Local SPCA Desperate for Dollars Pharmasave • Home Hardware • Ganges Village by GAIL SJUBERG Teer and Part-Time Employee

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THIS WEEK’S INSERTS • Ganges • Thrifty Foods Local SPCA desperate for dollars Pharmasave • Home Hardware • Ganges Village By GAIL SJUBERG teer and part-time employee. Newman. Combined with group was advised that would not Market Staff Writer SPCA stalwart Cathie Newman islanders’ donations and income be done again. Salt Spring’s SPCA has put out a said the problem first surfaced two generated from reserves, the SPCA “So this is why we have to raise distress call to keep it from going years ago. could cover its costs. the money on the island,” said “That’s the point we started using But gaming commission rules Newman. lentine’s FILM under financially. Va FESTIVAL The local society has now hit the our reserves to help us . . . and then changed in 2002, so that only the “We need to come up with about ContestSchedule Page 40 Page 17 wall after struggling for two years we were told [by SPCA head head office of the SPCA could $5,000 per month,” said Salt Spring with changes imposed by the B.C. office] we couldn’t use them any- apply for a grant, which was SPCA branch manager and special gaming commission and the B.C. more.” capped at $250,000 — about one- constable Vivian Murrill. SPCA organization. Before 2002, Salt Spring’s quarter of the total all branches “Donations are wonderful too. Any “The idea of it closing is just SPCA applied for and usually received the year before. kind of gift certificates can be used Collector received grants from the B.C. Salt Spring’s 2003 deficit was heartbreaking,” said Jena Peori, SPCA AID 2 of objects who has been both an SPCA volun- gaming commission, said forgiven by head office but the d’art Pat Gould Kudos to explores the whirlwind life of Salt Spring’s Roy Rajsic. ‘Goose Page 21. Arlene for Mortgages Doctor’ 537-4090 By MITCHELL SHERRIN Staff Writer An island aviation mechanic dubbed the “Goose Doctor” was honoured for his life-long contributions to the aircraft industry at a recent cere- mony for a new aircraft Index engineers’ Hall of Fame. Arts ...... 19 “This is the highest hon- Classifieds ...... 35 our an aircraft engineer Editorials ...... 8 can get,” said a beaming Nils Christensen as he Horoscope ...... 38 held a copy of the com- Letters ...... 9 memorative plaque. Sports ...... 31 Eighty-one-year-old TV Listings ...... 15 Christensen was among What’s On ...... 26 the first three engineers to be inducted into the new Weather Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME) Hall of Sunshine with a few Fame at the Canadian clouds today Bush Plane Heritage (Wednesday); clouds Centre in Sault Ste. Marie. on Thursday; light He was hailed along rain starting Friday with James Leggatt and continuing (deceased) of Ontario and through the weekend. Clint Shannon of New Highs to 10 C most Brunswick. Christensen days; overnight lows received notice of the VALENTINE’S COUPLE: Jack and Joan Clancy cosy up for the camera as they prepare to celebrate to 4 C on Saturday. award at a banquet in Valentine’s Day just six months short of their 60th wedding anniversay. Photo by Derrick Lundy Vancouver on January 29. LOCAL HONOURED 4 District leaps for arts cash with new program By MITCHELL SHERRIN brochures and posters advertising a existing arts program with extra Lake with a really talented saxo- Staff Writer new music, dance and theatre pro- courses offered after school, some of phone player, would I want to send Gulf Islands School District gram to every high school and mid- which will be provided at ArtSpring. them to a school in Vancouver?” launched a new School of dle school in the province. An ad Annual program tuition will be Parents might feel safer sending Performing Arts this week in hopes will also run in the Globe and Mail $1,500, with a home-stay option their students to Salt Spring, he said. of attracting off-island students to newspaper. offered for $700 per month. “Our big ace in the hole is we add cash to its shrinking budget. “Part of our idea is to get enrolling The School of Performing Arts is have an incredibly talented staff that “Our hope is to get students from students to help our shrinking popu- targetted at self-directed students already run excellent programs, we other communities who might not lation,” explained Howard. who are committed to a career in the have an outstanding facility and a have high quality arts programs left,” He described the new plan as a arts. very safe community.” said School of Performing Arts coor- “leap” for the district. It will run in addition to regular Howard credits GISS principal dinator Mitch Howard. “The reason it’s a leap is because programs at Gulf Islands Secondary Nancy Macdonald for elevating the “There are a lot of communities we know what kind of student we’re School (GISS). It’s modelled on high school’s academic profile and across B.C. that are losing their arts trying to attract but we don’t know other successful alternate programs, helping to promote the arts-school programs because of an underfunded how many and we don’t know what such as the Langley Fine Arts plan. system.” type of arts program they want.” School. “She’s ready to take it up another The local district has sent The district aims to augment the “But if I was a parent in Burns notch.”

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“We create understated references to nature while Funding vote details dished out celebrating the hand of man.” FU-TUNG CHENG after ArtSpring AGM Monday www.sirewall.com 537-9355 An open house after the able to provide members — ArtSpring members and sup- petition process, which Island Arts Centre Society but also anyone else who porters by Schlenker. ended in early January. (IACS) AGM on Monday wants to come and get some He also outlines how The February 16 AGM YARD SALE night will offer information real information — with real funding limits will be set. preceding the open house Got some sod to sell? Advertise it in the on the March 20 arts service information,” said IACS “Controls are in place to will highlight ArtSpring classifieds! 537-9933 referendum. president Norbert Schlenker. limit the amount ArtSpring activities of the previous The Capital Regional The CRD arts service, if may requisition each year. year, elect new directors and District (CRD) is sponsoring approved, would result in a ArtSpring will not automati- receive the financial report the referendum, which asks property tax levy of $.025 cally receive funds through for the year ending August Salt Spring voters if they per $1,000 of assessed value. taxation; each year 2003. Scheduled approve of the CRD estab- Estimated average house- ArtSpring must justify its Anyone is welcome to lishing a separate service to hold cost is $6.13. annual request to the elected attend the AGM, which flights now available! help run ArtSpring and a “If your property is cur- CRD director, who has final begins at 7 p.m. in the Are you looking for an air service that understands an Gulf Islands Community rently valued at $200,000, authority over the amount ArtSpring theatre, although Islander's schedule? We are now offering convenient flights Arts Council (CAC) artists- you would pay $5 per year; granted.” only IACS members can to get you to the Vancouver Airport and back home again. in-the-classroom program on and if your property is cur- Approval for the arts ser- vote. one way Salt Spring. rently valued at $450,000, vice was sought but not Schlenker said another Vancouver Airport $66 +GST “We’re having an open you would pay $11.25,” granted by voters through referendum open house may Departing Ganges & Gulf Islands house and we want to be notes a letter sent to the less expensive counter- be held in the next month. Mon-Sat 7:40am,10:00am, 2:30pm Enjoy a coffee at Departing Vancouver Airport our waiting lounge Mon-Sat 9:00am, 11:00am, 3:00pm La Cucina No full-timer for Fulford Hall, islanders told Other flight availability and while you wait departure times, phone Salt Spring fire chief Dave the report was available meeting, Enfield said he’d comment Tuesday morn- 1-877-537-9880 for your pilot to Enfield has recommended online at www.saltspring- been speaking initially ing.) Freight service come and assist Charter flights against installing a full-time fire.com. from an administrative Enfield noted the district’s available to many you in boarding firefighter at the Fulford fire “My recommendation is point of view, adding, “I decision to hire a new full- destinations the aircraft hall. that it’s not required to have wouldn’t put a dollar value time, career firefighter South-end resident Ken a full-time person there,” on a life.” means someone will be on Lee raised the question at Enfield told the meeting. “At Enfield pointed out that duty — not just on call — Monday night’s regular fire 50 to 60 thousand dollars a volunteer firefighter Stan seven days a week from 7 board meeting, noting a year to put a person there, Mulder is a first responder a.m. to 5 p.m. response to south-end con- it’s not worth it for five to 10 working out of Tree House Nine resumes were book online: www.saltspringair.com cerns about fire coverage calls a year.” South. received for the position or give us a call 537-9880 had been promised. Lee said, “One fire could But Fulford resident and the successful candidate Enfield said he sent his be disastrous in terms of Bruce Patterson said will be announced by 18-page report to Joan human life. You’re saying Mulder also has an appli- Joni’s local Ingram, president of the that’s not worth $50,000 for ance repair business and March 12. South Salt Spring Island you?” questioned whether Mulder Investment Advisory Property Owners and Enfield asked Lee to read is actually at Tree House Service has an Residents Association. his full report, which South on a daily basis. emphasis on the Ingram had made the formal required 80 man-hours to (Mulder was away on days highest quality request for a response. compile. off and could not be reached As of Tuesday morning By phone following the at Tree House South for professional advice and service along Where to convert with integrated Witnesses wanted for meeting Canadian Dollars into wealth management. The Crofton Airshed Citizens Group NorskeCanada’s Crofton mill. Salt Spring Dollars: (CACG) is inviting islanders to hear The public will not have an opportunity to Thrifty Foods, Off The Waterfront NorskeCanada CEO Russell Horner make a speak at the council meeting but CACG Gallery, Mouat’s office, Sabine’s She’s here to presentation to North Cowichan Council wants witnesses for the NorskeCanada pre- Fine Used Books, Star Books, during a special meeting Friday. sentation. Chamber of Commerce office, The help you. The airshed group believes NorskeCanada The special meeting is at the Municipality Dollar Store (Upper Ganges Centre) is meeting with the North Cowichan Council of North Cowichan office, at 7030 Trans Every Salt Spring Dollar in to ask for a tax break. Canada Highway in Duncan at 2:30 p.m. circulation means another In a letter to North Cowichan Council, Friday. Dollar that can be invested in CACG insisted on an independent baseline Following strong public opposition to the our community study of operations at NorskeCanada’s fuels trial, NorskeCanada requested a six- PO Box 709, SSI, BC, V8K 2W3 Meet Joni Ganderton Crofton mill. month extension to the public consultation [email protected] CACG is opposed to an alternative-fuels period originally set by the Ministry of trial involving tires, coal and railway ties at Water, Land and Air Protection. R. Joni Ganderton MBA CFP NATURAL GOODNESS Investment Advisor at 537-1654 Lewis gets federal Green approval Questions? e-mail [email protected] ® “BMO (M-bar roundel symbol)” is a registered trade-mark of Bank of Montreal, used under licence. “Nesbitt Burns” and “BMO A close race for the Rouleau with 36 per cent, All-candidates meetings Nesbitt Burns Advance Program” are registered trade-marks of BMO Nesbitt Burns Corporation Limited, used under licence. Saanich-Gulf Islands federal and Phil Spidle of Saanich were held on Pender and Salt Green Party candidacy saw with eight. Spring islands, and in Sidney, Salt Spring’s Andrew Lewis Lewis, who operates a prior to party members vot- take the win after a Saturday landscaping design business, ing. The local race also vote in Sidney. earned 7,211 votes as the attracted national attention Lewis earned 56 per cent provincial Green candidate with an in-depth February 5 seaseaiirr of votes, followed by in the Saanich-North and the Globe and Mail article writ- SEAPLANESSEAPLANES StarBooks owner Ken Islands race in 2001. ten by Roy MacGregor. Feb 11 - 17 This week at Embe we are featuring our special Valentines 1-800-447-32471-800-447-3247 Day Cake. Made with Fresh 604-273-8900604-273-8900 Are you or a loved Strawberries and either Dark or White Callebaut Chocolate Ganache, these cakes are sure one “downsizing”? to please everyone. 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Closed Mondays years in the aviation indus- “I had many nice trips Upper Ganges Centre, Ganges 537-2535 try included stints with the with the reserve squadron Royal Norwegian Air because they had cross- Force, Norwegian Airlines, country navigating trips.” DeHavilland, Sault He remembered one Looking for Financial Advice? Airways, the Victoria hairy trip to Calgary where Flying Club, Forest I have held my practice on his pilot had to loop to Salt Spring since 1992 Industries Flying Tankers escape a blind valley and (FIFT), Fairey Aviation, Call a trusted local Professional oil leaked over the entire McKinnon Industries and windscreen.

SECURITIES INC. his own company Viking Following his work with Martin J. Hoogerdyk Air. FIFT, Fairey and Certified He even saw half a McKinnon, Christensen Financial Planner dozen ex-Viking Air spent 17 years with Viking 537-1730 employees and a Martin Air from 1970 to 1987. GRACE POINT SQUARE Mars crew from FIFT at His company rebuilt and (across from Bank of Montreal) the recent awards banquet. overhauled classic “flying [email protected] “I could tell them quite a boat” aircraft, such as the bit about the beginning of Goose, Widgeon and the Martin Mars program.” Catalina. They also worked TOM NAVRATIL (250) Looking back over his on all manner of conven- e-mail: [email protected] 537-5515 career, he was most tional planes, he said. www.saltspringhomes.com pleased with 17 years at “Almost anything you RESIDENTIAL * WATERFRONTS * LAND * COMMERCIAL Viking Air and his work can think of.” with the Martin Mars water Sheila noted that Viking LOVELY OCEANVIEW HOME! bombers operating out of Air even supplied cable for Enjoy the lovely summer Sproat Lake on Vancouver curtains at the McPherson breeze and beautiful ocean Island. Theatre and various hospi- view from every window. 2+ “I was the first one hired tals. to work with the Martin “We got so many funny bedroom home on a quiet Mars back in 1959.” street, Mt. Maxwell water requests,” he said. He recalled how his first One overseas applicant and close to town! job with FIFT was to cata- requested a plane with a $329,000 MLS logue 93 tons of spare bullet-proof fuselage and Call Tom Navratil parts that came along with four mounted machine the WWII-vintage, four- guns. engined water bombers SALT SPRING REALTY GREMLIN GUARD: Island aircraft mechanic Nils Christensen contacted when they first moved to 1101-115 Fulford Ganges Rd Christensen holds a replica of the plaque that hon- Ottawa where officials rec- Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2T9 Canada from the U.S. ours him at the Aircraft Maintenance Engineers’ ommended that he simply “They were very reliable build mounts for weapons Hall of Fame in Sault Ste. Marie. Photo by Mitchell Sherrin and easy to work on.” that could be purchased Another favourite plane elsewhere. from his past was the twin- craft mechanic. He then with Norwegian Airlines in “There’s been so many Dennis engined DeHavilland episodes we could talk Mosquito he serviced dur- went to Scotland in 1943 Amsterdam until 1951, to serve with 333 Squadron when he immigrated to about,” he said. Maguire ing WWII. Christensen was often “They were fast, sleek as a flight mechanic and Canada due to a housing air gunner. shortage in his home coun- called upon to retrieve air- Architect and very interesting to craft from remote crash work on.” In May 1945, he was a try. maibc crew member on the first “All of us who fought sites where he would patch Christensen started his together planes with career as a mechanic Allied aircraft to land in outside the country were at makeshift nose cones and apprentice in Oslo, Norway after the occupa- the bottom of the list.” ad hoc landing gear. Norway in 1935. Four tion, bringing the Peace After working with He developed such a rep- years later, at age 18, he Commission to accept the DeHavilland in Toronto, he utation in the vintage air- took a job with the mer- surrender of the German moved to Sault Ste. Marie craft field that he was chant marine and found forces. to service Norseman air- himself stranded away “Nils arrived in Norway craft flying mail in north- dubbed the “Goose ARCHITECTURE from home when war and 360,000 German sol- ern Ontario before he Doctor” for his work on PLANNING & broke out in Europe. diers laid down their arms moved to B.C. in 1956. Grumman’s elegant flying “By the time we got — so don’t mess with Asked why he moved boat aircraft of the same CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT back to New York, Norway him,” quipped a longtime west, his wife Sheila name. was occupied.” friend at the recent awards jumped in with a reply. The islander has earned He stayed with the mer- banquet. “Have you ever spent a a host of other awards over (250) 537-0733 chant marine until 1942 Christensen also accom- winter in Ontario?” the years but the national when he was drafted by the panied Crown Prince (and A neighbour stationed at Hall of Fame recognition [email protected] exiled Norwegian govern- later King) Olav as engi- Pat Bay during the war rec- seems more special coming ment. neer on the royal aircraft ommended the island- from his 11,000 peers. A test indicated he was a flying around Norway to based job. “When I think of all the suitable candidate for the view the devastation creat- “He said, ‘If you can get engineers in B.C. and the air force and he went to ed by the war. a job on the Saanich rest of Canada, that’s pret- Toronto to train as an air- After the war he worked Peninsula, take it.’” ty good.” Support your child’s growth – Waldorf on Salt Spring Chocolate treats for Education for the whole human being through head, heart and hands. dry grad donations Bursaries now available. This year’s B.C. liquor store dry grad fundraiser will have special appeal for chocolate connoisseurs. House of Brussels Chocolates is providing the treats that 120 Stark Rd. liquor store patrons will receive when they donate $1 to the Saltspring Island annual dry grad campaign. V8K 1M3 All donations received by the Ganges and Pender Island Tel: 537-5804 government liquor stores benefit Gulf Islands Secondary FAX: 653-4327 School alcohol-free graduation festivities. www.waldorfssi.com As of Tuesday, the Ganges liquor store had sold 426 The Noguchi Table by Herman Miller The Art of Education chocolates, said employee Trudy Lynch. Form drawing is an essential part She reminds diet-conscious customers that the $1 is basi- of the Waldorf Curriculum. cally a donation to the dry grad fund, and they don’t have to eat the chocolate. Teaching through the arts “They could donate the dollar and not take the chocolate,” FURNITURE LIGHTING HOME ACCESSORIES BED LINENS to foster creativity and fulfillment. she suggested. The most appropriate education for our times. The campaign runs until March 13. 589 A Bay Street in Victoria Last year’s fundraiser raised more than $3,000 locally and Phone 250-384-2554 / www.gabrielross.ca Telephone 537-5804 for more information. $125,000 province wide. GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD NEWSBEAT WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 5 ‘Duped’ neighbours attack AT THE PUMPS the planners and politicians Gas pump prices as of Tuesday,February 10, were By MITCHELL SHERRIN were operated by the CRD. tal concerns were addressed. as follows: Staff Writer “You can’t say a property “My one great concern is Salt Spring Payless 90.9 Emotions ran high when can be used for any use as that there were no environ- local planners, engineers long as a particular party mental studies required and elected officials heard a uses it,” Gauld said. under [waste-transfer] McColl’s Shell 89.9 litany of complaints from Similar bylaws have been Bylaw 2810.” neighbours of a newly successfully challenged in Lee Road resident Patterson’s Store 87.9 approved waste-transfer sta- other jurisdictions under the Barbara Slater insisted that tion during a meeting premise that one party was either Hedger or the CRD Save-On Gas 90.9 Thursday. favoured over others, he pay for annual well-testing Neighbours of Laurie’s noted. for area residents. 77.9 Recycling and Waste “Our lawyer said, ‘You “If someone wants to run Chemainus Shell Service site at Lee Road list- are not going to win this a business of that nature, I ed objections in turn as an one.’” want to make sure we are all Saanichton Payless 79.9 Islands Trust planner and But Gauld maintains the taken care of.” We’re full of new looks! managers from the Capital Trust is still opposed to a Several neighbours also Regional District (CRD) Class-1 waste-transfer per- questioned the Islands See Fiona, Amanda, or Letitia took notes. mit allowing public access Trust’s decision to “grandfa- “This is just stupid with to the Lee Road site. ther” 2.2 acres of the Lee to add new lites to your life! two ‘O’s,” said Lee Road “We have always taken a Road property to the waste- resident Delaine Faulkner. very strong position that we transfer station based on his- “You’re asking for input have found no evidence of torical evidence supplied by now and we’ve been giving public access at that proper- Hedger. input all along. This seems a ty,” said Gauld. “You were duped about little late,” said Mary Fulford-Ganges Road res- the scope of what was going GRAVEL SALES Harkema of Fulford-Ganges ident and lawyer Anthony on when you went on your 1730A Fulford-Ganges Rd. Road. McEwen believes the Trust ‘walk-about’ four years after Owner: Jason Fraser Paul Troop was flabber- acted on poor legal advice to the activities were happen- Mon.-Fri. 8:00am-4:30pm gasted that Laurie Hedger allow the waste-transfer sta- ing,” said Troop. Products available Rate per yard was issued a Class-1 permit tion to proceed at all. CRD assistant solid waste Pit Run ...... $10 FIONA to operate a waste-transfer “Our disappointment with manager John Craveiro gave $ station at Lee Road. the Trust is that you folded 3/4 Road Mulch ...... 13 an overview of the historical $ The Trust recently accept- and didn’t take that chal- 1-1/2 Drain Rock unwashed . . . 15 process behind the creation $ ed Hedger’s claim to lenge. You caved to the of the waste-transfer bylaw Oversized Rock unwashed . . . 11 AMANDA blackmail of the court $ “grandfather” the site into completed in 2002. 3/4” Crush Drain ...... 31 instead of protecting public legal non-conforming status “We were bound to issue 3/8” Crush (with fines) ...... $31 LETITIA because his business was in interest,” said McEwen. a licence if they met the $ operation before land-use Garry Oaks Vineyard Big Boulders ...... 13 requirements of the bylaw.” $ bylaws changed after operator Elaine Kozak was Blasted Rock ...... 17 Locks, Stock & November 1998. baffled that neither the Trust He noted that the CRD $ held two open houses, every Fill ...... 4 Barber Shop “I can’t understand why nor the CRD consulted with Prices in effect ‘til Jan. 31, 2004 those activities are now neighbours before approv- island property owner was 115 McPhillips Ave. sent letters and every stake- • Other products also available allowed when they weren’t ing the permit. • 12 yard trucks can be arranged (the door by the legal in the first place,” said “It boggles my mind that holder group was contacted • Minimum $10 charge Troop. such an incompatible indus- regarding the bylaw. • PST & GST extra mural) Trust planning coordina- try could be permitted.” “If the thing can’t be 537-8842 tor John Gauld countered “I must have missed the revoked, can it be con- 537-7797 that the previous land-use public hearing that must tained?” Kozak queried. bylaw for waste-transfer sta- have occurred to allow this Meeting chair and CRD tions was legally flawed. permit,” said Ray Hatch solid waste manager Alan Have you ever wondered... Prior to November 1998, dryly. Summers indicated residents waste-transfer stations could He suggested a suspen- would receive a response to How can I save more money on tax? be operated anywhere on sion of activities at the Lee their concerns within the Salt Spring, provided they Road site until environmen- next three to four weeks. Should I put money in my RRSP or pay down my mortgage? Film festival runs this weekend How can I leave more money to my heirs? The fifth annual Our Society, which promises also set for 2 p.m. Sunday. Island, Our World Film “displays, games and Films have been provid- Who should I name as my beneficiary? Festival runs this weekend rewards.” ed by the Travelling World at Gulf Islands Secondary Community Services Community Film Festival Come to Island Savings School, with Canadian and asks people to bring non- from the Comox Valley, international films show- perishable food items for Salt Spring’s festival is Friday, February 13 ing from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the Salt Spring Food Bank, spearheaded by the Salt both days. which will give them dis- Spring Celebration between 11:00 and 3:00 and The annual festival pull- count Climbing Wall tick- Coalition: Jane Squier, out program guide is in ets or a certificate for a Bob Wild, Maggie this week’s Driftwood. free guided tour of Schubart, Marg Simons While some extra pro- Community Services facil- and Greg Watson. grams will be available at ities. Admission is by dona- ASK AN EXPERT... the festival, people are A biodiesel workshop is tion. encouraged to bring their The professionals will be on hand to copy from the paper. Saturday’s activities TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE answer any questions you may have. include the Seed and Plant ACUPUNCTURE & HERBS Exchange (formerly known as Seedy Saturday), Free 15 min Consultation Island Savings a Saturday night feature 124 McPhillips Avenue • Arthritic Pain film and marimba band Salt Spring Island, B.C. V8K 2T5 • Chronic Conditions music to follow. Phone 537-5587 Sunday is devoted to • Facial Rejuvenation Celebration of Community group displays and activi- ERNA ROBERTSON R.TCM.P. ties. REGISTERED ACUPUNCTURIST, REGISTERED TCM HERBALIST Among Sunday’s groups is the Community Services 7A - 121 McPhillips Avenue 537-5233

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Supreme Court within 30 manual’s voter qualifica- Election excellence is By-election voters cast days of official election tions. the Salt Spring Island Fire ballots at an unscreened results. An application can The provision waives The Acupressure Way to Health Protection District board’s table, but the act (Section be made if an election eligibility requirements Happy Valentines new goal after January’s 113 (3), Div. 12) calls for “was not conducted in for a person who is the Special $40/hr for month of February trustee by-election left voters to have privacy. accordance with this act or spouse of an eligible voter. confused voters and eligi- Hinds said requirements a regulation or bylaw A pre-election ad refer- 241 Lower Ganges Road, bility questions in its for ballots, such as having under this act.” ring to that spousal provi- Salt Spring Island 537-8525 wake. boxes in which to mark an Hinds suggested the sion approved by the fire After a presentation by “x” to indicate choice, board change the usual board and placed in the unsuccessful by-election were not met. locale of the AGM from Driftwood, confused some candidate Ted Hinds at the He noted that the full the Ganges firehall, con- by-election voters. PAUL B. JOYCE firehall Monday night, name of each candidate sider daytime as well as The ad indicated owners Barrister & Solicitor trustees struck a nominat- must be shown or, if a evening voting, and clear- of land or their spouses ing and electoral commit- candidate specified a dif- ly advertise voter require- could vote. But only prop- •REAL ESTATE & MORTGAGES• tee to look at elections in ferent usual name in the ments. erty owners with name on •ICBC & PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS• time for the annual gener- nomination documents Hinds also asked that title were actually allowed •WILLS & ESTATES • OTHER LEGAL SERVICES• al meeting on April 6. then this usual name must the board deal with voter to vote at the by-election. Seats held by trustees be used on the ballot. Ted and trustee eligibility as The provision was 265 Don Ore Road, Salt Spring Island, B.C. V8K 2H5 Don Smith and board Hinds’ name appeared as set out in the Local designed with spouses of chair Ben Martens will be Edward Hines on by-elec- Improvement District veterans in mind. It’s a Tel: 537-4413 Fax: 537-5120 up for grabs that night. tion ballots. Manual. Hinds noted the holdover, found in older Smith confirmed he will Bruce Patterson, Hinds’ manual states that every letters patent, from the run again. Martens said, “I scrutineer, has written a person who is qualified to days when the Veterans Victoria Professional Quilting don’t know.” letter to the board asking be a voter in an improve- Lands Administration Act Hinds outlined by-elec- that the election be ment district is also quali- did not allow spouses of tion inconsistencies with declared null and void due fied to be a trustee. The veterans to be co-owners LOON election rules set out in to this and other errors. qualifications are: of lands administered L NGGAARRMM the Local Government Martens apologized for Canadian citizen, 18 years under the act. Act, and the Local what he called “a typo- of age or older, owner of Hinds was not alone in U Improvement District graphical error on my land in the improvement his concern about voting QQUIILLTTIINNGG Manual prepared by the part,” acknowledged district, resident of the procedures. South Salt Ministry of Community, receipt of Patterson’s let- province for the prior six Spring SSPORA president Need help finishing a Quilt for that Aboriginal and Women’s ter, but said he would not months. Joan Ingram also sent a special Valentine ? Services. Hinds was deal with it at Monday’s However, Hinds found letter to the fire board ~ We can help ~ Give us a call defeated by Dan Lee in meeting. that the Salt Spring Fire requesting accurate public the January 26 by-elec- The act’s Declaration of Improvement District’s notice, voting booths and Phone: (250) 472-2220 Email: [email protected] tion, but plans to run at an Invalid Election (Sec. letters patent still contain time for candidates to ~ See us on the Web ~ the AGM. 143) requires an applica- an out-of-date provision state their positions at the http://www.members.shaw.ca/proquilt “I ask that the next election to be made by four or about spousal voting AGM elections. Trust adds voice to inspection protest the province’s concerns Islands Trust chair David about food safety in Essig is the latest group rep- Canada,” said Essig in a resentative pressing the press release issued last Mafalda Hoogerdyk provincial government to week. “But the way the reg- Insurance Broker reconsider proposed meat ulation is currently drafted, inspection regulations. Donna Regen, CGA Kerry Chalmers Kelly Regen Access Canada’s it could put some of our The suggested regulation expectexcellence kerrychalmers kellyr Top Insurance Firms island farmers out of busi- would require that all live- @saltspring.com @saltspring.com @saltspring.com ness. It could also threaten •Life Insurance stock be slaughtered and •Critical Illness some island traditions like Check out our new website at: processed in provincially •Long Term Care the sale of Salt Spring Island approved facilities, but none www.gulfislandsrealestate.com •Disability lamb and the Saturna Lamb currently exist in the Gulf Ask us for details on all properties for sale on Salt Spring Island. •Office Overhead Barbecue. We support the Islands. Farmers have noted production of local food and Call today the change would force Pager: 1-800-537-1201 believe it helps small com- 537-1730 them to take their animals munities be more sustain- ‘Above the downtown Pharmasave’ off-island, adding considerable.” #204 – 104 Lower Ganges Road, able expense to an already Essig said the Trust wants Salt Spring Island, BC, V8K 2S7 marginal business. the Minister of Health Office: (250) 537-1201 Fax: (250) 537-1261 across from Bank of Montreal “I think everyone shares Services and the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries to co-operate in order to find “some middle road that will satisfy food safety concerns but not threaten local food production.” The provincial government’s input-gathering period on proposed meat inspection regulations ended January 31.

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ESCAPE WATER TORTURE CALL US. GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD NEWSBEAT WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 7 GISS pilots bang nails in new apprenticeship program By MITCHELL SHERRIN blocks of construction class- a few extras, he said. Staff Writer es and a block of computer The group could also use Island high-school stu- drafting, to learn basics in studs, air tools (including a dents are laying the founda- architecture, before they Brad Nailer) and an eight- tion for a new carpentry- complete 100 hours of work passenger van. apprenticeship program in a experience this summer. “Contributions from the partnership with Camosun “By the time we get to the community at large would College and local business- end of September, the kids be welcome.” es. who are total ‘newbies’ will They expect to start build- “It’s a revitalizing process have to demonstrate they are ing structures around the in areas which have had lit- ready for this.” community almost immedi- tle focus in the last few In addition to teaching ately. years,” said Camosun trade-based skills, a big part GISS apprentices have College coordinator Kelly of the program is develop- already been hired to build a Knister. ing safe practices and build- two-car garage in conjunc- Most high schools have ing physical fitness, he said. tion with another local focussed on academic The program began builder. achievement in the last February 2 with students “We’re soliciting projects decade, Knister said. pricing tools for their new from the community,” said “This is an opportunity contracting business. Watkins. for that to take place in “We’ve created a general The student group could trades areas.” list to get the ball rolling,” be prepared to build dog Knister has first-hand Watkins said. houses, greenhouses, garden experience in providing rel- Since they only have a sheds or other projects for evant learning opportunities $2,500 budget for tools, retail prices, he said. for trades on the island. As he’d like to promote an The apprenticeship pro- a shop teacher at Gulf “adopt-a-tool” program to gram is also looking for Islands Secondary School get the community involved summer placements with (GISS), Knister guided con- in the project. local contractors. struction students through a “We need real tools.” “You have to expect project to build a caretaker’s TOOLS OF THE TRADE: Gulf Islands Secondary School students Phil Wilson, left, A look in any contractor’s you’re supporting the learn- cottage at Mouat Park in and Kevin Lee are among those involved in a new carpentry apprenticeship pro- garage would reveal a ing of young people. There 1998. gram being offered at the high school. Photo by Derrick Lundy bounty of commercial- is a willingness to do well. Now she’s the college grade items, if local But they are learning, so coordinator for schools in tradesmen could part with they will make mistakes.” Victoria, Sooke, Saanich students with dual credits in signed up for the new pro- there’s one who knows and the islands. And Knister high school and college gram have a wide range of nothing about construction.” is helping high schools pro- courses with the bonuses of past experience, said GISS Before becoming a teach- vide college trades courses free tuition and a link to teacher Jim Watkins. er, Watkins worked in con- as part of a pilot project work experience with local Mike Langley, Kevin Lee, struction for over 20 years over the next two years. employers, she said. Jesse LoBalbo, David himself. “It elevates the level of Apprentices also shave Puhky, Dylan Rhodes and “This is totally construc- programs at the high two months off a six-month Phil Wilson will be banging tion focussed. We won’t be schools,” she said. college program if they the first nails for the joint making cabinets or building Some 76 students have enroll at Camosun following GISS-Camosun pilot pro- Adirondack chairs.” joined the program in the completion of the high- gram. Over the next semester, four districts and six have school component. “One kid has eight houses Watkins will instruct the come from GISS. Six local students who under his belt . . . and potential builders for two The local high school is offering an apprenticeship in carpentry while other districts are also providing Thank you opportunities for welding or Starting within one hour of Clark’s death, we came to realize what it meant to manufacturing and machin- have a community. We are truly blessed here on Salt Spring Island. ing, she said. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the following people. “Schools being able to All of our family, we love you and thank you for being here for us. offer relevant curriculum Pastor Chris Cormack and his wife Marlene, thank you for being there from and relevant experience is a Mid-Winter Specials the beginning. big advantage,” said Our very precious church family at Community Gospel Chapel, we love you Knister. all. The program provides HUGE SELECTION OF BLUEBERRY Patrick Beattie of Hayward’s Funeral, a man of true integrity and compassion. SPECIAL Lady Minto Hospital for giving us all the time we needed with Clark. WELL BUDDED 2 GAL. Our dedicated volunteer firefighters, ambulance staff and local R.C.M.P. Large 1 gallon Dustin’s school, Youth With A Mission in Australia for helping him get home The Living Word RHODODENDRONS and being with him in his time of need. blueberry plants. Clark and Emily’s employer Thrifty Foods, Duane’s employer Salt Spring Psalm : 119:105 $ Dairy (Brian & Beth Holshoe), Leah’s employer Lady Minto Hospital; we see that you are all truly friends first you have all gone above and beyond. “Your Word is a 14.99 REG. 19.99 $7.50 EA. G.I.S.S. students who were there for our family, you have shown what great lamp to my feet 10 for $60.00 things our next generation has to offer. and a light for G.I.S.S. staff thank you for your compassion and support. my path.” FABULOUS SELECTION Tristan Featherston and others for finishing Clark’s bench for his Mom’s GREAT Christmas present. WINSOME WHITE OF POTTED BULBS Clark’s close friends for carrying him to his final resting place. PLEASE READ: SELECTION To the owners of the property on Fulford Ganges Road where the accident Luke 24: 44 - 49 happened, thank you for planting the apple tree for Clark. FOR SPRING COLOUR of 1 gallon Rhodos To friends and acquaintances for kind words, hugs, listening, cards, letters, $ for the thrifty gardener. flowers, meals, goodies and financial gifts thank you so much, thank you. STARTING AT 2.75 EA The Driftwood, for your sensitivity towards our family in your articles. Robert Osborne for your article on having compassion for one another. Special $6.39 Most of all thank you God for loving us, Your assurance Clark is with You and that we will see him one day again in heaven. SPECIMEN Love Duane, Leah, Dustin, “Clark”, Emily PARKING LOT A note from Dustin: RHODODENDRONS I would like to thank friends, family and the community for your SPECIALS overwhelming love and financial support you are all amazing. Love Dustin. Large, well budded Assorted Fruit A note from Emily: “instant garden” My brother’s death on December 9th was a very difficult and hard time, I Trees, Shrubs,Vines couldn’t have gone through it without the love and support of the following ON THE LEVEL? B&B specimens people: The Cormacks for helping me and always letting me know that their & Rhododendrons home is mine, Ande for caring for me like a sister, Caitlin for always listen- • New Basements ing and loving me no matter what, Josh and his family for always making me • Old Basements $ feel welcomed, my many relatives who through their grief have shown sym- Repaired pathy for mine, Shawn and his family for hugging me when I cry, Mike for STARTING AT 69.00 &UP 50%OFF letting me speak my mind and many other friends for supporting me and • Houses Lifted & showing me their compassion. I couldn’t have gone this far without all of you. Repaired Love Emily THIMBLE Our family has created a bursary at GISS in memory of Clark. Contributions to Clark’s KEN’S bursary may be dropped off at the GISS office or mailed directly to the School Board CONTRACTING FARM Office at 112 Rainbow Road, Salt Spring Island, V8K 2K3. Cheques should be made FRASER’S out to the “Gulf Island Education Trust Fund” and make sure you specify Ken French 175 Arbutus Rd. “CLARK LITTLE” on the cheque. Please be sure to include your name and address, 537-9942 as tax receipts will be issued to donations over $50.00. Thank you for all your help. 537-7180 537-5788 Open 7 Days a Week 9am - 4:30pm 8 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 OPINION GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD Crisis response The impact of government cutbacks and competing demands for charitable dollars has surfaced in a new quarter on Salt Spring, threatening the existence of a longstanding non-profit group. The Salt Spring branch of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) could cease to operate — or continue to do so only on a very basic level — if it does not receive a major infusion of funds and human energy. Since 2002, Salt Spring’s branch, like all the rest in B.C., has been denied direct access to lottery/gaming funds. Along with an overall decline in donations, the result has been a deficit situation. It might be easy to put an animal welfare-centred organization on a lower rung of the funding priority ladder, but to lose the island’s SPCA would be a community disaster. For people who haven’t been to the Salt Spring SPCA facility for some years, a visit would be worthwhile. Salt Spring’s shelter facility is not a steel-caged jail; it’s a bright home for felines who can wander indoors and in the outdoor run, ideally located in the same building as the Gulf Islands Veterinary Clinic. Abandoned rabbits are now also cared for on the property, and foster homes maintained. Last year the SPCA took 4,460 calls, adopted out 133 cats, four rabbits and two dogs, and investigated 60 cruelty complaints. Since the cats are all spayed or neutered, the island’s feline population is kept under control. Those now involved with the local SPCA know exactly how the community can help, and have a specific “wish list” outlined in this week’s paper and a new flyer. In addition to funds and goods, the SPCA needs volunteers to help with day-to-day animal care, and to take on the challenge of serving on the board and dealing with long-term funding issues. Islanders are also advised to ensure their SPCA donations are given directly to the Salt Spring branch, and not the provincial office or that of the Quebec-based Canadian SPCA. People’s goodwill and generosity is continually being called upon these days. The rewards of responding are always worth it. Positive, good-sense messages expressed by Trust By JUDI STEVENSON But that longer-term goal can be reform here for heaven’s sake. For It’s not even simply or obviously Yes, I’ve been frustrated by the given substance — and it should be. one crabby local trustee, however, “right.” Yes, Salt Spring has pressing slow pace, non-visionary and non- VIEW And not just by the backroom boys the decision to reconsider the needs — an environmental planner participatory character of “Trust and girls of the Trust either. The options was an opportunity to storm for one thing — but we are collec- Renewal” myself. POINT well-informed and creative citizenry out of Trust Council and petulantly tively responsible (through our tax But even so, I heard a very differ- of these islands should be given a refuse to return. This seems an dollars) for the health and sustain- ent and much more positive set of tight. For now, the province will chance to contribute. (This last point excellent strategy — not! ability of all the islands, and that messages from Islands Trust chair only look at changes that require no is mine, not Essig’s.) I do not see how Ms. Sjuberg can matters too. David Essig at the local meeting on legislative redesign. Tinkering per- As to the tax reform question, conclude that it is only “technically David Essig is indeed capable of January 22 than Gail Sjuberg did haps, but worth doing. I’ve heard several accounts of the true” for Mr. Essig to say that tax soothing rhetoric at times. I’ve heard (Viewpoint, February 4). I heard And we can go further, said discussions from my Trust-junkie reform is still being explored. Ask it. But what I heard on January 22 Essig say not only that Trust Renewal Essig. The Trust can undertake the friends, and they have been unani- the new chief administrative officer, were the thoughts of a Trust Council was “not dead,” but that he had begun development of a bolder, long-term mous in reporting that Trust Council Linda Adams, instead of worrying chair who truly cares about these to think in terms of a two-stage pro- strategy to have in readiness when has kept the door open to tax reform about what the retiring one may islands (plural), and does not want cess. Trustees and staff have been told the Liberals get their just desserts that would reallocate funds in some have said. to see the remarkable vision of the in clear terms by the current provin- and head for the opposition bench- way that would benefit the big Check the agenda of the Trust Trust Act lost to small-minded, local cial rascals that they will not consider es: stage two of Trust Renewal. islands, especially Salt Spring. Council finance committee. It is me-first-ism. I think he was sincere significant reform. Period. And who Yes! I said to myself. Trust At the December Trust Council there. And the complexity is enor- and making good sense. can doubt the willingness of Gordon Council has been stonewalled by the meeting, trustees hadn’t yet seen a mous, both politically and adminis- The “spin” I’m suspicious of Campbell’s faux Liberals to stifle province, and since no one from any plan from staff that they thought tratively. After all, the resource-poor originates right here on Salt Spring. meaningful self-determination by of the islands is going to ride naked was fair and workable, so staff were islands are being asked to give up small rural communities? through the streets of Vancouver for sent back to the drawing board. The monies and services they’ve long The writer is a nine-year resident So Trust Council has been forced the sake of Trust Renewal, we will delay doesn’t surprise me because, had to support their communities of Salt Spring, and a firm believer in to accept that, for now — and that’s have to wait a while for significant Ms. Sjuberg to the contrary, it is and see them go to big, dominant the interdependence of the Islands the key phrase here — the lid is on change. complicated — we’re talking tax Salt Spring. That’s hard. in the Salish Sea.

If you happen to drive the tries to extinguish. “southern route” through Everyone who’s ever lived Alberta in the next month or “Hey Bambi, look this way” on a gulf island knows there so, you might want to take a are two traditional love/hate little detour through the town “ open- The provincial government “More and more people are relationships that all of Magrath. Then again, you season” has approved of what they flocking to Alberta. They’ve islanders cherish. “B.C. might not. on them call the deer “cull.” (Maybe become so accustomed to life Ferries” is one and “deer” is Until a few weeks ago, and is that’s just the way Albertan’s here that there’s only one the other. Magrath was a sleepy little encour- ISLE SAY! spell “kill.” As in, “Hey way to get rid of them.” Imagine if we took care of farming community hidden aging WITH JOHN POTTINGER Leroy, let’s head on down ta It might be wise — though our problems the way the away somewhere south of hunters Magrath and cull us a few a not traditionally Albertan — good folks of Magrath do. Lethbridge. Nowadays, if to con- them deer.”) to have a look at why there “Hey Bruce, what hap- you drive through town, verge on Magrath and save from my back door. If they An Alberta wildlife official are so many ravenous deer pened to the Skeena?” you’d better keep the speed the town from these raucous aren’t afraid to enter my yard, was quoted as saying “since rampaging through the streets “Oh she was gettin’ worse. up or you might find yourself and unpredictable beasts. who knows what they’ll do?” the deer have become accus- and back alleys of Magrath. You know, startin’ to show caught in the midst of a gun Ron Williams, the town’s A man who found one of tomed to people and life in Could it possibly be that for signs of her age — gettin’ battle. Hunters from all over manager says, “They line the the deer in his vegetable gar- Magrath, killing them is the the past hundred years or so behind and makin’ more and Alberta are loading up their sides of the road. They just den was still shaking as he only way to get rid of them.” hunters have “targetted” the more noise, so a couple of rifles and camo gear and dart out in front of traffic and told his story to the press. Kim Morton, of Alberta natural predators of those the boys took her out into the heading to Magrath to take people are hitting them with “This thing ate my roses as Fish and Wildlife, says, deer? Could it be that the harbour last night and sorta part in the biggest shoot-em- their cars.” if they were Cheerios. It just “What we’re trying to do is Alberta Department of Fish put her to sleep.” up since Stockwell Day Nervous residents are chewed them into bits. It target a specific area and a and Wildlife previously “tar- Meanwhile, Alberta gov- called Ralph Klein a sissy. telling other — equally hair- showed no fear; no hesita- specific population.” getted the specific areas and ernment scientists say they’re It seems the town has been raising — stories of the dam- tion.” “Target” them? Follow the specific populations” of those collecting the heads of all the infiltrated by hundreds of age caused by the invasion. When questioned about logic of that one through to predators? Could it be that slain deer to study them for nasty, aggressive, threatening One scared woman told of how the animal had managed the end and you’ll never visit the name “Alberta Fish and signs of “chronic wasting . . . deer. finding not one but two of to find roses in an Alberta Alberta again. Wildlife” is an oxymoron? disease, a brain-wasting dis- These dangerous animals these “wild brown things” in garden in January, the man, a I can hear the words of an Mind you, maybe it’s like ease like BSE.” have created so much may- her back yard, of all places. retired police officer, said, official from the Alberta “fire department” in that its They’re examining the hem that the town declared “They were only steps “Back off, smart ass.” Department of Humans: title comes from the thing it wrong heads. 8 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 OPINION GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD Crisis response The impact of government cutbacks and competing demands for charitable dollars has surfaced in a new quarter on Salt Spring, threatening the existence of a longstanding non-profit group. The Salt Spring branch of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) could cease to operate — or continue to do so only on a very basic level — if it does not receive a major infusion of funds and human energy. Since 2002, Salt Spring’s branch, like all the rest in B.C., has been denied direct access to lottery/gaming funds. Along with an overall decline in donations, the result has been a deficit situation. It might be easy to put an animal welfare-centred organization on a lower rung of the funding priority ladder, but to lose the island’s SPCA would be a community disaster. For people who haven’t been to the Salt Spring SPCA facility for some years, a visit would be worthwhile. Salt Spring’s shelter facility is not a steel-caged jail; it’s a bright home for felines who can wander indoors and in the outdoor run, ideally located in the same building as the Gulf Islands Veterinary Clinic. Abandoned rabbits are now also cared for on the property, and foster homes maintained. Last year the SPCA took 4,460 calls, adopted out 133 cats, four rabbits and two dogs, and investigated 60 cruelty complaints. Since the cats are all spayed or neutered, the island’s feline population is kept under control. Those now involved with the local SPCA know exactly how the community can help, and have a specific “wish list” outlined in this week’s paper and a new flyer. In addition to funds and goods, the SPCA needs volunteers to help with day-to-day animal care, and to take on the challenge of serving on the board and dealing with long-term funding issues. Islanders are also advised to ensure their SPCA donations are given directly to the Salt Spring branch, and not the provincial office or that of the Quebec-based Canadian SPCA. People’s goodwill and generosity is continually being called upon these days. The rewards of responding are always worth it. Positive, good-sense messages expressed by Trust By JUDI STEVENSON But that longer-term goal can be reform here for heaven’s sake. For It’s not even simply or obviously Yes, I’ve been frustrated by the given substance — and it should be. one crabby local trustee, however, “right.” Yes, Salt Spring has pressing slow pace, non-visionary and non- VIEW And not just by the backroom boys the decision to reconsider the needs — an environmental planner participatory character of “Trust and girls of the Trust either. The options was an opportunity to storm for one thing — but we are collec- Renewal” myself. POINT well-informed and creative citizenry out of Trust Council and petulantly tively responsible (through our tax But even so, I heard a very differ- of these islands should be given a refuse to return. This seems an dollars) for the health and sustain- ent and much more positive set of tight. For now, the province will chance to contribute. (This last point excellent strategy — not! ability of all the islands, and that messages from Islands Trust chair only look at changes that require no is mine, not Essig’s.) I do not see how Ms. Sjuberg can matters too. David Essig at the local meeting on legislative redesign. Tinkering per- As to the tax reform question, conclude that it is only “technically David Essig is indeed capable of January 22 than Gail Sjuberg did haps, but worth doing. I’ve heard several accounts of the true” for Mr. Essig to say that tax soothing rhetoric at times. I’ve heard (Viewpoint, February 4). I heard And we can go further, said discussions from my Trust-junkie reform is still being explored. Ask it. But what I heard on January 22 Essig say not only that Trust Renewal Essig. The Trust can undertake the friends, and they have been unani- the new chief administrative officer, were the thoughts of a Trust Council was “not dead,” but that he had begun development of a bolder, long-term mous in reporting that Trust Council Linda Adams, instead of worrying chair who truly cares about these to think in terms of a two-stage pro- strategy to have in readiness when has kept the door open to tax reform about what the retiring one may islands (plural), and does not want cess. Trustees and staff have been told the Liberals get their just desserts that would reallocate funds in some have said. to see the remarkable vision of the in clear terms by the current provin- and head for the opposition bench- way that would benefit the big Check the agenda of the Trust Trust Act lost to small-minded, local cial rascals that they will not consider es: stage two of Trust Renewal. islands, especially Salt Spring. Council finance committee. It is me-first-ism. I think he was sincere significant reform. Period. And who Yes! I said to myself. Trust At the December Trust Council there. And the complexity is enor- and making good sense. can doubt the willingness of Gordon Council has been stonewalled by the meeting, trustees hadn’t yet seen a mous, both politically and adminis- The “spin” I’m suspicious of Campbell’s faux Liberals to stifle province, and since no one from any plan from staff that they thought tratively. After all, the resource-poor originates right here on Salt Spring. meaningful self-determination by of the islands is going to ride naked was fair and workable, so staff were islands are being asked to give up small rural communities? through the streets of Vancouver for sent back to the drawing board. The monies and services they’ve long The writer is a nine-year resident So Trust Council has been forced the sake of Trust Renewal, we will delay doesn’t surprise me because, had to support their communities of Salt Spring, and a firm believer in to accept that, for now — and that’s have to wait a while for significant Ms. Sjuberg to the contrary, it is and see them go to big, dominant the interdependence of the Islands the key phrase here — the lid is on change. complicated — we’re talking tax Salt Spring. That’s hard. in the Salish Sea.

If you happen to drive the tries to extinguish. “southern route” through Everyone who’s ever lived Alberta in the next month or “Hey Bambi, look this way” on a gulf island knows there so, you might want to take a are two traditional love/hate little detour through the town “ open- The provincial government “More and more people are relationships that all of Magrath. Then again, you season” has approved of what they flocking to Alberta. They’ve islanders cherish. “B.C. might not. on them call the deer “cull.” (Maybe become so accustomed to life Ferries” is one and “deer” is Until a few weeks ago, and is that’s just the way Albertan’s here that there’s only one the other. Magrath was a sleepy little encour- ISLE SAY! spell “kill.” As in, “Hey way to get rid of them.” Imagine if we took care of farming community hidden aging WITH JOHN POTTINGER Leroy, let’s head on down ta It might be wise — though our problems the way the away somewhere south of hunters Magrath and cull us a few a not traditionally Albertan — good folks of Magrath do. Lethbridge. Nowadays, if to con- them deer.”) to have a look at why there “Hey Bruce, what hap- you drive through town, verge on Magrath and save from my back door. If they An Alberta wildlife official are so many ravenous deer pened to the Skeena?” you’d better keep the speed the town from these raucous aren’t afraid to enter my yard, was quoted as saying “since rampaging through the streets “Oh she was gettin’ worse. up or you might find yourself and unpredictable beasts. who knows what they’ll do?” the deer have become accus- and back alleys of Magrath. You know, startin’ to show caught in the midst of a gun Ron Williams, the town’s A man who found one of tomed to people and life in Could it possibly be that for signs of her age — gettin’ battle. Hunters from all over manager says, “They line the the deer in his vegetable gar- Magrath, killing them is the the past hundred years or so behind and makin’ more and Alberta are loading up their sides of the road. They just den was still shaking as he only way to get rid of them.” hunters have “targetted” the more noise, so a couple of rifles and camo gear and dart out in front of traffic and told his story to the press. Kim Morton, of Alberta natural predators of those the boys took her out into the heading to Magrath to take people are hitting them with “This thing ate my roses as Fish and Wildlife, says, deer? Could it be that the harbour last night and sorta part in the biggest shoot-em- their cars.” if they were Cheerios. It just “What we’re trying to do is Alberta Department of Fish put her to sleep.” up since Stockwell Day Nervous residents are chewed them into bits. It target a specific area and a and Wildlife previously “tar- Meanwhile, Alberta gov- called Ralph Klein a sissy. telling other — equally hair- showed no fear; no hesita- specific population.” getted the specific areas and ernment scientists say they’re It seems the town has been raising — stories of the dam- tion.” “Target” them? Follow the specific populations” of those collecting the heads of all the infiltrated by hundreds of age caused by the invasion. When questioned about logic of that one through to predators? Could it be that slain deer to study them for nasty, aggressive, threatening One scared woman told of how the animal had managed the end and you’ll never visit the name “Alberta Fish and signs of “chronic wasting . . . deer. finding not one but two of to find roses in an Alberta Alberta again. Wildlife” is an oxymoron? disease, a brain-wasting dis- These dangerous animals these “wild brown things” in garden in January, the man, a I can hear the words of an Mind you, maybe it’s like ease like BSE.” have created so much may- her back yard, of all places. retired police officer, said, official from the Alberta “fire department” in that its They’re examining the hem that the town declared “They were only steps “Back off, smart ass.” Department of Humans: title comes from the thing it wrong heads. 10 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 OPINION GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD Make pledge highly unstable and fragile, as Funds are urgently needed well as vulnerable to all types to support the work of the More letters of human disturbance. Crofton Airshed Citizens A variety of migrating Group (CACG). The first step in assessing ward with offers to do this Whaletown, B.C. V0P 1Z0, found at www.croftonair.org. shorebirds use this spit and the If you believe it is impor- the impact of the mill’s preliminary work at consid- making your cheque payable PATRICIA LOCKIE, adjacent intertidal habitat for tant that accurate, indepen- operations upon air and erably discounted fees. to Reach for Unbleached and Salt Spring nesting, loafing, feeding and dent data on the Crofton water quality, and upon pub- CACG needs to raise writing “Crofton” on the maintenance activities. The pulp mill’s emissions be lic health, is to hire a con- $15,000 — quickly. This cheque. Reach for Unbleached Stewardship eelgrass beds south of the documented, please consid- sultant with expertise in money will be used to cover is a registered charity. Official As a resident of Salt Spring shell beach and north of the er making a financial dona- modelling pulp mills. Two the $2,500 in costs already tax receipts will be issued. Island, I am writing to express tidal mudflat are important tion. such experts have come for- incurred in mounting last 2) Fill out a charitable dona- my concern regarding the habitat for many species of month’s public meeting in tion pledge form available development of a sablefish fish and shellfish, especially Crofton — attended by 500 from Elizabeth White, 537- hatchery that is changing a when they are young. 20% off people — and to fund the 2616. Charitable tax receipts fragile and environmentally There is much to be con- modelling study. will be issued at the time the unique area, the Walker Hook cerned about. The waste man- A Salt Spring Island pledge is honoured. sand spit. agement plan of this hatchery SALE fundraising team consisting of I urge you to act now and This area contains a sparse- allows for the drilling and Elizabeth White, Ron make a financial contribution ly vegetated ecosystem (the trenching of the sand spit. The Hawkins, Ingrid Vopel and so that the critical work of sand spit) and a salt marsh plan also allows for large vol- Patricia Lockie is now in CACG in researching and wetland, two of the rarest sen- umes of water to be with- place. Donations may be made publicizing information about sitive ecosystems that have drawn and injected into the in two ways: emissions from the Crofton been inventoried on Vancouver spit. 1) Mail a cheque to Reach mill may go on. Island and the Gulf Islands. It is unknown what effect for Unbleached, Box 39, More information may be Sand spits are typically this will have on the stability of the sand spit. It is also unknown what long-term effect the effluent will have on the adjacent tidal mudflat and ISLANDS salt marsh wetland. The sand spit is also the site TRUST of a First Nations burial ground and one of the largest Visit our web site at: www.islandstrust.bc.ca E-mail: [email protected] archaeological sites in the southern Gulf Islands. The 2004/2005 FINANCIAL PLAN Penelakut First Nations Elders, whose ancestral lands these are, have strongly stated KOOTENAY FORGE The Islands Trust invites input from the public on its annual budget and financial plan. their distress over the desecra- artists/blacksmiths Details of the proposed budget can be obtained directly from the following Islands Trust tion of their ancestors’ offices: remains. There needs to be a 20% off all instock items and special orders better process of consultation Feb 11-25, 2003 1206-115 Fulford-Ganges Road 102 – 10 Esplanade 200-1627 Fort Street with and respect for First Feb 11 - 29, 2004 Salt Spring Island, BC Nanaimo, BC Victoria, BC Nations culture and heritage. Phone: 250-537-9144 Phone: 250-741-1644 Phone:250-405-5151 The Salt Spring Island Residents for Responsible Land Use have requested an This information is also available on the Island Trust’s website at www.islandstrust.bc.ca environmental assessment of this development by several Submissions from the public regarding the financial plan must be delivered by levels of government — to no Wednesday, March 11, to the attention of the Treasurer at #200-1627 Fort Street, avail. Presently the Residents openopen Wednesday Tuesday toto Sunday,Sunday, 10 10 a.m. a.m. to 5to p.m. 5 p.m. Victoria, BC V8R 1H8; by Fax: (250)405-5155 or by email at the above noted address. for Responsible Land Use 133 Hereford133 Hereford Ave, Ave, Salt Salt Spring Spring Island together with the Penelakut 250-537-0070250-537-0070 First Nation and the Canadian Sablefish Association are appealing the provincial government’s waste management permit approval that allows Sablefin Hatcheries Ltd. to drill wells into the tombolo to obtain salt water and pump effluent into the sand spit. It is a community responsibility to provide stewardship and protection to rare ecosystems, leaving a legacy for future generations. I would like to add my voice to the Residents for Responsible Land Use and would encourage others to do the same and to work to protect this beautiful and rare area. For more information or to find out how you can help, please contact Donna Martin There’s no such thing as a non-member, at 537-5340, or e-mail Donna at [email protected]. ROBERT BATEMAN, only a friend we have yet to make. Salt Spring Recycle paper At Island Savings, we believe in the power of personal relationships. affordably as is humanly possible. In fact, we have loans as low as If environmental conserva- So we’re always looking for ways to renew old acquaintances and Prime minus 1%. tion is so dear to Salt Spring make new ones. RRSP season is a great time to do just that. Islanders, then why are all the And because we believe that one good thing leads to another, with schools, businesses and the library using non-recycled Bring your RRSP to Island Savings for a full range of very competitive every contribution to an Island Savings RRSP, we’ll make a paper; thus keeping the pulp options and a switch that’s fast, easy and convenient. contribution to the Vancouver Island Cancer Lodge. mills running? Why don’t people take their Should you need to borrow to maximize this year’s RRSP contribution, So this year, make more than an RRSP contribution. Make a friend own cloth bags or baskets to we’re here to help you make that happen, too, as easily and at Island Savings. go shopping, thus decreasing landfills? The question of paper or plastic could never again be asked. All the gas and insurance money saved by using a well- designed public transportation system could probably support a pool and help with AIDS in Africa; as well as decreasing our CO2 contributions and, with sadness, I say, BRENTWOOD CEDAR CHEMAINUS COBBLE HILL DUNCAN LADYSMITH MILL BAY SALT SPRING SHAWNIGAN VICTORIA saving young people’s lives. 544-4041 722-7073 246-3273 743-7335 746-4171 245-0456 743-5534 537-5587 743-5395 385-4476 KALIMA BROWN, Bittancourt Road MORE LETTERS 11 GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD OPINION WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 11

Name: ILLTYD PERKINS 537/538/653: 653. Occupation(s): Father, husband, woodworker. RANTS ROSES Hobbies: Walking, sailing, Salt Spring Curling Bonspiel. singing, cryptic crosswords. Home finished/unfin- RANTS & trouble and speedy service A road lined with rose ished: Finished — in parts. was worth a dozen roses. petals for Per Svendsen at Favourite people: Family Rants to the local store Tread Shed 2000. Thanks for and friends. where I purchased a A special thank you to the your extra effort to make our Boater’s Journal for $22.95 family ski trip a reality after Favourite read: O.E.D. Ganges Village Market for as a Christmas gift. When I continued support with Salt our van chose not to go. Best thing about SSI: removed the price sticker in Spring Elementary School’s Hiking trails through the preparation for wrapping the boys basketball team. A rose to Alia Lovejoy for forest. book, there underneath was an understanding attitude the suggested retail price of Worst thing about SSI: A big bouquet of roses to and her donation to the Salt $12.95! When I went back Spring Food Bank. Traffic on Fulford-Ganges Jim and Melodie Pasuta for and complained, the sales organizing the second annual Road. clerk said she would look Best place to kiss on SSI?: into why the price was Sailing in Ganges Harbour. marked up and get back to Bookkeeping Services me. She never did. JHP Recapture your creative energy and freedom DERRICK’S to focus on your craft. Be confident that all the A big rant to Salt Spring paperwork is done properly and on time. ISLAND PICS stores that are not stroller and wheelchair accessible. It is QuickBooks Setup, Training impossible to get what you and Support need, want or even look at Become self-sufficient and confident with your accounting anything from the top or bot- system through personalized tutoring and ongoing support. tom floors! What do they More letters expect us to do? David Waddington 537-0854 Certified Intuit Advisor Specializing in Small Business your voices heard. the residence to “finish off” Rants to whomever took my Protest it It is the only way hope- its dining room. portable massage table and I cannot believe the bla- fully the development Meadowbrook is strictly black bag out of my blue tant propaganda in the won’t go through. a not-for-profit organiza- Toyota Wagon parked at St. Channel Ridge Updates in M. MIDDELBERG, tion and as such strives to Mary Lake Resort on the night SIDNEY TRAVEL & CRUISE the Driftwood. of February 5. Kindly return it Calgary, Alberta provide a secure and com- REG. #3694-5 I certainly hope not fortable environment for its to the resort office, no ques- SERVICE LTD. tions asked. The return would many islanders believe it. Donation residents at minimum cost. AT THE LANDMARK First of all, to have There have been several be greatly appreciated as these The Salt Spring items are my livelihood, and #105-2506 Beacon Ave., Sidney, B.C. V8L 1Y2 another village up there is letters of acknowledgement Foundation grant means silly. What do we need and thanks appearing in other people’s health care. that we can continue to • Your full service travel agency • Exciting cruises & great destinations another village for, espe- your paper regarding the provide our residents with cially a Whistler-style vil- generosity of the Salt all the amenities they ROSES • Business travel & holiday vacations lage? No thanks! Spring Island Foundation. deserve without having to • Travel insurance available for peace of mind About the water. Oh sure We would like to add raise the rents and, believe Roses to Ace Courier, par- they will take care of the ours. me, we all appreciate it. Call Channel Ridge people. But In December, ticularly Lisa, who went On behalf of through lots of bother to how about the rest of the Meadowbrook Seniors Meadowbrook’s residents (250) 656-0905 or 1-800-223-5256 north end of the island, Residence received an make sure I got an important and board I pass along our delivery last weekend. Your whose residents also get early Christmas present many thanks. their water from St. Mary from Tom Toynbee on MAUREEN O’BRIEN, Lake? behalf of the Salt Spring Administrator, I know it is a done deal Foundation. Meadowbrook supposedly. Islanders, A cheque for $4,000 was TTHHRREEEE PPOOIINNTT please rise up and protest. presented to the residents MORE LETTERS 12 It won’t be the first time of Meadowbrook to enable protests have made a MMOOTTOORRSS change. I know there are a lot of people opposed to the Channel Ridge develop- WWEEEEKKLLYY ment. The development people can afford to put all kinds SPECIAL of money into articles and SPECIAL receptions. Please, those of you who Financing are opposed to it, don’t be from the silent majority. Make % RMT 0 OAC Registered Massage Therapist since 1996 Violet Reynolds 538-0377

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UNCLE ALBERT’S FURNITURE Three Point Motors Nanaimo 461 Rainbow Rd. 107 2nd St. Duncan “In the heart of downtown Nanaimo” 537-0057 Mon.-Sat. 9-5:30 1-800-593-5303 Sun 11-4 303 Terminal Avenue www.threepointnanaimo.com [email protected] Open Fri • Sat • Sun 11- 5pm 1-877-490-9844 250-753-1444 12 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 OPINION GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD Something you Environment part of mill concerns should know: By DON MCKENDRICK Williams Lake since 2001. eral environmental standards Island Garbage Express has been The public meeting in The Canadian Council of that don’t take effect until Crofton on the alternative IN Ministers of the 2006. sold by Chris and Cheryl North to supplementary fuels trial Environment (CCME) con- Most important of all, the principals of R.D.I. Waste proposed by our company DEPTH cluded that controlled com- even though we face tough made it clear there are still goals and work hard to meet bustion with energy recovery economic challenges, we Serves of Saanichton, B.C. many questions to answer, a them simultaneously. With is one acceptable disposal continue to improve our lot of fear and emotion at the proposed alternative sup- method; at Crofton, our environmental performance Something play, and a history of frus- plementary fuels trial at power boiler’s high tempera- and commitments. trations to address with our Crofton, we want to make ture would destroy virtually I have huge respect for the to remember: neighbours. things better — through all railway tie contaminants. democratic freedom of It also reminded us that reduced emissions and lower Coal is used throughout expression we all enjoy. Salt Spring Garbage Services Ltd.has we have to do a much better auxiliary fuel costs. the world and results show However, it’s vital that our job of discussing our plans Rather than continuing to that it can be a clean fuel discussions be grounded in been serving the island as a Salt and progress as a company use fossil fuels like natural with the right emission con- facts and that rhetoric Spring owned company, with Salt with people in the Cowichan gas or bunker C oil, we trols, like ours. The coal trial designed to heighten public Valley. It is vital for our believe these alternative sup- at our Elk Falls mill runs to alarm does not merely act as Spring employees, working in and for company to provide facts plementary fuels combined the end of 2005, and we are a barrier to informed opinion about our operations so the with wet, salty waste wood continuing to gather and about the issue at hand and the community for over 40 years. community can hold bark (hog fuel) would pro- assess the data produced. our business in general. informed opinions about our vide a hotter, cleaner burn in We know we have to meet While I don’t expect 537-2167 business. our power boiler. or exceed all government neighbours to always see Our company considers The alternative supple- regulations and standards to things from the same point our mills part of a larger mentary fuels we want to stay in business. We do, and of view, the skill and integri- community and we respect test are safely used else- we are proud of the progress ty of 1,000 employees at this our neighbours’ views. where in the province and we are making. mill and the 3,000 others Home Theatre & Audio For example, since 2000, who make up NorskeCanada SALES & INSTALLATION We’re always looking for beyond. Results are conclu- ways to improve environ- sive. Tire-derived fuel (TDF) we have reduced our odour should never be doubted, COMPETITIVE mental performance at our is used in hundreds of facili- emissions at Crofton by and neither should our com- PRICING - operations — through activities in North America. This about 70 per cent and have mitment to working together custom design ties including pollution con- helps keep millions of old cut fine particulate emissions to find better solutions to new & existing trol, reduced energy con- tires out of already overflow- by about the same percent- shared environmental con- construction sumption, recycling and pro- ing landfills and reduces age. Overall, power boiler cerns. cess efficiencies. We support emission of dioxins and dioxin emissions in our mills -10 years experience The writer is vice-presi- university (UBC) and indus- furans. Rail ties have been are down by more than 80 dent of the Crofton Division try (PAPRICAN) research, used as a fuel in Prince per cent, and we are ahead of NorskeCanada. RUNCO as well as trials at our mills George since 1989 and at of schedule in meeting fed- LEXICON for increased understanding LINN • DENON of how our operations affect JM LABS people and the planet. More letters At all our divisions, we HITACHI meet or beat all Canadian TOSHIBA and B.C. government legis- quickly like everything else Tragedy Annie reports in this climate!) or as a SONANCE lation and standards. These In a letter several weeks I wish to thank you for climbing frame (they all VANTAGE • NILES standards reflect public your support of Gifts from ago on the AIDS crisis in have very strong feet and interests and the available the Heart fundraiser by pub- Africa I made an egregious wills). And my very uantum science. lishing my letter, as well as Q error in estimating the num- favourite is when they use We see environment and the article advertising us to ber of orphans, some with me as a chair to sit on for a Audio & Video Systems economics as compatible the community late last year. HIV, some with AIDs. quiet watchful time. Kevin Kopetzki 537-9844 I am at present, as Instead of “tens of thou- I also love the way they planned, in Nang Khai and sands,” according to the bring trusting hearts and volunteer three days a week head of UNICEF Canada on shining warmth in little (as the orphanage needs). I the CBC the number of hands, which slip the knot enjoy getting thoroughly orphans is close to 11.5 mil- on your heart and hold fast. physically wiped out each of lion! This is truly a tragedy I am pleased to pass on to these three days, but leave of catastrophic proportions. Salt Spring that Sanellei regretfully with a brimming If my concern above House and Imjai House are heart every Sunday evening. seems too international for happy to receive 21,000 baht CAPITAL REGIONAL DISTRICT The kids are simply beau- some, I will mention two each (about $700) and tiful, vibrant beings, as kids NOTICE OF LOCAL PARCEL TAX local matters. I am in favour there’s also $200 to donate to are everywhere — but there REVIEW PANEL - 2004 of an indoor swimming pool Rejoice Charity when I reach is the twist. and I hope there be wide Chianmai in late February. North Galiano Fire Protection All of them are a little community support for the Thank you, Salt Spring, Southern Gulf Islands Small Craft Harbour Facilities small for their ages (even by referendum on March 20 to on behalf of some of the their standards) but they Salt Spring Island Fernwood Water System provide a very modest tax most wonderful humans I zoom around most of the Salt Spring Island Ganges Sewerage System increase to allow ArtSpring have met — the kids! time like all kids do. Salt Spring Island Highland Water System to continue to serve Salt ANNIE MACGUFFIE, Times when they stop, Salt Spring Island Maliview Estates Sewerage System Spring Island. Thailand/Salt Spring JACK C. HALLAM, they use me for hugs or to MORE LETTERS 10 Salt Spring Island Liquid Waste Disposal System North End Road wipe away tears (which dry Pender Island Magic Lake Estates Water System Pender Island Magic Lake Estates Sewerage System Pender Island Magic Lake Estates Second Water System Saturna Island Lyall Harbour/Boot Cove Water Service Area Galiano Island Sticks Allison Water System North Pender Island Fire Protection & Emergency Services HARBOUR HOUSE Mayne Island Surfside Park Estates Water System licensed Mayne Island Skana Water System TAKE NOTICE that the annual sitting of the Local Parcel Tax Review Panel, pursuant to Section 203.2 of the Community Charter will be held LIQUOR STORE at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 25, 2004 in the 3rd Floor Board Room of the Capital Regional District, 524 Yates Street, Victoria, British 121 Upper Ganges Road - at rear of building Columbia to hear appeals against the aforementioned 2004 parcel tax assessment rolls. Open Daily 9am to 11pm The Local Parcel Tax Review Panel will hear only those appeals filed in writing with the undersigned at least 48 hours in advance of its sitting. Large selection of Cold Beer, Wines, A copy of the complete rolls will be available for inspection at the Ciders, Coolers & Spirits plus offices of the Capital Regional District, 524 Yates Street, Victoria, British Columbia between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., and Domestic & Imported Cigars. Ganges Building Inspection, Suite 206-118 Fulford/Ganges Road (above the Post Office), Ganges, British Columbia, between the hours of NEW ON SALE THIS WEEK: NEW 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, commencing February 26, 2004. ALL VANCOUVER ISLAND BREWING CO. Dated at Victoria, British Columbia, this 11th day of February, 2004. BEERS AT LIQUOR STORE PRICE Diana E. Lokken,CMA Director of 537-1919 Finance & Corporate Services GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD OPINION WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 13 At Curves, Counsel reviews ‘due process’ notion resolutions are a group effort. By JOANNE ELIZABETH The captains chose, then, told there were none). Re: “New trustee Lee to submit a written appeal, Mr. Lee is now undertak- offers hot-topic views” IN after being assured this ing an onerous duty as a (January 28 Driftwood). would be accepted and con- trustee of our fire depart- FINAL WEEKS! As interviewed for the RESPONSE sidered. ment. Indeed he holds a article, Dan Lee describes a plaint or taken any disci- Subsequently, the captains “trusted” position for the fair and equitable due pro- plinary action against either were contacted by certain protection and benefit of our cess that he follows when of the captains. The chief did trustees, who said they did community. As an experi- dealing with difficulties and not issue any written or ver- not fully understand what enced businessperson he problems in the work envi- bal notice to warn the cap- led up to the suspensions. will know that the way one ronment. He reports that he tains that they could be fac- The captains and I then issue in an organization is was “assured” this type of ing disciplinary action. To agreed to attend a full board managed provides insight process was followed when meeting, which a trustee into the management of the Discover Curves, a supportive community where the contrary, at a May 21, women help each other reach their goals through captains Jeff Outerbridge 2003 meeting, attended by wrote would be convened to organization as a whole. I and Bruce Patterson were board chair Ben Martens, give the captains an “oppor- hope and expect that Mr. commonsense weight loss, a great thirty minute suspended and dismissed Chief Enfield and Jeff tunity to elaborate on your Lee will be sufficiently con- workout and a lot of laughs. Call your local Curves last summer. Outerbridge (along with two written submissions.” cerned about the matters I today for an appointment. I have diligently reviewed other members of the fire- Part way into the meeting have revealed in this report- and investigated all available fighters association), Chief the captains and I were ing to conduct his own care- Get this free Curves relevant material and sources Enfield, when asked, stated asked to leave the room ful investigation, and then Designer Bag and 50% relating to the captains’ sus- that he had no outstanding briefly. One trustee came to clarify his position to the off the service fee pensions in the course of concerns or issues with Mr. tell us that the board had community. when you join now. * preparing their written Outerbridge. voted to revoke the suspen- The power to amaze yourself.TM appeal of the suspensions. I On July 4, 2003, the cap- sions. We then came back The writer was lawyer for www.curvesinternational.com thus tell Mr. Lee with the tains received identical let- into the meeting room. Jeff Outerbridge and Bruce greatest of certainty that no ters of suspension directly During the remainder of the Patterson last summer when 538-5575 the volunteer fire captains such process was followed, from the board of trustees. meeting, the board concen- 382 Lower Ganges Road nor did the events, as they trated on interrogating the were dismissed by the Salt Saltspring Island The reasons given for the Spring Fire Protection unfolded, embody any of the suspensions are not ones captains. The board pointed- * Offer based on first visit enrollment, minimum 12 mo. c.d. program. District board. New members only. Valid only at participating locations. vital elements of due pro- referred to in the “rules and ly did not focus on or direct cess, fairness or equitability. regulations” as matters that discussion to “the elabora- Chief Dave Enfield did could lead to disciplinary tion of the written submis- prepare and issue the Salt action. One of the stated fac- sions” — their stated pur- Spring Island Fire tors didn’t even involve pose for the meeting. Our Department Rules and Captain Patterson. attempts to do so were not Regulations in June of 1999, The captains were well received. which includes possible rea- informed they had 14 days Without further warning ISLANDS TRUST sons for discipline and dis- to appeal. They asked for the or notice, on August 6, 2003, GALIANO ISLAND LOCAL TRUST COMMITTEE missal of a member, and bylaws, and were told there captains Outerbridge and stipulates that reports of mis- were none (there are). They Patterson were sent letters of NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING conduct and disciplinary asked to make their verbal dismissal from the board of matters are to be dealt with trustees. NOTICE is hereby given that Galiano Island Local Trust Committee will hold a appeals with legal counsel public hearing on the following proposed bylaws: by and are under the authori- present to assist them. The The reasons stated for ty of the fire chief. This is in trustees advised them in their dismissals were not the • Bylaw No. 158 – cited as "Galiano Island Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 108, accordance with the provi- writing on July 8 that their same as the reasons given 1995, Amendment No. 2, 2003”; sions of bylaws of the Fire suspension “is a matter that for the suspensions. The • Bylaw No. 159 – cited as “Galiano Island Land Use Bylaw No. 127, 1999, Amendment Protection District. is not in any manner a legal captains were not informed No. 2, 2003”; Now to what actually hap- entity and legal counsel will that they had a right to pened: First, in spite of the not be acceptable,” and appeal the dismissals, as for the purpose of allowing the public to make representations to the Local Trust fire chief’s authority and again on July 10: “Legal provided for in Section 13 of Committee respecting matters contained in the proposed bylaws at 12:30 p.m., documented procedure, he counsel will not be permit- the bylaws (of which they Wednesday, February 25, 2004 at the South Island Community Hall, 141 Sturdies has never lodged any com- ted.” were unaware, having been Bay Road, Galiano Island. At the public hearing all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to TUESDAYS Rugg Huggers be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the pro- ARE posed bylaws. GANGES group Bylaw No. 158 – cited as "Galiano Island Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 108, 10% OFF 1995, Amendment No. 2, 2003 DAYS For parents & babies In general terms, the purpose of Proposed Bylaw No. 158 is to amend, add or substitute various policies and objectives and provide some new definitions in Schedule VILLAGE (some restrictions apply) Meets at Family “A” that relate to Land Transportation. New objectives are proposed and policies are ...... Place included that guide the development of a future road network for Galiano Island, and MONDAYS ARE Fridays, 11-1 guide the development of land until public road access becomes available. A new map MARKET DOUBLE COUPON Schedule “C” is attached to the bylaw that outlines the location of proposed roads and “100% Island Owned and Operated” VALUE DAYS 537-9176 emergency access and associated road standards as well as existing roads and road standards. Bylaw No. 159 – cited as “Galiano Island Land Use Bylaw No. 127, 1999, Amendment No. 2, 2003 In general terms, the purpose of proposed Bylaw No. 159 is to amend the text by University of Victoria adding, amending and substituting various subsections related to highway access, associated subdivision, road standards and by adding new definitions. A new Schedule “D” titled “Road Standards” is added to provide a definition of standards for various road on Salt Spring Island classifications. A copy of the proposed bylaws and any background material that may be considered by the Trust Committee in respect of the proposed bylaws may be inspected at the Islands Trust Office, #200 - 1627 Fort Street, Victoria, B.C. between the hours of For the love of learning—no exams, no prerequisites! 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, inclusive, UVic’s Division of Continuing Studies is offering the following non-credit excluding statutory holidays, commencing February 11, 2004. courses on Saturdays in Ganges this spring. The instructor is Chris Mundigler, For the convenience of the public only, and not to satisfy Section 892(2)(e) of the Local archaeologist/anthropologist. The fee for each course is $80.25 including GST. Government Act, additional copies of the proposed bylaws may be inspected at various Notice Boards on Galiano Island, B.C., commencing February 11, 2004 and can also be Palaeoanthropology: Later Mediterranean Religions: viewed on the World Wide Web at the following URL: http://www.islandstrust.bc.ca and The Journey of Us An Historical Approach selecting Island Governments / Galiano Island / Bylaws / Proposed. Join this odyssey through millions of In this course we will investigate the Written submissions may be delivered to: years and countless generations of our mythology, mystery, and state religions of 1. the office of the Islands Trust by mail at the #200 - 1627 Fort Street, Victoria, B.C. ancient family tree to discover who we Greek, Hellenistic, and Roman times and V8R 1H8, or by Fax (250) 405-5155, prior to 4:30 p.m., February 24, 2004; are and how we got here. Find out how how these earlier religions became the 2. after 4:30 p.m., February 24, 2004 to the Trust Committee at the Public Hearing at our story has been pieced together from antecedents of the major Western reli- 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 25, 2004. fragments of bone, stone, and DNA. gions—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. All applications are available for review by the public. Written comments made in Course Code: ASSI303 2004S1 E01 Course Code: ASSI304 2004S1 E01 response to this notice will also be available for public review. Date: Saturdays, March 6–April 3: Date: Saturdays, March 6–April 3: Inquiries regarding the proposed bylaws may be directed to the Islands Trust Office, 10 am–noon (5 sessions) 1–3 pm (5 sessions) Planner, at (250) 405-5158 or, for Toll Free access, request a transfer via Enquiry BC: In Vancouver 660-2421 and elsewhere in BC 1-800-663-7867. For details or to register, call Janet King, (250) 721-8827, e-mail [email protected], or visit www.uvcs.uvic.ca and select the topic History & Ideas from the menu. NO REPRESENTATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED BY THE GALIANO ISLAND LOCAL TRUST COMMITTEE AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING. Kathy Jones Deputy Secretary 14 L WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 NEWSBEAT GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD More letters

Compromise pool. We want to work would be a simpler indoor In response to the February together with PARC so as to pool, as preferred by 33 per 4 Driftwood editorial: achieve what the community cent of the survey’s respon- Good on the Driftwood for has very clearly said it dents and, surely, acceptable urging PARC and SSplash to prefers, an indoor pool. as a realistic starting point to work together. Mention was made of the most of the 36 per cent who While it is true that PARC pool survey being flawed. wanted more. has been favouring a PVC- SSplash had no input into the On the other hand, a mere lined outdoor pool since July selection of the firm hired to eight per cent of the respon- 2003, I would like to make it carry out the survey. PERC dents to the survey favoured clear that Ssplash is prepared (Professional Environmental the building of an elaborate to be adaptable, realistic and Recreational Consulting) has outdoor pool that might — or responsive to both the com- conducted surveys and recre- might not — be covered in munity’s desires and to its ational master plans for com- the future, and we simply do budget as expressed in the munities throughout the not feel this is a good place to start. Why should the wishes recent survey. province. of eight per cent prevail? Ssplash members are and The person PARC and SALSA MAN: Salt Spring’s Eduardo Canales is on top of the world as he is Ssplash dealt with regarding Clearly, it behooves us to fol- always have been prepared to low the wishes of the majori- lifted by members of Victoria’s Salsa hockey team. The athletes were on island compromise. Ssplash is very the survey was Bill Webster, last Saturday, promoting their team and Payless Gas, which sponsored purchase who was in the past executive ty of islanders who responded keen to continue participating and who are, after all, repre- of their warm-up clothing. Canales, who also happens to make salsa, has been a in the joint committee set up director of Parks and Recreation for the entire sentative of the community. Salsa fan for many years. Photo by Derrick Lundy to examine how to build the province, and who has also Over the coming months, worked for Sports BC. He is SSplash will continue to work a professional and this survey hard to raise funds for an is of a high calibre. indoor pool on Salt Spring Hopefully both Ssplash Island. There is tremendous and the public will be able to desire, goodwill and creativi- read it in full very soon, when ty for this project in our com- it is released in its final form. munity. Meanwhile, it is possible Many local business are to sketch out some possible supporting the indoor pool. ArtSpring The Randy Bachman Pool directions. As we know, 83 per cent of the respondents Party concerts this month will preferred an indoor pool; 36 raise around $30,000. per cent of respondents Every week new individu- Putting chose a more elaborate als approach Ssplash with indoor pool with leisure and fundraising ideas and propos- a therapy elements, as well as als. Major suppliers have the main tank, whereas 33 indicated a willingness to value on the supply materials for an indoor per cent chose a basic indoor pool. pool at cost. Seventy-eight per cent of With this level of commit- respondents said they would ment and support, an indoor support a tax increase of up to swimming pool can be a real- $50 to build and operate a ity. Let’s make it happen! arts DARLENE STEELE, pool, and 54 per cent said they would be prepared to support Ssplash president an increase of up to $75. Read writing Preliminary figures on cap- Gordon Campbell is at the Arts funding in perspective* ital and operating costs tell us head of the government that the more elaborate indoor which has so slashed our pool would only be afford- school district’s funding for ”ArtSpring is a VICTORIA $39.30 able, and then only just, if we education that students’ were able to obtain the maxi- access to school libraries has fitting monument mum federal/provincial been largely reduced. to the arts and infrastructure grant funding Last week Campbell had available. Ssplash has been the temerity to deliver a sanc- a superb venue OAK BAY $34.50 arguing since the joint com- timonious speech on the vital mittee meetings began that importance of reading and to for the myriad PARC and Splash should co- declare Family Literacy community events operate and seek these grant Week. monies as a matter of urgency As a synonym for “hyp- and shows. SIDNEY $20.92 and this is still something we ocrite,” Campbell will do Thousands of would like to achieve. nicely. Such an application is, May he find himself with people have however, a complex process the assignment of reading and there must therefore be a “the handwriting on the marvelled at SAANICH $16.66 compromise position. Salt wall!” performances on Spring Islanders’ response in DONALDA MACKENZIE, the stage, and the survey suggests that this Park Drive exhibitions in the gallery. ESQUIMALT $13.78 “Romantic Secrets of It is a valuable a Beautiful Island” facility that ought to be cherished SALT SPRING ISLAND $3.39 3 New Paintings by all.“ being unveiled Tony Richards We are asking Salt Spring residents to support the arts to the tune Saturday, Feb 14 of $6.13 on average per household (based on CRD estimates). 1pm to 3pm at the Jill Louise Campbell Your YES vote is crucial—otherwise, the arts on Gallery on Salt Spring will receive no local public funding at all. the boardwalk Public Invited * Average tax levy per household. Source: CRD Strategic Arts Plan, Statistics Canada 2001 census to join the artist for tea and cookies

ARTSPRING: IT’S WORTH IT. All the paintings are of Walker Hook area On March 20, vote YES ✔ Artist Jill Campbell will be there to meet visitors For information call The Gallery 537-1589 Supported by Islanders for the Arts Spring Sales PULL OUT & SAVE Spring is the traditional time to start marketing houses for sale. Get ahead of the crowd. List Now ! with John & Debbie Cade

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,'(( ,')( 1'(( 1')( -'(( -')( %'(( %')( &'(( &')( *'(( *')( #('(( #(')( ##'(( ##')( THIS +,( B 2 2 2 5. ( +=> -((-+# 7+,,2 C=,,9D1# 7 C=,,@D0 ! 8 6C=,,9D?-) () ./ 2 +"- "3. 2 - ( E 9FG,,F( ?=, +7>?. ))()%* .0 0 # - 83 ! (A 2& # # . 50 +7>?. WEEK’S +,,)1& 2 -0.) $ !:( *, *, 2 +2F!9 8H 8H 2 $ +,))+# 2 0 " /) ! 3 # # . 50 +,#))-0 3 0 # - ' @G *, *, ! ! # MOVIES ,,))&) - 1 ' ( 2 (+! WEDNESDAY, FEB 11 #(# ! % 2 " 2 1 !J K 2 6:00 PM ,,1)1, .$ !+=>1 - 2 !8 0-- 2 3 2 : ( 2 # +. +$ - r\ ++ Sweet Substitute (1964,Drama) +,+)1* ? # 2 (-) 2 1 ># ' 1 33 / ()" 2 Tom is torn between an ugly girl who will give him sex and a gorgeous girl who ,1, 1+) !$7+7, 1): # /9 +@> . 50 41 / 3 wont. Robert Howay, Angela Gann (1h45) ,,#1(- 2 ?! 1 - $ - ?! # 1 - $ - 7:00 PM ,)-1-( 3 3 /; # # 1 # 1 # # # 1 # 1 # 3 /; 3\ Deep Evil (2004,Sci-Fi) The military ,&)1,# +9> / (! 2) 2 ) / 1-(# $ C9LGLD -? . 2 ! tries to uncover what went wrong when ,1(1+( 4 ? 1 - ? ( ' # 1 - ? ( ' scientists clone a mysterious microbe. Ona Grauer, Rachel Grodnik (2h) ,((,(( . ( $ $- $. 2 3 ( 2 ; ( 2 8:00 PM ,(%,#* !5 3 22 1B. 2 2 1; 2 2 2 f\ +++ Prelude to a Kiss - 2 / / 8H 8H *, *, ' ( 2 2 1 1 (1992,Romance) An uninvited wedding $ - 2 2 ' ' 8H 1 5 C9LL=D(- #5! ?2 guest kisses the bride and instantly ))))&+ 56 7 ?2 2 8 $ 2 / / *, 3 0 HF97 2 +"- exchanges their personalities. Meg Ryan, Alec Baldwin (2h) 1##)*( . + ( & 1 & 9:00 PM ))+)&# ??- ??- 830 ' 6,( 33 8H 8H @G$ . !$ 3\ ++++ Angels in America ))#)&( $$ ( E - 80(0@ / ?- #8 ) 1 33 -( +7> (2003,Drama) A group of Americans con- ,)&)*, $. 1- 2 ( 2# # 76," . # 76," front different aspects of AIDS during the Reagan era. Al Pacino, Meryl Streep (1h) o\ +++ Chances Are (1989,Romance) A man reincarnated A Refreshing Tale after twenty-five years tries to reunite with his wife and child. Robert Downey Jr., Cybill Shepherd (2h) 10:00 PM r\ +++ Willow and Wind Ssplash Water is bottled at source by Carley Spring Water (1999,Drama) An Iranian boy sets out to who very generously donate the water. It’s very pure, very find the glass to replace the window he broke at school. Hadi Alipour, Amir refreshing, with no additives or fluorides. Thanks very much Janfada (1h30) 3\ ++ CQ (2001,Drama) A filmmaker to Bill Ray, Beverley McNutt and Gerry McNutt. moves to Paris in the 60s and falls under the spell of a charming actress. Jeremy Davies, Élodie Bouchez (1h30) 11:30 PM At least 75 cents from the sale of each one litre bottle goes r\ Lea (1996,Drama) A lonely and elder- ly woman and a young intruder bond after toward our indoor pool. To date, over $6000.00 has been raised. he breaks into her house. Eric Brisebois, Carmen Tremblay (1h45) 3\ + Full Frontal (2002,Comedy/Drama) The lives of seven Ask for Ssplash bottled water by name at the 19th Hole, Hollywood people collide in the hours leading up to a birthday party. David Cinema Central, Eight Branches, Embe Bakery, Fables Duchovny, Julia Roberts (1h45) THURSDAY, FEB 12 Cottage, the GISS Cafeteria, Harbour House, Harlan’s 6:00 PM Chocolates, Jana’s Bakeshop, King’s Lane Recreation, r\ ++ Funeral in Berlin (1966,Mystery) A British secret agent is Moby’s, Moka House, North End Fitness, the Oystercatcher, assigned to help a Russian defector stage his own funeral. Michael Caine, Eva Renzi Salt Spring Books, Salt Spring Spa, Save-on Gas, the (2h) 7:00 PM Seabreeze Inn, Thrifty Foods and TreeHouse South. 3\ ++ Come Together (2002,Comedy/Drama) A 27-year-old who fantasizes about a perfect love meets a zany woman. Paul Ansdell, Ali Bastian (2h) 8:00 PM Meet Dave, the newest member of For more information on Ssplash, visit f\ Gore Vidal’s Lincoln (1988,History) The story of President Abraham Lincoln’s our dairy department. www. ssplash.org or life from his inauguration to his assassina- Phone Darlene Steele 537-8718 tion. Mary Tyler Moore, Cleavon Little (2h) 9:00 PM 3\ ++++ Angels in America (2003,Drama) A group of Americans con- front different aspects of AIDS during the OPEN Reagan era. Al Pacino, Meryl Streep (1h) OPEN e\ +++ What Women Want (2000,Comedy) A chauvinistic executive 7:30AM 7:30AM gains the ability to hear what women are really thinking. Mel Gibson, Helen Hunt TO 8PM TO 8PM (2h30) o\ +++ Benny and Joon (1993,Romance) A misfit who shelters his mentally ill sister stumbles onto the perfect companion for her. Johnny Depp, Mary Stuart Masterson (1h30) !"!##$ !"!#% l\ +++ A Farewell to Arms (1957,Drama) An American ambulance &'(( &')( *'(( *')( #('(( #(')( ##'(( ##')( #+'(( #+')( #'(( #')( +'(( +')( )'(( )')( driver enters a doomed love affair with a +,( ! " #$% & ' British nurse. Rock Hudson, Vittorio De Sica (3h) -((-+# "() " "() "() " "() 10:00 PM ./ *+,, - -. " ' +/ (- 0 . .) 1- $ r\ +++ Hamlet (2000,Drama) A strug- ))()%* .0 *+,,-2 (%-2 33 ( 2 ' -0.) gling NYC filmmaker named Hamlet seeks +,,)1& 2 ! 1-$ 0 # - 4 5 - 2 ) ( " 1-$ ) revenge for the death of his father. Ethan +,))+# 6+7, ( 58 - " 1 1 1 51 ! !! $ Hawke, Kyle MacLachlan (2h15) 3\ +,#))-0 3 6+,, 9,,$ -2 # ) 0 ( -# # 4 5 +++ The Wild Dogs (2002,Drama) " 1 - 22 1. 3 2 " ! 1 : " A look at a week in the lives of several citi- ,,))&) zens and visitors in the city of Bucharest. #(# ! *+,,( ; ) . $( & " Rachel Blanchard, Mihai Calota (1h45) ,,1)1, .$ " - . 1 " +=, +7>$ " " " " " " " " " 8 11:45 PM +,+)1* 6+,,1 " 2 +2 . # -. " "() (" 3\ + The Hitcher II: I’ve Been Waiting ,1, 1+) !$" " . 50 "() " " # " " " " (2003,Horror) A former officer and his girl- ,,#1(- 2 ) # ?! "() 0 4 " ) # friend pick up a demented hitchhiker with diabolical plans. C. Thomas Howell, Kari ,)-1-( 3 2 2 ()() # # 1-2 1-2 2 # 4#0 ( 2 Wuhrer (1h45) ,&)1,# ! " " +@>?? +9,2 - +@,$ - " / ! " " +9,$ A +7>( " # FRIDAY, FEB 13 ,1(1+( 4 ? (# ? "() - (# ? (# 7:00 PM ,((,(( . 2 0 " " " " " " $! #1; 3 0 2 3\ ++ Gods and Generals ,(%,#* !5 " " " " " " " (2003,Drama) A look at the rise and fall of *,, . - $ - ) ) $ - 2 $3 $3 legendary American war hero Stonewall Jackson. Robert Duvall, Jeff Daniels $ # - ( // - * $) ( # " # (3h45) ))))&+ 56 6+,, !-.) 2 0 ?-2 (-) 2 2 0) ?-2 (-) 2 7:30 PM 1##)*( . " " 1 o\ The One (2003,Comedy) A look at ))+)&# !$ ' -2 ( # 4 5 " # ! . ?1 " what happens when you fall in love with ))#)&( $$ *+,,( 58 - " 80(0@ (- 0 . .) ! $ someone who is already committed. Meredith Monroe, Richard Ruccolo (1h30) ,)&)*, $.3 - ( " (3 4 .- " " " * $) . ONLY A LOAD LLAA7UU amN N- 10DD pmRRYY $5 7 DAYS A WEEK WASH/DRY! 16 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 WHAT’S ON TV GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD !"#$ 8:00 PM q\ The Tenant of Wildfell Hall A %&'' %&(' )&'' )&(' *&'' *&(' +&'' +&(' ,&'' ,&(' -&'' -&(' #'&'' #'&(' ##&'' ##&(' woman escapes with her young son from her unscrupulous husband to Wildfell $%' " !"# Hall. Tara Fitzgerald, Rupert Graves *''*$# . $ %! "/"& '' ()*+* 0 & '' (,* 0 1 - (2h30) 2 . / .01 / 2 * 3 , * / $!41 d\ ++ Shaft (2000,Action) A detec- (('(+- 3 3 5/ )06 7 8* 9 :' + $!41 tive must track down the only eyewitness who can put away all his enemies for $%%(), #/ 5*1 - ; 6 < =>' =>' 9 :'0 - / =, ; good. Samuel L. Jackson, Vanessa L. $%(($# " ? * .9 - / 0 + Williams (2h) $%#((* "4"3 5/ '9 *- - '!3 * '!; *9 f\ ++ Perry Mason: Case of the %%((,( 3 * /? " @* ) ; * 9 //< Defiant Daughter (1990,Mystery) Perry + B - . 1= D* = *< F * F *, # *- Mason defends a man accused of killing #'# an unscrupulous blackmailer in Las %%)()% 3 51 6 !@? , 1 3 0) ; / #/ 6 $!1*?/ Vegas. Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale (2h) $%$()- 4 3 */, - @# !3 + ;* 110 1 & '''(6 ? /,* 9:00 PM %)% )$("5$ $'1 + H0 67 ! " &%IJJ( 1K L,#@* 0& '''(; e\ ++ 10 Things I Hate About You %%#)'* 46 + -) 1 59 * , 46 3 5 * + -) 1 59 (1999,Comedy) A young girl is forbidden %(*)*' 4 09 / . H# K. 6 / . H# K. 6 09 from dating until her unhappy older sister gets a date. Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles %,()%# !. %!+ , ? , * 9 6* +- - + 9 @ /3 ;? " 6 7 @ /3 1 6 (2h) %)')$' 8 4* 9 3 3 9 3 o\ ++ Mad Love (1995,Romance) %''%'' ; ;1 9/ 6 5 ,6 The carefree new girl in town shows a %'+%#- 9 @1 * :; * ). * responsible high school boy another side +/ 9 9 )D* )D* =>' =>' 33 < 5 5 @ @ of life. Chris O’Donnell, Drew Barrymore 31 (1h40) 35 + /= # # )D* @ : 4 // 3K6 4 # p\ ++ The Hard Way (1991,Action) A ((((,$ 39; $ + 4 # ) ; 9 9 * /@ 9 DM%$ . / famous actor teams up with a N.Y. cop, )##(-' 1 # ** + ** N,/ @* + ** N,/ trying to catch a cold-blooded murderer. Michael J. Fox, James Woods (2h30) (($(,# 3 5 44* / 44* / )0+ *- - 0 3 * 1 ((#(,' 35.5 2 ,/ ): 9 * 4 / - - , * / $! 9:45 PM r\ ++ Mondo Topless %(,(-% 5 * @/ !20 &%I!>(+ ;* 1 5 !20 &%I!>(+ ;* (1966,Documentary) Director Russ Meyer turns his camera on traditional ethnic ceremonies. (1h45) 10:00 PM True North Satellite Systems 9\\ +++ Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948,Comedy) A man’s Sale • Installations • Internet • All Brands home turns into a nightmare as he reset- tles his family in Connecticut. Cary Authorized Expressvu Dealer Grant, Myrna Loy (1h35) 10:40 PM o\ ++ Born Yesterday (1993,Comedy) A nouveau-riche indus- trialist hires a reporter to give his mis- Peter Vincent • 538-1705 • 537-6055 (cell) tress couth in Washington. Melanie Griffith, John Goodman (1h35) ! !"#( 10:45 PM 3\ ++ Till Human Voices Wake Us %&'' %&(' )&'' )&(' *&'' *&(' +&'' +&(' ,&'' ,&(' -&'' -&(' #'&'' #'&(' ##&'' ##&(' (2002,Drama) A man returns to his old $%' " ,. + 3/K 9 +6 6 !"# hometown and encounters the ghost of a *''*$# . %!698 - 9 " 9 & ''$(+ ?#*- :! 0 1/ woman he once knew. Guy Pearce, Helena Bonham-Carter (1h45) 2 . / .01 / 2 ; . # " = $!41 (('(+- 3 3 5/ )06 7 8* # @ 3 $!41 11:30 PM r\ + Eve and the Handyman $%%(), #/ 5*1 - ; 6 < =>' =>' # @ M6% =, ; (1961,Comedy) A woman follows a $%(($# " ? * .9 - 4 5 3 handyman around town and encounters $%#((* "4"3 5/ :P *1 ' '9 / embarrassing and comical situations. %%((,( 3 * /? " @* * 3 *Q 3 = .A" " $! Eve Meyer, Anthony-James Ryan (1h30) SATURDAY, FEB 14 #'# ,* + B 05 , 19** " ? F *, %%)()% 3 51 6 !@? , / ; , 6 9- * >1 >9 7 ,+ 3/ 55 7:00 PM 3\ ++ Daredevil (2003,Fantasy) A $%$()- 4 3 */, - @# !3 9 3- #' ? = blind man whose other senses are %)% )$("5$ $'1 3 -@55 3 &5 6 0 :! 1K K / :!. &%IJJ( - enhanced becomes an acrobatic super- %%#)'* 46 * @*K6/ 34 571 *('42 46 3 5 * @* 6/ hero. Ben Affleck, Jennifer Garner (2h) %(*)*' 4 3 L *3*3 L *3* 3 3 3 L *3* 3 L *3*3 3 8:00 PM %,()%# !. %!+ , ? , * 9 6* - 5 .4@ =# :'" 6 f\ ++ Legends of the Fall (1994,Drama) Three brothers who were %)')$' 8 4* 16&%II%( 49 3 16&%II%( 49 raised by their father, all fall in love with %''%'' ; ,6; /;1 ! ! 55 & ' 6 5 ,6 the same woman. Brad Pitt, Sir Anthony %'+%#- 9 . * ;1, @* ; / ; /;1 8 " @? & Hopkins (3h) 31 +/ 9 9 )D* )D* =>' =>' >& '''( *14 5 5 @ @ 8:30 PM 35 + /= 0 1 3 # )D* @ 96. & >> 3K6 4 # k\ + The Princess Diaries (2001,Comedy) A teenager discovers ((((,$ 39; $ + 4 # ) ; 9 9 @ 6 DM%$ . / that she is the heir to the throne of a )##(-' 1 ; N,/ , / ; @* N,/ 0 ; / European principality. Julie Andrews, (($(,# 3 5 44* / 44* / )0+ 4 5 46 0 1 Anne Hathaway (2h30) ((#(,' 35.5 2 ,/ ): 9 * 4 / 61 7 )/ ;K9 @ ' '9 / $! 9:00 PM %(,(-% 5 * @/ 6 6 1 9. 6 6 # # , , 3\ + Final Destination 2 (2003,Thriller) The only survivor of flight 180 teams up with a clairvoyant and a policeman to stop Death. Ali Larter, A.J. Cook (1h30) Local delivery e\ ++ Romeo and Juliet Never Run Out (1996,Drama) Young romantics from from our feuding families fight for their love with Again! 20,000 litre the help of a priest. Leonardo DiCaprio, Claire Danes (2h30) on-island o\ +++ While You Were Sleeping alt Spring Propane storage facility (1995,Comedy) A woman pretends to be a comatose man’s fiancée, but soon CALL 537-2006 falls in love with his brother. Sandra S Bullock, Peter Gallagher (1h30) .!"#% 10:00 PM 0\ ++ Cavale australe ,&'' ,&(' -&'' -&(' #'&'' #'&(' ##&'' ##&(' #$&'' #$&(' #&'' #&(' $&'' $&(' (&'' (&(' (2001,Histoire policière) Une femme $%' " + , /? ,. @ * + ;0 doit retracer un bandit australien, père biologique de son fils. Kate Ashfield, > ''"1/ . <& ''%( ) %!2& ''%(6/, %!===& '' (. # - *''*$# . Tom Long (2h) 2 9 6 5 * . @* 477 , , /1 9 5 @ 10:45 PM (('(+- 3 )06! * + + 9 ?91 ! "! * # o\ +++ The Way We Were $%%(), / 9 5* 9 # 3 # # ; 6BH 6 5 ,6 (1973,Romance) Two people are torn $%(($# "6 # /, 0 3 - @* % / @ @ / *3/ between staying true to each other and $%#((* "4"> '' * / ,6*/ # # 3. # + +6* . 3K6 3K6 being true to themselves. Barbra Streisand, Robert Redford (1h55) %%((,( 3 * , / * # 5/ D* % 9 ; 6 6 ; * 55 = 1 = 11:30 PM #'# , ? ; < / /< 6 - 4* 1= O-* *< r\ ++ Company Man %%)()% 3 51 @* @*" ? 1 @ @ @* 9* )D* K ,000 L *0. # 6 9- * . :! (2000,Comedy/Drama) A teacher is $%$()- /1 .9,*F? , 5 ) / + ;* .0.< / sent to Cuba after posing as a CIA agent %)% )$("5 %! " >. 6 . /&%IP>( . to impress his demanding wife. John Turturro, Douglas McGrath (1h30) > '' %%#)'* 6 > ? @ ??/# 3 5 * # 5 5 3\ + Second Nature (2003,Thriller) %(*)*' 4 3 L *3* 3 3 + 1 5 @3 All isn’t what it seems for a man after a %,()%# !. 6* - @ /3 :! 6 %' $!3 . !'#* . :'. '!"?: 3 !', * 9 plane crash that supposedly kills his %)')$' 8 ; * ; * - - . =#/ . " &%IPP(6; @ / family. Alec Baldwin, Georgina Bouzova (1h30) %''%'' 6 5 @ # * $%$$ & @ " ' SUNDAY, FEB 15 %'+%#- 9 > ( ,1 ( ,1@ ( ) * @ @? & + , @ ; / # # # # , 3H+ @> ; , , 6:00 PM 31 2\ ++ Max Keeble’s Big Move 35 3 #-1 - , , , , , , 4 14 +/M#- 0?&. (2001,Family) When a kid finds out his ((((,$ 39; *? F ) ?/ F * 3 3 9, "/ # * family is moving away, he takes the )##(-' 1 0 ; / @* 8*B) ** # , + 9 ** opportunity to let loose. Alex D. Linz, (($(,# 3 5 > '')0+ , , @? , ! 6 5 ,6 , # Larry Miller (2h) r\ +++ Casino (1995,Crime Story) ((#(,' 35.5 J '' 1 + 9 , * 9 6* +- ; /;1 * - +*)! 9 * A gambling ace runs a casino for the %(,(-% 5 3 #* .,,*F # # , . , , 55 ,*F? 5 mob while his wife has an affair with his friend. Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone !"#% (3h30) t\ +++ Bugsy (1991,Drama) A mur- derous gangster and psychopath turns %&'' %&(' )&'' )&(' *&'' *&(' +&'' +&(' ,&'' ,&(' -&'' -&(' #'&'' #'&(' ##&'' ##&(' Las Vegas into the world’s gambling cap- ; /;1$ * / 0 & ; /;1 " :!;0 %!@ %!;0 +/ $%' " ital. Warren Beatty, Annette Bening (3h) *''*$# . $ $'24 6 #' 3 7/ @ & ''$(@55 ! $ 1 - @ - d\ ++ Gattaca (1997,Suspense) A 2 ,/= +- * @/ = .0, ; .0, man is determined to break free of his (('(+- 3 5 )06! @ 8* 3 1K 1K .B $! 1 imperfect genetic order by impersonating $%%(), * ;3 9 0 M6% M6% # . another. Uma Thurman, Ethan Hawke (2h) $%(($# "/ *3/ 4 P+* 3M9 - * / 1&2 1K .B 7:00 PM $%#((* "4"4 5; 5; 5\\7\ ++++ Shrek %%((,( 3 L ) 1 3 * )B )B - 2 @ 6 ? 0 1 (2001,Animated) A green ogre and his #'# ; /1; **$ & */ 0 4 * ,= . @ & ''%()5 faithful donkey companion set out to res- %%)()% 3 51 @? 6 6) )= , B 6 ;? * 59 9 - F77 cue a beautiful princess. Voices of Mike Meyers, Eddie Murphy (2h) $%$()- 5 ! 6&%IIJ(6 / = 9 . 1 0 7 &%IIJ(1 # . 3\ +++ Iron Jawed Angels %)% )$("5 1* K+ * + K / :!D*/ :! > - (2003,Drama) Defiant activists put their %%#)'* * ;* / 5 / 5 34 54 / 5#64 / 5 34 54 lives at risk to help women win the right %(*)*' 4 3 L *3* 12 3 L *3* to vote. Vera Farmiga, Anjelica Huston (2h) %,()%# !. 9 , ? 6* +- '; * 7 :! 9 $!) *) :!#2 1 1 #2 :!1611 7:30 PM %)')$' 8 @ / 4* 9 / 5 4 4* 9 / 5 0\ Beauté américaine (1999,Comédie %''%'' # ) ' 9 ) ? 9 dramatique) Un père décide de ne plus %'+%#- 9 + @? & & @ 335?* faire ce que lui disent sa femme et sa 31 "@6 &%IP:( */ )D* )D* 5 =>' / 5 * * 33 fille. Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening 35 - , -K, )D* @ 4 >!&%II:(@ , , (2h30) ((((,$ 39; $'"/ M6% * . 8:00 PM 4\ ++ Picture Perfect )##(-' 1 @ # * 3= . 9 + + ** N,/ + 9 @ # * 5 5 (1997,Romance) A young advertising (($(,# 3 5 6 9 0< )0+ 3 ; # $! executive pretends she’s engaged in an ((#(,' 35.5 $ ''9 * ): 9 * 4 / . 9 & ''%(4* attempt to get a promotion. Jennifer %(,(-% 5 . 4. 9** 9 1D* #, 4 @ ? 03 .0 , ,*F? . +- Aniston, Jay Mohr (2h) GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD FILM FESTIVAL WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 17

Our Island, Our World Film Fest features

Welcome again to "Our Island, Our World." Our offerings this season truly conform to our name with several films by an island video artist who is internationally acclaimed, as well as a demonstration of biodiesel by fellow Salt February 14 & 15 at GISS Springers, Admission by donation and musical embellishment for our Saturday, February 14 Sunday, February 15 Saturday night Multipurpose Room Multipurpose Room feature by local • 10 am - 3 pm Seed & Plant Exchange • 10 am – 5 pm ‘Celebration of Community’ talent. • 7:30 pm Amandla! & The Intermission Café Add the Dance Room presence of Dance Room • 10 am The Flute Player • 10 am Amasong Chorus our Saturday • 11:20 am Street Nurse • 11:20 Disenchanted Forest seed and plant • 12:30 pm Totem: Return of the G’psgolox Pole • 12:45 The Silence of the Strings friends, our • 2:05 pm Talk Mogadishu: Media Under Fire • 2 pm Cosmic Africa vibrant • 3:20 pm It Takes a Child • 3:40 From Baghdad to Peace Country volunteer • 4:30 My Student Loan groups on Room 204 Sunday and • 10 am Winning Back Paradise Room 204 what do you • 11 am SOLID • 10 am One More Dead Fish have? — • 12:20 pm In Whose Interest? • 11:20 Breaking the Silence OUR ISLAND, • 1:20 pm My Terrorist • 12:45 Simon and I OUR WORLD! • 2:40 pm Dove Days • 2:05 pm A Child’s Century of War • 3:45 pm Plan Columbia • 3:25 Al Jazeera

Room 207 Room 207 • 10 am Pinochet’s Children 10 am Los Trabajadores • 11:20 am The Next Industrial Revolution 11:15 The Silent Scream Amandla! Revolution in • 12:40 pm Crapshoot 12:25 Choropampa Four Part Harmony • 2 pm In the Line of Fire 1:45 pm The Bottom Line The Saturday night feature Childcare • 2:45 pm Southern Comfort 3:05 Is the Crown at War With Us? provided for film takes place at 7:30 pm, in youngsters in Room 210 the Multipurpose Room at GISS Room S104 Room 210 throughout the • 10:30 am Dan Jason: National Seed Sanctuary • 12 noon Huge Bus Now day. Donations • 12 noon Banana Joe: Hardy Exotics • 2 pm Biodiesel Workshop appreciated. • 2 pm Caroline Herriot: Outstanding in Her Field Lunch available in the cafeteria, 12 noon to 2 pm GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD FILM FESTIVAL WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 18 ON SCREEN

A Child’s Century of War it. bring us stories that some people would prefer to keep Sunday 2:05 pm Cosmic Africa quiet. Journalists and filmmakers are sometimes caught in 88min. 2001 McNabb & Connolly Sunday 2 pm the crossfire, but now it seems that something more sinis- Director: Shelley Saywell 72 min. 2003 Aland Pictures ter may be going on. ‘In the Line of Fire’ investigates Narrator: Christopher Plummer Filmmakers: Craig and Damon Foster whether soldiers are deliberately firing on — and in some This film examines how modern war has increasingly vic- As a child Thebe Medupe built his first telescope in a cases, seriously injuring — journalists covering the Israeli- timized children. (Nine out of ten victims of war are civil- remote African village. Today, an astronomer, he embarks Palestinian conflict. ians – most of them children.) Orphans of two Chechen on an epic voyage where he discovers the ancient heart of wars, children growing up on the most dangerous street in the African cosmos and himself. We join Thebe on his In Whose Interest? the West Bank, and children abducted by the rebel forces celestial quest. A spectacular journey by multi award-win- Saturday 12:20 in Sierra Leone tell their stories. ning filmmakers who brought us ‘The Great Dance. 27 min. 2002 Bullfrog Films ’Beautiful cinematography! Filmmaker: David Kaplowitz Al Jazeera, Exclusive This film questions the effects of US foreign policy over Sunday 3:25 pm Crapshoot: The Gamble with Our Wastes the past 50 years. Revealing a pattern of intervention, the 60 min. 2003 McNabb& Connolly Saturday 12:40 film focuses on 53 min. 2003 NFB Director: Ben Anthony Guatemala,Vietnam, East Timor, El Salvador, and Founded in 1996, the Arab world’s first 24-hour news Director: Jeff McKay Palestine/Israel. Archival footage, photographs and media station was ignored in the west until it brought the world a A hazardous mix of wastes is flushed into the sewer every video of Osama Bin Laden. On assignment with the BBC, day. The billions of litres of water combined with unknown tidbits are dynamically interwoven with personal eye-wit- Ben Anthony gained exclusive access to Al Jazeera, follow- quantities of chemicals, solvents, heavy metals, human ness accounts. ing reporters into battle at the onset of the war withIraq, waste and food – where does it all go? ‘Crapshoot’ exam- reporting the war and the bombing of their headquarters, ines the problem in several countries and explores some Is the Crown at War With Us? from an Arab perspective. Some disturbing scenes. alternatives. Sunday 3:05 pm 96 min. 2002 NFB Amandla! Revolution in Four Part Dove Days; Journeys with Director: Alanis Obomsawin Harmony Pakistan’s Insan Street Theatre In 2000, the federal fishery officers appeared to be wag- Saturday 7:30 Saturday 2:40 pm ing war on the Mi’kmaq lobstermen of Burnt Church, New 103 min. 2002 47 min. 2002 McNabb & Connolly Brunswick. Alanis Obomsawin provides a context for the Director: Lee Hirsch Director: Barrie Kohen events on Miramichi Bay, building a persuasive defence of The power of song to communicate, motivate, console, Dove Days documents the poignant exchange between the Mi’kmaq position. Best Canadian Feature, Toronto unite and beget change is the heart of Amandla! A Pakistan’s phenomenal Insan Street Theatre troupe and International Film Festival. Revolution in Four-Part Harmony. Black South African Canadian high school teens The Street Theatre troupe is freedom music played a central role in the long battle comprised of former child labourers. Since Sept 11, 2001, the troupe has focussed on peace issues – even taking risks It Takes a Child against apartheid. Vivid, cinematography complements an Saturday 3:20 pm innovative narrative that combines original footage, breath- to perform in areas of Pakistan where they expected hostile 1998 taking musical numbers, archival and haunting re-enact- audiences. ments to celebrate the resilience of the human spirit Director: Judy Jackson throughout the decades-long struggle for freedom in South From Baghdad to Peace Country Craig Kielburger began his extraordinary fight against Africa. Renowned musicians who helped expose the suffer- Sunday 3:40 pm child labour when he was 12 years old. The film explores ing of black South Africa to the world include trumpeter 29 min. 2003 NFB the complex issue of working children (shot inIndia, Hugh Masekela, singer Miriam Makeba, pianist Abdullah Director: Sherry Lepage Brazil, Canada, the Phillipines) and looks at “Free The Ibrahim, and many others. Threaded throughout the film, In 1999, Canadian artist Deryk Houston travelled to wit- Children” – the international movement Craig and his rich and beautiful anthems take viewers on an extraordi- ness first-hand the impact of international sanctions on the schoolfriends founded. Eleven international awards. nary journey through the spiritual and physical reality of Iraqi people. Compelled to act, he embarked upon a unique nature art project designed to call attention to the life under apartheid. The music remains part of the fabric Los Trabajadores (The Workers) situation of the children of Iraq. This film follows the artist of the new South Africa. Audience Award and Freedom of as he works with his young son Sam to compose the largest Sunday 10 am Expression Award at the 2002 Sundance Film Festival. and most challenging of his works: a permanent mother- 48 min. 2001 New Day Films and-child sanctuary located in the Peace River country of Director: Heather Courtney Breaking the Silence: north-eastern BC. Juan from Nicaragua and Ramon from Mexico are two of Truth and Lies in the War on Terror the workers who take enormous risks as they leave families Sunday 11:20 am Huge Bus Now behind to get work in the US. Poignant personal stories of 60 min. 2003 Bullfrog Films Sunday 12 noon organizing among illegal immigrants. Audience Award, Filmmaker: John Pilger 90 min. 2003 SXSW Film Festival, Austin Texas Award-winning filmmaker and journalist John Pilger Director: Theodore Trout investigates George W. Bush’s “war on terror” and the real In the summer of 2001, Randall Hewett and a small My Student Loan motives behind it. In “liberated”Afghanistan, America has entourage travelled across Canada, from Sooke to St. Sunday4:30 pm its military base and pipeline access, while the people still John’s, Nfld. in a 1964 Detroit city bus equipped with a 40 min. 2003 Debt Ridden Productions have the warlords who are, says one woman, “in many diesel engine converted to run on used deep fat fryer oil. Director: Mike Johnston ways worse than the Taliban.” Their mission was to raise awareness and support for the Kyoto accord and bring fun to the people of Canada. They When Trent University graduate Mike Johnston graduated Choropampa: The Price of Gold ate out of dumpsters and returned home without having and found himself with a huge debt hanging over his head, Sunday 12:25 spent a single dime on fuel or food. They did however he decided to make a film about his student loan to pay off 30 min. 2001 Guarango Film and Video spend several thousand on booze and smokes. “It’s not his debts. Armed with a Canada Council grant, donated Directors: Ernesto Cabellos and Stephanie Boyd about what’s right. It’s about what’s left.” R.M. Hewett videotapes and borrowed camera equipment, Johnston set In June of 2000, a truck carrying flasks of mercury, a by- out to make a documentary that looks at the absurdities of product of gold mining, was descending the road from the US In the Line of Fire students wallowing in massive debt. owned Yanacocha gold mine past several small Peruvian Saturday 2 pm towns. One of the flasks leaked the poisonous substance on 20 min. 2003 McIntyre Media My Terrorist the road, where at least 1,000 local people were exposed to Journalists in conflict areas have always taken risks to Saturday 1:20 pm 58 min. 2002 Women Make Movies Director Yulie Cohen Gerstel In 1978, filmmaker Yulie Cohen Gerstel was wounded in a terrorist attack by the PLO of Palestine. Twenty-three years later Gerstel began questioning the causes of violence between Israelis and Palestinians and started to consider & ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT GULF ISLANDSAE DRIFTWOOD WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 PAGE 19

ARTFULLY CREATED: Liam Sinclair is seen with his painting “Cabin by the Water,” which is part of a children’s art show called Artfully Off in All Directions. The show runs until February 15 in the ArtSpring gallery. Photo by Derrick Lundy

Latin-Caribbean fest heats up hall This Valentine’s Saturday Moises taking over at 9 p.m. ties as we generate a grass- styles of music, dance, art, will see the first of many festi- Advance tickets and reser- roots movement that will drama, poetry and other tra- vals put on by Duncan-based vations are available through encourage the gathering of ditional forms of culture. Roots’N’Culture, beginning StarBooks, Acoustic Planet, all cultures,” she said. “At these fun-filled events with a Latin-Caribbean Dance and Roots‘N’Culture in Another goal is to honour we all enthusiastically cele- at Mahon Hall. Duncan (250-701-0821). past musicians, civil rights brate life and our cultural People can hear the best Roots’N’Culture is an arts leaders, tribal peoples and differences in a very warm, salsa, merengue, Latin pop, and entertainment production local activists. Throughout friendly and social atmo- reggae, soca, calypso and headed by Virginia Isaac. the year, Roots’N’Culture sphere,” said Isaac. stillpan music when two DJs “Our objective is to help organizes several highly The Valentine’s dance at spin the tunes. DJ FX has eradicate stereotypes and energized events celebrating Mahon Hall is an “all-ages” the 3-7 p.m. shift, with DJ racism from our communi- African Latin-Caribbean event.

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The new Walker Hook Jill Louise Campbell will our own island life.” Press material says paintings will be available be unveiling three new She has been challenged Campbell’s galleries on Salt as limited edition prints and impressionist-style paint- in the past year to keep her Spring and in Victoria also smaller decorator ings called Romantic pace of painting up to the “resemble a mini travel- prints and cards. The Secrets of a Beautiful speed of her travels. ogue.” images can also be viewed Island at an open public In the last 12 months, “The recent Venetian at www.jlcgallery.com. reception this Saturday Campbell has been to Tibet, paintings merge buildings Further details on the from 1 to 3 p.m. China, Venice, Italy, and the with architectural elements weekend reception can be The event takes place in American southwest. She in a vibrant mix of colours . obtained from 537-1589. PERFORMANCE IN THE PARK: Undertaking “live art,” these masked artists rolled, danced, stood motionless and flashed signs to passersby in Centennial Park last week. Photo by Derrick Lundy GISS jazz band nails fourth spot Senior jazz musicians Judges gave little NTINE’S D from Gulf Islands response to Dorian Roop’s LE AY Sunday Night Secondary School (GISS) impressive beatboxing or A ! took a surprise fourth place made much fanfare for Ed V at the Surrey Jazzfest last Perkins, who “nailed” the Tom Hooper, Suzannewith Little, weekend. bass for Take Six’s Mary, Moby’s Jazz “I was shocked,” said said Smith. GISS music teacher Bruce The GISS teacher was Matt Johnson Smith. also left feeling flat after 7pm “I had thought we had adjudicators only gave Laundry done quite well and in fact pointers to the senior jazz as soon as we had finished band following their smooth ` “Planet playing I told the band, ‘I offering. don’t care what the adjudi- “We performed Hugh Music” cators say,’ that their perfor- Fraser’s Thank You Very $5 a load FRIDAY mance was outstanding.” Much with various solos But he didn’t expect the from Ed Perkins, Addi islanders to rank in the top Perkins, Geoff Cronin and 537-5559 • 124 UPPER GANGES RD., AT THE HEAD OF GANGES HARBOUR www.mobyspub.com four against 39 other phe- Zoë Guigeno. Then we did a nomenal jazz bands. ballad entitled Gentle Piece “Surrey Jazzfest is the with beautiful lines from biggest and longest-running Garrett Macdonell and Ed The Wheels provincial festival in the Perkins, followed by country,” Smith said. Making Whoopee with the And adjudicators gave lit- outstanding and ‘one and of Love Go Round! tle indication of how only’ Fiona Kennedy, (who favourably they viewed the also performed with the young islanders, he said. provincial rep band with In senior jazz choir per- Garrett Macdonell and formances Thursday, neither Simon Millerd from Caroni Young nor Fiona Semiahmoo). We thought 2. She Kennedy were acknowl- we had done a great job and edged for their fine solos. then came the adjudication 1. He loves drives — well it was not a great trucks trucks one again.” The band came home a day early and missed the REYNOLDS announcement of their suc- 3. She loves CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING cess until Smith received a flowers congratulations call from a 4. He loves Semiahmoo grandparent. With our amazing Unofficially, he heard her many favourable comments new technology from the Jazzfest audience, including praise from Diana your carpets will Krall’s music teacher. 6. 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Tests disclosed Commonwealth Scholarship EYES severe disc damage which to Leeds University in WITH PAT GOULD necessitated an operation. The England, learn to read, write disc problem was real, as was and converse in Mandarin, Middle East and Europe, sub- with UBC degrees in hand, the cancerous growth found teach English throughout the sisting on sporadic English- the couple set up their own on his spine. Months of dras- Far East, amass a vast inven- tutoring jobs which provided consulting business. They hol- tic chemo and radiation treat- tory of objects d’art and sur- a “sparse but adequate idayed a few times on Salt ment took its toll. The judo vive spinal cancer? Glad you income” while continuing to Spring and . . . you know how champ was ready to admit asked. compete in judo competitions it plays out . . . fell in love defeat. Not so Margaret, who Roy Rajsic — who now wherever/whenever the with the ambience, rented a had no intention of giving him operates the RainCoast West opportunity arose. In Tokyo, house here and conducted up. business next to Embe Bakery where his travels began, he their business from home. When the treatments were in Ganges — was a preco- immersed himself in Japanese Idealistic, until the 1980s eco- completed they moved back cious lad (a.k.a. “unruly”) culture, which he loved, and nomic slump persuaded them to Salt Spring — this time to bored with schooling. He alle- earned a black belt in judo to accept a lucrative contract stay — and here, slowly, viated that boredom by fre- (which he also loved.) with Canada Post. They painfully, but surely, Roy quently skipping his Grade 10 While teaching in Bangkok moved to Ottawa. recovered. classes to hitchhike miles in he became the only foreigner If you absolutely have to Margaret: “If it hadn’t been either direction — just to win the Thai National Judo live in Ottawa, it’s advisable for that disc, the cancer because — until he was Championship. His passion to have a compelling interest wouldn’t have been found and expelled. When sufficiently for the sport would have dra- that will distract your atten- Roy would not be here today.” “punished” he was invited to matic consequences in the tion from the weather. The Serendipity? Maybe. return to school, an offer he future. Rajsics chose collecting. Back to the collection. (And declined, opting to spend the In 1969, a 32-year-old Roy Ottawa and environs and you thought I’d forgotten.) next year at home devouring a returned to Canada and the nearby Quebec proved ideal Only so much can be dis- book a day. classroom. After scoring high hunting grounds for discern- played in a 2,000-square-foot When that palled, and, no marks in the entrance exam ing eyes: antiques auctions, home. Roy opened RainCoast doubt, with encouragement (he omitted mention of a flea markets, garage sales . . . from his parents, he added a West where, reluctantly, he Grade 10 education) he was you name it; they found it. continues to downsize their year to his age (15) and admitted to the University of The collection grew. signed on as a stoker on one collection. Margaret vows Western Ontario. (Remember Fast forward five years. On they have sworn off treasure- of the Great Lakes freighters. The Tortoise and The Hare?) a snowy 30-degree-below hunting and have joined Shovelling a full ton of coal A year later he transferred March day Margaret per shift was worth it to the to UBC where he majored in announced “enough was “Antique Buyers’ adventurous teenager with Political Science, with Asian enough!” She would return to Anonymous.” “worldly” ports of call in the Studies as a minor. He then Vancouver and cultivate daf- Just don’t show either of industrial American centres them that adorable porcelain applied for and was granted a fodils while continuing her ANTIQUE BUYERS ANONYMOUS: Roy Rajsic bordering the lakes as a Commonwealth Scholarship end of the business. Roy wise- Buddah you’ve got in the reward. Strathroy, Ontario attic. They already have sever- opened RainCoast West in an effort to downsize a to Leeds University in ly concurred. They both beloved collection of antiques from around the was never like this. England. After becoming pro- returned. al. His next move was to ficient in Mandarin he attend- Six months after happily [email protected]. world. Photo by Derrick Lundy Toronto. After a crash course ed the London School of (no pun intended) in roller- Oriental and African Studies. skating, a requisite for work Roy then returned to UBC for with Canadian Tire megas- a Master’s Degree in Adult tores, he was hired, eventually Education where, in the same becoming manager of one faculty, he met Margaret, his store. Six years later he retired wife-to-be. the roller skates to take a What’s all this got to do computer course offered by with collecting antiques? Stay I.B.M., and became a systems with me. Roy and Margaret analyst for an insurance com- were strolling along XOX pany. But this was the ‘60s, Vancouver’s 4th Avenue one (Trudeau, Nixon, Vietnam) balmy evening, enroute to when searching for “the dinner at a restaurant — a rare meaning of life” amongst the treat for penurious students. disenchanted under-30s was Margaret stopped to admire a de rigueur. Our hero decided wood carving in an antique to turn his back on the corpo- shop window while Roy rate life, take up judo and go ogled a small oil painting. Too to Japan for a “couple of extravagant, they agreed, and months.” He returned to continued on their way. After Canada four years later. progressing a few feet they In an e-mail (he writes lyri- turned back, as one, revisited cally, which suggests another the shop and purchased both path to be taken on his eclec- pieces. They ended up eating tic travels) he described four hamburgers in Margaret’s tiny years of adventures in the flat. Kindred spirits. Orient, Southeast Asia, In 1979, now married and ‘Everything-amazing’ auction seeks donations The Victoria-area chapter of a learning disabilities group has its eye on Gulf Islands art and business. Donations for the Islands’ Best Charity Dinner and Auction are being requested by the Learning Disabilities Association of B.C., South Vancouver Island chapter. Salt Spring “Gum Boots” “Wellies” from Spain Theme of the live and silent auction component of the February 27 event at Laurel Point Inn is “art, adventure Hand painted by islander, Designed by and everything amazing,” said auction committee chair Kirstie Shoolbraid Tamara Henriques Laurie Rubin. While items valued at $500 or more are especially welcomed, various contributions are often combined as pack- Give her the best in the world! ages for bidding. Broadcaster Robin Adair and celebrity auctioneer and businessman John McVie are event hosts. Rubin notes that some Gulf Islands residents use the services of the learning disabilities group. For more information, contact Rubin at (250) 995-2696 or by e-mail at [email protected]. For questions about the association’s programs and ser- Ganges vices, call executive director Helen Parker at (250) 370- Harbour Building Open 7 days a week 537-5551 9513. 22 L WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD Playing with genre foils campion film: In the Cut In the ent. In the Cut eventually Cut is an fails because it isn’t exciting erotic enough to be a thriller and thriller not subtextually consistent directed FLICK PICK enough to have much intel- by Jane WITH JASON TUDOR lectual or artistic merit. Campion But for film people, (The Campion’s efforts are actual- Piano, Holy Smoke!) that is of sexual candour and ly quite fascinating. She cre- mostly interesting but ulti- splashy gore. The film ates the most malevolent por- mately frustrating. achieved a fair amount of trayal of Manhattan I’ve seen An almost unrecognizably controversy just for having in a while; women are always brunette Meg Ryan stars as chick-flick staple Ryan buck scurrying from place to place, Frannie, a poetry professor naked and willing, but for constantly gazed upon by the those of us older than 12, this living in Manhattan’s East desires of aggressive males. Drummer Yasmin gets in the beat of a Bob Marley birthday isn’t much of an impetus to FLASHBACK: Village. Frannie herself is desirous celebration held Friday night at Beaver Point Hall. The Full Moon Dance was When a severed head is bother with a movie. — so much so she ignores found in Frannie’s garden, In the Cut could be consid- Malloy’s apparent guilt in also a fundraiser for the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Photo by Derrick Lundy homicide detective Malloy ered a genre film, a sort of favour of feeling his skilled (Mark Ruffalo) arrives to ask measured response to the hands upon her body. questions. Malloy’s tough cheesy but entertaining Is In the Cut a feminist and brash demeanour sets off excesses of flesh-fests like film? Yes, but not in that something in her heretofore 1992’s Basic Instinct. In angry and simplistic way you A big tin chocolate cake cocooned sexuality, and the many ways it is as trashy as find on college campuses. Cake two embark on a torrid affair. said standard-issue thriller, Campion is well aware of the The killer is still on the but Campion absolutely loads contradictions in female 2 c. flour loose, however, and Frannie it with so much metaphor desire, and Ryan helps out 2 c. brown sugar quickly begins to doubt that every shot is like a with a carefully nuanced per- 1 c. butter Freud’s companion to 6 tbsp. cocoa LET’S EAT Malloy’s intentions. formance. Our position WITH LINDA KOROSCIL Subtlety has never been Where’s Waldo? watching the film becomes 1 c. water Campion’s style. She revels The problem for films that not that of a judge, but of a 1/2 c. buttermilk in the down and dirty, and In play with genre conventions casually disinterested observ- 2 eggs, beaten the Cut contains all manner is that they are often incoher- er. 1 tsp. baking soda 3/4 lb. icing sugar pour over dry ingredients 1 tsp. vanilla chopped nuts and mix well. Mix buttermilk, eggs, baking soda and Icing Preheat oven to 400 vanilla and add. Pour into 1/3 c. butter degrees F. Sift flour and greased jellyroll pan and 1/4 c. cocoa sugar together. Bring butter, bake 20 minutes. During the 5 tbsp. milk cocoa and water to a boil, last five minutes of baking aterfront Charmer time, prepare icing. Bring butter, cocoa and milk to a boil and mix in sifted icing W sugar. Let cake cool slightly and spread icing over top. Sprinkle with nuts of your STRESS DISORDERS ARE DISORDERS OF THE choice. MINDY/BODY RELATIONSHIP. This is a yummie choco- • Migraine and tension headache lately dessert to serve warm • High blood pressure with vanilla ice cream or • Cardiac Arrhythmias whipped cream. Just in time • Myofascial pain • Anxiety/Panic disorders for Valentine’s Day. (If you For more information call: 537-3552 cut the pieces small you “KEEPING YOUR BODY IN MIND” won’t feel nearly as guilty about those calories!)

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The orphans learn the vital skills they need to survive when they are later released into helping release the man who almost killed her, Fahad situation and present positive and practical steps taken to protected rainforest. Merit Awards, International Wildlife Mihyi. Compelling! Jerusalem Film Festival, Special Jury deal with it. SOLID is Saltspring Organization for Life Film Festival, Missoula. Prize, 2002. Improvement & Development. One More Dead Fish Southern Comfort The Flute Player Sunday 10 am Saturday 2:45 pm 90 min. 2001 Q Ball Productions Saturday 10 am 52 min. 2003 InterPositive Media 53 min. 2003 Over the Moon Productions Directors: Allan and Stefan Forbes Director: Kate Davis Director: Jocelyn Glatzer Welcome to Barrington Passage, Nova Scotia, where Tony Robert Eads began life as a female, married and had two Cunningham and five of his friends have barricaded them- sons, before finally transitioning into the heterosexual man Arn Chorn-Pond, at the age of 9, was thrust into the darkness selves in a Federal building for 25 days. These men are that he always felt he really was. In a bitter irony, however, of the Killing Fields. He avoided death by playing pro-govern- handliners, the most environmentally friendly fishermen on Eads died of cervical and ovarian cancer—(after 20 doc- ment propaganda songs on his flute. Two decades later, he earth. They warn that bottom trawlers are destroying the tors refused him medical treatment) —betrayed, as he travels from his home in the US to the back streets of Phnom- puts it, by the last part of himself that was still female. The fragile ocean bottom, and throwing away 30 million tons of Penh to revive Cambodia’s traditional music. film challenges endless stereotypes while forging a new fish each year! “A powerful portrayal of a community fight- culture of gender. Grand Jury Prize, Sundance Film Festival ing back: filmmaker Michael Moore. 2001. The Next Industrial Revolution Saturday 11:20 am Pinochet’s Children Street Nurse 55 min. 2001 McNabb & Connolly Saturday 10 am Saturday 11:20 am Directors: Chris Bedford & Shelley Morhaim 60 min. 2003 German Film and Television Academy 45 min. 2002 McNabb & Connolly Director: Paula Rodriguez While some environmental observers predict doomsday, Bill Director: Shelley Saywell Alejandro Goic was sixteen, Enrique Paris, twelve, and McDonough sees humanity taking nature itself as our guide, Cathy Crowe visits the habitats of the homeless, tending Carolina Tohá, eight years old, when General Pinochet reinventing technical enterprises to be as safe and ever-renew- to their blistered feet, infected wounds and often fragile seized power in Chile on September 11, 1973. During the ing as natural processes. McDonough and his partner, chemist psyches. She helps find night shelter for them when tem- coup Alejandro and Carolina lost their fathers, and all Michael Braungart, are visionary thinkers. three lost their innocence and their youth. And eventually peratures reach lethally low levels. Her passionate advoca- all went on to become powerful student leaders in the cy on behalf of the homeless has brought her into the spot- light in Toronto. The Silent Scream tumultuous eighties. A remarkable film Sunday 11:15 am Plan Colombia: Talk Mogadishu: Media Under Fire 45 min. 2002 McNabb & Connolly Cashing in on the Drug War Failure Saturday 2:05 pm Hidden cameras are used to give voice to the Saturday 3:45 pm 2003 Revolutionary Association of the Women of Afghanistan 58 min. 2003 Free Will Productions Director: Judy Jackson (RAWA.) Women were granted equal rights by law in 1964 Directors: Gerard Ungerman & Audrey Brohy The story of three Canadian Somali refugees who, in the and enjoyed relative freedom during the 1970s. Since the face of chaos and devastation, return to Somalia to create Narrator: Ed Asner American bombing, the plight of women has not the HornAfrik radio and TV station in Mogadishu. Through 20 years of drug wars in the Andes have actually improved. Some disturbing scenes. increased cocaine imports to the US. Could there be ulteri- talk shows they provide a unique opportunity for the voice- or motives? This film sheds light on the drug trafficking, less thousands to speak out without being silenced by the civil struggle and the impact of a multi-billion dollar aid brutal rule of the warlords. Totem: Return of the G’psgolox Pole package delivered to the brutal Colombian military. Oil has Saturday 12:30 become a significant factor in the equation. The Amasong Chorus: Singing Out 70 min. 2003 NFB Sunday 10 am Director: Gil Cardinal Silence of the Strings: 55 min. 2002 Jay Rosenstein In 1929, the Haisla people of northwestern BC returned A Community Movement for Music Director: Jay Rosenstein from a fishing trip to find a 9-metre-high totem pole, known as Sunday 12:45 Meet Kristina Boerger of Champaign,Illinois. She formed the G’psgolox pole, severed at the base and removed from their the award-winning Amasong Chorus, a Lesbian/Feminist 48 min. 2002 Moving Images village. The Haisla recently discovered the pole in aStockholm Filmmakers: Sher Morgan and Sherry Lepage choir dedicated to the pursuit of choral excellence within When trustees in Victoria, BC cut a long-established and an atmosphere that celebrates all forms of women’s devo- museum where it is considered state property by the Swedish highly successful elementary school orchestra program to tion to their communities. Amasong Chorus members government. The film traces the fascinating journey of the balance their budget, high school students took to the explore their personal needs for expression and mutual Haisla to reclaim the traditional mortuary pole with compelling streets with a Save Our Strings campaign. These energetic support. Most enjoyable! interviews, striking imagery and rare footage of master carvers students led a two-year battle, emerging not only as pas- as they create a replica pole for the Stockholm museum. The sionate artists, but as articulate, critical, self-empowered The Bottom Line: film raises provocative questions about the ownership and young leaders. Anyone who questions the connection Privatizing the World meaning of Aboriginal objects held in museums. between music, the arts and civil society should see this Sunday1:45 pm film. 52 min. 2002 Filmoption International Director: Carole Poliquin Winning Back Paradise Simon and I ‘The Bottom Line’ invites us to reflect on the “common Saturday 10 am Sunday 12:45 good” notion which is threatened both by the decreasing 37 min. 2002 Journeyman Pictures 52 min. 2001 Women Make Movies role of the State and the prevailing trend to patent every- Director: Nick Lazaredes Director: Bev Ditsie thing that belonged to society for generations. We travel Since the mid-70s, Diego Garcia has been home to a military Simon & I recounts the lives of two giants in the South from Canada to the US, Mexico, France, Brazil and India to base, housing aircraft used in the Gulf War and African gay and lesbian liberation movement, Simon Nkoli, explore the consequences of corporations’ voracious Afghanistan. Until the end of the1960s, islanders enjoyed a rel- a political activist and the filmmaker herself, Bev Ditsie. appetite for profits. atively trouble-free existence as subjects of the British The story is narrated by Bev as she charts their relationship through good times and bad against a backdrop of intense Empire. This changed when Britain negotiated a deal to sell the The Disenchanted Forest island to the US for a “thieves’ ransom.” Thousands of political activism and the HIV/AIDS crisis. Sunday 11:20 am 52 min. 2001 McNabb and Connolly islanders were rounded up and displaced from their home- SOLID Director: Sarita Siegel land. This film chronicles the islanders’ fight for compensation Saturday 11 am Narrator: Brook Shields and the right to return. 30 min. 2003 Director: Gary McNutt Three short films call our attention and hopefully our action to the devastating effects of HIV/AIDS, particularly in South Africa. ‘A Walk in the Park’, ‘Maxi’s House’ and ‘You Can’t Eat Flowers’ offer clear images of the severity of the 24 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 FILM FESTIVAL GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD Saturday Night Feature: Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony Saturday, February 14, 7:30 pm in the Multipurpose Room at GISS

This year we celebrate the music of Africa with the award winning film Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part Harmony. Black South African freedom music played a central role in the long battle against apartheid. Rich and beautiful anthems take viewers on an extraordinary journey through the spiritual and physical life under apartheid and to the joyous celebration when Nelson Mandela was set free. As you enter GISS you will be greeted by the ancient and spiritual music of Zimbabwe played on mbira by Chris and Christina. And because it’s Valentine’s Day, and because we might feel like dancing, immediately after our discussion of the film the Ruwadzano marimba band will give us live music to enjoy! Festival highlights for The Power of Music Festival highlights The stories we offer through films from around for Saturday, February 14 Sunday, February 15 the world are stories of people who are inventing • Visit the Intermission Café and Celebration of and re-inventing their social environment, their • The festival starts at 10 am with 'The Seed & Plant Community in the Multipurpose Room. realities and their futures. They are the dreamers Exchange' in the Multipurpose room and international • International films are playing continuously in who find a myriad of ways to imagine a better films running continuously in three venues. world. • Lunch available in the cafeteria from 12 noon to 2 three venues. For many of us who are blessed with the capaci- pm. • Lunch available in the cafeteria from 12 noon to 2 ty to hear, music is as important in our lives as the • Judy Jackson’s films in the Drama Room at 2 pm. pm. air we breathe. Whether we make our own music • Saturday evening we present Amandla! Revolution • Biodiesel workshop in Room 210 at 2 pm. or listen to the music of others, music has the in Four Part Harmony and live music with Ruwadzano. • The festival winds up at 5 pm. capacity to reach us on an emotional level like little else. The struggle against apartheid in South 9th Annual Seedy Saturday: “A Growing Sanctuary” Africa was influenced by the music of the people and the music was influenced by the struggle. The Seed Exchange Table provides a unique chance Visit the 25 exhibits of open-pollinated, non-GE, her- The film Amandla! Revolution in Four Part to access hundreds of different locally adapted seeds itage seeds, plants, trees and other gardening acces- Harmony gives us a rare opportunity to hear and keep the genes flowing! sories. from some of the musicians who played a role in Bring your own to swap or purchase them for Learn about sustainability options, hardy exotics, the overthrowing the regime of apartheid. In The $1/pkg. Heritage Seed Program and more! Flute Player we learn about the movement to revive traditional music in Cambodia as a critical part of the healing process for many who survived the regime of the Khmer Rouge. In The Silence of the Strings we meet a dynamic group of high school students in Victoria, BC who lead an inspiring campaign to save the ele- Making Biodiesel Workshop Recent years have seen growing numbers of per- mentary school orchestra program. In The Sunday 2 pm toxic than using fossil sons in need of some kind of support. Volunteer Amasong Chorus: Singing Out the power of Room 210 fuels. groups on our island fill many needs and bestow music to build community and bridge differences A small batch of The small demonstra- uncounted benefits. Inviting their displays at our is celebrated. Music can move us to tears or biodiesel will be made tion refinery is made festival is our way of acknowledging their generosi- transport us into joy. before your very eyes. from recycled materials ty and importance to the community. All over the world, hope shines through the Starting from waste and may lead to a larger The following organizations will be featured in action taken by ordinary people who dare to con- deep fryer oil and two co-op u-brew type setup. our Celebration of Community: front global forces with the strength of their own hardware-store chemi- If interested and/or Kairos, Beads of Hope, Ssplash, Lions Club, visions. Together they conspire to create alterna- cals we will produce unable to attend, please Ometepe Gulf Islands Friendship Association, tive futures. good fuel for any diesel contact Bob Stuart, 537- Peace Works!, Planned Parenthood, NDP, Raging This festival is in their honour. engine. The exhaust not 4315, or Joan Werner Grannies, SaltSpringers for Safe Foods, only smells good, it is less 537-0094. Schizophrenic’s Support Group, SOLID, SS Community Housing and Land Trust Society,SS Seed Intermission Café runs this Saturday Sanctuary,SS Concerned Citizens Coalition, SSI Back by popular demand is the Intermission Café opportunity to mingle with the wonderful folk that fre- Conservancy,Voice of Women, Copper Kettle, SSI in the Multipurpose Room Sunday, February 15, quent the festival not only as viewers, but as partici- Community Service, and more. from 10 am to 5 pm. pants in the many active groups that volunteer on our The café provides beverages and snacks and the island. A big thank-you to: The Driftwood; Tim and John of Island Star Video; PARC; staff of G.I.S.S. and the School WORLD COMMUNITY ILM ESTIVAL Board Facilities; Al Irving, Chef; Ted Baker; Elders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints; Ometepe Coffee; Anna Proudly sponsoring the 5th annual Squier; and to the many volunteers who helped in so many ways. WORLD COMMUNITY FILM FESTIVAL DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION SOCIETY ostering community awareness on Festival Sponsorship: The festival is orga- development issues and the links nized by the Salt Spring Celebration Coalition and co-spon- The Garden(growers of SS Living Lettuce) between local and global concerns. sored by the Traveling World Community Film Festival and the Jane Squier 537-5467 250/337-5412 Courtenay, BC Island Natural Growers. The Celebration Coalition is: Bob WWW.WORLDCOMMUNITY.CA Wild, Jane Squier, Maggie Schubart, Marg Simons and Greg CELEBRATING & BUILDING COMMUNITY Watson. GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD WHAT’S ON TV WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 25 !!"# d\ ++++ The Terminator (1984,Sci- Fi) A cyborg is sent from the future to kill $%&& $%'& (%&& (%'& "&%&& "&%'& ""%&& ""%'& ")%&& ")%'& "%&& "%'& )%&& )%'& '%&& '%'& a woman destined to give birth to a liber- ator. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda )*& Hamilton (2h) +&&+)" , -./ 0 ,12, 3 !" 4 f\ ++ Is Paris Burning? (1966,War) 3 " #$ #$! % &' ( ) * + & " % ' ! Leaders of the French resistance struggle ,-. ) )/ 0/! ) /! ) )/ / , to regain control of Paris near the end of ''&'5( 6 , WWII. Jean-Paul Belmondo, Charles )**'#$ 7 -* " ) $-12 . 32 ! # 12! . ' .) . '#$ Boyer (3h30) )*'')" " " " * + " 4 *0%+ 82 1 9:00 PM )*"''+, 9 56 # '6 # '6 # 6 # 3\ +++ Nicholas Nickleby **''$' 6 (# ) &7 * 8 !&9 ,# ! 1 2 :)"12 2 ! 61 # * 2 (2002,Drama) A young man struggles to "&" ! *9 2 ) ; & < & 1 + / 1 ! save his loved ones from his uncle’s abu- sive exploitation. 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William #""'(& 0 2 )@ / 6# 2 - % )@ / Baldwin, John Leguizamo (1h35) '')'$" 6 !: E . ' .) 9:30 PM r\ +++ Cape Fear (1991,Thriller) A 5,BB? # * )1 / 7 ))# 1#) 7 ))# 1#) 2 ''"'$& 6:: hardened criminal threatens the family of *'$'(* :- 1 # 6 ' < &+# + %&' $-12 7 <$ 9 #1R / the lawyer who deliberately put him in jail. Robert De Niro, Nick Nolte (2h15) , !!"# 10:50 PM o\ +++ Westworld (1973,Western)

*%&& *%'& #%&& #%'& +%&& +%'& 5%&& 5%'& $%&& $%'& (%&& (%'& "&%&& "&%'& ""%&& ""%'& When a futuristic resort malfunctions, two )*& & B IB '# 61< ;) J(&K " !) / 2 $ ") vacationers find themselves pursued by gunmen. Yul Brynner, Richard Benjamin E 4 . 43 $ %1 /12 6 1 98 +&&+)" (1h30) 3 ! !2 / B; "+#$ 61 $ . .-AA< ' ) ! '% I&' $- "+#$ 11:15 PM ''&'5( 6 , # 32' ,-. /$! ' )1 !( 1 &DB - E 2 3\ + National Lampoon’s Van Wilder )**'#$ 7 / / 6* 6 .; 5 "J 1 + )1 !( 1 # !! 29 -" (2001,Comedy) A college student re- )*'')" 2 4 AAE< ( 22 /$! ' &DB - " + 6 $%&' E examines his life when a journalist investigates his lifestyle. Ryan Reynolds, Tara )*"''+, 9 E '6 # ,6 ,6 12 6 ' ! 1 / 1# E $ Reid (1h45) * 2 B6 ) %; )@ / )1 !%1 "JJ17 2 ! # /. **''$' 6 11:30 PM "&" ! & 6 < ( ! + 8 AAA, + 2! < + . 1 0\ +++ Des anges et des insectes **#'#* 6:0 7 . ., ,9 6 7 ! ' . # / * ! '' 6 /1 ! ! (1995,Drame) Un naturaliste découvre )*)'#( * # #$ + #$ #$ . , 9;?# ( J#$ % des secrets troublants sur sa belle- *#* #)' !:)) 6 AA /7 ( AA/7 ( + famille. Mark Rylance, Kristin Scott- Thomas (2h) **"#&+ 7 * 2 D 2AA* 2AA* 11:45 PM *'+#+& 9 # 2! # 2! ! / # 2! # 2! ! / r\ +++ Mad Dog and Glory *$'#*" % 1 7 !. /+ 6 K ? " % , , L+ .28 < 9;2 L+ I 0 3 (1993,Drama) An officer does a favour for *#&#)& = < &+ :6 + &+ :6 + a gangster and is repaid with the gift of a *&&*&& ( ( ) 2! J*+ ,-- % ). ' 2! woman for a week. Robert De Niro, Bill Murray (2h) *&5*"( !. )H& )*1 7 !%.) 2 #$ 2 2 2 MONDAY, FEB 16 60 #J ,AA31# 1 8 6:00 PM 6: BKK D6 - # J1 1"J2 + D ! . @A55< 0 1 3\ ++++ The Quiet American ''''$) 6.> E9;9 E/! 12 12 % ,6 B 12 ! 1 ) 4-32 0. (2002,Drama) A British reporter vies #""'(& 0 61 &+ / 2 $ # " 6 12 / 2 $ # " 6 12 against a young American for the affec- '')'$" 6 !: .%-; )1 5 9;?# ( E )!! tions of a Vietnamese woman. Michael Caine, Brendan Fraser (2h) /+ ' ,BB? 61 $ "J 1 + ) # !! E "7 ''"'$& 6:: r\ ++++ Dirty Dancing *'$'(* :(!+ $-12 < 1 2 ! (62 C 2'' )1. &' 2 (1987,Dance) While on vacation, a girl discovers love and romance with the local dance instructor. Patrick Swayze, Jennifer Grey (2h) 8:00 PM e\ Snow Day (2000,Family) After a snow storm, a group of students hi-jack a plow to keep the school closed. Chevy RECYCLING & WASTE SERVICE Chase, Chris Elliott (2h) LAURIE’S f\ + Marine Life (2001,Drama) A young girl tries to accept her bizarre extended family while learning about life. DROP-OFF: 8am - 5pm Monday thru Saturday Cybill Shepherd, Peter Outerbridge (2h) k\ ++ Jurassic Park III (2001,Sci-Fi) Next to Ganges Village Market CALL 653-9279 A wealthy couple trick a scientist into vis- iting an island populated by dinosaurs. PICK-UP: Commercial & Residential Sam Neill, William H. Macy (2h) 9:00 PM Large Clean-ups & Recycling o\ +++ Witness (1985,Crime Story) A detective is sent to an Amish communi- AN ISLAND FAMILY SINCE 1861 ty to protect a young boy who witnessed a murder. Harrison Ford, Kelly McGillis **Please note: Due to lack of storage space, the “Art Thing” pictures are for sale, by donation, Mon. thru Sat. Many thanks to those supplying the (1h30) pictures and those supporting our local charities, Core Inn, Greenwoods & Lady Minto. 10:00 PM Laurie & Nancy Hedger r\ +++ Jailhouse Rock (1957,Musical) A man in jail for manslaughter learns to sing and play the guitar, and becomes a success. Elvis : , !!"+ Presley, Judy Tyler (2h) 3\ + Saved by the Belles *%&& *%'& #%&& #%'& +%&& +%'& 5%&& 5%'& $%&& $%'& (%&& (%'& "&%&& "&%'& ""%&& ""%'& (2003,Comedy/Drama) A pair of club )*& # H # 12 )%! / 2 R1 # * # I I > ( kids find an amnesiac boy and decide to +&&+)" E? . + > 8 ! % 1 # &* ;12 + help him find his identity. Brian Charbonneau, Karen Simpson (1h30) 3 # $ $-& 2 M 6 + "+ 2 ! 1 1 E <& 11:30 PM ''&'5( 6 , B2 *' ,-. K @ % %! &$ )+ < E <& 3\ +++ Auto Focus )**'#$ 7 ( 'B &+ 6 .; 9 9 C :( &$ 29 6 (2002,Biography) The story of “Hogan’s )*'')" B7 #$ %+ # )!! G/ ( # B -1 Heroes” star Bob Crane, and his darker )*"''+, 9 B2 *' "# #?G % %! % )+ < personal life. Greg Kinnear, Willem Dafoe (1h45) **''$' 6 ) 7 ! >1 " 2 %; )@ / )1 !"J2 6J / (' TUESDAY, FEB 17 "&" ! # /! 3 / $ / 1 ) 7 ! . B # O I / 6:00 PM ? **#'#* 6:0 . I 7 ! ! 2#$ +B < '&+ ( (( . # 3\ + A Passage to Ottawa )*)'#( < * +! ( * 32 + ( 9. E (2001,Drama) A young East Indian boy *#* #)' !:EE)+ B6 . 2 AG! K &DB C( 4 !/A " + befriends a local boat captain after arriv- **"#&+ 7 <). #> & # <). )+ #> & ing in Ottawa. Nabil Mehta, Amy Sobol (1h30) *'+#+& 9 -%J -%J -%J -%J -%J -%J -%J -%J r\ ++++ A Hard Day’s Night *$'#*" / ! 7 % !. ) # /+ + /% * 6 7 0 AG 6% * & 1. (1964,Musical) The Beatles watch over *#&#)& = % 2 % ) ) 6 '( 1 2 % ) ) Paul McCartney’s troublesome grandfa- *&&*&& 6 ) **"/ 2! **"/ 2! ther during a publicity tour. Wilfrid Brambell, John Lennon (1h45) *&5*"( !. 2! 26! 6! 6&2 6&) 6! 2 2 60 / ! % % ,4 ,4 9 9 "+ . ' 6 'D ' ' ! ! 8:00 PM f\ The Confession (1999,Drama) A 6: /2 9 1 " ( ( " 1 ,4 ! 9 - 7 2 *D.! < lawyer looks for redemption while trying ''''$) 6.> E/! < ( 1 12,6 12 % % # & .1 % 40E # $ to convince a guilty man to plead inno- #""'(& 0 2< / # I # " 2< / # " 2< / cent. Alec Baldwin, Amy Irving (2h) '')'$" 6 !: << << ,-/B "# )!! C :( / 1 6 ' -1 & 1 9:00 PM 4\ ++ The Duke (1999,Adventure) A ''"'$& 6:: M 1 ,BB? % < 2 4 ./ 1 2 ! 1 1 E # ! ) 3+ & 2 $ #! &' 1 3+ $ hound is left to rule the town of Dingwall *'$'(* : when the Duke’s will leaves him everything. Courtnee Draper, James Doohan , !!"5 (2h) e\ ++ Planet of the Apes (2001,Sci-

*%&& *%'& #%&& #%'& +%&& +%'& 5%&& 5%'& $%&& $%'& (%&& (%'& "&%&& "&%'& ""%&& ""%'& Fi) An astronaut lands on a planet inhab- )*& # H 7 12 1) &' #1 ' 6 (! # I I > ( ited by human-like apes who rule with an iron fist. Mark Wahlberg, Tim Roth (2h30) +&&+)" )&%"'6 . :3 # 2 # 2 (+( ! + + o\ ++ Teen Wolf (1985,Comedy) An 3 # $ $-& 2 M # #$ /AAA (2 E <& average teenager is shocked when he ''&'5( 6 , B2 *' ,-. K @ % %! ! 7 &DB $3 E <& realizes he can transform himself into a )**'#$ 7 ( 'B &+ 6 .; 9 9 + - # . C( 29 6 werewolf. Michael J. Fox, Lorie Griffin (1h30) )*'')" B7 #$ %+ # )!! )1 !- --- # I ! 7 &DB $3 l\ +++ Nine to Five (1980,Comedy) )*"''+, 9 B2 *' #?G "#I?% %! ? < )1 Three office secretaries kidnap their male **''$' 6 ) 7 ! >1 " 2 B + () -+ / (' chauvinist boss and take over the office. "&" ! # /! 3 / $ %! & ! "O J # O I / Jane Fonda, Dolly Parton (2h) **#'#* 6:0 . I 7 ! ! <!@ # ! & " ) ! ' %1 ) / 1 10:00 PM )*)'#( < * +! ( * 1 + . - * 7 r\ ++++ Introducing Dorothy Dandridge (1999,True) Legendary *#* #)' !:EE !6 .K 72< ? &DB C( 2 actress Dorothy Dandridge struggled to **"#&+ 7 <). # :# ! ! () # <). )+ # :# ! ! () gain respect in a racist Hollywood. Halle *'+#+& 9 -%J -%J / < * -%J / < * -%J Berry, Brent Spiner (2h15) *$'#*" / ! 7 % !. ) # /+ + /% * 6 7 0-! <%J * & 1. 3\ + Full Frontal (2002,Comedy/Drama) The lives of *#&#)& = )1 !< ! 2 % # *! 2 % seven Hollywood people collide in the *&&*&& 6 6! 6& / *01 2! J2 )! 2! hours leading up to a birthday party. *&5*"( !. 6! 2! # 6&) 2 # 7 )& 0 + 2 2 David Duchovny, Julia Roberts (1h45) 60 / ! % % ,4 ,4 9 9 ) B'3 #2 ' ' ! ! 11:45 PM 6: /2 9 1 " ( ( " 1 ,4 ! - AAA) ! *D.! < ( 3\ Deep Evil (2004,Sci-Fi) The military ''''$) 6.> E/! < ( 1 12,6 12 % % )1 !- --- ? 40E # $ tries to uncover what went wrong when scientists clone a mysterious microbe. #""'(& 0 - / # I '' - / '' - / Ona Grauer, Rachel Grodnik (1h45) '')'$" 6 !: << << ,-/B "# )!! + - # . < )1 & 1 ''"'$& 6:: M 1 ,BB? % < 2 G/ * 6 )!!<1 & C( E *'$'(* :# ! ) ;AG< % $ #! &' 1 ;AG< % 26 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

C om p Feb 13- Feb 17, 2004 ut Tues. only $5.50 all seats - Adults $7.50 er Open 5 days A Students / Seniors $6.50 r Friday thru LEARN: ts Kids under 14 $4.50 Tuesday! C CENTRAL • 537-4656 (24 hr.) Sun. & Mon. cinemaniac rewards las se ng s • ori ACADEMY Photoshop Private Tut AWARD Illustrator To Nominations Enroll in 7 Dreamweaver March/April Classes call In Design Andrea Palframan Quark (250) 537.9935 Violence, sexually suggestive Friday-Tuesday 7 pm 2 hrs. [email protected] 14A scenes, nudity 34 min WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK WED. THURS. FRI. SAT. SUN. MON. TUES. February 11 February 12 February 13 February 14 February 15 February 16 February 17 Music Meetings/Talks Music Music Music Meetings Classes/Workshops Simply Organic. Free recital Business Breakfast Club. Friday Night Jam. With Valentine Dinner Dance. Jazz for Lovers. Kate Jim Page. SS Folk Club show Employment Standards. with organist Barry Valentine. Meets at Anise, 8 a.m. Guest On-Island Rhythm Shakers at Anise.With Damon, Joy and Hammet-Vaughan, Steve at Fulford Hall, with opening CED workshop with Bill Bull. All Saints, 10:10 a.m. speaker is William Bull on Anise. Mojo Band. Maddock and NiteCap. Lions Hall, 6:30-9:30. Info: Donnie McDougall. Guess act Jack 'n' Lefty, 7:30 p.m. Followed by coffee and muffin. employment standards and Tom Hooper, Suzanne ArtSpring, 2:30 p.m. Wine- 537-4219. Little & Matt Johnson. Who star plays at the Legion. Meetings/Talks Meetings/Talks workplace fraud. Old Dog New Tricks. Gene tasting at 1:30. Meetings/Talks SS Weavers' and Moby's Pub, 9 p.m. Grooms and friends at Sunday Dinner Jazz. With Being Present Now. Mystical Poetry & SS Rod & Gun Club. AGM Spinners' Guild. Show / ask Fulford Inn. 8 p.m. Planet Music, Moby’s, 7 pm. Group meetings based on Islands Farmers Institute. Interpretive Dance. I.D. at 221 Long Harbour Rd., 8 / tell & social. ArtSpring, Alan Miceli. Guitarist peforms Eckhardt Tolle teachings. AGM at the Farmers Institute, p.m. Garuda reads Rumi, Hafiz, at Tree House South, 5:30 p.m. Activities Mondays at Ganges Yoga 10:30 a.m. Latin-Caribbean Festival. with speaker Malcolm Bond. SS Historical Society. Kabir and others, with dance Day of Meditation. With Studio, 7:30 p.m. 4-H Community Club. All-ages Roots'N'Culture 7:30 p.m. Bob Harwood, HMS Ganges by Harvest. Lions Hall, 7 p.m. Toastmasters Public Registration night, Farmers Activities event. Mahon Hall, 3 p.m. on. Heather Martin at The Barn. 8- SSI Prostate Cancer historian from England, is Institute, 7 p.m. 3:30. Info: 653-4945. Speaking Meeting. SS Support Group. Discussion guest speaker. Central Hall, 2 Classes/Workshops The Actor's Warmup. With The New Art of Eurythmy. Seniors Centre, Mondays at 7 and get-together at Farmers Activities Actors Bootcamp. With Ron p.m. Vaughn Fulford. Ganges Yoga Lions Hall, 10 a.m. Info: Colin, p.m. Info: Chuck, 653-2015. Institute, 1 p.m. Max. Also runs Feb. 15 and 22. Special Events Welcome to Satsang. Studio, Fridays, 6-7 p.m. 250-746-0134. SEEDS EcoVillage Investing For Higher Info: 537-9738. Meeting. At StarBooks every Ganges Yoga Studio, 7 p.m. Life Drawing. United Special Events Income Now. Joni Ganderton Salt Spring Writes. First of Computer Classes. Photoshop, Monday, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Church, 1-3 p.m. presentations, 10 a.m., 2 and author series with Murray Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Quark/In Our Island, Our World Film Island Arts Centre Family/Youth Design. Contact Andrea, 537-9935. 6:30 p.m. Info: 537-1654. Reiss, Sandi Johnson and Festival. Second of two-day Society. AGM at ArtSpring, 7 Brian Brett. ArtSpring, 8 p.m. Family Roller-blading to Special Events international film event, with p.m. Activities Music. Fulford Hall Fridays, Save Our Ferries. Classes/Workshops Our Island, Our World Film community group displays, Drop-In Floor Hockey.At 7:30-9. food and more.GISS. Advocacy group meeting. Computer Classes. Rughuggers. Baby and par- Festival. Two-day event with Fulford Hall, 7-9. international films, Seed and Harbour House Hotel, 7 p.m. Photoshop, Illustrator, ent group. Family Place Fridays, 11-1. Plant Exchange, Saturday Family/Youth Dreamweaver, Quark/In night feature film and dance, Design. To register or for food and more. GISS. South-end Drop-in. For par- more information, call Andrea Valentine's Day Open ents and wee ones, Mondays at at 537-9935. House. At the Legion. Non- Fulford Hall, 10 a.m. to noon. members invited. Cinema Our Island, Our World Film Festival Debit Cards. Credit cards. • Cold Mountain — Nicole Kidman and Jude Law play lovers separat- runs at GISS this weekend. ed in the American Civil War. Also starring Renee Zellweger. Excellent Plus - Seed and Plant Exchange on Saturday; Heck, we even take cash. performances! Seven Academy Award nominations; 13 British Academy Film Award nominations. Community Group Displays on Sunday; Need information about your prescription? Get it right here. • Our Island, Our World Film Festival. Two-day event with interna- Saturday night feature film and dance! tional films, Seed and Plant Exchange, Saturday night feature film and dance, food and more. GISS. Ganges SIDNEY PHARMACY LTD. Mouat’s Centre 7:30am - 8 pm 656-1168 656-0744 Cable 7 days a week 2416 Beacon 2425B Bevan SSTV Cable Channel 12 programming is taking its annual winter maintenance break. SSTV will resume broadcasts on Friday, March 12 with a new slate of informative and entertaining programs reflecting life on the rock. We wish to thank our sponsors, Ganges Village Market, Slegg Lumber, the Driftwood and Thrifty Foods, for their support during SqueezeSqueeze Me!Me! December and January. Exhibitions

• Artfully Off in All Directions — an exhibit of youth art co-sponsored by ArtSpring, Thunderbird Gallery and SS Painters Guild runs at ArtSpring until February 15. • Open house art show of work by Judy Harper, Paul Adams, Roger Donnelly, Jonathan Yardley, Elaine Potter, Rosamonde Dupuy, 1-800-887-4321 Gary and Bly Kaye and Nancy Van Patten. Music, food and more. By www.tempurcanada.com donation benefit for the Copper Kettle shelter. 143 Hilltop, Friday, Feb. 13, The only mattress Tempur is sold in over 50 countries recognized by NASA worldwide, with hundreds of and certified by the 2-8 p.m.; Saturday, noon to 8 p.m. and Sunday, 2-6 p.m. Space Foundation dealers across Canada. • Romantic Secrets of a Beautiful Island is a new exhibit at the Jill A better night’s sleep, no springs attached! Louise Campbell Fine Art Gallery, February 14-29. Opening reception is on Saturday, February 14, 1-3 p.m. • Kim Kornbacher shows local landscape photography at Moby’s Pub through February. UNCLE ALBERT’S FURNITURE • June Boe is the featured artist through February at Island Savings. 107 2nd St. Duncan Mon.-Sat. 9-5:30 1-800-593-5303 Sun 11-4 Bar & Bistro The Local Liquor Store Canucks: in Enter to win a Valentine’s Gift Wed, Feb 11th: vs. Calgary, PPV 7pm Gasoline Alley Basket for your sweetie. Fri, Feb 13th: vs. Atlanta, 7 pm Join our “Local Club”! Redeem points for FREE STUFF. Sat, Feb 14th: vs. Mighty Ducks, 7 pm Donate your points to Charity and Mon, Feb 16th: vs. Colorado, 6 pm we will MATCH them! Beer Specials on Game Nights! 537-9463 537-WINE GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 27

CLASSIFIED HOTLINE: CLASSIFIED HOTLINE: Where to put 20,000 people 537-9933 537-9933 on a ‘blank slate’ Salt Spring This week at… By GAIL SJUBERG Great Daily Specials Staff Writer 6 days a week Heads are turning in the (closed Tuesdays) Roasting Company coffee shop as islanders take in the large, bronze-hued relief SATURDAY, FEB. 14th image of Salt Spring Island hanging on the wall. VALENTINE DINNER DANCE Meror Krayenhoff hopes the piece will act as a com- Joy & Damien & The Mojo Band munity-wide “conversation Dinner 5pm RESERVE EARLY!! starter,” inspiring people to consider what Salt Spring Island would be like if we THURSDAY, FEB. 12th could “start over.” By that he Caribbean Night - Dinner Specials 5pm means figuring out how to Music with Local House Band accommodate a population of 20,000 people on a completely undeveloped island in the FRIDAY, FEB. 13th FRIDAY JAM most sustainable way imagin- Hosted by On-Island Rhythm Shakers able. How would we deal with issues such as trans- Breakfast: Mon. - Fri. from 10am portation, tourism, health Sat. from 9:30am care, housing or governance, agriculture, communication, industry or energy? ISLAND TALK: Salt Spring’s Meror Krayenhoff stands with his Salt Spring relief Great Daily Krayenhoff is calling his art piece now hanging at Roasting Co. in Ganges. He wants community mem- Specials! brainstorming project Tabula bers to think about their island home as if it was a “blank slate,” coming up Rasa Rock — with tabula 132 Lower Ganges Rd. • 537 1097 rasa meaning “blank slate” — with ideas on how to create a sustainable community for 20,000 people. The and he hopes others will join Tabula Rasa Rock project invites islanders’ active participation and dialogue Restaurant & Inn him in spawning new ideas. with specific questions to ponder. Photo by Derrick Lundy “We can do something great on Salt Spring Island,” he writes, “but it’s not going Roasting Co., or sent by e- Terra Firma Builders Ltd. For more information, con- to happen without some origi- mail to the Driftwood at company has gained renown. tact Krayenhoff at 537-9355 nal thinking. Forget about fix- [email protected]. Both rammed earth explo- or [email protected]. ing and changing what we Ideas and feedback will rations and the Tabula Rasa have. Let’s start over. Let’s then be printed in a Tabula Rock idea grew from a simi- use the knowledge we have Rasa Rock spot in the lar exercise undertaken by a today, without the burden of Driftwood. Sustainable Salt Spring group current reality, to generate “My intention is to create a several years ago. some really great ideas.” conversation in the communi- “It has affected my way of A different topic — such as ty,” he said. looking at everything,” he transportation — will be The first topic for people to said. announced in the Driftwood address is “Where would you Krayenhoff has no expecta- every two weeks. Ideas on put 20,000 people on Tabula tions or preconceived notions JIN SHIN DO how that would be handled, if Rasa Rock?” of what will come from Acupressure & we had a blank slate of an Conceptually starting from Tabula Rasa Rock, but hopes island to work with, can then “zero” was how Krayenhoff people will be inspired and Reflexology be deposited in a drop box arrived at building rammed challenged to share their Solace next to the island art piece at earth homes, for which his ideas. Aromatherapy & Teas

February Special Book 1 hour session Welcome to *Satsang receieve free gift of 7 oz Solace Bath Salt “Even after all this time or 8oz. Solace The sun never says to the earth. Herbal Tea. You owe me.” Julie Doobenen Certified Practicioner. Look what happens with SALT SPRING HEALTH CENTRE a love like that, 130 McPhillip’sAve. It lights the whole sky Hafiz 653-9104 TUESDAY and THURSDAY EVENING 7:00 Every Tuesdaybeginning 7 pm November Ganges 27 Yoga Studio ARTSPRING CONFERENCE ROOM Info:537-1865 537-1865 “There’s Always Something Cooking!” *A gathering of Truth Seekers WEDNESDAYS VALENTINE’S DAY Kate Vesuvius PUB Hammett-Vaughan proudly sponsored by Royal LePage Salt Spring Realty Burger ...... $5.99 Chef’s (The REAL BIG one!) Winter Hours: Pint: Herman’s ....$4.25 Valentines Menu ArtSwings! Sunday, Feb. 15, 2:30 11am to 11pm THURSDAYS Sweetheart Deal Wednesday Wings ...... 30¢ 25% off all Jazz to Sunday. (tandori, hot, teriyaki, bills over $25 for Closed honey garlic, plain, suicide) Mon. & Tues. Pint: Canadian ..$3.75!! SUNDAYS FREE POOL TOURNEY! Breakfast ALL DAY! Lovers FRIDAYS Caesars ...... $4.00 There will be romance in the air when Kate Free Pool 1/2 Price Appys Exclusively for Great Daily Lunch & Hammett-Vaughan, Steve Maddock and Capilano Everyday Pint: Race Rocks ..$4.25 ArtSwings! ticket holders College’s 12-member NiteCap take to the stage Dinner Specials Garry Oaks Winery in this celebration of love. noon - 6pm presents its award-winning wines at a complimentary pre-concert wine tasting Tasting: 1:30-2:15 Box Office: 537-2102 Just past the Vesuvius Ferry Terminal Concert: 2:30 www.artspring.ca 537-2312 & PEOPLE & COMMUNITY GULF ISLANDSPC DRIFTWOOD WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 PAGE 28

Dr. Alda Blanes Business Chiropractor 537-8896 plans at course Dr. Teresa Strukoff, B.Sc., N.D. Got a business idea? NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN Committed to making it happen? Want a crackerjack Clinical Nutrition business plan to sell your Botanical Medicine Homeopathy idea to others? Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture The Community Economic Lifestyle Counseling Development Project is offer- The Salt Spring Health Centre ing a Business Planning 130 McPhillips Ave., Salt Spring Island, BC Workshop, running seven Visits are covered by most extended health plans. Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. and To book an appointment phone: 537-3220 starting February 19. Presented by Janice Harkley and Jeremy Shrive, the series will help participants develop a business plan, “materialize a vision” and become an entrepreneur. PUPPY LOVE: Pierce Newman and Austin Steffich-Rosling cuddle three of St. Valentine’s Day Cost is $100. eight Rottweiler-cross puppies awaiting homes. The pups are for sale for $100 Participants should have a each and anyone interested can call the Newman home at 537-0779. Photo by Derrick Lundy AT THE LEGION clear idea of the business they It’s an Open House on Saturday, want to start, be committed to the full seven weeks and be February 14th prepared to do homework. (Non-members invited!) Throughout the duration of United Church members Door Prizes during the meat draw the workshop, the CED Project office will be open for Kitchen open questions and computer use on sell ‘Beads of Hope’ pins Saturdays from noon to 3 p.m. AND THEN The workshop will cover: While awareness of the developing a mission and need to help people in devel- vision; doing market oping countries combat DONNY McDOUGALL research; writing a market- HIV/AIDS is slowly grow- of ting plan; human resource ing around the world, United planning; cash-flow forecast- Church members have been ing; income statements, bal- working on a targetted (?) GUESS WHO(?) ance sheets, break-even anal- fundraising campaign since ysis; managing risk; legal and December 2002. regulatory aspects; profes- Members of the Salt sionalism; financing options; Spring United Church’s out- and taking the first steps. reach committee are pleased Harkley, who holds a to have raised $2,500 for the Bachelor of Commerce Beads of Hope Campaign in degree, is a chartered accoun- its first year and that the MAKING A VALENTINE APPEARANCE tant, a certified financial plan- nationwide goal of $1 mil- TO RELEASE HIS NEW CD ner and a certified executive lion has already been sur- coach. She has years of expe- passed. CAMPAIGN: Nancy Powell, left, and Betty rience conceiving, owning “Beads of Hope has been JOIN US FOR GREAT ENTERTAINMENT! a big focus for us over the Thompson display fundraising “Beads of Hope.” and operating several small Photo by Gail Sjuberg businesses, including her cur- past two years,” said com- rent project, an island winery. mittee member Nancy antiretroviral drugs. Eighty cancellation of impoverished Shrive is an internationally Powell. per cent of the funds benefit countries’ debts to other experienced private sector And with a new shipment communities in Africa, with nations. CEO with small to medium- of African-made Beads of the rest going to agencies in Most Salt Spring United sized (50 to 500 employees) Hope pins recently arrived to the Caribbean, Latin Church funds were raised manufacturing and service sell on the island, they know America and Asia. from the sale of pins and businesses. He now practises even more money will be The United Church plugs from congregation mem- as an independent consultant collected for the cause. into already-running grass- bers’ “loonie-a-month” for the assessment and devel- Powell, Betty Thompson roots programs in various donation program. opment of projects and orga- and other outreach commit- countries. Thompson notes that nizations in developing coun- tee members will be at the Also at the film festival, some church members have tries. He holds Bachelor of Our Island, Our World Film church members will be spent time in Africa working Science and MBA degrees, Festival this weekend selling collecting signatures on the in the educational, agricul- as well as a provincial the attractive, red-and-white United Church of Canada tural and medical fields. instructor diploma. beadwork pins. Signatures of Hope peti- Anyone wanting to buy a Those who want to regis- Cost is $25, with $5 tion. pin can call Thompson at ter for the workshop should returned to the communities It presses the Canadian 537-1814 or the United drop by the CED Project where the pins are made for government to increase Church office at 537-5812. office. Because the goal is to labour and materials. The financial support for global Beads of Hope pins have make the series as directed as remainder is used at the and Canadian AIDS pro- become symbols of support possible, CED staff will ask local level for education, grams, ensure patents do not for the estimated 40 million potential participants to fill advocacy and treatment of deny access to life-saving people worldwide who are JimJim PagePage out an application form. HIV/AIDS, especially for medicines and work towards infected with HIV/AIDS. kf opening: Jack n Lefty CAR & LIGHT TRUCK IS YOUR WELL WATER SAFE TO DRINK? February 16th, 2004 Contamination can occur without Fulford Hall TIRE SALE changes in colour or taste. Doors 6:45 pm* - Show starts 7:30 pm % HAVE YOU CHECKED $25.00 per test • Results in 24 hours HYDRAULIC YOUR LIGHTS? Be Safe • Test Annually! Hearty fare available ~ Wild Ginger Catering HOSE & OFF 30ALL INSTOCK ALL SEASON RADIAL TIRES Acoustic Planet FITTINGS Tickets $15 available at: Taxes, installation & balancing extra • Salt Spring Books • Stuff and Nonsense • MB LABS www.saltspringfolkclub.ca HAROLD HARKEMA REPAIRS *6:30 pm for season ticket holders Automotive Repairs • Batteries & Tires 2062 Henry Avenue W. Sidney, B.C. V8L 1Y5 656-1334 427 Fulford Ganges Rd. • 537-4559 • Mon. - Fri. 8-5 GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD PEOPLE & COMMUNITY WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 29 Seed sanctuary roots tap into annual seed swap By DAN JASON Our initial year was an our public seed treasury will plants and gardens the way systems. Firstly, the seeds We hope that you will Special to the Driftwood exciting one for the Seed include all of the kinds of Chemainus became famous will be stored at three sepa- bring seeds, bulbs, cuttings Salt Spring’s Seedy Sanctuary. We became a edible, medicinal and useful for its murals. rate locations on Salt Spring. or plants for the swap table. Saturday is almost here society — Salt Spring plants that can be grown in On the scary side, our her- Secondly, we will have seed What you may consider again. Please note the name Sanctuary Society, and we this country. itage of open-pollinated custodians across Canada. ordinary, such as your mint, is being changed to Salt also became a registered Part of the emphasis of the seeds is becoming increas- The Salt Spring Sanctuary calendula, dill or dahlias, Spring’s Seed and Plant charitable foundation. We Valentine’s Day event is to ingly threatened by patented Society will have a table at might be very special to Exchange. grew out 82 lettuce varieties, recognize the contribution of and genetically modified the Seed and Plant Exchange someone else. The time and place will be 214 tomato cultivars, 20 all local groups who are ded- seeds. Until about 10 years with seeds of cultivars we Come by and check out the same as last year — kinds of garlic and 142 vari- icated in various ways to the ago, could we have imag- are maintaining. Please con- the vendors, buy your spring from 10 to 3 in the high eties of peas, beans and soy- protection and promotion of ined our seeds being taken sider becoming a member of seeds, participate in good school multi-purpose room. beans. Our databases plant biodiversity. out of the public domain? the sanctuary, acquiring gardening gossip, see some The Island Natural describing all these plant Many growers on Salt Now there are corporations some seeds to grow out and excellent films and celebrate Growers group is again host- cultivars in the sanctuary can Spring are maintaining large attempting to totally control keeping simple records of the florabundance of Salt ing the event in conjunction be perused at our website, and special plant collections, seed production worldwide. how they perform. Spring Island! with the Our Island, Our www.seedsanctuary.com. including roses, rhododen- In the Percy Schmeiser case World Film Festival, which By clicking on any vari- drons, cacti, begonias, bam- presently before the goes on all day Saturday and ety, you can learn about its boo, water plants, semitropi- Supreme Court of Canada, Salt Spring Island Community Services Sunday. salient features, such as its cals, fruit trees, native plants, the farmer’s ancient right to The date this year feels growing characteristics, tex- fuchsias, orchids and laven- save seed is at stake. Salt 268 Fulford-Ganges Rd. quite auspicious — February ture, flavour, usefulness and der. The Seed and Plant Spring Island, being far 537-9971 14, Valentine’s Day. It is history. These plant descrip- Sanctuary intends to link from mainstream agricul- ALL OF OUR SERVICES ARE FREE tion databases will be updat- with all these growers and to ture, can possibly keep hoped that gardeners will * 24 HR. CRISIS LINE: Dial 0 and ask for ZENITH 2262 (no charge). bring a wide variety of seeds ed and expanded annually. make Salt Spring known as seeds from genetic contami- Caller is connected with the Need Crisis Centre in Victoria. We intend to make this web- The Plant Capital of Canada. nation until we wake up and plants as Valentine pre- * EMERGENCY FOOD BANK: Open Tuesday 11-3. site interactive with growers There are both positive from the folly of an agricul- sents for their sweet friends * COUNSELLING SERVICES: Crisis and short-term counselling provided by and neighbours. across Canada. and negative reasons for ture based solely on corpo- Community Workers. We cannot become a gene becoming a living gene bank rate profit and the applica- There will be the usual * ALCOHOL & DRUG PROGRAM: Prevention & treatment service is free talks, demonstrations and bank for Canada overnight for Canada. On the positive tion of poisons. & confidential. booths, but the underlying but we are going to try to do side, Salt Spring seems to be Seeds are not only threat- * FAMILY PLACE: PARENT & CHILD DROP IN - Monday closed, theme of the event will, hope- it quickly. In 2004, we will the best place for such a cre- ened by corporate Tuesday 9-1, Wednesday 1-4, Thursday 9-1 - walk in Mouat Park fully, make people realize we embrace herbs and grains, ation. With so many great monopoly. Last year two 10-11am followed by Family Place Drop In and snack, Friday 10:30-2:30, have something quite unusual while maintaining our living gardeners already growing major plant collections were Rughuggers 11-1pm. Family Place Coordinator Rona Robbins, here on Salt Spring Island. library of tomatoes, garlic, such a diversity of plants in destroyed, one by arson and M. Ed. Counselling by appointment 537-9176. The theme, Salt Spring: A lettuce and legumes. this coastal climate of ours, one by a hurricane. * RECYCLE DEPOT: Open Tuesday - Saturday from 10:00am-5pm, Growing Sanctuary, refers to In coming years, we will it’s not a big stretch to for- Hundreds of heritage vari- 349 Rainbow Rd., 537-1200. an initiative some of us took keep tackling major plant malize Salt Spring as the eties were lost forever. To * COMMUNITY WELLNESS PROGRAMS COORDINATOR: Call Sharon last year to make the island a categories, while perpetuat- most horticulturally-happen- safeguard the seeds in our Glover at 537-4607. Seed and Plant Sanctuary for ing those we have already ing place around. We can sanctuary, we are going to * Emergency Mental Health Services available: 4pm to midnight. Access Canada. taken on. In the near future, become famous for our have two crucial back-up is available through the Emergency Rm at Lady Minto Hospital call: 538-4840 Employment rules at free workshop A free “must” workshop Bookkeepers, payroll risk solutions. Spring is on for any business owner administrators, managers The February 17 work- with employees runs at and supervisors in larger shop runs from 6:30-9:30 Lions Hall on Tuesday businesses will also bene- p.m. Call the CED Project night. fit. office at 537-4219 or send its way! Employment Standards, Bull is principal of an e-mail to led by Bill Bull and spon- Barris and Bull, which spe- [email protected] LATER’S BEST BUY sored by the Community cializes in human resource for more information or to DORMANT BIRD SEED Economic Development planning and employment register. SPRAY KIT Project, will address topics such as payroll records, $7.97 $9.97 9kg overtime, statutory holi- UNCEM days, leaves and other mat- NNO ENT LATER’S BLACK OIL ters relating to employ- A Salt Spring PRUNING SUNFLOWER ment standards. Massage Therapy Clinic SEAL SEEDS $9.97 $17.97 20kg BRIDGE DESIREE SIMONS, R.M.T. MICA MIX ASSORTED Has returned. WILD BIRD $4.49 SUET CAKES TRICKS Office hours: Mon. - Fri., 9 - 6pm 3/ 16 Litres $3.99 On January 19, the Clinic Address: 635B Sunset Drive • 537-4420 All Bird Feeders Laundrys were first, fol- in stock lowed by Jill Evans and ASSORTED Blanche Poborsa. GARDEN SEEDS ARE IN! Irene Hawksworth and richard j. wey & associates Ron Dickson were third, 30% off and Ian Thomas and Conhor land surveying inc. Vane-Hunt were fourth. On January 26, Wayne Richard J. Wey BCLS Langley and Emely Walburger-Kovak came in Legal, Engineering and Topographical Surveys first; Florence Laundry and Subdivision Planning Mary Tebo were second; Isabelle Richardson and The Oakville-Suite 106-9717 Third St., Sidney, BC V8L 3A3 COUNTRY STORES Joan Conlan were third, and Telephone (250) 656-5155 • Fax: (250) 656-5175 5410 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan (250) 748-8171 the Arnotts were fourth. 30 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 PEOPLE & COMMUNITY GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD All the numbers Dollars’ use builds community trust Working Where I have found near comes, whether strengthen- in the com- unanimity is only in those ing the local economy, on bookkeeping munity on who don’t utilize Salt Spring demonstrating local pride in behalf of Salt CURRENCY Dollars. What binds them is our history and skills, or Spring a lack of trust. investment in a community Dollars is CORNER at CED course BY JIM SCOTT Lack of trust in today’s land trust (as announced two like working world is an informed feeling. weeks ago), build consensus. Small business owners can invest in a five-week with Sybil, But a life devoid of trust is Most of us don’t think course and take home cost-saving bookkeeping skills. accepted by merchants and the character with 16 different an unhappy one. Where bet- much about how money Basic Bookkeeping for Small Business is being personalities: I come across service providers large and ter to strive for and extend functions. I suggest we all offered by Marion Markus through the Community many different agendas and a small. trust than at home — family, start thinking about it and Economic Development (CED) Project beginning diversity of opinion. Salt Spring Dollars are trust in ourselves. Take $$10 February 18. Organizationally, Salt used by individuals across friends, community? Salt Spring Dollars are or $$20 from one of the mer- The series will run Wednesday nights through March Spring Dollars are endorsed our economic spectrum who chants who offer them in 17. by the Chamber of have a long-term interest in administered by islanders. Decisions on how to dis- change. Learn to be comfort- Cost is $60, which includes a manual. Commerce, Community making our island a better able with a few Salt Spring place to live and work. perse funds are made by Financial statements, reporting requirements, payroll, Services and the Salt Spring Dollars in your possession Each has a particular islanders. Both are accom- bank reconciliation, and financing and managing a Ecovillage Education and and spend them around. small business are among topics covered. Development Society to vision of how Dollars can plished in a way readily benefit and each holds a accessible for scrutiny. Watch and pay attention to Call the CED office at 537-4219 or send an e-mail to name but three diverse what happens over time. You [email protected] to register or for more unique emotional involve- Using Salt Spring Dollars is groups. may be pleasantly surprised. information. Salt Spring Dollars are ment with our community. risk-free and the visible out-

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TREATS ME LIKE GOLD & SPORTS & RECREATION GULF ISLANDSSR DRIFTWOOD WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 PAGE 31 ROSE SYMBOLISM Nanaimo chokes on ‘Hairball’ in loss to FC Red - Love, Respect By MITCHELL SHERRIN against Powell River showed White - Innocence Secrecy Staff Writer the islanders’ fatigue Sunday, Yellow - Joy, Friendship Salt Spring FC’s Harrison said Fisher. Coral - Desire “Hairball” Jason sunk two They held Villa to a nil Light Pink - Grace, Joy goals in Nanaimo United’s draw at the half with a fairly gullet to settle a 3-1 victory even game. But Powell River Dark Pink - Thankfulness for the islanders at Harewood scored two goals in quick suc- Lavender - Enchantment Park Thursday. cession around the 60-minute Orange - Fascination But FC couldn’t cough up mark, and that’s how it ended. two wins in a row when they “Once we were down by Whatever colour you faced Powell River Villa for a two, we lost our sails. It was like has meaning to you. 2-0 loss at home Sunday. hard to recover.” Both of Jason’s goals As highlights, Salt Spring’s Flowers against Nanaimo came off Paul Parratt and Tom corner-kick set plays that have McColm both had break- & Wine been a weakness for the team aways in the first half but were this season, said FC co-coach unable to capitalize. 537-2231 Jesse Fisher. Another bright spark was “When it rains, it pours, I that Dion Hackett returned to 160 Fulford-Ganges Rd. guess,” said Fisher. “And it did the field for 15 minutes of in Creekhouse rain. It was miserable and wet play after an extended on gravel fields. It wasn’t nice. absence. Everyone has scabby knees.” “It’s good to have him back in the fold.” FC player Paul Parratt Prices Effective Feb 11-17, 2004 OPEN EVERYDAY Jason’s first goal went in off WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES Thurs Until 8pm, Fri. until 9pm his knee on a corner kick by Now fighting to keep hold dashes for the ball as Fisher. of eighth place (and a berth in the local squad goes Division 1 next year), FC will down 2-0 against Powell Tyler Laitenen scored the 2531 BEACON AVE. “Sidney-By-The-Sea” second Salt Spring goal off a face Nanaimo United in a re- River on home turf last through-ball only minutes match at Portlock Park at 2:15 Sunday. Photo by Derrick Lundy after the first goal. p.m. Sunday. For Allan for great SINCE in-store service. “It was almost off the kick- 1964 off . . . Tyler went around the Reg Winstone, 223. . WE OFFER YOU QUALITY BEEF, MEATS AND FRESH PRODUCE… NOBODY CHOPS PRICES MORE!! keeper and slipped it into an Special Olympics, Feb. 4: Gloria CANADA GRADE “AA” OR “A” BEEF BONELESS . FRESH AUSTRALIAN empty net.” HIGH Dale, 141; Andrew Krizan, 141; FRESH BREAST BONE REMOVED Terry Swing, 142; Sharon Way, TOP ROUND Jason scored the third goal 148; Stuart Elliott, 151; Mahjor PORK SIDE Leg of Lamb 8.77 kg 3.98 lb before Nanaimo could ROLLERS Oven Roast 8.11kg 3.68 lb Bains, 159; Carols Manzano, 176; SPARE respond. High bowling league Jimmy Beck, 187; Jason Newport, TOP ROUND Lamb Loin Chops 17.59kg 7.98 lb Salt Spring’s win over last 202. Marinating Steaks 8.33kg 3.78 lb scores at Kings Lane Legion League, Feb. 5: Ron C., RIBS place Nanaimo helps put dis- Recreation last week were: FRESH LEAN 4.81kg Rack of Lamb 20.46kg 9.28 lb 226, 231; Lance K., 210, 223; Shari lb tance away from relegation as Tuesday a.m. Seniors, Feb. 3: H., 245, 604; Myles W., 213, 218; Ground Beef 4.81kg 2.18 lb 2.18 the season moves to a close. Stan Peters, 210; Marg Baker, 210. Dan B., 222, 261, 269/752; Gerry, LILYDALE AIR CHILLED FILLET REMOVED FRESH LILYDALE AIR CHILLED FRESH NEW ZEALAND But the second match Tuesday p.m. Seniors, Feb. 3: 208, 603. BONELESS, SKINESS “2 PER PACK” WHOLE Lamb Shoulder Chops 7.67kg 3.48 lb Chicken Breast 9.44kg 4.28 lb FRYING Fresh Sole Fillets per 100g 1.38 4/ FROZEN ALL VARIETIES CHICKEN Schneiders Meat Pies 400g pkg 2.49 FRESH IMITATION SAVE OUR FERRIES ADVOCACY GROUP 3.26kg OLYMPIC Crab Meat per 100g 66¢ Sausage Sticks 500g pkg 2.18 1.48lb SAVE OUR FERRIES! 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Burton’s Christie Paper Towels 2x52’s pkg ...... 1.99 PUBLIC SERVICES FOR PEOPLE, NOT PROFIT Stoned Wheat * Digestives * Arrowroot Bugles Rogers 5 Grain Betty Crocker Supermoist Thins 300g box * Rich Tea 300-400g pkg * Ginger Snaps 350-400g pkg Corn Snacks 150g bagf Granola 700g pkg Cake Mix 510g box 32 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 SPORTS & RECREATION GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD Salt Spring gymnastics cats take Comox Pajamas Salt Spring Gymnasts had a suc- both had strong showings with beam, and 10th all around. Drummond took bronze on vault, competitive gymnast, Madison cessful first competition of the sea- their all-around marks being 34.45 Tess Eddington and Rachel fifth on beam and placed fourth on Greggains took gold on vault, son at the Chimo Pajama Party in and 33.60 respectively. Drummond competed among Tyro floor, bars and all around. bronze on bars and silver on floor Comox last weekend. Katrina Villadsen had an out- 2s for the first time and both had In the KIP (Kids in Progress) and beam. Kaitlin Brunt and Samantha standing performance in the good results. Eddington placed division, Jenna McRobb took gold The girls head back to the gym Brunt (at her first competition in Novice-1 division. She won best fourth on beam, fifth on vault and on floor, silver on vault and bars, to prepare for their next competi- Level 1) faced fierce competition in choreography for her floor routine earned sixth for bars, floor and all and bronze on beam. tion in Port Alberni on March 13 Tyro-1 and Argo-1 divisions but and placed eighth on vault and around. Attending her first meet as a and 14. Ghost field stumps Dragons By MITCHELL SHERRIN “They had a strong, been just outside the 18-yard Staff Writer skilled and rather physical box.” An unmarked muddy midfield.” She commended Salt pitch and questionable calls King also chaffed at refer- Spring’s keeper for influenced the Dragons 5-1 ee’s calls that favoured the admirable play under tough loss to the Victoria Athletics Athletics. In the first half, an conditions. at Mount Douglas offside goal was allowed One Athletic goal was Secondary Sunday. against Salt Spring and a akin to Walde’s unreachable “It was definitely a chal- Dragon breakaway goal was blast while another came Monday to Friday: Complimentary lenging day,” said islander waved off for a 3-0 outcome. from an angle that was diffi- Remember... Sue King. “We had quite a few more cult to read. The other goals soup with your lunch “We were playing in pret- offensive chances in the sec- came from unlucky bounces ty poor conditions and peo- ond half.” off loose balls in front of the Monday is Burger Night! ple lost their focus.” Lorna Walde drilled a bul- net. Cheeseburger & Fries - only $3.50 But the Dragons chal- let just below the crossbar O’Connor, Liz Wilson and lenged the number-one and just over the keeper’s Tara Brown combined to ranked Athletics with a good head, said striker Joanne create several opportunities, Tuesday is Canadian Day & Night! women’s soccer game once O’Connor. King said. Sleeve of Canadian Draft - only $3.25 they got their footing in the “If there’d been any lines “We just couldn’t follow game, she said. on the field, she would have up with the nice shot.” Wednesday is Prawn Night! Peel & Eat Prawns - Only 25¢ a prawn Unrepentant Reserves cork Gorge The Salt Spring Reserves Noah Copping blasted a the win with another Salt Thursday is Canadian Day & Night! dominated Gorge FC 6-1 at goal from 30 yards and then Spring goal. Sleeve of Canadian Draft - only $3.25 Bullen Park Sunday, even Tyler Sayer picked up a Keeper Chris Healy had a though the islanders were rebound off a Cameron shut-out until the last minute short a player. Sweet shot. of play when Gorge popped Friday & Saturday are Prawn Nights! “We got a red card and it Following the red card, one in, Brown said. 10 PRAWNS with veggies, rice or potato. Choice of forced us to dig deeper,” said Tom Berry drilled a goal and “In typical Healy style, he Reserves coach player cap- Copping drove the ball down was going in as hard as he Curried, Tempura or Creamy Garlic $9.00 tain Mike Brown. “We took the wing to beat several could.” it to them and got three.” defenders before he put a Brown believes a contin- Sunday is Prime Rib Night! Salt Spring’s Kerry Martin shot between the keeper’s gent of fans from the scored the first goal in a legs. women’s team provided addi- Prime Rib Dinner with all the trimmings $14.95 game that was tight until the “He ‘five-holed’ the tional incentive for the win. half, Brown said. goalie. It was just like hock- “Chicks on the sideline “If it’s happening on Saltspring, it’s happening at Porters.” “Then conditioning kicked ey.” cheering us on made the dif- in.” Jason Moulton capped off ference.” Lees licks disc locals It was the “Michael Lees Show” Sunday at the Hart Driftwood HOCKEY POOL Memorial Disc Golf Course in Mouat Park. Lees won two single matches, tagged an ace and shared a At Windsor weekly random doubles triumph with organizer Scott Chapman after a three-hole playoff. we’ll always Carding a 39 (15 under par) along with M-Pact team Go make a save! Gordon Murphy and Dennis Murray, the masters took the win Canucks Go! when the competition missed the opportunity to maintain the 537-5564 playoff, Chapman said. RK Name G ASS TP DF 28.Shaske Ed 276 399 675 41 Murphy won the closest-to-the-pin competition and Lees 56.Byron Regan 265 376 641 43 82.Misanchuk Tamara 263 343 606 43 went on to win two more singles matches (42 and 43) against 1.McMahon Don 313 441 754 51 29.McBride Richard 268 407 675 51 57.Strohmieir Monica 259380 63935 83.Mullan Erin 238 367 605 44 2.Eyles Evan 299 435 734 48 30.Lynch Trudy 263 411 674 48 58.Misanchuk Terry 279358 637 43 84.Christensen Nils 237 365 602 45 the ringers. 3.Mara Kathy 295 439 734 52 31.Buckley Arnold 289384 673 39 59.Dunbar Bruce 247 390 637 42 85.Thomas Andrew 237 358 595 56 “There were a bunch of good names out there and Michael 4.Bateman John 298 431 729 53 32.Devereux Mark 236 436 672 39 60.Irwin-Campbell Ar 262 374 636 43 86.Rompain Sheldon 222 372 594 39 came out and beat them after he hadn’t played in three months 5.Lynch Kevin 287 435 722 51 33.Morrison Joelle 280 391 671 47 61.Anderson Caroline 252 381 633 38 87.Tamboline Grant 245 348 593 32 or something.” 6.Johnson Cam 301 419720 46 34.Jarvis Gordon 266 404 670 51 62.Mussell Byron 262 370 632 40 88.Forsyth Deb 239349 588 50 Adding emphasis to the win, Lees hit an ace on hole num- 7.Byron Nicola 286 433 71950 35.Doerksen Hank 253 416 66953 63.Howe Scott 236 396 632 46 89.Reynolds Paul 240 343 583 35 ber eight during a singles round. 8.Hardy Mike 286 432 718 44 36.Reinholdt Kim 265 401 666 53 64.Hardie Madeline 262 368 630 39 90.Leask Lance 258 323 581 45 9.Hardy Connie 296 421 717 52 37.Smith Shirley 258 407 665 35 65.Millerd Peter 270 357 627 41 91.Gillham Jeffrey 220 357 577 36 Junior player Braeden Simmonds also pegged hole number 10.Langdon Jack 297 420 717 52 38.Redden Charlene 264 398 662 42 66.Newman Keith 261 366 627 35 92.Shantz Lorne 240 333 573 35 10 during the competition. 11.Temmel Wolfgang 276 433 70940 39.Laycock Robert 257 403 660 33 67.Shaske Lucy 261 364 625 43 93.Cameron Lorna 224 334 558 36 “It’s great to see a kid come out and do that,” Chapman said. 12.Goldie Jim 295 411 706 46 40.Albhoose Paul 268 392 660 53 68.Rompain Kerry 268 357 625 40 94.Hitchcock Bill 227 330 557 37 13.Lam Huy 274 426 700 40 41.Warnir Amanda 275 384 65948 69.Hitchcock Dorothy 234 391 625 26 95.Moban Lind-E 238 316 554 37 14.Newton Norma 288 412 700 47 42.Morris Liam 282 377 65952 70.Radford Brian 247 377 624 48 96.Baker Brent 226 327 553 41 Donald G. MacGregor, M.D., FRCSC 15.Jason Chris 279419 69841 43.Steele Povene 280 376 656 37 71.Gillham Jerome 235 388 623 21 97.Charlebois Jason 221 323 544 31 16.Huser Angela 258 440 698 38 44.Buckley Jim 242 413 655 44 72.Tamboline Tina 245 377 622 44 98.Forsyth Norm 212 332 544 30 is pleased to announce that: 17.Tamboline W 286 411 697 55 45.Gosnell Mairi 249406 655 48 73.Temmel Max 266 355 621 46 99.Broadbent Fred 221 317 538 37 18.Mussell Dorethy 274 420 694 54 46.Bemi Mike 273 382 655 43 74.Shantz Colleen 243 377 620 44 100.Courtney John 233 303 536 30 19.Sanderson Robert 277 417 694 50 47.Nolan Elizabeth 248 406 654 53 75.Macdonald Bob 271 343 614 45 101.Aeichele Jeff 196 337 533 32 Michele L. Jones, M.D., FRCSC 20.Albhoose Jack 287 404 691 47 48.Burns Lorne 250 402 652 41 76.Mackinnon Baldy 241 372 613 44 102.Sloan Randall 206 327 533 34 21.Eyles Tobin 272 41969153 49.Cummings Paul 253 397 650 35 77.Guedes Doug 244 367 611 41 103.Tanti Mary 204 323 527 40 is joining the practice of Ophthalmology 22.Lynch Seve 273 416 68957 50.Campbell Faedra 266 383 64938 78.Cunningham Jean 249359 608 41 104.Snetsinger Hannah 188 326 514 30 23.Anderson Dennis 277 409686 55 51.Tamboline Philip 252 397 649 39 79.Villadsen Jeane 231 377 608 41 105.Marleau Gerry 208 302 510 47 at Lady Minto Gulf Islands Hospital 24.Calberry R. 277 403 680 47 52.Hoban Rypawn 260 38964942 80.Spencer Peter 267 341 608 30 106.Cottrell Tracey 203 293 496 27 commencing February 2004. 25.Smith Donald 274 404 678 48 53.Mussell Patricia 264 381 645 48 81.Mullan Pat 241 365 606 48 107.Marleau Deanna 181 299 480 32 26.Funk Rainer 286 391 677 53 54.Albhoose Sean 248 395 643 32 27.Burns Marie 259417 676 48 55.Maclellan Gary 267 374 641 45 Biggest Gain: 22.Lynch Seve - 57 Appointments by referral. 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Another “They haven’t been big ranked number one, and we formidable opponent could last game Tuesday to deter- for Scorpions teams in the mine if they would go on to competition in the past but beat them twice.” be tourney hosts Cowichan. final days of a successful the Vancouver Island we haven’t heard how they Many team members have GISS had its smallest win basketball season. With a Championships. are doing this year.” played together since Grade margins over Cowichan, few good bounces, some of GISS played in the North With three wins and six 6 but Hunsberger believes with only a two-point lead these teams could even rep- Islands league, which opted losses, Salt Spring has had a they improved with every resent Salt Spring in the in one game and a nine- to not have a tournament this rebuilding year following game this season. island championships. point lead in the other, he year, said Scorpions player graduation of the team’s “We’ve got Lyall All four basketball teams said. Kim Cormack. starting line-up in 2003. [Ruehlen] as a coach this at Gulf Islands Senior “If they’re really motivat- “We have to win this A team highlight this year year. He’s awesome.” Secondary (GISS) are gear- ed and it’s in their gym, game.” was a match against Mark ing up for tournaments this Even though the bulk of [Cowichan] could win.” Preparing for the match, Isfeld Secondary that count- week as they look to wrap the team was in Grade 11 Cormack believed the ed as a double win because up the year. last year, they still placed Junior boys The junior boys will play Scorpions had a good the team had previously can- fourth in the islands. They celled a game. Senior boys expect to improve on that their first game of the mid- chance against Woodlands. The senior boys might record this year, he said. islands at GISS Thursday. even have a chance at the Friday and Saturday they provincials. They’ve already Junior girls will go to Mount Prevost to DR. YVETTE MENARD gone undefeated through The junior girls only lost challenge the best teams in league play (7-0) and will one game this season and the area with an aim at the SIDNEY, BC likely earn a berth in the they’re intent on a rematch. island championships. • New patients welcome South Vancouver Island “We’re going to beat the “We have to beat • Open Saturdays Championships if they per- team we lost to, we’re so Shawnigan Lake to get into form up to their standards in determined,” said junior girl the Islands. But they’ve • Friendly, caring the mid-islands next week. Kylin Lee. already beaten us twice,” dental team But it hasn’t all been a A combination of success- said junior boys post Eland cake walk. The GISS seniors ful three-point shots from Bronstein. 102-2460 Bevan, Sidney 656-9321 won their last game by one Brentwood and a short The Scorpions are ranked point against Brentwood bench of islanders contribut- fourth in the league with www.dr-menard.com (64-63) on February 3. ed to the loss, she said. four wins over eight games “We were down the whole An ocean dip by Scorpion HOOPSTER: Avery this season. game,” said Jeremy Byron. Jill Foley on the way to the Brown, with 14 points, “We played the hardest At one point, the Brentwood game could have leads GISS junior girls to teams all season,” said point Scorpions were behind 13 chilled her scoring efforts, a 54-14 win over guard Kirby Garside. Income Tax noted teammate Daniella points. 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But Bryan Hunsberger recent game, Avery Brown to temper their confidence sunk a three-point shot with led scoring with 12 points in with caution, said coach four seconds left on the a 54-14 win over Chemainus Jack Barclay. clock to win the game. He on February 3. Scorpions The girls might get a re- PRICES WINTER EFFECTIVE HOURS Sun. Feb 8 to 8AM Sat. Feb 14 While supplies TO 8PM Every Rain Cloud last has a “Growing for the Heart of Vancouver Island” Silver Forester “GARDEN CENTRE” LOTS OF PRIMULAS SUNSHINE MIX #1 GREAT $ 99 3.8 cu. ft. COLOURS 89¢ 4 in 17. 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CLASSIFIED HOTLINE: Youth soccer kicks up action on the fields 537-9933 kick that deflected into the minutes into the second half SOCCER net. when Kirby Garside sent Kate Parker was a strong Liam Johnson on a dash into sweeper for the first three the attacking zone. With a HOT TUB KICKS quarters of the game. When quick release, he gave Salt Sales/Service • The Salt Spring moved up to forward she Spring the insurance goal. Roadrunners came out exploded with energy, win- Minutes later Tavis February Special!! strong and controlled play in ning two consecutive goals. Morton crossed the ball OZONATORS a 2-0 match against Gorge Gromme used speed and towards the 18-yard box last Saturday at Portlock agility to score again near where DJ Lake headed it Installed $175 Park. the end of the game. onto the feet of Bob Byron, Early in the first half, the As keeper, Kristi Lee who made it three for Salt • New & Used Equipment Roadrunners were awarded a made a spectacular save as Spring. • Filters & Supplies corner kick. Grace Morgan she palmed a penalty shot But Cordova Bay was not crossed a hard low pass to up and over the net with one out of it and added two to H. Hermann Sierra Lundy who blasted hand. their side in quick succes- Pool & Spa the ball past the Gorge keep- The opposition was domi- sion. Salt Spring then denied er to make it 1-0 for Salt nated by the fast and fancy Villa the equalizer and now 537-5147 Spring. footwork of Katelyn Girard, advances to the next round. See Our Ad in Lions Directory The Roadrunners contin- while Jessica Harkema used ued to move the ball well in her head and feet, driving the second half and had sev- ON THE BALL: U11 Roadrunner Jody Pringle runs many balls forward with lots eral scoring chances. Then through the midfield with the ball in soccer action of power. Have we got Sofia Sherrin kicked a nice Saturday at Portlock Park. Photo by Derrick Lundy Amy Zacharias was fast pass to Sydney Kazakoff, and moved the ball well, and who passed the ball to an rejected the other team’s defence. Ivy Staker was tire- Sam Bird pressured the YOUR number open Sierra Lundy on the opposition. less both forward and back, opposition into making mis- in the Lions Club SSI Directory? right side of the field. Lundy The midfield was made up and Olivia Budd helped con- takes time and again. ran in and placed the ball of a number of different trol the midfield. • Cordova Bay Villa knew neatly in the corner of the players throughout the game, Salt Spring got on the that Salt Spring could upset net to make it 2-0 for Salt including Charlie Holmes, scoreboard with just 20 sec- their chances to advance To add your new listing... or Spring. Glen Keough, Ben Hunter, onds left in the game when into the semi-final round of Jody Pringle moved the Dylan Hatchard, Austin Danica Lundy sent a ball the B.C. Cup playoffs and To change your current listing ball well and ran hard in the Steffich, Van Hullebush, from midfield out to winger Salt Spring’s U15 Strikers midfield, while Rebekah Lee Bryn-Thorn, Ben Barter and Emily Rothwell. Rothwell knew it too. Both teams in the next Salt Spring Island did an excellent job of shut- Eric Rothwell. crossed it to an open Lara came out early, refusing to ting down Gorge on All displayed great pass- Coelho, who put it neatly yield any ground to the Directory, complete a “Change of defence. ing, early shots and great into the back of the net. opponent. Also, Kai Fishleigh played ball movement at both ends • Last weekend saw a dou- Salt Spring keeper Charlie Information Card” located in the aggressively in goal for the of the field. ble-header victory for Salt Stimpson was called upon to current phone book and drop it in Roadrunners and helped stop The high target position Spring’s U14 girls. shore up the defence with the opposition from scoring. (or striker) was played by On Saturday they won 3-0 several key saves as the the mail, or in one of the black • The Salt Spring U11 Barter, Rothwell and Zach against Gordon Head. Strikers struggled to break boys played an action- Corley, who were all effec- Megan Robinson put away down the opponents’ tactics. boxes located at CIBC, Bank of packed game against Gorge tive, showing great hustle the first two goals with great At the 20-minute mark last Saturday, losing 2-0. and determination, and mak- timing and Jen Walls fol- the home team started to Montreal, Credit Union or the Post Coaches, players and par- ing some great runs with the lowed with the third. split Villa’s defence with ents were all pleased with ball. Sunday’s semi-final cup through-balls to the forward Office. the effort and especially the • A U13 squad from game ended in a 7-0 victory line. Ten minutes later Rusty development of Salt Spring’s Sooke lost its first game of against Lake Hill. Fedberg drew the defence We’ll take it from there! play. the season when it took on Kayla Gromme got the off balance and rifled the The game featured some Salt Spring’s U13 girls two first goals in the first ball to the back of the oppo- stellar goalie play by both Saturday at the lower high half — one after creating an nents’ net. Noah (Vanilla) Van school field. opening and firing fast, and The remainder of the Hullebush and Liam Budd, The two teams played a the other by snapping the game was scoreless until 15 with each making some tight, closely-matched game ball out of the air with a great saves and distributing with each side unable to roundhouse kick. the ball effectively for the penetrate the opposition’s Helena Bryn-McLeod did counter-attack. defence. a double break away and The defence of Noah Keeper Olivia Morgan nailed a goal. Havelaar, Justin Rainsford made some great saves, Caitlyn Pal drove hard the and Arlo Bryn-Thorn made a while Britney Oswell made entire game and was reward- solid wall that continually some stellar moves on ed with a goal from a strong IMPORTANT NOTICE TO EMPLOYERS

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SSI, V8K 2V9 Meditation G.I. Secondary School Meeting Room advertising account. Tel: (250) 537-1022 FOR A complete calendar of with Platonic Solids 10am to 4pm Special guest speaker: 32 MEETINGS PLACING AN AD Fax: (250) 537-2012 coming events check the facilitated by Driftwood Community Angelique Amiras Feb. 14 Seed & Plant Exchange Dr. Malcolm Bond NOTICE OF Salt Spring Island • In person at our office at Calendar, in our office in the Feb. 15 Salt Spring Volunteers SPCA Annual General 328 Lower Ganges Road, As Healing tools Ganges 8 CARD OF THANKS Upper Ganges Centre, 328 Meeting, will take place February 28, 2004 at the Lower Ganges Road, or on Understand the beauty of SATURDAY NIGHT FEATURE SUBSCRIBE • By telephone, 250-537-9933, OUR THANKS to the many Lions Hall 103 Bonnett Ave or fax, 250-537-2613 friends for their cards and kind our website at http://www.gul- nature & the human body “ ” from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. for fislands.net. Use the calendar Amandla to one of • By email to thoughts in memory of Noel Access the sacred geometry with Rudwadzano the purpose of electing mem- for event planning, to make bers of the Community [email protected] Bracher who passed away of your creation Canada’s Jan. 25, 2004. Eric and Grace sure your date doesn’t conflict • Live Music • Food Advisory Committee for the (no attachments please) Bracher and family. with someone else’s. Seven 1.5 hr sessions Child supervision available best Branch as well as conducting • By post to Driftwood, Feb 27 - April 9 any other business of the 328 Lower Ganges Road, A HUGE THANK You to Jim & WATERCOLOUR classes. In co-operation with Branch. For further informa- Beginner or intermediate, 6 Fridays 6:00-7:30 $140 newspapers! Salt Spring Island, B.C. Melodie for organizing the Travelling World tion on the meeting or to V8K 2V3. bonspiel. Good curling, deli- weeks, Starting Feb 10 or 12. Ganges Yoga Studio Community Film obtain a copy of the draft Gulf Islands cious lunch, great prizes, Fun Max 5 students. Contact Upper Level Grace Pt Sq Festival agenda, please contact 537- POLICIES Day! [email protected] 537-2444 2123. Please check your ad after the first insertion. Should an error appear in an advertisement, Driftwood Publishing Ltd. is only liable for the amount paid for the space occupied by the por- tion of the advertisment in which the error DRIFTWOOD CLASSIFIEDS DEADLINE: MONDAY 5PM occurred. Driftwood Publishing Ltd. will accept responsibility for only one incorrect insertion. 36 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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If you are receiving Employment FLOORING INSTALLATION [email protected] Salt Spring Island Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission National Credit Counsellors. Insurance Benefits (or have requires camp leaders for its 2004 Camp Colossal summer The Annual General 1-888-777-0747. www.nccc.ca Assistant required, (carpet and PENINSULA COMMUNITY Services requires casual, certi- received these benefits within the daycamp program. Camp Colossal is a 2 month, Monday to Meeting will be held vinyl). Must have own reliable last 3 years) we have a variety of Friday program, that takes place in July and August with a focus PAY $0 TAX in 2003. fied Community Health Workers on Monday, February Get it all back www. vehicle. Please call 537-9112 or programs available to assist you. on local outdoor activities for children in the 5 to 12 age group. UnusedRRSPloans.ca. 1-800- drop your resume into Ganges for Salt Spring Island. 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To order hide-a-bed $250. 2 antique duce the working drawings 250-578-7306 vanity dressers $175 each. 2 you’ll take to your contractor. SEE US FOR A FAST QUOTE LIONS GARAGE Sale: Friday www.dconover.com mmfa- area carpets. Wooden double PLEASE CALL ON ALL YOUR BUILDING & Saturday's only 10-12. [email protected] bed $50. Vintage lighting & old WALTER HUSER Many household items. Note: wood windows. 537-7861. HELSET DESIGN REQUIREMENTS! EXPERT CLOCK repair and We no longer offer pickups. We restoration - antiques my spe- & SONS 537-1037 do not accept appliances. Drop cialty. House calls, free esti- SALT SPRING Construction Ltd. • Flooring offs accepted only on Friday & and ask for Jim mates, reasonable rates. Book INI TORAGE Residential & Commercial • Heating Sat morning. Please no now for January Specials - M S garbage!! 103 Bonnet Ave. Personalized service • Eaves 20% off regular rates. Mark’s 347 Upper Ganges Road from plans to completion 236 FIREWOOD VALENTINE’S DAY garage Clockworks, 537-5061. "When convenience • Plumbing sale at Fulford School, and security matter" 218 CLEANING SERVICES 537-5247 - 537-5092 KID’S BIKE trailer. Adam’s • Roofing Saturday Feb. 14th, 10am to Explorer, never used, holds 537-5888 Salt Spring Island KONIG & DAUGHTER 2pm. Donations are welcome two. Great deal. 537-1010. SUPERCLEAN for our art program fundraiser. FIREWOOD For all your building Call 653-9383. VIOLIN, $315. FREEZER, • RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL Serving Salt Spring 22 years requirements, large or small! $200. Oil lamps, barbecue, MERIT WINDOW CLEANING • Organically Grown Firewood MULTI-FAMILY, 10 - 2, Sat. books, misc. etc. 537-0747. FURNITURE • ROOF & GUTTER CLEANING • FIREWOOD LOGS WANTED Feb. 14 & Sun. Feb. 15. KILN DRIED spalted maple, 2” 1-250-746-5527 • WCB INSURED • REASONABLE (will compensate owner) Furniture, collectables & lots of slabs in long lengths, up to 24” in the old Country Grocer Building RATES • RELIABLE SERVICE • great stuff. 105 Beddis Road. 537-9531 804 Fulford-Ganges Rd. wide, $2 - $3/board foot. 653- 2956 BOYS ROAD, DUNCAN John • 538-0299 or 537-7140 Doors locked until 10:00 a.m. Open Mon. - Sat. 9:30 - 5:30, Sun. 12 - 5 “Quality Homes 537-4978 Early birds left out in the cold. 4758. of Distinction” HONEST OL’S First of two weekend sales. 6 INCH CHIPPER, complete • Fabric sofa & loveseat ...... $499.99 322 COMPUTERS Same again Feb. 21/22. with 500 cu. ft. dumping box on 220 CONCRETE FIREWOOD trailer for rent. 653-4758. • Leather sofa & loveseat . . . . .$1699.99 •GUARANTEED CORD COMPUTER PROBLEMS? 342 GARDEN SUPPLIES SALT SPRING Vacuum - • Mat & boxspring starting at . . .$199.99 Cut, Split & delivered Set-ups, Installing Software, Large selection of bags and • Leather chair & ottoman . . . . .$199.99 Building Island Homes •Cedar fence rails Tutoring, Internet.Your place or SANDSTONE FOR your land- belts. On-island service work. for three generations. ours.Yes, we make house calls scape creations - patio, gar- New and used vacuums for • Table & 4 chairs ...... $299.99 Kent John 653-4165 days/evenings/ wkends. den, retaining walls. 653-9468 sale. Also, sales & installation 537-5463 537-9857 $25/hr. Over 20 years exp. or 537-7875 (cell). of built-in vacuums 537-0066. www.meritfurnitureduncan.com Fax 537-5407 Phone Robert. 537-2888. GULF 282 ROOFING Arvana Consulting. COAST OLD MACS never die but these aren’t much us to us. 1. MATERIALS Gulf Quad 650, 32 MB RAM, 220 Serving the Gulf Islands Island MB HD, 14” monitor, $100. 2. the LAST BLAST Salt Spring, Galiano, Quad 800, 32 MB, 300 MB !!! CONSTRUCTION Ltd. Standing Seam HD, 13” monitor, $100. 537- Mayne, Penders “Building quality West coast 4583. homes since 1987” Metal Roofing • READY MIX USED MAC 9500/G3/300MHz, after inventory • WASHED GRAVEL * NEW HOME FOR WATER COLLECTION SYSTEMS 320Mb RAM, CDROM, 9Gb • REINFORCED STEEL CONSTRUCTION, SHAKE / SHINGLE HD, OS 9.2.2, 15" display + • BAGGED CEMENT RENOVATIONS TORCH-ON MEMBRANES scanner $495 call 537-5931. clear-outs -up to 70% off & DESIGN • SEPTIC TANKS SERVING THE GULF ISLANDS FOR 20 YRS RELEASE YOUR Inner Geek! • SCAFFOLDING RENTAL * YOUR PLANS tel (250) 381-2157 Learn to use your computer for this weekend - on our second floor OR OURS cell (250) 361-5028 fax (250) 383-2193 Art, Business & Personal 537-2611 LANCE VAESEN ROOFING LTD Projects. Small group classes Dave Renick & private tutoring available. Rainbow Road Ph/Fax 537-1796 1184 SUMMIT AVE,VICTORIA BC V8T 2P9 FRENCH RBL#22679 www.lancevaesenroofing.com Photoshop specialist, website WOOLRICH design, layout & more. Andrea COATS 537-9935. DRESSING LADIES Home Sweet Home 291 UPHOLSTERY USED MAC G3/233MHz beige, 448Mb RAM, CD-RW, JACKETS The business directory for home and 40Gb HD, OS 9.2.2, 15" dis- • MOCK TURTLES household services play + scanner $495 call 537- • JACKETS Blue Velvet 5931. • TURTLE-NECKS Every week in the Classifieds! • PANTS VESTS Call 537-9933for details Upholstering • SHIRTS 325 Rainbow Rd. MEN Gulf Islands Apple Authorized VAR • SHIRTS 537-4369 Macintosh MENS/LADIES 1/2 price

Hardware • G5 • G4 • iMac Up to • FAUX SUEDE 60 WORK WANTED 116 CLEANING 160 SEWING • PowerBook • eMac • iBook • 70% off AND Software • OS X • Cubase NON FICTION HANDYMAN WITH 30 yrs. GULF ISLANDS Carpet and GAIL TEMMEL Seamstressing, • Logic Audio • Final Cut Pro • SHEEPSKIN experience in home mainte- Upholstery Care. See this ad 653-4613. Repairs, alterations, Training • OS X • OS 9 nance: carpentry, plumbing, and receive 10% off cleaning. remakes, consultations & • PhotoShop • PageMaker LADIES painting, yard work, gutters, 537-4944 or toll free 1-888- classes. 22 years eclectic • FileMaker • Audio building envelope leaks. Kelly 537-4944. island experience. SWEATERS • ALL STYLES RIBBED 537-4436. Upgrades GARBAGE GURU’S.com 126 EYEGLASSES 156 RENTALS Serving Salt Spring since 2002 MENS/LADIES COTTON Clean up and hauling. Family 1/2 price run. Best prices in town. David PARTY RENTALS TOPS 537-1984. JJ’S MAINTENANCE & Gulf 2 TABLES • V-NECK Repairs. “The Personal Touch for information: ALL BRANDS is very important to me.” All Islands 250-537-5931 • TURTLE-NECK aspects of home repairs & Optical www.tarrisinnovations.ca • CREW NECK small renos. 25 yrs. experi- ALL ence, free estimates, excellent Tuesday-Friday BEST QUALITY • PARKHURST rates, seniors’ discount. Local BIGGEST SELECTION 330 FOOD PRODUCTS 10:00-5:00 “DEPEND ON US” references. Call John 537- 323 Lower Ganges Road BEEF FOR sale. Salt Spring STRETCH 9197. www.rentalstop.ca • WOOLRICH OTHER (Lancer Building) #1-327 Rainbow Rd. 538-0388 born & raised, grass & grain RICHARD WEATHERALL fed (no additives) half or quar- PANTS (Optician) ter, cut & wrapped, ready for • POINT ZERO DELLOWS your freezer. Also cattle for COATS 537-2648 Office PARTY TIME LANDSCAPING sale. 653-4352. • FRENCH TERRY AND HANDYMAN SERVICE 537-2214 Emergencies RENTALS • etc... • INTERLOCK is now scheduling Up to appointments for work. From TENTS to UTENSILS 335 FURNITURE • LAWNCUTTING 142 MUSICAL SERVICES •NO GST •LOWEST PRICES 70% off •BEST SERVICE QUEEN LOFT BED • GARDENING HARD-DRIVING ROCK 'n' roll, CUSTOM MADE SOLID 1/2 price 1/2 price • HOME MAINTENANCE tender ballads, sweet blues Pick ups at Love My Kitchen (ONTARIO) PINE “Fine • HOME REPAIRS and upbeat reggae music for Susan or Joy 537-4577 Furniture” piece - • CARPENTRY your birthday party, wedding beautiful, rare and • YARD CLEAN-UP reception or any excuse you 537-0909 cell unique, MASTER • PRUNING• PAINTING may have to get friends [email protected] Carpentry, requires an • POWER WASHING together and dance. DNA is a 11ft ceiling or higher, turn GLOVES, MITS, SCARVES, HATS one room into 2 levels, 7ft LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE six-piece Salt Spring band with lots of experience, good musi- clearance underneath ALL 1/2 PRICE CALL JOHN 537-9417 cal variety and professional bed, raised by four sound, lights and effects. For Merchandise colonial posts, 11”x2” bookings, call Dave: 538-0300. boards on edges and 116 CLEANING stairs. Full schematic, 148 PETS/LIVESTOCK 302 APPLIANCES including hardware, too CLEAN SWEEP.Revolutionary many beautiful details to Residential Cleaning. BED & BISCUIT dog minding. MAYTAG WASHER. Newer list - worth $3500, offers Subversive Natural Products. Quality in-home boarding and model heavy duty, extra large welcome - health sale - Radically Honest Shine. 653- daycare. Reasonable rates. capacity top loading. Almond pictures available for 30 30 4503. (Long tern resident with References avail. Convenient color, works like new. $200. serious enquiries. 9 - 5 Mon-Sat Sunday 11-4 references.) to ferry. Call Donna 653-4044. 537-8426. 250-384-8030 DRIFTWOOD CLASSIFIEDS PHONE 537-9933 OR FAX: 537-2613 38 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

350 MISC. FOR SALE 350 MISC. FOR SALE 370 PETS/LIVESTOCK 410 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 520 HOUSES FOR RENT 530 SHARED ACCOMMODATION 805 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS EXPERT WATCH repairs by MOVING SALE: must sell. HORSE RIDING Lessons. ONE OF A KIND TWO BEDROOM home, W/D. SINGLE’S DREAMHOME! 2 certified watchmaker. Located Pine dining room table (42 x Classical dressage, adults or Available now, $600/ month. loft rooms, each with ocean AUTO BODY between Crofton and Duncan. 76) w/6 side chairs, $250. children (7+). Private lessons Private treed 3.3 acre Call Mike 537-4620 evenings. glimpses, balcony, more - Serving the Cowichan Valley Solid oak coffee & 2 end on schooled horses or your 3 BDRM HOUSE, close to $600 each, includes all utili- over 25 years. Call L.D. Frank- tables, $75. White, round patio own horse. $35 per lesson. Southern exposure. Ganges. Short term rental for ties, laundry, ADSL internet. REPAIRS Jeweller and Watchmaker 250- table w/4 chairs & umbrella 653-4184. South end, CUSTOM 5 months now to June 30th Gorgeous home/property, 5 We are qualified to 748-6058 (Duncan). Saturday $50. White kitchen/workshop (negotiable). 604-541-2671 or min. drive to Ganges & ferry, do your job fully pick-up & delivery on Salt cabinets w/countertop & sink, 370 PETS/LIVESTOCK BUILT 3 bedroom 604-230-8557. $875 /month. woodshop, fruit trees. N/S, N/P. guaranteed Spring. $50. 434 Eagle Ridge Drive, home, attached shop. Suitable only for professional Avail March 1. 1-800-292- VACUUMS! VACUUMS! 537-1551. RIPLEES RANCH Super couple. 7966. Irwin Collision Premium pet foods, grooming Repairs, bags & belts, used FRIDGE, beige, 32”x68”, $100 Separate cabin. Field. FURNISHED COTTAGE, PERSON TO SHARE suite in vacuum bargains. Satisfaction products. Satisfaction guaran- Repairs Ltd. obo. Dishwasher, beige, $80 teed. Home delivery. Gulf 250-653-4557 Ganges Harbour view, 1 bed- Ganges. Own bedroom, L/R, guaranteed! Salt Spring Linen obo. Single stainless sink $50 room, quiet, short term, $575/ D/R, W/D, deck, garden, tele- 115 DESMOND CRESCENT & Drycleaners, 116 Hereford Islands Pet Supplies, obo. Garborator, $30 obo. 1 Authorized Distributor. Call 450 MOBILE HOMES mo., util. incl. References. 604- phone, satellite TV. $495/ mo. 537-2513 Avenue, Ganges. 537-2241. piece fiberglass shower enclo- Janine at 653-2095. 943-4630 or 537-4500. includes utilities. 537-1620. STORAGE TANKS: water, sep- sure, beige, 36”x36”, $150 3 BEDROOM, PARTLY reno- CHARMING 2 BDRM. obo. Peter 537-9858, cell 537- FREE TO the right home, tic, sewage-holding (polyethyl- beautiful, large, silver/grey vated, backs onto green Vesuvius cottage, recent reno, 535 SITUATIONS WANTED ene). Ecological Systems: 3202. long term, clean, quiet, N/S, neutered male cat. 3 yrs old, space. Small back yard, lake PROFESSIONAL MARRIED sewage-treatment plants, efflu- PAIR OF Paradigm 9se speak- friendly & gentle, likes to live water, wood stove or furnace. N/P, $750/month. Available AIR MILES ent filters. Visa, Mastercard, Feb. 1. Call 538-0252. nonsmoking couple looking to ers, great sound, medium size outside, needs sheltered sleep $25,000 obo. Call now, Corey are here! American Express accepted. (not bookshelf) $250 call Donn house-sit on SSI, Fall/Winter spot. 537-9161. 538-1644. OCEAN FRONT renovated & 2004. Contact Wayne or Pat @ GIS Sales & Rentals 653- at 537-5931. furnished, 1 bdrm, + sleeping 4013. (403) 843-6198. SAWMILL $4995.00 All new 379 FREE/RECYCLABLES 490 WEBSITES loft, with wrap-around deck, SSI SPALTED Maple Stair Super Lumbermate 2000, dock, D/W, W/D, W/B stove. 540 WANTED/RENTALS We value the island™ Parts 52 - 1 5/8 square spin- larger capacities, more SALT SPRING Island Recycle REAL ESTATE listings for the Avail Mar 1 for 4 months. dles 32 to 49 inches plus hand Depot is located at 349 Rainbow Gulf Islands are viewable any- Suits N/S, mature individual. COMPLETE options. Norwood Industries, EXCELLENT TENANTS seek AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS rail. $250 obo for the lot 653- manufacturer of sawmills, Rd. We are open Tuesday where in the world with $1100/mth 537-5880. new home, on-island family 4758. edgers and skidders. Free through Saturday, 10 am to 5 Internet access. www.gulfis- 1 BEDROOM COTTAGE , long with solid references looking Unleaded Fuels • Diesel MOVING, MUST sell: 12 ft alu- information 1-800-566-6899, pm. This service is operated by lands.net term, $700/ mo. including heat for long term rental. Call Mhari Tires• Batteries• Accessories minum boat w/ Johnson 15 HP ext. 400.OT Salt Spring Island Community & light. Available March 15. or Derek, 653-2412. 537-4554 or 537-9300 Services. Please call The motor, $1200 obo. Satellite CONGRATULATIONS, 500 APT/SUITES FOR RENT Reply to Dept. M, c/o The Monday–Saturday 8am–7pm dish (Star Choice) $75 obo. Recycle Depot at 537-1200, or Driftwood, 328 Lower Ganges FAMILY OF THREE seeking YOU'RE APPROVED, Get a Community Services at 537- LG. NEWLY renovated, 2 bed, south end home, 2 + bed- Sunday 9 am–6 pm 537-4560 leave message. genuine MDG Horizon Road, Salt Spring Island, BC, 9971 for information on materi- priv. ent., W/D, F/P, view, walk V8K 2V3. rooms. Privacy, yard, garden Corner of Rainbow Rd. and Jackson Ave. HOT-TUB FOR sale, mint con- Computer System for only als accepted for recycling. to Beddis Beach. N/P. $800 space, long term. Excellent dition,3 seater with lounger, $899 or just 81 cents per day. incl wood. Long or short term, SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM, fire- references. March 1 or sooner. new cover, new pump, rebuilt No money down, Don't delay, avail, now. 537-9642. place, 5 appliances, one bath, Call 653-0052. 815 BOATS & MARINE SERVICE spa-pack, includes 1 yr war- call today! 1-800-236-2504 379 FREE/RECYCLABLES lower half, big yard, garden, 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT, central. Available Immed. FAMILY LOOKING for sabbati- ranty, delivery and installation CORAL CALCIUM "EXTRA" $2400. 537-5147. FREE: ROOM humidifyer. close to beach. Suits quiet per- $975. Craig 537-1252. cal home for rent. 2+ bed- ISLAND MARINE the home of 100% pure Also, TV, works, AC/DC, black sons, $550 includes hydro, rooms, September 2004 to CONSTRUCTION SALTSPRING KAYAKING is marine coral calcium from & white. 537-5909. EXQUISITE PROVINCIAL June 2005. Prefer Salt Spring. cable. Available March 1. style luxury, 4 bedroom home Ross Walker 537-9710 open on the Fulford Wharf by Okinawa, Japan, from under References. 537-2476. Please email: www.islandmarine.ca appointment. Gently used the ocean. 1-866-319-0708 FREE: 16 cf chest freezer. situated on 2 highly land- Computer monitor. Both work. CUTE, FURNISHED bachelor [email protected] Practical solutions for your kayaks on sale now. Come Calgary;www.curecanada.com scaped acres. Close to a or phone 780-430-9886. waterfront development. paddling! 653-4222. . Email: betterhealth@cure- You pick up. Sue 537-4671. apartment, short or long term, Ganges. Water views, hot tub, N/S, $550/ mo. 537-5912. sauna, steam shower, pizza HARD WORKING, experi- Pile driving, ramps & floats. VARIOUS SIZED travel trailers canada.com. OFFICE CARPET, good condi- Local references. tion, approx 20’ x 12’. Call ATTRACTIVE 1 BEDROOM oven, Aga, hi-speed internet. enced, gardener needs home with additions available at DREAMING OF BEING a Owners moving to Europe. for 2. Long term, south, end. great prices, you remove. Also: tradesman? Check out car- Wendy 537-5268. garden apartment, suit quiet individual, N/S, no dogs (cat Available from March for at Ideally land with animals. 822 CAMPERS & TRAILERS truck, thermal windows. Craig penter, mechanic, plumber, FREE PORTABLE dishwasher least 2 years. Asking $2500 Open to options. Excellent ref- 537-1252. electrician, etc. 19 week & microwave, both work. 537- ok), available March 1 - August 31, $600/ mo. 537-2010. per month furnished. Contact erences 653-2032. BUILDING? NEED extra living CARPET STEAM Cleaners course provides skills, work 9926. 250 538-0003. WANTED IMMEDIATELY: space? 24’ 5th wheel trailer, light & easy to use. Now at placement. Opportunity for BRASS AND GLASS shelving COZY COTTAGE in the older model. $1900. 537-2988. woods, as new, 1 Bedroom beautiful house or cabin in Saltspring Drycleaners. 116 apprenticeship in chosen unit. Like new. 537-1866. peaceful, natural surroundings MOVING-MUST sell: Truck Hereford. Reserve today. 537- trade. Starts September, 2004. just east of St. Mary Lake. Island Explorer BOX SPRING & mattress, sin- $750/ month plus utilities. Property Management Ltd. for very quiet, financially camper shell, 78” x 81”, white, 2241. Fairview College. fits 1996 Chevy shortbed. On-campus residences. 1-888- gle bed, good shape. Please Quiet, N/S, N/P.538-1827. & Real Estate Services secure tenant seeking soli- MCPHEE GLASS Heart take away. 537-0650. tude. N/S, N/P.653-9122. Great shape, $170. 434 Eagle Pendants for Valentines, in a 999-7882. Fairview, Alberta; SPACIOUS, 1 BEDROOM, fur- 537-4722 ~ 1-800-800-9492 Ridge Drive, 537-1551. www.fairviewcollege.com. rainbow of colours, $90. WALL OVEN & counter top nished basement suite, W/D. HOUSE WANTED TO RENT Available at Thunderbird stove. Kenmore. Working con- Very private with own deck. 825 CARS, SALES Gallery in Grace Point Square. 351 MISC. WANTED dition. 653-4751. N/S, N/P.Share hydro. Close to BUILDER/ DESIGNER looking 250 537-8448. GREENHOUSE GLASS, 16” X town and beach. Refs.. Avail. for a long-term house to 1990 OLDS CUTLAS, loaded, KIDS PUZZLES. We’ll buy Mar. 1, $700. 537-5330. • 2 bdrm, view home, MOVING: MAPLE double bed- 16” approx. 40 panes. 537- North End, avail to end rent. Excellent references. mint condition, 143 Km. Must room suite, queen size 4- your used, complete, puzzles, 4669. June. $875 see $3500 obo. 538-1685. especially wooden ones, but Peter ...... 537-9858 poster bed, sofabed, colour 510 COMMERCIAL SPACE • 3 bdrm, sunny,private, clean, TAKE IT off my lawn!! Only no commercial (i.e. Disney) MICROWAVE, WHITE, works not suitable for young Cell ...... 537-3202 TV, parson’s bench. Sofa & well but it’s large. Call 537- $350--OBO '86 Chrysler- love seat. All in good condi- please. We also buy used 2 X 500 SQ. FT COMMER- children. Woodstove,W/D, books. Fables cottage 537- 4536. CIAL spaces for lease. 5thAve. Good island vehicle, tion. Other items. 537-5439. small workshop. Longterm, runs well but needs a jump to 0028 Upstairs finished for office or N/P. $1200 615 HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION SEVERAL PIECES of carpet prove it. 537-0621. WOULD YOU like to save 30 - studio, downstairs finished for • Cottage, 1 bdrm, bright, 70% on your long distance WANTED: WOOD exterior underlay, various sizes, good 5 STAR TIME share for rent. condition. Heavy metal stand, workshop. Located @ Longterm. W/D, woodstove. FOR SALE: 1985 Chevy. phone bill? Call 537-4055 to french doors; set of kitchen Cancun, Acapulco, Puerto Celebrity station wagon, $650. cupboards and standing dou- can be used as market Merchant Mews. $450 + triple N/P,N/C.Avail March 1st. $575 find out how. net. 537-0871. Vallarta, Mazatlan, Puerto 538-1708 after 6 p.m. ble stainless steel sink. umbrella stand. 537-1358. • Waterfront cottage, 1 bdrm, Penasco. Sleeps 8, kitchen, 2 FIVE - 5 BOLT, ford steel, 15” Inexpensive please. 537-1065. STREET-FRONT, stand-alone furnished, longterm. 1965 CORVAIR CONVERT- rims $50. Phone 537-4055. N/WD, N/P. $750 incl hydro bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Maid 994 s.f. shop available for service 537-8799. IBLE, collector plates, very WANTED: 8” BEVELED cedar 390 WEBSITES good condition, $8500. 537- HEWLETT RAND computer siding, approx. 500 linear feet, lease March 1st. Mrchant Island Explorer is a fully licenced, with Canon printer and new Mews across from Home TIMESHARE RESALES - Rii® 1665. knotty or not. 537-2865. SALT SPRING Music is on the bonded management company Stroman - Since 1979. Buy- ink cartridges, $100. Yamaha Internet at www.saltspringmu- Design Centre. Highly visible, under the laws of the B.C. Govt. 1995 SONATA FOR sale, 4 PSR-60 keyboard with Opus MY MOM said I could have a wonderful location. Richard sell-rent-exchange. Worldwide sic.com. Hear song samples selection. Call now! door, 165,000 km. Runs well, headphones, $75. 537-9822. hamster. Do you have a cage I 537-9125. $4500 obo. Please call 537- could buy? Call my mom, before you buy. Pay by cheque 1-800-201-0864. TEAK DINING room table with AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY: 9181. Andrea, 538-0116. or credit card. More than 40 GULF ISLANDS GETAWAY. extensions and 6 chairs for CDs available. 1468sf air-conditioned, 1989 TOYOTA TERCEL, 4door, sale, $175 obo. 537-9038. WANTED: 36” HOUSEHOLD heated, finished space at Rooms and cabins at beautiful auto, $1250. 537-9988. • 444 Mid Island west coast waterfront retreat. electric range in good working Merchant Mews, for lease. Long term , 2 bdrm, 4 appl NEW VOLKSWAGEN rooftop order. Jana’s Bakeshop 537- 390 WEBSITES Private, exclusive, and tran- 1987 HONDA ACCORD, carrier for any recent Golf VW. Ideal fo rany production/shop Unfurn N/P N/S $675 Model LXI, standard, deluxe 0029. SHOP LOCALLY at work. Richard 537-9125. quil. Daily and weekly rates $150. Also, new Inuk Kayak fit- • 455 Mid Island with most rooms starting at model, power everything with tings that fit into the carrier, www.shopsaltspring.ca online Long term, 2 bdrm, 4 appl sunroof, $800. 538-1720. directory and place ads for Unfurn N/P N/S $680 $100 per night (double occu- $225. Both strong and in good 360 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS 520 HOUSES FOR RENT pancy). Family accommoda- shape, incl. instructions/ tools personal items free! • 044 Mid Island UPRIGHT ARMAND piano, Long-term, 4 bdrm, 4 appl tion / rates available. 845 RV’S, SALES for installation. Call 537-8901. 3 BDRM 2 BATH, 1350 sqft, 2 Convenient ferry access. Call good condition, nice tone, levels, large yard, family ori- Unfurn N/P N/S $900 21’ R.V., 1979 Ford Frontier, MAKITA 16” 240 VOLT, heavy includes bench $1600. 537- Clam Bay Farm, 1-250-629- duty planer, $1000, evenings. ented, long-term, Maliview • 029 South Island 6313. www.clambay.com. custom pine cozy “cottage” 1064. $825/mth, 250-539-3678. Long-term, 2 bdrm, 4 appl interior, appliances/mechanics 653-4349. Real Estate Unfurn N/P N/S $950 WHAT DO Augusta, Pebble INVENTORY CLEARANCE work well. Great summer get- LONG, TOP quality sofa, pale 3 BEDROOM SINGLE level sale continued this week due • 033 Mid Island Beach and Capilano have in away/winter rental. $7950. rose floral, $300; approx. 5 x 9 410 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE duplex, Maliview, W/D, Sat., Long-term, 1 bdrm, 2 appl common? Golf courses where 537-5562. Tibetan hand hooked area car- to road construction. Parking N/S, N/P, Avail Mar. 1. $780. Furn, with courtesy laundry facilities at back of building off Oakville Fairview College Turfgrass pet, deep rose colour, cost 537-6599. N/P N/S $1000 graduates work. You could too. St. Guitars, amps, keyboards EIGHT CONTEMPORARY $3000, $450. Eves. only 537- homes. 1200 - 1500 sq. ft., QUAINT 3 BDRM cottage in • 106 Mid Island One and two year turfgrass If you can tow it, 2845. & accessories up to 40% off. Lease until owners return in June programs start September, Sidney Musicworks 9711 Fifth $28,000 - $48,000. Large Fulford Harbour, claw foot tub, wood stove, garden, W/D, 3 Furn, 1 bdrm, 4 appl 2004;www.fairviewcollege.com we can service it RELIANT 8" electric bench St. 656-1900 character bungalow/cottage. N/P N/S $1100 saw, $80. Remington 14" elec- 250-656-1387, www.nickel- min to ferry, N/S, pets ok, $975 1-888-999-7882. • Hitches ARMSTRONG SILVER flute, avail immediately 604-255- • 388 Mid Island tric chain saw, $20. 537-2051. bros.com Waterfront long-term lease • Horse Trailers very good condition, $675. 5230. 690 WEBSITES • Boat Trailers • RV’s DISHWASHER, BUILT-IN, $20. Violin and bow, $100. WATERFRONT PALACE. Sunny 3 bdrm, 6 appl Fridge, small, $20. Kid’s bike, SPACIOUS, 1 BEDROOM Unfurn N/S $1300 Evenings 537-2938. Eagles, sunsets, privacy. ACCOMMODATION INFOR- PARTS & SERVICE 16”, $20. Metal blinds, 22”, $10 Lasqueti Island, $1,500,000, modern home, available. Close • 400 Mid Island MATION for the Gulf Islands is ea. 538-1791. LARIVEE ELECTRONIC gui- Jim 250-333-8669. to ocean. $700/ mo. 537-9754. Manfactured home on lot 1-800-665-9942 No pad fee, 3 appl a mouse-click away. www.gul- www.trianglerv.com EDDY BAUER infant car seat, tar with hard case, $275. BURGOYNE BAY- completely fislands.net Peavey amp, $375. Samick 1.25 ACRES WATERFRONT. N/P N/S $775 $35. Eddy Bauer stroller, $45. Views and privacy, excellent refurbished duplex. 2 bdrm., Mountain Equip. baby back Bass with bag, $260. Yorkville nicely appointed, must see. • 288 Mid Island amp, $150. Dunlop Crybaby investment property. Lasqueti High bank water, long-term, 2 bdrm pack, $80. Wooden Crib, $25. Island, $150,000 firm. Jim Large private lot. Suits couple. 4 appl, unfurn N/P N/S $875 Battery-powered ride-on ATV pedal, $70. Suzuki beginner Prefer N/S, N/P. Ref. required. guitar, $35. 537-1422. 250-333-8669. • 322 Mid Island in Sidney • Close to the Ferry (1 - 3 yrs.) $25. Step 2 outdoor $800/mo. [email protected] Long-term lease, 3 bdrm, 4 appl slide/fort, $85. Ph. 538-5503. VACATION PROPERTY with or 537-7771. Transportation HEINTZMAN UPRIGHT piano, Unfurn N/P N/S $1250 850 TIRES GET (IT) STUFFED Mural as is, where is. Great piano for trailer at "The Glen" near Mt. GREAT OPPORTUNITY for Baker $12,500US. call Maddy • 344 Mid Island Balloons is open all day, Feb. children taking lessons. $300. sabbatical! Beautiful West Long-term lease, 3 bdrm, 5 appl 820 BOATS & MARINE, SALES www.discounttires-autore- 14 at 272 Rainbow Rd. Call 537-9617. at 537-5931. Coast style home with expan- Unfurn N/P N/S $1300 pairs.com. Guaranteed tires Advance orders taken. 250 ROLAND SC-88VL SOUND OKANAGAN LAKEFRONT. sive water views. 4 bdrms, 3 Royal Property Management CAL 28’ SAILBOAT completely from $10. 2920 Jacklin 537-4394. Canvas MIDI module, great Resort style living in the bthrms, office. Access to equipped, including 5 sails, (Langford). 1-888-383-1050. BEAUTIFUL IVORY beaded sounds $325. InterM PA vibrant desert community of waterfront walks, tennis Phone 537-5577 propane stove w/oven, wedding gown with train. Size Amplifier, 2x150/1x300 watts, Osoyoos. Full ownership, lake- courts, kayaks, Lasers etc. anchors, inflatable dinghy, 855 TRUCKS/4X4S 8. Offers. 537-2182. like new $250 obo. Call Donn front villas and condos for Lease duration (approximately 530 SHARED ACCOMMODATION Yamaha 9.9. $11,500. 537- at 537-5931. recreational or full-time use. one year), start date June or 1933. 1990 FORD F250 Lariat, 4 x KITCHEN WOODSTOVE, July. $2000/mth 537-1309. 4, new tires, 1 ton springs, great shape, $750. 537-4208. EDIROL DA-2496 PCI digital Prices starting in low ROOM FOR rent $325, all 1993 ACHILLES - MODEL HB, $100,000s. 1-866-738-1002. FAMILY SUMMER vacation 124 Sport, centre console, $4950. 537-4759. SHELVING UNIT, 59” x 59” x audio interface, Mac or PC like inclusive in a big funky house, new $600. Yamaha ProMix-01 www.casa-del-lago.ca. home on the lake. Monthly, 10 minute walk from Ganges. trailer, EZ loader. Power: 1993 1981 FORD BRONCO 4 X 4, 15” w/16 compartments, Co-operators Real Estate mechanically very good, runs maple finish. As new, ideal for 16 x 4 digital mixer, great N/S, pet negotiable. Starting For more info call Michel 538- 40 hp Yamaha. Asking $4000 albums, books, knick knacks, sound, effects, one channel Services Inc. May 1st. Phone 537-0880. 0122. obo. 537-4202. great. $1500. 537-5852. office stuff. $225. 537-1283. not working, $500 537-5931. DRIFTWOOD CLASSIFIEDS: email: [email protected] GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 39 900 TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY This Week’s Horoscope THE PRODUCTION of “Alice” at the Aries (Mar 21 Apr. 20) Leo (Jul 22 - Aug 21) Sagittarius (Nov 21 - Dec Middle School needs to borrow a Stirrings and awakenings to new Deepening bonds with family and 20) Big changes are stirring close PREMIUM USED CARS large teapot or kettle. 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Still, it takes courage to into glamour and superficiality at gatherings in your home might fulfill 4204. Sunday, February 15 until Monday, 9957. flow with the currents. This is where this time. Music, dance and/or poet- the need. To this end, renovations February 23. I look forward to seeing 1991 PLYMOUTH GRAND Voyager WE ARE looking for a fridge for free. faith and vision come in. Are you ry are likely sources of inspiration. and new decorating ideas are likely. you again Tuesday, February 24. thinking too much or are you simply Meanwhile, your ambitions are You can even make this process LE. Lots of km. but still good, $2500 Cathy. Please hurry, the ice cream is melt- obo. Evenings 537-2938. ing. Call Michel at 538-0122. accepting things as they are? beginning to soar. You are ready for reason for good company. NOW TAKING reservations for the These include your feelings. new things and your whole lifestyle PRICE SLASHED!!! 2000 Dodge LOOK OUT! The SSI Community Pisces (Feb 20 - Mar 20) upcoming gardening season. Acceptance of self and others is the is on the verge of change. Color There is a new you emerging and Caravan 46,600 km., full warranty for Education “Spring Program” starts on key. Let go of the illusion of control. your world with new hues and 19 months, well equipped, $13,500. Weekly/ Bi-weekly service. Phone you are excited about the 537-8367 before we’re too busy! March 6. Registration begins Feb. 28. styles. 537-4328. No G.S.T. Details a’ comin! Cancer (Jun 21 - Jul 21) prospects. This implies a greater DON’T FORGET to stop at “The Clearing the old to make way for Scorpio (Oct 22 - Nov 20) degree of freedom. To achieve your 900 TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY Shop” to grab your sweetheart a cool WHITE WARDROBE, 65” x 21” x 32”, the new continues. This may imply You are on the verge of some sig- goals you may have to make some T-shirt or top for $20. Sale runs from $75. 3.5 hp. gas lawnmower w/grass thought and behaviour patterns and nificant creative awakenings. This unpopular decisions. The ability to THE LOCAL, the new private liquor Feb. 11 - 14. Located in front of catcher, $50. Old saw (2 man) $25. attitudes as well as stuff. The time may come from kindling old flames be true to your heart is necessary store and pub at the waterfront end Moby’s. Men’s and ladies clothing. Projector screen, $25. Bookshelf has come to push through and or sparking new ones altogether. for success. Remember, you cannot of Gasoline Alley is inviting all com- (free).Windsurfer (no sail) $100. 537- beyond the past. Perhaps it is the Are you ready for new love? Maybe please all the people all the time. I’M BACK - The Bicycle Shop is 6227. munity groups and organizations to open, Tues. - Fri. 10 - 4 & Sat, 11 - ? end of a chapter or maybe you are it is a mode of expression or a new Furthermore, if it is actually true for register for their new Community COMING SOON, Mom’s on The Run. even on the verge of the next job rather than someone special you, then it is ultimately true for 135 McPhillips Ave. See our ad on them. Get ready to take a leap of Chest program. For help with your Page 2 of this week’s Driftwood. sequel in the epic that your life is. and new that you desire. State your fund raising efforts drop in and see PIZZA NIGHT @ Barb’s? You bet!! Mourn the ending if you must. Then dreams and desires yet keep an faith into new experiences. Sharon, Talitha or Steve to sign up HOUSE WANTED to rent. Gourmet, thin crust, round pizzas. with a wink at the audience, both open mind as to how things might your group. For more info call 537- Builder/Designer looking for long Friday, February 27. PS - we’re visible and invisible, await your next unfold. He unexpected is expected WINE (9463). term house to rent. Excellent refer- licensed. cue and take to the stage for your to arrive soon. Open your mind and Michael O’Connor ences. Peter 537-9858, cell 537- FOR RENT: 1 bdrm house, ocean- new role once again. heart to the possibilities. INFRA-RED SAUNA, save $5 on Astrological Counselling sessions at Eight Branches every 3202. view, bright & sunny, comes with cat. Wednesday & Thursday until the end GARBAGE GURU’S.com Clean up $600 + util, avail March/April, possi- of February. 538-1701. and hauling. Family run. Best prices ble long-term. 537-1503. rain- [email protected] HEY GUYS! We’ve got some sweet in town. David 537-1984. Spirit of Salt Spring SELF-CONTAINED STUDIO, sepa- Spirit of Salt Spring treats for your Valentine that aren’t WE HAVE 4 tickets for Randy fattening and last much longer than Bachman on Saturday Feb 21 and rate entrance, shared bathroom, fire- flowers...Gold and silver jewellery, need to trade for Thursday or Friday place, large organic garden. $425 precious and semi-precious stones. night. Help! 538-1946. incl util. Close to Ganges, suits single female. 537-4723. The Spirit of Beautiful Canadian diamonds! Seiko TARRIS IMAGING providing giclée Legion $teps up, once again watches and Derek Alexander fine fine art printing service. Call 537- STITCHES QUILT Shop Inventory Salt Spring is a leather goods. Something for every 5931 for more info or visit www.tar- Sale. Feb. 14 & 15, 30 - 50% off regular feature taste and budget at Family Jewels, risimaging.ca select items. See our website for sale Seen here are: in the Driftwood 161 Fulford-Ganges Road. Tuesday - information and description of knit- LOST CAT: mostly white, gray tail, Catherine Bennett, for local businesses Saturday, 10 - 5. 538-5560. ting & quilting courses. 537-8985. Meals on Wheels; top of left ear missing. Very nervous. www.stitchesquiltshop.com. and organizations WANTED: FIREWOOD logs (will 537-4455 Sheryl Watkins, compensate owner). Will also deal and Andrew Brown to publicize with your windfalls and danger trees. of Greenwoods, charitable Konig & Son Firewood, 537-9531. receiving cheques donations. GULF ISLANDS Optical. 50% refund from Barb Todd on the cost of your eye test when you and Ron Seymour First-come, purchase a full set of frames and PREMIUM USED TRUCKS of the Legion. first-served basis lenses. Lancer Bldg. 537-2648. as space permits. INTERNET ACCESS Dependable, www.saunders.subarudealer.ca alt Spring Branch 92 of the Royal Canadian Legion, presents a dona- local dial-up from $8.95 mo, ADSL Gulf Islands from $29.95 mo. Website hosting tion to the Meals on Wheels program operated through Lady Minto DriftwoodYOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1960 $14.95 mo. Technical support avail- SHospital. The branch has donated enough funds to sponsor four able 7 days a week. Call Barb 538- hungry people on Salt Spring for an entire year. The Legion has also paid 328 Lower Ganges Rd 0052 www.saltspringinternet.com See us for a fast for a much needed dressing cart for the nursing department of Greenwoods. 537-9933 SLEEP NIGHTS Naturally. Doctor formulated Chinese herbs. Request free sample quote on all your Salt Spring’s www.saltspringherbals.com or Box Got something to SELL? 355 Salt Spring Island, BC, V8K From a hat to a 2W1. building requirements! Pet ENJOY SOYA Nova Tofu Shop prod- house, the ucts at discount prices from all Island Driftwood grocery stores during the month of ✔ Concrete ✔ Siding February. Also available fresh daily Hall of Classifieds are the from our shop at 1200 Beddis Rd. ✔ ✔ 537-9651. Insulation Decking place to list. BEER HERE now! Salt Spring ✔ ✔ Fame Golden Ale now on tap at Barb’s. Flooring Fencing 537-9933 BOOK YOUR Sweetheart’s Reflexology session by Feb. 14 for ✔ Painting ✔ Lumber 30% off. Are you ready for 2004 Valentine’s? Call Esenje, Certified ✔ Roofing ✔ Tools THE GANGES Reflexologist. 537-9556. ✔ Windows ✔ Electrical Calling all pet owners! FAERIE MINI SHUTTLE ✔ Heating ✔ Plumbing The Driftwood is publishing a special section devoted to your favorite family pet. Submit your photo by ✔ Irrigation ✔ Septic Field March 5 and you could win a prize donated by one of Luscious ✔ (infiltrators) our Pet Hall of Fame sponsors. Cupcakes Eaves We’re looking for Salt Spring’s cutest, funniest, most for your unusual, talented and best dressed pets. valentine For all your building Just $9.95 +GST SHUTTLE SERVICE requirements, large or small! between any Ferry Terminal Help the SPCA Drop your photo & payment off at: The Gulf Islands Driftwood and Ganges, SSI Hostel, The Driftwood will 328 Lower Ganges Rd., or Ruckle Park donate in honour of Salt Spring Island, BC, V8K 2V3 SLEGG LUMBER LTD. the Pet Hall of Fame Operating year round to the SPCA! Deadline for Mon. - Fri. 7 - 5 / Sat. 8:30 - 5 / Closed Sunday submissions is Cell: 537-6758 March 5, 2004. Pager: 538-9007 804 FULFORD GANGES ROAD • 537-4978 Home: 537-5305 537-0029 YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1960 HAMSTERS, GERBILS, GUINEA PIGS, SLUGS, SKUNKS, FERRETS bookings recommended Cakes made to order DOGS, CATS, HORSES, BIRDS, FISH, GOATS, SHEEP, CHICKENS, LLAMAS, TURTLES, DUCKS 40 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

Valentine’s SPECIALS Day is Feb. 14th ❤ All entries will be entered to win tickets You Could Win a $330 Spa Treatment for two to the FULL DAY TREATMENT Randy Bachman from Skin Sensations! INCLUDES: Pool Party at • Manicure • Facial • Massage • Complimentary Artspring!

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MOVIES I’m TO CUDDLE BY: Enter to Devoted 1. Under the Tuscan Sun 11. Waiting to Exhale 2. Alex and Emma 12. Ghost To 3. Whale Rider 13. Sleepless in Seattle win tickets at 4. The Hours 14. When Harry Met Sally You! 5. Romeo and Juliet 15. The American President 6. Casablanca 16. Legends of the Fall 7. Gone with the Wind 17. Beauty and the Beast the Driftwood 8. An Officer & A Gentleman 18. Grease 9. Titanic 19. As Good As It Gets 10. Pretty Woman 20. Jerry Maquire Office. 21. Wedding Singer 22. Moonstruck

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