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Let the derby begin Changes to Clutesi Haven Marina mean this could be the final year for Salmon Fest. But organizers hope not.

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lutesi Haven Marina was relatively quiet on Tuesday morning.

Three boats slunk in and out of the launch and some passersby watched as a seal frolicked by a green marker just outside the launch.

But things will change on Friday as the 41st Annual Port Alberni Salmon Festival kicks off.

For four days the marina will swarm with crowds, entertainment, volunteers and vendors.

The weekend could be bittersweet: escalating costs are forcing salmon festival organizers to evaluate whether this will be the final salmon festival.

“We’ll see if there is a No. 42 after we crunch the numbers from this one,” festival organizer Dan Washington said. “The board said let’s go for it this year so we’ll see where it goes.”

According to Washington, changes to the marina grounds and liability requirements significantly raised the event’s costs.

“The festival is 41 years old and you could say it’s going through a mid-life crisis,” he said.

Earlier this year, the marina office building was demolished for safety reasons.

The salmon festival society used the building’s meeting room and washrooms, and the side wall served as support for an awning that covered the seating area for the salmon barbecue.

Subsequently, organizers have had to shell out for a portable trailer for an office, porta-potties with hand washing stations as well as large tents that will now serve

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Bob Van Nes from Black Creek displays his 28-pound spring just before cleaning it on Monday afternoon at Clutesi Haven Marina. Van Nes caught his fish near Coulson’s in the Alberni Canal.

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Salmon Festival organizer Dan Washington says the board will reassess its position after this year’s festival.

as the seating area.

“There will still be a sitdown area so people can stay out of rain — or sun, I hope

— but we’ve had to redesign it because of the building,” Washington said.

River Road is considered a

provincial highway, therefore a professional flagging firm is now used. And professional security personnel are required.

Professional flag services cost the society between $6,000 and $7,000 for the weekend, Washington said.

“Back in the day we used to be able to ask a ball team to do the flagging and security for us,” Washington said.

“But we have to bite the bullet and hire professionals now.”

Derby participant numbers also impact the society’s bottom line.

Washington says an estimated 2,000 to 3,000 people will participate in the derby this year, which is up from 2,600 in 2011.

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money left over to donate to things like salmon enhancement, bursaries and scholarships,” Washington said.

The society will see what’s left after the dust has cleared and determine what the options are afterward.

The worst-case scenario would see the festival cease completely.

But a second option would see the society try to negotiate partnerships with the Alberni Valley’s corporate community to keep the family event alive.

The idea would work by having a company sponsor the festival itself and other companies sponsor the vendors and possibly the entertainment.

The concept is already in practice with Quality Foods sponsoring the fireworks display on Friday night to kick off the event.

The event has served as a major fundraiser for Kiwanis, Lions, the AV Rescue Squad and other service groups.

Those agencies help a lot of people and other groups in turn, so the trickle-down in the event of a cessation would be a corrosive spiral.

“If it doesn’t continue then the Valley will change without it. “We’ll have to look at some form of commercialization if we want to continue,” Washington said.

Meanwhile, preparations for the salmon festival were cranking up on Monday.

Volunteers began to erect the skeletons of vendor booths and unload tables from a trailer.

The entertainment will be as local as possible to give home grown entertainers exposure and a few dollars as well.

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Coal mine still subject to review Scott StAnfield Black Press

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Carter Nelson, 11, holds up a 25-pound chinook he caught behind Holm Island, using an MP16 hoochie, on Sunday. Nelson was cleaning his fish at Clutesi Haven Marina.

Assessment review panel recruits members The provincial property assessment review panel is seeking members in the Port Alberni area.

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The proposed Raven Underground Coal Mine project is still subject to federal scrutiny, unlike nearly 500 other projects in B.C. in the wake of a revised Canadian Environmental Assessment Act. According to the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency, projects that were undergoing a comprehensive study when provisions of the act came into effect last month will continue to follow requirements of the former act.

Under the former, the CEAA is responsible for conducting a comprehensive study of Compliance Coal Corporation’s proposed underground mine in Baynes Sound.

The mine is expected to produce about 30 million tonnes of coal and rock over a 16-year period.

The product would be trucked to a facility in Port Alberni.

The total mine site surface footprint is expected to be about 200 hectares along with two hectares at the port facility.

A comprehensive study report needs to be provided to the federal government “no later than six months of government time after CEAA 2012 came into force,” environmental assessment officer Rob Hajdù said by e-mail.

The proposed mine has been met with widespread opposition at public hearings and during a public comment period.

CoalWatch Comox Valley president John Snyder considers

the environmental assessment process to be “pretty flawed from what we’ve seen.

“All the comments we’ve submitted thus far on a lot of our key issues like hydrology and the marine studies, it looks like they haven’t been (properly) addressed and won’t be addressed.

“We can cross that bridge once we get to the next stage, which is the application stage.”

In June, the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Guidelines/ Application Information Requirements (AIR) document was issued to the proponent, which must meet specified requirements when submitting the EIS/ Application.

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2013 Community Investment Program (CIP) (Formerly Grants-in-Aid) Orientation Workshop The City of Port Alberni invites local non-profit groups and organizations to attend an Orientation Workshop on the 2013 Community Investment Program. This program replaces the former Grants-in-Aid program. The CIP includes in-kind services and community development grants. The workshop will outline the criteria for applying and program priorities and guidelines. Application forms will be made available at the workshop. The deadline for applying for the CIP is Wednesday, October 5, 2012.

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The Port Alberni Salmon Festival is back for its 41st run at Clutesi Haven Marina. The event kicks off on Friday night at 6 p.m with the Quality Foods fireworks show at 9 p.m.

Fishermen’s Breakfast is every morning at the marina, plus a plethora of entertainment every day. Closing ceremonies are on Sunday.

Please note: that any requests for in kind use of City facilities, equipment or services or for financial contributions to community organizations or events for 2013 are directed through the Community Investment Program.

In order to be eligible to apply for support under the CIP, the organization must have a member attend an Orientation Workshop.

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You know what next week is, don’t you? Sure you do. Admit it — you’re excited. It’s back to school for the kids! Take the edge off your stress by doublechecking you’ve got their supplies and dial their bedtimes back. Watch www.sd70.bc.ca for any updates.

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The event starts with a social at 6:30 p.m. and meeting at 7 p.m. For more info set your communicator to 250-724-7293.

Space is limited. Register for the workshop by calling the Front Desk at Echo Centre (250 723-2181). CIP information brochures can be picked up from City Hall or Echo Centre.

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“They will be taking a lot of courses that are directly related to disability management, but they might also need a psychology, or an anthropology or a philosophy or other courses that would round out their education. And that’s what we offer,” Lindsay said.

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North Island College president Jan Lindsay, right, and PCU-WHS president Wolfgang Zimmermann sign a memorandum of agreement designed to increase cooperation between the two schools.

“It’s a great opportunity,” PCU-WHS president Wolfgang Zimmermann said.

“Students could complete a twoyear program at NIC, at any of their campuses, then come to PCU-WHS to complete another two years for their Bachelor of Science in Workplace Health Sciences, with a specialty in Disability Management.”

Zimmermann said the majority of PCUWHS courses would be available online, but students would spent at least part of their studies at the Port Alberni campus.

“We are following the Royal Roads University model of

distributive learning, where you will be expected to complete some of your courses on site, and the rest would be available online,” he said.

“This is an international market today. The Internet has allowed students to seek out educational opportunities anywhere in the world.”

Under the MOA, the two institutions will also explore the possibilities of an exchange of expertise at the faculty level.

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Lindsay said the goal is to provide students with more choices in designing their education.

“We have already started to partner with other organizations to do that,” Lindsay said.

“For example, we recently signed off on a dual-admission agreement with Vancouver Island University. So this is another opportunity to add to what we can do for our students.”

NIC recently signed a $2.7 million program development agreement with the Vancouver Island Health Authority to expand the range

of health-related programs being offered.

NIC currently offers a number of two-year programs leading towards a nursing degree.

The PCU-WHS agreement provides a new career track, Lindsay said.

“They may say, ‘I don’t really want to become a nurse, but I’m really interested in disability management, so I can take my two-year diploma and move on to this type of degree,’” she said.

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Nazlyn Pirani from Canada World Youth appeared before Port Alberni council earlier this month to explain the work CWY does in supporting youth leadership.

Pirani explained that this year’s Youth Leaders in Action exchange will be in Vietnam for the first time.

Nine youth from Canada and nine youth from Vietnam will spend three months in Vietnam starting in September.

The students will then return to Port Alberni for the final three months.

A Port Alberni couple is facing drug charges for the second time in two months after a police raid on a home netted marijuana and drug equipment.

RCMP members served a warrant at a suspected drug house on the 4800 block of Dunbar Street on Saturday afternoon, RCMP Cpl. Jen Allan said. The bust was part of an uptown drug crackdown, Allan added.

An unspecified amount of BC Bud, scales and other drug paraphernalia were seized by police.

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Five people at the home were detained by police. Two of them – a 56-yearold woman and her 44-year-old boyfriend – were taken into custody.

The pair faces possession for the purpose of trafficking in a controlled substance and breach of undertaking charges, Allan said.

The couple is known to police.

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Healthy fish run: DFO From / 3 The vendors will largely be the same, save for one. The Beta Sigma Phi will not be operating a pie booth this year. Instead, the sorority will run the fishermen’s breakfast Saturday, Sunday and Monday mornings. “They were down to about seven volunteers and couldn’t do it this year,� Washington said. “VIHA requirements don’t allow them to bake their pies at home

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Fishing-wise, things are looking pretty good, said area Department of Fisheries and Oceans Fisheries manager Bill Shaw.

The chinook run size is 34,000 pieces with a 10,000 surplus, Shaw said.

The bag limit is two per day with a possession limit of four fish.

On Monday, the fish cutting table at the marina was doing a brisk business.

Former Port Alberni resident Bill Hyde was cleaning a 24-pound spring while his fishing buddy Bob Van Nes from Black Creek clean caught a 28-pound spring. Both were caught near the Coulson’s facility in the canal.

Salmon Fest received an early shot in the arm as no commercial or aboriginal fisheries were scheduled to be held before the derby. reporter@albernivalleynews.com Twitter.com/AlberniNews

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In late June, a police bust at a small scale grow op on the same block of Dunbar Street yielded several pounds of marijuana.

The same couple is facing drug possession and trafficking charges as a result of that incident, Allan said.

Residents are encouraged to report suspected drug activity to the local detachment by calling 723-2424 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS.

School District 70 (Alberni) Welcomes All Students for School Opening The following schools will RE-OPEN for the 2012-2013 school year on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2012 as follows: ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: Alberni Elementary 10:00 am - 12:00 noon Eighth Avenue 10:00 am - 12:00 noon Gill 10:00 am - 12:00 noon Howitt 10:00 am - 12:00 noon Maquinna 10:00 am - 12:00 noon Wood 10:00 am - 12:00 noon MIDDLE SCHOOLS: Neill Middle School 10:00 am - 12:00 noon Ecole E.J. Dunn Middle School 10:00 am - 12:00 noon

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VAST: New students for Vast or Options Focus must submit applications now to avoid a wait list. Vast is open the week of August 27 for applications and registration. Registration interviews will continue all September on a ďŹ rst-come basis. Current ADSS students must have a referral from ADSS before an interview will be given. The Vast ofďŹ ce is open 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. each day to pick up or drop off applications. Returning Vast students must contact your advisor the week of September 4 or come into the ofďŹ ce. For further information please contact 723-3744.

ADULT EDUCATION: SD70 offers ADULT EDUCATION at several locations including Vast, CHOICES, Ditidaht, ToďŹ no Hot Springs and our Tseshaht Centre. For more information on all of these sites contact Mr. Peter Klaver or Mr. David Maher at Vast. All sessions are individual self-paced and students can start at anytime by appling now!

CHOICES DL: Returning CHOICES families will be contacted by their teacher-advisor during the week of September 6 regarding startup procedures. New applicants should contact Mr. Sean Petersen at 723-3744. It is possible for students in grades 10-12 at ADSS to take more courses by distance or online through CHOICES while still attending ADSS. These students should contact their school counsellor or Mr. Peterson directly.

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City won’t act on River Road traffic issue JuLIA CARANCI SPECIAL TO NEwS

The city won’t be doing anything soon about what is arguably the most irritating and hotly debated traffic issue in Port Alberni.

City officials say unless significant new development occurs, there is no justification for improving traffic flow at the intersection of River Road (Hwy. 4) and Beaver Creek Road.

Traffic data reveals it is far from being the

sites that each recorded five crashes last year.

Port Alberni city councillor Wendy Kerr brought up the intersection at the Aug. 13 council meeting, noting drivers are frustrated by long waits there and, “a lot of people won’t even try to turn onto River Road from Beaver Creek.”

After reviewing the statistics for the site, Kerr noted higher traffic volume over the summer months is, “the price we pay for tourism.

most crash-prone spot in the city.

ICBC crash data for Port Alberni reveals the top accident site in 2011 was Gertrude Street and Roger Street and Stamp Avenue, which had a total of 15 accidents.

Tied for second place with 10 crashes at each site were: Gertrude and Johnston Road; 10th Avenue at Redford Street; and Fourth Avenue and Dunbar Street.

Beaver Creek Road and River Road were among 18 additional

“It certainly is a problem, but it is a very seasonal problem,” she said.

Kerr conceded it would be difficult to justify spending the money to install a light there.

She did propose alternate solutions, including moving the location of the entrance/exit to Clutesi Haven Marina, and signage warning drivers to slow down and watch out for pedestrians.

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Over the summer months, thousands of cars travel through the city to the West Coast of Vancouver Island each day.

At the close of Thunder in the Valley over the Aug. 11–13 weekend, traffic along Hwy. 4 heading into the city was congested for hours, and drivers attempting to turn left onto River Road from Beaver Creek Road were forced to wait for rare breaks in traffic flow, or for a good Samaritan to let them in.

City engineer Guy Cicon confirmed he receives many inquiries about the junction.

A report was done on the intersection in 2007, prompted in part by the possibility of future development at nearby Clutesi Haven Marina and Stirling Field. If either (or both) sites are developed, traffic will increase, meaning more delays and a greater potential for accidents, the report noted.

The Ministry of Transportation (MOT), the city, ICBC and the Port Alberni Port Authority partnered on the

report, which focused on, the performance and operation of that intersection, Cicon said.

The MOT was involved because River Road is part of the provincial highway network.

‘It certainly is a problem, but it is a very seasonal problem.’

– wendy Kerr The study found the frequency of collisions at the intersection is low, as is the frequency of severe collisions.

“The safety benefits of any implements are relatively low,” said Cicon.

Peak traffic times there occur at noon and in the evenings, and July is the top month for car volume.

At these times the level of service at the intersection is at its worst.

July is also the month when the most collisions take place at the intersection, the report noted.

If the city were to take action, it could

take the form of either channeling traffic with curbing; a roundabout; or the installation of a traffic light.

The cost of installing a light would be approximately $300,000.

Cicon pointed out the intersection meets just three of nine criteria the MOT uses to consider funding such improvements, meaning the city would likely be stuck with the bill.

No development has taken place in the area since the study was done and traffic counts are relatively stable. There are no plans to take action concerning the intersection, Cicon said.

As for Gertrude, Roger and Stamp, Cicon said changes have been made to reduce accidents, including the addition of a median and changes to the lanes.

He pointed out a recent intersection receiving attention in Victoria was the site of 169 crashes last year, and that Port Alberni’s total crash counts are significantly lower than in many other island communities.

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EDITORIAL

Traffic’s not going away The City of Port Alberni has decided not to deal with traffic issues at the intersection of River Road and Beaver Creek Road because congestion is a seasonal issue right now, and development of the area isn’t imminent.

With the upcoming construction of a new Ford dealership on Beaver Creek Road, and possibilities for the Clutesi Haven Marina site, we hope the city isn’t simply sweeping this issue under the carpet in hopes it will disappear.

The intersection at Roger Street, Gertrude Street and Stamp Avenue recorded the highest number of fender-benders last year, according to ICBC statistics. A median and lane markings have improved the area, however it can still be a scary place for drivers.

While many people have asked for a traffic light in front of the marina on River Road, we would like to hear some dialogue on traffic circles for each of these intersections. A traffic circle or roundabout is a circular intersection without stop signs or electronic lights.

A two-lane traffic circle on River Road could alleviate congestion and allow for smoother access to new development. A similar entity at the confluence of Roger, Stamp and Gertrude might also have a calming effect on traffic accidents.

Traffic circles, long the butt of travellers’ jokes—recall the scene in National Lampoon’s European Vacation, when the Griswalds get stuck in the roundabout in London—are cropping up in more North American cities as communities come up with different ways to deal with congestion.

We think they’re worth a look for Port Alberni.

Society is studying projects to death TOM FLETCHER B.C. Views

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ICTORIA – NDP leader Adrian Dix has announced that one of his first acts as premier would be to withdraw B.C. from the joint review of the Enbridge pipeline proposal from Alberta to Kitimat.

The two-year federalled review will be mostly done by next May, but Dix proposes to start a new provincial assessment to examine at the B.C. portion. He doesn’t know how much it would cost, and under questioning he all but admitted the intention is to study the pipeline to death.

Fresh from a summer tour of the pipeline route to reaffirm solidarity with its opponents, Dix is hardly in a position to consider anything but maximum resistance. As Premier Christy Clark did in her showdown with Alberta over benefits, Dix

hinted that provincial permits for river and wildlife crossings would be made as expensive as possible, if not refused.

The same fate awaits the Kinder Morgan plan to twin the existing TransMountain oil pipeline to Burnaby. Dix left the impression that he would undo the years of work that have gone into bringing some rational sense to environmental approvals that can be, and have been, dragged out for years.

The B.C. hearings would provide another platform for opponents, and more complaints to justify refusal at the provincial level, to go along with court cases and directaction protests.

Speaking of which, the frontal assault by agitators at the federal Enbridge hearings has mostly petered out. After 4,000-odd people were signed up to speak, most

didn’t bother, and some hearings were cancelled.

Apparently slacktivists such as “Jonathan L. Seagull” and “Cave Man” didn’t make it out of their Vancouver basement suites to tell the panel oil is bad.

Professional environmentalists are now wringing their hands over Ottawa’s decision to leave smaller-scale reviews to the province.

This means, for example, that there won’t be a duplicate federal review of the urgently needed refit of the John Hart Dam on the Campbell River.

One reader suggested that environmental pioneer Roderick HaigBrown is still spinning in his grave over the damming of this legendary salmon river.

Perhaps, but that was in 1947. Does it make sense today to lard pointless bureaucracy onto a

‘...Dix is hardly in a position to consider anything but maximum resistance.’

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reconstruction that replaces wooden pipes and provides earthquake protection, without expanding river impact?

NDP environment critic Rob Fleming hammered away at the B.C. Liberals about this in the spring, reminding them that Auditor General John Doyle had exposed a lack of resources in the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office, even before Ottawa’s changes.

Fleming makes it sound like a huge new burden has been dumped on B.C. False. Provincial assessment already must be done with the participation of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Transport Canada, the provincial ministries of natural resources and energy and mines, and of course aboriginal communities. This is why it’s so long and expensive.

And don’t be fooled into believing that a federal review would go out and count the tadpoles and caribou again. It’s only the desk jobs that have proliferated.

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Refinery won’t solve problems To the Editor, Re: $13-billion refinery proposed for Kitimat, www. albernivalleynews. com Black’s $13-billion refinery does absolutely nothing to alleviate the horrific environmental/ economic disasters that could potentially arise from the integrated Enbridge pipeline. This refinery and pipeline is simply a pipe dream ... leave it as such.

Wayne Dwernychuk, Parksville

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Yes – 12 No – 4 This week’s question: Should the city consider using traffic circles to ease vehicular congestion?

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Political gestures are just wasteful From / 10 There weren’t just two levels of duplicate review, but three. Earlier in their mandate, the B.C. Liberals exempted major projects such as mines and energy generation from local government control, citing the “provincial interest” similar to the federal authority over projects that cross provincial borders.

I agree with the NDP that B.C. environmental

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assessment needs more resources, in particular to do the follow-up on approved projects, as called for by the auditor general.

Forest management needs more money too. All the more reason not to waste resources on political gestures.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

To the Editor, I would like to thank all the people that helped to make the Centennial Home Coming Weekend Car Show the success that it was.

I wanted to have a “locals only” show that would live up to Port Alberni’s label as being “Car Town”, and I think we accomplished that.

We had a total of 235 vehicles on display, and all of them were locally or former resident owned.

Unfortunately the hot weather took its toll and the

turnout was less than expected. To those guys that brought out more than one vehicle, my sincere thanks; I know the effort you went through to do it.

Special thanks go out to my friends, sponsors and supporters who helped me put on the show and donated prizes.

Thank you to all those who braved the heat to attend. I hope you enjoyed the show and memorabilia.

Satch Willis, Centennial car show co-ordinator

Gov’t decision was torturous To the Editor, On Aug. 23, 1985 the federal government of Canada signed the U.N. Convention against Torture.

Article 2 of the convention prohibits torture, and requires parties to take effective measures to prevent it in any territory under its jurisdiction.

This prohibition is absolute. “No exceptional circumstances whatsoever” may be invoked to justify torture, including war, threat of war, internal political instability, public emergency,

terrorist acts, violent crime, or any form of armed conflict.

Torture cannot be justified as a means to protect public safety or prevent emergencies. Neither can it be justified by orders from superior officers or public officials.

Since the convention’s entry into force, this absolute prohibition has become accepted as a principle of customary international law.

Yet, it was revealed in the Canadian Press on Aug. 24, that the Harper government has quietly given Canada’s national police force and the federal border agency the authority to use and share information that was likely extracted through torture.

Newly disclosed records show Public Safety Minister Vic Toews issued the directives to the RCMP and the Canada Border Services Agency shortly after giving similar orders to Canada’s spy service.

In using, or showing the willingness to use, information obtained through torture, Mr. Harper and Mr. Toews are condoning the use of torture contrary

to international law.

This is just plain wrong.

But if integrity has no meaning to the Harper government, they should at least be aware that information obtained through torture is usually inaccurate.

Barbara Cooper, Port Alberni

Was letter fact or fiction?

To the Editor, Re: Schooled about boarding school, Letters, Aug. 23.

I have a question for Liz Stonard of Port Alberni regarding her statement “as many as 50 per cent of Canadian Indian residential school children never even made it home from school. They died away from their home and family.”

Is this a fact or your personal opinion?

Audrey Smith, Port Alberni

Applauding ladies’ group To the Editor, Gender politics is really nothing new; doesn’t the provincial NDP have regulations about how many women run as candidates?

According to Parksville local

media, those attending the ladiesonly meeting with Premier Christy Clark last week were delighted with how things turned out.

Reports state there was a “booming applause” when the premier mentioned protecting our coastline against tankers; I only hope that the applauding ladies have checked how other countries treat their resources, and their international trade.

For example, the United Arab Emirates just built a 380-kilometre pipeline across the desert and Hajar Mountains to a new oil terminal at Fujairah on the Gulf Of Oman; the UAE now safeguards its export of crude oil.

The applauding ladies—who demand cash-strapped governments provide better health-care services, better daycare and schools for their offspring, better senior care for their parents, etc, etc—must be aware that B.C. and Canada would greatly benefit by exporting refined bitumen products via pipeline and tankers.

Otherwise, we will all be left eating dust.

Bernie Smith, Parksville

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We regret that, due to the volume of letters we receive, not all will be printed.

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“I perceive that God is not a respecter of persons.” Acts 10:34. “Respecter of persons” literally is “one who receives the face”, and means one who distinguishes between persons on the basis of outward appearances. I heard about a young man with long hair and tattered clothes who entered a church and walked up near the front pew and sat down cross-legged. As the sound of whispering spread through the congregation, an old elder walked up from the back. All eyes were on him as the curious onlookers wondered what he would do. The elder sat down next to him, crossed his legs and enjoyed the morning service. Apparently he didn’t see a long-haired street person disturbing a worship service but a child of God and he wanted to accept as he was.

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Our writer: Valley Seniors is a monthly feature compiled by Orlando Delano and featuring residents living in Port Alberni seniors complexes.

A crooner at heart ENTERTAINER: | Hector Tourangeau sings country and western at seniors’ facilities.

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Phil Dietrich and Eileen Unger look after the barbecue at the Abbeyfield House 10th anniversary and open house earlier this month.

Abbeyfield celebrates Last Sunday dozens of people attended an open house to celebrate Abbeyfield House’s 10th anniversary.

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Tourangeau has volunteered his time playing country and western music in seniors homes in the Alberni Valley for decades.

“I enjoy giving my time to entertain others, because it is also good for me,” says Tourangeau.

The longtime local musician was born in St. Paul, Alta., and has been a Valley resident since 1965. “I came to Port Alberni from Armstrong, B.C., to help my brother who had a small sawmill here. Later on I worked at APD until my retirement 22 years ago,” he said.

Tourangeau’s love for music began when his father, also a musician, bought him

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Hector Tourangeau has entertained in seniors’ care homes for many years.

his first guitar from Simpsons-Sears. From there on, he started entertaining by playing and singing

at parties, dances and other events.

In the 1980s, Tourangeau played and sang with his

wife, children, and later his grandchildren.

“Grace, my wife, who passed away 17 years ago, used to play the keyboard and I played guitar. It was fun to play at pub nights and dances at Fir Park Village and later at other homes.

Today, I played the keyboard and with May, my wife of 15 years, we entertain at most senior homes for various occasions.”

Throughout the years, Tourangeau has also been part of musical groups and played with individual performers such as Country Echoes, Murray Bannister, Venita, Sally Francoeur, Bernie Major, etc.

Hector Tourangeau is considered by many a true western country musician who has given his time and talent to many in this community.

Workshop helps families deal with dementia What happens when a family member gets a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias?

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ICF asks for trestle cash ACRD: | Group comes to regional district for money.

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The Island Corridor Foundation needs infrastructure upgrades and it wants the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District’s help to pay for them.

ICF officials Graham Bruce and Ken McRae made their pitch to ACRD directors at a board meeting on Aug. 8, ACRD official Wendy Thomson said.

According to minutes from the meeting, Bruce said that the federal and provincial governments provided the ICF with $17.5 million dollars for track restoration on the Vancouver Island Railway between Victoria and Courtenay.

But the ICF needs $5 million more for bridge and trestle repair, and the foundation is asking its five member regional districts to help raise the amount.

The money would be raised through taxing regional districts by

an amount rumoured to be 70 cents per $100,000 in property value.

Bruce sketched some broad strokes but the details need to be examined and discussed before a final decision is made, ACRD vice chair Cindy Solda said.

“This is a financial matter so of course there are going to be a lot of questions asked,” Solda said in a telephone interview.

Chief among Solda’s concerns is the precedent opening the ACRD’s wallet would set if it agrees to pay for the upgrades.

“Is this a one-off or is this going to become a regular thing,” Solda asked, adding that the project could incur further costs. “And this is a federal responsibility so they (ICF) should go back and lobby them.”

Another concern is when upgrade work would finally get around to Port Alberni.

Chairman Glenn Wong and CAO Russell Dyson will attend an ICF meeting regarding the trestle work and report back to the board. reporter@albernivalleynews.com

Smell gas?

Get out, then call:

SUSAN QUINN/AlberNI VAlley NewS

FortisBC’s 24-hour Emergency Line at 1-800-663-9911, or 911.

Bench bosses

Members of the Port Alberni Toy Run join Bus Stop Ads owner Rodney Wade, third from front, at the corner of Kingsway Avenue and Argyle Street, where Wade has donated a bench ad to the charity. Vince Gladstone, second from front, designed the centennial Toy Run logo featuring a 1912 Indian motorcycle and the No. 7 steam train.

Natural gas is used safely in homes across B.C. every day. FortisBC adds an odourant that smells like rotten eggs or sulphur. If there’s a leak, you’ll smell it.

Fortis 4x7

BACK TO SCHOOL CONTEST

FortisBC uses the FortisBC name and logo under license

from Fortis Inc. (08/12 11-001.5A)

Shoppers ENTER TO WIN Justin Bieber’s 3x4NEW Fragrance Girlfriend with a JB tote bay, with any cosmetic purchase.

August 31 to September 3

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Desks & Dining Wynans 7x2.5 Starting at 00 $

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2012

Weekdays 10 - 5:30 Saturdays 10 - 5

LADIES...

Catch a SALE! BACK TO SCHOOL BRA SALE • Chantelle • Passionata • Mia • Valisere • Coobies • Triumph

25%

OFF

All Weekend

• Kiwanis World Famous BBQ Salmon • KUU-US Crisis Line Trip Raffle • Beta Sigma Phi Ice Cream • Rotary $ 10,000 Raffle • ADSS Dance Team • Kiwanis Bavarian Garden • AV Rescue Club $ 1,000 Raffle • Homemade Pies

Friday Aug. 31

• Wacoal • VanElle • Unbelievabra • Anita • Amoena

September 1st - 8th

Tel: (250) 723-0966 • Fax: (250) 723-4114 • www.boutiquebellesamies.ca

5344 Argyle Street, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 1T8

We have Boat Smart examS

Good Luck Fishermen!

3680 4th Ave., Port Alberni, BC 250-724-2322

Schedule of Events

7:00 PM - 7:30 PM 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM 9:00 PM

Opening Ceremonies Billionaire Baby Queens Fire Works (Quality Foods)

Saturday Aug. 31 5:00 AM - 10:00 AM 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM 10:00 AM - Noon 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM 1:30 pm - 2:45 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Beta Sigma Phi Fisherman’s Breakfast Kids Art Rave Celebrity Dunk Tank Camp Fire Lance No Dal Karaoke Contest No Dal Daniel Martin & The Goat Boys

www.pymarine.com pymarine@island.net

18 years experience

Auto Repair

• 12 to 50 Cubic Yards • Demolition & Waste Removal

Scott Clydesdale Open: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 4938 Burde Street, Port Alberni, B.C.

250-720-3836

Wire Rope/Fittings Wire Rope/Fittings Wire Rope/Fittings Fire Extinguisher Fire Extinguisher Sales Inspections Fire& Extinguisher Sales & Inspections Sales & Inspections

250-723-3332

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Strata Lot 21 Haggard Cove $279,900

20% OFF ALL in-stock

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3149 Kingsway Avenue • Port Alberni, BC V9Y 3B2

250-724-3241

4907 Argyle Street

• Situated in BC’s #1 sports fishing area, the Barkley Sound.

• This jewel is known for salmon, halibut, and cod fishing along with excellent prawning and crabbing.

• Haggard Cove is a strata titled community of 61 lots.

• This property is ideal for partnerships or family retreat who enjoy what beautiful British Columbia has to offer.

www.macdermott.com

John Stilinovic Associate Broker

724-4725

E-mail: john@albernihomes4u.ca www.albernihomes4u.ca

Mid-Island Realty

Each Office is Independently Owned & Operated

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August 30th September 3rd

2012

Alberni Valley Lions Club

Bullhead Derby

Schedule of Events

Sunday Sept. 2 5:00 AM - 10:00 AM 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sunday, Sept. 2

Registration Starts 8:30 am

Beta Sigma Phi Fishermen’s Breakfast Bullhead Derby Kids Art Rave Bounce Around Kids Corner (ADSS Cheer Leaders) Stories On Wheels (Kids Show) Bullhead Derby Award Presentation Bobbi The Clown Tai Chi Demonstration Chris Witoski Des Larson www.deslarson.ca Karaoke Contest Chris Witoski Paul Black Trio

up to and including age 12

Fish must be measured by 10:45 am (please wear lifejackets)

Prizes sponsored by: CANADIAN TIRE

Labour Day Hours:

Saturday Aug. 31 5:00 AM - 10:00 AM 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Aug. 30: 8 am - 7 pm Aug. 31: 8 am - 9 pm Sept. 1: 8 am - 6 pm Sept. 1 & 2: 8 am- 5 pm

Beta Sigma Phi Fishermen’s Breakfast Birgit Kuit Kids Corner (ADSS Cheer Leaders) Bounce Around Alex Vissia Closing Ceremony

Join us for Breakfast!

Perceptor Gamma Beta

The fish are biting...

So are the bugs!

(Salmon Festival Pie Booth Ladies)

have changed their venue and invite you to Join them for Breakfast!

Saturday, Sunday & Monday, 6:00am to 10:00am

OUCH!

Labour Day weekend hours: Sat 10-5 Closed Sunday and Monday 5057 Southgate St.

e nt • N

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250-723-9323

• Fishing Tackle • Fly Tying • Rod Shop • Hunting Supplies • Archery Supplies • Licenses & Bait • Camping Equipment OPEN EVERY DAY at 8:00 am www.gonefishingshop.com 250-723-1172 • 5069 Johnston Rd. Port Alberni, B.C.

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Alberni Valley Lions Club

PLEASE DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE.

/FINANCE

First Repair, then $1500 for each additional repair

3599 3rd Ave. Port Alberni • Fax: 250-723-9499 • (250) 723-3712

Haggard Cove Strata Lots 65, 66, & 67 $179,000 each ment is just 25 miles from Port Alberni and a few miles from Bamfield offering world class fishing, diving, whale watching and the true West Coast experience.

Common facilities include substantial protected marina, sewer system, fresh water system and internal roads. Strata Haggard Cove. This 61 residential strata lot community lot 65, 66, & 67 offer fabulous views from is a jewel setting beautiful Barkley Sound on the West these vacant building lot. Build your West Coast of Vancouver Island. This water access develop- Coast retreat and start living the dream.

Lorena & Rusty / Owners

Open 6 Days: Mon. - Fri: 9 am - 5 pm • Sat: 9 am - 4 pm

alberniglass@shaw.ca

info@alportinsurance.ca 3767 10th Ave., Port Alberni, B.C. (10th Ave Plaza) • 250-723-2545

John Stilinovic

Sales & Service Authorized Dealers of:

Associate Broker

724-4725

E-mail: john@albernihomes4u.ca www.albernihomes4u.ca

Marine Accessories Certified Marine Technicians

Mid-Island Realty

Each Office is Independently Owned & Operated

www.lamarine.ca

4453 10th Ave, Port Alberni, BC

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10,995

2008 Chevy Cobalt lt

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2002 silverado 2500

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9,85000

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2005 trailblazer ext

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16,25000

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SAle

12,50000

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A few seats left in the 1500 hour Hair Dressing Diploma, 3 seats left in the 400 hour Nail Technician Diploma, 5 seats left in the 1000 hour Esthectics Diploma.

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Attention Parents of Grade 11 & 12 students - Alter Ego Studio is affiliated with SD70 and is providing work experience for high school credits for grade 11 & 12 students and the Hair Dressing Diploma Program for Grade 12 students. Alter Ego Studio & Scotiabank representatives can provide you with information on alternative financial options.

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September 17 to 18 with Sarah Brune Bach Flower Level 1: Learn uses for 32 Bach Flower Remedies. $325.00 September 19 to 21 with Lori MacLeod Reiki Level 1/II Reiki Self Development and Bodywork. $395.00 September 24 to 28 with Sue Peters Energy Medicine Life Skills and Shaman Practices. $395.00 October 1 to October 3 with Lori MacLeod Chakra Bodypoints Workshop: Learnto balance the Chakras using the Auric Body Points. $395.00 November 19 to 21 with Lori MacLeod Hot Waterstone Shiatsu Massage Workshop: Learn to unlock blockage and tension through massage with Hot Stones. $595.00 December 10 to 14 with Georgina Cyr Modern Iridology Seminar. $795.00

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Start your degree close to home with a variety of university level courses available this fall Getting started is easier than you think

Cultural Anthropology (ANT-150)

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Discover the cross-cultural study of human diversity while exploring social, political and economic organization, religion, and the future of humanity.

Length: Sep–Dec 2012 Tuition: $265 approx

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Introduction to Criminology (CRM-101)

This introductory criminology course focuses on the elements of continuity and discontinuity between traditional and contemporary theories of crime, deviance, criminality, and social control.

Length: Sep–Dec 2012 Tuition: $265 approx

Historical Reactions to Criminal and Deviant Behaviour (HIS-260) Take an historical perspective when learning about the changing definitions of deviancy, societal reactions to violent or criminal activity, and public policies to counteract prohibited behaviour.

Length: Sep-Dec 2012 Tuition: $265 approx

Teaching: The Human Interaction (EDU-101) Interested in becoming a teacher? Learn the skills necessary to positively interact in one-on-one and group settings. Develop the competencies to work effectively with children, youth, and adults.

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Explore the major areas of biology in this course.

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Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled Days Off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051 THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Grapple Yarder Operators (144,044) • Hooktenders • Chasers • 2nd Loader/Buckers • Hydraulic Log Loader/Hoe Forward Operators • Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers (Pacific) • Heavy Duty Mechanics.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL ALBERTA BASED Company looking for qualified & experienced: Equipment Operators, Mulcher, Feller Buncher & Processor Operators. Out of town & camp work. Safety tickets & drivers abstract required. Email resume: jobs@commandequipment.com Fax 780-488-3002.

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STEEL BUILDINGHuge Clearance Sale!

20x24 $4,658. 25x28 $5,295. 30x40 $7,790. 32x54 $10,600. 40x58 $14,895. 47x78 $19,838. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

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1994 RUSTLER 24.5’ 5th wheel Trailer. 4 burner stove, new awning, all in good condition, everything works well.

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Serving up a Space For Your Restaurant Please call -723-6399 to reserve this spot

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Steak & Prawns After 5 PM ...... $1395 SUN: Burger & Beer ......................... $595 2 for 1 Appys ..................... After 5 PM MoN: Salisbury Steak ..................... $895 tUES: Steak Sandwich .................... $895 WEd: Chicken Burger ..................... $895 Lasagna ................................... $895 Shepherds Pie ........................ $895 Chicken Wings................. each 30¢ thUR: 2 Piece Fish & Chips ........... $895 Ribs & Spaghetti .............. After 5 PM Half Rack........$995 Full Rack....... $1295 Also: Assorted Food & Drink Specials

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Complimentary limo shuttle to and from Boston Pizza.

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Right, Ben Halychuck the president of Union 1667, presents Duncan McVie with his gold watch at his retirement party on Saturday evening.

Above, Tinus and Pauline Braker with their three sons, Colin, Hugh and Cliff at the special party for their 60th wedding anniversary. The couple had two days of celebrating this special event and hundreds came by to extend their best wishes and enjoy the festivities. Left, Tinus and Pauline Braker share a kiss.

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The celebrity dunk tank at the Salmon Festival will be on Saturday Sept. 1 starting at 10 a.m. A few of the participants clockwise from lower left are: Jessica Bond from The Brick, Brian Amundson of Quality Foods, Ken McCallum of Canadian Tire, Gord Groves of Quality Foods and Cherie Williams of the Scotiabank. Scotiabank will be matching funds, up to $5,000. Williams is dunking at noon. A surprise guest will be dunked at 10:45 a.m.

Above, Derek Little and Mike McDowall participated in the Legion Derby on Sunday and weighed in this great catch. They weren’t in the prize category but were happy with their catch of the day. Right, This year’s top winner of the Legion branch # 293 annual fishing derby was Alysia VanCoughnett catching a 33.1 pound fish and winning $200. Second place was Cody Ethier, third J. Tuinstra and fourth Deb Lomons. Juniors winners were Keenan Nelson and Cody Mosdel who each netted $50. Graham Fox photo

The local Lions are once again helping in our community. Walter Kusmin, seated right, is selling his power wheelchair to Roland Conley seated next to him. Conley needed help with the purchase and the Lion’s stepped in to help, Gary Price, seated front, hands the cheque to Kusmin to cover the cost of the chair. Conley is being hugged by his son Roland Jr., 11, and behind them from left to right are Rob Dalton, Don Hudson and Tom Hall. Conley is thrilled and said, “Even though it’s not my legs, it feels like it is my legs.”

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Chemistry carries weight as pre-season ends WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

The Alberni Valley Bulldogs pre-season is ending and when the ice chips clear, character and chemistry are going to carry the day, head coach Kevin Willison said.

The Bulldogs were 0-1-1 in pre-season play as they headed into a match with the Victoria Grizzlies at the AV Multiplex on Wednesday night, after the News went to press.

The game marked the return of the Alberni born Fitzgerald triplets, who now play for the Grizz. “They’re going to be a handful

‘We’re looking for the right chemistry and commitment.’ – Kevin Willison to defend against,�

Willison said.

The Bulldogs suffered an 8-2 loss to the Nanaimo Clippers on Sunday night and they played to a 5-5 tie with the Cowichan Valley Capitals last Saturday night.

The Bulldogs fielded a younger lineup against the Clippers than they did against Cowichan, and an even different lineup will take to the ice against Victoria. “The effort against

Cowichan was good but I was disappointed in the Nanaimo game,� Willison said. “That’s not the kind of effort a coach looks for in evaluating a player.�

The preseason gives the coaching staff a chance to watch young talent and to try different line combinations. The process is similar to perfecting just the right recipe. “We’re looking for the right chemistry and the commitment and character to play at this level,� Willison said.

The roster will be pared down from 28 players on Wednesday, and then again to 22 after the weekend.

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window for players to cut the mustard is short. “It’s over before it’s over,� Willison said.

So far, Willison says he’s impressed with the play of Evan Tironese, Ryan Lough, Lars Hepso and Marlon Sabo. “We need to shore up our secondary scoring though,�

Willison said.

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Men’s night fluctuates Summer’s over, golf isn’t the pin prize.

The Tim Horton’s longest drive was won

by Candice Werner.

Low gross winner in the “B” division was won by Karen Vandermolen, with Rhonda Holcombe claiming second spot.

The “A” division low gross winner was LaDonna Knutson with Suzanne Jones winning the runner up prize.

The Shopper’s Drug Mart leaders in the ringer board have not changed since last week. Maryann McConnell and Sue Steinhauer remain at the top spot.

We are almost halfway to our goal of raising a $1,000 to donate to Ty Watson House. Come on ladies, I know that we can reach that goal.

We still have a few weeks left.

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There is definitely that feel of fall in the air these days.

Summer always goes by far too quickly. But the good news is that this is great golfing weather. The ground is dry so you get lots of roll and your ball goes much further (great for a duffer like me). It’s not too hot and you still have the time to get in a round of golf in the evening.

The Boston Pizza longest putt of the night was won by Sandy Toombs.

Suzanne Jones won closest to the pin and won a round of golf at Sunnydale Golf and Country Club.

Tineke Rodger won the Safeway closest to

Amazingly the deuce pot has not been won yet and the pot stands at $191. I am challenging all female golfers to come out and to win that pot before the end of the season.

I was very pleased to see the name of Candice Werner as a prize winner. I have known Candice since she and my daughter met at pre-school.

They remain friends to this day. But what I am enjoying is that Candice and I get to be friends now and play a round of golf together.

Because the nights are getting shorter, starting Wednesday Sept. 5, the start time for Ladies night will be 5:30 p.m. Come out and meet some new people, enjoy a round of golf, followed by a dinner and prizes.

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A slight brush against a tree near our parking lot with a mower recently revealed a trunk overwhelmed with rot.

The danger to golfers and automobiles was compounded by the enormous potential expense anticipated had the large tree fallen on the close power lines. A call to

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To the rescue came former faller Cec Hamilton and incredible club volunteer Larry Gavelin. Both club members took total control, professionally falling the tree from the top down, and eventually easing my anxiety.

Men’s nights at Hollies this year has definitely been one of change.

Seemingly, every week we see a new low gross winner and the past week was no different as Robin Woodward took the Co-op low gross of the week shooting an even par 30 and bettering his personal best score for the second week in a row.

Big “O” Tires Denis Debolt was a stroke back. Ever since Richard Allen joined the Hollies and been golfing regularly, it has impacted his game positively as he visited the winner’s circle to take the

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How about Gwyn Bowen chipping in on No. 2?

Then Nancy Clayton parred No. 27 and No. 4. Sharon Hillman parred No. 4 and No. 6. LaDonna Knutson parred No. 4.

Hillman also took the low gross and had the least amount of putts with Lois Robinson and Marie Swain tying with their low net. In B Division, June Parks walked away with the low gross score, Dianne Hoadley carded low net and Pat Dahlquist

captured the putting jar.

18 Hole Division Numbers were tossed around at random in the ball sweep.

Each player combined her gross score with the gross score of a hidden partner. Anna Marie Krikke and her hidden partner Pat Nicklin came in with the combined score of 184 to take first place.

Linda Christian with her hidden partner Krikke took the low net.

Both Krikke and Christian each won a new ball for their efforts. Krikke also took the overall low gross honours and that’s playing with

one shoe off and one shoe on. Doreen Grant came blasting in with the low net score of 72 to take those honours.

Challenge pin holder Marie Randall’s hot game was good enough to beat out challenger, Shannon Haggard.

Randall will not be playing next week to defend her title so the pressure is off for the rest of us.

Team play last week was a virtual “blood letting”. Alberni’s “B” team defeated Eaglecrest with 40 points to their 32.

“C” team’s result was almost the same story and when all was mopped up Alberni had 50 points to

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If you’re down at the Salmon Festival this weekend, look for the Celebrity Dunk Tank. Scotiabank Manager, Cherie Williams is the one to dunk to raise funds for the 24 hour Crisis Response. Scotia bank will match all donations to a total of $5,000. 12 noon, Sept.

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Players’ plays announced

Portal Players Dramatic Society has announced its 2012-13 lineup of shows.

The season kicks off with the longest running show in the world, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap, opening Oct. 5 at the Capitol Theatre.

Reefer Madness: The Musical is an adults-only show that will grace the stage beginning Feb. 22, 2013.

The Attic, the Pearls and 3 Fine Girls rounds out the season starting April 19, 2013.

Char’s plans open house

Char’s Landing on Argyle Street will hold an open house on Tuesday, Sept. 4 from 1–4 p.m. to celebrate 100 years of community history.

Festivities will include refreshments and music

by Marilyn HarperSmith of Port Alberni.

Char’s will open the new ramp and landing with a ribbon cutting at 3 p.m.

From 4–8 p.m., artist Joan Ackerman will be on hand to discuss her retrospective, debuting at Char’s Landing.

MELISSA MARTIN Arts Around

“Thoughts of Light and Shade” is the title of the Rollin Art Centre’s current exhibit, featuring local photographer Jim Swift.

This is a great show, very unique in its hanging.

Proceeds from the sale of Jim’s black and white prints will being donated to Doctors without Borders (Medecins sans frontieres).

And all proceeds from the sale of the Pot Luck Impressions prints will be going to Pot Luck Ceramics.

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The gallery is wheelchair accessible and admission is by donation.

Melissa Martin is the arts administrator for the Community Arts Council, the home of the Rollin Art Centre.

Classical Tub endures CHARMEAD SCHELLA SPeCIAL TO THe NeWS

Tix on sale for MOS events

Tickets are on sale for the fall Music on Sunday series at The Old School House Arts Centre in Qualicum Beach.

All concerts run from 2:30–4:30 p.m. at The Old School House, 122 Fern Rd. West. Individual tickets sare $13 for members and $16 for non-members. Season tickets are $110 plus tax.

Call 250-752-6133 for more information.

Go wild with paper collage

art exhibit at the Rollin Art Centre, starting Sept. 19 to Oct. 16. This exhibit showcases a very unique exhibit of paper collage, by artist Debbie Goodman.

The pieces she creates are composed entirely from coloured and patterned specialty paper, which come from many countries of origin.

Debbie is passionate about wildlife and the conservation and animal welfare, as you will see in this wonderful collection.

Meet the artist at a meet and greet on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 1–3 p.m. at the gallery. The gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 4

Contributed photo

Some of the members of Classical Tub, a band with a unique sound and an enduring friendship.

Local band Classical Tub is anything but classical in its efforts to bring the unique sound of the washtub bass to the fore of Port Alberni’s music scene. The band has been strumming its strings for more than 30 years in the Alberni Valley and has no intention of packing it in any time soon.

Celtic-driven sounds create the base notes of Classical Tub, although over the years its members have added folk, blues, and doo-wop to their ever-expanding repertoire.

Classical Tub is the brainchild of two husband-and-wife teams: Ron and Gail

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Ross, and Dave and Gail Morton. Ron Ross plays the washtub bass around which the band has developed its persona.

“Playing the washtub was borne of necessity,” Ron explains. “I didn’t want to sit on the sidelines and watch while everyone else was playing guitars, singing, and having all the fun.”

Gail Ross does vocals and whistling for Classical Tub, as well as plays guitar, banjitar, and fiddle.

Dave Morton plays the band’s lead guitar, and complements Gail Ross’s vocals with his own, adding harmonies and a distinctive blues style.

Gail Morton rounds off the vocals and harmonies for

Classical Tub, and contributes eclectic whistle, mandolin, and harmonica playing to the overall sound of the band.

The quartet has been playing music together for nearly as long as they have known each other, about 30 years. Together, the Rosses and the Mortons string their instruments and warm up their vocal chords to regale the Valley with their unique gifts in venues such as local care homes, Rollin Art Centre, and the annual Alberni District Fall Fair.

“We make good music together,” Ron Ross says. “And after all of this time, we still talk to one another!”

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◆ ENTERTAINMENT

Community choir seeks new members Barkley Sounds Community Choir is starting its 12th season on Sept 12 at 6:45 p.m. with a rehearsal at Alberni Valley United Church on Church Street in Port Alberni.

The Barkley Sounds are a mixed fun choir,

no additions, looking for all singers who love to sing and have fun. New members are most welcome.

For more information please call Sylvia at 250-723-7185 or Jeanette at 250-723-6884.

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Artist Shelley Penner’s work depicting life-like wildlife is on exhibit at Clocktower Gallery at Harbour Quay. Penner is well known for her wildlife paintings on rocks.

AV Rocks 4x6 (late booking)

Penner at Clocktower Gallery Shelley Penner is the next guest artist at Clock Tower Gallery.

Penner’s paintings will be exhibited from Sept. 1–30.

An open house is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 8 from 7–9 p.m. Light

refreshments will be served.

Penner is well known in Port Alberni for her wildlife paintings depicted on rocks.

Her work is a staple at Christmas craft fairs.

See her branch out

onto canvases in her exhibit, titled A Brush With Nature.

Clock Tower Gallery is located at Harbour Quay, at the bottom of Argyle Street.

The gallery is open Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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You are invited to attend the opening reception of

“A Brush With Nature”

by Artist: Shelley Penner to be held at the Clock Tower Gallery on Saturday, September 8, 2012 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm

Clocktower 4x6

Light refreshments will be served.

Show runs September 1 - 30, 2012

5540 Argyle St., Port Alberni BC 250-724-5999

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Radio-controlled Model Demonstrations Michael Dean & Doug Harrison in attendance

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Fall Fair Seedling PhotoS

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If you have a photo of a tree that originated from a seedling obtained at the Fall Fair (MacMillan Bloedel, Weyerhaeuser, WFP) please submit your name, tree photo and the year the tree was planted to: Photo Contest Western Forest Products PO Box 2001, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7N3 Or email: tgodin@westernforest.com

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Your name will be entered into a draw and winners will have their name and tree photo posted at the WFP display booth at the 2012 Albernil Fall Fair.

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Community Events FRI. AUG. 31 ◆ Port alberni salmon festival kicks off. Grounds

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WED. SEPT. 5 ◆ annual corn roast Knox Church hosts its annual corn roast, 5:30 p.m. in the hall. Freshly picked homegrown corn, barbecued hamburgers and hot dogs. For information call 250-723-7751.

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• Updated & well cared for 3985 4TH AVE. • 2 bed & 1 bath main floor

$

189,900

• 1 bedroom in-law suite • Detached wired workshop

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All About Location • Large 3 bedroom home • Near city & low taxes • Updated 4 piece bathroom • Large sundeck

cOuNTRy cALLINg

Move In Ready • 3 bedroom & 3 bathroom • Extensively updated • Private sundeck & patio • Single garage

2835 Carmichael Cres $244,900 4151 Steede Ave $319,900 Greenbelt Living • 4 bedroom & 3 bathroom • Extensively updated • 60’ x 130’ lot • Upper South Alberni

Upper Echo • 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms • Split level home • Heat pump • Large garage/workshop

• $842/ month mortgage • 5% down payment • 5 year term at 3.24% • 25 year amortization

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4227 Arrowsmith St. $94,000 46-5558 Beaver Creek $104,900 Tremendous Value • 1,210 sq. ft. home • 2 bedroom + den • Newer roof & thermal windows • Natural gas heat

Quality Carefree Living • 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms • Creeks Edge Park • Bright & open concept • 2 sundecks

Ave $209,900 209,900 3876 10th (SOLD)

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Great Family Home • 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms • 2 finished stories • 80’ X 120’ lot • Fenced back yard

Updated Rancher • Wheelchair friendly • Extensively renovated • 2 bedroom & 1 bathroom • Garage off lane

Lot B Grandview Rd. $97,000 Lot 1 Kitsuksis St. $99,900 7700 Woodward Rd $177,900 Wanting to Build?

• 1.23 acre property • Preferred area • Close to city • Low taxes

Country Small Acreage • 1.28 acre lot • Desirable Kitsuksis area • Treed lot • Build your dream house

Peaceful Acreage • 3.9 acres • McCoy Lake area • Munutes from Sproat Lake • Build your dream home

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6421 Beaver Creek $239,900 6389 Withers Rd $289,900 9330 Central Lake Rd. $369,900 6307 Renton Rd. N. $389,900 6880 Bainbridge Rd $499,900 Heart of Beaver Creek • 3 bedroom & 2 bathroom • Rancher • 2.00 acres • Newer septic system

Quiet Country • 0.92 acres • Desireable location • 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms • 20’x30’ workshop

Green Acres • 15 acre parcel • 2,300 sq.ft. home • 4 bedrooms & full bathroom • Many updates

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4817 Margaret St $109,900 5213 Gertrude St. $147,500 6311 View Street $169,900 4084 9th Avenue $176,900 3716 17 Ave • $518/ month mortgage • 5% down payment • 5 year term at 3.24% • 25 year amortization

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Cherry Creek • Extensively updated • Open concept living • 4 bdrm & 2 bath • 0.74 acre with workshop

Beauty Surrounds You • 5 bedroom & 4 bathroom • Tastefully renovated • 3.93 acre lot • Large detached workshop

ThIS SpAcE RESERvED fOR yOuR LISTINg

Please call Chris or Esther to set up your private viewing of any of the properties displayed here or any MLS listing.

We’d love the opportunity to earn your business!

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sproAT LAKE

Thursday , Aug. 30, 2012 Alberni Valley News

LT 1 Salal Road $239,000 19130 Pacific Rim Hwy $424,900 10189 Stirling Arm Cres $545,000

LoTs & AcrEAgEs

Sproat Lake • 0.55 acre • Semi-waterfront • Amazing lake views • Strata development

Sproat Lake Waterfront • 0.55 acre • 66’ of lake frontage • Established subdivision • Taylor Arm views

Luxury Home • 3 bedroom & 3 bathroom • Open concept design • Quality materials throughout • 0.817 acre & double garage

ThIs spAcE rEsErvED For your LIsTINg

3508 4th Ave ............................ $69,900 2520 8th Ave ............................ $79,900 2195 Mallory Dr ....................... $99,900

BAMFIELD & INLET

BAMFIELD & INLET

Lot 2 11th Ave ........................ $109,900

298 Binnacle Rd $189,900 38 Headquarters Bay $224,900 37 Headquarters Bay $$399,900 414,900 Perfect Package • 0.56 acre level lot • 2 bedroom & 2 bathroom • Well maintained & updated • 26’ x 24’ wired workshop

138 Burlington Ave. $$499,900 414,900 Virtually Waterfront • Barkley Sound views • Minutes’ walk from docks • Minutes’ walk from beach • 3 stories with 3 suites

Headquarters Bay • 5.0 acres • 150’ of accessible waterfront • Washroom & outbuilding on site • Shared marina & boat launch

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Alberni Inlet Oceanfront • 5.0 acres • 150’ of accessible waterfront • Washroom & outbuilding on site • Shared marina & boat launch

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3970 7th Ave.

645,000

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Townhouse Complex • Excellent location • 5x2 bedroom + den units • 1x2 bedroom unit • 1x5 bedroom unit

Please call Chris or Esther to set up your private viewing of any of the properties displayed here or any MLS listing.