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School board sees seven new trustees elected to office

Valerie Wilson and husband Bill McKay, share a moment when they both realize McKay will lead city council as Nanaimo’s next mayor. Wilson and McKay were at the Shaw Auditorium Saturday, where ballot results were posted.

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BY TAMARA CUNNINGHAM THE NEWS BULLETIN

City councillor Bill McKay is the new mayor of Nanaimo.

McKay won the mayoral seat Saturday with 30 per cent of the vote, defeating runners up Bill Holdom and Roger McKinnon, unofficial election results show.

He also unseats two-term mayor John Ruttan, who came fourth in the vote count.

Joining McKay will be three incumbents, including top vote getter Bill Bestwick, Jim Kipp and Diane Brennan, who eked out a 100-vote win over Fred Pattje. Also at the council table will be Bill Yoachim, Wendy Pratt, Jerry Hong, Ian Thorpe and Gord Fuller.

“I’m just absolutely over the moon right now and I have to say, somewhat humbled as well,” said

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FOR MORE municipal election coverage, including results for Lantzville and Regional District of Nanaimo, please see pages 2 and 3.

McKay, shortly after the win. “The fact that this community and thousands and thousands of people would go out and put their confidence in me and the team they’ve assembled

for me, I think that’s absolutely fantastic news.”

McKay, a first-term city councillor prior to becoming mayor-elect, won 6,400 votes – surging ahead of second-place finisher Holdom, who had 4,265 votes and McKinnon with 3,381.

Ruttan came in fourth with 3,212 votes.

McKay said he was stunned his messaging resonated with as many people as it did, and wants to now become the “most a p p ro a c h a b l e m a y o r Nanaimo has ever seen.”

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The Nanaimo school district board will see high turnover with seven new trustees elected to sit at the table for the next four years.

According to preliminar y election results, Stephanie Higginson, Scott Kimler, Jeff Solomon, Steve Rae, Natasha Bob, Tania Brzovic and Noah Routley were voted in as trustees, joined by incumbents Jamie Brennan and Bill Robinson.

The last board approved a 10-year facilities plan, which included the closure of Cedar Community Secondary School, and while Higginson, Kimler and Rae are part of the Save Cedar Schools coalition, Higginson and Rae are not committing to reversing the closure.

Higginson, who received the most votes with 9,545, said the coalition has a strong argument that closure and conversion of the school is not in the best interests of the board, but

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If they truly are the best decisions for the district, then that’s the way things will stay.

wants to look at all the information.

“The whole thing I kept hearing through that whole [school closure] process was, ‘This is the best educational and economic decision for our board,’ but no one would back that up. So what I’m really looking forward to is being on the other side of the curtain and getting access to all the information and finding out why the decisions were made the way they were.

“If they truly are the best decisions for the district, then that’s the way things will stay,” said Higginson.

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Gord Fuller talks to reporters after his first council win Saturday.

Ruttan, who was at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre Saturday as the results came in, said he was disappointed, but wishes McKay every success.

“The vote was very much in favour of Bill McKay and ... I think he worked very hard in the campaign, there is no doubt about that,” he said. “I wish him well.”

Fifth time was the charm for city watcher Gord Fuller, who will be taking a seat at the council table for the first time. He called his win surreal and said he believes more and more people have recognized he’s the real deal.

“I actually walk the walk and I am out there and I’m doing things and have been,” he said. “I think they see that I have been able to make change over the years not being on council and they see that as a reason for me to be on council.”

Wendy Pratt, the executive director

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of Nanaimo Community Hospice Society, said she’s retiring from the organization which has been her heart and soul for 15 years and she sees council as a continuation of service to the community.

“I know it’s going to be a big learning curve and I’m just ready to do the work,” she said.

“I’ve got the skills, I’ve got the time, I’ve got the commitment, the energy, I’ve got all of that.”

According to the City of Nanaimo, this election saw voter turnout reach 34.7 per cent, compared to 26.9 per cent in 2011.

Results are still considered preliminary and will be confirmed Wednesday (Nov.19) when the count is finalized.

For a full list of the election results, plese visit the city’s website at www. nanaimo.ca.

For more on McKay’s priorities as mayor, please see page 3.

“But we also have to make these decisions with the communities that are being affected by them,” said Higginson.

Rae said he doesn’t want to cancel the plan but would like to suspend it. There are seven new trustees and the board needs to step back and do a thorough evaluation, he said.

“I will say this. If it is the right thing to do, to close that school, I’ll support it but they haven’t proven that to me or any of the other people that I’m aware,” Rae said.

“It would be irresponsible of me to say that I want to go in there and re-open that school because I don’t know if that’s the right thing to do. I know how I felt as [part of] Save Cedar Schools but that’s not my role now. My role is what’s best for the whole district,” he said.

Sharon Welch, Kim Howland, Nancy Curley, TerryLynn Saunders, Dot Neary and Bill Bard were not re-elected.

Results for the 2014 Nanaimo municipal election will become official tomorrow (Nov. 19).

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Inbrief Haime reclaims mayor’s seat in Lantzville city scene

McPherson retains seat Alec McPherson has been re-elected to represent Electoral Area A (South Wellington, Cassidy and Cedar) on the Regional District of Nanaimo board.

Based on preliminary results, McPherson beat out challenger Rosmy Jean Louis, taking 688 of a total 1,212 votes.

Based on last night’s unofficial numbers for Area E (Nanoose), Bob Rogers will replace retiring director George Holme on the regional district board.

Rogers received 687 of 1,446 total votes, while rival candidates Ed Mayne and Gordon Wiebe took 359 and 400 votes respectively.

Howard Houle, director for Area B (Gabriola and surrounding islands), and Maureen Young, director for Area C (Extension, East Wellington and Pleasant Valley), were acclaimed.

Voting numbers for the 2014 civic election will be made official on Wednesday (Nov. 19).

Voter turnout edges upward Voter turnout in Saturday’s municipal election was up more than 7 percentage points from the last election in 2011.

In Nanaimo, 34.7 per cent of eligible voters cast a ballot, compared to 26.9 per cent three years ago.

Voter turnout in Lantzville was up, too, with 49.3 per cent of the electorate casting votes, compared to 44.1 per cent in 2011.

For more statistics and election results, please visit the City of Nanaimo’s website at www.nanaimo.ca.

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Lantzville’s former mayor Colin Haime will reclaim the leadership seat, after a decisive win at the polls Saturday.

Haime won a three-way fight for the Lantzville mayoralty, earning 46.8 per cent of the vote and unseating one-term mayor Jack de Jong. De Jong and Coun. Joe Bratkowski were evenly split at 372 votes.

According to preliminar y results, Haime’s council will include Jennifer Millbank, the highest vote getter with 781 ballots, along with Rod Negrave, John Coulson, Denise Haime (incumbent), David Scott and Graham Savage (incumbent).

Haime said it feels good to win and in a discussion with the News Bulletin, talked about his new mandate and council – a team

he admits he initially felt a little in September without prior public apprehension about because of notice, and shortly after releasing politicians’ personalities. the full, renegotiated agreement “Trying to manage those per- to residents for the first time. sonalities and give respect for Haime said even people who were their expertise ... going to benefit sometimes can by the agreement be a little bit chalwere bothered that lenging,” he said, council approved it adding that with without any public overnight reflection consultation. he’s “really excited” He also claims about the mix. pockets of areas, Haime, a threelike Black Jack Drive term mayor, was and Alger Road, the only person to were excluded claim Lantzville’s from the contract, mayoral title until while his proposed his loss to de Jong changes include in 2011. During this amendments to election, he promprovide water for ised a 60-day pri“all existing resiority to introduce dents on wells” as colIN HAIME a policy for the well as water conrelease of in-camera nections to revitaldocuments and townhall meet- ize the village core. ings. He also proposed re-working Taking another look at the deal a 20-year water supply agreement is one mandate he believes votwith the City of Nanaimo – one ers have given him, as well as move he and de Jong both point controlling spending. to as being behind his win.

Developers of the Lantzville Lantzville council inked the deal Foothills Estates had planned to

begin public consultation over a phased development agreement the current council agreed to in a recent memorandum of understanding. Haime said he’s OK with a new agreement if safeguards from the original agreement remain, but that the issue will be put on the back burner for now.

De Jong, who had sought a second-term, said losing is always a bit of a disappointment, but acknowledges they went into the campaign with baggage, not the least of which was the water deal.

“Colin ran a very good campaign and certainly one of the issues was the water negotiation and the rapidity that we processed that,” de Jong said.

The voter turnout at Lantzville’s election was 49.3 per cent compared to 44.1 per cent in 2011 and 21.6 per cent in 2008. Voters also answered a referendum question on the size of council with 58.8 per cent in favour to reduce representation from a mayor and six councillors to a mayor and four.

Changes will take effect in the next election. news@nanaimobulletin.com

McKay sets priorities for upcoming term as Nanaimo mayor

By Tamara Cunningham THE NEWS BuLLETIN

New city committees, an investigation into the Leadercast event and a decision on the Colliery dams are actions proposed by mayor-elect Bill McKay as he prepares to take on Nanaimo’s top job.

McKay, a first-term city councillor, won the leadership race Saturday, defeating Bill Holdom for the title by more than 2,000 ballots and with 30 per cent of the vote. He also unseats two-term mayor John Ruttan.

In a post-election interview, McKay talked about the win and his new council, the tasks ahead of them and his spending over the last term, which remains the highest on council.

The victory was surreal Saturday night, according to McKay, who says the “three amigos” – himself, Bill Bestwick and Jim Kipp – are sitting in the centre three seats after being significantly marginalized for the last three years.

“At one o’clock in the morning Val and I were sitting out ... on the

back porch having a drink with each other and it seemed a little bit strange then. It did. A wee bit surreal. Now ... I’ve got to get some ideas together, I got to get my council together, we got to get going. We got a lot of work to do.”

When it comes to his new council, McKay believes voters made the right choice.

Bill Yoachim, a former Snuneymuxw councillor and the second highest vote-getter, for example, will open “a whole new set of doors,” McKay said. “When I watch municipalities in other areas, in other jurisdictions, that are having real struggles trying to get along with their First Nations people ... wow – imagine the opportunities we’ve got now.”

When McKay steps into the leadership position this December, he says his first task will be restructuring city committees. He wants to see eight committees based on a model used in the City of Langford that he says makes sense, and would cover areas of the city like public works, protective services and labour management. City councillors would fill chair and vice-chair positions and

he’d be looking for their buy in.

There will also be a budget process to work through, he said, and he’d like to see a decision made on the Colliery dams by the end of February. McKay also wants a program and services review and third-party probe into the cancellation of a live leadership simulcast scheduled at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre.

City council had opted against launching an inquir y into the issue, instead releasing a redacted version of a report on the sequence of events leading up to the cancelled event but McKay said it’s incomplete and lacks recommendations.

“I don’t ever want us to find ourselves in that situation again.

Ever,” he said.

The new mayor is coming out of a one-term as city councillor where he was a top spender.

A 2013 Statement of Financial Information showed McKay had $14,972 in expenses that year and $22,509 since 2011 compared to Ruttan, who spent a total of $22,499. Between January and September this year, McKay’s expenses tallied an additional

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Earlier this year, McKay said the majority of his expenses were tied to conferences, explaining that he was eager to learn and study best examples from other communities and he got information, experiences and knowledge “from every single one of them.”

This year’s numbers show all but $461 was spent on conferences and events.

“I think you are dealing with the trivial to be quite honest with you ... we have a $190 million budget and you are worrying about whether I spent $8,000 or $4,000, really?”

He suggests a personal development budget if other new council members want to attend conferences, and said people will probably not see the same level of conference attendance from him this term. He might, however, take people back to communities like Saskatoon to look at best practices.

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Pennies might be becoming a thing of the past but the goal of the News Bulletin’s annual coin campaign remains the same: make sure no child goes empty handed on Christmas morning.

The annual Coins for Kids fundraising campaign kicks off today (Nov. 18). Until Dec. 16, we’ll collect donations of coins at our office at 777 Poplar St., which we’ll then count, deposit and distribute to two charities in Nanaimo that support children: the Great

Nanaimo Toy Drive and the Nanaimo Boys and Girls Club.

The money goes to the toy drive to help purchase toys for kids, from newborn to age 16. For more on the toy drive, please see page 7.

The boys and girls club uses the money to buy toys and provide a Christmas hamper to their families in need.

The campaign, which began in 1996 as Pennies for Presents, has raised more than $160,000 for children at Christmas. All money donated stays in Nanaimo and helps local children.

With the federal government phasing out the penny, the campaign has been renamed Coins for Kids to more accurately reflect the donations collected.

Schools and businesses are traditionally big supporters of the campaign, often challenging others in a race to raise money.

But anyone can participate – just drop off your money at the News Bulletin or one of the community drop off locations that will be announced in the coming weeks. The money doesn’t have to be rolled – we’ll take care of that, too.

We’ll also bring stories of groups fundraising for Coins for Kids, as well as the volunteers who help make it happen.

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Nanaimo-based medical cannabis producer Tilray has partnered with the University of British Columbia Okanagan in Canada’s first clinical trial to test the effectiveness of marijuana in treating post-traumatic stress disorder.

The study, still waiting for approval from Health Canada, will be one of the world’s first largescale clinical trials to evaluate cannabis for treating a mental health disorder.

Existing studies of marijuana’s effect on PTSD have produced anecdotal and observational data, but no information is available from sciencebased clinical trials.

Scientifically generated results could provide physicians with data to make decisions about prescribing cannabis for PTSD patients.

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He said the company currently has 150 PTSD clients and Veterans Affairs Canada covers costs for medical marijuana prescriptions for veterans and first responders with injuries incurred in their work.

Forty men and women, including combat veterans, first responders and sexual assault victims, will be selected for the study, scheduled to start in the summer of 2015 and conclude in late 2016.

Study principle investigator, Zach Walsh, clinical psychologist and co-director of the UBC Centre for the Advancement of Psychological Science and Law at the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences, said with current treatments, such as antidepressants and cognitive behavioural therapy, some patients continue to struggle with PTSD symptoms or suffer prescription side effects. The medical system is playing catch-up with what Walsh said has been

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“Brovember is local. It’s all about raising funds for the men that are in our lives here in Nanaimo, so your dad, your brother, you’re neighbour and it’s a take on the Movember campaign ... it’s fun for men to participate in this and it’s because it’s local that we’ve kind of changed the name and did a ‘Brovember’ instead of a ‘Movember,’” said Amber Adams, foundation director of donor relations.

The goal of the foundation is to raise $17,700, the cost of a cystoscope, and Adams said Brovember participants are doing well. Halfway through the month, the money raised is moving toward the $6,000 mark. The fundraiser runs until Nov. 30.

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As of Friday, Derek O’Beirne, manager for ambulatory care surgical services at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, was the fourth-best Brovember fundraiser, with $250 in pledges. He said Brovember is beneficial.

“I think it’s an important thing to get involved in, especially for men’s health,” O’Beirne said. “Working in the health care setting and benefiting from [these] donations for these types of scopes, it’s a worthwhile venture.”

An event called Trash the Stash will happen at Sports Barbers in Nanaimo on Nov. 29, with funds going to the Brovember campaign.

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The Great Nanaimo Toy Drive organizers are once again hoping for generosity and Christmas spirithere! as they It’s outta accept toy donations for underprivileged children.

The toy drive, going 32 years strong, kicked off Thursday and until Dec. 16, Nanaimoites can donate toys and gift items for children aged newborn to 16 years.

Carolyn Iles, a toy drive board director, said2014 the goal Copyright by is to ensure every child in Ads That Work need inJewelry the Harbour City has presents under the tree.

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under 1,600 children that supply. we helped, that’s 800 fami“People can think of things lies, and it’s important to they liked as teenagers: fishknow that we don’t just give ing rods, flashlights, a lamp, out one present,” said Iles. makeup kits for girls, shav“The families can choose ing stuff for boys. They all a more expensive present love those [pyjamas], those or two smaller presents. If are always #54popular,” said they’re under 10, [they get] Iles. “So those kinds of presa stuffed animal, they get a ents are very sought after game or an activity kit, they and those are the kinds of get a book that’s approprithings we’d love to have.” ate to their ageIt’s and they get The distribution of toys outta here! will stocking stuffers.” take place on Dec. 18 Needy families can register and 19 at the gym in the old at any Loaves and Fishes Harewood school.

Community Food Bank Toys can be dropped off depot until Saturday (Nov. at Woodgrove, Nanaimo 22). From Nov. 25 to 29, regNorth Town and Country istration will take place 10 Club centres, Save-On-Foods a.m. to 4 p.m. at University locations, Coast Community Village mall. Children’s care Credit Unions, Nanaimo Fire cards and a proof of address Stations 1, 2, 3 and 4, Budget are required.

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A police search of a home connected to an alleged attempted abduction turned up a large quantity of heroin, crystal methamphetamine, crack cocaine and powdered cocaine.

Nanaimo Mounties searched the townhouse, located on the 1400 block of Jingle Pot Road, wednesday at about 3:30 p.m. where they found the drugs, worth about $100,000, plus more than $14,000 in Canadian cash. the investigation was sparked Nov. 11 when several suspects wearing masks tried to force two men into a van in downtown Nanaimo.

Police arrested four suspects allegedly connected to the attempted abduction.

One woman, 25, and a man, 31, were among those arrested in connection with the attempted abduction and now face charges of possession for the purpose of trafficking.

Both suspects will make their first appearance in Nanaimo provincial court in January.

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New council brings change After the votes settled in Saturday’s municipal election, only three veterans remain on Nanaimo city council, led by a new mayor with just one term as a councillor under his belt prior to winning the city’s top job.

With five new faces, it will be a bit of a learning curve for the first few months at Nanaimo City Hall. If candidates thought the election process was overwhelming, they’re about to find out the real work is just beginning.

The previous council has left its predecessors some major decisions on the Colliery dams – issues that likely factored into Saturday’s results and drove the voter turnout up more than six percentage points over 2011.

People were motivated to vote this year, and while many new councillors owe their success to that, they must also be mindful that those same people are engaged and will be watching to see that their votes paid off.

Balancing public support with what’s best for the city as a whole is one of the enduring challenges of civic leadership.

Nanaimo stands at the edge of major change during the next four years.

Council will guide decisions on downtown development, with two high-rise hotels set for construction in the next year, a foot ferry linking downtown Nanaimo to downtown Vancouver still in development, plus upgrades to water and sewer infrastructure among the big picture projects that will post challenges to the city’s resources.

Citizens of Nanaimo have entrusted these nine individuals with the keys to the city in the hopes that they can make the best decisions possible for everyone involved.

The province of B.C. has given municipal leaders an extra year on their terms, from three years to four. Let’s hope they use that year wisely.

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Voter turnout will never meet expectations Maybe, in this modern era, it ity of that 34.7 per cent. just isn’t realistic to expect an Municipal elections are never especially strong mandate from going to attract the sort of voter voters. turnout that we see in provinElection day has come and cial or federal elections. Since gone, the statistics are in, and an there is no party system in civic underwhelming 34.7 per cent of politics in Nanaimo, voters don’t Nanaimo’s eligible voters exerhave ready-made allegiances and cised their democratic right. they can’t rally around ‘team Does that mean Nanaimo colours,’ so to speak, on election doesn’t care? Not day. That said, voter exactly. Our voter turnout is trending COLOUR turnout figures were provinCOMMENTARY downward actually up from 26.9 cially and federally, Greg Sakaki per cent in the 2011 too, and I don’t expect sports editor civic election. And we will manage to either way, a sum total buck the trend anyis only one measuretime soon. ment – out of the 34.7 People use the word per cent of citizens apathy, but that’s who voted, maybe all not exactly right – a of them cared deeply, lot of non-voters still felt strongly about care about the world, their choices, and were it’s just that they’re engaged from the start of the hyper-focused on whatever election campaign to the finish. little corner of the world they’ve When considering our stilldecided matters to them on that too-low voter turnout, we can particular day. It’s a byproduct, I apportion blame if we like. If think, of living in the information candidates didn’t receive votes, age. If we don’t want to concenthen some of that is their failing trate on anything except what’s – both individually and collecon our smartphone screen, we tively, they didn’t inspire enough don’t have to. A municipal eleccitizens to head to the polls. tion with dozens of candidates Even the candidates who ran the all talking about disparate issues best campaigns, presented them- for six weeks, well, that doesn’t selves in an appealing manner bring people their instant gratifiand got their message across, cation, and hey look, it’s time for even they only received a plural- the next distraction.

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‘It’s a team, it’s a family and we’re going to bring that unity back.’

Democracy rallies and rockthe-vote programs, these are worthwhile initiatives; they can make a difference and I hope they do. Media coverage can influence voter turnout too, I think, and while we in the newsroom were fascinated by the election and intended for our enthusiasm to come across on these pages, we can always do better.

Low voter turnout is a problem, one we should always try to address, but perhaps it’s also a fact of life. After this past Saturday’s election, our mayor and council and school trustees should feel as though they have a mandate, because they do.

They still received thousands of votes apiece, and they earned those votes, seats and support.

Now that another election is behind us, let’s forgive those who didn’t make it out to the polls. Nanaimo has a lot of beautiful days, and sometimes on those kinds of days, we aren’t inclined to think that the world needs to change. Of course, it does need to change, and it will, and our votes will have some small part to play.

Voter turnout will ebb and flow and it will never meet our expectations, and it should never meet our standards.

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Ferry ideas floated To the Editor,

Re: Ferry scheme unacceptable, Editorial, Nov. 6.

I think it is disgraceful that B.C. Ferries is thinking about closing the Departure Bay-toHorseshoe Bay ferry route.

There are no public transit buses that go out to Duke Point ferry terminal and there are no transit buses at Tsawwassen ferry terminal to get anywhere. I would be stranded if I went to the Tsawwassen terminal and I can’t afford to pay for a taxi to get where I need to go as I’m a low-income person on a disability.

I think B.C. Ferries supervisors, including the chief executive

officer, need to get a cut in pay. Then they wouldn’t need to raise the prices to go on the ferries. I think B.C. Ferries needs an audit to see how it spends its money.

People are sick and tired of paying high prices to go on the ferry. B.C. Ferries needs to cut the prices to go on the ferries then they would have more ridership.

B.C. Ferries is holding us ransom because we are on an island. They should be ashamed of themselves for thinking they can get away with this. This is an outrage.

Donna Nordstrom Nanaimo

To the Editor,

Re: Views differ on next steps for dams, Nov. 11.

Anyone not familiar with the extensive history of the Colliery dams matter might have considered council’s resolution this month to undertake studies regarding dam dimensions and floodwater flows to be a logical startIng point. However this is nowhere close to the start of this process. It has gone on for over two years and cost ratepayers over $2 million. There have been numerous professional expert consultants, city staffers, public atlarge experts and provincial dam experts involved, all apparently doing their jobs. But after all this there is no final decision on what to do about the dams.

Obviously, a relatively small municipality is not equipped to deal with this kind of issue. From

Re: Ferry follies prevent much-needed dialogue, Opinion, Nov. 11.

Horseshoe Bay cannot close because Bowen Island and the Sunshine Coast need it. Departure Bay could close and that route could be Duke Point-Horseshoe Bay. Maybe one to three sailings early day and the same in evenings.

Both terminals had major upgrades in the last 20 years. Less sailings to Horseshoe Bay, less upgrades needed.

Any new ferries should be built like the double-enders, prior to fast ferries.

I am tired of hearing all the bad news about mining in B.C. from naysayers, NIMBYs and alarmists – it’s time for the truth to get out. Mines operating today conduct continuous, or progressive, reclama-

the outset there was no clear public vision of whether to renaturalize the river or retain the lakes.

There was no clear direction to experts to find the lowest-cost solution looking at all possibilities and there was no consistent mandate from provincial regulators regarding appropriate safety requirements.

Under the Provincial Water Act, the province owns all of the lakes, rivers and streams in B.C. There would be no chance today of a B.C. city damming a river to create lakes solely for recreation.

Nanaimo inherited these dams from the coal industry and thus now has responsibility for dam safety and associated costs.

Perhaps it makes more sense to upload this responsibility to the province.

tion with environmental protection that continues long after a mine closes.

Since 1969, mining companies in B.C. have also had to post a sufficient ‘reclamation bond’ to ensure that a mine site is restored to natural

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The headline should have read, ‘worker shortage not foreseen,’ because knowing full well of Premier Christy Clark’s usage of her usual political nonsense double talk, she failed to realize that the door of

the B.C. barn has been left open for too long, thus letting out the multitude of skilled workers to migrate to more financially beneficial, greener pastures.

Unless the B.C. economy vastly improves, B.C. will become a welfare province.

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Production company celebrates with tradition Schmooze Productions celebrates 15 seasons with Fiddler on the Roof

BY NICHOLAS PESCOD THE NEWS BULLETIN

Over the years, Schmooze Productions has become known in the Harbour City for staging more risqué productions than a typical theatre company.

So to celebrate their 15th season in Nanaimo, Schmooze Productions decided to go in a different direction by producing the Broadway classic, Fiddler on the Roof.

“One of things that I like to do is offer something to different audiences,” said Schmooze Productions co-founder and artistic director Dean Chadwick. “This is something for everybody.”

Fiddler on the Roof, which opened on Nov. 13, runs until Nov. 29 at the Harbour City Theatre.

“It’s really relatable to everybody,” Chadwick said. “There is some character in the show that everybody will relate to, feel for and recognize in themselves.”

Fiddler on the Roof is based on a series of stories written in Yiddish between 1894 and 1914 called Tevye and his Daughters by Sholem Aleichem. Fiddler on the Roof opened Broadway in 1964 and would go on to win numerous Tony Awards and experience four Broadway revivals, with the most recent occurring in 2004.

“It’s about tradition,” Chadwick said about Fiddler on the Roof. “It’s about family relationships and it is about how you are trying to keep your traditions alive and intact while the world is changing around and while your kids are growing up and the family choices that come from that.”

The musical is set in Russia during the early 1900s and is centred around a dairyman named Tevye, who is forced to balance his beliefs and traditions while trying to find suitable husbands for his more modern daughters.

“He is the ultimate papa,” Chadwick said about Tevye. “He is the papa figure in the show and it his family and his traditions that are being challenged

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Schmooze’s production of Fiddler on the Roof is co-directed by Chadwick and Lisa Kerr and features musical and orchestral direction by Jill McElwain.

Chadwick also stars in the production as Tevye, a character he portrayed over a decade ago in a Bard 2 Broadway production.

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MARY ANN FLEMING celebrates 30 years on Vancouver island with month-long art show.

By Nicholas Pescod The News BulleTiN

For roughly three decades Mary Ann Fleming has been expressing herself artistically through watercolours, oil and acrylic paintings.

“My art is my life,” Fleming said.

“Whatever intrigues me, whatever I am involved in, usually comes out in my artwork.”

During that time the self-taught Nanaimo-based artist has held dozens of shows and created plenty of art.

This month Fleming will be showcasing her work at the Art 10 Gallery, as part of their monthly-

featured artist exhibitions. Fleming’s exhibit, which is called My Retro Show, is a reflection of her time here in Nanaimo and includes a piece from each of the 12 shows that she has had since moving to Vancouver Island in 1984.

“I know people always like to follow a progression of how an artist progresses over the years and how they change and move and what their interests are,” Fleming said. “So that’s what I did. There is once piece from each show and you can follow the order that

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I have done them in.”

Fleming was raised in Timmins, Ont., and had been interested in art ever since she was a young girl. At the age four, Fleming, who was an avid drawer, was given a set of oil paints from her grandmother.

“It was a Christmas gift,” Fleming said.

“She gave me this tiny little kit and I was just away. That was it. All my drawings became paintings.”

Following high school, Fleming spent time working in the newspaper industry in Ontario.

“I was involved in newspapers,” she said. “For five years I did an editorial cartoon for the Cochrane Times.”

In the mid-1980s Fleming and her husband retired and moved to Nanaimo, where she began to paint more frequently.

“I am self-taught because I do it from

books,” she said.

Shortly after her arrival to the Harbour City, Fleming discovered that there were plenty of other like-minded artists in the area.

Fleming predominately works with watercolours, oil and acrylic and has also dipped into creating handmade jewelry.

When Fleming looks back at her time as an artist on Vancouver Island, she is grateful for all the creative people she has met.

“I would say meeting a few other very successful artists over the years,” Fleming said about her time on the Island. “The creative energy on the Island is just so strong.”

My Retro Show runs until the end of the month at the Art 10 Gallery inside the Nanaimo North Town Centre. Please visit www.myartclub.com or call 250-756-6136. arts@nanaimobulletin.com

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Nanaimo-based artist Mary Ann Fleming, above, holds her painting Destination Nanaimo outside of the Nanaimo North Town Centre. Fleming’s paintings and jewelry are currently on display at the Art 10 Gallery as part of her My Retro Show, which runs until the end of the month.

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The Christmas season downtown brings more than a month of free, family-oriented activities intended to lighten hearts and brighten the short days of winter. The holiday festivities will kick off Thursday (Nov. 20) as downtown merchants host their first holiday late-night shopping event, featuring goodies and give aways.

Many downtown businesses will be open until 8 p.m. or later.

Family activities begin Nov. 29 when Santa returns to downtown Nanaimo via Harbour Air seaplane at 1:30 p.m. From there, children can escort Santa to the grand opening of his workshop at 101 Gordon St. in the Vancouver Island Conference Centre. Santa’s Workshop will be a beehive of activity between 2:30-4:30 p.m. and families can enjoy free hot chocolate, cookies and entertainment with Andrew Crosby.

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Plaza at 4:30 p.m. before the parade begins for the lighting of the sevenmetre-high Christmas tree. The annual Lion’s Club Santa Claus Parade will begin at 5 p.m. Enjoy brightly lit floats, marching bands and, of course, Santa Claus. In the spirit of the season, those who wish to donate to the Light Up a Life Campaign benefiting the Haven Society

or the Mortgage Centre’s Squeeze Us Out food drive for the Loaves and Fishes, can bring an unwrapped gift or non-perishable food item which can be dropped off in the plaza or collected by volunteers at the end of the parade.

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The DNBIA is sponsoring free concerts every Saturday at 2 p.m. in the workshop. On Dec. 6 the Wellington Jazz Club plays, followed by Island Bel Canto Singers on Dec. 13 and A Cappella Plus Choir on Dec. 20. New this year will be a senior’s tea on Dec. 20 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Santa’s Workshop.

A ride on the Downtown Christmas Trolley is fast becoming a tradition in Nanaimo.

You can hop on and off the trolley at 100 Museum Way or on Wesley Street in the Old City Quarter. Rides by donation happen Dec. 6, 13 and 20 from noon to 4 p.m.

Cool as Ice will create ice sculptures in Diana Krall Plaza on Dec. 13, starting at 10 a.m. Or perhaps stroll the streets and enjoy the decorated Christmas windows and vote for your favourite in the second annual Downtown Window Decorating Contest.

You could win $500 in gift cards just for casting your ballot at participating stores.

For a more complete list of holiday activities, please visit www.dnbia.ca.

Port theatre Christmas events tidings Allison Crowe’s annual Christmas concert takes place at the Port Theatre Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $29; $24/students and seniors. sing-along messiah Malaspina Choir’s annual performance of Handel’s classic at St. Andrew’s United Church, 311 Fitzwilliam St., Dec. 7 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets $20; $10/ students. nutCraCker Royal Winnipeg Ballet performs at the Port Theatre Dec. 9-10 at 7:30 p.m.

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Country Club Centre is located in central Nanaimo at 3200 North Island Highway between Bowen Road and Norwell Drive. For more information, please visit www.countryclubcentre.com or call 250758-1102.

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Christmas festivities have started at Woodgrove Centre.

Santa Claus made his arrival on Saturday and will be set up at the north-end mall throughout the Christmas season.

Until Nov. 30, shoppers can visit guest services near the food court and receive a free photo with Santa coupon, which can be redeemed during Santa’s visiting hours.

Professional photos will be taken daily by Freeze Frame Photography.

Santa visiting hours (until Nov. 28) are Sunday to Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. From Nov. 29-Dec. 23, visiting hours are Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Dec. 24 at 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Woodgrove Centre has also partnered with community groups on a number of activities and events.

Charity gift wrap runs Nov. 24-Dec. 24 for a suggested donation. Shoppers can have their gifts wrapped by volunteer elves near A Step Ahead. Proceeds support

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Last year, more than $15,500 was raised throughout the Christmas season.

The mall will also host Vancouver Island choirs, choral and musical groups performing in the food court from Dec. 6-14. Roaming carolers will be strolling through the

centre during the weekends leading up to Christmas.

A performance schedule will be listed at guest services and on the mall’s website.

Woodgrove will also be a collection site for the Great Nanaimo Toy Drive. Drop off new, unwrapped toys in the large toy chest near guest services at the food court.

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even fussy dogs love these!

Hangin Out Designs

A FREE FLIGHT FOR 2, ANYWHERE

300 Birthday Party. FREE Carriage Rides & Hot Chocolate with the Coco Girl & The Story Tellerwith the Coco Girl & The Story Teller $

NEW THIS YEAR - SAT & SUN ONLY - KRIS KRINGLE’S KITCHEN BREAKFAST WITH KRIS & KAROLE KRINGLE & THE GREAT A&W ROOT BEAR Tickets are $3 each available only at Nanaimo’s A&W’s.

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12 Educational Food Demos by local caterers.

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Triple

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Wednesday Nov. 19

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B.C. Grow New n Cr op

5

B.C. Grown “Extra Fancy”

Royal Gala Apples 7lt box

5$ FOR

5

Powerade

Sports Drink 946ml

Plus Applicable Fees

www.qualityfoods.com Copyright © 2014 Quality Foods and its licensors. All Rights Reserved. Photos for Presentation Purposes Only • All QF Stores Email: customerservice@qualityfoods.com

99 2

4

99

99

Glutino

Gluten Free Pretzels 400gr

2

99

PER

lb

Whole Bonesless Pork Loin 6.59 per kg

Glutino

Gluten Free Crackers 125gr

3

99

Glutino

Gluten Free Cookies

Chocolate Vanilla Creme, 300gr

Prices in effect Nov. 17-23 , 2014 For Store Locations & Hours, Please Visit www.qualityfoods.com

Family Fall Favourites

4

99

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AA GRADE

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GRADE

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Canadian AA

Boneless Center Cut Pork Loin Chops

Sirloin Tip Oven Roast

8.80 per kg

11.00 per kg

PER

lb

PER

lb

FAMILY PACK

FAMILY PACK

Sunrise Traditional

Canadian AA

Frozen

Canadian

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast

Sirloin Tip Marinating Steak

Cornish Game Hen

11.00 per kg

Beef Simmering Short Ribs

11.00 per kg

19.81 per kg

6

99

Old Dutch

3

99

Restaurante Tortilla Chips 230-320gr

2$ for

5

Coca-Cola or Sprite 12x355ml

3

99 Plus Applicable Fees

FAMILY PACK

BUY ANY

per lb

8

99

FAMILY PACK

per lb

FAMILY PACK

PILLSBURY CRESCENTS

FAITH FARMS CHEESE approx. 400GR

AND

RECEIVE

4

99 per lb

ORIGINAL 235GR OR REDUCED FAT 227GR

FREE Offer is in effect Nov 17-23, 2014.

Olympic

Yogurt

8x100gr Breyers

Tenderflake

1.66lt

255-397gr

Family Classic Frozen Dessert

E.D. Smith

Pie Filling

3

540ml

Minute Maid or Nestea

4

99

Shells or Pastry

2

99

99

Kraft

Snowcrest

225gr or 1lt

Selected, 600gr

Cool Whip

3

99

Olympic

Organic Yogurt 650gr

2

99

Frozen Fruit

Beverage 12x341ml

Olympic

3

99 Plus Applicable Fees

3

99

2$ for

5 3

99

Krema Greek Style Yogurt

500gr

2

99

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Family Fall Favourites

3

99

Sunrise Farms

Boneless Center Cut Pork Loin Roast

Bone in Chicken Breast

8.80 per kg

8.80 per kg

PER

lb

Schnieders

Chicken Wings 650gr

Schnieders

Bacon

Olymel

7 5

Wieners

375gr

Naturally Smoked Pepperoni, Sausage &Salami

375gr

5

99

WIN 2

99 PER

lb

Locally Raised BC Poultry Grain Fed Free Run

FAMILY PACK

Schneiders

Hors-d’oeuvre Sausage Rolls

Selected, 375-450gr

Classic Homestyle Recipe, 325gr

99

Harvest

3

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3

99

2$

99

for

6

Lu

one of

Check your phone app for Select, Save & WIN

Grey Cup Packages Use your Q-Card when you purchase any participating pepsico product and you are automatically entered to WIN a pair of 2014 CFL Grey Cup tickets plus $500 spending money.

Biscuits or Cookies 150gr

Contest runs November 3-23, 2014

2$

Miss Vickie’s

Potato Chips 200-220gr

No Yolks

2

99

Cholesterol Free Egg White Pasta

3$

200-220gr

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Lay’s

Stax Potato Chips

155-163gr

for

3$ for

5

Canada Dry

6

Ginger Ale, Tonic Water or Club Soda

2x125gr

12x355ml

Popcorn

2

Ready To Serve Cups

340gr

Smartfood

99

for

Minute Rice

Minute Rice

5

3$ for

MacLaren’s

Instant Rice

Imperial Carefully Aged Cheese

1.2-1.4kg

Sharp Cold Pack Cheddar, 230gr

3

99

4

99

Kraft

5

Cracker Barrel Cheese Slices 220-240gr

3

99

Dasani

3

99 Plus Applicable Fees

Sparkling Water 12x355ml

399 Plus Applicable Fees

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The Best to You Each Morning

BOGO - Mix and Match Any Olivieri Filled Pasta 275-350gr or Olivieri Sauce 160gr or 275-300ml

7

Armstrong

920gr

77

for

Pizza Mozzarella Cheese

500gr

454gr

6 Grissol

Croutons

4

Chunk or Flaked Light Tuna in Water

4$ for

5

for

Baker’s

Kraft

Semi-Sweet Chocolate, 300gr

5

Kellogg’s

Cheez Whiz

Kellogg’s

Corn Flakes Cereal

900gr

680gr

5

6

2

6

99

99

440gr or 640gr

3

Nutella

Kraft

Hazelnut Chocolate Spread

Jam

1kg

Unico

Unico

99

Peanut Butter

375gr

500ml

Beans, Chick Peas or Lentils

Pasta

700-900gr

2

540ml

5

2$ for

Ocean’s

Wild Pink Salmon

3

99

Ocean’s

for

Wild Sockeye Salmon

213gr

213gr

4$ for

5

2$ for

4$

7

Rogers

Natural California Raisins

Golden Yellow Sugar 2kg

3

3

5

Gallo

Vegetable Oil

4

4$ for

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1lt

3lt

Unico

5

4$

5

4

5

99

99

Let’s Bake Up a Storm!

Lactantia

Nature Valley

Brick Margarine

454gr

2

99

Beverage

Selected, 160-230gr

SunRype

100% Pure Apple Juice 1lt

1.36lt

375ml

4$ for

5$

5

for

10

99

99

Ripe Olives

2$

Plus Applicable Fees

for

4

Daltons

Daltons

5

Plus Applicable Fees

for

5

750ml

Daltons

Glace Mix

Glace Cherries

Glace Pineapple Rings or Deluxe Fruit Mix

450gr

225gr

225gr

454gr

5$ WOW 3$ ! for

4$

Quality Foods - Your Fall Baking Headquaters

Daltons

Pure Lard

2

SunRype

Granola Bars

Mincemeat

Spreadable Cream Cheese

5

99

170ml

for

99 WOW!

for

Unico

Unico

Marinated Artichoke Hearts

Original, 400gr

99

2$

7

77

99

3

99

Kraft

$275 value

Tomatoes

Rice Krispies

525-670gr

99

Unico

Kellogg’s

All-Bran or Raisin Bran Cereal

200-250gr

796ml

750gr

for

Kraft

Kraft

Parmesan Cheese

Win a Set of Henckel Knives from Unico & Gallo

890ml

Sun-Maid

Baking Chips

for

Works out to $2.75 each

Shredded or Crumbled Natural Cheese

Quality Foods - Your Fall Baking Headquaters

2$

160gr or 275-300ml

Works out to $2.75 each

5

2$

Olivieri

Sauce

275-350gr

4

Miracle Whip or Mayonnaise

350ml

5

2$ Kraft

All Natural Dressing

150gr

Ocean’s

225gr

99

Newman’s Own

for

Dare

Breton Crackers

Olivieri

Filled Pasta

300-340gr

99

3$

5

2$

Bari

Natural Cheese Slices

Selected, 170gr

176gr

170-200gr

600gr

Classic Roast Ground Coffee

Rice Krispies Squares

Feta Cheese

Cheese

Folgers

Kellogg’s

Saputo

Armstrong

for

5

3

99

3

99

3

99

2

99

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The Best to You Each Morning

BOGO - Mix and Match Any Olivieri Filled Pasta 275-350gr or Olivieri Sauce 160gr or 275-300ml

7

Armstrong

920gr

77

for

Pizza Mozzarella Cheese

500gr

454gr

6 Grissol

Croutons

4

Chunk or Flaked Light Tuna in Water

4$ for

5

for

Baker’s

Kraft

Semi-Sweet Chocolate, 300gr

5

Kellogg’s

Cheez Whiz

Kellogg’s

Corn Flakes Cereal

900gr

680gr

5

6

2

6

99

99

440gr or 640gr

3

Nutella

Kraft

Hazelnut Chocolate Spread

Jam

1kg

Unico

Unico

99

Peanut Butter

375gr

500ml

Beans, Chick Peas or Lentils

Pasta

700-900gr

2

540ml

5

2$ for

Ocean’s

Wild Pink Salmon

3

99

Ocean’s

for

Wild Sockeye Salmon

213gr

213gr

4$ for

5

2$ for

4$

7

Rogers

Natural California Raisins

Golden Yellow Sugar 2kg

3

3

5

Gallo

Vegetable Oil

4

4$ for

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1lt

3lt

Unico

5

4$

5

4

5

99

99

Let’s Bake Up a Storm!

Lactantia

Nature Valley

Brick Margarine

454gr

2

99

Beverage

Selected, 160-230gr

SunRype

100% Pure Apple Juice 1lt

1.36lt

375ml

4$ for

5$

5

for

10

99

99

Ripe Olives

2$

Plus Applicable Fees

for

4

Daltons

Daltons

5

Plus Applicable Fees

for

5

750ml

Daltons

Glace Mix

Glace Cherries

Glace Pineapple Rings or Deluxe Fruit Mix

450gr

225gr

225gr

454gr

5$ WOW 3$ ! for

4$

Quality Foods - Your Fall Baking Headquaters

Daltons

Pure Lard

2

SunRype

Granola Bars

Mincemeat

Spreadable Cream Cheese

5

99

170ml

for

99 WOW!

for

Unico

Unico

Marinated Artichoke Hearts

Original, 400gr

99

2$

7

77

99

3

99

Kraft

$275 value

Tomatoes

Rice Krispies

525-670gr

99

Unico

Kellogg’s

All-Bran or Raisin Bran Cereal

200-250gr

796ml

750gr

for

Kraft

Kraft

Parmesan Cheese

Win a Set of Henckel Knives from Unico & Gallo

890ml

Sun-Maid

Baking Chips

for

Works out to $2.75 each

Shredded or Crumbled Natural Cheese

Quality Foods - Your Fall Baking Headquaters

2$

160gr or 275-300ml

Works out to $2.75 each

5

2$

Olivieri

Sauce

275-350gr

4

Miracle Whip or Mayonnaise

350ml

5

2$ Kraft

All Natural Dressing

150gr

Ocean’s

225gr

99

Newman’s Own

for

Dare

Breton Crackers

Olivieri

Filled Pasta

300-340gr

99

3$

5

2$

Bari

Natural Cheese Slices

Selected, 170gr

176gr

170-200gr

600gr

Classic Roast Ground Coffee

Rice Krispies Squares

Feta Cheese

Cheese

Folgers

Kellogg’s

Saputo

Armstrong

for

5

3

99

3

99

3

99

2

99

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Family Fall Favourites Freybe

Freybe

1

Authenic Smoked Beef Bottom Round

Smoked Bavarian Ham

99 per 100gr

Bonus Q-Points

Irish Blarney, Dubliner & Reserve Cheddar Cheese 200gr

Grimm’s

Summer Sausage or Ham Sausage with Garlic

1

10,000

HOUSEWARES Royale

Velour Bathroom Tissue

12’s

Royale

10 Piece

Alexis de Portneuf

Selected, 170gr

Triple Cream

4

Facial Tissue or Tiger Towel 6’s

Made Fresh Instore

99

2

Smoked Havarti

per 100gr

9

99 per 100gr

Canadian

2

99

2 Pack 5” Meat Pies

2

Belle Creme Brie

99

per 100gr

Turkey Breast

Min. 800gr

9

per 100gr

Bothwell

599

1

99

Crispy Chicken Drumsticks

49

Cheddar or Mozzarella

Our Own Fresh Cooked

49 per

99

Available at Select Stores

35 95

Dinner for Three

1 99

Egg Roll

100gr

5

99

Oven Cleaner 400gr or 475ml

S.O.S.

3

99

Soap Pads

Fresh

Snapper Fillets Frozen or Previously Frozen

10’s

1

29

Fresh

per 100gr

Ahi Tuna

Jane’s

Boneless Skinless Basa Fillets

1

99

Breaded Fish

99

Selected, 580-615gr

¢

per 100gr

4

99 per 100gr

9

99

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Family Fall Favourites Multigrain Buns

Mini Danish

2

Sunflower & Flax Seed Bread

2

99

49

6 Pack

for

6 Pack

8” Cherry Pie

Rye Bread

2$

5

Bonus Q-Points

Coffee Cake

Original Cakerie

Squares

2$ for

5

4

99

Double Layer

Raspberry Truffle Cake

10

Cheesecake Slice

99

2$ for

SCAN THIS SPECIAL QR (QUICK RESPONSE) CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE FOR A LIST OF GLUTEN FREE PRODUCTS

5

Country Harvest

Dempster’s

Selected, 675gr

Selected, 6’s

2$ for

4

2$ for

5

Ethical Bean

Fair Trade Organic Ground Coffee

80’s

227gr

1.89lt

WOW !

Rizopia

100% Brown Rice Pasta 454gr

99

2

99

WOW !

5

99

Simply Natural

Organic Pasta Sauce 739ml

1

99

2

Barbara’s

Solo Gi

155-198gr

50gr

Cheez Puffs

2$ for

5

Energy Bar

3$ for

5,000 VITAMINS

Bagels

Bread

Orange Pekoe Tea

Silk

PAGE 7 11.17.2014

4

99

Ty Phoo

Almond, Cashew, Soy or Coconut Beverage

3

340gr

5

50

%

Instantly at the Till ALL WEBBER NATURALS, SUNKIST, OR HOLISTA VITAMINS

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Drop D rop in between 4:00 AND 6:00 PM for a fresh

NEW APPY SPECIAL!

2$

Mexican “Premium”

Fresh Green Beans 400gr

for

4$ for

2

2

99 per lb

5

California/Mexico “Driscoll’s”

Fresh Raspberries 6oz clamshell

2$ for

California Fresh

California Grown

Satsuma Mandrin Oranges

Fresh Kiwifruit

2lb bag

California “Extra Large”

Green Seedless Grapes 6.59 per kg

AUTU MN

KING

“Popeye Label”

Cello Spinach 10oz bag

ORGA NIC ORGANI C Gerbera Daisy Bouquet

12 899 99

ORGANIC

5

2$ for

7

2$ for

IC ORGAN

4

N IC A G OR

6” Christmas Poinsettia

Vancouver Island Grown

7 DAYS OF SAVINGS Nov. 17 - 23

MON.

TUES.

WED.

THUR.

FRI.

SAT.

SUN.

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES

California “Fresh”

Organic Bunched Carrots

2$ for

3

B.C. Grown “No.1”

Organic Red or Yellow Potatoes 5lb bag

“Photos for presentation purposes only” Qualicum Foods - 705 Memorial Port Alberni - 2943 10th Ave. Nanoose Bay - 2443 Collins Cr. Parksville - 319 E. Island Hwy. Campbell River - 465 Merecroft Rd. Powell River – 4871 Joyce Ave. (604)

3

99

Mexican “Hass Variety”

Organic Avocadoes

Email Address: customerservice@qualityfoods.com

752-9281 723-3397 468-7131 954-2262 287-2820 485-5481

Nanaimo – Beban Plaza – 2220 Bowen Rd. 758-3733 Nanaimo – Harewood Mall – 530 5th St. 754-6012 Nanaimo – Northridge Village – 5800 Turner Rd. 756-3929 Comox Valley – 2275 Guthrie Rd. 890-1005 Courtenay - 1002 -2751 Cliffe Avenue 331-9328 Westshore – 977 Langford Parkway (778)433-3291

www.qualityfoods.com

3$ for

4

16

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The Salt Dispensary

www.nanaimobulletin.com

www.nanaimobulletin.com

604-741-9942

Gourmet Salts & Salted Caramels

CHRISTMAS IN NANAIMO

V.EVA DESIGN

Erin Miller

Keay Photo Enterprise billkeay@telus.net www.keaywildlife.com

Nanaimo, B.C. Tel: (250) 753-2376 evamv@shaw.ca

erinmillerjewelry@gmail.com erinmillerjewelry@facebook.com

Cathy Corbett (250) 923-5324

• Fashion Accessories For Women, Children, Men & Pets • Custom Orders

Sea Glass jewellery, “CoHoHo” xmas cards “WILD” salmon apparel, driftwood art and much more.

AnissaReed.com 250-228-2872 moon-jelly@shaw.ca

JOHANNA NEWMAN OWNER/DESIGNER

sweeT THea

MAGICAL FACES

Phone: (604) 339-3956 E-mail: JGN@telus.net

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Jewelry

HANDPAINTED SILK & HANDMADE HATS

Web: www.thecollectivehive.com Email: jvillocero@dccnet.com Telephone: 778-628-3973

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

www.magicalfaces.ca

JGN

778.321.4414

Laurie@SweetThea.com www.SweetThea.com/Market

Homous Victoria 250.888.3316

PIES • TARTS • COOKIES

JJ.D. D W Woodworks d k

HANNAHMIN’S FIBRE

dunsmoor9577@shaw.ca

Hand dyed bre and spinning

by Mekkin Lunsted

604-315-4534 *Sinfully Sweet*

Carol Surtel

Over 150 High Quality Crafters at Beban Park in Nanaimo!

Owner

Ph: 250.591.3650 Cell: 250.618.6065

carol@sweetsomethings.ca

Alexis Cobham

PROVINCIAL REPRESENTATIVE

604-282-5500

Phone us: Email us:

Nov. 20, 21, 22, 23!

AN HOURLY $ 50.00 GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM

309B Wesley St., Nanaimo

$2,000 Value

alexis@makecheese.ca

www.makecheese.ca • Picked Garlic • Hot Beans • Pickled Asparagus • Pickled Beets • Pickled Vegetables • Maritime Chow Chow

• Hot Pepper Jelly • Dills with a Difference • Jams & Jellies • Peanut Brittle

Abbotsford, B.C.

Homemade by Thelma

(604) 852-1178 thelmasgoodies@hotmail.com

AFFORDABLE LUXURY

$

KRINGLE 1000 SHOPPING VALUE SPREE

$

VALUE $

300

$50 DINNER

2 NIGHTS AT JAMIE’S RAINFOREST INN

Entertainment!

604.538.8248 heartsdesire@telus.net rtsdesire@telus.net

indian summer

$

700

2 NIGHTS STAY IN A LUXURY SUITE

VALUE AT BLACK ROCK OCEAN FRONT RESORT

Includes Spa package.

Faces, Spazmagic, Live Music, Ruffle Redbird, Musical Stilt Walker, Juggler, The Trollsons a Family of Hilarious Trolls.

A N I TA J A C K E L - D E G G A N

250 247 9817

anita@indiansummerleather.com

• SAT & SUN 11- 3 Farmer Vicki and Daisy the Cow. WIN a

www.indiansummerleather.com m

JAMM-EEZ Betty Lavertu

250-723-4819

ragamufns@telus.net 250.740.0089

www.kaliwags.com • info@kaliwags.com

even fussy dogs love these!

Hangin Out Designs

A FREE FLIGHT FOR 2, ANYWHERE

300 Birthday Party. FREE Carriage Rides & Hot Chocolate with the Coco Girl & The Story Tellerwith the Coco Girl & The Story Teller $

NEW THIS YEAR - SAT & SUN ONLY - KRIS KRINGLE’S KITCHEN BREAKFAST WITH KRIS & KAROLE KRINGLE & THE GREAT A&W ROOT BEAR Tickets are $3 each available only at Nanaimo’s A&W’s.

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More than 150 B.C. artisans will set up shop in Nanaimo’s Beban Park for the annual Kris Kringle craft market Thursday through Sunday (Nov. 20-23).

Each day of the fair, the first 100 customers will receive a keepsake Kris Kringle shopping bag.

In addition to vendors, the fair offers a variety of activities to keep visitors entertained. Free carriage rides through Beban Park – with a free hot chocolate – run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Rides will include a story teller.

Visitors can begin their Saturday or Sunday at the fair with the Kris and Karole Kringle breakfasts with two seatings at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. Tickets are $3 each and available at Nanaimo A&W locations. Seating is available for 400 only.

Those who walk through the door will have a chance to win more than $10,000 in door prizes, including getaways to Vancouver Island resorts.

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More door prizes will be announced at the event.

Even more is available to be won, with more than $2,500 in gift baskets given away just by shopping at any one of the crafters.

If that’s not enough, WestJet is giving away two flights to anywhere the company flies.

Cathy Corbett will be painting faces at the kids’ station. As well, the gingerbread station has hundreds of free cookies waiting to be decorated.

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The whole event kicks off Thursday (Nov. 20) at noon. That night at 8 p.m. will be a bonus draw for a $1,000 shopping spree at the fair. The winner will get 30 minutes to spend at the market, assisted by the Kringle family.

Admission to the event, with any donation to the Salvation Army, is $10; $8/seniors and students; free for children under 12 when accompanied by an adult.

Four-day passes are also available for $12. Tickets can be purchased in advance at Nanaimo A&W locations.

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At this time of year, it really is better to give than receive.

While the stores are stocked with Christmas goodies, it’s important to remember that not everyone is having a happy holiday.

To spread Christmas cheer to those who need it most, charities throughout Nanaimo raise money to buy toys for children and food for families in need.

When buying for friends and family, consider donating to these worthwhile causes as well.

Great NaNaimo toy Drive For the past 32 years,

the Great Nanaimo Toy Drive has collected new, unwrapped toys, stuffed animals and books for children at Christmas.

Last year, the toy drive helped 1,600 children from 800 families in Nanaimo.

Toy donations and gifts of cash are appreciated, but there is a special need for donations for older children, age 12-16.

Donations can be dropped off at any of the major malls

in Nanaimo, Save-On-Foods locations and the city’s firehalls.

Registration for the toy drive takes place at Loaves and Fishes Community Food Bank until Nov. 22.

From Nov. 25-29, registration takes place at University Village in Harewood.

Children’s care cards and proof of address are required.

For more information, please visit www.thegreatnanaimotoydrive.ca. operatioN reD Nose Each year, volunteers donate their time to make sure everyone gets home safely.

The organization aims to stop people from drinking and driving during the holiday season.

Anyone who’s had too much too drink, or simply doesn’t want to drive, can call the service, which will dispatch a pair of drivers to drive your car and you home safely.

The service is free but donations are accepted and will go toward PacificSport.

For more information, please call 250-755-6969. salvatioN army The Christian charitable organization provides shelter and hot meals to people in need all year round.

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Volunteers are needed to man the kettles from midNovember until Christmas Eve. Individuals are welcome, but businesses can also sponsor a kettle – the News Bulletin staff will be ringing the bells in Terminal Park Dec. 4.

The Salvation Army, in partnership with Loaves and Fishes community food bank, also operates Hamperville, where donations of food are sorted into Christmas hampers for people who need them.

For more information or to volunteer, please call 250740-1004.

CoiNs for KiDs The News Bulletin’s annual fundraising drive collects donations from readers and divides it between two charities – the Great Nanaimo Toy Drive and the Nanaimo Boys and Girls Club.

The annual drive, which raises about $8,000-$10,000 annually, is successful for its simplicity – just gather up your spare change and drop it off at the News Bulletin office at 777 Poplar St. We do the rest.

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After back surgery, some people experience complete and long-lasting relief of their symptoms, DR. KAREN MATTERN but many enjoy only partial relief of pain or little change at all Many people believe that following back surgery there is nothing that a chiropractor can do for them, or that chiropractic treatment could be harmful. Nothing is farther from the truth.

In a study published in the Canadian Family Physician, 25% of the patients in the study had undergone back surgery with little or no relief. After treatment with a two to three week regimen of daily adjustments by an experienced chiropractor, 36 to 87% of the patients in the study returned to full function with no restriction on activities.

Even more to the point, none were made worse.

If you have already had back surgery, it would be advisable to see a chiropractor, who is qualified to evaluate your individual situation and recommend the best course of action for you to take. You may be able to avoid future episodes of pain and disability. For more information call our office at 250-758-7022 or visit our website at http://drkarinmattern.shawwebspace.ca/

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Uncontrolled diabetes can have a devastating effect on the health of DR. PAUL GENEAU the eyes, being one of the leading causes of vision loss. Diagnosis and effective treatment is key, but it is estimated that one million Canadians are not aware that they have type 2 diabetes.

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and the Canadian Diabetes Association is encouraging people to learn about their risk of developing diabetes by visiting DontBeRisky.ca, and taking a CANRISK test.

Whether or not you have diabetes, a thorough eye examination is one of your best ways to protect against vision loss. Make an appointment with an optometrist today.

Flu Information for 2014-2015 Cases of the flu hit early this year throughout the Lower Mainland and DR. KAREN L. FRASER Island. The predominant flu so far this season has been relatively mild. The symptoms include body ache, chills, fatigue, nausea, stomach pain, and can include vomiting and diarrhea. The symptoms are generally lasting 3-7 days for most people. This year’s flu vaccine has the same three strains in it as last year.

The Wellness Team at the North Nanaimo Medical Clinic offers a general immune boosting protocol that we have been using for over a decade that works well and patients trust. Try boosting your immune system naturally this fall – just ask us how!

Naturopathic consults are covered by most extended health care plans.

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Between the time that you file for bankruptcy GARETH SLOCOMBE, CA, CIRP and are discharged, there is a “stay of proceedings” in place under which creditors may not continue any legal collection proceedings. As long as you comply with all of your duties and receive your discharge from bankruptcy, most creditor claims will be legally extinguished such that they can no longer pursue collection from you.

However, your discharge from bankruptcy will not relieve you of the following debts: • Court ordered fines or penalties; • Court ordered damages for intentionally inflicted bodily harm; • Court ordered support or maintenance; • Debts arising out of fraud or misappropriation; and, • Student loan debts incurred within seven years preceding the date of bankruptcy.

As such, you will continue to have to deal with these creditors claims either during the bankruptcy or immediately following your discharge.

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I want to install a hot tub. What should I do?

Before installing a major appliance like a hot tub you BEN MAZZEI need to determine if your electric service will handle the extra load. Hot tubs can draw anywhere from 20 to 60 amps, a qualified electrician can calculate the required wire and service size for your installation. You will also need to confirm if your panel has sufficient space. The majority of hot tubs require either two or four spots in your electrical panel. They also require GFCI protection and a disconnect at least five feet away and within line of site for safety.

Hypnotherapy Can Hypnotherapy help with Test Anxiety?

Does this sound familiar? From the moment that the instructor says begin, I look at the exam TRACY L. THOMPSON sheet in front of me my whole mind goes blank, my hands become cold and clammy and I sit there frozen unable to recall anything from all the hours of studying I’ve previously done!

Excessive stress and extreme pressure on you to succeed can interfere with focus, memory and concentration. Often times it has been found that the reasons for poor test scores and failed exams are really because of negative thinking, fears, and self-limiting beliefs.

By using hypnosis however, it teaches you how to relax while taking an exam and studying and when you relax, your mind becomes more absorbent and able to learn. Hypnosis can also help you to concentrate and focus more, improve your memory, and build up your confidence while taking exams. You will find that by using hypnosis it will help you to tune out all distractions so that you can zone in and really concentrate on your studies easily and effortlessly.

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Not unless you have changes to your existing Will you would like to make. The new Wills, Estates and Succession Act does not invalidate any Wills that were written before it came into effect, although the Act affects all Wills, no matter when they were written. If you already have a Will, you may wish to review it with your Notary Public or lawyer to ensure that your wishes are upheld.

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My backyard looks like a lake as soon as it rains. When its not raining, my yard feels spongy, and I can see moisture in my crawl space. Is there a way to fix this?

Absolutely. There are a number of different drainage options that can eliminate the accumulation of water in your yard and ensure your crawl space remains dry.

A simple ditch to direct the flow of water away from the troubled spot may be the solution in some yards. In others, the installation of buried drain pipe bedded in drain rock will catch the accumulation of water and discharge it safely away before it causes damage. These systems require proper design to avoid causing drainage problems in another area of your yard. Additional waterproofing of your house foundation can be accomplished by sealing the exterior concrete with a waterproofing membrane, along with upgrading your house perimeter drains which are designed to keep the foundation dry. A properly drained yard and foundation will provide you with the assurance of staying dry. Now is the time to tackle these repairs as the rainy season is just around the corner.

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raw foods How do I incorporate raw fall veggies into a meal?

There’s something so gratifying about pulling veggies out from under the dirt in harvest season. The shapes and colours and sizes are always a terrific surprise. I love how the sweet taste of squash, yams and other root veggies remind me of TONI JEFFRIES hearty meals around the table with family in autumn.

Loaded with rich color and plenty of nutrients, these vegetables make the perfect side dish for any fall dinner.

Whether you’re unearthing them in your own garden or picking them up in the produce aisle, these root veggies are among the season’s freshest, healthiest picks.

Here are some ways to eat them (and why your body will love them)!

Beets – Grate this naturally sweet powerfood, toss it with a bit of olive oil and lemon juice then top a salad with it for a boost of folate and manganese, or juice with fresh apple and lemon. Beets are an excellent antioxidant.

Yams – Pop some chopped yams into the food processor then add water, coconut butter, spices and some sweetener to make the filling for raw yam pie. Yams are a great source of energy, fiber and B-complex vitamins, which help with metabolism.

Carrots – Dip carrot sticks in almond butter or homemade hummus for an easy on-the-go snack. Carrots are loaded with beta-carotene, promoting good eyesight, healthy skin and resistance to infection.

Squash – For a delicious raw soup, blend squash with coconut water, celery, cashews and spices. This veggie is a high-fiber heart-friendly choice. It has lots of potassium for bone health and B6 for a strong immune system and nervous system.

Beet lovers: Stop in at Power House Raw Food & Juice Bar and try our Recovery Smoothie with beets, kale, blueberries, pineapple, orange, apple, acai, and flax.

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VIU students repair bikes for teens

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DONATION PART of students’ year-end project.

unteers who work with students to repair donated bikes. In exchange for their volunteer time, high school students get a free bike, helmet, bike lock and lights.

The bike program is funded

by Hub City Cycles Community Co-op and Island Integrated Counseling Society.

“Our group had to plan and execute a Community Based Action project that would impact the community in a positive way,” said VIU student teacher Kathleen Paul.

“We chose the bike project because we have a few avid cyclists in our group, and connections to Oak Bay Bicycles in Nanaimo and to John Barsby’s bike program.

There is a big need for refurbished bikes.”

Student teachers Robert Sieben, Alysha Bandali, Alita

By Marilyn assaf Christmas will come early for four students at John Barsby Community School in Nanaimo.

They’ll soon be riding new bicycles thanks to the efforts of Vancouver Island University’s education program students.

As part of their final term assignment, the education students refurbished four bikes and donated them to John Barsby’s Operation Generation Bike Club for high school students in need.

Operation Generation relies on community vol-

Dancy, Christine Lynch, Molly Mitchell, Olivia Hill and Paul found donors in the community willing to donate four bikes.

“One of our team members (Christine Lynch) works at Oak Bay Bicycle shop in Nanaimo, and is an expert in bike repair,” adds Paul.

“Thanks to her connections, the shop generously donated tools and space to carry out the repairs, and more than $400 in materials including tire tubes, brakes, peddles, handles, brake lines and a new tire. Christine taught us how to repair the bikes.”

Operation Generation is currently seeking support from adult volunteers.

To volunteer for the program, please contact Walker at info@hubcitycycles.ca.

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VIU Education students repaired and donated four bicycles to John Barsby Community School’s Operation Generation bike program for students in need. From left: Kathleen Paul, Alysha Bandali, Christine Lynch, Olivia Hill, Molly Mitchell, Alita Dancy and Robert Sieben.

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If it’s done correctly, a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) or The Free Home Evaluation TIM WAIT can be the next best thing to an appraisal in approximating the value of a property. The purpose of the CMA is to analyze data from properties similar to the subject property that has sold recently in order to project the realistic price at which the subject property would sell. I’m not an appraiser, but what I’ve always done is make upward and downward adjustments to the projected value of the subject property based on features and characteristics of the comparables I use. Some are based on “gut” feelings while other adjustments come about through rules of thumb I have developed from experience. Putting a value on real estate is an inexact science at best, and this methodology has worked pretty well for me over the years. I use a completely different method for projecting the value of land and property with residential development potential. How can you tell if the CMA you’ve been given is worth more than the piece of paper it’s written on? Call me at 713-1223 or email tim@timwait.com and I will let you know.

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I plan to soon have all of my natural teeth extracted. Once I have my dentures, will they last for the rest of my life?

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As you know, the human body is in a constant state of change, and the mouth is no exception. Although dentures are durable, they are not any more permanent than eyeglasses.

Over time, the underlying tissues of the mouth change, often causing the denture to settle out of position. This can cause a change in the fit and occlusion, as well as in your appearance. As the gums shrink, upper dentures tend to go up out of sight & move back, while lower dentures tend to settle down and come forward. Thus, some people who wear the same dentures over many years develop a “bull dog” look.

As a general rule, dentures should be replaced every 5-7 years and relined every 2-3 years, in order to prevent deterioration of the tissues and bone and to maintain a healthy, natural smile. An annual professional consultation is very important and is provided at our Clinic at no charge.

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DEATHS

DEATHS

October 15, 1922 - November 10, 2014

Patricia passed away on November 10, 2014.

An outdoor service will be held Friday, November 21 at 1 p.m.

Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens

DENNIS LUM TILLAPAUGH, Lyle Melvin July 5, 1927 – October 31, 2014

It is with profound sadness that we announce Lyle’s passing on October 31, 2014. Lyle will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 65 years, Jean, their five children, Sandy (Jim) Robertson, Don (Inger), Bruce (Elizabeth), Brian and Rick (Colleen), 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren and many other wonderful friends and family. Lyle was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Edna, his brother, Alden, his sister, Norah and his daughter in law, Valerie Funk.

Lyle was born on a farm at Hamlin, Alberta, where the family lived until moving to Armstrong, BC in 1941. He graduated from high school in 1945 and in 1947 Lyle joined the Royal Canadian Navy where he served proudly for 30 years. On his first night “ashore� in Victoria he met Jean Corner at a dance. She became the love of his life and they were married in 1949. After the navy, Lyle was employed by the Nanaimo School Board, retiring in 1987.

Lyle was inspirational to all who knew him, especially his family with whom he held a special bond and they will all miss him dearly. He had a quick wit and impish sense of humour. Lyle was an avid outdoorsman and passed on his love of camping and fishing to all his kids and grandchildren. He also showed no mercy when playing cards!

A celebration of Lyle’s life will be held November 22 from 1:00-3:00 pm in Lantzville at the Royal Canadian Legion Seaview Centennial Branch 257 (7227 Lantzville Road).

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your choice in Lyle’s memory.

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Fri., Nov. 28, 9am-7pm BC Pensioners Hall 2465 Labieux Rd.

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Baking, hand-made items, great gifts and so much more!

passed away peacefully on November 3, 2014 at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. He is survived by his wife April, sons Kirklan (Megan) and Brandon, sisters Alice (Jimmie) Soon and Shirley (Garnet) Mah, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

There will be an informal gathering of family and friends on Saturday, December 27, 2014 at Bowen Park, 500 Bowen Road in Room #1. Please drop by any time between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM to visit, share memories, and celebrate his life.

TRAVEL TRUCKERS WANTED!

(Johns) (nee Wright), Jan. 17, 1921 ~ Nov. 10, 2014.

Joan passed away, Nov. 10, 2014 in the Nanaimo Hospital. She will be lovingly remembered by her sons David, Murray, William, Peter and Robert, her daughtersin,law Jill and Cathy, her grand-daughters- inlaw Nicole and Leah, her grand-children Christy, Craig, Ryan, and Nolan, her great-grand-children Riley and Archer and close friends Jeanne, Jan, Sherry and Gloria. She had many friends who enjoyed her smile she so freely gave to everyone.

Family was her life!

First Memorial Funeral Services 250-754-8333

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FUNERAL HOMES

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IN MEMORIAM

250-245-5553 IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory of

George Bell Addison Feb. 14, 1920 - Nov. 19, 2004

Listen to the wind for my message of love.

Watch the sun rise and set in the sky with me.

Feel my essence encircle you with warm memories.

Open your heart to know ...

I am not gone.

Reach deep into your soul ...

You will find me.

I am here.

“When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure�

- Author Unknown

Your Loving Wife Anne, Chuck & Linda, Gordon, Jimmie & Lorraine, Vicki & John, Laurie & Gary and families.

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ANNIVERSARIES

ANNIVERSARIES

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CELEBRATIONS

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3 We will publish all names provided, if received to the 4 p.m. Thursday deadline. The 3 3 prior Birthday and Anniversary dates must occur week. No ages will be published.

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BEAUTIFUL GRANDFATHER CLOCK: 7ft high, walnut, like new! Asking $895. 758-8036

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CHAMP’s PAINTING since 1992. $199/rm, 2 coats, all inclusive. Satisfaction guaranteed! Refs. (250)327-7043.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE AUCTIONS NATIVE ART & ARTIFACTS AUCTION Sunday Nov. 23rd, 12:00 Noon Preview 9:00am Croatian Cultural Centre 3250 Commercial Drive.

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For Information / Registration Call: Karen McHady 250 - 585 - 4474 email:kmcHady@shaw.ca PARKSVILLE EXECUTIVE ESTATE SALE. 893 Wally’s Way (Wembley Estates Subdivision) Nov 20 (9-6), Nov 21 (9-6) & Nov 22 (9-3). Designer clothing, fine furniture, collectables, linen, Royal Albert china, 1930 upright piano, garden ornaments, household and more. View photos at www.estateliquidators.ca

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STEEL BUILDINGS. “Giftcard give-away!”

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Families partner with Habitat

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Habitat for Humanity Mid-Vancouver Island announced two new partner families for the upcoming build project in Nanaimo.

Habitat welcomes the Pearce/Bacon family and the Denby family as the two new future homeowners. The selection of the two new partner families launches Habitat for Humanity’s fundraising campaign, Building Homes, Building Hope, to raise $200,000 to offset the cost of building the two homes located at 2360 Extension Rd. in Nanaimo.

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VIU MEN’S team wins by 84-77 score.

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BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

The VIU Mariners won a battle of unbeaten teams, and did it undermanned, but they know they can still be better.

Vancouver Island University’s men’s basketball team defeated the Quest Kermodes 84-77 on Friday night at the VIU gym.

“We’re still trying to get to the point where we can put together a consistent 40-minute effort,” said Matt Kuzminski, coach of the Mariners. “We have not had that all season.”

Friday’s game turned into something of a gut check early as VIU’s top scorer, Justin King, was injured in the first quarter and did not return.

“We have a lot of good players on the team, so when something like that happens, guys are ready to step up,” said the coach.

The M’s led by 13 points at the half, but the Kermodes chipped away and closed the deficit to two points midway through the fourth quarter.

“Coaches were just telling us to keep executing, executing, don’t get our heads out of the game, stay in the game, don’t

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VIU Mariners guard Jon Bethell passes the ball during Friday night’s game against the Quest Kermodes at the Vancouver Island University gym. The M’s won 84-77.

get complacent,” said Kadeem Stewart, VIU guard.

The M’s stuck to their game, stayed calm and hit their free throws down the stretch to secure the victory.

“This is helping us, these close games,” Stewart said. “As we get further into the season, I know we’re going to play better teams, there’s going to be more competition. So this is helping

us in the long run.”

Still, the coach said the Mariners won’t feel like they win until they play complete basketball.

“We’re slowly getting better at offensive execution. Tonight, I

don’t think that was our issue,” Kuzminski said. “It was more effort and focus on defence … It’s an issue that could be a really big problem if we don’t get better at it.”

Stewart led the team with 20 points and six rebounds. Chris Parker scored 15 points and Jason Fortin scored 13.

Earlier that night, VIU’s women’s basketball team was defeated by Quest, 64-51. Sienna Pollard scored 24 points and Emily Clarke added seven.

The following afternoon the Capilano Blues visited the VIU gym. The M’s women won 58-37 as Jenna Carver pulled down a re m a r k a b l e 2 5 rebounds. The M’s men were also winners in a 91-62 blowout.

GAME ON … The Mariners men’s and women’s basketball teams are on the road this Friday (Nov. 21) and Saturday to play the Columbia Bible College Bearcats and the Kwantlen Eagles, respectively. Next home action isn’t until Jan. 23. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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Nanaimo Clippers forward Sheldon Rempal wins a puck battle along the boards during Friday’s game against the Alberni Valley Bulldogs at Frank Crane Arena.

Clippers beat rival Bulldogs The Nanaimo Clippers were too much for the Alberni Valley Bulldogs to handle.

The Clips defeated the Dogs 5-2 on Friday night at Frank Crane Arena.

The game was a rematch of the previous Friday, in which Nanaimo needed overtime to edge its Island rivals. This week the Clippers came out skating, were undeterred by a 1-0 first-period deficit, and scored four times in the second period to build a lead.

Cole Maier had a goal and an assist and other Nanaimo scorers were Anthony Rinaldi, Nick Gushue, Brett Roulston and Sheldon Rempal.

Guillaume Decelles made 41 saves for the win as shots ended up 50-43.

Two days later, the Clippers defeated the Chilliwack Chiefs at Frank Crane Arena by a score of 10-2. The Clips had a total of 32 shots on goal and went 4-for-6 on the power play.

Anthony Rinaldi scored two goals, while Nicolas Carrier had a fivepoint night with a goal and four assists.

GAME ON … The Clippers host the Victoria Grizzlies on Wednesday (Nov. 19) at 7 p.m. at Frank Crane Arena.

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Nanaimo’s Martin Barakso rowed to gold at the right time.

Barakso and his pairs partner Tim Schrijver won their division at the national trials at Elk Lake in Victoria on Nov. 9.

Barakso, 20, and Schrijver, 22, prevailed over more experienced senior team members to finish first.

The results will factor into assessments leading up to the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

Gorge races test athletes Nanaimo Rowing Club members beat the clock to post strong results at the Head and Tail of the Gorge races in Victoria last month.

Junior, senior and masters rowers completed a fourkilometre course that included tidal rapids, rocks and reefs in windy, rainy weather.

The best local result was a fifth-place finish by the senior men’s doubles team of Liam Cooper and Marshall Ewen-Holdom.

HADI ABASSI, back on the board, says club has winning template.

BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEwS BuLLETiN

The V.I. Raiders think they can get back on top, because they’ve been there and they know what it takes.

The Vancouver Island Raiders junior football club has its new board in place and is looking forward to what will be another season of change, after firing head coach Brian Ridgeway last month.

Back as a board member is Hadi Abassi, who was suspended from Canadian Junior Football League sidelines all last season after an unpopular rant at the previous year’s Canadian Bowl national championship.

Abassi argues with Ridgeway’s contention of negativity within the franchise, saying the Raiders’ winning tradition was as positive a story as could be written. Abassi and Ridgeway were at odds for most of the coach’s one-year tenure.

“I did not agree with some of the decisions he made, but that wasn’t the primary factor [in his firing],” Abassi said. “Nobody more than me wanted to have this relationship work with Brian here as our head coach, but as a franchise, as a team, we all decided, no, it was good for the team to take a different direction.”

That direction could have a retro feel.

“We have a winning formula that we had for nine years as a franchise, so why would we want to change that winning formula?” he asked. “We’re going to do whatever we did in the past under coach [Matthew Blokker]’s direction and we should learn from him and move in that direction.”

Abassi said no fan is satisfied with losing, and he wasn’t, but he said he was “very happy” with the coaching staff’s on-field results.

However, the franchise’s longterm vision, Abassi said, requires greater stability.

The Raiders hope they will have that with a new coach. The club received immediate interest in its coaching vacancy and could be close to an announcement.

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“Yes, they all retired or they moved on because of family life and everything, but I’m going to ask them to come back and be a part of the organization again…”

Abassi said. “It’s a team, it’s a family and we’re going to bring that unity back.” sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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Bulldogs win way into quarterfinals The John Barsby Bulldogs opened defence of their AA varsity football crown, hammering the Prince George Polars 41-0 Saturday afternoon.

Head coach Rob Stevenson said he was pleased with the shutout and the large margin of victory in his team’s 2014 playoff opener.

“The whole offensive line as a unit was fantastic and I really liked what I saw from wingback Naythan Vogt. Quarterback North Rainey was throwing some precision footballs,” Stevenson

said. “Defensively, a big game from Doyl Sosnowski and again, our linebackers [played] terrific, every one of them.”

Rainey said he was pleased with the win and also complimentary of his teammates.

“Our receivers did a great job today in holding onto the balls ... they (offensive line) played really well,” he said.

The Bulldogs’ next game is against the Seaquam Seahawks this Saturday (Nov. 22) at Merle Logan Field.

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Nanaimo Buccaneers player Trent Bell whacks at a rebound in front of the Oceanside Generals crease during Thursday night’s junior B hockey game at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. The Bucs won 8-2.

Buccaneers blow out Generals The Nanaimo Buccaneers scored in bunches and beat the Oceanside Generals last night.

The Bucs won 8-2 in Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League action on Thursday at the Nanaimo Ice Centre.

The game started strangely, with the home team scoring twice in the first two minutes,

and the visitors answering back with two goals in two minutes, for a 2-2 tie before the game was even five minutes old.

Hobin Zinck scored a hat trick to lead Nanaimo, Jordan Levesque and Trent Bell had a goal and two assists each and other scorers were Carter Turnbull, Will McNamara and

Jared Fedosoff. Greg Maggio made 27 saves for the win.

The Bucs lost 5-1 to the Campbell River Storm the next day on the road. David Osborne scored for Nanaimo.

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BEST TANNING SALON Divine Glow Tanning Unit F - 427 Fitzwilliam St 250-754-2269 www.divineglow.ca

Check out the entire 2014 Best of the City magazine online at: www.nanaimobulletin.com

We look forward to serving you throughout the coming year.

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Nanaimo News Bulletin Tuesday, November 18, 2014

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You’ll Feel Like Family.

Nanaimo Midweek Specials Tues. thru Sat., November 18-22, 2014

Locally Owned & Operated since 1984

Look for our GIANT 16 page Flyer in Thursday’s News Bulletin!

HELP FILL a DREAM for Island Kids this Season.

“Help Fill A Dream” is a charitable foundation that inspires hope for Vancouver Island and Salt Spring Island children under the age of 19 with life-threatening conditions by fulfilling their dreams and assisting their families with care and financial support.

How You Can Help: Purchase a $2.00 ~”paper shirt”, an Island-Grown Dream bouquet, or an Island-Grown Christmas tree. See details in-store.

Bulk Foods Except Bulk Coffee

20%

v Friskies Grillers

Tender & Crunchy Cat Food

In our Deli...

Roast Beef

BIG 7.5 Kg Bag

9

.97

97

OFF AT CHECKOUTS

100 g

EACH

Prince Edward Island

Grown in China Country Grocer

Entire Nutrition Mandarins Department

10% OFF AT CHECKOUTS

5 LB. BOX

Service Meat Items

20% OFF AT CHECKOUTS

In our Bakery...

Chocolate Chip Cookies Family Packs F 00 O

2 10

1000 g, 24’s

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3

Schneider’s Primo Taglio

Russet Potatoes 10 lb Bag

97 EACH

NEW CROP

4

97 EACH

Naturegg

Simply Egg Whites or Free Run Simply Egg Whites

.97

2x250 ml or 500 ml

Whileast Stocks L

Reg. 47 3.99-4.

EACH

Chase River Marketplace: 82 Twelfth St, Nanaimo • 250-753-7545 Bowen Road: 1800 Dufferin Cres, Nanaimo • 250-591-5525 Open Daily 7 am - 10 pm