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Rail service on Vancouver Island was given a $945,000 lifeline Tuesday night as Regional District of Nanaimo directors narrowly voted to provide their portion of the funding needed to get the track back up to snuff. The issue was a contentious one, with opponents and supporters split mostly on rural-urban lines. The debate was preceded by several late delegations, most of whom spoke against the project. Errington residents Brian and Enid Mary Sangster-Kelly both said they loved rail transport but argued that the cost estimate for the repairs to the rail line was far too low, meaning the RDN payment would not be a one-off, but rather just the first in a number of inevitable requests. Terry Moore was also against the funding, arguing the rail line didn’t work before and there wasn’t enough potential to make it work now. Mike Delves spoke in favour, arguing the current generation had the benefit of the infrastructure laid down by previous generations, but they have failed to maintain it, meaning the younger generation will be faced with either massive bills to bring it back up to standard or with the lack of that infrastructure altogether. When the matter came up for debate, Nanaimo director George Anderson moved approval, with director John Ruttan seconding the motion. That’s when the ties started to fly. Nanaimo director Bill Bestwick, who supported the move at the committee of the whole meeting two weeks previously, changed his vote when he couldn’t get a guarantee that Via Rail would reinstitute passenger service. See WILLIE QUESTIONS, page A5
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Santa is flanked by Tigh-Na-Mara general manager Paul Drummond, left, and SOS executive director Renate Sutherland at the burgeoning toy wall Wednesday during the Toy Drive breakfast at Tigh-Na-Mara.
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It was a record-breaking day for the Toy Drive Breakfast at Tigh-Na-Mara Resort and plans are already in the works for the next one. There were 1,736 toys collected for the SOS during the breakfast on Wednesday morning and more than 1,400 people sat down to dine on a full breakfast after making their toy donation, said Tigh-Na-Mara general manager Paul Drummond. “It was really smooth and worked out really well,” said
Drummond. “We are already making plans for our fifth annual (next year).” Drummond said he was especially impressed with the public’s attention to the call for toys or gifts that were tween and teen appropriate. “We really appreciate the community looking at that and supporting it,” said Drummond. “There’s a huge need for it.” Despite the huge numbers coming through the door, staff from Tigh-Na-Mara and other organizations like the SOS and The NEWS helped the event move along efficiently, said Drummond. See PRESERVING, page A6
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STARTING POINT Moonlight Madness tonight in Parksville
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The madness will be moonlit tonight as retailers across downtown Parksville hit the Christmas shopping season running. There will be centres of action at the Corfield Plaza (beside Thrifty’s), Craig and Morrison Streets, and the parking lot between the Coastal Community Credit Union and Saheli Boutique where those stores are staging a big food and toy drive complete with Santa Claus, a live band, Christmas carols, hot chocolate and other treats. Stores are taking it upon themselves to stage holidays sales and events, so the sponsoring Parksville Downtown Business Association (PDBA) doesn’t know who will participate, but executive director Pamela Bottomley said they are excited about the response. She also encourages people to look up for five rooftop Christmas trees the PDBA has installed. While some stores will likely start their event earlier, she said, things officially run from 5-9 p.m. throughout the downtown core.
Errington experiencing string of B&Es Errington residents were warned to be wary this week after a rash of thefts from the area. Oceanside RCMP Corporal Jesse Foreman issued the warning after a house under construction in Errington was broken into overnight on Nov. 27. “The door of the residence was left unlocked and the suspect or suspects entered and stole food,” he said. “An unlocked truck was parked in the driveway and also entered.” He said this was the latest in a string of recent break and entry thefts in the Errington area and likened it to a string of similar thefts in the Nanoose Bay area last year.
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TOASTY TOY DRIVE: Taking a break from the busy Toy Drive Breakfast on Wednesday at TighNa-Mara and getting a little warmth in front of the MOHO RV are Tigh-Na-Mara staff, from left, Bryan Stokes (director of food and beverage), Eric Edwards (executive chef), Tayrn Terjesen (spa co-ordinator) and Ashley Wiet (server in the Cedar Dining Room).
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Anderson said while he still supported the proposal, his support didn’t come without a lot of work. “I’ve had some difficulty over the last few months making a decision on this and I’ve spoken to many individuals and read many, many reports,” he said. “I spent a lot of time making sure the decision I make is in the best interests of the public and the taxpayer. I will continue to support this because it is an investment and if we don’t support this it is the end of rail — this evening.” He was echoed by Nanaimo director Diana Johnstone. “Even if there is not a business plan in place at the moment, it doesn’t mean it is not worthy of financial support,” she said. “It’s a one-time investment for the constituents and in 10 years time the Island Corridor Foundation will have a very viable business case. I definitely support it.” Coombs director Julian Fell wasn’t so sure. “I am a fan of rail travel,” he said. “It pains me to vote against this rail restoration plan, but I’ve concluded it does not merit support in its present form. The amount needed is three times more than budgeted. The full expenditure of $15 million will not result in a completely safe track and we have no assurance that VIA will supply a train if it’s not fully safe. So it’s possible the expenditure of these funds will give no result.” In particular, Fell noted the Niagara bridge at mile 14 on the track is of concern. “It’s 130 years old and made of brittle steel — the same material the Titanic was made of,” he said. “The bridge is sagging and it has a dip in the middle. It has a 10 kilometre per hour speed limit and can’t be used at all if the winds are over 30 kilometres per hour.” Deep Bay-Bowser director Bill Veenhof was also unconvinced about the project’s merit. “The final number is more than the ICF is suggesting,” he said. “I am a fan of rail and would really
like to see it, but I’m convinced this plan doesn’t get us there.” Qualicum Beach director Dave Willie was the only person to vote against the plan at the committee of the whole and he remained firmly on the no side. “I take exception to using grants in aid to fund a private company,” he said. “We are spending public funds to prove whether freight service will work, but the freight business has not been in boxcars for 30 to 40 years. It’s all intermodal now, but there are no intermodal customers here to make it work. To suggest that a freight business that is doing less than a million dollars a year now can get $100 million to start repairs will not happen and can not happen — and unless freight can do that, passenger trains will not operate.” Nanaimo director Ted Greves begged to differ. “This is a work in progress and it needs public funding for the startup,” he said. Greves cited reports from two experienced railway engineers who said the plan would bring the track up to and beyond the minimum safety standard needed. “These are the professional people we are listening to,” he said. “They signed off on this. They say they can do it for this amount of money.” Deputy chair Diane Brennan agreed. “I firmly believe a no vote is a vote against rail,” she said. “There’s no question in my mind. When it came time to vote, directors Marc Lefebvre, Dave Willie, Bill Veenhof, Howard Houle, Maureen Young, George Holm, Julian Fell and Alec McPherson voted against the motion while directors Joe Stanhope, Diane Brennan, John Ruttan, Diana Johnstone, Jim Kipp, George Anderson, Brian Dempsey, Bill Bestwick and Ted Greves voted in favor. Because it was a weighted vote, which gives more weight to municipal voters than those in the rural areas, the final tally was 37 votes in favor and 24 opposed.
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Liberal leadership hopeful Alex Burton ended his cross-Canada odyssey in Parksville Wednesday.
Hopeful on the hustings On pipeline: ‘The way it’s presented now, it’s not going ahead’ NEIL HORNER
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Alex Burton knows he doesn’t have the name recognition of a Justin Trudeau, but the federal Liberal leadership candidate hopes his recently-completed cross-Canada RV tour will start to change that. Burton, who works as a Crown prosecutor with the organized crime unit in British Columbia, finished his cross-Canada tour by mainstreeting in Parksville Wednesday. “We’ve travelled across the country on this bus, stopping in small towns and smaller cities, places like Parksville to talk to folks,” Burton said in an exclusive interview with The NEWS. “When you actually stop and listen to what people have to say in small businesses and coffee shops, amazing things start to happen. They share their ideas with you and some of those ideas leave you scratching your head and saying, ‘why can’t we try that?’” Burton, who is not a Member of Parliament, knows he has a tough slog to beat out better-known Liberals such as Justin Trudeau, but he said he’s confident he will be at very least competitive, once people get to know what he’s
all about. He said he was convinced to run, despite the odds, because of his set of deep-seated values. “I was imparted a set of values that said if you are lucky enough to be blessed, like I have been, if you are given opportunities, like I have been, you have a responsibility to give back,” he said. “I looked around for a voice that said it would do things differently in the party and who would advocate for the things I believe we need to be advocating for and, with respect to the other candidates, I didn’t see that new voice.” He said his tour across the country makes him different from the other candidates. “I don’t want to be a candidate who says I crossed the country and what I meant was I got on a plane at one end and flew over it,” he said. “You have to connect to folks and listen to them.” As he and his team made their way west, he said he heard more about what Canadians have in common than sets them apart. “Number one was a focus on making sure we have a vibrant, sustainable economy, with jobs for young people
and for people who are in the middle of their life who have lost their job,” he said. “What’s their opportunity for getting back into the workplace?” While he said issues such as healthcare, climate change, relations with First Nations and education also figured prominently, it was the economy that appeared uppermost in people’s minds. “Everything flows from that,” he said. “If we don’t have opportunities for people, how do we pay for all the other things we would like to do as a government?” As far as British Columbia issues are concerned, Burton said his view of the Northern Gateway pipeline — at least in its current form — is that it’s a non-starter. “Communities along the route were not consulted, First nations communities were not brought into the process and there’s the unfortunate track record of Enbridge itself,” he said. “The way it’s presented now, it’s not going ahead. However, we need to change the conversation. What is it we want? Do we want no pipelines at all? For more information visit www.alexburton.ca.
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‘That was very dramatic’ Town council votes to change zoning near airport JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com
Qualicum Beach town council recently turned the tables on a staff recommendation and approved a zoning amendment for land near the airport, setting the stage for more public debate about the future of that area. The land in question sits between the airport lands and the Chartwell neighbourhood. The proponent for what is being called the Ravensbourne Lane Business Park held a public meeting in June where 110 people attended. According to a staff report, “the residents in Chartwell do not want uses on this land that would be noisy, smelly or otherwise bothersome.”
The staff report also pointed out there are a number of vacancies in the light industrial area and core of the downtown village, and expressed concerns that even light industrial uses at this airport location “may drain vitality from the village neighbourhood.” Coun. Scott Tanner jumped on this point while expressing his opposition to the motion allowing for the zoning amendment. “I’m going to do everything I can to keep the businesses in town,” said Tanner. Coun. Mary Brouilette was not impressed. “That was very dramatic, Mr. Tanner,” said Brouilette, who, along with other
councillors, pointed out there are some businesses for which being in the village neighbourhood does not make sense. “Don’t ever think my decisions are against my community because they never are.” Brouilette said the town has “a bad record for these things taking a long time.” She also said passing the zoning amendment does not spell out exactly what type of businesses will go on the land in question but it will move the process more quickly to a public input phase. “It’s about time we got off the fence on this property,” she said. Director of Planning Luke Sales opened his re-
port on the matter suggesting there wasn’t enough information from the applicant to support the zoning amendment. “There simply isn’t enough detail in the application to know whether the concerns of the neighbourhood are addressed,” said Sales. Mayor Teunis Westbroek, who along with Tanner voted against the motion which passed 3-2 (Brouilette, Dave Willie and Bill Luchtmeijer were in favour), said he’d like to get more information too, and on a more direct scale. “I would like to see the person who is actually going to build come forward,” said the mayor.
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“It’s definitely a team thing,” said Drummond. Renate Sutherland, the executive director of SOS, said it was “an absolutely fabulous morning.” “Our gratitude goes to Tigh-NaMara for hosting again this year and making it so easy for people to give,” said Sutherland. “It is, for me, the true meaning of community — neighbours helping neighbours in the truest sense of the word.” SOS staff and volunteers are now busy unloading and organizing the Toy Shop. Families who are in need should
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Acknowledging season creep
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ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION
Christmas lights and carols in stores are the evidence
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e recently received a notice from the Town Hall printed on mal-de-mer green stock advising residents that “Garbage, food waste and recycling containers are only permitted to be placed at the roadside on the day of collection between the hours of 5 a.m. and 8 a.m.” I think they are in danger of crippling our real estate sales. Imagine the impact on would-be buyers when they see legions of unshaved, un-showered and cranky old guys, lugging their multi-coloured containers to the roadside in a steady drizzle at some inhospitable hour of a winter morning. Or more, imagine many ladies in nightdress and rubber boots, hair in curlers, struggling through the driveway puddles pulling that heavy-as-sin green box. Some will have parkas carelessly thrown over shoulders, at the risk of ex-
posing some parts of their first moved to Vancouver we were surprised at how upholstery. When we lived in Del- many people put up their ta, we had a very attractive Christmas lights in Novemneighbour who was an avid ber. That was the first year. gardener. One morning as I By the time winter arrived sleepily looked out our bed- the following year, we were doing the same room window, thing, lightenI was startled to ing up the long see her standdark days of Noing on the roof vember. over her porch By Harvey Dorval I spent my while tending working life in to a window industrial sales box, weeding which is comand watering petitive enough while clad only but the retail in a nightdress. market is truMy gentlemanly brutal. Some ly upbringing compelled me to look away companies will do anything after five or 10 minutes. I to steal a march on the commust say it started off my petition, including bending the seasons. One might call day rather well. Have you ever heard the it season creep. Just before Christmas last term “mission creep”? It’s a military term meaning an year, we bought a 2012 modoperation that is expanding el car. I should mention that beyond the plan, for exam- we were probably 10 years ple, a planned skirmish that behind the rest of Canada turns into a full-fledged in acquiring a colour TV set. battle. I see examples of My reasoning was that it was this all around us. When we very expensive at the time
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kay, ya got me. There I was, preaching about how you need to “Just Say Know” on the marijuana issue and I made a big, honking factual error in the piece. Of course it was Nancy Reagan who said “Just Say No,” not Barb Bush. Oh well, that’s what I get for preaching. It was a howler — dare I say award-worthy? They give awards for that sort of thing in the newspaper biz you know and while I’ve had my fair share of bloopers, in my 23 years I’ve only won the Blooper of the Year award once — and I had to cheat to do it. I blame the proofreader. I asked her to look at this one word in a headline to make sure it was right because it looked odd to me. I followed her advice, which is why I, the editor, misspelled the word ‘genius’ in that front page headline in the Quesnel Cariboo Observer. I was not a happy camper. Just weeks before I had been asked to MC the blooper portion of the annual awards ceremony and now
phone. it appeared I We went had a very good through the subchance of winmitted bloopning it as well. By Neil Horner ers, hamming “This doesn’t it up, Broadway look good, all the way, to Number One,” mass groans I said to my and howls from assistant edithe now well-lutor, Leah Blain. bricated crowd. “There’s no way Our own bloopI’m going to get er got a big up there and do that. I would have to present laugh, too, but surprisingly, the Blooper of the Year to not as big as we thought. Not to worry. We had that myself! I would just die!” Her reply was familiar covered. Once we’d gone through music to my ears. “I’m on it, boss,” she said. them all, it was time to pick Over the next few weeks some winners. Leah used her arms as the we came up with a plan — a daring one — and by awards hands of the applaus-o-menight we were ready. When ter and we went through the regular awards wound them once again. We had purchased prizdown they called me up to es for the bronze, silver and do the bloopers. Suddenly the lights went gold winners and as Leah out, courtesy of our sports monitored the crowd’s reguy, and two bright, hand- sponse, we handed over the held spotlights started to third place prize of a rubber swirl. At that same moment, hand — one of the really, rethe strains of Celine Dion’s ally cheap ones — because My Heart Will Go On began they clearly needed a hand. and Leah and I, dressed to Second place got a plastic the nines, floated through toy camera — again, one of the room, waving and smil- those ones from the Dollar ing to the now vacant micro- Store — so they could up-
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t was a coal mining area for more than 60 years, and in the middle of this time a shellfish industry sprouted and eventually became the engine that drives the economy of bays called Union, Fanny, Deep and Buckley. The coal trains and ships stopped moving in the mid part of the last century, but now the shellfish industry employs more than 600 people in the region. Baynes Sound produces more oysters than anywhere else in Canada, not to mention the scallops, mussels and clams. So, ponders the uneducated mind, if coal didn’t kill the industry before - in fact, the shellfish industry grew exponentially during and after the presence of a coal mine and coal wharf right in its front yard - why so much opposition from shellfish growers this time around in response to the Raven coal mine project? After Matthew Wright, the communications manager for the B.C. Shellfish Growers’ Association, reminded us this was 2012 and not 1912 - ouch - he explained why his group is so adamantly opposed to the Raven project. It’s all about marketing and standards, he says. What may have been sold on the market 40 years ago absolutely cannot be sold today. There are food safety laws now, you see. That black-ish clam you dig up in Union Bay today might be edible, but you aren’t allowed to sell it these days, explained Wright. But the coal from Raven would not be shipped via Baynes Sound and although it would be mined about 5 km away afrom Buckley Bay, it would always be moving the opposite direction toward Port Alberni. Wright pointed out the disturbance of the earth and the eventual leeching (mostly animal fecal matter) into Baynes from the construction of the Inland Highway frequently shut down his industry for days at a time. As strong as its opposition clearly is, we find it curious the Growers’ association, according to Wright, was willing to play ball with Raven if the coal company would put up a bond to safeguard the finances of the families that would be affected by any shellfish closures caused by the mine. The story of coal mining on Vancouver Island, roughly 150 years old, continues. Stay tuned. — Editorial by John Harding
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Letters OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS Eastern management of a Western service resulted in the loss of CPR ships on our coast. VIA control in New Brunswick has given unsatisfactory service on Vancouver Island. We are witnessing an unfolding opportunity to provide rail service appropriate to our needs. Elsewhere in the world fast trains are replacing planes and in North America transport trucks are travelling non- stop across the continent cheaper and faster than being driven. With a certain future, commodity traffic can be contracted to grow the returns here. Two such commodities are long poles that require three flatcars, the centre one as a spacer, to be shipped around North America. We have the best poles in North America. Another item is aggregate for building and road construction. The lower Island is running out of this and we have a great abundance. Maintenance on our highways is costly, made more so by the heavy truck traffic of over 50 an hour in each direction. We have a choice, to upgrade rails to allow faster commutes for some areas, tourist travel for others and resource shipment, or deal with the same old problems and complain.  ART SKIPSEY Qualicum Beach
APES WOULD KNOW What has been missed on the rail fiasco? It can never pay in our lifetime, and the cost to upgrade the line with a whole replacement, only Victoria would benefit with
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the shoppers and overnighters. Load the ships at the Fanny Bay area — one-time handling — and sail around the south end of the Island. Even our ancestors the apes would have clued into the solution. PETER GIESBRECHT Coombs
the Regional Districts.  “One of the key considerations for the RDs should be their strategic timeline and relationship with ICF. The current $3.2 million requirement represents the local portion of capital needs over the next decade. There will be ongoing capital requirements beyond that point.  LEN WALKER Deep Bay
LOSING PROPOSITION Kudos to the majority of Regional District area directors, City of Parksville and Town of Qualicum Beach for challenging the numbers from the Island Corridor Foundation’s railway projected costs and thumbs down to the City of Nanaimo for using it’s “weighted vote� advantage in railroading the taxpayer into paying for it.  While everyone may want a railroad, the question remains as to whether the ICF can produce a reliable business plan extended over the next decade and, when may it project that rail operations become a viable money making operation where taxpayers are no longer looked to as a bail-out resource. Based on history, VIA Rail couldn’t operate the rail service without going into debt every month. Perhaps there is no solid business plan because what would it be based on? Failure?  Quoting from a letter written by Joshua Craig, Financial Analyst with Local Government Support, Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development, and as contained within his report to the Comox Valley Regional District in a public document on the CVRD’s website, Craig cautions
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TAKE THE FIRST STEP So the Qualicum Beach council — or some of them — have decided that a new firehall has top overall priority. It may cost $4 million, perhaps even $5 million, no one knows, but whatever, we don’t have the money so will have to borrow. At the same time all other capital improvements and protective measures will be put on the back burner. All this, up to this point, has been decided with no reference to the citizens who will pay this enormous price. Opinions around town are mixed. This needs to be publicly debated. Councillor Brouillette has stated the public will be absolutely involved in the process. Let’s get this public involvement going quickly. Let’s get into the open that many think it a nice to have but not a need to have. Let’s debate how much of an improvement it will be to locate the new hall to the far edge of town. Let’s be sure that it is wanted by the majority before taking the first step to implementation.
SCOTT FRASER, MLA Alberni-Pacific Rim
RON CANTELON, MLA Parksville-Qualicum
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FRANK HORNER Qualicum Beach See LETTERS, page A13 CHRIS BURGER Mayor, City of Parksville
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Rules to write by I prefer artiďŹ cal trees because I can keep them year after year — and I have an allergy to real trees. JOAN ELRICK Parksville
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2:30pm, Tixs $15 at Mulberry Bush Bookstores and door, The Parksville & District Community Choir presents: a Sing-a-long & Christmas favourites. Soloists Aaike Biglow & Carol Fetherston. at Knox United Church, 345 Pym St. PV
5:30am-7pm, Admission by donation, Dessert items, tea & coffee served. Sandy Shores Skateing club at Oceanside Place Arena, PV
SATURDAY STITCHING 1m-3pm, Free. Knitters and crocheters of all ages and skill level are invited to the Parksville Library
SUN. DEC. 2 LIONS BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 10am-1pm, at the Parksville Community Centre. Admission by donation
MUSIC ON SUNDAY 2:30pm, Bergmann Piano Duo – Elizabeth and Marcel Bergmann. TOSH, 122 Fern Road W., QB
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SINGER CAROL BUCYK AND SURPRISE GUEST 7pm, Everyone welcome Parksville Newcomers Club at Parksville Community Centre, 132 Jensen Ave E
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letters REFRESHING VIEW How refreshing to read John Harding’s editorial (Ready to Run?, Tuesday, Nov. 27). Far too often we, the general public and the media, are so very adept at criticizing every move that our mayors, councillors, MLAs and MPs make. I appreciate Harding’s recognition that these folks who serve do try to balance long hours, lots of travel and multiple demands on their time and often pull down 60 hours a week. The demands on their time are many, some of great importance, many mundane. It’s nice once in a while if we can say ‘thanks for what you do.’ M. P. PETERSON Qualicum Beach
MEETING INFORMATIVE As a health care provider involved with patient care in this constituency, I made a point of going to listen to Mike Farnworth at the town hall public meeting in Qualicum Beach last week. I’d like to share my take on the discussions with the community. I was impressed with his emphasis on home and community care as a practical way to provide better care at less cost while taking the pressure off acute care beds in our already overcrowded regional hospital. The subjects of euthanasia and marijuana decriminalization, which seemed to be the focus of the report on this meeting, might distract
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Local resident Lyn MacDonald contacted The NEWS concerned about why, when the rabbits were relocated to Coombs from the University of Victoria (UVic) two years ago, there seemed to be a high, visible population of them. “You could drive past there and look at the rabbits and there were always lots of rabbits everywhere, and now when you go past there you don’t see lots of rabbits,” she said. Susan Vickery is the founder of the charity, Earthanimal Humane Education and Rescue Society (EARS), which
was behind the relocation and cares for the rabbits in Coombs. She said nothing untoward has happened to the rabbits. However, as expected, the population has gone from about 600 spayed and neutered animals to about 500. Sometimes the rabbits are in their little buildings and can’t be seen from the road, she said, and often, when it gets cold, they go underground. The ministry’s role is to ensure Vickery complies with regulations relating to the care and treatment of the rab-
bits. Vickery said she doesn’t house non-UVic rabbits at the sanctuary. As a registered charity, Vickery said she has to keep records and file with the province and Revenue Canada. Vickery said she has received numerous e-mails from people that not only question the rabbits well-being but some also threaten her life, and so she is wary about responding to inquiries. She is currently doing some work in Canmore, Alberta where she has relocated a number of rabbits that were set to be euthanized.
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Frank Shannon, age 101years, at “The Gardens� in Qualicum Beach on Oct. 17, 2012. Predeceased by his wife Jean Watkins Shannon,(1975), son Donald(1969) and second wife Mary Carter Shannon (2011) and all of his siblings. Frank was born in Grand Forks, BC on August 30,1911, the fourth son in a family of 7 boys and 2 girls. Frank worked as Teck Cominco’s senior geologist at the Bluebell Mine in Riondel BC. He was actively involved with family and community and he spent a lifetime promoting environmental citizenship. He was a founding member of the BC Wildlife Federation (1956) , received a Canadian Conservation Award for his work on the Creston Valley Wildlife Area, initiated the Junior Firearms Safety Course for BCWF (now the CORE program),and received a Canadian Recreational Fisheries Awards (1994) for his work on Okanagan Lake. In 1994, BCWF announced the Frank Shannon Junior Conservation award which is presented annually. In 2006, Frank moved to Qualicum Beach to be near family. His love of family, positive attitude, quick wit, competitive games of cribbage and desire to get outdoors for his daily walk, helped him to live a full 101 years. Frank will be lovingly missed by son Ed (Marg) of North Carolina, daughter Eleanor (Gordon) Qualicum Beach, 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. A big thank you to Dr. Biglow and all the nurses and care aids at the Gardens, and friends who visited him regularly. . Dad often said that “you are all very special people.�. A memorial will be held in Kimberley in the spring.
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June 4, 1925 – November 18, 2012 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marko Anthony Toly. He will be missed by his children: Lana McLean (Gordon) of Qualicum Beach, Linda Chudy (Cliff), Riki Deck (Al), Tony Toly (Adrianne) and Noni Styan (Bob), all of Parksville, 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his parents, Anton and Ana Toly, his sister Mandy and brothers, Walter and Sam. Also grieving for him, are his siblings in Alberta: Mary Zimmer, Evan Vander Linden (Casey), Lucy Pugh (Gerry) and Mike Toly (Bobbi), as well as many nieces and nephews. Mark was a man who endured many challenges in his life, always spoke his own mind, had a good sense of humour and loved his family. He loved music from an early age and was a standup jazz bass player playing big band music in the 40’s and 50’s. He was an excellent dancer, was always well dressed and enjoyed a glass of wine and playing cards. He loved to have coffee with his “buddies� as they solved all the world’s problems. Mark was born in a small village in Herzegovina, Yugoslavia and was the eldest of 8 children. He immigrated to Canada in 1938 and worked with his family farming in southern Alberta. He joined the Army in1944 and was stationed in Nanaimo until 1946. He moved to Port Alberni and worked at various jobs, got married in 1949, and worked at the pulp mill until 1961. He moved to Victoria and worked for B.C. Ferries for over 25 years until his retirement in 1989. In 2010, when his health began to fail, he moved to Trillium Lodge in Parksville to be closer to his family. They would like to thank all the staff and caregivers for their kind support and exceptional care during his stay.
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Willem Heringa Our “Opa Bill� passed away peacefully on November 24, 2012 at 90 years of age. Survived by his beloved wife Tonita, their seven children: Hans, Eric, Fred, Robin, Steven, Danny and Molly and spouses: Connie, Alice, Anna, Rosa, Lorraine, Cindy, Laing. He also leaves behind a legacy of 16 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. “Wild� Bill will also be deeply missed by his faithful walking companion Happy. Bill was born in the Netherlands on September 18, 1922. He spent much of his childhood in Dutch Indonesia before returning to Holland prior to WW2. He married Tonita in 1948 after reconnecting at horticultural college. They immigrated to Canada in 1951. Bill and Tonita first settled in Beaverlodge, AB and then travelled by tractor and homemade trailer to Mt. Lehman, BC. They moved to Qualicum Beach in 1982, where they lived ever since. Bill was strong in spirit, known to have a good sense of humour and immensely generous. Anyone and everyone was welcome in their home. His grand kids and their friends would often hang out being fed and playing pool. He spent many evenings with his wife at the local beach watching the sunset. Bill loved to garden and could often be seen weeding and dead heading plants wherever he went. Until most recently, he worked every day in his own yard. Bill and Tonita’s shared Dutch heritage were celebrated every December for Sinterklaas. It was always a large, loud and most memorable gathering.
A special thanks goes out to all those who cared for and supported Bill and Tonita over the past few years. You helped him live with dignity and allowed him to remain at home at long as possible. “If I should die before the rest of you, Break not a flower, nor inscribe a stone. Nor, when I’m gone, speak in a Sunday voice, But be the usual selves that I have known. Weep if you must, Parting is hell. But life goes on, So...sing as well.� - Joyce Grenfell. A family celebration of life will take place on Saturday December 1, at Fred & Anna’s from 2-5.
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John was born in Sask. on July 10, 1927 and moved to B.C. in his 20’s to work at the Somass Mill in Port Alberni. There he met and married Hazel, the love of his life who predeceased him in 2004. He spent the last four years in Stanford Place Care Campus suffering from dementia, but he never lost his sense of humour or wonderful manners. The staff at Stanford treated Dad with the utmost care and loving kindness during this difďŹ cult time. John was predeceased by his only son, Gordon in 2011. Dad had a happy life and leaves behind to mourn his passing, daughters Cheryl Hopps (Larry) and Barbara Hamilton (Allen) grandchildren: Brian Einarson (Michele) Jennifer Edwardson (Scott) and Thomas Hamilton (Madeleine); ďŹ ve greatgrandchildren as well as several siblings. There will be no formal service due to Dad’s wishes, but the family will gather for the scattering of his ashes. We will miss you always, but ďŹ nally, no more pain. Sands ~ Nanaimo (250)753-2032
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Olive Maud Lancaster (nee Duguay)
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Passed away peacefully at her home in Parksville, B.C. on Tuesday, November 6th, at the age of 92. Olive was born in L’Anse au Gascons on the Gaspe Peninsula on November 29th, 1919. In 2010 she moved from Knowlton,Quebec to Parksville, B.C. to live with her daughter Lorna. Loving mother of Eric (Greta), Lynda (Richard Coates), Lorna (Norm Allard), Sandra (Regent Jauniaux), Gordon, Danny, Mary (Jean Guy Lachance), Donny (Kelly Clarke), and Lori (Bob Graham), and mother-in-law of Shelah (Bruce Lancaster). She will be greatly missed by 21 grandchildren, 12 step-grandchildren, and many great, and great-great grandchildren. Olive also leaves to mourn, her beloved sister Eileen (William Lancaster) of Columbus, New Jersey and her loving brother Willis Duguay of Kanora, Ont., sisters-in-law Lorna Duguay of Port Daniel, Quebec and Aurore Duguay of Valleyfield, Quebec, and brother-in-law Paul Bedell of New Hampshire. Olive will be fondly remembered by all of her nieces and nephews, as well as her many friends and extended family on the east and west coasts and many points between. She was predeceased by her husband Russell Lancaster, son Bruce Lancaster, and brothers, Russell, Carl and William Duguay. For her west coast family, and her many friends in the Parksville area, a Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 4th, 2012 at Jericho Road Church, Parksville (corner of Jensen & McMillan in the Salvation Army building).
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As per Olive’s wishes, a funeral service was held on Nov. 17th, in her home town of Knowlton, Quebec. Her ashes will be interred at the Bishopton, Quebec Cemetery at a later date.
Sally spent her last 28 years in Qualicum Beach after arriving from Winnipeg with her husband Joe. They had a very happy time on the Island, where they made many friends and were kept busy enjoying family visits, many of whom followed them from other parts of Canada and the world, to this lovely Island in the PaciďŹ c!
March 15, 1941 – Nov. 21, 2012 After a brief battle with cancer, Nancy passed away peacefully, with her family at her side, on November 21st, 2012. Predeceased by her husband, Lee; her brothers Jack, Bill, and Tom; brothers-in-law Lyle Hart, and Harvey Bradshaw; sister-on-law Marni Newton. Nancy is survived by her loving son , Patrick (Siobhan); sisters Shirley Hart, and Betty Bradshaw of Wroxeter, Ontario; brothers-in-law Larry Hayton (Joanne) of Vancouver, BC, and Ken Hayton of Trail, BC; sister-inlaw Helen Newton of Wroxeter, Ontario. She is also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews in Ontario and Trail. Nancy leaves behind a treasured group of friends who she considered to be her family. Kay and Marlene Oslie, Joan Wiese, and Pat Newsted, all of whom were devoted friends to Nancy in her final days. Nancy was born on March 15, 1941 in Listowel, Ontario to Reg and Euretta Newton, the youngest of 6 children. As a young woman she went west to Edmonton where she met and married Lee in 1966. Patrick arrived three years later. After a brief posting to Belleville, Ontario, they landed in Courtenay, BC where they lived for 7 years. Upon Lee’s retirement from the Air Force, they moved to Qualicum Beach. Qualicum was the place they called home and where they made lifelong friends. Nancy was employed by RBC until her retirement in 2002. She and Lee enjoyed their times at the Legion and were active members. Upon her retirement, she discovered the joy of wintering in Palm Springs, and also travelled to China, Scotland, England, Spain, and Tenerife with a few cruises and bus tours thrown in for good measure.  She enjoyed her travels and her desert winters and made wonderful friends along the way. She will be missed by all who knew her. We would like to thank Joan, Pat, and Marlene for all the love and friendship shown to Nancy. We will never forget it. Thanks also go to Judy, the Home Care Nurse who provided Nancy with comfort and compassion during this difficult time. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 1st at 2:30 pm at the Qualicum Beach Legion. All are welcome. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.
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WES-COAST YARDBIRDS. Yard Maintenance, Hauling, Pressure Washing, Carpentry. Tree Pruning, Topping, Falling, Snow Removal, Irrigation Winterizing. 250-752-9444.
CLEAN-UP SPECIALIST, small or big loads, rubbish, garden, waste, junk. Service today at (250)240-1116.
eco-renovator.ca
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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RENOS, INSTALLS, Repairs. 25 yrs exp. Quality workmanship. Call Mark (250)730-5555
Add ecology & harmony to your home Fall Special - Save the HST
DINING ROOM Suite, in excellent condition, golden oak, 5 chairs, 1 captain’s chair, table with 2 leaves, china cabinet with glass shelves and interior light. Asking $1200 obo. Call 250-739-0465 to view. Must sell moving.
FACIAL REJUVENATION
FACIAL REJUVENATION
A STROKE ABOVE Painting. Commercial & Residential. Interior/Exterior. WCB, liability insurance. All jobs warranted. See what we can do! Dave 250-248-0335, 250-240-2310. POIRIER PAINTING, Residential / Commercial / Vinyl Siding / Driveway Power Washing/ Driveway Sealing. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, Free Estimates. Call Dan 250-240-3528. WCB
Shelley’s Electrolysis Studio & Laser Hair Removal
WWW.SHELLEYS-STUDIO.COM Holiday Special
250.753.4871 Offer expires December 20, 2012. Gift Certificates are Available.
Painless, Advanced Remodelling System, “silhouet-toneâ€?! Takes 10-15 years o your face and neck in 4- 6 weeks for the holidays! The ONLY one on Vancouver Island. Awarded for HPVC safety & customer satisfaction. Act now and get 6 IPL treatments FREE with the purchase of Skin remodelling or buy 2 Photo Skin Rejuvenation treatments and get the 3rd FREE (resets aging by 5 years).
Q Business Q Home Services & More! Serving your Community for 30 years
CARPENTRY
DRYWALL
David Murray Construction
IC RIM PACIYFW DR ALL
Journeyman Carpenter & Handyman Service Renovations General Construction Garages â– Carports
NO JOB TOO SMALL! RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS 21 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE Insulation & Vapor Barrier, Sound ProoďŹ ng, Drywall & Drywall Finishing, Paint & Ceiling Texture, Skylite Repair.
Home: 250-757-9732 Cell: 250-951-8496
WILF @ Parksville: 250-586-3945 250-248-3337
GARDENING
GARDENING
BETTER LAWN & YARD CARE FALL CLEAN UP
Call to book Irrigation Blowout Lawn Cutting Yard Waste Removal Fertilizer Applications (EDGE 4RIMMING s 4REE 0RUNING Fence Installations / Repairs House Sitting Services Fully Licensed & Insured
(work) 250-240-3459 (home) 250-586-8588 HANDYPERSONS
Home Maintenance Interior / Exterior Renos, decks, complete int/ext finishing, Flooring, tiles, painting. Int/Ext & Landscaping Lighting. 35 yrs experience. Semi retired.
Call Bob or Lou
Tony’s Great Gardens
•Landscaping & Design • Zeroscapes • Hardscapes • Fencing •General Maintenance •Hauling • Bark Mulch
Tony Toly 250•954•4224 tonysgreatgardens@hotmail.com
RENOVATIONS
PR LRENOVATING L A & PAINTING INC. O
“You name it ... we can do it.� Professional Home & Business Renovations & Improvements
•Renovations/Additions/Repairs •Custom Bathrooms & Kitchens •Interior/Exterior Painting • Tiling & All Flooring •Window & Door Installations •Decks & Fences •Hardiplank & Vinyl Siding •General Contracting/Consulting
Free Estimates
Tubular Skylights Solar Powered Roof Vents Hot Water Recirculating Pump
+ 10% disc for 2 or more items
Phone Scott Darroch 250-927-7605 TODD THE BUILDER. Renos, plumbing. Commercial ofďŹ ces; Custom homes. 250-752-1121
MISC SERVICES ANTIQUE/PORCELAIN RESTORATION of ďŹ gurines, vases, bowls & ceramic pottery etc. Experienced/reasonable pricing. 250-468-5244 evgs. HOUSECLEANING AND gardening services. Call Susan 250-228-2718.
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.
GET READY FOR YOUR DECEMBER SERVICE DIRECTORY Delivered to over 16,000 homes
Contact Pauline or Sandi at The Parksville Qualicum Beach News:
250-248-4341
FENCING
T&R
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250-951-6289 HANDYPERSONS
Handyman Services • Fences & Gates (new & repairs)
• Patio/Deck Repairs pairs & Cleaning • Power Washing g • Yard Work & Cleanup • Home Repair Work • Minor Landscaping • Painting
BLANK CANVAS
Dave: 250-954-8650
Roy Kroes 250 228-0040
PAINTING
WELDING
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
CROSSROADS PAINTING Interior & Exterior Free Estimates Noel Vickers, Owner
Ph: 250.619.0489 noel@crossroadspainting.com
Heritage House r 3FOPWBUJPOT r 'BDF MJGUT r 6QEBUFT r 3FQBJST ALL YOUR NEEDS BIG OR SMALL
250-752-2188
PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING in my home. No cages. Minimum 7-day or long term stay. Limited space. (250)740-5554 GEN’S PET Services. Long work hours, busy schedule, going on vacation? No need to worry! I am here to look after your furry four legged family. With loads of experience, working at a veterinary clinic, and volunteering at the SPCA as a foster family, I am what you are looking for. I offer competitive rates for services such as daily visits including everything from walks to feedings and company. If you have a pet needing special care, I have experience giving insulin and other medication. Give me a call and let me know how I can help you! References upon request. genevievemosher@gmail.com
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES DOUBLE OVEN, WALL oven. Convection/Microwave & Standard ovens. ($4000.00 new) $1500.00 Call 250-594-6332 GAS STOVE Top with 6 burners, center grill with stainless steel front, 4’ long with 4’ Stainless steel hood fan. ($5000.00 new) $1500.00 for both. Call 250-594-6332.
WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE $$ CASH PAID $$ for NEWER FRIDGES, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS etc.
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES
250-248-7044 250-951-2110
Al’s Mobile Welding & Machining Ltd.
PETS
Free Estimates Call Dave 250-240-8755
Sales & Service.
MEDICAL SUPPLIES 3-WHEEL Electric Scooter. Completely gone over. New controls, front tire & tube. Custom charger. Good batteries. $650. (250)740-2768
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 4 TOYO tires, used, M & S, P225/60/16, good condition, $180. Call (250)586-6673. 5X10 NATIONAL Pool Table with all original accessories & overhead light; Conn electric band acoustic organ; Bamboo bar; 2 older TVs; 2 arborite kitchen tables & other misc. Call 250-738-0368 to view.
BRAND NEW, 417 Bruce Ave, Nanaimo, under 10yr warranty. 3bdrms +den up; 2bdrm legal suite down. Lndry both levels. $380,000. (250)751-5114
MOBILE- 2130 Errington Rd, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, own land, $80mo/strata, totally reno’d. May take back mortgage, $170,000. 250-738-0221.
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
WE BUY HOUSES
PARKSVILLE 420 DAY PL. Bridgewater. Modern 2 bed, 2 bath 1400 sq ft rancher on crawl. No strata, many extras, immaculate. Open house on Sat & Sun (1-4) 250-947-9779
FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
Call: 1-250-616-9053 RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO PARKSVILLE. THIS is it! Well designed rancher, 55 +, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, den/TV room, many updates, 5 appliances, very private back yard, Bare Land Strata. Asking $338,500 obo. For appointment call 250248-5113
UPTOWN QUALICUM. 3 bdrm 1 bath rancher in Hermitage Park. 1,200.sq ft, updated peek-a-boo view of ocean and mtns. French doors leading to deck. $304,000. Katherine 250 752-5433.
HOUSES FOR SALE
UNDER $100 FLUORESCENT LIGHT Bars, 4 feet long, double tube. $20 ea. Great for garage or shop. Call 250-594-6332.
FREE ITEMS FREE TOW Away of unwanted vehicles. We also pay $Cash$ for vehicles of value. Call anytime. Norms Towing & Salvage 250-757-8911 or 250954-7543 (cell).
FRIENDLY FRANK ELECTRIC RANGE- 30�, excellent cond, $75. Computer desk, $25. (250)752-2543.
“Perfect Gift for Animal Lovers� Fine Spanish Lladro &Nao Figurines. Priced below appraised value $95 - $250. Proceeds to Qualicum Cat Rescue. Call 250-248-6867 PIANO- HEINTZMAN upright, good condition, $700 obo. Call (250)752-4400.
REAL ESTATE BUSINESSES FOR SALE
FUEL/FIREWOOD 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. WOOD PELLET fuel for sale. Clean Burn & Okanagan. Animal bedding, shavings & pellets. We deliver! 250-757-9232
Mount Washington Franchise for sale
John or Bridget 250-897-4888 Email: bridget@ galleryatsaratoga.com
FOR SALE BY OWNER
297 HIRST Avenue- 2 bdrms + den 2 bath, $1150 or $1350 furnished. 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.
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. $900/mo. Lease, ref’s req’d. 250-947-5151. PARKSVILLE, Brand new luxury apartments on Weld St. 6 stainless steel appliances, granite c/tops, some with ocean view. Centrally located, small pets ok, N/S bldg. Avail Immed. Call 250-468-9811 PARKSVILLE CONDO2 bdrm, grd lvl walkout to back yard, carport, walk to dwtwn & beach. N/S. Refs req’d. Avail Now. $800 free shared laundry & cable. 250-248-6355. PARKSVILLE CONDO2 bdrms, 1 bath, shared laundry, close to downtown. Avail Dec. 1st. $900/mo inclds water & cable. Call 250-951-3989. PARKSVILLE- Jan 1 to Apr 1, 2013, 55+ patio style, 1 bdrm+ den, fully furnished, 900sq ft, nice condition. NS/NP. Refs. $500. Call (250)586-6673. PARKSVILLERENO’D 2 bdrm apt, free storage & parking, quiet bldg, heat/hot water included. Available Dec 1. $800. Call 250-248-3350. PARKSVILLE SPACIOUS 2 bdrm apt’s. Quiet bldg, centrally located. H/W,storage,parking, $800 p.mo. Avail Now & Dec. 1st. Call 250-248-5431 PARKSVILLE- X-LARGE 2 bdrm. Security camera & parking incl’d. D/W, W/D optional. Laminate, new paint. Near beach, downtown. Small pet ok. $775 mo plus. Please call 250-248-8592. QUALICUM- 1 BDRM apartments, $475. NS/NP. Please phone 250-248-4656.
FURNITURE 3 SEATER hide-a-bed, $175, 3 seat sofa, $99, 2 rocking chairs and 1 Tub chair (offers), dresser w/ 2 large mirrors, $25, kitchen table (2 chairs $25). By appt only. (250)7402783 (250)755-2026 (Fri, Sat & Sun) 10am-2pm.
255 HIRST Ave- 2 bdrms, $875. Call 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.
OCEAN SANDS RESORT on Rathtrevor Beach. Fully furnished 2 bdrm condos includes utilities, cable, phone & internet. Units available starting Nov 1. $1000/mo. Call (250)954-0662.
1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251
Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later! www.webuyhomesbc.com
MEDI-CHAIRbrand new, $30. 6 interesting lamps starting $5 to $20. Convair HD fan/humidiďŹ er, $40. 2 regular fans. Hearing/Visually Impaired phone, $15. Night table, $25, two TV/stereo stands. Call (250)752-8806. MINTON CHINA- set of 8 “Laurentian pinkâ€?, mint condition. $995 obo. King’s plate silverware “Mayowerâ€?, set of 12. (250)723-8215 leave msg.
PARKSVILLE, MAPLE GLEN 1600 sq ft rancher on crawl. Lrg lot, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, RV parking. Close to schools. Many extras. $369,500 Call 250-248-5936
HOMES WANTED
FULL GOLF Membership at Arrowsmith Golf & Country Club, $1500 obo. Please call 250-751-2228. GOODYEAR ULTRA Grip (snow tires), 175/70R13, like new, used 1 season only. Asking $240 obo for all 4. Call (250)738-1190.
Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com
CENTRAL NANAIMO. 2 bdrm, 1 bath, level entry, ďŹ replace, greenspace, pet on approval. Many updates, low strata fees in small complex. Asking $153,900. Please call (250)753-8141 or visit: www.strata954.ca
CHILLSPOT IS The Coolest Dog Bed-A new and innovative, thermodynamically cooled dog bed, that enhances the cool tile surfaces our pets rely on during the warm weather months. www.chillspot.biz CLEANING OUT sewing room! Singer featherweight -1948- $300. Bernina Nova 80’s- $100. Husqvarna 500 Computer $250. Husqvarna Megaquilter-$300. All in excellent condition and running well with manuals+ accessories. 250.757. 2350.
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QUALICUM- (7 kms from) 1 bdrm apt in Heritage building. NS/NP. $550. + utils. Avail now. Call 250-954-4018.
40’ Citation park model in year round RV park in Parksville. Built on room & patio, carport & shed. Call 250-951-4902.
DOWNTOWN QUALICUM: 1 bdrm + den condo, completely reno’d, covered prkg, lrg patio, granite counters, stainless appls. Dec. 1st. $950. Refs, NS/NP. (250)752-3419.
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Friday, November 30, 2012 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
RENTALS
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
COTTAGES
HOMES FOR RENT
AUTO FINANCING
SPORTS & IMPORTS
2 BEDROOM, furnished, beachfront cottage, downtown Parksville, Available Dec. 1/2012 until June 1/2013. Suit quiet people. $750, utilities included. No smokers, no pets. References required. 250-2483171. ERRINGTON- 1 BDRM, tile flrs, workshop w/240v. NS/NP. $650. Call (250)248-6554.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
1-800-961-7022 www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557
CARS please refer to our website: www.parksvillerealestate.com to view our rental properties NANOOSE WATERFRONT home - furnished, 6 appls, hot tub, F/P, NP/NS. Now to April 30, 2013. $1200.+ heat & hydro. Ref’s req’d. 604-985-2420
MOBILE HOMES & PADS 3 BDRM older Mobile, 3 mins from Parksville. $700./mo. Ref’s req’d. No W/D hookup or yard. Kathy 250-951-9886. COOMBS, 3 Bdrm, lg. private yard with fire pit, W/D, F/S, N/S, Pets on approv., Ref’s Req’d, includes phone/cable, internet. $800 p/m, Avail. Dec. 1st, Call 250-248-0412
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
HOMES FOR RENT
OFFICE/RETAIL
View current rentals On our website: www.remax-first-bc.ca 250-248-1071 1-888-243-1071 propmgmt@remax-firstbc.ca
1923 FORD “T” Bucket. 350 short block Chevy. 400 H.P. motor. $18,000. Call Ron (250)729-7146 after 5:00p.m.
WINTER SPECIAL! 1999 Mazda Miata Convert with hardtop. SE model, black ext. tan leather, 123,000k, 5spd manual, all power, cruise, Bose audio, alarm system, regular service, exc. cond. $9,000obo. 250-729-4948
Community Forum Focuses on Adult Mental Health Services
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
DOWNTOWN PARKSVILLE, t 800 sq ft adjacent ground level retail/office space for lease, great location, 124 Middleton Ave. Asking $600 mo + triple nets. Call 250-248-3142 or 250-248-3655.
1999 PONTIAC Grand Am SE, silver, 98,561km, $1000 as is. (similar to photo shown) 250-753-5945
‘05 - 9’6 OKANAGAN CAMPER Electric levelers, Q/Bed, N/S, mint condition. Fridge/freezer, 3 burner stove/oven, 3 piece bathroom. $17,900. 250-752-0322
TRUCKS & VANS
1987 FORD RANGER 2000 BUICK Regal LS 3800, Silver, V6, Auto, loaded, almost new tires, Very clean. $2,500 obo. 1-250-751-0645
2.9 L, V6, 5 speed. $600.00 obo. Spare motor $100. Call 250-752-7596
SHARED ACCOMMODATION WHISKEY CREEK- Lrg bdrm with private entrance in quiet country home. Phone, laundry, wired internet included, $450. Call (250)752-1121.
STORAGE
Ron Limer Managing Broker Val Lambert Property Manager
DOGLEG RD SELF STORAGE. 250-752-0175. Special 5’ x 10’ units $36/mo. incl tax.
21 - 826 W. Island Hwy Parksville, B.C., V9P 2B7
SELF STORAGE in River’s Edge Subdn, PV. 12’x24’ from as low as $50 + HST per mo. Call Sandra 250-248-2381.
BOWSER- 2 bdrm house, garage, yard, close to beach, 5 appls, quiet tenant(s). Refs req’d. NP/NS. $950 mo inclds water, garbage. Available immed. Call 1 (604)698-5779. DOWNTOWN QUALICUM BEACH - 2 Bedroom, new bathroom and kitchen, hardwood floors, woodstove, 5 appliances, landscaping included. Available immediately, $1200/month. 250-752-0288 ERRINGTON: DOG friendly2 BR Cottage with woodstove. 10 minutes to Hwy 4A. Fully furnished cottage, bright and clean on 5 acres. New Pacific Energy woodstove. Loaded kitchen, fridge, stove, dishwasher etc. Full bath, Washer + Dryer. $950+ hydro. (Internet Cable TV, and water included). Available till June 2013. One well behaved dog considered. Call: 250-2484992 Leave message please. NANOOSE BAY: Newly reno’d 4 bdrm w/ in law suite. $1800, NS/NP. 250-248-0906. PARKSVILLE- 3 BDRMS, 2 bath Rancher. Clean & cozy, woodstove, 5 appls, near Winchelsea Elem. NS/NP. $1250 + utils. Refs req’d. Call (250)752-9807. PARKSVILLE (171 Corfield)2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, close to beach & shopping. N/S. $1100 mo + utils. Avail Dec 1. Call 250-757-9696. PARKSVILLE, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, w/d, f/s, pets ok. $1000 p/mo + utils. Avail. Dec 1. 250-5864337 PARKSVILLE- 3 bdrm rancher, mountain view, 1.5 bath, dbl garage, RV parking, F/S, W/D, gas FP, central vac, HRV, sprinkler system. NS/NP. $1350. (403)278-6857 W. QUALICUM Beach, clean, older 3 bdrm character home, completely reno’d, lrg yard, woodstove, F/P, sunroom, deck, garage, no dogs, N/S, refs req, $875. (250)594-3705. QUALICUM BEACH- large 2 bdrm townhouse, 1200sqft 2bath, 3appls, lrg private deck & patio, sm pet ok. $975. Avail Now! Call 250-752-4258.
Division of Family Practice A GPSC initiative
DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
COUNTRY SETTING North Qualicum. Upper Duplex, 1 bdrm, F/S, attractive air tight fireplace. Ref’s, N/S, No dogs. Avail immed. $650/mo. Call 250-594-3705. PARKSVILLE- BRIGHT, spacious, 1 bdrm w/ private deck, walk to beach, schools, parks, shops. Parking & shared W/D. N/S. $695+. Avail immed. Call 778-300-2148, 250-947-5678.
RENT YOUR HOME! Owner & Tenant Management Services Nanoose to Bowser
Oceanside
SHIPPING CONTAINERS 20’ or 40’. Buy or Rent. Safe and secure. Easymove Container Services. Serving Vancouver Island. 1-(888)331-3279
2001 PONTIAC SUNFIRE: 4/Door. standard. Great on gas. Lots of extras. 2nd owner. $2800 obo. 250-618-3147
When: Where: 2003 MONTE Carlo SS, P/B, P/S, Sun roof, Low Mileage: 77,000 kms. New tires, $7500.00 Call 250-757-8907
SUITES, LOWER PARKSVILLE (SANDPIPER) clean 1 bdrm entry level, 6 appls, shower. Heat, light, Starchoice, some furn, shed. $800./mo N/S, Quiet. Call: 250-738-0092. Avail immed. PARKSVILLE 1-BDRM suite sep entry, parking, quiet area, Inclds utils. N/S. $675./mo. (250)248-2600, (250)752-4402 PARKSVILLE, 2 bdrm suite avail Dec1. Close to Wembley Mall $900/mo util incl. Call 250-951-1561 PARKSVILLE, 3 bdrm, N/S, N/P, D/W, W/D, Avail. Immed. $1000 p/m incl. sat. TV, Hydro. Call 250-248-4074 PARKSVILLE, Cozy 1 bdrm plus inlaw suite, private, furnished, self cont. util. incl., near ocean. $825. mo. Call 250-248-5401.
2005 CHEVY Trail Blazer LS Exc cond. 103,000km’s, 6cyl auto, air, cruise, privacy glass, many extras. $10,500. Call after 5pm or leave msg. 1 (250)754-0725 AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
CHURCH ROAD,1 bdrm luxury suite, private, quiet, Wembly area, available immed. Call 250-586-4337.
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
‘08 SANTA FE GL 3.3 FWD 88,000 km, 12,000 km remaining on B to B warranty. Serviced by the book. New tires at 80,000 km. N/S. $17,900. Call 250-954-2364
QUALICUM- lrg bright 2 bdrm upper suite in house, balcony w/ocean view, 2 mins to beach, located in quiet RV park. $880+ hydro, Inclds cable. Refs req’d. Call (250)752-2769, 250-240-1730.
WE’RE ON THE WEB
2008 DODGE Red Ram 4 x 4, Quad Cab, Diesel. Must sell, price is wholesale book, 6.7L diesel, quiet & tons of power, Carry a camper or pull a 10,000LB load, tow package w/electric brake hookup, leather interior. $8000 in factory options, including, remote start, satellite radio, blue tooth, power sunroof & power rear window, heated seats, dual climate control, 6 speed auto, electric 4 x 4 shift, & multitude of other features. tear in leather on driver’s side, but repairable, heavy duty box liner, canopy incl’d. Original dealer price $68,400, asking $29,900 Qualicum Beach, Call 250927-2827
PERFECT SET of 15” XL winter tires on aluminum rims, used last winter for only 150 km. Bought $1000, Selling $500 fits Taurus or similar (sold car, kept spare wheels). (250)753-0014.
SUITES, UPPER 14A - 1010 SHEARME RdCoombs, 2 bdrms, $875. Call Ardent Properties (250)7530881. www.ardentproperties.com
2007 DODGE Caravan, 90,000 kms, fully loaded, new tires & mounted winter tires,stow & go seats Ex.Cond. $9000.00 obo. 250-248-2390
The Oceanside Division of Family Practice, the Vancouver Island Health Authority and the Ministry of Health would like to invite Oceanside residents to learn more about the region’s Adult Mental Health Team and the services they offer on Central Vancouver Island at a free presentation.
2005 GMC Yukon Denali. Fully loaded, extra winter rims & tires, 179,000 k’s. $13,900.00 Call 250-468-1619 or email: dansonja@telus.net
FORD 150XLT & 5th WHEEL ‘04 Ford 150 XLT, heavy duty, eng 5.4 l, 100k, boxliner, supercab $12,500. 04’ - 24’6” Westwind 5th wheel. Best of towable & liveable, new queen mattress, hardly used, rear kitchen great layout & great condition. $15,500. 250-5864716
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7 pm, Thursday, Dec. 6 Parksville Community and Conference Centre 132 E. Jensen Ave., Parksville
Jeanne Webster and Balfour Morris of the Oceanside Adult Mental Health Team will outline how the team provides assessment, treatment, counseling and case management services for adults with severe and persistent mental illness as well as short-term treatment of adults in acute emotional distress. To contact the team: Adult Mental Health 249 West Hirst Avenue, PO Box 1949 Parksville, BC V9P 2H7 Phone: 250.947.8228
www.divisionsbc.ca/oceanside Box 220, Parksville, BC V9P 2G4
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Courage • Aspire • Respect • Empathy
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DO YOU HAVE LOCAL SPORTS NEWS? Contact: James Clarke, Sports Reporter Email: sports@pqbnews.com Phone: 250-248-4341
SWIMMING
Aspinall touches wall for five gold Local swimmer and UBC Dolphin sets records and wins gold at Canada Cup in Ontario JAMES CL ARKE
sports@pqbnews.com
Local speed swimmer Kelly Aspinall was lights out at the Canada Cup last weekend, setting two new UBC records and touching the wall for five gold medals. In action at the Etobicoke Olympium complex, located just down the 401 from Toronto Nov. 23-24 at the big annual Canada Cup swim meet, Aspinall and his teammates, who were there representing their club team the UBC Dolphins, kicked off the three race series in style. The Canada Cup consists of three short course grand prix’s — the Ontario meet, then at UBC in May, then wraps up in Montreal in June. The meet in Ontario had 34 events over two days and featured 325 swimmers aged 15-28 from across Canada including 13 Olympians. In all, four UBC swimmers earned a spot on top of the podium, and they won the team standings “going away.” According to the UBC website Aspinall, 22, continued his strong start to the season winning the 100m Freestyle in a time of 48.45, the 100m Backstroke in 52.60, and the 50m Butterfly in 23.46, which was a new meet record. His backstroke time was just six one-hundredths off American Olympic star Ryan Lochte’s 2006 meet record. Both his times in the butterfly and backstroke were new UBC varsity records. On the Saturday, Aspinall won the 50M Backstroke and 50M Freestyle Saturday with times of 24.41 and 22.21, giving him five gold medals for the weekend. “That was kind of the goal coming in here,” the dedicated Oceansider said after, explaining “everyone’s all over the
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Nanoose Bay’s Kelly Aspinall, above, driving for the wall in the 100M Backstroke event and one of his five gold medals at the Canada Cup meet in Ontario last weekend, is off to a great start in his final season at UBC.
map so it’s hard to judge where people are going to be. So I just came in and raced hard and luckily got my hand on the wall in a few events.” “I’ve been working really hard with my coach. He just kind of broke me back down to the basics last year and we’ve just been building since then. It’s starting to click now so hopefully we just keep going the way it’s been going.” “It’s a big deal — it was a pretty dominating performance on his part,” UBC head coach Steve Price confirmed when asked about Aspinall’s five gold medals, adding “Kelly has some real high goals he’s set for himself this season his final year with the varsity team. UBC’s Tommy Gossland from Nanaimo was named the CIS Male Athlete of the Year for swimming and earned a
berth on the 2012 Olympic team. Gossland and Aspinall have been teammates for years “and Kelly’s trying to emulate that in his final year with the Thunderbirds so he’s definitely off to a good start.” Asked for some insight into Aspinall the swimmer, Price, who has been coaching for some 30 years including numerous postings with the Canadian National team including two Olympics, said “Kelly works really hard. He’s always had some ability and he’s always had some speed, and now he’s starting to round into form. He’s still pretty young and he’s only going to get better. In his events he’s ranked top five in the country at any time, and his performance at the Canada Cup will put him right up at the top.” “I can tell ‘ya he’s a real competitor, he’s a real student of the sport. He knows
all about his competition and he really studies the world of swimming. He’s really developed himself personally and has a lot more confidence towards racing and his position in swimming, so it’s actually been quite pleasant to see how he’s developed over the last two years.” Like his teammates, Aspinall trains every evening and three mornings a week while also holding down a busy academic schedule. Aspinall, who grew up in Nanoose Bay and attended BSS, started swimming competitively when he was eight and swam with the RAC Breakers out of Ravensong right through high school (10 years in all) under Breakers’ head coach John Campbell, who was a mentor to him. “It was definitely one of the highlights of my career so far,” Aspinall said when The NEWS caught up with him this week. “In terms of my performances it was the best of my career to this point, and after I was being mentioned in the same sentence as some of the top guys, and that’s something I’ve never experienced before, being mentioned in the same light as them, so yeah it’s definitely exciting, and it inspires me to keep going.” Worth noting is that the UBC team for years was led by Brent Hayden, who holds numerous Canadian records and who at 29 won a bronze medal in London in the 100m Free, has officially retired from the team. “Basically I’m just trying to beat everybody in the country and follow in Brent’s footsteps,” said Aspinall, adding “there’s a lot of opportunities on the national team and even on the club team right now because he was the guy to beat and no one could beat him for like 10 years, so now there’s a big gap to fill.”
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Oceanside Generals practice to improve season JAMES CL ARKE
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With only one game on tap this week, Oceanside’s Save-On-Foods Generals have been busy putting in some quality practice time, and head coach and GM Brent Demerais says he likes what he’s seeing. “We’re having a really good week of practices, and we’re a lot better health wise this week then we were last week I know that,” he said. Home grown forward James Snedden is expected to be back in the lineup after missing four games with a upper body injury. Sniper Taylor Gray returned to the lineup last weekend after missing three games with a foot injury, “and we had a couple guys that were playing banged up that are feeling a lot better.” On the subject of his goal tending — minding the twine for Oceanside this year is homegrown Kiefer Gi-
roux, 18, as the starter and backup Alex Mastrodonato from Powell River, also 18 — Demerais said he’s got full confidence in his keepers. “They’re working hard at keeping our goals against down which is key for us — I mean combined they allowed three goals in three games last weekend and in this league that’s pretty good.” Thus far Demerais said he’s been trying to play them to a 2-1 ratio because he’s a big believer in making sure the backup gets enough games in so that hes ready if called upon down the stretch. The fact that Keifer is a local boy doesn’t factor into game day decision, he said. “I have no pressure from anybody who I start. I came in here to do a job, and I make the call. They get along really well, they practice really well together. There’s no goalie controversy here whatsoever. Keifer’s been in the
league and he’s a veteran. He’s got Jr. A experience,” Demerais said when asked what Giroux brings to the rink. “He’s a kid that’s really matured, and he’s one of the leaders on the team right now. Even when he’s not playing he’s very vocal and always very positive. His attitude is unreal, and he’s one of the hardest workers both on the ice and in the gym with Rick at Genesis. “You know a kid’s focused when he looks you in the eye when you’re talk’n, and he does.” Keifer, 18, who employs a butterfly-style and currently posts a save percentage of .894 on a team that has struggled on defense so far this season, “has got quick feet, he sees the ice really well, and he’s got the good glove.” GAME ON: The Generals are in Comox Saturday night against the Glacier Kings, looking to extend their win streak to four games.
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Oceanside Youth Football’s Jr. Bantam Titans came up on the short end of a fiercely contested 21-14 final in Nanaimo last weekend at the Mid-Island Co-operative Football League’s championship game, but the loss doesn’t take away from what has been a terrific season for the local team says their coach. In action at Merle Logan Field last Saturday against the number one seeded, unbeaten Barsby Bulldogs, the Bulldogs took their opening possession and had driven the ball down to the one yard line when the Titans’ Matt Giroux intercepted a pass in the end-zone and returned it close to midfield. Oceanside scored on the next play, a 66-yard run to paydirt around the right side by Evan Penzel. Oceanside missed the point after but led 6-0. The Bulldogs responded on the next drive and took a 7-6 lead. Barsby would score again to take a 14-6 lead in the 2nd quarter, and were able to score again at the end of the 1st half on a 22-yard pass play which they converted to take a 21-7 lead into the break. “We lost our composure a little bit at the end of the half, and we gave up a late score that could have been avoided,” Head Coach Brad Burns admitted, “And as the coach I take responsibility for that”. The Bulldogs took the opening drive in the 2nd half down to the Titans 10-yard line, but a fumble recovery Penzel prevented the score.
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Their final campaign may not have ended exactly as they’d hoped, but being honoured by their peers at the big year-end awards certainly took some of the sting away. Ballenas Secondary School’s varsity quarterback Liam O’Brien made team history when he was named BC High School Football’s AA MVP this week, and teammate Dallas Towle the Pepsi Provincial AA All Star Receiver. Both players were on hand to receive their hardware Tuesday night in Vancouver at BCHSF’s year-end awards banquet. The 6’4� 205 pound pivot was the top ranked passer in all of BC High School Football last year — single-A through AAA — and this year O’Brien finished the regular season ranked second overall amongst passers, having completed 72 of the 99 passes he threw over his six conference games for 1,209 total yards. He threw 19 passing touchdowns and finished the regular season with a completion percentage of 72.7 — both league bests. O’Brien was every bit as dangerous in the post season where he completed 48 of the 66 passes he threw in the Whalers three playoff games for 771 total yards (and an identical efficiency rating) and seven TD’s in the air. Besides being a standout quarterback, O’Brien was also a team leader on defence — he led the league with 10 interceptions and was the Whalers’ sec-
ond leading tackler with 42. He also took on most of the kicking duties.   Towle, O’brien’s favourite target, finished the regular season as the top-rated receiver in AA football having hauled in a total of 65 receptions for 1,136 yards and 14 touchdowns including the playoffs. He also returned three kickoffs, a punt and an interception for touchdowns this season. Towle also had four interceptions on defence. O’Brien started playing football in Gr. 8 with the Jr. Bantam Titans and played three seasons for the Whalers. He was sidelined most of his rookie season with a broken throwing arm, and he and Towle joined O’Brien and the Jr. Varsity Whalers in Gr. 10 and they talked about the connection they developed on the field that made them such a dangerous duo. “Oh yeah, I mean with how great he is it’s hard not to (develop a connection),� said O’Brien, adding “you know when you throw Dallas the ball he’s probably going to catch it every time, so it’s great having him there.� In all, the two were on the field together for some 32 games over their three years together, and in that time they “definitely� developed a sixth sense and Towle said in his mind O’Brien is the best pivot in the province. “Liam doesn’t miss very much — he’s just right on the ball, you can’t beat him in the league, he’s probably the best, and he knows where I’m going to be, it’s a connection.�  “Sixty-yard bomb in the Bel-
mont game,� a smiling Towle answered quickly when asked if there was a play that stands out, a catch that he’ll always remember and one he pulled in then waltzed in 10 yards to the endzone uncontested. “By far the coolest throw I’ve ever seen. Just right there, right in my hands.� The duo’s longest play from scrimmage this year was a 79 yard catch and run against Carson Graham, “but that wasn’t as cool as the Belmont pass.� “I’m disappointed,� O’Brien conceded when asked about the gut-wrenching semifinal loss to the Mission Roadrunners that ended their season last week. “I want to go to university somewhere but I don’t know where yet, I’ll just see what happens,� O’Brien said easily when asked what his plans are for after graduation, and confirmed he’s been talking to a couple schools and is testing the waters. Towle says he’s hoping to get on with the VI Raiders and continue playing that route. On their coaches, they agreed they’ve had the good fortune of having some great coaches over the year which “was huge� for their development, not only as football players, but as people. It is the first time in BSS football’s 12 year history one of its own has been named varsity football’s Most Valuable Player. Over his three years behind centre O’Brien racked up almost 6,000 yards in the air including 70 touchdown passes, while rushing for over a thousand yards and another 25 TDs on the ground.
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The Irish Rovers have a new Christmas DVD and are playing a sold-out show in Courtenay Dec. 5. Original member George Millar lives in Nanoose Bay.
THE LONG GOODBYE
Irish Rovers have new Xmas DVD Original member George Millar from Nanoose reveals what he took instead of drugs LISSA ALEXANDER
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orty-eight years ago, 16-year-old George Millar and his 24-year-old friend Jim Ferguson got their first booking for $25 in a folk club in Toronto. It would mark the start of a long and successful career. “We thought, my God, we've got it made, this is wonderful," said the original Irish Rover member. And it helped that his friend was of the legal drinking age. “He was older so he could buy the cigarettes and the beer, so it was a wonderful combination.” All members of the Irish Rovers hail from Ireland, but Millar has lived in Nanoose Bay for 20 years. Although there have been a few changes in members over the years, the group has consistently recorded music and performed around the world. Recently the group released a new album called Drunken Sailor and a single The Titanic. The following concert tour was sold out and garnered rave reviews, while a new, younger generation of fans were tuning in on YouTube. Their new Irish Rovers Christmas DVD features the group in the pubs and mountains of Banff National Park, joined by Crazy Canuck Dave Irwin. The concert section of the DVD is filmed in Ontario and it will be aired on PBS in early December. In 1964, after a year of clubs, coffee houses and festivals, Millar, Ferguson and George's cousin Joe Millar, made their way to Calgary to visit George's brother Will, who was performing on a children's television show. The boys entertained the children with numbers like Whiskey You're the Devil and Tim Finnegan’s Wake, and although the toddlers loved it, their parents were less than enthused. “Finally the producer said: ‘look the switchboard's gone mad, you cannot be singing whiskey songs to children,’ ” Millar said, retorting with: “but look! they love it, they're dancing around.” The group had to excuse themselves from the show, but it wouldn’t be their last appearance on television. In 1966 the Irish Rovers released their successful debut album The First of the Irish Rovers, followed by perhaps their most well known, The Unicorn. The Rovers made
the song (complete with cats and rats and elephants) an international success. The song, written by Shel Silverstein, helped sell millions of copies of the album worldwide. In 1968, The Irish Rovers were named Canada's Folk Group of the Year, by the predecessor of the Junos. The following year, they received a Grammy nomination for Folk Performance of the Year. After several appearances on TV shows in the U.S. and Canada, the Rovers hosted CBC's The Irish Rovers Show in the ‘70s, which ran for six seasons. This award-winning show became the most popular Canadian variety show of its time, hosting stars like Johnny Cash, Vera Lynn and Carl Perkins. A modest Millar gave his reasoning for part of the show's success. "Most (people) had no choice," he said. "They only had one channel, there was Disney Land and the Irish Rovers, and then the Beachcombers, and they had no bloody choice. In a way they were like a built-in audience." The Irish Rovers are beginning what they call “The Long Goodbye,” where they will play shows for two more years, marking 50 years of touring, and then retire. They won’t retire from making music, Millar said, just the traveling, as it’s a “young man’s game.” Millar said the reason the Rovers have managed to stay together and happy all these years is because they share similar ideas and they like and respect each other. They all love the music, which is very important he said, as well as living apart, which means every few months when they get together they are excited to catch up. His advice for younger groups is to keep their heads up and do what’s right, citing the Rover’s drugs of choice throughout the years. “People would say: ‘what kind of drugs did you guys take?’ And I said: ‘things like Tums and Metamucil.’ Those were our drugs in the dressing room.” The Irish Rovers are performing a Christmas concert in Courtney Dec. 5, but that show has already sold out. Their Christmas DVD as well as their Merry Merry Time of Year Christmas CD and other albums are available on their website www.theirishroversmusic.com.
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A Sentimental Christmas led by the Victoria Symphony aims to get all local residents into the spirit of Christmas on Dec. 10. “There's a lot of that sentimentality that we’re all striving for during the Christmas season, to get into that spirit, that feeling of joy and peace and to just let the excitement of the season settle upon us,” said conductor of the upcoming Christmas Pops concert in Qualicum Beach, Tania Miller. This is Miller’s 10th season with the Victoria Symphony, and she takes the crown for the first Canadian woman to be appointed such a significant position in a symphony. The program features a collection of music styles including the internationally renowned Victoria Children’s Choir. This group of youth have performed for Britain’s Royal Family and earned first place in the Summa Cum Laude International Youth Music Festival in Austria last year. They will perform movie repertoire like Walking in the Air from The Snowman movie and John Williams’ Exsultate Justi from Empire of the Sun. Making her debut with the Victoria Symphony, soprano Eleanor McCain will bring some jazzy, pop elements to the concert, while the Victoria Symphony delights with some seasonal favourites as well as originals. “What I'm very happy about is this year's Christmas concert has a lot of fresh repertoire,” said Miller. This includes an element called Christmas at the Movies, featuring songs from movies like Home Alone, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Miracle on 34th Street and Polar Express. Miller will tell some stories and jokes and help people get into the spirit of the season. The audience will hear a cello
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Tania Miller will lead the Victoria Symphony Dec. 10 at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre.
solo and can join in on some sing-alongs at the show. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 10 at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. Get tickets at the Mulberry Bush Book Stores. The cost is $32 by cash or cheque only. For more on the symphony visit www.victoriasymphony.ca. Win tickets to the show with our online contest at www. pqbnews.com or on the PQB NEWS Facebook Page.
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Award-winning musician Jim Moffatt will bring a fusion of blues, folk and rock to the Acoustic Cafe in Qualicum Beach Dec. 7. The Victoria artist snagged the top award at the first Studio 1/ Keen Craft (Long and Mcquade) music awards in Calgary as member of the duo Bow River Lumber Company, beating out names like Jann Arden, Scott Parsons and Jenny Allen. Jim was just making a name for himself when he went through some tough times and decided to get out, selling all his gear. Ten years later he’s back, and some say he’s better than ever. Moffatt has played festivals and universities around the country, and ReverbNation lists him as number two in Victoria and 25th nationally. At the Acoustic Cafe Moffatt will perform with stage partner and talented guitarist, Mike Sampson. The Acoustic Cafe is held on the first Friday of every month at the Rotary House in Qualicum Beach located at 211 Fern Rd. West, at the corner of Beach Rd. The evening starts with open stage acts at 7:30 p.m., followed by an intermission where coffee and dessert will be available. The feature act follows intermission and the show wraps up around 10 p.m. Tickets are $5 from the Vintage Candy Shop on Second Ave. in Qualicum Beach, after Dec. 1, and youth and children are free.
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The 7th annual Carol Festival is happening at the Lighthouse Community Hall in Qualicum Bay this Sunday with sing-alongs, music, drama and refreshments. Here We Come A Caroling is organized by the Island Gospel Centre and the Wildwood Community Church, in Bowser, and begins at 2:30 p.m. on Dec. 2. “We started it because we felt like there was a desire in the community to keep the traditional songs and expres-
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Local wares at Pineridge Market Market features holiday items and pet pictures with the Grinch The Pineridge Market near Spider Lake is open weekends for the holiday season selling items from local artisans and Christmas trees as well as a day for pet pictures with the Grinch. The market is open weekends 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to Dec. 16. Visitors can find wreaths, garlands and other fine wares. On Saturday, Dec. 1 from 11a.m. - 2 p.m. pet pictures with the
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Big Twang Theory plays Shady Rest Dave Marco and Big Twang Theory will fill the Shady Rest Pub with classic and folk rock this Saturday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. Enjoy all the tunes that make you sing along, tap your feet and get up and dance.
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The Winter Harp Ensemble plays the Port Theatre on Dec. 9. This is the group’s 19th year on tour. For ticket information call 250-754-8550. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.porttheatre.com.
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Celebrate Christmas and the holiday season with the Winter Harp Ensemble at the Port Theatre Dec. 8. Known for its sold-out houses and standing ovations, this world-class ensemble celebrates its 19th year on tour just in time for Christmas. On stage, Winter Harp’s outstanding musicians, clad in gorgeous medieval attire, perform a collection of music from well-known carols to Celtic, medieval, world and Spanish tunes. Dozens of candles light the stage, providing a magical backdrop for the golden Celtic and classical harps, drums, tambourines, temple bells, flutes and an assortment of beautiful ancient and rare instruments, including the ethereal-sounding bass psaltery (the only one like it in the world), the organistrum (an early form of the hurdy-gurdy) and the Swedish nyckelharpa. This year, Winter Harp is celebrating the release of its latest CD: The Bullfighter’s Daughter — which features the sizzling sounds of Spain. In addition, Winter Harp is delighted to announce that this year’s special guest is the legendary Kim Robertson, a virtuoso musician considered among the world’s leading Celtic harpists. Winter Harp is a concert experience that has captured the spirit of the season, along with people’s hearts and remains the must-see ticket on the holiday calendar. Tickets are $40. Port Theatre Members and Groups are $35, Students $15, eyeGO $5. Call 250-754-8550 for tickets or visit 125 Front Street. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.porttheatre.com. — Submitted by Sarah Kalcsics/The Port Theatre
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CROSSWORD PUZZLE NO. 644
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The week of Nov. 30-Dec. 6, 2012
ARIES You are intensely ambitious. Identify your goal and go out and get it. Who is going to stop you? TAURUS Just because you are able to break the rules does not mean you have to. Is there another way? GEMINI There is a danger that you will let slip information it might have been wiser to keep to yourself. CANCER Be careful how you speak to loved ones. Don’t let minor disputes become major feuds. LEO Your workload will increase, and if your social life is busy too, your health could suffer. Cut back a bit. VIRGO Others are impressed by what you accomplish, but don’t do it for the applause – do it because it matters. ANSWER TO CROSSWORD PUZZLE NO. 644
LIBRA If certain people get on your nerves, remove yourself from their presence, at least for now. SCORPIO You will accomplish a great deal. Just don’t expect others to keep up with your pace. You’ll exhaust them. SAGITTARIUS Accept that what’s happening now is something you have to put up with. Can you turn it to your advantage financially? CAPRICORN Focus your energy in a single direction and expect to be a huge success. What you expect, you will get. AQUARIUS Find some alone-time. You have lots to think about and you can’t do that with people around you. PISCES You’re entitled to your viewpoint and to express it, but the more you talk the less you’ll learn. ANSWER TO SUDOKU PUZZLE NO. 381
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CHAMBER SINGERS
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“An apple, a pear, a plum, a cherry, any good thing to make us all merry . . .” Cantando Chamber Singers will present their annual Christmas concert entitled A Soalin’ on Saturday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m., in the Knox United Church Lounge at 345 Pym Road in Parksville. Cantando Chamber Singers is a group of 14 singers directed by Ann Barber, who enjoys the challenge of singing in mainly a cappella, or unaccompanied style. They will present Christmas music from Renaissance to modern times that is sometimes serious, sometimes sentimental, and often just plain fun. The title for this concert, A Soal-
in’, comes from the ancient European tradition of going ‘souling’, traveling door to door and begging for little spiced fruit — soul cakes — and some kind of warming drink. Although it originated as a custom for All Souls’ Day, or the day after Halloween, it has now become a well-established Christmas tradition. There will be no need for you to go door to door, just come to Knox United for an entertaining and refreshing afternoon of choral music presented by the Chamber Singers. This musical afternoon entertainment will be rounded off with an assortment of festive treats and punch. All seats are $10, and tickets are available at the door. — Submitted by Ann Barber
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Choir in its 21st year in QB The Village Voices of Qualicum Beach is a 71-voice mixed choir in its 21st season, under the direction of Rosemary Lindsay for the past five years. The choir has appeared at the Port Theatre in Nanaimo and many locations on the Island as part of the Voices of the Island concert series. They are deeply grateful for the community support they receive, said president Paul Reitsma, and have enjoyed taking part in community events in return. Those include things like CBC’s Dickens, A Christmas Carol, Moonlight Madness, Christmas in the Village, Santa’s Parade in Parksville, Rathtrevor Songfest, Greeting of the Olympic Torch and B.C. Parks 100th Anniversary. They are preparing for two concerts this Christmas season, A Cool Yule, seasonal favourites with a twist, is Sunday, Dec. 9 at 2:30 p.m. at The Christian Fellowship Centre, 825 Village Way, Qualicum Beach for a suggested $10 donation at the door. The second will be Christ-
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Paul Reitsma (from right), president of the Village Voices community choir, and director Rosemary Lindsay receive a generous donation from major sponsor Quality Foods’ Ken Bowerman.
mas Angels, with special guests the B.C. Boys Choir of Vancouver Island under the direction of Patricia Plum-
ley, to delight young and old, Sunday, Dec. 16 at 2:30 p.m. at Knox United church, 345 Pym Street, Parksville. Tick-
ets are $15 at the door and at Mulberry Bush bookstores. — Submitted by Village Voices
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