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Designer drug is on radar RCMP keeping their eyes on ‘bath salts’ AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
Despite some high profile cases and an increasing awareness, or fear, of a new street drug called ‘bath salts’, it doesn’t appear to be an issue in District 69. Corporal Jessie Foreman with the Oceanside RCMP said they are aware of it and keeping an eye out, but he doesn’t know of any being found here. But it is not far off. The first ever seizure of the drug in B.C. took See SCHEDULE ONE, page A8
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Cougars seen in Qualicum Residents spot two cougars — or perhaps the same one — in two incidents AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
A local cougar sighting is a good reminder to be alert. Melanie Sturgeon was on her way to work in Qualicum Beach Wednesday morning when she ran across a cougar in the middle of town. “I was driving to work at 7:25 this morning, driving up Laburnum I turned onto Jones and saw what I thought was a deer,” she described. She saw it jump over a fence out of someone’s yard on
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Island athletes at London 2012 games PARKSVILLE — Michelle Stilwell is, without a doubt, the face of the Paralympic Games around these parts. It’s a face that’s invariably smiling, and if all goes to plan, she may soon have two more gold medals to smile about. The 38-year-old mother from Nanoose Bay is in London this month to compete in her third Paralympic Games. She is joined there by former Parksville athlete Trevor Hirschfield, who is on the Canadian Wheelchair Rugby team. Both of these athletes are front-andcentre over in London and NEWS readers MICHELLE STILWELL can read a bit about their achievements in today’s sports section, starting on page A43. — NEWS staff
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ODD, BUT TASTY: Parksville resident and gardener Lilian Freeland holds up a pair of mutant tomatoes she grew this summer. The plants were purchased at the Nanoose Garden Club plant sale, and she’s not sure why they turned out like this — but added they do taste just fine.
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dent numbers reversed at the middle school level followed by the secondary schools in 15 Although the amount of overall students years’ time. This year there will be an estimated 4,249 in School District 69 is down slightly from last students in the district comyear, assistant superintenAdd your COMMENTS at dent Rollie Koop was excitpared to 4,342 last year. www.pqbnews.com This downward trend has ed about a trend. been echoed around the “I’m excited about next year because next year will be the first time in province which will see an estimated 534,691 many, many years that we’ll actually see growth full time public school students this year, comin our elementary programs,” he said. pared to 540,696 last year, meaning 6,005 fewer It takes some time for that trend to wash students. Since the 2000/2001 school year there through the system, he said, but by 2019, the has been a decrease of more than 63,000 studistrict should see the downward trend of stu- dents provincewide. reporter@pqbnews.com
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Councillors working together, better Qualicum Beach mayor Teunis Westbroek says the fall brings budget priorities and local issues, to the fore STEVEN HEYWOOD editor@pqbnews.com
Everything is going to be all right in Qualicum Beach. That was the tone of THE NEWS’ conversation with mayor Teunis Westbroek when the paper sat down with him to get a feel for the state of the town, after the summer lull. (THE NEWS had a similar opportunity with Parksville mayor Chris Burger earlier this month). After a rocky start, to say the least, with the new council makeup presenting even the most casual observer with cause for concern, relations between the mayor and councillors have been levelling out. Why, they have even had the occasion to agree with one another. What Westbroek said all councillors agree on, is that Qualicum Beach has a very unique sense of place. “A community needs that,” he said, adding the addition of green space near The Old School House arts centre, while at first controversial among the politicians, has found some level of acceptance. “It’s someplace green, that you don’t have to pay to go.” Westbroek’s comments are a little like justification of the town’s purchase of the space, along with the former school district bus garage next door. While vilified early on by councillors Dave Willie and Bill Luchtmeijer for a decision of past council, Westbroek has found that as the town took advantage of the site, the residents have reacted positively. It is one of many issues that finds Westbroek in a polarizing position on council — him and councillor Scott Tanner often find themselves in a minority situation. Yet, Westbroek isn’t publicly complaining about the situation. “Council, from the public’s perspective, is doing a good job in watching our expenditures and looking out for the town’s further needs,” he explained.
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Qualicum Beach mayor Teunis Westbroek, left, with former councillor Mike Wansink. Westbroek says the work of councils, past and present, won’t change the community much in the long term.
These days, the mayor said outward displays of disagreement aren’t as bad an issue as they were in, say, January. “It’s the respect shown and willingness to listen and change minds when needed that has improved things,” he said. “It’s very positive. I have to be positive, and I’m always looking for that positive side.” Challenges to that outlook do exist, as the mayor finds himself at odds with the majority of council on the Village Neighbourhood Plan. While he disagrees with the movement towards low development cost charges downtown, potentially higher buildings and low town fees for developers, Westbroek said all of this won’t change the downtown core in the long run. “Are we (the town) the only ones that are going to have to contribute to this (the cost of developments to the commu-
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nity),” he asked. “I don’t feel the town should be the only ones taking a hit.” His main concern is that he feels the change in policies driven by council, erodes some of the town’s control over these issues. Yet, he admits the town retains some level of control — such as its advisory groups, design panels and more. For that reason, he said he doesn’t think there will be any
grandiose changes in the downtown area. Next month, the town begins work on its five-year financial plan. It will contain a council wish list of projects and budget priorities — from road works to a new fire hall. That last one, Westbroek said, is a big ticket item and the town has been planning for it for a while. Past councils, he said, negotiated for a piece of land
(where the Berwick reservoir is today) to house a new hall one day. Two years ago, council increased taxes to include a portion going towards a new building — something the town had done with the town hall building. The reason for doing it this way, he said, was to lessen the burden on taxpayers and not take the entire amount in one fell swoop. “We are in a position now where I could see this happen between two to five years, without seeking tax increases.” He hopes to exhaust all grant options, but admitted Qualicum Beach will probably end up borrowing some money. He stands by past directives to upgrade the existing hall to accommodate new trucks. The town has a regular fire equipment replacement policy, that is not waiting for a new hall. These issues and more will be on the table come time to debate the financial plan. In the meantime, Westbroek has found time to relax. In partnership with Parksville mayor Chris Burger and the Oceanside Tourism Association, he was part of the National Relaxation Day initiative that went around the country in media outlets big and small. What that did for Qualicum Beach, he explained, was give him and Burger the chance to talk and find common ground on local issues, important to both communities. “Chris and I ended up building a better relationship,” he continued. “It’s a little thing, but good for both communities to know their mayors get along.” In the end, Westbroek said he’s looking forward to a productive fall, working with a council he knows will work hard for the community. “We can always do better,” he said, “but council through the years — and for longer than I’ve been around — has worked hard to make sure Qualicum Beach is one of the nicest places to live.”
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Crossing repairs to reduce the bumps Work at Parksville rail crossings to be completed by the middle of next week AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
This week and next the City of Parksville is working on the two main railway crossings in the city. On Monday they began work to repair the double crossing on Highway 4A (the Alberni Highway) near the old train station, including tie replacements on the south crossing and the
installation of track seals on both. The new track seal system will require paving work, which will improve the road grade and reduce the bumps for vehicles crossing the tracks, explained city staff. Next week city work crews will also replace the existing rubber matting and do minor paving work at “Craig’s Cross-
ing” on Highway 19A at the south end of the city. The $81,000 cost was budgeted last year and is not part of efforts to upgrade the E&N Railway. Both projects are scheduled for completion September 7, depending on weather. Drivers should expect short delays at both locations.
Island Timberlands closes Nanoose connector road STEVEN HEYWOOD editor@pqbnews.com
Traffic is being diverted away from the industrial road between Highway 19 and Northwest Bay Road in Nanoose Bay. Since early August, Island Timberlands has been using a security firm to keep drivers off of the logging road between their office off of
the highway south of Parksville, and their log sort near the Beachcomber marina. Manager of sustainable timberlands and community affairs Morgan Kennak says the public is being asked not to drive on the road due to safety and liability issues for the company. The road has been used as a connector between the
highway and residential areas off of Northwest Bay Road for years. However, illegal dumping of garbage and land access issues have been problematic for Island Timberlands. The road is an industrial route, Kennak said, adding that many drivers are not giving the right-of-way to logging trucks, creating a safety hazard.
While the road itself is not gated, security trucks periodically monitor the route and will ask drivers to turn around. In the short term, Kennak said the company will try to keep drivers away. In the long-term, she said the road will be continued to be used by industrial traffic, with no plans to close it.
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Mayor calls conict allegation ‘spurious’ Manager of The Beach Club takes council - and one councillor - to task over their lack of liquor license support AUREN RUVINSKY
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While The Beach Club Resort is unsatisďŹ ed, Parksville mayor and council are sticking with their decision to voice an opinion against a liquor license extension. On May 28 council decided against supporting The Beach Club’s PaciďŹ c Prime Steak and Chop Restaurant and Lounge’s request for the city’s support for an application to the Liquor Control Licensing Branch (LCLB) for a permanent change to their food primary license. They wanted to add an entertainment endorsement to allow live and recorded music for events, including dancing, in the restaurant, lounge and patios until 11 p.m., consistent with the city’s noise control bylaw. While a Beach Club representative had letters of support from some neighbouring businesses, council received 23 letters against and six members of the gallery spoke at the time in opposition. Some of the most passionate opposition also came from the Sea Edge Motel next door to The
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The Beach Club’s Shawna Broekhuizen (left) wrote a letter to the City of Parksville, critical of a position taken by councillor Carrie PowellDavidson.
Beach Club, stating that their return guests come for a quiet vacation. After what mayor Chris Burger described as “good discussion all around the council table,� they voted against the request and eventually supported an alternative option, allowing music until 11 p.m., but only inside. On August 15, Beach Club General Manager Shawna Broekhuizen issued a letter to mayor, council and local media
laying out concerns about the process. The letter said the city accepted letters of opposition from “outside of the city’s stated limits,â€? though Parksville chief administrative ofďŹ cer Fred Manson points out they simply advertised for a response from residents and didn’t stipulate a speciďŹ c distance. Broekhuizen’s main complaint was about the involvement of councillor Carrie Pow-
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ell-Davidson. She wrote that because “Powell-Davidson wears many hats in the Oceanside community, including her employment as a member of the local media, as a travel writer and editor, and as a local special events co-ordinator,â€? she was in a conict of interest and shouldn’t have spoken against the request. Powell-Davidson’s “verbal objections in council were, we feel, inappropriate under these circumstances and should not have been made, especially with the public and media present.â€? Powell-Davidson told THE NEWS on Thursday she is conďŹ dent she was not in conict and referred questions to the mayor as they best way to resolve the current situation. “I don’t see a conict of interest there,â€? Burger agreed, adding that she “is involved in so many
things in the community, the question is, did she stand to gain ďŹ nancially.â€? Manson explained there are two types of conict deďŹ ned in the community charter, that of people having a direct ďŹ nancial interest, in which case they must withdraw, or any other interest, in which case they have the opportunity to withdraw. “I can’t see where Carrie would have had any pecuniary (ďŹ nancial) interest,â€? he summed up. While Broekhuizen’s letter points to speciďŹ c quotes from Powell-Davidson in The News at the time, Burger pointed out that there were many things said by many councillors in the discussion — not all of which were published in THE NEWS. “That was just her perspective. I don’t think she was leading the conversation,â€? Burger said. In the article Powell-Davidson praises the idea of the live music and is generally supportive but said the Beach Club didn’t do enough to solicit community support. See BEACH CLUB, page A9
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Fate of Temple Street staircase with city hall Residents built a staircase without permission ďŹ rst AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
At their August 20 meeting Parksville council addressed an application for a private set of stairs, after they were built. The owners of the property at 550 Temple Street applied for a development variance permit and development permit to legalize the now completed stairs. Chief administrative ofďŹ cer Fred Manson said the stairs appear to be replacing an older set, for which their is photographic evidence, but no paperwork on record. The stairs traverse the steep bank down to the beach and because it is steeper than 30 de-
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the sea.� Ground Control Geotechnical Engineering Ltd. assessed the stairs after they were built and report they are geotechnically safe for human and don’t increase the risk of erosion. “Denial of a variance is entirely at council’s discretion and is appropriate if council believes that the proposed relaxations will (have a negative impact),� the staff report says. When some councillors appeared to be struggling with the decision to deny or send the item forward, Manson pointed out that “if you vote no at this point, in effect that is a decision that the stairs will have to come out, advancing at this point is not making a decision.� Council unanimously agreed to advance the item to get more public input and make a decision at a future meeting.
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She described the cougar as running away, but not panicking. Concerned about seniors out for an early morning walk, especially next door to the Eagle Park residential care facility, she called the conservation ofďŹ cer service. THE NEWS has not reached the conservation ofďŹ ce for further details yet.
After reading the story online at pqbnews.com, reader Ruth Carr Mandt commented that she has been told another cougar — or the same one — was seen crossing Rupert Road near the Qualicum Beach Middle School. Yet another NEWS reader called Thursday to let us know a cougar (possibly the same one) was also spotted
near Mill Road earlier this week. There have been several stories involving cougars in recent weeks including a woman being attacked on her sofa by an emaciated cougar in Trail last weekend, an attack on a seven-yearold boy near Sproat Lake near Port Alberni a couple weeks ago and more than 10
farm animals being killed in the Saanich area in the last couple weeks alone. If you see a cougar, be as big and loud as possible, wave sticks or throw things to scare them off. Gather children close and try to keep eye contact with the animal while backing out the way you came. — THE NEWS
Schedule one substance, like heroin CONTINUED FROM PAGE A1
place in Nanaimo last weekend when RCMP did a routine check of a man sleeping in a truck on the highway shoulder and found it among several kilograms of marijuana, GHB, LSD, ecstasy, methamphetamine, cocaine and $30,000 cash. Nanaimo RCMP Const. Sherry Wade told CBC, “It’s a synthetic drug, a stimulant, similar to cocaine. And there’s lots of stories, particularly in the States,
with people just really going insane.â€? The new drug came to wide attention earlier this year when a man found chewing the face of another man in Miami was believed to be on the drug — which turned out not to be true. This week the federal government conďŹ rmed their plan to make the main ingredient — methylenedioxypyrovalerone, known as MDPV — illegal. Along with things like heroin and
cocaine it will be listed as a “schedule one� substance under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Alternative ingredients methylone and mephedrone are both already illegal. Foreman said whenever there is a new drug on the streets, police learn what to look for in terms of the drug and the symptoms of someone taking it.
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While there may not be a free lunch, the Oceanside Tourism Association (OTA) wants to buy some local residents dinner. As part of their ongoing branding review, the OTA hired a consultant that surveyed visitors through the summer and now they are looking for input from local residents. “The best brand in the world only works when it is embraced by local stakeholders,â€? said executive director Blain Sepos. He explained that the destination marketing messages they send out to entice visitors from outside the mid-Island to visit, must be consistent with the experiences people have when they actually do visit. The OTA Community Brand Team is inviting around 70 identiďŹ ed stakeholders from local government, tourism businesses and sports, arts and culture groups, and are looking for an additional 20 to 30 residents to complete the community wide cross-section. They are looking for a wide sample of people who are not directly employed in tourism to ďŹ ll out how local residents perceive the area and how to communicate that to the rest of the world. In exchange for a few hours of structured table discussions about the emotional motivators behind tourism and how to match the message with potential visitors, they will provide a buffet
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dinner, Sepos said. This is part of phase four of seven. Next the OTA will take all the information from the dinner and tourism surveys and develop logos, photos and the key messages for local tourism stakeholders to use to help entice visitors. Parksville residents interested in the September 11 dinner need to RSVP to Sharyn at 250248-6300 ext. 4 or sharyn@oceansidetourism. com by Tuesday, September 4.
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Powell-Davidson stated, therefore, that she had to listen to the opposition. “These and other comments made by councillor Powell-Davidson were both erroneous and offensive, given the fact that The Beach Club Resort was extremely proactive in pursuing the appropriate changes,� Broekhuizen states in the letter, but doesn’t describe what they did, except that they complied with all city requests. “We are locals too, who love our home and are proud to support it in every way we can. For the City of Parksville council to paint a bleak, non-com-
munity-minded picture of The Beach Club Resort and its staff is misguided and unfair.� Broekhuizen concludes by asking council strike down that decision and hold a new meeting without Powell-Davidson. Burger said he doesn’t see them revisiting that decision and the city will respond directly to the Beach Club in a letter, but he said he is speaking to the media since the Beach Club sent their letter to the media. He added that the liquor license is administered by the provincial Liquor Control Licensing Branch and it is not up
to the city, they are only asked for an endorsement, which the LCBC is not obligated to listen to either way. Broekhuizen could not be reached for comment, including whether the LCBC had rejected their application, but responded by e-mail stating: “The Beach Club Resort will continue to comply with all city bylaws when hosting outdoor events and weddings‌ [We] look forward to working with the City of Parksville on a positive resolution to our entertainment endorsement change request to play ambient outdoor music with patron participation.â€?
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday, September 10, 2012 at 7:00 pm at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, BC, to receive representations from all persons who believe their interest in property to be affected by the proposed amendments to “Town of Qualicum Beach OfďŹ cial Community Plan Bylaw No. 700, 2011â€?, listed below. A copy of the bylaws and associated documents may be inspected at the Municipal OfďŹ ce of the Town of Qualicum Beach, 201 – 660 Primrose St., Qualicum Beach, BC, between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm on August 31, 2012 and between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm from Monday to Friday, except statutory holidays, from September 4, 2012 to September 10, 2012.
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The proposed amendments are described in general terms as follows: “Town of Qualicum Beach OfďŹ cial Community Plan Bylaw No. 700, 2011, Amendment (Downtown Building Height) Bylaw No. 700.05, 2012â€?
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Angela and the late Jordan, Cherish White formerly from Parksville, and the Lunow family, as well as the proud grandparents Robert Garner and Wendy Shallabarger are excited to announce the happy engagement of their son, brother, and grandson Jesse White to Rosalyn Lunow of Parksville
If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, you are welcome to submit your written comments to the Municipal OfďŹ ce no later than 1:00 pm, September 10, 2012 to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing. 3UBMISSIONS MADE TO #OUNCIL WILL FORM PART OF THE PUBLIC RECORD AND WILL BE PUBLISHED INCLUDING ON THE 4OWN S website.
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&OR FURTHER INFORMATION REGARDING THE BYLAW AMENDMENT PLEASE CONTACT ,UKE 3ALES $IRECTOR OF 0LANNING AT THE Municipal OfďŹ ce of the Town of Qualicum Beach, 201 – 660 Primrose St., Qualicum Beach, BC at 250.752.6921 or email lsales@qualicumbeach.com.
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here’s one thing that people don’t like in their elected officials, and that’s laziness. Yet it seems some members of the board of trustees here in School District 69 (Qualicum) have forgotten that. Earlier this week, in their first regular meeting of the new school year, trustee Ross Milligan made a point of offering up a so-called protest, and voted against the first three readings of the board of education’s annual capital budget bylaw, worth an estimated $700,000. On the surface, that’s no big deal. Passing this bylaw doesn’t require a unanimous vote. What did require everyone to give their assent is reading the bylaw three times in a row — again not unusual, but most bylaws spread out this voting pattern over a meeting or three. It seems the board wanted it done all at once. But Milligan prevented that — almost, that is. By voting against the bylaw, he would have pushed the steps leading up to eventual adoption (as long as the rest of the trustees voted the same way) ahead a month or two. He stated he did so because he wanted to be better informed about what projects were in the budget. Plus, he wanted trustees to be better informed as well. The question is: why aren’t they? And why isn’t Milligan? It’s their job to be informed. We elected them to do that job, at least. Or to at least read the information district staff hand to them to read. Simply passing bylaws because its a housekeeping item smacks of laziness. In the end, the whole thing was moot, as Milligan was convinced to change his vote that night and join the club. Not standing by his convictions on this subject? Giving in without so much as an extra review of what had him so concerned in the first place? Now, that’s lazy.
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Letters POLITICIANS DO IT Why is Christy Clark being singled out and criticized for holding “women-only� outreach events when politicians of all stripes have been doing the same for years. I recall that Gordon Campbell regularly met with groups of women when he was premier and yet he was never attacked for it. Likewise, the NDP have a gender and sexual orientation policy which dictates who can run for them as a candidate. And don’t tell me Adrian Dix has never attended a “women’s meeting�? So, why are the media carrying out this insanely hypocritical attack on Christy Clark? Is it because the media have become so rigidly biased against Christy Clark that anything goes now? MIKE TAYLOR Port Moody
WHY NOT A REFINERY? Media mogul David Black has my full support for his proposal to build a $13-billion oil reďŹ nery near Kitimat to process heavy oil from the Enbridge pipeline. I’ve had the same idea myself. Why should we let the Asian countries buy our Canadian crude oil and reďŹ ne it for their markets when we could add value by reďŹ ning it here in B.C. and shipping them the ďŹ nished product? This is a strategy that would create local jobs and address the environmental concerns around oil tankers. I know for a fact that Alberta wants to do this because I worked on a project in East Edmonton (a stone’s throw from the reďŹ neries in Fort Saskatchewan) that would have
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seen it become a reality. And as long as Enbridge meets the conditions and standards set out by the premier, moving heavy oil from Alberta through a pipeline would be a heck of a lot better than shipping it by rail or truck. That’s why BC should be working with Alberta on exactly the kind of joint interprovincial venture David Black is proposing, a venture that would bring value-added tertiary oil reďŹ ning to BC along with the heavy oil pipeline. There’s a lot we could do here in B.C. with a piece of the oil industry pie. ROOP VIRK Chilliwack
ICBC BETTER OPTION I am compelled to comment on the matter of ICBC. Some people have called for ICBC to be privatized, in the hopes of achieving lower premiums. I suspect many of those wishing to privatize ICBC were not of driving age during preICBC days, when all auto insurance was delivered by private insurance companies. ICBC was founded because auto insurance had become a huge source of proďŹ t for private insurers. ICBC resulted in signiďŹ cant reductions in insurance costs as well as faster and more satisfactory settlement of insurance claims. The popular concept of competition lowering prices was found to be a myth. I had personal experience of private B.C. auto insurance companies, when my fully insured car was written off after an accident. After weeks of trying to get fair compen-
sation, I was forced to travel to head ofďŹ ces in Vancouver with pages of car advertisements in hand, showing I had been offered nothing like fair value for my car. Only after a personal presentation was I grudgingly given approximate value. We have family in Alberta, where there is private insurance. They are very unhappy with their auto insurance. Problems with ICBC are due to lack of close government supervision, and government siphoning off of funds. But the concept is ďŹ ne. Be careful what you wish for. Private insurance will make you long for ICBC, believe me. I’ve seen both. R. VINCENT PARSONS Qualicum Beach
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JAMES LUNNEY, MP Nanaimo-Alberni
TEUNIS WESTBROEK Mayor, Town of Qualicum Beach
CHOOSE SMALL TOWN Why on earth would anyone want huge box stores in Qualicum Beach? Have they no pride in their town?. We already have a wonderful new hardware store, a printers and stationery store, a furniture store and various ladies and mens stores, all owned by Canadians, so why are we so anxious to support the American economy instead of our own? Is it wrong to desire a beautiful place to live? It is time we all thought about the environment and day to day living, instead of massive structures being built all over the place. If people cannot live without hitting the big box stores, and ďŹ nd it a chore to drive there, then perhaps they would be better living in a large city, instead of a small town. JANET DOL Qualicum Beach
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We asked: How will you be spending this Labour Day long weekend?
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JOE STANHOPE Chairman, Regional District of Nanaimo 250-390-4111 e-mail: corpsrv@ rdn.bc.ca
Rules to write by I’m hanging out with my newborn son, Kalen.
I’m going to Powell River to visit an old friend.
TARYN GRAHAM Courtenay
DELANIE WALSH Parksville
I’m working at Health First Massage Therapy and then I’ll see what my son wants to do. DENISE SMEKAL Nanoose Bay
I don’t have any plans. My dad’s going to take me to the PNE soon. ARLO RABE Nanoose Bay
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POWER SURGE Power Surge. Ya think? This was more than a power surge. The neutral wire in the power line defaulted and caused the two remaining 110 volts to put out a constant overload of 220 volts which lasted 10 minutes, shattered light bulbs and arc welded them in their sockets. The lights were strobing in one room while burnt out in the other and the kitchen was as bright as a search light. The smell of burnt wires filled the house, I thought the inside of the walls were on fire. I called 911 and in a panic I put the dog in the car and “yah” no power to the garage door, power on and off everywhere else. I disconnected the door and grabbed a 2’ x 4’ and wrenched up the door, drove out and to my relief Nick the fire marshal arrived and called Hydro. My TV, receiver box, computer, telephones, and power bar were fried from too much power. I’m on fixed income and have to replace these things, pay the electrician. The damage was done when Hydro arrived. It’s now been 22 days, had no TV programs and waited. Thank goodness there was no personal injury or house fire. Hydro states they are not liable as stated in their electric tariff. MARIE GELL Qualicum Beach
TRACK NEEDS AN UPGRADE I am a student at Ballenas Secondary and I run on the school’s track team as well as the Oceanside Track and Field Team. I can tell you that the track is most definitely not a more than adequate running surface. After eight years, I am now well-conditioned to running on the uneven surface of potholes, divots, rocks and weeds but that does not make it a prime facility. To call it a cinder track would be an extreme exaggeration. It does not surprise me that our track is at the bottom of the list to be repaired. There is a lack of interest from teachers to get directly involved in track. I am not saying the track team is more important than the football or soccer teams, or that the tennis courts are not in dire condition. Everything at our school could use some repair. I am simply aggravated and upset that an athletic director does not support the improvement of the facilities
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I am 84 years old. After a stroke I lost my driver’s license. I have been driving for 64 years, with a safe driving record, and never had any demerit points against me, at any time or was responsible for an accident. It ui not the loss of the license that is so degrading but the manner in which it is done. It only can be described as a cruel hoax. First of all, because of protests, they announced, both by paper and radio, that the computer tests were done away with. Not so. These computer tests, are not compatible to senior minds, especially if they don’t use computers and computer games. After the computer tests you are given a road test. However, the road tester seems to know all about you, your computer test results, your past health problems, etc. Even new drivers don’t get that scrutiny. Instead of canceling a license, the motor vehicle people, could at least, grant a limited radius, instead of forcing a lot of seniors to move into a city, where transportation services are available.
Here we are three-quarters of the way through another summer with many cyclists riding on Highway 19A’s minimum paved shoulder, between the bottom of Shaw Hill. It seems this area is like the poor relation, with most other areas having at least a minimum of 36 inches paved shoulder to safely ride on, whereas the aforementioned section of Highway 19A forces cyclists to deal with less, plus holes and ruts. I’m amazed that there hasn’t been more fatal accidents involving cyclists other than the two tourists in Qualicum Beach several years ago. Really, negotiating this bit of highway should qualify any rider to work with the ‘Flying Wallendas” — it’s that bad. Hopefully this can be rectified before another fatality happens, or will the “powers that be merely take the easy way out and pass yet another law, banning cycling on the 19A highway, thus losing more tourist dollars for the Nanny province. JACK B. MARSHALL Qualicum Bay
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equally and talk to track users before saying it is in good shape or is good enough. To have any member of our community notice and want to improve the state of our facility should be encouraged, not shut down by all the other needs of our school. Oceanside Track and Field Club has won the award for the highest amount of points brought in by one club on Vancouver Island, and we have the worst facility of any club, it’s so bad we can’t even host a meet, never mind hosting the BC Summer Games or any other large events that would benefit the entire community. Certainly the track does the job for the elementary school track meet every year, however, they would also benefit from a better facility as we are all making do. For us older athletes who compete in higher standard stadiums, we know exactly what kind of condition our track is in and let me tell you, we are at the bottom. And I don’t believe anyone ever said we needed a $2.5 million dollar track, simply refinishing it with real cinder would be a great start and improvement. TAYLOR CHESTNUT Parksville
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p until the First World War distinguished Canadian citizens were reward- By Ray Smit ed with royal honours: knighthoods, baronetcies and peerages. But in 1917, William Nickle put in his five cents worth championing a bill to stop granting those titles. Rumour has it that he promoted the idea out of spite after failing to get a knighthood for his father-in-law. Whatever his motivation, the bill passed the Commons but died in the Senate. To everyone’s astonishment, Prime Minister Borden acceded to Nickel’s demands. But I’m not surprised. Sir Robert was himself knighted in 1915. And there’s nothing quite so alluring as being a member of a club nobody else can join. All I can say about him is that his official portrait looks like a hundred bucks! Prime Minister R.B. Bennett disdained the Nickle resolution. In the mid ’30s, he recommended knighthoods for Dr. Frederick Banting, the discoverer of insulin, and a few other worthy candidates. The Liberals promptly ended the practice when they returned to power. Poor R.B. had been too humble to submit his own name. So he never did get a knighthood. But he was awarded the title of Viscount Bennett upon moving to England. Not a bad consolation prize for losing an election. In 1967, the Pearson government instituted a new honour known as the Order of Canada. It’s an excellent accolade, but why not combine it with a knighthood? Some readers may vehemently disagree, but hear me out. If we include the proviso that prime ministers not be honoured until they leave office, wouldn’t it make a fine inducement to help rid us of the ones
we don’t like? “Sorry, sir, but you can’t be knighted until you retire.” It’s a regal twist on the old saying, “How can I miss you if you won’t go away?” And what about provincial premiers? I suggest we give them a lower honour: The women will be accorded the title ‘Lady ‘and the men ‘Esquire.’ What fun it would have been if Nancy Betkowski had been elected Alberta premier in 1993 instead of Ralph Klein. Upon her marriage to Hilliard MacBeth she would have received a new moniker: Lady MacBeth. There are other benefits to bringing back titles. Think of what it would do for our film industry! Celebrities love heaping praise on themselves. Why else would they have so many award shows? Surely they’d jump at the chance to move to a Canada that awarded knighthoods! Then again, we’d need extra border guards to keep out the mothers from Toddlers and Tiaras. My daughter the princess! Parenthetically, isn’t it obvious that we should honour Sir Wayne Gretsky, Sir Paul Henderson (why on earth is this man not in the hall of fame?) and Dame Hayley Wickenheiser? That way we’d have some real hockey knights in Canada this fall. On a final note, perhaps we could also honour the lowly columnist who came up with the idea of restoring titles. Far be it from me to propose it. Modesty forbids. But, the name, “Sir Raymond Smit,” does have a certain ring to it. Wouldn’t you agree, Prime Minister Harper? Or should I say, “Sir Stephen?”
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A portion of Quaicum Beach’s controversial downtown development plan — called the Village Neighbourhood Planning Project — is set to go to a public hearing on Sept. 10, but some significant portions of the town’s new policy are already in place. One item that represents a significant impact on a developer’s bottom line, is the town’s policy on offsite and works adjacent to a project. Set up per metre of street frontage, developers could pay as much as $5,000 for such things as undergrounding Hydro, cable, phone or power lines, curb and gutter, sidewalks and other services, impacted by their projects. That amount descends to $3,000 and then to $1,000, depending on whether those works and services are high, medium or low requirements by the town. Those amounts shocked a few members of council. Councillor Dave Willie asked how those numbers came up. Town planner Luke Sales said those costs — such as the $5,000 per metre maximum — already existed in town policy and represent actual cost to the town if they did the work. “The $5,000 is worst-case scenario,” he added. Town engineer Bob Weir added in most cases of undergrounding wire, the cost to a developer would be $1,000 to $2,000 per metre. Weir added the new policy puts a cap on the dollar amounts, noting the old policy had no cap on upper limits of laneway improvements. Coun. Bill Luchtmeijer said he wanted the amounts to be cut in half. “At minimum,” he continued, “as they are based on the most expensive, pie-in-the-sky developments ever proposed in town.” Coun. Mary Brouilette asked what has been the average cost to developers for this kind of work in the past. Weir said it varries, but what this policy does, is set a limit. “The costs could be less,” he said, “depending on the scope of work required.” Still, Brouilette demanded that town
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staff justify their numbers. “The dollars are a cap,” said chief administrative officer Mark Brown. “The cost (of a development), to financiers, is based on a developer’s own engineers plans and estimates.” He repeated that the $5,000 figure is only a maximum, whereas a project’s offsite servicing costs could be much less. Willie and Luchtmeijer took some time in getting past those figures, however, asking that staff consider cutting them by half — or more. Coun. Scott Tanner said he liked the plan and wasn’t prepared to debate “the nuances” of the policy. “We’re only looking at the town’s side,” he said. “If the property owners paid too much money for (their development property), that’s their problem.” Mayor Teunis Westbroek sought to defer the vote on changing the policy to Sept. 10, in order to learn which properties would be most impacted by it, however, that failed to win support. The policy eventually passed, unanimously. The issue of allowing ground floor residential units in the downtown core also came up Aug. 13, and was sent on to the public hearing Sept. 10. The town’s new policy here would permit use of ground floor space as residential units, as long as the area could eventually be revamped as commercial. The site would be run almost like a strata to
ensure single ownership and a return to commercial space, if required. Brown told council the town runs a similar piece of property already — town hall, which is home to both the library and the municipal offices. Also on the Sept. 10 agenda is the matter of downtown building height. As proposed, council would consider buildings three storeys or more, as long as they meet the town’s existing village design guidelines. Development cost charges round out the downtown planning debates. This, like the issue of building heights, was passed Aug. 13 in a 3-2 council majority (Westbroek and Tanner opposed this, as well as the new building height policy). In a nutshell, the town council is about to pass a new DCC policy, reducing the cost to developers by as little as 30 per cent, to as much as 100 per cent. The new policy bases the reductions on “low environmental impact.” That is based on existing services, infrastructure and the reduced use of vehicles in the downtown core. Tanner said he spoke with a planner in Nanaimo — where a similar policy exists — and was told it had no effect on attracting new development to the city. “It hadn’t done a damn thing,” he said. While not a part of the public hearing, this policy is expected to pass in a vote on Sept. 10.
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Qualicum Beach will replace specifically-dedicated picnic tables that have been damaged, reversing an existing policy that would have seen some of the tables not replaced at all. Town council voted unanimously on Aug. 13 to discontinue a portion of its own donated picnic tables policy that would allow the town not to replace them in the case of damage. “We’re letting people put their name and cash forward to beautify the town,” said councillor Dave Willie, in agreeing
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Before the Bowser Seniors Housing Society can build an independent supportive living project in the Bowser village centre they are calling on the community to help update their needs assessment. “We conďŹ rmed the need with an assessment ďŹ ve years ago,â€? said society secretary Sally Barton, “but banks and CMHC (Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation) and places like that want it updated.â€? They hope the analysis will support their assump-
tion that seniors who live in the rural area between Qualicum Beach and Courtenay would like the option to stay in the area when they must move out of their own houses, Barton said. “It’s hard to move out but eventually it is the best thing and some people don’t want to leave the community.� Though still early in the process they are working with the Regional District of Nanaimo which secured a 20-year lease on Crown land for a nominal amount which could then be turned into a grant if the project is successful.
They plan to start with 18 to 20 units and possibly expand to 36. It would be one step more supported living than the successful Lions seniors housing in Qualicum Bay, similar to the ďŹ rst two oors of The Gardens in Qualicum Beach, with fewer amenities Barton said. The goal is to keep it affordable to people living on their Old Age Pension (OAP) and Canada Pension Plan (CPP). People would have their own apartment-like units with a communal kitchen and other shared facilities
where additional services could be purchased. The society, a registered charity, was formed in 2005 and Barton said, “We are more optimistic than ever, we have the conceptual planning and the RDN has been very supportive.â€? They ask anyone 50 or older in Lighthouse Country (Horne Lake and Qualicum Bay to Buckley Bay) to complete the survey on their website (www.bshs.ca — best option) or ďŹ nd a paper copy at popular spots in the community by the end of September. — THE NEWS
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VICTORIA — Shuswap MLA George Abbott has confirmed he is following his fellow B.C. Liberal leadership contender Kevin Falcon into political retirement. Chilliwack MLA John Les also announced Thursday that he will not run in the 2013 election, and a Children and Family Development Minister Mary McNeil released a statement saying she has made the same decision. Falcon, the three-term MLA for Surrey-Cloverdale, resigned as finance minister Wednesday. Premier Christy Clark said all MLAs have been asked to declare their intentions by the end of the summer, and she will unveil a cabinet shuffle next week. Abbott said he expects to be dropped from cabinet as the B.C. Liberal election team is assembled, but he plans to continue to work on the election platform as he serves out his fourth term as MLA. With a total of 33 years in elected office at the local and provincial level, and at age 59, Abbott said he will not be making any comebacks in the future. Abbott served as health and aboriginal relations minister and is currently education minister. McNeil, elected MLA for Vancouver-False Creek in 2009, was appointed to the children’s ministry by Clark last year.
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Les issued a statement from his constituency office, saying it was a difficult decision to leave a political career that started as a Chilliwack councillor in 1983 and four terms as a B.C. Liberal MLA. A former public safety minister, Les has most recently served as parliamentary secretary to the premier. “I trust I have been able to represent the people of Chilliwack well and hope they will forgive any shortcomings on my part,” Les said. Falcon, Les and McNeil have all confirmed they will serve out their current terms until the election set for May 2013. Premier Clark issued a statement praising all three retiring MLAs. Commenting on Falcon’s decision Wednesday, Clark down-
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On September 4 students will return to the classrooms, begin their regular routines, and all will appear as normal. But if you take a closer look there are actually big changes happening, and superintendent Jim Ansell is welcoming them. “We’re in a significant time of change in education,” he said. Ansell explained that breaking subjects down into “discrete focus areas” separate from each other only happens in schools, where the real world is about problem solving and “inquiring into situations.” New curriculum, he said, will reflect this. For example Grade 7 science students will have five big open-ended questions they will be expected to have some understanding of by the time they finThere’s a real enthusiasm ish the school and a real positive year. Quesenergy in all the schools tions like: the right now. earth is made JIM ANSELL is made up of tectonic plates; what does that mean, how do they work and how does that impact life on the planet? This is a welcome change, Ansell said, where the current Grade 2 language arts curriculum has 97 different outcomes that students are supposed to accomplish in that one course alone. “That’s absurd,” said Ansell, “I couldn’t even imagine what 97 things Grade 2’s should be able to do.” The new curriculum will give much broader flexibility to teachers, he said, and move away from textbook-based learning into real practical learning that “engages kids and is much more hands-on and interesting.” Another change is how student’s success is measured, Ansell said, explaining success doesn’t always translate to going to university and instead is measured in much broader terms. This year that means more scholarships for grads in non-academic areas which will move away from scholarships based on provincial exams and concentrate more on student’s success, Ansell said. Close to 3,000 scholarships provincewide are being taken out of the academic category and given to districts to distribute across the spectrum of students he said, to support future learning in a variety of areas. See SCHOOLS RE-OPEN, page A23
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To help kids and parents transition to back to school Ansell recommends getting children back into a regular routine as soon as possible. He also encourages lots of communication with the
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A small hiccup occurred during Tuesday’s board of education meeting, when trustee Ross Milligan initially voted against approving all three readings of a capital project bylaw for $698,855. “This was a little bit of a protest to highlight the fact that I’m not pleased by the process,” Milligan said. The board got as far as first reading, with Milligan voting against, before Chair Lynette Kershaw realized there was a problem. After a short discussion, she revealed that there was a “housekeeping issue.” “Because the motion to accept this is not unanimous we cannot do all three readings in one evening. So what we’d like to do is go back to Ross to see if this housekeeping item … if he would like to reconsider?” LYNETTE KERSHAW Milligan said it was just his way of protesting the whole budget process, particularly with capital items. He hopes to be able to address this by being better informed about what all the projects are, he said, and determining the importance of each one. He later said he would like to — and would like to convince the other trustees as well — to go out and visit all the facilities to get a better feel for the urgency of each project. For example rather than spending $100,000 on paving the bus garage facility, he thinks that money could be better spent on a new track for Ballenas. “It’s a matter of really setting your priorities and I think we need to do it in a really knowledgeable way,” he said. Kershaw said his point was well taken and after re-reading the motions, the bylaw passed unanimously.
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conditions on the north Island and sunny and dry on the south end. But that said, while they are urging people to be careful over the long weekend and into September, there are no wildfires currently burning in the mid-Island and there have been less than average this summer. MacPherson said the good news is that the fires we have had were equally caused by humans and lightning, meaning humans might be causing fewer. The only wildfire of note currently in the Coastal Fire Centre is north of Squamish and being left to burn on its own. To report a wildfire call 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on a cell phone.
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Despite the rain this week, the Coastal Fire Centre is expecting the sunny dry trend to keep the wildfire danger rating high. Fire information officer Donna MacPherson said the rain on Tuesday helps, but “we would need a fair amount of rain over several days,” to change the current danger. She points out the big trees are dry and a lot of water has to hit the ground for enough to be absorbed up by the roots to make a difference. Complicating weather predictions is the fact that the mid-Island is the dividing line between forecasts for precipitation and unsettled
Survey on student drug, food use LISSA ALEXANDER
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Students in School District 69 will have the opportunity to participate in an adolescent health survey in 2013, which was approved Tuesday by trustees at the District 69 Board of Education meeting. The survey is a questionnaire offered province-wide and conducted by the The McCreary Centre Society, a non-government not-forprofit society based in East Hastings in Vancouver. The
society is committed to improving the health of B.C. youth through research, education and community based projects. The questionnaire will be anonymous, and gather information regarding health issues like smoking, eating habits, drug and alcohol use and teen pregnancy. Director of instruction Gillian Wilson said the surveys happen every five years and the school district participat-
ed in the last one in 2008. The local district will receive a copy of the information gathered specifically at District 69 schools, which is helpful, she said. “It tells us where our health concerns are and where we need to be focusing some support for our students.” Parent information and consent will be made available prior to the survey, Wilson said. —THE NEWS
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or many of us, the ability to leave a portion of our estate to our church or a special charity is something that is important, and that we would take great pride in achieving. At the same time, we may find ourselves worrying about the impact of such a donation (or series of donations) on the funds available for our other beneficiaries. A little planning however can ensure both your special charity and your heirs are treated as you wish. Below are some strategies that many have used to make a difference without significantly impacting on their estates. GIVING SECURITIES Consider donating listed securities rather than cash – particularly if you have to sell securities to make the donation. Current tax
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NANOOSE BAY — Area NDP MLAs Scott Fraser and Leonard Krog will join NDP candidate for Parksville-Qualicum Barry Avis for an old-fashioned NDP town hall meeting followed by a harvest supper. The event includes a conversation about health care, seniors issues, protecting our environment, transportation and more. It’s at the Nanoose Library, Sept. 16, 2012, starting at 2 p.m. Admission by suggested donation of $10. — Submitted by the NDP
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rules allow for a zero capital gains inclusion rate on donated securities (normally the rate is 50%). That means you reap more tax benefits by giving listed securities than by giving cash. GIFTS OF LIFE INSURANCE Life insurance is a flexible tool for planned donations. By taking out a life insurance policy and naming a charity as the beneficiary, you can generate a tax receipt for the estate and offset taxes owing on your terminal return. If you turn the policy over to your charity during your lifetime, you’ll receive a charitable receipt for the cash value of the policy and the
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death of the donor). The income from these assets is yours to keep, and upon your death, the assets pass directly to your charity. While a deemed disposition is triggered when you transfer those assets into the trust, all future gains accrue to the charity.
companies offer annuities that combine charitable donations with an income-producing annuity. If the amount invested in the annuity is greater than the total expected payments based on life expectancy, a tax receipt is issued. With all the planned giving strategies available, it makes sense to take a little time to investigate your options
before you make your donation. For a preliminary, independent estate planning review, or for more information on charitable giving, please feel free to call or email. Jim Grant, CFP (Certified Financial Planner) is a Financial Advisor with Raymond James Ltd (RJL). The views of the author do not necessarily reflect
those of RJL. This article is for information only. Securities are offered through Raymond James Ltd., member CIPF. Financial planning and insurance are offered through Raymond James Financial Planning Ltd., which is not a member CIPF. For more information feel free to call Jim at 250594-1100, or email at jim.grant@raymondjames.ca. and/or visit www.jimgrant.ca
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SOS program gets a new name PARKSVILLE — A new name and time has been introduced for a 34-year-old, local program at the Society of Organized Services in Parksville. The SOS announces the program TOTAM (Time Out for Tots and Moms) is now called TIC TAC (Time in Comfort for Tots and Caregivers). This popular program reaches out to support all those within District 69 car-
ing for children ranging from newborn to five-year-olds. Fathers, grandparents, aunts, nannies, foster parents, and others provide child-care, as well as moms. This name change lets all caregivers know they are welcome to join the program. Now offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:15 to 11:15 a.m., the program fundamentals remain the same.
Adults intermingle while the children are busy having fun with creative play, music, games, stories, and nutritious snacks, in a safe and supportive environment. Tuesday participants can choose a lively, Zumba workout, and monthly guest speakers will share topical information. This program remains free of charge. If you’re new to town and would like to meet other
adults, need a bit of a break, a refreshing change of pace, would like to learn about other local services or attractions, would like your child to meet new friends, you are welcome to see if this popular program fits your needs. Drop by the Society of Organized Services, call 250248-2093 ext. 237, or visit our website at www.sosd69.com for information on this or other SOS programs. — Submitted by the SOS
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Wednesday, Sept. 19 - 10am Osteoporosis Meeting (drop in, 3rd Wednesday of each month)
Wednesday, Sept. 19 - 4pm Free Cancer Seminar Our Natural Health Consultant, Lisa Leger, discusses prevention and treatment from a naturopathic perspective. Gets lots of sensible advice and tips on doing online research.
Monday, Sept. 24 - 10am Diabetes and Heart Health Grocery Tour (also Oct. 22, Nov. 12, Dec. 3) Meet Dietitian Colleen Canning, in our meeting room, then walk over to QF for a lesson on reading labels and selecting the best foods for your health (space is limited, book today!)
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ARTS& LIFE Ticket Contests
HE NEWS has five pairs of tickets to give away to area students who are involved in local music and arts programs, to the Sept. 19 Victoria Symphony concert in Qualiucum Beach. Thanks to patron Eric Charman, THE NEWS will award 10 tickets to students who are enrolled in, or have completed studies with local music and arts instructors, are in a local school music program or who are in college or university and taking arts or music. To enter, send your name, home town, phone number and music/arts program name and/or program instructor to: editor@ pqbnews.com. Winners will be drawn randomly at noon on Thursday, September 6. Deadline to enter is Wednesday, September 5 at 5 p.m.
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Left, Sandra and Heather McNeill, called The Magic of Zanthera, won a silver medal at a recent magic convention in Seattle.
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Parksville pair come second in Seattle’s Pacific Coast Magicians convention LISSA ALEXANDER
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t’s no illusion that magicians Heather and Sandra McNeill have a shiny new silver medal at their home in Parksville. The girls, 17 and 19, won the award at the annual Pacific Coast Association of Magicians Convention in Seattle, WA in early August, after competing in two adult categories. The whole experience was an exciting one for the sisters as it was their first medal in an adult category and it also marked another first. “We had never been to the States before,” said Heather. “It was our first time out of the country so it was exciting, and to bring home a medal was exciting too.” Heather and Sandra are known as The Magic of Zanthera, and have been doing magic for about 11 years, since they saw their first Harry Potter movie. Their dad showed them a neat trick
following the movie and after practicing some tricks themselves they thought they might try a routine for their next Brownie badge. Their leader loved it. “It was the best badge she’d seen in her 18 years of guiding,” said Heather. So the Brownie leader asked them to perform it for a number of groups. People started asking if they performed at birthday parties and “it just snowballed from there,” said Sandra. Today the girls’ acts involve a routine where they banter back and forth, providing comedy while doing some baffling tricks. Their funny and entertaining shows have snagged them a couple silvers and a gold medal in previous conventions. The competition in Seattle had over seven hours worth of competitive acts, which was the second longest in the convention’s 79-year history. Besides winning a medal, the girls also got to attend a number of work-
shops and lectures by world class magicians and even spoke with one of the magic icons, Shawn Farquhar, who gave them feedback on their act. “We sat down with him and talked for about an hour about what he thought,” Sandra beamed. The sisters agreed that the best part of doing their magic shows is to see people’s reactions. The girls will continue to perform at private parties and libraries and in the near future they hope to perform at elementary schools and encourage kids to stick with their dreams, as they did. And they will continue to follow their own dreams. “I love doing magic and I love performing for people,” said Sandra. “And if we can make a living doing what we love then it’s a worthwhile goal.” To book the Magic of Zanthera, call 250-248-2507, 250-240-6507 or send an email to zanthera1@yahoo.ca.
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Patron Eric Charman with Brian Jackson.
THE PARKSVILLE QUALICUM BEACH NEWS has a few more tickets to give away for the upcoming Victoria Symphony concert in Qualicum Beach — featuring conductor Brian Jackson. We are giving away two pairs of tickets to readers who can correctly identify what Mr. Jackson hopes to do while in Qualicum Beach (hint: it has to do with the ocean). The answer can be found online at www.pqbnews.com under our ‘entertainment’ tab — or in last week’s NEWS, page A23. This contest is separate from our student ticket contest (see above). To enter, send your name, home town, a contact phone number and the correct answer to editor@pqbnews.com. Deadline is Fri., Sept. 7 at 12 noon.
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Corks will be popping Saturday night as The Beach Club Resort in Parksville hosts its annual Bubbles on the Beach premier sparkling wine event. This is the fourth year for the ďŹ zzy affair which offers guests the opportunity to enjoy some great sparkling wines as well as other beverages paired with food ďŹ t for a king. Over the years champagne has been the heart of special occasions ‌ toasting weddings and launching ships and although the word champagne is often used to describe sparkling wine, the term is really meant for the bubbly selections that actually come from the Champagne region of France. That being said a good glass of bubbly does not need to have a chateau tacked onto its name in order to be considered high in quality and some amazing sparkling wines will be uncorked on Saturday, September 1. Shawna Broekhuizen, general manager of The Beach Club Resort said as well as British Columbia wines there will also be some European wines represented. “This year we have mixed it up a bit and it won’t just be bubbles. We also have wine for people who prefer that,â€? she pointed out. For those who like their libations shaken and ice cold there will be a martini luge. The casual affair will take place outside and guests can look forward to a smouldering evening of sparkling wine, food, jazz music and of course some
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The Beach Club’s Dave Paul opens a sparking wine bottle with a saber — a tradition likely to be repeated at this year’s Bubbles on the Beach.
champagne sabering. Broekhuizen learned how to saber when she was part of the Whistler wine festival 10 years ago and although she makes it look easy, she said in order for it work there are certain steps you have to follow. “I have been doing it for 11 years now. There is a technique ‌ the bottle has to be upside down on the ice and you rub the knife on the seam of the bottle.â€? Although Canadians aren’t as enthusiastic as the Europeans are for drinking sparkling wines, Broekhuizen admitted she would like to change that because she can’t say enough good things about B.C. wineries.
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in Nanaimo, under the direction of Carmella Luvisotto. Past events have featured the lovely Jessica Phillips, whose body was airbrushed with modern body art. This year artist Jeff King will be putting his artistic touches on a model who will be introduced for the ďŹ rst time. “We are going to showcase a new model Saturday night and that will be pretty exciting,â€? exclaimed Broekhuizen. There will be many culinary creations served throughout the evening including fresh oysters presented by Denman Island shellďŹ sh producers Hollie Wood Oysters. Gordon Food Services (GFS) Chris Vandepeear who has been a consulting chef at The Beach Club over past month will be also be hosting a food station. Along with the numerous seafood stations that include a shellďŹ sh bake and lobster bisque there will also be a roasted pig on a spit. Chocolate will be just one of the ďŹ nishing touches to wrap up the evening and at 9 p.m. DJ Travis James Smith will be spinning tunes in the restaurant. The sparkling wine event takes place at PaciďŹ c Prime Steak and Chop Restaurant’s beach front patio just steps away from the Parksville beach. Champagne and celebrations go hand in hand so if you haven’t made Labour Day long-weekend plans yet why not raise a glass to the last long weekend of summer. Corks will start popping at 6:30 p.m. Saturday night. For ticket information call 250-248-8999.
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Circle for Compassion introducing the Charter for Compassion and the Campaign for Compassionate Cities Parksville City Council has affirmed the Charter for Compassion and given support to the Campaign for Compassionate Cities, and the Town of Qualicum Beach and local Regional Directors are currently giving consideration to this campaign.
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Terri’s a regular winner at the fair Terri Bowen returns to the Lighthouse Country Fall Fair this weekend LISSA ALEXANDER
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Terri Bowen is no stranger to judges at the Lighthouse Country Fall Fair. She has won the Grand Aggregate award for overall arts and crafts two years in a row and this year she will be entering about 20 items in that category. “There are a huge variety of arts you can enter so I enter a lot of them,” she explained. These include watercolor paintings, pastel, photography, hand-made jewelry, needlework and her
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Terri Bowen is entering about 20 items into the Lighthouse Country Fall Fair this Saturday. Here she shows a sample of her photography and acrylic painting.
focus this year, acrylic paintings. Bowen moved to Bowser about four years ago from Calgary where she was the principal of a fine arts school. She said she has always been crafty and has enjoyed teaching art to children for a number of years. She is currently working on a children’s book that she is also illustrating. Besides entering items into the fair for the past few years, Bowen also volunteers at the event. The fair is a place where both adults and children can enjoy a
number of activities, she said, it brings the community together and gives people a chance to show what they can do. “I think it really showcases the bounty and talents of the families and all the individuals in Lighthouse country,” she said. Children can enjoy a good time at the fair, she said, with the pet and bike parade, wildlife education — like Bardo the owl from the North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre — pony rides, dog sports and an entertainment stage, among the activities.
Adults can enjoy the artisan hall filled with local artists and their crafts, as well as the car show, she said, and an open air market will also be set up. Bowen knows first hand about the great food that will be onsite, since she volunteers to make it. People will be pleased with the pie sale and giant meat draw, she said, among lots of tasty food choices. There will also be $7,000 worth of silent auction items, 5050 tickets and other draws at the fair. The Lighthouse Country Fall Fair hap-
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Coffee House events return to the Errington Hall LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
The Errington Hall is kicking off its popular coffee house events, with the ďŹ rst one of the
Collegue looking forward to concert STEVEN HEYWOOD editor@pqbnews
A former colleague of conductor Brian Jackson is looking forward to seeing the maestro in action in Qualicum Beach on Sept. 19. Fred Rusticus called THE NEWS from his home in Nanaimo this week, hoping to ďŹ nd out more details about the upcoming Victoria Symphony concert at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. The event will feature some of Jackson’s favourite pieces of music — compositions he has enjoyed working with in has 18 years or so as principal Pops conductor for the symphony. Jackson is planning on reducing his workload this year, and become semi-retired. Rusticus recalled his time as principal trumpet player for Jackson in 1975-’76 with the International Symphony of Sarnia, Ontario and Port Huron, Michigan. “We had him (as conductor) most of the time,â€? Rusticus said. “Then, he had a chance to go to the Boston Symphony.â€? Rusticus himself still plays the trumpet and now plays both that instrument and the euphonium for both the Oceanside and Nanaimo concert bands. He said he’ll be checking “his allowanceâ€? to see if he can buy tickets to the Qualicum Beach concert. Tickets are available at Mulberry Bush book stores in Parksville and Qualicum Beach.
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pies and puddings, and coffee and tea are always available. Doors open at 7 p.m. and music starts at 7:30 this Saturday. Admission is $5 for adults, half
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Victor Noblett (Vic) On September. 7th, 2012 from 2-4 PM, Vic’s 3 sons will be hosting a celebration of his life at the Sandbar Restaurant (6087 Island Hwy, Qualicum Bay).
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FOUND: RING by Foster Park. Call to claim (250)2488160. LOST. CELL phone. Small, silver Samsung, older style, Parksville area. (250)228-1579
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PLACES OF WORSHIP
PLACES OF WORSHIP
1931-2011
Loving you is easy We do it everyday Missing you is a heartache That never goes away Always with us Mom Love Marilyn, Terry, Corinne, Daisy and Families
God still heals and is the kindest person you’ll ever meet! Join us on Sundays
6:30pm
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on the Alberni Highway, near the Rod & Gun. DEATHS
DEATHS
MIHARIJA, Joseph Joseph (Joe) Miharija, born in the town church of Jedronova, Croatia in 1928 and lived in Vancouver, BC most of his life, died quietly this last Sunday, August 19, 2012, in Qualicum Beach BC, where he had resided since 1979. Our father passed away after a very long battle with cancer and medical complications due to his diabetes. We would like to thank the staff of the Gardens Home Care facility in Qualicum Beach for their unwavering support of our father and we thank the Nurses who were there by his side at his time of death. Joe is predeceased by his mother Ana, Father Josip, his loving wife Wilma (Billie), brother John and his niece Darleen. He Leaves behind his Son Paul (Wendy), Grandsons Jakeb & Marcus, Daughter BJ (Andy) Grandsons Brandon & Jordon, Daughter Kathy (Corky) grandkids Chad & Corrina & their family’s, Daughter Carol (Dale) Grandkids Angela, Laurayne & their family’s, as well as Daughter Violet. Joe is also survived by his sister Mary (John) (daughter’s Marilynn & JoAnne and thier family’s), his sister in law Daine (Son Rick and family, daughter Patricia and family) as well as Derek. It is our hope that Friends and Family will attend his funeral to be held Saturday September 8th, 2012 . Church Services to be held at Church of Ascension, 887 Wembley Road, Parksville at 1:30 pm. Burial to follow at Qualicum Cementary, 687 Jones Street Qualicum Beach. Reception tea to follow- location TBA. We would appreciate that in Lieu of owers that donations be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.
All welcome! More info at:
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DEATHS
William Johnstone Miller
March 20, 1942 – Aug 23, 2012 We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our husband, father, and grandfather on August 23, after a long and brave fight. Born in Scotland and predeceased by his father Fred, mother Margaret, and brother Tommy, Bill leaves behind his loving wife of 49 years, Margaret, son Brent (Adrienne), grandson Ethan, and numerous extended family and friends in Canada, Britain, and Australia. A celebration of life open house will be held at 1036 Miraloma Drive, Qualicum Beach, on Sunday, Sept 2, between 1:30 and 3:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, we request that donations be made to a charity of your choice.
An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilďŹ eld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. ASSISTANT COACH required for the Ravensong Aquatic Club at the Ravensong aquatic Center starting Oct. 1st, 2012. Salary based on qualiďŹ cations & experience. For inquiries please call 250-741-4404 Please send resume to: jpncampbell@mac.com BARTENDER/LOUNGE Server required for Mon-Fri 11:30am - 4:30pm shifts. Must have SIR, excellent knowledge of alcoholic beverages & serving exp. Apply at Giovanni’s Ristorante, #4, 180 W. 2nd Ave, Qualicum or email to info@giovannisqualicum.com BARTENDERS & SERVERS experienced, P/T or F/T. Please call 250-468-1735. CREEKMORE’S COFFEE is hiring part & full time customer service, food prep, baking. 2701 Alberni Hwy, Coombs. DAY & EVENING mobile patrol drivers required. FT/PT. Permanent. Must have valid security and drivers licence. Email resume to: hr@footprintssecurity.com
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
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ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING
GARDENING
CIPHER ACCOUNTING- Retired accountant accepting new clients. 778-988-9394.
CHELSEY’S GARDENING CertiďŹ ed horticulturist. Garden & lawn maint. 1 time visits OK. Look forward to seeing you & your garden. 250-586-6172
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 (PaciďŹ c) • Heavy Duty Mechanics. Full time with union rates and beneďŹ ts. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email: ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca.
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVER / BARTENDER needed. Must have “Serving it Right�, a positive attitude and must be able to work night shifts & weekends. Apply to: The French Creek Marine Pub, #1-1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.
TRADES, TECHNICAL Journeyman Mechanic Do you love the outdoors? OK Tire in Terrace, B.C. NOW HIRING! Excellent renumeration for successful applicant. Fax resume to (1)-250-635-5367 Attn. General Manager or Email: momack@citywest.ca
NOOTKA SOUND TIMBER Requires the following:
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Hydraulic Loader Operator/Hoe Chucker • Grapple Yarder Operator • Hooktender Level III OFA would be an asset. Operates on Nootka Island on a 14&7 or 10&4 shift
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The Parksville/Qualicum Beach News is looking for a responsible person to deliver in your area! call The News circulation at 248-4341, ext. 260. Call The News at 250-905-0017 CURRENT ROUTES AVAILABLE:
Parksville Rt #192 - 83 papers Parksville Rt #198 - 90 papers Bay Ave, Dogwood, Roscow & Wisteria
Parksville Route #212 - 70 papers Abernathy Pl, Fletcher Ave, Forbes Ave, Foster Dr & Woodburn St
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Emcon Services Inc., Road and Bridge Maintenance contractor, is looking for Auxiliary Heavy Duty Mechanics, preferably with experience repairing and maintaining highway maintenance equipment. These positions are based in our Nanaimo (Duke Point) and Parksville yards. QualiďŹ cations include:
Parksville Route #214 - 53 papers Aberdeen Dr, Kazan Ave, Mallory Ave, Sanderson Rd & Woodburn St
WATERCOLOUR CLASSES Come and have fun at our beach side studio/gallery and spend your day exploring the magic of watercolour painting. Watercolour classes with Greg Swainson (Raintree Studio & Gallery) Qualicum Beach. Sept 6th, Oct 4th & Oct 18th 9:30 to 3:30 each day. Cost $150 for all three, $110 for two & $60 for one. Class consists of reference materials supplied. Many demos will take place and tutorial help where needed. Contact 250-5943786 or email h2ohue@raintreestudiodio.ca
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Emcon Services Inc., 3190 Royston Road PO Box 1300, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0 FAX: (250) 336-8892 Email: island@emconservices.ca
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LESSONS IN Voice, Piano, Theory prep for all Royal Conservatory Exams, Festivals & Auditions. Call Margaret at 250-248-2576
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WES-COAST YARDBIRDS. Lawns, gardens, yard cleanup, hauling. Pressure washing, Irrigation, carpentry. Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444.
QualiďŹ ed applicants are invited to submit rĂŠsumĂŠs, along with photocopy of driver’s licence, an up-todate driver’s abstract and references to support mechanical experience to:
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GARDEN CLEAN-UP, hedge, lawn, sprinkler adjust, haul away anything. Call (250)2401116 for service today!
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence (minimum Class 3 / air). • Proven eet maintenance experience • BCTQ in heavy duty or commercial transport mechanics • Motor Vehicle Inspection Ticket • Good knowledge of trade related worksite safety • Proven work experience on industry related heavy-duty equipment; such as gravel trucks, plow trucks, winter maintenance attachments, loaders, graders, sweepers, mowers and backhoes
CARRIERS
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FOR ALL your drywall and painting needs, reno’s and repairs.Specializing in re-textured ceilings, spray paint. Call a pro, no job too small. Phil 250-954-1859.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
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NOW HIRING Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results. We currently have the following openings:
Area Planner Road Foreman Maintenance Supervisor Certified Millwrights Millwright/Planerman Technician
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ALL TYPES of hauling. Small loads, garden waste, construction debris & junk. Call Ron 250-757-2094, 250-228-1320.
“RENOVATIONS DONE Right” At Lobo97 Creations. We do Bathrooms, Mudroom additions, Carport Conversions, Decks New or Old, Flooring... For free est 250228-1339 lobo97@shaw.ca “We Will Show Up”
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POIRIER PAINTING, Residential / Commercial / Vinyl Siding / Driveway Power Washing/ Driveway Sealing. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, Free Estimates. Call Dan 250-240-3528. WCB
Call the qualified specialist... certified Garden Designer/Arborist
CLEAN-UP SPECIALIST, small or big loads, rubbish, garden, waste, junk. Service today at (250)240-1116.
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PHONE ANY day. We will Haul Away. Call anytime at 250-468-5733.
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BC’s #1 employer is Health Care Make This The Year You Could Get A Dental Health Career Dental Assistant II Program will prepare graduates to meet or exceed the requirements for a Dental Assistant Level II in British Columbia.
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As a dependable and approachable person, you’ve always been drawn to jobs that involve working with people. Thanks to your hands-on training at Discovery Community College, you will become an integral part of a team in your new career as a Dental Assistant. Your patients will depend on you for Scan here to quality treatment, advise, and comfort as you assist learn more the dentist and carry out chairside procedures.
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The Parksville Qualicum Beach News, an award winning community newspaper, has an opening for the position of Editor. Reporting to the publisher, the Editor is part of the senior management team and will be instrumental in helping guide the overall strategic direction of The NEWS. The successful candidate will possess above average leadership skills, will be a strong communicator, pay attention to detail and can manage and work under pressure in a deadline driven environment. As well as editing copy and paginating pages, the successful candidate can expect to produce news copy and editorials, take photographs, attend events and generate story ideas. Knowledge of Canadian Press style is vital. The ability to organize copy and supervise the production of special supplements is also required. The Editor will also be expected to work closely with the Publisher and staff in production and advertising. You have a passion for, and are comfortable with, all aspects of multimedia journalism. You have a track record of turning around well-written, fact-based, concise, well-produced content quickly, for posting online that day – with collateral (text, photos and video). You have skills in all aspects of web journalism; search-engine optimization of all content, content curation, social media (Facebook, Twitter) as both research tools, and traffic generators – listening and participating in the conversations and web management systems. The NEWS offers a great working environment with a competitive remuneration plan coupled with a strong benefits package and is one of BC’s Best Newspapers, the recipient of Gold for Best Community Newspaper in 2010 and Silver in 2011 by the BCYCNA, it is the paper of record in Parksville Qualicum Beach - celebrating it’s 30th year of publishing. The NEWS is owned by Black Press Ltd., Canada’s largest independent newspaper company, with more than 180 community, daily and urban newspapers and extensive online operations with over 250 websites. To apply, please forward your resume with a cover letter to: Peter McCully, Publisher publisher@pqbnews.com Deadline for applications is: August 31st, 2012 www.blackpress.ca
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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. 2 MOVERS with a pickup truck. We do move outs, hauling & junk removal. We also offer a cleaning service! For our rates please call 250-9475637. Free estimates!!
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. O.K. THE HANDYMAN. Interior & exterior painting & plastering. Small or big jobs. 250947-5970
PRESSURE WASHING PRESSURE WASHING. Oceanside House and Home. Pete 250-927-2641.
ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS EXPERIENCED, PROFESSIONAL Roofer. Re-roofs & repairs. Shingles, Cedar Shakes, Lowslope systems. Quality work at reasonable prices. WCB Ins. Seniors Discount. Call Joe 250-228 3053
PETS PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING - NO CAGES. I will care for your much loved cat(s) in my home. They get their own room with a home setting. Min. 7-day or long term stay. Limited space, book ahead! (250)740-5554
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267 BULLER Rd. Qualicum. (off Island Hwy). Multi-family. Sat. & Sun. Sept. 1 & 2, 8am1pm. Chest freezer, household goodies, antique fridge, tools. BOWSER. MULTI-FAMILY. 6902 West Island Hwy. Sat. Sept. 1, 8am-3pm. Dolls, Beanie babies, books, ornaments, desk, jewelry, bird cage, bath chair, bed rail, lots of misc. ERRINGTON. MOVING Sale. SAT. Sept. 1, 8am-noon & 2-5pm. All household items must go! 2051 Grafton Ave. FRENCH CREEK, 1273 Sunrise Dr., Sat. & Sun. Sep. 1st & 2nd. (9-1). Store liquidation of new, never worn clothing, ladies & teens. Variety of styles & sizes. Back to school items are $5. to $15. ea. Some giftware. FRENCH CREEK, 824 Nicolls Dr.(Sandpiper) Aug 31, Sept 1 & 2 (9-2). Moving Sale, household, & garage items. FRENCH CREEK: 951 Fishermans Circle, Sat., Sept. 1st, 9-3pm. Giant sale. All new items; medical & home care, summer, seasonal. FRENCH CREEK. DOWNSIZING. Sat. Sept. 1, 8am-1pm. Misc. household, antiques. 743 Drew Rd HILLIERS, 3120 Rinvold Rd. Sat. Sept 1st. (9-2) Moving Sale! Everything goes!! PARKSVILLE, 1029 Yellow Brick Rd. Sat. Sept. 1st (8:30 1:30). Moving! Household, etc PARKSVILLE, 107 Acacia St. Sep 1 & 2 (9-4). Water skis, golf clubs , canning jars, & lost of misc items. No kids stuff. PARKSVILLE, 178 Hamilton Ave., Sat, Sept. 1, 9am-2pm. Moving Sale. Household items, tools, clothing and much, much more. PARKSVILLE, 19 Magnolia Dr. Sep 1 (8-?). Humungous yard sale, great variety of stuff, dishes, tools, clothes, books, fabric & more. QUALICUM BEACH, 208 Garden Rd. W. Sat. Sept 1st (8-1)
PARKSVILLE, 642 Forsyth Ave., Sat, Sept. 1, 9am-1pm. Large Family Moving Sale. Something for everyone. No early birds. PARKSVILLE, 870 Marsh Plc., Sat, Sept. 1, 8am-12pm. Clearing Out Sale. Something for everyone. PARKSVILLE, end of ALLWOOD Cul-de-sac. Sep 1 (9?). Sporting goods, electronics, automotive, camping gear, military items, kids footwear, vintage & antique items, incl. 78 rpm records, lots more including free stuff!! PARKSVILLE. Sat. Sept. 1st, 8am-1pm. OUR HUSBANDS MADE US CLEAN OUT OUR CLOSETS! Assorted sizes ladies clothing & accessories, size 10 shoes, collectibles, jewelry & craft supplies. Bikes, video games, retired teacher teaching materials, books & husbands’ junk - saws. etc. Lots more treasures. Cancelled if rain. 786 Forbes & Abernathy. QUALICUM: EAGLE Mini Warehouse, 281 Fern E., Sat., Sept. 1st, 9-1pm. Lots of odds and ends, great prices! QUALICUM. GARAGE Sale Saturday Sept. 1, 9am–2pm. Large assortment of items. 364 First Ave. QUALICUM. SAT. Sept. 1st. 8am-2pm. Misc household, antiques, fishing gear, electric piano, bike, plants & much more! 360 Palm Drive. WAREHOUSE CLEARANCE FINAL 2 DAYS!! Painted Furniture & Vintage Home Decor Fri. Aug. 31 (3 til 7) Sat. Sept. 1st, ( 9 til 1) 702 Beach Rd. Qualicum Beach www.stellarjonbeach.com
WHISKEY CREEK (2 Family Sale), 3547 & 3551 Hebert Rd., Sat & Sun, Sept. 1 & 2, 8am-1pm. Rain or shine. Lots for him AND her.
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
APPLIANCES
BUILDING SUPPLIES
MATCHING FRIGIDAIRE 18 cu ft Fridge and 30� self clean smooth top Stove, “stay clean� stainless steel and black. New in Oct/2011, asking $950 obo. Call (250)752-5573.
WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE
$$ CASH PAID $$ for NEWER FRIDGES, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS etc.
Rebar For Sale
Residential & Commercial ENQUIRIES WELCOME Fabricating & delivery available if required. CALL NORM AT Harbor West Steel anytime
250-954-5704 FARM EQUIPMENT
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251
ART OBJECTS
HOBBY FARM Tractor, Case-646, 44� bucket, 3-point hitch, rototiller. Good shape; recently serviced. $4,995. Cell: 250-858-8951; 250-385-1901, or fax: 250-480-1602
FREE ITEMS FREE DROP OFF: Oil, batteries, scrap metal. We pay $Cash$ for unwanted Cars & Trucks. Call anytime. Norms Towing & Salvage (prev. of Bull Dog Auto) 250-757-8911 or 250-954-7543. BILL RIED Prints. Set of four, lrg, professionally framed, unsigned, rare pictures from the 70’s. Haida Art dog salmon, Dog ďŹ sh, Shark, Raven, Bear. $800. 1 (250)758-0774
UNDER $300
FRIENDLY FRANK CANON PRINTER and Scanner, hardly used, $65 obo. Call (250)951-0839.
FUEL/FIREWOOD
CRAFTSMAN TURBO-cooled lawnmower 6.75HP. Self propelled, rear bagger. $250. (250)752-1746.
COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).
ANTIQUES/VINTAGE
ANTIQUES/VINTAGE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
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FUEL/FIREWOOD
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FOR SALE BY OWNER
SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ďŹ rewood producer offers ďŹ rewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.
SEASONED FIR FIREWOOD 2 cord special $350. Delivery within Qualicum Town or Parksville City Boundaries.
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167 VALDEZ Avenue Qualicum Beach. Updated 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, rancher with peek-a-boo views of the ocean. Single car garage Great neighborhood! Call Katherine (250)752-5433 for an appointment
LARGE DRESSER with mirror, dark wood, $300. (250)729-9486, Nanaimo.
ACER 17� at screen computer, Canon Printer, swivel desk & chair, like new, $350 (all). JVC 48� projection colour TV, oor model, 4 yrs old, $300. Love seat, like new, light colours, $150. (250)951-0839. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
Antique Pine Furniture, FolkArt & Country Home Accessories. 1800’s circa Pine Armoire, 4 drawer chest of drawers, bedside cabinet, 2 small kitchen tables, blanket box, 3 plank 4’ coffee table, wash stand cabinet, 2 basket weave seat chairs, door with stained glass & dental molding. Wrought iron round glass top table & 4 chairs, 2 white slip covered arm chairs, bird cages, Canada goose decoys, duck decoys, bird houses, Royal Worster Evesham china, high end pots & pans, lawn mower, 24� propane range, 60’s twig plant stands, baskets, iron garden ornaments, benches & stools, clothing, women’s medium size floater suit, compac vacuum, ceramic planter pots, blk & white stripe slipcover for Ikea Ektorp 3 seater couch, king size quilted bedspreads, basket lamps, wood rocking chair, riding boots size 10, patchwork quilt, fly rod & fishing gear, crystal glassware, bowls & vases & lots more. If you want pictures of pine furniture I can email. 0O -BCPVS %BZ 8FFFLFOE 4FQU t BN QN 5P 7JFX $BMM 1*-05 8": #FBDIDPNCFS /BOPPTF
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PARKSVILLE, 1200 sq ft., 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, private backyard, & new roof on a quiet street close to schools. $275,000 Call 250-240-8558
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AVORADO RESORT. Beautiful waterfront RV Resort. New Sites For Sale ($63,900). All season, full amenities, clubhouse & beach access. Co-op Resort w/Lifetime Ownership! www.avorado.com Call 250-228-3586.
FRENCH CREEK House Resort. Waterfront cottages available for long term monthly rentals. 1 & 2 bdrm. 2 bdrm Suites also available, N/S. Call 250-248-3998 PARKSVILLE QUIET, 2 bdrm Cottage on acreage. Church Rd. $ 800 Call 250-228-3177
MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES QUALICUM: COZY, clean 2bdrm suite in SxS duplex, minutes from Qualicum Beach. Country setting, N/P, $750/mo. utils not included. Avail. now. (250)752-6098, (250)954-8847
40 ft Park Model in year round park in Parksville. Add on room & patio, carport & shed. Pad rent includes cable & wi-ďŹ . Call 250-951-4902
MOBILE HOMES & PADS
(OPEN HOUSE). Nanoose Bay, 4 bdrm, 2 bath Rancher, private backyard, large front & back deck, great neighbourhood, close to school. Sun, Sept. 2nd, 12:00 PM-3:00 PM. (2476 Schirra Drive).
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APARTMENT/CONDO 255 HIRST Avenue- 1 & 2 bdrms, $700-$900. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com #305 297 HIRST Avenue- 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath. $1350 furnished. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com #307 297 HIRST Avenue- 2 bdrm+ den, 2 bath. $1150. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 55+ INDEPENDENT LIVING. 1 & 2 bdrm, sunny patio condos, Oct 1. Walk to beach, & shopping. Housekeeping incl; meals optional. 250-468-1465 or 250-586-6703 CHARMING 1-BDRM condo w/balcony in downtown Qualicum. 5 appls & prkg, insuite laundry. N/S. Long term rental. $825 mo. Avail Oct. 1. Call 250-240-0182. OCEAN SANDS RESORT on Rathtrevor Beach. Fully furnished 2 bdrm condos includes utilities, cable, phone & internet. Units available starting Sept 1. $1100/mo. Call (250)954-0662. PARKSVILLE. 930 sq.ft. ground level 2 bdrm condo. Insuite laundry, H/W oors, W/D, D/W, gas F/P, parking, NS/NP. Avail. now. $1000/mo. Lease, ref’s req’d. 250-947-5151. PARKSVILLE SPACIOUS 1 bdrm apt. quiet bldg, centrally located. Hot water, storage, parking, included in rent. $700 p.mo. Avail immed. 250-2485431 QUALICUM. (7 km to) 1 bdrm apt in Heritage building. NS/NP. $450. + utils. Avail. now or Oct. 1. 250-954-4018. QUALICUM: 1 bdrm, $550 + util’s, NS/NP refs. required. Avail. Aug 1. 250-951-6395. QUALICUM BEACH, 2 bdrm Condo, grd oor, corner unit, lots of windows, W/D, ďŹ replace, patio, walk to town, $1000 mo, ref’s. Avail now. Call (250)954-0041. RATHTREVOR Beachfront luxury furnished 3 bdrm condo, 2 bath, Sept - June, 2012. $1300. 604-787-9771.
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1060 SQ.FT. Rancher, Parksville. 2 bdrm, 5 appl’s, garage & workshop. Close walk to beach. 1 yr lease. Ref’s. Pets negotiable. $1100/mo + hydro. N/S. Oct. 1. 250-752-2250 112 PYM, 4 bdrm, 2 bath $1275. Ardent Properties. w w w. a r d e n t p r o p e r t i e s. c o m (250)753-0881. 3-BDRM CHARACTER home, Qualicum. Close to schools & town. Utils not incld. N/S, pets upon approval. Avail now or Sept. 15. $1250./mo. Lv msg at (250)240-1897. CUSTOM, NEW, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, wheel-chair access, 3000 sq.ft. house on 3 acres in QB; near golf course, airport, N/S. Avail Oct 1; $1800./mo + utils., neg. fnsam@shaw.ca ERRINGTON1300sq ft, newly reno’d, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, W/D, F/S, D/W, wood stove, lrg storage, fenced yrd, 1/4 acre, pets ok. $1200. Available Oct 1. (250)947-5198. ERRINGTON, 3 bdrm rancher, 1200 sq ft on acreage. Woodstove/elect heat, w/d, f/s, outdoor patio, & storage shed. Avail Sept 01st. $1100/mo.+ util. 250-248-5662 / 250-6183688 MODERN 3 yr old home, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, beautiful views, bid deck, private, paved driveway, directly across from Qualicum Beach access, 1 yr lease, N/P, N/S, ref’s a must, avail Oct. 1, $1500 mo. Email: vilightman@shaw.ca OCEANFRONT, 4bed, 4bath home for rent Oct. 1-Feb 28, $1500/m plus utilities. Visit: www.georgiabeachhouse.ca and call 905-335-2378 won’t last! PARKSVILLE: 3 bdrm, 2 bath rancher. Semi furnished. 1300sqft. $1250+ util’s. N/S, pet considered. Newly painted, modern design, oversized garage. Avail. Sept. 1/15. Call (250)927-1497. PARKSVILLE, 3 Bdrm,Good neighbourhood, near downtown, being reno’d & avail. early Sept. 2012. $1100 p/m negotiable.N/S. Call Murray 250-248-0132 / 250-228-2834 or Larry 250-586-1561 QUALICUM BEACH: Little Qualicum River Village. 3 bdrms, 3 bath, new house w/ loft, propane F/P, garage, N/S, small pet ok, $1100 mo + utils. Avail Oct. 1 (showing Aug. 25th onwards). 250-752-5505. SAN PARIEL, Parksville. 2-3 bdrm, 2 bath rancher. 5 appls, fenced yard, quiet cul-de-sac. NS/NP. $1300/mo. Avail. Oct. 1st. (250)954-3474.
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
BRIGHT & SPACIOUS, near new, 2 bdrm, upper suite near Parksville train station. 1000 sq ft, 5 appl’s, deck with partial mountain view, NS, NP. $975/mo + util’s. Call: 1-250716-6797 or 250-248-3850.
please refer to our website: www.parksvillerealestate.com to view our rental properties QUALICUM BEACH Rancher, walk to town & beach, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, double garage in NEW condition, $1400/mo utils extra. Avail Oct. 1st. NO Pets, Smokers or Partiers! Call 250752-4842.
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COOMBS. 12 mins to Parksville/ QB. Bright 3-bdrm, open concept - kitchen, dining room, family room. Garage. F/S, D/W, wood stove. $1000/mo. 250-951-9962. LARGE BACHELOR suite with sundeck, 10 mins south of Parksville, 3 appls, utils incl’d Quiet, mature, ref’s. N/S, N/P, $625 mo. 250-468-7993. WEMBLY MALL area, 1 bdrm main oor, avail. immed. Call 250-228-3177 WHISKEY CREEK- 1500sq ft, 3 bdrms, 2 bath upper level of house, 5 appls. Small pet ok. NS, lrg deck $950/mo + utils. 250-954-9185. Avail Immed.
NANAIMO 1260 sq ft single level, garage, 1 bdrm, 2 bath, furnished. n/s, n/p. Avail OctApr $1550/mo incl heat, TV, etc. 250-240-7672 abbie7060@yahoo.com
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1998 HONDA CIVIC $3,999 5 speed manual trans., power windows, steering & locks. Front brakes & timing chain done in 2011. 250-754-5777 or 250-951-3156
2010 SUBARU Outback AWD, PZEV, Moonroof, 35,000 miles, ext. Warranty. $25,000. Call 250-248-6344.
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QUALICUM BEACH - Lovely furn’d 1 bdrm suite, $700 mo utils incl’d. Avail Oct. 1st. NO Pets, Smokers or Partiers! Call 250-752-4842.
SUITES, UPPER 14A-1010 Shearme Rd., Coombs, 2 bdrm, $900. Ardent Properties. www.ardentproperties.com (250)753-0881.
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
2004 VW TOUAREG. Only 135,000 km, economical, spirited V6 engine, all wheel drive and tow hitch with electric brakes. Unique 6 speed Tiptronic auto transmission. Well equipped interior, rear mounted CD changer. Beautiful, well maintained. $13,900 obo, 250658-1123 mjmarshall@telus.net
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
DOGLEG RD SELF STORAGE. 250-752-0175. Special 5’ x 10’ units $36/mo. incl tax.
ERRINGTON. 2-BDRM home on acreage. 5 appl’s, wood stove. N/S. $950./mo + utils. Avail now. (250)954-7997.
RENT TO OWN RV set-up on pads starting at $495/mo in Errington. (250)954-1355.
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PARKSVILLE AREA- RV pad. Wooded site. $425/mo, includes utils. Available now. Call 250-927-5623.
WHISKEY CREEK. LARGE bdrm with private entrance in rural Qualicum home. Laundry, internet, cable & utils incld. Need car. Avail Sept.15. $450./mo. (250)752-1121.
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PARKSVILLE, EMPLOYED, quiet non-smoking woman seeking like room-mate for house. Two private rooms & bathroom. Share kitchen /laundry. Furnished or not. $650 p/m all inclusive. Call 250-2485077. Must like cats!!
2010 BUICK ENCLAVE, white opal ebony leather, heated & cooled front seats. 19� x 7.5� chrome, 7 passenger, navigation & entertainment panorama roof. 51,000 km’s. $41,000 Call 250-594-0012
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TRUCK & CAMPER COMBO $12,000. obo. ‘95 F250 super cab pick up, new tires, brakes, hi-jacker, overload spring paks CAMPER ‘90 Bigfoot 11.5ft totally equipped. 250-757-8783
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29 FT Landau Model. No slides. 107 K. Well taken care of with good brakes and tires and smooth suspension. Batteries all good. Nice Stereo/Dvd Player and 22 inch Lcd, 4kw Onan Genset, sleeps 6. Fridge, stove, microwave and A/C. Stand up shower. Ford V-10 and ready for Summer! Asking $18,000 obo. Call Pete 250-756-2698 or Andy 1-778-835-7058.
2002 MERCEDES E320 Loaded, immaculate, all leather. Silver on Gray. $129,000 km’s. Original owner. $12,500. Call 250-594-0012.
PARKSVILLE: WANT to rent furnished 2 to 3 bdrm house with fenced yard, Dec-May, ref’s avail. Call (250)248-2027.
SUPER SWAMPER Interco Tires: 34 x 10.50 - 15 LT . $1700 obo. Call 250-920-6705
DOWNTOWN PARKSVILLE, two 800 sq ft adjacent ground level retail/ofďŹ ce spaces for lease, great location, 124 Middleton Ave. Asking $600 mo each + triple nets. Call 250248-3655 or 250-905-2526.
1999 MAZDA Miata Convert & hard top. SE model, black ext. tan leather, 122,000k, power windows/doors/steering/antenna, 5spd manual. Bose sound system, cruise control, alarm, ABS brakes. Tires good, new brakes last 5,000k. Regular service; excellent condition. $9,990. (250)729-4948
TOWNHOUSES
WATERFRONT. 2-BDRM, 2 bath, lrg kitchen. Live/ dine/ den/ solarium. $1200/mo ďŹ rm. 250-480-2832, 250-752-9724.
Wendy Hofforth, Property Manager Rental Properties Nanoose Bay/Parksville/ Qualicum Beach For current rentals please check my website: www.vanislandrealty.com 124 Craig St., P.O. Box 460 Parksville, B.C. V9P 2G6 Toll Free: 1-866-386-2735 e-mail: cbpropertymanage ment@shaw.ca
1996 MERCEDES C-280, V-6, 4-door, sport sedan, color: desert sand. 162,000k, leather interior, heated seats, fully loaded, $6,500.(250)390-2424
1994 RUSTLER 24.5’ 5th wheel Trailer. 4 burner stove, new awning, all in good condition, everything works well. Asking $7000 obo. Please call (250)723-8855.
2005 GMC Yukon Denali. Fully loaded, extra winter rims & tires, 179,000 k’s. $14,900.00 Call 250-468-1619 or email: dansonja@telus.net
TRUCKS & VANS 2005 Jayco Jayight 28 ft RLS travel trailer. Non smokers, no pets. Lg. slide, walk around queen bed, sleeps 6. Very comfortable and in excellent cond. New golf cart batteries, BBQ, Adco full cover. 10000lb equalizer hitch. $16,000. May consider good short-box camper in trade. 250-245-2920. READY TO go south! 1996 Sportsmaster 5th Wheel, 24 ft, excellent condition with 1988 GMC 2500 Pickup; all maintenance records; $11,000 obo. Lorne, Parksville BC. Call 250-954-0511.
2002 GMC Sierra 4x4 short box, 140,000 km. 1995 9’3� camper plus canopy for truck. All very good cond. $15,000. (250)248-7358. 89 FORD F350, 4 dr, long box 1 ton, 460 auto, well maintained, good for hauling & towing. $1000. obo. 250-951-0855
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2011 FORD Focus SE $14,900. A/C, heated seats, Bluetooth, remote keyless entry, 32 000 km, full warranties, & more! Call (250) 756-0502.
SPORTS & IMPORTS 1988 VOLVO 240DL, body in good shape, no rust at all. Good driving condition. Includes 4 new all season tires and 4 new snow tires. $2000 obo. Call (250)240-2014 or email to: joepanic@sd69.bc.ca
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Doors open 7:30pm. All ages welcome! Vancouver, BC’s own Balkan Brass orchestra! Tickets at Errington Store, Cranky Dogs & Heaven on Earth. Errington Hall
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6pm-9pm, Fri. & Sat. Enjoy clarinet while you dine . The Old Dutch Inn, Qualicum
PETER MASON PLAYS 5:30pm-8pm Sandbar Cafe
TIMBERLINE DANCE
8-11pm, Adult: $8.00 Bradley Centre 975 Shearme Road, Coombs
MUSIC TRIVIA
Entertainment
42ND LIGHTHOUSE COUNTRY FALL FAIR
10am-4pm. A more than a full day of affordable family fun. www.communityclub.ca 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay
BIG DADDY
Rock, country rock & classic The Shady Rest Pub
Activities
FOREVER YUNG OPEN HOUSE
10am-noon, demo at 10:30, refreshments, pick up a free ďŹ rst class coupon. 250-2400533, 281 E. Island Hwy. Pioneer Plaza
REGISTER FOR 18 HOLE FUNDRAISER
ARTISAN’S MARKET
Arrowsmith Golf & Country Club presents A Breast of Life dragon boat team 18 hole scramble Sat. Sept.8 please register by Sept.1 250-752-9727.
SALMON FEST.
ORANGE BRIDGE MARKET
The Shady Rest Pub
Activities Last market of the season!122 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach. 3-8pm.
Aug.31-Sept.3, everyone welcome. www.salmonfest.ca Clutesi Haven Marina, Port Alberni
The
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250-954-1872 600 Alberni Highway
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9am-1pm, food entertainment & more 716 E Island Hwy, Parksville.
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42ND ANNUAL LIGHTHOUSE COUNTRY FALL FAIR
THU. SEPT.6
A full day of family fun. Live local entertainment. Bouncy Castles, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Hamster Ball races, Face Painting, Organized Games, Animal Displays. Arts, Crafts and Hobby entries from the community. Adults, $5. Children FREE. All children’s activities on the fair grounds are FREE.
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Labour of Love Tour Doors 7:30pm Errington War Memorial Hall
Tickets available at Errington Store, Cranky Dogs & Heaven on Earth
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Entertainment
QUALICUM BEACH FARMERS’ MARKET 8:30-Noon. Qualicum Beach Community Hall, Veteran’s Way Qualicum Beach
PANCAKE BREAKFAST QB Seniors Centre, 703 Memorial Avenue, Qualicum Beach. 8:30-11:30am
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JAZZ & BLUES OPEN MIC
TUE. SEPT.4 Activities
ROCK & GEM CLUB
9am registration for 2012 Denman Island annual 8.5 km run/walk. all proceeds go to breast cancer research. Info. 250-335-1372
9am. at St. Stephen’s Church Hall. Speaker Harry Swain Minister of Indian & Northern Affairs during 78 day OKA stand off
LIVE MUSIC
SUN. SEPT.2 PANCAKE BREAKFAST
QB PROBUS CLUB
Activities
10am-1pm. Errington Community Park
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WED. SEPT.5
Short (30 min - 1 hr) programs for kids (5-12y) that help kids to appreciate the nature of the park. www.naturehouse.ca
ERRINGTON FARMERS’ MARKET
TUE. SEPT.4
7-10pm. Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach
JERRY’S RANGERS
7-9pm Meets at Red Cedars Room, Parksville community centre. Info. 250-248-6177
AIR CADETS REGISTRATION 6:30-8:30pm Qualicum Beach Airport, hangar A3 for boys & girls ages 12-18
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GRANDMOTHERS FOR AFRICA CYCLE TOUR
6:30pm Author reading at Parksville Library 250-2483841 or parksville@virl.bc.ca
For the second year I will be cycling from Campbell River to Victoria (275 km) with other Grandmothers and Grand-others to raise money to help Grandmothers in Africa. More info. see www.qualicum.bc.ca/events Sept. 7th
PV NEWCOMERS
7:30pm at Parksville Community Centre, 132 Jensen St., everyone welcome
NIA FITNESS
Join Maxine to experience a ďŹ tness class like no other. Free drop in class on from 10:00-11:00am at Qualicum Beach School of Dance, View recreation programs online at www. rdn.bc.ca/recreation. Phone RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-248-3252
VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSIC WORKSHOP
Sept.7-9 Check our website at www. vancouverislandmusic workshop.com/ for registration and downloadable registration forms. Ten talented seminar leaders,in a beautiful setting with 75 other musicians of all levels. Adult: $300.00 Seven Springs Resort, Nanoose
65TH PORT ALBERNI FALL FAIR Sept.7-9 Port Alberni Fairgrounds
Entertainment
6-9pm. The Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach
DANCE TO TIMBERLINE
Parksville Legion. 7:30-10:30. 146 W Hirst Street Parksville
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7-8:30pm Mythic Archetypes, Part Two. Pharmasave Health Centre 1-281 East Island Hwy, Parksville
THU. SEPT.6 Entertainment
THE LAZY MIKE TRIO 7-11pm. Live Band. Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Isl Hwy, Qualicum Beach
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FISHING
STEVEN HEYWOOD PHOTO
For some shots, determining the winner came down to a tale of the tape.
LAWN BOWLING
Parksville wins the challenge PARKSVILLE — The way this year’s Parksville-Qualium Beach lawn bowling club challenge worked, is that Qualicum Beach teams came over to the Parksville club for round one Tuesday morning. After lunch at the club in Parksville, the players moved their games up to Qualicum Beach’s club. “It’s always a friendly rivalry when we play each other,” said Parksville club spokesperson Carol Bucyk, “and this year, Parksville was successful.” This challenge, she continued, has been going on since the mid-1990s. “A lot of good memories and friendships have been built between the two clubs because of this event.” — NEWS staff, with files from Carol Bucyk
JAMES CLARKE PHOTO
Local fly fishing guru Courtney Ogilvie was in his happy place this week, working his line down at green bridge pool.
An excellent fishing season Local fly fishing guru says it has been a fabulous year for the sport
JAMES CLARKE
sports@pqbnews.com
Courtney Ogilvie was in his happy place when THE NEWS drove by this week, standing on the rocks fly fishing Little Qualicum River at ‘good old green bridge pool’ next to Riverside Resort. “Look at that,” he beamed out of the blue as the sun broke through a patch of clouds and bathed the popu-
lar fishing hole in a warm afternoon light. “There’s lots of fish in there ... pink salmon, some chinook ...” For those following along at home, September 1 marks the end of gear fishing season and the start of fly fishing, which runs through to Nov. 30. A long standing member of the BC Federation of Fly Fishers, longtime mentor, and the man behind Bows-
er’s Nile Creek Fly Shop, Courtney, 63, who has fished waters the world over, said “its been a fabulous year for fishing locally.” “Excellent, just excellent for sea-run cut throat trout, pink salmon and chinook.” For more info on the local fly fishing scene go to www.nilecreekflyshop. com.
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Leone King, left, and Lynne Britz look over a shot made during the Parksville-Qualicum Challenge this week.
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it, and there’s value there,â€? Stilwell said. She said leading up to the London Games, her training has been “absolutely fantastic.â€? She made alterations to her push technique, her diet, and even her race chair. A whole bunch of little changes, she said, have combined to bring incredible results. At a meet in Switzerland in May, Stilwell lowered her own world records to 19 seconds in the 100m and 34.08 seconds in the 200m. Two months later in Windsor, Ont., she lowered her 100m record again to 18.67. She keeps shaving off milliseconds, but that’s not her primary goal, she said. “I’m never focused on trying to beat the clock, I’m really focused on the technique and the performance,â€? Stilwell said. “I know that if I push properly and don’t make any mistakes, it’s a awless race, the result will come in the end.â€? If she’s done the training, then it will show on race day, she said. In front of 25 friends and family members in London, Stilwell will wheel to the start line with a speciďŹ c idea of how the race will go. She’s won enough big races to know how to execute a game plan, no matter the environment.
“If you can plan the race and race the plan, good things will happen,â€? she said. “Of course you have to be somewhat exible for the unexpected. You can’t totally let the unexpected throw you off your game.â€? She’s pretty familiar with the ďŹ eld of competitors she will see in London in her T52 division, and goes in as the favourite. Maybe she’ll win double gold again. Maybe she’ll win double gold again, and be even better. “If I push myself hard enough, I know there’s room for improvement. So I’m going to keep doing that‌â€? she said. “I always know that you can do better.â€? GAMES ON Michelle Stilwell races the 200m on Saturday (Sept 1). Qualifying is at 7:51 a.m. PST with the ďŹ nals at 12:24 p.m. She then races the 100m Sept. 5 with heats at 2:24 a.m., ďŹ nal at 1:36 p.m. Tony Theriault, a mixed fours rower from Nanaimo, has his ďŹ rst heat at 3:30 a.m. on Friday (Aug. 31) and the ďŹ nals are Sept. 2 at 2:30 a.m. Parksville’s Trevor HirschďŹ eld is on the Canadian wheelchair rugby team, which plays their opening game on Sept. 5. — Nanaimo News Bulletin/Black Press
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Youth Soccer
Gens in Nanaimo to open season JAMES CLARKE
sports@pqbnews.com
FALL REGISTRATION online at
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15 - Aug. 18
Late Registration:............ Aug. 19 - Sept. 30 (Late registrations have no guaranteed placement)
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The Oceanside Generals take to the ice tonight for their one and only pre-season game against their new rivals the Nanaimo Buccaneers. Those behind the local community-owned junior hockey club are looking forward to start of a new era.
“We sure are,” Generals vice-president Dan Jack. “We’re really excited ... it’s always exciting when you go in a new direction with improvement in mind.” Tonight marks the debut of Oceanside’s new head coach Brent Demarais, who has brought in assistant coaches Rob Gaudrault
and Bryce Abbott who was with the team last year. This will be Jack’s seventh season on the board. “There’s about a dozen of us now and we have some real quality people on the board this year,” he said, adding, “I think we have a real good coach; he’s going to teach them how to play
the game hard, and also be respectful, so there’s some good values there.” Jack also made the point “there’s going to be a lot more hands helping out at the games, and hopefully more fans ...it’s the best entertainment value in town — these kids play their hearts out,” said Jack.
Parksville hosts the 23rd Volleybash JAMES CLARKE
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Parksville Community Park will be jumpin’ this weekend as players from all over the province square off as part of Volleybash 23. B.C.’s longest-running beach volleyball tournament kicks off Friday night with a beer ‘n burger night at the Rod & Gun. Saturday sees Co-Ed Triples action, and Sunday is the Men’s and Women’s Doubles.
“We have divisions for all skill levels,” said tournament founder Shane Hyde. Volleybash features
four divisions: Rec (little or no beach volleyball experience); Comp (beach volleyball experience
but limited tournament experience); Super-Comp (experience on the beach and in tournaments) and Open (elite beach volleyball experience). Two notables in the mix this year are Canadian Beach Volleyball Team members Maverick Hatch and Jamie Broder. The finals for both events get underway in the afternoon.
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MSRP $40,985 GM VISA --$2,000 $2,000 VETERANS -$500 -$500 HARRIS MAKING IT BETTER --$10,276 $10,276 LOYALTY BONUS --$1,000 $1,000
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#12292
Making a great deal better... every day! END-OF-SUMMER USED CLEAROUT
2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM
Clean, wellmaintained car
#12032
#12336A
5,995
$
Even better: 88 4 888 $$4,8
21,995
$
Even better: 8 88 18 88 $$18,8
40,995
36,792
$
*All Alll rrebates b t to t d dealer l
#12021A
Even better: 88 888 28 8 $$28,
32,995
$
2010 CHEVY AVEO LS
2012 MERCEDES C250
$
8 88 31 88 $$31,8
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XTR package withrare EcoBoost engine
Well-equipped elegance, navigation, leather & sunroof #12094A
Even better:
2011 FORD F150 S/CAB 4X4
2011 KIA SOUL 4U
Funky ride, great colour
#1189
2012 GMC SAVANA CARGO VAN
Tradesman special (demo)
Even better: 88 888 38 8 $$38,
2007 GMC SIERRA 1500 4X4
Z71 package, 4” lift & big wheel combo #12264A
29,995
$
2005 PROWLER 245 RKS
14,995
$
#12295A
#12076A
12,995
8 88 9 88 $$9,8
Even better: 8 88 10 88 $$10,8
2007 TOYOTA RAV4
Great sport utility vehicle at a great price
$
88 888 2255 8 $$25,
5th wheel, great for smaller trucks
5 door, super economy, only 15,000 kms
Even better:
Even better:
21,995
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Even better: 8 88 17 88 $$17,8
The $1000.00 Loyalty bonus (tax inclusive) is available for any current owners and/or lessees of any model year GM truck as well as Ford F150, F250, F350, Dodge Ram, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan/Frontier, Mazda B Series, or Honda Ridgeline. *Biweekly installments are calculated at MSRP based on .99% interest at 84 months OAC. Total interest paid: $890 **Biweekly installments are calculated at MSRP based on .99% finance at 84 months OAC. Total interest paid $1162. Does not include fees or levies. See dealer for details.
1-800-723-5714
512 EAST ISLAND HWY, PARKSVILLE, BC V9P 2G7
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