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Craig Street merchants want to spruce up their street and they asked Parksville city council for help on Monday night. Business owners Barry Evans and Shellie Atwood told council they have been frustrated in their efforts to work through the Parksville Downtown Business Association (PDBA). “Basically, we were told by the PDBA that they are not available to help,” said Evans. “We were told to do it ourselves.” The PDBA is funded through a bylaw that allows the city to collect a levy from downtown businesses, turning the money — $155,000 this year — over to the association. “I do not believe we are getting value for money,” said Evans. Some councillors weren’t sure what role the city should play, if any, in this issue. “This feels like it’s something between yourselves and the PDBA,” said Coun. Sue Powell. “The first thing you have to do is get along with the PDBA,” said Coun. Al Greir. Evans and Atwood said they would like, for a start, to see benches, more garbage containers, better flower boxes and some stylized crosswalk painting done on Craig Street, along with better lighting. “The PDBA has a budget for these things but they never use it,” said Evans, who also expressed frustration about how the PDBA operates, including the filling of board-member chairs. “It’s certainly not transparent,” said Evans. “And to get on the PDBA (board) you have to be found to be suitable.” See ‘KEEP THE MOMENTUM’, page A7
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HOLIDAY FAVOURITES: Village Voices director Lonnie Moddle leads the local choir group as they perform what they call their annual flash mob in the deli section of Qualicum Foods Saturday evening, taking unassuming shoppers by surprise as they belted out a few holiday favourites.
NANOOSE FIRST NATION IN TREATY TALKS
Parksville land may be in play JOHN HARDING
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Will a portion of Parksville become land that belongs to Nanoose First Nation? Chief David Bob spoke of impending treaty talks and cooperation between governments when he and two elders gave a blessing to Parksville’s new city council on Monday night.
“I want to thank you for finally acknowledging we are here,” Bob said after a traditional blessing delivered by elders referred to by Mayor Marc Lefebvre as Auntie Anne and Uncle Jim. “We aren’t going anywhere. We are willing to work with you, sit and talk with you.” The chief also pointed to ongoing treaty talks with senior governments,
saying his Nation is ready to stand its ground and adding that any treaty settlement will likely have an effect on the future budgets of Parksville. “We can sit and talk . . . or we can fight, there is no middle ground,” said Bob. “When the treaty is settled it could affect your tax base.” See CHIEF SAYS, page A6
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Did you lose a camera? The RCMP have it
Oceanside RCMP are putting out a plea to the public. Police issued a news release Wednesday morning saying a blue Fujifilm camera was turned into the detachment. According to the release, the camera contains several “priceless” photos, including those taken at a destination wedding. Police are asking anyone who may know the owner of the camera to contact Const. Gueulette at 250-248-6111. — NEWS Staff
Landslide victims lost ‘virtually everything’
A recently retired couple, Judith Munkholm and Noel Stephen, of Little Qualicum River Village were hit hard last week when their home was taken out by a mudslide during a series of ferocious weather storms. According to a news release issued Wednesday by Elaine Peligren, the couple suffered only minor physical injuries and were released from hospital the same day, however, they “have lost virtually everything they own, except for their vehicles and a few belongings.” The release says the couple have no identification, no personal belongings and are left wondering how they will come out financially. But the community is banding together to help their neighbours. An account calling for donations has been set up at the Royal Bank: “In Trust — Personal Tragedy Account for Noel Stephen and Judith Munkholm — Qualicum Beach, B.C.” If you feel compelled to help in any way with products or services in-kind contact Elaine Peligren at 888-488-7099 or elainedlcv@shaw.ca or Annie Donald at 250752-6728. Additionally, a donation website has been set up at www. gofundme.com, search LQRB mudslide or contact Candice Pady at 250-228-2707 or candice_pady@hotmail.com. — Submitted By Elaine Peligren
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STILL TIME TO GIVE: Kalvin Poppy came into the SOS with his grandmother last week to donate a bunch of new, unwrapped toys to the SOS Caring for Kids at Christmas Program. This week, low-income parents, caregivers and grandparents are shopping for free in the SOS Toy Shop, which ensures every local child has a gift to unwrap on Christmas morning. The SOS is also aiming to raise $115,000 in cash in order to distribute grocery store gift cards, so that low-income families and individuals can look forward to a good meal over the holidays. So far $71,111 has been raised. Please donate if you can. Visit www.sosd69.com or call 250-248-2093 to donate with your credit card, or drop in with a donation to the SOS at 245 West Hirst Ave in Parksville.
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Chuck Chestnut, a retired faculty member in VIU’s Resource Management Officer Training program, drills a hole into a whale bone to make way for a steel rod that will hold the 35-foot skeleton together when it hangs from the ceiling inside VIU’s Deep Bay Marine Field Station. The skeleton will become a permanent educational exhibit to teach future generations about marine science and sustainability in coastal communities.
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Vancouver Island University’s (VIU) innovative ‘buy-a-bone-to-raise-a-whale’ campaign is sold out but public support is still needed to create a permanent educational exhibit at the Deep Bay Marine Field Station. “We’re ecstatic and truly overwhelmed at the public enthusiasm towards this project,” says Brian Kingzett, manager of VIU’s Deep Bay Marine Field Station. “All 156 whale bones have been sponsored and we’ve raised $67,000 thanks to the generous support of individuals and businesses in our community. “Our staff and volunteers are hard at work preparing the final exhibit, but we need to raise another $8,000 to complete it by March. The exhibit will feature a 35-foot grey whale skeleton hanging over the stairwell of the Field Station. It will be the highlight of our marine science public education program.” If anyone would like to get involved or make a contribution, please contact Brian.Kingzett@ viu.ca.
Certificates of ‘bone ownership’ signed by VIU President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Ralph Nilson are being mailed to all donors who purchased bones and supported the online campaign. Nanaimo dentist Rob Wolanski, a member of the VIU Foundation Board, purchased two lumbar vertebrae and one thoracic vertebrae to show his support for the project. “I wanted the whale’s jaw bone but it was already sold,” says Wolanski, who works at Vancouver Island Implant Centre in Nanaimo. “When I heard there were three bones left, I thought why not? I bought them all because I know how hard it is to sell the last few items in any fundraising campaign. I also know how many people have volunteered their time in order to leave a legacy for future generations. This truly is a fantastic project.” Launched by the VIU Foundation and Deep Bay Marine Field Station last spring, the raisea-whale campaign received a major boost when the Underwater Harvesters Association (UHA) became a lead donor by making a $10,000 gift to the project. — Submitted by VIU
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Horne Lake installs metal slide Spelunking destination north of Qualicum may be the first in the world to install metal slide in one of their ancient caves for safety and sustainability CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com
Horne Lake Caves may be the first in the world to install a metal slide in one of their 100,000 year old caverns. “We haven’t heard of any other slides in caves yet,” Horne Lake park manager Charlene Forrest told The NEWS. “It’s something we’re looking into.” The four-metre metal slide is one of a few shiny new structural additions the adventure destination welcomed this fall. Park officials say the structures will increase safety, environmental sustainability and education. Forrest explains a brand new “ramps and ladders” system was installed in September in Main Cave in an effort to reduce human contact with calcite. She explains calcite is a crystal formation that takes thousands of years to form but is easily damaged by human contact. Forrest said the metal structures were custom made in Parksville and put in place by volunteer cavers over a five day period. They are designed to make caving safer for people by providing a solid, steady base through otherwise steep, rocky terrain while also protecting the precious calcite lining the caves. Forrest said it’s a win-win. “People are able to focus more on the educational component of our tours if they feel safe,” she said. “And the new structures alIt’s like our way of low for less human contact with saying sorry to the the calcite.” caves after a 100 years of The metal structures have limnot looking ited points of contact within the after them cave. CHARLENE FORREST Forrest said all together the structures impact less than one square foot of the caves, shielding as much of the calcite as possible. She said the project was made possible using funds and labour from B.C. Parks, the Canadian Cave Conservancy and the park’s cave tour operator, Island Pacific Adventures. Calcite is a rock-forming mineral that grows naturally within the caves. In its purest form, lead guide Myles Fullmer said calcite will appear white and reflective. He said calcite can be a great source of data, providing information about what past climates were like thousands of years ago. On rare occasions, he said cavers have spotted
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Nicholas Riemar tests out the brand new metal slide recently installed in Main Cave.
troglobitic lifeforms living in calcite’s rimstone pools. Not only that, but Fullmer said “it’s also really pretty.” He said the fastest growing calcite grows one inch every 100 years and the smallest of formations may be older than a majority of British Columbian forests. But over the last century, Fullmer said people haven’t exactly been kind to the caves. Before the area was taken over by Horne Lake Caves in 1971, it was completely unregulated. Fullmer said the now-pristine caves were once filled with broken beer bottles, cigarette butts and litter. He said volunteers literally took out bags full of garbage when they started cleaning out the caves. The robust walls made up of ancient rock still have hints of old spray paint — remnants of a bygone era. And today, park officials are doing everything
they can to preserve the caves. Forrest said the new additions are just a start. “It’s like our way of saying sorry to the caves after a 100 years of not looking after them,” she said. “We’re making true efforts to protect and apologize to the caves.” Vancouver Island is home to more than 1,200 known caves, but it is estimated that there are closer to 3,000 caves on the Island. “That means you could actually go where nobody has been before,” said Forrest. Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park is a well known spelunking destination north of Parksville and the attraction is open all year round. In the winter months, daily departures of the three-hour wet and wild tour and self-guided tours are available. In the summer months, tours range from one and a half to five hours and are offered daily. For more information visit www.hornelake. com or contact 250-248-7829.
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Despite being chased out of Hamilton Marsh by hunters, the 24th annual Parksville Qualicum Beach Christmas Bird Count was a success on Sunday. “It’s not untypical of counts, or birders in general,” explained organizer Sandra Gray. “We like to hit it early in the day, so a group was walking in while it was still dark with flashlights and just as they were approaching the dock — boom, boom, boom,” she said of one of the eight team’s early morning adventure. “They were shocked and horrified, thinking ‘are they shooting at us?’” The group backed out without incident and returned later in the afternoon when they only saw a few ducks. The numbers tallied this year were in the high-middle range of the long running event, with 35 people identifying 110 different species. That’s below the record 117, but Gray said there are still some feeder counts coming in that might edge that up some. Overall they counted over 31,000 birds, again short of the 37,000 record, but not bad Gray said. She said the numbers have generally gone up over the years mostly due to an increase in volunteers and more effort and knowledge put into how and where they look, now working
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Local birdwatchers, like the ones pictured above at Rathtrevor Provincial Park in September, took part in the annual Christmas bird count on Sunday.
with the cooperation of a lot of private land owners and organizations like the RDN, Ducks Unlimited, the Nature Trust and Island Timberlands. While she didn’t have all the details yet, Gray said some of the highlights included seeing 70 Brant, which is quite high for this time of year, as was the 500 trumpeter swans and 500 ancient murlets. On the low side was the count of only 270 eagles, which she said was likely due to all the fish having been washed out by the recent raging storm
waters. They also only saw one ring neck pheasant, which she said are usually more common. The rarest sighting that jumped to mind was four Townsend’s solitaires on Little Mountain. The information is forwarded to the Audubon Society, which uses the numbers from similar counts across North America to determine how various populations of birds are doing. For more information call Gray at 250-248-5565.
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In an interview later in the week, Chief Bob said Nanoose First Nation is currently in what’s called the AIP stage of treaty talks — the parties are seeking an agreement in principle. He was asked how the talks were going. “Until the province and the feds make up their minds about where they are at, I can’t comment,” said the chief. He was asked what he meant when he spoke Monday night about possible effects on Parksville’s tax base. “We could have land in Parksville (when the treaty process is completed),” said Bob. “I can’t say until they
(senior governments) sign.” Chief Bob was also asked about his use of the word “finally” when he spoke of Parksville city council acknowledging the Nation. “Nanoose First Nation has been here since before contact and when was the last time Parksville city council recognized us?” said the chief. In other city council news from Monday night’s meeting: • The city and the Parksville and District Chamber of Commerce have reached a 2015 fee for service agreement for $42,578.28, a 1.1 per cent
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Members of the PDBA board and its execu- merchants are items that fall under the city’s tive director Pam Bottomley sat in the gallery purview, or, as in the case of Weld Street, they listening to Evan and Atwood. After the meet- are paid for by a developer as part of a larger ing, they asked for time before commenting, housing/retail project. although Bottomley did say: “I’m really excit“We have never said no to anything they ed so many people care about downtown.” (Craig Street merchants) have asked,” said Parksville and District Chamber of Com- Bottomley. “We were not formed to do what merce executive director Kim Burden said that the city normally does — we are there to augorganization isn’t about to get in the middle of ment it. And we are not in complete control of this dispute. a timeline when they are joint projects.” “We have a relationship with the PDBA and The PDBA has been focused on marketing it’s a positive one and we would like to keep it and promoting the downtown as a whole, both that way,” said Burden. locally and to a wider audience, said BottomCouncil eventually directed ley. The PDBA has 230 memstaff to come back with some ber businesses. Its president We have to be careful we cost estimates on the up- are not snubbing our nose is Craig Carmichael, who said grades the Craig Street group the current board is stacked at another street is requesting, without making with people who have experiAL GREIR any commitments. ence in business and tourism “We have an awful lot of both here and in other comother streets,” said Greir. “We munities. have to be careful we are not snubbing our “We have a lot of experience on our board,” nose at another street.” said Carmichael. Atwood expanded on Greir’s comment with As for the board selection process, Bottomanother shot across the PDBA’s bow. ley said like most non-profits, the PDBA sets “If there are a whole bunch of streets and up a nominating committee that asks potenbusinesses forming their own groups, doesn’t tial board members a couple of basic questhat tell you the PDBA is not doing their job?” tions related to the candidate’s willingness to said Atwood. follow the bylaws of the association. In an interview Tuesday morning, the PDThe PDBA’s annual general meeting is in BA’s Bottomley pointed to a number of new March. buildings and a positive vibe in the downOutside the council chambers, Evans was town, specifically pointing to Eat Fresh Urban asked what role he believed the owners of the Market, the new Vancouver Island Insurance buildings on Craig Street — many of which are Centre and the new Co-op gas station/store/ not the owners of the business in their buildcondo development. ings and many of which live outside Parksville “Downtown revitalization is happening, — should play in the future of Craig Street. let’s keep the momentum going,” said Bottom- More than a couple of people in attendance ley. “We are the envy of other communities, Monday night pointed to the age and appearlarge and small.” ance of many Craig Street buildings, someThe PDBA went to the city in the summer thing that’s not under the control of the city or asking about the availability of benches for the PDBA. Craig Street, said Bottomley. She said many of “We’re not going to dictate to the owners,” the things being requested by the Craig Street said Evans.
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Have a merry little Kerstmis JESSICA SKELTON PHOTO
CAROLS FROM THE CHOIR: The Errington Elementary School choir sings Christmas carols at the S.O.S Senior’s are Talking Christmas event on Dec. 10 at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre. About 90 members of the group attended the event. Shelley St. Marie, the Seniors are Talking Program co-ordinator, thanked Thrifty Foods for donating the table centrepieces, the staff at the PCCC and the event’s volunteers.
When I was little, I looked forward to Christmas — the tree, the turkey, the presents. And who couldn’t get on board with a twoweek vacation from school? For my dad, Christmas was one more opportunity to brag on all things Dutch. It didn’t matter what the holiday, dad thought they did it better in Holland than in Canada. Fiercely patriotic, I always disagreed. One early December evening, when I was eight, dad began explaining the superiority of the Dutch Christmas season. “Do you boys know we have two Christmases in Holland? We By Ray Smit have Kerstmis on December 25th and Sinterklaas three weeks earlier. On the evening of December 5th, the patron saint of Amsterdam, St. Nicholas, arrives from Spain in a steamboat and brings chocolate to all the good children of Holland. Doesn’t that sound better than a Canadian Christmas?” “Santa has a sleigh with eight magic reindeer and it’s filled with presents. I like Canadian Christmas!” I asserted. Jay asked: “When do you get your presents in Holland, dad? Is it on Christmas morning?” “No. Christmas is not for exchanging presents. You just get candy on Sinterklaas.” “No presents? Cinder Glass is just a big, dumb, stupid-head,” I exclaimed. “Santa brings presents!” “He isn’t a stupid-head!” Dad replied irritably. “And his name is Sinterklaas not Cinder Glass. And he has his own song too.” Dad’s voice softened. “Maybe you can learn it when Aunt Winifred visits us at Christmas from Holland. This is how it goes, ‘Sinterklaas kapoentje, gooi wat in m’n schoentje, gooi wat in m’n laarsje, dank u Sinterklaasje.’” “What does it mean, dad?” “It means St. Nicholas throw something in my shoe, throw something in my boot.” “The cat threw up in my shoe,” I replied helpfully. Jay piped up. “I’m not eating can-
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dy that was in Ray’s stinky shoes — or Ray’s stinky boots either.” “My boots aren’t stinky, only my shoes cause the cat threw up in them!” “Enough about stinky feet,” dad commanded. “What about the song?” “I wouldn’t sing a baby song like that,” Jay replied. “The guys would laugh at me.” “Let’s sing Jingle Bell Rock instead,” I suggested strumming a pretend guitar. “Never mind! Dad replied. “You kids wouldn’t know a good thing if it fell on you. Christmas in Holland is better than it is in Canada, plain and simple.” “Oh yeah, well I bet you don’t have cool Christmas carols like Silent Night,” I replied. “Silent Night is not a Canadian Christmas carol!” dad said exasperatedly. “We sing it at our Canadian school!” “It was written in Germany, the country where I was born. It’s called Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht. Not only that but it wasn’t even translated into English for another 30 years. What do you say to that?” “I bet it sounds better in English. Can we go watch TV now? A Charlie Brown Christmas is on.” Dad sighed and nodded. Parents are hard to understand — especially Dutch ones. We never did sing Sinterklaas Kapoentje for Aunt Winifred, but as time passed my opinion of the Dutch holiday softened somewhat. After all, how many Canadian kids got candy on the 5th and presents on Christmas too? That was a pretty sweet deal. Besides, if it made dad happy to put chocolate in my stinky shoes, who was I to argue? Gezellige Kerstmis (Merry Christmas) everyone.
RAYVIEW
Silent Night Holy Night
The Christian Churches of the Oceanside Ministerial wish you a joyful Christmas.
We invite you to join us to celebrate the birth of Christ, God’s gift of love, at any of the following special services. Knox United Church
Our Saviour Lutheran Church
Christ’s Church Oceanside
Anglican Network in Canada. Services held at
Christmas Eve Contemplative Service 4:00pm Christmas Eve Family Candlelight Service: 7:00pm Christmas Eve Service With Candlelight & Communion: 11pm www.kucparksville.ca
795 W. Island Hwy, Parksville 250-248-6644 “Home of the BC Mission Boat”
Wednesday, December 24 Candlelight and Carols: 7pm Thursday, December 25 Carols and Communion: 10am www.oursaviourlutheranchurch.ca
Wed., Dec. 24 Holy Communion 7:00pm Thurs., Dec. 25 Holy Communion 10:00am www.christschurchoceanside.org
St. Columba Presbyterian Church
Catholic Church of Ascension
Sunday, December 21 4th Sunday in Advent LOVE theme: 10:30am Wednesday, December 24 Candlelight Service: 7:00pm Sunday, December 28 Morning Worship: 10:30am
Christmas Eve, December 24
Corner of Pym and Humphrey Streets 250-248-3927
921 Wembley Road, Parksville 250-248-2348
Nanoose Place, 2925 Northwest Bay Rd. 250-752-2942
Qualicum Baptist Church
600 Beach Road, Qualicum Beach (behind the train station)
887 Wembley Road, Parksville 250-248-3747
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Wednesday, December 24 Christmas Eve Candlelight Carols: 6:30pm
Masses: 5:00pm, 7:30pm & 10pm Christmas Day, December 25 Mass: 11:00am
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Ray Smit is the author of The Trouble With Tapioca now available at Amazon.com. His columns appear every other Thursday. E-mail: Raymondsmit@shaw.ca
West coast getting better Internet service The provincial government says it is partnering with TELUS, BC Hydro and All Nations Trust Company to connect the west coast of Vancouver Island to faster and higher capacity Internet service. The multi-million dollar investment in new fibre-optic cable along Highway 4 will enhance communications services to west coast Island communities such as Tofino, Ucluelet and Ahousat, according to a government news release. This significant investment will improve capacity and alleviate congestion, greatly improve the quality of service available in these communities and expand high-speed service to residents and businesses including nearby coastal communities for the first time. — NEWS Staff
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LASQUETI POLITICS
Morrison vice chair of Trust Executive committee has responsibility to consider approval of bylaws developed by local trust committees
At its first meeting since the local government elections in November, the Islands Trust Council elected a chair and three vice-chairs recently to form the Islands Trust Executive Committee for the 2014-2018 term. Council also elected two representatives to sit on the Trust Fund Board. Nominees answered questions from trustees about the skills and values they would bring to these leadership positions, according to a news release from the Islands Trust. The new chair of the Islands Trust Council is Peter Luckham from the Thetis Island Local Trust Area. The three new vice-chairs are: Trustee Laura Busheikin of the Denman Island Local Trust Area, Trustee George Grams of the
Salt Spring Island Local Trust Area and Trustee Susan Morrison of the Lasqueti Island Local Trust Area. The Islands Trust executive committee oversees daily business of the Islands Trust between quarterly meetings of the entire council. It has legislated responsibilities to consider approval of bylaws developed by local trust committees and Bowen Island Municipality. Members also serve as chairs of the 12 local trust committees that have authority for land use planning and regulation in the Islands Trust Area. The Islands Trust Council also elected Trustee Kate-Louise Stamford of the Gambier Island Local Trust Area and Trustee Tony Law of the Hornby Island Local Trust Area to serve on the Trust Fund Board, a land conservancy for Canada’s islands in the Salish Sea. The executive committee then Lasqueti Island’s Morrison as its representative to the Trust Fund Board. — NEWS Staff/Island Trust
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Come on out to the last market of the year
and shop for fresh produce, local artisan foods and crafts for X-mas on Saturday, Dec. 20th, 2014 at the Qualicum Beach Community Hall. Located at the corner of Memorial and Veterans way, the market reopens Saturday, Jan. 17th 2015.
POLICE ROAD CHECKS
800 vehicles checked in one night CANDACE WU
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The first driver that was pulled over during a national driving initiative Dec. 5 in Nanoose Bay was issued a DUI. Central Vancouver Island Traffic Services Cpl. Mike Elston said that was an “unusual” start to the annual road block, but it didn’t reflect the rest of the night. Elston said 800 vehicles were pulled over at the Nanoose Flats where two DUIs were issued, three drug seizures (marijuana) were conducted and about 30 tickets were given out.
Eight regular members, four auxiliary members and one commercial vehicle inspector helped with the campaign. Elston said ICBC was also on-hand — and they gave out gift cards to Tim Horton’s for those who identified as being a designated driver. The campaign affectionately deemed, Light Up The Highway, was conducted from 8 p.m. until 1 a.m. Elston said since the province enacted new drinking and driving legislation the number of impaired drivers has decreased dramatically.
Happy holidays from all the vendors at the QBFM. Saturday, Dec. 20th 8:30-Noon www.qbfarmersmarket.com qbfmmanager@gmail.com
“Sleigh bells ring, are you Listening?”
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Health Matters
How much better would you feel if you got a good night’s sleep? Every night? Insufficient sleep has been linked to all kinds of health issues, from cardiovascular disease to obesity. People suffer from insomnia may be interested to Allison Fee who learn that Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Pharmacist has been found to help most insomnia patients – /Manager reducing reliance on medications (avoiding their side effects) and decreasing physician visits. Sounds like a win-win! Many people suffer from anxiety from time to time, but generalized anxiety disorder is a chronic condition that can be paralyzing. These people experience restlessness, fatigue, irritability, difficulty concentrating, insomnia and muscle tension – for more than 6 months. Treatment includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which can be combined with antidepressants. It can take time, but it’s worth the effort. In prehistoric times, anxiety was a response to an environmental stress – and the resulting behaviour usually involved movement… perhaps running away from some type of danger! In these days, we often experience stress that doesn’t necessitate movement, but we can still reap benefits in managing our stress if we are physically active! Exercise, even just walking, can help clear the mind and focus your attention where it’s needed. This time of year, with the approach of the holiday season and shorter, darker days, can lead to some troubling emotional or anxiety issues. Don’t be afraid to see help; talk to our pharmacists for advice.
You just want to breathe – but there are so many options for cough and cold remedies to choose from. Where do you begin? Start with our Medicine Centre Pharmacists for advice on selecting the best product for your needs. They will check for interactions with other medications or conditions you may have. Watch out for multi-ingredient packages that can lead to overdosing or treating symptoms that aren’t there. Looking after a child with a cold can be especially tricky; non-drug measures are usually the best option. Our pharmacists have many helpful tips for managing the uncomfortable symptoms of colds and flus. Visit us today!
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iberal Leader Justin Trudeau seems to be in favour of Kinder Morgan’s plan to twin its pipeline. He is in favour of the Keystone XL project currently being poo-pooed by U.S. President Barack Obama. Trudeau is not in favour of the Northern Gateway pipeline project. It’s difficult to follow the reasoning behind these stances from the man who wants to be prime minister. The threepoint checklist for his approval, according to the Liberal Party of Canada website: • does it get Canadian resources to market? • is it environmentally responsible? • does it have community approval? All three pipelines pass on the first point, obviously. The Kinder Morgan pipeline starts in Alberta and ends in Burnaby. You may remember the recent arrests related to Kinder Morgan’s exploratory work on Burnaby Mountain. Protesters from the community and elsewhere were dragged away from the mountain, claiming the pipeline has no support locally and is an environmental disaster waiting to happen, either through a potential rupture or through its contribution to the bigger picture of climate change. What’s more, the City of Burnaby has officially announced its opposition to the pipeline. Even if he could put a check mark beside “environmentally responsible” in regards to Kinder Morgan, how does Trudeau possibly check the box beside “community approval?” It calls into question any and all of his stances related to pipelines. There’s really no sense to it. And it makes one wonder how someone who plays this fast and loose with his own policies would perform if it comes to pass that he is leading more than just his own party. Trudeau’s stance on both Keystone (he’s in favour) and Northern Gateway (he’s opposed) is easily called into question when his apparent policy toward Kinder Morgan — it has been foggy at best, in our view — is considered. We get that Prime Minister Stephen Harper is not exactly universally loved. Leaders seldom are after some time in office, and the word change, no matter how empty, can be a powerful motivator for the electorate. It should also be said it would not take much time to find inconsistencies in the policies of the Conservatives, either. We do hope voters take some time to look a little deeper than the surface next year when it comes to choosing our next prime minister. — Editorial by John Harding
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Letters IF SAFE, WHY NOT LABEL GMOS? At the suggestion of Robert Wager of VIU (The NEWS, Dec. 11), I did check my sources, one of them being Dr. David Suzuki on Youtube (CBC interview on GMOs). David Suzuki is, by profession, a geneticist at a world class university (UBC) for some 40 years and respected scientist around the world. He has practised the science that is the basis of GMOs. I would encourage your readers to Google and spend five minutes listening to Suzuki and then make up their minds on who to believe, Suzuki or Wager. If your readers have about an hour to spend to explore this topic further I would recommend a documentary The World According to Monsanto. And finally, I would ask Wager: If GMOs are that safe, why do the governments of Canada and the U.S. refuse to label foods that contain GMOs so that consumers can make informed choices? It is mega dollars and that is all it is about. KRIS CHAND Parksville
BUY UN-MANIPULATED, LOCAL FOOD
In response to the letter of Dec. 11 by Robert Wager of VIU which implied that eating genetically modified plants is perfectly healthy, it should be pointed out that plants, like corn for example, are genetically altered to be resistant to herbicides like RoundUp Ready. Plant genes are altered so that they will survive the tons of this product sprayed on
QUOTABLE:
“It’s like our way of saying sorry to the caves after a 100 years of not looking after them.” CHARLENE FORREST, see story page A5
agricultural fields, while all the “weeds” are killed — very efficient. The trouble is that RoundUp Ready stays in the corn, is ingested and is toxic to our natural intestinal flora; this can lead to a variety of serious illnesses. When it comes to our stomachs, we need to buy locally produced, un-manipulated foods, not over-processed, toxic products from yet another giant company who cares for little else but its profits. HEATHER EISENHUTH Qualicum Beach
RESPECT TOWN AND MUSEUM HISTORY
The Town of Qualicum Beach has had an aversion in recent years to call in consultants on matters large or small, who bring their experience from some other place or circumstance but are short on local factors. The results have been dissatisfaction. This time it is a similar case in regards to the museum. The McIntosh building was hauled in pieces from Port Alberni, reconfigured and erected by the concerted efforts of the members and the support from the community. The bricks were cleaned one at a time and when the building was enclosed the inside finishing was done by volunteers. Members gave or loaned money as needed. One locally-born member loaned $5,000 and then slowly paid back the loan with funds from cans he found during his early morning walks. He then went on to panel the front entrance with oak veneer. Eight years ago, the board decided to focus on the attraction of the outstanding fossil collection by putting the collection
on the lower floor and social history on the upper floor. As anticipated there have been visitors from around the world. Now a new board has brought in a consultant and has started implementing a new plan where the paneled entrance will be removed, a larger office will be made at the far end of the building (at a time when attractions will be reduced) and some of the displays created to show the local history will be destroyed including the removal of the audio stations. Some of the social history will be moved to the lower floor and some of the fossils moved to the top floor. Currently, a paleontology symposium will have to be relocated to Nanaimo who will then enjoy all the economic benefits and acclaim. “New blood” can rejuvenate a board or it can lead to a disaster if they do not know the history of, or do not respect the contributions of those that had the vision and determination to create the society in the first place. One reason given to justify reconfiguring was that the stair was not correctly constructed, whereas, in fact it is to the same specifications as the stairs in the town hall. This raises the question as to what value the new board puts on history when it rejects the history of the museum and the research the board and volunteers did in providing the building and exhibits. This is more in keeping with the change of parties in power in government where each new official seems compelled to remodel or redecorate their office. I hope future boards and councils will turn to persons with local concerns and knowledge rather than the “experts.” ART SKIPSEY Qualicum Beach See LETTERS, page A13
VIEWS IN THE NEWS We asked: What is your favourite Christmas tradition?
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SCOTT FRASER, MLA Alberni-Pacific Rim
MICHELLE STILWELL, MLA
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FEDERAL:
QUALICUM:
JAMES LUNNEY, MP Nanaimo-Alberni
TEUNIS WESTBROEK Mayor, Town of Qualicum Beach Town office: 250-752-6921 e-mail: mayor@ qualicumbeach.com
1-866-390-7550 e-mail: nanaimo@ jameslunneymp.ca
PARKSVILLE: RDN:
MARC LEFEBVRE, Mayor, City of Parksville City Hall office: 250-954-4661 e-mail: mayor@ parksville.ca
JOE STANHOPE Chairman, Regional District of Nanaimo 250-390-4111 e-mail: corpsrv@ rdn.bc.ca
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Thursday, December 18, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK
To submit your activities; e-mail: events@pqbnews.com, fax:250-248-4655 or drop by: #4-154 Middleton Ave
THU. DEC 18
FRI. DEC 19
Featured Events for the Week
SANTA’S COMING TO QUALICUM BEACH
SHOPPING NIGHT OUT
TO DEC 31ST
QB Chamber of Commerce is playing Santa & surprising a lucky customer. Mulberry Bush Book Store/Dec 18, Bailey’s in the Village/Dec. 19, A Step Above/Dec. 22, Faye’s Gifts/Dec. 23. Win a $50 gift certificate. 12-3 pm. Milner Gardens, after 5pm. 250-752-0960. members@ qualicum.bc.ca
OCEANSIDES PHOTOGRAPHERS CLUB EXHIBIT
to Dec 30th. Arts Cafe, 147 Harrison Ave, Parksville. Mo-Fri, 9-4. http://oceansidephotographers.ca/wp/
MILNER CHRISTMAS MAGIC
5-8:30pm/last entry 8pm. Dec 17-21. Lit, decorated trails. Donations support the garden. $5/adult, $2.50/child, $12/family. 250-752-6153.
HAND SPINNERS, WEAVERS & KNITTERS 10am-2pm, Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. $2/ann. & each visit. Dawn Ryan: 250-248-6575.
Downtown QBeach to 8pm. Sponsored by QB Downtown Business Assoc.
15TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BANQUET
5-8pm, 825 Village Way, QBeach. FREE Continuous Buffet at Christian Fellowship Ctre. All welcome! office@ cfcchurch.com
COOMBS COUNTRY OPERA/CHRISTMAS
7pm, Coombs Community Hall @ Rodeo Grnds. Entry by Food Bank donation. Refreshments provided.
LAZY MIKE’S CAMPFIRE GUITAR PROGRAM
7-9pm, 961 Clarke Rd, QBeach. Teens+/$90. Mike Mallon, 250-5949951, lazy-mike@hotmail. com. Starts JAN 14, 2015. *GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT*. www.lazymikerockinrecliners.com/houseofmusic.htm
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Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Is. Hwy, Parksville. Special lighting makes it feel like you’re skating on an outdoor pond under the moon & twinkling stars. A variety of skate sessions. Phone RDN 250-248-3252, recparks@rdn.bc.ca, view schedules at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
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ERRINGTON FAMILY CHRISTMAS CONCERT
FREE CHRISTMAS ON THE FARM
6:30pm/doors, 7pm/show, with Rosalee Sullivan & the Second Wind Saxophone Quartet @ the MAC. Purchase early! $15 & $12 for OCAC Members. Kids FREE with non-perishable Food Bank donation. Refreshments/goodies. 250248-8185, info@mcmillanartscentre.com
OCEANSIDE STROKE RECOVERY 11am-1:30pm. St. Columba Hall, 921 Wembley Rd, Parksville. Bring lunch. 250-586-6766. www. strokerecoverybc.ca
SAT. DEC 20 THE DIVA SHOW
Every Saturday morning, visitors welcome. John Cash 250-752-1771.
SMART RECOVERY
10-11:30am, meeting/SOS, 245 W. Hirst Ave., PV. Info & assistance re-Alcohol & Drug Use Disorder. Ray, 250-714-9703 or smartrecovery@shaw.ca
QB FARMERS MARKET 8:30am-12pm, Veterans Way. Last market for 2014, re-opening Jan 17th. Fresh baked goods, jams & jellies, fish, chicken & pork, local crafts. 250-951-6516.
Go to
GRIEF SUPPORT 4-6pm, Qualicum Christian Fellowship, 825 Village Way, QBeach. Carol 752-3600. Help & Encouragement after the death of a loved one.
NANOOSE BAY LIONS CLUB HAM & TURKEY DRAW
3-5pm, last draw is today, Rocking Horse Pub.
BISHOPS OF BOWSER 12pm, Henry’s Kitchen, QBay chess club meets. www.bowserchess.pbworks. com or Robert 757-8709.
LIVE MUSIC
7-11pm, Shady Rest Pub. CRUZ CONTROL! Contemporary/Roots! 3109 W. Is. Hwy, QBeach.
UNCLE WIGGLY’S HOT SHOES BLUES BAND
7:30 pm, presented by Nanaimo Blues Soc., Malaspina Theatre, 310, VIU Campus, 900 5th St. A tribute to blues tunes of Christmas 1930’s, 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. Reserved Seating, all $20. 250-754-8550, www.porttheatre.com. Please bring a non-perishable food item for Loaves & Fishes.
11am-3pm, Morningstar Farm, Little Qualicum Cheeseworks, Mooberry Winery, 403 Lowry’s Rd, Parksville. Live music, carolling, wagon rides, treats, farm animals, AJ’s Island Grill food truck. 250-9543931.
MON. DEC 22
WED. DEC 24
CHRISTMAS LIGHT TOUR
MID IS. WALKING CLUB
SUN. DEC 21
QUALICUM BEACH 250-752-3011
THU. DEC 25
SEASONS GREETINGS
TUE. DEC 23
ECHO PLAYERS 110 West 2nd Avenue/ Village Theatre, QBeach. Holiday production of Norm Foster’s ETHAN CLAYMORE. A light-hearted comedy that puts the merry in Merry Christmas. 250-752-3522, info@echoplayers.ca http:// www.echoplayers.ca/ for show times/details.
BIRD WALKS
9am, Parksville Beach Community Park. Info: Neil, 250-954-1928, nmrobins@ telus.net. http://www. thebirdstore.blogspot.ca/
WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION.
4-6-pm, Candlelight Spiral Walk. Dances of Universal Peace. Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Rd. Details: www. islandhealing.ca. joanne@ glasswing.com, 250-7524816
SEASIDE VETERINARY CARE CHAROUL LEKX, DVM
Merry Christmas!
Acupuncture Chinese Herbs Rehabilitation Conventional Medicine New patients welcome
210B-First Ave Qualicum Beach
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MON. DEC 22 FREE HOLIDAY SWIM 1:30-4pm, Ravensong Aquatic Ctre. 250-752-5014, http://www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation, recparks@rdn.bc.ca. Sponsored by VIREB. Holiday games & a visit from Santa.
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CHRISTY CLAWS’ CHRISTMAS The fall session of B.C.’s provincial Legislature closed in late November, with NDP Leader John Horgan condemning Premier Christy Clark’s abysmal attendance record of being present for only eight of 24 sittings. There’s always been something misty and twisty about Christy’s take on politics and her response was in keeping with this; immediately firing back that she was attacked because of her gender and that she was busy elsewhere. We all remember in 2012 she said she tried to avoid being in Victoria as much as possible, because of “the sick culture and lack of real people there.” However, she made sure to attend the final day of the legislative session, coinciding with lighting up the Legislature’s Christmas decorations; there is no way that she would miss such a photo-op, of course. Last year, the B.C. Liberals returned to power mainly on the strength of Premier Clark’s endless campaign promises about a rosy future that lay ahead, with the exportation of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). All those promises of the Prosperity Fund that would result, and B.C. becoming debt-free meant everyone would benefit. Now foreign investors’ plans to build pipelines, plants and shipping terminals are rapidly evaporating and smelling like so much bad gas. Just maybe the premier has been spending her absentee days in Northern B.C. at a franchise of Santa’s Workshop putting B.C. Liberal Party elves to work on loading up a huge LNG-powered sleigh. Imagine the political brownie points for a Christmas Eve trip by Christy Claus to dole out gifts to B.C.’s many underprivileged children. Despite an election theme of “Families First,” B.C. has the highest child poverty rate in Canada, yet her government persists in the claw back of child support from a single parent on temporary or disability assistance, equal to payments received from their child’s absent parent. This mean-spirited policy ensures that the child remains in poverty; come to think of it, when that LNG-powered sleigh makes its way through the starry Christmas Eve night, maybe that red-suited lady at the controls should really be addressed as Christy Claws. BERNIE SMITH Parksville
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Re: “Dragging the non-profits to court,” The NEWS, Tuesday, Dec. 16. Liberal MLA Michelle Stilwell says finance minister Mike de Jong’s proposed changes to the Societies Act are “designed to improve accountability” because non-profit organizations (NPOs) are “largely self-governing.” This is from a government that believes the privately-owned
corporate sector should be self-regulating. Various levels of government often fund NPOs with grants: tax money. The B.C. Liberals, boasting financial responsibility, are now considering legislation allowing that money to be a target for privately-motivated litigation. The fact that the same government also subsidizes a great deal of private corporate activity with publicly-generated funds makes this attempted new legislation particularly shady. WAYNE CAMERON Parksville
The proposed Englishman River Water Service water treatment plant is the most costly project in Parksville’s history. Even so, at the ERWS meeting on Nov. 13 it took only the four elected board members — two representing the city and two the RDN — to commit Parksville ratepayers to a $26 million expenditure for the city’s portion of expenses (74 per cent) relating to the $37 million water treatment plant (WTP). Two of the four representatives left the board following the municipal elections on Nov. 15 and therefore aren’t accountable for their decision. The Parksville Residents Association water committee is concerned about this perceived breach of the democratic process. The committee also questions the statement in the summary report of the Nov. 13 meeting that suggests a phased WTP of smaller proportion, i.e. 16 ML/d, is insufficient for our needs because it lacks a safety factor. In fact, there is a very large safety factor of 11.8 ML/d provided by ground water, which is entirely omitted from ERWS calculations. While there is no question that reliance on our well field must be reduced because of the declining water table, we wonder whether the real reason ground water was ignored was to rationalize building a water treatment plant larger than 16 ML/d when completed. ERWS has approved a capacity of 48 ML/d. The PRA water committee is therefore recommending a peer review of the proposed water treatment plant. The peer review process, common for projects of this magnitude, prevents oversights, errors and omissions, ensures that the design meets building code requirements, and confirms that all designs and details are complete. A peer review provides quality assurance and moreover has the advantage of identifying any design improvements that would result in a better, more economical plant. The PRA water committee calls on our mayor and council to invest in a peer review by an independent engineering firm to ensure that the ERWS proposed water treatment plant is the most viable, practical, and fiscally responsible solution for Parksville.
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Thursday, December 18, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News We wo u l d l i ke to th a n k ever y o n e f o r su p p o r ti n g u s i n o u r n ew b u si n ess. Yo u r su p p o r t h a s ex c eed ed o u r ex p ec ta ti o n s a n d we’ ve en j o y ed seei n g o l d f r i en d s a g a i n a s wel l a s m eeti n g o u r n ew c u sto m er s. We wi l l b e c l o si n g o u r sto r e ea r l y a t 6p m o n D ec em b er 24, a n d D ec em b er 31. We wi l l b e c l o s e d C h r i stm a s, Bo x i n g D a y, a n d New Yea r ’s D a y. We h o p e th i s wi l l n o t i n c o n ven i en c e o u r c u sto m e rs .
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Letta Mbulu sings, “There’s music in the air, it makes the sorrow bow . . .” We may be singing, “Have a holly jolly Christmas and in case you didn’t hear oh by golly have a holly jolly Christmas this year.” It is great to have joy, to share laughter, to hug and be hugged, to know the beauty of love. Yes, this is great but what if there is true sorrow in the heart. Henri Nouwen writes, “What do we do with our losses? Are we hiding them? Are we going to live as if they weren’t real? Are we going to keep them away from our fellow By Allan Walker travelers?” We all do that and more after we have experienced a great loss in life, whether it is the death of a loved one, the estrangement of a family member, financial disaster, personal collapse, health problems, violence inflicted upon your person, etc. Christmas can exacerbate our sense of loss. Someone may want to jolly us out of our depression, desperation, and/or destitution but no matter the words of encouragement or the good hearted attempt it doesn’t change the fact we are in dire straits. Nouwen suggests we embrace our losses. We accept them opening ourselves up to mourning over them. He is right. It is not until we come to terms with our losses that we will arise again. Nouwen also writes we should fully experience our losses in order to compassionately understand the losses of others. It isn’t always a jolly holly time of the year. There are many who are in mourning and we shouldn’t demand they ignore their feelings, emotions, and experiences. That would suggest they be less than human. Rejoice. The Lord has come. Rejoice, and keep in mind there are many who are not rejoicing but who are grieving. “Help me, dear Jesus, to connect with those who are suffering and in need of healing. Help me, dear Jesus, when I am suffering and in need of healing. Dear Jesus, fill me and those around me with your grace, holding us in your loving arms.” Allan Walker is a pastor at Qualicum Baptist Church. E-mail: joedomke@shaw.ca.
PASTORS POINT
Kickstart nominated Kickstart Fitness in Errington has been nominated for the 15th Annual Vancouver Island Business Excellence Awards. “This nomination has been a humbling experience for me,” said owner Beth Alden. “It feels like a reflection of the success of the KickStart members’ personal success and the support they receive. My hope is that being nominated for this award will get the word out that Kickstart is the safe place to go to get healthy and have some fun at the same time.” A gala celebration of the best of the best Vancouver Island businesses is set for Jan. 22 at the Westin Bear Mountain Resort in Victoria. Watch The NEWS for more on Kickstart and any other nominated local businesses. — NEWS Staff
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Ballenas Secondary students are getting real world grocery store experience and learning a lot about basic interaction and working together. Parksville Thrifty Foods is hosting a group of Life Skills special needs students again this year, in what Thrifty’s coordinator Karen Little called a very successful ongoing program. On Tuesday mornings four students are learning to face shelves, clean displays and do other typical grocery store work at the Parksville location. Little said the students are quite capable and doing some good work, adding that it’s nice just to have them around and the basic socializing and interaction is half the point. Thrifty Foods also often has a group of Ballenas students doing career prep work through the Compass program, but that hadn’t started yet this year when The NEWS stopped by earlier this month.
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SHOP LOCALLY... Save Time • Save Money • Save Jobs! Remember — when you shop locally, the dollars you spend are reinvested in your community. That’s the best reason of all to shop locally!
WHOLE SHOW HELPS: Glen Shoemaker, left, and Mike Klassen, right, of Whole Show Restorations recently presented Major Norman Hamelin of the Salvation Army with a cheque for $1000. The team at Whole Show Restorations have donated money to the Salvation Army annually for several years.
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4
99
Dofino Havarti Cheese 165-200gr
5
Pepsi or 7-Up
Old Dutch
Share Pack Potato Chips
12-15x355ml
10
for
4$
10
for
Wishing you a Healthy, Happy & Safe Holiday Season, from our family to yours!
Prices in effect December 19 th-24 th, 2014
10
3$ Plus Applicable Fees
Holiday Hours - We will be closing at 6pm on December 24th and closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day! We will be open and ready to serve you with new specials December 27th. www.qualityfoods.com
2
99
270gr
4$
4
Egg Nog
946ml
1.65lt
Dairyland
for
Philadelphia Soft Cream Cheese
Dairyland
Vanilla Plus or Classic Ice Cream
Selected, 600gr
Allan
2$
2
Belle Creme Brie
Frozen Fruit
99 99
Cheesemakers Aged Cheddar Cheese
per 100gr
Alexis De Portneuf
Snowcrest
L MERCHANDISE PURCHASED AT
Kraft
99
Canadian
Island Farms
Crackers Ritz Crackers
4
Crab Meat with Leg Meat
S OFFER DEC. 1 A 9TM C IS
IMES 10 T
890ml
3$
Smoked Oysters in Oil
2
200gr
Mayonnaise
40-83gr
26-41gr
Hershey’s
Kisses Pouch
Hellmann’s
Soup Mix
Classic Gravy or Sauce Mix
4
7.69 per kg
lb
99
per 100gr
AS EVE!
3$
398ml
PER
2
Smoked Ham Shank or Butt Portion
M IST
4$ for
Aylmer
3
49
3
1
99
Hertel’s
HR
5
120gr
400gr
Super Sweet Pineapple
Cheese
Stove Top Stuffing Mix
300gr
Hawaiian /Costa Rica
Armstrong
4
After Eight Mints
Butter Shortbread Cookies
A SPECIAL C HR
4
2
99
99
Nestle
Dare
for
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Merry Christmas
Please enjoy these great last minute deals and don’t miss out on our Christmas Flyer running until closing at 6pm Christmas Eve.
99
Pot of Gold
Collection Chocolates 283gr
Dare
2$
Breton or Vinta Crackers
for
120-250gr
6
99
Green Giant
Canned Vegetables
4
Extra Large
600gr
Selected, 341-398ml
Kraft
Beets
for
Knorr
Knorr
4
3$ for
5
4$ for
Ocean’s
for
Ocean’s
Baby Clams
85gr
142gr
99
Ocean’s
3
Brunswick
Seafood Snacks Kippered Kipper, 100gr
170gr
99
¢
2$ for
4
2$ for
5
10QX
POIN
Christie
Christie
175-454gr
140-200gr
99
¢
ON AL
Triple Cream
3
Candy Canes 150gr
2$ for
TS
4
Dairyland
Sour Cream
Whipping Cream
500ml
250gr
227gr
4
Schweppes
12x355ml
2
99
2$ for
Old Dutch
Restaurante Tortilla Chips 230-320gr
3$
Plus Applicable Fees
10
for
for
Arla
Castello
Rosenborg Danish Brie or Camembert Cheese
473ml
Ginger Ale, Club Soda or Tonic Water
2$
99 125gr
Kraft
Philadelphia Dips
4
99
Dofino Havarti Cheese 165-200gr
5
Pepsi or 7-Up
Old Dutch
Share Pack Potato Chips
12-15x355ml
10
for
4$
10
for
Wishing you a Healthy, Happy & Safe Holiday Season, from our family to yours!
Prices in effect December 19 th-24 th, 2014
10
3$ Plus Applicable Fees
Holiday Hours - We will be closing at 6pm on December 24th and closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day! We will be open and ready to serve you with new specials December 27th. www.qualityfoods.com
2
99
270gr
4$
4
Egg Nog
946ml
1.65lt
Dairyland
for
Philadelphia Soft Cream Cheese
Dairyland
Vanilla Plus or Classic Ice Cream
Selected, 600gr
Allan
2$
2
Belle Creme Brie
Frozen Fruit
99 99
Cheesemakers Aged Cheddar Cheese
per 100gr
Alexis De Portneuf
Snowcrest
L MERCHANDISE PURCHASED AT
Kraft
99
Canadian
Island Farms
Crackers Ritz Crackers
4
Crab Meat with Leg Meat
S OFFER DEC. 1 A 9TM C IS
IMES 10 T
890ml
3$
Smoked Oysters in Oil
2
200gr
Mayonnaise
40-83gr
26-41gr
Hershey’s
Kisses Pouch
Hellmann’s
Soup Mix
Classic Gravy or Sauce Mix
4
7.69 per kg
lb
99
per 100gr
AS EVE!
3$
398ml
PER
2
Smoked Ham Shank or Butt Portion
M IST
4$ for
Aylmer
3
49
3
1
99
Hertel’s
HR
5
120gr
400gr
Super Sweet Pineapple
Cheese
Stove Top Stuffing Mix
300gr
Hawaiian /Costa Rica
Armstrong
4
After Eight Mints
Butter Shortbread Cookies
A SPECIAL C HR
4
2
99
99
Nestle
Dare
for
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NEW APPY SPECIAL!
3
99
California “Premium”
Imperial Mixed Nuts
PER
lb
8.79 per kg
California “Premium”
Broccoli Crowns 4.39 per kg
Mexican “Hot House”
1
99
3
2$ for
6
89
¢
Spinach & Cheese or Sausage Rolls
Litehouse
Veggie Dip 269ml
lb
2$ for
Baby Cut Carrots 2lb bag
2$
6
4
9
Selected, 295ml
Kraft
Smooth Peanut Butter
with Plush Bear, 500gr
Selected, 295ml
99
Crackers
Selected, 125-150gr
for
99
¢
5
Christie
Rold Gold
Rice Works
Bits & Bites
Classic Dipped Pretzels
Gourmet Rice Crisps
175gr
Fudge Coated Tiny Twists, 198gr
for
All Quality Foods stores will be: Open until 6:00 PM Christmas Eve, & CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY & BOXING DAY WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES
227gr
Ken Schley
Simply Orange Juice 2.63lt
Great Jamaican
4
99 Plus Applicable Fees
Haagen-Dazs
Ice Cream or Gelato 500ml
Old Tyme Ginger Beer Alcohol Removed, 6x250ml
4
99 Plus Applicable Fees
750ml-1lt
2$ 6 DAYS OF SAVINGS Dec. 19 - 24
Shrimp & Scallops
4
99
Topsweet
Chinese Mandarin Oranges 5lb box
Carbonated Natural Spring Water
250ml
5
Ocean Mama
Perrier
Frozen Concentrated Fruit Mixer
for
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On behalf of my partners, John and Noel, Merry Christmas & Happy, Safe & Healthy Holidays!
156gr
Bacardi Mixers
4$
We continue the time-honoured tradition of remaining closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, giving the people we work with everyday an opportunity to recharge after a very busy year and return to serve you with a warm and welcoming smile.
OVER A $ 20 VALUE
3$
Carr’s
4
2$ for
6
2$ for
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BON ON F US RESH POINT TURK S EYS
This year is particularly special as we were welcomed enthusiastically to our new home at QF WestShore in Langford. It’s with a great sense of pride, privilege and satisfaction that we acknowledge the opportunity to once again wish each of you the best this wonderful season has to offer.
Minute Maid
Frozen Real Fruit Beverage
10x
A Wish for You... in effect until 6:00pm Christmas Eve! At this time of year, we contemplate more often those who are important to us – family, friends, co-workers and our communities in general.
6 99
Minute Maid
Frozen Beverage
227gr
California “Green Giant”
for
Minute Maid, Five Alive or Nestea
Shrimp Ring
480-600gr
PER
Grape Tomatoes 1pt basket
99
P&S Frozen Foods
4
99
Tastee Choice
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3$
Plus Applicable Fees
for
4
4
3
More Specials in addition to our big
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99
Nestle
Black Magic Chocolates
8” Pumpkin Pie
99
174gr
Lindt
Lindor Box Chocolates 156gr
4
6
99
99
page Christmas flyer already in effect.
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Gifts to take the stress out of winter driving By Bob McHugh bob.mchugh@drivewaybc.ca
Yes, winter weather has arrived early this year, but there are some clever new products available designed to make life with an auto less stressful and safer in sub-zero temperatures. Ranging in price from $9.99 to $159.99 these products could also be a great Christmas gift for just about anyone who drives. Working with its suppliers, Canadian Tire has helped develop some new auto products that address winter driving problems. They’re as basic as scratch-proof snow and ice removal tool that’s easier on your car’s paintwork to a compact and light-weight emergency traction aid that could be a life-saver. The Garant EVA Snowbrush has a bristle-free brush with a foam head that’s less abrasive on vehicle paintwork. It addresses the negative feedback from customers about conventional snowbrushes and it’s sold in two sizes. The 28-inch brush retails for $15.99 and the 36inch brush retails for $19.99. Getting stuck in a friend’s snow-covered driveway can be embarrassing, getting stuck on the side of a lonely highway is far more serious! The Trac Grabber Car Traction Aid ($39.99) is not a replacement for conventional chains, as it’s not intended for highway driving use. Easy to use and quick fitting, this traction aid is also far lighter and easier to store in a vehicle than tire chains. A truck version ($49.99) of the Trac Grabber Car Traction Aid is also available. Sold in pairs, a Trac Grabber is attached to each drive wheel, similar to a tire chain (but is much easier to use). It’s designed to supply provide enough traction to release a car (stuck in snow or mud) and get it back on the highway (where it should be removed). Another good auto safety gift idea is the MotoMaster Eliminator Tripod Light ($29.99). This multi-function light has an articulating head with red LED emergency
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More Murano sizzle for your money affluent baby boomers. The design is simple but
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looks upmarket; the Murano might be an alternative to buying a Lexus RX350, for less money, or a young family wanting something more upscale than a compact SUV, for not much more money. The dash and surrounding materials all looks first rate. The trim that looks like wood isn’t, rather a plastic that mimics wood but some might think it feels cheap but it certainly looks good. The base $29,998 (FWD) S-Trim isn’t base at all thanks to heated front seats, Bluetooth, navigation, backup camera and satellite radio. The next model up is the $32,998 (FWD) SV and it adds a power driver’s seat, huge moon roof, a power lift gate and heated steering wheel. There is also the $38,398 (AWD) SL that includes leather seats, Bose stereo and more or the top $43,498 (AWD) platinum that amps up the goodies to include heated rear seats, cooled front seats, 20-inch wheels and a host of safety features. Drive The 260hp 3.5L V6 engine is a carry over from the last model but the body of the new Murano is 66kg lighter. This and a modified continuously variable transmission (CVT) helps to improve fuel economy to 11.2L/100km in the city and 8.3L/100km on the highway, using the new, stricter fuel ratings for 2015. The tuning of the Murano is very relaxed, almost luxury-like. The steering is very easy to operate; some might find it too light. The pace at which the CVT works is very subdued, meaning the car wants to be in the low RPM range to help ex-
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Painting what she feels, not what she sees Qualicum Beach artist annually donates paintings to local cat rescue program JESSICA SKELTON reporter@pqbnews.com
When Qualicum Beach artist Sally Laidlaw sits in front of a large blank canvas, she’s never certain what image she will create until she picks up her acrylics. “I let things happen,” she said. “I don’t paint what I see. I paint what I feel.” What usually appears, however, is what Laidlaw calls “impressionistic” landscapes and seascapes; that is, a “suggestion” of scenery. Laidlaw said that everyone sees something different in her paintings, which is actually why she normally doesn’t title her works. It allows people to see what they want to see, she said. Some of these paintings, along with a few entirely abstract pieces, are currently on display in the Gallery @ Qualicum Art Supply. “I love her work,” said Bonnie Luchtmeijer, who invited Laidlaw to show her work at the store. While each of Laidlaw’s paintings on display are different, there is a definite colour theme running through these images. In particular there is a strong
use of “subdued earth tones,” which Laidlaw said she prefers to use as she thinks primary colours are too “garish” in the West Coast environment. Texture is another important factor in Laidlaw’s work, which she creates by spreading modelling clay and excess paint using a palate knife. The Gallery @ Qualicum Art Supply isn’t the only local business that will see Laidlaw’s work come through their doors in the near future. The artist, who is a self-proclaimed cat lover, said she is going to donate a painting to the Qualicum Cat Rescue for their annual Fur Ball. The event, which will next be held on Feb. 21, 2015, raises funds for the program through silent and live auctions. According to Deborah Maddocks, co-owner of Qualicum Pet Foods and Qualicum Cat Rescue, Laidlaw has donated paintings, which are “always sought-after and drooled over,” every year for at least the past five years. “She’s wonderful,” said Maddocks. “She’s always been a big supporter.” “It’s remarkable that she does that,” agreed Luchtmeijer of the donations. If you’d like to see Laidlaw’s work at the gallery, the paintings will be on the wall until the end of January. The gallery is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Luchtmeijer said that the gallery will be closed Dec. 25-28. You can also view more pieces on her website sallylaidlaw.ca.
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Qualicum Beach artist Sally Laidlaw is showing some of her large-canvas “impressionistic” landscape and seascape paintings in the Gallery @ Qualicum Art Supply until the end of January.
See 16 celebrities in two hours Minute-long costume changes keep energy high in this one-woman show JESSICA SKELTON reporter@pqbnews.com
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Vancouver-base performer Bonnie Kilroe dressed as Dolly Parton, one of the 16 celebrities she will impersonate in her show at the Legion this weekend.
Sixteen celebrities are coming to Parksville, and they’re all being portrayed by Bonnie Kilroe. The Vancouver-based celebrity impersonator is bringing her musical comedy show Divas: Vegas to Vaudeville to Legion Branch #49 - Mt. Arrowsmith this Saturday “You’re going to be entertained more than you think you could,” she said. “It’s a bit silly. Everything is exaggerated.” Using a combination of “wigs, costumes, mannerisms and voice,” Kilroe said she is able to bring to life famous divas like Tina Turner, Marilyn Monroe, Lady Gaga, Dolly Parton, Barbra Streisand, Patsy Cline, Liza Minnelli,
Mae West and Bette Midler. She says her most popular impression, however, is Cher. “People say I look like her and sing like her,” she said. Kilroe also said her Cher act is one of the more authentic moments in Divas; that is, it’s a moment when she is trying to look and act just like the celebrity. However, she said the show is also full of parodies, such as when she tackles Madonna. In all, Kilroe has 16 costume changes throughout the two-hour show, most of which she said take place in under one minute. “It nearly kills me every time,” she said. “It’s an enormous amount of energy.” Aside from singing, Kilroe also said there are burlesque and vaudeville elements in her show, as well as some audience participation. This is Kilroe’s second appearance in Parksville this year; she brought her Country Queens show to the legion in
September. “She put on such a good show,” said legion manager Laura Bonner. “People were raving about it.” In all, Kilroe has five shows; Divas, however, is the one that got her into the impersonating game. It all started in 2001 when Kilroe, who was working in musical theatre, film and television at the time, said she got sick of waiting for agents to call and decided to do something herself. After creating her divas show, she put herself on tour and performed on cruise ships for 10 years. “I really polished it (the show) there,” she said. Now back on land, Kilroe said she performs her act in casinos, at private parties and many places in between. She’s also performed as Cher and Patsy Cline in Vegas. Her partner also travels with her. He’s in charge of sound, lighting and backstage, she said. See IMPERSONATOR, page 28
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Tiger Lily Farm in Errington is inviting everyone to get outside and join them for a little seasonal fun at their annual Christmas in the Country. “It’s a fun family thing to do,” said Joan Mercer, co-owner of Tiger Lily Farm. As always, Mercer said visitors will be able to get up-close and personal with the llamas, donkeys, sheep, goats and bunnies living in the barn. The animals will also be part of a “live” Nativity Scene, in which everyone can take part. There
will even be dress-up clothes supplied by the farm. Also in the barn will be a craft table where visitors can make door swags, which Mercer describes as a straight and long decoration made from cedar boughs, ribbon and other Christmas baubles. “Families can do it together,” she said. Once finished at the barn, visitors can take a tractor-drawn hay ride (as opposed to the pony-drawn wagon last year) down to the covered riding arena. Mercer said the arena will be decorated as a Winter Wonderland using Christmas trees and lights. Santa, who normally has everyone visit him at his seat in the woods, will also be there. Mercer explains that the move
had to happen this year because the ground is so wet. In the Winter Wonderland, there will be pony rides for the kids as well as some homemade cookies, apple cider and hot chocolate for everyone to enjoy. According to a news release from the farm, the gift shop will also be open for those last-minute gifts of cowboy boots and hats or farm animal and horse trinkets. Christmas in the Country will take place Dec. 23-24 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Admission is $5.25 per person, which includes all activities. Children under two years of age get in free. Rain won’t be an issue since everything is under cover, but the staff remind visitors to dress warmly.
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Some up-and-coming musicians will be showcasing their talent at The Soundgarden in Coombs on Dec. 20. Shelley Beeston has been mentoring quite a few artists and the public is invited to a Christmas party that will shine the spotlight on them. Beeston said Brieanne DeVore, 12, and Haley Williams, 15, will sing and perform their first original song at the event. Her adult students Alex Wickett and Tyrell Beal are also taking their careers to the next level by recording their own music. “It has transitioned from teaching them voice and song writing sessions and developing writing skills to getting them ready to release an album,” said Beeston. Currently Beeston is in the process of producing Wickett’s first EP, which she said will be out in February. “Oh my god, it is so good,” she said of the album. “I am
proud of him. He has worked so hard and now he is an amazing artist,” she said. Beeston pointed out that Eric Mosher, an accomplished engineer from Warehouse studios in Vancouver, is mixing the sound tracks. “Eric just finished producing for Muse,” she said. Beeston said now that she has a home studio she is not only producing her music, but she is also assisting her music students who want to record their original music. “Producing came naturally to me. I have been song writing for so many years, and working with a lot of amazing people just propelled the process. What is cool is now artists are coming to me because they are serious about where they want to go.” The Soundgarden Showcase takes place Dec. 20 at 6 p.m. On December 29, Beal, Wickett and Tora Leigh will be opening up for Damn the Diva at the Queens in Nanaimo at 7 p.m. Visit thesoundgarden.org for more details.
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CONCERT AT THE BEATON HOME
Musician home for the holidays Expect a collection of folk, bluegrass and Celtic music to break out JESSICA SKELTON reporter@pqbnews.com
Musicians Emma Beaton from Qualicum Beach and Trent Freeman from Comox are coming home for the holidays and they’re putting on a concert to celebrate. “We thought it would be fun,” said Beaton, who now lives in Nashville, Tennessee after touring with the band Joy Kills Sorrow for six years. “I’m looking forward to playing with Trent.” The duo, who grew up playing music together, will bust out a collection of folk, old-time, bluegrass and Celtic-based tunes for the event, said Beaton. She said she’s bringing her cello, banjo and voice. Freeman, who now lives in Toronto and tours with the award-winning
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Emma Beaton will play two shows with childhood friend Trent Freeman at her parents’ Qualicum Beach residence while home for the holidays.
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“We’re absolutely delighted,” said John Beaton, Emma’s father. “We love having her home.” “It’s great,” agreed Emma. “I haven’t been home since last Christmas.” And the Beaton’s are inviting you home too. Emma and Trent’s concert will be at Joyce and John Beaton’s house at 384 Mant Road, Qualicum Beach. John said ticket holders are invited to bring their own drinks and instruments as the night will probably evolve into a long evening of music and friends after the concert. “We’ll be sure to turn it into a party one way or another,” said Emma. Originally there was only a show on Dec. 21, but Joyce Beaton said tickets for that concert sold so quickly that they decided to hold a second show on Dec. 22. Both shows start at 7:30 p.m., with doors opening at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 and can be bought at Diva’s Vintage Kandy and Kakes in Qualicum Beach or from the Beatons at beatonqualicum@gmail.com or 250-752-1162.
According to a new release for the show, Kilroe’s performances earned her a place in the Merritt Mountain Music Festival walk of fame in the 2003 Laugh-A-Fair. At the 2012 Sunburst Celebrity Impersonators and Tribute Artists Convention, she also won most unique act and best costume female awards, as well as received nominations for funniest female, best transformation and best overall recreation honours. Kilroe said that the Sunburst Celebrity Impersonators and Tribute Artists is the top awards in the industry.
So, come see the show that started it all Saturday Dec. 20. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the show starting at 8 p.m. “Members, guests, and prospective members are invited to come to the lounge before the show,” said Bonner. She also said that the canteen will be open and offer a small dinner menu during that time. Tickets are $20 each and can be bought now from the bartender at the Legion’s lounge. The lounge is open 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 1-7 p.m. on Sundays and 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Mondays.
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Perry Vernon THOMAS March 25, 1948 – December 9, 2014
Perry was taken from us suddenly at the age of 66. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Debra; children, Rhonda (Rod), Christina (Brandon), Eric (Shawna), and Melissa (Jeremy); grandchildren, Jerzie, Cruz, Jayce, and Reese; brothers, Alan (Tina) and Barry; sisters, Louise and Pat (Van); and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Perry was lucky enough to work at one of his passions – driving truck. He enjoyed fishing, dragon boating, collecting model trains and airplanes, and travelling when he wasn’t in the truck. The family’s heartfelt thanks goes out to everyone involved in the search for Perry. Words are inadequate to express our gratitude. A Celebration of Life will be held in Perry’s honour at 1:00 pm on Saturday, December 20, 2014 at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Road in Parksville. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider honouring Perry’s memory by making a donation to a charity of your choice. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.
KENDALL, William (Bill) G. March 31, 1923 – December 7, 2014
Born in Palmer, SK. After several years of failing health Bill passed away at 2:30 pm., December 7, 2014 with his family by his side. Predeceased by his parents, two sisters, a half brother and a daughter-in-law. He is survived by his wife Marguerite; son John (Myriam); daughters Wendy (Brian), Diane (Jim) and brother Art (Burtine). He is also survived by grandchildren; Roxana (Bertrand), Nicholas (Banasheh), Andrea, Sean (Amber), Jennifer (Vasili), Lee, Zia and Kieto; six great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Bill was a RCAF veteran having served his country in WWII, including active duty in England and the continent, returning home in 1946. He re-enlisted 1947 – 1968. In later years Bill was an active member of Central Saanich Lion’s Club; enjoyed golfing, lawn bowling, carpet bowling and mini golf. We would like to thank Dr. Fletcher and the staff on Glenview at Stanford Place for their compassion and care A Celebration of Life will be held Tuesday, December 30th at St. Anne’s/ St. Edmund’s Anglican Church at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Anne’s/ St. Edmund’s Anglican Church, 407 Wembley Road, Parksville, BC V9P 2W9 or a charity of your choice.
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Janet Ruth Capp (nee Reid) Janet passed away December 5, 2014 at Nanaimo General Hospital.
She is predeceased by her parents Earl and Ruby Reid; brothers Ed and George. Janet is survived by sister Eileen Griffith and family; brother Ray (Susie) Reid and family; Ethel and Fred Nott and family, Marian Heiman and family; Shep Potestio, Carmela and Chris of Edmonton, AB. She loved her family of (Sparky) Rufus and Taz; her children and grand children, many nieces, nephews and close friends in Parksville. Janet came home to BC, the place she loved, by the sea. She is at peace and free of pain. Thanks to the staff at Nanaimo General Hospital, the Ambulance Paramedics, Dr’s, Nurses and Lifeline.
Janet’s Celebration of Life will be held in the Spring. Donations may be made to a Charity of your choice.
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OKKO KORVEMAKER September 9, 1928 – December 9, 2014
After a brief battle with cancer complicated by many other health issues, Okko died peacefully at Stanford Place, Tuesday morning, December 9, and is now with mom safely in the arms of Jesus. Okko was predeceased by his wife Elizabeth (Nov. 2010), and his brothers Willem and Jan, as well as his sisters Annie and Lukie. He is survived by his children Jan, Roelf (Val) and Willem (Lori Jean); his grandchildren RJ, Matt, Heather, Jasmine, and Robert and his great-granddaughter Seraphim; and one remaining sister Lammie in the Netherlands. Okko was born in 1928, in the Netherlands where he was married to Elizabeth (Lies) in 1954. They packed up the family in 1966 and immigrated to Victoria, Canada. They were very involved with the Christian Reformed Church in Victoria, and when they moved to Parksville in 1992, they joined St. Columba Presbyterian Church. They were also very involved in 5-pin bowling as well as being members of the Parksville Lawn Bowling Club. Heartfelt thanks goes to the staff of Stanford Place for all that they did for mom and dad. Dad had resided there for nearly 5 years and was very much loved by all. You bent over backwards to make him comfortable and at peace these last couple of months. He loved you all (residents and staff) and considered you his second family for which we will always be grateful. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the charity of your choice. Beyond earth’s sorrows, the joys of heaven; Eternal blessings with Christ my Lord; Earth’s weeping ended, earth’s trial over, Sweet rest in Jesus, O Blest reward! Gilmore
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Local boxers ready to gear up again Aubrey Morrow, Shane Andreesen and Mark Woolnough expected to fight in Nanaimo T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com
After a successful event last summer at the Port Theater in Nanaimo, Gloved Up Promotions are looking towards early 2015 for their next boxing event. Showcasing hometown boxers Aubrey ‘Bam Bam’ Morrow, ‘Shotgun’ Shane Andreesen and Mark ‘Machine Gun’ Woolnough, Gloved Up Promotions will look to once again put on an event in Nanaimo with some more local talent on the card. “We’re hoping to get an event again sometime in March,” Gloved Up Promotion’s Terry Strawson said. “After the success of our first event, we’re very excited about the potential for our next one. We’ve had nothing but great feedback from anyone that we talked to who was there so it was a no brainer for us.” Formerly under the name of Strawson Boxing, the newly named Gloved Up Promotions has said that Morrow will be back on the card and will be a feature, if not the main bout on the card when the event happens. Also expected to be on the card is former UFC fighter Dashon ‘Fly Boy’ Johnson, who was slated to fight on the last card but an injury held him out of being able to compete.
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Aubrey ‘Bam Bam’ Morrow will be headed back to Nanaimo early next year for another fight as Gloved Up Promotions will be putting on their second show.
“Aubrey’s had two fights this past year and he’s done well in both,” Strawson said. “He’s on the right path to get a shot at the Canadian Middleweight Title and we’re going to put him back on the card for our next event. We’re really excited
to have him on our card and knowing what he’s capable of, it should be a good fight, regardless of whom he’s up against. We’re looking forward to working with Aubrey again.” The location hasn’t been named but
will be taking place in Nanaimo. Potential sites include the Frank Crane Arena, but there is nothing concrete as of yet. “We aren’t sure where it’s going to be just yet,” Strawson said. “We’re still working that part of it out but I don’t think the Port Theater is available again for when we’re looking to run the show. That being said, we’re looking at a few possible locations and we’re excited about what it’s going to bring.” Venturing in to their second event, Strawson, along with partners Andrew Wilde and Jennifer Wood, know what it takes to run a successful show after their first and are excited about the opportunity to host another one. “We want to put on a good show for the fans, plain and simple,” Strawson said. “We’ve got some great options for fighters coming in, we’ve got a guy from Freddie Roach’s gym in Los Angeles who’s wanting to come up for a fight, Dashon will be coming in and having the local talent on the card is our biggest thing too,” he said. “Being able to showcase the talent that we have in the area is a big focal point for us and we’re happy to be able to work with someone like Aubrey, to have him fight on our card and help him get more fights under his belt.”
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Generals have two chances for Christmas win T YSON TAYLOR
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Still searching for their first win on the road this season, the Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals will have two cracks at it before the Christmas break this weekend. Tonight the Generals travel to Nanaimo to take on the Nanaimo Buccaneers, who are currently sitting third in the North Division, 24 points clear of the Generals. The Gens are looking
for their second win in six games working hard.” against the Buccaneers. The Generals are coming off “We just back-to-back need to focus We know that we can beat losses from last them, we’ve beaten them week and have on playing 60 before. minutes of lost six in a row. hockey,” forIt’s someDAVID ANDERSON ward Mathieu thing that interJallabert said. im head coach “We’re out Rob Gaudreault there working hard and doing knows has been challenging for what we can to try and win the his team but feels they’re not game but we need to play a full that far off. game, stay disciplined and keep “This is a team that works
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“We just need to play that competitive game that we know we can play. It’s not for a lack of trying because we’ve been in every game and we keep it competitive every time out there. We just need to tighten things up in a few areas and if we can do that, we should be in good shape.” The Generals will hit the ice again on Monday night for another battle against the Comox Valley Glacier Kings. The last time these two teams met, tempers boiled over on the ice and resulted in five players being ejected, in total, from the game.
“Things get tough when you have a short roster to begin with,” Jallabert said. “With the fights and Longmore getting thrown out of the game too, it just made things a lot tougher out on the ice but it’s something that we’re going to have to shake off. We’ve got some injuries and we’ve lost some players to trades so we need to just focus on who’s here and make it happen.” With the trades that have been made, Jallabert now sits at the top of the list for scoring with 19 points (six goals, 13 assists) in the 19 games he’s suited up for this season for the Generals.
COMING TO THE PARKSVILLE CURLING CLUB
Curling provincials in PV T YSON TAYLOR
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With the teams determined and the venue being prepared, the 2015 B.C. Junior Curling Championships are getting set to rock at the Parksville Curling Club Dec. 28-Jan. 3. Sixteen of the best junior men’s and women’s teams (eight in each group) from across the province will do battle on the sheets of ice, looking to win their respective titles. In all, there are members from all three women’s medal-winning teams that will be back again this year and three teams in total that call Vancouver Island home, all hailing from Victoria. Three-quarters of the reigning women’s team — skip Sarah Daniels, third Marika Van Osch and lead Megan Daniels — are back to defend their title with a new teammate, second
Dezaray Hawes. Team Brown, who won silver last year, were national champions just two years ago as well and will be looking for another strong performance. The bronze medal team in 2014 has Shawna Jensen as their skip, boasting a team with three other curlers from three different locations. On the men’s side, Team Tanaka is coming in hot after a victory over Team Horvath, which featured two members of the 2014 gold medal winning team. Compared to the women’s side of the event, there are lots of new teams coming in to the championships for the first time. The event is free to attend and the finals will be televised on Rogers Sportsnet, which take place January 3, 2015. — with files from Curl B.C.
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Luxury Condominiums ~ Fabulous Ocean Views The Texada, a contemporary West Coast 89-suite condominium development located in North Nanaimo, B.C. boasts incredible views of the Georgia Strait and Coastal Mountain Vistas. Walking distance to local shops, entertainment, beaches and parks. The Texada’s spacious suites offer
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Contact John Bertoia @ 250-390-0115, go to www.thetexada.com (also see us at) http://www.youtube.com/user/carringtonnanaimo/videos or visit our show suites at *Terms & Conditions: Contact sales agent for full details and any restrictions. Unit #123 - 6310 McRobb Ave, Nanaimo, B.C. Open daily from 11-4, closed Fridays.
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Thank you to all those who helped to make the past year so wonderful. Clients like you make my job a pleasure.
From our home to yours... We’d like to wish everyone a Happy and Healthy Holiday Season
HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND BEST WISHES FOR A PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR!!!
Les & Shelley Pockett
(A special thank you goes out to whomever it was that returned my directional sign. Maybe That was “A SIGN” that one day we will do business together.)
“Your Guide to Oceanside”
Les Pockett
Celia Myers
Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty
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Independently Owned & Operated
679 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC
250-954-9014 • www.the-team.ca
Grant Wildeman Cell: (250) 927-0357 REALTOR® Offi ce: (250) 248-4321
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Cell: (250) 927-7653 Personal Real Estate Corporation 1-800-224-5906 email:lespockett@telus.net lespockett@telus.net
Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned & Operated
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Merry Christmas and all the Best!
Nicky Westnedge
Unlicensed Assistant
Grant, Shelly, Brody, Brett and Brayden
2-3350 Island W Hwy (Ben Bow), Qualicum Beach $194,900 • • • •
1200 sq ft, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms New flooring and fresh paint throughout No age restrictions and pets are allowed Walking distance to all amenities
102-354 Morison Ave. Parksville $229,000 • • • •
Bright 1200 sqft 2 bedroom condo Large walk in shower & in-suite laundry Underground parking with workshop Private patio & 5 minute walk to the beach
*5% Down = $644 MONTHLY PAYMENT
206-309 Morison Avenue, Parksville $139,000 • One bedroom oceanview condo • Centrally located to all amenities • 55+ complex, no rentals and one small pet allowed *Rates subject to change without notice. Certain conditions may apply based on OAC, E & OE*
1575 Haida Way, Nanoose Bay $419,000 • • • •
Over 2000 sq ft 4 bedroom home in Beachcomber Ocean view and beach access just steps away In Law Suite Detached 2 car garage /workshop
One of the real joys of the Holiday Season is the opportunity to say Thank You and wish you the very best for the New Year.
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PARKSVILLE CITY BOUNDARY SUBJECT PROPERTY
Lot 6, Blower Road, Parksville $375,000
830 Village Way, Qualicum Beach $769,000 • Custom built 4400 sqft 6 bedroom 4 bathroom home • High beamed ceilings, 5 fireplaces, granite counters and heated floors • 1000+ sq ft 2 bedroom in-law suite over the 3 bay garage • 2.5 acre property with a separate 1600 sq ft shop
250.248.8371 www.coastrealty.com
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1695 Nahmint Road $424,900
1670 Meadowood $648,000
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Direct: 250-228-5558 1759 Martini $282,000
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SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE
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QUALICUM BEACH PATIO HOME • 2930 sq. ft. mountain view home • 3 bdrms, 4 bthrms • Fully developed, unauthorized inlaw suite w/sep. entrance, hydro & septic • Detached 28’ x 26’ work shop • 2.5 acre property MLS # 374666
1680 Peligren Place $298,000
SOLD • Established vineyard, trout pond • Ocean & mountain views • Cleared & levelled building site • 36’x36’ shop already built • 3.18 acre MLS # 308194
1785 Warn Way $409,000
• 360 degree ocean & mountains view • 4,600 Sq. ft 4 BR 3 bathrooms plus • One BR suite MLS # 370244
• 3 bedrooms, 1572 sq. ft. 2 story • Low maintenance yard • Beautiful southern exposure MLS # 368060
Recreational Riverfront Lot From $35,900 to $57,900 • Across from Little Qualicum Falls Park • Gated Community • 12’x24’ covered storage included • Zoned for a RV, Tent or Yurt • .34 acres
5 ACRES - Little Qualicum New Price! $165,000
1810 Canuck $314,900
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• Panoramic ocean view property • Allows for 2 homes • Many trails in the area
MLS # 368087
• 1501 Sq. Ft 2 Bdrms, 2 Bath Crawlspace • Hardwood Floors, Gas Forced Air Heat • Dble Garage, Adult Park, Pets Allowed $319,000 THE GARDENS AT QUALICUM BEACH
OCEANVIEW PARKSVILLE CONDO
• 4th Floor 825 Sq Ft 1 Bedroom, plus Den • Ensuite with seated jetted SoakerTub • Extra Storage, 5 Appliances, Elevator, • Social, Recreational, Dining Service $245,000
• 1283 Sq. Ft 2 Bdrms, 2 Baths, Great View • Secured Entry, Secured Covered Parking $326,000 • Across from Beach, Walk to Shopping
MADISON COURT COMFORT
DELUXE TOWNHOUSE ON THE GOLF COURSE
• 864 sq. ft. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Ensuites • Bright Cheery, Vaulted Ceiling, Great Location • Housekeeping & Meal Service Available
• 3000 Sq. Ft 3 Bdrms, 3 Baths • Deluxe High End Finishing • Hobby Room, Double Garage, Patio & Balcony • Overlooking the 7th Green in Fairwinds $459,000
• 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom • .54 acres, southern exposure • 2 storage sheds MLS # 382130
Find the property you have been searching for at: www.timpeligren.com
$179,900
Winner of the Commercial Building Award of Excellence Multi-family: Stone’s Throw Building 1, Parksville
Patio Home 1,465 - 1,500 sq.ft.
Features all the living space on the ground floor. Price from $399,000
Loft Home 1,735 sq.ft.
Features ground floor entry with all the living space on the second floor. Price from $389,000
Parksville’s most modern downtown residence. With a new vision of living, a dedication to quality and commitment to the environment, Stone’s Throw inspires a unique experience that combines comfortable living with contemporary and sustainable West Coast architecture.
220 McVickers Street, Parksville, BC I StonesThrowLiving.ca I ph 250.228.0512
• Flexible 2 bedroom & den floor plans • Heated crawlspace and garage • Superior exterior and interior finishes • High efficiency gas forced air heating • Tankless hot water on demand • Energy star windows • Strata fees: $130 per month
CERTIFIED ENERGY EFFICIENT AND ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE HOMES
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• Distinctive 1622 sqft 3 bed/2 bath custom rancher on 1.37 acres • Living Room w/river rock FP (propane woodstove), covered patio • Kitchen w/oak cabinets, forest-view picture windows throughout • Detached powered shed/workshop, room to build a larger shop
• Spacious 1500 sqft 3 bed w/major upgrades & great floor plan • Living Room w/bay window & propane FP, oak hardwood floors • Formal Dining Room, bright new Euro-design custom Kitchen • Family Rm w/new woodstove, patio, sunny fenced yard, .15 acre
UNBEATABLE CENTRAL LOCATION! $169,900
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• The perfect 55+ patio home! 1078 sqft 2 bed/2 bath single-level • Near town center, 1 block to 3 grocery stores, eateries, drug store • Open plan, hardwood floors, Kitchen w/eating bar, patio w/garden • Wheelchair friendly end-unit, pet-friendly, low strata, covered prkg
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• Lovingly maintained 1328 sqft 2 bed/3 bath rancher on .19 acre • Living Room w/propane FP, skylighted Kitchen w/replaced appls • Sunroom, patio area w/southern exposure, RV prkg w/sani-dump • HRV, air-exchanger, large corner lot next to dedicated parkland
• 3162 sqft 3 bed/3 bath executive rancher on 1 acre corner lot • King-sized rooms, ocean viewpoints from all main living areas • Living Rm w/cathedral ceiling & woodstove, skylighted Kitchen • Park-like landscaped grounds, southern exposure, RV parking
• Luxuriously finished 2110 sqft 2 bed on Eaglecrest Golf Course • Bright open plan, Beach hardwood flooring, 9 ft & 11 ft ceilings • Gourmet Kitchen w/huge island, lrg second-storey Bonus Room • Patio w/western exposure & views of the golf course,.13 acre
• Light & bright 1710 sqft 2 bedrm end-unit townhome in 55+ complex • New flooring, Family Room w/propane FP, sunny patio, garden area • Kitchen w/nook, new CTs, new cabinetry, new quality stainless appls • 2 Master Suites, new roof, gated complex w/low strata, small pets OK
PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP IS EVIDENT! $324,900
EXPANSIVE YET INTIMATE
FULLY LOADED WITH EXTRAS
UPDATES, UPDATES, UPDATES!
$534,900
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325 SUTHERLAND • .21 acre lot, excellent building site for your dream home • Tourist Commercial in the community plan • This unique property may never be available again
$495,000
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2180 sqft., 3 bed + den/2.5 bath home Open concept great room with 12 foot ceilings Granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances 8500 sqft. lot, 1 block from ocean and beach access
Tom Dodds $539,900
751 LILAC DRIVE
1,927 sqft., 4 beds, 3 baths Rec room off kitchen, heat pump & a/c Close to amenities, private back yard Priced below assessed value
$279,000
861 WRIGHT ROAD, PARKSVILLE
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Brenda Nicolls
202A-181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE
• Best fractional value to own in the Beach Club Resort • 340sf Studio Unit with mini kitchen • Live the beach - and live the life!
$29,900
Aaron Nicklen*
Jill Tuggle
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3142 ISLAND W. HIGHWAY Ocean views from every room Close to amenities, beach promenade Commercial zoning, possible B&B Potential carriage suite
$998,000
Exquisite 5,855 sqft. rancher on 2.87 acres Quality finishing throughout, chef’s kitchen 2 bedroom in-law suite, mountain views Incredible landscaping, swimming pool
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One bedroom legal suite New flooring throughout Fully fenced, freshly painted Freshly painted
$1,388,000
Aaron Nicklen*
885 TERRIEN WAY
• Fabulous San Pareil home • Totally renovated, 1882 sq. ft. • 4 bedroom, 3 bath plus den • 17,860 ft. treed lot near beach
$459,000 Ralph Kretzschmar
809 RIVER’S EDGE DRIVE
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Louise Roy*
378 RHEUMER CRESCENT
$349,900
2311 MATE PLACE
• sensational birds eye ocean views • 3 bed, 3 bath, family room • beautifully renovated throughout • quiet cul de sac privacy
$569,900
749 BRADBURY, PARKSVILLE
• Immaculate Parksville rancher • Located on water side of highway
• Enjoy the warmth of the natural gas fireplace
Ian Mackay
$310,000
W NE
5 - 441 HARNISH AVENUE
• super 2 bedroom patio home • open plan, sunroom, clean • rentals allowed, pet friendly • great location, quick possession
$149,900
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kevin clayton
SLT 83 SCOTTVALE PLACE
0.38 of an acre lot, quiet cul de sac Above Schooner Cove Marina Fairwinds ocean view lot Upscale neighbourhood
$319,000
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977 HOLLYWOOD ROAD
Equestrian Ranch close to village 2,811 sqft, 4 beds, den & in-law suite Private 5 acres, fenced & cross fenced State of the art barn, riding ring
$699,000
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Ian Mackay
#24-1050 BOWLBY
New stove & countertops Open kitchen with lots of cupboards Remodelled, new deck with gazebo 3 bed/1 bath, fenced yard for kids & small pet
Aaron Nicklen* $54,900
Dale Rumming
202-2465 APOLLO DRIVE
2700 VAN ISLE ROAD
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1.2 acre park like setting 1,000 sqft. shop, 400 sqft. loft apt. Perfect for B&B, steps to beach 4,200 sqft, 5 beds, 6 baths
• Crisp, clean and Green Built quality-classy LOFT! • WALKABLE to all amenities! Starbies, Tims, food! • Still as new, this gem is worth viewing and making YOUR HOME!
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Totally renovated Additional storage, 2 big shed & under home Laminate, bay window, country kitchen 2 bed, 1 renovated large bath
$379,900 NO GST
$59,900
• Amazing modular at Red Gap • 3 bedrooms, 1 bath • Bright open kitchen • Large deck, 2 additions
$98,500
Dale Rumming $798,000
#5-220 MCVICKERS ST. AWESOME STONE’S THROW
Jill Tuggle
Louise Roy*
#28-1050 BOWLBY
• Immaculate 2 bed, 2 full bath rancher • Generous Master, 3 pc ensuite, walk-in closet • Private SW facing lot with big deck • Lots of light, double garage, RV parking
$349,800
Brenda Nicolls
• Totally remodelled! 2 bed/1 bth • New windows,floors,cabinetry • Energy efficent furnace • Small pet allowed
$74,900
Dale Rumming
110 - 399 WEMBLEY ROAD
• luxury 1 bedroom plus den condo • 9’ ceilings, laminate, granite • deluxe ensuite, underground parking • clubhouse, pets allowed
406-3555 OUTRIGGER RD
• Spacious 1 bed/1 bath waterfront condo • Amazing ocean, mountain, marina views • Move in condition, electric F/P • Underground parking w/extra storage space
$179,000
$219,000
kevin clayton
$72,900
John Milroy
1 - 1600 BRYNMARL ROAD
• deluxe waterfront condo at Beachcomber • 2 bed, 2 bath, separate office/den • completely renovated, granite counters • double garage, you will fall in love
Dale Rumming $479,000
• Brand new 1 bed/1 bth • Hardiplank siding, huge deck • Pad fee 395.00 • Small pet allowed
Jim/Margo Hoffman
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kevin clayton
kevin clayton
W NE
• 195 floor plans to choose from! • 4 lots left: choose colours floor plans and appliances! • Pad fee $295/month • Price includes GST
Dale Rumming $103,000
Dale Rumming
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• Wills & Estates • Family Law Agreements • Enduring Powers of Attorney • Living Wills • Incorporations & Agreements Ph. (250)594-3247 Fax (250)594-3248 gdsball@shaw.ca 564 Hazelwood Place, Qualicum Beach
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