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DEEP BAY DERELICT BOATS SINK
Shellfish in jeopardy Business that employs 40 may close if big tug sinks JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com
Two derelict boats have sunk in 80 feet of water in Deep Bay, raising concerns about how the fuel they had aboard could affect nearby shellfish operations. The Canadian Coast Guard responded quickly Friday by placing a boom around the cluster of boats, sending officers from French Creek aboard the Cape Cockburn. The coast guard was back at the scene Saturday — only 100 metres offshore from Vancouver Island University’s Marine Field Station. Bill Veenhof, the chair of the Regional District of Nanaimo’s board of directors and the area rep for Deep Bay, has been at the marina both days. He said the 70-foot wooden tug Lorna Foss sunk to the bottom, dragging a 30-foot sailing vessel with it. It was originally thought the vessels were tied to the 100-foot tug Silver King, which was listing Friday but the coast guard’s efforts the last few days have kept it above water. Stellar Bay Seafoods and Odyssey Seafoods have a hatchery, nursery and farms within 200 metres of the sunken vessels and the cluster of derelict boats. There are other, smaller oyster farms in the same proximity to Deep Bay and the derelicts. “There’s a lot riding on this,” the owner of Stellar Bay and Odyssey, Keith Reid, told The NEWS on Monday morning. “We were told by Environment Canada that if that big vessel (the 100-foot tug Silver King) was to go down they would have no option but to close the Deep Bay area for shellfish for a year, which would essentially put us out of business.” Reid said 40 people are employed full time by his companies. He also said 50 million oysters a year go through his Deep Bay facilities. See WASHINGTON PLAN TOUTED, page A7
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Joan LeMoine, right, receives the Medal of Good Citizenship from provincial government cabinet minister and Parksville-Qualicum MLA Michelle Stilwell during a ceremony on Thursday at city hall.
B.C.’S MEDAL OF GOOD CITIZENSHIP
Parksville volunteer honoured AUREN RUVINSKY
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“If Parksville had a few more of you it would be an even greater city,” said Parksville Mayor Marc Lefebvre at a Medal of Good Citizenship ceremony for Joan LeMoine last Thursday. LeMoine, well known for her tireless volunteer efforts in and around Parksville, was only the second person presented with the new provincial honour. “Joan LeMoine is a real unsung hero, having selflessly given her time and talents to causes that have made
Parksville a better place,” said Premier Christy Clark in a news release. “I can’t think of a more deserving recipient of the Medal of Good Citizenship.” “Everybody knows Joan,” Minister of Social Development and Social Innovation Michelle Stilwell said, pinning the medal on her on behalf of the premier in a ceremony attended by about 50 people in the sun in front of city hall. “Joan LeMoine has enriched and touched many lives in Parksville by her devotion and love for the community,” Stilwell said, adding that among
other things she’s worked the drivethrough with LeMoine during Tim Hortons Camp Day. “She’s an example of how one person can truly make a difference. We are extremely lucky to have her. It is an absolute pleasure to honour Joan with the Medal of Good Citizenship.” Among many contributions, LeMoine was instrumental in re-establishing the Parksville Beach Festival Society and was the volunteer coordinator for 15 years of the event that now attracts more than 100,000 people a year. See ONLY THE SECOND, page A6
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Parksville property tax increase set at 4.5%
The average home in Parksville will see a $58 increase in the city portion of its property taxes this year after council gave final approval last week to the 2016 budget and five-year financial plan. Bylaws related to both the budget and financial plan will need to be passed in the next few weeks to make it official, but that’s usually a formality after months of meetings where councillors debated the details. The increase works out to 4.5 per cent. The average assessed value for residential property in Parksville is about $307,700 in 2016. The average was $294,200 in 2015. The city’s portion of taxes for 2016 will be about $1,336. In 2015, the taxes were $1,278. — John Harding
Celebration committee looks for QB photos Qualicum Beach is preparing to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday in 2017 and the town’s Canada 150 Celebration Committee is planning to publish photographs of recognizable area locations, including buildings, gardens and iconic landscapes. Stories behind the photos will be sought and published as well. The publication is planned to feature historical photographs juxtaposed with current photographs of the same scene, view, garden or building. This is where you come in. Do you have old photos (1950s and earlier) of identifiable places in and around Qualicum Beach, including buildings that may or may not be standing, that you are willing to share for possible inclusion in the publication? If so, please contact the photographer, Rusty Joerin, who will arrange for a convenient time to meet with you. E-mail is best: rusty@woodsgift.ca. All published historical photos will be appropriately credited to their owners and original photographer, if known, in a manner agreed to by the owner of the photographs. — Submitted by Rusty Joerin
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TRUCK FIRE: Eight members of the Deep Bay Volunteer Fire Department attended a vehicle fire on Highway 19 just north of the Horne Lake exit on Wednesday afternoon. Chief George Lenz said the pick-up truck was fully engulfed by the time they got there and all they could do was put water on it to cool it off and let it burn. The vehicle was completely destroyed but nobody was injured. Lenz said there was no immediate indication of what caused the fire. Our thanks to reader Doug Dillen, who provided us with this photo.
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The Parksville Church of the Ascension refugee sponsorship committee hopes to be involved in the expansion of the federal government’s Syrian refugee sponsorship program. Chair Sandi Digras said they are in regular contact with their chosen family, a young couple who met in a refugee camp in Jordan and now have a baby girl. She said they are undertaking the longest possible route to bring refugees to the Parksville Qualicum Beach area, by selecting a specific family rather than taking whoever’s available, but they wanted to choose a Christian family that would fit in with their church organized effort. She said the committee has been pleasantly surprised by their fundraising efforts, bringing in more than double their goal of $30,000,
which will allow them to help pay the family’s travel expenses. The government pays for non-government sponsored refugees’ travel in the form of loans which must be paid back, unlike those who fall under the sponsorship program. Digras said at this point they are still doing all the complicated paperwork and the family is now ready to travel as soon as they are allowed. To support or donate to the ongoing Church of the Ascension effort call Digras at 250-954-1991. There are currently at least 16 private refugee sponsorship efforts in the mid-Island, including two others in Parksville Qualicum Beach, one through the Qualicum Refugee Support Group with St. Marks Anglican Church (qualicumrsg@ telus.net, 250-974-7031) and one through the Qualicum Community Baptist Church and Tim Hortons (emayne7@shaw.ca, 250-752-9123).
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FEAT FOR FOOD: Approximately 200 people took part in a five-kilometre walk and run called Feat For Food on Sunday, an event that started and finished at the main sponsor’s office, Nanoose Bay Dental. Proceeds from the event went to help feed the needy through Nanoose Community Services.
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Tourism and local jobs
Tourism jobs aimed at baby boomers Tourism association put on workshop for local employers looking to hire people out of retirement L auren CoLLins reporter@pqbnews.com
The Parksville Qualicum Beach Tourism Association is hoping to incorporate more baby boomers into the local tourism workforce. On March 31, the association held a workshop on hiring and retaining baby boomers for tourism business employers. The tourism association’s executive director Blain Sepos said, although the turnout was less than what they’d hoped for, it won’t stop them from offering the workshop again. Sepos added that employers who did attend got “some great insight into how to market and tailor positions to older workers.” Cheryl Dill said the workshop talked to employers about considering baby boomers in jobs where an older worker may not always be considered. “As a local resource in the community, a lot of employers are not aware that the Career Centre can help employers learn to how to seek out a particular demographic of employee, or a particular type of employee,” said Dill, executive director of the Parksville Career
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The Parksville Qualicum Beach Tourism Association held its AGM at the Deep Bay Marine Field Station on March 31. The 2016-2017 board of directors: Back Row: Kim Burden (Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce), ex-officio director; Noel Hayward (Qualicum Beach Inn/Quality Foods), director; Angela Hinz (Shorewater Resort/Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce), director; Rob Hill (Oceanside Village Resort), treasurer; Patrick Jiggins (Paradise Sea Shell Motel/Arrowsmith Golf), director; Bill Luchtmeijer (Town of Qualicum Beach), council liaison; and Paul Drummond (Tigh-NaMara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre), director. Front Row: Sandy Herle (Close to You), chair; Mary Beil (City of Parksville) council liaison; Beth Ross (bDigital/Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce), director; and Arthur Wong (Beach Club Resort) vice-chair.
Centre. Dill said at the workshop there was a man who used
to work in the music industry, and now he’s working in the
culinary industry during his retirement.
“He’s loving it. He’s only getting a certain number of hours a week. He only wanted to work part time, but he wanted to do something completely different and he’s transferring his skills.” Dill said he knows how to work with a team, and he’s able to be creative in the kitchen “just like he has been in his (previous) career.” Debbie Yule said there were a few case studies presented by Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort and Mount Washinton Alpine Resort at the workshop. Yule is the vice-president for labour market strategy at go2HR, the human resource association for the B.C.’s hospitality and tourism sector. She said go2HR is advocating for employers to look at baby boomers instead of the traditional 15 to 24-year-olds who represent 30 per cent of the workforce. “There’s a high proportion of baby boomers who have no intention of stopping working, but they don’t want that career job and all that stress,” Yule said. “They may have a pension, they may want to do something fun, be engaged, use the skill sets that they have.”
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Gardens’ music therapy program still growing The Gardens at Qualicum Beach recently received a second grant to secure its music therapy program. The $13,000 grant was from the Music Heals Charitable Foundation which was formed to help raise awareness of the healing powers of music and to help fundraise for music therapy and related services across Canada. Music Heals is a registered charity that funds programs serving children, seniors, palliative care, the autism spectrum, burn units, dementia, bereavement, rehabilitation and more. Their mission is to support a wide range of music therapy services with ongoing funding for agencies that develop and use it. Music has been used throughout human history to express and affect human emotion. Many cultures are steeped in musical traditions. It can change mood,
have stimulant or sedative effects, and alter physiologic processes such as heart rate and breathing. This year’s grant built on the $10,000 received in 2015 and secures a broader reach for programming and instrument purchase for The Gardens residents on the complex care floor. The connections made within the brain and heart during these sessions are remarkable and add a calm and peace to people who are part of the innovative therapy. To give back to this charity The Gardens held a ‘Beer and Burger’ fundraiser at Thalassa Restaurant on March 11 where $1,500 was raised for Music Heals. Many other fundraisers were held to support this charity throughout March which is music therapy month across Canada. Attended by staff, residents, family,
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PUBLIC HEARING Bylaw No. 1615.01, 2016 - Regional Growth Strategy Pursuant to Section 434(3) of the Local Government Act, notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at 6:30 pm at the RDN Board Chambers, 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo with regard to “Regional District of Nanaimo Regional Growth Strategy Bylaw No. 1615.01, 2016” This bylaw if adopted would amend ‘Regional District of Nanaimo Regional Growth Strategy Bylaw No. 1615, 2011’. The purpose of the change is to clarify what type of amendments may be considered as a minor amendment. A minor amendment is a faster process than the regular amendment process to make a change to the RGS. The minor amendment criteria are currently divided into two categories: types of amendments that are considered minor and types of amendments that are not considered minor. The proposed bylaw amendment will clarify that the list of amendments not considered minor do not apply if a full Official Community Plan review process has been completed. The bylaw amendment will also provide a minimum set of items that must be considered for a full Official Community Plan review process.
She and her late husband Jim helped form the society in 1999 to re-launch the now world-famous sand-sculpting competition after a previous version had ended in controversy. They helped convince the city that a family-friendly event was viable. The society has diverted almost $350,000 from ticket sales to other philanthropic groups in town. LeMoine has worked for years raising funds for the Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock, including shaving her head and has said her work with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 49 is particularly meaningful since her dad fought in the First World War, “so I work on the poppy campaign for him.” She has also volunteered with The Society of Organized Services (SOS), McDonald’s McHappy Day efforts, she organizes weekly Coffee with Council informal drop-ins and calls seniors living alone to ensure their well-being with the Oceanside Community Safety Volunteers, among others. “People say I’m addicted to volunteering, but it’s just something I like to do,” she previously said, explaining she loves giving back to her new adopted home. The LeMoines moved to Parksville from Ontario in 1995 and found it to be the friendly place she was looking for. “Our first day in town I went for a short walk and eight people said hello. I went home and told Jim we’re here to stay.” “Jim was the best guy in the world,” she said of her husband of almost 57 years who died in 2009. “We danced together every Sunday afternoon.” More than 220 nominations were reviewed for the Medal of Good Citizenship, which was launched by Premier Clark in July 2015 to recognize individuals who, through exceptional long-term service, have made outstanding contributions to their communities without expectation of remuneration or reward. The medal reflects their generosity, service, acts of selflessness and contributions to community life. Nominations for the Medal of Good Citizenship are accepted year-round. “The time spent reviewing nominations was
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inspiring and it reinforced to me that we live in a province where each and every-day citizens can make a difference through their generosity and selflessness,” said Shirley Bond, Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training, and chair of the Medal of Good Citizenship selection committee. The first recipient was John Phare, a tree faller from Roberts Creek, who was posthumously honoured with the medal last fall after he was killed while fighting the Old Sechelt Mine fire in July. “I’m excited, I’m overwhelmed, stunned,” LeMoine, age 85, said after the ceremony, clearly embarrassed and touched by the honour. “I do what I do because I want to, I don’t do anything to get something. My mom and dad would say ‘That’s very nice dear, but a thank you is enough.’” “I was raised in the Depression and if my mother baked a loaf of bread, we shared it. And if someone thanked you and gave a smile that was appreciation enough. That’s just the way you live. And it’s how I continue to live.” For more information or to nominate a good citizen, visit: www.gov.bc.ca/medalofgoodcitizenship.
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“We’ve been fighting this battle (about derVeenhof also said he’s heard stories about the elict boats) for eight or nine years now and no- successes in Washington State. body seems to be able to do anything about it,” “They have a barge with an excavator attached said Reid. to it and last year they removed 300 vessels,” said Veenhof said trying to identify ownership Veenhof. of what have been called “derelict” vessels has Editor’s note: here’s a news release (unedited) proven difficult over the years. received by The NEWS from Canadian Coast “That’s part of the problem,” said Veenhof, Guard communications officer Dan Bate at 10 who said Monday morning that MP Gord Johns a.m. Monday: was to visit the scene today (Tuesday). At approximately 8 a.m. on Friday April 1, the On Saturday, Veenhof said he was more con- Canadian Coast Guard received a report that two cerned about any fuel aboard the vessels, espe- derelict vessels, one a 63-foot tugboat Lorna Foss cially the ones that have sunk. He said there was and a smaller 30-foot sailboat had sunk at Deep a “slick” in the water Friday, likely diesel, much Bay, an area approximately 60 kilometers north of which he estimated would have evaporated on of Nanaimo on Vancouver Island. Both had been Friday, the sunniest, warmest tied to a larger tugboat the Silday in the region to date in 2016. They have a barge with an ver King. The Canadian Coast Washington State has a fee Guard tasked crews from CCG excavator attached to it attached to boating licenc- and last year they removed Station French Creek and CCG es that basically funds salvage Environmental Response from 300 vessels BiLL VeenHoF operations. Through a private Victoria to confirm the report members’ bill, MP Sheila Maland conduct an initial analycolmson (NDP — Nanaimo-Lasis. The French Creek lifeboat dysmith) has been trying to get both the former (CCGS Cape Cockburn) was on scene by 10:20 Conservative and current Liberal governments to a.m., deploying boom around the area to confund the coast guard for these salvage operations. tain any potential upwelling of fuel. “For too long, responsibility for abandoned CCG Environmental Response contracted vessels and the risks they represent has been with Western Canada Marine Response Corposhuffled from one government department to ration (WCRMC) to conduct booming, containthe next, with no senior government taking re- ment and recovery operations. WCRMC stood sponsibility,” Malcolmson said in the House of down as there was no evidence of recoverable Commons in February. “This bill continues the fuel. It was noted that the tug Lorna Foss had work done by former MP Jean Crowder so we only residual fuel on board at that time, hence can finally get to work dealing with these ves- the minimal release upon sinking. CCG received sels and protecting our harbours and waterways reports on Saturday that the vessel Silver King from contamination and debris.” was taking on listing and in danger of sinking. Former Conservaive MP John Duncan (Co- CCG Station French Creek attended the area on mox) favoured the Washington State model. Saturday to pump out water from the vessel and Veenhof would just like those boats out of Deep close hatches on the deck. This is the same vessel Bay and away from the shellfish operations. which CCG Environmental Response removed “Sheila Malcolmson’s bill is a step in the right up to 6,000 litres of oil and oily water from in July direction and needs to be supported, but hon- ,2014. CCG Environmental Response will conestly it’s about the money,” said Veenhof. “We tinue to monitor the area. Absorbent boom will have to find a funding line.” stay in place through the near term.
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community is much more than a concentrated collection of roads, sidewalks, parks and businesses. Joan LeMoine personifies what a community is all about. On Thursday, the Parksville resident was presented with the provincial Medal of Good Citizenship, which is given to someone who has acted in a particularly generous, kind or selfless manner for the common good, without expectation of reward. The citizens of Parksville Qualicum Beach are the people who have been consistently rewarded by the good work of Joan LeMoine. It would be impossible to list all of LeMoine’s contributions in this space. One that certainly pops to mind is her work, with her late husband Jim, to re-establish the Parksville Beachfest Society. She was the volunteer co-ordinator of this event for 15 years. More than 100,000 people attended Beachfest last year. Another is her work to raise money for the Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock, including the shaving of her head. This is no small, over-used platitude, this Medal of Good Citizenship. More than 220 nominations were reviewed for the Medal of Good Citizenship, which was launched by Premier Christy Clark in July 2015. LeMoine is only the second person in the province to receive the honour. The province got it right and whatever role MLA Michelle Stilwell may have had in advancing this nomination, well done. There are precious few people like Joan LeMoine. The selfless ones never see themselves like the rest of us do, which is part of the reason they earn such respect. “People say I’m addicted to volunteering, but it’s just something I like to do,” LeMoine once told The NEWS. “I have done these things in my community because I want to, not because I want anything,” she said last week upon receiving the award. Down to earth and sharp as a tack, LeMoine always has time to talk and is always interested in what’s happening in other people’s lives. And the interest is always genuine. The only other person to be honoured with this Medal of Good Citizenship was John Phare, a tree faller from Roberts Creek, who was posthumously honoured with the medal last fall after he was killed while fighting the Old Sechelt Mine fire in July. We’re thankful Joan LeMoine is still with us so we can all say thank-you. — Editorial by John Harding
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Letters I’m confused, do you want more or less government? Recent letter writer Gordon Renfree (The NEWS, March 31) disapproves of our age of moral relativism it seems, but his overall point is unclear. Myself, I rather approve of moral relativism, since it means we no longer hang nine-year-old boys for stealing bread and we no longer burn witches or execute people for having the wrong flavour of religious belief, or even imprison them for homosexuality. These were all things the church enthusiastically endorsed not that long ago. Today, Canada has diplomatic relations with a number of countries where these things happen routinely. Renfree also criticizes the state intruding into more areas of human existence. Well, I am with him there, being of a libertarian bent myself, but I wonder how this attitude squares with his disapproval of assisted suicide. The idea that a doctor will be forced to participate or refer people to another doctor who will, is far fetched, and frankly sounds a little paranoid. A person who is contemplating assisted suicide in Canada would go through a long process of discussions, assessments, second opinions and consultations before maybe, just maybe, the state might consent to get out of the person’s sickroom and let him decide something for himself for once. The current law, which the Supreme Court has simply suspended temporarily, pending a clear-cut decision by Parliament, still sets out stiff penalties for doctors who try to help patients in this way. It is not dead yet, and seems to me to represent the heavy hand of the state much more than the legislation which Renfree fears might replace it. In May, next month, this suspension expires and we could even see the status quo confirmed. I’m puzzled by the apparent disconnect between Renfree’s horror of state intrusion into private matters and his equal horror of people making thoughtful decisions for
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themselves. Renfree can’t have it both ways. Either we let the state continue to outlaw assisted suicide, or we get it to back off and get out of our private moral dramas. He just has to decide which he prefers. Michael Scott French Creek
thanks for the emergency help
I was walking in the Englishman Estuary on Wednesday last week on a lightly used trail when I had an attack of severe vertigo. To the gentleman with the black dog and the woman with her baby Olivia and dog Indy, I wish to thank you for your kind action and support. It meant a great deal to me and you both went above and beyond. I apologize for not being able to say so at the time. Also to the great paramedics who struggled so hard to get me to the clinic, where I was cared for superbly. Joe crichton Nanoose Bay
shame on you, help the homeless
Recent letter writer Penny Bhanji (“Homeless camping,” The NEWS, March 29) is welcome to her opinion. Thank-you for printing her letter and reminding me of the numerous good things resulting from aiding the homeless, helpless, sick and assorted with whom we cohabit. Not the least of which is the satisfaction and happiness people enjoy when they help someone or witness other’s lives improving because every so often, collectively we get something right. Space does not permit such detail to be entered here, however, if this were a majority position, I would simply look most people in the eye and say “shame on you.” I suppose that if I felt put upon or threatened by these unfortunates, I could simply buy a big field in the countryside, build a big house and live happily ever after. As it is, I’ll just take my chances with the
general public and millionaires who reside in Parksville Qualicum Beach while counting my lucky stars that they’re pretty good folks. DonalD r. cline Parksville
homelessness: become a gIver
Re: letter from Penny Bhanji (The NEWS, March 29). The writer was objecting to the possibility of some homeless people using public parks to set up camp. She worried that these people would (in her words) leave “filth and rubbish... when they (are) finally moved” and this was “abhorrent.” What we find abhorrent is the fact that disadvantaged people are forced into homelessness in the first place. One of the richest, best endowed places on Earth is unwilling to provide simple basics of dignity to its fellow human beings. We see the results of a society driven by self absorption, greed, self indulgence and disrespect for others. Our society would be much improved if there was more empathy and less self-centeredness. So you’ve moved, here “investing a lot of money.” Why not take a small piece of your money and ‘invest’ it to contribute to a slightly more dignified existence for those less fortunate than you. If every person in Parksville “invested” a couple of dollars a month we could solve much of the local homelessness issue. Why not, instead of complaining, get involved to help in the solution? There are many others in the community already volunteering, such as: The Salvation Army, Manna Homeless Society and the Society of Organized Services. Maybe encourage city council to set aside a park area for homeless campers complete with proper sanitation and garbage facilities. Become a giver.
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richarD anD Doreen haMpton Nanoose Bay See LETTERS, page A13
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I just mainly walk. Jean Gratton Parksville
I run. I bike a lot. I take vitamins. I eat lots of apples. stePhen nutt Parksville
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COLUMN
ANNUAL WOOD CHIPPING PROGRAM The City’s wood chipping program will take place from March 29 through April 21, 2016. A schedule of the pickup areas is printed below. Only the following items are to be placed on the boulevard before 8 am, prior to the first date the chipper truck will be in your neighbourhood: • Branches with a maximum diameter of 6 inches (15 cm), stacked with the larger end of the branch or trunk facing the roadway. • Smaller shrub branches piled for ease of access by the chipping crew. Rocks, stumps and construction waste may cause injury to the chipper operators and must NOT be included in the piles. Please note that due to safety issues, materials such as pampas grass, yucca and clematis and wisteria vines cannot be chipped. These, along with other compostable vegetation, garden debris, leaves, and grass clippings may be taken to the Church Road Transfer Station (8 am to 5 pm daily). Piles containing these items will not be removed by the chipping crew. Piles must be limited to a size of 5 feet wide by 3 feet high, and only one pile per residence will be removed by the chipping crew. Please do not combine piles from multiple households as it is more difficult and time consuming for the chipping crew to take apart large piles for chipping than it is for them to handle smaller piles. When placing your chipping pile, please be sure not to obstruct your property’s City water connection box in the event access is required for maintenance. Tues., March 29 North of Highway 19A (ocean side of highway), including the north - Fri., April 1 side of the highway, between Dogwood Street & Wright Road Mon., April 4 Thurs., April 7
South of Highway 19A, including the south side of the highway, between Moilliet Street and Church Road, including both sides of Moilliet Street
Mon., April 11 Thurs., April 14
East of Moilliet Street to Corfield Street, north and south of Highway 19A, including both sides of Corfield Street
Mon., April 18 Thurs., April 21
East of Corfield Street, north and south of Highway 19A, including the resort area, to the eastern boundary of the City
THIS WILL BE THE ONLY WOOD CHIPPING PROGRAM OFFERED IN 2016 If you have any questions regarding the wood chipping program, please call the Engineering and Operations Department at 250 248-5412.
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Stupid is as stupid does
The World Series of political stupidity is unraveling
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n politics, stupidity is not a handicap. — Napoleon
Waaal, yes she did, but she wasn’t sure how ‘tons’ translated into ‘pounds’. About the time the truck was taking out the Well, we didn’t need The Little Em- bridge, a chap in Pensacola, Florida was doperor to tell us that. ing the same thing to two small businesses in As I type, the World Series of political stu- a strip mall — with his car. pidity is unraveling down south where a bigot He drove right through a tax service firm and a buffoon mud-wrestle for the Republican and a casket company, leaving a wave of denomination. struction that one observer said “looked like a But the true horror is not that bomb went off.” there are trolls in the world like Fortunately no one was injured Trump and Cruz — what’s really — including the driver who exfrightening is... they have followplained serenely that he had been By Arthur Black ers. trying to “travel through time.” Millions of them, apparently. And spare a kind thought for Actual adults with functioning Jasper Harrison of Edgewater, brains and unparalleled access Florida. He was tending his clanto information have decided en destine marijuana patch when he masse to pledge fealty to creaheard the menacing whirr of a hetures unfit to be hall monitors in licopter overhead. public school. The jig is up, thought Jasper, the Where does all this stupid Narcs have found me. Unwilling to come from? walk on the wild side any lonNot to worry. America sits The property owner’s wife, ger he picked up the phone on a bedrock of dumbness and dialed 911. a self-described ‘retired both wide and deep. Consid- science teacher’ explained Regrettably for Jasper, the er a news story out of Woodhelicopter didn’t belong to that solar panels “prevent land, North Carolina, where photosynthesis”... and also the feds. It was doing traffic the town council recently held reports for a local radio stacause cancer a hearing into a proposed sotion, but the operator notified lar-panel farm. police and Jasper was busted Arthur BlAck An adjacent property ownfor having a grow-op. You thought stupidity er protested bitterly, explainstopped at the border? ing that his plants and trees Meet Kyle Blair of Surrey, B.C. Kyle is a lad would die because the solar panels “would with attitude. Recently he took exception to a suck up all the energy from the sun.” The property owner’s wife, a self-described motorist at a stoplight and tried to haul him ‘retired science teacher’ explained that solar out of his car. Bad choice. The driver was kinda big and he panels “prevent photosynthesis”... and also wasn’t alone. There was another rather imposcause cancer. You think that’s dumb? Woodland town ing gentlemen in the passenger seat. And they were both undercover cops on a council listened to the complaint — and voted stakeout. down the solar panels. Say what you want about stupidity, it’s an Now, that’s dumb. Speaking of which, don’t try to drive over equal opportunity employer. the bridge into Paoli, Indiana for the next few — Arthur Black lives on Saltspring Island. weeks. It’s out. His column appears weekly in The NEWS. That’ll happen when a truck carrying 35 He can be reached by e-mail at: tons of water tries to cross a bridge with a sixarblack43@shaw.ca ton limit. Police asked the trucker if she didn’t see the six-ton limit sign.
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We all need a home Homeless people should not live in a park. This is for a couple of reasons: their own safety, as well as the safety of others. Some homeless people have mental challenges, substance abuse issues and criminal records which may pose a risk to the public. Others do not have these issues and pose no risk. For either group, a public park is not the answer. Situational or temporarily homeless people usually utilize shelters. It is the chronic homeless that often have challenges that make them difficult to house. It is not being mean or negative to say that this is the case, it’s just stating reality. Homeless people need to have access to indoor living space. What does it say about a community that lets homeless people live in a park? The community should make a commitment to find safe housing for these individuals, even if it’s untraditional homes such as “tiny houses.” Some communities build tiny portable houses unlike trailer homes that can be moved. This could include portable houses made out of recycled metal storage containers (yes those that you see on trains and outside construction sites). Finding a solution could be a project for the local university in partnership with residents, local government, social service agencies and faith communities. We also have a federal government that has committed to providing more supportive housing. The timing is right. The community needs to put its money where its mouth is. If we truly believe in taking care of the homeless and the needy then we need to pay for it and fund more living spaces for safety and dignity. Also if the goal is to
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Quilting support On behalf of the Oceanside quilting group of Victoria’s Quilts Canada, we would like to thank some people who have generously donated to the group so that we can continue to make quilts for people in this area suffering from cancer and dealing with treatment. Some have donated money, others fabric and batting to enable us to continue comforting people in the area and letting them know the whole community cares. Maria, owner of The Window Dresser, has supplied us with many backings. The Parksville Legion gave us a sizable donation so that we could go and buy lovely flannel and cotton fabric. Susanne Ebsworthy from Northcott Fabrics in Toronto sent a large donation of cottons and flannel and a sorority chapter of Parksville-Qualicum called Perceptor Delta-Zeta gave us a monetary donation. Thanks to the support of this community and the volunteer quilters, we will be able to continue making quilts and comforting people in need.
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The Members and Executive of Branch #49 are pleased to invite all area veterans to a
VETERANS’ LUNCHEON Sunday, April 17th, 2016 Doors open at 11:00am - Lunch at 12:30pm Entertainment provided between 11:30-12:00 The Mt. Arrowsmith Pipes & Drums – Veterans – Spouses – Widows – Caregivers – No Charge (Seating is limited to 100 attendees – Sorry, no guests this year) Tickets available at the Legion Lounge Tickets must be picked up by April 11th, 2016 For further information call: 250-248-6842
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Minister defends Hydro rates Editor’s note: a common topic of conversation in Parksville Qualiucm Beach and around the province is the rising cost of electricty. What follows is the view of B.C.’s Minister of Energy and Mines, Bill Bennett. Send your response to the minister (mem.miniter@gov.bc.ca) or in a letter to the editor (editor@pqbnews.com).
In Halifax, a typical bill is $223 and in Ottawa the average is $207. That means electricity bills for Canadians living in Ottawa are almost $800 more than the average annual cost in B.C. Meanwhile in the U.S., bills in Boston are three times higher than in Vancouver. And in New York, the average comparable bill is $402, 280% higher than Vancouver. friend asked me the other day why, in Also, at a time when leaders around the the midst of a falling Canadian dollar planet are uniting to fight climate change, in and $8-a-head cauliflower, BC Hydro in- 2015, 97.9% of the energy generated in B.C. creased electricity rates again on April 1. I often was from clean or renewable resources. get this question, or ones like it, from the peoThat means our CO2 emissions from generple who live and raise their families in my com- ating electricity are roughly 1/40th and 1/80th munity of Cranbrook. of the mainly coal-powered nations of GermaWhile no one likes to see rates go up, as en- ny and Australia, respectively. ergy minister, I’m always grateThe cornerstone of British Coful for the opportunity to explain lumbia’s electricity system is our how B.C. has some of the lowest hydroelectric dams — whose averelectricity rates in Canada and the age age is 45 years. By Hon. Bill Bennett world, and one of the most reliable The last dam built in B.C. was in electricity grids. In fact, adjusting the 1980s and one of the facilities for inflation, electricity costs the BC Hydro is currently upgrading — same today in B.C. as it did back in the Ruskin dam and powerhouse 1976. near Mission — is more than 80 Our government is commityears old. ted to keeping rates affordable for Existing infrastructure is near or B.C. families, while also ensuring at capacity and much more work BC Hydro makes the necessary must be done if we’re going to meet investments in infrastructure to meet growing the electricity needs of a province that’s expectdemand for electricity and keep our system one ed to add over a million people in the next 20 of the most reliable on Earth. years. On April 1, BC Hydro entered year three of That’s why BC Hydro is investing, on averits 10-year plan that responsibly manages rates age, $2.4 billion a year on infrastructure over — keeping them as low as possible while also 10 years. funding investments in aging assets and new We’re investing now — not letting our asset infrastructure to keep our electricity system af- deficit grow like other jurisdictions have. This fordable, reliable and sustainable. helps us to keep rates low, our system reliable, Each year Hydro Quebec publishes a study and the construction work will also create jobs that compares electricity rates across major and grow our economy: 123,000 jobs and conNorth American cities. Last year’s study showed tribute $13 billion to B.C.’s GDP. that the average bill for a B.C. household using 1,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity was $143. See NO IMPACT, page A27
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Sell your Art: Bring paintings in to TOSH
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Buy them at the MAC, on our website, or at Cranky Dog Music
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PLEASE RECYCLE YOUR NEWSPAPER PLASTIC BAGS. Must not be cut on the ends, have any holes, and intact. We will reuse them for our next paper delivery. THANK YOU! Return to: #4 - 154 Middleton Avenue, Parksville 8:30am-5pm Mon-Fri
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The Town of Qualicum Beach is currently seeking energetic and enthusiastic post-secondary students for various duties in our Parks & Public Works departments for the period May to September 2016. Typical duties will include: • Litter pick-up • Planting flowers • Weeding flower beds and planters; watering flowers and hanging baskets • Weed control on hardscapes • Trail maintenance • Weed eating and brush clearing • Painting • Other general labour duties as assigned Required qualifications include: • A current post-secondary student, returning to full-time studies in the fall term; • Grade 12 plus a valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a safe driving record; • Physical capability to safely complete continuous manual labour (e.g. bending, shoveling, lifting, pushing/pulling, etc) in all weather conditions; • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, particularly when dealing with the public; • Demonstrated ability to work as a part of a team as well as independently; and • Ability to follow direction, especially direction related to safe work practices. The terms and conditions of employment are covered by the CUPE Local 401 Collective Agreement. The rate of pay will be $17.31/hr. Hours of work will vary and may include weekends and holidays. To apply: Please download the application form located on the Town’s website at www.qualicumbeach.com/employment and complete/submit via paper copy or email to: Human Resources #201 – 660 Primrose Street, P.O. Box 130 Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1S7 Email: careers@qualicumbeach.com Deadline for Applications: April 13, 2016 We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Bowser Elementary School representatives were presented a $3,000 cheque from the TD Bank Friends of the Environment Foundation toward the construction of the school’s Tulnuxw lelum Cultural Learning Space in February. From left are school First Nations liaison Carmen Forrest, TD’s Jeremy Flanagan, Bowser teacher Laura Bonnor, TD rep Susan Black, Bowser Outdoor Ed instructor Dave MacVicar and TD representatives Marilynn Maygard and Lisa Hackett.
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Staff at Smoke ‘N Water Restaurant donated $3,318 to the Manna Homeless Society, March 5. The proceeds were raised from the sale of stained-glass hearts at the restaurant in February. From left are Meaghan, owner David Jones and glass artist Layne Collinson of Smoke ‘N Water, and Robin Campbell and Royce Taylor from Manna Society. Unsold hearts have been donated to the Parksville District Association of Community Living.
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Oceanside Hospice Society receives a cheque for $4000.00. Presented by Dave Field, President, Seaside Cruizers Car Club (right) to Andy Telfer - Executive Director (left) and Heather Fraser, Resource Co-ordinator (centre).
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After 30 years of business in the Parksville Qualicum Beach region, KenDor Garden Centre staff know what their loyal customers want. In two words: deer resistant. “That’s the number one question asked, working out here, what’s deer resistant, that’s the big one, so we try to specialize in that,” said manager Tim Donkersley. He listed off, among others, “lavender, Mexican orange, heather... rhodos, for the most part, unless you’re out in Nanoose, then that’s a whole different ballgame.” “There’s probably half a dozen for sure, can’t-miss plants,” he said. While he estimates 60 per cent of their customers are locals “you recognize year after year,” he added that the rest come from far and wide. “I get customers from Victoria, Campbell River, quite a few from Port Alberni, a lot from all over the mid-Island.” He has also noticed a lot of new, younger customers coming in over the last year or two. “We’re changing with the times, brining in more stuff that people want, more drought-resistant plants and taking care of things that way — it’s ever changing.” But he said they aim to respond to what their customer’s want, so it’s up to people to tell them what that is and keep making requests to help steer their inventory. Tim’s parents Ken and Dorothy started the family business at Wembley Mall in Parksville in the spring of 1987. Ken worked in forestry and Dorothy was already an experienced gardener, so when they saw a small nursery going out of business shortly after moving to the area from Victoria, they bought it. “And it’s been growing at a steady rate ever since,” Tim said. The original Ken-Dor was in the corner of the mall area where Remax is to-
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day, before it moved across the parking lot in 1991 to where the new liquor store is, where it stayed until 2011. That year they consolidated their store and operations at the current Qualicum Beach farm location, which they had bought
for planting and storage space in 1995. Occasional sales at the farm before consolidation were popular, said Donkersley. He said the novelty of shopping at ‘the farm’ appears to have worn off since it became their main store.
Tim started working with the family business as a young man at the end of the 1980s, he said, and his role has grown. Dorothy, the hands-on manager and garden lover of the family, died in April, 2014 and Ken, who “was never really as hands-on as mom,” is less involved in the daily operations today. Tim also gives a lot of credit to their staff of about a dozen, led by 25-year veteran Lily Barie, who he said is threatening to retire. Those employees, with about seven working at a time, dwindle to just three in the winter, in the highly seasonal industry. “March to June is when you’re going to make or break it,” Tim said, gesturing to their fields of stock, much of which he hopes be sold in the next few weeks. “If you don’t have a good April-May you’re going to have a bad year,” he said, pointing to the massive impact of the weather. “It’s pretty simple,” he said with a chuckle, “when it’s nice out people come shopping for plants.” He said business peaks at the same time every spring, just before Mother’s Day when “the annuals and perennials are big.” And he said it’s not a surprise when municipal watering restrictions begin to kick in in the early summer and sales take a sharp nose dive. Tim said that they have been trying to expand their offerings, getting more into gifts, bagged soil bags and pots, but they will continue to focus on their core products. Though they don’t have a specific 30th anniversary event planned, watch for good sales this season and help KenDor Garden Centre celebrate it’s longtime business in the area. For more information visit www.kendor.ca, call 250-594-1117 or stop by 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday at 845 Qualicum Road, near Rupert Road.
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Although many of the towns and cities on Vancouver Island have names rooted either in the language of the First Nations people or named after the early explorers from Britain and Spain, the street names of Parksville honour the pioneers and early settlers whose lives provided the foundation for the city. When the Lee family arrived from Ireland in 1886, they registered their land claims in French Creek. To reach their property they had to cross a muddy trail through the forest. In time, the Lee cabin became known as Shamrock Lodge and seen as the social centre for the developing community around French Creek. It was there that Bill’s wife Bessie, the “Grand Lady” of French Creek, held afternoon teas everyday. Bill was the first postmaster of the little French Creek Post Office which can now be seen among the village buildings at Parksville Museum. Another early arrival was Major Hickey. Born in India and following an illustrious military career, Major Hickey left the British army to start a new life on Vancouver Island. He too settled in French Creek and a year later married his Irish wife, Charlotte. Together they were actively involved in the growing community. Major Hickey helped build St. Anne’s Church and the firstborn of their 8 children was the first baby christened in the church. Mrs Hickey played the organ there for 45 years. McKinnon Street recalls John, a carpenter who project-managed the building of St. Anne’s. His daughter Kate was the teacher at the earliest official school in Parksville and was paid just $50.00 a month. Back in 1893, to boost the numbers required to maintain the school, 4 year old Isabelle McMillan was the youngest child enrolled whereas the eldest was 23 year old Joe Hirst, reputed to have spent time sitting on the front steps smoking his pipe. Bernard Avenue carries the name of one of Parksville’s more colourful characters. George Bernard left Ireland and
eventually arrived by train in Parksville with his new wife Jessie. In time though she and their children moved away to Victoria, George remained in Parksville. Among his many interests he was also the official weatherman for the area. At one time he recorded 2.16 inches of rain in a 24 hour period reminding us that the ‘Pineapple Expresses’ are not a new phenomenon. George was known as a great collector of artifacts. He had many callers to his home wanting to see his collection of treasures. The visitors’ book he kept can still be seen at Parksville Museum. Harrison is another well-known Parksville avenue. Among the first to perceive the potential holiday mecca that Oceanside might become, Mr. and Mrs. H.K. Harrison built the cottages that became known as Harrison’s Beach Camp. Shelly Road and Shelly Park are named for Fred Shelly who arrived in Parksville in 1913. Over the years Fred reared chickens, sheep and later, soft fruit. The Shellys were known across mid-Island for their barn dances and strawberry and cream parties. Notably, Fred was pivotal in raising the funds and purchasing what was to become the community park. When the Island Hall Hotel first opened, local magistrate Bob Weld held court in one of the bedrooms there. He was also head of Air Raid Precautions during the Second World War and was instrumental in starting Parksville’s new fire department. At the lower end of what is now Weld Street, the Rambler Tea Room was owned by Mary Martindale Middleton fondly known as Auntie Mid. The Tea Room burnt down when Frank Nuttall’s adjacent garage caught fire. Undefeated, Auntie Mid built a new Rambler Tea Room further along the Island Highway. A favourite destination for young and old alike, it was known for its Davenport ice cream and also for the wooden policeman carved by Parksville’s Harry Butler that stood outside and also served as a stop for the local bus. How fitting, when recalling the many families who created the Parks-
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ville heritage that in addition to the highways and byways there is a small park dedicated to Ernest and Edith Marks. Born and married in England they arrived in Parksville in 1912. Here they worked hard and over the years were able to purchase a farm where they raised a dairy herd. Many years later their daughter Mildred with her husband Bill, donated 2.7 acres of their former farm to the Town of Parksville. It remains to this day as a protected natural park with woodland, trails and deer as a memorial and in honour of Ernest and Edith. Close to the highway, by the Visitor Centre you will find the Parksville Museum & Archives. This living museum is home to historic buildings from Parkville’s early days together with a host of artifacts and archives. These reflect the daily lives, homes, schooling and worship of the early communities together with an insight into the trades and industry of the area. The Englishman River Building that houses the museum collection is open from Tuesday – Saturday between 11:00 am3:00 pm. Learn more about the museum at parksvillemuseum.ca References: Parksville Museum & Archives; Marjorie Leffler: Parksville & then some. Next Month: Read more about George Bernard.
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Hunt for gold begins Golden shoe is hidden in all of the RDN’s 12 parks There’s gold in dem dar parks. OK, golden shoes anyway. The Regional District of Nanaimo’s 10th annual Golden Shoe Hunt is spread throughout the mid-Island from April 15 to May 20. Each week a “golden” shoe will be hidden in one of the RDN’s 12 regional parks encompassing 2,061 hectares, 60 kilometres of developed trail and over 180 other parks in the seven electoral areas. A clue will then be posted that will lead you to the park and the shoe, in which you will find prizes and a log book to enter a message and your name into. All six shoes will remain in their hiding places until after the May long weekend, so there is plenty of time to find them. Prize draws are also part of the hunt. Simply take a photo with the golden shoe and e-mail it to recparks@rdn.bc.ca or post on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram with the hashtags #goldenshoehunt or #rdnparks. Everyone is invited to enjoy the benefits of having nature so close and explore these natural treasures, along with a chance to win prizes. Take a picture with the shoe and send it to be entered into prize draws, including gift certificates and swim and skate passes. Clues and instructions for the locations of the shoe will be posted weekly to www.rdn.bc. ca/recreation and on the RDN Facebook and Twitter pages. For more information, contact RDN Recreation and Parks at 250-248-3252. — NEWS Staff/RDN
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iceBear with his painting Point of View, which was unveiled at the MaC’s opening reception for the centre’s april exhibit. the room was filled with people on saturday as iceBear spoke about his work and the meanings behind his two new paintings.
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IceBear unveils new work at MAC The two new pieces of art were made specifically for the centre’s month-long exhibit l auren collins reporter@pqbnews.com
The MAC was filled on Saturday for the opening reception for the art centre’s April exhibits. At the afternoon event, one of the featured artists, IceBear, unveiled two new pieces made specifically for The MAC exhibit. The one piece, Point of View (pictured above on the easel), was only finished about 48 hours before the unveiling, according to IceBear. “I sat there for about three days, and just looked at it and looked at it and looked at it.” Although the painting was only finished days before the unveiling, IceBear said Point of View was weeks in the making. “It looks like it’s been done in 48 hours, but it took me three weeks, probably more. Even conceptualizing took me a lot longer to do it.” IceBear described the painting as a cosmic journey. “It’s the journey into what the artist sees. It’s this journey that when I
see something into there, I’m looking “So it’s more important of what you through here. This is where I’m travelling. see than the artist that initially started to This is where you’re going. You’re going do it.” at this time where I went through here,” At the reception, IceBear spoke to the he said. audience about his works at the exhibit “Because around that corner, over that and a bit about his history as an artist. new horizon, I’ll see that and there it lies. In his speech, he said “IceBear is the It’s underneath there. It’s a discovery.” gift to be able to paint, to communicate IceBear said it’s more important about to you, and to all of us.” what the people see in the painting than “I’ve done sculptures and I’ve done what the artist sees. murals, and many things that you’ll see “It’s not about me bein the public eye, but it cause who cares what has the name IceBear, If I can evoke your I’m saying. It’s only you imagination, if I can bring not my name.” — the viewer — that is you to a place you have not He said he was important. In that mostunned by the reaction. seen and let your imagination go, then I ment and time, it’s what “I was stunned that have succeeded your opinion is,” he there would be so many Icebear said. “If I can evoke your people coming out beimagination, if I can cause nobody knows bring you to a place you me here.” have not seen and let your imagination For IceBear, he said being in the spotgo, then I have succeeded.” light isn’t what his career is about. He said when he starts with a blank “As an artist, I don’t like the light. I canvas, he’s an important person. But as don’t stand in the light. It’s just not for the piece is closer to being finished, he me, it makes me uncomfortable doing becomes less and less important until he that.” becomes obsolete. He describes himself as blue collar.
“I just work out there and I have survived that way. I survived the critics despite everything.” IceBear said that none of his paintings are the same. “You’ll see that my paintings change in their colour palette, their approach. No painting should look the same,” he said. “Because life is about growing, it’s about change. It’s about finding things. It’s about looking at new techniques. It’s not becoming a specialist.” The art is IceBear, he said. “The only way that I become IceBear is now, at this moment here when I’m talking and I’m with the art.” He said the art comes from his totem. “That’s who paints it — IceBear. I don’t paint it. It comes from that, from these visions and from these things and from this totem. It’s a very unforgiving totem. It’s a very strong totem. It’s much stronger than I am. I cannot possibly live up to its expectation.” He said he’s constantly trying to reach and strive to attain something with his art.
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COMMUNITY WORKSHOP: In the foreground, Nancy day is working on a piece of art with her weekly group at Nanoose Place Community Centre (2925 NW Bay Rd., Nanoose Bay). once a week, day and two or three other artists get together to paint at the centre, while also giving constructive criticism to the other artists.
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Jazz quintet at The MAC
Former Kwalikum Secondary teacher performing The Dave Stewart Quintet will be at The MAC on Friday. Recently retired, Stewart was a music educator at Kwalikum Secondary School. A few years ago, Stewart decided to form a jazz quintet with some very talented musicians in the mid-Island area who shared a love for playing jazz music. The group’s philosophy is
to interpret traditional jazz standards and original compositions from a new artistic perspective while still maintaining the original framework of the music. In the traditional spirit of jazz, each group member presents their unique spontaneous improvisation on the harmonic structure of the music while maintaining the integrity of
the music. The show is April 8 at The MAC. Tickets are $15 and $12 for Oceanside Community Arts Council members. Tickets can be purchased at Cranky Dog (154 Morison Ave., Parksville) or at The MAC. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door. — Submitted by The MAC
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The Oceanside Concert Band’s annual Spring Concert is this Sunday. The 35-member band will be performing under the direction of Dr. Paul Rathke with soloist drummer Wayne Finucan. Finucan has played on hundreds of TV shows over the years and has been a featured jazz drummer on the Island. Rathke has lived in Parksville for the past eight years. He holds a degree from the Eastman School of Music. He was a member of the United States Army Field Band of Washington, D.C. Highlights from the show will include Salute
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Errington Memorial Hall gets $2,480 More than 120 organizations from Dawson Creek to Victoria and communities in between — including the Errington War Memorial Hall Association — are receiving a total of $300,000 in multiculturalism grants to help celebrate British Columbia’s rich multicultural heritage and promote empathy and inclusiveness in B.C. The Errington War memorial Hall Association received $2,480 in this round of multiculturalism grants. “British Columbia was built by many hands from various cultures, traditions and backgrounds,” said Teresa Wat, Minister of International Trade and Minister Responsible for Asia Pacific Strategy and Multiculturalism. “By supporting these 121 organizations,
we help them to celebrate the unique multicultural history of our province and promote empathy in communities throughout B.C.” The Multiculturalism Grant Program celebrates British Columbia’s cultural diversity by funding projects that raise awareness of B.C.’s multicultural identity. This can include festivals, community forums or cultural celebrations that support positive expressions of multiculturalism. The grants also support projects that challenge racism and hate, especially those that utilize a collaborative community approach. Each community organization will receive up to $2,480 and the funding will go to a variety of projects customized for each community’s needs.
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March 25, 1920 – April 1, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, Greta Friis. She is survived by her children, Roy (Helen), Lars, and Margreth (Gary); grandchildren, Laurie (Matt), Tricia (Les), Orlena; Orlena; and andgreat greatgrandchildren, grandchildren,Janson, Jason, Lenaya, and Great was was predeceased predeceased by by her husband, Johan Eric (Gina). Greta (John), son, Borge (Bugs), as well as all her siblings in Finland. Greta moved to Canada with her three young boys in December of 1951 to join Johan who was already living in Port Alberni. She did seamstress work while Johan did house framing and later boat building at the Alberni Shipyard. In 1954, Margreth was born and their life in Canada had been firmly established. Along with her work as a seamstress, Greta helped out catering, and cooking at the Greenwood Hotel. Later she began cooking at the Woodward’s Lunch Counter. In her mind, Woodward’s had the best of everything. Greta Great and Johan moved into their new house on Craig Street in December of 1959 where she lived until 2005. The neighbourhood was a great place, with neighbours who became lifelong friends. Moving out of her home in 2005 was a big change for Greta but she quickly made new friends at Heritage Place. A few years later failing health required another move, this time to Stanford Place Care Campus in Parksville. Our family is eternally grateful to the kind and capable staff there who made her stay with them as comfortable and loving as possible during her declining years. The family would also like to thank Dr. Henderson for his guidance and excellent medical care over these past years.
We will miss her bright smile and warm heart that has guided us through all these years. A Memorial Service will be held in Greta’s honour at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Road in Parksville. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.
Collette Lillian Prenevost December 31,1930 - March 13, 2016
Mom died peacefully at Trillium Lodge in Parksville, BC, surrounded by her children, Brent (Jacqueline), Nancy (Peter), Grant and Jason (Adrienne). Predeceased by her parents, Earl and Grace Hauser and her husband Jim, she also leaves behind the “loves of her life” her three grandchildren, Sam, Patrick and Michael. After finishing high school in Assiniboia where she met her future husband Jim, Mom moved to Moose Jaw and trained at Providence Hospital where she became an RN. As proud as mom was of her career as a nurse her greatest joy and pride was in her role as mother and grandmother. She instilled in each of her children the importance of education and hard work and she was never hesitant in expressing her opinion when any one of her family were not living up to their potential. Mom had a wonderful sense of humour and could always laugh at herself. She loved being the center of attention and was always a good sport whenever she was the subject of a practical joke or quip from one of her children. Mom loved people and she met people wherever she went - her circle of acquaintances was as varied as the people she met while enjoying a cigarette at a coffee shop. In her later years she “volunteered” at a Mexican restaurant, a flower shop and a coffee shop in Parksville. Mom leaves behind many friends and acquaintances including her dear friend, Josie Polz who was both a friend and caregiver for mom and dad at the end of their lives for which their children will always be eternally grateful. Even though mom and dad moved from Assiniboia to Maple Ridge in 1970 and then ultimately to Parksville in 2000, mom always considered herself a “prairie girl” and vowed that she would someday return to her little house on the prairie. Mom will get her wish - she will be laid to rest in Assiniboia. Mom could quote Shakespeare from her high school days and did so even in the last months of her life: “To die, to sleep-to sleep perchance to dream- ay there’s the rub, for in this sleep of death what dreams may come” A Celebration of Life will be held at a future date. Please consider honouring her memory by making a donation in her name to Covenant House Vancouver. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.
Jacqueline Carol Podwysocki (Laing) (Watson) On Jan. 4, 2016, after a short bout with liver cancer and her children at her side, Jacqueline Carol Podwysocki (Watson) went home to her beloved Lloyd. She is predeceased by her parents Gordon and Dorothy Laing, husband Harry Podwysocki and the love of her life with whom she didn't get nearly enough time with, Lloyd Clark. Everyone knew Jackie. If you knew her, you loved her. From her impeccable grooming, to her radiant smile and infectious laugh. Her wisdom and love is deeply missed by her daughter Jodie (Todd), son Gord (Sheila) and grandchildren Kristi, Gaelin, Drake, Thea, Tawni, Kourtni, Jacob and Aven. Nana Pod is deeply missed by all. At the request of Jackie, there will be no memorial service. Those that wish to honour her are encouraged to make donations in her name to the Chemainus Hospice Society or Cowichan Valley Memorial hospital. We carry your heart in our heart. For now. For always. Love and miss you so much mom.
Sophia Allan (nee Husband) Thornley THORNLEY, Sophia Allan (nee Husband) of Victoria and Qualicum Beach, passed away peacefully at Oak Bay Lodge on March 26, 2016 at the age of 90. She was predeceased by Fred, her husband of 57 years and Don Nix, her husband of 7 years and sons Peter and Tim. She is survived by her sons David (Gail), Chris (Cathy), Andy (Debbie), daughter-in-law Joanne; 8 grandchildren: Diane, Karen, Michael, Patrick, Melissa, Cassandra, Allison and Robyn; 3 greatgrandchildren: David, Megan and Paul. Sophia grew up in Burnaby Heights and upon marrying Fred Thornley moved all over BC and Alberta, finally settling in Qualicum B.C. A talented artist and actress, Sophia performed with many theatre groups from Surrey, Langley and West Vancouver to the successful Capital Comedy Players in Victoria, to Echo Players in Qualicum. Career high points include: The British Farces and “On Golden Pond”. Sophia also acted in several television commercials and movies including Sherlock Holmes with Patrick Macnee. Sophia was a woman of character & substance,well worth knowing and much loved. She will be truly missed by all who knew her for her warmth, talent, humour and specially her kindness to others. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Echo Players, Qualicum or to Langham Court Theatre, Victoria would be a fitting tribute. A memorial service will be held on Monday, April 11, 2016 at 2:00pm at St Stephen’s United Church, 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach.
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DEATHS
NORMAN P. WILSON March 8, 1921 to March 26, 2016
Norm was born in Vancouver, BC and died peacefully at Qualicum Manor in Qualicum Beach, BC. He was lovingly cared for at Qualicum Manor and his wife Lou is grateful.
In Loving Memory Of
Joseph Yablonski A memorial service will be held in Honour of
Joseph Yablonski
Sunday, April 10th, 12:00 noon at Oceanside Community Church, 1420 Alberni Highway, Parksville, BC
IN MEMORIAM
IN MEMORIAM
In Loving Memory of
ROWLAND MILLS
Who passed into the Lord’s presence on April 4th, 2014
and son
KEITH MILLS
Who went to be with his Lord on April 7th, 2009
In Thy presence is fullness of joy, at Thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore. Psalm. 16:11 Forever loved and remembered - Wilma & Family
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
TRAVEL
COMING EVENTS
GETAWAYS
HELP WANTED
LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Spring Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891
LIVE-IN, P/T CARETAKERS. An active ‘young’ N/S retired couple to live on waterfront QB property, rent free in exchange for P/T caretaker duties. Reply to: mgurd@hotmail.com
BC CONSERVATIVE PARTY Parksville - Qualicum Riding Association ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Sat, May 7, 2016, 2pm Nanoose Place 2925 Northwest Bay Rd (off Hwy 19 at Petro Can Gas Station 2kms right side). Everyone Welcome!
INFORMATION
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TRAVEL SAVE 30% on our heart of the arctic adventure. Visit Inuit communities in Greenland and Nunavut aboard the comfortable 198-passenger ocean endeavour. Call for details! 1800-363-7566 or visit online www.adventurecanada.com (TICO#04001400)
AGM Meeting Parksville Community Centre Society Annual General Meeting June 16th. at 7pm. Nomination Committee is accepting applications for becoming a director. Please contact the Centre to have a form sent to you. 250-248-6234 Application deadline is May 5th. CANADA BENEFIT group Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assessment HIP OR knee replacement? Arthritic conditions/COPD? Restrictions in walking/dressing? Disability tax credit $2,000 tax credit $20,000 refund. Apply today for assistance: 1-844-453-5372. IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, that’s your business. Want to STOP, we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous. 1-800-883-3968
NEW to the area? Call for your FREE package of info, gifts & greetings. Pat: 250-248-7119 Parksville Kamla: 250-752-7458 Qualicum Beach
The most Famous Baskets in the World! www.welcomewagon.ca
LEGALS NOTICE TO ROBERT ZIMMERMAN Miscellaneous Goods The above-mentioned goods stored at: Bekins Moving & Storage 1010 Shearme Rd., Coombs, BC will be advertised for sale by Public Auction under the Warehouseman’s Lien Act if outstanding charges are not paid in full by: noon on April 15, 2016.
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INFORMATION
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD
Front Line Cook
Part and full time Line Cook required for a busy pub / banquet facility. Must have food safe. Experience an asset. Ask for Mike. Please Apply In Person With Resume To French Creek House #1-1025 Lee Road, Parksville, B.C.
INCOME OPPORTUNITY
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
RENTALS
FINANCIAL SERVICES
HANDYPERSONS
FRIENDLY FRANK
OFFICE/RETAIL
FOR GREAT Rates call Buds Handyman Service. Gutter and yard cleaning, yard maintenance, exterior painting, junk removal. No job too small! Call Rob for your free quote today, (250)739-2223.
METAL FILING cabinet, 4 drawers, lockable, w/file hangers. $75. (250)752-5450.
544 sq ft. Commercial Space for Lease
TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES COMPUTER SERVICES BUYDENS COMPUTERS PC Repair & Personal Tutoring. Call Kevin @ 250-240-7372.
CUSTOMER Care Evaluators Wanted to evaluate and provide feedback on their customer experiences at local establishments. $15$30 Per Review + Additional reimbursements towards good/services. Apply: Shop.BestMark.com or call 800-969-8477.
Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Reno & Repair Specialist. 30 years of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB
MEDICAL/DENTAL
GARDENING
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES GROOMER WANTED. Exc. business opportunity for a certified & exp. groomer. Bring your existing business to our dedicated grooming area, & get the benefits of our existing clients to grow your business. Please email: erringtonpetlodge@shaw.ca with resume, expectations & questions. No phone calls please.
PERSONAL SERVICES
DRYWALL
FINANCIAL SERVICES
INFORMATION
QUALICUM BAY - HORNE LAKE WATERWORKS DISTRICT
48th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The purpose of this meeting is to elect two Trustees for three-year terms ending in 2019, and two Trustees to complete three year terms, ending in 2017. Also, to discuss works completed in 2015 and new developments for 2016. To be held at the Lighthouse Community Hall 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at 7:00pm
JUNK TO THE DUMP. Jobs Big or small, I haul it all! I recycle & donate to local charities. Sean (250)618-9381.
M OXFORD Home/Commercial Reno’s & Painting. Decks, Sheds, Hardwood & Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guaranteed. Fully insured. (250)228-5204. POIRIER PAINTING SUMMER’S AROUND THE CORNER, CALL FOR EXTERIOR SPECIALS. Residential / Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, WCB, Call Dan at 250-240-3528.
WANTED Scandinavian Furniture from 1950s/ 60s and accessories; and L.Ps
Call 250-380-7022
lacknerwayne@gmail.com
REAL ESTATE ACREAGE 10.4 acres - 7705A Cowichan Lake Rd. dug well, septic needed, other services at road. Motivated vendor, will consider financing. $190k ph:604-250-2396
FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251
BICYCLES 2 NISHIKI Bicycles, male and female, 18spd, exe cond. $150/e obo. (250)752-5162.
Good street front location in the heart of Qualicum Beach. Well suited for professional services or retail. Available June 1.
Phone 250 248 6504
SHARED ACCOMMODATION PORT ALBERNI to share newer 1700sq ft home, pet friendly. $750 inclusive. Call (250)724-5185.
STORAGE MORE SPACE FOR LESS Storage Containers Currently available: 8’ x 20’ $105. + taxes. Open storage for RVs, cars, boats, trailers: $40. + taxes for first 20’ $2 each additional foot.
250-248-7100.
SUITES, UPPER QUALICUM BACHELOR suite, with mountain view on private acreage, 3 appls + W/D, heat/hydro & satellite incld’d, NS/NP, refs req’d. $670/mo. Call (250)752-3557.
WANTED TO RENT SEMI-RETIRED COUPLE w/1 clean cat want 1 or 2 bdrm house, townhouse or trailer, Parksville/Qualicum area for April or May. Call (250)6077182, 250-752-7199.
TRANSPORTATION AUTO SERVICES
FOR SALE BY OWNER
APARTMENT/CONDO
Sales & Service.
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WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES
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SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.
RENTALS
for NEWER FRIDGES, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS etc.
REFORESTATION Nursery seedlings of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free Shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca
APPLIANCES
$$ CASH PAID $$
Rapid debt relief. Good people to know in times of trouble. Serving communities throughout Vancouver Island. Call Kyle for a consultation. 1-855-812-6767; Abakhan & Associates Inc. www.abakhan.com
POLE BARNS, shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403998-7907; email: jcameron @advancebuildings.com.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
SEASIDE PAINTING Brightening up your world. Free estimates. Call 250-240-2450 GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
FULL ARROWSMITH Golf Membership for sale (Membership holder plus spouse) $1000. Call 250-954-4177
QUALICUM 733 Beach Rd (1 block to town centre), 3 bdrm, 2 bath, on crawl, 2200 sq ft excellent condition. Separate inlaw 1 bdrm suite own entrance. Lrg private fenced lot, dbl garage. Asking $579,900. For more info call 250-7528467 or 250-752-9256.
Jacob’s Landscape Care. Lawns, pruning, yard clean-ups, hedges, maintenance, waste removal, odd jobs, pressure washing. Free est., 250-927-4748. www.JLCARE.ca
HELP WANTED
FAMILY Resource Association has an opening for the following position: Speech and Language Pathologist For FRA career postings go to: www.frabc.ca
ANYTHING JUNK & waste removal. Same day service. Call 250-240-2945.
“LITTLE AZTEC� PaintingProfessional. Good rates. Free quote. Jose’ (250)594-6611.
START A new career in Graphic Arts, Healthcare, Business, Education or Information Tech. If you have a GED, call: 855-670-9765
COOKS AND SERVERS- Arrowsmith Golf and Micky J’s Bar and Grill are looking for cooks and servers to join a great team. Plenty of perks and an enjoyable atmosphere to work in. Servers wages starting at $10.45, cooks wages dependent on skill level. Please email resumes to: essexproperties@shaw.ca or phone Kieran at (250)7529727 ext.105.
ALL TYPES of hauling. Small loads, garden waste, construction debris & junk. Call Ron 250-757-2094, 250-947-0572.
THINKING OF PAINTING? Call the Pro’s at Stroke Above Painting Ltd AND see what my crew can do for you! Book exteriors early to avoid disappointment. Commercial & Residential. Interior/Exterior. WCB. Insured. Call Dave, 250-240-2310.
PERSONAL SERVICES
NANNY WANTED - Seeking a mature and responsible person to care for three children aged 3, 5 and 7 in French Creek. Care would include driving to and from school, home care for a three year old and light cleaning and meal preparation. Hours required, 8-4 Monday to Thursday with flexibility to work Fridays if required and occasional extended hours. Call 250-240-2925.
INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. Hands-On Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training! Funding & Housing Avail! Job Aid! Already a HEO? Get certiďŹ cation proof. Call 1-866-399-3853 or go to: iheschool.com
$35 AND up + dump fee. Green waste and furniture. Brad, 250-951-2131.
PAINTING
CHILDCARE
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
HAULING AND SALVAGE
WAYNE’S HAUL-AWAY. Will haul away unwanted whatever. Also, small engine repair. Bondable. 250-752-1639.
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION Specialists are in huge demand. Employers want CanScribe graduates. A great work-from-home career! Train with Canada’s best-rated program. Enroll today. www.canscribe.com. 1-800466-1535. Or email us at: info@canscribe.com.
LET’S GET THAT MOSS OFF YOUR DRIVEWAY! Green looks great in the yard, not on concrete, metal or siding! Call me for your pressure-washing needs as well as other ‘fix-it’ jobs around the house. Vito: 250-240-9613.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
EMERALD EST: Small 1bdrm apt 700+ sqft, 55+, NS/NP $1200, light housekeeping incld’d, meal opt. avail. April 1. 250-752-4424.
MOILLIET MANOR Clean, Quiet, Secure Senior Oriented Elevator Community Room Wait List Available
Call 250-248-9322 HOMES FOR RENT BOWSER Waterfront. 2 bdrm 1100sq.ft, beach, F/P, carport. N/S, Clean, beautiful $1300. bhughes2324@gmail.com or call Val (250)752-6915.
Seat Repairs, Vinyl Tops, Convertibles, Carpets, Headliners, Motorbike Seats
250-586-2015
CARS 1966 SS IMPALA Motor is 283, original owner, burgundy with white interior, 2 dr. hardtop. Asking $15,000 obo. Call 250-650-6067. 2015 FORD Fiesta (almost new!) hatchback, auto with prepaid maint. Plan & Warranty available. $12,000. To view: 250-248-8550.
MARINE BOATS 21’ STARCRAFT boat on ezloader trailer with 90 horse. Needs work. Asking $4500. obo. Call 250-650-6067.
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SERVICE DIRECTORY Contact Pauline at The Parksville Qualicum Beach News: 250-905-0012 Fencing
BLAIR’S FENCING Cedar panels, farm fencing & chain link. Repairs-Installation Residential Commercial 20 yrs. experience. Free estimates.
250-240-4615 blairsfencing.com FAST, FRIENDLY, RELIABLE QUALITY WORK AT A FAIR PRICE.
Tree Care
COMPLETE TREE AND HEDGE CARE
• ISA Certified Arborist • Structural Pruning • Fruit Trees • Hedge Trimming • Tree & Shrub Fertilizing
Barnes
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Painting
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Book now to avoid disappointment.
Free Estimates. Insured.
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Serving our area since 1972.
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Do you have local sports news? contact: J.R. Rardon, Sports Reporter email: sports@pqbnews.com phone: 250-905-0028
Grumpy Old men HOckey TOurnamenT
Grumpy, but enjoying good hockey Parksville teams won three of the five divisions in the weekend’s fun action DEVIN OWPALUK NEWS Contributor
They may be long in the tooth, but they’ve still got the moves. Parksville teams took home the championship in three of the five divisions at the 26th annual Grumpy Old Men hockey tournament, which kicked off Friday, April Fools Day. These guys didn’t come to fool, they came to play. Over the course of three days, 24 teams played 36 round robin games, plus five championship finals. Teams came from up and down the Island, across the strait and from as far away as Edmonton. “It’s been a great success,” said tournament director Charlie Schaal. “(Although) we’ve had a few over-enthusiastic players.” The teams were organized into five divisions. Each division is named after a former Grumpy Old Men player who has since passed on: the Bob Gold division (ages 55-plus), the George Redl division (50-plus), the Fred McEachern and Dan Tingley divisions (45-plus) and the Zee Kowal division (35-plus). It seemed the players thoroughly enjoyed themselves. They showed great skill and hustle on the ice, as well as displaying good sportsmanship. Said long-time veteran of the tournament Mike Hanna from Campbell River: “It’s fantastic, well run. The referees were fantastic.” The Parksville Black Aces won the Bob Gold 55-plus division final 2-1 against the Duncan Hustlers. The first goal was scored by Dan Zauran and the second by Rick Deleau, who said the Aces won
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James Ethier of the Parksville Black Aces was one of the stars of the Grumpy Old Men Hockey Tournament this past weekend.
through “teamwork.” Aces goalie James Ethier only let in one goal in four games. The Parksville Bruins won the George Redl 50-plus division final 8-3 against
Campbell River 50 B’s. Said Gord Dodd: “Fun tournament, good camaraderie.” Goalie Perry Elderbroom added: “(We played a) super defensive game, super
tight. We played a pressure game. It’s a great tournament. I like the (age) levels. All the games were even.” The Port McNeil Ice Devils won the Fred McEachern 45-plus division final 5-1 against the Gold River Greyhawks. The Victoria Capital Iron Miners took the Dan Tingley 45-plus division final 4-3 against the Nanaimo Pylons. Another Parksville team nabbed the Zee Kowel 35-plus division final in a tense shootout. In perhaps the closest match of all, the Victoria Police Capitals tied the Oceanside Stars 2-2 in the last three minutes while Oceanside was serving two penalties. Oceanside beat Victoria 2-1 in the shootout, with stars Glen Fyfe and team captain Joe Snyder scoring. “It was closely matched, both teams did their best,” said Snyder. “It’s a fun tournament with lots of teams and lots of fun.” All of the three Parksville winning teams went undefeated in the tournament. Said Spruce Grove (Alta.) Old Pines player Neil Holyoak: “It’s a great and well- run (tournament), the weather and the nice arenas. Everybody we’ve met is great.” Organizers said the community benefits greatly from the tournament with visiting teams staying at local hotels and enjoying some of the region’s fine restaurants. In addition, the tournament ran a charity fundraiser meat draw at the Rod and Gun restaurant to raise money to get more youth involved in skating and hockey.
VancOuVer Island premIer sOccer
Storming to provincials with local players
A pair of local players competing for the first time in the Vancouver Island Premier Soccer League helped the Upper Island Storm U14 girls to the Vancouver Island championship and a berth in the provincial championships earlier this month. Catalina Magana and Olivia Williams, both students at Kwalikum Secondary School, helped the Nanaimo-based Storm to a 2-1 home win over Saanich Fusion/ Prospect Lake in the U14 girls A Cup championship final March 5 to cap an undefeated season of league play. One week earlier, the top-seeded Storm romped to a 6-1 semifinal victory over Gorge Lakehill/Juan de Fuca.
The team will next compete in the Coastal Cup quarterfinals the weekend of April 9/10 with a chance to advance to the Coastal Cup finals April 30-May 1 in Aldergrove. Their A Cup victory guaranteed the Storm girls a berth in the BC Provincial Tournament in Burnaby in July. Magana and Williams have played in the Oceanside Youth Soccer League for the past 10 years and were making their debut in the VIPL this season. They joined a U14 Storm team that was dominant in the regular league season, rolling to a 16-0 record while outscoring its opponents daVe lee pHOTO 71-7. The Upper Island Storm U14 girls capped an unbeaten run to the Vancouver Island Premier — NEWS Staff Soccer League title and earned a provincial tournament berth with a 2-1 victory.
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FINE TUNING: Jamie Roberts of the Parksville Royals, right, was working on his swing with coach Wes Dieleman prior to the Royals’ exhibition game on Sunday at Springwood Park. The Royals begin their B.C. Premier Baseball League season this coming weekend in Victoria and their home opener, a doubleheader against Nanaimo, is set for April 16.
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STUFF2DOTHIS MONTH To submit your activities; e-mail: events@pqbnews.com, fax:250-248-4655 or drop by: #4-154 Middleton Ave
We accept your, Arts & Entertainment, Service Group, Non Profit Organization, Church, Library, Fundraiser, Open to the Public notices on a first come, first served basis.
EveryTuesday
EveryFriday
EverySunday
EveryTuesday
MINDS IN MOTION
OCEANSIDE SQUEEZERS
SOLE SISTERS RUN STRONGER
1:30-3: 30pm, Parksville Comm. Ctre., to July 29. Social & fitness for people with early memory loss & their care partner. 250-734-4170.
QUALICUM BEACH SENIORS CENTRE Yoga@11:45am. $4 drop-in. Ukelele/Beginners@10:30am.
COOMBS COUNTRY OPERA
7pm, 3rd/Fri/mo. CHRC Rodeo Grds, 2595 Alberni Hwy. Local talent. $5. Musicians/kids FREE. Bring your instrument! Snacks. 248-1009.
BRITISH BOBBY LIVE MUSIC
5-7:30pm, 3-1209 E. Is. Hwy, Parksville. Wednesdays & Fridays in The Gallows. No Cover. 250-954-3232
FREE TECH HELP WORKSHOPS
9:30-10:30am, Family Place, 494 Bay Ave., Parksville. Bring your device & questions. Beginners welcome. Topic, see www.oblt.ca/ tlc or 250-947-8258.
EverySaturday SMOKE ’N WATER LIVE MUSIC
7-11pm. Live Local Bands. Smoke ’N Water Restaurant, 1-1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. 250-468-7192. info@smokenwater.com
MID ISLAND WALKING CLUB
10 am/1 &/or 2 hr walk alternate Sat/Sun, marmac2@telus.net for schedule. ann. $10.
MONTHLY COFFEE HOUSE
7pm/Doors, 7:30pm/show. 1st/Sat/mo until May. 1390 Errington Rd. Parksville. Local talent. www.erringtonhall.bc.ca/events.htm
SHADY REST PUB LIVE MUSIC
7-11pm. Live Local Bands. Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Is. Hwy, Qualicum Beach.
SMART RECOVERY
10-11:30am, meet/SOS upstairs, 245 W. Hirst Ave., Parksville. Info/assist. re-Alcohol & Drug Use Disorder. All welcome, FREE. Info: 250752-5847 & 250-752-1052.
CHESS CLUB BISHOPS OF BOWSER
12pm, Henry’s Kitchen, Qualicum Bay. Robert 757-8709 or bowserchess.pbworks.com, beginners to advanced welcome.
EverySunday PARKSVILLE LYME DISEASE SUPPORT 1:30-4pm, 3rd Sun/mo., PV Pharmasave (281 E. Is. Hwy) meeting rm. pqblyme@gmail.com
2-4pm, 3rd sun/mo, Bowser School, 4830 Faye Rd. Not-for-profit learning group of accordion players. R.S.V.P. email/phone. Court Brooker, 250-752-7489, brook@shaw.ca, www.facebook.com/accordionsqb/
EveryMonday
6-9 pm, every Tue. & Thur. with Gary Hodi. QB Inn, 2690 Is. Hwy. W, QB. 250-752-6914.
QUALICUM BAY LIONS CLUB
OS PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT
7pm, 2nd & 4th Tues/mo, Lions Den, 240 Lions Way, QBay. New members welcome. Info: Bert Carter, 250-240-4538.
SOLE SISTERS 50+ FITNESS
FREE TECH HELP
12-1pm, Mon & Thurs. April 11-June 23, Cardio, strength & stretch, your own pace. Kickstart instructors. 250-248-8515, kimlongmuir@telus.net, www.arrowsmithrecreation.ca
Tues. & Thurs: 9am-12pm. Fri: 10:30-12pm. Family Place, 494 Bay Ave., PV. Bring your device & questions. All levels. www.oblt.ca/tlc
PARKSVILLE SENIORS’ ACTIVITY & DROP-IN CENTRE
QBEACH & AREA NEWCOMER’S CLUB
9am-3:30pm, Mon. to Fri. 144 Middleton Ave. PV. Join us in varied activities. 250-248-3200.
9:45am/doors, 10:15am/meeting. 2nd/Tues/ mo, St. Stephen’s Hall, 150 Village Way, qbnewcomers.org
ARBUTUS CLUB TOASTMASTERS
QUALICUM BEACH PROBUS CLUB
9-11:15am,1st Tues/mo. St. Stephen’s Church Hall. Excellent speakers. 250-594-3318.
7-9pm (except holidays). PCCC, 132 Jensen Ave. Gain confidence speaking! All welcome! Kristin, 248-1926, Matt 250-752-0794. arbutus.toastmastersclubs.org
PARKSVILLE LIONESS CLUB
6pm, 2nd & 4th/Tues/mo, The Lions Den, 241 Moilliet St. PV. parksvillelioness@gmail.com
ROTARY CLUB OF QUALICUM BEACH 6:15pm, (except holidays) Rotary House, 211 Fern Rd. West.
AIR CADETS
MOUNT ARROWSMITH PIPE BAND
6:30pm, Arbutus Grove Church, 170 W Hirst, Parksville. All pipers & drummers welcome. Will teach new members. Mel, 250-752-7810.
PARKSVILLE PROBUS CLUB
8:30am, 3rd/Mon/mo. Quality Bayside Resort, Parksville. $5, guests welcome. 250-390-9121.
6:15pm. Hangar A3, QBeach Airport. Youth 12-18yrs. Ongoing registration, come check it out! www.893aircadets.ca
OCEANSIDE CONCERT BAND
7:30-9:30pm weekly practice, Anglican Church, 407 Wembley Rd, Parksville. Looking for new members. $50/year, Gordon, gordelliott@shaw.ca, 250-586-9388.
ROTARY CLUB OF PARKSVILLE
YOUNG ADULTS GAMES NIGHT
3:30-4:45pm, Forward House Dragonfly Den, 136 E. Hirst Ave., PV. Free, 19yrs+. 250-9540785, www.forwardhouse.com
12pm, Quality Inn Bayside, Parksville. Info: Matt, 250.752.0794. Guests welcome.
QUALICUM BEACH SENIORS CENTRE
7am, Rotary House, 211 Fern Rd. W.
ROTARY CLUB OF QBEACH SUNRISE
Yoga, 9:30 & 11:30am. $4 drop-in. Line-dancing @3:15pm.
9am, Parksville Beach Community Park. Neil Robins, 250-390-3669, thebackyard@shaw. ca, thebirdstore.blogspot.ca/
7pm. 2nd/Mon/mo. Qualicum Civic Ctre. Speaker T. Gereluk - Importance of Early Learning & Child Care. Visitors welcome. www.cfuwpq.ca
PARKSVILLE ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA
QBEACH FRIENDLY BRIDGE CLUB
NORTH IS. MYELOMA SUPPORT
ARROWSMITH TENNIS CLUB
12:15pm, 3rd Tues, (self pay lunch), 1:303pm meeting, The White Spot (private room/ back), 2299 Cliffe Ave., Courtenay. Sandy, bcsandymac@gmail.com, pre-register 250703-4688.
All welcome! April at Springwood Park, Parksville & Veterans Way courts, Qualicum Beach. arrowsmithtennis.ca, for schedule. 250-248-7280.
STUFF NOT TO MISS
7pm, 1st/3rd Tue/mo., 241 Moilliet, 248-4931 7-8:30pm, 1st/Tues/mo. The Gardens, 650 Berwick N., QBeach. R.S.V.P. via email or phone. Those newly diagnosed or affected, their family & friends are welcome. 250752-7489 or brook@shaw.ca, https://www. facebook.com/groups/Oceansideprostate/
QUALICUM BEACH ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA SUPPORT
1:30-3pm, 3rd/Tues/mo. Community Room, The Gardens. Jane Hope 1-800-462-2833
EveryWednesday SOLE SISTERS WALKING
10-11am. Ongoing drop-in, all paces. Location changes. 250-248-8515, kimlongmuir@telus. net, www.arrowsmithrecreation.ca
SOUPY CAFE
To June 15, 12-1pm, Lighthouse Comm. Ctre, 240 Lions Way in QBay. Home cooking, board games & companionship. All welcome. By donation. Sheena, 778-424-9900, info@ communityhall.ca, www.communityhall.ca
LEARN TO MEDITATE FREE
5:30-6:30pm, MAC, 133 McMillan St, Parksville. Simple & effective Sahaja Yoga. Achieve balance in life. All ages & walks of life. 250954-5040, www.freemeditation.ca.
QUALICUM BEACH FAMILY HISTORY 7pm, 3rd/Wed/mo. 180 Veterans Way, QB Legion. Lola Cook: 250-594-5556
7-10pm, Parksville Legion. Dance to Country, Old Rock & Roll. Members & potential members welcome. Sharon, franzen.sharon@gmail.com
QUALICUM BEACH SENIORS CENTRE Tai Chi@10am. Tai Chi/Qi Gong@1pm.
1:30-3pm, 1st/Tue/mo. Caregivers Support, Stanford Pl. 250 Craig St, Jane 1-800-462-2833
6:45-10pm, QB Legion, 180 Veterans Way (back door). Knowledge of Bridge. 250-752-0196
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“GET RHYTHM”
TUESDAY BIRD WALKS
CND. FED. UNIV. WOMEN PV/QB
CLASSIC JAZZ
9-10:30am, April 5-June 7. Warm-ups, hills, interval, tempo & fartleks. All paces welcome. 250-248-8515, kimlongmuir@telus.net, www.arrowsmithrecreation.ca
PARKSVILLE QBEACH SHRINE CLUB
7:30pm, 1st/Wed/mo. Concord Masonic Hall, 136 Memorial Ave., PV. All Shriners welcome. Wear your Fez. Fred Collins 250-752-1401.
OCEANSIDE PHOTOGRAPHERS CLUB 7-9pm., Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, oceansidephotographers.ca
KOFFIECLUB
11am, 3rd/Wed/mo. Upstairs at Quality Foods, Boardroom. Dutch speaking group get together. Margaret 604-961-2376
OS SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING
BRANT WILDLIFE FESTIVAL UNTIL APRIL 17.
Please see website for continuing events. http://brantfestival.bc.ca/events/
NORTH ISLAND WILDLIFE RECOVERY IS NOW OPEN FOR THE 2016 SEASON. Check out our 2016 calendar of events. http://www.niwra.org/
6:30pm/Beginners. 7:45pm/Intermediate. Qualicum Comm. Hall. Partners NOT necessary. Anne: 250-752-5864.
OS EMERGENCY SOCIAL SERVICES
9-11am/meetings, 2nd & 4th/Wed/mo. 250954-3411, oess@shaw.ca
ROTARY CLUB OF PARKSVILLE AM 7am, Wednesdays, The Beach Club Resort
brings you
Stuff2do! EveryWednesday RAINBOW STEW CLOGGERS
12-3pm, QB Comm. Hall. cloggers.weebly. com, 250 468 7478.
MEMORY CAFE
2-3 pm, 2nd/Wed/mo. Stanford Place boardroom, main floor. Info: odett.is@gmail.com.
HEART OF THE ISLAND CHORUS
7-9:30pm, Legion, 7227 Lantzville Rd. 19+/ by donation. Enthusiastic women singing Acappella-style music. Guests welcome. Marion Clark, 250-468-9280, wwmeclark@ gmail.com, www.heartoftheisland.org
ASBC MID-ISLAND GRANDPARENT SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
10am-noon., 2nd Wed/mo. Family Resource Association, 198 Morison Ave, Parksville. www.nanaimoautism.org, 250-714-0801.
FRENCH SINGING “NOUS CHANTONS”
1:30-3:30pm, new members welcome!/ Nouveaux membres, bienvenue! Suzanne 250-248-8714, nouschantons@hotmail.com
EveryThursday ARROWSMITH NEEDLE ARTS GUILD 9:30am, 1st & 3rd thurs/mo. QBeach Civic Ctre, 747 Jones St. Embroider, learn new techniques. (250) 752-9320.
TAOIST TAI CHI HEALTH RECOVERY
(seated) 10-11:30am, Parksville Clubhouse, 491A E. Is. Hwy, 250-240-3387.
PARKSVILLE FRENCH CONVERSATION
2:30-4pm, 3rd/Thurs/mo. Serious Coffee/ meeting room, 1209 E Is Hwy. Drop-in. David, 250-738-0819, dhp-phd@telus.net
THE PARKSVILLE NEWCOMERS’ CLUB 1st/Thurs/mo. Parksville Comm. Centre, 132 Jensen St. 6:30pm/register, 7pm/activity sign-up. 7:30pm/meeting. www/parksvillenewcomers.net
OS BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP 7pm, 1st Thurs/mo.,The Gardens, 650 Berwick N. Qualicum Beach. Welcoming anyone living with breast cancer. 250-752-8066 or amen@shaw.ca
FREE DEMENTIA EDUCATION FILMS
2-4 pm, 4th/Thurs/mo. The Gardens, QBeach. 650-Berwick Rd. N. Register 250-752-2818x0.
MACULAR DEGENERATION SUPPORT
1:30pm., Last Thur/mo. The Gardens, Wellness Rm. Qualicum Beach. Val, 250-594-7556.
RAINBOW STEW CLOGGERS
5-7pm, Nanoose Place. cloggers.weebly.com, 250 468 7478.
MUSIC AT DEEZ BAR & GRILL
7pm, 3353 Island Hwy West. Qualicum Beach. 250.752.8055, deezbarandgrill.com
BABYTIME
10:30-11am, Apr. 7-May 5. PV Library, 100 Jensen Ave E. Music, lap games. 18 mo. & less. 250-248-3841 x4. FREE. Drop-in.
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