ladysmith and chemainus homeowners guide

Free

HomeownersBusiness Directory

2009

Ladysmith Chemainus (Cassidy, Cedar, Crofton & Saltair)

SAVE MONEYWith our guide to theHome Renovation Tax Credit p6

BUILD A GREENER WORLDEnvironmentally friendly tips for your home

p15

DRIVE HAPPYGet your vehicle ready for summer

p19

X-RayRoofi ng &

Crane Service Ltd.

• COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL• NEW ROOFS• RE-ROOFS• REPAIR

• Tar and Gravel • Shingles & Shakes

• Mobile Home Roofs • Membrane • Custom Sheet Metal • Roofi ng & Cladding

Craftsmanship at Competitive Rates

Ray Noel 250-245-8013

FREE ESTIMATES Established Since 1989

VANCOUVER ISLAND

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ACCOUNTANTS

Atchison Palmer Chartered Accountants301 - 394 Duncan St, [email protected] you can count on - service you can trust

see ad on p8

ARCHITECTS

Angela Y P Quek Architecture13270 Doole Rd, [email protected]

see ad on p12

AUTOMOTIVE

Crofton Auto Service8314 Crofton Rd, Crofton250-246-3115Complete Automotive Repairs. Service Crofton, Chemainus & Area for more than 35 years

see ad on p20

AUTOMOTIVE -COLLISION

Little Valley Restoration13070 Thomas Rd, Ladysmith250-245-3022 Collision Repairs you can trust

see ad on p20

AUTOMOTIVE -HEAVY DUTY

Van Isle truck Tech Ltd1280 Rocky Creek Rd,Ladysmith250-245-3092 Commercial Transport and heavy-Duty Repairs by Licensed Journeyman and Commercial Vehicle Inspector

see ad on p19

AUTOMOTIVE -TIRES

Big O Tire840 – 1st Ave, Ladysmith250-245-8444 Tires, Brakes, Shocks, Struts, Alignments, Mechanical Services, Custom Wheels

see ad on p24

CAR WASH

Wash Me on Ludlow950 Ludlow Rd, Ladysmith250-245-4303 RV, Boat, Car and Truck Car wash Sani Dump, Outboard motor wash, 1 outside bay, vacuums

see ad on p19

CONCRETE

Sure Span Ready Mix Ltd3721 Drinkwater Road, Duncan250-701-0045www.surespanreadymix.comResidential and commercial

Projects Engineered Quality concrete, interlocking blocks

see ad on p16

CONTRACTORS -GENERAL

GNB Builders Inc1-877-345-5717 or 250-245-5717 www.gnbbuilders.caProfessional Custom Home Builders & Renovations

see ad on p17 John Beggs Contracting250-246-7262 or 250-246-9535 Certifi ed Septic planner and installer, backhoe excavating, water & Sewer installation

see ad on p14

SRK Woodwork250-619-8659Custom woodworking specializing in custom cabinetry, built-in furniture, and architectural woodwork, home theatres wine cabinetry, bars and more

see ad on p13 Tom’s Tile250-245-0309Ceramic tile, slate, granite & marble installationsFree Estimates

see ad on p13

DECORATING

Beyond Décor250-713-2930 Interiors/ExteriorsHome Décor/Home Staging,

Colour Consultationssee ad on p18

DESIGN

Common Threads5172 Christie Rd, Ladysmith250-245-7688Fabric, Notions, Sewing alterations, Embroidery, Graphics, Apparel,Call for appointment

see ad on p18 Echo Design9281 Chemainus Rd, Chemainus250-246-4785Custom Sewing, custom made clothing, alterations and Repairs, Prom & Occasion and Unlikely Projects

see ad on p18

NikkiDesigns250-245-4238Custom crafted home décor. Window coverings, slipcovers, bedding, custom pillows, design service, organic fabrics

see ad on p18

DOCUMENTSTORAGE

Island Document Storage & Shredding207 Roberts Street, Ladysmith250-245-9180Secure document storage and retrieval, shredding on and off site

see ad on p16

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DOORS

Southwood Products Inc610 Oyster Bay Dr, Unit 2,Ladysmith250-246-0996Specializing in custom Wood Products

see ad on p13

ELECTRICIANS

Baseline Installation Electrical ContractorDon Walker, Electrician 250-802-7481 [email protected] www.baselineinstallation.comLicensed –Bonded – Insured Residential Commercial complete installation and upgrading

see ad on p12 Elm Electric Inc250-245-4525Residential, Commercial, Industrial - Electrical Contractors - Installation, repairs and renovations

see ad on p12

FARM MARKET

Russel Farm2721 Mt Sicker, Chemainus250-246-4924Open all year fresh farm produce, deli, and garden centre

see ad on p22

FINANCIAL

Ladysmith & District Credit Union330 1st Ave, Ladysmith 250-245-2247Since 1944. Financial

services, mortgages, loans, Our Community. Your Credit Union

see ad on p9

Ladysmith Credit Union Insurance330 1st Ave, Ladysmith250-245-2268BC Driver Licence, Travel/Medical Insurance Home, RV & Auto Marine and Business Insurance Smart People. Smart Choice

see ad on p8

GUTTERS

Aarsen Enterprises250-619-7691www.aarsenenterprises.com Your water solutions company and gutter installation and repair

see ad on p12

Curb Appeal Exterior Cleaning250-713-7371Gutter protection & Cleaning, roof maintenance, power washing

see ad on p15

HANDYMAN

Fred’s Mechanical and Handyman Service250-816-2703 or 250-245-2703Concrete, electrical, carpentry

see ad on p13 Handsome Handyman250-245-39692nd-generation builder and log-home craftsman, carpentry, renovations, windows and doors, decks fences

see ad on p14

Youngblood Handyman Services (Craig Jones)250-716-8940 or 250-616-2965Landscaping, fencing, retaining walls, concrete, pressure washing

see ad on p13

HAULING andTRUCKING

Coaatal Trucking1280 Rocky Creek Rd.Ladysmith 250-245-7061Hauling and Delivery , Equipment, sand, gravel

see ad on p19

LANDSCAPING

Bobby’s Mini Hoe & Clean-Up250-713-4970Specializing in Landscape design and clean-up. 30 years experience. No job is too small. Free Estimates

see ad on p21

LAWYERS

Bastion Law Group405 - 235 Bastion St, Nanaimo250-753-5372 Divorce & Family Law, Criminal Law, Civil Litigation Immigration, Corporate & commercial Law, Wills and estates, Wrongful Dismissal, Real Estate & Mortgages

see ad on p8 Robson, O’Connor22 High Street, Ladysmith250-245-7141Barristers, Solicitors and

Notaries Public General practice of Law

see ad on p7

MARITIMELadysmith MarinaOak Bay Marine Group12335 Rocky Creek Rd, Ladysmith250-245-4521www.ladysmithmarina.comBoat moorage and storage

see ad on p10 Ladysmith Marine ServiceDoug West901 Ludlow Rd, Ladysmith 250-714-6206Storage: Vessels and Equipment, Welding and Woodwork Marine Repairs and Maintenance, boat hauling

see ad on p10 The Marine Butler Ltd6289 Ferley Pl, Nanaimo250-741-0422www.marinebutler.comSpecializing in Motor Yachts

see ad on p10 Saltair Marine Service901 Ludlow Road, Ladysmith250-245-8027Towing and Booming, Ramp Spud, Barge and Crane, Barge Terminal

see ad on p11

PLUMBING &HEATING

Dawe Mechanical Inc250-756-8784Residential and Commercial Plumbing and Heating. Hot Water Tanks, Gas fi ttings, furnaces and more

see ad on p13


Ladysmith Plumbing and Heating810 Esplanade Ave, Ladysmith250-245-8858 Residential and Commercial Plumbing and Heating

see ad on p15

PRINTERS49th Parallel Printers940 - 1st Ave, Ladysmith, 250-245-1200Full Xerox digital copy centre for all your printing needs

see ad on p16

Black Press Ladysmith940 Oyster Bay Dr, Ladysmith250-245-0350Quality web printers, fl yers, magazines, newspapers and more

see ad on p16

RECYCLING -BOTTLES

Junction Bottle Depot149 Oyster Bay Dr, Ladysmith 250-245-7376Accepting drink, beer, wine and spirit containers, computers, monitors, printers and TV’s and household paint and milk containers

see ad on p22

RECYCLING -METAL

Can-Am Recycling, Ltd13271 Trans Canada Hwy, Ladysmith250-245-5051 Toll-Free 1-877-245-5051 www.can-am-recycling.com

Scrap Metal RecyclingBuying and Selling Ferrous and Non-Ferrous MetalNew and used steel for sale

see ad on p21

ROOFING

X-Ray Roofi ng250-245-8013 Commercial and Residential roofs, reproofs, and repair

see ad on p2

STORAGE

Saltair Mini Warehouse10860 Chemainus Rd, Chemainus250-245-4912Self-storage units, RV Storage

see ad on p22

VACUUMS

Affordable Vacuums530 - 1st Ave, Ladysmith,250-245-0591Ladysmith Store for all your vacuum needs and repairs, bags, built-in vacuums

see ad on p12

WELDING

Brady’s Iron Works Inc2 - 1280 Rocky Creek Rd,Ladysmith250-668-0796Specializing in Forming, fabrication, shearing, welding

see ad on p20

WINDOWS

Ken the Window Guy250-245-7475 or

250-616-8975Since 1975 Specializing in residential window repair, installation and insurance claims. We feature Thermoproof windows

see ad on p23 Phantom Screens250-751-2787 or 250-743-6718www.phantomscreen.com

Offering Retractable screening solutions

see ad on p12 Tidal Blinds250-416-0097 or250-715-7733Window coverings with Good Old Fashioned service. Home Quotes

see ad on p14


By now there probably isn’t a homeowner in Canada that hasn’t heard of the Home Renovation Tax Credit (HRTC). The federal government created the HRTC to stimulate the economy and create new jobs in the house and home sector.

This 15% credit is for renovation expenses ranging between $1,000 and $10,000 per household.

What exactly does the tax credit cover? To remove the guesswork, we’ve listed some of the most common home renovations and home improvements below.

The Home Renovation Tax Credit covers: • painting (inside or outside)• renovations of kitchen,

bathroom, basement • building a fence or deck • new carpets or

hardwood fl oors • new furnaces

The Home Renovation Tax Credit does NOT cover: • purchase of furniture• purchase of appliances• purchase of electronics• construction equipment• costs of maintenance

and routine repairsTh e federal government predicts that around 4.6 million households will take advantage of this tax credit. Th e program has been available since January 27, 2009, and is only valid until January 31, 2010. Some common home renovation projects for 2009 which would qualify for the HRTC are:

Windows & DoorsEnergy effi ciency is a common theme in 2009. Conserving energy is a good way to save money and help the environment. Installing new windows and doors will help insulate your home properly, thus reducing energy wastes and costs.

Kitchen RenovationsRenovating your kitchen is one of the best ways to increase the value of your home. Th e kitchen is a focal point in most homes, and making simple renovations such as installing custom cabinets, or opting for granite or marble countertops, can create a whole new feel and ambience immediately.

Heating & CoolingIs your home heated with gas or electricity? Do you have central air conditioning or multiple air conditioning units? Taking advantage of the HRTC can off set the additional expense of more energy-effi cient heating and cooling solutions.

Bathroom RemodellingYour bathroom may need an upgrade. Consider remodelling it by adding a new bathtub, sink, toilet or countertop. You may also want to go the extra mile by adding heated fl oors or redoing your bathroom tiles.

Going GreenGreen technology is all the rage with an increasing amount of companies off ering green-related products and services. In addition to saving energy, you can go green by using eco-friendly products. When buying supplies for your home renovation project, consider non-toxic and natural paints, fl oor treatments and renovation materials.

What is the Home Renovation Tax Credit?The proposed HRTC is a non-refundable tax credit for work performed or goods acquired in respect of an eligible dwelling.

What is meant by eligible dwelling?An eligible dwelling is a housing unit that is eligible to be an individual’s principal residence or that of one or more of their family members, at any time between January 27, 2009 and February 1, 2010. In general, a housing unit is considered eligible to be an individual’s principal residence where it is owned by the individual and ordinarily inhabited by the individual, the individual’s spouse or common-law partner, or their children.

What is the eligibility period?The credit will be based on eligible expenditures for work performed or goods acquired after January 27, 2009, and before February 1, 2010. Expenditures incurred pursuant to an agreement that was entered into before January 28, 2009, will not be eligible for the credit.

Who will be eligible for the credit?Eligibility for the HRTC will be family based. A family will generally be considered to consist of an individual or an individual plus his or her spouse or common-law partner, including children who will be under 18 years of age at the end of 2009. A family will be allowed a single credit that may be shared within the family. If two or more families share the ownership of an eligible dwelling, each family will be eligible for their own separate credit (i.e. each up to $1,350) that will be calculated on each family’s respective eligible expenditures.

How will the credit be calculated?The credit will only be available for the 2009 tax year and applies to eligible expenditures of more than $1,000, but not more than $10,000, resulting in a maximum credit of $1,350 ($9,000 x 15%).

What are eligible expenditures?To be eligible, expenditures incurred in relation to a renovation or alteration to an eligible dwelling (or the land that forms part of the eligible dwelling) must be of an enduring nature and integral to the dwelling. Eligible expenditures include the cost of labour and professional services, building materials, fi xtures, rentals, and permits and must be supported by acceptable documentation.

What does the CRA consider to be acceptable documentation?Documentation, such as agreements, invoices, and receipts, must clearly identify the type and quantity of goods purchased or services provided, including, but not limited to, the following information:

• information that clearly identifi es the vendor/contractor, their business address and, if applicable, the GST/HST registration number;

• a description of the goods and date when they were purchased; • the date when the goods were delivered (keep your delivery slip

as proof) and/or when the work or services were performed; • a description of the work performed including the address where

the work was performed; • the amount of the invoice; and • proof of payment. Receipts or invoices must indicate paid in full or

be accompanied by other proof of payment, such as a credit card slip or cancelled cheque.

For more information about the Home Renovation Tax Credit (HRTC), visit the Canada Revenue Agency site at www.cra.gc.ca.

HOW TO SAVE MONEY WITH THEHOME RENOVATION TAX CREDIT

Barristers, Solicitors, & Notaries PublicGeneral Practice of Law

• Real Estate • Wills & Estates• Powers of Attorney• Incorporations • Family Law• ICBC Claims • Seniors’ Legal Issues

Serving the Community forOver 21 Years

• Real Estate • Wills & Estates• Powers of Attorney• Incorporations • Family Law• ICBC Claims • Seniors’ Legal Issues

Serving the Community forOver 21 Years

Robson, O’Connor22 High Street, Ladysmith | [email protected] 250-245-2921 | phone 250-245-7141


How you benefi t from having a professional help to plan your will:PlanningDeciding what to do with your estate can be daunting.

Should you divide your assets equally between your children or other relatives? Should you leave anything to charity? How much would that cost, aft er taxes? With probate application fees as high as 1.4 per cent of an estate’s value, legal advice on minimizing them is helpful.DocumentingA will must mean what you think it means, and be properly

signed and witnessed strictly within rules. Your lawyer can prepare a will that is legally enforceable leaving little to question.ImplementingA professionally prepared will helps minimize the risk of a court

challenge and will follow your preference as to how you want your estate divided. Your lawyer can testify about conversations with you to avoid any confusion as to your wishes.Seeking the help of a professional will reduce problems and

assure that your wishes have been carried out.

WILL PLANNING

BASTION LAW GROUPLawyers & Notaries

• Divorce & Family Law

• Criminal Law

• Civil Litigation

• Immigration

• Corporate & Commercial

• Wills & Estates

• Wrongful Dismissal

• Real Estate & Mortgages

Ladysmith appointments available upon request

Ronald E. PetersStephen T. LittleyWilliam A. ScottCarrie E. HumchittKrystal C. Tan, Articled StudentDebby A. Baker, Paralegal

250-753-5372Fax 250-5368

405-235 Bastion St.Nanaimo

We’ve been in the Valley since 1984 and during that time our clients have continued to express satisfaction with our staff’s expertise and determination to listen to clients with a creative response that’s individualized to meet their needs.

We are defi nitely not a “big box store” where your face is one in many.

We target our client base between Mill Bay and Ladysmith and Lake Cowichan. Our staff lives in and supports these communities and knows full well (on a personal level) the unique challenges you face.

Our partners are dedicated to helping our clients both “start” and “grow their business” to success.

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✦ Yacht Management/Maintenance Programs

✦ Professional Boat Detailing & Waxing

✦ Hull Striping & Re-Coating

✦ Installations, Watermarkers, Diesel Heaters,

Gen Sets, Bow Thrusters, Navigation, Etc.

Specializing in Motor Yachts

Ladysmith Marine ServicesLadysmith Marine Services

901 Ludlow Rd Doug WestLadysmith, BC 250-714-6206www.ladysmithmarineservices.com

• Storage: Vessels & Equipment• Welding & Woodwork• Marine Repairs & Maintenance• Boat Hauling

12335 Rocky Creek Rd, Ladysmith, BC250-245-4521 | fax 250-245-4538

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Saltair Marine Services

10801 Chemainus Road,Ladysmith, BC V9G 2A4Ladysmith, BC V9G 2A4

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With summer here, boaters are keen to spend time out on the water. You could be heading into troubled waters if you haven’t taken the time to get your boat in shape. So, here are some safety tips for boaters:Check the dates on all fl ares.

Th ey legally expire four years from the date of maufacture. Make sure they are current, keep old ones as a back-up.Check the fi re extinguisher

and make sure it has more fi re-fi ghtingcapabilities. Be sure to have

it inspected and recharged following manufacturer’s instructions. Shake chemical extinguishers vigorously upside-down at least once a monthA VHF radio is not yet

mandatory, but can bring aid faster than a cell phone. You will need a licence to operate one.Follow the one-third rule

for your gas tank. One-third out, one-third back and one-third in reserve. Know how much your boat burns and never rely on the fuel gauge. To save on fuel travel

at your most effi cient speed, keep your hull clean, your engine tuned up and ensure you have the rightpropeller.

STAYING SAFE ON THE WATER

10 Week Boating CourseCommences Sept. 10, 2009

4 Evening Maritime RadioCommences Nov. 19, 2009

Ongoing BoatPro (For your PCOC)( Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card )

For more information contact:Marilyn Wells at 250-245-0424Brian Cromp at 250-245-8620Email: [email protected]

Mount Brenton Power & Sail Squadron

KAYCAN

Gutter Installationand Repair

gutter cleaning, fast fl ow funnels leaf guardleaf catchers, rain barrels and more

Aarsen EnterprisesAarsen Enterprises250-619-7691250-619-7691

Entropix Solar Water Heaters

Pressure & non-pressure systems for cabins, barns, shops & domesticstic hot water use

• Residential• Commercial• Complete Installation & Upgrading• Mobile Home CSA Inspection• Licensed• Bonded• Insured

Baseline InstallationBaseline InstallationElectrical ContractorElectrical Contractor

Don Walker, Electrician, Ladysmith, BC250-802-7481

donwalker@baselineinstallation.comwww.baselineinstallation.comwww.baselineinstallation.com

VacuumWe Do Service CallsWe Service All Makes & Models

LARGE SELECTION OF NEW & REBUILT VACUUMS

Steam Cleaner Rental250-245-0591530-1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC

Residential ❉ Commercial ❉ Industrial

Electrical Contractors❉ installations ❉ repairs ❉ renovations

Elm Electric Inc.Brian Marshall

250-245-4525

250-751-2787 • 250-743-6718“We guarantee your satisfaction”

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Southwood Products Inc.

Specializing in Custom Wood Productsfound in quality homes

on Vancouver Islandask for one

Fax 250-245-0926 Phone 250-245-0996610 Oyster Bay Dr., Ladysmith

www.southwoodproducts.com

YoungbloodYoungbloodHandyman ServiceHandyman Service

Craig Jones250-716-8940250-616-2965

Commercial & Residential

Fencing • Landscaping • Retaining Walls • Vinyl Washing

Serving the Community for Over 10 Years

Dawe Mechanical Inc.Plumbing & Heating

250-756-8784

Plumbing & Heating“Done Right & Done On Time”

ask us about government rebates on new construction & renovations

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Licensed Journeyman

Toilets

Hot Water Tanks

Gas Fitting

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Ceramic tile, Slate, Granite & Marble

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“Need a job done? We are the one.”

HANDSOMEHANDYMAN

Richard Licensed &[email protected] Insured

250-245-3969

2nd generation builder & log-home craftsman

Carpentry

Renovations(multiple trades)

Windows & doors

Decks, fences, etc.

810 Esplanade Ave, Ladysmith Ladysmith 250-245-8858 [email protected] Duncan 250-748-1611

• Sinks • Toilets

• Water Leaks • Faucets

• Sewer & Drain Cleaning

• Plumbing Repairs • Boilers

• Hot Water Tanks

• PRV’s

• New Construction

• Gas, Oil & Electric Furnaces

• Heat Pumps and

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• HRV’s • Sheet Metal

• Oil Tank &

Furnace Installation

• Pump-outs & Tank Removal

Comforting Homes for Generations Locally

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• Gutter protection & cleaning

• Roof de-mossing

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TIPS FOR A GREENER HOMEClean or change the fi lter in your furnace or HRV at least once every three months. Th is will aid in the most effi cient running of your equipment and also extend its life.

Consider installing a heat pump. Th ey produce no emissions, extract heat from the outside air and have some great incentives att ached to their installation at this time.

Att end to those annoying tap leaks and running toi-lets. Th ese waste our most precious resource, water.

Consider installing a dual fl ush toilet to save water. Th e Town of Ladysmith off ers a $75.00 rebate when you do this.

Regular maintenance and servicing of your heating equipment will ensure longer life and higher effi -ciency.

If you heat with oil, ensure that your oil tank is a newer certifi ed tank that is properly installed. make your plumber part of your house maintenance team

3721 Drinkwater Road, Duncan www.surespanreadymix.com

• Engineered Quality Concrete • Interlocking Blocks • Dependable Service • Computerized Batch Plant

OPEN MOST SATURDAYS

250-701-0045250-701-0045

SERVING RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL PROJECTS

• Quality web printers• Flyers, magazines• Vacation & Recreation Guides• Newspapers• Periodicals• Free quotes

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940 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith

250-245-0350

Full service print shop Graphic designer on siteBusiness forms,

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940 - 1st Avenue. Ladysmith

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Ladysmith, BC250-245-9180Toll-Free 1-800-763-9180

Paper storage bogging you down?

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STORAGE Running out of room? We o er secure document storage as well as fast, e cient record retrieval from Victoria to the Comox Valley.

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GNB BUILDERS INC

PROFESSIONAL CUSTOM HOME BUILDER & RENOVATOR

www.gnbbuilders.ca

Phone: 250.245.5717Toll-Free: 1.877.345.5717


Echo DesignCUSTOM SEWING

250-246-4785

9281 Chemainus Road, Chemainus, BC

Custom Made ClothingAlterations & Repairs - Prom & Occasion

Unlikely Projects

• Alterations • Embroidery • Sewing • Alterations • Embroidery • Sewing

• Graphics • Fabric • Notions • Apparel• Graphics • Fabric • Notions • ApparelFor appointments call:For appointments call:

Cell 250-246-7688 Phone/Fax 250-245-7688Cell 250-246-7688 Phone/Fax 250-245-76885172 Christie Road, Ladysmith5172 Christie Road, Ladysmith

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Interiors/ExteriorsHome Decor/Home Staging

Colour ConsultationsEnter for a free room makeover

Name: _______________________Phone: _______________________All entries must be received by Aug. 15, 2009PO Box 1510, Ladysmith, BC V9G [email protected]

Jacinta 250-713-2930

Nikki MacCallum phone 250.245.4238www.sewingbynikki.com

window coverings ~ slipcovers ~ bedding

custom pillows ~design service ~ organic fabrics available


• Lowbed Trucks • Sand and Gravel

• Truck & Pup • HIAB Service

• Flatdecks

1280 - Rocky Creek Rd.Ladysmith

250-245-7061• Lowbed Trucks • Sand and Gravel

• Truck & Pup • HIAB Service

• Flatdecks

Hauling - Delivery1280 Rocky Creek Rd, Ladysmith

250-245-3092 Cell: 250-755-6439

Commercial Transport & Heavy-Duty Repair Specialist

NEW Spartan Chassis Factory-Authorized Warranty & Service Centre

Full Line of Commercial Truck Parts

Emergency Vehicle Technician Certifi ed

Commercial Vehicle Inspection Facility

WASH ME ON LUDLOW

250-245-4303Next to Bottle Depot930 Ludlow Road, LadysmithOPEN 24 HOURS

Also Available

• Cleaning Products

• Prepaid Fleet Cards

• Change machine

• Gift Cards

• 2 elevated platforms

• 1 outside bay• Sani-Dump• Outboard

motor wash• 3 vacuums


Nine tips to keep your vehicle running its best1. Spring oil and filter change: Don’t forget to get a specialty oil change if the vehicle has high mileage or is a hard working SUV, truck or mini-van. 2. Keep it clean: Wash the

vehcile’s exterior and repair paint chips paint with touch-up paint to stop rust spots from forming. 3. Keep vision clear: Check

the wiper blades and replace worn, cracked or bent blades. Fill the windshield washer reservoir with fl uid to fi ght summer’s dust and insects. 4. Let it breathe: The air filter

allows your engine to breathe and a clean one will improve fuel economy by up to 10 per cent.

5. Same for the interior: Check the cabin air fi lter. Vehicle occupants need to breathe clean air, too. 6. Change those tires:

Remove winter tires or rotate all-season radials and re-balance the wheels. Check tire conditions and adjust air pressure, including the spare. 7. Keep your cool:

Check tightness and condition of belts, clamps and hoses. 8. Batt eries need cleaning:

Clean terminals of any corrosion. 9. Check the brakes: Aft er a

long winter, a routine brake inspection and service is important for safety and can save money in the long run.

CAR CARE

Quality AssuredCollision Services

Customer Satisfaction Premier Achiever Award www.littlevalleyrestorations.com

250-245-3022fax: 250-245-3042

13070 Thomas Road, Ladysmith

Every Car and Every Person is Treated Like a ClassicExemplary service and quality workmanshipCall us for your collision repair or body work

Complete Automotive Repairs

250-246-31158314 Crofton Rd., Crofton

“The Right Personnel with the Right Equipment”

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AUTO SERVICE

Proudly serving Crofton, Chemainus & Area for over 35 years

CROFTON

BRADY’S IRON WORKS INC.Specialists in:• forming • fabrication• shearing • welding

#2 - 1280 Rocky Creek Rd., Ladysmith, BC

250-668-0933 | shop: 250-245-0796

Len or Joel


BOBBY’S MINI HOE & CLEAN-UP250-713-4970250-713-4970

Bobby will help you create the gardenyou have always dreamed of. Call Today.

• retaining walls • landscaping • lot cleaning • debris removal • excavating • pruning

• small deliveries with dump trailer • mulch, lawnsoil, gardensoil • driveway chip

13271 Trans Canada Hwy, Cassidy, BC (Just south of the Cassidy Airport)

Fax: 250-245-5028 Toll Free: 1-877-245-5051 Ph: 250-245-5051 [email protected] www.can-am-recycling.ca

Open Mon to Fri - 8 to 4:30 pm - Open Saturdays 8am to noon

Scrap Metal RecyclingScrap Metal RecyclingOver 30 years of experience

in Metal Recycling

Buying and Selling Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Metal

New and Used Steel for Sale


WHY NOT STORE IT?

Self-storage units from $60/month

RV storage from $30/month(ask about our discounts)

Saltair Mini Warehouse10860 Chemainus Rd.

(behind Byron’s Grocery)

250-245-4912250-245-4912

Running Room?outof

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK ALL YEAR ROUNDNorth of Duncan, Trans Can. Hwy. at Crofton cutoff

MARKET246-4924

GARDEN246-4940

•Soil, bark mulch & compost•Excellent selection of trees, shrubs, hedging & perennials•Largest selection of pots on Vancouver Island•Roses, Roses, Roses•Concrete statuary, benches and bird baths•Rocket lawn edging bricks

Come see us Come see us for all your for all your

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Beside Home Hardware149 Oyster Bay Drive

250-245-7376250-245-7376Mon - Sat: 9 am - 5 pmSunday: 10 am - 4 pm

Full refund for your drink, beer, wine, & spirit containers

Bottle drives welcome

Computers, monitors,printers & TVs

Household paint& milk containers

112233

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Junction Bottle Depot


Many factors have converged to make 2009 and 2010 a great time for home remodeling. Projects completed now will increase a home’s curb appeal, make it more energy effi cient and reduce the homeowner’s tax burden.Identifying Energy Effi cient Windows, DoorsSeveral factors make

windows, patio doors and entry doors more energy effi cient. Th e composition of the window or door is a major factor, as is the glass.All-aluminum windows will

be the least energy effi cient,

whereas vinyl and clad wood windows will be the most effi cient. Vinyl windows with multiple hollow chambers within the frame perform bett er than vinyl windows without the chambers. If you want wood interiors on your windows, you’ll want to choose a clad-wood window -- vinyl-clad, fi berglass-clad or aluminum-clad.Most windows today have

low-emissivity (Low E) coatings and two panes of glass, using the airspace in between the panes as insulation to help minimize heat and cold loss.

WINDOWS

Ken the Window Guy

upgrade your windows upgrade your windows

before winterbefore winter

Ken Brownlow

Find out how to receive up to $60 per window with the Livesmart BC program

SAVE 7%

SAVE 15%

Ask about Energy Star Products that are exempt from PST on the window

SAVE $60With the Homeowners Tax Credit

• Residential window repairs and installation • Insurance claimsSpecializing in:

since1975

CALL TODAY

250-245-7475 | 250-616-8975• prompt • free estimates • references • insured • WCB •

We useWe usemade right here made right here on the Islandon the Island


TIRES • SERVICE • STRAIGHT TALK

TIRES • BRAKES • SHOCKS • STRUTSALIGNMENTS • MECHANICAL SERVICESHUGE SELECTION OF CUSTOM WHEELS

Getting It Right!Getting It Right!Servicing Ladysmith and area for 28 years

providing consistent value and reliable service.

Call us for all your tire needs

250-245-8444

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840 - 1st Ave.Ladysmith, BC


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