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Direct non-stop flight service between Nanaimo to Calgary is now prepared for takeoff. WestJet has announced a new service operated by its Encore fleet of 78-passenger aircraft that will see daily flights leaving Nanaimo and Calgary effective June 24. “We are so tickled, we’re just delighted with the outcome,” said Nanaimo Airport CEO Mike Hooper. “The full team on both sides – Nanaimo Airport Commission team and WestJet team – have worked for a number of months on [this] project.” The service was announced Monday at YCD, where dozens of WestJet employees and management arrived via a Bombardier Q400 aircraft for a special ceremony and were welcomed by a large group which included airport staff and local politicians. Nanaimo was one of two B.C. destinations chosen out of more than 30 by WestJet for the launch of its new regional service. Starting June 24, regional service will also extend to Fort St. John, from Vancouver and Calgary. Encore’s Nanaimo/Calgary service will run once a day from each location, leaving Calgary at 11 a.m. (MST), arriving in Nanaimo at 11:43 a.m., and then departing Nanaimo at 12:30 p.m. (PST). Introductory one-way rates, including taxes, fees and charges, start at $127.81 from Nanaimo to Calgary, and $140.83 from Calgary to Nanaimo. WestJet plans to begin regional service with its two Canadian-built Bombardier Q400 NextGen turboprop aircraft, then add five more by the end of year. A total of 20 Q400s have been confirmed with the option of an additional 25 over the next six years. ◆ See ‘FLIGHTS’ /6
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The B.C. Liberals are hoping that a promise that won’t be realized for decades will earn the party another term leading the province. The gover nment’s throne speech, a list of promises and priorities that outline the coming year’s agenda, was presented Tuesday afternoon by Lt.-Gov. Judith Guichon. She announced a new B.C. Prosperity Fund that could accumulate more than $100 billion in revenue from liquified natural gas royalties for the province over the next three decades as the province prepares to sign potentially lucrative deals with Asian markets. According to the Liberals, LNG revenue would be enough to eliminate the province’s $56 billion debt and eliminate the need for a provincial sales tax. Debt servicing costs the province about $2.4 billion annually. LNG opportunities represent the potential of a $1-trillion boost to the province’s gross domestic product over 30 years while creating an estimated 70,000 long-term jobs if all LNG facilities reach full production, according to the throne speech.
The first LNG facility, located in Kitimat, won’t be operational for at least two years while five others in northern B.C. won’t be online for at least another seven years. Nanaimo NDP MLA Leonard Krog isn’t buying it. He said a single agenda that looks so far down the road doesn’t do anything for British Columbians today. “Even by the standard of throne speeches, which isn’t high, it didn’t pass the test,” said Krog. “There were a number of areas that weren’t addressed at all that I find particularly shocking. There wasn’t a word about justice and the attorney general’s ministry, nothing about crime or delays in the court or the crisis in legal aid. Forestry got a line and a half, the environment wasn’t mentioned, zip on tourism, nothing about ferries. These are things that concern my constituents.” While the throne speech sets the government’s agenda for the next year should it survive the May 14 election, next week’s budget announcement will be more detailed. It will also be closely scrutinized after the Liberals’ last budget before an election promised a deficit of $495 million. It turned out to be closer to $1.8 billion. This time around, the Liberals are promising a balanced budget after several consecutive years in the red. “I was on the treasury board for that budget and it was at a
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time when we hadn’t hit the bottom yet in a tough economic climate,” said Parksville-Qualicum Liberal MLA Ron Cantelon, who announced he won’t be running for re-election in May. “The numbers continued to skyrocket in the wrong direction and there was nothing we could do. We’re heading into this one with more certainty.” Cantelon added that while looking down the road for future prosperity, the Liberals have continued to fund programs and services important to people in the mid-Island region. “We’ve delivered a lot in Nanaimo in terms of seniors housing, the new emergency ward at NRGH after 10 years of nothing happening with the NDP, and the Oceanside Health Centre,” he said. “We’ll be able to sustain those services with a balanced budget and looking to the future, natural gas, with our Pacific Rim advantage, gives us a great opportunity ... and we’ll be
able to deliver natural gas right to their port cities.” The NDP is also onside with the future of natural gas exports, but Krog says the Liberals are painting too rosy of a picture. The B.C. Conservative Party, meanwhile, released its “alternative throne speech” earlier this week. It said, if elected, the Conservatives would cancel the carbon tax, which it says is unfair to farmers and ranchers, would endorse both the Northern Gateway and Transmountain pipelines, would invest in skills training and apprenticeships for young people, and would provide funding for various components of the province’s justice system. MLAs have been away from Victoria for nine months. The throne speech kicked off a 19-day stint in the legislature that will end in early March as politicians prepare for the upcoming election. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com
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Heightened security measures at three Nanaimo schools and the district administration centre have ended. After a week of placing private security guards at Cilaire Elementary School and Nanaimo District and Dover Bay secondary schools as well as district headquarters, the district’s threat assessment team, in conjunction with RCMP and other community partners, decided that as of Wednesday, the measures could be discontinued. The decision to ramp up security was made Feb. 5 – the day a district employee the threat
assessment team had some concerns about was released from jail. Police said the individual had spent about five weeks in custody after being charged with threatening police officers who were investigating allegations that he threatened other people involved with the district and he was sentenced to 18 months’ probation last week after pleading guilty to the charge. Donna Reimer, school district spokeswoman, said when the district received allegations about the individual, who is a teacher, in September, he was removed from his teaching duties at that point and the district is still investigating.
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The security remained in place Tuesday because the district, police and community agencies involved were unable to get updated information over the weekend and the groups determined at that time that the situation had settled down, she said. “From our work in threat assessment, we know there are some critical times you need to have heightened awareness and concern,” said Reimer. “Given the situation last week, with an individual being released from jail, returning to the community, and that we have an investigation ongoing, and given what we knew and the police knew, we just felt that we needed to be cautious and see how the situa-
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A nationwide contest aimed at making reading a national priority has put $1,000 worth of new children’s books into the local library system. The Vancouver Island Regional Library won the books after participating in the National Reading Campaign’s ‘What did you read today’ kids’ contest. “We are so pleased to be a winner and look forward to receiving these new books which we know our younger customers will enjoy,” said Fiona Anderson, director of library services. “Staff in our branches had a lot of fun displaying the kid’s activity sheets, tweeting titles to the National Reading Campaign, and talking with young people about the importance of reading and the joy it can bring to your life.” The contest, which ran Nov. 14 to Dec. 31, had kids in classrooms and public libraries across the country filling in colourful “What did you read today?” activity sheets which were displayed, photographed and tweeted to the National Reading Campaign’s Twitter page. The National Reading Campaign is a coalition of librarians, educators, booksellers, publishers, readers and writers. Since 2008, the National Reading Campaign has brought together people from every region of Canada who are concerned about Canada’s changing reading habits. Through summits, the development of a National Reading Plan, and many other efforts, the National Reading Campaign aims to make reading a national priority.
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Neck Point Park top spot for couples to get married ◆ From /1 When asked about romance in Nanaimo, one of the first things that comes to mind for residents is the city’s numerous waterfront views. Whether one prefers to admire the sunrise while walking along the waterfront walkway or contemplate the sunset over Mount Benson, the city provides a range of spectacular backdrops for lovers, said Mayor John Ruttan. “Nanaimo can be a very romantic place to be,” said Ruttan. “I think there’s a little something for everyone. It’s kind of an interesting accolade, but one I think is worth pursuing. If we do have a percentage of romantic people in Nanaimo, that can’t be all bad.” Neck Point Park is one picturesque spot that Ruttan and his wife of about 40 years, Dianne, like to go walking. He also points to the quaint Old City Quarter, various beaches and Bowen Park as some other places particularly suited to lighting the flames of passion. Marriage commissioner Lee Montgomery is witness to many of the more lovey-dovey goingson in the city.
Even though she’s performed numerous nuptial ceremonies, she still finds herself choking back tears sometimes as she watches residents finding unique and touching ways to say ‘I do.’ Neck Point Park and the outdoor amphitheatre in Bowen Park are the top two spots in Nanaimo couples choose to tie the knot, said Montgomery. Downtown Nanaimo is a beautiful setting for the sentimental at heart, said Corry Hostetter, general manager of the Downtown Nanaimo Business Improvement Association. “Anybody who comes here to visit raves about how beautiful the downtown is and how romantic it is,” she said. Her top three spots – a bench overlooking the waterfront in Maffeo Sutton Park, a table in the back of Modern Café and the display counter at Bastion Jewellers. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com
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Extras are needed for filming of a movie in Nanaimo in late March. A casting call happens this weekend for the movie Nautilus, filming in the Nanaimo area March 21-26. Casting directors are looking for men, women and children of all ages. They are specifically looking for people with military training or first responders. Potential extras must be comfortable to be clean shaven with a military haircut. They must also be Canadian residents, and all children under 17 years of age must be accompanied by a guardian to the casting call, plus while on set. More adults than children are required for the film. At the casting call, directors will take photos and ask people to fill out information sheets. Bring a pen and knowledge of measurements – height, weight, waist, chest and shoe size. The casting call runs Friday (Feb. 15), 5-9 p.m., and Saturday (Feb. 16), 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Coast Bastion Inn’s Benson ballroom. People unable to attend can still forward a picture, sizes and contact information to nautilus extras@gmail.com.
Hacker night aids creativity Calling all hackers. On Wednesday (Feb. 20), Innovation Island is hosting Hack Night from 6-9 p.m. Hack Night is a free monthly event for developers, designers, programmers and other techies who want to code and collaborate for a couple of hours after work. It’s an unstructured way to brainstorm and hack amongst peers. Participants are encouraged to bring their own project or work with someone else. Developers and enthusiasts of all experience levels and ages are welcome. The meeting kicks off with introductions, followed by sharing of projects and ideas – then the hacking starts. Hack Night happens every third Wednesday of the month. Doors open at 6 p.m. Space, food and beverages are provided. For more information, please visit www.innovationisland.ca.
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The importance of Nanaimo’s historic houses, buildings and neighbourhoods and the contributions they make to the general community will be highlighted next week as the city’s heritage organizations recognize National Heritage Week. B.C.’s version, titled Good Neighbours: Heritage Homes and Neighbourhoods, runs from Feb. 18-24. Chris Sholberg, Nanaimo’s heritage planner, said the city’s rich heritage background will be the focus of events during the week, all of which the general public are welcome to attend. “We’ve got a few neighbourhoods that are very special and we’ll be taking an example from each of them and talking a bit about them,” said Sholberg. “We’ll feature the Old City, but we’ll also talk about some south end residences, Newcastle Avenue residences and some in Harewood as well. They’re all special in their own ways and listed on our heritage
registry.” Nanaimo’s Heritage Commission is scheduled to host a heritage summit at the Nanaimo Museum from 7-9 p.m. on Feb. 13. to heighten community awareness on the value of heritage buildings in the community. The summit will consist of two parts, the first being a presentation on Nanaimo’s historic residences and neighbourhoods, while the second part will be devoted to a roundtable discussion allowing heritage groups to provide information about recent accomplishment and upcoming projects. “And what’s great about these historical buildings is people buy them because there is an interest or a passion for that history and from what I’ve noticed they’re willing to put a lot of resources into them as far as rehabilitating them goes,” added Sholberg. “That shared passion really helps strengthen the neighbourhood.” To help reveal hidden and untold stories about Nanaimo’s heritage homes, the Nanaimo Museum will also be hosting a presentation on historic homes and the interesting people who lived in them. Aimee Greenaway, the museum’s program and volunteer coordinator, said the stories
will take listeners back in time and remind listeners of the city’s roots and where we come from. “This year’s theme covers an aspect of history that many people in the community can relate to,” said Greenaway. “Many of the homes have a timeless appeal and remind us of how people lived in past generations. The presentations are a great opportunity for both longtime and new residents to learn about the history of the era.” The presentation includes archival and contemporary photos of several historic homes, focusing on the Old City neighbourhood. “Many of the heritage homes that we see every day while walking or driving by have incredible stories to tell,” added Greenaway. The museum’s presentation is scheduled for Feb. 19 from 1-2 p.m. and Feb. 21 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The cost is $5 per person and registration is required by phoning 250-753-1821. Nanaimo established its Community Heritage Registry in 2002 as a means to retain the city’s architectural past. Of the more than 160 sites, objects and structures on the registry, private residences make up 86 entries.
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Coroner investigating Bastion Street death A 45-year-old Nanaimo-area man died Friday after he fell from the Bastion Street bridge. The incident happened at about 10 p.m. when the man fell about 20 metres from the bridge which serves as an overpass above Terminal Avenue.
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Flights provide investment opportunities ◆ From /1 “The announcement of the first cities to be served by WestJet Encore is a historic moment for this new airline,” said Ferio Pugliese, vice-president of WestJet, in a news release. “We look forward to introducing our awardwinning guest experience to Canadians in smaller communities while connecting to our network of 85 destinations.” For Hooper, the announcement is the culmination of nearly a decade of hard work bringing in the infrastructure to land air carriers like Air Canada and WestJet. “It’s the reason we did the extra work to put in the longer runway and the highintensity lighting systems, the lead-in system, the instrument landing system and the enlarged terminal,” he said. Nanaimo Mayor John Ruttan called the announcement a ‘coming of age’ for the Harbour City. “Non-stop flights from Calgary to Nanaimo is something we’ve wanted and worked on for years,” he said. “Finally we have an airport that can and will accept longer distance flights.” In addition to providing better access to central Vancouver Island, the service will be invaluable to the increasing
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number of local residents currently working in Alberta, Ruttan said. “From an economic standpoint, it’s going to prove to be very valuable indeed. It’s a link that is going to pay off huge dividends, much like the WestJet service to Comox really opened up the Comox Valley.” Providing a direct link from Nanaimo to Calgary will not only bode well for the local business community, but provide opportunities for tourism and real estate as well, said Sasha Angus, CEO, Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation. “The ability for folks in Calgary to look at Nanaimo as a place where they can come for the weekend or have a second home or recreational
property becomes incredibly attractive,” he said. “We’re looking forward to June 24.” The NEDC is close to launching its strategic plan on tourism at the end of the month. One of the things it identifies, Angus said, is a way to increase accessibility between Alberta and Nanaimo. “Direct flights that way are real currency, where tourism is concerned,” he said. “We think it’s going to be a wonderful opportunity for our tourism operators.” Ruttan added that with another major air carrier on board at its airport, Nanaimo could see some spin-off benefits in the foreseeable future. “It may now be back on Air Canada to see what they want to do in the way of improved service or improved equipment to compete,” he said. “We’re optimistic that this will be a catalyst that will start some other activities at the airport and get better utilization for Nanaimo and area.” reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com
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As the deadline to approve its 2013-17 financial plan looms closer, the Regional District of Nanaimo continues to look for ways to alleviate the burden on taxpayers. During its committee of the whole meeting Tuesday, directors approved a staff recommendation to split the $877,000 grant-in-aid being provided to the Island Corridor Foundation, over a two-year period. Doing so would bring the overall tax rate increase for the regional district’s general services down to 5.8 per cent from 7.1. “It creates a much smaller impact in 2013,” said Wendy Idema, RDN director of financial services. In November, the regional district board approved a $945,000 request from the Island Corridor Foundation to establish passenger rail service on Vancouver Island via a one-time grant-in-aid. The money is part of a $3.2 million total pledged by five regional districts on the Island. In the RDN’s case, it is conditioned on the foundation providing a solid agreement with VIA Rail. Since that time, staff have worked with the foundation to determine if an alternative approach to providing the money could be found. Approximately $68,000 of that amount is being covered by Strategic Community Investment Funds, leaving staff to work the remaining $877,000 into the 2013 budget.
Under the recommendation, the RDN would provide the money to the foundation in two ‘packets’ distributed over two budget years, 2013 and 2014, in the amounts of $404,500 and $472,500, respectively. The 2014 amount would be paid out early in the year through reserves that would be replaced following the approval of the 2014 budget. During Tuesday night’s meeting, staff presented highlights of the 2013-17 financial plan. Operating revenues are projected to increase from nearly $80 million in 2013 to just under $90 million in 2017, while operating expenditures will increase to $81 million in 2017, from $73 million in 2013. Significant plan impacts over the next four years will include transit service expansions, regional and community parks acquisitions and maintenance, as well as $61 million for secondary treatment for southern community wastewater by 2018, and $32 million for expansion of the northern community wastewater plant. Staff anticipate that grant funding, reserves and development cost charges will help mitigate the impact. “You always hope for grant funding from the province or the federal government,” Idema said. The final version of the 2013 budget will be presented at the district’s next committee of the whole meeting on March 12. Budget summaries are available online at the district’s website. Please visit www.rdn.bc.ca and select the finances tab under ‘services.’ Residents can direct questions, concerns or suggestions via e-mail to corpsrv@rdn.bc.ca or by calling 250-390-4111. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com
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hosting future awareness building events. Stein said the group formed in September and there are about 75 members on the e-mail list. “We’re looking for volunteers and people who want to become more involved,” she said. On Feb. 24, the club is also hosting a screening of two Raincoast Conservation Foundation films – Reflections and Groundswell. The first documents the Art for an Oil Free Coast campaign and the second follows some world-famous surfers as they examine the Northern Gateway project. Brian Falconer, Raincoast’s marine operation program coordinator, will be on hand to answer questions about the Northern Gateway project and Kinder Morgan’s proposed pipeline expansion. For more information about these events, please go to www.sierraclub. bc.ca/nanaimo.
The transformation of the former Moorecroft Camp into Moorecroft Regional Park is continuing, with the latest feature being a split-rail fence to keep people on the trail as it meanders through an area of sensitive Garry Oak. The fence at Vespa Point was constructed by the Regional District of Nanaimo, with significant assistance from carpentry students at Ballenas Secondary School. As the students needed to measure angles and lines for this work, they also received math credits for the project. Byron Ayres, who teaches woodwork and construction at Ballenas, said the project included the 23 students in his Construction 11 class. They began the work under RDN supervision in early December, two half days a week. “It was great, a really good time,” he said. “The kids did a great job. We built the whole thing, all done by hand — digging the rocks and everything.” Wendy Marshall, the manager of parks for the RDN, said the need was identified as part of the management planning process. “It is getting more and more popular and we are getting more and more use,” Marshall said. “It was identified as a special area of interest because of the Garry Oak ecosystem . . . and there were a lot of young oaks along the side of the trails that we’ve closed off.” She said the picnic area and viewpoint are also within the Garry Oak ecosystem, but staff opted to continue allowing access because it is a special, scenic point. “Rather than closing off the whole area, we felt if we kept people to the trails we could preserve this lookout,” she said. The public response to the new fence has been mixed. “We did receive one letter about it,” Marshall said. “Staff that were down there received comments. We are going to put signage up there to say it’s a Garry Oak ecosystem and explain why it has to be preserved.” One person who is not happy about the new fence is Peter Hills, who has been walking in the park for years. “It has ruined the whole look of the park,” he said. “I have no problem with the park being protected. The manner of protecting it is the problem.” Hills said the structure is ugly and intrusive and he likened the now fenced-in path to a cattle pen. “They could have engaged the people and designed a more interesting and acceptable type of fence, with notifications on it about what they were doing and protecting to allow everyone to get involved in keeping the ecosystem correct and nice,” he said. “Instead they put in a big fence.”
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Carla Stein, left, and Rachelle Stein-Wotten, organizers with Sierra Club Nanaimo, invite people to help them fold 1,000 origami cranes in support of an oil-free coast and alternative energy options at an event held at the Painted Turtle Guesthouse Friday (Feb. 15). JENN MCGARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN
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What do pipelines and paper cranes have in common? They are both featured in an event taking place in downtown Nanaimo tomorrow (Feb. 15). As part of Spotlight Earth, the first provincewide festival combining education, arts, action and fundraising around the issues of oil sands, pipelines, tanker traffic and climate change, Sierra Club Nanaimo is hosting Phasing Out Pipelines – Folding in Clean Energy at the Painted Turtle Guesthouse on Bastion Street. The event, which begins at 7 p.m., features short videos about renewable energy projects already operating in Canada and people are invited to help the group fold 1,000 origami cranes in support of an oil-free coast and clean energy options for B.C. communities. “We’re borrowing from the Japanese tradition,” said organizer Carla Stein. “Folding a thousand cranes is a wish for health and wellness. We’re wishing for health and wellness for our communities here on Vancouver Island.”
Those who don’t want to fold a crane are invited to write a message on an already folded bird outlining their concerns about expansion of oil pipelines and increased tanker traffic on the coast. The cranes will be mounted on paintings of coastlines done by local artists and then presented to Nanaimo city council and the Regional District of Nanaimo along with the request that these local governments support clean energy solutions and oppose pipeline and supertanker expansion on B.C.’s coast. Spotlight Earth is a decentralized festival organized by Global Activators, a Vancouver-based environmental organization. Stein said individuals and organizations across the province are organizing events on Friday as part of Spotlight Earth. “The festival is hoping to highlight the issues about B.C.’s environment being at risk from pipelines and tankers and climate change,” she said. “Our continued dependence and reliance on fossil fuels is just adding to the dangers that are compounding climate change. We’re wanting people to become more educated and more aware that we now have a multitude of clean energy alternatives.” Sierra Club Nanaimo’s event is by donation with proceeds going toward
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WestJet plans are promising p g Years of hard work and perseverance has paid off for the Nanaimo Airport Commission with the news WestJet will be offering daily flights to Calgary beginning in June. From a longer runway and enlarged terminal, to high intensity lighting and an instrument landing system, the investment into Nanaimo Airport to attract a second air carrier to work alongside Air Canada has been a dream A SECOND long in the making. Taking the “If you build it, air carrier they will come” approach, in Nanaimo the airport commission – could pay big and its partners in the city dividends for and regional district – can see some light at the end all involved. of the tunnel. The opportunity has presented itself, and now the plan is to make those millions of invested dollars pay off for the central Island. The good news is WestJet is bullish on introducing its services to smaller communities in Western Canada and will be working to introduce Albertans to Nanaimo. It’s important not to underestimate just how much money is in Alberta, and how people there just might find a south coast B.C. lifestyle appealing in their retirement years. Of course, the same could work in reverse with a regional commuter flight making it that much easier for Nanaimo workers to leave the province in search of the golden goose in the Alberta oil sands – taking with them valuable tax dollars and disposable income that is needed here. But, if the WestJet service opens up Nanaimo anything like it did the Comox Valley, businesses and residents could reap the positive results for years. The secret in making it all work is to use it – prove to WestJet its investment in Nanaimo is a worthwhile endeavour that will pay off for all involved.
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Independent MLAs dare to dream Imagine a province where getting elected as an independent party leaders are chosen in an in Delta South in 2009. Bob independently supervised vote, Simpson was kicked out of the with 12-year-olds, dead people and NDP caucus shortly after winning pets prevented from voting. re-election for the party in Cariboo Imagine a province where roving North because he dared to criticize gangs of influence-seekers aren’t then-leader Carole James for a lack allowed to join multiple parties, of policy specifics. and the rule is actually enforced. They were belatedly joined by One where corporations and Abbotsford South MLA John van unions have to advertise Dongen, who quit the in their own name B.C. Liberals in an B.C. instead of financing orchestrated move to VIEWS political parties and the B.C. Conservatives, then disclosing millions and then quit that party Tom Fletcher in donations months soon after. Black Press after the election is over. Van Dongen does not Imagine a province have the credibility of where elections are the others to speak on held based on audited integrity, given his selffinancial statements, serving party antics not a collection of and his questionable election promises that decision to hire his will be dismissed as a fiancée and pay her one work of fiction by the and a half salaries to new regime if the incumbent party serve as his constituency assistant. is defeated. Leaving that aside, there A cat joined the B.C. Liberal are some good ideas in the Party to support Christy Clark. independents’ reform package. Adrian Dix won the NDP One is to give backbench MLAs a leadership with the help of meaningful role in policy-making. bags of $10 bills stapled to new Simpson gave the example memberships. As parties go of Prince George MLA Shirley to online voting, multiple PIN Bond’s term as education minister, numbers may be activated from where she had to reverse ministry the same phone number or the policies that didn’t make sense in same address. rural school districts. The all-party These and other glaring standing committee on education problems with our party-based could have prevented this error, he political system were highlighted said, but it didn’t because it never last week in a set of reforms meets. proposed by three independent The party voting irregularities MLAs. Vicki Huntington broke the described above could be addressed party chokehold on B.C. politics by by giving Elections B.C. authority
to supervise party leadership votes, the way it does elections and referenda. There are unknown costs for this, and other problems. For instance, should the Marijuana Party be subject to this, or the Work Less Party, should either one muster enough organization to stage a leadership contest? The independents had high hopes for one fundamental reform, moving B.C.’s set election date from the spring to the fall. This would take a simple amendment. The idea is for the government to table the annual budget, present the audited public accounts for the previous year, then have an election that rests on tested financial statements and initial results for the current forecast. Both the B.C. Liberal Party and the NDP have expressed support for this idea. The independents suggest that this brief three-week legislative session is a good time to do it, so the next government can implement it. I asked Mike de Jong, B.C. Liberal finance minister and house leader, if he would consider it. He allowed that it is interesting, but it’s not contemplated for the pre-election session. That will be dominated by returning the provincial sales tax, and the usual jousting over untested spending and revenue proposals. ◆ Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Worker grateful for city position To the Editor, Re: City employees are the lucky ones, Letters, Feb. 9. My husband works for the City of Nanaimo and we are extremely grateful for this job. Before he was blessed to get this job, more than 20 years ago now, we were a struggling young family. We had five young children and minimal income. My husband worked any job he could get. On occasion he would work two jobs just to make ends meet. Our children were born during the ‘recession’ time of the 80s. During that time we were on unemployment insurance and then welfare. My husband would walk from our modest rented home on Hammond Bay Road all the way to downtown
Nanaimo where the employment office was then located. During one season of our life, he worked at Woodgrove Centre as a maintenance man for $7 an hour. It was during this time he was blessed with a part-time position with the city as janitor at the city annex. That meant he would work at Woodgrove from 5 a.m. until 2 p.m., come home, grab a quick bite to eat, say hi to his children and then go to work at the annex from 4 p.m. to midnight. He would then get up and repeat it the next day. Over the years with the city he went from part time to full time, promoted to janitorial at all the public washrooms at the swimming sites. During this time he got mononucleosis, yet continued to go
to work every day with a fever and extremely exhausted. He could have taken sick days but was so grateful for this job that he worked through it. He then went on to the sanitation department and now has taken a pay demotion to work city patrol because he does not want to transfer out of the department he loves so much. He is fortunate enough that on occasion he gets to fill in for the foreman when he is on holidays. My husband loves his job and is extremely grateful for how it has provided for his family and knows it comes from people like Mark Jeffs, the taxpayer. So, Mr. Jeffs, thank you. Marie Leclerc Nanaimo
Senior students could handle design To the Editor, Re: Brand design no job ffor children, Letters, Feb. 9. Chris Vaughan Griffiths is wrong when he claims the design of the Nanaimo school district logo could only have been left to professionals. His sarcastic remarks about colouring contests make it obvious that he limits his ideas to elementary schools. What about students taking media and design courses in our high schools? They are fully capable of producing pressand web-ready art in different sizes and for different functions. This would have been an excellent practical opportunity for them and would have saved the school district a significant amount of money. Instead, for $24,000 we have a salmon in pastel colours representing ‘diversity.’ The design is uninspired and uninspiring. I have no doubt our students could have done better. Gregory Roscow Nanaimo
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Nanaimo gouged by gasoline costs To the Editor, To the best of my knowledge, gasoline arrives at Nanaimo’s Suncor and Esso terminals by barge. It is then delivered by truck. Seeing how gas is cheaper at the Morden Road station, cheaper yet at Cassidy and a steal in Duncan, I’m left to conclude that there are no transportation costs to south Island mid points. In fact, there seems to be rebates to our neighbours. Kind of gives a new meaning to, ‘get out of town.’ This system worked so well this past week that when gas went up in Nanaimo seven cents a litre, gas dropped 1.5 cents in Duncan. So now that the price differential is 20-plus cents a litre, I flashbacked to earlier days when plywood and salmon were cheaper
in Calgary than here. Don’t you just love the free market? Grant Maxwell Nanaimo
Cost of gasoline ruins Family Day To the Editor, A while back, there was a column in this paper about thanking our local gas stations (Re: Lower gas prices a sound of silence, Opinion, Nov. 10.). OK, well … thank you. Thank you for being the opportunistic bottom feeders that you are. While businesses and government agencies all over this province helped us celebrate Family Day with offerings of free activities or reduced to half-price, our local gas stations took this occasion to raise the prices seven to 10 cents per litre. While others were trying to help families celebrate their togetherness,
our local gas stations did everything in their power to make it difficult. And please do not offer that lame, old, worn-out excuse of oil barrel prices. I could travel 15 minutes to Ladysmith and get gas at $1.08/litre. Petra Tschauner Nanoose Bay
Centre’s toilets should be open To the Editor, Re: City aims to solve public urination with rest room, Jan. 17. Porta-potties might well fit in with the rusty things at Diana Krall Plaza, but come on, it’s sad enough. Open the public washrooms at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre near the mural entrance for an hour or so at closing time for the bars. Station one cop inside and one in a car outside. It wouldn’t be much different than now, and we would be free of the smell of urine downtown. The only problem I see is the centre’s management and its ‘not locals’ attitude. I. Spivey Nanaimo
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Earth needs to prepare for a future without oil To the Editor, In comparison with the world daily consumption of 90 million barrels of oil, the 100 million barrels reservoir recently discovered in eastern Quebec was described as ‘vast’, but in fact is insignificant. So are any new reservoirs representing a few days, months or years of world consumption. It’s time to prepare for the after-oil era. Fossil fuels gave an incredible boost to our civilization, but CO2 emissions have changed the world’s climates. Between 1980 and 2010, the number of climate disasters went from 50 to 250 per year. According to the documentary Chasing Ice, glaciers receded more in the last decade than in the previous century. The melting of permafrost releases methane, another potent greenhouse gas. We’re not even certain the situation can be stabilized. Is that the legacy we want to leave our children? If not, let’s abide by the principle that life should trump money.
Our collective future should not be jeopardized because somebody paid for exploration rights. As for jobs, they will also be created by the new technologies. Consider, especially, the algae fuels; they have the merit of absorbing CO2 from the atmosphere and rapidly yield great quantities of oils that can be treated in traditional refineries and be used in the present day cars, planes and industry. Read “Better than corn?” http:// www.worldwatch.org/ node/5391. In parallel, subsidies to fossil fuels should be reduced. The alternatives will thus become competitive. The Stone Age didn’t end for a lack of stones. The age of fossil fuels shouldn’t end for lack of reserves, but because we will have mastered more sustainable ways to meet our energy demands. The visionary investor should understand that. Pamela Walden-Landry Montreal
Microfinancing works To the Editor, The federal government says it wants greater accountability in its foreign aid; it couldn’t do any better than supporting microfinance agencies. I personally support global microfinance because it’s not charity and it never stops working. As the tiny business loans it gives to the poorest citizens is paid back, I can then lend that money to others. With the same small investment I’ve helped different entrepreneurs buy sewing machines, agricultural supplies, and building materials, and never lost a penny. Minister Julian Fantino should involve the Canadian International Development Agency in more microfinance agencies because unlike many other forms of aid, it is carefully administered and the money works more than once. Nathaniel Poole Victoria
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YYouth receives Edinburgh gold medal Nanaimo’s Andrew Gates has one more award to add to his long list of honours. The 18-year-old receives a gold medal from the Duke of Edinburgh Award Foundation Feb. 21 at the Nanaimo Armory. Only 534 Canadian youth quali-
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Cold night needs warm bodies The following are opportunities at Volunteer Nanaimo. For more information, please call 250-758-7121 or go online to www.volunteernanaimo.ca. Volunteer Nanaimo is located at Unit 3-2350 Labieux Rd. ◆ Island Crisis Care Soceity – Volunteers are needed for Coldest Night of the Year event Feb. 23. Duties available are registration team, food team, set-up and other support downtown at St. Paul’s Anglican Church. Please call Michelle Authier at 250-5852577 or e-mail mouthier@icccare.ca. Skana Community Resources – A volunteer musical entertainer is needed to provide musical entertainment (play instrument /sing) for adults with disabilities two or three hours per month. A criminal record check required. Please call Teresa Battle at 250-7132754 or e-mail mixnminglenight@hotmail.com. Black History Month – Nanaimo African Heritage Society needs volunteers to help organize activities for Black History Month in February. Please contact Shalema Gantt at 250-729-9332 or e- mail info@nanaimoafricanheritagesociety.com. Errington Therapeutic Riding Association – Adult volunteers are required April 2 and continue every Tuesday and Wednesday for 11 weeks to do sidewalk assistance. Shifts are
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VOLUNTEERS two or three hours on either of these days. An orientation session for new volunteers takes place March 26. A criminal record check is required. Please call Karen Anker at 250754-4962. Hub City Cycles – Volunteers are needed to help in cycle shop. Skills in Microsoft Office and an interest in bicycles would helpful. Downtown location. Call Jawn, Justin or Tyler at 250-591-2159 or e-mail info@ hubcitycycles.ca. Sierra Club Nanaimo – A volunteer events team planner is needed. If you have an interest in environmental issues and enjoy creating displays and promotions on the computer, help is required approximately three hours a month. Please contact: Carla at 250-618-5326 or e-mail roaerie1@gmail.com. Woodgrove Senior Citizens Society – Volunteer board members (directors) are needed for a non-profit group involved with low-rental apartments for seniors and handicapped people. Please call Rose Davidson at 250-390-7464 or Dale Widdifield at 250-751-2999. Code Dental Clinic – A volunteer reception/patient greeter is needed one or two days a week. Duties include helping manage front desk. Computer skills are required and some knowledge of a dental office is
Central Island Youth Soccer Academy – Volunteers needed to coach youth soccer (six-10 year-olds). Please e-mail Kim at info@ciysa.ca. Big Brothers/Big Sisters CVI – Volunteer drivers and swampers (six to eight people) are needed every Wednesday to help with clothing drive. A safe driving record is needed and participants must be able to lift some heavy items while collecting clothes from the community. Call 250-756-2447 or e-mail craig@bigscvi.ca. Meals on Wheels – A volunteer driver with a valid class 5 driver’s licence is needed for meal delivery two hours per week. Training is provided. Also, a volunteer day captain is needed for four to six hours per week. Computer and organizational skills would be an asset. Please call 250-753-1300 or e-mail mownanaimo@shaw. ca for either position. Theatre One – A social media manager is required for managing Facebook and Twitter accounts and to strategize in co-operation with board of directors and marketing committee. Commitment is three to four hours per week. Resumé required. No criminal record check, but experience is necessary, as no training is provided. Contact: Daurel Neve, general manager at 250-754-7587 or fax resumé to 250-754-9908.
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Birthday girl Mary Sharp, a resident of Berwick on the Lake, celebrated her 105th birthday Feb. 6. Growing up in Saskatchewan, near Regina, Sharp’s love of children led to a career as a kindergarten teacher.
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Cash o’ lanterns Thrifty Foods managers Dan Zapotichny, of Longwood Station, left, and Mikel Knutsson from Port Place shopping centre, deliver $4,138 to Brenda Rositano, director of corporate relations at the Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation. The gift was raised during Thrifty’s pumpkin sales in October.
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Operation Red Nose hands out Rudy And the Rudy goes to ‌ all the hospitality institutions that helped make PacificSport’s Operation Red Nose another success. The sixth annual Rudy Award went to the Wheatsheaf Pub with an average of $36.67 donation per ride. Second place went to the Landlubber Pub with an
average per ride of $35 and third place was the Wellington Pub with a $30.60 donation per ride. Top spots for most rides from a pub went to: Old City Station with 22; Longwood Brew Pub with 12; and the Quarterway Pub with 11. The Cactus Club earned first place for most rides from a restaurant with 11;
Asteras was second with six rides; and The Keg and Cottonwood Golf Course shared third place with four rides each. The Wellington and Longwood pubs shared the honour of having the most generous customers with individual donations of $60 each to the designated driving service.
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Canadians once again showed their generous side for the Operation Christmas Child shoe box campaign. More than 662,000 shoe boxes packed with toys, hygiene items, and school supplies were donated for the 2012 campaign. During the next few weeks, children in Haiti, Senegal, Equatorial Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Sierra Leone, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Uruguay, Paraguay, Guatemala, and Venezuela will be receiving shoe boxes packed by caring Canadians. “Sending over 662,000 lovingly packed shoe boxes of gifts to needy children around the world is simply a thrilling task for us,� said Randy Crosson, director of Operation Christmas Child
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With only 5,000 tickets available for the Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation’s 20th annual Lotto for Life hospital lottery, buyers have to act fast to get in on the action. The lotto’s early bird cutoff is midnight tonight (Feb. 14) with dozens of prizes including the $20,000 top prize available. The early bird draw takes place Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. at Woodgrove Centre. T h e f i n a l d r aw awards a lucky ticket holder $100,000 in cash, but prizes do not stop there. Trips, home theatre systems, and a 2013 Buick Verano will also be given away. The hospital foundation raises funds for lifesaving equipment on central Vancouver Island. All 2013 proceeds help equip the new emergency depart-
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Education is in the spotlight during Aspengrove School’s Speaker Series. James McConnell, head of school for Stratford Hall in Burnaby, is the guest speaker Feb. 20 at 6:30 p.m. McConnell played a key role in Stratford attaining IB Continuum School status with the accreditation for the primary years, middle years and diploma programs. This event is free to the public. Aspengrove is at 7660 Clark Dr. in Lantzville. For more information, please call 250-3902201 or go to www.aspengroveschool.ca.
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39 Steps. The play, created by John Buchan and adapted by Patrick Barlow, is Nanaimo Theatre Group’s first production of the spring season. “This is an homage to the fat man. It’s our own version not like the film version. It’s like The 39 Steps by Hitchcock on crack,” said Darien Edgeler, who plays 11 different characters in the production. He said Hitchcock fans will see allusions to the director’s films throughout the production. Co-directors Peggy Harris and Sheila Coultish saw a production of the play two years ago in New York. They both walked away from the production asking themselves how they could produce the play in Nanaimo. “It’s really great to find a script you believe will be wonderful if you can find the right people to fit into it,” said Harris. One of the challenges they faced was the limited space of the Bailey Theatre compared to Broadway venues in the Big Apple. But with the help of creative crew members they made scenes come alive through other means than large-scale scenery. For example, in one scene where characters are on a train the stage only has three trunks as props and the
train’s atmosphere is established using lighting and sound. The 39 Steps is also demanding on the actors. There are about 25 roles in the play performed by five actors. Each character has a different physicality and voice so it challenges the actors. It also requires them to have speedy dressing skills as many scenes require quickchanges. “It’s an intense play physically,” said Ivana Ho, who plays several characters in the production. Coultish said it’s been great to see the play take shape. “The joys are just seeing the play come to life – lifting off the page,” she said. She said The 39 Steps is filled with comedy and the cast has been working to perfect the parody and farce embedded in the script. “We laugh a lot at rehearsal, which is a really good sign,” said Coultish. “We hope the audience will walk out of here still laughing.” The Nanaimo Theatre Group’s presentation of The 39 Steps runs Wednesday (Feb. 20) to March 9. The play shows Wednesday to Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees are Feb. 24 and March 3 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $18 for Friday and Saturday performances, $16 for Wednesdays, Thursdays and matinees. Tickets are available by calling 250-758-7224, e-mailing tickets@ nanaimotheatregroup.com or online at www.nanaimo theatregroup.com.
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Darien Edgeler, left, and Ivana Ho star in Nanaimo Theatre Group’s pruduction of The 39 Steps. The play premieres Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. at the Bailey Theatre.
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Poetry reading scheduled for The Vault Nanaimo’s spoken word and open mike event continues at the Vault on Wallace Street Feb. 26. The event’s featured performers are Heidi Greco, Emily McGiffin and Nora Gould. Greco, who lives in the Vancouver area, often leads writing workshops and has published several collections of poetry including Siren Tattoo and Rattlesnake Plantain.
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the help of Zachary Tannar, he wanted to create Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. “It’s a much bigger scale, more characters, and more special effects,” he said. “I am trying to do something bigger. We are trying to raise the bar over the one I did last year.” The production took about 20 people, which includes local Nanaimo actors, makeup artists and special effects technicians. “It’s my baby and I am playing Gandalf and Aragorn,” said Subryan. “It’s all Nanaimo people and people have really chipped
in and pooled their meager resources together to make this.” The grand prize is $10,000 and there is also a People’s Choice award that is determined by the number of likes a film receives. Subryan said he’s hoping people like his film, which will also be tabulated in the final grand prize score. To view the film and more information about its creation please go to www. facebook.com/LOTRFOTRin60secs. To view contest information please go to http:// vancouver.virginradio.ca.
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The Around Town Tellers are sharing their storytelling secrets during an upcoming workshop. People can learn how to share oral stories from tellers Margaret Murphy and Laurie (Peck) Hutchinson Friday (Feb. 22) 6:30-9 p.m. and Saturday (Feb. 23) 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Refreshments will be served but people are asked to bring their own lunch for the Saturday workshop.
Murphy started sharing stories as a child during puppet shows in her backyard. She loves coaching, teaching storytelling and celebrating tales of pioneering Canadian women. Hutchinson has told stories since she was two. Her first submission to the Brucedale Press Arcostic Competition in 2002 received an honourable mention. The sessions are interactive and will help people learn the
practical and fundamental steps in preparing, learning and sharing a short story. It is meant to give attendees more confidence and a greater appreciation of storytelling. There is a maximum of 14 participants. To register or for more information please call 250-729-9994 or e-mail storyshare@shaw.ca. For more information, please go to www.aroundtowntellers. com
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The Nanaimo Arts Council is presenting an Inter Generational Showcase in March and is asking the public to submit entries for display. People are invited to submit fibre art, paintings, photographs or 3-D pieces for the exhibit. The call for submissions is open to both Arts Council members and the public and must be made by Feb. 28. Prizes will be awarded for each age category, which includes children, youth and seniors. There is also a People’s Choice award. Artwork submitted must not have been entered in previous showcases, copies or artwork aren’t accepted – only original pieces. Prize winners will be announced at an awards reception March 9, 1 p.m at the Nanaimo Arts Council gallery in Nanaimo North Town Centre. For more information or showcase rules please contact the arts council at 250-7293947, e-mail admin@nanaimoartscouncil.ca or go to the website www.nanaimoarts council.ca.
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VENTS KEN JOUBERT author of the Huguenot Trilogy reads from The Early Years, the conclusion to the trilogy Sunday (Feb. 17) 1-2 p.m. at the Nanaimo Harbourfront library. FREEDOM SAILORS book discussion with co-editor Bill Dienst Wednesday (Feb. 20) 6-7:30 p.m. at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library. HOLISTIC/METAPHYSICAL Fair Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Unity Church, 2325 E.
SEARCHING FOR SUGARMAN film screening part of TheatreOne’s Fringe Flicks Feb. 24 1, 4, 7 p.m. and Feb. 25, 7 p.m. at Avalon Cinema. Tickets $12. Call 250-754-7587. THRILLING TALES storytime for adults Feb. 26 at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. WORDSTORM, a spoken word and open mike event, is Feb. 26 at the Vault, starting at 6 p.m. Admission is $5.
MUSIC MONTGOMERY Auchterlonie Quartet plays Acme Food Co. Tonight (Feb. 14) 7 p.m. VALENTINE BLUES a special event at the Harewood Arms on Valentine’s Day tonight (Feb. 14) 6-9 p.m. Event features Johnny James and The Blue Gambit Band. BEND SINISTER with
special guests The Distributors plays the Queen’s tonight (Feb. 14). Doors 9 p.m. music starts at 9:30 p.m. Tickets $10 in advance from the bar or $12 at the door. FRED SALIANI plays Acme Food Co. Friday (Feb. 15) 7 p.m. MONTGOMERY COUNTRY plays during a Vancouver Island Raiders fundraising night at the Queen’s Friday (Feb. 15). Also features DJ duo, Thew Mewwws. Doors 8 p.m. Bands plays at 10 p.m. Tickets $10 available at the Queen’s or call 250618-8368. FOLK CONNECTION Coffee House Friday (Feb. 15) at Hope Lutheran Church Hall. Features duo Tania Opland and Mike Freeman. Stage opens at 7 p.m., feature performers start at 8:30 p.m. Admission $5.
HOWIE JAMES plays MGM Restaurant Saturday (Feb. 16) 5-8 p.m. LIQUID ASSASSIN with Black Pegasus and Born Stoned performs at the Palace Hotel Sunday (Feb. 17) 9 p.m. THE HARPOONIST, the Axe Murderer and Jason Buie perform at the Queen’s Sunday (Feb. 17). Doors 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15 in advance at the bar or $20 at the door. MY FOOLISH HEART concert presented by A Cappella Plus choir Sunday (Feb. 17) at Brechin United Church 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15/$10 students available at The Quilted Duck, Fascinating Rhythm, Mulberry Bush Bookstores and at the door. Info 250-7541094 and www.acap pellaplus.ca.
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The Vancouver Island University gym, and the teams inside, will be hopping. The VIU Mariners basketball and volleyball teams will both close out their Pacific Western Athletic Association seasons with home games this week. It’s rare that both the b-ball and v-ball teams take home court on the same weekend, but that’s the case starting today (Feb. 14). The women’s and men’s volleyball teams play the Camosun Chargers tonight at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. respectively. Tomorrow it’s the hoops teams taking centre court, as the Mariners women and men play the Columbia Bible College Bearcats at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday is busiest of all, with the M’s basketball teams hosting the Kwantlen Eagles at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. and then the volleyball teams serving up matches against the Chargers at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. These final volleyball matches will be meaningful for VIU. The women’s team (19-3) is hot on the heels of the first-placed Fraser Valley Cascades (20-2) and UFV, on paper, has a more difficult opponent this weekend so the M’s could still squeeze out first place. The men’s M’s (15-7) can’t finish first, but they can secure their second-place standing. Over the long weekend
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Vancouver Island University’s basketball teams have shown that they’re championship contenders. All they need this weekend are a few more home-court cheers to speed them on their way. The Mariners’ men’s basketball team (14-5) will finish second in the Pacific Western Athletic Association standings, while the M’s women (13-6) will have a chance to claim second place if they win at least one of their games. VIU’s women are ablaze after winning both their games over the long weekend including a 59-42 victory Saturday over the first-placed Capilano Blues. Heather McCarthy said her team did a good job of sticking together and bringing a 40-minute effort. “We just sort of grinded it out,” she said. “It was weird because we won by 17 but it didn’t feel like that much, playing. We played hard to the end.” It’s the second time this semester that VIU has defeated Cap convincingly, so the M’s are confident. A couple more wins this weekend would help them carry that energy toward provincials. “We’re definitely excited to end our season at home,” McCarthy said. “It’s going to be good.” VIU’s men have a bit of a different challenge this weekend. The outcomes won’t affect the M’s in the standings, but the opponents have something to play for. “Both these teams coming in, they’ve got to win both their games,” said Matt Kuzminski, VIU coach. “It’s going to be a great test: can we match their intensity? Can we outwork them?” Since the Mariners have already clinched their playoff seed, they might as well concern themselves with playing playoff-calibre basketball this weekend. “I feel like we need to win both of them and keep pushing forward to our main goal,” said Brandon Jones, VIU guard. For this weekend’s tipoff times, see the related article on this page.
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Vancouver Island University Mariners volleyball player Kenzie McDonald, front, bumps the ball during a match against the Douglas Royals last Friday night at the VIU gymnasium.
the women’s M’s swept their home matches against the Douglas Royals, winning 25-20, 25-12, 25-19 on Friday and then 25-16, 25-12, 25-22 on Saturday.
The Mariner men split with the top-ranked Royals, winning the first night 25-22, 18-25, 11-25, 25-23, 15-13 and then falling 20-25, 25-16, 25-14, 25-20.
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Buccaneers try to stay sharp The Nanaimo Buccaneers will try to avoid the temptation to ease up on their skating strides. The junior B Bucs, who have clinched first place in the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League’s North Island Division, still have two more regular-season games to go. The Buccaneers (25-17-4) face the Oceanside Generals tonight (Feb. 14) at 7:15 p.m. and then visit the Comox Valley Glacier Kings on
Saturday. Nanaimo was upset 4-0 by the Kerry Park Islanders in Duncan last Saturday. Coach Brad Knight said last week he didn’t plan to rest his regulars over the last few games before playoffs. “We’ll keep playing the same way; we’ll keep winning as many games as we can,” he said. “You don’t want to be losing going into the post-season.” sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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Nanaimo Clippers forward Mason Mitchell, right, crashes the net against Cowichan Valley Capitals goalie Patrick Spano during Friday’s B.C. Hockey League game at Frank Crane Arena.
Points even more important I JR. A CLIPPERS go on road trip to play three games. BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN
At a time of year when every point is important, the Nanaimo Clippers earned three out of four. The city’s B.C. Hockey League club split a home-and-home series against the Cowichan Valley Capitals on Friday and Saturday, winning 5-2 the first night at Frank Crane Arena and then falling 4-3 in overtime in Duncan. In Friday’s game the Clippers held a comfortable edge in play in all three periods, getting up 2-0 through 20 minutes and continuing to keep the play in the Capitals’ end of the ice. “We played pretty well,” said Mike Vandekamp, Clippers coach. “We scored a big powerplay goal early on in the game, killed a lot of penalties tonight; I was pretty pleased with it.” Nick Gushue tallied six minutes in on the PP and then Reid Sturos added to the lead. The
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Nanaimo Clippers forward Corey Renwick, front, digs for a puck along the boards Friday.
Caps closed the gap to 2-1 midway through the second period, but Brendan Taylor restored the margin four minutes later. Trevor Fitzgerald scored in the opening seconds of the third period and Taylor finished off a breakaway to round out the scoring. “We played pretty good tonight,” said Taylor. “We hemmed pucks in their end, we had a good cycle going, we got
some nice goals.” Vandekamp said his team was guilty of a couple of turnovers, but generally did a good job of sticking to their systems in their end. “Any of the times that we did our job managing the puck, we controlled the game and that’s usually what it comes down to,” he said. Derek Dun made 23 saves against his old team as the Clippers outshot the Capitals 37-25. In the rematch, Nanaimo had the edge in play but not in goals. The Caps scored the first two before the Clips got three straight. Josh Bryan scored late in the second period and early in the third to tie it 2-2, then Mason Mitchell put Nanaimo up midway through the third before Cowichan tied it two minutes later. Shots were 46-31 in favour of the Clippers, with Dun suffering the loss. GAME ON … The Clippers play three road games in three days starting Friday (Feb. 15) against the Surrey Eagles. The Shipmen then face the Coquitlam Express on Saturday and the Langley Rivermen on Sunday. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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The city’s sports heroes and heroines were honoured for s t a n d o u t s e a s o n s. The Nanaimo Sport Achievement Awards were held Saturday at the Coast Bastion Inn, recognizing athletes, coaches, officials and sport administrators. Receiving top honours this year were Team Athlete of the Year winners Scott Ranger and Dani Smith and Individual Athlete of the Year winners Steve Smith and Erin Burrett.
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R a n g e r, o f t h e Nanaimo Timbermen, l e d t h e We s t e r n Lacrosse Association in goals and points, while Dani Smith was an all-Canadian as her Vancouver Island University Mariners won at nationals. Steve Smith was third at the downhill mountain biking world championships and Burrett placed eighth at the Canadian half marathon championship. C ycl o c ro s s r a c e r Janna Gillick won Masters Athlete of the Year as she won her division at nationals. The Junior Athlete of the Year winners were baseball player Brendan McCarthy
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Erin Burrett, left, Steve Smith and Dani Smith are three of the major award winners at the eighth annual Nanaimo Sport Achievement Awards, held Saturday night at the Coast Bastion Inn.
and runner Jenaya Pynn. McCarthy, of the Nanaimo Pirates, finished second in the league in batting; Pynn won gold in the 800-metre distance at the B.C. Summer Games.
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Cooper got Grassroots Coach of the Year. The B.C. Special Olympics Nanaimo Tigers floor hockey team, national gold medallists, received Sports Story of the Year. Barry Creswell, longtime coach at the Nanaimo Boxing Club, received the Michael Rhode Award for dedication. For more winners, visit www.nanaimo bulletin.com.
Van Osch accepted the Junior Team of the Year award after reaching the semifinals at nationals last year. VIU volleyball coach Shane Hyde was honoured as High-Performance Coach of the Year while the South Side Minor Football Association’s Randy
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A sizable field of 449 runners reached the finish line at the Cedar 12k race on Sunday. Victoria’s Andrew McCartney was first to finish in 39 minutes, four seconds, about a minute and a half clear of the runner-up. The women’s race was won by Jen Millar, also of Victoria, who completed the distance in 44:17. Nanaimo’s Bastion Running Club hosted the race and the top Bastion runners were Byron Trajan (42:14) in the men’s race and Cheryl Davies (50:09) for the women. Race director John Durkin said a record 592 people registered, but the Family Day long weekend affected the number of actual participants.
Field Raiders fall in U16 final The Nanaimo Raiders U16 team didn’t win an Island championship, but it will have a chance to do one better. The Raiders lost to the North Island by a blowout score Saturday at Merle Logan Field in the Vancouver Island Youth Field Lacrosse League championship game. For a photo, visit www.nanaimobulletin. com/sports. The team had previously qualified for the B.C. Lacrosse Association provincials in Burnaby Feb. 22-24. The U19 Raiders, Island champs, begin play at provincials Friday (Feb. 15) in Langley.
Badminton club wins at tourney Nanaimo Badminton Club athletes kept their eye on the birdie and won their matches at the first tournament of the year. The club had a handful of top results at Port Alberni Feb. 9. Priya Ramash swept gold in A singles, A doubles and mixed A doubles, while Anthony Foster took gold in A singles and mixed A doubles. Veronica Wong won gold in A doubles. Kirit Lalh was a silver medallist in A singles, A doubles and mixed A doubles. Other medallists included Bronwyn Ellis, Kyle Enders, Robert Foster, Dustin King, Heath Dean and William Poon.
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Nanaimo’s high school basketball teams have reason to be optimistic as playoffs tip off today (Feb. 14). Wellington Secondary School’s senior AA boys and senior AA girls will both be going in as top seeds in their respective North Island championship tournaments. The Wellington Wildcats senior girls wrapped up an undefeated regular season on Tuesday night, defeating the Ballenas Whalers 68-41.
Victoria Brown scored a game-high 26 points and Sara Simovic added 18. “We started off a little slow, but then we picked it up in the second half and got up by quite a bit,” Simovic said. “We started to push the ball more and fast break and we got points that way.” In other senior AA girls’ action Tuesday, the Cedar Spartans defeated the Woodlands Eagles 54-45 at the Woodlands gym. The Spartans’ Stefanie Talboys was top scorer with 26 points and T.J. Andjelkovic led the Eagles with 15. North Islands start today in Courtenay. Wellington gets a
first-round bye while Cedar will face Kwalikum, Woodlands plays host Isfeld and Nanaimo District takes on Ballenas. The senior AA boys’ North Islands, meanwhile, will be played at the Wellington Secondary School gym. Welly’s senior boys not only have home-court advantage and the No. 1 seed, but they also have momentum. The Wildcats won last weekend’s tournament at Cedar and Woodlands, defeating the senior AAA Dover Bay Dolphins in the final. The ’Cats get Highland in today’s first round at 2 p.m. Other local teams involved
are the NDSS Islanders and Woodlands Eagles. ND qualified for playoffs thanks to a 75-41 win over Timberline on Tuesday. The Isles play Isfeld today at 5:15 p.m. followed by Woodlands versus Kwalikum at 7 p.m. The Cedar Spartans senior AA boys lost their regularseason finale to Highland and missed the playoffs. Senior AAA girls’ North Islands start today at Port Alberni. The Dover Bay Dolphins will be looking to come out with a favourable seed to help them at Islands, which will be played Feb. 21-23 at the Dover gym. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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Men’s W 32 26 23 19 11
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GA 135 135 162 152 161
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GA 126 133 145 166 184
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GF 170 153 166 121 147 115
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Mainland Division Surrey Chilliwack Prince George Langley Coquitlam
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Interior Division Penticton Merritt W.Kelowna Salmon Arm Trail Vernon
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B.C. SECONDARY SCHOOL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION Senior AA boys’ rankings: 1. Brentwood (1) 2. Lambrick (4) 3. St. Mike’s (2) 4. Wellington (3) 5. Isfeld (5)
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Volleyball PACIFIC WESTERN ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Women’s Fraser V. VIU CBC Camosun Capilano Douglas COTR
VIU MARINERS vs. Camosun Chargers, Pacific Western Athletic Association volleyball, Vancouver Island University gym. Women, 6 p.m.; men, 8 p.m.
Men’s MP 22 22 22 22 22 22 24
MW 20 19 13 9 8 6 3
ML 2 3 9 13 14 16 21
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Feb. 4-6 Monday 55-plus - Ed Redshaw, 703 triple; June Westman, 270 single. Monday mixed - Duane Plested, 706 triple. Tuesday 55-plus - Luisa Multari, 273 single. Tuesday mixed - Jon Athey, 305 single; John Walker, 761 triple; Kellie Martin, 275 single, 672 triple. Wednesday classic - Larry Cross, 316 single; John Drnasin, 802 triple; Jennie Friskie, 361 single, 890 triple. Thursday 55-plus - Paul Burchill, 305 single, 805 triple. Thursday ladies - Bev Bates, 298 single; Janice Keaist, 737 triple. Thursday youth - Josh Grossgardt, 270 single. Thursday night - Todd Spracklin, 709 triple. Friday 55-plus - Bonnie Mills, 289 single, 704 triple. Saturday youth - Jesse Brittain, 257 single; Brittany Hastings, 292 single.
NANAIMO BUCCANEERS vs. Oceanside Generals, Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League junior A hockey. Nanaimo Ice Centre, 7:15 p.m.
Friday VIU MARINERS vs. CBC Bearcats, Pacific Western Athletic Association basketball, Vancouver Island University gym. Women, 6 p.m.; men, 8 p.m.
Saturday VIU MARINERS vs. Kwantlen Eagles, Pacific Western Athletic Association basketball, Vancouver Island University gym. Women, 1 p.m.; men, 3 p.m.
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7 Victoria Road, Nanaimo, BC V9R 4N9 Phone: 250-716-0323 Fax: 250-716-0327
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DEAN FERGUSON, Manager
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SPAGHETTI SUPPER, hosted by Trinity United Church at 6234 Spartan Rd., begins at 5 p.m. Adults $10, youth $5. CREATION VERSUS Evolution seminar with George Hilton. 7 p.m., Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2400 Highland Blvd. 250-758-1334.
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Monday NANAIMO FAMILY History Society hosts its annual general meeting at 7 p.m. at Beban Park Social Centre. Everybody welcome. 250-756-1902. ADJUDICATION FOR the Nanaimo Downtown Farmers Market goes from 6-7 p.m. at the Fireside Room at St. Paul’s Anglican Church. For details e-mail ndfms@shaw.ca. B.C. LUNG Association hosts Lifeline: How to ensure you are able to get help when you need it, from 1:303:30 p.m. at Beban Park Social Centre.
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Tuesday NANAIMO FAMILY Life Association, 1070 Townsite Rd., hosts a conflict resolution workshop from 6-9 p.m. Register at 250754-3331 ext. 716. HEAR THE Truth About Wireless Technology, a presentation co-sponsored by VIU and Citizens For Safe Technology. 7-9 p.m. at John Barsby Community School, 550 Seventh St. Guest speaker is Jerry Flynn, electronics warfare, wireless radio and signals intelligence with Canadian Armed Forces (retired). $5 donation appreciated.
Saddleback, takes place from 10 -11:30 a.m. at 311 Fitzwilliam St. Everybody welcome.
Ongoing NANAIMO HEALING Rooms. Come in for prayer, Mondays 7-9 p.m and Wednesdays 2-4 p.m. at Eagle Mountain Church, 1 Terminal Ave. (same building as Grehound bus depot). Contact urhealed.nanaimo@ gmail.com. CANADIAN MENTAL Health Association free recovery workshops, Rm. 19, Beban Park. 250-716-8827. MID ISLAND Advanced Toastmasters meet first Wednesday of the month, 7-9 p.m., Rm. 8, Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, 250-758-3668. TOPS GROUP meets Mondays, Rm. B019, NRGH from 6-7:30 p.m. near the sat lab entrance. Lose weight sensibly. 250-7544334 for info.
ADJUDICATION FOR the Nanaimo Downtown Farmers Market goes from 6-7 p.m. at the Fireside Room at St. Paul’s Anglican Church. For details e-mail ndfms@shaw.ca.
TOASTMASTERS ON The Hill meets Tuesdays at 5- 6:15 p.m., Vancouver Island University, Bldg. 180, Rm. 316. 250-758-3227.
FREE NEIGHBOURHOOD spaghetti dinner, Italian style, takes place from 5-7 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 2400 Highland Blvd. 250-758-1334.
SUNRISERS TOASTMASTERS meet Fridays, 6:30 a.m, Hope Lutheran Church, 2174 Departure Bay Rd. 250-585-2232 for information.
Wednesday WEDNESDAY MORNING Coffee Break, featuring live music by Willie Thrasher and Linda
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Hazards removed from VIU’s Milner Gardens BY JANINA STAJIC
Sixteen hazardous trees have been safely removed by professional arborists from Vancouver Island University’s Milner Gardens and Woodlands. Some of the trees were more than 48 metres high and were in danger of falling, posing a safety hazard for VIU students who study horticulture at the gardens, as well as to the thousands of visitors who come to the gardens throughout the year. Geoff Ball, Milner’s executive director said the giant trees were also threatening the health of the garden. “Plants were suffering from lack of light. They were struggling to grow and grassy areas were being taken over by moss,” he said. “Our famous rhododendron garden was also affected, as some of our plants had stopped producing buds.” The project, in early January, has paid off as visitors are already commenting on the garden’s look. “They feel it’s lighter and more open and overall
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duce strong buds.” Milner Gardens and Woodlands is a 28-hectre property in Qualicum, donated to VIU in 1996. It’s home to protected old-growth Douglas
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A BOUQUET to Dean, a volunteer at the Nanaimo Museum. What a wonderful job you do. We found you helpful and informative during our visit.
A BIG BOUQUET to Heather at Costco's return desk for going above and beyond to help me with a returned item I was having difficulty with. I wish there were more people in the world like you.
A HUGE BOUQUET to the paramedics, firefighters, police officers and emergency doctors and nurses who helped me out after my car accident. A SPECIAL THANKS to the lady (who turned out to be a nurse) who helped keep me calm and still until the paramedics arrived at the scene. We have to be grateful for all these special people who take the time to care for the public.
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A LONG-STEMMED ROSE to each of our family, friends, coworkers and customers who have been so gracious in helping to support our growing family. It does take a community to raise twins and a two-year-old. From the Schulz family. A YEAR OF BOUQUETS to Lakeside Dental Clinic staff and particulary Dr. Wolanski. He went above and beyond to ensure the longevity and good health of my teeth.
BOUQUETS to Roger at Focal Point Masonry and Chimney Service for excellent service. I thought I had a big, expensive problem but you inspected, said all was fine and did not create a job for yourself. Honest and helpful.
A BOUQUET. The veterans of the Royal Canadian Legion extend their sincerest thanks to Mike Werning and Ron Foster for their honesty. A BOUQUET to the young children who skip along the road with a parent. It is the epitome of happiness.
A BEAUTIFUL BOUQUET for Danica Stewart and friends for their donation of a much-needed stove and other items at Haven Society's Transition House. Sometimes there are no words for the gratitude the women’s support workers here feel. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
BOUQUETS OF THANKS. The Society of St.Vincent de Paul would like to thank the knitters of Trinity Catholic and St. Peter's, CWL, Trinity ladies club, Knights of Columbus, Blankets for Canda and many other helpers for the support in making our Christmas hampers.
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AN APPRECIATIVE AND THANKFUL BOUQUET to Lin and Nilmin, opticians at Wal-Mart, for tightening my glasses and taking my PD measurement free of charge. You both excel at customer service. A PRETTY PINK BOUQUET to the employee at Benjamin Moore who suggested the colour "peach kiss" for my daughter's big girl room – it is the perfect shade of pink. I am so glad I listened to your advice. THANK YOU to all the wonderful people at Chase River Veterinary Clinic. The veterinarians and staff donated their time and surgical expertise to help a matted stray dog we found running in traffic near the Duke Point ferry terminal. Your generosity and kindness is appreciated. You are all the best. A BIG BOUQUET to the lifeguards at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre for their hard work on Family Day. You remained vigilant, focused and friendly during utter chaos. A GRATEFUL BOUQUET to the wonderful AC taxi drivers and dispatchers. They do a fantastic job on speedy and safe pick-ups and drop-offs. It means a lot to us.
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A BEEF. How careless for a major grocery store to change the expiry date on the clearance label when the original had a different one. You tried to make the product look fresher than it was. I will not trust your store for meat anymore. A BEEF F to the woman at the coffee shop who was so rude to the staff. You tried to pay for a $3 order with a $100 bill and then demanded free coffee when they said they couldn't change it. Most places won't take a $100 bill. You should have known better. A WISH for the B.C. Liberals and B.C. Hydro to reverse the installation of the health-endangering smart meters and put the safe analog meters back in. Let the 300-plus meter readers keep their jobs.
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A BIG, BEAUTIFUL BOUQUET to Kirsten from the Nanaimo Public Health Unit for being such a wonderful and supportive help when I had my newborn in July. You're the best.
A HUGE BOUQUET to Tory, a salesman at Steve Marshall Ford. He went on a test drive with us and when we arrived home we received a call from him thanking us for stopping by. Although we were not planning on buying a car, we returned the following day to buy the car we test drove. We also learned that a portion of our sale went to the SPCA. We need more people and places like this in our town.
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A BEEF F about Christmas commercials that overstay their welcomes – companies that have December sales last until Dec. 31 usually use the same ads throughout. It is economical, but seeing Santa in a commercial in October is off-putting. Seeing him after Dec. 24 is creepy.
smart meters. Your courage and wisdom in opposing this unnecessary, health-endangering device is greatly admired. Blessings to you. A BEEF F to a local business. Take a good look at your unprofessional manager – maybe you can see the truth about what goes on behind closed doors. Act with fairness. A FURTHER BEEF about the disgusting front yard mess in north Nanaimo. You are lowering the value of neighbouring properties. And do you have a business licence to operate in a residential area? A BEEF F to someone who thinks it's OK to belittle and scold an adult for mistakes. Being an assistant, especially a new one, does not mean you can cut me down. I am one step away from walking out that door. Advice to others out there – if you want respect, you also need to give it or you will never keep good employees. A BEEF F to the man in the blue Toyota truck near Nanaimo North Town Centre recently. Yes, the man in the red car cut you off, but I was behind you and not once did you use your signal. You both need to go back to driving school as you are both in your 60s. You both should know better.
A BIG CHUNK OF ROTTEN BEEF to the car dealership that sold us two lemon cars in six days. You're a real winner. A BEEF. Why is there a nosmoking law at bus stops when the bus driver doesn’t listen? That makes the rest of the smokers not listen. It is unfair for the nonsmokers to have to put up with it. Think of others and smoke outside the shelter. A BEEF F to the speeding truck driver who decided to go around me instead of wait for me to finish pulling out safely. I started pulling out of my driveway before you turned onto my street, but you were going at least double the speed limit and it nearly ended badly. A BEEF F to smokers who choose to not abide by the rules and light up next to public buildings or even in buildings. Save the rest of us the agony of lung cancer.
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It is with sadneess in our hearts thaat we announcee the passing of a loving husband, dear father, incredible mentor and friend to alll, Peter Sahar. W We are ggrateful foor the time we spentt with ti ith P Peter; t our li lives hhave been enriched immensely by his gentle nature and unconditional love. Peter had a zest for life tthat was unsurpassed. He was one with naature and enjoyed activities such as ďŹ shing,, swimming and picnicking with family. He was competitive in sports and enjoyed sofftball, badminton and pickleball. Peter livves on in our thoughts and will forever rem main a cherished friend. It is with joy in ouur hearts and a smile on our lips that we rem remember him, as to know him was to love him. A Celebration of Life will take place at the Grand Hotel in Nanaimo on Sunday, April 28th at 1:00p.m. To RSVP, call Valerie at (250)741-0395.
JoLai JoLaine JoL ainne Lou LLouise ise is see Waffle March Ma M Mar rch ch 14, 4, 196 1965 ~ Feebru bruar uary uar ary 4, 2013 I iiss with It i h hea heavy he hearts that we annno nnou nounce the passing of J JoLaine Jo o Wafe, a lovinnngg and devoted mother, lovin d ghter, sister, auntie and dau wifee. She is survived by her h b d Mik husband, Mike Zi Zimmer; sons, Braedan and Steven Zimmer; father, Homer Wafe; mother, Joanne Wafe; mother & fatherin-law, Larrry & Jill Zimmer; stepmother, Nancy Tibbles; brrothers, Brady Wafe (Jamie, Bryston, Erin) and Steve Wafe. JoLaine haad a beautiful smile that could light up any room, a maagnetic personality and a huge g heart. She was loved andd adored d d bby allll off us and ndd willll bbee fforever missed. We want too thank everyone forr their thheir i support po over th the hee past year. We can’t thank youu en enough forr your ggifts iftts, prayers, weell wishes and dona nat ations ati ons of bblood. We W also expresss our sincere appreciation appre ppreciatio i onn too th thee excellent excelle t caregivers at VGH, NRG RGH GH and Pa Palliative lliaative ative Care. C Car A Memoriaal Service, e, fo for JoLaine, will take tak place plac p at First Baptisst Church urch, rch, h 1650 h, 50 Waddington Waddi Waddington gton Rd, Rd Friday, Frridayy, Februaryy 22, 2 201 20133 at a 44pm. 4pp In lieu of owers, rs,, a donation ttoo th the Ca C Canadian anad n Cancer Society tyy would ld bbe app a prrec reciated. ated.
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Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather died on January 28, 2013. Hewitt is preceded in death by his son Brent and parents, John William and Majorie Reavley. He is survived by his wife Carol; his children Kim (Linda); Todd; Joy, Susan (Dave); 4 granddaughters Jamie, Brooke, Shelby and Shayden; 5 grandsons Kody, Blake, Torrie, T.J. and Tyson along with four great grandchildren Jordyn, Emmersyn, Ava and Rhyder as well as many relatives. Born on August 18, 1935, in Kenora Ontario. Upon completion of school, he went on to earn his Millwright trade d in i Cornwall C ll Ontario O i in i 1958 working ki for f Howardd Smith Paper mill. In 1966 he set out on new adventures and landed in Gold River constructing the new mill as a Millwright. In 1971 the family then moved to Nanaimo where Hewitt worked at Harmac until his retirement. In his life, he was full of adventure and lived life to the fullest. He was an avid supporter of his grandchildren’s activities and spent many hours at the hockey arena or ball ďŹ eld cheering them on. He loved to build and ďŹ x things andd after thi ft retirement ti t enjoyed j d ttravel,l andd sharing h i hi his photos and stories with us. He will be sorely missed by everyone. Services will be from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at the Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 256 located at 1630 East Wellington Rd. in Nanaimo BC. In lieu of owers, memorial contributions may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 256.
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PERSONAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
ART/MUSIC/DANCING
EAVESTROUGH
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
WINDOWS
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
FOR SALE BY OWNER
FOR SALE BY OWNER
4-WHEEL SCOOTER Fortress 2000 series, complete with canopy & basket. Blue, very good condition $1500. obo. (250)740-2763.
40’ Citation park model in year round RV park in Parksville. Built on room & patio, carport & shed. Call 250-735-0239.
SPACIOUS SINGLE family N. Nanaimo 3bdrm, 2bath, open oor plan, family room. Updated kitch & bath, soaker tub, new roof. Near bus, ammen’s. $280,000. 250-756-3593
ORGAN & KEYBOARD LESSONS In your own home on your own instrument KEITH CLARKE 1-250-743-9669 FINANCIAL SERVICES
BRAD’S HOME DETAILING Spring Specials: Up to 40% off Cleaning Windows/Gutters/Vinyl siding(by brush). De-mossing roofs. Power Washing. Insured. Brad 250-619-0999
ELECTRICAL 1A ELECTRICIAN, licenced, bonded, Small Jobs Specialist, panel upgrades and renos. All work guaranteed since 1989. Rob at 250-732-PLUG (7584).
RENOVATE NOW! Expanding or Renovating your home/bathroom/ kitchen/basement? Painting, RooďŹ ng & Finish Carpentry also available. No job too small. Free estimates. Insured
Richard 250-729-7809
40 years Experience
Reno Windows, Failed Sealed Units, Retractable & Residential Screens ~ Free Estimates Guaranteed Workmanship
250-753-4208
MASONRY & BRICKWORK
PETS
AAA Stone Masonry, 38yrs. House Facings/ Retaining Walls/ Repairs. (250)325-0030
GARDENING
TREE PRUNING HEDGE/SHRUB MAINTENANCE
PETER’S MASONRY: 40yrs experience specializing in all types of stonework, brickwork, ďŹ replaces & more. Call Peter (250)756-8569 or 250-4682706 for your free estimate.
Call the qualiďŹ ed specialist... certiďŹ ed Garden Designer/Arborist
MISC SERVICES
Ivan 250-758-0371
NANAIMO SHOPPING SERVICE. Busy? Can’t get out? Don’t like shopping? I will shop for you. 250-753-9765 nanaimoshoppingservice.ca
PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING in my home. No cages. 7day to long term stay. Limited space. 250-740-5554 PET SITTING in my home. Life experience with All animal types. ALL Furry animals, Fish & Reptiles welcome. Day/Night, Short/Long term, available anytime. Carrie 250668-4717 BCGirlsRock@hotmail.com. MUST be dog friendly.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MOVING & STORAGE 2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)753-6633. SMALL MOVES, Deliveries. “Right Price.� Free Quotes. Call Jason (250)668-6851
CLOCK/WATCH/JEWELLERY REPAIRS CLOCK & WATCH REPAIRS 3rd generation watch maker. Antique & grandfather clock specialist. Call (250)618-2962.
COMPUTER SERVICES U-NEED-A-NERD Friendly onsite professional computer, website and design services. Jason is BACK! 250-585-8160 or visit: jasonseale.com
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
PAINTING
FREE QUOTES: Same Day Rubbish, Pruning, Moving, Deliveries. Jason 250-668-6851 JUNK TO THE DUMP. Jobs Big or small, I haul it all! I recycle & donate to local charities. Call Sean 250-741-1159
A-ONE PAINTING and Wallpapering. Serving Nanaimo for 28 years . Senior Discount. Free estimates. 250-741-0451
Small Island Painting
Interior ~ Exterior FREE ESTIMATES.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS AGILE HOME REPAIR & Improvement. Fully insured, interior/exterior repairs and upgrades. Ian 250-714-8800. ALL TRADES- Home updates? Hardwood, Tile, Laminate, Kitchen & Bath Renos. All exterior RooďŹ ng, Siding, Decks & Fencing. References available. 250-722-0131. BLUE OX Home ServicesExpert Renovation & Handyman Services. Refs & Insured. Call-250-713-4409, visit us at: www.Blueoxhomeservices.ca HOME RENOVATIONS: Carpentry, Kitchens & Baths; Plumbing, Ceramic Tile. Free Estimates. Call (250)756-2096
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
LOG LATH, for making log homes or pillars, c/w industrial land lease. (250)743-3198 or 250-732-3239 LOG SHELLS for sale. Lathed logs, proďŹ led & notched to ďŹ t your plans. Ph. 250-732-3239 or 250-743-3198
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS VIOLIN SALE for Adults & children. Also, Cellos. Both very, very nice. Please call (250)701-2035.
(250) 667-1189
PLUMBING RETIRED PLUMBER Journeyman. Repairs & renovations. Call (250)390-1982.
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CABLE CHAINS, 16� wheel, $15. Brother Sewing machine, $75. 1 (250)390-2057 COMPUTER STAND, 29.5� x 20� and chair, $50 obo. Call (250)753-1829.
BRAND NEW, 417 Bruce Ave, Nanaimo, under 10yr warranty. 3bdrms +den up; 2bdrm legal suite down. Lndry both levels. $380,000. (250)751-5114
SHAW MOTOROLLA HD Digital Receiver, #DCT6200R new cond. $99. (250)753-3587
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DUNCAN, 2 bed, 2 bath adult Condo, #3-370 Cairnsmore St. Level entry, patio, small pet ok. Newly reno’d. $146,000. (250)597-8070
LADIES LEATHER brown jacket, medium 3/4 length size, fur hood, as new from Danier, $99. (250)390-3126.
RV TANK $35, electric tree trimmer w/ extendable handle. $60. Call (250)755-5138.
FUEL/FIREWOOD COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose). SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ďŹ rewood producer offers ďŹ rewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.
FURNITURE FUTON, NEAR New, double, dark wood frame, 8� mattress. New cost $1000. Will sell for $400. Phone (250)758-9654, Nanaimo.
GARAGE SALES MOVING SALE: Cinnabar Valley, 114 Ranchview Dr. Feb 16 & 17, 9am-3pm. Some furn, hshld goods, tools, 17’ boat & trailer, 1947 Mercury (car). Something for everyone. NANAIMO419 SEALION Place, Sat, Feb 16, 9am-4pm. Furniture, sewing, ďŹ shing, sports, hand tools, tool boxes, welding, wood working saws. N. NANAIMO, 2646 Beaver Creek Cres., Sat, Feb. 16, 9am. Household items, clamps, chains, garden stuff, trunks, concession equipment, rain-barrels and much more.
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BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY home in Boat Harbour area. A private natural, peaceful setting on 2.2 acres, bordering a creek and pond. Open oor plan, vaulted ceilings. 2baths, 3bdrms, den, spacious decks, partial bsmnt, shop, RV prkng. $529,000. (250)722-2394
APARTMENT/CONDOS
DRESSER, 6-DRAWER, solid yellow pine, beautifully crafted. $99 obo. 1 (250)591-5934
QUEEN BED frame with head and foot board, oak & rod iron. $85, like new. 250-390-7773.
HOUSES FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
4 BEIGE upholstered Parsons chairs w/ black metal legs, beige slip covers, $99 obo. Call (250)390-1833.
HAULING AND SALVAGE
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FREE ITEMS FREE: 20� Citizen TV, works great. Call (250)756-4626.
AMAZING GLACIER VIEW 2427 Lomond Place, East Courtenay. 2870 sqft, level entry walk out, 3bdrm, 3 bath. To see http://sandy tonnellier.blogspot.com Call 250-871-4826
HONDA POWERED generator, EM5000, $800. 10� Dewalt 770 radio arm table saw, $75. Call 250)757-8724.
FRIENDLY FRANK
OLD FASHIONED HANDYMAN Drywall, tile, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting. Quality work. No HST. Reasonable prices. 250-616-9095.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MAYTAG STACKING Washer and Dryer (or side by side), new condition, 4 1/2 years old, $550 obo. Call (250)951-0839.
FREE: 32� Sony Trinitron TV, excellent condition. Call (250)753-1829.
HANDYPERSONS
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APPLIANCES
DINETTE SET, 4 chairs, white, $75. Sofa bed, $100, recliner w/ ottoman, brown vinyl, like new, $75. Apartment sized piano (Heitzman) $500, china cabinet, $350. Please call (250)752-4400.
$217,000 BRECHIN Views Condo. Sunny all day. 2 bdrm, 2 full baths, in-suite lndry/sewing, gas FP, balcony. Small dog OK. Req’d “Vendor’s Disclosure Statement.� SPA arbitration initiated by owner settled when remedy sought granted by Council. Price reduced from $230,000 because SPA problems ongoing; new complaint lodged with FICOM. Strata managed by Ardent Properties Inc. under a nonexpiry contract. (250)327-4716
CAMPBELL RIVER Beautiful 1765sq ft. 3 bd/2 bth bungalow on cul-de-sac. Large entrance, fam. rm. sun rm, open liv/din rm, 3/4� oak ooring, nicely landscaped, enclosed backyard, covered patio, sideyard RV parking with hookups, HEAT PUMP, 5 appls. $282,000.00. 250-923-7010
COURTENAY: WELL maintained 3 bed, 1.5 ba. New roof, G/H, f/p, w/s, garage, green house, fenced yrd. Close to park, suite potential. $249,900. 1-250-338-5479 (780 19th St).
BUSINESSES FOR SALE YARD MAINTENANCE Business $4900. Start your own business or grow your client base. Large client list and equipment. Call 250-751-1517
FOR SALE BY OWNER 2000sq.ft. MANUFACTURED home, dry walled throughout, on permanent foundation w/ 4ft. crawlspace. .95 acre level lot, short walk to beach or 5 min. drive to Kin Beach Park. Fruit trees, mature landscaping, garage, woodshed and herb garden. 3 bdr. 2 bath., on-suite has 3 piece w/ walk-in closet. 2nd is 4 piece w/ deep tub. Mudroom, lg. laundry storage room, open kitchen w/ maple cabinets, dining/sitting areas + eat at counter. Lg. family room w/ sliding glass door onto lg. covered deck and private hot tub. Cable to all bedrooms + 2 in family room. Woodstove provides cheap heat. 1500 sq. ft. dream shop, wired 220/110 plumbed with sink + tap, gas heat, 2 13ft. over height bays, ofďŹ ce area + upstairs storage area. Option to buy 2 ton electric hoist on 12 ft. I beams. 16x50 ft. cement pad for possible shop expansion. Moving must sell, price reduced to $299,900 for quick sale. Ph. (250)8901071 for appointment to view.
LADYSMITH (Davis Rd area) near golf course, shopping, private, ocean/mtn views, 1100sq ft, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, 2 F/P, in-law suite. $275,000. Call (250)245-4155.
Parksville 2.31 hectacres with 3 bdrm modular. Mins. from town. Lots of water, trees & lawn. Reduced to $450,000.00 Drive by 1304 Coldwater Rd. If interested #250-228-7162. Will look at all reasonable offers. SOUTH NANAIMO 3 bdr 2 bth 1850sq 10,000 sq ft lot 2 yrs old granite counter tops stainless kitchen hardwood oors $354,900. 250-591-2988. 2390 Ellison rd
543 SEAWARD Way, Qualicum Beach, Almost 1400 sq.ft.,2 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 blocks to ocean. Bare land strata. Completely updated, Granite Countertops, Guest Ensuite, H/W oors & much more. On site RV Parking Avail. Priced to sell. $345,900.00, Call Daniel at 250-752-5780. Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com
North Lantzville Estate Sale Virtual waterfront, 4bdrm, lvl entry, walkout bsmnt, panoramic view, high waterfront beach access, new roof, suite or B & B income potential, ample parking on 3/4 acre. Mins from Woodgrove. Pics on $524,900. usednanaimo.com Call 250-585-2620.
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RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
HOMES WANTED
APARTMENT/CONDO
OFFICE/RETAIL
SUITES, UPPER
CARS
OFF-ROAD VEHICLES
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
WE BUY HOUSES
LUXURIOUS 2BDRM, downtown condo. Ocean view. HW oors. Free WiFi. N/S, N/P. $900. 1 (250)754-2207
WANT TO GET NOTICED? Prime retail/ofďŹ ce space for rent in highly visible historical building on corner of First and Roberts in Ladysmith. 1,687 sq ft. 2 bathrooms, small kitchen, new ooring, A/C
Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!
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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS BACHELOR PAD 55+ Park: 980sq.ft. of total comfort. 2bdrms, 6 appli’s, some furniture. Lrg covered deck, fruit trees, garden space. $79,500. Just move in!. (250)754-6436
MODERN 2 BDRM near VIU. Laminate oor, new counter. Free heat. Bus stop in front. Avail now or March 1. $775 +. Please call (250)754-4605. NANAIMO DOWNTOWN 3 bdrm,1.5 bath, on-site laundry. NS/NP. $900. 250-754-1547. NORTH NANAIMO 3rd oor, 2bd., 5 appliances. NP/NS. March 1. $975. 250-729-3838 SOUTH NAN- LRG quiet, 2nd r, 2 bdrm, includes heat & insuite laundry, 55+, $795. 1 blk to shops/transit. 250-616-2513 UNIVERSITY AREA- 1 Bdrm $650+ hydro, small building, cat considered. 1 month free. Call Steve, 250-667-3009.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES 1-BDRM, FULL bath. F/S, W/D - very private. Close to Rutherford Rd - No pets, no smoking. Clean, bright unit. Avail immed. (250)758-4871. NANAIMO 1BDRM + den, 1150sq ft unit in 4-plex at 2506 Labieux Rd. for quiet tenant only, $850 + utils. N/P, nr bus stop. (Immed). 250-729-8969.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT
Call 250-245-2277
ROOMS FOR RENT NEAR VIU: Lrg bdrm, private bath, private ent., share kitchen/laundry. Suite student, young working person. Smoker friendly. Damage, cleaning dep. Ref’s. $420/mo. Call (250)754-8150.
SHARED ACCOMMODATION DEPARTURE BAY, lrg room; shared kitchen, bath, laundry. Cable, hydro, prkg incl. N/S Close to bus. $450/mo. (250)760-0842 Avail. immed.
SUITES, LOWER 1091 SILVER Mountain Drive1 bdrm, $675 inclds hydro. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
359 APPLEWOOD Crescent3 bdrm, 2 bath, $1095. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com COLLEGE HEIGHTS- upper executive home w/ocean view, 2 lrg bdrms, 1800sq ft. 1 yr lease. NS/NP. $1350+ 1/2 utils. Call (250)797-6968. NANAIMO- (close to University) 2 bdrm upper in newer home, 5 appls. $1000 inclds utils. NS/NP. Avail Mar 1. (250)739-1071.
TOWNHOUSES #10-1406 JinglePot Road. 1 bdrm, $875. Ardent Properties w w w. a r d e n t p r o p e r t i e s. c o m (250) 753-0881
#2-3231 Lauren Mary Place- 3 bdrm, 2 bath, $1000. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 855 HOWARD- 2 bdrms, $850. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO #101-550 BRADLEY St- 2 bdrms, $695. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
1 & 2 BDRM (Hospital Area) Quiet building with security cameras. Free storage & parking. New balcony & paint. Avail Now & March. 1 From $575 - $770.
250-754-2936 1360 GRAHAM Cres- 1 bdrm, $650 & 695. Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 205-99 CHAPEL Street- 1 bdrm, $875. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 301-1600 DUFFERIN Cres- 2 bdrm, $850. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com #307 3270 Ross Rd- 2 bdrm 1.5 bath, $800. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 3-1691 & 3-1695 Boundary Ave- 2 bdrm, $650. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 3185 BARONS Rd- 1 & 2 bdrms, $695 & $750. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 412 BRUCE Ave1 & 2 bdrms, $695 & $750. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com CLOSE TO Downtown. Large self contained studio $600. Small pet ok. 250-668-7462.
HOSPITAL AREA 1 & 2 Bdrms, FREE Heat & H/W. Adult building, wheelchair access, security cameras. New carpet, windows and paint. Small pet OK. From $675 plus mo. Call 250-753-6656. LONG LAKE MANOR, 3108 Barons Rd. 1 bdrm, close to all amenities. 250-751-134. NANAIMO: 1275 Dufferin Cres Renovated 2 Bdrm from $750/mth. Call 250-754-5412
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or call 753-8200 #100-319 Selby Street
MOBILE HOMES & PADS CEDAR: TRAILER, (large) 34 ft., very private 1.5 acres, near river, pets ok. Close to Hwy. N/S, no drinking. $800 mo + hydro. Call 250-734-1103
HOMES FOR RENT 1675 KING JOHN Way- 3 bdrms, 3 bath, $1875. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 1713 MOSSY Rd- 4 bdrms, 3 bath, $1550. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
2008 PONTIAC Torrent GXP, 110,000 KMS, all wheel drive, 6 speed automatic, power everything, heated leather, sunroof, bumper to bumper warranty. Fully loaded, asking $17,995 obo. (250)897-1266 or (250)897-2047.
2959 NEYLAND Rd- 4 bdrms, 2.5 bath, $1595. Call Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 301 WOODHAVEN- 4 bdrms, 3 bath, $1875. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 3197 MEXICAN Rd- 3 bdrms, 2 bath, $1450. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 3372 STEPHENSON Point Rd- 3 bdrm, 3 bath, $2200. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 928 TOWNSITE Rd- 3 bdrms, 2 bath, $1350. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com CEDAR AREA: Fully reno’d 2 bdrm home with fully reno’d 1 bdrm suite. Sep. entrances. Shared laundry. $1600/mo. Avail. Mar. 1st. N/S, pets nego. Call (604)789-8242. CHASE RIVER area: Small 2bdrm house, clean, quiet. Located in 55+, close to all amens, $575 (250)753-2185.
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2003 REXAIR CLASS A, 29 ft motor home. Excellent condition. Low mileage. Unique kitchen w/Corian countertops, Garage kept. Tow package & generator, N/P/N/S. $44,900. (250) 746-7808 2003 REX Air Motor Home. Well maintained, Class A, 29ft, as new. V10 motor, low mileage, garage kept. N/S and N/P $44,900. 1-250-746-7808
1993 Ford Explorer 326,914 K’s, 4 door, Greenish Blue, runs great, needs rear tires, Tranny slips a little. $1000 obo. Call 250-954-3372
TRUCKS & VANS
2006 20’ Adventure 80,000k. Immaculate condition, lot’s of extras. $30,000 O.B.O Please call 250-338-8206
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1989 NISSAN Pick-Up $3,100. 4-cyl, standard, great on gas, great cond. Full spare and cab, 177,000km. Maintenance records. (250)713-5264 1995 G10 CHEVY cargo vanV-6 Vortec engine. $2500. Call (250)746-8182. 2001 CHEVY 3/4 Ton Van, low mileage, good shape. $3,500. Phone (250)714-2804
Fast & Reliable
CINNIBAR VALLEY 2-bdrm, 4 appls. N/S, small pet. Parking. Refs. $850. inclds utils/internet Avail. immed. (250)740-0045 or (250)713-1314
No, it’s not a new car, it’s the Nanaimo News Bulletin Classifieds.
C. NANAIMO- Separate entrance, large, bright 2 bdrm lower. Shared laundry. $950 mo inclds utils. NP/NS. Avail now. Call (250)802-0436.
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College Heights 1 BDRM FURN QUIET BSMT SUITE. NEAR VIU. $600 includes utilities. 250-591-0618
DEPARTURE BAY spacious 1bdrm open concept, ground level suite. Private entry, F/S/DW, shr’d lndry, prkng. $750 incl. heat/hydro. N/S, N/P, Refs Req. (250)585-1067
2007 PONTIAC G5, 4 dr., 1.8L, 4 cyl, auto, p.s., p.b., radio/CD. good on gas. 60/40 backseat, 75,000 km, $5995. Must Sell! (250)597-1092
1997 CLASS C 24’ Slumber Queen, great oor plan, 109,000km, new tires, NP/NS. Well maintained, kept under cover, set up to tow. $16,500. Call for info; (250)746-7808
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
AUTO FINANCING
CEDAR: 10 min drive to Nanaimo and VIU. Fully furnished ground level 2 bdrm suite, 4 appl’s. Short term lease avail. NP/NS, seniors friendly. Call (250)722-7273.
DEPARTURE BAYbright 750sq ft 1 bdrm in quiet home, lrg kitchen/bath, no tub/laundry, outside smoking, small pet neg. $675 all inclusive. (250)739-9051.
2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ďŹ rm. 250-755-5191.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
TRANSPORTATION
1-BDRM NEWLY reno’d. Quiet, clean. $700. inclds utils. near VIU. Mar.1.250-591-1969
931 SPRING- 1 bdrm, $650 inclds hydro. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
PARKSVILLE, 2007, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Patio Home. 1426 sq.ft., Large yard & patio. #6 - 161 Shelly Rd. (Estuary Place). Call 250-951-0839
2005 CHEVY Trail Blazer LS Exc cond. 103,000km’s, 6cyl auto, air, cruise, privacy glass, many extras. $9,995. Call after 5pm or leave msg. 1 (250)754-0725
#12-1600 Morey Rd- 3 bdrms, $850. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
6583 JENKINS Rd- 3 bdrms, +den, 3 bath, $1195. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
TOWNHOUSES
MILE ZERO Motorsports Vancouver Islands Exclusive Arctic Cat dealer located just south of Nanaimo airport 313136 Thomas Rd, Ladysmith. Toll free: 1-866-567-9376 www.themilezero.com
Classifieds Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
DreamTeam Auto Financing “0� Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
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HOSPITAL AREA, 1 bdrm suite, level entry, priv ent, avail March. 1, $650 mo incls hydro, N/S, N/P. (250)758-5210 or (250)668-5480. NANAIMO- 1 BDRM suite, self-contained, $600. Call 250-716-6811, 250-753-4749. N. NANAIMO, 2 bdrm, close to North Town Centre, W/D, refs req’d, N/S, N/P, $900 mo utils incl’d, avail now. Call 250390-4692 or 250-618-1893. N Nanaimo: Carrington, newer 1bdrm furn. Sep. entry, F/S, Washer, full bath, $700 incl. utils & internet. N/S, N/P. Feb 1st - June 30. (250)751-0015 N. NANAIMO- “waterfront� (close to Woodgrove). Furn’d 1 large Master bdrm, N/S. Quiet & clean. Refs. $785 incls utils. 250-390-1805, 250-616-2906.
‘06 Chrysler Sebring Touring Sedan. Just inspected; passed all categories. 2.7L V6, PW/PL, sunroof, fog lamps, A/C, snow tires all around, Satin jade colour 173,000 km. $4000. Call (250)715-1236. 1988 CHEVY Caprice Classic, low mileage, 1 owner. $2250. Glass top Kenmore stove, white, $225. Both very nice. Please call (250)701-2035.
DEPARTURE BAY: 2 bdrm, patio, bright, gas F/P, parking, NS/NP. Avail March. 1. $950 util’s incld’d. (250)729-9155.
C. NANAIMO, 3 bdrm, 1 bath home w/ private fenced backyard, close to schools, parks & hospital, N/S, no partiers, $1300, Mar. 1. 250-816-2800.
OCEAN VIEW, lvl entry suite avail immed, North End on quiet St. Completely self contained. Lrg 1 bdrm w/ laundry. All util’s incl’d. NS/NP, Ref’s req’d. $800. 250-751-2557.
NANAIMO: 1 Bdrm sxs Duplex. Self-contained, W/D, priv yard, garden shed. Walk to shops, beach, bus. Refs. Avail.$650.+ utils. No partiers, N/S, cat ok? (250)751-4525.
S. NANAIMO- New 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 2 lrg parking stalls, sep ent, priv patio w/ fenced backyard, laundry hookup, free wiďŹ , very quiet area, NS/NP. Avail Mar. 1. $850. (250)753-7744.
NANAIMO- 3 bdrm home, with 1 bdrm suite, $1600 will rent separately. Call 250-7166811, 250-753-4749.
UNIVERSITY AREA, 1 bdrm fully furn’d, all inclusive, sep prkg/ent, all utils & cable incl’d, $800,avail now. 250-667-1045
1992 Crown Victoria 123,000 miles, unsurpassed for comfort, safety and reliability. Asking $1800. Please call 250-331-0361 TOYOTA MATRIX, dark blue. Only 17,000 km. Standard gears, manual windows & doors, diamond body coat, safeguard interior, Ziebart seal underneath. Basically one elderly driver, no accidents, regular servicing since new 2005. Discuss price. (250)245-2673.
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