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Core samples drilled from Colliery dams I TechnicAl commiTTee needs information on condition of century-old structures.

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A firefighter checks for any valuables left behind by the driver of a Toyota SUV that flipped after slipping on ice-covered pavement on Berkeley Place Tuesday morning, when drivers discovered icy roads under their tires in spite of warming temperatures. The woman driving the vehicle was tended to by firefighters and paramedics at the scene.

Regional district plans to renew cell tower contract

By Karl yu THE NEwS BULLETiN

The Regional District of Nanaimo board is in favour of renewing a cellphone tower deal with Rogers Communications Inc. Under a statutory right of way agreement in place since 2003, the communications company pays a rental fee to have the tower situated at the regional district’s 6300 Ham-

mond Bay Rd. location. At Tuesday’s committee of the whole meeting, directors gave their support to renew the contract with an annual fee of $12,600 until 2018 and the allowance of an additional five-year extension beginning June 2023. The regional district and Rogers entered into an agreement in 2008 for three straight five-year terms. The board supported a proposal from Rogers last April that increased the yearly fee from $10,500

to $11,550 but turned down two additional five-year extensions, prompting Rogers to offer a new proposal, featuring the increased fee and only the extension beginning in 2023.

According to Joan Harrison, regional district director of corporate services, Rogers will have to give notification of its desire to renew the agreement prior to each five-year extension. u See ‘ANY’ /4

The bill for the Colliery dams continues to mount as the city’s technical committee hunts for a solution to remediate the century-old structures.

Golder Associates has been drilling core samples from the lower Colliery dam this week to test the state of the structure.

According to the city’s technical committee, the work is needed to fill information gaps on the condition of the dams and will help narrow down potential longterm options for repair.

But the work also delays answers about the future costs of the dams by another month, and will come at an “additional cost” to the city, according to Mayor John Ruttan, who says the overall bill for the dams is now close to $1 million.

City staff members did not have the exact cost of the core-drilling work nor were they able to provide a budget for the technical committee, but said work will still be within the $100,000 to $400,000 range estimated for this phase of a twoyear risk mitigation strategy.

“The engineers say we need this information. We don’t want them to do it. We don’t want to spend on information, but they say without drilling they are not able to give us a precise estimate on what it will cost to do the work,” said Ruttan, who has expressed concern about escalating costs. u See ‘DRILLING’ /6

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City planners want to make Nanaimo child-friendly

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By Tamara Cunningham The News bulleTiN

Parents could eventually see a ‘fun’ cityscape and more services for kids, as Nanaimo shifts its attention toward attracting young families.

Nanaimo social planner John Horn will take his first look this year at ways the Harbour City can improve the experience of children and youths, from opportunities for spontaneous play to more civic engagement.

It’s all part of a push to make the city more alluring for families looking for a place to raise children – and it’s far from new.

Municipalities across the country have been looking at ways to balance the needs of retiring baby boomers with the next generation of citizens.

While there is a recognition that childfriendly cities can attract families and build inclusive communities, local governments also say that safe and fun cities benefit everybody.

For example, Surrey, which has a childand youth-friendly city strategy, has a youth representative on every committee, free community events and neighbourhood tot lots. The efforts have created a community where children and youth are valued and are given the opportunity to be good, healthy citizens, said Surrey Coun. Linda Hepner.

Horn believes child-friendly initiatives and planning is something Nanaimo should be doing, too. Until now, less attention has been spent specifically addressing the needs of youngsters,

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Grayson Southwell, 1, peers from his swing while waiting for a push from his grandfather at Maffeo Sutton Park on Wednesday morning. Future planning for the city includes looking at ways to make Nanaimo’s parks and other facilities more child-friendly.

he said, pointing out the city recently added a youth advisory committee.

“Our motivation in the short term will need to be addressing the needs of people 65 and over because that’s the bulge in our demographic profile right now ... but that will not last forever,” he said. “We will have another generation and [it is important] that we have not built a city so focused on seniors that it’s unfriendly to a young family.”

Horn aims to raise the profile of childfriendly planning this year with an initiative to help bolster the environment for kids and make the city a more appeal-

ing place for people to raise families.

It won’t likely be as comprehensive an effort as Surrey’s strategy, but could tackle children’s physical environment like routes to school and opportunities for play.

Streetscapes can be “relatively sterile” from a child’s point of view, Horn said, adding there is often nothing but concrete, asphalt and bushes until they get to a playground.

In Paris, there are little ‘play things’ every couple of blocks along the sidewalks that catch the attention of children, like a bronze rabbit they can sit

on or a little rocking horse mounted on a spring, he said.

By putting in those kinds of elements it becomes “an exciting little world for them going down the street ... they think, ‘what’s the next weird thing I am going to come across?’”

Collaboration with youth organizations could also be part of the childfriendly effort, which is still in very early stages.

Ian Kalina, executive director of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Vancouver Island, says child-friendly planning is “just forward thinking.”

There has been a heavy focus on planning for senior citizens, but “who is going to serve them?” he asked.

The city needs to attract business and professionals important for the future of the community, but it can’t do that if there are not services available, like childcare, he said.

“The fact this is going on is great news,” he said. “[But] one of the things that has to be on the table is that no one group is going to be able to do it all – the schools, the city, the boys and girls club – it has to be a collaborative effort ... and it has to be done with planning in mind.”

Leah Becker, a supervisor with Katie’s Korner daycare, is also supportive of efforts to make the city more childfriendly. She’d like to see a push toward making childcare more affordable and available for parents, but anything that allows families to have fun and spend time together “would be wonderful.”

According to Horn, determining how the city becomes child friendly won’t be easy. There are questions about who is in charge, who takes the risk and where efforts go, but he said it is “the right thing” to do. news@nanaimobulletin.com

Throne speech promises skills training plan to drive industrial development

By Tom FleTCher black Press

In a speech from the throne that echoed Premier Christy Clark’s election campaign, the B.C. government promised Tuesday to begin a 10-year skills training plan to drive industrial development.

Lt. Governor Judith Guichon read the speech in the ceremonial beginning of the B.C. legislature session. It touched on the government’s familiar themes, including the need to train and retain citizens to fill

one million jobs due to growth and baby boomer retirements in the next decade.

“British Columbians can look forward to enhancements to the Industry Training Authority, as well as the re-engineering of our secondary and post-secondary institutions to ensure our students have the skills for the jobs of the future,” Guichon told MLAs gathered for the first time in 2014.

Employers and job seekers will be watching for details in the provincial budget, to be presented by Finance Minister

Mike de Jong on Feb. 18. Opposition critics have focused on the government’s reductions of skills training and the shortage of spaces and equipment for industrial training.

The speech also promises a new 10-year plan for transportation, to build on major road, bridge and transit works that have become contentious in the Lower Mainland.

In education, the government renewed Clark’s goal of a personalized education plan for each student and “an agreement to ensure a decade

of labour peace in our classrooms.” That goal comes as the government pursues an appeal of the latest court judgment in favour of the B.C. Teachers’ Federation over removal of class size and support staff from their union contract.

Speaking to reporters after the speech, Clark emphatically denied the conclusion of a B.C. Supreme Court justice that her government engineered the 2012 teacher strike to build public support for an imposed settlement.

NDP leader Adrian Dix called

the speech “particularly lacking in vision or substance,” adding that it contains nothing for B.C. residents who “don’t work in the industries of liquefied natural gas or liquor.”

In addition to touting the future benefits of LNG exports and pending liquor law reforms, the speech recounts increases in Asian trade, the ongoing “core review” to reduce provincial spending, and new union agreements that tie wage increases to an expanded economy.

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Current regulations require consultation if a tower is to exceed 15 metres. Under the new rules, companies must consult with communities regardless of the tower’s height, towers must be built within three years of consultation and companies must keep affected residents properly informed of upcoming consultation.

Liz Sauve, Telus spokeswoman, said that the tower proposed for Piper’s Pub’s parking lot will be more than 15 metres. She said Telus

has gone beyond and above in its consultation and there is strong support within the community.

“We received valuable feedback from the community during our public consultation process and it appears that roughly 40 per cent of residents are in strong support of enhancing services in this known ‘dead zone,’ while about 60 per cent of residents either had questions or concerns and we’ve actively been working to address those concerns over the past few months,” she said, adding that Telus has received complaints about service in the area for a long time.

Telus must gain approval from city council in order for the tower to be built and has made a request to go before council Feb. 24, although Sauve said it may have to be deferred to a future meeting. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

Any contract extensions require board approval u From /1 “The annual rate will be adjusted based on market rates for similar statutory rights of way and require board approval of the rate prior to renewal,” Harrison said.

“Any future extensions, should they be requested by Rogers,

would require board approval,” she said.

While the regional district board showed support at the committee of the whole meeting, it will be forwarded to the regular board meeting on Feb. 25 for further consideration. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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By Karl yu The News BulleTiN

Nanaimo school district and Nanaimo-Ladysmith Schools Foundation have cemented their relationship with the signing of a memorandum of understanding.

The arrangement formalizes in writing a relationship that first started when the schools foundation was formed as the Nanaimo Schools Financial Awards Society in 1982.

Amongst the terms, the school district will provide operational items to the foundation, such as staff, office space, supplies and equipment, while the foundation will provide financial awards such as scholarships and other support to students in the school district.

For the 2013-14 school year,

the school district will provide approximately $140,000 for operational items while the foundation will provide more than $500,000 in student support, including an estimated $420,000 in scholarships and $30,000 raised through this year’s Stock the Lockers campaign for needy students.

“It really represents a symbiotic relationship, one of usefulness to both groups, where our hard work as volunteers supporting students in this learning environment and your hard work as trustees supporting students in this learning environment, come together,” said schools foundation president Patrick Ross at a recent school board meeting.

School board chairwoman Dot Neary said in a statement that the formalization of the agreement would benefit students greatly through the continued support and fundraising efforts from the schools foundation.

The agreement will be reviewed every three years.

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Woman injured fending off attempted robbery at ATM A woman was struck in the head while struggling with a would-be robber on the weekend.

The altercation happened shortly before 9:30 p.m. when a woman withdrew money from an outdoor ATM machine at the Coastal Community Credit Union at 2350 Labieux Rd. and was confronted by another woman who showed her a gun in a messenger bag and demanded cash and the keys

to the victim’s vehicle. The victim didn’t believe the robber’s firearm was real and refused to hand over her cash and keys.

The two struggled and the suspect hit the victim over the head with the gun before she fled west on Labieux Road. The suspect is described as Caucasian, skinny, about 5’4”, in her late 30s to early 40s, and was wearing fitted blue jeans, black sweater, black vest,

dark hat and ankle boots.

Police advise people when confronted with a robbery attempt to comply with demands, observe as much detail as possible and call 911. People should also maintain awareness about their surroundings when using ATMs. Anyone with information on this crime is asked to call Nanaimo RCMP at 250-7542345 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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u From /1 The city’s technical committee spokeswoman Katherine Gordon says the core samples are very important work in moving forward remediation plans and will give the technical committee and its engineers a more complete picture of what has to be done.

“If you liken it to repairing a tooth – a dentist isn’t going to stick a crown on the tooth without looking at what’s inside,” she said. “The engineers need to know exactly what the condition of the dams are in order to be able to suggest a technical solution that is going to meet the required safety standards.”

The core drilling work which ends Friday will be testing the foundation of the lower Colliery dam and the embankment to see what it’s made of and what the condition is. A report is expected to be released by the technical committee in March – the same time the city anticipates it will present its own budget information for the Colliery dams.

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A dentist isn’t going to stick a crown on the tooth without looking at what’s inside.

The work on the dams started in October after Nanaimo city council unanimously agreed to launch a two-year process to mitigate risk posed by the middle and lower Colliery dams in an earthquake or flood.

The multi-phased process is focused on remediation of the dams, an option council had originally dismissed because of a $17 million to $30.7 million price tag. The first phase of work began in December.

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MP lauds transition budget I but oppoSitioN notes programs don’t roll out till 2015.

By Chris Bush The News BulleTiN

Nanaimo-Alberni Conservative MP James Lunney highlighted goodies contained in the 2014 federal budget that could benefit B.C. The 419-page document was revealed by federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty Tuesday.

Lunney described the budget as modest and designed to help make a transition toward a future with budget surpluses.

“It is a modest budget,” Lunney said. “Frankly it closes the loop of the deficit years, which was the result of the worldwide economic downturn, and a returning to balanced budgets, which in the next cycle it will close that loop and by the end of this fiscal period we’ll be back into balanced budgets and moving to surplus.”

All told, $5.8 billion will be transferred to B.C. “The breakdown of that is $4.2 billion for the Canadian Health Transfer for health services in British Columbia,” Lunney said. “And $1.6 billion of that is through the Canada Social Transfer.”

Among highlights Lunney said could benefit B.C. is $90.4 million for the Forestry Transformation Fund to help innovators in the forest industry develop new business practices and new value-added products and bring those to market.

The Recreational Fisheries Conservation Partnership Program is also getting another $15 million over the next two years, some of which will make its way to salmon enhancement projects on the mid-Island.

Disaster preparedness programs across Canada will have $200 million more available to bolster disaster mitigation efforts. Lunney estimated at about $20 million of that could be available for B.C. programs. Upgrading

earthquake monitoring and public alert systems will have $11 million to spend.

Search and rescue volunteers will get a 15-per cent tax credit after putting in 200 hours of volunteer time to search and rescue programs.

The Nanaimo Port Authority, which has started renovating the wharf system in the downtown boat basin, can also take advantage of a share of $40 million in the budget to improve small craft harbours in coastal communities.

The government has also made available $100 million in interest-free loans per year for apprentices in Red Seal trades programs to complete their training. Red Seal certification ensures workers meet inter-provincial industry standards within their trades.

“Because [Vancouver Island University] still has the apprenticeship program, I think that would be a big deal there,” Lunney said.

The budget included an extra $100 million to expand burial and funeral programs for low-income veterans and $2 million is being spent to provide veterans and their families 24/7 access to the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Another $10 million has been provided to the National Trails Coalition for improvements to recreational trails systems across Canada.

Some money will find its way to trails on the south and central Island.

Nanaimo-Cowichan NDP MP Jean Crowder said she finds it difficult to judge what the potential impacts of the budget might be since it comes up short on details regarding implementation of some programs.

“People are saying to me, ‘What will the impact be on people in your riding?’ and I’m going, ‘I pretty much can’t tell you because some of this doesn’t roll out until April 21, 2015, which is another full year away and with some of it there are no details.’”

Crowder noted a lack of particulars about how the government will tackle the

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Yes, Nanaimo is kid-friendly Maybe kids really do enjoy visiting 19th-century colonial trade-route fortifications like the Bastion.

The City of Nanaimo recently began looking into ways we might be able to make our community more child-friendly.

The municipality’s social planner John Horn wonders if there are measures the city can take, and ways it can work with stakeholders to make sure Nanaimo has kid appeal.

In recent years, we’ve tried to style ourselves as a retirement destination, promoting activities and amenities aimed at the baby boomer set. Maybe we’ve had a measure of success; certainly there’s anecdotal evidence that retirees like it here.

But of course it’s important to have a city that suits everyone, so that Nanaimo feels like home to residents of all ages.

When parents think about moving their families, they take a comprehensive look at the community. They expect safe, clean neighbourhoods, good schools, shopping and services, parks and recreation, arts and culture – basically all the ideals of any thriving city. People thinking about moving here will come to Nanaimo and they’ll look around and they’ll make up their own minds as to whether we fit that image.

But it makes good sense, too, for the City of Nanaimo to look within and take stock of all that we have to offer children. That way, when someone asks, we’ll have an answer ready, and we can confidently reply that we’re a great place for growing up. Or this could be a chance to try to promote another aspect of our city, and that’s usually worthwhile, too.

Nanaimo is a sufficient size that in most cases, we should try to be everything to everyone. We don’t need to be Disneyland, and we won’t strive to be.

Because after all, we’ve got the Bastion, and it’s got a cannon, and as the kids say these days, that’s pretty cool.

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Prescription pot pretense about to end On April 1, medical marijuana the location of licensed growers growing licences expire across from provincial and local the country, and only licensed governments. commercial growers will be able RCMP Insp. Dave Fleugel told to legally fill a prescription for Maple Ridge council last week pot. that his detachment will first Ottawa is moving to clean target medical growers they up the mess it created by know are linked to organized issuing medical licences all crime. But it’s difficult to over the country. Since then, determine which are legal and municipalities have complained which are not. that small-scale medical licences “This has the potential to have been greatly exceeded, cripple the courts,” Fleugel said. with many used as fronts for a “Something is going to have to criminal drug trade take a back seat if we that has made B.C. are going to go after B.C. infamous around the all of them.”

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The police and fire Tom Fletcher How big is the department have Black Press problem? There proposed an amnesty are about 38,000 or grace period, Canadians licensed to allowing people to carry marijuana for disclose their location medical purposes, and and have it properly half of them live in dismantled without B.C. Their permission penalty, to help deal to grow their own with the volume. or buy it from This mess was designated small-scale growers created by Ottawa in response is withdrawn in a couple of to a court ruling that forced months. them to make medical Here’s a look at the community pot available. The Harper level. Police in the Fraser Valley government remains trapped in suburb of Maple Ridge estimate a failed war-on-drugs mentality that it alone has 500 properties that prevents any innovation or licensed to grow pot. No, Maple even common sense.

Ridge is not a world hotspot Then there is the circus for glaucoma or arthritis. It in Vancouver, where selfis historically known for its styled princes of pot exploit secluded properties and as a the confusion of the medical base for B.C.’s prison system marijuana law to run an and the province’s Hells Angels. Amsterdam-style retail trade.

Police have only an estimate Cannabis Culture, the pot and because Ottawa’s bungled propaganda empire built by medical pot scheme conceals Marc Emery before he was jailed

in the U.S., rants about the government’s “war on patients,” amid garish ads for “pot by post” and exotic weed varieties.

“By Health Canada’s own estimate, the cost will increase from $5 per gram to $8.80 per gram – going up by nearly 400 per cent,” its website warns.

Apparently smoking lots of weed really is bad for your math skills.

Dana Larsen, who spearheaded the ill-conceived and failed decriminalization petition last year, heads up the seriouslooking “Medical Cannabis Dispensary.” It has done so well at its location in the drug bazaar of East Hastings Street that it’s got a branch office on Vancouver’s west side.

Its official-looking forms have a long list of conditions where only a confirmation of diagnosis is required. In addition to genuine conditions such as side effects of chemotherapy, it includes anxiety, psoriasis, spinal cord injury and even “substance addictions/ withdrawal.”

And did you know you can get a vet’s note to buy medical pot for your pet?

Fittingly, this farce goes back underground on April Fool’s Day. Medical users can only order shipments from an approved commercial producer. u Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

‘Fittingly, this farce goes back underground on April Fool’s Day.’

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Incinerator wouldn’t burn off toxins To the Editor,

Seems that most of city planning is directed by the needs of developers, rather than overall concern for the community. It pains city staff and bureaucrats to detect anything wrong with a developer sweet talking about jobs and prosperity to the community.

It took years of protests for Nanaimo city personnel to concede that the com-

posting plant at Duke Point is doing a stinking job. Now the owners are asking from the city for an increase in tipping fees for each tonne of garbage taken at the site.

And that is just to enable the operation to meet original contractual obligations.

The unforgettable hellogoodbye stink continues to welcome ferry passengers and anyone that is unfortunate enough to work or live

in the surrounding area.

However, there is now another situation facing Nanaimo. Metro Vancouver’s garbage incinerator developers are prospecting for a location to export garbage and burn it. Nanaimo should do what several communities have already done: back away from incineration.

For developers, an incinerator is a gravy train, but

for the community and real estate it is bad news.

Burning trash contradicts any recycling and reusing efforts. It does not produce either cheap nor ‘green’ energy. Most chemical toxins do not really burn away.

They re-enter the environment as landfill ash, smoke, or vapours. Garbage in, garbage out.

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There’s no good reason for economic confidence To the Editor:

Re: Survey shows economic confidence, Jan. 30.

The proof is in the pudding they say. And when it comes to drastically improving the city’s economy, the Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation basically told council it’s still looking for the ingredients before it can even move on to reeling in the main course.

So when I hear the mayor praising the NEDC for reaching its 2013 goals, I have to ask what in the heck those goals were? Bottom line – unemployment is up, while the arms-length corporation got taxpayer funding to the tune of $1.25 million for the year.

Sure, we’ll be getting a new legal marijuana grow-op at Duke Point this year employing 40 people, a technology park is slated for Diver Lake and finally, groundbreaking for the long-awaited and muchtouted downtown hotel – but our unemployment rate actually increased from 4.4 per cent in December 2012 to 5.2 per cent in December of 2013.

Sorting through the NEDC rhetoric, the trumped-up surveys, indicators, tabulations and crystal ball gazing, the only solid thing I see for a growth industry in the city is the unemployment sector – unless, that is, you have a good high-paying government or quasi-government job.

Kevan Shaw Nanaimo

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School closures a reality everywhere To the Editor,

Re: Schools could use tax dollars, Letters, Jan. 28.

Seems to be a crime everywhere in B.C. to close schools but OK to close them in the other nine provinces.

Student enrolment is the key issue, and enrolment numbers will never return to what they used to be.

The newer generation is holding back on having children, and when they do, one child seems to be the norm. The whole idea of closing these schools is to keep the ones that are open at full capacity. Why keep a school open just to pay janitors, heating, lighting,

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maintenance, etc. when the building is half-full. These taxpayers that complain that schools are being closed are two-faced. Many of them have already downsized their living. Example, going to live in a condo,

because the house was now too big, and why pay for all the expenses when it is not needed.

Isn’t B.C. a province in Canada? These complainers don’t seem to think so.

Joe Sawchuk Duncan

Bridge might put end to Gabriola’s complaints To the Editor,

Re: Gabriola Island residents protest ferry reductions, Jan. 21.

Gabriola Island has always had a problem with living up to the times, and B.C. Ferries has always been a problem for them. They complain about the ferry cost, they complain when there was a bridge recommended and now they are complaining about a possible ferry cutback on their run.

I for one am getting sick and tired of supporting and subsidizing their way of life through my tax dollars.

I would whole-heartedly support them if they stood up and accepted a bridge to their pre-

cious island. Let’s face it, it would be more beneficial as far as real estate goes, and getting on and off the island would be much easier, and a bridge could be built very easily close to Dodd Narrows; the water is shallow there and close to the island. A win-win situation, getting to and from work, kids’ activities, shopping, real estate enhancement, and much more.

You would be able to control your life with out waiting or rushing to a ferry. Get with the times, residents of Gabriola, and this will cut down on your complaining.

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Charges result from bear spray Police arrested a man and a woman following a bear spraying incident in a Nanaimo hotel on the weekend.

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She was greeted by two men and a woman who bear sprayed her and then fled.

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Police said the suspects all know each other and have recommended charges of assault against a 27-year-old Nanaimo woman accused of spraying the victim. She will appear in Nanaimo provincial court May 6.

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True Service.

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1922 Schoolhouse Road Nanaimo, BC V9X 1T4

Finning (Canada)

A Professional Corporation

PA R T N E R

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CERTIFIED GENERAL ACCOUNTANTS

& ASSOCIATES LTD.

Johnston•Johnston

“Look Great, Eat Well” denturist.com

i

a

1 800 754-1907 michael.holyk@nbc.ca www.nbf.ca

250 754-4266

250 754-1111

24 HR. SERVICE

SPECIALIZING IN FIRE & FLOOD RESTORATION

#303-4300 Wellington Rd., Nanaimo, BC V9T 2H3

ACCLAIM RESTORATIONS

Email: office@acclaimrestorations.ca

Bus: 250-751-1752 Fax: 250-751-1782

Owner / Manager

Howard Shillito

(NANAIMO) LTD.

RESTORATIONS

Acclaim

National Bank Financial Ltd. 75 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5G3

Investment Advisor

Michael Holyk

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

For schedule see: www.nanaimotubbers.com

Call 250-740-7136 or 250-756-6670

PROVIDING A SAFE RIDE HOME

TIM STRUCH

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED

SERVICE ENGINE SOON!

4436 Boban Drive Nanaimo, BC V9T 5V9 T 250 729 3417 M 250 268 2008 F 250 751 8822 E dave.young@parkland.ca www.parkland.ca

Victoria Ph: 250.544.8866 Fax: 250.544.8322

410 Wentworth Street Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 3E1

Telphone: 250-754-1452

Bruce Senini, B.Sc., D.M.D.

DR. B.V. SENINI Inc.

A DIVISION OF PARKLAND FUEL CORP.

Manager: Fleet Optimization and Support, Pacific Region PARKLAND COMMERCIAL FUELS

Dave Young

NANAIMO Ph: 250.716.8855 Fax: 250.716.8833

2210 Wilgress Rd. Nanaimo, BC V9S 4N4 www.midislandautomotive.com

250 756-7 7871

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419 North Terminal Avenue Nanaimo, BC V9S 4J8 Ph: 250.753.2353 Fax: 250.753.3613 #23-1499 Huntley Street Parksville, BC V9P 1W3 Ph: 250.954.0331 Fax: 250.954.1506 Email: tim@pioneerfireplace.com www.pioneerfireplace.com

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POOL & SPA PIONEER FIREPLACE

2230 McCullough Rd., Nanaimo BC, V9S 4M8 www.berksintertruck.com

Berk’s Intertruck Ltd.

No alcohol permitted in dressing rooms.

The Smoke Zone • Queen’s Hotel Coca Cola • Five Star Embroidery The Wellington Pub

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR GAME SPONSORS

PROUD SUPPORTER & PARTNER OF THE NANAIMO TUBBERS HOCKEY CLUB.

contractor *24141

24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

TUBBER TRANSIT

Excellence Award Winner for Vancouver Island Trades Business of the Year

No job too big or too small

F: 250 - 751 - 8172 www.mazzeielectric.com Ucluelet: 250 - 726 - 1272

P: 250 - 751 - 1727

A FAMILY RUN BUSINESS WITH YOU IN MIND Residential ✺ Commercial ✺ Industrial

J.R. (Grant) Odgers owner Kevin McMaster owner 1881 East Wellington Rd., Box 273, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5K9

INSURANCE CLAIMS HANDLED PROMPTLY Tel: 250-754-2641 Fax: 250-754-2006 email: istruck@shaw.ca

TRUCK & EQUIPMENT SPECIALISTS IN Cab Repairs & Custom Painting Fibreglassing • Sandblasting CAR & PICK-UPS TO TRACTOR & TRAILERS, LOGGING TRUCKS

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CANADA

2213 McCullough Road, Nanaimo, BC V9S 4M7

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Thursday, February 13, 2014

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TED CARSON, Denturist CARSON DENTURE CLINIC

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Island Truck & Auto Collision Ltd.

Mid Island Consumers Services Co-operative

Community Relations

SUSAN URBAN

kerrycoulson@gmail.com

150 Skinner Street Nanaimo, BC V9R 7A6

sales@trenddiesel.com Website: trenddiesel.com

#18 Fifth Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 4W9

Unit #3, 84 Robarts Street, Nanaimo TEL 250-754-3201 FAX 250-754-3205 1-800-263-3533 nrobertshaw@hotmail.com

NATHAN ROBERTSHAW RDT

Mack Sales & Service of Nanaimo ltd.

Richard Mayer

Soil Manufacturing • Bulk Soils Wholesale Distribution

Good Luck To All Teams!

www.nanaimobulletin.com

STEVE FERENCZI

DRIVE A GOOD BARGAIN

NANAIMO & VICTORIA LOCATIONS

#1 - 4488 Wellington Road • Nanaimo, BC • V9T 2H3 P: 250.758.8383 • F: 250.758.8380 • E: mjohnston@jjacga.com

J J & A

1950 EAST WELLINGTON RD TEL: 250.753.1555 / 1.800.663.7381 NANAIMO, BC, CANADA CELL: 250.714.4708 V9S 5V2 FAX: 250.753.5443 “Now Selling Aluminum” www.ajforsyth.ca John.johnson@afjorsyth.ca

BRANCH MANAGER

John R. Johnson

A Division of Russel Metals Inc.

A.J. FORSYTH

1431 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, B.C. V9S 1G4

Tel: 250.753.2632 | Fax: 250.753.7441 Mobile: 250.729.5533

K & S Petroleum Sales 33 Maki Road, Nanaimo BC V9R 6Z9

Nanaimo Agency

Commercial & Industrial Agent

K.D. (Kerry) Coulson

email: diw@diw.ca

Tel: (250) 746-5147 ❘ Fax: (250) 748-5100

2911 Allenby Road, Duncan, B.C. V9L 6W2

(1990) LTD.

DUNCAN IRON WORKS

SUPPORTING LOCAL HOCKEY

7 Victoria Road, Nanaimo, BC V9R 4N9 Phone: 250-716-0323 Fax: 250-716-0327

Mike Atherton, President Dean Andrichuk, Chef

250-753-0042 • acmefoodco.ca 14 Commercial Street

Now Offering a West Coast Inspired Menu

BE HISTORIC BE NANAIMO BE ACME FOOD CO.

Email: badams@westernbelting.ca Tf: 1-866-787-2358 Ph: (250) 758-2358 Fx: (250) 758-0773 6 - 4386 Boban Drive, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6A7

CONVEYOR BELTS SINCE 1959

Cell: (250) 616-7514

Brian Adams Branch Manager

www.nanaimobulletin.com

quarterway@telus.net

Pub: 754-2733 Pub Fax: 754-2767 Liq. Store: 754-2711 Store Fax: 754-2713

Owner/G.M.

Marty Morelli

837 Old Victoria Rd Nanaimo, BC V9R 5Z9

Friday.............. 10 am - 11 pm Saturday ............... 8 am - 11 pm

FRANK CRANE/CLIFF McNABB

★ LICENSED BEER GARDEN / VALID ID REQUIRED ★ NIC / CLIFF McNABB

Friday.............10 am - 11 pm Saturday ............. 8 am - 11 pm Sunday.................7 am - 5 pm

NANAIMO ICE CENTRE

GAMES RUN

2375 Hayes Road Nanaimo BC V9T3X3 www.regionalrecycling.ca

YOUR ONE STOP RECYCLING SHOP

REGIONAL RECYCLING

BUS: (250) 754-4456 MBL: (250) 668-4456 FAX: (250) 754-2173 EMAIL: dean_ferguson@kaltire.com

DEAN FERGUSON, Manager

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Neil Roine

Phone: (250) 758-5622 Fax: (250) 758-6775

33 ANNUAL TUBBERS’ CUP Tel: 250.616.8459 paul@regionalrecycling.ca

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Dr. Rebecca M. Butchart, DMD

Drr. Derek Chase, Inc.

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Open 4pm daily Reservations available

Nanaimo 350 Robson Street (Downtown) 250-741-1111

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If you’re looking for someplace special to take the focus of your affections, Nanaimo has Valentine’s Day happenings to liven up the evening or maybe even help kick off a romantic weekend.

Spice up your Valentine’s Day with something other than cinnamon hearts Friday (Feb. 14) when Vindicated Vixen Events presents its first burlesque show of 2014 at the Cambie. Contests, prizes and treats round out the evening. Doors open at 8 p.m. $10 per person.

Don’t cry the Valentine’s Day blues – boogie to them with the King of Hearts Singles Club and Vancouver Island blues band Lazy Mike and the Rockin’ Recliners, known for bringing a passionate performance to any party. Bring a friend, meet a friend or bring your sweetheart for the night at Royal Canadian Legion Branch No.10 Friday, from 7 p.m. to midnight. Tickets are $15; $12/legion members and available in advance or at

the door. For more information, please visit the King of Hearts Singles Club website at www.kingofheartssingles club.ca/events.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the folks who speak the language of love at the 2014 Maple Sugar Festival du Sucre d’Érable. The event runs Friday to Sunday (Feb. 14-16) at Beban Park and includes a family Valentine’s Day dance and a weekend of celebrating FrenchCanadian culture. There will be a variety of performers, plus French-Canadian food including maple sugar toffee.

The Cranberry Arms Hotel is hosting a dance for romance Friday in Cedar featuring party rock by Hygrade, from 7:30-11:30 p.m.

People looking for a family friendly, disability friendly, non-alcoholic Valentine’s celebration can find one at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, which is hosting the Valentine’s Community Dance at its hall at 100 Chapel St., Saturday (Feb. 15) 6-9 p.m. The event is open to everyone and features high-tech lighting, music video and a photo slideshow. It’s like a nightclub atmosphere, except it’s non-alcoholic with snacks, drinks and prize giveaways with DJ Rock and Fullspec-

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trum spinning the tunes from all eras. Admission is a $2 suggested donation to cover costs. For more information, please visit the Nanaimo Community Dance Facebook page at www.facebook.com/nanaimocommunitydances.

There’s still time to get in on a chance to win a $1,500 date downtown in the grand prize for Downtown Nanaimo Business Improvement Association’s Picture Sweetheart contest draw.

Snap a shot of yourself with your sweetheart at any of 15 Picture It locations downtown and post your shot on the business association’s Facebook page. The winners will be selected Monday (Feb. 17). For more information, please visit the business improvement association’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/downtown.nanaimo.bia.

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MILLER,

July 9, 1927 ~ December 13, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Jeanne Miller on December 13, 2013 in Nanaimo, BC. She was predeceased by her husband, Leslie (Dusty) Miller; her parents, Nelson Poushay and Mary Simpson (Stewart) Poushay. Jeanne is survived by her daughters, Marcia Miller and Linda (Brian) Schiebel; grandchildren: Brian Schiebel and Kari (Jason) Rickards; greatgrandchildren: Dakota and Bryce Schiebel and Demi Rickards.

Special thanks to Dr. Kennedy, Nanaimo Home Support, the staff of Nanaimo Seniors Village, dear friends, Chris Potvin and Betty Skelly of Port Colborne, ON. Jeanne’s unconditional love & kindness will always be remembered by her family & friends.

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Ursula M. Sunley July 29,1927 - January 23,2014 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear, loving wife and Mom after a lengthy illness. Mom was able to be at home in Qualicum Beach until she went to the Palliative Care Unit at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital for a short period before her passing. Ursula is survived by her devoted husband of 63 years, Len; daughter Christine(Kootnekoff); son David; and her last remaining sibling of 10, sister, Christa Dovell(Sutherland)of Parksville.

Dad and I would like to extend our gratitude to Oceanside Home Support - special mention to nurse, Raymonde, for all of the kindness, care and compassion you gave Mom. Mom was a true inspiration to her family and friends that knew her. She had an incredible love for life and showed relentless strength through all that she faced.

Ursula will never, ever be forgotten.

No service by request.

Mom, "You are the wind beneath my wings".

I am honored to be your daughter.

October 24, 1930 ~ January 26, 2014 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Penny Nienhuis on January 26, 2014 in Nanaimo, B.C. Survived by her son, Ken Fry; his wife, Laurie; and granddaughter, Brittnay Fry. She will be laid to rest following cremation, in Lacombe, AB. There will be no service as per Penny’s request.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made, in her memory, to a charity of your choice.

Penny will be sadly missed by her family and friends. “We will always love you and miss you... forever.�

ION, Caroline Elizabeth 1921 ~ 2014 “Faith, Commitment, Gratitude, Integrity�

Caroline was an amazing woman who lived by these words. She did her best to instill such virtues in all those she loved. She was an Associate of the Sisterhood of Saint John the Divine.

Caroline was born at New Waterford, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia on January 17, 1921. She died at Nanaimo, B.C. on February 9, 2014. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of over 62 years, Nelson Morris; older son, Nelson Edward (Ted); parents, Edward and Violet Young; brother, the Reverend Canon Allan Young, his wife Doris and their son, David and daughter-inlaw, Nancy Ion. Left to mourn are her loving son, Richard Goddon (Rita); grandchildren: Jayme Elizabeth, Mark Nelson (Jessica), and Casey; great-grandson, Chase Kennedy, all of Florida; daughter-in-law, Linda Ion Hangartner (Jake) of Maui, and niece, Jan Hill (Graham) of Sooke, B.C. A celebration of Caroline’s life will be held at St. Marks Anglican Church, 138 Hoy Lake Rd, Qualicum Beach, BC on Saturday, February 15, 2014 at 2:00 pm. Reception will follow in the church hall.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to BC Cancer Foundation, 2410 Lee Ave., Victoria, BC V8R 6V5, or the charity of your choice.

In

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loving memory

In Loving Memory of

JoLaine Louise Waffle-Zimmer March 14, 1965 ~ February 4, 2013

Memories don’t fade, they just grow deep; For the one we loved, but could not keep.

We hold back tears, when we speak your name; But the ache in our hearts remains the same.

No one knows the sorrow we share; When the family meets and you’re not there.

We laugh, we smile, we play the part; Behind it all, lie heavy hearts.

Unseen, unheard, you’re always near; So loved, so missed, so very dear.

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In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On October 6, 2013, at Hammond Bay Road, just South of Neck Point Park, Nanaimo, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Nanaimo RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: a 2001 BMW 325I, BCLP: 887SVT, VIN: WBAAV33411FU79353, a Nokia cell phone, and an iPhone, all on or about 16:25 Hours.

The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been used in the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (Possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada.

Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2014-1915, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for

disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice.

A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published.

You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On October 7, 2013, at the 400 block of Nottingham Drive, Nanaimo, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Nanaimo RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $4,920 CAD, on or about 19:00 Hours.

The subject property was seized because there was a warrant authorized by the court pursuant to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada to seize evidence in respect of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (Possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada.

Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2014-1917, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil

Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice.

A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published.

You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

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CALL FOR ENTRIES 12TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Art & Bloom Festival.

Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show.

In a spectacular outdoor setting.

May 17, 18 and 19 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901

Denied Long-Term Disability BeneďŹ ts or Other Insurance?

LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Winter Special.

2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891

THE 5th annual WCOWMA-BC Convention & Trade Show will be held at the South Thompson Inn and Conference Centre (3438 Shuswap Road) in Kamloops on February 20 - 23, 2014. Workshops, open forum discussions, networking opportunities and door prizes. Trade show admission is complimentary. Don’t miss the only wastewater trade show and convention in BC. More info at www.wcowma-bc.com

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CALICO CAT TEAHOUSE Now accepting resumes for part-time cooks. No phone calls please. Apply in person to 1081 Haliburton Street.

FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION

and protect your right to compensation. 778.588.7049 Toll Free: 1.888.988.7052 Julie@LawyersWest.ca www.LawyersWest.ca

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

You can also go to http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2013 BBB Accredited Business Directory LOOKING FOR the whereabouts of C.F. Single & S.W. Single. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of these people, please phone 1-204-2244815 and leave a message.

DWELLING PLACE Health Care Services Ltd requires a Dietary Technician to help with the planning and supervising of food service operations in the health care facility.

Full/Part time. Only those short listed will be contacted.

Reply: c/o Nanaimo News Bulletin, 777 Poplar St., Nanaimo, BC V9S 2H7 File #360

An opportunity for a parttime Accountant Level 1 position is available in our Support Services department. This is a part-time position and will commence as soon as possible. The salary grade is that of Group 3 on the union salary scale.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume outlining your qualifications by 4:00 pm February 14, 2014 to: Kimberley Judson, CHRP Manager, HR & Communication Ladysmith & District Credit Union kjudson@ldcu.ca For a full description of the job posting, please see our website www.ldcu.ca and click “Careers�.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BE YOUR Own Boss. Operate a mini-outlet office from home.

Free on-line training. www.freedom-unlimited.info WESTON Bakeries Limited is proud to be a bakery leader in Canada, specializing in producing a wide variety of baked goods. There is an excellent business opportunity in the Nanaimo , BC area for an energetic, motivated, self-starter to purchase a route as an independent distributor of Weston products within a defined geographic territory. Included is a solid customer base and exclusive distribution rights to a growing business. Interested individuals please contact Guy Burton via phone (1-604-363-3767)

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INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN Harmac Pacific, a division of Nanaimo Forest Products Ltd., currently has an opening within our I.T. Department. We are looking for an IT professional to fill a one year position (32hrs / week) that will require the successful applicant to assist with day-to-day technical support as well as upcoming large IT projects. Must be self-motivated and have the ability to function with minimal instruction, excellent customer service, communication and problem solving skills.

We are inviting applicants that have the following skills, training and experience to apply: • College degree in computer science or equivalent • 3 + years experience in IT Technical Support • Strong knowledge of Windows Workstations/Servers, hardware and software, networking • Experience in IT Project rollouts • Good interpersonal and teamwork skills Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Interested Candidates are invited to submit a resume to: Mail: Administration Office, Harmac Pacific, 1000 Wave Place, Nanaimo , B.C., V9X 1J2 Fax: (250) 722-4370 or Email: info@harmacpacific.com EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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INFORMATION SESSIONS Thursday, 30 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm Thursday,January February 20 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm Thursday, February 20 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm Thursday,March March from 5:00pm - 6:00pm Thursday, 66 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm - Seats still available for March 24 start date - Excellent pass rate on the National Exams - Math, English and Biology upgrades available on Campus

NANAIMO: 250.754.9600

6 - 140 TERMINAL AVENUE OR VISIT SPROTTSHAW.COM

WANTED SALAL Pickers. Experience an asset.

Call (604)740-5419.

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Inside Sales Representative (Vancouver Island)

Van-Kam Freightways has an opening for a Inside Sales Representative working out of our Nanaimo Office with responsibility for the sales growth on Vancouver Island.

The successful applicant must be self motivated and have above average organizational, customer service and negotiation skills.

In addition you should be a self-disciplined team player, goal oriented and have at least intermediate excel skills. Send a detailed resume to: careers@vankam.com or Fax 604 587-9889 www.vankam.com “Van Kam is an Equal Oportunity Employer Committed to Environmental Responsibility�

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC (Northern Vancouver Island)

AREA FORESTER

(Mainland Coast Forest Operations) Detailed job postings can be viewed at

www.westernforest.com/business-value/our-people-employment/careers

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive beneĂ°ts package.

If you believe that you have the skills and qualiĂ°cations, and want to experience the special West Coast lifestyle reply in conĂ°dence to: Human Resources Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

HELP WANTED

PRACTICAL NURSING

EXPERIENCED LINE Cooks, P/T or F/T and experienced Bartenders & Servers. Call 250-468-1735.

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INSTRUCTOR LOGGING FUNDAMENTALS TRAINING PROGRAM Western Forest Products Inc. is currently seeking a seasoned individual with a background in logging and a demonstrated ability to teach basic logging skills. This is a contract position.

For more information, please visit us at: www.westernforest.com/business-value/our-people/employment/careers

Thank you for your interest, however only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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

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Career Opportunity Service Manager.

Dave Landon Motors Ltd. is seeking applicants for the position of Service Manager.

The successful candidate must have previous experience, possess superior organizational skills, be an effective communicator and be able to provide exceptional customer service. Dave Landon Motors offers an excellent compensation plan along with a full benefits package to the successful candidate. To be considered please e- mail your completed resume with references to the attention of Todd Landon at dlsales@telus.net

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PERSONAL SERVICES

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

FINANCIAL SERVICES

CLEANING SERVICES

MOVING & STORAGE

FUEL/FIREWOOD

JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS Fort McMurray & Leduc Alberta Gladiator Equipment Ltd. has immediate positions for Journeyman Heavy Duty, off road Certified Mechanics for work in Fort McMurray and Leduc, Alberta. Excellent wages and benefits. www.gladiatorequipment.com fax 1-780-986-7051. hr@gladiatorequipment.com

TAXIDERMIST full time position required to work in fast pace environment. Must have 5 years experience working on North American and African species and habitat re-creation. $ 25 per hour. Email resume to Kania Industries Inc Nanaimo. info@kania.net

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FURNITURE

www.mrsparkle.net 250-714-6739

Call Jonathan

PAINTING

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

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

MECHANIC

Required F/T for Vancouver Outboard. Primary duties will include maintenance troubleshooting and repair of diesel & gas marine engines.

Knowledgeable in vessel electrical systems is an asset. Must have own tools and a valid drivers license.

Exc. Compensation Based On Experience.

Please forward resume: vancouveroutboard@ telus.net

COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660.

1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).

MR. SPARKLE CLEANING SERVICES “Since 1992” Roof Demossing, Vinyl Siding Window & Gutter Cleaning

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

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

EDUCATION/TUTORING TUTOR FOR Math or Science.

Higher grades = better opportunities. Call (250)714-9427 or email: kirkclarke@hotmail.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CLEANING SERVICES AWESOME RESULTS home or office cleaning. Country Club area. Weekly or Bi-weekly. Brenda, (250)756-7922.

CAT SITTING in my home.

Safe, loving environment. No cages. 7day to long term stay.

Limited space. 250-740-5554

COFFEE TABLE, 60” x 19”, good cond, solid wood construction, $100. 2 end tables, $60 ea. 1 (250)756-2694 QUEEN MATTRESS & BOX. Brand new. European Pillowtop. $200. (250)713-9680 Queen size sofa bed by Lazy Boy. Hardly used. Comfortable quality mattress, spotless.

Slate blue & beige fabric. Cost $900, asking $300. 250-7529200 ROXTON MAPLE dinning room set; round table with 2 leaves, 4 chairs with glass door hutch on buffet. Excellent condition. Asking $900. Call (250)722-3204.

Two matching Lazy Boy recliners. Clean, grey-brown fabric. $250 /pair OBO 250-246-1481 WHITE CABINET, custom made, base 30” high, 8 feet long, top piece is 60” high.

Asking $400 firm.

Call (250)586-3339.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

GARAGE SALES

PLUMBING

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

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

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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

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

DYNAMITE DEAN’S Rubbish Removal. Prompt, professional service. “No Messing Around!”

250-616-0625, 250-754-6664.

GARDENING

PETS

TREE PRUNING HEDGE/SHRUB MAINTENANCE

PET CARE SERVICES

Call the qualified specialist... certified Garden Designer/Arborist

Ivan 250-758-0371

ANTIQUES/VINTAGE

LEMON TREE Housekeeping.

Home and office. Call Heidi (250)802-1984.

HELP WANTED

A-ONE PAINTING and Wallpapering. Serving Nanaimo for 30 years. Senior Discount.

Free estimates. 250-585-6499

ANTIQUE LAMPS, crystal, ceramic smalls, tables, framed prints, dressers. View daily 1pm-4pm. (250)754-3389.

HELP WANTED

ANTIQUES Antique round solid wood coffee table 33” diam. Antique gramma-phone; Victrola tall cabinet type. Antique oak cabinet 44”w x 18”d and misc items. Call 250-757-2007

DIVER LAKE, Sat & Sun,Mar 15th & 16th, 9-3. Fishing, hand & power tools, sports, camping, electrical, hsehld, electronics. 2651 Labieux Rd.

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

APPLIANCES All White-Good Working Order Fridge 18 cu ft. $100 , 30” Self Cleaning Range-$100., Under the counter D/W-$75.

Microwave $25.

Call 1-204-981-6243

Due to Tremendous Growth and Expansion we are in need of

EXPERIENCED SALES PROFESSIONALS

HELP WANTED

Labour Relations Officer BC Ferry & Marine Workers’ Union Internal and External Applications Accepted The BC Ferry & Marine Workers’ Union requires a Labour Relations Officer to work from our Nanaimo Office.

Qualifications: Experience in the trade union movement is essential. Applicants must have extensive knowledge of and experience in grievance handling, administration of benefit plans, arbitral law and collective bargaining.

Applicants must hold a valid BC Driver’s License.

The position is covered by the Unifor 467 /BCFMWU Collective Agreement which includes a full benefits package and inclusion in the Public Service Pension Plan. Details are available upon request.

Submit applications with resumes by 4:30pm, Friday, February 28, 2014 to: Chris Abbott, Provincial President c/o Ellen Oxman, Office Manager BC Ferry & Marine Workers’ Union 1511 Stewart Avenue Nanaimo BC V9S 4E3 Phone: 1-800-663-7009 (within BC) or 250-716-3454 Fax: 250-716-3455

CONNECTING BUYERS AND SELLERS

www.bcclassified.com

Those applicants deemed qualified will be contacted for an interview.

4777 Isl. Hwy. North (Across from Long Lake), Nanaimo

K.P.K.

– Goldsmith Inc. –

RETAIL/REPAIR SHOP ASSISTANT Permanent, 5 day/30 hr+ per week position. The ideal candidate possesses good communication skills, retail sales experience and the ability to do basic repairs. Assets are computer design skills, jewelry knowledge, good eyesight and manual dexterity.

Deadline for applications is February 14, 2014.

Please submit a handwritten cover letter with your resume, in person to: KPK Goldsmith, 150-6631 Island Hwy. N., Nanaimo.

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HELP WANTED

All applicants should have related experience and understand the importance of team harmony and superior customer service.

Have fun, sell cars, make money….SIMPLE!!

Applicants’ should send resumes via either, FAX: 250-729-7993, E-MAIL: kevin@galaxymotors.net or WEB: http://galaxymotors.net/contact-us

FREE ITEMS FREE FREEZER. 51”L x 27”W x36”H, good working cond.

(250)390-9075, Lantzville.

HANDYPERSONS OLD FASHIONED HANDYMAN Drywall, tile, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, full baths, Quality work. Reasonable prices. 250-616-9095.

HAULING AND SALVAGE FREE QUOTES: Same Day Rubbish, any Hauling, Yard Waste. 250-668-6851.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS ALL TRADES- Home updates? Hardwood, Tile, Laminate, Kitchen & Bath Reno’s.

All exterior Roofing, Siding, Decks & Fencing. References available. 250-722-0131.

BLUE OX Home ServicesExpert Renovation & Handyman Services. Refs & Insured.

Call 250-713-4409, visit us at: www.Blueoxhomeservices.ca

FRIENDLY FRANK FOOZE BALL table, brand new, $75. Call (250)802-1232.

NICE Chesterfield- matching chair, floral design, on casters. $69. Call (250)244-4415.

ORNAMENTAL CHANDELIER type light fittings, $15 obo. Call (250)751-1688.

PORCELAIN DOLL, brand new still in box, $75. Call (250)754-2734.

PORCELAIN DOLLS- “Hilda & Patches”, German made 1980. $25/e. (250)758-9447.

QUEEN-SIZED brushed stainless steel decorative head board w/rails. $99.

Call (250)390-0518.

SHOTGUN SHELLS, 12 gauge, lead shot only; 4, 5, 6, 7.5. 8 boxes, $8 per box. 1 (250)729-0875

MOVING & STORAGE

TODDLER’S BED, 53x28, 13”H w/mattress & bedding; clean. $50. 250-758-1051.

2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)753-6633.

WINE MAKING equipment.

Carboids, corks, solution and all accessories. $99 obo.

(250)754-3703

MOVING, Deliveries. “Lower Price.” Job Quotes or hourly rate. Jason (250)668-6851

WOODEN COMPUTER desk w/hutch: 43”W, 20”D, 56”H; and comfortable desk chair; $85. 1 (250)585-0201

PAINTING

PAINTING

Admissions Officer, International Education Comox Valley Campus Please go to http://careers.nic.bc.ca for further criteria, required qualifications and information on how to apply to posting #100663.

Interior • Exterior • Residential • Commercial

CALL FOR A FREE QUOTE! Doug Bull

250.713.6106

paintmaster604@hotmail.com

BRAND NEW Wheelchair $2000, Walker $150. and shower stool $40., or $2000 for all 3, obo. 250-248-4064 DELUXE GOLDEN Breeza, power-lift recliner, tan leather.

New at $3100; Sell $2200 obo.

(250)754-3703.

FORTRESS 2000 Scooter, used 42hrs. New: $4,000. Selling: $2900 obo. Call (250)7543703.

NEXUS WALKER with basket, near new condition, $175 obo.

Call (250)802-8244.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 1 OMEGA juicer (Model #8003) $200, 1 CPAP breathing machine, like new, $350.

Call (250)933-3900.

1 stove, $20. 1 Kenmore Stacker Dryer with new motor.

Needs heat element. $100.

Deep freeze $80. 7 white aluminum windows all for $250 or sold separate. Various sizes.

Open to offers 250-752-0169 ARROWSMITH GOLF and Country Club full membership for sale. Call (250)752-1490 CEDAR CHEST, Antique Tea Wagon & Desk. 2 Casual Arm Chairs, BBQ, patio table, umbrella and 4 chairs. Side tables and lamps. Call 250-954-1771 DOWNSIZING Hand & Electric Tools 10 x 5 Billiard Slate Table 100 lb Lino Roller Carpet Cutter 2 briefcases Wine Corboy Lifter 6”x20” Timber Steel Rollers Lrg.Cap. Sawdust Vaccum Tooled Saddle, Mens jewellry And more!

250-248-4495 FISHING RODS (11) and two tackle boxes, loaded; $800 obo. (250)245-7454 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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LAZY-BOY Reclining Love Seat leather burgundy in good condition. $200. KENMORE side by side door Fridge/Freezer, water & ice dispensers.

A1 Condition. $100. Call 250-468-7909

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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.

LOG LATHE, for making log homes or pillars w/spare parts.

Cat power plant - tandem dump truck & fork lifts. Offers.

(250)732-3239 (250)743-3198 NEW AREA Rug red w/black & white, bought, $300, sell $150. 7’lx5w. (250)585-7744.

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED WANTED TO buy Salal and other Evergreens.

Call (604)740-5419.

TOOLS CLEANING OUT Workshop: saws, tools, shop vac, etc. $1500. obo. (250)245-7454

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS

QUALITY GARDEN SHEDS Gazebos, pergolas, follies, greenhouses, studios, storage & more. Call 250-951-0855 ATTENTION SENIORS Central Duncan 954 sq.ft. second floor. Reduced to $151,900, 55+ building @ 650 Dobson Rd. Call 250-815-0866

TORO SNOW BLOWER, near new, used only 10 hours. 8HP, with chains, 26” cut. $700. obo. (250)724-1043.

QUALICUM BEACH440 Schley Place. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1150 sq.ft., top floor. Gas fireplace, elevator, N/S, 1 small pet allowed. $225,000.

May consider lease/purchase.

Phone 250-594-8097

DOWNTOWN NANAIMO: 355 Stewart. Beautiful top floor, ocean view, 2bdrm, 2bath.

1100sq.ft.; vaulted ceilings, block to sea wall & Yacht Club. Complete reno, engineered maple flooring & tiles, granite countertops, new stainless appli’s, slate FP; 2 patios, and 2 underground prkg stalls. $249,900. (250)591-7572

DUPLEX/4-PLEX OPEN HOUSE- Sat & Sun, every weekend, 1-4pm. New Duplex’s For Sale, Duncan, BC at 5909, 5911 Stone Haven Rd in Stone Manor Estate’s (behind Hospital) both properties are 1850sq ft 3 bdrms, 4 bath, 5 appls and much more, $309,000 includes gst.

New Home For Sale: 5887 Stone Haven Rd, 2050sq ft, 2 bdrm+ den+ rec room heat pump, 5 appls, built-in vac, $384,000 includes gst, on bus route near hospital.

Call Gord (250)710-1947.

FOR SALE BY OWNER HERITAGE HOTEL 30 rooms mixed commercial for sale.

Asking $399,000.

Call (250)735-0649.

LADYSMITH: OCEAN view updated home on 6.5 acres.

3bdrm up, unfinished basement. Zoned R1. 5111 Brenton Page Road. $429,000.

(250)245-8950

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.

OPEN HOUSE 650 Alexander Dr. Sat. Feb. 15. 12-2pm.

Move-In Ready. Mint Condition. $289,000. 250-923-8445 or 250-202-0197.

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO CLOSE TO Downtown. Large self contained Studio, $595.

Small pet ok. 250-668-7462.

ROYSTON - 4347 Briardale Rd. 1816 sqft (main floor: 1066 spft). 3 bdrm/1 bath up, 1 bdrm/1 bath down. Ph: 250871-5222 Earl or Jeanette

DOWNTOWN NANAIMO- 1 bdrm furnished, city/ocean view, quiet bldg. NS/NP. Refs.

(250)753-1930.

DOWNTOWN NANAIMO: Top floor, corner, 2bdrm, ocean view. 5appli’s. Free super-fast wifi throughout bldg. March 1st. $910. 1 (250)754-2207 DOWTOWN NANAIMO: Top floor, corner, 2bdrm, ocean view. 5appli’s. Free super-fast wifi throughout bldg. March 1st. $910. 1 (250)754-2207

NORTH NANAIMO- 107 Harpooner Place (off McGirr) 2100sq ft, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, ocean mtn views, cul-de-sac, close to schools, lrg fenced yrd, new kitchen & roof, beautiful deck, lot size 7600sqft. $389,000. (250)756-6125.

SOUTH NANAIMO: $233,900.

613 Bruce Ave. 1700sq.ft.

3bdrm. Older home, lots of updates: flooring, electrical, roof, paint, etc. trkrblaz@telus.net or call Dave (250)591-1210

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Well kept bldg, 1 bdrm $625 incl heat & hot water, available now. N/S, 1 small pet welcome. 250-246-1033. www.meicorproperties.com

LARGE 1-BDRM. Ocean view, Terminal Park area.

NS/NP. Heat/ hot water incld. $675./mo. Avail now. Senior’s discount. Call 250-619-2910.

Meicor Properties Ladysmith: 1 bdrm $690/mo and 2 bdrm grnd flr $800/mo.

Avail March 1st. Incl. heat & hot water, small pets OK. 250-924-6966. www.meicorproperties.com NANAIMO: 1 bedroom suites avail Feb & Mar., rents starting @$525. H/W included, on bus route, close to VIU & shopping, No Smoking & No Pets, 1 yr lease. Call (250)754-8411 NANAIMO: BACHELOR with harbour view. Quiet. Private, spotless. Good building, intercom, elevator. Free hot water.

NS/NP. Refs. $585/mo. Call Mark/Don 250-753-8633.

NANAIMO: CLEAN, bright and quiet 2 bdrm. Private, spotless. In good building, intercom, elevator. Free hot water. NS/NP. Refs. $750/mo.

Call Mark/Don 250-753-8633.

NANAIMO: QUIET, clean and comfortable 1 bdrm for March 1. Central location,intercom, elevator. Free hot water. N/S, N/P. Refs. $675/mo. Call Mark/Don 250-753-8633.

UPPER LANTZVILLE- 1 bdrm in detached house. F/S, WD, hydro and internet incld. Quiet!

NS/NP. Long term, $750. Call 250-716-6797

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LADYSMITH 55+, one-level townhouse, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, nice kitchen, yard, garage. Pet OK. Call 250-924-4398.

HOSPITAL/BOWEN AREA 1 & 2 Bdrms, adult bldg, security cameras. New windows, flooring. Near shops. Sm pet ok. $695+ FREE Heat & H/W. Call 250-753-6656

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TERMINAL PARK Mall Hospital area- 2 bdrms, quiet building with security cameras.

Free storage & parking, renovated, new paint & carpet.

Available Mar 1. $750+. Call 250-754-2936.

INVITATION TO OFFER Lease of a Residential House Pender Island

1988 CAMRY- excellent maintenance, records available, new tires and winter tires.

Great gas mileage. Suitable for Student or great 2nd car. $2500. (250)586-4716.

2011 SUBARU. Legacy Sedan. 35K. Silver. Navigation Package, Leather Seats. Back up camera. $22,500.

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COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL Commercial space available at Timberlands Mobile Home Park, 3581 Hallberg Rd. Suitable for restaurant or small grocery. Call 250-245-3647.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES UNIVERSITY AREA- 1/2 duplex, 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 1200sqft. $1095/mo+ hydro.

No dogs. Available Feb 1st.

Steve (250)667-3009.

HOMES FOR RENT ARE YOU paying $1200+ for rent? Rent to Own! Own a new 1600sq ft, 2 bdrm + den townhouse with new home warranty for similar payments. Stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, garage & more. If interested, call (250)754-5327.

CINNABAR 3BDRM upper, 1bath & ensuite, priv entry, near schools. 1/2 acre fenced yard, garage, lrg deck. F/S, W/D. $1,200 + utils. Refs req’d. (250)754-3703.

COLLEGE- 3 BDRM, 1000 sq ft, 5 new appls, windows, fenced yard, sunroom, deck, carport. NS/NP. Refs. $1100.

Avail Mar 1. (250)754-1511.

FRENCH CREEK- 3 bdrm, 2 bath renovated. 5 appl’s, carport, landscaped, across from beach. $1600./mo. Avail. Feb. 1st. 1-(905)634-9144 or mikemacneil937@hotmail.com FULLY FURNISHED 4 bdrm home in quiet neighbourhood central Nanaimo. $1500.

(250)754-2734.

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

The RCMP is inviting offers to lease a detached house in the area of North Pender Island. The house must have a minimum of 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with covered parking; must meet BC Building code (1998). Pets allowed.

1990 FIREFLY. 129,745 kms.

3 Cylinder, 5 speed. $1000.

Call Cell: 604-897-1954 or 250-752-5076

Lease term of 3 years with 2 x 3-year renewal option.

Required for April 1, 2014.

Interested parties, please contact RCMP Leasing E & M Division; and Quote Lease Project # M2989-14-L001 for an Offer package.

Tel: (778) 290-2782 Email: ediv_leasing.po1.ediv1@ rcmp-grc.gc.ca

1999 BUICK Century Classic, Good Condition, Fully Loaded $2000 OBO. 250-914-0902

All Offers must be received by March 3, 2014 at 1400h.

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1999 DODGE Pickup- 6 new tires, front end joints replaced, Cummins diesel engine. 250758-8930, 604-815-9075.

2004 TOYOTA Sienna, $4000 obo. 7 passenger minivan with all power options. Runs great, exc. gas mileage, grey ext/int.

Auto trans, A/C, keyless remote, stereo/CD player, tire pressure monitoring, rear window defrost. Call (250)5339357.

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2001 Pontiac Grand AM SE, 2.4 L4, 104,200 km, AM/FM, compact disc, cruise and power locks, air cond. $3850. Ex. condition. (250) 715-0875

Agents submitting an Offer must provide RCMP with a letter from the owner authorizing them to do so.

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N/S, No Partiers. $800/mo.

250-756-9746.

2001 MERCURY Grand Marquis. Silver, new Michelin tires, 148,000 km, tinted windows, leather, loaded, dual exhaust.

Drive in luxury, immaculate condition, $4900, OBO. Call (250)727-1122 (Cobble Hill)

TOWNHOUSES QUATERWAY AREA- 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 1200sqft. $1095/mo+ hydro. Swimming pool. No dogs. Steve (250)667-3009.

‘97 SOUTHWIND STORM.34 ft Class A Gas GM 65,000 miles, big slide A/C’s. Levelers, gen.set, queen bed walk around. Too much to list.

Come & look. 778-455-4589

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2006 DODGE SLT 1500 Quad cab 4x4. 5.7 Hemi, new 20� tires. Excellent condition. Lady driven 98000 Km. $16000, obo. Call 250-730-0346.

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

HAMMOND BAY area: Brand new 2 bdrm suite, laundry & hydro incl’d. $950. NS/NP, ref’s. Avail now. Close to Rutherford school. 250-618-6020.

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BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

The VIU Mariners teams are playoff bound and pretty much playoff ready. The important thing to do now is not to let up.

Vancouver Island University’s men’s and women’s basketball teams play their final home games of the season this Friday (Feb. 14) and Saturday at the VIU gym, hosting the Langara Falcons and the Douglas Royals, respectively.

The men’s M’s (14-4) had a bit of a lull bookending the Christmas holidays, but have won four straight.

“Your seasons are going to go through some peaks and valleys,” said Matt Kuzminski, the team’s coach. “Our goal is to be as good as we can by the end of the season, which is coming up quite quick and I think we’re trending in that area.”

The coach said he really thinks his guys are learning how to win.

“We’re learning what kind of shots we want to get, how to get stops,” Kuzminski said.

“So we feel pretty good going forward. We just need to keep getting better.”

Clayton Billett, Mariners guard, said players feel as

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Quest Kermodes player Jose Colorado, left, defends against Vancouver Island University Mariners opponent Harrison Stupich during Saturday afternoon’s PacWest game at the VIU gymnasium.

though the team is taking the right direction.

“This is the best time to play your best basketball…” Billett said. “We’re just going to keep trying to get better every day and hopefully play our best basketball in the playoffs when it matters.”

VIU’s men’s basketball team scored a pair of convincing

wins over the long weekend., defeating the Capilano Blues 80-67 on Friday and then handling the Quest Kermodes 83-64 on Saturday. VIU’s undefeated women’s squad (18-0) was also strong, beating Cap 69-53 and getting past Quest 70-58. Recaps of the games were posted earlier this week at www.nanaimobulletin.com.

GAME ON … It’s the last week of court sports in the VIU gym, as the Mariners volleyball teams host the Camosun Chargers tonight (Feb. 13) at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. … VIU’s basketball teams host Langara on Friday at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Douglas on Saturday at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

The Nanaimo Clippers are mostly going to duke it out within their division the rest of the way, but first there’s one more road trip to take care of.

The Clips visit the Chilliwack Chiefs this Friday (Feb. 14) and then travel to play the Prince George Spruce Kings on Sunday.

The Clippers played the Cowichan Valley Capitals on Wednesday after press time after the Caps edged the Clips 4-3 in double overtime on Friday at Frank Crane Arena.

The home team had erased a 3-0 deficit and had the better scoring chances in overtime before the visitors pounced on a rebound for the game-winning goal.

“They worked their way into that little bounce, I guess,” said Mike Vandekamp, Clippers coach. “We had a couple good chances in their end before that and that’s just the way that that three-on-three scenario goes.”

The coach said his team didn’t start the game the way it wanted as it trailed 2-0 after one period and 3-0 early in the second. But Brendan Taylor and then Sheldon Rempal scored power-play goals in the second period to make a game of it, and Anthony Sabitsky scored on a wrister from well out midway through the third period.

The Clippers buzzed around the Capitals’ goal over the last 10 minutes of regulation.

They scored a disallowed goal and generated other clear-cut chances including a breakaway, but kept missing the net.

“We didn’t bear down on some chances,” Vandekamp said. “We were definitely lacking some killer instinct there.”

Shots ended up 48-36 in favour of the visitors, with Tanner Kovacs suffering the loss for Nanaimo. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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hoops playoffs tip off

City’s curling rink hosts rumble

High school basketball season has reached the stage where teams need to keep winning to keep playing.

Senior AA girls’ North Island zones get underway today (Feb. 13) at Wellington Secondary School, with the host Wildcats taking the court at 2 p.m. against an opponent that hadn’t been determined at press time.

Senior AA boys’ North Islands will be held at Kwalikum Secondary School at Qualicum Beach starting today.

For more high school basketball scores, statistics and photos, visit www. nanaimobulletin. com/sports.

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Sponsor for D event was Harbour Chandler and the final game between Nanaimo’s Ruth Thorpe and the North Vancouver rink skipped by Jeanne Douglas ended early. Thorpe hit for five points in the third end, then stole three more for an 11-3 win in four ends. Others on the winning team were Carol Ramey, Pat Wardrop and Patty Rosacker. Third in D went to Nanaimo’s Margie Carter, Anthea Simick, Tanis Wilson and Sue Haslam.

More bonspiel action at the Nanaimo Curling Centre will happen in a couple of weeks.

The Nanaimo Senior Ladies’ Bonspiel is scheduled for Feb. 24-26. Teams can still register, with information available by contacting the club at 250-753-3474.

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than 20 countries, recalled her experience performing in Poland.

“I played in Poland in the ’80s, before the wall came down. Poland was a country that was very, very poor. There was hardly any amenities for the people, but there was a bookstore on every corner, which I thought was amazing,” she said.

“You couldn’t buy a hat but you could buy a book. The people were so full of life and humour and goodwill and generosity that it really took me back.”

Playing in bigger cities is more challenging than in small cities and towns, she said.

“People in big cities are used to going to concerts and they have millions of concerts to choose from,” she said. “So audiences tend to be much more blasé, whereas in smaller places where there is less access to art and music, people are more attentive and that makes it easier for the artist.”

BY ROSEMARY PHILLIPS It takes time to produce a script and music for any movie.

Likewise it has taken time for Pierre Simard, artistic director with the Vancouver Island Symphony, to create Hollywood Magic – Movie Music Mania, a family-oriented concert at the Port Theatre Saturday (Feb. 15), at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

“This has been one of the most challenging programs I have ever put together,” said Simard. “The first challenge has been in finding the musical scores, the second in featuring the Symphonic Choir and therefore the need for choral arrangements, and the third, to link it all with Oscar night.”

With show time almost here Simard said, “I’m still waiting for the score for Star Trek that’s coming in the mail. I want the choir to sing the haunting theme. If it isn’t there in the score then I’ll have to write it. That’s part of the fun and what makes this show so special.”

Featured are the most amazing film scores known, conjuring up images of swashbuckling heroes, wonderlands, adventures in time and space, and hope for the future. Like a Hollywood producer, script and songwriter, and director, Simard has created a musical movie with a golden thread winding its way throughout, building slowly with all the dynamics of a movie story and its emotions to an unforgettable climax.

“This is not a bunch of unrelated movie themes thrown together, this program has been custom built,” he said.

“The whole second half of the program includes the Symphonic Choir, with over 150 performers on stage. There’s not a piece where they will be sitting – they sing in every number.”

And, because Simard enjoys instilling an element of surprise into his shows, the members of the orchestra have been invited to bring costumes. Hollywood Magic is a celebration of the memorable music that makes the movies. Guests are invited to dress in movie costumes and have their pictures taken on the red carpet at the Port Theatre.

Tickets range from $42-84. For more information, please call the Port Theatre at 250-754-8550 or visit www.porttheatre.com.

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rder of Canada recipient and pianist Jane Coop has performed just about everywhere in Canada. From Tofino to Whitehorse and St. John’s to Niagara Falls, there are few places in Canada she hasn’t played. However, one place stands out to her – Cold Lake, Man. “I had one wonderful experience in the north of Manitoba in a little tiny mining town,” she said. “One person who was an art and music lover put on a house concert and people drove in from two hours away … to come to this concert.

I really enjoyed playing for them. They were super receptive and listened so carefully. It was a wonderful time.”

Coop, who was a member of the UBC faculty of music for 32 years, will be displaying her talents at the Port Theatre on Sunday (Feb. 16). She said that she is looking forward to playing in the Harbour City.

“I am happy to be playing this particular program because it’s the program that I am taking on tour for this time of year,” Coop said. “I am always happy to be playing a repertoire that I’ve lived with for quite a while and to share it with my audiences.

“I’ve got everything from baroque to romantic music. So there should be something in there for everybody’s taste,” she added.

Coop was born in Saint John but grew up in Calgary and became involved in music at a young age.

“My parents loved music and were musical but neither of them were musicians, but they took their children to concerts and exposed them to recordings,” Coop said. “We were just drawn into it by natural circumstances rather than being pushed.”

She began learning piano under Alexandra Munn and Gladys Egber. Coop then studied advanced piano under Anton Kuerti in Toronto and Leon Fleisher in Baltimore, Md. “You learn the finer points and more sophisticated ideas intellectually and

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you get better physically and better control over the instrument and better technique … you get everything it’s just on higher level,” Coop said of the master classes.

A major turning point in Coop’s career came when she placed first in the CBC’s Young Performers radio competition at the age of 19.

“That was an early point in my career and it was a wonderful happening because I then got tapped into the CBC radio and CBC has been wonderful to me, until it has gotten completely decimated by the present government,” Coop said. “CBC was a fantastic opportunity for young artists to get known throughout the country.”

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By Nicholas Pescod The News BulleTiN

It was when Bahareh Poureslami joined the choir that she found her true calling.

“In high school I played in band and I got really interested in music but when I joined my choir in Grade 9 that’s when I really got into singing,” she said.

Poureslami has since gone on to become an award-winning soprano, having given solo performances with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and been featured on a Juno Awardnominated album.

On Thursday (Feb. 13) Poureslami, who holds a bachelor’s degree in voice performance, performs at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church as part of Opera Nanaimo’s Opera Valentines concert.

Before entering high school, the soprano was hardly involved with music or singing.

“I didn’t grow up in a musical family,” Poureslami said. “My sister took piano lessons but she kind of stopped everything, she did piano and clarinet, so my parents kind of gave up on me as well. They never put me in lessons because they didn’t think I would be interested.”

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ber of the British Columbia Youth Choir and in her senior year she took private vocal lessons after one of her teachers recommended it.

After high school, Poureslami auditioned for music programs at the University of Victoria and the University of British Columbia and was accepted into both schools. She elected to attend UBC and said the adjustment from a high school music program to university level was challenging.

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In 2012 she received the People’s Choice Award and Encouragement Award at the Metropolitan Auditions in Vancouver.

“To be recognized for that and to know that you moved them … is just so amazing,” she said. “It’s the most rewarding part of it really. In the end it’s about the music and it’s about the people you’re performing for.”

Poureslami was also featured as a soprano soloist on Stephen Chatman’s album Magnificat, which was nominated for a 2014 Juno Award.

“Everyone auditioned for that. So to go through that and to get the part and record it, that was my first time really recording anything major and to receive the e-mail this week … is amazing,” she said. “It is so great so great to have been able to be a part of that and get the guidance and coaching from the composer.”

Poureslami frequently performs with the VSO, trying to perform with them on as many Saturdays as she can.

“Most of the players are faculty members at UBC and I’ve always gone up and talked to them,” Poureslami said. “So, I’ve actually gotten to know a lot of them and whenever we got to do performances through the school it was really great because during the rehearsals I could talk to them. I’ve learned so much from them.”

Tickets for the show are $25 and can be purchased at bit.ly/opera-nanaimotickets. arts@nanaimobulletin.com

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An opportunity to travel the world and experience first-hand the challenges, triumphs and hopes of others living in the global village awaits.

Passes are now on sale for the 10th Annual Nanaimo Global Film Festival, held Friday and Saturday (Feb. 14-15) in downtown Nanaimo.

The films featured are from the World Community Travelling Film Festival, a project of the World Community Development Education Society in Courtenay, B.C. Deemed ‘the largest social issues filmfest in B.C.,’ the festival hosts the finest documentaries from around the world exploring

themes such as food security, environmental issues, social justice and human rights, labour issues, arts and music.

These films are guaranteed to entertain, inform, and inspire.

Opening night films on Friday include Sweet Dreams, the story of Rwandan women empowering themselves through drumming; Trash Dance, a choreographed performance featuring garbage collectors and their trucks; Innocente, a story of youth homelessness; and STAND, a surf and stand-up paddleboard film focused on the west coast of B.C., and on what is at stake with the proposed Northern Gateway pipeline and tanker route.

With films showing simultaneously in three different venues – the Painted Turtle Guesthouse, the Nanaimo Museum, and Kismet Theatre

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Visit www.nanaimofilmfest.org to learn more.

Academy – Saturday hosts a full day of viewing, including award-winners and positive films.

A weekend pass is $30; $20/ students and seniors. A sixfilm pass is $20; $15/students and seniors; and two-film passes are $10; $7/students and seniors.

Some low-income passes are also available. Passes are for sale in advance at the Green Store, Van-Isle Video, online at www.nanaimofilm fest.org and at the door.

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Pursuant to sections 890, 891, and 892 of the Local Government Act, notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held with respect to the following proposed bylaw: “District of Lantzville Zoning Bylaw No. 60, 2005, Amendment Bylaw No. 60.28, 2014” The Public Hearing will be held at: District of Lantzville Office 7192 Lantzville Road, Lantzville, BC on: Monday, February 17th, 2014 at: 7:00 pm BYLAW NO. 60.28 Council, as a result of a request from a property owner, is considering amending “District of Lantzville Zoning Bylaw No. 60, 2005” to rezone the property legally described as Lot 3, Block 389, Wellington District, Plan VIP53763 from Subdivision District ‘D’ to Subdivision District ‘F’ in order to amend the minimum parcel size requirement from 2.0 ha to 1.0 ha. The applicant has indicated that should the zoning amendment bylaw be approved, they would subsequently apply to subdivide the subject parcel into two parcels. Bylaw No. 60.28, if adopted, would amend the “District of Lantzville Zoning Bylaw No. 60, 2005” as follows: PART 4 SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS, Schedule ‘4A’ SUBDIVISION DISTRICT MAPS by changing Subdivision District ‘D’ to Subdivision District ‘F’ for the land legally described as: Lot 3, Block 389, Wellington District, Plan VIP53763 as shown in heavy black outline on the map. Copies of the proposed Bylaw and other relevant documents and information may be inspected until February 17th, 2014 at the offices of the District of Lantzville, 7192 Lantzville Road, Lantzville, B.C., Monday through Friday inclusive, between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm on regular business days, excluding statutory holidays.

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Lynne bowen writes of mostly unknown Island residents.

Award-winning author Lynne Bowen will be appearing at the Nanaimo Museum to launch her latest book, Those Island People, on Monday (Feb. 17) from 3-5 p.m.

Those Island People is a collection of stories about relatively unknown residents

ria Times Colonist 10 years ago.

Her column was often devoted to a particular person who lived on the Island but whose story was not widely known.

These include stories of about gold seekers, gamblers, former slaves, veteran soldiers, missionaries and rabble rousers.

Bowen also found many of the stories while she was researching other projects.

“I discovered the story of Ted and Evelyn Wardroper while researching a book on

of Vancouver Island and their unique stories.

“The Nanaimo Museum is pleased to publish Lynne Bowen’s new book,” said Debbie Trueman, manager of the Nanaimo Museum, in a press release. “We have worked closely with Lynne for many years and regularly refer to her books for exhibit and program research.”

Those Island People was inspired by a monthly column that Bowen wrote for the Victo-

Quickfacts THoSe ISLAnD PeoPLe book launch at Nanaimo Museum Monday (Feb. 17) at 3 p.m. Call 250-753-1821 for information.

Robert Dunsmuir,” Lynne Bowen said in a press release.

“Evelyn lived most of her life in the Dunsmuirs’ former home in Departure Bay. Long after the house had been demol-

ished, I was asking Evelyn questions about her former home and the fascinating story of the Wardroper’s lives came out.”

The official book launch will be the first opportunity for the public to purchase a signed copy. Bowen will also be appearing in Duncan, Cumberland, Port Alberni and Lake Cowichan.

Please contact the museum at 250-753-1821 or visit www. nanaimomuseum.ca.

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LEAH HOKANSON plays at First Unitarian Fellowship of Nanaimo, 595 Townsite Rd. Feb. 15. Tickets $20 at the door. Call 250-5853006 JANE COOP plays at the Port Theatre Feb. 16.

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Beefs & bouquets BOUQUET To Dr. Tyler Stitt, his lovely wife and Monty’s friend, Carol. Thank you for coming to us at such a sad time in our lives. Your kindness and compassion will not be forgotten.

BEEF To the man interviewed on TV who complained that the city works department should have kept a watch on the weather forecast and they would then have known to plow the streets. The snow was a surprise to all of us, including the forecasters.

BOUQUET To the very kind gentleman who stopped his truck in the middle of the road and, with another gentleman, ran to help me up when I fell by the ticket booth at the ferry terminal. The parking attendant stopped traffic so my son could pick me up and two ladies helped me into the car.

There are wonderful people in Nanaimo.

BEEF To every second driver on Rock City Road. I live on the road with young children and a teenager that delivers newspapers, and people are constantly speeding much faster than 50 kilometres per hour. There are two schools close by, too. You need to slow down before you kill someone.

BOUQUET To my kids who spend time with their grandmother at home and make her laugh and not let her stay alone.

BEEF To the person who stated they were on a crosswalk on Dufferin Crescent; there is no crosswalk there. I am sure your oneyear-old’s mother would have been pleased to know her daddy is jaywalking across busy roads with their little girl where there are no crosswalks.

BOUQUET To all the wonderful drivers who concentrate on what is going on around and ahead of them instead of texting, phoning or reading the newspaper.

BEEF To those influences that would have us focus on social issues and political agendas around the Olympic games.

Lets get back to what it should be about,

namely the spectacle of sport and the hard-won efforts of the athletes to get there.

BOUQUET To Usher Roofing for a thoroughly professional job on our home. The men arrived every morning, worked steadily throughout the day and cleaned up the debris at day’s end.

BEEF to the sadistic person who shot a Canada goose multiple times and left her to die on Elk Street. The unforgettable look of despair and pain in her eyes will haunt me forever. Karma will find you someday.

BOUQUET To Vicky Macdonald for her time, patience and intelligence. Your hours of tutoring my daughter in math was so kind. We now have passing grades and a confident girl.

BEEF To the lady on the ferry who let her child run wild and failed to realize that by having her back to me, her furry hood was impinging on my personal space – I was trying to put my head back to rest. Be aware of your surroundings.

BOUQUET To Boston Pizza and the staff for making my grandson’s fifth birthday party memorable. The kids got to wear chef’s outfits and make their own pizzas.

The staff was great and the pizzas were delicious.

BEEF To the person handing out fake handicap parking violations on the Family Day holiday, the day we received about five centimetres of snow. The only sign of handicapped stalls being there was under the snow. Next time use your common sense. My wife, my son and I had a good laugh at your ignorance.

BOUQUET To the men and women who deliver the mail through all weather. Weeds to the senators in their cushy chairs.

BEEF To the pedestrian who scolded me for almost running him down in a crosswalk.

From the looks of it, you probably won’t be able to afford a motor vehicle anytime soon, so I will indeed try to be careful in the future and watch out for you on crosswalks.

BOUQUET To those Lantzville people beefing about a cenotaph in their park. Why don’t they take all their time and energy and the $150,000 to build the cenotaph to use for the veterans now who could use a ride to the doctor’s or some groceries or a wheelchair.

BOUQUET To Nanaimo North Town Centre mall for hosting the Wellington Band’s giftwrap service for the past 11 years. Thank you for supporting the musical endeavours of our students.

BOUQUET Thanks to Karl at TD Canada Trust on Bowen Road. He went over and above with customer service. I so wish all professionals we deal with daily were as wonderful as him.

BOUQUET To Tim Hortons for the best new hockey song.

BOUQUET For the fellow who was very willing to phone BCAA when we had a flat tire, thank you. And the fellow on the bicycle and the RCMP for stopping to see if we needed help. And BCAA for fixing the tire.

Thanks to all.

BEEF to the City of Nanaimo for not having a snow-shovelling bylaw. The sidewalk on Stewart Avenue is so covered in snow and ice that pedestrians have to walk on the road. It is totally unacceptable for the walking route from downtown to the ferry to be that dangerous.

BOUQUET Hearts to the sweet and handsome fellow that I met at Co-op on the corner of Eight Street and Bruce Avenue on Jan. 24. I was getting fuel and I watched you as you stopped and talked to a little dog at the door. I wished we had stopped long enough to talk.

BOUQUET To paramedics Sue and Jim and their assistant who delivered me to the emergency room and the caring staff who received me. Nursing staff on the sixth floor were very attentive. To Dr. Cameron who put me back together, a very big thank you.

Submit your own Beef or Bouquet Beefs & Bouquets is a free forum to give thanks or express views on issues and events. The News Bulletin reserves the right to edit or refuse submissions. Length is limited to 40 words and two submissions per person per week. A winner will be selected at random to receive a floral bouquet from Turley’s Florist and Potting Shed.

Mail or deliver to the News Bulletin, 777B Poplar St., Nanaimo, V9S 2H7 or e-mail to bulletinboard@nanaimobulletin.com. Fax to 250-753-0788.

BEEF To the elderly male, foul-mouthed, bullying coward who approached a female player in a threatening attitude on a neighbouring tennis court at Beban Park.

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BEEF The city of Nanaimo needs to synchronize its traffic lights on Island Highway, particularly at the three extremely close intersections between Cedar Road and Maki Road.

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Looks Last year, Nissan introduced the bigger mid-sized Pathfinder SUV and this smaller Rogue shares many styling cues from its bigger brother. This, in my opinion, is a good idea. It has a sense of purpose, sophistication and commonality that helps define Nissan’s brand. Nissan wants to portray “everyday premium” with this new Rogue, including such nice touches as LED daytime running lights, wheel arch extensions, integrated mirror turn

7-passenger SUV. Granted, the third row is tight but perfect for those occasional times when extra family members are in town. In addition, this package includes navigation, a 7-inch touch screen monitor, power lift gate, blind-spot detection system, and lane departure warning system. These really are premium features found only in luxury SUVs just a few short years ago. Unfortunately, the top SL trim is only available in a two-row 5-seat configuration because

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it was felt the price would be too high for compact SUV buyers.

Drive As hard as it might be to believe, this new, larger and slightly heavier (49kg) Rogue is actually more fuel-efficient than the last model. They were able to improve the economy by 18 per cent through the introduction of a new continuously variable transmission (CVT), aerodynamic tricks, and letting the carried-over engine breathe a bit better.

Still rated at 170hp, the 2.5L 4-cylinder engine does a good job in city driving, thanks to the gearing of the new CVT but can seam a bit underpowered for higher, passing manouevre on the highway. Overall, the person filling the new Rogue up with fuel will welcome this balance of efficiency and everyday drivability.

As part of the winter driving experience, I drove on an ice course in Macaglisse, Que., to highlight the vehicle’s stability system and the Active Trace Control feature. On the first run, through the twisty, sheer ice roads the entire system was shut off. As I crested a hill, then made a hard right turn, the Rogue slid all

the way out to the edges of the corner, almost hitting the opposing snow bank.

On the second run, with the advanced systems on, the same road was almost uneventful. The stability and traction control kept the wheels from spinning but the Trace Control System provides just a slight amount of brake force to the inside wheels to help the Rogue navigate the sheet ice with confidence.

Verdict The objective with this new Rogue was to be noticed and provide a level of refinement and creature comforts that the competition isn’t providing.

The pricing is fantastic, especially the middle SV models. The larger interior dimensions will always be welcome, as buyers like to get more for their money, but it is still small and efficient enough for city buyers.

The Lowdown Power: 2.5L 4-cylinder with 170hp Fill-up: 8.2L/6.2L/100km (city/highway AWD) Sticker price: $23,498-$33,098 zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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Safety Tip: Distracted driving is the third leading cause of car crash fatalities in our province, which is why police are out in full force this month as part of a province-wide distracted driving campaign. According to one recent study, texting while driving makes you 23 times more likely to be in a crash.

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Trust your GPS and go adventuring

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Alexandra Straub

The digital road sign above warned: ‘Changing Roads Ahead. Do not rely solely on GPS.’ I felt like it was speaking directly to me as I had suffered anxiety ever since Driveway editor Keith Morgan climbed into the Jeep Cherokee and we left downtown Detroit, heading north to Toronto.

North, ahem, yes. The tunnel to Canada was a stone’s throw away from our launch point.

I was thinking it would route me the same way I got down to Motown, via Windsor and through the tunnel.

Why the GPS didn’t? – I’m not sure. Clearly it knew something we didn’t.

Needless to say, the mechanical woman’s voice echoing through the premium speakers certainly did give us a scenic tour of the area. And by scenic I mean, she guided us through some rather dodgy areas, characterized by poorly maintained roads, broken down buildings and dejected looking people.

After the excitement of the auto show, I was looking forward to the long and painfully boring drive back.

My wish was not yet coming true.

Finally, we were on some sort of highway. But no signs to a border popped up for miles and miles. We even pulled over a couple of times in the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee Limited to check our smartphones to see if we were heading in the right direction.

We were, but I guess I was just looking for a sign. A sign that said ‘Canada’ on it.

But no, we got this instead: ‘State Prison Nearby. Do not Pick Up Hitchhikers.’

Gulp.

Keith and I looked over at each other and laughed nervously.

Oh gosh, what have we gotten ourselves into? – Regardless, we were in it together so it was bound to be eventful.

I forgot to mention, my fuel was getting low, too, and I had a flight to catch out of

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I was looking forward to the long and painfully boring drive back. My wish was not yet coming true.

Pearson. No need to panic, I think.

When you’re in these kinds of situations, you say things that you normally wouldn’t say.

“I will be so happy when we are back in Ontario,” is a phrase not often uttered by a B.C. resident. But it fell from my lips.

Desperate times call for desperate measures, right?

The one thing that remained steadfast and calm throughout the craziness was the Jeep Cherokee.

The leather-trimmed seats were plush and comfortable to sit in for hours on end.

When I started veering off the straight and narrow – aka out of my lane – the lane departure warning would gently lead me back into place.

And since it was frigid outside – Ontario and Michigan in January is anything but tropical – features like a remote starter, heated seats, a heated steering wheel and dual climate zone controls keep occupants toasty warm.

Not to mention there was a generous amount of power being delivered from its 3.2-litre, Pentastar V6 engine, which is rated at 271 horsepower and 239 lb-ft of torque. It’s then linked to a nine-speed automatic transmission.

And with 4x4 capabilities, I was ready to brave the winter conditions, on bare roads or not.

Luckily, it was a beautiful day, with few clouds in the sky and clear roads.

Things were looking good.

Then it happened. A sign. A sign to Canada nonetheless.

Looks like we’d been routed through Sarnia. I was doing a little happy dance on the inside.

Did I doubt the GPS’s ability to lead? I sure did.

Then again, it’s not out of my character to question authority. As we handed the CBSA our passports, all I could think about was finding a fuel station before we got stranded.

And yes, I was very happy to be in Ontario. But I’d be happier when I knew I was on a plane to Vancouver. Yet, I was thoroughly enjoying my time in the Cherokee, quirky styling and anxiety aside.

It had an ability to somewhat calm my woes due to its temperate nature.

The quiet cabin allowed for wonderful conversations, whether it was with myself, with the GPS or with Keith.

In addition, I managed to learn a lot from road signs.

I will not wholeheartedly rely on the GPS and will not pick up hitchhikers in Michigan.

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Web meetings chance to talk about diabetes Starting today (Feb. 13), the Canadian Diabetes Association is offering a new series of educational diabetes webinars with relevant and upto-date information for people living with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in B.C. Participants can choose to view the webinars at home from any computer, or attend webinars broadcast in group settings at host sites.

Residents from B.C. and Yukon can sign up at no cost to attend any or all of the available two-hour webinars running until August, with topics ranging from kids, food and nutrition to health, travel, foot care, and more.

The association has worked diligently to create a highly-informative and engaging series, which features radio personality and host Jessica Gares, experienced diabetes educators, health professionals and other knowledgeable speakers.

To register, or for more information, please visit www.diabetes.ca/webinar.

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A $10,000 bathroom renovation is up for grabs on Vancouver Island.

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Nanaimo Family Life seeks volunteers for counselling programs The following are opportunities at Volunteer Nanaimo. For more information, please call 250-7587121 or go online to www.volunteernanaimo.ca. Volunteer

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If you have knowledge of Facebook, Craigslist, Mailchimp, and Picmonkey, this could be for you. You will work closely with a supervisor until comfortable on your own, then weekly contact. This position may allow for most of the work to be done from home. A one-year commitment is required.

A criminal record check is required, partly paid for by the agency. Please contact Kim Maandag at 250-754-2621 or e-mail kim_maandag@ sananaimo.org.

VOLUNTEER NANAIMO – Board members. Three volunteers with a background in fundraising/treasurer needed to join the board. We meet the third Monday of each month at 5 pm. at our offices on Labieux Road.

Appreciation Lunch April 2014 planners/ decorators. If you are enthusiastic and imaginative/artistic, we need your help with our annual volunteer appreciation lunch to be held in the Beban Park Social Centre in April. Meetings are once a month at our office.

Please call Rita at 250758-7121 or e-mail vn.admin@shaw.ca.

NANAIMO ART GALLERY – Banner assistant. Looking for someone to assist with co-ordinating painting times, assisting with materials used, and assorted administrative tasks. The event date is March 1-May 15.

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VIU launches new awards Vancouver Island University is launching 10 new faculty achievement awards to recognize excellence in teaching and learning.

“VIU has a reputation for effective teaching,” said Dave Witty, provost and vice-president academic. “These new Teaching Design and Practice Awards are intended to formally recognize the best teaching and learning approaches that our faculty use to engage with students. We will be looking at how a faculty member designs, develops and offers learning opportunities for students around specific learning outcomes for their discipline. The awards will contribute to a culture of promoting student success at VIU.” Successful recipients will be asked to ‘pay it forward’ by offering presentations within VIU’s learning and teaching community.

A selection committee consisting of nine faculty members, one student and Steve Lane, VIU’s associate vicepresident academic, will review applications once the nomination period closes Saturday (Feb. 15). The awards are open to regular teaching faculty members holding full or part-time appointments.

Nominees must have completed three years of teaching duties at VIU and be currently employed.

For more, please visit www.viu.ca.

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Nanaimo News Bulletin B17

Professor discusses social media in China

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MIllIONs Of citizens keen to challenge their government.

A few weeks into this Year of the Horse, a popular Vancouver Island University lecture series will continue with a professor sharing what he knows about one horse in particular, and the impact it has had on millions of Chinese keen to challenge their

government and voice their views.

Media Studies professor Doug Stetar will examine two key aspects of contemporary China in an Arts and Humanities Colloquium presentation Friday (Feb. 14) titled Song of the Grass Mud Horse: Language and Resistance in Chinese Social Media. The free event begins at 10 a.m.

Stetar will share his knowledge of China’s middle class and the impact their huge and growing

numbers – more than 300 million people – have had both within and beyond their country’s borders. He’ll also present his research on how China’s middle class is using social media to support, question, and vehemently challenge their government.

“In the West, what we tend to think is that the Chinese want their government gone, they want democracy, they want what we have,” Stetar said. “But the Chinese people don’t want what

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The presentation will explore this potentially revolutionary movement, one which Stetar sees as “arguably the most important political movement on the planet.

And it’s a movement that, because of language and culture, remains largely unseen in the West.”

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NaNaimo QUilteRs Guild meeting Feb. 19 at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at Nanaimo Curling Club. www. islandquilters.ca.

Ongoing als sUppoRt group meets fourth Wednesday of the month, 2-4 p.m., Brechin United Church, 1998 Estevan Rd. Patients, family, caregivers welcome.

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NaNaimo UNit of the Canadian Cancer Society sponsors several peer support groups for the victims of cancer. Contact the unit at 777E Poplar Street or call 250-7418180.

NaNaimo healiNG Rooms. Come in for prayer, Mondays 7-9 p.m and Wednesdays 2-4 p.m. at Eagle Mountain Church, 1 Terminal Ave. (same building as Greyhound bus depot). Contact urhealed.nanaimo@ gmail.com. caNaDiaN meNtal Health Association free recovery workshops, Rm. 19, Beban Park to May. 250-716-8827. miD islaND Advanced Toastmasters meet first Wednesday of the month, 7-9 p.m., Rm. 8, Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, 250-758-3668.

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Clip out entry form and send to: “Great Grocery Giveaway”, c/o Nanaimo News Bulletin, 777 Poplar St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9S 2H7, to arrive no later than Tuesday noon following this week’s feature.

6th Each and 13th week a draw will be made and the first correct entry drawn will win $50 to $100 worth of groceries from COUNTRY GROCER. All entries will be kept for a GRAND PRIZE DRAW totaling $500.00 worth of groceries at COUNTRY GROCER. You may enter as often as you like. ENTER NOW! You could be a lucky winner. All staff of this newspaper and their families and everyone under the age of 18 are expressly forbidden to enter this contest. The judge’s decision is final. No cash surrender value. GOOD LUCK!

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inalists for the Business Achievement Awards, formerly the Sterling Awards, were announced on Jan. 31 at a nominee celebration held at The Grand Hotel and sponsored by MNP. The awards will be given out at a gala event at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre on Feb. 21, beginning at 6 p.m. Tickets $80; $600/tables of eight. For tickets, or for more information, please call 250-756-1191.

The finalists in each category are:

Exporter of the Year – sponsored by Elite Image and SW Audio Visual

Business of the Year (more than 10 employees) – sponsored by Vancouver Island Conference Centre

Community Impact – sponsored by MNP

Hans de Visser – Coastland Wood Industries Ltd. Gerard St. Jean – St. Jean’s Cannery Jamie Bridge – PR Aqua

Innovation – sponsored by R. W. (Bob) Wall Ltd. Input Logic Painted Turtle Guesthouse Studio Kitchens/Pi Granite

Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society Mid Island Co-op Nanaimo Child Development Centre

Church Pickard Cinnabar Valley Farms Keeping House

Tourism Impact – sponsored by Tourism Nanaimo

Business of the Year (under 10 employees) – sponsored by Nanaimo News Bulletin

Living Forest Campground Nanaimo Airport Nanaimo Yacht Club

Nanaimo Magazine Tectonica Yellow Bird Arts Gallery

Workplace Excellence – sponsored by Heydemann Art of Photography and Turley’s Florist

Excellence in Customer Service – sponsored by The Wave and The Wolf radio stations

Autocheck Automotive Country Grocer Real Estate Webmaster

Peter Liptak – Canadian Tire Renae Hygh – Ethos CMG Cherilyn Rowe – Original Joe’s

Youth and Student Entrepreneur of the Year – sponsored by Coast Community Credit Union

Emerging Business (three to five years) – sponsored by Vancouver Island University Cedar Opportunities Cooperative Get a Go Go Park Place Law

Excellence in Business (10 years or more) – sponsored by RBC Royal Bank Business Development Bank Island West Coast Development Trojan Collision

Blair McDaniel – Alair Homes Michael Reid – Array Studio Nikolai Ziman – Salsa Man Kennedy Baker – STAND

Members of the judging panel for the Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce Business Awards include, from left, Eric McLean, McLean’s Specialty Foods; Sean McCue, Nanaimo News Bulletin; Paris Gaudet, Innovation Island; Moira Jenkins, RBC; Allyson Prescesky, Coastal Community Credit Union; and A.J. Hutchins, Nanaimo Precast Limited. Judges not pictured are Anita Smith, Canadian Western Bank; Brenda Rositano, Nanaimo Hospital Foundation; Tracy Gillis, Vancouver Island University; and Mark Fenwick, Woodgrove Centre.

LIfetime Achievement Award – sponsored by Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation Ron Brown – Ron’s Landscaping Services Bob Moss – DTZ Nanaimo Real Estate Dave Hammond – Re/Max - The HBT Group Mike Herold – Herold Engineering Bill Scott – MNP

2013 Business of the YEAR Finalist

Thank You for your nomination in Customer Service Excellence.

It’s our pleasure to continue to be of service.

Proud to be celebrating our 25th Anniversary Country Club Centre

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Thank you for nominating us for work place excellence.

Chase River Market Place 82 - Twelfth St, Nanaimo 250-753-7545 Bowen Road 1800 Dufferin Cres, Nanaimo 250-591-5525

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Thursday, February 13, 2014

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As part of the Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce Business Achievement Awards, an individual will be recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the gala awards ceremony on Feb. 21.

The award recognizes an individual, located within greater Nanaimo, with an exemplary record in business who has shown excellent leadership and entrepreneurial skills, outstanding employee and labour relations skills, exceptional career and business achievements, has contributed to the community and unique marketing and promotional achievements.

Dave Hammond – Re/Max - The HBT Group

Bill Scott – MNP

The finalists are:

Lifetime Achievement Award – sponsored by Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation Ron Brown – Ron’s Landscaping Services Bob Moss – DTZ Nanaimo Real Estate Dave Hammond – Re/Max - The HBT Group Mike Herold – Herold Engineering

Bob Moss – DTZ Nanaimo Real Estate

Ron Brown – Ron’s Landscaping Services

Bill Scott – MNP

Mike Herold – Herold Engineering

Nanaimo Yacht Club VANCOUVER ISLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU NANAIMO FOR YOUR SUPPORT IN NOMINATING US AS A FINALIST IN THE TOURISM IMPACT BUSINESS ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.

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For more information call 250.754.7011

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