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An outbreak alert in a residential home in downtown Parksville saw five residents on quarantine and four staff members on sick leave. Vancouver Island Health Authority declared the alert in Stanford Place Care Campus Jan. 13. By Jan. 17 the alert was lifted. VIHA spokesperson Sarah Plank said all five of the affected resident’s symptoms have resolved. “Our lab results came back negative for influenza,” said Plank. “So the source of the outbreak was an influenza-like illness.” Though she maintains outbreaks are not uncommon this time of year, Plank still advises that “people avoid visiting” when outbreak alerts are active. She said depending on the severity, outbreak alerts tend to see sick patients isolated, social activities stalled and a more rigorous cleaning process implemented. Additionally, visitors and workers are asked to wear gowns, gloves and masks while in the facility. “We ask that people follow appropriate infection control measures when visiting,” she said. This year, health officials have been adamant that visitors either get a flu shot before visiting residential facilities, or wear face masks in an effort to decrease outbreaks like this one. “Outbreaks are going on at any given time,” said Plank. “Sometimes people bring them into our facilities unknowingly before they notice symptoms, which is why we always advise proper hygiene.” For more information on outbreaks in local residential care facilities visit http://www.viha.ca.

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ADDRESSING THE HAGGIS: Chieftain Jack Maclean watches Master of Ceremonies Malcom MacKenzie “Address the Haggis” during the 24th Annual Robert Burns Dinner at Qualicum Beach Legion Branch 76 on Saturday Night. Videos and photos of the event can be found on our facebook page: Facebook.com/PQBNews. The Parksville Legion has its Robbie Burns event planned for this Saturday night. Tickets are $25 — call 250-248-5633 for more information, and for more about Robbie Burns Night events in our region, see story page A21.

BREAK, ENTER AND THEFT IN COOMBS

ATM at closed business robbed Pub’s last night of operation Jan. 10, robbery happens four days later AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com

The Oceanside RCMP responded to a report of a break and enter, and theft at the Frontiersman Bar and Grill in Coombs overnight Jan. 14-15. The pub had recently been closed with the only information being a sign in the nearby liquor store window

stating they were closed until new owners took over in mid January. The NEWS could not reach the business for comment. Oceanside RCMP Cpl. Jesse Foreman said he didn’t have any information on whether the business was operational at the time, but the theft occurred between 9 p.m. Tuesday and 3 p.m. Wednesday.

An unknown number of suspects “broke into an ATM machine taking an undisclosed amount of cash. There was also damage to the pub’s cash register,” Foreman said. Anyone with information should contact Const. Moxey of the Oceanside RCMP at 250-248-6111, or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Residents have one more day to take part in an online survey on the current school district facility review. This is an opportunity to provide more feedback on the process and options the district is considering to deal with a $3.4 million budget deficit over the next five years, declining enrolment and a substantial under-utilization of schools. Meetings with the public have been going on since November. Responses received by Wednesday, January 22 at noon will be reviewed and considered in finalizing a draft report to be presented at the Forum at the Parksville Civic and Technology Centre at 7 p.m on Thursday, Jan. 23. Survey responses received by Thursday, January 23 at 3 p.m. will be presented to the trustees the board says it will use those responses to help in their decision making. The final report will be presented by superintendent of schools Rollie Koop at the same location during a regular board meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 28. That meeting starts at 7 p.m. While school trustees and district administration have not made final announcements about what schools, if any, will be closed starting in September, others like Parksville Mayor Chris Burger have said it’s “a fait acompli” and perhaps time to look at how the community can utilize the space created by any closures. To complete the survey go to www.sd69.bc.ca and find the link at the top of the page.

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The first hardcopy blueprint for a retirement home in Bowser was drafted last week. Though it’s rough, and likely the first of many drafts, it still marks a milestone for a small group of highly-committed individuals. “It’s a big step,” said Dick Stubbs, president of the Bowser Seniors’ Housing Society, a volunteer-based charitable organization determined to bring affordable senior housing to the heart of downtown Bowser. The blueprint comes after eight years of planning, two needs-assessment studies, public focus groups and plenty of internal meetings. “We’re in the preliminary stages of establishing a site plan, a 36-unit complex and possible phasing plan,” said Stubbs. In 2012, the Regional District of Nanaimo secured 10 acres of land behind the Bowser library for the housing plan. Stubbs said the idea is to develop about half of the land and the RDN will use the rest to benefit the community. As of right now, the blueprint sees four distinct buildings: two slated for independent living,

equipped with a full kitchen, bathroom, living room and bedroom; and two slated for assisted living, including a bedroom and bathroom — and meals would be provided. The accommodation buildings surround a central common area, which would be used for meals and other events. Stubbs estimates, with a combination of private funding and a large mortgage, a tenant would be able to rent a unit for somewhere between $1,800-$2,200/ month, comparable to $3,000 in many other communities. “Our goal is to be affordable for the demographics in our community,” said Stubbs. “We have to reduce the debt load to bring down the cost. We believe we can accomplish this by continuing to increase our equity position, securing favorable financing with government agencies, and creating partnerships with the businesses in our community.” However, the project is far from the finish line. In terms of finance, the society has been raising funds and awareness for the last 10 months. “We had an audacious goal of raising $200,000,” said fundraising chair Eileen Beedle. “And we’ve raised just shy of $18,000.” See NO FORM, page A7

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Palm Drive residents are in talks with the Town of Qualicum Beach regarding issues of maintenance in the Heritage Forest that have the potential for danger. Dead or dying trees and large branches hanging over the fence separating the forest from the residences could cause damage or injury, residents said in a recent letter to the town. The residents are asking for the town to better manage the forest. It doesn’t sound like those talks are going well. “The town has expressed its opinion and we don’t agree with it,” said Palm Drive resident Chris Lee. “It’s a very difficult issue for the town and we understand that. It’s a growing, live forest and it needs management from time to time and that management has not been forthcoming.” Lee said the residents of Palm Drive and all members of the heritage Forest Society “care

very deeply about it” and “as good neighbours, we maintain a watch over the Heritage Forest.” Lee also said developments of the past six months that have resulted in the so-called caretaker no longer living on the property also raises concerns. “That person will be missed, from a security standpoint,” he said. Lee also said residents are not unsympathetic to the town’s position and still want to work through these issues with town staff instead of involving town council. “We’re trying to work with the town, trying to understand their position and limitations and trying to get them to understand our needs,” said Lee. The town’s director of planning, Luke Sales, told The NEWS Palm Drive residents will have to do the work themselves. Sales said the town simply doesn’t have the resources to take care of branches and vegetation that hang over fences from town-owned property to private property. “They (Palm Drive residents) have requested the town come in and assist them with that,” said Sales. “It’s simply not a service we can provide to all residents. We are not going to be doing the work on their private property.”

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If you’re a senior living in Oceanside and have made a New Year’s resolution to make improvements in your life, the Society of Organized Services says it can help. Did you promise yourself you’d try something new this year? Did you vow to get those minor repairs made to the house, or to stay on top of your yard work? Maybe you are determined to get your income taxes all up to date, or to attend more social events. SOS Seniors Services staff say their department is the place to start. “We have a number of excellent seniors’ programs, starting with Seniors’ Connection, where we meet with individuals to determine their needs and connect them to appropriate resources,” said SOS Seniors Coordinator Dawn Barry. “Our Seniors are Talking group meets once a week, to socialize, share common concerns, and enjoy guest speakers on various subjects of interest. SOS provides free transportation to Seniors are Talking, and we also offer free drives to medical appointments and income tax preparation at no cost to low income individuals. And our

Meals on Wheels program provides nutritious meals, delivered to your door for just $7 each.” Barry said she can also help seniors fill out forms necessary to access government resources, such as pensions and other benefits. And for seniors who require the help to come to them, The Oceanside Better at Home Program assists seniors with simple day-to-day tasks, allowing them to stay in their home and maintain independence. “We provide a range of non-medical support services, from yard maintenance and minor repairs, to light housekeeping and friendly visiting,” said Oceanside Better at Home coordinator Jane Williams. “Some of our services are provided by volunteers, while others are provided by paid, screened contractors, with fees determined on a sliding scale, based on a persons’ ability to pay.” Williams also said that it sometimes takes courage to ask for help, and many of the Better at Home clients have at first been embarrassed to admit that they are lonely, for example, and just need a friendly visitor. But as anyone knows, following through on New Year’s resolutions usually takes courage and determination — and the pay-offs are well worth it. For more information on senior’s programs at SOS, call 250-248-2093, ext. 239. — SOS/NEWS Staff

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The co-housing project planned for Parksville has shifted to Qualicum Beach. “It was pretty funny as we started getting into it it turned out all my most dedicated people, doing the work for Parksville, were actually from Qualicum Beach,” said Gary Morrison, president

and founder of LiveWell Cohousing De- development with a lot more social and velopments. community involvement from the resThe Vancouver based idents, Morrison said company was moving they are now hoping to It was pretty funny as we ahead with plans for a fast-track two Qualicum started getting into it it project on a portion of Beach projects and the turned out all my most the empty lot beside the Parksville plan will slow dedicated people, doing Parksville community down as they look for the work for Parksville, centre, about to host a more interest. were actually from “Getting it Built” workLiveWell will host a Qualicum Beach Gary Morrison shop, when they realized meeting Jan. 26 to bemost of the dedicated gin the work of reviving people looking to build the old Valterra Village and live in the development would actu- eco-housing concept on 30 forested ally prefer to be in Qualicum Beach. acres on Laburnum Rd. in the southwest Described as a townhouse strata style corner of the city, and a separate more

urban project as close to downtown as possible. Morrison said the shift in communities will set back the six months work they have done by around four months, but in some ways they are ahead of the game in Qualicum Beach where they already have interested potential residents and some of the groundwork already laid by the original failed Valterra proposal. The next meeting is at the Qualicum Beach Community Hall from 1 p.m. — 4 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 26. For more information visit www.LiveWellcohousing.ca and www.valterravillage.ca.

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According to Stubbs, the project, in its entirety, will cost approximately $4 million. Fundraising locally is a way for the society to gauge community support and raise equity. Admitting the goal was a little “ambitious,” secretary treasurer Carol Cannon said the society is now looking to public sources for money. “We’d love to fund it privately, but we’re just not going to find that kind of capital in our community,” said Cannon, adding that the society has begun building relations with the provincial and federal government in an effort to

move the project forward. who have had to move from our comCurrently, there is no form of seniors munity because the amenities weren’t housing in Bowser—the there. We now have closest independent We want to give people the a site within our villiving option would be opportunity to stay in their lage core with a groown community where in Qualicum Bay, five cery store, library, the their friends are, where kilometres away. legion, a coffee shop, “We want to give they have been for the past post office and other 20, 30, even 40 years people the opportunibusinesses, all within ty to stay in their own walking distance. We dicK stuBBs community where their would hope that the friends are, where they medical amenities will have been for the past follow.” twenty, thirty, even forty years,” said The society’s third major community Stubbs. “We all know a lot of people fundraiser will be held on Feb 1 at the

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What has been billed as the premier health fair in the mid-Island region will be a two-day event this year. Organizers of the Oceanside Family Health and Wellness Fair said they made the decision last year when extra seminars on the Sunday were well attended. The popular health fair will take over the Parksville Community and Conference Centre April 5 and 6 with the hall full of healers, caregivers, volunteers, support organizations, service groups, foodies, and local businesses that provide products and services for health and wellness. Steering committee chair Lisa Leger said the two-day format will allow for more of the high quality seminars that people have come to expect, featuring sessions with local doctors, health educators and practitioners offering a wealth of knowledge about various healing arts. Admission is free of charge. The Health and Wellness Fair is organized by a volunteer steering committee from the Oceanside Community Partners Team. Hopeful exhibitors and presenters should visit www.oceansidehealthfair.ca for details. — Submitted by Lisa Leger, Health and Wellness Fair steering committee chair

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OUR 2013 ACCOMPLISHMENTS Some of the City’s many projects and accomplishments are listed here. We think it’s been a great year. Starting with infrastructure related improvements:

• Bylaw adjudication process introduced in January.

• Highway 19A between Moilliet Street and Rushton Lane updated with traffic lights at Bay, hydro and telephone undergrounding, sidewalks, bike lanes, streetlights and upgraded signals at Moilliet.

• Adoption of the updated Official Community Plan.

• With federal assistance, the Community Park sports field received significant rehabilitation. • Thanks to the Parksville Lions, residents now enjoy the outdoor fitness gym in the Community Park. • Installation of electric vehicle charging stations at PCTC and in the Community Park. • An aluminum staircase replaced a difficult trail to the beach at the north end of Sunray Road. • Interim safety improvements for pedestrians and cyclists with filling of the ditch and widening of the shoulder on the north side of Despard between Craig and Alberni. • As a joint project between the community and the City, a labyrinth was installed at the north end of the waterfront walkway in the Community Park. • We received public input at two information sessions held to review the proposed upgrade of the Temple Street corridor, scheduled for construction in 2014.

• Council approved a non-traditional method to strategic planning with the adoption of a processoriented approach using the “three pillars of sustainability”. • Inter-community business licence came into effect January 1 with twelve participating municipalities from central Vancouver Island. • Global BC broadcast the 6 pm news from the Community Park in September with amazing turnout by residents and positive feedback for Parksville. • Excellent turnout at the town hall Council meeting in October held at the McMillan Arts Centre provided a less formal opportunity for residents to discuss topics. • Parksville eNews was introduced in September; municipal news delivered directly to email inboxes. And, our region is now home to the Oceanside Health Centre, operated by Island Health and located at 489 Alberni Highway. With phased-in services, the facility became fully operational on September 30 with the opening of primary care as well as urgent care services.

• Ballenas Civics Action Group and neighbourhood volunteers were instrumental in the refurbishment of Nicholls Park on Pym Street. Trees will be planted in 2014. • Parksville Fire Department updated their strategic plan and the food and toy drive set new records. A new fire engine was ordered, to be delivered in May. • Englishman River Water Service engaged CH2M HILL to provide engineering services for the design of a new water intake, treatment plant and supply mains.

City Services

Water Main Flushing

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The City’s annual water main flushing program will run from February 17 to March 28, 7 am to 3.30 pm, week days. Residents should expect some discolouration of water and intermittent drops in water pressure. During flushing, residents are encouraged to keep a fresh supply of drinking water and to check for discolouration of water before doing laundry. If water is discoloured, run an outside tap (after 3.30 pm) until the water runs clear.

Business Owners - 2014 business licence renewal notices were mailed to existing businesses in early January and are due by January 31. Payment may be mailed or paid in person at City Hall. Bylaw 1483 requires that all businesses must obtain a valid licence if carrying on business in the City. Information about the new inter-community business licence is available on the City’s website under the Business tab.

Subject to the provisions of the City’s Grant-in-Aid applications policy, the City may provide financial assistance to community groups and organizations for events that benefit our citizens and visitors. Community non-profit organizations in the arts, cultural, recreational or social services fields are eligible applicants. Deadline is 4 pm, February 28. Information on this program, the policy, application and instructions may be obtained at City Hall or from the website [Mayor and Council/Grant-in-Aid Applications].

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Work has started on new sewer and drainage master plans. Master plans assess the impact of future growth on sewer and drainage networks and provide working models of existing networks to assist staff and engineering consultants in tasks related to land development, capital works projects and maintenance. The consultant chosen is Koers & Associates Engineering Ltd and expertise on climate change impacts will be provided by Kerr Wood Leidal Consulting Engineers. The plans will also assess the impact of climate change on infrastructure and assess the impact of storm water on environmentally sensitive areas such as coastal areas and the Englishman River and estuary. Consideration will be given to the best available scientific information with respect to climate change and the potential implications for municipal infrastructure, and to manage storm water and look at methods of improving the quality of storm water prior to discharge. The budget for both master plans is $299,224 with completion in March 2015. The sewer master plan was last updated in 1996 and the drainage master plan in 1998. With the recently updated Official Community Plan, it is timely for the City to have new master plans.

City Dates January 23 January 30 February 3 February 6 February 10 February 13 February 13 February 17 February 20 February 20

And a few other items of note:

Spring Grant-in-Aid Applications

New Master Plans Underway

Dog Owners - All dogs in the City must be licenced and wearing a tag. If you have not received a notice and you currently own a dog older than six months, you are required to obtain a licence and dog tag. For more information 250 248-6144. Annual dog licences, valid for the calendar year, are due by January 31. Dog tags may be purchased in person at City Hall. Licence fees are as follows: • By January 31 - spayed/neutered $20, not spayed/neutered $30. • After January 31 – spayed/neutered $25, not spayed/neutered $35.

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How to Reach Council MAYOR Chris Burger .......................................................... 250 954-4661 COUNCILLORS Al Greir.............................................................250 248-1285 Marc Lefebvre .................................................250 248-2292 Peter Morrison .................................................250 240-4050 Bill Neufeld ......................................................250 954-2063 Sue Powell.......................................................250 951-1082 Carrie Powell-Davidson ...................................250 954-3758 citycouncil@parksville.ca City Hall, 100 Jensen Avenue East P O Box 1390, Parksville V9P 2H3 Facebook: facebook.com/cityparksville Twitter: twitter.com/city_parksville Pinterest: pinterest.com/cityparksville It’s Your City is published in the PQB News on the second Tuesday of the month with a copy on the City’s website. We are committed to improving communications with our residents and you can help by providing your comments and suggestions to 250 954-3073 or communications@parksville.ca.

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Grizzly hunt?

hy does B.C. need a grizzly bear hunt? We understand the value of guides and outfitters to local economies, and we are not opposed to hunting per se, but we just don’t understand why someone would want to shoot and kill a grizzly bear. The B.C. government is currently looking at allowing a grizzly bear hunt in two areas of the province it’s not permitted currently, the Kootenays and the Cariboo. (Historically there has never been an established population of grizzlies on Vancouver Island, but there have been more and more sightings in recent years as these industrious, athletic bears island hop from the mainland and reach our island.) We understand the hunt for deer and elk. Those who eat meat can’t really, in good conscience, speak against hunting while they enjoy a steak off the barbecue. And First Nations will follow their hunting traditions, which we should not interfere with, seeing as they go back hundreds and thousands of years before any of us immigrants arrived. But who eats bear? And a grizzly? Our first thought of any bear hunt take us to gall bladders and their supposed, ahem, medicinal qualities. Bears slaughtered and left to rot just for an internal organ or two, or some paws. Not a high point in human activity, to be sure. Our second thought turns to those from outside our country who pay exorbitant fees to shoot a B.C. grizzly so they can display it in their den at home in California or England. Seriously, is this still 1850? Like most issues in B.C., the grizzly hunt has a polarizing effect. Groups parade their own science and economic indicators to support their side of the debate. It’s important to not just heed the words of those who shout the loudest. At least one group against the hunt is saying live grizzly bears viewed in their natural habitat are a better tourist draw and better potential economic boost than that provided by those who come here and spend thousands to kill them. Quantifying future economic benefits is akin to nailing Jello to a wall, but we have to say we like the sound of that argument. — Editorial by John Harding

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Letters stoP the bullies Bullying is an ugly word and despicable act. Canada has introduced a new cyber bullying law but my just-turned-six grand daughter experienced the old fashioned kind over the Christmas holidays during a five-day course. In B.C. we are fortunate to have stringent requirements to protect us in the food and beverage sector where “Food Safe” and “Serve It Right” courses are mandatory for preparation and serving public and institutional meals and alcoholic drinks. Not so with bullying. Last I looked, a school in Port Hardy is the only one on the Island to be registered with the StopaBully. ca program established in 2009 without cost to schools who care to enroll. For parents and teachers there is a fourhour, online “Beyond the Hurt” program offered by the Red Cross (redcross.ca/BullyPreventionOnline) which addresses violence, bullying and abuse prevention. The RCMP also have presentations for schools. But what about courses, workshops or camps offered for children? I am adamant that those individuals, companies or government recreation departments be trained in preventing bullying as well as how to deal with it, both for the ‘victim’ and the perpetrator. Many of us have experienced aggressors in our midst, perhaps even suffering verbal abuse and physical assaults, threats of and actual confinement or illegal restraint as children or adults. Of course many threats are cleverly disguised as jokes, teasing or the famous “just kidding” when confronted, but by then the psychological damage could have occurred, innocence lost, sometimes resulting in un-

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usual, unexplainable ‘acting out’ behaviour after the damage is done. It always seems that it is the younger, shy or smaller children who are the targets and are wounded, suffering a loss to their self esteem or embarking on a fear based childhood, not being able to trust nor ask for help due to that fear or shame. Somehow our community must protect one another and teach the tools to deal with bullying before a bully escalates their behaviour or another person, young or old, gets hurt and suffers in silence or worse. I am writing all this because my beautiful grand daughter was debriefed at home and reassured that it wouldn’t happen again if she went in the next day. gOrd BYErS Parksville

taKe DowN sigNs Sign, sign, everywhere a sign. I live on Wembley Road where apparently anyone with a sandwich board or a hammer and nail can put up a sign. Some have gone as far as to chain their signs to a public utility pole. On Saturday, I counted no less than 12 sandwich boards all pertaining to the same development. I believe there are bylaws to cover this problem, but the consensus seems to be: ‘why take them down, they’ll only come back’. Yes that’s true, if you only remove them once a year. If these signs come down as fast as they go up the problem will diminish substantially. I’m sure the local road-maintenance contractor drives down this road at least once a day. It would take mere minutes to remove violating signs.

PRoViNCial:

oRDeR oF b.C. The Order of British Columbia offers British Columbians a golden opportunity to take part in the public recognition of individuals who demonstrate outstanding achievement, excellence and distinction in their particular fields of endeavour. Nominations are now being received for the 2014 Order of British Columbia. If you know anyone in this community who has truly led by example, I encourage you to nominate them for the Order of British Columbia. Nominations must be received by the first Friday in March for this year. Nominations received after this will be included in the selection process next year. An independent advisory council, chaired by the chief justice of B.C. will consider nominations. Since 1990, 345 British Columbians from all walks of life and many regions of the province have received the Order of British Columbia, the province’s highest award, including acclaimed Parksville artist Takao Tanabe and Nanaimo’s Ross Charles Purse, an advocate for the visually impaired. Nomination forms are available from the Honours and Awards Secretariat in Victoria, 250-387-1616 or www.orderofbc.gov.bc.ca. Here is your opportunity to participate in the appointment of deserving British Columbians to the Order of British Columbia. The process begins with a nomination. Thank you for making it happen.

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No, I don’t support No, I’m not much of any hunting of wild a hunter. Grizzlies are animals, leave them only for trophies, mayalone. We’re already be if they were using taking over their the meat. territory. MIchel MarShaNd roB WaIT Parksville Parksville

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The so-called sunny side of climate change Harper, Black and Trump amongst those who don’t believe in climate change

Victor Hugo once said: “All the forces in the world are not so powerful as an idea whose time has come.” Too true — but it’s also true that the stone wall of brute ignorance that new ideas have to overcome can be pretty high. Take the notion of climate change. More than 95 per cent of accredited scientists concur that it is, in fact, upon us. The United Nations acknowledges it. The World Bank bemoans it. The Pope does not dispute it. And then there’s Donald Trump. The bouffant buffoon from the Big Apple recently tweeted that he’d just flown in from New York and “It was freezing. This climate warming bull has got to stop.”

Ah, well. The Donald isn’t the only vites all kinds of creative thinking. tweedledum running around with his In Beijing the level of air pollution eyes clenched shut and his fingers has soared past anything we in North jammed in his ears (hello there, Stephen America can imagine tolerating. Flights Harper). Canada’s own gift have been grounded. Citito unintentional internazens have been warned not tional slapstick, Conrad to go outside. Black, is a pronounced What has the Chinese By Arthur Black skeptic, as is New Zealand government done about it? High Court Judge John Well, for one thing they’ve Priestley — sort of. issued a list of unexpected The judge recently rejectbenefits from air pollution. ed the appeal of an illegal Unity: the smog has immigrant from the pacifcaused the people to ‘find ic island nation of Kiribasolidarity’ in their comti. The immigrant claimed plaints. refugee status because of Democracy: air pollution climate change, arguing that rising sea affects the rich and the poor equally. levels make it too dangerous to return Education: the Chinese populace is to his island home. The judge ruled he being enlightened as to the unseen costs didn’t qualify because he wasn’t being of rapid growth. Not only that, but the directly persecuted. peoples’ “knowledge of meteorology, The prospect of climate change in- geography, physics and chemistry have

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progressed.” Humor: the Chinese are broadening their appreciation of wit and satire thanks to smog-related jokes. Security: the communist party official tabloid helpfully points out that “smog may affect peoples’ health and daily lives, but on the battlefield it can serve as a defensive advantage” by messing up the guidance systems of enemy missiles. Well, yes, there’s that alright. Perhaps that’s all we really need in North America — a little public relations campaign to make us feel better. I can see it now — a song and dance routine featuring Stephen Harper, Conrad Black and Donald Trump wearing straw boaters, linking arms and skipping across the stage singing: “Whenever I feel afraid, I hold my head erect; and whistle a happy tune, so no one will suspect.”

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chard and more in the winter, Campbell said. And kale, he added, is a super food that actually The Qualicum Beach Farmer’s Market is gets sweeter after it freezes. back in business every Saturday morning. “That can go in salads, cookies, muffins, The market is now being offered 11 months even kale smoothies,” he said, adding that of the year, which has increased beets could be added to rid We want people to try incrementally over previous the smoothie of its green and change their menu at hue. years and last year was offered home and get people and nine months of the year. At the Farmer’s Market kids used to what we can Vice president of the Farmpeople will also find coffee, grow seasonally er’s Market board Ron Camptea, baking, chicken, sauron campbell bell said the idea is to encourage sage, breads, pasta, eggs and farmers to grow year round and grains among other local this gives them an avenue to sell products. their goods, allowing the community access to The Qualicum Beach Farmer’s Market is fresh, local food all year. open from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. “We want people to try and change their It is located at the Community Hall on Vetmenu at home and get people and kids used to erans Way. what we can grow seasonally.” For more information on the Qualicum Local farmers can grow kale, arugula, beets, Beach Farmer’s Market visit www.qbfarmersbroccoli, carrots, corn, salad greens, swiss market.com. reporter@pqbnews.com

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5000 Welch’s Cocktail 341ml

2500 McCain Potato Patties 1.3kg

3500

Pacific

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12x370ml

30’s

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Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet Gel 6’s

3500

Coffee K-Cups

99 Works Out To 25 each

Astro

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12x100gr

1.68kg

Yogourt

Eggo Waffles

Tropicana

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Scrubbing Bubbles Cleaner 950ml

3000

Prime Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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284-340gr

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Family Pack Pudding Cups 12x99gr

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Dad’s Cookies 600gr

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Sunrise Farms Grade A

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Whole Frying Chicken

8.80 per kg

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500gr-907gr

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Hellmann’s

890ml

HP Sauce 400ml

3000

570gr

Mayonnaise

Allens Red or White Wine Vinegar 1lt

3500

Perogies

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Butterball

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Chicken Nuggets, Strips, Burgers, or Mozza Sticks

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375-500gr

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Weiners

Bacon

5.49 per kg

Mcilhenny Tobasco Sauce 57ml

5000

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3500

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465-900gr

250gr

5 5$ 5

12x284ml

Swanson

Meat Pie 200gr

Works Out To ¢ each

Instant Noodles 24x85gr

Vegetable or Chicken Noodle Soup

Kraft

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Bowl Noodle Soup

12x86gr

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800gr

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Nested Pasta or Lasagna Sheets Selected, 350-360gr

2$ for

Tomato Paste

Tomatoes

SunRype

100% Juice

Heinz

3.78lt

Alpha-Getti

9x398ml

100 each

Works Out To 00 each

Potatoes

113-114gr

Works Out To ¢ each

Steak House

Pieces & Stems Mushrooms

2$ for

Hunt’s

for

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112-147gr

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5$ for

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Thick & Rich Pasta Sauce

Aquafina

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24x500ml

12x284ml

500ml

1kg

Garlic Bread

Works Out To ¢ each

Dairyland

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907gr

1.5kg

2% or Chocolate Milk

333gr

12x398ml

Adams

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Snowcrest

plus applicable fees

454gr

Selectables Berry Blend

99 Becel

Olivieri

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Variety Pack, 6x680ml

Snowcrest

Selectables Raspberries or Cultivated Blueberries 1.5kg

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12x156ml

6x398ml

900gr

1-1.3kg

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425gr

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Heinz

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900gr

340gr

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1kg

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250gr

5 5$ 5

12x284ml

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Works Out To ¢ each

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Vegetable or Chicken Noodle Soup

Kraft

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Bowl Noodle Soup

12x86gr

Works Out To ¢ each

800gr

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Nested Pasta or Lasagna Sheets Selected, 350-360gr

2$ for

Tomato Paste

Tomatoes

SunRype

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Heinz

3.78lt

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9x398ml

100 each

Works Out To 00 each

Potatoes

113-114gr

Works Out To ¢ each

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2$ for

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for

Del Monte

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112-147gr

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5$ for

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12x284ml

500ml

1kg

Garlic Bread

Works Out To ¢ each

Dairyland

Natural 100% Peanut Butter

907gr

1.5kg

2% or Chocolate Milk

333gr

12x398ml

Adams

Soft Margarine

Snowcrest

plus applicable fees

454gr

Selectables Berry Blend

99 Becel

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Snowcrest

Selectables Raspberries or Cultivated Blueberries 1.5kg

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12x156ml

6x398ml

900gr

1-1.3kg

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425gr

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400gr

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1.7lt

Works Out To 00 each

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Chunky Salsa

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Selected, 9x398ml

Works Out To ¢ each

SHOP SMART WITH SPECIALS IN EVERY AISLE! Philadelphia Cream Cheese Spread

Beans

Nong Shim

Mr Noodles

for

Campbell’s

Pillsbury

Heinz

12x284ml

for

Cream of Mushroom or Tomato Soup

Quickies

5 5

Kicking Horse

Jumbo Cheerios Cereal

McCain

Campbell’s

Bassili’s

900gr

340gr

General Mills

Singles Processed Cheese Slices

1kg

Black Diamond

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336gr

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WARM UP TO THESE WINTER CLASSICS!

Roast Turkey Breast

points

bonus

per 100gr

Maple Lodge

Smoked or Cooked Chicken Breast

with Mojos and Small Salad each

10,000

5000 Kraft Velveeta 250gr

3000 Vaseline Lip Therapyy 7gr

1500 Finesse Hair Spray, Mousse or Gel Selected 170-300ml

2500 Loreal Preference Hair Colour ur

3500 Huggies Pull Ups Selected, 20-42’s

5000 Palmolive Dish Soap 887ml

5000

Natural Pastures

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Mortadella

Brie or Camembert

Olympic RegularSour Cream 500ml

Sunny D Orange Drink 2.4lt

per 100gr

CHEESE CENTER

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per 100gr

113gr

2$ for

Cow’s Milk Feta

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3000

Whole BBQ Chicken Dinnerr

99 each

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Boneless Skinless Basa Fillets

per 100gr

Custom Made Salads

per 100gr

CHINESE FOOD Medium

Fried Rice

69 per 100gr

99 each

Medium

Chicken with Black Bean Sauce

925 895 495

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Szechuan Beef

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East Coast Frozen or Previously Frozen

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Old Fashioned or Honey Ham

Vienna New York Style Corned Beef or Roast Beef

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PER gr

100

Serving Suggestions

Salt Spring Island

Mussels

per 100gr

69 per 100gr

3 Fish Frozen

White Tiger Prawns

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4$ for

White Cake Donuts

8” Blueberry Pie

99 2

each

10 Pack

2$ for

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Kaiser Buns

Mini Apple or Cherry Strudel

8 Pack

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99 4

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24’s

454gr

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2$5 for

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57’s

2$5

Almond Breeze Non-Dairy Beverage

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Tortillas

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SpongeTowels

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6’s

99 5

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Organic Coconut Oil

Quality Fresh

Sweet Treats Soft Jubes 900gr

414ml

Organically Yours Clorox

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Organic Walnuts 150gr

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99 3

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BC Grown

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NIGHT AT THE PALACE

Vaudeville returns to Errington for 10th year Tickets available starting Jan. 26 for the Feb. 20-22 shows LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com

It’s the 10th anniversary of the famed Errington Night at the Palace and this year the spectacle will be bigger than ever. The vaudeville show includes self-directed acts consisting of dance, music performance, singing, comedy, belly dancing, a can-can show, burlesque and more, all set in the era between the 1880s and 1930s. This year the shows will run Feb. 20, 21 and 22 and tickets go on sale Jan. 26. The idea for the show came to light 10 years ago when trying to figure out a big fundraising event for the Hall to get people excited in the cold, winter months. “At that time we had to pound the pavement in costumes getting it out there to the public to get audience members,” said act co-ordinator Nayana Mongeau, who has been involved in the show since the beginning. “And then, four years ago, we sold out tickets in four minutes.” The next year the show expanded to be performed over

three days and now the Night at the Palace is the Hall’s biggest fundraiser and has afforded the venue a great sound system and the actors, much-needed head microphones for performing. “You can imagine we’re all very proud and excited and we feel very successful in this 10year venture,” said Mongeau. This year proceeds from the show will help the hall pay for new back stage curtains, the new refurbished piano, and soon, LED stage lighting. The Night at the Palace usually consists of about 40 performers that range from professional to amateur. This is year it will be closer to 50 performers, Mongeau said, so the show will be a bit longer than usual, and around 100 volunteers will help bring it all together. The first class musical group called the Night at the Palace Band creates a strong foundation to the performances every year, Mongeau explained, which includes her husband and musician Galen Mongeau. He is also the music coordinator of the show. This year audiences will get a taste of the Middle East, with props that include a giant copper hookah, and there will be a steampunk feel this year, Mongeau said. Steampunk is a trend that com-

SUBMITTED PHOTO BY MELISSA LANGEN

The Night at the Palace is celebrating its 10th anniversary and tickets go on sale Jan. 26 at the Errington Hall.

bines modern technology with the design aesthetic of the Victorian Age. In fact, emcee David Malek will have his own steampunk time machine, she divulged. “There are some amazing costumes,” said Nayana. The hall will be decorated

vaudeville-style and audience members are encouraged to dress up in period costume. Tickets are $25 and there is a limit of four per person for the Friday and Saturday shows. Get tickets Jan. 26 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Errington Hall. Any remain-

ing tickets will be sold at the Errington Store. Doors will open for the show at 7:30 p.m. and the fun kicks off at 8 p.m. on all three nights. For more on the Errington Hall visit www.erringtonhall. bc.ca.

ROBBIE BURNS NIGHT

Tradition at the Rocking Horse LISSA ALEXANDER

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PHOTO SUBMITTED BY DAVE BARTA

Celtic Chaos, seen here performing at the Rocking Horse Pub last year, will be performing at Robbie Burns’ nights at the Rocking Horse Pub on Jan. 24 and Fairwinds Golf Club Jan. 25

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An annual celebration at the Rocking Horse Pub will have a traditional Celtic band, scottish menu, dancing and more. It’s Robbie Burns Night at the pub on Friday, Jan. 24 and a $10 ticket will get everyone a sample of a Scottish delicacy. “Every customer will get some Haggis,” said owner Louise Willoughby, adding with a laugh: “It’s up to them if they want to eat it.” Haggis is a traditional Scottish dish, considered the national dish of the country because of Burns’ poem Ode to a Haggis in 1787. The celebration at the Rocking Horse will include the traditional reading of Ode to a Haggis By Robert

Burns and a bagpiper, followed by popular local group Celtic Chaos. “They’re awesome,” said Willoughby of the dance band which plays energetic reels from Scotland among other Celtic tunes. Pick up tickets at the Rocking Horse in Nanoose Bay or get tickets over the phone at 250468-1735. Fairwinds Clubhouse is putting on a Robbie Burns night Saturday Jan. 25 with live music, a traditional roast beef and haggis dinner, and dancing. Celtic Chaos will also be performing at this event and the evening will be complete with the address to the Haggis. Tickets are $32.99 which includes dinner and desert. The evening kicks off a 5 p.m. Call Ben’s Lounge and Restaurant for tickets at 250-468-9915.

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to all my friends who came to celebrate my birthday and brought contributions for the Watoto Orphanage. I appreciate your support and will tell you about my adventure to Watoto Villages in Uganda when I return.

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Special thanks to the Alumni Band and Judy Millar who entertained everyone.

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Sharing her passion on the piano Works by Italian composers will be a big part of the show’s theme

Sayuri Kubota has been passionate about playing the piano since she was four years old and she will share that with audiences at the McMillan Arts Centre Jan. 25. The theme of the piano recital will be Italian music including works by Italian composers and other composers who were influenced by Italy. Kubota began taking piano lessons at four while living in Tokyo, Japan and although she went to school for teaching she continued playing as a hobby. She moved to Canada in 1992 and got her masters in education. Kubota resumed piano lessons when she moved to Nanaimo nine years ago, along with teaching high school math. She now she performs piano recitals annually in Nanaimo and in Parksville. The recital at the McMillan Arts Centre (the MAC) will take place Saturday, Jan. 25 at 2:30 p.m. Admission is by donation and proceeds go to the MAC. For more information visit www. mcmillanartscentre.com. —NEWS Staff

PHOTO SUBMITTED BY SAYURI KUBOTA

Sayuri Kubota will perform a piano recital by donation at the MAC this Saturday.

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 69 (QUALICUM)

2014-15 KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL REGISTRATION REGISTRATION: JANUARY 27 – 30 AND FEBRUARY 3 – 7, 2014 Board Policy 7015 Excerpt:

“The Board of Education believes that, in general, students should attend their neighborhood school. Transfer of a student to a school outside of his/her catchment area will be considered upon written application of the parent to the Superintendent of Schools, on or before April 1st each school year.”

Qualifying Age:

To qualify for school enrollment in September 2014, a child must become five years of age on or before December 31, 2014. Proof of Age for student (Birth Certificate or Passport); Proof of Residency (see SD69 website for list of acceptable documentation or contact catchment area school) Health Documents (eg: Medical Care Card, immunization records, medical condition information)

Required Documentation: Helpful Documentation:

NOTE: While immunization records are not required for registration, a copy may be requested for the student’s file REGISTRATION INFORMATION Where to Register:

Please register at your neighbourhood (catchment) elementary school. Attendance boundary information is available at each school or by contacting the School Board Office at 250-248-4241.

Cross Boundary Process:

Parents wishing to enroll their Kindergarten child at an out-of catchment school within the district are to make their request upon registration at their catchment school and complete a Student Transfer Request Form.

Date and Times for Kindergarten Registration:

Monday, January 27 – Thursday, January 30, 2014 and; Monday, February 3 – Friday, February 7, 2014 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Early French Immersion:

Parents of students eligible to enter Kindergarten may register their child in the Early Immersion Program at Parksville Elementary School. All Kindergarten-aged children in District 69 are eligible to enter. Registration for the Immersion Kindergarten program is limited. Preference will be given to children of families who currently have older children in the Immersion program as long as they have registered on or before January 24, 2014. Information brochures are available at the school.

An information evening for parents considering the Early Immersion Kindergarten program will be held Thursday, January 16, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. at Parksville Elementary School (330 Craig Street, Parksville) For more information, please contact Ms. Mary Beil, Principal of Parksville Elementary School at 250-248-5778 CEAP Program:

The Collaborative Education Alternative Program provides a blended-learning kindergarten program that consists of home-schooling in addition to being supported by scheduled student activities at Qualicum Beach Elementary School – CEAP classroom. Learning resources as well as support for parent(s) is provided by the program teacher.

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THE OLD SCHOOL HOUSE ARTS CENTRE

Fresh look for venerable Qualicum building Businesses step up to donate materials, labour LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com

The Old School House is looking fresh and funky. That’s because the art centre was recently painted inside, given new carpeting and had a modern countertop installed. The majority of the materials were donated and the work done by volunteers. “It’s been a great boost for us,” said executive director of The Old School House (TOSH) Corinne James. James said she has thought for some time that the front lobby at TOSH would look wonderful with a marble countertop, but she didn’t think the centre could afford it. That was until Robyn Schreyer at R&R Restorations stepped forward to donate the materials and labour to install the piece, along with some materials from TOSH volunteer Maire Watson. The result is an angled white marble counter designed by Schreyer that exceeded James of hopes of making the centre “fresh and funky.” Quest for Colour in Parksville also came through for the arts centre and donated paint, labour and materials to help spruce the place up and put in new carpet. “It’s wonderful when the businesses support non-profits,” said James. The renovations inside now match the renovations done to the outside of the building a couple of years ago, said James.

LISSA ALEXANDER PHOTO

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There have been some changes at the Beach Club Resort in Parksville recently and a new management team is hoping local residents who still have not checked out the property on Parksville Bay will pay it a visit. Arthur Wong took over as general manager back in November and he says one of his goals is to show the people who live and work here that the Beach Club Resort is a part of the community. Wong’s tourism and hospitality career spans over 20 years and many continents. He opened a Fairmont hotel in Shanghai and most recently worked at the Fairmont Makati in the Philippines from May 2012 to August 2013. When he came back to Canada he joined Bellstar Hotels and Resorts with the intention of joining the Solara property in Alberta, but he said instead he escaped a cold winter and landed on beautiful Vancouver Island. “I drove all the way to Canmore and was there for a week and a half and then I got the call to come to Parksville,” he explained. Wong said it is a move he’s glad he made because he had no idea how amazing Parksville was. “I was working in Vancouver between 1996 and 2004 and the only experience I had with Vancouver Island was a day trip to Victoria, an overnight trip and that was it. I don’t think many people from the Lower Mainland know about Central Vancouver Island and the beauty it has to offer.” Wong’s said his goal is to bring more people here and put Parksville on the map as a year-round tourist destination. “A lot of families do come to Parksville during the summer, but it is a nice winter get-away. Where else can you enjoy sun in the middle of January?” Wong explained that his desire for the resort isn’t a case of the Beach Club beat-

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ing their competitors in town, rather, “It is a case of us working with our competitors and driving tourism into the city.” Wong admitted that the resort still feels some negative fallout from the building being constructed on the waterfront where the old Island Hall Resort used to be, and he said he’d like to change public perception about the resort. “We want to bring the Beach Club back to the community. The Island Hall Resort used to be a part of the community and we want to give back to the community and show that we are a part of the community,” he said. On February 20 when the Beach Club Resort hosts Untapped, one of the annual Parksville Uncorked events, Wong

will be donating the proceeds to Rotary International. He said it is the first time they have chosen to donate the event’s profits to charity and it is just one of the gestures the resort hopes will create some goodwill in the community. The North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre (NIWRC) in Erringon will also be a recipient of the resort’s community spirit. The resort will be selling a toy stuffed Bald Eagle for $25 plus tax with partial proceeds going to the NIWRC. Many of the Bellstar resorts already have a signature ‘stuffie’ that raises money for various wildlife groups and the Beach Club’s bird is expected to arrive

in March. Until then there is a contest to name it. Submissions with a brief explanation of why you choose the name can be emailed to stories@bellstar.ca (subject “Beach Club Resort Stuffie). The contest closes Jan. 31 and the winning name gets a two-night stay at the Beach Club Resort. Another new addition to the Beach Club is afternoon tea. The old Island Hall Resort which was built in 1917 was famous for high tea and Wong said they want to tap into their historical legacy and have brought back the tradition. Loose leaf tea, finger sandwiches, scones, jam and fresh cream are now being served every Tuesday afternoon from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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Early morning January 17 passed away peacefully with family by her side after a courageous battle with cancer. Doreenâ€™s husband W/Cdr George W Scott, MBE, AFC passed away in 1986. She was a loving mother to daughter Jane (Stanley Hale), Okotoks AB; son David (Marilyn Mason), Ottawa ON; and daughter Alison (Ali Talib), Wakefield QC. Proud and loving grandmother to Major Scott Hale RCAF, Stephanie, Sara, Jeff, Iain, Jordan, Taz and Hannah. â€œGGâ€? will be missed by great grandchildren Lola, Jackson, Rhys, Carson, Maddox and Chloe. Doreen was born in Scotland and spent her married life in Canada including Baie Comeau, Hawkesbury, Ottawa, and Parksville. She will be remembered for her dedication to the Probus Club, and her years as Executive Secretary of the Association of Canadian Distillers. Doreen led a full life and enjoyed many hobbies including watercolour painting, bridge, her Parksville walking club and playing many rounds of golf. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to La Maison des Collines Palliative Care Services in Wakefield QC at www.lamaisondescollines.org

Cecil Kirk Woolverton November 4, 1922 â€“ January 15, 2014 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cecil Kirk Woolverton at Nanaimo General Hospital on Wednesday, January 15th. He was the second child born to Cecil Watt and Margaret May Woolverton (nee Killough). Kirk, who lived a long life, was predeceased by his sisters, Francis and Doris; brother, Arthur, and son-in-law Murray. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mary; sons, Cecil, Rocky (Jean), Gregory; and daughter, Rhonda; six grandchildren, Sean (Gwen), Emily (Garrett), Zachary, Danielle, Sara; step grandchildren, David (Shauna), Sherrie (Blair); twin great granddaughters, Anna and Chloe; and step granddaughter, Kaleigh. Kirk was proud of his heritage. His grandfather, J. Arthur Killough was a scout for the Royal Northwest Mounted Police during the Riel Rebellion. From childhood, Kirk, with his parents, travelled often to Castlegar, BC to visit his many aunts, uncles and cousins. Kirk enjoyed family, friends, fine art, barber shopping, gardening, volunteering with the Legion and the Arthritic Support Society. His work in geophysics with Shell and Mobile Oil was fondly remembered. Before his four years service in the Navy during WWII, he enjoyed Calgary YMCA, sports, and friends. Kirk will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his friends, and his unswerving faith. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Kirkâ€™s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation Donations Department, 1212 West Broadway, Vancouver BC V6H 3V2 A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Road in Parksville. With a reception to follow. 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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April 1st 1914 â€“ December 30th 2013 Johanna passed away peacefully in Arrowsmith Lodge after a long battle with dementia. Johanna was born in Austria and was a great Anglophile spending every summer in the British Isles before immigrating to Canada. She taught school in Fort Nelson and Quesnel for many years, eventually retiring to Qualcum Beach. She leaves to mourn her loss, her friend Margaret Copeland who wishes to express her sincere thanks to the wonderful staff at Arrowsmith Lodge for their care and kindness to Johanna.

Phillip Lane Whittaker September 14, 1954 - January 14, 2014 It is with profound sadness that we have to announce Phillâ€™s sudden passing on January 14, 2014. Phill is survived by his loving wife Patti, daughter Diana and son Robert; sisters Donna and Kathy Green; brother-in-law Greg Warham; niece Amber Whittaker; dear friends Rene, Sharon, Claire and Dan Fontaine and all his extended family and amazing friends. Phill began his career as a flooring installer at the age of 15. As a skilled tradesman Phill was known for his expertise and dedication as well as his artistic flair. He had the ability to turn any job into a creative masterpiece. While supporting his family for more than 30 years Phill THE NEWS - PREPAIDS--9023 built not one but two amazing homes onWHITTAKER, their property in PHIL Errington. Not only did he create a loving homestead for Diana and Robert, he made many friends and mates 2 Patti, x 432.00 along the way. His home was a source of pride and all were 6340755 made to feel welcome. Many friendships were cultivated at DEATHS Phills place where his spirit will live on. Everything Phill did he did with such passion. He was the kind of guy who said it like was and was respected for his straight up manner. He always loved a good challenge and didnâ€™t back away when things got tough. He had a love for the outdoors. Some of his favorite ways to relax included camping, fishing, playing floor hockey and out hiking with the dogs and friends. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Phillâ€™s floor hockey team mates for every effort in trying to save him and to emergency services for continuing that effort. To the many people in our community; we are blessed to have you as our friends. Thank you for your love, support and nourishment. There will be a celebration of Phillâ€™s life on Sunday, January 26 at 2:30 p.m. at the Errington War Memorial Hall. Please join us to share your stories and memories of Phill. To honour Phillâ€™s love of the outdoors in lieu of flowers donations will be gratefully accepted at the door for the Mid Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club and the Parksville Boy Scouts.

Robin Albert Kennedy Please join the family and friends of Robin Albert Kennedy (Al) for a warm Celebration of his vibrant life on Sunday January 26, 2014, 1:00 p.m. at the Arrowsmith Hall (behind the Coombs Store). Bring your memories, stories and musical instruments. Refreshments provided. Please consider a donation to the Heart and Stoke Foundation in Alâ€™s honor in lieu of flowers.

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Linda Marjory Sait July 28, 1920 January 10, 2014 Linda passed away peacefully on Friday, January 10th, 2014 in Parksville. She was born in Weaverham Chesire, England on July 28th, 1920 to Ada and Henry Collier. Linda leaves to mourn her passing sons, Michael (Lovane) Vernon and Roger Vernon; grandchildren, Amanda Holland and Matthew Vernon; great grandchildren, Mason and Jaxon Holland. She was predeceased by her husband, Fred Saint and son, Peter Vernon. Linda worked on the buses in Weaverham during World War II. After immigrating to Canada in 1957, she worked in the correctional system in BC. Linda was an active member of the Ladies Auxiliary Royal Canadian Legion Branch #49 â€“ Mt Arrowsmith. Many thanks to the nurses and staff at Trillium Lodge for their compassion and care during her stay there. A private family service was held in Lindaâ€™s honour and cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Lindaâ€™s memory to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #49 â€“ Mt Arrowsmith, PO Box 820, Parksville BC V9P 2G8. 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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DINING ROOM Table with 6 chairs. 4â€™x4â€™ square, bar height, glass top. Excellent cond. $350. Please call (250)586-3624. MOVING SALE. Matching oval glass top tables (two) $150. Matching 3-seat sofa & armchair $450. 250-586-7655, French Creek. MOVING SALE - MUST SELL Round pine table w/4 chairs & cushions, corner unit (pine), lamps,2 oil filled space heaters, chainsaw w 24â€? bar, new 4000 watt generator, antique gramma-phone; tall cabinet type, limited edition prints; Doolittle, Bateman,etc. 250-757-2007. QUEEN MATTRESS SET. Brand new, pillowtop. Must sell! Only $200 (250)713-9680

GARAGE SALES MOVING from 4000 sq feet to 2 BR apartment. Shelving, high grade leather chaise chairs, dining room suites (2), coffee table, beds and bedroom suites. Storage items, lamps, desks (3), desk chairs, Sat Jan 25th at 9 am. 463 Troon Close in Eaglecrest. No early birds. Email questions to dbau.vaycay@gmail.com or call to inquire 250-240-3126.

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2 Bedroom Rancher in Parksville avail Feb 1. $1200 p/m Fully fenced yard. Includes Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher, Washer & Dryer. Non Smoker. Pets allowed. For more info Sue 604-474-1050

PARKSVILLE AREA- Spacious RV site in the woods. $440./mo. utils incldâ€™d. Call (250)927-5623.

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STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca UPHOLSTERY SELL OUT!! Shop closing. All goods/ tools/machines/benches/cabinets/etc. to go at highest offer(s). Business closure due to family illness. View at #4-147 Fern Rd. E. (behind Windsor Rentals) Phone 250240-3091.

PARKSVILLE X-LARGE 2 BEDROOM Security camera & parking inclâ€™d. D/W, W/D optional. New paint. Near beach, downtown. Small pet ok. $840. Please call 250-248-8592. PARKSVILLE: 3 bdrm remodeled home w/ legal in law/rental suite and 2.5 car garage w/separate driveway ideal for a home based business. Immaculate inside and out, great landscaping, garden shed & small studio. Priced to sell at $349,900. Call (250)954-0227.

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The Mid–Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club is gearing up for another season of fun in the water. The Castaways Club has expanded its offering of courses for those interested in fly-fishing and has several courses this year. Last year’s beginner’s course in fly-tying, which ran from January to April, was so popular that it has been brought back at the request of several members. An intermediate course has been added as well. Other fly-tying courses aimed at winter steel head and lake fishing have been added for this spring. The four-week Fundamentals of Fly Fishing course, which was formerly taught in the fall, has been moved to May. This course covers an introduction to fly-fishing equipment, fly-tying, fly-fishing knots, and fly-casting and entomology. For those who aren’t really sure if fly -fishing is their thing and would like to find out, without investing too much money or time, the club is offering an Introduction to Fly Fishing. This is a three-

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knowledge. In addition to the fly-tying and be-

ginner’s courses, there are also casting courses for intermediate and advanced casters. Some courses feature the use of single-handed rods and others feature the two-handed or Spey rods. This year the club has created a new course for those who fly-fish, but haven’t fished for a while and feel a bit rusty. The spring tune-up (Faults and Fixes) course ensures that students will have the benefit of learning from International Fly Fishing Federation (IFFF) certified instructor Aaron Goodis. Aaron’s articles and photographs are featured in many fly-fishing magazines. He will be teaching several other courses in the line-up as well. This year the club is offering a two -part course in the techniques of river fishing and a two-part course in the skills needed for fly-fishing on lakes. Castaway’s club volunteers teach beginner’s courses, while the professional casting instructors teach the intermediate and advanced courses. Space is limited so sign up soon at http://midislandcastaways.com or contact Bruce Morrison at Rbm123@shaw. ca or 250-248-5914.

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One point in three games was all the Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals could get this weekend. Although they lost all three games, the Generals are still in the hunt for the final playoff spot and are now nine points behind the Saanich Braves. Liam Giroux was solid in net once again for the Generals as he faced 49 shots on Sunday, managing to stop 45 of them but ended up with the loss against the Comox Valley Glacier Kings. Wyatt Meiers couldn’t con-

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nect on an outlet pass to Chase Gaudreault and it resulted in

Comox getting the winner just 30 seconds into overtime. The

Generals managed to get the single point for getting to OT and moved that much closer to that final playoff spot. It was a quick start for the Generals against Comox, much like it was on Saturday night against Campbell River. The Gens opened the scoring in both games as Gaudreault, a 17-year-old out of Port Alberni, lit the lamp just 40 seconds into the game against Comox Valley on Sunday. The Generals took a 1–0 lead into the second period where Comox got on the board, scoring two for a 2–1 lead. With the Glacier Kings poised to take

that lead into the third, Connor McNary had other ideas as the Orlando, Florida native sniped one top corner from the faceoff dot to tie it up with just 15 seconds to go in the second period. Comox took the lead back on the power play just under seven minutes into the third but Brodie Smith answered back on a nice effort that was setup by Nate Fitzpatrick and Travis Flug to knot it at 3–3. It wasn’t meant to be on Sunday for the Generals though as Comox managed to get the win early into the OT.

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In spite of minimal time on snow this season, the Strathcona Nordic Ski Club race team brought hardware home from the B.C. Cup 1 race in Prince George last weekend. Thirteen racers made the long trek from the Island to Prince George along with club coaches and support crew. “It was fantastic. I was very proud of all of our racers,” said head coach Dave Battison. “They haven’t had any training time on snow yet this year, and everyone performed

well. The other teams have been training on snow for many weeks at this point. Our team did really well, which is due to all of the hard work that everyone has put into dryland training this year.” In the skate technique races, the following athletes won medals: Ross Lamon (silver), Tallon Noble (silver), Avalon Wasteneys (silver), Alec Stapff (bronze), Marilyn Atkinson (bronze). In classic technique races, Tallon Noble brought home a silver medal and Mari-

lyn Atkinson bronze. Strathcona Nordics racers look forward to the B.C. Cup 2 races in Kamloops later this month. They hope the snow gods smile on Mount Washington soon, so they can begin training on snow for this next race. The Strathcona Nordics recreational programs are scheduled to begin this weekend, so the whole club is watching the weather forecast. — Submitted by the Strathcona Nordics

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The two Legion 49 teams squared off, with the home side Bristle Bashers defeating the Arrows by a score of 2310. Tedd Ducker won all five starts, while Noella Ross and Ian Hall both added four wins from five games. Roger Schiller was on three out of five games for the Arrows. Cutting Edge Dragons also won at home by a margin of 23-10 over the visiting Eagle Shooters. Steve Collins and Ian Peterson both took five

wins out of as many starts for the Dragons. Mike Bowen came up with three wins from his six games. Oceanside Eagles recorded a big win at home by a score of 28-5 over the Legion 76 Flyers. Barry Hendrickson and Larry Fuller both went a perfect five for five, while Mike Jacobs, Hen Hayes, and Anne O’Sullivan all added four wins from five games for the Eagles. Peter Spinks and Joe Frykberg both won two games each for the Flyers. The Shorted Sighted Crew

overtook the Straight Arrows in the standings to move up into fourth place after scoring a 2112 home win over the Straight Arrows. Don Punter was good on all five starts, with Sylvia Mantyka and Ernie Berrow both adding four wins each from their five games. Louie Schaaf, Pat Thompson, and Don McIlhargey all won two out of five starts for the Straight Arrows. For more detailed statistics for the dart league visit the website at district69darts. com.

Points

Wins

Losses

Legion 49 Bristle Bashers

528

339

189

64.2

Cutting Edge Dragons

528

331

197

62.7

Oceanside Eagles

528

315

210

60.2

Short Sighted Crew

528

281

247

53.2

Straight Arrows

528

276

252

52.3

Legion 49 Arrows

528

223

305

42.2

Eagle Shooters

528

198

330

37.5

Legion 76 Flyers

528

138

390

26.1

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Liam Peel (#5 in red) breaks up a Comox Valley scoring chance during the Generals’ 4-3 overtime loss Sunday.

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The Gens were shorthanded this game as defenceman Ryan White was injured Saturday night and Chandler Bruyckere, also a defenceman, has moved on to play hockey in El Paso, Texas. That left the Gens with just four defenceman in the lineup on Sunday. “It was a little tough but it was nice too because it kept us in the game. I think it worked out pretty well for the

four of us, we played pretty well together out there,” McNary said about being short handed against Comox. Saturday night the Generals hosted the Campbell River Storm and ended up losing that one 5–2. Smith opened the scoring 31 seconds into the game in this one and Liam Peel added the second goal for the Gens on the night, a power play marker off a nice cross– ice feed from Smith. “It’s always nice to put one in the

net. It gave me a boost of confidence heading into today (Sunday) and helped out especially with just the four defencemen in the lineup too,” Liam Peel said of his goal Saturday night. The Generals are back in action Thursday in Nanaimo to take on the Buccaneers. On Friday they head down island to face the Kerry Park Islanders and Saturday are back at home to host the Peninsula Panthers, puck drop at 7:30 p.m. at Oceanside Place.

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When there’s no snow, it can sometimes pose a problem, especially if you are a ski racer. However, the lack of Island snow did not deter the Mount Washington Ski Club’s U12, U14 and U16 teams from searching far and wide to take part and truly dominate in their first season race and skills event in Whistler.

After two days of intense training in Whistler this past week, the athletes were as ready as they would ever be to take on the competitive Coastal Mountain teams of Whistler, Seymour, Grouse, Cypress and Hemlock over the weekend. In the slalom event on day two Campbell River natives U16 Kole Harle and U16 Maja Nymann stole the show both winning gold, beating

out the tough competition of Whistler Blackcomb and other coastal ski clubs. In the U14 men’s slalom, Kieran Nilsen of Comox moved himself up 34 places for a 16th place finish and a most improved U14 skier overall award. Additionally for the U14 men’s slalom event, Chris Raduy of Qualicum Beach placed 22nd and 26th and was the only U14 racer to

complete in all three races. For the ladies slalom on day two it was Sylvi Nymann of Campbell River of the U14 girls who had an outstanding finish taking 9th place in both her races — another two top tens and very consistent. With the snow now flying on Mount Washington, these athletes are anxious to get back into training mode in preparation for their next big event.

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