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Guests on ‘our land’ Treaty talks still haven’t settled any big issues JOHN HARDING

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The Agreement in Principle signed by local First Nations with the provincial and federal governments “is not worth the paper it’s written on” because big issues have not been settled, Nanoose First Nation Chief David Bob told the Regional District of Nanaimo’s board of directors Tuesday night. Bob’s Snaw-Naw-As nation is one of five that signed the Te’mexw treaty agreement in principle. Bob told the board it’s his hope a final agreement can be worked out in the next five years, but he didn’t sound confident and he said his people are in a holding pattern in terms of economic growth while they wait for a final deal to be reached. “We’re in a position where we really can’t do anything until we settle the treaty,” said the chief. “We are still sitting here waiting, wondering what’s going to happen.” As he has in the past, Bob used clear language to explain his people’s views on the land that stretches from French Creek to Piper’s Lagoon in Nanaimo to Arrowsmith Mountain. “You’re on Snaw-Naw-As land, our traditional territory and you are guests in our home,” he said. “We are taught to treat our guests with respect, not to turn them away.” Bob’s language seems to suggest it’s conceivable that some homeowners in this region could find themselves no longer governed and taxed by the regional district, City of Parskville or Town of Qualicum Beach. “We can be friends or we can put the gloves on,” said the chief. “We’re used to fighting for everything we get. One hundred years of waiting, being patient, shows we’re not going anywhere.” See CHIEF FIGHTING, page A8

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Enrolment up at schools Numbers show about 100 more students J.R. RARDON reporter@pqbnews.com

Driven in part by an unanticipated influx of families from Alberta and the Lower Mainland, enrolment in School District 69 has jumped by more than 100 students over a year ago, superintendent Rollie Koop told the SD69 Board of Trustees during their regular meeting Tuesday in Parksville.

“The message we’re hearing is that we’re seeing an influx of families from both Alberta and from the lower mainland into our community, which is good news,” said Koop. “The stability and growth is at the elementary level; it’s really a bright picture. We’re up over last year, and we’re up over the projections we made, which were quite conservative.” The enrolment numbers were taken from the district’s count at the end of September, which is used to apply for

block grant funding from the Ministry of Education. It showed an increase of 77 full-time equivalent (FTE) students, the figure used for funding calculations, over September 2014. The actual head count, not including learners in the Distributed Learning program, was up 101 students. Koop said he has spoken to his counterparts in other Vancouver Island school districts and has heard the same tale of incoming families from the east. See INCREASE, page A8

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The Qualicum Beach Airport’s early morning noises will not change soon, according to the new Noise Abatement Procedure (NAP) presented to council Oct. 26. Bob Weir, town director of engineering and airport manager, told council that they were in the middle of finalizing it after two years work with Transport Canada when a delegation presented a petition Sept. 14, asking for noise reduction. “The delegation appearing before council that night could not have been aware of the new procedure,” Weir told council, reading from his report. He explained that the airport opened in 1954, 31 years before the Chartwell subdivision was built next door in what was then Regional District of Nanaimo jurisdiction. “Although the potential conflict between these two land uses was inevitable,” Weir said, “the development of Chartwell adjacent to the airport was outside the jurisdiction of the Town of Qualicum Beach.” The subdivision was amalgamated into the town at resident’s request in 2004. “I don’t think we should jump to try to restrict things based on residents who moved in knowing of the existence of the airport,” he said. Coun. Barry Avis said that while people often point that out, residents respond that, “yes, but the airport had some rules and regulations at that time.” The petition called on the town to restrict noise until after 7 a.m., but the new NAP restricts flights to 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Weir said the 6 a.m. time was chosen several years ago, “at the request of the operators and a lot of customers trying to make business connections.”

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With a grand opening for the new Qualicum Beach fire hall on Nov. 7, energy is turning to what to do with the old hall downtown. The new hall has been recognized far and wide for its environmentally friendly components — with director of planning Luke Sales suggesting it could be the most efficient fire hall in the world — projected to reduce greenhouse gasses by 72 per cent. The project received another award at Monday night’s council meeting, with a presentation from the provincial non-profit Community Energy Association. Environment Minister Mary Polak had presented town representatives with an honourable mention in the CEA’s corporate operation’s category at the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention in September. In the meantime, momentum is building to repurpose the old hall. Sales presented council with the phase one recommendations from the nine month public consultation process at their Oct. 26 meeting. He said a total of 194 people provided feedback through various forums including a new approach using many smaller meetings with any group who wanted to be involved. The report provided four guiding principles,

of which council got caught on the first: “That Harlech Road fire hall building should be removed.” “The building does not meet building code requirements for health and safety, and changing the use of the building would trigger the need for upgrades,” states the report, estimating that would include $40,000 to deal with asbestos and $800,000 for seismic upgrades. Councillors suggested that since another item on the agenda was to put out a call for people interested in using the building, it would be premature to plan its demolition. Sales said they don’t have to decide when to demolish, or that it has to be soon, but that it would be prudent to keep that in the planning and budget process for whenever it happens. The other guiding principles are that the future land use should be a combination of residential, commercial and green space, that a portion of Harlech Road be closed to through traffic and that opportunities to improve bike and pedestrian traffic be explored. Council debated the details, but settled on sending out the request for expressions of interest to identify the range of possible uses. Meanwhile check out the new hall at 130 Rupert Road near the roundabout on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 1-4 p.m.

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If you’re willing to share your two cents’ worth, Dan Ross is willing to pay you a dollar for it. Ross, a 28-year-old Qualicum Beach writer and publisher, is planning to publish a book titled The One Dollar Consult. In it, he intends to share the accumulated life advice of residents throughout Canada, and is willing to pay for the privilege. Ross launched his project last week in his hometown, strolling the downtown streets and offering incredulous pedestrians a dollar for their best piece of advice. “I think they’re taken aback a little,” Ross said of his random sidewalk subjects. “Most of the time people come up to you on the street, they’re asking for money.” During several laps of one block Thursday, Ross received a range of reactions, from those who thought it was a unique idea and wished him luck to others who thought the concept was, well, loony. “One of the main reasons I’m doing this is because I’ve been isolating myself since about the time I turned 20,” said Ross, who grew up in Surrey and who lived for a time in Montreal before moving to Qualicum Beach three years ago. “I thought this would be a good way of I think they’re taken aback getting out and talking to people again, a little. Most of the time people come up to you on meeting strangers, the street, they’re asking for and learning that it’s OK to be rejectmoney. ed sometimes.” Dan Ross The idea, Ross said, came to him one night as he was about to fall asleep. “I thought about it, then I fell asleep,” he said. “A few days later I remembered it and talked to a friend who said I should go for it. Then I created the website.” Ross’s blog, www.theonedollarconsult.com, contains contact information, background on his project and links to both his Twitter feed — where people may contribute their advice online — and to his Kickstarter campaign, an online, crowdfunding platform through which he

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daniel ross jots down life advice comments from a busker last Thursday in downtown Qualicum Beach. ross was strolling the streets and paying a dollar for each contribution to his planned book, The One Dollar Consult.

hopes to finance a cross-country bus trip beginning in January. For now, he is funding his $1 advice payouts from his own pocket, but he admits the financial stakes will go up when he hits the road for what will be a two- or three-month winter excursion across Canada. “If the Kickstarter succeeds, it’ll be no problem,” Ross said. “If it doesn’t, I’ll probably have to put the trip on my credit card. Either way, I think it’ll be worth it. I haven’t travelled much; it will be a great way to see the country and meet the people.” Ross put one of his first pieces of advice to practical use after his initial attempt at street solicitation bombed spectacularly Oct. 17. “It was a total failure,” he said. “The first time I tried this I wasn’t dressed very nice. I bought some clothes because that’s what my dad told me I should do.” Other lessons presented them-

selves early in the project. While some friends suggested he should set up a table and let people come to him, Ross realized that would be impractical on his road trip and chose to test the street solicitation approach before leaving home. He also rejected his original idea to ask people for two minutes of their time, in favour of the quick hitting, “Excuse me, can I pay you a dollar for your favourite piece of life advice?” And he found that soliciting on a rainy day netted few willing subjects. “When it’s raining, people are pretty dead-set on getting where they’re going,” he said. Dressed in khaki slacks and a collared shirt with a pullover sweater, his reddish beard neatly trimmed, Ross had better luck on an idyllic autumn afternoon last Thursday. As red and orange maple leaves tumbled from an azure sky, he strolled the sidewalk, asking individuals if he

could pay them for their advice. “Never get married,” Jon Hyslop of Qualicum Beach said with a laugh. As Ross flipped open a thin binder and began writing, Hyslop reconsidered. “That’s not very good,” he said. “How about, don’t take life too seriously. You only get one kick at the can; make it a good kick.” Several people offered Ross oneliners in a similar vein, then pocketed the loonie he handed over. Others shared their advice and waved away the dollar, which Ross said he would donate to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA). It would be nice, Ross said, if the finished book recoups his costs. And even better if it turned a bit of profit. But The One Dollar Consult really isn’t about the money. “I’m an artist, so I can get by on very little.”

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much as 20 feet of backfill, in very close proximity to a buried telephone cable, in a fish bearing waterway. A “fisheries environmental consultant” removed 75 coho fry and 20 cutthroat from the area at the start of work and Weir showed pictures of the completed work with a natural looking streambed emerging from the new culvert. A contractor drove four huge steel piles into the bank to stabilize it and added a solid rock bed under the new culvert. Weir had initially guessed the work would cost $50,000 to $70,000 but said that was a very preliminary estimate. The work ended up costing $114,800, including $88,600 to the main contractor and $12,500 in engineering costs. We Have Happy Advertisers! Contact me today.

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enrolment is up 74 students, with Arrowview Elementary picking up a net gain of 69. That was offset by a decline of 26 students at Qualicum Beach Elementary and a net drop of 36 students at Oceanside Elementary — which actually saw enrolment in its immersion program increase by 18 students. The increase at the secondary level is a modest seven students, though the numbers in the International Student Program are back to 2013 levels after dropping off by about 20 a year ago, when the school year began under the cloud of job action. “Our ISP numbers are up by about 26 over last year, but that’s not an indicator of a growth trend,” Koop told trustees. “If you go back two years, our numbers at this time would have been about the same. Last year was an anomaly because of the job action. You have to look at this

year not as growth, but as a rebound. Errington Elementary, which saw a jump from 281 students in 2014 to 319 last month, is the only school at full capacity under ministry guidelines, Koop said. But the building itself does have additional space if needed, he added. “The rated capacity is 319 students, but if you go out and look at the room we have for classes, that tells you we could put 340-some kids in that building,” Koop said. “That particular school is at 100 per cent rated capacity, but there’s room to add.” The year-over-year enrolment increase will not result in more grant money for the district, which was under the Ministry of Education’s Funding Protection. That protection ensures districts in long-term decline never receive less than 98.5 per cent of the grant they received the previous year.

the agreement in principle (AIP). Any land provisions in the AIP are “as far as we’re concerned, inadequate.” The chief said the five nations that are part of this AIP still consider themselves “Douglas Treaty bands,” a reference to a deal signed between First Nations and the British governor of Vancouver Island in the mid 1800s before Confederation.

RDN board members thanked Bob for his presentation but refrained from comment or questions about specific land or other treaty issues. The chief ended his presentation with this: “I wish I had some fun words for you, that everything was hunky-dory, but it ain’t.” See Tuesday’s edition of The NEWS for more from the RDN’s board meeting.

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Bob said his nation has lost many elders who wanted to be around to see a resolution to the treaty and he spoke of his motivation in the fight for a treaty settlement — his three great grandchildren. “They are the reason I’m fighting.” Bob said land, fishing and hunting concerns have not been discussed in detail during the development of

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DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION PROCESS UNDER FIRE IN QUALICUM

Proponents perplexed

to go through the process they’re free to do that ‘Frankly, I’m bewildered as well,” he said. “For us to make this motion at what’s going on’ gives this almost pre-approval, which makes a mockery of any process that comes after,” he AUREN RUVINSKY said, calling it “an abuse of process.” writer@pqbnews.com Horner continued that in his 25 years coverQualicum Beach’s development process isn’t ing councils as a reporter, “I’ve never seen any working, according to at least one councillor and developer ask council to ask them to make a developer. submission — you make a submission or you “There is no question that the don’t and you let the chips fall where community needs to take a look at its they may.” development approval process and I “Frankly I’m bewildered by what’s think council will be the first ones to going on,” Morrison said by phone acknowledge that. I would have some the next day. He wasn’t at the meetconstructive comments as well,” said ing, but heard a full report from a repGary Morrison after council decided resentative. My sense is that staff was not to ask his company, Livewell Cotrying to do the right thing and behousing, to proceed through the apcause of all the prior pushback… staff plication process. wanted to make sure council was on LUKE SALES “Council is being asked to provide side with this updated application.” preliminary advice as to whether or “Now that appears to have been not (Livewell) should proceed through the stan- perceived by council as being an unnecessary dard application process,” Director of Planning extra step instigated by Livewell. Delegations Luke Sales said of a motion on the Oct. 26 agen- are supposed to be opportunities for free flow of da stating: “That council directs the proponent information back and forth where council gives for the Alder Crossing development to proceed the applicant guidance and we share our views,” through the formal application review process.” he said. But what Qualicum Beach has done is The Alder Crossing proposal would see 29 used the delegation process and committee of single-family homes built in a the whole… as part of the apThe applicant must not corner of a 20-acre rural-resiproval process. It is not.” be listening to what we’ve dential property at Laburnum “I’ve always assumed I could been saying for eight and Claymore roads, without a go away, take their advice, months now previously proposed cohousing update the plan and return. COUN. BARRY AVIS component, touted by MorriCouncil has, I think, assumed son as “the most environmenthat advice by the committee of tally sustainable project in the mid-Island, pos- the whole was somehow binding council resolusibly all of Vancouver Island.” tions and that’s where we’re on different waveSales later explained to The NEWS that, while lengths, that’s why council feels quite fatigued.” not a standard part of the process, it was “not Morrison said he’s used to the formal first inappropriate.” The intent on staff’s part was to reading at a regular council meeting being the find out if there was any interest or if the propo- do or die moment, so he’s been pushing to get to nent should stop. that stage and get a public airing. “The applicant must not be listening to what “But it looks like this project is essentially bewe’ve been saying for eight months now,” said ing killed in the pre-application meetings.” Coun. Barry Avis of what he called the proposal’s “Do it or don’t — we’re not going to ask you, eighth appearance. While it was never encour- perhaps we should beg you,” Horner said. aged, it has also never reached as far as a formal Coun. Bill Luchtmeijer suggested a friendly rejection. amendment to include the wording that the ap“I was shocked it was even on our agenda plication proceed “without prejudice,” but that and surprised quite honestly that staff had put was voted down. it there… I thought the message had been very Council, except Luchtmeijer, eventually votclear,” Avis said. ed not to ask Livewell back, but that doesn’t “I think it’s entirely inappropriate for us to preclude them from trying. make this motion,” said Coun. Neil Horner, who like Avis had been vocally opposed. Read the full story online at “If the proponent wants to go through the www.pqbnews.com process, they’re free to do so, if they don’t want

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Over-the-top MLA

DP MLA Scott Fraser, who represents many in our region, turned the hyperbole dial up more than a few notches in the past week. “Gord is the best candidate I have ever seen in the federal arena,” Fraser said after the federal election victory for NDP candidate Gord Johns. “I have never seen revelations so damning of a government,” Fraser said about the recent e-mails controversy in Victoria. Apparently, Fraser doesn’t get out much. Or he’s like one of those sports announcers who labels someone different ‘the best player in the league’ every few days. Sure, Johns was a good candidate. And yes, this e-mail situation is disturbing, to say the least. However, we will dig into another sports announcing circle, Monday Night Football’s pre-game show, for our reaction to Fraser’s pronouncements: “C’mon man!” • The Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region is nothing more than a make-work project for academics and something cool for elitists to grasp so they can say something intelligent about UNESCO in relation to where they live. We see no environmental protection function, no economic boost, no real reason for tax dollars being spent on this project. Having meetings (no, let’s call them roundtables, that’s way more important-sounding) of residents and business people (no, let’s call them stakeholders) with no apparent end-game or purpose, other than more roundtables with stakeholders, is energy well wasted. There, we said it. Prove us wrong. • Roughly two months ago, community organizations came to Parksville city council to announce a plan to change the way the region’s homeless are served. It included the use of the former B.C. Ambulance Service building on Hirst Avenue, which was purchased by the Parksville and District Association for Community Living (PDACL). There was talk of 10 homeless shelter beds and four-five transitional rooms for those waiting to get housing in what is said to be the community with one of the lowest vacancy rates in the province. Scrap all that. PDACL says it needs the space and won’t be offering it to the Crisis Care Society for those much-needed measures to help the homeless. It’s time for MLA and cabinet minister Michelle Stilwell to step into this issue. Winter is coming. And our MLA should know government grant criteria — exactly what kind of beds may or may not be funded under this or that program — doesn’t mean anything to a homeless person who needs help. — Editorial by John Harding

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BC Ferries neCessary In a recent BC Ferries notice announcing 50 per cent vehicle fare reductions from Nov. 16 to Dec. 19., Mike Corrigan, president and CEO of BC Ferries, is quoted as saying: “As we progress with our Fare Flexibility and Digital Experience Initiative, set to roll out in 2017, we are gaining valuable information on shifting our pricing structure to offer savings based on time of day travel, a model commonly used in the transportation and travel industries.” Those of us who have no option but to use this maritime section of B.C.’s highway system are compelled to pay Mr. Corrigan $563,000 per annum to magnanimously lower fares to a realistic level. This will only prove we’re more likely to board his floating buses when affordability trumps necessity. Is “Fare Flexibility and Digital Experience Initiative” this CEO’s attempt to justify his lucrative pay packet and soothe Islanders, angered by the idiocy of thinking BC Ferries is part of “the transportation and travel industries?” Our ferry routes and highway system are not industries. They are necessities — owned by all, benefiting all and should be paid for by all — like B.C.’s no-fare Interior ferry routes. W.L.M. (BiLL) WiLson Qualicum Beach

LiBeraL promises The long-waited federal election has come and gone and we now have a new government and new prime minister. The tide came in for Justin Trudeau and went out for Stephen Harper, as is the way of our

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democracy. The question now becomes whether or not the electorate made an intelligent decision that will ultimately prove good for the country. Trudeau has made no less than 171 promises on important categories such as government, environment and security which until fulfilled are debts unpaid. For example, he made some big promises to Canada’s indigenous peoples and Perry Bellegarde, the National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, and aboriginal voters who voted for Trudeau are going to demand something in return. But will he be able to deliver and if so what will it mean for the country? He said he would repeal or reform legislation that disrespects the rights of indigenous peoples and give the First Nations a veto over development in their territories, which would create even more uncertainty for resource companies. He has promised to implement all 94 recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) and promised First Nations billions in funding. Tom Flanagan, a former senior adviser to Harper, called Trudeau’s proposals “alarming” and said some were simply unachievable, such as the demand for an apology by the Pope. Without releasing detailed costs of his platform, Trudeau has committed billions of dollars in spending on infrastructure spending, First Nations education, youth jobs and childcare benefits, all of which are worthy projects but will require increased taxes and a return to deficit spending in a time of global economic instability.

GeraLd HaLL Nanoose Bay

epCor outrage

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proVinCiaL:

sCott fraser, MLa,

I agree with recent letters to the editor written by Len Mustard and Richard Bothwell concerning EPCOR’s outrageous water rate increases (38 per cent over three years). The Comptroller General of Water Rights is responsible for taking into account the interests of the public when the water utility is owned by a corporation with a monopoly. It seems clear to me that he is not doing his job. I quote Bothwell’s letter: “Why would someone who is supposed to represent the citizens in such matters rubber stamp such exorbitant rate increases? I cannot think of anything else that has seen such inflation to date.” There was a bit of back and forth but it appears that the comptroller essentially gave EPCOR what they were asking for. You can reach Comptroller Glen Davidson via his secretary (Rick.Couroux@gov. bc.ca) or by calling 250-387-6949. The minister responsible and the local MLA are: Environment Minister Hon. Mary Polak (ENV. minister@gov.bc.ca or 250-387-1187) and Hon. Michelle Stilwell (michelle.stilwell. mla@leg.bc.ca or 250-248-2625). I will be contacting these people.

MiCHeLLe stiLWeLL, MLa, parksville Qualicum

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250-248-2625 e-mail michelle. stilwell.mla@leg. bc.ca

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QuaLiCum:

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teunis WestBroek Mayor,

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town of Qualicum Beach

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don Heppner French Creek See more LETTERS, pages A13 & A15

MarC LefeBvre, Mayor,

Joe stanHope Chairman,

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regional district of nanaimo

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10am-4pm to Oct 31. Visit the Patch, pick a pumpkin off the vine. ($4-$10). 1692 Errington Rd, Errington. 250-248-2408, info@ tigerlilyfarm.ca, http://www. tigerlilyfarm.ca/

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COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS

7:30pm, Rotary House, 211 Fern Ave. at Beach, Qualicum Beach. Every Thurs. dance or listen; all ages; $3 each/includes snacks. Bruce Foden, 250594-3750.

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Oct 30 & 31, 6-9pm, 2525 NW Bay Rd, Nanoose Bay. All ages! $5, $20/family of 5. <12 with adult. Includes cookie & cocoa. NO flash lights on the walk. NO pets. park on Claudet or Stewart Rd. Proceeds to Ballenas Whalers Football Soc. & Nanoose Bay Elementary. halloweenwalk@shaw.ca

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2-3:30 pm, Oceanside Place Arena, 830 W. Is. Hwy, Parksville. There will be some spooky fun waiting for you and prizes for best costumes. Regular admission. RDN, Recreation & Parks 250-248-3252 or www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

7pm/doors, 7:30pm/ADULT event 133 McMillan St., Parksville. Come in costume! Pre-purchase/MAC. $12, $10/members. www. talesforthetelling.org. Marva 250-594-3221

7pm, Foster Park (corner of Pym St. & Sanderson Rd). Add your pumpkin to the trail. Hot dogs sale, Hot chocolate, goodie bags. Be THERE & be SCARED!

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9am/refreshments, 10am/ meeting, Concord Masonic Hall, 136 Memorial Ave, Parksville. Sojourning Masons welcome. 250-757-8755.

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7pm-10pm/Bonfire & concession. 8:30pm/Fireworks. DJ, door prizes, treat bags. Lighthouse Comm Ctre. 240 Lions Way, QBeach. lindseygenoe@gmail.com

QBEACH FREE HALLOWEEN & FIREWORKS

6:30-8pm, QB Civic Ctre., 747 Jones St. Hot dogs, hot chocolate. 7:45pm/fireworks (sponsored by local Fire & Rescue Dept.) Comm. Park. Walk the carved pumpkin trail. 250-752-6921, http:// www.qualicumbeach.com/

ERRINGTON HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN TRAIL

6:30pm, 1390 Errington Rd, Community Park. Dress up, walk the trail, treats from spooks in the woods. Hot choc., bonfire & fireworks. By donation. http://www. erringtonhall.bc.ca/events. htm, ewmhinfo@gmail.com

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12-3pm, Deep Bay Marine Field Stn. Lunch & games. Costume/ Frightening Fish Contest. $20/person, $50/ family.https://www2.viu. ca/deepbay/visit-us/events. asp#spookiy

SUN. NOV 1 SUNDAY AFTERNOON DANCING 2:15pm, Rotary House, 211 Fern Ave. QBeach. Music by the COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS. $3 each/includes refreshments. All ages. Waltzes, two-steps, polkas, jigs & reels, schottisches... Bruce 250-594-3750, Roy 250-752-3636.

NOV. AT CAFÉ ADAGIO 147 Harrison Ave, Parksville. Fay St. Marie, the MAC’s “Members Out & About” External Exhibits. www. faystmarie.ca, Info: The MAC 250-248-8185. www. mcmillanartscentre.com

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7-9pm, Arrowsmith Hall, 1014 Ford Road, Coombs. Guests welcome. Info: 2486177.

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marijuana legalization Re: legalization of recreational marijuana. I have heard this too many times: if people are going to smoke it we may as well legalize it. Well, people are going to use hard drugs, continue to enslave young children into drug use and prostitution and continue stealing to support their habits. Do we legalize it all now? These problems are going to get worse once it is legalized because we will lose control under this Liberal-minded thinking. We have not kept drinking or smoking problems from our children by legalizing it for adults. For those who say marijuana is not a gateway to harder drugs, mental illnesses and psychosis and lack of motivation, I say it is time to open your eyes. Please check out the Government of Canada website (health risks of marijuana use). It seems to be an argument with the pot smokers and many politicians that there are no damaging effects with

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recreational marijuana use and yes, I agree and I’m in favour of medicinal use if appropriately monitored, which has had proven benefits for those that need it. Sadly, that monitoring system is not in place. Drugs affect people in different ways. Some will get away with marijuana use, but sadly there will be a great percentage that will not. Evidence only points to negative effects before the age of 25, so why would we want to risk damaging a whole generation of our children for the sake of legalizing marijuana. This not only affects them, but as with alcoholics, impaired driving, drug addiction and cancer patients due to smoking, it also affects whole families, the health system, the public moral system and the generations of children to follow. Now, with the new prime minister’s mandate, we need to stand up quickly to the politicians to stop the legalization of recreational marijuana use before it is too late.

The Oceanside Pickleball Club wrapped up a very successful summer season on Oct. 2. The warm, dry summer allowed for excellent playing conditions as we had very few cancellations due to rain. Our monthly tournaments attracted a full slate of players and the two intra-club competitions with the Comox Valley Pickleball Club were a highlight of our season. Our club would like to take this opportunity to extend our sincere thanks to our sponsors who have shown a wonderful commitment to sport in the Oceanside area. Dairy Queen has shown a constant dedication to our club for the past two years. Glen MacPherson of Royal LePage Realty, as well as Todd Sjogren and Keith Andersen of BMO Nesbitt Burns, came on board this year and we appreciate their strong support and enthusiastic participation in our club’s activities.

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REQUEST FOR TENDER Regional District of Nanaimo Oceanside Place - Refrigeration Plant Heat Recovery The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking tenders from qualified mechanical contractors to install a Refrigeration Plant Heat Reclaim system for pre-heat of Domestic Water at Oceanside Place, located at 830 West Island Highway in the City of Parksville, as detailed in the drawing and specification package. Tender documents may be obtained from the Regional District of Nanaimo website at www.rdn.bc.ca. Sealed Tenders will be accepted by the Recreation and Parks Department at Oceanside Place up to 2:00 pm PDT Friday November 19, 2015. The Regional District of Nanaimo reserves the right to reject any or all tenders and to accept the tender that is deemed most favorable to the interest of the Regional District. We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia. Oceanside Place Recreation and Parks Department 830 West Island Highway Parksville, BC V9P 2X4 (250) 248-3252 John Marcellus Superintendent of Arenas Services

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TOWN OF

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TOWN TIDINGS Spooktacular Festivities

Utility Notices Due Nov 6th

2016 Dog Tags

Downtown Qualicum Beach businesses invite little ghosts, goblins and princesses, 12 and under, to enjoy a trick-ortreat event from 3:00pm-5:00pm on Saturday, October 31st! The Halloween festivities don’t end then...Come and enjoy a hot dog and refreshments from 6:30pm-8:00pm at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street. Walk the trail from the Civic Centre to the Community Park to see spooky sites and carved pumpkins. The Qualicum Beach Fire & Rescue Department volunteers will start the fireworks at approximately 7:45pm.

Utility notices were mailed out early October and are due on Friday, November 6th. If you have not received your utility notice, please contact the Town office 250.752.6921. Payments can be made through online banking, at the municipal hall Monday to Friday, from 9:00am to 4:00pm, or at your financial institution.

2016 dog tags will be available at the Town Hall in December. Until January 31, 2016, a discounted rate of $20 for spayed and neutered dogs, and $40 for unspayed and unneutered dogs applies (a partial rebate is available after spaying or neutering). It is a requirement of Bylaw No 649 that owners license every dog over the age of 8 weeks in the Town of Qualicum Beach.

Light-Up the Holidays

Santa Claus is coming to Town to kick off Moonlight Madness and Vancouver Island’s Largest Pajama Party festivities! Start your Christmas shopping on November 19th and join us at 5:30pm in the Town Square to experience the Downtown LIGHT-UP! Enjoy live music throughout downtown, a ‘Shop & Win Contest’ and enter The energy efficient design and construction of the new for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree. Don’t miss Quailcum Beach Fire Hall was recognized at the recent out on all the fun on November 19th! Union of British Columbia Municipalities conference in Vancouver. The Town received an award for leadership in wood use for design and building by Wood WORKS! BC, and The Qualicum Beach Volunteer Fire & Rescue Dept will be an honourable mention from the Ministry of Environment holding its Annual Christmas Food Drive on November 21st for 72% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Come see and 22nd. Here is how you can make your donation: for yourself on Saturday, November 7th! • Listen for the Christmas music coming from the Fire Truck as crews will be driving through neighbourhoods for donations. Please leave non-perishable food on your door-step for pick up. The new Qualicum Beach Fire Hall is having its Official • Look for the old fire truck outside Qualicum Foods. Opening Celebration and Open House on Saturday, Volunteers will be outside the QF front doors to accept November 7th from 1pm to 4pm. Join the Qualicum Beach your donations. Volunteer Fire & Rescue members for a tour of the new hall, cake, refreshments, and exciting demonstrations taking • Deliver your food donations to the Town Hall during the place at 1:30pm, 2:30pm, and 3:30pm. month of November. Thank you for making a difference to those in need!

New Fire Hall Receives Awards for Energy Efficiency

Annual Food Drive

Fire Hall Open House

Fall Curbside Chipping Program Continues* The Fall Chipping Program began on October 12th collecting woody materials from the curbside. This year the chipping schedule is determined by your location rather than your garbage collection day. The route has been split into 2 zones, all properties east of Memorial Avenue and those west of Memorial Avenue. • All properties west of Memorial Avenue should have woody material on the roadside by Monday October 12th. • All properties east of Memorial Avenue should have woody material on the roadside by Monday, November 2nd.

2016 Business Licences Every person and or company conducting business within the Town boundaries must have a valid business licence. The fees vary; however, the fee for the majority of businesses is $110 for the calendar year. For an Inter-Community Business Licence, pay an additional $150 for the same term. Applications are available on the Town`s website at www.qualicumbeach.com

2016 Regular Meeting Schedule Council established the following schedule for the 2016 regular Council meetings to be held on Mondays at 7:00pm in the Council Chamber, Town Hall, 660 Primrose Street, on: January 11

April 25

September 12

February 1

May 16

October 3

February 22

June 13

October 24

March 14

July 11

November 14

April 4

August 15

December 5

Please refer to the Town’s website for Council meeting agendas and minutes at www.qualicumbeach.com *Curbside Chipping Program NOTE: Larger volumes and/or sizes of wood waste material and garden refuse may be taken to the Regional District of Nanaimo Transfer Station located at 860 Church Road, Parksville. Please telephone 250.248.5254 for rates, etc.

If you are unsure of your location in relation to Memorial Avenue, please contact the Town Office at 250.752.6921 To ensure timely pick-up please ensure the following: ❏ Only one pile of trees, branches, and other woody shrub materials will be picked up per property. (grass clippings, leaves and soft plant materials such as perennial or annual flowers will not be picked up) ❏ Piles to be chipped shall be a maximum of 8ft x 8ft x 5ft high. Materials in excess of this will not be picked up. ❏ Piles with gravel, dirt or roots covered with dirt, will not be picked up. ❏ Four (4) inches is the maximum diameter size of wood waste that can be chipped. Material over four (4) inches will not be picked up. ❏ Stack branches at the roadside with butt ends facing the same direction. As the chipper only travels each street once, be sure your branches are on the boulevard by 8:00am the day of your designated schedule. Subject to the volume of material and any mechanical problems the Town may encounter, some pickups may be delayed.

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cell towers and wi-Fi dangers I am responding to John Harding’s recent editorial regarding Coun. Leanne Saulter and her opposition to the cell tower. Unfortunately, council as well as the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) is stunningly uninformed of the negative medical implications that information carrying radiation waves, from cell towers has on all living organisms. Harding’s belittling editorial towards Salter indicates that he seems to be equally misinformed. We moved away from Oceanside and stopped visiting there altogether when my wife contracted full blown electro hyper-sensitivity (EHS). This debilitating sensitivity was brought on by the rapid rise of radiation in Oceanside, from cell towers, Wi-Fi and smart meters. This man-made sensitivity has dire implications on our life, socially as well as economically. This sensitivity to unnatural, pulsed radiation is becoming a global health issue and is effecting people from all walks of life and all ages. Since my wife worked for many years in the offices of a telecommunications company, she certainly is no Luddite, however with the aid of a RF meter, anyone can measure the high levels of unnatural radiation ‘E-smog’ pollution which saturates Oceanside in an invisible electronic soup. Be grateful Salter does not blindly follow the crowd and has taken the time to keep up with world events on this subject. For anyone who has the courage to educate themselves like she did, this is a good place to start: https://emfscientist.org. Marcus schluschen Gold River

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LESS THAN TWO WEEKS UNTIL REMEMBRANCE DAY

Poppy campaign starting Canvassing starts right after flag-raising ceremonies in Parksville and Qualicum Beach on Friday morning

Royal Canadian Legion branches in Parksville and Qualicum Beach will kick off their annual Remembrance Day poppy drives tomorrow in separate flag-raising ceremonies. At Parksville Legion Branch 49, 146 Hirst Ave., members will muster at 9:30 a.m. for a 10 o’clock ceremony. Speakers and guests include Mayor Marc Lefebvre, branch president Suzette Hodges, poppy chair Shona Rowe and both Commander Darren Rich and Lt. Commander Trent Nicols of the Canadian Forces base in Nanoose Bay. Piper Mel Williams will play Last Post and a two-minute silence will fall between prayers by Major Norm Hamelin and Sergeant-at-arms John Hodgson. At Qualicum Beach Legion Branch 76 cenotaph, 180 Veterans Way, festivities begin at

9:30 a.m. Friday. The flag-raising will include the pinning of the first poppy on Mayor Teunis Wesbroek and a benediction from branch chaplain Rev. Phil Spencer. Poppy canvassing will begin in both communities immediately following the flag-raising ceremonies. In Parksville, the Ladies Auxiliary will commence a poppy “blitz” while canvassing 15 area businesses. Additional blitzes will feature Navy League and Sea Cadets Saturday and the Air Cadets the following Saturday, Nov. 7. The remainder of the week Legion and Legion Auxiliary members will staff a poppy table at SaveOn Foods. In Qualicum Beach, canvassers will fan out from the flag-raising and set up station at Pharmasave, Quality Foods, Coastal Community Credit Union, the BC Liquor Store, Royal Bank of Canada, Dolly’s Home Hardware, Shell Convenience Store and the Home Hardware Building Centre on the Island Highway. — NEWS Staff

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Love, for heaven’s sake

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It is imperative that children experience love in the home, adults in marriage, and seniors in the family. Regrettably, this fails to happen at one or more levels. The result is that we feel a loss in our lives, a sense of incompleteness in love. Vanier, with insight, comments that

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Murre in for long recovery

A common murre was admitted to the North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre coming from the west coast of the Island. It had been rescued from a small island where it was found in distress. The bird received significant feather damage to both wings and was severely underweight, so it may be a long rehabilitation process. We are housing the murre in one of our new net-bottom cages as these birds are not comfortable on solid ground. The common murre breeds on cliff ledges, sloping island surfaces, or flat areas on rocky headlands and islands in full ocean view. When not at breeding sites during breeding season, they frequent continental shelf and slope waters, including those normally more than 30 metres deep, rarely to the beach. In nonbreeding season, however, they are often found close to shore, at times far up inlets and sounds. During breeding, they are most commonly found where prey are concentrated by oceanographic fronts, tidal sheers within by sylvia Campbell flight range of colonies. Their prey is captured in their bill by diving, using their wings for propulsion. Their wings and bones are structured for both aerial and underwater flight. Their long, slender tongue is enclosed along the entire length of its bill by sharp edges that helps to “lock” prey against backward-pointing palate denticles. This bird dives deep for a relatively small bird, often to 70 metres and occasionally to 180 metres. It forages alone or in single-species and multispecies flocks. Day to day, or within days, it may use widely separated feeding areas, indicating awareness of several options to feed. They are most successful in capturing a single prey, ignoring others present and descending quickly, apparently entering schools from below after pace is slowed. In the case of

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The common murre admitted to the centre was found in distress on the west coast and will need a long rehabilitation process.

slow-moving prey (e.g. euphausiids), it dives without seeming coordination; surfaces well ahead of those about to dive, then swims back to the main aggregation; progression at same pace as the moving school, with flocks progressing in different directions. When feeding over fast-moving schooling fish (e.g., anchovy), murres are spaced about one metre apart in long lines, then dive and surface in concert, suggesting cooperative foraging. An exciting night event will be starting Nov. 6 from 5-8:30 p.m. at NIWRA. “The Magical Nights of Light” will take place every Friday and Saturday night until Dec. 19. Visitors will experience magic as they wander through the grounds. — Wild ‘n Free is written by Sylvia Campbell, co-founder of the centre and can be reached at wildlife@niwra.org or calling 250-248-8534.

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Homecoming for guitar makers

Errington luthiers’ show a family affair J.R. RaRdon reporter@pqbnews.com

Vancouver Island’s luthier community is much like a close-knit family whose members have drifted apart in search of fame, fortune or some nice tone wood. In Errington, however, they’ve found the perfect home for an annual homecoming. More than a dozen practitioners of hand-made guitars and other instruments — from Vancouver Island and beyond — gathered for the Island Luthiers Guild’s Guitars by Hand show at Errington Hall Oct. 17. “A lot of these luthiers don’t get together that often, so it’s a reunion for them,” said event organizer Bob Herbison. “These guys are from all over the place. They get together and talk wood and play each other’s instruments.” The event spent a nomadic first several years, starting in Victoria before moving to Qualicum Beach

and then Nanaimo before it shifted to Errington under Herbison’s guidance five years ago. Though it may have left the well-travelled path of the Highway 19 corridor, the Hand-made Guitar Show remains a popular draw among both vendors and visitors. “This is the best of the best here,” said Lawrence Nyberg, a Hornby Island luthier. “It’s a great gathering.” Among those attending were Vancouver luthier Michael Dunn, who hosted a guitar-making workshop following the show. “He’s the godfather on the B.C. Coast,” said Steve Heizer of Yellow Point. “He’s the one who really dragged us all into this.” If Dunn is the patriarch of the family, the kiddie table was designated for a half-dozen students from Summit School of Guitar Building and Repair in Qualicum Beach. See LuthierS, page 22

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Lindsay egan and five-month-old daughter ruby helped staff the table for Ladysmith’s egan’s custom guitars during the Hand-made guitar show at errington Hall oct.17.

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The theme is Halloween, but the John Welsh Band will bring the feel of a tropical paradise to Errington Hall Friday night for an all-ages dance party. The music starts at 8 p.m. Oct. 30, with Creekmore Coffee and the usual delectable treats available from the kitchen. Guests are invited — no, encouraged — to dress up in costume and enjoy “one of Vancouver’s premier up-and-coming bands.” (Todd Hancock, former 99.3 CFOX indie music director). The group blends elements of folk, surf rock, reggae, latin to produce an upbeat, danceable vibe. John Welsh Band toured heavily in the recent summer festival season and has performed as an opening act at Vancouver’s iconic Commodore Ballroom. The group has also been hard at work on the recording of a full-length album. Tickets are $20 for adults, $5 for kids 12-under and free to children 5-under. Advance tickets are available at Cranky Dog, Heaven on Earth, and Errington Store. For more

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Local artist hosts painting workshop series at The MAC Do you have a creative itch? Whether you’re a beginner or building up your skills, there’s a heap of informative workshops in the Oceanside area this fall from local artist Meghann Doyle. Doyle doodles on anything she can find, and only a few things she shouldn’t. From the endless practice, she shares her lighthearted wisdom to anyone who’ll listen. She graduated with honours from UVic with a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Distinction in Visual Art. Doyle paints in traditional oil, and writes and illustrates an independent graphic novel series called End’s Shadow Caste. The first volume, an introduction to a far-away future of our fine island, can be found on Amazon and Kobo. She offers courses which can be taken individually or together, on now at the MAC in Parksville, including Drawing for Oil Painting (Nov. 1), Practical Oil Painting (Nov. 2), and Foundations in Life Drawing – for children (Nov. 9). Through the Regional Dis-

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The mostly 20-somethings, who originally hail from U.S. states or provinces far from B.C., displayed a mix of electric and acoustic guitars, both completed and in progress. In addition to guitars, the show included examples of everything from gourd banjos to ukeleles, mandolins, octomandolins and drums. Luthiers and visitors strolled from table to table, talking about and, often, picking up and playing each other’s instruments. J.R. RaRdon photo “It always amazes me how many people Anna Lyman of Nanaimo, left, and luthier Michael are interested in this stuff,” said Herbison. Dunn of Vancouver duet at Errington Hall.

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The mention of Autumn camping elicits reactions that mostly vary between disdain and pity. While a relatively small proportion of people would consider making camp from the contents of a backpack fun (let alone carrying said pack uphill for the pleasure of sleeping on the ground), some people appreciate the freedom and connection to nature allowed by such trips. For most participants, these excursions tend to be multi day coastal hikes or bigger trips through remote areas, often to tick off the Island’s bigger summits list. Multi day outings are not always practical, however, even for those who have the willingness and equipment. Busy lives can mean that opportunities for outdoor recreation may need be taken close to home. Fortunately for us, close to home refers to an area that people travel from around the world to enjoy, so an abundance of suitable options exists. I decided that the combination of a good weather forecast and a new tent to test would be the catalyst for a night under the stars. The plan would be for my partner and me to leave work sharp, hike up Wesley Ridge, camp for the night, then return in time for work the following morning. With the exception of an extra set of clothing and additional food, such a trip involves carrying almost the same as would be required for a multi day hike. This, and the elevation gain we’d face, meant that our packing was judicious. Quick dry clothing, energy rich foods and pack contents that could do double duty were prioritized. Lack of water along the route meant that 3 to 4 litres per person would be required for cooking and hydration (as well as handwashing, tooth cleaning etc.) A final mental rehearsal was carried out, covering all the aspects of hiking, camping, cooking, etc. with attention given to what activities may need carried out in darkness. Contingencies for unexpected bad weather or first aid requirements were covered and off we went, fairly confident that most likely eventualities were covered. At the trailhead, the last task before departure was to leave a route plan with estimated return time on the dashboard of the car. This stated the number of people in the party, that we were equipped for overnighting and had experience in the outdoors, along with an emergency contact. The hike up from Cameron Lake was, intentionally, very slow under the load of overnight packs. Moving deliberately brings the benefits of improved safety, less perspiration and reduced fatigue. Meeting our modest schedule gave us the choice of an early stop at the transmitter tower or a push into dusk for a pleasant campsite at the rocky lookout to the West. As the latter is a far more natural location, and enjoys better views, we pushed on along the rolling woodland of the ridge. The

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The planning committee for the annual Qualicum Beach Rotary Chamber Gala has chosen the theme “Triple Crown Gala - Away to the Races.” In the year when the Triple Crown went to American Pharaoh, organizers say it’s time to celebrate the Sport of Kings and they encourage people to get their racing bonnets and finest regalia ready for an evening of fun. The 24th annual gala is set for Saturday, Nov. 14 at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. Rotary says net proceeds from the event will go to local and international causes like Qualicum Village Park, bike bollards by the library, future community events and polio eradication worldwide. In a news release, the Rotary Club says its service work has included projects to improve recreation facilities, including the Civic Centre, for people of all ages. The club says it has provided funding for young people in our community who are trying to start life with a sound education and an opportunity for Youth Exchange Internationally. As well, Rotary regularly supports the community agencies which provide assistance for those in greatest need like the Qualicum Village Park initiative by Kiwanis and SOS. The Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce, which partners with Rotary on the gala, has invested in not-for-profit organizations in our community and funded projects to encourage tourism and support small business. We Have Happy Advertisers! Contact me today.

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A retirement community so different, you’ll want to vacation here. Amica is not what you expect from a retirement community. From the delicious meals made from scratch to the activities run by the certified wellness team, there’s an undeniable and unique energy. And now, you can experience it yourself. Take a break from winter - enjoy a trial stay and see the Amica difference for yourself. TRY TWO WEEKS ON US!

Brenda Boyd 250-905-0013

Reserve a two-week trial stay by November 30, and we will add two additional weeks FREE!*

* no cash value, subject to availability. offer expires nov. 30, 2015, please call for further details.

bboyd@pqbnews.com

All-Inclusive Retirement Living • www.amica.ca Amica at Douglas House 50 Douglas Street Victoria, BC 250.383.6258

Steve Weldon 250-905-0023

sweldon@pqbnews.com

Amica at Somerset House 540 Dallas Road Victoria, BC 250.380.9121

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realestate WEEKLY UPDATE

THURSDAY OCTOBER 29, 2015

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EAGLECREST LIFESTYLE STARTING AT $595,000 West Elevation (Front)

West Elevation (Front)

Patio Patio

Covered Patio Dining Room

Master Bedroom

12'4"x13'6"

15'8"x 16'0"

Pantry

11' Ceiling

5'0"x 6'0"

BUILT-IN

Master Bedroom

Great Room

The developer reserves the right to make modifications and revisions to design, features and finishes without notice in an effort to continually improve the homes. 13'0"x 15'0"

The developer reserves the right to make modifications and revisions to design, features and finishes without notice in an effort to continually improve the homes.

13'2"x15'6" Tray Ceiling

Great Room

w.i.c.

5'0"x 10'4"

19'10"x17'6"

Ensuite 7'0"x18'0"

Ensuite

8'10"x 10'0"

Kitchen

Dining Room 15'8"x 11'0"

Kitchen

BUILT-IN

12'4"x 18'6"

12'4"x13'8"

w.i.c. 5'2"x9'6"

Laundry

REF.

Laundry

8'6"x 6'10"

Bath

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Pantry

Bath

7'2"x 8'6"

8'8"x5'6"

6'0"x5'0"

Entry

16'2"x6'4"

Den/Ofﬁce

6'6"x 13'8"

10'8"x 10'6"

WORK-BENCH

HWT

Entry 6'0"x9'8"

Bedroom 2 12'6"x11'6"

Porch

Dbl.Car Garage

Bedroom 2 11'6"x 12'0"

24'0"x 21'0"/23'0"

Den/Ofﬁce Garage

11'0"x11'0"

20'6"x21'5"

Porch

Main Floor Plan

Floor Area = 1,996 sq. ft. (Not Including Garage)

Floor Area = 1,869 sq. ft. (not including Garage) The developer reserves the right to make modifications and revisions to design, features and finishes without notice in an effort to continually improve the homes.

The developer reserves the right to make modifications and revisions to design, features and finishes without notice in an effort to continually improve the homes.

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MATT BREEDLOVE Direct

Tracy

250.954.9033

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OCEAN VIEW CONDO

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ParksvilleQualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned and Operated

AFFORDABLE REAL ESTATE OWNERSHIP - STOP PAYING RENT QUIET COUNTRY SETTING

AFFORDABLE INVESTMENT

• • • •

C RI

1096 Sq. Ft. 2 Bdrms, 2 Bath Peaceful 1/3 Acre Detached Greenhouse $1025 a mth 5% down @ 3.7%

$204,900

1072 Sq. Ft. 2 Bdrms, 1 Bath Low Taxes & Low Fees 2 Patio Areas + Back Deck $1095 a mth 5% down @ 3.7%

$219,000

WATERFRONT ACREAGE

D L O S • 3.45 Partially Treed Waterfront Acres • Zoning Allows for 2 Homes • Great Holding Property

$425,000

SOLD

OCEAN VIEW ON LARGE LOT

Opening Doors For You

$273,800

VACATION GETAWAYS 4 Vacation Getaway Options

- Two to choose from:

665 EAGLEWOOD COURT

$204,900 $75,000 $6,000 $5,000

ANCHOR

REALTY Each office independently owned & operated

office: 250.752.2466 toll free 1.800.668.3622 email tracyrealtor@shaw.ca

Call Matt at 250-954-9033 for more info

3448 BLUEBACK DRIVE

619,000

• 2 bdrm, 2 bath & DEN patio home • Maple cabinets and silestone counters • Hardwood flooring & custom finishing • Gas fireplace with built-in cabinets • Backs on to Eaglecrest Golf Course • Stand alone home/reasonable strata fees

426 COLLEGE ROAD This unique E-Cube home with luxury finishings uses dramatically less energy than a standard home. Contemporary styling with warm, inviting interiors, close to sandy beach, in serene enclave of quality residences. Glamourous entertaining possible in S. facing back yard, or on roof deck beside living roof.

$1,288,000

Louise Roy*

A Tradition of Trust

$688,000

Aaron Nicklen*

553 BELYEA ROAD

LOT 1 ANDOVER ROAD Stunning views on this easy build, fully serviced, waterfront lot located in Fairwinds Community near Brickyard Bay, surrounded by executive homes. A 5 minute walk to Schooner Cove Marina, Fairwind’s Golf Course across the road, on 0.47 of an acre, building scheme & architectural guidelines on title.

One block from the sandy beach, this elegant home boasts large windows, classic architectural lines, open concept, fire-lit living/dining room, with current updates. Tropical gardens with pond and waterfall, surrounded by private hedges. Minutes to pool, shopping, parks, entertainment in the Village.

Louise Roy*

$479,000

3180 ISLAND W. HIGHWAY

Aaron Nicklen*

567 DOGWOOD ROAD Unique to Qualicum Woods, this 3,000 sqft. home situated on 0.33 of an acre, has 5 bedrooms & 4 baths, a large studio & multiple living & family entertainment areas. With an oversized garage & RV parking, a sunny yard & shady decks this is the perfect home for a growing family. Close to beach.

This character home offers beachside lifestyle & close proximity to downtown amenities. Lovingly upgraded with hardwood floors, lighting, roof, eaves, windows & appliances. Featuring cove ceilings, new gas fireplace, garage & studio in back. Stunning ocean views, across the street from sandy beach.

$424,900

GOLF COURSE VISTAS

• Affordable Ocean View Home • Backs onto Crown land • Detached Workshop • $1369 a mth 5% down @ 3.7%

Oceanfront Condo with Revenue Surfside Waterfront RV Resort Pacific Shores Resort & Spa

399,900

• One of a kind 3 bdrm, 2 bath condo • No one above, below or on three sides • Newer flooring, countertops, paint • 2 decks, underground parking, elevator • Unobstructed views, across from the beach

$139,900

This 4,206 sqft., 4 bed, 5 bath, contemporary home situated on 0.68 acres, offers floor to ceiling windows, beamed ceilings, acacia wood floors, a luxurious kitchen, 2 master bedrooms, & an elevator. The entertainment terrace with fireplace & BBQ vent hood is ideal for entertaining all 4 seasons.

$625,000

108-3156 W ISLAND HWY

• 1824 Sq. Ft. 3 Bdrms, 2 Baths • Two Levels, Large Family Room • Fully Fenced, Detached Workshop • $925 a mth 5% down @ 3.7%

LOW MAINTENANCE HOME

• • • •

C RI

Aaron Nicklen*

$399,900

Aaron Nicklen*

Louise Roy*

*Personal Real Estate Corporation

Qualicum Beach

250.752.3375

Louise Roy*

www.NRMrealestate.com

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DISTINGUISHED COOMBS ACREAGE

•

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Stately 2874 sqft 3 bed custom executive on landscaped 2.50 acres Spectacular Great Room, 2-storey ceiling vault, stone FP (propane) Deluxe Island Kitchen w/Silestone CTs & stainlessl appls, Den/Office Huge skylighted Bonus Rm, south-facing yard, firepit, pond w/bridge

INSPIRING & TIMELESS

$739,900

• • • •

1448 sqft 2 bedrm patio home in “The Alderwood” 55+ community Bright open plan, skylights, Living Room w/marble-tiled nat gas FP Kitchen w/custom cabinetry, quartz CTs, & new stainless steel appls Both Baths re-done, private SW exposure yard, new cedar fencing

$379,000

• • • •

Prestigious custom 2266 sqft 3 bed/2 bath w/Den/Office & Bonus Rm Open modern design, Acacia wood floors, floor-ceiling FP (nat gas) Exceptional Kitchen w/granite CTs, wood cabinetry, top-quality appls RV parking, garden areas, room to build a shop, landscaped .55 acre

WALK TO THE BEACH

• • • •

S LI

Sophisticated 2144 sqft 3 bed+Den executive home in Nile Landing Quality workmanship throughout, hickory floors, stone FP (propane) Deluxe Kitchen w/quartz CTs & quality stainless appls, covered patio Backs onto Nile Creek below, near trail leading to the beach, .48 acre

$628,800 AMAZING EXTRAS!

QUALICUM WOODS RANCHER

TIMBERSTONE ESTATES LOTS

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2 exclusive bldg lots in popular neighborhood of distinguished homes Building schemes in place, community park with walking trails/ponds Underground services, hydro and natural gas to lot line are in place A short drive to Parksville amenities, the beach, golf, and the marina

PRICED FROM: $188,000

CUSTOM EUROPEAN ACCENTS $489,900

• • • •

Move Great Brick Huge

in ready! Light bright 1178 sqft 3 bedrm/2 bath on .22 acre starter or retirement home, hardwood & slate floors, skylights FP, Kitchen w/ concrete CTs & breakfast bar, updated baths fenced yard w/treed backdrop/garden areas, great location

SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1pm to 4pm

Located at 500 Corfield St. Parksville, BC Only 9 Units Remaining PLUS GST

• Beautifully finished patio homes.

• Oversized 2 car garage.

• 2 bed, 2 bath + den units 1330 - 1510 sq. ft.

• 3 bed, 3 bath + den units 2684 sq ft - 2928 sq ft.

Show Suite Designed by Patti Ransom Interior Design.

• • • •

Adorable 2920 sqft 3 bedrm w/amazing access to local amenities Perfect for a growing family, rental investment, or retirement home Open plan, wood beam accents, picture windows, brick FP (elec) Kitchen w/fir cabinets, huge unfinished lower lvl, RV prkg, .41 acre

EXTENSIVELY UPDATED & RENOVATED $349,900 WALK TO BEACH, PARK, RIVER, ESTUARY $315,900

OPEN HOUSE

Starting at $374,900

$548,000

SAN PAREIL DELIGHT

Warm & welcoming 2256 sqft 3 bedrm/3 bath custom-designed home Beautiful craftsmanship, Maple Kitchen w/ quality appls, 2 balconies Great Room w/wall of forest view windows, woodstove, vaulted ceiling Enchanting landscaping, pond w/bridge, waterfall, outdoor FP, .31 acre

S LI

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Brenda

Grant Wildeman

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$369,000

1002 & 1010 LEE ROAD, FRENCH CREEK

223 STRAWBERRY CRESCENT, PARKSVILLE

• 3.2 +/- acres of walk-on waterfront property • RDN Official Community Plan (OCP) land use designated as neighbourhood residential • Zoned RS1Q, potential subdvision of 700 sq. m. lots

• Immaculate 3 bedroom & 2 bathroom rancher • Quiet neighbourhood & low maintenance yard • South facing yard with private patio

SOLD

$315,000

$379,000

771 DOEHLE AVE, PARKSVILLE

434 ALLWOOD ROAD, PARKSVILLE

• 1850 sq. ft. split level 3 bedroom 3 bath home • New flooring, countertops & fresh paint • Large private patio & fenced yard • Underground sprinkler system & lrg garden shed

• 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom 2100 sq. ft. home • New flooring and updated bathrooms • In-house workshop • Covered deck & fully fenced yard

250-248-8371

Lot 2 Island Highway West, Bowser

$1,795,000

LIS

Personal Real Estate Corporation

New Listing

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty

A29

C RI

145,900

Bowser Building Lot with Views $459,900

$639,000

1080 ASCENSION WAY, FRENCH CREEK

• Over 3100 sq ft 6 bedroom home • Includes a 1600 sq ft in-law suite • Open floor plan with new paint • 1/4 acre fully fenced yard with RV parking

317 DOGWOOD STREET, PARKSVILLE

• Ocean View with 2540 square feet • 3 bedrms 3 baths, family, living & guest room • Open concept w/granite cts & hardwood flrs • Fully fenced south facing yard w/RV parking

• Level .39 acre in Bowser ready to go • Potential ocean views, hydro & water to the lot • “Salish Estates” Bare land strata of only 11 lots • Just $25/month for septic - partially installed • Close to trails, Nile Creek and Bowser Village

CUTE AS A BUTTON

5+ ACRE OCEANVIEW From $149,000!

LD SO

WESLEY RIDGE PLACE

• 6 new 5+ acre oceanview lots • Zoning permits 2 dwellings • Further Subdivision permitted on select lots • Each lot has it’s own well • Each lot has septic approval • Driveway culverts in place with some driveways roughed-in

$179,900

E UC

With just 5% down ($8995) payments would be approximately $775 a month. Less than rent! MLS# 389663

www.lespockett.com

Les Pockett

NEW LISTING

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

NEW LISTING

Personal Real Estate Corporation

VANCOUVER ISLAND

(250) 927-7653 1-800-224-5906 lespockett@telus.net FOR MORE PHOTOS & INFO GO TO:

$334,900

• 1491 sq.ft. 3 bed/2 bath rancher • Stainless appliances, spacious kitchen w/pantry • Private, covered south-facing patio • Secure RV parking with hook-ups

www.lespockett.com

MLS# 399464

$99,900

$274,900

• Located in Black Creek across from Robinson Lake • Flat 1/2 acre lot perfect for your new home • Mobile on property is great for the handyman with a vision • Mobile sold AS IS

• .50 acre flat building lot located in Black Creek • Directly across the road from beautiful Robinson Lake • Allows for additional dwellings, ask Les for details

• 3 bed/ 2 bath home • 24x30 ft shop w/ 10 ft doors • 1.95 acres, footings in place at rear of property • BC electrical certification in place

BUILDER OR INVESTOR

PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS

NEW LISTING

MLS# 399417

NEW LISTING

MLS# 398876

MLS# 399298

2014

SOLD BY LES

$439,900

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned & Operated

679 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC

• 2110 sq.ft. 3 bed/ 2 bath + den • Custom alder cabinetry, radiant in-floor heating • Greenhouse, beautifully landscaped .60 acre • RV parking, septic hook-up, MLS# 399338 16x10 workshop

U ED

$74,900

• 1.17 acre riverfront lot • 1100 sq.ft. footings in place • Located in quiet area of Little Qualicum River Village

$194,900

• 5.19 acres with ocean views • 5 GPM drilled well and power • Fully lockable 12’x12’x 24’ storage unit • Cleared building site MLS# 393912

MLS# 387291

$169,900

• 896 sq.ft., 3 beds/1bath • .23 acre backing onto green space • Single car garage with additional ATV parking • No pad fee/own your own land MLS# 398551

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McMillan Villas is designed to extend independent living by: • Having a main level, enclosed garage, with secure access to an elevator • Being able to move about easily within your 14 foot-wide garage

cMillan Villas offer a luxury lifestyle. We also understand

your need for safety and security so you can enjoy life more fully. Our Villas are designed to increase independent living for as long as possible. When health issues force us to move from our homes, the dislocation can be heart breaking. Planning ahead, before a health crisis arises, is both wise and comforting.

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Spooktacular Events

will be happening this Halloween at BALLENAS SECONDARY SCHOOL

The 2016 grad class puts on a Halloween House as the first major fundraiser for the season. A haunted walk around the school, face painting, games, crafts, and much more is planned. Fun for the whole family!

Address

Price

Day

Time

Realtor/Office

PARKSVILLE 1320 Saltspring Place Craig Bay

$549,900

Saturday

11am-1pm

Susan Forrest Royal LePage

602 Forsyth Avenue

$309,900

Saturday

1-3pm

Andrew Simons Royal LePage

35 Sylvan Crescent

$269,000

Sunday

12-3pm

Richard Goldney Re/Max Anchor

739 Morningstar Close French Creek

$450,000

Sunday

1-3pm

Susan Forrest Royal LePage

731 Newcastle Avenue

$324,900

Sunday

11am-2pm

Kevin Carl Royal LePage

QUALICUM BEACH

Anchor Realty

Independently Owned and Operated

MONEY RAISED AT THE EVENT GOES TO GRAD FEES.

$304,900

Saturday

11am-1pm

N PE

$297,000

Saturday

Nancy Bolch ReMax Anchor

OPEN HOUSE Sat. Oct. 31, 11am-1pm #5-885 Berwick Road

•Ocean & pond views! 1705 sqft 2 bedroom/3 bath Nantucket model •Main level day-to-day living, patio w/west exposure overlooks pond

1320 SALTSPRING PLACE, CRAIG BAY

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 11AM-1PM

$549,900

SUSAN FORREST Royal LePage Parksville /Qualicum Beach Realty

602 Forsyth Ave., Parksville • Just listed • New kitchen & flooring • Gardener’s paradise

• LET YOUR HOME CREATE MONTHLY INCOME!

250-248-4022

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

timpeligren.point2agent.com

Direct: 250-228-5558

SOLD 976 Price Road $889,900

• Investment potential with exposure • 5,145 Sq. ft. shop space • 2 bedroom Mobil home • 1 Acre fenced yard

5 ACRES - Little Qualicum New Price! $139,900

1810 Canuck $296,900

• 4.94 Acres • Panoramic ocean and mountain views • Private

MLS # 376706

! NG

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

Team

Qualicum Beach

250-248-7777

PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION

113 West 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach

MORNINGSTAR GOLF HOME SE

U HO

•Elegant & updated 2339 sqft 2 bed Kensington model patio home •Soaring ceiling vaults, skylights, patio, 16th green of the golf course

739 MORNINGSTAR CLOSE, FRENCH CREEK

$450,000

SUSAN FORREST Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

Royal LePage Parksville /Qualicum Beach Realty

DALE RUMMING PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION

1785 Warn Way $399,900

Richar

Anchor Realty

Hosted by Andrew Simons

Recreational Riverfront Lot From $19,900 to $62,900

• Across from Little Qualicum Falls Park • Gated Community • 12’x24’ covered storage included • Zoned for a RV, Tent or Yurt • 0.34 acres

Richard Goldney in attendance

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 1-3PM

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

MLS #395081

269,000

MLS # 370244

SOLD

250-951-4715

D CE

D RE

• 360 degree ocean & mountain views • 4,600 sq. ft. 4 BR 3 baths plus • One BR suite • Large shop

• 2 bedroom, 1145 sq ft rancher • Single garage • 12x24’ storage unit • .33 acre, beautiful gardens

Independently Owned and Operated

1680 Country Road $258,800

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty

Andrew Simons

1759 Martini $276,000

C RI

• Large fenced yard • 3 BR & 2 bathrooms • 12’ x 24’ storage unit • Gated Community

35 Sylvan Crescent

Call for a professional evaluation. NO cost. NO obligation. NO pressure!

1670 Meadowood $599,900 EW

12pm-3pm on Sunday November 1st

309,900

Peligren

1785 Cameron Crescent $259,000

OPEN HOUSE

205 JENSEN AVE., PARKSVILLE

TIM

$304,900

Phone 250-947-9900

susan@susanforrest.com

Saturday October 31 • 1-3pm

Call

Catherine MOSHER

Cell: 250-954-7116

OPEN HOUSE • REVERSE MORTGAGE SPECIALIST$

Nancy Bolch

www.parksville-qualicum-real-estate.com

Catherine Mosher Royal LePage

12-1:30pm

250-752-2466

View on VIRTUAL TOUR: www.nancybolch.ca

Independently owned & operated

Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

1075 Corcan Road

113 W. 2nd Ave

CRAIG BAY WALK-ON WATERFRONT

Hosted by Mary-Ann Kennedy

#5-885 Berwick Road

1075 Corcan Road, Qualicum

$297,000

Ballenas Secondary School

find your next home here

OPEN HOUSE

SATURDAY OCTOBER 31 • 12-1:30PM

• Well built, updated, 1175 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms 2 bath rancher in Qualicum Beach • Newer roof, paint inside, laminate flooring throughout, new tile & updated bathrooms. • 2” x 6” construction, great room concept, vaulted ceiling & woodstove. 1.5 acre property.

October 30 - 5-8pm

For the Weekend of October 31 & November 1

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250.951.6678 250.924.4601 855.278.5924 drumming@460realty.com www.dalerumming.ca parksvillemobilehomes.com

MLS # 382130

Find the property you have been searching for at: timpeligren.point2agent.com

OPEN HOUSE Sunday November 1st, 11-2pm $324,900

731 NEWCASTLE AVE

KEVIN CARL

250.240.2745

SHOPPING FOR A REALTOR? call kevin clayton

• 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom • 0.54 acres, southern exposure • 2 storage sheds

Phone 250-947-9900

susan@susanforrest.com

314 E.Island Hwy. Parksville • 250-248-8371

A32

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

CRAFT FAIRS

ROBERT W. HAMLY December 28, 1926 – October 16, 2015

With sadness we announce Bob’s passing on Friday, Oct, 16, 2015. He is survived and will be dearly missed by Merle, devoted wife of 65 years, daughter Lynn (Peter) Stary, grandchildren Lisa and Thomas Stary and step-grandson Sam Galpin. He was predeceased by his daughter Joanne. Bob was born in Edmonton, Alberta on December 28, 1926 to Avis and Colvin Hamly. As a young man he took to the skies, first as a glider pilot, then flying small power planes and finally building a plane with a couple of friends. Beginning his working life in his family’s printing business Bob took on a variety of jobs. However, he and Merle had always wanted to run their own business and in 1964 moved their family to Vancouver, BC, where they started a tool rental company. As their first business grew they added a tableware rental company and succeeded with both. In 1996 Bob and Merle retired to Qualicum Beach where they were active with the Probus Club and volunteered with COPS (Citizens on Patrol). Bob was a thoughtful person, with a dry but gentle sense of humour. He was always ready to help when he saw a need, and enjoyed the many friends he made in the Oceanside area. Friends and family are invited to a Celebration of Life to be held in Bob’s honour in his home at 727 Banwell Court, Qualicum Beach, on Saturday, November 21, from 2 pm to 5 pm. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the charity of your choice. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca

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Parksville Lioness Xmas Craft Fair. Nov 7. 10:00 am-3:00 pm @ Parksville Community & Conference Centre. 132 Jensen St. E. Parksville, BC. 80 Craft Tables - Xmas Music - Lioness Luncheon available

Roland “Rolly” Phillip Nelson August 17, 1927 to October 23, 2015

On Friday, October 23, 2015, Rolly passed away peacefully at Beacon Hill Villa in Victoria, BC. He lived a long and full life of 88 years and will be mourned by many. Rolly was predeceased by his parents and his brother, Harold. He is survived by his two brothers: David (Mae) and Clifton (Gerry); his sister Gweneth (Jim); his life partner; Lorna; his children Darryl (Jan), Ardath (Kellie), Douglas, Howard, Susanne and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A service to honour his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2015 at Sands Funeral Chapel, 1803 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC with a visitation preceding the service 10:00 a.m.-noon. The burial will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 6, 2015 at Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens, 2347 Cedar Road, Cedar, BC. To honour his memory donations may be made to The Gideons International. Condolences to the family may be shared on-line at sandsfuneral.com/victoria.

COMING EVENTS

BRADLEY CENTRE

Members and guests

Luncheon

EDWARD JAMES (Jim) CORBETT July 22, 1940 October 14, 2015 E.J. (Jim) Corbett passed away at the age of 75 on October 14, 2015. Jim was predeceased by his wife, Joyce, on July 10, 2011. In Jim’s own words: “I spent 28 years in the Royal Canadian Signals Corps, and enjoyed traveling to many different places in the world and working all different jobs in each place. It was a good life”.

Eileen Campbell

November 7, 1940 – October 10, 2015

A Celebration of Life is being held in Erich’s honour starting at 4:00 pm on Saturday, November 7th in the lounge at the Qualicum Beach Curling Club, 644 Memorial Ave in Qualicum Beach. It would have been his 75th birthday. Family, friends, and customers from Magnum Motors are invited to come and share memories and raise a toast to Erich.

May he find peace and live on in the hearts and memories of those who loved and cherished him.

There will be no service, at Jim’s request. Private family cremation. Condolences may be offered at: www.telfords burialandcremation centre.com Seventy year Port Alberni resident, Eileen Campbell joined the love of her life and husband Roy on Thursday, October 22, 2015 at a very alive 93 years of age. Eileen was born in Winnipeg then moved to Victoria at the age of twelve. Immediately after Roy returned from the war, she gave up her wartime job at the shipyards of Victoria and then moved to Port Alberni, where they raised their family. Eileen is survived by her sister Winifred Richards and family, as well as her loving daughters Susan (Barry) Cross and Janet Stanhope; four grandchildren: Lee (Sarah); Jared (Courtney); Tyler (Violet) and Daniel (Kristina & her daughter Mishelle); seven great-grandchildren: Jaymie, Jeremy, Connor, Katie, Keatyn, Landyn, Bryden; and was eagerly awaiting her eighth. In keeping with Eileen’s wish to never impose, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy can be made in Eileen’s memory to a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.chapelofmemories.ca

To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

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Erich passed away peacefully at NRGH on Saturday, October 10, 2015 surrounded by loved ones. He was beloved by many, far and wide and was a true adventurer, generous, big hearted, true to his word, and honest to a fault. Born in Germany, Erich immigrated to Toronto where he ran two successful businesses before immigrating to Sydney, Australia. He was predeceased by his first wife, Nora whom he nursed until her passing in Italy at a young age. Erich then returned to Vancouver and married Gwen, mother of his sons Anton and Ryan, before finally settling in Qualicum Beach. He leaves behind to mourn his passing his sons, Anton and Ryan; sisters, Edeltraud, Gisela, and Irmgard; brother, Manfred; Godmother of his two sons, Andrea; and many nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the medical professionals at NRGH, especially the ICU team, and the staff at Yates Funeral Service for their caring and compassion at this difficult time. In keeping with Erich’s wishes the family respectfully request no flowers or cards be sent. Those wishing to honour Erich’s memory may do so by performing a “random act of kindness” - it is how he would have wanted to be remembered.

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NEW to the area? Call for your FREE package of info, gifts & greetings. Pat: 250-248-7119 Parksville Kamla: 250-752-7458 Qualicum Beach

The most Famous Baskets in the World! www.welcomewagon.ca IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, that’s your business. Want to STOP, we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous. 1-800-883-3968

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

JEAN B. BYER (nee Rafter) June 30, 1924 - October 19, 2015

Jean Byer, formerly of Edmonton, Alberta, passed away peacefully in Parksville, BC, on Monday, October 19, 2015 at the age of 91 years. Predeceased by her husband Stan, and siblings Tom, Dorothy and Rita, Jean is survived by her son Doug (Leeanna), grandchildren Teresa (Jeff Engel), Dan and Sarah, and niece Lynn Hughes and nephew Alan Hughes, and their families. A faithful Blue Jays fan, Jean’s wit and sense of humour will be missed by all who knew her. The family especially wishes to thank the wonderful team at Stanford Place - Fairview Unit, who cared for Jean for the past eleven months. Be at peace, dear lady. A remembrance will be held for Jean in Edmonton at a later date.

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

HELP WANTED

FINANCIAL SERVICES

DRYWALL

GARDENING

HAULING AND SALVAGE

APPLIANCES

PETRO CANADA in Qualicum Beach requires a P/T full-service gas attendant. Please drop resumes off in person or email: darda1@telus.net

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

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

WAYNEâ€™S HAUL-AWAY. Will haul away unwanted whatever. Also, small engine repair. Bondable. 250-752-1639.

GARDENING

IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

INFORMATION

LABOURERS SEASONAL FARM WORKERS NEEDED at

Bergen Farms to start February, 2016. 40 60 hrs/wk $10.49/hr. Work includes planting, weeding, pruning, harvesting fruit, and other farm work. Work is outdoors in all weather conditions & physically demanding.

Fax resumes to: 250-752-7566.

PERSONAL SERVICES

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

FALL LAWN & Garden Services. Yard clean-ups, hedges, mowing, rubbish removal. Oceanside Lawn & Garden. Call (250)240-1116. HEDGES AND SHRUB Pruning. Over 25 years exp. Call Ted (250)228-6682.

DON the HANDYMAN

HOME CARE SUPPORT HEALTH CARE Aide looking for clients who require in home care, respite, outings & more. Call Barb 250-228-8163

Serving Oceanside since 1977 Islandflyfishing@gmail.com

FOR GREAT Rates call Buds Handyman Service. Gutter and yard cleaning, yard maintenance, exterior painting, junk removal. No job too small! Call Rob for your free quote today, (250)739-2223.

Calling all BB Members! The most trusted businesses on Vancouver Island advertise in the annual BBB Directory.

SHIFT worker needing CHILD CARE for 10 years old boy, at my home. Nights 1-830-0815, for 5-7 nights/month. Call (250)668-8801.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

FARM WORKERS SEASONAL LABOURERSneeded for mid January, 2015. 40-60 hrs per wk. $10.33/hr for hand weeding, shovel work, working in dirt & vine covered fields. Potato and cranberry harvest, grading potatoes. Fax resume to Echo Valley Farms at 250-752-6277 or email to: echovalleyfarms@hotmail.com

HELP WANTED

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

HAULING AND SALVAGE

PAINTER REQ. for Mid-Island area. Requirement for this position 2-3 yr post secondary education at community college/inst. & 2-5 yr apprenticeship training or 3-4 yr secondary & more than 2 yrs on the job training. Job duties include all aspects of interior/exterior paint application and thorough prep. including sanding, filling caulking & priming..Scaffolding, lift work & all ladder height work also applies. Resume required. $23./hr perm. f/t. Required asap. Can Paint #1 437 Pym Street. Parksville 250-927-0844 or andyscho2000@yahoo.com

PLACES OF WORSHIP

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

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE ARROWSMITH GOLF passes for sale. 13 - 18 hole @ $18. each and 39 - 9 hole @ $9. each. Call 250-752-2263.

RV RENT to own. $575.00 2006 32ft long 250-248-2973.

COMPUTER SERVICES

LEGALS

REAL ESTATE

BUYDENS COMPUTERS PC Repair & Personal Tutoring. Call Kevin @ 250-240-7372.

DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN

COMPUTER TUTOR with lots of experience & patience. Senior rates available. Call Joyce at 250-248-5914.

Applicant: Southern Railway of Vancouver Island Ltd. (SVI), PO Box 581, 7 Port Way, Nanaimo BC V9R 5L3 (250) 754-9222. Al Kutaj, Roadmaster. (250) 754-9222 ext 28 or (250) 754-5318

Application #: SVI-PMP-2015

CRAFT FAIRS

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COMING EVENTS

Lunch available. No entry fee.

COMING EVENTS

The purpose of the proposed Pest Management Plan (PMP) is to control vegetation, including noxious weeds and invasive plants, on track ballast, station grounds, railway yards, and around buildings, shops, material storage areas, signals and switches using the principles of integrated pest management. The PMP applies to areas located within the Capital, Cowichan Valley, Nanaimo and Comox Valley Regional Districts. The PMP applies to all property managed by SVI located within the vicinity of the communities of Victoria, Langford, Malahat, Shawnigan Lake, Cobble Hill, Koksilah, Duncan, North Cowichan, Chemainus, Ladysmith, Cassidy, South Wellington, Nanaimo, Lantzville, Nanoose Bay, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Dunsmuir, Deep Bay, Buckley Bay, Union Bay, Royston and Courtenay. The pest management methods proposed for use for vegetation control include hand pulling, manual trimming, brush cutting, mechanical mowing, ballast and surfacing and tamping, stripping and revegetation, and the use of pesticides. The use of pesticides (herbicides) is intended within the proposed PMP area. The common name and examples of the trade names of the herbicides proposed for use under this plan include: aminopyralid (Milestone), chlorsulfuron (Telar), dicamba (Vanquish), diflufenzopyr (Overdrive), diuron (Karmex DF), flumioxazin (Payload), glyphosate (Vantage Plus Max), imazapyr (Arsenal), indaziflam (Esplanade SC), metsulfuron methyl (Escort), triclopyr (Garlon XRT), and the adjuvants Hasten and Siloxylated polyether. Herbicide application methods include: foliar and soil applications using backpack and handheld sprayer, handgun, boom sprayer (mounted on a hi-rail vehicle), wick/wipe-on and squirt bottle. The proposed duration of the PMP is from March 31, 2016 to March 31, 2021. A draft copy of the proposed PMP and maps of the proposed treatment areas may be examined in detail at SVI., 7 Port Way, Nanaimo BC V9R 5L3, online at http://www.sryraillink.com/vancouver-island-service/ pest-management-program/ or by contacting the Applicant listed above. â€œA person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant within 30 days of the publication of this noticeâ€?

DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN Application #: SVI-PMP-2015

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HOBBIES & CRAFTS

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DINING ROOM Suite Honey Oak. oval table 42x80 w/2 16â€? leafs, 2 arm & 4 side chairs neutral Khaki Suede seats. China cabinet 64â€? w x 82â€? h. Interior light, glass shelves. Pristine condition. Asking $900. 250-586-9556

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

Sat. Nov. 7th â€˘ 10am - 3pm

FIND YOUR SOULS REST

FURNITURE

Danâ€™s Clean-up & Haul Away Service. Truck for hire. Call Dan @ 250-228-3364

Parksville / Qualicum KAIROS

AUGUSTINE SAID, â€œMY SOUL IS RESTLESS UNTIL IT FINDS ITâ€™S REST IN THEE.â€?

1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251

References available. Qualicum, Parksville, & Nanoose Ph: 250-468-5406

PLACES OF WORSHIP

M OXFORD Home/Commercial Renoâ€™s & Painting. Decks, Sheds, Hardwood & Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guaranteed. Fully insured. (250)228-5204.

FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom

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

#,!33)&)%$Ă–!$3Ă–7/2+ $BMM AUTO FINANCING-Same Day Approval. Dream Catcher Auto Financing 1-800-910-6402 or www.PreApproval.cc

â€œLITTLE AZTECâ€? PaintingProfessional. Good rates. Free quote. Joseâ€™ (250)594-6611.

Sales & Service.

ALL TYPES of Hauling; garden waste, garden junk & all appliances. Same day service. Call (250)240-1116.

CLEAN LIVING Home & Office- Reliable, bondable, 17 yrs exp. $25/hr. 250-588-5792. EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER.

Interior Heavy Equipment Operator School. Real World Tasks. Weekly start dates. GPS Training! Funding Options. Already have experience? Need certification proof? Call 1-866-399-3853 or IHESHOOL.com

A STROKE ABOVE Painting LTD- Spring is Here! Give your home a fresh new look & go from drab to fab! Book early to avoid disappointment. Commercial & Residential. Interior/Exterior. WCB. Insured. Call Dave, 250-240-2310.

Ph: 250-586-3330 C: 250-927-1715

Reserve Now!

CHILDCARE

PAINTING

No Job to BIG No Job to SMALL Home & Yard Care I will take care of your home and your yard like it is my own! Semi retired carpenter

Call Nicole 250.885.8518

ART/MUSIC/DANCING

Call Ted Shaw 250-228-6682.

HANDYPERSONS

BBB Start with Trust

PIANO LESSONS; Formal or informal, all ages, a variety of methods. Exercise your brain! Senior Discounts. In your home or mine. Call Gina (250)927-3005.

Itâ€™s time to Winterize... Convert your systems to Micro or Drip for next yearâ€™s drought. âœąSave Money, Water and have healthy plants!

BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES

#110-198 EAST ISLAND HIGHWAY 250.248.3205 www.careercentre.org The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

Applicant: Southern Railway of Vancouver Island Ltd. (SVI), PO Box 581, 7 Port Way, Nanaimo BC V9R 5L3 (250) 754-9222 Agent: SMC Consulting, 1582 Lawrence Avenue, Penticton BC V2A 3C1 Tel/Fax: (250) 492-6193 e-mail: smcconsulting@shaw.ca The purpose of the proposed Pest Management Plan (PMP) is to control vegetation, including noxious weeds and invasive plants, on track ballast, station grounds, railway yards, and around buildings, shops, material storage areas, signals and switches using the principles of integrated pest management. The PMP applies to areas located within the Capital, Cowichan Valley, Nanaimo and Comox Valley Regional Districts. The PMP applies to all property managed by SVI located within the vicinity of the communities of Victoria, Langford, Malahat, Shawnigan Lake, Cobble Hill, Koksilah, Duncan, North Cowichan, Chemainus, Ladysmith, Cassidy, South Wellington, Nanaimo, Lantzville, Nanoose Bay, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Dunsmuir, Deep Bay, Buckley Bay, Union Bay, Royston and Courtenay. The pest management methods proposed for use for vegetation control include hand pulling, manual trimming, brush cutting, mechanical mowing, ballast and surfacing and tamping, stripping and revegetation, and the use of pesticides. The use of pesticides (herbicides) is intended within the proposed PMP area. The common name and examples of the trade names of the herbicides proposed for use under this plan include: aminopyralid (Milestone), chlorsulfuron (Telar), dicamba (Vanquish), diflufenzopyr (Overdrive), diuron (Karmex DF), flumioxazin (Payload), glyphosate (Vantage Plus Max), imazapyr (Arsenal), indaziflam (Esplanade SC), metsulfuron methyl (Escort), triclopyr (Garlon XRT), and the adjuvants Hasten and Siloxylated polyether. Herbicide application methods include: foliar and soil applications using backpack and handheld sprayer, handgun, boom sprayer (mounted on a hi-rail vehicle), wick/wipe-on and squirt bottle. The proposed duration of the PMP is from March 31, 2016 to March 31, 2021. A draft copy of the proposed PMP and maps of the proposed treatment areas may be examined in detail at SVI., 7 Port Way, Nanaimo BC V9R 5L3, online at http://www.sryraillink.com/vancouver-island-service/ pest-management-program/ or by contacting the Agent listed above. â€œA person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant (c/o SMC Consulting, Agent, at the address listed above), within 30 days of the publication of this noticeâ€?

The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, Thursday, October 29, 29,2015 2015 RENTALS

RENTALS

ACREAGE

HOMES FOR RENT

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

STORAGE

DT PARKSVILLE: House to rent for senior/mature $1200 Avail. Nov 1st & Coombs acreage mobile home for rent avail. Nov 1st $900 senior/mature 250-248-2973

5 BDRMS- 2.5 bath, R/V parking, $1650+utils. 1 block to Wembly Mall. Minimum 1 year lease. Call 1-604-626 7351.

HAWTHORNE PLACE 750 Memorial Ave. Qualicum Beach, BC 250-752-4217

PARKSVILLE. MORNINGSTAR Golf Course. Executive townhome. One level, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1900 sqft. Beautifully Furnished & equipped. Natural gas F/P, in-floor radiant heating, Newly renoâ€™d & painted including granite throughout. NS/NP. Oversize garage, storage. $1650. 250-468-9200 Go to blog to view pics/ info: 948standrewslane.blogspot.ca

Independent Retirement Living with Supportive Services

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

APARTMENT/CONDO

MOILLIET MANOR Clean, Quiet, Secure Senior Oriented Elevator Community Room Wait List Available

Call 250-248-9322 NEW, sunny 1175 sq.ft suite Nanoose, $1000 per month: Heat, Hydro, W/D, Cable, WiFi. Prefer no pets & NS. 250 468-2370 PARKSVILLE DOWNTOWN 1 bdrm senior housing suite. Approx. 500 sq ft w/storage closet & balcony. Lrg bathrm w/walk-in shower. Ocean & mountain views. No vehicle parking. Scooter storage in bldg. N/S, N/P. Avail Dec 1st. $915/mo. 250-248-9154 PARKSVILLE: EMERALD Estates, 1 bdrm, 1 bath condo with walk in shower. Call Val (250)752-6926 for more info.

OFFICE/RETAIL Retail / Professional Location for Lease in Qualicum Beach. 865 sq.ft. good exposure on Beach Road. Phone 250 248 6504

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

ATTENTION!

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

Owners & Tenants

DOWNTOWN PARKSVILLE. 1-bdrm suite in 4-plex. New kitchen, bath, flooring, paint. N/P, N/S. $850. Avail Nov. 1st. Call (250)752-3425.

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PARKSVILLE LEGION avail. for any function. Coffee, lunches optional. Call Laura for availability 250-248-5633.

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â€œSuch a wonderful family atmosphereâ€? â€œ A loving caring communityâ€? Two bedroom bright and spacious suite available now with a great service package and more... All at affordable monthly rates, convenient in-town location

WANTED TO RENT Wanted: 1 Bedroom Apartment $700-750 Non smokingnon drinking. Small dog or not #250-248-5047

TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING

250-752-4217

SHARED ACCOMMODATION â€œWANTEDâ€? TWO PERSONS to share 3 bedroom rancher that has been totally remodeled inside and outside. Could be a couple, single mother with a child, two women, man & woman or seniors. Downtown Qualicum Beach & walking distance to everything! Drive by 175 4th Ave W. and take a look! If interested. Phone Barrie @ 250-816-1946. A dog is allowed if in the rental agreement & you agree to pay for any damage that the dog does immediately.You can move in right away and start your payment Dec 1st.

Please go to http://careers.nic.bc.ca for further criteria, required qualiďŹ cations and information on how to apply to posting #101016

AUTO SERVICES

Seat Repairs, Vinyl Tops, Convertibles, Carpets, Headliners, Motorbike Seats

250-586-2015

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HIGH SCHOOL fOOtbaLL

Ballenas Whalers must beat NDSS Senior team looking to come back from injury, juniors on a great roll this season T yson Taylor

“We’ve been hit hard with injuries,” Seselja said. “Not just that there’s been a good number of injuries but they’ve all been to our senior players too.” “The players who’ve been able to stay healthy, they’ve done well in stepping up and trying to help this team win with our guys injured. Having Garrin back in our lineup allows us to get back to being a little more comfortable in our positions and gives us a real good chance at winning the game too.”

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If the Ballenas Whalers senior football team wants to make the playoffs this season, Friday night’s game against the NDSS Islanders is a must win. The Whalers will take to the Merle Logan turf field in Nanaimo for some “Friday night lights” action tomorrow, looking to keep their playoff hopes alive at the expense of the Islanders. Having been riddled with the injury bug through their season so far, the Whalers will be getting starting quarterback Garrin McDonnell back in the lineup this week, which will give them an offensive boost. “Getting Garrin back is big for us,” co-ordinator Mike Seselja said. “These guys know it’s a must win game for us this weekend if we want to have a shot at making the playoffs.” “If we can win this one, that’ll give us a boost in confidence and allow us to get a couple more players back from injury heading into the playoffs,” Seselja said. “They know what’s at stake here and we just need to prepare ourselves the best we can for that game on Friday night.” Coming off a bye week, the Whalers got some extra practice time in over the last two weeks and allowed some extra time for injured players to do what they could to heal up to return to game action. The last time the Whalers were on the field, they took a 35-7 loss at the hands

tySOn tayLOr PHOtO

Garrin McDonnell and the senior Ballenas Whalers will look to keep their playoff hopes alive as they take on the NDSS Islanders tomorrow night in Nanaimo.

of the Carson Graham Eagles at home. With McDonnell back in the lineup, the

offense will be one step closer to looking like its old self once again.

*** • On the junior side of the ball, the junior Whalers have been on a role as of late and were looking to continue that streak heading into action Wednesday afternoon against their rival Barsby Bulldogs (score not available at press time). Undefeated so far this season, the junior Whalers have found success everytime out on the field and will look to solidify their chance at hosting a playoff game. “We’ve been playing really good,” junior coach Jeremy Conn said. “We’re excited for this one, rematch games are always exciting and especially against Barsby.” “They’re bigger than we are, they’re pretty good too and they’re well disciplined. My hope is that our guys aren’t over confident heading into the game but that they’re confident enough in knowing that they have what it takes to beat them.”

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Softball girls working on their skills indoors T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com

Softball season might have wrapped up a few months ago but there was plenty of action last weekend at the Arbutus Meadows indoor facility in Nanoose Bay. With the turf in place, close to 70 girls in different age groups have been tuning up their game

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this off-season. “We’ve had a few of these sessions now so we’re really happy with how they’ve turned out,” Ian Kellow, Oceanside Softball coach said. “Being able to bring in girls from around the Island and having them all learn from various coaches on the Island has been great.” “We’ve even been fortunate

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enough to have Rob Geunter, the pitching coach with the Canadian women’s national team, come out and give the girls some lessons too, so they’re all happy to get to keep playing and learn some new things in the process.” For Kellow and his fellow coaches, it’s all about spreading the word about the game of softball and trying to reach out to

those who might show interest but aren’t quite sure if they want to join or not. “A lot of the girls here already play,” Kellow said. “But we’ve integrated a learn-to-play portion into all of this as well, so for the girls who are new to the game or want to learn how to play, they can come in here and feel right at home.”

“We’ve got some good numbers here in the Oceanside area alone, along with the other districts on the Island as well. But having more people interested in the game will only help grow the sport further and further and ultimately, that’s what we’re putting these weekend clinics on for.” See PlayerS buSy, page A38

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QB golfer Ericksen in the money in Spain T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com

Qualicum Beach’s Brayden Eriksen is off to a strong start in his first tournament on the Gecko Golf Tour in Spain. Competing in the first of six tournaments through the next six weeks, Eriksen sits at five under through two rounds, making the cut and sitting five shots off the lead heading into the final day of play. Eriksen was the opening day leader for the tournament, firing a round of 68 (-4). He was one under on the second

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day,, shooting 71. With 71 golfers in the field, Eriksen finished in the top 20 through the first two days of the tournament, making the cut for the final round and guaranteeing himself a finish in the money in his very first tournament on the Gecko Tour. “It’s been good so far,” Eriksen said from his residence in Spain. “It’s a nice way to start off the Gecko Tour and the first tournament of the season for sure.” “I’ve still got one more round to play, so I’m hoping to have another solid round like the first two and finish well.”

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The weekend was a huge success, with the number of girls that came out and the number of coaches that came to help with various aspects of the game from pitching, hitting, base running and everything in between. There was even a chance to check out the Parksville Royals getting in some work with members of the UBC Thunderbirds baseball team in between the girls practice time.

“There was lots going on there this weekend,” Kellow said. “We’re really lucky to have a facility like this so close, being able to make use of it just allows us to further push our season past the normal time we’re scheduled to practise and play.” “We get to come indoors when the weather gets bad and we know that we’ll be able to have a place like this, where other teams come to practice as well, that will accom-

modate us and allow the girls to enjoy themselves,” Kellow said. “It’s pretty awesome.” With softball season kicking off in March, there will be another weekend session ahead of the start of the season, giving players one more chance to dust off their cleats and break in their gloves before getting their season underway. Anyone looking for more information can check out www.oceansidegirlssoftball.com.

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KSS soccer team on to North Island Kwalikum Kondors beat Gulf Island Scorpions to earn first position T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com

Chalk up another victory for the Kwalikum Kondors senior boys soccer team as they beat the Gulf Island Scorpions by a score of 6-3, clinching the first overall position for the North Island tournament. Daniel Doukakis, who found the back of the net three times for the Kondors, once again paced the Kondors on their way to victory. Jacob Watson scored twice to go along with two assists and Tyler Lucente placed a beautiful header past the Scorpions keeper off a cross from Tony Trozzo to round out the scoring for the Kondors. “It was a great win,” head coach Butch Gayton said. “We had a good little trip over to Salt Spring Island, getting off the bus and heading straight to the

Our bench, which has been stepping up big time lately, played very well in this one also which is a nice thing to have for any team. Butch Gayton

field for our little 15 minute warm up and away we went.” “I was happy to see that we came out hard against them in the first half the way we did, the boys showed very well,” Gayton said. “Our bench, which has been stepping up big time lately, played very well in this one also which is a nice thing to have for any team.” The Kondors will now shift their focus to the North Island tournament, which kicks off on Tuesday at Merle Logan field in Nanaimo.

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LIONS AND TITANS OH MY: Braden Jupe (with ball) and the Oceanside Lions (8-11 year olds) cruised to a 24-0 victory over the Barsby Bulldogs this past weekend. The Oceanside Titans (12-13 year olds) were also in action, posting a 13-0 shutout victory over the Barsby Bulldogs. Both teams are back in action this Sunday against Ladysmith (11 a.m.) at Springwood Park in Parksville.

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However, here are some quick initial position in the model pecking order, lists at In terms of tech toys, the optional touchscreen/audio observations, first on performance. just $15,750 (excluding taxes). The loaded system is compatible with Android Auto2 and Apple Two new engines are introduced: a 2.0-litre i-VTEC Touring version doesn’t come close to 30 grand with its CarPlay3 thus enabling you to connect your smart power plant propels the base DX with the assistance base sticker price of $26,990. phone seamlessly. Wireless charging is also an option! of a six-speed manual transmission. 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The “Civic is a vehicle that Canadians have grown to trust. of java and your tablet of EX-T and Touring versions get This tenth generation model will continue to set a choice. the turbocharged 1.5-litre new benchmark in the compact class with fun-to-drive Honda Sensing safety and DOHC direct-injected engine performance, fuel efficiency and safety performance, driver-assistive technologies Honda Civic circa 1977… 1.5-litre together with a new level of refinement,” said a proud are available and a closer look The anticipated fuel economy Jerry Chenkin, president and CEO, Honda Canada Inc. at those will feature in our full ratings for the 1.5 with CVT is expected to be around “Canadians can also take pride in knowing that every review. A novelty that will be appreciated in colder 7.6/5.5/6.7 (L/100km) (city/highway/combined) and for Civic coupe, sedan and Si model sold in Canada is made climes will be the remote start option that, in addition, the 2.0/CVT 7.8/5.8/6.9 (L/100km). right here in Ontario, for Canadians, by Canadians.” automatically sets the car temperature to 22 degrees The Touring trim tester I spun through rural Ontario More than 4.5 million Civics have been built at the Celsius. Toasty. drew its zip from the impressive 1.5-litre turbo unit. It facility since 1988 and sales in Canada exceed 1.89 keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca moved smoothly through a much-improved CVT when million units. The sedan is the first in a series of

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PICKS OF THE WEEK Dennis M’s Pick dennism@joecunninghamford.com

Feature Pick 2007 FORD F-350 LARIAT 4x4 This Crew Cab F-350 has had over $6,000 spent on updates including injectors and the turbo. If you’re looking for a truck that is clean and one that has been well maintained by its previous owner with records to prove then this truck is the one you’ve been waiting for. 206,000 kms. Stock # 15199B

19,877

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2014 FORD FOCUS

2014 FORD F-150

TITANIUM

Market Price $

19,815

Gorgeous looking car, fully loaded with moonroof, heated leather seats and a 2.0L 4cyl. engine. 20,246 kms. Stock # 93655

99 Bi-Weekly

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2008 FORD MUSTANG

LIMITED 4x4

48,963

264 Bi-Weekly

Eric’s Pick

266 Bi-Weekly

Dennis P’s Pick

2014 FORD F-150

24,288 kms. Stock # 15152A

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Market Price

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147 Bi-Weekly

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2011 FORD ESCAPE

AWD SPORT

Market Price $

34,812

188 Bi-Weekly

73,867 kms. Stock # 93662

2013 FORD EDGE

58,559 kms. Stock # 15325A

Market Price

20,858

This is a “jewel”, low kilometers and obviously garage kept. Summer ride at a winter price.

Shea’s Pick

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22” wheels and new tires with AWD for your winter fun. White with black accents making you look great everywhere you go!

Market Price

54,998

This big & beautiful F-150 has the best lift kit that money can buy! V8 powered with leather seating.

Raff’s Pick

This local, well maintained F-150 has had no accidents & is loaded with tons of features that you are sure to enjoy! 45,123 kms. Stock # 16003A

142 Bi-Weekly

XLT 4x4

Market Price $

15,931

This gorgeous one owner Escape is a true gem and has been maintained meticulously. 100,684 kms. Stock # 93659A

99 Bi-Weekly

Smart people read the fine print. All loans are open loans that can be paid out early without penalty. Prices and payments are plus applicable taxes and administration of $399.00. Bi-weekly payments calculated at 5.99% with 20% cash or trade as a down payment, other configurations available OAC. Stock number, term and total obligation are: Stock #15199B - 60 mo - $18,443, Stock #93659A - 72 mo - $15,206, Stock #93662 - 60 mo -$19,354, Stock #15325A - 84 mo - $34,168, Stock #16003A - 84 mo - $48,058, Stock #15152A - 96 mo - $55,495, Stock #93655 - 96 mo - $19,994.

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