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Class of 2014: Grads glad to represent class WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

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raduating from Alberni District Secondary School this year is like reading an unfinished story.

“It’s like reading a book that everyone likes but when you get to the end the last few pages are missing,” ADSS Grade 12 student Ross Johnson said. “It’s a very good analogy.”

Johnson was referring to the teachers’ strike, which effectively ended the school year on June 13.

“It’s a very anticlimactic feeling.

Everything ended so suddenly,” he said. “A few more weeks would have been nice.”

More than 200 Grade 12 students are donning their red caps and gowns and walking the stage on Friday to receive their diplomas.

Johnson, 18, and classmate Logan Jackson, 18, are the ADSS Class of 2014 valedictorian and MC respectively.

The two were chosen after an election by the student body in the spring. Three people ran for valedictorian and three for MC. “I was excited when I found out I was chosen. I texted my brother in Vancouver, he texted me back saying “way to go bro,” said Jackson, who attended Redford and Eighth Avenue elementary schools and EJ Dunn Middle

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Logan Jackson, sitting front, and Ross Johnson, are the Alberni District Secondary School Class of 2014 will be the MC and valedictorian respectively at the high school graduation ceremonies on Friday.

School before ADSS. Jackson is used to being in the public eye and speaking to audiences. He’s been an ace news reporter with ABC News, the school’s news report in the mornings.

“It’s along the lines with what I do so I’m comfortable...I thought I might as well (try),” Jackson said Being an MC is a big challenge but Jackson is up to the task. He stands more than six feet tall and is thickly built. But the gentle giant has an easy way about him, something that he says will serve him

well.

“I want to keep things light, running smoothly and maybe even cracking a joke or two. “I’ve got a couple in mind—one about the mayor—but I have to get them approved first,” he said.

Johnson’s first taste of public speaking came at the annual Totem basketball tournament in January when he ran as the rugby spirit contest candidate. He never spoke publicly much and being the valedictorian is a problem to be solved, something he’s liked

doing since childhood.

“The day I made my speech to students at Totem I realized that I was confident and that I could do this,” he said.

Johnson is a French Immersion student and attended Alberni Elementary and EJ Dunn before going to ADSS. A problem solver, Johnson is a deep thinker who sees meaning in being valedictorian below the surface of the issue, something he hopes to impart during his speech on grad night.

“You’re trying to summarize 200

people’s experiences during their 13 years in school,” he said.

“We’re lucky to be Canadian. We’re fortunate to have the educational opportunities that we do.”

The pair knew each other in passing since Grade 9 and both list biology as their favourite course.

Jackson lists Mr. McLaren as his favourite high school teacher. “He’d go off on these tangents about his life and life’s experiences but they were really interesting,” he said.

Johnson enjoyed his

experience with most teachers, he said, but he lists Mr. Hall as his favourite. “He made biology fun. He made class fun.”

The two have plans for post secondary studies.

Jackson grew up wanting to be a helicopter pilot. But after graduation, he’ll be studying to be a nurse at Langara College in Vancouver.

His mother Joanne works at West Coast General Hospital.

He admits to being bitten by the journalism bug during his time with ABC News though. “I might

still pursue that in some form, although I don’t know what yet,” he said. “I really like the idea of doing voice animation too.”

Johnson is Lower Mainland bound.

He’ll be studying engineering at the University of British Columbia in September.

“Engineering is about problem solving and I like problem solving.

I always liked doing puzzles when I was a kid,” he said.

Like other graduates who are leaving Port Alberni the two look forward to new destinations, new schools and new challenges. But they’ll miss some things about home. “I’ll miss my friends and how everyone is a fiveminute drive away.

And I’ll miss the lake too,” he said.

Jackson said he’ll miss the Valley’s air quality, as well as Harbour Quay,” he said. “I’d say I won’t miss the rain but Vancouver gets rain too.”

Graduating from high school represents the culmination of change, Johnson said. “It’s all about how we have changed in the past 13 years of school,” he said. “We’ve taken on new responsibilities and we have fun in new ways now.”

Jackson says he’s changed as well. “It’s been a long time since I played tag. Toilet tag was my favourite. I’m going to kind of miss that.” reporter@albernivalleynews.com Twitter.com/AlberniNews

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IHS unveils plan to increase revenue HERITAGE: | Passes for locals, vendors at the train station implemented to reduce city supplement of steam train, McLean Mill.

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A new agreement between the city and Industrial Heritage Society promises to increase ridership on the Alberni Pacific Railway and introduce vendors at the train

station.

City economic development manager Pat Deakin announced the agreement at council’s June 23 meeting.

Some of the initiatives include discounted rides ($33) for local residents and corporate packages

valued at $1,500. Also added is a frequent passenger punch-card where every fifth ride is free. “We hope this translates into more riders,” Deakin said.

Commercial vendors will be allowed to set up inside the train station on lower Argyle Street for the

first time, Deakin said.

Vendors will set up in the station’s main lobby, and will sell pop and jewelry items, he said.

The vendors won’t interfere with sales of similar items at nearby businesses though. ‘We don’t want to step on toes,”

Deakin said.

The move may result in permanent vendors at the station as of next summer.

The PEAK radio will promote the new initiatives in exchange for a corporate pass.

Nichelle Portrait Studio will provide photography services

to be used for promotional services for two family passes.

Long term plans include changing the layout of the nonheritage section of McLean Mill—that being the visitors’ centre compound.

One possible change being considered is

moving the restaurant to the exhibit space.

As well, the IHS will review its 2007 strategic plan at the end of this season with an eye to developing a new one.

McLean Mill is listed as a national historic site. reporter@albernivalleynews.com

Old high school coming down City rents

Esso ‘beach’ for a dollar

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A concrete block and two mounds of rubble are all that remains of the theatre and gymnasium of the old Alberni District Secondary School on Burde Street.

Both buildings were levelled within the last month, School District 70 Secretary Treasurer Lindsay Cheetham said. The old administration building and the library are still standing.

The demolition, which officials thought would be completed in May, is now slated to be finished by the end of July, Cheetham said.

The work was originally scheduled to be finished by April but the demo was

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Crews are making progress with demolition at the old high school site on Burde Street.

extended to allow for removing asbestos material.

Community members pined for the buildings to be left intact and operating because of their long history.

But school officials said the buildings would be too costly to renovate, bring up to earthquake standard and add stand-alone plumbing, electricity and heating—not to mention finding

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The former library will be left standing for now.

The two-storey building was renovated in the last decade and meets earthquake standards.

The building remains minimally heated and maintained.

No community group has expressed interest in the facility yet, Cheetham said. reporter@albernivalleynews.com Twitter.com/AlberniNews

The Alberni Valley News will be closed July 1, 2014 for Canada Day Deadline for booking display advertising will be 4 p.m. Monday June 30.

The city has added another public beach to its waterfront.

Port Alberni city councillors voted in favour of leasing beach front property with Imperial Oil at their June 23 meeting.

The city will lease the former Esso property—located between the Harbour Quay Marina and Harbour Quay, right next to the public boat launch—for five years, for which the city will pay the oil giant $1 per year, Parks and Recreation manager Scott Kenny said.

The lease has a clause in which each party has 30 days to opt out, he said.

City crews will begin light cleanup of the site as well as building a $2,500 staircase that will lead down to the beach.

The property is still classified as a brownfield site because of contamination from its former life as a fuel depot, a report noted.

The city retains the option of renewing the agreement after five years, he added.

The company is still conducting a geo-technical survey of the site and has tubes sticking out of the ground as a result, Kenny said.

If the city wants to undertake more detailed work on the site then a company representative must be present to inspect what is being brought there, he added.

Kenny cautioned against long-term improvements to the property, but added that it has potential because the boat ramp could be improved and amenities could be added. reporter@albernivalleynews.com

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It’s your last chance to check out the exhibit at Rollin Art Centre by local artist Murray Claughton. The exhibit showcases a selection of oil painting of both local landscapes and ones depicting his travels in Mexico. The show runs to July 5.

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The Sunset Market is back at Victoria Quay for another summer run.

The market started on June 25 and is being held from 6-9 p.m. every Wednesday until Aug. 27.

The market features good and wares from more than 25 vendors and will also feature local entertainment.

The vendors will range from artists, crafters, jewelers and non-profit organizations.

The market is a partnership between the Port Alberni Chamber of Commerce and the Hupacasath First Nation.

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Paulson first casualty in cuts

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Ron Paulson, a fixture at the AV Multiplex for a decade, has been laid off.

pay $2,247 instead of $4,493.

The move is connected to the situation with the Bulldogs. “But we were looking at making organization changes before the Bulldogs requested a reduction,” parks and recreation manager Scott Kenny said.

“I did say to council that we would be making changes at the facility.”

No other staff were let go, Kenny said.

The multiplex may be the same building it always has been, but the environment it operates is changing, he added.

The Bulldogs don’t sell our regularly anymore; there are fewer groups using the facility; and new liquor laws will soon impact the facility.

“There’ll still be programs at the facility but we needed to re-allocate our resources.”

New sports facilities supervisor Steve Bilodeau will assume management of the Multiplex along with the Bob Dailey Stadium, Glenwood Centre and the sports fields.

Paulson’s last project is to help with the ADSS Class

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Whale of a tale

Darrell Ross, holds up a replica spear in the exhibit Hishok, Tseshaht Whaling at the Maritime Discovery Centre’s Hutcheson Gallery, Saturday morning. Ross co-curated the exhibit, which features art, artifacts, photographs and history of whaling and its importance to the Tseshaht culture on the Alberni Inlet.

Council expense policy to change WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

City councillors held a special meeting on June 23 to discuss their expenses and reimbursed costs.

Councillors agreed that manager of corporate services Theresa Kingston bring back a revised council expense bylaw and policy for consideration and adoption this fall.

Council expenses are guided by travel and credit card policies as well as a council expenses bylaw, Kingston said.

While the documents provide direction there is a grey area that needs to be clarified, she added.

Policy sets out that councillors can bill for expenses for business in town, out of town and representing council while in town.

Suggested improvements include identifying and clarifying specific incidentals covered by the remuneration; paying for the cost of a standard single room; changing per diem to reflect meal costs; and identifying

specific expenses covered while attending official functions in the city.

Councillors cited examples of some

annual functions they attend out of town that should be included as a regular function they attend.

The issue of council

remuneration arose after the city’s audit committee last spring requested clarification about the grey areas. reporter@albernivalleynews.com

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Reducing ice rental fees paid by the Alberni Valley Bulldogs to the city has claimed its first victim.

Long-time Parks and Recreation programmer Ron Paulson has been let go from his position at the Alberni Valley Multiplex. His last day is June 27.

“I never saw this coming; it caught us off guard. My family and I are still in shock,” Paulson said.

“Things change and change is difficult but I have to move on now.”

A letter to Paulson from the city noted that “forces beyond our control” forced management to reduce programs and services in the Parks, Recreation and Heritage department.

“We inform you that your position as a regular parttime recreation programmer at the Multiplex has been eliminated,” the letter noted.

On June 23, city council voted to finalize an agreement with the Bulldogs that would see their ice rental fees chopped in half for the next two years.

The team currently pays $4,300 per month in rental costs and $1,000 per game for playoffs. The fee increases by two per cent every year.

In the 2014-2015 season, the team will pay the city $2,203 instead of $4,405. In the 2015-2016 season the team see a two per cent increase and will

of 2014 graduation ceremonies on Friday.

After that, he’ll leave his office for the last time, turn in his keys, walk out of the Multiplex and into an uncertain future.

“I’m going to miss watching the little kids in their skating programs and working with the staff,” he said. “It’s those moments that you understand why you do what you do.”

Paulson said he’s concerned about what will happen to programs he oversaw like men’s and women’s recreational hockey as well as with kids learning to skate.

“Those were near and dear to me. I don’t know what they’re going to do though.”

A native of Edmonton, Alta, Paulson first came to Port Alberni as a member of a men’s hockey team from Prince George in 1974.

He fell in love with the Valley after arriving and met a local girl named Beth whom he would marry. Paulson stayed in his newly adopted home playing hockey for the former Labatts Blues.

Paulson helped with the Tall Ships festival as well as with the 2009 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge.

Paulson said he’s going to take time driving to a family occasion in Alberta this summer to reflect on the experience and take stock of himself.

“This is still sinking it and I’m not sure what I’m going to do but I’ll land on my feet. I’m a survivor,” he said.

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Flyin’ high

into the wild blue yonder The Alberni Valley Regional Airport was buzzing with activity on Sunday as the Alberni Flying Club held its annual open house under blue skies and bright sunshine. Nearly 150 people came to check out the airport , including pilots

bringing their aircraft from as far away as Boundary Bay and Langley on the Lower Mainland to Campbell River and Nanaimo on the Island. Club members and ACRD director Penny Cote touted the potential of the airport.

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A member of the Alberni Valley Flying Club directs aircraft on the taxiway at the regional airport, Sunday afternoon. Nearly 150 people visited the airport for the club’s annual open house, some enjoying scenic flights.

Grant Neilson, far left, from Campbell River takes off in his homebuit RV-9A after stopping in at the Alberni Flying Club’s open house. Grace Abbott and her brother Ryan, left, check out the Piasecki helicopter that Coulson Aircrane had on static display in front of their hangar, Sunday afternoon.

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Regional district ready to roll out ag plan ACRD: | Request goes out for help on implementation.

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The Alberni Clayoquot Regional District agricultural plan is taking another step forward.

ACRD planning department staff met with Alberni Farmers Institute

officials about the plan at a meeting on April 24. Now they are advertising for someone to implement a new plan.

“We want to talk a bit about the agricultural plan with the farmers institute and make sure we’re on track with them,” ACRD planner Mike Irg said back in April.

Adopted in 2011, the 20-year plan describes the state of local agriculture. It

also reviews the type of agriculture in the area, resources use, capacity issues, soil and water content as well as regulation and policy issues that impact local agriculture.

“We also want to try and identify areas where we feel there is an opportunity for growth,” Irg said.

According to the report, Port Alberni has 7,702 hectares of land in the agricultural

land reserve, of which only 41 per cent is farmed; more than 90 per cent is used for livestock production or livestock feed; 239 hectares is used for vegetables, berries and grapes.

There is a high demand for locally grown food, but only five to 11 per cent is grown locally, the report notes.

The plan also notes that while production is down from historic

levels there are opportunities to market products to local consumers and to tourists.

Water is available for distribution, and while the agricultural land is isolated in the Alberni Valley it’s an opportunity to raise disease-free products and preserve genetic integrity, according to the document.

The plan also sets out 12 goals, among which are

improving marketing of Alberni Valley and its agricultural products, improved market access for local farmers, improve land base productivity and to increase availability of water for agriculture.

There is a lot of land for instance that is currently used for haying and grazing that is capable of producing other crops if the right opportunity came along, Irg said.

The meeting with the Farmers Institute was part of the first goal which is to improve the effectiveness of farm

and community organizations. ACRD officials attended the Islands Agricultural Show in Duncan in February as part of the initiative as well.

The next step is to proceed with the second goal which is to brand Port Alberni as a place where quality agricultural products are produced, Irg said.

The request for proposals closes June 27. Contact the regional district office at 250-7202710 or e-mail mirg@ acrd.bc.ca for more information. reporter@albernivalleynews.com Twitter.com/AlberniNews

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Some western wear and a little swagger were the order of the day for pint-sized Emily Stubbs, 7, at the Port Alberni Farmer’s Market anniversary celebration, Saturday morning at the Cherry Creek Baptist Church parking lot.

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Valley SENIORS

Our writer: Valley Seniors is a monthly feature compiled by Orlando Delano and featuring residents living in Port Alberni seniors complexes.

A tale of two homes (and their tables and chairs)

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ack in 1980, at the time when the Fir Park Village building was in the latest stages of its construction, Terry Whyte, its first administrator, and Walter Behn, president and founder of the board of directors, had embarked on another big project for the society: buying furniture in preparation to welcome the first group of residents to the new Intermediate Care Home.

Within months, items for the residents’ rooms, such as accessories, appliances for lounges, kitchen, bath tubs, staff equipment, etc, gradually arrived and filled the empty building.

Among those important pieces of equipment were the dining room tables and chairs.

For more than two decades the sturdy chairs and tables saw many residents

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Art Wynans works on new upholstery for the Abbeyfield chairs.

using them daily at meal times and many visitors who joined the residents at dances and other social events.

As time progressed, there was a need to replace many of those items with new furniture for the comfort of the 67-residents of the

home. And when Abbeyfield, a nonprofit home for independent seniors, which had no support or connection with any governmental agencies, was in the process of opening its doors to the community and welcome the first residents on Aug. 26,

2002, Fir Park Village donated a number of items to the home.

These included tables and chairs. This welcoming addition to the seniors’ home was useful for the normal functioning of the place. “We were in the process of purchasing new furniture for the dining area at that

time”, says Donna Michaud, executive assistant for Fir Park Village/Echo Village and the foundation.

“And the best place to give it to was to Abbeyfield,”, she added.

But again, as time went on, the need to upgrade and improve the furniture of Abbeyfield was seen as a real need by the board, led by president Marlene Dietrich, who looked for means to finance improvements in the dining room furniture.

They applied for a grant from the B.C. Abbeyfield Trust Society, which was soon approved.

Those funds were

immediately utilized to reupholster every chair in the dining room area.

This work is now gradually being completed by Wynans Furniture (five chairs at a time). Also, thanks to volunteers Phil Dietrich and Mel Brooks, all chairs and table legs have been refurbished. They sanded, stained and sprayed all the legs.

This is the second major home improvement in Abbeyfield in the last two years. The first one was the expansion and total renovation of the dining room done as part of a major enhancement of that

area of the building, and made possible by the contributions from Royal Canadian Legion Br. 293 and funds from the legacy of late resident Wiets De Koning.

Very soon the Abbeyfield dining room will be completed with “new” chairs and tables, thanks to the contribution of Fir Park Village and the BC Trust Society, and the various individuals, donors and volunteers who have made it possible.

And from now on, it is expected to see those chairs and tables continuing being part of the seniors’ lives for decades to come.

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EDITORIAL

Life includes a city beach A brief history of teacher demands The City of Port Alberni has picked up a bit more waterfront for a public beach. And while the agreement to lease the former Esso lands between the Harbour Quay Marina and boat launch will not appease those profoundly disappointed in recent land use decisions near Canal Beach, it is still a few metres of recreational waterfront. It is more than we had a week ago.

It is time now to work with what we’ve been given. The Esso site is an historical respite, having been a public gathering place in the city’s century-old past.

Canal Beach is a newer respite, and although it will remain solely on Lot C of the Plywood lands for now, there is room to grow.

Has anyone supporting the development of Canal Beach approached the Tseshaht First Nation and asked their opinion on the plans? Much concentration has been paid to the right side of the beach, but what about to the left? The waterfront doesn’t stop at the unfinished pier.

There is land stretching to Polly’s Point that has possibilities for recreational use, if the inclination is there.

Let’s set aside the complaining and hard feelings for a little while, and see how we can create new partnerships within the situations we have been dealt with. Canal Beach will receive water, sewer and power as a result of the contract signed between the city and port authority on behalf of Alberni Engineering. Perhaps the company would be amenable to landscaping part of its property in keeping with the beach’s outdoors theme, or would consider a mural on the side of its building to cut down on the industrial look. Or contribute to resurfacing the pier.

It’s time to work together instead of against each other.

TOM FLETCHER B.C. Views

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ICTORIA – A few things have changed since the last all-out teacher strike in B.C. That was just two years ago, when the B.C. Teachers’ Federation was coming off its secondever voluntary agreement with a 16 per cent raise over five years and what the union termed an “enhanced” signing bonus of $4,000. Even with special teacher-only top-ups, BCTF members almost rejected the last of the government’s bigspending pre-Olympic labour deals signed in 2006.

By 2012, outraged teachers were back on the legislature lawn, howling for another 16 per cent, with backup vocals provided as usual by HEU, CUPE, BCGEU and other public sector unions that settled for less. Teachers had just sailed through a

crippling global recession with a series of raises, but were oblivious to all that.

Last week the protest venue switched to Vancouver, where both the crowd and the demands looked a bit thinner. The signing bonus target is up to $5,000, but the raise is a mere eight per cent over five years (compounded, for those who passed math), plus another huge basket of cash disguised as benefit improvements and so forth.

Government negotiators put their total compensation demand at 14.5 per cent.

One obvious dodge: they want the bottom two steps of the teacher salary grid dropped. That’s simply a raise for entry-level teachers. Admittedly those are rare creatures these days with shrinking enrolment and ironclad seniority rules that allow retired teachers to

monopolize substitute work.

Something else that’s changed since 2012 is that the government has granted the BCTF’s wish to bargain directly with the province.

The education ministry executed a takeover of the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association after last year’s election, and installed veteran industrial union negotiator Peter Cameron.

He’s backed up by longtime labour specialist Lee Doney, whose task is to keep the teacher deal within Treasury Board limits that have defined all other public sector union settlements.

Doney made it clear last week that no mediator is going to come in and “split the baby” as long as the BCTF position is so far beyond the current

‘That’s simply a raise for entry-level teachers.

Admittedly those are rare creatures these days....’

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compensation framework.

Despite constant union complaints of low wages and deteriorating working conditions in B.C. schools, education grads remain lined up around the block hoping to get in. Why is that?

For those who have been exposed to life outside school for a while, it’s fairly simple. The job market out here in the real world is tough. And here’s how the real world evaluates a teaching job.

Start with 189 working days, each nine hours long as per the accepted definition, and the topheavy seniority list that places the average teacher salary at around $72,000 a year. That works out to $42.32 an hour, plus a suite of benefits that most private sector employees can only dream about, starting with three months of prime-time vacation.

I am occasionally lectured by teachers that the job goes far beyond five hours in the classroom and four hours a day preparing and marking.

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Earning a salary in the real world They throw out different estimates, variously defined.

Alas, it’s a salaried job, and we salaried employees in the real world don’t waste a lot of time counting hours. Here’s the work, here’s the deadline, here’s the pay. Take it or leave it.

Consider another union demand that seems to be just another thinly disguised raise.

The BCTF wants a

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large increase in preparation time for elementary school. There are no duties being added here. For this one item, government negotiators calculate the cost to taxpayers at $86.2 million every year by the fifth year of the BCTF proposal.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.

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To the Editor, After his North American tour, Mayor John Douglas tell us of many communities that are spending big bucks “in order to regain access to the waterfront that was restricted to the public in previous years.”

Clearly he and other relative newcomers would like to see all industry removed from our harbour in favour of housing and walkways.

However, there’s another solution-relocation.

The mayor would find what he desires in other cities like Victoria and Nanaimo, to say nothing of Parksville and Qualicum where he could observe seals, sea lions, whales, and shore birds whilst dipping his toes in clear saltwater.

Indeed in those locales he would avoid all the driftwood, oil, and contaminated soil at Canal Beach and adjacent lots.

There are many in town, Mr. Mayor, who would be delighted to assist you with your move.

Richard Berg, Port Alberni

Mulcair can’t make up mind

To the Editor, Thomas Mulcair, Federal NDP opposition leader wants to someday become the Prime Minister of Canada, but seems to forget that western Canada is also in Canada.

Mulcair says, “Allowing super tankers into the Douglas Channel is madness” when it comes to decision

making in western Canada.

Mulcair says, “West east pipeline, pro business, common sense solution, that will create jobs and boost the country energy solutions.”

It’s a definite set of double standards; he lives in Quebec and what would a pipeline do for Quebec and Quebec only.

He wants the

pipeline to run from Alberta and end at a Montreal refinery.

Then shipments can be made by use of the St. Lawrence River, which would require the use of super tankers, which is not madness in Quebec because the Enbridge pipeline is estimated to bring in $80 billion in tax revenue, via government.

If Mulcair lived in

B.C., once again his opinions would be reversed.

The sad part to all of this, is that Mulcair is paid a taxpayer funded salary of $229,000 per year, for this very poor performance of opinions.

Unbelievable, but then what do you expect from a NDP’er?

Joe Sawchuk, Duncan

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The city will have to flex its bylaw muscles if it hopes to have any say or influence over the impact of new provincial liquor laws, city planner Scott Smith said.

Smith gave councillors an overview of the new

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Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton announced the changes on June 21.

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Our 320-kilometre-plus route took us All-wheel-drive is standard (in Canada) little late in joining away from the coast along the scenic the booming compact Jacento Reyes Byway. This lightly travon all three editions of the MKC and a start price just under $40,000 is also luxury utility club, but elled twisty two-lane road gets narrow inviting compared to other luxury CUVs in sections. It also presented some the MKC is certainly spectacular vistas along the way and such as the Acura RDX ($41,390) and an impressively well BMW X3 ($42,800). some intimidating cliff faces and rock (A top-line Ford Escape, by the way, is formations. put-together new listed at $35,699).

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Stowe, Vermont – Despite the relatively early call time, a group of almost 100 Mazda Miata/MX-5 drivers/ passengers gathers for the morning’s meeting.

The weather is looking favourable even though the a.m. envelops the crowd with its chilliness. It’s not raining though. That’s a good sign.

Tour organizer and former Trillium Miata Club president, Gary Svoboda, talks

about the day’s journey, addresses some basic housekeeping rules, makes some jokes and engages in witty banter with a group of excited Miata enthusiasts.

Everyone is ready to hit the roads of Vermont in their tiny, drop top, two-doors.

Everything from first generations Miatas, to the latest and greatest rear-wheel drive roadsters line the gravel parking lot of our home base, also known as the Stowehof Inn. Stowe, VT’s claim to fame is as a ski destination.

Currently, its claim to fame is the 46 Mazdas that drove in from Ontario and are congregating for their annual tour.

Each May long weekend, a group of club members look forward to the event.

It’s been going for over 20 years and hasn’t disappointed. The crowd gets rowdier by the minute so go-time is just around the corner.

The meeting wraps up; we branch into our respective groups and fire up the engines.

Would you forget to change me?

As honorary members for the event, my co-pilot – aka my mother Zsuzsanna Straub – and I get behind the wheel of our MX-5. Within moments, we’re topless. The car. Not us!

Seven vehicles comprise a group, including a leader and a sweeper. We’re comfortably nestled in the bosom of the pack.

Our job is to enjoy ourselves, as well as give the MX-5 a little bit of room to romp free.

It’s hard not to smile on the undulating roads of Vermont, which are lined with trees, houses, fields and topped off with a bovine scent!

Then there is what is called “The Notch.” A mountain road where emaciated limbs of indigenous trees look like they’re reaching out and trying to touch the cars. Boulders are scattered and the path is paved around it. The intermittent obstacles would likely be the outcome of two Greek gods having a rock fight.

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The sinuous and slender road is a hoot to drive through especially with no one in front of you. The occasional crackling on the CB radios frequently is overpowered by instructions from the leader.

Like a mother duck summoning her young, we followed in order. We stuck together and took in some breathtaking scenery of New England. Scenery aside, what was the most interesting to breathe in was the enthusiasm and energy of the Miata owners.

Liz Burns has “Miatatude” stickered across her windshield. Miata earrings dangle from her ears as she professes her love of her emerald beauty.

Another owner decided to turn his conventional doors into ones that open up not out.

At breakfast, lunch and dinner, they regale each other with stories of other events they’ve been on. Outbursts of laughter perk up the ears of bystanders; making them wish they were at that table reliving the memories.

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Community Events

◆ ALBERNI VALLEY HOSPICE SOCIETY

AGM. At Echo Community Centre,4255 Wallace St., Dogwood Room.

Doors open 6:30 p.m.

Meeting starts 7 p.m.

SUN. JUNE 29 ◆ SOFTBALL AND MUSIC The second annual Tyler’s No Frills Music Festival is being held at Echo Field, diamond No. 1. From 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on June 29-30. Wristbands: $20 and available at Slammer’s Gym and Get Baked Tanning.

MON. JUNE 30 ◆ THE WRITE MINDSET Creative Writing Program. Special writing course for teens ages 10-13.

Course covers form, technique character and setting. Held Monday’s until Aug. 18. Cost: $10 per session or $75 for all eight sessions. Call 250-724-3412 for info.

TUE. JULY 1

◆ QUAY BY THE SEA Canada Day Music Festival featuring a wide variety of local musicians. From 12-8 p.m. ◆ CHILDREN’S ART PROGRAM for children ages 5-7 starts 10 a.m.; ages 8-9 starts 1 p.m. From July 1 to Aug. 22. At Rollin Art Centre. Cost: $25 per week.

SAT. JULY 12 ◆ PAGO GRANNIES Start to sell bird and hobbit houses as well as Kazuri Jewellery made by women in Nairobi, Kenya. Also crafts such as place matts and funky driftwood houses for the garden.

At at the First Baptist Church/PA Christian School, formerly Cherry Creek School.

FRI. JULY 18 ◆ PARKOUR SESSION for interested participants. Family event including children age 6 and up.

From 9 a.m. to noon.

Call 250-723-2181 for info.

SAT. JULY 19 ◆ PARKOUR SESSION for interested participants. Family event including children age 6 and up.

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FRI. AUG. 15 ◆ PARKOUR SESSION for interested participants. Family event including children age 6 and up.

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SAT. AUG. 16 ◆ PARKOUR SESSION for interested participants. Family event including children age 6 and up.

From 9 a.m. to noon.

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ONGOING ◆ SUNSET MARKET at Victoria Quay.

From 6-9 p.m. every Wednesday night until Aug. 27. Live entertainment and local vendors. ◆ PLANT SALE

FUNDRAISER at 3063 Durham St. All proceeds to Ty Watson House. Every Sat & Sun from May 10 to June 29. Shrubs, perennials, herbs. ◆ COMMUNITY ARCHIVES at the Alberni Valley Museum is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Volunteers available to answer questions on local history, help with family records and other research. Phone 250-723-2181, local 267. ◆ ARROWSMITH AMATEUR RADIO CLUB, meets every second Wednesday of the month (except in July and August) at 3003 Fourth Ave. starting at 7:30 p.m.

Cost $25 per year.

Contact Loretta Parkinson at 250723-2555 for more info.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of HELMUT ROBERT MELMUTH BARCHET, also known as HELMUT ROBERT BARCHET, HELMUT R. BARCHET and HELMUT BARCHET, formerly of 5065 John Street, in the City of Port Alberni, in the Province of British Columbia, V9Y 8R6, deceased, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, c/o ROBERT BERNARD THOMAS, Apt 101, 4345 10th Avenue, Port Alberni, British Columbia, V9Y 4X5 on or before July 30, 2014, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.

ROBERT BERNARD THOMAS, Executor.

COMING EVENTS Lived life to the fullest and passed away after a very short & courageous battle with liver cancer.

He was predeceased by his beloved daughter Tabitha, sisters Louise & Debbie & Parents Rod & Flo. He will always be remembered by his loving family.

Daughters: Christina, Desire, Brandy & Shelley (niece/adopted daughter) Grandchildren: Alex, Austin, Dakota, Linden, Axl Also Gregory, Evan, & Aiyanna (adopted grandkids) Siblings: Linda, Margi, Lloyd, Pete, Harry, Debbie & Winnie Nieces & Nephews: Vicky, Judy, Peter, Rob, Josh, Krista, Andre & Sheldon And Countless Other Family and Friends who loved him dearly and were very much loved by Bill.

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Passed away after a valiant 3-year battle with multiple myeloma cancer. Monty had a great sense of humor which got him through many painful treatments. He and Cindy always had the doctors and nurses in stitches (pun intended).

Monty was born and raised in Port Alberni and moved to Qualicum in 2011 to live in his dream home which he built with his wife Cindy. Monty worked at the APD Mill for 29 years until his retirement in 2009. Monty loved life and lived it to the fullest. Some of his greatest memories involved his summers on Sproat Lake and cruising in his classic cars.

Monty was predeceased by his dad, Cecil Mcleod (1981) and his mother Eva Mcleod (1987). Monty is survived by his devoted wife Cindy, step-son Cole, sisters Connie (Frank), Malonie (Joe), brothers Wayne (Cristina), Dannie, mother-in-law Marjorie and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A celebration of life will be held on July 6, 2014 at the Alberni Valley Resque Squad Hall from 1:00pm to 5:00pm.

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HOMES FOR RENT

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HOUSES AND apts starting at $450/mo & wkly rates for contractors. Call 250-735-0649.

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PATIO HOME- 2 bdrms, 1.5 bath, lovely rose garden, N/S, one small pet, $800/mo. 1 year lease. (250)723-0925.

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PRO-FORM EKG Grip pulse exercise tread mill for sale, like new. Original $999 asking $599. Call 250-720-1493 or gabbyosborne@shaw.ca SURFBOARD- NSP 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;6â&#x20AC;? epoxy longboard w/ Dakine bag.

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TOWNHOUSES NEWLY RENOVATED 3bdrm, 2 bath, end unit townhouse in desirable Spencer Park. Backed onto dyke path. $875./mo. Avail July 1st.

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Eric has been a valued member of our team since July 2010.

He delivers to 280+ South Port residents and businesses and frequently subs on open routes too! Eric is a member of the Archery club and his other passion is sea kayaking. Eric enjoys going in lakes, rivers or the ocean. He also fills his time with whittling wood.

FIREWOOD: $50 per cord.

You cut and load (at own risk).

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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Continuing from last week, found lots more items! Rain or shine!

MOVING. Books, china, crystal, treadmill, canning jars, small bookcase, assorted housewares, pictures, brass pot. Please call (250)7243368.

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Northern Lite 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122;6â&#x20AC;? camper w/toilet & shower. Both garage kept. Offers to $12,000. 250723-6846 2001 FORD F350 XLT 7.3 diesel 4x4 long box super cab pickup. New tires, starter, Gloplugs, fan belt, batteries. 224 K (only 139,000 miles) Asking $12,500. Call 250-723-4999.

TJ JEEP, bought new 1998, garage kept, no rust/accidents, low miles, no off road. $7,700 obo. George 250-723-1234.

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Alumni games

An Alberni District Secondary School Armada alum runs with the ball away from her goal line during a fun game at the Black Sheep Rugby Club last week. The ADSS girls and boys rugby teams took on alumni in a pair of friendlies.

Red, white and blue on greens GERRY FAGAN Alberni Golf

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33â&#x20AC;&#x2122; CONVERTED Trawler with 6 cylinder Isuzu diesel engine with 2100 hours. Ready to fish or cruise. Good electronics, Survey valued at $25,000. Sell for $7,500, obo. Call Jim at (778)421-1310 or Ted at (250)723-8089, Pt. Alberni.

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Now that the Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; West Coast Amateurs are over,we can get on with business at the Alberni Golf Course.

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Sunday.

The shotgun start is at 8 a.m.;, try to be there by 7:45 a.m. to pay your $10 entry fee and get to your assigned tees on time.

This is an individual event; you can sign up in the pro shop.

Please make up your own foursome or sign up as a single and someone will put you on a team.

Ladies tear up course at AGC KATHY WHITE

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for the menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s club.

The format is very simple: six holes you hit from the red tees, six from the white tees and six from the blue tees.

There will be specially marked score cards, so there wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be any mistakes by hitting from the wrong tees. Be sure you have one before heading to your tee on

Pitch nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Putt

What a mixed bag of weather the ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; golf club played in on Tuesday at the Alberni Golf Course. The golf course is in beautiful shape.

In the Alberni nine-hole ladies low handicap group, Kath Stolth won the low gross, Marilyn Merwin the low net and low putts were shared by Marie Swain and Julie Swaney.

For the high handcap group,

Mary Ann Maddison won the low gross, Lorraine Wilson took low net and Pat Dahlquist had the lowest number of putts.

Marilyn Merwin had a par on No. 14 with her chip-in.

In the 18-hole ladies group, Carol Bouchard won low gross with a 91 and Kathy White took low net with a 68.

Carol Hasting held the Challenge Pin. As she wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be playing next week the Challenge Pin goes to the low net for today which was White. White will be challenged next

Tuesday by Marie Randall.

In the KP challenge, White won on No. 6 and Carol Hastings won on No. 17. Patsy Gauthier won the special prize.

Congratulations to Patsy, Janice and their crew for a wonderful Ladies West Coast tournament. The Big Break theme was so much fun. Patsy made a little golf purse for each of the 64 players, to the delight of the ladies.

Congratulations as well to the Alberni Ladies in the prizes.

Next Tuesday, July 1 will be Monthly Medal.

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‘Dogs’ trainer heads to Dub

Alberni Valley Bulldogs’ athletic therapist and equipment manager James McDonald is headed to the Dub. The Saskatoon Blades of the Western Hockey League hired McDonald as their new athletic therapist last week.

McDonald replaces Steve ‘Hilty’ Hildebrand, who was promoted to the Blades’ assistant coach.

“James comes highly recommended,” Hildebrand said. “He’s been working the craft for the last number of years including working at the World Junior A Challenge last year. He’s excited, we’re excited to have him and I know it will be a great fit.”

Little wins yet another title

Alberni Valley golfer Jackie Little won both the Mid-Master and Senior Women’s Golf Championships in Vernon last weekend. It was Little’s fourth senior women’s title.

Little closed out the championships at the Vernon Golf and Country Club shooting 78-7378 for a final of plus-7 on the 5,919-yard, par-74 course with a comfortable six-stroke lead.

“The golf course was in fabulous shape, the greens were beautiful.

And tricky,” said Little.

Four bogeys on the back nine and tricky greens made less of an impact after Little shot a championship-best 73 on the second day of the tournament.

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Rugby Canada star Phil Mack and his Vancouver Island Thunder youth organization held a skills camp for Nuuchah-nulth youth at the Port Alberni Black Sheep facility.

Mack, a member of Toquaht First Nation, recently completed a gruelling season with the national Rugby Sevens squad.

“We played in Las Vegas in February, then we were in New Zealand, Hong Kong and Japan. Then we had the Glasgow Sevens and wrapped it up in London,” he said.

For those whose only impression of rugby is the traditional 15-a-side game, Rugby Sevens is a relatively new innovation. It’s a short, 14-minute game and the focus

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Phil Mack practices drills with participants in his Thunderbird skills camp, recently.

is on speed, Mack explained.

“You’re covering a lot more ground and you’re getting rid of a lot of the big guys up front, so you’re left with more speedy and agile players. It’s sort of like three-on-three hockey on the same sized rink.”

Rugby Sevens will be included in the

2016 Olympics for the first time. Mack, who is a nephew of the late Toquaht Tyee Ha’wilth Bert Mack, serves as head coach of the Thunder, when available. The team is currently focused on putting together a Girls U-18 squad and Boys U-16 for the upcoming Victoria International Youth

Sevens in July, but the overall goal is to attract more First Nations youth to the sport.

“I grew up in Victoria ‘til Grade 4, then we moved up to Whitehorse, Yukon.

My mother got a teaching job up there.

We came back when I was in Grade 9, and that’s when I started playing rugby.”

Mack said he played all the usual youth sports, but rugby struck a chord within him.

“Once I started playing rugby, I realized I really enjoyed the camaraderie behind it, and I liked the fact that there is a lot more respect paid to officials and coaches and opposition than in a lot of other sports.”

One of the messages he likes to bring to First Nations youth is the inclusiveness of the sport. If you

Valley hosts U16 girls’ provincials SUSAN QUINN

SOFTBALL

ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

Alberni Valley Minor Softball will host the U16 ‘C’ girls’ provincial championships July 4–6 at Echo Minor Fields.

The organization has gained a reputation for seamlessly

running provincial championships and this year is no different. Last year Port Alberni hosted the U16 ‘B’ provincials, and the ‘C’ provincials were held here three years ago, tournament director Cal Davies

said.

The U16 C Blazers have a home berth in the championship which will see 16 teams from all over B.C. compete in a round robin format.

Games are free for the public to come out and watch.

The schedule will be released next

week and should be listed online at www. albernisoftball.com.

Games take place at Echo Minor Fields.

“There will be some really good ball games there,” Davies said.

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take up the sport of rugby, much more so than most other sports, you are joining an international fraternity.

“Rugby is a global game. So if you go travelling, bring a pair of cleats with you, find a local club and, chances are, you will be welcomed with open arms.”

And it’s not just a boys’ game any more; female rugby has exploded in popularity in many corners of the world. On Saturday, organizers of the camp wrapped up the session early so everyone could attend the final of the B.C. High School Girls Rugby Championship, which was held at Alberni District Secondary School.

The game featured two Thunder players, Samantha Jack (Elgin Park) and Taya Gagnon (Vanier), playing on opposing

teams.

Representing Tseshaht First Nation, John Gomez welcomed participants to the camp, and urged the young athletes to adopt the sport.

“Rugby kept me out of trouble when I was in high school,” he added.

Mark Bryant, president of BC Rugby News, has taken an active role in organizing and promoting the Vancouver Island Thunder.

“We’re just starting this year, so we’re trying to identify aboriginal talent in rugby,” he said. “The focus is the Victoria International Sevens tournament. “We’re travelling the Island to find players to be on the teams. The teams haven’t been selected yet.”

Reprinted with permission from Ha-Shilth-Sa newspaper.

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Makenna Favel, 3, had fun colouring at the COOP Member Appreciation Day at the Fall fair Grounds.

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #293 Poppy Fund gave out a total of $13,000. Recipients were: West Coast General Hospital Foundation Abbeyfield, BC/Yukon Command, Legion Bursary, Fir Park /Echo Villages, Heritage Place, Ty Watson, Meals on Wheels, Friends of Westhaven and Rainbow Gardens. Fourth from right is Margaret Groeneveld the Poppy Chairman.

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Mid Island Kidney Association member Ed Martin holds the bag of names for a draw while Dialysis Tech. Class 1 Kevin Baildham pulls out the winning tickets. The prize of a weekend at the Sea Edge Motel was won by MIKA Ed camp Martinout holds the bag ofwon names the Abbott draw while Annamember Culina, the package was by for Muriel and Dialthe ysis Tech.and Class 1 Kevin Baildham pulls out the winning tickets.

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The Mid Island Kidney Association (MIKA) presented Ty Watson with a bench in memory of long time member Vicki Moore spent her last days at Ty The Mid Island Kidneywho Association (MIKA) presentWatson.

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Arthur Shambrook generously donated $2,000 to the West Coast General Hospital Foundation in memory of his late wife Edna Shambrook and is seen here with Foundation chair Claire Tucker.

Hethe wasWest presented with the Arthur Shambrook generously donated $2,000 to Coast General large print “Home coming” in recognition of his donation.

WCGH photo Hospital Foundation in memory of his late wife Edna Shambrook and is seen here with Foundation chair Claire Tucker. He was presented with the large print “Home coming” in recognition of his donation. WCGH photo

Nancy Wilmot, centre, citizen of the year has donated the $550 raised at the Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala to the Alberni Valley Hospice/Ty Watson House, represented by LenoreWilmot, Benedict, right,citizen executive Lyn Collins board member.

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Celebrate in the ‘Quay of Sea’ on July 1 Music will fill the harbour on Tuesday, July 1 and it will all be in the Quay of Sea. Sixteen musical acts will take the stage on Canada Day at Harbour Quay for the inaugural “Quay of Sea” concert.Music kicks off at 12:30 p.m. when Marim Bam Buzz will warm up the crowd with their infectious, Caribbean

sound.

Shortly after, at 1 p.m., the main stage will start the program with an eclectic, varied group of musicians representing a range of musical styles – from traditional folk/roots music, to contemporary jazz, blues, old-time and good old-fashioned rock and roll.

Groups will be playing

continuously throughout the day from 1—9 p.m. and participants and attendees are encouraged to bring down low-backed lawn chairs or other seating options as the main viewing area will be the enclosed Spirit Square quadrant. The main stage will be centered under the entrance to Spirit Square.

The talent pool is

amazing, says one of the concert organizers, Glen Walushka: “A great representation of the deep and varied musical roots of the Alberni Valley.”

This year, the festival is free for all attendees and music enthusiasts.

Parking for festival guests is encouraged behind Port Boat House, behind the Carmoor Building at

the end of Argyle Street and Kingsway Avenue and behind the train station.

For further information, check out the quayofsea. ca website.

A list of all participating musicians is included as well as scheduled times.

Headliners include Marilyn Smith, fresh off her release of her newest CD last year and Dorothy

and the (Cowardly?) Lion from the wildly successful Wizard of Oz production that played at the Capitol Theatre recently.

“Canada Day is a special day here in Alberni Valley and we encourage you, after the parade, to come on down and enjoy the rest of the day in a spectacular venue at the base of Argyle Street.”

Plays lived up to Fringe billing AMYAH LABRECHE SPECIAL TO THE NEWS

AMYAH LABRECHE/SPECIAL TO THE NEWS

Scott Smith (‘Holliday’)plays an Angel in Dancing With Fish at the second annual Fringe Festival, held last weekend in Port Alberni.

After a big six months of hard work, script writings and rehearsals, the Port Alberni Fringe Festival has wrapped up for another year.

Many thanks to organizer Gwynne Hunt for her hard and passionate work in running the second annual fringe fest.

Here are few of the shows I enjoyed: Dancing with Fish performed

by Jim Ricks (Moose) and Scott Smith (Holliday) brings us through the life of two men. In the loneliness of their life, they finally met on the subway during their day-to-day

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Nona Hawly and Scott Lowe perform A Capital Offense.

commute to work.

From there on and through play, dance, songs and the dream of a giant fish, their life is fulfilled with joy and friendship— a friendship that

is not ended by death as we follow them in the afterlife, where they become angels with real fluffy and sparkly wings.

With a different, irrational way to tell a story, this play brings us in another dimension of a clownish world.

If you missed them, you will be able to see their performance at the Nanaimo Fringe Festival in August.

A Capital Offense with Nona Hawly and Scott Lowe— who are local actors. The play tells the story of the transformation—and not for the best—of a husband, a writer to be.

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Players mourn Aspinall’s death PETER WIENOLD SPECIAL TO THE NEWS

Portal Players Dramatic Society has lost a lifetime member.

Pam Aspinall passed away on June 24.

In 2011, the last time PPDS hosted the North Island Zone Drama Festival, Aspinall was nominated for and received the prestigious Donna Lamb Award in recognition of her valuable contributions to community theatre.

We will remember

Pam very fondly.

Details of memorial arrangements will be posted when we know more.

Aspinall was involved with Portal Players Dramatic Society for a long time and devoted herself in a deep way to many aspects of theatre and the performing arts. Also, she was particularly committed to children and youth.

Aspinall recognized and celebrated the importance of people of all ages in the arts.

Fringe mixes local and visiting actors From / A24 He finally receives a contract for his book from a small editor.

After signing of the contract, the writer’s ego starts to inflate disproportionately and the lives of the couple change forever.

The husband’s arrogance drives his wife to solitude and the play ends in an unexpected way. It was a little time of laughter and giggles with a surprising ending.

Zelda: The Last Flapper with Debra Hamilton was another captivating monologue, drawing us into the harsh world of schizophrenia.

The play was about the sad story of the famous Zelda Fitzgerald, wife of famed author F. Scott Fitzgerald, coming to terms—in her last days—with the angst in her life.

We witnessed flashes of her tormented and sometimes happy life; she shared with her audience her desires and her fears; she cried for her long gone husband’s love, her lost hopes and

aspirations.

A moving Zelda was well played by Debra Hamilton.

The Hatter. In this play, Andrew Wade is absolutely flabbergasting.

Breathtaking long sentences filled with illogical reflections that are, finally, perfectly plausible.

He manipulates words and the absurd in a skilful way. His monologue reminds me the writings of the famous Boris Vian, a master of the absurd.

From the start, we were invited to a tea party (with real tea, please) down the rabbit hole by this mad hatter. Wade brought us in his magical, odd and tormented world with brilliance.

Interacting a lot with his public and making them drink tea and sing silly songs, this hour was full of laugher.

This is an absolute must to see if Andrew Wade performs again on the island. I think this young actor is a future great star.

Thank you Gwynne Hunt to have brought the Fringe Festival to us one more time.

Summer teas return to Rollin’s terrace MELISSA MARTIN Arts Around

The Rollin Art Centre’s popular Teas on the Terrace is back. This is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon listening to wonderful music, catching up with friends and experiencing the Rollin Art Centre’s “high tea” under the canopy of trees on our beautiful terrace.

This year’s high tea goodies will be catered by Carmoor Cookery.

Tickets are now on sale at the Rollin Art Centre; don’t miss out, as seating is limited.

Tickets are $10 per person. Concerts take place from 1–3 p.m.

Musical lineup: July 3 – Mr. Ross and the Boss; guitar/ keyboard & vocals of old time favorites.

July 10 – Folk Song Circle: A musical treat.

July 17 –Dennis Olsen; acoustic guitar July 24 – The Travellers; folk style music and song with a twist July 31 – Kerry Moilliet; guitar and vocals, old favorites.

Aug. 7 – Paddy Wallbank; old time jazz on keyboard (Sponsored by Triangle Music) Aug. 14 – Arlene Bautista; keyboard and vocals, 2014 ADSS grad student Aug. 21 - The Travellers; folk style music and song with a twist.

Art camps begin at Rollin The Rollin Art Centre invites children aged 5-9 to participate in our art programs, this summer. Camps run every Tuesday, Wednesday, and

Friday. These summer art programs promise a creative outlet children need and enjoy. Each week focuses on a different art medium.

Call today for more info and to register, as seating is limited. The cost is only $25 per week.

Todd Butler mixes music, politics and comedy and comes out with a winning combination.

Butler’s back at Char’s Guitarist/vocalist and comedian, Todd Butler is bringing his irrepressible brand of musical comedy to Char’s Landing on

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Chicken & Corn Meal Waffles $9.99 A large menu to choose from. A few more items: 4 Piece Chicken, Fries & Drink $10.99 Mexi Poutine $7.49 Kids Menu $4.99 (4 Choices) Sweet Ancho Pork Burrito $8.99

Open 11am - 10pm 7 Days a Week Enjoy eating in our glassed in Patio Eat In, Take Out or Drive Through

778-421-5099

The Grove

Bed & Breakfast 65 Includes:

$

• Newly Renovated Room • Continental Breakfast • Cable TV • Internet • Laundry Services

Newly Renovated Heritage & Modern Rooms

778-421-3022

5022 Johnston Road

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SARA FOX

CERTIFIED STAGING PROFESSIONAL

4639 SOUTHGATE $299,900

MLS # 376762

MLS #

NEW LISTING

• This lovely 2 bedroom, one bath condo featuring an open floor plan, plenty of windows let the natural light in, nice sized laundry/storage room and gas fireplace in the living room. · Amazing views of the mountains and the ocean from this unit which is situated on a corner giving you that extra patio space. · This building has a secured entry, single parking stall and storage room in the basement as well as having your own laundry in your unit and public transportation only a few steps away!

• Sits on a large 66 x 120 lot. · Features a newer 30 x 24 detached shop off the lane. · Updated bright kitchen and newer bathroom fixtures. New fridge. · Brand new roof. Newer siding. High efficiency furnace 2004. · House rewired. Large living room.

Large backyard. · Security system.

MLS # 376739

CORNER UNIT 2 BDRM CONDO

CUTE 2 BEDROOM HOUSE

NEW PRICE

SOLD

SOLD 2315 14TH AVE.

MLS #364163

MLS #369370

MLS#354300

MLS #371820

$259,000

3641 ANDERSON AVE. $119,900

2850 HIGHMOOR RD. $239,000

• Three bedroom home located centrally • Newer vinyl windows, new roof & New hot water tank.

• Large living room with laminate oors.

• Lane access to backyard.

Fenced yard.

• On bus route.

• 2 bedroom rancher on quiet street in Cherry Creek with attached 4 bay garage & fabulous 20 x 40 in ground swimming pool.

• Located on a 0.39 acre lot with low taxes.

• Features a spacious living room, cozy gas fireplace, kitchen; oak cabinets, newer countertops & backsplash, large master bdrm, laminate & ceramic tile flooring, newer thermal windows, security system, newer gas furnace and new roof in 2005.

4131 CLEGG CRES. S. $284,900

GREAT STARTER HOME OR INVESTMENT

20 X 40 IN GROUND SWIMMING POOL

PREFERRED AREA OF UPPER SOUTH PORT

• Well maintained, new lg vinyl windows and new roof in 2006. Updated kitchen & bathrm • Very bright & lgrec room w/door into backyard.

• Lg deck off kitchen which is partially covered

ON GREENBELT IN QUIET CUL-DE-SAC

NEW PRICE

MLS #361644

$179,000

• newly renovated 2 suites • Separate entrances and separate laundry.

• Directly across from park and tennis courts.

• Brand new roof and updated electrical.

• Low maintenance yard. Large back deck.

• Suites currently rented for $900 and $650.

2 SUITES

2968 1ST AVE.

MLS #369370

MLS #371820

$229,000

5509 WOODLAND CRES. WEST $324,900

• Located on a nice quiet street, large deck with water views • Hardwood & bamboo floors • Large, bright updated kitchen & bathroom • Many updates including electrical, plumbing & thermal windows • Large 66x125 private fully fenced yard

CHARMING 4 BEDROOM CHARACTER HOME

• 1850 sqft rancher with large bright spacious rooms.

• Private landscaped & fully fenced backyard with very large wood deck & above ground pool • Modern kitchen with skylight and island with stools, open floor plan for family room, eating nook and kitchen.

• Master is large with ensuite and walk-in closet • RV parking.

RANCHER IN WESTPORTE

NEW PRICE

2718 7TH AVE.

MLS #363617

5320 DARNLEY RD.

$675,000

• Country style kitchen has beautiful cabinetry and a very large island.

• Living room has cozy wood insert & french doors onto deck.

• In floor radiant heat keeps house consistently warm.

• Built in vacuum. Air exchanger.

• Large wired and insulated shop with woodstove and bathroom.

• RV and boat carport with built in sewer. 5 covered parking spaces.

• Fully landscaped and fenced yard with in ground irrigation sprinkler system.

IMMACULATE NEWER HOME

SOLD MLS #363617

MLS #354284

MLS #369016

MLS #339661

$39,900

2815 ANDERSON AVE. $149,900

2678 ANDERSON AVE. $259,900

19190 PACIFIC RIM HWY. $356,000

• South Port location amongst nice homes.

• Some ocean views.

• Sewer connection to lot.

• Lane access.

44 X 125 FOOT BUILDING LOT

• 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom family home • New roof, all new centra vinyl windows, new Lennox heat pump, new carpet.

• Stunning dark laminate floors.

• Kitchen has new countertops, sink, lighting, range hood and attractive back splash tile.

• Large living room with replace and bay window, Open floor plan.

• Built-in Electrolux central vaccuum & new hot water tank.

NEW PRICE

SOLD

3239 - 9TH AVE.

· Located in a quiet family neighbourhood in preferred North Port. · Home is immaculate with some new flooring & 3 bedrooms on the main. · Large living room with lots of character, coved ceilings and new appliances. · Updated wiring, plumbing and a new furnace. · Private backyard with large, wired & insulated 2 bay shop.

3673 ANDERSON $159,900

· Lots of very large new windows letting in the natural light. · Cute country kitchen has all new stainless steel appliances. · Very large living room with hardwood floors. · Beautiful brand new cedar deck for relaxing and entertaining. · Newly finished spacious rec room is tastefully done. · Covered carport and security system. · Home has had many updates, newer roof and windows, updated plumbing, electrical and furnace.

BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM HOME

#301 – 2825 3RD AVE. $159,900

MLS # 376737

MLS # 376807

5055 LESLIE $209,900

NEW LISTING

4 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM CHARACTER HOME

4804 BURDE ST. $189,900

NEW LISTING

• 4 bedrooms and den on large 44x176 lot.

• Large living room with gas fireplace, original fir wood floors, gas furnace, high ceilings & lots of storage areas.

• Nice country kitchen with oak cabinets and door leading to sundeck which overlooks private rear yard with lane access and RV parking. · Full walk-out basement with separate entrance. · Quick possession is possible. Excellent location - great family home!

NORTH PORT CHARACTER HOME

NEW LISTING

MLS # 376741

723-5666

cathy@cathybraiden.com www.cathybraiden.com

• Tastefully done with attractive dark laminate floors and Kitchen cabinets. · Spacious and bright living room area and large dining room with plenty of space for large dining room table and hutch. · Patio off of the beautiful new kitchen. · Master bedroom is spacious with nice walk in closet and ensuite. · The yard is partially fenced and backs onto a nicely landscaped park area. · Double garage and plenty of room to park an RV in the driveway area. Quick possession available.

NEW 3 BEDROOM RANCHER

4735 LATHOM $199,000

MLS # 376280

5270 TEBO $249,900

· Home has been tastefully redone with new kitchen, bathrooms, and flooring throughout. · Updates also include new 200 amp electrical, vinyl windows, metal roof and heat pump. · Spacious living room. Large country kitchen.

3 bedrooms up. Very large master with spacious walk in closet. · Attractive front veranda. Large covered back deck. · Large double detached shop a bonus.

Nicely landscaped and fenced backyard.

BRIGHT AND MODERN FAMILY HOME

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

Unlicensed Assistant

4994 Argyle Street, Port Alberni, B.C.

• Cute 2 bedroom home located on large 45 x 132 lot in upper South Port.

• Detached single garage/workshop is insulated, drywalled & wired, has carport attached w/lane access.

• Completely fenced yard has cherry tree and maple tree for shade

GREAT STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME

• 1556 sq ft 3 bdrm (3rd bdrm converted to den), 2 bath home • Open plan, updated kitchen,large living room w/ gas FP. • BI vacuum, security, air exchanger, double garage, electric hot water heat system.

• Nicely finished yard with fruit trees.

EASY MAINTENANCE IMMACULATE RANCHER

• Waterfront lot easily accessible from the highway with a good shared road • Half acre, 66 ft of waterfront, clean, clear fresh water great for swimming, kayaking and fishing

BEST PRICED SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT

MLS #371867

MLS #360332

3551 HUFF DR.

$249,000

• 55 plus, very spacious 1250 sqft patio home featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and large living room with gas fireplace.

• Extra large covered patio that includes a gas bbq • 4 skylights all with their own installed blinds.

HILLCREST VILLA PATIO HOME

4488 BEALE ST.

• Just reduced by $ 10,000.

• Separate entrances, separate meters.

• Two - 2 bedroom units. Shared laundry.

• Located in quiet residential area near elementary school.

• Walking distance to shopping and coffee shops.

ATTENTION INVESTORS!

NEW LISTING

NEW PRICE

SOLD MLS #370062

MLS # 348318

MASSACRE ISLAND

$169,900

$569,900

• Your own exclusive island retreat on the crystal clear waters of Sproat Lake!

• Over 1000 ft of water frontage, incredible panoramic mountain and lake views, and 0.85 acre of wooded tranquility

SPROAT LAKE ISLAND WITH CABIN

5081 IAN AVE.

$169,900

• 4 Bedrooms • Large 0.27 acre lot w/ lots of yard & lots of parking for an RV • Walking distance to playground, baseball fields & paths • Bright & cozy living room with lots of natural light • Unfurnished basement, great for workshop & extra storage

PREFERRED UPPER NORTHPORT

6548545

NEW LISTING

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$

,800 209

Vicky Seredick's Feature Listing! 10148 South Drive

IMMACULATE FAMILY HOME!

Saturday June 28th

$

• Newly remodelled inside and out located in a great neighbourhood • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, daylight basement features workshop area

Vicky Seredick in Attendance

11:00am-12:00pm

2461 4th Avenue

A HOME WITH HISTORY! ,000 765

LAKESIDE LOTS! $

GST 00 + 9 , 9 4 1

,000 739

LT 4 - 10400 ALDAN ROAD

LOT 7 BLOEDEL DRIVE

• Build up to a 1500 Sq ft, 2 bedroom year round or vacation home • Water & sewage in place, underground services, beautiful private beach

• Nearly 100' of water frontage, treed property • Sewer and power in place, cedar dock and great views

SPROAT LAKE ESTATE!

PRIVATE SPROAT LAKE!

MYA BEACH ESTATES!

$

0 0,00 5 3 , 1

$

,500 939

$

CUTE NORTH PORT RANCHER! $

,000 154

2-10010 LAKESHORE ROAD

• Custom build luxurious 5178 sqft home on 0.53 acre • 973 sqft suite for guests, 1200 sqft wharf/float & wired boathouse

• Three Story waterfront home, 4 bedrooms plus den, family room • App. 120' of waterfront, 0.87 acre, large 2 car garage, sandy beach

• 3 Bedroom, 3 bath, 1500 Sqft Condo with best beach front location • Custom designed and built, wharf and boat slips

BEAUTIFUL SPROAT LAKE!

NEW CUSTOM WATERFRONT HOME!

SPROAT LAKE LOT!

,000 829

$

0 9,00 1,89

9339 FABER ROAD

SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT! ,900 $ 749

9492 STIRLING ARM DRIVE

• Three bedroom, one bath home on a half-acre lot • Three vehicle carport with additional accommodations

9866 STIRLING ARM CRES.

• Five bedroom, four bath exquisite Sproat Lake estate • Unobstructed views, southern exposure and 98' of level sandy beach

ESCAPE TO PARADISE! ,000 $ 839

10132 KYUNIM ROAD

$

,000 198

,000 $ 297

SL 5 SALAL ROAD

SPROAT LAKE OPPORTUNITY! $

00 225,0

+ GST

SL 3 SALAL ROAD

IMMACULATE SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT! ,900 $ 849

10054 STIRLING ARM CRES.

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6547548

FABULOUS MEETING PLACE! ,900 $ 209

SPROAT LAKE-DAWSON'S LANDING! EXQUISITE SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT! 00 GST 00+ 99,0 $ 269,9 $ 1,3

• Five bedrooms, five baths with family suite • Massive gourmet kitchen featuring large island

,800 298

ECHO AREA FAMILY HOME! $

,500 194

FULLY RENOVATED RANCHER!

10242 STIRLING ARM CRES

• 4 Bedroom, open concept living area with gourmet kitchen • Down features a full kitchen, recroom, sunroom w/ hot tub & shower

NEW HOME OR BUSINESS SPACE!

,900 189

$

4046 10TH AVENUE

• 2 Bedrooms, large bathroom with bright and open living area • Detached garage, landscaped yard, move in ready and fully fenced

DOWNTOWN CONDO!

6110 KAREN PLACE

•Three bedroom, two baths, large family room on 1/2 acre Large detached garage & room to park your RV, ATVs, etc.

8429 BLAND ROAD

• Three bedroom, two bath home with in-law suite • Located in a popular central location, lots of parking, alley access

SPECTACULAR SPROAT LAKE!

GREAT LEASE OPPORTUNITY!

,900 $ 199

11013 LAKESHORE ROAD

• Custom renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher on a large lot • Stunning mountain views, pebble and sandy beach, wharf and boathouse

4379 MORTON STREET

• 3 bedrooms, 1 bath rancher with open floor plan and many updates done • 2.25 private acres, flower beds, 2 stall barn, huge steel building

LOT 29 STIRLING ARM CRES

• Private and treed lot with an amazing view of the lake & mountains • 0.9 acre lot, beautifully landscaped driveway already in place

00 GST $ 1,4 + NTH O M /

0 ,90 CE 169 PRI W NE

EASY LIVING! $

00 39,8

4521 DOGWOOD STREET

• Great meeting place for your club or organization • Convert this 3,000 sqft building into a private residence

EXQUISITE CHARACTER HOME! ,800 $ 297

4595 MONTROSE STREET

• Well-designed 4 bedroom, 2 baths, 10ft ceilings in kitchen • Greenhouse, potting station, garden shed, raised beds and fruit trees

PERFECT FAMILY HOME! ,900 $ 259

4650 10TH AVENUE

• Vaulted wood ceilings, wood floors, bright and open spacious rooms • 24x17 detached wired garage, great neighbourhood, close to all amenities

RANCHER ON 0.60 OF AN ACRE! ,000 $ 297

5199 PINEO ROAD

• City living, Country setting, on greenbelt, creek runs along property

• Many updates, private yard, double garage and detached shed

sproatlakehomes.ca

UNIQUE FAMILY HOME! ,900 $ 399

3117 MCNAUGHTON AVENUE

• Three storey home, four bedrooms, four baths & rec room w/bar • Amazing views of the mountains, cedar deck & enclosed hot tub

SOUTH PORT CLASS! ,000 $ 319

4175 RAVENHILL AVENUE

• Four bedroom, three bath home with fifth bed or office/den • Quiet neighbourhood, private yard and beautifully landscaped

900 CE 89, PRI W NE

205-5170 ANGUS STREET

4672 ADELAIDE STREET

• 1193 sq ft for your home or business featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 bath • Large living room, kitchen, eating nook, bath and 1 bedroom on the main

INVESTORS ALERT! ,000 $ 129

4565 ARROWSMITH ROAD

26-1655 ALBERNI HWY

• Two bedroom, two bath 14' wide mobile features vaulted ceilings • Great price, low maintenance yard and easy access

NORTH PORT RANCHER! $

,900

144

4586 BEALE STREET

• One bedroom, one bath, open floor plan and gas fireplace • Laundry in unit, security entrance, storage unit & transportation nearby

• Side x side duplex offers one bedroom and one bath on either side • Many updates already done, separate meters, great location

• 3 bedroom, 1 bath, detached garage, fully fenced • Great neighbourhood and within walking distance to all amenities

FIXER-UPPER!

CENTRAL LOCATION!

GREENBELT LIVING!

0 ,90 ICE $ 69 PR W NE

3579 3RD AVENUE

• 2200 sqft building, high traffic area, tons of parking

$

,900 129

$

,000 192

• Lots of storage space, previously the home of Barlow's Home Entertainment

3963 5TH AVENUE

SPRING INTO ACTION AND VIEW THESE GREAT HOMES!

• Off-Water community just steps from the lake, wharf and a boat slip • Serviced with underground wiring, septic in place, hydro to lot

• 0.37 acre level lot in an exclusive semi - waterfront community • Subdivision is serviced with underground wiring & has septic in place

SL 2 KYUNIM ROAD

CHARMING COUNTRY CHARACTER HOME! $

,900 $ 799

5586 WOODLAND CRES. W

• 5 bedrooms plus loft, 3 baths and sun room • 1.28 acres, attached double carport, detached garage

• 0.43 acre lot fully serviced by electricity, water and sewage to lot lin • Astounding views, private, sandy pebble beach with wharf

,900 239

RANCHER IN UPSCALE SUBDIVISION! STUNNING SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT!

•Three bedroom, two baths, Open floor plan, spacious rooms • Covered and private deck, nicely landscaped, RV parking

• Updated 4 Bedroom, 4 baths, 100% suite ready for family • Waterfront, Southern exposure, lake & mountain views

HOMES UNDER $200,000!

$

•Fully Fenced, fruite trees, raised garden beds and garden shed

$

4631 Pemberton Road

,000 799 4517 BEALE STREET

9466 STIRLING ARM DRIVE

LARGE COUNTRY HOME! $

•Fully renovated 2 bedroom, 1 bath home in a quiet neighbourhood

8372 BLOEDEL DRIVE

• Wonderful 3 bedroom, 2 bath family home across from Roger Creek Park • Fenced back yard, double garage, RV Parking and close to all amenities

NEW LISTINGS

NEW LISTING 8877 FABER ROAD

PICNICS AT THE PARK!

1:00pm-2:00pm

$

• Sproat Lake waterfront home with breathtaking views • 4 Bedrooms, 1 bath, large carport, sandy beach, wharf, gardens

,800 209

Vicky Seredick in Attendance

CALL THE DAVE TEAM TODAY!

,000 610

$

Saturday June 28th

We have buyer’s looking for homes under $150,000.00

AMAZING SPROAT LAKE LOT! $

OPEN HOUSE

UNIQUE ARCHITECTURALLY DESIGNED! • Lake front property boasting 81 feet of water frontage • 4 bedrooms and 2 baths on three levels with vaulted ceilings

GET ON THE LAKE THIS SUMMER!

$

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Alberni Valley News - Thursday, June 26, 2014

• Small but so is the price, central location in great neighbourhood • Rental investment, or make it your new getaway fishing shack

SOUTH PORT CHARM!

INVESTOR OR FIRST- TIMER? ,000 $ 119

,000 $ 299

4621 MELROSE STREET

• Four bedrooms, three baths, rec room, laundry on the main • Covered deck with hot tub, mountain views, wired & plumbing ready for in-law suite

2693 3RD AVENUE

• 2 bedroom home currently rented for $700/month • Centrally located, on the bus route, close to downtown

COMPLETELY RENOVATED ,000 $ 139

LARGE FAMILY HOME! ,900 $ 259

6149 RIVER ROAD

• 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 bedroom in-law suite down • Extra-large double garage, private back yard

4209 NORTH PARK DRIVE

• Charming home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bath • Relax on the patio with the view of the greenbelt across the street

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4748 DUNBAR STREET

• Three bedroom or two bedroom plus den, one bath home • 9.6` ceilings, views of the mountains and the harbour & detached shop

COUNTRY IN THE CITY! ,900 $ 159

5281 MARY STREET

• Lovely family home is situated on a private 0.24 acre lot • Three bedrooms and two bathrooms on the main, attached garage

VICTORIA QUAY CONDO! ,900 $ 149

305-4505 VICTORIA QUAY

• 1 bedroom, 1 bath open floor plan, gas fireplace in living room • Secured entry, covered parking, private deck and views of the river

4050 JOHNSTON ROAD

• Main level entry home, four beds + den and 2 baths

• Newly installed pellet stove, RV Parking, Sheds, RV tent & Gazebo's

HOME SWEET HOME! ,900 $ 169

5018 MONTROSE STREET

• Cozy two bedroom main level entry, coved ceilings, spacious kitchen • Large fully fenced corner lot, attached garage with mechanic's pit

GREAT CENTRAL LOCATION! ,500 $ 199

3730 WALLACE STREET

• Split level home, great layout with two separate entry ways • Kitchen, dining & living room on the main, 3 bedrooms & 1 bath up & basement

Personal Real Estate Corporation

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Vicky JOHN Seredick REALTOR® REALTOR® CLARK vicky@daveteam.ca HOW ABOUTjohn@daveteam.ca A NEW HOME FOR CHRISTMAS?250-723-SOLD LET THE DAVE TEAM WRAP IT UP FOR YOU!

Personal Real Estate Corp.

dave@daveteam.ca

$

,800 209

Vicky Seredick's Feature Listing! 10148 South Drive

IMMACULATE FAMILY HOME!

Saturday June 28th

$

• Newly remodelled inside and out located in a great neighbourhood • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, daylight basement features workshop area

Vicky Seredick in Attendance

11:00am-12:00pm

2461 4th Avenue

A HOME WITH HISTORY! ,000 765

LAKESIDE LOTS! $

GST 00 + 9 , 9 4 1

,000 739

LT 4 - 10400 ALDAN ROAD

LOT 7 BLOEDEL DRIVE

• Build up to a 1500 Sq ft, 2 bedroom year round or vacation home • Water & sewage in place, underground services, beautiful private beach

• Nearly 100' of water frontage, treed property • Sewer and power in place, cedar dock and great views

SPROAT LAKE ESTATE!

PRIVATE SPROAT LAKE!

MYA BEACH ESTATES!

$

0 0,00 5 3 , 1

$

,500 939

$

CUTE NORTH PORT RANCHER! $

,000 154

2-10010 LAKESHORE ROAD

• Custom build luxurious 5178 sqft home on 0.53 acre • 973 sqft suite for guests, 1200 sqft wharf/float & wired boathouse

• Three Story waterfront home, 4 bedrooms plus den, family room • App. 120' of waterfront, 0.87 acre, large 2 car garage, sandy beach

• 3 Bedroom, 3 bath, 1500 Sqft Condo with best beach front location • Custom designed and built, wharf and boat slips

BEAUTIFUL SPROAT LAKE!

NEW CUSTOM WATERFRONT HOME!

SPROAT LAKE LOT!

,000 829

$

0 9,00 1,89

9339 FABER ROAD

SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT! ,900 $ 749

9492 STIRLING ARM DRIVE

• Three bedroom, one bath home on a half-acre lot • Three vehicle carport with additional accommodations

9866 STIRLING ARM CRES.

• Five bedroom, four bath exquisite Sproat Lake estate • Unobstructed views, southern exposure and 98' of level sandy beach

ESCAPE TO PARADISE! ,000 $ 839

10132 KYUNIM ROAD

$

,000 198

,000 $ 297

SL 5 SALAL ROAD

SPROAT LAKE OPPORTUNITY! $

00 225,0

+ GST

SL 3 SALAL ROAD

IMMACULATE SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT! ,900 $ 849

10054 STIRLING ARM CRES.

albernihomesource.com

6547548

FABULOUS MEETING PLACE! ,900 $ 209

SPROAT LAKE-DAWSON'S LANDING! EXQUISITE SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT! 00 GST 00+ 99,0 $ 269,9 $ 1,3

• Five bedrooms, five baths with family suite • Massive gourmet kitchen featuring large island

,800 298

ECHO AREA FAMILY HOME! $

,500 194

FULLY RENOVATED RANCHER!

10242 STIRLING ARM CRES

• 4 Bedroom, open concept living area with gourmet kitchen • Down features a full kitchen, recroom, sunroom w/ hot tub & shower

NEW HOME OR BUSINESS SPACE!

,900 189

$

4046 10TH AVENUE

• 2 Bedrooms, large bathroom with bright and open living area • Detached garage, landscaped yard, move in ready and fully fenced

DOWNTOWN CONDO!

6110 KAREN PLACE

•Three bedroom, two baths, large family room on 1/2 acre Large detached garage & room to park your RV, ATVs, etc.

8429 BLAND ROAD

• Three bedroom, two bath home with in-law suite • Located in a popular central location, lots of parking, alley access

SPECTACULAR SPROAT LAKE!

GREAT LEASE OPPORTUNITY!

,900 $ 199

11013 LAKESHORE ROAD

• Custom renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher on a large lot • Stunning mountain views, pebble and sandy beach, wharf and boathouse

4379 MORTON STREET

• 3 bedrooms, 1 bath rancher with open floor plan and many updates done • 2.25 private acres, flower beds, 2 stall barn, huge steel building

LOT 29 STIRLING ARM CRES

• Private and treed lot with an amazing view of the lake & mountains • 0.9 acre lot, beautifully landscaped driveway already in place

00 GST $ 1,4 + NTH O M /

0 ,90 CE 169 PRI W NE

EASY LIVING! $

00 39,8

4521 DOGWOOD STREET

• Great meeting place for your club or organization • Convert this 3,000 sqft building into a private residence

EXQUISITE CHARACTER HOME! ,800 $ 297

4595 MONTROSE STREET

• Well-designed 4 bedroom, 2 baths, 10ft ceilings in kitchen • Greenhouse, potting station, garden shed, raised beds and fruit trees

PERFECT FAMILY HOME! ,900 $ 259

4650 10TH AVENUE

• Vaulted wood ceilings, wood floors, bright and open spacious rooms • 24x17 detached wired garage, great neighbourhood, close to all amenities

RANCHER ON 0.60 OF AN ACRE! ,000 $ 297

5199 PINEO ROAD

• City living, Country setting, on greenbelt, creek runs along property

• Many updates, private yard, double garage and detached shed

sproatlakehomes.ca

UNIQUE FAMILY HOME! ,900 $ 399

3117 MCNAUGHTON AVENUE

• Three storey home, four bedrooms, four baths & rec room w/bar • Amazing views of the mountains, cedar deck & enclosed hot tub

SOUTH PORT CLASS! ,000 $ 319

4175 RAVENHILL AVENUE

• Four bedroom, three bath home with fifth bed or office/den • Quiet neighbourhood, private yard and beautifully landscaped

900 CE 89, PRI W NE

205-5170 ANGUS STREET

4672 ADELAIDE STREET

• 1193 sq ft for your home or business featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 bath • Large living room, kitchen, eating nook, bath and 1 bedroom on the main

INVESTORS ALERT! ,000 $ 129

4565 ARROWSMITH ROAD

26-1655 ALBERNI HWY

• Two bedroom, two bath 14' wide mobile features vaulted ceilings • Great price, low maintenance yard and easy access

NORTH PORT RANCHER! $

,900

144

4586 BEALE STREET

• One bedroom, one bath, open floor plan and gas fireplace • Laundry in unit, security entrance, storage unit & transportation nearby

• Side x side duplex offers one bedroom and one bath on either side • Many updates already done, separate meters, great location

• 3 bedroom, 1 bath, detached garage, fully fenced • Great neighbourhood and within walking distance to all amenities

FIXER-UPPER!

CENTRAL LOCATION!

GREENBELT LIVING!

0 ,90 ICE $ 69 PR W NE

3579 3RD AVENUE

• 2200 sqft building, high traffic area, tons of parking

$

,900 129

$

,000 192

• Lots of storage space, previously the home of Barlow's Home Entertainment

3963 5TH AVENUE

SPRING INTO ACTION AND VIEW THESE GREAT HOMES!

• Off-Water community just steps from the lake, wharf and a boat slip • Serviced with underground wiring, septic in place, hydro to lot

• 0.37 acre level lot in an exclusive semi - waterfront community • Subdivision is serviced with underground wiring & has septic in place

SL 2 KYUNIM ROAD

CHARMING COUNTRY CHARACTER HOME! $

,900 $ 799

5586 WOODLAND CRES. W

• 5 bedrooms plus loft, 3 baths and sun room • 1.28 acres, attached double carport, detached garage

• 0.43 acre lot fully serviced by electricity, water and sewage to lot lin • Astounding views, private, sandy pebble beach with wharf

,900 239

RANCHER IN UPSCALE SUBDIVISION! STUNNING SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT!

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HOMES UNDER $200,000!

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• Small but so is the price, central location in great neighbourhood • Rental investment, or make it your new getaway fishing shack

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INVESTOR OR FIRST- TIMER? ,000 $ 119

,000 $ 299

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2693 3RD AVENUE

• 2 bedroom home currently rented for $700/month • Centrally located, on the bus route, close to downtown

COMPLETELY RENOVATED ,000 $ 139

LARGE FAMILY HOME! ,900 $ 259

6149 RIVER ROAD

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• Three bedroom or two bedroom plus den, one bath home • 9.6` ceilings, views of the mountains and the harbour & detached shop

COUNTRY IN THE CITY! ,900 $ 159

5281 MARY STREET

• Lovely family home is situated on a private 0.24 acre lot • Three bedrooms and two bathrooms on the main, attached garage

VICTORIA QUAY CONDO! ,900 $ 149

305-4505 VICTORIA QUAY

• 1 bedroom, 1 bath open floor plan, gas fireplace in living room • Secured entry, covered parking, private deck and views of the river

4050 JOHNSTON ROAD

• Main level entry home, four beds + den and 2 baths

• Newly installed pellet stove, RV Parking, Sheds, RV tent & Gazebo's

HOME SWEET HOME! ,900 $ 169

5018 MONTROSE STREET

• Cozy two bedroom main level entry, coved ceilings, spacious kitchen • Large fully fenced corner lot, attached garage with mechanic's pit

GREAT CENTRAL LOCATION! ,500 $ 199

3730 WALLACE STREET

• Split level home, great layout with two separate entry ways • Kitchen, dining & living room on the main, 3 bedrooms & 1 bath up & basement

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