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Weir's duck first across line

Trevor Weir was the big winner Friday in one of the most popular and enduring parts of the annual Canada Day celebration in Courtenay.

 

Weir's duck was the first across the finish line on the Courtenay River in the 24th annual Ducky 500. Weir earned a seven-day eastern Caribbean cruise for two or $5,000 cash.

Other winners among the more than 5,600 people who bought $10 tickets were:

2. Eric Holmberg: three-day Disneyland trip for four or $2,500 cash;

3. Adam Whyte: four-day Las Vegas trip for two or $1,000 cash;
4. Jason Knodel: barbecue valued at $700;
5. Tara Hansun: four tires valued at $600;
6. Jo Hellenes: deluxe smoker valued at $500;

7. Elizabeth Friel: wine cooler valued at $400;

8. Lori/Al Ketch: eight-foot pontoon boat valued at $350;

9. Joan Jackson: eight-piece camping combo, including tent, valued at $250;

10. Tavis Ball: 67-piece tool set valued at $150.

The Rotary Club of Comox, which runs the event, thanks the community for continued support. All funds raised go directly back into the Comox Valley, the club says.