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Loss of a culture Former chief in this region points to roots of frustrations AUREN RUVINSKY
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Filmmaker, former elected chief and daughter and wife of clan chiefs, Kim Recalma-Clutesi doesn’t know how to solve the Idle No More situation, but she’s clear on two requirements: benefit sharing and a respect for traditions. The NEWS talked to Recalma-Clutesi Friday in Qualicum Bay as Idle No More protests and a meeting with the prime minister played on TV in the background. It was meant as a profile of an interesting community member (see Thursday Spotlight, page A5) but became about the country’s hot topic. While the main target of the protests is the Bill C-45, the omnibus budget bill, she sees the frustrations driving the protests rooted in the history of residential schools and abuses under the Indian Act and the resulting loss of First Nations cultures. “In the 1860s we lost 80 per cent of our population through smallpox and TB, virgin soil diseases, and then within a decade of that the surveyor generals ran through and 90 per cent of the land was lost, and within another decade the residential schools were set up and the anti-potlatch laws were set up — so you lost your culture, your land, your children, your religion and your population within a 40-year period,” said Recalma-Clutesi. “You don’t survive intact from that. I think some people are coming out of it, but what we have left is fairly diluted.” “I need to say this with great caution – but some of our leadership is kind of the end result of the assimilation system.” See 75 PER CENT page A4 Also, see THURSDAY SPOTLIGHT, page A5
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If you look at them really, really closely, they look kind of like Star Wars fighters, says Ken Kirkby, but they’re actually the very first stage of one of the oldest life forms on earth. They are also, he said, possibly one of the key pieces of the puzzle of how to bring coho salmon back to the east coast of Vancouver Island. The microscopic specks are spores, Kirkby said, hopefully the precursers of what would soon become 120-foot
long strands of brown kelp. Kirkby, the former head of the Nile Creek Enhancement Society, is motoring past Sandy Island in a 40-foot herring skiff piloted by Andy Hilke and his crew member, Kyle Kulbacki. They both work for Island Scallops, one of the partners Kirkby and his team were able to bring together in their successful effort to rehabilitate the salmon run in Nile creek. With them are Colleen Sawyer from the Royal Bank and Little River Enhancement Society members Peter Williams
and Dave Kozakowski. It’s cold on the water and we huddle in the tiny cabin, out of the wind. “Hopefully, we are going to do what has never been done before by a volunteer organization on this coast,” Kirkby said, “reforest kelp.” There used to be kelp beds in the area, lots of them, he said, but for one reason or another, they’ve largely disappeared. “When I was first here in 1958 as an 18-year-old, this whole place was full of kelp beds,” he said. See WHERE DID, page A19
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STARTING POINT RDN seeks money to replace rink lights The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking funds to replace the lighting fixtures to a higher efficiency lighting system at the Howie Meeker and Victor Kraatz Arenas at Oceanside Place. The RDN will submit an application to the Western Economic Diversification Canada Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund for 50 per cent of the costs. Also from the recent RDN meeting: r 1BSLTWJMMF .BZPS $ISJT #VSHFS BOE $PVO .BSD -FGFCWSF XFSF appointed as the council voting representatives to the Englishman River Water Service Management Board for 2013. r 'PVS USFFT QMBOUFE CZ UIF /BOPPTF #BZ 3FDSFBUJPOBM "DUJWJUZ Centre Society will have to be moved. The trees were planted on an easement that is needed to allow access to an adjacent commercially-zoned property.
Greens have no nomination meeting plans 8JUI UIF -JCFSBMT /%1 BOE OPX $POTFSWBUJWF QBSUJFT BMM OPNJnating their candidates for the provincial election in May, the Green Party in Parksville-Qualicum has yet to choose their champion for the constituency. Party spokesperson Gerri Smith said the Greens have no immediate plans to hold a nomination meeting and in fact do not have an active constituency association to organize one. She suggested anyone who wants to throw their hat in the ring should fill out an application form on the Green Party of B.C. website at www.greenparty.bc.ca — NEWS Staff
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Five months from its scheduled opening, the Oceanside Health Centre (OHC) still does not have the physicians required to provide the services and open for the hours promised by the provincial government. Repeated attempts by The NEWS to elicit comment from local doctors about their plans or opinions about the health centre have proven fruitless. Nanaimo radiologist David Coupland, who was acclaimed as the B.C. Conservative Party candidate for the Parksville Qualicum constituency last weekend, said he believes local physicians may be reticent to comment or even co-operate with the formation of the new health centre because “none of the doctors were actually involved in the decision from the get-go.� “There’s really nothing in it for them (local physicians),� said Coupland. “For them it just means expanding their hours and working weekends.� In an e-mail sent to The NEWS on Tuesday, Sheila Cruikshank, the director of community integration and service development for the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) and the future director of the health centre, said she is still confident the facility will have the staff required for its scheduled opening in June. “We have already had expressions of interest from physicians interested in this role and we do
not anticipate any problems finding an excellent physician work team to provide care through the OHC to Oceanside residents,� she wrote. Cruikshank also wrote in the e-mail that “VIHA will be seeking proposals from physicians interested in providing services in the OHC in the coming weeks. This will be done through an expression of Interest process.� Cruikshank also described the kind of physician VIHA is searching for in regards to the OHC, and what that doctor could expect. “This kind of physician role will appeal to physicians who are interested in working as part of a health care team, focusing on wellness and prevention as well as treatment and care,� she wrote. “It will also very much appeal to physicians who are interested in regular, known, work hours and the corresponding work/life balance they would get from knowing their work hours.� On Nov. 30, 2012, VIHA announced it had purchased Parksville X-Ray and will move its services into the centre. On Dec. 20, 2012, VIHA announced it had posted for two nurse practitioners’ positions for the OHC. In October of 2012, Cruikshank told The NEWS she was optimistic staff would be in place by the OHC’s June opening date and be open for the hours originally promised by the provincial government (7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., seven days a week).
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“There was a lot of effort in the 1950s and ‘60s to push out the hereditary leadership — which had a conscience and answered to something other than the Minister of Indian Affairs,” she said, bringing the current issues back to the loss of tradition. “What has happened over the last 20 years is the downloading of that really archaic horrible system where more than 75 percent of the money goes to administration, whether it’s on reserve administration, but we’ve been downloaded so we’re delegated authority, junior indian agents, so we’re doing to our people what Indian Affairs did for a century.” “Indian Affairs supports an incredible bureaucracy that is proven over and over again by auditor general’s reports to not
be efficient, transparent or accountable, or even helpful and it eats up a lot of the dollars. There are more lawyers and consultants and ex-civil servants getting rich on the backs of aboriginal people — that is just unbelievably shameful.” “There is a parallel service delivery on reserve — and how do you manage to keep an appropriately educated and staffed infrastructure on a reserve of 100 people? And not have politically motivated decisions? Not have people micro manage, not have people abuse their power, especially when there isn’t a lot of oversight.” “That’s where some of the conflict is and that’s where the root of Idle No More is coming from, not just Bill C-45, it’s a chance to say it’s not okay. The leader-
ship themselves aren’t quite about that — there’s two separate things happening.” Recalma-Clutesi, who doesn’t claim to speak for the protesters, suggests it is about the long term issues but there is plenty of blame for the current government. “It’s just unbelievable that this prime minister can make such a fuss over something that should be a matter of course – this is his job for goodness sake,” she said of Friday’s meeting with First Nations leaders. “It is his constitutional obligation to ensure that these relationships are still intact.” And she has put a lot of effort into those relationships herself. “I sat with Prime Minister (Paul) Mar-
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People, places and issues of the Parksville/Qualicum Beach region
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A passion for documenting traditions Traditional hunting and gathering brings families together AUREN RUVINSKY
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Qualicum Bay’s Kim Recalma-Clutesi is watching the Idel No More protests closely. The daughter and wife of hereditary chiefs is optimistic they are at east leading to more discussion about First Nation’s issues and hopefully traditions and culture. Recalma-Clutesi, or Oqwi’low’gwa which means generous in her Kwakwqka’wakw nation, studied filmmaking at BCIT in the 1970s and her work led to interesting experiences like associate producing the opening ceremonies for the 1994 Commonwealth Games in Victoria. She sat at tables with Prime Minister Paul Martin during extensive work on the Kelowna Accord between First Nations and the government and has lectured at universities. But she has spent much of the past 20 years on her real passion — documenting traditional ecological knowledge (TEK), which earned her the prestigious international 2010 Eco-Trust Indigenous Leadership Award. Working in the tough world of independent film she used
the $25,000 prize to help fund her ongoing work with her husband, clan chief Adam Dick, the last living link to the traditional knowledge of the coastal people. Dick was hidden from residential schools and trained in their traditions from the age of four and though he is illiterate, the pair have worked on dozens of high level academic papers documenting these traditions. “We have yet to find a professor that he doesn’t match knowledge with in the natural world and the scientific world – geomorphologists, ethnobiologist, botanist, marine biologists, GPs.” Recalma-Clutesi feels the loss of these ancient traditions is one of the roots of the current strife. “None of this means anything — the political posturing and work means nothing if they forget the basic foundations of who we are.” “Little of our culture is known even to our people today – hence Idle No More. You don’t remove children from their families for generations – carried on with different welfare programs, more than half the Ministry of Child and Family Services children are Aboriginal – without loosing that connection.” Those traditions could hel-
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Kim Recalma-Clutesi, seen above with former Prime Minister Paul Martin, left, and her husband Adam Dick, centre, wants First Nations people to look back to their traditions to help guide them into the future.
pra lot in modern times, she said, explaining how traditional hunting and gathering is not only much healthier, but brings families together and reconnects them with the land. “You don’t have to go back to the ancestral times to be authentic, you can be traditional and use modern technology,” she said pointing to her cell phone and computer. “Even with all this technology around us we still use the same values today,” she said of ritual in how people greet and interact with each other. “I think that’s why the political world is so hard to embrace, it’s minus all of those values, and it’s minus respect and trust and accountability to our families.” Asked if she is optimistic she said, “I have to be, I can’t afford
not to be. The people you can count on one hand who have this knowledge are counting on a small group of us to accurately
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Mayor Chris Burger said that while city council recently removed an agenda item proposing to drop the rule, there is still a big discussion to be had. “We do want to ultimately arrive at the right mechanism to deal with it,� he said, indicating that while it’s not the highest priority, it will come up again. Burger suggested once the new official community plan is adopted, it will be the logical step to review and update the zoning bylaw and the 180-day rule will likely be discussed then, or following that process. There have been suggestions by res-
idents and Coun. Bill Neufeld the city or a non-profit group should buy the property and turn it into a park or some other kind of public space. In 2010, Parksville chief administrative officer Fred Manson estimated the property to be worth $9 million, which would require a 14 per cent tax increase to residents to pay it off over 20 years, plus the cost of maintenance, removing the current buildings and loss of tax income. The seven-acre property, at 161 W. Island Highway, is listed for $7 million by DTZ Victoria and would come with the 81-unit development permit.
RCMP have extra-busy Sunday Police are still looking for the culprit(s) who threw a rock through the front door and stole items from Marquis Jewels and Gifts in Qualicum Beach on Sunday morning. Oceanside RCMP say the items stolen included watches and other jewels located in the front counter. It is believed that the break and entry occurred at approximately 2:00 a.m. Sunday. The investigation is ongoing and the Oceanside RCMP welcome any information that could help solve this crime. Call the Oceanside RCMP (250-248-6111) or provide a report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477.
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Developers, residents on the same page Chartwell people once again pack chambers over land use changes; council gives OCP, zoning changes first reading JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com
Chartwell residents packed the chamber Monday night and watched as Qualicum Beach town council passed motions to start the process of developing land adjacent to their neighbourhood. Chartwell Residents’ Association (CRA) president Tom Davies didn’t exactly express satisfaction with the process when he addressed council after the meeting. “This isn’t right,” said Davies. “We want you guys to take charge of this thing — we will follow.” Council gave first readings Monday to both an Official Community Plan amendment and a zoning bylaw change. Councillors stressed this was just the start of a process that will include the official input of many in the community, including the Chartwell group. “The community wants to have a say and I want to create that forum for them
to have a say,” said Coun. Dave Willie. Staff presented council with a couple of options for how to proceed with any changes to the zoning of the land being called Ravensbourne Lane Business Park and both include extensive public consultation. In the end, council chose an option that could provide resolution to the issue by May, as opposed to a second option that would included a more detailed look at all lands around the airport and would likely not be completed until December. Mayor Teunis Westbroek reiterated his concerns from a month ago relating to any types of businesses in Ravensbourne weakening the downtown core. He also said he would rather see a specific business proposal for that land come forward as opposed to an agent who is seemingly only dealing with the change in zoning at this time. The agent for the three properties owners, Bob Colclough, disagrees. He
told The NEWS this week he believes his clients are being proactive. “This is taking an economic development approach as opposed to a development approach,” said Colclough. “Historically, communities plan. What’s happened, in my opinion, in the last 15 years, is reacting. This is being proactive, this is planning.” The CRA recently took pictures of, and presented in its newsletter, 67 businesses of the type it believes would be appropriate for the land in question. Colclough said “those are bang on.” “That’s exactly (the type of businesses) we are looking at,” he said. Colclough said he is pleased council took the route it did Monday night and added that new business has generally not had a smooth ride when it comes to dealing with Qualicum Beach. “Historically, the Town of Qualicum Beach has not been seen as open to new business,” he said. “In the past when I
told other developers about plans and they ask where and I said Qualicum Beach they said ‘it’ll never pass’. ” As for the type of businesses that could be situated on the land in question now, Colclough suggested possibilities include a general contractor with office and warehouse space or a mini-storage facility. He also said his clients would agree with any type of restrictions regarding no-outside activities for businesses that may take up shop at Ravensbourne. The next step in the process council agreed to Monday night would be a public information meeting later this month. Westbroek and Coun. Scott Tanner were opposed to the zoning bylaw amendment motion, but once that passed (councillors Willie, Mary Brouilette and Bill Luchtmeijer in favour), only Tanner was opposed to choosing the option that moved the process to possible completion in May.
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t was three months ago when we gave the Oceanside Health Centre its last check-up. It is with concern that we report today our patient still does not have a doctor. When this issue last visited our office, a quick check of its reflexes and a cursory look down its throat with a tongue depressor provided cautious optimism. There was still time, specialist Sheila Cruikshank told us, to fix the centre’s chief ailment, ie. the hiring of physicians so the facility could fulfill its promise of being open from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., seven days a week. “Because of the level of interest of people calling me already, I believe we will have the right people, the staff available, when we open,” specialist Cruikshank, who will be the boss of this facility when it opens in June, said in the Oct. 18 edition of The NEWS. In today’s edition of The NEWS, our specialist offered this diagnosis (by e-mail): “We have already had expressions of interest from physicians interested in this role and we do not anticipate any problems finding an excellent physician work team to provide care through the OHC to Oceanside residents.” That to us represents little or no movement on our patient’s key issue. To be fair, other symptoms have been treated. Imaging services have been secured and a call has gone out for nurse practitioners. Still, the chief concern remains. We would like to tell you what local doctors are saying about our patient, but they are not interested in sharing their diagnosis with our readers. The best we can offer is from a Nanaimo doctor-turned-politician, David Coupland: “There’s really nothing in it for them (local doctors). For them it just means expanding their hours and working weekends.” One might suggest this patient has lots of time to be cured, months for things to be settled and healthy. That may indeed be true, but the lack of comment or participation from local physicians is reason for concern and we’re not exactly getting the feeling they are about to jump on board soon. This facility will not function without the participation of local physicians, period. Paging specialist Cruikshank. You are needed, stat, in the public confidence and communication department. Paging specialist Cruikshank . . . — Editorial by John Harding
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With regards to John Harding’s editorial (Jan. 10) in which you welcome Barry Avis to a space between a rock and a hard place, my wife and I are compelled to disagree. Avis has not only an extensive background in business management and systems design, he also has nine years of political experience as a highly respected Qualicum Beach councillor and vice-chair of the Association of Vancouver Island Communities. Add these qualifications to Avis’ involvement with the Living Wage Committee, Protect Our Coasts, Oceanside Communities for Quality Education and his municipal experience in planning, finance, water management, environment and community development and it becomes apparent that he is superbly qualified to represent the diverse population of the Parksville-Qualicum constituency. Over the past 16 months, he has engaged the public with 13 community town hall meetings on topics ranging from seniors’ care, to health care to agricultural sustainability — all the while knocking on more than 3,000 doors in the Nanaimo to Qualicum Beach area. Avis is too much a gentleman to stoop to name calling, dirty politics or mud slinging. We know that he will treat his political opponents with grace and respect, and that he
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will run his campaign based on his resume and qualifications and his willingness to work hard to prove his worth. Avis will not have to challenge or disparage the Liberal candidate, but that candidate may find herself having to defend the miserable 11-year record of the party she has chosen to represent. In our humble opinion, Avis hardly finds himself between a rock and a hard place. He appears to be far too busy for such a distraction. DANA MCCOMBER Nanoose Bay
STILWELL EXCITING Editor John Harding’s editorial Jan. 10 regarding the upcoming B.C. election and candidates (A rock and a hard place) was fair and balanced and spoke to the facts in a positive way, which seems to be true of most of Harding’s editorials, regardless of what yesterday’s man, Frank Horner, continues to complain about. I happen to agree with most of what Harding writes, other than his stance on continuing to allow tax exemptions for special interest groups, but we can debate that another time. For now, it is all about getting Michelle Stilwell elected May 14. It is quite exciting that someone with her qualifications has agreed to stand for election in our riding. We are very fortunate to have her as a candidate.
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Harding’s editorials are a welcome change from the writings of his predecessor and his competition. I ask that he please continue with his positive no-spin style — it is rather refreshing, and it’s nice to see someone who is “Pumped on 2013� (the headline over one of his early-January editorials). It goes along with the efforts that three of our Qualicum Beach councillors,  Bill Luchtmeijer, Dave Willie and Mary Brouilette are making in their effort to try and bring our town into the 21st century. What with four businesses closing, five that are up for sale and three with a no-hope sustainable business model, we need all the positive energy we can find.
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Let’s Talk End-of-Life Care In 2006, the Ministry of Health (document - A Provincial Framework for End-of-Life Care) stated BC is committed to establishing high quality end-of-life care and support as an integral part of the provincial health system. Odeneal will not review this publication, but will refer to it as a provincial resource. She hopes to bring her
The Oceanside Division of Family Practice has invited Terri Odeneal, current president of the Vancouver Island Federation of Hospices to share information at their Wednesday, January 30th Community Health Forum event slated for 7 PM at the Parksville Conference and Convention Centre. Her focus will be the “continuum” of care from a palliative approach. Odeneal is very qualified to explain and offer perspectives about end-of-life services. She was recently awarded the Queen Elizabeth ll Diamond Jubilee Medal for her contributions to hospice palliative care both provincially and nationally.
In the five year period from 2007 and into early 2012, 617 Oceanside patients were served and discharged from the Nanaimo Regional General Palliative Care Unit. They ranged in age from 23 years to 97 years of age (median 69 years). (available through Oceanside Division)
The Oceanside Division of Family Practice will be conducting a COMMUNITY RESIDENT SURVEY in the coming weeks. A number of community residents have expressed problems in finding a family practitioner in Oceanside. If you are seeking the services of an Oceanside-based family physician, please participate in the survey
professional perspectives about the many palliative hospice delivery options ranging from home care, to residential care and hospice services through to acute care in hospitals.
The survey will be presented at the Oceanside Health and Wellness Fair in the spring. To learn more about the importance of Advance Care Planning or to appreciate the value of pain and symptom management, support services such as emotional and grief counselling, and caregiver assistance services, crisis responses, specialist consultation, and additional supports such as Hospice, Residential and hospital services, this forum will prove valuable. The forum promises to deliver answers to many questions with perspectives framed on truly qualified end-of-life experience. Odeneal is committed to making the forum a worthwhile investment of time for all who attend.
Of the 617 palliative or end-of-life patients discharged 421 or 68% of the patients passed away, but 159 or 26% were discharged to home or a home setting. A small number were discharged to a long term care facility. (available through Oceanside Division)
Attendees should be aware that Odeneal will not be speaking about the end-of-life service delivery model specifically provided in Oceanside. Her purpose is to offer Oceanside residents an appreciation for the various end-of-life health care programs and services that might be seen as a “buffet table” of possible options and choices for awareness and information purposes.
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WHAT IS END-OF-LIFE CARE? End-of-Life care is the term used for the range of clinical support services appropriate for dying people and their families. The goal of the care is to ensure the best possible quality of life for dying people and their families. (A Provincial Framework for End-of-Life Care) WHAT IS PALLIATIVE CARE? Palliative care is the specialized care of people who are dying – care aimed at alleviating suffering (physical, emotional, psychosocial or spiritual) rather than curing. It is associated with active, progressive and advanced disease, with little or no prospect of cure. (A Provincial Framework for End-of-Life Care)
In BC, more than 90% of deaths occur as the result of end-stage and/or chronic health conditions, such as cardiovascular, respiratory disease or cancer. About 60% of British Columbians die in hospital. (A Provincial Framework for End-of-Life Care)
NOTE: The Oceanside Division is very grateful for the opportunity to host this end-of-life information event. Local family physicians are also very appreciative of the representation of local health care professionals including pharmacists, the Oceanside Hospice Society and community residents in a recently formed Endof-Life Working Group.
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My stepmom lives in Campbell River and is part of a contest running to go into outer space as part of the Axe Apollo Campaign and needs as many votes as she can get by August 31. So far, she is in the 88th spot and they are only taking the top 22. I am not sure how many people on Vancouver Island are in the contest, but Jody definitely deserves this and it has always been one of her dreams. I wonder if perhaps we can get people to vote for our local aspiring astronaut. Here is a link for some information on the contest http://www.bizcommu-
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On behalf of the Salvation Army, I am extending a very big ‘thank-you’ to District 69. Many organizations, fire halls, churches, stores, clubs, schools, media and individuals dug deep and helped
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tep right up! Don’t be with good ideas for the competition and we did pretty well, taking shy! Yup, this one is going several honours over the years, whether it be for our four-meat to hurt. I wasn’t all that per- chipotle recipe, our chili with red sonally concerned when the San- wine and chocolate or our vegta Claus Parade got canceled in etarian recipe with chanterelle Parksville. I’m no big fan of the mushrooms. Shopping for ingredients, domandated consumption of the socalled holiday season anyway and ing the prep, making the beer if I had to grit my teeth and think run, cooking the chili, setting up of England through one less man- the canopy and washing the pots afterwards, I was an enthusiastic ifestation of it, well and good. member of the team. I was a little more It was great fun. concerned about the The best part for cancellation of the me though was the Bethlehem Walk, serving. I would have only because I know By Neil Horner been quite happy to how much it meant do it all day if other to the people inpeople didn’t need volved in putting it on to have a turn. Someand how it put a visit thing just seemed to to Parksville on the click in this shy, retiragendas of so many ing flower of a guy. out-of-towners with “Step right up! money to spend. PerDon’t be shy! You sonally though, the look like a fine judge whole religious thing is foreign to me, so the loss of this of fine chili sir! Here you go. No animals died in the production of event impacted me not at all. I was sad when they stopped this chili . . . at least, none that holding the Just For the Hell of It we’re aware of. I mean . . . there parade in Coombs. I just enjoyed could have been an accident the wacky, improvised and live- somewhere along the line I suply community energy that burst pose . . . Thank you sir! Step right out during that event. I only went up! Don’t be shy! There you go once before it got the axe though ma’am. The recipe for this chili and I never actually participated. was given to me by my grandI just took pictures and enjoyed mother, who whispered it in my ear on her deathbed. Last words the show. The Fire and Ice chili contest she ever spoke were: ‘don’t overthough, that’s a different story. do it with the peppers.’ Then she was gone, poor dear. Step right That’s hitting close to home. I’ve been involved in just about up! Don’t be shy . . . ” Of all the events that have every Fire and Ice chili contest since the day I arrived here, eight- come and gone in Qualicum Beach, Parksville, Coombs or Errand-a-half years ago. Steve Heywood and I would ington since I arrived here, that’s do up a gag front page for the the one I truly will miss and I reissue before the big day, with ally hope our volunteer commuSteve acting as the comic relief — nity, our businesses, our town or chili-stealing clown, King Kong somebody, somewhere can rally chili monkey and chili thief being to bring it back in 2014. I don’t know about you, but I hosed down by a fire hose — even Photoshopping himself in as a saw the spring chili cook-off as chili ingredient in his crazed as- part of what being in Qualicum Beach was all about, and I really sistant editor’s meat grinder. We worked hard to come up would hate to see it go.
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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 69 (QUALICUM) 2013-14 KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL REGISTRATION REGISTRATION: January 28 - 31 and February 4 - 8, 2013 Board Policy 7015 excerpt
“The Board of Education believes that, in general, students should attend their neighbourhood school. Transfer of a student to a school outside of his/her catchment area will be considered upon written application of the parent to the Superintendent of Schools, on or before April 1st each school year.”
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Everyone’s dementia is different AUREN RUVINSKY
Over the following months he did things like vacuum the driveway and trying to dry his digital camera in the microwave after he’d dropped it in the toilet. They would get into a fight about his behaviour and he would start packing a suitcase. “He started arguing at the drop of a hat, but I eventually figured out that he thought he was saying the same as me, but he was using the wrong words.” “He would invent reasons for me to drive him somewhere,” she said, including once when she humoured him and took him to the plant nursery three times in one day, but then she refused the fourth time so he snuck out in the car despite having lost his licence. After another of the increasingly common and dangerous incidents she called a social worker who showed up within half an hour and within four days they found a respite space for him. After a temporary stay at Trillium Lodge in Qualicum Beach they moved him to her preferred location at Arrowsmith Lodge in Parksville where he remains and, after a tough adjustment, has mellowed some but is still loosing mental function. “I honestly feel if I had not got him in I’d be in danger, it was a total reversal of who he was,” she now says more
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In January 2010, The NEWS brought you the story of Lois Hayes’ efforts taking care of her husband with dementia. Later that year, as 72-year-old Sam’s frontal temporal lobe dementia (also known as Pick’s bodies dementia) worsened, he was moved into residential care. Though the move was her only real choice it was “still a very difficult decision” and she wants people to understand “it’s not like the story has ended.” When The NEWS spoke to Lois three years ago Sam was two and a half years into his diagnosis and, while still active, curling twice a week and going for walks, his short term memory was gone and he was losing his sense of logic and sequencing, leading to trouble with basic tasks like getting dressed. She points out there are many different kinds of dementia, Alzheimer’s being one well known type, everyone’s dementia is different depending on how their type interacts with their personality. Most troubling for Lois, her gentle husband of (then) 47 years was becoming increasingly argumentative, frustrated and even verbally abusive.
My Father and The Man in Black Saul Holiff was Cash’s manager; he’s mentioned in all the books – but sparingly. Having retired to Canada in the mid-seventies, Holiff all but disappeared from the pages of music history.
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January is National Alzheimer Awareness Month. The Investors Group Walk for Memories takes place in various locations next Sunday, Jan. 27. The Nanaimo walk is at 11 a.m. at the Nanaimo Yacht Club, 400 Newcastle Avenue. For more info: 1-800-667-3742 or e-mail walkformemoriesnanaimo@gmail.com.
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came out here and that they said was one of the best spots going.” Kulbacki begins preparing four large anchors, which will be used to stretch out a thick, 200-foot line, suspended with floats about five feet off the bottom. Around this line, Kirkby explained, they would twist spools of what had once been bright white string — now a dirty brown. “Onto that main line we take the spools and we put on those 30 metres of twine that is fully impregnated with kelp spores,” he explained. “That spore goes through many generations from a spore to a kelpling and out of the hundreds of trillions of spores, only a few will become full blown kelp.” The spores were collected from mature kelp fronds, he said. “You take the kelp and disinfect it with iodine to make sure there aren’t any diseases,” he said. “Then you put it in layers of paper towl and leave it there for 24 hours, which stresses the kelp and causes them to release the spores. We take these tubes of PVC and we wrap them with 30 metres or so of twine and put them inside a saline mix and leave it there until they glom onto it. Under a very powerful microscope they look like Star Wars jets. They are looking for a place to settle and when they do they turn the string brown. Then, 44 days later they have grown through a series of changes and to gametophytes and other Latin words and, lo and behold we have a kelpling.” It takes a couple of tries to successfully set the first two anchors and, with time running short before dark, they agree to set only the one line, instead of two.
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The B.C. Safety Authority has made a series of recommendations aimed at preventing another mill dust explosion like the ones that killed four workers in two separate incidents last winter. The changes are intended to cover pellet plants and other wood processing facilities as well as sawmills. Researchers compared the explosion hazard of different kinds of dust, finding wood “flour” can be a more powerful explosive than coal dust when it is dry and exposed to an ignition source. Two workers died and 20 others were injured when an explosion and fire tore through the Babine Forest Products sawmill in Burns Lake on Jan. 20, 2012. On April 23, a similar explosion killed two workers and injured 22 more at Lakeland Mills in Prince George. Investigators ruled out natural gas, oil and other fuel sources, leaving fine, dry dust produced from milling wood. WorksafeBC con-
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Then, on the third try, success. Both anchors have held and the team gets busy, threading the line through the pieces of PVC pipe and then spooling out the twine. If all goes well, by June they should have a good idea of whether their experiment has succeeded or not. “Once there is enough UV the kelp starts to grow and it can grow to 120 feet in four and a half months,” he said. “It’s the fastest growing thing on the planet. It’s very spectacular. When it gets going you can actually sit there on the bottom and watch it grow.” If it’s successful, the small kelp forest will
spread, providing shelter and food to the fish both Kirkby and Williams are raising in their respective creeks. “I think it will impact on our project,” Williams said. “We know the fry come out here. Where they go after they use this kind of refuge, we don’t know, but we know this is where they start, so we want to build as big a defensive wall as we can and give them the best start possible.” So, will it work? Kirkby laughs. “I’ll respond with the phrase we’ve hammered into ourselves at Nile Creek over the years,” he said. “I don’t know.”
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COFFEE WITH COUNCIL 2-4pm. Parksville Civic and Technology Centre, Room 100, Jensen Avenue
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Faith column: places of worship not always sanctuaries Places of worship have historically been described as “sanctuaries,” from the Latin word for sacred or holy place. Over time, this description evolved to include any place where a sense of the divine, or spiritual peace is experienced. More recently the term sanctuary has been used to describe a place of safety, away from emotional turmoil, or a shelter from physical danger. Sadly, and scandalously, places of worship have not always been safe places for the vulnerable, and for those seeking peace in such a sanctuary. Even in recent times, it has been heartbreaking to hear the stories of victims and to read the appalling accounts of individuals being brought to justice for instances of past abuse in places where sanctuary ought to have been assured.
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the first letter of John puts it like this: “Those who do not love a brother or sister whom they have seen, cannot love God whom they have not seen.” As we look at public and service institutions and rightly demand that they ensure their places and activities are safe for the vulnerable and secure for all, we also need to check our own personal practices and attitudes; to ensure that we, our homes, and our interactions with people are also “sanctuaries” of safety and security. May we each play our part in being and providing sanctuaries for the vulnerable in a world of increasing carelessness for the welfare of others. Rev. Alan Naylor is at St. Mark’s Anglican Church, Qualicum Beach (www. stmarksqualicum.bc.ca)
in places of worship, espeThe good news is that all cially for the most vulnerainstitutions, including faith ble, is being restored. communities, have learned For myself, one of the well from the immense er- By Rev. Alan Naylor great reminders I have rerors and omissions of the ceived as I have been inpast, which allowed abusvolved in such work, is the ers to take advantage of importance of affirming the good intentions. The vast dignity and worth of every majority, if not all, of reliperson. Institutions can gious institutions as well and must formalize their as other service and pubmethods for enacting such lic organizations have put huge amounts of effort into develop- a basic human value in practical ways. ing safe practices, proper training and Yet, unless authentic compassion and screening methods for volunteers and respect for others is rooted in our heart employees. In many cases audits and and soul, the risk is that the words of inspections take place to assist with im- our policies and procedures ring holplementation and monitoring. In this low. And the same applies to our interway, it is our prayer that public trust in the assurances of sanctuary and safety personal lives as well. In the Bible,
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shawn. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Shawn is predeceased by, his sister Monica Lee Johnson, and father, Robert Edward March. He is survived by his loving mother Elsie, step father Jim and brothers Aaron and Brandon. For those who wish to pay their respects, share memories and any photos you may have, a celebration of Shawn’s life will be held at the Arrowsmith Golf Course on January 19, 2013 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Those who wish to send flowers may send them to the Arrowsmith Golf Course.
Bonnie is predeceased by husband, Hugh. Survived by son Dan (Laureen) and daughter, Jan Hobbis; grandchildren Jason, Chris, Shea, Mike and Kellie; great-grandchildren Jaxon, Isabelle, Alexa, Callum and Liliana. Bonnie was born in Victoria on December 26, 1924 . As a young woman, she worked at Spencer’s Store. Later Bonnie spent her time as a devoted mother. When the kids left home, she worked as an Education Assistant with the Sooke School District before retiring to Parksville. After retirement, she indulged her major passion volunteering, especially at Arrowsmith Lodge and the Meals On Wheels Program through SOS. Mom always considered herself one of the luckiest women alive. She had a husband and family she loved dearly, great friends, the chance to travel, and the time and energy to help others. She’ll be sorely missed. A Memorial Service will be held at Yates Funeral Home, 1000 Allsbrook Road in Parksville on Friday January 18th at 1:30 PM. Refreshments to follow. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Special thanks to Dr. Bell and the Glenview staff at Stanford Place. 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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Dorothy (Donna) Gertrude Taggart (nee Sainsbury) Born July 2, 1920, our dear mum passed away on the morning of December the 5th, 2012 following serious complications from a fall. Mum was predeceased by her parents, Matthew Sainsbury (1928), her mother Eva (1993), her three sisters, Joan (1970), Rita (2010), Eileen (2011) and her husband Robert (Bob) in 1963. Donna grew up in Revelstoke, BC where she excelled at being an outdoors girl. She loved swimming, running and climbing, and became the man of the house following the death of her father in an accident on the CPR in 1928. She never tired of returning to Revelstoke, taking in the wonderful view of Mount Begbie and cruising down Mackenzie Avenue. On our last visit we were invited into the original family home on 8th Street and were able to step back in time for a short while, a real treat. The family moved to London in 1935 where Donna finished her schooling and began her working career first at Bennett and Fountain Electrical and then as a clerk in the British War Office. Later she enlisted in the Canadian Army. A number of close calls during the bombing of London never left Mum’s memory, and she was always grateful that the entire family survived their time in London. Donna was also happy to have had the opportunity to serve her country. Returning to Canada in 1945, the family moved to Vancouver where Donna met the love of her life, Bob. They married in 1946 and settled in Kitsilano, where they raised their three children. Mum loved her two sons and daughter and enjoyed every minute of their childhood. Picnics to the beaches of Jericho and Spanish Banks, stopping at Austin’s Doughnuts along the way; the PNE, long walks to Kits Beach, helping the boys with their early morning paper routes and encouraging her daughter to dance. Mum was the best. It is fortunate Mum’s final working position was at the Registrar’s Office at the University of British Columbia. She was there only a short time when widowed, and had the responsibility to finish raising her children on her own. Mum worked hard to always provide a warm and loving home where our friends were always welcome. She retired in 1984 after twenty-two years at UBC and very much enjoyed her leisure time, taking part in many activities. Mum always had the most wonderful sense of humor and liked nothing more that to sit at the fireplace with a glass of wine and enjoy the conversation. She was a wonderful cook and baker whose pot roasts and mince tarts were known to be some of the best, primarily due to a generous dram of Grand Mariner. She had a great love of books and a special passion for animals; from her Irish Wolf Hound, Lobo, in Revelstoke, to her tabby, Sage in Qualicum. They all received exceptional, loving care. The final move to Qualicum Beach came in 1995. She loved being near the beach and lived once again in a small community of friendly people. Due to health issues Mum moved into Eagle Park one year ago. She made a number of friends there and most importantly gained the love and admiration of her caregivers. We want to extend our deepest appreciation to the staff at Eagle Park who provided a loving, caring home for Mum in her time of greatest need. Mum leaves her three children Bob, Bruce (Ginny), Jan (Harry), her two grandchildren, Andrew (Chloe) and Kirsten, and three great granddaughters, Ocean, Leeluu and Simone, as well as many extended family members. Thanks to everyone for their kind words and touching memories of Mum. A memorial service for family and friends will be held in the Spring. Forever in our Hearts.
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The time has come for me to say farewell to family and friends, and move on to exciting adventures in heaven.
Close friend Ernie (Sherry) remember the good times. Thanks to my sisters; Dori, Cherie, Toni (Warren) for always being loving and supportive. To my son John (Kim) thanks for being my best friend from the beginning and having the talent to make me a proud and grateful Dad. To my girls; April (Matt) and Tricia, thanks for all the love and laughter, be happy. Dustan (Meghan) stay wise, stay strong, get to know Jesus, have a good life. To my wife’s family, you are admired for your faith and knowledge of the Word. To our Nicole (Chris) you’ve made me proud, keep shining for Jesus. To my 24 grandkids and 6 great grandbabies (one on the way), stay on the straight and narrow, keep a sense of humour, make your folks proud. To my “bestest friend and devoted wife, Luci, you’ve been my anchor in this downhill spiral—you have stayed true to the end, I never doubted you would. I’ll be watching over you all and expect to see each one of you follow me to glory. John Thornborough: April 11, 1947, stepped into heaven January 11, 2013. Cremation has taken place and there will be a joyful gathering of celebration on April 20, 2013, 2:00pm at Nile Creek by the Sea. Julia Hetu will be sharing the Word. “Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine Oh, What a foretaste of glory divine. Heir of salvation, purchase of God Born of His Spirit, washed in His blood.� Paul and Beverley Walkey at Qualicum Beach Funeral Centre are in charge of arrangements.
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Betty Millar Stewart passed, peacefully in her sleep, at Arrowsmith Lodge January 5th, 2013. Betty is survived by her sister Hazel, her two children Bryden (Marlene) and Marea (Adam), eight grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Betty was predeceased by her loving husband Ernest Charles, brother William and sisters; Janet, Zandra and Ria. Betty was born and raised in Merritt B.C. Betty obtained her teaching certificate and started her teaching career in Copper Mountain, B.C. She and Ernie moved to Victoria when Ernie returned from WW II. Betty and Ernie started their family in Victoria. In 1952 Betty returned to teaching at Gordon Head Elementary, then Oaklands Elementary before moving to Oak Bay Junior High, where she retired in 1982. Betty enjoyed her teaching career and will be remembered by the many students she successfully took to the Victoria Dance Festivals. There will be no service by request. The family wishes to thank Dr. Carey Sulz and the staff at Arrowsmith Lodge for the loving and compassionate care they provided. In lieu of cards or flowers, donations to the Arrowsmith HealthCare Foundation Society of Parksville, B.C. (266 Moilliet Street, Parksville, B.C. V9P 1M9) would be appreciated by the family.
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FULL CIRCLE SERVICES New Year’s Special Interior Painting - 10% off WCB Insured Local References Call Bob @ 250-468-7509 or 250-228-2895 OLEG KACHMAZOV Painting (inside & out), power washing, yard clean up, stacking/chopping ďŹ re wood & odd jobs. 250-947-5970 POIRIER PAINTING, Residential / Commercial / Vinyl Siding / Driveway Power Washing/ Driveway Sealing. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, Free Estimates. Call Dan 250-240-3528. WCB
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GARAGE SALES BIG DEAL: Sat, Jan 19, 8am-2pm 310 Fourneau Way, Parksville. Inside. Good Prices. Worth the drive! Contents from 20’x20’ unclaimed Storage Unit: Most items are new (not used) ďŹ replace/heater, dressers, night stands, kitchen table, ottoman, twin bed, 3/4 vintage bed, tiffany style lamps/shaded, patio chairs, umbrella, airbrush set, sea grass baskets, coat rack, water pik, massager, electronics, dirt devil, coolers, ornaments, movie posters, art work, crystal vases/bowls/glasses, paperweights, clock, wallets, gloves, beauty items, kitchen & ofďŹ ce items, dish sets, towels, bedding, cushions, luggage, thermos, fryer, kettle, Ukrainian eggs, fans, CD’s, books, skis, rotary tool, crab traps, tools. AND LOTS MORE!! Directions: Up CorďŹ eld, left on Butler, left on Fourneau. BRADLEY CENTRE, 975 Shearme Rd., Coombs. Jan. 20th., 2013, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
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QUALICUM- 1 BDRM apartments, $475. NS/NP. Please phone 250-248-4656. QUALICUM. 2-BDRM Coach house apt. Balcony, carport, 4 appl’s. View of golf course, private. $750./mo. Avail. in Feb. Call Maria. 250-752-1855.
COTTAGES ERRINGTON, 1000 sq ft cabin for rent Must like horses $600/mo. 250-248-1156 HILLIERS, 1 bdrm, quiet, rural country setting on acreage, furnished or not, F/P,Deck, WiFi, minutes to Q.B., Miles of walking trails. $650 p/m, Call 250-738-0466
MOBILE HOMES & PADS 3 BDRM Mobile, rural living 2 mins from Parksville. Ref’s req’d. $750 mo. Avail now. Call Kathy 250-951-9886. HILLIERS- 2 bdrm, 1 bath, cln, carport/deck, new appls, mtn view. $800+utils, LT. No dogs. Pics padmapper.com Refs. Storage. 250-752-0777.
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AVAIL NOW - Newer mobile on acreage (not in park). 2 bdrms, small addition, covered porch. Beautiful mountain view, 5 appls. NP/NS. Refs req’d. $850. (250)752-3425. COOMBS: 1000 sq ft character home freshly reno’d, downtown Coombs, 2 bdrm+ den, 1 bath, F/S, W/D, wood stove & electric heat, pet? $1000. Avail. now. N/S, ref’s req’d. Call (250)752-6174. ERRINGTON 2600 sq ft, 2 storey, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, lrg rec rm. f/s, w/d, n/p. $1300 + util. Avail Feb 1. 250-248-3386 ERRINGTON, 3 bdrm Duplex, 2 baths, 3 private decks, sauna, elec wood heat, $1100 mo, avail March. 1. (250)724-5537. NANOOSE BAY- 3047 Matthew Rd., 3 bdrm, 2 bath, on acreage, 15 min to Parksville, 10 min from Nanaimo, bright, 5 appls. $1300. View now & avail Feb. 1. (250)468-1480. PARKSVILLE- 3 BDRMS, 2 bath Rancher, 5 appls, woodstove, garage, fenced backyard, near Winchelsea Elem. NS/NP. $1300 + utils. Refs req’d. Call (250)752-9807. PARKSVILLE (171 CorďŹ eld)2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, close to beach & shopping. N/S. $1100 mo + utils. Avail Jan 1. 250-757-9696, 250-927-0818. PARKSVILLE, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, w/d, f/s, pets ok. $1000 p/mo + utils. Avail. Dec 1. 250-5864337 PARKSVILLE. 3-BDRM, 2 bath on main oor of house. Walk to town centre. Private patio. $1200. inclds hydro. Avail immed. (250)248-5540.
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Sports &Rec Official newspaper of the Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals
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VIJHL HOCKEY
All Star Classic exceeds expectations
A day of events culminates in a fast paced game between north and south divisions JAMES CL ARKE
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The VIJHL’s annual All-Star Classic came off without a hitch at Howie Meeker Arena in Parksville on Sunday and the 300-plus fans who attended were treated to an entertaining tribute to the league’s top players. “The event far exceeded our best hopes and expectations,” a tired but upbeat Oceanside Generals Jr. Hockey Club secretary Elizabeth Cudmore said after the game. “Everything ran on time, the fans had a great time, as did the players. The organization is very proud to have hosted such a marvellous event,” she said, adding “it was a wonderful day for the Generals, VIJHL and the Oceanside community.” The day started with the banquet at Parksville Community Centre which was emceed by Dave Graham with guest speaker Greg Batters, former NHLer and current VIJHL president. From there, the scene shifted to Oceanside Place. The All-Star Classic was kicked off with a colour guard and tribute to the area’s emergency personnel (some of whom were on call), and Jessica Kelly sang the national anthem. First up was the Prospects Game, a 9-6 shootout with Team South coming out on top.
The Skills Competition, Cudmore confirmed, “was outstanding.” Oceanside Generals’ speedster Michael Fretz, aka ‘Fretzky’, had himself a day, and started it off by winning fastest skater honours (one lap around the rink) with a blistering best time of 13.7 seconds. Teammate Cam McCarrick won the fan favourite style points award and the North won the Team competition 6-3. Two smiling young Oceanside Minor Hockey atom division players were also out on the ice — Kol Krastal represented the South and got to take a shot on Nanaimo Buccaneers’ goalie Cam Large in the skills competition, and Sam Jacobsen, with the North, went in on the Gens’ Kiefer Giroux. The All-Star game itself was a fast-paced contest with the North winning 4-1. The game got off to an exciting start when Fretz, who would take home game MVP honours, was hauled down on a partial breakaway 44 seconds in and scored on the ensuing penalty shot to stake Team North to the early 1-0 lead. GAME ON The Generals are in Victoria Thursday to face the VIJHL’s first place Cougars and return home Sunday to host the Kerry Park Islanders (2:30 p.m. puck drop).
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Red rocket Oceanside Generals’ forward Michael Fretz claimed the title of VIJHL’s fastest skater Sunday when he blasted around the rink in 13.7 seconds. Fretz would go on to score on a penalty shot 44 seconds into the All Star Game and earn Game MVP honours.
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Making noise and enjoying the All Star Classic with his pals Sunday was Oceanside Atom Rep player Sean Brendeland, 10.
From Oceanside Minor Baseball’s Mosquito division coordinator Andy MacDonald a reminder about the new winter ball program being offered for kids born in 2002 and 2003. According to MacDonald the programs consists of six evening sessions which will run Monday’s from 7-8 p.m. at Qualicum Beach Middle School beginning Jan. 28 and ending March 11 (there will not be a session on February 11 as this is a stat holiday). “We can accommodate a maximum number of 25 players,” said MacDonald, adding “winter ball provides instruction on proper throwing, catching, hitting mechanics and basic agility/exercise movements. We hope to incorporate a bit of game play as well.” Cost for winter ball is $26.25. Registration must be completed on-line prior to Jan. 28 through the OMB website (www.ballcharts.com/teams/index.php?team=Oceanside). In other news, OMB’s spring season will begin in the first week of April with player evaluations and through the website you’ll see that our registration for the spring season is also available now. — James Clarke
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VIJHL president Greg Batters (left) and Oceanide Minor Hockey’s Sam Jacobsen (celebrating after his shot on net during Sunday’s skills competition) both enjoyed the AllStar Classic.
VIJHL president proud of the league Former L.A. Kings draft pick Greg Batters in third season as head of Island league JAMES CL ARKE
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VIJHL president Greg Batters was in great spirits Sunday, pleased as punch (no pun intended) with the day’s events. This is Batters’ third season as head of the league. Born and raised in Victoria, Batters played his minor hockey with The Racquet Club and went on to play with the Hounds at Notre Dame College in Saskatchewan before returning to the Island. He played five seasons in the Western Hockey League — four with the old
Victoria Cougars (‘84-’85 through to ‘87’88), for whom he holds the single season record for penalty minutes, and one year with the Moose Jaw Warriors. Batters, who was chosen by the Los Angeles Kings in the 1987 NHL entry draft, also spent three seasons playing in Texas with the Knoxville Cherokees of the ECHL. According to one insider, the Cherokees renamed their penalty box “the Batters box” after Greg. Batters was also a standout lacrosse player back in the day and suited up with
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(but) there’s some pride on the line out there for sure,” he said. “The level of talent in this league continues to grow — you look at the caliber of some of these players, and it’s off the hook. I mean, there’s been, I think, 10 kids within the last two weeks that have been called up to junior A, that have earned a spot permanently in the B.C. Hockey League, so that’s outstanding. The fact that the BCHL is coming to us for players is great, and that’s the goal — that’s the purpose of the league.” In that vain, the Generals, he said, “are doing a great job.”
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Peewee B Reps 6-5 over Juan de Fuca Tier 3 Generals — currently fourth in the division — host Saanich Saturday afternoon Ethan Busch scored on the power play with just over six minutes remaining and Oceanside’s Peewee B Rep Generals carved out an exciting 6-5 exhibition win over the Juan de Fuca Grizzlies on home ice last Saturday. “Very good effort — they were pretty excited about winning,” Generals’ head coach Tony Seremba said after, pointing out “it was a real good team game,” that saw the locals come back after being down 4-3 at the midway ice-clean. Oceanside goalie Taylor Lee had a strong game and had to make a couple big stops in the dying seconds with the Grizzlies buzzing the net. “He made some big saves that kept us in the
game and helped us win.” Jose Hope led the offence with a hat tick, and Ethan Busch, James Schworan and Ashley Barner all added singles, while David Downey and Dawson Fife chipped in with two helpers each. “It’s a great group,” said their coach. “They’re learning lots, they’re lots of fun to coach and they listen well and work as a team.” Back at it Sunday for a leaguer against the Tri Port Eagles, the young Generals came up on the short end of a hard fought 5-4 final. The Tier 3 Generals are currently sitting fourth in the 6-team Division 4 made up of a mix of Tier 2 and Tier 3 teams. JAMES CLARKE PHOTO GAME ON: The Peewee B Generals are home Peewee B forward Jimmy Schworan gave the Grizzlies all they could hanon Saturday against Saanich for a 2:15 p.m. start. dle Saturday.
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After a couple of “kitchen jams” with t took moving from the city of To- friends, Genest said it dawned on her ronto to a remote cabin in Yukon that she could learn to play the music for Anne Louise Genest to discover herself, so she got a guitar and got to her musical side—and fans around work. She released a couple of solo albums with electric instruments and then Canada are glad she did. Genest, who moved to this area last started to “find her voice” as she steered year, is one quarter of her group called more towards acoustic sounds, traditionThe Annie Lou Band, a stringband with al country, old time music and bluegrass. “I was drawn to the idea of darkness two members in Toronto and one in Yubut with a happier sound,” she said, exkon. They will be performing at the Err- plaining that old time mountain music comes from people who played songs at ington Hall Saturday, Jan. 19 at 8 p.m. Genest’s first album as The Annie Lou the end of a tough working week, as a bit of an escape. She said Band (with a couple difI think I tapped into an ferent members than the exploratory part of myself her songs aren’t any one tradition of music, current group) received that was willing to and she likes the freenominations for a Juno take some more risks dom to focus on them and a Canadian Folk than I’d really been and then create her Music Award (CFMA). willing to take before. own style. Her latest album, GrandANNE LOUISE GENEST The Annie Lou ma’s Rules for Drinking, Band plays stringsnagged her nominations for two CFMA’s last year, as English Song- band-style-music, mostly original, using writer of the Year and Solo Artist of the a combination of the banjo, mandolin, acoustic guitar, fiddle and upright bass Year. It was the sense of freedom and ad- complete with beautiful harmonies. venture she felt upon moving to Yukon in Genest said she loves how bluegrass and 1989 that made Genest explore her mu- old time music is so community-based, sical side, she said. Previously she had and really appreciates the parking lot been living in Toronto with all the regular pickin’ that happens after festivals. “There’s something really lovely about amenities most Canadians have come to expect, when a friend moved to Yukon that, how it brings us all together, and and insisted she come see the place. It there’s less of a separation between performer and audience.” was love at first sight. The group will be stopping off in ErrGenest said she began to “get more to the essence of [herself]” in Yukon, living ington on the 19th during a tour through B.C. Get tickets for $20 at Cranky Dog without running water or electricity. “I think it tapped into an explorato- Music in Parksville, Heaven on Earth in ry part of myself that was willing to take Qualicum Beach and the Errington Store. some more risks than I’d really been will- Under 12’s are $5, and under 5’s are free at the door. ing to take before,” she said.
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Anne Louise Genest is playing with her group The Annie Lou Band at the Errington Hall this Saturday.
Coombs Country Opera welcomes musicians and music lovers Support the local 4H clubs, play some tunes, listen to music and enjoy some snacks at the Rodeo Grounds Coombs Country Opera takes place Friday, Jan. 18, and on the third Friday of every month until May. The event takes place at 7 p.m. at the Coombs Rodeo Grounds Hall, put on by the Coombs Community Organization. This country jam is a chance for locals to come to-
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Writing Workshop Two handwriting analysis workshops are happening in Qualicum Beach, Saturday, Jan. 19 and Jan. 26. Graphologist Victoria Fabling will give an overview of what writing can reveal and how to tweak it to express people’s authentic and often more powerful selves. The workshops are $25 each including a journal. Call 250-927-1892 to reserve and get more information. — NEWS Staff
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MORE THAN MUSIC: Celso Machado during a very entertaining performance at the Errington Hall Saturday. The master guitar player impressed the crowd with his incredibly fast finger work and original music. Machado is also a multi instrumentalist and had the crowd in hysterics as he recreated sounds of fixing his car and birds in the forest using a number of instruments. Machado is based in Gibsons, B.C.
Reading daily is very important to a child's development, and can greatly improve literacy skills. The Parksville Library is celebrating Family Literacy Day to raise awareness of the importance of reading everyday, even if it's just for 15 minutes. Complete various family friendly literacy-related activities to gain points towards winning a book prize. Drop by on Saturday, Jan. 26 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. for some family fun, free of cost! For more information, contact Melissa Legacy by e-mail at parksville@virl.bc.ca, or by telephone at 250-248-3841. — NEWS Staff
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After 10 years of putting on Robbie Burns Suppers, the Beaton Family and local band Celtic Chaos have decided to retire from hosting the event at the Qualicum Beach Community Centre. “Ten felt like a nice number,” said Joyce Beaton, “we thought it’s a good time to say, ‘there you go, lets move on to new things.’” Beaton said they started hosting the public event in 2003 to raise money for the BC Cancer Foundation, after her father passed away from a brain tumor. She and her family had been holding Burns’ suppers at their home for years, and they thought this would be a good way to raise some funds, she said, and honour her father. Many people volunteered their time and talents to helping the cause, feeding and entertaining 150 to 160 people, and every show was sold out. But organizing the event became a little overwhelming, Beaton said, and for the past two years they have had it catered instead of having volunteers cook all the food. “You start to wear (out) your volunteers,” Beaton said, “and like many things people think it’s a great idea, and they are willing to buy a ticket, but that doesn’t mean they’re going to commit months of time and organization to help setting it up.” Over the last 10 years the Beaton’s and their team have raised $59,371, of which three quarters went to the BC Cancer Foundation and one quarter went to the local Abreast of Life Dragonboat Team. The Beaton’s and Celtic Chaos will continue to perform at a number of locations around the area including Fairwinds Golf Club Jan. 25 and the Rocking Horse Pub in Nanoose Bay Jan. 26 and the Vault in Nanaimo on Jan. 27. All the events will include a traditional ceremony, toasts, live music (which normally leads to Ceilidh dancing), poetry and haggis — a Scottish delicacy containing sheep's heart, liver and lungs, traditionally simmered in the animals stomach. For more information on these events email Dave at dbarta@shaw.ca or Joyce at jbeaton@shaw.ca.
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A Scottish-flavoured night of live music, song and dance will take place at the Qualicum Legion on Tuesday as the only official Burn’s club on the Island holds their annual Robbie Burn’s Supper. The event is held by The Nanaimo and Oceanside Burns Club, a member of the Robert Burns’ World Federation, first formed in 1986. The majority of the members now reside in Oceanside and they welcome newcomers. The event will feature live music by Victoria’s Mary Ross and local performer Janette Polson. There will be traditional food, including haggis and all the trimmings, customary toasts and céilidh dancing. The event takes place Jan. 22 at 5 p.m. Tickets are $35 including the dinner and dance. For tickets and more information call Bob at 250-752-3287. —Submitted by Bob Adam
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The Parksville Legion is holding its annual Robbie Night Supper this Saturday, Jan. 19. Dinner will feature all the traditional fixings including haggis and entertainment will include a pipe band and highland dancers. The event starts at 6 p.m. and tickets are $28, available from the Legion bar. For more information call the Legion at 250248-6842. The Qualicum Beach Legion will host their Robbie Burns Night Saturday, Jan. 26 but the event has been sold out. — NEWS Staff
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#132–635 BLENKIN AVENUE, PARKSVILLE
• 1500+ sq.ft. townhome w/ dbl garage; new roof, centrally located; adult-orient • Liv/din areas, high ceilings, bay win & natural gas fp; Mas bd has 3 pce ens & w-in closet • Kit is light & bright w/ shared fam rm & sliders out to cov sw patio & fenced back garden • Sec complex w/ both in house sec sys & cont sec gates to com; pets w/ res; 55+ complex
752 CHESTNUT STREET, QUALICUM BEACH
• 2 bd + office QB rancher, location, location w/in walking dist to beach & all town amenities • Immaculate updated and upgraded home on quiet street with beautiful gardens • Recent renos incl efficient hot water on demand & in floor heating system, new hdwd floor • You have to view this home to fully appreciate the opulent ambience of this beautiful home
$229,900
935 MCFEELY DRIVE, QUALICUM BEACH
• 2786sq.ft., 3bd/3ba, ½ acre walk-on waterfront “luxury beach house” • Great room, vaulted ceilings, hw flooring, natural gas fp, large windows • Detached 220 amp double garage/shop with heated floors & attached double garage • Zoned irrigation system, aggregate patios, RV parking, privacy side fences
$489,900
505-265 MILLS STREET, PARKSVILLE
• Special retirement community conv loc in a quiet residential area • Light & bright 2 bd/2ba home has vaulted ceilings & large windows • Secure bldg w/central communal recreation, laundry & dining area • On site homemaker prov weekly hsekeeping serv & an opt din prog
$990,000
572 SANDLEWOOD DRIVE, PARKSVILLE
• Brand new, 4 bed/3 bath Island Dream Builders home, b/I sound sys • Vaulted ceilings, feature gas fp, hwd fl, maple cab & granite counters • Lge mbd w/walk-in has sep tub/shower & heated tile fl in 5 pce ens • Lower lvl has 2 bd, wine cellar, med rm w/gas fp & r-in wet bar
$459,000
$199,900
685 WOODBURN STREET, PARKSVILLE
•1844 sq.ft rancher with large recreation room •Extensive RV parking & detached small car garage •Wonderful west facing garden w/sunroom extension at rear •Great location at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, close to amenities
Visit our website at www.sandifordhomes.com for further details, www.sandifordhomes.com additional pictures, and virtual tours of these and other properties
$349,000
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• Stylish 2761 sqft 3 bed/2 bath multi-level w/large garage/boathouse
• Clean, tidy, and pretty as a picture! Well designed 1359 sqft rancher
• Maple hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, kitchen w/nook, FP, den
• Large wrap-around deck, sweeping views over lush green fairways
• High ceiling vaults, skylites, interior balconies, architectural features
• 2 spacious beds, bright & open, easy-care floor plan, many upgrades
• Spacious family rm, lrg master suite w/WI closet, jetted soaker tub
• Exceptional quality, gourmet kitchen, finished 3 bedrm lower level
• 2 gas FP’s, eat-in island kitchen, dining rm w/ doors to patio/garden
• Large living/dining room w/vaulted ceiling & gas fireplace, office/den
• 2.5 acre, fully finished basement, RV parking, quiet country setting
• Storage, private landscaped .45 acre, private path to the golf course
• .62 acre, minutes to French Creek Marina, beaches, and shopping
• 11 acre, covered patio, fenced, oversize single garage w/ workbench
Minutes to Town
$579,000
MAPLE GLEN RANCHER
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• Delightful 2789 sqft 5 bed/3 bath 2 storey family home on .16 acre
• 2068 sqft 4 bed/2 bath rancher w/shop/garage on 2.5 private acres
• Choose from 8 exclusive building lots in a new first-class subdivision
• Living/Dining Room w/ large bay window, Family Room w/nat gas FP
• Large deck, fenced, south exposure, & tranquil forested backdrop
• Gorgeous hardwood flooring, gas FP with built-in display cabinetry
• Building schemes in place, community park with walking trails/ponds
• Kitchen w/ oak cabinetry, new countertops, engineered wood flooring
Open House 178 Hamilton Ave, Parksville
• Kitchen w/maple cabinetry, skylight, eating bar, large walk-in pantry
• Underground services, hydro and natural gas to lot line are in place
• .15 acre, patio, garden areas, close to walking trails and all amenities
Sunday, January 20 • 12:00-2:00pm Hosted By Mary-Ann Kennedy
• Spacious deck, hot tub, 23 X 28’ detached shop wired for 220 amp
• A short drive to Parksville amenities, the beach, golf, and the marina
Everything is Here!
$296,000
Close to Town Center
$399,900
Parksville Acreage
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840 Allsbrook Road, Parksville $429,000 • 6.1 acre ocean view property with C3 and A1 Zoning • 1700 sqft 3 bedroom 3 bathroom home • Two car carport and wired detached workshop
863 Royal Dornoch Dr, Qualicum Beach
$569,000
• Fully Self Contained In-Law Suite • Three natural gas fireplaces & Heat pump • 3188 sq. ft. 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home • Hardwood & tile floors & 5’4” crawlspace
1628 Lewis Lane, Little Qualicum River Village $549,000 • Located on 3 legal lots • One of a kind master bedroom/ensuite • Designer home with natural wood/stone finishings
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814 Terrien Way, Walk to Rathtrevor Beach $494,000 • 3000 sq.ft. home including 600 sq. ft. one bedroom in-law suite • San Pariel .41 acre very private property • Detached wired studio/workshop
West Coast Building Lots From $79,000 • Beautiful estate sized building lots (2) • All in ground services – centrally located • B&B allowed
#407-255 Hirst Avenue, Parksville $209,000 • Central Parksville location • Recently completed renovated • 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms
Lot 68 Rupert Road, Qualicum Beach $799,000 • 35.5 acre property • Great private acreage • 2 minutes to downtown Qualicum Beach
#206-130 Sunningdale Rd, Qualicum Beach $139,000
#15-3920 Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach $82,900
• Walk to Qualicum Village Center or waterfront in minutes • 50+ complex with dog or cat allowed • Well managed and maintained (new roof in 2010)
• Professionally updated, new kitchen and bath, flooring and windows • Forced air furnace recently replaced, 10x8 detached workshop • No age restriction and small pet allowed with permission
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PARKSVILLE RANCHER $299,900 !
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• 3383 sq. ft., 3 bed / 3 bath • Light & bright great room design • New hardwood floors
MLS# 347357
COLUMBIA BEACH $264,900
Personal Real Estate Corporation
in the business for 20 years, or more, and are well established. Some REALTORS® specialize in a particular community or property type, such as townhouses or commercial properties. It’s a good idea to meet with and interview several REALTORS®. You’ll learn about how they do business, whether their personality is a good fit, and whether you have confidence in their ability to do the best job, for you.
• 1652 sq. ft. rancher, 3 bed / 2 bath • Separate living and family rooms • RV parking
MLS# 347705
GREAT STARTER HOME $129,900
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• 1489 sq. ft. rancher • 3 bed / 2 bath, plus den • HUGE 27’ X 24’ shop
MLS# 345094
WALK TO PARKSVILLE $209,900
lespockett@telus.net
• 896 sq. ft., 2 bed / 1 bath • .23 acre/ backing on to forest • Large south facing sundeck
MLS# 343998
AVARADO RESORT $55,900
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STARTER OR INVESTMENT $219,900
Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty
• Fully serviced RV lot • Use of waterfront clubhouse • Short stroll to the beach
MLS# 347083
WALK ON WATERFRONT $439,900
Independently Owned & Operated
679 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC
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• 984 sq. ft., 2 bed / 2 bath • 4 year old, .21 acre mountain view home
• 1344 sq. ft. on .47 acre • 3 bed / 2 bath • Deep Bay waterfront property
MLS# 345976
Tracy
MLS# 344082
Using the professional services of a REALTOR® is a smart business decision. Real estate transactions may be among the largest investment decisions you make. It’s important to find the right REALTOR® to work with. There are 1000+ REALTORS® working north of the Malahat. Some are fresh new REALTORS®, looking to build a career and eager for clients. Others have been
EXECUTIVE PATIO HOME
Before you enlist the help of a REALTOR®, you should have a clear set of objectives in mind. Be honest and open in discussing your financial situation and, if you’re buying, carefully review the features you absolutely must have in a home, versus those features you’d merely like to have. Where to begin the search? Ask friends and colleagues for referrals. Check out REALTOR® websites. See who is actively listing similar properties. Visit a local real estate office, tell them what you’re looking for, and let them help match you with a REALTOR®. Whomever you choose, be assured that REALTORS® abide by a Code of Ethics demanding high standards of professional conduct to protect the interests of their clients. This article was prepared by the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board“An Association of Realtors”, for the information and benefit of consumers.
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#29 - 5300 GAINSBERG ROAD
319,900
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• Executive 2 bdrm & den patio home • 9’ ceilings*warm mahogany floors • Maple kitchen w/pantry & breakfast bar • Open floor plan and covered patio • Master w/walk in closet & deluxe ensuite • Quiet tranquil setting close to beach
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21-650 HOYLAKE RD W, QUALICUM BEACH
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• Nicely updated 2 bdrm, 2 bath patio home • New kitchen boasts Alder cabinets • Tasteful décor and laminate flooring • Private sunny backyard w/water feature • Close to nature trails and the village!
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#16 - 460 SCHLEY PLACE
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• Lovely totally remodeled 2 bdrm patio home • New kitchen with island & pantry • Main bath features a large walk-in spa shower & ensuite w/soaker tub • New vinyl windows & window coverings • Garage has been renovated with drywall, work bench and shaker storage cabinets
CAREFREE LIFESTYLE
406-264 MCVICKER STREET • 1 bdrm and 1 bathroom unit • Easy care laminate/open floor plan • Affordable homemaking fee • Optional dinner plan available • Walking distance to shopping
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Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions many people will ever make in their lives. In addition to using the services of a REALTORÂŽ, there are a few questions you can ask yourself to help guide you through the process. Is Home Ownership Right for You? One of the biggest reasons people want to buy is to build equity in their own home, rather than continue to pay rent. However, being a homeowner and being a renter are two very different things. Are you ready to take on the responsibility of all the costs involved in homeownership, including mortgage payments, repairs, and maintenance? Do you have a down payment, or the ability to get one? Can you afford to buy? Media reports on the cost of housing sometimes make it
OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, JAN. 19 • 1-4 PM
900 Qualicum Road, Qualicum Beach
$549,900
• Private 4.99 acres with updated rancher • Minutes to all amenities • Seller will consider a trade
Hosted by
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1-888-954-4433
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seem like home ownership is impossible for many people. What these reports never mention is there is a wide variety and range of homes on the market. A REALTORŽ can help you find a home that fits your needs and budget. And with today’s low interest rates all it takes is some careful planning to make homeownership affordable and possible. What do you want to buy? When buying a home, you want to make sure it meets your actually needs. Size, location, and lifestyle are the most important things to consider. Then there are special features (like storage space or energy savings) and whether or not to buy new or used. Share this information with your REALTORŽ. See the Dream Home Checklist for more information. Should I Use a REALTORŽ? A REALTORŽ is a licensed real estate professional with the resources and experience to help you buy your home. There are many ways to find a REALTORŽ: drive through neighbourhoods that interest you and jot down names, go to open houses, look at advertising, ask friends and family if they have worked with a REALTORŽ they like. Interview two or three and pick the one you like best. Click here to find a REALTORŽ or to learn more about Why Should I Use a REALTORŽ? This article was prepared by the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board“An Association of Realtors�, for the information and benefit of consumers.
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250-248-8371 lillianjewer@gmail.com
231 Mistaken Road, Qualicum Beach
HUNDREDS OF HOME LISTINGS EACH WEEK.
$362,500
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219 Sunningdale Road E., Qualicum Beach $639,000
• Perfect blend of town and country • 1564 sf rancher; 3 beds plus den/2 baths • Custom designed kitchen, stainless steel • Contemporary colours, moldings, hardwood žoors
• Half acre quiet, private lot in town near beach • Fully renovate 3550 sf, 3+ beds/3 baths, theatre room • Luxurious wood accents; huge sun-drenched decks • 1 bed + den suite rents for $850/month
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199,900
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Qualicum Beach
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office 250-821-0067 www.sandifordhomes.com info@sandifordhomes.com
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Address .....................Map Ref... Price............... Date............ Time..................Realtor/Office 297 Hirst Ave., Parksville ............................ S8 .......... $280,900 .........................Friday .................... 12:30-2pm ..............Jolene Aarbo & Chris Evans, Sutton 722 Doehle Ave., Parksville ........................ Q6 ..........$349,000 .......................Saturday ......................2-4pm ............. Amy Hadikin & Don Ballard, Sotheby’s #505-265 Mills St., Parksville ...................... T8 .......... $199,900 .......................Saturday ......................2-4pm ............ John & Teresa Sandiford, Royal LePage 572 Sandlewood Dr., Parksville ................... R9 .......... $459,000 .......................Saturday ......................2-4pm ............ John & Teresa Sandiford, Royal LePage
MLS# 338927
505-265 Mills Street, Parksville
1026 Sabine Rd., Parksville ........................ V7 .......... $329,900 .......................Saturday ......................1-3pm .................................Ken Caley, Royal LePage
Hosted by John & Teresa Sandiford
900 Qualicum Rd., Qualicum Beach ............. H8 .......... $549,900 .......................Saturday ......................1-4pm ................................. Lorraine Petersen, Coast office 250-821-0067 www.sandifordhomes.com info@sandifordhomes.com
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OPEN HOUSE
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421 Rosewood Close, Parksville .................. R9 .......... $439,900 .......................Saturday ......................1-3pm ............................ Clinton Miller, Royal LePage 724 Chartwell Blvd., Qualicum Beach ........... K7 .......... $325,000 .......................Saturday ......................1-3pm ............................... Diane Kellas, Remax First #3-399 Wembley Rd., Parksville.................. Q6 ..........$317,500 .......................Saturday ................ 12:3--2:30pm ................................... Lillian Jewer, Coast 231 Mistaken Rd., Qualicum Beach...............................$362,500 .......................Saturday ......................2-4pm ....................................Joanne Ferreiro, Coast #503-265 Mills St., Parksville ...................... T8 .......... $194,900 .......................Saturday ..................... 1-3 pm...........................Karen Roberts, Royal LePage
MLS# 345940
572 Sandlewood Drive, Parksville Hosted by John & Teresa Sandiford
OPEN HOUSE Saturday, Jan. 19 • 1-3pm 421 Rosewood Close, Parksville
607 Morningstar Dr., French Creek ............... O4 ..........$549,000 .......................Saturday ..................... 2-4 pm............................. Tom Whitfield, Remax First
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Emerald Estates - 2 Bed / 2 Bath
$329,900 • Near New Luxury Home! No HST • Custom 1,733 sqft. 3 bed, 2 bath Rancher
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Now Only $194,900 Updated 2 bed/2 bathroom patio home in much loved complex. Independent living for seniors with optional dining program! Best price in complex-$194,900! Open House Sat. 1-3 @ #503-265 Mills Street, Karen Roberts 250-248-7612. Or call Karen Roberts 250-248-7612 to view
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• ¼ acre • New roof • Updated septic
679 Memorial Avenue, Qualicum Beach 250-228-6700 www.oceansidehomes.ca
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#163-730 Barclay Crescent S., French Creek
#213-750 Memorial Ave., Qualicum Beach ... F7 .......... $150,000 ........................Sunday .......................1-3pm ............................... Diane Kellas, Remax First #163-730 Barclay Cres., French Creek ......... O4 ..........$375,000 ........................Sunday .......................2-4pm ....................Ian Lindsay & Assoc., Remax First 821 Bluffs Dr., Qualicum Beach ....................................$749,000 ........................Sunday ...................... 2-4 pm............................. Tom Whitfield, Remax First 178 Hamilton Ave., Parksville...................... T11 ......... $399,900 ........................Sunday ......................12-2pm ..................Team Susan Forrest, Royal LePage
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330 Meadowview Place, Parksville ............... T9 .......... $329,000 ........................Sunday ....................1-3:30 pm ......................... Ken & Jolene Aarbo, Sutton
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724 CHARTWELL BLVD. QUALICUM BEACH
$325,000 • Spacious rancher 1790 sq. ft. with 3 bdrms & 2 ½ baths • Home needs TLC inside and outside, price reflects the work needed • Mountain view, lots of windows and bonus has excellent RV parking
Call Diane Kellas
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$150,000
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314 E.Island Hwy. Parksville • 248-8371
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607 Morningstar Dr., French Creek
821 Bluffs Dr, Qualicum Beach
• Must sell - Hawthorne Place Seniors Residence • Housekeeping weekly and dinner meal prepared daily • Close to all services in Qualicum Village
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OPEN HOUSE
• 3,328 sqft 0.27 ac • Ocean views • Craftsman/Cape Cod style
• 1,865 sqft 0.18 ac • 2 Bedrooms w/Ensuites + Den • Extra Features & Finishes
$749,000
$549,000 21-826 W. Island Hwy., Parksville Each Office Independently Owned and Operated.
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21-826 W. Island Hwy., Parksville Each Office Independently Owned and Operated.
email homes@tomwhitfield.ca web www.tomwhitfield.ca
Tom Whitfield cell 250•951•4882 toll free 1 888 243 1071
250-248-8371 coastrealty.com “See What Your House is Worth... No Cost, No Pressure, No Obligation” 314 East Island Highway, Parksville, BC V9P 2H1 Email: deadlydale@shaw.ca www.dalerumming.ca
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#1 REALTOR at RE/MAX Anchor Realty in 2009, 2010 & 2011
Tim
Peligren
Email: sales@timpeligren.com
Direct: 250-228-5558 4-1714 ALBERNI HWY
$29,900
14-1401 PRICE ROAD
OWNER MOTIVATED, IMMEDIATE POSSESSION, well cared for mobile, vaulted ceiling in kitchen & living rm, oak cabinets & skylight in kitchen, gas fireplace in the living rm, 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a 500 sqft, multi level, private deck, lovely, cared for park & pets allowed.
92 LIGHTHOUSE DRIVE
30-650 HOYLAKE ROAD
1647 Abbey Road $369,900
• Riverfront Recreational Properties • Zoned for a RV, Tent or Yurt • 0.21 acres to 0.53 acres
• 1680 sq. ft. main level entry home • 3 bdrms, 3 bthrms • Garage has clean epoxy finished floors • Home is wired for Generator back up • 0.70 acre fully fenced yard
1568 Pady Place $224,900+HST
• Immaculate & bright Grandon Creek patio home in Qualicum beach • 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, w/ensuite having W/I shower • Skylight in the kitchen, gas fireplace in the lvg rm, large windows • It’s many updates include porcelain flooring, blinds, light fixtures • New hardware in kitchen & bathrms, new backsplash in kitchen
3128 DOLPHIN DRIVE
532 HAMPSTEAD STREET
1070 Widgeon Place $448,000
• 1500 sq. ft. rancher 3 bdrms, 2 bthrms • Single car garage • Under Construction, New Home Warranty • 0.91 acre riverfront lot MLS # 329794
• 2090 sq.ft. • 3 bdrms, 3 bthrms • Rancher, fully fenced yard, many upgrades, RV parking
1695 Nahmint Road $489,900
1680 Peligren Place $298,000
1726 Settler Road $285,000
• 2930 sq. ft. mountain view home • 3 bdrms, 4 bthrms • Fully developed, unauthorized inlaw suite with sep. entrance, hydro meter & septic • Detached 28’ x 26’ work shop • 2.5 acre property
• Established vineyard, trout pond • Ocean & mountain views • Cleared & levelled building site • 36’x36’ shop already built • 3.18 acre MLS # 308194
• Great starter or weekend getaway home set amongst the trees • 1/4 acre lot with natural landscaping and lots of privacy. • Cozy one or possibly 2 bedroom home w/ 1 ½ bathrooms, new deck • Dining room w/woodstove & a large living room with built ins • Across street from a level pebble beach & close to golf course
• 1358 sq ft patio home on full crawl space w/2 large bdrms & 2 full bath • Features bright kitchen, family room, formal living rm and dining rm • Ocean breezes in private fenced back yard w/brick sun patio, covered deck & hot tub • Both forced air natural gas furnace & baseboard heat • Beautiful home in 55+ community close to shopping, marina golf & beaches
1744 SPIRIT WAY
1225 BUNKER PLACE
896 FAIRWAYS DRIVE
5545 ISLAND HIGHWAY
$449,700
MLS # 342422
$299,000
MLS # 337254
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MLS # 344855
$239,000
• Modular home with 2 spacious bedrooms & 4 piece bath with skylight on a ½ acre lot • Bright white kitchen w/skylight, large living rm w/vaulted ceiling • Newer roof, large deck, ocean view, detached 18x12 workshop, 16x10 storage shed and lovely landscaped yard
• Near new home on a ½ acre lot, open floor plan w/vaulted ceiling • Kitchen w/granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances • Pine custom floor throughout, slate flooring in entry & baths • California stucco throughout inside of home, cedar shake siding • Gas fireplace w/rock facing, jetted soaker tub, covered patio
• 960 sq. ft. rancher • .36 Acre • 2 bdrms, 1½ bthrms • Fenced level yard
1850 Taylor Walk $359,900 +HST
MLS # 334928
$338,000
1765 Cameron Crescent $275,900
MLS # 342475
• 1365 sq. ft. main level entry home • 3 bdrms, 2 bthrms • 0.31 acre riverfront lot
$245,000
Office: 250-248-2488
Recreational Lots starting at $45,000+HST $93,300
• “Non-age restricted” & pet friendly park • Close to Coombs and Parksville • Many upgrades: new flooring, vinyl windows, covered deck, baseboard heaters, counter tops, fixtures, hot water tank, curtains, plugs and plates, back stairs & some new wiring.
$189,000
124 Craig St, Parksville
• 1054 sq.ft. rancher • 3 bdrms, 1 bthrm • 2.5 acres, RV parking • Garden shed & greenhouse MLS # 343334
Find the property you have been searching for at: www.timpeligren.com
Great Location
$449,000
Enjoy the tranquility and peaceful setting on this level .57 acre lot. Very nicely located, this pastoral lot is in a quiet area yet has good access to both the highways. There is community water & hydro to the lot line, and it is partially fenced with just enough trees. Affordable and ready to build on, it’s just waiting for your imagination.
Quality built 3 bedroom, 2 bath 2,500 sqft home on .56 acres Well planned kitchen w/white cabinets, skylight, Jennair stovetop Large formal dining & lvg rm w/hardwood floors & gas fireplaces Master bedrm w/large W/I closet & ensuite w/shower & soaker tub 20’ x 10’ workshop, 10’ x 8’ storage shed, greenhouse & RV pkg
Lot 2 Kenmuir Road, Qualicum Bay
MLS® 348406
$499,000
Natural Beauty
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Immaculate 3200 sq ft 2 storey ocean view home Bright kitchen, formal dining & living room, 3bdrms Garage with 220 power, heat pump, security system Huge deck overlooking Eaglecrest Golf Course Bonus-lower one bdrm suite with laundry hookup
1375 WARD ROAD
$639,900
Imagine building your dream home on this lovely lot. In a quiet cul-desac, this .61 acre lot is level and in a quiet area. The park-like setting is partially cleared in the centre, you still have the option on just how many trees to leave standing. There is community water & hydo to the lot line, it’s easy to imagine living here - surrounded by the natural beauty.
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WALK ON WATERFRONT! With 100’ of water frontage Cozy 1645 sq. ft home has a spacious kitchen, large living room 3 spacious bedrooms, ensuite with Jacuzzi tub, large sunroom Also a 554 sq. ft. one bedrm cottage for a rental or extended family • It also comes with a boat launch & could come fully furnished
3131 SWALLOW CRESCENT
$649,000
MLS® 348397
Lot 1 Radke Place, Qualicum Bay
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5.86 beautiful acres with lovely fence pasture area 2 large homes, mobile home and carriage home Includes a 20’ x 22’ shop with large storage area There is also a 16’ x 16’ detached garage Great investment property or for extended family
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3000 sqft home on a .41 acre treed & private lot close to beach Spectacular ocean views it offers 3 bedrms, 3 bathrms, Formal living & dining rms, large kitchen w/eating area & pantry Spacious recreation rm. Wall to wall windows in lvg rm & dining rm Bonus is the 30’ x 20’ double detached garage & single garage
View on VIRTUAL TOUR: www.nancybolch.ca Recipient of Sales award for the TOP 100 REALTORS IN RE/MAX Western Canada
Arlene Sequoia REALTOR®
“Striving to deliver the best results to you. Always.” Look for me on Facebook: ARLENE SEQUOIA Call for your free no-obligation consultation office. 250-248-2488 cell. 250-927-3449 email. results@arlenesellshomes.ca
124 Craig Street, Parksville
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1085 CINNAMON SEDGE WAY • steel beams, concrete counters and resawn fir floors • 5300 sq. ft. of architectural magnificence • sep. one bed suite, 2.64 acres River’s Edge
$969,000
call kevin clayton
3776 MALLARD PLACE • • • •
Custom built ocean view home on ½ an acre 4 beds, 3 baths, private in-law suite Walk to ocean, close to Nanaimo & Parksville Massive garage for hobbies & vehicles
$779,800
Louise Roy
BEACH CLUB RESORT AND SPA
742 BRADBURY AVENUE
229D – foot print of 129D... one floor up – awesome views Quarter ownership for luxurious share
• Ocean side of highway • Three bedrooms two bathrooms • Family room overlooks back gardens • Workshop area, double garage, garden shed
$
119,000
www.jilltuggle.com for further info
Jill Tuggle
$299,000
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• Walking distance to downtown Qualicum • 2 bedroom / 2 bath • Ground floor, underground parking
Betsy/Fran $254,900
Dale Rumming
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• Open concept, 1056 sq. ft. • Extremely private back yard & deck • Carport, additional parking • Close to shopping & ocean. Pets ok, +55 park
$13,900 Down OAC + $445 pad fee You pay $772/mo. Dale Rumming
1759 ADMIRAL TRYON BLVD, FRENCH CREEK
188 MERIDIAN • 2 bedrooms & den • Open plan living • Walk to town
$350,000
Betsy/Fran
208-312 VILLAGE WAY
• Walk-on waterfront • Views East to French Creek • Nicely finished and landscaped • Beautiful rock sea wall and patio
• top floor, corner unit, nice open plan • 3 bedrooms or 2 plus den, gas fireplace • balcony, carport, easy walk to shops
$850,000
$169,900
John Barnum
call kevin clayton
900 QUALICUM ROAD, • Private 4.99 acres in Qualicum Beach • Updated 1700 square feet rancher • Close to shopping, fine restaurants and golf courses • Seller will consider a trade
$549,900 Lorraine Petersen
NE
SOLD
563 EAGLECREST DRIVE • • • •
Stunning 2,767 sqft. home 4 beds, 3 baths, 20 ft. ceilings Grand staircase, fire-lit living room Central kitchen, walk to beach
$649,000
Ian Mackay
977 HOLLYWOOD ROAD • • • •
Equestrian Ranch close to village 2,811 sqft, 4 beds, den & in-law suite Private 5 acres, fenced & cross fenced State of the art barn, riding ring
$769,900
Aaron Nicklen
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#3-1247 ARBUTUS RD 1907 BONITO CRESCENT
sq ft , 2 bed, 2 bath •• 1248 Unparalleled ocean & sunset views walk in & ensuite •• Huge 2,998master sqft, 3with beds, den/offi ce, 3 baths • Fireplace, large side deck, New shed • Totally renovated throughout • Walk to ocean & town; covered parking, 55+ • 800 sqft. deck, 18x45 sqft. workshop
$110,900 $749,000 Call Dale IanRumming Mackay
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1769 ADMIRAL TRYON BLVD.
McMILLAN STREET, PARKSVILLE
• Main level entry, 2116 sqft. • Many features, 3 beds, 3 baths • Sweeping views, beachfront patio
• Great holding property - 4 lots - zoned CD-19 • Court ordered sale, bring your offer • Uptown Parksvile, peek-a-boo view to beach • Congregate care, assisted living site
$659,000
$749,900
Adrianne Meyer
NE
1384 PILOT WAY, BEACHCOMBER
4652 W. ISLAND HWY • 3 bedroom rancher on crawlspace • nice updates, skylights, 2 baths • just under 5 acres, 2 homes allowed
• Older mobile needs TLC
$299,000 call kevin clayton
$169,500
• Great .20 acre lot in Beachcomber area • Close to beach, park and marina
871-895 MIDDLEGATE ROAD, ERRINGTON
Call Tom Dodds
#3-1247 ARBUTUS RD
728 NEWCASTLE
•riding Nicely 3 bedroom rancher ringrenovated and backing onto miles of riding trails, propertyfamily has it all. This acreage includes two •this 2 baths, room, sunroom well maintained homes, a 2186 sq ft rancher and a •1275 Wood oors,style skylights, sq ft fl chalet home. great location
This 5 acre parcel is ready for you. With a barn,
• 1248 sq ft , 2 bed, 2 bath • Huge master with walk in & ensuite • Fireplace, large side deck, New shed • Walk to ocean & town; covered parking, 55+
$319,000 $649,000
$99,000
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Call Dale Rumming
SOLD 612 NASSAU
2556 ANDOVER ROAD
• 2 bedroom rancher close to golf course • Backs onto green space • Walk to ocean
• • • •
$299,000
$598,000
Gary Neufeld
2,000 sqft, Fairwinds executive home Quality finishes, 200 sqft. slate patio Elegant & private yard, walk to beach 5 minute stroll to Recreation centre
1181 ROBERTON BLVD, MORNINGSTAR • Spacious 2047 sqft, 3 bed/3 bath deluxe rancher • Natural gas heat, fireplaces and BBQ outlet • Lovingly maintained inside and out • Huge private Backyard deck beautifully landscaped • Priced well below assessed value
$419,900
John Milroy
1.2 acre park like setting 4,200 sqft, 5 beds, 6 baths 1,000 sqft. shop, 400 sqft. loft apt. Perfect for B&B, steps to beach
$878,000
1151 BLIND BOGEY DRIVE
$349,000
Gary Neufeld
QUALICUM BEACH FLORIST
2011 SADDLE DRIVE, NANOOSE
• 20yr respected & solidly established floral business with secure 5yr lease renewed this yr • Website - Marketing - completely in place
• Rocking Horse Ranch subdivision • Build your dream home here • 5 acres with super barn for horses • Lots of riding trails nearby, walk to pub!
$
67,900
www.jilltuggle.com for further info
Jill Tuggle
$430,000
Betsy/Fran
17-2130 ERRINGTON ROAD
• 3 bed home on your own land • Fenced, perfect for kids & pets • New roof, HWT, energy eff furnace & more $7,995 Down OAC You pay $722/mo. Dale Rumming
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Modular home on its own land Court ordered sale 1275 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths 20x20 detached shop
$194,500 $969,000
Ian Mackay call kevin clayton
SOLD
1318 SATURNA DRIVE • • • •
1,656 sqft, 2 beds, 2 baths Galiano model rancher Private patio, southern exposure Close to beach, low strata fee
$429,900
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1085 CINNAMON SEDGE WAY #8-2100 ERRINGTON ROAD
2700 VAN ISLE ROAD • • • •
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Aaron Nicklen
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6663 ISLAND W HWY, BOWSER • 150 ft of walk-on oceanfront • 2200 sq ft 3 bed 2 bath home • Plus a rentable beach house
$654,900
Ralph Kretzschmar
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