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Residents feel duped Exterior will be completed, but heritage portion is on hold LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
Work on the heritage building in the Qualicum College Heights development will be postponed, but the developer will have to finish the exterior of the building on schedule. Developer Dean Pomeroy told town council Monday night “sales are not there at this time for me to go ahead and build it all.” The project is slated to add three luxury condo buildings to the heritage building currently on site, which would house 40 units. A request was before council Monday night to postpone the rehabilitation of the heritage building until the second phase, among other requests by the developer. At the meeting, Pat Jacobson shared her frustration with the project and her opposition to some of the developers requests. She said she has a number of concerns regarding what has already taken place at the site, including the clearing of trees at Burnham Road. Some trees were slated to be removed to facilitate underground servicing, she said, but the real reason they were removed was so the site could be used for construction access including all sorts of large trucks, which she documented with photos at the meeting. She also showed pictures of downed street signs and large trees and branches strewn along the side of the road. “We were duped by the town and by the developer,” she said. The building, and construction site, continues to be an eyesore, she said, and she voiced her desire to have the developer finish the exterior of the Heritage Building in Phase 1 as scheduled. See SALES ARE NOT THERE, page A8
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Barney Dudoward, left, and Wally Piatocka have been fishing the waters off B.C. for a combined 100 years. They are pictured above aboard the Ocean Wonder in the French Creek Marina on Tuesday.
Herring harvest begins Gillnetters have a 6,000-tonne quota JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com
Two septuagenarians will be packing tonnes of herring into the hold of their vessel this week, just like they’ve been doing every year for more than three decades. Wally Piatocka, 79, and Barney Dudoward, 70, will once again be part of the herring roe fishery on the waters off Parksville Qualicum Beach, which
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“It was a free-for-all, a gong show.” Those were the days before quotas. Now, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) decides how many tonnes of herring are to be caught, and then divide that by the number of licences that have been issued, to come up with a per licence quota. Back before this system, when an ‘A’ licence allowed you to fish virtually any species 12 months a year and Japan had a huge appetite for the these eggs, a tonne of herring was fetching $5,000/ tonne. Now it’s more like $400/tonne. See HARSH WORDS, page A6
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Police seek suspect re: rash of break-ins
Oceanside RCMP Cpl. Jesse Foreman said All Island Bailiff Services was broken into for the third time in one month Friday Feb. 28 at approximately 10.45 p.m. Foreman said the three break-ins exhibited “similar” access points and he believes the instances may have been conducted “by the same individual.” According to Foreman, a lone male gained entry into the locked compound of the business located in the 1100 block of Island Highway East in Parksville. “The culprit climbed the fence after cutting the barbed wire along the top allowing access into the compound,” said Foreman, in an RCMP press release. “Once inside the suspect smashed a glass window on a trailer allowing access into that unit.” Foreman said contents were strewn about, but nothing appeared to have been stolen. If you have any information regarding this crime, please contact the Oceanside RCMP at 250-248-6111, or call Crime Stoppers and report anonymously at 1-800-222-8477. — NEWS Staff
Gym filled for meeting about closures
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The school district’s original plan for consultation on possible school closures did not include meetings at the four facilities it plans to close. That changed, and residents filled the gymnasium at Qualicum Beach Elementary School on Monday night. “I understand the passion, the anger, the frustration,” said board chair Lynette Kershaw. For reporter Auren Ruvinsky’s full report, see page A39
Co-owner of Stormy Shores Seaproducts Jason Rose stands with a 200 pound bail of dried seaweed — the company’s finished product and an item of contention at the heart of Deep Bay’s seaweed harvest.
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‘Misconceptions’ tackled The NEWS has covered meetings involving local residents, politicians and the provincial CANDACE WU government who issued the licenses to harvest; news@pqbnews.com however, the actual harvesters have been largely While Deep Bay’s seaweed harvest has silent on the issue — until now. sparked outrage for some, Jason Rose sees it as Rose, co-owner of Stormy Shores Seaproda way to use the “ingenuity of the West Coast.” ucts, sat down with The NEWS on Tuesday to Rose said this year he became the first to explain the other side of the seaweed harvest. conduct a substantial seaweed harvest in the Rose said there are many “misconceptions” area, opening what he called “a about the environmental imgateway to a new industry on I have a lot of friends who pacts of the harvest, his comthe Island.” pany and their intentions. work up north on the oil “The West Coast is one of the rig and I want to create an Rose, who was born and last places with that wild west alternative to that lifestyle raised on Lasqueti Island, said mentality where you can still he has an affinity for West so people don’t have to build something from scratch,” Coast nature and no intention leave their families said Rose. of ruining it. “This is my home,” JASON ROSE But not everybody is sold said Rose. “It’s beautiful and on seaweed — the most recent I’ve lived in many other places RDN meeting saw three delegations opposing and always come back here.” the harvest, a 36-page study led by Ian Birtwell Growing up on the Island, Rose said he was released warning against the ecological ef- watched big industries like fishing and logging fects of the harvest and a grassroots protest was fluctuate over time and is well aware of the difhosted on the shoreline of Baynes Sound late ficulty to find employment. last year calling for the harvest to stop. “I have a lot of friends who work up north on While Rose admits he “understands” the the oil rig and I want to create an alternative to frustration people are feeling, he sees the po- that lifestyle so people don’t have to leave their tential of the harvest as an opportunity to ben- families,” he said. efit the economic sustainability of the area. See NO GRAND EXPANSION PLANS, page A4
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“Talk about environmental damage — that (the oil industry) is huge in comparison to anything we’re doing.” Though the Ministry of Agriculture’s senior biologist Gary Caine links the seaweed harvest to a $700 million carrageenan market (worldwide), Rose said he has no intention of expanding into a multi-national company — ever. Currently, he employs ten local people and does not see his company growing much bigger. Rose wants to create what he calls “a small cottage industry” harvesting mazzaella japonica — an invasive seaweed lining the shore of Baynes Sound. Rose said the seaweed harvest definitely is not an attempt to get rich at the expense of the environment. “This is actually the first year the company hasn’t lost money,” admitted Rose, who recently moved into his RV parked at Stormy Shores to save money. “And because of the unconventional licensing (given out on a one-year term) banks will not lend us any finances because we can’t guarantee business will continue, so to date we’ve spent all our personal savings and borrowed money from friends and family to make this happen.” Additionally, Rose said there is a huge de-
gree of uncertainly in regards to whether or not Stormy Shores will be re-issued a license for the 2014-2015 season. Rose said due to “political pressure” the government has been tight-lipped about licenses, meaning the company is forced to wait and see if their application will be accepted. Last year, Rose said he didn’t find out he received a license until two weeks before the harvest started, nearly one year after applying. He called the entire process “nerve racking.” Rose said his lack of job security coupled with some very vocal individuals who oppose the harvest has been “emotionally hard on me.” “We’re trying to create a low impact, sustainable business,” said Rose. “And we keep being told that we’re raping and pillaging the ocean.” Rose said he’s been studying this area for the past four years, talking with marine biologists and government officials trying to figure out the most environmentally sound way to capitalize on an abundant resource in B.C. “We use one single track vehicle that doesn’t assert more pressure than a human footprint and we keep it above the seaweed line whenever possible,” said Rose. Read more of this story on our website: www.pqbnews.com
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Errington hosts top farriers Horse owners, veterinarians and farriers come together to share unique experiences at Tiger Lily Farm BRENDA GOUGH NEWS Contributor
Sparks were flying, smoke billowed and the iron glowed red hot as two of Canada’s top farriers were in Errington March 1 for a unique clinic on equine hoof care. Aimed at building bridges between horse owners, veterinarians and farriers in B.C., the clinic saw many horse owners in the community bring their animals and learn how to correctly shoe their beloved equines. The stars at the gathering, besides the horses, were Bruce Hague and Iain Ritchie. Members of the Western Canadian Farriers Association (WCFA) both have been on the Canadian Farrier Team and taken top honours at various international competitions. The pair, along with Nanaimo Veterinarian Dr. Colin Scruton, volunteered their time and expertise to educate horse owners about equine foot health. What was special about the free event held at the Tiger Lily Farm Equestrian Center was the gathering under one roof of so many professionals and owners who This is one of the only events of this type in all of brought their horses. Dr. Scruton brought his state of B.C. right now where we the art x-ray machine that could get horse owners and experts together in one room instantly take pictures of each horse being worked on and disSHANE SAMPSON play the images from the computer onto a giant screen for all to see. Shane Sampson, spokesperson for the WCFA, says not all veterinarians have the modern technology and by bringing it to the clinic it provided a complete picture of the health of the horse. “This way they can see that we are not just chopping some foot off the bottom of the horse. The work has to be done correctly … there’s lots to it. With the x-ray machine we are actually shoeing to what is inside the foot not just the outside.” He said having an equine surgeon as well as farriers who are the best in the world is one of the ways the WCFA has been trying to strike a cord and get everybody involved. “This is one of the only events of this type in all of B.C. right now where we get horse owners and the experts together in one room,” he explained. Sampson said veterinarians and farriers have common goals and by collaborating and sharing experiences with each other the main winner is the horse, but he said the clinic is also rewarding for
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Bruce Hague, one of Canada’s top farriers, was among a team of specialists in equine hoof care who shared their knowledge with local horse owners at a clinic held at Tiger Lily Farm in Errington March 1. Hague, who has competed numerous times as a member of the Canadian Farrier Team, volunteered his services along with other experts in the one-of-a-kind clinic put on by the Western Canadian Farriers Association.
horse owners, especially those who are not showing and don’t get out much. “Iain and Bruce are both upper level guys and Colin has spoken at other venues. We are pretty lucky to have them here. Horse owners can ask their questions and with a bunch of professionals they should get their question answered.” By organizing clinics and workshops, Sampson said the WCFA is striving to improve the standards within the farrier industry. The March 1 event attracted about 75 horse owners and Sampson said it is an example of how all clinics should be done. Farriery or horseshoeing is a very old profession that takes years of sweat and perseverance to master. Farriers have to be knowledgeable in the sciences of equine anatomy, physiology and biomechanics, and also be skilled with a hammer and tongs to create custom shoes for each of their clients.
A skilled farrier can keep a horse’s feet strong, healthy and in good form, but Sampson, who comes from a long line of farriers, agreed the centuries-old trade struggles with keeping people in the profession. “There are not a lot of us. It is a physical demanding form of employment. Some people who get into the profession don’t stay. They go to an accredited shoeing school and within a five year period afterwards over 95 per cent drop out of the field.” Competitive farriery is like the Olympics of blacksmithing and contests are held to advance the quality of workmanship within the industry and provide a platform for competitors to be judged amongst the best of their peers worldwide. Sampson agreed the clinicians gathered in Errington were some of the best in the world and he said he hopes the clinics gain more popularity so events can be held in other communities on Vancouver Island.
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ers and board advertising. Densmore said once the expansion is comParksville is the home of the Western Canada plete, the city should not see much in the way Beach Volleyball Championships for the next two of costs. “Once it’s been created, it’s very low years after city council agreed this week to allot maintenance,” said Densmore, who said he $7,000 to expand facilities in Community Park. works closely with local beach volleyball event B.C. Volleyball representative Chris Dens- organizer Shane Hyde. “And Parksville is one of more made a presentation to council Monday the best facilities we play at.” night, laying out the scope of the event and Youth are involved in these championships bringing $5,000 of his organiso there would be no beer garLooks like we have another dens in the park during the zation’s money to the table. great summer ahead “This is a great opportunity event, said Densmore. He also MAYOR CHRIS BURGER to add to an already well-used said an application for serving piece of infrastructure in the alcohol might come with any park,” said Coun. Peter Morfuture adult professional events rison, speaking in favour of the city’s contribu- held at the newly-expanded facility. tion, a motion that passed unanimously. “This is a win-win for everyone and a small The 2014 championships are slated for Aug. price to pay,” Coun. Sue Powell said about the 13-17 and are expected to attract up to 700 city’s contribution to the expansion. competitors, support staff and spectators. • City council also approved a number of apCoun. Bill Neufeld, the city’s liaison to the plications for events asking for the use of public Parksville Qualicum Beach Tourism Associa- space and roadways this summer, including: tion, said he asked the PQBTA about any possi- Oceanside Outdoor Sport summer events May ble problems related to putting all these people 5-August 31, the Shrine Show and Shine Car in accommodations for the time of the event. Show August 3, Canada Day parade and cele“There should be no problem,” said Neufeld. brations, Parksville Lions Kitefest (July 19-20) Most of the money will be put toward an 120 and Kidfest (July 10), Beach Festival and Qualisquare-metre expansion of the existing courts ty Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Comand most of that expansion will be used to de- petition and Exhibition (July 9-August 18) and velop a feature court that will allow for bleach- Sunset Cinema (July 11).
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Piatocka and Dudoward don’t hold back in their criticism of the DFO, its policies, regulations and reliance on what they believe to be flawed methods of determining just what’s in the water. “They (the DFO) have just taken everything away,” said Piatocka, from Courtenay. “And they don’t listen to the oldtimers.” But doesn’t the DFO use science, the latest technology, to test the waters and make decisions to best protect the stocks? “That’s bull***t,” said Dudoward, who lives in Bella Bella. “The DFO doesn’t know what’s coming in — they guess. Since the biologists took over they screwed up the system.” As they get near their end of their fishing careers, the men were asked if they thought fishing was a good path for a young person to pursue. “I wouldn’t advise anyone to get into fishing,” said Piatocka. A DFO spokesperson based in Vancouver was offered a chance to respond to the comments of these men, but declined.
The Nanaimo-based DFO resource management co-ordinator for the George Strait, Andrea Goruk, told The NEWS the gillnet opening of the herring fishery happened Wednesday morning and there was fishing activity near Denman Island. She said the seiners started their work Monday morning in upper Baynes Sound. Gilnetters have a 6,000-tonnes quota this year, spread amongst 1,018 licences, or roughly six tonnes per licence. Goruk said no one can be certain there will be a spawn out front of Qualicum beach like last year’s spectacle. “You would think there would be a spawn there, that would be normal, but you never know,” she said. Goruk also said there’s no exact timeline for the season’s end. The season could last anywhere from a week to a month. “Some years it’s really fast, others it goes on and on,” she said. “We generally keep it open until they (fishers) get their quota, but it will depend on what the fish are doing.”
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School/Community Site Meetings The Board of Education of School District No. 69 (Qualicum) and Senior Staff has scheduled opportunities to meet with the school community of each of the schools recommended for closure. The meetings are scheduled as follows: Saturday, March 1st
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Monday, March 3rd
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These meetings are dedicated to the impact on each of the school communities of the proposed recommendations in the Facility Use and Resource Alignment Report. A letter has been distributed to the staff and parents of the four schools. The Board welcomes and encourages the members of each school’s community to attend.
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CITY COUNCIL NEWS FROM PARKSVILLE
Marine highway supported Neufeld labels boaters as ‘upscale clientele’
letter of support include the fact the Parksville Qualicum Beach region has three marinas: Schooner Cove, French Creek and Deep Bay. JOHN HARDING “I feel we do have a great deal to offer as a editor@pqbnews.com region,” said Powell-Davidson. Parksville city council has thrown its support Mayor Chris Burger said there’s no indicabehind an organization looking to advance a tion of any funding request from the BCOBTA at “marine highway” initiative. this point and that council has just been asked The B.C. Ocean Boating Tourism Association for a letter of support. (BCOBTA) sent council an information packCouncil did vote unanimously to provide the age and a request for support. letter of support, including Powell-Davidson’s The BCOBTA said its goals “are to increase point about the region’s three marinas. the number of domestic and international In other city council news from Monday boaters in B.C. coastal waters, night (councillors Marc LefeI feel we do have a great the length of their visits and bvre and Al Greir were not in deal to offer as a region the amount of money they attendance): COUN. CARRIE POWELL-DAVIDSON spend while here.” • Council approved an elecCouncil eventually voted tion cost-sharing agreement unanimously to send a letter with School District 69. of support to the BCOBTA, but not before some • Council unanimously passed a motion to debate. give three readings to the Sanitary and Storm “It’s a letter this year and I think the expec- Sewerage System Amendment Bylaw. tation is they will come back for money next • An amendment to the city’s zoning and year,” said Coun. Bill Neufeld, who pointed out development bylaw related to the proximity of the city does not have a marina. construction to a lot’s back property line was “We don’t have the ability to invest in that given two readings and will proceed to public kind of infrastructure,” said Neufeld, who la- hearing. Neufeld was opposed. belled boaters “upscale clientele” who are bet• Amendments to the city’s water service syster off using facilities like Schooner Cove in Na- tem bylaw were given final approval, but only noose Bay. by a narrow margin. Powell-Davidson, BurgCoun. Carrie Powell-Davidson disagreed er and Coun. Peter Morrison were in favour, with Neufeld’s comments and asked that the Neufeld and Coun. Sue Powell opposed.
TOWN COUNCIL NEWS FROM QUALICUM BEACH
Legal challenge on parkland LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
The threat of a legal challenge has the Town of Qualicum Beach changing its course in order to continue plans for a new fire hall. Although the town owns the land at the south east corner of Memorial Avenue and Rupert Road, five per cent of the property had previously been set aside as parkland to meet subdivision requirements, as required by provincial law. This is roughly the size of two residential lots, town planner Luke Sales said Monday. Sales said that the Land Titles Office had accepted an application to cancel that parkland designation and dedicate an equivalent piece of land on the property as parkland. Although the project was ready to proceed with a hearing, a third party made it known it would challenge the application. “Faced with a legal challenge it doesn’t matter who is right,” said Sales. “The fact is, you spend a lot of time in court, you spend a lot of money on lawyers and in the end if you are a right, great, you are still short of time and money.” So on to plan B. This is called the Park Land Exchange bylaw. After council gave three readings Monday night, the public now has the option to object to the plan, known as the alternative approvals
process. After advertising a notice to the public in the local newspaper, the public will have 30 days starting March 13 to object to the plan by filling out a form. If more than 10 per cent of the registered voters in Qualicum Beach fill out the form and submit it to the town office within the 30 days, then council cannot adopt the bylaw, but could then hold a referendum. If there is less than 10 per cent opposition, the adoption of the bylaw would then take place in April. A public information meeting about the process will take place March 20 at the Civic Centre at 7 p.m. Although the land is currently registered as parkland, it’s not currently being used as a park, Sales said, but sits as a natural buffer. Coun. Mary Brouilette said since the plan is to exchange the parkland and move it to border Rupert Road, she suggested it would be more useful to the public. Coun. Scott Tanner was concerned about an asphalt parking lot that would stretch into the newly designated park area and possibly affect trees, but Sales said it would be a gravel parking lot with minimal impact and a bioswell would collect runoff from the site. For more on this story and other items from this council meeting, please visit our website: www.pqbnews.com
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Notice to Electors of the Town of Qualicum Beach of an Alternative Approval Process for a Proposed Park Land Exchange Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the Community Charter, that the Council of the Town of Qualicum Beach proposes to adopt Park Land Exchange (120/150 Rupert Road E) Bylaw No. 689, 2014, to: 1. Remove the park designation of approximately 0.162 ha. (.4 acres) of land from the parcel at 120 Rupert Road East (south-east of the roundabout); 2. Dedicate an equivalent amount of park (approximately 0.162 ha.) on what is now the adjacent parcel to the east, 150 Rupert Road East, so that there is no net loss in park land. Rupert Road East
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The subject property at 120 Rupert Road East is not used as a park, is not zoned for park use and is not identified as a park in the Official Community Plan. This exchange will facilitate the construction of the new Fire Hall at 150 Rupert Road East. Alternative Approval Process and Eligibility
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Unless at least 10% of the Town’s electors sign and submit an Elector Response Form indicating opposition, Council may adopt Bylaw No. 689 without further notice. The number of electors in the Town of Qualicum Beach for the purpose of this alternative approval process has been determined as being 7,403 – thus establishing the ten percent (10%) limit as 740 electors. Cell Tower
Qualified electors who are in favour of this process do not have to sign or submit any documents. This alternative approval process applies to the entire area of the Town of Qualicum Beach. Only qualified electors of the Town of Qualicum Beach are eligible to sign an Elector Response Form. Qualified electors are those persons meeting the following Local Government Act qualifications as either a Resident Elector or a Non-resident Property Elector: • eighteen years of age or older on the date of submission of the Elector Response Form; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of British Columbia for at least six months immediately before signing the Elector Response Form; and • a resident of (Resident Elector) OR a registered owner of property in (Non-resident Property Elector) the Town of Qualicum Beach for at least 30 days immediately before signing the Elector Response Form; and • must not be disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law. Non-resident Property Electors may only sign the Elector Response Form as individuals and must not hold the property in trust for a corporation or another trust; may only sign in relation to one parcel of real property that they own in the Town of Qualicum Beach, regardless of how many properties they may own; and, if there are multiple owners on title, the elector must be the registered owner who has the written consent of the majority of the registered owners of the property to sign the form. Completed Elector Response Forms which are submitted as part of this alternative approval process must be in the form established by the Council for the Town of Qualicum Beach. The approved Elector Response Form and related records are available at the Town of Qualicum Beach offices at 201-660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach, BC, during regular office hours (8:30 am to 4:30 pm) Monday to Friday, from March 6 to April 14, 2014, or via the Town’s website www.qualicumbeach.com. Accurate copies of the form may be made (*copy both sides) and used for signing. Altered or illegible forms may be rejected. For detailed information on the park exchange process, please join Town staff and Council at a Public Information Meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2014 at 7:00 pm at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, BC. Originally signed Elector Response Forms must be delivered in person or by mail (no fax or electronic submissions) by no later than 4:30 pm, Monday, April 14, 2014 to the attention of the Corporate Administrator, Town of Qualicum Beach, 201-660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1S7. It is the responsibility of the elector to ensure that the original signed form is received by the Corporate Administrator before the deadline (postmarks or other proof of effort to deliver will not be considered). An elector may sign and submit only one Elector Response Form and may not withdraw their name from a form after 4:30 pm, Monday, April 14, 2014. If you have any questions concerning this process, please contact the Corporate Administrator at 250.752.6921, via email tcoates@qualicumbeach.com or by visiting the Town of Qualicum Beach offices at 201 – 660 Primrose Street, PO Box 130, Qualicum Beach, BC.
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Coun. Bill Luchtmeijer said he agreed entirely with the delegation and moved her request. Coun. Willie agreed saying the site looks a lot worse than he ever thought it would. Coun. Mary Brouillette, who was on council when the project was approved, said she hoped some trees could be put back with remedial work. “What happened to Burnham road, I don’t have words,” she said. “Because absolutely, when we looked at the pictures, everything that we were shown, that was not what it looked like.” Luchtmeijer said he wanted to make sure, however, that council not make it too complex so that the developer walk away and leave the site unfinished. After the motion passed unanimously to allow the postponement of the interior but not the exterior of the building, council discussed the other requests from the developer. The other motions before town council were that council request the applicant provide alternate designs to accommodate the elevator shaft that would minimize changes to the south facade of the Heritage Building; eliminate the LEED equivalency requirement and put in Built Green certification instead, and enter into a restrictive covenant which would return funds to the developer once it met green building standards. The developer was now requesting to drop the LEED building standards for the subsequent
buildings. Staff recommended the developers meet a different certification called Built Green and also enter into a restrictive covenant in the form of a performance bond that would be given to the Town and refunded to the developer once it achieved the green building standard. Acting CAO of the Town John Marsh changed the wording from performance bond to irrevocable letter of credit to avoid legal trouble. Council passed the motions and agreed with Sales that it would be a good idea to arrange a public information meeting with the developer. During comment period at the end of the meeting, the developer, Dean Pomeroy with PR Pomeroy Restoration & Construction, addressed some of the concerns voiced. “Believe me, I would love to build this thing all at one time,” he said. “Sales are not there at this time for me to go ahead and build it all.” Built Green certification actually has more stringent requirements than LEED Silver, he said, and he will follow through with that. He said the trees taken out were all required and suggested that the maybe the architect’s rendering, which showed more trees than there are currently, was meant to show what would come back in the future. He said he would be happy to meet with residents and discuss their concerns at a meeting.
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Registered art therapist and clinical counsellor Mehdi Naimi said if the Young Arts Market (the YAM) was still open, recent vandalism involving a downtown business and two boys — aged 12 and 14 — would have never happened. “Kids who do this kind of thing feel like they don’t matter,” said Naimi. “If they feel like they don’t matter, they’ll do something to make them matter.” According to Naimi, the incident speaks volumes about Parksville Qualicum Beach’s lack of youth-related facilities and institutions. Since the YAM’s closure in March 2011, Naimi said no alternative youth centre has replaced it, leaving what he called “a void in the community.” While Naimi admits Parksville has a large focus on youth, he said “it’s a lot of talk and not a lot of action.”
But Parksville city councillor Carrie Powell-Davidson claims there is “plenty” for youth to do in Parksville. “Occasionally you get instances where young people get into trouble — like young people do — and everyone gets up in arms about it and wants to blame someone like the city or their parents or society,” said Powell-Davidson. “Let’s just look at it for what it is.”
Our young people are not ignored COUN. CARRIE POWELL-DAVIDSON
Powell-Davidson said that while we have a large senior demographic, “our young people are not ignored.” “There are tons of youth services such as the SOS and Family Resource Centre which are highly under-utilized,” said Powell-Davidson. “Not to mention all of the churches that have youth programs, lots of cultural groups and Bard to Broadway to name a few.” Powell-Davidson said we have more of an “awareness and communication problem” than a scarcity of youth-relat-
ed activities in the city. However, Naimi maintains the city did a “disservice” to the community when the YAM was shut down three years ago by showing a lack of support. According to Naimi, who volunteered at the facility, the YAM was closed because its last event surpassed the legal capacity as underlined in the space’s building code. “But if there was any goodwill they (the city) would have worked together with us,” said Naimi. “Instead we felt like we were forced to close and had no voice.” Naimi said the YAM was a space where young people could come together and express themselves through music, writing and art. He said there were approximately 40 youth who helped organize events and they catered to as many as 500 youth. While Naimi feels nostalgic when he reflects back on the YAM, he maintains hope that a similar organization may transpire in the future. “If we build a place that is meant for the arts and youth people will show up,” said Naimi.
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hen people yearn for ‘The Good Old Days’ it’s difficult not to roll your eyes. Often it’s a tainted vision, one that selectively chooses some good memories and tosses any idea of struggle. This Good Old Days view also tends to dismiss technology like it has hindered humans, not helped. Yes there was a simpler time when kids were sent out the door to “go play” without much fear. A time when your work couldn’t follow you everywhere, 247, through some device on your hip or in your purse. Those who lived in that supposedly more simple time are too often dismissed by those who live in the fast lane now, people who embrace science and technology as the new god and don’t have much time or attention for the ramblings of older people who tell it like it used to be. That’s a mistake. First Nations people get it. They embrace elders and turn to them to shape their decisions in these fast-paced times. After a discussion this week with two fishermen who have been working the waters around B.C. for a combined 100 years, we have less confidence in the techies and scientists who determine what, and how many, can be harvested from the sea. Seventy-nine-year-old Wally Piatocka put down his cell phone before he pulled no punches. He told us the federal government’s Department of Fisheries and Oceans has mismanaged the fisheries. He said the DFO does not listen to the oldtimers. That’s a mistake. Piatocka knows more about what’s in the ocean around here than any biologist armed with the latest in sonar or DNA samples. He understands the trends of, say, the herring, year over year. He can look at the snow levels in the mountains, the water level of the rivers, and tell you what kind of year it will be for fishing. It seems a shame, a real waste of valuable resources, to have a man like Piatocka feel like his input is not welcome. Perhaps it’s time for the DFO to consider — for real and not just a public relations exercise with representatives from various ‘associations’ — an advisory panel of knowledgeable oldtimers. — Editorial by John Harding
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Letters THANKS FOR SCHOOL PRESENTATION Special thanks to Barb Terry (former board chair) for the excellent presentation she made to the board opposing the closure of French Creek Community School. Barb continues to be a tireless advocate for children, their education and her community. LANCE HUGHES Parksville
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at night by 10 miles per hour. Not all drivers have the skill set (training/experience) to drive at higher speeds, especially non-tested, yet-still-licenced seniors. Driving at higher speeds reduces the fuel efficiency factor resulting in a higher rate of pollution. Furthermore, I am absolutely horrified to witness erratic driving by cell phone users and unbelievably, drivers actually texting, especially when wild animals can unpredictably and suddenly enter the highway. GORD BYERS Parksville
Increasing the existing speed limit to 120 km-h on the Inland Highway is to increase the frequency and severity of motor vehicle collisions. The 110 km/h travelling speed is set for ideal driving conditions. If you agree, let ICBC know your opinion. Without a provincial, yearly vehicle inspection, any old wreck of a car can zoom along like a damaged aorta ready to hemorrhage. With no requirement to have winter tires installed, when the average daytime December/January temperatures here do not rise above 7 C, is asking for diminished steering and stopping control with dire results. We do get black ice and snow. When vehicles adhere to the posted speed limit, many drivers pass at breakneck velocity, already choosing to travel at or beyond the 120 km/h speed limit being considered. Also, there is no dual speed limit signage here as the U.S. used to have for a reduction
EDUCATION GOALS MISUNDERSTOOD
With all due respect, School District 69 (Qualicum) board chair Lynette Kershaw needs to review the history of public education in Canada and North America. Her comment (‘Per student funding is the issue, says Qualicum school board chair,’ The NEWS, Feb. 25) that “...the current system is still based in the agrarian world of 100 years ago when parents just wanted somewhere to send kids for the day” reveals a lack of understanding of the philosophy and objectives of public education arising from 19th century humanist goals to improve the lot of individual citizens and society in general. The original concept of public education as an alternative to private or parochial schooling was to create a publicly-funded system that was mass, universal and affordable. ‘Mass’ would make it nationwide, ‘uni-
versal’ would offer a coordinated curriculum of literacy and numeracy across jurisdictions and ‘affordable’ would provide for government funding within its means to support the system from the public purse. This new public system did not receive universal acceptance at first, especially from farm families who must send child laborers away for the day and others who didn’t support the formal education of females. Compulsory attendance had to be invoked to ensure school-age children could participate. Schools were not intended to be daycare centers to free farmers to work without children under foot. Quite to the contrary, the public education model provided an opportunity for all children and youth to develop skills in the “Three Rs” not otherwise available from parents at home on the farm. The current education system is indeed hampered by the 19th century ‘agrarian model’. The summer break is a vestigial remnant of an earlier time in history when crops had to be harvested and annual tasks performed. If boards of education and school districts really want to provide a 21st century system of learning, they must consider keeping schools open year-round to offer greater opportunity and flexibility to the people they serve, while eliminating a dependency on under-utilized facilities. This would be a campaign promise that could be kept and would eliminate the need to have an extended spring break to compensate for budget shortfalls.
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MP responds to Parksville mayor’s “raw deal” speech Parksville Chamber has hosted many popular on Vancouver Island, much delivered during a fantasy events. The recent chamber event was world-wide recession and while transfers to B.C. not one of those, or was it? (‘Mayor wants better continue to increase, this year $5.3 billion for voice,’ The NEWS, Feb. 18). health care and social services that Islanders deParksville Mayor Chris Burger claims a “raw pend on. Of course, that was in the budget along deal” from senior governments; his evidence — with increased funding programs for seniors, he couldn’t find Vancouver Island on an online veterans, salmon enhancement and forestry research of the federal budget. Really? newal. While the Parksville mayor’s speech has fanMajor community/regional projects involve tasy appeal, it denies record inpartnerships and collaboration bevestments on Vancouver Island tween levels of government. Whatsince the Conservative government ever the mayor’s motives or ambiwas elected. Perhaps the mayor tions, to deny federal investments in is unaware of the unprecedented By MP James Lunney Oceanside and on Vancouver Island multi-million dollar investments is a denial of reality. in University of Victoria, Vancouver Yes, the rail issue has gone on for Island University, the new Victoria too long. Many people worked hard Airport interchange, or a shipbuildto secure a $15 million commitment ing program that will create careers from senior governments. It’s time for West Coast shipyards. Perhaps for VIA to come through. That said, he is unaware of the multi-million it is not clear that Mayor Burger’s dollar makeover of Nanaimo Airproposed Mayor’s Caucus would be port that has utilization up 15 per cent in just seeking a $140-$150 million train investment, one year, the new Nanaimo Cruise Ship Termi- with a third from their own budgets. Or that the nal, the assembly wharf rebuild, green energy in- 13 municipalities and First Nation communities vestments at Harmac Mill and Catalyst Mills on that make up the ICF would appreciate his disthe Island, perhaps he is unaware that Campbell missal of their representative. River is booming with construction of the John So, clearly, the mayor has something else on Hart dam worth over $1 billion. his mind. He has recast himself in the role of an The mayor should be willing to acknowledge opposition candidate. Unfortunately, in so dofederal investment in the Parksville area — the ing, Mayor Burger has created a conflict of intermillion dollar upgrades that renewed Moilliet est that needs to be resolved quickly. Street, new wells on Despard Avenue, Parksville To campaign as a federal opposition candiSport Field renewal ($165,000), Hustwick Place, date from his position as mayor is a conflict of new lighting at Oceanside Place, Church Road interest that comes at the expense of the citizens Transfer Station, French Creek water treatment of Parksville and the current federal represenupgrades, Ravensong Pool new roof and water tative. If that is his intention, the mayor should management system, the Deep Bay Shellfish Re- do the honourable thing, resign his current post search Centre, Qualicum Beach’s Berwick water and advise the good citizens of Oceanside which storage ($1 million), Laburnum Road connector opposition party he intends to campaign for. ($1 million), and his own pet project, pilot pro- And that is the reality. gram for aquifer storage. — James Lunney is the MP for Nanaimo-AlThese are just a few of the recent investments berni. E-mail: nanaimo@jameslunneymp.ca
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cial heritage site, according to a news release. “The Snaw-naw-as people would like to thank the province for this funding,” Snawnaw-as Chief David Bob said. “It shows we are working together to create employment opportunities that will improve the lives of some of our citizens... I would also like to thank
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AQUARIUS Be honest and direct in your dealings with others.
PISCES You will change your mind yet again. You are who you are.
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Verdict Mercedes Benz is enabling more people to access its brand with smaller less expensive vehicles. The new GLA 250 and GLA 45 AMG are certainly very attractive, powerful and fun vehicles to drive.
Drive The base GLA 250 comes with a 2.0L turbocharged direct injection 4-cylinder with a healthy 208hp and 258 lb.-ft. of torque, the same as the B-Class and base CLA. There is plenty of acceleration and cruising on the highway is effortless.
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Driving through the mountain canyons back from Granada to Malaga was a real treat. The countryside is rustic and beautiful and the twisty roads sublime. The base GLA never set a wheel wrong and the 7-speed duel-clutch automatic can be left in economy, sport or manual for each driving situation. All GLA models come with standard AWD and this system can detach the rear wheels and drive in FWD for better economy but switches seamlessly back when more traction or cornering capability is required, plus Dynamic Cornering Assist applies just a small amount of brake force to the inside wheel when cornering to aid in the process. The 45 AMG takes things to a completely new level. The 2.0L 4-cylinder is hand assembled and pumps out a whopping 355hp and 332 lb.-ft. of torque. The 7-speed transmission and AWD system have been adapted by AMG to deliver a go-cart like drive that is so reassuring and potent that it makes the driver look and feel fantastic. Cornering is effortless and the bigger wheels and lowered suspension give great feedback but it is not jarring.
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do a great job of and stance, plus directing air flow smaller wheel sizes to just the right compared to the location. The centre high performance cluster below the GLA 45 AMG version screen is very that sports 19-inch straightforward and wheels compared easy to master. The to the base 18-inch difference wheels, but even the Mercedes Benz is biggest between the base base model can get enabling more people model and the 45 larger wheels as part AMG are the seats. of the Sport Package. to access its brand The base comes The small, more with smaller less with faux leather aggressive touches expensive vehicles. 12-way power seats and the lowered susthat look and feel pension do make the Zack Spencer very good. Leather AMG look sportier is optional plus the seats are more and more purposeful but the standard GLA with the optional 19-inch bolstered. The AMG gets upgraded seats as standard equipment but wheels is a head turner too. race inspired Recaro seats are Inside part of the Exclusive Package and The dash of the GLA is almost look superb, thanks to aluminum identical to both the CLA sedan accents and chunky side boland B-Class hatchback. There is a sters. Other differences include a prominent screen mounted high in centre-mounted shifter in the AMG, the centre of the dash, like an iPad where the base 250 gets the more application. practical column mounted gear seThe rest of the dash is sporty lector, which frees up much needed and functional thanks to stylish storage in the centre of the car. jet engine inspired air vents that Speaking of space, the back seats are much more practical compared to the CLA sedan thanks to a higher roof, bigger back windows and much better outward visibility. The cargo area isn’t huge at 1235L but the rear seats do split and fold for additional cargo capabilities.
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MALAGA, SPAIN - It might be winter here but it’s always nice to look forward to warmer days, filled with sun and clear roads. To get a sneak peek at what better weather looks and feels like, plus get a chance to drive the all new Mercedes GLA250 and GLA 45 AMG, the advanced drive program was held in Malaga, Spain. The GLA is built of the same platform as the hot, new CLA sedan that arrived last fall. Developing it into a taller, more practical small SUV is perfect for young families or couples that want the same underlying goodness that is in the CLA but with standard all wheel drive (AWD) and ease of use. Pricing has not been confirmed but when it arrives this fall, expect the same aggressive pricing that the CLA delivers. That car starts at $33,900 but with AWD comes up to $36,800.
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Top ten trucks to get the job done What are my favourite trucks? – It’s a question readers ask me all the time in the supermarket and on the street. Though not in order of preference, here are my ten choices. 2014 GMC/Chevy Silverado/Sierra ½ ton pickup has gone through some monumental changes this year. What an improvement with a very comfortable and refined interior on all trim levels, and three engine choices, the Eco Tec 4.3-litre V6, 5.3-litre V8, and a 6.2-litre V8. 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. Very similar in design to its big brother the Silverado, this Mid-size truck fills a void in Canada. Still expected to work as hard as a full-size truck, the Colorado can tow more than 3,039 kilograms (6700 lbs) a 2.5L I-4 engine is standard with an optional 3.6L V6 with a six speed automatic transmission. 2015 GMC 3500HD Denali is a beast. This truck is built to pull and with 10,251 KG (22,600 lbs) of trailer towing capacity it does just that. The 6.6L V8 turbo engine delivers 397 hp and 765 lb ft of torque and is paired with a 1000 series Allison transmission.
up and over that hill. With interior upgrades such as 12way power adjustable bucket seats, 2015 Ford F150. All new design feaheated leather wrapped steering tures and a completely aluminum body wheel and a Bose sound system you and high strength steel in its frame can operate it in comfort. make this truck up to 317 KG (700 lbs) 2014 Ford F150 Ecoboost: With lighter. It has 11 new class-exclusive more than 100,000 Eco Boost enfeatures, including 360-degree camera gines being produced monthly, you view, integrated loading ramps stowed Not only will the can bet a majority of these engines in the pickup bed, 400-watt power outare finding their way into the 2014 Ram EcoDiesel give lets inside the cab, LED headlights and F150 pickup. It holds the record in you 420-pound feet side-view mirror spotlights, and remote Canada for highest pickup sales, and of torque and plenty tailgate release. at 12.9/9.0 L/100 km (city/highway) of towing capabilities, 2014 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel. This it keeps the money in your wallet a is a much-anticipated truck from Ram it will also reduce co2 little longer. With a 3.0-litre V6 Diesel engine with 2014 Ford Raptor is still one of emissions and run on a torqueflite eight-speed transmismy favorite off-road vehicles. It has B20 Biodiesel. sion. Not only will the Ram EcoDiesel electronic locking rear differential, give you 420-pound feet of torque Ian Harwood shift on the fly 4 wheel drive, adand plenty of towing capabilities, it vance trac with roll stability control, will also reduce co2 emissions and and trailer sway control. Front and rear mounted run on B20 Biodiesel. It’s a game changer. cameras to add a second pair of eyes to the terrain 2014 Ram 3500. The largest and most capable around you and a 6.2-litre V8 engine to help you get pickup Ram has to offer. Alterations to the frame in-
cluding eight separate cross members, hydro formed frame rails and high strength steel add up to a truck that is capable of towing of towing up to 13,607kg (30,000lb). A 6.7l Cummins turbo diesel engine delivers 385 hp and 850 lb ft of torque. 2014 Toyota Tundra. New body style this year, impressive hood and fender design. The western themed 1794 Edition commemorates the founding year of a Texas ranch where the Tundra plant is situated. This interior is covered with Saddle tan brown leather seats and rich maple wood grain panels throughout. It is powered by a 4.6-litre or a 5.7-litre engine. Can it compete with the big boys? This is the year to see. 2014 Toyota Tacoma. The Tacoma has continued to increase popularity and is a very agile four-wheeler. The double cab gives plenty of room for all your buddies and the 4.0-litre V6 engine can get you to your favorite fishing hole and back. With the addition of some modern day technology such as Backup camera, heated seats, 6 airbags, and a power invertor, this truck has everything I am looking for in a pickup. ian.harwood@drivewaybc.ca
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2005 MAZDA 6 WAGON GT
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2014 F-150 FX4 CREW CAB
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ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. BCGMCDEALERS.CA 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. * Offers apply to the lease of a new or demonstrator 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab 4x4 (1SA/G80/B30). Freight ($1,650) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. †* The Automotive Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) comprises professional journalists, photographers specializing in cars and trucks. They provide unbiased opinions of new vehicles to help consumers make better purchases that are right for them. For more information visit www.ajac.ca. ^ 2014 Sierra 1500 with the available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission has a fuel-consumption rating of 13.0L/100 km city and 8.7L/100 km hwy 2WD and 13.3L/100 km city and 9.0L/100 km hwy 4WD. Fuel consumption based on GM testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Competitive fuel consumption ratings based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2013 Fuel Consumption Guide for WardsAuto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and latest available information at the time of posting. **When equipped with available 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine. Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2013 Large Light-Duty Pickup segment and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. † Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. †† The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who have purchased, leased or financed a new eligible 2014 MY Sierra with an ACDelco oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 KMs, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM Dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. + Whichever comes first. See dealer for conditions and limited warranty details. ‡ 0% for 36 month lease available on all 2014 Sierra 1500 Regular/Double/Crew Cabs. Sample lease payments based on 36-month lease of 2014 Sierra Double Cab 4x4 1SA + G80 + B30 on approved credit by GM Financial. Tax, license, insurance, registration, applicable provincial fees, and optional equipment extra. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. Monthly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. Example: Sierra Double Cab 4x4 1SA + G80 + B30 including Freight and Air Tax is $30,488 at 0% APR, $1,075 Down payment, Bi-Weekly payment is $139 for 36 months. Total obligation is $11,951, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $18,538. ¥¥ 0% Purchase financing offered on approved credit by RBC Royal Bank/TD Auto Financing/Scotiabank for 48 months on new or demonstrator 2014 Sierra 1500. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $208 for 48 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. ¥ $4,250 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit has been applied to the purchase, finance and lease offers of 2014 Sierra 1500 Double 4x4 1SA, and is applicable to retail customers only. $500 package credits for non-PDU models. Other credits available on select Sierra models. Offer ends March 31, 2014. ‡‡ Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer pick-up truck that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013 Chevrolet Silverado, Avalanche, GMC Sierra or 2014 MY Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra or 2015 MY Chevrolet Silverado HD or GMC Sierra HD delivered in Canada between March 1, 2014 and March 31, 2014. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive). Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. XRetail and basic fleet customers who purchase or lease an eligible Chevrolet, Buick or GMC delivered from dealer stock between March 1, 2014 and March 31, 2014 will receive one 40¢ savings per litre fuel card (fuel savings card) upon payment of an additional $.01. Cards valid as of 72 hours after delivery. Fuel savings card valid for 800 litres of fuel purchased from participating Petro-Canada retail locations (and other approved North Atlantic Petroleum locations in Newfoundland) and not redeemable for cash except where required by law. GM is not responsible for cards that are lost, stolen or damaged. GM reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer and/or the program for any reason in whole or in part at any time without notice. Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business™ Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. Cards are property of Suncor Energy. To protect your card balance, register online at www.petro-canada.ca/preferred today.
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Perhaps it might be too early to start thinking of going topless. Then again, maybe not. Dreaming about the days when we don’t need to crank the heat to full blast in the house, or bundle up to go outside to shovel snow are warming thoughts. And so is the thought of open air driving. Here are five convertibles under $30K that might help beat the winter blahs and get you thinking about the sun. Fiat 500C - $16,495 As if the Fiat 500 wasn’t cute enough, there’s also a drop top version to give it even more character. The Pop trim has a starting price of $16,495, whereas the Lounge trim is still starts under $20K at $19,895. Both come with a 1.4L, 4-cylinder MultiAir engine, which produces 101 horsepower and 98 lb-ft of torque. You can even retract the roof while driving. Push the power-operated canvas roof button once and it will open the top to the midway position at speeds
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Confessions of a Curber
It happened just after the last flood. The winter beat records for snowfall, and springtime saw serious flooding. Basements filled, streets were running with water, and cars were left to float and sink. One day, I walked past a junk yard and saw, what I thought,
I still remember my first time. It was so easy. So thrilling. And I walked away with a couple of thousand bucks in my pocket. Not bad for a few hours’ work. work. was a relatively normal car. What’s it doing here? I thought. Apart from a couple of scratches on the outside and some moist seats, the vehicle seemed roadworthy. I immediately asked about the car. I was told that it was found full of flood water. Its previous owner wanted nothing to do with it. I bought the car for a couple hundred dollars. I didn’t even have to register it in my name. Originally, I had no intention of doing what I did. I wanted to sell the car for parts. But, the engine still worked and the vehicle could get a person from A to B.
Suddenly, I had an idea. Since the car looked fine on the outside, no one had to know its real history. I was a genius. After a night in the garage with a heater and a little scrubbing, I posted an ad on Craigslist: “2004 black Toyota Corolla for sale. No longer need, bought new car. No room in garage – need to sell ASAP!!! Few scratches, otherwise in great condition. Call cell and we’ll talk price.” Thirty minutes later I got a call from a sixteen-year old kid – a little younger than my son. We decided to meet at the local mall at about 6:00. I wonder if his parents knew what he was up to. I arrived at 6:20, telling him I was in a great rush as I had to pick my son up from soccer practice. Turns out he played, too. After some soccer gossip, we got down to business. I knew that a kid his age just wanted a ride to show off to his friends, so we spent little time on the details. I told him the car was in perfect condition and was never in any accidents. “No problems as far as I know,” I said. The kid was sold. He trusted me. I never gave him my full name, and he never gave me his. He gave me the cash, I gave him the car. All was good. I was on my way. A few days later, I saw a TV program that talked about flood damaged vehicles. Apparently, flooding can damage the computer systems, which control things like the brakes and steering. And flood vehicles can’t be registered or insured. Who knew? My mind immediately went to the kid I sold the vehicle to. I felt a twinge of guilt. Then my eyes darted to my stash of cash. Two weeks later, I had another car up for sale. Stay tuned!
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Presiding judge Sandra Wahlgren’s says her favorite part of the evening is listening to the teams shout out in joy when their team has the right answer, or hearing the collective groans if the answer they had turned out to be wrong. The judges never underestimate the creativity of some of the made up answers either. It’s going to be another fun night and the club says it hopes you will join them. The Lighthouse Community Centre is located at 280 Lions Way in Qualicum Bay. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the games begin at 7.30 p.m. Tickets are $12 each or $60 for a table of six. Be one of the first five groups to buy a table and a plate of appetizers or home baked goodies is on the house. Additionally, if you bring someone new you will also receive a coveted 2014 Fall Fair T-shirt or free admission to the Fall Fair. —Submitted by Bow Horne Bay Community Club
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Nanoose Bay artist and scuba diver Jay Holbrook says he isn’t optimistic about the future health of the ocean surrounding our Island. Holbrook dives in the waters of Georgia Strait on a weekly basis, recording everything he sees in the depths with video and still photography. He said he sends his data to the Vancouver Aquarium, which collects information about the species at risk in our oceans. Since 1956, researchers at the aquarium have been conducting studies of habitats and animals in the wild. They do annual surveys to determine which threatened fish species are beginning to repopulate and which are having difficulty recovering in the wild. Holbrook has been collecting data for the program for many years now and while his underwater adventures provide him with inspiration for his artwork, he said it also leaves him troubled about what the future holds for sea life. “What I am really concerned about is that probably two generations from now we are not going to have this abundance out here at the rate we are going. From what I see underwater … there are big changes and the future doesn’t look bright,” he said.
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Nanoose Bay artist and scuba diver Jay Holbrook has many up-close and personal encounters with undersea creatures like this Wolf eel as he keeps tabs on the some of the species at risk in the oceans surrounding Vancouver Island.
The scuba dive master and instructor said he is not surprised by the latest news that high acid levels in the waters around Parksville and Qualicum Beach have wiped out most of Island Scallops’ stock. He said the mass sea star die-off which started in this area last year is also a red flag and any potential threats to the ocean from development of industry need to be halted. “I am not a radical environmentalist but I am concerned about it all,” he said. “We do see dwindling stocks with the salmon and everything. I am against the Northern Gateway pipeline. It is a disaster waiting to happen and I really feel two generations out its not going to
be the same as it is now.” Holbrook is currently contributing data for the Vancouver Aquarium’s annual Lingcod Egg Mass Survey. He said there is concern for the stock, which has reached three to five percent of what it was a century ago. He has been collecting information on the number, size, condition and position of egg masses, as well as whether or not a guarding male is present. Holbrook’s up-close encounters with the rockfish he sees in these parts are reflected in his metal rockfish sculptures and he said he can only hope that they will be around in the future, and not just as beautiful artwork hanging on a wall.
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10:30-11am, PV Library, Preschoolers with a caregiver. 250-248-3841
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SCHOOL’S OUT SKATE 1:30-3pm, OS Place Arena All-ages. Info: 250-2483252, recparks@rdn.bc.ca.
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 2pm, St. Stephen’s United Church, QB. All is welcome.
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9am-1pm, Pacific Rainforest Adventure Tours view herring spawn & other wildlife from hot spots in Parksville & Qualicum Beach. Pre-register: $25 at 250-248-3667 or mail@ rainforesthikes.com
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Name your castle If I said “Tara”, there’s no doubt most people name that has taken some thought, has made would have Scarlett O’Hara and/or Rhett But- some connection with a dream, or come as a ler on the tips of their tongues; perhaps even flash in the night. “Drogheda” would bring to mind the AustraA friend and her husband, both avid and lian setting of my one-time favorite novel, “The successful flower gardeners from across the Thorn Birds.” pond, after years of prodding their yard into the For ease of identification, for sentimental profusion of bloom that satisfied them, finally reasons, or for a touch of class, many people ordered the plaque for their door: “Phloxtrot like to give their homes or cottagCottage” … a little corny, but it fit es some name other than a street and they were proud of it. address with a number, a combiWhen my late husband and I had nation of same plus letters, and chosen some hilltop property on an often a string of separating dashes. By Nancy Whelan island in the strait we started planI believe that giving one’s abode ning what we named “The Aerie” … an actual name somehow makes it until the deal fell through when the more one’s own. property owner decided he could In Britain, of course, one might ask more than originally stated. But have three or four lines of an adwhen we self-published my husdress including a string of intriguband’s book, we carried the name ing names, with never a numeral in and an eagle nest logo to our little sight until that final directory of the publishing company. Years later, I modern age, the postal code. My best example brought the name to my own front door, where is, “Broadacres, Forest Green, Hollyport, Berk- I love it still — memories of hopes, dreams, and shire, with that last name the only word giving a accomplishment. reasonable clue of its spot on the planet. About the same time, we started up our own North America, and particularly some prov- little advertising company, whose ‘office’ was in inces seem to be enamored with numbers as a a tiny cabin moved from the beach to the edge more precise method of pinpointing a home. of our backyard. Hmmn… what to call that enTake my son whose three-number, two-dash tity? We decided on sticking to its tourist cabin address somewhere in Alberta is one I have to designation, and the business became “Studio forever look up to be sure of the right arrange- 5A”, it’s number plainly painted on the door. ment of digits. No romance or history in direcProbably the most succinct home and cottions like that. tage names I remember are these: Admittedly some numerical monikers do A cabin in which I almost stayed for a week on conjure up a picture; think 24 Sussex Drive, the Island’s west coast, was built over an old well 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., or 10 Downing Street … its name? What else but “The Cistern Abbey?” … we all know who lives behind those numAnd finally puffing up near-vertical pathbers, and mystery fans may even be acquainted ways to a home where we’d been invited to dine with the owner of the numerical/alphabetical on Cortes Island we heartily agreed with the combo of 221B Baker Street. designation “Cardiac Castle.” But give me a home with a name that has — Nancy Whalen is a local some meaning, memories, or play on words, a columnist for The NEWS.
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MUSIC
Lion, Bear, Fox claw into people’s hearts Neil Osborne from 54-40 performing solo acoustic show at the Bayside Resort May 1 BRENDA GOUGH News Contributor
Exactly one year after their memorable performance in Parksville, the folk rock trio The Lion The Bear The Fox proved once again why they are a musical force of nature. On March 1 their concert— held in conjunction with the opening night of the annual Brant Wildlife Festival —had the crowd wanting more. With over three decades of combined experience, the three band members: Christopher Arruda (the lion), Cory Woodward (the bear) and Ryan McMahon (the fox), are known for the passion they bring to their performances. The sold-out crowd at the Quality Resort Bayside was treated to rock songs with a grunge edge as well as some passionate ballads that were performed with such raw emotion it brought many to tears. Their intense show beckoned people to the dance floor during the second set and the band captivated the audience when they left the stage and performed an unplugged version of their song Home in the crowd. Parksville was the third stop of four shows the band did back-to-back on Vancouver Island last week, and the feeling was mutual when the musicians announced that the crowd was the best they had played for so far on their Freedom Tour. McMahon, who lives in Ladysmith, agreed the energy in the Tidal Room was electric Saturday night. “It was the best Island show we had … hands down. Even being there last year was great. There is an energy in that room that makes us play better,” said McMahon. He said it was easy to see that the people were there for the music. The group, which has only been together since May of 2012, will be hitting the road March 15 for a tour that will take them to the Okanagan as well as Alberta. For those who missed the incredible show, another stellar musical performance will go down in the intimate venue of Tidal Room May 1.
From left, Christopher Arruda, Cory Woodward and Ryan McMahon (The Lion, The Bear, The Fox) head into the crowd for an intimate and haunting number at the Bayside Resort March. 1.
Neil Osborne, the front man from the iconic band 54•40, will be performing a solo acoustic show. As lead singer and chief songwriter of 54•40, Osborne has achieved critical acclaim, released a dozen albums and weathered the fickle music business for more than three decades. A Canadian music legend, Osborne is known primarily as a rock musician but is also an accomplished producer and a songwriter of amazing depth and clarity.
Who doesn’t know at least five songs by 54•40 they can sing along to? Presented by Arbutus Events, the May 1 show will be in the Tidal Room at Quality Resort Bayside. Cocktails and dinner are available at 6:30 p.m. with the show at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 advance and $30 door and can be purchased at Quality Resort Bayside, and the Lockhart Collection in Parksville or on line at www.arbutusevents.ca.
Canada Day line-up in Parksville stacked with talent BRENDA GOUGH News Contributor
An amazing group of bands has been confirmed for Parksville’s biggest party of the year. Megan Olsen of Arbutus Events has lined up seven musical acts for the Canada Day festivities in the Community Park. The stage will be rocking on July 1 with local original bands as well as other groups that Olsen hopes will create a musical festival atmosphere.
Headlining the Canada Day musical line-up is Bend Sinister. The progressive Vancouver-based original rock band is well known in the Canadian indie rock scene and has toured with and opened for METRIC, Hot Hot Heat, Dragonette and Born Ruffians. Bend Sinister originally began their musical journey in 2001 in Kelowna but now calls Vancouver home. At the heart of the group is singer and keyboard player Dan Moxon whose soft spoken and warm demean-
our belie the frenetic stage antics and vocal gymnastics that have made him one of Canada’s most unforgettable front men. The band has been described as playing everything from metal to top 40 but their unique sound and energetic live shows is what has created a big fan base. In 2009 they finished in third place in the Peak Performance Project hosted by Vancouver radio station The Peak. See OLSEN, page 33
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A jazz performer nominated in the 2014 Black Canadian Awards will be in Qualicum Beach March 14. Maureen Washington is joining Ron Hadley on piano and Joey Smith on bass as The Old School House (TOSH) presents another Jazz Cabaret evening. An always popular performer at a wide range of events and venues around the Island, including the 2011 Victoria International Jazz Fest, Washington was named Monday Magazine’s Jazz and Blues Artist of the Year, and was nominated for the Vancouver Island Music Awards Female Vocalist of the Year. Currently she is in the running for a Black Canadian Award and is in fine company in the best jazz/soul category. Her vocal diversity lent itself to performances of blues, swing jazz and funk with BOP, a band widely acclaimed as the best dance band in the Prince George region. Now based in Victoria, Washington continues to create new musical avenues and is has a growing entourage of fans as she performs with duos, sextets, and solo artists. Some will remember Washington from the 2012 TOSH birthday dinner on the field where she entertained on a warm summer evening, others will not forget her memorable performance under the stars at the 100th birthday party
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Above, Jazz and blues vocalist Maureen Washington performs last year at the Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Course. She’s performing at TOSH March 14.
of the Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Course. Hadley, who was on piano for both of those events, said it has been a few years since Washington has performed at TOSH and he is excited to bring her back for the special event. The Jazz Cabaret has been going for a few years now at TOSH and Hadley said it is quite different from Music on Sunday.
"This isn't like the lovely and intimate concerts we have on Sunday. For the Jazz Cabaret, we have tables and it turns into jazz night club," he explained. Tickets for the evening, which also includes a dessert buffet, are $20 each or you can buy a table of four for $70. The entertainment begins at 7 p.m. on March 14. Call TOSH at 250-752-6133 for tickets.
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The contest promotes BC musicians and since it started many of the top finalists have achieved success. Olsen has been instrumental in bringing new and talented musical acts to Parksville and many of the bands she has booked here have been part of the Peak Performance Project. "I like to promote young up-andcoming artists in B.C." Olsen, who put together a stellar lineup of bands for Parksville's Canada Day party last year, said her mission
is to bring great music to this area that people may not be aware of. “There is local talent out there and my goal is to get people listening to newer music. I felt lots of concerts in the area were catering to baby boomers and older, but music can bring all ages together.” Starting just after noon, the main stage on Canada Day will feature bands performing original music as well as some cover bands. The first act on stage is Brodie Daw-
son, next is Ryan McMahon. Following them is local modern rock cover band Exit 51 who will get the crowd on their feet with their covers of ’90’s and newer dance tunes. Towers and Trees will follow, then it is JP Maurice who will keep the festival going. Local guitar master Wil, always guaranteed to give a fierce performance, precedes Bend Sinister which will wrap up the entertainment before the fireworks around 10 p.m.
Dance to popular show and swing tunes Forget the soggy weather and dance the night away March 8 with the Just Us Dance Orchestra. The group will be playing from its Broadway Song Book
at 7:30 p.m. on March 8 at the Parksville Royal Canadian Legion. Dancers will hear popular show tunes, swing number from the ‘40s and ‘50s and more.
Vancouver Jazz Guitarist Extraordinaire DARYL JAHNKE Ron Hadley - piano Ken Lister - bass Buff Allen - drums Sunday, March 9 2:30-4:30pm
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Spring Concert features youth Three talented young musicians will capture audiences at Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra’s (NCO) Soundscape for Spring concert in Parksville March 16. The trio of Jasmine Mather, Joanna Lee and Hannah Stroink will perform J.S. Bach’s “Concerto for 3 Violins and String Orchestra in D” during the program. Mather attends NDSS, studies violin with Karl Rainer and is in her third year with the NCO. Lee moved to Nanaimo from Korea and attends Dover Bay Secondary, studies with Leslie Krull and has been a member of the NCO for 2 years. Stroink is home-schooled, studies violin. To celebrate the advent of spring, the NCO is presenting a wonderful and varied reper-
The Nature Trust of British Columbia is proud to coordinate the Brant Wildlife Festival WILDLIFE PHOTO WORKSHOPS FOR KIDS March 8 and 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children aged 8 to 15 can learn about taking wildlife photos (with an accompanying adult) at the Parksville Museum. Pre-register: $5 per child, reception@parksvillemuseum.ca
HERRING SPAWN/WILDLIFE TOUR March 9, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join Pacific Rainforest Adventure Tours to view herring spawn and other wildlife in Oceanside. Pre-register: $25 per person, 250-248-3667 or mail@rainforestnaturehikes.com
SPRING HARVEST EVENING OF CELEBRATION March 10, doors open at 6 p.m. Enjoy a gourmet dinner prepared by VI Culinary Institute students at VIU Deep Bay Marine Field Station and presentation by Dr. Rob Butler about The Salish Sea. Pre-register $60 per person, 250-740-6611
SPRING BREAK KIDS CAMP March 17 to 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children aged 6 to 11 are invited to join our amazing park naturalists for a week of fun in nature at Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park. Pre-register: $40 each day, $180 for week, 250-478-9414 or goldstream@naturehouse.ca
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toire for strings. From the Baroque, in addition to the Bach Concerto, the program includes Handel's "Concerto Grosso Op. 6 no. 3”. From the late Romantic, there is "Serenade No. II" by Austrian, Robert Fuchs—one of Mahler's teachers, and also Tchaikowsky's moving and elegant, "Elegie". And for contrast, the program includes contemporary composer, John Rutter's "Suite for Strings", a light and airy rendering of four English folk songs. The show takes place March 16 at 2:30 pm at St. Edmund’s Anglican Church. Tickets are available at the door and at the Port Theatre Box Office in Nanaimo. They cost $20, $10 for students and children under 12 are free. —Submitted by Bruce Farquharson/NEWS Staff
Get some Feng Shui in your life Find your flow in Qualicum Beach this Saturday. That’s when internationally acclaimed Feng Shui Consultant Mark Ainley will be featured in Finding the Flow, Practical Feng Shui for Modern Lifestyles. The seminar is being hosted by award-winning interior designer Heidi Schumann and Design Details Inc. staff. Participants will learn some of the practical basics in Feng Shui, which includes
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harmonizing manmade spaces with the balanced poise of nature. The seminar costs $20 and the net proceeds will be going to charity. Registration is required. The event takes place at Design Details’ studio at 101-663 Beach Road. Call 250-5942666 or e-mail: rebeccah@designdetailsinc. com to register or for more information. —News Staff/Submitted by Rebeccah Kurucz
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He passed away in Royal Jubilee Hospital, in Victoria, BC. He leaves behind three sons, two daughter-in-laws, seven grandchildren, a large family and many friends. He has joined his loving wife Shirley, together forever. Service to be held at Yates Funeral Home, Parksville, BC on Sunday, March 9, 2014 at 1:00 p.m.
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IN LOVING MEMORY of BERYL REID LAWRENCE 1923-2014 Born in Howick, Quebec, Beryl lived a full life in Montreal, Toronto, and North Vancouver. Her final home was in Qualicum Beach with family, on Vancouver Island. Beryl is predeceased by her loving husband of 61 years, George, and their son Dwight. She leaves behind their children, Keith, Lois, Donald, son-in-law Bruce, daughter-in-law Sandy and grandson Justin. She is also survived by her brother Harvey and his wife Norma, brother-in-law Jack Lawrence and his wife Van, and sister-in-law Olive Bungay. Beryl’s true passion was square dancing and she was an avid and active member of The West Island Whirl Aways, and The Weavers Square Dance Club. Our Mom will always be remembered for her genuine love of people and their stories, and was greatly loved in return. Her remarkable sense of humour made her a favourite with everyone. She was such a fun and creative hostess, always adding that extra touch to make people feel special. Many thanks for the excellent and compassionate care from all the staff at The Qualicum Manor. Your love and kindness is deeply appreciated. Thank you Mom for your love & guidance. “DO-SI-DO�
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The service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Catherine Leigh Rempel (Eshleman) November 17, 1962 February 15, 2014 Cathy is survived by her children, Brandon and Tasha (David); long time partner, Axel Sauer; parents, Les and Bev; brother, Darren (Lisa); nephew, Derek (Kathy). She will be sadly missed by family and friends. She is predeceased by Nana Fran Spurr, Grandma Pearl and Grandpa Wendell Eshleman. “Deep in our hearts you will always stay. Loved and remembered every day.�
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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PERSONAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MEDICAL HEALTH
GARDENING
HAULING AND SALVAGE
FURNITURE
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
FOOT CARE in your home by certified foot care nurse. 40 years experience. Vets approved. Marg 250-954-8259.
HAUL AWAY Junk, washers & dryers, furniture, garden, yard waste & wood. Free Estimates. Call 250-240-1116.
HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, W/D, F/S, granite tiles, beautiful, 17-pce kitchen cupboards, jacuzzi. (250)753-0160
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CLEANING SERVICES
JUNK TO THE DUMP. Jobs Big or small, I haul it all! I recycle & donate to local charities. Sean 250-741-1159 or (250)667-1382.
CARLEEN’S CLEAN & Green Housecleaning with an eye for detail. Home (250)951-3535.
WAYNE’S HAUL-AWAY. Will haul away unwanted whatever. Bondable. 250-752-1639.
BUYDENS Computer Services
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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). WHITE CABINET, custom made, base 30� high, 8 feet long, top piece is 60� high. Asking $400 firm. Call (250)586-3339. 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
Call Kevin 250-240-7372
DRYWALL DRYWALL PAINTING Retextured ceilings. Call a pro, small jobs OK. 250-954-1859.
OCEANSIDE Lawn & Garden. Tree pruning, hedge shaping & trimming, gutters, & early spring garden clean-ups, powerwashing. (250)240-1116. WES-COAST YARDBIRDS. Gardens, Yard Clean-up, Hauling. Pressure Washing, Irrigation, Carpentry. Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444.
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BUSINESS MANAGER MARKET & CAFÉ (BAMFIELD, BC)
HUU-AY-AHT group of businesses Duties Reporting to the CEO, the qualified applicant will successfully manage the recently purchased Market & CafĂŠ in Bamfield, BC. The business manager must be a local resident or be willing to relocate to the Bamfield area. How to apply View the full job description on our website: http://hfndevelopmentlp.org/job-board/ Written submissions must be made by 4:00 pm, 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
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
LANDSCAPING
GARAGE SALES FRENCH CREEK, 1339 Gilley Cresc. March 8 (9-1). Moving sale. Info at 250-752-4741 or gardendelight@shaw.ca.
DON the HANDYMAN
No Job to BIG No Job to SMALL Home & Yard Care I will take care of your home and your yard like it is my own! Semi retired carpenter Phone 250-586-3330 Serving Oceanside since 1977 Islandflyfishing@gmail.com
Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Reno & Repair Specialist. 30 years of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB
Man with many years of experience in home renovations wish to relocate to mid island in the radius from Ladysmith to Port Alberni. Will renovate your home for tenancy. Ref’s avail. 250-240-8755
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
PAINTING 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.
PETS PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING in my home. Safe, loving environment. No cages. 7day to long term stay. Limited space. 250-740-5554
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE ANTIQUES/VINTAGE
APPLIANCES
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We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive beneĂ°ts package. If you believe that you have the skills and qualiĂ°cations, and want to experience the special West Coast lifestyle reply in conĂ°dence to: Human Resources Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com
GRINSHEEP FIBRE Productions. Felting, spinning, knitting & weaving supplies. Tues Sat., 1 - 5 or by appt. 250-2486306. grinsheep@gmail.com
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
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.
FUEL/FIREWOOD COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).
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. WOODSTOVE, GREAT condition, nice and clean. Located in Nanaimo (you must be able to pick up). $500 obo. Call (250)933-5223
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 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?
•Hedges •Trimming •Shrub Removal •Sea Soil/Mulch •Gutters Cleaned •Leaf Raking •Haul Away •Odd Jobs
Call Don at
250-752-2064 wolskidk2@gmail.com
REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS
250-240-4615 FAST, FRIENDLY, RELIABLE QUALITY WORK AT A FAIR PRICE.
“You name it ... we can do it.� Professional Home & Business Renovations & Improvements
Rick Wilson
EXPERIENCED CERTIFIED HORTICULTURIST
•Renovations/Additions/Repairs •Custom Bathrooms & Kitchens •Interior/Exterior Painting • Tiling & All Flooring •Window & Door Installations •Decks & Fences •Hardiplank & Vinyl Siding •General Contracting/Consulting
250738-0427
Dave: 250-954-8650
Lawn & Garden Maintenance Design/Installation
Free Estimates
Tree Services
Fencing
Hi-Rigger
T&R
TREE SERVICE
ISA Certified Arborists Tree Trimming Tree Removal Clean-up Arborists Reports
1-800-818-0840 www.hi-rigger.com hi-rigger@shaw.ca
Fence Installers 25 Yrs Exp
Specializing in Cedar Products
Quality Fences and Installation Services
Gates • Arbours Sheds • Repairs
All Products Build to Suit Tony Albanese 250.951.6289 t-albanese@hotmail.com
Gardening
Drywall
IC RIM PACIYFW DR ALL
NO JOB TOO SMALL!
FOR SALE BY OWNER
14 yrs. expereience. Free estimates.
A & PAINTING INC.
250-752-4655
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.
Specializing in cedar panels, farm fencing & chain link.
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QUALICUM BEACH440 Schley Place. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1150 sq.ft., top floor. Gas fireplace, elevator, N/S, 1 small pet allowed. $225,000. May consider lease/purchase. Phone 250-594-8097
BLAIR’S FENCING
Renovations
250927-1551
DOWNTOWN NANAIMO: 355 Stewart. Beautiful top floor, ocean view, 2bdrm, 2bath. 1100sq.ft.; vaulted ceilings, block to sea wall & Yacht Club. Complete reno, engineered maple flooring & tiles, granite countertops, new stainless appli’s, slate FP; 2 patios, and 2 underground prkg stalls. $249,900. (250)591-7572
Fencing
Gardening
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS PIANO (SHERLOCK Manning), $600. Beautiful condition. Located in Qualicum Beach. Call (250)752-5373.
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
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.
Lawn & Garden
YARD
HOBBIES & CRAFTS
POIRIER PAINTING: Residential / Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, WCB, Call Dan at #250240-3528.
ANTIQUE LAMPS, crystal, ceramic smalls, tables, framed prints, dressers. View daily 1pm-4pm. (250)754-3389.
NOW HIRING
QUALICUM BAY LIGHTHOUSE Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. March 9th from 8-12. • Pancake Breakfast & Flea Market. • Entertainment, small animal swap. • Tables $10. Rain or shine! Phone: 778.424.9900 or info@communityhall.ca
NEW AREA Rug red w/black & white, bought, $300, sell $150. 7’lx5w. (250)585-7744.
Contact Pauline at The Parksville Qualicum Beach News: 250-905-0012
MAINTENANCE
Offering PC Repair and Personal Tutoring From Nanoose to Deep Bay
The Sharp Design Landscaping Group- Call 250.248.3835
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.
SERVICE DIRECTORY
21 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE Insulation & Vapor Barrier, Sound Proofing, Drywall & Finishing, Paint & Ceiling Texture, Skylite Repair. 50% Labour Holdback Until First Prime @ 100%WILF Finish Guaranteed
250-248-3337 250-228-3481
BETTER LAWN & YARD CARE WE DELIVER!
Bark mulch, top soil, fish compost, etc. SPRING LAWN CARE Fertilization, aeration, lawn dethatching, lawn mowing.
Accepting new lawn customers. HOMEOWNERS: We have a trailer to rent for your small jobs.
Fully Licensed & Insured (work) 250-240-3459 (home) 250-586-8588
CONTRACTORS 1478 SQ.FT. RANCHER 6 years young. 3-bdrm, 2.5 bath. Double + attached garage, heat pump, 14x40 deck. Bowser/ Deep Bay area. $365,000. Call 250-757-8757.
$225,000. Great neighborhood two story home, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Completely renovated. See for details.: www.arrowsmithlistings.ca
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REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
FOR SALE BY OWNER
APARTMENT/CONDO
RV PADS
AUTO FINANCING
ERRINGTON- 1 bdrm. Private entry suite. $500/mo plus util. References req’d. Call: 250954-0191
SECURE YOUR Spacious RV pad on a nature park-like property near Parksville. $440./mo inclds utils - before the summer crunch. (250)927-5623.
MOILLIET MANOR COLLEGE HEIGHTS, Nanaimo. Beautiful ocean/city views. 4bdrms w/2bdrm suite. Owner will carry mortgage/reasonable down payment. Also LADYSMITH 3bdrm w/1bdrm suite, dble garage +1000 sq.ft. storage area. $25,000 down. 250753-0160
2 bdrm, storage room in suite, on bus route, clean, quiet, secure. heat/hot water included. $875/mo N/S, N/P. Call 250 248-9322 PARKSVILLE- 1 bdrm condo in Ocean Trails. 5 appliances. 12 month lease. NS/NP. $800. Avail April 1st .(250)752-3419.
COTTAGES
LADYSMITH: OCEAN view updated home on 6.5 acres. 3bdrm up, unfinished basement. Zoned R1. 5111 Brenton Page Road. $429,000. (250)245-8950
STAY AT Loren’s cottage, Parksville. May - Sept. or longterm. Mins to beach. N/S, N/P, $600./mo. (250)248-4902.
SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING HAWTHORNE PLACE 750 Memorial Ave. Qualicum Beach, BC 250-752-4217 Independent Retirement Living with Supportive Services
QUALICUMWATERFRONT newly reno’d, 1 bdrm cabin, fully furnished. Cable, internet, phone included. Available now to June 30. Refs. $595+ hydro. Call 250-724-3049 or 250-7301350.
“I have never been as happy as I have been these past three years living at Hawthorne Place�
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
“Such a wonderful family atmosphere�
PARKSVILLE 2-BDRM Duplex, centrally located. H/W floors, W/D. $1075. + utils. April 1st. Non-smoking, cat ok. Ref’s req’d. (250)954-3634.
MOBILE HOMES & PADS 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.
SEASONAL ACCOMMODATION
14’ WIDE 3 bdrm mobile in Whiskey Creek w/wood stove, on 5.5 shared acres. $750/mo. Refs req’d. (250)954-1355.
HOMES FOR RENT 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
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Members of a group called Supporters of Qualicum Beach Elementary School, Anne Skipsey, left, and Anna Sjoo are pictured here at a meeting last month.
“ A loving caring community� Two bedroom bright and spacious suite available now with a great service package and more... All at affordable monthly rates, convenient in-town location
SCHOOL CLOSURES
Passionate pleas ďŹ l here
Call Stacey Ryhorchuk today for a personal tour
Board chair says it’s still possible schools will remain open
250-752-4217
STORAGE MORE SPACE FOR LESS Storage Containers Currently available: 8’ x 20’ $105. + taxes. Open storage for RVs, cars, boats, trailers: $40. + taxes for first 20’ $2 each additional foot.
AUREN RUVINSKY
SUITES, LOWER
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.
RENT YOUR HOME! Owner & Tenant Management Services Nanoose to Bowser View current rentals On our website: www.remax-ďŹ rst-bc.ca 250-248-1071 1-888-243-1071 propmgmt@remax-ďŹ rstbc.ca Ron Limer Managing Broker Val Lambert Property Manager
101-897 W. Island Hwy Parksville, B.C., V9P 2E9
QUALICUM BEACH Ocean view 1600sqft built 2010. 2 bdrm 3 bath 3 levels walk to town beach. 20x12 shop carport, RV parking low maint high efficient home $485,000. Call 250-228-4623.
OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE MAR 9TH. 16748 85th Surrey, Gorgeous Fleetwood Home. 6 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,651 sq ft. Lot 6,069 sq ft. 18yrs old. A grand entrance with vaulted ceilings, and massive windows, Kitchen/family room are open concept. Family room shares a double fireplace with the den. Mountain view $649,999. For virtual tour: info@ barbraven.com Phone: 778-928-4524
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 10 mins from Qualicum
Recently re-decorated
1bdrm $450 NS/NP.
Available now
Call 1-250-594-3004 EMERALD ESTATES- 245 McVickers. Bright & sunny, spotless, 2 bed/2 bath patio home in secure seniors independent living complex. Close to all amenities. Wkly hskpng incl’d and an optional evening dining program is available. Single occupancy $1250. Double $1300. Ph. (250) 248-2143
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
OFFICE/RETAIL QUALICUM BEACH. Great private office space, Approx. 100 sq. ft. Ground floor, shared reception area. Avail. now. Call (250)240-4751 for more info & to view.
1 BDRM bachelor, French Creek. Single occupancy only. N/S, N/P, private ent. Inlc Util. & cable. Avail. immediately. $625/mo.unfurn. / $700/mo furn. Call 250-752-1259
NORTH NANAIMO: 1bdrm private suite. New floors and paint. Shared laundry. Secure, covered parking. FREE hydro, cable & wifi. N/S, No Partiers. $750/mo. 250-756-9746 PARKSVILLE- NEW bright 1 bdrm, grnd floor. Inclds hydro, internet, laundry. NS/NP, Refs. Mar 1. $675. 1-(250)999-3513.
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.
1998 CAMRY- excellent maintenance, records available, new tires and winter tires. Great gas mileage. Suitable for Student or great 2nd car. $2500. (250)586-4716. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
EAGLECREST batchelor suite rancher. Separate entry $650/mo. plus hydro. Contact Richard 250-248-7777
1993 CLASS A WINNEBAGO 23’ Excellent condition. Must be sold. Call 250-752-6484.
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.
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
TRANSPORTATION
RECREATION
RV RESORT ON THE LAKE
1997 MAZDA, 7 passenger 4wd automatic. 298,000 km. 4 snow tires on rims, well maintained, runs well, back up camera. Good work horse. Asking $1900. Phone 250-752-2249
TRUCKS & VANS
Spots available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly, monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking, fishing, Pickle Ball Court. Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area. www.resortonthelake.com 250-754-1975 or
2000 FORD EXPLORER XL, under 190,000k, new battery, runs good, clean, good tires. $2950 obo. View at: 413 Selby Nanaimo. (250)618-6800
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SMALL DETACHED office is available, located in an Industrial Park. Ample parking & storage. $475. 250-716-6797.
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for people to say whatever they wanted. Paper was also available for people to write comments that were addressed later in the meeting. Skipsey said she spoke about the need for the trustees to listen to the public and remain open to the ideas. She said a lot of people were enthusiastic about the idea of the community school model helping to save the school. “I understand the passion, the anger, the frustration,� said Kershaw who pointed out that “four of five of us (trustees) where there three years ago trying to save (Kwalikum Secondary).� She said there were a lot of good detailed questions about the numbers that she felt they were able to clear up. She repeated that the trustees haven’t made any decisions. They are listening to the public and it is still theoretically possible to save schools if they can come up with a realistic business plan. Trustees have now held meetings at QBES, Winchelsea and French Creek Community School with meetings scheduled at Parksville Elementary (7 p.m. Wed., March 12), Qualicum Beach Middle School (7 p.m., Mon., March 10) and Springwood Middle School (7 p.m. Wed., April 16). Check www.sd69.bc.ca for more on the ‘facilities review’ and SaveQBES.com for more on the group of supporters.
Though there was passion and a lot of constructive feedback at a meeting at Qualicum Beach Elementary School Monday as part of the district’s 90-day consultation period on possible school closures. Lynette Kershaw, chair of the Board of Education of School District 69 (Qualicum) said that while the board planned extensive consultation, “we hadn’t originally planned meetings at the four schools slated for closure.� The QBES meeting was added recently and drew enough people to fill the school gym with little official promotion, said Anne Skipsey, a member of Supporters of QBES. The board started the consultation period at the end of January in anticipation of making decisions based on a facilities review which recommends a K-7 and grade 8-12 education model and the closure of four elementary schools: Qualicum Beach, Parksville, Winchelsea and French Creek to help cover a growing operational deficit. Skipsey said she was pleased with the meeting and the open format, which included a brief introduction and background from the trustees and then a lot of time
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DO YOU HAVE LOCAL SPORTS NEWS? Contact: Tyson Taylor, Sports Reporter Email: sports@pqbnews.com Phone: 250-951-3809
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MOUNTAIN BIKING
Berrecloth back at it after surgery
Local mountain bike legend ‘Bearclaw’ is looking forward to busy season and expansion T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com
Darren Berrecloth, known as one of the best freestyle mountain bikers, has begun his trek on the road to recovery from a season–ending injury in 2013. The man known as ‘Bearclaw’ is in Bend, Oregon, recovering from an injury he sustained last year during his own event, The Bearclaw Invitational. Berrecloth compressed a vertebra in his spine in a spill which kept him out of the Red Bull Rampage. With his future in jeopardy, he chose surgery for the injury which was similar to one six years earlier. “I tried to rehab it naturally and things weren’t getting any better,” he said. “I ended up getting an MRI done and I was in worse shape than I had been in three months earlier, after the initial injury, so we knew that something wasn’t right. I ended up going to California for the surgery on January 15 and they did an S1 micro discectomy. It’s a microscopic surgery and they were able to remove the bulge that was pushing into the nerves in
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Darren Berrecloth will be looking to go big once he returns to action following his extensive and intense rehab from back surgery earlier this year.
my spinal canal.” With surgery six weeks in the rear view mirror, Bearclaw is getting back into shape to prepare for the upcoming Red Bull Rampage season. The first event is slated for July in Les Deux Alpes, France, which Bearclaw is eyeing for his return. “They’ve changed it up this year and
now the format has five diamond events. Basically it takes the best of the best and gives us our own category. The Bearclaw Invitational is going to be a diamond event this year too, so more points will be up for grabs there this year as well.” The Bearclaw Invitational will be the third stop of the five diamond events for
the Freeride Mountain Bike World Tour and will take place August 23 and 24 on Mount Washington. Berrecloth is also looking to expand to another event on the mainland, on Mount Seymour, before the Bearclaw Invitational. “It’s still a work in progress. The dates haven’t been set yet but I’m trying to finalize a few details with Parks B.C., so there’s still a bit of work left to go there. It’s going to be the same format as the Bearclaw Invitational and I’m hoping we can have it the week before we head over to the Island.” With the preparation for the Bearclaw Invitational and rehabbing for the start of the FMB Diamond Series, Berrecloth will be busy for the 2014 season. “It’s going to be a busy year for sure. With building the course up at Seymour and tweaking a couple little things for the Bearclaw on Mount Washington, I’m gonna be pretty spread out,” Berrecloth said. “I’m just ready to get going and work hard with this rehab so I can get back on the bike and rip it up.”
TAEKWONDO
Top 16 finish against world class opponents T YSON TAYLOR
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Emily Swann has returned from the 2014 U.S. Open Taekwondo Championships in Las Vegas with some experience and a better showing than expected. The 16-year-old Swann from Qualicum Beach, a third degree black belt, took part in her first international competition in the junior lightweight division. There were over 2,000 participants at the Las Vegas Hotel from around the world and Swann fheld her own quite well and finished in the top 16 in her division according to coach Brett Fee.
“There were over 30 girls in her division alone at this tournament and to have them all coming for this tournament from around the world meant she was going to face some tough opponents,” Fee said. “It’s not that often that someone can come in to an event like this and win in their first ever international fight. Typically, you don’t usually get a win in that first ever international match, so to see Emily have that happen was a really good accomplishment for her.” Swann, who’s been in taekwondo since the age of six,
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not only in that match but the whole time she was there,” Fee said. “The top 16 finish was great and it really was a better result than both of us were expecting. She’s got what it takes to take it to the next level and I think this tournament really showed that to her.” Swann is now gearing up for nationals in Montreal over the May long weekend. It will see each province competing against one another and will be another good test for Swann to see where she ranks nationally.
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go to a tournament like this and take it all in.” In her second fight of the tournament, Swann was up against a tough opponent from Norway. Her Norwegian opponent was very experienced compared to Swann and it showed. A close fight in the first round, Swann never backed down in rounds two and three but couldn’t match the strength and experience of her opponent, who wound up winning the fight. “Emily never backed down that whole fight and I was very proud of the effort she showed,
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came out aggressively in her first match against an opponent from Texas and never let up the entire fight. The score was 7-7 up until the end of the second round, which was when Swann took over. Swann landed a couple of nice spinning hook kicks to the head and won 12-8. “It was a little nerve racking but I had a lot of fun,” Swann said. “I was really excited for my first fight and super excited that I was able to land some head shots in the fight. It was a good experience all around and I’m really happy with being able to
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Marco “Machete” Viedas is going back to fighting at 135 pounds on March 29. Viedas was scheduled to fight at a catch-weight for his next fight but decided to choose the later fight in the bantamweight category. Slated to take place in Coquitlam at the Hard Rock Casino, Viedas (2-0) will meet Josh Chow (0-0). “I don’t really know that much about him but from what we’ve seen on the Internet, he’s going to be my toughest fight yet,” Viedas said. “He’s pretty ripped and looks like a big guy for 135 so it’s going to be a test. I do know he’s fighting out of the same gym as my last opponent though, so that means they’re going to know a little more about me than I will about them.” Machete finished his last fight with a TKO and will be looking to do the same thing this time around at Battlefield Fight League 29. Viedas has been working on his mixed martial arts (MMA) three times a day, three times a week. With his training ramping up ahead of the big fight. He’s expecting to be ready for this fight and the challenge it could bring. “I’ve been training with Graham Spencer Serving Parksville & Qualicum Beach Region
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Six local girls were on the soccer pitch last weekend in the Vancouver Island Premier League, helping guide the U15 and U16 girls’ teams to the number one and number two seeds heading into their respective playoffs. The U15 Storm finished as the number one seed in the five team VIPL league. After a first round bye, the Storm played and defeated Gorge (Saanich) on their home turf. The Storm had to play there as their home fields (Nanaimo and Ladysmith) were closed due to the snow. Maya Gayton, from Qualicum Beach, was a standout on defense as she has been all year. Alex Shaw, also from Qualicum Beach, controlled the ball through the centre midfield while outside mid-field, Kate Reynolds, from Parksville, made several dangerous runs down the outside and Kaitlyn Lee, also from Parksville, helped set up
two Storm goals and played well upfront. This weekend the Storm take on the defending VIPL champs and this year’s number three seed, the Riptide, from Courtney/Comox. The game isn’t scheduled yet due to the weather. The U16 Storm girls’ squad also advanced to the final this week as they beat the number three seed Riptide 2-0 and will take on the number one seed Saanich Fusion. They have played the Fusion four times this year and have beaten them once. Local players Grace Yacobowski and Larissa Stefanek , from Qualicum Beach, anchor the defense for the U16 Riptide with Stefanek playing centre defense and Yacobowski in goal. Their game is also waiting a start time. A win for both teams this weekend means both a trip to provincials and an automatic entry in the quarter final in the B.C. Coastal Cup.
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