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While health officials across the country agree expanding home care will best serve a growing senior population, the total number of home-care hours declined in three out of five health regions in B.C. That’s one of the findings in the inaugural report on seniors’ services by B.C. Seniors’ Advocate Isobel Mackenzie, Monitoring Seniors’ Services, released late last month. The report found the total hours of home support delivered to clients was down four per cent on Vancouver Island, where the senior population is growing. Parksville Qualicum Beach is one of the oldest communities in Canada with a median age of 63.9. Mackenzie said there has been an increase in seniors served by home-care workers in most regions, but the hours received by each has declined. She said the data on hours reflects what she has heard from seniors around the province, who report that their home-care services are being reduced. “That’s a big problem,” said Alberni Pacific Rim MLA Scott Fraser. “Home support is key for senior care. Most people don’t want to leave their home. They want to stay at home as long as possible for quality of life. This (report) shows home support is trending down though the number of clients is increasing.” Fraser credits the government with the creation of a seniors’ advocate office, which he called “positive.” B.C. is the only province in the country with a seniors’ advocate. See DISAPPOINTMENT, APPLAUSE, page A15

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The subject of complaints from neighbours for 13 years, a house at the corner of Pym and Soriel in Parksville now has a demolition order placed on it by city council. The house at 526 Pym Street was the site of a fire in October of last year. On Monday night, council unani-

mously passed a motion deeming the property unsafe and ordering it demolished — along with the removal of all materials — within 30 days. The city now has the authority to do the work and bill the owner if the order is not followed. There were no comments from councillors Monday night as they

passed the order. After the fire in late October, neighbour Al Bryans spoke about his frustration related to the house. “I tried to declare the place a fire hazard because of all the junk,” said Bryans. “It was just one hell of a mess but we couldn’t get anything done.” See OFFICIALS EXPRESS, page A8

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A little building with a lot of history in Qualicum Beach may be saved. As council prepared for the final votes to rezone a small, two-storey residential lot in the downtown Village Neighbourhood, they heard a request from Wendy Maurer on behalf of the the Qualicum Beach Museum and Historical Society. “The museum is always interested in finding additional room for storage and displays,” she told council, “and we believe that, should the building be in suitable condition, it would be an asset to the museum.” She said the building, which was built behind the house at 184 First Avenue as a refuge for the woman of the house when she was diagnosed with tuberculosis, is a good representative of small buildings in the area. Coun. Anne Skipsey had also previously highlighted the building’s history.

“It was also used as a preschool for many years,” she said. “I know that because I happened to attend preschool there.” Mauer said there don’t appear to be any other similar little buildings they would be able to move. The museum had already been working with the property owner to photograph and memorialize the roughly 100-year-old house and had the owner’s permission to remove the building, Mauer said. Since the town owns the museum property, they need town permission and hope for help moving the building. Mauer said they already have items in mind that could be displayed in the outbuilding and they have a space for it on the small lot where they could back the building in. Meanwhile, town council unanimously passed third reading to allow the old house to be replaced by two duplexes, four residential units of approximately 130 sq.m (1,400 sq.ft.) each. See COUNCIL VOTES, page A9 WiFi

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the art of evolution

What’s in the eye of the beholder? Artists, businesses scramble in wake of tumbling sales of original art

(Editor’s note: This is the first in a three-part series exploring the changing face of arts in the Parksville Qualicum Beach region.) J.R. RaRdon reporter@pqbnews.com

hortly before Christmas, Dee Aguilar stood in the middle of her Oceanside Village Resort Gallery in Parksville, a bright, airy space filled with high-end sculpture, painting and photography, but utterly devoid of customers. “We have some of the best artists around. I feel I’m letting them down by not selling their work,” said Aguilar. “We need something miraculous now or we’re going to lose this place.” But there was no Christmas miracle on Resort Drive. Aguilar, facing declining traffic and sales and unable to make her rent payment, closed the gallery at the end of 2015, after two years in business. Almost as much as its resorts, wide beaches and retirees, the Parksville Qualicum Beach region is known for its vibrant arts community and array of galleries. But when it comes to art, can there be too much of a good thing? Factors ranging from economics to demographics to building design, along with the ever-evolving impact of the World Wide Web, are changing the way art is If you’re choosing between bought, sold and displayed. This shift a piece of art or a loaf of is creating winners bread, that’s not much of and losers in the a choice business of art in Corrine james Parksville Qualicum Beach, even as the number of people creating art appears to be on the upswing. The closure of Oceanside Village Resort Gallery followed the 2014 closure of Art Worx Gallery in Qualicum Beach. Aguilar’s friend and fellow gallery owner, Jane Davidson, temporarily closed her home-based Gallery of Artisans in Parksville, with plans to re-open for the tourist season. One closure might just be tossed off as a failed business model; after all, art galleries open and close all the time. But artists and gallery operators across the region say there

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has been an observable drop in the amount of art being purchased locally. Nobody can seem to identify a single cause. Among the range of potential culprits cited are a glut of local artists and art on the market; the predominant demographic of newly arriving retirees who are downsizing and shedding possessions; open-concept housing designs that open views by eliminating wall space where art might be hung; the advent of Internet sales, where art can be purchased without ever stepping into a gallery; and, of course, that all-time favourite: economics. “Art is a luxury item,” said Corinne James, director of The Old School House Arts Centre (TOSH) in Qualicum Beach. “If you’re choosing between a piece of art or a loaf of bread, that’s not much of a choice.” TOSH is a membership-based arts community located in the former Qualicum Beach schoolhouse. The building offers extensive gallery

space that is filled with works, mostly by local and regional artists, on a rotating monthly basis. But sales of that art are not what keeps TOSH afloat, a shortcoming James said was recognized in late 2001. “We don’t expect the exhibition program to pay for itself,” said James. “There will be times we don’t sell any pieces. We had to diversify to keep (the centre) open.” Along with membership fees, the non-profit society pays for operations through its gift shop, rental of its working artist studios, a Music on Sunday concert series and other special events. That sort of diversification may well become a more common model in the private, commercial gallery business as well. Bonnie Luchtmeijer, co-owner of The Gallery at Qualicum Art Supply in downtown Qualicum Beach, has long been an arts patron and supporter. But her business succeeds by

the grace of sales of art supplies and stationery, not through sales of art in the adjacent gallery. “We’ve cut down on the gallery space significantly, by more than half, in the last year,” said Luchtmeijer. “We found sales weren’t supporting the size of the gallery, no matter how much effort I put in.” “We’ve picked a smaller niche, supporting artists who have supported us through the years.” Certainly, there is no shortage of art — or artists. At its recent monthly meeting at the MAC, the DeCosmos Artists Society drew 50 people on a weekday afternoon for a painting demonstration by Jean Delaney. Qualicum Beach painter Patt Scrivener, who both sells paintings and teaches workshops, essentially saw her bottom line unchanged from 2014 to 2015, even though sales of her original work dropped off noticeably last year. See gallery findS, page A7

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ualicum Beach School of Dance raised nearly $2,800 for a local family while filling Ballenas Secondary School’s Whalebone Theatre with dance, music and fans on Saturday night. Dancing for the Naylors drew dancers from Innovate Dance Arts in Parksville as well as dance schools in Port Alberni, Courtenay and Campbell River. The event raised $2,792.80 to benefit the family of John and Marie Naylor, whose two-year-old son, Samuel, has been battling brain cancer. QBSD owner Shari Selva presented a cheque to the family after the show. For hundreds of community event photos, visit: www.facebook.com/PQBNews

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Gallery finds success in new home Knowing your market here is crucial, and it’s not tourists. We’ve become a destination instead of being in the destination.

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“My workshop sales were up,” she said. “So, overall, my business income was about the same.” Perhaps ironically, Luchtmeijer’s art supplies business is doing better than ever, even as she shrinks her display gallery space. “Because there are so many artists in our area, we do well for that,” said Luchtmeijer. Shane Wilson is an antler carver who relocated to Nanoose Bay from Northern B.C. two years ago. Even though his work is primarily commission-based and he does not rely on gallery exhibits, he has seen the changes in the art market. “I’ve been part of the (Nanoose Bay) studio tour since I got here, but from what I’ve seen, there isn’t a huge appetite for art,” Wilson said. “It could just be correcting; the world was art-centric and art-happy for some time. Before 2008, everything was going great.” At the Parksville Chamber of Commerce Visitors’ Centre, executive director Kim Burden did not have any hard numbers on art

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sales in the region, though he admitted that sales of consignment pieces at the centre dropped a bit over the last year. But that’s not to say every artist is struggling. “I bet some of the artists are doing better than others,” said Burden. “If you’ve got a niche, you’re probably going to do really well. And if you focus your marketing beyond the Parksville Qual-

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business three years ago in downtown Qualicum Beach. She had previously attempted a gallery that closed down after less than two years in business — in the exact Oceanside Village Resort location Aguilar just shuttered. But in Tillman’s view, tourists are seeking an experience, while art buyers will focus on finding the galleries with the pieces they’re after. “Knowing your market here is crucial, and it’s not tourists,” said Tillmar, who operated at the resort in 2007-08 and once had a month when only three people walked through her doors. “We’ve become a destination instead of being in the destination. We’re in the business community, instead of the resort community.” Next week: Seeking success through new models.

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Subdivision considered Project would require changes to official community plan and zoning — it’s parks/rec now AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com

Qualicum Beach town council is considering an 18-lot subdivision on the Eaglecrest Golf Club driving range. The property is currently zoned Parks and Recreation, but the staff report says the official community plan (OCP) suggests nine single family homes would be appropriate in the future. The Cottages at Eaglecrest project would require OCP and zoning changes to single family residential and a doubling of the allowable units. Proponent John Larson said the project was carefully designed to take advantage of the site, orienting the houses for solar efficiency and building as environmentally friendly as possible, including meeting Energy Star requirements. He said the houses will average 167 sq.m (1,800 sq.ft.), which is smaller than the current average for single family homes and called the project important “infill without significant environmental risks,” pointing out there are already municipal utilities available. The density would be 13.23 units per acre, which is higher than the zone’s maximum of 12. The proposal includes beautifying Country Club Drive, with most of the access to the new homes coming from an a new internal street, keeping traffic off the main road. The staff report says there is nothing in the OCP that specifically contradicts the request, leaving the decision in council’s hands. Led by questions from Coun. Barry Avis, council appeared supportive of the project’s

proposal to relocate the overhead wires underground. Council unanimously passed all five motions related to the project, giving first reading to the OCP and zoning amendments and requiring more detailed plans before second reading. The proposal will return for council consideration in the future. Other Qualicum Beach council news: • A public hearing about amending the zoning to allow medical services in Qualicum Commons is scheduled for Monday, February 22 at the beginning of the regular council meeting at 7 p.m. in the town hall council chambers. • Council agreed that management staff will be compensated for extra hours during last summer’s labour dispute “on straight time hours worked at the $57.64 average management rate of pay.” • The annual Qualicum Beach, Beach Day Celebration will take place July 17, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Council asked the Select Committee on Environment and Sustainability to investigate ways the town can work with Broom Busters and other volunteer organizations to make Qualicum Beach the first officially recognized broom-free municipality on Vancouver Island within two years. • Council directed staff to provide an initial support payment of $5,000 to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76 for the Canada 150 community celebration on July 1, 2017. • Council instructed staff to investigate options for a new location for a second community garden to accommodate 50 garden plots. • Council appointed Tom Whitfield to the Heritage Forest Commission for a term ending December 31, 2017. • Avis was appointed as liaison on the St. Mark’s Fair 2016 organizing committee.

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The town’s Advisory Planning Commission recommended approval subject to receiving more details on a number of things like the laneway aesthetics, landscape plan and floor plans. Four people spoke during the public hearing, one speaking against the project for deviating from the official community plan (OCP), two spoke passionately about recognizing and saving some of the plants on the property and a neighbour spoke of concerns about drainage. Director of Planning Luke Sales said the proposed landscaping would capture more of the rainwater and direct it into the storm water system than what’s currently happening. He said staff recommended allowing the projected because “it meets the the town’s long-term development strategy,” and the OCP’s “commitment to intensive uses in the downtown… bringing people and businesses to this area.”

He called it an important infill project, helping move the town towards its long-term goal. He said the lack of commercial — the main deviation from the OCP — “is a recognition of the changing market conditions.” In previous discussions several councillors spoke of there already being retail vacancies in the area. Coun. Neil Horner said there were issues raised at the meeting he would like time to consider, suggesting not voting on final adoption until the next meeting. Coun. Bull Luchtmeijer said that, “since we’ve had the public hearing, council can take no further input, to delay it is probably not the best approach,” but was out-voted. Council will consider final adoption at its Feb. 22 meeting. In response to the project council also asked staff to develop a protocol to memorialize historical buildings within the town.

Crime stats: ‘a revolving door’ AUREN RUVINSKY

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Oceanside RCMP Staff Sergeant Brian Hunter updated Qualicum Beach town council on the year-end statistics for 2015. He highlighted an increase in theft from motor vehicles from 25 to 43 over last year. “We’ve had a real rash of them this year, to put it in perspective the city of Parksville had 229.” (See story page A8) “It’s

quite frustrating for the members of the detachment, we have a bit of a revolving door with our criminals,” Hunter said. “We’ve made well over 10 arrests this year in relation to theft from vehicles, these are folks that are primarily feeding drug habits, they’ve admitted that to us,” adding “several have been arrested multiple times.” Read more of this story: www.pqbnews.com

OPENING FOR MEMBERS ON ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION The term of office for several members of the Advisory Planning Commission (APC) has recently ended. At this time the City will consider applications for new members for the term (2016 - 2017). The City invites applications for a two-year term on the APC. Commission members are appointed pursuant to Section 461 of the Local Government Act and serve without remuneration. The function of the Advisory Planning Commission is to advise Council on matters respecting land use and community planning referred to the Commission by Council or Staff. Applicants with experience in land use planning, architectural design or related fields would be an asset, although this is not a prerequisite. Anyone interested in serving on the Commission should send their application to the attention of Blaine Russell, Director of Community Planning, City of Parksville, PO Box 1390, 100 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville V9P 2H3, email planning@parksville.ca. Applications will be accepted until March 11, 2016 and will then be referred to Council for consideration.

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t’s community/business award season in Parksville Qualicum Beach. Unwilling or unable to spend taxpayers’ money on these specific events, the City of Parksville and Town of Qualicum Beach sit back and watch the respective chambers of commerce take charge of the feelgood festivities. The city and town somehow believe spending money and/or expensive staff time for global issues is a better use of tax money. We received a news release last week telling us the City of Parksville and the Mid Vancouver Island Habitat Enhancement Society will host a free lecture by the executive director of a not-for-profit organization that works with governments to require climate change labels on gas pumps. Meanwhile, the Town of Qualicum Beach grapples with issues related to Syrian refugees and a host of other items beyond their juridiction and/or control. To be fair, the town and city do put money into celebrating their volunteers. But it’s not the Oscars-like celebration these leading citizens deserve. So, it’s left to the chambers of commerce to provide a night that makes these vital residents feel appreciated, with all the appropriate pomp and circumstance. The Parksville and District Chamber of Commerce recently scaled back its program to concentrate exclusively on business awards. Gone are the Glassies, which had a wider mandate, and was supported to a degree by the city. The chamber is a business organization, so fair enough. To its credit, the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce continues to carry the community award ball, including volunteer and citizen of the year, in its program. It’s no small task for the Qualicum chamber. Encouraging nominations, putting together a committee for choosing the winners, meetings — it takes time and effort. It’s not like the chamber is flush with staff who have time for these things. Organizing the community awards dinner gala itself is another big job for the small but feisty chamber staff and a host of volunteer members. Honouring and celebrating good citizens is important. It’s a community-building exercise — by thanking these citizens, we encourage others to volunteer and do other good works in our cities and towns. Our congratulations are offered to all nominees in Parksville and Qualicum Beach this year and our thanks to the chambers for doing this important work. — Editorial by John Harding

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Letters

Why are Island gas prIces up noW? In reference to John Harding’s editorial ‘Ferries and bridges’ (The NEWS, Jan. 28), I offer these comments: Before moving to Qualicum Beach from Vancouver seven months ago, I regularly visited the Parksville Qualicum Beach area over the past 12 years. Each time I drove by an Island gas station, I was surprised to see the gas prices substantially and consistently less than those in Vancouver. I automatically presumed that the gas prices on the Island would be greater than in Vancouver. I then surmised that it was the additional city taxes that “pumped” up Vancouver gas prices. After 12 years of enjoying lower gas prices during my visits to the Island, I find it rather interesting that with all things being equal throughout ongoing gas price fluctuations, this is the first time that I can recall where Vancouver prices are actually attractive in comparison to Parksville Qualicum Beach. Being the “most beautiful place in the country” with associated “luxuries” is certainly not new, but the increased gas prices certainly are. Why now? Jennifer fleming Qualicum Beach

TIme for a loTTery goose hunT / cull

Re: the great goose cull debate. Wait just a minute here folks, the Regional District of Nanaimo agrees to pay one third? The mayor of Qualicum Beach states: “I can’t think of a better way to spend taxpayers money” and the threeyear budget is $100,000? Are our politicians blind to the fact that it is our money they seem to just throw at a whim? Perhaps I might offer a solution to the goose dropping problem. Surely there are enough hunter/gatherers out there that perhaps would like to participate in a local lottery to shoot a few geese (using their

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own ammo and a controlled kill/cull). This, of course, would require a government bureaucratic committee/overview. Which is also a cost to we the taxpayers. I know there are also those who just see the geese doing what nature does and are opposed to this cull, but our species just loves to dominate. The money saved could be spent on the railroad. It boggles the mind. AllAn ClArk Qualicum Beach

Not knowing what to do, he transfers it upon a few geese, working to convince others that we must sacrifice some geese to appease our collective fears, angers and desires for inner cleansing. Although sacrifice of the innocent has been part of humanities psychopathic past, sold as a requirement for the higher good, it is now 2016. I am sad for the geese and sad for the souls that still choose such a dream. Peter Simeonoff Errington

parksvIlle geese: love, haTe and fear TragIc deaTh of I met a biologist who apparently advises 80-year-old could the mayor and council. It was last summer have been avoIded while he was giving what seemed like a killthe-geese pep talk to seven or eight people out on the estuary. As I listened in, he was asked how the mother geese responded to the addling of their eggs. The biologist replied that they get quite aggressive and that he calls them “trailer trash geese.” I thought a biologist would hold a certain reverence for the wildlife they observe. It was clear however this biologist held these local wildlife inhabitants with disdain and contempt and was rallying for their destruction. Mayor Marc Lefebvre also openly hates these local geese. According to The NEWS, the mayor has had 12 years of frustration and can hardly wait for the killing to start. When I behold the Canada Geese, I always feel a kind of love. I admire their intelligence expressed. The parental, social and individual responsible life expression of these geese can teach us all something. They don’t steal, lie, cheat or abuse. They don’t pollute and they don’t go to war, but they do stand their ground to protect their young and teach them well. We all know there aren’t too many geese. If anything, there are too many people consuming much more than we need. Perhaps the mayor’s deep frustration and intolerance towards the geese rises from real, upsetting dilemmas.

Re: the tragic death of an 80-year-old pedestrian on Roberton Boulevard. What Regional District of Nanaimo director Joe Stanhope called preventable is correct. But let’s not have a knee-jerk reaction. First of all, new subdivisions should have sidewalks. If Roberton Boulevard would have had these, this would not have happened. Excessive speed was not an issue here, but that stupid traffic-calming island narrowed the road so much that it does not leave room for vehicles and pedestrians. When I talked to Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure people years ago, I was told that they did not require sidewalks. Well, it only takes the highways minister to say from this day forward all new subdivisions will have sidewalks at least on one side. Also, although this was not the case here, pedestrians do have a responsibility to look after themselves. Some do not take charge of their own safety. They walk in dark clothing with no lights or reflectors — same goes for bike riders. Please enjoy your walk or ride. Be safe. niCk BoSmA French Creek See more LETTERS, page A13

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PARKSVILLE’S SAND DOLLARS SQUARE DANCE

7pm, St. Columba Church, Wembly Rd. Discussing relations with First Nations in Canada. All welcome. Sponsored by CFUW Parksville-Qualicum.

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7:30pm round’s; 8pm main dance, Bradley Ctre, Shearme Rd. Elegant night, come in your finest or whatever you like best!

7pm/New member register, PCC, 132 Jensen St. 7:30pm/Guest Speaker Janet Rushka, Gardening on Vancouver Is. Lynn Row, 250-586-5341 www/parksvillenewcomers.net

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16YRS+ FREE DROPIN FLOOR HOCKEY 8:15-9:30pm, to Mar 24, Coombs Fairgrnds, Kim Longmuir, 250-248-8515, kimlongmuir@telus.net

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10:30-11am, to Mar 17. PV Library, 100 Jensen Ave E. Music, rhymes, lap games. 18 mo. & less. 250.248.3841 x4. FREE. Drop-in.

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6:30-10:30pm, PCCC, 132 E Jensen Ave, Parksville. Jayden Holman opens the show. All ages. Light refreshements & pizza/concession. Tickets/$35+, @ www. ticketzone.com/event/ChadBrownlee-Concert/311698

FEB AT THE MAC.

1-3pm, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. OPENING RECEPTION & sale! Complimentary refreshments & meet the artists. James Dodd – Watercolours. Beachcomber Artists – assorted mediums. Penny Harber – clay. Leroy Christenson / In Decisive Moment – abstract photography. 250-248-8185, www. mcmillanartscentre.com

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7-11pm, Shady Rest Pub. 3109 W. Is. Hwy, Qualicum Beach. LINDSAY MARTELL! Favourite Rock & Classic Rock! 250-752-9111.

BREAKFAST CLUB

9:30-11:30am. FREE. Munchkinland @ Family Place, 495 Bay Ave, Parksville. Songs, stories & breakfast! 0-6yrs & their caregivers. Space limited, pre-register. Kendra, 250947-8252, blt@sd69.bc.ca, www.oblt.ca/bc/

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Drop-In Open Draw. Tues & Thurs thru Sun. 1:30-4pm. Beginners welcome, bowls supplied. QBLBC.com, 250594-1006.

2:30-4:30pm, The Old School House Arts Ctre, QBeach. One of the world’s finest young concert pianists, currently based in Berlin. $13(Members), $16 (Non-members). View the floor plan/select your seat. 250-752-6133, www. theoldschoolhouse.org/ MOSWint2016.html

16YRS + FREE DROPIN VOLLEYBALL 7-9pm, to April 10 Coombs Fairgrounds, Kim Longmuir, 250-248-8515 kimlongmuir@telus.net

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PCCC, 132 East Jensen Ave, Parksville. 2pm: Goonies (PG). Concessions Available. www.parksvillecentre.com

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Drop-in events. Mon./ mahjong @7pm/$1, Wed./ cribbage @ 1pm/$2, Thurs./ bridge @1pm/$2. Open to public. 149 E. Stanford Ave. 250- 954-3930 parksvillelawnbowlingclub.com

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12pm, Tuesdays, Quality Inn Bayside, Parksville.

TEEN BOARD GAMES To Mar. 22, 5:30-7:30pm, Parksville Library, 100 Jensen Ave E. Bring your game face & join in. FREE. Games provided. 13 yrs+. 250.248.3841 x4. Drop-in.

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Heritage Forest tHere For all; use respectFully More people are walking in Qualicum Beach’s Heritage Forest as the weather improves this season. However, that also means a few issues are occurring more frequently. Visitors are required to pick up after your pooch when walking the trails and please put the bag in one of the trash receptacles located at every trail entrance. The bag will not decompose if tossed into the forest as UV sunlight is required to break it down. People are walking their dogs off leash more frequently. The forest is an on-leash area and should be used as such. Not all people and dogs are comfortable with dogs off-leash and their needs

should be respected. Also, please do not deposit your yard waste in the forest. These piles will not decompose as it takes insects and microbial activity to break natural litter down. The forest is there for all to use and enjoy in perpetuity. Please use it respectfully. Tom WhiTfield, presidenT, BroWn properTy preservaTion socieTy Qualicum Beach

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• Stay on the trails when walking in the park. In the past month, I have come across a minimum of six dogs off leash, two of which were running through the forest, their walkers out of site of the dogs. When I reminded some of these owners about the rule, their comments were few, but none of them claimed not to have seen the signage. I think it is important for everyone to recognize what a privilege it is for us to be able to walk through such a beautiful area when being asked to do so little in return. I hope some of those people read this and acknowledge how they should be conducting themselves and overseeing their dogs. Tricia BroWne Qualicum Beach

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forest/park that many of you will have walked. It is fifty acres of forested area maintained by the Town of Qualicum Beach, protected by a conservation covenant signed by the Brown Property Preservation Society (BPPS), the town and the Land Conservancy of B.C. The BPPS and its volunteers play a large role in maintaining the park, including the walking trails. In exchange for all of this, we as the public are asked very little, except to follow a few rules, three of which are critical to the health of the forest: • All dogs should be on leash at all times. • Dog owners need to pick up dog feces (for which there are plastic bags provided at four of the six entrances to the park, as well as disposal bins at these same four entrances).

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TAKE NOTICE that the City of Parksville (the “City”) intends to enter into a land exchange agreement with the Regional District of Nanaimo (the “Regional District”) involving the following lands: 1) 1030 Tuan Road Lot 1, Block 564, Nanoose District, Plan 21736 Currently, the City owns an undivided 74% interest in this property, and the Regional District owns an undivided 26% interest. 2) 1116 Herring Gull Way Lot 4, Block 564, Nanoose District, Plan 49409 This is the City’s public works yard. Currently, the City is the sole owner of this property. The current ownership of the lands is shown on the plan below on the left (Figure 1):

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SELECT COMMITTEE ON FAMILY DAY CELEBRATION VACANCIES

The Town of Qualicum Beach is currently seeking three volunteers to serve on the nine-member Select Committee on Family Day, for a term expiring in October 2016. The Committee meets regularly at 7:00 pm on the first Tuesday of each month, as required, to provide input, service and advice to Council and staff in the creation, development and delivery of the community-wide one-day celebration for residents and visitors, known as Family Day, held annually in May. If you are interested in volunteering on the committee that plans and coordinates the activities of this fun event, and you are available to work at the event (Sunday, May 29th in 2016), apply for consideration of appointment by Council motion. Committee background (minutes, Terms of Reference, etc.) can be viewed on the Town of Qualicum Beach website (www.qualicumbeach.com) or at the Municipal Office. All appointments are on a volunteer basis and members serve without remuneration. In order to be considered, please submit a letter with a brief resume, including your interest in this special event, no later than 4:30 pm, Friday, February 12, 2016 to: Corporate Administrator, Town of Qualicum Beach P.O. Box 130, #201 – 660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1S7 hsvensen@qualicumbeach.com

and spa and sincerely appreciate our relationship with Spas of America which has been for nearly a decade,” said Drummond. Spas of America also ranked the Grotto Spa as the number five spa in the Americas out of more than 500. Spas of America president Craig Oliver said the spa and wellness industry has continued to grow in 2015. “A lower Canadian dollar is making our already beautiful destinations more attractive to global spa and wellness consumers,” said Oliver. “Trends we’ve noticed in the past year include consumers having a renewed focus on fitness and health, and an increased draw to spa and wellness experiences offered in authentic, natural outdoor locations are on the rise. Spa and wellness travel offers people a chance to take a step back, enjoy moving slow, and focus on what is truly important.” To see the complete list of the Top 50 Spas in Canada and Top 100 Spas in the Americas visit www.spasofamerica.com.

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However, he noted that in 2008 B.C. Ombud- dents here are in good shape.” sperson Kim Carter initiated a province-wide The report also outlines a number of areas of systemic investigation into senior care which concern, most notably the number of incidents found “many failures in the system for seniors… of resident on resident aggression in residential most of them haven’t been addressed.” care facilities. Data presented in the report conFraser said the findings in both reports are firm there were between 425 and 550 incidents disappointing. of resident on resident aggresWhen we look at today’s “It doesn’t seem like seniors sion that resulted in harm in seniors, more want to live residential care reported in are a priority to this governat home as long as ment,” he said. “I have a big 2014/15. Based on these findpossible. We need to ensure ings, the advocate will conduct problem with how seniors who we are creating more helped build our health care a systemic review of resident integrated systems of system in their final years are on resident aggression this support to enable them to year. not getting the services they stay in community and certainly deserve.” The report focuses on at home But Parksville Qualicum 2014/2015 data highlighting MLA MicHeLLe StiLWeLL MLA Michelle Stilwell, Minkey seniors services including ister of Social Innovation and transportation, health care, Social Development, said the housing, income support and report “speaks to the high quality of senior care personal care. Further highlights include: we receive in B.C.” • There are 943 individuals on the wait list Stilwell applauded the province’s for a total of 4,430 subsidized assisted unique creation of a seniors advocate living units. There has been less than and noted there’s more to be done. a one per cent increase in the number “When we look at today’s seniors, of subsidized assisted living units since more want to live at home as long as 2012. possible. We need to ensure we are • The number of residential care creating more integrated systems of beds in the province has increased by support to enable them to stay in com3.5 per cent since 2012, but the popSTILWELL munity and at home,” she said. ulation over 75 has increased 10 per “We’ve been working to increase accent during that time and the number cess to home support over the years.” of seniors placed within the 30-day tarStilwell said health authorities have get window has decreased from 67 per spent a lot on home and community cent to 63 per cent in the past year. care over the years. • Eighteen per cent of licensed resShe also noted programs like the idential care facilities did not have an Society of Organized Services (SOS) annual inspection within the last year. Better at Home program which helps • Income supports for seniors such seniors stay home longer. as the Old Age Supplement and GuarFRASER “We’ve known across Canada about anteed Income Supplement increased our aging population for 20 years,” she said. by one per cent. The B.C. Seniors’ Supplement, “We continue to make progress, increase available to low-income seniors, has not infunding and services to ensure we are trying to creased in over 25 years. care for that aging demographic.” • The Seniors Abuse and Information Line She said something that stood out in the re- (SAIL) received 1,286 calls related to elder port was the number of seniors who rent versus abuse in 2014 and 15 per cent of these calls reown a home is low in Parksville. ported the abuse had been going on for five or “That’s something that struck me as interest- more years. ing,” she said. The Office of the Seniors Advocate is an in“Knowing that the per cent of seniors who dependent office of the provincial government rent is only nine per cent… whereas in other with a mandate of monitoring seniors’ services, communities like metro Vancouver it’s much issuing public reports focusing on systemic ishigher. The average is around 20 per cent. Con- sues and providing information and referral to sidering the fact that 80 per cent are homeown- seniors and their families. ers and 78 per cent don’t have a mortgage, resi— With files from Tom Fletcher

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Forget the blaming whys What is my purpose? Why am I here? ask why, they just get in there and help. We take these thoughts with us wondering A new ministry to the homeless, ShuGuy what life is all about. Then, suddenly, a crises Ministries, has started up with the goal of suptakes place around us and we go plying shoes and galoshes to those into action. We look after ourwho are poorly done by. They have selves but we also willingly jump joined up with Mustard Seed Street in to help someone else who is in Church in Victoria and Manna By Allan Walker trouble. Ministries here in Oceanside. ShuRecently there was a fire in Guy Ministries doesn’t ask why French Creek where three resipeople are poor or try to guilt them dents barely escaped with their into complying with other people’s lives. Sadly, their two dogs died. ideas of how they should live. They Now a Go Fund Me campaign has just want to help. raised thousands to help these We too easily get caught up with who were burnt out of their home the whys and don’t often enough to rebuild their lives. get down to the whats. Why things Once again, Martindale Road has flood- are the way they are is a never-ending circle of ed. This is an annual or bi-annual event. Even explaining, blaming, and accusing. Forget the though many wonder about the wisdom of whys and get down to what you can do to help. living on a flood plain Arrowsmith Search and Jesus said, “Do unto others as you would Rescue came to help one resident who tried have them do unto you.” driving out and found the water more than — Allan Walker is the pastor at Qualicum waist deep. The local search and rescue don’t Baptist Church. E-mail: joedomke@shaw.ca

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A TOAST TO ART: Janice austin, left, and nancy randall enjoy a drink as they take in the closing reception for the McMillan arts centre’s January White sale saturday afternoon. the Mac will host another reception this saturday from 1-3 p.m. to mark the opening of its February exhibits.

While growing up in Canada, Avan Yu initially wanted to be an astronaut. Instead, the well-grounded pianist has embarked on a music career that has delivered stratospheric success. Yu will appear Sunday in The Old School House Music on Sunday series, beginning at 2:30 p.m. in Qualicum Beach. The concert is part of TOSH’s 2015-16 season focus on the piano music of classical composers, as performed by notable contemporary players. Yu certainly fits the bill, having won his first international piano competition at age 14 and going on to claim the Sydney International Piano Competition in 2012. As a teen, his talent drew the attention of orchestra conductors Pinchas Zukerman and Bramwell Tovey.

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Qualicum Beach going to seed 15th annual Seedy Saturday to kick off 2016 gardening season Leave behind the January “blahs” and gear up for the 2016 gardening season this weekend in the 15th annual Seedy Saturday at Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. The Qualicum Beach Seedy Saturday event, started by five devoted local gardeners in 2002, has grown from a seed swap into a full-blown garden expo while gaining the reputation of being the best Seedy Saturday in Canada. A year ago, it drew more than 2,500 visitors. This year’s Seedy Saturday will be held Feb. 6, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., both inside and outside the civic centre. This year’s theme will be Meeting Garden Challenges and will feature presen-

tations from two knowledgeable speakers. Linda Gilkeson will address insects, plant disorders/diseases, and their diagnoses but will also zero in on environmental disorders like extreme heat, cold, nutrient deficiencies, and more. The following speaker, Connie Kuramoto, will follow with Water, Water, Everywhere! to help gardeners deal with drought situations of the type experienced in the area last year. The Seed Swap encourages gardeners to collect, package in seed-size envelopes, and label seeds from their own gardens to swap for seeds brought in by fellow gardeners. With many organic

and heritage seeds available, the Seed Swap is a favourite at Seedy Saturday and runs from 9:45 a.m. until 2:45 p.m. Seeds are also available for purchase for those without seeds to swap. Other popular Seedy Saturday features are the Seedy Cafe; Master Gardeners’ Panel; seventy-plus vendors of seeds, plants, and other gardening items; Milner Garden’s Shoots with Roots children’s program; a raffle for four valuable prizes; a farmers’ market; and multiple door prizes. For more information on Seedy Saturday, visit the website: www.qbseedysaturday.com. — Submitted by Sandy Glazier

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They invited him to perform with their respective orchestras, the National Arts Centre Orchestra and the Vancouver Symphony. Yo-Yo Ma, after hearing Avan play at the age of sixteen, invited him to perform with him in Ottawa a few years later. The awards have piled up quickly. Yu became front page news as the youngest competitor ever to win the Canadian Chopin Competition at the age of 17. On the world stage, he went on to win the Silver Medal and Audience Prize at the Santander International Piano Competition. Following his First Prize at the Sydney International Piano Competition, the West Australian newspaper wrote: “But while he is second to few in the glittering virtuosity of which he is capable at the keyboard, there is also — and this is far more important — an ability to probe and reveal the inner depths of whatever he plays which is far more suggestive of the real McCoy than the surface prestidigitation that too often is all that many a young, hotshot piano player aspires to.” He has appeared with con-

ductors and musicians such as Rafael Fruehbeck de Burgos, Christian Arming, Juanjo Mena, Johannes Moser, and the Armida Quartet. He has performed extensively throughout Europe, North America, Asia and Australia. Yu’s teachers have included Kut Kau Sum, Kenneth Broadway and Ralph Markham in Vancouver, and Klaus Hellwig in Berlin, where he studied at the Berlin University of the Arts and where he currently makes his home. His latest recording of Liszt’s Transcriptions of Schubert’s Winterreise and Schwanengesang were released by Naxos to positive reviews. Besides playing the piano, Avan has also written for the National Post. Sunday’s concert will feature works by Couperin, Mozart, Debussy, Schumann, Liszt and Ravel. Tickets are $16 per person and seating is limited. Advance tickets may be picked up at The Old School House Arts Centre, 122 Fern Road West in Qualicum Beach. For info, call 250-752-6133 or visit www.theoldschoolhouse.org. — Submitted by TOSH

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Speaker to address QB Garden Club Group slates regular monthly meeting Feb. 9 at Civic Centre

The Qualicum Beach Garden Club welcomes members and guests to its next monthly meeting, Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. at Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. The meeting will feature a presentation by guest speaker Terri Perrin, who will share More than a Red Door: Feng Shui for Outdoor Spaces. For more information, call Diana English at 250-390-3350. — Submitted by QB Garden Club

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Award-winning pianist Avan Yu will showcase his classical music stylings in the next Music on Sunday series event this weekend at The Old School House Arts Centre.

The Arbutus Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star invites everyone to an early Valentine’s Day celebration when it hosts its annual Sweetheart High Tea Thursday, Feb. 11, at St. Columba Church in Parksville. The traditional high tea will be held from 1-3 p.m., with tea and finger treats. For an extra formal fun touch, Arbutus OES asks ladies to attend in hats and gloves and gentlemen in ties. The event is open to all; tickets are $10 per person. For advance tickets and additional info, call Sandra Taylor at 250-594-4441. — Submitted by OES Chapter 68

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The Jon Miller Quartet has gotten plenty of airplay with its 2015 release, Three Days in Winter. This Friday, Feb. 12, the foursome will warm up a late-winter night on the mid-Island when they play the Jazz at the MAC series at the McMillan Arts Centre. The Victoria-based quartet, led by Victoria Jazz Orchestra drummer Jon Miller, showcases primarily instrumental jazz while incorporating blues, fusion and other forms of improvisation. With upright bassist James Young driving the rhythm along with Miller, jazz guitarist Rob Cheramy and saxophonist Monik Nordine provide soaring, dynamic solos and counter-melodies in a wide range of moods, from meditative and

introspective to raucous and freewheeling. The group plays primarily original material composed by group members along with classic jazz repertoire by such composers as Ornette Coleman and Roland Kirk. The group has honed its live performance chops with appearances in several editions of Victoria JazzFest International as well as gigs in Vancouver, Victoria and Island music spots. Miller is a McGill University Jazz Programme graduate and veteran of more than two decades of touring and collaborating. In addition to being a prolific composer, Cheramy is a highly creative and technically impressive solid body player with a highly individual guitar style, sought out both for his exciting solos and for his tasteful accompaniment.

Young is one of the busiest bassists on the Victoria scene, known for his versatility, driving beat, great sound and innovative soloing style. His stylistically diverse original compositions are also a key addition to the group’s sound. Nordine, who plays both alto and soprano saxophone, has toured Canada with the group Departure who have several releases to their name. She also directs the Victoria Jazz Orchestra. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the concert starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15, or $12 for OCAC members, and may be purchased in advance at The MAC, 133 McMillan Street in Parksville, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, call 250-248-8185 or email info@ mcmillanartscentre.com. — Submitted by The MAC

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Legion Auxiliary hosts Valentine’s tea On Wednesday, Feb. 10, the Bowser Legion Ladies Auxiliary will host its annual Valentine’s lunch and fashion show from noon to 3 p.m. at the Legion Hall. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Advance tickets are

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RDN pulls out the stops for Family Day Coombs Fairgrounds holds fourth annual free fun event on B.C. stat holiday The Regional District of Nanaimo will do its part to help local families enjoy B.C.’s Family Day holiday next Monday by opening both Ravensong Aquatic Centre and Oceanside Place Arena to free swimming and skating. The free family swim at Ravensong Aquatic Centre is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Qualicum Beach, and free family skating is available on all three ice rinks from 1-5 p.m. at Oceanside Place Arena in Parksville. With the overlapping times, your family can take advantage of both openings, with free admission sponsored by Quality Foods. Skaters of all levels and styles are welcome at the arena, with one rink devoted to hockey, one to casual skating and the “frozen pond” also offering casual skating. Parksville-Qualicum MLA and MInister of Social Development and Social Innovation Michelle Stilwell will appear at Oceanside Place Arena and share hot chocolate and cookies between 2 and 4 p.m.

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The Regional District of Nanaimo will again offer free family skating at Oceanside Place Arena on Family Day, Feb. 8.

More information is available by calling 250-248-3252 or by visiting www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

Family Day at the Fair The RDN is also playing a sponsorship role in the fourth

Happy Family Day! Please Join my family and I on FEBRUARY 8TH at Oceanside Place, Parksville, for the Quality Foods sponsored

annual Family Day Celebration at the fairgrounds in Coombs. Also a free event open to ev-

eryone, the Coombs Family Day celebration takes place Monday from 1-4 p.m. and will provide a preview of this year’s fall fair, with a sheep theme. Among the kids’ activities scheduled are decorating — and eating — cookies baked in the shape of a sheep; and a treasure hunt in which youngsters try to locate hidden sheep for prizes of free swim and skate passes from the RDN. Many other activities, games and interactive demos will be featured, including the children’s garden railway, Hamilton Hobby Farm, butter churning, a family photo booth, 4-H club demos and much more. In addition, enjoy free hot dogs, popcorn and coffee or tea, while supplies last. All activities take place indoors, utilizing both of the halls on the fairgrounds at 1014 Ford Road in Coombs. More than 2,000 revelers turned out in Coombs the first year, in 2013, and between 1,200 and 1,500 have enjoyed the event each of the last two years.

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FEB. 8th -27th THE GOONIES Family Day FREE! Feb. 8th ~ 2:00pm 1985 - Rated PG. 1 hr, 55m. A band of young boys find a treasure map and embark on a magical adventure. Everyone welcome!

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The RDN will offer free family swimming for Family Day Monday at Ravensong Aquatic Centre in Qualicum Beach.

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For the first time, a shuttle bus will help ease parking congestion by shuttling visitors from the nearby Coombs Rodeo Grounds. The bus will run every 15 minutes throughout the event. For more into, call Debbie Adkins at 250-248-8724. Family Day flick The Parksville Community and Conference Centre is getting into the Family

Day act with its annual free family movie, beginning at 2 p.m. The centre will present The Goonies, the story of a band of young boys who find a treasure map and embark on a magical adventure. The film runs one hour, 55 minutes and is rated PG. For more information or to learn about other events at the centre, visit www.parksvillecentre.com or call 250248-6234. — NEWS Staff

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January 6, 1923 ~ January 28, 2016 With much love and many wonderful memories, we regret the passing of Betty Dufour (nee Clark). She was born in Vancouver January 6, 1923 and died peacefully at home in Qualicum Beach January 28, 2016. At age 13 her family moved to Kimberley, where she graduated High School, and later attended UBC. In 1945 she married Ian (Buster) Dufour and lived in Fernie and Sparwood until retiring to Qualicum Beach in 1988. Buster was a superintendent for the Crowsnest Pass Coal Company, and Betty worked many years as a teacher at Sparwood Secondary School. They were ardent golfers and curlers, until Buster passed away in 1989. Qualicum Beach became her very special coastal home and she enjoyed many years of golf and duplicate bridge with long time companion Jim Dixon. She also loved the company and proximity of her immediate and extended family. Betty was a remarkable woman who embodied wit and wisdom. She possessed a keen eye for the human condition which was fostered by a lifelong attentiveness to local andÂ global affairs and a sensitivity to the fragility of our planet. Â She was particularly proud of her legacy to her Sparwood students, giving them enduring skills in tailoring, sewing, and nutrition. Â She is survived by partner Jim, and daughters, Pat Jacobson (Cliff) of Qualicum Beach, and Barbara Anderson (Don) of Alert Bay, three Vancouver grandchildren, Jennifer (Joe), Bryan (Ellie), and Donald Anderson; along with many cousins, nephews and nieces.Â No service by request. Family and friends will have a memorial gathering to remember Betty at a later date. If you would like to make a donation in Betty's memory, it may be made to Wildsight, Kimberley, B.C. at secure.wildsight.ca/bettydufour or to a charity of your choice.

Dorothy Ann KEEN (nee Roberts)

May 11, 1936 â€“ January 23, 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy, better known to her family and friends as Dot, on Saturday, January 23, 2016. Dot is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years, Edward; sons Mark (Terry) Keen, Brett Keen, Craig (Lydia) Keen; grandsons, Mathew, Jordan, and Sam; stepsister, Gayle Szolosi. She was predeceased by her parents Thomas and Dorothy. Dot will be dearly missed by her family and extended network of friends. She will be fondly remembered as a dedicated mother, loving wife, a lover of classical music, and an accomplished piano teacher. Dot was a graduate of the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto and shared her talent and passion for music joyfully. A Celebration of Life will be held in Dotâ€™s honour at 1:00 pm on Saturday, February 6th, 2016 at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Road in Parksville. In lieu of flowers, please consider honouring Dotâ€™s memory by making a donation in her name to Oceanside Stroke Recovery Society, 399 Dorset Road, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1H5. 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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June 3, 1947 - February 5, 2014 A date filled with sadness returns to me today To mark the day you left me in such a sudden way You left me beautiful memories, your love is still my guide Although I cannot see you, youâ€™re always by my side I hold you close within my heart and there you shall remain. To walk with me through all my life until we meet again. Sadly missed Your ever loving wife Pat

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Ary Sala

May 13, 1936 ~ January 27, 2016

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GREAVES JOAN ELLEN (nee Whitney) Joan was born in Calgary, Alberta in 1927 - d. January 29th, 2016. She passed peacefully after a long struggle with Dementia. Predeceased by her sister Evelyn Irene Owen. Survived by children Marion (Jennifer, Pamela), Marty, and David {Annette}, (Courtney, Shelby and Max) and five great grandchildren. A graduate of UBC, Joan proudly taught elementary school in Burnaby and Vancouver Island. She was also very politically active, a keen volunteer, avid traveler, skier, gardener and photographer. A celebration of her life will be held in the Spring.

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Our loving husband and father, Ary (Arij) Sala, passed away peacefully in his home at Fanny Bay, BC on January 27, 2016 at the age of 79. Ary was predeceased by his 1st wife, Maria Borsboom, in 1982. He is survived by his wife, Charlette, who gave him loving care during his battle with esophageal cancer; his sister, Jeanne; his eight children, Orlean Muirhead, Yra Binstead, Andrei Sala, Gabriella Burnham, Alexander Sala, Eldon Sala, Patricia Cross, and Monty Sala and their spouses; his three step-children, Steve Clarke, Shannon Lawrence, and Cathy Runquist and their spouses and forty-six delightful grandchildren. Ary was born on May 13, 1936 to Adrianus Sala and Hilletje van den Akker in Rotterdam, Netherlands. He always had an adventurous spirit and in 1971, he and Maria with their three eldest children immigrated to Canada and settled in Calgary, AB. There they had their five other children. Ary loved to dream and some dreams that were realized were traveling throughout the USA in a motorhome and organizing his family into a singing group to perform at retirement centres. When Maria died from cancer in 1982, Ary was left to care for their eight children who were between the ages of 2-13. Ary sacrificed much throughout his life to ensure that his children received his love and devotion. His profession was as a Real Estate Agent and he practiced for many years in Calgary and White Rock. When his children were mostly raised and pursuing their own lives, Ary met Charlette Clarke and they married in 1997. They eventually moved to their waterfront property in Fanny Bay, BC. which he loved and called â€œParadiseâ€?. Ary loved singing, reading, automobiles, motorhomes, deliberating politics and engaging in family fun. He developed a passion for writing in his later years and has published many editorials locally and nationally. Aryâ€™s legacy is his firm faith in God and his commitment to his family. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 6th, 2016 at 1pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Qualicum Beach, BC. He will then be buried at Queenâ€™s Park Cemetery in Calgary, AB.

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Murray, Matthew Sim Boyle October 20, 1945 â€“ January 7, 2016

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Matthew following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Matthew will be dearly missed by his loving wife, Diane of 43 years; his daughter, Colleen (Blain) Hanson; his son, Matthew Jr. (Shelley) Murray; and grandchildren, McKayla, Marissa, Cheyanne and Matthew. He is also survived by two sisters, Janet and Betty, and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service to be held on February 13, 2016 at 11:00 AM in the Qualicum Community Baptist Church, 600 Beach Road, Qualicum Beach. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Palliative Care Unit in Nanaimo General Hospital and Oceanside Hospice in Qualicum Beach for their kindness and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations in Matthewâ€™s honour to either organization would be greatly appreciated. Condolences may be forwarded to the family through www.qbfuneralcentre.com obituaries.

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Esther Chartrand (Nee Storvold) May 14, 1922 â€“ January 27, 2016

After a long and happy life filled with love, Mom passed away peacefully on January 27th, 2016, at the age of 93. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Ralph (1988), and by 12 of her 13 brothers and sisters. She leaves behind three loving daughters: Donna (Pat) McDonnell of Qualicum Beach, B.C., Debra Bosworth of Ottawa, Ontario, and Lori (Art) Everett of Kingston, Ontario. Esther will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren: Paul, Ryan, Chris, Dan, Katherine, James and Nicole, and 5 greatgrandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Emil Storvold of British Columbia, and many nieces and nephews. Growing up in Saskatchewan, and living for a short time in BC, Mom met Dad in Lethbridge while she was working as a telephone operator during the war. They married and later moved to Ottawa. After raising her family, Mom returned to the workforce and loved working in retail, eventually managing two different stores. They retired to Claresholm, Alberta, and after Dadâ€™s passing she returned to Ontario to be closer to her family. At age 83, she decided, yet again to move west, settling in Qualicum Beach for the last 10 years of her life. She loved her life in the village, walking in the ocean, surrounded by the mountains and trees of Vancouver Island. Throughout her life, Momâ€™s devotion to her family was a constant focus. She had a positive, optimistic spirit, was intelligent, creative, adventurous, and independent. She instilled in us a confidence that there was nothing we couldnâ€™t do. She was our best friend, and we will miss her deeply. A celebration of her life will take place in Ontario at a later date.Â Â A very special thank you to the wonderful staff at Eagle Park for their kindness and compassionate care of Mom in the final months of her life.

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TENDER FOR FLEET VEHICLE Regional District of Nanaimo Transportation Services and French Creek Pollution Control Centre Departments 2016 Vehicle Purchase - Request for Proposal â€“ 5,000 lb. Forklift The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with corporate operations. Accordingly, the RDN is seeking to purchase two (2) Current Model/Year 5000 lb., 3 Stage Mast Forklifts â€“ 2016. Suppliers are strongly encouraged to provide information on alternative fuel vehicles in order to highlight products that could be made available to meet the objectives of this tender. A copy of the proposal document can be obtained from the Transportation Services Department by calling 250-390-6565 or toll free at 1-877-607-4111. Submissions clearly marked with: 1. 2. 3.

Name and address of Supplier; RFP number; and Two (2) Current Model/Year 5000 LB., 3 Stage Mast Forklifts â€“ 2016;

will be accepted at the RDN, MAIN RECEPTION DESK, (2nd Floor) 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 6N2, until 2:00 pm, Tuesday, February 16, 2016. The RDN reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to accept the proposal that is deemed most favorable to the interests of the RDN. The lowest priced or any proposal will not necessarily be chosen. For further information please contact Darren Marshall Manager, Fleet & Projects Phone 250-390-6565 or 1-877-607-4111

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With great sadness we announce Helenâ€™s passing on Thursday, January 28th, 2016.

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Helen Theresa Jackson (nee Ritter) She is survived by her children, Wilson (Debbie) Jackson, Theresa Jackson, Robert Jackson, David Jackson; grandchildren, Frank (Nicole) Jackson, Jennifer Jackson, Rory (Jennifer Jo) Jackson; great grandchildren, Madison, Tyson, Lochlin, Ireland and Magdelyn; siblings, Freda (Ed) Linstead, Ida (David) Lochrie, Joe (Joan) Ritter, Connie (Fay) Ritter. Helen was predeceased by her husband, Andy in 1989 and siblings Andy Ritter, Rose Innocents, Roy Ritter, and Leo Ritter. Helen was born in Cosine, Saskatchewan to Clement and Bertha Ritter. She attended school in Kerrobert and North Battleford, Saskatchewan. Helen married Andy Jackson in 1949 at Cold Lake Alberta moving to Terrace, BC in 1958 where they resided until 1980. She worked at Terrace Post Office from 1960 to 1972 much of this time serving as a postal union representative. In 1980, Andy and Helen retired to Bowser on Vancouver Island where she was a long-time member of the Ladies Auxiliary Royal Canadian Legion Br. #211. Helen always loved a good debate and to lose herself in a book. Her family was the most important thing to her and she dedicated her life to caring for her children and making a wonderful, and loving home. Helen especially enjoyed her grandchildren & great-grandchildren and was the most amazing Grandma!Â The family extends special thanks to the Myhres, Smith, Munson and Walsh families for their support.

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COMPUTER SERVICES BUYDENS COMPUTERS PC Repair & Personal Tutoring. Call Kevin @ 250-240-7372. COMPUTER TUTOR with lots of experience & patience. Senior rates available. Call Joyce at 250-248-5914.

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PAINTING A STROKE ABOVE Painting LTD- Spring is Coming! 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. â€œLITTLE AZTECâ€? PaintingProfessional. Good rates. Free quote. Joseâ€™ (250)594-6611. M OXFORD Home/Commercial Renoâ€™s & Painting. Decks, Sheds, Hardwood & Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guaranteed. Fully insured. (250)228-5204. POIRIER PAINTING ASK ABOUT OUR INTERIOR SPECIALS. Residential / Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, WCB, Call Dan at 250-240-3528. SEASIDE PAINTING Brightening up your world. Free estimates. Call 250-240-2450

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7pm - Tuesday March 8, 2016 Parksville Community & Conference Centre 132 East Jensen Avenue

BEGINNER GARDENING Class. Focus on organic vegetables. Learn seed starting, transplanting, soils, & organic fertilizers in a fun 2 hr class $18.00. Choose Feb 21, 28 or Mar 6. Call Donna 250-7525127.

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Election of directors, presentation of 2015 financial statements and 2016 budget. Only owners of commercial properties and business owners/operators located on commercial properties within the Business Improvement Area (McMillan St. to McVickers St., Jensen Ave. to the waterfront) have voting privileges. For further information:

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FOSTER HOMES Needed for Rescue Dogs: We need caring, loving families for dogs of all sizes (small, medium, large & extra large). Dog experience an asset, fenced secure yard is required. email Dogwood Rescue at: jwosk@shaw.ca for more information. WES-COAST YARDBIRDS For all your landscaping needs. Snow Removal Too! Call 250-752-9444.

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ESTATE SALE & GARAGE SALE BY OWNER â€˘ Sat, Feb 6- 8am-4pm â€˘ Sun, Feb 7- 8am-4pm âœą774 Chartwell Blvd, Qualicum Beach, BC. Contemporary & transitional oak furniture- medical bedsofas, recliners, master bedroom suite. Arts and crafts quilting and sewing accessories, fabric. Murano glass-silver. Art works, prints and originals framed and on canvas. Garden accessories. Kitchen items- dining sets, grills and assorted cutlery. Outdoor barbecue and garden dĂŠcor. âœąCome check it out rain or shine!

1-BDRM CONDO- Downtown Qualicum. Deck, storage, covered parking, gas fireplace, 5 appls. NS/NP. Avail Mar 1. $800/mo. Call (250)752-3419.

QB WATERFRONT 4bdrm, 3 bath. close to golf course.N/S, N/P. Avail Feb 15. $2200./mo no utilities. Call 250-240-2188

Emerald Estates - 2 bdrms 2 baths (1 walk-in shower/1 bathtub) Bright Highly Coveted supported independent living for 50+ Emerald Estates on Mills St., Parksville. Weekly housecleaning included and Optional Meals 5 days a week. Kitchen with Pantry. Walk to grocery, restaurant, stores & coffee shops. Private Parking and Scooter Parking! Call Janine at 250-947-5071

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NOW TAKING orders for Govâ€™t Inspected yearling Hereford beef. By the side or quarter, $6/lb. $100. deposit required. Call (250)752-8348.

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Margaret (Betty) Dufour Janet McMillan Hart (nĂŠe Mackay)

January 6, 1923 ~ January 28, 2016 Wife of Alexander Hendry Hart, passedlove away With much and peacefully many wonderful memories, we 2016, regret on the January passing of30, Betty Dufour (nee Clark). BC. January 6, 1923 and died She in wasWhite born Rock, in Vancouver

peacefully at home Beach January 28, 2016. Janet was born in in Qualicum Saint John, At age 13 her family moved22, to Kimberley, where she New Brunswick, on June graduated HighisSchool, and later attended UBC. 1923. Janet survived by her In 1945 she Ian (Buster) children Marymarried Clifford (Rod), Dufour and lived in Alexander (Inga), Colin Fernie and Sparwood until (Trace), retiring to Qualicum Beach in and John (Anne as well as for the Crowsnest Pass 1988. Buster wasMarie), a superintendent grandchildren Douglas and Coal Company,James, and Betty worked many years as a teacher at Robert Clifford, Alexander, andardent StĂŠphanie Hart, Sparwood Secondary School.Catherine They were golfers and and heruntil favourite grandson, curlers, Bustergreat passed away inCameron 1989. Clifford Burns. She was Head Girl ofbecame both Netherwood School coastal in Rothesay, Qualicum Beach her very special home Newshe Brunswick, and Havergal of duplicate Toronto. Upon and enjoyed many years ofCollege, golf and bridge graduation, Janet enlisted inJim theDixon. Womenâ€™s Royal with long time companion She alsoCanadian loved the Naval Service (WRCNS) of where served as company and proximity her she immediate anda wireless extended telegraphist until the end of the War.Â family. During studies atwoman Dalhousie University, Janet Betty her waspostwar a remarkable who embodied wit metwisdom. AlexanderShe Hart,possessed also a returning in and a keen veteran. eye for Married the human 1948, shewhich and Alex in Halifax, Montreal, Vancouver,to condition was lived fostered by a lifelong attentiveness London, and finally Dorcas Point, in BC. Janetof local andÂ England global affairs and aonsensitivity to the fragility enjoyed a distinguished career asproud a volunteer spanned our planet. Â She was particularly of herthat legacy to her a period ofstudents, over 70 years. Janetâ€™s greatest was Sparwood giving One themofenduring skills injoys tailoring, her annual sewing, and pilgrimage nutrition. Â to the log cabin on the Long Reach onShe the is Saint John River. survived by partner Jim, and daughters, Pat Janet will(Cliff) be dearly missed by her friends and loved ones, Jacobson of Qualicum Beach, and Barbara Anderson and remembered her Vancouver grace, dignity and generousJennifer spirit. (Don) of Alert Bay,for three grandchildren, Janetâ€™s funeral serviceAnderson; will take place (Joe), Bryan (Ellie), and Donald alongon with many February 6, 2016, at 11am in St Maryâ€™s Church, cousins, nephews and nieces.Â Powder Point Road, Bay, will B.C.have a No 2600 service by request. FamilyNanoose and friends memorial gathering remember Betty at a laternurses date. and Special thanks aretooffered to the doctors, If you would to make a donation in Betty's memory, caregivers wholike allowed Janet a wonderful quality of lifeit in her may be final madedays. to Wildsight, Kimberley, B.C. at secure.wildsight.ca/bettydufour In lieu of flowers a contribution to Cancer a charity of your choice. research would or beto appreciated.

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Business Awards All residents, employees and businesses of the Parksville District (Parksville, Nanoose Bay, French Creek, Errington or Coombs) may be nominated. Employers may also nominate their employees! Please use a separate form for each nominee and be sure to include a write up about the nominee to ensure the selection committee is aware of the merits of each nominee. Nominations are evaluated by quality not quantity. The Nomination Committee will review the nominations and contact the top three nominees. SUBMISSION DEADLINE: February 9, 2016

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Presented in recognition of a business that has made an outstanding contribution to the community. The nominee must be a well-established business, possess an ability to create employment and generate income, promote economic welfare, & must be community minded with a sound reputation of providing quality service. Additional consideration will be given to Businesses that: • demonstrate community leadership through the use of sound environmental practices & inclusive hiring practices • have a reputation for providing a superior level of customer service • use ingenuity and innovation to overcome challenges and compete in the marketplace • support the community by participating in community activities &/or focus on purchasing supplies & services locally • have a good employee/employer relationship and the management of the company encourage mentorship & training development for its employees

Entrepreneur of the Year Awarded to an individual who through the development of a business concept has demonstrated: • Vision through the ability to create a business concept and implement it effectively • Leadership and the focus and strength of character that enable the entrepreneur to move forward • Innovation by driving business success and pioneering new approaches & investing in ongoing research & development • Community engagement through knowing that commitment and responsibility aren’t confined to business, but also to giving back to the community

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PARKSVILLE’S GOOSE CULL

City presents its case (Editor’s note: the City of Parksville issued a news release this week explaining the history behind the goose cull it will support with up to $23,000 in taxpayers’ money in 2016. What follows is that news release, unedited.)

In June 2015, Parksville Council adopted in principle, the 38 recommendations contained in the Goose Management Strategy for the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region as prepared by the Guardians of Mid-Island Estuaries Society (Guardians). At this time, council also provided specific direction to implement a cull program in 2016 which now involves the preparation of a kill permit to be submitted to regulatory agencies as a more permanent long-term solution to the overabundance of non-migratory Canada geese in Parksville. At a meeting on January 18, 2016, council approved funding for a cull program and to continue with other goose management initiatives. A key recommendation of the goose management strategy is to humanely reduce non-migratory resident Canada goose populations in the City of Parksville to a level which prevents conflict between geese and human activities and reduces the ecological damage to local estuaries. Prior to the 1970s, Canada geese occurred in low numbers in the City of Parksville and throughout the Regional District of Nanaimo and were migratory only. Federal and provincial wildlife agencies brought over young Canada geese from the mainland to areas of the east coast of Vancouver Island in the 1970’s and 1980’s which helped grow a local year round Canada goose population that began nesting in the Englishman and other local estuaries in the 1980’s. Over the past two decades, Canada geese have overgrazed the mid-Island estuarine marshes, in particular, the Englishman, Little Qualicum, Craig Creek and Nanoose estuaries. Estuaries serve as important year-round habitats for Canada Geese but they are also used by an estimated 80 per cent of coastal fish and wildlife species. Across all seasons, goose counts were highest at the estuaries of the Parksville-Qualicum Beach Wildlife Management Area. During the summer molt, Canada geese concentrate in the estuaries and in marine and freshwater habitats. In the fall and winter, estuaries are preferred destinations. Degradation along estuary channels by Canada geese can increase the potential for flooding along the river and have severely degraded critical habitat necessary for salmon fry survival. Urban and agricultural areas have also suffered. Goose densi-

ties were found to be highest in the Parksville Church Road and Parksville Bay/City areas and in particular, on sites with access to freshwater. High concentrations of geese lead to the contamination of drinking water, the fouling of beaches, parks, school grounds, sports fields and other sites, all of which pose risks to human and animal health. Young children playing in sand may have a greater exposure to gooseborne bacteria as bacteria persist longer in sand than in water. Goose mitigation initiatives have been ongoing in the city since 2004. Hazing methods and egg addling are relatively expensive initiatives which have had limited success: • In 2004, the city allocated $30,000 for the purchase of equipment for mechanical removal of feces and another $25,000 for annual operating costs. The need for and the potential of a cull was first identified at this time. The City regularly conducts sweeps in our parks and sports fields in an attempt to remove goose feces. • From 2009 until 2011, the city conducted a canine goose control program using dogs and volunteers working in the Community Park, Springwood Park and areas along Jensen Avenue East. • Through a federal permit from 2010 to 2012, the city employed a falconer with an eagle to harass geese from the Community Park. • The city funds ongoing egg sterilization or egg addling program focused on the Englishman River and despite a successful addling program from 2002 through 2014 which prevented many eggs from hatching, the number of nesting geese in the Englishman River estuary has continued to increase. Since 2002, members of the Guardians have led efforts to reduce regional Canada goose populations by addling over 6,000 eggs and have surveyed geese in the region to learn more about their seasonal abundance and use of estuaries and other habitats. • On behalf of the City of Parksville, a kill permit application will be prepared by the Guardians for review by the province of B.C. and the Canadian Wildlife Service and should the permit application be approved, a contractor or contractors will be hired to carry out all aspects permitted by the regulatory agencies to reduce locally overabundant Canada geese in the Parksville area this summer. Canada Geese will be killed in a humane manner according to Environment Canada, the Canadian Wildlife Services best practices for Canada goose management and standard operating procedures developed by the province of B.C. and approved by the B.C. Wildlife Chief Veterinarian.

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Do you have local sports news? contact: Tyson Taylor, Sports Reporter email: sports@pqbnews.com phone: 250-951-3809

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Major boxers coming for Rumble #2 Flyboy, Tree and Clagget on the card in Nanaimo for the big event on May 13

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After another successful event at the Frank Crane Arena last summer, Gloved Up Promotions are going to be back at it once again in May, with another boxing event. On Friday, May 13, at the Frank Crane Arena, Gloved Up Promotions will step back in the ring for ‘Rumble at the Rink 2’. Coming off their last event, Gloved Up Promotion’s Terry Strawson felt pretty good about the way things went. With only a few hiccups along the way — like local legend Gordy Racette being pulled at the last minute due to health concerns — the event showcased some top notch boxing from start to finish. The evening was capped off with Parksville’s Aubrey ‘Bam Bam’ Morrow disposing of Paul Bzdel for the Western Canadian middleweight title. This time around, the card is shaping up to be a dandy once again, though it’s going to have a bit more of an “international” feel to it than the first two events put on by Gloved Up Promotions. “We’re very excited to be putting on another event,” promoter Strawson said. “Things have been very busy, trying to get the right matchups for the card and putting all of that together.” “It’s fun for me, being able to do that sort of thing, but we’ve been putting in the work, getting together everything we need to do in order to put together a quality event once again.” One of the names on the card will be a familiar one if you were in attendance last summer at the Frank Crane Arena. Dashon ‘Flyboy’ Johnson will be

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Dashon ‘Flyboy’ Johnson, after beating Chris Aucoin, will return to Nanaimo for Rumble at the Rink 2 on May 13 at the Frank Crane Arena.

making his return to Canada, this time with a little more gold to his name. Also appearing on the card will be unbeaten Marquise ‘Tree’ Weston, who brings his 6-0-1 record to the ring along with his tall 6’7” frame. Also on the card so far is Canadian Steve Claggett, holder of the Canada

welterweight title and the Canadian Professional Boxing Council (C.P.B.C) welterweight title. Claggett is coming off of back-to-back TKO finishes in his last two fights. “The fighters we’ve got on the card already are exciting,” Strawson said. “We’ve had the local feel the last couple

of events and the fans have been entertained by our local guys, but we’re still going to continue whether or not they’re on the card.” “This one is going to be something different, something fresh compared to the last two cards, which isn’t a knock on anyone. We’re looking to put on a good show for the fans, we want the best for whoever will be involved in our event, local fighters or not.” Strawson — who’s business relationship and personal relationship with Dashon Johnson has grown over the eight years they’ve known each other — has been in California working on the finishing touches for Johnson’s next fight. Before coming to Nanaimo, Johnson’s next fight will be for the WBO NABO super middleweight and the USBA super middleweight titles against undefeated Jesse ‘Hard Work’ Hart in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. “It’s exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time,” Strawson said. “As a fan, I’m very excited for this chance Dashon is getting. As his friend, there’s always that worry in the back of your mind when he’s stepping into the ring with anyone.” “You want the best for him, and any fighter for that matter, but you don’t want to see anyone seriously hurt at the end of the day either.”

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Ballenas Whalers gearing up for Wellington Parksville senior boys high school basketball team hopes to level off their Jekyll and Hyde season T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com

The Ballenas Whalers senior boys basketball team is looking to put it all together tomorrow night against the Wellington Wildcats as the regular season starts to wind down. It’s been an up-and-down season for the Whalers, who started by winning the Sutherland Sabres tournament in North Vancouver. Following that, the Whalers were looking strong heading into league play. The remainder

of the season has been something of a Jekyll and Hyde for the Whalers, the team playing great basketball one game, then not looking like themselves the next. Consistency has been an issue for the Whalers, who possess all the tools to be a tough team to beat, it’s just a matter of putting it all together and playing the way they know they are capable of playing. “It’s been interesting,” head coach Kevin McMillen said. “We’ve been good for the ma-

jority of the season, it’s not like we’ve been terrible but we’ve just had problems with our consistency as a team.” “Couple that with injuries, it’s tough for a team to really play the way they are capable of playing.” “These guys have the talent to do some incredible things, they can play great team basketball when they want to and they can take over a game anytime they feel like it,” McMillen said. “It’s just a matter of making

it happen and wanting to see it happen, which is often the problem we run into as a team.” With the game against Wellington, Friday night in Nanaimo, the Whalers have a chance to improve upon their standing in league play. The Whalers were in Mill Bay this past weekend for the Road to the Playoffs tournament. With the stiff competition across the Island this year on every level, the Whalers found themselves on the losing end of their first two games of the

tournament. They did manage to pull out a close, one-point victory over the Kwalikum Kondors, who also found themselves on the losing end of their first two games. “Needless to say, we need a bounce-back game,” McMillen said. “We managed to squeak out a win over KSS by one, but the rest of the games we played weren’t that great for us.” See WhalerS, page A31

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B.C. curling champions T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com

The Qualicum and District Curling Club is gearing up to host the 2016 AMJ Campbell Van Lines B.C. Mixed Curling Championships, beginning Thursday, March 3. Teams from across the province are starting their play-downs later this week to determine who will represent various regions across the province for the B.C. championships in Qualicum Beach. There will be eight teams in total in action at the Qualicum and District Curling Club, which will host the event March 3 through March 6. The winners of the B.C. Mixed Championship will go on to represent the province at the Canadian Mixed Championship, which takes place November 14-19 in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia.

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“Coming out of that tournament, we’ve had the week here to practice up and really prepare for that Friday night game against Wellington,” said McMillen. “It’s a big game for us and I’m hoping these boys come ready to play.” If they wish to have success against the Wildcats, the Whalers will rely on their regulars to contribute but will also look to some of their role players to continue their recent fine play. “We know what we have with Liviano and Aaron,” McMillen said. “It’s our role guys that have been coming along all season and they’re starting to bring it at the right time.” “Andy Reynolds had an amazing weekend for us at the tournament in Mill Bay, he’s been improving every time he steps on the floor and that’s really impressed me.” “I’m hoping to see more of that from him on Friday, as well as the other guys we’re going to need to step up and do the same.”

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DON’T BE A BYSTANDER: Rolly Lumbala of the B.C. Lions, spoke to students at Kwalikum Secondary School about the Lions’ “Be More Than a Bystander” initiative, raising awareness about the impact of violence against women.

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earlier this season. The team has also captured The Oceanside Peewee bronze twice in Coquitlam and Generals are gearing up for Comox. their provincial champion“These young boys have had ships, looking to improve on a phenomenal season,” assisGreG KniGht the stellar season they’ve had tant coach Greg Knight said. so far. “Playing at the Tier 1 level Managing a second-place as a Tier 2 team, they’ve done finish with a record of eight wins, three losses very well and now we’re getting ready for a run and two ties, the rep squad that is Tier 2 asso- at the B.C. championship.” ciated has been playing at the Tier 1 level. Currently sitting with two wins in the fourOverall, they’ve compiled a record of 31 game round robin portion of qualifying, the wins, six losses and two ties on their season, Peewee Generals’ next game comes at home which includes tournament play, with a gold on Sunday, February 7, with puck drop slated medal effort at a tournament in Port Alberni for noon.

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Playing at the Tier 1 level as a Tier 2 team, they’ve done very well and now we’re getting ready for a run at the B.C. championship

NOTICE OF MEETINGS Regional District Proposed 2016 to 2020 Financial Plan The Board of the Regional District of Nanaimo will review and consider the 2016 to 2020 proposed Financial Plan at the meetings scheduled below. Members of the public are encouraged and invited to attend the meetings. Residents wishing to comment on the plan should contact the Regional District offices at the numbers outlined below to have your name included in the agenda for the meeting. The Plan is available on the RDN website at http://www.rdn.bc.ca/cms.asp?wpID=771 Committee

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February 9, 2016

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Regular Board Meeting

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February 23, 2016

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March 8, 2016

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March 22, 2016

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A brave new world of motoring is dawning closer to full-autonomy. At the Los Angeles auto show the Sure, there are all sorts of regucentrepiece of the Volvo display was latory, legal and insurance issues its Concept 26 interior for an autonto be resolved in order to allow omous vehicle. driverless operation of a vehicle. In autopilot mode, this cockpit can There are also road infrastructure transform into a mobile office, or the issues that need to be addressed, driver can watch a movie or simply including, and probably most imrecline and relax. Hey, you might The driverless portantly, expanded and consistent even look forward to that boring or self-driving car is high-bandwidth coverage. On the repetitive commute to work. rapidly moving from plus side, however, autonomous The driverless or self-driving car is rapidly moving from concept to re- concept to reality and vehicles are expected to reduce perhaps eventually eliminate ality and fully autonomous cars will fully autonomous cars and vehicle collisions and ease traffic likely arrive sooner than you think. will likely arrive sooner congestion. In fact, many currently available Volvo logically (it’s a Swedish trait) new vehicles already have limited than you think. figure that autonomous driving autonomous driving capability. A Bob McHugh will initially be introduced on 2016 Acura MDX I drove recently dedicated motorways. Its focus is is a good example, as now comes on the long-haul trip and the daily commute to standard with the award winning AcuraWatch work, which it calculates as taking 26 minutes package. (on average) - hence the Concept 26 name. A grouping of high-tech systems, AcuraWatch A fleet of Volvo vehicles with an autonomous can prevent the new MDX from straying out of a driving mode will be put in the hands of real traffic lane, getting too close to a vehicle ahead customers in Gothenburg, Sweden next year. A and it will brake automatically to avoid an imdriver will be able to switch into the autonomous pact with another vehicle, or a pedestrian. While mode for a predetermined period (depending it could effectively drive itself on a freeway, a on distance and traffic flow) between motorway warning alert sounded if I dared take both hands exits. off the steering wheel for a few seconds. BMW, on the other hand, is heavily involved in Later this year, Cadillac will introduce Super developing a self-parking vehicle technology, Cruise Control, in it’s new 2017 CT6 and CTS using a BMW i3. Remote Valet Parking Assismodels. In addition to other advances, this systance includes a unique 360-degree collision tem will allow a driver to take both hands off the avoidance protection system that uses four steering wheel at highway speeds. Another step

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advanced laser scanners. Using a smart phone or watch a driver can instruct the vehicle to go park itself in a multi-level parking lot. The driverless car then takes off on its own, autonomously self-steering through the building, seeking an empty stall to park, shutdown and lock itself. Robo Bimmer can also be started remotely and summoned to pick up its driver at the same entry/exit location. Every major auto maker is stepping up work on autonomous vehicle technology. Toyota, GM and Mercedes-Benz are all heavily invested in autonomous vehicle development and expected to bring products to market. Ford recently announced that it’s tripling the size of its autonomous vehicle development fleet and accelerating on-road testing, which starts in California later this year. Its demo vehicle is a Fusion Hybrid sedan with puck-power, a new Solid-State Hybrid-Ultra Puck Auto sensor. About the same size and shape as a hockey puck, this puck can map and create real-time 3D models of its surrounding environment. Autonomous vehicle development also transcends traditional auto production sources. Google, the internet search engine and browser behemoth, surprised everybody back in 2010, when its autonomous vehicle development work was revealed. It’s now working with a number of traditional automakers and is expected to have a fully autonomous vehicle ready for market by 2020. Other Silicon Valley giants getting on autonomous vehicle action include Tesla and Uber. Yes, of course, they’re working on a Robo-Taxi. Not sure

what they have planned for the in-trip friendly customer conversation but it should be interesting. Please note, “automated” is arguable a more accurate but less widely used descriptive term than “autonomous” for the new generation of self-driving vehicles. Early self-driving vehicle experiments were done with vehicles that generally relied on a magnetic strip embedded in the road and were typically called automated vehicles. A brave new world of motoring is almost upon us. bob.mchugh@drivewaybc.ca

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Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. $0 down payment and a $0 security deposit is required. Payment may vary depending on down payment or trade. Total obligation is $2,592 plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $10,132. Price and total obligation exclude license, insurance, registration, taxes and optional equipment. Other lease options are available. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited-time offer, which may not be combined with other offers. See your dealer for conditions and details. General Motors of Canada Company reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. > Purchase price includes $750 Owner Cash (tax inclusive) and a cash credit of $3,000 and applies to new 2016 Equinox LS FWD models at participating dealers in Canada. Purchase price of $24,995 excludes license, insurance, registration, dealer fees and taxes. Dealer may sell for less. 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With almost 400,000 MGBs built over the course of 18 years, you’d think that there would be very little left that the entire world didn’t know about MG’s most prolific model. Of course, there’s no secret when it comes to the engine, transmission and suspension, which were heavily based on those of the MGA. And, it’s equally well known that unlike the MGA, the MGB used unibody construction. But here are a few things you probably didn’t know. One of the reasons the engine bay of the MGB was so wide was to accommodate the Twin Cam cylinder head of the MGA Twin Cam. But many development and reliability problems sent BMC scurrying away from the powerful but problematic engine. The MGA coupe works development car, registered KMO 326, served as a high-speed test bed for the MGB’s revised front suspension and disc brakes. A disproportionate number of early MGBs destined for North America

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The last remaining secrets of the MGB were finished in Iris blue, a light blue shade carried over from the MGA. Although the MGB/GT design was prepared by Pininfarina, the original concept for the car came from MG General Manager John Thornley, who conceived the fastback as a poor man’s Aston Martin. Although North American-bound MGBs received a new padded dashboard without a glove box beginning with the 1968 model year, UK market cars continued on with the less-yielding metal dashboard. There are plenty other little bits of trivia about the MGB that might not necessarily be considered secrets. For the North American market, 1969 was the first year of reclining seats and the last year of leather seating surfaces. In 1973 and 1974, U.S. market B/GTs received fabric upholstery, while roadsters used vinyl. And of course there were those unsightly rubber bumpers that were introduced in mid-year 1974 as the most expedient way to meet new 5-mph crash regulations. The solution to meeting the new federal headlight requirement was even less elegant: raise the ride height until the lights were legal. It didn’t do much for the

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PICKS OF THE WEEK Glen’s Pick

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