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ISLAND HEALTH PRIVACY BREACH
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Island Health is apologizing for a breach of privacy that put personal information of its clients up for sale at a local thrift shop. The NEWS broke the story of the breach in its Thursday edition. A local woman purchased file dividers at the Parksville SOS Thrift Store which had tabs containing the names, addresses, phone numbers and provincial health numbers of Island Health clients. The dividers were for sale for 10 cents each. Local woman Denise Whitson said she ripped the four tabs she had from her purchases at the SOS and mailed them to the clients. Island Health said Monday they say they retrieved from the RCMP two more of the dividers containing the same personal data. “We have contacted both of these individuals to inform them of this situation,” Island Health’s Val Wilson said Monday. “We made a mistake and we have apologized to both of these individuals.” Wilson said Island Health believes the information got loose during the move of some community programs to the Oceanside Health Centre. Island Health programs scattered throughout the region were moved into the OHC when the facility opened in Parksville in June of last year. “Our Privacy Office is working with our clinical partners in Oceanside to determine how this happened,” said Wilson. “There are ideal processes that should be followed and that clearly did not happen here. Everyone does their best. It is a human system and thus not infallible.” Island Health was unable to tell The NEWS how many clients may have had their personal information scattered in this manner.
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CELEBRATION: There was cake and plenty of memories shared Saturday during the 10th anniversary of Qualicum Beach Seniors’ Activities Centre’s move to its facility underneath Qualicum Foods. From left above are Bill Smith, Sheila Jackson and Betty Smith. Please turn to page B2 in today’s edition of The NEWS for a story about the celebration.
SCHOOL CLOSURES
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Superintendant of Schools Rollie Koop said trustees are facing “the most challenging decision you can ever make as somebody elected to represent a community.” A midday public meeting was held Saturday at French Creek Community
School where residents voiced their concerns about School District 69 senior administration’s recommendation to close down the only school in Coombs. Parksville Elementary, Qualicum Beach Elementary and Winchelsea Elementary are also facing potential closures.
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The management team at the Town of Qualicum Beach will be reduced to seven from a high of 11 in 2010, after the town announced Friday that corporate administrator Trudy Coates would be leaving her position. Coates is leaving the town as a result of restructuring and downsizing of the management team, according to a news release from the Town late Friday afternoon. Her last day will be March 14. The release included a quote from Mayor Teunis Westbroek. “In local government, we are always trying to do more with less. In 2013, the Town received $345,000 less in provincial government revenue sharing with similar funding expected in 2014. Council is faced with difficult funding decisions and as a result there has been an emphasis to reduce and streamline administrative processes that has resulted in reductions to management staffing levels. Trudy was a very dedicated employee and we wish her all the best for the future.” Coates joined the Town of Qualicum Beach in the senior management position of Corporate Administrator in August 2006. Coates issued a statement in the release. “I am extremely proud of the work we have accomplished during the past eight years,” said Coates. “I am most proud of the staff that I have mentored and their development and growth. I will certainly miss everyone, but I’m excited about pursuing the new opportunities that lie ahead to continue with my career in local government, life-long learning and spending time with my family.” John Marsh, acting CAO, said Coates’ duties will be shared between deputy corporate administrator Heather Svensen and other staff. — NEWS Staff/Town of Qualicum Beach news release
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PARKSVILLE MAN WHO LOST 260 POUNDS SAYS . . .
It’s not just about the weight He says he still struggles with residual insecurities CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com
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Parksville’s Andrew McLane holds up a picture of himself (with his sister, Rebecca) before losing close to 300 pounds in just one year — creating a weight-loss story that launched McLane into a media frenzy with local, provincial and national media outlets.
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Parksville’s Andrew McLane has become a media darling since he dropped 260 pounds in just one year. In March 2012, The NEWS first told McLane’s story and a myriad of other media outlets were quick to follow, including The Province, CTV, Shaw, CHEK News and most recently he made the cover of Reader’s Digest’s January edition. And now two years later, The NEWS sat down with McLane to follow up on the trials and tribulations that come along with a drastic bodily change — keeping the weight off and dealing with being perceived quite differently by society.
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McLane admits that while most of the coverage about his weight loss puts a positive spin on his story, there are overwhelming struggles and difficulties that come along with rapid weight loss and physical transformation. “People think that once you lose weight life is easy,” said McLane. “Life is certainly better, but now I’m trying to figure out who I am and I’m not even remotely close to figuring that out.” Though McLane said a lot of people think his weight loss came with a rebranded ego, he “actually (has) very low confidence and self-esteem.” McLane said he often struggles with residual insecurities from his “heavy days.” “It’s a tough life to live when you can’t fit on airplanes, when you don’t know if you’ll fit into restaurant booths or if a chair is going to hold you every time you sit down,” he said. “There’s a lot of anxiety when you’re that heavy.” At his peak weight, McLane said he was 460 pounds. He refers to that version of himself as “big Andrew” speaking about him in third person, as if to distance himself from another lifetime. And while it seems like McLane now brims with an air of self assurance while dressed sharply in a fitted suit sitting comfortably in his immaculate Qualicum Beach office, the 28-year-old said he deals with “body image issues” on a daily basis. The scars left on McLane’s body from two skin tightening surgeries provide a constant reminder of “big Andrew.” “For at least the first six months (after losing the weight) I would look in the mirror and look at old pictures of myself and I wasn’t really sure who I was supposed to be,” he said, adding that the way the general public receives him is like night and day, being treated differently by most people, even some he was close with. When asked how women treat McLane now that he’s a lean 200 pounds, he pauses for a moment and for the first time seems thrown off by a question about his story. He blushes, and with a boyish charm and bit of embarrassment replies: “the first time you get hit on by a pretty girl is an interesting thing — you almost think she’s kidding.” McLane said some people who didn’t have the time of day for him before he lost the weight are now eager to be his friend. However, he said there are people such as his wife Dani — who he credits with inspiring and supporting him through the entire weight loss process — as well as his personal trainer Beth Alden who have been there through thick and thin, literally. “Those are the types of people that I want in my life,” he said. “I understand that fitness is an attractive quality because it means you care about yourself and you can care about others, but people often don’t realize weight gain can be a product of food addiction or trying to fill a void. People just assume heavy people are lazy.” McLane said he started seeing Alden twice a week for personal training sessions — she believes in high impact interval training and eating well so she designed a regime fitted for McLane and even went grocery shopping with her client and soon-to-be lifelong friend. Twelve months and a lot of hard work and discipline later, McLane was less than half his previous size. McLane said he is thankful for all the community support and media attention as both have helped keep him in check. “I guess my biggest thing now is trying to figure out what I’m going to do with my new lease on life,” he said.
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SECONDARY SUITES IN THE REGIONAL DISTRICT
Director says guidelines ‘a win for everyone’ Currently there is no bylaw regulating these dwellings
ect, which has been underway since 2011 and will face a formal public hearing in the near future. “It’s also a chance for the resCANDACE WU idents to provide input and help news@pqbnews.com refine the proposal,” said Keller. Two scarcely-attended pubRDN director Bill Veenhof lic meetings hosted by the RDN said he attended the meeting as gave a thorough overview of the both a director and an interestregional district’s secondary ed citizen. suite program. “Overall, staff has done a reThe first meeting saw 15 res- ally good job with this project,” idents come out to the Coombs said Veenhof. “I’m very comRodeo Grounds main hall Feb. fortable with it proceeding.” 26, while the second saw just Veenhof added that he hasn’t two people at Cedar Communi- heard any negative comments ty Hall Feb. 27. in regards to the RDN’s secondBut despite the poor turn out, ary suite project from his conRDN senior planner Greg Keller stituency. said the program has been well “Though secondary suites received, garnering a positive have been in place for years this response from project will recI’ve lived in Coombs my the electoral ognize they are whole life and I’d like to districts affecthere and prostay in this community ed which invide some type MAX SPENSLEY clude Nanoose of guideline,” Bay, Hilliers, said Veenhof. Coombs, Err“It’s a win for ington, French Creek, Dash- everyone.” wood, Qualicum Bay, Deep Bay Coombs resident Max Spensand Bowser. ley said he attended the meet“We’re seeing a lot of support ing to better his understanding for secondary suites,” said Keller, of what secondary suites are all admitting the largest concern about. from residents has been a lack “I have a property in Coombs of adequate on-street parking — and I’m looking into building on an issue that will be addressed it,” said Spensley. “I want to see and re evaluated by staff. if this (secondary suite project) Keller said the purpose of makes it so I can build a secthe two meetings was to answer ondary suite on my property, or questions and inform residents subdivide and create a second about the secondary suite proj- dwelling.”
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RDN planner Stephan Boogaards helps address questions and concerns regarding the RDN’s secondary suite project at a public meeting hosted Feb. 26 at Coombs Rodeo Grounds main hall.
Spensley said he doesn’t know a lot about the project and came out to get informed. “I’ve lived in Coombs my whole life and I’d like to stay in this community,” said Spensley. Nanoose Bay resident Annette Hansen said she is also looking to build a secondary suite on her existing property. “I’m happy to see this project move forward,” said Hansen. “I lived in a secondary suite on my mother’s property when I was a young, single mom and now I’d
like to build a suite for my mother to live in on my property — the tables have turned.” Hansen said she supports secondary suites because they provide both affordable housing and an opportunity to keep extended family close. According to Keller secondary suites are not currently a permitted form of housing in the above listed electoral areas. Keller said at a Jan. 28 RDN meeting, staff proposed bylaw amendments which were given
first and second readings by the RDN board. Keller said the public information sessions are an important part of moving the project forward. “These meetings give the RDN the opportunity for public discussion and two-way dialog,” said Keller. At both meetings community feedback forms were distributed and Keller said all concerns raised by residents will be taken into consideration by staff.
MAJOR CHANGES TO ENGLISHMAN RIVER WATER SERVICE
City offers new way to gather input on water system
City of Parksville residents now have another way to provide input with the launch of the Englishman River Water Service (ERWS) page on PlaceSpeak. PlaceSpeak is an online platform where residents and business owners can find information, register to receive updates, discuss issues, complete a survey and share ideas about the ERWS project, according to a news release issued by the city last week. The ERWS is a joint venture between the City of Parksville and the Regional District of Nanaimo, related to the funding and provision of bulk water services. ERWS is developing a project to sustain a healthy river system and meet the future water needs of the City and the RDN (Na-
noose), according to the release. Components include: • New river water supply intake located and designed to protect aquatic habitat. • New water treatment plant and distribution system to meet Island Health’s drinking water quality standards. • Proposed aquifer storage and recovery system to balance seasonal water supply and demand and reduce river water extraction in the summer, through use of a storage aquifer. • Phased design and construction to meet local needs and to achieve affordability. ERWS is engaging the public in this project in several ways. A community
working group, made up of representatives of the Parksville and Nanoose communities, is advising the project team on items of concern as well as options and issues to be addressed during the design process. The city and the RDN say they would like to hear the public’s thoughts and priorities regarding this project. To help gather input, the city has set up a forum on PlaceSpeak — a location-based online consultation platform which ensures feedback is from people directly affected by the project. “PlaceSpeak has been successfully used for public consultation by many communities throughout British Columbia and we hope this will bring greater participation in our community for such
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TOWN OF QUALICUM BEACH Incorporated 1942
NOTICE OF LEASE AND PROVISION OF ASSISTANCE TAKE NOTICE THAT, pursuant to the Community Charter s. 24 and 26, the Town of Qualicum Beach intends to: 1) LEASE: a portion of PID # 000-063-134, Plan 13424, DL 57, Newcastle Land District, a heritage bungalow, known as “Valhalla” and also known as the “White House”, located at 210 Crescent Road West, in a residential neighbourhood adjacent to the downtown core of Qualicum Beach TENANT Oceanside Hospice Society
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MINES ACT NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR AMENDMENT OF MINE PERMIT Q-8-95 APPROVING THE MINE PLAN AND RECLAMATION PROGRAM FOR COPCAN CONTRACTING NORTHWEST BAY GRAVEL PIT Take notice that Dave Gregson of Copcan Contracting Limited, has filed with the Chief Inspector of Mines pursuant to Part 10.1.1 of the Health, Safety and Reclamation Code for Mines in British Columbia, a proposed mine plan and a program for the protection and reclamation of the land and watercourses related to the proposed amendment of Permit Q-8-95 to expand a small gravel extraction operation located near their existing quarry on Blocks 603 and 513 Nanoose District, west of Highway 19, off Northwest Bay Road. A copy of the permit application, including supporting documentation, is available for public viewing at the Vancouver Island Regional Library, Parksville, BC. Any person affected by or interested in this program has 30 days to make written representation to the Chief Inspector of Mines, Ministry of Energy and Mines, c/o SW Region, Mining and Minerals Division, PO Box 9395 Stn Provincial Government, Victoria, BC, V8W 9M9, Facsimile: 250-953-3878, or email to: SouthwestMinesDivision@ gov.bc.ca, with copy to Copcan Contracting, 1920 Balsam Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9X 1T5 or email to dgregson@copcan.ca.
TOWN OF QUALICUM BEACH Incorporated 1942
NOTICE OF PROVISION OF ASSISTANCE Community Charter s. 24
The Town of Qualicum Beach intends to: 1. Provide assistance to The Old School House Arts Centre Society by issuing a licence of occupation for non-exclusive right to enter onto, occupy, and use the Land, known as The Old School House parking lot on Fern Road West and a portion of the old bus garage parking lot and lands on Fourth Avenue West, to place, use, maintain and operate the Grand Prix d’Arts and Arts Fair on the fourth Saturday of July each year from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (event 10:00 am to 4:30 pm) during a 5-year term. The Licence permits occupying an approximate 7,223 square metre area for one day annually during a 5-year term ending December 31, 2018, for a licence fee of $1.00, which is less than its market value. 2. Provide assistance to the Qualicum Beach Farmers’ Market by issuing a licence of occupation for non-exclusive right to enter onto, occupy, and use: (1) a portion of Veterans Way to place, use, maintain and operate a community farmers’ market on Saturday mornings during the term; and (2) a portion of the old bus garage parking lot and lands on Fourth Avenue West on the fourth Saturday of July each year during the term. The Licence permits occupying the following areas: • 1,441 square metre portion of Veterans Way on Saturdays from November 1st to March 31st each year of the term; • 2,607 square metre portion of Veterans Way on Saturdays from April 1st to October 31st each year of the term; and • 1,457 square metre portion of the old bus garage parking lot and lands on Fourth Avenue West on the fourth Saturday of July each year during the term; during a 5-year term ending December 31, 2018, for a licence fee of $1.00, which is less than its market value. Veterans Way and the parking lot areas of 122 Fern Road West and 111 Fourth Avenue West will be temporarily closed to vehicle traffic and parking during the event hours. Trudy Coates, Corporate Administrator Town of Qualicum Beach
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From left, Qualicum First Nations’ Michael Recalma, Parksville-Qualicum MLA Michelle Stilwell and Nanoose First Nation chief David Bob enjoy the first compressed natural gas bus ride at the RDN where 25 new compressed natural gas buses were introduced to the community.
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New buses going green New vehicles will emit 30 per cent less greenhouse gases CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com
Parksville Qualicum Beach will soon see shiny new buses take to the road, according to RDN chair Joe Stanhope. On Saturday, March 1, the RDN welcomed a fleet of 25 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses, which Stanhope called “the single biggest change in our regional transit system in the past two decades.” Stanhope said we are the first B.C. Transit community in the province to operate a CNG fleet. Stanhope said the buses currently sit in Nanaimo and will be brought into service over the spring months, some of which will operate in Parksville Qualicum Beach. Dennis Trudeau, RDN’s manager of transit and solid waste, beamed with pride about the additional buses. “This means quieter buses, brand new buses, that new bus smell, higher fuel efficiency, lower maintenance costs and more depend-
ability,” said Trudeau. “On our own we’re an advertising platform for transit.” Trudeau went on to say this is the biggest change transit has ever experienced here. “Over the last two years, the cost of diesel has gone up and we’ve been limited to one type of fuel,” said Trudeau, of the old buses which ran on diesel. “CNG buses provide diversity.” Trudeau said that B.C. Transit now has the option to use either CNG or diesel buses, depending on which type of fuel is more cost effective at the time. “It’s exciting,” said Trudeau, adding the entire project cost $15 million. Parksville-Qualicum MLA Michelle Stilwell called CNG “the fuel of the future,” adding the new buses will emit 30 per cent less green house gases. “I’m thrilled to see clean transportation,” said Stilwell. “And more importantly (the new buses) are accessible.” A Feb. 28 news release said Fortis BC will provide $937,500 to help offset the initial cost. According the the release, the City of Kamloops recently announced it would introduce a CNG fleet in the spring of 2015.
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“We have visited the SOS thrift store to ensure no additional materials that may contain confidential information were at the store,” she said. Wilson said Island Health (formerly called VIHA) hopes to learn through this incident what it can do to better protect the personal information of clients. “We take the privacy and safeguarding of personal information of our clients extremely seriously,” said Wilson. “We are reviewing all of our processes related to the move to identify where there was a breakdown in processes used to safeguard our valued patient information. A part of the investigation will be to identify what
improvements can be made in our processes and what we can learn from this incident.” Whitson confirmed Monday morning she mailed the tabs. “We also encouraged her (Whitson) to provide the information contained on the tabs directly to the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC), given she is not comfortable providing it to Island Health,” said Wilson. “We have notified the OIPC who are pleased to accept the information from this individual.” Island Health’s privacy office can be reached at 250-519-1870 or toll free at 1-877-748-2290 or by e-mail at privacy@viha.ca.
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It may not have been the coldest night this winter, but the ‘Coldest Night of the Year’ fundraiser did take place on one of the snowiest, with about 200 Oceanside and Nanaimo residents walking two, five or 10 kilometre loops to raise funds and awareness. On Saturday, Feb. 22, supporters of the Island Crisis Care Society’s gathered at John Barsby Community School in Nanaimo to don themed
toques, turn in their pledges and walk the slippery streets to raise more than $31,000 for their shelter services including Hirst House in Parksville. “It’s a great feeling,” one walker said over the bagpipes marking the beginning of the walk. “To be with all these people here, and to know that all across Canada people share the same goal.” The walk was part of a national effort in 63 communities that raised over $2.2 million. The funds will help meet the needs of hungry, hurting and homeless people through emergency shelter services for women and crisis stabiliza-
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Access Oceanside Association (AOA) says the official new name of the local society is the Parksville Measuring Up Committee. “There’s a renewed momentum and it is not just about getting around this region, but includes things like tourism and regional mobility,” said chair Suzan Jennings.
The AOA works to bring awareness and educate the community, including service agencies, businesses, organizations and the public about individuals with disabilities, Jennings explained, and she’s quick to point out these disabilities could be anything physical, visual, auditory or related to aging. The goal of the AOA is to be the in-
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If FCCS is closed, existing students are slated to relocate to either Errington Elementary or the Qualicum Beach Middle School site, according to a facility report presented at the regular board meeting Jan. 28. The school board is currently in the midst of a 90-day public consultation period, meaning the earliest a motion can pass acting on the recommendations is April 29. The closure of the four schools would save $1,230,000 annually with other annual saving achieved in regards to maintenance. It would also address the 2,000 free spaces in schools as utilization would increase by 19 per cent in the district. The cost to bring facilities up to speed, including the addition of playgrounds for young children, daycares and other adjustments would be a one-time cost of around $650,000. Over the next five years, the district deficit is predicted to grow to $3.6 million. But residents gave a passionate plea to save FCCS. Fraser said closing FCCS is “a different type of school closure” in comparison to the other three schools on the chopping block. “Closing FCCS will take children out of this community that we all love,” said Fraser, adding that he blames the Liberal government for putting residents of Coombs in this situation in the first place. Fraser vowed to vote against the government’s proposed budget this week. “I will do everything I can to stop the deci-
sion to close this school on your behalf,” said Fraser, who also promised to speak with the Minister of Education regarding the closure. Coombs resident Sarah Roth said closing FCCS will “crush this community.” “I understand this all comes down to dollars and cents and I get that is the bottom line for you,” said Roth, addressing the board. “But for this community the bottom line is our homes — this is our family and I’m sorry but by taking away this you take away our children.” Roth burst into tears on the spot, drawing emotion and a roaring applause from the crowd. “If you take the people who are here and you disperse our children there is no reason to have a community here,” said Roth. “If you want to continue to maintain the thriving community that we have we need to figure out how to help you keep this school open.” According to Roth, the small-scale nature of the 111-student community school is why she moved back to Coombs. Roth said it will be “extremely detrimental” for current FCCS students to reintegrate into a larger school in a different community while being split up from many of their friends. “They will lose a sense of identity and fall through the cracks,” said Roth, adding that if Parksville Elementary, Qualicum Beach Elementary and/or Winchelsea Elementary were to close, at least the students would stay within their community.
Have you been thinking of simplifying your lifestyle and moving to an easier home to care for? We are hosting a free very informative seminar on Tuesday, March 11th at 1:00 at the Parksville Travel Lodge (424 W. Island Hwy, Parksville) to help you explore the many housing options available in our community. Perhaps you have been thinking of downsizing to a smaller home, patio home or condo, independent seniors living or assisted living and simply do not know what is available. We want to help you explore your options so that you can make an informed decision when determining your next step. There will be a variety of guest speakers, professionals in their field to discuss everything from possible home choices (such as Emerald Estates & The Gardens), Karen’s Transitions Made Simple who specialize in senior’s relocation, to a financial professional who can provide financing options available. Most of us are not aware of the many affordable housing choices available and avoid making any decision as it may seem overwhelming. We are here to provide information, current market conditions, show you some of the choices and let you know there is help every step of the way. This event will be hosted by Karen Roberts (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) of Royal LePage Parksville/Qualicum Beach. Coffee & cookies will be served. Please call 250-248-7612 or e-mail sold@shaw.ca to confirm as seating is limited and we had a full house at our last seminar.
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Letters FUND OUR OWN DEBT Re: Colin Bartlett’s letter ‘Debt and Money’ (Feb. 13, The NEWS). It is clear Bartlett read Neil Dawe’s plain exposition (in another recent letter to the editor) of how money is created and his advocacy of the Bank of Canada as the nation’s main source of debt funding. But Bartlett infers that if such a process were adopted now, it must promote all the evils of inflation,and “move the debt directly on to the shoulders of the taxpayer...” Who on earth does he think has carried the burden of debt and inflation these last 40 years as money was created against no asset to cover deficits, the Man in the Moon? He quibbles about the 4.7 times inflated value of money since the debt was wholly privatized in 1975, but says nothing about the 35 times growth of federal debt alone in the 39 years since then. According to the then-Auditor General’s Report, within 15 years of the change an astounding 92 percent of federal debt was due to borrowed deficits caused by un-payable interest. Can this be un-connected to the private donation system for political parties? Money created by our own bank at administrative cost only, against budgets unadulterated with pointless interest, could not have created the usurious debts now crippling every government in Canada. Perhaps Bartlett should e-mail the Auditor General’s Office for that 1993 report, and consider that six years after the last bank-induced crash, five old European nations are still massively in default to private banks. They could have issued their needs themselves at a small fraction of the cost, like
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GREAT HEALTH CARE After reading a few very negative reports on our health care system, I feel I have to write to you about my very good experience. I was having a problem breathing. My wife took me to the new urgent care clinic in Parksville. A very professional nurse realized I was in trouble and handed me over to a medical team who were compassionate and caring. After the tests all came back and it was found I was having a heart attack, the team moved into high gear and quickly stabilized me. Dr. Edmunds and his crew were fantastic — they got me ready for sending to Nanaimo General in a special ambulance, along with a nurse, where I was met with another crew of doctors and nurses who double checked everything and declared I was in no immediate danger and was being sent to Royal Jubilee, as they were best at handling my problem. I spent the night at Nanaimo and was looked after like a king, given a light meal and the next day sent to Victoria, where I was set upon by another very professional and compassionate crew of cardiac doctors and nurses and was told I was going for an echo cardiograph the next day, which found I had four blocked arteries and would have to have open heart surgery. In the room in critical care, I became very
scared and lonely and a wonderful nurse sat with me for awhile and explained what would go on and so forth and calmed me down. I was given a phone and phoned my wife who came down next day along with my sons, one who had flown in from Afghanistan. The care I was getting was fantastic. As far as I am concerned, we the people on Vancouver Island have nothing to worry about our health care. I will never complain about my taxes again. My hat is off to our doctors and nurses and paramedics — you were great. BOB JACOBS Parksville
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MAMA MIA, GREAT For anyone who didn’t see the Ballenas High School Whalebone Theatre performance of Mama Mia... you missed such a great show. It was a foot-tapping, hand-clapping, singing, dancing bonanza and every one of the actors on stage, every one of the back stage crew, and director Doug Campbell deserve congratulations, bouquets and thanks from all the sold out audiences who were there for such a treat. My granddaughter Adrien was in the chorus, and what a great start to her first year with the musical drama group, all that talent will be quite a challenge to keep up with. Thank you Doug Campbell and Ballenas High School.
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The salary of the chief executive of a large corporation is not a market award for achievement. It is frequently in the nature of a warm personal gesture by the individual to himself. — John Kenneth Galbraith Old J.K.G. was America’s most famous Canadian — their greatest economist and a leading light in the Kennedy administration as well as a career diplomat used to rubbing elbows with the world’s extremely welloff elite. For those of us without a mug in which to micturate, it’s comforting to think that the wealthy few are a pack of incestuous scuzzbuckets who will ultimately roast in Hell. Heaven knows some of them have earned it. Take Antony Jenkins. As chief executive officer of Barclays Bank in England it was Mister Jenkins painful duty recently to announce the layoffs of more than 12,000 employees. Mister Jenkins barely had time to whip off the black armband and don a party hat before announcing a top-up to the ‘bonus pool’ for Barclay executives of $345 million.
That’s just the one-year increase. Such a salary is obscene, amoral The total Barclay’s bonus pool (make and profoundly anti-social. It doesn’t that small inland sea) is 2.38 billion reflect the behaviour of a pillar of sociBritish pounds — close to $4 bil- ety; it’s the M.O. of a Somali sea pirate. lion U.S. That’s about three times the Not all tycoons are unrepentant amount Barclay’s paid out in dividends greedheads. I know of a guy so rich he last year. could buy and sell Gord The upper crust of our Nixon before breakfast. He own Royal Bank is much could buy himself a small more conservative. Its country if he cared to, but CEO, Gord Nixon, permit- By Arthur Black he doesn’t. Instead he and ted himself only a humhis wife have put togethmingbird sip of the comer a worldwide charitable pany coffers last year. A foundation dedicated to modest increase of a mere making things better for one percent. Very humthe bottom of the bottom ble. Very Canadian. of the world’s ninety-nine Mind you it did bring percent. his pay cheque up to $12.7 What’s more he’s optimistic about the future. He says the million. Almost thirteen million dollars. For world economy is getting better. “I am so optimistic,” he says, “that I am willone year’s work. Pardon me for asking, but who in ing to make a prediction: by 2035, there Hell needs $12.7 million dollars a year? will be almost no poor countries left in the world.” That’s $250,000 a week. This guy knows a thing or two about Put another way, every time Gord goes for a leak in the RBS corporate making money. His name is Bill Gates. J.K. Galbraith once observed: “The washroom, he makes 6,250 bucks. Even more if he stops to comb his greater the wealth, the thicker the dirt.” Not always, J.K. Not always. hair.
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OLYMPIC VALUES? The two-week extravaganza is over. An incredible $51 billion spent, in a world that has so much need. I feel sadness and outrage that such a huge part of the world has no clean drinking water. People sleep on the street and go to bed hungry. What has happened to our values as a society? It is time to look seriously at the Olympics as an event totally out of control, each country trying to outdo the other in more lavish spending. Why not move the Olympics back to Greece, where it all began. Each country sending athletes could contribute to it and finally get the spending under control. I respect the efforts of the men and women who achieve such high levels of sport, but feel diminished by our values as a society. It is time to mount a campaign for change. MARLENE CORAM Qualicum Beach
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I am writing to express my frustration regarding the proposed closure of four schools in School District 69. Young children are being up-rooted, their communities destroyed. These closures represent only one-third of a $3.6-million deficit. Where is the other $2.4 million annually coming from? As a parent of three with two children still in public school, I can no longer keep
quiet. The education of our children is under attack. Sadly our reaction seems to be the demarcation of territory. Qualicum Beach against Parksville, elderly against youth, rural against urban. This is non-productive, divisive and frankly embarrassing. The conversation should not be keep my school open and close yours. It is folly to blame the school trustees. Though elected by the citizens of the district, their role is to oversee the running of this district by district staff. Their power is limited. They do not set taxes, curriculum, class size or teacher and support staff salaries. These decisions are made in Victoria. The blame truly lies with Premier Christy Clark and Minister of Education Peter Fassbender. They chose to underfund public education in this province. They and their agents have hamstrung trustees across the province with contracts, hydro increases, new curriculum, computer programs and systems that have not been funded. They have dictated contracts that have been deemed unconstitutional. They continue to show the court contempt on this. As Canadians we value the rule of law yet this province’s government seems to choose to ignore it. Why? Is it because they feel that no one cares? I care and I do not feel I am alone in this. We all benefit from well-educated, well-adjusted individuals — including
our corporate citizens. I implore the citizens of this district to write the premier and the education minister. Tell them that you want and value a quality education for our children. Tell them that you want funding that supports quality education in this district. ROBERT MCGIBBON Parksville
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Recently in The NEWS there was a reminder from the City of Parksville that residents are required to shovel snow from the sidewalks in front of their homes. So, I bundle up my time-ravaged, 80-something body with atrophied muscles and head out with Canada toque on my dome, Hudson’s Bay Olympic mitts on my hands, to clean the sidewalk in front of my house. Alas I find that the snow plows (three within five minutes of each other) have smothered my sidewalk with road snow. I retreat to the warmth of my gas-fuelled fireplace, Scotch whisky in hand and say a pox on your rules. So fine me, I will refuse to pay and no doubt subsequently languish in the senior’s cells (with appropriate plumbing) at the local lockup until released with a severe tongue lashing. LOU GUEHO Parksville
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Sun-Maid
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Kraft
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10kg
200-350gr
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Chipits
907gr
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5
4
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Danone
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750gr
250ml
1000
5
3$
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12-16x100gr
450gr
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3000
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Creamy Home-Style Frosting
515-535gr
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5
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3
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Organic Whole Bean Coffee
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796ml
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175-200gr
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500gr
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NANOOSE BAY SCULPTOR
Creatures from the sea provide inspiration Scuba diver uses sculpture to recreate what he sees under water BRENDA GOUGH NEWS Contributor
He is a scuba dive master and instructor, so it is no surprise the ocean and its colourful creatures are the inspiration for the handiwork of Nanoose Bay artist Jay Holbrook. When Holbrook isn’t under water photographing and recording what he sees, he is in his studio recreating the marine life he finds so fascinating. A mixed media sculptor of copper, steel, and wood, Holbrook says he attempts to convey through shape, texture and colour the feeling and unique perspective that a diver has when interacting close-up and personal with sea creatures. Many of Holbrook’s metal sculptures are based on the aquatic organisms he sees in the waters off of the east coast of the Island and his favourite are rockfish. He says there are three species of the spiky, spiny, striped and speckled creatures that often encounters around these parts. “There are more Quillback, Copper and Tiger rockfish in this area. I really like the Tiger rockfish. It has nice colours … bold orange and a red stripe,” he pointed out. His metal creations come in an array of shapes, sizes and colours and are often grouped together creating a vivid piece of wall art. The life-like fish are made from 24 oz copper plating which is hand cut using a plasma torch to give a natural organic design. He then uses various hammers for texture for the scales and fins. Once the pieces are shaped and hammered they are then TIG welded together. The final process is adding the finish with a hand held touch. He said painting with flames brings out the gorgeous colours that copper can
BRENDA GOUGH PHOTO
Mixed media sculptor Jay Holbrook gets his inspiration for his copper rockfish metal sculptures from the waters he dives in around his neighbourhood of Nanoose Bay. Many of his pieces can be found at the Oceanside Village Artists’ Gallery on Resort Drive in Parksville.
show. “I’ve found that metal is an excellent medium to convey the intense colour and brilliant reflective surfaces of these denizens of the deep.” Holbrook who is also trained a wood worker and cabinet maker makes custom furniture, woodwork and home decor items. His primary medium is wood when he makes furniture but you’ll also find elements of metal, rock and painted surfaces on the pieces as well.
He said his artistic side surfaced when he was a kid doing woodwork and his welding work as a scuba diver eventually influenced his creations. “I have always made stuff but I wanted to add a little something extra to the wood and the furniture pieces I was making so I started playing around with copper and adding bits of copper. It kind of just snowballed from there. I do a lot of copper fish so it is always tied in with the diving.” Holbrook just happens to live within a few minutes of several excellent dive
sites. He said he dives at least once a week if not more and brings along an underwater camera to capture his interactions with the creatures he gets up close and personal with. He also participates in a Vancouver Aquarium program that has volunteer scuba divers record information about the species at risk in our oceans. You can find Holbrook’s creations at the Oceanside Village Artists’ Gallery on Resort Drive in Parksville or visit www.jpholbrook.com.
THIS SATURDAY NIGHT AT ERRINGTON HALL
Return engagement for popular band
NEWS FILE PHOTO
Maria in the Shower play Errington Hall on Saturday night.
For those who loved A Night at the Palace at the Errington Hall last month and are yearning for another vaudeville inspired show, you won’t want to miss Maria in the Shower on Saturday, March 8. The Errington Hall will once again provide a cabaret like atmosphere with a four-piece band from Vancouver that has been described as part cabaret, part punk and part folk. Cabaret is a well-loved form of entertainment featuring comedy, song, dance, and theatre and Maria in the Shower’s musical collaboration is an eclectic mix of all of the
above. The boys of Maria are skilled performers who deliver true folk songs, ballads, rockabilly, blues, Gypsy soul and more. Formed by Martin Reisle (voice/guitar/cello/trombone) and Jack Garton (voice/accordion/trumpet) as a vehicle to explore the fringe of music and theatre, their journey has taken them across Canada, the USA and to parts of Europe. Appearing in various configurations from duo to quintet and on occasion with a full symphony orchestra – they are consistently creative, thought pro-
voking, and unpredictable. Born in 2005, Maria’s cult status in the Vancouver underground gave way to ovations from the mainstream after the release of their first full band recording in 2011. Each of their shows is a complete performance in the vaudeville tradition and is full of passion and often instigates fits of infectious dancing. Tickets for the March 8 show are $20 and can be purchased at Cranky Dog Music in Parksville, the Errington Store and Heaven on Earth in Qualicum Beach. — NEWS Staff
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THIS FRIDAY AT THE ACOUSTIC CAFE
Charming audiences with gospel The duo also mixes in some story-telling and some humour
A unique musical act will be performing at the Qualicum Acoustic Cafe this Friday, March 7. The Victoria duo of Andrews and Lawrence have been charming and captivating audiences in coffee houses, churches and festivals across B.C. and will bring their old time gospel music to Rotary House this Friday night. In the harmonizing tradition of the great brother duets like the Stanley Brothers, Everly Brothers, and the Smothers Brothers, Larry Lawrence and Andy Ruszel AKA Andrews and Lawrence deliver down-home finger pickin’ and two part harmonizing. You don’t have to know a lot about old time gospel music to get caught up in the sing-along atmosphere, with enough story-telling and humour to bring along folk, country and bluegrass audiences alike for the ride. In addition to their reputation as performers of traditional material the duo also features the original songs of Ruszel who also sings lead and plays rhythm guitar. Ruszel grew up on an old dirt road just outside of Toronto and went to a little white church on Sundays. His gospelating compadre Lawrence grew up and has deep musical roots in Kansas City. He plays lead guitar and handles the tenor harmony lines. Tickets for the Qualicum Acoustic Café (QUAC) can be purchased at the Vintage Candy Shop, Qualicum Beach. Doors for the March 7 open stage and feature act open at 7 p.m. with the show at 7.30 p.m. — NEWS Staff
PHOTO SUBMITTED BY ANDREWS AND LAWRENCE
Andrews and Lawrence will play the Acoustic Cafe in Qualicum Beach on Friday night.
AT THE MAC IN PARKSVILLE
Free music program for youth LISSA ALEXANDER
reporter@pqbnews.com
Local youth who like to play music can get involved in a new free music program starting at the McMillan Arts Centre tomorrow. A new youth/teen drop-in music jam will take place every Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. beginning March 5. The first 26 weeks will be free thanks to a donation from Shaw, and organizers are hoping to get more funding to continue to run the program for free for local youth. Young people aged 12 to 18 who are learning an instrument and currently practising at home alone are encouraged to come play in a group, along with those who are more experienced. People can bring their own instruments and there will be some available to borrow. The songs and genre of music played will be the choice of those attending each week, but to start songs sheets will be printed out with tabs and chords.
PHOTO SUBMITTED BY HEIDI ABBOTT
Doug Steel from Shaw hands over a cheque to the McMillan Arts Centre’s Heidi Abbott to run a youth drop-in jam at no cost to participants for 26 weeks.
Sharon Tomczyk, of the Coombs based band Counting Time, and Susanne Vigneault, a local singer/songwriter, will be facilitating the jams and some other professional and amateur musicians will also be joining the group. A maximum of 15 participants can attend each Wednesday.
Organizers at the MAC are still looking for donations of sound equipment, microphones, mic stands, amps, patch cords and music stands, and cash donations would also be greatly appreciated. Contact the administrator at the MAC at 250-248-8185 or email info@
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Hugh Gerald McGorman June 29, 1941 – February 27, 2014
Hugh passed away peacefully at the Palliative Care Unit at N.R.G.H. with his wife Fran by his side. Survived by 2 sons; Ken (Arvena), Devon AB., Rob (Nicole) grandchildren Anson & Bryn, Parksville, BC; sisters Phyllis Mulligan (George), and their family, Glenboro, Manitoba; Gail Elmhirst and her family Carberry, Manitoba. No service by request. In Hugh’s memory extend a helping hand to anyone who needs it.
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SHANNON GAIL MACKAY (nee Schley)
Jeanne Eleanor GILLIES (nĂŠe de Jausserand)
May 27, 1924 - September 17, 2013 It is with great sadness that the Gillies family announces the death of their Mom, Jeanne Gillies on September 17, 2013. Mom died as she wished, in her own home in Parksville BC, running things to the end. She was pre-deceased by her parents Harold and Emily de Jausserand (both were born in St. Peterport, Guernsey, CI) and her husband, Donald Gillies (born in Emo, Ontario). Jeanne is survived by her sons, Doug, Bruce and Grant; their spouses and partners; seven wonderful grandchildren, Geordie, Frasier, Meredith, Amanda, Lauren, Samuel and Findlay; and a long list of friends and colleagues. To send a condolence to the family please visit: www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.
HARRY TURNER
June 28, 1928 – Feb. 24, 2014 Harry Turner passed away peacefully on the afternoon of February 24, 2014 at the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Harry was predeceased by his first wife Ila Patterson. He is survived by his loving wife Verna Turner, sister Vera (Frank)Roth; Step-Children: Loren (Bob) Hooton, David (Gisela) Hykawy, Linda (Garth) Markewitz, Richard (Barbara Judt) Hykawy, Barbara (James) Halipchuk, Harold Hykawy, Michael Hykawy, Gordon Hykawy, Beverly (Roger) Compain, many nieces and nephews; StepGrandchildren: Carmen Carmen Fawcett, (Brad) Fawcett, Raylene Raylene Hooton, Hooton,Hooton, Brock Hooton, Crystal (Phil) Parenteau, Jen Brock Crystal (Phil) Parenteau, Jen Gorda, Gorda,Gorda, Nick Gorda, David Hykawy, Halipchuk; Nick David Hykawy, Brian Brian Halipchuk; Step Step Great Grandchildren: Mason Fawcett, Kylee Great Grandchildren: Mason Fawcett, Kylee Fawcett, Fawcett,Gorda Bentley Gorda RenÊ Parenteau. Bentley and RenÊand Parenteau. Harry had a passion for hunting, fishing and gardening. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered. A celebration of his life will be held at 11:00am on March 11, 2014 at the Yates Funeral Chapel.
Parksville Community Convention Centre, Jensen Avenue Shannon was taken from this world too soon on February 16, 2014 under the compassionate care of Dr. Robin Love and the amazing NRGH Palliative Care Unit, especially the ‘green team’. Shannon will always be the benchmark of a life well lived and inspiration for all who knew her. As a much-loved mother, daughter, sister, friend and mentor, Shannon touched so many people in so many positive ways, so a memorial celebration is planned for Saturday March 8, 2014, 1 pm at the Parksville Community Convention Centre, Jensen Avenue. Please join us in this “everyone welcome� gathering to honour Shannon’s life and legacy. In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to please support Oceanside Hospice Society, Nanaimo Hospice Society or the QF Community Health Endowment Fund (via Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation). LEGALS
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Any person wishing further information in connection with this application should apply directly to: Fern Road Consulting Ltd., Box 405 Qualicum Beach, B.C. V9K 1S9 Tel: 250-752-9121 Any objections to this application are to be forwarded to Rick Couroux, Secretary to the Deputy Comptroller of Water Rights, Ministry of Environment, PO Box 9340 PROV GOVT, Victoria, BC V8W 9M1, or by email Rick.Couroux@gov.bc.ca or by fax 250-953-5124 to be received in this office on or before: March 28th, 2014 EPCOR Water Services #10-D 1343 Alberni Highway, Parksville, B.C. V9P 2B9
LOST HIMALAYAN cat 20 years old went missing in the area of Moilliet, Hirst & Jensen. Goes by the name of Nicholas, white w/grey markings. Reward offer if contained. Call (250)248-8170.
TRAVEL GETAWAYS LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Winter Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891
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PERMANENT F/T experienced Bookkeeper/Accountant. 35-40 hrs/wk, $18-$20/hr based on experience. Full knowledge of Simply Accounting including accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll. Requires experience filing government remittances such as payroll, GST, PST and WorkSafe BC. Benefit package available. Resumes to: kelley@pacificboatbrokers.com
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Accountant/Controller We are seeking an Accountant/Controller with strong management skills and full cycle accounting experience. The accountant will become team leader for our accounting department and will play a key role in communicating financial information and performance to management. Our ofďŹ ce is located in Parksville and operates two stump to dump logging operations with associated road crews. We offer a challenging but positive work environment and a competitive compensation package.
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TOWN OF QUALICUM BEACH Incorporated 1942
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Labourer Trainees (2) Temporary Full-time The Town of Qualicum Beach is currently seeking up to two qualified individuals for the position of Labourer Trainee on a temporary fulltime basis, to work in the Parks Department. Visit www.qualicumbeach.com to view the job posting and required skills, qualifications and experience. This position is subject to the CUPE Local 401 Collective Agreement, including the 2013 Labourer Trainee rate of pay: $21.24 per hour. The successful candidates will be available to work up to 40 hours per week (varied shifts including weekends, evenings, nights and holidays). Work terms are based on operational requirements and may be up to 8 months in duration. Apply by sending your cover letter and resume, by 4:30 pm, Wednesday, March 5, 2014, to: Corporate Administrator / HR Town of Qualicum Beach #201 – 660 Primrose Street, P.O. Box 130 Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1S7 Fax: 250.752.1243 Email: tcoates@qualicumbeach.com We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Arrowsmith Lodge & Cokely Manor Casual/On-Call Activity Aide Arrowsmith Lodge is a long term care facility in Parksville, BC, is currently accepting resumes for a casual/on-call Activity Aide. Arrowsmith Lodge is a unionized facility. Job Duties include: • Provide programs to residents such as arts and crafts, exercises, music, cooking, plus much more. • Operate a bus for resident outings. QualiĂ„cations are: • Grade 12 • Graduate of a recognized Recreational and/or Activity Course • Class 4 Drivers License • First Aid/CPR The successful applicant will have strong communication skills, the ability to work well with others, good organization skills, and be able to use a computer. Please drop oɈ resumes to: Arrowsmith Lodge, 266B Moilliet Street, Parksville, BC. Attention: Deanna Smith
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FINANCIAL CONTROLLER HUU-AY-AHT GROUP OF BUSINESSES
Duties Reporting to the CEO, the Financial Controller carries out the following general tasks: investments, management of internal accounting, budget preparation and management, and other duties as assigned. How to apply View the full job description on our website: http://hfndevelopmentlp.org/job-board/ Written submissions must be made by March 20, 2014 to: Mr. Stan Coleman, RPF CEO managing the Huu-ay-aht group of businesses Address: 2533 Port Alberni Highway Port Alberni, BC, V9Y 8P2 Canada Fax: (778) 421-2664 Email: sarah.j@huuayaht.com
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CARLEEN’S CLEAN & Green Housecleaning with an eye for detail. Home (250)951-3535.
COMPUTER SERVICES
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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:
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OCEANSIDE Lawn & Garden. Tree pruning, hedge shaping & trimming, gutters, & early spring garden clean-ups, powerwashing. (250)240-1116.
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1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251 Counter Microwave $25. 23 white cupboard doors/drawers w/gold knobs $5./ea or $100 for all. Call 1-204-981-6243
FREE ITEMS FREE TOW Away of unwanted vehicles. We also pay $Cash$ for vehicles of value. Call anytime. Norms Towing & Salvage 250-757-8911 or 250954-7543 (cell).
FRIENDLY FRANK DAYBEDWHITE enamel new Serta mattress, $99. Call (250)757-2325. TV SATELLITE dish, 2 receivers, $75. includes TV if wanted. Call (250)752-8348.
COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose). WEST COAST Firewood. Seasoned firewood. Volume discount. 1-877-380-9663.
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IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
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CAT SITTING in my home. Safe, loving environment. No cages. 7day to long term stay. Limited space. 250-740-5554 DOGGY BED & Breakfast; All the love and comforts of home. Short or long stay. Walks, play and special needs care included. Come for a visit. Call 250-586-7280.
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Lawns - Irrigation Maintenance Pruning - Landscaping
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PET CARE SERVICES
ANTIQUE LAMPS, crystal, ceramic smalls, tables, framed prints, dressers. View daily 1pm-4pm. (250)754-3389.
ORCA TREE & LAWN CARE
TRADE JOURNEYMAN BRIDGEWORKER
PETS
ANTIQUES/VINTAGE
TRADES, TECHNICAL SHINGLE Sawyer Wanted. Top Rates. Steady Work. 604846-4455
A STROKE ABOVE Painting LTD- Liven up your space with a splash of colour! Book an Interior Job and receive 10% off invoice. Commercial & Residential. WCB. Insured. Call Dave, 250-240-2310. ASTONISHING PAINTING CO. Residential/Commercial/Repainting. 25 yrs. experience. Call Mike 250-248-8569 M&S OXFORD Home/Commercial Reno’s & Painting. Patio’s, Decks, Sheds, Hardwood and Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. 250-586-3517. POIRIER PAINTING: Residential / Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, WCB, Call Dan at #250240-3528.
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HELP WANTED
Emcon Services Inc., the Road and Bridge Maintenance Contractor for the Island Division is accepting resumes for the position of Trade Journeyman Bridge worker based at the Cumberland Yard location. This position requires a competent, energetic and highly self-motivated individual with a valid CertiďŹ cate of QualiďŹ cations issued by the B.C. Ministry of Labour or the Industry Training Authority. Must hold a valid BC Driver’s License, Class 3 with Air Brakes. Competitive wage and beneďŹ ts package as per Union Contract. Division Manager Emcon Services Inc. Box 1300 Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0 Email: dinman@emconservices.ca Fax: 250-336-8892
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HAULING AND SALVAGE JUNK TO THE DUMP. Jobs Big or small, I haul it all! I recycle & donate to local charities. Call Sean 250-741-1159. WAYNE’S HAUL-AWAY. Will haul away unwanted whatever. Bondable. 250-752-1639.
COFFEE TABLE, 60� x 19�, good cond, solid wood construction, $100. 2 end tables, $60 ea. 1 (250)756-2694 QUEEN MATTRESS SET! Brand New Pillowtop style. $200. (250)713-9680 THOMASVILLE 2 piece entertainment unit, cherry wood. Excellent condition. width 45�, height 82� and depth 26�. TV included. $200. Call (250)7292690 (Nanaimo).
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REAL ESTATE
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WHITE CABINET, custom made, base 30� high, 8 feet long, top piece is 60� high. Asking $400 firm. Call (250)586-3339.
MT. ARROWSMITH golf membership for sale. Annual green fees paid for by the corporate passes. Contact for more info. 250-248-2210 or 250-240-0007.
PARKSVILLE, 1 bdrm + nursery/den, level entry suite on quiet street. Close to d/town. W/D, big back yard, long term rental preferred. n/s, n/p, Ref’s Req’d. $625 + utils. Call 250248-5548 or 1-250-333-8763
STAY AT Loren’s cottage, Parksville. May - Sept. or longterm. Mins to beach. N/S, N/P, $600./mo. (250)248-4902.
1988 BLUE Dodge Daytona Shelby Z. Manual, hatchback, FWD. Very rare turbo charged. Beautiful condition inside & out. Mechanically sound. New all season tires 225-60R15 July 2013. One owner. $4275. Call (250)954-0101.
WILLIS & COMPANY piano, beautiful condition, $1000. Lazy-boy chair, good condition. $300. Glass-top coffee table $150. No reasonable offer refused. (250)338-1970 after 6pm
HOMES FOR RENT VICTORIA 2 BDRM CONDO 1380 sq ft. Quiet 55+ bldg near Hillside Mall & Jubilee Hospital. No-step entry. $195,000. Call Claire 1-250858-6775.
GARAGE SALES 70 Magnolia Drive - MOVING - DOWNSIZING Everything goes only taking our clothes. Call to view (250-586-1313) or Garage Sale - March 1st and 8th between 9 and 1.
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FOR SALE BY OWNER QUALITY GARDEN SHEDS Gazebos, pergolas, follies, greenhouses, studios, storage & more. Call 250-951-0855 ROYAL DOLTON dishes “Japora� $350. Antique chair, $75. Call (250)933-3900.
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. BBQ tank and tools, patio table, umbrella and 4 chairs. 12.5’ Cat boat. Table saw. Ikea bookcase and cupboard. Steno armchair. Side tables and lamps. Call 250954-1771 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 HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, W/D, F/S, granite tiles, beautiful, 17-pce kitchen cupboards, jacuzzi. (250)753-0160 MOVING SALE - Flat screen T.V., Queen bed, Recliner couch, Royal Albert dishes 13 place setting, Roll top desk, Rattan dining set, kayak --best offer for all -- must sell -contact 250-937-0258 NEW AREA Rug red w/black & white, bought, $300, sell $150. 7’lx5w. (250)585-7744.
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.
STEEL BUILDINGS/Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 Visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca WOODSTOVE, GREAT condition, nice and clean. Located in Nanaimo (you must be able to pick up). $500 obo. Call (250)933-5223
1478 SQ.FT. RANCHER. 6 yrs young. 3bdrm, 2.5bath. Dbl + attached garage, heat pump, 14x40 deck. Bowser/ Deep Bay area. 250-757-8757.
RENTALS $225,000. Great neighborhood two story home, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Completely renovated. See for details.: www.arrowsmithlistings.ca
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QUALICUM or PARKSVILLE HOME WANTED Bright 2 BR townhouse, house or large open-plan grn’d-level suite. Quiet, financially responsible, N/S retired single female. 1 cat Access to garden space an asset. Ready to move May 31st. Long-term lease. Sydney at 604-535-6025 SANDPIPER AREA: Family home, 4 bdrm, 3 full baths, 2 family rms, living room, bright kitchen, ample parking for RV. $1500./mo + util’s. Damage dep., ref’s req’d. Serious enquires only please. Avail. March 1st. 1(250)723-8510. SEAWARD WAY: Oceanside on Eaglecrest Golf Course, adult 50+ community. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl, NS/NP, $1100/mo Call 250-752-8605 WEST COAST STYLE South facing 3 bed/2bath house on scenic mountain view acreage. Errington. Pets ok. $1200/mo. N/S. Available immediately. Call 250)954-0018.
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COTTAGES LIVE IN this 3 bdrm house with mortgage helper (legal 1 bdrm suite $750/mo). Have a home based business in the 2.5 car garage w/separate driveway (room for RV). New plumbing, windows, Valor F/P, laminate floors/ carpet, driveway, HW tank, D/W, W & D, all appliances stay. 2 blks to City Hall/Library. Low util’s w/2 natural gas F/Ps, stove, HW and dryer (separate meters). Garden shed/small studio, veg garden and xeriscaping front yard (no watering). A must see @ $349,900. (250)954-0227.
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ERRINGTON 1-YR-OLD unfurn. 950 sq.ft. private sunny Carriage House/Suite on 10 acres. 1 bdrm, quiet secluded bush setting, large deck, all appliances and garage incl. Hydro, Cable, Wi-Fi, Phone extra. NS/NP Available Now. Refs Req. $875/mo. Call: 250248-5381 Whiskey Creek-1bdrm, 2nd storey suite separate from main house. F/S, W/D. Quiet single working person with references. $600/mo.Util incl., except phone. Avail immed.. D/D req’d. N/P,N/S 250-752-0169/250-240-7999.
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Rudy Cuatro back after seven years Local skateboarding film to premier at Parksville Community Centre this Saturday T YSON TAYLOR
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The fourth instalment of the Rudy skateboarding films is set to debut at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre on Saturday, March 8 at 8 p.m. Rudy Cuatro (4), which features local skaters Trevor Ribeyre, Dan Higgins, Pat Hooney and their good buddies, has been in the making for seven years. Producer Chris Gaetz let out some early info about the movie, which he’s excited to see finally come together. “It’s been a long time in the making. We’ve all been growing up and not having as much time as we’d usually like to skate but it’s finally ready,” Gaetz said. “We had a lot of fun skating in different places and it’ll be good to share it with everyone that wants to see it.” The group traveled as far away as Barcelona, Spain, to shoot some footage for their latest release. They also traveled to California, Toronto, various places in the Lower Mainland and of course, many of their favourite spots here on Vancouver Island. “Barcelona was amazing to both skate and shoot. The architecture and environment over there was very conducive for both skateboarding and videography, so that was pretty cool,” Gae-
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Trevor Ribeyre will be among the many faces seen in the Rudy 4 premiere this weekend at the Parksville Community and Conference Center.
tz said. “Of course, we love shooting at home too because we’re with all of our
close friends but Spain takes the cake, by far.”
Their video also features tons of amazing Vancouver Island talent, past, present and future. Erik Kobelka, who also filmed for Rudy Cuatro, owns Manual Skateboards and is excited about their latest project. “Every time you go out and try to film skateboarding it ends up being kind of special. Sometimes it’s a battle for the skater to get the trick, taking many hours, lots of pain,” Kobelka said. “Each five second clip usually has a pretty good memory behind it. That’s why having a whole video of your friends put together to watch in a final product is a fun way to celebrate what we all love.” Tickets are $5 at the door and footage starts to roll at 8 p.m. It’s an alcohol-free event and anyone is invited to the premiere. “Everyone is welcome to come out to see the video but at the same time need to warn folks there will be some explicit lyrics and silly behavior in the film,” Gaetz said.
WINTER SPORTS
Great archery end to the B.C. Winter Games In the final day of competition at the 2014 B.C. Winter Games, the Ag-Rec Building in Abbotsford was buzzing with young archers from across the province early Sunday morning. The final day of archery action brought about the match play finals in all three categories — barebow, recurve and compound — for both the boys and girls categories. Parksville’s Gabrielle Courtorielle, who also brought home a silver in the aggregate
archery tournament, took gold in the girl’s barebow match play final with a score of 83 points, representing the Vancouver Island-Central Coast Zone Six team. Mya Schouwenburg of the Cariboo-North East Zone Eight team captured silver with 75 points and Fraser River Delta’s Naveena Leong took bronze. In the boy’s barebow match play final, Dawson Williams of the Cariboo-North East easily won gold with a score
of 88 points over his opponent, Christopher Bruce of the Vancouver-Squamish Zone Five team, who scored 62 points. Duncan Van Der Roest took third with 66 points in the bronze match up. The recurve match play finals for the girls proved to be both exciting and dramatic with Shaelin Bishop of North Vancouver taking gold with 90 points. Emma Huges, also from North Vancouver, made it a
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close second place finish with 89 points and Carlina Oddy narrowly won bronze. Levi Kelbert of the Thompson-Okanagan Zone Two team won the top prize in the boy’s recurve. Lokton Au won silver medal for Vancouver-Squamish and Ethan Shonwise from the Thompson-Okanagan won bronze. In the last match ups of the day, Karleigh Meier of the Thompson-Okanagan shot a score of 108 in the gold medal
round to take first place in the girl’s compound match play final over the Kootenays Zone One’s Katrina Romanowicz who took silver and Shadae Pollon’s bronze. Spencer Schouwenburg, won the boy’s compound match play final gold for the Cariboo-North East. Jordan Adachi from the Kootenays took silver and Jason Dekkers claimed bronze. — submitted by the B.C. Winter Games
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Archers from around B.C. explain how they developed an interest in the sport, and it’s not all about The Hunger Games... Archery has been rising in popularity recently in correlation with the release of the book and film The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Those who participated in the archery event in Abbotsford for the B.C. Winter Games showed they could match shot for shot with the Hollywood stars. “The yellow circle is the best you can get, and then it goes to red, blue and then black,” explained zone six competitor Max Watson, adding that there are three categories: barebow, compound and recurve. Compound “is where you have wheels and recurve is where you have sights, so it’s easier to hit the target,” ex-
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spired by his father’s interest in the sport. Soon after he received his own bow and has been progressing in skill and ability ever since. Asked about Olympic aspirations, Haney said, “you never know if I’ll get there,” with a coy smile. Goerz, from zone seven, favours a bow with multiple strings — the compound category. The Fort St. James resident first began archery to pass the time, but later realized he was really interested in it and has continued growing as an athlete from there. Another competitor, Devon Harach, has been practicing archery for five years after his mother told him he could hunt for sport with a bow and arrow. As a boy, Harach was very interested in this prospect. — submitted by the B.C. Winter Games
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B.C. Games hockey Vancouver Island team finishes fourth in Mission The Vancouver Island U-16 Girls Team (Zone 6) finished just out of the medal,s coming in fourth after a tough 3–0 loss to the Thompson–Okanagan team (Zone 2) as the B.C. Winter Games wrapped up in Mission. It was a close finish for the team from Vancouver Island, who played hard in the round robin portion, coming close to defeating the eventual champions from the Fraser Valley. Parksville’s Katy Downey, Ashlee Barner and Blayre Paddock were all members of the Vancouver Island team and for Barner and Downey, it was their first trip to the B.C. Winter Games and the second for Paddock. For the majority of players on either team, it was a time to come together and play as a team instead of taking each other on like they usually would back home in their respective leagues. The formation of these teams with players from teams that normally compete against each other is a challenge, as explained
by Thompson-Okanagan coach Terry Olfert. “This team came together as a group like I’ve never seen before,” said Terry Olfert, coach of the Thompson-Okanagan team. “Some of these girls are playing against each other in playoffs and they put it aside and came together as a team and it was awesome.” A four-minute span early in the second period decided the bronze medal match. Team captain Molly Box of Coldstream broke a scoreless tie, 87 seconds later Vernon’s Samantha Head scored an insurance goal, and a little more than two minutes after that Allison Borrow of Clearwater completed the scoring. All that was left was for netminder Kendra Woodland to post the shutout, which the Kamloops native said was a team effort. “They (her teammates) were moving people out of the way so I could see the shots coming at me,” Woodland said. “They were real strong in front of me and got the pucks out.”
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convention and Al Stacey, who will teach a more advanced version. In each case, the assumption is that you know how to play bridge. Lessons are offered on the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Qualicum Beach Legion from 10 a.m. to noon. Lessons cost $6 and include a free play to the duplicate bridge game that is held every Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. If you do not want to play the
duplicate game, the cost will be reduced. The March 18 class will aim at bidding a suit slam contract. Please contact Al Stacey at 250-594-8919 or e-mail Janet Woolgar at woolgarj@yahoo. com for more information, or to sign up. Although it is best if you come with a partner, we can pair up individuals if needed. — Submitted by Al Stacey and Janet Woolgar
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10:30-11am, Preschoolers accompanied by a caregiver. Parksville Library. No registration. Jan. 10-Mar. 28. Info: 250-248-3841.
OCEANSIDE STROKE RECOVERY
11am-1:30pm. St. Columba Hall, 921 Wembley Rd, Parksville. Bring a lunch. Kathleen 250-586-6766. www.strokerecoverybc.ca
THE BREAKFAST CLUB—OBISNET 10am, Wembley Mall White Spot.
BRIDGE CLUB
1-4pm, Lighthouse Comm. Hall, Nordin Rm., 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach. Sheila Steele 250-757-8307
COOMBS COUNTRY OPERA
7pm, Coombs Rodeo Grnds. 3rd/Fri/mo., SeptJune. Open stage. $5, Musicians/ child/FREE.
MUSIC TRIVIA
7-10pm, Shady Rest Pub. Prizes 3109 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach.
EverySaturday PARKSVILLE LYME SUPPORT GROUP 1:30pm, 2nd/Sat/mo at the Parksville Pharmasave in the meeting room. Next meeting March 8th. Info: PQBLyme@gmail.com
BISHOP OF BOWSER CHESS CLUB
1pm, Henry’s Kitchen, Qualicum Bay. Everyone welcome. Robert 250-757-8709 or mcfetridge@shaw.ca
SATURDAY STITCHING CIRCLE
1:30-3:30pm, (Feb 8th, 22nd) all ages & skills. Parksville Library. No registration. Info: 250-248-3841.
BOXERCISE for EVERYONE
6am & 6pm. Tues.& Thurs./Sat at 9am, Genesis Boxing & Fitness, PV. 250-248-5511
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7pm, 1st & 3rd Tues/mo., 241 Moilliet, 250-248-5806/250-248-9392 1:30-3pm, 1st/Tues/mo. Caregivers & Support Group, Stanford Place, 250 Craig Street, PV. Jane Hope 1-800-462-2833
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ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA
2-3pm, Qualicum Community Baptist Church, 600 Beach Rd, QB. Laury (250)594-4282. laurycm@shaw.ca
7-8pm, 2nd/Thurs/mo. Nanoose Library Hall. president@nanoosenaturalists.org
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ARTHRITIS FIBROMYALGIA SELFMANAGEMENT PROGRAM
4:30-5:30pm, last Thurs/mo. PV Library, 100 Jensen Ave. E. Free Pizza! 250-248-3841 x4
7-8:30pm, $10. drop in classes. Naam Yoga & Meditation at theQmunity,180 Fern Rd W. 250-594-5902
COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS
2:30pm, 1st Sun/mo. Rotary House, Qualicum Beach. Adults/Seniors $2.50 p.p. ebfoden@ gmail.com, 250-586-3743.
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Mon & Wed. 12:45pm, QB Civic Centre. Info: Maggie 250-752-1156.
QUALICUM BEACH FRIENDLY BRIDGE CLUB 6:45-10pm, QB Legion, 180 Veterans Way (back door). Knowledge of Bridge required. Lori Pross 250-752-0196
PARKSVILLE PROBUS CLUB
3rd Mon/mo. 8:30am. Quality Bayside Resort. Dave Meanwell 250-752-4204.
8:30am-12:30pm, Veteran’s Way & Memorial. Contact Bobbie Garnons-Williams, www. qbfarmersmarket.com, Qbfmmanager@gmail. com 250-240-1233
TENNIS AT SPRINGWOOD PARK COURTS Every day of the week - various times. Arrowsmith Tennis Club. 250-248-5702. www. arrowsmithtennis.ca
7pm, 2nd & 4th/Tues/mo., 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. 250-240-4538
YOGA FOR ALL AGES
Kathy Murphy 250-594-0285 www.kathleenyoga777.ca kathleen.murphy777@gmail. com Jaya Studio, 420 Trio Lane, QB
6:30-8:30pm, Parksville Elementary School, 9-12 year olds. 250-248-2677.
9am, from the Parksville Beach Community Park. We go to different areas in Oceanside. Neil Robins, 250-954-1928. nmrobins@telus. net, www.thebirdstore.blogspot.com
FREE MEDITATION
7pm. QB Legion. 250-752-8178
QUALICUM BEACH CRIBBAGE 7-9pm. QB Legion. 250-752-8178
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EveryTuesday 893 BEAUFORT SQUADRON AIR CADETS 6:15-9:15pm. Hanger A3, 1000 Ravensbourne Lane Qualicum Beach Airport. 12-18 years. Info: 893aircadets.ca
5:30pm, FREE at the MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. Info: 250-954-5040, Inge Morrissey, www.freemeditation.ca inge.morrissey@gmail.com
EveryWednesday ASBC MID-ISLAND GRANDPARENT SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
10am-noon., 2nd Wed/mo. Family Resource Association, 198 Morison Ave, Parksville. www.nanaimoautism.org
CHURCH CHOIR
7-9pm, Knox United Church, Parksville. Info: 250-248-3927
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STUFF NOT TO MISS
ARE YOU A SECRET SINGER?
2014 BRANT WILDLIFE FESTIVAL - Community festival celebrates nature, particularly the arrival of the Brant geese to our shores. Visit www.brantfestival.bc.ca or 1-866-288-7878.
OS EMERGENCY SOCIAL SERVICES 9-11am., Intro meetings/Regular meet 2nd/4th/Wed/mo., 10am. 250-954-3411 oess@shaw.ca
7-10pm, Parksville Legion, 146 West Hirst St. FREE, live classic Country & Rock’n Roll music! 19+. Info, Bill Wilson, laveer@shaw.ca, 250-752-8542
OCEANSIDE SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCERS SOCIAL
SPRING BREAK CAMPS - RDN Recreation & Parks has all sorts of fun lined up for ages 3-14, March 17-28. Pre-register at 250-248-3252 or www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
MACULAR DEGENERATION SUPPORT GROUP
1:30pm., Last Thur/mo. The Gardens, Wellness Rm. Qualicum Beach. Val 250-468-7556. 7pm., 1st/Thurs/mo., Sept-June at Parksville Community and Conference Centre, 132 E. Jensen Ave, parksvillenewcomers.net
NANOOSE BAY LIONS
7pm, 2nd & 4th/Thurs/mo., Nanoose Place. 250-927-0518
RAINBOW STEW CLOGGERS AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP
7:30-8:30pm, St. Mark’s Anglican Church, 138 Hoylake Road Qualicum Beach. Elaine 250-752-8063.
RAINBOW STEW CLOGGERS
12-3pm, Qualicum Beach Community Hall. SharonLafferty@shaw.ca, cloggers.weebly. com, 250-468-7478
TAOIST TAI CHI
10-11:30am, Health Recovery class (for Special Health Needs), 491A E. Island Hwy., 250-240-3387. www.taoist.org/parksville
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT 6-9pm, Jazz, Blues & Contemporary Music, Shady Rest Pub. 3109 W. Island Hwy, QB.
MUSIC AT DEEZ BAR & GRILL
1:30-3:30pm., with group “Nous Chantons”. For location call 250-248-8714.
10am-Noon, 2nd/Wed./mo. ASBC meeting. Family Resource Assoc., 198 Morison Ave, PV. Alexandria 250-714-0801, www.nanaimoautism.org. midisland.asbc@gmail.com
10am-2pm at Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. Bring a lunch, $2 ann. membership. Info: Alison Kermack @ 250-248-4383, agkermack@shaw.ca
5-8pm, EZ 5pm, Int/Adv 6pm, Nanoose Place. Sharon (250) 468 7478.
Beginners 6:30pm. Experienced 7:45. No partner needed. QB Community Centre, Memorial Avenue.
GRANDPARENT SUPPORT GROUP
HAND SPINNERS/WEAVERS/KNITTERS
PARKSVILLE NEWCOMERS CLUB
DANCE TO TIMBERLINE
11am-noon. Register at oceansidehospice. com or call Jean 250-752-6227
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
2-4pm, 2nd/Thurs/mo.,QBeach Legion. Visitors welcome. Dorothy 250-752-8080
4-5pm, Knox United Church, Parksville. Info: 250-248-3927
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
10:30-11am, 100 Jensen Ave E. 18 months or younger. 250-248-3841
QBEACH CORONATION STREET CLUB
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
8-9pm. Dave Kazakoff 250- 752-0017
BABYTIME
7:30-10pm., Sept 2013-June 2014. Rotary House, corner Beach and Fern, QB. $2.50 p.p. 250-586-3743. ebfoden@gmail.com
7pm., 3rd/Wed/mo., QB Civic Centre. Beate Kuhn at 250-954-1768 or beatek@shaw.ca
RAVENSONG MASTERS SWIM CLUB
TEEN BOOK CLUB
COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS
EAGLECREST GARDEN CLUB
SINGING IN FRENCH
NANOOSE NATURALISTS MEETING
7pm, 1st Thurs/mo. at The Gardens. All welocome. Info 250-752-8066 or amen@shaw.ca.
10am-3:30pm., Art classes by donation, 250-248-8185
QUALICUM BAY LIONS CLUB
BIRD WALKS
NAVY LEAGUE CADETS
OS COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL
Join a fun relaxed group for joyful singing! Info www.moresingingplease.com, or call Jenny 250-586-5890 for times and venues.
6:30pm, 3rd Tues/mo. at A & W Restaurant, 540 Island Hwy East, Parksville. Bring your laptop or Android device.
7-9pm, 2nd Tues/mo.,The Forum Rm, City Hall, PV 250-954-1348. www.pqmug.wordpress.com
7-10pm, The Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Is. Hwy, QB.
1-3:30pm, every Wed, Feb 5th-March 12th, 6 Free workshops. QB Seniors’ Ctr, 703 Memorial Ave. Must pre-reg: Ph UVic’s Centre on Aging Program Office, 1-866-902-3767
PQ LINUX/ANDROID USERS GROUP
9am,1st Tues/mo. St. Stephen’s Church Hall.
PQ MAC USERS GROUP OCEANSIDE
OPEN MIC NIGHT
EveryThursday
7-9pm., 1st/Wed/mo. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, oceansidephotographers.ca
9-10:30am, $10. drop in classes. Naam Yoga & Meditation at the Qmunity,180 Fern Rd W. 250-594-5902
QUALICUM BEACH PROBUS CLUB
6:30pm, Arbutus Grove Church, 170 W Hirst, PV. All pipers & drummers welcome. Will teach new members. Mel, 250-752-7810.
ARBUTUS CLUB TOASTMASTERS
QUALICUM BEACH FARMERS MARKET
7:30pm at KSS High School. New members welcome. Cal 250-752-5909
MOUNT ARROWSMITH PIPE BAND
7-11pm. Live Local Bands. Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Is. Hwy, QB.
QB LAWN BOWLING CLUB
OCEANSIDE CONCERT BAND
EveryMonday
MEN’S SNOOKER
7-9pm, 1st/Tues/mo, The Gardens, 650 Berwick N. QB. 19+. Court Brooker, 250-7527489, brook@shaw.ca, 665 Jones St. New bowlers welcome. Indoor greens. 250-738-0820
9-10am, Parksville Community Park/band shelter. FREE. 250-954-1002.
10-11:30am, 245 W. Hirst Ave., PV. Info & assistance re-Alcohol & Drug Use problems. Jack McNeil 250-752-1052, 250-714-9703.
LIVE MUSIC
Stuff2do!
EveryWednesday
EverySunday
3353 West Is. Hwy. 250.752.8055, deezbarandgrill.com
CLIMB ABOARD THE WOW BUS
1:30-3:30pm, Errington Village Mall, Corner of Errington & Grafton Roads. The WOW Bus (Words on Wheels) is our outreach Strong Start Program.
ZUMBA
5:30-6:30pm/ Tues., 6:30-7:30pm/ Thurs. at the Bradley Center, 975 Shearme Road, Coombs. Drop in rates are $10/class, or ask about punch cards. Brittany, 250-713-3817 or Brittany@greenhouse-marketing.ca
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Arrowsmith Naturalists, from left, David Helem, Roger Simms, Sandy Gray and Maggie Little braved the chilly wind at Parksville Community Park on Sunday, March 2 as they tended the spotting scopes set up for Brant in the Bay, one of the many public events scheduled for the Brant Wildlife Festival.
Festival starts with a Gala STORY AND PHOTOS BY BRENDA GOUGH, NEWS CONTRIBUTOR
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Dr. Jasper Lament, left, CEO of the Nature Trust of B.C. presented RDN Chair Joe Stanhope with another $5,000 for Moorecroft Regional Park. Fundraising efforts by The Nature Trust has generated more than $116,000 for the 34-hectare waterfront property in Nanoose Bay, purchased by the RDN in 2011.
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he Brant geese have arrived on our shores just in time for the Brant Wildlife Festival, which officially kicked off March 1 with a celebratory party at the Quality Bayside Resort. The Nature Trust of B.C. oversees the festival and Tim Clermont, Crown Land Securement Coordinator for the organization, thanked the many volunteers in this community who have helped them to continue securing and preserving critical habitat across the province for wildlife, plants and fish. At the opening night gala, Parksville’s Doug Herchemer was presented with an award for his conservation efforts in our community. Herchemer has been a volunteer property warden at the Englishman River estuary lands owned by the Nature Trust for 12 years. He is also the treasurer of the Guardians of Mid Island Estuaries Society. For more photos from many different community events, please visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/PQBNews. For more on the events of the Brant Festival, visit: www.branftfestival.bc.ca.
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Parksville Mayor Chris Burger, left, and Qualicum Beach Mayor Teunis Westbroek, right, presented Doug Herchemer an award for his conservation efforts in the Englishman River estuary during the opening night ceremonies of the Brant Wildlife Festival at the Bayside Resort — the festival is now in full swing.
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QUALICUM BEACH SENIORS’ ACTIVITIES CENTRE
Centre celebrates the move It’s been 10 years
CONGRATULATIONS!
since the facility moved to Memorial BRENDA GOUGH NEWS Contributor
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It has been ten years since the Qualicum Beach Seniors’ Activities Centre moved to its warm and inviting facility at 703 Memorial Avenue. On March 1 members and those who played a role in supporting the move celebrated the anniversary with a huge cake donated by Qualicum Foods (QF). Judy Southern, who has been the longest serving president of the centre told the large crowd gathered that QF has been and continues to be one of their greatest supporters. John Briuolo of Qualicum Foods told the packed room that QF was just a small part of the process and he considers the seniors who also shop at his store not just customers
but friends as well. “There is a lot of knowledge down here and I often come down when I am in trouble with something.” Qualicum Beach Mayor Teunis Westbroek also addressed the crowd and shared a few memories of the circumstances that led to the new facility being built in the new QF store.
There is a lot of knowledge down here and I often come down when I am in trouble with something JOHN BRIUOLO
He said he was happy to part of the tenth anniversary celebration as he missed the ribbon cutting for the opening because he was herring fishing. The two then cut a humongous cake and served the seniors who have been appreciating their facility over the years.
Ed Burnett who was president of the Qualicum Beach Seniors’ Activity Centre in 2004 gave a shout out to the key players who were instrumental in getting the new facility going. He said Margaret Roy, Stan Roy, Tilly Koreman and Ted Feist who he called their “wood magician” have since passed but their significant contributions needed to be acknowledged. “On February 28, 2004 a lot of volunteers got us to this point,” he said. Betty Smith who conceived the idea for a seniors centre in Qualicum Beach 17 years ago said even back then QF was a big supporter. “When I was looking for donations to get started I went to John and he wrote me a cheque for $1000. He also supplied us with coffee, tea and gave us a birthday cake once a month for two years,” Smith said. Smith agreed the centre is well used and new people continue to join.
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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
2013 COMMUNITY AWARDS The Glassies Friday, March 7th 5:30 pm Parksville Community & Conference Centre
Honouring outstanding individuals, businesses and organizations that have made a significant contribution to the community of Parksville.
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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR ~ City of Parksville
It is indeed my honour to recognize those in our community who achieve great things. The Glassies celebrate outstanding members of our community for their resolve and passion and because they have bettered our community. The level of achievement of Glassies winners is always impressive. These community members improve the lives of their fellow citizens, not for personal gain, but for the pure satisfaction of a job well done and they deserve to be recognized for their achievements. “Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way” and each award winner inspires others to do better. May we all demonstrate the passion and the enthusiasm exemplified by these outstanding people. My sincere thank you to the Glassies sponsors, the judges, the organizing committee and volunteers, who give so freely of their time and expertise to make the Glassies such a success year after year. The Council and staff of the City of Parksville extend our most sincere congratulations to all 2013 Glassies nominees and to the winners.
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAMBER PRESIDENT - Parksville
It is with great honour as President of the Parksville and District Chamber of Commerce that I congratulate all nominees for the Glassies Awards. You are a great example of our citizens, businesses and business people in our wonderful community. I am truly grateful to be a part of such an incredible community. Thank you for your participation and attendance in honouring all of the nominees.
On behalf of the City of Parksville, Mayor Burger congratulates the nominees, sponsors, judges, organizing committee and volunteers for their contributions to Parksville.
Chris Burger, Mayor, City of Parksville
Robynne Shaw, President Parksville Chamber of Commerce
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Congratulations to all Glassies nominees We honour the volunteers, community organizations and businesses for outstanding contribution to our City. Because of you, Parksville is a desirable place to live, work and play.
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NOMINEE
Jim Brown
VOLUNTEER of the Year
NOMINEE
Jim has been a board member on the CoombsHilliers Recreation and Community Organization for over 40 years, close to 20 of them as President, devoting countless hundreds of hours to everything from the Coombs Bluegrass Festival (of which he was a founder), to weddings, dances, Coombs Rodeo, and Easter festivities, car shows and 4H club events. He chaired the first meetings of the Old Time Fiddlers in the 1970’s, participated in Parksville Pageant Days and was on the board of the Parksville Historical Society for two years. His “retirement” has been spent at the Coombs rodeo grounds, building and repairing everything from a new stage to water taps for livestock. When something needs doing, Jim Brown always shows up, frequently working on his own to get the job done. He is truly an inspiration to many to learn and play music, care for horses and other animals, and to serve their community.
NOMINEE
Charlotte Moore
Lynne Pearson
Charlotte Moore has called Parksville her home since 1995. In 1996, she began working at The Salvation Army Thrift Store and started volunteering for their Christmas Kettle fundraising. Every Christmas season, you can find her ringing the bells, smiling, and singing away no matter the weather, in order to raise money for those less fortunate. She has also helped out at the French Creek Food Bank and the Soup Kitchen. Charlotte is always volunteering her time to help out others; she is the neighbor everyone loves. She takes them to doctors’ appointments, picks up groceries, house sits, and looks after their pets. She is excellent with children and has recently begun teaching a young girl how to sew. Charlotte is godmother (and frequent babysitter) to five young children, one of whom needs special care and has to travel to the Children’s Hospital in Vancouver. She also lifts the hearts in this community’s care homes, when she visits them with a singing group during monthly church services.
Lynne has demonstrated her commitment to volunteerism. She is the Director of International Services, and Foundation Chair, of the Rotary Club of Parksville AM, has served in several positions in the Rotary Club including President, and has chaired their main fundraiser, Taste of Oceanside, for 3 years. This year, she led a strategic planning process which resulted in a clear focus for the club’s international programs for years to come. Lynne is in her second year as Chair of Knox United Church and is leading the church through a major time of change. She is Treasurer of CVIJobs, the society which operates the Career Centre, and has been on that Board for five years. She also serves on the volunteer organizing committee for the annual National Retreat for Women in Victoria. In her spare time, she chairs the Board of Directors of a flax processing company. She is Dean Emerita, of the Edwards School of Business, at the University of Saskatchewan.
Salvation Army Parksville
is very proud to have one of our own, Charlotte Moore nominated for
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Coombs Hilliers Recreation and Community Organization (CHRCO)
Would like to congratulate
Jim Brown
Jim has been an integral part of CHRCO for over 40 years and continues to work with the organization on a daily basis.
Thank You Charlotte!! 192 W. Island Hwy, Parksville (250) 248-8154 109 W. Hirst Ave, Parksville (250 ) 248-1590
On his nomination for
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NOMINEE
Kelly Forrest & Alex Fras
Bee U Organics
ENTREPRENEUR of the Year
NOMINEE
Alex and Kelly founded Bee U Organics Ltd in 2006, after previous successful business ventures, and, after exploring what bee-related products they could create, they began travelling together and discovered a way to capture their bee venom with specialized equipment, in order to produce what they say is the highest-grade bee venom powder in the world. They are producers of premium raw bee venom, honey, pollen, beeswax, royal jelly, propolis, tinctures and oils. They recently released their first skin care product, the Bee Venom Face Mask, which has been very well received, even with celebrities such as Christy Brinkley. Alex and Kelly were interviewed and featured in The Wall Street Journal and have been contacted by Sephora USA which is interested in showcasing their product.
NOMINEE
Kira Sanchez
Beth Alden
Kira Sanchez established Health First Massage Therapy and Holisitics 4 years ago this month, with a vision to enhance and support the health and wellbeing of those she “touched”. As a Registered Massage Therapist, she demonstrates leadership, enthusiasm and patient centered care. As an entrepreneur, she is a member of the Chamber of Commerce, attends and supports community events and is making a difference in people’s lives through education and health and healing modalities. Kira has brought together a strong, professional team (all her senior) to bring her vision to fruition; helping those who are ready to make life changes. As a young entrepreneur, Kira has an approach that is contagious. Be positive, create what you want, help others to be better and in return you are bettering yourself. She is a role model for many, both young and old. Kira’s vision to help others through her community practice at Massage Therapy and Holistics is now a reality.
After working in the corporate world for 18+ years, Beth decided that the stress wasn’t worth it and became a personal trainer. She started KickStart Fitness over 6 years ago as a mobile business, going to clients’ homes to train them, renting facilities for classes and did outdoor boot camps. She outgrew her truck and bought a big red van, then opened her own studio 3 years ago, and has built her business to a point where she has now outgrown that space and will move to a bigger venue in September. As she inspires people to reach their goals, she has also been a lightning rod for community support. Beth organized a special food drive this past Christmas where “Biggest Loser” clients donated pounds lost in food for the local food bank, bringing in over 2 tons of food. Beth Alden and Kickstart Fitness is a shining example of what a person can accomplish when she has an unwavering vision of true success.
Health First Massage Therapy & Holistics
KickStart Fitness
Congratulations to all the Nominees and Finalists of this year’s Glassies.
Congratulations to all nominees. Thank you for making our community a better place.
The Parksville Downtown Business Association is dedicated to the enhancement and promotion of Parksville’s downtown core, and to supporting the more than 250 shops and services it contains. Its programs include: façade improvement, and safety and security grants; litter and graffiti removal; and group marketing initiatives. All our member businesses are just a click away at:
parksvilledowntown.ca facebook.com/parksvilledowntown info@parksvillebia.com
Parksville Lions Club would also like to personally congratulate Duane Round for being nominated for Citizen of the Year. Duane has been a valued member of the Lions Club for over 10 years and his many accomplishments speak to a commitment to community and family.
Parksville Lions Club
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NOMINEE
Mark Chandler
OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE of the Year
NOMINEE
Mark started cooking with his mom at a very early age, and in 1980, entered into food and beverage sales and marketing as a career, and continued to enjoy cooking. He purchased the Extreme Eatz Food Truck in July of 2012, focusing on private catering and corporate catering functions, along with several charity events including Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock events up and down the island. His positive, friendly attitude draws people to the food truck, and keeps them wanting to come back for more. As a caterer, he goes above and beyond expectations and prides himself on the presentation and delivery of a first-class product.
NOMINEE
Mica Verbrugge
Karen Waugh
Mica Verbrugge began working on his father’s tree farm at a young age. He brought these experiences, together with his entrepreneurial spirit and bought Whiskey Creek Christmas Tree Farm in 2007. He can be found, each Christmas, selling Christmas trees at Buckerfield’s and takes the Christmas spirit to new heights with his friendly, thoughtful service, even going so far as to grooming and shaping (over a couple of years) a special tree for a regular customer. Mica is also co-owner of Sustainable Seafoods and can be found fishing on one of his two boats or at his latest venture, Effingham Oysters. Mica has earned a Diploma in Business Administration from the University of Victoria, as well as a Diploma in Nautical Sciences and a Watchkeeping Mate Ticket from BCIT. On the rare occasions Mica is not working or schooling, he enjoys snowboarding, kayaking and hiking with friends.
Karen has worked as a cashier at Shopper’s Drug Mart in Parksville for five years, and is well known for her friendly, respectful service to young and old. Her love of her job serving customers is evident in her attitude. She cares that her customers are happy and looks forward to seeing them again. A staunch community supporter, she and her husband David have been foster parents for 20 years. Last year, she cut off her hair for Locks of Love, to benefit children undergoing cancer treatment. Karen claims that “I may not always remember a name but I never forget a face”.
Congratulations
to the nominees & winners of the Community Awards!
Mike Biagioni Pharmacist/Owner along with the staff at Shoppers Drugmart Parksville would like to congratulate
KAREN WAUGH for being nominated for “OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE OF THE YEAR”
“Karen’s unique personal touches make every customer feel special”
…WAY TO GO KAREN!
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NOMINEE
Chance Grant
YOUTH of the Year
A Ballenas Secondary School graduate of 2014, Chance is always looking out for his peers and finding new ways to contribute to his hometown community. He is a peer educator with the ENITY Youth Health Education program, visiting the local middle schools as well as within his high school Ballenas, to present sexual education and other health education information to students. He is currently president of the Ballenas Civic Action group which has worked to revitalize Nicholls Park near the high school, among other projects. Chance is also working with counselling staff to begin a Rainbow group at Ballenas for LGBT students to provide support to these students and their friends. Chance acts as a peer counsellor at school through the counselling office to help his classmates who feel more comfortable confiding in someone their age.
NOMINEE
Delaney Gunn
Delaney is an eighteen year-old ukulele enthusiast with a passion for advocacy. She hopes to pursue her love of positive body image, healthy sexuality, gender studies, and human rights in the future by attending Quest University and eventually becoming an influential leader on these matters on the world stage. When not hard at work as the vicepresident of Grad Committee, co-president of Civics Action Club, mentor of a young women’s group at Springwood Middle School, or the peer-educating organization called ENITY (Educating New Ideas Towards Youth), you can find her on stage. Delaney was the leading lady in the most recent musical put on by Ballenas’ Whalebone Theatre, “Mamma Mia”! She loves to perform and hopes to always keep that as a central part of her life.
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Harris Oceanside Chevrolet Buick GMC
BUSINESS of the Year
NOMINEE
Harris Oceanside GM is owned by Mike and Tom Harris, and it all started with Tom Harris’s father who started dealing cars over 50 years ago. Taking a page from Mike and Tom, the staff and management have facilitated many fundraising activities to raise awareness and money for the likes of Jeneece Place, Typhoon Haiyan, the World Parrot Refuge and many others. They currently have 44 employees with total sales up 20.5% over last year, which they credit to customer satisfaction and retention, high performing staff members that work as a team and community fundraising efforts. They recently spent over $100,000 converting outdoor gas lighting to the LED lights that consume 80 percent less energy. All of the used oil taken from customer’s vehicles is recovered, to be used to heat the building, using a state of the art heating system, so nothing goes to waste. Environmentally, economically and socially, Harris Oceanside GM is a valuable member of our community.
NOMINEE
Island Radio
88.5 The Beach and 99.9 The Lounge (Island Radio) take great pride in being active in the community and support many local charities and organizations throughout the year. As part of the ever growing Jim Pattison Broadcast Group, they are totally committed to the communities they are licensed to serve. Through the course of the past decade, The Beach has gone from obscurity to high-profile and The Lounge has come to life to become a highly-praised local station with a format that is now being copied by other stations across North America. Last year alone, the two radio stations contributed a total of $183,500 in airtime to community causes and events. During 2013, they also featured a “shop local” campaign on both stations that represented a value of over $27,000 to the business community in the region. They have also formed a mutually-beneficial partnership with the Oceanside Generals – helping raise the profile of our junior team. Through the dedication of the staff and management, Island Radio has pledged to provide support to the health of the community in terms of business, culture and the arts. Through good corporate citizenship, the company uses its resources to promote a healthy community with a healthy economy.
Kickstart Fitness
Beth Alden has built up KickStart Fitness from working from the back of her truck to one of substantial employment and client base. As her client base expanded, she moved into the Pine Tree Center, building up her fitness equipment inventory with a full array of free weights, weight machines, and cardio machines and a separate space for fitness classes. Her main focus has remained nutrition and fitness for clients and the past 2 years she has offered a “Biggest Loser” program that instills the skills needed for healthy lifestyles. In addition to this, she continues to have regular gym users attending classes and training sessions. This steady expansion has allowed her to employ 3 other full time trainers, as well as part time youth employment for child minding and clean-up. She is now planning to move to another space in the community in September to further grow her successful business. She has changed lives and continues to change our community for the better.
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Robin Campbell
CITIZEN of the Year
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Robin Campbell made his home in the Parksville area in l988 and during that time has dedicated his life to the care of wildlife at the North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre, which has become an internationally known rehabilitation centre specializing in raptors and Vancouver Island Black Bear. Robin’s was the first rehabilitation centre in BC to receive a permit to rehabilitate black bears. In 2008, Robin became aware of a homeless community in the Oceanside area, and striving to better their lives, formed a non-profit organization called the “Manna Homeless Society”. Two films he produced were instrumental in developing a task force and assisting the RCMP in Parksville. Manna meets the less fortunate on their own turf and, in 2012, distributed over 1700 “survival bags”, 2400 in 2013. Manna operates 365 days a year and is accomplished wholly on a volunteer basis. Caring for people and animals has become his life’s passion.
NOMINEE
Sheila Dale
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Duane Round Sheila Dale has been a dedicated volunteer for the Canadian Cancer Society for 17 years; very active in arranging many functions of the Canadian Cancer Society as well as PGOSA (Parksville Golden Oldies Sports Association) and the Parksville Curling Club. Since 1997, she and her husband, Bob, have volunteered their time and skills at the local branch of the BCSPCA, including dog walking, helping with fundraising events, writing thank you letters to donors and helping with building projects, but they are probably best known for coordinating and overseeing the branch’s annual flea market and book sale. In June, 2012, Bob and Sheila were honoured by the BC SPCA with the society’s Volunteer of the Year Award, at a special ceremony in Vancouver.
Congratulations to Robin Campbell for the Citizen of the Year Nomination
Duane Round considers that best thing that ever happened to him was moving to Parksville in 1976 at the age of 16. A graduate of Ballenas Secondary School, Duane met and married his wife Carol, here, and raised their son, Jesse. A home builder, he is the owner of Parkwest Construction Ltd. He is the president of the Oceanside Development and Construction Association, as well as the Parksville Lions Club. Duane is Building Chair of the Parksville Lions Club as well as the Kingsley Low Rental Housing Society. He is a past board member of the Parksville Community Centre Society, and served on Parksville City Council, 2002-2003. He has participated in various roles in several other community organizations as well. He considers that the folks he met in these groups became friends and they have taught him many things, while sharing the ups and downs of life together.
Congratulations to our president DUANE ROUND on his nomination for
CITIZEN OF THE YEAR! “Thank you for your efforts on our behalf”
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It’s not uncommon for people to look far afield for recreational experiences at the expense of easily-accessed rewards found much closer to home. Bonnell Creek Falls, which lie hidden in the forested hills opposite Nanoose Bay, offers some memorable terrain in a very short hike. The memorable part comes not only from the views but from the fact that, in order to access the best of them, scrambling on steep slopes, including a rope descent, is required. For this reason, although short, this hike is not for everyone, and people have got into difficulty here by biting off more than they can chew. If you’re in good shape and up for a challenging route this may appeal, but you will want to choose your footwear, clothing and companions to make sure that safety and enjoyment figure prominently in your day. The initial approach to the creek couldn’t be much easier. A short drive from the Inland Highway leads to Sundew Main, a gated gravel road and 10 minutes walk through an area of clearcut and gravel pits leads to a distinct singletrack trailhead sloping gently downhill to the right through a mix of evergreens and maples. Within a couple of minutes background noise from the highway has given way to the first hint of violently crashing water. The light through the canopy in this section is particularly attractive, with the flat light of cloudy days accentuating colours and the fine mist drifting from the falls picking out the shafts of sunlight that dapple the forest floor on brighter days. Soon, the trail starts to twist a little and a fork presents the option of a right turn. This is a dead end trail, but offers a bird’s eye perspective, through overhanging trees, of the falls from downstream. Returning to the fork, bear right to re-join the main path and walk on for another few metres. A distinct junction with a well defined trail running left to right from uphill marks the point where a steep descent to the gorge, cut by the creek, begins. Extreme care is required from here down to the river, as a fall would have serious repercussions. The trail angles approximately Southwards, heading deeper into the ravine and losing elevation. As it steepens, a stout rope which you will find tied to a tree is an almost essential aid on the muddy incline. There is clear evidence of many previous visitors in the rutted ground beneath this rope, cut into the hillside by feet scrambling for purchase in Winter mud or loose Summer dirt. The rope turns, along with the trail, around another tree, and a careful step from one
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What to bring:
Carry a whistle, flashlight and small 1st Aid kit. Remember to bring any prescription medications with directions for use. Check weather and choose appropriate footwear and clothing. Steep sections make lugged hiking shoes or trail runners a good choice. Even on short trips bring a snack and water. Let someone know where youíre going and when you expect to return.
Getting there:
PHOTO BY MICHAEL ADDISCOTT
The river’s ambience changes with the seasons on a Bonnell Falls hike near Nanoose Bay.
side of the rope to the other is required to keep feet on the easiest terrain. After a few metres you will find yourself on a level shelf between upper and lower falls, with great views of the cascading water. A smaller rope, allowing access to a lower point on the river bank has apparently been recently removed and discarded as it was dangerously worn. Although the day we chose to meet up for this excursion was warm, the edges of the falls and the slow moving water of the pools remained frozen from the previous cold snap, an attractive bonus that added an extra layer of beauty to this almost Jurassic feeling environment. With the expectation of a chilly day, we came
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prepared with camping stoves and fixings for hot chocolate to allow us to linger comfortably by the water and soak in the experience. Adding to the experience this way doesn’t just make for great memories of a day out, it’s a good way to test out your gear and your skills for longer trips when cooking might be essential. The haul back to the top of the gully is short but, as one would expect, provides a workout for arms, legs, heart and lungs. Once above the rope and back at the junction, the options are to bear right on the main trail to Sundew Main and turn left or re-trace the in-bound route which, although you’ve already seen it, is the more attractive of the two options.
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