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WHAT’S NEXT FOR CLOSED QBES?
Social hub is the plan SD 69, town, SOS reveal vision for closed school site JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com
The school district has signed an agreement with the town and the Society of Organized Services to “explore re-purposing options” for Qualicum Beach Elementary School. The school, which sits in a high-profile location in the downtown village neighbourhood, is one of four that School District 69 closed in April due to a budget crunch caused by declining enrolment district-wide. The school district, town and SOS scheduled a news conference Monday afternoon to discuss the plan. The news release issued by the school district Monday morning was headlined: “Integrated Family Services Centre Coming to Qualicum Beach.” “Throughout the recent school district facility review process, it became very clear that if surplus school space became available there would be opportunities for partnership and innovation,” the district said in its news release. “The school district is pleased to announce the signing of an intent agreement to explore re-purposing options on the former Qualicum Elementary School site along with District 69 Society of Organized Services and the Town of Qualicum Beach.” “The parties will work together to promote the development of a community hub that is recognized and valued as a gathering place for people of all ages and an access point for a wide range of community activities, events, programs and services,” the release continued. Attempts by The NEWS to get comment from the leaders of the Save QBES group before deadline Monday were unsuccessful. See AGREEMENT APPLAUDED, page A7
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TEDDY BEAR PICNIC: Although it was the soggiest Teddy Bear Picnic in recent memory, many kids still hauled their stuffies and guardians to Nanoose Bay to enjoy the parade and festivities on Saturday. The long-running event, put on by Quality Foods, invites children to bring their teddy bears and register them for a passport when they arrive at the Jack Bagley Field. Above, twins Adelaide and Sydney Waldie cuddle up to Mr. Bear and Gem while waiting for the parade to begin. See story page A9 and for more photos, visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/PQBNews.
TEACHERS’ STRIKE EFFECT ON LOCAL SCHOOL RECONFIGURATION
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An impasse in the B.C. teacher’s strike could complicate District 69’s school reconfigurations over the summer. The school board voted April 29 to BUY A PHARMASAVE
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Qualicum Beach chamber has interim prez
Following the sudden death of Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce Chair Paul Walkey, the board of the chamber met on July 2 to determine the group’s leadership structure. Stepping up to take Walkey’s place is Oura Giakoumakis, partowner of Thalassa Restaurant at the Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club. A chamber news release said Giakoumakis comes with a depth of experience at the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce and has agreed to act as “interim” chair until the group’s annual general meeting in November. “I would like to thank the Board of the Chamber of Commerce for allowing me the privilege to be part of such an amazing organization and take the Interim Chair’s position,” Giakoumakis said in the release. OURA GIAKOUMAKIS “While as first vice chair, I thought I had a little more time to learn, I look forward to the challenges that lay ahead and working with the Town of Qualicum Beach and the other organizations within.” At the same July 2 board meeting, the chamber’s new executive was also determined. Jim Lynch of NR Insurance assumes the first vice-chair’s position and Michelle Genereux of Verico Compass Mortgage Group steps in as second vice-chair. Rusty Joerin of Woodsgift Enterprises will continue to serve as the chamber’s treasurer. — NEWS Staff/QB Chamber of Commerce news release
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From left, painter Ken Kirkby, carver Oscar Moria and owners of the Sandbar Cafe Ryan and Grace Kim helped land Qualicum Bay’s newest attraction, Moby Jane.
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A fish called Moby Jane The fish was carved out of styrofoam by Qualicum Bay carver Oscar Moria
between the Nile Creek Enhancement Society (NCES) and the Sandbar Cafe is simply to make people smile, Kirkby said, while attracting people to the area and showcasing the many talents and accomplishments of the locals. LISSA ALEXANDER The idea came to him a couple of years ago reporter@pqbnews.com but was thrown off track with the sudden death Kids visiting Qualicum Bay better behave or of Helen Hallett last year, then owner of the cafe. they might be swallowed up by Kirkby, president of the NCES, It’s making people laugh so still frequents the cafe which is a giant fish. it turned out good Bowser artist Ken Kirkby the central meeting place for chuckled as he said the words volunteers in the society, and OSCAR MORIA in front of children checking he approached Sandbar Cafe out the new giant fish sculpture owners Ryan and Grace Kim which lives in the canoe in front of the Sandbar with the idea to complete the project. As Kirkby Cafe and Art Gallery in Qualicum Bay. The fish, is a painter and not a carver, he brought Mocalled Moby Jane, has a pair of gumboots in her ria on board to carve the fish. Moria had never mouth, the obvious remnants of a local fisher- worked with styrofoam before and it was a bit man, Kirby said. of challenge and quite messy, he said, but he’s “We grow ‘em big and feisty up here don’t ya pleased with the results. know?” “It’s making people laugh so it turned out The fish was carved out of styrofoam by Qua- good,” Moria said. The Sandbar Cafe and Art licum Bay carver Oscar Moria. The joint project Gallery is located at 6087 West Island Hwy.
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NON-TYPICAL RACK: This photo, taken by Wayne Duke last week on Qualicum Road in Qualicum Beach, shows a mature buck with a velvet, non-typical rack. Duke suggested readers of The NEWS might want to check out sightings of the local bucks in case this one is sighted again. “It will be very interesting to view this guy when the process is complete and his antlers mature to full growth,” said Duke. “Even though he seemed quite content to having his photo taken, a measuring for Boone and Crockett record purposes is out of the question, at least not by yours truly.”
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Almost $80K in gaming grants
Sports and Arts and Culture organizations in Parksville have received $79,080 in Community Gaming Grants, according to a news release from the B.C. government. • Mid-Island Wheelchair Sports Club received $13,580. • The Bard to Broadway Theatre Society received $10,000 for its live theatre program and $5,500 for its performing arts education series. • Oceanside Minor Hockey Association received $50,000. “Local organizations such as Mid-Island Wheelchair Sports Club provide opportunities for residents of our community to be healthy and active,” Parksville-Qualicum MLA Michelle Stilwell said in the release. “Bard to Broadway’s programs are a highlight of summer in Oceanside and I’m thrilled
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Parksville Idol is for solo, amateur singers. Amateur is defined as someone whose main income is not derived from singing or someone that has a CD or a record. There will be 3 age divisions – Kids (6-12), Youth (13-18) and Adult (19+). The contestant’s age on August 9 will determine which age category they enter. Contestants must reside on Vancouver Island. If selected as a semi-finalist, contestants must be able to perform live on Saturday, August 9, 2014.
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In celebration of this summer’s Quality Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting ‘Musical’ sand sculpting theme, the Parksville Beach Festival will be hosting a fun and exciting event called Parksville Idol. The event will include a People’s Choice online voting format to determine the semi-finalists in each age division to perform live on August 9, as well as a finals round where the top 2 in each category will perform just prior to the fireworks on August 9.
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that we can support local live theatre.” The grants are awarded under the Sport Category of the Community Gaming Grant Program, which allows non-profit organizations to apply for provincial gaming revenues from the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development. Gaming grants are also awarded in the categories of Public Safety, Arts and Culture, Environment and Human and Social Services. In the 2012/13 fiscal year, the government said it distributed a total of $135 million in gaming grants for eligible community programs and services. Organizations interested in applying for Community Gaming Grants can find full application information at pssg.gov.bc.ca/gaming. — NEWS Staff/B.C. government news release
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SCULPTORS START THEIR WORK THIS WEEKEND IN PARKSVILLE
Beachfest might be even bigger this year This year’s theme for competitors is ‘a celebration of music’ CANDACE WU NEWS@PQBNEWS.COM
The event that put Parksville on the world map is back at the beach this weekend: the annual sandcastle competition. More than 90,000 people came to Parksville Beach last year to see the Quality Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition and organizers expect to see even more visitors this summer. Event manager Trish Smith said this year’s theme is “a celebration of music.” “The theme was decided by the board,” said Smith. “We left it pretty open so the sculptors have room to think outside the box.” According to a news release issued by Parksville Beach Festival Society the annual competition is an “official qualifier” for the World Championship of Sand Sculpting (WCSS) to be held in 2015. “This will guarantee the first place soloist and doubles winners an automatic placement in the WCSS,” stated the release. “The second and third place winners will have their names in a pool to be drawn upon as space permits.” The executive director for the World Championship event, Charlie Beaulieu, will be attending Parksville’s sand sculpting
competition and he is the official “sponsors’ logo carver” for the event. Smith said there is one local entry in the doubles category and the remaining 27 sculptors come from other parts of Canada, the United States, Mexico, the Netherlands and Latvia. The public can witness the architecture and creativity emerge from the sand while sculpting is still underway. While sculptors start at 8 a.m. Friday morning, the official opening begins at 2 p.m. this Saturday (July 12) with a ribbon cutting just outside the sculpting zone gates. The sculptures must be finished by Sunday (July 13) at 3 p.m. The winners will be announced Sunday evening at 5.30 p.m. The exhibit will remain open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily until Aug. 17. Admission is by donation with a suggested donation of $2.50 per person. And back by popular demand, Smith said experienced sculptors will be at the beach (in the larger sandpit adjacent to the sculpting zone) to teach community members how to sculpt like a professional this Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. In line with the theme of music, Smith said there will be concerts down at Parksville Beach throughout the summer (July 19 - Aug. 17) on Friday and Saturday evenings from 6.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. Additionally, buskers will play music near the gazebo each afternoon from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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The annual Quality Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition kicks off this weekend at Parksville Beach.
The Art in the Park craft and art fair returns July 27. The fourth annual fair will be a oneday event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Parksville Beach displaying a wide array of art and craft styles from all over Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. And new this year to Beachfest is a competition called Parksville Idol — an event in line with this year’s theme of music. The event will include a people’s choice online voting format to determine the semi-finalists in each age division to
perform live, as well as a finals round where the top two in each category will perform just prior to the Quality Foods fireworks on August 9. The event is being organized by the Beachfest society and co-sponsored by the City of Parksville and The Parksville Qualicum Beach News. Competitors can register via the Beachfest website until July 21. This festival is both a community-wide event and international competition organized by the Parksville Beach Festival Society who assigns 25 per cent of
their gate proceeds to community projects and philanthropic groups. Since 1999 the society has donated nearly $350,000 to non-profit organizations and projects. Smith said this event is made possible with the help of more than 200 volunteers from 13 community groups and “significant support” from local businesses through cash and inkind sponsorships. For more information and a complete schedule visit www. parksvillebeachfest.ca or e-mail info@parksvillebeachfest.ca.
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Summertime in the City
Quality Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition - July 12 to August 17
The City is proud to be one of the community sponsors of the Quality Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition. Parksville Beach Festival runs from July 12 to August 17 and as well as the world famous sand sculpting event, activities include Lions Kitefest (July 19-20), Art in the Park (July 27), VanIsle Shriners Show and Shine Car Show (August 4), Quality Foods Fireworks (August 9), Quality Foods Children’s Sandcastle Competition (August 10), Kidfest (August 10), Friday and Saturday night concerts in the picnic shelter (July 18 - August 16) as well as buskers in the Community Park gazebo most afternoons.
Parksville Idol This year’s sand sculpting theme is “musical” and in keeping with this spirit, Parksville Idol has been added as a new event for Beach Festival. It’s an amateur voice competition with three age divisions and contestants must reside on Vancouver Island. Information about how to enter, contestant rules and people’s choice online voting information is available from parksvillebeachfest.ca along with much more about Parksville’s five weeks of beach fun. Parksville Idol is co-sponsored by the City of Parksville and the PQB News.
Not possible without volunteers Our region is known for its festivals, events and many summertime activities. This year’s Canada Day celebrations were a huge success, thanks to the many enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers and organizations at the heart of our community and who make it all possible. Under the auspices of the Rotary Club of Parksville, about 80 volunteers worked on Canada Day. Beach Festival relies on “volunteer ambassadors”, thirteen groups who provide about 200 volunteers. As a community, we are indeed fortunate so many willing give of their time and energy. Thank you all!
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Fall Grant-in-Aid Applications
Temple Street Upgrade
Subject to the provisions of the City’s Grant-in-Aid applications policy, the City may provide financial assistance to community groups and organizations for events benefitting our citizens and visitors. Non-profit organizations in the arts, cultural, recreational or social services fields are eligible to apply. Deadline is 4 pm, August 29. Information on the program, policy, instructions and application may be obtained at City Hall or from the website [Mayor and Council/Grant-in-Aid Applications].
Over the next two years, a two kilometre section of Temple Street will receive capital upgrades and infrastructure renewal. The first phase of the project, between Phillips Avenue and Chinook Avenue, will begin later this summer. The works will include replacement of watermains, storm sewer mains where required, streetlights and a continuous sidewalk. Invitation to tender the first phase of the project closes tomorrow and more information will be available soon.
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Water Conservation Level 2 now in effect, allows for a total of four hours watering per watering day (odd numbered addresses on odd numbered days and even numbered addresses on even numbered days). Watering times are 6 am to 10 am and 6 pm to 10 pm for no more than two hours per period.
A snapshot of goals and accomplishments in 2013, the City’s annual report was formally presented to Council this week. The report is available for review on our website. [Quicklinks – Reports]
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You may vote in the Parksville municipal election as a resident elector if you meet all of these requirements; it does not matter if you rent or own your own home. • You are a Canadian citizen; AND • You are or will be 18 years of age or older on general voting day (Saturday, November 15, 2014); AND • You have lived in BC for at least six months (since Tuesday, May 13, 2014) prior to registration and have lived in or have owned property in Parksville for at least 30 days (by Wednesday, October 15, 2014) prior to registration; AND • You are not disqualified from voting by the Local Government Act or any other act.
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FILL THE BOOT CAMPAIGN
PVFD raises $2,149 They beat last year’s total by $150
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The Parksville Volunteer Fire Department raised more than $2,100 during this year’s Fill The Boot campaign on June 28.
Parksville firefighters say they would like to thank the community for their amazing support during their boot drive on Saturday, June 28. The fire fighters say they were overwhelmed by the generosity of the public and their supporters. They are also offering special thanks to Thrifty Foods for hosting the event and their continued support of the Parksville Fire Department. “The event was very successful,
surpassing the previous year by nearly $150 and raised an amazing $2,149.76!” said a news release from the firefighters. “These funds will be donated to improve the quality of life for people with neuromuscular disorders by purchasing mobility equipment, providing support services, and funding research, which will one day lead to a cure (for muscular dystrophy). Without the kindness of the Parksville community, the firefighters would not be able to support such a worthwhile cause.” — NEWS Staff/PVFD news release
Agreement applauded by MLA The school district said the grounds of QBES “will be developed with the following outcomes in mind:” • Serve as a focal point for the community. • Maintain activity and social vibrancy while preserving the potential for school use again in the future. • Capitalize on existing community partnerships and leverage those relationships to enhance the scope and accessibility of services for individuals and families who live in Qualicum Beach and surrounding areas. • Encourage social gathering and provide spaces for people to congregate and meet in both planned and incidental ways. • Provide a facility and grounds that allow for local organizations and community groups to offer a range of activities, programs, services and events which address the needs of the community. • Be a multi-purpose centre, em-
phasizing community information, social interaction, and community development/capacity-building. • Include public and private services such as recreation, education, child care, family support services, health care or social support programs. • Model and promote sustainable practices. The school district said the Munchkinland Early Learning Adventure Centre and the Collaborative Education Alternate Program (CEAP) will continue to operate on the QBES site. “The support of the Town of Qualicum Beach will be invaluable in helping establish this integrated family services centre as a place where individuals and families can access an array of support services In Qualicum Beach,” said the release. “Such an asset will certainly help to attract and retain families in the community and add to the wellbeing of citizens of all ages.” Parksville-Qualicum MLA Michelle
Stilwell was quoted in the news release: “This agreement offers a great deal of potential benefit for the community of Qualicum Beach,” said Stilwell. “The SOS and school district are to be congratulated for working together to ensure that this property continues to serve the needs of the community.” The district said “very quickly” the parties will be convening a meeting of local groups, community service providers and private businesses that may be interested in having a presence in this facility. This announcement comes on the heels of another related to a school that has been recently closed. The school district and the City of Parksville announced last month they are exploring options for a private international school on the grounds of Parksville Elementary School. (See Thursday’s edition of The NEWS for more details on this story.)
Did you see a crash on Hwy 19 on June 26? Oceanside RCMP are looking for people who witnessed a crash on the Inland Highway on June 26. Police say at approximately 2:14 p.m. June 26, a white Toyota Yaris, with Footprints Security written on the side, was involved in a collision with a Blue Honda Ridgeline.
Police say this collision happened in the southbound lanes of Highway 19 on the French Creek Bridge, just south of the Qualicum Beach Overpass. RCMP say both vehicles suffered cosmetic damage and were able to pull to the side of the road without incident.
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But the physical work they have to do over the summer to prepare the schools for different age and grade configurations is being delayed by picket lines, which the CUPE support staff won’t cross. “We are picketing over the summer to apply pressure to the district to lobby Minister Fassbender,” said Mount Arrowsmith Teachers’ Association (MATA) president Debbie Morran. “We want a contract and we’re very frustrated,” she said, adding that they also want to “dispel the myth that teachers just go away for the summer and cross our fingers.” “We are doing what we can in our small way in Mount Arrowsmith,” she said. “I’m not sure Victoria or BCPSEA (B.C. Public School Employers’ Association) is motivated by our situation here,” Koop countered, adding that this is one of the few districts where teachers are picketing through the summer. He said he recognizes it is their right to picket wherever MATA members work. He said work crews have gotten into schools on weekends and evenings, but then picketers show up and they have to leave. “There is a rumour in the community that this means those schools won’t close,” Koop said, “but that’s not true — we need to proceed. The
ship has sailed, the decision has been made.” He said too much has already been done and changing any of the decisions would require a whole process in reverse. If the strike continues through the summer, Koop said that in September “people are going to have to accept that they will have to work within the conditions that are not necessarily what they want,” indicating the district will do whatever it can to start classes in the new school configurations. He said the district’s two-year, staged implementation plan may have to be extended and it will prioritize the most pressing issues. Meanwhile, there doesn’t appear to be any end to the strike in sight after a second potential mediator refused to get involved in the provincial dispute last week, with both sides blaming the preconditions set by the other. Both sides say they are ready to continue negotiations, but none are currently scheduled. Teachers first voted to start ‘work-to-rule’ type job action March 6 and escalated in stages to a full strike as of June 17, cutting the school year short by two weeks. The main issues are pay and two Supreme Court rulings to reinstate teacher’s bargaining rights over working conditions and class size/composition.
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hile the B.C. Liberals aren’t about to win any awards for superior governance the last 14 months, the NDP opposition doesn’t make much of a case for trophies either. On a daily basis, the NDP shows a cynical view of the electorate, underestimating the smarts of B.C. residents while it continues to play the same game that’s been played in this province for decades. If the B.C. Liberals say white, the NDP will say black. Wow, there’s some real strategy. What a contribution to the betterment of the province and its governance. Latest case in point: the NDP’s news-release attack on the B.C. Liberals after it was announced last week B.C. Ferries has awarded the $165 million design-build contract to a Polish company. The NDP news release talked about how the B.C. Liberals have “given up on creating jobs” here and “are doing nothing” to help the B.C. shipbuilding industry. Nowhere in the NDP news release does it mention the fact that the only Canadian firm shortlisted for the ferries contract that eventually went to the Polish company — North Vancouver-based Seaspan Marine — pulled out of the bidding early this year, saying it was too busy with upcoming contracts, including the $15 million cable ferry between Buckley Bay and Denman Island. An oversight by the people writing NDP news releases? Are these the same people who worked on their party’s polling before the last provincial election? We can’t believe they didn’t know the Seaspan Marine angle, so we have to assume they left that information out of the news release on purpose. This is the same-old, same-old political nonsense that has turned voters off party politics, especially those under 30 years of age. These are the same kind of games played 50 years ago in B.C. It’s not like the NDP has cornered the market on this cynical game of disrespecting voters. The B.C. Liberals — the kings and queens of sloganism — aren’t much better. And judging from what we hear from the B.C. Conservative Party, that’s no source of fresh air either. The residents of B.C. deserve better from the government and its opposition. Tell the truth. Park the spin. Quit playing the same game you have been playing for upwards of a century. Ah, we can hear the hacks in Victoria telling us how naive we are. Thanks, you’re making our point for us. — Editorial by John Harding
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FRASER SHOULD TALK TO ALL TAXPAYERS The recent letter by Alberni-Pacific MLA Scott Fraser (‘Talk to a teacher,’ The NEWS, July 1) needs to be answered. Fraser’s letter says that a Supreme Court ruling found this government “guilty” and this government did not negotiate in good faith. I get that. He went on to write that during his visit to three local schools he heard first-hand teachers’ genuine concerns. Fraser is a true politician. He should be reminded that as a politician he should talk to all regular — retired and working, old and young — Joe Taxpayers and not only part of the electorate that votes for him. He should have the political courage to ask all taxpayers who will be affected by whatever settlement may be reached, and work with the government to minimize such impact. JEANPAUL BRASCA Parksville
LEAVE SCHOOLS ALONE
I am a parent with five children in three schools in Parksville. We are well versed in driving to and from almost every school in this district. Parksville Elementary School (PES) is the most central school with the highest elementary school enrolment in our community. This school was full. With a cherished forest playground in the heart of town, children can walk on sidewalks to and from school. Countless walking field trips to the beach, library, grocery store and Stanford place will now be replaced with costly bussing or just not occur. Families have chosen this school because of its location and location is priceless. Four schools in our community are being closed for lack of funds and declining enrolment. I believe $3 million was the shortfall this year. Do the taxpayers of Parksville know that $2 million was spent on a seismic upgrade and 100,000 on a curbless parking lot at PES in the last year and half? Granted, the seismic upgrade bill was footed by the ministry of education (MOE). Regardless, it is still taxpayer money. I am so saddened that this school is being lost to our family, but I think it is a mistake to lose this school to future genera-
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“There is a rumour in the community that this means those schools won’t close” ROLLIE KOOP, see story page A1
tions. Building condos, or town houses on the school property to house ESL students would be an irreversible mistake. We need to take a step back and look at what is good for the community. It should be a school for the community who lives here, not ESL. At the very least, keep it available to switch back to a school for the community when it inevitably is needed. JANE WAITE Nanoose Bay
EDUCATION NEEDS TO CHANGE
I think parents and taxpayers should revolt. I don’t know about you, but I am sick and tired of being held hostage by all stripes of the civil service and their unions. The teachers strike is just the latest of actions that seem to occur almost yearly by one group or another, all paid by the public purse. The teachers are already enjoying excellent salaries, sick days off, copious holidays and a pension plan envied by everyone. Their union spends like drunken sailors on advertising and they are politically NDP because they know that party will give them anything they ask for. It’s really all about money. Forget the baloney about it being all for the children. Ronald Reagan fixed this type of problem in the United States many years ago when he fired the Air Traffic Controllers and their union. I wish we had someone with the guts to do the same thing. Signing bonuses? What is that about? Our public school system is broken, so why try to fix it? Change all schools to private schools operated by the city, town or community. Stop the practice of promoting children to the next grade even though they really didn’t pass. The current thinking is to not hurt their poor little fragile egos, but what really happens is that they cannot keep up the next year either and it continues until the child gives up completely. Another overused term is attention deficit disorder. The real truth is that the teacher is not qualified at finding another way to get the child to understand. This labeling of children is demeaning and promotes failure. What’s wrong with repeating a grade? It prompts the child to try harder so that it doesn’t happen again.
Older people all went to classes with 30 or more students. If anyone disrupted the class, they were punished immediately and nobody else was brave enough to try the same thing. Today there are reports of students actually swearing at the teacher in class. Who’s in control? Obviously not teachers or principals. Have you ever heard of a teacher being fired for incompetence? They don’t even want class test results published just to keep us in the dark, at what benefit to the children. It appears to me that private schools do have the competent people and the ability to operate on a budget, so why not change our system dramatically?
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GREAT REPORTING Editor John Harding’s recent editorial and story on the twin boondoggles of AWS and ERWS (“Water funding questions point to what’s wrong with government” and “Water, water everywhere, but...”, The NEWS, June 26) provided more information and insight into the proposed mega water project than all the alleged ‘extensive public consultation’ by local and municipal government. While residents of the water service areas were asked to contemplate the advantages of ASR, to deliberate on the architectural style of the proposed treatment plant or to ponder the size of a visitor’s parking lot, Harding emphasizes the difficulty in obtaining voter assent in the face of huge tax increases imminent without infrastructure grants from senior levels of government. Faced with that looming reality, and with Nanoose Bay and Parksville residents increasingly suspicious that expansion of the current system is primarily to subsidize BCIMC’s development at Fairwinds, it is highly probable the November referendum would fail in both communities. Our community is fortunate to have a local newspaper editor with exceptional communication skills, an analytical approach to editorializing and a firm grasp on local issues. If he maintains this level of reporting we’ll have to call him ‘Bird Dog John’! JIM LETTIC Nanoose Bay See MORE LETTERS, page A13
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How it brings everyone together. And the sculptures are all pristine and perfect. AJ WOOD Qualicum Beach
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The people and the sandcastles. George Zylstra Errington
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Everything old is new again, even rotary phones
The pimply-faced kid in the backwards-facing ball cap shows up to fix my laptop, taps a couple of keys, shrugs and says “It’s dead. You probably need to replace it.” Yes. Of course. It’s almost six years old. A total fossil. This is my fourth — or fifth? — personal computer. It’s the latest in a daisy chain of technological bewilderment and woe that stretches all the way back to an ancient clunky Commodore 64 which is the machine that first seduced me away from my old Olivetti typewriter. The one that never broke down, never crashed, never lost a file and never once in thirty years required the ministrations of a ‘typewriter expert’. This despite gallons of spilled coffee on its keyboard, breadcrumbs and cigar ashes in its innards, frequent manual abuse and once, being hurled right off my desk into a wall (impending deadline; writer’s block).
I never thought much about my old street corner they are now as scarce as Olivetti when I had it but in retrospect I flamingos. mourn for it like a lost love. I miss its muThat’s not a surprise given that just sic; the ta-pocketa peck of the keys strik- about everyone nowadays totes a plastic ing the paper, the ka-ching lozenge that can make calls, of the bell that warned me take calls and tell you the I was nearing the end of a current humidity reading in line; the whirr and ka-boom Mogadishu. of the carriage as I cuffed it By Arthur Black Humans now carry more across to start a new line. information in their breast Oh hell. If you’re under pocket or purse than our 40 reading this I might as grandparents would access well explain how to harpoon in a lifetime. a whale. You have no idea The fact that a majority what I’m talking about. use it to play Angry Birds or Used to be you couldn’t tweet a review of our latest find an office without at purchase at Tim Horton’s? least one typewriter. Now The fault, Dear Brutus, is not they’ve vanished into the landfill of his- in our stars. tory, along with Eaton’s catalogues, fax Or in our BlackBerrys. machines, garter belts and buggy whips. There is a brand new hotel in the city And public telephones. Pay phones of Victoria — or rather a brand-new haven’t disappeared entirely, but as an ‘old’ hotel — called Hotel Zed. Sixty-two urban feature that used to be on every rooms all retro-fitted to whisk the client
right back to, oh, say 1967. The colour scheme is sixties-psychedelic, there’s a ping pong table in the lobby along with — yes — actual typewriters that guests can use. Each room has a bulletin board instead of a guest directory, old fashioned alarm clocks, radios you can actually see the dial on... And telephones. Real telephones. The clunky Bakelite ones with the curly cords and the oneringy-dingey, two-ringy-dingey rotary dial right in the middle. You’ll find the rotary phone right by the bed in your room at the Hotel Zed. And if you’re a little mystified by the device, not to worry — there’s a How-to guide in the drawer. Or you could just hold your iPhone up to the phone and click. You’ll get an instruction video. Not sure how to use a rotary phone? Hey, there’s an app for that. — This column appears every Tuesday in The NEWS. E-mail: arblack43@shaw.ca.
track this as a minor amendment to the Regional Growth Strategy. • This caused grave concerns to many residents who presented to the RDN on three different occasions pertinent factual information. They were able to accurately detail what constitutes a minor or major amendment. This caused the RDN to deny the town’s request. • The RDN then passed a motion to inform the town that they may re-apply for a major amendment. At which time, the town will have to produce evidence of extensive investiga-
from residents to: infill in the town core, garden suites, carriage houses or to the Kiwanis Village? No. If someone can produce affordable housing (which destination resorts and high-priced condos will not), I am sure you will hear a big cheer from, as our councillor likes to call them, “this special interest group.” I doubt neither Harding or I will be around when it’s time to write an obituary for Qualicum Beach.
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I am responding to John Harding’s editorial on the RDN’S decision on the Growth Containment Boundary amendment requested by the Town of Qualicum Beach (The NEWS, July 1). I will reiterate some of the facts for your readers. • The town needed the approval of the RDN to change the Growth Containment Boundary. • A 3-2 majority of Qualicum Beach’s town councillors attempted to fast
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New store is focusing on local food Eat Fresh Urban Market owner believes this theme will also help local economy CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com
The doors officially opened last week. Eat Fresh Urban Market, nestled on the corner of Bagshaw Street and Island Highway, had a soft-opening June 28 after one year of construction and about ten years of planning. Clayton Baker, who co-owns the store with his wife, Sally, describes it as “a speciality grocery store with a huge focus on the local food movement.” The market boasts Vancouver Island meats such as chicken and lamb from the Cowichan Valley and beef, pork and veal from the Comox Valley. “We want products from as close to home as possible,” store manager Jerry Jaggers told The NEWS from the market’s 12-seat outdoor patio. Jaggers, who has 45 years of experience in the grocery store industry, said the new market aims to “make everything on site” including fresh baked breads and pastries, homemade sauces and marinades, artisan salads, soups and deli sandwiches. Even the store’s exterior stonework comes from Port Renfrew and the cedar comes from Errington.
“Not too many grocery stores actually walk the walk and support locals the way they claim to,” said Clayton, who also has more than three decades of experience in the grocery store business. “We want to support the local economy by buying from our neighbours.” Eat Fresh Urban Market carries Serafina pasta made in Qualicum Beach, bottled water from Nile Creek and cucumbers from Port Alberni. “We live in this community and we want to support it,” said Clayton, explaining that most of his suppliers are friends — or the children or grandchildren of friends — from his lifetime spent in the food industry. The quaint 5,500 square foot building has been completely redesigned to reflect the owner’s ideology. “We want to offer a more intimate grocery shopping experience so people know where their food comes from,” said Clayton. “We want to carry quality items at a reasonable price.” Jagger said when both men first started out in the grocery store business in the 1970’s shopping was “very different than it is today.” “Grocery stores used to be really small,” he said, as if recalling another era. “And you knew the staff — there used to be a real sense of community.” And that’s exactly what this trio wants to re-create. Vintage chandeliers hang from the ceil-
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Eat Fresh Urban Market manager Jerry Jaggers, left, and store owners Sally and Clayton Baker recently opened the doors to Parksville’s newest grocery store which sits on the corner of Bagshaw Street and the Island Highway. The market is open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
ing giving the store a cozy ambiance while the open-concept kitchen allows the aroma of fresh baked bread to travel throughout the store. Shoppers stop and talk with staff, asking them questions about where their produce comes from and it seems like grocery shopping has become less of a chore and more of an experience. “Food tastes best when shared with
family and friends,” said Clayton. “One of the fortunate things in life is getting to sit down and eat together.” Eat Fresh Urban Market is located at 164 Bagshaw St. in Parksville. The store is open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. For more information contact the store at 250-248-3007 or visit www.eatfreshurbanmarket.com.
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There are many reasons to buy life insurance, here are a few of the top ones: You want to ensure that your family, spouse and children, will be looked after in the event of your demise. It is better to obtain this insurance sooner than later for two reasons. One, it is cheaper the younger you are, and, secondly, if you develop an illness in later years you may not qualify for the insurance. Life insurance will cover immediate expenses such as a funeral, as well as any outstanding debts that need to be paid. The lump sum payout will also allow your spouse the opportunity to
maintain the lifestyle you have both disability or death without selling busiworked hard to achieve. ness assets. Life insurance can be A husband and wife don’t used to leave a lasting gift always agree on the necesto a favourite cause or sity or amount of life insurcharity, typically larger ance. It is best to discuss By Carol Plaisier than you would otherwise your concerns and views donate. openly and now, if you have Business needs can also not done so already. be met with key person disTo put it in very simple terms, having the proper ability and life insurance. If insurance in place will give any individual is critical to you peace of mind, because the operation of the busiyou never know.... ness, it is important to be This article was prepared able to carry on during their
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Regan Myers, left, and Gerry Price are helping foster increased accessibility for disabled people in the community. At an Access Oceanside Association fundraiser, the two spoke about some of their visions to improve life for disabled people.
ACCESS OCEANSIDE ASSOCIATION FUNDRAISING
Overcoming daily obstacles
Strides have been made here, but more needs to be done
hike. My friend Joyce is in her eighties and she told me that a lot of seniors when they retire, are happy to sit and play cards but she would BRENDA GOUGH love to go on a wilderness trip in a TrailRider.” NEWS Contributor Price explained that the specially-designed The Access Oceanside Association has ac- wilderness access vehicle with one wheel recomplished a lot in its efforts to create a barri- quires sherpas in the back and front and can er-free community since 2009, but members of tackle any terrain providing hiking opportunithe group say more needs to be done to raise ties for people with disabilities. awareness about inclusion for all. The problem is there isn’t one in our comAt the group’s second annual fundraiser munity. June 27, guest speaker Michelle Stilwell shared “There are two in Victoria, two in Duncan, her extraordinary experience of becoming a two in Campbell River and one in Comox and Paralympics gold medalist. we need to get one in this part of Island,” he The MLA for Parksville-Qualicum told the stated. crowd that it is the small changes that make a The TrailRider has been the centerpiece of difference, and although we face obstacles ev- the British Columbia Mobility Opportunities ery day, it is how we overcome them that force Society since 1995. us to see the hope and possibilThis piece of equipment ities. costs about $5,000 but Price There are dozens of seniors Gerry Price may be in a said it is worth it to make it in Oceanside who would wheelchair, but his focus is on like to be able to go outside possible for people with physwhat is possible for him and ical disabilities have access to using a TrailRider. Jim others who can’t walk. B.C.’s great outdoors. Milina, who is also a The owner of ADVentures “There are dozens of seniors quadriplegic and works Adaptive Design works on in Oceanside who would like with the Accessible ways to remove obstacles that Wilderness Society, went up to be able to go outside using disabled people face on a daily a TrailRider. Jim Milina who is Mount Kilimanjaro in it GERRY PRICE basis but the Parksville engialso a quadriplegic and works neer admits he could use some with the Accessible Wilderness help. Society went up Mount KiliPrice worked for 20 years manjaro in it.” as an able-bodied engineer before he became He said the device has also allowed counta quadriplegic due to a work place fall in 1995. less fishing trips, school outings and family afHe now designs and manufactures adaptive ternoons outdoors. devices for wheelchair users and advocates for Another vision of the AWS which requires disabled people as a director for Spinal Cord a lot of volunteers is the Roberts Lake Project Injury B.C., the Accessible Wilderness Society near Campbell River. (AWS) and the Advisory Design Panel with the Price said they are working towards building City of Parksville. Canada’s first universally designed wilderness Price said although strides have been made lodge and campground facility. in the community with things like the instal“My feeling is you don’t have to send kids who lation of an accessible ramp at the gazebo in are disabled off to camps in Vancouver while the Parksville Community Park and the publication rest of the family goes somewhere else. Wouldn’t of the Parksville Accessibility Booklet, more it be great if they could all go to the same place? needs to be done to have a community of inclu- (The campground) could be the first one in B.C. sion for all to live work and play in. or Canada for families where even grandma could He is particularly focused on acquiring a come because it would be universally designed.” TrailRider for these parts to take disabled peoHe said using a little bit of imagination and ple to places they might have thought were no landscaping, you can easily make places acceslonger possible to get to. sible, but volunteers are needed. “I look out my window and I can see Mount For more details on AWS projects visit: Arrowsmith every day. I would love to go for a www.awsociety.org.
The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure gives notice pursuant to Section 2.2 of the Transportation Act that it intends to rename Lowry Place, located near Parksville, B.C.. Approximately 100 metres of Lowry Place from the intersection at Roberton Boulevard to its terminus will be renamed Lowry’s Road. Anyone wanting to provide comments of support or opposition to the proposed name change should do so in writing no later than July 28, 2014, to the Vancouver Island District Office at 3rd Floor, 2100 Labieux Road, Nanaimo, B.C., V9T 6E9.
For more information, please contact Operations Manager Johnathan Tillie at 250 751-3287 or by e-mail at Johnathan.Tillie@gov.bc.ca.
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Public Notice of Intent Proposed Road Name Change:
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The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure gives notice pursuant to Section 2.2 of the Transportation Act that it intends to rename a portion of Lowry’s Road, located near Parksville, B.C.. Approximately 200 metres of Lowry’s Road from the intersection at Wembley Road to the intersection at Roberton Boulevard will be renamed Roberton Boulevard. Anyone wanting to provide comments of support or opposition to the proposed name change should do so in writing no later than July 28, 2014, to the Vancouver Island District Office at 3rd Floor, 2100 Labieux Road, Nanaimo, B.C., V9T 6E9.
For more information, please contact Operations Manager Johnathan Tillie at 250 751-3287 or by e-mail at Johnathan.Tillie@gov.bc.ca.
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Clever comedy relies on sassy characters Always a Bridesmaid runs until August 11 in Qualicum Beach BRENDA GOUGH NEWS Contributor
When you throw in a Marie Antoinette bridesmaid dress, sassy one-liners and a cast of characters who poke fun at every wedding cliché in the guest book, you have a recipe for a laugh-out-loud comedy. Always a Bridesmaid opened the 15th season of Bard to Broadway’s summer repertory theatre with a clever comedy that had the audience in stitches from start to finish. If you’ve ever pushed a stranger out of the way to catch the bouquet, or have been dutybound to wear the world’s ugliest bridesmaid dress, this overthe-top marriage-go-round is for you. In this hilarious comedic romp, four friends have sworn to keep the promise they made on the night of their senior prom: to be in each other’s weddings no matter what … they just didn’t know they’d still be performing the role quite so often, or decades later. Forsaking all others, in sickness and in health, the loyal friends-for-life repeatedly attempt to stage a perfect wedding in spite of fist fights at the altar and runaway brides. The four scenes take place over the span of seven years in the sitting room of a suite in the Laurelton Oaks in Virginia, where each of the women has been married, some of them multiple times. And each time, they’re bridesmaids for whomever is getting hitched. Although director Jay Norton had a well written-script created by the most produced play-
wrights in the United States, the Jones Hope Wooten trio, he was also blessed with a stellar cast of southern-fried characters who delivered a rollicking good time. Kelly Jiggins nailed her character of Libby Ruth, the hopeful romantic who supports the women in all of their nuptial planning. It may have been Jiggins’ first experience with acting, but she was a natural on stage and delivered a solid performance as an overly-romantic idealist. Jiggins committed to Libby Ruth’s sense of whimsy, singing at the top of her lungs in all keys and conversing with a tiny, stuffed poodle. Daniella Novak as the kinda flashy, kinda trashy, high-spirited and self-involved Monette had just the right amount of insecurity mixed with sass in her performance. A bit of a showgirl and flirt, Monette has some dramatic entrances and exits wearing some interesting outfits. The most memorable was when she appeared in a grandiose bridesmaid dress and referred to herself as Monette Antoinette. Each ugly dress is a laughout-loud show-stopper including one which is referred to as “a street walker named desire.” Monette’s life lessons learned from several marriages pop up frequently in the form of sassy one-liners, including: “Women will never be equal to men ... until they can walk down the street with a bald head and a beer gut and still think they’re sexy.” Beleaguered bridesmaid Charlie is performed by Susan Warner, whose outrageous style has brought many laughs to the Village Theatre as a member of ECHO Players. As the tree-hugging, Birken-
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HOLLY MCNARLAND PLAYS SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE BAYSIDE IN PARKSVILLE
Family life brings her closer to her songs She had a hit single and a Juno Award in the late 1990s
A celebrated Canadian singer songwriter is doing an intimate acoustic show in Parksville on Saturday night, July 12. Holly McNarland was a household name in the Canadian music industry in the late 1990s when her hit single Numb made the top 10 in Canada’s RPM singles chart. That album, called Stuff, was certified platinum and in 1998 McNarland won a Juno Award for Best New Solo Artist, followed by an extensive North American tour. She went on to release a number of other acclaimed albums and collaborated with Matthew Good and The Tea Party among others. Embracing her Metis roots, McNarland has also performed at important Aboriginal events like the National Aboriginal Achievement Awards in Calgary. Now a mother of two, McNarland took some time off from releasing albums in recent years to concentrate on raising her family. But she has continued to write songs over the years and her first independent release, Run Body
Run, was released in 2012. Although her children are still young and she doesn’t perform regularly, McNarland is heading out on an acoustic tour of Vancouver Island. Today, she has no agent, manager or record label and said she much prefers her current situation. “When I was with a label, I felt very far from and separated from my fans outside of playing shows,” she said in a news release from Vancouver Island Music Connection (VIMC). The title track on Run Body Run was inspired by her daughter, who was three years old when she wrote the song. “Hearing her tell herself that she can do anything is really inspiring — like she can do anything with words,” she said in the release. “It took me a long time to make this record and I’m really close to the songs.” McNarland will perform at the Quality Resort Bayside on July 12 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance available from Quality Resort Bayside front desk, Lockhart Collection, ReVived Vintage, Soak Essentials, or online at www.arbutusevents.com. Tickets will be $35 at the door. — NEWS Staff/Submitted by VIMC
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Toronto singer songwriter Holly McNarland is performing at the Quality Inn Bayside in Parksville on Saturday night.
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HOME CARE/SUPPORT P/T CAREAIDE to assist senior with MS in Qualicum Beach, 1hr/day, 3-4 days/wk. Help with bathing, dressing, ROM exercises. Wage negotiable. Call (250)752-7373.
TRADES, TECHNICAL MACHINIST WANTED Vancouver Island Company requires a machinist immediately. Must be proficient in the operation of boring mills and lathes. Union position with comparable wages and excellent benefit package. Submit resumes via fax to: 250-656-1262 or email to: rmwltd@ramsaygroup.com
PERSONAL SERVICES FINANCIAL SERVICES ARE YOU $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-3511783.
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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 IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161. UNFILED TAX Returns? Unreported Income? Avoid Prosecution and Penalties. Call a Tax Attorney First! 1855-668-8089. (Mon-Fri 9-6 ET)
MEDICAL HEALTH FOOT CARE in your home by certified foot care nurse. 40 years experience. Vets approved. Marg 250-954-8259.
PERSONAL SERVICES
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Personal Caregiver for hire. $30/hr, 2hr min. Bathing, grooming, housework, yardwork, pet care. Avail 3-7pm. 250-951-2517 Ref’s avail.
COMPUTER BUSINESS & Home Support, 30yrs IT Tech. Low rates, Seniors Discount. TLC-John, 250-594-5558.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
WATERFRONT CAFÉ FOR LEASE at French Creek Harbour
Are you looking for a unique business opportunity? This cafĂŠ has an equipped kitchen and dining area and is in a prime location in the harbour. Your guests will enjoy the waterfront environment and a view over the boats in the harbour. For more information and to submit a resume and business plan to the Harbour Authority of French Creek email hafc@frenchcreekharbour.ca or in person to
1055 Lee Road Parksville, BC No later than July 18th 2014.
Contact phone number: 250-248-5051. TRADES, TECHNICAL
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Multi-media Journalist The Campbell River Mirror, an award-winning newspaper on central Vancouver Island, is looking for a journalist to help us produce dynamic and creative content for our print, web and social media platforms. We are looking for a combination of education and experience in writing, reporting, photography and video skills. Experience with InDesign is also an asset. The journalist must be a self-starter comfortable reporting news, features and some sports. We require a team player who can work in a cooperative environment and adheres to the highest journalistic standards. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package based on experience. You must also have a valid driver's licence and a dependable vehicle. Campbell River is a picturesque seaside city of 33,000 people located on Vancouver Island. It has access to a full range of cultural and recreational facilities and is home to the classic West Coast lifestyle of Vancouver Island and the northern Gulf Islands. The Mirror is a member of Black Press, Canada’s largest independent print media company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers across Canada and the United States. Send your resume and references to: Alistair Taylor Editor, Campbell River Mirror, 104 - 250 Dogwood St. Campbell River, B.C. V9W 2X9 Or e-mail: editor@campbellrivermirror.com
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Be part of a landmark project, recognized throughout Vancouver, then Come back to grow with us at LMS Reinforcing Steel Group! Our City infrastructure could not be built without experienced professionals like YOU! Project Duration: Monday, July 21st - Monday, July 28th, 2014 Number of Vacancies: 50 Requirements: Looking for DEPENDABLE and HARD working professionals who can commit to: seven (7) to eight (8) straight days (Monday to Monday) of twelve (12) hour shifts (see below for either Days OR Nights). Shifts: 1) Day = 7am to 7pm; OR 2) Night = 7pm to 7am (premium rate paid) BeneĹľts: • Accommodation (if you reside out of North Vancouver area) • Meals provided (During shifts) • Completion Bonus (if all 7 days of 12 hour shift is completed). Application requirements: Send your Letter of intent/interest and point form Resume (outlining your previous experience & transferable skills) and preferred shift (Day or Night) via: careers@lmsgroup.ca OR Fax: 604.572.6139 – Quote: “SILO-July2014â€? in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those who clearly outline the application requirements above will be contacted toward future screening.
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BUYDENS Computer Services Offering PC Repair and Personal Tutoring From Nanoose to Deep Bay
Call Kevin 250-240-7372
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
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PETS
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URGENT ADOPTION: Diva aka Dania Labrador retriever Great Dane mix, gentle giant, 4 yrs old. Ideal family pet, loves children. No cats. Can be prey driven. High energy, beautiful girl. Dogwood Rescue (250)752-1157, Qualicum.
GRINSHEEP FIBRE Productions. Felting, spinning, knitting & weaving supplies. Tues Sat., 1 - 5 or by appt. 250-2486306. grinsheep@gmail.com
PARKSVILLE- TOTALLY reno’d, ocean view, 2 bdrm apt. Free storage & parking, quiet bldg, heat/hot water included. Quiet tenants need only apply! Refs req’d. Available July 1. $950. Call 250-248-3350. UPPER LEVEL, newly reno’d, 1 bdrm apt. Free laundry, hydro, satellite & internet. Pets neg. Ref’s required. Immed. $700/mo. 250-618-2609
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HAULING AND SALVAGE
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ALL TYPES of hauling. Small loads, garden waste, construction debris & junk. Call Ron 250-757-2094, 250-951-4625.
Friendly in home Mac/PC support and lessons. Certified tech, 15 + years experience making technology approachable and easy to understand. All my work is guaranteed. Call
HOME REPAIRS
Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.
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1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251
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PAINTING
DRYWALL Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Reno & Repair Specialist. 30 years of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES
GALOWAY GOLF clubs+ bag, $120. 3 pairs golf shoes, size 12, best offer. Call (250)7578843.
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.
The Sharp Design Landscaping Group- Call 250.248.3835
GARDENING
UNDER $300 2x4’ COFFEE table+ matching lamp table, $225. Call (250)752-5641.
ASTONISHING PAINTING CO. Residential/Commercial/Repainting. 25 yrs. experience. Call Mike 250-248-8569
BARK MULCH $20/pick up if you load. $30/pickup if I load. Call 250-618-2609
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Landscaping, Gardening, Clean-up, Hauling. Pressure Washing, Irrigation, Carpentry, Hardscapes, Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444
OCEANSIDE Lawn & Garden. Yard clean-up, mowing, hedges, sprinkler adjustments, gutter clean-outs. (250)240-1116.
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HANDYPERSONS FLOOR INSTALLER - retired. Small jobs specialty: carpet, vinyl, ceramic, laminate, hardwood. Call Tom for free estimate. 250-586-3173
POIRIER PAINTING: Residential / Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, WCB, Call Dan at #250240-3528.
PET CARE SERVICES
1942 ACME Electric Stove as is. Was working when removed. $99.99. 250-618-2609.
CAT SITTING in my home. Safe, loving environment. No cages. 7 day to long term stay. Limited space. 250-740-5554
FRUIT & VEGETABLES COOMBS COUNTRY FARM U-pick raspberries only! Prepicked Strawberries, Raspberries. Blueberries available in July. 2062 Alberni Hwy, Coombs (1 mile before Coombs Market). Open: 7:30am-3:30pm, Daily. Call us 250-248-7698, 250-739-2800. coombscountryfarms@shaw.ca
5YR-OLD DOBERMAN. A devoted companion with no health issues. Must be in a home with no other dogs. She needs someone who has Doberman experience. Call (250)752-1157, Qualicum
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MASSIVE ESTATE Sale Moving after 50 yrs. 1660 Pengelly Rd. Campbell River. June 10th to 12th (10-6) June 13th (10-3) House full of antiques, autobody shop w/lots of tools,and barn full of collectables. ‘66 Dodge Charger 36000 miles, Harley Davidson Centennial 105 km, Rat Rods + 5 other cars. Fishing gear, Frame straightening machine, pot belly stoves, lead glass windows, cement mixers..too much to list, visit our website @ www.estateliquidators.ca
TWO Family Garage Sale, Lots of items to choose from, July 5 and 6 from 9am to 4pm Location 125 Maple Crescent, Parksville, (very top of Craig Street)
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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES DOWNTOWN QUALICUM- lrg 2 bdrm w/ocean view. NP/NS. Available Aug 1. $1125/mo. Call (250)752-9821 QUALICUM- COZY, clean 2bdrm suite in SxS duplex, minutes from Qualicum Beach. Country setting, N/P. $750/mo. utils not incld. July 1st. Call (250)752-6098, (250)954-8847
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER 4-BDRM CAPE COD, Bowser. Great location! 1/2 acre. $349,900. Call (250)757-8347.
HOUSES FOR SALE BEAUTIFUL ENGLISH Bungalow, four years old, Sunshine Coast. Low yard maintenance, low running costs, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, ocean & mountain views. Information and pictures, 604.485.8321.
EXCLUSIVE Ocean and Garden view villas available for rent at the Crown Mansion, visit our website for pictures crownmansion.com $1800 + utilities. contact 800-378-6811
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MOBILE HOMES & PADS MOBILE HOME for rent in Coombs, woodstove. All updated. Avail. Immed. Long term. $525. (250)954-1355.
HOMES FOR RENT FRENCH CREEK. 1600 sq.ft. Rancher. 3-bdrm, 2 bath. 2-car garage. N/S, small pet considered. $1200. + utils. Call 1(250)886-7101 Victoria. PARKSVILLE: (3 mins from)2 bdrm+ office, older home. Electric heat, oil furnace. Cat ok, no parties, N/S. Ref’s req’d. $700/mo. Avail. July 1. Call Kathy (250)951-9886. QUALICUM BEACHfurnished suite $725. Avail Aug 1 includes hydro, laundry, parking & internet. NS/NP. Refs req’d. 250-927-5742.
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APARTMENT/CONDO Serving the Mid-Island for over 36 years
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STEEL BUILDINGS. Summer meltdown sale! 20x20 $5,419. 25x26 $6,485. 30x30 $8,297. 32x34 $9,860. 40x48 $15,359. 47x68 $20,558. Front & back wall included. Pioneer Steel 1800-668-5422 or visit online: www.pioneersteel.ca
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FREE: STELLA cherry tree. Double pink Russian lilac. You dig. Call (250)752-7305.
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Irrigation; Tree Removal; Hardscapes; Design, painting & More
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
2500 sq.ft. Downtown Parksville. 250-954-5078 OFFICE SPACE, Downtown Qualicum. Bright, professional. Ground floor, includes shared reception. Busy location. Avail. now. Call (250)2486440 for more info & to view. PARKSVILLE INDUSTRIAL Park 200 sq ft office, with shared washroom, & 4 car park. 1 yr minimum. $270 plus GST. Call 250-248-2381 *240
2002 Sebring LX1. Only 120000 km. V.G.C. Leather interior, regularly serviced, receipts & reports avail. $2500. 250-951-2381
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
2004 Volkswagen TouaregBeige, V8, All-wheel drive Volkswagen Touareg, leather interior, auto transmission, VW trailer package for towing, newer brakes & tire sensors, extremely well maintained clean vehicle, amazing safe ride in all conditions, heated seats, censored wipers, air, amazing sound system, plus many more extras. Locally purchased and serviced. Reduced to $11,500. Call John 250-816-7368.
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ROOMS FOR RENT Errington. 2 Rooms for rent Communal home. Basic util incl’d. Shared laundry, bathroom, kitchen.Lots of gardens. $450/mo. N/S. 250-951-2517
RV PADS SECURE YOUR Spacious RV pad on a nature park-like property near Parksville. $440./mo inclds utils - before the summer crunch. (250)927-5623.
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MORE SPACE FOR LESS Storage Containers Currently available: 8’ x 20’ $105. + taxes. Open storage for RVs, cars, boats, trailers: $40. + taxes for first 20’ $2 each additional foot.
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SUITES, UPPER CHURCH RD 1 bdrm suite, private, quiet, Wembley area, avail now. 250-937-2700
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AUTO FINANCING
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VIIC got an EXTREME MAKEOVER
NEW BRANCH IS OPEN
It took 11 months to complete the beautiful rebuild of Vancouver Island InsuranceCentres Parksville branch on the corner of Alberni Hwy & Hirst Ave. Stop by and take a look!
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DO YOU HAVE LOCAL SPORTS NEWS? Contact: Tyson Taylor, Sports Reporter Email: sports@pqbnews.com Phone: 250-951-3809
LOCAL BOXERS
Bam Bam returns after four years
Aubrey Morrow and two fellow Parksville boxers are on the same card in Nanaimo July 18 T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com
It’s been four years since Aubrey ‘Bam Bam’ Morrow last set foot in a boxing ring. On July 18 he makes his return at the Port Theater in Nanaimo, looking to send a message. The 27-year-old from Parksville has been out of action thanks to a slew of injuries. Morrow was involved in a motorcycle accident, resulting in a broken pelvis and broken ribs, he broke his leg at work and then separated his shoulder last year, requiring surgery. “Boxing has been great for my recovery, putting all the work in has gotten me back to where I need to be,” he said. “The shoulder injury looks worse than it feels, but the boxing made the healing process that much better and I’m not feeling much in terms of pain, so it’s great.” Morrow, who’s been training with coach Rich LeStage, will be fighting on a card with fellow stable mates Mark ‘Machine Gun’ Woolnough and ‘Shotgun’ Shane Andreesen, for the first time. Between the three, Morrow has had the longest layoff but he’s looking to put all that hard work and training together come July 18. “It’s been a long layoff but
TYSON TAYLOR PHOTO
Aubrey Morrow works on his technique with coach Rich LeStage prior to his return to the ring July 18 at the Port Theater in Nanaimo.
I’ve been training a lot, getting over the injuries and fine tuning everything,” Morrow said. “I’ve got high expectations for this fight. Training with Mark
Woolnough and Shane Andreesen has really helped. Having big expectations is usually what I do for myself and hopefully it’ll work out.”
Morrow (five wins, four by KO, one loss and two draws), hopes that everything will go well in his return bout, which comes against the number
nine-ranked middleweight in Canada, Jonah Arbuckle (nine wins, three losses). Arbuckle will have 10 years in age on Morrow but that doesn’t seem to bother Bam Bam one bit. “From what we know, he’s pretty much a guy that comes straight forward, simple punches,” Morrow said. “I know exactly what to look for and my style matches up pretty good with him. Training with Mark, he’s about as skilled as they come, so that’s helped too.” Splitting their training between a storage garage converted with a ring and working at Jim’s Gym in Parksville, the trio are looking forward to being on the same card. “It’s pretty cool, having spent a good amount of time training with these guys,” Morrow said. “Being on the same card with them is pretty cool and the training has been great with all of us. Rich pushes us when we need to be pushed and he can read us all pretty good too. We feed off one another so we push each other through the tough times.” Tickets to the July 18 fight at the Port Theater in Nanaimo are available at www.porttheater.com under the special events header. See related story, page A34
WORLD LONG DRIVE QUALIFIERS
Two long drives in QB, all the way to Nevada T YSON TAYLOR
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The long ball lasted longer than the rain did on Sunday, long enough to qualify two for the RE/MAX World Long Drive Championship in Mesquite, Nevada. Played at Pheasant Glen Golf Resort in Qualicum Beach from Friday through Sunday, the long drive qualifier, one of four in Canada, saw some big competition and even bigger hitters as competitors tried to out-drive each other for the two spots in Nevada. This marks the second year in a row that Pheasant Glen has been the venue for this event and it couldn’t have gone any better, except for the weather. “Friday was good, we had some dry weather and the conditions were ideal,” coordinator Andy Robins said. “We had more competitors come
out on Saturday to try and qualify but both Saturday and Sunday brought the rain, so it was a little tougher for them to hit it long.” The rain didn’t seem to slow a few hitters down as the balls kept sailing out, consistently, past 330 yards. The winning drive went to Myles DeBrincat, which came on his second to last attempt. Not bad for his first time in the competition. “Yeah, this was my first time in it so I’m pretty pumped about winning,” DeBrincat said moments after his first-place finish, which was based on his total driving record on the day. “Now I get to head down to Nevada for the chance to compete in the world’s, not too bad for my first time out here.” Jesse Pettersen finished in the second qualifying spot and owned the longest single drive of the day, booming one 355 yards.
TYSON TAYLOR PHOTO
Jesse Pettersen (left) and Myles DeBrincat won the two spots to head to Mesquite, Nevada for the World Long Drive Championships in September.
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VIJHL HOCKEY
Generals gearing up for training camp
The local hockey team is signing players and busy in the community heading into 2014-15 season
T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com
It’s been a busy summer for the Save-OnFoods Oceanside Generals as they continue to build towards their training camp in August. Taking part in the Canada Day parade, head coach Jason Johns and a group of players were out in uniform, ...we’re certain that he’s sticks and all, going to be one of the as they walked leaders on this team and a the length of great ambassador for the the parade Generals organization while giving JASON JOHNS out fist bumps and high fives to fans as they passed. There have also been a few notable moves as of late, particularly with the addition of a few more players to the Generals roster for next season. Two more forwards have been added to the fold as both Brendan Bilotta and Mattieu Jallabert have committed to the Generals for next season. Jallabert, a 17-year-old forward from Nanaimo, was being sought after by his hometown Nanaimo Buccaneers and the Generals, but is ultimately choosing to suit up for the Generals after playing a handful of games as an affiliated player (AP) with the Gens last season. Jallabert will bring some much needed offense to the Generals, who had a hard time finding the net last season. “We’re really excited about the addition of Mattieu to our team,” Johns said. “He’s going to bring some offense to our team with his great skill and play-making abilities. He’s going to give our fans a lot to cheer about this season.” Bilotta, 19 years old, comes to the Generals after playing in the Eastern Hockey League (EHL), in the United States, with the Wallpole Express.
A native of Fort Collins, Colorado, Bilotta is expected to bring some experience up front for the Oceanside Generals.
“Brendan brings a lot of experience, playing Junior A in the EHL,” Gravel said. “He’s a quality individual both on
and off the ice and we’re certain that he’s going to be one of the leaders on this team and a great ambassador for the Generals organization.”
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LOCAL BOXERS
Shotgun’s return OASIS MAGAZINE PARKSVILLE QUALICUM BEACH LIFE T YSON TAYLOR
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SUMMER 2014 Oasis Magazine Tells The Stories Of The People Who Make This Very Desirable Area Their Home. Oasis Celebrates Our Local Authors, Our Creative Artists, Our Great Food, Our Unique Homes – Our Neighbours.
Pickup Locations: Errington Errington Store Coombs Coastal Carvings Coombs General Store Coombs Junction Furniture Independent Marine Supply North Island Wildlife Whiskey Creek Whiskey Creek Co-Op French Creek French Creek Store/Marina Qualicum Beach Amy Newsom Design Arrowsmith Golf Baileys Coast Realty Qualicum Crown Mansion Eaglecrest Golf Course Kim’s Corner Store Lefty’s Restaurant Longevity MacDonald Realty Medicine Centre Mulberry Bush Bookstore Oceanside Hospice Ohs & McLane Realty Pheasant Glen Golf Resort Qualicum Beach Airport QB Chamber of Commerce QB Visitor Centre Qualicum Beach Library Qualicum Beach Pharmasave Quality Foods – A Step Above Qualicum Beach Golf Course Raymond James Remax Anchor Realty Royal LePage Realty Sandbar Café Smithford’s TD Waterhouse The Art Gallery – 1st Ave. TOSH Window Dresser Zelcova Designs
Parksville The Mac Island Exposures Art Gallery Central Builders Black & White Party Rentals Stanford Place JC Ford Close To You Pharmasave Serious Coffee Monk PV Chamber of Commerce The Beach Club Tigh-Na-Mara Sunrise Ridge Beach Acres Cha-Cha Java Mulberry Bush Bookstore Parksville Library Pacific Brimm Morningstar Golf Quality Inn Bayside Island Cleaning Remax First Realty Coast Realty Sutton Realty Coldwell Banker Winchelsea Motors Edward Jones
Parksville Denture Bradley’s Bistro Royal Lepage Harris Oceanside GM John Derek Jewellery BMO Nesbitt Burns Classic Kitchen PDBA Office Pope & Sons Save on Foods Surfside RV Park Thrifty’s Welcome Wagon Dashwood Dashwood Store Bowser Liquor Store – Bowser Tomm’s Food Village Salish Sea Market Nanoose Arbutus Meadows Fairwinds Golf Fairwinds Centre Quality Foods RedGap centre Perks Schooner Cove
A unanimous decision loss two years ago was the last thing ‘Shotgun’ Shane Andreesen went through in his boxing career. Two years later, he’s looking to put his career back on track to go along with everything else he’s endured. Andreesen, who will be looking to celebrate his 31st birthday on July 19 with a victory the night before in the ring, hasn’t been in action since losing his chance at the Canadian heavyweight title. It’s been a climb to get back in shape. After the loss, the cabinet making company he worked for lost its business to a fire. Andreesen then started his own company, Arrowsmith Kitchens and Closets, hiring the co-workers who lost their jobs in the fire. “It was pretty brutal, after the last fight, for my fitness,” Andreesen said. “Everything that happened with the fire and starting up my own company after that, I haven’t really had time for this. Everything has started to settle down now, so it’s pretty good timing the way that all this has come together.” He fought in Parksville once as an amateur, but since turning pro in 2006 and fighting across North America, he now has a rare chance to step in the ring in his backyard (July 18 at Port Theatre in Nanaimo) and to be part of a card featuring his two stable mates. “We’re like a family, it’s great. Something I’ve always wanted to do was fight on the undercard with Mark on it,” Andreesen said. “We’ve been doing this for years and it’s a lineage of Rich (LeStage’s) training. He’s coached us all and he’s been a staple in our lives. He’s kept us
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Shane Andreesen unloads a few shots during training.
grounded, working hard and really instilled the hard work and discipline for us. It’s going to be a reunion for us, for sure.” Back when Jim’s Gym was known as Fitness Connection, Andreesen, as a high school student, would get dropped off as close as he could by friends so he could get in and get in shape. Coming back around to training at Jim’s Gym has brought him full circle. “Thinking back on it, it’s pretty cool to be back here, training and working on things,” he said. “Jim has been great for us, letting us come in here and work on our stuff like this. He’s been real open and welcoming to us and it’s been a huge help.” Andreesen is selling T-shirts with all proceeds going to The Foundation for Youth Sports in Need of Help, put together by his friend and Paralympic medalist Trevor Hirschfield and the Baby Avis Fund, which will go to supporting a family who’s son was born with a congenital heart defect.
Free Spirit
Sperhn eTreerhoeusses: Mod
until August 29, 2014
Available Monday to Friday
Painting
The Ultimate
a Portrait
of Ken Kirkby
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Summer is the perfect time to rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit at the #1 Spa in Western Canada!
Your day includes:
Skimboarding Culture
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• A dip in the Grotto Mineral Pool • Choice of One Hour Spa Treatment* • Hand or Foot Paraffin Dip • Endless Tapas Dining Experience
175
$
10% off Spa Retail on the day of your visit *Excludes RMT massage
Reservations 250-248-1838 Applicable taxes and gratuities are additional
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Cool Stuff for Kids Flying Changes Riding School Summer Camps 2014
July 8-9, July 22-24, August 19-21, August 26-28
Something
Camps run from 10am-2pm
FUN to do this summer!
• Children 5 and up welcome; no experience e necessary. • Quality school horses, experienced staff and instructors and a lovely environment.
• Camps include English riding lessons, trail rides, crafts and stable management..
• Courses
Flying Changes Riding School 2160 Halona Way Coombs, BC | 250-240-1794 or 250-248-2542
Come Play Outside!
• Camps L’il Farmer Camp
Register for Summer Water Camps
OSBC SKIMBOARD CAMP
Camps Lessons Rentals Sales
Information: 250. 339.1021 Registration: 250.248.3927
250-248-2408
www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation
• • • •
345 Pym St. Parksville
1692 Errington Rd, Errington tigerlilyfarm.ca
250-248-3252 or 250-752-5014
Kids Age 8-14 yrs 1 Day Camps July12 and 20 2 Day Camps Aug 9 & 10 and Aug 23 & 24
Daily 9:30 to 1pm Ages 6 to 11 yrs $50 per child games ~ drama ~ snacks ~ hay ride animals ~ at the
GOD farm ON the
To register or for more info go to: oceansideskimbc.wix.com/oceansideskimbc
122 Fern Road West Qualicum Beach 250-752-6133
Morison Ave. & Moillliet St. PFBC - 550 Pym Street
Kid’s summer Day Camp
Pym Street & Nanoose Ave. 1:30pm
July 14 to 18th
PROUDLY CELEBRATING 26 YEARS!
SUMMER 2014 Goalies School Oceanside Arena Aug. 11-15 & 18-22 goldinthenet.com Join us at Camp in the Community August 11-15, 2014 8:30am - 4:30pm
“Camp is for a week, the impact lasts a lifetime”
Ages 6 - 12
St. Mark’s Anglican Church 138 Hoylake Road W.
3:30pm
A week jampacked with activities including Storytelling, Games, Crafts, Explorations.... and a whole lot more!
Info: Barbara & Kirstyn 250-248-6322 kidz@parksvillebaptist.org
For more info and to register please visit www.antikipper.com or St. Marks: 250-752-5414
CFC - 825 Village Way,
Centre 2 - 452 E. Island Hwy, Parksville 250.248.8128 • Email: iecc1@telus.net islandearlychildhoodcentre.com
MINI-GOLF & BUMPER BOATS
10am Noon
Nichols Park
Your choice for a good start! Group Childcare /Preschool
Drop-ins welcome. Accepting registration now.
250.752.5513
July 14 - 18 & July 28 - August 1 Gillingham Estates
Ages: 5–11 years old $30–$50 per child (Sliding scale)
Qualified staff, in a fun and learning environment. Additional Allowance Available for “Student & Low Income” Families.
Vandermolen Farm 3401 Slaney Rd QB
July 14 to 18 Ink Drawing and Cartooning Aug. 4 to 8 age 6 to 12 Mornings: Painting Afternoons: Drawing Aug. 11 to 15 Paper Collage age 6 to 12 Aug. 18 to 22 Origami & More age 6 to 12 Mornings: Origami Afternoons: Paper Projects
9am–3pm
SUMMER CARE PROGRAM AVAILABLE
office@cfcchurch.com
Smithford’s 164 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach
Summer Day Camp
Knox United Church July 14–18
Ages 4 -10 years ~ 9am-2pm Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday July 15-17 • July 22-24 • Aug. 5-7
• Aqua Smorg (9-13yrs) • Jr. Lifeguard (8-13yrs) • Bronze Star (8-13yrs)
s e s s a l •C
Two 18-Hole Miniature Golf Courses Kid’s Special
Kids bring in this coupon and get
$1.00 OFF Expires Sept. 30, 2014
Bumper Boats • Family Amusement Centre • Birthday Parties in the Old Woman’s Shoe
Tel: 250-248-6612 www.paradisefunpark.net 375 West Island Highway, Parksville, BC
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