History highlights Coal heritage explained during Morden park tours. PAGE 21 Fringe variety Theatre festival offers eight shows throughout weekend. PAGE 28 Solid core National champ VIU men’s soccer team has key players back. PAGE 11
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Merve Wilkinson looks over a portion of his Wildwood property in Yellow Point in 2008. The outspoken advocate for sustainable forestry practices died last week. He was 97. NEWS BULLETIN FILE
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man who stood defiant on a logging road to block clearcutting in the Clayoquot will see his legacy of sustainable forestry continue. Merve Wilkinson, founder of Wildwood in Yellow Point, died last week at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. He was 97. Jay Rastogi, the site steward at Wildwood, remembers Wilkinson for his stories about Nanaimo and how the community changed since Wilkinson purchased the property in 1938. “He had a passion for a whole range of things,” Rastogi said. Paramount was Wilkinson’s love of nature and the 55-hectare forest he logged sustainably, never taking more than the forest could naturally regenerate. Wildwood became a source for university students and educators from around the world interested in researching Wilkinson’s practices. He was less popular with local politicians and forestry experts, who disagreed with his philosophy for
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Sense of direction Katherine Hensman, left, and Sarah Templeman pause a moment to get their bearings on Vancouver Island University’s Nanaimo campus. The new students were finding their ways to classrooms and facilities during the university’s orientation day Thursday.
Two brownfield sites in Nanaimo can begin the process of recovery and redevelopment after receiving financial help from the province. Through the provincial government’s Brownfield Renewal Funding Program, the city will receive $50,750 to clean up land on Boxwood Road. The work will prepare for an ambitious project connecting Boxwood Road to Dufferin Crescent in the south and Rosstown Road to the north to address traffic congestion in the busy passenger vehicle and industrial corridor. Remediation of the site, which contains pollution from coal mining and debris dumping, is required before roadwork can begin. Nanaimo Shipyards Limited on Stewart Avenue will also benefit from the announcement. It will receive $47,776 to determine the state of that site and start remediation planning. The location was used for decades as an industrial site and must be cleaned up before it is transformed into a planned mixed-use residential and commercial waterfront development.
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Nanaimo city council will move ahead to borrow money to complete a new water treatment facility after voter opposition fell considerably short. An alter native approval process, which closed Aug. 31, required 6,268 (10 per cent of Nanaimo’s electorate) valid response forms to defeat the bylaw that would enable council to borrow $22.5 million toward a $65-mil-
lion South Fork Water Treatment facility. The city received three forms of opposition in response. If the bylaw was defeated, council said it would have put the issue to a referendum tied to the November municipal election. Failing that, water rates for Nanaimo residents would have increased about 80 per cent for the next three years to collect the required capital for the project. Instead, the city can now secure the $22.5million loan, which will also trigger $17.8 million in federal and provincial funding, $10 million from the Community Works Fund,
$5.9 million in development cost charges and $8.8 million from water user rates. “Construction of the water treatment plant will ensure Nanaimo’s water supply meets federal and provincial drinking water standards,” said Nanaimo Mayor John Ruttan. In 2008, secondary water treatment to address viruses, bacteria, protozoa and turbidity was ordered by VIHA in order to meet Canadian Drinking Water Quality Guidelines. In order to keep its permit to operate the city’s water supply, Nanaimo must build the new treatment centre,
which will be located off South Forks Road near Nanaimo River Road. It is expected to be completed by spring 2015. A parallel counter petition regarding a $2.5-million project to establish emergency water access through the Harmac pulp mill’s supply received two elector response forms, giving that project approval as well. Both Harmac and the city will share in the cost. The agreement has a 30-year term. Crews will be gin work on a pipeline and pump station this fall to provide the city with water in the event the main water systems
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Urban farming standoff simmering in Lantzville MUNICIPAL ELECTION 2011 ADVANCE ELECTOR REGISTRATION The City of Nanaimo is preparing its List of Electors for the general local elections to be held on Saturday, November 19th, 2011. In this election, electors will select a Mayor and 8 Councillors. To fi find out if you are on the List of Electors, you can call the Legislative Services Department at (250) 755-4405 or visit the Legislative Services Department located on the second fl floor of City Hall, located at 455 Wallace Street Nanaimo BC V9R 5J6, or visit our website at www.nanaimo.ca. If you are not on the List of Electors and wish to register in advance, advance elector registrations will be accepted at the City of Nanaimo Legislative Services Department located on the second floor of City Hall at 455 Wallace Street, Nanaimo BC V9R 5J6 until Tuesday, September 27th, 2011, at 4:30 p.m. With the exception of registrations on voting days, advance elector registrations will not be accepted during the period September 28th, 2011 to November 19th, 2011. ELECTOR QUALIFICATIONS Resident Electors: ✦ age 18 or older on general voting day; ✦ a Canadian citizen; ✦ a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; ✦ a resident of the City of Nanaimo for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and ✦ not disqualified fi by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified fi by law. Non-Resident Property Electors: ✦ age 18 or older on general voting day; ✦ a Canadian citizen; ✦ a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; ✦ a registered owner of real property in the City of Nanaimo for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; ✦ not entitled to register as a resident elector in the City of Nanaimo; ✦ the only persons who are registered owners of the real property, either as joint tenants or tenants in common are individuals who are not holding the property in trust for a corporation or another trust; ✦ not disqualified fi by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified fi by law; ✦ if there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, register as a non-resident property elector; and, ✦ a person may only register as a non-resident property elector in relation to one parcel of real property in a jurisdiction. NOTE: No corporation is entitled to be registered as an elector or have a representative registered as an elector and no corporation is entitled to vote. LIST OF REGISTERED ELECTORS Beginning Tuesday, October 4th, 2011, until the close of general voting for the election on November 19th, 2011, a copy of the list of registered electors will, upon signature of a statement regarding permitted uses of the list, be available for public inspection at the City of Nanaimo Legislative Services Department located on the second fl floor of City Hall at 455 Wallace Street, Nanaimo BC V9R 5J6 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. An elector may request the Chief Election Officer, fi Joan Harrison, to amend the list of electors that is available for public inspection, by omitting or obscuring the address of the elector or other information about the elector for the purpose of protection of privacy.
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A standoff between the owners of Compassion Farm and the District of Lantzville council over urban agriculture is at a crossroads. In July, Lantzville served Compassion Farm with a notice advising Dirk Becker and Nicole Shaw to come under bylaw compliance or face legal action. In response, Becker and Shaw’s lawyer, William Andrews, sent council a note on Tuesday questioning the district’s use of its powers in what he calls a neighbourly disagreement. Compassion Farm was cited last fall as operating in contravention to Lantzville’s zoning bylaw after a formal complaint was filed by a neighbour over the odour of manure, which was used to fertilize the farm’s garden. Becker and Shaw were issued a 180-day cease-and-desist order, but continued to operate the residentially zoned property as an urban garden, prompting council to issue a legal threat to force compliance. Andrews, based in North Vancouver, said in his letter the issue should not only be solved out of court, but in a more respectful manner that doesn’t involve favouring one neighbour over the next. “For whatever reason,” he wrote, “the district has gotten itself into a situation of using the powers of local government on behalf of one neighbour against the other. With respect, I don’t think that is appropriate.” Mayor Colin Haime has emphasized growing food and selling it at farmers’ markets isn’t as much the issue as the process it takes to grow it, which requires large amounts of manure on the property.
He says it’s not a personal attack on Compassion Farm and that the district is working on a new bylaw that will embrace regulated urban agriculture for all residents of Lantzville. He maintains, however, that Compassion Farm remains in non-compliance and the district will pursue compliance as it would with any other case. “It’s not unexpected that an individual who is participating in an activity would challenge whether or not the activity is legal,” said Haime. “We believe that our bylaws have been violated and we believe our bylaws need to be enforced. We’ve attempted to propose a way where we weren’t required to go to court in order to address the concerns that we have with regards to manure. So from that standpoint, at the moment our council’s position is that we intend to proceed.” In his letter, Andrews says that despite the differing views between the neighbours in esthetics, both uses of the respective acreages are legitimate uses of residential property. “My clients have a very presentable house and a beautifully landscaped garden ... On the complaining neighbour’s property there is a mansion-style house at the end of a long, wide driveway flanked by graded flat lawns. Clearly, my clients and this neighbour have applied different esthetics in the development of their respective residential properties.” Becker said he is tired of operating day-to-day “with a sword above our heads, you know, ‘be careful or we’re going to court, but if you do this, this and this we might not go to court.’ It’s no fun, we’re at the 11-month mark and I am, frankly, worn out.” reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com
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TTrustees expecting busy start to school year I JOB ACTION one of several issues having effect on district. BY JENN MCGARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN
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anaimo educators are sharpening their pencils and readying their day planners for a busy start to the school year. Sharon Welch, Nanaimo school board chairwoman, said the first two months are going to be hectic for trustees and schools, with several reports that will affect district operations coming to trustees, teacher job action set to begin today (Sept. 6) and an upcoming trustee election. “It’s going to be a really, really busy fall,” she said. Phase 1 of job action will mean teachers won’t participate in administrative or supervision duties, but Welch said the district has a plan in place to ensure students are affected as little as possible. For example, staff from the district office will go to schools to supervise students when they are not in classrooms. “It’s going to be a hard time, but
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Teachers’ job action is just one of several factors making the start of the school year particularly busy in the Nanaimo school district.
the teachers are doing what they have to do and we’re doing what we have to do,” she said. Reviews of different aspects of the district’s operations are also forthcoming. A human resources review, conducted by B.C. Public School Employers’ Association staff over the summer, was received
by the board last week. The review found that the department lacks direction and guidance and training for new employees. Trustees approved the report’s recommendations to hire both an associate superintendent of human resources to develop a strategic plan for the depart-
TTeachers refusing administrative duties in Phase 1 of job action ◆ From /1 During Phase 1 of job action, teachers will continue to teach in classrooms but will not perform administrative tasks such as filling out forms, collecting data, meeting with principals or other administrators. Teachers will also not be supervising playgrounds or writing report cards. Management and other staff not part of a union will supervise students alongside principals and vice-principals during lunch and recess, said Hutchinson. Management could be expected to work additional hours to carry out their regular duties and each area manager will determine what, if any, duties might be postponed during the job action. “If they move to more stringent restrictions or even a strike, then clearly the impact will be more significant,” said Hutchinson.
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a report on what is needed to turn the Rotary Bowl into a multi-use facility will also come to the board in the next two months. Welch hopes trustees will start making decisions about each of those reports before a new board is elected in November, although some decisions may be postponed until after the election. Derek DeGear, president of the Nanaimo District Teachers’ Association, hopes to see a mix of old and new trustees on the new school board and a board that is willing to advocate strongly for good learning conditions in classrooms. Lower class sizes and more support for teachers are two things DeGear would like to see this year. “We’ve got some work in front of us with bargaining, with our job action, and I’m hoping that pays off,” he said. The district’s new superintendent, Dave Hutchinson, who started work last month, is looking forward to the startup of full-day kindergarten across the district – last year almost half of Nanaimo schools still had a halfday program. “Everything is ready to go,” he said.
How will teachers’ job action affect classes?
Derek DeGear, president of the Nanaimo District Teachers’ Association, said the job action will give teachers more energy and time to focus on the aspects of teaching most important for students, such as fostering a love of learning through hands-on activities. “I’m excited teachers won’t have to do some of the more onerous activities,” he said. Hutchinson said the district is sending a letter home to parents on Sept. 6 with information on teacher job action and the information will also be posted online at www.sd68.bc.ca.
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ment and a manager of labour relations. “I think it’s really going to help us be more efficient,” Welch said. “If we’re going to go after the government for more resources, we have to make sure we’re being efficient with the resources we already have.” A review of the district’s French immersion program – looking at both the program itself and the facilities used – will also be made public this month. “I would like to see some clarity around which facilities should house French immersion programs and how we can best organize them so we deal with the overcrowding at the elementary level and the extra spaces at the secondary level,” said Welch. “I’d like to see us make a plan in terms of the fall of 2012.” The board will initiate a review of its own committees this fall. Welch said the district has a number of committees and trustees want to make sure they are operated as efficiently as possible and staff are not burning out because they attend too many meetings. Trustees will also receive recommendations from staff on ways to improve use of information technology in schools, while
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Wilkinson left weighty g y legacy g y Merve Wilkinson promoted sustainable living before it was popular. He lived in a forest that was selectively logged multiple times to show that it was possible to live off the land without destroying the forest. When people in power made decisions he disagreed with, he was unafraid to question them, and he openly voiced his disdain for governments pandering to private forest companies. He stood behind his WILDWOOD protesting convictions, FOUNDER clear-cut logging in left legacy Clayoquot Sound, despite everyone can the threat of arrest. learn from and He garnered respect and friendship from leaders emulate. from all over the world in not only forestry, but also conservation and environmentalism. He did all this from his 55-hectare property in Yellow Point called Wildwood, a place that attracts international experts, university students and anyone with an interest in forestry to learn from Wilkinson’s teachings. Despite his death last week at the age of 97, Wilkinson also had the foresight to ensure his legacy lives on by entrusting his beloved property to The Land Conservancy to continue holding workshops and other educational opportunities for the public. A fitting tribute to the Member of the Order of Canada would be some kind of permanent memorial recognizing the contribution Wilkinson made to sustainable forest practices. Renaming of a woodlot, building or program at Vancouver Island University would be a start. To truly honour Wilkinson, however, would be to see his vision and legacy at Wildwood grow and expand, to show that people can live and use the land without decimating the habitat of other living creatures for our own selfish gain.
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Busy days ahead on education beat Nanaimo educators, parents district is facing, such as finanand students should find the cial constraints, aging infraeducation scene a busy one this structure and equipment, and fall. empty classrooms. Staff needs First of all, we have the teachto focus as much of their time as ers’ job action, scheduled to start possible on their regular duties. today (Sept. 6) unless a last-minEventually, Nanaimo may ute deal is reached – which is have to think about cancelling highly unlikely since both sides outdoor recess like some other are still far apart on key issues. districts have done so adminisTeachers will still be in classtrators can still do their work. rooms teaching stuThe second major dents and I’ve been impact on education REPORTER’S reassured by the happening this fall is VIEWPOINT union that parents municipal elections. Jenn McGarrigle will be able to talk to It will be interesting Reporter teachers about their to see which current child. So at first, peotrustees will decide to ple might not notice run again and who has much of a change. had enough. There will While the union says likely be at least one job action will likely or two new faces on impact students in a the school board come positive way because November. teachers can focus I hope voters do their more on planning activities in research for this election and the classroom, I believe it will, some interesting discussions are at least indirectly, have negative generated at candidates’ meetimpacts. ings. District administrators have The election could also mean a to leave their posts to supervise flurry of activity in the coming children during recess and lunch weeks, as trustees will probably and before and after school, want to finish the term on a high which means their work keepnote and ensure that projects ing the district moving forward they’ve been working toward for won’t get accomplished as fast. the past three years are moving This fall, trustees and manforward. agement staff have a number As mentioned above, there are of reports and reviews coming several reviews about to be made forward that will help shape the public that could have major future of the district and hopeimpacts for the district, dependfully contribute toward alleviating on what trustees decide to do ing some of the problems the with the information.
I’m excited about the French immersion report, which should contain some solutions to a few of the district’s facilities problems. Schools that offer French immersion are overcrowded, with students sprawling out into portables, while others have empty classrooms. It only makes sense to try to distribute students more equally across the district, although whether this means the province will fund school upgrades and replacements remains to be seen. One project that could finally come to fruition in the near future is the seismic upgrading of Wellington Secondary School, as preliminary discussions with the Education Ministry encouraged district staff to submit an application for final funding approval. And trustees have already vowed to continue working on the province for upgrades to or replacement of Woodlands Secondary School – much needed not only because it is old, but also because the school was originally built as a junior high. Staff are also working on a plan to replace the half-size gym at Hammond Bay Elementary School with a full-size gym – also desperately needed unless some of the students are funnelled into another school. Stay tuned for more on all of these issues. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com
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Better choice needed for city’s mayor To the Editor, Re: Ruttan first to reveal re-election intentions, Sept. 1. I like Mayor John Ruttan. I think of the three choices we had last time, he was the best. But, I truly hope that this time around, we get a better choice. I can’t believe anybody still thinks another hotel downtown will solve the problems there. Ruttan seems to be stuck in a time warp on that issue. And I support the ferry connection to Vancouver. No single project will do more to benefit our economy than this one. I know, as do most others, that this is not a viable option without some form of taxpayer subsidy. And I’m not against subsidizing this; we all benefit, we should all pay. However, Nanaimo ratepayers are about to be taxed well beyond our means. We have to pay for a new water treatment plant, a new annex building and perhaps a new dam. Plus all other rates for services are about to go through the roof. We simply can’t afford to subsidize another project, even though the benefits would far exceed the costs. It’s clear, despite all the rhetoric, this mayor has committed us to paying a high price for projects that will not have an economic return, while the one project that will get us ahead is being allowed to languish. I really do hope we get a better choice for mayor this time around. Dan Appell Nanaimo
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Discussions on HST needed much earlier
WebW WORDS Reader feedback posted @ www.nanaimobulletin.com In response to our story, ‘RDN opposes Telus wireless tower proposed for Cedar’ posted on Aug. 30: ◆ John_RC wrote: “Let’s face it, everyone wants cellphone coverage, but how are we going to do that?” BS. I’m a resident and I don’t have nor want cellphone coverage. I admit most do though. Congratulations to the NRD and local residents concerned about the health of our community. It would have been nice for the article to explain “Safety code 6”. I have found this code only addresses the heating effects of electromagnetic radiation. When one chooses to be concerned about all the other potential effects on the human body from electromagnetic radiation from cell towers, living at least 1.2 km from a tower if one has children is a commonly offered precaution. Good advice, especially at least until Telus and the other neighbourhood radiators decide to evaluate health effects other than just the direct heating up of local residents. There are other locations in Cedar for the tower in the same area that will have a lot fewer residents and no school in any 1.2km radius of concern.
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To the Editor, Re: ‘People’s victory’ means pain ahead, B.C. Views, Sept. 1. Tom Fletcher and the other apologists for this sad, discredited and ultimately expensive attempt to slip a tax program past an unknowing and possibly unwilling electorate just don’t seem to get it. What we are talking about here is arrogance in power. The merits of the harmonized sales tax versus PST/GST systems can be debated, and should have been, leading up to and during the last election. Unfortunately, such discussions didn’t happen. Rather than going to the polls to get a mandate for their “excellent plan”, the B.C. Liberal government chose to lie to the public to retain power. The sad thing is there is no real evidence to show they would have necessarily lost if they had been up front with the public. But, the desire to cling to office rode roughshod over any democratic discussion on the relative merits of their proposed tax changes. Even granting the Gordon Campbell government’s dubious timeline leading up to their decision to proceed with the HST, no one seriously considered what the people think about this. No. When all was said and done, the
Important aspects of Labour Day lost, forgotten To the Editor, The labour movement is part of humanity’s searching for freedom. Labour unions, or organized labour, arose in the mid 1800s with a set of values (less and less respected these days) – that of solidarity, the good of the whole, mutual assistance, equality, esprit de corps, support for families, disdain for elitism, and that democracy and individual rights do not stop at the workers’ gate. Employees and labourers united for mutual protection and just rights. The labour union movement developed ‘weapons’ – education (supporting freedom) and the strike.
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Many discovered strength in unity and to “wrest from monied interests decent wages, better living conditions and leisure, the right of every human”. There are spiritual and educational aspects of the labour movement, oft neglected and unknown. Labour Day celebrations today are lost in the midst of summer’s ending. Let us honour Labour Day and all those who have ‘served’ us in the past year. Let us honour their labours and our labours, too. We are all in service, we are all labouring. We are all valuable. Micheal Razberry, Nanaimo
Campbell government made the timehonoured mistake of all arrogant politicos: “L’etat c’est moi” (The state is me). Today it is said a little differently. “What’s good for me and my friends is good for the state.” I’m guessing they thought once the HST was in place it would all blow over, time would heal all wounds, only a few curmudgeons would complain and in the end, all would be good. Unfortunately for them, the need for public discussion trumped their cliquish view of government. That is the reason why we are now facing the current situation. It is not the “self-centred and unrealistic” great unwashed who voted ‘yes’ in the referendum who caused this mess. It is those who schemed to avoid the democratic process for their own ends. They are the villains in this piece. And current Premier Christy Clark knows it. There is no election on the horizon. The B.C. Liberal Party is hoping by the time of the next mandated election all this will be ancient history and they will have a better chance of getting re-elected. Well, it could happen, but I, for one, hope not. Michael Utgaard Nanoose Bay
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Superheroes celebrate students’ volunteer work Parks, recreation and culture Leaders In Training/Quest participants held a superhero-themed wrap-up party recognizing all the hard work put in over the summer. The theme was fitting as the group of just over 100 youth provided more than 12,000 volunteer hours over the course of the past three months. The top three volunteers this summer were: Quest member Joshua Grossgardt with more than 300 hours, and LIT members Ashlee Hayes who logged 250 hours and Taylor Johnstone with 221 hours. The youth leadership programs include a series of training sessions on topics such as public speaking, team building, childminding and interview skills. Participants can focus on specific program areas such as aquatics and arenas, or general recreation. For many it’s a great stepping stone to full
time summer job placements with the department and future work experience. There is focus on building confidence, professionalism and of course making new friends. Program participants volunteer their time with department summer camps and programs and various community events. “We had such a great group this year. They were full of enthusiasm and taught us as much as we taught them. They truly are our superheroes,” said Pene Kellett, LIT and Quest program coordinator. The Leaders in Training and Quest programs have been offered by the department for 29 years and they continues with a fall session beginning in late September. Any youth interested in learning more about the programs can call Cheryl Krytor at 250-756-5200 or visit www.nanaimo.ca
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Run benefits Janice Ruelle, left, and Nicki Iwasiuk of the Canadian Back Institute are on the move for the annual Stock the Lockers fundraising campaign. The institute raised nearly $2,400 at its annual Hustle for Hunger run this summer and allocated the funds to the NanaimoLadysmith Schools Foundation’s campaign that helps raise funds for vulnerable students in the community.
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backyard canning operation in 1961, St. Jean’s has grown to offer canned tuna, oysters and chowder as well as producing gourmet products. “The key to our company’s success over the years has been to diversify,” said Gerard St. Jean, company president and general manager. “We’ve
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Royalty will rule at Neck Point Park Saturday (Sept. 10) as the seventh annual Cavalier King Charles spaniel dog walk takes place. The event is open to all Cavalier spaniels, their owners and spectators. Registration and social activities begin at 11:30 a.m. with the traditional Parade of Cavaliers through the park starting at 1 p.m. Please contact Diana at 250-758-8518.
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Tour highlights coal history Residents wanting to learn more about Nanaimo’s coal mining history have one more chance to hear about it from an expert this summer. Author and historian Tom Paterson leads his final Black Track Tour of 2011 on Sunday (Sept. 11). The tour of Nanaimo area mine sites begins at Morden Colliery Historic Provincial Park (the eastern end of Morden Road) at 10 a.m. and typically lasts
four hours. A reasonable level of fitness is required for the tour. For more information on transportation, what to wear and bring, please go to www.mordenmine.com. Paterson was one of the leading activists in the successful quest to save the Kinsol Trestle and is a proponent of the need to remediate the remaining structures of Morden Colliery. The innovative design of its headframe and tipple
and early use of reinforced concrete are unique on Vancouver Island. Morden Colliery is one of two still standing structures in North America. Tickets for the tour are $30 per person or $25 each for two or more in a party. All tour proceeds go to the fund to promote remediation of Morden Colliery’s unique structures. For tickets, please e-mail cchristo@shaw.ca or call 250-714-0377.
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Variety offered in fringe theatre Fringetastic Theatre Festival opens Thursday (Sept. 8) and continues until Sunday with eight shows ongoing throughout the weekend. For dates, times and venues, F please see What’s On, page 2 22.
Alison Wearing performs Giving Into Light. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED
The Fabulous Miss Rosie Bitts Rosie Bitts (Vancouver Island) www.missrosiebitts.com Mature audience (language, nudity) The Fabulous Miss Rosie Bitts is an entertaining exploration of burlesque, which forces the audience to look at their attitudes about erotica, freedom of expression, feminism and their own body image. Using burlesque, theatre and music, Rosie explores the sexual politics of female nudity. The show combines neo-burlesque, torch songs and classic burlesque in an entertaining examination of the fight against misunderstanding and censorship still felt by the burlesque stars of today. $10; $8/volunteers From Whence He Came Rice and Beans Theatre (Vancouver) www.riceandbeanstheatre.com 14+ audience A bittersweet story filled
Audience support needed to make festival successful BY MELISSA FRYER THE NEWS BULLETIN
Giving into Light Alison Wearing (Mexico) www.alisonwearing.com General audience Giving Into Lightt is a hilarious, yet deeply moving journey from the eyecrossing exhaustion of early motherhood into the myth and magic of Mexico. It tells the story of a desperate and distraught new mother attempting to survive sleep-deprivation, fluorescent-lit church basement playgroups and prescriptions for depression in the midst of ice-caked Ontario. Her search for happiness leads her on an intuitioninspired journey to a village in central Mexico – a onemonth trip that becomes a five-year stay. As she raises her child amid the colours and textures of Mexico, its bustling marketplaces and interminable celebrations, she finds ‘post-partum illumination’: sweet surrender into the lyricism, the lunacy and the lightness of life. $10; $8/volunteers
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Jeremy Banks knows fringe festivals. For the past two years, the former Vancouver Island University theatre student toured the theatre festival circuit across Canada – first as a volunteer, the second as a performer. With a strong theatre community and a city brimming with talent, he decided Nanaimo needed to be part of that culture. “I want to see the theatre community and performing arts community in Nanaimo grow,” he said. “Nanaimo’s got talent and it’s time to showcase that.” Banks organized the Fringetastic Theatre Festival, featuring small, often one-act plays, produced on a shoe-string budget, at three downtown venues Sept. 8-11. “Fringes are the grassroots of theatre,” Banks said. “It allows anyone to put a production together and put it on stage.” The last fringe FRINGETASTIC festival in THEATRE FESTIVAL Nanaimo ran is only four nights long for two years in and will be over when the late 1990s. the News Bulletin Victoria’s fringe next publishes. We’re encouraging our festival, which readers to add their wrapped up Sunown reviews in the day, is the third comments section oldest in Canada on our website and celebrated its beneath each show. 25th anniversary. Please visit www. Fringe festivals nanaimobulletin. are unjuried and com and click on drawn by lottery, ‘Entertainment.’ which means – Melissa Fryer, organizers have arts editor not seen the shows or performances beforehand. It’s a bit of a gamble sometimes that doesn’t always pay off, but more often audiences see thought-provoking and moving pieces in small venues for low ticket prices. Fringetastic features eight shows in total, ranging in price from $8-10, in addition to a fringe festival membership, which is by donation. Multi-passes are also available. Volunteers receive discounts to shows and are instrumental to the success of the festival. To get involved, e-mail co-ordinator Chelsee Damen at chelsee@fringetastic.com. The shows are divided between Nanaimo Centre Stage, Vancouver Island Conference Centre and Diners Rendezvous. The Rendezvous is also the unofficial after-party location, with volunteers, artists and fans gathering at 10 p.m. each night of the festival. “In a very fringe festival way, it will be very spontaneous,” Banks said. Planning is already underway for next year, which Banks hopes will spread to two weekends. To help that become reality, people need to attend this year’s festival. “Just by showing up you help support what’s going on,” Banks said. Please visit www.fringetastic.com.
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Tickets available three ways Tickets for each show cost $8-10, with discounts available on certain shows for volunteers, fringe artists and seniors. A multipass of eight shows (or four shows between two friends) is also available for $58. To see a show, you must have a membership, which is available by donation. Suggestion
with wild, lateral-associations in a semi-controlledchaos aesthetic. Oscillating between false memory and reality, a young man tries to rationalize his disastrous inter-planetary migration. He was lost and waiting to be found. $10; $8/volunteers The Troubles Resounding Scream (Vancouver Island) www.resoundingscreamtheatre. com General audience Based on personal accounts of the conflict in Northern Ireland, The Troubles is a thought-provoking show that draws upon the voices of five distinct characters to explore questions around community, morality and loyalty. A boundarypushing story of love and
is $5. Tickets are available online at www. fringetastic.com; in person at the ticket centre, located at Diana Krall Plaza Sept. 8-11, noon to 4 p.m.; or at the door 60 minutes prior to the show. Advance ticket sales end three hours prior to the show.
violence, The Troubles speaks that which has been forgotten. $8 Criminal Genius Forty Ducks Theatre Company (Nanaimo) Mature audience The sad state of five criminals attempting to struggle their way out of the sick state of poverty the world pushed them into. A hilariously sad and truthful look at the underworld you might never have thought of. $10; $8/volunteers The Perfect Candidate Ponomo Productions (Nanaimo) Mature audience (themes) This satirical comedy follows the antics, blunders and triumphs of four quickwitted though desperately
insecure baby boomers. The plot twists with the skulduggery of the flawed yet heartwarming characters as they rush to either take credit, assign blame or simply open another bottle of wine. $10; $8/volunteers Top Men: The Fringe Show Top Men (Nanaimo) Mature audience (language) An electro-pop musical show featuring larger than life props and characters. Previous guest stars include Brint, a 12-foot tall gay T-rex, a life-size robot of doom and a time machine. $10; $8/volunteers Risk No Snowcones (Edmonton) General audience Take a risk. $10
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EVENTS at the Port Theatre Wednesday (Sept. 7) at 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Tickets $28.50. Call 250-754-8550. HARBOURFRONT LIBRARY Book Club runs Thursday (Sept. 8), 6:30-7:30 p.m. To register, call 250-7531154, ext. 238. HOODOOS AND WHEATFIELDS Prairie stories by Around Town Tellers Friday (Sept. 9), 7:30 p.m., at Unitarian Fellowship Hall. Admission $5. Call 250-7584983. RED GREEN Wit and Wisdom tour at the Port Theatre Saturday (Sept. 10) at 7 p.m. Tickets $55.50. Call 250-754-8550. COPS FOR CANCER Tour
de Rock fundraiser at the Queen’s Saturday (Sept. 10) at 7 p.m. with Lance LaPointe band, auction and more. Tickets $25. Call 50-754-6751. SOLES REMEMBERING SOULS gathering for suicide bereavement at Port Theatre Sunday (Sept. 11) at 3:30 p.m. Free. THE EVENT comedy, bellydance, song and burlesque at Diners Rendezvous Sept. 16. Tickets $15/advance; $20/door. Call 250740-1133. BACK TO SCHOOL BOAT CRUISE with the Queen’s Sept. 17. Tickets $25. Call 250754-6751.
and McKeen Phoenix Auditorium on Gabriola Wednesday (Sept. 7) at 7 p.m. Tickets $22. Call 1-877-247-9238, ext. 0. FOREIGN INFLUENCE plays the Queen’s Wednesday (Sept. 7). WE ARE TRAGEDY with Run with the Heard play the Queen’s Thursday (Sept. 8). Tickets $10. THE BRIGHTS perform at Red Willow Coffeehouse at Hope Lutheran Church, 2174 Departure Bay Rd., Friday (Sept. 9) at 7 p.m. Tickets $5. Call 250-245-4659. BIG THING tribute to Chicago plays the Queen’s Friday (Sept. 9) at 8:30 p.m. Tickets $12. Followed by Lance LaPointe band at 10:30 p.m. THE BIG MESS plays Acme Food Co. Friday (Sept. 9). GILLIAN STONE and Cameron Wigmore Quartet play Acme Food Co. Saturday (Sept. 10).
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B’BOON plays the Queen’s Sunday (Sept. 11). ALEX HICKS, Kendall Patrick and Nicole Johnson play Dinghy Dock Pub Sept. 13, 7 p.m. MYC SHARRATT BAND plays the Queen’s Sept. 14. STATE OF SHOCK with guests play the Queen’s Sept. 15. Doors 9 p.m. Tickets $15/advance at Lucid, Tranceformations and Harbour City Music; $20/door. THE JJAYS play the Queen’s Sept. 16. LUKE BLU GUTHRIE BAND plays Acme Food Co. Sept. 16. BAD BOY BLUES with Big Dave and Doc McLean at Headliners, 165 Fraser St., Sept. 16 at 8 p.m. Tickets $20; $17/blues society members. Call 250-753-2323. THUNDERSTRUCK tribute to AC/DC at Port Theatre Sept. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $29.50. Call 250-7548550. TRAVELLER performs at Tenth St. Tavern, 1273 Island Hwy. South, Sept. 17 at 8 p.m. LAUREN BUSH TRIO plays Acme Food Co. Sept. 17. B’BOON plays the Queen’s Sept. 18. SARAH HAGEN and Friends perform coffee concert series at Port Theatre lobby Sept. 20 at 10:30 a.m. Tickets $25; $22/members; $15/students. Call 250-754-8550.
ONGOING SUNDAY JAM at Patricia Hotel with Nightwatch from 3-7 p.m. All styles welcome. OPEN JAM at the Queen’s Monday, hosted by Kings Without. LADIES NIGHT at the Queen’s Tuesdays. OPEN JAM second Tuesday of the month, 8 p.m., at Arlington Pub in Nanoose. GUITAR JAM at Serious Coffee Hammond Bay Wednesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. THURSDAY NIGHT JAM at the Harewood Arms 8:30-11:30 p.m.
ART WATERSCAPES MIGRATION by Gu Xiong at campus Nanaimo Art Gallery Sept. 9-Jan. 8. Opening reception Friday (Sept. 9), 5-7 p.m. Call 250-740-6350. ARIZONA STUDIES by Alda Saunders at Art 10 Gallery in Nanaimo North Town Centre in September. Opening reception Saturday (Sept. 10) at 2 p.m. OUT OF THE VAULT art show by Eunmi Conacher, Rod Corraini and Marilyn Ridsdale at the Vault bistro until October. MIRIAM DOV fabric mobiles and artwork using recycled material at The Vault. A SHARED JOURNEY Portraits of David Goatley at downtown Nanaimo Art Gallery until Sept. 24.
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GRAMMA’S QUILTING CUPBOARD, CLOSING OUT SALE!! 120-425 Stanford Ave. E, Parksville, BC (250)2488449 phone. FABRIC $7.00/1m. min cut. 60% off all regular items!
LOST: CAT, Aug. 15, friendly male, beige/white, (Cougar), Errington/Nanoose area. Call 250-248-4810.
SC MANAGER - NANAIMO Speedy Glass is now recruiting for a Service Centre Manager for their Nanaimo location. You will have a min 5 years sales, customer service and/or management experience. Have a strong customer service orientation, be results oriented and have exceptional communication skills. Experience in the Automotive Industry would be an asset. Please email your resume to Jennifer Dean at jdean@belroncanada.com
CLEAR ENVIRONMENTAL is seeking individuals to join our team. Responsibilities: Water and soil sample collection and ďŹ eld analysis, drilling waste sampling, analysis, disposal supervision. Pre and post site assessments. QualiďŹ cations: Post secondary degree or diploma. OilďŹ eld experience is an asset. Required equipment is a reliable 4X4, lap top computer, GPS, camera. Send resume to: hr@ceslp.ca referencing contract Environmental Field Technicians in the subject line.
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DEBONHAIR has chair rental position & esthetic room available for rent. Call Debra 390-1137.
GIBSON, Robert (Gibby) Passed away in Nanaimo on August 31, 2011. He is survived by his loving wife Jo Anne, daughter Tracey (Peter), son Keith (Paula), four grandchildren, brother Jim (Jean), three nephews, one niece, and step-children Mary and Dale. Private family cremation, no service by request. Flowers gratefully declined, for those so desiring, donations in memory of Robert may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
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RAINBOWS (grief peer support group programs for children, teens and parents who are dealing with death, divorce or other loss) will start again in the fall - please contact your child’s school if they offer the program. REGISTRATION for the Community site program on Tuesday and Thursday, September 6 & 8 from 4 to 5pm and 7 till 8pm Christ Community church lobby 2221 Bowen Road, Nanaimo contact Isabel: rainbowsnanaimo@hotmail.com or 250-751-7888 More info on http://rainbowsnanaimo.blogspot.com/
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING EVENTS HOLIDAY Artisans Market. Renting tables Nov. 12,13 Nanaimo. $175 for Both days. $100 each day separate. (250) 390-4345
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INFORMATION ATTENTION RESIDENTIAL School Survivors! If you received the CEP (Common Experience Payment), you may be eligible for further Cash Compensation. To see if you qualify, phone toll free 1-877988-1145 now. Free service! COMEDY & Stage shows for Staff Parties, Christmas Parties, Conventions, Community Clubs, Banquets. Booking for Christmas & 2012. Popovich Productions 25 years in business. Toll free 1-888-8569282.
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CHILDREN CHILDCARE WANTED IN HOME Daycare for 6 year old boy, Parksville. Shift worker; 2 days (6:30am-8pm), 2 nights (6:30pm-8am), 5 days off. Call (250)668-8801.
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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
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IN MEMORIAM
IN MEMORIAM
Country Club 756-0381 Dickinson Crossing 390-1595
JU JUNE UNE ELIZABETH SALLM SALMON SAL LLMON ON (nee Aldred) October Octo ober 9, 1952 - July 5, 2011 Cavalootti Hall, 2060 Eastt Wellington Rdd., Nanaimo, BC oon Saturday, Septeember 10, 2011 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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HELP WANTED Re/Max Ocean Pointe Realty in Ladysmith is currently hiring for the position of Conveyance Secretary. This is a full time position, only experienced applicants need apply. Applications can be emailed to: kevinpughoceanpointe @shaw.ca
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LADYSMITH PRESS needs physically ďŹ t individuals for their continually expanding collating department. Mostly evening work, starting at 8–16 hours per week and could work up to full time hours. We offer generous compensation, proďŹ t sharing and advancement opportunities. Please submit your resume between 9 am and 5 pm in person to: Ladysmith Press 940 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith BC or mail to: Ladysmith Press PO Box 400 Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A3 No phone calls please. We would like to thank in advance all who apply, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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PHONE BOOKS Mature persons with car or truck to deliver Canpages Telephone Directories to Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum, Ladysmith and Chemainus. Opportunity also exists for:
FUNDRAISER CANPAGES PHONE BOOKS Clubs, Charitable Organizations, Schools / Church Groups, Sport Teams or Individuals! EARN MONEY delivering the Canpages Directories in Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum, Ladysmith and Chemainus. No selling involved. Call, fax or visit online for more info.
PDC Logistics Tel: 1-800-663-4383 Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Fax: 1-604-420-4958 or Visit: www.pdclogistics.ca
LEMARE GROUP is currently seeking a loader/hoechucker operator for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time union wages. Email resumes to office@lemare.ca or fax to 250-956-4888. We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051.
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD PART Time Server Must have serving experience and SIR. Apply in person to Nauticals 1340 Stewart Ave.
CASHIER, SUSHI chef, and HELPER required at Tomo Sushi. Apply with resume to: 1808 Bowen Rd.
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HUGHSON TRUCKING INC. is looking for Class 1 Super-B flatdeck drivers. Safety and Performance Bonuses, benefits package, drug & alcohol policy. 2 years experience preferred. We will provide transportation to Southern Alberta. Call 1 800 647 7995 ext 228 or fax resume to 403 647 2763
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Jumpstart Sales & Mrkt is hiring for Shaw Cablesystems Seeking full-time Business Outside Sales Consultants in Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo and Campbell River. Responsible for canvassing and acquiring new business customers. Base Pay $18 per hour plus comm & vacation pay. To apply, FAX 1.800.995.9996, email ShawJobs@JumpStartCorp.com
or call 1.800.506.6592
TRADES, TECHNICAL COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT MECHANIC, certification required. Dynamic manufacturing & processing company in Vancouver is currently accepting resumes. Competitive wage and benefits. Email resumes to rpretorius@wcrl.com TRANS Carrier Ltd in Fort St John is looking for a 4th year apprentice or journeyman mechanic with transport experience. We encourage 2nd and 3rd year apprentices to apply as well. Contact James; jconway@tcltd.ca. Affordable housing is available. Supply resume & abstract.
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SECURE AN EXCITING FUTURE IN MEDICAL/ DENTAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION!
You will be trained to work in: Hospitals, Health Units, Laboratories, Mental Health Units, and the offices fi of: Doctors, Naturopaths, Opthamologists, Chiropractors, Dentists, Banks, Accounting Offifices, Government Offifices and more.
ART/MUSIC/DANCING B.C. REG. Music Teacher Jacinthe Laramee is accepting students for Sept piano and theory lessons, beginners to advanced levels. Call 250751-2454 for more info. SELAH MUSIC STUDIOS - Music lessons available in dif- ferent genres - Classical, Jazz, Pop, NeoClassical Jazz, Con- temporary Worship for Churches, Music for Relax- ation, Learning to record with GarageBand, Song Writing. Instruments include - Piano/ Keyboards, Guitar, Bass, Trumpet and Drums. Lessons geared towards your learning desires and given by profes- sional teacher and recording artist. South End Studio and other locations available. Call 250591-0102 or contact bolandmusic@gmail.com.
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I PROVIDE care & companionship for Seniors. I am a positive, upbeat, bondable, certified Care Aide. I will do errands, grocery shopping, transportation (Insured) & overnight care. Available days, evening, weekends. Refs available. Call Jackie (250)618-6410.
LEGAL SERVICES DIAL-A-LAW: access free information on BC law. 1-604687-4680; 1-800-565-5297; www.dialalaw.org, audio available. Lawyer referral service: need a lawyer? Learn more by calling 604-687-3221; 1-800-663-1919.
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EXPERIENCED commercial and residential cleaner available. Reliable, efficient, bondable. $16 per hour. 250-591-4017
MR. SPARKLE CLEANING SERVICES “Since 1992” Roof Demossing, Vinyl Siding, Gutter & Window Cleaning
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VERY BUSY Service Department. Frontier Peterbilt Sales Estevan SK. has immediate openings for truck and transport technicians, engine experience an asset. Top wages and benefits. Please send resumes attention John Murie. Fax: 306-636-6321, e-mail: jmurie@frontierpeterbilt.com
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COMPUTER SERVICES COMPUTER PRO $25 service call for home or office. Mobile Certified Technician. Senior’s Discounts. 250-802-1187. U-NEED-A-NERD Friendly onsite professional computer, website and design services. Jason is BACK! 250-585-8160 or visit: jasonseale.com
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BRAD’S HOME Detailing. Cleaning vinyl siding by brush. De-mossing roofs. Gutter cleaning/repairs. Windows. Power Washing. Insured. Free estimates. Brad 250-619-0999
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
RENTALS
ELECTRICAL
HAULING AND SALVAGE
IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
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HOMES FOR RENT
1A ELECTRICIAN, licenced, bonded, Small Jobs Specialist, panel upgrades and renos. All work guaranteed since 1989. Rob at 250-732-PLUG (7584).
N A N A I M O G A R BAG E . C O M Yard & house clean outs, low trimming. Mulch.250-927-6477
IRRIGATION DOCTOR Installations, Repairs. THE WATER CONSERVATION COMPANY. (250)616-3451
CHILDREN’S BUNK bed (solid wood), good condition, $50 obo. Call 250-758-8611.
MOVING must sell $180,000 OR BEST OFFER. Super 2 bedroom condo. Parking, storage, balcony, new appliances, washer,dryer,shelving. 250 754-2552 sandraketchum@gmail.com
HOSPITAL AREA- 1 bdrm apartment, W/D. Manager on site. $700. (250)716-3305.
1675 KING John 4 bdrm $1800. Ardent Properties w w w. a r d e n t p r o p e r t i e s. c o m (250) 753-0881.
FENCING J & R FENCING: A complete line of fencing. Farm, chain link, deer, electric. We also do Yard Clean-Up and manure sales. Call 250-802-2541.
GARDENING QUALITY YARD CARE Clean-up, lawn & garden maintenance, hedge trimming. Free Estimates. Licenced. (250)616-4286, (250)751-1517 ROB’S YARD Work. Reliable, honest. No job too small. Lawn maintenance, hedging, power washing, gutters, haul away. Insured. Free estimates. (250)729-5411
TREE PRUNING HEDGE/SHRUB MAINTENANCE Call the qualified specialist...certified Arborist & Garden Designer
Ivan 250-758-0371 HANDYPERSONS OLD FASHIONED HANDYMAN Drywall, tile, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting. Quality work. No HST. Reasonable prices. 250-616-9095.
HAULING AND SALVAGE GARY FORTIN’S HAULING. One call does it all. Clean-up and disposal. (250) 618-1413. JUNK TO THE DUMP. Jobs Big or small, I haul it all! I recycle & donate any useable items to local charities. Call Sean, 250-741-1159.
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RECREATIONAL PROPERTY RARE OPPORTUNITY: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, (70 Mile House) .83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake. Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good fishing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-3950599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 1600 DUFFERIN 1 bdrm $675 Ardent Properties (250)753-0881, www.ardentproperties.com 30 CAVAN 2 bdrm $850 Ardent Properties w w w. a r d e n t p r o p e r t i e s. c o m (250) 753-0881 3270 ROSS 2 bdrm $800. Ardent Properties w w w. a r d e n t p r o p e r t i e s. c o m (250) 753-0881 430 STEWART 1 bdrm $650 Ardent Properties w w w. a r d e n t p r o p e r t i e s. c o m (250) 753-0881
DEPARTURE BAY: 1bdrm, Ocean views, mature blding. $750 heat/hot water incl. N/P, N/S. 1yr lease. 250-716-6361
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The Revelstoke Credit Union is accepting offers for the above mentioned property. To arrange viewing please contact Revelstoke Credit Union, Bob Fournier, Manager Commercial Lending. 250-837-6291, local 234. bob.fournier@revcu.com. Best or Highest offer not necessarily accepted. Final sale price subject to the approval of the Supreme Court of British Columbia. The City of Revelstoke is located within the central interior of British Columbia. By Highway it is 641 Kilometers east of Vancouver, 415 kilometers west of Calgary, Alberta. Revelstoke’s present population is estimate at 8,000. All services and amenities are available. Revelstoke boasts many natural attractions, hiking, biking, down hill and cross country skiing. It is home to the world famous Revelstoke Mountain Resort with 5,620 vertical feet with a chair elevation of 7,300 feet.
WORKSHOP/ LIVING SPACE FOR RENT Insulated 700 sq ft workshop is ideal for small business, woodworking, hobbyist. Living space has separate entrance with large bedroom, separate laundry room, full bath, open kitchen living area & 2 decks. New Appliances include washer, dryer and dishwasher. Located on 4 acres in cobble Hill (Arbutus Ridge area). Fenced veggie garden. Great 30 min walk to beach. Rustic but charming. Avail Sept 1. $1200. call 250709-2010 for details.
1855 CRAIG (Nanoose) 4bdrm $1500. Ardent Properties w w w. a r d e n t p r o p e r t i e s. c o m (250) 753-0881 3BDRM, 1.5BATH house in Saltair. Ocean view, $1,250. 1/2 acre. F/S, W/D, 2 fireplaces. Leslee (250)714-4359 CUTE 1 bedroom, bottom floor of house, with character, 10 minute walk to downtown. Incl heat, hot water, washer/dryer. Now Avail. Call or text, 604-644-8671-$800/mo
NANAIMO- (near VIU) 3 bdrm upper w/1 bdrm lower suite. F/P, 7 appls, security system, fenced yrd, deck, new bath & recent upgrades. $1575/whole house. 778-686-8526. NANAIMO. CHARACTER houses. 1 & 2 bdrm, fenced yard, ocean view. NS/NP. $810/$900+ util. 250-753-9365 NANAIMO (College area)- 4 bdrm house, 2 bath, garage/carport, 5 appls. N/S. Refs, 1 yr lease. $1450+ utils. Avail now. (604)552-4161. UNIVERSITY AREA, cute, cozy 3 bdrm, 1 bath. Wood/gas, Oct. 1, N/S. Refs. $1150 mo. (250)716-6902.
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL QUALICUM BEACH: Commercial space. Approx. 1200 sqft at 123 W 2nd Ave. Perfect business space location in downtown QB. Avail. Oct 1. For more info please contact steve.lisawatson@shaw.ca WORKSHOP/ LIVING SPACE FOR RENT Insulated 700 sq ft workshop is ideal for small business, woodworking, hobbyist. Living space has separate entrance with large bedroom, separate laundry room, full bath, open kitchen living area & 2 decks. New Appliances include washer, dryer and dishwasher. Located on 4 acres in cobble Hill (Arbutus Ridge area). Fenced veggie garden. Great 30 min walk to beach. Rustic but charming. Avail Sept 1. $1200. call 250709-2010 for details.
OFFICE/RETAIL Downtown Qualicum Beach Professional or Retail COMMERCIAL UNIT FOR LEASE 544 sq. ft Good exposure Call 250-248-6504
ROOMS FOR RENT FURNISHED rooms closed to Woodgrove Mall, meals included, international female students preferred. Avail now $600/month. 250-390-1486 N. NANAIMO: Lrg clean newly reno’d, private. Fridge, micro, laundry. $400. (250)390-2212.
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(HOSPITAL AREA) room for rent w/ walk-in closet in downstairs in quiet family home. All utils incl’d, shared bath & kitchen w/ another renter, laundry, wifi, cable, prkg, priv ent, cat ok, mature working adult or student. No partiers. Sept. 1. $450. (250)751-8681 for more info or to view.
NORTHFIELD RD SxS 3 bdrm, 2 ba. Clean, near ammens, fenced yrd, W/D hookup. NS/NP. $995. 1/2 mo. free - 1 yr lease. (250)758-4871.
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CEDAR: QUIET N/S person to share a home, avail. Sept. 1st. $475, well behaved dog ok. Call (250)722-3000. COUNTRY CLUB MALL- 1 BLK, 2 rooms, share kitchen & bath, utils incl’d, quiet, semi furn, $450 (ea), 250-668-2291.
CENTRAL NANAIMO. 1 Bedroom suite in spotless, quiet bldg $675. Sauna. Close to ferry and to seawall. NP/NS. Ref’s. Mark/Don 250-753-8633
DOWNTOWN NANAIMO. 1bdrm. On-site laundry, parking NS/NP. $600. 250-754-1547.
(Real Estate only) 310 & 312 First Street Revelstoke, Legally Described as Lots 24 & 25 Block 2 Section 34 Township 23 Range 2 West of the 6th Meridian Kootenay District Plan 636. Single storey +/- 5,294 square foot building on a 6,500 square foot lot. Formerly operated as the Outabounds Night Club.
TOWNSITE- ADULT bldg, 2 bdrms, 2 balconies, clean & fresh. NS/NP. Available Now. $725. (250)758-4871
BOWEN TERRACE- 1 bdrm, heat incld, sm pet ok. $675. Leave msg (250)245-8869.
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HOSPITAL AREA- 2 bdrm apartment, W/D. Manager on site. $800. (250)716-3305. NANAIMO DOWNTOWN 3 bdrm,1.5 bath, on-site laundry. NS/NP. $900. 250-754-1547.
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BLUE OX Home Services. Expert Handyman & Renovation Services: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, tiling, painting, lawn & garden. Refs avail. Insured. 250-713-4409. BRYAN GRIFFIN CONSTRUCTION experienced in new home construction, home renos, doors & windows , vinyl siding & soffits and more. Free estimates. 250-390-2601.
RADIOFLYER WAGON for 2 very exc cond $60 ($99 value) 250-619-5629
LARGE COMPLETELY furnished home. Near shopping mall. Washer, dryer incld. Prefer student or working person. $500/mo. (250)754-2734.
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VIU AREA: Room in Heritage house, furnished, $600, inclds wi-fi, nice garden. 5 min walk to Aquatic Centre, NS/NP. Call (250)754-9774.
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www.nanaimobulletin.com RENTALS SUITES, LOWER 2057 BLUEBELL 2 bdrm $950 includes utilities. Ardent Properties w w w. a r d e n t p r o p e r t i e s. c o m (250) 753-0881 BRECHIN BRIGHT, 1bdrm walkout. Recently reno’d, priv. entry. Near bus, shops, ferries. N/P. Only $625.(250)753-6681 DEPARTURE BAY: clean bright large 1Bdrm + den, close to schools, bus & shopping, incl. heat & hydro. Avail Now. $650/mo. Call 758-3801. DEPARTURE BAY-nice, quiet 1 B/R. N/S, no parties. On bus route. $695 for 1, $795. for 2. Incl. Util/internet Avail. immed. Ref’s req’d. (250)802-1114. DOWNTOWN. RENO’D 1bdrm, level-entry. $700. Utils & laundry incld. (250)247-8498. N. NANAIMO 1bdrm, beautiful bsmnt suite. N/S, N/P. Private entry, prkng, utils incl. No lndry. $700/M + DD. Avail Oct. 1st. Ref. req. (250)758-4963 N. NANAIMO: New 1bdrm grdn lvl, NS/NP, furn $825, unfurn $725 +util’s 250-585-4797 TERMINAL PARK: Bsmt bach Shared laundry, prkg, NS/NP, $550. All incl 250-753-3640. TWO B/R level entry. N/P, N/S. Reno’d. $900 utils incl. DD. Avail now 758-3446 UNIVERSITY AREA- bright, clean, ground level 2 bdrm suite, shared W/D, lrg yard, mountain view, on bus route, rear parking. $750+ utils. Call 250-754-2788. UPLANDS: 1 B/R Furnished, incl. util. N/S, N/P Suits single worker or student. $560/M. 250-758-7505
SUITES, UPPER LARGE 2 bdrm, W/D, large deck, NS/NP. $850 Call 1-778866-8251, 1-604-826-5151. NANAIMO LAKES Bachelor Loft, character, forested. NS/NP. 15min drive from VIU. $780. inclusive. 250-753-9365. OLD CITY QUARTER: Lge 2 bdrm w/view. No Smokers, N/P, $850/m Util incl. Near college. (250)753-3337 UNIVERSITY DISTRICT- 2 bdrm upper, shared laundry, sm yard, $950 incls hydro & heat. N/S, no loud parties. Refs req’d. (250)754-9890.
TOWNHOUSES 285 HAREWOOD 2 bdrm $850. Ardent Properties w w w. a r d e n t p r o p e r t i e s. c o m (250) 753-0881.
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Wednesday ◆ BEGINNER’S TAI Chi at Maffeo Sutton Park from 6-7 p.m. For further information call 250-753-5930 or e-mail maryliz@shaw. ca.
Thursday ◆ KIDNEY FOUNDATION lunch meeting at Oliver Woods Community Centre, 6000 Oliver Rd., which includes a talk on emergency preparedness. RSVP at 250-758-4561. ◆ NANAIMO POWER and Sail Squadron 12-week boating class begins at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 256, 1630 E. Wellington Rd. at 7 p.m. Contact 250-6670595 or e-mail kenswainbc@gmail.com. ◆ SUPPORTING EMPLOYMENT Transitions is holding a free ‘The Cover Letter Advantage’ workshop from 9 a.m. to noon at 101-155 Skinner St. To register, contact 250-714-0085. ◆ VANCOUVER ISLAND Ghost Towns, a historical retrospective by Tom Paterson hosted by the Nanaimo Historical Society. 7:30 p.m. at the Bowen Park Complex. ◆ NANOOSE NATURALISTS meet at 7 p.m. in the library centre on Northwest Bay Road for a slide presentation by Tim Clemont titled Restoration of the Englishman River Estuary. Visitors and new members welcome. 250-468-5346.
Friday ◆ NANAIMO DOWNTOWN Farmers’ Market runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pioneer Plaza beside the Bastion. Fresh local produce, jams, baking, meat and crafts.
Saturday ◆ BASTION CITY Wanderers Volkssport Club hosts a five- or 10-kilometre Nanaimo walk. Registration at 8:45 a.m. in the front lobby of the Howard Johnson hotel and the walk starts at 9 a.m. For more information call 250-756-9796.
Sunday ◆ TAOIST TAI Chi Society hosts an open house from 1-3 p.m. at 1724 Bowne Rd. 250-7539902 for details.
Monday ◆ MOODY BLUES Group for men with depres-
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sion, hosted by the Men’s Resource Centre at 418D Fitzwilliam St from 6-8 p.m. All men welcome. 250-7161551 for more information. ◆ HUB CITY Stamp Club hosts its first meeting of the season at 7 p.m. at Brechin United Church, 1998 Estevan Rd. All collectors welcome. 250-245-8186. ◆ NANAIMO FAMILY Life Association hosts its healthy selfesteem workshop from 12:30-3 p.m. at 1070 Townsite Rd. To preregister phone 250754-3331 ext. 716. ◆ NANAIMO THEATRE Group welcomes new members to its first meeting of the year. 7:30 p.m. at the Bailey Studio, 2373 Rosstown Rd. ◆ NANAIMO YOUTH Services Association hosts a free Careers in the Environmental Field workshop. Oneday workshop is for youth 15-30 years old who are out of school and unemployed. To register phone 250754-8101.
Island Marine Modelers meet every Sunday at the north dock of Inn on Long Lake from 9-10 a.m. with radio controlled sail and power boats. 250-7544338 for details. ◆ HARBOUR CITY Senior Quilters meet Tuesdays from noon to 3 p.m. at Bowen Park. No experience necessary, all supplies provided. Please call Lucy at 250-756-9149 for information. ◆ THURSDAY NIGHT cribbage at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 256 on East Wellington. Starts at 7 p.m. Everyone welcome. ◆ TROUBLE HEARING? Canadian Hard of Hearing - Nanaimo meets third Monday of each month at Christ Community Church, corner of Bowen and Northfield roads, at 1:30 p.m. For details phone 250-591-6206.
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◆ NO-AUDITION FUN choir on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. $8 drop-in or $25 for four consecutive weeks. Details at info@moresingingplease.com or 250729-6135.
◆ CEDAR FAMILY Playgroup, 0-5 years old, meets every Wednesday 9:30-11:30 a.m., Cedar Heritage Centre, 1644 MacMillan Rd. 250-722-7110.
◆ NANAIMO STROKE Recovery Group meets every Friday at Bowen Park Social Centre at 10:45 a.m. Bring a bag lunch. Contact 250-753-5328.
◆ ALZHEIMER’S AND Dementia Caregivers’ support group meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon second Thursday of month, at Alzheimer Resource Centre, 2001585 Bowen Rd. 250734-4170.
◆ WEAVING OUR VOICES Haven Society support group – for women who have experienced abuse – meets Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. Please call Cindy at 250-756-2452, ext. 228 for information or to book child care.
◆ ISLAND BEL Cantos Singers, an all-women’s choir, is accepting new members. Rehearsals are Tuesdays at 7 p.m. beginning Sept. 6. 250-7580530 for details. ◆ NANAIMO BUDDHIST Group meets Saturdays 10-11:30 a.m. 587 Seventh St., Nanaimo. 250-7562127 or e-mail susanjwilson@shaw.ca. ◆ SONS OF F Norway Lodge meets first Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m., Bowen Park Activity Room 1. For information please call 250-756-2406 or 250-756-9830. ◆ MID VANCOUVER
◆ NANAIMO MEN’S Centre hosts Dads Make a Difference program Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. at the Princess Royal Family Centre at 260 Irwin St. 250-7161551. ◆ PRINCESS PATRICIA veterans interested in creating a PPCLI Association Chapter in Nanaimo are invited to call 250-754-4897 or 250-754-3703. Once established, funds will be raised to help injured Afghan war veterans who have returned to Canada. ◆ PARADISE ISLE Seniors at 201 Albert St. hosts a light lunch,
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pool tables, crib tournament, arts groups and other activities from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday. ◆ SUICIDE BEREAVEMENT Support Group. Monthly adult meeting for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. Meets first Wednesday of every month. Call 250-7532495 for more information. ◆ GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS meetings are held from 7-8 p.m. every Tuesday at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, Rm. G-092. ◆ NANAIMO MOOSE Lodge holds a collectables garage sale last Sunday of every month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1356 Cranberry Ave. Tables $15. 250816-1233 or 250-7542853. ◆ SEX AND/OR Love Addicts Anonymous. There is help with a closed 12-step program, confidentiality assured. Call 1-888357-8104 for details. ◆ WHIMSICAL SCRIBES, a writer’s group reborn, meets every second and fourth Friday of the month. Everyone
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is welcome to listen or share work. 250-5853348. ◆ NANAIMO MENTAL Health and Addictions Advisory Council meets the third Monday of every month at 528 Wentworth St. from 10 a.m. to noon. Anybody with an interest in mental health and addictions is welcome to attend. ◆ MUSIC FOR Kids program runs Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15 a.m. for one-to-four yearolds and 3-4 p.m. Fridays for five-plus years. 4235 Departure Bay Rd. More details at 250-758-2676 or www.sapcnanaimobc. ca. ◆ NANAIMO HARBOUR City Senior’s Crafty Workers meet every Wednesday from 1-3 p.m. at the Bowen Park Senior Centre. Anybody over the age of 60 is welcome to attend. ◆ CLOGGING CLASSES take place at Cedar Community Secondary School every Monday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For details contact 250-722-2953. ◆ ASTRONOMY SOCIETY meets fourth Thursday
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monthly at 7 p.m. at Beban Park Social Centre. Public welcome. Visit www.nanaimoastronomy.com. Educational services available for schools and businesses. ◆ HEART OF F the Island Chorus meets Wednesdays from 7-9:30 p.m. at the Lantzville Legion. 250-758-5496 for details. ◆ TEXAS HOLD’EM Poker River Riders host ongoing games Sunday through Thursday at the Wellington Pub. Visit www.riverriderspoker.com or call 250-616-7593 for details. Participants are encouraged to bring a donation for the food bank. ◆ SATURDAY NIGHT Dance Society hosts dances at the Departure Bay Acitvity Centre first and third Saturdays of each month. Doors open at 8 p.m. and dancing goes from 8:30 p.m. to midnight. 250-585-4154. ◆ NANAIMO ELKS No. 26 meets third Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m. at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 10, 129 Harewood Rd. 250-7418308 for details.
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◆ VIU MARINERS men’s and women’s soccer teams play their first B.C. Colleges’ Athletic Association regularseason games on the road against the Capilano Blues this Saturday (Sept. 10).
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The Vancouver Island University Mariners were very good last year; in fact, they were the best. They know they’re going to be very good again this year and they’ll strive to remain the best. The university’s men’s soccer team, defending champions of the Canadian Colleges’ Athletic Association, is hard at work this fall in advance of a new season. A lot of the key players are back, and this time they’re armed with the knowledge of what it takes to be national champions. “We try to treat it as a whole new year – we have some new players,” said Bill Merriman. “But we do talk to them about what helped us get to where we got.” The coach said the leaders from last season – Chris Arnett, Jared Stephens and Matt Mehrassa – are again taking charge in 2011, with many other returning veterans on board. “The core is very strong,” Merriman said. “With the guys from last year, it’s made it that much easier to build around that group.” Notable subtractions this year are Chris Merriman, Kyle Bate and goalkeeper Robbie Cochrane, the MVP of nationals. Local Nanaimo product Scott Brown and last year’s backup,
◆ FIRST HOME GAMES are against the Douglas Royals on Sept. 17. The women play at 1 p.m. at Mariner Field, followed by the men at 3 p.m. ◆ KWANTLEN EAGLES visit Mariner Field Sept. 18 for games at noon and 2 p.m.
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Vancouver Island University Mariners Kevan Brown, front, and Brant Losch vie for the ball during practice Wednesday at Mariner Field.
Daniel Mercer, comprise the new goalkeeping tandem. “[They] are doing a good job,” said the coach. “It’s obviously very hard to fill Robbie’s shoes and there’s a lot of pressure on those two guys because Robbie
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was the best keeper in Canada.” As far as newcomers go, the Mariners’ most high-profile recruit this year is Kevan Brown out of the Victoria Highlanders U20 program. A.J. Kambere and
Andres Algarin are some other additions. Assistant coach James Merriman said he likes how quickly the new players are adjusting. “Our team is starting to get closer and kind of believe in each other and work hard for each other,” he said. The Mariners are glad to see that, since they know that was one of the reasons they accomplished what they did in 2010. “The team camaraderie and how tight of a team we are, that was one of our keys last year,” said Bill Merriman. “If you get the new guys to understand that, that workrate and how we cover for each other and work for each other, it’s huge.” SOCCER TALK … The M’s lost their final pre-season game to Simon Fraser University on Thursday by a 2-0 score in Burnaby. Brad Crewe and Stephens created scoring chances for the VIU team. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
Competitive juices critical for Clippers BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN
The Nanaimo Clippers are going to get the message right away. The B.C. Hockey League team’s training camp started Monday at Frank Crane Arena, and coach Mike Vandekamp wants to see a “rip-your-head-off ” attitude on the ice. Players have to bring it. “Can you teach it? Absolutely not,” Vandekamp said. “I would hope that we’ve got competitive people that are going to realize what we’re asking for from the beginning and show it … How you intend on playing when the puck drops on the regular season is how you need to play right from the beginning.” The team expects to have 42 players step on the ice today (Sept. 6). The Clippers provided a list of 39 prospective players on Friday (see page 30) 0 and planned to finalize three more names over the weekend. Vandekamp, also the team’s GM, said he is considering other prospects including players who are at Western Hockey League camps. “There are more things going on behind the scenes than what you see there…” he said. “So I would suggest that every single player on that list is competing for a spot on our hockey team. There’s not a single roster spot fixed in stone.” ◆ See ‘COACH’ /30
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Long weekend delays scores Sports scores from the past few days are not available because of early press deadlines due to the long weekend. The Labour Day weekend wasn’t a very busy one for local sports, but there was one big game Monday with the Nanaimo Redmen kicking off the Vancouver Mainland Football League season in Langley. Please look for news on the Redmen, plus more football, hockey and soccer in upcoming issues of the Bulletin.
Nanaimo United’s Gavin Leung looks to pass the ball during a friendly against Cowichan FC on Thursday night at Merle Logan Field. The visitors won 1-0, scoring on a penalty kick. Look for more on United in an upcoming issue of the Bulletin.
Cottonwood golf champions determined at tournament Cottonwood Golf Course held its majors last month. The Cassidy facility held its club championship tournaments Aug. 27-28 for both men and women. Kevin Roden and Georgina Hermans are this year’s club champions, winning their respective low gross titles. In men’s play, Gor-
don Smeeton was the low gross B flight winner, Jeff Datoff won C flight and Bobby Uvanile won D flight. Among the women, Susie Youle is the club’s champion for low net. In senior ladies’ club play, Lucette Tremblay won the low gross title and Nicole Bourduas won the low net crown.
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Coach sees more unknowns than in typical training camp ◆ From /28 The coach and GM Vandekamp said he likes the group of players he has to work with, but pointed out that there are unknowns. In a typical training camp, he said, a coach would be familiar with – and perhaps loyal to – certain returning veterans. With a new team, there isn’t that familiarity. Defenceman Josh Phillips is the only player in camp who Vandekamp has coached. So the coach has structured camp a little differently. Some years, he said, he might only have 25 players in camp with a chance to make the team, compared to 40-plus this month. The Clippers will hold practices and scrimmages today (Sept. 6), Wednesday and Thursday and a more formal intrasquad game on Friday before they make a single cut. The remaining guys will then get pre-season games against B.C. Hockey League competition. “The whole process, from [Sept. 5-18], there’s going to be, definitely, a lot to evaluate,” said Vandekamp. ICE CHIPS … Practice times at Frank Crane Arena today, Wednesday and Thursday are at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., with scrimmages at 6 p.m. … A previously unreported trade this summer saw Yannick LaFlamme dealt to
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◆ Sept. 9 - B.C. Hockey League training camp exhibition. Nanaimo Clippers intrasquad game. Frank Crane Arena, 7 p.m.
◆ NANAIMO CLIPPERS’ training camp roster, as of Friday: ◆ FORWARDS - Kurtis Bond, Jared Chinn, Tanner Clarkson, Colton Cyr, Tyler Elson, Trevor Fitzgerald, Andrew Gladiuk, Taylor Grobowski, Brett Hartskamp, Shawn Holliday, Ryan Hunter, Brodie Jamieson, Brayden Jaw, Kyle Kramer, Chase Lang, Brent Laschuk, Tristan Lowenberger, Jesse Neher, Evan Ritchie, Adam Robertson, Owen Rowsell, Joey Siers, Brendan Taylor. ◆ DEFENCEMEN - Nick Bell, Josh Bryan, Colton Dahlen, Sean Flynn, Jordan Groenheyde, Alex Martin, Graeme McCormack, Will McNamara, Adam Nishi, Ryan Panichelli, Josh Phillips, Ryan Wells. ◆ GOALTENDERS - Mitchell Backhouse, Chris Eiserman, Billy Faust, Lyndon Stanwood.
Manitoba’s Neepawa Hawks as the future considerations of last fall’s Mike Dopko deal … Clippers news will be posted first all season at Clippers Central at www. nanaimobulletin.com. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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Whitecaps will teach players of all skill levels Nanaimo soccer players are excited about the start of another season and the Vancouver Whitecaps FC are excited to be a part of it. Whitecaps summer camp returns to Nanaimo’s Beban Park Gyro Youth Sports Fields this weekend (Sept. 10-11). Boys and girls in the U9-U14 brackets
can participate, and will be split into two groups: development and performance. The lower level will stress the fundamentals of the game like passing, shooting and ball control, said camp manager Sam Lenarduzzi. “If you don’t learn the basic skills, you’re not going to get to that next level,” he said. “The performance
level is more for the select players. It’s more for those kids that theoretically should have the art of all the skills down pat and then we just put them into situations where they need to use those.” Cost is $129. On-site registration will be available, or parents can call 1-778-330-1354 or visit www.whitecapsfc.com/bccamps.
◆ Sept. 10 - B.C. Hockey League exhibition. Nanaimo Clippers vs. Alberni Valley Bulldogs. Weyerhaeuser Arena, Port Alberni, 5:30 p.m. ◆ Sept. 11 - B.C. Major Midget League hockey exhibition. North Island Silvertips vs. South Island Thunderbirds. Nanaimo Ice Centre, 2:45 p.m. ◆ Sept. 11 - B.C. Hockey League exhibition. Nanaimo Clippers vs. Alberni Valley Bulldogs. Frank Crane Arena, 3 p.m.
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Be part of an “Innovative Methods” I CAN SWIM is an innovative-learn-to-swim exciting youth program of incredible quality developed by Canada. The program’s proven program that offers Swimming method teaches children to swim more • Development of competitive swimming skills • Stroke Development • Fitness Training BC’S FASTEST GROWING SWIM CLUB!
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Sessions Available For 5 Years And Over STAGES 1, 2, 3 & I Can Compete 10 WEEKS – Oct. 3-Dec. 9, 2011
WINTER 11 WEEKS – Jan. 3-Mar. 14, 2011 SPRING 11 WEEKS – Mar. 26-June 8, 2011
REGISTER SEPTEMBER 7TH, 2011 FROM 4-7 PM AT THE NANAIMO AQUATIC CENTER ONGOING REGISTRATION AT THE NANAIMO RIPTIDES OFFICE
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Charitable Fundraising in partnership with the Playtime Community Gaming Centre and the BC Lottery Corporation.
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Try it out with 3 free introductory classes The most affordable place to learn a martial art in Nanaimo Children’s classes: Mon to Fri: 6 to 7 pm Adults’ classes: Mon to Fri: 7 to 8:30 pm Little Tigers’ g classes: Tues & Thu: 6 to 7 pm
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Stay physically fit In these tough economic times when every penny counts, costly gym memberships are a common casualty. But that doesn’t mean you should neglect your health. “More than ever, it’s important to make exercise part of your daily routine,” says Don Brown, fitness expert. “You can maintain health, lead an energetic lifestyle and reduce stress by getting regular exercise.” The longtime fitness guru notes that physical health should not be sacrificed to cost-cutting measures. Rather, Brown offers the following tips for those look-
ing to stay, or get, physically fit during tough economic time. * Get outdoors: Walking and jogging are great cardiovascular activities especially for those new to regular exercise and they are free. What’s more, getting outside encourages healthy circulation, strengthens the body’s immune system by increasing white blood cell count and helps improve mood. On days when the weather isn’t cooperative, take your cardio workout indoors. Jumping rope, dancing and running on a treadmill are great traditional indoor exercises.
* Maintain a healthy diet: Brown emphasized the importance of a health diet for everyone, from ardent fitness buffs to those with a more casual approach to exercise. Those who like to dine out or frequently order in can save substantial amounts of money in the current economy simply by eating healthier and often far less expensive foods at home and by eating less. In conjunction with daily exercise, a balanced diet that includes multiple servings of fruits and vegetables is a great way to achieve or maintain optimal health, whether or not you ever enter a gym again.
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SONLIGHT CHRISTIAN CHILDCARE CENTRE Register early, spaces are filling up!
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For info and brochures call Deans Flowers at
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Headliners School of Performing Arts positive enrichment for all ages
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As you settle back into routine, be sure to in include some H HCOKN[ VKOG KN[ [V G into your fall and winter schedules. Check k out these great programs and sessions with Nanaimo Parks, Recreation and Culture! DROP IN PROGRAMS
Adult $6.50 · Student/Senior $4.75 · Child 3-12 $3.25 · Family (2 adults/3 children) $13 or use your Family RecPass and save!
Family Sports Bring the family out and play your favourite sports. Geared towards families with children 7 to 12, but other ages are welcome, too! Saturdays, 3-5 pm at Oliver Woods Community Centre
Family Open Gym Spend some time playing your favourite sports. This drop-in time is geared for families with young children ages 3 to 7. Sundays, 1-3 pm at Oliver Woods Community Centre
This is a series of four Saturday morning walks at Bowen Park. A perfect way to start your weekend with your young ones. Take part in one or all of the sessions. Instructor: Elke Wind Sat, Sep 3 Sat, Sep 10 Sat, Oct 8 Sat, Oct 22 Bowen Complex
10-11 am 10-11 am 10-11 am 10-11 am
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Simple Meditations for Today’s Parent OK, so not a program you do with your kids, but it’s good for the whole family!
Sundays, 10:45-11:45 & Wednesdays, 6:30-8 pm at Frank Crane Arena
Family Swim, Everyone Welcome Swim or Twoonie Swim
Rock Climbing - Family (ages 3 & up)
Held at both Beban Pool and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre are available every day of the week! Check our online schedules to find a time that works for every member of your family!
You already drive each other up the wall, so why not climb it together? Price is for family of 4.
This provides opportunities for all levels and ages of skaters.
Parent & Tot Skate ($4 admission during this session) For parents and their tots aged 6 years and under. Introduce your child to the ice or work on skills learned in our RecSkate lessons. Mondays & Wednesdays, 10-11:30 am at Frank Crane Arena Tuesdays & Thursdays, 12:30-2 pm at Nanaimo Ice Centre
Mother/Daughter Yoga (ages 9 & up)
Nature Programs with Elke Wind (parent & tot)
Instructor: Carol Meekes Sun, Oct 2 Wed, Jan 4-Mar 28 Beban Social Centre
Family Skate
Family RecPasses
REGISTERED PROGRAMS
1-3:30 pm 1-2:30 pm
$20/1 $20/1
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Spend time together learning Hatha yoga in a fun and casual setting. Price is per person. Dad welcome, too! Sun, Sep 18-Oct 30 3:30-4:30 pm Sun, Nov 6-Dec 11 3:30-4:30 pm Oliver Woods Community Centre
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Fit Together for Teens & Moms (ages 12 & up) Workout together in a class that incorporates cardio, strength and flexibility. All levels welcome, so you can workout at your own pace. Price is per person. Dads welcome, too! Thu, Sep 22-Oct 20 3:45-4:45 pm Thu, Nov 3-Dec 8 3:45-4:45 pm Thu, Jan 12-Feb 9 3:45-4:45 pm Thu, Feb 16-Mar 15 3:45-4:45 pm Departure Bay Activity Centre
$25/5 $30/6 $25/5 $25/5
Bring Your Teen with You... Parents, are you taking a fitness, dance or art program with us? If you have a teen that would like to join you, call us and, in most cases, we can open up the registration for younger participants as long as they are accompanied by an adult.
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For more details and hhundreds of other classes to choose from, pick up our FFall & Winter Activity Guide available at any of our reccreation facilities or online at www.nanaimo.ca.
Family Clay Art
Instructor: Romper Room Gym Staff Sun, Sep 18 3-5 pm $60/1 Sun, Oct 16 3-5 pm $60/1 Sun, Nov 20 3-5 pm $60/1 Romper Room Climbing Gym (4385B Boban Drive)
Create family treasures together. Price is for a family of 4 or $29 per person. All clay, firing and glazes are included.
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Mother/Daughter Sports Sampler (ages 8 & up)
Thu, Sep 22-Oct 20 Thu, Jan 26-Feb 23 Bowen Pottery Studio
4-5:30 pm 4-5:30 pm
Sun, Sep 25-Nov 13 6:30-7:30 pm Sun, Jan 29-Mar 18 6:30-7:30 pm Oliver Woods Community Centre
$37/8 $37/8
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Parent & Child Hockey A non-competitive hockey time for children and parents! Held Sundays from 5:15-6 pm at Nanaimo Ice Centre. Pre-registration is required. Call 250-756-5200 or register online (ireg.nanaimo.ca).
A great way to play games, keep fit and spend time with your daughter. Price is per person.
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$35/6 $35/6
These are available for the entire family for 3, 6 or 12 months! Use them for unlimited public access for swimming, skating, aquacises, weight rooms, drop-in gymnasium sports at Oliver Woods Community Centre and more!
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Join Army Cadets! 2422 “The Canadian Scottish Regiment” (Princess Mary’s) Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps is recruiting. For Youth 12 to 18 Years First Parade in 2011, Sept. 6th Tues. Evenings 6:15 - 9:15 pm Call us at 250-755-5361 Recruiting Year Round What you need to bring: • Birth Certificate • Care Card • Parent/Guardian
We are located at the Nanaimo Military Camp, at the Brigadier D.R. Sergeant Armoury 709 Nanaimo Lakes Road Ad paid by the Corp’s Civilian Sponsoring Committee
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