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Parksville-Qualicum MLA Ron Cantelon has suffered a heart attack. Cantelon was taken by Liberal staff from the legislature to hospital Thursday after he complained about not feeling well. The news was released Friday by Government Caucus chair Gordon Hogg. In a brief statement, Hogg said Cantelon suffered a heart attack in Victoria earlier in the week and was taken to hospital for treatment.
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City officially opens renovated fire hall Parksville deputy fire Chief Marc Norris welcomed dignitaries and the public to the fire hall’s open house and official ribbon cutting. Members of the public were invited to check out the new digs and enjoy some cake and refreshments, but not before hearing a bit of the history surrounding the fire department.
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Oh, oh, it’s magic Two Parksville girls take their stage show to the next level and the sister act is well on its way to making a magic career appear out of thin air.
Oceanside United’s Angelina Gastaldella, turning a Bandit inside out during Sunday’s soccer game, is having a stellar season for the local women’s team. Read more on page A40. JAMES CLARKE PHOTO
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By NEIL HORNER NEWS REPORTER Parksville-Qualicum MLA Ron Cantelon has suffered a heart attack. Cantelon was taken by Liberal staff from the legislature to hospital Thursday after he complained about not feeling well. The news was released Friday by Government Caucus chair Gordon Hogg. In a brief statement, Hogg said Cantelon suffered a heart attack in Victoria earlier in the week and was taken to hospital for treatment. Hogg said Cantelon is currently receiving excellent care at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, where he is listed in stable condition. “It’s too early to speculate about when Ron will be able to resume Parksville-Qualicum MLA Ron his full schedule,” Hogg said in the Cantelon was rushed to hospital statement. “During this time, the last week. family is asking for privacy and the B.C. government caucus said our thoughts and prayers and best there was no change in wishes are with Ron Cantelon’s status and and his family,” Hogg This story was he continues to recover said. [online fi rst in Royal Jubilee HosOn Monday, Stephen pital. Harris, the director of news@pqbnews.com www.pqbnews.com communications for
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San Pareil residents being asked to improve water system By BRENDA GOUGH NEWS REPORTER There is a lot of buzz between neighbors who live in San Pareil about the petition asking residents to agree to costly water system improvements. Homeowners in the subdivision have until Friday, Nov. 4 to submit their names to the petition — which will be forwarded
on to the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) — and at this point it is looking as though the petition may fail. So far the RDN hasn’t received enough names of people who would favor a $1.4 million plan that would see modifications to the water system to improve flow and adequate pressure for firefighters. As it currently stands,
the water system infrastructure is old and there is concern that if a serious fire were to occur in the area there wouldn’t be adequate water flow to put it out. There is added worry that without proper fire protection residents could face an increase in their fire insurance premiums. While some residents of the San Pareil subdivi-
sion are concerned they may not have enough water pressure, others don’t think the situation is as bad as some are making it out to be. Residents have been told there is no grant money available at this time to help pay for the upgrades, so they will have to foot the water upgrade bill. The neighborhood appears split on the issue
and some residents have accused the RDN of trying to ram the petition process down their throats. The Shorewood San Pareil Owners and Residents Association (SSPORA) has come out in favor of the upgrades, but not all members are on board and the issue has resulted in some heated exchanges. SEE
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PARKSVILLE — Don’t tell a Legion member that you want to buy a poppy, says Jack MacLean of the Qualicum Beach branch, because they’ll likely tell you the signature red flowers are not for sale. “We are not selling poppies. You don’t pay for a poppy and you don’t buy a poppy.” Rather, he said, Legion members are asking for donations and, if you decide to give them one, they will give you a poppy as a token of their appreciation for having done so. “It’s a donation,” he said. “If you give one, you get a poppy.”
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manager of Community Water for the RDN, said only about 38 per cent of the petitions have been signed and if less than 50 per cent of the parcels liable to be charged for the water upgrades don’t sign on, the project won’t move forward. Donnelly said he has spoken to people who are upset but said they are getting their knickers in a knot over the petition process which he said is being conducted
legitimately by RDN staff. “It is a democratic process. Everyone has the facts and at the end of the day it is up to the community to decide,” he stated and added the upgrade needs to happen — eventually. “If it doesn’t happen today it’ll happen on an incremental basis at a higher costs to the residents over the next 10 years.” Donnelly said the deadline for petitions will not be extended.
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FEATURE Volunteers building Bethlehem Volunteers pitch in to build an ancient holy city for the holidays. Ninteen annual Bethlehem Walk always a popular event By BRENDA GOUGH NEWS REPORTER
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ammers were swinging and saws were buzzing at the Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church Saturday as a work bee was underway to recreate the little town of Bethlehem. Every year members of the church pitch in their free time and efforts for their annual Bethlehem Walk. Pastor Jerrold Paetkau said about 65 people were at the church on Saturday for their first official work party. He said they have been busy getting prepared for the event for about a month now and there is much more to be done before the mock village of Bethlehem is ready to welcome visitors. “We work all year long on little tasks and there will be more work parties in November and December,” he said. Paetkau said the big task of finding a baby Jesus has been accomplished with a young family from Nanaimo taking on the starring roles. Baby Jesus, will be played by newborn Aliyah Quist, cradled in a manger or in the arms of parents Bre and Nick who will play the role of Joseph and Mary. Aliyah was born on September 15 this year and her mom Bre said they are looking forward to participating in the popular Christmas event. For those unfamiliar with the walk, it’s a simple idea that involves a lot of complex execution. Thousands flock every year to experience the sights, sounds and textures of the recreated Bethlehem that includes barn animals, a bustling marketplace, more than 250 people in period costume and, naturally, the famous manger nativity scene. Now in its 19th year, the annual event has become one of the most anticipated holiday rituals in Oceanside. The Bethlehem Walk takes place at the Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church at 550 Pym Street North from Dec. 10-13, 6 to 8:30 p.m. nightly.
Volunteers from the Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church work with Pastor Jerrold Paetkau (inset) to create the temporary structures of an ancient city and the Bethlehem star, one of the focal points of the annual Bethlehem Walk. BRENDA GOUGH PHOTOS
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Environmentalists concerned that loggers are about to start cutting down trees in Cathedral Grove park are once again asking questions. Last week the Arrowsmith Parks and Land-Use Council (APLUC) accused logging company Island Timberlands of flagging some old growth Douglas Fir trees less than a kilometre off Highway 4, on the slope west and north of Cathedral Grove floodplain. Without asking
officials at Island Timberlands about its current plans for the area, the group declared that logging was imminent. Island Timberlands spokesperson Morgan Kennah said the field markings were done by a consulting group for a forest health survey and the flagging tape wasn’t an indication of harvesting. According to the APLUC, the flagging tape has been removed and are once again demanding answers from the forest company through a media release. Kennah said their
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staff did not visit the site over the weekend and she once again questions why no one from the group has contacted them directly. “The APLUC has continued to make no contact to discuss concerns and have been provided our information,” she stated. APLUC member Berni Pearce said in a media release, “On one hand it’s a relief to see the marking gone. “On the other hand what is the logging company really intending to do? Who took down the tape?”
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By NEIL HORNER NEWS REPORTER It’s all very well for the Town of Qualicum Beach to protect drinking water inside municipal limits, but officials are well aware that water supplies don’t necessarily originate there. Because of this, town council recently voted to join the Regional District of Nanaimo’s drinking water and watershed protection service. “A watershed management area has been identified over the last three years and Qualicum Beach and Parksville are not part of it but we need the information in order to make good decisions in the future,” said Mayor Teunis Westbroek in promoting the move. Commenting on the issue, Coun. Barry Avis said the town’s environment committee was solidly on board the move. SEE
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No one had any answers. The people with the answers — city engineering an water staff — were on hand at the meeting. Burger said they spent some of the meeting time answering people’s questions as best they could — including why the city is looking to spend $50-plus over 40 years on water intake and treatment. He said the Englishman River, part of the AWS, provides the city with half of its
drinking water right now. “We’re on a critical path,” Burger said later. “We need to supply a lot of specific detail to other levels of government in order to determine what level of (water) treatment is needed.” He said there is a deadline for the city to make that determination and submit their plans to the provincial and federal governments for grant money. “What if people say
‘no’ ...?” he pondered. With provincial and federal water treatment laws looming over them, Burger said the city will have to do something, no matter the outcome of the current deliberations. He agrees the more ideas on the table the better, as long as they are realistic. He agreed that the efforts of Wicks, and others like local Streamkeeper groups and conservation measures, also save water and reduce costs.
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others pick up the torch. One of his goals is to foster interest in the cause. Hopefully, he continued, other people will ask those questions and keep water supplies top of the politicians’ minds. Indeed it was for those at the meeting. Some expressed concern over logging in watershed areas, some asked about water testing frequency and scope, and still more wondered about well intake impacts and water system costs.
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Water service, quality and quantity seems to be an issue that raises a lot more questions than answers in Parksville and Qualicum Beach. Yet for some reason, some people are more likely to pile on the suppositions than to seek the answers — or even believe the answers when offered — from those people responsible for our drinking water. Such was the case during a water presentation on Tues., Oct. 25 led by local resident Trevor Wicks. For the past 20 years, Wicks has been one voice seeking more clarity in the mid-Island’s water supply. Educated and experienced, Wicks is known for his 3D models of how groundwater flows in the area, as well as his passion for quality water. His questions are pointed and directed squarely at city hall and the Arrowsmith Water Service (AWS) — a fact that seems to keep the city on its toes. Acting mayor Chris Burger said, however, that’s mostly in order to correct misleading information and provide some of the answers Wicks and others seek. “People should be asking questions,” Burger said, noting he took Wicks’ water
tours years ago, before he was acting mayor and respects what Wicks is trying to accomplish. “He has had an impact on public policy,” Burger continued. “There are 12,000 people that depend on only a few individuals in this system. Don’t think that doesn’t weigh heavily on them.” Wicks began his presentation on Oct. 25 by talking about the area’s sensitive water supplies — as well as offering some ways to better protect it. The best of the bunch was the idea of protecting the watershed area that supplies water to Parksville. Both he and Burger agree that would take some doing — and money the city doesn’t have — as much of that land is privately owned. A significant portion of his presentation to the 70 to 80 people in attendance, was to keep the AWS and the city honest — make sure they consider many options before embarking on a multi-million dollar water treatment and storage plan. Yet even Wicks admits water is a big issue and cannot be solved easily. “I’ve tried every other way (to have an impact),” he said of the meeting and his ongoing water lobby efforts. “Now, it’s an election issue and it’s important the candi-
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Would the unidentified “fisherman’s cap copycat ghost” (it’s Halloween, after all) try to “discredit” our campaign and involve the Mayor’s telephone number as part of writing a fake letter? From the onset, we wanted a super-clean, high-roadonly campaign, devoid of any personal attacks, no dirt throwing (you lose ground), no accusations of misleading (as was done to me already, proven to be totally wrong). Instead we want to concentrate on issues such as the spending of $1,000,000 on consultants and unfinished studies/reports, the unacceptable delays of the O.C.P. (2 years), the 23% wage increase council members gave themselves. Letting staff/consultants run the City, hiring of 11 staff and above all the FUTURE of Parksville as outlined in my platform which includes • back to basics and core values. • above all FISCAL RESTRAINT • Limit any tax increases to 0-2% each of the 3 years. • Strictly follow the fundamental principles of the O.C.P. / bylaws BEFORE and AFTER the election. • Create a business-friendly climate We asked our supporters to supply full names, addresses and phone numbers for verification when writing letters to the editor. All of our testimonials have been signed by the individual authors. I reject any suggestions that the “ghost” is in any way connected to my worthy opponents; they are honorable men. I do, however, fundamentally disagree with their voting record and vision such as: waterfront development (the Council allowed up to 130 feet) and fiscal policies (unacceptable waste of tax payers moneys). If the intent was to “discredit” and “destabilize” our campaign, it will not HAPPEN, it only makes us stronger and more determined to win. Paul can do the job, he has proved it in the past.
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New fire hall on display City of Parksville cuts the ribbon on renovated facility By BRENDA GOUGH NEWS REPORTER The clouds parted and a large crowd gathered as the Parksville Volunteer Fire Department officially unveiled its shiny, brand new addition on Saturday, Oct. 29. Parksville deputy fire Chief Marc Norris welcomed dignitaries and the public to the fire hall’s open house and official ribbon cutting. Members of the public were invited to check out the new digs and enjoy some cake and refreshments, but not before hearing a bit of the history surrounding the fire department. The expansion of the fire hall wasn’t without controversy and when fire Chief Doug Banks took to the podium before the official ribbon cutting, he spoke from the heart about the journey the project has taken. “Thank god it is done,” he declared. Construction of the three bay addition and complete renovation of the existing hall started in spring 2010 and includes consolidated storage of important equipment, improved administration
John and Vivian Leakey. The lane behind the fire hall bears their name. and training areas and much needed shower facilities for decontamination. Banks said the new facility gives them a proper base to work from and a proper training facility so they can provide a high level of service. He added the new shower facility will allow their members to get cleaned up after they have attended a fire incident and not take contaminants home. Micheal Matzanke, president of the Parksville Volunteer Firefighters Association, told the gathering the new facility will mean no more cramped quarters and poor lighting for their members. “I have heard comments like ‘it’s big’ and ‘it’s awe-
some.’ The addition allows us to do our job in a safe and effective manner and do it much better,” said Matzanke. There have been no upgrades to the fire hall since it was built in 1974 and with a growing population as well as increasing emergency and non emergency calls, the community outgrew the fire hall long ago. The design of the addition can accommodate any future expansion. Acting Mayor Chris Burger, who participated in the opening ceremonies, welcomed two special guests on Saturday. John and Vivian Leakey were advised by city council back in July 2010 on their 60th wedding anniversary that the lane behind the fire hall would be named after them. John said he likes the sound of Leakey Lane and said it was an exciting day for them. The Parksville pioneer, who was born in 1927, used to milk cows in the morning and then deliver the milk before attending school in what is now the Society of Organized Services building. He said has seen a lot of changes to the city over the years and is honoured to have his name on the street sign.
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Hydrogeologist to lead water talk PARKSVILLE — Groundwater, its origins, properties, flow rate and eventual fate, is largely a mystery. However, Faye Smith, of the Mid Vancouver Island Habitat Enhancement Society is hoping to clear up at least some of the unknowns at a special meeting slated for Nov. 4 at the Quality Resort Bayside. “What about the water we don’t see in the watershed — that mysterious entity called groundwater?” she said. “Is it different than the water we see in the Englishman River?
Do we need to be concerned about where it exists in the watershed, where it is moving, where it comes from or how much there is of it?” To answer those and other questions, Smith said her group has brought in hydrogeologist, Dr. Gilles Wendling, who will present The Englishman River and Its Aquifers — understanding our groundwater for water security. The talk will kick off at 6:30 p.m. in the Tidal Room at the Bayside, with light refreshments available. The presen-
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y issuing media releases with more questions than answers — and then expecting the media to do their work for them — the Arrowsmith Parks and Land-Use Council (APLUC) is giving them selves a bad name. Twice, they’ve sent out communiques without any real information. They have concerns about the presence of marking tape on trees near Cathedral Grove. That’s all well and good, but their indignation was raised again when that tape went missing. THE NEWS has looked into it, and ended up being an unwilling go-between for the APLUC and their target, Island Timberlands. It’ll be harder We applaud the efforts of certain people and groups who keep an eye on industrial activity to take them near sensitive streams and parkland. They acseriously a tively prevent abuse and more good can come of third time their diligence than bad. But they are abusing any goodwill people might have towards them by making accusations in public before trying to seek real answers. They are obviously at odds with Island Timberlands, that much is clear. It behooves both parties, however, to at least communicate once in a while to avoid the buildup of such acrimony — and to avoid flooding the email waves with simple garbage. Simply put, APLUC reacted to what they thought might be nefarious deeds, without actually seeing if their assumptions were true. They pulled the trigger too fast — twice. It’ll be harder to take them seriously a third time. There are certainly issues in our forests and near our parks. The presence — or lack — of marking tape isn’t one of them.
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f you travel far enough, sooner or later you will find yourself in one of humanity’s less successful experiments in socialization. It may be an African shantytown or a Brazilian favela; a banlieue of Paris or a Manchester slum. But chances are it’ll be closer to home — Vancouver’s downtown eastside, say, or a roachy deadend street in Toronto’s Parkdale district. Wherever it turns out to be, you’ll know the rules have changed because your long-dormant primordial instincts will kick in. You’ll feel more alert, slightly unsafe. The hairs on the back of your neck may begin to stir. I know all about this sort of thing. I recently flew into Detroit. “Brace yourself,” I told my flying companion. “We’re about to enter the Third World.” It’s not like I was announc-
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ing breaking news. Everybody knows Detroit’s on the skids. In the past decade it’s lost 25 per cent of its population. One-third of Detroit’s 140 square miles is derelict. The industrial juggernaut that once manufactured four out of every five automobiles in the world is a skeleton of its former self. Ford and GM alone have axed 70,000 jobs in the past few years. Corrupt politicians, collapsing public schools — I knew we were headed into an urban no-man’s land once our plane taxied up to the gate. I just wanted to be sure my travelling companion wasn’t too shocked when we deplaned. We were shocked — by the airport, for starters. It moves 30 million passengers a year,
making it one of the busiest on the continent. Detroit is a transportation hub for all North American airlines and the Asian gateway for Delta, the By largest airline in Arthur the world. What’s Black more, the airport is not dingy like Pearson, bewildering like La Guardia, nor Second-Circle-ofHellish like Los Angeles. There are automated walkways, a swift and whisper-quiet overhead shuttle train, dozens of bright and cheerful shops and most amazingly, a psychedelic tunnel that connects two main concourses. The glass walls of the tunnel are embedded with LED lights which sparkle and swoop and shift through all the colours of the rainbow and then some, and it’s all choreographed to
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symphonic music. If you want to go on a mild acid trip without ingesting the chemicals, Detroit airport has the venue for you. I didn’t spend a lot of time in Detroit but none of the sights I took in or the people I met suggested I was in a down-and-out city. There’s a cocky defiance — a kind of belligerent cheerfulness in the air. The arts and culture scene (perhaps because of the cheap rents) is thriving. Some culturati have taken to calling Detroit ‘the new Berlin.’ I passed a sign at the outskirts that read “Welcome to Detroit, the Renaissance City, Founded 1701.” Detroit’s got spunk — and a history of comebacks. It’s the only city in North America that’s been under the flag of three world powers — French, British and American. It’s where Henry Ford built his
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first car and where the Motown Sound was born. You don’t know anybody from Detroit? Sure you do. Francis Ford Coppola was born in Detroit. So were Lily Tomlin, Charlton Heston and James Earl Jones. Writers? How about Robert Frost, Elmore Leonard, Joyce Carol Oates? My favourite Detroit sculpture occupies the middle of a traffic circle near the downtown core. It’s a twenty-four foot bronze of a brown, muscular arm culminating in a forbiddingly clenched human paw. It’s called The Fist. It’s an homage to Joe Louis, a Detroit native and one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. Can’t imagine a better symbol for Detroit. And they do have a helluva hockey team.
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It is election time again and the forest of signs is growing each day. These signs serve no justifiable purpose, other than putting the candidate’s name, and in some cases face, before the voting public. Anyone who follows the print media or attends candidates’ meetings, quickly becomes familiar with these names, and more importantly, gathers in each candidates’ general vision, and specific policies. Signs do not do this; they are superfluous, provide nothing in the way of aesthetics, and most probably, are a real danger to the general public. Election signs are a distraction to the driving and walking public. Take the test yourself; are you looking at these signs when you should be looking at the traffic or the pedestrian strolling down our streets? People do look at them, simply because they are there. Private lawns, public boulevards and intersections probably create the least danger. But the roundabout is another matter. Here we have drivers, trying to watch four accesses and egresses, pedestrian crosswalks and cyclists, while travelling in a circular path, all the while trying to look at this jungle of signs. Is this not a recipe for an serious accident? Let us ban all election signs from the streets of Qualicum Beach and let our town look like the town it is advertised as being; welcoming, beautiful and safe. Maybe this could be a plank upon which one of the candidates might run.
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Important issues need an airing Recently, we have begun to see letters favoring one candidate or another. This is a good sign. But some these letters give rise to a the question as to whether the
n response to the editorial, (THE NEWS, Oct. 28), entitled Bad Examples, I wish to make this statement. I do believe NEWS reporter Auren Ruvinsky made his writing with good intentions and without malice, but a misinterpretation of my comment referring to temporary workers as immigrants. I did not mention the word immigrants. I may have mentioned foreigners, but did not imply immigrants, but temporary workers. I hope this clarifies the situation. All over Canada, temporary workers are used in horrifying working conditions sometimes. You separated Paul Reitsma and myself from the candidates. I am curious as to how come. My assumption is you attempted to discriminate both of us as sort of village idiots. Let me explain to you sir, that every seven years, the cells of a human body change, except the cornea of our eyes which never changes, from birth to death, which means to me that people can and do change. Whatever Paul Reitsma did has nothing to do with this upcoming election. For me, I see Paul Reitsma as a very intelligent man, who shows expertise in how to manage the city, and accountability to the Parksville people, like no other candidate. I am very amazed, grateful and proud to have such a candidate running for the city of Parksville. In my sincere opinion, I want to say, if anybody deserves to be the next mayor of Parksville, it is Paul Reitsma. I was invited to Winchelsea School, to meet some young students. I was not expecting to find reporters there, or be faced with candidates’ children presenting questions. I was not aware of what I believe to be a trap. I forgot to take my tape recorder, and I will not make that mistake again. When Chris Burger stood there and said to the students, “that he was an actor and a very good one at that,” I was surprised because I believe he was being honest. Please sir, let us understand each other …”as I set my sight on a destination beyond the distant horizon and then I make the road by walking ...”
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writers actually understand what municipal government is about, how existing regulatory frameworks function, what the issues are, and what factors are within or beyond the power of local governments to control. To my mind, many of recent letters speak in generalities, not specifics. I am finding it hard work to inform myself about relevant
issues. I do not want to vote for personalities, for promises, or for empty rhetoric. Telling me that “he’s our man” or “we need another captain on the bridge” does not tell me anything or convince me to do anything. The electorate is intelligent; it does not want a popularity contest.
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It is surprising to me how little of the discussion so far has focused on the question of what actual knowledge, experience, and proven relevant achievement do they have for the job, or what is their understanding of the implications of established sustainability policies, official community plans, and regional growth strategies? Have they demonstrated they can work effectively in collaboration with others? After all, if I were looking for work, I would expect these questions. The most serious issue in these elections involves our perception of what it takes to govern. The job is not about personalities, it’s about careful committed informed hard work. The reality is that from now on we are seeking complex solutions to complex problems. We need to understand what will be the components of the emerging sustainable economy, and how we move the community toward it. The candidates should sit down, do their homework, and answer the questions above. If they can’t do this or won’t do this, they are wasting the community’s time.
Andrew Brown Qualicum Beach
Don’t forget this move at vote time The elections for School Trustees are well under way. All promise to be open, fair and really listen to the public. Yet, three of the current school board trustees, who are running for reelection, appear to contradict themselves. Policy 3040 was passed into second reading at the school board meeting last week. This is that highly controversial policy, that caused such an public uproar, because it reduces the consulting period from four months to 60 days after school closure is announced. This could have been delayed until after the elections. Please remember this when you vote in the school board election on November 19.
Ron Campbell Qualcum Beach
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A special thank you to the firemen of QBFD who kindly rescued my pets and to one who put a jacket on my shoulder while I was out in the rain watching my home burning.
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We would like to say a huge Thank you to Jason and his wife, the couple who were sitting at the Qualicum Beach marina enjoying a meal on the August 28 when they spotted our little dog “Dodger” walking on his own down the middle of the highway! Quickly they grabbed him from the traffic coming in both directions and took him home with them. We cannot tell you how relieved we were after a sleepless night looking for him! From the bottom of our hearts, we appreciate how you stepped in to save him, and your time and efforts in caring for him and putting up posters.
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anywhere in the world. It’s Big Brother. We’ll be totally controlled.” He stops just short of what I’ll call the Full Tinfoil, a belief that these radio waves control minds directly. Wildlife artist Robert Bateman also makes an ass of himself in a brief video, where he describes hiring someone to come in and detect “hot” wiring in his Saltspring Island mansion. By Tom (A surprising number of self-appointed smart Fletcher meter experts sell measuring and “shielding” services.) A reader sent me a local newspaper commentary by Nelson-Creston MLA Michelle Mungall, basically a vague summary of NDP talking points about smart meters being too expensive and a possible health threat. This is interesting, because the City of Nelson owns its own power utility, which started installing wireless meters in 2004. They finished last year, with no protest. I asked Mungall why. She was on the city council that chose a different model, a “drive-by” meter. They broadcast readings every 15 seconds and still need meter readers, who no longer have get out of their trucks. BC Hydro’s meters signal only three or four times a day, but one of the often-repeated false claims about them is that they secretly transmit much more often with some sort of damaging energy pulses. And yet these granola-loving West Kootenay folks cheerfully endure a 24/7 bombardment of what are essentially brief cell phone signals. Mungall said Nelson council specifically rejected a smart grid system, “because of the cost.” Somehow retaining meter readers saves the city money. She noted that rural parts of her constituency are serviced by BC Hydro, and some people are very concerned. I’ll bet they are. Not just in West Kootenay, but a few other remote areas known for production of B.C.’s number one cash crop.
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mark. This system will not only detect outages, electricity loss and theft, it enables a voluntary time-of-use system where users can get a discount by shifting consumption to low-peak times. You could even set up wind or solar generation that the meter would record and subtract from your bill. But apparently no one wants to talk about that. Black Press papers continue to run letters with exaggerated or false claims that stoke baseless fear of radio waves. Where is this coming from? I’m grateful to the anonymous smart-meter foe who started sending me updates from “Citizens for Safe Technology,” a loose collection of U.S. and Canadian activists that claims to include doctors, lawyers and other professionals. Not much is professional about the Canadian content on their website. A video starts with a juvenile union parody showing executives plotting to sell BC Hydro to General Electric. Then it moves to an apparently serious interview with Bill Vander Zalm, who expands on his earlier conspiracy theory about the harmonized sales tax being part of a European Union plot for world domination. Vander Zalm asserts that smart meters and appliances create such a powerful surveillance network, “they’ll even know what you’re cooking.” There are those who claim smart meters can tell what channel your TV is on, but this is the first I’ve heard about them detecting whether you’re having eggs or oatmeal for breakfast. And who might “they” be? “The big picture is of course that we’re moving to globalization,” Vander Zalm intones. “Eventually we’ll be governed out of Brussels, Belgium or someplace like that. And this all ties into that. They can monitor what’s happening
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Manning off base, says Randy White Former Reformer baffled at Preston Manning’s support of BC Liberals By NEIL HORNER NEWS REPORTER Randy White used to be quite close to Preston Manning during the heady days of the Reform Party movement, so the organizer for the BC Conservative Party in Oceanside was mystified about why Manning would throw his support behind the BC Liberals. Manning, the former leader of the Reform Party, came out in favor of the Liberals and squarely against the BC Conservatives in a statement last week, arguing that the BC Conservatives are threatening to split the vote and help elect an NDP government. In an interview, White said Manning was off base with the comments. “I was pretty close to Manning in my day, being the house leader,” White said. “He is known for making the odd political statement that didn’t work out.
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Similarly, he said, many people, himself included, aren’t happy with either the Liberals or the NDP and are searching for an alternative. “It was a pretty naive comment,” he said. “What that says is, if I am a Liberal politician, I can do whatever I want, spend as much as I want and alienate the population as much as I want because if you split the vote, you get the NDP.” White said he is seeing a
growing number of people who don’t like either option and aren’t willing to vote for them. “What do we do? Do we sit back for the next 20 or 30 years and let the province be run by these people, who don’t have a good track record and are not liked?” he asked. “Do we sit back and say if we vote any other way we will get the NDP? The Liberals are saying we can be as bad as we want because you are stuck with us. Well, I, for one, am not stuck with the Liberals or the NDP. They are not, under any circumstances, going to get my vote. I don’t want either one.” White said the BC Conservatives are getting some quality candidates putting their names forward across the province. “They are saying, wait a minute, I present a better option than either of these parties,” he said. As for his former boss, White had some advice for him. “Maybe Preston Manning should move to B.C. and understand the politics,” he said. news@pqbnews.com
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Oceanside residents, like their counterparts around the country, are familiar with the red poppies that have come to symbolize remembrance for the nation’s veterans, but not so many of them are aware of what happens to the money that is collected. Jack MacLean, the
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Legion member Linda Stratton agreed, noting the majority of Legion donations go entirely unheralded, but are important, nonetheless. “People fight for our country and put their lives on the line and then some of them come back and live right by the poverty line,” she said. “That’s not right.” She cited an example
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NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Town of Qualicum Beach that an election by voting is necessary to elect one Mayor and four Councillors. The persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:
MAYOR - Vote for not more than one - One (1) to be elected Surname
Usual Name
Residential Address
WANSINK WESTBROEK
Mike Teunis
Qualicum Beach 556 Willow Road, Qualicum Beach
COUNCILLOR - Vote for not more than four - Four (4) to be elected Surname
Usual Name
Residential Address
ADKINS BROUILETTE DAVIES LUCHTMEIJER MENNIE NICOL DOWE TANNER WILLIE WOLOSHYN
Suzanne Mary Tom Bill Rich Carol Scott Dave Ed
827 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach 395 Aldous Road, Qualicum Beach Qualicum Beach 203 - 206 First Avenue West, Qualicum Beach 1121 Wellington Drive, Qualicum Beach Qualicum Beach 563 Crescent Road West, Qualicum Beach 753 Memorial Avenue, Qualicum Beach 898 Fairways Drive, Qualicum Beach
VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the Town of Qualicum Beach on: Saturday, November 19, 2011 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, BC ADVANCE VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the Town of Qualicum Beach on: Wednesday, November 9, 2011 and Wednesday, November 16, 2011 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, BC Any elector who wishes to vote before November 19, 2011 is eligible to vote at advance voting opportunities. All Advance Voting ballots are counted after voting closes November 19, 2011. VOTING BY MAIL is available if you were on the List of Registered Electors before September 28, 2011 and: • Have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects your ability to vote at another voting opportunity; OR • Expect to be absent from the Town of Qualicum Beach on General Voting Day and at the times of all the advance voting opportunities. Apply at Town Hall to vote by mail. It is your responsibility to ensure that your completed ballot is delivered to the Chief Election Officer no later than 8:00 pm on General Voting Day, Saturday, November 19, 2011, to be counted.
ELECTOR REGISTRATION If you are not on the List of Registered Electors, you may register at the time of voting on General Voting or Advance Voting days, by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications: • 18 years of age or older • Canadian citizen (landed immigrants and corporations are not eligible) • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day • resident (Resident Elector) OR registered owner of real property (Non-Resident Property Elector) in the Town of Qualicum Beach for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day; AND • not otherwise disqualified by law from voting. Resident Electors will also be required to produce two pieces of identification (at least one must have your signature) to prove who you are and where you live. Picture identification is not necessary. Local Government Elections Regulation 380/93 defines acceptable ID, including: - BC Driver’s Licence - ICBC Vehicle Insurance Documents - BC Identification Card - BC CareCard or Gold CareCard - Ministry of SD&ES Continued Assistance SDES8 - Social Insurance Card - Financial Institution Credit or Debit Card - Citizenship Card - Property Tax Notice - Utility Bill for electricity, natural gas, water, telephone or cable If you do not have ID showing where you live, you must provide at least two pieces of identification that prove who you are (at least one of them must have your signature on it) AND make a solemn declaration as to your place of residence. Non-Resident Property Electors must produce two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, and must also bring evidence that you are entitled to register in relation to the property, including: • proof of ownership of the property (ie. Recent copy of the Land Title Search Certificate, available from the Government Agent or agencies with BC Online or the Certificate of Indefeasible Title); and • written consent (form available from Town Hall) signed by a majority of all the owners, if there are multiple owners of the property, stating that you are the one owner who is designated as the Non-Resident Property Elector for that property. You may only register as a Non-Resident Property Elector in relation to one piece of property regardless of how many properties you own in Qualicum Beach. If you own property with a corporation, none of the owners of the property are eligible to vote. In accordance with the Local Government Act, the only persons who are registered owners, either as joint tenants or tenants-in-common, are individuals who are not holding the property in trust for a corporation or another trust.
VOTERS LIST Until the close of general voting on November 19, 2011, a copy of the List of Registered Electors will, upon signature, be available for public inspection at Town Hall during regular office hours, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday except statutory holidays. Omitting Personal Information from the List - Electors may request that their address and other information be omitted from, or obscured on, the List of Registered Electors to protect their privacy or security. Contact Town Hall for more details. For more information, visit www.qualicumbeach.com, call 250.738.2202 or 250.738.2207, write: tcoates@qualicumbeach.com or hsvensen@qualicumbeach.com, or visit Town Hall, 201-660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach, BC. Trudy Coates, Chief Election Officer
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any QualiGardens’ residents cum Beach and families states residents will the following: “We are be anxiously awaiting putting our expansion answers to their quesplans on hold for the tions when they gather time being to allow us to hear the opinions time to properly reand rationales exview the feedback from By pressed by the various the various parties and Nancy candidates running for to conduct additional Whelan consultation with town town council in this November’s municipal staff.” election. Most concerned people are They will be anxious because reading the letter to mean, “Let’s the answers could directly affect wait until after the election and their chosen or necessary lifestyles see if the new council will see it as well as their physical and menour way.” tal welfare. Are all candidates for QB counOn Thursday, November 3 at 10 cil now familiar with RC’s July and a.m. all municipal candidates will August proposals for The Gardens? meet with residents and the public Have they seen the proposed plans? at The Gardens in Qualicum Beach Have they read the minutes and to address their questions and reports on the July and August concerns. Residents of The Garmeetings? Have they seen the petidens, in particular, will be anxious tions signed by Gardens’ residents because the next QB council may which were delivered to the mayor well be responsible for decisions and all councilors after the August made about proposed changes to meeting? The Gardens’ interior public areas Have candidates talked with and residents’ living spaces. residents and their friends and The Gardens has been under family members? new ownership since Are they faearly this year at miliar with the which time its resioriginal ‘incubadents were assured tion’, planning, it would be business and completion of The concessions, as usual. Since that The Gardens itself ? however, were time, the owners, Do they know the overwhelmingly Retirement Concepts reasons behind The (RC), has come up Gardens’ design in response to with many drastic and amenities? the concerns of proposed changes to Have they the interior of the considered how the The Gardens’ building. facility fits into the independent At meetings with community? residents and the pub- residents Most important lic, held in July and … have candidates August, RC’s renovaconsidered the welltions were soundly rebeing — physical, jected by a full house mental, and social of attendees. — of Gardens’ The August meeting brought residents, with careful thought for several concessions from RC to the those who depend upon others to residents’ concerns. The concesdefend the only home and amenisions, however, were overwhelmties they may have? ingly in response to the concerns What are the candidates’ leanof The Gardens’ independent ings when it comes to drastically residents, addressing very few con- decreasing the size of a third floor cerns of the Third (Care) Floor. sun room, a necessary source of Understandably, not many of natural light and the confined resithose residents were able to be dents’ main window on the world present at the meetings to express … to make space for more private their concerns, and were thus pay rooms? dependent on friends and family What of taking away public members as well as many supportcelebration and entertainment ive independent residents to make areas to cram dining tables closer their needs known. together, and deduct more natural Are RC’s lack of considerations light, so more private pay units can and concessions to these residents’ be squeezed within present walls? lives because they, through no fault (quoted from THE NEWS, 10/21: “… a lower demand for private pay of their own, are less able to stand beds.”) and defend the quality of their All these questions and more homes? will be voiced at the November To date the town council has 3 all candidates meeting at The voted not to change the zoning of Gardens. We’ll be listening for the The Gardens to allow the proposed answers. changes. (See Bylaw No. 580.64 – — Nancy Whelan is a regular Staff Recommendation – Special NEWS columnist and lives in Council Meeting, July 27, 2011.) Oceanside. A recent letter from RC to
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NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING FOR MAYOR and COUNCILLORS NOTICE OF OTHER VOTING NOTICE IS GIVEN to the electors of the City of Parksville that an election by voting is necessary to elect a Mayor and six Councillors. The persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:
MAYOR – One (1) to be elected Surname
Usual Name
Jurisdiction of Residence
Surname
Usual Name
Jurisdiction of Residence
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Chris
Parksville BC
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Rick
Parksville BC
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Parksville BC
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Parksville BC
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Richard Paugh shows off the evocative print that was left rolled up in the Qualicum Beach Legion foyer.
Legion grateful for a mysterious painting By NEIL HORNER NEWS REPORTER The old veteran is clearly weeping, covering his eyes with his hand as he sits in front of a gravestone and his granddaughter or perhaps great-granddaughter, also crying, puts a comforting hand on his shoulder. It’s an evocative, touching image — one that comes with a mystery. Who dropped off the painting in the foyer of the Qualicum Beach Legion and why did they do it? Legion member Richard Paugh would like to solve that mystery, if only to give the anonymous donor a big thank you from the bottom of his heart. “We came in one day two weeks ago and someone had come into
the lobby and had left the print rolled up, with a rubber band around it and put it on the sign-in register,” he said. “The staff found it later.” When they unrolled the picture, Paugh said the Legion members were moved by what they saw. “It really hit me hard,” he said. “I was very emotional about it.” Paugh had the print framed and plans to have it prominently displayed in the foyer of the Civic Centre during the Remembrance Day ceremony on Nov. 11. After that, he said, it will be hung in the Legion. “We have no idea who dropped it off, but we would like to thank the donor,” he said. “It must have been very emotional for them as well.”
Poppy fundraising goes hi-tech By NEIL HORNER NEWS REPORTER Veterans of the First World War would have been amazed, had they seen some of the technological advances coming down the pipe in time for the second and that’s not surprising, as war is a great motivator for innovation. However, the pace of innovation in the
effort to look after returned veterans hasn’t entirely kept pace. That is, until this year. Now, said Qualicum Beach poppy chairman Jack MacLean, the Legion is attempting to get on board the technological bandwagon, utilizing some of the latest in cell phone technology in order to help people help the vets.
“This year, we are introducing a new concept,” he said. “Now, those who want to donate to the Legion can do so by texting the word ‘poppy’ to 20222.” He said the new system is an experiment that will be evaluated in one year’s time to see if it’s worth keeping as a regular part of the Legion’s fundraising arsenal.
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Jurisdiction of Residence
Surname
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Jim
Parksville BC
GREIR
Al
Parksville BC
POWELLCarrie DAVIDSON
LEFEBVRE
Marc
Parksville BC
SCHROEDER Jesse
Errington BC
MORRISON Peter
Parksville BC
SIBLEY
Patricia
Parksville BC
NEUFELD
Parksville BC
SIMKIN
Peter
Parksville BC
PATTERSON Teresa
Parksville BC
STONE
Charlie
Parksville BC
POWELL
Parksville BC
VANIN
Alicia
Nanaimo BC
Bill Sue
Usual Name
Jurisdiction of Residence Parksville BC
NOTICE OF OTHER VOTING – Parkland Disposal and Exchange Bylaw No. 1475, 2011 At the same voting opportunities for Mayor and Council, a vote on the following question will also be submitted to the electorate of the City of Parksville: “Are you in favour of the City of Parksville adopting Parkland Disposal and Exchange Bylaw No. 1475, 2011 to remove park dedication from the property at 1275 Island Highway East known as the Parksville and District Visitor Centre, in exchange for dedicating new parkland at 1245 Island Highway East, known as the Craig Heritage Park Museum and Archives?” Bylaw No. 1475 – authorizes the change, at no cost to residents, of the designation of the land where the Parksville and District Visitor Centre (currently parkland) and the Craig Heritage Park Museum and Archives (currently a fee simple lot) are now located. This exchange will not affect the operation of either facility, nor will it change the Rotary Peace Park. This exchange is procedural only and is being done to protect the Craig Heritage Park Museum and Archives land and also enable the City of Parksville and the Visitor Centre to negotiate a new lease that meets current legal requirements. Please note that this is a synopsis of Bylaw No. 1475 and is not intended to be an interpretation of the bylaw. The full bylaw may be inspected on the City’s website at www.parksville.ca or at the City of Parksville, 100 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville, BC during regular office hours, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding statutory holidays. Anyone eligible to vote as a resident or non-resident property elector for Mayor and Council in the City of Parksville is also eligible to vote on the Parkland Disposal and Exchange Bylaw No. 1475, 2011. GENERAL VOTING DAY will be held on Saturday, November 19, 2011 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for qualified electors of the City of Parksville at the following voting locations: Parksville Community and Conference Centre Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church 132 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville, BC 550 Pym Street, Parksville, BC Curbside voting will be available at both of the voting locations on General Voting Day and the Advance Voting Opportunities for electors who are unable to enter the voting place because of physical disability or impaired mobility. ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES will be held at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre, 132 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville, BC, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 and Wednesday, November 16, 2011. The restrictions on voting at an advance voting opportunity have been removed so it is no longer necessary to complete a declaration as to why you are voting at either of these voting opportunities. SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITIES will be held in Parksville BC at: Halliday House, 188 McCarter Street, from 10:00 a.m. to noon on Thursday, November 10, 2011; Stanford Place, 250 Craig Street, from 10:00 am to noon on Monday, November 14, 2011; Trillium Lodge, 401 Moilliet Street, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Monday, November 14, 2011; and Arrowsmith Lodge/Cokely Manor, 266 Moilliet Street, from 10:00 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, November 15, 2011. These four special voting opportunities are restricted to the residents and employees of the respective facilities where the voting is being held. ELECTOR REGISTRATION If you are not on the list of electors you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. There is no advance registration for either resident or non-resident property electors and the requirement for a non-resident property elector certificate has been removed. To register you must meet the following qualifications: • Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older on general voting day [Saturday, November 19, 2011]; • lived in British Columbia for at least six months before you register to vote [May 17, 2011 last day to meet 6 month registration requirement]; • either a resident, OR registered owner of real property, in the City of Parksville for at least 30 days or more before you register to vote [October 19, 2011 last day to meet 30 day residency requirement]; and • not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other Act from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law. Resident Electors will be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity. 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Let new council decide, says town council By NEIL HORNER NEWS REPORTER If committee chairs in Qualicum Beach want to meet more frequently over the course of the next council term, it will be the councillors involved who make the decision. That was the outcome of a contentious vote at Wednesday’s special council meeting when outgoing councillor Jack Wilson called on his colleagues to consider allowing commission chairs to schedule meetings more frequently than once every three months. Wilson, who sits as the chair of both the Heritage Forest Commission and the Recreation and Parks Commission, wanted the flexibility to schedule more meetings, as he said it is difficult under the current quarterly
meeting schedule to get any sense of continuity. Although his motion was seconded by Coun. Kent Becker, Wilson found himself isolated on the issue at vote time. Coun. Barry Avis said some committees and commissions found themselves with nothing to talk about when they met more frequently and he urged instead that any scheduling decisions for committees and commissions be dealt with by the incoming council after the November election. Becker agreed with Wilson, noting the public safety committee also found the infrequent meeting schedule too restrictive. However, Mayor Teunis Westbroek agreed with Avis and called on council to allow the new councillors to make the
decision. To that end, he called for a motion to defer the issue until after the Nov. 19 election. “To resolve this issue, we should refer it to the next council to see if they feel it’s right to meet more often,” he said. “I’m calling for a motion to that effect.” Wilson didn’t go down quietly however. “We have the experience of what happens when meetings are set in the bylaw,” he said. Westbroek was unimpressed. “It took nine years to come to that conclusion,” he said. “The new council will have common sense and we can trust them to make the right decision.” The motion to defer the issue passed, with Wilson casting the lone vote in opposition. news@pqbnews.com
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Wordchickz, a spoken word duo consisting of Judy Miller and Cindy Shantz. The multi-published, award-winning writers and performers love connecting with their audiences and having fun and have performed their highly entertaining Wordchickz act to great acclaim at the Port Theatre and other venues. Prior to their performance on the Rotary House stage in Qualicum Beach there will be the open stage. Anyone who would like to be added to the open stage lineup can email the hosts at: jbeaton@shaw.ca. The Acoustic Cafe happens on the first Friday of the month. Admission to the Cafe is $5, the doors open at 7 p.m. and the open stage begins at 7:30 Tickets are available at the Vintage Candy Shop in Qualicum Beach.
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NDP walks ďŹ ne line on British Columbia federal seats By TOM FLETCHER BLACK PRESS VICTORIA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Federal NDP leadership candidate Brian Topp picked up more supporters on a visit to the B.C. legislature Thursday, and walked into a controversy over the allocation of six new MP seats for B.C. The federal government revealed its bill to add 30 House of Commons seats Thursday, including six each for B.C. and Alberta, 15 for Ontario and three for Quebec. Victoria-Beacon Hill MLA Carole James, on hand to endorse Toppâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leadership bid, said based on population, B.C. should have nine more seats. Topp is running to lead a federal party now dominated by Quebec MPs, and he avoided taking a position. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The good news in
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Opera of love and laughs Vancouver Island Opera stages L’Elisir d’Amore By BRENDA GOUGH NEWS REPORTER Guaranteed to be a feast for your ears, bring tears to your eyes and perhaps a lump in your throat, the Vancouver Island Opera (VIO) is presenting L’Elisir d’Amore this weekend. The Elixir of Love is the eighth full length feature production of the opera and there will be two performances of glorious music and singing at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre on November 5 and 6. The comic opera composed by the Italian composer Gaetano Donizetti, is a tale of romance, larceny, war ... and love potions. Producer Tatiana Vasilieva said the opera should appeal to a wide audience because Donizetti’s score includes boisterous choruses, and beautiful duets and arias. It contains the popular “Una furtiva lagrima,” a world famous tenor aria. The opera is called an “opera buffa”, meaning it is a comic opera centered around the subject of love. SEE
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Sisters Heather and Sandra McNeill perform at Ballenas Secondary School’s Whalebone Theatre Nov. 3 to raise money for a trip south of the border to the Pacific Coast Association of Magicians Conference next summer. STEVEN HEYWOOD PHOTO
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out of thin air. Heather and Sandra McNeill began performing magic tricks at the early ages of seven and nine. Now, almost 10 years later, the pair are determined to make a career out of creating illusions. Eighteen-year-old Heather and 17-year-old Sandra are presenting The Magic of Zanthera in the Whalebone Theatre at Ballenas Secondary School Thursday, Nov.
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3 at 7:30 p.m. They are performing an hour and a half long evening magic show to raise funds so they can attend the annual Pacific Coast Association of Magicians Convention next summer. The Seattle convention will not be the girls’ first, rather their fourth where they will learn, gain experience and prepare for their chosen career.
They said it is their goal to achieve the highest standards in skill and presentation and conventions like these are like university for magicians. “It is quite a big deal. The amount of information and knowledge so widely and freely given out is enormous,” said Sandra. SEE
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Rachael Stewart and Ed Moran perform in VIO’s L’Elisir d’Amore this weekend. SUBMITTED PHOTOS young, upcoming operatic talent, and an orchestra of professional musicians, she said opera fans will, again be assured of a rich production of splendid singing and action.
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The pair said magicians from the entire Pacific coast, including Japan and Australia, will be in attendance and there are lectures and workshops presented by many well known and respected magicians on a wide variety of topics. Their skills will also be put to the test in a competition against other magicians from around the world. In past years the girls have won silver and gold medals and placed top three in their age category. This year they will be competing in stage and platform magic in the adult category. The duo’s passion for magic was sparked after they performed a three-and-a-half minute show to earn a creating and performing badge when they were in Brownies. “Our leader who had been guiding for 18 years said it was the most amazing
Brownie badge she had ever seen so she got us to perform for another group and then it just snowballed,” said Heather. Sandra added, “One of the moms asked us if we did birthday shows and we said sure and then we started doing those.” Since then they have performed all over the Island. Being able to create illusions and execute mind-boggling tricks is a cool way to make a living and both girls agree it is the career for them because they love performing magic and seeing people’s reactions. Magic is all about illusion and agility and making people believe what you want them to see and the two admit the profession is very competitive and to this day is still geared towards men who perform with a female assistant.
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copy word for word it is looked down upon,” said Sandra. Heather added, “We put our own spin on it. Creativity is a big thing.” The best place to practice they said is in front of the mirror because it doesn’t lie but they do test out new routines in front of family and friends. Heather said she admires Lance Burton who is considered one of the best magicians in the world and she would love to see one of his performances live. When the girls perform their show this week they will not be sawing anyone in half but the audience can look forward to some big illusions. Tickets for the show are $10 and are available at Cranky Dog Music in Parksville and both the Parksville and Qualicum Beach locations of the Mulberry Bush Bookstore.
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“We work equally and share the stage. It is more difficult for us because we have to change everything,” Sandra said. “A lot of the things are made for guys who are the majority in the world of magic … everything is tailored to a guy who does the magic with an assistant who carries the stuff. That doesn’t work for us. Everything we do has to be changed so it is different from what you would see anybody else doing.” Although magical knowledge is often well-guarded, the two said anyone can buy or copy a magic trick but that isn’t enough to make you a magician. The art of magic is about creating illusions and creativity is the key to impressing their audience. “Sometimes at conventions you will see something and think it is cool. If you buy the effect, then that is fine but if you
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One Act Play Fest this weekend If theatre is big on your radar, check out the seventh annual Vancouver Island One Act Play Festival at the Village Theatre this weekend. Amateur actors, directors and playwrights are getting ready to show off the fruits of their labour for the play festival which will offer theatre-goers five quick and diverse hits of drama and comedy. Doug Toombs, one of the founders of the festival said it provides new and experienced writers, directors and actors an opportunity to showcase their talent, and gives the public a chance to see several quality productions in a short period. Toombs said a one act play is a good way to encourage first-time directors to get their feet wet. The festival, which runs on Nov. 4, 5 and 6, features five community theatre groups competing for bragging rights and trophies ranging from best performance, to best actor. This year the festival has one juror who will give a balanced critique of the plays and how they could be improved. “The idea is not just to put it on and then forget about it,” said Geoffrey Jen-
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ONE ACT PLAY FESTIVAL SCHEDULE Friday Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m. Whalebone Theatre (Ballenas Secondary School) followed by Kwalikum Players (Kwalikum Secondary School). Saturday Nov. 5, 7:30 p.m. Jesse Coopers Group followed by Courtenay Little Theatre. Sunday, Nov. 6, 2 p.m. Echo Players (Presentation of awards to follow). kins, who is on the festival kins committee. Jenkins, who has a lead role in one of the plays, said the festival is an innovative way of developing local talent and the emphasis is on acting. The juror this year is Peter Wienold from Port Alberni. He is involved with Portal Players and Theatre B.C. He will adjudicate five
plays with awards to follow the last matinee show on Sunday. A social event will follow the awards on Sunday in The Green Room at the Village Theatre where audience members can meet the actors and talk about the plays. Haughty Towers is one of the of the five plays. The Echo Players’ play, inspired by the BBC series Fawlty
Towers, is a 45 minute comedy that is centered around a couple who moves from England to Qualicum Beach and the hilarity that ensues as they attempt to open up a boutique hotel. The saga unfolds with a cast of characters who don’t make it easy for Cyril and Agnes to open up their hotel. Author Mike Andrews who has been with Echo Players for two years wrote the original script. He said it is the first play he has penned and although he wrote it as a full length play he was talked into condensing it for the festival. Andrews said the play is a spoof on the red tape that people go through in these parts when they are trying to build or renovate. “I call it Island time when the contractor is always late.” Andrews said even though it is his first play, he didn’t attempt to take over the show and he let director Dori McGarrigle and producer Judi Andrews work their magic. Tickets are $12 per evening for adults and $10 for students and seniors. Three and five day passes are also available. Tickets are available from the Village Theatre Box Office or by phone, 250-752-3522. For details on box office hours visit www. echoplayers.ca.
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Tim Clermont, right, was recently recognized by Doug Christopher and the rest of the board of The Nature Trust. By BRENDA GOUGH NEWS REPORTER Every day, people get to experience nature — but might not give much thought to how these gems were secured and preserved for years to come. For over 20 years The Nature Trust has been working to conserve and protect a lot of that land in the Parksville Qualicum Beach area and one of the people who has worked tirelessly to secure the land was recently honoured. Tim Clermont is the crown land securement co-ordinator for The Nature Trust (TNT) of BC and he has been recognized for 20 years of service with the land conservation group. On Sept. 29 Clermont was presented with an achievement award at the TNT Gala in Vancouver. Clermont started with TNT in 1991 and 20 years later he is proud to say he has helped to protect 18,000 hectares of B.C. coastal wetlands, estuaries and riparian areas. Clermont, who lives in Nanoose Bay with his wife Holly and their two teenage boys, said it has been rewarding work, adding it would be an honour to be remembered for his conservation efforts. This year marks The Nature Trust of BC’s 40th anniversary and Clermont said the organization has grown.
“When I started The Nature Trust was a mom and pop operation. There were only two people; Ron Erickson and Helen. I was the first land manager they hired. We now have 12 staff in head office and four positions like mine in B.C.” Little did the Ericksons know that when they handed Clermont his assignment, not only would he accomplish his task, he would provide leadership for the many land acquisitions the group has entered into. In 1993 his work helped the province establish the Parksville Qualicum Beach wildlife management area. “Basically my funding was running out. I was down to three months to go but I was able to get community support, First Nations support and local government support in a very short time to establish at that time the largest coastal wildlife management area which ran 17 kilometres from Craig Bay to Little Qualicum. What was significant was there was so much private waterfront land, and to be able to get everyone on side in a short amount of time.” Since then, Clermont has successfully garnered support from various sectors, helping create three more wildlife management areas, more than 200 crown fish and wildlife reserves on the Island and nine other critical habitat areas in B.C.
He has also assisted the pacific estuary conservation program, and helped start other organizations. In total, over 9,000 hectares of biologically diverse estuary inter-tidal foreshore, beach, salt marsh wetlands, stream, mature forest and riparian habitats have benefited by his efforts. Clermont, now working province-wide on creating more wildlife management areas, said this work is really starting to pay off. “We are trying to instill an ethic in people and whether they own private land we want people to recognize that their back yard is important for other reasons beside real estate value and I think people are seeing the value in that.” Clermont’s work involves several skills and he admitted he has been able to achieve great things by being patient. “You have to have integrity and people have to trust you.” Apart from TNT, Clermont is spends time with young people in the community. He has coached soccer and now coaches field lacrosse. He said if the work he does can lead to more young people getting out into nature then that is why he does it. “If it was just a job I wouldn’t be doing it. I certainly haven’t gotten rich off this career but it has been rewarding to be able to protect land.”
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BUSINESS Quality Foods earns more national awards COURTENAY — Quality Foods at Driftwood Mall has been recognized on a regional and national level by the Independent Grocer of the Year Awards program. The Courtenay business was named top grocer in B.C. and the Yukon, coming out on top in the large store category, and won National Bronze at the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocer’s annual awards dinner Tuesday in Toronto. QF founding partners John Briuolo and Ken Schley accepted the honour on behalf of store manager Dan Gigliotti and staff. The store received the award largely because of its strong and consistent participation in community activities. The store also assists
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Staff at the Quality Foods store in Courtenay get together to celebrate their new status as the top grocer in B.C. the local food bank, and sponsors the Comox Valley Glacier Kings junior hockey squad and other sports teams. The shopping experience from a customer’s point of view was another contributing factor. “Being a newer store,
this is the first year we were eligible to compete against other independent grocers, and there is some amazing competition regionally and across Canada,” Gigliotti said. “There are no words to say how incredibly proud I am of our people who work in
the store every day. This award is because of their hard work, and really it belongs to all of them.” The store opened in April 2010. Downstairs contains the Perk Avenue restaurant area while upstairs includes Step Above and Starbucks (first
started by QF in their Qualicum Beach flagship store). The Driftwood QF also offers a home delivery service that seniors especially appreciate. “Obviously our staff are very proud of this award,” assistant manager
Mike Trask said. “It’s been a lot of hard work getting to this level, but it’s something we try to maintain on a daily basis. Our customers have very high standards, and we strive to be No. 1.” Management and staff enjoy mingling with customers, many of whom drop by each morning for coffee and a flip through the newspaper. “It’s part of their life,” Trask said. All 11 Quality Foods stores received an award of merit from judges who visited each applicant across the country. The Bowen Road QF was the judge’s favourite in the medium store category while the store in Nanoose Bay was recognized for 10 consecutive years of national recognition in the Awards of Merit program. — Comox Valley Record/ Black Press
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But here are some things to think about if you still have your health and you actually enjoy the home that you’re currently living in. The cost — there are many costs involved in selling a home. You have the initial cost of updating, painting and generally making your home presentable in preparation for the sale. You have to pay removal costs to get your possessions from home A to home B. You may have to pay
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n addition to my duties here at the chamber of commerce, I am also a member of The Parksville Historical Society and based on some recent conversations with a variety of concerned citizens, it wouldn’t hurt to take a quick look at some Parksville history. 1917 — The Island Hall was opened by Winifred Philpott and Joan Foster on March 31, Good Friday. The population of Parksville was 1,000. 1923 — The community park property was purchased by a group of interested local residents who formed the Parksville District Community Society. 1947 — Mary Sutherland and Eileen Allwood bought the Island Hall Hotel (current site of the Beach Club and Parksville Beach Resort) and would run it for the next 16 years. In 1971 the population of Parksville was 2,100. In 1982 the population of Parksville was just over 5,000. In 2000 it was just over 10,000 and today it is just shy of 12,000. History is important to ensure that current decisions are made in the appropri-
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many changes; the Island Hall is gone, as is the movie theatre, pool hall and businesses on 19A above the Parksville Beach Resort. We live in a fabulous community with a fantastic history. Now is not the time
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ate context and also to ensure credibility when putting forth concepts and ideas. Statements about unmanageable growth as you can see by the population change in the past 10 years measured against growth in the previous 10 years are untrue. Parksville experienced enormous growth in the 1970s, ‘80s and ‘90s, however in the current decade it has been a measly two per cent per year. Tourism has been present since the early 1900s but the mainstay of the economy until recently was logging, fishing and farming. In my short tenure in Parksville, 1982 to present, I have seen
cess to the best beach on Vancouver Island, and perhaps the west coast, showed incredible foresight and was a tremendous gift. The establishment of a tourist destination to share that asset with the world was an idea ahead of its time that
will continue to bear fruit going forward. As we ponder the future of our community, I want to challenge all residents and businesses to be bold like our forefathers and look for ideas and concepts that will carry a wonderful city
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It is with great sorrow that we mourn the passing of Rachel Dixon. Rachel passed away peacefully at Nanaimo Hospital at the age of 73 from Cryptococcal Disease. Loved by all, she leaves behind her husband Jack, daughter's Corrine & Rhonda, son-in-laws Ernie & Todd, grandchildren Kyle, Chelsea, Eric & Julie, sister Diane, brothers Michael & David and numerous other relatives and a plethora of friends. A celebration of Rachel's life will be held at Yates Funeral Home, at 1000 Allsbrook Rd in Parksville (250-248-5859) on Sunday November 20th at 1:30 PM. Many thanks to Vivian, Dr. Maccari and all of Rachel's friends for your years of care and support and also sincere appreciation to the wonderful Palliative Care staff. In lieu of Ă owers, donations may be made to the Nanaimo Hospital Palliative Care Unit.
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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
TRAVEL/TOURISM
GET YOUR Foot in the Garage door. Learn basic engine theory, power train, suspension, job safety. Automotive/heavy duty apprenticeship opportunity. GPRC Fairview Campus.1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.
CITY OF YELLOWKNIFE Lifeguard/Instructor. Come join the adventure in the Diamond Capital of North America! The City of Yellowknife is currently seeking an enthusiastic and qualified individual to assume the position of Lifeguard/Instructor at the Ruth Inch Memorial Pool in Yellowknife. The City offers an attractive salary of $54,270-$63,652 plus housing allowance, comprehensive benefits package and relocation assistance. For more information on this position and the qualifications required, please refer to the City of Yellowknife’s web page at: www.yellowknife.ca or contact Human Resources at (867) 920-5603. Submit resumes in confidence no later than November 11, 2011, quoting competition #602138U to: Human Resources Division, City of Yellowknife, P.O. Box 580, YK, NT, X1A 2N4; Fax: 867-669-3471 or Email: hr@yellowknife.ca
We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051.
TRAVEL AGENCY MANAGER Travel Agency Manager with travel consultancy experience required for our Nanaimo office. Excellent remuneration and benefits package. Email resume to: penny@aroundtheworldtravel.ca
INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assist. Funding Avail. www.iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853 MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.’s need medical office & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1888-748-4126. NEW COMMERCIAL Beekeeping Certificate Program. Paid 26 week work practicum. 16 weeks theory. Queen Bee rearing. Affordable residences. Starts January 9, 2012. GPRC Fairview College Campus-Alberta. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/beekeeping. WORK FROM Home. Find out why over 1,285 CanScribe Career College Medical Transcription graduates, aged 18-72, can’t be wrong. Free information. 1-800-466-1535. www.canscribe.com admissions@canscribe.com
HELP WANTED Alberta earthmoving company requires a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will work in a modern shop and also have mechanics truck for field work. The job is at Edson, Alberta. We require that you have experience on Cat crawlers and or Deere excavators. Call Lloyd at (780)723-5051.
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY requires Dispatch Manager Central Interior. Must ensure smooth, efficient scheduling of material delivery & perform operational tasks for truck fleet. Candidates will be organized, proactive and work well under stress. Experience in trucking an asset. Forward resumes to paverswanted@yahoo.ca. FITNESS and YOGA Instructors needed for Community Centre. Please email resume to cbbeachclub@shaw.ca by November 18th. Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following job: Heavy Duty Mechanic. Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259
BARTENDERS & SERVERS, experienced, P/T or F/T, Please call 250-468-1735.
Rod & Gun Hotel requires a maintenance person for general building maintenance & odd jobs. Email your resumes’ to: rodgun@shawbiz.ca or drop off at the pub.
COMING EVENTS
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UCW Chritmas Bazaar Saturday, November 5th 1pm to 4pm
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PERSONAL SERVICES FINANCIAL SERVICES $10 MILLION AVAILABLE for Land Purchase/Development and Joint Ventures. Management Consulting and Business Plan services. Call 1-866-402-6464.
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J & S DESIGNS Yard and fence design, General yard maintenance, Painting, Reno’s, Finishing Work, House Washing by hand,Rubbish removal,and all aspects of snow removal including salting Seniors Discounts! Free Estimates! Call John and/or Sandy 250-586-3373 / 250-228-0147
GARDENING
CLEANING SERVICES DETAILED CLEANING, Senior shop/appts, N/S. Exp/Ref’s $18 hour.Cherie 250-752-5034 HOUSE CLEANING, Openings, Monday or Tuesday, Call JoAnne 250-954-5155.
WES-COAST YARDBIRDS Lawns, gardens, yard cleanup, large dump. Pressure washing, Irrigation. Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444.
CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS
BUYDENS COMPUTER Services.Parksville, Qualicum & areas. Kevin @ 250-240-7372
PROGRAM MANAGER at women’s shelter - Nanaimo. Focus: essential services to clients & coaching employees. www.iccare.ca for salary, job description, contact info, etc.
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
TRADES, TECHNICAL GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.
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WELDERS WANTED. Journeyman 2nd and 3rd year apprentices with tank manufacturing experience. Automated Tank Manufacturing Inc. Located in Kitscoty, Alberta. 20km West of Lloydminster is looking for 15 individuals that want long term employment and a secure paycheque. Journey wages $33. $37.50/hour. Wages for apprentices based on hours and qualifications. Benefits, training programs, full insurance package 100% paid by company, savings plan for retirement, profit sharing bonus. Join a winning team. Send resume to: cindy@autotanks.ca or fax 780-846-2241. Phone interview will be set up after receiving resume.
RESPITE IN Qualicum Beach on our family farm. We offer 24 hr care for high functioning individuals. Private rooms with TV, common area and computer. Interaction with animals and life skills. References, criminal record check, first-aid, Foodsafe (sorry we are not wheel chair accessible. Call 250-752-4556.
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Work & learn, 20 hours a week.
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Sat. November 5 • 10am - 3pm at KNOX UNITED CHURCH
SMALL JOB Specialist. Experienced Contractor. At home or business. Small jobs a Specialty. Reasonable rates. Professional workmanship. Refs. Dave: 250-954-7877.
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Healthcare is the #1 employer in B.C.
VICTORIA- RESIDENT Manager couple for 70+ unit building. Minor maintenance/upkeep & rental. Competitive wage, Benefits. Flexible start date. Locally based business. Fax 250-920-5437.
SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
COMPUTER SERVICES
PROFESSIONAL/ MANAGEMENT
BANNISTER GM Requires Journeyman Automotive and Collision Technicians. Situated at the foothills of the Rockies, 1.5 hours to Edmonton or Jasper, Edson offers outdoor enthusiasts a great living opportunity. Signing bonuses, moving allowances and top pay for the right candidate. Contact dean@bannisteredson.com
PERSONAL SERVICES
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Golden Dawn trailer park, 150 Corfield St. N.
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
HANDYPERSONS
FREE ITEMS
APARTMENT/CONDO
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
HOMES FOR RENT
HOMES FOR RENT
SUITES, UPPER
WORKER BEE HANDYMAN SERVICES Home repairs, maintenance, pressure washing, painting,etc. Reasonable rates. Clean, courteous, competent. Call Al 250-468-1775
FREE DROP OFF: Oil, batteries, scrap metal. We pay $Cash$ for unwanted Cars & Trucks. Call anytime. Norm & Sons Towing, Salvage & Recycling. 250-757-8911 or 250954-7543
CENTRAL QUALICUM Beach1 block to all amenities, 1 bdrm, grd flr (831 sq ft), patio, in quiet civilized environment, parking, storage locker, NS/NP. $795/mo. Call Bill (250)752-6997. CENTRAL QUALICUM Beach1 block to all amenities, 2 bdrm, (896 sq ft), balcony, in quiet civilized environment, parking, storage locker, NS/NP. $930/mo. Call Bill (250)752-6997.
MORNINGSTAR Golf course, 5 bdrm, 4 bath, 5 appli’s, close to schools, N/S, small pets ok, Avail now, $1650 p/m. + utils. Call 250-248-8966 NANOOSE: 2 bdrm cottage, Beachcomber. $975/mo, avail Dec. 1st. Dave (250)468-9811 NANOOSE BAY (Beachcomber), 3 bdrm house, 2 bath, carport, large deck, F/P, all appls, pets neg, avail immed, $1150 mo. Call 250-821-0778. N. QUALICUM, 2 bdrm, bright, open, covered porch, full bath, W/D, shared 5 acres, fire pit, trails, $800 mo, 250-240-7774 after 6 PM or 604-209-3264. OCEANFRONT Beachcomber Nanoose- Furnished or Unfurnished 1 bdrm cottage walk on beach, wood F/P, laminate floors. Kayak, fish, golf. $800/mo. Please call 1(604)929-6905. PARKSVILLE- (Allsbrook Rd) 2 bdrm, sm garage, 5 appls, sm dog ok, no cat, N/S. Avail Now. $950. 250-248-8338. PARKSVILLE: 2 bdrm +den, 1.5 bath, 6 appl’s, lrg garage, fenced, N/S, small dog ok. $1300+ elec. 250-821-6912. PARKSVILLE: 3 bdrm rancher, 1.5 bath, gas fp, 3 appl’s, $1200 util’s incld’d. Avail. Dec. 1st. Call 1 (604)929-1345. PARKSVILLE, furn., 3 bdrm, 2 bath condo. Util incl. NovMay 30/12 or portion thereof. N/S, N/P. Close to beach $1200./mo 250-752-1783 PARKSVILLE, LEVEL entry, 1255 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, blocks from schools/library/beach, garage, priv fenced yard, utils incl’d, N/S, ref’s. Avail immed, $1050 mo. 778-424-3035. QUALICUM- 3 bdrms, 2 bath, double garage, 5 appls, hardwood floors, big private back yard. N/S, pets ? $1550. Avail Nov 1. Call 250-752-5361. QUALICUM BEACH. OCEANFRONT home. 4 beds & 4 bath fully furnished available Nov. 1st, 2011 till April 30th, 2012. Visit www.georgiabeachhouse.ca and call 905335-2378 QUALICUM BEACH, Ocean view home, Walking distance to town, Avail. Dec. 1st, $1500/mo. 250-954-7088. QUALICUM RANCHERSnow birds welcome! On crawl space, dbl garage, sunroom, hardwood floors, 2 bdrm+ den 2 bath, W/D, F/S, D/W. Gorgeous mountain view. NS/NP. $1100. Call 250-752-1693 or 250-228-9891. RENOVATED 3 bdrm home in Parksville. Close to town. $1300./mo Call 250-954-7088. SAN PARIEL, Parksville. 2-3 bdrm, 2 bath rancher. 5 appls, fenced yard, quiet cul-de-sac. NS/NP. $1300./mo. Avail. Nov. 15th. (250)954-3474.
WATERFRONT HOME Nanoose- furnished, 6 appls, hot tub, F/P, NP/NS. Now to April 30th, 2012. $1400.+ oil & hydro. Phone, cable, internet incld. Refs req’d. Call 604985-2420 or 604-626-5626.
FUEL/FIREWOOD
4-BDRM. QUALICUM Beach. Close to town & park. Freshly renovated throughout. Fenced backyard. NS/NP. Excellent ref’s req’d. $1300./mo. Home (250)931-7207 or cell (250)927-7774. BOWSER- NEWLY renovated 1/2 duplex, bright 2 bdrm, 4 appls, on 1 acre. Refs req’d. NS/NP. $800/mo. Call 250927-1234. Available Nov. 1.
LOVELY brand new upper 850 sq ft one-bedroom unfurnished suite on 10 acres in Errington, private and peaceful, available Dec 1. Ideal for quiet n/s retired person or couple. Includes new appliances, garage, cable and internet, and laundry. Cat okay but sorry no dogs. Hydro is not included and on separate meter. Refs are required. $900 Please reply to clioandruna@hotmail.com
LOBO97 Creations asks = Are you in need of some Renovating Help? From Framing to Laminating. Very reasonable rates! We Will Show Up! 250228-1339. lobo97@shaw.ca TODD THE BUILDER. Renos, plumbing. Commercial offices; Custom homes. 250-752-1121
MOVING & STORAGE 2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)951-0010.
PAINTING A STROKE ABOVE Painting. Commercial & Residential. Interior/Exterior. WCB, liability insurance. All jobs warranted. See what we can do! Dave 250-248-0335, 250-240-2310. POIRIER PAINTING, Residential/Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, Free Estimates. Call Dan 250-240-3528. WCB insured.
TELEPHONE SERVICES A PHONE Disconnected? We Can Help. Best Rates. Speedy Connections. Great Long Distance. Everyone Approved. Call Today. 1-877-852-1122. Protel Reconnect.
PETS PET CARE SERVICES
SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords, fast delivery. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com or 1877-902-WOOD.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE BUILDING SALE... Final clearance. “Rock Bottom Prices” 25 x 40 x 12 $7350. 30 x 60 x 15 $12,700. 35 x 70 x 16 $15,990. 40 x 80 x 16 $20,990. 47 x 100 x 18 $25,800. 60 x 140 x 20 $50,600. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. CAN’T GET Up your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help! No obligation consultation. Comprehensive warranty. Can be installed in less than 1 hour. Call now 1-866-981-6591. DO-IT-YOURSELF Steel Buildings, priced to clear, make an Offer! Ask about Free Delivery, most areas! Call for Quick Quote and Free Brochure,1-800-668-5111 ext 170 JANOME MEMORY Craft 4000 sewing machine, Janome 250E embroidery machine. Call 250-752-2539. SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & Save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT
SHAGGY’S K-9 COMPANY
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED
Company Exercise, Socialize Dog Daycare & Bath 250-752-K999
GUNS WANTED: I want to buy your guns. Call (250)4687533.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
USED metal NO TRESPASSING sign. The more weathered it is the better. Call: (250) 5947742 or email photo of sign to paul@orangecorefilms.com
APPLIANCES
WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE $$ CASH PAID $$ for NEWER FRIDGES, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS etc.
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251
ESTATE SALES FINE POINT ANTIQUES ESTATE SALE PORT ALBERNI, BC THREE DAY (executive water front) 8806 Stirling Arm Dr. (Sprout Lake) Fri. Nov. 4th:11:00 to 8:00 pm Sat. Nov. 5th:9:00 to 6:00 pm Sun. Nov.6th:9:00 to 5:00 pm Check our website for Directions & pictures of items available at: www.finepointantiques.com Follow the directional signs & please park in the designated area. FEATURED ITEMS: Classic 1960 “Uniflite” 24 ft. Cabin Cruiser, high quality (circa 1950’s) “Vilas” maple furniture, “Georgian” stemware, “Waterford” crystal, original 18th century oil painting, hand crafted model boats, designer evening gowns, lawn movers, power washer, garden tools, small appliances, garden ornaments & furniture, barbecue, fishing gear, gazebo, beds... Contents of house (everything goes!) too many other items to list!
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REAL ESTATE BUSINESSES FOR SALE CHEMAINUS MURAL Tour business. Includes all equipment and horses. Storage and horse boarding available to correct buyer. $35,000. Call (250)246-5055.
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 1250 sq.ft. commercial service bldg for rent. Office and reception area + shop. New modern industrial site. $1250 per mo. Lease available. Call 250-248-3850 COURTENAY - For sale or Lease 1.77 Acres - Prime Commercial Across from Costco. Serviced. 778.918.7566
HOMES WANTED
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COOMBS: 2 bdrm, bright loft apartment, 4 appls, W/D, utils incl, avail now, N/S, N/P, $950 mo + dam dep, 250-937-9945 OCEAN SANDS RESORT on Rathtrevor Beach. Fully furnished 2 bdrm condos includes utilities, cable, phone and internet. Available Now. $1100/mo. (250) 954-0662 . PARKSVILLE – BRIGHT & spacious 2 bdrm. D/W, W/D option. Near schools, beach. dwntwn, bus route. From $810 mo. Avail now & Nov 1. Call 250-248-8592. PARKSVILLE. LARGE 2bdrm. Newly reno’d, ocean view. $800 mo incls hot water. NP/NS. Avail Nov. 1. (250)752-6585 (250)240-0070. PARKSVILLE OCEAN view 2 bdrm Apt, quiet bldg, pets ok, heat/hot water incl’d, Nov. 1, $800/mo.(250)248-3350. PARKSVILLE APT- 2 bdrms, grd flr, patio, quiet 4-plex, F/S, D/W, free laundry. 1 yr lease. $825. 250-927-0287. QUALICUM 1 BDRM apt w/ocean view, parking at the door. F/S. $700 inclds utils. Avail Dec 1. 250-752-3333.
Qualicum Beach Condo beautiful ocean view, 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath, fully updated, new laminate floors, 6 appls, covered parking, avail Nov. 1. 55+ building, N/S, N/P. $1250 mo. Call 250-586-1100.
MOBILE HOMES & PADS 1200 SQ.FT. 3 bdrm, sunken family room, dining rm, wood stove, W/D, D/W, priv. patio, peaceful setting. Minutes to QB Parksville in Coombs, $950./mo. (250)951-9962. CENTRALLY LOCATED- 2 bdrm, 2 bath mobile home, 5 appls, lrg deck, storage shed, on acreage. Avail Dec 1. NS/NP. $850. (250)240-4175. COOMBS RV for rent- private pad on private property. $500 hydro/cable incld. Pet? Avail Immed. (250)248-9212. HILLIERS: 2-BR mobile, $750/mo, can be part furn, covered deck, pets nego., 5 appl’s. RV parking, ref req. Call 250-752-6339. WHISKEY CREEK- completely reno’d inside/out mobile, 2 bdrm wood stove. Shared acreage, long term. No dogs. $800 Avail. now. Possible P/T handyman work. (250)9541355.
MODULAR HOMES ERRINGTON- 2 bdrm modular home. Horses & pets welcome. $700/mo. 250-248-4809 RENT OR Rent to Own RV’s in Coombs or Errington. Starting at $400. RV pads, $375 includes wi-fi & cable. Possible P/T handyman work. Call (250)954-1355.
HOMES FOR RENT
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BOWSER 1BDRM Cabin $700. + utils. Nov. 1st. Pet on approval. N/S, (250)228-4145. COUNTRY CHARMER North Qualicum 1 bdrm new, spotless, detached 800 sq. ft., Deck, 5 appl. N/S N/P ref’s.req’d. Sat. TV $700/mo Shared property 250-752-6041 DASHWOOD. 800sq.ft. + storage. 3-bdrm, 1 bath, covered deck, lrg lot, quiet area. Water & garbage incl. N/S. Pets upon approval. Ref’s req’d. Avail immed. $850./mo. (250)951-2906. DEEP BAY (Kopina Estates), immaculate rancher, 2 bdrm + den, 1.5 bath, 5 appls, forced air furnace (elec), F/P insert, fenced yard, N/S, pet neg, single attached garage, $1200 + utils, (Immed.), 250-757-9937. ERRINGTON, 2 bdrm, shared acreage, upper duplex, shared laundry. $650./mo + hydro. 250-248-0295 ERRINGTON, nice 1 bdrm w/loft, f/s, propane f/p, n/s, n/p single person $750./mo. Also avail. storage unit. Call after 6pm 250-752-4773 FRENCH CREEK/QUALICUM Great location on quiet street next to Chartwell, 3-4 bdrm, 2 bath, all appls incl. laundry, fully fenced yard, grdn areas, storage shed, pets ok on approval. N/S $1500 + utils.One year renewable lease, avail immed. 250-954-2254 GROUND LEVEL basement suite, 2 bdrm, open space, bright kitchen & living room. Walking distance to all ammens., NS/NP. $700 + 1/2 util’s. Kevin 250-248-7683 or Ed or Jen at 604-856-0130.
SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING
SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING
DOWNTOWN QUALICUM- 1 bdrm + den condo, completely reno’d, covered parking, large patio, granite counters, stainless appls, avail immed, $950. mo. NS/NP. (250)752-3419. QUALICUM BEACH- (downtown) 1 bdrm condo, top flr, 5 appls. Long term preferred. Available Dec 1. $700.+ utils. NS/NS. 250-752-1583.
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL INDUSTRIAL/ RETAIL bays. Overhead doors, ample parking. Immediate. (250)248-2295
COTTAGES BRAND NEW 1 bdrm,Cottage in Qualicum, 2 blks to town, Incld’s W/D,Cooktop, Hydro, N/S, N/P, $750/mo 250-7523373 COOMBS- (9-1027 Virginia) Rd 1 bdrm cottage, F/S, W/D, deck, fenced yard. $640/mo + utils. Call (250)248-2285. QUALICUM BEACH, Cute 450 sq ft 1 bdrm cottage. S/F, Walk to town, $650/mo. N/P, N/S, 250-752-2215 QUALICUM BEACH, newly reno’d 1 bdrm garden cottage, 1 block to beach and walk to town, $700 mo which incls utils, cable, wifi, secure location, N/S, N/P, 250-752-1924 or email: wilde68@gmail.com
Hawthorne Place
QUALICUM BEACH
Independent Living for seniors, 2 bedroom available, dinner meal 7 days a week, light housekeeping, 24 hr emergency response. Please call Stacey Ryhorchuk
@ 250-752-4217
WATERFRONT COLUMBIA beach area. Fabulous view 3 bdrm, 2-1/2 bath, 6 appls, dbl garage. Lease avail. $1500. 250-334-3126, 250-218-3162.
OFFICE/RETAIL OFFICE COMPLEX. 162 sq.ft. Washrooms, kitchen, parking. Immediate. (250)248-2295. SHOP & OFFICE Space for rent. 1272 sq.ft. plus bonus storage area of 400 sq.ft. Behind Qualicum Pharmasave on separate property with compound and parking. Available Feb. 2012. $1150. per month + utils. Call (250)752-9892.
RV PADS PARKSVILLE AREA- RV pad. Wooded site. $425/mo, includes utils. Available now. 250-927-5623. WHISKEY CREEK. RV Pad on spacious private lot. $300./mo + hydro. Available immed. Call 250-752-0448.
STORAGE MINI STORAGE. Large 10x12 ft. units $60. Short or long term. Immed. (250)248-2295.
NORTH QUALICUM- 600 sq ft 1 bdrm, separate entry suite. W/D, N/S, pets neg. $600 inclds internet, hydro, cable. Avail now. 250-951-9327. QUALICUM: BACHELOR suite, with mountain view on private acreage, 3 appls + W/D, heat/hydro satellite incld’d, NS/NP, refs req’d. $630/mo. Call (250)752-3557.
TOWNHOUSES PARKSVILLE, 2-BDRM, 2 ba, 2 level townhouse. In suite Laundry, carport. $975. N/S, No dogs. Dec. 250-724-1212.
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SPORTS Former Royal recognized for his solid play Deep Bay’s Kevin Biro now suits up for the UBC Thunderbirds
Graduating Parksville Royal Kevin Biro has been hitting the books at the University of British Columbia since the start of the school year, but last week the dedicated ball player from Deep Bay got word he’d been rewarded yet again, by being named the recipient of the 2011 BC Premier Baseball League Academic/Athletic Excellence Award. “I just found out two days ago — It was great,” Biro, 18, said from his digs in Vancouver. The annual award is chosen by UBC baseball in conjunction with the BCPBL and is for a minimum $6,000 a year for up to four years. It is awarded to a graduating BCPBL player who is attending UBC and achieves outstanding success both in the classroom and on the baseball field. This on top of a $4,000 UBC athletic scholarship Kevin was already awarded, as well as some other smaller ones he earned heading into his freeman year. “It was pretty overwhelming actually,” he said of the latest award, “just because there were
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Deep Bay blue-chipper Kevin Biro goes after a line drive last summer during his final season with the Parksville Royals. He has been rewarded with another scholarship. quite a few guys that go to UBC that compete in the BCPBL. It’s quite exhilarating,” Biro added, “because as long as I stay eligible for all four years (he has to maintain an over 60 per cent average by his third year) it pays for my school, and that’s huge.” The Thunderbirds compete in the NAIA’s Cascade Collegiate
Conference five-team North Division. The T-Birds finished the regular season at 23-9 (and 31-17 overall) for second place and were one win away from advancing to the NAIA’s World Series. Biro, who has been platooned at his usual short stop position, and his Thunderbird teammates have just finished their fall ball
program, “so we’re done for about a month and a half. Right now it’s all weight room training, conditioning and all that, then we’ll practice about four or five times a week and play on weekends,” Kevin explained. Biro is taking a wide range of courses in the faculty of arts, all geared towards his ultimate goal
of becoming a sports writer. He says his dream is to one day write for Sports Illustrated, but in the meantime, he’s still having a ball. “Absolutely,” he chuckled. The Thunderbirds open the regular season at a tournament in California and will be traveling to play teams in places like Idaho and Oregon. In the meantime, the longtime local player concedes while this down time is good for the body and all, “I’m really looking forward to getting the season going.” “This is another example of what players may accomplish in baseball through hard work, perseverance, and dedication combined with outstanding athletic ability,” longtime Parksville Royals’ skipper Dave Wallace said of the award. Kevin is the third (and final) Biro brother to come up through the local PBL club. According to UBC head coach Terry McKaig, “Kevin had an outstanding 2011 BCPBL season,” pointing out that when the dust had settled, he was ranked second in the league in hitting (.370), first in runs (43), second in hits (54), was tied for first in triples (4), and tied for first in home runs (3). Kevin was also selected as the 2011 BCPBL MVP.
By JAMES CLARKE PQ NEWS SPORTS The Bandits were a stubborn bunch, but Oceanside United was the better team in a 3-0 win down at Qualicum Beach Rec Fields Sunday, as the locals upped their MidIsland Womens Soccer League record to 4-1-1. “We had an awful lot of shots on net today, by everyone — I think the only one that didn’t was our keeper,” OU skipper Dan Mahony chuckled after the game, adding the Campbell River keeper “was tremendous for them today.” Veteran OU keeper Pam Richer was sporting an injury “so thankfully she wasn’t tested much.” OU dominated at the outset and centre midfielder Christina Ciolfi scored the only goal of the opening half at the twenty-
second minute mark. Oceanside continued to press, and midway through second half, Barb Wildman-Spencer delivered a throw-in to centre mid Erica Dragani who turned and threaded a crisp pass to hard-charging forward Angelina Gastaldella, who promptly slotted home a hard shot from the top of the 18. As is the case most every match, Angelina was all over the field Sunday, making life miserable for the opposition and clearly loving every minute of it. “She’s a workhorse for us out there that’s for sure,” said Mahony. “She’s tenacious.” OU was awarded a penalty shot 10 minutes later taken by Dragani, who found the back of the net with no problem. Also earning props from her coach was Jacki Koelewyn who had a
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OU steal one from the Bandits on home turf
Members of Oceanside United celebrate their fourth win in MIWSL action this weekend in Qualicum Beach. strong game at midfield, lofting a number of strong crosses into the midfield area to send her strikers in. Fourth year sweeper Claire O’Conner continues
to lead by example said Mahony, saying her decision making, execution and attacking skills “just keep getting better each week.” The Bandits, who
slipped to 2-4, agreed Mahony “are very tenacious. They didn’t have any subs,” he said, adding “they played very hard, they battled for every inch with us, which made for a
very interesting, intense game, right up to about the 75 minute mark when we scored the second goal, and they just ran out of steam after that. “The other thing though is that they worked the off-side trap very well against us, and its one thing were going to have to work on because we have a lot of stiff competition coming up over the next four five weeks,” surmised the longtime local volunteer coach, explaining a good number of the teams they are facing this year “have a lot of younger players than they’ve had in the past, so the teams are speedier.” GAME ON OU takes their game over the hump Sunday for a big test against leagueleading 5-1 Port Alberni. sports@pqbnews.com
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Oceanside’s Midget C Red Army boys team trimmed the Mid-Island Extreme Bantam Rep girls 6-4 Saturday night at Victor Kraatz Arena in a fast-paced hockey game big on effort and nice plays. “The kids are skating tonight,” chuckled one dad from behind the glass. “Good game, eh? Our guys worked hard to beat them,” Red Army coach Bill Collette said after, adding their short bench made for a big challenge, and that “we were very impressed with those girls; they could really skate.” Red Army was on the attack early and led 2-0 after the first period. Both teams scored one in the second and added three more each in the third.
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Ballenas volleyball team third up Island PARKSVILLE — You can chalk up another strong showing by Ballenas Secondary School’s senior girls volleyball team, as they carved out a third place finish at the Timberline Wolves Halloween Classic in Campbell River over the weekend. The Whalers went into the tournament ranked fifth in the province in AAA. If the Halloween Classic seemed a bit scary on paper it was for good reason, as it included five teams ranked in the top ten. According to longtime skipper John Philip, the
Whalers opened the tourney by beating Carihi from Campbell River 25-7, 25-11, then lost to Belmont from Victoria (20-25, 25-9,15-13). “Outstanding performance by Alex Cloutier in the second set serving for 17 straight points,” said Philip, pointing to “some unfortunate serving errors and one momentum changing missed call by the official,” as the difference in that one. Ballenas followed that up with a straight set loss (25-15, 25-18) to the Lambrick Park Lions to finish third in their pool.
The Whalers regrouped and hung on to beat the No. 3-ranked Hugh McRoberts Strikers from Richmond, 2521, 20-25, 15-11. Philip said in the first set, power hitter Megan Bell came off the bench to score three key kills to give the team the momentum to overcome a three-point deficit. In the second set the locals “made too many errors but were able to rebound in the third set,” with key kills by hitters Cloutier, Jenna Pearce and Hannah Hay. In the semi final against Lambrick Park again, the
Whalers came up short 2523, 25-21, but showed they’ve come a long way since the start of the season. The locals capped off the tourney by taking third and exacting some revenge over the Highland Raiders (who they lost to the previous weekend) by way of 25-14,1525, 15-11 sores. GAME ON The Whalers are home this weekend at their annual Fall Classic. Action gets underway at noon on Friday and the playoffs go Saturday afternoon. — James Clarke
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Whalers need to elevate their game on the road: coach “I was happy with how we performed today, I really was, but we’ll need to elevate our game to compete at a higher level come playoffs, that’s for damn sure.”
It’s a short turnaround for the JV Whalers this week as they travel to Sooke on Wednesday — their second road trip in five days — to close out their AA Island
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North Van against the Windsor Dukes to close out the Coastal Conference regular season in a battle for second in standings. sports@pqbnews.com
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Gens fall to Comox, but beat the Storm In a classic case of the old saying ‘speed thrills, but it’s the finish that counts baby’, Oceanside’s Save On Foods Generals had their foot on the gas Saturday night only to drop a 5-2 final to the Comox Valley Glacier Kings. The two Junior B hockey teams turned in a terrific game — fast-paced and entertaining end to end action. “We came to play, no doubt about it. Comox is a good team,” Generals head coach and GM Dave Johnston surmised, and made the point he didn’t question the effort of his team, “at all. You know what, sometimes you don’t win — it doesn’t mean they didn’t go out there and work hard.” Comox scored the game’s first two goals and were up 4-1 after 20 minutes. Both teams scored once in the
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The Gens’ Dylan Haugen, above breaking up a Comox play Saturday night, led by example with loads of hustle. second and played to a scoreless third. Oceanside’s offence said Johnston “isn’t a real problem, we’ve been scoring goals, their goaltender was outstanding.” Gudmanson got the start
on Saturday but was pulled and replaced with Dylan Quinn. In a special post-game ceremony the Oceanside players presented their mothers and billet mothers with the Breast Cancer
Awareness jerseys the team wore for their home games during the month of October. The promotion was co-sponsored by the Pharmasave stores in Parksville and Qualicum Beach. On Friday in Campbell River homegrown captain Nick Bell’s marker proved to be the winner in a 1-0 final. It was the rugged blueliner’s first goal in nearly two years and the Gens’ third straight win, a season high. Gudmanson posted the shutout in net for the Gens. ICE CHIPS Johnston released netminder Hayden Smith from Spruce Grove, Alberta last week. GAME ON The Gens are in Saanich on Friday and home on Saturday against the Peninsula Panthers (7:30 p.m. start). sports@pqbnews.com
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NORTHWEST BAY PROBUS CLUB Meets first Wednesday month at St. Mary’s Anglican, Powder Point Rd., at 9:30am 250-468-5529
EAGLECREST GARDEN CLUB
Meets Tuesdays 7:15-9pm Knox United Church, PV - 250-752-8130
Meets every third Wednesday of the month at Qualicum Beach Civic Centre 250-752-3662
PQ MAC USERS GROUP OCEANSIDE Meets 4th Tuesday month 7 p.m, Shelly Rd. Centre, Parksville. 250954-1348 or www.pqmug.ark.com
AIR CAN. PIONAIRS COFFEE KLATCH
ARROWSMITH RIDES Kids rides have started
NANOOSE SENIORS
3rd Wed. 10:30am Smitty’s in Parksville 250-752-3575
3:30-5 p.m. every Tues. Meet at the Parksville shop
EATING DISORDERS Every Tuesday 7:30-8:30 p.m. at Church of the Ascension on Wembley Road BACKYARD WILDBIRD & NATURE’S STORE Weekly bird walk Tuesday mornings at 9 a.m. Parksville. 250-390-3669
AIR CADETS Tues. 6:15-9pm at Oceanside Middle School. Capt. Reid 250-752-5382
Meeting at 11:30 am for lunch at Nanoose Place on the second Wednesday of month
FLOOR CURLING
Meets every Tues. morn at 7a.m.,The Old Dutch Inn Second Tues. month at 7:30pm Craig Heritage Park & Museum Call Marg Leffler 250-248-3431
Q.B. ROTARY Mondays at 6 p.m., Rotary House on Fern/Beach Roads. 250-752-7509
ROCK & GEM CLUB
Meets 1st Tues. monthly at the Cancer Society Office, 172 W. 2nd Ave., Qualicum at 7p.m. 250-954-3977
PV./Q.B. PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
BRADLEY CENTRE
Meets 1st Tues. monthly The Gardens, 650 Berwick N., Qualicum 7pm - 250-752-7489/brook@shaw.ca
Meets last Thursday of month (except July-Aug.) 1:30pm. The Gardens, Qualicum Beach
PHOTOGRAPHY Oceanside Photographers meets first Wednesday/ month QB Civic Centre at 7 p.m. 250-752-8398
every Thursday LADIES POOL New players welcome. Starts 6:45pm - $2 PV Legion
every Friday CIRCLE EIGHTS Square Dance Club dances 2nd & 4th Friday at St. Stephen’s Church Village Way, QB. Rounds 7:30, squares 8 p.m. 250-752-1542. Every2nd Wed./monthly at the QB Civic Centre 250-954-3411 Email parksess@hotmail.com
LINUX USERS GROUP
THE BREAKFAST CLUB—OBISNET
Third Thursday of each month. MacMillan Arts Centre. http://www.pqlug.org
Every Friday 10am, White Spot
O.A.P.O.
FISH & GAME ASSOC.
Branch No. 49 meets at Lions Pioneer Village, 241 Moilliet, Parksville
Every2nd Thurs., 7:30 p.m. QB Legion hall
SHIFT IN ACTION Every 2nd & 4th Thurs.. 6:30pm, 250-954-1002
LADIES BRIDGE Thursday afternoons. Marilyn, 250-752-9335
OLD TIME FIDDLERS
SAND DOLLARS SQUARE DANCING First and third Friday each month, 7:30 p.m. at the Bradley Centre. 250-248-8756
Q.B. CARPET BOWLERS CLUB Every Fri. at 12:45 pm Qualicum Beach Civic Centre
Q.B. WALKING CLUB
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS
COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR Parksville City Hall, Every Thursday afternoon, 2-4pm 250-954-3073
Meets Fridays, 8:30am. 250-752-6007 Fridays 12-1pm, Knox United church 250-248-2582 Fridays and Tuesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m. 250-248-2582/250-248-2719
DISTRICT 69 STROKE RECOVERY Fridays 11 a.m. at St. Columba church on Wembley Road, Parksville. 250-752-9796
Wednesdays at QB library. 250-752-6121. Fridays at Parksville library. 250-248-3841
PARKSVILLE NEWCOMERS CLUB 1st Thurs. of month. PV Community Centre at 7pm
NANOOSE BAY GARDEN CLUB
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
MID ISLAND FLORAL CLUB
Meets at library,1st Fri. monthly at 1:15pm 250-468-9796
Every Wednesday at Knox United church in Parksville from 4-5 p.m. 250-248-3927
Meets 2pm 2nd Thurs. of each month St. Stephen’s church, QB 250-248-2976
HAPPY WANDERERS TRAVEL CLUB
THE SONGBIRDS
OS NAVY LEAGUE
Mixed voice choir 10:15 am-noon Qualicum Beach Senior’s Centre 250-752-7063
4th Sat. monthly Parksville Legion. 250-752-6532
BOWSER CHESS CLUB
FITNESS 50 AND OVER
Meets Saturdays 11 a.m. Legion Hall
ARTHRITIS SUPPORT SOCIETY
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Wednesday nights, 7-9 p.m. Errington Hall. 250228-2467
MACULAR DEGENERATION SUPPORT GROUP
St. Stephen’s Church, Qualicum Beach. Served every Thurs. 11:30am-1pm Evening meal 3rd Tues. of every month 5:30-7pm
Nous Chantons every Wed., 1:30-3:30pm 250-248-8714
Art classes. By donation. Wed. 11-3pm 250248-8185
Each Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon The Meadows hall (off Morison) 250-248-6176
EVERYVOICE SINGERS
Meets 2nd Thurs. of month at Little Qualicum Hall, Centre Rd, QB at 1:30pm 250-752-1542
EATING DISORDERS — OA GROUP
OS COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL
EVERYDAY PHILOSOPHY GROUP
Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. 250-752-9178
LITTLE QUALICUM WOMEN’S INSTITUTE
COMMUNITY MEALS
4th Wed. of month at 2 p.m. 250-248-2670
Meets Sept. 6, 7-9 p.m., Parksville Community Centre, Red Cedars room. 250-248-61771
MOOD DISORDER ASSOCIATION
every Thursday
SINGING IN FRENCH
STORYTIMES
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Ages 12-19 meets on Wednesdays, 6:30-9 p.m. 250-248-2677
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Thursday night. 8-10:30 p.m. Rotary Hall, Qualicum Beach4395/250-468-5555
St. Stephen’s Church, Qualicum Beach on Wednesdays from 4-6 pm weekly
ROTARY CLUB OF Q.B. SUNRISE
SEA CADETS
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Join us for fun afternoons of floor curling. Wed. or Fri. Call Bill: 250-248-6689
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Mondays, 7-9:30 p.m. Springwood School. Parksville 250-248-8857 Carpet bowling, Mon. 10-11:30 a.m. 250-248-9281
Q.B. Legion 2nd Wed.(lunch) & last Wednesday (dinner) at 6:30 p.m. each month. 250-2484395/250-468-5555
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Weekly exercise classes Wed. mornings, 11:30 a.m. Eagles Hall. 250-947-9246
JUNIOR TENNIS Springwood Courts, 6:30-7:30pm 250248-7359
LADIES AFTERNOON BADMINTON 1:30-3 p.m. Parksville Community Centre. 250-468-7194
BRADLEY CENTRE, 10-11:15am Low impact aerobic at your pace. 250-248-3161
OS WOMEN’S BUSINESS NETWORK
every Saturday
QUALICUM BEACH MUSEUM Antiques, collectible and art market. Third Saturday of every month. 587 Beach Road
Meets the 3rd Thurs. of each month Register online for our next meeting at www.owbn.ca
V.I. SCRAPBOOKER’S CLUB
LA RCL NO. 211 BOWSER
COLON CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Meetings 1st Thursday of each month 250-757-8666
NORTHWEST BAY GARDEN CLUB Meets 1st Thursday of month at Nanoose Library, Northwest Bay Road at 7:30pm 250-468-1665
Club meets third Saturday monthly at Nanoose Place. First Saturday each month. Cancer Society Office, 172 W. 2nd Ave., Qualicum Beach. 250-951-0425
RAVENSONG MASTERS SWIM CLUB Saturdays 7-8 a.m. 250-248-9883
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