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With the blame game continuing between levels of government and a deadline looming, Parksville taxpayers still don’t know how much the city will need to borrow to build a $37 million water treatment plant. Nanaimo-Alberni MP James Lunney fired back this week at comments made recently by Mayor Chris Burger. The Conservative MP said the city and the province are to blame for delays in accessing federal infrastructure funding. “The screw up has not come from the federal government,” Lunney said in an interview this week (The MP also penned a letter to the editor which appears on page 11 of today edition of The NEWS.) “They (the City of Parksville) have had six years to apply for the funds — it (the water treatment plant) would have been half built by now.” A seven-year federal-provincial agreeTalking about the old ment on infrastructure funding expired last program is a waste of time year. It was renewed this year, but Ottawa and Victoria didn’t sign a deal until May. In MP JAMES LUNNEY the past, during that seven-year program, applications for funding were available for municipalities in March. The city says those application forms, which are administered through the provincial government, still aren’t available. “That’s a red herring,” said Lunney. “Yes, there’s a gap in there, but they (the city) have had lots of time. Talking about the old program is a waste of time. It (applying for funds) has to go through the provincial route. That’s where the hold-up is, at the province.” Jason Vanstone doesn’t agree. The reeve of Miami, Manitoba has been trying to get federal infrastructure money for a new, $2.5 million library/municipal office. Miami and area is in southwest Manitoba and is primarily a farming community of about 1,700 people. Vanstone has relatives in Parksville and was asked to call The NEWS about this story by his colleague Burger. “The level of frustration is beyond comprehension,” said Vanstone. “I’m a good Conservative but they have dropped the ball here.” See STILL NO APPLICATION PROCESS, page A7

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Due to hot, dry weather (see story this page), the Nanoose Bay Peninsula Water Service Area is raising its water conservation to level three, according to a news release issued by the RDN Wednesday morning. The most notable change with the increase in restriction is the amount of time homeowners are allowed to conduct outdoor watering. “This restriction moves the length of watering time from two hours in the morning and two hours in the evening, to one hour in the morning and one hour in the evening,” states the release. Additionally, the notice prohibits homeowners in the area from washing their driveways or sidewalks, operating decorative fountains without re-circulated water and the filling of residential swimming pools, wading pools, garden ponds and/or decorative fountains. To wash a vehicle or boat, residents are required to use a hose equipped with a shutoff device. The release states water conservation level three will be in place for the Nanoose Bay Peninsula Water Service Area for the rest of the summer, or until further notice. For more information on watering restrictions visit the RDN website at www. rdn.bc.ca/cms.asp?wpID=938. If you have any questions or concerns contact the Water & Utility Services Department at 250-390-6560 or e-mail rcu@rdn.bc.ca. — NEWS Staff

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The City of Parksville is seeking applications to fill two vacancies on the Board of Variance. The function of the three member board is to hear land issue appeals based on the demonstration of “undue hardship” and is not an appeal board for local government policy decisions or decisions of elected officials. If you are interested in serving for a three year term, please apply in writing including a brief resume by August 15 to the Director of Administrative Services, 100 Jensen Avenue East, PO Box 1390, Parksville V9P 2H3. — NEWS Staff/City of Parksville news release

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Parksville Qualicum Beach set record highs this week, peaking at 32 C Monday, topping the previous record of 30 C set on that date in 1996. Sunday, July 13 also broke a 1996 record of 31 C, boasting a high of 31.5 C. Environment Canada meteorologist Allan Coldwells said Parksville Qualicum Beach was one of 15 communities in the province to set records for temperatures last week. “(These temperatures) are unusual but not unheard of,” said Coldwells. Coldwells said the area has received nine millimeters of precipitation so far this month, whereas July typically has an average total precipitation of 26 mm. “We’re definitely running below normal levels,” he said Wednesday. “We’re halfway through the month and have received less than half the normal precipitation.” Coldwells said August usually receives 34.6 mm of precipitation. Comparatively, on Sunday, Port Alberni reached a record high of 36.3 C, Whistler reached 35.7 C, Kelowna reached 37.9 C and Lytton reached 41.1 C, beating a record set in 1961 of 40 C. The all time high for Parksville Qualicum Beach is 34 C, a record set in August 1981. Coldwells said the hot spell is expected to ease

up this week with a high today (July 17) of 24 C. He said this weekend residents should expect to see “slightly below seasonal weather patterns” with a chance of showers and an average temperature of 19 C estimated for Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Donna MacPherson, Coastal Fire Centre (CFC) fire information officer, said the area is experiencing “a week of unprecedented weather for the coast.” MacPherson said up until last week the CFC had experienced “below the average number of fires.” However, with the recent spike in temperatures, the centre has nearly caught up to the average number recording 77 fires to date in the area, which includes Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, Sunshine Coast, the Gulf Islands and Haida Gwaii. MacPherson said the average number of fires up to this date in the season is 80. MacPherson said the CFC is implementing an open fire ban starting today at noon, accompanying the existing category two fire ban. She explains the new restrictions prohibit campfires, fire works, tiki torches, sky lanterns and burn barrels. “We’re outlawing all open fire,” said MacPherson. Read the full story ONLINE at www.pqbnews.com

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The contract to build the new fire hall has been awarded and some changes have been made to the previous plans. To reduce costs, a different gear storage system was identified, structural changes were made to utilize the LVL panel system, a different exhaust system was substituted, outdoor landscaping was scaled back, the fire hose tower was reduced in size slightly and siding was substituted for a more economical option, reported director of planning Luke Sales. By making these reductions the town was able to add a pumper test pit, LED lighting and paved parking. These changes were made after the two lowest bidders were issued a post-tender addendum to provide clarity on the cost-saving measures they proposed. In the end the contract was awarded to Windley Con-

tracting Ltd. of Nanaimo. The changes have reduced the price from $5,585,872 to $5,496,062. Solar panels and a solar wall were also scratched from the plans but may still be added back in pending grant funding from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. With all of the changes the fire hall will still showcase the leading edge of energy efficiency and building technology, Sales stated in his report to council. Construction will begin on the fire hall this summer and is expected to last one year. A ground-breaking ceremony will take place for the fire hall at the new location at 150 Rupert Rd. at 10:30 a.m. on July 25. Residents can stay informed on the Fire Hall project through the Town Tidings page which appeared in the last Thursday edition of the Parksville Qualicum Beach News and they can check out the Fire Hall Info Update page at www. qualicumbeach.com where videos, Q+As and more can be found.

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arksville beach was hot with talent and sunshine on the weekend as sculptors from B.C. (including Parksville), Quebec, Ontario, the United States, Mexico, the Netherlands and Latvia did some fine detailing on their sandy sculptures. The world class event is an official qualifier for the World Championship in the United States next year. Twenty-nine competitors had 24 hours over three days to create their masterpieces from sand and water in the Quality Foodsâ€™ Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition. Sculptures will be on exhibit until August 17 at Parksville Community Park. Gates are open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily with a suggested donation of $2.50. Visitors through the gate can vote for their favourite sculpture and those results will be awarded to competitors at the end of the competition. For more information see parksvillebeachfest.ca. For more competition results see page A27.

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ancouver Islanders might be rightfully accused of being a bit too smug. We talk about our region’s beauty and weather like no one else in the country enjoys nice summers. We can be smug about the fact we don’t really need to carry an ice scraper in our vehicles, and our snow shovels can collect dust for years in the garage. A drive to Edmonton and back can reveal much about the beauty of the rest of the province and Alberta, and it helps to lessen the smugness. The mountains have their own majestic charm, something which most of us Islanders are familiar. Beyond that, in the foothills and prairies of the rest of Alberta, is a beauty and bustle we should not be so quick to dismiss. Large fields of golden canola are beside other crops, and in the middle of these vast spaces one will often notice the bobbing of pumpjacks, pulling that black gold out of the ground. Never far away is a lake, filled with boats towing laughing children on tubes or water skis and lined with cabins — Albertans know how to spend their money and have fun in a relatively short summer. You can hardly swing a stick without hitting a golf course, and we’re not talking old-guy executive tracks — these courses will test the best of players. While the weather is good and there’s no shortage of recreational opportunities, it is the spirit of the people that might be Alberta’s most inviting trait. Take the City of Fort Saskatchewan, just outside Edmonton, for example. Roughly 15 years ago it was a town of about 12,000 people. It now boasts more than 22,000 (roughly the same size as the combined population of Parksville and Qualicum Beach). No longer do the people of The Fort have to travel to Edmonton to shop. For anything. With the growth has come services and shopping that allow the community to keep dollars at home. New community centres, pool, museums, theatres — it is a happening and seemingly happy place. There is not much talk of unemployment or what the government needs to do for the people. They are independent and believe in hard work. There isn’t a hint of entitlement, and it’s refreshing. We would never trade places — we enjoy and respect our little part of the world too much for that. But perhaps we should have more respect for the beauty, people and the spirit of our neighbours. — Editorial by John Harding

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Letters FEDERAL $ AVAILABLE Re: ‘Straight to the Source,’ The NEWS, July 10. Mayor Chris Burger seems determined to blame Parksville’s water problems on senior-level governments. The mayor declares he will be calling on Ottawa to deliver its share of Parksville’s $37-million water treatment project “very quickly.” To my knowledge, no federal or provincial agency has seen this $37-million plan. My office certainly hasn’t. Crying foul over not receiving any money is pointless when no application has been submitted. The directive for improved water quality standards and supply came from Vancouver Island Health Authority (now Island Health) in 2008. Municipalities across B.C. and Canada took advantage of the clean water and wastewater infrastructure renewal while mega-funds were flowing out of Ottawa. Nanaimo received $18 million in senior government funding for its new water treatment facility set to open in 2015, and a further $7.7 million in gas tax funding for its $11.2-million energy recovery facility and reservoir; Qualicum Beach received $1.1 million for renewed Berwick water storage facilities; the RDN received $6.8 million in 2007 which included upgrades to the French Creek treatment facility; and Port Alberni received $11.2 million in 2012. While communities up and down the Island were investing in proven water treatment and storage, Parksville invested time and money in a novel but uncertain technology. In December 2011 the federal government provided $1.3 million for the Aquifer Storage and Recharge (ASR) pilot project. It is not clear to me that pumping treated surface water back into the ground for storage will meet Island Health requirements that all groundwater must be treated. Parksville received a further $452,000 in federal funding for two new deep wells on Despard Avenue. Budget 2014 introduced the federal New Building Canada Plan. A 10-year commitment, it is the longest and largest infrastructure program in Canadian history. The new agreement was signed May 22, 2014 with the province and Union of British Columbia Municipalities. This agree-

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ment delivers the majority of the Gas Tax Fund directly to municipalities, including Parksville, but the water proposal, because of its size, would require an application through the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component which includes the Small Communities Fund. Contrary to some reporting, there is no further agreement waiting to be signed for this fund. The federal government has provided the province with everything it needs to allow for project intakes. Water projects are subject to provincial regulation. Parksville’s ASR component will have to meet Island Health’s requirements, and the province will vet and refer the application to the federal government for approval. Amateur theatrics, cursing the prime minister in the council chamber, letters directed to the wrong federal minister, and demands for senior governments to deliver funds from a lapsed program will not accelerate outcomes for Parksville residents concerned about future water security. All levels of government have an interest in seeing the water needs of Parksville citizens addressed. Your federal and provincial elected representatives will do whatever we can to facilitate this process. JAMES LUNNEY, MP, NANAIMO-ALBERNI Nanaimo

EDUCATION FUNDING The opportunity for a settlement in the teachers strike is gone for the summer. The sides apparently are too far apart. Weather it’s class size or pay hikes, the line from the government and its instruction for all MLAs is the same: “There’s no more money.” So, instead of investing in education, we are investing in LNG, if it happens at all, sometime in the next five or 10 years. “There’s no more money,” but we found billions for the Winter Olympics. Well, the Liberals have been in power since 2001, that’s 13 years. And in 13 years there’s still no money. If in fact this is the party made up of the “smart” business class and the NDP are the tax-and-spend party, where’s the money? Surely in 13 years, the smart folks in government would have had enough money to see that we have some smart youth coming out

of our education system to fill all those Liquid Natural Gas jobs. Perhaps the next time our MLA Michelle Stilwell is handing out the non-existent money at a local event she could “show us the money.” GERARD JANSSEN Qualicum Beach

WI-FI IS DANGEROUS Re: the letter ‘Wi-Fi Not Dangerous’ by Jeffrey Peters (The NEWS, July 1). Peters implies that non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation (EMR) is not dangerous. Not just radio waves but microwaves are used by the communications industry. Certain microwaves cook food without ionizing it, by stimulating vibration in water molecules and other compounds. Not all cellular damage is done by ionizing radiation. He implies that one light bulb is not dangerous because of the non-ionizing frequencies emitted. How about a hundred light bulbs in one room? That would be an increase in flux, or the amount of EMR, not an increase in frequency, or the energy of EMR — but it would still be uncomfortable. As more cell towers go up, as more hot spots appear in libraries, hospitals and schools, we are bathed in an increasing EMR flux. These artificial EMR sources transmit 24 hours a day and are known to interfere with the brain’s night-time melatonin production, resulting in increased susceptibility to diseases. He states that no one can detect whether or not they are in a Wi-Fi environment, and implies that this inability means that Wi-Fi isn’t harmful. Would Peters be able to detect small amounts of asbestos in his home or a small amount of DDT in his water? Both are categorized carcinogenic as is the EMR emitted by cell towers, Wi-Fi and smart meters — these findings come from the World Health Organization after considering reports from hundreds of renowned world scientists, some of them Nobel prize winners. Perhaps Peters would like to advise these scientists to “read up on an issue before rallying against it,” the same advice he offered to all of us. UWE AND HEATHER EISENHUT Qualicum Beach See MORE LETTERS, page A12

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Re: John Harding’s editorial in The NEWS, July 3. QB COUNCIL I would like to say that traffic safety in Qualicum Beach needs to be im- SURPRISED VOTERS I heartily endorse Jan Byers’ comproved immediately for all pedestriment in her letter to the editor (The ans and vehicle traffic. As a resident of Qualicum Beach, NEWS, July 3) urging the electors of just walking around you see the obvi- Qualicum Beach to speak up at meetous problem facing pedestrians and ings and at the voting booth. Her letter also mentioned “the mathat is the drastic lack of sidewalks or jority of Qualicum safe pathways. As was the case with tobacBeach councillors Only in some co, there are two kinds of were elected beparts of the town’s scientists in the world today: cause they ran on a core area are there those paid by industry and platform of change.” any sidewalks. those who are not. However, many After many years, JERRY FLYNN people, myself instill most of Qualicum Beach is full of cluded, perhaps feel open storm ditches that the pre-elecrather than sidetion debates of 2011 walks. did not accurately reflect the extent Berwick Road is used by most utili- to which this “change” would be proty trucks as the main route in and out moted. of town daily and for all pedestrians it In the past three and a half years, is a serious accident waiting to hap- the incredible and unprecedented pen. Bike lanes and sidewalks should volume of published comments on have been installed along Berwick these proposed changes seem to conRoad ages ago. firm that much of the electorate has Local officials dithering about with also been surprised. lowering or raising the speed limits in There have been comments to the town are not making pedestrians any effect that some people might have safer if the walkers have nowhere to voted differently in 2011, if they had walk but directly along the roads with known back then what they know the traffic. now. Even now there is only an old parThanks to all the publicity, we are tial sidewalk on just one side of Me- now much better informed of the posimorial Avenue that connects pedestri- tions of every Qualicum Beach council ans to the beach area from downtown member when it comes to the future Qualicum Beach. development of our town. HopefulWith many locals part of the regular ly this year’s pre-election discussions walking or cycling community, much will address this issue, and the election more is needed to make traffic safety results will reflect the wishes of a bet-

ter-informed electorate. This is how democracy works. LEONARD H. MUSTARD French Creek

WI-FI VS. LIGHT BULB DANGER For recent letter writer Jeffrey Peters to say that Wi-Fi is not dangerous tells me that he either knows nothing about this subject or he works for the industry and was directed to utter such incredible nonsense. It is not possible to compare a common electric light bulb to an electronic device containing a radio transmitter, receiver and antenna circuit that transmits continuous, low-level, pulsed, non-thermal microwave radiation. As was the case with tobacco, there are two kinds of scientists in the world today: those paid by industry and those who are not. Only industry-paid scientists would dare say that any of today’s wireless technologies are safe. Honest, non-industry funded scientists have been saying otherwise for more than 50 years. Moreover, honest scientists say that there is no such thing as a safe level of radiation, regardless of how weak the signal. Back to Peters: he should know that an electric light bulb emits only light and heat. And, like all electrical gadgets and appliances, the wiring attached to the light bulb will have an electrical field when turned off, and both an electrical and magnetic field when turned on. See www.bioInitiative.org for honest science. JERRY FLYNN Bowser

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he summer I was twelve I was still awaiting my growth spurt. Dad was 6’1 ft and my brother Jay was an inch taller, but I was all of 5’0 ft. Mind you, none of that would have mattered if my feet hadn’t already grown to gargantuan proportions. In fact, I looked very much like a young German shepherd pup with paws and ears totally out of proportion to my size. I really wasn’t aware of my comic appearance until that summer, when dad bought a speed boat. My brother and I were really excited because he promised to take us water skiing. Early in July we went down to Canadian Tire and dad headed straight for the cheapest skis and tow rope he could find. The man explained how to attach the rope to the boat then suggested buying two pairs of skis — one for each boy. Dad, not easily parted from his money, replied: “No. Just one boy will need the skis. The youngest can use his feet.”

There was warm-hearted laughter in the sporting goods department. Dad, on a roll, added: “Yes, we’re wondering which will win, his age or his shoe size. When he was nine he wore a size eight, now he’s twelve and he has a size thirteen. I hate to think how big they’ll be when we he turns twenty-one!” This, of course, led to an- By Ray Smit other crescendo of laughter. Unable to resist, he added conspiratorially: “His feet get into a room five minutes before he does.” That weekend we hit the lake and Jay got the first turn with the new water skis. In a few seconds he was up and skiing like an old pro. If he’d been wearing a leather jacket, he’d have looked just like the Fonz ready to jump the shark — Jay was the ultimate in cool. Then it was my turn. I was confident I could be just as impressive. Dad explained how to put on my skis. Un-

fortunately, they didn’t seem to fit. Yes folks, my enormous feet were too big for the toe straps. After much struggle, I did finally get them on — although I was sure that they were cutting off my circulation. Finally, we were ready. Dad yelled: “Don’t forget to let go of the rope!” That seemed an odd instruction. But when he hit it, I let go. Exasperated, Dad circled back: “No, you only let go of the rope if you’re falling!” We tried it again and up I went ... and then down I went. Only this time I completely forgot about the rope. It’s amazing how fast the water rushes by when you’re going face first. The rest of the fiasco is mercifully lost in antiquity. The skis ended up in the shed and I soon turned my focus to fishing. Mind you, it wasn’t just my dad who noticed my big feet. My friends weren’t above making fun of them

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The Qualicum Beach museum is asking members of the public to scour their belongings for artifacts, archival photos or memorabilia relating to the impact created by the arrival of the Qualicum Beach train station. The historical findings will help the museum further develop its exhibit for the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the train station on Aug. 23. The event also marks 30 years for the museum. There will be a heritage theme at the event and the museum will have a small exhibit set up at the station and a larger one on its grounds across the street. The museum will focus on the train station’s impact on the community; on business and tourism following its arrival. The late daughter of one of the first train masters at the

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Ford parties on with fun new Fiesta additional cupholder in TORONTO: It’s a lovely the rear! day on the backcountry Complete with a new roads of suburban Ontarinterior and exterior look, io, just west of Toronto, the Fiesta certainly adds chosen to show off this life to the party. ‘special’ version of the It exudes pep and still popular Ford Fiesta. has a lively personality. It’s an enjoyable Whether you That can be attributed to drive through a pretty just drive it around a 5-speed manual translandscape, dotted with quaint farms, moving the city or beyond, mission. With the 5-speed manual, the gear throws along at a decent speed. the Fiesta one-litre felt a little long, but then Easy to forget the Fiesta is a sturdy road again, we’re not talking is powered by Ford’s about the ST, its the smallest engine, the 1.0L companion with Fiesta’s performance-oriEcoBoost. impressive fuel ented sibling. With three-cylinders, an economy. Noteworthy: the cabin output of 123 horses Alexandra Straub stays serene even at and peak torque of 125 highway speeds; when lb-ft., it’s not something you’re cruising in fifth. to scoff at. Furthermore, Keeping unwanted noise out of the there’s an overboost feature that will car’s interior is always high on the give you access to 148 lb-ft of torque priority list for subcompacts. for up to 15 seconds. Furthermore, Ford It has a roomy trunk, accommodating touts it as having the best highway up to 422L behind the second row in fuel economy in its class. It uses an the hatchback. estimated 4.3L/100km on the highway Of the two body styles offered – there’s and 6.2L/100km in the city. a sedan or 5-door – I fancy the hatchAlong with this new engine, there are back. I also think its styling has a little also a few tweaks for the 2014 model more flare. year. As for handling, we had the chance to You’ll find new headlamps with put it through an autocross-style track chrome accents, a new decklid and tail to demonstrate its abilities in tighter, lamps. Inside, there are new steering higher speed turns. While many people wheel controls, a new door design, probably won’t drive the Fiesta like a new cluster design and additional this – even though it’s quite fun – it chrome accents on the door handles can handle its share of bends without and throughout. Not to mention the

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gine has a $1,295 premium. What that gives you is the extra bit of power and the fuel economy savings. This engine can only be outfitted on the SE trim, which has a starting MSRP of $14,866. However, it’s available on both the sedan and hatchback models. Overall, the Ford Fiesta 1.0L has its benefits. A snappy engine, a great look and a comfortable ride quality. Whether you just drive it around the city or beyond, the Fiesta one-litre is a sturdy road companion with impressive fuel economy. Visit www.ford.ca for more information. Alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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Formula 1 has never been closer to your driveway

Hong Kong-based Infiniti has made a very shrewd move in tying itself to the F1 team and particularly the reigning F1 champion Sebastian Vettel. The German racer is the marque’s Director of Performance. His association goes far beyond the typical celebrity endorsement, for he takes on a literal hands-on-the-wheel approach to his role. Last year, I drove with Vettel on the Paul Ricard circuit in the south of France. He talked enthusiastically about how he hoped to influence future Infiniti design and performance. At trackside, Infiniti personnel were impressed with his ability to tell them what changes they needed to make to its set up after only a couple of laps of the track. He has played a significant role in the development of the compact Q30, which should surface later next year. He has already left his mark on the all-new Infiniti Q50 sport sedan and sports car enthusiasts pray a high-powered ‘Eau Rouge’ version of the car will hit the production line. Now if I were a betting man I would say confirmation of production might be soon. Yours truly, will join the team again next month at the Belgian Grand Prix, at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps . . . . location of the famous ‘Eau Rouge’ corner. We will drive Q50s from the south of England, through the Euro Tunnel and on to Spa. Immediately prior to the race weekend, yours truly will join international journalists in a behind-the-scenes visit to the team’s UK base in Milton Keynes. There we will learn something about the fast track work they carry out on the F1 cars. I suspect we will get a peek in what is in store for that car on your driveway and you will read about it here. keith.morgan@ drivewaybc.ca

Even if you squint while looking at the Hybrid gas-electric car on your driveway, you likely have a hard time imagining it is anything like an F1 racecar. However, the new advanced hybrid technology at play in this 2014 season means that Formula 1 has never been closer to your driveway. Keith Morgan The car power units are 1600cc turbocharged V6 engines with direct fuel injection. They have to complete each race with 35 percent less fuel, with a maximum fuel load of 100kg (not litres) and the fuel flow is restricted to 100 kg/hour. That would mean your favourite driver would bow out half way through without further engineering help. In addition, the power units have two electric motors, one linked directly to the turbocharger, the other working in the same way that the Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems (KERS) used to do. The result is a combined maximum power output of around 760bhp, which is similar to the output of the V8 cars of last year. It is a certainty that the rapid-fire experimentation that is going on in F1 will result in improvements to our everyday cars. That’s the beauty of this highly competitive sport that is so geared to winning. Changes come faster because there’s no chance to undertake testing that takes an age under normal testing. Last year, when I visited the Monaco Grand Prix as a guest of the Infiniti-Red Bull F1 race team, I chatted to Infiniti engineers who marvelled at the pace of improvement. Said one Infiniti engineer: “They do things so much more quickly than we can do under normal development processes because they have to. And the changes they make are so thoroughly tested on the track. It points two ways: sometimes what they do shows us the way to go but also the way not to go!”

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Good looking, high performer tops the price list too When the Porsche Cayenne was introduced, I questioned why the iconic sports car maker would build a grocery-getting SUV. Boy was I ever wrong. Porsche was not only successful introduced the Cayenne, it went into become its best-selling vehicle and – wait for it – I even bought one! So, with the latest introduction of a smaller SUV called Macan, there is less fanfare around the fact that it actually exists and more excitement about how it performs. The bigger question is with so many small luxury SUVs entering the market, is the Macan worth the $54,300 to get a base model or $82,200 for the turbo? Looks The Macan uses same platform as the Audi Q5, a Volkswagen Group sibling, but features an entirely different body shell and engine options. The most striking design element is the wide hood that folds over the side of the front fenders, making a seamless, wide stance that is impressive. The hood actu-

limiting. The Cayenne is a perfect ally has cutouts for the headlamps family choice, the Macan I believe is and weighs only 17kg. “Side Blades” suited for a single person or active decorate the lower body of the Maprofessional couple. Not to say it can and can be ordered in black, a couldn’t be use for family duty, it just matching body colour or carbon fibre. wouldn’t be my choice. The back end of the Macan is parDrive ticularly sleek and tidy, the taillights wrap around from the side and into The launch of the Macan in CaliI love the way the fornia provided a route that carved the tailgate with precession. It’s the lack of a trunk release that makes the Macan looks, the through the mountains outside of design so pleasing. Instead, a small Los Angeles on the way to Willow interior is wonderful Springs racetrack. Porsche always button on the base of the windshield wiper that electronically releases the and the handling can holds its events at a racecourse, power tailgate. Below the tailgate be very sporty if the proof that they believe they have four exhaust tips tell passersby that something in this new SUV. There buyer chooses. this is a powerful machine. might be some confusion surroundInside ing the naming of this car. Both the Zack Spencer What the Macan has over the Q5 Macan S and Macan Turbo both is a level of interior refinement that is almost un- come fitted with a V6 turbo. The base model is a matched in the car business. It’s finished with fine 3.0L V6 with 340hp. The “Turbo” gets a larger 3.6L leather and a simple design that V6 with a higher output turbocharger and is ratmakes interacting with his SUV a ed at 400hp. The base model would be my choice. joy. There are several drawbacks Driving in back country roads the power was fanthough. The cargo area is long but tastic and the additional money could be spent upthe rake of the rear window limits grading the suspension from the base steel springs taking larger objects inside the car. to steel with Porsche Active Suspension ManageThe back seat I find too small for a ment (PASM) that allows the driver to set the firmfamily of four people. Since I own a ness of the ride. This upgrade was noticeable on Cayenne, I have a great perspective the track. The turbo comes standard with this setup on the amount of room this Macan but the added power and expense was only really offers. Legroom is obviously tighter, noticeable when the Macan was pushed very hard headroom is just okay, it is the lack around the racetrack. For regular commuting the S of space side-to-side that I find is just fine.

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Verdict I love the way the Macan looks, the interior is wonderful and the handling can be very sporty if the buyer chooses. Here is the issue; the Macan can get very expensive in a hurry. All of the cars I drove in California were over $100,000 with features like PASM, additional air suspension and sport-chrono settings for the 7-speed duel clutch automatic. When I configure a base S with the features I would want like navigation, PASM, front and rear parking sensors, bigger wheels, Bose stereo and a few other odds and ends, comes to almost $75,000, never mind the $82,200 starting price of the turbo. Having recently driven the spectacular Audi SQ5, from which this car is based, that 354hp rocket is a bargain at $60,000, almost fully equipped. I like the Macan, and they will sell every one to people who want to have the latest, but I think the pricing structure is a bit over the top. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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Surviving a backwoods breakdown

If you choose to go off alone, give yourself an out, do not go further than you can walk out and find help or shelter before dark. Ian Harwood

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Your off road fun can be seriously soured by a backwoods breakdown. Before you head out, give some serious thought about what you would do if a major breakdown occurred. Ask yourself if you could deal with it on a little used trail with no one else around. Firstly, you should never go it alone on a remote, seldom used trail. This is a good reason why 4X4 clubs are popular. (www.bc4x4. com) Even if you do not join a club, trail ride events are scheduled most times of the year and everywhere in the province. There is security here, with all kinds of help if you have any problems. It is also the best way to gain off highway experience. If you choose to go off alone, give yourself an out, do not go further than you can walk out and find help or shelter before dark. Carry food and water enough in case you have to spend the night with a broken down vehicle. Be prepared for an accident with first aid sup-

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drive vehicle and you can most often get home with the front or rear drive disconnected. You will need to remove the drive shaft with the broken U-joint so that further damage is not done, then drive out in two-wheel drive. If this is a front axle steering knuckle U-joint, the half shaft will need to be removed and a rag stuffed into the end of the open axle housing. Print the following comprehensive list and post it on the fridge door! ian.harwood @drivewaybc.ca

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Breakdown Essentials

1. Tool kit 2. Electrical repair kit (test light, wire, an assortment of wire terminals and wire terminal pliers.) 3. Jumper cables 4. Air compressor and hose. 5. Bailing wire 6. Latex gloves (these are great if you have to mess with a greasy U-joint and don’t have a good way to clean your hands along the trail.) 7.8’ X 10’ tarp (This is so much better to lay on

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14. Cargo boxes that you can put all this stuff into 15. Hold down straps to secure the cargo boxes 16. Leather gloves (for handling hot parts and winch cables) 17. Coveralls (it is nice to be clean after the repairs are made) 18. Any special tools that are vehicle specific. 19. Any parts that seem to break often on your vehicle 20. Jack 21. Tow strap

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The much-maligned fleet car Chevrolet Impala is the “I don’t get no respect!” sedan of the auto world, if I may quote the late Rodney Dangerfield. The Impala I rented in Hawaii early this year was confirmation of the beating, while on the job, that a car like this has to endure. Yet, you have to respect the sturdiness and competence that a car like this must possess. Body scars left by a multitude of indifferent drivers were visible evidence of the abuse. Although basic on the inside, the Impala turned out to be surprisingly comfortable and the biggest surprise of all was its performance. Impala offers good power, a quiet passenger cabin and a comfortable ride, which helped make the overall driving experience a pleasant one. Chevrolet first introduced an Impala way back in 1958 and at one time, it was the best-selling car in America. The last time I had driven an Impala was in 2009. Chevrolet had given it a new flex-fuel E85 engine upgrade, so that it can accept up to 85 per cent ethanol content in its fuel. While an Impala is unlikely to be on your “dream drive” list, if you’re simply looking for an inexpensive, reliable and roomy, near-new sedan, then add it to Bob McHugh your used car drive list. In 2010, even the base LS trim came with air conditioning, power mirrors, walnut burl (imitation) interior accent trim, cruise control, a tilt steering wheel, power windows and power locks with keyless entry and automatic headlamps. Our Hawaii rental was an LT trim which added 16inch alloy wheels, a leather-wrapped wheel with audio controls, CD/MP3 stereo and a remote starter. The topline LTZ adds 18-inch alloy wheels, fog lamps, heated

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Oceanside’s Cops for Cancer, RCMP constables Jordan Reid and George Minshull, are training hard these days as they prepare for the 1,100 km cycle down the Island. The pair is doing three training rides a week with the largest north Island team ever, with 11 out of the 24 law enforcement, media and guest rider from the entire Island. “Training is going well,” Minshull said. The team does long rides Sunday, hill work Tuesdays and speed rides Thursdays, gearing up for the 100-plus km days they will do on the Tour de Rock in September. Aside from their full time jobs and rigorous training schedules, the riders are busy at local events and canvassing for donations and support for the huge annual ride — of which Black Press is a major sponsor — which has raised more than $20 million for pediatric cancer since 1998. The team is heading to Camp Goodtimes in Maple Ridge today (July 17), one of the ride’s major benefactors, where children with cancer get to have a normal summer camp experience. Minshull and Reid have stressed that the en-

tire effort is about the kids and they expect this visit to be a highlight for them. Scheduled so far, the riders will take part in the Street Dance on Craig Street in front of Pacific Brimm in Parksville on July 31. In conjunction with the Extreme Eatz food truck, local band Exit 51 will play and there will be other activities from 6-10 p.m. There is a beer and burger fundraiser at Thalassa Restaurant at the Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club Aug. 8. There will be silent and live auctions, a putting contest, draws and a live piano performance by Brodie Dawson. Doors open at 6, dinner is at 7, and the music starts at 8. Tickets are $30 with only 120 available. The team will also participate in the 15th annual Bike For Your Life ride Aug. 10 (bikeforyourlife.org) when more than 300 riders are expected to take part in five different length rides starting at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre. Keep an eye out for the local riders training or at events in the community. They are selling 2,000 raffle tickets for a TT-R230 Yamaha dirt bike and custom trailer. Tickets are $10, available at the Oceanside RCMP detachment, with all proceeds going to the tour and thus the Canadian Cancer Society. The draw will be Aug. 30 at Spunky’s Motorcycle Shop. The Tour de Rock runs Sep. 20 to Oct. 3, stopping in Oceanside Sep. 25-26. Visit www. tourderock.ca for more information.

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Sand Sculpting winners sic Box Dancer; Fourth Place went to Delayne Corbett from Vancouver, B.C. for Flamenco and Peter Vogelar, from Winlaw, B.C., took fifth place for Sax in the City. Doubles Results: First place went to Melineige and Guy Beauregard (father and daughter team) from Quebec for Fly Me to the Moon; Second Place went to Arianne van Rosmalen and Marielle Heessels from the Netherlands for Breaking Through; Third place was secured by Marianne van den Broek and Chris Guinto from Key West, Florida for On a Finale Note. View the sculptures until August 17 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily and vote for your favourite. —News Staff/ Submitted by Beach Fest Society

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April 8, 1935 â€“ July 3, 2014 Ingrid passed away quietly at Arrowsmith Lodge in Parksville, BC. Predeceased by her brother, Gordon, she is survived by husband of 59 years, Thomas: sister, Ann Scott of Calgary; daughter, Maureen of Calgary; son, Wesley of Port Alberni; grandson, Richard and granddaughter, Jessica both of Port Alberni; grandson Shane and granddaughter Sherri both of Chilliwack; and 6 great grandsons. Ingrid was an accomplished horsewoman, who always rode a good one. A founding member of the CGRA (Canadian Girls Rodeo Association) and the CGBRA (Canadian Girls Barrel Racing Association) in Canada, she was instrumental in getting Barrel Racing acknowledged by the Pro Rodeo circuit, and for forging a competitive liaison with the Pro Rodeo Association in the USA. A barrel racer for years, and later a steer roper, Ingrid was always competitive and honest. There will be no funeral service by request. The family extends special thanks to the staff at Arrowsmith Lodge for care and attention Ingrid received during her stay with them and to Yates Funeral Services. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

James Arnold FOGLIETTA January 28, 1942 â€“ July 5, 2014

The family is deeply saddened to announce that Jim passed away at Nanaimo General Hospital at 6:30 am on Saturday, July 5, 2014 with his wife Pauline at his side, after a 3 year battle with leukemia. He was 72 years of age. Jim was born and raised in Nanaimo and in his earlier years worked at Harmacâ€™s No. 3 Woodroom. In 1973, he moved with his family to Kitimat to pursue a career in Industrial Relations at Eurocan Pulp & Paper. Jim joined Canadian Forest Products, Howe Sound Pulp Division on the Sunshine Coast in 1976, becoming Manager of Human Resources. Jim and Pauline returned to Vancouver Island in 2008 taking up residence in Parksville, BC. Jimâ€™s laughter and entertaining, funny stories will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He leaves behind his loving wife of 50 years, Pauline; daughter, Kelly; son, Jim Jr. (Naomi). A Celebration of Life will be held in Jimâ€™s honour at 2:00 pm on Saturday, July 26, 2014 at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Road, Parksville, BC. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Jimâ€™s memory to the BC/Yukon Branch of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada, 1682 West 7th Avenue, Suite #310, Vancouver, BC V6J 4S6. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

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With great sadness we announce the passing of Roy Ashcroft in July 2014, after a short battle with heart disease. Although born in England, Roy emigrated to Canada in 1956 where he met his wife Elizabeth, also from England. Roy had a full life of various careers utilizing his skill as an engineer. He enjoyed his years of music, singing in various church choirs, with the Vancouver Bach Choir, singing at Eagle Park and teaching an opera course at the local college. An avid soccer fan, he was able to enjoy the World Cup event of 2014. He leaves behind his wife of 55 years, Elizabeth, 4 children Lyn, Allan (Trish), Judy (Al) and William. Six grandchildren, Ashleigh (great grandchild Danyka), Courtenay, Kevin, Cody, Alexei and Jordi. He will be greatly missed by both family and friends. Services will be held at St. Markâ€™s Church on Sunday, July 20, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. Tea to follow.

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MIKE JIGGINS He was brave and bold and sharp as a tack. He was gentle and kind and loved a good laugh. Michael Frederick Jiggins was born September 9, 1933 and he died July 10, 2014 at the age of 80, surrounded by family.Â Mike was a King Scout in England at age 18 and soon became a certified Master Joiner. He married his best friend Joan on August 29, 1953 and the two sailed from England to Ellis Island, New York. They traveled by train to Montreal and then Calgary where they settled. Chris, Susan and Kim were born in that city and the family was joined by Mikeâ€™s parents Fred and Mabel from England. They moved to the Kootenays to purchase and operate the Skookum Inn in Windermere before moving the family to Victoria in 1960. The family expanded to include Angie and Pat. Mike worked with Cubbonâ€™s and Domanâ€™s before establishing his own venture, Shawnigan Building Supplies, with a store in Victoria and in Sooke. He became the President of the B.C. Building Supply Dealers Association and the President of Canadian Building Supply Dealers Association. The family moved to Parksville in 1972. There, Mike expanded the French Creek Resort, which they renamed Camelot. He later took over and greatly expanded Arranglen Lodge Long Term Care Facility in North Qualicum and became the President of the B.C. Association of Private Care. Mike was always interested in politics and became an area director at the Regional District of Nanaimo and was also the board chair. He designed and built Paradise Sea Side Resort in Parksville and also designed and built Arrowsmith Golf & Country Club in North Qualicum. Mike and Joan employed a few thousand people in the 60 years they have been in business, receiving many community awards and accolades along the way.

Every one of their five children, their spouses and many of their grandchildren have worked with Mike and Joan in realizing their dreams. Those dreams became their own and they have raised their own families in the midst of it, and the legacy of building families and building businesses has endured. Mike celebrated 60 years of marriage to the love of his life Joan last August 29. Mike will be missed dearly by his wife and children: Chris; Susan and her husband Joseph; Kim and his wife Kelly; Angie; Pat and his wife Trina. His many grandchildren, who he encouraged greatly and who he gave many handfuls of smarties over the years, will always cherish the time they had with Grandad. He will also be missed by many others who considered him to be their Dad or their Grandad. GG also had a plethora of great-grandchildren who he greatly cherished. Mikeâ€™s sparkling blue eyes lit up every time he greeted family at gatherings and his winning smile was contagious. His favourite film was Student Prince, his most treasured vocalist was Mario Lanza, and his hero, Winston Churchill. He loved war history books, British comedies, Hermannâ€™s Dark Lager and he was very fond of all his dogs, including Lacy the Pom, which he leaves behind, as well as Magnolia the Jack Russell. He was an avid golfer and was also a world croquet champion, a title he took with his son Kim, in a sport he enjoyed with many family and friends. Our thanks and appreciation to the doctors and nurses of NRGH and RJH for all their care and attention in Mikeâ€™s last days.

A Celebration of Life is to be held at Arrowsmith Golf & Country Club on Friday, July 25 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please honour Mikeâ€™s memory with a donation to the B.C. Cancer Foundation.

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Now recruiting for Full & part time positions. We are looking for: mature, friendly, motivated, responsible team players who enjoy working with people. We offer: â€˘ ďŹ‚exible hours â€˘ free employee meals Please apply in person at either Parksville location Previous applicants are welcome to re-apply.

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Charlotte Bernice Brooks February 14, 1928 â€“ July 3, 2014

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Charlotte, after a one year battle with cancer. She was predeceased by her husband, Read. Charlotte is survived by son, Bill (Sophie); daughters, Beverly (Dietmar), and Dyann (Dan). She is also survived by her grandchildren Jennel (Graeme), Ehren (Lisa), Lisa (Blair), and Aidan; as well as great grandchildren Mason, Kai, Finlay, Ava, Mya, and Charlotte. A Celebration of Life will be held in Charlotteâ€™s honour at 2:00 pm on Friday, July 18th at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Road in Parksville. In lieu of flowers, please consider honouring Charlotteâ€™s memory by making a donation to Oceanside Hospice Society, 201 Crescent Road West, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1J9 or The Canadian Cancer Society, Unit E, 777 Poplar Street, Nanaimo, BC V9S 2H7. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

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GLENYS HANSON

Glenys was an extraordinary woman whose life was marked by love and kindness, deeply held values, and practical sense and resilience. She was a person of enormous compassion and empathy, with an uncompromising personal commitment to offering comfort, solace, or just a sympathetic ear to those she thought she could help, in large ways and small. Glenys graduated from the University of Regina, where she met and married Stanley Hanson, with whom she shared a lengthy, loving and devoted marriage. Together, they built a happy and rich life in Saskatoon for themselves and for their children, who in turn adored and cherished their parents, benefitting from their ever-present love, support and counsel. Glenysâ€™ commitment to her family, which was absolute, was complemented by a rich and fulfilling career, which saw her accept positions of increasingly large responsibility, reflecting her skills, talents and ceaseless desire to learn new things. Glenys was pre-deceased by her parents, Lawrence Fogg and Gwendolyn Hall (nee Davies) and by her loving husband of 36 years, Stanley. She is survived by her loving children and grandchildren: son Lawrence Hanson, daughter-in-law, Catherine Howlett, their children, Gwendolyn and William Hanson; her daughter, Melanie Hanson and son-in-law Douglas Patterson. James Scopick, her second husband, brought great love, joy and happiness to Glenysâ€™ life, and he is joined in his grief by his sons Anthony and Frederick, their spouses Karin and Leslee, his son Jaimin and by his grandson, Jesse. Glenys is also survived by her brother, Larry, his wife Lynda, their son Jonathan, his wife, Lynn, and their children, Hannah and Piper. The Lalonde family, Andre and Sandra, their daughter Megan, husband Michael and children Grace, Alex and Lauren, and Andre and Sandraâ€™s daughter Meika and her husband Jamie, were part of Glenysâ€™ family in all the ways that matter. Those wishing to send a message of condolence may send to First Memorial Funeral Services in Nanaimo, British Columbia at Firstmemorialfuneral.com or First Memorial Funeral Services 1720 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, B.C. V9S 1G9 or on the legacy.com website. A celebration of Glenysâ€™ life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

RENTALS

MEDICAL HEALTH

DRYWALL

GARDENING

HOME REPAIRS

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

MODULAR HOMES

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

DRYWALL PAINTING Retextured ceilings. Call a pro, small jobs OK. 250-954-1859.

EXPERIENCED CARPENTER & painter. NO GST!! Call George 250-594-4407

COOMBS COUNTRY FARM U-pick raspberries only! Prepicked Strawberries, Raspberries. Blueberries available in July. 2062 Alberni Hwy, Coombs (1 mile before Coombs Market). Open: 7:30am-3:30pm, Daily. Call us 250-248-7698, 250-739-2800. coombscountryfarms@shaw.ca

QUALICUM- COZY, clean 2bdrm suite in SxS duplex, minutes from Qualicum Beach. Country setting, N/P. $750/mo. utils not incld. July 1st. Call (250)752-6098, (250)954-8847

2 BDRM modular home 2mins from Qualicum Beach. Avail Aug 1. 235 Parker Road. $850. Call 250-752-6098 or 250-954-8847.

KIMâ€™S PROFESSIONAL Mobile foot care nurse. Serving Nanaimo to Qualicum Beach. (250)752-7554, (250)741-6970

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CLEANING SERVICES

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

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

GARDENING ABLE STUDENT garden services & labourer, experienced, reliable, hardworking. Refâ€™s avail. Bradley 250-927-0072

ALL CLEAN House Cleaners. Exp. Reliable & Insured. Please Call: 250-668-4642 or email: info@allclean4you.ca

ASTONISHING PAINTING CO. Residential/Commercial/Repainting. 25 yrs. experience. Call Mike 250-248-8569

SANDICLEAN Services are looking for clients in this area. Call 250-248-3321

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

COMPUTER SERVICES BUYDENS Computer Services

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

Including Gardening, Irrigation; Tree Removal; Hardscapes; Painting, etc

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

Offering PC Repair and Personal Tutoring From Nanoose to Deep Bay

REPAIRS

Call Kevin 250-240-7372

SMALL ENGINE REPAIRMarine, lawn mowers, weed eaters, pumps, welding. Good rates. Can pick-up and deliver. Call (250)752-2938.

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

PETS

The Sharp Design Landscaping Group- Call 250.248.3835

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

LESSONS/TRAINING

OCEANSIDE Lawn & Garden. Yard clean-up, mowing, hedges, sprinkler adjustments, gutter clean-outs. (250)240-1116. Pat Meyerâ€™s NATURE BY DESIGN- Lawn care & Landscaping Services. â€œNever more than a quoteâ€? 250-240-2680

OBEDIENCE classes in Nanoose for dogs 6 months and up. Next 8 week course begins first week of August. Full details at www.trainingwithjayne.weebly.com or phone 250.821.1983

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

Scott @ 250-821-1994.

PETS HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

JOB OPPORTUNITY Store Manager

Buckerfields, Parksville, B.C. Buckerfields Ltd. is seeking to hire a Store Manager to take responsibility for the Buckerfields Country Store located at 587 Alberni Highway, Parksville, BC V9P 1J9. Job Qualifications and Requirements: 1. Minimum three (3) years retail store management/ customer service experience 2. Proven ability to work as a team member to produce budgetary results. 3. Excellent human resource management capabilities 4. Hands on experience with computerized POS systems 5. Strong capabilities with MS Excel, Outdoor, Internet Explorer, Word. 6. Knowledge of feed, farm supply, pet food, pet accessories or garden centre rpdocuts is desirable. References: Candidates are asked to provide two contactable references. Compensation: An attractive compensation, benefits and bonus package is available. Candidates wishing to apply or obtain more information should submit their resume in confidence to: Barb Gent Buckerfields Parksville 587 Alberni Highway, British Columbia V1E 1T4 Tel: 1-250-248-3243 Barb.gent@bucerfields.org

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

HOMES WANTED for Feral cats with shelter food and water. Cats have been spayed, vaccinated and vet check. No cost to the new owners. For more info (250)752-8384.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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APPLIANCES

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

BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES

HAULING AND SALVAGE

UNDER $200

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

GALOWAY GOLF clubs+ bag, $120. 3 pairs golf shoes, size 12, best offer. Call (250)7578843.

HAUL AWAY JUNK; big or small loads, garden and construction waste, garage cleanout. Call 250-240-1116.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS FIXIT HOME IMPROVEMENTS Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Full Home Restorations. General Contractor, Valmond Pelletier 1(250)731-7734

FUEL/FIREWOOD COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).

HOMES FOR RENT MOBILE HOMES & PADS MOBILE HOME for rent in Coombs, woodstove. All updated. Avail. Immed. Long term. $525. (250)954-1355.

12 MINS north of Qualicum Beach, 1600 sq ft rancher for lease or rent 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 7 appls, NS/NP no drugs. Avail now. View today. $1300 + utils. Call 250-756-6713.

FURNITURE DOWNSIZING BEAUTIFUL Dining room set. Call 250-2487771 or 250-752-9548. PILLOW TOP QN: Mattress Set, New-Need gone $200. Ph 250-713-9680 TWIN BEDS (2) will separate, boxspring, mattress, frame, headboard, cotton/flannel sheets, mattress pads, quilts, duvet covers no stains, rips or bed bugs. Great condition. $200 ea. Cash only. Call 250954-1720.

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

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

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GARAGE SALES

ANNUAL SCHOONER BAY MANOR Seniorâ€™s Park- July 19, 9-1pm. Sales all through the park, look for balloons, 2465 Apollo Drive, Nanoose Bay (close to the Red Gap Centre).

PARKSVILLE: 58 Jenkins Plc., Sat., July 19, 8-2pm. Double bed, frame, chairs, hutch, misc. household, etc...

REAL ESTATE

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.

BUSINESSES FOR SALE

Craig Bay, Parksville-1236 Gabriola Dr. Fri July 18 (10-3) Mens & ladies clothing & more

Yard Maintenance Business. 24 years in P.Q. and well established. Start earning immediately. 250-954-4213

Errington-1874 Errington Rd. Sat & Sun (10-4) Moving Sale. Lots of tools, furniture, etc. Gate will be closed until 10am.

LOTS

French Creek-1479 Sunrise Dr. Sat (8-2) Multi-family. Wine making equip, furniture,& tools

2.5 ACRE LOTS, LUMBY, BC Mabel Estates 5 mins from town, pristine lush views. Designed and ready to build. Wells & power at lot. Starting, $139,000, $50,000 below assessed value. 250-317-2807. QUALICUM BEACH corner of 4th & Beach, 4 blocks from shops. 56â€™ x 120â€™. $249,900. Call 250-248-3809.

FRENCH CREEK 588 Castle Way. July 19 (8:30-?). Sofa, kids toys & clothing to adult clothing, plus household items. HUGE Moving Sale July 19 & 20, 8am-2pm, 1025 Cinnamon Sedge Way Parksville/Nanoose Nanoose-1432 Marina Wy. Sat (8-3) Moving Sale! Furniture, household goods & more!

Parksville-862 Wright Rd. Sat (8-12:30)Outdoor stuff,generator, household & more! PARKSVILLE CRAIG Bay Neighbourhood garage sale, 10 households. July 19 (8:3012). One day only. PARKSVILLE- ESTATE Sale#16-450 Stanford Ave- Sat, July 19, 9-1pm. Oak furniture, dressers, Parkland scooter, tribike 3-wheeled, household items. PARKSVILLE- PARTIAL Estate Garage sale, in the house, from Temple Store on Bay, follow signs to 337 Willow St. Fri., Sat., Sun., (9-3) July and August. Ladies clothing & Honda CRX. QUALICUM - 151 West Sunningdale July 19, 12-4pm & July 20, 9-12. Sale of semiprecious stones, agates, jade, jasper and much more! QUALICUM: 525 Sycamore Dr Sat., July 19, 8:30am-1pm. Moving sale; patio set, BBQ, home, garden decor, sports items and much more!

Sales & Service.

RENTALS

Nanoose-1471 The Outrigger Rd.Sat (7:30-3) Tools, household, plants & more.

QUALICUM- 536 Dogwood Rd, Sun, July 20, 9-3pm.

1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251

APARTMENT/CONDO

PARKSVILLE- 142 Hamilton Ave, July 17 (8-12pm). Household, kids items,camping, sofa & lots more.

QUALICUM 567 Dogwood Rd July 19 & 20 (9-1). Various items .... tools to electronics.

FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom

FREE ITEMS FREE TOW Away of unwanted vehicles. We also pay $Cash$ for vehicles of value. Call anytime. Norms Towing & Salvage 250-757-8911 or 250954-7543 (cell).

FRIENDLY FRANK Solid Light natural oak, table & 4 chairs. oval pedestal 3â€™x5, exc cond. $99. (250)954-9513.

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1-BDRM CONDO- Downtown Qualicum. Deck, storage, covered parking, gas fireplace, 5 appls. NS/NP. Avail Aug 1. $800./mo. Call (250)752-3419.

Parksville- 382 Allwood. Sat (8-12) Downsizing, quality items.

EXCLUSIVE Ocean and Garden view villas available for rent at the Crown Mansion, visit our website for pictures crownmansion.com $1800 + utilities. contact 800-378-6811

PARKSVILLE 382 Kingsley St. July 19 & 20 (9-4). Huge sale, you name it weâ€™ll have it!!

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

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, crystal, pots, crafts, ladies belts, handbags, camping stuff, lawnmower, kids toys, sofa, window blinds, power tools, paint, ceramic tiles, & lots of construction stuff.

COOMBS 1-BDRM duplex, F/S, W/D, deck. Avail. Aug. 1st. $570./mo + utilâ€™s. Unit #2-1027 Virginia Rd. Call (250)248-2285. PARKSVILLE: 2-BDRM duplex. Central location. 302 Meadowview Plc. NP/NS, Refs. Available immediately. $975./mo. 250-724-6082.

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PARKSVILLE 411 Allwood Rd. Jul 19 (9-2). Household items & some tools.

QUALICUM BEACH- 1211 Clubhouse Dr, Sat, July 19, 9am-4pm. Some Royal Dalton/Lladro and Hummel figurines and lots of household items. QUALICUMSat, July 19, 8:30-1pm. 615 Dogwood. Fishing, baby, art work+ more. QUALICUM. SAT. July 19, 8am-noon. Household, some furniture items. 328 Hall Road, Waterside. QUALICUM. SAT. July 19, 9am-1pm. Household items & furniture. 834 Redonda Place, off Garden Rd East. QUALICUM. SAT. July 19, 9am-2pm. Bedroom suite, country-style round table & chairs, lots more good stuff! 575 Nootka Road.

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RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

HOMES FOR RENT

STORAGE

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

AUTO FINANCING

COOMBS- BEAUTIFUL country rental, 2 bdrm on 34 acres with large covered patio, carport. 4 appls, $1000/mo. Call to view Sept. 1. 250-752-2634 (leave msg, will call back).

QUALICUM BEACHfurnished suite $725. Avail Aug 1 includes hydro, laundry, parking & internet. NS/NP. Refs reqâ€™d. 250-927-5742.

COOMBS, EXECUTIVE Home, Amazing 3000 s/f, 3 lvl, 5 bdrm, 3 bath deluxe home on private acreage park like setting. Heated floors, huge yard & deck, pets negotiable, N/S, 6 Appliâ€™s, lawn mtce provided. Possible room for horses. $1550 p/m. + utils. Close to QB & PV. Avail. Sept. 1st. Paul 250-954-5413 QUALICUM BEACH- 1000sq ft character home w/fabulous oceanviews of the Straight from lrg front veranda. Walk to town & schools, detached garage w/potential for office+ storage, 2 bdrms, 5 appls, cozy English air tight, fully outfitted trailer for occasional guests, garden area lots of sun. Pets ? $1225. Call (250)752-7404 or 250-951-1290.

MORE SPACE FOR LESS Storage Containers Currently available: 8â€™ x 20â€™ $105. + taxes. Open storage for RVs, cars, boats, trailers: $40. + taxes for first 20â€™ $2 each additional foot.

OFFICE/RETAIL OFFICE SPACE, Downtown Qualicum. Bright, professional. Ground floor, includes shared reception. Busy location. Avail. now. Call (250)2486440 for more info & to view.

250-248-7100.

TRANSPORTATION AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

PARKSVILLE INDUSTRIAL Park 200 sq ft office, with shared washroom, & 4 car park. 1 yr minimum. $270 plus GST. Call 250-248-2381 *240

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SALSA UNDER THE STARS 6pm/doors, 7pm/dinner, Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Course. 19+/$59. Dinner by Thalassa. Music of Fred Saliani. Anne Dodson 250-752-0960, members@ qualicum.bc.ca, www. qualicum.bc.ca

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Six games remain for PV Royals Parksville team will play all six of their final games in one week, in the heat T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com

It was a positive weekend to build on for the Quality Foods Parksville Royals as they look ahead to this weekend. The Royals were on the mainland for a double dip against the Langley Blaze Wednesday (scores not available) and will be back at home for a few days before heading back to the mainland for the weekend, with games against the North Shore Twins and the Whalley Chiefs to wrap up the season. Squaring off against the best team in the league last weekend, the Langley Blaze, the Royals showed that they weren’t going to be looked over as they narrowly lost game one and pulled off a win in game two, a game which they looked like the better team from start to finish. “We came out strong against Langley and it really showed in both the games we played last weekend,” assistant coach Bruce Biro said. “All these kids get ready for the games the same way, they all wake up in the morning and get ready to start their day like each other. The only difference is that they’re higher in the standings than we are but we came to play against them.” Splitting the series with the Blaze last weekend saw the Royals bump the first

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Andrew Evernden and the Parksville Royals are looking to add some more wins to their name in hopes of making the BCPBL playoffs. The Royals are down to their final six games of the season, all of which take place this week.

place team down to second, a game and a half behind the North Shore Twins.

The Royals will see the Twins on Saturday, for two of their six games.

“It’s going to be a grind, for sure,” Biro said. “It’s one thing to have two double headers for these guys on Saturday and Sunday with the heat but we seem to be making the right adjustments when it comes to dealing with the amount of energy we need and how to prepare for the heat as of late too. They’ve handled it pretty well.” Sunday the Royals are in action against the Whalley Chiefs, who sit only three and a half games up on the Royals. With the remaining games on the schedule all “must wins,” the Royals will be looking to put together some wins, whether it’s against teams at the top of the standings or near the bottom. “We can’t afford to lose games, plain and simple,” Biro said. “We know how we’re capable of playing as a team and if we can manage to string some wins together, we’ll jump right in to the playoffs and we can be a team that could surprise a lot of people. We’ve been in the majority of the games we’ve played all year and we have the players that can make that happen on this team.” Having no more games at home for the rest of the season, the Quality Foods Parksville Royals will have to play some of their best baseball this week and hope to make the playoffs.

UPPER ISLAND STORM

Locals help U18 girls soccer team win provincials T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com

Olivia Friesen and Bronwyn Kirk helped their team capture provincial gold in a game that went the distance and then some on the soccer pitch. The Upper Island Storm’s only goalie, Maddy Whiting, was injured the day before the

final with a broken nose and a concussion and was not able to suit up for the game. Defender Bronwyn Kirk, from Parksville, stepped up to the plate and did what she could to help backstop her team to a win. Both Kirk and Friesen, who was a stalwart all tournament

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893 Beaufort Squadron Air Cadets

THANK YOU! The 893 Beaufort Squadron Air Cadets would like to thank the sponsors and local businesses and individuals who donated prizes and silent auction items to our 2nd Annual Air Cadet Golf Tournament on June 14th. Thank you to Pheasant Glen Golf Resort for everything you do to make this event happen for us, and to Quality Foods for your generous sponsorship! Hole and Cart Sponsors: Al & Maisie Walsh – The Bookcase Barbara Day Sort Bill and Donna Dutton Brenda Nicolls Chris Burger DBM Realty General (R) Fred Bigelow The Gardens, Qualicum Beach Jim Enright Joe Stanhope John Archer Quality Foods, Qualicum Beach R.W. (Bob) Wall Ltd Royal Canadian Legion Branch 49 The Shady Rest Sommers Piano & Organ Teunis Westbroek Telus Tom Lewis

Prize and Silent Auction Donations: Pheasant Glen Golf Resort Ocean Village, Tofino Little Qualicum Cheeseworks Milner Gardens Riptide Graphics Parksville Boathouse Independent Shipwrights The Lady’s Mantle A+ Auto Glass Meadowood Store Tienes Grano Coffee Houle Electric Seair Orca Air Ocean Liquor Store EagleQuest Golf Amrikkos, Parksville The Bay, Nanaimo Bill Dutton, Arizona Coyotes Millstone Winery and Parents of 893 Beaufort Squadron Air Cadets

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HBO’s Barrie Eget will also be at the show on Friday night, announcing skills to the card at the Port Theater as well. “It’s unreal. When you’ve got a ring announcer that works for HBO, Showtime and ESPN telling you how excited he is, it’s insane,” Strawson said. “Andy is a boxing guy all the way around. He’s a former number two welterweight in the world, he’s been a big help and it’s been a great platform to help build all of this.” Weigh–ins take place tonight (July 17) at the Old City Station Pub in Nanaimo at 5 p.m., where both Nance and Eget will be on hand, along with the boxers on the card. There are still tickets available for the fights and Strawson is happy so far with the way things have gone and how things are shaping up. “I can’t wait for Friday to come, it’s unreal,” Strawson said. “We’re not sugarcoating it when we say this is going to be a great card, it’s exactly that. We’re happy with ticket sales so far and we know that the people around here don’t make plans three weeks in advance, so we’ll be expecting a full house come Friday.” Tickets for the fight, starting at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 18, are available at www.porttheater. com under special events. It will be a full on boxing event, with ring card girls accompanying ring announcer Barrie Eget and the plethora of talent in the ring, looking to impress the hometown crowd and their supporters.

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Celebrated musicians Lloyd Arntzen and his grandson Evan are performing in Parksville on Sunday LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com

The renowned Arntzen family is back in Parksville playing jazz this Sunday while patrons enjoy a bit of wine, cheesecake and tea at the Morningstar farm. Jazz, Tea and Cheesecake, presented by Little Qualicum Cheeseworks, will have Blackstick performing this year, a six-piece band led by Lloyd Arntzen and his grandson Evan, both on clarinets and vocals. The two have played at the event before, two years ago they arrived with a number of other family members known as 3 Generations of Jazz, and blew the audience away with their incredible sound. Local jazz legend Phil Dwyer had recommended the group and said at that time that a highlight was seeing Lloyd and Evan perform together and how their musical love for each other and traditional jazz shone through the music. Although Evan moved to Brooklyn, New York in January, he is currently staying in Vancouver and The NEWS caught up with him by phone last week. Evan said music has always been a mainstay in his life from the time his dad, Tom Arntzen, had him on stage singing with him at the age of three. “The question growing up wasn’t whether you were going to play music but what instrument were you going SUBMITTED PHOTO BY EVAN ARNTZEN to play,” he said. He started on the piano at age five but the instrument From left, Lloyd and Evan Arntzen will be performing at Jazz, Tea and Cheesecake this Sunday with a number of other jazz musicians. he fell for was the clarinet at age seven, he said. Evan, his brother and some cousins would head over to Grandpa Lloyd’s every Wednesday after school, Another of Evan’s musical adventures includes play- sound all their own, Evan said. which they dubbed “Grandpa day”. Lloyd would give ing in Michael Bublé’s orchestra for two of his Home Company B will also have a six-piece band which each of the children lessons on their respective instru- for the Holidays TV specials in Vancouver. Bublé used has some crossover members in Blackstick (including ments and also teach them his favourite jazz songs like to work with Evan’s dad Tom in the production of Red Evan who will play clarinet for the girls.) Company B Canal Street Blues and Apex Blues. But they also did Rock Diner and Bublé remembered Evan. will open the show, followed by Blackstick and then the typical things at Grandpa’s house, like make things out “It was really neat to be a part of a huge TV produc- group will come together. of wood and watch Charlie Chaplin videos, Evan said. tion with mega stars,” he said, naming Rod Stewart and Evan said he’s excited to be returning to the unique By the time Evan was a senior in high school he was Mariah Carey among others. event in Parksville set amongst a pasture with cows playing professional gigs around Vancouver, leading Evan said he decided to move to New York because, looking on. bands and acting as a side man. besides being the jazz capital of the world, there is a very “It’s just a beautiful spot and Ray (Haynes) and evHe has won a variety of awards over the years includ- strong traditional jazz scene which is vibrant among eryone at Little Qualicum Cheeseworks, they are good ing the Mayor of Vancouver’s Arts Award as an Emerg- musicians, dancers and patrons of jazz, he said. people who really love music and that’s true of the ing Artist in Music in 2010, the Kobe Award at the Breda “That’s really what I’ve been doing mostly for the last whole community there, they really love live music and Jazz Festival in the Netherlands in 2010, and the Grand couple of years, getting more into traditional jazz and it’s wonderful to play for an audience like that.” Prix de Jazz at the 2009 Montreal Jazz Festival with the bringing that into the new millennium, making it a viaJazz, Tea and Cheesecake will take place July 20 Amanda Tosoff Quartet. ble art form,” he said. at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 which includes the tea, Evan attended Capilano University’s Jazz program This will be Evan’s fourth time performing at Jazz, cheesecake and wine tasting. Tickets are available from for around five years during which time he played with a Tea and Cheesecake, having played previously with his the Farmgate store at 403 Lowrys Rd. in Parksville, at number of groups, playing both modern and traditional family and ensembles led by Bria Skonberg and Aman- Mulberry Bush Bookstores in Parksville and Qualicum jazz around the country. He also spent a bit of time in da Tosoff. Beach, at Cranky Dog Music in Parksville and at the San Antonio where he played with the acclaimed Jim Blackstick will be accompanied by Company B, a door. People are encouraged to bring lawn chair and Cullum Jazz Band. trio of women who have an Andrews Sisters’ style but a sunhat. The event starts at 1:30 p.m.

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CELEBRATING HISTORY: A cougar killed by pioneer James Craig can still be seen at the Parksville Museum and Archive where they'll celebrate Panther Valley Day July 26. 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. There will also be face painting, scavenger hunts and plenty of food. Admission is free for kids and students. The event runs 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the museum at 1245 E. Island Highway, next to the visitor info centre.

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The role of the pharmacist has been expanding in recent years – and, with the increased pressures on the resources of the health care system, it couldn’t come at a better time. No longer the “count, pour, lick, stick” model of the past, the pharmacist now plays an active role Lee Pharmacist in primary care, assisting in the assessment of conditions, direct care – even prescribing. And, at a /Manager time when medications are the mainstay of most therapy, pharmacists are an essential resource. Yikes! UK Researchers have found that 25% of patients being treated for high blood pressure are either not taking their medications or not taking them as prescribed. Not surprisingly, these same patients were found to have the most uncontrolled blood pressure, placing them at risk of heart damage/attack, stroke, aneurysm, kidney disease, blindness… even dementia. It’s not called the silent killer for nothing! Talk to your physician & pharmacist about getting control! A Canadian study has found that up to 1/3 of “initial” prescriptions are never filled. This was associated with several factors: cost of the medication, recent hospitalization and multiple concurrent conditions (confusion?). Given that medication treatment is the most common therapy in managing many chronic conditions and, often, the most economical treatment, it behoves the health care system to address this issue. Good health often requires the participation of many different health care providers – and sometimes it is this very factor that can lead to confusion and sub-optimal therapy. You can always talk to our pharmacists for advice in navigating this complex system.

Adult vaccination rates are below recommendations, placing many at risk of preventable illness. About 2/3 of adults are protected from tetanus, but only 12% & 35% (respectively) are vaccinated for hepatitis A and B. Pneumococcus can damage the heart and lungs in seniors, but 40% are still unprotected – and only 20% have had a shot for shingles. Call us about getting your vaccinations up-to-date.

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Kites set to battle it out

The ninth annual Kitefest takes place in Parksville this weekend Look to the skies in Parksville this Saturday and Sunday in the Community Park and you’ll see an impressive sight. It’s the ninth annual International Kitefest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. put on by the Parksville Lions and the B.C. Kitefliers Association.. The popular event brings kite enthusiasts from near and far, professional flyers as well as casual flyers. New to the festival this year is Rokkaku Battles and like it sounds, people will battle with their kites. There will be a demonstration for this and the other new activity which is for children called The Running of the Bols. Here, kids wear a harness attached to parachute-like kite and they race. The regular favourites will also continue including Monster Kites with John Vriend, the Island Quad Team from Victoria who fly their kites in unison to music, and the Teddy Bear Drop. That children’s activity involves kids chasing parachuting Teddy Bears which are dropped from 90 feet by the Parksville Fire Department. It happens at noon both days. Kids can also build their own kites for $3. There will be a variety of food concessions and craft vendors surrounding the kite field in the Community Park for the event. Following the Teddy Bear Drop on Sunday a Parksville councillor will hand out some awards including best kites, youngest flier and oldest flier. A number of sponsors are helping to make the day a success. The Parksville Lions built and maintain several areas of the

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Italian event in Lighthouse Country LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com

An Italian-themed event will help raise money to build affordable housing for seniors in Bowser. The Bowser Seniors Housing Society is presenting Mama Mia, an Italian Festa by the Bay at the Lighthouse Community Hall on Saturday, July 26. The event will include locally catered food by the Bowser Legion’s Ladies Auxillary: lasagna, caesar salad, garlic bread and ice cream. A duo called Duo de Jour, featuring Marjorie Cullerne and Peter Wilk, will entertain on violin and accordion at the event. “They are basically going to roam between the tables and do a little vocals and basically it will be all Italian-themed music.” Cullerne has a masters degree in music history and violin from Ohio State University and has performed professionally in Australia. Wilk moved to Nanaimo four years ago from Toronto. He began playing the accordion at age six and has performed solo and with ensembles in a variety of settings including cafes, theatres, and in choirs. He arranges piano music for the

accordion and is known as a great improviser. He enjoys arranging tunes for the accordion from a number of musical genres and he sells the material. The event will feature dancing and a silent auction with a variety of great experiences like a tour of Island Scallops and a bike and chocolate tour in Courtenay. Tickets are $30 available from the Salish Sea Market in Bowser, Georgia Park Store in Bowser and Mulberry Bush Book Stores in Parksville and Qualicum Beach. To book a table of eight or 10 call 250-757-8117 or email events@bshs. ca. There will be no tickets at the door as organizers will have cut sales off prior to the event to prepare the accurate amount of food, Beadle said, so she encourages people to get tickets as soon as possible. The BSHS has been fundraising for just over a year to help build affordable housing behind Magnolia Court in Bowser and this is the third entertainment event it has held. They have raised $25,000 with a total goal of $200,000. For more information on the society visit www.bowser-seniors-housing-society.org.

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Perhaps it’s time to take an accounting Pastor Allan Walker says we have it pretty good in this part of the world and we should remember to be thankful

ere we are once again enjoying the “dog days” of summer. We have earned the right to put our feet up, relax the tired muscles, watch the ocean, quietly enjoying a restful day. It’s great fun observing people along the boardwalk, greeting one another, petting the friendly dogs, passing a word or two back and forth. In the evening there are the cruise ships passing by and we wonder who is on board, what revelry they’re involved with, how good the food is, what show is being produced this night.

It is a good life we have in our part of All seems right in the world even the world. We might not be able to go with the news that comes streaming everywhere and maybe not across our desired commuanywhere beside where nication channel whether we are but we are blessed newspaper, television, ranonetheless. dio, the internet, or our iPBy Allan Walker Along the way we find hone there is much we can conOften, the news can get tribute in our small way. us feeling rather depressed We can give a smile to at the desperate events that someone who is down in take place. spirit, we can offer help to Still we are encouraged someone who is down on by small acts of kindness all his luck, we can be the kind around and the genuinely of person we want others good individuals we meet to be where we come into the picture. along the way.

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A loved one is valued and when he or she is gone from this life we remember with fondness although there is sadness. We’re glad to have been together, sharing, adventuring, struggling, being, daring. Thank you God for this life of ours. Thank You for those who are precious both in Your sight and our own. Thank You for those who have been with us and we with them for the time given to love and be loved. Allan Walker is a pastor at Qualicum Baptist Church. E-mail: joedomke@shaw.ca

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229 Elizabeth Ave., Qualicum Beach • Ocean view rancher with observatory • Located across from sandy beach • Renovated from top to bottom • New heating, flooring, appliances

Brenda Jenkins

OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, July 20 from 2-4pm

for more

Oceanside

Parksville

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Hardwood floors Oversized shop .31 acre lot Lots of reno’s $

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned and Operated

359,900

Andrew Simons

250-951-4715

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TIM

Peligren

You shouldn’t have to ask for great service... you should expect it!

1695 Nahmint Road $434,900

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

Direct: 250-228-5558

sales@timpeligren.com

What is your property worth in today’s market? Contact Kari for an accurate, current evaluation.

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1759 Martini $289,000

1731 Dar’s Place $314,400

N Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned & Operated

kari@karisearle.com

250-954-8222

www.karisearle.com

Looking for a knowledgeable, approachable, service oriented Real Estate Agent?

• 2930 sq. ft. mountain view home • 3 bdrms, 4 bthrms • Fully developed, unauthorized inlaw suite w/sep. entrance, hydro & septic • Detached 28’ x 26’ work shop • 2.5 acre property MLS # 374666

1670 Meadowood $648,000

Profit from my experience.

Ralph Kretzschmar

MLS # 368060

Recreational Riverfront Lot $45,000

ralph.kretzschmar@gmail.com theparksvillequalicumbeachrealestate.com

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

314 Island Hwy E., Parksville

HUNDREDS OF HOME LISTINGS EACH WEEK. Distributed in the Thursday edition of the Parksville Qualicum Beach News

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1680 Peligren Place $298,000

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

Cell 250-619-6254

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• 2 bedrooms up and 2 bedroom suite below • 20 X 20 deck with ocean glimpse and southern exposure • 12’ X 24 ‘ storage unit • Underground sprinkler system MLS # 376228

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MLS # 370244

1785 Warn Way $419,000

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

5 ACRES - Little Qualicum $174,900

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

18 Acre River Front $238,900

River Front Acreage LITTLE QUALICUM RIVER • 4.94 Acres • Panoramic ocean/mountain views • Private MLS # 376706

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

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

MLS # 368087

MLS # 373584

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6310 MCROBB AVENUE NANAIMO BC

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NANAIMO LUXURY LIVING

p. 250.390.0115 c. 250.228.0504 6310 McRobb Ave Nanaimo BC

NO STRATA FEES FOR A YEAR!

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RENOVATED COOMBS ACREAGE

QUALICUM NORTH DELIGHT

S LI

• Lovely 2464 sqft 3 bedrm/3 bath main level entry home on .23 acre • Bright Living Room w/ classic brick FP, Master Suite w/ WI closet • New deck, 2 lrg unfinished areas w/100&125 amp, Family Room • Fenced backyard, RV parking, small shed, backs onto greenspace

SERENE AND PRIVATE

ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES

$668,000

FAIRWINDS EXECUTIVE W

$749,000

NG W

WALK TO DOWNTOWN & BEACH

$324,000

S LI

• Spacious 1544 sqft 3 bed/2 bath w/fine design features & finishing’s • Island Kitchen w/wood cabinets, stainless appls, & large eating area • Living Room w/overheight ceiling, gas FP, cherry hardwood flooring • Office, patio, west side of complex, low monthly strata, small pet OK

GREAT CENTRAL LOCATION

CRAIG BAY CAPE COD EN

$349,000

QUALICUM BY THE BEACH

• Cozy 1024 sqft 2 bed/1 bath on a beautifully landscaped .22 acre • Open plan Living/Dining Rm w/traditional brick FP & mtn glimpse • Galley Kitchen w/white appls/display cabinetry, bright Dining area • RV parking, sunny backyard w/charming gazebo, privacy hedging

• Stunning new 2432 sqft 3 bed rancher above 1st green of golf course • Natural landscaping, loaded w/stylish design features/fine finishings • Great room w/OS windows, enormous FP, & soaring cathedral ceiling • Full Guest Suite, Den, lrg wrap-around deck w/SW exposure, .34 acre

OVERLOOKS THE 2ND TEE!

$319,000

S LI

CRAIG BAY BOWEN

PYM WOODS END UNIT

• Immaculate 1750 sqft 4 bed/2 bath West Coast home on 27.8 acres • New Kitchen w/granite CTs/hi-end cabinets, new Baths & woodstove • Douglas fir floors/trim, detached dbl garage & workshop w/220 power • Huge development potential, 2 wells, 2 driveways, 2nd site w/services

IC PR

CENTRAL QUALICUM RANCHER

U HO

• Elegant spacious 3014 sqft 2 bed w/fully finished walk-out lower level • Gorgeous hardwood floors, 3 nat gas FP’s, OH ceiling, deck & patio • Family Room, Kitchen w/ Corian CTs, high end stainless appls, nook • Luxurious Master ensuite, huge Flex Room w/ wet bar, Office area

• 1735 sqft 2 bedrm end-unit w/ parkland & beach outside your door •Sun-drenched patio,western exposure, Guest Bed w/ocean views

• 2050 sqft 3 bed brand new main-level entry just steps to the beach • 11’ ceiling, gas FP, Island Kitchen w/granite CTs, fenced .18 acre

OPEN HOUSE 1260 SALTSPRING PLACE, CRAIG BAY SAT. JULY 19, 2-4PM; SUN. JULY 20, 1-4PM

OPEN HOUSE 281 BULLER RD, QUALICUM BEACH SAT. JULY 19, 1-4PM

LOTS OF UPGRADES!

BEST LOCATION IN CRAIG BAY!

$389,000

$492,000

FABULOUS QUALITY EXTRAS $539,000

SOLD

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The Fletchers

Grant Wildeman REALTOR®

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

Nicky Westnedge

Unlicensed Assistant

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Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty 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

• 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

FLETCHER

Royal LePage Parksville/Qualicum

*5% Down = $644 MONTHLY PAYMENT

• • • •

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

W NE

• • • •

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

BUILDER OR INVESTOR $99,900

Personal Real Estate Corporation

46-885 Berwick Rd, QB

193,500

• 1.17 acre riverfront lot • 1500 sq.Ft. Footings in place • Located in quiet area of Little Qualicum River Village MLS# 376571

298,000

• .45 Acre Highway commercial zoning • Older home loaded with Character • Enchanting property offers mature landscaping

209,900

3 - 450 Stanford Ave, Parksville

692 Chelsea Pl, QB

214,900

• Beautiful Modular home 2 bedrooms plus den • Spacious Open Plan.. with 2 bay windows.. large kitchen • Covered Carport PLUS extra length Garage

Cell:

NEW LISTING $331,900

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NEW LISTING $44,900

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

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

MLS# 375109

MLS# 347920

FAMILY FRIENDLY PARK $149,900

CUTE AS A BUTTON $199,900

(250) 927-7653

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• Upgraded Throughout.. Hardwood flooring.. carpets • New Cabinet doors, counter & Stainless Steel Appliances • Southwest facing backyard with Cedar hedge

379,000

E UC

• Single Garage.. Storage Shed.. • Open Plan, Spacious Kitchen/ Living area • French Doors to Den/bedroom.. opening up to patio area

AWESOME VALUE!

AVORADO RESORT $42,900

VANCOUVER ISLAND

306,900

EVERYTHING YOU NEED!

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

• Well maintained 2 bed/2 bath Patio home • Tray Ceiling.. Bay Window overlooking Garden area • Kitchen with sitting area or nook.

5 - 405 Craig St, Parksville

EAGLEWOOD BEAUTY $559,900

• • • •

• Own your own Land - no Strata or Pad fees • Newer flooring & Countertops.. Vinyl Windows • Spacious Deck overlooking beautiful yard!

422 Pioneer Cres., Parksville

1406 Gabriola Drive, Craig Bay $464,000

3 bedroom home in popular neighbourhood Newer 30 year fibreglass shingle roof Updated bathroom and new paint and doors throughout 10,000 sq ft fully fenced private yard

Les Pockett

941 Riley Rd, Parksville

WALK OR SCOOT TO TOWN

481 Harnish Avenue, Parksville $259,900

Independently Owned & Operated

COMMERCIAL ZONING!

250-752-6926 ffletcher@shaw.ca WALK TO TOWN!! RV PARKING

• One bedroom oceanview condo • Centrally located to all amenities • 55+ complex, no rentals and one small pet allowed *Rates subject to change without notice. Certain conditions may apply based on OAC, E & OE*

Helping you is what we do.

ECONOMICAL LIVING!

206-309 Morison Ave, Parksville $139,000

130 Hamilton Ave, Parksville $369,000

TRICIA & FRANK 250-951-9454

1299 Sunrise Drive, French Creek $379,000

895 Bouman Place, French Creek $394,900 • • • •

grantwildeman@shaw.ca

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www.lespockett.com

• Extensively renovated rancher • 3 bed/ 2 bath, 1308 sq. ft. • Granite counter-tops, hardwood, new carpets MLS# 374773

PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS $194,900

• Fully serviced RV lot • Use of waterfront clubhouse • Short stroll to the beach MLS# 373360

INVESTMENT OR STARTER $211,900

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

MLS# 377863

IN-LAW SUITE $359,900

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

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

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Personal Real Estate Corporation

11 - 1050 BOWLBY ROAD

$78,000

406B 181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE

$86,000

Ph. (250) 752-2466 Toll Free: 1-800-668-3622 nancybolch@shaw.ca 113 W. 2nd Ave

2285 MORELLO ROAD

$179,000

4-570 CRESENT ROAD

• Located in a lovely park where you are allowed to have pets & children

• OCEANVIEW, 1 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath suite on 4th floor • 1/4 ownership, 12 weeks of usage, enjoy yourself or place in rental pool • Full kitchen w/ granite counter tops, gas fireplace in main lvg area • Full services, spa, fine dining, pool, hot tub & owners lounge

• • • • •

2-447 PYM STREET

4544 MAPLE GUARD DRIVE

916 MULHOLLAND DRIVE

• Well cared for mobile home w/beautifully landscaped & private, fenced yard • Best location at the end of the park beside a lovely treed area & is very private • 2 bdrms, 2 full baths, soaker tub, open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, oak cabinets • 18’ x 11’, private, covered sundeck, 12’x 8’ shed for garden tools or bikes

$310,000

• Beautiful, west coast designed, Wembley Lane town home.

• • • • •

• Lovely 1,265 sqft home features 2 spacious bedrms, 2 full baths • large living room w/electric fireplace, large dining area • luxurious kitchen with s/s appliances, granite counter tops, • lots of cabinets, breakfast bar. single car garage + 1 extra spot

819 PATRICK DRIVE

• • • • •

Spacious, updated, 4 Bedroom, 4 bath, 2256 sq. ft rancher Updates: windows, addition, plumbing, wood stove, etc South facing back yard w/large patio, fruit trees RV parking There is a 34’ x 24’ shop w/full mezzanine and 11’ ceilings Triple carport perfect for over height vehicles & a double garage

26-1059 TANGLEWOOD PLACE

• • • • •

$487,000

Beautiful ocean view condo on the amazing Rathtrevor Beach Tanglewood, the ultimate, luxurious vacation home, Vaulted ceilings, hardwd flrs, granite counters & fabulous bathrms. Relax around the fireplace in the privacy of your all season retreat. These homes offer quiet, low density living in a natural setting

$499,000

A WINDWARD MASTERPIECE! “like new” rancher, open concept Kitchen w/maple cabinets, granite counters, SS appliances Living rm w/vaulted ceiling, picture windows, gas FP. 3 bedrms + den, hardwood flrs throughout, tile in bathrms, “Full house” hepa filter, HW on demand, Low E windows

29 HENSON ROAD

• • • • •

$385,000

Executive home on quiet cul-de-sac in Morningstar area 2543 sq. ft. 3 full bathrooms, 4 bedrooms & family room Large kitchen with island, stainless steel appliances Open floor plan, living room with vaulted ceiling, gas FP Walter Allen custom built home

1055 EMERALD CITY WAY

• • • • •

$619,000

Completely renovated chalet style, 3 bedroom home on quiet, private, lot. 1241 sq. ft. home has been lovingly updated w/new kitchen & bathrooms. New hardwood flooring in the lvg room, kitchen, dining area & bdrm. beautiful covered deck, 1/2 acre lot, garden has been done organically. RV & boat parking. Across from the ocean so only a short walk to the waterfront.

1097 AERY VIEW DRIVE

• • • • •

Lovingly updated 3 bedrm 2 bath home, high end laminate flooring Custom solid maple gourmet kitchen, granite counters, SS appliances, High end laminate flooring, new light fixtures throughout Tile floor, 2 pantries w/pull outs. WI closet w/built in cherry shelving Parklike, mature landscaped lot w/RV & boat parking. garden shed

1490 SUNRISE DRIVE

• • • • •

$367,000

$314,900

$895,000

WALK ON WATERFRONT! “like new”, 2652 sq. ft. home Open concept w/a white kitchen w/large island & breakfast bar, Formal dining area, eating nook, 3 large bdrms, luxurious ensuite Insulated double garage with 200 amp service, 27’x11’ workshop 3 piece bathrm, storage area & a large, 32’x15’ RV/boat garage.

• • • • •

Cozy 2 bedroom rancher, w/room to add on sits on almost 1 acre Large living room features a faux stone fireplace w/efficient wood insert Hardwood flooring, large window & sliding patio doors to the deck Detached workshop/storage building & separate cabin/workshop w/loft Private meadow out front. Backs onto Nanoose Creek

$319,000

Tastefully appointed 1692 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher Bright white kitchen, eating area, living room w/woodstove Family rm w/gas fireplace & skylight, double garage w/storage Updates: kitchen & counter tops, pot lamps, vinyl windows Laminate flooring & tile in entry. Fenced & landscaped yard

108 DENMAN DRIVE

$447,900

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Ocean view, 1344 sq. ft. 2 bdrm unit in “Crescent Gardens” Open floor plan w/vaulted ceilings, fireplace, double carport New appliances, flooring, light fixtures, baseboards, paint 2 large patios front & back & a covered patio off bedrooms Great Qualicum location, close to beach, golfing & town

3974 BOVANIS ROAD

• • • • •

774 MULHOLLAND DRIVE

• • • • •

511 DOGLEG CLOSE

1387 WARD ROAD

Beautiful home,.22 acre lot, backing onto Eaglecrest Golf Course. White kitchen , entry w/vaulted ceiling, formal dining room Hardwood floors, oversized windows, high end carpenting New roof, heat pump, paint in & out, blinds & drapes, Custom patio canopy & green house. back yard done in patio bricks

868 GAETJEN STREET

• • • • •

$529,000

$1,585,000

SPECTACULAR WATERFRONT HOME! custom built. .49 acre lot, Gourmet kitchen w/cherry wood cabinets, wine cellar SS appliances, granite counter tops, baker’s island w/breakfast bar Formal dining rm, grand living rm, family rm w/vaulted ceiling Brazilian cherry floors, radiant in-floor heat, 3 gas fireplaces

• • • • •

$464,500

Quality, 1839 sq. ft., 3 bedrm rancher, heated crawl, fenced backyard Maple kitchen, SS appliances, Russian oak hardwood & bamboo flooring Living rm w/gas fireplace w/river rock face, Hunter Douglas blinds Luxurious ensuite w/soaker tub & separate shower. BI vacuum Heat pump, HRV system, BI vacuum, sani dump & power for RV pad

$604,500

5.86 beautiful acres with lovely fence pasture area 2 large homes, mobile home and carriage home Includes a 20’ x 22’ workshop/garage There is also a 16’ x 16’ detached garage Great investment property or for extended family

1424 STATION ROAD

• • • • •

$349,900

Custom 3 bdrm home. kitchen w/island & pantry, vault in lvgrm Main bath w/separate shower, soaker tub, glass block, full ensuite Woodstove, den, 2 full baths. Separate cottage w/full bathrm, RV dump Private covered patio, 16’x10’ deck & beautifully landscaped yard Storage shed, wood shed & lots of RV & boat parking, alarm system

• Renovated 2700sq. main level entry home w/2 bedrm suite. • New maple kitchen w/5 burner gas stove, new roof, new floors, • Built in vacuum, double garage & 200 amp service • New garage door & awning on deck. Large deck w/ocean view • Raised garden beds, fenced backyard & lots of RV/boat parking

• • • • •

$239,900

Private treed 5 acre lot w/custom built home Updated kitchen w/granite counter tops Hardwood flooring, newer SS appliances Bonus is the 2 one bedroom detached suites Extensive updating through home and suites

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

$725,000

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Nicolls

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

Brenda

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

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New Listing

1228 Gilley Crescent

493 Crescent Road West, Qualicum Beach

Retirement Dream!

Breathtaking Views

$ • • • • •

Nicolls

325,000

1545 sq ft 2 bed/2 bath rancher in Sandpiper Updated, bright kitchen & nook open to cozy family room Large living and dining rooms perfect for entertaining Landscaped & fully fenced w/ covered aggregate patio 11x9 insulated workshop & lots of room for boat and RV!

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1,225,000

2265 sq ft 3 bed/3.5 bath home on 1.2 private acres Spectacular views from gourmet kitchen, dining & living rooms Ocean view master bedroom with walk-in closet and soaker tub Beautifully landscaped & irrigated gardens w/greenhouse 3 car attached garage & addtional 816 sq ft shop

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

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1785 DUNWURKIN WAY

• • • • •

1935 sq ft 2 storey main level entry 4 bedrooms/3 bath Private setting on .46 acre Water feature, veg. garden area Mountain views, RV parking

$285,000

Lillian Jewer

$649,900

Dale Rumming*

52A SURFSIDE

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

• • • •

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

• • • •

229 ELIZABETH AVENUE

Ocean view rancher with observatory Located across from sandy beach Renovated from top to bottom New heating, flooring, appliances

$499,000

Aaron Nicklen*

• • • •

788 CANYON CRESCENT ROAD

2500 sq ft 3 bed, 2 bath rancher on .44 ac Great Room overlooking south facing garden Kitchen w/ many extras incl butler’s pantry Master Bed w/5 pc ensuite & quiet garden patio

$675,000

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

#105-1325 CAPE COD DR - THE ONYX • Value packed 1465 sf, fully furnished • 2 bdrm, 2 ensuites, 2 parking stalls • Stunning ocean views

$459,000

Jill Tuggle

• • • •

3448 BLUEBACK DRIVE

Ocean views on 0.68 of an acre Covered terrace, fireplace/BBQ Elevator, 3 master beds Two master suites, custom closets

$1,188,000

Aaron Nicklen*

• • • •

160 HOYLAKE W. ROAD

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

$1,038,000

Aaron Nicklen*

#1 - 3704 MELROSE ROAD

• • • •

Large kitchen, open to family room Fenced backyard, close to amenities Newer roof, hardwood floors 2,169 sqft., 4 beds, 3 baths

$389,000

Aaron Nicklen*

• Brand new 924 sq ft modular • New development, others to choose • Low pad fee 295.00 mo.

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

$99,900

$119,000

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

$898,000

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I PR

kevin clayton

Private 4.99 acres in Qualicum Beach Updated 1,735 square foot rancher Minutes from golfing and Qualicum Village Seller will consider a trade

• • • •

Lorraine Petersen

$318,000

Immaculate rancher on .5 of an acre Hardwood floors and heated tile RV parking and workshop 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

• • • •

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

$449,000

SOLD

8-631 BLENKIN AVE, PARKSVILLE • • • •

Ian Mackay

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

#3 120 FINHOLM, PARKSVILLE

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

$149,900

Jim/Margo Hoffman

• • • •

1190 COURTNEY

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

kevin clayton

$799,000

• • • •

936 POPLAR WAY

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Large detached shop and garage Newly renovated - a must see Large yard with gazebo and playhouse

$319,900

Ian Mackay

• • • •

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

1972 KAYE ROAD

5143 sq ft of exquisite living space, 2.5 ac Magnificent outdoor kitchen & entertaining areas 4321 sq ft car collector showroom, ready for multi uses Huge koi/trout lake with fountains and dock

Anne Sperling $1,990,000

Brenda Nicolls*

SOLD

525 CHESTER ROAD • • • •

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kevin clayton

• • • •

847 WRIGHT ROAD

Prime waterfront lot, .97 of an acre Tremendous ocean & mountain views Entry access to beachfront available Located close to all amenities

$698,000

Aaron Nicklen*

217 HAMILTON AVENUE • • • •

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

$400,000

Anne Sperling

Look for our upcoming

4287 PARK AVENUE

custom built 2700 sq.ft. of living walk on waterfront in Bowser vaulted ceilings, skylights, granite sep. workshop/garage, a must see

$925,000

Jill Tuggle

4215 WILDWOOD WAY

• • • •

241 - 330 DOGWOOD STREET

OPEN HOUSE • SUN. JULY 20 • 1-4PM

900 QUALICUM ROAD

IS TL

Dale Rumming*

$529,000

509-1155 RESORT DRIVE

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

525 SYCAMORE DRIVE

Brenda Nicolls*

call kevin clayton

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