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By SEAN MCINTYRE DRIFTWOOD STAFF The four candidates vying to represent residents of Saanich North and the Islands delivered their pitches to a large crowd of Salt Spring residents on Thursday at the island’s lone all-candidates debate. Gary Holman of the BC NDP, independent candidate Scott McEachern, the Green party’s Adam Olsen and Stephen Roberts of the BC Liberals entertained a wide range of questions posed by an inquisitive and multigenerational crowd at the Gulf Islands Secondary School gymnasium for the two-hour event. Candidates contemplated pipelines, edu- Photo by JEN MACLELLAN cation, ferry fares, healthcare, mental illness, LEADING THE PARADE: From left, Edgar Hann, Captain Apple, Valdy, Miss Nomi and Kathleen Horsdal are part of a flash mob homelessness, affordable housing, the natural promoting the new Salt Spring abattoir at Ruckle Heritage Farm Day on Sunday. More photos on Page 18 and on Facebook. gas industry, taxation, job creation and the abortion debate, to name but a few of the topics. ISLAND INFRASTRUCTURE Holman, who appeared to make the most of his home-turf advantage and previous experi- ence as a Salt Spring CRD director, garnered much of the participants’ support early on in the debate by focusing on the need for change. Burgoyne waste plan floated “I’m running in this election, as I did in 2009, to change the provincial government in this province which, in my view, has lost its Reed-bed project considered the way to go way, has lost sight of the public interest,” Hol- man told the crowd. By SEAN MCINTYRE for further comment. from the Ganges and Maliview sewage “It’s so important that we change the chan- DRIFTWOOD STAFF The application for “non-farm-use” of treatment plants. nel at the provincial level,” he added. “I’m very A longstanding problem of how to deal land within the ALR has been submitted Whereas liquid waste is currently proud of the platform we’ve put together. It’s with Salt Spring’s liquid waste could be on by the Capital Regional District to permit stored at the site before it is transported balanced and it’s going to result in benefits for its way to being solved. expansion of the existing liquid waste off island, the latest proposal from the British Columbians from all income group and On Thursday, the island’s local Trust treatment facility at 133 Burgoyne Bay Rd. CRD’s Salt Spring Liquid Waste Commit- all ages. It will protect the environment better, it committee referred an application to An estimated 70 per cent of the mate- tee would involve treating waste water will enhance social justice in this province and it build a new “reed-bed” waste manage- rial comes from private septic tanks con- with “constructed wetlands.” will actually improve the economy.” ment system near Burgoyne Bay to the nected to homes and businesses on the province’s Agricultural Land Commission island. The site also receives liquid waste BURGOYNE continued on 4 ELECTION continued on 6
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EOC negotiations also not pay to lease its federally owned build- noting it would mean with a difference of ing, and cannot promise producing grant about 1,500 square feet. Removing SAR’s started money in the future. office would save another 150 square feet, Julia Lucich stated during the public ques- but the shared areas would be more difficult B Y ELIZABETH NOLAN tion period that she was “gratified to hear the to divide. DRIFTWOOD STAFF presentation,” but asked whether there is an “The short answer is we don’t anticipate Plans to include other service groups in alternative design that represents the cost chopping up the upper floor — we’d have a proposed new fire hall were made more savings of leaving the organization out. to take almost all of it off to get any savings,” concrete for members of the public follow- Gil Mouat observed the group must rely Schubart said. ing a presentation by Ground Search and on ongoing interest from volunteers and Trustee Ron Chamney added his opinion Rescue president Zeke Blazecka at Monday’s also asked what the group could contribute that SAR could contribute one dollar a year meeting of the Salt Spring Fire Protection in terms of funding from grants or other and it would still benefit the community to Thank you District board. sources. include the group. for the tremendous outpouring of “We’re actually looking forward to being Blazecka said the membership has Attending SAR members suggested in the building. We think it’s a positive step remained consistently between 20 and 27 there are other contributions that could support, participation and love during for us — we think it’s a permanent home for people during the seven years he has been help reduce the fire department’s operat- our recent loss of Lt. Travis Guedes. us,” said Blazecka, after describing the func- involved. He noted there is some reimburse- ing costs, such as their ability to provide a By way of your efforts tions of his volunteer organization. ment for mileage and food provided from mobile communication centre with their He added that members would be happy Emergency Measures B.C., but said the real command unit, and to perform backup and high regard from the community, to train beside the people they’d be working reward comes with finding the missing per- services like pump operations and traffic other agencies and individuals, most closely with in a natural disaster. son. control in case of an emergency. SAR and Salt Spring’s Emergency Oper- “People go out not for the money,” he “We’re gung ho,” SAR member Alyce Travis was honoured and committed to ations Centre have been included in the said. Shead declared, after offering SAR’s chari- memory in an amazing way. design process ever since a December 2012 Despite the negligible financial incen- table status to help fundraise for items like a open house, when public participants tive, fire trustees were firm in their decision chair or a wall. We appreciate your kindness, voiced strong support for the idea. Design that SAR should be included. Building com- As for EOC, Salt Spring’s CRD director caring and respect. plans created by architect Kim Johnston mittee chair Michael Schubart pointed out Wayne McIntyre received permission from On behalf of the Salt Spring Island make provision for the two groups with that aside from the vehicle bay, removing the CRD board to negotiate a lease in the office space and an extra double-vehicle bay SAR from the main building would make new hall at a comparable rate to what it Fire Rescue & Salt Spring Island for SAR. little difference to the overall cost because pays now in the court building, noting the Fire Protection District During his presentation, Blazecka report- the design was created to include as much enhanced communication capability and ed the Capital Regional District supplies shared space as possible. improved seismic stability offered by the $15,000 a year for operational expenses such “If lightning strikes and SAR disappears new site. as pagers and vehicle maintenance, while for some reason and this affects part of the Fire board chair Bruce Patterson was set $8,000 to $10,000 from BC Gaming grants package, which we don’t anticipate, we to attend a meeting with the CRD’s Travis goes to cover training costs. The group does could knock off that bay,” Schubart said, Whiting on Tuesday to pursue the matter.
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I feel it’s comprehensive BY ELIZABETH NOLAN and Salt Spring’s CRD man- and realistic at the same DRIFTWOOD STAFF ager Kees Ruurs discovered time.” A document that has the oversight, to their vast The report makes several been decades in the making disappointment, at a regional infrastructure recommenda- and could have many more meeting. tions, starting with reducing decades’ impact on island The Island Pathways chair speed rates on all types of roads will be available for pub- credits former Salt Spring roadways and at corners with lic viewing next week when Transportation Commission sight restrictions. Graduated the final draft of the Salt Spring chair Donald McLennan for speed zones and traffic-calm- Island Cycling Master Plan is taking up the cause with plan- ing devices are proposed for released. ner Sue Hallatt, who then Ganges’ village centre. Prepared by Alta Planning made restitution by contract- Wider shoulders are pro- and Design with the par- ing the same consulting firm posed for island roads, with ticipation of key community that produced the original greater widths on routes with The “bike parking lot” on the ArtSpring lawn during Velo Village, a rural cycling conference groups, the visionary docu- report. higher speed limits recom- held on Salt Spring in June 2012. ment makes recommenda- “They helped us all pull mended for the short term. tions to be carried out in together this amazing thing,” These include the main roads several phases in order to Guiled said. from Fulford to Ganges, port and approval of various er contributions to cycling tion period will then occur, improve Salt Spring’s cycling Besides Guiled, Ruurs and through town and out to Long groups. The more advanced projects, McIntyre pointed most likely with a June 30 capabilities. While many of the McLennan, the other partici- Harbour ferry terminal. measures could require the out community priorities deadline. Individual responses recommendations will require pants on the advisory com- Long-term plans include combined participation of will have to be considered, will be sought, as well as input significant capital expenditure mittee were John Wakefield, a mixture of separated bike- the Ministry of Transportation with St. Mary Lake restora- from groups like the RCMP, BC — to be acquired from as yet SSITC’s current chair and the ways, bike lane advisories, and Infrastructure, BC Ferries, tion and the Burgoyne waste Ferries and government bod- unknown sources — the mas- former executive director of shared roadway signage, the Islands Trust and CRD, as treatment plant upgrade (see ies, before the official plan is ter plan creates the necessary Cycling BC; John Rowland- neighbourhood bike routes well as local property owners. front-page story) about to finalized and adopted. framework to make future son, the director of Island and multi-use trails across the Currently the island’s consume local dollars. “There’s so many things that decisions. Pathways’ Velo Village events; entire island. transportation commis- On the up side, the CRD need to be done to make this “It’s a rock solid report — it Island Pathways’ past presi- “This isn’t a capital plan, sion is focused on complet- and transportation commis- a cycling haven and destina- really exceeded expectations, dent Claire Heffernen; Islands but hopefully it will be a living ing phase one of the North sion are active in seeking grant tion,” Guiled said, adding, “We which were very high,” said Trust planners Kristin Aasen document,” Wakefield said. Ganges Transportation Plan. money and have links to other really want to make this work Brenda Guiled, who was part and Chris Larson; and project “The good thing about the Local funds from federal gas organizations, such as CRD for the next generation, who of the technical advisory com- intern Torill Gillespie, a mas- plan, it creates a document tax transfers have been com- Parks. The body has already will not be driving the way we mittee on behalf of Island ters student from the Universi- people on the island can con- mitted to help implement expressed interest in adding did.” Pathways. ty of British Columbia’s School sider when making changes phase two on Rainbow Road. Salt Spring to its network of The final draft of the Salt Sponsored by the Capital of Community and Regional to be best for all road users.” CRD director Wayne McIntyre regional trails. Spring Cycling Master Plan Regional District, Salt Spring’s Planning. Implementation of even the says there is $100,000 budget- The technical advisory can be viewed next week on master plan is ironically the “I’m extremely happy with most basic steps, such as way- ed for the project, but it also committee is now finalizing the transportation commis- result of an oversight that left the first draft,” Wakefield said finder signs alerting cyclists depends on a contribution the draft plan and intends to sion’s website at www.crd. the island off the map when after viewing the first version to routes and distances, will from MoTI. release it to the public around bc.ca/saltspring/transporta- the CRD created its Regional of the document this week. have to be done with the sup- As for upcoming taxpay- May 15. A six-week consulta- tion. News briefs of Stanley Park and along island residents who made 2:05:16; William Steiner: by many people in the com- added hours to support the Thompson Coal Harbour with a chip the trip to the Lower Main- 2:09:29; Stephen Mel- munity about the issue, but it start of the tourist season and time of 44:21, earning him land for the half-marathon ville: 2:08:58; and Robert is his son of the same name to meet a change in the ferry runs to glory a respectable 136th place event. She completed the McGinn: 2:15:43. who has been affected. schedule. Transit customers Salt Spring’s Lynn among more than 800 run- 21-kilometre course in should also take note the #1 Thompson finished first ners who registered for the 1:36:59 to earn eighth spot Jr., not sr. Bus service Ganges Local will have reverse among the five runners in event. among more than 500 rac- One of the victims who routing on the hospital loop to his M70-74 age category The race was among sev- ers in the F20-24 race cat- signed a May 1 ad warning adjusts accommodate stops and shel- during an eight-kilometre eral events held as part of egory and 71st overall. islanders about an alleged Annual service levels ters on Lower Ganges Road race in Vancouver on Sun- the annual BMO Vancouver Other half-marathon par- scam artist should not be increases on Salt Spring transit starting later this month. day. Marathon. ticipants included: Karen confused with his father. The routes took effect on Saturday, Routes and schedules can Thompson completed Melanie Van Soeren fin- Madro: 1:56:46; Lynn Stein- senior Chris Coates of Salt May 4. be found online at www. the course through part ished first among a group of er: 2:01:40; Erin Madro: Spring has been approached The spring service will bring bctransit.com.
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ISLANDS TRUST LTC approves secondary suites bylaw for pilot area Move hoped to address of legalizing secondary suites in opportunities for property owners Islands Trust office assess “any “I am confident that it will be a parts of the island. and prospective renters. undesirable and unforeseen con- benefit to the community and will affordable housing “My support for the proposed “It enables a quick and poten- sequences that might be a result ultimately encompass most of the suites bylaw is based on compli- tially inexpensive increase in of the legislation.” island.” By SEAN MCINTYRE ance with Salt Spring’s [Official affordable housing stock without “With that information, we Legalizing secondary suites DRIFTWOOD STAFF Community Plan], which result- the need to build new houses,” should be able to confidently was identified as a need by the Salt Spring Island has become ed from decades of community said LTC member George Grams. determine if and where we can Salt Spring Island Housing Needs the second community within the study and documentation,” said “It achieves that by allowing expand the pilot area to other Assessment in 2010 as well as the Islands Trust’s jurisdiction — after LTC chair Sheila Malcolmson fol- island residents within the pilot parts of the island,” he added. Community Affordable Housing Bowen Island municipality — to lowing the vote. “It’s a credit to area who wish to let a portion of For his part, LTC member Peter Strategy in 2011. legalize secondary suites. many community volunteers and their dwelling to do so, provided Grove noted the decision repre- Whereas Bylaw 461 permits sec- Accompanied by little fanfare, advisory committees over the last they meet the building code for sents the fulfillment of a promise ondary suites in specific neigh- local Trust committee members 10 years, and I’m grateful for their secondary suites. made to voters during his election bourhoods, these suites must be unanimously passed Bylaw 461 work.” “The legalization of secondary campaign in 2011. approved for a building permit before only two members of the Secondary suites are now per- suites will hopefully see more let- “Secondary suites will pro- through the Capital Regional Dis- public at Thursday morning’s LTC mitted within a pilot area based table properties of good standard vide landlords and tenants with trict’s building inspection office session at Lions Hall. on access to transit routes, pota- available to prospective tenants increased security, ensure stan- before they are considered legal. The decision completes nearly ble water capacity and sensitive at rents compatible with average dards of health and safety, increase More information about the three years of planning, delib- ecosystems. islanders’ incomes.” the stock of rental housing and new bylaw and specific zoning eration and public consultation LTC members said they hope Grams said pilot project moni- enable home owners to benefit requirement is available at: bit. about the merits and the method the bylaw will create considerable toring will help staff at Salt Spring’s from mortgage helpers,” he said. ly/18iKkMx. Liquid waste idea not ‘pie in the sky,’ says group chair BURGOYNE sented at the LTC’s meeting feasible and more in keeping impact on the land than tra- cides with a rezoning applica- Fellow LTC member on Thursday. with the general tenor of Salt ditional waste management tion needed to allow expan- George Grams said the idea continued from 1 Peter Lake, chair of the Spring Island,” Lake said dur- operations. The process will sion of the current liquid “makes absolute sense.” “The proposed design is in liquid waste commission, ing Thursday’s meeting. also save taxpayers the cost of waste facility. “It’s self-contained, encour- keeping with the use of the assured LTC members the “It’s not pie in the sky,” shipping sludge off island. LTC members forwarded ages wildlife and I commend land for agricultural purposes proposed “reed-bed” system added. “We are hoping that what both applications to its agri- you,” he told the applicant. and the applicant describes will have a small footprint and Reed beds and construct- we are trying to do is actually cultural advisory committee the final effluent from the sys- takes the interests of island ed wetlands act as modified more agricultural than what for further review. tem as indistinguishable from taxpayers into account. sand filters, which have long we had originally planned to Peter Grove, one of three Post your comment to this story natural duck pond water,” “The situation is such that been used to treat wastewa- do,” he said. Salt Spring LTC members, online at reads information from the we had to look to something ter. The result, Lake said, is a The application for non- called the idea an “exciting www.gulfislandsdriftwood.com Islands Trust staff report pre- that is more economically facility with a much smaller farm use of ALR land coin- proposal.” FOUR MORE YEARS OF THE BC LIBERALS?
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CHANGE for the BETTER Authorized by Heather Harrison, Financial Agent, 604-430-8600 | CUPE 3787 Gulf Islands Driftwood www.gulfislandsdriftwood.com NS EW BEAT WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 | 5 FIRE DISTRICT Trustee election set for June 26 Keep Date might coincide $7,900 plus GST. in a small cost savings. “We’re hoping this is going to be Following a question from Nor- Smiling... with hall referendum, a very accurate and precise esti- bert Schlenker on construction mate,” Schubart said. materials, Schubart reported the but no decision yet Major building components committee is leaning toward lami- and specific details will be avail- nated beams for the vehicle bay ThoughTS & NewS BY ELIZABETH NOLAN able to Granger, who will hope- because of their dollar for dollar DRIFTWOOD STAFF fully be able to produce a report value and high “R” rating. from Dr. Richard hayden Salt Spring ratepayers may have with an error rate of less than 10 “In the other part, we’re con- the opportunity to vote on wheth- per cent plus or minus. templating using stick frame, I love to ... er to approve borrowing costs for The board hopes to hold title because it’s more flexible, faster a new fire hall by the end of June, to the donated property soon, and cheaper,” Schubart said. Run marathons and long course triathlons. I sure with the possibility of a referen- as the subdivision application In answer to questions from wouldn’t want to try one without training. Even with dum being scheduled at the same moves through the final stages of another attending member of time as the next trustee election. bureaucracy with Capital Regional the public around the borrowing training they seem daunting while toeing up to the The fire protection district’s District sewer requirements and costs, Schubart said the number starting line. Having a plan to get prepared and to board of trustees voted Monday those of the Ministry of Transpor- the board brings to the public will race is essential. Even with a great plan sometimes night to hold the election Wednes- tation and Infrastructure. be a “global cost” that encompass- day, June 26 with an advance poll “We’re paralleling two tracks es construction, site development, things happen unexpectedly and throw a wrench on Saturday, June 22. The elec- that we hope will converge in the systems and furnishings, “with the into the works. tion is necessary to fill the seat not-too-distant future,” Schubart proviso that there are always some left vacant when Grant Eckberg said. unknowns.” A small cushion will resigned at the board’s annual On the civil engineering side likely be built in to cover the bases I think our general and specifically oral health is general meeting on April 15. of things, run-off water will be in the event the old fire hall site similar. If you are starting out a bit out of shape or Trustee Michael Schubart sug- reused for non-domestic purpos- doesn’t sell for as much as expect- with neglected teeth or gums then a plan is needed gested the timing would make es such as washing fire trucks, fire- ed. it possible to hold a referendum fighting water and site irrigation. A public information session on to get back in shape. It doesn’t happen overnight, it if the board decides to do so. A Rain water collection tanks are the new fire hall plan is scheduled takes regular work and a plan to get to the goal of possible October timing was also also planned. for Thursday, May 9 at the Central long, healthy life. Simply taking a walk, doing some mentioned during proceedings. Schubart said a minor structural fire hall from 7 to 9 p.m. Fire chief In other fire board news, the change in the building’s design Tom Bremner and trustees will be stretches and flossing daily are a great start. trustees may soon have a more will put the upper area over the in attendance. accurate idea of what the borrow- offices instead of the training Talk to your health care provider about making a ing costs to construct a new hall room because of concerns the lat- will be. The board voted to accept ter area’s ceiling would be too low. plan to live the healthiest life you can! a proposal from cost consultant The change means there is more Post your comment to this story online at John Granger for design develop- vertical alignment between the Our Services: ment costing, in a contract for upper and lower floors, resulting www.gulfislandsdriftwood.com • Laser treatment for gum disease SSI GOVERNANCE STUDY • Alignment of crooked teeth • Emergencies and pain relief Governance group launches RFP • Invisalign...invisible braces • Surgical implants for rock solid teeth Consultant applications of all governance structures on middle of June with a final report Salt Spring” and “outline the gen- anticipated by November. • Dentures • Cosmetic dentistry accepted until May 27 eral differences between rural The study is expected to cost up • Botox cosmetic (unincorporated) and munici- to $59,000. Half of the funds are The committee tasked to assess pal (incorporated) local govern- earmarked for a thorough public We have a smile for you! Salt Spring’s governance structure ment,” states information in the engagement process. 199 Saltspring Way, Saltspring Island, V8K 2G2 has taken what may be its largest RFP. The governance study will not 250 537 1400 stride to date by posting a request for Applicant submissions must be provide detailed technical or finan- a consultant who will undertake the received by the Capital Regional cial information on the impact of VISIt our WebSIte: www.haydendentistry.com governance study process. District before noon on May 27. A municipal incorporation and will The successful applicant will decision by governance commit- not conclude with a referendum, the Dr Richard Hayden Island Dental Centre “engage the public in a review tee members is anticipated by the RFP adds.
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Authorized by nancial agent Vote for Stephen P Roberts on 14-May John Vowles, 250-655-6615 6 | WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 NEWSBEAT www.gulfislandsdriftwood.com Gulf Islands Driftwood Active debate session highlights voters’ May 14 choices ELECTION er we’re going to embrace some continued from 1 of the opportunities that B.C. has or whether we’re going to say no With hopes to draw on the to every development project many federal Green party voters that’s out there. who sent MP Elizabeth May to “We can actually say yes . . . Ottawa, Green party candidate we can learn how to make things Adam Olsen met a supportive work environmentally. We can crowd as he made his case for build some of those pipelines . . . a new party and a new style of and we can become a world lead- governing. er to ensure B.C. is prosperous.” “We have grown a grassroots Candidate Scott McEachern support to govern differently,” he encouraged the audience to said. “We are poised to elect the acknowledge the rise of indepen- next generation, but we cannot dent-based candidates who need fall back to the last generation’s not answer to their respective voting strategies. party lines. “The threat of the Greens “I am no different than all of Photo by Elizabeth Nolan breaking the monopoly on you people out there; I get up From left, independent candidate Scott McEachern, Green candidate Adam Olsen, Liberal Stephen Roberts and Vancouver Island has inspired really early in the morning, I go to the NDP’s Gary Holman at the May 2 all-candidates meeting at GISS. change, but our job is not done.” work and, at the end of the day, I Liberal candidate Stephen try to make all the ends meet. event, see the Salt Spring Forum May 11, between 8 a.m. and 8 For more information about Roberts, who grew up on and “The problem that we have website at www.saltspringforum. p.m. voting requirements and how lives on Salt Spring, held his own seen with B.C. governments in ca. On Salt Spring the advance to register to vote at either the by sticking to his party’s desire the past many moons is that your The event was organized by the poll will be set up at ArtSpring. advanced or regular polls, visit to build a competitive provincial voices all go silent and they never GISS student council and the Salt General voting is on Tuesday, www.elections.bc.ca, or see economy while creating employ- want to hear from you again until Spring Forum. May 14, 2013, between 8 a.m. the Elections BC ad on Page 16 ment opportunities and fostering four years when they’re back on and 8 p.m. Voting locations are in this issue of the paper. environmentally friendly tech- this stage. When I go out there, I VOTING INFORMATION listed on yellow voter cards Election results will be avail- nologies. want to hear the issues that you Advance voting in the provin- that registered voters should able on the Driftwood website, “In this election, we face a stark have.” cial election is from Wednes- have received in the mail by Facebook page and Twitter choice. We have to decide wheth- For a full video of the May 2 day, May 8 through Saturday, now. feed on Tuesday evening.
BUSINESS Chamber urges participation Public invited to chamber’s May 15 SANSuM NARROwS TRANSMISSION LINE AGM REFuRBIShMENT PROjEcT By SEAN MCINTYRE DRIFTWOOD STAFF The chair of the Salt Spring Chamber of Com- Location: Sansum Narrows merce wants island business Start: Thursday, May 9 owners eager for economic improvements to step for- Anticipated Completion: Saturday, June 1 ward and join the group’s board of directors. Working days and times: Seven days a week, 8:00 a.m.to 8:00 p.m. Matt Steffich, the owner photo by Sean McIntyre of a Ganges gallery who’s the Chamber of Commerce chair Matt Steffich outside his INFORMATION FOR SALT SPRING ISLAND current board chair, said the Steffich Fine Art gallery in Grace Point Square. AND MAPLE BAY RESIDENTS group offers islanders the perfect venue to get involved with a series of upcoming hosted signature island cies like the Capital Regional Please be advised that BC Hydro will be doing work on transmission initiatives that seek to invig- events like Salt Spring District-led Community infrastructure in and around Sansum Narrows. The work requires the use orate the downtown core. Blooms in April, the Can- Economic Development of helicopters and large equipment. “We’re looking for differ- ada Day car show, Sip and Commission. ent skill sets and encourage Savour, and the small busi- Though some businesses anyone to join,” he said. “It’s ness awards. have closed in recent years, To ensure the safety of our crews and the public, Sansum Narrows will a pretty vibrant board made Steffich looks forward to Steffich pointed to the many be closed to marine traffic on May 9, May 10, May 13 and May 14. For the up of some diverse people. further efforts to encourage new businesses that have “It’s challenging, but that’s local shopping and beautify opened their doors, espe- duration of the project a water taxi will be used at the work zone to manage part of the appeal. Every- areas in and around Ganges. cially in recent months. He marine traffic. Delays and temporary closures are expected. body is there for the same “You can get everything said the natural ebb and flow We appreciate your understanding while we undertake this important work reason: they want to give you need here,” he added. of the island’s economy is back to the community.” Since becoming involved highly dependent on man- and apologize for any inconvenience. Steffich said prospective with the chamber in 2010, agement and people’s will- board members should be Steffich has noted a renewed ingness to support islander- For more information please contact: prepared to spend up to co-operative spirit among owned shops. three hours a month at the disparate island groups. Steffich invites anyone BC Hydro Community Relations, Vancouver Island board’s regular meetings. “There’s been more out- who wants to see the island’s “To join the chamber is reach as far as trying to economy flourish to attend Phone: 250 755 4713 one thing and we encourage engage the community,” he next week’s AGM. Email: [email protected] that, but if you can take it to said. “One thing about the “It’s a very good opportu- 3861 the next step, that’s even bet- [economic] downturn is that nity to show up and hear all ter,” he said. it creates a willingness for the ins and outs during the At the membership level, people to work together.” last year and what’s in store Steffich said, he’s keen to To that end, Steffich fore- for the future,” he said. encourage broader partici- sees an even more proactive The group’s AGM is on pation by chamber mem- approach in the year ahead, Wednesday, May 15 at the bers and newcomers. one that will foster closer ties Lions Hall between 5 and During the past year, with community stakehold- 7 p.m. Voting is limited to chamber members have ers and government agen- members.
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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS WEEK SAM ANDERSON APPLIANCE REPAIR • Prompt, Reliable & Professional Service • Factory Authorized Warranty Technician Emergency kits key to survival plans for all Makes & Models • Hot Water Tank & Appliance Installation Seven to 30 worth of supplies on hand for 52 cups of veggies, 38.5 cups of storage for emergency pre- • Licensed Refrigeration an emergency. fruit and 3.3 kilograms of meat paredness course later this • Fully Insured & Security Screened 250-537-5268 days of supplies In the end, Zook added, or beans to stay well fed for a month. • Kenmore Service Technician fax: 250-537-1100 pager: 250-538-9000 it should come down to how week. The event will teach partici- EMERGENCY SERVICE recommended much space is available to store Zook encourages people pants the basic principles of [email protected] the emergency kit. to think of any prospective stable, reliable, long-term food 124 Lawnhill Drive, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1M9 By SEAN MCINTYRE To give people an idea of how emergency as they would storage for emergency pre- DRIFTWOOD STAFF much food they’ll need during an extended camping trip. paredness. Keeping 72 hours worth of an extended emergency, Zook Besides food and basic first aid “You don’t have to dig deep ON CALL & supplies on hand may work recommends people take a supplies, she said, it’s impor- for information about long- in the big city, but when look at a whatifcolorado.com. tant that members in every term food storage before find- ON TIME DRIFTWOOD AD PROOF emergency strikes in the Gulf The site’s one-of-kind emer- household consider how they ing yourself squirming like an Islands, having a bit more in gency preparedness calcula- intend to prepare their meals, insect caught in a web of sur- Our Island's IMMEDIATE response required store can make a world of dif- tor — accessed through the clean up the dishes and dis- vivalist blogs and list-serves,” only InterprovincialPlease proof this ad carefully and reply ASAP with your approval or changes. ference. resources tab — shows people pose of garbage. Browning and Miller wrote Journeymen Glaziers “Everyone thinks we should how much food and water The What If? Colorado web- in the latest edition of the SSI If you have changes, please respond ASAP thus allowing the production team time to make the changes indicated. do 72 hours preparedness but, they’ll need to get through a site includes several tips and Emergency program’s quar- reality check, it’s going to be 72-hour period. hints intended to help resi- terly newsletter. “We prefer a • Auto Glass If we do not receiveTRoy a responseKAyE by MONDAY AT 5 PM this ad goes to press in this format. a lot longer than that,” said For residents of the Gulf dents make the most of their more realistic approach that • Residential & Commercial Elizabeth Zook, coordinator Islands and other isolated supplies. Information includes involves preparing for real • Aluminum Fabrication Thanks very much. of the Capital Regional Dis- communities, Zook advises food storage and nutrition tips risks in order of likelihood. • Custom Skylights trict’s Salt Spring Emergency multiplying the figures by any- as well as a comprehensive list “Preparedness should be • Mirrors & Shower Doors Gulf Islands Program. “We really want to where from two to 10 to deter- of items that will really prove easy, friendly and fun.” • Custom Sunrooms recommend people have more mine how much they’ll need useful in a pinch, things like a The workshop is on Tues- Driftwood Your CommunI t Y n ewspaper sIn C e 1960 than 72 hours worth of food.” to survive for between six to butane stoves and a can open- day, May 28 between 7 and 8 Free Estimates During a recent interview at 30 days. er. p.m. Priority will be given to Your "clear" choice for glass. the island’s emergency opera- A household with two adults Zook has teamed up with POD and other neighbour- tions centre, Zook said people and a child under 12 years of islanders Wreford Miller and hood group members. Con- should look to have anywhere age would require 75 litres of Janisse Browning to offer resi- tact Zook at [email protected] Kapa Kai Glass between seven and 30 days water, four kilograms of grains, dents a free one-hour food to register. 250-653-4148 ISLANDS TRUST LTC’s EAC and ADP to become APC hotel • restaurant • organic farm THE 2013 AWD FORESTER Conservancy application also cultural advisory committee by estab- The decision to approve Bylaws 465 moves forward lishing an Agricultural Advisory Plan- and 466 follows a public hearing, during ning Commission. which the application received wide- The LTC’s decision follows approval of spread support, endorsements byIt the plays The Harbour hard, House By SEAN MCINTYRE Bylaw 467 by the Trust’s Executive Com- Trust’s Advisory Environment and Agri- Hotel, Restaurant & DRIFTWOOD STAFF mittee on April 23. cultural Advisoryand committees, will and supsoon- Organic be Farm ishard pleased to to get. The Salt Spring Island Local Trust More information about the new APC port from the provincial Agricultural announce the appointment Don’t miss your chanceof at Brooke the last Winters of the as 2013its Foresters. Committee’s new Advisory Planning and how to get involved is available Land Commission. new chef. Commission could come into being through the Salt Spring Islands Trust ALC members have suggested incorpo- Chef Brooke brings with before the end of the month, according office or website. ration of an agricultural component into her a wealth of culinary experience from the Fairmont to Trust staff. Also at Thursday’s meeting, the Salt any future plans for the site. Hotels and numerous food events and competitions. Her During Thursday’s business meeting, Spring Island Conservancy took another The SSI Conservancy is in the process of love of food can now be expressed through our farm to LTC members gave final approval to step forward in the campaign to buy a a fundraising campaign to collect $600,000 table concept at the Harbour House Restaurant. Bylaw 467, concluding months of work property next to Blackburn Lake as the needed to acquire the land, considered to Working hand in hand with Farm Manager, Rob to make the application review process LTC gave third reading to a pair of cru- have exceptional ecological value. Scheres, and his staff, Chef Brooke ensures that farm- more efficient and straightforward. cial land-use applications. The group aspires to convert the site fresh produce is on every menu while her recipes use According to the bylaw, the new APC LTC approval rezones the 32-acre into a nature reserve that will provide local products as much as possible. If you haven’t done will replace the advisory design panel, waterfront property to Agricultural 2 opportunities for research and public so already, join us at the Harbour House and sample Chef Brooke’s delicious creations. environmental advisory committee and and removes a land-use contract that education programs, while protecting agricultural advisory committee. enabled operation of a golf club on the parts of the larger Cusheon Lake water- For reservations, phone 250-537-4700 The legislation will maintain the agri- site. shed.
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Gold - Coverage of the Arts | Gold - Photo Essay (Day in the Life of SSI) Gold - Community Newspaper Magazine (Gulf Islander) | Silver - Front Page Silver - Outstanding Reporter Initiative (Sean McIntyre & Gail Sjuberg for incorporation series) Bronze - General Excellence | Bronze - Historical Story (Elizabeth Nolan for First Nations history) 2012 Canadian Community Newspapers Association Awards C ANADIAN Gold - Photo Essay (Day in the Life of SSI) | Gold - Sports Photo (John Cameron for longboarder) COMMUNITY Silver - General Excellence | Silver - Special Publication (Aqua magazine) NEWSPAPER Opinion 2012 BC & Yukon Community Newspapers Association Awards AWARD 2012 Editorial Tuning out f the eagerness of this week’s Salt Spring Says respondents is anything to go by, turnout for next Iweek’s provincial election will be summed up by a curt “Thanks but no thanks.” “I haven’t been paying attention” and “I don’t trust politicians” were among other responses from those who would rather rush to their root canals and colonoscopies than spare some time to pontificate about the election campaign. As if the campaign’s apparent failure to inspire the electorate wasn’t enough of a challenge, sunny skies didn’t make things any easier. Summer-like smiles and an eagerness to answer the question of the week promptly turned into viewpoint by Janice Dickie frowns or looks of out- THE ISSUE: right disgust when the Provincial election topic of politics surfaced. It was as though a dark Cyclists have legal road rights too WE SAY: cloud had blown in to ruin an otherwise won- An unpleasant incident between a motorist and a small When it is safe to do so, cyclists generally ride in the right- Local debate derful day. group of cyclists last week was a reminder that with the busy most through lane, about one metre from the curb or parked fights apathy Apathy towards Tues- cycling season upon us, it’s time to think about the rules of the vehicles. However, cyclists are legally permitted to ride on any day’s provincial election road. part of the roadway. They are not required to cycle on path- may not have originated I was one of three cyclists riding single file on Atkins Road ways or any part of a road that is not paved. in the current campaign, but it’s easy enough to toward Lower Ganges Road on Wednesday, May 1. Suddenly, Cyclists are also entitled to ride in the centre of a lane when see why so many feel like tuning out. People can I heard the honk of a car’s horn. I glanced back and saw a car they feel it is too narrow for a motor vehicle to pass them, or be urged to exercise their “democratic duty,” but passing closely by the cyclist behind me. if they feel their safety is compromised. Those who cycle too who can blame them for turning away if the tired The middle-aged female driver, with a child in the car, close to the edge of the road risk colliding with suddenly open- cliches and false assertions make them depressed honked again and veered toward me as she approached. She ing doors of parked cars or falling due to hazards such as sand, and despondent. shouted at me to “get off the road and onto the poor pavement or debris. Part of this electoral distress may result from the dirt pathway — where you belong!” She then con- Cyclists must follow the same traffic laws as detachment felt to exist between political leaders tinued toward the cyclist in front of me, and again An average of motorists. They cooperate with drivers by yield- and the people who live in communities like Salt blasted her horn. ing when required and riding single file to the Spring. Fortunately, all three cyclists managed to stay 1,300 cyclists are right of the roadway when safe to do so. Cyclists Christy Clark’s tour of the LNG-rich north east or on their bikes throughout the incident, but it must also use hand signals and choose the cor- a speech by Adrian Dix to voters in Richmond don’t could have ended badly. To avoid the car, less injured and 10 rect lane at intersections. always resonate at the local level. experienced cyclists may have steered off the The reality is that lack of knowledge and poor Last week, however, Salt Springers — including pavement and onto the soft shoulder or into the cyclists are killed judgment by both drivers and cyclists result in a good crowd of soon-to-be voters — finally got a ditch, causing an accident. in accidents each cycling accidents. According to statistics col- chance to engage with the four candidates running Aggressive driving behaviours like passing too lected by ICBC, an average of 1,300 cyclists are in Saanich North and the Islands. closely, honking, or telling cyclists to get off the year. injured and 10 cyclists are killed in accidents each The range of questions ran the gamut and candi- road are unsafe and illegal. They are also fright- year in B.C. dates appeared to do their best to give participants ening. Although I am an experienced cyclist who With the arrival of warm weather, cyclists are a sense they were being listened to. has ridden my bicycle across Canada, I still felt rattled by the starting to come out in full force. Drivers: please share the road If there’s any hope to ease the suffering around driver’s anger as she yelled and drove too close to my bike. and treat cyclists with respect. Cyclists: please do the same for election time, it’s at all-candidates gatherings such If you are a motorist, please be aware bicycles are consid- drivers. as these. Fortunately, those who missed it can ered vehicles under the Motor Vehicle Act, and cyclists have watch a replay of the event at saltspringforum.ca. the same rights and duties as other drivers. Treat them as you The writer is a Salt Spring cyclist. The piece was written with Some parts may even bring a smile to your face. would any other vehicle on the road. input from fellow cyclists Julie van Soeren and Karen Curtin.
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Good idea Served us well establish our local bus service, Double Not long ago Elizabeth May their own donors’ list, largely Top marks to Tina Simpson I am not a card-carrying to protect our water quality appeared at the national Lib- a front for the big business/ for her April 24 letter regard- member of any political party, and to deliver services most standard eral leadership convention special interests that want ing the need for a walk-in- but in the upcoming election I effectively to Salt Spring. Gary’s I voted for Elizabeth May in urging Liberals to consider pipelines and fracking, as clinic for Salt Spring Island. am supporting the NDP’s Gary background as an economist the last federal election and to vote strategically to defeat well as privatized everything, With most doctors having Holman. Here’s why. has served him — and us — for Briony Penn before that. the Conservatives. She also starting with our water, elec- closed patient lists, where Gary has been involved in well in all of his work on our The NDP lost the last suggested that there be runoff tricity and health systems. our local government and provincial election in votes to determine which was have people to go but the behalf. How does the election of island institutions for many part because Green icon the best party to do that. a Liberal government serve emergency room? I’ve worked with Gary on years. He has held many vol- David Suzuki and someone But here in B.C. it seems any truly Green or humanist A walk-in-clinic type of several projects over the unteer positions with the called Tzeporah Berman to be a different story for the agenda? facility open from 6 to 9 p.m. Islands Trust, as well as numer- years and have always found steered a lot of green votes Greens. Ms. May has been I am a member of the Green and on weekends, staffed by ous conservation and other him both conscientious and to the Liberals because the showing up everywhere party but given that a Green one doctor or nurse practi- organizations. He has been dedicated. I believe he has NDP would not support the supporting Green candi- vote will in effect support a tioner, would certainly relieve a very active, contributing the skills, values and experi- carbon tax, which like BC dates, despite the fact this will Liberal win I will be looking at pressure on the emergency board member of many orga- ence required to represent Hydro’s two-tiered billing dis- happen largely at the cost of the bigger picture and voting room, especially during the nizations like The Land Con- our area well in the provin- criminates against rural folks the NDP. No talk of strategic NDP this time out. Given Eliz- tourist season. servancy of British Columbia cial legislature, no matter (like ourselves). voting here. The NDP is slip- abeth May’s double standard, To suggest people should and has spent many volunteer which party wins a majority. This carbon tax has since ping in the polls. I will be rethinking my federal consider going off island for hours providing these agen- For these reasons, I hope been discredited by the audi- I am very concerned that vote as well. walk-in-clinics is stupid and cies with his expertise. that you will vote for Gary tor general as being another B.C. may not survive another TOM PICKETT, insensitive. Most recently Gary was as I am. tax grab with more funds disastrous five years of a Lib- Lee Road PETER ROWELL, our CRD director and worked CHARLES KAHN, headed for the government’s eral government, that is actu- Salt Spring assiduously with others to Salt Spring general revenue sinkhole. ally Conservative and given MORE LETTERS continued on 10 Saint Ganges Sinkhole a winner for tourism? By now, you’re sure to have heard all about Ganges Sinkhole as an oppor- western France, right? In 1858, realtors) just as he’s about to climb into a vehicle the Great Ganges Sinkhole and the cesspool of tunity? Instead of seeing the a vision of the Virgin Mary is that has stopped to offer him a ride. St. Escrow controversy that has been stirred up around it. glass half empty, we can look at believed to have appeared to warns Bernie to wait for a better offer and so Recent attempts have been made by the Min- the glass as half full and use the a local lass by the name of Ber- Bernie steps away from the passenger door. istry of Transport and Infrastructure (MOTI) to mysterious torrent of water as Shilo nadette no fewer than eight- The driver, incensed that his offer has been rectify the “mystery leak” that has been causing a chance to have it overflowing Zylbergold een times. As a result, Lourdes refused and his time wasted, floors the pedal a constant stream of water to suddenly perco- to the brim. has become a popular reli- to the metal. The result of the tires spinning on late up through the asphalt and create a deep- Nobody really knows for nobody asked me But gious shrine and the water the slick, wet pavement cause the automobile ening dip at the foot of Ganges hill. sure where the water is coming taken from the sacred spring to lurch off the road, somersault two or three At this point, it’s still too early to tell whether from, right? One theory is as good gurgling up near the Our Lady of times, and end up lying on its roof a few yards the most recent excavation and subsequent as the next, so what if the source of the flow was Lourdes Grotto is purported to have incredible below the gravel shoulder. Everybody agrees repaving of the sinkhole will prove to be a per- the actual Ganges River in India? Before you healing properties (many swear it has been the that a miracle has occurred and the mysterious manent solution or just another in a series of have me fitted for a straight-jacket, hear me out. cause of miracle cures to terminal diseases). outflow of water is declared sacred by the high- “band-aid” efforts to trick the public into think- Isn’t there a possibility — granted it’s slight How popular has Lourdes become? This little est authority, the chair of the North Salt Spring ing that somebody is paying attention. but still a possibility — that the water bubbling hamlet of about 15,000 permanent residents Waterworks District. A variety of theories have surfaced to explain out of the ground at the bottom of Ganges Hill (almost the same size as Salt Spring) attracts Just like that, lickety-split, what was once the mystifying phenomenon. Some people say may indeed be the legendary lost tributary of over 5 million pilgrims a year. There are approx- perceived as a major problem becomes a com- that the flow of water originates from the runoff the mighty River Ganges which has somehow imately 270 hotels in Lourdes, making it second munity asset. Perhaps the concept can be at the wastewater treatment plant situated meandered its way from its origin in the sub- in most hotels per square kilometre in France expanded further to incorporate a world-class nearby on Jackson Avenue. Others claim that continent of India, through the centre of the (after Paris). Ganges Sacred Water Theme Park where, as work on the Ganges storm sewers a few years earth, only to trickle up again to the surface just Are you catching my drift here? This could the pamphlets read, “visitors can have fun for ago tapped into an ancient artesian well. Still outside the Harbour Food Market? be really BIG! Sure there’s many a “doubting the whole family as they negotiate the twisting others blame blasting at various construction Imagine the trickle-down effect on our island Thomas” out there who would scoff at the idea water slides while still in their vehicles.” development sites for having diverted part of economy if word got out that the very same and argue that nobody would believe the sink- Nobody asked me (and probably after this Ganges Creek. cleansing waters that flow along the banks of hole runoff is sacred. Well, they believed Ber- column nobody ever will), but this is just one There are a few, also, who view the excess the “Ganga” were to now be available right here nadette and she was just a 14-year-old peasant example of how a simple paradigm shift in flow of water and subsequent sinkhole as on Salt Spring. Can’t you just picture the Satur- girl. The point is that people want to believe in thinking can make a difference in how we per- part of a much larger problem. Call it “climate day Market frenzy that would be occurring all miracles and would be willing to embrace the ceive the problems that inevitably confront our change” or “global warming,” they view it as a week long as the hordes of tourists line up with Saint Ganges Sinkhole. daily lives. Now that the Great Ganges Sinkhole result of the receding Arctic polar cap associ- towels and bars of soap in hand in the public All we need is some creative packaging and conundrum has been solved, it’s time to turn ated with the melting of glaciers and icebergs. bathing area just outside Embe Bakery.? marketing. Our Bernadette could be Bernie, a our attention to that other giant sinkhole on Whatever the cause, there seems to be much Let’s look at another scenario of what could 12-year-old skater kid hitchhiking at the bot- Salt Spring: the B.C. Ferry Corp. and its ever- consternation on the subject among island- be if we were to break away from all the negativ- tom of Ganges Hill. With a little embellishment, rising fares. ers. Why do we choose to throw up our hands ity surrounding the sinkhole opportunity. Eve- the legend could have Bernie being visited by in despair? Why not, instead, see the Great rybody’s heard of the town of Lourdes in south- an apparition of St. Escrow (the patron saint of [email protected] 10 | WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 OPINION www.gulfislandsdriftwood.com Gulf Islands Driftwood «iÌi «iÌi Expand the scrum it is turning into. exorbitant prices for ener- say, wow, they did a really It is also unfortunate that MORELETTERS gy that we don’t need? And good job on that. MOOTTIIVVEE 2 2E market in these economic times, of course, there are the And Christy Clark? From UUTTOOM EPPAAIIRR Salt Spring residents who wireless power meters her embarrassing “soccer !! SS On Saturday I went down have worked to create a sell- erts also won the party installed on every house in mom” affectations to the • Hydraulic• Hydraulic hoses hosesUÊÞ`À>ÕVÊ ÃiÃU Þ`À>ÕVUÊÞ`À>ÕVÊ ÃiÃU Þ`À>ÕV Ãià Ãià UÊ «iÌiÊ>ÕÌÌÛiÊÀi«>ÀÃUÊ «iÌiÊ>ÕÌÌÛiÊÀi«>Àà to the market at 7:30 to try able product are unable to nomination in a vote that the province to the tune of fictitious balanced budget, • Electronic• Electronic engine engine analysis analysis to get a spot as a day vendor. avail themselves of the huge took place on Salt Spring as $1 billion. her credibility is nil. UÊ iVÌÀVÊi}iÊ>>ÞÃÃUÊ iVÌÀVÊi}iÊ>>ÞÃà • Tune ups • Oil changes After putting my name on a numbers of tourists who well, in March. How can we forget the With good alternatives to • Tune ups • OilUÊ/ÕiÊÕ«ÃÊÊUÊ"ÊV >}ià UÊ/ÕiÊÕ«ÃÊÊUÊ"ÊV >}iÃchanges • Four wheel drive service list and waiting around for come to the market. These What’s next on Roberts’ HST boondoggle? Child choose from, I repeat: How • Four wheel driveUÊÕÀÊÜ iiÊ`ÀÛiÊÃiÀÛViUÊÕÀÊÜ iiÊ`ÀÛiÊÃiÀÛVi service almost two hours, I was told visitors are ready, able and list of firsts? As quoted, if welfare is a catastrophe in can anybody vote for the • Suspension shocks and struts • SuspensionUÊ-ÕëiÃÊà VÃÊ>`ÊÃÌÀÕÌà UÊ-ÕëiÃÊà VÃÊ>`ÊÃÌÀÕÌÃshocks and struts that it was a no go — no spot willing to buy unique Salt elected, he plans to “main- this province, with child BC Liberals? We’ll be danc- • Fuel• Fuel injection injection • Tires• UÊÕiÊiVÌTiresUÊÕiÊiVÌ for me to sell my newly pub- Spring arts, crafts and pro- tain a constituency office poverty leading the way ing in the streets when the lished book. duce, thus boosting our in Ganges, because it’s time and educational funding nightmare is over. Rob Pingle, the market island economy. for people on Salt Spring to second to all. Nurses were LARRY NELSON, ," Ê, Ê, *,-," Ê, Ê, *,- manager, handled the crowd I respectfully submit that be able to reach their repre- treated like dirt, as were Salt Spring {ÓÇÊÕvÀ`>}iÃÊ,`°ÊUÊxÎÇ{xxÊUÊ °ÊÊÀ°Ênx of prospective vendors the rules governing the mar- sentatives directly, without teachers. {ÓÇÊÕvÀ`>}iÃÊ,`°ÊUÊxÎÇ{xxÊUÊ °ÊÊÀ°Ênx extremely efficiently, but he ket need to be re-examined a ferry ride.” How about the bril- Energy is bound by the CRD rules and more provision made JESSICA ROBERTS, liant plan for the economy that dictate where people for frustrated day vendors. SALT SPRING & VANCOUVER to depend on natural gas corridor may set up their stalls. As I MANDY SPOTTISWOODE, fracking and fossil-fuel Our federal government looked around the park at Harbour Haven Who can infrastructure in the face and the oil and gas lobby the expanse of grass, I won- of the greatest problem have made their agenda dered who set those rules Roberts support to face mankind: global clear. They want to use our and why it is not possible to, warming? And that says province as an energy cor- SAFE • FREE • CONFIDENTIAL for example, set up anoth- building Liberals? nothing about building the ridor to move tar sands bitu- Salt Spring Transition er row of stalls backing the I do not ask this face- Site-C dam and flooding men and fracked gas through House & Help Line existing ones and facing relationships tiously. How can anyone farm land to supply energy B.C. to overseas markets. 250-537-0735 or inwards towards the park? As There’s a first for every- vote for the so-called BC for natural gas extraction as More and more British toll-free 1-877-435-7544 I observed that morning, thing and I’m writing as Liberals? a gift from the taxpayer to Columbians are saying this Women’s Outreach Services there are literally dozens of I’m very excited to see The Orwellian name is the corporations. is a step backwards that will 250-537-0717 or Salt Springers who may not the BC Liberal party tak- enough of a put-off, but I The list goes on and leave our environment vul- toll-free 1-877-537-0717 be established long-term ing an interest in building ask sincerely: What can a on: export of raw logs, nerable to tanker spills and market vendors but who their relationship with Salt party do to alienate vot- privatization, the war on ground water contamina- Stopping the Violence Counselling for Women have each created something Spring Island. ers? How about corrup- unions, the lowest taxa- tion, while betting our econ- 250-538-5568 unique that they would like As of May 2, the first Lib- tion? The BC Rail fiasco is tion of corporations in omy on volatile global prices. to sell. eral party campaign office still unsettled and, by the North America, the drunk- We need to build a long- Children Who Witness There are no shortage on Salt Spring Island has way, we want our $6 mil- en embarrassment of our term economy on sustain- Abuse Counselling of buyers either, who now opened its doors at 160 lion back. former premier, violating able jobs in healthy commu- 250-538-5569 have to struggle through the Fulford Ganges Rd., which How about the selling the charter rights of the nities, not risk dirty energy Transitions’ Thrifty Store ever-increasing crowds in demonstrates the level of off of our cherished crown citizenry en masse, run-of- mega projects that could so #1-144 McPhillips Ave. the main part of the market. commitment BC Liberal corporations? How about the-rivers power destruc- very easily wipe out our local OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEKDRIFTWOODAnother row of stalls would candidate and Salt Spring the twisted management tion, I mean production. economies and destroy our Please visit our website ease the crowd congestion resident Stephen Roberts of BC Hydro that can’t The BC Liberals have world-renowned environ- www.iwav.orgDRIFTWOODAD PROOFand make going to the mar- is extending towards the produce power anymore screwed up on every issue. ment. Funded by BC Housing and the Ministry of Justice ket a more relaxing experi- community. and guarantees the inde- Seriously, there is not one EILEEN WTTEWAALL, AD24 hour PROOFresponse requiredence, rather than the rugby Speaking of firsts, Rob- pendent power producers thing we can point to and Sky Valley Road APPLIANCE REPAIR DRIFTWOOD nous groups protest environmental and and cultures. APPLIANCE24 hourPlease response proof REPAIR this ad required carefully Volunteers INSTALLATIONSand reply ASAP with your OK or AD PROOF human rights abuse. Remember the Land is the story of DRIFTWOOD AD PROOF Canada is home to 75 per cent of the the gathering in May 2011 in Toronto INSTALLATIONS&changes. SERVICING If& you haveSERVICING changes, immediate response required Please proof this ad carefully appreciated please respond ASAP world’s mining and exploration compa- of people from around the world who The IMMEDIATE responseOver 100Please people proof required this attended ad carefully the volunteer nies. Canadian stock exchanges raise came together to consider the impact andthus reply allowing ASAP the with production your OK teamor and reply ASAP with your The appreciation party in the ArtSpring Gallery 40 per cent of all mineral exploration of Canadian mining on the environ- timechanges.Please to make If you theproof havechanges changes, this indicated. ad carefully and reply ASAPapproval with or your changes. approval or changes. Right on April 23. capital worldwide. ment and the people who seek to pro- Right Hand please respond ASAP If you have changes, please The event honoured the thousands of In November of 2011, the Canadian tect it. If you have changes,thusIf we allowing please do not the receive production respond a response, team ASAP thus allowing therespond production ASAP thus team allowing time to make the changes indicated. Hand volunteerthe hours production contributed team time by to people who government endorsed the UN Declara- Conley is a musician, currently artis- time to makeby Tuesday the changes at 10am indicated. ManIf we do not receive a response by MONDAYare passionate ATmake 5 PM the about changesthis thead indicated. goesplace toof pressthe arts in on this format.tion on the Rights of Indigenous Peo- tic director of Salt Spring Singers, who Manthe ad goes to press in this format. (Fully Insured)(Fully Insured) PETERPETER ANDRESS Salt Spring IfIsland. we do notGuests receive commented a that ples. Article 32 of this declaration says has also worked around the world as If we do not receive a response, [email protected] 250-537-0881Thanksthe partyvery felt much. likeresponse a gathering by of a big family. that states are to consult and co-oper- a consultant for Monkey Forest Con- [email protected] Tuesday at 10am MONDAY AT 5 PM Thanks very 250-537-0881 much. Sarah Foster was honoured as Volunteer ate with indigenous peoples in order sulting. This organization helps com- the ad goes to press in this format. this ad goes to press in this format. of theGulf Year, Islands receiving flowers, a koala bear in to obtain “their free and informed con- panies align business objectives with Thanks very much. Thanks very much. commemoration of her recent trip to Aus- sent” prior to the approval of any proj- local community values, according to tralia, and a gift certificateGULF ISLANDS to ArtSpring. ects affecting their lands and resources. voluntary principles on security and Driftwood Your CommunI t Y n ewspaper sIn C e 1960 Income Tax The ArtSpring board encourages com- How well do Canadian mining compa- human rights. CANADIAN & AMERICAN Driftwoodmunity YOUR membersCOMMUNITY to NEWSPAPER come to SINCEArtSpring 1960 and nies carry out the terms of this article? This KAIROS information session will PERSONAL & CORPORATE TAX PREPARTION see what they can do to further the creativity KAIROS, an interfaith social justice be held on Thursday, May 9 at 3 p.m. in and outreach of ArtSpring. group, is sponsoring an information the lower hall of the Salt Spring United James T. Fogarty ISLAND ARTS CENTRE SOCIETY BOARD session about the activities of Cana- Church. DRIFTWOOD AD PROOFdian mining companies. This session We urge you to attend. Opportunities TAX ACCOUNTANT IMMEDIATERemember response land required will feature the showing of a KAIROS will be given for questions and com- Fulford Village Office DVD, Remember the Land, and a guest ments and refreshments will be pro- PH: 250-653-4692 FX: 250-653-9221Please proof this ad carefullyfilm and shown reply ASAP with your approval orspeaker, changes. Don Conley, who has worked vided. by appointment Activities of Canadian mining com- as a consultant helping communities LINDA SCARLETT-HAUCK, EILEEN FogartyIf youAccounting have changes, & Tax Services please Ltd.respond ASAPpanies thus allowingboth in Canada the production and abroad team have time tobalance make the expectations changes indicated. for growth with WTTEWAALL, TOM MITCHELL, If we do not receive a responsebeen by inMONDAY the news AT 5recently PM this asad indigegoes to- pressthe in need this format.to preserve traditional lands SS KAIROS GROUP members ety of ways. Thanks veryTime much. to bike Cyclists, pedestrians and Concert was tops One way to make Ganges more other users of our pathways, I want to congratulate everyone Gulf Islandsappealing for tourists and locals please come out for a photo op in the Salt Spring Singers for the 2013 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE alike actually saves money — at 10:05 a.m. on Saturday, May fantastic concert they put on last Nominate a Deserving Individual or Organization! using active transportation 11 by the cycling information Sunday afternoon. Driftwood Your CommunI t Y n ewspaper sIn C e 1960 DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS Awards of Excellence Categories: instead of motor vehicles. kiosk/bike rack next to the tour- I have been waiting for a long 4:00 PM Pacific Time • Advocacy When we bike or walk, we free ist centre in Ganges. time to hear a concert of famil- July 31, 2013 • Cultural Heritage and Diversity up parking space and we can And please sign up at the iar music such as Broadway show These awards encourage excellence • Innovative Services more readily interact with each http://bccc.bc.ca/biketovote/ tunes at ArtSpring and this concert by honouring people and organizations • Service Provider other as friends and neighbours. and http://www.biketowork.ca/ was produced and directed so well. whose work makes the lives of children • Youth Leadership and youth better, and exemplifies • Lifetime Achievement Award Now’s the time to get on your websites. As a former member of Salt Spring innovation and respect. • Mentoring bike, with Bike to Vote day com- For more information, con- Singers for 15 years, I have always ing up (May 14) and Bike to tact me at [email protected] or enjoyed their concerts. This one Winners will be recognized and honoured at an awards ceremony in September. Work Week (May 27 to June 2). 250-537-5251. was tops. I hope there are more like Many thanks to the business- JAN SLAKOV, it to come. To make a nomination or for more information on the Representative’s Awards, SaS lt pring Bike to Work Week including previous awards, visit www.rcybc.ca es and individuals who have MARY FRASER, already offered to help in a vari- coordinator Salt Spring Gulf Islands Driftwood www.gulfislandsdriftwood.com OPINION WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 | 11 Here's my Card! 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What’s On - the go! Scan this barcode with your smartphone to download, instructions what’s on this week below. Wed. May 8 Thur. May 9 Thur. May 9 Fri. May 10 Sat. May 11 Mon. May 13 Wed. May 15 LIVE ENTERTAINMENT LIVE ENTERTAINMENT aCTIVITIES ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES LIVE ENTERTAINMENT LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Chamigos. Sparkfest. Fundraiser for SS Forum presents Dr. Julio StoryTime at the Library. Dad ‘n Me Pancake Richard Cross. Live music. Tree Terry Warbey. Tree House Cafe. 7 to 10 p.m. SWOVA and the Pass it On Montaner. Winning the Battle Join Melissa for stories of spring Breakfast. House Cafe. 7 to 10 p.m. Tree House Cafe. 7 to 10 p.m. program, with Kinnie Starr, Against HIV/AIDS. ArtSpring. and growing. For children 4 to 7 Drop-In with free pancakes for ACTIVITIES Julie Beattie, Naomi Jason and 7:30 p.m. years. SS Library. 10:30 a.m. dads and kids ages 0-6. Family ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES Community Kitchen. advanced dancers and moe. Advance Poll. Blackburn Property Guided Place. 8:30 to 10 a.m. ToddlerTime at the Library. Salt Spring Chamber of Cooking classes with different Harbour House Hotel. Doors at 7 For provincial election. Hike. One-hour guided hike Writing the Between Bring your little ones aged 3 Commerce AGM. themes. Register weekly at p.m., music at 7:30 p.m. ArtSpring. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. with avian ecologist. Meet at Literary Evening. years and younger for 30 min- New bylaws to be adopted, Family Place. 1 to 3 p.m. Readings by workshop leader/ utes of finger plays, rhymes, election of board members, ACTIVITIES 265 Blackburn Rd. 3 p.m. See SS Historical Society AGM. the land the SSI Conservancy is author Betsy Warland and work- songs and bounces. Salt Spring year-end and financial reports With guest speaker Patrick Remember the Land: Fri. May 10 fundraising to purchase! shop participants. Salt Spring Public Library.10:30 a.m. presented, followed by a wine Taylor, author of An Irish Global Ecumenical Voices Patricia Fraser Book Launch. Public Library. 7 p.m. Auditions for Mamma and cheese mixer for members. Country Doctor, speaking about on Mining. SSI KAIROS group LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Launch of Ken Kirkby - Warrior Advance Poll. Priscilla’s Bird Cage. Lions Hall. 5 p.m. the history of Northern Ireland sponsors film and guest speaker Billie Woods. Painter, with author and Ken For provincial election. A SS Community Theatre Auditions for Mamma and the struggles of two societ- Don Conley on impact of Live music. Tree House Cafe. 7 Kirkby in attendance. Salt Spring ArtSpring. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. production. Call for an appoint- Priscilla’s Bird Cage. ies. Central Community Hall. 2 Canadian mining companies. SS to 10 p.m. Library. 7 p.m. ment: 250-537-2570. Portlock A SS Community Theatre p.m. United Church. 3 p.m. Music for a Spring Evening. Salmon Confidential: Park Portable. 6 to 9 p.m. production. Call for an appoint- Texas Hold’em Poker. New Fire Hall Info Session. Concert by Brenda Deforuk and Film Screening, Update Family Yoga. ment: 250-537-2570. Portlock Every Wednesday night at The Learn about the proposed new Mark McGregor, flutes; and pia- & Discussion. Join biolo- Sun. May 12 For parents and their children Park Portable. 6 to 9 p.m. Local. Sign up at 6:30 p.m. Ganges fire hall project. Central nist Patricia Plumley. Ted & Carol gist Alexandra Morton and under 10 yrs. Art Barn. 11 a.m. Texas Hold’em Poker. Advance Poll. Fire Hall. 7 to 9 pm. Brown’s home. 7:30 p.m. RSVP LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Every Wednesday night at The For provincial election. Phantom of the Opera Movie filmmaker Twyla Roscovich for Local. Sign up at 6:30 p.m. to [email protected]. a film screening and discussion Piano Bar. With Diana English. ArtSpring. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Event. LMH Foundation fun- Harbour House Restaurant. 6:30 Tues. May 14 draiser, with the Fritz cinema ACTIVITIES of the government cover-up of what is killing BC’s wild salmon. to 9:30 p.m. May 9 decked out as the Paris Opera Walk With Your Doc. Wild Bill and Crazy Dave. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Thur. House by Oscar-winning set ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m. Celebrate health and fit- Advance Poll. Tree House Cafe. 7 to 10 p.m. Open Stage with David LIVE ENTERTAINMENT designer Jim Erickson. 7 p.m. ness while walking with Drs. Leo Kottke. Legendary guitar- Jacquest. www. Tech Cafe. For provincial election. Open Stage Night. MacPhail and Butcher. Anyone ArtSpring. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ist live in concert. ArtSpring. Tree House Cafe. 7 to 10 p.m. driftwoodgulfislands The Local. 6 to 10 p.m. Workshop on downloading welcome — free pedometers 8 p.m. Mike Alviano. Live music. Tree e-books. SS Library. 12 to 1 p.m. while quantities last. Portlock ACTIVITIES media.com/calendar/ House Cafe. 7 to 10 p.m. Park. 10 to 11 a.m. ACTIVITIES Family Fitness. Portlock Park. events/ Stowel Lake Farm Plant Sale. 10 a.m. to noon. Sat. May 11 Plants for sale, plus music, Walk With Your Doc. Celebrate view our online at Central Hall call 250-537-4656 lunch, snacks and face painting. health and fitness while To watch the preview go to LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Stowel Lake Farm. 10 a.m. to walking with Drs. Ryan and comprehensive JOIN US ON www.thefritz.ca FACEBOOK Live Local Entertainment. 4 p.m. Beaver. Portlock Park. 12 noon Every Saturday. The Local. 3 to Mother’s Day Toonie Swim. to 1 p.m. interactive Starring Thursday May 9th at 7:00 Lady Minto Hospital 5:30 p.m. Meditation for Chronic Pain Foundation presents Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Bring mom to the pool for a calendar of Morgan Freeman Laila Garsys. $2 swim. Rainbow Road Pool. and Wellness. Tuesdays series and Tom Cruise Phantom of the Opera 25th Anniversary Edi- events listings tion. The Fritz will be decked out as the Paris Harbour House Restaurant. 6:30 1:30 p.m. starts today. Still Point Yoga to 9:30 p.m. Studio. 3:30 p.m. 124 min Opera House by Oscar Award Winning Set we want to be Rating: PG Designer Jim Erickson. Coastal Giants. Provincial Election. Tree House Cafe. 7 to 10 p.m. Voting from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. YOUR Tickets $20 at the door. All proceeds to go-to-place Lady Minto Hospital Foundation. Pianist Bruce Vogt. ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m. Pre-concert for everything Star Trek Into Darkness Special Opening Show chat at 6:30 p.m. happening Friday to Tuesday 7:00 Thursday May 16th 8:00 on Salt Spring Saltspring Driftwood Ad May 8 What’s On 3.3125 x 1.75 B&W
CINEMA throughout the ArtSpring lobby, with inspiration from the Blackburn Lake natural beauty of the West Coast environment. • Oblivion — On a spectacular future Earth in 2077 evolved • Lisa Lipsett shows Nestling paintings at Cafe Talia from beyond recognition, Jack Harper is a security repairmen on an Protection Campaign May 2 to 31. Make a pledge to the SSI Conservancy purchase! evacuated Earth, after decades of war with an alien threat. In • Alli Hames and Luke Loiselle show work at Barb’s See the pledge form in this issue of the Driftwood; This two weeks, he will join the survivors on a lunar colony. After Bakery and Bistro during May. Call 250-538-0318 or visit saltspringconservancy.ca he rescues a beautiful stranger from a downed spacecraft, a • Shutterjunkie (photography by Gregor Alan) is at Salt high profile chain of events leads him to discover shocking truths about Spring Coffee Co. through May and June. the past. Ganges, Mouat’s Centre • 7:30am to 9pm • Customer Service 250-537-1522 • Duthie Gallery features photos by celebrated photographer advertising • Also — Special screening of the 25th anniversary edition of Alex Waterhouse-Hayward until May 30. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera, with Jim • The Salt Spring Photography Club presents photos by space Erickson set decoration in the theatre. A fundraiser for the SqueezeSqueeze Me!!Me!! Judy H. McPhee at the Country Grocer Café through LM Hospital Foundation’s Phantom Ball. Runs Thursday, May May. 9 at 7 p.m. is available, • David Moss has paintings at Penny’s Pantry. SqueezeSqueeze Me!Me! EXHIBITIONS • Salt Spring Gallery of Fine Art features work by Lloyd call Nicholson, Leanne Brusatore, LeeAnn Norgard, Peter • The 4th annual Symbolically 8 spring exhibition runs daily Allan, Heide Van Impe, Ken Ketchum, Dawn Davies, at Gallery 8 in Grace Point Square until May 12. Lorne Shantz, Bob Rogers and Saltspring Fancy. 250.537.9933 • Opening exhibition of Pod Contemporary, Art on Paper, featuring eight local artists, runs to June 6, from 10 a.m. to 5 1-800-887-43211-800-8874321 p.m. daily at 102-120 Fulford-Ganges Rd. www.tempurcanada.comwww.tempurcanada.com TheThe only onlymattress mattress TempurTempur is is sold sold in overover 50 50 countries countries getnoticed board recognizedrecognized by NASA by NASA worldwide, with hundreds of • West Coast painter Wesley Clark exhibits recent selected and certified by the worldwide, with hundreds of Spaceand Foundation certified by the dealersdealers across across Canada Canada. Space Foundation GULF ISLANDS acrylics from four favourite themes at the Harbour House The new free place to list your fi tness class AA betterbetter night’s sleep, no no springssprings attached! Hotel Gallery during May. or regular group activities of any kind. Send your submissions to news@gulfi slands.net or drop • Exhibit of photography by Tatjana Liberty-Horucki is at them off at the Driftwood offi ce. YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1960 UNCLE ALBERT’S FURNITURE Fernwood Road Cafe until May 18. Published in the fi rst Driftwood of each month! 107 2nd St. Duncan Mon.-Sat. 9-5:30 • Peter Eyles’ recent oil paintings are exhibited during May Brought to you by Saunders Subaru. 1-800-593-5303 Sun 11-4
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Driftwood Your CommunI t Y n ewspaper sIn C e 1960 14 | WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 arts and entertainment www.gulfislandsdriftwood.com Gulf Islands Driftwood CONCERT ArtSpring season ends on high note with Vogt concert Acclaimed pianist was in ArtSpring’s new theatre. He will span piano music from returns now to give an excit- the 17th to the 20th centuries, among first performers ing recital to close ArtSpring’s featuring works by Rameau, 2012-13 season. Mozart and Debussy. at arts centre Vogt is head of piano studies “We sometimes foolish- at UVic, and in addition is a dis- ly assume that great musi- On Saturday, May 11, tinguished soloist and chamber cians must live far away,” says ArtSpring finishes its 14th year musician who has performed ArtSpring executive director of concert programming by across Canada, the U.S., Brit- George Sipos. “Victoria may going back to where it all began ain, Germany, France, Italy, seem too familiar to us, but it is in 1999. Eastern Europe and in China home to a very fine and impor- That year several prominent and Japan. tant Canadian pianist, and I’m Canadian musicians very gen- He is widely recognized delighted that we will have a erously offered their time and as a major interpreter of the chance to hear Bruce Vogt per- talent to launch the bold experi- music of Franz Liszt and his form again on Salt Spring.” ment of bringing international- ArtSpring concert will feature a The Saturday concert starts at standard performing arts pre- second half devoted to his per- 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available sentation on Salt Spring. Vic- sonal favourites from the great from the ArtSpring Ticket Cen- toria’s Bruce Vogt was among Romantic composer. tre at 250-537-2102 or online at Photo contributed the first pianists to perform The first half of the program tickets.artspring.ca. Pianist Bruce Vogt performs in concert May 11 at ArtSpring. FUNDRAISER Dramatic fundraiser on Phantom night This Thursday night as the Paris Opera House “We are very excited annual Phantom Ball fun- with the brilliant assistance about this movie event draiser, which assists the at The Fritz of Jim Erickson, winner of extravaganza and encour- hospital in purchase of a 2013 Academy award for age all movie-goers to dress much-needed equipment Lady Minto Hospital his set design of the movie up,” said Diana Hayes of the items and hospital projects. Foundation and The Fritz Lincoln. Lady Minto Hospital Foun- In the last two years, a sig- cinema have joined forc- A catered reception will dation. nificant laboratory update es to present the 25th- be held at the interval with Tickets ($20) will be sold has taken place along with year anniversary edition special treats and “bub- at the door and a limited much-needed equipment of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s bly,” airline style. A mystery number will be available upgrades for the radiology, Phantom of the Opera stage guest will appear at that for pre-sale at Salt Spring laboratory and endosocopy performance filmed at the time, with photo opportu- Books. services. Royal Albert Hall. nities for all patrons. Masks and costumes are The foundation’s Phan- The event is for one night As well, the foundation’s optional, but encouraged. tom Ball fundraiser is also only, on Thursday, May 9, mascot doggy might also be All proceeds from door underway now. (See a story starting at 7 p.m., and will in the midst, in formal wear, sales will go directly in next week’s issue of the see the theatre decked out of course. towards the foundation’s Driftwood.)
BOOK LAuNCH Survival themes part of Reiss book
womeninbusiness Launch party on “Haunted by so much death, the book asks, how can one learn Trade Show Thursday, May 16 to live?” asks a press release. “The evenT poems answer through their lan- Salt Spring poet Murraywomenin Reiss guage. Elliptical and allusive, and Salt Spring Books welcome veined with dark humour, often when: Thursday May 16th islanders to the launch of Reiss’ surreal, proceeding by fits and TIMe: 4 pm – 7 pm first full-length poetry collection,Trade Show starts, feints and misdirections, where: Mahon Hall The Survival Rate of Butterflies in these poems illumine some of the Wild, on Thursday, May 16 at evenT history’s darkest shadows with Published in the May 15 edition Lions Hall. a searching, redemptive light Just published by Hagios Press, that shows the fearful price of the Driftwood and it’s online! Survival Rate portrays a childwhen- : Thursday May 16th paid when history’s traumas are hood haunted not only by the TIMe: 4 pm – 7 pm passed down from one genera- Featured attractions include Holocaust — in which his father’swhere : Mahon Hall tion to the next in secrecy and Tanya Lester author of entire family perished — but by silence.” “Confessions of a Tea Leaf Reader” his father’s subsequent desolate Griffin Prize-nominated poet Tanya is taking bookings for Friday, May 17 - silence and shame for havingPublished in the May 15 edition Priscila Uppal calls Survival survived. Call now to book 250-538-0086 of the Driftwood and it’s online! Rate “a collection that heals as A “second-hand survivor,” his it transforms and soars into the 9th annual father’s “distance from the chim- light — like the wild butterflies of neys didn’t spare him; / his disFeatured- attractions include the title, wisdom and heartbreak tance from those smokestacks Tanya Lester author of flutter through these pages con- womeninbusiness was his disease.” Cover of Reiss’ new poetry book. “Confessions of a Tea Leaf Reader” tained in delicate language both Visitors will have a unique opportunity “His generation,” Reiss fragile and beautiful.” to meet and interact with local women in business explains, “had few words for And Salt Spring’s own Gover- who represent the products they admire and trauma of any kind, let alone one Survival9th annual Rate fills that desolate nor General’s Award-winning consume. This is a wonderful opportunity to gather of this magnitude — the irrep- silence with the family dead, who poet Robert Hilles calls it “an the information you need to make informed purchase arable loss of an entire world. return as butterflies to instruct astonishing … shocking but They had no way to thinkwomeninbusiness — let the poet in survival; a clubfoot decisions, and indeed to purchase directly from the compassionate book. Its poems alone speak — of such a disaster. twin who limps in “Poland- do not spare the truth but force exhibitors on site. Visitors will have a unique opportunity to meet Tickets $5.00 at the door It was as if, along with everything before-I-was-born”; a blonde- us closer to its exposing light.” and interact with local women in business Advance tickets only $3.00 ea. else, they had been struck dumb. wigged mannequin named Anne Doors open at 7 p.m. and the It’s fallen to the next generationwho representwho lives the in theproducts attic; the they infa admire- reading and starts at 7:30. There will BooK YoUr SPoT TodaY...SPaCe IS LIMITed to inscribe the full dimensionsconsume. of mous This Dr. is Mengele; a wonderful and the opportunity last be refreshments and admission that loss.” to gathertwo the Jews information in Poland. you need tois makefree. informed purchase decisions, and indeed to purchase directly from the exhibitors on site. BooK YoUr SPoT TodaY...SPaCe IS LIMITed Gulf Islands Driftwood www.gulfislandsdriftwood.com arts and entertainment WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 | 15 EXHIBITIONS Photography exhibit reveals depth of famous artists No slowing down photo was shot on Pola- Waterhouse-Hayward’s roid film, the backing then talent for portraiture is for Alex Waterhouse- peeled, with printing done immense. His ability to Hayward through the help of a scan- bring forth character shines ner. through beautifully in pho- The motif and the tech- tographs of Swedish actress- BY ELIZABETH NOLAN nique are both indicative of turned UN ambassador Liv DRIFTWOOD STAFF the photographer’s recent Ullman, Peruvian author Alex Waterhouse-Hay- explorations. Waterhouse- Mario Vargas Llosa and the ward may be one of Van- Hayward has the New York Canadian pioneer of lesbian couver’s most successful Times delivered daily and fiction, Jane Rule. The pho- commercial photographers, has been having break- tographer fondly recalls the but the man behind a solo fast in bed for 15 years. He writer who lived on Galiano exhibition now on at Duthie finds endless inspiration Island before her death; his Gallery has artistic depths in the arts section’s reports portrait of her became her reaching far beyond glossy on paintings, galleries and favourite and her preferred cover shots. art openings, and has taken publicity shot. People, Plants and Passion to posing his subjects in The passionate side of sums up some of his work the same positions seen the photographer is also on over the past two decades in in paintings by Velasquez, display, with a selection of a very general sense: what is Goya and Hopper. erotic works mainly taken encompassed therein may Alex Waterhouse-Hayward photos of a rose and himself seated in a chair. On the technical side, in the 1990s. But although surprise and even shock vis- Waterhouse-Hayward Waterhouse-Hayward has itors, not just for the content remains committed to been taking photos of nude but for the photographer’s urday evening’s opening red shawl that his mother cians, as well as a doctor and shooting on film (he always women since 1977, he diverse gaze. Large prints reception, “but the most bought in Mexico City dur- a dominatrix. Salt Spring gets his shot in only a few finds he is softening in his of perfect flower blooms, important thing for a pho- ing the 1950s. His inspira- artist Stefanie Denz is part of takes), and has been print- approach in his later years. portraits of famous actors tographer is like for a gun- tion comes partly from the the series, as is gallery owner ing images onto paper that “We go through stages and writers that are burst- fighter: a gunfighter is only influential German photog- Celia Duthie. (These two are is no longer being produced, of what we think is erotic, ing with character and pho- as good as his last gunfight.” rapher August Sander, who not on exhibit but can be using up the ends of the last what we think is sexy. I tographic versions of the The results of some of the was known for taking pho- viewed on the artist’s blog.) remaining boxes. came to the conclusion at strip-tease can all be found, artist’s most recent draws tos of everyone in the vil- Another recent work fea- “One of the most beauti- age 70, when the plumb- reflecting a hungry curios- from the holster can be seen lage without prejudice: the tures a new favourite model ful words in the English lan- ing doesn’t work so well ity that isn’t close to being at Duthie Gallery, including baker was just as worthy as of Waterhouse-Hayward’s, guage is latent,” he said. anymore, that it’s all in the dampened after 70 years on a portrait of Salt Spring’s Jim the mayor. who happens to be a librar- “When you take a photo- mind,” he explained. the planet. Erickson. The work is part of Subjects so far in My ian from North Vancouver. graph you have an image that The show continues to “Many photographers an ongoing series in which Mother’s Red Shawl - El She can be seen reclined has to be developed — ‘devel- May 30. Gallery hours are rest on their laurels,” Water- Waterhouse-Hayward pho- Rebozo Colorado include over a draped sofa in a pose oped out’ was the common Friday to Monday, 10 a.m. to house-Hayward said at Sat- tographs people wearing a dancers, actors and musi- inspired by Balthus. The term in the 19th century.” 5 p.m. or by appointment.
Christine Torgrimson leads Friday after- Protecting noon ramblers at the Blackburn Lake the source property.
Blackburn Lake the ocean south of Beddis Beach. integral to watershed As much as 75 per t health cent of all the water that enters Cusheon THINGS TO DO Lake travels through For several weeks now, Blackburn Lake. Nearly all SaltSpring Spring Island Island Conservancy. DONATE TO protec staff and volunteers at the of that water in Blackburn More information about the Salt Spring Island Conser- originates from a pair of ongoing campaign is available at vancy have sought island- streams and wetlands on www.saltspringconservancy.ca. Blackburn ForLake healthy drinking water into the ers’ contributions to a the very property sought by ✔ future pivotal campaign aimed the Conservancy. DID YOU KNOW ? at protecting 32 acres of “Because land distur- ✔ For a place for people to enjoy waterfront property along bance is the primary cause Anyone who wants to take Blackburn Lake. of phosphorus loading advantage of the recent fine weather ✔ For its many birds and abundant To date, organizers report in Cusheon Lake, uncon- to get a closer look at the Blackburn wildlife a strong response on behalf trolled land disturbance of community groups and on this property could Road property can come out to one of individuals who’ve eagerly have serious impact on an the Conservancy-led walks through the submitted pledges towards already troubled Cusheon property. YES reaching the $600,000 Lake,” according to the One-hour guided hikes begin Fridays at needed to buy the property 2007 Cusheon Lake Water- 3 p.m., rain or shine, at 265 Blackburn Rd. ✔ Please say and preserve the land as a shed Management Plan. Proper hiking shoes or gumboots are highly nature reserve for genera- “The Conservancy wants recommended. tions to come. to support the community Susan Hannon, a Salt Spring-based avian As well as its wealth of in protecting this water- ■ Other birds, small mammals, shed and helping clean ecologist, will lead the next walk on May 10. YES! amphibians, rich flora drinking water, and we look Hannon will offer visitors a glimpse into the My Pledge IS ■FOR: $500 ■ $10,000 and peaceful setting near forward, over time, to part- property’s rich array of bird life, which include ■ $100 ■ $5,000 the junction of Blackburn nering with other groups great blue herons, peregrine falcons, band-tailed ■ $1,000 and Fulford-Ganges roads, and agencies, neighbours pigeons and so many more. ______Blackburn Lake and the and community members ______Bug expert Linda Gilkeson is scheduled to Name: ______land that surrounds it play to accomplish this through ______Email: a crucial role to ensure the our example of careful present a special program on the property’s insect AdDress: ______quality of water that flows stewardship of this criti- population on May 17. She’ll describe how such Ph: o: down Cusheon Creek, into cal watershed property,” small critters play a major role in the broader health Please mail t Cusheon Lake and through said Christine Torgrimson, of the ecosystem. Salt Spring Conservancy, PO Box 722, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2W3 the lower watershed into executive director of the We’ll collect pledges later and issue tax receipts at that time. 16 | WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 arts and entertainment www.gulfislandsdriftwood.com Gulf Islands Driftwood EXHIBIT Peter Eyles paintings inspired by nature on display now Throughout May at All the work is done in ponent in the construction comes from the beauty of Eyles has shown his work as an artist/illustrator with oil, a medium known for its of the pieces,” said Eyles. the natural environment, in a number of commercial BC Parks, which is when he ArtSpring rich colour and workability. “The work shows a devel- and the ocean shore often galleries and group shows. purchased his Salt Spring A third of these paintings opment toward a loose appears in his work. The Early years involved finish- land. Not long after, the Peter Eyles is showing his are small field studies done painterly style. There is also majority of the paintings ing a BFA at UVic, studying artist moved to Salt Spring recent oil landscape paint- on site, while the larger a sampling of abstract non- are Salt Spring based with drawing, painting, print- where he and his wife Gail ings during the month of paintings are studio work. objective work.” a few scenes from other making and photography. have built a home and May in the ArtSpring lobby. “Drawing is a key com- Eyles said his inspiration islands. He also spent three years raised two sons.
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Vote on General Voting Day Voters can attend any please contact Elections BC. Saanich North and the Islands general voting location in the province from 8 a.m. 1528 Stellys Cross Rd to 8 p.m. (Pacific time), Tuesday, May 14, 2013. Government-issue identity document Examples: healthcare card, birth certificate, Social Central Saanich, BC How to Vote Insurance Card, passport, citizenship document/certificate, (250) 952-4100 • Choose only one candidate. Old Age Security Identification Card, Canadian Forces Hours of Operation • Mark your ballot with an or . identification, Firearm Acquisition Certificate, firearm Monday - Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Possession and Acquisition Licence, Veterans Affairs Canada Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Who Can Vote? 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Using his paintings as This valuable real estate, he brought HERES MY CARD AD SIZE: BY ELIZABETH NOLAN worldwide attention to the Inu- 1.7”high X 4” profile DRIFTWOOD STAFF it’s plea for self-governance and Painter Ken Kirkby made inter- had a part in making Nunavut a advertising national headlines when his political reality. His painting Isu- HORIZONTAL MAY 8 record-breaking work Isumataq, mataq, comprising 38 12-foot- HERES MY CARD AD SIZE: a 152-foot-long Arctic landscape, high panels, also made the Arctic space was unveiled at Canada’s House landscape and the inukshuk part 3.5” X 2” #2 PAGE of Commons in 1991, but his of the nation’s most recognizable is available, crowing achievement was restor- visual culture. ing a small Vancouver Island He used his fame and his creek to fish-bearing status. paintings again to bring the call The story of how he did so — mostly dead Nile Creek back to first as an unwilling member and historic levels of fish returns — 250.537.9933 then president of the Nile Creek but also employed his no-non- ROTATE Enhancement Society — is the sense approach to cut through framework upon which an entire group politics and get scientific DONE FOR life is remembered in Ken Kirkby: mysterious childhood illness, backing from the Department of Warrior Painter, a new biography the boy benefitted equally Fisheries and Oceans. MAY 8 by Salt Spring writer Pat Fraser. from friendships with the vil- Working with the Nile Creek Kim Nash 250.537.4369 The avid fisherman, social jus- lage handyman, a professor of Enhancement Society to increase [email protected] tice champion and accomplished architecture and the Canadian sustainability of its pink salmon See us on Facebook artist is revealed as a man whose ambassador. hatchery, Kirkby went on to clear ways don’t always conform to As a man who grew up without out the creek mouth and build a the rest of the world. But as Fra- ever attending school in an insti- moveable barrier to reduce fur- ser shows, he is someone who tutional setting and had his first ther build-up, and helped re- The Island’s Complete Weekly, Bi-Weekly Pool & doesn’t just use his powers for success as an artist at a sold-out establish kelp beds and eelgrass. 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While Warrior Painting is Saltspring Island www.gulfislandspas.com Rather than telling Kirkby’s his- He used his fame and therefore the story of how one Serving all the Gulf Islands since 1999 tory from birth to present, she man has directed his talents, the starts with his move to the tiny his paintings again book is also a source of inspi- seaside hamlet of Bowser, where ration in a time when environ- he finds himself on the brink of to bring the mostly mental causes can feel hopeless I’ll work for you break-down at age 61. Elements and a model of how personal or with you of his childhood, early adult dead Nile Creek back setbacks can become the spring- years and most recent failed board for great outcomes. Neale Smith DRIFTWOOD relationship are seeded into to historic levels of fish “What Nunavut represent- • All phases of drywall each chapter, with the story of ed was an argument between • Complete custom painting AD PROOF the Nile Creek restoration proj- human beings,” Kirkby says in • Handyman services returns . . . . . • Journeyman workmanship ect pulling the narrative along the book. • 40 years experience IMMEDIATE response required to the present day. “What we are doing here is 250.221.1195 Kirkby’s history is as intrigu- rectifying an argument between Please proof this ad carefully ing as his modern crusade. The ability of the few to make human beings and the rest of and reply ASAP with your His father was English and his a difference is in fact a strong nature — and that’s a lot bigger mother came from a family of message that threads through story.” approval or changes. Spanish-English entrepreneurs the entire book. Kirkby’s early A book launch with Fraser and If you have changes, please with documents tracing their mentors in Portugal eventually Kirkby in attendance will take lineage back to a Danish Viking led him to the Arctic and two of place this Friday, May 10 at 7 respond ASAP thus allowing called Rurik of the Rus — by his favourite B.C. fishing holes: p.m. at the Salt Spring public the production team time to some accounts, the founder of Nile Creek and Peterhope Lake. library. Warrior Painter can also make the changes indicated. modern Russia. Living in Por- He visited all of these places after be found at Salt Spring Books tugal to restore Kirkby from a his family moved to Vancouver and through Amazon. If we do not receive a MUSIC response by MONDAY AT 5 PM Viva Voce choir wins festival award this ad goes to press in this format. Thanks very much. Our Spirits Sing last month. blend, especially con- instructors John Trepp Participating choirs sidering the variety of and Fabiana Katz over concerts run performed songs in ages in the choir, as several years to help Dr. Patrick Callas, ND May 25 & 26 at the acoustically amaz- heard during their ren- the group to create ing sanctuary of First ditions of Rise Up My a better sound as an 250-537-0035 Driftwood Your CommunitY n ewspaper s inC e 1960 ArtSpring Metropolitan United Love and Ain’-a that ensemble. DRIFTWOOD Church on April 15, Good News. 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Photos by Jen MacLellan RUCKLE HERITAGE FARM DAY: At left, Kaylin Lister holds the “fish” she caught at the fish-pond so she can claim her prize, while Natascha Wille and her Braunvieh friend get set to meet an admiring public at Ruckle Heritage Farm Day held in Ruckle Provincial Park on Sunday. The annual celebration of rural life includes old-time skills, music, animals, good food and more.
9th ANNUAL LIBRARY PLANT SALE & OPEN HOUSE Karen Hudson named chief librarian Programming, The Ideas of March brought in programming has always been 11 local writers in tandem with popular at the library, but with resource allocation the 111 West Coast Literary Por- the change in demographics, in plans traits exhibit. A Canada Council toddler and baby programs are grant funded the short stories also now required. series in April, bringing eight “We have to look at the what BY ELIZABETH NOLAN B.C. writers in for four evening part of the population needs the DRIFTWOOD STAFF sessions. library,” she said. SUNDAY, MAY 12th Salt Spring’s Karen Hudson Hudson said the library will How to serve the community (Mother’s Day) 10am – 4pm will move a step up the ladder now take a break on series best will be the focus of a formal to take over as the island’s chief until after the fall fair, when survey later this year. There is Live Music! librarian when Brigitte Peter- poetry will come into focus. In also a suggestion board in the Delicious lunch & tasty treats made by Haidee Cherneff retires from the posi- the meantime, local and visit- library. Face Painting • Garden & Farm Tours tion on June 1. ing authors are taking advan- Hudson said one of her plans Hudson was selected from STOWEL LAKE FARM For more information and a tage of the new space to stage is to look more closely at the col- 190 Reynolds Rd. complete plant list: a competitive pool of around Photo by Elizabeth Nolan their book launches. Hudson lections and whether they need 250-653-4308 www.stowellakefarm.com 15 applicants. She will build Karen Hudson is the new chief even had a call from the Ran- to have changes. While paper on her experience as a long- librarian as of June 1. dom House office in Toronto on books will never disappear, she time volunteer and as a staff Monday morning regarding an wants to build up a stand-alone member since 2009, when she tions from around the province author the publisher wants to e-book collection for Salt Spring was hired after completing her have already been received send in. patrons, so they don’t have to Master of Library and Informa- — and Hudson believes many “Now that we have this facil- rely on the B.C.-wide program tion Studies degree from UBC. more will come in. ity, the word is out, because they and compete with people all Her previous experience also Another priority will be work- read the announcements from over the province to reserve includes working for the UBC ing with the library board to cre- other authors who have been titles. Library and Vancouver Public ate the next strategic plan. here,” she said. “We need to see if resource Library, and as executive direc- “The last plan expired in Friday noon hours during the allocations match collection tor of the Salt Spring Island 2011 — and we achieved all summer months will likely be use — and we won’t be able to Conservancy. our goals,” Hudson said. These devoted to informal readings. do that until we’ve been in the “Karen Hudson brings excel- included creating professional People can bring their lunches building for at least a year,” Hud- lent management experi- leadership by hiring paid librar- and wander in and out depend- son said, but added a practicum ence to the position. She has ians, starting with Marilyn Ming. ing on their work schedules. student is already looking into 14 years of experience within The assistant librarian position Another area of adult pro- which e-books people want our own library and has built was then established with the graming that’s launched suc- right now. strong, broadly based commu- hiring of Peter-Cherneff. cessfully is the Tech Cafe, offered Also on Hudson’s list of pri- nity networks. We are pleased Building the new library was Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. orities is ensuring the library’s that someone with her energy, another major goal, and com- The library purchased 13 lap- volunteer program stays strong skill sets and understanding of pleting it meant the board put tops with a donation from the by training all the newcomers our community will assume off working on its next strate- Salt Spring Foundation and is and finding roles for everyone this key leadership role,” stated gic plan until they had the new offering free courses in con- involved, and implement- Les Brost, chair of the library’s space ready and an idea of what junction with Salt Spring Liter- ing green practices within the board of directors, in a press would be needed there. acy. Everything from how to use library that reflect the building’s release. Since opening in December Facebook and Twitter to how to LEED Gold standard. DRIFTWOODOne of Hudson’s AD first PROOF respon- 2012, the library has already use a smart phone and down- For more information on sibilities will be to hire her own seen increased adult program- load e-books is being covered. library events and programs, see IMMEDIATEreplacement. response Some required10 applica- ming with two author series. Hudson noted that children’s saltspring.bclibrary.ca. Please proof this ad carefully and reply ASAP with your approval or changes. HEALTH If you haveBring changes, Mom down please for respond a picnic ASAP in the thus vineyard! allowing the production team time to make the changes indicated. If we do not receive a response by MONDAY AT 5 PM this ad goes to press in this format. Walk with Doc returns Thanks very much. Islanders have two opportuni- The May 10 walk will be super- ties to celebrate fitness and activ- vised by Drs. MacPhail and Butch- Gulf Islands Specials just for Mom! ity in a casual exercise with local er, while Drs. 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BOATING SAFETY Heed your boat safety check-list before heading out Don’t rely on Coast Guard for his people. boater, any time. That’s just part of boat- the skipper of that vessel you best be prepared to pay Yes, he says, the Coast Guard will ing. And it’s not necessarily an indica- for the tow. resources to save the day come to someone’s aid if they’re having tion that the boater has simply failed to Perhaps the best way to be prepared every time is mechanical problems or have run out of properly look after the boat. to review your check list BEFORE you leave the dock It’s a beautiful day; the sun is shining gas. But only if there is imminent danger But Miller says the Coast Guard often — fuel, battery, charts, weather, instruments, safety and you’ve just launched your boat for to them or their vessel. finds that those who break down do so equipment, lifejackets on, etc. You could start making the start of another season on the water. In other words, if your tanks have repeatedly. that list now if you don’t already have one. Thoughts of that tough winter just simply run dry but the weather is fine “And when we investigate, we find the It’s all simple common sense, isn’t it? Preventative past are quickly forgotten. Everyone’s on and your vessel isn’t drifting towards boat is in total disarray down below,” he medicine. And it can go an awfully long way to ensur- board, excited about the day ahead, so rocks or any other kind of danger, then, said. ing that every time you venture out on your boat, you off you go. The day unfolds as you had Miller says, the Coast Guard won’t come The most common calls for help to the will be safe and you will return safely as well. hoped it would — until a problem leaves directly. Coast Guard are all based on situations you dead in the water. “We issue a marine assistance radio that are entirely preventable by the boat SOURCE: Canadian Safe Boating Council It could be that you’ve run out of gas broadcast and if a towing company or a owner. or you’ve had a mechanical breakdown vessel of opportunity answers it, then we In the past, the Coast Guard respond- of some kind. What to do? won’t be towing.” ed to all these calls. But their resources The real question should be “what Miller says there’s a very good reason for dealing with real emergencies were should I do before I leave the dock?” for this. Seventy-five to 80 per cent of constantly being stretched thin. And the answer is “review your check calls for help to the Coast Guard are The U.S. Coast Guard made it official list.” non-distress calls; the most common years ago that they will no longer con- Many boaters would quickly call up ones deal with boats that have broken duct tows — except in life-threatening or the Canadian Coast Guard for help. “I’m down or run aground or have just run dangerous situations. That has spawned s )Ns )N out of gas. Can you rescue me?” “We’ve out of gas — far and away the most com- a number of towing operations to spring been anchored and now my engine mon call to the Coast Guard. up in the United States. So American s#s# won’t start. Can you rescue me?” Running aground is the next most boaters are forced to call and pay for The perception that is all too com- common issue, Miller says. a private tow if they run out of gas or mon among boaters in Canada is that “What we often hear from the boater break down and are not in any immedi- MarineMarine Electrical Electrical & ElectronicElectronic Sales Sales the Coast Guard not only saves lives but is ‘that rock wasn’t here last year.’ We ate danger. s )NVERTER#HARGERS !LTERATORSs )NVERTER#HARGERS !LTERATORS assists boaters who are stranded. The see an awful lot of boaters who have Can we expect the Canadian Coast s #USTOM 0ANELS 3TEERING 3YSTEMSs #USTOM 0ANELS 3TEERING 3YSTEMS Coast Guard, in other words, is a water- no charts or, if they do, they don’t know Guard to adopt a similar policy? s 3ALES $ESIGN )NSTALLATION 3ERVICEs 3ALES $ESIGN )NSTALLATION 3ERVICE based version of the Canadian Automo- how to read them or they don’t know Presently, the policy with the Canadi- s 2ADAs 2ADArr $EPTH 3OUNDERS #HART 0LOTTERS $EPTH 3OUNDERS #HART 0LOTTERS bile Association. how to work their GPS. We’ve even seen an Coast Guard is to defer towing vessels s #OMPLETE s #OMPLETE s #OMPLETE s #OMPLETE VESSEL 7IRING 2ElTS .EW "UILDSVESSEL 7IRING 2ElTS .EW "UILDS Scott Miller, a maritime search and some boaters trying to navigate with that are not in distress or in non-poten- rescue coordinator with the Canadian road maps!” tial distress situations to commercial 250-386-8375386-8375 www.anchormarineelectric.com386-8375 Coast Guard says this is a real problem Mechanical failures can strike any tow operators, which means if you are www.anchormarineelectric.comwww.anchormarineelectric.com preparedness MID ISlE MArINE & EquIPMENT Equipment to bring DRIFTWOOD AD PROOF 250-653-4020 IMMEDIATE response required The Canadian Safe Boating 2. One buoyant heaving line of not Council recommends boaters take less than 15 metres in length. Please proof this ad carefully and reply ASAP with your approval or changes. along the following when they Boat Safety Equipment If you have changes, please respond ASAP thus allowing the production team time to make the changes indicated. head out on the water. 3. One manual propelling device OR an anchor with not less than 15 If we do not receive a response by MONDAY AT 5 PM this ad goes to press in this format. Tool Kits and Spare Parts metres of cable, rope or chain in any You may need to make repairs combination. Thanks very much. while out on the water. Take along 4. One Class 5BC fire extinguisher, a tool kit, spare parts (for exam- if the pleasure craft is equipped with Gulf Islands ple, fuses, bulbs, a spare propel- an inboard engine, a fixed fuel tank Don’t get left in the drink this summer practice safe boating ler, nuts and bolts, penetrating oil of any size, or a fuel burning cooking, to free-up stuck fasteners, duct heating or refrigerating appliance. [email protected] | www.midislemarine.comDriftwood Your CommunI t Y n ewspaper sIn C e 1960 tape, spark plugs), and tools and 5. One bailer or one manual materials to temporarily stop hull water pump fitted with or accom- licensed Mechanic, Mobile Service, Boat and Motor Sales leaks. panied by sufficient hose to enable Now that you have the tools a person using the pump to pump available, do you know what to do water from the bilge of the vessel with them? Take along the own- over the side of the vessel. A bail- er’s manual and any other guide- er or manual water pump is not BEAutiful & StROng DOCk SyStEmS Built tO lASt book you might need. required for any multi-hull vessel that has subdivided multiple-sealed • Time for a new Ramp or Dock? First Aid Kit hull construction. • Get EXACTLY Maybe a new radar arch for your boat? When boating, you are likely to Now is the time! be some distance from medical Distress Equipment what you want! 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ENVIRONMENT Adventurer gives Arctic talk Lo Camps at based business called Nature to Salt Spring Islanders Tom Trek Canada. Bergerud and Heather Butler, conservancy evening His talk will take people to who spearheaded decades-long northern Labrador from his biol- studies of the caribou herd. on May 17 ogist’s and traveller’s perspec- Camps has been giving lec- tives, showing a land that few tures for large audiences for Caribou, climate change and people have had the privilege to years and will share his work and the Salt Spring connection is the visit. passion for Canada’s sub-arctic topic of a special May 17 pre- Camps will follow the amazing with a sense of humour and a sentation sponsored by the Salt story of the George River cari- vast array of real-life adventures Spring Island Conservancy. bou herd, that expanded from and experiences. The event at the Community 17,000 animals in the 1950s to As an interactive lecture, peo-
Gospel Chapel hall starts at 7 over 700,000 caribou in 1988. ple are welcome to share their Photo by Elaine Shaw p.m. He will explain the life cycle of thoughts during any part of the Joining the usual deer, ducks, otters, eagles The speaker, wildlife biologist northern caribou and their basic talk. FITTING RIGHT IN: Lo Camps, has studied caribou, ecology, and discuss the role of Camps and his partner, wild- and songbirds at the Salt Spring Golf & Country Club is a beautiful black wolves and other Arctic wildlife climate change to the survival life biologist Annemarie Linders, Muscovy duck which seems to have made its home amongst the other for over 15 years. He has also of caribou and sub-arctic eco- have lived on Salt Spring since ducks and Canada geese on the golf course. “Visually, the new duck organized and led tours around systems. 1988 and their sons Tim and looks a little out of place with them,” says photographer Elaine Shaw, “but the world through his island- He will also connect the dots Mark were both born here. it seems to have settled in happily with his new friends.”
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Gulf Islands Driftwood www.gulfislandsdriftwood.com people and community WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 | 23 TRIBUTE The Gulf Clinic Welcomes Pat Donnelly of Family, music, justice filled Virginia’s life “Elderberry Yarns” A woman who touched so many sity of Southern California. upcoming artists while working parts of the Salt Spring community She studied voice, art and French at the Bird Cage Theater at Knott’s - Opening Soon! for more than 40 years died on April at USC — she never knew which Berry Farm, including Steve Mar- 26 at the age of 90. Virginia Newman’s she liked best! After her first mar- tin, and played the unique steam Wishing you every daughter Sue provided the following riage failed, she met Ray Newman, calliope. She abbreviated Broadway tribute piece. a co-worker at a music store. They musicals, rehearsed us and played success - began to play music (with a male for us kids to perform in the March Rob & Rowena Dixon Virginia Newman was born in Los bass player they were called Two of Dimes Variety Shows. After Amy Angeles, Calif., to Vallance Arnott, Cats and a Mouse), married and had turned five, she went back to school 241 Lower Ganges Rd. concert pianist and teacher, and Dr. five children together: Bruce, Paul, and began her beloved teaching Clayton D. Carus, professor of eco- Wendy, Sue and Amy. career. nomics/foreign trade at the Univer- Virginia accompanied many As the Vietnam War escalated, Ray and “Ginny” turned their attention Follow the Driftwood on Twitter to Canada, where camping friends ACCOUNT News were from, and decided to move north. Wendy had married their son Updates http://twitter.com/GIDriftwood Lee and had a baby, and Bruce had MANAGER married Pam and had a baby, and a caravan of vehicles left southern The successful candidate must have excellent California in 1970. organizational skills, the ability to build relationships On Salt Spring, Virginia and Ray embraced island life and played with clients and offer superior customer service. This is a dances for every function, start- Photo by Bob Rogers commission position and offers a great work environment ing with a dance promoted by Rita Virginia Newman, centre, at the as well as a benefits package. The winning candidate Dods. They wrote a musical based piano, with Jean Knight and Ian Van Wyck during the 1999 will be a team player and will be called upon to grow an on the island’s history, later to be known as Friends and Neighbours; Scrooge show at ArtSpring. existing account list with a cold calling mandate. The ability another based on the idea that Salt to work in an extremely fast-paced environment with a Spring secedes from the rest of vated to make a difference in the Canada, The Blue Crab Caper (both world and became an environmen- positive attitude is a must. Previous media sales experience Ruckle Heritage ran for two summers at the Harbour tal, political and social justice activ- is an asset but not necessary. This job will be a good fit for Farm Day House Dinner Theatre in the 2000s) ist. She was a founding member of you if you are: eager to learn; open to implementing new and an adaptation of Charles Dick- the Nuclear Disarmament Group would like to thank the over 100 volunteers ens’ A Christmas Carol called Christ- with Hank and Maggie Schubart who came out to make the event a fun experience for all. ideas to help customers grow their business; able to meet mas with Scrooge that became an and Tom and Irene Wright, and the deadlines and work with minimum supervision. Must have island tradition with 20 produc- Salt Spring Raging Grannies with Lion’s Club Dawn Davies reliable transportation and valid drivers licence. 4-H Club Carol Mackie tions between 1971-2005. She was Lou, Marg, (Art) Simons, Mary, Driftwood Gulf Islands Media includes Gulf Islands Art Filardo Andrew & Kaori Lane extremely proud of Scrooge, with (Harry) Williamson, Betty Gibson, Blacksmithing Group Bill & Barb Lane its cast members spanning genera- (Andy Gibson and Mum wrote Driftwood, Gulf Islands Real Estate, Gulf Islands Aqua, The Spinners & Weavers Guild Natasha & Colin Byron tions. many of the lyrics); a member of Gulf Islander Visitors Guide, and gulfislandsdriftwood.com Quilters Guild Rick, Lynell & John Vipond With good friend Lou (Art) Rum- or supported Voice of Women, Farmers Institute Ian Kyle sey and others, she was a found- Sierra Club, Greenpeace, the NDP, as well as many other features and specials. Archives/Historical Society Ray Raser ing member of Salt Spring Com- the Green Party, Project Plough- Volunteer Firefighters Assoc. Merv Walde Amber Ogilvie DRIFTWOOD AD PROOF munity Theatre (then called Salt shares, Canadian Centre for Policy Great buysLorri & Andy on fantasticHarry Burton Spring Players). The Loyal Central Alternatives, Oxfam, Farm Radio, Driftwood Gulf Islands MediaIMMEDIATE responseCarla & Jazzy requiredMark Hughes Salt Spring Temperance and Dix- Salt Spring Jazz and Blues Society, Anne Macey Nancy Wigen [email protected] ieland Jazz Ensemble were Ginny, CBC, PBS and Knowledge Network. Please proof this adProperties carefully and reply..and ASAP others with too numerous your approval to mention or changes. but equally Ray, Amy, Ray (Beth) Hill, Tony There were more. In the Driftwood, appreciated! Ruckle Farm Day would not be possible (Jean) Knight and David (Joan) Sta- she was well known for her searing If you have changes, please respond ASAP thus allowingwithout the efforts production of all of team you. timeSpecial to thanks make tothe Thrifty’s, changes indicated. K2Park Services & B.C.Parks for their contributions! cey. She was Golde in Fiddler on letters to the editor regarding local If we do not receive a response by MONDAY AT 5 PM thismany, ad many goes thanks, to press in this format. the Roof, to Michael Hayes’ Tevye. and international issues. Mike & Marjorie Lane There were years of cabarets pro- Virginia loved to travel, was a Thanks very much. duced by Lynda Jensen with many keen gardener and birdwatcher as family members and new friends. well. Her love for colour lives on in Gulf Islands Selling your home? 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DEATHS DEATHS VICTORIA’S ETHICAL Trade Market - Green, Local & Fair Marilyn Emma Leavitt Trade gifts, just in time for APRIL 13, 1938 - APRIL 28, 2013 William (Bill) Gordon Hitchcock Mother’s Day! May 11, 10-3 SEPT. 2 1935 - MAY 6 2013 Fernwood CommCentre 1240 INFORMATION Gladstone Ave. Predeceased by her first husband Mr. Fokey With great sadness we announce the passing of Bill www.thedidisociety.org and second husband Al Leavitt. Marilyn was Hitchcock on May 6, 2013. Bill was born on Sept. 2, 1935 to Edward and Francis Hitchcock of Burnaby, BC. COMING EVENTS COMING EVENTS born in Southbend, Indiana and was Secretary Bill was predeceased by his wife Dorothy. Surviving him Statistition at Studebaker, Indiana, Secretary are one brother, Fred Hitchcock and two sons, Gordon Bookkeeper Mercedes Benz, Traffic Manager and Robert and five grandchildren Braeden, Kirsten, VIEW LANDSCAPE OIL PAINTINGS in Castlegar at CKQR Radio, held postions at Bethany, Zachary, and Juliet. by Bill loved fishing and really appreciated going out Victoria Bank of Commerce and Salt Spring on the water even after he “retired”. He slowed down PETER Island Credit Union. on the fishing when his kids were in high school and EYLES Marilyn was an energetic friend to many and started his own school bus business so he could be home ______kind to all. She was a concerned friend to her Park more. Bill loved his friends and the time he could be out ARTSPRING shooting the breeze with them. He will be missed by LOBBY Place Estates family and will be sorely missed. many as he always had a corny joke on hand and a story MAY 2 - MAY 30 No service by request. from the old days. 7 Memorial arrangements are being made for May. Contact Rob Hitchcock at [email protected] for the time and place. TENDERS TENDERS k CALL TO TENDER Virginia Newman IN MEMORIAM IN MEMORIAM January 18, 1923 to The Island Arts Centre Society (“ArtSpring”) is calling for April 26, 2013 tenders to replace the current cedar shake roof. Musician, Teacher, Raging All interested applicants can obtain the tender package the day of the onsite inspection. Granny, Islander, Mother, Grandmother, Great Gramma. Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2013 Virginia is predeceased Location: ArtSpring, 100 Jackson Avenue by husband Ray and her Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
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CHALLENGE CUP ‘May-long’ kickoff within sight Fundraising efforts of prepared for changes hoped to themselves on a tradition of make the 2013 Challenge Cup supporting worthwhile causes Victoria Day weekend one of the best. with funds raised from sales at This year’s beer garden will the beer garden. tournament felt far and be sponsored by Lonetree “Nobody’s taking anything wide Cider and Gulf Islands Brew- home,” he said. ery, with food supplied by sib- In recent years, organizers lings Lorna and Andrew Wal- have contributed more than By SEAN MCINTYRE de’s Fresh Coast Catering. Look $30,000 to local and inter- DRIFTWOOD STAFF out for this year’s specialities national causes, including There’s no surer sign that like pulled-pork sandwiches, upwards of $15,000 for lights summer on Salt Spring is beef on a bun, grilled cheeses and poles at the hydro field, around the corner than the and chicken salad. Organiz- $10,000 for goal posts at the island’s annual May long week- ers are trying to arrange live Fernwood and hydro fields, a end soccer tournament. entertainment for beer garden $500 yearly donation to youth According to event organiz- patrons. soccer initiatives, two sets of er Jordon Morrison, 32 teams To keep things going off the Salt Spring United jerseys for have already registered for the pitch, this year’s tournament youth soccer players in Lesotho, four-day tournament that gets coincides with dances on Fri- lighting at GISS’ Howe Court underway at GISS on May 17. day and Saturday nights. Salt and $750 for the “We Got Skills” As in past gatherings, teams Spring band Coastal Giants per- soccer tournament in Kampala, will be divided into five divi- forms at Mahon Hall on May Uganda. sions: women’s comp, women’s 17, and Brent Shindell and the “We always like to put it into Photo by John Cameron recreational, men’s O35 and Beats will get people hopping sports,” Morrison said. “Some JUMPING FOR JOY: GISS senior girls’ soccer team member Jasmine men’s recreational and men’s at the Legion’s Meaden Hall on years we break even, other Cooper jumps for joy and gives goal-scorer Hannah James a hug dur- competitive. Saturday, May 18. years we bring in five or six ing a game against a Mark Isfeld Secondary School team in North Island Whereas spectators can be Besides providing a week- [thousand].” championships play on Monday. The Scorpions team finished fourth in assured the tournament’s usual end of entertainment, Mor- For more information about kicks will occur on the field, rison said the tournament’s this year’s tournament, visit the tournament held on home turf, losing their final game by a 4-1 score. Morrison said people should be volunteer organizers pride saltspringmaylong.com. A victory would have sent them to Vancouver Island championships. GOLF PUBLIC AUCTION Choices crew hosts golf tourney A large wholesaler of fine Persian & Oriental carpets is now insolvent. Their assets are ordered to be sold by auction. All items are guaranteed as hand woven, or hand made with natural fibers. Consignments for liquidation from various cancelled exhibitions have been added to this auction. OUTSTANDING COLLECTION OF PERSIAN & ORIENTAL CARPETS LARGE WOOL AND SILKS
Photo by Jen MacLellan Participants and staff of the Choices program gather at the Salt Spring Golf and Country Club to get the ball rolling for their annual fundraising golf tourney set for June 1. People can start signing up now. Fun and prizes up for tally challenged and living on for members. Golf clubs and Salt Spring Island. carts are available for rental. AUCTION: SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2 PM grabs at June 1 Last year’s tournament was Tag-ons are always welcome VIEW FROM 1 PM another great success with over to join. fundraiser 60 golfers vying for many fab- People can sign up either TRADITIONAL AS WELL AS CONTEMPORARY :TURKOMAN, SILK TABRIZ, ulous prizes donated by local through the golf course at 250- KASHAN, SHIRAZ GASHGAI, SIRJAN, SAROUG, CHOBI, NAIN, TRIBAL A favourite annual fundraiser businesses and artists. 537-2121 or at the Community BALOUCH, ONE OF A KIND VILLAGE RUGS, MASTER WORK BY RENOWNED returns to the links for 2013. “This year’s tournament Initiatives Day Program (250- ARTISANS, RUNNERS, SCATTER RUGS, OVERSIZED AND MANY LARGE The Community Initiatives/ prizes will include a variety of 537-9924) or by dropping by the DINING/ LIVING ROOM SIZES. Choices Golf Tournament will goods and services sure to thrill Choices store at 134 McPhillips run on Saturday, June 1 at the tournament participants,” says Ave. between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Salt Spring Golf and Country a Choices press release about “Don’t miss your chance to ROYAl CANADIAN lEgION Club. the event. join in the fun, play some golf 120 BLAINE ROAD, SALT SPRING ISLAND The annual nine-hole Texas Tee off times begin at 10 a.m. with friends, win great prizes Terms: Cash, Visa, MC, Amex, and certified cheques. 15% Buyers premium plus HST Scramble raises funds to help Novice and expert players are and help support our local spe- in effect. Some items in advertisement are subject to prior sales/error/omissions. All provide recreational activities welcome. The entry fee is $30 cial needs community. See you sales are final. For more info call 1.604.808.6808. Licensed auctioneers. for adults who are developmen- for non-club members and $15 on the green.” 28 | WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 www.gulfislandsdriftood.com Gulf Islands Driftwood This election, you have a choice.
ON MAY 14TH, SAY YES TO CHANGE BETTER ON THEfor the GULF ISLANDS
PROGRESSIVE GREEN VOTERS SUPPORT GARY HOLMAN Friends, We are progressive green voters in the constituency of Saanich North and the Islands, and we ask these two key questions: Which of the progressive candidates will have the most impact on BC’s environmental and social issues? Which one has the greatest electability? It is clear to us which candidate we support. We encourage you to join us in voting for Gary Holman on May 14.
Steve Abbott – water, sanitation and hygiene engineer | Maureen Bendick – conservation activist for land and water | Nancy Braithwaite – naturalist, conservation advocate Jean Brouard – forester (Ph.D), naturalist | John deHaan – specialist in rainwater harvesting | David Denning – marine education specialist | Chris Dixon – climate action proponent | Bristol Foster – ecologist (Ph.D), former director of Royal BC Museum |Jean Gelwicks – environmental educator | Jon Healey – educator and active member of Transition Salt Spring Nomi Lyonns – Natural health/environmental advocate | Sally John – forest geneticist (Ph.D), former chair SSI Advisory Environment Committee Juliette Laing – fundraiser for clean water | Rick Laing – old-growth forest campaigner Peter Lamb – advocate for land and water protection and former Salt Spring Island Trustee | Nora Layard – environmental advocate, educator and communications consultant Deb Miller – environmental educator | Maureen Moore – led successful campaign to save the Cusheon Creek rainforest | Briony Penn – geographer (Ph.D), environmental journalist | Rodney Polden – clean water advocate | Sofya Raginsky – organic farmer Murray Reiss – coordinator, SSI Water Council 2004-9 Kathy Scarfo – specialist in aquatic ecosystems Bob Watson – specialist in fresh water supply and safety Elizabeth White – energy-e cient housing specialist
Please read the full letter at garyholman.bcndp.ca GARY HOLMAN for SAANICH NORTH AND THE ISLANDS garyholman.bcndp.ca | [email protected]
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