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This girl is taking advantage of a chair the Comox Valley Art Gallery donated for people to colour.

Jul. 24, 2013 12:00 p.m.
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This girl is taking advantage of a chair the Comox Valley Art Gallery donated for people to colour. The unusual opportunity was part of Market Day/Local Colours last Saturday in downtown Courtenay.

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Tools of the trade at the 2019 Vancouver Island MusicFest. Photo by Terry Farrell

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Comox looking at the future of transportation in the town

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People line up to get their COVID-19 vaccine at a vaccination centre, Thursday, June 10, 2021 in Montreal. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz

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The Co-op gas station at Whiskey Creek is burning after a camper van exploded while refueling just before 4 p.m. on Thursday, June 17, 2021. (FACEBOOK PHOTO)

Exploding camper van torches Highway 4 gas station between Qualicum Beach and Port Alberni

Highway traffic blocked after Whiskey Creek gas station erupts into flames

Greater father involvement in the home leads to improved childhood development and increased marital satisfaction, says expert. (Black Press Media file photo)

Vancouver Island researcher finds lack of father involvement a drag on gender equality

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A Heffley Creek peacock caught not one - but two - lifts on a logging truck this month. (Photo submitted)

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The Calgary skyline is seen on Friday, Sept. 15, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

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The first suspension bridge is the tallest in Canada, with a second suspension bridge just below it. The two are connected by a trail that’s just over 1 km. (Claire Palmer photo)

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