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Clarion complaint Group calls for outside help; petition started too JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com

A new citizens group in Qualicum Beach has filed a complaint with the B.C. ombudsman alleging town council has ignored the wishes of the public in regards to a downtown development. More than 150 people packed a public meeting at the civic centre Monday night, an open house hosted by the fledgling Concerned Citizens of Qualicum Beach. They heard the group has filed the complaint with the ombudsman and they were also asked to sign a petition asking for council to re-open for public input the design of The Clarion, and rescind the development cost charges exemption the project received. “From the day of the new council, December 2011, The Clarion was a fait accompli,” said one of the group’s organizers, Graham Riches. When contacted by The NEWS, the provincial ombudsman’s office said it is their policy not to confirm they have received a complaint. A few panelists and a long list of residents took to the microphone Monday night at the civic centre to voice complaints about the current town council, comments voiced many times in many venues the past few months. A couple of speakers spoke in favour of The Clarion and when one asked for a show of hands of people who were of a like mind, less than 10 people responded. Many of the speakers voiced concerns about the process involving The Clarion and contended it was pushed through council much too quickly for such a major development in the village neighbourhood. See NO ENFORCEMENT POWERS, page A7

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OUT WITH THE OLD: The downtown core of Parksville changed forever this week with the demolition of the former Save-On-Gas station and adjoining Chinese food restaurant at the corner of Corfield and Highway 19A. The site will be the new home of a Co-op gas bar, store and upper-floor condos.

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School board wants your input The local school district, still facing a $1.3 million budget deficit this year, wants to hear from the taxpayers of Parksville Qualicum Beach. Community members interested in the future of local schools can attend the Toward a Future for Schools Conversations once a month at Oceanside Middle School.

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The Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) says it is sending 6,000 households in the Parksville Qualicum Beach area a mail-in survey that will be asking residents about their experiences with the health care system. The mail-in survey is being randomly distributed by Canada Post to households from Nanoose to Bowser, including Lasqueti Island. VIHA says the purpose of the survey is to measure residents’ current experiences with the health-care system and compare these with how residents’ health care experiences change after the Oceanside Health Centre (OHC) has been open for a while. The OHC is currently in a phased opening. Community-based programs were moved to the OCH in June, urgent care opened this week and primary care services open Sept. 30. The Oceanside Health Centre research evaluation study is being carried out in conjunction with researchers at the University of Victoria, Dalhousie University and McMaster University. The mail-in survey is anonymous and participants will create an identifier that is known only to them in order to participate in the follow-up survey next year. Residents who did not receive the random survey will have the opportunity to participate in the research evaluation study through focus groups and case studies that will be taking place later this fall. — NEWS Staff/VIHA

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250 trees for Mark’s Park Volunteers are encouraged to sign up online or show up at the event on Sunday AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com

Mark’s Park in Parksville will be 250 trees greener after the annual TD Friends of the Environment Foundation tree planting this Sunday. Staff and volunteers with the local bank branches invite everyone to join them as part of the foundation’s planting of 40,000 trees across the country this year. The third annual TD Tree Day is organized by the local employees in coordination with the city and they will be planting a range of seven different mature species including fir, hem-

lock, big leaf maple, Garry oak and cascara to help counteract some invasive species that are flourishing. Ray Kasten with the Qualicum Beach branch said “it’s a great way to help improve the environment, have some fun and create a legacy that you can come back to over the years.” They work with the city on how many trees they can use and the best type of, preferably local species for the location and conditions. One of 24 sites in the province, Parksville will be among a small group receiving 250 trees, while most get 120. Volunteers are encouraged to sign up at www.tdtreedays.com or show up at Marks Park (off Finholm) Sunday, Sept. 22 at 9 a.m. The planting will go rain or shine complete with Tim Horton’s snacks and help from a girl guide group.

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THURSDAY SPOTLIGHT: People, places and issues of the Parksville/Qualicum Beach region BIG PLANS AT PHEASANT GLEN GOLF RESORT

A community close to nature The Dutton family wants to build 160 housing units, a clubhouse and an events pavilion at the Qualicum Beach golf course and they may start the ball rolling on community plan and zoning changes soon JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com

lans for a dramatic, uniquely designed housing and amenities-laden development at Pheasant Glen Golf Resort could be in front of Qualicum Beach town council for consideration before the end of 2013. Pheasant Glen owners say they will listen to public input before submitting the application for the development of 100 vacation homes, 60 resort cabins, a clubhouse and pavilion. The Dutton family hosted two open houses at the golf course Monday and more than 100 people attended. The project will need an Official Community Plan amendment and zoning changes from the Town of Qualicum Beach, along with approval from the Regional District of Nanaimo for changes to its Regional Growth Strategy. “It will give people the opportunity to live near the golf course, to be in a neighbourhood that’s pretty close to Mother Nature in many ways,” said Craig Dutton. “And living at the foot of Mount Arrowsmith is a pretty spectacular view when you’re out on your morning walk.” The Duttons are hopeful they The DCCs alone — that can have the would pay for a fire hall clubhouse built by the time the Tom Davies course hosts the 2016 B.C. Men’s Amateur Golf Championship, one of the most prestigious amateur tournaments in the country. The family did submit a plan, which was approved, for development of the resort years ago, but it had a hotel facility and did not require any OCP amendments. That plan called for 225 dwelling units as opposed to the 160 in the current plan. Before they submitted that original plan, Dutton commissioned a survey, completed by nation research firm Stratcom in March of 2011, that found 68 per cent of Qualicum Beach residents supported zoning changes to clear the way for a mixed residential resort development at Pheasant Glen.

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“I told my colleagues at the time if the people of Qualicum Beach were against the project, we’d accept that,” said Dutton. “When we found we had as much support as we did, we started to move forward.” Dutton said he believes the results of the survey are still valid, but he also said he wants to hear new input from residents. “I believe roughly two-thirds of the population believe a residential element (permanent residences) in the resort is not only OK, but an enhancement to the old plan,” said Dutton. “I think the challenge is to convince the community of Qualicum Beach this is a good, solid project the community can be proud of, the rest follows from that.” Members of the family’s team say it could take a decade to fully build the community, a $32 million construction project. Town water lines are

close to the property on Rupert Road and the town’s sewer system would be extended from Chartwell subdivision. The project would provide the town with $3.5 million in development cost charges and approximately $500,000 in property tax revenue once fully built. The proposal is for what’s called a bare-land strata, so any maintenance of roads, etc. would not be the responsibility of the town. Those attending the open houses Monday heard presentations from Dutton and his team, including architect John Larson of CA Design of Qualicum Beach and Nigel Gray of the Parksvillebased planning firm, Macdonald Gray. Gray said having the permanent 100 single-family homes is key to the success of the new neighbourhood and its planned restaurant, cafe, fitness facility, clubhouse and other amenities. “It’s the off-season amenities that

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A program developed by a number of stakeholders is designed to save local residents money when they shop in Parksville Qualicum Beach. The Parksville and District Chamber of Commerce, the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce, the Parksville Downtown Business Association, the Parksville Qualicum Beach Tourism Association, the Qualicum Beach Downtown Business Association and The Parksville Qualicum Beach News have partnered to create a customer loyalty program they say is unique to the area. The Resident’s Card Program is a “show and save” card, with a companion website. “The Resident’s Card Program has been successful in other communities such as Saltspring Island and assists small business owners in promoting their business in a positive way directly to their local consumers,” said Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce CEO Evelyn Clark. “It assists them in becoming ‘front of mind’ when community members are considering purchases.” The cardholder picks up a card from their favorite member store and has the choice of registering the card online using the sequential number printed on the back. Those cardholders who

register will receive an e-mail once per month reminding them to visit the website for new specials and be entered in a weekly draw for a $25 gift certificate. Cardholders simply show their card at participating businesses to take advantage of the specials. “It’s an excellent opportunity for people in our community to shop locally and see a benefit from that,” said Clark. “When people buy local more money stays in the community, and that money circulates around faster. It is also an opportunity for people to create strong relationships with their local retail suppliers which both build community and neighbor to neighbour relationships.” When a business signs up, they will receive cards for their customers and ad-

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Some of the speakers also said the current council does The targets of most of the comments Monday night, town not respect the work the community did to develop the councillors, were not in attendance — they are in Vancouver town’s Official Community Plan. for the annual convention of the Union of B.C. Municipalities. The Clarion is a 50-unit, five-storey condo complex slated Here are some of the comments voiced at the meeting for the long-vacant lot beside town hall facing First Avenue. Monday night: It has received all the approvals it needs • Bruce Fleming-Smith: “Three members I’m very unhappy with from the town, including a development of council have supported directions that certain people who want permit that does not expire until July of every one of you in this room do not supto change the atmosphere port. We need to get intelligent on how we 2015. The project still requires a building of the village vote.” permit that ensures the construction follows B.C. building codes. • Sweitse DeWit: “Many grave injustices nAncY McMiLLAn “No further approvals are required, eswere done during that process (the last OCP sentially,” said the town’s Director of Planreview). Perhaps that’s why you have some ning Luke Sales. changes in council.” It’s unclear when any construction would start on the • Ruth Adler: “I don’t think anyone here objects to developproject. Attempts by The NEWS to reach representatives of ment on that empty lot. I think the problem here is process.” • Court Brooker: “I think this (The Clarion) will be an asthe development for comment have been unsuccessful. It’s also unclear what, if anything, the ombudsman can set to the community.” • Nancy McMillan: “I’m very unhappy with certain peocompel a municipality to do regarding a complaint like the ple who want to change the atmosphere of the village.” one the CCQB said it filed. • Cameron Eaton: “It’s not all of council. Mayor West“When we receive a complaint we first determine if it’s within the office’s jurisdiction to investigate, if it’s a matter broek and Councillor Tanner were against this development of administrative unfairness and if the person has exhaust- and I think we should give them credit for that.” ed other processes for resolution,” the ombudsman’s office • Kevin Monahan: “This proposal (The Clarion) was spokesperson, Alexis Lang Lunn wrote in an e-mail to The rammed through in record time without meaningful conNEWS. “As far as outcomes, it’s pretty compelling for pub- sultation with the public. Those not opposed to The Clarion lic agencies to accept our findings due to the impartiality should be concerned about the process.” of our investigations, based on facts. If you are referring to • Sylvia Buttner-Schnirer: “We don’t want planning that enforcement powers, no.” favours profit over the wishes of the residents.” in e Jo

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Free activities and information abound in Parksville Qualicum Beach next week during Active Aging Week. Organizers say the goal is to encourage older adults to stay active, healthy and engaged in the region, with many community partners working together offering things like free or inexpensive swimming, ice skating, dancing, fitness demos and several full days of fun and information. “On Monday we’re offering a fun event to give people a sense of what we’re all about,” said Suzan Jennings, co-chair of the Oceanside Accessibility Committee (OAC), one of the many groups working with the Regional District of Nanaimo on the week’s events. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday they are hosting an RCMP wheelchair and scooter rodeo at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre (PCCC) with fun brain games and chances for everyone to try getting around in pow-

er or manual chairs, or to get a free check-up of any accessibility aid including chairs, scooters and walkers by Life Support Systems. There will be snacks donated by Thrifty Foods and Quality Foods and Starbucks and any donations for the snacks will go back to the committee and their work to make the entire region more accessible to everyone. While the rodeo runs outside, a number of knowledgeable vendors will be inside ready to answer questions and provide information. Thursday is another full day of activity with the Being the Best You Can be at Any Age event at the PCCC from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hosted by the Greater Victoria ElderCare Foundation, Scotiabank, the VIU Centre for Healthy Aging and ElderCollege, the day is free but registration is required for the limited space, with lunch provided. Keynote speaker, registered psychologist Dr. Gordon Cochrane, will speak about self-worth enhancement, high performance and interpersonal relations. His motivational talk will teach peo-

ple how to identify and respond to performance vulnerabilities, strengthen your faith in yourself and contain performance anxieties. People can rotate through four activity stations to learn from local experts and participate in demonstrations and discussions on curling, gym fitness, running and yoga from respected presenters like 1988 curling Olympian Penny Shantz. On Friday, learn all about the new Lions Outdoor Gym in Parksville Community Park from noon to 4 p.m. Accessible to those with health and activity limitations, there will be stations with free personal trainers and demonstrations of belly dancing, zumba fitness, yoga, pickle ball and others, complete with snacks and door prizes. On Saturday, the Parksville Seniors Activity and Drop-in Centre is hosting an open house from 1 to 4 p.m. with drop-in fitness activities, line dancing, yoga, shuffleboard, darts, bag baseball, Qi Gong tea and goodies. The free or cheap events run all week and do not require registration. check www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation for more detail.

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“I told people I was going to take a couple of months and think about things, but I e-mailed to head office and the Parksville-Qualicum constituency association to say I wasn’t going to run for the leadership.” While he said he received lots of encouragement to run, Coupland stressed he’s simply not in a position to give the job the time and attention it requires.

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Market forces

here is one thing stronger than all the pleadings and name calling and formation of citizens groups that could stop the construction of the contentious Clarion development in downtown Qualicum Beach: a product that might not sell. Like it or not, the five-storey, 50-unit condo project has cleared all its regulatory hurdles. The legal process was followed correctly and a duly elected council gave its approvals. One could argue, many have, a project of this scale in such a high-profile location should have been given more than the legally-required opportunities for public input, but the fact remains the laws of the land were followed and attempts to retroactively change laws are not something anyone should support. However, The Clarion would not be the first project in Qualicum Beach — or anywhere in the province, for that matter — to die on the draftsman’s table because of simple economics. There are people in this region who are familiar with the housing market who will tell you there’s no way The Clarion will be built because enough buyers will not be found to make it financially viable. That remains to be seen — a modern, attractive building in such an attractive location could sell easily. The fact there’s a possibility The Clarion might not get off the ground likely won’t console those who want a pound of political flesh over this issue, or those who are trying to set themselves up for a run at a town council seat next year, but it’s clear the future of The Clarion is now in the hands of the marketplace. We would like to tell you more about the proponents of The Clarion, their marketing plans and their level of confidence this building will actually rise on that vacant lot. However, we have not been successful in our efforts to get a word with the principals. When one considers the verbal abuse this project has endured, we’re not sure we blame the proponents for wanting to stay in the background. There was talk Monday night at the open house hosted by the Concerned Citizens of Qualicum Beach that has more merit than the crying over spilled milk we’ve been hearing time and time again. Some forward-thinking individuals suggested citizens ask better, more specific questions of candidates during the next municipal election campaign. That, in our view, is the correct approach. Ask the tough questions, demand clear answers and vote according to your comfort level with the responses given. — Editorial by John Harding

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Letters

Lots going on

It has been interesting to drive around Parksville after hearing complaints about the rising costs of city requirements for land development (development cost charges). There is more development now than in the last five years. The same thing occurred in Las Vegas years ago when residential water hook-ups were raised to $25,000. The idea was that the additional cost would slow down development and help save the water in Lake Mead. Wrong, the costs were added to the property and things continued on as normal. Even with the whining of having to pay more for development, things are happening. I say to city council that it should ensure that costs are picked up by developers or current taxpayers will be looking at enormous costs of upgrading underdeveloped streets and services such as we see on Jensen and others that do not have underground utilities, upgraded water and waste lines, lighting and sidewalks. Why should current taxpayers subsidize new development under the guise that it will not happen because the developers cannot afford the additional costs? Development costs should be picked up by developers and should be passed on the those buying the properties. If they cannot make money doing that, do not develop the property. BoB TriTschler Parksville

Answers needed Living in Fairwinds, as I have for 16 years, it is hard to get answers to some questions: • How will building 1,000-plus more residences increase the value of our homes?

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QuotAbLe:

“The DCCs alone — that would pay for a fire hall.”

Government Contacts

Tom davies see story page a5

ProvinciAL:

• Where exactly will the water come from, for all of us in Area E, when they add more residences? • Why build a ‘below-code/standard’ road through the Lakes District and then close it for five-20 years? So it can grow broom, gorse and thistles? If any agency or person can provide straight answers to these questions, please let me know. Gordon BuckinGham Nanoose Bay

Absence noted Conspicuous by its absence from editor John Harding’s Sept. 17 editorial about the Oceanside Health Centre was recognition of the essential role that local residents played in advocating for this facility. The fact is that the opening of the OHC is the product of decades of hard work by the local community. Although the government eventually acquiesced to local demands, it didn’t do so without resistance. Our local governments were supportive but, over time, left the fight to a federation of local residents associations. Through the tenacious leadership of Tom Davies, local residents put in many hundreds of volunteer hours, collecting more than 6,000 signatures on a petition and pushing the MLA and senior VIHA officials hard. They simply refused to take no for an answer. The community owes them a debt of gratitude. Our association (Qualicum Beach Residents’ Association) is proud to have been

associated with this long tough campaign, without which we would not have a new health facility in our community today. Bill adkins Qualicum Beach

too cLever by hALf

scoTT Fraser, mla

Re: a recent letter to the editor about RV parking from Martin Schotte. For some reason, even though I am of sound mind, still at my age, I read Schotte’s letter three times, and still couldn’t understand a thing you wanted to say. It must have been about parking RVs. I know the words were in English, but grouped like this, I couldn’t figure anything out. I know that there are a lot of intellectual people that live here, and love to express their views this way, but us regular folks like to read things we can absorb at our first reading, like April McKenna’s recent letter, which is understandable and clear and to the point.

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A big yeLLow rose A huge bouquet of yellow roses to the Beachside Grille in the Parksville Community Park for once again allowing us to set up and sell cotton candy and so on to raise funds for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). A special thank you goes out to Barb and Mike Hooper.

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Teunis wesTBroek mayor, Town of Qualicum Beach

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PArKsviLLe: rdn:

Gail kapusTa parksville eaGles #3922 Parksville

views in the News We asked: Do you support development in your area?

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chris BurGer mayor, city of parksville city hall office: 250-954-4661 e-mail: chrisburger@ parksville.ca

Joe sTanhope chairman, regional district of nanaimo 250-390-4111 e-mail: corpsrv@ rdn.bc.ca

Rules to write by I do. Development is good.

We’ve already got enough.

chris moon Parksville

WAYNE RUTTER

If it’s needed. TErrY mcfail French Creek

all leTTers To The ediTor must be signed and include your full name, home town and contact phone number. Those without these requirements will not be published. letters must be 300 words or less and are subject to editing. The news retains the right not to publish any submissions.

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Eye injury sparks air rescue

n RCAF Search and Rescue crew from 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron raced to the scene 30 nautical miles northwest of Tofino Monday to rescue an injured fisherman. According to Marine Communications and Traffic Services in Tofino, the man had sustained a potentially serious eye injury while working aboard a 20-metre commercial fishing vessel. The Cormorant helicopter crew was launched from their base at 19 Wing Comox shortly before 5 p.m. Once arriving on scene, the crew had to locate a safe place to hoist the Search and Rescue Technicians (SAR Techs) on board. “We couldn’t hoist the SAR Techs to the bow or stern as there were obstacles like the smokestack, antennas and the bridge in the way,” said Captain Aaron Noble, First Officer. “We lowered the SAR Techs mid-ship, which made for a challenging rescue.” Once on the deck, the SAR Techs stabilized the man and placed him into a rescue basket to be hoisted to the helicopter. “The ship was pitching up and down, but we were able to hoist the patient and the SAR techs back up as we hovered about 60 feet over the deck,” said Corporal Kent Campbell, Flight Engineer, who operated the hoist during the delicate operation. Once on board the helicopter, SAR Techs

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There were some amazing bank shots on the Astro-turf Tuesday in a tournament that attracted golfers of all ages. Twenty-five seniors and six youngsters participated in the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) youth and senior Mini Golf Tournament September 17 at Paradise Adventure Mini Golf in Parksville. It is the fourth year the free event has been held as a way to bridge the gap between youth and seniors in the community, according to the RDN. Golfers not only had fun playing on the two, 18-hole courses they also enjoyed meeting new people. Jeannie Hammett of Parksville said she and her husband Mike took part in the event last year and had a great time so this year they came back and brought their neighbours. “We met some wonderful kids last year and again this year,” she said. The Hammetts were paired up with Shelagh Lamperson and her son Graeme. RDN Recreation Programmer Kelly Valade said there will be more events for seniors taking place in Parksville and Qualicum Beach during Active Aging Week Sept. 22-28. For details visit www. rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

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From left, Graeme Lamperson, Mike Hammett, Shelagh Lamperson and Jeannie Hammett of Parksville were among a group of youth and seniors who enjoyed free golf Tuesday afternoon at Paradise Mini Golf and Fun Park in Parksville.

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EDWARD ELLIOTT

HENRY (HANK) CHARLES GOLDSWORTHY

10 years have passed, how is that possible? We miss you so much. We miss the children you never had â€“ the wonderful loving dad you would have been. You did a lot in your short life â€“ more than lots of people did in twice as many years.

Hank passed away at his home in Qualicum Beach on Saturday, September 7, 2013. He is survived by his loving wife, Arlone Jensen; daughters, Judy, Cindy and Sharon; 7 grand daughters; 2 great grand daughters; and his four legged friend, Suzi. Hank served, with pride, in the Navy during WWII and continued his passion to be of service during his 35 year career as a firefighter for the city of Calgary. An all around great guy! A Celebration of Hanksâ€™ Life will be held at the Qualicum Beach Royal Canadian Legion Branch #76 on Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. Family and friends are invited to come and share memories of Hank. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Hankâ€™s memory to The Kidney Foundation of the Nanaimo and District Hospital, 1200 Dufferin Crescent, Nanaimo, BC V9S 2B7 or Oceanside Hospice Society, 210 Crescent Road West, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1J9. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

June 28, 1977 - October 18, 2003

Love You - MOM

Philpott, Frances Mary

of Parksville, passed away in Nanaimo on August 10, 2013. She was predeceased by her first husband George and is survived by her husband Gerry Webb, daughter Carol (Paul), grandchildren SheriLynn & Kevin (Nicki), great grandchildren Justin & Ethan. Thank you to All The Webb Family. A celebration of life will be held at the Parksville beach near the helicopter pad on September 21, 2013 at 2:00 pm. In loving memory

DEATHS

Stella Dorothy Van Schouwen (nee Crews) January 26, 1931 - September 12, 2013

It is with heartfelt sadness that the family announces the passing of our dear mother and wife Stella on September 11, 2013 with her family by her side. Mom was born in Ashford Kent, England to parents Stanley and Florence Crews. She immigrated to Canada in 1965 with her first husband, John and four children, residing in many locations across Canada before settling in Parksville. There she would meet her adoring husband Bill. Mom loved to line dance, sing and travel as well as spend precious time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Stella is survived by the love of her life, her husband Bill; children, Shirley (Lester), Pamela (Ken) and Raymond (Dianne), sister Patricia Woodward; brothers, David (Joan) and Ron (Jean) Crews as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband John and son Stephen as well as both her parents. Mom will be deeply missed by all who knew her. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Trillium Lodge who provided care for her up to the time of her passing. A Celebration of Llife will be held on Saturday, September 21, at 756 Humphrey Street, Parksville BC at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you consider a donation in Stellaâ€™s memory to the Parkinsons Society of your choice. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements

September 16, 1925 â€“ September 7, 2013

FRED MCLEOD - Memorial service will be held at Island Gospel Centre 90 McColl Rd. Bowser on Sunday, Sept 22 starting at 11:30 am.

Lloyd Johnson ... â€˜Missing You Alwaysâ€™... Vivian

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Elsie Elizabeth (Jones) Bonar July 12, 1924 â€“ August 27, 2013

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Elsie, beloved mother, to Colleen (Burke), Robert (Michyo), Gayle (Archie) and Thomas (Diana), grandmother to Nicole Gauthier, Thane Bonar, Courtenay Verbrugge, Lane McGarrity and Ellie Bonar and great-grandmother to Allison and Curtis Gauthier. Elsie was predeceased by Frank her husband of 59 years and a daughter Glenis Anne and grandsons Davor Bonar and Cole Spenser. Elsie was born a prairie girl in Regina, Sask. The family relocated to Vancouver, BC where she attended school and spent her formative years. She met and later married the love of her life Frank during the war years, after which they moved to Parksville on Vancouver Island. Thus began a long association and career with MacMillan and Bloedel, moving later to Camp 5 (Campbell River area), Menzies Bay, Campbell River and Squamish, finally retiring and moving to South Surrey and the summer retreat at Birch Bay, Washington. Elsie was a full time mom. In her spare time she excelled in many sports including golf, bowling and curling. She loved having family and friends over and many happy hours were spent entertaining at home and at Birch Bay. A stroke victim in 2002 she was told she would never leave the hospital. In spite of this she recovered and continued an active and independent life. She made many friends and acquaintances in the post stroke community, and was an inspiration to all. She always counted good times ahead of personal and family tragedies and never complained. She was a wonderful wife, mom, grandmother and great grandmother and will be sadly missed. There will be no service, by request. A private family gathering was held to celebrate her life.

THANK YOU to all for your cards, kind thoughts, prayers, and wonderful turnout at the Celebration of Life for Bernie. Thanks to the Oceanside Arena staff for their work setting up and the use of the pond, and Dave for the sign. Also thanks for the help at the garage sale on June 1st. So much appreciated. BERNICE DIAKOW

COMING EVENTS PARKSVILLE LIONESS XMAS CRAFT FAIR November 2, 2013 Parksville Community and Conference Centre Tables $40.00 Contact Noreen 250-248-0082 to book a table

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MOVING & STORAGE 2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)951-0010.

PAINTING A STROKE ABOVE Painting. Commercial & Residential. Interior/Exterior. WCB, liability insurance. All jobs warranted. See what we can do! Dave 250-248-0335, 250-240-2310. AAA MASTER PAINTER - 3 rooms $499. 5 yr guarantee 1/2 price paint. WCB. References Call Rick 250-954-9503 POIRIER PAINTING: Residential / Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, WCB, Call Dan at #250240-3528.

PRESSURE WASHING FOR ALL YOUR outdoor cleaning needs. Please call for free estimate 250-752-6843. Seasonal gutter cleaning special.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

APPLIANCES

FURNITURE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

DEALS DEALS DEALS. Quality sofa & matching chair (off green, quiet design) $550. obo. Reclining beige chair $125.obo. Round coffee table inlay designs $150. obo. Wood bistro w/2 high back chairs $250. Lamps. (250)586-8922.

15” RIMS aluminum alloy Ford, fits Bronco/Ranger, 4 for $100. 15” tires on rims, GM, 4 for $200. 16” tires, as new, 4 for $350 firm. Call 250-7351949.

Generac back-up power Generator Propane or natural gas. Auto-detects power outage and switches to backup power. Whole home and business, essential circuits only or Off Grid battery bank charger. Never go cold again! 1-250-585-8987

BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom

CAT SITTING in my home. No cages. 7day to long term stay. Limited space. 250-740-5554

1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251

DUNCAN PHYFE table with 4 chairs. Good condition. $500. 1 (250)756-9254

PETS

AUCTIONS

7 STANDARD poodle puppies, 2 apricot, 4 brown, 1 white, healthy, hand raised, both Mom & Dad are from Island Super Dog. Vet checked and first shots. Ready by Oct 27 or earlier. Call (250)9496104 or 250-949-1152.

AUCTION - Houseboats, Boats, PWC, Trucks, Trailers and more. September 21st, Kelowna www.westernstarauctions.com

NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET. Brand new. In original plastic. $200. (250)713-9680

HOUSEHOLD SERVICES ANGIE’S ANGELS. Affordable House Cleaning. Great Rates, Free Estimates. Ask for Angie @ 250-752-2120 Fully Bonded

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BOOKS NEEDED to help cats. CatSpan needs your current, good quality books, DVDs & CDs to raise money for feral cats. No text books, sets, Readers Digest condensed, hard cover fiction, magazines, out of date or poor condition books. Drop off at Pharmasave (Parksville), Winestine’s Wine Works, (Red Gap) or Qualicum Animal Hospital (Memorial). Info at 250-248-6095 or email nanoosecatspan@gmail.com

FRIENDLY FRANK PAIR OF ceiling fans, white/gold, good cond., $75. Call (250)585-7744.

FUEL/FIREWOOD COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).

FURNITURE

QUALITY LIVING room/kitchen furniture for sale. No reasonable offer refused. 250586-8922. SOLID FIR WOOD rectangular kitchen table (35”W x 58.5”L) & 6 chairs (brown & black) $300. (250)758-8844 SOLID HONEY Oak dining set “Contemporary”, 8 years old. Table: 5’ long w/2 18” leafs, 6 chairs, 2 with arms. 2 piece hutch w/lights, seats on chairs sage green. Excellent condition. Sacrifice at $1150. obo. ($7000. new) (250)752-1973.

AUSTRALIAN THEMED Christmas Light Display- 6 White Boomers, Emu, Platypus, Koala, Santa and sleigh, $500 obo. (250)756-6125. BACK 2 Life back massager, (new $250), $150 obo, in new condition. Call (250)390-2428 DEWALT 10” radial arm saw $150. Steel cattle squeeze, home built, good cond. $400. SS double sink, 32”x21”x8”, new $125. (250)754-4641.

2 SOLID oak swivel bar stools, $125. obo. (250)585-7744, or (250)741-7703.

SOLID WOOD, butterfly leaf, pedestal base, dining table (40” round to 58” oval w/leaf) plus 4 chairs. Light oak finish. $500 obo. (250)591-8959

VIDEO GAMES. $Buy$ Sell Trade. Now open in Parksville! Ralfs Collectibles, 182 East Island Hwy. Mon-Sun, 11-5. Closed Tuesdays. 937-7200

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BROYHILL CHINA Cabinet, Table, 4 chairs. Must be seen to be appreciated. $950. Call George for viewing. (250)7417717 or (250)741-1312

GRINSHEEP FIBRE Productions. 1265 Leffler Rd. (across from the Wildlife Centre in Errington) Offering felting, spinning, knitting & weaving supplies at reasonable rates. Open Tues - Sat., 1 - 5 or by appt. Call 250-248-6306 or email: grinsheep@gmail.com

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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, appliances, granite floor tiles, wood flooring, aluminum railings, jacuzzi. (250)753-0160 POWER LIFT and recline chair, 6 months old, $1000. Transport wheelchair and cushion, brand new, $200. Hitachi 52” projection TV, $250. Tempo treadmill, $250. Call (250)760-7009.

ANTIQUES/VINTAGE ANTIQUES/VINTAGE

HOOVER STEAMVAC spinscrub carpet cleaner - very good condition. $80. firm. Call 250-738-0455

ECOPED BIKE by City Go, (electric bike). Runs well, with charger, $600. (250)723-4449, Pt. Alberni. FLY-FISHING GEAR tall man: Osprey custom tailored (soft wear) magnum 357 waders ($300) $120, Pro Tac waders Highwater Series ($250) $100, Hodgeman river boots (felt bottoms) 19210 Sz 12 $50, Sierra Design rain pants $30. QB, 250-752-5457. QUEEN SIZE sofa bed w/6” “serta” mattress. Used twice, like new $850. 250-752-5252

WINE MAKING equipment includes; filter, carboys, corker, bottles, pales. $150 obo. Call (250)751-3072.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS VIOLIN/FIDDLE “Bartoli” w/bow & hard case. Beautiful cond; sounds great. Some instructional music plus music stand. $1,800. (250)585-4009.

REAL ESTATE

969 ROYAL DORNOCH DR. Eaglecrest. Backing onto golf course with ocean glimpses. 2000 sq.ft. 3 bdrm, 2 bath. $537,000. Call 250-752-4254.

APARTMENT/CONDOS

HELP WANTED

Notice of Employment Opportunity

MANAGER OF SOLID WASTE

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The Regional District of Nanaimo has an employment opportunity for a permanent fulltime Manager of Solid Waste. Visit ‘Employment Opportunities’ on our website at www.rdn.bc.ca for a complete job posting and job description. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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We are growing our advertising sales department at the COMOX VALLEY RECORD and are seeking applicants who are eager to join an award winning team.

MILTON ST, Nanaimo, 2bdrm condo. Top floor. Fantastic City/Ocean views. Owner will carry mortgage w/$650 monthly payments. (250)753-0160

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DEPARTURE BAY: Seascape Manor, unique, 2 story, 2bdrm, 1bath, 1133 sq.ft., top floor, corner unit. 2 decks, very private rooftop deck with ocean view. Bright, sunny. 17’ vaulted living room ceiling. Outdoor heated swimming pool. $234,000. 250-751-1915

COLLEGE HEIGHTS, Nanaimo. 3-level, 4bdrm +1bdrm suite. Beautiful ocean/city views. Owner will carry mortgage/reasonable down payment. (250)753-0160

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RENTALS

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APARTMENT/CONDO

DOWNTOWN NANIAMO: Luxury Waterfront Lifestyle; Elegant 2 Br, 2 bath condo, ocean, mountains, marina views. Lagoon, clubhouse, gym, swimming pool. Walk to Sea wall, near Port Theatre. Reduced for quick sale $349,000. Call 250-591-7800 agents welcome. Open House: Sept. 21 & 22. (Sat & Sun) 2-4pm.

OCEAN SANDS RESORT on Rathtrevor Beach. Fully furnished 2 bdrm condos includes utilities, cable, phone & internet. Units available starting Sept 15. $1100/mo. Call (250)954-0662.

COLLEGE HEIGHTS, Nanaimo. Beautiful ocean/city views. 4bdrms + 2bdrm suite. Owner will carry mortgage/reasonable down payment. 250-753-0160 COURTENAY-E RANCHER for sale 1800sqft, custom built, 3 bdrm & den, nice yard. R.V parking. F.M.I 250-338-5962

DESIRABLE CEDAR- 1920 sq ft 4 bdrm 2 bath on just under 1/3 acre. Fireplace, woodstove, dbl paved driveway, carport, shop, vinyl deck with roof, garden shed, wood shed. Quiet street close to schools, shops, restaurants, bus. $324,900. 250-722-2032. www.ownersale.info

Garage Sales #ALLÖ ÖTOÖPLACEÖYOURÖGARAGEÖSALEÖ ADÖANDÖRECEIVEÖ&2%%ÖBALLOONS ÖINVENTORYÖANDÖTIPÖ SHEETSÖANDÖBRIGHTÖGARAGEÖSALEÖSIGNSÖ GARAGE SALES AT Wembley Mall, Parksville, Sept. 21 9.30 - 5.30 Sept. 22. 11.00-2.00. Furniture, garden tools, household goods, toys, books, games and more. Fundraising event for Oceanside Stroke Survivors BOWSER/DEEP BAY, 5126 Pearl Rd. MULTI-FAMILY Neighbourhood Garage Sale. Sat, Sept 21 (8am to 12pm) COOMBS 981 Pratt Rd. Sep 21 (9-4). Camping, fishing, tools and lots more. DASHWOOD 4129 Isl. Hwy W. Sep 21 (9-2). End of season sale. Housewares, antique desk, puzzles, some tools, and much more. Rain or shine. DASHWOOD AREA: 1221 Ganske Rd, Sat., Sept. 21, 7:30am-? Moving in sale, too much to fit in our new house. Household goods, furniture, etc. Rain or shine! ERRINGTON 1570 McKibbon Rd. Sep 21 (9-3). Rain or shine. ERRINGTON. SAT. Sept. 21, 9am-3pm. Tools & household goods. 1100 Middlegate Road, lower level.

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4871 OCEAN TRAIL, BOWSER, BC. Thurs, Sept. 19, 12-4pm. Fri, Sept. 20, 10am-2pm, Sat, Sept. 21, 9am-2pm. Antiques, household, garden, tools, furniture, train, curio cabinets, day bed, motorized wheel chair, scooter, lift, and more! Hosted by Karen’s Transitions Made Simple www.transitionsmade simple.com

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4930 Brody’s Place Nanaimo Sale Starts Mon Sep 16 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Tues - Fri Sept 17 - 20, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm HOSTED BY SMART MOVE Check out our Website for photos

www.smartmoveservices.ca FRENCH CREEK 590 Hawthorne Rise. Sep 21 (8-4). Lots of neat stuff! Rain or shine. PARKSVILLE- 556 & 565 Falcon Court (Morning Star area, Aerie Estates) Sat & Sun, Sept 21 & 22, 8:30-2pm. Huge Estate Sale! Antique, high quality crystal, stem ware, china, lamps, many decorative pieces. Shop early for Christmas.

QUALICUM 1-BDRM apt w/ocean view, parking at the door. $700./mo inclds all utils. Avail now. 250-752-3333.

FRENCH CREEK CHARMER 3 bdrm/2 ba on .23 acre. Many updates. Warm, welcoming & move in ready. $335,000. By appt. gardendelight@shaw.ca. 250-752-4741. Photos upon request.

FRENCH CREEK, 806 MULHOLLAND DR. Sat, Sept 21, 8:30-12:30. Estate Sale, Furniture & more. NANOOSE BAY. Sat. Sept. 21, 8am-noon. Misc. household items, twin mattresses, TV, office desk, books. 1481 Stone Lake Drive. PARKSVILLE 1548 Marine Circle. Sept 21 (8-2). Moving Sale. Everything must go. PARKSVILLE #4-150 Corfield Rd. Sep 21 & 22 (10-3)(weather permitting). Crystal, china, odds n’ ends of all sorts. PARKSVILLE 625 Turner Rd. Sep 21 & 22 (8-1). Clothing, dishes, puzzles, books, electric bed & misc items. Rain or shine. PARKSVILLE- 631 Temple St, Sat & Sun, Sept 21 & 22 9-4pm & 22 10-3pm. Rain or Shine! Garage Sale & Ladies Fall Clothing Sale. Absolutely No early birds! PARKSVILLE: 646 Brice Ave. Saturday, Sept. 21st, 9am2pm. Household items, lots of tools, drapes, clothes, movies and more. PARKSVILLE- 768 Doefawn Lane, Sat, Sept 21, 9-4pm. No Early Birds! Huge Sale! Household, kitchen, sm appls, furniture, gardening, sports & recreation, clothing+ freebies! PARKSVILLE: 900 Bouman Plc (behind Wembley Mall, off Wembley/Ackerman). Saturday, Sept. 21st, 8am. PARKSVILLECHILDREN’S Toys, books, helmets, more. 207 Stanford Ave East, Sat, 9am. Weather permitting. PARKSVILLE. SAT. & SUN. Sept. 21 & 22, 8am-3pm. Major downsizing: Tools, sports, fishing, crafts, furniture, something for everyone! 816 & 822 Mariner Way. QUALICUM BEACH, 886 Primrose St. Sat. Sept. 21, 8am-2pm. Quilts, electronic/ computer equipment, bikes, 5-piece bdrm set, drafting table & assorted household items. Also included will be some lovely Shabby Chic furniture & decorative items. QUALICUM WOOD- 475 & 476 Qualicum Rd. Sat, Sept 21, 9-1. Furniture, lamps, rugs, home decor, kitchen, jewellry, books, luggage, baskets other misc items... Rain or shine!

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QUALICUM BEACH: Beautiful waterfront furnished suites. Avail mid Sept. to May. 1 bdrm $825. 2 bdrm $950. Delux 2 bdrm $1275. NS/NP. Hydro, cable and internet incld’d. 1877-757-8682. DOWNTOWN QUALICUM- 1 bdrm + den condo, completely reno’d, covered prkg, lrg patio, granite counters, stainless appls. Avail Oct. 1. $950. Refs, NS/NP. (250)752-3419.

APARTMENTS FURNISHED

LADYSMITH: SEMI-OCEANFRONT 2,600 sq.ft home on 6.5 treed acres. 5111 Brenton Page Rd. $448,500. Some updating done. (250)245-8950

QUALICUM NOV - May. Small furnished apt. for 55+. $450/mo. email animacg@hotmail.com

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL AUTO REPAIR SHOP LOCATION FOR LEASE Thriving Auto repair shop location for lease. No Triple Net, 2200sq ft, lots of parking. $2000/mo. Available Sept 1. Ask for John or Kelly (250)248-3602.

GARAGE SALES FRENCH CREEK 600 Morningstar Drive Sat & Sun, Sept 21 & 22, 9am-3pm. Full downsizing sale! Quality furniture, paintings, prints, plants, tools, clothing and a large array of household items.

PARKSVILLE, NEW 2Bdrm upper floor apt. 1000 sq.ft, partial ocean view,5 appls, w/d, hardwood floors, lrg kitchen, sundeck. NS/NP. Ref’s, $975 mo. Call (250)248-3850 Fairdown Rd. & Hwy 4a area.

PARKSVILLE (downtown) Completely remodeled and immaculate 3 bdrm home with legal suite ($750/mo income) plus 2.5 car garage w/separate driveway for home based business. Garden shed & small workshop/studio. Valor F/P, laminate floors. Beautifully landscaped - a must see. $360,000. (250) 954-0227.

PETROGLYPH PARK (Nanaimo) Ocean view 2bdrm, 1bath, 900sq.ft. CSA approved. New fuel efficient furnace, copper wiring, ABS plumbing. HW floors, laundry/deep freeze/ kitchen & plumbing fixtures excellent. Tool shed, small garden, some furn. Pets welcome.$59,000. (250)753-4065

COTTAGES $500/mo 1 BDRM RV, Coombs, incl. hydro, cable, quiet person 250-240-1445

ERRINGTON 2 bdrm full furnished cottage. Lovely bright setting on 5 forest acres. 10 min. to Hwy 4A. Loaded kitchen, fridge, stove, dishwasher, etc. Full bath, washer/dryer. $950. + hydro. Internet, cable & water incl. Avail now till June 2014. 1 well-behaved dog considered. 250-248-4992. leave msg please. NICE Cottage Style Apartment 950 sq. ft. Full kitchen, 1 bedroom, washer,dryer. Large fenced back garden with storage shed. Extra parking! $700 a month, Utilities not included. AVAILABLE OCT0BER 1ST call Mike @250 752-2379

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES QUALICUM- COZY, clean 2bdrm suite in duplex, minutes from Qualicum Beach. Country setting, N/P. $750/mo. utils not included. Avail now. Call (250)752-6098, (250)954-8847

MOBILE HOMES & PADS QUALICUM BEACH - Canyon Cresc area: 1400 sq ft rancher on crawl. 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, oak flooring. Heat pump, wood burning fireplace. Ext. has stucco & bevel siding. Single garage + carport. Covered patio. Lot .4 acre, sprinkler, landscaped. $395,000. Call 250-752-7402

BOWSER: 3-BDRM mobile on half acre with shop. Long term tenants only. Ref’s req’d. $750./mo, Avail immed. Call 250-951-7473. ERRINGTON, 2 bdrm, 5 appliances, N/S, N/P, 4k from Parksville, $750 p/m, incls.hydro. Ref’s Req’d. Avail. early Oct. Call 250-228-7237. ERRINGTON: 2 bdrm mobile home, 8 mins from Parksville, recently updated, wood F/P, electric heat, W/D, small yard, quiet neighbourhood, NS/NP. $750. Call (250)951-4830.

SOUTH NANAIMO: $243,500. 2bdrms up, 1bdrm down. Lots of updates. 613 Bruce Ave. Call (250)591-1210 for showing, or email for pictures trkrblaz@telus.net

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 1 BDRM patio suite, full kitchen, living/dining seniors complex close to town. 250-7236418 or 250-248-7106 AVAIL IMMED.- 1-bdrm patio home in 55+ complex in Parksville. Mint cond. Weekly housekeeping included. Optional dining program. Small pet ok, $950. (250)248-7612.

HILLIERS, CLEAN 2 bdrm single wide mobile in 5 home park. Great for quiet single or couple. $675/mo. Avail end of Sept. 250-954-5123.

HOMES FOR RENT 3 bdrm Rancher on Hirst. 10 min walk to downtown, $1200 includes Hydro. n/s, n/p. 250248-8384. NANOOSE BAY home on 3 very priv acres, 2 car garage, 4 bdrms, 3 bath, greenhouse, carport/shop, close to schools, shopping, Fairwinds Marina & Golf. Refs req’d. $1750+ utils. Call (250)468-2008. N.QUALICUM area- 7 yr old 3 bdrm home in quiet neighborhood. 6 appls, dbl garage, NS/NP, refs req’d. Avail Oct 1. $1100/mo. Call (250)248-7700

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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

PARKSVILLE, 2-BDRM. Garage, nice back & front yard. N/S, N/P. Long term. $1000/mo. Call (250)228-3442

PARKSVILLE, 1 bdrm, & den, walk to town, util inc. n/s, n/p, suitable for active senior. $800/mo. Call 250-248-9427

PARKSVILLE 3-BDRM, 2 baths, close to beach & all amenities, natural gas F/P. $1200.+ utils. Nov. 1st. Call 1(306)461-3550.

QUALICUM/WHISKY Creek: Bachelor size cottage in country. Need car. $550. inclds utils. No W/D. (250)594-2404 or scryne@gmail.com 1982 PORSCHE 911SC Classic chocolate brown Porsche 911 with Collector plates, lovingly maintained. Summer driven only, great condition, extremely quick. 5 Speed transmission with 3.0 L engine. 183,000 km, $19,900. Call (250)752-0624.

2008 ALJO 17â€™ Travel trailer. Sleeps 4, 3-pc bath, 3-burner stove & oven, large fridge & freezer. Tandem axle, 2 propane tanks. Lightweight for towing, comes w/breathable winter cover & wheel covers. $9,500. obo. (250)594-5557.

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VIJHL Hockey

Generals fighting off a Storm

Local team taking on main north Island rivals this weekend JAMES CL ARKE sports@pqbnews.com

The Storm are looming this week, and Oceanside’s SaveOn-Foods Generals are looking to batten down the hatches and build on their first VIJHL win of the season. The Gens are in Campbell River Friday night to face their North Division rivals, and return home Saturday for the back end of the home-and-home (opening face-off goes 7:30 p.m. both games) against the Storm, who are currently sitting second in the four-team North Division at 2-3-1. Oceanside, 1-3-1, is tied with the Comox Valley Glacier Kings for third in the North, part of a three-way tie with the Kerry Park Islanders for last overall in the nine-team league. Campbell River edged Oceanside 5-4 in overtime in the Storm’s regular season home opener in the two team’s only

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The Oceanside Generals will be looking for more goals and celebratory knuckle bumps this weekend as they take to the ice against the Campbell River Storm in a VIJHL home-and-home weekend series. The Gens are in Campbell River on Friday (listen on the The Beach 88.5 FM) and return to Oceanside Place 0n Saturday. Both games start at 7:30 p.m.

other meeting so far this year. Gens goalie Liam Giroux stopped 51 shots in that one, and is expected to start both games this weekend. Gens’ captain Travis Flug is off to a fantastic start, currently tied with two other players for the number four spot in VIJHL scoring with four goals and six assists in five games. The Storm ice two players in the Top 10 in scoring — Brayden Taekema (6g, 3a), and Brendan DeVries (5g, 3a). Dubbed the ‘twin towers’

when they were acquired by the Storm back in August as part of a trade with the Sicamous Eagles of the KIJHL, Devries, 6’2” 175 pounds, and Taekema, 6’3” 190 pounds, are both offensively-minded forwards that have combined for more than 200 Junior B points in the last two seasons, and both will be lacing up this weekend. “We’re aware of them for sure,” Gens’ head coach and GM Brent Demerais answered when asked about the Storm’s leading snipers. “But I’m not

too worried about the twin towers. We’re a much better hockey team then we were the first time we played them. We’re fast and we can play physical when we want to, and I think it’s going to be a good match-up. I like playing those back to back games,” he said, “especially against Campbell River. We’re looking forward to playing them, and we want to win both games, for sure.” Contacted in Campbell River, Storm head coach Lee Stone said he’s looking forward to the weekend action.

“Any time you play a division rival it’s a heated game, and there’s no question that Oceanside and Campbell River have had some pretty intense games over the past few years, so I would imagine fans will expect to see something very similar to that,” he said. “At this point both teams know, especially in a home-and-home, how important the points are even though it’s early in the year, so I think it’ll be a battle right to the very end.” See LaSt Sunday, page A31

Master’s soccer

Shady Rest Eagles F.C. up and running in QB The Rec fields in Qualicum Beach played host to six teams and over 100 master’s soccer players from across the upper Island this past Sunday. According to Shady Rest Eagles F.C. rep Ravi Mohabeer, in what was the first Master’s soccer tournament in Oceanside in recent memory, the local Men’s Over 35 team played host to all four upper Island squads from Courtenay, Campbell River and Powell River for an opening day tourney, while the Over 60s (a joint team with Campbell River), played Comox in their regular season home opener. For the first weekend on the pitch, “the action was fast and furious.” At the Over 35 level no one team was

the clear winner with all four sides coming away with at least one win and all the games ending with close scores, including a 1-0 victory by the home team against Powell River, who came in second in the Tony Grover Cup and made it to the second round of the provincials last season. “It was a tough season for the Over 35s last year,” said Mohabeer, who also manages the O35 Eagles, pointing out the locals were “playing alongside three legitimate provincial contenders in a tight four team division.” Over the summer though “it was clear that all of the squads stayed fit and brought their ‘A game’ to opening day. We were in close for every game, and by the

end we pulled away with a victory against the toughest competitors in the league.” The opening day tournament “was a great success with members of the community, families, and people of all ages coming out to enjoy a great day of soccer.” THE OVER 60s game was a close contest in the opening half with the teams tied 2-2 at the break, but the Eagles pulled away with a decisive 6-3 win in what Ian Miller called “a solid team effort.” Bob Jacques paced the Shadies with two goals, and Jim Mitchell, Keith Watson, Dietmar Baumeister, and Hank Nelson (who believe it or not, came down from Alert Bay to play), all struck for singles. One of the oldest continuously oper-

ating soccer clubs on the Island dating back to the mid-80s, Shady Rest Eagles F.C. men’s masters’ soccer club “is always looking for new players,” said Mohabeer, “and this was a great way for us to showcase the exciting level of play that our leagues have to offer. “It’s truly a great game, and a great club to play in.” For more information go to shadyresteaglesfc.com. GAME ON: The O48 Eagles home at QB Rec Fields Sunday for noon start against Port Alberni. The O48s opened their season on the road with a tough loss to Courtenay last Sunday. — James Clarke

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Adaptive hockey is officially up and running at Oceanside Place. Above, members of the Nanaimo Eagles adaptive hockey team pause for a photo during their demonstration day in Oceanside last May.

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Nanaimo inclusive hockey program coming to Oceanside Place JAMES CL ARKE sports@pqbnews.com

Dist. 69 Recreation and Parks is officially launching its adaptive hockey program Oct. 17. The program, for males and females aged 15 and up who have cognitive or physical challenges, runs out of Oceanside Place every Thursday from 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. through to Nov. 28. Back in early May arena manager Valerie McNutt brought in the Nanaimo Eagles “as an example of what a successful adaptive hockey program looks like, and now we’re just trying to build on the interest shown then.” “I think it’s a really good program,” she said. “I think it’s just a matter of making sure people are aware that it’s there.” The focus of the program said Eagles’ team

manager and co-coach Carla Pilton (her daughter Lindsay is the head coach), “is on fun and developing skills required to play the game of hockey.” Carla and LIndsay started the Nanaimo program three years ago. Pre-registration is required as is full gear, with some gear available to borrow if needed. “We’re hoping to development a team in Oceanside so we just need participants,” said Carla, adding that “if people can’t make those time slots, we’d still like them to come forward with their interest and we can talk about adjusting the times.” For more information call Oceanside Arena (250-248-3252) or coach Carla in Nanaimo at 250-752-3848.

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Persistence on hill pays off One student’s perspective on the Mount Washington program A personal account of the benefits of the Podium of Life Snow Sports Academy at Mount Washington from Vancouver Island student Mel Pemble: For the past two winters I have been attending Podium of Life Snow Sports Academy. This allowed me to train everyday to achieve my goal; to win gold in the 2018 Paralympics. My goal for the first season was just to train and race as much as I could which I did in the Vancouver Island Society of Adaptive Snowsports (VISAS). The next season’s goal was to train with both the VISAS and also get into the able bodied Mount Washington Ski Club (MWSC) which I did and had an excellent race season winning many medals. It is now August 2013 and I have just received a letter from B.C. Adaptive Snowsports inviting me to join the B.C. Para-Alpine Ski Team development program, which involves training with the B.C. team, attending Building Our Best camps and races and competing in the B.C. Winter Games this upcoming season. So once again I will be attending Podium of Life. I am now setting my new short term goals and doing summer training in preparation for the next winter season. Check www.podiumoflife.com for more. — Submitted by Podium of Life Snow Sports Academy

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Special Olympic swim re-starting The Oceanside Special Olympic swim program has started again for the fall session, and 18 participants turned out on Monday for their first day back. “A great turnout,” said longtime local volunteer coordinator Gerri Thompson, adding the team swims Mondays at 1:30 p.m. and Fridays at 2:30 p.m. at the Ravensong Aquatic Centre. “Athletes can sign up for once or

twice a week, to swim lengths, learn techniques, learn from the swim coaches, exercise, make friends, and work towards goals of Provincial and National Games. “We had a very successful Provincial Games this summer,” said Thompson, pointing out two of their swimmers, Mark Blasco and Amanda Stewart, have been chosen for 2014 National

Games next summer. In the meantime, “we are always looking for coaches, for swimming and our other sports, to assist our athletes, for one hour a week.” New, or current Special Olympic athletes can find out about the yearround programs by emailing Gerri at gerrithompson@shaw.ca. — James Clarke

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Jack and Jills pairs lawn bowling The Parksville Lawn Bowling Club is hosting its annual Jack and Jill Pairs Tournament this Friday through Sunday. The women will skip the first and fourth games,

while the men square off in the third and fourth games. “There’s going to be lots of blue and pink in evidence on the greens this weekend,” said PLBC’s Carol Bucyk, adding “rain or

shine, the club will have 44 teams playing.” The action gets underway at 9:30 a.m. Friday with games running all weekend. The public is always invited to come and watch

and admission is free. The Parksville Lawn Bowling Club is located at 149 E. Stanford. — James Clarke

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In last Sunday’s win, the Generals potted only their third power play goal in 22 attempts for a PP percentage of 13.64 which is sixth in the league — a stat Demerais said he’s aware of but not overly concerned about. “It felt good, really good — I thought the guys played hard and they deserved the W,” Demerais said of his club’s first regular season win — a 4-2 final over the Peninsula Panthers at Oceanside Place last Sunday in which they scored two unanswered goals in the final frame. “We are working on the power play and I think we’ve had opportunities to score, we’ve had our chances. It’s coming together — we’ve

been working on it. It’s just a matter of getting the right guys on the ice at the right time. We’re not so much worried about that right now . . . we’ll be fine. “The young guys are really starting to come along, they’re finding their confidence,” said Demerais. “And like I tell them, it’s not a race, it’s a marathon.”

ICE CHIPS The Generals dealt winger Jamie Severs, 17, back to his home town Storm on Tuesday. The Gens also parted ways with 20-year old Parksville forward Jordan Clark. While Demerais was hesitant to go into details, he did say both releases were due in part to team chemistry.

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London-based painter brings new style to QB David Meekison will exhibit his work at the Art Worx Gallery, including two large four-by-eight foot images AUREN RUVINSKY

the painting which then provides many layers of less obvious images that people England-based painter and sculptor can explore. David Meekison is back in Qualicum While the exhibition may include Beach for the summer, finding inspi- some of his older work — depending how ration in the quiet and displaying his much painting he gets done in the next experimental new style at the Art Worx four days — it will be anchored by two Gallery. large four-by-eight foot images called Ev"Last summer I was here as a kind of erything Under the Sun. break and I had one of the biggest artisHe already has them planned in great tic breakthroughs I've ever had," he said detail in his head and is using things like from his picturesque outdoor studio ropes, hoses and plastic buckets to help space in his mother's yard. form the paint and give it a lot of physical From B.C. originally, Meekison has depth, but the final result will be all paint lived in Toronto, New York and a number without mixed media elements. of places in Europe. Meekison said "I was living in Berthat though he's Last summer I was here lin having all kinds been at it for many as a kind of break and I had one of visa trouble and I years and had of the biggest artistic figured since I have a some success, he's breakthroughs I’ve ever had. dual British citizenjust starting to DaviD meekison ship it was the best make a living as an time to try it out," he artist and a lot of said of his move to opportunities are London about a year starting to come ago. together for him. After his breakthrough he returned He will head back to London for the to Europe and continued to develop his winter but he's working on a special joint style and crank out many paintings. exhibition with Dan Gray at The Old This summer he returned to the qui- School House art gallery next summer. et seaside space to relax and maybe do He said he's excited to be working with some painting, but he was again struck the relatively new Art Worx Gallery, in with inspiration and found himself the old Home Hardware location across painting for a full exhibition starting this from the liquor store, which he said is Saturday. trying to foster young upcoming art and He's trying a new style blending his could eventually become a kind of landabstract painting with stencils and pat- mark gallery. terns from every day objects. The current art show "City Inside" He points to the outline of a hand saw opens at Art Worx, 701 Primrose St. Qualand hammer in one of his new paintings icum Beach, this Saturday, Sept. 21 from called Hammer Saw and suggests the noon to 5 p.m. and he estimates it will images will give people easy access into run for a month. writer@pqbnews.com

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Artist David Meekison is combining abstract and stencil work for an art show starting at the Art Worx Gallery in Qualicum Beach this weekend.

Golf tournament to put food on Nanoose shelves A golf tournament in Nanoose Bay next Saturday aims to make up nearly half of the annual budget for the Nanoose Bay Community Cupboard. The charity golf tournament called Thanks for Giving is being held at Fairwinds Golf Club on September 28, organized by Nanoose Community Services, which operates the Nanoose Bay Community Cupboard. The charity provides food and toiletry items to those in need in the community. Director Virginia Brucker said the food bank, like

many across the province, struggles to provide groceries throughout the year. Coastal Community Credit Union and Fairwinds are the tournament’s major sponsors. Parksville Chrysler has donated hole-in-one insurance for a new vehicle and Brian Dugaro from Investors Group has offered a $5,000 cash prize for a hole-in-one as well. A live auction will feature an autographed Trevor Linden jersey and the silent auction features a variety of donations from local businesses and artists.

The format is a four-person scramble, and the $110 entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, a cart, and dinner. Pre-registration closes September 23. To register online visit www.nanoosecommunityservices.com. For more information, call the Bruckers at Nanoose Community Services, 250-468-9888 or e-mail info@nanoosecommunityservices.com Registration forms are also available at the Fairwinds Pro Shop and Activity Centre. —NEwS Staff

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New youth choir to focus on harmony After successful first adult season vocal instructors have expanded offering to youth LISSA ALEXANDER

Tomczyk said beyond the learning outcomes there will be some playfulness at Vocal Motion and friendship After being overwhelmed by positive feedback from is encouraged. members in a new adult performance choir, two local “It can be a lot easier to express yourself vocally when vocal instructors will now be offering a youth choir this you feel the friendly encouragement of the entire group, fall. leaders and other participants alike,” she said. Sound Connection is an adult performance-focused Tomczyk and Keene are the lead singers and choir which sings contemporary song-writers in the alt-rock band and popular music in two or three We have had many members talk Counting Time, and Tomczyk is part harmonies. Vocalists Sharon also a co-founder of The Soundto us in private about how imTomczyk and Megan Keene started portant the experience has been to garden at the Coombs Fairgrounds, the choir in January of this year, and them and how grateful they have a music centre that provides musitheir fall session is now full to the cians a place to play and live enterbeen to finally find their voice brim. tainment for the community. The through the group. Sharon tomczyk “We have had many members Soundgarden is where the lessons talk to us in private about how imwill be held. portant the experience has been to No experience is necessary to them, and how grateful they have join the choir, only an eagerness to been to finally ‘find their voice’ through the group,” learn, and boys and girls aged 14 to 18 are welcomed. It said Tomczyk. “We both feel very honoured to be able will run Thursdays from 4 to 5:45 p.m. and bus options to provide the space for that to happen.” She added the are available from both high schools. The cost is $40 for instructors have also received a number of e-mails from five sessions. happy choir members. Members of the youth choir will be encouraged to The new Vocal Motion Teen Performance Choir, stretch their wings, but the group will not be performing starting up September 26, will offer something a little publicly until the members are ready. different than other local vocal youth groups, Tomczyk The adult Sound Connection choir is performing this said, as the popular songs and arrangements will be year at the Child Haven International fundraiser on Oct. specifically designed for the teens. 25. Youth will sing in two or three part harmonies and Anyone interested in joining Vocal Motion can call the environment will allow for creativity and self-ex- Sharon at 250-752-3950 or e-mail sharon@thesoundpression, Tomczyk said. garden.org. There will also be opportunities for eager young muFor more on The Soundgarden visit www.thesoundsicians to accompany the singers on instruments. garden.org.

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Garage sale at Wembley Mall A rare, antique baby carriage will be one of the highlights at a garage sale this Saturday at Wembley Mall. Bruce and Bronwyn Hackett of Victoria donated the baby carriage to the Oceanside Stroke Recovery Branch for their upcoming fundraiser. It is in amazing condition and has been in their family for several generations. Books, household goods, toys, tools, artwork and clothing will also be featured at the sale and there will be a clearance sale Sunday for any remaining items. Oceanside Stroke Recovery provides exercise, speech therapy, art therapy, music therapy and caregiver counselling for stroke survivors in our community. For more information contact Kathleen at 250-752-9796. —News staff

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Why bother with the church thing?

o you ever wonder why peo- challenges Jesus put out. I don't understand ple even bother with the whole why this is even an issue. Everyone seems to church thing? From what I've agree that being in shape or having a healthy heard from others, it appears to body comes with responsibility. To some it be all rules and hassles. Not to may mean no junk food, to others going to the mention having to believe in absurd ideas like gym. But generally if you want anything of valJesus actually being God and the fact that He ue it takes responsibility and discipline. came to earth for a while. The beautiful thing about Jesus is He knows I heard someone say once that you will nev- it's hard to live "perfect" (whatever that means). er end up learning anything meaningful unless So He actually offered to change our hearts so you are open to the possibility of being wrong that if we do want to try to live a better life it's about what you've already learned. not done out of sheer will-power. Now it's often quite easy to apply God actually makes it a desire this to others, but I think it would be that we perform out of love. Baworth trying it out for a few minutes, sically it's what we WANT to do especially since you may be reading not what we feel we SHOULD do. an article that, well to be honest, By Pastor tyler cody The difference between the two is you've already made your mind up a life lived out of passion and life about. lived out of obligation. Putting aside prejudices of the Why do people bother with the church, crazy Christians you may whole church thing? Well, that's have met, intellectual struggles, and why. Because they want to. whatever other probably valid conThere is more to this life than cerns you have, let's take a look at just the strivings for security, Jesus and what He offered. pleasure and power. To be quite Well, amidst the thousands of honest, this is my small attempt books out there trying to explain to stop you in your tracks and say, just that, I think Jesus was simply offering a bet- "Jesus, if you're the real thing, then I'm open to ter way to live. He actually said, "I have come whatever you have." Jesus invites us to enjoy that they might have life and have it to the full" life with Him. (John 10:10). Now that may seem hard to beTalk to someone, read one of Jesus' parables, lieve considering what appears to be the list of but above all refuse to give in to complacency. rules that Christians seems to quote all too of- As brutal as it may sound, the path to a new life ten. is paved with Christ's body and blood... isn't But I'm pretty positive that's what He of- that worth a look? fered. Tyler Cody is part of the leadership team of What people get worked up about are the Christian Fellowship Centre in Qualicum Beach.

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The taxation year 2014 for the estimated amount of taxes shown: Lots 2 and 3, Plan 3414, District Lot 101A, Newcastle Land District; 2945/49 Island Highway West (Welch Park) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $13,946 2015 - $14,434 2016 - $14,939 Lot 6, Block 10, Plan 1894, District Lot 78, Newcastle Land District; 211 Fern Road West (Rotary Club of Qualicum Beach – Sunrise) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $3,938 2015 - $4,076 2016 - $4,218 Lot 1, Plan 27288, District Lot 78, Newcastle Land District; 250 First Avenue West (Kiwanis Housing) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $10,017 2015 - $10,368 2016 - $10,731 Lot A, Plan 8548, District Lot 78, Newcastle Land District; 110 Second Avenue West (Village Theatre) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $5,231 2015 - $5,414 2016 - $5,604 Portion of District Lot 101 & 101A, Newcastle Land District, SW PT NE of PL3868; SW PT NE of PL3868; REM SW PT; PT SW of RD; NE PT SW of RD; 2711 Island Highway West (Tourist Bureau) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $2,000 2015 - $2,070 2016 - $2,142 Portion of Lot B, Plan VIP58293, District Lot 59 & 60, Newcastle Land District, Except Plan VIP59287; 644 Memorial Avenue (Curling Rink) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $2,884 2015 - $2,985 2016 - $3,090 Portion of Lot 9, Plan 2047, District Lot 78, Newcastle Land District Except Plan 27288, 42165, VIP55424, VIP60676; 665 Jones Street (Lawn Bowling Club) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $15,198 2015 - $15,730 2016 - $16,281 Portion of Lot A, District Lot 124, Nanoose District, Plan 42657 Except That Part in Plan 44330, Lease A3 – 1000 Ravensbourne Lane (Beaufort Squadron @ Airport) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $5,353 2015 - $5,540 2016 - $5,734 Lot A, Plan 16180, District Lot 57, Newcastle Land District, Except Part in Plan 3022 RW; 587 Beach Road (Museum) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $3,805 2015 - $3,938 2016 - $4,076 Lots 3 & 4, Block 17, Plan 2005, District Lot 58, Newcastle Land District; 181 Sunningdale Road West (District 69 Family Resource Association) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $9,917 2015 - $10,264 2016 - $10,624 Lot A, Plan 9145, District Lot 63 and remainder of Plan 1026, DL 57-62, Newcastle Land District; 469 Memorial Avenue (Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $62,529 2015 - $64,717 2016 - $66,983 Lot 1, Plan 13424, District Lot 57, Newcastle Land District; 210 Crescent Road West - (Valhalla - Hospice) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $12,927 2015 - $13,379 2016 - $13,848 Lot 2, Plan 43567, District Lot 78, Newcastle Land District; 122 Fern Road West (TOSH Arts Centre) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $19,572 2015 - $20,257 2016 - $20,966 Strata Lot 1, Plan VIS5454, District Lot 78, Newcastle Land District; 703 Memorial Avenue (Qualicum Beach Seniors’ Activity Centre) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $7,130 2015 - $7,380 2016 - $7,638 Lot 21, Block 8, Plan 1894, District Lot 78, Newcastle Land District; 124 Second Avenue West (Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce Office) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $7,124 2015 - $7,373 2016 - $7,631 Block 5, Plan 1894, DL 78, Newcastle Land District; 180 Veterans’ Way (Royal Canadian Legion Branch #76) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $9,853 2015 - $10,198 2016 - $10,554 Lot A, Plan 19140, District Lot 78, Newcastle Land District; 591 Arbutus Street (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $16,260 2015 - $16,829 2016 - $17,418 Lot 12, Block 5, Plan 1835, District Lot 53, Newcastle Land District; 423 First Avenue West (Jehovah’s Witnesses) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $12,298 2015 - $12,729 2016 - $13,174 Lot A, Plan 50661, District Lot 58/59, Newcastle Land District; 138 Hoylake Road West (St. Mark’s Anglican Church) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $12,440 2015 - $12,875 2016 - $13,326 Lot A, VIP58293, District Lot 60, Newcastle Land District; 150 Village Way (St. Stephen’s United Church) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $11,866 2015 - $12,281 2016 - $12,711 Lot 1, Plan 13066, District Lot 122, Nanoose Land District; 825 Village Way (Christian Fellowship Centre) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $16,529 2015 - $17,108 2016 - $17,706 Plan VIP59287, District Lot 57 & 58, Newcastle Land District, those parts shown as “Road to be Closed”; 600 Beach Road (Qualicum Community Baptist Church) Estimated taxes for the following years: 2014 - $2,414 2015 - $2,498 2016 - $2,585 Trudy Coates Corporate Administrator, Town of Qualicum Beach

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$225,000

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2-4 pm

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826 Mulholland Dr., Parksville

$449,900

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2-4 pm

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2780 Ashcraft Rd., Nanoose Bay

$525,000

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$659,000

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610 ERMINESKIN AVENUE, PARKSVILLE

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3940 Island W. HWy., QualIcum BeacH

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$275,000

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• Recently updated 3 bed/2 bath rancher with family room off fabulous kitchen w/eating bar & nook • Extensively upgraded: R48 insulation, new roof, custom kitchen, oak hardwood flooring • New millwork fixtures, fittings, plugs, thermostats, faucets & more, feels like a new house • Nicely landscaped, privacy fence front & back, RV parking, close to beaches, walking trails & all amen. of Parksville

$309,000

#231 – 1175 resort drIve, ParksvIlle

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$399,000

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$615,000

• Sunrise Ridge total undivided ownership, 3 bed, 3 bath condo in one of Parksville’s newest waterfront resorts • Located on sandy tidal beaches, great patio with BBQ that overlooks the new pool & hot tub • Gorgeous kitchen with granite countertops, very large island with 6 stools for wonderful gatherings • The third bedroom is lock off with 3 piece ensuite, kitchenette with mini bar fridge & micro, coffee, bar area

$349,000

856 terrIen Way, ParksvIlle

• San Pareil 4 bed, 3 bath home with fully finished 1 bedroom in-law suite • Wonderful private almost ½ acre with gardens & mature trees • Recent upgrades include newer roof, siding & deck, heat pump & new window, frames & carpet • 5 minute walk to the Englishman River Estuary, Rathtrevor Park, trails & the beach

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Melissa MacNeill

Chelsea Cummings

P.R.E.C. / REALTOR® andrewmclane@shaw.ca

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Grant Wildeman

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned & Operated

REALTOR®

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1561 Admiral Tryon Blvd $929,000 • • • •

Spectacular .47 acre walk on waterfront Over 2400 sq. ft w/4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms Super large oversized attached garage In-ground pool and detached guest house

495 Cowland Road, Bowser $354,900 • 8.6 acre property, mostly treed • 2300 sq.ft home with attached 2 car garage • RDN shows 2 homes are allowed

1369 Gabriola Drive, Craig Bay • Over 2750 square feet • 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms

$419,000 • Swimming pool & tennis courts • Double car Garage

• 3 bedroom & 3 bathroom 2000 sq.ft. home • Spectacular Mount Arrowsmith views & R.V. parking • Close to schools & workshop in house

3 bedroom & 3 bathrooms 1760 sq. ft home 2.1 acre property with a variety of fruit trees 2 storey 1600 sq ft wired, insulated and heated workshop Detached double car garage

#56-1247 Arbutus Road, Parksville $89,900 • Immaculate & totally renovated 2 bedroom double wide • Covered sun patio and extensive landscaping • Private and spacious yard

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#15-3920 Island Highway, Qualicum Beach

$77,900

• Professionally updated, new kitchen and bath, flooring and windows • Forced air furnace recently replaced, 10x8 detached workshop • No age restriction and small pet allowed with permission

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1017 Corcan Road, Qualicum $415,000

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104-440 Schley Place, Qualicum $199,000

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• Beautifully partially treed 2.6 acre property • Approximately 1200 sq. ft. home with 2 bdrms and 2 baths • 30 x 24 detached wired workshop with woodstove • Short walk to public beach, walking trails & Nile Creek

739 Ermineskin Avenue, Parksville $415,000

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SIMILAR HOME • 1602 sqft, 3 bed/2 full bath rancher at the end of a cul de sac • Open plan Living/Dining Room w/ hardwood flooring & natural gas FP • Sliders from Dining Room to patio for easy indoor/outdoor entertaining • .21 acre, double garage, heat pump, RV parking, & Hardi-Plank siding

IN A NEW SUBDIVISION

$429,000

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• Perfect floor plan for a family! 2028 sqft 3 bed/ 3 bath on .32 acre • Open plan Living/Dining Room w/ a woodstove, large Sunroom • Kitchen w/ eating bar, large Family Room with bar & new flooring • Fenced corner lot, powered shop/shed/greenhouse, dual access

BLOCKS TO THE BEACH

$319,000

QUALICUM NORTH RANCHER

• Unique 2006 sqft 3 bed/2 bath in an amazing location next to Fairwinds •Open plan Living/Family Rm w/ceiling vault & woodstove, lrg eating bar • Huge wrap-around deck w/ a lap pool & ocean/ island/ mountain views • .41 acres, 2 exterior elevators, easy care landscaping, nice garden area

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• Bright Living/Dining Room w/natural gas FP, large Island Kitchen w/nook

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• 2474 sqft 3 bedrm/3 bath on 4.97 acres w/ panoramic ocean views • Maple/Birch floors, Kitchen w/new top line appl’s, 2 Master Suites • Propane FP/woodstove, Large Family Room, 1375+ sq.ft. of decks •Zoning allows for 2 homes, very private 2nd building site awaits you

• Spacious 2172 sqft 3 bedroom nestled at the end of no-thru-road • Bright open plan, woodstove, hardwood flooring, cathedral ceiling • Renovated Island Kitchen, Media Room w/ gas FP, Bonus Room • .73 acre, delightful gardens, fish pond, minutes to town & beach

FABULOUS COUNTRY HOME

FULLY UPGRADED HOME

$499,000

$429,000

• Spacious 1946 sqft 2 bedroom/2 bath in a gated and secure building • Far reaching ocean views over Georgia Strait to mainland mountains

$415,000

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• Private 1213 sqft 2 bed/2 bath tucked away on lovely rock outcropping • Character home w/wooden beams, rock FP, skylights, warm woodwork • Lrg wrap-around deck w/ ocean vistas, new roof, fenced garden area •.59 acre, natural landscaping of rock, ferns, small ponds, and pathways

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• Lovely 3124 sqft 3 bedrm overlooking the 8th green of the course • Architecturally designed, views fr many rooms & glass railed deck Open House 3627 Elginwood Place, Fairwinds Sunday Sept 22 2-4 PM Hosted by Gloria Dafoe

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY SEPT. 22

$659,000

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Private 4.66 Acreage

SPACIOUS EXECUTIVE style family home on 4.66 acres. This 3,900 sqft home has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, a den, family room and lots of space to have all the areas you desire. The unique fireplace is set in a central family room with Cathedral ceilings. This bright, private and spacious home is on the ocean side of Fourneau, it is a very desirable area and these acreages do not come up that often. Abundant garage area for the handyman in the family and for the gardener a wonderful area to make your own. Lots of windows and a peekaboo ocean view. This lovely home is definitely a must see. Call today for details.

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Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions many people will ever make in their lives. In addition to using the services of a REALTOR®, there are a few questions you can ask yourself to help guide you through the process. Is Home Ownership Right for You? One of the biggest reasons people want to buy is to build equity in their own home, rather than continue to pay rent. However, being a homeowner and being a renter are two very different things. Are you ready to take on the responsibility of all the costs involved in homeownership, including mortgage payments, repairs, and maintenance? Do you have a down payment, or the ability to get one? Can you afford to buy? Media reports on the cost of housing sometimes make it seem like home ownership is impossible for many people. What these reports never mention is there is a wide variety and range of homes on the market. A REALTOR® can help you find a home that fits your needs and budget. And with today’s low interest rates all it takes is some careful planning to make homeownership affordable and possible. What do you want to buy? When buying a home, you want to make sure it meets your actually needs. Size, location, and lifestyle are the most important things to consider. Then there are special features (like storage space or

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Great Location!

FULLY RENOVATED 3 bedroom,2 bath, 1405 sqft rancher on .19 of an acre! Updates include: granite counter tops throughout,solid Canadian Oak Hardwood floors,brand new stainless steel appliances,new 50 year roof and all baseboard heaters have been replaced by forced air electric heaters.This home boasts a great open concept complemented by vaulted ceilings. TLC was put into every detail including mouldings, elegant light fixtures,a lovely private back deck and so much more. This home is a Must See in a great central location. Call today for details.

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Business Opportunity!

Stewart’s on Harrison Cafe! This thriving Cafe is located in the heart of Parksville. The award winning Chef has built this business from the ground up and his Cafe has a wonderful reputation. The sale includes: Business, a full list of Equipment and Inventory. The building is 1,800 sq.ft with fabulous exposure and easy parking and a very consistent and loyal clientele. At this price it is priced to sell so if you want one of the better turn key businesses around call today for details.

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care for? We are hosting a free information seminar on May 14th @ 1:00 at the Parksville Travel Lodge (424 W. Island Hwy, Parksville) to help you explore the many housing options available in our community. Perhaps you have been thinking of downsizing to a smaller home, patio home or condo, independent seniors living or assisted living and simply do not know what is available. We want to help you explore your options so that you can make an informed decision when determining Have you been thinking of simplifying your lifestyle and moving to an easier home to your next step. There will be a variety of guest speakers, professionals in their field to care for? We are hosting free information seminar on May 14th @ 1:00 at the discuss everything from possible home choices (such as Hawthorne Place,aEmerald Estates & The Gardens), Smart Moves who specialize in seniors relocation to an acParksville Travel Lodge (424 W. Island Hwy, Parksville) to help you explore the many countant to discuss tax deferment. Most of us are not aware of the many affordable housing options in our community. Perhaps you have been thinking of housing choices available and avoid making any decision as itavailable may seem overwhelming. We are here to provide information, show you some choices and let youpatio home or condo, independent seniors living or downsizing toofathe smaller home, know there is help every step of the way. This event will be hosted by Karen Roberts assisted living and simply do not know what is available. We want to help you ex(Seniors Real Estate Specialist) & Clinton Miller (owner-manager of Royal Lepage Parksville/Qualicum Beach). Coffee, tea & pastries be served so and that there will be can a plore yourwilloptions you make an informed decision when determining draw for a gift certificate. your next step. There will be a variety of guest speakers, professionals in their field to Please call 250-248-7612 or e-mail seniorsrealestate@shaw.ca to confirm as seating is limited. discuss everything from possible home choices (such as Hawthorne Place, Emerald

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• 3 bed/ 2 bath, 1905 sq. ft. rancher • Recent fully renovated kitchen • Crown moldings, hardwood floors • South facing covered patio, 2 separate patios

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• 3 bedrooms & den/ 2 baths • 2110 sq.ft./ tastefully finished • Beautifully landscaped .60 acre

MLS# 353175

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FORECLOSURE $234,900

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NEW LISTING $289,900

AVORADO RESORT $46,900

CUTE & COZY $214,900

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EAGLECREST GOLF COURSE $339,900

• 1315 sq.ft, 2 bed + den/ 2 bath • 55+ very quiet park • 14 X12 wired shed/ very large yard • 2 blocks from ocean/ Qualicum Bay

FAMILY FRIENDLY PARK $159,900

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QUALICUM BAY $89,900

Les Pockett

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• 1540 sq.ft./ 3 bed./ 2 full bath • 10x15 sunroom / 10x10 workshop • Fully fenced backyard, beautifully landscaped • Family friendly park MLS# 357004

BUILDING LOT $69,900

• 1410 sq. ft. rancher on .17 acre

• Fully serviced RV lot

• 3 bed/2 bath w/ hardwood floors

• Use of waterfront clubhouse

• Hardiplank siding, vinyl windows, newer roof

• Short stroll to the beach

MLS# 354529

MLS# 357014

WALK ON WATERFRONT $399,900

PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS $214,900

• 1238 sq.ft. 2 bed & den/w bath • Hardwood floors, 6 ft crawlspace • Bright, sunny end unit, extra windows • Double garage, 12x12 deck

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679 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC • 1.22 acres building lot • Hydro and water at road • 12’ x 12’ x 24’ storage unit incl.

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MLS# 350701

QUALICUM BAY $19,900

PARKSVILLE CONDO $169,900

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• 1344 sq.ft., 3 bed / 2 bath • .47 acre adjacent to marina • Deep Bay waterfront property MLS# 354144

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• 2002 Hornet trailer with one slide • Located in family friendly Qualicum Bay Resort • Pool, playground, waterslide, recreation room • Steps to the ocean

MLS# 353040

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1100 sq.ft. 3 bed/ 1 bath 2 sundecks/ wood burning fireplace No age or rental restrictions Top floor condo with 2 skylites MLS# 361647

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ROBBIE BAIRD

Anchor Realty

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Parksville Bungalow $239,000

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Puts agents first Provides non competing management Listens to you and your suggestions Gives you instant recognition with an internationally recognized company • Offers top-notch education • Split fee commission structures as well as 100% programs

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Craig Bay Jewel $449,000 • Waterfront Community

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1201-333 GARRETT RD, QUALICUM BEACH

499,900

• Elegant 3 bdrm unit at Taylor Ridge • Open floor plan and quality finishing • Gourmet kitchen w/granite countertops • Walls of windows to capture the views • Double garage *heat pump *great storage

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5-141-6TH AVENUE, EAST

159,900

• 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo in the heart of the village • Bright open floor plan w/west facing balcony • Well maintained building and low strata fee

165-730 BARCLAY CRESCENT, PARKSVILLE

349,900

• 2 bedroom patio home on crawl space • Open floor plan with soaring ceilings • Kitchen boasts maple cabinets & island • Hardwood floors & 3 sided gas fireplace • Large, sunny patio w/covered area • Double garage and heat pump too

CAREFREE LIVING – WALK TO TOWN

406-264 MCVICKER ST, PARKSVILLE

129,900

• 1 bdrm and 1 bathroom unit • Easy care laminate/open floor plan • Affordable homemaking fee

65-1059 TANGLEWOOD PLACE

329,000

• Beautiful, fully furnished patio home • 11’ ceilings, granite counters, s/s appliances • Spacious master with deluxe ensuite • Quiet, private resort with beach access • Close to spa, restaurant & recreation

AFFORDABLE RETIREMENT

30-1247 ARBUTUS RD, PARKSVILLE

94,900

• Lovely 2 bdrm, 2 bathrm double wide mobile • Open floor plan and vaulted ceilings • Spacious kitchen with plenty of cabinets

• *Age restriction is 40yrs, small pet allowed

• Optional dinner plan available

• Neutral décor with laminate flooring

• *Storage area. All appliances included

• Walking distance to shopping

• Covered deck and garden shed too!

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102-437 FITZWILLIAM STREET

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$28,600

Own your own business in the heart of Old City Nanaimo Great exposure on a busy street w/lots of walk and drive by traffic The Blue Quill is a tea and gift shop w/ lots of opportunity Offering tea, tea pots, cups, accessories, giftware, clothing & jewelry Price includes equipment & approx. $32,000 in inventory.

411-650 BERWICK N. ROAD

$229,500

702 MEMORIAL AVENUE

$28,800

994 RILEY ROAD

• Now includes equipment and approx. $32,200 in inventory • Blue Quill is a tea and gift shop located in the heart of downtown • The shop offers over 300 varieties of tea with tea pots, cups, accessories • A large line of unique imported giftware, clothing and jewelry. • It has great exposure on a busy street. Lots of walk or drive by traffic.

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2285 MORELLO ROAD

170 BAY ROAD

$269,900

Lovely remodelled 2 bedroom mobile home with addition on its own land. features a large living rm w/woodstove, bright kitchen, new laminate within walking distance to schools, Wembly Mall & Oceanside Place Arena. Why pay rent anymore when you can own your own home & start building equity.

• Unique concept in retirement living as a member of a vibrant community • Independent lifestyle. security features include staffing for 24 hour emergency • Fire sprinklers in all suites, enter phone system, private mail boxes • Unit has 1 bedroom, large kitchen, dining area, living rm w/electric fireplace • Deck overlooking a pond. You are not just buying a home but a lifestyle

• Cozy 2 bedroom rancher, w/room to add on sits on almost 1 acre • Large living room features a faux stone fireplace w/efficient wood insert, • Hardwood flooring, large window & sliding patio doors to the deck. • Detached workshop/storage building & separate cabin/workshop w/ loft • Very private, beautiful property bordering Nanoose Creek

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133 ACACIA STREET

670 CHELSEA PLACE

#5-4320 GARROD ROAD

$319,999

$359,000

$159,500

$269,900

Bright & cozy, 5 bedroom, 1040 sq. ft., lakefront home on Horne Lake Sit on the deck of your cottage overlooking the tranquil setting of a pristine lake 9500 sq. ft., gentle sloping lot that leads to a large beach & lovely lake frontage Perfect for a 2 family purchase as the home can sleep many people comfortably Sandy beach and a dock for your boat. IMAGINE

$369,000

1731 MIAMA COURT

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Immaculate home w/open floor plan, spacious living rm w/ gas fireplace Vaulted ceiling in kitchen & living rm, laminate flooring & large windows The yard has lovely landscaping & unbelievable amount of plants and flowers There is a large shed included with this lovely property for your garden tools Added bonus is an off property storage shed for all your storage needs

1308 LEEWARD WAY

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$227,900

$299,900

Immaculate rancher situated within the Eaglecrest Golf Course Home is light & bright throughout & has a very nice floor plan Jacuzzi in the master ensuite, patio pre wired for hot tub Insulated double garage door, easy care landscaping w/ sprinkler system A short walk to a sandy beach, 5 minute drive to downtown Qualicum

168 THETIS AVENUE

$369,000

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Tastefully appointed 1508 sq. Ft. 3 Bedroom, 2 bath rancher on crawl Laminate floors, a skylight in the entry, bright white kitchen w/skylight, Formal dining room, living room w/cozy gas fireplace & bay window, Bright family room, main bath w/skylight, eating area, double garage Large covered patio in fenced back yard, raised garden beds, mtn view

583 HOLLYWOOD RD

$369,900

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Solidly built custom home has 1860 sq. ft. on the main level,a 450 sq. ft. room up Also a large walk out partially finished insulated basement, 12’ x 12’ sundeck Hardwood flooring in the den, living rm,dining rm,eating area,family rm,hall, Hardwood in master bedroom & bedroom, there are two gas fireplaces Newer roof,new vinyl windows, 22 K gold & crystal light fixtures, Furnace w/heat pump, BI vacuum,sauna, insulated garage & an oil change pit

942 EAGLECREST DRIVE

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$375,000

896 FAIRWAYS DRIVE

$414,900

229 HIGSON CRESCENT

866 FAIRWAYS DRIVE

• Rancher in the best location on the Eaglecrest Golf Course • 2 large bedrooms, lovely sunroom, 2 full bathrooms, • Family room off kitchen w/gas fireplace, formal dining room, • Formal living room w/vaulted ceilings, wood fireplace. • Sun drenched and beautifully landscaped back yard

1490 SUNRISE DRIVE

• Prime location in Hermitage Park, an easy walk to downtown Qualicum • Main level entry 2 storey home w/3 spacious bedrms, & ocean view bonus rm • Spacious living room with gas fp, den with skylight, RV parking • Updates include slate flring, laminate flrs, updated kitchen & remodeled bathrm • Private, fenced, south facing back yard with patios

$359,900

$393,000

• Lovely 1700 sqft Qualicum Beach home in the Evergreens. • Open lvg rm that features a dramatic vaulted ceiling & large windows • Bright kitchen w/skylight features lots of cabinets, family rm has a gas fp • Lovely, in-ground swimming pool in the private, fenced backyard w/huge patio • Master bedrm adjoined by a luxurious ensuite w/soaker tub & separate shower. • Its many updates include appliances, paint, vinyl windows, heat pump, etc

Well built 3 bedroom home in the waterfront development of “Seascape” 2700 sqft home offers 2000 sqft of finished space + 700 sqft to finish Open concept design w/vaulted ceiling, is filled with natural light. Slate floors in bathrm, hardwood & heat pump for efficient heating/cooling Spacious w/huge 75 inch by 38 inch granite island & large walk in pantry

$487,000

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Almost Oceanfront! Two minute walk to the sandy beach New metal roof, 4 bdrms, large living rm w/gas fireplace Kitchen w/wood cabinetry & center island w/breakfast bar French doors lead to a sunroom with a great ocean view Completely fenced, landscaped yard w/double iron gates at front

3029 RAYMUR PLACE

$489,000

• 1725 sq. ft rancher backing onto the Eaglecrest Golf Course • White kitchen w/loads of cabinetry, living rm w/bay window • Family rm w/gas fireplace & brick hearth, eating area, 3 bedrms • Off family room is 21’ x 14’ private, sunny, partially covered patio • Yard is a gardeners dream, fully fenced & artfully landscaped

1583 MCKIBBEN ROAD

$499,000

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Immaculate 3200 sq ft 2 storey ocean view home Bright kitchen, formal dining & living room, 3bdrms Garage with 220 power, heat pump, security system Huge deck overlooking Eaglecrest Golf Course Bonus-lower one bdrm suite with laundry hookup

$599,000

Spacious, updated, 4 Bedroom, 4 bath, 2256 sq. ft rancher Updates: windows, addition, plumbing, wood stove, etc South facing back yard w/large patio, fruit trees RV parking There is a 34’ x 24’ shop w/full mezzanine and 11’ ceilings Triple carport perfect for over height vehicles & a double garage

1387 WARD ROAD

$619,500

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Wow Ocean views! plus NEW 3 bedroom suite, Mortgage helper Over 3000 sq. ft. 5-6 bedrooms. B+B potential, share w/family or friends Well built (2002) home on .50 acre landscaped lot In ground irrigation, lots of RV or boat parking So much to offer with versatility and value.

6079 ISLAND HIGHWAY

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Two lovely homes and a 2 bedroom rental suite on 3.13 acres Main home is approx. 3000 sq.ft. w/3 bedrms, den, 3 full baths Formal dining & living rm, an open kitchen & a large family rm Adjoined to the main home is a bright & spacious 2 bedrm inlaw suite 2nd home is an eclectic design, approx. 1900 sq.ft. 4 bedrm home

$699,000

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OCEAN FRONT AT ITS BEST ! Panoramic ocean view High quality construction(2006) excellent condition Clear views over Georgia Strait , Denman and Hornby Islands Over 2000 sq. ft. of elegance and relaxation Full furniture pkge available. Best value in waterfront, period

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5.86 beautiful acres with lovely fence pasture area 2 large homes, mobile home and carriage home Includes a 20’ x 22’ shop with large storage area There is also a 16’ x 16’ detached garage Great investment property or for extended family

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RARE OPPORTUNITY HERE! UNIQUE PROPERTY! Over .50 acres of ocean front , commercial zoning Classic 3 bedroom home with basement in great condition 1000 sq. ft shop and garage Live, build a business or just relax and enjoy the spectacular waterfront setting • Many opportunities with this beautiful property w/fantastic location

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370 Rupert Road E, Qualicum Qualicum Estate on 2 Acres

$1,899,000

• Tuscan style rich in character • 6,500 sq.ft., 3 bdrms, 2 dens, 6 baths • Exquisite kitchen with 2 islands • Sophisticated with old-world charm • Custom built by Lyons & Noble

1170 Spider Lake, Qualicum Beach Spider Lake Estate – 10 acres

2145 Widgeon Road, Qualicum

365 Meadowview Place, Qualicum Beach

$1,890,000

30 Acres bordering Parksville

• Coastal mountain home, 5,726 sq.ft. • Breathtaking lake views, private beach • Timber frame, stone f/p, 3 levels • Incredible kitchen, 4 bdrms, 5 baths • Surrounded by privacy & nature

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Waterfront Acreage

$1,200,000

$829,000

• 1,752 sq.ft. west coast style home • Zoned for 2 homes with farm status • Includes a cottage & summer cabin • 3,600 sq.ft. green house, 5 acres • Walking trail to 320’ of beach

2,502 sq.ft. rancher plus barn Incredible opportunity, level lot Walk to town, perfect holding property Ideal for hay farming, horses, cattle Triple size garage, spectacular setting

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2408 Greenridge Cres., Fairwinds The Million Dollar View!

$629,000

• Stunning panoramic ocean, golf & mtn views • Deluxe townhome with full walk-out bsmt. • High end quality, travertine, douglas fir features • Gourmet style kitchen includes S/S appliances • 3 bdrms, 2 ½ baths, 2,863 sq. ft.

Lot A Spider Lake Road, Qualicum 10 acres on the Lake

5512 Deep Bay Drive, Deep Bay

$499,000

Southfacing Walk-On Waterfront • • • •

• Rare opportunity at a great price! • 186’ of sunny lake frontage • Breathtaking lake views, private beach • Beautifully treed, privacy • Only 15 minutes to Qualicum Beach

$499,000

Magnificent ocean, mountain and marina views 3,082 sq.ft., 3 bdrms., 2 baths, glass sunroom Includes boat ramp, floating dock & RV parking Ideal location for fishing & kayaking. Incredible price!

543 Hawthorne Rise, French Creek Deluxe Rancher - Spectacular Gardens

$459,000

• 3 bdrms, 2 fully renovated baths • Modern style kitchen w/appliances • Travertine, slate, hot tub, pond • Incredible gardens on .32 acre lot • Walk to Eaglecrest sandy beach

#32- 5251 Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach Timeless Beach House

$439,900

• Qualicum Landing – Beach House Community • 1,500 sq.ft., 3 bdrms plus den • Includes a fully equipped furniture package • Clubhouse, swimming pool, hot tub, fire pit • Resort style living – rental pool available

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3244 Melon Road, Qualicum

1097 Fair Road, Errington House on 2.4 Acres

$424,900

• Country living minutes to Parksville • Spacious home 2,430 sq.ft. • 4 bdrms, 3 baths, all new windows • Double size garage plus detached Quonset • Beautiful private backyard, fruit trees

Enchanting Acreage • Spacious 1,935 sq.ft. home • 5 bdrms, 2 baths, double garage • 2.58 acres, barn with paddocks & loft • Private and serene with pond • Very close to town

#6 – 500 Corfield Street, Parksville $369,500

• Luxury home loaded with upgrades • 2 bedrooms plus den area • Gourmet kitchen, granite, includes appliances • Private backyard patio • NO GST, in show home condition

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$379,000

Excellent 3 level home with large backyard 3 bdrms. plus den, 2 baths 2,130 sq.ft., large backyard Walk to town & ocean Perfect investment opportunity!

511 Seaward Way, Qualicum Golf Course Rancher

406 Warder Crescent, Qualicum Beach Rancher on ½ Acre

$358,000

• Deluxe open plan with views • 2 bdrms, 2 full baths • Many upgrades with newer kitchen • Newer roof, on crawl • Excellent location, walk to beach

$325,000+GST

150 W. Garden Road, Qualicum

$349,900

Rancher - Walk to town

• Spacious with 1,800 sq.ft. • 3 bdrms, 2 baths plus recreation area • Double size garage, RV parking • Newer roof & flooring, verhanda • Only minutes to Qualicum & golf course

• Modern down town features • 2 bdrms, 2 baths plus den • Incredible quality & value • Includes all new appliances • Excellent for retirement or 2nd home

$349,000

• Excellent location with peak ocean view • 2 bdrms, 2 full baths • Spectacular gardens with garden shed • Perfect retirement home! Won’t last!

116 Wallis Street, Parksville

$$324,500

Ocean View Home with inlaw suite

• 3 bdrms, 2 full baths • Many updates w/vinyl windows • Sunny & bright, RV parking • Roof 9 yrs. old, .24 acre lot • Show home condition!

#6-341 Blower Road, Parksville

$309,000

Newer Townhome

• Updated home with newer roof & windows • Additional accommodation on lower level • Beautiful gardens, 3 bdrms, 2 full baths • Workshop, potting shed, gardens • Includes 2 fridges, 2 stoves, washer & dryer

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$285,900

• 3 bedrooms 2 ½ baths & spacious loft • Master bedroom on main floor, quiet location • Designer kitchens, fi replace, fully fenced backyard • 1590 sq. ft., small pet allowed • 2, 5, 10 year warranty, close to all amenities

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2385 Granville Road, Fairwinds $179,000

The perfect lot with some ocean view Exclusive location amongst the finest homes Walk to the Fairwinds Recreational Center Rustic, extra wide lot, beautifully treed Close to golf course & marina & park Come work, play and live!

#1-575 Arbutus St, Qualicum Beach Affordable Retirement Living

$375,500

• Incredible value here! Modern design • 3 bdrms, 2 ½ baths, only 6 yrs. old • Breathtaking panoramic mtn. views • Entry level with walk-out bsmt. • Professionally landscaped with hot tub

6.32 Acres At Spider Lake Lakefront Acreage

$329,000

• Rare opportunity for this 6.32 acre lot • Build your dream home, 15 min. to town • Serene setting, loads of privacy • Fronts onto beautiful Spider Lake • Room for the detached shop & RV

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833 Sanderson Road, Parksville Immaculate Rancher!

1861 Martini Way, Qualicum North Deluxe Home on 1.31 Acres

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#201 & #202 – 691 Beach Road, Qualicum

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Ocean view in Qualicum Beach

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Patio Home – PRIVATE backyard

Fairwinds Lot - .65 Acre

$386,500

• Spacious 2 level home, 6 yrs. old • 5 bdrms, 3 baths plus den • Two separate legal suites • Fully fenced backyard, cul-de-sac • Close to schools & university

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2 New Qualicum Condo’s

147 Sunningdale W Rd, Qualicum

1103 Silver Mountain Rd S, Nanaimo House with Legal Suite

$415,000

.43 Acre Lot with Ocean Views

• Excellent opportunity to own your home • 2 bdrms, 1 bath. many upgrades • Newer furnace & appliances • Located at Millstream Haven Park • Low monthly fee of $100/month

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#4-172 W. 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach

1640 Country Road, Qualicum Beach

$130,000

$54,900

• Best price lot around! Attention builders! • In area of beautiful country homes • Located at Little Qualicum River Estates • Build your dream home • Excellent holding property as well

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$14.00/sq.ft.

• Highly visible location, lots of window space • Includes a bathroom, street parking • Excellent long term with option to renew

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376 Bass Avenue, Parksville Parksville Rancher

• One level, 3 bdrms, 2 baths • Updated kitchen & floors • Excellent location, walk to town • Private backyard, fully fenced • Garden sheds, great neighbors

$259,900

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1347 GILLEY CRESCENT

• over 1600 sq. ft. rancher, on crawlspace • 3 bed, 2 bath, family room, gas heat • private fenced yard, shed, covered patio

$339,000

kevin clayton

1373 GABRIOLA - CRAIG BAY • 2780 s.f. looking over green space, ocean glimpses • Maple cabinets, flooring, s/s appliances • 2-3 guest rooms plus rec room down Asking

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2993 DOLPHIN DRIVE

• great oceanview, cute 3 bed cottage • open beam vaulted ceiling, crawlspace • woodstove, close to beach, golf and marina

$270,000

kevin clayton

$459,000

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Carole Fulton

1988 SUNKING ROAD

• Over 2600 sq.ft. 3 bed/3 bath home • 2.47 acres, fenced yard • Updated and freshly painted • Oversize dble garage, detached shop

$629,900

$369,000

$649,900

• 4.71 OCEANVIEW acres with private high-bank trail access to 130 ‘worth-it’ feet of lovely PRIVATE BEACH • 1200sf 1 bdrm ADDN’L LIVING ACCOMMODATION • Plus 1100sf W-SHOP - loft & wshrm

$848,000

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18-1050 BOWLBY

$59,900

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1277 PINTAIL DRIVE

Eaglecrest estate on waterfront acreage Ocean views from floor to ceiling windows Ideal floor plan for entertaining Swimming pool, tennis court, beachfront pavilion

$995,000

Aaron Nicklen

1942 EAGLE RIDGE PLACE

Unobstructed ocean view rancher 3 beds, 3 baths, private location Path to beach on 0.52 of an acre Extensive updates, stainless appliance

$769,000

Aaron Nicklen

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1381 MARINA WAY

1,507 sqft., 2 beds, 1 bath home 80’ of convenient ocean frontage Year round sunshine, wood fireplace Views of ocean and Mt. Arrowsmith

$699,900

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555 VINE DRIVE

1,879 sqft., 3 beds, 2.5 baths & den Alderwood cupboards, electric fireplace Newer home, quiet street Central location, close to all amenities

$495,000

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Adrianne Meyer

$179,000

Tom Dodds

488 TEMPLE ST, PARKSVILLE

• New 1606 sq.ft rancher • Gourmet kitchen • Luxurious master ensuite • Quality finishing throughout

$439,900

120D-1155 RESORT DRIVE, TIGH NA MARA • Stunning views and easy beach access • Sleeps 4 - one bedroom plus Murphy wall-bed • 100% ownership with high rental demand

$136,900

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John Barnum

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1295 POINT MERCER DRIVE

Exquisite 2,800 sqft. timber frame home 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms Private walk on waterfront Quality finishes through out

$1,875,000

Ian Mackay

23-1700 ALBERNI

Cute 2 bed home on large lot Lots of updates Fenced for pets, carport Investors! Can be rented!

$55,000

Dale Rumming

2993 HIGGINSON

• walk on western exposure waterfront lot • 100 x 210, almost level, easy to build on • gorgeous location, build your dream here

$625,000

kevin clayton

1670 NAHMINT

• Almost 3 acres of privacy & trees • Older 3 bed/2 bath mobile/poured slab • Septic approx 6 yrs old, underground wiring

$199,900

Dale Rumming

9-1050 BOWLBY ROAD

13-1401 PRICE ROAD

• 2 bed, 2 bath • Landmark 2008 modular • Lots of extras, clean and tidy

• 55+ Island Park Estate • Natural gas 3 sided fireplace • Extremely private, with lots of decks • Well run park, low pad fees

$92,900

$94,900

Dale Rumming

#1-1247 ARBUTUS RD

• Open concept, 1056 sq. ft. • Extremely private back yard & deck • Carport, additional parking • Close to shopping & ocean. Pets ok, +55 park

$119,900

Dale Rumming

17-310 PYM ST, PARKSVILLE • Nicely updated Chelsea Court patio home • Immaculately maintained grounds • Central to shopping and all services

$230,000

Gary Neufeld

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852 EDGEWARE AVENUE

Immaculate 1,442 sqft. home 3 beds, 2 baths, recent upgrades Jacuzzi tub, alarm system Attached double garage

$324,900

Ian Mackay

305-194 BEACHSIDE DRIVE, PKS

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FULL ownership at The Residence at the Beach Club Live in year round or rent out. Complex has own pool/sauna/hot tub/exercise room Located at beach area (board walk), conveniently located to downtown

$235,000

Lillian Jewer

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871 MIDDLEGATE ROAD, PARKSVILLE Two homes on 5 acres 2186 sq ft 3 bedroom rancher 1275 sq ft 2 bedroom chalet Great horse property

$619,900

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WAKE UP TO THIS VIEW EVERY MORNING!

• 2002 Park Model in great condition with lots of upgrades. • FABULOUS WATERFRONT SITE with sunset, ocean, mountain, and estuary views to enjoy. • Great sunroom with panoramic view, and lovely patio furniture included. • 2094 expiry on Membership is a bonus for you and your family. • You have to check this one out, it is one of a kind

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Dale Rumming

• 2 bed, 1 bath • 1991 modular, separate dining area • Low maintenance yard, extremely well kept, fast possession possible

1940 MORELLO

• Exquisite home • 3 bedrooms, large family room • Extreme privacy, low maintenance • Close to golf, recreation, shopping

4055 ISLAND HIGHWAY W.

675 LOWRY’S PLACE

• Beautiful 3 yr old custom built home • Fabulous sundrenched 2.5 acre property • Great room concept, open & bright • Outdoor living with patio, kitchen

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1545 ARBUTUS DRIVE

Private 0.45 acre lot in Madrona 3,141 sqft., 5 beds, 4 baths Media room, private deck & hot tub Many updates including roof

$499,000

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MEDICINE 101

Getting to the point Traditional Chinese Medicine adds a valuable dimension to conventional western diagnosis

aphorically describe the health state as being that of a nice spring day……sunny and warm with a cool breeze on a background of birds singing, daisies and butterflies. cupuncture is a widely applicable When a patient chooses acupuncture as their and therapeutically diverse part of primary mode of treatment, I can select points many naturopathic practices. Acu- that are indicated based on their TCM diagnopuncture can be used to control sis. Moving the Qi energy to different areas in pain, moderate hormonal experi- the body through stimulation and sedation can ences, encourage weight loss, strengthen or- gently rebalance one’s system and make people gans, improve focus, enhance willpower, and feel better. myriad other functions all with thoughtfully Often, I use acupuncture as a first line treatplaced thin hair-like needles. ment for musculoskeletal injuries. As a naturoMore and more, people are stepping outside pathic physician, I have the luxury of being able of the box, so to speak, and seeking to combine the acupuncture with methods of pain management and other therapies. This usually prorecovery that involves non-drug vides a speedier recovery and more interventions, like acupuncture. significant relief. In naturopathic medical school, By Dr. Tara Macart For those who are afraid of neeI was pleased that Traditional dles, I would allay those fears with Chinese Medicine (TCM) was a gentle techniques and a relaxing atmandatory part of my training. At mosphere. Acupuncture is not supother schools acupuncture is conposed to hurt. The patient should sidered an elective. Today, I incorfeel something is happening but it porate TCM in the assessment of is more similar to a mosquito bite every patient. I believe it adds a feeling. I even use the term “acuvaluable dimension to my convenpuncture pins” because the neetional western diagnosis. dles are so fine. It is nothing like getting blood Assessing the tongue and the pulse contrib- drawn at the lab. ute to a TCM diagnosis. I do a quick sketch of Acupuncture is not only useful for treating what features stand out on the patient’s tongue health imbalances, but it is also good for preand then gather qualities of the pulse at six lo- venting them. I have a number of patients who cations on the wrist. This data is added to my have a maintenance program of monthly acugeneral observations, the medical history and puncture visits to help optimize their energy results of a western physical exam. flow. In TCM, health conditions are likened to the So, if you have always been wondering if acuweather. You could say if there is a lot of HEAT puncture is right for you, just give it a try. You disrupting the system, there is likely a lot of in- may be pleasantly surprised. It may be just the flammation and usually pain. To rebalance, right adjunct to your other pain management points would be selected that dissipate HEAT, or health strategies. Considering acupuncture or cool by tonifying Yin. When the body is has been around for over four thousand years, properly balanced in this regard, I would met- there might be something to it.

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Welcome the Tour de Rock Riders to Qualicum ~ Thursday, September 26th

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Community Breakfast in Parksville ~ Thursday, September 26th

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