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PARKSVILLE FINANCES
City’s in good shape
Work in community park saved goose-control money this summer AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
With operational costs still frozen at 2012 levels in the four lowest ranked service areas, Parksville’s finances are looking good and most budget areas are on, or below budget, says chief financial officer Lucky Butterworth. The CFO gave his annual update last week, now that some of the year’s numbers are starting to come through, he said, explaining some of the notable variances between the projected and actual expenditures so far. The RCMP has only used $1 million, or 43 per cent of its $2.4 million budget so far for example because the city hasn’t received the third quarter bill yet and the department is currently operating with 14.2 of its 16 FTE (full time equivalent) officers. The parks budget is well under because they are down some staff and the work on the Community Park sports field over the summer meant they saved on goose control, he said. Some areas are completely out of their control, Butterworth said See SOME AREAS, page A7
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The Society of Organized Services (SOS) says at least one local business has been contacted by an organization called SOS, asking for a cash donation, and telling that business owner that SOS was raising money for the publication of a drug prevention book for youth. “These calls are not from Society of Organized Services, and we never solicit cash donations by phone,” says SOS executive director Renate Sutherland. “The organization, Save Our Schools, is a legitimate business, but is not involved with SOS here in Parksville, in any way.” When the business owner was contacted, “SOS” appeared on their call display, with an Alberta phone number, and the caller addressed the business owner by his first name. The local SOS says calls made from its organization always appear as “Private Caller” in call displays, for security reasons. See ASK FOR, page A7 See MORE SOS COVERAGE, pages A5, A10
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stArtinG Point Council encouraged by expansion plans AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
The overhang on the Bodywork’s Fitness building is a good place for people to shelter from the rain as they wait for rides and conforms with other buildings their block of Morrison Avenue, owner Dale Nagra told Parksville’s city council. Council agreed and unanimously asked staff to prepare an encroachment agreement with Nagra for the expansion project he plans to undertake. The renovation will add a second floor to the building, raising the overhang considerably and reducing it from 36 to 28 inches. “If a business is doing well enough in downtown Parksville that they need to double their space, I’m really excited about that,” said Coun. Carrie Powell-Davidson, summing up council’s support for the encroachment. Asked who would be responsible if the overhang ever fell, Parksville director of community planning said the agreement with the building owner would deal with that.
Clarification In a story on our Business page (A25) Oct. 15, readers may have been left with the wrong impression about what’s happening with the Hancock family, who own Video Showcase in Qualicum Beach. The family is closing the shop on Dec. 31 but are still open for business until then. When the store closes, the family plans a vacation to Thailand, after which Ann Hancock says she will return to the Mid-Island area to attend post secondary health-care classes.
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LIGHT-UP: A large crowd gathered in front of the Community Hall in Qualicum Beach Thursday evening to watch the annual Christmas tree light up, kicking off Moonlight Madness. There were big deals to be found throughout the town at the Qualicum Beach Downtown Business Association-hosted event. Above, Town Crier Len Mustard made the official Christmas Tree lightup announcement.
STRATEGIC PLANNING IN PARKSVILLE
Fire dept. looks forward Well-trained volunteers getting paid jobs in bigger cities AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
The Parksville Volunteer Fire Department is always thinking about volunteer recruitment and retention, chief Doug Banks told council as he introduced a major review and update of their strategic plan. Conducted internally by department members, the plan will be used by staff and council to determine future needs with a focus on staffing, facilities, apparatus, health and safety and emergency preparedness. “I am a bit concerned about emergency preparation,” said mayor Chris Burger, “with 25 volunteers and nine emergency reception centres.” Banks pointed out they meet a high standard doing more than 6,000 hours of training so far
this year and they are working on succession planning in light of the older age of some of their key members. He also pointed to the tricky balance of having volunteers so well trained that they lose a few every year on average to paid departments in bigger cities. The report points to an issue with keeping up building inspections stating they did 349 of the required 650 checks in 2012 and suggesting they either need more staff, a relaxation of the city’s inspection requirements, or some combination of both. The report says the newly renovated firehall is ideally located and meets the departments current need and recommends reassessing every five years. It points to a long talked about idea of a second hall in the department’s training ground in the industrial park as useful in the event of a large-scale natural disaster, but that it is not in the works in the immediate future.
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WINTERFEST: The second Winterfest & Craft Fair filled the Parksville Community and Conference Centre on the weekend with everything from guitar pick zipper pulls to tutus, clothing, jewelry, aboriginal art, jams, ornaments, soaps, accessories and much more. There was also live entertainment and food. Above, Mimi Shewchuck of Bijoux Beads in Qualicum Beach shows her line of jewelry.
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Last Christmas, a kind stranger in our community donated a big, Tonka fire truck to a child he/she has likely never met. Perhaps it was one of the first toys to be dropped off at the annual Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive Breakfast; perhaps it was one of the last. It may have come from a family with many children, from a single person, or from a childless couple wanting to share Christmas with a child in the community. No one can tell who it came from, or what motivated them to give. But soon the truck was nestled in with hundreds of other toys at the SOS Toy Shop, amid the tinsel and the lights, waiting until it was chosen as a special gift for a little boy or a girl. That moment came in mid-December last year, when Stephanie and her husband came to the Toy Shop at Society of Organized Services for the first time. The couple had moved to the area from Yellowknife in 2007 because “we knew this was a great community to raise children, and we were ready to start a family,” says Stephanie. With savings in the bank, and a bucketful of optimism, she left her accounting job, and the couple moved here to start their new life. It wasn’t long before their first son Liam was born, followed three years later by their second son, Connor. While Stephanie stayed home with her boys, her husband kept working
at whatever job he could find, during one of the worse economic crunches the area has ever seen. Stephanie had been coming to SOS, attending various programs for young parents and toddlers since the boys were babies, but it wasn’t until Christmas 2012 that the young family accessed the SOS Caring for Kids at Christmas Program. “I didn’t want to at first,” Stephanie explains, holding back tears. “I was embarrassed, and it’s hard to think about people who need it more than we do. You go through all the feelings — it’s very hard.” Her husband is still working, but their savings are gone. And without any family in the area, Stephanie says the people at SOS have become like a family to them. “I can’t believe the community has put so much into this. I really don’t know what we would have done without them. When we left here (the SOS Toy Shop) last year, we had stuffed animals, a book for each of my sons and this amazing Tonka fire truck with all the bells and whistles. “It was such a warm feeling. I felt like Santa.” Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort is asking the community: “If your child was to receive one gift, what would it be?” and inviting everyone to their fifth annual Toy Drive Breakfast, Wednesday, Nov. 27 from 6:30 a.m.-10 a.m. Anyone who brings a new, unwrapped toy receives a free breakfast. They even have a drive-through drop off from 7:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. Although any gifts are gratefully appreciated, this year there is a strong need for gifts for youth ages 10-17. Who knows? Your gift might be the one gift that makes a parent feel like Santa this year.
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The Toy Drive Breakfast at Tigh-Na-Mara Resort in Parksville is scheduled for 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. tomorrow (Wednesday) and it’s a chance to ensure local children have something under the tree Christmas morning.
Another local business/SOS venture: Safe Cars for Kids When the wheel bearings went on Jane’s van last year, the single mom wasn’t sure what to do. The money she makes from her job at a local business is barely enough to cover the essentials for her and her two kids. Yet she needed her van to get to work, and for the everyday trips required by a
young family. “We have been coming to TIC-TAC and involved in the kids programs since my youngest was little, and I saw a poster up on the wall about the Safe Cars for Kids program. It was such a relief to have this taken care of. I’m not sure what I would have done,” she says.
The Safe Cars for Kids program is facilitated by Kerry’s Car and Truck Centre, and offers free safety-related car repairs for single parents who are working or attending school, or caregivers to a single parent’s children. “I was well impressed with the kindness shown by Kerry,” says Jane. “It’s
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Kerry Manton, owner of Kerry’s Car and Truck Centre wants to give the gift of safety to single parents through the Safe Cars for Kids program at SOS.
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“I was raised by a single mom, and there were three of us kids. My mom went to school part time and worked, and she wasn’t getting any help from anyone. Somehow, we were still able to play hockey and baseball, because she made it a priority to make that happen for us. “Also, I have been successful in business because of this community, and I decided I wanted to do something to give back . . . My goal is to allow parents to free up some of the money they would have to spend on car repairs, and instead do something for their kids. It might be a trip to Victoria to go to Beacon Hill Park, or maybe it’s just being able to have a Pizza night on Friday night.” For Jane, it’s just one of the programs she and her kids have been able to access at SOS. Most
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Some areas are completely out of their control, Butterworth said pointing to the fact that they have only spent eight per cent of their snow removal budget this year, but cautioning it would only take about three good snowfalls before New Years to eat that up.
With the budget on track the city expects to stick to the 2.5 per cent annual property tax increases laid out in the five year financial plan. The 2013-17 Financial Plan is on the city website at www.city.parksville.bc.ca under “Financial Reports” under Quick Links on the right.
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tia, diagnosis and how to deal with it both for the individual and caregivers and loved ones of people suffering with dementia. Sharp, a registered nurse who has tested over 500 people for memory loss, said the CD provides simple five-to-10-minute audio tracks that people can listen to at their convenience. The educational CD is one of may products on her website (www.memorynurse.ca) available to help people with dementia and memory loss. The free launch event this Friday, Nov. 29 from 2-3:30 p.m. will include a seminar, refreshments and door prizes, and entertainment by acoustic guitarist Thommas Michaud.
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Chickens are smarter than they look. That was one of the comments agreed on by local 4H members who were educating the public on how best to keep egg-laying hens at a workshop in Parksville on Thursday. A bylaw was passed earlier this year allowing residents within the city to keep up to four egg laying hens on properties over 1,000 sq.m (0.25 acre), around double the city’s average lot size. 4H members acted as the local experts, with information boards up they had made on egg collecting, feeding habits, care instructions, possible diseases and parasites and much more. Lana Harach from Dashwood was one of the experts. She has been raising chickens herself
for about seven years and with 4H for five years. She said raising chickens is an opportunity to learn about the animals and how important they are to the community. “They do a lot for us, we eat their meat and eggs, and if we raise them by hand they become good pets,” Harach said. She said chickens are smarter than most people think and they have their own personalities. 4H members Kiara Strijack and Hayley Sudlow echoed Harach’s thoughts. Parksville joined many municipalities across the province that currently allow backyard chickens. The bylaw is available on the city’s website at www.city.parksville.bc.ca (search “hens”) or at the planning department at 250-954-3061. Anyone wanting to keep hens is required to complete registration form. There is also an active Facebook page unrelated to the city called “Backyard Chickens in Parksville.”
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RCMP targeting tailgaters RCMP issued 47 violation tickets to drivers for following too closely during a targeted exercise at three locations in Parksville Qualicum Beach last week. On Tuesday, Nov. 19 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., members of Central Vancouver Island Traffic Services RCMP and Oceanside RCMP Municipal Traffic say they participated in an enforcement project targeting vehicles following other vehicles too closely. Three locations were utilized: Hwy 4 in Whiskey Creek, Highway 19A in French Creek and Hwy 19 outside Parksville. In total, police say 47 Violation Tickets were issued for Following Too
Closely. RCMP also say a further 15 Violation Tickets and warnings were issued for offences including speeding, driving without insurance, vehicle defects and failing to stop for a red light. Police say following too close is a frequent contributing factor in collisions, especially in the winter months when road conditions are less than optimal. Drivers are asked to remember that the minimum recommended distance between their vehicle and one in front of them is two seconds. In situations where inclement weather and/or higher speeds are involved, police say that should be extended to three or four. — NEWS Staff/RCMP
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urs is a giving community. We are proud to play our small part in all the efforts made by Parksville Qualicum Beach residents, organizations and businesses to help the less fortunate of our region. The best part? Most of these efforts are fun. There were about 40 horses and their riders on the streets of Parksville on Sunday taking part in the 16th annual Silver Spurs Toy Ride. The horses and their riders were decked out in Christmas garb, the weather was fantastic and the horses were on their best behaviour. This could have just been a fun event, but in true Parksville Qualicum Beach fashion, the Silver Spurs Riding Club ensures the event does more than that by making it a function that collects toys for children through the Society of Organized Services. More toys and cash will be raised for the less fortunate of our region Wednesday morning at the Toy Drive Breakfast at Tigh-Na-Mara. The resort, like so many other businesses in our region, takes giving back to the community seriously and this is a huge undertaking by Tigh-Na-Mara. Last year, more than 1,400 people sat down for a free breakfast at Tigh-Na-Mara after donating a toy to the SOS. There were more than 1,700 toys collected. We encourage residents to help beat those totals this year (the breakfast starts at 6:30 a.m. Wednesday). In a couple of weeks, the Bethlehem Walk returns to the holiday season calendar after a one-year hiatus. More than 10,000 people enjoyed the efforts of volunteers a couple of years ago who create a real-life, period-accurate village on the grounds of the Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church on Pym Street. There is no admission charge for this massive undertaking (Dec. 14-17) but people are asked to bring a non-perishable food item or cash donation for the Salvation Army. The Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church says this is their gift to the community. Quite a gift indeed. There are many more outstanding efforts underway in our region to help the less fortunate, too many to list in this space. We encourage all of our readers to give what they can — money, food, volunteer time. These efforts enrich us all and make us a community rather than a spot on a map. — Editorial by John Harding
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Strange ferrieS With managers who are paid outrageous salaries and bonuses, you would think BC Ferries would be a little bit more savvy as far as knowledge about their customer. Don’t they know that the motorhomes and RVs on the ferry are driven mostly by seniors? If 10 per cent of those decide not to take the ferry and go somewhere else, that alone would wipe out the profit they think they are going to make by letting seniors pay. But what would be the consequences for tourism on Vancouver Island? BC Ferries economics makes no sense. In any company, if you are operating at a loss, you cut cost. In BC Ferries case that should be: cut salaries, cut perks for employees, reduce overhead. The social and economic consequences for Vancouver Island and all islands on the coast will be enormous and it is about time that somebody in government sees the bigger picture and realizes that BC Ferries is not just a company to make money, but it is a lifeline for all people who live here. I think it is about time the B.C. government steps in and lets the inland ferries take up some of the shortage by having their users pay their fair share. Johanna RekeRs Parksville
more oncology Are residents of the North Island aware that the Vancouver Island Health Authority has sent our one and only Nanaimo-based oncologist to Victoria for four of the five work days? We now have the oncologist at the Nanaimo cancer clinic on Fridays only.
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I refer back to the VIHA press release of Feb. 13, 2012 regarding improved services for the North Island chemotherapy patients. Nanaimo had recruited a medical oncologist to join the two general practitioner oncology physicians. Is this the recruited oncologist that now spends four days a week in Victoria? Is this oncologist really expected to carry Victoria patient caseloads as well as over-seeing the North Island patients? How does sending our oncologist to Victoria better serve the North Island patients and their needs? I would like a response from VIHA and the B.C. Cancer Agency concerning my issues. VIHA constituents north of Ladysmith will be interested as well.
I attended the Remembrance Day service in Parksville on Nov. 11. I was very thrilled with those who organized this event this year. It was very honouring to our Creator, God and Father, also to our Lord Jesus Christ. The songs, the scripture readings and the prayers were all very honouring to Him. The Bible says: “Those who honour Me I will honour.” I believe we will receive God`s blessing on our city because of this service. Grateful thanks to all who participated to make it a wonderful memory to those of us attending. I would also like to express my grateful thanks to the wonderful lunch the Salvation Army put on for all who wanted to attend. You served us with joy and efficiency. What a great service to our community. shiRley Powell Parksville
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tions. The American Geophysical Union was meeting with their 24,000 earth and space scientists — a serious scientific gathering that doesn’t usually feature calls for mass political resistance. However, a young geophysicist studying the interactions in the complex systems of humanity commanded the attention of the majority of scientists with his study entitled “Dynamical Futility of Global Environmental Management versus the Possibilities for Sustainability via Direct Activism.” In other words, since our existing institutions have not acted on time to avoid environmental catastrophe, our best chance lay in civil disobedience — “environmental direct action, resistance taken from outside the dominant culture, as in protests, blockades and sabotage by indigenous peoples, workers, anarchists and other activist groups.” The fact is that the business-as-usual pursuit of profits and growth is destabilizing life on earth. The early signs are already unfolding before our eyes. An increasing number of people are responding accordingly: blockading fracking activity in New Brunswick and serious concerns about natural gas fracking in B.C.; interfering with Arctic drilling preparations in Russian waters (protesters remain in a Russian jail); taking tar sands operators to court for violating
Scientific literature on climate change has now gone full circle. Scientists began by working quietly studying ice cores in The Arctic; mountain-top removal in the coal fields of Appalachia, U.S.; acidification of the oceans; then announcing their results to the public. When they saw their message was not getting through to the authorities, they began taking out full-page ads and joining protest movements like James Hanson, formerly of NASA, who has now been arrested six times. Next, environmental literature began to reflect scientists’ disaffection with the authorities and were loosing hope that they might turn the situation around before certain feed-back-loops took the situation out of the our hands. One example of a feed-back-loop (which has already begun) is the release of highly damaging methane gas from the melting permafrost in the vast northern area of Canada and Siberia and the resulting heat causing further release of methane. The latest change in environmental literature comes after scientists have become convinced that there no longer remains hope of attaining environmental sanity through the existing institu-
ing they can’t stay in a cheap motel and eat at inexpensive eateries. And they should be made to work more than four years in order to get a pension. We also need to stop them from wasting money and a perfect example is this Stan Gauthier Oceanside Health Centre (OHC) and its Parksville urgent care centre that you either can’t get into or has a four-hour wait. The OHC also has meeting rooms with bigwhy blame screen televisions that are used once in the unions? a blue moon and a lab that doesn’t have I am not sure why we as the public enough room for people to sit and no blame the unions and their workers for privacy when you’re getting blood work high costs. done. We all think we work harder than the What should have been done is make other person and feel that it’s unfair that use of a facility that was already built union workers get a high rate, but what and only needed minor changes, then is not fair is that non-union workers they could have built another care facildon’t get the same benefits. ity which our area desperately needs. When elections and contracts are Anytime there is a project like that, up, the papers start printing articles on and it is over a certain amount of money, the high cost and how union workers we should vote, after all it is our money. make these outrages wages but they alWe all deserve a decent wage and ways seem to print the highest amounts, not have to spend all our money on just which is usually a supervisor position, the basic costs like outrageous hydro not the low guys that do the physical and cable. I think we all should look at work. the government and their wages, benWhat we need to do is stop some efits and wasteful ways and not blame government employees from getting at unions — they are there to give workers least four times what I make in a year as fair wages and benefits that we all dea union worker, and these outrageous serve. Shawnarae Ford benefits. Parksville There is also no reason when travel-
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Making good use of a harpoon and axe Hall has been into to the blues since he got a harmonica for Christmas at 13 LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
It would certainly be easier to hire a full band instead of doing it all themselves as a duo, but Shawn Hall and Matthew Rogers say they wouldn’t have it any other way. The two make up The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer, and they’re garnering attention around the country with their raw, captivating blues. “The idea was, lets get back to simpler music and see if we can strengthen ourselves as songwriters and be able to engage people just with two people,” said Hall, who lives in Nanaimo. The duo has recently been nominated as Entertainer of the Year for the Maple Blues Awards, Canada’s national blues awards program. Hall has also been nominated as Harmonica
Player of the Year. The band is playing at the Errington Hall this Saturday, Nov. 30 at 8 p.m. Hall grew up in the Toronto area and has spent the last decade in Vancouver. A year and a half ago he moved to Nanaimo. He said he’s been into the blues since he was about 13 or 14, around the time he got a harmonica for Christmas from his Grandma. Shortly after he started sneaking out to “greasy blues joints” in Toronto to watch great harmonica players perform. In high school he played the instrument in a band and played the big clubs and universities around town. In his 20s he decided to give the harp a rest for a while, he said. “I didn’t think I could cut it on harp,” he said. “I didn’t think it was enough to make a living on.” After going to school for audio recording and engineering, Hall decided to do a free jingle for a Jamaican pizza joint in East Vancouver and brought Rogers in to play the guitar. The jingle got radio play as Hall had intended, but that career idea
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A car will be raffled off at a fundraiser on December 1, the proceeds benefitting those affected by the recent typhoon in the Philippines. The event will take place at the Harris Oceanside GM dealer and also include live music, food, a silent auction with original artwork and more. “Hopefully some of those folks (in the Philippines) will
sleep a little bit better as a result of this,” said local musician Johnny Walther, who is organizing the event. His friend Christine Davies, who works at the car dealership, has been instrumental is bringing his idea to fruition, he said. Walther has been to the Philippines a number of times on vacation and said he feels badly for the people in the country who have been “hit hard” and don’t seem to be getting the help they need.
“Everyone in this world needs to help each other a little more,” he said. Walther is still working on the details of the event, but has secured local musicians Gerry Barnum, Norm Surrette and Pete Swann with Jamie Morgan to play in the showroom at the dealership. He will also perform himself and is working on some Filipino songs, he said. The fundraiser will run from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, De-
cember 1. Walther is looking for Filipinos to come to the event and either say a few words or perform. This could include a song, a poem, a dance or anything they wish, he said. Residents who would like to come out and support the event and enjoy the afternoon’s festivities are asked to bring a donation. The Red Cross will be represented at the event, and there is a list of much-needed items which
will be sent to the country. The list includes tarps, work equipment, hand tools, tents, hygiene items, dishes and cookware, toys, games and baby equipment like playpens and cribs. More information on this event will be coming up in Thursday edition of The NEWS. To perform or get more information on the list of supplies needed phone Johnny Walther at 250-586-5295 or e-mail: johnnyWal@shaw.ca.
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The World Parrot Refuge in Coombs got a $200 donation from Harris Oceanside GM. The Parksville car dealership held a fundraiser for the bird sanctuary November 9, which saw people get their photos with some of the parrots who live at the facility. Wendy Huntbatch the founder of the refuge said every little bit helps as they care for up to 1000 birds. The refuge recently won a $25,000 grant from Shell Canada after the charity got the most votes in an on-line campaign. Currently they are in a battle to win $100,000 from the Shell Fuelling Change contest. If enough people vote for the facility it will get a grant to help transform the acreage into a productive lavender farm and provide drainage to direct rainwater to a pond on the property. Visit Shell Fuelling Change online for details on how to vote in the contest. Ducks Unlimited Canada has been supporting wetland conservation on the East coast of Vancouver Island for 75 years thanks to some generous supporters in these parts. A fundraising gala at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre November 9 raised in excess of $50,000 according to local DUC director Wayne Pritchard who helped organize the event. Pete Redford was recognized at the event for his conservation work at the Marion Baker Hatchery on French Creek in Parksville. For the past 15 years Pete and his team have been managing the hatchery and thanks to their work, thousands of Coho and Chum salmon fry are released into the creek each year. Canadian music icon Colin James wowed a sold out crowd by playing an array of guitars and singing some of his best rock, blues and pop songs at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre November 18. Afterwards Colin did a meet and greet with his adoring fans including Becky Albanese. She got to chat with the star and get his autograph on a photo she has of her and the musician she posed with 20 years ago. Colin was impressed to learn that Becky named her son Colin Andrew Penzel after him. The Town of Qualicum Beach kicked off the Christmas season November 21 with the lighting of the Christmas tree at the Community Hall in conjunction with Moonlight Madness. The annual tradition included Santa Claus handing out candy canes to good little boys and girls as The Village Voices Choir sang Christmas songs. There was more excitement in the Village on November 23 for the first ever Qualicum Beach Art Walk which included 11 sites to visit throughout the town including the 33rd annual Christmas Art Faire at the Community Hall which had some outstanding artwork by local professional artisans. At The Old School House there was a Victorian Tea which featured a vintage fashion show with dresses from the 50’s and 60’s. The Wakoda Wellness Centre in Coombs held an open house November 23. With the spirit of giving in mind, they invited some local businesses to showcase their products and crafts. Jenn of Neveah Day Spa glammed up the ladies with complimentary make up applications and the centre’s practitioners offered specials deals during the day.
Harris Oceanside GM held a fundraiser for the World Parrot Refuge in Coombs November 9. Bird lovers Susan Watkins (left), Stephanie Martin and Wendy Huntbatch gave three year old Xander Derish of Duncan an opportunity to hold one of their feathered friends.
Ducks Unlimited Canada honoured Pete Redford (centre) November 9 at their annual fundraiser at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. David Mellor (left) along with Wayne Pritchard (right) from the Oceanside Chapter of DUC presented Pete with a Community Conservation Award at the gala.
Becky Albanese of Parksville was one of the many fans who lined up for a photo and an autograph from Canadian music legend Colin James after his sold out concert at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre November 18.
The Grinch was among some of the characters at the Christmas tree light up at the Qualicum Beach Community Hall November 21. While many kids on hand wanted nothing to do with the mean one from Whoville, three year Meagan Smith knew his heart was about to get bigger.
Karen Tetarenko, Barb Looper and Grethe Russell AKA the downstairs crew were some of the volunteers from the Qualicum Beach Museum who served tea and added to the charm of the Victorian Tea at The Old School House in Qualicum Beach November 23.
Yoga instructor Sarah Oliver (left), registered clinical counsellor Buffy Trupp, yoga teacher Jill Sawchuk, holistic health practitioner Halliday Walsh and bodywork practitioner Colleen Murray welcomed visitors to the Wakoda Wellness Centre in Coombs November 23 during an open house event that included pretty cakes from Mo’s Minis Bakery in Qualicum Beach.
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The harpoon gets its name from a line out of Kris Kristofferson’s song Bobby Mcgee — “I took my harpoon out of my dirty red bandana” — and the guitar is also known as an axe in the musical world. Hall said they love the name but thought of changing it a few years back as some people thought it was a bit much. But Hall said he likes it because “it’s not a fluffy hipster ironic name.” “A lot of bands that have these ridiculous ironic names
with nothing behind them, no Hall said the duo has a full weight behind it,” he said. band sound and they don’t do Hall is the lead singer and any looping. plays the harp “What you When you finally get your see is what you and foot perstride and people start cussion in the get,” he said. catching on to what you’re duo, while The band doing you have to answer has had a busy Rogers sings the call back up, plays year travelling SHAWn HALL both bass and to Australia to rhythm guitar represent the on one guitar, Canadian Indeand plays kick drum with his pendent Musician’s Association right foot and the snare drum and playing 17 festivals across the country, with one stop in the with his left foot.
United States. Even though that schedule was a bit gruelling it was worth it, Hall said. “When you finally get your stride and people start catching on to what you’re doing you have to answer the call,” he said. The duo is currently working on its fourth album and next year the two plan to tour Australia, and Europe. To duo needs online votes to win their categories in the Maple Blues Awards. Visit www.
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mapleblues.ca to cast a vote. Tickets for the show at the Errington Hall are $20, find them at Cranky Dog Music in Parksville, at the Errington Hall, and Heaven on Earth in Qualicum Beach. Tickets are $5 for 12 and under at the door, and those under five years of age are free. For more on the Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer and to watch videos and hear music samples visit: www.harpoonistaxemurderer.com.
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“I just pine for the past,” said Trozzo. “I wish we could go back in time with Christmas and it wouldn’t be so commercialized and I just like the really simple things like candy canes and an old classic movie.” Shoppers will also have the chance to win two rounds of golf at Eaglecrest during the event. Vendors include Taylor’s metals from Nanaimo, which makes vintage cutlery into jewelry, Old City Soapworks, Botanical Beads from Qualicum Beach selling vintage inspired jewelry, and Feathered Nest from Parksville which upcycles furniture. Trozzo will be selling her famous biscotti at the event, which is non-traditional and tweaked from an Italian Family Recipe, and her pizzelle, and old fashioned waffle cookie cooked in an iron. There will also be handmade vintage cards,
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Society gets $28G The Mid-Vancouver Island Habitat Enhancement Society (MVIHES) received $28,000 in funding through the B.C. government’s Community Gaming Grant program last week. MVIHES is dedicated to the conservation and restoration of habitat related to salmon, including watersheds, estuaries and shorelines, as well as connecting people to their landscape through partnerships focusing on field study, education and restoration, said a B.C. government news release. Of the $28,000 the organization is receiving, $9,400 will be going towards community engagement and $18,600 will go towards field work. — NEWS Staff/B.C. gov’t
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VICTORIAN TEA: Barb Looper, a volunteer at the Qualicum Beach Museum, dressed in a period costume for the role as a server for the annual Victorian Tea at The Old School House in Qualicum Beach on Saturday.
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The Qualicum Beach Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce appreciate the generous support of so many. We encourage you to support those who have supported the 22nd Annual Gala Auction. A+ Auto A & W Restaurant A Step Above Aaron Nicklen, Louise Roy & Ian MacKay, Coast Realty Group Accent Inns AGS Business Systems Inc. Alfred Heringa Contracting All Marine Sales & Service Arbutus Emporium Ltd Arrowsmith Golf and Country Club Arrowsmith Greenhouses Arrowsmith Moving & Storage Awarewolf Creative Bailey’s in the Village Bank of Montreal Barbara Day Sort - Barrister & Solicitor Bard & Banker Bard to Broadway - Summer Theatre Dave Bartram Bavaro Auto body Bayview Dental Bargain Bazaar BB Fabric Designs Beach Club Resort Bee U Organics Jan Bell-Irving Dawn Benson Bistro 694 Black and White Event Rentals Blackberry Creative Patricia Bloomfield Blue Grouse Vineyards BMO Nesbitt Burns, Anderson Wealth Advisory Group Body Sculptors Fitness Borealis Hair Bar ‘n Tanning 2 Bond Hugh Brenda Nicolls of Coast Realty Group Brent Johnson, CGA, Ltd Brigadoon Golf Course Brown-Eyed Susan’s Buena Vista by the Sea Eric Burt Joyce Butler Butterfly World Charlie Lockwood
Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites Chocolates Plus Chuck’s Automotive Coast Auto Service Coast Realty Group Coast Sportfish Coastal Colour Printing Coastal Community Credit Union Coastal Community Insurance Services Connect Hearing Courtyard Café Crown Mansion Cumbria Physiotherapy Curves for Women Deez Bar & Grill Deep Bay Marine Field Station Diane Kellas Dolly’s Home Hardware Dominion Lending Dr. Bryce D. Tremblay Dr. Clair Bigelow Dr. Francis LaCouvee Dr. Ian Smith, Chiropractor Dr. Rob Adam, Chiropractor Driving Miss Daisy Eaglecrest Golf Course Edward Jones Aria Salon Fairwinds Golf & Country Club Falcon Crest & Island Food Equipment Faye’s Gifts Fish Tales Café Footprints Security Group Framing Gallery French Creek Marine Pub French Creek Seafood Harbour Air Head over Wheels Cycle & Sport Hi-Way Power & Marine Hillier Water Gardens & Nurseries Horne Lake Caves Hot N Cool Yoga Club Island Radio Ian Lindsay & Associates Re/Max First Realty Independent Marine
Irish Times Pub, Island Exposures Gallery Jamie’s Whaling Station & Adventure Centre Joe Cunningham Ford Mercury Keeping Well with Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture Ken Dor Garden Centre and Florist Kingfisher Oceanside Resort & Spa Kiwi Cuts Koers & Associates Engineering Ltd. Kris Kringle Craft Market Lady’s Mantle Lefty’s Fresh Food Let’s Knit Life Support Assisted Living Longevity Wellness & Aesthetics Clinic Lorwal Golf & Turf Solutions Makin’ Waves Hair Studio Marion and Norm Watts Marquis Jewels Master Lawn Maintenance Maxine Genoe McGorman MacLean McIntosh, Norton, Williams Georgia McLean The McMillan family MCS Enterprises Mid- Isle Veterinary Hospital Mildred’s Memorabilia Antiques Milner Garden & Woodlands Mo’s Minis MONK Art Gallery & Studio Mount Arrowsmith Rhododendron Society Mt. Washington Alpine Resort Mulberry Bush Book Store Oceanside Clothing Nanaimo Harbour City Moving Nevaeh Day Spa Nile Creek Fly Shop NR Insurance Services Oceanside Travel Pacific Shores Pacific Western Brewing Company Pan Pacific Hotel, Vancouver
Paradise Fun Park Paradise Sea Shell Motel Parksville Heavy Equipment Ltd Parksville-Qualicum Beach News Patrick Nicholson DJ Services Pennyfarthing Pub Peter Kellas Petite Pizzazz Pharmasave Qualicum Beach #182 Pheasant Glen Golf Resort Powerhouse Fitness Club Ray and Ida Prefontaine Michael Proctor Qualicum Bay Resort Qualicum Beach Bakery Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce Qualicum Beach Florist Qualicum Beach Medicine Centre Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club Qualicum Physiotherapy Clinic Qualicum Beach Rotary Club Qualicum Toy Shop Quality Foods Quality Inn Resort Bayside Quest For Colour Raintree Studio & Gallery Raymond James Regional District of Nanaimo Recreation & Parks Re/Max Anchor Realty Re/Max First Realty Realtors ReThink ReStore Revived Vintage Rodway & Perry MacIsaac Group Royal British Columbia Museum Jack Ryvers Salish Sea Market Sanitech Seamark Restaurant Shady Rest Waterfront Restaurant & Pub Sims Associates Land Surveying Stewart’s on Harrison Storey Creek Golf Club Carl and Jeanette Stout
Sunset Lanes TD Merchant Services Ted Jolda Telus Thalassa Restaurant The Amazing Hair Studio The Gardens at Qualicum Beach The Shoe Inn The Source - Qualicum Beach The Winery in Coombs Thrifty Foods Tiger Lily Farms Tigh Na Mara Resort & Spa Tim Horton’s Town of Qualicum Beach Trail Appliances Vancouver Island Insurance Centres Vancouver Island Symphony Vancouver Island University Village Clothing Village Garage Vintage Bath Soap & Candle Vivien Sears of Re/Max First Realty Linda Watts Weather Wise What’s Cooking - The Store for Cooks Windsor Paint & Rentals Woodsgift Enterprises Debbie Wright Yesterday’s Child Antiques Dairy Queen Dr Neill Neill West Coast Wild Whites Butchart Gardens Shorewater Resort Butterfly World TD Merchant Services The Artists Who painted the lovely Mad Hatter Furniture Sharon Perrin Elena Travanut Sarah. Michaela and Sam David Elaine Thompson Kelly Ulrich Maire Watson Jane Willie Maggie Smith
We Cannot Forget Our Volunteers! It is said, “Those who can, do. Those who can do more, volunteer. “ We just want to take the time to heart fully thank all of the people who assisted in making Qualicum Beach Rotary/Chamber Gala 2013 a great success. Whether it was making sure the team was fed, setting tables before the event, and breaking things down after the event, or making sure our guests were welcomed, you did your jobs brilliantly! We could not have carried this celebration off without your dedication and hard work. You are too many to name, but you know who you are. Thank you again! Your hard work affects more than you realize.The Qualicum Beach Rotary/Chamber Gala 2013 Committee.
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Debra Kasprick recently displayed her jewelry (Affinity Stone Jewelry & Design) at a craft fair in Parksville. She’ll be one of the artists with work for sale at the Oceanside Village Resort Artists’ Gallery, running Dec. 1-24.
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New gallery opens this Sunday ‘We’ve got some big names in there’ — Dee Aguilar
A pilot project in Parksville is testing out the city’s artistic appetite at Christmas time with a new seasonal art gallery. It’s called Oceanside Village Artists’ Gallery, led by artist and tireless arts promoter, Dee Aguilar. “If it is supported by the community and does well then we’ll try to the project again next year,” said Aguilar, who organizes The Original Christmas Art Faire in Qualicum Beach, The Winter Art Walk, The Friday Night Artisan Market in the summertime and has run a number of other local arts events. The Oceanside Village Artists’ Gallery will be located in the boutique space at the Oceanside Village Resort on Resort Drive in Parksville. It will run from December 1 December 24
and feature about 30 well-known artists from around the area. “We’ve got some big names in there,” said Aguilar, adding that the work will be evolving and changing throughout the 24 days so every day will offer new treasures. Aguilar said it’s not easy surviving as an artist in today’s economy and locally artists are coming together for this project. “If we all work together then we can build together and that’s basically what this is about,” she said. Some of the artists at the gallery include Aguilar and her husband Larry Aguilar, Tsimshian Native Jewellery Artist Leanne Helin, Debra Kasprick of Affinity Stone Jewelry, painters Dan Gray, Patt Scrivener and Micheal Schutte, photographer Randy Hall and metal artists Jay Holbrook and Dave Kasprick (Red Cod Forge), among many other talented artists. The gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. beginning December 1.
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Born September 9, 1920 at Cowichan Station went home to be with her Lord and Saviour, November 9, 2013. She died peacefully at home surrounded by family. She was predeceased by her husband Allan, son, William, brothers Fred and Frank, sisters Helen and Olive. Doris will be missed by her children Dorothy Wray (Barry), Donald (Dina), Patricia Holm, Linda Elwood(Chris); 14 grandchildren, 12 great grand children, her sister Joan Kroeker and many nieces and nephews. Doris was known for her hospitality, her love of gardening and her helping hands. A service was held at the Errington War Memorial Hall November 14. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Samaritan’s Purse (Turn on the Tap Project) or Disaster Relief.
Charles Edward Seamone Charles died peacefully November 19, 2013, at the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, surrounded by his loving wife and children, after a long battle with diabetes, heart and liver disease. Charles was born in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, on January 24, 1939, to Archibald Seamone and Helen Seamone (Barry). During his youth, he began a life-long love of music, playing the piano and organ. Graduating in 1963 from McGill University with a degree in Architecture, Charles and his wife Rejane returned to Nova Scotia where he became partner, for 35 years, in the Halifax architectural firm of Davison, Seamone, Ricard, Adams (DSRA). Retiring in 1997, Charles and Rejane, moved to Qualicum Beach, Vancouver Island. They celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2012. On the island, Charles enjoyed many years of golf and new friendships. He joyfully taught and passed the love of golf to his four grandchildren. After moving to Nanoose Bay, Charles worked as church organist at St. Mary’s Anglican Church and St. Edmunds. Charles is survived by his immediate family: Rejane (Coulombe); children, Brian (Elizabeth) and Jennifer (Neil Hawkins); grandchildren: Andrew and Olivia in Denver, and Nathaniel and Claire in Calgary. He is also survived by two brothers, Douglas, Kentville, NS, and Loran, Whitby, ON; as well as by several nieces and nephews. Charles was predeceased by his parents and his brother Richard. The Seamone family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion for Charles through the last years of his life. A Celebration of Life service will be held for Charles on Saturday November 30th at 10:00 a.m., St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Nanoose Bay. A reception will follow at the church hall. Burial arrangement in Nova Scotia will be made at a future date. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada, Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Liver Foundation. First Memorial Funeral Services 250-754-8333
LISE (Lil) PERDA MUNSON July 9, 1920 – November 21, 2013 Our loving Mother passed away peacefully at Arrowsmith Lodge in Parksville on November 21, 2013. She will be deeply missed by family and friends in Terrace and on Vancouver Island. After raising her family in Terrace, Lil retired to Vancouver Island, living in Bowser, Qualicum Beach and Parksville. She was predeceased by her husband George and eldest son, Curtis. Lil leaves to mourn her passing: 7 children, 17 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren. Lil will be remembered for her kindness and gentle caring ways. Always welcoming, she loved to create a delicious meal for whom ever showed up for dinner. A favorite remembrance is our after dinner sing-a-longs and her wonderful sweet voice, leaving us with many fond memories. The family wishes to express their gratitude and thanks for the excellent care and friendship given to their Mother by the staff at Arrowsmith Lodge during her one year stay. A Memorial Service & Reception will be held at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Road in Parksville on Saturday, November 30th at 1:00 pm. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.
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August 1927 ~ November 2013 With sadness we announce the passing of Borge at the age of 86. Predeceased by wife, Esther (1986); survived by partner, Gloria; son, Robert (Michele); daughter, Diane (Mike); grandchildren: Doran, Nick, Meagan, and Kevin, as well as many extended family and friends. Borge was a hardworking man all his life, with a love for automobiles, hunting, fishing and family. Borge was liked by all who met him, and was always known for sharing an interesting story. His energy and personality will be missed by those of us that knew and loved him. A Private family gathering has been held. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Salvation Army in his name. Sands ~ Nanaimo (250)753-2032
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF BERYL ANNE HJORLEIFSON, DECEASED LATE OF PARKSVILLE, BC WHO DIED MAY 5, 2013 Creditors and all others having claims against the Estate of BERYL ANNE HJORLEIFSON, are hereby notified pursuant to s. 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims and any security held by them, should be sent to the Executor of the said Estate, c/o the Solicitor for the Estate at the address set out below, on or before the 15tht day of January, 2014, after which date the Executor will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. THOMAS & COMPANY Barristers, Solicitors & Notaries Public #6-162 W. Harrison Ave. P.O. Box 1779 PARKSVILLE, BC V9P 2H6 File No.: 13743 FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Frank Roy Lawson November 21st, 1947- November 21st, 2013 Frankie passed away peacefully in his sleep on his 66th birthday surrounded by his family and much love. He is survived by his life partner Patty; daughter, Marni (Steve and granddaughters Ava & Sofia); son, Michael; brothers, Mike (Carol & Nikki), Pat (Chris, Nikki, Lance, & Meg), and Tony (Marilyn). He is also predeceased by his brother John (Jackie) Edward Lawson (1960). Frank was born in High River, Alberta on November 21st, 1947, and was the eldest of 5 boys raised by Jake and Peggy Lawson (predeceased). He attended the University of Denver and had a varied career that included work in Ontario (Food Services), and Alberta (Oil Services). Frank relocated to BC with Patty to open the Curves for Women franchise in Qualicum Beach. He was an avid golfer and hockey player. The Lawson family would like to extend their utmost gratitude to Patty, Kelly, Holly, Dr. Most, Dr. Haslett, Dr. Rieger, Jean, Nurses Lisa and Jennifer, and all the other health care professionals that assisted Frank and our family throughout his journey. Frankie’s zany personality fueled his love for life and good times. To celebrate his life, his family will be holding a celebration at the Arrowsmith Golf Club in Qualicum Beach, British Columbia on Tuesday November 26th, 2013 from 1:00 to 6:00 pm. An additional informal celebration will be held in Calgary, Alberta in early December; details to follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider honouring Frank by making a donation in his memory to the 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.
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UNDER $100 UPRIGHT SCHWINN Exercise bike, $100. New roll-away cot, $100. Call (250)757-2325.
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ANGUS BEEF - naturally raised local hormone free beef. Farm sales, most cuts available, buy a pound or two or order by the side. Call in at Alder Mountain Farm, 3976 West Island Hwy, or call Don & Judy Alberg 250-752-2473
BRAND NEW MATTRESS! Queen Eurotop set for sale. $200 each. (250)713-9680
DINING SET with buffet and six chairs (2 captains) plus two leafs. Solid wood. Mediterranean style. Call 250-752-9548 or 250-248-7771 DINING SUITE- table, 6 chairs, solid fruit wood, 5 yrs old, 42’wx72’lx84’ extends to 96� 2 butterfly leafs, $700 obo. (250)947-9711. MOVING MUST Sell- Metal bar height dining room table (glass top) + 8 chairs, $400. good condition. Call (250)5863624 for info and viewing. QUEEN SIZE mattress & box spring with frame. Scandinavian design 8 yrs old. $300. Call 250-248-7911 SHERATON DINING chairs (5), $400; Piecrust coffee table, $150; Queen Anne bench, $150; 2 Occasional chairs, $150. (250)390-2805
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BUTTERFLY LEAF, solid wood, pedestal base, dining table (40� round to 58� oval w/leaf) plus 4 chairs. Light finish. Seats 6 comfortably at full length. $400 obo. Nanaimo, (250)591-8959
FUEL/FIREWOOD COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).
CHRISTMAS SOON come and see a good bargain; loveseat, 2 seater, skirted, high back, well upholstered, soft sage green $375 and much more. Call (250)586-8922.
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BLUE RECLINER, several lamps, TV (smaller, ideal for bdrm), small night table, downhill and cross country skis, downhill ski boots, reiki table. Call (250)752-8806. BRIDGESTONE BLIZZAK tires, 4, on rims 205/65R/15, nearly new, $75 each. Call 250-245-4780. (Ladysmith) BROWNING 2000 Semi-Auto Shot Gun. $550/obo. Arrowsmith Golf Membership. $4800 reg price selling for $3200/obo. Excellent Xmas Gifts. Call 250-240-0007 COMMODE, $50. Remote control bath seat, 2 yrs old, $500. Sectional couch with pullout bed and recliner, $300. L.R. cabinet, $30. Bed handrail, $40. 6 drawer dresser with mirror, $50. Back 5 motor seat massager with heat, $40. Upright vacuum cleaner, $40. 4-75R14 snow tires, $100. Call (250)724-2517.
DOUBLE ELECTRIC Bed, with remote control, headboard & mattress. Exc. cond. $1000. (250)751-7941, Nanaimo. ELECTRICAL GENERATOR: Homelite model, 2500watt. $250. (250)713-6653 Exquisite China/Glass & Crystal, 8 pce Punch Bowl Set,hand & elec.tools, Drapery Rods & Glide Rollers, African Animal Carvings,2 Briefcases,Elk,Deer Hides, pipes & tobacco, men’s jewelry, fireplace insert, 91 Explorer(parts),Toque’s,Saddle, Air compressor,Seed spreader, Ballantine Flavour Crisp Chicken Machine, Wine btls & filter pump,Childs 4pc kitchen playset, Walnuts,Squash & Garlic! 250-248-4495.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 29 ROYAL DOLTON Dolls, Ashley, Office Furniture ($2500),Robert Bateman Print, & Bev Doolittle Print, 64� Tall Floor Centurion Safe. Call 250-228-1362 2 YR. Old wing brocade swoop back couch - $325. Ultnamatic medical bed 4 yrs. old with 25yr. warranty, lifts head, massages-auto. - paid $5,200, selling for $2,200 obo (must sell). Smoke free home, all like new. 250-338-2166. STEEL BUILDING. “The big year end clear out!� 20x22 $4,259. 25x24 $4,684. 30x34 $6,895. 35x36 $9,190. 40x48 $12,526. 47x70 $17,200. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca
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AUSTRALIAN THEMED Christmas Light Display- 6 White Boomers, Emu, Platypus, Koala, Santa and sleigh, $500 obo. (250)756-6125.
COMOX INDEPENDENT/ supportive living. 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, full kitchen, downtown Stevenson Place. Immediate possession. 250-338-5563. misk5563@gmail.com NANAIMO WATERFRONT 2nd floor condo. 1500 sq.ft. LR/DR/2bdrms with view, den, gas FP, secure bldg. 2 underground parking spaces. Maintenance fee includes hot water/gas/landscaping. 1 pet OK. $339,900 (250)753-9123 QUALICUM BEACH 2bdrm, 1bath, 1010sq.ft. condo. living & dining room, kitchen, 1 balcony, elevator. Strata $258, elec. incl. $95,000. Qualicum Place. #206-130 Sunningdale Rd. E. 250-594-5755
VICTORIA 2 BDRM CONDO 1380 sq ft. Quiet 55+ bldg near Hillside Mall & Jubilee Hospital. No-step entry. $203,000. Call Claire 1-250858-6775.
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WHEELCHAIR, 17x15.5, new $175. Stanneh straight chair lift, $1000. Power lift chair, new, $650. (250)760-7009.
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PARKSVILLE: LUXURY all seasons cottage. Indoor pool, hottub. Fully furn, 3 bdrm, 2 bath beside Rathtrevor Beach. 250-334-9443, 250-792-0174
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29’ 5TH WHEEL on RV Pad in Qualicum. Close to ocean/river & nature trails.Incl.81 Datsun ZX, workshop/storage shed & fenced yard. Asking $25,500. incl 2 slide outs 250-240-0411. 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.
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MOBILE HOMES & PADS 2 BDRM mobile, nestled in the tree’s, 1000 sqft, 2 mins from Parksville. W/D, F/S, no dogs, no parties. Ref’s req’d. $700. Avail now. Call 250-951-9886.
BOWSER. 3-BDRM Mobile home on acreage in rural setting. Addition with deck & storage. N/S, N/P preferred. Avail Dec. 1st. $650./mo. Call (250)757-9540. COOMBS: 2 bdrm, bright newly reno’d. 5 appls, F/P, fenced yard. RV parking, pets neg. N/S. 10 min. to PV or QB. $850 + util. Ref req’d. Call 250-248-6584 EAGLE CREST- Qualicum, amazing ocean view, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath Rancher, lrg garage. $1300+ utils. Contact Virginia, vdevries@shaw.ca
PARKSVILLESPACIOUS “Windsor Court� 1 level strata patio home, totally updated, 2 bdrm, 2 bath end unit, within walking distance to dwntwn, beach, Oceanside Health Centre and other amenities. Drive by #7 454 Morison Ave or call (250)586-3624 for viewing. $237,900.
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HERE’S YOUR HOME BASED BUSINESS w/2.5 car garage & separate driveway in downtown Parksville. Includes fully remodelled 3 bdrm home with legal 1 bdrm suite ($750/mo) & great tenant who wants to stay. Garden & shed, small studio and exceptional landscaping, separate driveway can park RV’s etc. $359,900. (250) 954-0227.
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MOBILE 14X56 w/8x12 addition in well maintained 55+ Upper Lantzville park. Lrg bdrm, kitchen & living room. 2yr old roof, furnace & oil tank, kitch counters & appliances. 14-6820 Parklands Place. $48,500. (250)390-3200
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Take in some beautiful Christmas music at the Parksville and District Community Choir’s annual Christmas Concert, Songs of the Season. The show will highlight two major classical works: Gounod’s St. Cecilia Mass and a Bach Christmas Cantata, For Us a Child is Born. The program also includes a wide selection of shorter Christmas choral works that will appeal to everyone. The musical variety in the St. Cecilia Mass is wonderful, especially in the
lyric middle section’s rich solos for tenor, bass, and soprano. With a return to the first section, the Gloria ends with voices blazing. The choir is delighted to bring back three talented and experienced professional singers for this concert. Soprano Andrea Sicotte Rodall performs with many Island choirs and has sung with the Vancouver Island Opera and the Pacific Opera Victoria Chorus. This December she will be a featured soloist with the Malaspina Choir performance of the Messiah in Nanaimo. Tenor John Doughty, of Victoria, performs as a soloist for a number of musical organizations in the Victoria area. He also sings with the Hexa-
phone Vocal Ensemble, an a cappella sextet. Baritone Paul Boughen, also of Victoria, is equally at home on the concert stage, having appeared with local orchestras and choirs in oratorio and concert arias. He is a founding member of the Hexaphone Vocal Ensemble. Music director, Ann Barber, pianist Margaret Nelson and organist John Nelson add their special talents to bring a banquet of Songs of the Season which is at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, at Knox United Church in Parksville. All tickets $15, are available at Mulberry Bush Bookstores and the door. — Submitted by Kathy Larson
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Bosley’s Pet Food Plus in Parksville has been an enthusiastic supporter of many pet rescue organizations in the community, and while that charity work is ongoing, a recent project in Mexico has touched the heart of Sue Battle. Battle, who runs Bosley’s with her daughters Keri Smith and Brianne Carson, said she returned from Mexico Nov. 15 after spending some time at an animal rescue organization off the coast of Cancun. Isla Animals is a non-profit organization located on the island of Isla Mujeres. Founded 12 years ago by former Torontonian Alison Sawyer, the pet rescue has been working in the area to not only help animals in need, but educate pet owners about proper pet care. Battle said she brought Sawyer a suitcase full of leashes, collars and harnesses, as well as flea and tick shampoo. “I took down items for the local rescue because if animals need help it doesn’t matter where they are from,” said Battle. “There are some Canadians in Mexico doing amazing work” Battle said. “Alison is working with children showing them how to look after dogs and remove ticks. They need to be educated because no one has told them anything different.” Currently there is a severe outbreak of canine dis-
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Scoobert or Scooby Doo, Brianne Carson’s 11-weekold Harlequin great dane, and others got photos with Santa at Bosley’s Pet Food Plus in Parksville, generating $680 for two local pet rescue organizations.
temper on the island. It is the leading cause of infectious disease deaths in dogs worldwide, and all un-vaccinated dogs are at high risk. Once a dog is sick, there is no cure and the most humane thing to do is to put them down. Sawyer has been fundraising for a distemper vaccination clinic and hopes to raise enough money to treat 1,000 dogs. On her Facebook page she explains the cur-
rent crisis. “The government of Mexico initiated a campaign many years ago to wipe out rabies in Mexico because it affected people. Unfortunately, many people believe that the rabies vaccine is the only vaccination that their dogs need. They don’t know there is a separate vaccination for both parvo and distemper which kills so many dogs every year.” Battle who fundraises for seven different local rescue groups in her store said she doesn’t care about borders when it comes to animals in need. Colour Me Canine in Nanoose Bay is a grassroots effort to save unwanted dogs from high kill shelters of California, and find them loving “furever” homes on Vancouver Island, and Battle said it doesn’t matter where a dog comes from if it needs a home. She said their Photos with Santa fundraiser this year was an amazing success and raised $340 for Colour Me Canine and $340 for Catnap. “We had such a good time, we took photos of more than 120 animals. We want to thank Island Moments Photography for all their hard work and for taking over 1,000 photos of our amazing customers.” The folks at Colour Me Canine remind everyone that while their mission is to save as many dogs as they can, think long and hard before committing to a new pet. Dogs are forever, not for Christmas.
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RRSP options for those turning 71 this year Frank and Louise from Nanoose called me this week to discuss Frank’s RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan). Frank turns 71 early December, he knew he had to do something with his RRSP before the end of this year, but was not sure of his options. Converting his RRSP to a RRIF (Registered Retirement Income Fund) is his best choice, but there are options. 1) He can cash in his RRSP in a lump sum. This is usually a poor option since he will have to declare the total amount as income for 2013, and pay taxes on it. 2) Frank can purchase an annuity for a portion or all of the RRSP. I will discuss the pros and cons of this in a future article, but, in Frank’s case, this was not a good option. He would have to relinquish control of the funds forever, in return for
a guaranteed monthly sum. In Frank’s is younger, so he chose the option of bascase, he would be willing to accept a low- ing the payments on her age. This means er monthly payment, in return for Louise a lower percentage of total and a lower continuing to receive payminimum annual amount ments for the rest of her life. that has to be withdrawn. 3) Frank can convert I often recommend sethis RRSP to a RRIF. The asting payments for later in the by carol Plaisier sets are transferred ‘as is’ year, thus allowing the funds from one account to the to grow tax free for longer if other, with no tax implicaclients do not wish to suptions. Frank does not have plement their monthly cash to make a withdrawal until flow. In Frank’s case, I rec2014, and he has the choice ommended taking the annuof receiving monthly, quaral minimum in January 2014 terly, semi-annual or annuand transferring the funds to al payments. Frank has total his Tax Free Savings Account, control of his funds; he has to withdraw allowing the funds to grow tax free, and an annual minimum based on the bal- he will not have to pay taxes when he ance on Dec. 31, 2013 and a percentage does withdraw the funds. based on his age. In Frank’s case, Louise We discussed the importance of nam-
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ing Louise as a beneficiary so the assets can flow to her tax free in the event of Frank’s death. This was done for both the RRIF and the tax free account. We also discussed investment options; Frank and Louise do have existing TFSAs at their bank, but understood that the funds could only be invested in a ‘savings’ account. Frank and Louise feel that GIC interest at 2 - 2.5 per cent will not suit their needs; we chose a balanced portfolio of moderate risk, with corporate bonds and dividend paying blue chip stocks. — For more Carol Plaisier, CFP® Investment Advisor with HollisWealth, a division of Scotia Capital Inc. & Insurance. Plaisier can be reached in Parksville at 250-248-2399, or carol.plaisier@ holliswealth.com, www.carolplaisier.
“You have seen us before but not with our new name, HollisWealth.” Effective Nov. 1, 2013 DundeeWealth has become HollisWealth, a division of Scotiabank. Same location and people… “It’s business as usual.” Carol Plaisier
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For the first time ever, the Ballenas Whalers junior varsity football team will be playing in the provincial championship game. The JV Whalers are hoping to go down in the record books and win the Junior AA High School Football championships at B.C. Place Stadium on Saturday when they go up against GW Graham of Chilliwack at 10:30 a.m. The junior football team earned its chance to shine at B.C. Place with a 34-20 win over the Vernon Panthers in semi-final playoffs Nov. 20 at 8 Rinks Field in Burnaby. Head coach Jeremy Conn and the rest of the coaching staff said they couldn’t be more proud of the players who played top-notch football all season. Conn said winning the semi-final has proved his players are a force to be reckoned with and are one of the best groups in the province. “That was a really exciting game,” said Conn of the semi-final win. Several fans of the boys in blue made the trip to Burnaby to cheer and Conn agreed emotions were high that day, but when it was over the elation overcame everyone. “It’s a surreal feeling. There
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were tears of agony on their side and tears of joy on ours. It’s an awesome feeling knowing all of our hard work and commitment is paying off. This is the first time ever our junior team has gone to the championship, everyone is really proud of that.” Reflecting on the semi-final,
he said the Whalers were in tough as the Panthers scored on their opening drive running the ball well to take a 6-0 lead. “We had a big penalty on third and long that kept their drive going and then we had a few missed tackles,” said Conn. “They were fast and athletic and were able
to find the running lanes several times.” The Whalers responded, also running the ball well and then on a fake run quarterback Garrin McDonnell found Brendan Harstad up the middle for a 29yard touchdown pass. The Whalers missed the extra point so it was tied 6-6. The Whalers would score two more times on the ground as tailback Matt Price had touchdown runs of five and eight yards to give the Whalers a 20-6 lead. But before the half, Vernon responded and was again aided by a big penalty on third and long to make the score 20-14. With only 30 seconds remaining in the half, the Whalers drove down the field but were not able to complete a pass in the back of the end zone on the last play of the half. Ballenas got the ball to open the second half and marched it down the field behind the strong running of Price and fullback Austin Hunt. “We played really well on offense” said Conn. “They put almost everyone inside to stop our run but we still found a way. Our offensive line blocked really well and our backs were able to find the holes and break some tackles.” Price scored again on a sixyard touchdown run. However, in the fourth quarter, Vernon was able to score
again with a trick running back pass play that caught the Whalers secondary cheating up and a wide open receiver getting behind the Whalers for a big gain. On the goal line, the Whalers stopped Vernon three times but on the fourth try the Vernon QB was able to sneak the ball over the goal line to make the score 26-20. “We knew we had to keep the ball out of their hands and score one more time,” said Conn. “It was pretty exciting and we were able to march down the field while running out most of the clock.” On fourth down the Whalers gambled and were able to keep possession of the ball that led to a McDonnell one-yard QB sneak and the 34-20 lead after Price ran in a two-point convert. The Panthers had just over a minute left to play and saw their season come to an end when Harstad intercepted a pass up the sideline. Leading the rushers was Price who carried 27 times for 152 yards and three TDs. Hunt had 11 carries for 69 yards. McDonnell had seven for 37 yards and a TD. McDonnell completed four of eight passes for 85 yards, all to Harstad who had a TD, an interception, and led the team with 10 tackles on defense. See rare, page A43
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It was a big night for the SaveOn-Foods Oceanside Generals as they snapped their ninegame losing streak against the Westshore Wolves Saturday. Brodie Smith gave the Generals their third win of the season with his overtime goal. The Generals came hard out of the gate and took it to the Wolves all night as they looked strong in all facets of their game. Finding themselves short handed early in the first period, the Generals worked hard on the penalty kill and that was a sign of things to come for the rest of the night. “Our power play was really clicking and we kinda simplified
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General Evgeuni Makarski makes a save during Saturday night’s win over the Westshore Wolves.
what we were doing out there. I thought everyone was work-
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the penalty kill tonight. We’re starting to get a feel for who fits where on the power play and I can only see it getting better for us,” coach Dan Lemmon said of his team’s specialty units. The Generals had a huge game from Makarski and were sparked on offense from Nate Fitzpatrick, who notched two goals and a helper on the game winner in OT. Coach Lemmon had nothing but praise for Fitzpatrick. “He’s a dynamic player and he could be an all-star in this league and I think he showed that tonight. We’re looking forward to him being more consistent like he was for us here tonight.” See GeneralS, page A41
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Local darts results Bristle Bashers continue to dominate The league standings remain the same after this week’s matches. Legion 49 Bristle Bashers continue to set the pace as they “bashed” the Eagle Shooters at home by a margin of 26-7. Alan Paterson, Tedd Ducker, Ian Hall and Mike Driscoll all won five out of six starts, and Noella Ross added four wins from six games for the Bashers. Mike Bowen and Dale Simpson both won three out of five games for the visitors. The Straight Arrows also recorded a big win as they visited lastplaced Legion 76 Flyers and came away with a 25-8 victory. Lisa Clair, Louie Schaaf and Don Punter all won five out of six, while Sonja Twamley added four more wins from six starts. Joe Frykberg won three out of five games for the Flyers. Nov. 19 standings 1. Legion 49 Bristle Bashers 2. Cutting Edge Dragons 3. Oceanside Eagles 4. Straight Arrows 5. Short Sighted Crew 6. Legion 49 Arrows 7. Eagle Shooters 8. Legion 76 Flyers
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Fitzpatrick opened up the scoring when he let a wrist shot go from just inside the face-off dot and it beat Wolves goalie Tyrus Sleightholme top shelf on the glove side. Evgeuni Makarski was tested often in the first but stood his ground and helped the Generals carry the 1-0 lead into the second period. Westshore tied it up just three minutes into the second period, but the Generals took control of the game back and had some good chances with their play through the rest of the second period, out-shooting Westshore 15-9 in the frame. The Gens had back-to-back, five-on-three, power-play chances but weren’t able to capitalize on either of them. However, that didn’t slow them down heading into the
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There are four easy accesses to the long beach that stretches from the mouth of the estuary to Rathtrevor Park. Although lacking the breath of neighboring Parksville and Rathtrevor, in the summer when the tide is low there are expanses of sandy bars for children to run, dig, play and fly kites. From Shorewood Drive, the beach shelves and at low tide the water is deep enough to swim. At high tide the first two beach accesses off Mariner Way have more to offer with some foreshore comprising pebbles and sand bars with plenty of logs to sit on, or shelter between, while enjoying the daylong warmth of summer sun. In December when the air from the sea can have a distinctive chill, it is a fine place to walk or stroll at low tide; head north to the point by the Englishman River Art Gallery or south along the beach to Rathtrevor Park with its beaches and many woodland trails. Across the water there are views looking south to Cottam Point (Beachcomber) and Northwest Bay, Mistaken Island and the Ballenas archipelago. Across the Salish Sea, lies Texada and on a clear day, on the mainland, can be seen the distant peak of Mt. Jimmy. Be aware that privacy and seclusion are not a feature at San Pareil. It is a community with houses set back from the beach. Whilst not intrusive neither is it ‘wilderness’! On a chilly morning, across the road on San Malo Crescent, the Mud Flats gleamed winter colours of brown and silver in the wintry sun. There, sheltered from the breeze, it was pleasant to walk the winding trail alongside the estuary to the viewing platform. Alongside the trail there are occasional rustic benches for those who want to sit and watch nature’s panorama unfold beyond the watery flats, grassland and bushes to the stunning snowcaps of Mt. Arrowsmith. This day, with the tide midway, the water was occupied with hundreds of birds, their bills down, tails up, searching for their dinner, oblivious to human company! This area is a mecca for bird watchers with many species common to the area and, for keen ornithologists, always the opportunity to spot an occasional and sometimes rare visitor. Watch too for other wildlife such as river otters and water shrews. From early March to late April it is a prime location to view the migrating Brant
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Geese as they stop mid-flight between Mexico and their nesting grounds in the far north to feed on the herring spawn. By the Estuary: Beccy and Paul Robson were gazing across the flats at the teeming birds. Beccy explained ‘Paul and I have only recently landed here in Canada so we are just discovering all these amazing places.’ What might you see there in December? Common on the mud flats of the lagoon you may see Canada Geese, American Wigeon, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Bufflehead, Common Merganser, Great Blue Heron, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Black-bellied Plover, Killdeer, Dunlin, Mew Gull, Glaucous-winged Gull, Thayer’s Gull, Belted Kingfisher.
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Hunt also had seven tackles, Price had three and a QB sack, Jonah Hay had eight tackles and a fumble recovery, and Dryden St. Pierre had six tackles. Mitchell Moulson had three tackles and a sack while Frank Filko added a sack. Price, who seems unstoppable every time he takes a hand-off or a pitch from quarterback McDonnell and has helped carry the JVs to some of their greatest heights, has broken two old Whalers junior varsity records. But Conn said he doesn’t just have one superstar, he has an entire team filled with potential game breakers and admitted that going to the championship game is huge, but even better is winning it, so the team has been at work preparing for the big game. This is the first time Conn has taken a Ballenas team to the finals and he said you need a special group of players to go all the way and it doesn’t happen often. “I was with the juniors before when we went to the semi-finals and I have been with the seniors three times where we have been to the semis. But in my sixth season here at Ballenas this is my first year going to the finals. The last time I was in the B.C. finals was when I coached Barsby in 1999.” “I have also had referees tell me during the game how impressed they are by our team. Other coaches have said how impressed they have been in how our players will knock an opponent down to the ground during the play making a block and then help them up after the play. So we play tough physical football but it is also clean and sportsmanlike, which is something I am quite proud of.” “Several of our coaches have made this point to the team. The kids are pretty excited but I don’t think they will truly appreciate it until later on in life. It’s an awesome experience when you are watching a B.C. Lions game and you can say to the people you are with, ‘yeah I played football there too!’ But yeah they know they are the first ever junior team for the Whalers to get this far and our seniors have only done it twice and it’s been over 10 years since we have been there. Conn was asked what he will say to the players just before the whistle blows at B.C. Place. “Do your best, do your job, let the scoreboard take care of itself. You deserve to be here. That has been our message that coach Mike Seselja has been saying to them and it’s a really good one. It’s OK to be nervous, you should be, that means you care and want to do your best. That’s all we can ask from them. And the last thing is our team mantra, Finish Strong, Finish Together. Our kids have really bought into the Whaler Way and it’s paid off.” And while the senior Whalers lost in the first round of provincial playoffs, Conn said he is proud of how well they played in the regular season and can brag that three of his senior players have been selected as provincial all stars. “Yeah I am really proud of them. Brock Mould, Scott Childs and Coltin Laplante are provincial
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all-star selections for their positions. That puts us up there with the top teams. We have three and the number one team Barsby has four.” “All three players have worked really hard on and off the field to earn this and I know it’s a great accomplishment that could help them get a football scholarship as they are being seen as being part of the best players in our province. So
it’s pretty awesome that our junior team has the chance to prove they are the best football team in B.C. and that three of our seniors have been recognized as being the best football players in B.C.” Conn said he thinks all of these accomplishments show how being a part of Ballenas Whalers football is an awesome part of the high school experience in Parksville.
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