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The planning process for a key piece of downtown property recently purchased by the city will soon begin with the assistance of several key community groups.

Last November, the city entered into a purchase agreement with Canadian Pacific to purchase 10.8 hectares of the Wellcox Yard at 7 Port Dr. for $3.4 million. The property, long considered a key piece of Nanaimo’s downtown development puzzle, is scheduled to transfer into the city’s hands Sunday (March 31).

On Monday, council directed staff to initiate the concept planning process for what is being called the South Downtown Waterfront Plan Project, and to approve the plan’s terms of reference.

“This will be the 30,000-foot view of potential land uses in the area,” said Andrew Tucker, the city’s director of planning. “I wouldn’t describe it as a detailed master plan as it’s too early in the planning process to achieve that level of detail.”

Groups invited to be part of the steering committee include Snuneymuxw First Nation, Nanaimo Port Authority, Island Corridor Foundation, Downtown Nanaimo Business Improvement Association, Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation, South

End Community Association, Plan Nanaimo Advisory Committee, Vancouver Island University, and at-large community representatives. The Regional District of Nanaimo will also be at the table with a $2-million investment in the property that will include a long-awaited transit hub.

The primary goal at this point is to build a transit node at the site that will include regional transit, passenger rail, regional bus lines and possibly even a downtown Nanaimo to downtown Vancouver foot passenger ferry.

“We’ve got an opportunity here with the addition of this 25 acres that we’ll own and the other lands adjacent to it to make them really exciting people places,” said Coun. Bill McKay. “I’d really like to see us include a conversation with ... our other stakeholders to really make this the jewel in our crown.”

Al Kenning, city manager, said it would be appropriate to also include assembly wharf lands as part of the discussion to ensure a “far-sighted approach.”

City staff recommended a preliminary planning stage due to several challenges, the first being the complexity of the property and its encumbrances and right of ways, as well as its multiple jurisdictions that includes city, Nanaimo Port Authority, provincial and First Nations.

Tucker said once a concept plan is developed, the public will be invited to provide input through a design charrette before the process moves into the master plan phase. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

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Douglas White III, Snuneymuxw First Nation chief, left, looks on as Ida Chong, B.C. aboriginal relations and reconciliation minister, addresses a gathering at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre Wednesday when the First Nation was given 877 hectares of land as part of a reconciliation agreement.

Land transferred to Snuneymuxw

BY CHRIS BUSH THE NEWS BULLETIN

Snuneymuxw First Nation received 877 hectares of land on Mount Benson as part of a reconciliation agreement announced Wednesday at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre.

The agreement, announced

by Ida Chong, aboriginal relations and reconciliation minister, between the province and the Snuneymuxw is designed

to bring economic benefits to the First Nation and increase certainty for business in the Nanaimo area. Chong called the agreement a milestone in the B.C. government’s relationship with Snuneymuxw First Nation.

“It is based on a foundation of respect and trust, which our two governments can build on for the future for this region and in particular for young people and generations to come,” Chong said.

Three parcels of land, totalling 877 hectares in the Mount Benson area, are intended to provide forestry-related economic opportunities to generate revenue and employment.

Chong said the properties would also offer potential economic opportunities for private sector partnerships.

A site where First Nations remains were found in Departure Bay was also transferred to Snuneymuxw. ◆ See ‘AGREEMENT’ /4

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float ferry tax credit Inbrief Conservatives Leader John Cummins tours Island city scene

Scavenger hunt gets cancelled The Easter Bunny won’t hop along the trails of the Morrell Nature Sanctuary this year.

The Morrell Society decided to cancel its annual scavenger hunt, which attracted more than 400 children and their family members last year, due to concerns about safety.

Nanaimo Lakes Road is still in the midst of ongoing construction and board members were worried about the availability of parking and the safety of children who would be walking along the roadway.

The board felt that not enough volunteers were available to place along the roadway to ensure a safe route for people accessing the scavenger hunt. The society said on its website that it hopes to continue the event next year with the help of more volunteers.

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Residents of British Columbia should not be penalized simply because of where they choose to live and work.

That’s the rationale behind the B.C. Conservatives’ plans for a tax credit for bridge tolls and ferry costs should the party form government following the May election.

John Cummins, party leader, and Bryce Crigger, candidate for the Nanaimo riding, met with the News Bulletin’s editorial board Tuesday, discussing a number of issues including the challenges facing B.C. Ferries.

“Every time we come over to the Island we hear about the high ferry fares,” said Cummins. “Get on with a car and passenger and it’s pricey, no question about it.

It’s something we wanted to address.”

Cummins said a glance at the Liberal government’s budget and the money available in B.C. shows simply increasing the subsidy to the ferry corporation isn’t possible at this point.

“Something needs to be done in the long term to fix the operation – making it more affordable – but at this

point, any major fix isn’t really in the cards until we take a better look and try to determine a better way of operating the corporation,” he said. “In the interim, the feeling was something had to be done to offer relief for frequent passengers on the ferries.”

The Conservatives propose to give a tax credit to people who spend more than $780 and less than $1,800 a year on ferry fares (and bridge tolls), excluding passengers.

The tax credit would be equal to 40 per cent, which could amount to as much as $408 a year per individual for a frequent traveller on the ferries.

“What goes hand-in-hand with that is we’re proposing eliminating the carbon tax that costs B.C. Ferries about $10 million a year,” said Cummins. “The elimination means $10 million in their pocket that they don’t have to spend.”

Cummins said the carbon tax is a disincentive to doing business in the province’s north and Vancouver Island.

“Goods brought in are more expensive because of the tax on fuel, and products of a community are more expensive to get to market,” he said.

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Bryce Crigger, left, B.C. Conservative Party candidate for Nanaimo, listens as leader John Cummins details party policy during an interview at the News Bulletin Tuesday.

“And at the end of the day, the tax hasn’t done what it was supposed to do and that was reduce B.C.’s carbon footprint.”

He said the transformation of B.C. Ferries into a standalone corporation with the government as the sole shareholder hasn’t worked.

“That’s not to say we’re prepared to get rid of it at this point, but it certainly needs a close and careful look,” he said. “B.C. Ferries for decades has operated as a fairly reasonable and

dependable operation.

“But in the last number of years, for some reason or another, it can’t seem to operate in a way that meets the expectation of frequent users. That has to change.”

Cummins also questions some of the business decisions by the corporation and its board, citing former CEO David Hahn’s pension package and the offices B.C. Ferries uses.

“Why do we have to have these palatial offices?” he asked. “Some of it might seem small, but it tells you

about the mentality of the people that are operating it.

“We have to get back to recognizing these are public assets to be operated for the benefit of the public who is the owner.” news@nanaimobulletin.com

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City staff developing plan for municipal food strategy Nanaimo residents have an appetite for a municipal food strategy.

Earlier this month, more than 65 people attended a workshop to begin the discussion on a local food strategy that includes food security, developing local food systems, encouraging partnerships in food distribution and ensuring access to nutritious food for all of Nanaimo’s citizens.

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“We discussed what is food and how does it relate specifically to Nanaimo and what makes Nanaimo unique when it comes to food,” said Jensen.

“There was a lot of talk about community gardens, there was a lot of talk about how we market ourselves, how local farmers can get food to local markets, how to

make food more affordable. Some of it was very specific and some of it was more of an overview.”

In 2011, the City of Nanaimo was given $9,500 in grant money from Vancouver Island Health Authority to initiate the development of a food charter after the city included it as a priority in its 2008 official community plan.

The March 9 workshop, which included a presentation called Energizing a Unique Food Culture and Economy in Nanaimo by guest speaker Mark Holland, was the first

step in developing the strategy.

“I attended and it was exciting to spend some time there,” said Coun.

Fred Pattje. “At some point somebody asked me why is the city in the business of food security. Well, it is part of the community plan and I think it’s a very appropriate thing for us to be involved in.”

City staff are now in the process of absorbing the input provided at the workshop and will put an outline before council before further public consultation takes place. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

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◆ From /1 The agreement also creates engagement protocols to exchange information on the Douglas Treaty, to discuss requirements to establish a framework for landuse referrals, and to start a dialogue on the future use and management of the Nanaimo River Estuary. Snuneymuxw First Nation’s operating permit for Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park will be extended for two years and there will also be discussion of possible longerterm management arrangements.

Snuneymuxw will be allowed to maintain their presence on the island and create economic opportunities for their people.

Doug White III,

Snuneymuxw First Nation chief, discussed the difficulties his people have faced living on a 16-hectare reserve.

“It’s our responsibility and duty to our people – to the young ones the minister (Chong) referred to – to the next generations, to do what we can to make sure what we leave to the next generation is a better situation than the one that we were born into,” White said.

He said Snuneymuxw have been standing up to governments since before Canada became a nation to get them to pay attention to treaty relationships.

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“To assist with negotiation and developing a more effective consultation process our B.C. government is contributing an initial $50,000 to the Snuneymuxw First Nation.”

Chong credited Parksville-Qualicum MLA Ron Cantelon for his continued work over several years to help bring the agreement to fruition.

“He has been relentless in ensuring that this day would happen,” Chong said. photos@nanaimobulletin.com

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District of Nanaimo chairman Joe Stanhope and Sheila Malcolmson, Islands Trust chairwoman and Gabriola Island trustee, met March 12 with Mary Polak, minister of transportation and infrastructure, and NDP MLAs to discuss the recently released Ferry Consultation Report and concerns the regional districts have with the ferry system and its impact on the lives of coastal B.C. residents.

Po l a k s a i d t h a t although she recognized the challenges and regarded affordability as a key component of the sustainability of B.C. Ferries, there would be no more funding available this year and probably none in 2014. She also noted there would be service cuts.

Prices for vehicle and passenger fares will rise by 4.1 per cent on average on all B.C. Ferries routes across the fleet on Monday (April 1). Fares will also rise in 2014 (four per cent) and 2015 (3.9 per cent).

Malcolmson said the Islands Trust recognizes the province has competing demands on its budget, but they are going to ask what they think the trust’s communities need.

“We’ve asked for a rollback on the fare increases of 25 per cent,” she said. “That is probably more than the province will be able to find in its budget, but doing that would bring the fare increases over the last 10 years back closer to the rate of inflation and have the traffic start to return.”

As for service cuts, Malcolmson said it depends on what routes and what types of cuts.

“Islands Trust recognizes there are probably efficiencies out there to find, and we need a much better process to consult with communities on what that would look like,” she said. “But in the big picture, talking about service cuts while fares are continuing to go up more than the rate of inflation feels mean spirited.

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At the meeting with o p p o s i t i o n M L A s, which included Maurine Karagianis, opposition ferry critic, (Esquimalt-Metchosin), the district representatives expressed their views on the ferry system’s effects on their regions.

The MLAs advised the group that, if the NDP were to form the next government, they would like to make significant changes in the operations of the coastal ferry service.

Karagianis also said there would have to be a thorough review of the province’s finances before any actions could be put in place.

“They were certainly echoing back the things the coastal chairs around the table were saying as to impacts on communities,” said Malcolmson.

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Public questions city budget spending in e-town hall SOCIAL MEDIA, website used to create discussion prior to council meeting at Shaw Auditorium.

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Cycling infrastructure, why council spent $100,000 on a toilet, tax rates and how much the city spends on its assets were just a few of the budget issues Nanaimo residents had on their minds during the city’s first e-town hall budget meeting Monday.

Nanaimo residents had an opportunity to address city council with questions or comment through Facebook, Twitter, webform, phone, and in person with real time responses from politicians and city staff broadcast live on television from the Shaw Auditorium.

Council and staff responded to 24 ques-

tions in the 90-minute period.

Another 16 questions and comments were in the queue when time ran out before council got down to regular business. Those questions will be addressed by council through an information report.

Philip Cooper, the city’s communications manager, said the technology developed by the city’s IT staff worked well and the format of the question-answer period was efficient and productive.

“I think if we broke it down there was an even balance of questions from the web, Twitter and Facebook,” said Cooper, who acted as the town hall’s orator. “But for our first time doing

this I think we got some great results and feedback from the community. This format lends itself well to providing yet another way for residents to engage local government and be a part of the process.”

Another e-town hall meeting down the road is likely – probably ffor next year’s budget – and Cooper said if he would change anything it would be to establish a way to have responses posted through social media as well as verbally.

“In this case we were using, for example, Twitter, but we weren’t using social

media to reply,” said Cooper. “If we were to improve [the e-town hall] we’d have that interaction occurring through the Twitter channel itself in addition to being addressed in a televised forum.”

Nanaimo is the first municipality on Vancouver Island and the second in B.C. – White Rock is the other – to host an e-town hall budget meeting for its residents.

Coun. George Anderson introduced the idea in an effort to follow the city’s corporate strategic plan priority of ‘taking responsibility to be an excellent municipal

government.’

“As the mayor told me, if it went well all of council would take credit and if it didn’t it was my fault,” joked Anderson. “But this gives us a clear mandate that this is one of the forums that the public wants to get involved in and engaged with so we should continue to look for opportunities to make sure it can

happen again in the future, and perhaps just not on the budget but on other topics as well.”

Other questions from the public included how much green initiatives save the city annually, why commercial tax rates are higher in Nanaimo than comparable cities in B.C., and how much money senior levels of gov-

ernment contributed toward the $65-milion water treatment plant.

The entire e-town hall can be viewed at www.nanaimo.ca by clicking on ‘council agendas’.

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Credit a start, but won’t float There’s an old belief that goes along the lines of “not bad, but it could be better.”

That sums up the B.C. Conservatives’ proposed tax credit for bridge tolls and ferry costs.

If the Conservatives form the government following the May election, they propose a 40 per cent tax credit to frequent travellers who spend more than $780 and less than $1,800 a year on B.C. Ferries’ fares.

It applies strictly to a driver and vehicle – excluding vehicle passengers – and could amount to a credit of $408 a year.

While the tax credit hinges on the Conservatives getting elected to power May 14, it’s at the very least a bone the increasingly frustrated travelling public can latch onto.

It’s more than any other political party in B.C. has come up with. And it’s better than cutting sailings with one hand while increasing fares with the other. It’s painfully clear no one has any idea how to fix the money-sucking hole in the water that is B.C Ferries.

So, the tax credit is a start, but it doesn’t go far enough.

The credit floor of $780 should be the first thing to go. All ferry users should have a shot at getting some of their money back.

At $120 per driver and vehicle return from Vancouver Island to the Lower Mainland – more come the fare increase Monday (April 1) – travellers need to complete seven trips a year to collect a rebate.

That’s tough considering many passengers walk on and catch transit on the other side to avoid the high vehicle costs. Are those efforts worth any less than taking a vehicle onboard?

After all, all taxpayers cover the more than $150-million subsidy the government provides B.C. Ferries, and this tax credit, however positive, would be more of the same. We all deserve a break.

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Ottawa takes a step toward training The B.C. election campaign industrial revolution.

Fortunately, there is a mid-term that’s about to get underway will federal government that has feature lots of talk about skills training. acted. Last week’s federal budget It will be everyone’s top priorlaunches new programs that the next B.C. government will have to ity, along with a dozen other top priorities. go along with.

But since elections are no time Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s government didn’t claw to deal with serious issues, don’t expect much frank discussion back post-secondary funds from about ways to redirect B.C. and other inept provinces, as some our increasingly soft, B.C. urban society toward had feared. What we VIEWS useful work. Somebody got from Ottawa was social engineering, might be offended.

Tom Fletcher The B.C. Liberals see Conservative style.

Black Press lots of skilled, techniThe centrepiece is the “Canada Job cal jobs on the horizon, but they cut their skills Grant,” a $5,000-grant to employers willing to training budget and match it and train an many of their MLAs are also looking at a unemployed person. To career change. The B.C. qualify, the province has to match as well, for school system, like that of other provinces, still a total $15,000 commitpushes kids to university proment to one worker who will have a job to go to. grams that lead to coffee-serving jobs and the need for another Delta-Richmond East MP Kerryround of training.

Lynne Findlay was one of the This has been going on since the Conservatives out to promote the 1970s, and it’s not confined to B.C. budget. She said when the Canada The B.C. NDP apparently Job Grant is fully rolled out, it will fund training for 130,000 people a expects to coast to victory with year. Some will be young people, the same empty rhetoric about but there will also be older work“income inequality” and student debt that they’ve been using for ers whose skills need upgrading. years.

“If they’re willing to look at the Their only discernible intent jobs that are available and underis to return control over how stand that that’s their best shot at many apprentices can be on a job making a living and being able to support their own families some site to industrial unions, which severely restrict it, squeezing out day, we want to be sure that the small business. This team’s ideas opportunities are there,” Findlay are mostly left over from the last said.

The difference is that it has to be what an employer needs, not what the student might prefer. It’s a public-private partnership, as we have seen with modern public works.

Findlay acknowledged that even with a big push on training, Canada will still need to import foreign workers.

In B.C. we are bracing for an unprecedented resource boom, much of it in the B.C. Interior and north. That’s one reason for a $241-million increase over five years to the federal Income Assistance Program for aboriginal reserves. The new money is available only if the community leadership commits to a mandatory training component. They didn’t call it Idle No More, but that’s the gist of it.

Of course, no worker or province or band council is required to participate. They have the option to leave the federal money on the table. But the NDP should note that the Canada Job Grant applies to union-run apprenticeship schools as well as those in community colleges and technical institutes. Saying no isn’t much of a choice.

Whatever grand promises the B.C. Liberals and NDP have wrien into their yet-to-be-released election platforms, they will need to find the money to participate. ◆ Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Human rights movements around the globe have been pivotal in supporting open, democratic societies where individuals can lead safe, happy and fulfilled lives.

The movements have been critical in building societies, including B.C.’s, that aspire to eliminate discrimination against individuals because of their race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disabilities, sex, sexual orientation or political belief.

Human rights movements have opened employment doors, helped people put roofs over their heads, and curbed exposure to hateful comments and ideas.

Ten years ago, the British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal, as we now know it, was created and the new direct access model – the first of its kind in Canada – strengthened our dispute resolution mechanisms for ensuring that the rights of individuals are

protected.

Under the direct access model, human rights complaints go directly to the tribunal, which handles the complaint from start to finish.

This process is efficient and accountable.

When reflecting on the services offered by the tribunal, it’s important to understand how it works and what it represents. The tribunal is an independent, quasi-judicial body responsible for screening, mediating and adjudicating human rights complaints in a manner consistent with the purposes as stated in the Human Rights Code.

Its commitment and innovation in providing services to British Columbians is reflected in the number of cases the tribunal addresses annually.

In 2011-12, it received almost 1,100 new cases and responded to more than 10,000 telephone and e-mail enquiries.

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The tribunal’s commitment to continuous improvement helps to make services to British Columbian’s even better. In recent years, the tribunal has streamlined the way complaints are resolved and results of this reform have been remarkable.

As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the direct access model implemented through changes to the Human Rights Code that were brought into force in March 2003, I ask all British Columbians to reflect on how fortunate we are to live in an open and tolerant society, and how important it remains for citizens around the globe to keep challenging the status quo in jurisdictions that don’t have effective human rights protection. ◆ Shirley Bond is B.C. Minister of Justice and Attorney General.

Government hamstrings seniors’ advocate To the Editor, Legislation to create a seniors’ advocate was passed on March 14.

Unfortunately, the advocate will be limited to serving at the discretion of government and will therefore be unable to play the watchdog role that seniors need it to.

While I am pleased that the position is being created, without a truly independent advocate, and in the absence of other comprehensive action on the part of government to improve seniors’ care, we cannot address the systemic challenges seniors face.

This legislation comes one year after the release of the B.C. Ombudsperson’s

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The ombudsperson’s findings indicate that the Ministry of Health

has, in many cases, failed to fulfill its leadership role for seniors’ care in our province.

Given there is little evidence in the 2013 budget to suggest our government intends to take serious action on seniors’ care, one advocate that is tied to government cannot fill that gap.

Rick Tuner co-chairman B.C. Health Coalition

Citizens pay for China ties To the Editor, Re: Canada cuts direct foreign aid to China, News Bulletin Daily, March 21.

What was our Canadian government thinking when it was giving China $30 million in bilateral aid?

The same major economic manufacturer of consumer products that has cost thousands of Canadian workers their jobs.

Yet another ripoff of the Canadian taxpayer and another nail in this country’s coffin.

Canada is a little fish swimming in a large global pond and it is the taxpayer who ends up having to pay for it.

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President George W. Bush and his Saskatchewan is booming from oil, successor, Barack Obama, commitgas and uranium revenues, and ted hundreds of billions of dollars B.C. Premier Christy Clark plans to to bail out banks and automobile vastly expand exploitacompanies – without tion of liquefied natural imposing any conditions SCIENCE gas, which requires that might get them to MATTERS huge amounts of energy change their ways. I and involves the highly was astounded at the David Suzuki contentious practice of speed and scale of these fracking. actions, compared to the While Quebec Preineffectual snail’s pace mier Pauline Marois on ecological issues that maintains a moratothreaten the survival of rium on fracking, New our species and our way Brunswick Premier of life and society.

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Inbrief Host of emotions covered in family workshops city scene

Mall offers day of Easter fun Nanaimo North Town Centre is egg-cited to be celebrating Easter Saturday (March 30).

Photos with the Easter Bunny will be available at a suggested donation of $3. All donations support the Nanaimo Child Development Centre.

Children can join in the make and take art activity through the Creative Escape Art Programs, Easter goodies will be available and adults can enter to win $250 in prizes.

The event will be held in the mall’s centre court.

For more information, please call 250-7588111.

Nanaimo Family Life Association tackles a full range of human emotions through a series of evening spring workshops.

T he workshops r un Tuesdays beginning April

9 from 6-9 p.m. at 1070 Townsite Rd., and include: healthy self-esteem, April 9; effective communication, April 16; personal boundaries, April 23; assertiveness skills, April 30; stress man-

agement, May 7; managing anger, May 14, conflict resolution, May 21; grief and loss, May 28; and creating change, June 4.

To pre-register, please call 250-754-3331, ext. 716.

Nanaimo Family Life Association was founded in 1967 as a non-profit private society, the first family life centre to operate in B.C. Its mission is to provide

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atalie MacMaster’s passion for fiddle music grows stronger as she tutors her children in the art form that has been part of her family for generations.

“Fiddle music is plain and simple and it’s in my ancestry and part of my family tree,” she said. “Musicianship is in my blood.”

Her four-year-old daughter started learning a month ago and her two older children already play the fiddle.

“I am made more passionate about it through them,” she said. “I want them to learn it. They are naturally gifted so it’s a joy.”

As a mother of five, she said balancing life and work has its challenges, but it’s not something the family sits down and tries to calculate. MacMaster, who is married to fellow fiddler Donnell Leahy, said the kids always come first.

“We have the attitude of let’s just let life pull us along,” she said.

For more than three decades MacMaster’s grace with the fiddle bow and invigorating performances have entertained audiences around the world. The musician collects traditional jigs, reels and strathspeys and makes them her own.

When MacMaster takes the stage she turns into the performer. Sharing music with others is something that brings her joy.

“Music is such a freeing thing. It is so true and right,” she said.

When she performs she takes note of the responses of the audience.

“When someone likes to hear something it takes my attention. I listen with them and it makes me tap my foot. It produces an emotional and physical response,” she said.

MacMaster is performing in Nanaimo at the Port Theatre Wednesday (April 3). She’ll play songs from her latest album Cape Breton Girl as well as some new pieces she’s been working on. MacMaster said her music has the ability to appeal to a wide range of people.

Tickets are $47.50 and are available by calling 250754-8550, at the Port Theatre box office, located at 125 Front St., or online at www.porttheatre.com.

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Birds grace canvas for exhibit Birds of every kind of flock or gaggle are the subject of a painting exhibit by Grant Leier.

His exhibit, called Bird, is on display at Gabriola’s Keep Calm and Carry On Gallery Friday (March 29) from 7-9 p.m. and Saturday (March 30) 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a special artist talk at 1 p.m.

In his exhibit, Leier shows off his love for patterns and colours. His work consists of paintings of herons, geese, eagles and other smaller avian specimens.

Leier’s artistic career has spanned more than three decades, but he continues to learn, explore different techniques and push boundaries.

“I am completely over the moon about what I have learned about painting in the past few months,” he said in a press release. “I am most excited about the multiple glazing and dragging of the canvas with transparent acrylic … the colours are enhanced and the mood of the piece is altered dramatically.”

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Friday, April 26th at 7:30pm Pre-show chat 6:45pm

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Brooks rocks at co-housing Jon Brooks is performing a concert at Pacific Gardens Co-housing Sunday (March 31).

Doors open at 7 p.m. and the music starts at 7:30 p.m.

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Homage to Johnny David James and Big River perform at Simon Holt on April 5 at 9:30 p.m. James is regarded as one of the world’s leading Johnny Cash tribute artists. Tickets are $20 in advance from the restaurant or $25 at the door. For more information please go to www.johnnycashtribute.ca.

Museum seeks groovy items for exhibit The Gabriola Museum is seeking groovy artifacts.

The museum is trying to create a new

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The hippie exhibit is scheduled to open on the May long weekend, but the museum board is looking for help from community members to acquire artifacts from the ’60s and ’70s for the exhibit.

Artifacts are needed for long-term loans, which would consist of a 10-year loan period, o r a we l l - d e f i n e d shorter period for a minimum of one year.

The majority of artifacts are slated to reside in the feature exhibit, a migrating hippie-van. Anyone with any of the following artifacts they are willing to loan are asked to contact the exhibit designer.

Ar tif acts needed include posters, audio files including 8-tracks or tapes, clothing, accessories, fabrics, furnishing and miscellaneous items such as musical instruments, dream catchers and others.

Gabriola event posters, news clips of photos of events on Gabriola during those eras are also welcome.

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For more information about the types of artifacts on the museum’s wish list please go to www.gabriola museum.org.

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POEM GALLERY Unveiling at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library in celebration of National Poetry month, includes readings by local poets. April 7, 1-3 p.m.

MUSIC BLACK FLAMINGO plays the Queen's tonight (March 28).

TOY ZEBRA plays the Queen's Friday (March 29) and Saturday (March 30).

FRED SALIANI performs at Acme Food Co. Friday (March 29).

J-SMITH'S moving away bash featuring the SLAGS, Gastric Acid and Pistol Whipped Friday (March 29) at the Cambie. Starts at 9 p.m. $5 admission.

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THEO MASSOP and Dean Doyle play the Landlubber Pub Saturday (March 30).

JOHNNY INAPPROPRIATE plays the Harewood Arms pub Saturday (March 30).

DUUS AND WHISKY SONGS at the Cambie Saturday (March 30) starting at 9 p.m. $5 admission.

NATALIE MCMASTER performs at the Port Theatre Wednesday (April 3) 7:30 p.m.

Tickets $47.50 by calling 250-754-8550 or www.porttheatre.com.

DAVID JAMES and Big River play Simonholt April 5. Tickets $20 in advance from restaurant or $25 at the door.

ROAD APPLES plays the Harewood Arms Pub April 6.

JUBILATE Spring concert by the Malaspina Choir April 7, 3 p.m. at the ET Family Church.

Tickets $20/$15 students by calling 250754-8550 at the Port Theatre box office or at the door.

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Arts and culture organizations looking for a little financial help to host an event downtown can apply for a boost to support their endeavours.

The Downtown Nanaimo Business Improvement Association is accepting applications for 2013-14 grants.

Events must have the potential to attract both residents and visitors,

TimeMachine is cranking up good old rock ’n’ roll hits during a music trivia night at the Fairwinds Golf Club on April 26.

People are invited to listen to the tunes from the ’60s and ’70s and test

promoting downtown Nanaimo.

They should demonstrate a good potential for economic impact on the area and the grant is designed to assist events and festivals that use services and facilities within the business improvement area.

The amount of the grant can’t exceed more than 25 per cent of the

budget. The application deadline is May 31. The financial or in-kind support is aimed at helping create new events or support existing programs.

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Doors open at 5 p.m. and the music begins at 6 p.m.

For more information or to reserve a spot, please call 250-468-9915 or e-mail cstephen@fairwinds.ca.

HOLY WEEK SERVICES IN NANAIMO St. Paul’s Attend The Anglican Church Church Of Your Meeting at Choice This Wellington Community Hall Easter.

29 Church Street

EASTER SERVICES:

Maundy Thursday 7:00 pm. Institution of the Lord’s Supper Good Friday - Liturgy of the Hours: 10 am, 11 am (with Choir) and Noon Holy Saturday - 8 pm. The Service of First Light Easter Sunday - 8 am, 10:30 am. Holy Communion

3922 Corunna Ave., Nanaimo 10:00 a.m. every Sunday Non-denominational 250-618-2952

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March 24 - 10:30 am - Palm Sunday Service March 28 - 7:00 pm - Maundy Thursday Service March 29 - 10:30 am - Good Friday Joint Service at St. Andrew’s United Church (311 Fitzwilliam St.)

March 31 - 10:30 am - Easter Sunday Service

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 394 Sheperd Avenue, Nanaimo

Sundayy off the Passion with the liturgy gy off the Palms March 24 - 8am Book of Common Prayer - 10am Contemporary Service - Palm Procession beginning outside Maundyy Thursdayy - March 28, 7pm Foot Washing, Communion, & Stripping of the Altar Good Fridayy - March 29, 10:00am - Stations of the cross Holyy Saturdayy - March 30, 8pm The Great Vigil held at St. Paul’s, Nanaimo Easter Sundayy - March 31 - 8am Sonrise Service at the beach (at Oar Road) 10am Easter Service with the Flower Cross

ST. PETER’S PARISH

301 Machleary St. Nanaimo HOLY THURSDAY MARCH 28THH ~ 4:30pm Gabriola Isl. 7:30pm Mass St. Peter’s

Tennebrae (Darkness) Service 7:00 p.m.

Easter Sunday - March 31st

GOOD FRIDAY MARCH 29THH ~ 3pm Liturgy of the Word & Stations of the Cross (no Mass)

Easter Sunday 10:30 a.m.

EASTER VIGIL SATURDAY MARCH 30THH ~ 11am Blessing of the Food, 8pm Easter Vigil Mass

Everyone is Welcome

EASTER SUNDAY MARCH 31STT ~ 8:30am & 10:30am Mass, 4:30pm Gabriola Isl.

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HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE with Fr. Jozef Kobos, SDS PALM SUNDAY MASS Mar 23 6:00 pm & Mar 24 8am & 9am HOLY THURSDAY MASS Mar 28 7:30 pm followed by Adoration GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE E Mar 29 3:00 pm followed by individual confession BLESSING OF FOOD Mar 30 noon EASTER VIGIL Mar 30 8:00 pm EASTER DAY MASS Mar 31 8 am & 9 am PARISH MISSION Apr 6-11 with Fr. Larre

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Holyy Week Services Mar. 24 - 11:00 am Palm Sunday Intergenerational Trinity Mar. 28 - 7:00 pm Maundy Thursday - Foot & Hand Washing and Prayer Vigil - Chemainus United Mar. 29 - 10:30 am Good Friday Service 311 Fitzwilliam St. St. Andrew’s United Mar. 31 - 7:30 am Easter Sunrise Service 7273 Bayview Rd., Lantzville 11:00 am Easter Sunday Intergenerational Communion Service at Trinity

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Palm Sunday, 10:00 am Good Friday, 10:00 am Easter Sunday morning 10:00 am

Church Service, Sunday - 10:30 am

Reading Room 11:00 am - 4 pm Friday 20 Chapel Street Downtown

St. Mary the Protectress 594 Karls Way, Parksville

Come join us for our Easter Celebrations May 5th Easter Divine Liturgy and Basket Blessings Starts at 6 a.m.

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Palm Sunday March 24th at 10:30 am

Good Friday March 29th at 10:30 am A combined service with Brechin & Trinity United held at St. Andrew’s United

Easter Sunday March 31st at 10:30 am Please bring a flower

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VOLUME 14, ISSUE 4 - MARCH 2013

CITY OF NANAIMO MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT REPORT

ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE NEXT REVIEW PERIOD FOR OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENTS APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE 2013-MAY-01 Council adopted planNanaimo as the City’s Official Community Plan (OCP) 2008 Bylaw No. 6500 on 2008-SEP-08. Council’s policy under Goal Seven Work Towards A Sustainable Nanaimo, is to consider general OCP amendment applications twice a year.

Under the approved process, Council will consider applications received by 2013-MAY-01 for general Official Community Plan amendments. The final decision regarding bylaws before Council in this review period will normally occur prior to 2013-OCT-31.

General Plan amendment applications received after 2013-MAY-01 will not be considered for a Plan amendment until the next review period.

Information and application forms are available by contacting: Community Planning Section Community Safety and Development Divison Service & Resource Centre 411 Dunsmuir Street, Nanaimo Ph (250) 755-4483

2013 WOODSTOVE CHANGEOUT PROGRAM Trade in your Smokey belcher for a new EPA or CSA-certified CLEAN BURN technology wood/ pellet/gas stove or insert.

RECEIVE A $250 REBATE (WHILE QUANTITIES LAST) Visit one of the participating retailers to pick up your rebate voucher today. Many retailers have additional rebates available. Details about the program and participating retailers are available on the City’s website at www.nanaimo.ca/goto/burnitsmart Questions? E-mail woodstovechangeout@nanaimo.ca g or call 250-755-4483 SMARTER BURNING, CLEANER LIVING Did you know that by upgrading to CLEANER BURN technology, you can save firewood and time (efficient woodstoves use 1/3 less wood) and reduce wood smoke emissions by up to 90%.

Smart operating practices include burning seasoned wood (split and dried for a least six months), not allowing fires to smolder, and never burning accelerants, chemically treated wood, plastics, rubber and other noxious materials.

WATER MAIN FLUSHING Water main flushing is used to clean the distribution system water mains of sediments that have accumulated inside the pipe. The flushing program in the City of Nanaimo is conducted annually. This is one of the methods that the City of Nanaimo Public Works Water Operations Department uses to help keep the drinking water in the City of Nanaimo safe and clean.

Annual Water Main Flushing Annual water main flushing program starts in February with our water supply mains from South Forks dam.

Between March and May crews flush the in-town water distribution mains starting in the Harewood-Old City Area then through town to finish flushing in the north end of Nanaimo and in Cinnabar Valley. While this program is underway, short periods of low pressure and discoloured water can be expected.

Any discolouration is temporary and not a health hazard. Users are asked to minimize their water consumption if a change in water appearance is noticed. To clear your water lines, turn on your cold water tap until the water runs clear.

Advance Notification Specific area and dates of water distribution main flushing are published annually on the City Page in the local newspaper at the end of February. Businesses will receive advance warning of flushing in their area if a request to be notified is received.

Call Public Works Water Operations to arrange for an advance warning or for additional information about water main flushing.

Tel: 250 758-5222.

CITY OF NANAIMO ACCEPTS NO LIABILITY FOR LOW WATER PRESSURE, INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGES CAUSED DURING ITS FLUSHING PROGRAM.

Notice To All Business and Residential Water Users

CITY HAPPENINGS COUNCIL KEY DATE CALENDAR - 2013 All City of Nanaimo Council Meetings and Public Hearings commence at 7:00 p.m., and will be held in the Shaw Auditorium, Port of Nanaimo Centre, located at 80 Commercial Street.

All City of Nanaimo Committee of the Whole Meetings commence at 4:30 p.m., and will be held in the Shaw Auditorium, Port of Nanaimo Centre, located at 80 Commercial St.

March 29 9 ..................... GOOD FRIDAY April 1 ...................EASTER MONDAY April 4 ............................Public Hearing April 8 ...................... Council Meeting April 12 to 14 ............................. AVICC Convention - Sooke April 15 ....... Committee of the Whole April 22 ....................... Council Meeting May 2...........................Public Hearing May 6............. Committee of the Whole May 13...................... Council Meeting

An extensive water flushing program will be carried out on the Nanaimo water systems from March 4 to May 3, 2013.

MAYOR

City of Nanaimo waterworks crews will be flushing water mains in the following areas:

COUNCILLORS

April p 2 to April p 5: the Bowen Rd./ Meredith Rd./ Northfield Rd. area, the Rosstown Rd./ Labieux Rd./ Diver’s Lake area, the Uplands Dr./Turner Rd./Lost Lake Rd./ Rutherford Rd. area April p 8 to April p 12: the Metral Dr./ Aulds Rd./ Brannen Lake area, the North end of Hammond Bay Rd./ Applicross Rd./ Dover Rd./ Dickinson Rd., the Eagle Point/ McGirr Rd. area These dates depend on the quality of water and the length of time required to remove accumulated silt.

During the flushing period, commercial and residential users may experience some discoloration in water supplies. We recommend that you do laundry on weekends or evenings to avoid discoloration of clothes, etc. This discoloration will have no harmful effects on the health of the persons using the water.

Customers with medical equipment requiring continuous water supply, and those who may be inconvenienced by reduced water pressure are requested to contact the Public Works Department.

Please direct any questions you may have regarding this program to the office noted below.

Public Works Department 2020 Labieux Road Phone: 250-758-5222

John Ruttan - Res: 250-390-4724 George Anderson - Cell: 250-713-8201 Bill Bestwick - Res: 250-753-7065 Diane Brennan - Cell: 250-713-6996 Ted Greves - Res. 250-729-0714 Diana Johnstone - Res: 250-754-9996 Jim Kipp - Res: 250-753-5212 Bill McKay - Cell: 250-668-5969 Fred Pattje - Res: 250-758-7575

Email Address: Phone: Fax: Mailing Address:

mayor&council@nanaimo.ca (250) 755-4400 (250) 754-8263 455 Wallace St., Nanaimo, BC, V9R 5J6

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE SEE THE CITY’S WEBSITE AT:

www.nanaimo.ca

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Some things went well on opening weekend for the VIBI Mariners, except, unfortunately, in the win column.

After getting swept to start the Canadian College Baseball Conference season, Nanaimo’s Vancouver Island Baseball Institute (0-4) will be looking for a turnaround in the standings.

The M’s have kept busy, playing an exhibition doubleheader Monday and scheduling another for today (March 28).

There are some specifics that VIBI wants to work on after last weekend’s losses to the defending-champion Prairie Baseball Academy Dawgs.

Manager Jordan Blundell said he wants his pitchers to try to make sure they throw first-pitch strikes when there are men on base.

“If we give up a bag … we want to jump ahead on the next guy … forcing them to put the ball in play,” he said. “Forcing them to beat us with the bats and not get into counts where they can sit on a pitch and take a big rip.”

His staff didn’t get a lot of opportunities to pitch with a lead last weekend, but when they do, he said, they can take advantage

GREG SAKAKI/THE NEWS BULLETIN

Vancouver Island Baseball Institute Mariners batter Ty Armstrong swings at a pitch during an exhibition game against the Sherwood Park Athletics on Monday afternoon at Serauxmen Stadium. The M’s won 5-4.

knowing that the other team might be a bit more free-swinging.

At the plate, Blundell said guys need to learn that every at-bat is precious and they can’t throw any away.

Specifically, he said hitters could shorten up on some of their swings.

“Instead of fouling that pitch off, maybe by being a little bit shorter we’re going to be able to square it up and hit it somewhere productive,” he said. ◆ See ‘M’s’ /B4

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A Sherwood Park Athletics would-be base stealer is out by a mile during Monday’s game against the VIBI Mariners at Serauxmen Stadium.

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Pirates use exhibitions to get ready The Nanaimo Pirates are deciding on a starting lineup. So exhibition games against an Island rival should help determine guys’ compete level, at least.

The Hub City Paving Pirates take on the Victoria Mariners on Friday (March 29) in B.C. Premier Baseball League pre-season action. The premier Pirates have already gotten in six spring training games, winning four of them.

“We’re taking a good look at a lot of new guys at different spots so we need these games to evaluate,” said Doug Rogers, Pirates manager.

It’s a different experience for the skipper, as he’s mostly worked with the same group of youths over the last decade, but now some others are starting to age up to the premier level.

“Now I’ve got a bunch of new kids coming in that I’ve never coached before, which is quite a bit of fun,” he said. “We get to see a new perspective, learn different personalities and teach Pirate baseball.”

One attribute of Pirate baseball is strong games against the Victoria Mariners, contenders every year in the BCPBL. “We want to send a message right away that we’re here to play and we’re not going to be knocked off in our own ballpark,” Rogers said.

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The B.C. Football Conference announced its 2013 schedule this week. Nanaimo’s V.I. Raiders will start the season July 27 in Victoria against the Westshore Rebels.

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Two local youths enjoyed home-alley advantage and won provincial championships.

JoJo Anglin, 18, and Gregory Sorensen, 15, won Youth Bowling Canada’s B.C. titles earlier this month at Nanaimo’s Splitsville Entertainment 10-pin alley.

Anglin said she went into the competition just happy to be there, not feeling like she had to win. But after a strong first game, she “had it locked,” she said, and kept in contention. She went into her fifth and final game trailing by 20 pins, and made up exactly what she needed, 21 pins, in the last game.

“There was some drama,” she said.

Even though the lanes were familiar, Anglin said bowling for a championship is

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JoJo Anglin and Gregory Sorensen of Splitsville Entertainment are provincial champions in their divisions and will compete at nationals in May.

a little different than usual league play.

“It’s more serious – if you want to win you need to push yourself,” she said. “You’re just more interested in the game. It’s not about fooling around, you’re just focused on bowling and winning.”

Sorensen said it didn’t seem like too much added pressure at provincials, as he’s competed at that level many times.

“After bowling for years and going to lots of provincials, you know everyone, so it’s sort of more fun bowling in provincials,” he said.

Still, he avoided looking at the scoreboard until he had rolled his last ball, and saw he had an insurmountable lead.

“I was pretty excited,” he said.

The youths now get to compete at YBC

nationals in Vancouver in early May. In the meantime, Sorensen will try to heal a collarbone injury suffered at the hockey rink and Anglin will break in a new ball and practise sparing corner pins.

She looks forward to going at nationals with one of her good bowling buddies.

“We get to experience this and go together,” she said. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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At some point, a championship season ends, and the process begins anew.

A day after Vancouver Island University’s men’s basketball team returned to Nanaimo with a national championship, coach Matt Kuzminski said he found himself reflecting while doing housework.

“I’ve still got to clean up the yard and do the dishes and all that kind of stuff.

Life goes on, right?” he asked. “We’re still going to enjoy the success and the championship and celebrate it … but you’ve got to continue to move forward.”

The Mariners announced two new recr uits for next season, both big forwards. Seth Goodman, 6-foot-7, comes to VIU from South Carolina’s Southern Wesleyan University where he averaged 17 points and 17 rebounds per game.

Jerod Dorby, from Duncan’s Cowichan Thunderbirds, is a 6-foot-8 provincial team player.

Goodman ran out of semesters of eligibility in the U.S., said Kuzminski, which is

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one of the reasons he’s coming to Canada.

“It seems like a great place to better myself in the sense of not only basketball but education,” Goodman said in a press release.

He said he can add scoring, rebounding, defence, toughness and energy.

Ku z m i n s k i s a i d Goodman can play any of the forward positions because he has size, quickness and ball-handling ability.

“He’ll give us a lot of versatility … He looks like he’s going to be a big contributor for us right away,” said the

Mariners’ coach.

Dorby seems like he’ll be a hard worker, said Kuzminski.

“He’s a very live, active, high-energy type player,” said the coach. “He’ll be big for us in helping fill the void of Tyler Olsen [graduating].”

Olsen is the only member of the Mariners men who is moving on for sure, so there isn’t necessarily much more to do as far as recruiting for 2013-14.

“You’ve got to always have your eyes open but I think we’re in a pretty good spot right now the way we are,” Kuzminski said.

Goodman and Dorby had committed to VIU before the team’s p l ayo f f r u n , bu t Bruce Hunter, VIU’s athletic director, said the national championship is sure to help with recruiting in future seasons.

“Good players want to play for good teams,” Hunter said.

“And it also helps with getting the VIU name out and known across the country. When you win the national championship there’s a lot of press, there’s a lot of publicity around that and it really helps to build the VIU brand.” sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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“To me, that’s one of the crowning achievements of this year…” said Bruce Hunter, athletic director. “To have that many good athletes also be outstanding academic students is a remarkable feat.”

Academic all-Canadians include soccer players Stephen Ewashko, Matt Mehrassa and Samantha Rodgers; badminton players Melissa Liew and Pat Thompson; basketball player Shayna Worthington and volleyball players Leanna Gildersleeve and Tory Zaytsoff.

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◆ From /B1 Darren Kolk, VIBI outfielder, said the M’s need to generate runs with small ball but at the same time take advantage when they have opportunities to score two or three runs in an inning.

“We did have really good at-bats [last weekend] but then we had bat at-bats there

VIBI MARINERS college baseball team hosts the University of Calgary Dinos this Saturday (March 30) and Sunday at Serauxmen Stadium.

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where we didn’t put things together,” he said. “We need to be stronger from one to nine, up and down the lineup instead of a hit here and a hit there.”

BASE LINES … The Mariners swept their exhibition g ames Monday against the Sherwood Park Athletics, winning by scores of 11-2 and

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Special Olympics - Dennis Lynch, 420 double; Leanne Fraser, 251 single.

March 18-22 Monday 55-plus - Roy Prosser, 293 single; Anne McInnes, 275 single.

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Since its 2012 facial procedure, the Tiguan now appears even more like its larger Touareg sibling. Its horizontal grille splits bi-xenon (high and low beam) headlights and U-shaped LED (light emitting diode) on top-end models, while the rear taillights received some more subtle tweaks. Physically, the Tiguan (the splicing of the words tiger and iguana) competes in the same class as the Honda CR-V, Nissan Rogue, Ford Escape and Kia Sportage, to name just a few.

Equally sharp looking is the interior that carries over for 2013 with the high-end-style dash, cleanly tailored seats and premium carpeting. Rear passengers will appreciate the six inches of fore/aft travel as well as the reclining 60/40 split seat back. For more cargo space, the rear seat back, as well as the front passenger bucket, can fold flat. The space is made even more generous due to the extra-low load floor. Tiguan is powered by a 200-horse 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder connected to a six-speed manual transmission or optional six-speed six speed

The Touareg (pronounced â&#x20AC;&#x153;Twah-reggâ&#x20AC;?) resides in that rarified strata occupied by the Buick Enclave, Acura MDX and other premium tall wagons. It shares plenty with the pricier (and related) Porsche Cayenne, including the carryover 280-horsepower 3.6-litre V6. The optional 3.0-litre turbo-diesel now spools out 240 horsepower (previously 225). In case youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re wondering, VW will not bring the hybrid model (available in the United States) to Canada.

Both powerplants provide the Touareg with a 3,500-kilogram towing capacity. A six-speed automatic transmission is used to direct engine torque to all four wheels.

The turbo-diesel is good for 11.2 l/100 km in the city and 6.8 on the highway, compared with 12.3/8.8 for the base 3.6.

At this point your assumption that the Touareg is not a jacked-up car wearing oversized tires is correct as it has been specifically designed for off-road duty and is classified as a light truck. The permanent four-wheel-drive system works to pull you out of rough situations by sending power equally to the front and rear wheels. Torque can also be redirected if wheel slip is detected. The Touareg

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For 2013, Volkswagen is simply leaving the Golf and its offshoots as they are pending a new 2014 model.

The regular Golf remains available in two- and four-door hatchback and four-door wagon variants with a base 170-horsepower 2.5-litre five-cylinder engine. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a 140-horsepower 2.0-litre turbo-diesel thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quite torquey and good for 4.6 l/100 km on the highway and 6.7 in the city, which is about 35 per cent better than the base 2.5. As before, the sporty GTI is available in two- and four-door models and comes with a carryover 200-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-litre gasoline four-cylinder.

Both two- and four-door models come with power windows, power locks, air conditioning, cruise control, power

Following a one-year absence, the new (not â&#x20AC;&#x153;Newâ&#x20AC;?) Beetle returned for the 2012 model year with crisper styling, a roomier and up-to-date interior and more power. The Beetle is wider and longer than the old New Beetle, which means more interior room for all. The contemporary cabin features easyto-read dials and massive air vents that flank a carbon-fibre-look dashboard. On up-level models a trio of gauges (oil temp, turbo boost pressure and clock/stopwatch) seem inspired by the Porsche 911 cockpit.

Base models arrive with a 170-horsepower 2.5-litre five-cylinder. Added for 2013 is a 140-horsepower 2.0-litre turbo-diesel (TDI).

The TDI offers a very real alternative to most gas-electric hybrids when overall fuel economy and initial purchase cost are factored in. The top-rung and most performance-focused Beetle gets it done with a 200-horsepower 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also the only model to include a standard rear spoiler. Entrylevel Beetles showcase power-operated accessories plus air conditioning, clothcovered seats and an eight-speaker stereo.

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The Honda Accord was overdue for a makeover.

I loved the last-generation coupe, but the sedan, with that sharp crease that scored both door panels and bisected the fuel cover and trunk, created a twopiece look that, quite frankly, I found awkward.

Enter the 2013 model and all has changed – for the better. I won’t say the new exterior is exceptionally bold or racy, but with its more aggressive grille, contoured sides and wide shoulders, it looks purposeful and athletic, in particular with the optional 18-inch alloys that came with the V6 Touring model, as tested.

Some of what’s new in the ninth-generation Accord is that Honda engineers have carved out more interior space from a smaller car. Length and wheelbase have been cut, yet there’s more rear legroom in back along with more shoulder room and a larger trunk that is up 50 litres to 439.

The result is a rear passenger area that has limo-like spaciousness – I could really stretch out my legs – and the optional seat heaters (available mid-trim and

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Honda refers to its all-new 2013 sedan as the most sculpted Accord ever. It wears a more purposeful look than its predecessor with an aggressive new grille, wide shoulders and big 18-inch alloys, as tested, in V6 Touring trim.

up) are a nice touch. Front seats, however, are heated on all models.

Throughout, the new model gets more soft-touch materials and less hard plastic. I found the interior, at least in top trim, a little closer to Acura standards with a nice mix of tones and textures, faux woodgrain in the dash and door inserts, accented by tasteful metallic trim. The per-

forated leather seating with dual stitching was both eye-catching and comfortable.

The main instruments are an attractive three-gauge layout, with the three-dimensional speedo in the centre (housing a multi-info display), tach on the left and fuel/temperature gauges on the right.

But that’s all pretty basic stuff.

What really impressed me was

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Cadillac CTS turns on turbo Cadillac has announced details of a new twin-turbo V6 engine and eight-speed transmission – firsts for the brand and signature features of the all-new 2014 Cadillac CTS midsize luxury sedan.

The Cadillac twin-turbo V6 is the most powerdense six-cylinder engine in the mid-size luxury segment – a 3.6-litre with 118 horsepower per litre – and the eight-speed automatic enhances fuel economy and acceleration over a six-speed automatic.

Rated at a SAEcertified 420hp, it is the most powerful V6 ever from General Motors.

A pair of smaller turbochargers and an efficient charge air cooler help provide more immediate power delivery.

Additionally, approximately 90 per cent of the 3.6-litre twinturbo’s peak torque is available from 2,500 rpm to 5,500 rpm, giving the engine a broad torque curve.

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The Hyundai HND-9 is the automaker’s latest take on a luxury sports coupe, featuring a long hood and wheelbase.

Hyundai thinks concept is HND-some Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled exterior renderings of the HND-9, its latest luxury sports coupe concept.

The HND-9 represents an evolution of Hyundai’s fluidic sculpture design philosophy.

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by Hyundai Motor Group’s research and development centre in Namyang, Korea, the HND-9 features sophisticated details in every design element, reinforcing a

premium look.

In particular, the HND-9, with its dramatic long hood and wheelbase, is a modern reinterpretation of the elegant image of a classic premium sports coupe.

Fluidic yet sleek character lines that stretch from headlamp to trunk, voluminous, powerful car body and a striking, wide hexagonalshaped radiator grille underscore the high performance image of the concept.

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terfly doors, spiralshaped lines connected to the headlamp, softly glistening silver coating, dual twin exhaust and uniquely designed head and rear lamps give the car a sleek futuristic look.

As a rear-wheel drive, high-performance sports coupe concept, HND-9 is equipped with 3.3litre turbo GDi petrol engine and eightspeed auto transmission, delivering maximum output of 370 horsepower.

the Accord’s standard list of tech that includes an eight-inch display that until recently would have been unheard of in a model range in its price range.

This bright, full-colour “intelligent” multi-info unit allows the driver not only to make phone calls – as you’d expect – using hands-free Bluetooth, but also receive e-mails and SMS text messaging. You can reply with

preset messages, but this kind of distraction should be used sparingly, if at all.

The same eight-inch monitor provides such info as fuel-efficiency, distance to empty and – if you opt for higher trim – it shows navigation, rearview camera and blind-spot display.

The latter feature employs a small camera below the passenger side mirror to give you an 80-degree view up to 50 metres back. This is great for spotting those cyclists that like to sneak up alongside you in otherwise stop-and-go downtown traffic.

Honda’s 24-valve i-VTEC V6 delivers punch. Its potent 278 horsepower finds its way to the front wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission.

Stomp on the pedal – particularly in sport mode – and the Accord takes off like a shot.

Your efforts are even rewarded by a nice, throaty exhaust note, which thankfully gets by the standard-equipped active noise cancellation.

Will the Accord ever regain its lofty perch when it was one of the rulers of the segment? Probably not, with the competition building such outstanding products.

But with the 2013’s slick styling, abundance of tech, and roomy, comfortable interior, this Accord delivers a value proposition that can easily go head-to-head with the best in its class.

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A BOUQUET of thanks to the two guys at Black Apple Cellular on Bowen Road for repairing my cellphone. They were polite, efficient, and extremely helpful. It was so great to have the phone repaired quickly and avoid having to buy a new one when a small repair took care of the problem.

A BOUQUET to the teachers’ pets.

Those who show good behaviour, are quite good academically and fairly good at sports.

A BOUQUET OF PULL TABS to all who collect the tabs for the medical office assistants. The money earned goes to the Zajac Ranch Camper Allowance Fund to help send kids with chronic diseases to camp. Your help is much appreciated.

PAWS UP to the City of Nanaimo for the wonderful off-leash dog parks it has provided for me and my furry family members. As a single, older woman, I used to feel vulnerable and sometimes unsafe when I had to walk out of town in isolated places in order for my large dogs to

MANY THANKS to all the volunteers at the community lunch program at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church.

FAIR WEATHER always to Lenny of Arrowsmith Roofing for letting me "glean" the old cedar shingles from a roofing job. It was very kind of you and will come in very handy for me.

A BIG GRATEFUL FREE KICK K to the Quality Foods, University Village, for its support of the U9 HCFC United soccer team's recent hotdog sale. Your contribution was greatly appreciated and your customers' generosity unsurpassed. Soccer tournament here we come.

A BOUQUET to the manager and Nilmin at the Wal-Mart eyecare centre. They helped me out a great deal.

BIG BOUQUETS OF ROSES to John Cooper of Re/Max, the ladies at C.D. Wilson and Lynn Krynowsky of CIBC for making our purchase of our final home so pleasant, informed and professional. Who says customer service is dead? Not I. Michael Green.

A BOUQUET to Sandy at Visions Woodgrove Centre for tracking down a replacement for the broken part of my glasses frame and repairing it with a smile. Very much appreciated.

Great service, what a concept.

A BIG BOUQUET of zucchini and beets to Ron, manager of Home

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Thanks a bunch from a now hard core Home Depot customer.

A LARGE BOUQUET of pension cheques to the gentleman who just turned 65 years old and had a large '65' shaved in the back of his head

TRAVELLING BOUQUETS to the young dancers bagging groceries at Real Canadian Superstore. They were polite, cheerful, enthusiastic and hard working. They will love New York and New York will love them.

A HUGE BOUQUET of red roses for Gaetan, owner of Westwood Lake Bistro, my favourite restaurant in Nanaimo. We had a wonderful dinner with exceptional food, wine, service and view. Gaetan is always a gracious and knowledgeable host.

A LIFESAVING BOUQUET to all blood donors who freely give so that others may live.

A BIG DOGGY BOUQUET to Cheryl and the team at the Nanaimo Coastal Animal Control Services.

They do a great job at the shelter looking after abandoned dogs and cats as well as enforcing the pet bylaws. Always welcoming to visitors

A BIG, FAT SMELLY BEEF F to the cyclist who, on March 15, was yelling obscenities at the driving school truck for doing what was right and safe, when the cyclist was illegally on the road and obstructing the traffic forcing the poor student to commit a dangerous action to avoid the cyclist. Come on people, when you ride your bike you have to abide by all the rules of the road the same as a car or truck does.

A DESTRUCTIVE BEEF to the city and developers who allow and choose to do the clear cutting of trees for the never-ending ugly developments in spring/summer.

You destroy multitudes of baby songbirds that can't fly yet. You are not the only living creatures on this Earth. Please show some consideration and cut back on the greed. If you must cut, then do so in the fall/winter.

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A BEAUTIFUL BOUQUET of pink Easter roses to Sabrina and Selby at the Payless shoe store in Woodgrove Centre for their exceptional kindness to a customer. They are a good example to those who do not have that quality.

SMILES ALL AROUND to the workers and volunteers in the cancer department at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. You are God's chosen people.

A COFFEE LOVER’S THANK YOU to the lady in the blue Honda Fit at the Terminal Park Starbucks drivethru on Friday afternoon. What a wonderful surprise to get the window and be told that you’d paid for my drink. I’ll be sure to pay it forward for someone else.

A BOUQUET of carnations to the two fellows in the two trucks who helped to push my car out of the intersection of Norwell Drive and Ross Road. It was above and beyond.

A BEEF F to a nearby tanning salon.

Does the music have to be so loud?

Not everyone listens to what the teenagers do. I prefer a relaxing, quiet tan over one that sounds like a rave party.

A BEEF F to those who lie and steal and show no shame doing it.

A WATERY BEEF F to the Nanaimo Port Authority. Our boat basin is unique and all those with small boats were promised space years ago.

A BEEF. Will city councillors not keep their hot hands off Colliery Dam Park? The property is part of Harewood's heritage.

THANKS A LOT to the person who sideswiped my nice blue car, leaving their white paint all over my front fender. Not even a note or something. I am a widow on a pension.

A BEEF F to home furnishing people who ignore a person in their store. A greeting, even if you're busy, goes a long way. I might have a roll of cash to spend with you or your competitor might want it more.

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BOUQUETS TO Mike and the boys from Nanaimo Minute Men, plus Don and his plumbing crew from Norm’s Mobile Service. Just moved into a new house and they made our transition smooth and painless.

Our thanks to these friendly and professional guys.

get adequate exercise by running off-leash. Thank you so much for providing a safe haven for dogwalkers and their pooches.

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Born in London, England, Ellen was an active child taking part in all sports opportunities that came her way. As a young woman she became a champion ballroom dancer along with her husband Albert Francis Olding (deceased). She worked for the British Civil Service in London before, during and after the war.

She moved to Ontario, Canada in the sixties, and later to Nanaimo, British Columbia. During her life she traveled extensively, was an avid reader, a volunteer with the Bowen Park Seniors and was a good darts player.

She loved to walk briskly along the waterfront in Nanaimo and endlessly explore, on foot, the areas in which she lived.

Mostly she loved a good laugh and joke.

Thank you to all those who have contributed towards Ellenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wellbeing over the years, in particular the caring and respectful staff at Acacia Ty Mawr Lodge, Shawnigan Lake.

Ellen will be sadly missed by her family and friends: Enise and John, Julia, Karen and Ed, Mary, and in Europe brothers, nieces and nephews.

It was Ellenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wish that there be no formalities to mark her passing. Her favored charity is the Salvation Army.

FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES

June 3, 1933 ~ March 21, 2013

250-748-2134

Our beloved Raye passed away quietly on March 21 at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital with her family at her side. She is survived by her sister, Norah Fraser, her niece Beth Webber (Chuck), nephews Don Fraser (Sylvia), Neil Fraser, Scott Fraser (Debbie), four grand-nephews and one grand-niece.

Raye believed passionately in education and taught school in Nanaimo for many years. Her other great passion was service to others, and she was an active volunteer at the 7-10 club for a number of years, and generously supported many other causes as well. Raye travelled the world with her friends, and closer to home she enjoyed walking, hiking and her regular trips to the Vancouver Opera. Raye was an avid Bridge player and Wednesday morning Bridge was the highlight of her week. Sadly, the last four months were very difďŹ cult for Raye, but her attitude remained unfailingly optimistic and she kept up her sense of humour and her keen interest in the world around her.

Raye received wonderful care at the Nanaimo hospital. The family would particularly like to acknowledge the kindness and compassion shown to Raye by the Dufferin Activation Unit, the Emergency department and the 4th Floor nurses and doctors, all of whom took such good care of Raye and her family right until the end. Raye didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wish for a formal service so none will be planned. Friends may wish to remember Raye by supporting N.A.L.T. and The Haven Society.

Condolences may be shared online at: www.dignitymemorial.com

Edith Paatricia Antrobuss August 18, 1918 ~ March 22, 2013 dith was predeceased by Adam m, her husbaand of 48 years; and byy her grandson, Douglas. She is survivedd by her two sons, Ken (Carol) andd Peter (Nancy)); grandchildren: Kevinn, Erin (Rick), L Lesley (Derek) and Tracyy (Mick); andd great grandchildrenn, David Dav vid andd Rowan.

R Ediith worked for many years at Eattons andd Moore-Whittington Lumber, in Vicctoria.

Wee would like to thank the staff at Maalaspina Gardens for their wonde Malaspina wonderful rful care off Edith over th the pastt number b of years.

Per Edithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request, there will not be a service.

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1993 LINCOLN Twncr, 4 dr sdn, white, VIN 1LNLM82WXPY641424. Owner: William Jack Piper, sale by Broco Glass Nanaimo in order to retrieve debt owed, currently at $850. Sale to take place at Broco Glass, 6450 Island Hwy N, Nanaimo, BC, on April 18, 2013 at 1:00PM. Phone 250-390-2204

OLDING, Ellen Elizabeth (nee Balch) 4 August, 1917 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 17 March, 2013

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ECCLES, Kenneth (Ken) Ken passed away suddenly in White Rock on March 18, 2013 in his 77th year, surrounded by those who loved him.

He is survived by his longtime partner Margaret, his children Kenton (Corrine), Keeley (Michael), Clinton (Elsa), Karen (Terry), and stepchildren Kathy, Gord (Melodie), Brenda (Howard), grandchildren who dearly loved their â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grampy,â&#x20AC;? and Margaretâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family.

Ken lived and loved life through his years of travel around the world and at his vacation home in Birch Bay. His early years were spent in Nanaimo and later, Hawaii, Arizona, and White Rock. He loved warm climates, the feel of the ocean, and travelling with his many friends.

A celebration of life will be held in his honour on Sunday, April 7th, from 12:30 to 5 pm at Ocean Park Community Hall, 1577 - 128th Street, South Surrey. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING EVENTS CALL FOR ENTRIES 11TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Art & Bloom Festival.

Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show.

Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting May 17,18, 19 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901

INFORMATION DID YOU KNOW? BBB provides complaint resolution services for all businesses and their customers. Look for the 2013 BBB Accredited Business Directory E-edition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at www.blackpress.ca.

You can also go to http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2013 BBB Accredited Business Directory

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LOST: CAT, female, long haired, tortoise shell, Feb. 8, Townsite area. (250)754-4446 LOST: OVAL hoop gold ear ring, Chase River, Witchcraft/Westwood Lk, Barons Rd. (Nanaimo) 250-753-6507.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BE YOUR Own Boss. Learn to Operate a Mini-OfďŹ ce Outlet from home. Free online training, ďŹ&#x201A;exible hours. www.freedom-unlimited.info

CARETAKERS/ RESIDENTIAL MANAGERS

NANAIMO: SEEKING resident manager couple, 60 units.

Tasks include minor repairs, rental. Competitive packages with beneďŹ ts. Locally owned.

Please Fax Resume to: 250-920-5437 or email: camargueinvestments@gmail.com DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

OWNER OPERATORS $2500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Group of Companies require Owner Ops. to be based at our Sidney or Nanaimo terminal for runs throughout Van. Island.

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.

To join our team of Professional drivers, email a resume, current driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract & details of truck to: careers@vankam.com or call John @ 250-514-2432 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

We thank you for your interest, however only those of interest to us will be contacted.

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Nanaimo News Bulletin

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PERSONAL SERVICES HELP WANTED

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MAYCOCK EYECARE is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic team player to join our optometric practice. Must be a self-motivated, caring individual who has the ability to provide exceptional customer service to patients in all aspects of eye care. Experience preferred, but accepting other applications.

Please drop off resume with cover letter to: Maycock Eyecare, Country Club Centre 17-3200 N. Island Hwy., Nanaimo, BC

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

NANAIMO NEWS BULLETIN DRIVER NEEDED for Thursday, early mornings. Must have a valid BC Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License and vehicle that can hold a fair amount of bundles.

Please apply within the Circulation Department at 777 Poplar Street.

Ask for Jessica.

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

250.591.1874

HELP WANTED

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THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: â&#x20AC;˘ Coastal CertiďŹ ed Hand Fallers-camp positions â&#x20AC;˘ Coastal CertiďŹ ed Bull Buckers â&#x20AC;˘ Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers â&#x20AC;˘ Heavy Duty Mechanics Fulltime camp with union rates/beneďŹ ts. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca.

FULL TIME/PART TIME Class 1 or 3 driver with air, required immediately for Port Hardy.

Bulk fuel/off road exp. an asset. Clean abstract.

Competitive wage package w/beneďŹ ts. Send resume by fax to 250-949-6381 or email jdwork@ketacable.net NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

FULL-TIME LANDSCAPE Maintenance Personnel required for growing Landscape company. Must have experience in the industry, work well with others and posses a valid D.L. Horticultural training /diploma an asset. Email resume to: acerlandscaping@shaw.ca

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Nanaimo location.Guaranteed $11/hour, 25% proďŹ t sharing, paid overtime, beneďŹ ts, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities.

Call 1866-472-4339 today for an interview.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

For those with a desire to help others and make their community a better place. Sprott Shaw gives you the skills to actually do it. You could start your HCA program and get the skills you need for a rewarding career.

Next Class Starts Aprril 22nd

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FEBRUARY 25 - MAY 24

NOW HIRING

Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results.

We currently have the following openings:

Detailed job postings can be viewed at

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CDA WANTED for 3-4 days a week to cover maternity leave in busy downtown dental ofďŹ ce. Please drop resume off to the ofďŹ ce manager at Downtown Dental Group, #5-140 Wallace Street.

COASTAL MOUNTAIN Child & Youth Services- P/T & Casual Residential Child & Youth worker wanted. Please send resume & refs Director: cmcys@telus.net or mail Box 605, Duncan, BC VOL 3X9.

EXPERIENCED TRUCK & pup & lowbed drivers required for the Parksville/Nanaimo area. Resumes may be faxed to 250-248-2300 or emailed to littlemountaintransport@gmail .com

LADYSMITH PRESS needs physically ďŹ t individuals for their continually expanding collating department.

Part time positions available 8 - 16 hrs/wk, $10.34/hr.

Afternoon and graveyard shifts - must be available Wednesdays.

BeneďŹ ts, proďŹ t sharing and advancement opportunities.

Please submit your resume between 9 am and 5 pm in person to: Ladysmith Press, 940 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith, BC or mail to: Ladysmith Press, PO Box 400, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A3. No phone calls please.

We would like to thank in advance all who apply, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

HOME CARE/SUPPORT NOW ACCEPTING Resumes

by FAX ONLY - 250-755-9112 for RCAs, preference to RCAs with ROMS & condom catheter experience.

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD

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WFP offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence to:

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Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

CALL NANAIMO:

250.754.9600

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CLEANING SERVICES MR. SPARKLE CLEANING SERVICES â&#x20AC;&#x153;Since 1992â&#x20AC;?

Roof Demossing, Vinyl Siding Window & Gutter Cleaning www.mrsparkle.net 250-714-6739

Call Jonathan

CLOCK/WATCH/JEWELLERY REPAIRS CLOCK & WATCH REPAIRS 3rd generation watch maker.

Antique & grandfather clock specialist. Call (250)618-2962.

COMPUTER SERVICES COMPUTER PRO.$30 service call. Mobile CertiďŹ ed Computer Tech. Virus removal. Seniors discount. 250-802-1187.

LINE COOK needed Full Time. Flexible nights & weekends. Must be reliable & have at least 2 yrs exp. Apply anytime, Black Bear Pub.

U-NEED-A-NERD Friendly onsite professional computer, website and design services.

Jason is BACK! 250-585-8160 or visit: jasonseale.com

UMAI SUSHI @ North Town Centre. Experienced Waitress, Sushi Chef & Sushi Helper needed. Drop Resume in person to (4575 Uplands Dr.)

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HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

Production Clerk Boom Man Master Mechanic Heavy Duty Mechanic

FINANCIAL SERVICES

BOOKKEEPER Over sees the accounting function of the organization. Does all data entry & ensures accurate recording & reporting of ďŹ nancial information.

Produces ďŹ nancial statements, analyzes ďŹ nancial information & provides advice on ďŹ nancial matters. Must be working towards a professional accounting designation such as CGA or CMA and must be at level 4 or more. MUST HAVE three (3) yrs recent related experience in a fund accounting environment. This position is 4 days/wk & wages will be commensurate with experience.

Send resumes to council.qualicum@shaw.ca or fax 250-7579898. Only shortlisted people will be contacted.

Help Wanted

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

EAVESTROUGH

MOVING & STORAGE

FURNITURE

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

FOR SALE BY OWNER

FOR SALE BY OWNER

BRADâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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

OCEANSIDE MOVING

COUCH, LOVE seat & chair, like new, never used, excellent quality, $175 obo.

Call (250)757-8357.

PIANO APARTMENT sizedâ&#x20AC;&#x153;Nordheiner-Heintzmanâ&#x20AC;? comes with bench, $500. Call (250)753-5650.

GARAGE SALES

VIOLINS, one Adult & one child. Also, 3/4 size Cello.

Very, very nice condition.

Please call (250)701-2035.

FOR SALE ...with 1 semi-waterfront Parksville property.

Assumable mortgage $350,000.00 ...plus 2 waterfront properties in Qualicum Beach $750,000.00 All income generating properties...

Wanted: 1 commercial lot/bldg Call:250-752-3813 for details

MUST SEE: 3 Bdrm, 1 1/2 Bath, sep. ofďŹ ce with private entry nestled in Qualicum Woods. Just 5 mins to Village, beach, forest & 2 golf courses.

Low maint. gardens, fenced backyard, offers privacy & peaceful surrounding. Lots of updates & renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, infra-red sauna in garage. $349,000.00 If interested call:250-594-5654

QUALICUM, Very spacious 2 bdrm, 2 bath, Ocean view condo in 55+ secure complex.

Close to Village. $395,000.00, Call 250-752-8065 for details.

ELECTRICAL 1A ELECTRICIAN, licenced, bonded, Small Jobs Specialist, panel upgrades and renos. All work guaranteed since 1989.

Rob at 250-732-PLUG (7584).

Local & Long Distance Moves.

Bonded & Insured.

(250)248-7902 Parksville (250)716-6632 Nanaimo

Too much to list!

PAINTING A-ONE PAINTING and Wallpapering. Serving Nanaimo for 28 years . Senior Discount.

Free estimates. 250-741-0451

Small Island Painting

Interior ~ Exterior FREE ESTIMATES. (250) 667-1189

PLUMBING RETIRED PLUMBER Journeyman. Repairs & renovations. Call (250)390-1982.

WINDOWS

HUGE Moving Sale 154 Avalon Place, Nanaimo March 29, 30, 31 From 9 AM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 PM Daily Offering a large assortment of gently used furniture, home electronics, appliances, garden tools, kitchen and household items. Good quality selection and everything must go.

MOVING SALE - too much to list - furniture, household, sports, gardening, videos, electronics, clothing, more.

5449 Kenwill Drive, 8am, Sat Mar 30.

NANAIMO- 5431 Alta Vista Dr- (off Lost Lake Rd) Fri, Mar 29, 10-2pm, Sat, Mar 30, 9-1pm. Indoors! Household, bird feeders, puzzles, patio planters & much more.

NECKPOINT AREA: corner of Hammond Bay & Morningside: Fri/Sat/Sun, Mar 29-31st, 8-2.

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

HANDYPERSONS OLD FASHIONED HANDYMAN Drywall, tile, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting.

Quality work. No HST. Reasonable prices. 250-616-9095.

40 years Experience

Reno Windows, Failed Sealed Units, Retractable & Residential Screens ~ Free Estimates Guaranteed Workmanship

HAULING AND SALVAGE

250-753-4208

FREE QUOTES: Same Day Rubbish, any Hauling reusable item discount. 250-668-6851

PETS

JUNK TO THE DUMP. Jobs Big or small, I haul it all! I recycle & donate to local charities.

Call Sean 250-741-1159.

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

PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING in my home. No cages. 7day to long term stay.

Limited space. 250-740-5554

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE ANTIQUES/VINTAGE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

Spring cleaning? Found some old treasures? The Post OfďŹ ce Antique Mall has some space for you to sell your antiques. Cabinet and ďŹ&#x201A;oor space is available.

Come in to talk to Jerry at 340 Island Hwy, Ladysmith or call 250-245-7984. Open 7 days a week 10:00 - 5:30.

FREE ITEMS FREE KAMADO barbecue, bifold door, single sink & counter top. Call (250)758-2004.

LANDSCAPING

FREE RECLINING lift chair.

Call (250)751-8806.

TOTAL LAWNCARE SERVICES

FRIENDLY FRANK

Professional and reliable lawncare services to homeowners in the Nanaimo area.

We provide home and yard maintenance services based on the needs of the home owner. Our rates are reasonable, senior discounts are available and estimates are free. To discuss all your home and lawncare needs, call Larry (250)816-1577

PORCELAIN CHINA- 40 yr tea set, 5 settings, gold edged+ teapot, etc, $50. 250-753-1836.

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.

MOVING, Deliveries. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right Price.â&#x20AC;? Job Quotes or hourly rate. Jason (250)668-6851

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2011 FORTRESS 1700 DT Scooter. New $3500.00, Asking $1500.00 Almost new,used 7 months, excellent shape.

Call 250-954-3217 WHEELCHAIR RAMP, approximately 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122; long, used but good condition $220. You pick up. Call (250)758-3663.

HOME RENOVATIONS: Carpentry, Kitchens & Baths; Plumbing, Ceramic Tile. Free Estimates. Call (250)756-2096

V.I. LOCAL LANDSCAPES Res & Comm Landscape Maintenance. Reliable, quality work. Call Mike (250)616-2410

APARTMENT/CONDOS

Friday March 29, Saturday March 30, Sunday March 31 9am-3pm.

TREE PRUNING HEDGE/SHRUB MAINTENANCE

Ivan 250-758-0371

REAL ESTATE

Lazy T Ranch 3576 Jinglepot Rd.

GARDENING

Call the qualiďŹ ed specialist... certiďŹ ed Garden Designer/Arborist

GIANT GARAGE SALE 10 families

PRO-FORM TREADMILL 740CS quick speed, space saver, $99 obo. 250-753-7610

FUEL/FIREWOOD 3-CORD LOADS of mill slab wood, delivered from Nanoose to Ladysmith, $180. Call Marino 250-619-9109.

COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660.

1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).

SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

$217,000 BRECHIN Views Condo. Sunny all day. 2 bdrm, 2 full baths, in-suite lndry/sewing, gas FP, balcony. Small dog OK. Reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vendorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Disclosure Statement.â&#x20AC;? 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

$226,900. 3-BDRM Rancher Completely updated. 2672 12th Ave, Port Alberni. Please call (250)731-4898.

GREAT LOCATION, great price! 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, desirable location. Quiet dead end street. Updated. $228,500 3945 McBride St., Port Alberni Call 250-724-0223 for more info: www.arrowsmithlistings.ca

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.

NEW PRICE

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, 2200 sq ft, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, 2 F/P, in-law suite potential. Reduced, $260,000.

Call (250)245-4155.

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PARKSVILLE 420 DAY PL. Bridgewater. Modern 2 bed, 2 bath 1400 sq ft rancher on crawl. No strata, many extras, immaculate. Open house on Saturday (1-4) 250-947-9779

7YR-OLD OIL furnace; 11 yr old 250gal tank w/aprox, 1000L oil. Can be viewed in operation for limited time. 250758-4344 BOWFLEX XCEED- excellent shape, ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s manual & ďŹ tness guide, $450. Bell X spressvue PVR, $250. Full size ping pong table, collapsible, $50. Call 250-246-2238, 250-466-0323.

BRAND NEW in box Buffalo Dental machine. Never used. $350 obo, bought for $600.

Call (778)422-1909 after 6pm.

DUNCAN (Kody Place, 6135 Ryall Rd. Unit 18) 3 bdrm Townhouse, 2 bath, fenced backyard, close to all amenities, near bus stop, $195,000 obo. Please call (250)923-0784.

LAKESHORE

LAKESHORE

LONG LAKE VILLAS #9-3250 ROSS Rd.

$236,000

OPEN HOUSE Sat., Mar. 30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1 to 3 pm

A rare ďŹ nd! View this end unit, 2 bed, 2.5 baths, 1320 sq.ft., two level town home. Long Lake Villas is a delightful complex with only 17 units. â&#x20AC;˘ Open ďŹ&#x201A;oor plan with spacious living room with a cozy gas ďŹ replace â&#x20AC;˘ Private patio backing onto a nice grassed garden area, large dining room for entertaining â&#x20AC;˘ Plenty of storage in the unit, including a large area under the stairs â&#x20AC;˘ Short walk to Country Club Mall with easy access to bus lines

5251 Hammond Bay Rd. $349,000

613 BRUCE Ave, Nanaimo.

Reduced $235,000 ďŹ rm. Cozy, comfortable 3bdrm, 1.5baths.

Lots of updates. Gas heat, W/D, F/S.Dave 250-591-1210.

A must see for buyers seeking a spacious, well planned home

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2 Bed Condo 208-30 Cavan St.

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H.O. SCALE Model Train, 4-6-4 Hudson, made by Rivassi & track. (250)758-5073 HUGE FISHING Sale, Sat. March 23rd. (10-3) 1265 LefďŹ&#x201A;er Rd. (across from N.I. Wildlife Recovery) 300 Rods, 300 reels, 1000â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of pieces of tackle. New/used/antique.

LOG LATH, for making log homes or pillars, c/w industrial land lease. (250)743-3198 or 250-732-3239

FURNITURE

LOG SHELLS for sale. Lathed logs, proďŹ led & notched to ďŹ t your plans. Ph. 250-732-3239 or 250-743-3198

BEAUTYREST Electrically Adjustable, single bed. Excellent cond. $400 obo. (250)7542203

MORE THAN 50 lbs glass beads, plus pendants, spacers and more, $700 obo. Call Stella after 5 PM at (250)756-7931

4 beds, 3 baths Large Kitchen & eating nook Partial Ocean and mountain views Two sunny decks Huge laundry & utility room Fenced, private back yard Beautiful, low maintenance landscaping.

Seller offering a moving allowance Please call me for details

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HONDA POWERED generator, EM5000, $800. 10â&#x20AC;? Dewalt 770 radio arm table saw, $75.

Call 250)757-8724.

543 SEAWARD Way, Qualicum Beach, Almost 1400 sq.ft.,2 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 blocks to ocean. Bare land strata. $58/mo. strata fee. Completely updated, Granite Countertops, Guest Ensuite, H/W ďŹ&#x201A;oors & much more. On site RV Parking avail.(free). Priced to sell. $341,900, Call Daniel at 250752-5780.

VACATION HOME. Penthouse Condo, great view, La Penita (Mexico), 3 bdrms, 2 bathrooms, 2 balconies. For sale by owner. Please see: www.jaltembasol.com or email ronalddjohnson@hotmail.com

4 WINTER snow tires, 5 months wear, as new. Asia Durun 195/50R15, on rims (off Asuna SunďŹ re). $250.

(250)748-2070 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RETRO Bdrm Suite, 3-piece, $300; Antique living room chairs (2) $50 ea, Dining Rm table/4chairs, $100; Buffet, $200; Bookcase, $75; Roll Top Desk $75; Treddle Sewing Mach. $100. 250-753-0806

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REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

HOUSES FOR SALE

TOWNHOUSES

APARTMENT/CONDO

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

AUTO FINANCING

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

TRUCKS & VANS

NANAIMO- 30 Cavan St., lrg 870 sq ft view suite, completely reno’d, hrdwd flrs, new fixtures & granite tops, new appls, elevator, secure prkg, locker, lrg deck, NS/NP. Avail May. 1. $850. 1-604-720-0775

DEPARTURE BAY, lrg room; shared kitchen, bath, laundry.

Cable, hydro, prkg incl. N/S Close to bus. $450/mo.

(250)760-0842 Avail. immed.

COMOX: ONE level bright, modern & spacious, 2 bdrms, 8 years old, 2 full baths, dbl. garage, patio, gas f/p, close to beach/downtown. $269,000.

250-339-7263, 250-218-5263.

NANAIMO DOWNTOWN 3 bdrm,1.5 bath, on-site laundry.

NS/NP. $900. 250-754-1547.

RENTALS

NANAIMO OCEAN view Downtown. 1 bdrm + den.

Senior friendly, secure parking. 6 appls, laundry rm. Refs & lease req’d. NS/NP. $850.

Avail Apr 1. 250-591-8886.

APARTMENT/CONDO

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

#10-1360 GRAHAM Cres- 1 bdrm, $650. Ardent Properties.

(250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 101-550 BRADLEY St- 2 bdrm, 1 bath, $695.

Ardent Properties. 250-753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 110-1600 Dufferin Crescent- 1 bdrm, $725. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

BOTH SIDES DUPLEX, Newly reno’d 2bdrms. Lndry, water, garbage pick up incl. Fenced yrd. $800. Avail April 1st. Call Jamie (604)789-8242 JINGLEPOT: 1 side of duplex, 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, near school and Steve Marshall Automotive. Avail April. 1. $995 mo. Call (250)758-7055.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT

1 & 2 BDRM (Terminal Park Mall Hospital Area) Quiet building with security cameras.

Free storage & parking.

New balcony, paint & carpet. Small pet ok.

Avail Now & April. 1 From $645 plus.

250-754-2936

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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

QUALITY 55+ patio home at Village Green, Courtenay.

Covered parking with storage, 2 bdrms, 1.5 baths, Kitchen/eating area. Private patio/ am sun. Large LR with dining area. New paint throughout, new HW floors main areas.

Immaculate. Immed. possession. $220,000. 250-338-8260

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES 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!

Call: 1-250-616-9053 www.webuyhomesbc.com

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS #3 - 5659 TOMSWOOD Road.

12’ x 68’ mobile home. 3bdrm, all appliances. Assessed value $40,200. Open to offers. (250)724-5185.

BUYING - RENTING- SELLING

205-99 CHAPEL St- 1 bdrm, 1 bath, $850. 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 411-550 Bradley St- 2 bdrms, 1 bath, $595.

Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 412 BRUCE Ave1 & 2 bdrms, $625 & $750.

Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 430 STEWART- 1 bdrm, $650 & $700. Call Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 7-160 STEWART Ave- Bachelor, 1 bath, $525. Call Ardent Properties. 250-753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com BOUNDARY RIDGE: 1 or 2 B/R $660./$760. Free h/w, heat, free cable or net for 1 yr for new tenants. 616-1175.

DOWNTOWN NANAIMO: Lrg 2bdrm, 1 bath, private balcony/ocean view, $800. 1bdrm also avail. N/P (250)729-1997

HOSPITAL AREA 1 & 2 Bdrms, FREE Heat & H/W. Adult building, wheelchair access, security cameras.

New carpet, windows and paint. Small pet OK. From $650 plus mo.

Call 250-753-6656.

HOSPITAL AREA- 1 & 2 bedroom suites, $700 & $800.

Free heat, hot water, laundry available onsite. Large suites in clean well maintained building. Call onsite manager at 250-716-3305 LADYSMITH: 2bdrm apt. 55+ senior block, well maintained, 1000sq.ft., oceanview, drapes, new carpet/cabinets, W/D, F/S. N/P, N/S. Avail. April. $775+utils. 250-758-5816.

LADYSMITH, LRG 2 bdrm, 2 bath, adult orientated condo, 5 appls, N/S. Small dog or cat ok. $1000 mo. Avail now.

(250)246-2238, 250-667-7107.

LONG LAKE MANOR, 3108 Barons Rd. 1 bdrm, close to all amenities. 250-751-134.

LUXURIOUS 2BDRM, downtown condo. Ocean view. HW floors. Free WiFi. N/S, N/P. $900. 1 (250)754-2207 MODERN 2 BDRM near VIU. Laminate floor, new counter.

Free heat. Bus stop in front.

April 1 or May 1st. $800+.

(250)754-4605.

NANAIMO: 1275 Dufferin Cres Renovated 2 Bdrm from $750/mth. Call 250-740-1002

Rental Properties Available All sizes. All prices Visit our website www.islandrent.com

or call 753-8200 #100-319 Selby Street

MOBILE HOMES & PADS CASSIDY 25’ 5th Wheel- 1.5 acres on river, pets ok. N/S, no drinking. Organic garden, $500 inclds cable. Call 250245-0014.

HOMES FOR RENT 152 BONAVISTA Pl- 4 bdrms, 2 bath, $1500.

Call Ardent Properties, 250-753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 1675 KING JOHN Way- 3 bdrms, 3 bath, $1800. Call Ardent Properties, 250-7530881. www.ardentproperties.com 2859 NEYLAND Rd- 4 bdrms 2 ½ bath, $1475 Call Ardent Properties, 250-753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 3651 DEPARTURE Bay Rd- 4 bdrms, 2 bath, $1500.

Call Ardent Properties, 250-7530881. www.ardentproperties.com COLLEGE HEIGHTS: 3 stories, 4bdrm +2bdrm suite, 6baths, 3 living rooms, 3 kitchens, double garage. Great views. 250-753-0160 JINGLEPOT/COLLEGE4 bdrms, 2bath, ocean/mountain views, lrg deck, dbl carport, landscaped, park trail close by. F/S, W/D. NS/NP. $1600 + utils. Apr 1. 250-741-1261.

LADYSMITH 3 bdrm, 2 storey home, D/W, small yard, NS/NP, $895 mo. Avail April.

15. Call 1-250-248-4816.

NANAIMO- 3 bdrm home, with 1 bdrm suite, $1600 will rent separately. Call 250-7166811, 250-753-4749.

OFFICE/RETAIL WANT TO GET NOTICED? Prime retail/office space for rent in highly visible historical building on corner of First and Roberts in Ladysmith. 1687 sq. ft.

2 bathrooms, small kitchen, new flooring, A/C. Available June 1st.

Call 250-245-2277

SUITES, UPPER 359 APPLEWOOD Crescent3 bdrm, 2 bath, $1095. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 3-BDRM ACROSS from Aquatic Centre. Fenced yard. $1100 mo inclds heat, hydro & A/C. N/S, N/P. Avail May. 1st.

Call (250)753-8797.

COOL CHARACTER 2-bdrm home. Lrg kitchen & living rm.

W/D, clothesline, 5 min walk to VIU & pool. Veg garden, N/S. $800 + utils. (250)754-9774.

HOSPITAL AREA. 3 bdrm, 2 bath. N/S, N/P. $1000/mo + utils. Avail now. 250-756-6172 or 250-619-5446 after 5pm.

N.NANAIMO EXECUTIVE 3bdrm +den, 2baths, 6 appli’s, gas FP, blinds, laundry, patio, fenced landscaped yard, storage.

N/S, N/P, No Parties.

RR. $1,300 +utils. Avail. April 1st. (250)729-9263

quiet, bright, home, meals

1997 31ft Embassy Motor Home Ford 460. Good condition no smoking, no pets, under 80,000 km. $17,000.

250-338-6837 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

1989 NISSAN Pick-Up $3,000.

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.

1999 Ford F150, long box, V6, 4 wheel dr., new brakes/tires. $6500 firm. (250) 715-5412

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

CARS

2003 TITANIUM Glendale RV. 33 ft, Blocked & skirted in Parksville resort in a large fenced yard. Complete with fire pit & large shed. Unit is fully furnished & ready to move in. $26,500 or reasonable offer. Call 780-910-7838

2005 EXT. Venture Van, garaged, 90,300 km’s. Original Owner.

Excellent condition. $8,900. 1 (250)758-2078

25 foot class C Chevy Flyer motor home. 1995, 350 cu.in., 163,000 Km. 1 rear bed, 3 swivel seats, cruise, A/C. $18,000. 250-245-5973.

1992 Crown Victoria 123,000 miles, unsurpassed for comfort, safety and reliability.

Asking $1800.

Please call 250-331-0361

2010 CHEVY SILVERADO 4x4, quad cab, loaded, auto, running boards. 50,000 km, lady driven. $24,000.

(250)732-5928

2005 CHEVROLET AVEO. Very low mileage- less than 57,000 km. Very clean little car, exceptionally well-maintained. Excellent on gas. $4600. (250)586-8285, French Creek.

MARINE

2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded.

White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 firm. 250-755-5191.

TRUCKS & VANS 1969, 32 ft Monk Cruiser.

Engine rebuilt and new canvass in 2010. Valued in 2011 survey at $33400. Priced to sell at $16,900. (250)898-4886

SPORTS & IMPORTS

2004 HONDA Accord LX, one owner, 4 cyl, auto, keyless entry, loaded! 89,500 km. Michelin tires. Shop maintained, 65 point inspection, new battery. $8900. (250)748-6161

VEHICLES WANTED LATE 90’S Cadillac or Lincoln.

Must have bench seat. Prefer BC car. (250)390-2112

MOTORCYCLES

BOATS

HIGH quality travel trailer.

2011 Surveyor Sport SP186, little used, new condition. For info call (250)743-6686 or visit www.quitsmokinghelp.ca/trailer/

1983 GMC 1/2 ton pickup, 4x4, 6.2 diesel, auto. Good condition. $2695. ALSO: Tool box with tools $95. (250) 7467888 2003 GMC 4x4 SLE- w/matching Leer canopy, excellent cond, must be seen, gently driven, 150,000 km, extra cab, auto, A/C, P/S, P/B, P/W, PDL, tow package. $11,900.

Call (250)743-0910.

Rare 37’ Bertram Cruiser. $59,000, will consider trades.

Survey, pictures, contact info go to: www.bertram37.info 250-758-7105

Classifieds

drive sales

2002 HARLEY Davidson Road Glide, 95ci, loaded, many extras, set up for touring custom paint, must be seen, $11,900 OBO. 250-871-3126.

TOWNHOUSES 2 - 3231 LAUREN Mary Place- 3 bdrm, 2 bath, $900.

Call Ardent Properties, 250753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 855 HOWARD- 2 bdrm, 1 bath $825. Call Ardent Properties.

250-753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING

ROOMS FOR RENT NORTH NANAIMOfurnished, hrdwood flrs, south, on bus clean N/S $500 or $780 inclds (250)816-4719.

SUITES, LOWER 1091 SILVER Mountain Drive1 bdrm, $675 inclds hydro.

Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 1107 SILVER Mtn Drive- 2 bdrms, $695.

Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 1133 BEECHWOOD Drive- 2 bdrms, $750.

Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 2576 CYPRESS Bowl Plc., 1 bdrm newer home, quiet, N/S, pet neg, priv level entry/patio, W/D, Apr. 1 or sooner, $750 incls utils/wifi. 250-585-5270.

931 SPRING- 1 bdrm, $650 inclds hydro. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com BACHELOR, GROUND level.

Close to VIU. 5appli’s.May 1st. $650 utils incl. (250)714-9090 BRECHIN- 2 bdrm with laundry. Close to bus, shopping, ferries. NS/NP, no parties. $850 + utils. Avail now.

(250)390-0264, 250-618-049.

CENTRAL NANAIMO- own entry, lrg bright 1000sq ft new 2 bdrm, priv yard, shared W/D. $775+ utils. NS/NP. Call 250-729-6164.

CHASE RIVER: 1 bdrm ocean front, incld’s hydro, heat, TV. NS/NP. $650. (250)230-2771.

DOCKSIDE WAY- spacious 2 bdrm walkout suite, 5 appls, quiet tenants, gas F/P. NS/NP, $950 heat & electricity incld.

Avail April. 1. 250-667-1032.

FREE RENT 2bdrm, 1bath, lndry hookup, free wifi, private entry & back yard, 2-stall parking. Must be seen! $850/mo.

(250)753-7744 or 240-2512 HOSPITAL AREA, 1 bdrm suite, level entry, priv ent, avail immed, $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.

NORTH NANAIMO- lrg windows, grd lvl 1 bdrm, 1000sq ft, high ceilings, 3 appls, utils, cable, wireless incld. Parking. $850. N/S. (250)816-4719.

NORTH NANAIMO. New 1 bdrm, close to Woodgrove Mall & bus routes. heat/hot water included. NP/NS. $600.

Avail immediately or April 1st.

(250)756-9208.

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2007 900 KAWASAKI Vulcan Classic LT Low mileage like new $6800.00 250-941-3697 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

1997 Plymouth Camper Van, pop up roof, clean, fridge, stove, furnace, new Michelin tires, etc. $7900 OBO. 250715-6482, 250-746-8936 25.5 FOOT WILDERNESS 5th/Wheel. Lots of wood rot, but everything works good.

For parts only. $1000 obo.

(250)616-1338 after 2pm.

1-855-310-3535

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