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Parksville city council has decided to take a more direct approach in its search for grant money to help cover the costs of a new water system. Mayor Chris Burger expressed frustration over the city’s inability to access federal grants that are usually available in March. “Here we are in July and we still don’t have a process to apply to,” said Burger. “This is the federal government’s job to return those (tax) dollars to us.” The city, in partnership with the regional district’s electoral area of Nanoose Bay, have been forced to build a new system by an Island Health decree that deems all groundwater must be treated. The Englishman River Water Service — Parskville and Nanoose Bay are the principals members — have a plan to build a $37 million system, but the city doesn’t know exactly how much it will have to borrow to cover its part (about $27 million) of the bill. If a referendum question on borrowing is going to appear on the Nov. 15 ballot for Parksville taxpayers, its wording must be sent to the province by Aug. 5. Burger said he has “every confidence” the city will receive funding for the system. “No one has said we aren’t getting any funding,” said Burger. “But unfortunately, it’s very late.” At city council’s meeting Monday night, Burger suggested the city send a letter directly to federal and provincial ministers, MPs, MLAs and “even the damn prime minister.” The letter would ask for clarification and confirmation on grant money available from senior governments for this project, with the expectation it would be the traditional one-third, one-third, one-third formula (municipal, provincial, federal). See ‘WE WERE TOLD WHAT TO DO’, page A7

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PAINFUL CRASH: Police say a motorcyclist was issued a $368 ticket after crashing his bike and breaking his ankle while allegedly attempting to do a wheelie while passing another vehicle on the right hand side at the intersection of Alberni Highway and Island Highway on Tuesday afternoon. RCMP said the motorcyclist’s bike will be impounded for seven days for what they allege is “stunting.” Police said alcohol was not suspected as a factor in the accident.

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Thieves are even uprooting backyard trees Oceanside RCMP say there have been a number of recent thefts from residential yards and gardens in the region and they are asking residents to be on the lookout for suspicious people. These thefts have occurred in Parksville, Qualicum Beach and Nanoose Bay. The incidents include the thefts of hanging baskets, flowers, lawn ornaments and even a pair of large trees that were uprooted. The thefts occurred after midnight, in the cover of darkness. Police say, as always, people should be on the lookout for suspicious people and vehicles in their neighbourhood. If you have any information regarding the thefts, call the Oceanside RCMP at 250-248-6111 or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. — NEWS Staff

Busy times for Deep Bay marine station Phil Dwyer and his Adult Jazz Intensive Ensemble will deliver a final local public performance to kick off the summer Music by the Bay concert series at the Deep Bay Marine Field Station in Bowser this Thursday, July 10 (see story page B4). Meanwhile, other summertime activities at the Field Station include Tea by the Sea every Tuesday. High tea is served between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and includes a delicious selection of sandwiches, pastries and other goodies. For more details aboput all the events this summer at the station, visit www.viu.ca/deepbay or call 250-740-6611. — NEWS Staff

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Keeping the options open Plans for QBES will ensure it could return to being a school if required in the future AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com

There are still a lot of details to be worked out, but there is optimism around Monday’s announcement that the former Qualicum Elementary School site will be turned into an “integrated family services centre.” When the school was one of four closed in District 69 by a board vote in April, due to declining enrolment, there was a big outcry and effort to keep it open, focusing on a plan to convert it to a community school. At an announcement in front of the school on Monday, district superintendent Rollie Koop recognized those efforts, saying that while the staff and board really liked the idea, “the fact that we would still have 6,000 spaces for 4,000 students was not answered in the community school proposal.” He said during the facility review process the idea of a community hub did catch on and so a

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letter of intent to work together on the idea was signed Monday by representatives of the district, Town of Qualicum Beach and the Society of Organized Services (SOS). Still in the initial stages, the idea is to use the school building and grounds to combine everything from SOS and other community services, with possible business ventures and educational opportunities, keeping the option open to re-open a school in the future. “I really believe that, this location… really does offer an opportunity to create a central location to keep that multigenerational interaction, I think that’s one of the things that’s most important to us,” said school board chair Lynette Kershaw. “The SOS model is built on the community circle of caring,” said SOS president Cory McIntosh, explaining the cycle of people donating time and goods to help their neighbours. “Now we’re proud to work with the community to enlarge this circle of caring in Qualicum Beach.” He pointed to the SOS’s long history of leadership in providing programs and working with other groups and that this is an opportunity to reach further into the community.

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A five-day camp in Port Alberni hosted more than 30 teens from around the mid-Island area â€” including Parksville Qualicum Beach â€” who took part in a campaign seeking to raise awareness about life in the RCMP CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com

Joining the RCMP has been a lifelong dream for Parksvilleâ€™s Liam Downey and Sherman Campbell. Last week, the two Grade 11 Ballenas students had the opportunity to get an authentic taste of the police force. Downey and Campbell were part of a group of 32 high school students from Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Nanaimo and Port Alberni who got to experience a five-day RCMP youth camp mimicking the forceâ€™s notoriously difficult depot program. â€œIâ€™m exhausted,â€? Campbell told The NEWS on Friday morning from Alberni District Secondary School in Port Alberni where the camp was hosted. â€œBut itâ€™s a really cool life experience.â€? Campbell, wearing an actual duty-belt complete with a fake gun, handcuffs and pepper spray, explained the camp was â€œchallenging.â€? Itâ€™s been fun and Iâ€™ve â€œWe get woken met a lot of new people. up at 6 a.m. and Iâ€™ve also gained do physical exa lot of respect for ercise and classthe RCMP. LIAM DOWNEY room work until 10 p.m.,â€? he said. â€œWe start the day with drill and Iâ€™m exhausted by the end of the day.â€? Campbell said heâ€™s always been intrigued with the idea of the RCMP â€” especially from â€œwatching shows like CSI.â€? So when the cadets-in-training had the opportunity to take a forensic science course he was all over it. â€œIt was one of my favourite parts,â€? Campbell said. â€œWe learned about dusting finger prints and taking DNA.â€? Downey said the most interesting part of the camp was getting an up close and personal look at the Emergency Response Team (ERT) which he explains is â€œlike Canadaâ€™s version of SWAT.â€? â€œWe got to see how fast police boats can go and we got to see a he-

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Grade 11 Ballenas Secondary students Sherman Campbell, left, and Liam Downey spent last week in Port Alberni at an RCMP youth camp where they joined 30 other teenagers in learning the ropes of the police force first hand.

licopter land and take off,â€? he said. Downey said in the few days heâ€™s been at camp heâ€™s â€œgrown a lot â€” especially in terms of maturity and discipline.â€? â€œItâ€™s been fun and Iâ€™ve met a lot of new people,â€? he said. â€œIâ€™ve also gained a lot of respect for the RCMP.â€? Over the five-day period, cadets experienced early morning drill, lots of physical activities, classroom work, RCMP guest speakers and Mounties even brought in a couple of police dogs. Downey and Campbell said the camp bolstered their interest in the RCMP and both plan on applying to

the organization when they turn 18 and are of age to do so. Of the 32 cadets who applied and were accepted to the youth program, nine were from the Parksville Qualicum Beach area. Oceanside RCMP Cpl. Jesse Foreman said the idea of the camp is to give youth a real-life idea of what joining the police force entails. â€œThe camp absolutely mimics what we do in depot,â€? said Foreman, who graduated from depot in 2004 and now works in Parksville. â€œThe point is to get youth to understand what life is like in the police world.â€?

Foreman said â€œstudents will leave this camp and either say â€˜policing isnâ€™t for meâ€™ or theyâ€™ll think itâ€™s definitely something they want to pursue.â€? The RCMP youth camp is offered every two years and is hosted and funded in collaboration by the RCMP and school district. A small portion is paid for by the applicants but most of the cost is subsidized. Foreman, who has been organizing the program with colleagues since October, said students will have another chance to apply for the program in 2016.

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Regional district directors took another step towards rail service — but not before adding one more condition. Directors voted in favour of a contribution agreement with the Island Corridor Foundation (ICF) that will see $945,000 committed over two years to upgrading rail infrastructure and reinstating rail service from Victoria to Courtney. This money was originally authorized by the board in 2012. Additionally, directors set aside $68,000 for the contribution agreement from a provincial grant to help offset the 2015 tax requisition. However, director Julian Fell, who represents Coombs and Errington, made one last provision before the motion was carried at Tuesday night’s RDN committee of the whole meeting. The motion will come back to the board to be ratified at the next regular RDN meeting slated for July 22. Fell made an amendment to the original motion assuring “the scope of repairs will meet VIA Rail’s safety requirements to return train service.” The ICF, Southern Rail of Vancouver Island (the operator of the rail) and a

contractor will be responsible for repairs and upgrades. “The purpose of this (amendment) is to say we want to see a plan that is going to satisfy VIA,” said Fell. “Spending dollars on a repair that wont satisfy VIA will be a total waste of money because they will be back asking for more.”

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In an 8-6 vote the amendment passed but not without disagreement from some directors like Nanaimo Mayor John Ruttan who said “we keep putting up obstacles and it’s about time we show some support.” While the motion will be carried to the next board meeting directors maintained skeptical about the project. “I can’t justify over the next 10 years Qualicum Beach taxpayers paying nearly a quarter million dollars to see a train run by once a week, maybe — so just on that basis it’s not worth it,” said Dave Willie, a town councillor who represents Qualicum Beach at the RDN. “I’m not saying it doesn’t make

sense, it probably does for Victoria and Nanaimo, but to continue paying those kinds of fees for Qualicum Beach it just doesn’t make any sense at all.” The $945,000 contribution represents the RDN’s portion of an overall $20.9 million budget for the project seeking to re-start passenger service in the mid-Island area that was shut down in 2011 due to safety concerns. In 2012 the RDN board authorized funding for the project. Since that time there has been ongoing discussions between VIA Rail, Southern Rail and the ICF and final agreements are now being conducted. Other regional districts — including the Cowichan Valley, Comox Valley and Alberni Clayoquot — are in the process or have finalized contribution agreements. The RDN is the last to formalize an agreement. According to a June 30 RDN memorandum, assuming all conditions are met it is expected construction upgrades to the railway will begin this fall and rail service will be resumed in 2015. The first allocation of funding from the RDN to ICF would take place in the fall of 2014 and the remainder of the funding will need to be requisitioned and transferred in 2015. Funds were collected in 2013 for the first $472,500 payment and there will need to be an additional requisition in 2015 to fund the second payment.

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Legion pleads its case about property taxes JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com

The Parksville Legion is wondering what makes them so special in the eyes of city tax collectors. Branch 49 second vice-president Don Livingstone appeared before city council on Monday night, asking for a full exemption of the organization’s property taxes. He told council his research revealed that 14 other Legion branches in the mid-Island region have been exempted by their respective municipalities. “None of them pay real prop-

erty taxes,” said Livingstone, who also spoke on behalf of the Parksville Lawn Bowling Club, where he is the group’s secretary. The city owns the land on which the lawn bowling club sits, on Stanford Avenue. The club leases the property from the city for $1/year. It does not, however, pay property taxes to the city, and the city is looking to change that for groups like the lawn bowling club, Legion, curling club and other organizations. In years past, these clubs were 100 per cent exempt from paying property taxes. The city

now wants to charge them 50 per cent of the full tax bill, which means thousands of dollars out of the coffers of these non-profit organizations. “There is no reference in the lease between the City of Parksville and the (lawn bowling) club to pay real taxes whatsoever,” said Livingstone. Livingstone presented council with a detailed account of the budgets for both the lawn bowling club and the Legion. He also provided detail on the services provided to community through the Legion. Council thanked Livingstone

for his presentation but made no decision in reference to the requests, except a commitment to have a look at the wording in the lawn bowling club’s lease. The Legion, if the 50 per cent exempt policy was in effect for 2014, would have had to pay the city $4,277 in property taxes. The lawn bowling club did pay $4,100 in property taxes this year. In other city council news from Monday’s meeting: • Council agreed with a staff request to change the city’s snow-removal policy. Staff said the standards for priorities in the current policy are dated (it

was last revised in 1997) and could not be realized because the city has more sidewalks and paved areas now. • A boost from the Lions Club means the playground in Community Park will get more of an upgrade than what was originally planned. The city had $37,000 in the budget for the upgrades this year, and was expecting $10,000 from the Lions Club. The club has told the city some successful fundraising efforts have allowed the club to donate an additional $10,000 for the upgrades. Read the rest of this story at: www.pqbnews.com

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“SOS currently has over 300 members and volunteers from Qualicum Beach and over 30 per cent of our clients live here as well,” he said adding they hope this will give them better access. Mayor Teunis Westbroek admitted he was disappointed with the closure decision, but said he is excited about the possibilities of the new partnership. “We were particularly opti-

mistic about the statement by Rollie that this will not be closed and there may be a future opportunity to put it back to service as a school,” he said, adding that it was good to hear Storybook Village and Munchkinland would remain in place. The district’s Collaborative Education Alternate Program (CEAP) Elementary Distributed Learning Centre will also remain on site.

Bill Preston, a former school trustee and member of the Qualicum Beach Community School Steering Committee, which is still active, said the announcement keeps the option open. Stressing that he doesn’t speak for the committee, said he “still completely disagree(s) with the process to close the school and think it was very flawed,” but now that the decision has been made “we need to figure out how

to move forward.” He said while the committee is still meeting and pursing options, “I hope we can work with the SOS and engage the community, and I don’t see why we can’t still do the majority of what’s in the business plan,” referring to the 23 page community school plan the group produced. He said that since community schools are run by the com-

munity rather than the district, they would have a good chance of working with whatever the community hub ends up looking like on the property. Formal representatives of the committee could not be reached for comment. Meanwhile Kershaw encourages any interested community groups and businesses to contact any of the partner groups to get in on the conversation.

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t seemed like a minor housekeeping issue at the council meeting Monday night, a tweak to the City of Parksville’s bylaws to ensure it conformed with new federal regulations. Within a few hours, news from Washington state made it seem like a much bigger deal, perhaps the opening of some doors for economic opportunity. Or a quagmire of moral and safety issues, depending on your view of these matters. The city conducted a public hearing Monday night related to bylaws that will “implement regulations to address the accommodation of Health Canada-licensed medical marijuana facilities.” Not one person sent the city a written comment about the two bylaws. Not one person stepped to the microphone Monday night to make any comment about the bylaws. The public hearing lasted less than five minutes. Hours later, the first retail outlets to sell marijuana in Washington state opened, about two years after voters there legalized recreational use. The outlets will get licenses from the state’s Liquor Control Board and it’s estimated there will be more than 300 of those licences issued. Roughly half a dozen shops opened Tuesday. According to some media reports, 150 people were lined up at a Bellingham shop at 8 a.m. Which raises the issue of supply, or lack of it. The CBC reported one licensed Tacoma shop wasn’t able to open because the owner couldn’t get enough pot from growers and processors. It would be a tricky piece of business for governments to allow a Canadian medical marijuana grower to supply Washington outlets that supply recreational users. However, money talks, and governments of all levels like revenue of any kind. Could we see a day when a truck pulls up to a Parksville warehouse, fills its hold with marijuana and delivers the product to Bellingham or Tacoma? It’s not out of the question. Parksville has cleared the regulatory way for medical marijuana growers to set up shop here. That business alone could be lucrative for some entrepreneur. Add the Washington supply factor, and the profit potential becomes ridiculously high, if you’ll pardon the pun. It will be interesting to watch what comes in the months and years ahead. Perhaps ‘Parksville Pot’ becomes a household term south of the border. — Editorial by John Harding

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Letters

ABORTION IN A DEMOCRACY

In a democracy, the majority decide what actions will affect the well being of society. For example, murder, rape, theft, etc. are all unacceptable. A proposal that everyone has to wear black socks, on the other hand, is unlikely to gain support. Abortion is an intensely private affair, and, apart from her partner, it only affects the person involved. Whether or not she has a child is no business of society. Some religions decry abortion, and in a democracy everyone is entitled to hold their own religious views. They also have the right to try to convert others to their point of view, but not to force these views upon others. Federal Liberal party leader Justin Trudeau, therefore, is quite correct to argue that MPs should not use their positions to try to prevent abortions, even if they have strong anti-abortion views. To do so is undemocratic. JIM DRUMMOND Qualicum Beach

TOO MUCH QB MOTORBIKE NOISE

People are riding their motorcycles along the Qualicum waterfront and making as much noise as they want, disturbing the residents and business owners. What will it take for Qualicum Beach to enforce its noise bylaws? RONALD HICKEY Qualicum Beach

TIME FOR WESTBROEK TO STEP DOWN

This is my response to a letter ‘Mayor’s pay low’ by Doug Ebbett (The NEWS, July 3). It was not that many years ago when people took on the job of councillor or mayor as part of their civic duty. It was something that you transitioned from. You first spent time in the service clubs in town, then you moved on to a short term on council. It was never meant to be a career, or a way to supplement your retirement income. It is something you did for the community.

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“Here we are in July and we still don’t have a process to apply to.” CHRIS BURGER, see story page A1

Qualicum Beach Mayor Teunis Westbroek is running this November for yet another term, his sixth. When he was replaced as the town’s representative on the board of the Regional District of Nanaimo he cried foul. Was that money he clearly felt he was entitled to and was expecting to receive? Just before the last election, Westbroek and council voted in a raise for themselves and now someone believes he needs more? This is a great reason for term limits for any political position. The money and power go to their heads. It is time to get back to days gone by. Qualicum Beach has a population of only 8,500 — it is not a big city and we certainly don’t need a full-time mayor or council. Thanks for the time you have spent Mayor Westbroek, but it’s time for someone else to give you a break and take over your duties — it’s time for you to step down. DAVE BRYAN Qualicum Beach

QB LAWN BOWL THANKS

The Qualicum Beach Lawn Bowling Club held its first ladies pairs tournament on June 13-14 in support of Oceanside Hospice. It was set up as a tribute to Sylvia Gibb, a long-time member of our club who passed away last year. What a success this event was — a fun two days over which spectators were treated to some excellent bowling in this winner-play-winner format. The Courtenay team of Pat Cutt and Sandy Tonnellie are the first to have their names engraved on the beautiful Sylvia Gibb Rose Bowl Trophy. We could not have done this without the support of the bowlers, club members and in particular Lynn Chwartacki, who canvassed for prizes for a most successful raffle with funds going to hospice. We extend a big thank you to the local businesses (DeeZ Bar & Grill, Faye’s Gifts, Gary’s Bistro, Chocolates Plus, Bailey’s in the Village, Lefty’s Fresh Food, Englishman Interiors, Outsider Adventures, Fresh ‘N Fabulous Flowers) for their support for this tournament. When all was said and done we raised $155 for hospice. The feedback from the

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bowlers was that they enjoyed this fun event and they will be back next year, so we intend make this an annual event. JANE NIELSEN Qualicum Beach

CURLING CLUB GOING STRONG

After reading your article on the Parksville Curling Club (‘Study Or Demolish?’), I felt I should reassure our 300-plus Parksville Curling Club members, and any other person living in our community who would enjoy the fellowship and healthful benefits of curling, that the Parksville Curling Club is alive and well. We have professional curling training in August, with a follow up summer bonspiel August 28–31. In addition to our 18 weekly leagues, we have seven bonspiels scheduled through to Feb. 2015 (www. parksvillecurling.com for dates and times]. Also, we are hosting the B.C. Junior Coastal Playdowns on Nov. 28–30, 2014, and the B.C. Junior Provincial Playdowns on Dec. 29-Jan. 3. All of these bring athletes and families to our lovely city of Parksville. The provincial playdowns chose the Parksville Curling Club to host their event partially due to our great “arena” ice, and the experience our volunteers have at handling these large events. Much of the income from these events, goes back into our community, along with what participants and their families spend on food and lodging, while they are here. As stated by the RDN, the meeting on June 24 was held to assess the District 69 Arena (now leased to the Parksville Curling Club), in order to determine the structural integrity and life expectancy of this 40-yearold building. The fact that the RDN approved the assessment, is positive support of the Parksville Curling Club, and acknowledgment of the benefits the club brings to the community. We thank the RDN for their support, and all our club members and volunteers, who will make this next year an exciting and busy one for us all. RON BOAG PRESIDENT, PARKSVILLE CURLING CLUB Parksville See MORE LETTERS, page A12

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No, Musicfest in Courtenay. CHRISTINE RIVERS Parksville

Beachfest in Parksville. NATACHA RUSHTON Duncan

Beachfest in Parksville, I’m volunteering. ALICE DUECK Parksville

Beachfest in Parksville. KEVIN WINCHESTER Nanaimo

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DANGEROUS SMOKE Re: a recent story in The NEWS about the City of Parksville celebrating carbon neutrality. Now what does that actually mean? It means nothing more than the City of Parksville corporate operations has achieved an arbitrary level of carbon neutrality, to be able to put a logo on city letterhead. Has it actually cut harmful greenhouse emissions in the

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city? The answer is no. In fact, the City of Parksville is one of the biggest contributors to harmful greenhouse gas emissions on Vancouver Island. Why? Because wood and pellet burning as a heat source is allowed. If any community wants to be truly carbon neutral and stay healthy, then they have to have a total ban on wood and pellet burning as a heat source. There should be no grandfathering in the usage of existing stove installations. Make it an offence to burn wood or pellets in Parksville. Environment Canada and Health Canada have identified just a few of the more hazardous chemical substances given off when burning wood, or pellets these are: carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO2), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), hydrocarbons (HC), benzene, formaldehyde and dioxins and furans. All are carcinogenic. The effects on human physiology and health of exposure to wood smoke have been extensively studied, and have shown that prolonged inhalation of wood smoke contributes to chronic bronchitis, and other chronic diseases. So is it safe to cozy up to that inviting hearth at your own little fireplace or wood stove at home? Not a good idea. And it’s even worse for the people who live downwind of you who get exposed. Even with a stove designed properly and a proper chimney (which most are

not), you really have a lot of reason to be very concerned about residential wood smoke on your health. The City of Montréal has adopted a bylaw banning the installation of wood-burning appliances in new or existing buildings. The City of Hamilton is following their lead. So come on Parksville council, be a leader for once and join the cities of Montréal and Hamilton, and make all wood and pellet burning illegal, and make Parksville an even better healthier place to live, before we all choke to death on wood smoke. BOB BUDD Parksville

BURNING FLAGS I was walking on the boardwalk in Parksville before the fireworks on Canada Day and saw a young man lighting an American flag, trying to burn it, but as the material was most likely flame retardant he was only able to melt it a bit. I was very disturbed by this young man and everyone around him laughing about it. How would he feel if someone burned the Canadian flag in front of him? I am Canadian but I have an American son-in-law and three dual citizen granddaughters. I did go back and take pictures of him and for the second one he actually posed for it with the melted flag. I was totally disgusted. WENDY WELLS Qualicum Beach

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Despite some vandalism, Storybook Village and Alphabet Garden at Qualicum Beach Elementary are now open. The mini-scale village where kids can pedal little cars around the Safety Circle roads to visit the post office, fire hall or other child-size buildings, or work in the Alphabet Garden, is open daily from 10 a.m. to noon until Aug. 14. The facility will remain at the prime downtown location indefinitely as part of a recent school district announcement that the closed school will remain as a family oriented mixed use facility in cooperation with the Society of Organized Services and Town of Qualicum Beach. Judi Malcolm has been hired as the new BLT manager, but in the interim District 69 acting assistant superintendent Gillian Wilson spoke to The NEWS, explaining they have had at least two incidents of serious vandalism recently, in-

cluding one during the day. She said the police are investigating and have taken finger prints, but there is no word on suspects. Despite that, Wilson said the community partners are really coming together to get the children’s attraction going for its fifth summer. The village includes road signs, traffic lights and paved roads that kids can pedal around to buildings including a store, gas station, bank, hospital, theatre and schoolhouse. While the other Building Learning Together programs are now closed for the summer, starting this week Munchkinland at Family Place is open for a special Regional District of Nanaimo sponsored Mondays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. for children under six. The district welcomed Malcolm to her new role as of June 23. She has been the assistant director of the Bethlehem Retreat Centre in Nanaimo, coordinator for Forest Circle Child Care/ Forest Circle Society for Families in Campbell River and the Student Child Care Coordinator for North Island College’s pilot project. Check www.oblt.ca for more on Building Learning Together.

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for owners of all Chrysler related vehicles including Plymouth, DeSoto, Jeep, Imperial and AMC. Check http://clubs.hemmings.com/viwpc for more information. The next big show is the Ocean Idlers Blast from the Past, August 2 at the Coombs FairAUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com grounds, behind the Coombs General Store, The car craze continues in Parksville Qual- not to be confused with the rodeo grounds icum Beach with at least six car shows still to further up the road. come this summer. The 18th annual show starts with breakfast This Saturday Harris Oceanside GM in at 8 a.m. and runs throughout the day, comParksville hosts their annual Heels and Wheels plete with a food concession, 50/50 draws and event complete with food vendoor prizes. It costs $15 to enWe have hosted these dors, live entertainment, prizter a car and spectators can events a number of es, a big in-store sale and Fast enter by donation. times in the Victoria Time Grand Prix Go Karts on The next day is the big 25th area over the past site. Plus of course there will annual car show on Parksville 30 years and be the GM-powered car show Beach, under a new name as they have always with classics and modern GM the Van Isle Shriners Show been successful vehicles. and Shine, on B.C. Day, SunIAN SMALE The show runs July 12 from day, Aug. 3. 6 to 9 p.m. at their lot at 512 E. The Parksville/Qualicum Island Highway, free to specand Nanaimo Shrine clubs are tators and $10 per entry for taking over the long running any GM vehicles, with proceeds going to sup- event this year but still expect hundreds of port Jeneece Place. vehicles at the spectacular setting on the big Two weekends later the Walter P. Chrys- grassy field on the beach. ler Club, Island region, is hosting a Chrysler Sticking with tradition, the newly named Products Meet and Show at the Coombs Ro- show will still open with the Saturday night deo Grounds. cruise starting at A&W. Topping off a whole weekend of club events The grounds open at 7 a.m., with a pancake with members from across B.C. and their sister breakfast from 7:30 to 11:30, and awards wrapclubs in Washington and Oregon, all Chrysler ping up around 3 p.m. products vehicles are invited to the big show. Visit http://vanisleshrinersshowandshine. “We have hosted these events a number com/ for more information. of times in the Victoria area over the past 30 Two weeks later, on Sunday, August 17 years and they have always been successful,” there are two car related events with A&W said Island region club president Ian Smale restaurants across the country hosting their from Victoria. all-day, annual MS Cruisin’ for a Cause ChariHe said the annual meeting and show ro- ty Day with classic cars and in-store deals and tates through B.C. and the two states, with the fun events. last one on the Island at Fort Rodd Hill in VicThe same day will see the first of what ortoria in 2011 attracting about 110 cars. ganizers hope will be a big new entry on the There are member only events Thursday annual car show calendar with the Nanoose and Friday before the show on Saturday, July Show and Shine and Family Day. 26, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. open to drop-ins for $15 See FAMILY EVENT, page A18

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A much appreciated part of the Qualicum Beach Day event is the QB’s Got Talent music competition. It’s a great way to showcase some of our talented local performers. Amateur musicians and vocalists will perform on our waterfront stage, July 13th, starting at 1:00pm. There are great prizes for the winners! Winners will be announced at 3:30pm.

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Four Poles Visitor's Centre

ALL FAMILIES INVITED

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8:30am – 11am Shriner’s Pancake Breakfast – adjacent to Visitor Centre.

10am - 4pm Waterfront Walkway Displays 10:30am - 2pm Beach Activities 11am

Tug of War Competition

12:30pm

“Catching Beach Critters” Seine Net Setting

1:00pm

QB’s Got Talent Music Competition

1:07pm 3:30pm

Low Tide

4pm

Finish

QB’s Got Talent Winners Announced

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10 QB Downtown 10 Business Association

Seaweed Tanks

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Fish Dissection Display

Fossil Fun with Graham Baird

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Pharmasave Hair Chalk

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‘THANKS

Register today for day camps, swim lessons, specialty and sports camps. Oceanside Place Arena 250-248-3252 Ravensong Aquatic Centre 250-752-5014 rdn.bc.ca/recreation

BEACH ACTIVITIES Seine Net Setting Tug of War Kite Flying Sand Castles Fish Pond Beach Volleyball Beach Golf Bubbles Skim Boarders

OUR MAJOR SPONSORS!’

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25 OFF Thank you to all the volunteers that make this wonderful community event possible!

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Join us at our Booth on the Beach!

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ALL SUMMER FOOTWEAR, BEACH & SAND TOYS

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Come play outside!

Music Stage - QB’s Got 99 Town of Qualicum Beach Display Talent Competition

Services (5)

CONCOURSE

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113 West 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach

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Polish shipyard gets bid New ferries will be the first vessels to use diesel or LNG

er run and the 50-year-old Queen of Nanaimo on the Tsawwassen-Southern Gulf Islands route. The third will be used for extra capacity in peak and shoulder seasons for the Southern Gulf Islands. The first new vessel is scheduled to be delivered by August 2016, with the second by October 2016 and the third by February 2017. They will be equipped to use

diesel and liquefied natural gas, a first for the BC Ferries fleet. Seaspan’s Vancouver Shipyard was shortlisted along with four foreign builders, but withdrew after winning the contract to build BC Ferries’ new cable ferry to serve Denman Island. With that $15 million project and a share of a major federal contract, Seaspan didn’t have the capacity to bid. — Black Press

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Put on by the Mid Island Hot Rod Association (MIHRA) at the giant Arbutus Meadows arena and grounds, the event will be a fundraiser for the Nanoose Community Services and Food Bank, complete with vendors, an artisan market, swap meet, Parksville Lions’ beer garden and live music. The family event will include pony rides, a Mount Arrowsmith Vaulters demonstration, a kid zone with inflatable attractions, a wide assortment of food trucks and of course hundreds of collector vehicles, mostly pre-1988

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Bard to Broadway’s co-founder Gary Brown is thrilled that the society has just received $15,500 in gaming grants from the provincial government.

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Theatre Society pays around $10,000 in royalties for big musicals LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com

Bard to Broadway Theatre Society has received its largest provincial gaming grant to date which will help the non-profit continue to bring top notch summer theatre to the area. The provincial government announced Friday that B2B would get $10,000 for its live theatre program and $5,500 for its performing education series. “B2B is thrilled that we have been recognized as an important part of Oceanside's cultural experience,” said co-founder of B2B, Gary Brown. “For any non-profit organization, it is extremely important to receive assistance from the gaming grant and it is greatly appreciated.” Brown said the society never relies on grants as there has been years where it has received

none. Sponsors have kept the theatre society alive, he said, but he’s thrilled this money came through, especially for the kids’ education programs. Some of the money may be used to help families afford the programs, he said. B2B has to pay royalties to put on local productions and some of the big musicals run around $10,000, Brown said. Start up costs for the theatre society in March are steep, he said, along with costs for the sets, props and costumes. Parksville Qualicum MLA Michelle Stilwell commented on the gaming grant in a press release. “Bard to Broadway’s programs are a highlight of summer in Oceanside and I'm thrilled that we can support local live theatre.”

Beach Day in QB this Sunday Qualicum Beach will be bustling with activities for the whole family this Sunday. It’s Beach Day, a day to celebrate the beauty of the waterfront and all the talented people who live in the area. The day kicks off at 8:30 a.m. with a Shriners breakfast near the visitor centre and the rest of the day’s festivities will move down the esplanade centering around the boat ramp. There will be tents set up with activities and

educational displays like the VIU Shellfish Research Centre touch tank, face painting, kite building, ancient fossils, clowns, sandcastle building, beach golf, skim boarding, beach volleyball and a tug o’ war. The QB’s Got Talent Competition kicks off at 1 p.m. on the main stage. Shuttles will be provided from the downtown parkade and the Civic Centre. —NEWS Staff

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Cougar sightings are still relatively common in the Parksville area, though not nearly as common as they where 100 years ago when it earned the nickname "Panther Valley." Cougars — also known as panthers, pumas and mountain lions — were once common enough that a single founding father, James "Cougar" Craig, was able to kill more than 150 of them as late as the 1940s. Conservation officer Steve Ackles has previously said there are an estimated 400 to 600 on Vancouver Island, which still accounts for one of the highest densities in the world, similar to parts of Oregon and northern California. The Parksville Museum is hosting the ninth annual Panther Valley Day on July 26 in their Craig Heritage Park, named after the early settler, where one of his stuffed cougars can still be seen in Craig Cabin. The fun celebration of local history will feature a petting zoo, live music from the Hub City Ramblers, demonstrations of old-fashioned butter churning, panning for gold and blacksmithing. Complete with face painting, scavenger hunts and plenty of food, admission is free for kids and students and the day promises to be fun for all ages. The event runs 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Saturday, July 26 at the museum at 1245 E. Island Highway, next to the visitor info centre.

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A cougar killed by James Craig can still be seen at the Parksville Museum and Archive where they’ll celebrate Panther Valley Day on July 26.

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A new provincial government grant announced yesterday will help cover costs of policing, new equipment, increased community safety initiatives and infrastructure in Parksville and Qualicum Beach. Qualicum Beach is getting $268,275 from a Small Community Grant and $35,049 from Traffic Fine Revenue Sharing. “Traffic fine revenue sharing is used to enhance community safety and helps support our local, hard-working police officers,” said Parksville-Qualicum MLA Michelle Stilwell in a press release about the announcement Wednesday. “As a region of small communities, this funding also helps reduce the property taxes paid by

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Vancouver Island Regional Library is excited to announce the Name the Whale Contest. In celebration of the Library’s newest staff member, an orca mascot who starts full-time this July, VIRL is inviting kids to get creative and send in their suggested names! The contest runs from the beginning of July to Aug. 16 and is open to children ages 6-12 years old. Kids can enter the contest by filling out a contest entry form and handing it in at any local Vancouver Island Regional Library branch. Contest forms are available in this editions’ paper, or you can pick one up at any VIRL branch. Multiple entries are welcomed.

The winner will receive a special prize and certificate, announced in September. For more information about the Name the Whale Contest, or for a downloadable entry form, visit us at virl.bc.ca/contests. Vancouver Island Regional Library (VIRL) is the fourth largest library system in British Columbia. It serves over 430,000 people on Vancouver Island, Haida Gwaii, and Bella Coola on the Central Coast through 39 branch libraries, a virtual branch, and a books-by-mail service. VIRL’s holdings number one-million and include books, magazines, CD’s and DVD’s. — Submitted by VIRL

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a portable, home -designed and built freezer was lifted aboard, chairs, tarps, outboard motor (for boat atop truck) helped fill up the cargo space. Any available nooks and crannies did not go unnoticed as every possible ‘might be handy’ item took its place. As it turned out this kitchen sink packing stood us in good stead. On our homeward trip, the Baja highway wends its way up, and up, and up the Santa Rosalia hill. Every time Jack geared down I held my breath, prepared for a stall. As we finally reached the summit and relatively level ground, a tremendous crash from the rear seemed to indicate that something was amiss. Yep—tailgate had given up on restraining the load within and fallen open! What did we lose on the Santa Rosalia hill … not even a paper clip! Stuff saved us. Crammed tightly as it was into its available space, it did indeed shift a little, but nothing squeezed its way out. Tailgate closed, journey continued. Well, this past Sunday driving up the Malahat from Victoria we were behind a 5th wheel. Its perfect moniker, “CRAMALOT INN”. Love it! — Nancy Whelan’s column appears every second Thursday in The NEWS. E-mail: njwhelan@telus.net.

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British Columbia's five-year plan for protecting species at risk was released this week by Environment Minister Mary Polak and Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minister, Steve Thomson. "Our new plan provides a clear and certain path forward for B.C. to show leadership in conservation of species at risk," said Polak. "The plan considers recommendations from the Species at Risk Task Force, government's new conservation initiatives, and social and economic factors related to resource development." Protecting Vulnerable Species: A Five-Year Plan for Species at Risk in British Columbia aligns with the B.C. government's shift to a more co-ordinated approach to managing the province's natural resources and focuses on five key areas for success. These include: • Improving species conservation through management at the ecosystem and landscape scale. • Providing the best-available information to support identification, management and recovery of species at risk. • Encouraging British Columbians to embrace stewardship of species at risk across all lands and waters. • Applying protection for species at risk consistently across all sectors. • Measuring and reporting on government's investments in species at risk. "All British Columbians have a role in the protection and management of species at risk in B.C.," said Thomson. "Only by working together will we ensure that we can achieve all the objectives of the plan." The five-year species-at-risk plan results from the work of the Species at Risk Task Force. The task force's report was released in July 2011 and contained 16 recommendations, ranging from technical advice, to making changes to the regulatory framework and launching a wider public consultation process. All the recommendations of the task force were considered when preparing the new plan. British Columbians were also asked to provide comments on a draft plan in the spring of 2013. Their feedback was considered in making revisions to the plan and informing further development of B.C.'s species-at-risk program. To view B.C.'s species-at-risk plan, visit: www.env.gov.bc.ca/atrisk/5_yr_plan/. For more information about the Species at Risk Task Force and to view its report, visit: www.env.gov.bc.ca/sartaskforce/. —Submitted by B.C. Ministry of Environment

A free summer concert series starts next Friday, July 18 at Parksville Beach. The Quality Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition’s Summer Concert Series happens every Friday and Saturday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Picnic Shelter at Community Park. Friday, July 18 Mark Crissinger and the Bluebudzz will play original soulful recordings plus some folk rock blues. Last year Crissinger released two CD's, played 130 shows

and was nominated for a Vancouver Island Music Award. He has opened for Our Lady Peace, Blue Rodeo, 54-40 and more popular groups. On Saturday, July 19 The Bayside Big Band of Victoria will play original period scores re-creating popular multi-horn harmonic choruses and show tunes. The series runs to Aug. 16. For more information and to find out who else is performing visit www.parksvillebeachfest.ca. —NEWS Staff

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK

EDIE McPhedran Vancouver Island

To submit your activities; e-mail: events@pqbnews.com, fax:250-248-4655 or drop by: #4-154 Middleton Ave

THU. JULY 10

FRI. JULY 11

Featured Events for the Week

QBEACH UPTOWN SUMMER MARKET

QBEACH ARTISANS MARKET @ TOSH

JULY 12-JULY13

6-9pm, Thurs. evenings, July 3-Aug. 28, Second Ave. Vendors, food, entertainment. www. qualicumbeachdowntown. ca, 250-752-8856, info@ qualicumbeachdowntown.ca

ADULT GOLF CLINICS

3730 Fairwinds Dr, Nanoose Bay, Fairwinds Golf Club. Thursdays July 10-31, $105/4 lessons/1hr ea: Golf Shop 250-468-7666, toll free 1-888-781-2777, or golflessons@fairwinds.ca.

MID IS. FLORAL ART CLUB 1:45pm, St. Stephens Church Hall, 150 Village Way. “Forest Finds’” bring found objects to create a floral design at Guests $6. Info:250-937-1350, mifaclub2000@gmail.com.

YOGA ON THE BEACH 9:30-10:30am, July 2-Aug 29th by donation to support local Hospice. PV Comm. Park Beach, Wed&Fri. QB Comm. Beach, Tues&Thurs. Bring a mat, towel & sunscreen, weather permitting.

3-8pm, every Friday until Labour Day, The Old School House Arts Centre parking lot. deeaguilar@shaw.ca

OS STROKE RECOVERY 11am-1:30pm, St. Columba Presbyterian Hall, 921 Wembley Rd., PV. Bring lunch. 250-586-6766.

PV FARMERS MARKET 5-8pm, 1245 E. Is. Hwy, Craig Heritage Museum. Supporting local produce, meats, products, crafts, and services. Take in the history. 250-937-0999. olsen_megan@yahoo.ca, http://arbutusevents.ca

4TH SUNSET CINEMA LEGO MOVIE

SAT. JULY 12

LYME DISEASE AWARENESS

TUE. JULY 15

SMART RECOVERY

MAC CIRCLE JAM

SAT. JULY 12 PANCAKE BREAKFAST

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

1pm, bring a drink. Parksville Pharmasave meeting room. https:// www.facebook.com/groups/ PQBLyme/

MIXED PAIRS TOURNEY

“THE MARKET IN THE PARK”

July 12&13th. Parksville Lawn Bowling Club. Games at 9&11am,1&3pm each day. Free. Visitors ALWAYS welcome. 149 E. Stanford.

Sat. 10am-1pm

GARAGE SALE, METAL DRIVE & CAR WASH

at the Errington Community Park

Live Music ENJOY SUMMER! by: Free Live Music, Cafe, Plants, Baking, Produce, Canning, Crafters, and so much more!

COME AND SEE WHAT MAKES OUR MARKET SO SPECIAL!

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8:30am-2pm, 230 Hobbs Rd. Qualicum Beach. Dashwood VFD Garage sale, 250-7525434, Courtenay/Erica (leave a message). firechief@ dashwoodvfd.com. To donate (no electronics), 230 Hobbs Rd, Thurs. 6-9-pm or call 250-752-5434.

QB FARMERS MARKET 8:30am-12pm, Veterans Way. The best in local foods & crafts. 250-951-6516.

ORANGE BRIDGE MARKET

10am-2pm, 716 E. Is. Hwy, Parksville. Every Sat.June 14Aug. 30. Crafts, clothing, flea market & entertainment. 250586-3800, ladysmantle1@ gmail.com

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SUN. JULY 13 QUALICUM BEACH DAY A day of special events to celebrate the beauty of our beach! 250-738-2198, www.qualicumbeach. com/cms.asp?wpID=634, jfoulds@qualicumbeach.com

MON. JULY 14 WEEKLY POUND & PADDLE RACE

6pm, Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub. Mondays to Aug. 25th! FREE running/ stand up paddling (SUP) fun race. Doug Pickard, runfluid@hotmail.ca, ww.fluidfitstudio.com

TUE. JULY 15 QUALICUM BEACH & AREA NEWCOMER’S Doors/9:45am, meeting/10:15am, St. Stephen’s Church, Village Way, QB. Info: qbnewcomers.org

BEAT THE HEAT SKATE

9:30-10:30am, July 2nd-Aug 29th, charlottecrowley@ shaw.ca, 250-951-2538. Parksville Comm. Park Beach & Qualicum Beach Comm Beach.

6:45-8:15pm, 830 W. Is. Hwy, PV, OS Place Arena. Every Wed. July 9th-Aug. 20. RDN, 250-752-5014. www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

SNO CONE SWIM

MAGNOLIA COURT SUMMER MARKET

PAIN CLINIC

7-9pm, 133 McMillan St, PV. $5. All players & singers welcome. Liz, 250-586-5803.

HIGH TEA BY THE SEA 11am-2pm, Tuesdays, June-Aug. Stunning views, tea, sandwiches, pastries prepared by chef. Includes admission. Reservations, 250740-6611. Supporting VIU’s public education. Donate your china cups/$2 off.

QBEACH GARDEN CLUB

7pm, Qualicum Beach Civic Ctre. Panel discussion with local experts! Visitors & new members welcome! Louise Kelsey, 250-752-8849.

PQ LINUX/ANDROID USERS 6:30pm, A & W Restaurant, 540 Is. Hwy E, Parksville. Bring your laptop, Android device or Chromebook.

5:30-6:30pm, 684 Phillips St. Parksville. Reduce, manage & even eliminate pain. $10 + food bank donations. Reserve: yoga@ shaw.ca or (250)-240-flow

KOFFIECLUB

11am, Upstairs/Qualicum Foods/Boardroom. Dutch speaking group get together. Yvonne: 250-738-0248.

6-8:30pm, 6996 W Is. Hwy, Bowser. Musicians, food tastings & wares. Corrine, 250-947-5231, sarahmhutchis@gmail.com.

TIMBERLINE DANCE

7-10pm, 146 W. Hirst, PV, Legion. FREE, live classic country, pop & rock. Members, guests and prospective members welcome. Bill Wilson: 250752-8542. laveer@shaw.ca

THU. JULY 17 PAUL ARMITAGE CONCERT ‘Heaven on Earth’, Parksville Community Centre. $15. Shift : 954-1002.

Molly’s Esthetics Book your Express Pedicure & Receive a FREE 15-minute Reflexology Massage. Walk-ins welcome.

120A Middleton Ave, Parksville Ph/Text 250-228-3388

(Behind Shoppers’)

2 for 1

SUMMER BY THE SEA STREET MARKET

6-9pm, Craig St, Parksville. Over 140 exceptional artisans. Info: 250-248-3613, www.parksvillechamber. com/special-events, info@ parksvillechamber.com

WED. JULY 16

YOGA ON THE BEACH

6:30-8pm, 737 Jones St, QB, Ravensong Aquatic Ctre. RDN, Recreation & Parks at 250-752-5014, recparks@rdn.bc.caq, www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation

SAT. JULY 12

July 12th

Fred Salini & Earl Scott

JULY 11TH

10-11:30am, meet/SOS, 245 W. Hirst Ave., PV. Info & assistance re-Alcohol & Drug Use Disorder. Call Ray Deller, 250-714-9703 or smartrecovery@shaw.ca

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned & Operated

WED. JULY 16

MUSIC TRIVIA

ERRINGTON FARMERS MARKET 41st ANNIVERSARY

Quality Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition. Public may view sculptures being created from 2pm onwards. Coastal Community Sand Sculpting Lessons and Demos 10am-4pm. Parksville Community Park, Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC www.parksvillebeachfest.ca, info@parksvillebeachfest.ca

MUSIC AT DEEZ

7pm, Shady Rest Pub. Prizes 3109 W. Island Hwy, QB.

Direct: 250.937.9379 edie.mcphedran@gmail.com www vancouverislandhomes.ca

PARKSVILLE SAND SCULPTING

Watch a Movie in the Great Outdoors and Support Coastal Community’s Young Entrepreneur Program! Movie starts at dusk on the Kite Field. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Parksville Community Park, Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC https://www.facebook.com/events/562299253891696/?ref =3&ref_newsfeed_story_type=regular

7pm, Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Is. Hwy W. QB. OPEN MIC JAM on the patio. 250-752-8055.

Living it...loving it...selling it

Pool & Waterslide Pass Beat the Heat • Join the fun!

BIRD WALKS

9am, PV/QB from PV Beach Comm. Park. 250-9541928, nmrobins@telus.net

M u s t b r i n g i n c o u p o n w i t h o f fe r

Every day from 4 to 6pm go to Quality Foods for crazy low prices on a select product. The Appy Hour deal changes every day!

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Flora or Fauna ... we’ve got you covered. 100% BC Owned and Operated HOURS Mon-Sat 8am-6pm, Sunday 10am-5pm

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Equine Emergency Response Seminar July 13, 2014 Starts at 5pm at Buckerfield’s Parksville!

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CALL FOR ENTRIES 12TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Artisan Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting Aug. 30, 31, Sept. 1 Applications for Artisans: woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901

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Frances Twa Frances Eilleen Eileen Twa (nee Leybourne)

April 30, 1931 â€“ July 4, 2014 Frances died peacefully at Eagle Park Health Care Facility in Qualicum Beach on Friday, July 4, 2014. Born in Sault St. Ste.Marie, Marie,Ontario, Ontario,she sheworked workedasas a aschool schoolteacher. teacher.Frances Francesloved loved children, children, animals, music and the Lord. Her beautiful voice graced many different choirs over the years. In 1951, Frances married her husband Floyd Twa. Floydâ€™s work took the couple to many small communities throughout Ontario. Committed to their faith, Frances and Floyd quickly connected with their church in each new community. They began their retirement years in Bancroft, Ontario moving to Vancouver Island in 2001 to experience the west coast and to be closer to their youngest son and his family. Frances was predeceased by her husband, Floyd. She is survived by sister; Floris McMillian; son, Richard (Elisa) and family; daughter, Barb Morris (Terry) and family; son, Don; and son, Steve (Louise) and family, as well as members of Floydâ€™s family. There will be a private Graveside Service for immediate family members at the Errington Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 pm at St. United Church, Church, 150 150 Village Village Way, Way, St. Stephenâ€™s Stephens United Qualicum Beach BC on Saturday, July 12, 2014. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

Winifred Margaret Miller (nee Calthrop)

INFORMATION Helen A Cole 100th Birthday Celebration You are invited to an afternoon tea on Saturday, July 12th from 2:00 pm to 4:00pm at Arrowsmith Hall 1014 Ford Road, Coombs Please join us, in celebrating this amazing woman! bevsandy@shaw.ca

NEW to the area? Call for your FREE package of info, gifts & greetings. Bev: 250-248-4720 PV Ann: 250-248-3390 QB Pat: 250-248-7119 NANOOSE New Program: Plus 50 .

PERSONALS SINGLE WHITE male mid 40â€™s tall, fit, seeks single white female who is financially secure, fit, social drinker likes travel the out doors, camping and cooking, boats, motorcycles, comedy, comedy with an honest heart for friendship leading to romance. Apply to Box 49, 4-154 Middleton, Parksville, BC, V9P 2H2.

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Welcome Wagon! You just have to be over the age of 50! Contact Pat.

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March 2, 1925 â€“ June 20, 2014 Our beloved Win died peacefully at home with her family at her side. She was pre-deceased by her sister Susan and her son Arthur, and is survived by Arthur â€œKellyâ€?, her loving husband of 65 years, sons Jim, Bob, Michael and daughter Susie, 10 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. Born on Saltspring Island, Win moved to Vancouver and began her long and illustrious career in public health. She never really retired! She volunteered for numerous organizations, donated generously to charity, and lent a hand whenever and wherever needed. Win and Kelly later travelled the world. She touched hearts and made lasting friendships wherever they went. In addition to her tireless energy and hard work, Win had a wild sense of humour, and great compassion for everyone around her. We will miss her greatly, but we will never forget her! A memorial celebration will be held at the Craig Bay Estates Beach Club in Parksville at 2 pm on Friday July 18th, 2014. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to: The Canadian Mental Health Association. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

For those who love, time is not. Missing you today and always.

GOODLAD, Janet Creighton (nee Goodman) September 25, 1934 â€“ June 10, 2014

Passed away peacefully at home in Parksville during the early hours of June 10, 2014 following a period of declining health. She is survived by her sister Pat McLeod, Qualicum Beach, cousins Helen Hendry, Windsor Nova Scotia and Bill Caulfeild-Browne and wife Judy, Tobermory, Ontario and the Gilgan family, including Dan Gilgan, Rogerâ€™s nephew. Jan is predeceased by her parents James and Marjorie, husband Roger, aunt Laleah and uncles Alan and Norman Creighton. Jan was born in Sweetsburg, Que. The family moved to Halifax (where Pat was born), London Ontario and Montreal. Following graduation, Montreal West High School in 1952, Jan enrolled at McGill University. She was an exchange student at UBC in her 3rd year. In 1956 Jan graduated as a biologist, returned to the west coast and joined the International Pacific Salmon Fisheries Commission. Along the way, she met the love of her life, Roger. In the early 70â€™s Roger took a position with the provincial government and they moved to Prince George B.C. Roger passed in 1978. Later Jan relocated to Windsor, Nova Scotia to care for her mother and uncle Norman. Jan was an interesting, intelligent and analytical person with an inquiring mind. She was handy with power tools and at a potterâ€™s wheel. Like her dad, she enjoyed photography and had a marvellous eye for composition, especially spider webs (her favourite), and close-ups of flowers, trees, fences and doorways. Lasting friendships were made and remained for 60+ years, especially â€˜les girlsâ€™ high school, university and work friends. She took her role as big sister seriously and was very protective. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. A very special thank-you to Elder Life Advocacy & In Home Careâ€™s, Anne Duggan and co-workers for their care and compassion. In keeping with Janâ€™s interest in the environment, donations in her name to The Canadian Wildlife Federation, 350 Michael Cowland Drive, Kanata, On K2M 2W1 or Nature Conservancy of Canada, 400-36 Eglinton Ave W, Toronto On M4R 9Z9 or to the scholarship being set up at University of Northern B.C. Prince George in Jans name would be appreciated. Janâ€™s ashes will be interned with Roger at the Fraser Lake Cemetery. An informal Celebration of Life will be held September 13th from 2:00 pm â€“ 5:00 pm - The Widdershovens 1478 Madrona Dr Nanoose Bay on Vancouver Island. Contact Pat mcleodph@shaw.ca or Trish Widdershoven madronatrish@live.ca for further details. Say not in grief she is no more, but live in thankfulness that she was.

HELP WANTED ADMIN. ASST. needed for active Real Estate Team located in the Parksville/Qualicum Beach area. Experience in reception, office mgmt, data processing, web based mgmt systems. This is a team oriented position. Email resume to assistant@ianlindsay.ca An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051. THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: Boom men, Hooktenders, Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers, Hydraulic Log Loader Operator, Chasers, Coastal Certified Hand Fallers. Fulltime with union rates/benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca

TRADES, TECHNICAL DRILLER/BLASTER-Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd. requires a certified driller/blaster for its coastal forest logging operations near Woss, BC. Union rates and benefits apply. Please fax resume to 250-2879259. HIRING Licensed Plumber/Gasfitter and Licensed Sheetmetal Worker. Apply with resume pronorthheating@telus.net, fax 250-785-5542

The Whole Show Restorations is seeking an experienced Painter who has also has experience with small drywall repairs. We are looking for an individual that is friendly, dependable, and willing to learn other areas of our industry. Applicants must have a valid driverâ€™s licence, be able to pass a criminal record check and willing to participate in an on-call rotation - we pay overtime rates for overtime worked!. If you are interested in being part of a dynamic team and take pride in your work, please give us call. Serious Inquiries Only Please - as this is an hourly position, subtrades need not inquire. 250-248-0464.

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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

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

PLACES OF WORSHIP

MEDICAL HEALTH

GARDENING

APPLIANCES

UNDER $200

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

5:00pm

At the Salvation Army Church

on the Alberni Highway, near the Rod & Gun.

All welcome! More info at:

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

FOOT CARE in your home by certified foot care nurse. 40 years experience. Vets approved. Marg 250-954-8259. KIMâ€™S PROFESSIONAL Mobile foot care nurse. Serving Nanaimo to Qualicum Beach. (250)752-7554, (250)741-6970

BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES

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

ALL CLEAN House Cleaners. Exp. Reliable & Insured. Please Call: 250-668-4642 or email: info@allclean4you.ca SANDICLEAN Services are looking for clients in this area. Call 250-248-3321

HANDYPERSONS

COMPUTER SERVICES

DON the HANDYMAN

No Job to BIG No Job to SMALL Home & Yard Care I will take care of your home and your yard like it is my own! Semi retired carpenter

BUYDENS Computer Services

Ph: 250-586-3330 C: 778-441-2963

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Call Kevin 250-240-7372

SUMMERâ€™S HERE AND SO IS A HELPING HAND! Avoid stress and call me for those niggling tasks you just canâ€™t get to. Household repairs, power washing, small reno jobs, etc. Reasonable rates. Quality and honesty free of charge! Vito Farina: 250-2409613

COMPUTER BUSINESS & Home Support, 30yrs IT Tech. Low rates, Seniors Discount. TLC-John, 250-594-5558.

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

TRADES, TECHNICAL

HAULING AND SALVAGE

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

ALL TYPES of hauling. Small loads, garden waste, construction debris & junk. Call Ron 250-757-2094, 250-951-4625. HAUL AWAY JUNK; big or small loads, garden and construction waste, garage cleanout. Call 250-240-1116.

Scott @ 250-821-1994.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

DRYWALL

JACK and Jill Home Maintenance Service interior & exterior painting, decks, fences, flooring, pressure washing, yard maintenance, rubbish removal, construction clean-up, bathroom and kitchen renoâ€™s. 35 yrs experience, free estimates, seniors discount. Steve and Danna: 250-240-1304

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

GARDENING ABLE STUDENT garden services & labourer, experienced, reliable, hardworking. Refâ€™s avail. Bradley 250-927-0072 OCEANSIDE Lawn & Garden. Yard clean-up, mowing, hedges, sprinkler adjustments, gutter clean-outs. (250)240-1116.

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221 WEST 2nd Avenue Qualicum, July 12 (9-1) Books, books & more books. Plus household goods. Bowser-160 Lambert Lane. Sat (8-3) 2 family sale. Power tools, coffee table, book shelves, 7 ft dingy & motor, John Deere tractor & snow blade, Brother knitting machine with wool, golf clubs & kitchen misc. BOWSER. SAT. July 12, 9am2pm. 4601 Maple Guard Dr. Lots of misc. BRADLEY CENTRE Coombs 975 Shearme Rd. July 20th 8:00 - 12:00 noon. We start a new monthly Market every 3rd Sunday. Tables $8.00 each. Call 250-248-0676 to reserve. COOMBS 2202 Alberni Hwy Jul 12 (9-3) & 13 ( 11-2) Multi family. Many items. DASHWOOD FIRE DEPT. 230 Hobbs Rd. Sat. July 12, 8:30-2pm. 10th Annual Garage Sale & Car Wash Fundraiser. Metal Collection bin.

Parksville- 445 Fourneau Wy. Sat (8-4) Huge garage sale in huge dry garage. Rain or shine. So much stuff, everything must go. House & garden decor, plants & pots, kitchen dishes, pots, canning jars, crafts, ladies belts, handbags, camping stuff, lawnmower, kids toys, sofa, window blinds, power tools, paint, ceramic tiles, & lots of construction stuff.

ERRINGTON 1059 Price Rd. Household items, furniture, craft supplies, books, camp gear and much more! July 11, 12 and 13th (9-3).

FRENCH CREEK. 1132 Yellowbrick Rd. July12 (8-1) sand paper rolls, tools, home decor, rugs, bbq, bike carrier & antique school desk. FRENCH CREEK 1325 Greenwood way. July 12 (8-1) Moving Sale. Childrens clothing, household items, & more. French Creek-1388 Sunrise Dr. Sat (9-2) Multi-Family. Deluxe steam dryer,&much more! Mark your calendar! Neighbourhood garage sale. Craig Bay. July 19. From furnishings to fine china, to freebies! MOVING Sale on Saturday 9am1pm. Dining table, dishes, linens, garden tools and pots, clothing, toys, many odds and ends! 880 Garden Road East, next to dog park in Qualicum.

MULTI-PERSON GARAGE sale. Qualicum Beach Seniorâ€™s Centre. Sat. July 12, 8:301pm. Coffee & refreshments available. 703 Memorial Ave. Nanoose - 2001 Roberts Rd. Sat (8-1) Moving Sale! Rain or shine. N A N O O S E - FA I R W I N D S Schooner Ridge 3430 Simmons Pl. July 12 (8-2). More then a garage sale. High end quality decor items. Furniture, antiques and much more. Something for everyone. Parksville-13 Sylvan Cr.Sat (8-12)Household, tools, books, old mags, sports items &more! PARKSVILLE: 218 McKinnon St.. Sat. July 12, 9am-12noon. Dryer, fridges, furniture, collectibles, household items, fireplace mantle & surround & much, much more! PARKSVILLE- 360 Vicken Close, Sat, July 12, 8-1pm. Fishing, household, tools, garden, lrg bamboo, furniture... No Early Birds, please! PARKSVILLE, 644 Tranfield St. July 12 (9-1) Multi-family somthing for everyone. Clothes, electronics, tools, DVDâ€™s, books etc.

PARKSVILLE 465 Wisteria St July 12 & 13 (8-3) Moving sale. Household items, tools, reclining lift chair, & walker. PARKSVILLE 714 Ironwood Ave. July 12 (9-1) Moving Sale Snowblower, chainsaw, power washer, tools, golf clubs, computer parts & kids table. PARKSVILLE 753 Soriel Sat July 12 - (8-12). Fishing float tube, ropes, fly rods, two small rubber boats, router, misc tools & hardware. PARKSVILLE 75 Magnolia Dr. Sat. July 12 (9-1). Moving sale - all must go. PARKSVILLE, 941 Ballenas Rd. (San Pariel) July 12 (8-1). Huge multi family. Antique Spencer wood stove, antiques, tools, industrial flooring, couch set, & tons more quality stuff. PARKSVILLE- (Pacific Manor) 169 South Moilliet St, Sat, July 12, 9am-4pm. 4rd Annual Multi-tenant Garage Sale. PARKSVILLE- PARTIAL Estate Garage sale, in the house, from Temple Store on Bay, follow signs to 337 Willow St. Fridays & Saturdays 9am-3pm, Sundays 11am-4pm. July and August. Honda CRX $3500. Qualicum- 215 Hoylake Rd. West. Sat (9-3) Dog crate, household, tools, portable table saw, misc, clothes, etc. Qualicum - 772 Canyon Cr. Tools & household items. July 12 & 13. Sat (9-2) Sun (10-?)

QUALICUM BAY LIGHTHOUSE Community Centre 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. July 13, (8-12). Pancake breakfast & flea market. Entertainment, small animal swap. Tables $10. Rain or Shine. Phone 778-424-9900 or info@communityhall.ca QUALICUM BEACH (Eaglecrest) 1182 Clubhouse Dr. July 12 (9-1). 3 Family Sale. QUALICUM BEACH- Multifamily! Ocean Sands Complex, 3156 Island Hwy West Sat, July 12, 9-? QUALICUM. DOWNSIZING. Sat. July 12, 8am-2pm. Furniture, sporting goods, camping, table saw, TV, air compressor & more! 630 Garden Road E. QUALICUM: Moving Sale July 12 (8-1) 577 Sumac Dr. Furn., house wares, tools, guy stuff & more.

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one takes too much time, part of life’s rich tapestry – do whatever to hold in that scream.

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You may be tempted to take what you want today, think how it might affect a relationship.

CANCER Being out of the loop could actually work in your favour today.

LEO Don’t keep your plans to yourself. This is a great day for strengthening bonds.

VIRGO Don’t use power or position to take what you are not really entitled to.

LIBRA Stay on the good side of people in positions of power. SCORPIO

Someone will pull rank on you today. Keep your thoughts and feelings to yourself.

SAGITTARIUS Make sure you only make life tough for your rivals and enemies – not your friends.

CAPRICORN Whatever you go for will work out well for you in the end. AQUARIUS Someone you meet on your travels is on the same wavelength mentally & emotionally – maybe romance will blossom.

PISCES Sometimes it is better to back off from a fight, today this is definitely one of them..

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June the strongest since ‘07

Parksville/Qualicum has a benchmark price of $357,200, growing 3.43% from last year Sales activity is heating up across the Vancouver Island housing market area, with the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) reporting its strongest June on record since 2007. A total of 470 single-family homes sold on the MLS system in the VIREB coverage area in June 2014, according to a news release from VIREB. While this represents a slight dip over the 485 sales recorded last month, it marks a 23 per cent increase over sales activity this time last year. Inventory levels continue to remain slightly lower than last year, which is in-line with the trend occurring over the past few months. Active listings for the month of June were down 4.4 per cent over this time last year. According to B.C. Real Estate Association chief economist Cameron Muir, the sales-toactive listing ratio is sitting around 14 per cent, which puts the Vancouver Island market in the upper boundaries of balanced market territory. This is great news for buyers and sellers, and with home sales on the rise, he expects we will start to see market conditions “firm up” in the third quarter. In June 2014, the benchmark price for a single-family home in the VIREB coverage area was $318,500, with an MLS HPI index value of 149.7. (This represents a 49.7 per cent increase since January 2005, when the index was 100). The benchmark price is up 1.22 per cent from last month and increased 2.46 per cent over last year. The average price of a single-family home in the VIREB area was $346,861, which represents a two per cent increase over this time last year. When asked about the slight uptick in prices across the Island, VIREB president Blair Herbert said that he was not surprised. “With increased consumer demand and rising home sales, pricing should start to rise around the rate of inflation,” he said. In a couple of VIREB’s market areas, the benchmark price reported larger percentage increases than the average price, which is quite unusual; however, Herbert indicated that this can be attributed to the fact that there was a flurry of sales activity with lower-priced properties in those markets. “This could indicate that we have more firsttime home buyers jumping into the market, and it definitely signals stronger consumer confidence overall,” he said. The benchmark price for a single-family home in the Campbell River area was $265,900, up 2.98 per cent over this time last year; in the Comox Valley the benchmark price was $324,600 marking an increase of 1.95 per cent over last year; Duncan reports a benchmark price of $280,800 dipping 3.27 per cent from last year; Nanaimo’s benchmark price was $338,300 rising 3.99 per cent from last year; Parksville/ Qualicum has a benchmark price of $357,200, growing 3.43 per cent from this time last year; and the price for a benchmark home in Port Alberni is listed at $203,500 escalating 9.88 per cent from last year. — VIREB news release

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LOCAL BOXERS

Machine Gun loading up for July 18 Qualicum Beach product Mark Woolnough excited to step into the ring after five years T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com

Mark “Machine Gun” Woolnough, holder of three boxing titles so far, is set to step back in the ring on July 18 at the Port Theater in Nanaimo for the first time in five years. Woolnough, from Qualicum Beach by way of Essex, United Kingdom, makes his return to the ring after a close and questionable split decision to Kingsley Ikeke for the North American Boxing Association Super Middleweight title. The 33-year-old, who is sporting a 19-6 record, is getting back in the ring and fighting on the same card as two of his protégés in Shane Andreesen and Aubrey Morrow. “It’s great. The camaraderie between us is great,” Woolnough said. “We really push each other along in training, we’re there for one another, trying to peak at the same time. The support between us has always been good.” A right-handed fighter with

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Mark “Machine Gun” Woolnough, training with long time coach Rich LeStage.

a southpaw stance, Woolnough has won six of his 19 fights by KO and will be fighting at the

Port Theater for the first time. The boxing career might not be as bustling for Woolnough as it

once was, but this was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up. “I’ve been approached for quite a few fights since the last one,” Woolnough said. “Of course you always want to say yes right away but it just wasn’t enticing enough. I’ve got three kids and a beautiful wife at home and they are top priority. But this was something I couldn’t take a pass on. None of us are getting any younger, so why not.” With his focus squarely on this July 18 match against Billy Bailey, Woolnough isn’t looking to his boxing future yet. “I’m not looking past this fight, not one bit,” Woolnough said. “My focus is all on this fight and I’m not going to think about anything else. Of course, a win would go a long way in getting another look for a match after, but I need to not only look good in this fight, but I need to win.” Woolnough has been training with Rich LeStage from day one, through his amateur and pro career. Never one to really watch

tape on his opponents, Woolnough instills his trust fully in his coach and expects to once again be led in the right direction. “I usually never watched tape, Rich just always trained me right,” Woolnough said. “It’s all about what I do in the fight anyways, never letting them take control. It’s up to me to do what I’m going to do and to capitalize on chances when they come up in the match. I know enough of what to expect and where to look to take this fight though.” For what could be his last match in his career, Woolnough is feeling excited like he’s stepping in the ring for the first time. “It’s good to be back again, it’s like a reunion,” Woolnough said. “Just to be around the fights, going to a show, the atmosphere, the smells, everything about it, it’s exciting to me and I can’t wait.” Check www.porttheater.com under the special events header for tickets.

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The Quality Foods Parksville Royals returned home from their trip to Kelowna without any wins to show after a rough outing against the Okangan Athletics. Playing two games on Saturday and two games on Sunday, the Royals were in tough against the fourth place Athletics. Owen Kelly got the start for the first of the four games and pitched a solid

game, going six innings and only giving up three runs on three hits. It wasn’t meant to be for the Royals in this one though as they lost 3–2. In game two things got ugly in a hurry. Justin Dieleman had the lone hit for the Royals as they were lit up for 15 runs, losing game two by a score of 15–1. Colton Tuka was tagged in the loss in this game, going three innings with six runs, two of them earned. The Royals also had four errors as a team, leading to

more runs for the A’s. “It wasn’t pretty, that’s for sure. Saturday we got off to a decent start with Owen starting on the mound in game one but that was about it,” assistant coach Bruce Biro said. “Our pitching wasn’t there, our hitting wasn’t there, and we weren’t ready for game two at all. We gave up some runs early and that was all she wrote.” Sunday was much the same for the Royals. With the score 2–1 for the A’s in

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the fourth inning, Adam McKillican was cruising on the mound and keeping the Royals in it. Errington’s Liam Ballance went 2–4 in the game and Nanoose Bay’s Josh Anderson went 2–3. It was 2–1 until the bottom of the sixth inning, where the A’s got to reliever Zack Senay for six runs, adding one more off Ethan Fox for a total of seven in the inning and nine for the game. The Royals added one more but dropped this one 9–3. See ANOTHER, page A31

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Simon Morrison, 15, is looking to bring the 200-meter hurdles gold home from the B.C. Summer Games. Morrison, a student at Ballenas Secondary School, has been training in the 200-meter hurdles for the last two years and is looking forward to the games. “I’ve been training real hard for it,” Morrison said. “It’s a fast paced raced and it’s a lot of fun. I like the 200-meter better than the 100-meter because it’s a long distance and the guys that run in the 100-meter aren’t prepared for that final 100 meters, so catching them is always a bonus.” After the B.C. Summer Games, Morrison will be looking to training for the nationals, where he will compete in the 300-meter hurdles in August. He’ll continue his training four days a week and look to build up for the extra distance himself. “We’ll be doing lots of cardio, lots of running,” Morrison said. “Eating healthy and making sure I’m keeping my focus

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Simon Morrison is ready for the B.C. Summer Games, where he will take part in the 200-meter hurdles. From there, he will continue his training in preparation for the nationals in August.

is a big thing. We don’t do so much weight training right now but next year we’ll be getting in to that too.”

The games run July 17-20 in Nanaimo, with opening ceremonies Thursday evening (July 17).

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Excited about steeplechase T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com

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Thomas Grabher will have other obstacles to deal with other than fellow competitors during his races in the 1,500-meter steeplechase and the 2,000-meter run. Grabher, a member of the Oceanside Track and Field Team, goes to school at NDSS but trains here in Parksville every week with the OTFC. The 15-year-old will be enjoying his first trip to the B.C. Summer Games and is excited to being part of it in his hometown. “It’s going to be exciting, I’m really looking forward to it,” Grabher said. “I wasn’t sure what it was to begin with but when I heard it was like a mini Olympics, I thought it would be lots of fun.” Grabher will be running in two completely different races. The 2,000-meter is a straight forward distance run while the steeplechase includes four obstacles waiting for competitors on the other side of a hurdle at different points on the track. “Steeplechase is pretty exciting. The 2,000-meter is just a lot of hard work, straight for-

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Thomas Grabher will be competing in the 1,500-meter steeplechase and the 2,000-meter run at the B.C. Summer Games, July 17-20 in Nanaimo.

ward stuff,” Grabher said. “The steeplechase is great because you could be at the back of the pack and someone up front could trip up on

an obstacle and change the whole race. The fact that one of them has water on the other side makes it all the more interesting too.”

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Enter the 2014 Parksville Idol Singing Contest!

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. TYSON TAYLOR PHOTO

VOLLEY ON THE BEACH: The adult beach volleyball rec league is in full swing down at the Parksville Community Park. The adult league runs every Wednesday night throughout the summer and plays host to a wide range of players. Check www.oceansideoutdoorsport.com for more information on the league play.

Details: parksvillebeachfest.ca Entry forms will be available July 1st Online voting July 1-31st at: PQBNews.com 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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Another huge loss Sunday CONTINUED FROM PAGE A29

Game two on Sunday was another to forget for the Royals, as they dropped a 14–1 game, giving the A’s a sweep of their weekend. Parksville’s Andrew Evernden was the lone bright spot in this one, going 2–3 at the plate. “We were a little better defensively on Sunday than we were on Saturday,” Biro said. “Obviously, the score wasn’t apparent of that but we were able to cut down on the errors a little bit. Sometimes you are the ones

that get the big outbursts at the plate and other times you’re on the receiving end of a beating, and we were on that side of things too many times last weekend.” The Royals were back at practice before a Wednesday night tilt in Nanaimo against the Pirates at Serauxmen Stadium. The Royals will try and turn their fortunes around before playing host to the first place Langley Blaze Sunday, at 11 a.m. at Inouye– (MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX Wallace Field.

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Local residents don’t have to head down to South America to observe bright and brilliant hues on birds, in fact Roy Hancliff captures a rainbow of colours from his back yard. The Qualicum Beach photographer has spent years perfecting his craft to capture images of backyard birds in flight and after a lot of reading, planning and set-up, he and his wife Sharon have achieved great success. “We’ve studied their flight patterns and habits and we watch for hours,” Roy said. “It’s a big set-up to do this, it’s not just going out with a camera, it’s an outdoor studio.” Roy’s photographs of birds have been featured in a number of international publications and they can be purchased at Oceanside Village Artists’ Gallery located at Oceanside Village Resort in Parksville, along with the work of around 50 other local artists. Roy and Sharon are originally from England and moved to Canada in 2003. It was at that time they decided to concentrate on Roy’s passion of photographing birds (he has also taken stunning photos of insects and wildlife). Although he wouldn’t call himself a birder, he’s now fluent in the flight pattens, tastes and habits of local birds including hummingbirds, flickers and woodpeckers. Roy said capturing the perfect picture, revealing the birds’ colourings in all their glory, depends on the right lighting. And of course he needed the right attractants which is why the Hancliffs make regular stops to local garden centres. At the end of the day Roy hopes to show locals just what can be seen from their own backyards. “Roy tries to show that ordinary, B.C. yard birds can be, when captured in the right environment, something truly special,” said Sharon. Larry Aguilar’s distinctive pottery is collected around the world and the longtime resident’s work is also adorning the walls and shelves of Oceanside Village Artists’ Gallery. Aguilar and his wife Dee make use of a number of different firing techniques to achieve eye-catching results including pit firing, wood firing and high temperature gas firing, among others. Larry has always been enthralled with oriental art, and took some art classes from the Asian Art Society in Victoria years ago. Today he continues to add brush painting to some of his pieces which are both functional, (such as mugs, bowls and lamps) and also purely artistic. Larry has also recently returned to his passion for painting and has some prints of his Chinese dried brush painting on rice paper at the gallery.

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From left, Larry and Dee Aguilar, Val and Kai Kealy and Roy and Sharon Hancliff help make the Oceanside Village Artists’ Gallery an intriguing place. Here each artist holds one of their handmade pieces.

Besides her fetching pottery, Dee is the heart and soul Hall also enjoys working with his photos on the combehind the gallery, Larry said. It was her idea to start up puter in post-production, cleaning up the photo, he the cooperative business for artists in the area and al- said, but he never adds anything that wasn’t already though all the artists take turns manning the desk at the there and doesn’t subtract any elements. gallery, Dee juries the work, promotes it and spends the Jai Kealy’s First Nations sculptures and wood turnFor the Best in most time selling it. ings are a welcomed addition to the gallery. The French C Quality, Service “She’s the CEO, the COO and the CFO,”&said Larry. Creek artist creates smooth wooden pieces like a First Products... “She’s a no-nonsense lady and everyone here loves her Nations raven carved from red cedar and hand-painted. Blossoms Parksville Framing Gallery Tail Wagger Arrowsmith Automotive for that.” The piece separate wooden tongue pullup from J Pick up from July 4 / 2013with a Pick Pickhas up fromaJuly 4 / 2013 Pick up from July 4 / 2013 ads on file Dee said she wanted to start the gallery because she cord and Alternate hammered copper has been inset into the knows how tough it is as an artist to try and continuous- eyes, nostrils and wings. ly do solo shows. Kealy, who has Cree and Sioux heritage, is also known “You’re not always going to get the crowds, but if you for his realistic whale carvings and won an award in the work together as a collective and have much more to 2009 Brant Festival where he came out above the world PAST PERFORMANCE show than just your own work then it becomes a hub champion whale carver. Kealy said he pays a lot of atthat people would love to come and see,” she said. Dress for Les tention to detail and likes to accurately depict moveWeather Stonewater Spa & Salon up from July 4 / 2013 Pick up from J Coming Via Email Local photographer Randy Hall has a mix ofPickcanvass ment in his sculptures. and metal prints at the gallery. His specialty is nature, His wife Val is also a talented sculptor and her cotparticularly landscapes and seascapes that show con- tonwood bark houses are for sale at the gallery. trasting colours and sharp lines. The majority of art at the gallery is from artists in “I like weather conditions, clear skies don’t always the Parksville Qualicum Beach area and there are also appeal to me, clouds add character to a photo,” he said. some pieces from as far south as Victoria as well as a few The metal prints are new for Hall and he said he likes from Haida Gwaii. Art at the gallery ranges from $15 to Animal Hospital Gordon how they pop with colour and contrast. ButQualicum the reflec$15,000. It is open seven days a week from 10 a.m.Pick toup 5from J Pick up from July 4 / 2013 tion wouldn’t work well in a room with numerous win- p.m. Oceanside Village Resort is located at 1080 Resort dows or harsh light, he added. Drive in Parksville.

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In 1989 The Wealthy Barber (David Chilton) told readers “to look for (mutual) funds with a long-term track record; to make sure that the team who created the success was still running the show; to emphasize consistency by looking for funds that did well in both bear and bull markets; and to stay away from fad funds, focusing instead on value-oriented, disciplined management teams.” Now that nearly 25 years have passed, let’s have a look and see how this approach has worked out. Not so well, I’m afraid.

To his credit though, he concedes this in the sequel The Wealthy Barber Returns (2011). In his words: “I’m forced to admit that funds matching those criteria over the years have collectively underperformed the market. What’s worse, some of the management teams in whom I was most confident have posted the weakest returns. It’s frustrating, but past long-term performance has proven to have virtually no correlation to future performance.”

Still it’s a popular strategy to use past performance as an emotional button when promoting mutual funds. But as hopeful investors flock to the successful funds, cash levels grow, often at the most inopportune times: when markets are high. This forces the fund manager to make a choice: buy high, or sit on cash and wait for opportunities. Waiting can be costly though, as market timing frequently backfires, not to mention the fact that idle cash in a mutual fund is still subject to fees.

It is no secret that mutual funds are having a tough go of it lately, as a growing number of commentators, advisors, and investors look for alternatives. Exchange-traded funds, for example, have grown in popularity in recent years with their promise of near market-matching returns. Indeed the Wealthy Barber makes a case for these in his 2011 book The Wealthy Barber Returns. But ironically proponents of exchange-traded funds often still use past performance to make their case. It can be a compelling case, depending of course on which numbers you look at. According to Morningstar, over a 10 year period only 14 Canadian mutual funds have outperformed the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (symbol XIU). However, let’s look at what has happened since 2011 -- a period during which the Canadian stock market has averaged only 4.36% (based on 3-year returns to November 30, 2013). By having the flexibility to underweight the weaker sectors, the number of Canadian equity funds that have bested the XIU has grown from 14 to over 200, with 57 of these actually doubling the XIU.

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ly sweet and naive Inga—beautifully, and her dance numbers reveal her years of dance training. Susan Bradshaw gave her offbeat gothic character Frau Bleucher great life, with some exceedingly funny moments. Hilary Britton-Foster blew me away as Frederick’s fiancee, particularly with her unforgettable performance in the song “Please don’t touch me,” a racy number that becomes centered around her breasts. Brian Lecky was incredibly funny and strong in his role as inspector Kemp and Shawn Lestage was a matchless monster; I loved his version of Puttin’ on da Reeez. Don Harper played a number of roles but I particularly liked him as the blind Hermit who tries to befriend the monster. Right off the hop we get a sense of the talent of this cast, as a trio of Frederick’s students perform a stunningly good rendition of the song, The Brain. Those singers are Juliana Cook, Belle Warner-Varney and Josh Jai. The talent continues with impressive dance numbers and enthusiastic singing from the large cast. Those with a faint heart be warned, there is no shortage of bawdy lines and risque subject manner in this play, but it was very funny and definitely worth a trip to the Village Theatre— that is if there’s any tickets left. Young Frankenstein the Musical plays until August 16, as of today there are 16 performances left to catch. Tickets are $24 for adults, $22 for seniors and students and $11 for children, available at the box office: 110 West Second Ave. Call 250-7524470 to book tickets or to find out office hours. For more information visit www.b2btheatre. com.

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The Oceanside Community Arts Council is bringing high quality classical music to the area this winter. David Douglas, chairman and artistic director of the new Oceanside Classical Concerts series introduced the idea to Qualicum Beach at the last council meeting. They will present at least three "Canadian artists of international stature" Classical concerts a year, through the fall and winter. It will be a subscription-only series, meaning individual tickets will not be sold, based on successful series developed in similar sized Canadian communities by famed oboist George Zukerman, an officer of the Order of Canada, Douglas explained. "We are indeed fortunate to have him assisting in launching this effort as the Artistic Advisor to Oceanside Classical Concerts," he said. The series will include the Bergmann Piano Duo in October, Musica Intima in November and the Gryphon Trio in January, all perform-

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Duo from Norway plays Coombs Market A duo from Norway will be playing music at the Old Country Market this Saturday, July 12 between 2 and 4 p.m. Pianist and accordionist Knut Erik Jensen and violinist/Hardanger fiddle player Skogen Sällström play a variety of Norwegian music with roots in Scandinavia’s traditional folk music. Full of youthful energy, Sällström and Jensen will perform their interpretation of a selection of folk tunes known as Slåtter alongside popular works by Ole Bull, Edvard Grieg, and con-

temporary Sturla Eide. A special feature of their performance is the Hardanger fiddle, Norway's unique traditional instrument that has eight or nine strings. As different rhythms and motifs are bowed on the four primary strings, additional under-strings resonate to create rich tones typical of its style. The duo will also be playing in Maffeo Sutton Park Lion’s Pavillion in Nanaimo from 11 p.m. to 1 p.m. Both shows are free to attend. —News Staff/Submitted by Kathie Furuness

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summer days, you’re incredibly grateful for that. AUSTIN, TX. – I can’t think of a better time to learn how Furthermore, it’s paired to a 6-speed transmission. to ride or a harder time to ride. Normally, stop-go traffic on a Harley would be a pain. These juxtaposing thoughts can be explained thusly. However, it wasn’t with the 750. It’s the easiest and There are so many great choices for new riders when it lightest clutch I’ve worked with on any of the Americomes to machinery it’s hard to make a decision on what can motorcycle manufacturer’s bikes. to add to your garage. But the variety also means there Speaking of low seat height, it measures in at are bikes to suit all. 709mm (27.9-inches.) Those wanting to get on sportbikes don’t need to start The Harley 750 doesn’t carry some of the bulk peoon a 250 or 300 cc, let alone a 600 cc variant. You can get The Harley 750 ple might associate with the brand. It’s like losing all a 125 cc. Or when it comes to cruisers, you don’t have to the weight you put on during the Christmas holiday! start on a machine that might be a little on the heavy side. doesn’t carry some It just feels good. You can get a competent road partner, which looks cool of the bulk people When it comes to the 750’s suspension, it’s not jarand doesn’t weigh south of 250 kilos. might associate with ring and pleasantly soft. Not so soft, that it puts you Enter the 2015 Harley-Davidson Street 750. 222 kilos, the brand. It’s like to sleep, but a good balance of urban comfort mixed soaking wet. with open road riding pleasure. Hitting streets later this year, it’s the first new bike the losing all the weight American motorcycle maker has concocted from scratch you put on during the Up front, the 37mm telescopic forks and rear in the last 11 years. The last all-new bike was the V-Rod. twin tubular externally mounted shocks absorb the Christmas holiday! And with a blank canvas, Harley could start from the bumps in the road and leave the rider feeling fine. ground up, listen to the voices of the customer and trans- Alexandra Straub However, after a day of logging over 200 kilometres, late that into a cruiser that is tailored to urban riding. the rear end does feel a little sleepy! General ergoOn the streets of Austin, Texas, a group of international nomics are good, though I would have brought the media had the opportunity to take the new machinery for handlebars a little closer to my body. They’re not a a test drive. While the majority of the route takes us on long, sweeping stretch for me, but something that would have made the ride more stretches of country roads, the Street 750 really shines in slow speed comfortable. environments. I also would have liked a little more “grab” in the front and rear Why does it thrive in an urban setting? – For many reasons, the first brakes. It seemed like I really had to bite hard into the front brake to get being that Harley wanted to create a bike for the city rider. A bike that it to slow down. The logic behind that is that new riders are less likely to has a low-revving yet silky smooth engine and transmission, a low seat get in trouble in an event where they are nervous and get a little jumpy. height, a favourable suspension – for all the potholes and road imperLastly, fit and finish of the bike could have been neater. Wires were fections one might encounter –and is a bike on which variety of riders exposed, and it took away from the overall aesthetic. That said the bike can feel comfortable. does have character to it. Let’s start with its all-new engine. The Street 750 is matched with The 2015 Street 750 from Harley-Davidson has many good things a liquid-cooled – yes, liquid! - 749 cc, 60-degree, which gives ample going for it. And with it tipping the scale at just 222 kg (489 lbs.) – in acceleration when you need it, particularly when you’re accelerating running order – looks like Christmas comes early. from a standstill. Pricing will be announced closer to the release date. Not only that, it doesn’t spew unwanted heat towards the rider when Visit http://www.harley-davidson.ca for more information on the bike. they’re idling. And if you’re like me, and wear full gear even on hot, alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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Our neighbours to the south may still be suspicious of smaller vehicles but they are more than welcome on driveways north of the border. In the top 20 best sellers, 15 are compact or sub-compacts and the remaining five are by no means gas-guzzlers. The Honda Civic is the perennial top seller, and according to the latest figures available, the Hyundai Elantra and the Toyota Corolla follow it. The Chevrolet Cruze, currently with a starting sticker price of a few bucks more than $15,200, sits in a solid fourth place and it’s a ray of light for General Motors. It recorded a five percent year-over-year sales increase in the first quarter reports. Its 2014 March sales were a fraction under 50 percent better than last year. In fact, it’s the brand’s bestseller with worldwide sales in excess of two million since its launch. Much has been written about the Ford revival and its excellent world car products – most of which fall into the small car category. GM does have competing products in what’s become a crowded market. The sub-compact Sonic is in the top 20 but nothing has caught fire in the way the Cruze has. Keith Morgan It first surfaced here in late 2010 as a globally developed and designed compact four-door sedan and five-door hatchback, replacing the outgoing Cobalt. When I drove one of the early editions, I was impressed with its design and performance, which matched any rival. It’s a car for a small family starting out or singles with a daily commute on their hands. However, I feared the Cruze would

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A hands-on ability, whatever the skill, is a talent that tends to go unrecognised and too often, it is under-appreciated, even by those who possess the talent. That’s why I was delighted to be asked again to participate as a judge (one of five) in the annual “Show Us Your Skills” competition organized by Discover Skills BC for high school students. Students create a short video about a trade or skill that they are interested in pursuing. Prizes for the top three videos are presented to both the student and the high school that they attend. The high level of expertise that some of these kids already possess was remarkable and the video entries this year were outstanding. First prize this year went to Connor Shaw, a student at Traditional Learning Academy in Nanaimo, on Vancouver Island. He was taught to weld by his uncle and at age twelve he fabricated a flat deck for a truck he

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Rathtrevor is always spectacular with its broad expanse of sandy beach and far reaching views across the Salish Sea. Lasqueti Island sits to the North and to the South is Madrona Point and North West Bay. In the distance are numerous small Gulf islands and beyond lies Sechelt on the Sunshine Coast. The soaring snowcapped peaks of the mainland coastal mountains provide the perfect backdrop. This beach, often tranquil though in stormy weather sometimes desolate, is transformed on warm summer days as locals and visitors alike come out to play. The folding chairs and rugs, coolers and BBQ’s, moms, dads, grandparents and children are transported to the sandy shore. Lovers walk hand in hand; friends hike or run the trails; dogs are walked and cycles ridden. With a sweeping expanse of beach, woodland, trails and parkland all bounded by majestic old forest growth, Rathtrevor Provincial Park offers 5 kilometres of beachfront and at low tide up to a kilometre of flat sands. The water in June is always warm and more so as the tide rolls in across a sun warmed beach. In the shallow waters and tidal pools, there is a wealth of marine treasures to discover with darting small fish, gardens of seaweed, shells, sand dollars and more. On the beach the coarse sand is ideal for perfecting castle and sculpting techniques while the shallow tidal pools are a magnet for those mastering the intricacies of skim boarding When planning your visit it is wise to check the tide tables. At low tide the water’s edge can be as faraway whereas at high tide the beach for the most part is under water! Beware too that there is a point with the incoming tide when the water rolls in more quickly than might be expected. Then flip-flops and deck chairs are sometimes seen as they bob away on the wavelets! For those who prefer grassy parkland and welcome summer shade, in the meadow and woodland between the beach and forest there are picnic tables and benches for BBQ’s and grass on which to play. Whether in the forest or on the beach, Rathtrevor has much to offer. The park provides the perfect canvas for artists and photographers; beachcombers have acres of sand on which to roam while from early morning to summer evenings, through woodland or among banks of honeysuckle and sweetly scented wild roses, walkers can hike the many trails. Runners loop through the park and cyclists ride to the beach and beyond. Rathtrevor is truly a park for everyone. Nestled among the trees at the North end of the beach is a popular campsite within 5 minutes’ walk of the beach. In addition to the serviced campsites there are walk-in campsites together with designated facilities for group bookings. The park provides two adventure playgrounds close to the campsite. From the end of June to Labour Day booking is required. Information at www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/ explore/parkpgs/rathtrevor There are plenty of clean and recently upgraded washrooms. In the meadow close to the campsite there is a recently upgraded pavilion with a simple wash-up facility. Dogs must be leashed and are not permitted on the beach from March to October. Signs clearly indicate the boundaries for dog walkers. There is no on-duty life-guard. Parking only between 6 am - 11 pm.

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Rathtrevor delights Ottawa naturalist Ann Williams.

What might you see there in June? spring/summer Rathtrevor is a delight for birdwatchers and observers of wildlife. Grazing deer, raccoons and squirrels can all be seen in the park. In the water there are harbour seals and occasionally distant dolphins or whales. In the early spring Rathtrevor Beach is a prime spot for observing the tenacious small Brant Geese as they pause in their migration north to feed off the annual herring spawn. In late May there was a pair of Bald Eagles and forest birds such as Towhees, White-crowned Sparrows, Darkeyed Juncos and Northwestern Crows. At the water’s edge was a Great Blue Heron; further out were Pacific Loons and overhead soared Glaucous and Mew Gulls. Birder Terry Harrison said ‘Here

you can expect surprises and unusual sightings together with the mundane’. She noted that a rare Western Grebe had been spotted as well as Marbled Murrelets in full breeding plumage. Interpretative boards offer insights about the foreshore and coastal sand dunes with illustrations of oysters, cockle shells and clams. To help identify the profusion of wild flowers now in bloom there are pictures of the native Dune Tansy, Beach Pea, Entire Leaved Gumweed and rare Yellow Sand Verbena. Also to be seen are Dune grasses, Sea Rocket, and the poisonous Snowberry that bind the dunes and provide natural protection against winter storms and further erosion.

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$604,500

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626 Eaglewood Court, Qualicum Beach

Spacious 2 bedroom plus den codo. Secure entry, on-floor storage, Secure underground parking. Easy access, walk to Village Centre.

2740 Marshland Road, Qualicum North

267 Buller Road, Qualicum Beach

$539,000

$459,900

$174,900 • Great family home, with detached garage/workshop • Close to schools, marina, and shops • Connected to water and sewer, with natural gas furnace

#4 - 3350 Island W. Hwy, Qualicum Beach

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$568,500 • Excellent location, walk to beach and golf course • Hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, very private • Silestone counters, Maple shaker cabinets, slate tiles

T LIS

Lovely rancher on 33 private acres. Great area for outdoor activities, near lakes. Double carport, garage/shop, security gate.

Almost waterfront home. 2 or 3 bedroom private residence or group/family cottage, steps from the beach.

Lots and Acreages

Lot B Thorpe Road, Qualicum North - $225,000 Exceptional large 28.5 acre lot, close proximity to the Island Highway. Lot 17 & 18 Blueback Drive, Nanoose Bay - $1,195,000 Two adjoining walk-on waterfront lots, amazing access to sandy beach

Spacious two level 4870 square foot home. Custom designed, Camelot built. Sweeping ocean views.

ICE

• Custom built rancher in great location, HRV system • New roof, newer landscape, well maintained • Open plan with french doors to back yard and patio

$299,000

850 Miller Road, French Creek

$429,000

T LIS

$719,900

113 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach

$368,900

ICE

#209-134 5th Avenue E, Qualicum Beach

www.remaxanchor.ca

T LIS

205 Wallace Way, Qualicum Beach

www.pq-realestate.com

CE RI

1-800-668-3622

Spacious 3 bedroom home with family room & den. Custom designed flexible studio room. Ocean & Coastal Mountain views, great location.

*Based on 2012 closed transactions. Source CREA and RE/MAX internal data.

#102 - 292 Crescent Rd. E. Qualicum Beach

Anchor Realty

Independently Owned and Operated

Walk to Village 2 lot package. Duplex cash flow, access on all four sides. OCP reflects higher density future.

733 Hemsworth Road, Qualicum Beach - $399,900 3.14 Acre lot, walk to Village Centre location. Rural setting, mountain views. $199,900

• Spacious condo, walk to beach, trails and restaurants • Newer roof, exterior paint, and resurfaced decks • Tastefully painted, 2 bedrms/ 2 bathrms, 2 decks/1 patio

842 Barlclay Crescent, Morningstar Area - $159,900 Flexible 0.26 Acre building lot. Fully serviced, backs onto Morningstar Golf Course. Lot 4 Rupert Road E, Qualicum Beach a - $589,900 Subdividable acreage, excellent golf course location. Mountain views, on town water.

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Grant Wildeman

MATT BREEDLOVE

Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES)

REALTOR®

D i r e c t 250.954.9033

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

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Parksville-Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned and Operated

Family Home on 5 Acres

Unsurpassed Ocean Views

735 Kapler Road, Qualicum Beach $645,000 • 2684 Sq ft 3 Bdrms, 3 Bath • Den, Bonus Room ACREAGE • 5 Acres, Fenced & X Fenced • Hobby Farm Potential

277 Poplar Ave. Qualicum Beach $698,500 • Bright & Beautiful Don Beaton Built Rancher • 1070 Sq. Ft. of Ocean View Deck + Covered Patio • Numerous Windows, 2 Ensuites with Heated Floors • .25 of an Acre Professionally Landscaped WOW!!!

Incredible Craftsmanship

A Gardener’s Delight

348 Hall Road, Qualicum Beach $459,000 • Fabulous Gardens + Impressive Covered Patio • Quality Wood & Slate Tile Accents • Cottage Style Feel & Elegant Finishing OCEAN VIEW • Close to the Ocean in Exclusive area

½ Acre House & Shop

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

www.grantwildeman.ca

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grantwildeman@shaw.ca

1299 Sunrise Drive, French Creek $379,000 • Sprawling, almost 2000 sq. ft. rancher on crawl • 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths, family, living and formal dining room • Large .43 acre landscaped lot, detached shop and RV parking

*5% Down = $644 MONTHLY PAYMENT

206-309 Morison Ave, Parksville $139,000

130 Hamilton Ave, Parksville $369,000 • • • •

• One bedroom oceanview condo • Centrally located to all amenities • 55+ complex, no rentals and one small pet allowed

Corfield Glades 3 bdrm, 2 bath rancher on crawl Gourmet style kitchen with Island & eating bar Natural gas fire place in Family rm and separate Living rm Sunny south facing back yard and large patio

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

1688 Lailah's Loop, Qualicum $210,000 • 1876 Sq. Ft. 2 Bdrm 3 Bath Suite Potential • Coverd Deck & patio Areas • Mountain Views, Rural Setting, Easy Care • Affordable for First Time Buyers

Independently Owned & Operated

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

$319,000 GREAT VALUE

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty

895 Bouman Place, French Creek $394,900

587 Chester Road, Qualicum Beach $349,900 • 2054 Sq. Ft. 3 Bdrms, 2 Bath Rancher • Fully Fenced ½ Acre Lot in Qualicum Woods • Large Kitchen, Wood Floors • Covered Porch, Sunroom, Next to Park

Nicky Westnedge

Unlicensed Assistant

481 Harnish Avenue, Parksville $259,900 • • • •

1406 Gabriola Drive, Craig Bay $464,000

3 bedroom home in popular neighbourhood New 35 year fiberglass single roof Updated bathroom and new paint and doors throughout 10,000 sq ft fully fenced private yard

• • • •

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

KNUTSON KNUTSON KNUTSON KNUTSON . . . . NEW LISTING

3526 Hebert Road

$549,000

SOLD FULL PRICE IN 12 DAYS!

NEW PRICE

$775,000

700 Englishman River Road $959,000

6289 Island Hwy

• 3 year old quality built home on 6.04 acres.

• 2.5 acres of park like property backing on to the Englishman River

• Custom kitchen cabinets, large island, professional series appliances, • Hard wood floors, heated bathroom floors.

• 5000 sqft home w/ wood floors, large windows, beautiful brick fireplace, formal dining room over looking the pond.

• Covered patio w/overhead heater, TV in cabinet, hot tub & fire pit.

• Large deck w/ built in BBQ area and fire pit. Large shop & RV parking.

• Walk on water front with amazing views! • 3400+sqft, 4 bed, 3 bath, spacious & bright kitchen w/ new granite counters. • Wood floors, pellet stove, swim spa in large sunroom. • 3 car garage with attached 24X24 accessory building

CHARTWELL BEAUTY

1075 Sunrise Drive

$379,900

• Lovely 1868 sqft 3 bed, 3 bath home w/bonus room • Vaulted ceilings, spacious kitchen with new cabinet doors and large master bedroom with full ensuite. • Enjoy entertaining on the large back deck and let the kids play in the sunny, fully fenced yard. • Located with in walking distance to Arrowview School (Grades K-7)

COUNTRY CHARM IN TOWN

564 Belyea Place

$559,900

• Spacious living room w/crown moulding, large windows, gas fireplace, formal dining room. • Large country kitchen w/ island, lots of cupboards, pantry, master bed on the main floor w/ 5 piece ensuite • 3 bedrooms upstairs, one being large enough for a great hobby or media room. • On quiet cul-de-sac only 2 blocks from the sandy beach of Qualicum and short walk to the K-gr.7 school.

NEW HOME - HALF ACRE

3906 Creekside Drive

$479,000

• Deluxe new rancher on 1/2 acre backing on to Nile Creek & short walk to the Ocean. • Kitchen & great room open out to a beautiful private backyard with covered patio. • Cozy fireplace, sunny & bright with oversized windows, and hardwood flooring. • Third bedroom/bonus room above double car garage, fully landscaped.

ACREAGE CLOSE TO TOWN

515 Kaplar Road • • • • •

$424,900

Immaculate 3 bed, 3 bath rancher on 1.94 acres Oak cabinets, pantry, spacious living room w/ wood stove, Large master bedroom w/ full ensuite. Newly added attached double car garage w/ bonus room above. Very short drive to all amenities of Qualicum Beach and grades K-7 school.

10 STEPS TO BEACH

3142 Island Hwy

$1,100,000

• Walk through the doors of this beautiful shake sided house and immediately feel at home. • W/ lots of windows & several double french doors, this home was designed to maximize the amazing ocean views from nearly every room. • 4 bed, 4 bath, multiple large living spaces & being commercially zoned makes this home perfect for large family gatherings, a B&B or other business ideas.

Kari Knutson - Realtor® Steve Knutson - Unlicenced CALL TODAY FOR A FREE, NO OBLIGATION MARKET EVALUATION OF YOUR HOME

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SUNRISE RIDGE PARKSVILLE

T IS

QUALICUM OCEANVIEW HOME

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• Warm, spacious and stunning 1378 sqft 2 bedroom/2 bath corner unit

• Light, bright, & airy 2762 sqft 2 bedrm/3 bath w/numerous upgrades

• Luxurious 1165 sqft 2 bed w/walk-out patio BBQ, just steps to pool

• 2786 sqft 3 bed/3 bath nestled between ocean & protected wetlands

• Huge private wraparound deck w/lovely vista over lush green grounds

• Great Room w/11’ ceilings & natural gas FP, BI glass curio cabinetry

• Fully furnished, lrg eating island w/granite CTs, high-end finishing’s

• Unobstructed ocean/mtn/island views, hardwood floors, & marble FP

• Ocean & mtn glimpse, Island Kitchen w/ granite CTs, 2-sided gas FP

• Large private deck w/views overlooking green space & tranquil pond

• Path to gorgeous sandy beaches, close to Rathtrevor Provincial Pk

• Luxurious ensuite w/heated floor, Vibracoustic tub, travertine shower

• Master Suite w/luxurious en-suite & WI closet, many special features

• Lower lvl Family/Rec Room, BI wet bar, Media Room, covered patio

• Resort features outdoor pool, fitness center, playground, restaurant

• Detached studio/garage, oceanside firepit, exp aggr patio, .51 acre

UPGRADED AND LUXURIOUS

FABULOUS EXTRAS

FULL OWNERSHIP

COMPLETELY RENOVATED

$368,000

FRENCH CREEK RENOVATED

PERFECT IN PARKSVILLE

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$439,800

NANOOSE OCEANVIEW ACREAGE

$287,000

QUALICUM OCEANVIEW ESTATE

$1,400,000

• 672 sqft 2 bed on .47 acre within walking distance of Columbia Beach

• The perfect family home! 1927 sqft 4 bedroom split level on .14 acre

• Award winning design! Private 3471 sqft 3 bed estate on 3.1 acres

• Location, location! 3203 sqft 5 bed/4 bath on estate-sized .48 acre

• Potential for subdivision, $15,000 in updates: new flooring/appliances

• Open plan Living/Dining Rm w/floor-ceiling traditional brick fireplace

• Expansive floor plan, high vaulted ceiling, Family Room, wine cellar

• Spectacular views of the Georgia Strait, ocean, islands, mountains

• Immaculate & clean inside, nice deck attached for BBQ & entertaining

• Family Rm, heat pump, spacious deck, priced below assessed value

• Floor-ceiling stone feature w/gas FP, bamboo floors, Chefs Kitchen

• Attached guest quarters w/2 ensuited Bedrooms & a Family Room

• Great investment, recreational property, or rental, near amenities/golf

• Nicely landscaped, five fruit trees, fully stocked Koi pond w/30+ fish

• Triple garage, landscaped, west facing patios w/oceanview sunsets

• 2 design building plans available, lush landscaping, privacy fencing

NO PAD FEES EVER!

BRING YOUR UPDATING IDEAS!

EXQUISITE AND GRAND!

GREAT CENTRAL LOCATION!

$209,000

LUXURIOUS PARKSVILLE CONDO W

FAIRWINDS OCEANVIEW HOME

$299,900

QUALICUM OCEANFRONT ACREAGE

$1,590,000

FRENCH CREEK RANCHER

$725,000

• 1224 sqft 3 bed/3 bath, one of the largest available within the resort

• Classic finishing’s! 4100 sqft 3 bedroom on pro-landscaped .36 acre

• 1958 sqft 4 bed on 5.2 acre private bluff in an estate neighborhood

• Lovely 1958 sqft 2 bed/2 bath on a spacious, landscaped .31 acre lot

• Full ownership, comes complete with separate one bedroom lock-off

• Foyer w/marble floors/circular staircase, formal Dining Area, wet bar

• Priceless views of the Strait of Georgia; ocean, island, and mountains

• Living Room w/traditional floor-ceiling brick FP, separate Dining Room

• Gorgeous Kitchen w/granite CTs, large island, & stainless steel appls

• Living Room w/limestone gas FP, French Country Kitchen w/pro appls

• Skylighted Kitchen, Master w/WI closet, huge Rec Room, large deck

• Kitchen w/skylight, large Guest Bed (great flex space), & Family Room

• Lock off has ensuited Bedrm, Kitchenette, mini bar fridge, microwave

• Oceanview deck, Wine Cellar, Office, guest lvl w/2 Beds/5 pc ensuite

• Zoned for 2 homes, detached shop/garage, 10 min to Qualicum Beach

• Private fenced yard, garden space, detached wired workshop, RV prkg

SUNRISE RIDGE RESORT

SPECIAL FEATURES THROUGHOUT! $1,480,000

320 FT OF OCEAN FRONTAGE!

READY TO BEGIN ITS NEXT CHAPTER $289,000

$325,000

BEAUTIFUL NANOOSE HOME

QUALICUM PATIO HOME

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GATED MANOR AT OCEANSIDE

$795,000

UPDATED PARKSVILLE RANCHER E IC CE PRPRI

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• 2375 sqft 3 bedrm/3 bath West Coast style cedar home on .79 acre

• 1513 sqft 2 bed executive w/flowing floor plan & prime corner lot

• Immaculate 4386 sqft estate property on a .61 acre lot with fruit trees

• Light & bright 1254 sqft 3 bed on quiet street minutes fr the beach

• Southern exposure & gorgeous views of Nanoose Bay/Island Mtns

• Skylights, large Living Room w/dramatic ceiling vault, nat gas FP

• Spacious redesigned Kitchen w/ granite countertops & high-end appls

• Kitchen has newer fridge and stove, new dishwasher/flooring/sink

• Great Room w/propane FP, redone Kitchen, loft Master w/balcony

• Kitchen w/large eating area, Family Room, elegant Master Suite

• Self contained upper floor with Family and Dining Rooms plus a Kitchen

• Spacious Living Room w/elec FP, covered patio w/arbor, large Den

• Private forested setting, detached dbl garage, near beach/Red Gap

• Fenced backyard, pro landscaping, large exposed aggregate patio

• Large Master Suite with a balcony, clawfoot tub, massage showerstall

• .16 acre, fenced yard w/south exposure, garden shed, & fruit trees

SUNSHINE ALL DAY LONG!

MANY EXTRAS!

LUXURIOUS AND IMPRESSIVE

WALK TO FOSTER PARK

$398,800

$319,000

$759,000

$289,000

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Thursday, July 10, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News BUILDER OR INVESTOR $99,900

Les Pockett Personal Real Estate Corporation

EAGLEWOOD BEAUTY $559,900

• 1.17 acre riverfront lot • 1500 sq.Ft. Footings in place • Located in quiet area of Little Qualicum River Village

• • • •

MLS# 376571

1722 sq. Ft 2 bed/ 2 bath Great room design featuring over-height ceilings Luxurious master bedroom with 5 piece ensuite Crown mouldings, stone fireplace, maple cabinets MLS# 370630

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED $289,700

NEW LISTING $331,900

• • • •

1887 sq.ft. 3 bed/3 bath Stunning chef’s kitchen w/ Cherry cabinets South facing deck w/ mountains views Floor to ceiling 2 sided rock gas fireplace

Cell:

CUTE AS A BUTTON $199,900

E UC

(250) 927-7653

MLS# 347920

FAMILY FRIENDLY PARK $149,900

E UC

• 2 bed, 1 bath, 864 sq. ft, • Open floor plan • Detached workshop, easy walk to ocean

MLS# 375109

AVORADO RESORT $42,900

VANCOUVER ISLAND

NEW LISTING $44,900

E UC

1-800-224-5906

lespockett@telus.net For more photos and info go to:

• Extensively renovated rancher • 3 bed/ 2 bath, 1308 sq. ft. • Granite counter-tops, hardwood, new carpets

www.lespockett.com

• Fully serviced RV lot • Use of waterfront clubhouse • Short stroll to the beach

MLS# 374773

MLS# 373360

PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS $194,900

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

• 876 sq.ft. 2 bed/ 1 bath • Backs onto greenspace • Single attached garage • Light and bright rancher MLS# 373924

MLS# 377863

IN-LAW SUITE $359,900

INVESTMENT OR STARTER $211,900

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS $64,900

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned & Operated

679 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC

2013

• 5.19 acres w/ ocean views • Cleared building site • 5 GPM drilled well and power • Fully lockable 12’x12’x 24’ storage unit MLS# 361710

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

• 2165 sq.ft/ 3 bed/3 bath • .86 ac private parklike fenced yard • Beautifully finished downstairs suite • Stainless appliances, vaulted ceilings, large deck MLS# 368015

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

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1pm to 4pm

Located at 500 Corfield St. Parksville, BC PHASE 4 SOLD OUT•• PHASE PHASE III 5 -& 2 PHASE UNITS REMAINING PHASE I &1II-SOLD OUT IV NOW SELLING PHASE 6 COMING SOON

$335,000 Starting at $364,900

PLUS GST

• Beautifully finished single level patio homes.

• Oversized 2 car garage.

• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, + den.

• 1333 to 1500 sq. ft of living space.

Show Suite Designed by Patti Ransom Interior Design.

CONTACT US 1.866.956.6228 www.creeksideatcorfield.com FOR A FULL INFORMATION PACKAGE CONTACT John Cooper *PREC john@coopermclintock.ca or Sean McLintock *PREC sean@coopermclintock.ca

* Personal Real Estate Corporation

of Nanaimo 250.751.1223

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2 offices serving Oceanside... 1 professional team of realtors! Parksville @250.248.8371 or Qualicum Beach @ 250.752.3375 1.888.954.4433

1190 COURTNEY • • • •

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

$799,000

Anne Sperling

#105-1325 CAPE COD DR - THE ONYX

509-1155 RESORT DRIVE

SLOT 83 SCOTTVALE PLACE

• Value packed 1465 sf, fully furnished • 2 bdrm, 2 ensuites, 2 parking stalls • Stunning ocean views

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

• • • •

$459,000

$119,000

$319,000

Jill Tuggle

0.38 of an acre lot, quiet cul de sac Above Schooner Cove Marina Fairwinds ocean view lot Upscale neighbourhood

Aaron Nicklen*

241 - 330 DOGWOOD STREET • 2 bed, 2baths, at Shoreline • Total makeover, overlooks pond • End unit, steps to sandy beach • You will love the updates

$328,000

525 CHESTER ROAD • • • •

Qualicum Woods Westcoast renovated beauty 2146 sq ft on 3 levels with 4 beds/3 baths Gorgeous outdoor garden & deck areas Detached studio/workshop

Sue Tompkins

$449,500 John Barnum

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2300 PETERSON ROAD

2.5 acre parcel at River’s Edge Nicely sloped lot, mountain view Municipal water, proven perc for septic Rural feel, close to amenities

$268,000

Brenda Nicolls*

• • • •

234 JAMES STREET

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

$279,900

Ian Mackay

• • • •

977 HOLLYWOOD ROAD

Equestrian Ranch close to village 2,811 sqft., 4 beds, den & in-law suite Private 5 acres, fenced & cross fenced State of the art barn, riding ring

$729,000

Ian Mackay

• • • •

Close to pool, shops, in Qualicum Beach Private double lot, separate workshop Lovely character home 1,833 sqft, 4 beds, 2 baths

$349,500

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Aaron Nicklen*

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On Eaglecrest Golf Course 9th hole 1,862 sqft., 2 beds + den, 2 baths Top quality finishing throughout Easy walk to sandy beach

$589,000

D NE

875 CAVIN ROAD • .67 acre waterfront estate property • 1750 sq ft rancher, 3 bed, 2bath • Skylights, vaulted ceilings • Separate shop, stairs to the beach

$899,000

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512 EAGLEWOOD COURT

kevin clayton

SOLD

$364,900

Lorraine Petersen

1785 DUNWURKIN WAY

2 storey, main level entry home on .46 acre 1935 sqft, 4 bed/3 bath + fam room & den Private setting, mountain views, RV parking Professionally landscaped w/water feature

$285,000

Brenda Nicolls*

• • • •

#3 120 FINHOLM, PARKSVILLE

$149,900

789 MEMORIAL AVENUE

Walk to all Village amenities Chef’s kitchen, media room Courtyard with pergola & water feature Separate carriage house suite

$749,000

LIS

Jim/Margo Hoffman

SOLD

8-631 BLENKIN AVE, PARKSVILLE • • • •

Aaron Nicklen*

Immaculate 2004 built, 2 bed/2 bath patio home. Numerous upgrades, custom, built-in workspace. Natural gas heat, fireplace and BBQ. Large double garage & deep heated crawlspace

$274,900

John Milroy

52A SURFSIDE • • • •

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

$95,500

Tom Dodds

• • • •

1658 GRANITE ROAD

Custom built, 1876 sq ft rancher 2 beds, sep. den, 9’ ceilings Parklike 1/2 acre, crawlspace Sep. shop/workshop,Madrona Heights

$629,900

1988 SUN KING • Custom home on 2-1/2 acres • South exposure, fenced for horses • 3 bed, 3 bath, spectacular mountain view • Summer kitchen for those evening BBQs

kevin clayton $649,900

Dale Rumming*

202A-181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE

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

$29,900

Jill Tuggle

SOLD

#3 - 161 SHELLY ROAD

Private setting and in pristine condition 2 bed 2 bath end unit townhome at Estuary Place Walking trails and Englishmen River at your door step A hidden gem just waiting for new occupants

Aaron Nicklen*

• • • •

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

238 4TH W. AVENUE

kevin clayton

• • • •

LOT 8 DOLPHIN DRIVE

Choice corner lot, 0.29 of an acre Quiet cul de sac near marina & golf On Dolphin & Sea Otter Drive Ocean & mountain views possible

$169,000

Louise Roy

#2 - 2100 ERRINGTON ROAD • 3 bed, 2 bath • New fenced yard • Heat pump and open floor plan • You own the land

$159,900

Dale Rumming*

217 HAMILTON AVENUE

120 MILLS STREET • 1960’s, 3 bed, 2 baths • 1/2 acre, view location in town • Gorgeous new kitchen and main bath • Very private, lots of updates to see

$449,000

kevin clayton

• • • •

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

$400,000

Anne Sperling

Look for our upcoming

OPEN HOUSES on CoastRealty.com and Realtor.ca

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