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Quadra Island - Cortes IslandCrossing Time: 45 minutes

Ferry Schedules

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Quadra Credit Union's Ruth Rombough is shown presenting Credit Union Foundation of BC bursary's to local students Abbey Brooks and sisters Rachelle and Andree Mellanby. Abbey is attending the Bachelor of Education program at the University of Victoria, while Andree is in the Bachelor of Arts program, also at UVic. Rachelle is in her final year of Political Science at Simon Fraser University. On behalf of the Foundation we wish them well in the coming year.

Quadra Credit Union wishes everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous

2007!Our continuing community commitment

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Island Calendar is a list of on island events. Please submit separately for the Island Calendar and News & Events or indicate in your submission if you would like your event placed in both.

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• Quadra Legion - Now Open Fridays & Saturdays at 3:30 pm until 1:00 am

• Every Monday - Badminton, 7:30 Cape Mudge Hall • Every Tuesday - Kalina Folkdancers -QCC, 7:30 to 9:30 pm, Sept.to Apr. - Sketching group at Firesign Studio 10 am-12:00 pm - Al-anon meeting, 7.30 pm at the Childrens Centre

• Every Wednesday -Yoga 9:30 am and 7:00 pm Community Centre - Community Kitchen 12:00 noon Community Centre - Badminton, 7:30 pm Cape Mudge Hall

• Every Thursday - Prayer Meeting, 7:00pm at Quadra Island Bible Church

- 7-9:30 PM: Life drawing sessions at Firesign Studio 285-3390

• Every Friday - Yoga 9:30 am and 4:00 pm Community Centre • Every Sunday - Sunday Service QI United Church 10:30 - Family Worship Service 10:30am Quadra Island Bible Church - Buddhist Meditation 10:00 am Upper Realm

- Sunday Celebration, Centre for Positive Living - CRCC 10:20 - 11:20 am

• 1st and 3rd Wednesday - Food Bank 1-2 Community Centre

• 3rd Sunday of Month - Raw Food Pot Luck 5 - 7pm 285-3827

• Last Saturday - Bonus $50 cash draw or gift certificate. Quadra Legion 6:30 pm

T h e R e g u l a r s

Next Deadline: Monday, January 15th 2007

Monday, January 8 - Gardener’s fitness with Jeannie Schweitzer QCC plus garden slideshow of members’ travel adventures. 7 pm

Wednesday, January 10 Quadra Seniors meeting and slideshow Quadra legion 10:00 am

- Quadra Elementary’s Ready, Set, Learn Quadra Elementary Noon - 2 pm

- Quadra Singers spring session starts QCC 6:40 pm

Saturday, January 13 - PAC Bottle Drive meet Heriot Bay Store 9:30 am

Wednesday, January 17 - Free Money QCC 11:45 am

Friday, January 19 - Friday Flicks presents: Crossing the Bridge QCC 7:30 pm

Saturday, January 20 Energy & Climate Change Film Festival QCC 10 am - 10 pm

Sunday, Janurary 21 - Geshe YongDong on “Healing Meditation” Upper Realm 11 am

Saturday, January 27 - Cultural Committee presents; Autorickshaw QCC 8 pm

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Regional Board Supports Ferry Users

At its November 27 meeting, The Comox-Strathcona Regional Board passed the following resolution regarding the effect of Provincial government law and policies on B.C. Ferries’ fares.

Ferries serving Quadra, Cortes, Denman and Hornby Islands operate within the Comox-Strathcona Regional District. As well, RD residents depend upon B.C. Ferries for transportation to the mainland from Comox to Powell River and from Nanaimo and Victoria to Vancouver.

The resolution:

WHEREAS the Province of British Columbia is entering a process to establish the service fee it will contribute to the operation of B.C. Ferries for the second performance term (2008-2012) of the Coastal Ferry Services Contract, and

WHEREAS fare increases and fuel surcharges over the first three years of the contract have already raised fares by 40% to 65% on B.C. Ferries’ minor routes and by 20% to 40% on the major routes between Vancouver Island and the Mainland, and

WHEREAS subsidization of minor route losses with major route profits has already been eliminated, and

WHEREAS the legislated policy of moving all B.C. Ferry routes toward user-pay for operating and capital costs while reducing the Province’s contribution is already having a negative effect on tourism, economic development and the sustainability of coastal communities, and

WHEREAS the financing costs of B.C. Ferries’ 15-year plan to replace 22 vessels serving coastal communities, including those within the Comox-Strathcona Regional District, cannot be borne by the users of those ferries any more than the users of the Inland Island Highway could pay for it themselves, and

�WHEREAS the Province finances the creation of transportation infrastructure--including roads, bridges, tunnels, fresh water ferries, Skytrains and buses--for other communities in British Columbia, and pays a higher proportion of the operational costs of urban public transit than B.C. Ferries receives, and

WHEREAS the B.C. Ferry Commissioner is charged with seeing that B.C. Ferries fulfills the terms of the Coastal Ferry Services Act and can set price caps for fare increases and approve fare surcharges for extraordinary expenses but has no authority or responsibility to consider the impact of ferry costs on coastal communities,

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Comox-Strathcona Regional Boardrequests The Minister of Transportation, Kevin Falcon recognize the importance of reliable and affordable ferry service to coastal communities by:

1) Increasing the service fee the Province will pay B.C. Ferries for the next performance term sufficiently to ensure that fare increases do not exceed increases in the Consumer Price Index; and by

2) Contributing to B.C. Ferries’ capital costs in a similar proportion to the support given for highway construction and other public transportation infrastructure; and by

3) Paying a share of extraordinary expenses, such as higher than predicted fuel costs, at least equal to the percentage of operating costs covered by the service fee; and by

4) Recognizing the need to regularly assess the impact of the Province’s ferry policies on coastal communities by establishing ongoing consultation with elected municipal, regional and Islands Trust representatives and with the Ferry Advisory Committees whose members are appointed by B.C. Ferries through local government.

Dear Editor,Thanks to Steven Halliday for his invitation

to be part of the solution to what is easily the most significant global event of our time. Mr Halliday brings the point home that climate change is not something we need to debate, but something we need to respond to - NOW - if we are to act with good faith towards our children, their children, and the planet as we know it. And he suggests an excellent first step, which is to view An Inconvenient Truth, and become informed about the issue and some changes we can make in our day-to-day lives - changes which, collectively, may well constitute a measurable turnaround to what threatens our very survival.

Quadra Islanders have the opportunity to see this film and others at the Energy and Climate Change Film Festival, organized by the Sierra Quadra Group at the Community Centre on January 20. Admission is free - please come. Solutions to this global challenge can’t happen without individual, committed response.

Sincerely,Robyn Budd

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Area J Regional Director’s Reportby Jim AbramJanuary 5, 2007

Happy New Year to everyone... hope you had a safe and sane New Year’s eve!! And now we start a new year

of activity and in many cases, pick up where we left off. I am looking forward to a cooperative and productive year ahead. There are so many things that we can do for our islands by working together. This will be a short report, since not many meetings have been held since my last report except for the ongoing Official Community Plan (OCP) meetings and meetings regarding BC Hydro.

Official Community Plan group meetings

There have been a few of the neighbourhood meetings held at the community hall to discuss the four areas in question and the Regional District (RD) planners have been doing the required research in between so as to keep the committees informed. There will be four more meetings in the next two weeks and draft policies will be discussed at that time. Some preliminary ideas have been put down on maps and the discussions have been lively at times, but very cooperative. The process seems to be working, to this point anyway! After these next four meetings there will not be any meetings until into February and then a comprehensive public meeting in March with the intent to bring this to wrap up by June. There will certainly be other meetings and review by the RD committee and the RD board and eventually a public hearing, but the intent expressed at the beginning of the process was to stay focused and see if we could come to agreement by the end of June. Then we can move on to other topics of discussion for OCP revisions.

Granite Bay Hydro projectThe planners from BC Hydro have been to

the island and laid out the line to Granite Bay and Kanish Bay. I have met with them and talked with a few members of the community. I have some concerns which I will try and explain. The way the project is laid out, it notes only eleven customers being part of the project. This means that the initial residential share will be higher than what was discussed originally. I have called and emailed the top managers for this project to pass on my concern that if they do not allow others to join at this time, the cost will be too high for those that want to join. I do not feel it was fair to set an arbitrary cut off time without telling the

residents or myself that all “latecomers” would not be part of the project. This would mean that anyone that wanted to join at a later date could do so, but the original eleven customers would have to try and collect a share of the cost from them for the original installation... far too complex. I am expecting to have had conversations with the folks that were away on holiday, from Hydro, by the time that you read this. Hopefully my concerns will be alleviated by then. They need to open up the project to allow all the people that are interested, to share in the cost at the beginning so as to keep the individual cost as low as possible. Hopefully this makes some sense to you!

Time off I will be taking a holiday with Wendy from

January 9th until February 1st. I will not have my cell phone nor my laptop. My Alternate Director will be attending any RD meetings that fall between those dates. I would appreciate your patience in waiting for my return to deal with your issues, whatever they might be. My voice mail will not accept messages and emails will sit on the server until I return. I hope that this does not cause any inconvenience for anyone. After February 1st you can contact me in the usual fashion: call me between the hours of 8:30 am and 7:00 pm, Monday through Friday (not on weekends, folks!) at 285-3355, or you can fax me at 285-3533 or you can email me anytime at [email protected] , or by mail at Box 278 in the Cove, V0P 1N0... Lots of choices!

Respectfully submitted,Jim Abram Director, Discovery Islands - Mainland Inlets (Area J), CSRD

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Friday Blues Jam Sessions

At the Upper Realm 6:00 pm Friday’s, $10.00 drop in fee / no appointments necessary. Learn to Improvise / Workshop. Learn Blues with experienced teacher / musician.

Melody & Chordal Instruments only. Call for more info 285-2168 or 285-2569

Drop In to Draw/Paint

at Firesign Studio. Nanci Cook is hosting informal drawing/painting sessions Tuesdays mornings 10AM to noon. We get together to motivate and support each other. When the weather improves we will go out to paint, but for now we set up still life or work on other projects ($4 drop in). On Thursday nights, 7:00 to 9:30 PM, Firesign Studio offers figure drawing/painting sessions with a live model ($15 drop in). Call Nanci 285-3390, <http://www.firesignartanddesign.com/>www.firesignartanddesign.com (Contact Nanci if you would like a modeling job)

Quadra Elementary School’s

Ready, Set, Learn Event

January 10th 2007Noon to 2 pm

This is an excellent opportunity to introduce your 2-4 year old to the school /classroom and also have some health screening done.

There will be some activities and a snack provided.

The following services will be providing screening:

• Speech and Language• Development• Vision• Dental• Public Health

For further information – please contact Quadra Elementary.

See you there.

Dear Islanders, Once again I would like to say

a special “Thank-you” to everyone who supported our “Celebrate a Life” Christmas tree at the Heriot Bay Tru-Valu Store.

This event helps to raise money for the Hospice Society and is used to provide training for the volunteers.

A big thank-you to Kent, Heidi and all the wonderful elves who helped - the McQuades, Anne Gregg, Kurt Hagen and last but not least Maru. Because of all of your help we were able to raise $689.25.

I wish you all the best in 2007.

Gwen Early

Legion ThanksQuadra’s outgoing 2005 and

2006 Royal Canadian Legion Branch 154 executive would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone that helped us over the last 2 years. Your help directly contributed in getting our Branch into a debt free position along with new chairs, chair dolly and a UV system for our water supply J. Best Wishes for the New Year from Frank, Tom,

Carol Ann, Bill, Barry, Shannon, and Shane.


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Seniors On The Move… Branch 91 News

Adaptability to change. Flexibility to accept modern technology. Willingness to explore new situations. Enjoying the company of others. Research into ageing. All of the above are known to be increasingly important as we become older. Although the seniors’ organization on Quadra cannot be sufficiently inclusive of all the above, nevertheless as a group we can offer a diversity of activities e.g. Tai Chi, computer club, weekly walks, and carpet bowling. At monthly meetings we invariably have a speaker, or some form of entertainment, followed by a short business meeting and potluck lunch and socializing. We enjoy theatre throughout the year and boat trips in the summer. Like any organization, the strength is in the membership and we encourage anyone on Quadra approaching whatever is seen to be senior age, to consider coming to a meeting or two to gauge for themselves what we offer. Members range in age from mid fifties to late nineties; we are a very eclectic group, and each has his or her story. We like to encourage younger members to join us and be involved in our activities.

The Tourist Booth

Change is indeed in the air concerning one of our major activities. In 1992, Barry Hatelt and others constructed the present tourist booth and donated it to the Seniors. Since then, from its location on space lent by the Credit Union, we have been able to welcome more than 40,000 visitors to the island. With input from the Chamber of Commerce, Allard van Veen [the OAP liaison officer] is applying for a grant from the Regional District to assist in making renovations to the booth to improve service to the many tourism reliant businesses on Quadra. Providing the funding is forthcoming, the improvements will be made under the direction of Kurt Hagen. Judy Hagen, who has previous experience in the tourism industry in the Interior is taking over as operations manager. In-service sessions for volunteers are planned so that we can better represent the many services and attractions offered on Quadra Island.

Our next meeting is at 10:00am on Jan 10th at The Legion featuring a slide presentation ‘The Portuguese Algarve’ by Ken & Shirley Duncan. For information on membership please call David or Elaine McQuade at 285 2627.

Friday FlicksFriday Flicks kicks off its new season with an

exotic melange for eyes and ears. Escape the stormy, wet, gray reality of winter and fill your senses with the sights and sounds of Istanbul - all the more captivating thanks to the new sound treatment at Q.C.C. Our opening show will be followed with a varied menu of film treats. Mark every other Friday on your calendar to come out for good film, good eats and good company. Following Crossing the Bridge we will present: A Simple Curve, Red Lights, Mistress of Spices, The White Countess and Touch the Sound. Check the Rec. Brochure and upcoming issues of the D.I. for detailed previews. First up:

Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul

January 19th, Q.C.C.Admission: $5.00, $4.00 stu/snr

Turkish-German filmmaker Fatih Akin follows up Berlin fest prize winner “Head On” with this valentine to Istanbul. Situated on the cusp of Europe and Asia, Istanbul has absorbed a great wealth of cultural influences. The city’s fusion of East and West, traditional and modern is evident in the assortment of musicians who perform for Akin’s cameras. They all make vivid impressions in the exuberant “Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul.”

German bassist Alexander Hacke, who fell for the Turkish city during the making of “Head On” is the tour guide on this musician’s-eye view of the metropolis. The scruffy musicologist sometimes sits in with the groups he records, among them psychedelic underground band Baba Zula. More often than not he’s beaming from the sidelines, whether at hip-hop artists, rock bands, anti-corporate buskers or veteran performers like chanteuse Sezen Aksu, who blends regional traditions into her pop brew. The marriage of European and Asian influences echoes throughout the film. Composer and onetime movie star Orhan Gencebay alarmed conservatives when he incorporated Egyptian and Western techniques into the music he plays on the saz, a type of lute. Clarinetist Selim Sesler’s reed wails with Romany-influenced plaintive joy, reminiscent of klezmer.

The film touches upon cultural and political issues, not least the Turkish government’s recently lifted ban on the Kurdish language. Even so, “Crossing the Bridge” is resolutely celebratory. Varied settings--boat, café, park, ancient spa--provide a rich visual backdrop, and judiciously used vintage clips offer intriguing glimpses of Istanbul through the years. Akin takes it down for a reflective finish, with veteran singer Sezen Aksu crooning Memories Of Istanbul intercut with footage of the city from back in the day. Signing off, Hacke laments that we’ve only seen the iceberg-tip. Still, this is a rich and illuminating introduction.


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Join Letz Sing A choir Community for every

voice. Mondays 3:00 - 4:30, Quadra Community Centre, 8 sessions, $80 - $64 (Sliding Scale), Starts January 8th.

Traditional cultures have always known that group singing has a power unlike any other to bind people together. The ability to join in this essential communal activity is recognized as the birthright of every member of the community….We believe that people are still yearning to sing together.

~ Shivon Robinsong and Denis Donnelly

A Big Success For Quadra Singers.Quadra Singers would like to

thank all those who helped to make our Christmas Concert a success. To every one who helped out by placing an ad in our Program , and to everyone who braved the elements to help us raise a little Christmas Cheer we are most appreciative.

It was an enjoyable event for Singers and listeners alike.

As John Montgomery is taking a break this spring, we have decided to shake things up a bit. We will be having a fun loving new director Diane Brown, who hails from Edmonton, where she has directed many choirs and musicals. We have also decided to change the time of practice to 6:40 to 8: 50. We are making this change due to many requests over the years to make practices earlier, so we hope to see all of those who found our 10 pm finish was just too late.

We will commence our Spring Session January 10th at 6: 40. It will be a light hearted opportunity for us all to have some fun and get in harmony.

Come on out and have some input into what music you would like to sing. As usual you can come to the first couple of rehersals to check it out, by the third rehersal on January 24 payment is expected and can be made in affordable monthly payments.

We hope to see you January 10, at 6:40 at the Quadra Community Centre. Call Nancy at 285-3800, or Hanna at 285-3931 for info.

Quadra Island Garden Club

Do you need to g e t in shape for winter pruning, or the fall cleanup that has been delayed because of foul weather. The Garden Club has invited Jeannie Schweitzer to share her expert f i tness advice with island gardeners on Monday January 8, 7pm at the Community Centre. Come watch how to increase your flexibility before gardening s t ra ins take their to l l . Or bring comfy supportive shoes and l ight layered c lothing to participate in a half hour exercise. This basic workout for stretch, strength and light cardio is suited for gardeners of all ages.

Fo l l o w i n g t h e f i t n e s s demonstration, a slide show will be presented by several club members. Winter is a great t ime to share photos of interest ing plants f rom different climates or travel adventures to gardens around the world. What better way fo r the inac t i ve ga rdene r t o s p e n d a d a rk Ja n u a r y even ing - a l i t t l e s t re tch , then an armchair voyage with friends to wonderful gardens, accompanied by a nice cup of tea. Maybe even a cookie if we are not all on a resolution diet. If you have garden slides you would like to share please call Eileen at 285 3194. Club membership for the year is $10. Drop ins welcome $2.

P.A.C. Bottle Drive

Sa v e t h o s e Ne w Ye a r ’s Eve bot t l e s ! The Quadra Elementary Parent Advisory Council (PAC) will be having a bottle drive on January 13th. PAC’s goals are, as always, to advance the education and well-being of our children, and to promote the participation of parents in the school. This bott le dr ive wi l l be a fun family event, complete with snacks, hot chocolate, and coffee. All are invited to come help out. Meet at Heriot Bay Store at 9:30 on Saturday Januar y 13th , o r c a l l the school at 285-3385 for more information.

Gesh YongDong Geshe YongDong, a Tibetan

Buddhist monk is coming to Quadra Island. He will be speaking on the topic “Healing Meditation.” There is a very strong tradition in Tibet of linking medicine & healing & meditation in order to help others and ones own self through the difficult times of sickness and stress.

Geshe YongDong has been a Buddhist monk since age 13. In 1992 at the age of 24, he gained the Rajampa Geshe Degree, the highest academic degree awarded in Tibetan monastic education from the Namshig Monastery in Amdo, Tibet. As a matter of fact, Geshe is visiting his old monastery in Tibet as I write. This is his first visit home in 15 years. Now that he is a Canadian Citizen he can finally travel safely.

In the Spring of 1992, Geshe YongDong escaped from Tibe by walking for 10 days through the freezing cold of the Himalaya Mountains in to Katmandu, Nepal. He then traveled to Dharmasala where he met the Dalai Lama.

So coming the Upper Realsm at Q. Cove is nothing short of a modern miracle. The time for the talk is 11 a.m., the date is Sunday, January 21, the suggested donatioin is $10 or whatever you can afford. Call Steve or Danielle for more information at 285-3323


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Autorickshaw stands for more than just a cheap and dangerous mode of Asian transportation. A motorized version of the traditional rickshaw, this modern machine combines the old with the new, respresenting both speed and freedom. Lying on the cutting edge between both Asian and Western cultures and musical forms, autorickshaw the band is a Canadian musical vehicle that blends traditional Indian classical music with contempory jazz and funk. Nominated for a Juno Award for world music album of the year in 2005, they won the 2005 Canadian Independent Music Award for world music artist of the year. Those impressive credentials, combined with their hip, exotic appeal, have made them the current darlings of the World Music scene.

Autorickshaw consists of a mash-up of four of Canada’s most exciting and musically interesting young musicians: vocalist Suba Sankaran, tabla player Ed Hanley, bassist Rich Brown and exotic percussionist Debashis Sinha. Toronto based vocalist, pianist and percussionist Suba’s musical career began at an early age with the study of south Indian classical music with her father, master drummer Trichy Sankaran.

She graduated from York University in 1997, where she studied jazz with Carol Welsman, Lisa Martinelli, Bob Mover, Don Thompson, Barry Elmes and Al Henderson, and completed her Master of Arts degree in ethnomusicology in 2002, with a major research paper titled Bobby McFerrin: The Abundance of Vocal Economy. Suba has performed widely across Canada, the US, Europe and India with a wide range of artists including Jane Bunnett and the Spirits of Havana (Global Divas), chittraveena player Ravikiran, David Mott, Evergreen Club Contemporary Gamelan, George Koller, Kevin Breit, Maza Meze, award-winning a cappella jazz group Hampton Avenue, and the Nathaniel Dett Chorale where she performed for Nelson Mandela, Bishop Desmond Tutu and Peter Gabriel.

Ed Hanley began his tabla (north Indian classical percussion) training in Toronto, Canada with Ritesh Das, and has studied with master drummers Swapan Chaudhuri in California and Anindo Chatterjee in Calutta, India. His interest in all aspects of Indian

classical rhythm have led him to study outside of the Hindustani

tabla tradition as well, focusing on Karnatic (south Indian) vocal percussion and drumming traditions. Ed has performed across Canada, and in the USA, Europe and India in a variety of world, jazz and classical settings with artists such as violinist Parmela Attariwala, clarinetist James Campbell, multi-instrumentalists George Koller and Donald Quan, Persian ensemble Mehrvarzan, percussionists Trichy Sankaran, Rick Lazar, Alan Hetherington and Vasudevan Rajalingam, flautist Ron Allen, Hindustani vocalist Vinayak Pathak, Sarangi master Ramesh Misra, and ensembles including autorickshaw, The Toronto Tabla Ensemble, The Penderecki Quartet and Jane Bunnett and the Spirits of Havana. His work can be heard on a number of recordings and film soundtracks.

Electric bassist Rich Brown started his professional career in his home of Toronto back in 1992. Since then, Brown has become well known for his lyricism and strong melodic sensibility on the electric bass. He has performed and recorded with JUNO Award winning artists such as Metalwood, Glenn Lewis, Carol Welsman, Molly Johnson, and Bruce Cockburn. Brown has also performed with international artists such as Trinidad’s Clive Zanda, Gambian kora master Yan Koba Saho, steel pannist Andy Narrell, former Ani DiFranco drummer Andy Stochansky and Steve Coleman & Five Elements. He has appeared in the television series “Soul Food”, the made for TV movie “The Natalie Cole Story” starring Natalie Cole and the feature film “Glitter” starring Mariah Carey. Rich Brown has appeared on over 40 recordings ranging from Jazz to RnB to traditional South Asian, far East Asian, and Arabic music. He is currently at work on a new solo project called rinsethealgorithm.

Debashis Sinha is a Toronto based percussionist who specializes in the drums of the Arab world, Greece, and Turkey. His ability to uncover the rhythmic threads in a wide variety of musical styles has earned him a place in the forefront of Canada’s new generation of traditional musicians. His explorations and studies in technique and rhythm have enabled him to forge a distinct percussive style

that makes him in demand with ensembles playing everything from Arabic to Jazz to Yiddish new music, appearing with a veritable “who’s who” of Canadian world music experimenters. A founding member of noted world music ensemble Maza Mezé, Debashis is praised for his musicality and melodic sense, particularly in his accompaniment of Mowashahat, Sufi devotional songs that date back to 12th century Andalucia. His compositions and sound design explore his fascination with percussion, ancient stringed instruments such as the oud, lafta, and santoor, and his interest in digital recording technology.

Aside from their sheer delight in making music, what makes autorickshaw so irresistible is a deep commitment to their art forms. Rather than a mainstream blending of thin cultural references, their sound is a highly cultivated juxtaposition of authentic traditions, making for a unique, challenging and ultimately satisfying artistic offering. autorickshaw has toured widely in Canada, including appearances at the Montreal Jazz Festival, the Vancouver and Winnipeg Folk Festivals, as well a numerous appearances at the Glenn Gould Studio in Toronto. US appearances include performances at Joe’s Pub in New York City and at The Kennedy Centre in Washington DC. Before their 2007 West Coast tour, they will be performing in India. Quadra Cultural Committee will be sponsoring their performance at the Community Centre on Saturday, January 27th, at 8pm. Advance tickets are available at Quadra Crafts, Hummingbird, and The Music Plant at $17 for adults and $40 for a family. They will be available at the door at $20 for adults and $45 for family. For information call 285 3560.

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Quadra Island were able to give away $300 on December 20 at the Quadra Community Centre. Eight children, three cats, one dog and six adults were able to benefit from the distribution just before Christmas.

Our goal is to give away $400 on Wednesday, January 17 to assist the celebration of the new year. The money distribution begins at 11:45 a.m. in the Board Room of the community centre just before the community lunch.

Many thanks to the donors who have deposited money in the Free Money Association account at the Quadra Credit Union. A special thanks to the unknown donor who deposited $210. Every cent donated goes to folks in temporary need of cash. So if you got some extra cash to share, consider this unique program. And if your broke, come and get it on Wednesday, January 17 at 11:45 a.m. at the Quadra Commuity Centre. Phone Steve at 285-3323 for more information.

Call To ArtistsThe 2007 Quadra Island Studio Tour is well

into its planning stages and all interested artists are urged to consider being a part of this years event on the weekend of June 2nd and 3rd. Last years Studio Tour was a great success with over 40 artists exhibiting at their studios and at the Community Centre. In addition to the artists showing at the centre last year, the stage was turned into an exhibition featuring sample pieces of all the artists on the tour. The feedback received from both visitors and participating artists last year was overwhelmingly positive and many visitors expressed their desire to return again to see more.

In addition to organizing the June 2nd and 3rd Studio tour, Quadra Island Artists (the organizing committee) is again creating a year-round studio guide for galleries and artists who wish to attract visitors to their studios over the entire summer or the year. Last year 5000 copies of the guide were printed and distributed at tourist outlets and businesses. Participating artists have noted a marked increase in visitors as a result of the year-round Artist Studio & Gallery Guide.

The deadline for submitting applications for both the 2007 Studio Tour and the 2007 Studio & Gallery Guide is Jan. 31. Please pick up your application form at Hummingbird Office and Art Supplies.

Blacksmith Garnet Kehn demonstrating his craft at the 2006 Q.I. Studio Tour

Energy and Climate Change Film Fest

~ January 20th ~Presented by the Sierra Club, Quadra Island

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It is now beyond doubt that the carbon dioxide we produce from generating most of the energy we consume is linked to climate change. The scientific evidence proving this connection is conclusive, and we are seeing the climate-related effects across the globe—and locally.

If we are to slow this damage to the planet we need to understand the problems, and be open to solutions as we make choices and changes. Film is the ideal medium to aid us in this often challenging task. As such, on January 20th, 2007, the Quadra Island Group of the Sierra Club of Canada is presenting a full day of films related to climate change and energy-use.

The film festival itinerary includes many exceptional f i lms of varying length and style. Feature length films include the highly acclaimed documentaries An Inconvenient Truth and Who Killed the Electric Car?, together with many other recent shorter films covering a range of related subjects. All are sure to inform and inspire. A full itinerary of films and times will be posted prior to the festival date.

The film festival is free, and all are encouraged to come to the Quadra Community Centre on Saturday, January 20th. Delicious homemade soups will be for sale for lunch, and you will be able to pre-order pizza by the slice for the evening break. Baked goods and beverages will be available throughout the day. You are also welcome to bring your own food.

Rides to and from the ferries are available upon request. Those attending from Cortes should ca l l Robyn (285-3563) to make arrangements. Please call Ken (285-2580) if you wish to be met from the Campbell River ferry.

The festival runs from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m., so mark it on your calendar as an event not to miss—it’s messages concern our future—and that concerns you.


Business Profileby Tanya Storr

Fun Knits Yarn & Gift Shop

Got a yen for yarn? Share it with Shelley at Fun Knits Yarn & Gift Shop. Photo by Tanya Storr.

Do you have a passion for knitting or are you curious to give it a try? Visit Shelley Mackie at Fun Knits in

Quathiaski Cove. I guarantee she’ll have a yarn or two for you . . .

People sometimes pledge to start a new business or find a different job as one of their New Year’s resolutions. For Shelley, however, opening Fun Knits Yarn & Gift Shop was entirely unplanned. In fact, the business came together slowly, piece by piece, much like knitting a sweater.

“I’ve always loved knitting but I never dreamed I’d open a yarn shop. Some people make long term life goals. This wasn’t one of those for me,” said Shelley, knitting a child’s sock as we chatted.

Shelley remembered her first knitting projects while growing up in North Bay, Ontario. Her mom, Donna Marshall, who works at Fun Knits on Wednesdays, was a big influence, teaching her how to “finger knit” at age 5. Shelley would make lengths of chain, similar to crocheting but without a hook, and then sew it together into mats and rugs.

From there she progressed to needles and bigger projects. At age 14 she made her boyfriend—now her husband—a sweater that had one arm longer than the other. He wore it for many years.

Shelley and her family have lived in BC for 25 years. They moved to Quadra 7 years ago, and in January of 2004 Shelley began selling self patterning sock yarn on the Internet.

“The sock yarn is dyed different colours and as you knit, the pattern emerges. I started to sell socks at the Farmers’ Market, and created a business name and registration so I could buy the yarn wholesale. Soon I had so much yarn I decided to sell it online.”

Shelley opened a store on eBay, calling it Fun Knits because she was having so much fun knitting the self patterning yarn. When she sold yarn, she would use the proceeds to buy more.

“I used the money I made selling yarn to support my yarn habit,” Shelley laughed.

The house was filling up with yarn quickly, and although Shelley’s husband joked about the benefits

of its insulating properties, she decided it was time to open a shop.

In January 2005 Shelley opened her first store in a small cottage she rented from her neighbours in Quathiaski Cove.

“When I opened I was surprised how many knitters are on this Island. It was fun to meet so many new people who share my passion for knitting.”


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Shelley Mackie welcomes knitters to Fun Knits Yarn & Gift Shop in Q Cove. Photo by Tanya Storr.

The shop quickly fi lled to the brim with yarn, accessories, books, and patterns. It soon became apparent that Fun Knits needed to expand. Shelley and her family moved the store to the Old Yellow Dog building in the Cove, opening the new location on December 1, 2006.

Shelley said her customers have responded enthusiastically to the new space.

“It is much bigger and brighter and has room for lots more yarn. We have been very busy. People tell me they really appreciate having access to such good yarn locally.”

Walking into Fun Knits, one is immediately surrounded by skeins of colourful yarn. Vibrant reds and oranges, cool blues and purples, workhorse greys, and enticing greens abound. Not only is it a feast for the eyes, it’s a tactile experience: from soft cashmere to tweedy highland yarns, and hand dyed to funky patterns, Fun Knits has it all.

Shelley still specializes in sock yarn, a big draw for knitters. She told me she has received visits from people who have explored her website. These “knitting tourists”, from as far away as Ireland and Minnesota, have made special trips to Quadra to visit the store.

“We probably have the best selection of sock yarn of any knitting store in BC and perhaps even Canada. It’s a real specialty item. People who are planning a trip to the coast of BC put us on their itinerary just to come browse our store.”

Knitting is not just a popular hobby with women, Shelley observed. She has noticed that more and more men are taking up needles and yarn. Her father and son are two examples.

“My son knits hats. Some men are a little shy about knitting, but they needn’t be. It’s a great hobby and you always have something to show for your efforts,” she said.

As well as yarn, Fun Knits stocks a variety of tools and knitting books. Stitch markers, pom pom makers, scissors, knitting and crocheting kits for kids, and many different kinds of needles are available. Shelley chuckled when she showed me a pair of needles with lighted tips.

“There’s no need to put down your knitting during power outages now!”

The shop also features a gift section. Shelley explained that her full time job is caring for two men with special needs who live with her family. One of them, Cameron, will fi nish grade 12 this year. After graduation, his day program will involve working in the shop creating scented soaps, beeswax candles, and other gifts.

“Cameron’s products will be sold in the gift section of our store along with knitted items like socks, sweater, hats, and baby booties,” Shelley said.

Shelley’s daughter, Megan Mackie, makes a line of baby booties called Toe Kozies. She works at the store on Fridays.

Shelley still sells yarn and knitting accessories from her website. One of her goals is to implement “web cam shopping”. This will enable long distance shoppers to see her in Fun Knits as she serves them.

“That way I can give them better service. For example, I’ll be able to take skeins of yarn to the camera to show customers so we can match colours that they need,” she said.

Shelley’s real passion is design. Her patterns have won prizes and been published in knitting magazines. One of her recent prize winners is a child’s sweater that is completely round when laid fl at. Shelley’s patterns are profi led on her website.

Shelley encourages people to come and knit at the store. Fun Knits has 3 chairs and a couch for knitters to chat and get help if needed.

Shelley also offers beginner’s knitting courses in 3-week sessions on Thursday evenings. The next course starts on January 25. Shelley hosts a knitting night at her house on the third Thursday of every month.

Fun Knits is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Call 285-2751 or e-mail [email protected] for more information. Visit Shelley’s website at: www.funknits.com


by Steven Halliday

Halliday’s Viewpoint

Paradise Regained?Since February 7, 1962, the United States

of America has maintained, in one form or another, an economic trade embargo against

its island neighbour Cuba that entirely cuts them off from the world’s largest economy. This embargo can quite justifiably be pointed to when looking for some understanding of Cuba’s plight today, but fortunately it seems more and more likely this embargo may be lifted in the near future, due to changing political circumstances in both nations. Undoubtedly, the average American has as little understanding of the rationale behind the embargo as does the average Cuban, and I’m positive few Americans would be proud if they knew of its result on the Cuban people. Incredibly, in spite of serious and enduring economic hardship, most Cubans just smile.

The best description I can provide for the attitude of Cuba’s population - the most ethnically diverse, literate, proud and spirited people I’ve yet encountered - was provided by a law student and part-time tour guide I met in Varadero. He was a handsome, bright young man who explained that Cuban’s have developed a “why worry?” perspective on their political and economic situation, and that to dwell on the negatives only leads to despair or even depression. That attitude is predominant in the region of North-western Cuba my wife and I recently visited, which included time in Havana and Matanzas. Cubans were uniformly friendly and seemingly endlessly optimistic.

These people have been under someone or other’s iron fist since the island became a Spanish possession in 1492 (courtesy of Christopher Columbus), a not uncommon occurrence of the time, as natives of most of the non-Anglo/European world also experienced. Most others in the western hemisphere, however, have in the intervening years managed to throw off their colonial yokes and achieve some level of democracy. Cubans actually achieved this feat in 1902, ironically with the assistance of the USA, when Tomas Palma became the independent nation’s first president. In exchange, the USA got Guantanamo Bay in perpetuity and intervener status in Cuba’s affairs. They exploited the latter extensively for the next 57 years with the cooperation of a compliant and largely corrupt Cuban government, until 1959’s revolutionary victory under Fidel Castro ended foreign control of Cuba. The USA lost their intervener status, American business and organized crime syndicates lost billions in nationalised US assets, but in Cuba there remain two main enduring symbols of the former US presence – a stunted economy, and the ignominy due to what Guantanamo Bay has become. Cuba has tried since 1960 to have the treaty granting Guantanamo rescinded, but the US has vociferously objected to giving up their barren 45 square miles of

Cuban soil, and no court seems willing to go against US preferences. All Cuba can do to protest is to return the annual lease cheques – retaking possession of the land would be, militarily and politically, precisely the wrong move, as Castro well knows. So the farce and shame that is known as “Gitmo” continues.

Under Castro, due largely to the US embargo, Cuba became dependant upon the Soviet regime, and it was during this period that Cubans suffered the worst of the political reality that accompanied his dictatorship, however benevolent. Thousands of political prisoners were executed, thousands more were (and are) imprisoned, and there was little tolerance for independent thought and none for a free press. With the collapse of the USSR in 1991 came total economic isolation for Cuba, and a dark period for its people - basic necessities of life were scarce and many flirted with starvation. The US remained steadfast in maintaining their embargo, so Castro turned to friends of Cuba such as Canada, China and the emerging South American economies of Venezuela and Brazil. Canada is now one of Cuba’s largest trading partners, with a dominant position in tourism, oil and nickel production and other industries. Finally, for Cubans, things have taken a turn for the better, and they can confidently look forward to a brighter future. Canadians should be proud of the part we have played in Cuba, as Cubans do not hesitate to thank us for being there when it mattered most.

The question for anyone interested in Cuba today is what happens post-Fidel, in view of his apparently imminent demise. Even if he doesn’t die he’ll only be a figurehead – Cubans want positive changes towards democracy, and Raul Castro and other senior ministers know this. The political elite know their future lies in trade and tourism, and will continue to relax their control over the lives of the average Cuban while seeking ties with other friendly nations. The powers that be in Washington, DC are not ignorant of this reality, and it is certain that the economic lobby groups will soon outmuscle the Miami-based Cuban expatriate community in demanding normalization. The often-murderous actions of the latter group have done far more harm to Cubans than good, and they are much resented by the majority of Cubans. But Cubans are smart – they know a rapprochement with the USA would supercharge their economy. Of course, they are also wary – it was only 48 years ago that, as many Cubans told me with a smile, “we said bye-bye America”.

Eric Margolis, a Canadian freelance columnist who recently (Dec. 18/06) wrote a piece entitled “The Last Latin Dinosaur” (http://www.ericmargolis.com/), is also interested in Cuba’s future and offers the following

observation about Castro – “He is Cuba’s national father figure, who, in spite of many mistakes and severe repression, is still regarded with deep respect, affection and pride by many of his people. But as much as many may admire Fidel as a macho leader who stood up to the Yankee `gringos’ after a century of bullying and exploitation, and who brought them high standards of medicine and education, we should also recall that Castro had a darker side. Recently-opened KGB files and statements by former high Soviet officials have revealed that during the 1962 Cuban missile crisis, Castro begged Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev to launch nuclear-armed missiles against the United States. The Kremlin wisely refused Castro’s crazy request.”

Margolis shares my view of future Cuban/US relations, and the hope that wiser heads will prevail. “In recent weeks, Raul Castro has offered to open talks with Washington, which has kept Cuba under a punishing embargo since the 1950’s. Washington should seize this opportunity to end its utterly daft sanctions regime that has bankrupted Cuba, and move to normalize relations. If Raul really wants to begin serious talks with Washington, he should immediately begin releasing all of Cuba’s political prisoners and cease arresting citizens who call for democracy and free speech. Washington could reciprocate by closing down its Guantanamo gulag and immediately easing sanctions.” They should, indeed, but the second Bush administration will not. And it’s not only Cuba holding political prisoners. The USA is holding 5 Cubans as “enemy combatants” – effectively, political prisoners – and also is allowing two “terrorists” (by anyone’s definition) to run free in the US that were complicit in the 1976 bombing of a Cubana airliner, killing 73 innocent Cubans. Unfortunately, as with so many other issues, Bush will leave the entire mess to his successor to clean up.

Cuba could be a veritable paradise. My wife and I had never before enjoyed such a relaxing vacation, and who couldn’t in a location that offered great weather and scenery, and a populace so eager to ensure we enjoyed ourselves? Where the natural scenery is magnificent, yet close by are cities possessing spectacular examples of 17th century architecture? The people of Cuba are a joy to meet – their joie de vivre is honest and sincere. Today, they have a sort of innocence and wonder about them – one has to worry if they will be able to maintain it once the US ends its “utterly daft sanctions regime” and Americans return to Cuba. But I won’t worry. The pride and spirit enshrined in the national psyche by the true hero of Cubans - their first liberator Jose Marti, who was martyred in 1895 - will persist. They own the country, and they know it, and I know they will rise to the challenges they face, successfully. Visit if you can.

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GREYSTONE COTTAGE Open August 1st. Tranquil, private setting, comfortable, very clean.Queen bed, sofa-bed, sleeps 4, heated floor in bathroom. Full kitchen. Optional breakfast. Cable TV/DVD/CD, BBQ Call Diane 285-3990

ACCOMMODATIONHELP WANTED

RARE AND UNIQUE CEDAR STRIP CANOE

Ralph Terreberry of Quadra Island Canoe’s is selling his personal hand made western red cedar strip canoe. Each of the 13 canoes he manufactured on Quadra Island have unique markings and are of high quality workmanship.

This 16’canoe weighs 74 pounds, has walnut seats with white ash accents. Must be seen to be appreciated. $4500.00 or best offer with viewing by appointment. Call Carol Ann at 285-2609 evenings. Serious inquiries only please.

Singer Model 155 Chunky KNITTING MACHINE with Ribber Carriage for Double Bed Knitting

Includes: Singer Yard Winder, Singer AG30 Intarsia Carriage and Multi Yarn Brake; Singer Heavy Duty Folding Table; Singer KR7 Knit Radar Punch Card Contour Pattern Copier; Operators Manual and Patterns; Extra Chunky Punch Cards; Singer “How To” Knitting Books; Complete Parts and Accessories Box & Components. Like new condition. Asking $1250 or best offer, 285-2609 evenings.

COMPANY COMING? Firesign B&B has Tourism BC approved accommodations for your family and friends in our cozy and comfortable 3-bedroom B&B with separate guest entrance, kitchenette, living room, Internet and cable TV: your friendly home away from home 285-3390. www.firesignbandb.com

HONEY new crop - fireweed and wildflower honey now available from Link’s Apiary. 633 Cape Mudge Rd. or call Linda Link at 285-3759

FOR RENTSmall house suitable for single or couple non-smokers, Hyacinthe Bay. $450/mo plus utilities, includes kitchen appliances, plus washer & dryier hookups. References required. 285-3685 evenings and weekends.

HOUSE FOR RENTAvailable Feb 1/073bedrooms 1 bathroomWoodstove & oil furnace.South end. $700/monthContact Sherri at [email protected]

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D ATA P R O C E S S I N G CLERK

Ts a - Kw a - L u t e n L o d g e , the Oceanfront Resort at Cape Mudge is seeking a conscientious individual looking for part time data processing/bookkeeping work. A reliable and organized individual looking to work one or two days per week on a permanent basis would be the ideal candidate. Applicants must have previous experience with Microsoft Word and Excel. No phone calls please. Apply by fax to: 250-285-2532 or email to: <mailto:[email protected]>[email protected] by February 10th, 2007.

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Public Viewing of the Cape Mudge Band’s Management & Woodlot

Licence Plans for W1969 & W1970 has been extended to accommodate interested

persons or groups that were not able to attend the first presentation.

The 10-year Plans will be available for public viewing and comments at the Cape Mudge Band Office on January 8, 2007 starting at 11:00 am. The presentation will include a GIS orthophoto of the individual areas by projector. The Plans are now available for review and comments, written comments must be received no later than Feb. 8, 2007. Copies of the plans with maps are located at the Campbell River District Office of the Ministry of Forests (370 South Dogwood Street), Cape Mudge Band Office 285-3316, Benner Forestry Ltd. 285-2804 and at the Heriot Bay Library. Electronic copies of the Plans are available at www.northislandwoodlot.com (Woodlot Plans). Send written comments to Jerry Benner RPF, Benner Forestry Ltd. PO Box 427, Heriot Bay, V0P 1H0. Recent legislation has changed the planning requirements for the holders of a Woodlot Licence. The Woodlot Plan requires all sensitive and highly valued areas of the woodlot to be identified and either placed in reserves or management areas that will have modified harvesting. The Crown forest land for W1969 is located at Kanish Bay, and for W1970 at Conville Bay, Surge Narrows and Yeatman Bay.

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Q-COVE APPLIANCE REPAIR Now doing repairs to all makes and models of automatic washers and dryers. Also new & used parts depot for all your appliance needs. Affordable rates. We carry a good selection of quality used washers and dryers. All appliances come with 1 year warranty on parts & labour. Free delivery on Quadra. Call 285-3425 or cell 202-3425

T W O B O Y S S T O N E MASONRYSpecializing in stone arches, interior features, walls, exterior facades, driveway pillars, stone walls, fireplaces. New to Quadra Island keen to get to work! Call 285-3811 or email: [email protected]

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AMPED ON NUTRITION - Quadra Island’s Health Food Store and Deli. We carry vitamins, supplements, alternative groceries and more. Energize yourself with our delicious, organic vegetarian deli delights. Combining what you need with what you want. Open 9:30 am - 6 pm every day except closed Sundays 285-3142

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WE ARE LOOKING for two or more acres on Quadra Island - particularly on the southern half and would love either the Hopespring Road, Gowlland Harbour or April Point Road area. With or without a house, but small house / mobile or undeveloped preferred as we hope to build. Will consider anything under $400,000, and willing to wait for up to two years before purchasing if needed, providing purchase offer is in place. Please e-mail details with photos to: [email protected] - all agent enquiries are welcome.

WILL SEW curtains, home decor items, small upholstery jobs (specializing in chairs). We also custom sew clothing for that special occasion. Motif Design at the Upper Realm 285-2626.

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EXPLORE is now closed for the winter season. We will re-open on Tuesday March 6th, 2007 Thank you for all your support in 2006 we look forward to serving you in the spring. Any request no problem call Kelly. ¨Organic Coffee customers please call Kelly for pickup or delivery details. 285-2173

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FOR SALE on Quadra LoopArchitect-designed home, 2000 sq ft, on 5 wooded acres with developed fenced garden. Features spacious living area with cathedral ceiling, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large finished studio and office, double garage, deck with covered shade area. Photos and more info at www.bcislandhomes.comAsking price: $420,000. Viewing by appointment only.Call 285-3632.

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Campbell’sChunky Soups

2.95L

KraftSalad Dressings

$3.48

28¢

$2.88

/lb $7.23/kg$3.28

58¢

$2.98

Bottle Returns for the Month of January will be Donated to the Parents Advisory Committee

BAKERY

$1.28

$1.48

$2.98

New CropChilean Red Seedless Grapes

BULK

Couscous

Rolled Oats

Bits & BitesCheese Flavour

Green Split Peas

/ 100g

/ 100g

100g

100g

/ 100g

38¢

88¢

/ 100g

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baked fresh in-store

made fresh in-store

assorted

all natural

assorted flavours

Moosetracks, Caramel Cariboo, Bearclaw

made fresh in-store daily

with the purchase of any sandwich

made fresh in-store

antibiotic & hormone free

Seventh GenerationLiquid Laundry Soap

Barbara’s Bakery

issue 386 january 5, 2007 islander discovery

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