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Candidates vying for a seat in civic office faced off for a third time Tuesday night in front of more than 600 people at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre. Eighteen candidates — four for mayor, 14 for council — gave their views on the issues. The crowd thinned out considerably by the end of the night. The all-candidates forum was sponsored by the Parksville and District Chamber of Commerce and The NEWS. Council candidate Heidi Abbott, who is currently working on a masters in community development, said she wants to create a “vibrant cultural community” in Parksville toting arts and culture as an “economic engine.” Abbott said “there are well paying jobs in the creative sector” and developing a stronger cultural base would attract more young professionals to Parksville. Mary Beil (council), former Parksville Elementary School principal, said she wants to “create a vibrant Parksville” and said she supports clean industries, promoting tourism and expanding educational opportunities. In terms of water, Dallas Collis (mayoral candidate) said if Parksville residents could cut their water intake by 50 per cent there would be no problem. “Growth isn’t the answer,” said Collis. “Conservation is the answer.” Michael Donegani (council) said he thinks council should operate like a “focussed band, such as Maroon 5 or Red Hot Chili Peppers.” Donegani said regardless of the cost of a new water treatment plant, “we must demand federal and provincial funding.” See MOST IMPORTANT ELECTION, page A5

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It was standing-room-only at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre on Tuesday night for an all-candidates meeting sponsored by the Qualicum Beach Residents’ Association. Another forum, this one sponsored by the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce and The NEWS, is scheduled for the same location tonight starting at 7 p.m.

QUALICUM BEACH ELECTION FORUM

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To the surprise of no one, development and the Official Community Plan were the hot topics at Tuesday’s all-candidates forum in Qualicum Beach. Both mayoral candidates and all nine people vying for a seat on town council in the Nov. 15 municipal election were in attendance at the forum, sponsored by the Qualicum Beach Residents’ Association. After the candidates’ opening statements and a few technical issues with microphones,

the approximately 750 residents who filled the civic centre were given the opportunity to ask their questions. Topics ranged from community committees to council relations, but what people seemed most interested in knowing was how the incoming town council would tackle development and work with the OCP. The candidates will do it again tonight in a similar format at the civic centre starting at 7 p.m. in a forum sponsored by the Qualiucm Beach Chamber of Commerce and The NEWS.

“We have areas where we can develop, we have places where we can infill,” said mayoral candidate Teunis Westbroek. “We have had lots of opportunities. You see on Mill Road, where there are big houses being torn down and three new homes are being built and there is density for more. I think that’s the approach.” Mayoral candidate Denyse Widdifield countered this positivity by saying, “We have to look at the fact that Qualicum Beach has been pretty much stagnant for the last 15 years.” See OCP NEEDS TEETH, page A4

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Edith King passes away peacefully at 108

A celebration of life will be held this Sunday in honour of Edith King who died peacefully at Arrowsmith Lodge in Parksville recently. At 108, King may have been the area’s oldest resident ever. There are no official records, but calls to Island Health and care homes when she turned 108 in April found her to be the oldest in memory. Less than 40 Canadians have been documented living to their 110th birthday. King was born in England and moved to this area in 1990 where she continued to grow a prize winning garden and do tai chi until she was 106. The celebration of life will be held Nov. 9 at 2 p.m. at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Road, Parksville. In lieu of flowers the family asks people to donate to their favourite charity. — Auren Ruvinsky

Departure Bay may be on chopping block

The completion of the South Fraser Perimeter Road through Delta and expensive refits required at the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal in North Vancouver could result in a shift of mainland-to-Nanaimo ferry traffic to the Tsawwassen terminal in the coming years. BC Ferries has released a new major route strategy that proposes ending the Horseshoe Bay-Nanaimo run and putting the traffic on the Tsawwassen-Duke Point route, which has had sailings cut due to low usage. Transportation Minister Todd Stone said BC Ferries should also consider whether it still needs two ferry terminals at Nanaimo, a relic of the NDP government’s decision in the 1990s to build Duke Point. — Black Press/News Staff

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“We have not built many homes and have that it is done in a way that fits in with what we not given any opportunities for economic devel- have already,” she said. She then added, “I would opment in this town. And we have not given the like developers to keep in mind that council is not www.pqbnews.com/eeditions/ courtesy that is needed for people that want to here just for developers, but mainly for everyone.” invest in this town and develop some land. I am Neil Horner (council) also sees development for planned Ariane lost controlled growth … let’s have some following community influences. “From what good dialogue lbs* with the developers and let’s wel- I understand, development relies on the econAriane lost Ariane Ariane lostlost come the ideas, look at them, investigate them omy,” he said. “When there’s an upturn in the * ** * and then make a decision.” economy, when there’s a good idea that comes lbs lbs lbs Barry Avis (council) said “I think we have been forward about development in the community doing the part,” listing developthat requires some infrastruclittle ments such as Eagleridge, Arbu- I would like to see us more ture that isn’t already there and proactive and contact the it fits in with the OCP, then I’m tus, Parkridge and three conodlittle owners of these buildings, all for it.” miniums that took place during littleKathy lost little Kelly lost Melinda lost little find out what they need, his previous time on council. “I “I think we need developbe time for LBS Before you know it, it’ll LBS what the hold up is LBS also know that during our last ments that reflect our unique + 48 inches! cocktail parties and + 66social inches! gatherings. + 44 inches! 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Mayoral candidate Anto- best to negotiate with senior nio Farinha spent the evening levels of government (for fundlobbying for a nudist beach in ing),” he said. Lefebvre also Parksville, adding that his sole brought forward the idea of deintent in running for mayor is veloping the city-owned piece to raise awareness about what of property bordered by Jensen he considers a “conspiracy,” in- Avenue, Craig Street and Albervolving all levels of government ni Highway into a space for afregarding oceanfront proper- fordable housing. ties in the city. Donald Lohvin (council) Jim Gordon (council) said he said he is concerned about the would be open to having a ref- rising costs and taxes in the erendum on the water issue. city — but said his experience “I’d be elected to represent working with handicapped you, as the people, and I want children has equipped him to keep this transparent, dem- with “empathy, concern and ocratic and cost-effective,” he fellow feeling.” said. Mayoral candidate Bill Al Grier (council) called this Neufeld said his opposition to “the most important election development on the beach is in recent times” and said the an issue “close to his heart” and status quo is “no longer good the reason he launched into enough.” politics in the first place. Grier advocated for a com“I would not put any resiplete review of the water sys- dential commercial developtem. He also said when coun- ment on the beach, period,” cil receives the budget he will said Neufeld. “I look at what’s make a mohappened in tion to freeze terms of the taxes for the Beach Club next two ELECTIONS and I think SATURDAY, NOV. 15 years. it’s a beautiful Richard building in the Honaizer (council) said the wrong place… we don’t need city needs to make a “logical development on the beach. We decision” about water. Honaiz- want to look at the community er went on to say that we need values that are of importance to to “build out” the downtown us.” core of Parksville, as he fears Kirk Oates (council) said “I when the Wembley Mall devel- don’t know what the solution to opment is finished businesses the water problem is but I know downtown will “struggle to sur- we need full public consultavive.” tion as it is a necessary human Mayoral candidate Marc right that we have water.” Lefebvre advocated for the EnOates called the water issue glishmen River Water Service “a political football” and said project, adding the city needs he would have liked to see it an aquifer storage and recov- as a referendum question this ery system. “As mayor I’ll try my fall so the people of Parksville

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Parksville city council candidate Caroline Waters addresses the huge crowd at the PCCC on Tuesday night during the all-candidates meeting.

could decide what kind of water system they want. Teresa Patterson (council) said she believes Parksville “can grow and maintain a small-town environment.” Patterson, a small business owner, said the city is “open for business.” Roy Plotniko (council) said “water needs to be treated, it has to be safe and we need to go shopping for a water treatment plant.” Sue Powell (council) said senior levels of government have stopped providing financial assistance to local government

and that’s “a trend that needs to be reversed.” Powell vowed to work towards sustainable growth, maintaining a high quality of life and being mindful of living within budgets. Former mayor and MLA Paul Reitsma (council) said this is “the most important election in decades” and “the issue is clearly fiscal responsibility.” Reitsma said Parksville isn’t responsible for growth outside of the city limits and if Island Health is demanding a water treatment plant it should come to the table and help pay for it. Leanne Salter (council)

said she wants to reassess the ERWS, ensure fiscal management and investigate water and sewer rates. Caroline Waters (council) said water is a critical resource that “everything else hinges on” and she would be open to looking at options to phase in a treatment plant. She said the ideal size of Parksville is “not any smaller than we are now” and offered: “the glass is half full, we have everything to gain and the future is golden.” The moderator for the evening was NEWS editor John Harding.

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“Give it some tools to carry out the mandate of the plan,” said Luchtmeijer. “Right now we talk about the wonderful ideas, but we have to have something that will make those ideas work.” Len Mustard (council) didn’t share too much of his own opinions on the topic, instead saying, “I do not come to this election with any preformed ideas. I’ve come to listen to you (the residents). Bring me the ideas that you have and I will listen to them very carefully and if

I agree with them I will support them with everything I’ve got.” Anne Skipsey (council) questioned if development was the correct answer to help the economy. “I don’t believe that building new developments necessarily equates to sustaining the economy,” she said. “Through my door knocking, I’m actually very surprised at how many people vacate our community during the winter months. And for me, that’s a real con-

cern. I think there may be other things that we can do to sustain our economy, like bringing in more tourists, perhaps from the Prairie provinces that like to migrate out here during the winter.” Said Dave Willie (council): “One of the reasons we looked hard at the downtown core (was) because the downtown core already had all the services in the ground already,” he said. “For many of those buildings, they’d already paid for those services … and over the next many

years they will contribute taxes towards the services that need to be redeveloped elsewhere.” The moderator for the evening was Kristin Nickles. The QBRA planned to have the entire forum available for viewing online (qbresidents.ca). The next all-candidates forum in Qualicum Beach will be hosted by the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce and The NEWS tonight starting at 7 p.m. at the civic centre.

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tion, took a look back. “It’s been pretty humbling being on council,” Parksville city councillors closed the book on she said. “I came in with a bunch of ideas — I their terms Monday night with flowery language, was going to change the world — but I learned it campaign-type talk and even a shot across the wasn’t about me.” bow of a neighbouring community. Outgoing Mayor Chris Burger thanked city Coun. Carrie Powell-Davidson has finished staff for their work during his four years in the her two terms and will now contest the new fed- chairman’s seat, this after having to cut off a eral riding of Courtenay-Alberni as the Liberal member of the gallery who verbally attacked a Party of Canada’s candidate. member of the senior staff prior to the meeting. “To the residents of ParksBurger said members of this I’ve enjoyed it, found it ville... being a councillor has council “can all be very proud frustrating at times been a great learning experiof your service. You absolutely BILL NEUFELD ence and a source of pride and stepped up and gave back. It’s joy,” said Powell-Davidson. a great experience to be in local Her parting motion, which government, to be so close to passed, was to direct staff to prepare zoning the people you represent.” changes for the new council that would allow Council wasn’t quite finished with its duties. the Parksville Museum to expand on events after It convened behind closed doors after the pubthe success of its farmer’s market this summer. lic meeting Monday night to deal with what was Coun. Bill Neufeld, a candidate for mayor in described in the agenda as a “an item related to the Nov. 15 election, took a look back at his first labour relations.” There has been no word from term as councillor, and a look ahead. the city on any motions or moves related to that “I have enjoyed it, found it frustrating at meeting. times,” said Neufeld. “I’m looking forward to beCouncil also had some regular business items ing mayor.” to deal with at its last meeting as a group MonHis chief challenger for the mayor’s job, Marc day night (Coun. Al Greir was not in attendance). Lefebvre, has been a city councillor for 12 years. Among those items: He spoke about how this council conducted it• agreed to support the Parksville Curling self respectfully and, despite differences of opin- Club as a sponsor for $500 of the 2015 Tim Horion and votes, understood that a council deci- tons B.C. Junior Curling Championships that sion, when final, needed to be respected and start in Parksville in late December. backed by all. • accepted for information the 2015 budget “We didn’t make the headlines in the news- and five-year financial plan of the society that oppapers,” said Lefebvre. “I’m not going to com- erates the Parksville Community and Conference ment on any other municipality in our area.” Centre. There were no big increases in the budget Coun. Peter Morrison is not running for and it was noted that any infrastructure upgrades re-election. that cost more than $5,000 are the responsibility “I have always been the quiet one but I assure of the city (not the society) and will be debated by you I deliberated everything,” he said. the next council in its budget deliberations. See more of this story at www.pqbnews.com Coun. Sue Powell, who is running for re-elec-

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There was more agreement than disagreement among the six candidates for District 69 school board at the only all-candidate meeting of this election, Monday night. Around 40 people, including a number of district staff, attended the District Parent Advisory Council organized event at Oceanside Elementary School to hear responses to audience submitted questions. Funding emerged as the night’s theme with direct questions on busing costs or whether the provincial government should fund emergency preparations, and questions about priorities and the role of the AUREN RUVINSKY PHOTO board often went back to things John Hildebrandt and Willow Bloomquist introducing themselves like pushing for more funding. at Monday night’s DPAC all-candidates school board forum. Perhaps the strongest reaction of the night came on acclaimed). “There are prob- dium roof and then tell me you the question “Should the gov- ably some caveats to that, don’t have money for public ernment partner with private depending on the individual education, I don’t accept it.” industry to fund education?” business,” she said, suggesting “My immediate answer is including chuckthe current funding no,” said youngest candidate les and “oh boy” 2014 struggles could be Jacob Gair, adding that a broad comments from ELECTIONS part of a provincial question deserves a broad anSATURDAY, NOV. 15 the audience at the push toward pri- swer, agreeing that there could question itself. vatization. be ways to explore it as long as “Wow, this could make or “That’s a really frightening it was done carefully. break me,” said long-time dis- road to go down. We’ve seen “The more we give away to trict volunteer John Hildeb- it in Alberta where industry is private investors the less say randt to chuckles. “The current actually helping direct curric- we have as the public,” he said. government is very 3P (public, ulum and helping them write “It’s critical that education remain in the public domain,” he private partnership) minded,” their curriculum,” she said. he said. “My response would be a bit said to a large applause. Jane Williams, who was pre“As long as there’s oversight longer than Julie’s,” said second at the local level, with teeth, it time candidate Willow Bloom- viously a trustee for 12 years, could work, but I’m scared of quist. “Oh good lord no!” she suggested some low level it. If it’s the only answer it may said, adding that privatizing BC support, like a local compacome to that, but I believe that Ferries didn’t work, so why do ny sponsoring a sport team, is not a problem, but she doesn’t would be a long hard battle the same to education. when the time comes.” “The government’s not want large corporations getting “The short answer is no,” broke, they’re choosing not to involved in the curriculum, said Julie Austin, the only in- spend it on us, they’re choos- agreeing that “public educacumbent running (Eve Flynn ing where to put the money,” tion needs to stay public.” and Barry Kurland have been she said. “Don’t pay for a staSee EDUCATION, page A9

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Elaine Young, a long-time educator, agreed that there are different degrees and “if we can it would be nice just to say no, but I’m not sure we can, so I think we need to make a policy and have some ideas about how we asses all these different proposals that are going to come forward.” Directed at Gair, with the other candidates allowed to respond, they were asked what is the number one issue facing schools. “Funding is really critical,” said Gair. “You’ve got to advocate for increased funding, talk to the government as a trustee.” “Other issues include lack of student involvement,” he said, referring to his platform of representing youth and students on the board. “One of the main issues facing schools today is defining what education is,” said Austin. She said that while the province is heading in a specific direction (trades training), “We really have AUREN RUVINSKY PHOTO to look to ourselves, look to our teachers and our Jane Williams and Jacob Gair introducing own community for what the best education is themselves at Monday night’s DPAC-hosted for our own kids and our own community.” all-candidates school board forum. “Times are changing very fast and even the B.C. government has acknowledged that and are ment would mean more money… there’s only so moving forward with technological change,” Hil- much money,” said Williams, adding that educadebrandt said. tion does deserve more than its getting. “I think our world’s changed enough that I “We’re not dealing with a government that’s think it is time to take a real hard look at what we very fond of public education,” said Gair, adding define as education. As an innova“no matter what government’s in tive district I’d like to be part of that 2014 power we, as trustees, will have to ELECTIONS leadership to take on that challenge.” SATURDAY, NOV. 15 fight for more.” Asked if a change in provincial Elaine Young pointed out they government would change the funding formula have the current government for the next few most candidates agreed that there would like- years either way (the provincial election is in ly be some kind of change, but were skeptical May 2017) and that having worked as a teachabout it directly meaning more money. er under Liberal and NDP governments, “we’re “We’ve been allowing them to give us less dealing with the situation that we have and... money so where is their motivation to give advocacy is proper because the alternative is not more?” Bloomquist said. “I would push whatev- good.” er government gets in to give more.” Advance voting is Nov. 12 and general elec“I don’t necessarily think a change in govern- tion day is Saturday, Nov. 15.

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Ballot options

aking your mark beside a candidate’s name isn’t the only thing to think about when you get to mark your ballot on Nov. 15. While you get no say in this, terms for councillors, mayors, directors and trustees are now four years, up from the three we’ve seen for many decades. There is some sense to this. With three-year terms, we’ve seen newly-elected people spend a year getting up to speed on how things work and a year campaigning, leaving just one year in the middle for concentration on real issues. It’s not always like that, but it happens. In addition to choosing a mayor, councillors and school board trustees, voters in Qualicum Beach will have a question on their ballot asking if they believe their council should be expanded from five members (four councillors and the mayor) to seven members (six councillors and the mayor). This is being called a “non-binding public opinion question,” although we believe it would be difficult for the new council to ignore the results, especially if the numbers clearly lean one way or another. Knowing Qualicum Beach politics as we do, expect a long argument over what defines “clearly lean.” The new council can pass a bylaw that would ensure two new council seats are added to the ballot for the October, 2018 civic election, provided the bylaw passes six months before that October, 2018 election. Outgoing Parksville Mayor Chris Burger is in a unique position to comment on this issue. He has served on councils of five and seven, and has served on councils in both Qualicum Beach and Parksville. He has told us he favours the seven-member format. He says it is more difficult with seven people at the table to create camps that vote in blocks, which forces more consensus, more give and take and it may also force councillors to do more homework. The cost to taxpayers, perhaps $30,000/year, could be worth the benefits. Qualicum Beach has cut its staff to the bone in recent years, so maybe the money is there. And people have bemoaned the 3-2 splits we’ve seen on recent councils (it’s not an exclusive phenomenon of this most recent council), so maybe this is a good option for this town. — Editorial by John Harding

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Letters QB MAYOR’S PAY I feel compelled to respond to the advertisement on page 13 of the The NEWS, Oct. 23. Qualicum Beach mayoral candidate Denyse Widdifield asks us to “think before you vote.” Instead, I think the ad should be entitled “I should have thought before I submitted this darn ad.” Widdifield should realize that council, not the mayor, is responsible for setting rates of pay. Will she now pay for another attack ad to vilify council members for doing so? Is Widdifield suggesting that the salary of our mayor should be reduced? To what amount? By extension, is she also suggesting that all members of council should have their remuneration reduced? Are town staff next? Personally, I think that our mayor and council are all underpaid. Nobody can question the many personal hours that they provide to us with little thanks. Essentially, they have volunteered for a 24/7 job with not much compensation. We need to encourage good candidates to run for office. Widdifield’s article discourages them. Frankly, her actions indicate an astounding lack of foresight, leadership and common sense. Think before you vote? Indeed.

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“I came in with a bunch of ideas — I was going to change the world — but I learned it wasn’t about me.” SUE POWELL, see story page A7

mayor is a red herring. The real question is: will the mayor be dedicated, hard-working and visionary? A community that cares about its future should expect these qualities and be willing to pay for them.

ue and with no plan in place for its future use (The NEWS, March 20, 2012). Would you trust these candidates to manage your own personal financial portfolio? Be sure to cast your ballot on November 15.

ANDREW BROWN Qualicum Beach

PAT HADLEY Qualicum Beach

PARTY CANDIDATES?

A review of the list of candidates for Qualicum Beach council indicates that the local NDP group is determined to gain control. Barry Avis, who was soundly rejected in the provincial election last year as our NDP candidate, is back to join his friend, Mayor Teunis Westbroek. Westbroek was seen parading former NDP leader Adrian Dix all over town introducing him to everyone in sight (source: Dix’s Facebook entry, June 10, 2012). They have been joined by two out-oftown recruits (a different issue): Dolores Fraser and Len Mustard. Fraser, wife of Alberni-Pacific Rim NDP MLA Scott Fraser, and Mustard both live in French Creek (according to their addresses on the town’s website) and enjoy a much lower tax rate than Qualicum Beach residents (according to my conversations with the RDN finance HOWIE HAMBLETON department and my own Qualicum Beach Qualicum Beach tax bill). Now they want to decide how to spend our tax dollars. Avis likes to claim he will provide “good ELECTION QUESTIONS value for our tax dollars” (his campaign broGood, we are having a healthy election di- chure), but in my view his record while in alogue. Let’s keep asking election questions. council is just the opposite. For example, About the roundabouts: We have come a the final phase of the ring road finished long way. Now we know they work. Where more than a million dollars over budget else do we need them? What is the priority? which we, the taxpayers, had to pay off (The About the school bus site: A good design NEWS, Nov. 11, 2005). solution is one that addresses many funcThat council with Avis and Westbroek tional challenges simultaneously. Can we then arranged to purchase the school bus make this site serve many purposes? garage property for $1.5 million dollars, About the money: The salary paid to the hundreds of thousand of dollars over its val-

WOMEN CANDIDATES Across the province, indeed the country, election commentators decry the apathy of the electorate, the non-involvement of young people and the lack of women putting their names forward for election. These are not problems in Qualicum Beach. Whatever one may think of the present council, nobody can deny that they have generated keen interest in local politics over the past three years. Citizen groups have been formed and revitalized, issues have been vigorously debated and the coming election has been spoken about often and pointedly. The result of all this has been that an unprecedented number of candidates have offered their names to the electorate. We have nine candidates vying for four seats, the majority of whom have not run before. They form a cross section of the community and, importantly, they represent youth — anyone under 60 is young in Qualicum Beach — and nearly half of them are female. Voters such as myself who have, perhaps, a simplistic view of elections, may want to elect some people who are new or younger or female hoping to bring the energy of a fresh island breeze to the council chambers regardless of the issues. We are fortunate to have such a breadth of choice in this election and in the number of candidates willing to devote the next four years to the governance of Qualicum Beach. COLM HARTY Qualicum Beach See LETTERS, page A13

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I think it’s a good idea. It’s not a big change. Duke Point is a couple km down the road. MARY ELLEN CAMPBELL Qualicum Beach

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7:30-10pm, Rotary House/ QBeach, to Dec. 11. $2.50 includes snack. 250-5863743, ebfoden@gmail.com

FRI. NOV 7 OS STROKE RECOVERY 11am-1:30pm, St. Columba Presbyterian Hall, 921 Wembley Rd., Parksville. Survivors & caregivers. Bring lunch. 250-586-6766.

NANAIMO POTTERY CO-OP SHOW & SALE Nov 7-9th, Country Club Ctre, 3200 N. Is Hwy, Nanaimo. nanaimopotterycoop@ gmail.com. 24 potters in attendance.

SAND DOLLARS SQUARE DANCE Bradley Ctre. 1st & 3rd Friday/mo. Pre-rounds 7:30pm/dance/8pm. Debbie 250-951-0135.

7-9pm, Nov 7-29th. 133 McMillan St, Parksville. Showcasing photographer Debra Kuzbik, “The Bounty of the Island” by OCAC Members, & the local 4H Club Photographers. Meet the artists in a casual setting and enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres & beverages. 250-248-8185. http:// mcmillanartscentre.com, info@mcmillanartscentre. com

LEGO BUILDING CLUB 11-11:30am, 100 Jensen Ave E, PV Library, to Nov 28. All ages. With a caregiver.

OS FLOOR CURLERS

1pm, Arrowsmith Hall, Coombs. $10 ann. fee, $2/2 games, Mon/Wed/Friday. All welcome, no sweeping. 250-586-8323.

SAT. NOV 8 GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP 4-6pm, Qualicum Christian Fellowship, 825 Village Way, QBeach. Carol 752-3600. Help & Encouragement after the death of a loved one.

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9am-1pm, 281-A Pioneer Cres. Free. Table Rentals $10. Bill, 250-248-8103

BISHOPS OF BOWSER 12pm, Henry’s Kitchen, QBay chess club meets. www.bowserchess.pbworks. com or Robert 757-8709.

FUNDRAISING DANCE 7pm/doors, Music/8pm12am. Coombs Rodeo Grds. VI Western Heritage Organiz. presents Music by Boondock. Donations appreciated.

LIVE MUSIC

7-11pm, Shady Rest Pub. THE CLANNS! Celtic Roots Rock! 3109 W. Is. Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

ARROWSMITH GOLF MEN’S CLUB

8pm/$10/door. Parksville Legion, 146 Hirst Ave. W. 19+ only.

QUALICUM BEACH FARMERS MARKET 8:30am-12pm, Veterans Way. 250-951-6516.

12:15-1:45pm. To Nov 30th/ every Sunday, OS Place Arena. Children accompanied by 19+ yrs. 250-248-3252, recparks@rdn.bc.ca

8am-12pm, Lighthouse Comm. Ctre. 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. Patricia McLean, 250757-8806, jmclean01@ shaw.ca. Proceeds support community requests.

MON. NOV 10 ARBUTUS TOASTMASTERS

7-9pm, PCCC, 132 Jensen Ave. Overcome your fear of speaking in a friendly supportive atmosphere.. Matt 250 752 0794.

QBEACH & AREA NEWCOMER’S CLUB

Doors/9:45am, Meeting/10:15am, St. Stephen’s Church, Village Way, QB. qbnewcomers.org

TUE. NOV 11 SAM WEBER HOUSE CONCERT 7:30-10pm, Lazy Mike’s House of Music, 961 Clarke Rd. QBeach. $12/door, eats/$3. lazy-mike@hotmail. com, 250-594-9951. Killer guitar work & a truly unique voice. http://www. lazymikerockinrecliners.com/ houseofmusic.htm

QB LAWN BOWLING 665 Jones St. Every Tues. Coach on duty. New members welcome. Call 250-752-7060 to arrange your lessons.

BIRD WALKS

9am, PV Beach Comm. Park. Neil, 250-954-1928, nmrobins@telus.net. http:// www.thebirdstore.blogspot.ca/

6:15-9:15pm, Hangar A3/ QBeach Airport. Registration ongoing, 12-18yrs. Debbie, beaufort893ssc@ hotmail.com. http:// www.893aircadets.ca

3-4pm, Mulberry Bush Bookstore, Parksville. The Dark Side of the Rainbow by Caren Powell.

SKATE & STORY TIME

10-10:45am, Drop-in/2-4yrs at Oceanside Place/Reduced rate. recparks@rdn.bc.ca, 250-248-3252. Every Tues.

1pm, Civic Centre. Floral Demos & Christmas boutique. Presents Andrea Strachan. $10. 250-9371350. mifaclub2000@ gmail.com

WED. NOV 12 VI SYMPHONYREMEMBRANCE DAY

MUSIC AT DEEZ

7pm, Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Is. Hwy W. Qualicum Beach. DAVE ELICTRO & GMEN. 250-752-8055.

7:30pm, Port Theatre, 125 Front St, Nanaimo. Tickets: 250-754-8550, www.porttheatre.com

MID IS. WALKING CLUB 9:30am/1hr walk/Wed. 1&2hr walks/alternate Sat/Sun. Looking for new members. Ann. $10. email marmac2@telus.net

FAMILIES FORWARD SUPPORT GROUP

6:30-8:30pm, 136 East Hirst Ave., Parksville. 19+. Free. Pat/Sharon, 250-954-0785, execdir@forwardhouse.com. For caregivers of persons with mental health &/ or addiction issues. www. forwardhouse.com

FREE LECTURE-DOES JOINT PAIN LIMIT YOU? 6-8pm, Naked Naturals, 671 Fir St, QBeach. Janice, 250594-0277. promotions@ shopnaked.ca. Shauna Wall, will discuss a remarkable anti-inflammatory botanical that helps relieve joint pain. http://www.shopnaked.ca

Dates

10am-2pm, Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. $2/ann. membership. Dawn Ryan: 250-248-6575.

COOKING CLASSES & TEA BY THE SEA

DEEP BAY MARINE FIELD STATION, 370 Crome Pt Rd, Bowser. Select dates in November, check online or 250-740-6611, deepbay@ viu.ca.

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QB MAYOR’S PAY #2 An advertisement placed in The NEWS (Oct. 23) on behalf of mayoralty candidate Denyse Widderfield caught my attention. The ad, captioned “Think Before You Vote,” noted the increase in the mayor of Qualicum Beach’s salary from $16,600 to $31,300 over the past 19 years. The ad also states that the comparable salary for the mayor of Port Alberni, a community with twice the population, is $30,456. Being intrigued by this information, I carried out some online research. According to the Port Alberni Times, the Port Alberni council voted in January, 2014, to increase the mayor’s salary to $38,450. In terms of comparisons with other communities, it might be of interest to note that salaries for the mayors of comparable communities in British Columbia range between $35,000 and $65,000. The salary for the mayor of Qualicum Beach would seem to be at the low end of this range. The ad is not clear as to what policy position the candidate would take on this question. Would the candidate, if successful, put forward a motion to council to reduce the mayor’s salary? Would the motion extend to the councillors’ salaries as well? Or would the candidate decline to accept the salary? As editor John Harding’s editorial in the same edition suggests, candidates should provide specific answers to such questions. Finally, and most importantly, what is the issue that is being addressed? A number of municipalities have recently considered the importance of attracting younger candidates, those who have full-time jobs or growing businesses, who find it difficult to run for public office because their family incomes would be affected. Being a councillor, let alone a mayor, is a seven-day-a-week, on-call position. These roles require patience, a willingness to research and understand complex issues and an ability to undergo critical comments in the media. All candidates should be appreciated for being prepared to take on such responsibilities. It is not clear that reducing the salaries

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QUALICUM BEACH MUNICIPAL ELECTION

Council candidates have their say

Editor’s note We asked all of the candidates seeking office on Nov. 15 to answer two questions: 1. If elected, what is your number one priority? 2. What separates you from the other candidates? We asked them to provide answers to each question in 50 words or less. Today: Qualicum Beach council candidates Barry Avis 1. Work with residents, community groups, business, counAVIS cil and staff to prepare a quality of life survey — send survey to all residents and business owners of Qualicum Beach for their responses — plan community meetings and from this information an official community plan will be prepared. 2. I believe in planned and managed growth vs. “development or bust.” I like the cooperative approach vs. confrontational approach. I bring experience — worked cooperatively with the mayor and council as a councillor for nine years — deep understanding of future challenges — planning, finances, water, environmental protection. Mary Brouilette 1. The taxpayers of Qualicum Beach BROUILETTE continue to carry the full tax burden of supporting the local airport as well as Oceanside Hospice. I would like to see regional support for these services, as well as investigating the sensibleness of a regional water system. 2. My positive attitude, full-time commitment and open mindedness to listen and act in the best long term interests of the community. My passion for Qualicum

Beach is not unique, but I believe I walk the walk, not just talk the talk, demonstrated in 22 years as resident and six years as your councillor. Dolores Fraser 1. New development is an important FRASER concern of most people and needs to be enveloped in an ongoing, proper, consensus seeking decision making process to set the community members’ minds at ease. A process including citizens’ committees, respecting the OCP and not being directed by the loudest lobby/special interest group. 2. For 18 years my life has revolved around municipal, provincial and federal politics. I’ve learned about the issues and heard individuals’ concerns. I’ve analyzed the decisions made by all government levels and have had strong opinions on how the leaders could have been more socially and environmentally responsible and just. Neil Horner My first priority is to get council back on track, reinHORNER stituting meaningful consultation with the people we represent — all the people, not just one special interest group. 2. My respect for the OCP only sets me apart from four of the candidates. Otherwise, my 25 years of experience covering councils, school boards and regional districts sets me apart. Oh, and genetics. Diana LaMonte 1. My first priority is to work with LAMONTE the rest of the elected team to take care of the unfinished business and

begin moving forward into the future. I am keen to learn the responsibilities of councillor so I can do the job that voters elected me to do. 2. I am new to politics and I believe this allows me to bring a new unbiased attitude to council. I represent no special interests or bloc. My only concern is the betterment of our unique community. Change is coming and I want to be part of its implementation. Bill Luchtmeijer 1. My number one budgetary priorLUCHTMEIJER ity would be Public Safety and maintaining our existing infrastructure. Public Safety should be any Councils number one priority but quite often maintaining what we already have loses ground to new and exciting projects. Failing infrastructure can easily cripple a small communities financial position. 2. My experience on council and actions that have demonstrated I am willing to tackle the difficult decisions faced by council and deal with them in a proactive manner. I believe in teamwork, collaboration, and support majority decisions. Len Mustard 1. My first priority will be to thank my support team, and the citiMUSTARD zens who have placed their trust in me for the next four years. Then, I will remove my signs. 2. I am hoping that nothing will separate me from the other candidates who have also been elected to serve the citizens of Qualicum Beach. I will treat the mayor, and my fellow coun-

cillors, with courtesy and respect and hope they reciprocate. Anne Skipsey 1. Ensuring citizens’ values and expectations are being SKIPSEY heard and honoured, by: respecting citizen driven decision-making and the OCP; re-establishing citizen committees (e.g. parks and recreation, environment/sustainability, traffic & transportation); and promoting community engagement and wellness. I will work collaboratively with council, staff, organizations and citizens. 2. I bring a different demographic and voice to the council table. As our son is in Grade 2, I’m in touch with families and their needs. I bring a fresh perspective enhanced by my own history with Qualicum Beach that goes back nearly 50 years. Dave Willie 1. I would hope that council as a team would begin the disWILLIE cussions on our strategic plan and the working plans that need to accompany them. I will focus on providing my thoughts on a wide variety of related issues to those goals, to insure the community has a balanced approach for all concerned. 2. Twenty-five years living in Qualicum Beach with my wife Jayne, and raising three children here is important. My membership and community involvement in a wide variety of organizations from Rotary, the Legion and Bard to Broadway have allowed me to understand and embrace all the elements that make QB so special.

All-candidates meeting tonight, Civic Centre, 7 p.m., sponsored by the QB Chamber of Commerce and The NEWS

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Mary Beil Parksville City Councillor Mary is … ✔ approachable, dedicated, level headed, hard working

Mary supports … ✔ sound, affordable infrastructure, now & in the future ✔ an affordable water treatment & distribution plan ✔ protecting and connecting green spaces & pathways ✔ continued revitalization of the downtown core ✔ efforts to bring Palliative Care to our community

VOTE Mary Beil for a balanced view on Council Authorized by Mary Beil, financial agent; mbeil@shaw.ca

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2014 Notice of Election by Voting

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the electors of the Regional District of Nanaimo that an election by voting is necessary to elect one Director for each of Electoral Areas ‘A’, ‘E’, ‘F’, and ‘H’ for a four year term commencing December 2014. Persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS

CANDIDATES DIRECTOR – ONE (1) TO BE ELECTED FOR EACH ELECTORAL AREA ELECTORAL AREA A

Jean Louis, Rosmy McPherson, Alec

1861 Hampton Court, Nanaimo 2768 Nicola Road, Nanaimo

ELECTORAL AREA E Mayne, Ed Rogers, Bob Wiebe, Gordon

ELECTORAL AREA F

Ethier, Rick Fell, Julian

3178 Brooklin Lane, Qualicum Beach 1555 Wells Place, Errington

ELECTORAL AREA H

5346 Gainsberg Road, Bowser 4737 Maple Guard Drive, Bowser

ELECTORAL AREA B 1070 North Road, Gabriola Island

ELECTORAL AREA C Young, Maureen

2335 Godfrey Road, Nanaimo

ELECTORAL AREA G Stanhope, Joe

ELECTORAL AREA E

Nanoose Place, 2925 Northwest Bay Road, Nanoose Bay

THE FOLLOWING CANDIDATES HAVE BEEN ELECTED BY ACCLAMATION Houle, Howard

ELECTORAL AREA A

South Wellington Elementary, 1536 Morden Road, Nanaimo North Cedar Intermediate School, 2215 Gould Road, Nanaimo

1820 Amelia Crescent, Nanoose Bay 1578 Arbutus Lane, Nanoose Bay 1699 Granite Road, Nanoose Bay

ELECTORAL AREA H Mussell, Donald Veenhof, Bill

GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors on: Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following locations:

1025 West Island Highway, Parksville

ASSENT VOTING The following question will be submitted to the electorate in the Nanoose Bay Peninsula Water Service Area (portion of Electoral Area ‘E’): “Are you in favour of the Regional District of Nanaimo adopting Bylaw No. 1714 to authorize the borrowing of up to $2.6 million to provide the necessary funds to meet the Nanoose Bay Peninsula Water Service Area capital improvement and upgrades requirements up to and including 2019?” The following question will be submitted to the electorate in Electoral Area ‘H’: “Are you in favour of the Regional District of Nanaimo adopting Bylaw No. 1706 to provide for the following: n

establishing the “Northern Community Marine Search and Rescue Contribution Service” within Electoral Area ‘H’ to provide for a contribution to societies providing marine search and rescue in Electoral Area ‘H’; and

annually requisitioning up to a maximum of the greater of $5,000 or $0.006/$1000 of taxable assessed value to pay for the service?”

For Notice of Election by Voting details for School District 68 Trustees go to www.sd68.bc.ca For Notice of Election by Voting details for School District 69 Trustees go to www.sd69.bc.ca

ELECTORAL AREA F

Coombs Rodeo Grounds Community Hall, 2601 Alberni Highway, Coombs Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach

ADVANCE VOTING Advance voting will be available to qualified electors as follows: Wednesday, November 12, 2014 8:00 am to 8:00 pm at the following locations:

ELECTORAL AREAS A, E, F, H Regional District of Nanaimo- Administration Building 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo

ELECTORAL AREAS E, F, H

Oceanside Place 830 West Island Highway, Parksville Note: All qualified electors may vote at an advance voting opportunity.

Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach

ELECTOR REGISTRATION If you are not on the list of electors, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications: n 18 years of age or older on general voting day; n Canadian citizen; n resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registration; n resident of OR registered owner of real property in the voting jurisdiction for at least 30 days immediately preceding the day of registration; and n not disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law. To register, resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity. To register, non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from the majority of property owners.

MAIL BALLOT VOTING Qualified electors may vote by mail if they: n have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity; and/or n expect to be away from the Regional District of Nanaimo on general voting day (November 15, 2014) and at the times of all advance voting opportunities (November 5 and 12, 2014); and/or n are a resident of DeCourcy Island or Mudge Island, which have been designated as remote from voting places. In addition to the above requirements, a person must meet all voting requirements for voting in a local election as a resident elector or as a non-resident property elector as of the date the mail ballot is completed and posted.

REQUESTING A MAIL BALLOT PACKAGE:

To request a mail ballot package you must submit a completed Application to Vote by Mail to the Regional District of Nanaimo, Administrative Services Department, at 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6N2. Applications can be obtained by contacting the Administrative Services Department at the above address or by calling 250-390-4111, toll free 1-877-607-4111 or by downloading the form from the 2014 Election webpage on the Regional District of Nanaimo website (www.rdn.bc.ca). Applications may be submitted in person, by mail to the above address, by fax to 250-390-4163 or scanned and emailed to vote@rdn.bc.ca. Upon receipt of a complete application, your name will be added to the mailing list for mail ballot packages and a mail ballot package will be mailed to you as soon as possible after October 27, 2014. If you are applying for a mail ballot package after October 31, 2014, please contact the Chief Election Officer at 250-390-4111, or toll free at 1-877-607-4111 as special arrangements may be necessary due to time constraints. Important Deadline As provided in the Local Government Act, a mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer before the close of voting on general voting day (Saturday, November 15, 2014) in order to be counted for the election. It is your responsibility to deliver or post the mail ballot in sufficient time for delivery to the Regional District of Nanaimo, 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6N2. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on these matters and the 2014 General Local Election, please visit the 2014 Elections page on the Regional District of Nanaimo’s website at www.rdn.bc.ca, or contact the Chief Election Officer, Jacquie Hill, or the Deputy Chief Election Officer, Matt O’Halloran at 250-390-4111, toll free at 1-877-607-4111 or by email at vote@rdn.bc.ca. Chief Election Officer

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TestFest puts green machines and gas-guzzlers through their paces wider, the all-new seventh-generation You gotta love a competition that pits Volkswagen Golf is my pick. It’s an a small, zero emissions 74-horsepower even more refined hatchback and I loved (Smart Car) electric vehicle against a its new base turbocharged 1.8-litre 707-horsepower, tire-smoking (Dodge engine. Challenger Hellcat) muscle car. That’s Price (base/as tested): what’s on the cards if both vehicles win $19,995/$24,295 their categories in this edition of the Acceleration 0 to 100 km/hour: Canadian Car of the Year Competition. 8.4 seconds This was the second year in a row that Same-day, back- Braking 100 to 0 Km/hour: 41.4 metres TestFest was held in Niagara Falls, OnFuel economy (city/highway): 9.3/6.5 tario, and once again, the Niagara Parks to-back vehicle L/100 km Commission, at the Legends on the Nicategory assessments agara Golf Course, hosted it. No golfing Family Car - Over $30,000: for Automobile Journalists Association of are performed, Hyundai Sonata, Subaru WRX & Canada (AJAC) members, who converged using both specially Toyota Camry Hybrid. Bob’s Pick: on the place in droves, but lots of oppor- prepared evaluation The ultra reliable Toyota Camry Hytunities to fill out score cards on the fifty brid is a great value package. Nearly ev2015 model year vehicle entries arranged courses and on public ery exterior surface has been redesigned roads…during the six and the interior has been upgraded. It into fifteen categories. Same-day, back-to-back vehicle category day TestFest event. now comes with 10 standard air bags assessments were performed, using both and a clever new feature allows it to Bob McHugh specially prepared evaluation courses recharge a smart phone wirelessly. and on public roads by the invited Price (base/as tested): journalists during the six day TestFest event. So, until $28,410/$34,500 the official category winners are announced December Acceleration 0 to 100 km/hour: 8.0 seconds 2, here are my picks in seven categories, in which I Braking 100 to 0 Km/hour: 43.9 metres evaluated all the entries: Fuel economy (city/highway): 5.7/6.1 L/100 km

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City Car: Kia Soul EV & Smart ForTwo Electric Drive. Bob’s Pick: Both entries are small electric vehicles and they’re close in terms of performance, but the Kia Soul EV is my choice. It seats five (instead of two), has more cargo space and rides nicer, making it a more practical everyday car. Price (base/as tested): $34,995/$34,995 Acceleration 0 to 100 km/hour: 10.5 seconds Braking 100 to 0 Km/hour: 43.4 metres Fuel economy (city/highway): 2.0/2.6 Le/100 km Small Car - Over $21,000: Mini Cooper, Kia Forte5 & Volkswagen Golf. Bob’s Pick: The winner of this category should be a strong contender for the overall car of the year title. Lower, longer and

Luxury Car - Over $50,000: Acura RLX Hybrid, Cadillac ATS Coupe, Hyundai Genesis & Kia K900. Bob’s Pick: My clear winner here is the Acura RLX Hybrid, a large all-wheel drive luxury sedan that’s fun to drive, yet very easy on fuel. It uses a 3-motor hybrid powertrain with a front electric motor & twin rear motors. The drivetrain also includes a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. Price (base/as tested): $49,990/$69,990 Acceleration 0 to 100 km/hour: 6.0 seconds Braking 100 to 0 Km/hour: 44.3 metres Fuel economy (city/highway): 8.0/7.5 L/100 km Sports Performance - Over $50,000: Dodge Challenger, Ford Mustang GT & Volvo

V60 Polestar. Bob’s Pick: Priced well below the other two entries in this category, the new Ford Mustang GT provides excellent bang for the buck and looks awesome. Price (base/as tested): $42,499/$51,899 Acceleration 0 to 100 km/hour: 6.2 seconds Braking 100 to 0 Km/hour: 39.5 metres Fuel economy (city/highway): 15.2/9.3 L/100 km SUV/CUV - $35,000 to $60,000: Chevrolet Tahoe, Lincoln MKC, Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 & Toyota Highlander. Bob’s Pick: Big can be beautiful, as Chevrolet Tahoe has evolved into a more drive-able vehicle that offers a supremely comfortable ride, can pull a (3863 kg) mountain and the new EcoTec 5.3 litre V8 engine provides decent fuel economy, especially on the highway. Price (base/as tested): $57,245/$59,460 Acceleration 0 to 100 km/hour: 8.0 seconds Braking 100 to 0 Km/hour: 42.1 metres Fuel economy (city/highway): 14.9/10.1 L/100 km SUV/CUV - Over $60,000: GMC Yukon XL, Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG & Porsche Macan. Bob’s Pick: A performance utility vehicle that actually can go off-road, the Porsche Macan came with an optional (height adjustable & self levelling) air suspension. On a paved road…it’s a Porsche! Price (base/as tested): $54,300/$64,030 Acceleration 0 to 100 km/hour: 5.2 seconds Braking 100 to 0 Km/hour: 38.1 metres Fuel economy (city/highway): 13.7/10.3 L/100 km

Question of the Week Lauren Kramer’s column this week makes a compelling argument for the new distracted driving fines. Has the government gone too far?

QUESTION OF THE WEEK!

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Safety Tip: Speed-related crashes increase significantly from October to December in B.C. Speed limits are set for ideal conditions only. When roads are wet, icy or snowy, leave more following distance, slow down, and give yourself more time to get where you’re going.

There’s a lot more information about Canadian Car of the Year, this year’s TestFest event and all the entries available online at the AJAC web site (www.ajac.ca). bob.mchugh@drivewaybc.ca Read about Alexandra Straub’s experience at TestFest at drivewaycanada.ca

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The all-new 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe is advancements; one of the biggest is part of a full suite of large trucks from the way the doors wrap into the roof General Motors. These range from the to help shut out road and wind noise. Chevy Tahoe and Suburban, the GMC The next big advantage is the attenYukon and Denali and the Cadillac tion to detail in the front cabin. There Escalade. Something of interest is the is a big screen, front and centre, with preference Canadians have for the easy to use and access rotary dials and GMC brand over the Chevrolet trucks, switches. There are USB plugs along which are the most popular in the Zack Spencer with regular power outlets just under zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca United States. More Canadians go for the radio and more USB plugs inside GMC and the US loves Chevrolet, the the glove box and yet another behind complete reverse. Regardless, all of these GM trucks the radio screen that slides up and away to reveal a represent the majority of full-size truck sales in Cana- hidden compartment. The back seats have an available da. GM kind of has a lock on big vehicles able to move flip and fold feature that automatically lowers or raises a large family, tow a trailer and now do it with much the second and third row of seats. What is surprising is greater efficiency. These are all based on the award the lack of cargo space behind the third row when it is winning full-size Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sier- in use, the bigger Suburban might be the way to go for ra pickup trucks that arrived in 2014. GM has taken really large families. Drive The two-wheel drive Tahoe is the value leader much of what made those some of the most comfortable vehicles to drive and baked it into the Tahoe and in the GM line of full-size trucks, starting at $51,900- the GMC comes with a $2000 premium over the others. Looks In the Chevrolet family the Tahoe is the short Chevy. Yes, this is an expensive vehicle but keep in wheelbase version and the Suburban is the longer mind that towing is a big reason why people purchase wheelbase model, with much more cargo space behind such big trucks. With a towing capacity of 3856kg the third row of seats. Some might find the new de- (8500 lbs.) in two-wheel drive trim and 3765 (8300 sign direction from GM to be a bit too slab-sided, with lbs.) with four wheel drive, the Tahoe is up to the task squarer edges and boxy shapes but I prefer the modern of towing most pleasure boats and family campers take on the classic design. The Tahoe sits very high off with ease. The Tahoe uses the same 355hp 5.3L V8 enthe ground so the power side step is a wonderful addi- gine found in the full-size pickup trucks. It uses direct tion along with a power tailgate and backup camera. injection technology and has the ability to switch off How did we ever live without these amenities before? half of the cylinders to help save fuel. There is a small The biggest change is the front lighting package GM indicator light on the instrument cluster that tells the has used on this Chevrolet. LED daytime running lights driver when the engine is running on just 4-cylinders. make a statement and the monster grille with the big This helps the driver feather the throttle to keep the engine in this fuel saving mode as long as possible. Chevrolet bowtie looks rough and ready. Inside One of the biggest changes in the full-size When more power is needed, the engine automatically pickup trucks is the level of refinement and ride qual- reverts to all eight cylinders for maximum power. These ity and this has migrated into this Tahoe, the cabin is tricks help improve city fuel economy by seven percent quiet and refined. This is done through a number of and highway consumption by ten percent.

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Staying safe means stowing your cell drunk driving. Yet the probability of being in a crash while you are distracted is horrifying. Texting, even just a word? You are 23 times more likely to crash. Talking on your cell phone – four-to-five times more likely. And reading that ‘urgent’ email that simply couldn’t wait makes you three times more likely to be in a potentially fatal accident, according to research by CAA. Findings by ICBC show that distracted driving is the second leading contributing factor of vehicle fatalities in BC. That’s why, October 20, new penalties for distracted drivers were implemented in this province. If you are caught with your cell phone in hand or programming your GPS while driving, you’ll get a $167 fine and a deduction of three penalty points. It’s a rap on the knuckles but also a reminder to fight our addiction to electronic devices while we’re driving. Because the fact is, for even the best drivers, it’s impossible to safely split your attention while you’re driving. Don’t be fooled if you’ve been lucky thus far, because driving while distracted and not crashing or causing an accident has more to do with luck than competence. And seriously, why wait for luck to run out? Overcoming that cell phone addiction on the road is as easy as turning off your phone and putting it in the glove box or trunk of your car, where you absolutely cannot reach it while you are driving. That’s what instructors at Mercedes Benz Driving Academy insist their students do when they step into a car. Yes, I know, you are expecting an important call so you don’t want your phone off. In that case, Bluetooth or wired headsets (worn only in one ear unless you are on a motorbike) are the next best thing. But the key is to make sure your phone is out of reach, because when it is within stretching distance, it’s a pinging candy bar most of us can’t refuse. laurenkramer@shaw.ca

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My kids have my permission to yell at their dad whenever they spot him using his cell phone while driving. Which, unfortunately, is often. I’ve coached them on what to say: “You’re putting my safety at risk,” “You’re breaking the law,” and “Dad, put your phone away this minute!” I’m not alone when I say my biggest fear is that someone I love will be in a horrific, life-changing, potentially fatal car accident. And every time a driver picks up their phone while operating a car, that accident becomes increasingly likely. We’re all doing it, but we know we shouldn’t. Sneaking peeks at our cell phones while we’re driving has become an irresistible temptation as more and more of us become addicted to checking email, responding to texts and answering calls whenever they come in – and no matter what is going on around us. It’s easy to rationalize. “This will just take a second,” we think, exaggerating the amount of time it takes to, say, respond to a text message. According to the Canadian Automobile Association the average distraction time for this task is 22.6 seconds, the distance of 373 metres of travel at 40 km/h and the equivalent of four intersections or 68 parked cars. But it’s not just the texting time that’s so perilous, it’s the time it will take you to regain your focus on the road, to bring your car to a standstill if you have to. Perception, reaction and braking time after a distraction like this – even something as minor as hitting two letters to type “OK” - is 25 metres, the equivalent of a lineup of 17 people. That’s a long time when you’re controlling a powerful, hunk of metal like a car. The truth is that cell phones have become every much as dangerous an addiction when driving as inebriation – even more so because they lack the ugly stigma associated with

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VANCOUVER ISLAND WEDDING AWARDS

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The Island’s best flowers, cakes and wedding accessories are made right here JESSICA SKELTON reporter@pqbnews.com

A triple crown of sorts has come to Parksville Qualicum Beach. Three local businesses — Petal & Kettle, Rebekah-Anne-Designs and Coastal Cakes — all won top prize in their categories at second annual Vancouver Island Wedding Awards last month. “Everyone was deserving,” said Rebekah Robertson of Rebekah-Anne-Designs in Qualicum Beach. “We didn’t know who was going to win.” According to vancouverislandweddingawards.com, the awards were created by Victoria-based Vancouver Island Wedding Ring magazine to “celebrate the outstanding achievements of wedding professionals based on Vancouver Island.” To enter, a participant had to be a resident of the Island and their local business must have been in operation a minimum of two years.

The three Parksville Qualicum Beach winners said after they had heard about the contest from Laura Kalcsa, editor of the Wedding Ring Magazine, they each submitted photographs and write ups explaining their piece. Robertson, who won Best Wedding Accessory, entered a showpiece necklace, earrings and bracelet set. The necklace alone was made of 300 silk knotted fresh water pearls. Adam Skriver and Marieke Nijenhuis of Coastal Cakes in Errington created a four-tiered cake with sugar flowers and fondant ruffles for a local bride. In their application, Skriver also described how the cake couldn’t be boxed so he “had to sit in the back and hold the cake” while delivering it to the Black Rock in Ucluelet. This won them Best Wedding Cake, the same award they won in the inaugural Wedding Awards in 2013. Finally, Karen Sorensen, Laura Cusson Dempsey and Joanna Fell of Petal & Kettle in Parksville came up with the winning concept for Best Floral Design. Using plenty of local products, they created a West Coast tablescape filled with blackberries, ferns, pears

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From left to right are Laura Cusson Dempsey, Karen Sorensen and Joanna Fell of Petal & Kettle (Parksville), Catherine Robertson and Rebekah Robertson of Rebekah-Anne-Designs (Qualicum Beach) and Marieke Nijenhuis and Adam Skriver of Coastal Cakes (Errington).

and pear branches arranged in a natural style. These entries were made anonymous and sent to a panel of industry judges, who scored each anonymous entry on a

scale of 1-10. Decisions were based on aesthetics, themes, originality, professionalism and overall quality. “It’s really rewarding to win an award from your peers,” said

Sorensen, owner of the Petal & Kettle. “It adds a legitimacy to your business,” added Skriver. “I think people are really impressed you won a competition.” See AWARDS, page A27

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Chamber music to transport the mind and soul Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra concert “Peace and Pleasure” to feature Ladysmith bassonist

Music is meant to transport you, mind and soul. For their upcoming Parksville concert “Peace and Pleasure,” the Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra will take you to places of the heart with Händel’s Baroque Concerto Grosso VI and John Williams’ modern A Prayer for Peace. As well, the program includes the evocative

Impromptu by Jean Sibelius, Max Reger’s chromatic Weihnachten (Christmas) and American composer Arthur Foote’s light classical Suite in E Major. According to a news release from the NCO, the concert will also feature bassoonist Katrina Russell playing Johann Neruda’s Concerto in C Major. Originally from Edmonton, Russell is a specialist in historical performance. She has played and recorded with many of the period instrument ensembles in Britain and Europe, including the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, the Academy of Ancient Music, the Ha-

nover Band, L’Orchestre de la Champs Elysees and the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra. In late 2010 Katrina and her husband (British horn player Andrew Clark) relocated to the West Coast and have established themselves near Ladysmith, where they have a speciality brass-making workshop producing horns and trumpets. Katrina is on faculty at the Nanaimo Conservatory of Music and in addition to returning to the U.K. to perform, makes regular appearances with the Vancouver Island Symphony as well as

the Victoria Baroque Players, Pacific Baroque Orchestra and Early Music Vancouver. The program will be presented Nov. 9 at 2:30 p.m. in Parksville’s St. Edmund’s Anglican Church. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 students, and are available at the Port Theatre Box Office in Nanaimo or at the venue door. Children under 12 are free. For more information on the concert, visit the orchestra’s website nanaimochamberorchestra.com —NEWS Staff/NCO

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Community Consultation Former French Creek Community School The Board of Education of School District 69 (Qualicum) invites community members and interested parties to a community discussion regarding the future use of the former French Creek Community School buildings and land. At the meeting the Board will provide information on input received to date and seek community input on appropriate uses for the site. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, November 12 at 7:00 pm in the gym at the former French Creek Community School, located at 2350 Alberni Hwy, Coombs, BC. Please attend to provide your input on the future use of this community asset.

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The Silver Spur Riding Club is saddling up once again for its 23rd annual Equestrian Christmas Toy Ride. As the group travels through Parksville on Sunday, Nov. 16, they will gather toys to donate to the S.O.S Toy Fund. “We as a club like to have a purpose for our rides and this one keeps growing,” said Carol Wolver, who is a member of the club and on the Toy Ride committee. “Our club likes to support the S.O.S, particularly at this time of year.” Wolver said she is expecting around 40 to 50 riders to participate this year, depending on the weather. According to a news release from the S.O.S, riders will leave the Ballenas parking lot at noon before heading east on Morison Avenue and

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More than 40 riders are expected to join in the Silver Spur Riding Club’s 23rd annual Equestrian Christmas Toy ride.

then down McMillan to the S.O.S. After delivering toys at the S.O.S, the riders will enjoy a lunch provided by Thrifty Foods, Parksville. Then at 12:45 p.m., riders will follow the wagon to Stanford Place Care Centre to pick up more donations and visit the residents. “Standford Place residents and staff have donated a tremendous amount of gifts that we take to the S.O.S, as well as carrots for the horses,” said Wolver. “The residents are thrilled to see the horses, especially since many grew up around horses.” Wolver and the S.O.S both said spectators are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy to place in the tractor-pulled wagon or in a rider’s saddlebags along the route. Toys can also be given to the group at Ballenas or Standford Place. For more info, visit silverspurridingclub.org.

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A tea for every taste Guests can choose to enjoy live holiday-themed background music or a vintage fashion show JESSICA SKELTON reporter@pqbnews.com

This year, it’s a choose your own (tea setting) adventure at the annual Winter Victoria Tea. Co-hosted by The Old School House Arts Centre and the Qualicum Beach Museum Society, the tea will have sittings at TOSH on Friday, Nov. 21 and Sat., Nov. 22. with different entertainment on each day. Friday will feature TOSH’s director of music programming Ron Hadley playing some holiday-themed background music on the piano and Saturday will feature a fashion show of vintage clothing. “The music is for people who want to chat more … it’s hard to chat during a fashion show,” said Corinne James, executive director at the Old School House Arts Centre. The fashion show will be presented by Merlyn Patten, a Qualicum Beach resident with

a passion for vintage clothing. She has been gathering pieces for more than 30 years and regularly uses the collection to put on shows to help charities and non-profits. Patten does not charge a fee and all of her models are volunteers. “It’s a great way to give back to the community,” she said. The show at the Winter Victorian Tea this year, “Suit Yourself,” traces the history of ladies’ suits. In honour of the holidays and all the get-togethers that entails, Patten said she wanted to show people how the suit was a smart-looking and “integral part of a woman’s wardrobe” over the last 100 years. Alongside the entertainment, there will of course be the trappings of a traditional afternoon tea. According to a news release, finger sandwiches, scones, cakes, pastries and teas will be lavishly presented

using vintage tableware and served by museum volunteers in authentic Victorian maids outfits. The holiday mood will also be set by artistically decorated trees and wreaths made by the Mid Island Floral Design Club. The wreaths will be part of a silent auction, with the proceeds going to any local charity chosen by the artist. James also said there will be a winter-themed “Vancouver Island North and South” exhibition of paintings hanging in the art centre’s galleries. Both Friday and Saturday will include two sittings, one at 12 p.m. and another at 2 p.m., and will include entertainment at both times. Tickets are $15 per person or $50 for a table of four. Proceeds from the tea will help support TOSH and the Qualicum Beach Museum. To reserve your tickets and for more information, call 250752-6133.

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However, the winners see their awards as more than just a means of bringing focus on their individual businesses. They also see it as a win for the area. “It definitely highlights Oceanside as a wedding destination area,” said Skriver, who commented on the quality of the scenery and venues. “It’s a confirmation that we have a lot of young talented wedding designers,” added Sorensen. “People are often surprised there’s such a network.” Catherine Robertson, Rebekah Robertson’s mother and co-owner of Rebekah-Anne-Designs, agreed. She said the win shows that people getting married in the area don’t have to

look to Vancouver or Victoria to source their wedding materials. There are people already here to fill that need in a professional and personal way and it will only get better as there is “opportunity for growth and recognition” here in the future. And when it comes down to it, this relationship between the brides and grooms who decide to get married in Parksville Qualicum Beach — and the people like the teams at Rebekah-Anne-Designs, Coastal Cakes and Petal & Kettle who serve them — is what the awards are really about. “It’s not about awards; it’s about making people happy,” said Nijenhuis. “That’s the most important part.”

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The Family Resources Association (FRA) is preparing for its Holiday Hamper program which provides a little extra food for needy families in District 69 to get them through the holiday season. The FRA has been in the community for 25 years offering a broad range of services for people in the Oceanside area. Executive director Deborah Joyce said throughout the year they provide quality professional mental health and social services to support positive development of children, youth and families in the community. She said the seasonal hamper event has the support of local businesses that use the program to pay it forward. The hampers they prepare includes enough food for at least a month. If you want to contribute to the hamper program there is a grocery list of items that are required as well as other details at www.d69fra.org. The FRA has an office in Parksville and in Qualicum Beach and the final day to drop off items will be December 15. Phone 250-752-6766 for more information. Parksville’s Debbie Shore is passionate about food and the Chef Instructor at Vancouver Island University’s culinary program is all about sharing her zest for pleasing the palate. In May she led a small group of students on a tour of Florence and Tuscany. During the trip they visited the Giglio Cooking School in Florence where they met Chef Marcella Ansaldo. Now even more of the VIU culinary students and faculty will get to meet Chef Ansaldo who has made her way to Nanaimo to share her Italian culinary skills. Those who were lucky enough to purchase a ticket will get to take their taste buds on a vacation to Tuscany Friday, November 7 without leaving Vancouver Island. A sold-out fundraising dinner at the Nanaimo campus will include a multi course dinner and a slide show of the trip. Proceeds raised from the event will be used to assist with Chef Ansaldo’s travel costs, awards for students and equipment for the program. There are still spots available for an Italian feast prepared by Debbie and the talented kitchen crew at VIU’s Deep Bay Marine Field Station. Buena Sera Rustic Italian is being held November 8 from 2 to 5 p.m. Not only will you get to taste some of Chefs special treats straight from Italy, you will learn how to cook simple beautiful Tuscan dishes using fresh ingredients. The cost is $60 plus tax. Phone 250-740-6611 to register. Shona Rowe, Poppy Chairman for the Mt. Arrowsmith Branch #49 of the Royal Canadian Legion is counting on people to support this year’s poppy campaign. The Parksville Legion raised the poppy flag on Oct. 31 to mark the start of the fundraiser for Canada’s veterans and their families. Shona said the shooting of a Canadian soldier at the National War Memorial in Ottawa touches home with a lot of veterans. “Because it was on home soil it brought it a little bit closer to everybody and I think this year there will be a bigger turn out for Remembrance Day.”

Debbie Shore who is the Chef Instructor at Vancouver Island University’s culinary program is an amazing cook but she had an interesting cooking challenge Oct. 25 at the RDN’s neighbourhood emergency preparedness workshop at Nanoose Place. Debbie demonstrated how to turn food in your earthquake kit into a gourmet meal. Those who attended the event learned it is possible to make tasty meals from limited food supplies.

Deborah Joyce, executive director of the District 69 Family Resource Association was thrilled to cut into this cake at a celebration marking the FRA’s 25th anniversary, Oct. 30. The FRA has been helping more than 1500 people a year in the community offering a broad range of services in a large area covering Nanoose Bay to Deep Bay. They recently opened Dolphin Tails, a preschool offering Reggio Emilia inspired programs.

Sheila Abbott of Sexessories in Parksville (left) and her staff went for a fun ride down the rabbit hole during a customer appreciation event Oct. 31. Sheila dressed as the Queen of Hearts, Regina Bush (middle) dressed as the Mad Hatter and Christine Griffith was Alice in Wonderland. Customers also got into the Halloween spirit and a prize was awarded to the customer who got the most votes on Facebook for their creative outfit.

Marketa Simak and her Chinese Crested pooch Misty dressed as purple vampires on Halloween. The two were at Bosley’s in Parksville for the store’s Howl-a-ween contest, Oct. 31 which had prizes for the best pet costume. First place went to Bandit who came dressed as a pirate, second to Teddy who was a Mexican Bandito and third went to Bailey who came as a devil. Next up at Bosley’s will be pet photos with Santa Nov. 15 & 16.

Commander Darren Rich of CFMETR Nanoose Naval Base (left) and Dave Doskoch president of Branch #49 of the Royal Canadian Legion were among those in attendance Oct. 31 for a flag raising ceremony to kick off this year’s poppy campaign. The event outside of the Parksville legion included branch and ladies auxiliary colour guards led by Sgt. at Arms John Hodgson and a piper from the Mount Arrowsmith Pipe Band.

The Centennial Belles’ brought their vintage fashion show to Parksville Nov. 2, and presented outfits from the roaring 20’s to the sassy 60’s. There were authentic pieces as well as reproductions representing six decades of women’s clothes. Parkville’s Brittany Patterson-Phillips (right) modelled this vintage wedding gown while her grandma Linda Phillips (left) modelled some of the outfits that she has created for the group.

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Eily Hilda Mayfield (nee Bridger) August 12, 1914 â€“ October 29, 2014

Eily passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at Trillium Lodge, Parksville. Mum had celebrated her 100th birthday on August 12th this past summer, and had a wonderful time. Sincere thanks to the staff at Trillium for making that day so special, and for always providing loving, compassionate care. Eily was predeceased by her husband Gerry, her brother Douglas, and her sisters Eva and Ada. She is survived by her daughters Daphne (Tom) and Barbara; nephew Steven; and niece Janice (Jim). Mumâ€™s first concern was her family, but she also devoted herself to looking after people in her community. She was a volunteer at the S.O.S. for many years, and an active member of St. Edmundâ€™s, eventually becoming a Life Member of the Altar Guild. A memorial service will be held at St. Edmundâ€™s Anglican Church, 407 Wembley Road, Parksville on Friday, November 14, 2014 at 1:30 pm with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society.

BANFORD, Anne Marilyn

(July 27, 1935 â€“ October 27, 2014) Anne passed away October 27, 2014 at Victoria Jubilee Hospital at age 79. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, and husband of 52 years, Frederick (Buck) Banford who left us in 2008. Anne was born July 27, 1935 in New Westminster where she spent her childhood. Following their marriage Anne and Fred lived in Crescent Beach, Coquitlam, and Langley; finally retiring to Qualicum Beach in 2002. Anne is survived by her brother Douglas Fairweather and his wife Pat; her five children: Hector (Betsy), Eliot (Kym), Kathryn, Julia (Wayde), Laurelle (Paul); her eight grandchildren: Jessica (Curt), Victoria, Dylan, Breanna, Aidan, Morgan, Cole, Elias; and her three great grandchildren: Anais, Eva and Fraser. Anne worked as a Dental Assistant prior to her marriage, after which she was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother for many happy years. After the children grew up Anne went back to work with Fred in his Dental practice until their retirement. For 50 years Anne was an active member of PEO (Philanthropic Educational Organization), an organization helping women with postsecondary education. She was also a charter member of the registered Canadian charity for womenâ€™s education, the JoAnn White Scholarship Foundation. In lieu of flowers, we would appreciate donations in her memory to that cause as it was dear to her heart. The JoAnn White Scholarship Foundation c/o Treasurer Margie Dempsey 1390 Cape Cod Drive Parksville, BC V9P 2Y3 She always kept a warm and welcoming home, and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. A celebration of life will be held on Friday November 28, 2014 from 11 AM to 3 PM at the Nanaimo Golf Club, 2800 Highland Blvd, Nanaimo.

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April 18, 1906-October 28, 2014 Edith passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 28th, 2014 at Arrowsmith Lodge, in her 109th year. She will be sadly missed by her children, Shirley (Clarence) Henry of Black Diamond, Alberta, Ronald (Audrey) King of Lloydminster, Saskatchewan, Jean Cotter of Parksville, BC, and Richard (Linda) King of Mexico and Arizona; 5 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and 23 great, great grandchildren; 3 step grandchildren; 6 step great grandchildren; and 2 step great, great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Edith was predeceased by her husband, Basil in 1971, granddaughter, Patricia Hessing in 2004, and her son-in-law, Bob Cotter in 2005. Edith was born in England, the 7th of 12 children. At the age of 14, she was out working as a maid. In 1927, her parents and the unmarried children immigrated to Canada and took up a homestead in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan. In 1930, she married Basil King and they raised their family on the farm. Edith was well known for her involvement in community. She was active in the Horticulture Society and Ladies Club as well as working hard on the farm. Her greatest love was her flower garden. She won many prizes at the local fairs. In 1990, she moved to BC where she continued to enjoy her flowers. She spent 16 years in Pioneer Village where she grew roses and many different flowers. During this time she also took up Tai Chai. Edith enjoyed this until she was 106. She was an avid reader and enjoyed card games. A Celebration of Life will be held in Edithâ€™s honour at 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 9th, 2014 at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Road in Parksville. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a charity of your choice in Edithâ€™s memory. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

Colin Lloyd Mosher June 23, 1960 â€“ November 1, 2014

It is with profound sadness that the family of Colin Mosher announce his sudden and unexpected passing on Saturday November 1st, 2014 at NRGH: he died of a massive cardiac arrest. Colin was born on June 23, 1960. He was predeceased by his father, Lloyd (2010); mother, Jean (1983); paternal grandfather, William (1988); and paternal grandmother, Kathleen (2004). Left to grieve are his loving daughters, Cara (Chris) and Jenna; his devoted sister, Crystal; brother, David; nephew, Kane; aunt, Kathleen; best friend, Matt and many other close friends. Colin was born in Prince Rupert, BC on his motherâ€™s birthday. His family moved to Ladner in 1969 and then to Qualicum Beach in 1971. Colin lived in Nanaimo for many years where he, and former wife Holly, raised their daughters. He was later married to Kris and then divorced. Colin moved back to Qualicum Beach in 2011. Colin worked at The Nanaimo Shipyards in the 1980s. Later, he and his father owned and operated the Queens Hotel, the Commerical Hotel and the Occidential Hotel in Nanaimo for over 25 years. He went on to be an owner operator for Island Farms, Medi Express and, for the past 8 years, Dynamex Canada Corp. Colin had exuberance and passion for life. He was extremely proud of his daughters and had a close and meaningful relationship with each of them. He was a loving brother to his sister and valued the closeness they shared. Colin was a caring uncle to his nephew and enjoyed the times they spent together. He was also a loyal friend to many and had an easy way of letting people know how much he cared about them. He was also a dedicated employee who cared very much about his coworkers and his customers. Colin loved living in Qualicum Beach and he felt proud and grateful for the home he was creating there, he loved his pet Henry. His hobbies included golfing, fishing, target shooting, cooking, kayaking, bike riding, gardening and cruisinâ€™ in his 67 Mustang. He loved music especially by the Beatles. Colin was kind, funny, generous, and real. He will be greatly missed. A Celebration of Life will be held in Colinâ€™s honour at 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 8th at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Rd in Parksville, BC followed by a private burial in the Qualicum Beach Cemetery. Donations in Colinâ€™s memory can be made to The Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Central Vancouver Island, #3 â€“ 2350 Labieux Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 3M6. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

WHIBLEY, Lukas Allen

Nov 8, 1995 - Aug 9, 2013

Remembering you with love on your â€œ19thâ€? birthday. Missing you every day, Mom, Dad, Ian and Marie

DEATHS

Richard Ward March 26, 1942 ~ October 29, 2014 Beloved husband, father, grandpa and friend, Richard passed away at Nanaimo Regional Hospital after a short battle with cancer. The family would like to thank the staff at the palliative care unit for their excellent care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pancreatic Cancer Canada at: http://www.pancrea ticcancercanada.ca/site/ PageServer?pagename =donate_main

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING EVENTS

TRUCKERS WANTED!

Come be a part of the Campbell River Starlight Big Truck Parade November 28th. Contact Jan 250-287-8642 janpwale@outlook.com

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

IN MEMORIAM

INFORMATION

PERSONALS

If you or anyone you know has been verbally of physically assaulted by a member of the Dental profession located in offices throughout the central to southern areas of Vancouver Island - please contact (confidentialdentalreport@out look.com) Anonymity is guaranteed-this is NOT a legal advice e-mail address. With your help, info. gathered may lead to a class action law suit.

SWM seeking a cute women who knows what she wants, between 40-50, who enjoys nature, walks & companionship. No email access. Plz contact via File # 50, PQB News, Box 1180, Parksville, BC,V9P 2H2

In loving Memory of

David Bohach June 17, 1942 - Sept 17, 2014

Your memory will stay in my heart, sweet, tender and true, Iâ€™ll think of you always David. Love, Darlene COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

VANCOUVER ISLAND WESTERN

HERITAGE ORGANIZATION

Our organization is a newly formed group dedicated to bringing a western rodeo event back to the mid-island. We have scheduled a dance and funraising event for your pleasure. To help us achieve our goal, we need your help! So come join us for fun, great music and a silent auction. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Coombs Rodeo Grounds - Doors open at 7pm MUSIC BY BOONDOCK Tickets available: Cranky Dog (Parksville), Coombs General Store, and at the door. $10.00. No minors.

CRAFT FAIRS

Christmas

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Craft Fairs *

Coombs Country CHRISTMAS

Craft FAIR Saturday December 6

10am-3pm

Free admission. Parking on site. New vendors welcome. Large 6000 sqft location for 2014.

* Pottery

Show & Sale

Saturday November 8 10amâ€“ 4pm Parksville Community Centre 132 E. Jensen Avenue Parksville, BC

Free Admission Door Prizes! www.arrowsmithpottersguild.bc.ca

35th Annual

Village Christmas Arts Faire Music by Fred Saliani Free Admission Free Parking

Coombs Fairgrounds Ford Road, Coombs 250-248-4458 www.coombsfair.com

IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, thatâ€™s your business. Want to STOP, we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous. 1-800-883-3968

NEW to the area? Call for your FREE package of info, gifts & greetings. Bev: 250-248-4720 PV Ann: 250-248-3390 QB Pat: 250-248-7119 NANOOSE New Program: Plus 50 . You donâ€™t have to be new to the Oceanside area to receive a visit from Welcome Wagon! You just have to be over the age of 50! Contact Pat.

The most Famous Baskets in the World! www.welcomewagon.ca

TENDERS SAINT ANDREWâ€™S Lane, Strata Plan VIS 2920 invites all qualified landscaping contractors to submit a tender for a lawn & garden maintenance package. The deadline for submitting a tender is 12:00 noon on Monday, November 10, 2014. For information regarding this tender package, please contact: The Kerr Group Management Corp. #5-886 Wembley Road, Parksville, BC. V9P 2E6. Phone 250-586-1100 or email admin@thekerrgroup.ca Only contractors with current WCB and general liability insurance (minimum $1 million) will be considered.

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

TRADES, TECHNICAL

CLEANING SERVICES

AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SHOP

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

in Qualicum Beach requires a licensed Automotive Technician with good diagnostic skills and work ethic. Competitive wage. Fax resumes to

(250) 752-3057.

TRAVEL GETAWAYS ITALY- Beautiful countryside, friendly locals, village house for rent. Anita, 250-655-4030.

ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

BOOKKEEPER F/T Bookkeeping position with a CGA firm in Qualicum Beach. Must have a strong knowledge of Simply Accounting, Excel and Payroll, with an attention to detail and government filing deadlines. Please apply via email to: debra@bjcga.net DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

PAYROLL CLERK

PERSONAL SERVICES

COMPUTER SERVICES

(Qualicum)

FINANCIAL SERVICES

BUYDENS Computer Services

School District 69 Permanent Payroll Clerk, 35.00 hours per week, 12 months per year, commencing as soon as possible. For details about this position and how to apply please visit Employment Opportunities on the Districtâ€™s website: www.sd69.bc.ca The closing date for applications is 4pm on Friday, November 14, 2014.

AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 w/ Airbrake â€˘ Guaranteed 40hr. Work Week & Overtime â€˘ Paid Travel & Lodging â€˘ Meal Allowance â€˘ 4 Weeks Vacation â€˘ Excellent Benefits Package

Must be able to have extended stays away from home. Up to 6 months. Must have valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 with airbrake license and have previous commercial driving experience. Apply at:www.sperryrail.com, careers & then choose the FastTRACK Application.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

Offering PC Repair and Personal Tutoring From Nanoose to Deep Bay

Call Kevin 250-240-7372

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

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVERS REQUIRED for the Pub. Must have â€œServe it Rightâ€?, a friendly attitude and be able to work evenings & weekends. Apply to: French Creek Marine Pub, 1025 Lee Rd, Parksville, BC. P/T LINE COOK required at Garyâ€™s Bistro. Wage negotiable, will train. Apply with resume, 115 2nd Ave, Qualicum.

LABOURERS

DRIVERS WANTED

WORK WANTED, Come home to a spotlessly clean home. Responsible & trustworthy with excellent references. Moving cleans available. Ann 250-240-0119.

GARDENING

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

SEASONAL FARM WORKERS NEEDED at

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We donâ€™t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Fax resumes to: 250-752-7566.

MEDICAL HEALTH

Bergen Farms to start February, 2015. 40 60 hrs/wk $10.33/hr. Work includes planting, weeding, pruning, harvesting fruit, and other farm work. Work is outdoors in all weather conditions & physically demanding.

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

HELP WANTED

JOB OPPORTUNITIES SERVICE ADVISOR and JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC Bluenose Motor Company is seeking an experienced Service Advisor and Journeyman Automotive Technician to join their team. Great work environment. Excellent compensation. Full benefit package. Candidates wishing to apply, please email or fax your resume, in confidence, to: bluenosemotor@telus.ca fax: 250-951-9844 The Sharp Design Landscaping Group- Call 250.248.3835

Imported Quality. Local Integrity.

Christmas Craft Fair

Saturday, November 22nd 10am-2pm Parksville Legion Hall on Hirst Canteen open for breakfast and lunch

WE HAVE HAPPY ADVERTISERS! Pauline Stead 250-905-0012

Ladies auxillary Bake table

Table rental $15.00 For reservations call Carol at 248-5060

Qualicum Beach Community Hall

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

Artisan

Fri. Nov 21 ~ 10-6 Sat. Nov 22 ~ 10-6 Sun. Nov 23 ~ 10-4

OCEANSIDE Lawn & Garden. Hedge trimming & shaping, tree cutting, trimming. Mowing, gutters. Fall clean-up specials! Call (250)240-1116.

Woodcraft, Lutherie, Supplies & Lessons

wood to works CALL US: 250-331-9392

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

RENTALS

GARDENING

FUEL/FIREWOOD

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDO

COTTAGES

RECREATION

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

PARKSVILLE: FURNISHED small cottage, 55+. NS/NP. Long term-weekly, Dec. 1st. Lorenâ€™s Plc. (250)248-4902.

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

Clean Burn Pellet Fuel Okanagan Pellet Fuel And Animal Bedding

Chris McLean 250-757-9232 or 1-877-581-3311

cfmclean@shaw.ca We Deliver!!

HANDYPERSONS ATTENTION SNOWBIRDS! A leak, broken window or frozen pipe could cause major problems if left unattended, including affecting insurance coverage. Call me to discuss your property monitoring needs. Reasonable rates, references available. VITO: 25O-24O-9613. 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

Serving Oceanside since 1977 Islandflyfishing@gmail.com

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

HOME REPAIRS CARE HOME REPAIR Experienced carpentry & painting. No GST! Seniorâ€™s Discount Call George @ 250-594-4407

CUSTOM CUT firewood and logs. Maple, alder, cedar, fir & hemlock. $150+ per cord. Kindling $20/bag. 250-752-9346.

KUBOTA DIESEL Generator Model GL6500S. Less than 170 hrs. On wheels. Elect start. Call 250-937-2767 OAK TABLE & 4 chairs $500. obo. Floral couch, loveseat & chair $300. Coffee table & matching end table $100. Oak queen bedroom set, best offer. Sofa-bed, queen, $100. TV stand with 2 doors $50. Call (250)752-5641. Wine Making Equip-Carboys (plastic & glass), corkerâ€™s, wine filter, and accessories. Call 250-757-9150

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 10 mins from Qualicum

Recently re-decorated

FURNITURE 2 BEAUTIFUL custom built love seats, light floral pattern. Perfect cond. 70â€?Lx30â€?D. Asking $400 ea. (250)752-5307.

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?

1bdrm $450 NS/NP.

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Call 1-250-594-3004 BEACH CLUB Residencesluxury 1 bdrm condo w/lots of amenities, pool, sauna, fitness rm. Long term lease required. Avail Jan, 2015. $1100/mo. Call 250-951-1073. CENTRAL QUALICUM Beach- Steps to all amenities, 1 bdrm 766sq ft apt in quiet, civilized building. Balcony, parking, NP/NS. $875/mo. Please call Bill (250)752-6997 PARKSVILLE: 930 sq.ft. ground level 2 bdrm condo. Insuite laundry, H/W floors, W/D, D/W, gas F/P, parking, NS/NP. Avail. Dec. 1. $950/mo. Refâ€™s reqâ€™d. 250-947-5151.

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1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251

2 bdrm, top floor fully renovated, elevator Gourmet kitchen with dishwasher & new cabinets full size fridge/stove Large patio vinyl deck. Clean quiet, secure. Heat/hot water included $1100/mo. N/S, N/P

Call 250-248-9322

Dan Poirier ~ Owner

Residential & Commercial WCB Insured

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

IRRIGATION BLOWOUT starting NOVEMBER Book now! Fall clean-ups, pruning, lawn mowing & weeding.

Get ready for your JULY SERVICE DIRECTORY â€˘ Call The News 250-905-0012 TODAY!

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Window Cleaning

Delivered to almost 16,000Cedar homes panels,

(work) 250-240-3459 (home) 250-586-8588

Home Repairs

Excavating and Drainage

Got a Screw Loose?

KERRY GRAY EXCAVATING & TRUCKING

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WINDOW CLEANING Fast, Friendly Service Commercial & Residential

farm fencing &

20 yrs. experience. Free estimates.

Housesitting services offered.

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Construction - Remodeling 752-8403 Toll Free: 1-800-841-3766

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OCEAN SANDS RESORT on Rathtrevor Beach. Fully furnished 2 bdrm condos includes utilities, cable, phone & internet. Units available starting Sept 15. $1100/mo. Call (250)954-0662.

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QUALICUM BEACH RancherClose to town, on quiet cul-desac, 3 bdrms 2 bath, NS/NP. $1350/mo. Avail. November. Call (604)985-1563.

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PARKSVILLE: 1255 sqft, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 applâ€™s, blocks from school/library/beach. Priv. fenced yard. Garage. Utilâ€™s incldâ€™d. N/S, refâ€™s. Avail. Dec. 1. $1075. Call (778)4243035 or (250)897-2782.

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Sales & Service.

2 bdrm, second floor New Dura-deck patio Clean, quiet, secure Heat/hot water included $900/mo. N/S, N/P

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

OXFORD Home/Commercial Renoâ€™s & Painting. Oct-Jan painting specials, 15% off. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. Call 250-228-5204.

Sites available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly, monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking, fishing, Pickle Ball Court. Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area. www.resortonthelake.com 250-754-1975 or

ERRINGTON: RECENT reno, all applâ€™s. Logging Rd close by, quite area. Small pet ok. $1100/mo. 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath. Avail Nov, 1. 250-951-2823.

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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.

BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES

MODULAR HOMES

Hi-Rigger

PAINTING

RETIRED Plumber Repairs, fixture replace, H/W tanks. (250)586-9691.

MOBILE HOMES & PADS HILLIERS- $800 6 appls,clean 2 bdrm, woodstove, mtn view, Details at Kijiji. 250-752-0777.

Tree Services

WINTER FREEZE Protection. Irrigation Blow-outs. Call Aqua Nova (250)228-6682.

PLUMBING

LUXURIOUS OCEAN front condo. Enjoy 180 panoramic view, covered deck, new applâ€™s, gas f/p, walk in closet, underground parking, d/w, w/d, elevator, hardwood laminate, beautifully decored, furnished or not. Successful applicant will have excellent references. $1000/mo plus utilities. Call 250-713-6352

SERVICE DIRECTORY

IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

PROFESSIONAL PAINTER$18/hr. High quality workmanship. Call Julia, (250)594-6611

QUALICUM BEACH 1 bdrm fully furnished on waterfront. Elect, heat, water, w/d, basic cable & internet included. $1000/mo n/p, n/s. Call 250752-5063

PARKSVILLE: FABULOUS views, private, quiet. $500 inclds hydro, internet, cable, laundry, own bathroom & bedroom. Refâ€™s. (250)248-4334.

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FAST, FRIENDLY, RELIABLE QUALITY WORK AT A FAIR PRICE. TODAY!

GUTTERS, SIDING & ROOF DEMOSSING

250-248-0422 Qualicum Beach, Parksville & surrounding areas.

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Window / Gutter Cleaning

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 21 SPEED Mountain bike, good condition, new tires, $45. Call (250)586-5250.

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

CALL THE OLD GUY! Retired Contractor, fixes mistakes, saves marriages, & Paints by numbers!

Itâ€™s the little things that count. Tightens hinges, installs light bulbs. Repairs broken toilets & kitchen sinks. Lays floors, hangs doors, builds walls or suites. AND repairs fences & leaky gutters.

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Many Moons of Experience!

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

â€˘ Landscape preparation â€˘ Stump removal â€˘ Driveway preparation â€˘ Land & brush clearing â€˘ Lawn removal â€˘ Site prep â€˘ Drainage ditching â€˘ Delivery of gravel, mulch, etc â€˘ Removal of yard debris â€˘ Demolition work â€˘ CONCRETE/ROCK BREAKER â€˘ STUMP GRINDER â€˘ FENCE POST HOLE AUGER & PACKER â€œDonâ€™t break your back. Let Kerry do the digging.â€?

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Owner/Operator with 21 Yearsâ€™ Experience

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Itâ€™s Gutter Season!

Fall has Fallen. Protect your home from unnecessary overflow damage with your guaranteed Gutter Cleaning Service Professional.

$15 OFF all November Bookings! Call now to ensure your place in the Fall schedule! Specializing in Residential Window & Gutter Cleaning. Licensed, Reliable and Fully Insured. www.islandguttercleaning.ca

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RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

STORAGE

AUTO FINANCING

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.

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SUITES, UPPER QUALICUM: BACHELOR suite, with mountain view on private acreage, 3 appls + W/D, heat/hydro & satellite incldâ€™d, NS/NP, refs reqâ€™d. $650/mo. Call (250)752-3557. SMALL COTTAGE, near Qualicum. Need car. $585. inclds utils, wi-fi, shared phone. (250)594-6611.

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Sat., November 8th â€˘ 7-11pm in the pub

HOROSCOPES

For Nov. 6 - Nov. 13, 2014 ARIES Act on your instincts when the mental and emotional alarm bells start to ring.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

RE/MAX First Realty Property Management

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101-897 W. Island Hwy, Parksville, B.C. Each office independently owner and operated

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10-year-old Aubrey Rayner has only been racing for months but is second in the province T YSON TAYLOR

plate next season. In 2014 she was given No. 204, next year she will be given No. 4 in class Aubrey Rayner only just started competing and No. 2 in cruiser. in BMX races this year, but with 10 straight vicThe Grand Nationals mark the official end tories out of the gate, she’s quickly leaving her of the season for Rayner, but she will still be mark on the sport. riding this winter. She said she will be trainWith those wins, the 10-year-old Huu-ay- ing and racing at the Abbotsford indoor track, aht youth, who lives in Parksville, has been as well as in the U.S. at the Peninsula indoor bumped up to the expert class in girls BMX. track, in Port Orchard, Washington. She discovered the sport about eight She said she loves the sport because it is months ago, and since then something she gets to do with Next year I want to be has been winning races and her father, Stephen Rayner. the very best, I want to be And with the off-season ahead having a lot of fun. number one “I’ve always like biking,” of her, she plans on doing a lot AUBREY RAYNER she said. “I used to mountain of riding with her dad. bike, but this is so much fun, “My dad and I ride a lot together, it’s how I got started,” and I really like to compete she said. “I really enjoy having something I now.” Rayner has won a number of Vancouver can do with my dad. I ride my bike with my Island championships in both the girls’ class friends, but they don’t do this kind of thing.” Through the sport of competitive BMX, and cruiser races. The girls’ class features a 20inch bike wheel (pictured), while cruiser is a Rayner said she has made lots of friends and she looks forward to continuing to do more 24-inch wheel. She placed second in the province in her of the same next season. With lots of girls getbike class for the season and was ranked fifth ting into the sport, Rayner said it makes it a lot in class and fourth in cruiser going into the more fun to be involved. As for her goals, she Grand National race in Chilliwack October 10- wants to go to the Olympics somewhere along her track. 12. “Next year I want to be the very best, I want She earned her place among the best in the to be number one,” she said, “In order to do country at the national races. She said by placing well in the 2014 season, that I have to keep riding my bike lots and she will have earned a lower number on her training hard.”

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The Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals are looking for a second straight win as they head to Comox for the first of a home-and-home series with the Glacier Kings. Friday night (7 p.m.) the Gens are in Comox looking for their first win against them this season, looking to break their four game losing streak against Comox and add to their win last weekend against Nanaimo. “It’s fun to win and it’s fun to be behind the bench to see

these kids succeed,” head coach Chuck Kessler said. “They’ve been working hard and seeing them get that win last week was rewarding. They are putting all that effort in and to get the win is huge. It’s a morale booster, getting a victory with all the hard work instead of coming out with a loss.” The Gens made a pair of moves last week trading Cam Nickerson with defenseman Tanner Browne from the Kerry Park Islanders. It’s the trade of a goal scoring defenseman for a goal scorer in Nickerson.

Nickerson, a 17-year-old from Duncan, has 13 points (eight goals, five assists) on the season and will give them a much needed boost up front. “Nickerson really helps solidify our team up the middle,” Kessler said. “He’s a player that’s shown he can put the puck in the net and that’s what we need, guys who can put the puck in the net up front.” “Our centres allow us to split the ice in different ways and make it easier for the defense. Playing that center spot

is tough but he’s going to add a lot to our team.” The Generals also picked up another forward, 18-year-old Harrison Davies, from Calgary who has played one game for them, while Nickerson has suited up for two. Saturday night the Glacier Kings and Gens will battle at Oceanside Place with a 7:30 p.m. puck drop. The Generals will be looking for a quick start again, like last weekend against the Buccaneers, to earn their first back to back wins.

“We’ll enjoy ourselves this week, we’ve been working hard on the little things and it’s showing,” Kessler said. “We’ve been putting a lot of bricks in the wall and building ourselves up as a team. We’ll be re-visiting what made us have success this past weekend and have some more work on our conditioning.” “Our puck possession has been great the last few games too and we’re hoping to work and improve on that.” See PHOTO, page A38

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100-meter backstroke. Ben Roberts, 11, finished in second in the 50-meter backstroke. Jack Confortin, 13, had a first place finish in the 400-meter freestyle, second in the 200-meter individual medley and four third place finishes. Joanna Redenbach, 14, had five first place finishes and two second place finishes. Megan Romkes, 15, had two second place finishes in the 200-meter individual medley and the 100-meter fly. Jenna Horton, a first year swimmer with the club, had a strong showing at her first ever meet as well.

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pretty humiliating beat down,” coach John Philip said. “We’re usually pretty lucky to score 12 points. For some reason on Saturday we approached the match with a different attitude and came out determined to play better.” The outcome was an entertaining match, which the Whalers won by a score of 2520, 20-25, 15-12. Emily Robertson, Chloe Pezel and Mariah St Pierre had five kills each in a well-distributed attack. The Whalers then found themselves up against the host

Wolves, who have been playing well all season and lived up to their number one AAA provincial ranking. The Wolves were just too much for the Whalers in the final, beating them 25-8, 25-13. With the team steadily improving, the Whalers will now head to Dover Bay for the North Island Championships. Finish with a good placing and it’s on to the Island Championships. The Whalers senior girls will then host the girl’s AAA Provincial Volleyball Championships, November 27-29.

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November 11th Remembrance Day Events: QUALICUM BEACH: 10:15 a.m. - Parade forms at liquor store parking lot on Primrose Street and will march to the Civic Centre. 11 a.m. - Remembrance Day service inside the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre then parade forms for a march to the Legion at 180 Veterans Way for the March Past and Salute. The public is invited to the Legion for a reception after the ceremony.

PARKSVILLE: 10:30 a.m. - Parade musters at Parksville Legion on Hirst Avenue and marches to the cenotaph at Civic Centre corner of Craig Street and Jensen Avenue. 11 a.m. - Remembrance Day service at cenotaph and fly past. The public is invited to the Legion for a reception after the ceremony.

BOWSER: 10:30 a.m. - Parade forms at Magnolia Court parking lot and marches to the cenotaph at the Legion located at 7035 West Island Highway. 11 a.m. - Remembrance Day service at the Legion. After the service the Ladies Auxiliary will be serving a light lunch in the Legion Hall. BRENDA GOUGH PHOTO

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As the world marks the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War and the 75th anniversary of the Second World War, there is renewed interest in military history this Remembrance Day. The last First World War veteran died a couple years ago, and those with living memory of the Second World War are entering their 90s, meaning current generations increasingly have to turn to memorabilia and museums to get any sense of those wars. "We have a lot of SUBMITTED BY THE QUALICUM BEACH MUSEUM stuff from World War A photo of First World War officers at the Qualicum Beach Hotel while it was used as a convaTwo," said Parksville lescent home, is part of the Qualicum Beach Museum collection they hope to expand. museum manager Nikki Gervais, "we also have a collection of odd things from to unpack, identify and either display lection is very limited and they are hoping to build up over the next four the Second Boer War right around the or re-pack a bunch of their collection. turn of the century (1899-1902)," she With Qualicum Beach focusing on years while they mark different 100th said, pointing out that little commu- the 100th anniversary of the train sta- anniversaries from the war, hopefully nity museums are dependent on what tion that was so important in establish- marking the end of the war with a bigpeople donate. ing the town, the museum has been the ger display. Similarly local Legion branches have They have some things from the focus of a lot of interest in the town's some photos and information, but say First World War, including a few pho- history this year. tos, a field dressing kit, a Christmas bo"We are marking the 100th anni- their First World War connections in nus tin, some shells and a uniform. versary of the train station, and of particular are very limited and they are She said thanks to the well meaning course that became important in always looking for more details about volunteers who ran the museum un- sending troops to the war," said Qual- local connections to the war. Stop in or contact the local organitil recently, they have many boxes of icum Beach museum manager Natanitems carefully packed away that had ja Waddel, adding that the Qualicum zations: Parksville museum (250-248been donated, including uniforms, but Beach Inn was used as a convalescent 6966), Qualicum Beach museum (7525533), Parksville Legion (248-6842), they don't have sufficient documenta- home. She said that while the war was Qualicum Beach Legion (752-9632), tion to be certain what they are. They are engaged in a slow process important to local history their col- Bowser Legion (757-9222).

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Poppy Campaign & Remembrance Day Candlelight Tribute Ceremony - Mon., Nov. 10th - 4:30 p.m. Qualicum Beach Legion Cenotaph. Public is welcome to participate. Purchase candles ($3.50 ea.) at the Legion by Nov. 9.

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The Bowser Legion is a cornerstone of the community. It has approximately 350 active members and hosts many community events throughout the year, including, of course, the annual Remembrance Day ceremony. Sergeant-at-Arms Rick Nickerson explains how it all began. “A number of people who live in this area had come back from World War II and they didn’t like the fact that they had to go to Qualicum Beach to go to a Legion,” he said, noting it was too far away. So in late 1946 an application was made to Dominion Command of the Legion to obtain a charter and form their own local branch. On March 26, 1947 a Branch Charter from the Canadian Legion of the British Empire Service League was issued for the Bowser and District Branch 211. Nickerson said over the next two years land was sought and funds were raised. He said 120 debentures were sold for $25, which was enough to start construction in 1949. According to the Bowser Legion website, none of the debentures have been turned in for payment. Also in 1949 women in the area came together to form a Ladies Auxiliary in support of legion activities. Nickerson said the legion “became the centre of the community.” He said the first dance was held in 1949 — and a poster advertising the event hangs in the legion hall today. Over the years, the legion has become a focal point of Bowser. A few additions have been made to the main hall, such as a commercial kitchen, a lounge and a small area for pool. Nickerson said just a few years ago the legion also became an emergency reception centre for Bowser. The building is approximately 4,000 square feet. Nickerson said it entertains regular legion functions and is open Tuesday to Saturday nights with something going on each night including men’s and ladies’ pool, a mixed dart league, a crib league and a Texas Hold’em night to name a few. He said the Bowser Legion is always looking for new members and “there is no exclusion for who can be a legion member anymore.” The Bowser Legion is located at 7035 West Island Highway. For more information visit www.rcl211.ca or contact 250-757-9222.

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The Qualicum Beach Legion will once again light up the town the evening before Remembrance Day. Qualicum Beach Legion Branch 76 public relations officer Lynn MacLean explains the annual Candlelight Tribute Ceremony will be hosted Nov. 10 at the Qualicum Beach Legion cenotaph. MacLean explains the Candlelight Tribute Service was started in 1995 in the Netherlands when Dutch children laid lighted candles on the graves of Canadian soldiers, leaving them burning overnight in silent tribute to the fallen. Since that time, candlelight tributes have popularized in Canada and Europe. “As far as we know, we are the only Legion locally that has this tribute ceremony,” said MacLean. She said the candles that are used in the Qualicum Beach ceremony are made in the Netherlands for this specific purpose. MacLean said the tribute is an opportunity for our Legion members and the public to pay a special personal tribute to fallen service personnel. “I pay personal tribute to two uncles who served in WWll — both Newfoundlanders — Tom Godden who served in the British Army and Hubert Godden (who) served in the RAF,” she said. “People who don’t have a family member or somebody specific they want to remember are still encouraged to come, last year a number of people bought candles for Afghan veterans who have passed away.” The Candlelight Tribute Ceremony will take place on Nov. 10 at 4.30 p.m. at the Qualicum Beach Legion cenotaph. MacLean said the subtle glow of these candles, especially when placed in numbers, creates a solemn and unforgettable image for the evening of Remembrance. “It’s just beautiful,” she said. “The Legion commitment is to care for all veterans. Our

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The annual Candlelight Tribute Ceremony will take place on Nov. 10 at 4.30 p.m. at the Qualicum Beach Legion cenotaph. Candles are available to purchase at the Legion until Nov. 9.

young service personnel of today and tomorrow are our newest veterans. That holds true today in my family as my brother is currently serving in the Canadian Air Force and is an Afghanistan veteran.” MacLean said “if you can’t remember war, think of peace.” The Candlelight Tribute Ceremony is open to the public. Candles are available at the Qualicum Beach Legion located at 180 Veterans Way for $3.50 each. The Legion is open every day from noon to 8 p.m. Alternatively, you can contact Shirley Layman at 250-752-9522 to purchase a candle. Candle sales will end on Nov. 9. Proceeds from the candle sales will go towards the poppy fund for veterans.

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“REMEMBER THOSE WHO DIED FOR OUR FREEDOM”

Cadets keeping tradition alive Canadian Cadet Program started in the late 1800s JESSICA SKELTON reporter@pqbnews.com

During the First World War, Military drills have long over 64,000 cadets enrolled in been an integral part of Rethe program and thousands membrance Day ceremonies. of those volunteered to serve This year, Cpl. Matthew Mataoverseas. jic, 13, of the 893 Beaufort Soon the Navy and Air Force Squadron Air Cadets will get to became interested in organizexperience this first hand. ing their own cadet branches, On Nov. 11, the second year which they did in 1917 and cadet will perform cenotaph 1941, respectively. Like army duty for the first time. cadets, these navy and air force “It’s important,” he said programs were essentially of his new role. “You have to training grounds for future Cashow you care.” nadian Forces. Matajic is one of four air In the 1960s and 70s, howcadets from his squadron who ever, the cadet’s military direcwill perform cenotaph duty, tion permanently changed. Not which involves standing guard only were women allowed to and performing drills with a rijoin rank, but the military-style fle. Two cadets will guard over training and drills and other Parksville’s ceremony and two activities were instead used to will go to Qualicum Beach. instill the important of physical Each pair will be also be joined fitness, citizenship and leaderby two members of the RCSCC ship in youth. 296 Esquilmalt sea cadet corps. “I joined as soon as I could,” Warrant Officer Second said Matajic, who attends KSS. Class Robert Filmer, 16, is in “There’s so much that you get charge of training the air cafrom it.” dets for their duty. “They’re Matajic, however, also recdoing really well,” he said in ognizes the importance of givlate Oct. after their first week of ing back to the program. That’s JESSICA SKELTON PHOTO training. “It’s a very important why he is so eager to help “reposition ... They’re protecting Cpl. Matthew Matajic, 13, of the 893 Beaufort member those who died for the cenotaph, the flags and ev- Squadron Air Cadets will take part in his first cenoour freedom” and support those taph duty, which involves standing guard and pereryone else there.” who are still fighting. He also According to Filmer, all the forming drills with a rifle, this year at the Nov. 11 believes cadets should not be other cadets will also be in- Remembrance Day ceremonies. “It’s important,” he the only youth attending Revolved at the Nov. 11 ceremo- said of his new role. “You have to show you care.” In membrance Day ceremonies at nies by marching in the parade. total, four air cadets and four sea cadets take part in the Parksville Qualicum Beach Matajic, Filmer and their cenotaph duty in the Parksville Qualicum Beach area. cenotaphs. “Get your parents to comrades are part of longstandtake you, watch and listen,” he ing relationship between the military and youth. According said. to the cadet’s official website, the Canadian Cadet Program Norm Woodcock, service officer at the Qualicum Beach started in the late 1800s with its army branch. At the time, Legion Branch 76. “Children aren’t going to find out [about it was a part of a young militia school program of training Remembrance Day and its significance] without encourageyoung boys in military skills and drill. ment … That has to be the job of parents and grandparents.”

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At 92, Patrick Ribbins said he’s getting lazy... well, except for the occasional round of golf when he’s feeling up to it. But every second of rest is well-deserved for this veteran. During the Second World War, Ribbins was anything but lazy. In fact, he has a new medal to prove it. Ribbins has been awarded the rank of Knight in the French National Order of the Legion of Honour, which was created by the French government to honour those who had fought in the Battle of Normandy. Norm Woodcock, service officer for the Qualicum Beach Legion Branch 76, found out about the award in Nov. 2013. “As soon as I read it (the memo), I thought of Patrick,” he said. Ribbions, who was born into an air force family stationed in Calcutta, dropped his architectural studies at the University of Southampton and joined the RAF in 1940 at 18 years old. As detailed in the flight log book that he still keeps, Ribbins rose to fly with the Pathfinder group by the time Normandy started. This squadron flew into action first to locate and mark targets with flares. Of course, as first in the Pathfinders drew the heaviest anti-aircraft fire. In June 1944, Ribbins was dispatched to bomb an acrodrome where the Panzer Division was stationed. In the heavy bombardment, his aircraft lost two engines and he received a shrapnel wound to the leg. However, Ribbins managed to return safely to base and for this flight, he earned the Distinguished Flying Cross. Ribbins continued to fly throughout the Normandy campaign with

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Ever humble Patrick Ribbins poses without his medals at his Parksville home. When first asked about his role in the war, he replied, “Ask anyone who’s been through what I’ve been through. They’re not really interested in remembering.” However, Ribbins does believe it’s important to remember the actions and sacrifices of service men and women. He and his wife Shirley always make it to a Remembrance Day ceremony on Nov.11. “I think it’s like going to Easter or Christmas… it’s part of the ceremonies we have in life,” said Shirley.

great success. At war’s end, he was discharged from the RAF as a Squadron Leader and his actions have earned him eight medals. It was those medals--and the details in his flight log--that helped Woodcock and Ribbins prove the former pilot’s role in Normandy. Armed with photocopies and pictures, Woodcock raced to meet the Dec. 2013 application deadline which was only a month from when he had first learned of the award. “It was a little tight,” he admitted. Once submitted, nobody heard anything for nearly a year. “We didn’t hear about it until about a month and a half ago,” Ribbins said in Oct. But when the letter did come and they learned

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Ribbins has been awarded the rank of knight, jaws dropped. “We were surprised,” said Ribbin’s wife Shirley. Like Patrick, she had expected only a medal. But Ribbins is ever humble about his new award and the deeds that earned it, saying “I’m no different from any other serviceman.” Shirley laughed when she heard that. “Pat doesn’t receive accolades very well,” she said. “He’s achieved so much.” Woodcock, however, is “delighted” for Ribbin’s achievement. He also sees the knighthood serving as an important reminder for the community at large, saying “It’s great for people to know they had someone like that servicing on their side.”

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Students learning about the past Each school in District 69 has its own plans to mark Remembrance Day AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com

As the name suggests, Remembrance Day is about honouring and remembering those who have served in the Canadian military, and passing that on to students has always been a big part of the holiday. “All the schools always do something and do a lot of activities around Remembrance Day,” said District 69 assistant superintendent Gillian Wilson. She said the day will have added significance this year in light of the recent shooting of a soldier on Parliament Hill. NEWS FILE PHOTO She said hopefully Students and youth have always been an important part of Remembrance Day ceremonies. students will connect with Remembrance Day through the recent organizing that school’s ceremonies. cial guests like veterans before the actutragedy, but she pointed out that each “We’ll have an assembly at 10:30 al holiday, to talk about their experiencschool has their own plans to mark the a.m. Monday, because there’s no school es serving Canada in war, conflict and occasion. Tuesday, with actual military members peace. Some schools, she said, are doing from the community,” he said. It is also common for students to ceremonies at different times, to “share There will be at least one veteran on learn about the history of the day, which the limited resources” of the area’s Le- hand, he said, and they will host the full started in 1919 as Armistice Day, markgions and veterans. military service in the school gymnasi- ing the end of the First World War. Because schools are closed on Tues- um. Students also often learn and recite day, November 11 itself, they will hold In the past Kwalicum Secondary In Flanders Fields and review the history assemblies on Monday, usually with School has also been known for it’s Re- of the remembrance poppy, which grow guests, including parents and local vet- membrance Day themed displays in the in some of the First World War’s worst erans, and often with other displays and multipurpose room, with artwork from battle fields, in areas like Flanders. projects to help learn about and demon- students that Wilson said can be “surThe poem, by Canadian doctor lieustrate the topic. real, quite a beautiful and powerful dis- tenant colonel John McCrae, is widely “I’ve been in the cadet program for play.” recognized throughout the Commonfive years, so I know all the military proThe elementary schools also get into wealth and the U.S. and has made the tocol,” said Kwalikum Secondary School the meaning of the special day, with poppy and their resemblance of blood Grade 11 student Robert Filmer who is some younger grades bringing in spe- on the field, a poignant symbol.

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REMEMBER In keeping with a tradition since 2001, all Quality Foods stores close each Remembrance Day to pause and reflect on the importance of the role of our past and present service men and women. Whether in times of war or peace, we are ever grateful for these brave souls who put themselves in harm’s way for the greater good of all Canadians.

This year, with continuing turmoil worldwide, the need becomes even more apparent to keep November 11 aside for current & future generations’ to remember and appreciate their courage and sacrifices made in the name of freedom. We believe that when we stand united in acts of remembrance, we can make a world of difference.

All Quality Foods stores will be closed Tuesday, November 11 For the Fallen (excerpt) They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. -Lawrence Binyon