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A bittersweet move SD70: | Teachers like Theresa Coleman are packing up more than just school supplies this summer.

For teachers, school’s in all summer as they transition with closures

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It’s the end of an era at Gill Elementary School. The school has been shut down and will be packed up over the summer.

The contents, and the teachers, are destined for A.W. Neill, which will be converted from a middle school to a K-7 elementary school.

But it just won’t be the same for kindergarten teacher Theresa Coleman.

“This room is perfect for kindergarten,” said Coleman.

“Kindergarteners need space.”

That’s exactly what they had in Coleman’s expansive classroom at Gill. Located in a separate building from the rest of the school, it’s double the size of your average classroom.

“We have our carpet area, we have our table area, we have our own kitchen area and girls bathroom and boys bathroom,” said Coleman. “I won’t have that at Neill.”

A classroom as big as what Coleman has had at Gill has been especially great given the recent push to self-regulation, where kids are given the space and time to address their emotions.

“They’re all about self-regulation and reducing your anxiety these days,” Coleman said.

The larger classroom allowed the students to do just that. Those who wanted a quieter activity were separated out from those doing something louder.

“We could space our centres so we have our quieter things [like] painting and reading and being on the computer together and the louder things like the blocks in a different area,” she said.

“I am just not going to have that space over at Neill. It’s a real shame.”

But although Coleman is sad to be losing the larger than average classroom, she’s happy to still have a classroom to come back to in the fall.

“I just really, really love it out

Gill Elementary School kindergarten teacher Theresa Coleman packs up her classroom for the move to AW Neill starting in September.

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The hard work of preparing A.W. Neill and E.J. Dunn for their transition to elementary schools from middle schools well underway, said school district 70 director of operations Greg Roe. – The school district has budgeted $150,000 for all the expenses associated with the move.

“Basically we’re getting the schools renovated, cleaned and making sure we get all the teachers’ belongings to their new destinations,” said Roe. That’s every teacher’s belongings, Roe added.

“Anybody who is currently teaching at either Gill or Eighth Avenue will definitely be moving on to either A.W. Neill or E.J. Dunn,” said Roe. “They would pack the contents of their classroom and then we would relocate it to the new classroom,” Roe said.

The bulk of the renovations to the nowformer middle schools will involve preparing them for younger kids.

“In a middle school that’s never really catered to primary students we have to do things to create the kind of utilities in those spaces that you would typically see in a primary grade classroom,” said Roe. “For instance, coat hooks and cubby storage.”

Some classroom features

will have to be adjusted so that they’re usable for shorter children.

“In a lot of cases, lowering the white boards down to a primary height so the kids can actually work on them.”

Kindergarten classrooms will take the most adjustment.

“We would be installing sinks because those Greg Roe young kids are washing up in classrooms before lunch and after play, said Roe. Some specialized classrooms in Neill and Dunn will stay empty for the 2015-16 school year.

That’s because the industrial education programs that were offered by the middle schools won’t be offered by the new K-7 schools this year.

“Wood shop wouldn’t be offered at Neill and it wouldn’t be offered at Dunn,” said Roe. “Right now we don’t have any plans to renovate those spaces... basically right now any home economics or industrial education spaces, we’re leaving those spaces as is. They won’t be used in next year’s curriculum.”

While the future of Gill is yet to be decided, two alternate programs will move from their current leased Redford Street building to Eighth Avenue in September.

Neither of the two programs will require much in the way of renovations, Roe said.

Both will mainly just use the Eighth Avenue library.

‘We’re getting the schools renovated, cleaned...’

here,” Coleman said. “But I’m just happy to have a job!”

It will be a big change indeed for Coleman who’s spent the past few years in this classroom. But it won’t be the first time she’s teaching her students in a standard sized room—in her nine years at Gill, she taught Grade 3, Grade 5 and a Kindergarten/ Grade 1 split.

“I’ve done a K-1 split in the big building in a regular size classroom and it can work,” Coleman said.

“The kids step over each other and

they learn to say ‘excuse me’ and ‘sorry about that.’ So it can work and it will work.”

This fall will bring some added excitement to take Coleman’s mind off of the smaller room.

“My little girl is going to be in my classroom this year so we’re both starting fresh in a new school this year,” she said. “So that will be neat.” And no matter the size of the classroom, Coleman is happy to keep teaching kindergarteners.

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Water restrictions hit Stage 2 KATYA SLEPIAN

that trend down,” said Cicon.

“Depending on the weather, we have seen a drop down to 14,000 cubic metres and in the last few days it’s been much lower too,” said Cicon.

“We’re keeping an eye on consumption, it’s really important for us to help make decisions around our next stages,” said Cicon.

On average, a resident living in a single family dwelling in Port Alberni uses 254 litres per day, Cicon noted, while someone living in a multi-family dwelling, like an apartment building uses approximately 217 litres daily.

According to an Environment Canada report from 2009, those numbers are below average for B.C. municipalities of similar size. The

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With little to no rainfall in the forecast and reservoir levels continuing to decrease, the city of Port Alberni has imposed stage two watering restrictions.

City engineer Guy Cicon said that the city is tracking consumption carefully. City crews go up to the city’s main water reservoir, Lizard Lake, weekly to monitor lake levels.

Lizard Lake feeds China Creek, where the main water intake for the city is located.

If needed, the city can also draw from Bainbridge Lake.

When stage one water restrictions were imposed back on June 8, Cicon said it was the earliest he’d ever done so and that he couldn’t remember a time when water restrictions hit stage

The water level at Lizard Lake left, photographed by reporter Katya Slepian on June 4, and captured by a City of Port Alberni employee on July 9, right, shows how much lower the lake is in one month.

two.

According to Cicon, water usage reaches an average of 18,000 cubic metres in the

summer months before restrictions kick in.

“We’d like to see

average for both single and multi-family is 353 per capita litres daily.

The Port Alberni single family dwelling average is also 16 litres below the Canadian average.

Cicon said that going to stage two water restrictions is largely a precautionary measure.

“Our latest inspection was on Friday (July 10) and lake levels are still holding firm though they are dropping through seepage and evaporation,” he said.

“In essence, our natural lake reservoirs are holding on. We’ll start tapping into those when the creek system reduces its flows.”

Stage two water restrictions went into effect Monday and further restrict outdoor water usage.

Lawn water is

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Lawn Sprinkling: Even numbered addresses can sprinkle on Wednesdays and Saturdays 6 – 9 am OR 7 – 10 pm. Odd numbered addresses can sprinkle on Thursdays and Sundays 6 – 9 am OR 7 – 10 pm.

New unestablished lawns, trees, shrubs and owers: Sprinkling outside of restricted times allowed only at the discretion of the City with a permit from City Hall.

Vegetable Gardens, planters, shrubs and trees: Watering must be done by hand using a spring loaded shut off nozzle or bucket. 6 – 9 am or 7 – 10 pm. 2 hours per day maximum – any day.

Private pools, spas and garden ponds, Public and commercial fountains (recirculating): Filling is prohibited, topping up is permitted.

Outdoor washing of cars, boats and houses: Washing must be done by hand using a spring loaded shut off nozzle or bucket. Anytime.

Washing driveways and sidewalks: All forms of washing using treated drinking water are prohibited.

Commercial car washing, gardens, and pressure washing: Exempt.

Public Parks, Playing Fields, Boulevards, and Planters: Restricted as per detailed watering plan by Parks and Recreation For more information contact the City of Port Alberni at 720-2840 or go to www.portalberni.ca

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The city of Port Alberni will once again be providing an initial attack response to wildfires within the Alberni Valley.

“Last year the city entered into an agreement with the Wildfire Management Branch for the city to provide initial attack response for the Wildfire Management Branch if they were unable to set up in the Alberni Valley,” said Port Alberni Fire Department Chief Tim Pley told council at their July 13 meeting.

With the province’s fire fighting resources maxed out by the recent hot, dry weather, Pley said the B.C. government is looking into entering a similar agreement for this year, though compensation has yet to be decided upon.

“They’re anticipating conditions will be all the more hot and dry throughout the summer,” said Pley.

Citing the earlier start to the fire seasons, council authorized Pley to begin talks with the Wildfire Management Branch in February of each year. reporter@albernivalleynews.com

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Even numbered homes can sprinkle from 6-9 a.m. or 7-10 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays while odd numbered homes can sprinkle on Thursdays and Sundays at those times.

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“I love them, I love this age,” she said, adding that she doesn’t have much competition.

“This age level is not very desirable among teachers because there’s so much development needing to happen, they’re so young.”

Coleman was inspired to work with the age group after attending a workshop on the mainland a

couple of years ago.

“I went to a really great kindergarten workshop in Burnaby a couple of years ago and just came back with so many fantastic ideas and was so motivated and I use them all the time.”

Luckily, the ideas will still all work in the smaller classroom at Neill.

“It’s all good, it’s just going to be a big change.” reporter@albernivalleynews.com

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Lease extended at old plywood site No burn ban KATYA SLEPIAN

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A sign expressing disappointment at the city over the lack of recreational development at former plywood site lots A and B.

versus an expanded beach and I think at this point it’s really not about that,” said Minions.

“It’s about the contract that was signed last year and it’s not negative towards the port authority. It’s just about following the terms of our contract.”

However, Coun. Jack McLeman, Mayor Mike Ruttan and two other councillors voted to table the motion until September.

McLeman justified his decision to table, saying that he didn’t want to jump the gun.

“In the past two years, council has made a lot of knee-jerk reactions to things and sometimes made public announcements that have affected industry,” said McLeman.

“The industrial corporations—and rightly so—have been annoyed at the city and I don’t want to do anything that’s going to upset what we’re

starting to repair.”

However, McLeman said he won’t push the lease past September.

“If nothing’s there, I’ll make the motion.”

Ruttan said that while the city currently has nothing in the works for that

lot, it might as well collect the rent PAPA pays for the two lots.

“They’ve asked for a little bit more time to continue to work with us and we want to give them some more time,” said Ruttan.

“The city had that

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The City of Port Alberni won’t entertain a year-round outdoor burning ban until curbside yard waste pickup is established, city councillors decided on Monday.

Members of the Air Quality Council last month asked the city to consider a yearround ban to address air quality concerns in the Alberni Valley.

“Over the years the city has taken a number of steps to improve air quality and reduce emissions,” fire Chief Tim Pley told council on Monday.

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“The air quality council has identified that the next natural step would be to further restrict outdoor burning or to ban outdoor burning year round.”

Currently, outdoor burning is allowed between Oct. 15 and April 15.

“This coincides with our weather patterns that promote poor air quality.”

Pley had presented three options to city council: do nothing; implement a further partial restriction or ban outdoor burning completely.

Pley noted that past councils had so far chosen the first option.

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Port Alberni city council is at odds over a decision made on Monday night to give the Port Alberni Port Authority two more months to get an industrial operation going on Lots A and B of the former plywood site.

The city had leased the two lots to the port authority last year with a clause that industrial or marine commercial enterprise must occur on the site before July 1, 2015.

The original, preapproved proposal was to have Canadian Alberni Engineering begin ship building operations there.

However, at the end of June CAE general manager Steve Dunagan said that no lease had been signed yet and that any negotiations would continue to be handled by CAE’s Ontario-based parent company.

Coun. Chris Alemany asked council on Monday to give PAPA a 90-day notice of the city’s termination of their lease.

“This lease was created with the city and the port authority with the expectation that certain developments would take place,” said Alemany, adding that he thought those were reasonable expectations at the time.

“Unfortunately that didn’t come to fruition and seeing no possibilities for new ways of satisfying those very specific terms of lease, it strikes me as a business matter only, not one that would generate animosity or bad feeling between the parties.”

Coun. Sharie Minions echoed Alemany’s words.

“I think that there’s been a lot of talk about industrial activity on that lot

property and didn’t work with the port authority for 25 years and did nothing with it so the port authority’s now had it for a year and is trying to shop it around and do something to help the economy.”

Port authority director of public relations and business development Dave McCormick said that they would take the extension to continue to work towards fulfilling their lease requirements.

“Current plans are to continue to explore what the opportunities are that meet the spirit and intent and the goals of the original terms and conditions of the lease,” said McCormick. He would not elaborate on what those plans could look like.

“What we’re exploring now could ultimately encompass a variety of different things.”

The decision to give notice or extend PAPA’s lease of the former plywood lots will come back to the Sept. 14 city council meeting.

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City too dry after showers Is B.C.’s LNG industry real? Yes it is It was a rare sight this weekend to see Vancouver Islanders excited to see rain falling during the height of summer.

But compared to the precipitation normal for this year to date, the weekend’s rainfall was simply a drop in the bucket.

The extreme lack of precipitation in the late spring and early summer prompted pleas from city officials to conserve water and led to some of the most restrictive water-use requirements ever seen, from the Comox Valley to the Regional District of Nanaimo and now the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District.

After more than a dozen human-caused fires in Nanaimo alone, city officials pleaded with residents to refrain from activity that could spark a wildfire, such as tossing cigarette butts from moving vehicles or even cutting your lawn. The B.C. Forest Service tried to reduce the number of wildfires by banning campfires during the worst forest fire season in recent memory.

Although Islanders celebrated the drizzle on Saturday and Sunday, it doesn’t mean we can become complacent once again with our water use or our potential to cause forest fires. The forecast calls for a bit more rain and then it’s back to sunny and dry for the rest of the week.

Although the smoke has cleared and the temperature feels a little cooler, we should continue to butt out with a bottle of water rather than tossing cigarettes out the window.

Planting drought-tolerant vegetation rather than lawns will help conserve water now and into the future. Using efficient methods for watering or capturing water from showers, dishes and hot water taps will help ease the pressure on local reservoirs so they can last through the fall.

Islanders had a hard lesson in water conservation this year – one that might not yet be over. Let’s not lose the good habits we developed during this year’s drought.

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ICTORIA – The B.C. legislature is back in session this week, a rare summer sitting to approve a 25-year project agreement for the first large-scale liquefied natural gas project in northern B.C. Finance Minister Mike de Jong released the lengthy legal agreement prior to the debate, saying this step should remove any doubt that an international investment group led

by Petronas of Malaysia intends to go ahead.

With billions invested in upstream resources and buyers waiting at home, the Pacific Northwest LNG group includes Chinese state corporation Sinopec, Indian Oil Corp., Japan Petroleum Exploration Corp. and Petroleum Brunei.

The most contentious issue is the government’s intention to protect the investors from

“discriminatory” tax and regulations for the life of the project. The government insists these sorts of long-term cost certainty agreements are commonplace, and don’t affect provincial and federal taxes or environmental regulations unless they single out LNG operations.

Future governments can raise corporate tax rates, carbon tax or enter into a cap and trade system.

Ottawa can scrap capital cost allowances that were recently extended to LNG producers, which is significant because Liberal leader Justin Trudeau has indicated he would get rid of what he calls subsidies to fossil fuels.

Both the province and Ottawa allow capital cost write-offs against corporate tax, to attract investment. B.C. attracted

a lot of gas drilling rigs from Alberta with tax breaks for deep drilling.

The B.C. government invited comparisons with Western Australia LNG producers, and NDP researchers did just that. They noted that Australia’s Gorgon and North West Shelf LNG projects have written provisions that local employment and local suppliers will get preference.

Those are absent in B.C., along with apprenticeship guarantees for LNG. “There was hard bargaining by the companies, and certainly the premier went into this negotiation in a very weak position, having to deliver on her extravagant and grandiose promises from the election,” NDP critic Bruce Ralston said.

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of British Columbia did well is certainly an open question.”

Green Party MLA Andrew Weaver painted himself into a corner, having spent the last two years dismissing the B.C. LNG industry as a fantasy that will never come to pass, strictly on economic grounds. He has since branded the Petronas deal, a template for any future projects, a “generational sellout.”

Another big player with gas well investments in northeast B.C. is Shell, with a proposal for Kitimat. Its prospects have improved since it took over British Gas Group, which had its own LNG intentions here. Another group led by Altagas remains on track to ship LNG from its Douglas Channel site before the end of the decade.

It’s important to remember that without LNG exports, B.C.’s natural gas industry will shrink rapidly after 50 years of increasingly significant revenues from sales to the U.S.

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QUESTION of the week

Mailbag: Feedback on forest fires, living wages and outrage

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Writer calls for fire inquiry To the Editor,

Do you think the Martin Mars will be an effective firefighting tool for B.C.?

Yes – 87.2% No – 12.8% This week’s question: Are you satisfied that Port Alberni City Council tabled a motion to terminate the port authority’s contract over the plywood sites?

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Leaving aside all the political positioning around the province’s largest private investment to date, if this doesn’t go ahead we will all feel the effects.

De Jong had a blunt response when asked what the province gets in return for all its guarantees of low tax environment: “Their money.”

At peak construction, Pacific Northwest LNG will need as many as 4,500 workers, with 500 or more operations jobs

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depending on how far it expands.

The finance ministry forecasts that once Pacific Northwest LNG is up and running, it represents $9 billion in revenues to the province over 10 years, including gas royalties and taxes.

That’s more than taxpayers can expect from the entire forest industry.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.

Twitter: @tomfletcherbc E-mail: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

Re: Only you can prevent fires, Editorial, July 9.

Smokey the bear and those that lived on Dog Mountain must be angry.

The BC Forest Service says “never leave a fire unattended” but they don’t do what they say.

They left this small fire unattended but “monitored” for the first three hours and since then their random and uncoordinated attempts at dealing with it allowed it double daily to more than 400 hectares.

It’s not just the health concerns, wildlife, economics and tourism and timber losses to consider but the longterm blight that is being imposed on the aesthetic center of our lake and community.

Sproat Lake is known as one of, if not the best lake in B.C. People come from all over the world to live, recreate and enjoy the beauty of the lake.

Special consideration was always given to the view scape of Dog Mountain in logging and forestry plans

and then the BCFS department actually added fire to fire on this once beautiful mountain scape.

The inaction, wrong action and mismanagement of this fire will haunt us lake residents and tourists alike for decades to come.

Using “back burning” in steep terrain where daily afternoon winds and thermals exist is ridiculous. Any experienced coastal fire boss would agree.

More burned timber and soils. More flying ash and smoke. More chance of crowning and hot particulate transfer to the other areas adjacent to Dog Mountain.

Someone please explain to the public the rationale why the Port Authority Fire Boat was rejected by the Forest Service or why the only helicopter that was making any progress on the first day was sent packing?

Why wasn’t the fire boat in use daily?

Water puts out fires, not shovels and hoes and especially fire bombs as were apparently used.

I have talked to many logging managers and former fire bosses that totally disagree with how this fire was dealt with.

There should be an enquiry.

Bob Cole, Port Alberni

About time for living wage To the Editor,

Kudos to the City of Vancouver for opting to create a liveable wage policy for its workers.

It would be a boon if this inspired the provincial government to raise welfare rates, which affect many communities all over B.C.—especially populated with clients on disability who, though unable to work, still contribute to the fabric of the community in other (often volunteerism) ways.

Unfortunately, I don’t hold out much hope for a provincial government that expects aging clients on disability to live on an average of $950/ month.

Do the math: According to a regular 40-hour work week (or 160 hours per month), an income of $950/ month works out to $5.94 per hour.

Is it any wonder the provincial government balks at raising the minimum wage, when they know people can survive (albeit just) on the equivalent of

$5.94/hour?

So good luck with this sane new approach, Vancouver.

As 2006 Nobel Peace prize recipient, Muhammed Yunus said: “Poverty is not created by poor people. It is created by the concepts and institutional arrangements under which people live.”

Liz Stonard, Port Alberni

Reinstate Casavant To the Editor,

We are writing with regard to the issue of Conservation Officer Bryce Casavant being suspended without pay for saving the lives of two bear cubs in Port Hardy.

We are ashamed at how wildlife issues are “managed”in this province.

We have witnessed too many deaths of wildlife animals at the hands of conservation officers who are acting in accordance with the policies set out by our provincial government. This on-going slaughter is not missed or ignored by us or many other residents of this province. It is entirely anthropocentric, inhumane and shortsighted to believe that we have the right

to exterminate other animals in the name of convenience and economy.

We have spoken personally and at length with many conservation officers and have heard all of the justifications and rationales.

We are two citizens of this province who are outraged at the government’s policies and practices. We are disappointed that anyone would condone the slaughter of these two cubs.

Officer Casavant should be commended for his forward-thinking, progressive, compassionate refusal to carry out such anthropocentric policies.

We salute Officer Casavant for his courage to stand up for what is right and we believe he should not only be immediately reinstated to his job (with back pay), but that he should be promoted to a consultant on the humane, sane and compassionate treatment and stewardship of our wildlife brethren.

Sandi Mikuse and Claudette Laffey, Advocates for Urban Wildlife, Kamloops

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I know of two occasions lately that Christians were invited to make a presentation to a college class. One spoke about the geological evidences for creation, while the other spoke about the historical resurrection of Christ. He focused on the witnesses to the risen Christ and how it could be that they were all willing to suffer or die rather than give up their belief.

Most interesting to us is the reaction of the college students, many of whom became very upset and angry. When these same students hear ideas of mysticism and various views about divinity from around the world they respond only with interest or indifference. They don’t realize themselves the power of the Christian message on their minds and why it is that they respond with such anger at the name of Jesus Christ.

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A boat accident at Sproat Lake has left a Langford man dead and the other in serious condition, Port Alberni RCMP inspector Mac Richards said.

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rescued by locals on Saturday but divers didn’t recover the other man until Sunday. The boat sank at the scene.

“We had divers out [Sunday] and were able to locate the deceased as well as parts of the boat.”

The deceased has been identified as Michael David Douglas, 39, of Langford.

The cause of the accident is still unknown, Richards said.

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DAVID WIWCHAR SPECIAL TO THE NEWS

A botched robbery has earned a 29-year old Port Alberni woman four months in jail.

Tara Patricia Miller was found guilty of attempted robbery for walking into the Krush Smoothie Restaurant on July 8, 2014 where

she pushed a hold-up note towards the cashier and showed the butt-end of a gun.

The restaurant owner saw what was happening and came out from the rear of the store and told Miller to get out of the shop.

“She used a fake gun, but it was so fake that it didn’t fool anyone,”

Crown prosecutor Todd Patola told the court.

A brief struggle broke out and Miller punched the store owner and ran across 10th Avenue into the trees.

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hold-up note—“Be quiet. Slowly give me all the money B4 I shoot everyone”— written on the back of Miller’s own resume.

Miller’s lawyer Michael Munroe said it was “an illconceived moment of desperation … a complete lack of thought”.

Judge Ted Gouge called it “the most inept robbery one could imagine”.

Miller was easily tracked down by the address on her resume, and was arrested without incident.

She was released on bail on Jan. 20, and given strict conditions while awaiting trial.

On May 12 she was again arrested, this time for being caught stealing $6 worth of costume jewellery from Walmart, and was sent back to jail.

She admitted to being addicted to cocaine, and said she was on the drug at the time of the robbery.

She also suffers from psychiatric issues and takes medication for depression.

A hairdresser and esthetician by training, Miller said she wants to continue to work in that field, while sharing custody of her two young children.

She was given a total sentence of 121 days’ time-served, and three years’ probation where she has to stay out of trouble and off of illegal drugs.

She will be back in court on July 22 when the Crown seeks forfeiture of her bail.

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$189,900

• Hardwood and bamboo floors.

• Large and bright updated kitchen and bathroom.

• Dining room with doors going onto the large deck.

• Large bedrooms.

• Many updates including electrical, plumbing and thermal windows.

• Lane access for RV parking. Large 66 x 125 private fully fenced yard with beautiful gardens.

CHARMING 4 BEDROOM CHARACTER HOME

MLS#388720

3825 KEEHA

$299,900

• This home has lots of windows letting in lots of natural light.

• Living room has a lovely gas fireplace. Separate dining room. Small deck off of kitchen.

• Master bedroom has a walk-in closet and a 3 piece ensuite with shower.

• Natural gas forced air furnace heating system.

• Large double garage w/ brand new overhead door.

• Unfinished area downstairs ideal for a workshop or extra storage.

• Yard is low maintenance and fenced.

3 BEDROOM RANCHER STYLE HOME

MLS#381646

5820 PIERCE RD.

$259,900

• 1.129 acre non - conforming property includes an up & down duplex.

• 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms on the top floor and 2 bedrooms & den, 1 1/2 bathrooms down and a separate 2 bed 1 bath 945 square foot rancher.

• Each unit on separate hydro meters. The current monthly income is $2150.

• Rural setting with city sewer & water, numerous fruit trees, outbuilding and tennis court.

ATTENTION INVESTORS

MLS #389933

MLS#381010

LOT 13 – 10237 SOUTH DR. $97,000

• Located in a quiet area by Sproat Lake.

• Build your dream home on this fantastic piece of property surrounded by nice homes.

• Walking distance to developed lake access for swimming.

• Don’t wait, this opportunity won’t last.

0.41 ACRE BUILDING LOT

3641 ANDERSON AVE.

$99,900

• Three bedroom home located centrally, within walking distance to shopping, schools & hospital.

• Newer vinyl windows and new roof.

• New hot water tank.

• Large living room with laminate floors.

• Lane access to backyard. Fenced yard.

• On bus route.

GREAT STARTER OR INVESTMENT PROPERTY

SOLD #204-5262 ARGYLE ST

$159,000

• Bright and clean newer 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo • Nice quiet building.

• Walking distance to shops, restaurants and the Harbour Quay.

• 7 appliances included in sale.

• In suite laundry.

AWESOME WATER VIEW CONDO

MLS #371867

MLS # 377677

3774 WALLACE

$189,900

• Spacious two bedroom rancher on large 75 x 124 lot.

• This home features crown moldings, a solid oak kitchen with new flooring.

• Large master bedroom with covered ceilings.

• Large & bright bathroom with a 2-sink vanity & new flooring.

• 200 amp service, new furnace, alarm system and in-ground sprinklers • Newer detached wired garage/shop and tool shed.

Quick possession is available.

RANCHER IN UPPER ECHO AREA

4488 BEALE ST.

$169,900

• Just reduced by $ 10,000.

• Separate entrances, separate meters.

• Two - 2 bedroom units. Separate laundry rooms.

• Located in quiet residential area near elementary school.

• Walking distance to shopping and coffee shops.

ATTENTION INVESTORS!

ML384000

4844 STRATHERN

$67,900

• Central Port Alberni location with some work this home would be a good starter home or a rental income producer.

• The property is close to shopping and has a good view of the inlet.

• 2 bedroom home with a good size kitchen and living room.

• Current long term tenant pays $700 per month.

LISTED UNDER ASSESSED VALUE

6184 DRINKWATER

$369,000

• Large 25x26 detached 2 bay shop/workshop. In addition, there is a barn & paddock for the horse lover.

• The home is spacious with large rooms. The living room has a large bay window and a custom built wood burning fireplace.

• The master bedroom has a door into the bathroom & its own deck.

• This home has 3 bathrooms, a large family room with a fireplace and another separate area ideal for rec room or a home office with separate entrance.

• Paved driveway. Backs onto a large acreage. Located on a quiet no through road close to the winery. Fabulous mountain views and parklike and private backyard.

4 BEDROOM COUNTRY HOME ON 1 ACRE

7001757

MLS#379428

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DAVE KOSZEGI REALTOR® Team Leader

Personal Real Estate Corp.

dave@daveteam.ca

Thursday, July 16, 2015 - Alberni Valley News

Did you know

JOHN CLARK john@daveteam.ca HOW ABOUT REALTOR®

?

You can search and view all MLS listing on our new websites: daveteam.ca and sproatlakehomes.com

A NEW HOME FOR 250-723-SOLD CHRISTMAS? LET THE DAVE TEAM WRAP IT UP FOR YOU!

Dave Team Feature listing!

BRAND NEW JULY LISTINGS!

LOT A BURDE STREET - $689,000 FUTURE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY!

16.35 acres of land next to popular Log Train Trail and across from the new Uplands Subdivision Breathtaking mountain views, walking trails and walking distance to all amenities

DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS ONE OF A KIND BUILDING OPPORTUNITY IN THE BEAUTIFUL ALBERNI VALLEY!

READY TO MOVE IN!

AFFORDABLE AND ADORABLE! 0 9,90 $17

0 9,90 $31

CHECK OUT THESE NEW LISTINGS, CALL TO BOOK A VIEWING TODAY! BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY! 0 9,00 1 8 $

daveteam.ca 3681 ARGYLE STREET

• 5 bed, 3 baths completely renovated home with in-law suite! So many stunning features that must be viewed to be appreciated!

PERFECT FAMILY HOME! 0 5,00 $33

GREAT LOCATION!

MOVE IN READY!

9 4,99 $21

0 9,00 $22

3743 MEARES DRIVE

IMMACULATE INSIDE & OUT!

0 9,90 6 1 $

3731 ARGYLE STREET

• 3 bed, 3 bath home, on a fully fenced, large lot and walking distance to schools. This property has plenty to offer, come check it out, you will not be disappointed!

0 0,00 9 3 $

FIRST TIME HOME BUYER?

• 3 bed, 2 baths, fully fenced with large backyard + patio area. • Beautifully renovated with new flooring, paint, stainless appliances and much more!

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! 0 9,90 6 1 $

6447 WITHERS ROAD

• 3 bed, 4 bath home, 2,616 sqft, open floor plan, large concrete deck • 12x30 and 10x30 detached shop, beautiful property it’s a must see!

RENOVATED RANCHER! 0 9,90 1 1 $

PERFECT FOR SMALL FAMILY!

0 9,90 1 1 $

• 2 bedroom, 1 bath manufactured home. • Centrally located, close to a golf course and shopping. • Enjoy the view of the mountains from your patio.

BEAUTIFUL HOME WITH ACREAGE! 0 9,90 6 4 $

4879 ATHOL STREET

BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM FEATURES! 0 9,00 $33

SPROAT LAKE OPPORTUNITY! 0 0,00 0 2 $

3084 11TH AVENUE

• This 2,756 sqft, 3 bed+ den, 4 bath home is filled with charm and is spacious for the whole family. • Includes 2 large shops, mountain views and is centrally located.

6604520

#101- 5170 ANGUS STREET

• Main level entry condo! 2 bed, 1 bath with an open concept floor plan. • Well maintained, move in ready and lots of storage space

3645 FOWLIE CRESCENT

4045 8TH AVENUE

FULLY SERVICED BUILDING LOT

BRAND NEW RANCHER!

Another House

✔ SOLD!

+GS

T

CUTE & AFFORDABLE! 9 9,99 $19

SL 3 SALAL ROAD

• 0.37 acre level lot, serviced with underground wiring, septic in place and includes one boat slip and waterfront access!

midislandhomes.com

2888 BELLSHILL ROAD

3638 16TH AVENUE

• Level lot ready to build. • Upper central Port location, close to shopping, restaurants, etc.

GREAT PRICE!

|

3769 HASLAM ROAD

• Immaculately kept, original owner, home is move in ready and in a great location. • This 2 bed, 2 bath home is on a large, well maintained lot that has so much to offer!

WATERFRONT HOME W/ AMAZING PRICE! 0 4,50 $62

3575 7TH AVENUE

• Fully renovated, move in ready , 2 bedroom 1 bath home.

• Open concept, very clean and well kept with 2 patios and private backyard.

5390 OTTER PLACE

• This private home has 2 bedrooms up with a bright living room, kitchen + eating nook. Downstairs is 2 Laundry rooms + 1 bedroom in-law suite newly renovated.

FIRST TIMER OR INVESTOR?

0 7,90 $14

5425 KITSUKSIS ROAD

• 4 bed 3 bath, large fenced garden area, mountain views on 0.97 of an acre, single garage + detached dbl garage.

INVESTOR’S ALERT!

0 9,90 $12

3247 9TH AVENUE

• 3 bedroom home +1 bedroom basement suite, updated kitchen + laminate flooring. • Fenced yard with single garage.

RIVER VIEWS & EXTRA LOT INCLUDED! 0 9,90 $18

by the Dave Team

• This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom newly renovated rancher features a new kitchen, bathroom and roof.

0 9,90 0 2 $

• 3 bed, 3 bath home is owner built and comes with 4.69 acres of subdividable city property. • Many wonderful custom features that need to be seen to be appreciated!

GARDENER’S PARADISE!

✔ SOLDe!am

• This 3 story immaculate home includes 5 beds, 4 baths, den plus • 2 bed + plus den home is perfect for the first timer or retiree. Updates include high end gas fireplace and newer in-law suite in the basement. New roof, heat pump & furnace. metal roof and drain tile.

Amazing views and location makes this home is a must see!

4939 ATHOL STREET

MOVE IN READY!

9458 LAKESHORE ROAD

• 3.80 acres, 166’ of water frontage, 3 beds, 2 bath completely renovated! Beautiful old growth trees, fruit tree orchard and so much more!

by the Dave T

Another House

• 5 bed, 2 baths including a self contained in-law suite downstairs. • Fenced yard, back deck with gazebo and has alley access. Located near all amenities.

0 9,90 4 2 $

Another House

2567 1ST AVENUE

MOVE IN READY!

2917 ALBERNI HWY #7

AFFORDABLE & ADORABLE! 0 9,00 2 1 $

,500 6 4 $

4499 LATHOM ROAD

8650 FABER ROAD

10132 KYUNIM ROAD

• 1.28 acres of private property on beautiful Sproat Lake. Country • 10 year old home in like new condition. 3 Bed, 2 Bath on 1.33 of an acre. Includes vaulted ceilings and hard wood style home with five bedrooms plus den, three bathrooms and floors, natural lighting with an open concept. plenty of space to entertain family and friends.

COMPLETELY RENOVATED ITALIAN STYLE ESTATE!

• 3 bed, 1 bath clean and cute rustic home. Amazing ocean and mountain views. • Detached workshop, state of the art heating system, close to all amenities.

,500 $27

HOUSE ON 0.81 OF AN ACRE!

3953 COMPTON ROAD

• North Port 3 bed 2 bath home, covered deck, fenced back yard • Workshop, fruit trees + garden area.

LARGE PROPERT Y AND SHOP SPACE

0 9,00 9 1 , $1

• 1 bed + den & 1 bath, fully fenced yard, single car garage, great neighborhood. Spacious open layout, perfect for a first time home buyer or retiree.

0 7,50 $13

4852 DAVID STREET

MODERN HOME IN PRIME SPROAT LAKE AREA! UNBELIEVABLE OPPORTUNITY ON SPROAT LAKE!

0 6,00 9 3 $

0 9,90 8 3 $

• 3 bed, 2 baths, bright and spacious, beautiful features inside and landscaped back yard. Woodworking and welding shop with tools that will be included in the sale.

www.albernivalleynews.com A15

We Live Here...

So Should You!

OF NANAIMO

Vicky Seredick REALTOR® vicky@daveteam.ca

Alberni Valley News - Thursday, July 16, 2015

✔ SOLDe!am

5270 TEBO AVENUE

• Located in North Port, 3 beds, 2 bath home with a double garage. • Mountain views from the patio and back yard.

PREMIERE UPLANDS NEIGHBOURHOOD! 0 9,80 2 4 $

4565 ARROWSMITH

• Side x side duplex 1 bedroom, 1bath on either side. • Great location! • Newer plumbing, electrical, roof and hot water tank & close to all amenities!

ECHO AREA FAMILY HOME 0 7,90 8 1 $

✔ SOLDe!am by the Dave T

3310 WATERFERN DRIVE

• Move in ready, 3 bedroom 2 bath manufactured home.

Centrally located, mountain views from covered patio and gardening area.

• 3 bed, 3 bath on a .22 acre lot backing onto a green belt.

Open concept kitchen, master bed features a private deck overlooking the forest

CLASSY FAMILY HOME!

PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS!

0 9,00 $28

HIGHLY DESIRED UPLANDS NEIGHBORHOOD!

Another House

by the Dave T

2917 ALBERNI HWY #1

5238 HEASLIP ROAD

• This 3 bedroom, 2 bath with lots of parking area + Great views! • Bonus is the extra lot separately titled which can be separated off and sold.

0 9,90 $37

NEW PRICE

4379 MORTON STREET

• bed, two bath home with in-law suite situated in a popular central location. Lots of parking space, low maintenance yard and alley access

3308 BURDE STREET

• 2100+ sqft with top quality finishing, double car garage & bonus room above. • Gas fireplace, bamboo & tile flooring with a luxurious master suite.

MOVE IN READY! 0 8,80 $17

10185 KLITSA DRIVE

• Sproat Lake waterfront property! Nestled in a private bay, 1700 sqft. • 2 bed, 2 bath home could be your own vacation getaway or year round residence.

sproatlakehomes.com

|

4175 RAVENHILL AVENUE

• 3 With elegance and style this 4 bed, 3 bath home has everything you need in a home! Beautifully landscaped, double garage, workshop and much more!

daveteam.ca

2126 RITA ROAD

• Enjoy breathtaking Alberni Inlet views from the dining room, and indoor garden. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. This unique home includes many new updates. View today!

3225 10TH AVENUE

• Large 92x125 corner lot. This 4 bed, 3 bath home offers a 1 bedroom in-law suite. 13x33 covered deck, large detached shop, close to shopping, lots of parking space!

Personal Real Estate Corporation

A14 www.albernivalleynews.com

DAVE KOSZEGI REALTOR® Team Leader

Personal Real Estate Corp.

dave@daveteam.ca

Thursday, July 16, 2015 - Alberni Valley News

Did you know

JOHN CLARK john@daveteam.ca HOW ABOUT REALTOR®

?

You can search and view all MLS listing on our new websites: daveteam.ca and sproatlakehomes.com

A NEW HOME FOR 250-723-SOLD CHRISTMAS? LET THE DAVE TEAM WRAP IT UP FOR YOU!

Dave Team Feature listing!

BRAND NEW JULY LISTINGS!

LOT A BURDE STREET - $689,000 FUTURE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY!

16.35 acres of land next to popular Log Train Trail and across from the new Uplands Subdivision Breathtaking mountain views, walking trails and walking distance to all amenities

DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS ONE OF A KIND BUILDING OPPORTUNITY IN THE BEAUTIFUL ALBERNI VALLEY!

READY TO MOVE IN!

AFFORDABLE AND ADORABLE! 0 9,90 $17

0 9,90 $31

CHECK OUT THESE NEW LISTINGS, CALL TO BOOK A VIEWING TODAY! BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY! 0 9,00 1 8 $

daveteam.ca 3681 ARGYLE STREET

• 5 bed, 3 baths completely renovated home with in-law suite! So many stunning features that must be viewed to be appreciated!

PERFECT FAMILY HOME! 0 5,00 $33

GREAT LOCATION!

MOVE IN READY!

9 4,99 $21

0 9,00 $22

3743 MEARES DRIVE

IMMACULATE INSIDE & OUT!

0 9,90 6 1 $

3731 ARGYLE STREET

• 3 bed, 3 bath home, on a fully fenced, large lot and walking distance to schools. This property has plenty to offer, come check it out, you will not be disappointed!

0 0,00 9 3 $

FIRST TIME HOME BUYER?

• 3 bed, 2 baths, fully fenced with large backyard + patio area. • Beautifully renovated with new flooring, paint, stainless appliances and much more!

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! 0 9,90 6 1 $

6447 WITHERS ROAD

• 3 bed, 4 bath home, 2,616 sqft, open floor plan, large concrete deck • 12x30 and 10x30 detached shop, beautiful property it’s a must see!

RENOVATED RANCHER! 0 9,90 1 1 $

PERFECT FOR SMALL FAMILY!

0 9,90 1 1 $

• 2 bedroom, 1 bath manufactured home. • Centrally located, close to a golf course and shopping. • Enjoy the view of the mountains from your patio.

BEAUTIFUL HOME WITH ACREAGE! 0 9,90 6 4 $

4879 ATHOL STREET

BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM FEATURES! 0 9,00 $33

SPROAT LAKE OPPORTUNITY! 0 0,00 0 2 $

3084 11TH AVENUE

• This 2,756 sqft, 3 bed+ den, 4 bath home is filled with charm and is spacious for the whole family. • Includes 2 large shops, mountain views and is centrally located.

6604520

#101- 5170 ANGUS STREET

• Main level entry condo! 2 bed, 1 bath with an open concept floor plan. • Well maintained, move in ready and lots of storage space

3645 FOWLIE CRESCENT

4045 8TH AVENUE

FULLY SERVICED BUILDING LOT

BRAND NEW RANCHER!

Another House

✔ SOLD!

+GS

T

CUTE & AFFORDABLE! 9 9,99 $19

SL 3 SALAL ROAD

• 0.37 acre level lot, serviced with underground wiring, septic in place and includes one boat slip and waterfront access!

midislandhomes.com

2888 BELLSHILL ROAD

3638 16TH AVENUE

• Level lot ready to build. • Upper central Port location, close to shopping, restaurants, etc.

GREAT PRICE!

|

3769 HASLAM ROAD

• Immaculately kept, original owner, home is move in ready and in a great location. • This 2 bed, 2 bath home is on a large, well maintained lot that has so much to offer!

WATERFRONT HOME W/ AMAZING PRICE! 0 4,50 $62

3575 7TH AVENUE

• Fully renovated, move in ready , 2 bedroom 1 bath home.

• Open concept, very clean and well kept with 2 patios and private backyard.

5390 OTTER PLACE

• This private home has 2 bedrooms up with a bright living room, kitchen + eating nook. Downstairs is 2 Laundry rooms + 1 bedroom in-law suite newly renovated.

FIRST TIMER OR INVESTOR?

0 7,90 $14

5425 KITSUKSIS ROAD

• 4 bed 3 bath, large fenced garden area, mountain views on 0.97 of an acre, single garage + detached dbl garage.

INVESTOR’S ALERT!

0 9,90 $12

3247 9TH AVENUE

• 3 bedroom home +1 bedroom basement suite, updated kitchen + laminate flooring. • Fenced yard with single garage.

RIVER VIEWS & EXTRA LOT INCLUDED! 0 9,90 $18

by the Dave Team

• This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom newly renovated rancher features a new kitchen, bathroom and roof.

0 9,90 0 2 $

• 3 bed, 3 bath home is owner built and comes with 4.69 acres of subdividable city property. • Many wonderful custom features that need to be seen to be appreciated!

GARDENER’S PARADISE!

✔ SOLDe!am

• This 3 story immaculate home includes 5 beds, 4 baths, den plus • 2 bed + plus den home is perfect for the first timer or retiree. Updates include high end gas fireplace and newer in-law suite in the basement. New roof, heat pump & furnace. metal roof and drain tile.

Amazing views and location makes this home is a must see!

4939 ATHOL STREET

MOVE IN READY!

9458 LAKESHORE ROAD

• 3.80 acres, 166’ of water frontage, 3 beds, 2 bath completely renovated! Beautiful old growth trees, fruit tree orchard and so much more!

by the Dave T

Another House

• 5 bed, 2 baths including a self contained in-law suite downstairs. • Fenced yard, back deck with gazebo and has alley access. Located near all amenities.

0 9,90 4 2 $

Another House

2567 1ST AVENUE

MOVE IN READY!

2917 ALBERNI HWY #7

AFFORDABLE & ADORABLE! 0 9,00 2 1 $

,500 6 4 $

4499 LATHOM ROAD

8650 FABER ROAD

10132 KYUNIM ROAD

• 1.28 acres of private property on beautiful Sproat Lake. Country • 10 year old home in like new condition. 3 Bed, 2 Bath on 1.33 of an acre. Includes vaulted ceilings and hard wood style home with five bedrooms plus den, three bathrooms and floors, natural lighting with an open concept. plenty of space to entertain family and friends.

COMPLETELY RENOVATED ITALIAN STYLE ESTATE!

• 3 bed, 1 bath clean and cute rustic home. Amazing ocean and mountain views. • Detached workshop, state of the art heating system, close to all amenities.

,500 $27

HOUSE ON 0.81 OF AN ACRE!

3953 COMPTON ROAD

• North Port 3 bed 2 bath home, covered deck, fenced back yard • Workshop, fruit trees + garden area.

LARGE PROPERT Y AND SHOP SPACE

0 9,00 9 1 , $1

• 1 bed + den & 1 bath, fully fenced yard, single car garage, great neighborhood. Spacious open layout, perfect for a first time home buyer or retiree.

0 7,50 $13

4852 DAVID STREET

MODERN HOME IN PRIME SPROAT LAKE AREA! UNBELIEVABLE OPPORTUNITY ON SPROAT LAKE!

0 6,00 9 3 $

0 9,90 8 3 $

• 3 bed, 2 baths, bright and spacious, beautiful features inside and landscaped back yard. Woodworking and welding shop with tools that will be included in the sale.

www.albernivalleynews.com A15

We Live Here...

So Should You!

OF NANAIMO

Vicky Seredick REALTOR® vicky@daveteam.ca

Alberni Valley News - Thursday, July 16, 2015

✔ SOLDe!am

5270 TEBO AVENUE

• Located in North Port, 3 beds, 2 bath home with a double garage. • Mountain views from the patio and back yard.

PREMIERE UPLANDS NEIGHBOURHOOD! 0 9,80 2 4 $

4565 ARROWSMITH

• Side x side duplex 1 bedroom, 1bath on either side. • Great location! • Newer plumbing, electrical, roof and hot water tank & close to all amenities!

ECHO AREA FAMILY HOME 0 7,90 8 1 $

✔ SOLDe!am by the Dave T

3310 WATERFERN DRIVE

• Move in ready, 3 bedroom 2 bath manufactured home.

Centrally located, mountain views from covered patio and gardening area.

• 3 bed, 3 bath on a .22 acre lot backing onto a green belt.

Open concept kitchen, master bed features a private deck overlooking the forest

CLASSY FAMILY HOME!

PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS!

0 9,00 $28

HIGHLY DESIRED UPLANDS NEIGHBORHOOD!

Another House

by the Dave T

2917 ALBERNI HWY #1

5238 HEASLIP ROAD

• This 3 bedroom, 2 bath with lots of parking area + Great views! • Bonus is the extra lot separately titled which can be separated off and sold.

0 9,90 $37

NEW PRICE

4379 MORTON STREET

• bed, two bath home with in-law suite situated in a popular central location. Lots of parking space, low maintenance yard and alley access

3308 BURDE STREET

• 2100+ sqft with top quality finishing, double car garage & bonus room above. • Gas fireplace, bamboo & tile flooring with a luxurious master suite.

MOVE IN READY! 0 8,80 $17

10185 KLITSA DRIVE

• Sproat Lake waterfront property! Nestled in a private bay, 1700 sqft. • 2 bed, 2 bath home could be your own vacation getaway or year round residence.

sproatlakehomes.com

|

4175 RAVENHILL AVENUE

• 3 With elegance and style this 4 bed, 3 bath home has everything you need in a home! Beautifully landscaped, double garage, workshop and much more!

daveteam.ca

2126 RITA ROAD

• Enjoy breathtaking Alberni Inlet views from the dining room, and indoor garden. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. This unique home includes many new updates. View today!

3225 10TH AVENUE

• Large 92x125 corner lot. This 4 bed, 3 bath home offers a 1 bedroom in-law suite. 13x33 covered deck, large detached shop, close to shopping, lots of parking space!

Personal Real Estate Corporation

A16 www.albernivalleynews.com

Thursday, July 16, 2015 - Alberni Valley News “We make a living by what we get...

We make a life by what we give”

ldobosz@remax.net 3181 6th Avenue Grace unlicensed assistant

Lance

It’s a HOT market,

- Winston Churchill Helping You Is What We Do!

www.portalbernirealtor.ca

#1-4505 Victoria Quay | Port Alberni BC V9Y 6G3

listings are SELLING fast!

$219,000

OPEN HOUSE: SATURDAY JULY 18TH, 12PM-1PM

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4135 Morton Street

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- Renovated 3 bed plus den 2.5 bath home - Beautifully landscaped private yard - Newer metal roof, new thermal windows - Single garage with alley access - Greenhouse, garden shed, workshop

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SOLD! • 2bedroom plus den • New heat pump with a/c • Detached garage with ATV parking

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4805 Johnston

• Corner retail/office space • Best location on the block • Great tenant

I will be participating in the Ride to Conquer Cancer in August of this year.

List your property with me and I will donate $500 of my commission from the sale to this great cause!

4701 North Park dr

• 5 bedroom • 4 baths • Character home • Over 4000 sqft.

One quick turn... and itʼs all over for this dog!

NEW LISTINGS $69

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#30 4935 Broughton Rd

• 2 bed 2 bath double wide • Best kept park in Alberni • Well maintained home with • Heat pump& shop

$24

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4441 Bute Street • Completely redone spacious 3 bedroom home • Gardener’s paradise • Gourmet kitchen - MUST SEE

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Dogs are easily jolted out of open pick-ups and often suffer crippling injuries or death. Use a protective kennel secured to the truck bed, or better yet, let your best friend ride safely in the cab.

OPEN HOUSE: Sat. July 18 12pm - 1:30PM 2816 3rd Avenue

• Imaculate home with extra tall ceilings, very

private yard with unique storage shed. Alley access with tons of parking. Finished with style. 3 bed, 1 bath home.

FEATURED PROPERTIES $16

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$75

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YOUR LISTING HERE

• 4 bed, 1 bath • Walk to shops parks and schools

• Legal side by side duplex • Great income property • Good tenants • Separate meters

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3578 10th

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4834 Lathom Rd

www.spca.bc.ca

Amanda Douglas One quick turn...and itʼs 720-1930 over for this dog!

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1-4505 Victoria Quay 250-723-5478

YOUR PORT ALBERNI REALTOR

Cell: 250-

email: AmandaDouglasPA@gmail.com homesportalberni.com

Lot 23 & 25 Margot Rd.

• 2 separately titled, level, duplex lots • Quiet no thru road in Cherry Creek.

$25

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Video tour available 3219 6th Ave.

• Priced well below assessment for quick sale • 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths. 2 separate suites, fenced yard • Garage and alley access • Income of over 2000 per mo.

$15

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10024 Falcon Road

• 5+ acres in Beaver Creek • Drilled well, new septic system • Ready for your dreams.

Deal Pending

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• Cabin and 5.9 acres waterfront • Close to bamfield • Western Exposure • Easy to view

$19

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Lot 18 Helby Island

• Breathtaking 5.24 acres • 2 cabins with metal roofs • Your very own parcel of the Deer Group of Islands across from Bamfield

$29

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• Private lot in the heart of the Barkley Sound • Your very own parcel of the Deer Group of Islands across from Bamfield

• Large deck

00 9,0

SOLD! 4815 Johnston st

• 1000 sq foot building • Office/retail zoning • Please call for easy showing

Business Opportunity • Renovated and ready for drive-in restaurant business.

• Currently leased to successful business • Great holding property for your portfolio

• Perfect B&B potential • Build in 2008 • Vaulted ceilings • Call Lance for more details.

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The Alberni Valley Blazers U19 Girls Fastpitch team are the 2015 Softball BC Provincial Champions after besting Peninsula Thunder 7–1 in the gold medal game in Westbank.

After losing their first of four round robin games in the 16-team tournament 5–4 to Abbotsford in extra innings, the Blazers were off to a tough start. They regrouped and came back later Friday afternoon with vengeance against Sicamous, beating them 11-4.

On Saturday morning, the Alberni girls beat south Island rivals Sooke 11-5 before facing the host team West Kelowna in what proved to be a tough game. The blazers came out on top in the extreme heat with a 5-3 victory and a 3-1 record in round robin play.

Being seeded fourth out of the 16 at the BC’s they were to face fifth-seed Sooke Slammers again.

The Blazers wasted no time and defeated Sooke 7-0 in five innings to end the evening with three wins that day.

Up early on Sunday, the Blazers returned to the ball diamond at 8 a.m. to face first-place Richmond Panthers for the chance to advance to the medal round. With strong bats

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and great defense, the Blazers won 9-1.

With only a one-game break the Blazers were back on the diamond at noon to face the No. 2 seed, Peninsula Thunder in the semi-final winners bracket, which they lost 8–5. Being a double knockout format, the Blazers were given a second life.

With temperatures almost unbearable, the Blazers went on to face hometown West Kelowna at 2 p.m. nd left no doubt they were headed back to the final game with a convincing 10-2 victory in front of a packed house at

the Westbank First Nations Pine Stadium.

In the final game of the afternoon, the Blazers got a chance at redemption against the South Island Peninsula Thunder. It was a solid effort by each and every one of the 11 girls who made the journey to this championship and at the bottom of the seventh inning, the Blazers had recorded a 7 -1 victory and claimed the gold medals.

Blazers coach Shannon Charlesworth said she was “extremely impressed” with the play of the girls as it was exhausting in the Okanagan heat and hard to breathe due to smoke

from nearby fires.

“This is a busy age and to see these girls still playing fastpitch and making the commitment to particpate in sport is terrific,” Charlesworth said. “Our community is very proud.”

Second gold for Blazers at BCs

Blazers took a second gold medal for Fastest Team at the Softball BC Provincial Championships.

The SBBC Championships hosted a skills and drills event where four of the Alberni Valley Blazers ran the four-person base relay in 52.17 seconds.

Alberni Valley Bulldogs hockey fans might soon be able to have a cold one in the stands following council’s decision to licence the Weyerhaeuser Arena stands.

“We currently have a licence for the [Multiplex] but it’s specific to the upper lounge,” said director of parks, recreation and heritage Scott Kenny.

Kenny added that the exclusiveness of the licence was done on purpose and that he and his staff first wanted to see how it would go before moving ahead with a more expanded licence.

As the current upper lounge liquor service has gone well, Kenny said, they’ve received requests to expand it to the stands.

“Steve Bilodeau, manager of the Multiplex facility, did speak to his counterpart in Cowichan and other facilities,” said Kenny, adding that Cowichan has had a positive experience.

“Maybe five per cent of people actually take

anything into the stands,” he added.

While Coun. Denis Sauve expressed concerns regarding the lack of police consultation, Kenny said the choice has to be made now as the current liquor licence expires at the end of July.

“Because our licence expires at the end of this month it’s important for us to make an adjustment now if you want to proceed with that,” said Kenny. He added that security has been taken into account. “We would actually have the team up their security level for their games,” said Kenny.

Having a liquor licence for the Weyerhaeuser Arena stands doesn’t mean that alcohol has to be served, Kenny said, adding that liquor service will only happen during Bulldogs’ games and only if no problems arise.

“The group in there is very well behaved,” said Coun. Ron Paulson. “I can speak from personal experience after being on site for basically every game for 10 years with very few problems.” reporter@albernivalleynews.com

Giovetti wins tourney gross Jani Denis heats up ladies’ play GERRY FAGAN Alberni Golf

Sunday was another great day on the Alberni Golf Course for men’s club participants, with occasional light showers to freshen thinks up a bit.

There was a good turnout for the Port Boat House Blue White & Red tournament.

Winning the gross side with a 75 was Jacques Giovetti, followed by Sam

Parhar, Colin Hamilton, Preben Rasmussen, Cory Neilson, Mike Savard, Jim Rhodes, Vito Caldarulo and Glen Trask.

Leading the way on the net side was Ron Barker with a 64, followed by George DeFrane, Terry Rai, Cliff O’laney, Kevin Carlton, Mark Anderson, Paul Saulnier, Masami Hirayama and Don McGowan.

Closest to the pin winners were on No. 2, Terry Rai, on No. 4, Jim Rhodes, No. 13, Terry Rai again, and on No. 17, Mark

Anderson. The charity closest to the pin on No. 7 was won by Ken Fong, who pocketed $42.

Glen Trask had the only birdie on No. 4 taking home $94. All other par 3’s were halved.

Many thanks to our sponsors for the day Port Boat House, Smitty’s Resaurant, Buy-Low Foods and Westwind Pub. Next week is an open day with the usual closest to the pins and money pots up for grabs. Please register in the Pro Shop in your own group for 7 a.m.

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Jani Denis won the low gross honours in the ladies’ golf nine-hole division at Alberni Golf Course on Tuesday (July 14).

Kath Stolth won low net and Doreen Grant had the lowest putts of the day.

In the high handicap group, Lauretta HoldenDyer won low gross, Lorraine Wilson won low

net and there was a tie for the lowest putts between Betty Adair and HoldenDyer.

Jani Denis had a birdie on No. 2. Pars were had

by Kelly Gauthier on No. 2, Holden-Dyer No. 2, Adair No. 3, Wilson No. 3, Marta Williamson on No. 4, Marie Swain No. 4, Doreen Grant No.’s 4 and 8, Claudia Romaniuk No. 8, and Jani Denis on No.’s 4 and 8.

In the 18-hole division, Carol Bouchard won low gross while Barb Sheare won low net with 72. Gayle Rhodes held the challenge

pin, but not for long: Pat Nicklin challenged her and was victorious. Marie Randall will challenge Nicklin next week.

Closest to the pin challenge winners were Gwyn Bowen on No. 6 and Leona Fowler on No. 15.

Zone 6 four-ball tryouts will be next Tuesday; if you want to try out for it, call Carol Bouchard.

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Originally from small-town Saskatchewan, the classicallytrained pianist was raised by a church organist mother and auctioneer father. He swears he was born

classical piano studies but I never actually thought there were other people besides the ones on the radio singing and writing songs,” he said.

“It was amazing.”

Straker used open mic nights to test his material—and still does. He tries new material out on live audiences during his performances too.

He says his latest CD, North Star Falling, is a departure from what he usually writes.

“It’s certainly an evolution,” he said.

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Belles ready more fashions The Centennial Belles are set to present another fabulous historical fashion show; highlighting wedding fashions through the centuries. This exquisite fashion show will take place on the terrace at the Rollin Art Centre on Sunday, Aug. 9.

Proceeds from this fashion show will help benefit the Rollin Art Centre’s many programs that have just recently been cut by the government.

Tickets will be $20 and include refreshments.

More info to follow.

Tea raises Rollin funds

The Rollin Art Centre is lucky to have a great musical line up this year to

help our summer Teas on the Terrace fundraiser. Yes, you read right, when you purchase your tickets you are also helping to raise funds for the Rollin Art Centre.

This is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon, while helping to raise much needed funds for the Rollin Art Centre; listening to music, catching up with friends and experiencing the Rollin Art Centre’s “high tea” under the canopy of trees.

This year’s delicious treats are created by Harvest Thyme Fine Foods. Tickets are on sale at the Rollin Art Centre, so don’t miss out, as seating is limited, and sellouts are already happening.

Tickets are $12 seniors/students, $15 adults and $10 for children under 12.

Teas begin at 1 p.m. and run until 3 p.m.

Still room in kids’ programs

The Rollin Art Centre invites children aged 7-12 to participate in our summer art programs; camps run every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 12:30– 3:30 p.m., and features a new theme each week.

Check out the full summer line up on our Facebook page; http:// www.facebook.com/ rollinartcentre.

Weekly camps are only $40, there is still room.

Rollin garden needs TLC

If you are an avid gardener and would like to help beautify our community gardens, then stop by the Rollin Art Centre and volunteer.

We are currently

looking for help in our gardens. We need volunteers to help weed, rake, transplant and perform general garden duties. If you can volunteer a few hours every week or every month, please contact us at 205724-3412 or stop by to talk with us about what needs to be done in the gardens. Your support is greatly needed.

The Rollin Art Centre is located at the corner of Argyle Street and Eighth Avenue.

The venue is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wheelchair accessible. For more info, please call 250724-3412.

Melissa Martin is the arts administrator for the Community Arts Council, at the Rollin Art Centre.

Parsanishi a finalist Dave Parsanishi of Port Alberni has been named a finalist in the inaugural Salt Spring National Art Prize.

Parsanishi will now contend for $25,000 in prize money and have an opportunity to elevate their careers by gleaning exposure and valuable industry

recognition.

“For our first Finalist Exhibition we are extremely pleased with the number and quality of work submitted by artists from across the country,” said SSNAP founding director Ronald T. Crawford.

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other finalists were shortlisted from more than 1,300 submissions from more than 800 artists.

Parsanishi’s distinctive driftwood art and wooden slugs can be seen at Blue Fish Gallery on Second Avenue in Port Alberni.

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Singer searches for sound when recording Straker decided it was best to let it go, and began creating new material on a 104-year-old Heintzman upright piano that was gifted to him last year.

“When I write the songs I’ll write them at the piano, so it’s me, my piano and my songs,” he explains.

Then he searches for a producer “who surrounds my piano with something. I strategically pick these people.”

The differences in production techniques lend themselves to creating a new sound for each disc.

Straker purposefully chose producer Dean Drouillard for this latest project.

North Star Falling features electric guitars, horns, strings, acoustic guitar and banjo coupled with Straker’s piano.

“I kind of knew

what he sounds like.

I wondered what he plus me would sound like,” says Straker.

“He’s brought a certain maturity to the sound. Dean did bring a signature sound to it.”

Music critics liken Straker to Randy Newman, Billy Joel in his early years or even Elton John long before he became Sir. This latest disc is a more mellow mix than live audiences typically see, leaning toward ballads.

“Straker covers a wide swath of musical territory on this new disc, keeping us wondering where we might go next, while never losing sight of the importance of a finely crafted tune,” said CBC Radio’s Mark Rheaume.

Listeners can expect Straker to throw in some new material along with established songs at Char’s.

“My live show is a real mix of up tempo songs and more mellow ballads,” he said.

Tickets for Straker’s

performance are available at Char’s Landing on Argyle Street or by calling 250-730-1636. editor@albernivalleynews.com

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Fast boats, fun on water at regatta This weekend, Sproat Lake will be in the spotlight again— but this time not because of a fire or historic Martin Mars flights.

The annual Sproat Lake Regatta runs July 18–19 at the lake and kicks off with a boat show n’ shine Friday at Pacific Chevrolet from 4–9 p.m.

So many events make up the regatta, says organizer Stan Kujala, from the smallest humanpowered water craft to a 200-mile-an-hour drag boat.

“We’ve got three Formula 1 boats coming. They’re closed-cockpit boats that...race in a circle. They can reach speeds of 100 miles per hour. They are just exhibition boats—they’ll be racing against each other,” Kujala said.

Mike McLellan will be back with his F1 “tunnel” boat; he competes on the US Prop Formula 1 tour.

Another regatta feature will be a top fuel hydro race boat that Mo Davidson from the Lower Mainland races.

“It’s capable of speeds up to 200 mph,” Kujala said.

“It’s a drag boat so it will run on the same course we’re racing on but...will race by itself.”

The boats will be at the show n’ shine as well as in the pits at Sproat Lake Provincial

Park on the weekend.

The drag boat events kick off Saturday at 9 a.m. with a test and tune; bathtubbers will race both day and there are many more events. Starting time is approximately the same for Sunday.

How to watch the water events Races can be seen from the beach at the provincial park.

Boaters are welcome to watch from the

lake, however, this year there will be a boom preventing them from straying onto the race course.

“The reason for the boom is to try and keep rough water to a minimum,” Kujala said.

Boaters are asked to approach the boom at trolling speed and to keep wake to a minimum as many of the drag boats are sensitive. editor@albernivalleynews.com

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