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NDP incumbent Scott Fraser celebrates his win in the Alberni-Pacific Rim riding with a kiss from his wife Dolores, Tuesday night at Fraser’s victory party in Port Alberni.

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Alberni-Pacific Rim MLA Scott Fraser is congratulated by a supporter at a get-together at the Steeworkers Hall on Montrose Street on Tuesday night.

Liberal hopeful Darren DeLuca gave it his best shot but was couldn’t beat NDP incumbent Scott Fraser. The Highway 4 connector is a priority, he said.

Fraser takes Alberni-Pacific Rim WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

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cott Fraser, the incumbent NDP MLA for Alberni-Pacific Rim, has won the battle for his seat.

But his party has lost the war in the provincial election with the election of a Liberal majority government on Tuesday.

Fraser took the riding with 9,829 votes. Liberal candidate Darren DeLuca had 5,981, and BC Conservative candidate Enid Mary Sangster-Kelly earned 1,377 votes.

Officials reported an overall BC voter turnout at 48 per cent.

“I’m grateful for...a resounding

endorsement from the voters of AlberniPacific Rim,” Fraser said.

“Darren put up a good fight and I always expect a fight.”

Fraser circulated about the room at the Steelworkers Hall on Montrose Street, which was filled with a who’s-who from Port Alberni labour: Steelworkers, ADTU, district labour council and others.

Province-wide the Liberals took 50 seats to the NDP’s 33.

Vancouver Island remains an NDP stronghold, having won 10 of 14 seats.

The Liberals won two seats. The Green Party established a beach head, electing their first member in Oak Bay-Gordon Head.

lucky to get 12 people but there’s still an and a sleepy dog out. obligation to hold the Liberal government to Tonight there’s about 100 people here,” account, Fraser said.

DeLuca said.

Across town at The Liberal Liberal headquarters, platform of jobs challenger Darren and the economy DeLuca said he gave resonated it his with best shot. voters, “I came and a out of majority the gate governlate but ment we gave validates it a good – Darren DeLuca their run,” staying DeLuca power, said.

DeLuca said.

Busi-ness types, “Win or lose, our city councillor Hira community is looking Chopra and Federal for leadership with Conservative MP those issues,” he said.

James Lunney DeLuca spoke often milled about about a Highway 4 DeLuca’s campaign connector. The issue headquarters on the old Nanaimo Highway. is prominent, needed, and is now part of the “I was at Liberal Valley’s agenda. “No offices here in past matter who or what elections and we were

The Liberal majority shocked Fraser. “I travelled across BC and most people said that they were ready for a change,” he said.

Fraser said he’ll continue to fight for issues that are pertinent to the Alberni Valley.

Raw log exports need to be reduced, and the value of logs has to be increased in relation to jobs, he said.

The forest industry needs to be better managed, and the Raven Underground Coal Project bears watching, he added.

“Those checks and balances need to be there so we don’t end up losing what we already have.”

The NDP may be in opposition again

‘I came out of the gate late but we gave it a good run.’

party leads, the people want someone who can get that done,” DeLuca said.

The prospect of an NDP majority spooked voters, DeLuca said, and the NDP record of the 1990s was the ghost that came back to haunt the party.

“Adrian Dix and Moe Sihota (party president) were two of three architects of that decade,” DeLuca said. “People don’t want or need their lives turned upside down again.”

On CBC Radio, NDP leader Adrian Dix, who retained his seat in VancouverKensington, addressed a hushed crowd at the NDP campaign headquarters.

“Elections belong to the voters and the voters have decided,”

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Dix said. “It’s our responsibility, our duty, to accept that decision.”

Liberal leader Christy Clark spoke confidently about her party’s win.

“Tonight, we have received a mandate from the people of British Columbia,” she said on CBC Radio. “I say to the citizens of British Columbia, you have humbled us tonight with this opportunity and the tremendous obligation you’ve placed on our shoulders.”

Clark’s fight isn’t over yet though.

She lost her Vancouver-Point Grey riding, to the NDP’s David Eby 10,162 9,377.

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ADSS grad parade, prom and ceremony split over two days WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON Alberni VAlley news

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he Alberni District Secondary School grad parade and ceremony will not be held on the same night this year.

Instead, the car parade and prom will be held Saturday, June 8 and a cap-and-gown graduation ceremony will be held Friday, June 28.

The former Dry Grad is now known as the prom, ADSS vice principal Ron Behnke said.

The grad committee made the decision to split the event, he added.

Port Alberni city council approved a grad parade committee’s request to close the streets

along the parade route on Saturday, June 8, from 5:45–7 p.m.

In previous years the grad parade used to start from the old high school and weave its way to the AV Multiplex, where students disembarked from their vehicles— everything from classic cruisers to sports cars, tractors and horses and buggies—and strolled into the building for the grad ceremony.

This year however, the parade is being held on June 8.

The route will be along Anderson Avenue, West on Burde Street, North on 10th Avenue and east along Roger Street to the multiplex, councillors were told.

The parade is subject to the

provision of $2 million in liability insurance in the city’s name, correspondence noted.

Grad committee spokesperson Anita Wilson wasn’t available for comment.

The actual grad ceremony is being held on Friday, June.

28, again at the AV Multiplex.

Students will gather at the high school where they will don their caps and gowns then parade to the multiplex, Behnke said.

The move to split the events has to do with a change in the logistics of the ceremony.

This will be the first year that ADSS grads will be donning a cap and gown, Hartwell said.

In a previous

‘We wanted to do something to set the new high school apart from the old one on Burde Street.’

– Mike ruttan interview with the News, ADSS principal Mike Ruttan said the move to a cap and gown was being done for a few reasons.

“We wanted to do something to set the new high school apart from the old one on Burde Street,” Ruttan said.

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Enjoy poetry by Sarah Louise Bunda, film and short skits at Char’s Landing from 4-6 p.m., then the one-act play Mudflaps, written by Gwynne Hunt of Main Artery on Argyle Street, at 7:30 p.m.

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rron Thompson’s family said goodbye to him last Saturday.

At his funeral, pallbearers quietly walked Thompson’s flower-laden grey casket out to a waiting van. His remains are to be cremated.

The family lost more than one brother that fateful Monday when Arron died.

Another brother, Archibald, is facing second degree murder charges in connection with the incident.

Crown Counsel in Port Alberni is still reviewing the matter and charges may yet change.

Arron Thompson’s seven siblings and his parents now begin the task of trying to cope and heal in the wake of what is an alleged fraticide.

But a deep reservoir of love and a strong familial bond are enabling the family to not just cope with the immense loss of Arron, but also to try and forgive their brother Archibald.

“We love each other unconditionally, all of us,” eldest sister Caroline said.

The siblings— some of whom have different fathers, and come from different Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations—don’t see themselves as a typical blended family.

“Mom never treated us differently because we had different fathers,” Catherine said.

“We loved each other as one family.”

The siblings each grew up in foster care, not always together, and the homes were exclusively nonaboriginal, she said.

The siblings longed to live as a family again, but the lack of cultural exposure created a unique form of loneliness that would influence Arron’s life in the end, Catherine said.

Archibald was the first boy born to mother Marcia and her first husband.

Arron was born four years later to her second partner.

The boys were inseparable, often dressing in identical clothes and playing with the same toys, Catherine said.

“They were really close and Archibald always looked out for (Arron).”

“He always took his role as the older brother seriously, even after they grew up.”

The brothers were taken into foster care when they were under age 10, she said. The other siblings followed in succession.

On one occasion, the boys hitchhiked from their rural foster home to their mother’s residence in town only to be returned by the police

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Marcia Thompson glances at a picture of her sons Arron, left, and Archibald when they were in their early teens. Once inseparable, Archibald now stands accused of stabbing Arron to death on May 6.

later, Catherine said.

“Archibald was bounced around in care a lot. He took it harder and always wanted to be with our mom,” she said.

The boys separated later. Archibald lived with older sister Catherine, and Arron later with Caroline.

Arron never wanted to be in the last home he was assigned to.

Caroline, who was in her mid-20s with children of her own,

took him in.

“All he said was that he couldn’t wait to get out of there,” she said. Arron always struggled with the

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It was a missing piece of his life.” Arron had also talked to his family about one day becoming a social worker.

Archibald was also reticent about his time in care, said Catherine, who took him in.

“I didn’t prepare with courses the way my sister did but I still took him in. He’s my brother and I took him in to help.”

Archibald applied himself to school, graduating from VAST in 2008-09, even giving an aboriginal drum to school staff.

He also travelled during that time as well, something he often reflected on.

The brothers sometimes had dustups but nothing that hinted at fierce sibling rivalry, Catherine said.

“They’d wrestle around...but that was it.”

After seven of eight children passed through foster care and grew into adulthood they forged a close bond, making up for lost time.

The family, some

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with children of their own now, celebrate birthdays and holidays together, and frequently visit one another.

“Arron got the Army Cadet Hall for us once so we could all have Christmas dinner together,” Catherine said. “He and Archibald cooked the dinner. Arron wasn’t much of a cook but he did his part.”

Both boys moved in with their mother after they became adults—Archibald first then Arron eight months ago.

They picked up where they left off as children: they’d hang out, walk, talk, and play video games late into the night.

If something smouldered below the surface between the two young men, it was exacerbated by grinding poverty, Catherine surmised.

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Brother remains in custody

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From left to right, Caroline, Marcia and Catherine Thompson hold pictures of their brothers Archibald and Arron during better times.

From / 7 The boys worked seasonally at a fish plant. They didn’t always qualify for employment insurance and resorted to social assistance for an income.

“There was tension because of finances.

Living in that kind of poverty made things difficult,” Catherine said.

Archibald also began wrestling with alcohol issues, and he recently spent time at a treatment facility in Comox, she said.

The family isn’t sure of what happened on the morning of May 6.

All they know for sure is Arron staggered out of the

residence and across the road, bleeding profusely from a stab wound.

“I was at work when I found out. I went to get my sister then I texted my mother and we went to the hospital,” Catherine said.

“We weren’t sure yet if Archibald was involved.”

The two sisters and mother sat anxiously in the hospital waiting room. At 10:30 a.m., doctors told the group that Arron didn’t make it.

“Archibald called mom on her cell and she told him ‘Arron is dead,’” Catherine said.

A few hours later, a police dog team

and chairs were put away, the family walked out of the centre and on to their healing journey.

The family feels an obligation to both grieve for their dead brother, but also to support the brother who is accused of killing him. “(Archibald) is our brother and we would never turn our back on him,” Caroline said. “I know we have the strength to get through this.”

“They are our brothers and we unconditionally love both of them,” Catherine said.

“It’s going to be a long hard road for us to accept this.”

flushed Archibald out of Dry Creek Park.

He was arrested on Frank Street after a short foot chase. He remains in custody. Police are still investigating the matter and are being assisted by a unit of officers from Victoria, police said.

The mother has seen and talked to Archibald since he’s been in custody. None of his siblings have though, Catherine said.

At the end of the funeral, family and friends gathered for a luncheon at the Port Alberni Friendship Centre, a fixture in the siblings’ lives while growing up.

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EDITORIAL

Big victory for BC Liberals

The B.C. electorate has decided to re-elect a BC Liberal government, with Premier Christy Clark leading a relentless campaign that was focused on the economy.

Pollsters and pundits were proven completely wrong, as virtually all of them had predicted an NDP win.

Congratulations are in order to the premier. MLA Rich Coleman, provincial campaign chair who also regained his seat, said all along that Clark was a brilliant campaigner, and she was just that.

Her campaign focused on the economy, day after day, using attack ads to highlight the record of past NDP governments and to define hr opponent Adrian Dix. It clearly resonated with voters.

They were unhappy with NDP leader Dix’s flip-flop on the Kinder Morgan pipeline in the midst of the election, and saw that as an indication that the NDP would wilt on major economic development projects when environmentalists applied heat.

Many also supported the Liberals because they pledged to keep a close eye on government spending — something the NDP had no intention of doing, as was indicated by their expensive campaign pledges and unwillingness to balance the budget until at least the fourth year of their mandate.

The BC Liberals now need to deliver on their pledges to balance the budget, pursue economic development projects and investment and work towards a brighter future for young people.

The disappointing thing about the election is that so few people voted. It appears that voter turnout only went up by one per cent — to 52 per cent. Almost half the registered voters didn’t bother to take part.

This is a bad omen for democracy in the future, particularly as so few younger people voted.

— Langley Times

Clark win confounds ‘experts’ TOM FLETCHER B.C. Views

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ICTORIA – The pollsters, pundits and the self-styled rebels of the B.C. Liberal Party were struggling for answers as their conventional wisdom went out the window on election night.

In came the B.C. Liberals and Christy Clark for a fourth term, with a 50-seat majority that is stronger than the one they took into the 2013 election.

“Welcome to the club,” Alberta Premier Alison Redford wrote on Twitter on election night, referring to Redford’s own win in the face of a wall of polls and pontificators saying she was done.

Here’s the next thing to ignore from the media experts who rub shoulders with those pollsters and political strategists. It’s all about the negative ads, they will say, and NDP leader Adrian Dix’s big mistake was to run a

decision that surprised “positive” campaign. even his platform Rubbish. co-chairs, Dix turned Was their long fight against the proposal to against the harmonized twin the TransMountain sales tax a positive oil pipeline that winds campaign? across B.C. from Alberta Is piling on sham to Burnaby. environmental reviews Well, not the pipeline for the express purpose of itself, but the prospect of killing industrial projects more oil tankers in and a positive idea? out of Vancouver harbour.

“Clearly our message At least didn’t get out now, more the way we ‘Clearly our will wanted it to message didn’t people understand get out,” Dix said after get out the way that Vancouver watching one we wanted...’ has been of the biggest an oil port comebacks – Adrian Dix for nearly a in Canadian century, and political that Canada’s history. future includes energy That’s rubbish too. development. More people He got his message out should also appreciate just fine, serving it up that environmental in bite-sized pieces in a assessment is not a classic front-runner’s political game. campaign that cynically Andrew Weaver made put off the most difficult history as B.C.’s first choices.

Green Party MLA. He was going to expand He came out against government, and restrict Clark’s economic holy industrial development to grail, development of appease urban voters. liquefied natural gas Dix’s most dramatic exports from the North policy shift contributed to Coast. Weaver calls LNG his undoing. a “pipe dream” that will Mid-campaign, in a

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never materialize.

It will be interesting to watch him as he is proved wrong on that, and then as he grapples with gas as a transition fuel that can be used to develop clean energy infrastructure.

B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins ran a distant third in his Langley constituency, and his goal of a breakthrough didn’t materialize anywhere. His idea of scrapping the carbon tax on fossil fuels didn’t impress many people, despite his focus on rural and northern B.C. Clark should heed the NDP on at least one thing.

Dix promised to move B.C. election dates to the fall, starting in 2017.

The idea of giving his anticipated government an extra six months to govern the province was uncontroversial when Dix proposed it in his party’s election platform, so Clark will likely proceed with it.

Another NDP idea Clark should adopt is getting the corporate and union money out of election campaigns.

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Mailbag: Feedback on voter apathy, dark holes

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Votes should be mandatory To the Editor, With 50 per cent (or less!) provincial voter turnout, people of B.C so-inclined need no longer complain that politicians are doing a half-assed job when their bosses (the electorate) demonstrate a halfassed interest in the hiring process (voting).

Shame on those who failed to exercise a democratic right that people in war-torn places risk their lives for and Canadians have fought and died for, leaving the work of maintaining it to the rest of us.

If there were ever a case for mandatory voting, this would be it.

Which begs the question: When only half (or less) of registered voters cast a ballot, can a government have an honest mandate or is it a sham?

Sure seems like the latter.

Liz Stonard, Port Alberni

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What’s not in NDP’s budget?

From/ 10 She likely won’t, because her party’s financial advantage is too great, but the time has come for this important reform.

The B.C. Liberals’ much-discussed “balanced” budget will now be put to the test over the next few months.

The legislature must be convened by

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September to debate that budget.

This should be the last vote based on an untested budget, and the first of many scheduled fall legislature sessions.

Votes apathy is pathetic

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

To the Editor, About 50 years ago Texan crooner Roy Orbison had a

hit with It’s Over.

That song now plays over and over in my cranial Wurlitzer Jukebox: the 40th B.C. provincial election is finally over!

The relentless and unabashed campaigning, all at taxpayers’ expense, began when Christy Clark was anointed as BC Liberal Party Leader in February 2011. During that time, we’ve all witnessed the following truism : “The more politically unattractive one is, the more sure of oneself one seems to be”.

I’m delighted that I’ll get no more robocalls from political parties, nor from Stockwell Day, nor from the Dogwood Initiative; all pushing their phony agendas.

But I’m saddened once again by the abysmal election turnout.

Despite valiant efforts taken to increase the numbers of voters, like more efficient advance polling, we could still only manage a meagre 48 per cent turnout in B.C., according to early reports.

A few days earlier there was a general election in Pakistan where more than 60 per cent of the 86 million eligible voters came out to cast their

ballots. That was despite a very real threat of violence from the Taliban, who killed 40-plus people at pre-election rallies.

I heard no reports of Kalishnikovtoting terrorists lurking behind the rhododendron bushes near voting places in B.C., yet our turnout was considerably lower than that of Pakistan.

It has been claimed that voter apathy seemingly increases the arrogance of those elected, but that’s not always the case. For example, with its mandatory voting laws there is a 98 per cent turnout for every election in Australia; however, in this imperfect world of ours, there are still reports of some arrogant antipodean autocrats.

Bernie Smith, Parksville

Cave bill not complete ban To the Editor, Re: Forestry tops issues at Alberni all-candidates event, May 9, www. albernivalleynews. com.

I have long studied cave protection legislation and management of cave resources in BC.

There is a reference to the banning of ‘commercial caving’ in your account of the candidates’ exchange on the need to adequately protect cave resources in the Alberni Valley region in the public interest.

The candidate is referring specifically to the proposed BC Cave Protection Act (Bill M206), according to the video stream of the all-candidates event that you linked to your article.

Bill 206 is modeled on the 1988 US Federal Cave Resources Protection Act, as well as the more than 22 state cave laws.

Introduced as a nonpartisan initiative in 2010, the bill provides for regulating commercial activities in caves by means of a permit system.

A permitting process is not an outright ban. The permitting of these activities in caves is consistent with existing requirements for commercial operations in B.C.’s backcountry, including in caves.

Paul Griffiths, Campbell River

Use it or lose it To the Editor, Will critiquing

church, union or political party dogma get you applause?

Is capitalist media the last bastion of a free press?

Should reporters be awarded judge status so they can’t be fired without just cause?

Are Voltaire’s “I may not agree but defend to the death your right to air your views,” and Patrick Henry’s “Give me liberty or give me death,” not politically correct news?

History recorded the War of 1812 and how First Nations warriors saved Canada from U.S. rule; media reported child abuse incidents by priests and in Indian residential school.

Shall the debts of our fathers haunt us to infinity and render Canucks pack mules?

Just as NDP negotiated the Nisga’a settlement treaty, that many years ago was sealed, will Liberals give aboriginals a referendum to sell feudal lord status to level playing field?

Can private sector get same benefits as government, if voting majority appealed to emancipate common Canucks and ensure all past favouritism will be repealed?

R.J. Frankow, Port Alberni

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◆ BUSINESS

Teens push business idea ADSS: | savvy duo competes at national forum.

High school students Lily Campbell and Alixes Jorgensen of Port Alberni have been selected by the Business Development

Bank of Canada as two of the country’s most business-savvy Aboriginal students.

The Alberni District Secondary School students were at a national competition in Kamloops this week to present a business they created

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to a panel of judges at Thompson Rivers University.

What started out as a school project landed the students in a Canada-wide competition put on by the BDC. Campbell and Jorgensen have come up with Issaak Cultural Campground, a full-service campground located in Port Alberni.

The campground is designed to offer pull-through, fully serviced RV sites, cabins, camping sites, large group picnic area with gazebos, playground facilities as well as a Nuu-chahnulth cultural centre.

The duo could win thousands of dollars in prize money if their project is chosen for gold, silver or bronze recognition.

Tim & Janice Shewchuk

Parker earns new title SUSAN QUINN Alberni VAlley news

Sean Parker of Parker Financial Services Inc. has earned special status recognition with Sun Life Financial.

It’s a milestone that few financial advisors achieve, and is particularly special to Parker, 36, who opened his business 14 years ago.

Parker is consistently one of the top one per cent of Sun Life advisors across Canada.

I have clients all over the world,” he says, althugh 75 per cent of

his team, and thanks them and mentor Shaoron Murray for their roles in the success of his business.

As part of the award, Sun Life gave Parker $6,000 to donate to charities of his choice. He has given $2,000 to the BC Cancer Foundation in memory of George Manson, a friend who recently passed away from cancer.

The remaining $4,000 will go to the Alberni Valley Hospice Society, specifically for Ty Watson House hospice.

always room for his business is from improvement.” the Alberni Valley Parker gives credit and central Island. to the rest of his team He offers financial for helping him services achieve this ranging from recognition: tax-efficient office manager investing to life Sharlyn and disability Huysmans, insurance. estate and It’s something financial plan he has loved expert Damien since he was a Burleigh, teenager, taking SEAN certified night courses PARKER general and working a accountant retail job during the Danielle Parker and day. technology, training “I like problem and customer support solving,” he says. “I representative Susan believe no matter Mann. how financially Parker also counts successful or wealthy his clients as part of someone is, there’s

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‘Port Posh’ car wash gets green light WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON Alberni VAlley news

Port Alberni residents may have the option of washing their car at a new car wash on Gertrude Street in 2014.

Port Alberni city councillors approved a development permit at their Monday meeting that paved the way for the new facility.

The business, Port Posh Wash, will be located at the corner of Gertrude Street and Southgate Road (across from Dolce Vita), the former site

celebrated their 25th Wedding Anniversary with their sons Colin & Mathew, also included were many wonderful friends who helped make their special day a celebration to remember in beautiful Cabo San Lucas, Mexico on March 3, 2013

of Payless Gas. The facility, if it goes ahead, will consist of six wash bays — four self-serve and two automatic — and enough room on site for 12 waiting cars, city planner Scott Smith said.

The project will create jobs and add to the city’s tax base.

Also, it helps the city meet its goal of sustainability by redeveloping a Brownfield site, a report noted.

The property is zoned CMX1, which encompasses using it as a car wash.

Although the

there.”

The sidewalks at both the entrance and exit will require modifying, the $12,000 tab for which the developer is picking up, Smith said.

Coun. Hira Chopra questioned why the developer is paying for the work. “If the sidewalk is city property then why does the business have to pay?” he asked.

The work is triggered by the developer’s plans, therefore the developer has to pay, not the taxpayer, Smith said.

site was formerly a gas station it has a Certificate of Compliance from the Ministry of Environment, a report to council noted.

Once in operation, vehicles will enter the facility from Southgate Road because it has less traffic, and then exit onto Gertrude Street.

Traffic could be an issue, Coun.

Cindy Solda said, particularly the potential for illegal turns into the facility through the Gertrude Street exit. “There could be a lot of traffic violations

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Man faces Who’s paying for mayor’s trip?

28 charges WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON

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he man accused of running down and severely injuring three people last month is facing 28 charges including four counts of attempted murder.

Charges against Travis Foord of Port Alberni were sworn before a justice of the peace in Port Alberni Provincial Court on May 2.

The charges include four counts of attempted murder.

Initially, only three victims were reported, but there was a fourth person at the scene, RCMP Cpl. Jen Allan said.

Other charges include failure to stop at the scene of an accident, criminal negligence causing bodily harm, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle,

and assault causing bodily harm.

Police were called to an incident on the 2800 block of Sixth Avenue shortly after 1 a.m. on March 30, according to RCMP. Police found a truck allegedly driven by Foord on its side with one person trapped under it, and two people laying injured nearby. The fourth person was not injured.

Rescue crews from the Port Alberni Fire Department freed the man underneath the truck, and he and the other two injured people were taken to hospital. One of the group, an adult female, was flown to Victoria.

The three, since identified as Stephone Dennis, Cam Johnson and Belinda Hainsworth, are still recovering from multiple broken bones.

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he city’s share of Mayor John Douglas’s recent trip to China will be paid out of the councillors’ travel budget, not with economic development money or that of the city’s general contingency fund.

Councillors changed their minds and had to rescind a previous vote then make a new motion calling for Douglas’s trip to be funded with money from council’s travel budget up to a limit of $2,000.

In April, councillors voted to allow Douglas to travel to Enshi, China, where SD 70 officials are recruiting students

to attend high school in Port Alberni.

The school district offered to cost-share Douglas’s fare.

The trip is now being paid for specifically out of council’s travel budget, city finance manager Cathy Rothwell said in a telephone interview.

At Monday’s meeting, Coun. Hira Chopra posed that

development department to begin with so the added expense wouldn’t be in its best interest, Coun. Jack McLeman said.

Making the change will have an impact later, city manager Ken Watson said.

“The travel account may be over budget somewhat.”

councillors were clear about where the money was coming from for the trip at the previous meeting and agreed to it with a motion.

“The motion passed.

Why do we have to change that now?”

Chopra asked.

“I don’t agree with this one. This isn’t the right procedure.”

Council underfunds the economic

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Contractor disputes roof bid process WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON Alberni VAlley news

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An out-of-town contractor is raising the roof over the awarding of a city contract to replace the roof at Echo Community Pool.

Maple Ridge roofer Mark Super submitted a $139,000 bid to replace the roof at the community pool.

According to Super,

his was the lowest bid among five bidders.

City policy notes that bids are usually awarded to the lowest bid, but in this case Flynn Canada of Port Alberni won it with the second lowest bid at $176, 500.

Parks and Recreation director Scott Kenny acknowledged that Super was the lowest bidder, but said that there were issues with

his bid.

The bid called for the installation of the Soprema Roofing Membrane System, which requires a specific designation to be considered a certified installer.

Super doesn’t have that, Kenny said.

Also, Super isn’t a member of the Roofing Contractors Association of BC, and therefore can’t provide a

a warranty for the Soprema product,” Kenny said. “If you don’t have it then you don’t have it.”

Super contested the point, saying that “Nowhere in the spec did it say that a Soprema warranty was wanted.”

Allowing a product switch mid-bid would be unfair to other contractors and may put the city at risk legally, Kenny said.

RCABC warranty for his work. Such a warranty costs the city more but it better protects the city’s interests if there is an issue with the material, Kenny said.

And lastly, Super’s bid was incomplete when he submitted it, Kenny said.

Specifically, the portion to do with the guarantee was missing.

“Super can’t provide

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Conquer tricky lighting with balance ‘I know that the optimal aperture for a lens is two stops down from wide open, or in my case f8.’

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Suzy is the single mother of two very small children and is trying to balance life, children, and work.

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There is always a tradeoff in photography: buy a faster shutter speed and pay for it in lens aperture, buy a small aperture for more depth-of-field and

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Photographer Norman Silverstone uses correct white balance and bounced flash to create even lighting of this unique staircase in a house for sale, while also highlighting the curved feature of the stairs using a wide angle and unique perspective.

pay for it in shutter speed, buy a higher ISO and pay for it in digital noise.

Suzy e-mailed me back and asked if I would come and photograph a house for her and give her a simple lesson on shooting indoors. I set aside everything I typically take for this kind of shoot:

my sturdy tripod, one telescoping lightstand, one white umbrella, two strobe slaves, two Nikon auto/manual “X” flashes, Sekonic flash/daylight light meter, remote cable release, Nikon SC-17 extended off-camera flash cord, flashlight, spare eyeglasses, extra

batteries with a battery checker, Nikon D300s with a 17-70mm Nikon lens as well as a Sigma 10~20mm lens.

I knew that Suzy was using a Canon G10 camera so I went to the Internet and looked up her camera’s specs and layout. Drove to

Nanaimo, grabbed Suzy and immediately went to Starbucks to re-fuel.

We arrived at the two-storey house to be photographed at noon, and the first thing that I noticed was that the front of the house was facing east. Although the sun was shining in full force, the front of the house was in shade. A mistake on my part: I should have asked which way the house was facing for the exterior shots.

I wanted to check out the interior so I took only the minimum gear into the house: tripod, camera, extended flash cord, SB800 Nikon strobe flash in bounce position, and a remote cable release. The ceilings were stippled white, perfect for bouncing light off

of and creating a soft, even lighting in the room instead of harsher direct lighting from my flash.

I took a light meter reading of the room and set up the camera with the wide-angle lens to shoot at 15mm (which would equal 22mm lens in 35mm talk), set my ISO at 800, the aperture at f8 (for lots of depth-of-field) and the shutter speed at 1/60 of a second.

Because I was using a tripod it would have been possible to shoot at very slow shutter speeds, thereby gaining lots of depth of field. I could have shot at f11 @ 1/30 or else f16 @ 1/15. However I know that the optimal aperture for a lens is two stops down from wideopen, or in my case f8.

It all worked beautifully.

Any questions? E-mail me at nsilverstone@telus. net or see me online at www.silverstonephotos. com.

Norman Silverstone teaches photography through North Island College and Eldercollege in Port Alberni.

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The Alberni Airborne Volleyball Club U12-U13 team pose together at the provincial championship they attended. The U12 team is coached by: Tami Doughty and Kym Shepheard. The U13 team is coached by: Lindsay Devine and Jelena Dyer.

Airborne fly at provincials LINDSAY DEVINE SPECIAL TO THE NEWS

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The Alberni Airborne Volleyball Club U12 and U13 teams competed well at the U13 Provincials in Abbotsford.

It was both teams’ first times going to the provincials.

Volleyball BC’s youngest age category is U13 so the U12 team was playing against teams that were a year older than them.

The U12 team played very well and

improved noticeably over the weekend.

Coaches and referees commented on how hard they were playing for such a young team and congratulated the girls.

More than 180 teams competed over three days on 18 volleyball courts at the Trade and Exhibition Centre. The girls were amazed and thought this was a very cool experience.

The most inspirational player

from each team received a t-shirt.

Alberni’s Rebecca Donahue received one from the U13 team; Desirae Henstridge accepted one from the U12 team.

Overall, all the coaches and parents could keep saying is “Wow, they have sure come a long way.

It is incredible how much the girls have improved since their first practice.”

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Community Events SAT. MAY 18 ◆ SOCIAL JUSTICE AND THE ARTS, poetry, film, spoken word at Char’s Landing from 4-6 p.m., then at 7:30 p.m. a presentation of one-act play Mudflaps, about violence against women, written by Gwynne Hunt. Tix: $7 advance ($8 at the door). Doors open 7 p.m. ◆ FINAL DAY TO REGISTER FOR CITY BANNER PAINT-IN. Call Rollin Art Centre, 250-724-3412 or drop by the centre at Argyle Street and Eighth Avenue to pick up a form. Registration fee is $10.

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Maps will be available at the Rollin Art Centre. ◆ ALL THINGS FRINGE VOLUNTEER MEETING

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Port Alberni City Council will arrange a stakeholders meeting to discuss the Raven Coal project once the project’s application for an Environmental Assessment Certificate/ Environmental Impact Statement, which is currently undergoing a 30-day screening process, is released to the public.

According to city manager Ken Watson, the screening process for the 12,000-page application began April 4.

If the application is deemed complete at the end of the 30-day screening process, it will be released to the public and then will undergo a 180-day review.

The meeting is expected to take place in the following months and will include stakeholders such as the port authority, regional district, and local First Nations.

◆ CRUISE SHIP ‘AMSTERDAM’ visits for the day, docking near the wharf at Harbour Quay. Come down and greet our visitors. Watch for increased foot traffic and road closures

in the area, as well as increased train activity.

Wow! We have been open for four months and I can’t believe the response! I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for trusting us with your health and that of your families and friends. And thanks for making our family feel so welcome and so much a part of this incredible community we share.

I am especially amazed at the numbers of babies, toddlers and kids that you have referred for colic, breathing and digestive difficulties as well as general health, wellness checkups and care. It’s so especially rewarding to me because ensuring the health of the next generation is so pivotal at every level for the wellbeing of our society.

Chiropractic is amazing! I see its delivery to you as having three levels of application to your health.

The first level is intended to reduce your headaches, asthma, spinal pain, acid reflux, menstrual pain, constipation…..etc by restoring the integrity of your spine and thus increasing the nerve supply that keeps all of your body healthful.

The second level includes regular Chiropractic care to keep your spine supple. The regular adjustment of subluxations (Chiropractic cavities) restores the movement that helps diminish the start of the wear and tear and degeneration that leads to spinal osteoarthritis. As a side effect of your adjustments, your spine should hurt less and less often.

The third level of care allows your nervous system to do a better job of integrating your health similar to increasing the speed and efficiency of your computer. At this level, the adjustment is delivered to your spine but the result is an improved nerve supply to every cell, organ and tissue in your body.

The level of care you choose for your family is completely up to you. A few neck adjustments to help you shoulder check more effectively, three months of care to get you fully prepared for golf season or a lifetime of wellness care for your entire family would be equally fine.

Every adjustment counts. Every adjustment matters. It’s always a privilege to help put the ‘being’ back into a human being. Thanks again to all of you, from my family to yours. Enjoy your spring!

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Saturday was a special Mother’s Day event complete with complimentary refreshments. The barn is open Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturday from 11 a.m to 3 p.m.

The Western Vancouver Island Industrial Heritage had members in strategic Port Alberni areas (here in front of Walmart) to solicit funds so that they will have materials to restore more of their vehicles. If you would like to see their work or make a donation they are located in the old arena and are there every Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday mornings from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Griffin Hammond, 3, gets ready to his chicken strips at the Pizza Factory that held their grand opening on Saturday at their new location at 4740 Roger Street. Everyone had their choice of a free cup of coffee courtesy Serious Coffee, chicken from Circle Dairy, donuts from The Donut Shop or a slice of pizza.

Carysa Howland, 4, looked long and hard to find the right books at Echo Centre on Satruday.

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Knox Presbyterian Church was the site of the ladies auxiliary annual spring plant sale and tea. Jake VanKooten propagated all the plants that the ladies sold on Saturday.

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EXHIBITS / Kids’ art at the Rollin. A26

Social justice in arts

The Art Matters Society has organized the Alberni Valley’s Social Justice and the Arts day this Saturday, May 18 starting at 4 p.m. at Char’s Landing.

The microphone will open at 4 p.m. for poets like Sarah Louise Bunda, spoken word pieces and more. Expect a reading or two from upcoming productions, as well as the crowning of the winner of a poster contest Art Matters Society ran to promote the day.

At 7:30 p.m., Gwynne Hunt unveils Mudflaps, a gritty play about violence against women that brings a strong message to the stage.

This play deals with the uncomfortable subject of violence against women but is told with heart and humour. While events are free between 4–6 p.m., tickets for Mudflaps are $7 in advance at the Main Artery, 4969 Argyle St. or $8 at the door. Doors open at Char’s at 7 p.m.

For more info, please e-mail gwynne1@telus.net.

Exhibit opens The Alberni Valley Museum’s new exhibit “Leonard Frank: British Columbia’s Master Photographer” opens this Thursday, May 16 at the museum at 7:30 p.m.

The second volume of Kris Patterson’s That Was Then...With Old Ike will also be launched inside the museum.

Fringe Festival coming June 21-23

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Jazzed up to rock

From Jazz to pop, classic rock to alt-rock, the Michael Wood Band is bringing it to Char’s Landing this Friday, May 17 from 8–10 p.m. Their sound is described as “The Killers meet Kings of Leon”: come out and decide for yourself. Tickets are $12 in advance at the Rollin Art Centre and $15 at the door. Char’s is located at 4815 Argyle Street at Fifth Avenue.

Gallery eagerly accepts kids’ art MELISSA MARTIN Arts Around

Art in the Schools is currently on exhibit at Rollin Art Centre.

This exciting exhibit, featuring the work of Alberni Valley children who have worked with a legion of local artists, runs until June 8.

Students from local elementary schools and Community Living who took part with local artists in Art in the Schools have their artwork on display during this exhibit.

Saturday, May 25 from 1-3 p.m. is the artist reception, so come out and meet these up and coming artists and help them experience what being an artist is all about.

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Book sale a success

The Community Arts Council would like to thank all the volunteers who helped make this year’s event a great success, as well as the community who continuously helps support the Arts Council by donating all the great books and help to pass on the gift of the word.

Thank you!

Time running out for banners There is still time to get involved in the 2013 banner project. Children, adults and schools can take part in this great community event. Once again ,the Arrowsmith Rotary Club will be sponsoring the program.

There is a $10 registration fee, to cover the cost of supplies.

Forms can be picked up at the Rollin Art Centre Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Deadline is May 18. The painting event is planned for May 23-26 at the Kinsmen Community Centre.

What’s on at Char’s Landing Thursday, May 16, 7-9 p.m., $10, Julia McDougall and string trio plus Luke Leighfield Spring Tour.

Friday, May 17, 8-10 p.m., $12, Michael Wood Bandjazz to pop to classic rock.

Saturday, May 18, $7, Social Justice and the Arts. Starts at 4 p.m. with open mic. 7:30 p.m.

Mudflaps one act play by Gwynne Hunt.

Monday, May 20, 7-9 p.m.,

$10, Theresa Sokyrka CD release. Pop,jazz, folk— with Spanish flamenco influences.

Advanced tickets available at the Rollin Art Centre, cash only.

Book Rollin’s garden now Book your wedding or special event now to be held in the beautiful gardens at the Rollin Art Centre.

Make those special days last forever with photographs taken on our landscaped gardens and grounds amongst a gazebo, bridge or in a field of flowers. Call Rollin Art Centre today for more info at 250-724-3412.

Melissa Martin is the arts administrator for the Community Arts Council.

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On June 21, 22, 23, the Alberni Valley Fringe Theatre Festival will add colour, adventure and alternative theatre to the arts district on Argyle Street.

A Fringe theatre festival is theatre that is not of the mainstream.

Fringe festivals provide a venue for alternative theatre. Art Matters Society, producers of the first ever Port Alberni Fringe produce live, unjuried theatre and produced a Fringe Festival in the Fraser Valley for 14 years.

Traditionally, there are several shows going on at the same time in different venues. People can pay a small fee for each show— between $4 and $10—or buy a Fringe Pass for $80$100 and see several shows over the two- or threeday festival, organizer Gwynne Hunt says.

“You never know what you are going to get attending a fringe show; it can be rough and unpolished or it can be spectacular.”

The main stage this year is the Capitol Theatre on Argyle Street, with Char’s Landing serving as a boutique venue. The lineup already boasts 28 performances, Hunt said.

A volunteer Fringe Festival meeting is planned for Saturday, June 1 from 1–2 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre. Come armed with questions and enthusiasm. Please call Hunt at 250-723-3331 for more information or to volunteer.

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Artists bring art back into schools NIOMI PEARSON

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Special to the NewS

The artistic creations of nearly 200 local children will be on display at the Rollin Arts Centre gallery this month.

The show is the result of a new program administered by the Community Arts Council designed to help bring the lost art of art back into Alberni Valley schools.

The Art in the Schools program began last year as an arts fair and has blossomed into full on artist-in-theclassroom sessions at Eighth Avenue, Alberni Elementary, Gill Elementary, EJ Dunn, and Port Alberni Community Living. Arts administrator Melissa Martin said she came up with the idea after seeing a lack of art activity in local elementary schools.

“The middle schools

◆ ARTISTS’ RECEPTION for the art in Schools exhibit takes place Saturday, May 25, 1–3 p.m.

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Local artist Jason Titian, centre, has spent hours in the classroom at Eighth Avenue school as part of the Community Arts Council’s Art in the Schools program. Hundreds of local students will have their creations on display at the Rollin Arts Centre. From left to right: Katana Woodward, Maly Pohar, Titian, Ivan Frank and Jesse Nicholls.

and the high schools are lucky enough to still have art in their curriculum, but unfortunately the budget cuts deemed it so there wasn’t much arts in the elementary

schools,” Martin said.

“Depending on the teachers, they tried to bring it in but the majority of it is based around craft time, and that’s usually Christmas time. That,

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to me, was just not enough.”

Last February, the arts council held trade show style assemblies in some of the schools, featuring local artists.

This year, through an Arts B.C. grant, the council was able to hire six local artists to lead weekly art sessions with classrooms ranging

from Grade 2 and up.

Teaching everything from pottery to paper mache, painting to mask making, the artists have been working with the students since early April and will be wrapped up in time for the gallery exhibit, which opened May 14 and runs until June 8.

“The ability to have this art exhibit has

been my dream,” Martin said.

“I want to give the children the experience of being an actual artist. They can come into the gallery, they’ll see their pieces on the walls or displayed, and then they’ll be given a reception on May 25.”

Unlike other artist exhibits, which rely on art sales to fund the operating costs of the show, the children’s artwork will not be sold, and so gallery donations will be especially appreciated during the exhibit, Martin said.

The Art in the Schools participating artists include Jason Titian, Yolande Fournier, Kelly Foxcroft-Poirier and professional painter

Dorothy Jarvis, who utilized some of the time to share her recent experiences painting in her home village of Port Simpson with the children.

“I brought a few artifacts and rocks from the beach,” Jarvis said.

Port Simpson is located near the Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear sanctuary, and was particularly inspiring for Jarvis.

Using tempra (water based) paints, the children expressed their creativity using the bear theme.

Martin said she hopes to offer the program again next year to schools who were unable to participate this year.

“My goal is to bring it to the high school if need be,” she said.

“We’ve got to start small, and we’ve got to start with the children, and make them have as much love for the arts as early as possible.”

“It’s just as important, in my opinion, as math and sciences and reading and writing.”

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$

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4050 Johnston Rd.

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109,900

$

SOLD

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4575 Wellington

~ Priced to Sell on Near 1/2 ACRE ! ~ Privately Set 3 Bdrm. + Lower Level Ready for Finishing! ~ Incredible Views, Incredible Family Neighbourhood! ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com

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234,900

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429,000

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213,900

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99,900

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194,300

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99,900

147,900

$

AFFORDABLE PARKSVILLE!

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~ Area of finer homes; mins. to town! ~ Peaceful country setting on .34 acre ~ Low low taxes-call for MORE info. ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#344170

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228,900

88,000

$

SOLD

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COUNTRY LIVING IN THE CITY

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~ Priced to Sell on Near 1/2 ACRE ! ~ Privately Set 3 Bdrm. + Lower Level Ready for Finishing! ~ Incredible Views, Incredible Family Neighbourhood! ~MORE photos & audio visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#314952

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94,500

3871 Craig Road

499,900

$

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~ 10 ACRES in Famous Qualicum Beach (zoning for 2 Acre Lots) ~ 5 Mins. to Beach, Village, 1 Blk. to School.... ~ Incredible Development Opportunity/ Holding Property... ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com

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229,900

$

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579,900

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ENCHANTING VICTORIAN ESTATE! 00 9,0 $ 59

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• 4 bedrooms, 3 bath home with in-law suite • Beautiful gardens, fenced yard, 24x12 garage/workshop

Claire’s Corner

GST 00+

,9 269

SL1 KYUNIM ROAD

9866 STIRLING ARM CRESCENT

• 0.43 acre lot fully serviced by electricity, water & sewage to lot line • 5 bedroom, 4 bath esquisite Sproat Lake estate • Unobstructed views, southern exposure & 98' of level sandy beach • Astounding views, private, sandy pebble beach with wharf

EASY LIVING IN CREEK'S EDGE MOBILE PARK! 00 9,0 $ 12

TERRACE LANE PATIO HOME! 00 4,9 $ 20

5555 GOLDEN STREET

• Custom home on 2.26 acres, built in 1995 by a premier builder • Master craftsmanship throughout this 3600+ sqft 4 bdrm, 4 bath home

PEACEFUL LIVING ON GREENBELT! 00 9,9 $ 26

MOUNTAIN & OCEAN VIEWS! 00 9,0 $ 17

301-2825 3RD AVENUE

• 2 bed, 1 bath corner condo w/plenty of windows • Secure building, laundry in unit/gas FP in living room

STUNNING RANCHER! 00 9,9 $ 27

4351 HOLLYWOOD STREET

• 3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher built in 2007 • Soaring vaulted ceilings, beautiful kitchen w/lg island

ASTOUNDING OCEAN VIEWS! 00 9,0 $ 39

2126 RITA RD

00 6,9 $ 13

SPECTACULAR VIEWS!

✦ OPEN HOUSE ✦ SATURDAY MAY 18TH

NINE YEAR OLD CUSTOM HOME! $

0 ,00 199

SOUTH PORT CLASS! 00 9,0 $ 34

4175 RAVENHILL AVENUE

FAMILY FRIENDLY! 00 2,9 $ 14

2755 5TH AVENUE

• Exquisite 3 bdrms, 2 bath home with open floor plan • In house workshop, extra lg garage with RV Parking

• 4 bdrm, 3 bath home w/ 5th bed or office/den • Quiet neighbourhood, private yard, beautifully landscaped

• 4 bdrm, 2 bath w/single garage and fully fenced • Overlooking park and green space

COUNTRY MASTERPIECE! 00 7,0 $ 45

COMPLETELY RENOVATED 00 9,0 $ 16

COMFORTABLE AND STYLISH! 00 9,9 $ 27

6295 LUGRIN ROAD

• Custom built six year young home on 0.60 acre • 4 bedroom, four bath with in-law suite

ONE OF THE FINEST HOMES IN PORT ALBERNI! 00 9,9 $ 69

4209 NORTH PARK DRIVE

• Charming home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bath • Relax on the patio, views of the greenbelt across the street

5820 TEBO AVENUE

• Stunning cook's delight kitchen with huge eating bar • Fully fenced back yard, private, feat. gardens & workshop

John’s Corner

Ph: (250) 730-1608 email:clairestorie@live.ca

Claire Storie

• B5

the Dave Koszegi Team

BUILD YOUR DREAM! 0 ,90 $ 79

$

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Ph: (250) 731-4101 15-5558 BEAVER CREEK RD

• Updated 2 bdrm, 1 bath w/ sunroom mobile home • Plenty of privacy, wrap around deck, close to all amenities

THREE YEARS YOUNG! 0 ,50 3 7 $1

#4-3774 12TH AVENUE

• Open floor plan design,2 bed, 2 bath plus den • Near shops, restaurants, amenities & hospital

EXECUTIVE FAMILY RESIDENCE! 0 ,00 9 9 $4

2875 CARMICHAEL CRES.

• 4 bedroom, three bath upper south port home • Fully fenced yard, newer roof, close to schools and walking trails

EASY LIVING! 0 ,50 $ 39

6310 KAREN PLACE

• 4 bdrm, 4 bath executive home, ust over 4600 sqft • One acre with shop, RV parking, sweeping driveway

STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE! 0 ,90 $ 569

email: john@midislandhomes.com LARGE SPLIT LEVEL HOME! 0 ,90 9 8 $1

LIFE IS EASY AT BARCLAY ESTATES! 0 ,90 8 6 $1

John Clark MAGICAL MEMORIES! 0 ,00 0 7 $1

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 2587 1ST AVENUE

• 3 bdrm 1 bath home, basement w/in-house workshop • Newer windows, roof, perimeter drains, plumbing & heat pump

UNDER CONSTRUCTION 00 0,0 $ 36

CENTRAL LOCATION CHARMER! 00 0,0 $ 22

5566 SWALLOW DRIVE

• Unique feat. incl: iPod docks, total home water filtration system • Roof w/lifetime warranty, RV parking w/sani dump, 8 X 12 insulated shed

3535 12TH AVENUE

• Master bedroom on the main, 2 bedrooms up • Fully fenced back yard with large covered deck

UPDATED FAMILY HOME! 00 9,0 $ 16

ATTENTION HORSE LOVERS! 99 9,9 $ 37

3128 11TH AVENUE

6379 FAYETTE ROAD

• South Port home completely renovated four years ago • Lg split level 3 bedroom, 3 bath home on 2.17 acres • 3 bedroom 1 bath home with large kitchen • Riding ring and two barns with 3 horse stalls

Personal Real Estate Corporation

3613 7TH AVENUE

2558 9TH AVENUE

• Newer comfortable home on a good sized lot • Chalet style loft overlooks open floor plan

PARADISE AT SPROAT LAKE! 00 9,0 $ 55

3754 9TH AVENUE

• Beautiful 2 bedroom 1 bathroom rancher sits on a nice lot • Walking distance to shopping, doctors offices and transportation

UPDATED HOME WITH SHOP! 00 9,0 $ 16

5342 OTTER PLACE

• Custom built 4 bdrm, 3 bath home on lg lot • Exceptional craftsmanship & detached shop

INVESTOR ALERT! 00 2,5 $ 64

26-1655 ALBERNI HIGHWAY

• 2 bdrm, 2 bath 14' wide mobile features vauleted ceilings • Great price, low maintenance yard and easy access

$1,200/MO LEASE OR SALE...

00 9,0 $ 19

5630 STRICK ROAD

• 4 bdrm plus den, 3 bath rancher on 1 acre w/ lg shop • Swimming pool, pool house, play house & outdoor kitchen

COUNTRY HIDEAWAY! 00 9,0 $ 31

TIDY LITTLE CUTIE! 00 9,0 $ 15

3673 ANDERSON AVENUE

• 2 bedroom, 1 bath home w/bsmnt feat: updated kitchen • Alley access and 30x24 shop in a central location

COUNTRY LIVING! 00 9,0 $ 34

3970 7TH AVENUE

• 7 unit quality apartment complex • Covered RV parking, private decks & covered parking

MULTI FAMILY POTENTIAL! 00 9,9 $ 19

4672 ADELAIDE STREET

• 1193 sqft home or business feat. 3 bdrms, 1 bath • Lg living room, kit., eating nook, bath, 1 bdrm on the main

1.9 BEAUTIFUL ACRES! 00 9,9 $ 39

7545 BEAVER CREEK ROAD

• 882 sqft rancher featuring 3bedrooms & 1 bathroom • 15 acres, Truman Creek winds through front corner of property

COMMERCIALLY ZONED DUPLEX! 00 9,9 $ 14

• 33 x 125 lot has zero set back for front & sides • All services at lot line, Commercial Zoning C3

COUNTRY IN THE CITY! 00 9,9 $ 16

5281 MARY STREET

4135 MORTON STREET

• 2 bedroom, 1 bath well maintained Echo area home • Back yard has covered deck & nice detached work shop

LOW, LOW PRICE! 5 ,99 $ 24

3611 4TH AVENUE

10777 KIMOLA ROAD

• 9.5 acres of private, parklike, partially wooded lot • Recently built cedar home, also has quest accommodations

• Family home in Central Port Alberni • 4 bdrm, 2 bath home plus rec room on 2 lots

4850 BENJAMIN ROAD

• 2 bed, 1 bath home on 5.77 acres • Lg kitchen w/built in appliances & stove top range

Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts

4521 DOGWOOD STREET

• 3,000 sq.ft. building with bright, open main floor • Two 2 piece baths, and a full kitchen downstairs

5510 DUNDALK AVE. NORTH

• Cherry Creek rancher, open concept and large kitchen • 2 car garage, carport for the boat and room for the RV

2867 4TH AVENUE

• Main floor: 1 bed, 1 bath & upper has kit., 3 beds & 1 bath • Newer heat pump, 200 amp electrical panel, thermal windows

Personal Real Estate Corporation

• Lovely family home is situated on a private 0.24 acre lot • Three bedrooms, two bathrooms on the main

4233 8TH AVENUE

• 4 bdrm, 3 bath unit, room for the whole family • Brand new roof, carport, balcony and patio

TOP OF ECHO! 00 9,9 $ 26

3706 MORTON STREET

• Quality built 3 bedroom, 2 bath split level home • Beautifully updated kitchen feat. large island

NORTH PORT RANCHER! 00 9,9 $ 24

5064 RICHARDSON ROAD

• Open concept 3 bedroom, 2 baths w/sun room • Built in 2000, wheelchair accessible w/breezeway

Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts

S-14 10324 LAKESHORE ROAD

• Sproat lake Gated Community at Tall Timbers • Private with creek running alongside the lot

COUNTRY LIVING CLOSE TO TOWN! 00 9,9 $ 29

4560 VICTORIA STREET

• 3 bdrms, 2 baths on main w/in-law suite down • Lg family home on .5 an acre, oversized dbl carport

SPROAT LAKE GETAWAY! 00 9,0 $ 54

19280 PACIFIC RIM HWY

• Unique 3 level home offers 1700 sqft of living space • Gently sloping trail to the pebbled beach and wharf

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Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts 24 hour direct: 250.723.SOLD (7653)

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Email: dave@midislandhomes.com Web: midislandhomes.com davekoszegi.com 723sold.com

®

OCEAN VIEW FIXER - UPPER! 00 5,0 $ 12

3 CITY LOTS AS ONE PACKAGE! 0 ,90 $ 69

2567 1ST AVENUE

6031 RIVER ROAD

• 2+ bedroom, great starter or retirement home • Detached garage /workshop, alley access, close to marina

• One 66x120 foot lot on River Road • Two 33x120 foot lots on Brown Road

UPPER NORTH PORT LOT! 0 ,90 $ 72

FALL IN LOVE! 00 9,9 $ 37

4371 ARROWSMITH ROAD

2317 8TH AVENUE

• 72 x 156 lot in a great area with lane access • Walking distance to schools, shopping & restaurants

• 5 bdrm, 3 bath feat. soaker tub in ensuite & walk in closets • Fully fenced yard in upscale neighbourhood, no-thru road

MULTI FAMILY SITE! 00 9,9 $ 11

4250 ROSEWOOD ST

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Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts

3158 SWEET AVENUE

LUXURIOUS SPROAT LAKE! 00 9,0 $ 61

#3-10010 LAKESHORE ROAD

IMMACULATE SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT! 00 9,0 $ 89

10242 STIRLING ARM CRESCENT

• Ideal for a 6 plex or 8 plex in prime central location • Walking distance to new high school, college & recreation

• One of the nicest subdivisions in town • .33 of an acre lot in cul-de-sac & quiet neighbourhood

• 3 bedroom, 3 bath in exclusive Mya Beach Estates • 1500 Sqft of living in secure gated community

• 4 bdrm, open concept living area w/gourmet kitchen • Down features a full kit, recroom, sunroom w/hot tub & shower

CLOSE TO ALL AMENITIES! 99 9,9 $ 29

SPROAT LAKE-DAWSON'S LANDING!

NEW CUSTOM WATERFRONT HOME! 00 99,0 $ 1,8

ENCHANTING VICTORIAN ESTATE! 00 9,0 $ 59

3619 12TH AVENUE

• 4 bedrooms, 3 bath home with in-law suite • Beautiful gardens, fenced yard, 24x12 garage/workshop

Claire’s Corner

GST 00+

,9 269

SL1 KYUNIM ROAD

9866 STIRLING ARM CRESCENT

• 0.43 acre lot fully serviced by electricity, water & sewage to lot line • 5 bedroom, 4 bath esquisite Sproat Lake estate • Unobstructed views, southern exposure & 98' of level sandy beach • Astounding views, private, sandy pebble beach with wharf

EASY LIVING IN CREEK'S EDGE MOBILE PARK! 00 9,0 $ 12

TERRACE LANE PATIO HOME! 00 4,9 $ 20

5555 GOLDEN STREET

• Custom home on 2.26 acres, built in 1995 by a premier builder • Master craftsmanship throughout this 3600+ sqft 4 bdrm, 4 bath home

PEACEFUL LIVING ON GREENBELT! 00 9,9 $ 26

MOUNTAIN & OCEAN VIEWS! 00 9,0 $ 17

301-2825 3RD AVENUE

• 2 bed, 1 bath corner condo w/plenty of windows • Secure building, laundry in unit/gas FP in living room

STUNNING RANCHER! 00 9,9 $ 27

4351 HOLLYWOOD STREET

• 3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher built in 2007 • Soaring vaulted ceilings, beautiful kitchen w/lg island

ASTOUNDING OCEAN VIEWS! 00 9,0 $ 39

2126 RITA RD

00 6,9 $ 13

SPECTACULAR VIEWS!

✦ OPEN HOUSE ✦ SATURDAY MAY 18TH

NINE YEAR OLD CUSTOM HOME! $

0 ,00 199

SOUTH PORT CLASS! 00 9,0 $ 34

4175 RAVENHILL AVENUE

FAMILY FRIENDLY! 00 2,9 $ 14

2755 5TH AVENUE

• Exquisite 3 bdrms, 2 bath home with open floor plan • In house workshop, extra lg garage with RV Parking

• 4 bdrm, 3 bath home w/ 5th bed or office/den • Quiet neighbourhood, private yard, beautifully landscaped

• 4 bdrm, 2 bath w/single garage and fully fenced • Overlooking park and green space

COUNTRY MASTERPIECE! 00 7,0 $ 45

COMPLETELY RENOVATED 00 9,0 $ 16

COMFORTABLE AND STYLISH! 00 9,9 $ 27

6295 LUGRIN ROAD

• Custom built six year young home on 0.60 acre • 4 bedroom, four bath with in-law suite

ONE OF THE FINEST HOMES IN PORT ALBERNI! 00 9,9 $ 69

4209 NORTH PARK DRIVE

• Charming home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bath • Relax on the patio, views of the greenbelt across the street

5820 TEBO AVENUE

• Stunning cook's delight kitchen with huge eating bar • Fully fenced back yard, private, feat. gardens & workshop

John’s Corner

Ph: (250) 730-1608 email:clairestorie@live.ca

Claire Storie

• B5

the Dave Koszegi Team

BUILD YOUR DREAM! 0 ,90 $ 79

$

www.albernivalleynews.com

Ph: (250) 731-4101 15-5558 BEAVER CREEK RD

• Updated 2 bdrm, 1 bath w/ sunroom mobile home • Plenty of privacy, wrap around deck, close to all amenities

THREE YEARS YOUNG! 0 ,50 3 7 $1

#4-3774 12TH AVENUE

• Open floor plan design,2 bed, 2 bath plus den • Near shops, restaurants, amenities & hospital

EXECUTIVE FAMILY RESIDENCE! 0 ,00 9 9 $4

2875 CARMICHAEL CRES.

• 4 bedroom, three bath upper south port home • Fully fenced yard, newer roof, close to schools and walking trails

EASY LIVING! 0 ,50 $ 39

6310 KAREN PLACE

• 4 bdrm, 4 bath executive home, ust over 4600 sqft • One acre with shop, RV parking, sweeping driveway

STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE! 0 ,90 $ 569

email: john@midislandhomes.com LARGE SPLIT LEVEL HOME! 0 ,90 9 8 $1

LIFE IS EASY AT BARCLAY ESTATES! 0 ,90 8 6 $1

John Clark MAGICAL MEMORIES! 0 ,00 0 7 $1

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 2587 1ST AVENUE

• 3 bdrm 1 bath home, basement w/in-house workshop • Newer windows, roof, perimeter drains, plumbing & heat pump

UNDER CONSTRUCTION 00 0,0 $ 36

CENTRAL LOCATION CHARMER! 00 0,0 $ 22

5566 SWALLOW DRIVE

• Unique feat. incl: iPod docks, total home water filtration system • Roof w/lifetime warranty, RV parking w/sani dump, 8 X 12 insulated shed

3535 12TH AVENUE

• Master bedroom on the main, 2 bedrooms up • Fully fenced back yard with large covered deck

UPDATED FAMILY HOME! 00 9,0 $ 16

ATTENTION HORSE LOVERS! 99 9,9 $ 37

3128 11TH AVENUE

6379 FAYETTE ROAD

• South Port home completely renovated four years ago • Lg split level 3 bedroom, 3 bath home on 2.17 acres • 3 bedroom 1 bath home with large kitchen • Riding ring and two barns with 3 horse stalls

Personal Real Estate Corporation

3613 7TH AVENUE

2558 9TH AVENUE

• Newer comfortable home on a good sized lot • Chalet style loft overlooks open floor plan

PARADISE AT SPROAT LAKE! 00 9,0 $ 55

3754 9TH AVENUE

• Beautiful 2 bedroom 1 bathroom rancher sits on a nice lot • Walking distance to shopping, doctors offices and transportation

UPDATED HOME WITH SHOP! 00 9,0 $ 16

5342 OTTER PLACE

• Custom built 4 bdrm, 3 bath home on lg lot • Exceptional craftsmanship & detached shop

INVESTOR ALERT! 00 2,5 $ 64

26-1655 ALBERNI HIGHWAY

• 2 bdrm, 2 bath 14' wide mobile features vauleted ceilings • Great price, low maintenance yard and easy access

$1,200/MO LEASE OR SALE...

00 9,0 $ 19

5630 STRICK ROAD

• 4 bdrm plus den, 3 bath rancher on 1 acre w/ lg shop • Swimming pool, pool house, play house & outdoor kitchen

COUNTRY HIDEAWAY! 00 9,0 $ 31

TIDY LITTLE CUTIE! 00 9,0 $ 15

3673 ANDERSON AVENUE

• 2 bedroom, 1 bath home w/bsmnt feat: updated kitchen • Alley access and 30x24 shop in a central location

COUNTRY LIVING! 00 9,0 $ 34

3970 7TH AVENUE

• 7 unit quality apartment complex • Covered RV parking, private decks & covered parking

MULTI FAMILY POTENTIAL! 00 9,9 $ 19

4672 ADELAIDE STREET

• 1193 sqft home or business feat. 3 bdrms, 1 bath • Lg living room, kit., eating nook, bath, 1 bdrm on the main

1.9 BEAUTIFUL ACRES! 00 9,9 $ 39

7545 BEAVER CREEK ROAD

• 882 sqft rancher featuring 3bedrooms & 1 bathroom • 15 acres, Truman Creek winds through front corner of property

COMMERCIALLY ZONED DUPLEX! 00 9,9 $ 14

• 33 x 125 lot has zero set back for front & sides • All services at lot line, Commercial Zoning C3

COUNTRY IN THE CITY! 00 9,9 $ 16

5281 MARY STREET

4135 MORTON STREET

• 2 bedroom, 1 bath well maintained Echo area home • Back yard has covered deck & nice detached work shop

LOW, LOW PRICE! 5 ,99 $ 24

3611 4TH AVENUE

10777 KIMOLA ROAD

• 9.5 acres of private, parklike, partially wooded lot • Recently built cedar home, also has quest accommodations

• Family home in Central Port Alberni • 4 bdrm, 2 bath home plus rec room on 2 lots

4850 BENJAMIN ROAD

• 2 bed, 1 bath home on 5.77 acres • Lg kitchen w/built in appliances & stove top range

Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts

4521 DOGWOOD STREET

• 3,000 sq.ft. building with bright, open main floor • Two 2 piece baths, and a full kitchen downstairs

5510 DUNDALK AVE. NORTH

• Cherry Creek rancher, open concept and large kitchen • 2 car garage, carport for the boat and room for the RV

2867 4TH AVENUE

• Main floor: 1 bed, 1 bath & upper has kit., 3 beds & 1 bath • Newer heat pump, 200 amp electrical panel, thermal windows

Personal Real Estate Corporation

• Lovely family home is situated on a private 0.24 acre lot • Three bedrooms, two bathrooms on the main

4233 8TH AVENUE

• 4 bdrm, 3 bath unit, room for the whole family • Brand new roof, carport, balcony and patio

TOP OF ECHO! 00 9,9 $ 26

3706 MORTON STREET

• Quality built 3 bedroom, 2 bath split level home • Beautifully updated kitchen feat. large island

NORTH PORT RANCHER! 00 9,9 $ 24

5064 RICHARDSON ROAD

• Open concept 3 bedroom, 2 baths w/sun room • Built in 2000, wheelchair accessible w/breezeway

Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts

S-14 10324 LAKESHORE ROAD

• Sproat lake Gated Community at Tall Timbers • Private with creek running alongside the lot

COUNTRY LIVING CLOSE TO TOWN! 00 9,9 $ 29

4560 VICTORIA STREET

• 3 bdrms, 2 baths on main w/in-law suite down • Lg family home on .5 an acre, oversized dbl carport

SPROAT LAKE GETAWAY! 00 9,0 $ 54

19280 PACIFIC RIM HWY

• Unique 3 level home offers 1700 sqft of living space • Gently sloping trail to the pebbled beach and wharf

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3218 3RD AVENUE

$539,000

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5535 BROADWAY BLVD

• C3 zoning offers wide variety of uses • Long term tenants with room to expand • Separate gas and • 3 bedroom rancher hydro meters • Warehouse and • Quiet area adjacent lot • Newer roof included

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• Quality 5 bed & den, 3 bath home built in 2008 • Almost 5000 sq. ft. on two floors!

• Swimming pool, jacuzzi tub, hardwood, heat pump • Two fireplaces . . . too many features to list!

• 1.98 acres in Cherry Creek

• Updated 4 bed 2 bath w/attached garage • 150x124 lot in Cherry Creek • Detached 28x35 heated shop w/bathroom • Custom kitchen with island, 2 gas F/P • Hardwood floors – this is a must see!

• Nanoose Bay 3 bed 2 bath family home • 14,000+ sq.ft. lot backs onto greenspace • Double oversized garage close to golf course & marina

• 4+bed, 3 bath, 2630 sq.ft home • Built in 1991 by current owners • Combination electric/wood furnace • Attached double garage • Located at end of no thru street • 2 fireplaces . . . too many features

• Quality 3 bed & den, 3 bath • Built in 2005, 1729 sq. ft.

• 50x120 lot in Westporte • Open concept, vaulted ceiling • Master w/ensuite on the main

$268,000 ICE PR

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MLS #353341

6064 RENTON RD. S.

• 3 bed, 2 bath home in Cherry Creek • Updated kitchen & bathroom • 0.88 acres on quiet no thru road • Detached 24x24 wired shop

1969 HARLEQUIN CRESC.

W NE

MLS #355760

2850 HIGHMOOR ROAD

• Well maintained 2 bed rancher • 4 bay garage, paved driveway • 20x40 in-ground swimming pool • .39 acres on quiet road, low taxes

ICE PR

MLS #353258

3846 MONTROSE ST.

3189 MCNAUGHTON AVE.

MLS #350339

2330 11TH AVE.

• 4 bedrooms, 2 bath, 2425 sq. ft. home • 4 bed 3 bath family home w/updates • Heat pump, 2 F/P, 200 amp panel • 2 F/P, covered deck • Newer roof & 60 gal HW tank • Fully fenced corner lot, detached • 7841 sq.ft. lot backing onto greenspace RV parking garage • Gas furnace.

$269,000

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4289 NORTH PARK DR. • 6 Bed 3 Bath, 3 living areas • 2 Garages • Maple Kitchen in Main • Georgeous Views

W NE

3460 MARKHAM RD.

• 3 + 2 bedroom • Newer roof • In law suite • Central location

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5522 WOODLAND CRES. E

9595 SPROAT PLACE • Sproat Lake • 4 bed 2 bath • 0.54 acres, 24x25 deck • jacuzzi tub, wood F/P

$154,000

MLS #352470

4285 PRINCESS RD.

• Updated 2 bed 2 bath Rancher • Located on 60x107 lot in North Port • Attached garage, small detached workshop • Fully fenced backyard with deck

ON NTI PERS E T AT VELO DE

MLS #329937

4961 GERTRUDE ST. • 3 separate titles, fruit trees • 3-44X143’ lots • Lots of potential

MLS #348226

4809 GERTRUDE ST. • Great starter home or excellent investment • 4 bdrm, 2 bath • Low maint. yard • Currently rented at $900/month.

• PRICED TO SELL

SELL YOUR HOME FOR $6,900.00

FLAT FEE INCLUDES FULL MLS SERVICE & ADS HOMES OVER $600,000 ARE 1% + $900 IN FEES, SAVING YOU EVEN MORE!

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Alberni District Co-op Serving the Alberni Valley since 1928

Contest Runs Now Until July 13, 2013

THE GREAT

CAR

GIVEAWAY Alberni District CO-OP is giving away a

BRAND NEW CAR

to one of our members!

Not a member? $ Join today for only

10

190 Keys

to be won!

With each purchase made at either Port Alberni Co-op locations, receive an entry for a chance to win a key for a Ford Fusion. One lucky keyholder will win the Car on July 13th!

Every Friday at 9 am, we will draw 10 winners who will each win a key. Winners will be contacted and names will be published in the Alberni Valley News.

Throughout the promotion we will give away 190 keys, You may win more than one key.

All entries are good for one week only. We will start fresh each week with a NEW DRAW, so enter often

Key holders must be present at THE GREAT CAR GIVEAWAY EVENT Location and time to be announced

ALBERNI CO-OP GREAT CAR GIVEAWAY ~ Car Draw July 13 • 2012 Ford Fusion ENTRY RULES

Co-op Must be a member m embers Entry Ballot MUST include; Full Name, Member Number, Phone Number and Receipt Number received Tickets given away at 25 litre increments 1 ticket for each 25L increments 5¢/litre One ticket for each 10.00 in store purchase in 2012 Fuel Delivery - every 100 litres 1 ticket. Tickets will be stapled to invoice. Maximum of 10 tickets Card lock customer can bring in card lock receipt and receive 1 ticket per 25 L. Maximum of 10 tickets Furnace repair and protection plan purchases will receive one ticket.

190 keys Last draw will be July 12. Winners will be notified by phone as the draw is the next day.

Spouses can use same number and well as kids under 16. Kids over 16 must get their own membership Each Friday at approximately 9am, 10 names will be drawn for keys which will be provided on the day of the draw.

Names will be published in AV Times on Thursdays and letters will be sent to each winner.

Each week will be a fresh start; you may win more than once so keep entering.

Key winners must attend Key Day. In the event of not being able to attend the letter must contain the name of the proxy. New names are not drawn. ✔ Keys will be selected by key winners and must produce ID. ✔ Co-op employees and anyone living in their household are not eligible to win. ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

4885 Beaver Creek Road 250-723-2831 OR

4006 Johnston Road 250-724-0008

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The Best Cold Cut Sub In Alberni

ASSORTED COLD CUT FOOTLONG SUB

$3.50 or 2 for $6.00

House Made Bagels

Voted Best Burgers on Vancouver Island

Bag of 4 for $6.00

Cup Crave Cupcakes nnn Open: Mon to Sat 9 am - 6 pm • Sun 10 am - 5 pm

Call 778-421-3688

Next to Capelli on Victoria Quay

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Homemade salads, sandwiches, sauces, soups and more!

MAY SPECIAL

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Served on White or Wheat Bread ONLY 1 coupon per person/visit Not valid with any other offers

Valid until June 30, 2013 at both locations

D-4035 Redford St. 250-736-1782 4539 Gertrude St. 778-421-1SUB (782)

STAMPS CAFE

3

Deluxe $ BURGER

99 each

Open: 10:45 am - 9:45 pm • 7 days a week 4422 Gertrude 250-723-6331

Taste of Alberni OTTAWA SENATORS PLAYOFF

SALE

FRIDAY NIGHT RIBS served with baked potato and caesar salad

14

$

95

Barclay Hotel 250

NO BULL

WE HAVE THE BEST BEEF! AAA BEEF

Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials

Evening starting at 4 pm

16 oz. Porter House Steak. $2495

Greek Platter....................... $1895 Slider Bennie: 1/2 Classic, 1/2 Neptune................$1195

Regular Menu Available Patio Now Open!

BIRTHDAY PARTY

WHILE SUPPLIES LAST

FREE

FAMILY RESTAURANT

LUNCH & DINNER FEATURES P ati

7 DAYS A WEEK ONpowo en OPEN 11:00 am - 9:00 pm !

A Local Tradition Since 1969

PATIO NOW OPEN

Lasagna

Choose Your Size

Book your special event with us

DELUXE DINNER SMORGASBORD

Seafood Benny $1095

Strawberry Waffles $995

Waffle topped with fresh strawberries & whipped cream

1 10 2 FOR $17 3 FOR $23

Includes a Panookie Dessert (Must be dining on birthday • ID is required) Not valid with any other promotional offer Dine in Only

250-723-2622 #100-3550 Johnston Rd

Miller’s Place 4833 Johnston Road • 250-724-5794

DAILY SPECIALS

7 -9 Tue. Deluxe Burger .................... $795 Wed. Beef Dip................................. $995 Thurs. Steak Sandwich .............. $995 Fri. Chicken/Beef Philly......... $995

$ 95 $ 95

FREE Lunch Time Delivery

4 pm- 9 pm

(some restrictions apply)

Adults $1595 Seniors $1495 4785 Beaver Creek Rd. • 250.723.2474

with a party of 6 or more.

Mon. 1or 2 pce Cod & Chips

FOR $

with your choice of fruit or hashbrowns

below the clock

724-5050 4505 Gertrude St.

GREAT FOOD GREAT VIEW GREAT COMPANY Reservations Recommended Harbour Quay • 778-421-2826

Birthday person eats

4277 Stamp Ave. 250-724-7171

Open 7 days a week

(Juanita)

250-735-0493 or E-mail: coastcatering@hotmail.ca

• Chicken Enchilada • Roast Beef and Yorkshire Pudding • Spicy Chirozo Pasta • Seafood schnitzel

EVERY OTTAWA PLAYOFF GAME

Barclay Hotel

8 oz. New York Steak and Eggs.....................$1295

Weekly Menu

WEEK OF MAY 19TH

www.coastcountrykitchen.ca Open for Pick-Up Wednesday 2-6 pm or we welcome pre-arranged pick ups for YOUR convenience at...

4712 Ires Road

GO OTTAWA GO

Day 8 am - 3 pm

We provide specialized catering for: • Luncheons • Dinners • Meetings • Weddings • Memorial Teas • Family Gatherings

Cell: (Kelly)

$19.95 +DEP

5093 Johnston Rd

736-1100

Senior, Single and Family Portions

250-720-6597,

ICE ICE COLD

4277 Stamp Ave. 250-724-7171

Frozen Home-Cooked Meals

To Order Call 778-421-4712 or

LUCKY 12 CANS

per person

served from 4 p.m.

- Made by Juanita and Kelly

250-723-2611

Hours: Sun. - Thurs: 7 am - 8 pm Fri. & Sat.: 7 am - 9 pm