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DECOMPRESSION & LASER CENTRE

Do you suff er from a herniated disc, chronic or acute back pain, headaches, whiplash,

knee pain, carpel tunnel syndrome? Maybe you need help changing your lifestyle through exercise and dieti ng. Perhaps you need an ergonomic assessment to help functi on bett er at your workplace.

Dr. Janis Guthy, a Doctor of Chiropracti c with more than 32 years experience, can help. And, in the process she wants to change the way you think about chiropractors. “Chiropractors treat more than just back strain,” she says. “The conditi ons we see range from sciati ca to headaches and sprained ankles to carpal tunnel syndrome, fi bromyalgia, arthriti s and more.

We also see a wide range of pati ents from children to the elderly. “You don’t need a medical referral to see Dr. Guthy, nor do you necessarily need to have pain symptoms,” she adds. “My clinic has always been proacti ve. People come in for a spinal check-up and preventati ve spinal care just to make sure they’re healthy.”

Identi fying and correcti ng minor imbalances early on, she says, can oft en prevent serious long-term conditi ons, including chronic pain. “Take your feet… they’re the foundati on of your body. If you’re walking improperly, it’s eventually going to aff ect your ankles, knees, hips, back and neck.” Custom-molded

foot orthoti cs, which Dr. Guthy can prescribe and make for you, can help to correct most gait problems contributi ng to other musculoskeletal pain.

If you have an ICBC claim, you can visit Dr. Guthy without a referral to receive treatment without any out-of pocket cost. The same applies to people with WorkSafe BC claims and RCMP or Veteran’s Aff airs coverage (BlueCross).

In additi on, Dr. Guthy off ers Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (DTS). “DTS relieves pressure on the spinal nerves through the use of a mechanical tracti on device applied through a highly sensiti ve computer,” explains Dr. Guthy. “It is completely painless and, as the name suggests, non-invasive.”

With spinal decompression’s precise, computer-controlled tension, the appropriate disc levels are gently and painlessly stretched to achieve a negati ve pressure within the disc. The negati ve pressure created in the nucleus pulposus allows compressed discs to be re-oxygenated, re-hydrated and re-nutrifi ed as they draw in moisture and nutrients from surrounding body ti ssues as well as promote retracti on of bulging or herniated discs.

While results may vary, Dr. Guthy notes that many Spinal Decompression pati ents including post-surgical pati ents and those with long-term chronic pain, are soon able to resume normal acti viti es.

For pati ents with sports or repeti ti ve strain injuries, tendoniti s, bursiti s, arthriti s and similar conditi ons, Dr. Guthy oft en employs the latest, non-invasive treatment of low-intensity laser therapy.

“Essenti ally, the laser initi ates a cascade of physiological reacti ons within the aff ected area,” she explains. “The result is restorati on of cell structure and functi on and it is highly eff ecti ve and has no known side eff ects.”

If you are suff ering from low back or neck pain, such as sciati ca, herniated, protruded, or degenerati ve disc, a s s o c i a t e d w i t h n e u r o l o g i c a l symptoms, you may benefi t from DTS and Laser therapy.

Dr. Guthy also has two other state of the art therapies. The

Exer-Rest is a bed on which the patient re c l i n e s w h i l e i t moves back and forth at a rate of 140 slides per minute.

The Exer-Rest is a patented, clinically trialed non-invasive device that works to improve circulation, i m p r o v e j o i n t mobility and reduce m u s c u l o s k e l e t a l pain and support overall health. The bed stimulates the

natural release of nitric oxide into the blood and helps pati ents feel more vibrant during the day and sleep bett er at night. Nitric oxide has potent anti -infl ammatory properti es; improves transmission of neural impulses; improves cogniti on, balance and learning, parti cularly in prior brain damage; is anti arteriosclerosis

(helping prevent hardening of the arteries); and, can limit the extent of heart and stroke damage. The therapy is equivalent to jogging without the stress to the heart and joints.

The Thermal Shiatsu Massage Bed helps increase c i rculat ion and reduce chronic pain. Far Infrared rays penetrate the surface of the body, allowing for the expansion of collagen ti ssues which then allow the mechanical jade heads to eff ecti vely push out all of the impuriti es that are stored in those ti ssues. The FDA approved Massage Bed also acts as a mechanical tracti on device stretching and straightening the spine, allowing your nerves and in turn your enti re body to functi on more effi ciently.

In additi on to holding a Ph.D and a Doctor of Chiropracti c, Dr. Guthy is a Certi fi ed Functi onal Work Capacity Evaluator Advanced with a Residency in Industrial Rehabilitati on. She is an American Board Certi fi ed Senior Disability Analyst and Diplomate, as well as a Homeopath, and a Disti nguished Fellow of the Briti sh Insti tute of Homeopathy. She is also an American Board Certi fi ed Alternati ve Medical Practi ti oner and has been in private practi ce for 32+ years. Recently Dr. Guthy has added the counselling services of Jonathan Buchanan to her clinic.

On your initi al visit, Dr. Guthy will collect informati on for a thorough case history, conduct a comprehensive Chiropractic, Orthopedic and Neurological examinati on and compile a complete report on her fi ndings. Dr. Guthy and her pati ent will collaborate on a treatment program suitable for the pati ent’s opti mal care. If a referral is necessary, Dr. Guthy will also provide this.

Dr. Guthy uses a “hands on” approach to chiropracti c care. She may use various adjuncti ve therapies including ultrasound, laser, manual and non-manual adjusti ng techniques and exercise therapy. She always accepts new pati ents and oft en extends her offi ce hours to accommodate pati ents who are from out of town and who have scheduling issues. “I never turn away a pati ent,” she says. “It’s both my responsibility and my privilege to provide a natural, drug-free way to bett er health.” *Results may vary

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In the 1950s, construction on the John Hart Dam began and that huge mega-project boosted Campbell

River into the prosperity of the 1960s and onward until the end of the century. With the dam came the power needed to produce pulp and paper and the Elk Falls mill was built soon after. The rest, as they say, is history. For the next 50 years or so, Campbell River boomed, riding on the industrial engine that is the pulp and paper mill. Added to the pulp mill was a vibrant mining industry based on two properties, the Myra Falls mine and the Quinsam Coal mine. Logging, meanwhile, continued throughout the period providing hundreds of high paying jobs. And, in the latter part of the 20th Century, a new industry was established in the region with aquaculture creating more jobs. But the boom times were inevitably followed by bust as the Elk Falls Mill was shut down, the forest industry slowed its pace and mining went through some belt tightening of its own. Only aquaculture showed any inclination to expand but it is being held in check by environmental sensitivities creating a nervousness in government about allowing it to grow. Coincidentally, into this economic downturn comes the John Hart Dam

to the rescue. BC Hydro has begun work on a billion dollar upgrade of the hydroelectric facility after the provincial power utility recognized that the John Hart Dam needed an upgrade to keep it sustainable as a power producer. That upgrade promises to boost the local economy again with skilled jobs being created to embark on the huge construction project. The upgrade will replace aging wooden penstocks with a water tunnel bored through solid rock to create an earthquake-proof water delivery system to a renovated John Hart generating station. The impact on the local, fallen-on-hard-times economy will be massive. Last year, all the talk was about the project having been approved and preparing to begin construction. This year, the discussion is about

construction getting underway. Shovels are in the ground. Actually, explosives will be in the ground as blasting will begin to gouge out the tunnel that will deliver the water from the John Hart reservoir. But, as luck would have it, coming online at the same time is a provincial

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The construction jobs and contract work will come for these two projects but the challenge for Campbell River over the next decade will be to maintain the momentum. New workers will make the community home as they begin work on the dam upgrade and the new hospital construction.

The community needs to invest its fi nancial and entrepreneurial capital into keeping those workers here after the projects come to a close. Skilled workers with disposable income entrenched in a pleasant and fully-serviced community might consider ways to stay here and take their capital and invest it in small businesses. There are other opportunities for Campbell River to capitalize on. A new regulatory framework for aquaculture that will incorporate environmental sustainability as well as red tape reduction are two components that will help move the aquaculture industry forward. And that can only be a good thing for the local economy which has set itself up as a centre for aquaculture production. Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) holds a promise of future opportunity after last year’s announcement that Quicksilver Resources purchased the old Elk Falls Mill site for the purpose of developing an LNG plant. This year we watch and see if Quicksilver is able to secure the partners it needs to develop a plant, but the outlook is promising. So, 2014-2015 holds a year ofpromise as the opportunities announced last year are now underway. The city plans for its future as it can expect present prosperity.

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If economic develop-ment was likened to gardening, it would

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Rather than a crop every year, a tree farm provides a

return on its investment much later.

Not that it’s going to take the life of a tree to see a return on investment by Campbell River’s economic development corporation, Rivercorp, but a long term view is needed. “It is a long-term-thinking role,” said Vic Goodman, River-corp CEO. It is also a lot of groundwork and relationship building that may or may not bear fruit and if it does, it is probably a few years down the road. In a presentation to Campbell River City Council in August, Rivercorp Board Chair Donna Hains outlined many initiatives taken by the city’s econom-ic development offi ce to contribute to the vitality of the city. She outlined the part Rivercorp plays in develop-ing economic opportunities. “The primary role of an economic development of-fi ce is to inform potential investors and the private sector about opportuni-ties in our community, facilitate meetings

and interactions between appropri-ate parties and work to create an environment that is favourable to investment,” Hains told council. Rivercorp is active in a diverse list of fi les. It can be working on anything from aquaculture, to min-ing, to geoscience, liquid natural gas, tourism, etc. One thing that Goodman stresses is that Rivercorp is not an investment company. Its role is to identify opportunities and players in a sector and then facilitate bringing them together to take advantage of an opportunity. It’s up to the private sector to generate capital and make the investment. Rivercorp doesn’t have the resources to start businesses and enterprises. Goodman uses the analogy of a house. Economic development identifi es a good neighbourhood and fi nds a lot, providing a place for the foundation. The private sector comes in, buys the lot and actually builds the house. Rivercorp’s actual mandate is to identify ways to restore and rebuild the industrial tax base. To that end, Hains reported to council numerous projects Rivercorp has been working on that demonstrate “that we have been working hard for Campbell River and will continue to work hard to contribute to the economic vitality of our city and region.” The projects reviewed for city council refl ect Rivercorp’s strategic priorities: revitalizing the industrial tax base, retaining and growing the

commercial tax base, and improv-ing Campbell River and region as a tourism destination. “Rivercorp has been working very closely with Quicksilver Resources and other players in the LNG sector to position the Elk Falls site as a key player in the new LNG marketplace,” Hains said. At stake are “hundreds of new, well-paying jobs in Campbell River and a sig-nifi cant positive bump to the city’s industrial tax base.” Rivercorp has been working to facilitate development of a new industrial park near the airport. “This park would satisfy demand for new industrial land for green energy, clean technology, and aerospace sectors, among others, allowing for substantial investment, the creation of signifi cant numbers of new jobs and an increased tax base,” the board chair said. The city’s economic develop-ment offi ce is also looking into the viability of developing a seafood logistics hub in the area and work-ing actively with the Vancouver Island aerospace sector on major initiatives to bring well-paying aerospace jobs to the region. Rivercorp’s mandate to grow the tax base includes the creation of a small business incubator at the Enterprise Centre. “The region boasts a vibrant, growing cluster of digital anima-tors, game developers and other creative industry professionals. This incubator will provide valuable services to this new economic

sector, as well as an inviting, well-equipped place for small business people to work and interact. River-corp is working with the Campbell River Creative Industries Council and the city on this project,” Hains said. The chair also reported that “Rivercorp, through its Tourism Campbell River and Region and Vis-itor Centre departments, has been working very actively with regional tourism operators. Our objective is to increase tourism numbers and hotel stays and generate longer stays. Longer stays translate into more dollars spent in local busi-nesses.” Where Rivercorp is most like a farmer, it’s in the planting of seeds. The seeds, of course, are the many different sectors of the economy that Rivercorp is working in. In economic development, like in gardening, it takes time to reap what you have sown.

Vic Goodman, CEO, Rivercorp

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Although opening day is still at least a month away, Berwick by the Sea has attracted so much attention that it’s already more than half full. The up-scale seniors facility is nearing the end of construc-tion and is expected to open its doors to residents the fourth week of October. Wendy Mayers, community relations manager for Berwick by the Sea, said almost 60 per cent of the suites were reserved as of the second week of September. “There are many eager people anticipating moving in,” May-ers said. “Berwick by the Sea has seen a wide range of appeal and we will be welcoming new residents from the Mainland, the Interior, Ontario and also many from right here in beautiful Campbell River.” Berwick by the Sea will offer 132 well-appointed suites in six storeys, with state-of-the-art construction and facilities honour-ing the fishing and forestry influences on the West Coast. The facility will cater to seniors who are living independently as well as those who require additional support, which will be provided through Berwick’s assisted living services. Berwick by the Sea will feature a Tyee Lounge, green house, deck seating on the sixth floor with ocean views, a 34-seat theatre, Zoom Room fitness centre, ocean-view library, casual dining bistro, private dining room for groups, games room with billiards table, a Japanese garden courtyard, fully-landscaped grounds with walking paths and an ocean-side dining room.

Residents will have their choice of either a studio suite, a one bedroom suites or a two bedroom/two bathroom suite. Monthly rental packages include the suite plus basic cable, heat and Hydro, chef prepared lunch and dinner (breakfast can be included), morning and afternoon snack, weekly light house-keeping with linen service, recreation and wellness engage-ment and 24-hour emergency response. Campbell River’s facility will be Berwick’s sixth, joining facili-ties in Kamloops, Comox, Nanaimo, and two in Victoria. Berwick was first established in 1989 with the opening of Berwick House in Victoria. Since then, the company has grown and prides itself on setting the standard for retirement residences. It has a 25-year history of building and managing comfortable and supportive retirement communities in beautiful settings. Berwick by the Sea was developed by Denford Construction and will be operated by Berwick Retirement Communities, also part of the Denford family.

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When Campbell River Hyundai opens its new location in January, it’s not just the bold new colour scheme that will turn heads. “We’re going to have a much bigger selection of new and pre-owned vehicles,” says Scott Kilby, who owns the Hyundai franchise with his wife Allison and partnered with the Thulin family to purchase the land for the new location. “We’re going from a mom-and-pop shop to a state-of-the-art facility with five cars in the showroom and a dedicated parts department that will specialize in import accessories, from vehicle lifts to remote starts.” Brant Peniuk, a 20-year veteran of local car dealerships, joined the Campbell River Hyundai team as sales

manager in September, and Kilby’s head tech – who he describes as an “import assassin” – can expertly service any import model, from Kias to Subarus and Hondas to Volkswagens. What won’t change is the makeup of the dealership’s business- and community-friendly staff. “A lot of our clientele is independent women,” says Kilby, noting that his service manager, business manager and controller are all female. “I’m proud that our staff reflects the demographics of our customers.” Campbell River Hyundai will move from Coulter Road to the corner of Highway 19 and Meredith Road by January. To learn more, visitwww.campbellriverhyundai.com.

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On Friday, July 25th at about noon, the employees of

Broadstreet Properties and Seymour Pacifi c Developments went home for the day and the doors were locked behind them. On Monday, July 28, they started work in their new building at the corner of St. Ann’s Street and Alder Street, and had breakfast and lunch in the dining room on the third

fl oor overlooking the Strait of Georgia and Quadra Island, as they will now do fi ve days a week. “The move went fl awlessly,” said Amanda Raleigh, culture and community manager for the companies. There was no guarantee it would. Considering the facility is the head offi ce for a massive Western Canadian organization

with offi ces in four provinces, shutting down servers here meant their whole operation would be offl ine, and when it went back on, there was no telling if it would operate correctly at all of the satellite offi ces…but it went off without a hitch. Despite Seymour Pacifi c/Broadstreet’s

huge growth since their inception as a small construction company in 1983 (they have now built and operate over 4,000 units in nine cities), they chose to remain headquartered in Campbell River, and their new facility refl ects that connection and dedication to the community. Two of the aspects

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new building that the companies are most happy about are the new food service amenities available to their employees and the community boardroom on the main fl oor, which will be available for community organizations who need space for meetings and gatherings. The community boardroom, just off the main lobby, is outfi tted with the latest technology,

and though the process of

applying for its use has not been ironed out as of yet, community organizations needing meeting space will be able to apply for time in the space, rather than renting a hall or other facility. Raleigh said she hopes that their new facility helps to “complete the puzzle” of the downtown core, adds to the revitalization of the area, and encourages other businesses and building owners to spruce up their facilities, as well, for the betterment of the community.

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“The Royal Coachman is well known in Campbell River,” says manager Theresa Marson when asked to talk about Campbell River’s iconic pub for this feature. “We’ve been here since 1978.” As Campbell River’s first neighbourhood pub, the Royal Coachman has been a favourite meeting place for nearly three decades. Less well known, however, is its central role in Campbell River’s business community. “A lot of business is conducted here,” says Marson, who’s been with the Royal Coachman since 1979 and has served two terms on the board of the Campbell River Chamber of Commerce. “We’ve evolved over the years from a neighbourhood pub to a multi-faceted operation.” Many business and community groups meet at the Coachman on a weekly basis, and the pub’s catering arm regularly provides hot meals for events of any size. In addition to the pub, the Coachman boasts a coffee shop, beer and wine store and three private rooms for meetings and events, accommodating 100, 40 and 20

people respectively. Add to that the most beautiful outdoor dining patio in Campbell River, and it’s no wonder the Royal Coachman Pub is such a popular place to gather.

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May 3 & 4 CR Antique Car ClubMay 8 CR Indian Band BBQMay 10 Rotary Book Sale BBQMay 25 Kinsmen BBQMay 30 Ecole Mer-et-Montagne BBQ Family Fun FairMay 31 CR Community Foundation Golf TourneyJune 6 CR Band Office BBQJune 7 Knights of Columbus BBQ installation of the executiveJune 13 Truck Loggers Annual Golf TourneyJune 21 Aborginal Day Spirit Square BBQJune 23 CRIB Year End Celebration for First Nations ChildrenJune 30 & July 1 Canada Day Celebration BBQJuly 4 Credit Union Hot Dog Sale for Women’s CentreJuly 5 Knights of Columbus Cops for Cancer with Marine HarvestJuly 12 Eagles and Wings BBQJuly 19 Salvation Army Family Day Golf TournamentAugust 23 Cameron’s Cause Golf Tournament BBQSeptember 6 Campbell River Hospital Foundation Golf Tournament

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trusted and reputable brand names in the industry. Our customers always benefit from an outstanding choice of products, as well as the lowest prices on the market.” Though price, selection and quality are obviously important, at the end of the day it’s all about service. “Our goal has always been to build relationships through personal service, integrity and value,” says Moon. “We’re local people using our knowledge and experience to help you choose the right products for your project.” Moon, along with the rest of the United Floors sales team, is proud to welcome Marcus Young and Martin Carter to the family. Come say “hi” at 1364 16th Avenue.

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British Columbia’s salmon farming industry was front and centre in millions of American homes in May when Dr. Sanjay Gupta did a feature piece on the industry.

He spent much of his time in the Campbell River area and talked with local industry insiders.

It was an important summer for the B.C. aquaculture industry, a powerful eco-nomic driver in the Campbell River area.

After stating that better rules would mean more opportunity for B.C.’s salmon farmers, the federal government promised to deliver a framework for aquaculture regulations. Minister Gail Shea of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans announced new national Aquaculture Activities Regula-tions in June that she says will modernize and streamline the regulatory environment for aquaculture in Canada. “As I had announced on June 26, the Government of Canada is taking extra steps to increase sustainable aquaculture production in Canada while protecting the environment by proposing these new Aquaculture Activities Regulations,” Shea said. This was good news to the Campbell River-based B.C. Salmon Farmers Associa-tion. “Salmon farmers in British Colum-bia have been asking for a modernized regulation of our farming practices for a number of years and are happy to see the minister’s announcement today,” said Jeremy Dunn, Executive Director of the BC Salmon Farmers Association. “We expect the new regulation will formalize our cur-rent farming methods, encourage positive environmental practices, reduce red tape, and bring all government departments and agencies onto the same page. We look for-ward to the next steps ahead in formalizing the new regulation.” Despite Canada benefi ting from the longest coastline in the world, it continues to lag behind other countries in aquacul-ture production. Red tape and regulatory burden are among the main causes for this situation. This sector is currently being regulated by 10 different federal acts. The proposed changes aim at clearly spelling out conditions under all federal acts. Authorized aquaculture operators would therefore be able to operate with additional certainty about compliance with federal pollution prevention provisions. Im-portantly, the proposed regulations would also impose greater public reporting on the environmental performance of the sector.

A modernized regulatory environment will allow Canada to take advantage of the global demand for fi sh and seafood prod-ucts that continues to rise. It will improve coherence, simplicity and accountability while maintaining strong environmental standards. “While BC’s salmon farming commu-nity currently contributes $800 million to the provincial economy, it could grow to $1.4 billion by 2020, resulting in 8,000 total jobs. By 2035, it could reach $3.5 billion and 20,000 jobs. All the sector needs is legislation that better speaks to the work of the province’s ocean farmers,” Dunn said during senate committee hearings in Nanaimo in March. The Standing Senate Committee on Fisheries and Oceans visited Tofi no, Camp-bell River, Baynes Sound and Nanaimo as part of a fact-fi nding mission in March. The committee was undertaking a study on the regulation of aquaculture in Canada, and the opportunities and challenges for the sector. There are currently 120 licensed salmon farms in B.C., with about 60 per cent active at any one time, producing an annual har-vest of 70,000 metric tons. Salmon raised in B.C. waters is the province’s largest agricultural export and accounts for $800 million towards the British Columbia econ-omy. Salmon aquaculture is a diversifi ed industry, which results in 6,000 jobs (direct, indirect and induced) in coastal communi-ties, over 20 per cent of which are held by First Nations peoples. The Aquaculture Activities Regulations, announced by Shea, were pre-published in the Canada Gazette, Part I in August and began a 60-day public consultation. Canadians can provide comments until Oct. 22, on the proposed regulations to clarify conditions for aquaculture-related husbandry activities carried out under the Fisheries Act. DFO offi cials are expected to conduct technical briefi ngs with stakeholders of the fi sheries and aquaculture industry, First Nations and environmental non-gov-ernmental organizations to explain how these Regulations will work and what would be required to comply.

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It’s not just evening and weekend appointments that make Dr. Kevin Lathangue & Associates one of the most innovative dental practices on the North Island. Generating most of the buzz are the clinic’s same-day crowns and bridges. Using computer-assisted design and manufacturing techniques, Dr. Lathangue’s team can create and install perfect-fit crowns or bridges in as little as two hours – a process that normally requires at least two visits. “We’re the only office on the North Island offering same-day bridges,” says Dr. Lathangue, who’s been practicing locally for more than 10 years. “We’re also the only clinic in Campbell River with an in-house crown specialist – Mark O’Neill, who’s been doing this exclusively for 14 years and has tremendous skill.” While also offering standard dental procedures and a comprehensive hygiene program, Dr. Lathangue & Associates also offers I.V. sedation – a godsend for anyone with anxiety over dental visits. Equally unique

is its in-house denturist. “We don’t set out to be innovative,” says Dr. Lathangue. “But if we can make dental care more convenient, comfortable or accessible, then we’re going to do it.” Dr. Lathangue & Associates is currently accepting new patients. To book an appointment, or for a free consult for I.V. sedation, Invisalign braces, Botox or same-day crowns or bridges, call 250-287-7343.

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Everyone wants to know that the businesses they support are giving back to the community and making Campbell River a better place. But while many companies like to promote the idea that they’re involved in the community, Kermit and Betty Dahl, owners of Associated Tire, prefer to simply go out and do it. “That’s the difference between us and a big box store,” says Kermit, a proud Rotarian whose family has a decades-long history in the tire business. “They say it because it’s what their customers want to hear. But I’m at almost every event that happens in Campbell River.” Virtually every weekend throughout the summer, Kermit fires up his barbecue as a fundraiser at various community events. He never accepts any money for himself – not even to cover his food costs – although he does appreciate the frequent salmon donations from Ian Roberts of Marine Harvest. He keeps track of these events in a small organizer whose pages are riddled with blue tags, each representing another event he’s attended. When he leafs through and discovers a fall event that hasn’t been

marked, Kermit pauses, and then muses: “I must have run out of little blue tags.” One thing it seems he’ll never run out of, though, is heart. Associated Tire is located at 1710 Island Highway in Campbellton, or online at www.associatedtireauto.com.

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One of the oldest buildings on Canada’s West Coast, Heriot Bay Inn has been welcoming visitors to Quadra Island since 1895. Perched on the shore of Heriot Bay, the inn is both a symbol of local pride and a beacon of Island hospitality. Perhaps not surprisingly, it’s also become increasingly popular as a venue for weddings, family reunions and other special events. “You don’t have to have travelled the world to know when you arrive here that this place is special,” says Lois Taylor, Heriot Bay Inn’s general manager and one of 21 “Community Custodians” who purchased the Inn six years ago. “Whether you’re here for your wedding day, a corporate function or just an escape from the everyday, everyone here wants to make your visit special.” With a variety of banquet rooms and accommodations ranging from rooms at the inn to cabins to camping and moorage, Heriot Bay Inn can host anything from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations. Guests can even rent out the entire Inn’s accommodation for an event, turning the property into an exclusive fun party for family and friends. “Anytime from November to April, excluding December, you can rent all 10 rooms at the Inn, our three ocean-view cabins and the two-bedroom suite for just $1,000,” says Taylor. “Or, if you have a smaller party, you can rent all 10 rooms for just $500 a night.” Taylor says her staff is happy to set up a private group buffet, but mentions that booking the entire inn doesn’t include exclusive access to Herons Dining Room or the HBI Pub. “The beautiful setting and close-knit, community feel really have to be experienced to be appreciated,” says Taylor. “Here, a lot of couples get married under the maple tree next to the ocean and enjoy their reception on Herons deck overlooking Heriot Bay, whereas in a big hotel you might be in meeting room 3C.” Food options at the Inn are excellent, both the fi ne dining and housemade

desserts in Herons and delicious pub fare in the HBI Pub. Further afi eld, Quadra Island has much to offer visitors, including beaches, walking trails, kayaking and artist studios. There’s also the local golf course, farmers’ market, SouthEnd Farm Winery, Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre and whale watching tours. Whether catering to groups, couples or individuals, the goal of everything they do at the inn, says Taylor, is to remain “locally authentic.” She beautifully sums up that authenticity,

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BC Hydro is well on its way to completing

their John Hart Generating Station Replacement Project. After the blasting and road widening (which is already underway), to road widening, rock removal and tunnelling (which is to begin shortly), and after approximately five years of total effort, the Mid/North Island will have an en-tirely new power generation facility to meet their energy demands. The $1-billion project involves a new seismically sound generating station and a single underground tunnel to carry water to that loca-tion from the reservoir. Two of the three surge towers above the generating station will be removed, with one remaining for navigation and communication equipment. It will see a new water intake at the reservoir and new water bypass facility implemented. Basically, it’s a whole new system of gener-ating power for a huge region of Vancouver Island.

Preliminary estimates had approximately 400 jobs per year on offer to tradespeople in the local community, peak-ing at nearly 500 in year two of the project, bringing huge economic benefit to the region. “The eco-nomic impact is going to be felt both directly and indirectly,” said Col-leen Evans,

President of the Campbell River and District Chamber of Commerce when the project got underway a year ago. Not only are many locals being employed, but those

who come from out of town will need accommodation (there were rumours early on in the project that there would be a work camp set up, but those were unfound-

ed) and the workers’ housing and disposable income expenditures, from restau-rant meals and grocery purchases to arts and en-

tertainment activities within the community is a boon to the region as a whole. Then there’s the aspect of the project contractors purchasing supplies, materi-als and equipment from local suppliers, much of which will come from Campbell River suppliers and businesses. Updates on the project and tenders for contracts have been linked to the community by the Chamber of Commerce via a “Major Projects Portal” (www.majorprojects.ca), which showcases local busi-nesses for prime contractors on the project seeking local services, products and ac-cess to the local workforce in an attempt to promote and strengthen the economic impact within the community. The old generating facility, which has been supplying the power for much of the region since it was originally

turned on by Premier John Hart on Dec. 15, 1947, has served the area well, but it’s well past time for an up-date…and we’re well on our way to having it.

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BC Hydro’s new Operations Facility will soon be completed. Located on the Quinsam Reserve just off the Willis Road and the Inland Highway, this location will make easy access

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InPower BC’s rendering of the new John Hart generating station with a water bypass facility, about 70 to 100 metresbelow the ground surface. (Source: www.bchydro.com)

Campbell River’s first Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression-Traction (DTS) and Laser Therapy Clinic is now open. If you are suffering from low back or neck pain, such as sciatica, herniated, protruded disc, or degenerative disc, associated with neurological symptoms, you may benefit from DTS and Laser therapy. “Spinal Decompression relieves pressure on the spinal nerves through the use of a mechanical traction device applied through a highly sensitive computer,” explains Dr. Guthy. “It’s completely painless and, as the name suggests, non-invasive.”. With spinal decompression’s precise, computer-

controlled tension, the appropriate disc levels are gently and painlessly distracted to achieve a negative pressure within the disc. The negative pressure created in the nucleus pulposus allows

compressed discs to be re-oxygenated, rehydrated and re-nutrified as they draw in moisture and nutrients from surrounding body tissues as well as promote retraction of bulging or herniated discs. While results obviously vary, Dr. Guthy notes that many Spinal Decompression patients including post-surgical patients and those with long-term chronic

pain, are soon able to resume normal

activities. For patients with sports or

repetitive strain injuries, tendonitis, bursitis, arthritis and the like, Dr. Guthy often employs another new, non-invasive treatment: low-

intensity laser therapy. “Essentially, the laser initiates a cascade of physiological reactions within the affected area,”

she explains. “The result is restoration of cell structure and function; it’s highly effective and has no known side effects.” In addition to a Ph.D and a Doctor of

Chiropractic, Dr. Guthy is a Certified Functional Work Capacity Evaluator Advanced with a Residency in Industrial Rehabilitation. She is a American Board Certified

Senior Disability Analyst and Diplomate and has been in private practice for 31 years. Dr. Guthy also offers Chiropractic services, prescribes and supplies Custom Casted Foot Orthotics, and employs the use of a state-of-the-art technology the Exer-Rest Whole Body Periodic Acceleration Platform, which has proven beneficial in treating symptoms associated with fibromyalgia, stroke and neuromuscular diseases such as Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Guthy’s health care team also includes a Registered Massage Therapist in her clinic. Dr. Guthy is always accepting new Chiropractic patients, and Decompression patients. She is located at 103-250 Dogwood Street. For an appointment, call250-287-3113 or visitwww.DrGuthy.com.

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STRATHCONA GARDENS

Sometimes progress is as simple as evolving with the changing needs of the community. That’s exactly what the Strathcona Regional District’s Recreation department has been doing, changing its programs to better refl ect what the people of Campbell River are looking for in terms of children’s recreation. “Twenty years ago, you’d put on a drop-in swim or skate and everybody would come, but it’s not that way anymore,” says Susan Bullock, manager of programs for the Strathcona Regional District (SRD). “People have limited resources and want to do more with less. If they pay for something, they want their kids to be in a program and learn a skill.” Even the types of programs people are requesting has changed, she says, noting that regular swim lessons have declined in favour of specialized programs such as Junior Lifeguard Club, Diving Club and the new, “hugely popular” Ultra Swim programs. On the ice, youth hockey programs are increasingly popular, as are parent-and-tot programs including skating, hockey and swimming. The SRD’s revenue from registered programs has doubled over the past decade, says Bullock, while drop-ins have decreased dramatically. It’s not that drop-ins aren’t happening, however – it’s just that they, too, have changed. “Rather than coming in for a swim or skating every Saturday,” says Bullock, “people are holding out for a special event, like our Lazer Tag on Ice or Slopstacle.”

What, exactly, is Slopstacle? Naturally, it’s a drop-in event where kids get to navigate a slippery, sloppy obstacle course, sit on balloons covered in whipped cream, compete for the fastest time down the slide and more. What’s not to love? Combined with the SRD’s new Wiggle Bridge, which is brought out on a rotating schedule about one day each week (as well as for special events like Katy Perry night or arena & pool sleepovers), drop-in swimming just got a whole lot more exciting! “It’s all about adapting and evolving with the community,” says Bullock. “Today’s kids are so scheduled with activities that we had to rethink how we organize our lessons. We’ve added fl exibility while focusing on the types of recreation families are looking for. Have a look in our recreation guide and chances are you’ll fi nd something that works for you.” The SRD Recreation Guide can be found online at www.strathconard.ca. For more information, visit that website or call 250-287-9234.

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Airport. The project involves improved airfi eld lighting and electrical systems to increase visibility during poor conditions and provide safe runways and taxiways for travellers. The Airport Airfi eld Electrical Rehabilitation project will ensure the airfi eld lighting system meets current regulatory requirements while expanding the operating limits during times of low visibility. The project, expected to be complete in March 2015, comes with a $1.59 million price tag but $1.49 million is being funding through a federal government grant. Mayor Walter Jakeway said the city had been working with the Canadian government to secure the funding for a long time. “The city of Campbell River has been working with Transport Canada to secure a funding grant to upgrade the airport’s lighting system for reduced visibility departures,” Jakeway said in an April 2013 news release, after the grant was announced. “These welcome improvements will increase safety and the number of aircraft takeoffs from the YBL runway in foggy weather or other low-visibility situations, which strengthens the role of our Campbell River Airport in our local and

regional economy.” The project was awarded to Raylec Power LP., based out of Cumberland, at the end of July 2014 by city council. Jason Hartley, the city’s capital works manager, wrote in a June report to council that the project involves several components. “Installation of a lighting system enabling aircraft to take off in low visibility conditions require wig wag bar lights, regulator upgrades, dual circuiting of cabling to runway lights and a new interface unit in the Flight Service Station to operate the entire system,” Hartley said. “Without this capital investment, our existing and any new scheduled airlines would be unable to take off until YBL visibility conditions are met, potentially affecting existing fl ight volumes and future revenue generation opportunities.” Improvements will focus on upgrading the taxiway lighting, runway edge lighting circuits and re-spacing those lights. Aging airfi eld lighting components will also be replaced with new airfi eld electrical regulators and lighting control system, as well as new runway guard lights will be installed. Construction will have a minimal impact on traffi c and is not expected to impact regularly scheduled fl ights in and out of the Campbell River Airport.

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The offi cial ground-breaking has taken place on Campbell

River’s new hospital, which is projected to open in 2017 and be the keystone of the region’s healthcare network. On Aug. 7, 2014, B.C. Minister of Health Terry Lake, along with Comox Valley MLA Don McRae, Chair of the Comox Strath-cona Regional Hospital board of directors Claire Moglove, chair of the board of directors of the Vancou-ver Island Health Authority (VIHA, now known as Island Health) Don Hubbard, and Dr. Jeff Beselt, a local Campbell River physician, broke ground on the project at a well-at-tended press conference, thanking the community and various partners involved in making the hospital a reality. “Today’s groundbreak-ing events are the culmi-nation of many years of planning and effort both by Island Health and the Co-mox Strathcona Regional Hospital board,” Moglove said. “It is another huge step forward in our goal of enhancing health care for individuals and families in our region.” According to the government of B.C., the hospital’s construction will create approximately 1,900 direct jobs and 1,400 indirect jobs. It has already employed a huge number of truck drivers and ma-chine operators, according to Dan Mclennan of Island Health communications, as

the excavation of the site is almost complete as of the end of August and over 8,000 truckloads of material needed to be removed from the site before the foun-dation could be poured, which will happen in late September. The Campbell River facility is one of two new hospitals being built on the mid and

north-Is-land, the other being in Courtenay, by a public-pri-vate partnership between Island Health and a group called The Tandem Health Partners, which consists of nine companies who will design, build, fi nance and maintain the new buildings. The facilities will be outfi tted with the latest technology in both design and equipment, not only to best serve the medical needs of the com-munity, but also in hopes of recruiting top-tier medical professionals to the area. Both hospitals, accord-ing to the project reports, will see the majority of their patient rooms be sin-gle-patient, private-bath-room spaces, which will reduce hospital-acquired infection rates, enhance patient privacy, improve sleep quality and shorten

recovery times. “These hospitals will pursue excellence and innovation to deliver safe, quality health care and im-proved health outcomes to patients and their families,” said Don Hubbard, chair of Island Health. “Using evidence-based design, the facilities will provide

patient-focused care for all North Island region residents.” Mclennan expanded on that thought, outlining the research that has happened throughout the planning phase.“They went around and found out who is currently doing things the best, and integrated those things into the facilities,” he said. He used examples like Nanai-mo being nationally recog-nized as having a world-class maternity ward, now

called LDRP rooms, and how the planners took recommendations from the medical staff there about what they would do to improve them if they were to design new ones. “The whole facility is based on proven design work from all over the world,” according to

chief project offi cer Tom Sparrow. “We’ve brought in people not only from Canada, but across the U.S. and from England, and wherever the best facilities are, and they bring the lessons they’ve learned with them to help us come up with the best possible designs and facilities that incorporate all the best as-pects of the best facilities in the world.” The overarching idea of the facility, according to Mclennan, is that while

patients have gotten used

to having to move around the hospital to get different treatments and diagnostics testing, etc., it is far more effi cient and creates a better experience, leading to better outcomes, when the patient stays in one place, and the medical staff comes to them when required. The long and short of it, said Mclennan, is that, “If I don’t like a hospital, I’m not likely to show up there until I really need to, at which point my condition will be really advanced and my chances for a positive outcome are worse. We’re avoiding that situation by building a welcoming, cul-turally inclusive and sensi-tive facility that people will want to go to when they need it, and be comfortable in while they’re there.”

One of the keys to the project’s development, according to Sparrow, is the training and education aspect of the clinicians and others who will use the new facility. He said that 11 “room mock-ups” are being constructed in a warehouse in Courtenay where the designs and functionality of every as-pect of each type of room will be developed and fi nalized, with input from

the approximately 150 clinicians involved

in the consulta-tion process of the design phase. These rooms will

then be used for training and

education of those who will use the facil-

ities to prepare them for work in the new hospital.“These are legacy fa-cilities,” Sparrow said, “and they will be in the communities for probably 100 years, and as such we want to celebrate and share this whole process with those communities, and maximize the input from everyone.”To that end, the public is being invited to a series of information sessions within the community where Sparrow and others will address concerns and answer questions about the project. The dates and locations of these meet-ings can be found at www.nihp/viha.ca, where you can also fi nd links to the live webcam overlooking the construction and all relevant information about the history and current state of the construction process.

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A little over 10 years ago, the funeral company for which Sandy Poelvoorde worked was purchased by a massive American corporation. And everything changed. “Overnight, we went from service providers to salesmen,” Poelvoorde recalls. “It all became about upselling. The last straw was when a particularly zealous sales rep asked us to refer to the scattering of remains as ‘throwing away Mom and Dad.’ Concerns were brought forward, ultimatums were exchanged and long story short I was ‘invited to leave.’” “I got mad,” she continues. “So I went home, had a bottle of wine and started a company.” Now the owner of Boyd’s Funeral Services, Poelvoorde is free to treat her clients the way she feels they deserve to be treated, focusing on what she calls “open concept local funeral sourcing.” The local part involves pursuing local purchasing and keeping her business as close to home as possible. The open concept part, she says, is all about flexibility. “We allow families to do as much or as little as they want. If a family still wants the $6,000 cremation casket

instead of the $295 one, at least we’ve educated them that it’s still just going to burn.” The bottom line, she says, is simple: “We give families more of what they used to get – great service.”

BOYD’S FUNERAL SERVICES WHITE HAT CLEANERS

When writing about White Hat Cleaners, it’s hard to resist the metaphor of the phoenix rising from its ashes. Campbell River’s only drycleaner was destroyed in a fire on June 22, 2013. Within six months, it had re-opened – better, stronger and more environmentally friendly than ever. Owners Brenda and Rob Harris used the fire as a catalyst to become one of only three organic cleaners in BC, using cleansers that are biodegradable, non-hazardous and completely non-toxic, thereby providing an innovative and highly efficient cleaning procedure that does not pose a risk to air, water, soil or people.When asked why he didn’t invest more in equipment that would have sped up the commercial laundry side of his business, Rob replied quite frankly, “I’d rather invest $150,000 in jobs here in Campbell River than

in a machine. Keeping jobs in Campbell River is a priority to us.” Brenda and Rob are just as committed to supporting their community. They initiated the “Salvation Army’s Coats for Kid program” in 1996, cleaning and dispensing over 20,000 coats to date for local residents in need. Rob was named Rotarian of the Year for 2014 (in addition to serving as president of both Crimestoppers and Kinsmen). Brenda is the coordinator for the Campbell River Kidney Walk 2014, being held on Sunday, September 28th and is focused on bringing awareness to kidney disease and organ donation in Campbell River. “The sense of community in Campbell River is amazing,” says Brenda. “We were very humbled by how well we were supported last summer, and we’re committed to paying it forward.”

Sandy Poelvoorde and funeral director Danny Munroe,of Boyd’s Funeral Services, provide great service while

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A thriving economy depends on a vibrant business community. And today’s businesses can’t function without technology. Helping businesses navigate the vast waters of technological innovation is the role GCS Tech has played in Campbell River for the past 11 years. “We’re part of that economic engine,” says Janet Smith, who owns GCS Tech with her partner Geoff. “Our job is to keep businesses conducting business. Down time due to a failing computer is a waste of

resources and in this economy, we understand that every work hour matters. Though the technicians at GCS Tech like to keep on top of the newest tech toys, Janet says being an early adopter isn’t for everyone – especially businesses. “We stay ahead of the curve to make sure that businesses stay in the reliable middle,” she explains. “If you’re the first to adopt a new technology, you can spent too much money and too much time learning how it works.

In business, you want to stay tried and true, but you also want to know what’s coming up as far as efficiencies and new things. And that’s really our focus.” One example of the type of guidance her staff can provide pertains to the increasing interest in “The Cloud,” which refers to data, and even entire applications, that are stored on a remote server and accessed over the Internet. Though many rush to embrace Cloud-based technology, Janet warns that it can come with

serious drawbacks that need to be considered by Canadian businesses. These may include excessive costs, data security, or lost access to files and applications in the event of a power outage or dropped connection. There may even be potential legal issues for some companies. GCS Tech’s expert advice, along with its commitment to award-winning customer service, has contributed to its reputation as the North Island’s computer network specialists. The

homegrown company employs seven full-time employees, and regularly supports many local community groups. Above all, GCS Tech is committed to helping local businesses get the most out their technology dollar. “We make sure your computers last as long as they possibly can, and that you have the right stuff – not too much, not too little,” says Janet. “We look at the whole picture.”GCS Tech is located at 859A 12th Avenue, or online at www.gcstech.ca.

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Comfort Inn& Suites

Campbell River’s newest hotel is well underway and should be open in the New Year.

Jonathan Shead, one of three business partners involved in the future Comfort Inn next to Banner’s Restaurant, said the hotel will open in the beginning of January 2015. “Construction is going well and the roof will be on in about two weeks,” Shead said Sept. 5. “The Comfort Inn and Suites looks forward to serving all the needs of the Campbell River travellers, from business, construction, and family-related travellers.” Standing in one of the rooms, Shead said it’s evident the hotel will have one of the best views around. Shead, along with business partners Colyn Clay and Ken Clay, plan to starting building their customer service team in October. The Comfort Inn model was developed by the trio more than a year ago when they realized Campbell River’s recent construction boom presented an opportune time to invest in new development. Shead, Colyn Clay and Ken Clay formed Letoh Holdings to buy into Choice Hotel Group in order to bring a Comfort Inn and Suites to Campbell River. Letoh, which is ‘hotel’ spelled backwards, is investing in a brand-new hotel at the entrance to Shoppers Row. Shead said they chose the company because of its reputation and its loyal guests.

“Why we chose to go with Comfort Inn and Suites is that Choice Hotels is a global brand that is very strong all over Canada,” said Shead, who noted the company just secured its millionth customer for its rewards program. Travellers who are part of the program and come to Campbell River will be inclined to seek out a Comfort Inn, he said. Shead said the new hotel will have 55 rooms with a mix of suites, singles and doubles and will have an indoor pool, a fitness centre, a business area with computers and printers for guests to access the Internet during their stay, as well as two meeting rooms. The four-storey building will be built to a West Coast theme with lots of open wood. Construction is planned to begin within the week on the hotel, which will be located behind the former Super Valu building in Tyee Plaza. “We found the perfect location in Campbell River,” Shead said. “It’s centrally located, it’s near the bus hub, restaurants, and it has oceanfront views. “Because of all the good things happening here in town, it just came together,” he added.

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POOL EVENTS FREE FAMILY SWIM (All Ages)Sponsored by Success by 6Date: Sunday, Oct. 5Times: 12:30-4:00 PM Cost: FREE SPLOSH (All Ages)Family Water Safety DayTotal wet family fun. Crazy relays, face painting, body tattoos, Sea Doo’s, boogie boards, belly flop competitions and more. This evening will also include educational activities such as drowning prevention, PFD/lifejacket awareness and basic water safety activities for you and your kids. Dates: Friday, Oct.17Times: 6:30-8:00 PMCost: Toonie Swim PRO-D DAY TOONIE SWIMS (All Ages)Oct. 24 from 1:00-3:00 PM POOL PARTY MAYHAM! – TEEN SWIM (gr. 6 & up)Admission includes snacks, challenges, pool gamesand prizes. Dates: Friday, Oct. 24 Times: 7:00-9:00 PM Cost: $6.00

SLOPSTACLE FUN (All Ages)Check out the slippery, sloppy obstacle course we have planned for you! Time trials – go for your personal best. Prizes for best wipe out! Come prepared to get covered in pudding, jello, eggs and other goo. Date: 4th Saturday of the month - Oct. 25Times: 2:00-4:00 PMCost: Regular Admission HALLOWEEN FUN SWIM (All Ages)Dive in for a night of frightful family fun with games, prizes and the floating skeleton game! Costumes are optional but remember your bathing suit. Includes admission to our Famous Haunted House! Too fun to miss!Date: Wednesday, Oct. 29Times: 6:30-8:00 PMCost: Toonie Swim ICE EVENTS SKATE STORM (All Ages)Come meet all of the Campbell River Storm Junior B Hockey Players. They will be on site all afternoon at the public skate. They will be skating and playing pond hockey with the kids. Sure to be a hit with all of the hockey nuts in your family. Everyone welcome!

Dates: Sunday, Oct. 4Times: 3:00-5:30 PMCost: Regular Admission FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES (All Ages)Family Pizza and Movie NightEnjoy a relaxing skate on the leisure ice watching a family movie on the 2nd Friday of the month. Movie schedule will be posted at least 2 weeks in advance – all movies will be rated G or PG. Admission fee includes 2 slices of Little Caesars Pizza and a juice box. Movie starts at 6:00 PM. Date: Friday, Oct. 10Times: 5:15-8:00 PMCost: $4 per person or $10 per family EXTREME SPORTS CHALLENGE (All Ages)Plan for a fun afternoon of crazy sports challenges. Give bobsledding, speed skating, ice soccer, ice golf, ice darts and ice skiing a try. Bring your helmet! There will be a bunch of goofy prizes for the brave winners to choose from.Dates: Sunday, Oct. 12Times: 3:00-5:30 PM Cost: Regular Admission ZOMBIE ESCAPE – presented by McDonaldsCan you survive the apocalypse? This zombie infested

obstacle course will challenge your fitness, wit and ability to avoid hungry zombies. Finish the race with at least one of your flags attached to survive. Check for updates and see about volunteering to be a zombie at www.facebook.com/CampbellRiverZombieEscape. Date: Sunday, Oct. 19 at Willowpoint ParkTimes: 1:00-4:00 PMCost: $10.00 Individual $25.00 Family $50.00 team of up to 10Register for this program at the Plex or CRCC! PRO-D DAY TOONIE SKATES (All Ages)Dates: Friday, Oct. 24 Times: 3:00-5:00 PM VAMPIRE & WEREWOLF THEMED PARTY (6-12)Dance & Skating PartySkate, dance, karaoke and lip sync to your favorite Vampire and Werewolf tracks including songs from Teen Wolf, Vampire Diaries & the Twilight Saga. There will also be a fun TV/movie trivia game based on these series. Skate rentals and pizza included in the price. Dates: Saturday, Oct. 25Times: 6:00-9:00 PMCost: $10.00

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Swinging over Elk Falls Canyon

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Amuch-anticipated suspension bridge crossing the Elk Falls

canyon could open within the next couple of months.The bridge has been under construction for the past few months and environmental, archaeological and geo-technical studies are complete. At 64 metres long and more than 60 metres above the canyon � oor, it will be the highest pedestrian suspension bridge in Canada when it ‘s � nished. The project, which is an initiative of the Campbell River Rotary Club, will also include construction of three new viewing platforms. Lorrie Bewza, president of the Rotary Club of Campbell River, said one of the platforms will give users a face-to-face view of Elk Falls. “An elevated walkway and stairs will connect from the start of the suspension bridge to an elevated and cantilevered viewing platform that will give visitors a direct view of Elk Falls from the top all the way down to the canyon � oor,” Bewza said. “This view will be spectacular.” The suspension bridge, and the platforms, are expected to be complete this fall. Access to the bridge will be via the Millennium Trail which connects Elk Falls to the Canyon View Trail near the John Hart generating station. Rotary has committed to upgrade the portion of the Millennium Trail that connects to BC Hydro’s new Elk Falls parking lot. “The trail will have curbs,

fencing and a compacted trail that will allow those with mobility challenges to use the trail from the new parking lot all the way to the new barrier free viewing area,” Bewza said. “The new viewing platform will have a view of Elk Falls and the river above.” Funding for the project has been made possible through grants and other contributions. Campbell River Rotary has raised $75,000 and has committed to provide a further $49,500 towards the project. The federal government has agreed to a $86,650 grant while Island Coastal Economic Trust, funded by the B.C. government is providing a grant worth $325,000. BC Hydro has contributed $150,000 as well as support and approval. “We have had exceptional support and assistance from BC Hydro throughout the last � ve years we have been working on the Elk Falls suspension bridge project,” Bewza said. “BC Hydro has also been working in the area, on the John Hart generating station replacement project. They have been very generous in providing us with copies of topographical and geo-technical reports that saved us time and money. “Another signi� cant contribution by BC Hydro is the construction of the new parking lot, walking bridge over the penstocks, and connecting trail. This was constructed in co-operation with BC Parks and allowed the suspension bridge project to proceed,” Bewza added.