The Cowichan Valley Arts Council in conjunction with an anonymous arts supporter recently awarded three local artists for their work in a show called "Why I Love Canada". The first place prize of $500 was awarded to Beverlee McLeod for her piece titled: "Why I Love Canada". Second place of $250 went to Susan Jean Whyte for her piece titled: "Hope". And third prize of $250 went to Ellie Hallman for her piece titled: "From Coast to Coast and In Between".
All entrants work will be on display until July 15th, 2011 at PORTALS - The CVAC Centre of Arts, Culture and Heritage located at 2687 James Street in Duncan, B.C. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday 10-5 and Saturdays 10-1.
First Place Winner of $500 - Beverlee McLeod for "Why I Love Canada"
Second Place Winner of $250 - Susan Jean Whyte for "Hope"
Third Place Winner of $250 - Ellie Hallman for "Coast to Coast and In Between"