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AFTER SCHOOL CLOSURES . . .

Budget balanced Teachers’ rep not happy she didn’t get a copy AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com

School District 69’s board of trustees got their first look at the proposed budget for next year, two weeks after the announcement of the closure of four schools. “This has been as unusual a year as you can imagine, with as much uncertainty as you could ever imagine,” summed up superintendent Rollie Koop after he and staff had gone through a few dozen overhead slides touching on hundreds of individual items and categories in the 2014/15 preliminary budget. With their operating revenue expected to be down about $1.3 million next year, including $235,000 less from the main provincial grant, staff managed to present the provincially required balanced budget at just over $48 million. Revenue for the largest category, called “function 1,” covering education programs, is projected to be down $878,000, despite the unknown effects of ongoing teacher contract negotiations at the provincial level. And that is accounting for the projected $919,000 deficit at the end of the current school year. Though there will be one time costs to closing the schools and moving students into different schools, the projected budget shows savings of $1.15 million including $540,000 in administrative salaries and benefits. Despite the size of the budget, staff is working through the fine details for savings and finding some in areas like combining phone and fax lines to save $2,300 a year, or cutting their $10,000 snow removal budget in half.

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ALL HAIL THE MARKET OPENING: Qualicum Beach town crier Len Mustard and his partner Marie added some flair to the official opening of the Qualicum Beach Farmers’ Market last weekend. It’s now market season in Parksville Qualicum Beach, and for a story about all the area’s markets, please see page A5.

PACKED PUBLIC HEARING IN NANOOSE BAY ON MONDAY NIGHT

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There was a recurring theme in the words of speakers at a standing-roomonly public hearing in Nanoose Bay Monday night regarding Fairwinds developments that could almost double the population of the community in the next 20 years: get on with it.

Of the 30 members of the public who took to the microphone at the hearing, 29 spoke in favour of the bylaws that could pave the way for more than 2,000 homes, trails, parks, retail shops and other amenities around Schooner Cove and what’s called the Lakes District. The Regional District of Nanaimo’s board of directors is expected to con-

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Rangers, others on patrol this weekend

The provincial government says B.C.’s natural resource officers, park rangers and conservation officers will be busy over the Victoria Day long weekend “helping residents and visitors enjoy a safe and peaceful holiday.” Provincial officials step up their patrols in May every year, especially on holiday long weekends, according to a news release from the province. Natural resource officers, conservation officers and the RCMP will be patrolling Crown land, waterways and recreation sites to protect the environment and ensure public safety. Officials will enforce forest recreation regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all campers at recreation sites. Park rangers will be patrolling B.C. Parks and enforcing the park, conservancy and recreation area regulations to enhance public safety and protect sensitive ecosystems, while conservation officers will enforce environment, fish and wildlife regulations. — NEWS Staff/Gov’t of B.C. news release

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EMERGENCY PREP: Frank Gibbons, with the Oceanside Emergency Communication Team, was on hand at the Qualicum Beach emergency preparation event last Friday with municipal and regional governments and other local emergency services working together as part of National Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4-10). Gibbons sent an e-mail to The NEWS through a ham radio, routed through stations on Texada Island and in Germany. The scattered infrastructure means it is unlikely to be stopped by a disaster.

TREE CLEARING ON BANKS OF LITTLE QUALICUM RIVER

Town worried about its wells Qualicum Beach wants to be part of the discussions LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com

Qualicum Beach wants to be involved in the conversation that other government agencies are having about a private property that hugs the bank of the Little Qualicum River. At a town council meeting Monday night, Coun. Dave Willie asked town staff whether the town has been in the loop as to what was taking place (the removal of trees and vegetation) at 1042 Centre Crescent, a property that is within the Regional District of Nanaimo and borders Qualicum Beach. “A lot of neighbours have been calling me and director (Joe) Stanhope has been down

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THURSDAY SPOTLIGHT: People, places and issues of the Parksville/Qualicum Beach region

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Street markets of the summer From fresh fruit to handcrafted artisan soap, tourists and residents alike will have access to a variety of different markets this season, creating a vibrant sense of community in Parksville Qualicum Beach CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com

CRAIG STREET MARKET Formally known as the Summer by the Sea Street Market, the Craig Street Market takes over the strip along Craig Street every Tuesday evening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. “Initially this market was set up to attract people to the downtown core,” explained Kim Burden, executive director of the Parksville and District Chamber of Commerce. “Since then it has grown tremendously — we have about 100 to 150 vendors depending on the night.” Burden said he enjoys watching economic development flourish by way of the market. “Several businesses who started at the There’s a little market now bit of everything have their own DONNA ANDRES storefront,” he said. The Craig Street market kicks off June 17 running until August 26 each Tuesday night of the week with the exception of July 1. For more information contact the Parksville and District Chamber of Commerce at 250-248-3613. QUALICUM BEACH ARTISAN MARKET The Qualicum Beach Artisans Market features “anything that has an art to it,” according to organizer Dee Aguilar. “This market was the brainchild of my husband and I because we saw a need in the community,” she said. “I’ve spent many years at farmers markets where people mostly go to socialize and buy food — not to look at art.” So six years ago Aguilar started the Qualicum Beach Artisan Market. Aguilar said the market usually sees 20 to 40 exhibitions per night; additionally, it boasts a symbiotic partnership with TOSH who stays open alongside the market’s hours. The Qualicum Beach Artisans Market is hosted on Friday evenings from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. outside TOSH. It is slated to start June 27 and continue for 10 weeks. For more information contact Dee Aguilar at deeaguilar@shaw.ca.

PARTY ON THE DRIVE Party on The Drive is an annual halfday festival along Resort Drive. “It has become huge,” said organizer Carrie Powell-Davidson, noting the event first launched just three years ago in an effort to promote the sense of community and culture nestled along resort drive. Powell-Davidson said there will be a variety of activities going on throughout the day from painting and photography to pottery and glasswork; she also promised other activities such as bouncy castles and a mechanical bull. This year, Party on The Drive is slated for Sept. 7. For more information or to become a vendor contact Carrie Powell-Davidson at 250-954-3758 or e-mail info@resort-drive-events.ca. PARKSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET A new market deemed the Parksville Farmers’ Market may soon be coming to the Parksville Museum on Friday nights from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. if everything goes as planned. Four weeks ago vice-president of the Parksville Historical Society David Haynes pitched the idea of bringing a market to the museum — the idea, Haynes said, has been met with an overwhelmingly positive response. “It seems to have avalanched all on its own,” he said. While Haynes noted there are still “various levels of government to go through,” he hopes to see the market open July 1. For more information contact 250-248-6966. ERRINGTON FARMERS’ MARKET The Errington Farmers’ Market is one of the longest running farmers’ markets on Vancouver Island, according to a news release posted on their webpage. The 41-year-old market offers local produce, baked goods, arts and crafts in a woodsy friendly atmosphere. It is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday of the summer from May 3 to September 27. It also features live music on the outdoor community stage. The market is located at 1390 Errington Road. For more information call 250-586-0099.

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“There’s a little bit of everything,” she said. The Orange Bridge market is located at 716 East Island Highway. For more information contact Donna Andres at 250-586-3800. QUALICUM BEACH UPTOWN MARKET Running along Second Avenue the Qualicum Beach Uptown Market starts July 3 and runs every Thursday for nine weeks until August 29. The market is open from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. with many retailers open late to coincide with the market. Coordinator Sherry Verdec said the market has been so successful they are trying to expand their reaches a few more blocks. “We have about 30 to 40 vendors and we’re looking for more,” said Verdec, noting the market is looking to maintain it’s “European flavour” of smaller scale, handcrafted art, crafts and food exhibitions. The QBUM will also feature live music and entertainment every Thursday night. For more information contact Sherry Verdec at 250-757-8279.

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Porteous said every year 166 Canadians succumb to drowning — 88 per cent of whom are not wearing a lifejacket, or do not have their lifejacket properly secured. “It is very important to wear a PFD,” she said, noting the national public awareness day is focussed on raising safety standards. Porteous said Ravensong Aquatic

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REGIONAL DISTRICT OF NANAIMO BOARD MEETING TUESDAY NIGHT

RDN hears Qualicum complaints Resident wanted RDN board to hear about 3-2 split on Qualicum council CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com

A disgruntled Qualicum Beach resident took his frustrations to the RDN last Tuesday night calling the town “polarized” as a result of council’s makeup. “The 3-2 voting pattern of council has spread into the community and polarized residents,” Lance Nater told the RDN board at the committee of the whole meeting. “It doesn’t appear (Qual-

icum Beach town) council icum Beach town council wants input from the pub- that would see the town’s lic,” said Nater. “I realize the growth containment boundissues of polarization and ary aligned with the town’s mistrust are municipal not, and boundary. The 3-2 voting pattern of should not, council has spread into the “On this be of con- community and polarized and other residents cern to the issues counLANCE NATER board, howcil has taken ever, it is of to minimizvalue to aping public preciate the atmosphere in input and ignoring public our town.” comments,” claimed Nater. Nater said there is “a real Qualicum Beach Coun. sense of hidden agendas Dave Willie is the town’s repand lack of transparency” in resentative on the regional Qualicum Beach. district board and he was the He went on to voice his only director who respondconcern about a motion ed to Nater’s comments at currentkly in front of Qual- Tuesday night’s meeting.

Willie said he couldn’t help but take offense from Nater’s allegations. Willie said he found it “incomprehensible” to argue with a fair democratic process and election where people have the opportunity to see what candidates are all about. “What is it about the democratic process that you seem to constantly bring up?” Willie asked. Nater said public consultation is a widespread issue in Qualicum Beach and that it seems “as if councillors are under the belief that they are elected to know best when really they are elected to represent the public.”

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Fire hall bids coming CONTINUED FROM PAGE A7

Changes to the Fisheries Act may have confused matters

isn’t with regard to removal of vegetation in riparian areas. “We’d hate to see a precedent set, now that regulations have changed, people could (poA motion brought forward by Willie passed tentially) just do whatever they want. The Little unanimously to write letters to the appropriate Qualicum River is a famous salmon river — we authorities expressing the town’s concerns and can’t let it be put at risk.” requesting to be involved in future conversaShe said she hopes massive replanting will tions around the issue. take place at the site. Jeremy Holm, current planning manager at Attempts to reach the developer by press the Regional District of Nanaitime were unsuccessful. mo, said there are a number of Smith also mentioned that The Little Qualicum River is a famous salmon river government agencies currentthe Salmon Enhancement and — we can’t let it be ly looking at the site, including Habitat Advisory Board (SEput at risk Fisheries and Oceans Canada HAB) from North Vancouver FAYE SMITH as well as Forest, Lands and will be holding an information Natural Resource Operations meeting regrading last year’s (the provincial agency that look changes to the Fisheries Act at after riparian area regulations). the Parksville Community and The agencies are still in the investigative Conference Centre on Friday, May 30 at 7 p.m. stages regarding the vegetation removal near The public is welcome. RSVP to info@SEHAB.org. the river, Holm said, and the RDN will coordiIn other news from council’s meeting Monnate with the others authorities to determine day night: what development permit areas apply and • Five prequalified contractors have been sewhat remedial measures, if any, are required. lected to put forward a bid for the construction Faye Smith with the Qualicum Beach of the new fire hall. The plan is to have a closing Streamkeepers Society said she and others date for the tenders in early June, and a report have concerns about the activity happening at to council could happen as early as June 23, the site. She said trees and shrubs holding the said Luke Sales, director of planning. bank back and protecting the water from ero• The QF Qualicum Beach Triathlon is taksion have all been removed, except for a few ing place June 22 and registration is almost alder trees. full, with nearly 400 participants signed up. For She said changes to the Fisheries Act have more information on this all ages event visit made it confusing as to what is allowed and www.qualicumbeachtriathlon.com.

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Veenhof said he worried that without some form of monetary compensation the RDN will miss out on a younger demographic of potentially “useful” directors. The statement of financial information (SOFI) issued by the RDN confirmed board directors receive $18,440 annually. Parksville city councillor Marc Lefebvre said he was concerned about the word “reasonable childcare” in that it leaves the door open to interpretation. “What is reasonable in terms of childcare?” Lefebvre asked. The youngest director on the RDN board, Nanaimo councillor George Anderson, 24,

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here’s no way to manufacture anything mixed about the message Monday night in Nanoose Bay. Approximately 300 people showed up for a public hearing regarding bylaws that would move forward a massive expansion of Nanoose though development on lands owned by Fairwinds near Schooner Cove and the Lakes District. Thirty people took the microphone to speak at the public hearing; 29 of them spoke in glowing terms about what the developments will do for their community. What’s more, they urged both the regional district and provincial government to provide approvals as expeditiously as possible for a project that’s been talked about for most of the last decade. The people have had their say. Perhaps most importantly, Nanoose First Nations’ concerns have been respected and Chief David Bob has expressed his people’s support for the project. The unification of the people, especially when it wasn’t in opposition to something, seemed odd for a public hearing. When we walked into a room of 300 people who were there to talk about a major development, the last thing we would have suspected is uniform thinking. But there was the message for both the directors of the regional district and the provincial government: get on with it. There is a good argument that the system used for passing municipal bylaws is flawed. By the time proposals reach the public hearing stage, the opportunity for questioning elected officials on their view of the plan is over. There is no back and forth at a public hearing, no chance to put the feet of politicians to the fire. However, there are many weeks before a bylaw gets to the public hearing stage where the public can quiz politicians and staff and make their case. And just because a politician doesn’t agree with a certain point of view in the end, it doesn’t mean he/she hasn’t listened. There is, however, not much ambiguity in the Fairwinds case. The public wants regional district directors to move this forward and they want MLA Michelle Stilwell to help push it through the bureaucracy with reasonable speed. Perhaps within three years, a Nanoose Bay senior citizen will be able to walk a short distance to get a few groceries before enjoying a glass of wine or cup of tea on a pub deck facing Georgia Strait, all near his/her reasonably-sized, properly-supported home. Ah, aging in place sounds civilized, does it not? — Editorial by John Harding

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Letters THE SINGING PM Canadians know how ruthless their Prime Minister Stephen Harper can be in protecting his turf, and for using his Conservative Party’s substantial war chest to shoot down political opponents with pre-emptive strikes. Just ask Liberal Party Leaders Stephane Dion, Michael Ignatieff and now Justin Trudeau, all of whom have felt the withering wrath of negative advertisements being relentlessly fired in their direction, long in advance of an election campaign. Along with the prime minister’s penchant for early attacks on his competition, he also has a weakness for singing Beatles songs, including quite tone-deaf renditions of Hey Jude, but it looks as if things may have gone a step farther this time. Just Google “Polish Prime Minister Sings Hey Jude” to access a short video of Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk sitting at his desk warbling the Beatles classic as part of a party political broadcast; his exuberant rendition has gone viral. Simultaneously, Harper sent six CF-18 fighter jets to Poland under the pretext of joining a NATO force supporting the Ukraine in their ongoing crisis. However, Beatles aficionados remember these words from Hey Jude: “For well you know that it’s a fool who plays it cool, by making his world a little colder,” and believe they know the real reason for the Canadian fighter jet deployment. BERNIE SMITH Parksville

THE CUTS HURT Re: ‘Shortage of palliative care beds,’ The NEWS, May 8. One bed for the entire Oceanside area is a disgrace, but not surprising to me. Nor is the loss of a nurse at the chemo unit in Nanaimo. I understand the priorities of the

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neo-Con/Lib governments, nationally and provincially. Those governments are ideologically opposed to our national healthcare system and much prefer the American system of for-profit health care, although that system is much more expensive (and less effective than ours, for the vast majority of Americans), as evidenced by their child mortality rate and longevity compared to other developed nations. Just last year $3.1 billion dollars that was supposed to have been spent for anti-terrorism totally disappeared and can’t be accounted for. The national debt has increased by one third under Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s governments. Meanwhile, the Harper government will be cutting $3.6 billion per year for the next 10 years from health-care transfers to the provinces. And yet we keep hearing the mantra for lower taxes on corporations even though corporate taxes in this country are the lowest in the G8. (according the Huffington Post article ‘Flaherty’s Legacy,’ April 15.) Sadly, many Canadians have been brainwashed into accepting the inevitability of privatized health care. Some think that for-profit healthcare will actually shorten wait times for public health care. They don’t realize that with the same number of surgeons available, those who can afford the extra expense can jump to the front of the line thereby increasing the wait times for the less fortunate. This is not what Tommy Douglas intended and warned would happen if we weren’t ever vigilant. It’s all a matter of priorities. JAMES PATERSON Parksville

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buildings?, May 6). But wait, hold on. Let go of the capitalist agenda and look to what good can be done for the citizens. Let us maintain the vacated schools, repurpose and diversify, for when they will be needed again, by having yearly leases. Parksville’s population will reach 25,000 to quote Mayor Chris Burger, what then? With modest, reversible renovations all of the redundant schools could house business interests and rent paying non-profits. The gymnasiums could be occupied 16/7 with recreational pursuits that governments are always promoting. The land could be fenced off and plotted out for fee paying landless residents and struggling families to grow food. The existing community garden is full. The Woodwinds school program could easily relocate to Parksville Elementary. And we are already talking about the homeless, so let’s actually do something, as in other Canadian cities, instead of using some $56,000 grant to study their plight. It was interesting to see Qualicum Beach outdistancing Parksville in their effort to save their school. Ratepayers in other cities have fought and saved their schools from the wrecking ball, one for 45 years. Hospitals engage in lotteries for expensive equipment, why not our educational facilities? Or ask for some of the $1 billion they dole out! Could teachers and superintendents take a pay cut? The salmon spawn cycle is four years, they return. Has anyone done a projection on our birth rate and also the potential for child bearing families moving into the many housing developments going on at present? GORD BYERS Parksville

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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 69 (QUALICUM) 2014/15 PRELIMINARY OPERATING BUDGET DEVELOPMENT The Board of Education of School District No. 69 (Qualicum) has scheduled the following Budget meetings to develop the 2014-15 Preliminary Operating Budget and invites members of the staff and public to attend. May 13, 2014 The Forum – Parksville Civic & Technology Centre To review draft budgets.

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With planning for the next school year already underway, Koop asked for and got a motion allowing staff to go ahead with staffing decisions now, well before the budget is completed in June. He assured trustees “the budget is simply a plan that we adjust along the way.” He stressed that this is the very first step of the budget process and things could change based on trustee priorities, consultation with partner groups and as more specific numbers come in. “By our accounts thats a good news story,” Koop said. “This is a first run at things and I think a comfortable one (that)… gives you room to work on a go forward basis.” Koop said that the school closures, which he called “right-sizing” was a key first step, but they are continuing to look for further efficiencies. Mount Arrowsmith Teachers’ Association president Debbie Morran expressed frustration over the fact members of the public did not get

copies of the budget to follow along as details were discussed, saying that has been standard practice in the past. Koop said they didn’t plan to distribute copies that day because they had been working on the budget right up to that afternoon and it was so fresh. “That really isn’t adequate at all,” Morran said. “We’re partners in this venture and for us to potentially have to wait till the next meeting to have the document in its entirety, to be able to provide information to trustees in terms of feedback is not adequate.” Koop agreed to try and get the document on the district website (www.sd69.bc.ca) as soon as possible. The board has special budget, or regular board meetings scheduled for the next three Tuesday’s in a row at 7 p.m. in the Parksville Civic and Technology Centre.

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Nanoose First Nation Chief David Bob was one of the first speakers to the microphone Monday night. He expressed his support for the development after agreements were reached with Fairwinds for the protection of The Notch and surrounding lands at the high point of the Lakes District portion of the plan. “We have been put on a reserve but we have never given up our traditional way of life and The Notch is part of that,” said Bob. “When I spoke with our elders, they told me to do whatever I could to save it. We’re not against development but we have to look after our sacred places.” Many of the residents who spoke Monday night acknowledged the work of Bob and the developer to get to this point. Some of them also voiced frustration at how long it has taken. “It’s now time to stop consulting and start building,” said Doug Paterson, who noted there has been 94 meetings with stakeholders in the last three years of this process that started in 2006. “I want to see the RDN approve this and move ahead,” said Ross Griffiths. Randy Dunville said he has built three homes in Nanoose Bay and he welcomes the return of quality tradespeople this development may bring. “With the certainty of big construction will come the smaller construction, the building of homes,” he said, adding that he has watched many local people in the home-building trades leave the area for Alberta and other locations due to a lack of work here in recent years. “These are tradesmen with strong ties to this area but they need to follow the money,” said Dunville. David Patterson, the president of the Fairwinds Community Association, also expressed his support for the development. “The development of Schooner Cove will only enhance the feeling of community,” said Patterson. “Support for this development has been unwavering.” Other speakers urged both the RDN and the provincial government to move this “expeditiously.” One person even offered some advice for the local MLA. “If Michelle Stilwell was here I would encourage her to move this through the province’s bureaucracy as fast as she could,” said Joe Straka. After the meeting, Russell Tibbles of Bental Kennedy (the firm managing the development for Fairwinds) said a best-case scenario could see the pub/ restaurant/retail and some portion of the housing on the Schooner Cove part of the plan being opened in less than three years. “From the point that the bylaws are

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Russell Tibbles, the vice-president of development and operations for Bentall Kennedy (the company managing Fairwinds developments), speaks to a packed house at Nanoose Place on Monday night.

finally approved it’s probably about a home and how that would affect her wayear’s worth of pre-development work terfront access. “I do understand the until construction can We have been put on a discussions are ongobegin, then construction reserve but we have never ing,” said Glory Gray. would take 18-24 months, given up our traditional The four bylaws resomething in that range,” way of life and The Notch gional district direcsaid Tibbles. is part of that tors will consider for The one person who CHIEF DAVID BOB third reading on May didn’t speak glowingly 27 are: about the plan like others • a bylaw changing did on Monday night said she was excited about the project on the zoning to allow up to 1,675 units of reswhole, but still had concerns about ease- idential development in the Lakes Disment issues surrounding the proposed trict, including single-family residential, boardwalk near her Outrigger Road duplexes, mixed-use residential, parks

and trails. • a bylaw changing zoning to allow the development of a mixed use waterfront village at Schooner Cove with commercial shops and services, a marina, seniors’ housing, a waterfront boardwalk and up to 300 multiple dwelling residences. • a bylaw to amend the subdivision servicing standards for community water and sewer. All of the new homes and businesses will be hooked up to community water and sewer. • a bylaw authorizing a phased approach to the development (up to 20 years).

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Embracing the unchangeable Over the last few months, I have had several ing kids in their world” through our school’s individuals and groups ask, “what will we do if programs, time spent with volunteer leaders, schools are closed?” or “what will YoungLife do our YoungLife club on Wednesday night and our if middle schools don't exist?” camping programs. A valid question, for sure. YoungLife in QualAs team leader, I am proud of our leadericum Beach has enjoyed working, predominate- ship team, our people are what makes our work ly, with middle school students over the last few with students so great. However, our leadership years and we face big changes in our work when team is constantly changing and, as our founder Grade 6-8 students will be split between ele- said, “The best YoungLife work is yet to be done.” mentary and high schools in our district. We need to embrace the challenge of Change happens all the time: change. I am excited that many local churches People grow older, move away or pass away. and organizations support our work and we are It's hard to watch but we often have relation- able to offer programs for students, engage in reships with people and then all of a sudden we are lationship with them through their schools years no longer in a relationship. Just last week, I was and beyond, as well as sharing an unchangeable texting a student that just moved to truth with them. our district in September, to invite Why am I not concerned that we them to an event, and found out will experience significant changes that they had moved from Deep in our school district over the comBay to Courtenay, all within a week- By Doulas Lochhead ing years? We believe that some end. We invest time and energy in things are unchangeable in life: relationships and it can be chal“Jesus Christ is the same yeslenging to always be doing this, but terday and today and forever.” Hewe were designed to be friends with brews 13:8. others. Each of our volunteer leaders has Organizations have to make a strong faith in Jesus Christ and we changes in what they offer, they have try to share that with all those we inchanges in leadership or purpose, teract with, in our actions and in our or they no longer have the resources to function as words and through the ministry of YoungLife. have done in the past. In the business world, “change management” Recently, we heard that four schools in the is practised by big corporations right down to heart of our communities will be closed and family-owned businesses. We need help when our district will return to a K-7 and 8-12 sys- things change in our lives. Change can be diftem. There are things outside of our control in ficult, it can be hard to comprehend but if you life which can be challenging to accept. have a clear purpose and trust in something We are no longer able to do what we used to that is unchanging then I would like to suggest be able to. that change can be embraced with excitement At some point, I know I'll no longer be able to rather than fear. clean my own gutters or chop firewood. I'll need Is the centre of our life grounded in someto ask others to help. That can be hard. I can pro- thing that is unchangeable to help us through long my abilities but at some point, others will the constant change we face? do what I have always been able to do myself. Douglas Lochhead is team leader with Young•YoungLife is close to celebrating it's 10th an- Life in Qualicum Beach and a Firefighter with the niversary in Qualicum Beach...10 years of “lov- Town of Qualicum Beach.

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7-9pm, Grand Hotel, Nanaimo. Tickets/$30. “Both Sides of the Camera,”Rita, 250-951-2263.

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FRI. MAY 16 SOUL DANCE 7:30-9-pm, 675 Fir St. QB. 19+/$10 advance $12 door. Teresah, 250-634-8258, teresahlynn24@gmail.com

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Eaglecrest Garden Club meeting welcomes Des Kennedy from Denman Island. Members/free, non-members/$5. 6pm/doors, 7pm/lecture. QBCC—747 Jones St. Qualicum Beach. Sam Markham, 604-8832730, samm@harbourpublishing.com, Eaglecrest Garden Club, 250-586-6129

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8:30-11:30am, Qualicum Beach Legion every Sat. to Sept. 27th, 180 Veterans Way.

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COUTURE, SYLVIE Sylvie Couture, 56, of Parksville, B.C. and Sherbrooke, Quebec, died Thursday, May 8th, 2014. She will be lovingly remembered by her many friends, family, and co-workers. Sylvie was born in Sherbrooke, Quebec, and moved to the Parksville area in 1980. Sylvie will be remembered for the Rainbow DayCare in Errington, the Donut Shop in Qualicum Beach, and as a long time employee of the School District, especially at Springwood Middle School, and for her work as CUPE president. Sylvie loved working with students, parents and staff. She was passionate about Social Justice issues. Sylvie returned to Sherbrooke in 2012 to be closer to her many siblings following the devasting diagnosis of very early onset Alzheimerâ€™s. Sylvie is survived by her son Alex, of Vancouver, her eight siblings, and many nieces and nephews. We are especially thankful for the care she received from her sister HĂŠlĂ¨ne and family and also sister Christine, Teddy, and brother Michel who were nearby and often with Sylvie. We also extend heartfelt thanks to Madame MariĂŠ for her time with Sylvie. Her care and compassion improved Sylvieâ€™s quality of life. A Celebration of Life for Sylvie will be held Sunday, May 25th, from 1 â€“ 4 p.m., at the Errington Hall. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimerâ€™s Society in memory of Sylvie. Cards for Sylvieâ€™s family in Quebec will be forwarded.

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May 8, 1932 â€“ May 10, 2014 Betty-Lou passed away peacefully in her sleep after a brief stay in hospital at the age of 82. She is survived by her son, Sonny (Heather) of Coombs and numerous nieces and nephews. Betty-Lou was predeceased by her husband of 59 years, Arne in 2008 and her son, Mervyn in 1979. Bette was an avid gardener and could always be heard cursing the slugs and bunnies that invaded her garden. When not gardening, she filled her time knitting many lovely sweaters and socks for family and friends and putting on special dinners and BBQs which were enjoyed by all. Bette was infamous for her birthday cakes with money in them! She was a wonderful Mother and friend to all â€“ you were always welcome in her garden, or at her kitchen table. The family would like to extend thanks to Dr. Fridriksson and the wonderful, caring staff at Stanford Place for making her short stay there so comfortable and the doctors and nurses in Palliative Care Unit at NRGH. Special thanks to Ross and Chris, Merilyn and Shelly for being such wonderful neighbours and friends over the years. There will be no service at Betteâ€™s request. In lieu of flowers, please consider honouring her memory by making a donation to a charity of your choice.

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Tom Mutter A Garden gathering to celebrate the late Tom Mutter will be held on Sunday, May 25, 2014 at 333 Stanford Avenue, Parksville, BC From 3:00 to 5:00pm Please RSVP to John & Corrie at 250-248-2829 Light refreshments will be served.

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Susie was born in Brantford, Ontario and was one of six children. Although she was in size the smallest child, she definitely was the feistiest of them all, often ruling everyone at the dinner table and taking charge. Even so, Susie could and did keep a secret till it was advantageous for her, to let it be known. Her family moved out West to Victoria (Esquimalt) BC around 1945 where she completed school and met her husband Bob, while roller skating at the Memorial Arena (Victoria). Susie and Bob married in 1950. Dad had joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1947, so they happily moved from Navy Base to Navy Base. Susie was the loyal dedicated wife providing the cleanest house on the street and poorest driving skills imaginable.

LEGALS NOTICE IS hereby given to Christopher Auld, Jason Perry that household goods stored at Oceanside Storage Inc. located at 1270 Alberni Hwy. Parksville will be disposed on May 30, 2014 unless the outstanding account is settled prior to this date.

LOST AND FOUND LOST DOG - BUDDY taken from Wembley Mall parking lot April 21 viewed by witnesses, if you were one please contact Theresa or Jason. Reward for safe return. Call Theresa at 250-937-7926 or Jason at 604-837-6099 if found.

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God still heals and is the kindest person youâ€™ll ever meet! Join us on Sundays

At Arrowsmith Lodge in Parksville, BC. It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our wonderful Wife, Mother, Grandma, Great Grandma Susie, into the arms of her late husband Bob, in Heaven.

NEW to the area? Call for your FREE package of info, gifts & greetings. Bev: 250-248-4720 PV Ann: 250-248-3390 QB Pat: 250-248-7119 NANOOSE The most Famous Baskets in the World! www.welcomewagon.ca

5:00pm

At the Salvation Army Church

on the Alberni Highway, near the Rod & Gun.

All welcome! More info at:

www.jerichoroad-church.com IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

In loving memory of

Christian Newland Donkersley July 13, 2001 - May 12, 2007

Along came their only child Lorine in 1953. We were the happy threesome. Mom & Dad enjoyed fishing, playing pool and cards. My Mom & Dad both had quick wit and there was never a dull moment in our house. They are wonderful Parents and I thank them so much. Bless them always. Mom will dearly be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her daughter Lorine (Jeff); grandson Richard (Yujin); granddaughter Jennifer; and great granddaughter Diamond whom Mom was so proud of, as well as many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Happy Gardening Mum!

Love and Miss You Lots, Sonny, Heather, and Scooter (her little dog)

Also a very special â€œThank Youâ€? to all the wonderful staff in particular Evergreen Wing, these last 4 years. You have ALL been fantastic. Also Dr. Sultz for his guidance along this journey.

To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

The Service will be held Tuesday, May 20 at Yates Funeral Home, Parksville, BC at 1:00pm, with a private family internment at Royal Oak Cemetery in Victoria, BC on Wednesday, May 21 at 1:00pm.

May the winds of love blow softly And whisper so youâ€™ll hear; We will always love and miss you And wish that you were here. Youâ€™re deeply missed by your cousins, Sydney, Nash & Peyton

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TRAVEL GETAWAYS

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Spring Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891

APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

AUTOMOTIVE

â€˘ Certified Home Study Course â€˘ Jobs Registered Across Canada â€˘ Gov. Certified www.RMTI.ca / 604.681.5456 or 1.800.665.8339

SMALL INDEPENDENT automotive repair shop in Parksville is looking for a highly motivated certified automotive technician. Experienced in import an asset. We offer competitive wages. Please send resume with references to mdauto@shaw.ca

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

HELP WANTED

MAINTENANCE PERSON REQUIRED. This is a fulltime, permanent position starting immediately at our post mill and treating plant in Princeton, BC. Must have a minimum of 10 years maintenance experience on a variety of production and mobile equipment, with strong skills in welding, hydraulics and basic electrical work. Experience in a mill environment preferred. Must be able to handle a variety of tasks, work well with minimum supervision and be part of the team. Benefits include excellent wage, health spending account and profit sharing. Please submit resumes by fax 250295-7912 or email mcmike@xplornet.ca Please visit our website at www.pwppost.com for further information on the company.

FOOD & APPLIANCE PRODUCT SAMPLERS

THE LEMARE Group is accepting resumes for the following positions: Boom men, Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers, Hydraulic Log Loader Operator, Processor Operators, Chasers, Coastal Certified Hand Fallers, Machinists, Millwright, Heavy Duty Mechanics. Full-time with union rates/ benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

Alex Brian GREEN Alex Brian Green (â€œAlâ€?), 71, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 4th, 2014. He leaves behind his daughter, Tracie (William) Der of Nanoose Bay, BC; son, Richard (Stacey) Green of Lacombe, AB; grandchildren Samantha & Alexa Der and Nicolas Green; brother, Burt (Ann) Green of Lethbridge, AB; and extended family in Ontario and the United Kingdom. He is predeceased by his wife, Bonnye (nee Knight) Green; and granddaughter, Robyn Green. Born in Wiltshire, England, the son of Ernest and Gertrude (â€œPatâ€?) Green, the family immigrated to Canada when Alex was just 5 years old aboard the Aquitania, landing in Montreal and settling in the Orono/Leskard area of southern Ontario to farm. His mother died suddenly of a cerebral hemorrhage when he was just 15 years old and before long he dropped out of school and fled home to enlist in the Canadian Army. There, he trained as a signalman, joining the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals, and served on the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus in the 1960s. It was during this time that he met his future wife, Bonnye Jeanane Knight, marrying in 1962. After starting his family, he was honourably discharged and settled in Calgary, joining the business ranks of Xerox in the early days of the copier industry. Although he did well there and enjoyed promotions and advancement, the corporate world was not for him and he sought to return to the simpler, rural lifestyle heâ€™d enjoyed as a child. Al moved his young family to Naramata, in British Columbiaâ€™s Okanagan Valley, in 1972. The family moved many times within the Okanagan, ultimately living in Kelowna. Al joined Copytron and re-engaged in a career that saw him return to his expertise in technology and electronics. He advanced within the company, taking on managerial roles and new enterprises in research and development, with Photofax and Micron Imaging. He oversaw offshore production and started a manufacturing facility in Bulgaria during this time. Once again, however, the pressures caught up to him and he left the corporate world a second time, moving with his wife to be close to his sonâ€™s young family in Alberta for several years before returning to Kelowna. After his wife died of cancer in 1999, Al abandoned the Okanagan and moved to Parksville to be near his daughter and her family. There, he passed his retirement assisting neighbours and others in the community with computers (his new passion), designing websites and making travels plans for his big motorhome. He debated political and social issues with anyone who would take him on and enjoyed sharing stories of old times with friends at the Legion, as well as his family. He had a brush with his own mortality when a heart condition caused him to collapse and landed him in hospital in 2012. He was recovering well and it came as a shock to family and friends when he died so suddenly. All his life, Al had a special place in his heart for animals â€“ especially dogs â€“ and very nearly always had at least one dog in the family. When he passed away, his faithful companion Cocoa was at his side and she has since joined the â€œfurry ranksâ€? within his daughterâ€™s home. A Memorial Service will be held at the Mt. Arrowsmith (Parksville) Branch #49 of the Royal Canadian Legion, Monday, May 26th, at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, please consider honouring Alâ€™s memory by making a donation to the Royal Canadian Legion or the SPCA.

I leave to the friends and family who survive me, the following: â€œIf I should go before the rest of you, break not a flower nor inscribe a stone; Nor, when Iâ€™m gone, speak in a Sunday voice, but be the usual selves that I have known. Weep if you must, parting is Hell, But life goes on, so sing as well.â€?

(by Joyce Grenfell)

To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

Need To Get Out Of The House, Talk To People & Create Extra Income? Try part-time work as a contract Food Demonstrator 4 - 8 days a month in Port Alberni and possibly Parksville/Qualicum grocery, drug, and department stores. Job Description: You must be a go-getter able to work on your own who enjoys talking to people & doing basic cooking. Great for men & women, seniors, retirees & mature adults. Availability: contracts would consist of 2-3 days on Fri. Sat. and/or Sun. (must be able to work all 3 days) from 11-5 or 6. Requirements: â€˘ Fully fluent in English â€˘ Able to stand 6-7 hr.day â€˘ Own a car to carry supplies â€˘ Be well groomed & bondable â€˘ Able to carry medium weight equipment into stores. â€˘ Have or would get a Food Safe certificate Pay starts at $11.00/hr. Training via DVD at no charge. Call JMP Marketing toll-free at 1-800-991-1989, local #30 JMP Marketing Services BCâ€™s largest demo company since 1979

The Lemare Group is accepting resumes for the following positions: Camp Cooks (Red Seal Chef an asset), Camp Bull cooks. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD EXECUTIVE CHEF+ experienced cooks are needed at the newly renovated Micky Jâ€™s Bar & Grill at Arrowsmith Golf & Country Club, Parksville. Competitive wages, great perks, fun people... Please email resumes to: essexproperties@shaw.ca

INCOME OPPORTUNITY Make Money from Home. We show you how to make money from home by holding poem reading contests with prizes to the winner and runner ups. We supply the poems. Call Harry 250-618-4260.

PERSONAL SERVICES FINANCIAL SERVICES

PRO SHOP MANAGER needed at Arrowsmith Golf: an outgoing person with experience in retail sales, inventory management and computer skills. Competitive wages, great perks, fun people - please forward resume to: essexproperties@shaw.ca

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

COMPUTER SERVICES BUYDENS Computer Services Offering PC Repair and Personal Tutoring From Nanoose to Deep Bay

Call Kevin 250-240-7372

DRYWALL Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Reno & Repair Specialist. 30 years of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB

GARDENING MEDICAL HEALTH FOOT CARE in your home by certified foot care nurse. 40 years experience. Vets approved. Marg 250-954-8259.

CURB APPEAL Yard Care & Junk Removal. Best rates! Seniors disc. 250-937-1908

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPET CLEANING CARPET CLEANING. Call Tim at 250-954-5585. Truck mounted 25 years experience.

Landscaping, Gardening, Clean-up, Hauling. Pressure Washing, Irrigation, Carpentry, Hardscapes, Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444

Irrigation; Tree Removal; Hardscapes; Design & More

CLEANING SERVICES ALL CLEAN House Cleaners. Exp. Reliable & Insured. Please Call: 250-668-4642 or email: info@allclean4you.ca COMMERCIAL/Residential cleaning- 10 yrs exp in Ontario. Refs and police check. Penny, 250-248-8012.

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OCEANSIDE Lawn & Garden. Spring clean-up, hedges, lawns, irrigation, powerwashing. Call (250)240-1116.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

NOW HIRING

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

Due to increased business, Joe Cunningham Ford needs to add an additional technician to their team.

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR Cowichan Bay Sawmill

LOG SCALER/INDUSTRIAL GRADER Englewood (Beaver Cove Dryland)

Must be a Certified Journeyman Red Seal Automotive Mechanic/Technician.

GRAPPLE YARDER HOOKTENDER Englewood Forest Operation

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC Northern Vancouver Island

Excellent wage and benefit package to the right candidate.

PLANNING ADMINISTRATOR

Stillwater Forest Operation (Powell River)

If you want to be part of a winning team, call or email JOHN CASSIDY at 250-240-1288, johnc@joecunninghamford.com

Detailed job postings can be viewed at

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

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

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

JOURNEYMAN RED SEAL AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC/ TECHNICIAN

410 E. ISLAND HWY., PARKSVILLE www.joecunninghamford.com

PERSONAL SERVICES

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

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HANDYPERSONS

PAINTING

DON the HANDYMAN

A STROKE ABOVE Painting LTD- Liven up your space with a splash of colour! Spring is here book your projects now to avoid disappointment. Commercial & Residential. Interior/Exterior. WCB. Insured. Call Dave, 250-240-2310.

Reporter You could win TEMPORARY POSITION

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

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Do you have a way with the written word and a natural curiosity about issues and people? The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial, the Duncan areaâ€™s news source of record since 1905, is seeking a part-time reporter to fill a vacancy due to a maternity leave. The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to turn in engaging, accurate, objective news stories and features on tight deadlines for both our website and print product. Journalistic experience and knowledge of Canadian Press standards are assets. Photography skill and a reliable vehicle are required. The position opens immediately and offers a flexible schedule. It requires about 22 hours a week, with the possibility of additional hours as situations demand. The News Leader Pictorial is part of Black Press, Canadaâ€™s largest independent newspaper group with more than 150 newspapers located in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Hawaii and Ohio. Please forward your cover letter and resumĂŠ â€” including writing and photography samples as well as references â€” by Friday, May 9 to:

HAULING AND SALVAGE

Enter online at:

M&S OXFORD Home/Commercial Renoâ€™s & Painting. Patioâ€™s, Decks, Sheds, Hardwood and Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. 250-228-5204.

HAUL AWAY Junk, washers & dryers, furniture, garden, yard waste & wood. Free Estimates. Call 250-240-1116.

POIRIER PAINTING: Residential / Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, WCB, Call Dan at #250240-3528.

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WAYNEâ€™S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR. Will trade dead ones for live ones. Wanted, free parts of all kinds. Northwest Qualicum. 250-752-1639.

Duncan, BC V9L 6W4 email: editor@cowichannewsleader.com

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

HANDYPERSONS FLOOR INSTALLER - retired. Small jobs specialty: carpet, vinyl, ceramic, laminate, hardwood. Call Tom for free estimate. 250-586-3173

CONTRACTOR RELOCATING Needs house to live in which will renovate in exchange for tenancy. References Call 250240-8755.

TODD THE BUILDER. Renoâ€™s, painting, decks, plumbing, etc. Seniors Discount. (250)951-2755

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Fencing

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Gates â€˘ Arbours Sheds â€˘ Repairs Fix little things or build a suite!

All Products Build to Suit

Tree

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Falling - Topping Pruning - Shrubs Hedges â€“ Fruit Trees Brush Chipping Stump Grinding FULL INSURANCE

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Serving Parksville and Qualicum Beach 30yrs. exp. semi retired Free Estimates Reasonable Rates

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Tree Services

Gardening

Hi-Rigger BETTER LAWN

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SPRING LAWN CARE Fertilization, aeration, lawn dethatching, lawn mowing.

Accepting new lawn customers.

Fully Licensed & Insured

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Renovations

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Call Don at

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Gardening

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FREE ITEMS FREE: 1 full sheet of drywall (4x8), 2 saw horses, wooden ext. ladder (20â€™), small wooden gate, shoe rack. (250)7527305 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).

FUEL/FIREWOOD COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose). Dani Nelson Kingswell Aug 2, 2001 - May 9, 2014

Passed over the Rainbow Bridge

CUSTOM CUT firewood and logs. Maple, alder, cedar, fir & hemlock. $150+ per cord. Call 250-752-9346. Delivery avail.

A beautiful Newfie. Remembered Always.

FURNITURE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Bedroom Furniture, 2 dressers, 1 mirror & 2 night tables. $300 obo. 250-738-0214

APPLIANCES

MOVING Must sell- Sofa $400 (6mos old). Beautiful Cherry wood fireplace/media cabinet $400 (new). 250-757-8757.

BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES

NEW QUEEN MATTRESS: Pillowtop mattress & box for sale. $200. 250-713-9680

Sales & Service.

HOBBIES & CRAFTS

1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251

GRINSHEEP FIBRE Productions. Felting, spinning, knitting & weaving supplies. Tues Sat., 1 - 5 or by appt. 250-2486306. grinsheep@gmail.com

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Maintenance Services

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Lawn & Garden

BY TONY TOLY

Rick Wilson

CAT SITTING in my home. Safe, loving environment. No cages. 7 day to long term stay. Limited space. 250-740-5554

Dave: 250-954-8650

GARDENS Lawn & Garden Maintenance Design/Installation

PET CARE SERVICES

250-248-3337 250-228-3481

GREAT

& YARD CARE WE DELIVER! Bark mulch, top soil, fish compost, etc.

50% Labour Holdback Until First Prime @ 100%WILF Finish Guaranteed

Kitchen & Bath Renoâ€™s Cabinet repairs, Small Carpentry Projects Interior finishing, Decks, Handyman Services, etc.

Tony Albanese 250.951.6289 t-albanese@hotmail.com

TREE SERVICE

NO JOB TOO SMALL!

21 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE Insulation & Vapor Barrier, Sound Proofing, Drywall & Finishing, Paint & Ceiling Texture, Skylite Repair.

Carpentry CARPENTRY

250-905-0012 250-927-2827

ISA Certified Arborists Tree Trimming Tree Removal Clean-up Arborists Reports

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MAINTENANCE

Home Repairs GET READY FOR YOUR MAY Call the SERVICE OLD GUY DIRECTORY Retired contractor

Drywall

Tree Service

PETS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

PETS REMEMBERED

AAA MASTER PAINTER - 3 rooms $499. 5 yr guarantee 1/2 price paint. WCB. References Call Rick 250-954-9503

ALL TYPES of hauling. Small loads, garden waste, construction debris & junk. Call Ron 250-757-2094, 250-951-4625.

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.

PETS AND LIVESTOCK

DRIVEWAYS, WALKWAYS, PATIOS ETC. YES! WE WASH VINYL SIDING BY HAND

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Phone: 250-240-1445

GET READY FOR YOUR JUNE SERVICE DIRECTORY Delivered to almost 16,000 homes Call Pauline

250-905-0012 TODAY!

Excavating and Drainage

KERRY GRAY

EXCAVATING & TRUCKING

Mini Excavator & Bobcat with Rubber Tracks & 6-8 Yard Capacity Dump Truck FOR HIRE

â€˘ Landscape preparation â€˘ Stump removal â€˘ Driveway preparation â€˘ Land & brush clearing â€˘ Lawn removal â€˘ Site prep â€˘ Drainage ditching â€˘ Delivery of gravel, mulch, etc â€˘ Removal of yard debris â€˘ Demolition work

â€˘ CONCRETE/ROCK BREAKER â€˘ STUMP GRINDER â€˘ FENCE POST HOLE AUGER & PACKER â€œDonâ€™t break your back. Let Kerry do the digging.â€?

No Job Too Small !!

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Fencing

Owner/Operator with 21 Yearsâ€™ Experience

Contractors CONTRACTORS

BLAIRâ€™S FENCING Specializing in cedar panels, farm fencing & chain link. 14 yrs. expereience. Free estimates.

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

OFFICE/RETAIL

ANTIQUE/CLASSICS

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

GUITAR, BANJO - 5 string. PC Lap Top, printer & equipment. For more information please call 250-339-7705

MOVING MUST SELL: entrance table & mirror, roof carrier, sewing machine, storage cabinet, chess set, room divider/screen & 2 tables. Cerosun heater, collector plates and Phantom print. See website: www.greatstuffandmore.com (250)248-4393.

WANTED semi load of logs for firewood Parksville area contact 250-954-7737

TREADMILL, Like new, was $1800. DYACO (Sears), 2.25 HP motor, 0.6-10mph, 0-10% incline, 18” x 50” running area, Folding, $950 Call 250-4689374

NANAIMO WATERFRONT 2nd floor condo. 1500 sq.ft. LR/DR/2bdrms with view, den, gas FP, secure bldg. 2 underground parking spaces. Maintenance fee includes hot water/gas/landscaping. 1 pet OK. View anytime. $339,900 Reduced to $329,000. (250)7539123

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? Lead Crystal Vases, Assorted silver items, Men’s MacGuire PT Golf Clubs. 250-586-8372

REAL ESTATE

QUALICUM BEACH. Great private ofﬁce space, approx. 100 sq.ft., ground floor; plus shared reception area. Avail. now. Call (250)240-4751 for more info & to view.

APARTMENT/CONDOS

RECREATION NANAIMO: 1450SQ.FT, Open concept, 2bdrm, 2bath Rancher on 1/2 acre. Dbl garage, mature trees, greenhouse, RV prkg. $359,000. (250)7535826 for more info google search 360264.

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6th Annual Ladies Clothing & Accessory sale. Saturday & Sunday, May 17&18, 9am-3pm Petite to plus, Boho to Chic; items added throughout the days. Gently used; some new. 631 Temple St. Parksville: Rain or Shine! 826 Sonora Place, Qualicum Beach - Saturday, May 17 9:00 to 1:00 - Something for almost everyone! No early birds please. BOWSER-6080 Island Hwy W. Sat, Sun, Mon. Multi-Family Yard Sale. Something for everybody. (9-4pm) each day. BRADLEY CENTRE Coombs 975 Shearme Rd. May 18th 8:30 - 11:30 AM Columbia Beach-1596 Marine Circle, 3rd annual PLANT & Garage sale. Perennials, hostas, tomatoes, cuc’s, squash. Fri & Sat (May 16&17). 9am3pm. PEO fundraiser table Sat COOMBS 2771 Old Alberni Hwy. (off Winchester). May17 , 18 & 19 (9:30-5). Lots for all. COOMBS. GET RID OF IT sale! Saturday & Sunday, May 17&18, 10am-4pm. Some furniture, tools, electric, misc. household. 951 Coombs Road CRAIG BAY, Parksville. Sat. May 17. Misc items, excellent quality. 1293 Saturna Drive. ESTATE SALE, Fri May 16th 11-4pm, Sat May 16th, 8-2pm, 2625 NW Bay Rd, Nanoose. Furniture, tools, fridge, tables, yard equip etc... ESTATE SALE - Sunday May 18 10am - 3pm 720 Wildgreen Way, Parksville. All thing quilting! Embroidery machine & supplies, sewing, needlecraft etc. Lots of yarn, patterns and current fabrics. Cricut, Wilton cake, and many craft supplies. Electronics, furniture, designer clothing, jewelry, vintage items and much more. Cash or credit cards accepted. Please, no early birds. FR. CREEK 1090 Pepper Pl., May 17 (8-2). Pots, croquet, hitch, shoei, rods/net, wicker. FRENCH CREEK- 1031 Tera Cres, Sat, May 17, 9-3pm. FRENCH CREEK: 1089 Roberton Blvd., Sat., May 17, 9-3. Sofas, chair, teak coffee table, tables, household goods FRENCH CREEK 1273 Sunrise Dr. Sat May 17 (8:30-1:30) various small ceramic houses for Xmas villages. Liquidation of new clothing, plus misc items. FRENCH CREEK- 591, 601 Lowry’s Rd, Saturday, May 17, (9am-12:30). Lots of interesting items. French Creek - 835 Mulholland Dr. Sat (8-2) 2 Households. Tools, household & yard misc., clothing, Red Hat “stuff”& more. MAY 17: 5th Annual Open Air Market. Qualicum First Nation Campsite 9-2 $10 for a spot. for more info 250-954-7786

PARKSVILLE #1-454 Morison Ave. May 17 (9-1). Moving Sale, tools, small furniture, household, etc. NOTE: Must park on Morison Avenue. PARKSVILLE #20-451 Morison Ave. May 17 & 24 (9-2). Clothes, shoes, books, household, coffee tables & more. PARKSVILLE 337 Willow (Off Bay St). Fri. 16th (1-6), Mon 19th (9-3), Saturday’s All Month (9-3). In the house. Parksville - 523 Forsyth. Sat (8-1). Vintage fishing gear, old & new, kids toys, pictures, china & more! PARKSVILLE- 631 Blenkin Ave, Sat, May 17, 8am-1pm. Multi-unit complex. Books, crystal, small tools, furniture, 2 units moving - lots available. Rain or shine. PARKSVILLE 670 Wedgewood Cresc. May 17 (8-1) & 18 (9-?). Planter boxes, pots, garden tools, househld + more PARKSVILLE- 704 Ermineskin Ave. Sat (8:30-?) PARKSVILLE 71 Magnolia Dr. May 17 (7:30-12). Household, quilting supplies, & misc. PARKSVILLE830 Field Cres. Sat, May 17 (8:30-2pm). Fundraising garage and bake sale for Kitty Connections Rehoming Society. Household, misc, DVD’s, VHS’s, jam, jellies & baking. All Funds go to medical, expenses including dental, food & supplies. items. Donations are accepted! Parksville- 892 Fisherman’s Circ. Sat (8-12) Antiques, canning supp & jars, quilting embroidery, garden furniture, ornaments, books, crafting, gardening books, & tools. PARKSVILLEBridgewater Lane area- 426 Day Place, Sat, May 17, 8:30am-? Art Sale! original art + Bateman prints. PARKSVILLE. MOVING Here today, gone tomorrow. Saturday May 17, 8am-3pm. 68 Magnolia Drive. PARKSVILLE. SAT. May 17, 8:30am-1pm. Baby & children’s toys, some furniture, wide assortment of goodies. 630 Pym Street. Qualicum - 830 Village Way. Sat (9-3).Lots of misc. stuff! Qualicum - 908 Claymore. Sat (8-3) Party lights, tupperware & lots more! QUALICUM BEACH-317 Village Way, Village Green Estates, Saturday, May 17 (8:30am-1:00pm) Rain or Shine. Pre-loved quality treasures - PRICED TO PLEASE! Multi-tenant Sale. Home Decor, Antiques, Garden Items & Patio Furniture, Artwork, Electric Fireplace, Lamps, Wicker Love Seat, Decorator Cushions, single Bed Suite, Designer Handbags, China, high-end Costume Jewelry, occasional Tables/Chairs, Laptop, Music Systems, etc. PLUS numerous unique collectibles. Everything in clean, excellent condition. Sorry...No Kids’s Stuff!

Parksville- 47 Magnolia Dr. Sat & Sun (8:30-2:30). Moving Sale! Must downsize! Come!

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DO YOU HAVE LOCAL SPORTS NEWS? Contact: Tyson Taylor, Sports Reporter Email: sports@pqbnews.com Phone: 250-951-3809

BCPBL BASEBALL

Royals win 2 of 3 before B.C.’s Best Pitchers lead the Parksville Royals as they find their stride, even scoring runs T YSON TAYLOR

uting the way they have.” The Royals continued their The Parksville Royals took excellent pitching as they travtwo of their last three games, elled to White Rock for a double beating the Nanaimo Pirates header on Saturday. Owen Keland splitting a double header ly got the start on the mound with the White Rock Tritons. and went the distance in this The Royals squeaked out a one as well, striking out six and 2–0 victory against the Pirates giving up just three hits with last Wednesday at Serauxmen one walk to earn the win. Stadium in Nanaimo. ParksThe bats came alive for the ville’s Andrew Evernden went Royals as Ethan Fox went 4–5 the distance, striking out 11 at the dish, Dieleman going 2–4 batters through seven innings, and Keller Anderson belted his only allowing first home run We’re really finding our three hits. of the season, a E v e r n d e n stride right now and it goes three–run shot also helped out hand in hand with the en- to help power thusiasm these kids have his own cause, the Royals to an driving in one 8–0 victory. DAVE WALLACE of the two runs Game two for the Royals. wasn’t so kind Justin Dieleto the Royals as man, from Nanoose Bay, had Nanoose Bay’s Josh Anderson a big game at the plate, going was tagged for seven earned three for four with an RBI to runs and took the loss on the boot. mound. Keller Anderson had “It felt pretty good being able another solid game at the plate, to help the team out,” Evern- going 2–3 and driving in the den said. “It went a long way in only run for the Royals in game helping me for the rest of the two. game, getting that RBI in the “We had a good week in first inning. I feel like I’ve been terms of our overall game. Winfinding the strike zone a lot bet- ning two out of three is great ter this year and the hitting is and anytime we can go into a coming around too. As a team weekend series and split the we’re really building together doubleheader is nice too,” head and it’s nice to see the younger coach Dave Wallace said. guys stepping up and contrib“I thought that our pitching

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Ethan Fox (from right) fires one to third base as Josh Anderson and Keller Anderson watch on during practice Tuesday night. The Royals are hosting the B.C.’s Best Baseball Tournament starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday at Springwood Park.

against Nanaimo and the first game against White Rock was fantastic. Our defense played well in all three games and we hit the ball well in those three games too. We’re really finding

our stride right now and it goes hand in hand with the enthusiasm these kids have.” The Royals will now play host to the annual B.C.’s Best Baseball Tournament, hosting

teams from far and wide. The tournament starts on Saturday and runs through to Monday, with plenty of action at Springwood Park. — See related story below

BCPBL BASEBALL

B.C.’s Best Baseball Tournament takes the mound

Over 1,000 college and pro players have played over the nine years in Parksville, including World Series winners T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com

The Boys of Summer are converging on Parksville again for the annual B.C.’s Best Baseball Tournament, kicking off this Saturday (May 17) at 10 a.m. in Springwood Park. The host Parksville Royals will be in action at Inouye–Wallace Field against the Victoria Eagles, who are the defending B.C. Premier Baseball League champions. The Nanaimo Pirates and Victoria Mariners will have their first pitch at 10:30 on Rotary Field, also at Springwood Park. For fans of the game, this is a great time to catch some of the up and coming baseball talent. B.C.’s Best has show-

cased teams from the U.S. (in 1995), Ontario, six from Alberta for over 11 years and a team from France. This marks the 20th consecutive year for the tournament that runs during the Victoria Day long weekend. Last year the Nanaimo Pirates won and will be back to defend their title. Both the Victoria Mariners and Eagles will be in action as well, along with the Vancouver Cannons, Coquitlam Reds, a AAA Midget team from Chilliwack and the Okotoks Dawgs. The Royals have won once, back in 2011. The tournament started in 1995, with a North Shore Twins win. Former big league pitcher Ryan Dempster was a member of that team and had a 15-year career, winning a World Series with the

Boston Red Sox in 2013. Taylor Green, who played for the Parksville Royals, was a member of the Milwaukee Brewers until 2013. He also played for Team Canada in the World Baseball Classic in 2013. Other current major leaguers that have played here include Brett Lawrie (Toronto Blue Jays), Justin Morneau (Colorado Rockies), Jeff Francis (Colorado Rockies), Nyjer Morgan (Milwaukee Brewers), Rich Harden (Minnesota Twins), Mark Hardy (San Diego Padres), Carter Bell (Arizona Diamondbacks), Michael Saunders (Seattle Mariners) and Rene Tosoni (Minnesota Twins). The largest tournament crowd came in 2002, which featured Adam Loewen, who went on to become the fourth over-

all pick in the 2002 MLB draft. He played for the Whalley Chiefs in the BCPBL. Jeff Francis, who was a first round pick in 2002 as well (ninth overall), threw a perfect game in 1999. Since the first tournament there have been an estimated 1,800 players with roughly 1,000 going on to play at the college level or higher. The estimated economic contribution to Parksville has been over $2.5 million. There will be a number of scouts on hand, as usual, to see if they can find the next diamond in the rough or continue to scout players they’ve been watching. It’s a chance, not only for the players, but for baseball fans to enjoy some of the best baseball in the country.

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OCEANSIDE PLACE

Roller derby in PV

Vancouver Island and Okanagan teams in town T YSON TAYLOR

It’s going to be a lot of fun. We’re going to have two great matches happening and there’s going to be lots of hard hitting action.

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The Roller Derby is coming to Parksville this week and will see four teams battle it out on the oval track for supremacy. Oceanside Place will be the site starting at 5 p.m. on Saturday night as the Harbour City Rollers take on the Undead Heart Throbs in the first of two matches that night. The second match will see the Vancouver Island All Stars taking on the Thompson-Okanagan All Stars. The doors open at 5 p.m. with tickets going for $10 for adults and $5 for kids. There will also be a Roller Derby Boot Camp going on all weekend as well. It’s an invite–only event, which will see skaters from all across B.C. and

CARLY, HARBOUR CITY ROLLERS

Washington state coming to take part. “We had a great turn out last year and we’re hoping to re-create it again this weekend,” Harbour City Rollers team member Carly said. “It’s going to be a lot of fun. We’re going to have two great matches happening and there’s going to be lots of hard hitting action.”

REGIONAL DISTRICT ARTS & SPORTS

D69 performance recognition

Locals will be honoured for high-level excellence in sports and arts The Regional District of Nanaimo’s District 69 Recreation Commission is pleased to recognize local athletes and artists who have won gold medals at provincial championships this winter. Two athletes, Gabrielle Courtorielle and Gordon Verge, have been invited to attend an awards presentation during the regular commission meeting at 2 p.m. today, May 15 at Oceanside Place. Courtorielle is the 2014 B.C. Winter Games gold medalist in women’s bare bow archery, and Verge’s masters tennis rankings as of May 5, 2014 are: first in singles; second in doubles provincially; second in singles; second in dou-

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bles nationally; and 54th in singles and 49th in doubles internationally. The RDN Performance Recognition Program is open to individuals and teams who have placed first in a provincial, inter-provincial or national athletic or artistic competition. To qualify for this program, nominees must be amateur participants who live in the City of Parksville, the Town of Qualicum Beach or Electoral Area E, F, G or H. For more information on the RDN Performance Recognition Program, please contact RDN Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252 or view the information online at www.rdn.bc.ca. — Submbitted by the RDN

Oceanside

Division of Family Practice A GPSC initiative

Have you taken the A GP for Me survey? To participate in the Oceanside and area A GP for Me initiative, complete a Community Resident Survey at:

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THE OCEANSIDE RAGE (players born in 2002) fastball team won silver at the 36th Stevie Quan Tournament in Victoria. Back row, from left,: Parker Rietzel, Kylea Smith, Dakota Pratt, Samanth Criddle, Elise Grabove. Front row: Miranda Brooks, Madelynne Emes, Emily Kirsh, Violet MacEwen, Daphne Brodeur, Cassidy Kellow.

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Members of the Oceanside Track and Field Club are training for the upcoming Island High School Championships this week in Victoria. The event runs Wednesday and Thursday (May 14-15) and will see a large contingent of athletes from the Oceanside Track and Field Club, representing their respective schools.

Representing Ballenas Secondary will be Grade 9 students Dalton Austin, Simon Morrison, Noah Elliott and Jordan Kilner (Grade 11). Austin will be competing in the discus and hammer throw, Morrison in the 100m, 200m and 300m hurdles. Elliott will compete in the discus and 400m and Kilner in the hammer throw. For Kwalikum Secondary, Tyler Lu-

cente (Grade 10), Jacob Watson (Grade 10), Felix Richter (Grade 10), Daniel Doukakis (Grade 10) and Kyra Blyt (Grade 9) will all be in action as well. Lucente will compete in the 400m event, Watson in 300m hurdles and the 400m, Richter in the 100m, 200m and 100m hurdles, Doukakis in the 100m and high jump and Kyra Blyt in the 100m, 200m and discus.

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Directions to Sunny Beach: • From Qualicum Bay on Hwy. 19 drive north for approx. 0.3 km. On the right you will see a standard road sign for Sunny Beach Rd. • Travelling south, from Nile Creek at approx. 1.5 km the turn to Sunny Beach Rd will be on your left. • There is a wide parking area with room for approx. 20 cars if parked with care. • Be aware that this area is also used by locals when they pick up their mail from the mailboxes on the right of the lot. • Beside the parking lot, above the beach, there is a small grassy and treed park with 3 picnic tables and a basic washroom / change area. • Access to the beach is level and easy. • There is a bench at the top of the beach for those who prefer to sit and gaze across the Salish Sea. • Signs warn bivalve collectors of the danger of Red Tides and also provide information about the conservation of Coastal Cut Throat trout.

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Gracefully curving north of Qualicum Bay between the Big Qualicum River and Nile Creek lies a beach hidden from the highway and cherished by those who live nearby. In the fall this is a place to stroll the shoreline and walk dogs. In the summer, with its sweeping sandbar and warmer water, it is a playground for families and small children. Most of all, it is a magnet for those who like to stand waist deep in the water for hours at a time while the silver splashes of frolicking fish tantalise those with fishing rods in their hands! It was high tide on a day when the warm late fall sunshine had burnt away the lingering rain clouds. With the vibrant clarity that characterises Oceanside in late October, the deep azure blue of the sky was reflected in the glinting and glittering water. Stepping onto the almost endlessly long stretch of beach, the air is immediately laced by the ozone and the beach-long bank of glistening pink and golden seaweeds. This is a peaceful place to spend time with the beach protected by a wide tract of private land that lies between highway and beach. There, with the older properties nestling further back among large wooded lots, there is an unexpected sense of seclusion. At low tide, below the shingle, pebbles and larger rounded stones, there is a long stretch of sandy beach and this provides beachcombers with all the treasures of marine life. It is also a fine place to hunt for sand dollars. A walk south along the beach will lead to the friendly community of Qualicum Bay with its eclectic mix of restaurants, cafes, motels, pub and store. It is the perfect place to find an ice cream at the end of a day on the beach. Looking outward from the beach, to the south is the far curve of the bay and well beyond that, on a clear day, distant Nanaimo. Across the water, in the hazy distance are Lasqueti and Texada islands and beyond, the misted mountains of the mainland. To the north is the northern end of Hornby Island. Who was on the beach? In the fall, the beach and ocean attract anglers from near and far. Along the sweep of the bay, dotted in the water or fishing from the beach, they stand and watch and cast for the leaping salmon. Don, Joe and Ed had just arrived and were looking out at the ocean. They explained that primarily they come to Sunny Beach to fish and to hang out with their fishing buddies. They added that it was an ‘old men’s event’.

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Gone fishin’ at Sunny Beach.

Said Don. “We sit around on the beach, tell tales and swap lies. And maybe, later on, we might share an occasional beer in the local pub”. Even as we spoke, their eyes kept moving to the water as they watched for the flash of silver and splash of leaping salmon. The Adventurers’ Anonymous Trail: Along the highway just a few hundred yards north is the pretty woodland trail bound by cedars and firs. This will bring you to the shore further along the same beach. A sign explains that the trail was constructed by Adventurers Anonymous, a district youth group.

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What might you see there in October? This is a place frequented by birds of sea, shore and river including Eagles, Herons, Belted Kingfishers and the occasional Oystercatcher. While the killdeer were hunting for food among the kelp and seaweed, at the water’s edge a nestling gull was enjoying the warmth of the noon sun. In the distance a flock of Harlequin ducks flew up from the water. While on the beach, watch out for the shiny black heads of the curious harbour seals who will also be fishing for salmon.

• Access via the Adventurers Anonymous Trail. • A few hundred metres north of Sunny Beach Rd. look for house number 6209. • Just beside the property there is a rolling grassy trail with woodland on either side (private property). Approx. 30 metres, this leads to the north of Sunny Beach. • Signs request that dogs are kept under control, no fires, no garbage; also to park with care in the limited roadside gravelled area and respect the privacy of nearby homes.

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Let your spirit soar with Helix dancers

Performance featuring devoted local dancers takes place at Ballenas Secondary on May 24 BRENDA GOUGH News Contributor

Expect a powerful and passionate evening of dance when the Helix Dance Company presents its final performance of the season at the Ballenas Whalebone Theatre May 24. Sixteen gifted young dancers from around Vancouver Island will present an edgy, contemporary performance titled Let Your Spirit Soar. The dancers debuted the program in Nanaimo at VIU’s Malaspina Theatre on May 3 and Sarah DeVito, the artistic director and creative force behind Helix, said the girls were amazing. “All of the pieces are reflective and express a feeling of looking inward. The dancers really did justice to the choreography and the feedback from the audience was really positive.” DeVito, who choreographed a lot of the show, said there were two other dance professionals who contributed to Let Your Spirit Soar so it conveys a wide range of emotions through dance. “We want to expose the girls to as many different high-calibre professionals as possible. For one workshop we brought in Deanna Peters and it was intense.” Peters, a contemporary dance performer who is carving out a name for herself in the Vancouver dance scene, has created works for her peers and youth and DeVito said she spent two full days with the Helix dancers choreographing a piece. “We set another piece with Alysa Pires from the Toronto area. She is originally from Victoria and she is highly regarded in the world of dance.”

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Fans of contemporary dance won’t want to miss an upcoming performance by the Helix Dance Theatre Company at the Ballenas Whalebone Theatre on May 24.

She said they bring in a guest choreographer at least twice a month and by the end of the season her dancers have worked with more than a dozen artists. When DeVito started Helix five years ago she was breaking new ground in the local dance scene and she said all the hard work has paid off. She said this is the biggest cast they have ever had, including girls from the Parksville Ballet School, the Harbour Dance Centre and Kirkwood Academy in Nanaimo. There is even one dancer from

the Port Side Performing Arts Centre in Port McNeil. DeVito said Helix filled a void in the area by providing dancers who crave more, an opportunity to work in a totally different setting and express themselves through movement. “These girls dance all week long and then they devote their Friday night to dance for extra enrichment. I see the relevance of this dance company. From the beginning I had hoped that it would carry on to be something that has some

longevity and I feel that all the hard work is validated,” she admitted. If you enjoy the artistry of dance you won’t want to miss the fantastic evening of innovative dancing set for May 24 at the Whalebone Theatre in Parksville at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students and seniors, from Lockhart Collection on Craig Street in Parksville. Auditions for the 2015 dance season will be held on June 22. Email DeVito at helixdancetheatre@gmail.com for more info.

Fundraiser features art, fresh soup and entertainment LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com

Attend a fundraiser for the food bank and you’ll get a locally handcrafted bowl and some tasty soup. This Saturday, May 17 is the Mayworks Festival’s 10th annual Empty Bowl Soup Kitchen event at the Parksville Commu-

nity and Conference Centre. For a $15 ticket people can select their bowl made by the Arrowsmith Potters’ Guild and have it filled with soup made by local chefs. Your empty bowl is yours to take home after the event. All the proceeds go to the Salvation

Army Food Bank. Thanks to that support of community members, local businesses and artists, the event has raised an average of $3,000 annually for the food bank. The fundraiser will also have magician Phil Taylor on hand mesmerizing people

with his up close and personal tricks, the Second Wind Jazz Band entertaining and a silent auction. Tickets are available at the Mulberry Bush Book Stores, at the Arrowsmith Potters’ Guild, at Cranky Dog Music in Parksville and at the door.

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ARTHRITIS FREE EDUCATION EVENTS: NANAIMO 1. 100 FACES OF ARTHRITIS

Join us at this powerful Free Arthritis Public Forum! Renowned local Rheumatologist, Dr. Maqbool Sheriff, will deliver the most current information about the over 100 types of Inflammatory Arthritis’. (RA, Gout, Lupus etc.) He will discuss signs and symptoms, diagnosis and intervention, medications and why these diseases are not something you can ever ignore! Come get your questions answered!

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The main objective of this workshop is to improve your understanding of the principles of pain management and its treatments, introduce different methods to cope with chronic pain and show how to take an active role in your our pain management. Participants have the chance to learn new information and skills that will complement conventional treatments. Everyone with any type of Chronic Pain is welcome to attend! Facilitator: Cari Taylor – Manger of Education & services for The Arthritis Society

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TOP NOTCH BLUEGRASS: The Kathy Kallick Band from California blew the small audience at the Coombs Hall away last Wednesday evening with some sweet and steady bluegrass.

Folk series features Will Ross

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Will Ross is an up-and-coming musician from southern Ontario and he’s playing at the McMillan Arts Centre this Friday, May 16. Ross has developed an unique sound that spans the musical spectrum. He is the former lead singer of ska band The Jolly Rogers and has toured with The Flatliners, IllScarlett, Catch 22, and The Planet Smashers. He’s spent years entertaining audiences and has made the stage his home. Ross has recently released a four-song EP entitled Over the Counter Culture. Ross’ songs are said to make people dance as well as think. His politically charged lyr-

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574 HAWTHORNE RISE, QUALICUM BEACH • • • •

2895 sq ft, 3 bed, 2.5 bath plus den/office In ground 16’ x 32’ salt water pool, Hot Tub Generous room sizes, Bonus Room above garage Private .27 ac close to the Eaglecrest Beach

$525,000

Brenda Nicolls*

• • • •

$749,000

137 MOILLIET STREET • 2,000 sq ft 3-bed home; suite potential • Open half-acre lot with a great view • Separate garage and insulated workshop

$369,000

Ian Whitelaw

818 RIVER’S EDGE DRIVE

Private, majestic grounds 5 beds, 3 baths, in-law suite 20 ft. ceilings, wrap around deck Zoned for 2 horses, 2.65 acres

Aaron Nicklen*

508 WHEELER AVENUE • Over 2500 sq. ft. of custom comfort • 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, separate family room • 9’ ceilings, sunny backyard, crawlspace

$545,000

2389 MCDIVITT NANOOSE Here is your opportunity to own a home situated on a private .24 lot. Great price for first time home buyers or a rental property.

$169,000

Jo Pedersen

kevin clayton

17 - 631 BLENKIN AVE, PARKSVILLE • • • •

2004 built, 1084 sq/ft Patio Home on heated crawl. 2 Bed, 2 bath, natural gas heat & fireplace. 9 ft & vaulted ceilings, custom sun tunnels. Large double garage & sunny rear patio

$269,000

John Milroy

• • • •

388 BURNHAM ROAD

Spectacular 3,680 sqft. on .32 acres 4 beds, 4 baths; 2 bed in-law suite South facing lush gardens, spa Ideal as B&B or family home

$648,000

Ian Mackay

160 HOYLAKE W. ROAD

• • • •

Gated Manor with ocean views Gorgeous custom upgrades, dream kitchen Library, home gym, 3 fireplaces 4,141 sqft., 4 beds, 5 baths

$1,038,000 Aaron Nicklen*

1190 COURTNEY Immaculate home & 5.51 acres! 2788 sqft rancher (2008), 30x40 finished shop 3 bed 3 bath with bonus room 30x40 commercial greenhouse

$799,000

Anne Sperling

575 DOEHLE AVE, PARKSVILLE • • • •

1663 sq.ft. 3 bdrm / 2 bath rancher on 150 ft. deep lot RV parking or detached carriage house Luxurious master suite features soaker tub/glass shower Open plan with extra large covered outdoor living area

$419,900+GST

John Barnum

13-1401 PRICE ROAD

• 55+ Island Park Estate • Natural gas 3 sided fireplace • Extremely private, with lots of decks • Well run park, low pad fees

$94,900

Dale Rumming*

• • • •

170 CRESCENT W. ROAD

Exclusive rancher on 0.19 of an acre Elegant, extensive recent upgrades Across from Memorial Golf Course 2,108 sqft., 4 beds, 3 baths

$599,000

801 BENTRIDGE ROAD, PARKSVILLE

• 4 bed family home with 2 bed suite • Private, fully fenced yard • Totally renovated and move-in ready

$439,900

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3448 BLUEBACK DRIVE

Ocean views on 0.68 of an acre Covered terrace; fireplace/BBQ Elevator, contemporary design Two master suites, custom closets

768 DOEFAWN LANE, FRENCH CREEK • • • • •

2110 sq ft, 3 beds +den/office, 2.5 bath rancher .25 ac, fully fenced & irrigated w/easy care lawn Lifetime tile roof, hidden gutters, HRV & New HW tank Efficient kitchen w/walk-in pantry & separate DR 9’ ceilings, open concept living, generous master suite

Dale Rumming* $1,188,000 Aaron Nicklen* $449,500

Brenda Nicolls*

Aaron Nicklen*

#3 120 FINHOLM, PARKSVILLE

$149,900

Jim/Margo Hoffman

654 PHILLIPS

• Great Price • Great Home • Great Location

$269,900 W

Kim and Jo

2335 WESTON PLACE, NANOOSE BAY • Full of charm and character • On a sunny, private 0.83 acre lot • Steps away from shops and services

$399,000

Gary Neufeld

SOLD

1013 SABINE ROAD, SAN PAREIL

52A SURFSIDE • • • •

• The Meadows centrally located in Parksville • 2 bedroom condo Senior oriented • Recently painted, ready for you

• • • •

2005 park model in excellent condition. Directly across from the ocean Membership good until 2092 Come to Paradise and check it out now

$95,500

Tom Dodds

• • • •

1722 sq/ft 3 bed/3 bath San Pareil treasure New roof, hardwood flooring, master bath & more Large, covered rear deck & full fenced private yard Detached studio / workshop & gazebo

$349,000

John Milroy

SOLD • • • •

24- 631 BLENKIN AVE, PARKSVILLE

234 JAMES STREET

Great 3 bedroom rancher New kitchen and flooring Windows and roof 6 years old Large lot with fruit trees

$279,900

Ian Mackay

• • • •

2004 built, 1238 sq/ft, End Unit Patio Home. Open Concept Kitchen, Dining & Living Rooms. Southwest Exposure with wrap-around landscaping. Large double garage, lots of storage

$294,000

John Milroy

• • • •

1900 DELANICE WAY

Ocean view on 1.7 acres, mature trees Landscaped, walk-out basement Magnificent in-law suite 3,610 sqft., 4 beds, 4 baths

$828,000

Aaron Nicklen*

394 #L CRAIG STREET • Well maintained 3-bdrm mobile home • Share in friendly co-operative park • $150 monthly fee inc. maintenance, water, sewer, land tax

$159,000

217 HAMILTON AVENUE • • • •

3 bed 2 bath rancher on crawl Corfield Glades, level sunny lot, private back garden Maple kitchen, maple floors Gas stove, hw, fp, bbq

$405,000

Anne Sperling

3640 COLLINGWOOD, NANOOSE BAY

• Elegant & easy lifestyle • 3100 sq. ft. Fairwinds home • Home office potential

$599,900

Dale Rumming*

$29,900

Jill Tuggle

Ian Whitelaw $649,900

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Dale Rumming*

#2 - 2100 ERRINGTON ROAD

202A-181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE

• Best fractional value to own in the Beach Club Resort • 340sf Studio Unit with mini kitchen • Live the beach - and live the life!

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1988 SUN KING, PARKSVILLE

• Custom home on 2 1/2 acres • South exposure, fenced for horses • 3 bed 3 bath, level building lot for shop

3 bed, 2 bath New fenced yard Heat pump and open floor plan You own the land

$159,900

509-1155 RESORT DRIVE

• 865sf Deluxe Spa Bungalow • 1bdrm, 2 fireplaces • New reno’s/100% ownership

Dale Rumming*

$119,000 Jill Tuggle *PERSONAL REAL ESTATE COPORATION

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Brenda

Personal Real Estate Corp.

www.dalerumming.ca

dale@dalerumming.ca

Direct 250-951-6678

250-248-8371

Call for a professional evaluation. NO cost. NO obligation. NO pressure!

A portion of every commission is donated to the Oceanside Hospice Association.

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New Listing 427 Trio Lane, Qualicum Beach

And the winner is… Patricia M. has won the $100 Gift Certiﬁcate to the restaurant of her choice Susan S. has won a complimentary bottle of wine for her ﬂattering age entry!

Nicolls

Urban Chic Design, Country Setting

Linda Adams, PQB News and Dale Rumming drawing the winning entry form for Dale’s “I Want Your Opinion” contest.

Thank you for your overwhelming response and your fun guesses at my age. The guesses ranged from 32 to 50. (Loved the comment from one entrant who wrote, “You are a brave girl to tell people your age…”) Little Known Facts About Local Realtor, Dale Rumming • • • • • • • • • •

Used to play guitar & sing in lounges across Canada Loves to create with clay & has her own kiln Grew up mostly in Saskatchewan Moved 22 times in 10 years Sold Real Estate in Winnipeg when interest rates were 22% Moved to Vancouver in 1985, Sales Manager for Polygon Properties Moved to Vancouver Island in 1992 & started Tranquility Woods Been in the Top 10 in Coast office since licensed in 2005 Involved in husbands business with anti-aging, weight loss & health products AND, ON JULY 4TH, I will be 60!!!

It’s a great life, and I would love to work for you!

485,000

• Edgy, sophisticated 1700 sq ft home on 3 floors • Energy efficient, Insulated Concrete Form construction • Private, low maintenance .27 ac close to beach and town • 20 x 14 shop with 100 amp service & 220 volt outlet

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Walk-On Waterfront

#1 REALTOR at RE/MAX Anchor Realty in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013

• Over 2000 sq. ft split level home • Spacious & comfortable with 3 bdrms, 3 baths • Extra large attached double car garage • Lots of upgrades including new windows & siding

539,900 OPEN HOUSE - Sat. May 17 • 1-3pm $

Independently Owned and Operated

Personal Real Estate Corporation

5383 Deep Bay Drive, Bowser

Cozy Home

11 - 1050 BOWLBY ROAD

$82,500

994 RILEY ROAD

$154,000

• 896 sq ft with 2 bed 1 bath • 24 x 28 Shop with 225 amp power • Fenced on 1/2 acre • Beach access close-by

210,000

75 Islewood Drive, Bowser

Large Detached Shop

SOLD

• 1/2 acre lot with custom built home • 3 bdrm/4 bath & large bonus room • 2328 sq ft finished plus full basement • Large shop and dbl car garage

395,000

Arlene Sequoia REALTOR®

“Striving to deliver the best results to you. Always.” Call for your free no-obligation consultation

TIM

$225,000

sales@timpeligren.com 1785 Cameron Crescent $274,900

• Cozy 2 bedroom rancher, w/room to add on sits on almost 1 acre • Large living room features a faux stone fireplace w/efficient wood insert • Hardwood flooring, large window & sliding patio doors to the deck

1817 NORTHWEST BAY RD

124 CRAIG ST, PARKSVILLE OFFICE: 250-248-2488

Direct: 250-228-5558 1759 Martini $289,000

$289,900

4-570 CRESENT ROAD

19-639 ARBUTUS STREET

• Lovely rancher located on a .41 acre lot w/insulated shop & studio • Living room w/wood fireplace, dining area, 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths • Updates include newer kitchen, thermal, vinyl windows, carpets, blinds,

$310,000

• Beautiful, west coast designed, Wembley Lane town home • Lovely 1,265 sqft home features 2 spacious bedrms, 2 full baths • Large living room w/electric fireplace, large dining area

1647 ABBEY ROAD

• Ocean view, 1344 sq. ft. 2 bdrm unit in “Crescent Gardens” • Open floor plan w/vaulted ceilings, fireplace, double carport • New appliances, flooring, light fixtures, baseboards, paint

$299,900

$327,000

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• 1329 sq. ft. unit, open floor plan with vaulted ceilings • 2 large bedrms, 2 full bathrms, kitchen w/skylight, • Eating nk, dining area, gas fireplace. covered patio

916 MULHOLLAND DRIVE

$329,000

• Tastefully appointed 1692 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher • Bright white kitchen, eating area, living room w/woodstove • Family rm w/gas fireplace & skylight, double garage w/storage

278 MULBERRY PLACE

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$239,900

2-447 PYM STREET

124 Craig Street, Parksville

Peligren

1695 Nahmint Road $449,000

2285 MORELLO ROAD,

• Lovely remodelled 2 bedroom mobile home with addition on its own land • Features a large living rm w/woodstove, bright kitchen, new laminate • Within walking distance to schools, Wembly Mall & Oceanside Place Arena

4801 Blue Heron Drive, Bowser

I donate a percentage of all my sales towards Grandmothers to Grandmothers.

office. 250-248-2488 cell. 250-927-3449 email. arlenesequoia@gmail.com

• Well cared for mobile home w/beautifully landscaped & private, fenced yard • Best location at the end of the park beside a lovely treed area & is very private • 2 bdrms, 2 full baths, soaker tub, open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, oak cabinets

$339,900

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NE • 2930 sq. ft. mountain view home • 3 bdrms, 4 bthrms • Fully developed, unauthorized inlaw suite w/sep. entrance, hydro & septic • Detached 28’ x 26’ work shop • 2.5 acre property

1670 Meadowood $648,000

• 1566 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms • .355 acre fenced yard • Gated community

1680 Peligren Place $298,000

• 3 bedrooms, 1572 sq. ft. 2 story • Low maintenance yard • Beautiful southern exposure

Recreational Riverfront Lot $45,000

• Near new, 1680 sq.ft. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home on crawl • Maple hardwood floors in lvg/ dining rm, oak floors in bdrms • Alder wood kitchen w/island & breakfast bar, gas fp in lvg room

1490 SUNRISE DRIVE

$487,000

• 1480 sq. ft. 3 beds, 2 bath rancher on crawl in great condition • Bright kitchen, eating area, dining rm, living rm w/bay window, • Family rm w/gas fireplace, skylight in the entry, double garage

1387 WARD ROAD

$604,500

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• 360 degree ocean & mountains view • 4,600 Sq. ft 4 BR 3 bathrooms plus • One BR suite MLS # 370224

1600 Farrah’s Way $99,000

• Established vineyard, trout pond • Ocean & mountain views • Cleared & levelled building site • 36’x36’ shop already built • 3.18 acre MLS # 308194

5 ACRES - Little Qualicum $174,900

• Zoned for a RV, Tent or Yurt • .34 acres

18 Acre River Front $238,900

• Spacious, updated, 4 Bedroom, 4 bath, 2256 sq. ft rancher • Updates: windows, addition, plumbing, wood stove, etc • South facing back yard w/large patio, fruit trees RV parking

26-1059 TANGLEWOOD PLACE

$619,000

LITTLE QUALICUM RIVER 2.49 Acre Very private Cleared ready to build Backing on Park

• Panoramic ocean view property • Allows for 2 homes • Many trails in the area

• 2 homes allowed • End of road • 12’ x 24’ storage unit • Southern exposure

Find the property you have been searching for at: www.timpeligren.com

868 GAETJEN STREET

$1,585,000

River Front Acreage • • • •

• 5.86 beautiful acres with lovely fence pasture area • 2 large homes, mobile home and carriage home • Includes a 20’ x 22’ workshop/garage

• Beautiful ocean view condo on the amazing Rathtrevor Beach • Tanglewood, the ultimate, luxurious vacation home, • Vaulted ceilings, hardwd flrs, granite counters & fabulous bathrms.

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• SPECTACULAR WATERFRONT HOME! custom built. • .49 acre lot, Gourmet kitchen w/cherry wood cabinets, wine cellar • SS appliances, granite counter tops, baker’s island w/breakfast bar

View on VIRTUAL TOUR: www.nancybolch.ca Recipient of Sales award for the TOP 100 REALTORS IN RE/MAX Western Canada

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We’ve all seen them and the sofa or linen identically, thought “What are they trying to create more interest by going achieve?” You know the rooms a few tones up or down the cothat have so many cushions in lour spectrum to set them apart. them that the item of furniture Cushions break down hard they are trying to decorate bemodern lines in a contempocomes lost in a sea of padded rary home but also add life to softness! older darker properties. Styling a property is all about Beds in particular can be using colour, tone and texture to overwhelmed by the unnecesthe best effect to create a space sary accumulation of cushions. buyers love, but there are times A bed needs to look inviting, but Vicki Lerch when people go too far and if you have a stack of cushions completely overdo it. and pillows that almost touch the end of the We use pillows to amplify a colour selection bed; you will need to head to bed an hour earfor a room or to reflect seasons. They round ly to remove the items before you can get in out a piece of furniture such as a chair, sofa or it. It’s not realistic so avoid this look completebed and help people envision a lifestyle in the ly. Softer, more neutral cushions work better property through soft furnishing. in the bedroom creating a more relaxing and But how do you use cushions and how romantic feel. many is too many? Well the obvious answer is The big tip for home sellers buying up cushif you cannot use the piece of furniture due to ions is don’t buy cheap, badly filled cushions, the overload of pillow placement, you need to they will never sit right or look plump and instep away. Overloading a space and not leav- viting. My favourite cushions are down filled ing room for living on the furniture is breaking with zippers. Zippers allow you to change one of the cardinal rules. out your covers with each season or mood. You need to compliment the piece of fur- Avoid at all costs giving the cushion the karate niture you are adorning, but not overwhelm chop cat’s ears look by walloping the cushion it. Symmetry is important, but so is an injec- in the top centre, it looks just plain weird. I tion of texture and tone from complimentary find the best place to shop for cushions is at cushions. You need not go for five of the same Sweet Dreams Bed & Bath Shop in Qualicum cushions to style a sofa as it will look bland Beach or Homesense in Nanaimo or Courteand uninteresting, but create a diverse look nay. Do you know it takes 23 cushions to stage that draws in feature colours from around the a house? room. Matching it to artwork, wall colours or Nest is the bi-weekly column by Vicki Lerch accessories creates a welcoming flow in the from Sold On Staging about home staging, room. With sofas in general, odd numbers redesign, and home related topics. If you work better than evens. have questions about home staging or redeBe mindful not to use cushions that match sign, send them to vicki@soldonstaging.ca

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12-177 WEST 2ND AVE

Real Estate Group

KEN AARBO - BROKER/OWNER JOLENE AARBO - REALTOR ®/OWNER

Beautiful Oceanviews in Fairwinds

INTRODUCING A BEAUTIFUL OCEANVIEW FAIRWINDS HOME OVERLOOKING SCHOONER COVER MARINA JUST NORTH OF NANAIMO. Lovely open living concept and exceptional architectural detailing & vaulted ceilings are featured in this exclusive Fairwinds home. Expansive ocean & mountain views with lovely hardwood flooring, custom millwork throughout home, large decks & lovely private, fenced in Japanese inspired garden with mini-waterfall feature and pond, plus heated driveway. The large kitchen includes built-in appliances, plenty of cabinets & storage, lots of counterspace overlooking large open living room with floor to ceiling windows to maximize view featuring cozy propane fireplace. Enjoy the sunny mornings from the breakfast nook next to kitchen with access to large deck, all with the same stunning views of the Georgia Strait. The formal dining area showcases beautiful built in cabinets all looking out through large windows to private garden.

2151 Scottvale Place, Nanoose Bay

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$698,000

Beautiful Acreage with 2 Homes EXECUTIVE ACREAGE WITH 2 HOMES IN QUALICUM BEACH, BC, MID VANCOUVER ISLAND. Exceptional location on quiet No-Thru paved road just a short hike to Downtown Qualicum or spectacular Qualicum “Beach”, one of Canada’s favorite Pacific Ocean Beaches! This Beautiful 5 Acre property boasts a professionally designed 3541 SqFt Main Home, ideal for larger family with 4 BR’s including large Master with walk-in closet plus ensuite, also includes 4pc Bath, Exercise Rm & Craft Rm all on the Upper Level. Main Floor is again ideally designed for a larger Family with Kitchen, Eating Area, Family Rm, 2 Pc Bath, Laundry, Office, “Plus” Formal Dining, Living Rm & Private Conversation Rm with Gas Fireplace and Wet Bar. Very inviting Curb Appeal as you enter this Estate Property to Double Att Garage, beautiful landscaped yard, or to Detached Workshop. This property could easily be developed into a Horse Acreage. Second Home is private, currently rented out for $1200/Mo. Includes approx 1315 sqft with 2 BR’s, Den, 2 Baths & Double Att Garage, Private access with own Address, 815. Numerous other features to be discovered by a private viewing, call today for yours!

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797 E. Garden Road, Qualicum Beach

250.228- 0995

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410C-181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE

$995,000

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OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1pm to 4pm

Located at 500 Corfield St. Parksville, BC PHASE I & II SOLD OUT • PHASE III & PHASE IV NOW SELLING

Starting at $335,000

PLUS GST

• Beautifully finished single level patio homes.

• Oversized 2 car garage.

• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, + den.

• 1333 to 1500 sq. ft of living space.

Show Suite Designed by Patti Ransom Interior Design.

CONTACT US 1.866.956.6228 www.creeksideatcorfield.com FOR A FULL INFORMATION PACKAGE CONTACT John Cooper *PREC john@coopermclintock.ca or Sean McLintock *PREC sean@coopermclintock.ca IN-LAW SUITE $359,900

Les Pockett

Personal Real Estate Corporation

VANCOUVER ISLAND

* Personal Real Estate Corporation

NEW LISTING $239,900

• 2165 sq.ft/ 3 bed/3 bath • .86 ac private parklike fenced yard • Beautifully finished downstairs suite • Stainless appliances, vaulted ceilings, large deck

• .33 acre level building lot • Located in “The Bluffs” development • 1 block to Eaglecrest golf course • Distant mountain and ocean views

(250) 927-7653

OCEAN VIEW $439,900

1-800-224-5906

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PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS $194,900

AVORADO RESORT $46,900

CO-OP PARK $124,900

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679 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC

MLS# 373924

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Independently Owned & Operated

• 876 sq.ft. 2 bed/ 1 bath • Backs onto greenspace • Single attached garage • Light and bright rancher

MLS# 370630

lespockett@telus.net

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty

NEW LISTING $214,900

1722 sq. Ft 2 bed/ 2 bath Great room design featuring over-height ceilings Crown mouldings, stone fireplace, maple cabinets Luxurious master bedroom with 5 piece ensuite

MLS# 370582

MLS# 368015

Cell:

NEW LISTING $559,900

of Nanaimo 250.751.1223

• 2480 sq.ft. 3 bed/ 3 bath • Fully fenced 1.5 acres • Heat pump, RV parking • 2 27’ long attached garages

• Use of waterfront clubhouse • Short stroll to the beach MLS# 359863

CENTRAL LOCATION $314,900

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS $64,900

• • • •

• Fully serviced RV lot

MLS# 373360

FAMILY FRIENDLY PARK $154,900

5.19 acres w/ ocean views Cleared building site 5 GPM drilled well and power Fully lockable 12’x12’x 24’ storage unit

• 1010 sq.ft., 2 bed / 1 bath • Spacious 13 x 17 deck • Metal roof, new eavestroughs • 10 x 7 all purpose shed MLS# 369103

MLS# 361710

INVESTMENT OR STARTER $211,900

WALK ON WATERFRONT $399,900

• 1.22 acres building lot • Hydro and water at road • 12’ x 12’ x 24’ storage unit incl. MLS# 372109

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1420 sq.ft. /3 bed/2 bathrooms Double car garage, great location Newer roof, heat pump, new windows Stainless steel appliances, new high end washer/ dryer

MLS# 365781

• 1540 sq.ft./ 3 bed./ 2 full bath • 10x15 sunroom / 10x10 workshop • Fully fenced backyard, beautifully landscaped • Family friendly park MLS# 357004

• 984 sq. ft., 2 bed / 2 bath • 7 year old, .21 acre mountain view • Kitchen island w/ eating bar • 12x12x24 storage unit is included MLS# 366035

• 1344 sq.ft., 3 bed / 2 bath • .47 acre adjacent to marina • Deep Bay waterfront property MLS# 354144

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Grant Wildeman REALTOR®

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For Every Move You Make

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned & Operated

Cell: (250) 927-0357 Office: (250) 248-4321 Toll Free: 1-800-694-0357

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MATT BREEDLOVE

Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES)

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Parksville-Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned and Operated

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895 Bouman Place, French Creek $399,900 • • • •

Centrally located 3 bedroom 2 bathroom rancher Hardwood floors and granite throughout Heat pump and 3D electric fireplace Loads of RV parking / Fully fenced

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3-3199 Brooklin Lane, Hilliers $199,000

*Rates subject to change without notice. Certain conditions may apply based on OAC, E & OE*

2066 sq. ft. stand alone Crofton Model Hardwood flooring, gourmet kitchen and custom built ins Bright and sunny southern exposure Oversized garage

764 Ermineskin Avenue, parksville $379,000 • • • •

QUALICUM BAY BUSINESS

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Immaculate 4386 sqft estate property on a .61 acre lot with fruit trees Spacious redesigned kitchen w/ granite countertops & high-end appls Self contained upper floor with family and dining rooms plus a kitchen Large master suite with a balcony, clawfoot tub, massage showerstall

$789,000

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Be Your Own Boss!

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$209,000

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$314,900

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2050 sqft 3 bed brand new main-level entry just steps to the beach Great Room w/ 11’ ceiling & gas FP, Island Kitchen w/ granite CTs Covered verandah w/ocean views, Dining Room, main floor Master Covered old-growth cedar deck w/ west exposure, fenced .18 acre

FABULOUS QUALITY EXTRAS

LANTZVILLE FAMILY HOME W

2576 sqft 3 bed/3 bath custom-built “Camelot” home on .33 acre Living Room w/9’ trayed ceiling & nat gas FP, elegant Dining Rm Wood/slate floors, exquisite Kitchen w/quartz” CTs, wood cabinets Meticulous landscaped, SW facing, water feature, brick pathway

$679,000

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Bright & airy 2195 sqft 3 bed split-level near town center & beach Large Living Room w/ brick FP feature, spacious eat-in Kitchen Family Room w/gas FP, sunny courtyard, huge entertainers patio .28 acre corner lot, no-thru-rd, gated RV prkg, dbl garage w/shop

SPACIOUS SUNNY BACKYARD

$549,000

FAIRWINDS ON THE COURSE

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BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS

1 BLOCK TO THE OCEAN

Walkabout Clothing Company $89,000 • Well Established Clothing Company • Top Line Brands & Great Location • High Traffic Area, Covered Parking • Be Your Own Boss & Make some money

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1180 sqft 2 bed in “Primrose Lane” (55+) near shopping, park, golf Open plan Living/Dining Room w/lrg picture window & propane FP Kitchen w/sun-tunnel, Guest Bed w/murphy bed, good sized Master Very private SW-facing patio, fenced yard, & delightful landscaping

Build the home of your dreams! .53 acre treed lot near Parksville Level lot is completely ready to develop, services already in place A short walk to Pacific Shores Nature Resort and Madrona Point Simply bring your dreams and create something really amazing!

MINUTES TO TOWN

STATELY QUALICUM HOME

$129,000 $229,000 $245,000

SUPERB BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY $765,000

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Lodge w/3700+ sqft lower level: cafe/bistro, lounge, stage, & gift shop Upper level:1500+sqft reno’d apartment w/gourmet kitchen/some views 1800+ sqft house w/an updated kitchen, 4 cabins, 5 RV hookup spots 6 acre (split zoning-commercial/rural res), farm status w/animal shelter

NANOOSE BUILDING LOT W

2380 Fowler Road, Qualicum Beach $339,900 • 2030 sq ft 3 Bdrms + Den, 2 Bath • Private Level .59 of an Acre South Facing • Fabulous Garden Areas, 2 Wells • Small Workshop, Garden Shed

QUALICUM PATIO HOME

LUXURIOUS AND IMPRESSIVE

The Shorewater Condominium Resort • Waterfront Townhouse 3 Available • Rental Pool Income in Place • Kayaking, Fishing & Windsurfing • A Vacation Getaway on the Ocean

4 bedrooms, 3 bathroom family home Living, family and bonus room Updated flooring and paint Fully fenced and RV parking

GATED MANOR AT OCEANSIDE

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$424,900

Waterfront Condos

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175 HOYLAKE ROAD W, QUALICUM BEACH

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• Custom built rancher style executive home in Qualicum Beach • Built by John Collins, designed by locally renowned architect, Peter Jorgensen • Distinctive California red tile roof to bright & light spacious interior floor plan • Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, a 10 minute walk to all amenities, golf & beach

• Walk-on totally updated QB oceanfront .5 acre home with detached 2 car garage/shop - total 4 car garage • New kitchen cabinetry, marble & granite countertops, 6 burner thermador gas range, 2-30” subzero fridges • Main 8” hardwood flooring, marble fireplace, custom remote control/soft touch Hunter Douglas blinds • Heated 20” tiled floors in ensuite which boasts Kohler Vibracoustic tub, separate travertine shower

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$549,500

423 CRESCENT W ROAD, QUALICUM BEACH

• Breathtaking ½ acre incredible Ocean view Estate Property in Qualicum Beach • Oversized dbl. garage & attached guest quarters w/2 en-suited bed & family room • 2 design building plans available for front part of present original home • Golf, beaches & all the amenities of the quaint town of Qualicum Beach

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• Renovated 2 bed/1bath mobile on quiet .47 acre land in French Creek • Potentially sub dividable, great investment, rentable, or move in • $15,000 in improvements, new flooring, appliance, immaculate & clean • Close to beaches & amenities of Parksville & Qualicum Beach, 8 golf course

$725,000

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active wheel drive (AWD) system. Says Hyundai: “Performance of the vehicle’s all-new platform was validated in some of the world’s most demanding driving environments, including Germany’s famed Nürburgring Nordschleife and Korea’s Yeongam Formula 1 racing circuit.” The large variety of proving grounds offered by the northern Okanagan was much more appealing to me. And especially so in the car equipped with the 311 horsepower, 3.8-litre GDI V6 engine. Flipping between the Normal, Eco and Sport modes and tapping the gear-changing paddles on the steering wheel made for an enjoyable drive. Little lean in the corners and sprightly up hill. Both engines are coupled to an 8-speed automatic transmission with a SHIFTRONIC manual mode. The base price is $43,000, $48,000 gets you the Luxury version, and $53,000 loads up the tech features. If you want the V8, get ready to spend $62,000. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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The all-new, third generation 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited AWD tips the scale at 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs.) It’s not a svelte vehicle. Inside, this Highlander can carry up to seven passengers. It’s not a cramped vehicle. And behind the third row of seats, there’s a cargo capacity of 385L. It’s an accommodating vehicle. So when I knew that I’d be logging more than 1,000 kilometres in a week, perhaps

crazy to want to take this (relatively) heavy and large SUV along for the ride. Normally, I would too. But there’s a word in its name that made me want to take this beauty of a beast for the long haul: Hybrid. As I entered the Flaxen (aka beige) adorned cabin, I reached for the “Eco Mode” button underneath the redesigned centre stack. I gave that a push. The Eco mode is a feature that lessens the

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you watch its width but manoeuvring it around in parking lots isn’t a chore at all. Thanks to its rack and pinion-type, electric power steering, you can move around graciously. Though this is not my first hybrid SUV that I’ve tested, I am always excited to see how well these machines perform in regards to fuel economy. After all, there’s a 3.5L, V6 engine under the hood, which is then matched with an electric motor, a Sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride battery and an Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT). The result is a net 280 horsepower. There’s also a 1,587 kg (3,500 lbs.) towing capacity. Looking at the estimated fuel results, it’s rated at 6.8L/100km in the city and 7.2L/100km on the highway. Keep in mind the aforementioned stats about its size and weight and those numbers are really impressive. My real world numbers? A combined average of 8.9L/100km. Not bad. Not bad at all. Most of my driving was done on the highway so the hybrid system doesn’t have a chance to run off electricity alone at those speeds. Oh, and it’s all-wheel drive. Sun or snow, this SUV is ready for it all. With fuel prices hovering around the $1.50/ litre mark, the more kilometres I can get out of a tank, the better. And the Highlander Hybrid made me a very happy gal. The conclusion: The 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited AWD is competent, potent and a fabulous sport utility vehicle even in Eco Mode where the fun is a little bit restricted.

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a river where I found a nice sandy mound. With the aid of my flash light I quickly spread the sand out with my arms making a flat area in which to put my tent. It was about 5:30 am when I first noticed the red ants crawling all around my sleeping bag. I was tired so killing the one at a time was not a big deal until I saw many climbing the side of the tent. I quickly climbed out of my tent to discover the soft sandy mound I found was actually a giant anthill. The vehicles of today have the capabilities of descending steep hills without even putting your foot on the brake and you could

disconnect your sway bar end links to allow for more articulation. Ability to stop on a hill without rolling back is nice. Comfortable seats are really an improvement, especially on long trips. Although we can’t relive the past, it’s important to remember technology is there to help us. There is no replacement for common sense, so don’t let your truck drive you, drive it and be safe. If you have any fun and not-so-fun truck tales to share, please drop me a line. ian.harwood@drivewaybc.ca

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Nanaimo’s Retail Garden Centre Superstore

NA NEWS BNAIMO ULLETIN

2013

Over 2 Acres - 100,000 sq. ft. of all your needs for gardening, landscaping and lawns! • Better than box stores, grocery stores, big chain stores • Better service, selection, quality, quantity & most of all the horticulture knowledge these stores cannot provide!

PLANTLAND Across from Home Depot, next to United Furniture, by the Best Western Hotel.

100% Canadian Owned!

ST OF THE CI BE E

BEST OUTDOOR GARDEN CENTRE 11 YEARS IN A ROW

WE HAVE BETTER PLANTS THAN BOX STORES AND GROCERY STORES!

VICTORIA DAY WEEKEND & WEEKLY SPECIALS

OPEN EVERYDAY THIS LONG WEEKEND!

ALL OUTDOOR NURSERY STOCK VICTORIA DAY WEEKEND ONLY THIS SALE ENDS MONDAY, MAY 19 - 6:00 PM

OFF

REG. PRICES

RHODODENDRONS PERENNIAL SPRING BULBS & AZALEAS (Late Spring, Summer Flowering) BEDDING PLANTS 97 OW ALL PACKAGED & LOOSE

NOW IN STOCK

4”, 5”, 6” POT SIZE

Plus 4” Pot size, Perennial Ground Cover

QUALITY PLANTS - TIME TO PLANT NOW

EG. Dahlias,N Lilies, Gladiolus, Perennial Roots

ZONAL

% OFF REG. PRICES

1 Gallon Pot Size

Regular 13.99

NOW

ALL OTHER SIZES OF RHODOS AND AZALEAS

EA.

% OFF MARKED PRICE

FABULAWN

WEEKS BRAND

24-4-16 LAWN FERTILIZER GERANIUMS POTTED ROSES Best lawn food for Vancouver Island,

4” POT SIZE REG. 3.99 ea.

NOW

97 EA.

ALL 1 GALLON BLUEBERRY PLANTS

MASSIVE SELECTION

REG. 29.99 ea.

NOW

97 EA.

covers 4,300 sq.ft. of lawn. REG. 32.99

27 %

NOW

TIME TO APPLY NOW!

OUR ANNUAL SPECIAL!

20 9 JUMBO 6 PACK VEGETABLES NOW IN!

REG. $13.99

NOW

ALL OUTDOOR

HANGING BASKETS MASSIVE SELECTION BEST BASKETS IN TOWN

NOW

OFF

REG. PRICES

BULK FISH COMPOST, BARK MULCH, PREMIUM GARDEN MIX SOIL 6469 Metral Drive Nanaimo, BC

Across from Home Depot, Real Canadian Superstore, next Leon’s Furniture

CALL FOR FREE GARDENING ADVICE

TOLL FREE: 1-866-845-3919

250-390-1151

PLANTLAND

55+ SENIORS DAY IS EVERY WEDNESDAY

15% OFF Regular Priced Items

(Except Bulk Soil, Bark, Fish Compost)

HOURS 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 7 DAYS A WEEK