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It’s hard to say what the withdrawal of B.C. teachers from extracurricular activities will look like in School District 69 (Qualicum). Mount Arrowsmith Teachers Association (MATA) president Deb Morran said direction will be coming from local presidents in terms of voluntary activities. “We will be providing clarification for members who are still not clear,” she stated on Friday, April 20 after members of the B.C. Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) voted 73 per cent to stop volunteering at their schools as part of an anti-government protest. “The 73 percent was a decisive result and strong endorsement to DEB MORRAN oppose Bill 22. We are talking about activities that teachers would be doing beyond instruction duties and after hours,” said Morran. She said that even includes lunch time volunteering. It likely won’t derail official graduation ceremonies for Grade 12 students but Morran said there is a lot of work involved in grad ceremonies and they could very well be impacted. She said at Kwalikum Secondary School in Qualicum Beach there are afternoon ceremonies for grads. See GRADUATION, page A4
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EARTH DAY CAKE: Ten-year-olds Anna Houck (left) and Amanda Parayko (right) enjoy some Earth Day cake in Qualicum Beach April 21. Houck said her wish on Earth Day was for everyone to recycle, re-use and reduce. See page A5 for more.
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QUALICUM BEACH — A two-person crime spree across They fanned out to look for clues. It didn’t take long to three communities ended upside down in a Qualicum find one. They attempted to pull over a suspicious-lookBeach ditch early Sunday morning. ing vehicle on Highway 4, only to have it take off at high The action began last week with the theft of a motor ve- speed. hicle, say RCMP. That same car turned The chase was on at that point and Add your COMMENTS at up in Port Alberni on Sunday, April 22 Oceanside RCMP were advised of the www.pqbnews.com when police received a call at 5:45 a.m. situation. of a break and enter at Jay’s Lace it Up, a Corporal Jesse Foreman said police clothing store on Cherry Creek Road. set up a roadblock by Hilliers Road and laid out a spike belt Police raced to the scene to find thousands of dollars to make sure the suspect vehicle stopped. worth of property had been stolen. See FEMALE SUSPECT, page A4
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STARTING POINT What are the bees saying? Morning Glory School wants you to learn your plans to host a community screening of Queen of The Sun: What Are the Bees Telling Us? A film by Taggart Siegel, director of The Real Dirt on Farmer John. Bee movie. The movie takes viewers on a journey through the catastrophic disappearance of bees and mysterious world of the beehive. The screening will be held on Tues., May 1 at 2:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Parksville Community Centre’s, Gary Oaks room. Admission is by donation. For more call 250-752-2722. — NEWS Staff
Police on lookout for fugitive Oceanside residents are being asked to keep their eyes peeled for a wanted fugitive from the Sunshine Coast. Two warrants have been issued for Trey Watters. He is described as a 20-year-old Aboriginal male who stands five feet, 11 inches tall and weighs 200 pounds, with brown hair and green eyes. — NEWS Staff
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At Ballenas Secondary in Parksville, grad ceremonies in the past have been in the early evening so that may have to change. “Those are some of the ramifications that administrators will look at. It is a huge organizational effort to run the event … with grads going up and knowing where to sit. It is an intricate organizational piece and there is a lot of work involved.” School Board Chair Lynette Kershaw said she is hoping that locally, the directive from MATA may be interpreted differently and admitted it is a
shame the dispute over Bill 22 has come to this. “From what I understand it is how firm MATA wants to be with enforcing the directive from the BCTF.” She did confirm that Grade 12 students at Ballenas will not miss out on grad ceremonies. “I talked to Don Boyd when this was in the forefront and he said staff has a plan B to move the event into the daytime hours,” said Kershaw. She did express concern that a scheduled trip to Ottawa in May for band students at Ballenas and Springwood could be up in the air.
Students have been fundraising to go to MusicFest Nationals but Kershaw is hoping that because money has been paid and deposits made the band students will still get to go. While it is still too early to know the full effects of the teachers’ vote in favour of protest actions against Bill 22, plans for some sporting events, theatrical productions, end-of-year dances, dinners, field trips and camping expeditions could be in jeopardy because there aren’t enough administrators to cover all of the events.
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However, despite having one of its front tires entirely deflated by the spike belt, it continued to speed on. It didn’t get far however, with the driver losing control and ending up at the intersection of Memorial Avenue and Village Way, upside down in the ditch. The two occupants of the vehicle were not injured and ran from the scene. After a brief foot chase Oceanside RCMP members apprehended the female driver. However, the male pas-
senger was not located at the scene despite the efforts of a police dog team. His identity however has since been established. Property stolen from the clothing store was recovered from the suspect vehicle, The 29-year-old female suspect is in police custody in Port Alberni awaiting her court appearance and a warrant has been requested for her accomplice. Police are recommending a number of charges against the duo, including break enter and
theft over $5,000, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, flight from police and possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000. Port Alberni Cpl. Jen Allan said the arrest shows how the different detachments can work together. “With swift and effective communication, Port Alberni officers were able to summon their Oceanside Detachment colleagues to provide immediate assistance in apprehending the fleeing offenders,” she said.
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Small steps to move the Earth Earth Day events encourage people and governments to make change, one small step at a time
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t’s the small steps people take to make a difference to protect our planet and the Town of Qualicum Beach has been working on a number of green initiatives. At an Earth Day ceremony on April 21 chief administrative officer Mark Brown outlined several things the Town has done to reduce pollution and to utilize renewable alternative sources of energy. He said in May 2007 the town became a member of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ (FCM) Partners for Climate Protection Program. In September 2007 the town signed a Province of BC Climate Action Charter mandating the municiThese rebate programs pality to achieve not only result in saving carbon neutral energy and water but operations by also reduce the flows to 2012. the French Creek sewage In May 2010 treatment plant. the sustainabilMARK BROWN ity plan was adopted by council and in May 2011 the sustainability plan principles were incorporated into Official Community Plan. He said OCP implementation measures contain many initiatives to address climate change. In March 2008 he said the town staff formed a green team and working with council their accomplishments include: Bike to Work Week and also a bike locker built in the town hall parkade resulting in several staff biking to work almost every day; an Anti-Idling Bylaw adopted by Council reducing greenhouse gas emissions; participation in the BC Hydro Turn it Off Challenge in which the town won an award. Brown said Qualicum Beach is a leader in
Canada in implementing LED lighting, with various types of LED streetlights from different companies installed on a test basis at numerous intersections, including the recently constructed round-about at Rupert and Memorial Avenue. He stated the town has partnered with the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) in such initiatives as Team Watersmart and offered a toilet rebate program as an incentive to convert to low-flush toilets “The town is just announcing a dishwasher and washing machine rebate program along with BC Hydro and Fortis BC. These rebate programs not only result in saving energy and water but also reduce the flows to the French Creek sewage treatment plant,” he said. He added the town was also a leader in the food waste collection service with the pilot program being introduced very successfully thanks to the residents of the Chartwell area. The town motto on electric vehicles is Community Leaders for Clean Air and he said Qualicum Beach became the second municipality in B.C. (next to Oak Bay) to adopt a low speed electric vehicle bylaw when council did so in November 2008. “This bylaw allows the electric vehicles with a maximum speed of 40 km/h to travel on the municipal roads.” Qualicum Beach is a member of the Fraser Basin Council Climate Change and Air Quality Green Fleets BC E3 Fleet program, with initiatives to green the fleet. Brown, along with Qualicum Beach Council, met with the president of BC Hydro and their electric vehicle program directors at the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) conference and became a pilot local government for small to mid-sized communities joining BC Hydro, the City of Vancouver and Saanich. See QUALICUM BEACH, page A6
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Beach cleanup uncovers lots of trash Rotarians, Newcomers comb the waterfront during annual garbage pick NEIL HORNER
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The roads, ditches, medians and highways in and around Qualicum Beach got a dose of spring cleaning on Friday as community volunteers fanned out to pick up trash. The annual cleanup, this year was organized by Sunrise Rotary, with help from the Town of Qualicum Beach. “We’re doing the beachfront, the major arteries, Memorial Avenue, Highway 19A within town limits, Village Way, Arbutus and we have a major group out on the highway from the turning circle to the overpass,” said Sunrise Rotary director of community services Mike Haas. “There’s tons of garbage out there, everything from paper cups to cardboard boxes. It’s a bit of a mess and it will be good to see it cleaned up.” Along with members of town council and staff, the Rotarians were joined by a significant
contingent from the Qualicum Beach Newcomers Club, who made a point to clean up any debris they found during their daily walking tour of the community. This was the first time Sunrise Rotary has taken the helm of the cleanup campaign, but it’s likely not the last. It’s also far from the only visible sign of Rotarian involvement in Qualicum Beach. “We did the painting of the chamber of commerce building last year,” Haas said. “We’ll be doing broom busting as well this year. The town is very good at keeping it under control, but it comes back.” The town supplied safety vests, rubber gloves and other equipment to the volunteers, while Quality Foods pitched in with coffee and snacks to help volunteers get an early morning start. “We believe we live in paraNEIL HORNER PHOTO dise,” Haas said. “We want it to Debbie Patterson picks up a nasty piece of trash beside look like paradise.” Highway 19A at Memorial.
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Rainwater collection systems floated Gulf Island Rainwater Collection makes pitch to city; Parksville to consider options AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
As water becomes an increasingly crucial part of long term city planning, Parksville council heard a presentation about rainwater collection. Among talk of Parksville becoming a Blue Community in support of water rights, and budgeting for a new multimillion dollar river water intake and treatment facility, Bob Burgess of Gulf Island Rainwater Collection spoke of the benefits and cost efficiency of rainwater harvesting. He said a typical system catches about 85 per cent of the rain that hits a roof, meaning that in this climate a 1,000 square-foot roof could save more than 70,000 litres per year.
The water collected is past, and Peter Morrison, considered non-potable or who said he just purchased “grey” meaning it can be cola system as his wife’s birthlected from any surface and day request. doesn’t have to be treated for Asked about the payback use for irrigation and flushtimeline, Burgess pointed ing toilets, meaning there out there are many benefits is almost no maintenance including conserving waonce the system is set up. ter, providing an important PETER MORRISON While it can be complicatemergency supply. ed and expensive to re-plumb a house While there are many variables in to use rain water to flush toilets, it is the costs, such as the storage tank size, relatively simple to build new houses the average payback time is around with that capability. seven or eight years, he said. There was a lot of support around Mayor Chris Burger pointed out that the council table for the concept in gen- rainwater collection systems are beeral, including councillors Marc Lefeb- coming great marketing tools for new vre who has promoted the idea in the home builders.
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“The town became the first municipality in Canada to license a left hand drive 100 per cent electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV which is now used on a daily basis by the building inspector,” he said. He pointed to the town’s partnership with Jordan Schley of QBGreen.ca to jointly fund an electric vehicle charging station at the parkade shared with Qualicum Foods and the Seniors’ Centre as another example of how the town is reducing
it’s carbon footprint. “There are four charging stations in the underground parking area at the town hall and plans are to install a charging station along Highway 19A at the waterfront.” He told the crowd that he was honoured to be able to help bring innovative initiatives such as the public private partnership (P3) town hall/library/public square to fruition, one of only two in Canada, along with Moncton, NB.
He said recently council adopted a resolution to authorize staff to submit a grant application to study the implementation of a geothermal/district energy system for the Civic Centre and Ravensong Aquatic Centre. “Earlier this year I was invited to speak at a sustainability conference to talk about many of the topics that I have described today along with the CAO from the Town of Ladysmith that has
also implemented a number of sustainability initiatives including food waste collection and they also have a municipal green team. “I am very thankful to have had the opportunity today to proudly share with everyone here the innovative and leading programs and policies that council and staff have initiated and implemented in the Town of Qualicum Beach for the benefit of the citizens of our community.”
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School trustees ask for more time
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Board of education has to find a way to make up for a half-million budget deficit BRENDA GOUGH
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The big challenge of stretching their funding dollars has the Board of Education of School District 69 (Qualicum) asking for more time before approving next year’s budget. At a budget information session April 18, the board was presented with three options to make up for a $546,175 budget shortfall. But before choosing any option, trustees wanted more information on issues that effect the overall budget and are still up in the air. District administrators have been working on developing the 2012/13 operating budget, which is around 44 million dollars, not enough to meet all the district’s costs. Although three different cost saving scenarios were presented, none of them were accepted and the trustees, many of them new to the board, would not commit to any of the options until some
loose ends are tied up. Secretary-Treasurer Bernice Hannam wanted trustees to stick to the district’s timelines and asked for direction from the board, but with too many unknowns, the board postponed making any budget decisions. A regular board meeting is scheduled for tonight (April 24) where Hannam will be looking for direction because the district needs to start planning for the next school year. She said the budget process, which started in February, has been challenging and the public has expressed its priorities and there isn’t a lot of time left to wrap up the process. One of the cost saving measures includes reducing days of instruction on the local calendar, similar to what the district did to save money in 2011/2012. Taking five days off the calendar would save $100,000. Other options include reducing teachers and/
or administration, cutting some custodial supplies and equipment, and eliminating extra-curricular transportation. Board chair Lynette Kershaw said she thinks they will be able to make a decision Tuesday. “I don’t think the budget is insurmountable,” she said. “We are changing a few minor things. The local calendar is the time factor.” Under Bill 22, the government took the authority away from management and the school board to change the calendar and in order for the district to cut instructional days, they must come to an agreement with the Mount Arrowsmith Teachers Association (MATA). “Regardless of whether we go back to one week, it has to be negotiated with MATA and time frames are involved,” said Kershaw. She said she hopes the board can get a better indication of what they have to overcome to get an agree-
ment with MATA and they are looking for some direction from staff. Another question trustees need answered has to do with the new Family Place in Parksville. School District 69 donated the land for the centre but questions still remain about who will be paying for the upkeep of the building. Kershaw said she doesn’t feel that the school district should lose money on the venture. “We should at least break even or even make money off of it,” she stated. Kershaw said the board needs to be clear about Family Place before they pass the budget. “I want it to be clear that it is a great idea for supporting kids zero to six. It’s a one stop shop for families who need support with services all in one place. Theoretically its a great idea, but our duty as a board is to the students and schools and we have to look at it and make sure we think it through.”
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Parksville council supported part of a proposed resolution in support of water rights as a step to becoming a certified Blue Community. The resolution affirms that access to clean water is essential to human life and public operation is “effective, efficient, transparent and accountable to the public,” therefore the city will support the Union of B.C. Municipalities and Federation of Canadian Municipalities in lobbying senior levels of government to include the access to water as a fundamental human right. It concludes, “The city promotes and supports public ownership and operation of our domestic water supply, water treatment and wastewater treatment services in our community.” Mayor Chris Burger said the last line is “the single most important thing we can do,” in light of the constant pressure to privatize water utilities. The resolution didn’t include a third point requested by the Vancouver Island Water Watch Coalition promoting the Blue Communities program, calling for a ban on the sale of
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bottled water in city facilities and city sponsored events. There are currently no vending machines in city facilities. Councillor Marc Lefebvre proposed an amendment to add bottle filling facilities in Community Park, put a statement on the city’s website and ban vending machines. “The commodification of water is going to be one of the biggest threats to our country,” he said, sparking debate. Coun. Al Greir said he was disturbed by the idea of the city trying to interfere with private enterprise.
“We live in a democratic and free enterprise system, I don’t worry about corporations gouging us,” he said. “If people don’t want to buy it, they don’t buy it.” Coun. Carrie Powell-Davidson agreed, pointing out she supports the right to water, but doesn’t feel the city should be regulating bottled water. The amendment failed by a narrow 3-4 vote, but council unanimously supported the original resolution. During question period, Charna Macfie, president of the Parksville Residents Association, who first brought the proposal to council asked why they are asking higher levels of government to affirm water as a human right, while not doing it themselves. Burger didn’t directly respond but later clarified to THE NEWS that he believes sending a note to Ottawa from Parksville would be less effective than joining forces with other municipalities to get the message heard. It is unclear whether Parksville can formally be called a Blue Community without banning bottled water, though it was pointed out other communities are.
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One of them might be a Liberal and one NDP, but the two MLAs representing District 69 both agree there is little likelihood of a new right-of-centre coalition forming prior to the next B.C. election. Parksville-Qualicum Liberal MLA Ron Cantelon said he doesn’t think the interest is there on behalf of the Conservatives at least. “I think they are more interested in seeing us dry up and blow away so they can just step in.” Cantelon said what his par-
they joined forces,” he said. “The Liberal government has been vilifying the Conservatives and if they suddenly became friends it would seem like a deal of convenience and I don’t think the voters of this province would buy that.” However, Fraser said in B.C. politics, just about anything is possible. “They certainly have the right to negotiate that in a desperate attempt to hold onto power — and the Liberals have shown they will do anything to win an election. Every one they’ve won has been based on bamboozling the public.”
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he board of School District 69 (Qualicum) is in the unenviable situation of trying to come up with ways to save more than $500,000 in their 2012 budget. They are now finally realizing the dilemma facing their predecessors prior to last November’s municipal election — and why they actually had entertained a report that listed the possible closure of Kwalikum Secondary School as one way to save money in the face of declining enrolment here. Now, a new school board of trustees face big decisions in order to balance their books. A decline in students means less money from the province — except that this year only, B.C. has pledged to maintain local funding levels. Still, thanks to contract issues, rising costs of service and more, the board faces a half-million deficit. The money has to come from somewhere. The trustees are proposing many options, including eliminating extra-curricular bus transportation. That will only go so far. So, how about full elimination of all school bus transportation in District 69? It’s not a required function of a school board to provide this service. And, compared with in-class education service and staffing, it might be the only palatable large service cut — if people thought logically. But they don’t. Apart from the resulting job losses and the grief that would cause, parents for the most part won’t abide driving their children to and from school — unless the school day is changed to a 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. session. That could allow the board to shorten the school calendar, using those extra hours to make up for it. Barring that, maybe the district will start charging more to ride the buses — and allow more students to get on board. It’s unlikely the trustees will eliminate the buses. The parent outcry would be worse than if they cut teachers. Yet, the free ride in this school district is surely over.
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Letters TRULY TERRIBLE INTRO Yes, we too now have one of those dumb smart meters. I said no to the installers at the door and was told it would be reviewed by hydro and installed anyway. We have experience with them in Victoria and our Hydro bill doubled. But, what was interesting was what I learned from the fellows going door to door. Yes they have had faulty meters and yes, there have been other significant problems. I was told that the meter readers have not been reading the smart metres properly on many occasions. So, everyone should be reading their own metres, recording it and comparing the numbers to the readings on your bill. Take a picture, record the dates and you can look Minister Rich Coleman directly in the eye when he rather arrogantly and righteously defends his not so smart meters. Eventually, (don’t know how long that will take) all these metres will be read online and apparently save us money. We’ll see. What a terrible introduction to these things! PATRICIA WALTERS Qualicum Beach
BULBS NO BARGAIN I have a concern with the apparent phasing out of the incandescent light bulb. A regular 60 watt bulb costs about $0.50, sometimes even less. An LED bulb giving the same level of illumination will cost at least $19.99 — 40 times as much.
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Knowing that the energy required to manufacture a product is proportional to its price, it is safe to say that an LED bulb has a far larger carbon footprint than its incandescent counterpart before it is turned on. Of course we are told that once the LED light is installed its benefits start to take effect, notably much lower running costs and a much greater life. Does anyone question when lights are used in their home? In my house it is usually in the evening and mostly in the winter time when my heating is on at the same time. Although only 10 per cent of the energy used by an incandescent bulb goes to producing light, the rest is not wasted as we are led to believe. The other 90 per cent produces heat (however insignificant) and goes towards heating our homes. The result is that not one iota of energy is wasted by an incandescent bulb during the times of highest use. If you are not convinced and still must have LEDs, please consider how much time some of your light fittings are actually used. The lights that I have in my guest bedroom for example, are used less than 10 hours per year. It would take over 400 years to recoup the extra cost of an LED light, and that is assuming that all the energy used by a conventional light bulb was wasted, which I have shown is not the case. Let there be light and an even greener world. EDWARD A. MOTT Parksville
HEAL THE PLANET Regardless of what coal is used for, mining coal is a blasphemy against Mother Earth and environmentally degrading. Ignoring the history of coal extraction on this Island is to split from reality and that’s called schizophrenic. Ladysmith, South Wellington, Nanaimo and Union Bay still suffer the residual affects of coal mining. We are told the proposed project would create up to 350 jobs. Ahhh, the job carrot. Where have we heard exaggerated numbers like that before? If this is a numbers game then those 350 jobs will wipe out the existing 600 jobs in the shellfish industry once the contamination from the mine leaches into the water systems. The point is we don’t need or want these jobs. We need to heal our environment. RITA DAWSON Ladysmith
THANKS TO HARPER Stephen Harper has done more than any other prime minister to teach Canadians democracy mustn’t be taken for granted. He is the leader of a mean-spirited government with a win-at-any-cost mentality. If his government has nothing to hide, if his government is truly committed to safeguarding democracy, why is he so afraid of those who are searching for the truth? LLOYD ATKINS Vernon See LETTERS, page A12
VIEWS IN THE NEWS We asked: How do you feel about teachers withdrawing extra-curricular activities?
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I think it’s really unfortunate and I think teachers are divided on the issue. Teachers enjoy working with kids outside the class. It’s part of the job. JANE REYNOLDS Errington
It will affect my daughter and screw up our schedule. It’s unfortunate for the kids. They should keep politics out of it.
It sucks, but it’s not all the teachers’ fault. It will impact everybody. It’s too bad other things come before education.
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WE’RE ONE PERCENTERS There’s been a lot of analysis in the media about the new federal budget, but what is missing is a real acknowledgement of the cuts to CIDA. Everyone must share the burden is the justiďŹ cation, but the consequences for these cuts are far, far greater than any other. It is unconscionable to deny a child a twocent vitamin A pill that could keep her from going blind. There can be no justiďŹ cation for withholding $20 worth of drugs that would save a mother of ďŹ ve from an agonising death by TB. There is no room for so-called “austerityâ€? when millions of adolescent girls are forced out of school because there are no toilets for them. One can argue forever where cuts should happen and how, but there can never be any rational, ethical, or moral justiďŹ cation for one of the richest countries in the world claiming a lack of money when cutting help to the poorest. It’s like a Wall Street banker not giving to the United Way this year because the cost of operating his Rolls Royce eet has gone up. The Harper government is counting that Canadians don’t give a damn. They think that we only worry about our own backyard, not the enormous suffering that will occur as a result of these cuts. Yet if we let this pass, Canadians will have become the global one per cent: pitiless and arrogant fat cats looking down on the world’s poor and icking our cigar ashes in their faces. NATHANIEL POOLE Victoria
GET RID OF THE PEOPLE Stacy Gaiga of Port Alberni also does not live in the Cowie Creek watershed (THE NEWS, April 13). What she may not be aware of is that virtually every stream and river crossing this watershed from Wilfred Creek to Campbell River cuts through some of the coal-bearing formations and have been draining across and eroding through them for thousands of years yet we still
see a healthy shellďŹ sh industry and clean water in the aquifers. Many people are also unaware of is the fact that some of the earliest coal mining in the area was situated right in the Tsable River valley with a railway for carrying coal running right down the valley to Baynes Sound. Mining in the early 1900’s did not concern itself with environmental matters yet there is still a thriving ďŹ sh population in this river. Modern Canadian Mining regulations are the most environmentally sound of anywhere in the world and are being copied by other nations and absolutely must take into account water security basics. If you are concerned about the aquifer water quality and potential for shellďŹ sh contamination you must begin removing all the people and all the residential housing and all the industries that are situated around the shores of Baynes Sound. The coal mine will have virtually no impact on the environment in comparison to these pollution sources. ALF RANDALL Qualicum Beach
POLITICIAN WANTED Wanted, a workhorse politician with no hidden agenda to represent our communities. Must have a sound track record of unconditional community service and be willing to hold them self accountable to the people who elect them. Current government has fallen short of expectations with no sign of change. The candidate should be a “what you see is what you get� person who has an opinion; we can live with this, even if we don’t agree with him or her. Must have a grass roots understanding of the needs of the community would be an asset. To this end, local residency would be an asset. The candidate will be expected to attend all sessions in the legislation and during down time must be available. This is a full time position attendance at events other than photo opportunities is required. A good salary and compensation package is being offered, however, the candidate should be prepared to be frugal, curb expenses and pass the savings on to the residence of British Columbia. Once again the current government appears to have fallen short of expectation and the tax to the max concept is becoming tiresome. We are looking for a candidate who exercises common sense and is not afraid to get down and dirty. No dress code is required. All applicants are required to speak English and obfuscation as a second language will not be recognized. Regardless of political party you my apply prior to the next election. WAYNE MOSSMAN Qualicum Beach
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April is the month to join the fight against cancer and the Qualicum Beach Canadian Cancer Society branch office is inviting the public to an open house today. Many volunteers have been out in the community selling daffodil pins over the past couple of weeks. Money raised from the sale of the pins is
used for prevention education, research and support. To this day bright yellow daffodils continue to symbolize strength and courage in the fight against cancer. The Qualicum Beach office has a large breast cancer support group, prostate cancer support group, an extensive library with incredible resources which are free to the public and many other services run
by dedicated volunteers. You can meet some of the local volunteers today (April 24) during an open house from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. The local branch is celebrating 10 years in their office at 172 2nd Ave. in Qualicum Beach. Parksville Mayor Chris Burger will be dropping by at 11:30 for some cake and coffee and the public is encouraged to come out as well.
Day of Mourning April 28 in the city PARKSVILLE — The City of Parksville proclaimed April 28, 2012, as a National Day of Mourning for Workers Killed and Injured on the Job. First recognized by the Canadian Parliament in 1991 The Day of Mourning is now observed by labour bodies and various levels of government in nearly a hundred countries worldwide.
“The city recognizes April 28 as a day to mourn victims of workplace accidents and bring awareness for the need to establish safe conditions in the workplace for all,” said mayor Chris Burger in a news release. “It is as much a day to remember those lost in workplace accidents as it is a call to protect workers.” Flags will be at half-mast on
Saturday, April 28 in the city in remembrance of those workers who have lost their lives and their health due to workplace injuries. The Nanaimo, Duncan and District Labour Council along with CUPE 3570 invites the public to a ceremony at the Parksville Community Park picnic shelter at 4 p.m., Satur— Submitted day, April 28.
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he crack of rifles snap out as shooters take aim and fire — music to the ears of Pam Bottomley. The first-ever female president of the Parksville-Qualicum Fish and Game Association calls it sound therapy and she loves it. The longtime Nanoose Bay resident loves the sound, the smell and most of all, she loves the difficulty of placing her bullets in a tight group in the target. “I stumbled onto the shooting sport three and a half years ago,” she said. “I reconnected with an old friend who was living in New Zealand and when I went down for a visit he was officiating at the World Action Pistol Championships, so I just sort of hung around.” Although she said she was initially quite nervous, Bottomley, as a former reporter she was open to new experiences and, by the time she boarded her flight back to Canada, she was hooked. “I came back all excited to get my training and my license and to learn more about it, so I went looking for somewhere to do that,” she said. “I drove up to the Henry Rifle Range and a lot of really nice people pointed me in the right direction to get my training. I took lessons for about six months and really got into it.” Bottomley said she was given top-flight instruction and was able to try out a number of different firearms, trying to find the one that was a good fit. “The person I took lessons from here was an instructor in both restricted and non-restricted rifles,” she said. “I didn’t try pistols right away because I wasn’t interested in handguns at the time. I learned on a .22 rifle and a number of different types
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Fire in the belly: Controlling acid in the stomach
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astric esophageal reflux disease (GERD) is such a common condition that acid reducing medications, like Nexium and Pariet, are some of the best sellers. To alleviate the symptoms of heartburn, indigestion, and reduce the risk of esophageal damage, medications like these that lower acid secretions in the stomach utilize an effective strategy. To their dismay, many patients are told by their doctor that they will require a lifetime of acid control medication. A few will challenge this prediction and be met with either a resumption of symptoms, unfortunately, or surprisingly, recovery. Of course, those who do recover often have modified their situation through diet, lifestyle, weight management or a reduction of stress. Something to consider, if you are one of the ones who needs to continue to use acid controlling medication, is that there could be a compromise to your nutrient
status over time. of hydrochloric acid leads to Since hydrochloric acid is a consequential reduction required for the proper abin activation of digestive ensorption of vitamin B12, this By Dr. Tara Macart zymes. nutrient becomes depleted. When this happens, the B12 deficiency can cause offending proteins in the diet neuropathy (a condition of are not thoroughly broken pain, tingling or numbness) down and can bother the and is a significant reason sensitive individual. for neuropathy in people For people who want to try over sixty. to get along without acid conLong-term usage of acid trolling medication, there are reducers can also affect the a few things you could try. absorption of other nutrients like zinc Some people notice that certain foods and vitamin D. This drug-nutrient inter- trigger acid reflux like: fried foods, acidaction helps make a case for nutrient rich ic foods and coffee. Avoiding these and supplementation. eating smaller meals can help manage For people with food sensitivities, re- symptoms. flux medicines pose an added obstacle. After the evening meal, going to bed Perhaps the GERD or stomach distress with an incline can reduce the reflux. is in fact a symptom of food sensitivity. If At my clinic, I recommend a short rethe triggering proteins are not properly balancing protocol along with what I call digested, the sensitive individual will ex- a “clarified diet.” Through the elimination perience symptoms. of suspect foods and managing acid and On these medications, the reduction digestion naturally, many will recover.
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Overweight individuals may require a weight management program along with the above protocol in order to get their system working properly. What a relief to be able to eat and live without suffering and not have to compromise one’s long term nutritional status. If you have GERD and don’t want to be on acid reducing medications forever consider investigating a naturopathic approach to correcting your digestion. On the other hand if you must continue acid controlling medication, consider boosting your nutrients through a quality multi vitamin and some select supplements that would prevent vitamin depletions. A naturopathic physician is best suited to providing insights to this complex biochemistry. — Dr. Tara Macart owns Opti Balance Naturopathic Medicine in Qualicum Beach with her husband, Jonathan.
Errington School Trail opens on Saturday ERRINGTON — Saturday, April 28 marks the official opening of the new Errington School Trail. People are invited to join in the celebration from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Errington Elementary School Trailhead. Participants can refreshments and take a walk along
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Errington inventor takes idea to Dragon’s Den Colin Catton hopes to take his pet seat to next level BRENDA GOUGH reporter@pqbnews.com
Launching a business is no small task and no matter how big an idea you think you have, it still takes a lot of work and a ton of cash. That is why Errington Volunteer Fire Department chief Colin Catton has taken his new invention to the Dragons’ Den. The CBC TV program where aspiring entrepreneurs pitch their business concepts and products to a panel of Canadian business moguls who have the cash and the know-how make it happen, is the next step for Catton’s Buddyrider. His invention is a pet seat for taking your small dog along with you when you ride your bike. The bicycle pet seat has not been on the market that long but Catton said he wants to take his project to the next level. On Sunday, April 22 he was in Toronto where he faced the Dragons. Prior to the taping he told THE NEWS he would be asking for help marketing his invention. “I am looking for advertising and national TV exposure. Arlene is the one I want … she knows about promotion. I want her celebrity face on my product to
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Errington Fire Chief Colin Catton dropped into the Dragons’ Den in Toronto last week with his dog Jack, where he pitched his bicycle pet seat to the business moguls on the CBC TV program.
make it appealing,” said Catton. The Dragons are ruthless and rightly so — it’s their own personal money on the line.
He said while most entrepreneurs who face the Dragons are looking for cash and investors, that is not the case for him and he will not be selling any piece of his in-
vention to any of the Dragons. “Money is easy to come by. I won’t cave,” he insisted. Catton went to the auditions in Nanaimo back on March 18 because, according to him, “the opportunity was just too good to pass up.” “I guess they liked what they saw. I got the call that we are through to the next round in Toronto at the end of the month. Not being one to pass up a challenge, we are going for it.” Anyone who knows Catton will agree that going on national TV is not something the chief is comfortable with and even he admitted he is stepping out of his comfort zone. “No one is more surprised than I was to go on the show. But the opportunity presented itself for auditions and I thought it was chance of a lifetime. If I didn’t do it would I would regret it.” Catton, his wife and dogs loaded up the fifth wheel a few weeks ago and headed east with the invention. Along the way they hit a few towns to promote the Buddyrider. Catton said since he began promoting his bicycle pet seat he has sold about 40 so far and has received some interest from as far away as the U.K. and Germany. If the innovator strikes a deal with a Dragon, he will have to keep it secret until the episode airs on TV.
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you can invest double the credit if you are age 65 or amount of non-registered older. Government plans savings required in an insuch as Canada Pension surance company GIC and Plan and Old Age Security By Stuart Kirk make an election on your tax do not qualify. returns to each claim $2,000. Generally, income from Each of you will then be able non-registered investments to maximize the tax benefits will also not qualify for the of the $2,000 pension income pension income credit. One amount and thereby double exception is the income reyour tax credits. ceived from a Guaranteed Transferring unused credInterest Contract (GIC) proits to a spouse. If you are at vided by an insurance company. A GIC from a life insurance compa- least age 65 and have eligible income but ny reports the interest accrued as annuity are unable to use the full credit because income which qualifies for the pension you have reduced your taxes to zero, you can transfer the unused portion to your income tax credit beginning at age 65. Income splitting where both spouses spouse (or common law partner). Only you as the original recipient of the eligiare age 65 or older. If both you and your spouse (or com- ble income must be age 65 or older. The mon law partner) are age 65 or older, spouse receiving the transferred credit
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Parksville council will include a special comment portion in an upcoming regular meeting to allow open comment on a Beach Club request to allow entertainment in their restaurant and patio. The resort’s Pacific Prime Steak and Chop Restaurant and Lounge is seeking council’s support for a pending application to the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch (LCB) for a permanent change to their liquor license to allow music and dancing for weddings and other events. Councillor Sue Powell pointed out the patio is on the water which carries sound well, so she would like to see a wider public hearing than the neighbours that are usually asked for input. There was some discussion
about how far away residents Lesley’s Esthetcould complain about the potential noise, but it was pointed out ics and Accessories anyone can comment in a public in Parksville hosted a customer appreciahearing. Powell’s public hearing amend- tion day on April 18. Lesley Osborne has ment was added to the recommendation from staff to advertise for been operating her Parksville business for and receive written comment. Council didn’t appear to have 21 years and the wommuch issue with the restaurant’s en who has been helprequest. Mayor Chris Burger later ing people look and told THE NEWS that council “is al- feel good invited her ways looking for the public to be clients by for a wine engaged in the process.” and cheese event last He added while the LCB makes week. the decision, he believes they take Osborne said BRENDA GOUGH PHOTO council’s opinion and the broader her clientele has reLesley’s Esthetics’ sales rep. DeAnna Trumble, who has received the highest community impact into consider- mained loyal and she certificate possible in Canada for beauty therapy, had some skin care advice ation. credits her longevity for Marion Hopkins of Parksville. The public hearing will be held to her commitment as soon as the requirements for ad- to providing excellent dustry has grown market and Osborne feel welcome. vertising and public notice can be customer service. rapidly over the years agreed it is important Fantastic Qualicum Beach — THE NEWS met. The esthetics in- and appeals to a wider to make all her clients
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BC ARTS and Culture Week is on until the 28th! Find out what’s going on in your community and schools at www.bcartsweek.org/events
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF IAN MCLAREN, DECEASED LATE OF QUALICUM BEACH, WHO DIED OCTOBER 15th, 2011. Creditors and all others having claims against the Estate of IAN MCLAREN, are hereby notiďŹ ed pursuant to s. 38 of the Trustee Act, that particulars of their claims and any security held by them, should be sent to the Executor of the said Estate, c/o the Solicitor for the Estate at the address set out below, on or before the 15th day of June, 2012, after which date the Executor will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. THOMAS & COMPANY Barristers, Solicitors & Notaries Public #6 - 162 W. Harrison Ave, PO Box 1779, Parksville, BC, V9P 2H6
LOST: NOKIA, black cell phone, Apr. 11th, Port Alberni Hwy in Parksville. Call (250)752-3380.
AIRLINES ARE Hiring- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualiďŹ ed- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783.
ESTABLISHED PARKSVILLE law ďŹ rm seeks experienced family and civil litigation assistant. Salary commensurate with experience. Please send cover letter and resume to parksvillelaw@yahoo.com
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HOME BASED Business. We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com
EXPERIENCED SERVICE Provider for Chrysler dealership in Salmon Arm. Strong customer satisfaction skills. Able to work in a fast paced environment. Excellent wage/ beneďŹ t package. Fax resume 1-250-832-4545. E-mail: pat@brabymotors.com
BRADLEY CENTRE Members and guests Luncheon April 27th, 2012 @ 12:00 Noon CALL FOR ENTRIES 10TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Art & Bloom Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting May 19,20, 21 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca or phone 250-338-6901
INFORMATION IF YOU want to drink, that is your business. If you want to STOP, we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous. 1-800-883-3968
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REGARDING LAND IN THE AGRICULTURAL LAND RESERVE I, Pauline Marie Nelsen and Michael Nels Nelsen of PO Box 208, Errington, BC, V0R 1V0 intend on making an application pursuant to Section 30(1) of the Agricultural Land Commission Act to exclude from the Agricultural Land Reserve the following property which is legally described as, Lot 1, District Lot 143, Nanoose District, Plan 33113, Except part in Plan VIP60252 and located at 2771 & 2761 Old Alberni Highway. Any person wishing to express an interest in the application may do so by forwarding their comments in writing to, Regional District of Nanaimo, 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 6N2 by 30th May, 2012.
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ROBERT G. GILLBERG
LOST. PRESCRIPTION Sunglasses, Mill St., Qualicum. Apr.17 Reward (250)752-9808
After a short and courageous battle with cancer, Robert passed away at the home he loved and surrounded by the family that loved him. Robbie was born with a zest for life. He described his childhood in the Fraser Valley as “idyllicâ€?. He was able to roam, explore and just enjoy being a child. After graduation from Abbotsford Senior High he joined BC Hydro and remained with them until transferring to the Gas Division. He spent his working life in the Abbotsford area and Powell River – where he started his family – then back to the Fraser Valley until retirement. Robert’s passions were family and sports (especially hockey), and most often they intersected. He was at every event for his children and for his grandsons, being supportive and helpful. You could always hear him cheering avidly from the stands. He loved life – always the ďŹ rst at any gathering and the last to leave, willing to try new things and go new places, always there with help and advice. Robert was the eldest child of Herbert and Elsie Gillberg with two sisters Donna and Linda. He was predeceased by his father Herbert and is survived by his loving companion Verna, his mother Elsie and his daughter Lisa (Terry) Mellett and grandson Scott, his son Matthew (Gina) Gillberg and his grandsons Ryan and Adam, sister Donna (Ernie) Morrelli and nephew Bradley and sister Linda (Milt) Pearson and his nephew Marty (Jennie) Pearson and niece Mindy (Vic) Gratwicke. Family and friends are invited to celebrate his life. A life ďŹ lled with passion and joy. Saturday, May 5th, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm at his home in Parksville, 1417 Gabriola Drive (Craig Bay). In lieu of owers, donations to the BC Cancer Society would be appreciated. YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.
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December 12th, 1939 – April 13th, 2012
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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS APPLY NOW: Pennywise Scholarship For Women to attend Journalism certiďŹ cate course at Langara College in Vancouver. Deadline May 30, 2012. More information: www.bccommunitynews.com
Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following job: Heavy Duty Mechanic. Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259
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THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Boom Man • Processor Operator • Heavy Duty Mechanics • Contract Coastal Fallers • Grapple Yarder Operator Fulltime with union rates and beneďŹ ts. Please send resumes by fax to 250-9564888 or email to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca.
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QUALICUM BAY - HORNE LAKE WATERWORKS DISTRICT 44TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING For the purpose of electing two trustees for a three-year term and to discuss works completed in is now taking registration for 2011 and new developments for 2012. September. We are holding be held at the Water Board OfďŹ ce ourToopen house in May. If you 234 Lions Way in Qualicum Bay on would likeApril to 25, attend, Please Wednesday, 2012 at 7:00p.m. call 250-752-6620 ASAP Lic#CVIH-6BMTSV
INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Sites in AB & BC. Hands on real world machine training. NO Simulators. Start any Monday. Funding Options. www.IHESchool.com 1-866-399-3853 THE ONE and only Harley Davidson Technician Training Program in Canada. GPRC Fairview Campus. 15 week program. Current H-D motorcycle training aids. Affordable residences. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview. TRAIN TO be an Apartment/Condominium Manager at home! We have jobs across Canada. Thousands of graduates working. 31 years of success! Government certiďŹ ed. www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-6658339, 604-681-5456.
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INVITATION TO TENDER Replacement of Deck Tile and Grout Work - Ravensong Aquatic Centre
The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking responses to a tender of work to replace deck tile and grout at the Ravensong Aquatic Centre located in Qualicum Beach. The work includes removal of existing materials and the supply and installation of new materials. Tender documents can be obtained at the Ravensong Aquatic Centre, 737 Jones St. Qualicum Beach B.C. on or after April 27, 2012. The Regional District of Nanaimo will receive proposals up to Friday June 1, 2012 at 4:30 pm local time addressed to Mike Chestnut, Superintendent of Aquatic Services at: Regional District of Nanaimo Ravensong Aquatic Centre 737 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, B.C. V9K 1S4 Inquiries regarding this tender offer may be directed to Mike Chestnut, Superintendent of Aquatic Services - Telephone: 250.752.5014 or Email: mchestnut@rdn.bc.ca
T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of a qualiďŹ ed Machinist. Position comes with a competitive beneďŹ t package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 2502 8 6 - 9 5 0 2 Email: tysonlambert@tmar.com WANTED: Servers, bartenders, barrista’s & cooks @ Telegraph Cove Resorts Ltd. Send resume to Box 1, Telegraph Cove, BC V0N 3J0. Fax: 250-928-3105 or email: tcrltd@island.net. Attn: Taso.
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD COOK NEEDED. Must have “Food Safe� and a positive attitude. Apply to: The French Creek Marine Pub #1-1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. Ask for Richard. SERVERS REQUIRED Must have “Serving it Right�, a positive attitude and must be able to work night shifts & weekends. Apply to: The French Creek Marine Pub, #1-1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.
FULL & P/T SERVERS are required by Bugsy’s Bar & Grill. Minimum 1 year restaurant & “Serving It Right�, experience (with touch screen). Apply at Bugsy’s Bar & Grill. No phone calls accepted. LINE COOKS and Servers required at Arrowsmith Golf Course located in North Qualicum. Experience an asset. Email (no phone calls) to: playpar@golfarrowsmith.com
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Tuesday, April 24, 2012 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News PERSONAL SERVICES
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
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WORK WANTED
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GARAGE SALES
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Manager: We are looking for a dynamic and creative team member with extensive skills to create new markets and opportunities for the sale of new products and services. Check out our website for a full job description and how to apply for this challenging role: http://www.ethoscmg.com/opportunities.html
AVAILABLE P/T in Qualicum Beach, exp’d. Office Administration/Events Coordinator & Planning. Ref’s. 250-594-4194
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CHELSEY’S GARDENING Service. Certified horticulturist. Newly relocated from Victoria. Garden & lawn maint. Regular scheduling or one time visits. No job is too small. Looking forward to meeting you & your garden. 250-586-6172
AFFORDABLE custom Cabinets and Countertops. 250-850-9915
CAT SITTING - NO CAGES. I will care for your much loved cat(s) in my home. They get their own room with a home setting. Min. 7-day or long term stay. Limited space, book ahead! (250)740-5554
PARKSVILLE - St. Columba Church 921 Wembley Rd. Sat Apr 28 (8-1) Variety of items, books, tools, furn. & bake sale.
TRADES, TECHNICAL CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; Cell 780-660-8130. Fax 780-444-7103, john@raidersconcrete.com EXCLUSIVE “THINKBIG” Mechanic Training. GPRC Fairview Campus. $1000. entrance scholarship. Paid practicum with Finning. High school diploma and mechanical aptitude. Write apprenticeship exams. 1-888-999-7882; gprc.ab.ca/Fairview. EXPERIENCED Construction Labourers needed for high walls concrete forming in Nanaimo. Good wages. Resume: majka99@telus.net or fax to 604-864-2796.
RELIABLE, convenient, high quality Bookkeeping Service, specializing in Simply Accounting. References available. To set up a meeting, please call: (250)594-7565 WORK WANTED: Gardening, Housekeeping, Dog Walking, Car Washing, etc. $18/hr, 2 hour min. Small pick up for Yard Waste Removal. Please call 250-248-3248.
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Employment Opportunity for
CHIEF FACILITIES OPERATOR (Permanent Full Time Position) Competition No. 2012-27
The Regional District of Nanaimo has an employment opportunity for a permanent full-time Chief Facilities Operator in the Recreation Services Department in Parksville. Visit our website at www.rdn.bc.ca for a complete job posting and job description.
CARRIERS
Needed in your area.
WES-COAST YARDBIRDS. Lawns, gardens, yard cleanup, hauling. Pressure washing, Irrigation, carpentry. Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444.
for NEWER FRIDGES, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS etc.
MOVING & STORAGE
CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)951-0010.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING
GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER CLEANING by PRO HOME MAINTENANCE Call Reid at 250-947-5714. www.prohomemaintenance.ca
Friendly in home Mac/PC support and lessons. Certified tech, 15 + years experience making technology approachable and easy to understand. All my work is guaranteed. Call
HANDYPERSONS HANDYMAN SERVICE rubbish removal, gutters, painting, weeding, lawn work. $25/hr or estimate for bigger jobs. No job too small. 250-586-3370. SMALL JOB Specialist. Experienced Contractor. At home or business. Small jobs a Specialty. Reasonable rates. Professional workmanship. Refs. Dave: 250-954-7877.
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Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Renovation Specialist, 30 yrs of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB
No HST!
Carpentry and Painting
REAL ESTATE
OUTSIDE TABLE and 6 chairs, with cushions, like new, $70 obo. Call 250-468-9369.
FOR SALE BY OWNER
O.K. THE HANDYMAN. Interior & exterior painting & plastering. Small or big jobs. 250947-5970 POIRIER PAINTING, Residential / Commercial / Vinyl Siding / Driveway Sealing. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, Free Estimates. Call Dan 250-240-3528. WCB
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ACCOUNTING & FINANCE CERTIFICATE in 15 Weeks
CURRENT ROUTES CURRENT ROUTES AVAILABLE: AVAILABLE:
Chesterton, Drew, Gilley Cres, Sandpiper Rte #316 - 122 papers Greenwood, Nicolls, Chesterton, Drew, Gilley Cres, Greenwood, Patrick & Sunrise Nicolls, Patrick & Sunrise
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FUEL/FIREWOOD COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD & Logging. Stock up now! *Clearing. *Downed trees. *Wood Spiting Services Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).
Seasoned Douglas Fir Firewood You pick up or we can deliver 250-248-5887 SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.
GARAGE SALES Art Studio and Home
Routes are temporarily covered. We are looking for permanent carriers for these routes.
Sandpiper
A & M PAINTING. Interior & exterior. Free estimates. Call 250-248-3604.
250-951-0844
looking for a responsible person to deliver in your area! Anyone who is interested in making some extra cash and getting a little exercise at the same time is asked to call The News circulation at 248-4341, ext. 260.
Route #316 - 122 papers
5 years old, like new condition. $7000 (no serious offers will be refused). Call 250-752-1828.
“SPRING CLEANING” SALE
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
• Bookeeping • Simply Accounting • Payroll • Quickbooks
The Parksville/Qualicum Beach News is looking for a responsible person to deliver in your area! call The News circulation at 248-4341, ext. 260.
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FREE DROP OFF: Oil, batteries, scrap metal. We pay $Cash$ for unwanted Cars & Trucks. Call anytime. Norms Towing & Salvage (prev. of Bull Dog Auto) 250-757-8911 or 250-954-7543.
MAKE ROOM FOR SPRING! 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Will remove & recycle your unwanted items responsibly. Call us or book online & save!
GEORGE DO IT”
1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251
A STROKE ABOVE Painting. Commercial & Residential. Interior/Exterior. WCB, liability insurance. All jobs warranted. See what we can do! Dave 250-248-0335, 250-240-2310.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
FOR ALL your drywall and painting needs, reno’s and repairs.Specializing in re-textured ceilings, spray paint. Call a pro, no job too small. Phil 250-954-1859.
FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
Stand Up Tanning Booth, VHR Series
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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Sales & Service.
CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-9815991. DIY STEEL Building deals! Many sizes and models. Make an offer on clearance buildings today and save thousands of dollars. Free brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170. ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES quit smoking or continue to smoke w/no harmful tars or chemicals. Intro pkg avail. now Call 250-951-9602 Low cost SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
FREE ITEMS
PHONE ANY day. We will Haul Away. Call anytime at 250-468-5733.
Scott @ 250-821-1994.
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
PAINTING
PRESSURE WASHING. Oceanside House and Home. Pete (250)927-2641.
HAULING AND SALVAGE
Call The News at 248-4341 ext. 260
Chartwest, Miraloma, Norwood, Tribune, Windward, Woodcrest, Woodridge & Woodside
WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE $$ CASH PAID $$
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LEGAL SERVICES
BUYDENS COMPUTERS From Nanoose to Deep Bay. Call Kevin 250-240-7372
HELP WANTED
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
SPRING IS around the corner. Pesky Weeds? No time? Call Leslie at (250)752-8806.
COMPUTER SERVICES
SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.
LANDSCAPING
M O N E Y P R OV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.
NEED HELP with QuickBooks? Quick Help Bookkeeping Services. Please call Dudley at 250-468-5646.
LOOKING FOR an automotive paint technician to work F/T in the Comox Valley, that works well with others and is able to maintain and clean their own work space. Must have experience in automotive prep, priming, masking, spraying and polishing car bodies. Must own tools required to perform job. Waterborne experience an asset but not necessary. Reply with resume to Drawer 4494 c/o Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave, Courtenay, BC, V9N 2Z7.
HELP WANTED
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. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com
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Original Artwork, Furniture, Frames, and misc items. Saturday April 28th, 9:00-3:00 “The Studio in Qualicum Bay” 5320 West Island Hwy
CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call 310.3535
5 ACRES in Qualicum, close to path to shopping. House 3000 sqft, 4 bath. Shop 30x40x16 ceiling, 220 wiring, 2 12ft doors, pool 23x40. Small barn, security gate, city water. $875,000. Call (250)752-1693. PARKSVILLE, 1 acre, walking distance to Wembley Mall. 1363 sq ft split level home w/2 bdrms, 1-1/2 bath, partially finished basement. 24 x 32 ft shop w/carport & covered RV storage. Lrg garden. Mature fruit & nut trees. $449,900. Call 250-947-5432 QUALICUM WOODSRomantic Rancher, vaulted ceiling, on crawl space, 1740sq ft, jacuzzi, fenced & many fruit trees. $379,000. Call (250)752-2104. fred@dowe.ca
HOMES WANTED
WE BUY HOUSES Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!
Call: 1-250-616-9053 www.webuyhomesbc.com
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO QUALICUM 1 BDRM apartment, $470. NS/NP. Please phone 250-248-4656.
Want to Eat & Live Well? Watch this spot for upcoming Listings for locally grown & made products. To advertise your products affordable please contact:
250.248.2545, local 213 Sandi Wells sandiwells@bcclassified.com 250.248.2545, local 225 Pauline Stead office@pqbnews.com
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PARKSVILLE - SPACIOUS 2 bdrm, security camera & parking incl’d. D/W, W/D optional. Large balcony, near beach, downtown & transit. Family oriented, $775-$825. Please call 250-248-8592.
ERRINGTON- 2 BDRM, 2 bath, $1000/mo inclds full statelite, 6 appls, Pets ok. Refs req’d. (250)228-2055.
2 BDRM lrg newly reno’d near Wembley 250-951-3530
WANT A Vehicle but stressed about your credit? Christmas in April, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888593-6095.
APARTMENTS FURNISHED FURNISHED ONE and two bedroom units available. Pet Friendly! All utilities Included. Phone 250-248-6532.
2 BD apt. in Parksville, includes heat $825/mo
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES COUNTRY SETTING North Qualicum. Upper Duplex, 1 bdrm, FS, References NS, No dogs. Avail. May 1st, $675/mo. 250-594-5950. QUALICUM- GREAT ocean view, bright, spacious, clean quiet upper duplex, 2 bdrms+ den. Pellet stove, 4 appls. $875. NS/NP. 250-752-0101.
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Boxing club packs a big punch After two years in business, Genesis Boxing and Fitness owner Rick Rae says his goal of making a difference is only just beginning STEVEN HEYWOOD editor@pqbnews.com
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Skinner wins Hammerfest XC Errington race draws 57 riders; next up in the famous Hammerfest Downhill JAMES CLARKE sports@pqbnews.com
Fifty-seven riders from as far away as Vancouver, ranging in age from 9-66, took to the trails in deep Errington Sunday for the first instalment of the 19th annual Hammerfest mountain bike race series. Sunday was the cross country (or XC as its known) installment — the two-race series wraps up June 3 with the legendary Hammerfest Downhill. Played out under ideal conditions, Sunday’s race was also the fifth stop of the eight-race Island Cup XC series. “It’s always a favorite of a
lot of the racers,” said longtime Island Cup co-ordinator and race administrator Colin Wilson from Cumberland prior to the start. “It’s old school,” he said, “a lot of nice technical, some nice views at the top, and it makes you work for it.” The host Arrowsmith Mountain Bike Club, he confirmed, “are by far one of the longest standing hosts for racing on the Island, even before the Island Cup series got going.” The cup, he said, started up around 10 years ago. “It’s great,” he said, “we actually have more races on Vancouver Island almost then there are in the rest of
the province.” Keep in mind many of this country’s top riders have taken on Hammerfest — names like Victoria’s Ryder Hesjedal who finished seventh two years ago at the Tour de France, Steve Smith from Nanaimo, currently racing the World Cup downhill circuit, World Cup XC competitor for over a decade, Geoff Kabush from Courtenay, XC World Cupper Max Plaxton from Victoria, and of course closer to home, Nanoose downhiller Remi Gauvin who is currently racing semipro and competing in World Cup DH events. And because the Island
Cup series has an early start Wilson pointed out, “we get a lot of great riders. We’ve had Catharine Pendrel who just won the World Cup XC race in Germany. I mean all these guys got their start on the Island.” Back in the saddle for his first Hammerfest XC for his first time in over a decade was Mike Laxdil, 31. He made the trip up to Errington with his dad from their home in Crofton for the inaugural Hammerfest XC back in 1994. “I remember I was so excited on the way up, but they didn’t let me race — I was a bit too young (12ish).” See PEOPLE, page A35
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Each and every day, Rick Rae offers his clients a challenge. It’s the same challenge he issues to the community as well. It’s a challenge to improve, to do better. For Rae, much of the motivation to live up to that basic challenge comes through his lifelong passion for boxing and the skills it has taught him. “It teaches you to be aware of your surroundings, it teaches you skills and fosters dedication and discipline and follow through,” said the owner of Parksville’s Genesis Boxing and Fitness, which celebrated two years in business over the weekend. These aspects of the sport got him through tough times as a kid and again as an adult. When things really changed around him, there was always boxing. Drawing upon the strengths of discipline and determination, Rae took a leap and opened the boxing club. He realized, too, that it had to be about more than just the sport. Rae, and what he has called his extended family at the club, have reached out to the community as well. The club, off of Stanford Avenue, has become a collection point for donations to the local MS branch, the SPCA and local food bank. They are causes Rae strongly believes in — and his dedication to them mirrors his dedication to his dream — to see the club be an integral part of the community’s sporting life. To that end, Genesis isn’t just a boxing club. The addition of Scarlett Luke adds stretching, stepping and cardio classes, to name a few. It’s an expansion of what Rae calls, a family. See BOXING, page A36
Buckles awarded at Coombs Western Weekend JAMES CLARKE sports@pqbnews.com
The Coombs Rodeo Grounds was pressed into service for the first time this spring Saturday and Sunday, as riders and horses from up and down the Island turned out for Western Weekend. “It went really really good; we had 34 riders,” event co-organizer and competitor Hugh Phye said Sunday. The Penning and Sorting divisions all had cash prizes up for grabs, and the winner of the Ranch Horse Obstacle
Course rode off with a belt buckle Hugh and his son Jared were the big winners on the weekend — the two teamed up to take first and third in Jackpot Penning and second and third in Jackpot Sorting. Jared and Hugh also finished tied for first in the obstacle course. The weekend, made possible in large part thanks to the support of Buckerfields, marked the fifth Western Weekend — it was held four years running until organizers took last year off
— which featured riders ranging in age from 20 to 60 something, and when the dust had settled, “we came home just elated — it was such a great weekend,” an elated Tammy Phye said Sunday night after the dust had settled, adding the weather “was awesome, and the best turnout ever; best turnout for people coming and watching, best turnout for riders, lots of new faces, almost everybody went to the dance Saturday night ... it was fantastic.” See WESTERN, page A38
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“I was crushed, but I came back the next year, and every year after that until ‘99 when I moved to Vancouver.” Laxdil was all smiles on the course and finished tenth in the 21-rider field of Expert Men. The Expert Men and Expert Women divisions did three laps of the 8k course; Intermediate Men and Women did two laps, and the Beginners one lap. The juniors did their own, shorter “less climbing” lap. Thomas Skinner, 30, from Victoria, won the Expert Men with the fastest time of the day, a 1:34.07. Andrew Speed from Errington carved out an eighth in the Expert Men; Nanoose Bay’s Garth Loughhead was third in the field of 19 Intermediate Men, and Errington’s Laurie Kalf was fourth among Expert Women. Oceanside’s Theo Faust-Robinson, 13, and Ben Curet, 14, finished one-two in the Beginner Men. Sophie Denton-Kadlubowski, 13, from Qualicum Beach, was the first Jr. Female, and Parksville’s Riley Pinter was first in Jr Men. Guy Gauvin, (aka Remi’s dad) earned the badge of honour as the oldest rider to complete the course that day. Also earning props for his efforts out there was Nicholas Knight, 9, who finished second and 30 seconds back of first in the Jr. Men. Former Canada Cup XC standout Carter Hovey of Victoria was back in the saddle and came in second in the Expert Class with a time of 1:37.56.
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Boxing club family has a lot of potential, says Rae CONTINUED FROM PAGE A34
“We are becoming a broadscope family,” he explained, saying the members get involved as they are able in the activities of the club. He takes time in his classes of boxers — young and old — to find out how they are doing outside of the gym. “We want people who want to be here,” he said. “We’re a club, not a gym. There are no contracts. It’s a commitment, so we want people who want to be here.” That, too, is a challenge he issues to his family members. Genesis started as a dream for Rae. As he returned to the sport he loved, he found that the workouts and training involved has changed, grown, and were still helping people reach their goals — in fitness, self-defence and even in their confidence levels. So, when he took the leap and opened the club, he put a lot of himself, his background and what he remembered from his training days into the facility. “I can only hope that others share the same passion and benefits of what I came to realize was a great workout, a great
I rolled the dice and hoped there were enough people who shared my passion. RICK RAE
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stress-reliever.” To that end, Rae has tailored his club to meet the needs of folks who share at least a little of the same passion. After all, people don’t need to be hit at Genesis when they are in the ring doing a boxing workout. Tearing down those stereotypes is a challenge for Rae as well. He said there’s
more to boxing and the training one can take, than just punching and being punched. In fact, he said many of his clients are just there for the workout involved. It hones the body as well as the mind, he said. Above all, the sport inspires discipline and respect — a couple of the many reasons why Rae
and his club work so closely with children, including many who are on the cusp of perhaps taking the wrong path. “I am working with young men and women, many who are dealing with their own challenges. They are coming to the gym for a different form of recovery, a way to deal with life’s stresses.” Rae added the workouts he provides offer an outlet and even a way to grow as a person. “I’ve seen the quiet kids, the shy ones who might need some self-confidence. And to watch the transformation here is rewarding. To me, boxing teaches life skills.” Even simple perseverance. If someone can make it through a workout in the gym, challenges outside the club can be easier — and the person more prepared for them. “Even I was challenged,” he added. “It was when I first wanted to open the business. I rolled the dice and hoped there were
enough people who shared my passion.” Rae has found that to be the case. He has opened his club up to various sports teams — from minor squads to the local junior hockey players. Recently, he also welcomed well-known boxing trainer Richard LeStage into the fold. LeStage will be using the Genesis facility in the future to work out his stable of fighters. Genesis has become a kind of second home for Rae — in fact his own son Richard offers nutrition advice and adds his fitness expertise. Rae’s family is heavily involved in the club and have helped create an even larger family. Check out the photos at genesisboxingandfitness.com for proof. Or drop by the club at 425 Stanford Ave. East in Parksville. “This is my family here,” said Rae of the club and its members, “other than my time with my kids.” After two years, Rae is happy with his family’s growth, and sees big things in the future at Genesis. “It’s about life skills and its about the people,” he said. “And that’s the end of the story.”
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Soccer development on the rise CONTINUED FROM PAGE A36
“It was hectic, but it’s all good,” Oceanside Youth SOccer (OYS) president Dave Reynolds said after, explaining that because OYS extends its registration for as long as possible to give everyone a chance to register, many of the players don’t know what team they’re on until opening day. As for the big picture, Reynolds said this year’s Pony league (for boys and girls ranging in age from U6-U10), numbers around 220 kids on some 25 teams, “and that’s up about 10 per cent from last year.”
The kids play down at the community park every Saturday through to mid-June, with their season culminating with a wrap up tournament. Panago Pizza has stepped up again this season as the big sponsor, providing all the jerseys and free soccer balls for the kids. Longtime OYS volunteer Mike Cochrane and soccer dad Steve Austin put in an eight hour shift marking the fields on Friday. NEW THIS YEAR for the Po-
ny-aged players is a great development program for Pony aged players under the tutelage of local longtime player and UVic standout Ali Bach. The clinics are being held at Arrowwiew Elementary starting this Wednesday from 4-7:30 p.m. Cost is $30 per player for six sessions. In other news, the Vancouver Island Premier League tryouts are coming up within the next couple weeks. Stay tuned. — THE NEWS
Junior golf clinic QUALICUM BEACH — Pheasant Glen Golf Resort and the BC Golf Association will be hosting a free golf clinic for junior girls this Saturday (April 28) from 11 a.m. to noon. Call the Brent Morrison Golf Academy at 250752-8786 for information. — NEWS Staff
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Christine Gawthorn from Aldergrove helped her team finish first in Draw Team Penning on Saturday.
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“It’s just a fun horse related cattle-working weekend,” she said when asked why they do it. Tammy and Hugh, who have run a hobby farm in Coombs for years, are event co-organizers along with Kelsey Noble and Debra Contreas, and cattle supplier Brian Whitta from Nanoose Bay. See a results list online at pqbnews.com.
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Royanne Powell, representing Dirty Laundry Vineyard, pours some wine for Gary Railer and April Steel of Qualicum Beach during the Rotary Club of Qualicum Beach’s annual Wine Festival Saturday night.
Just in time to serve wine: Festival a success
Couple tapping into Beaujolais, France for wine varietal BRENDA GOUGH
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It’s not too often you get to meet the people who grow grapes in a region of France that local lore states was the site of the first vineyards planted in Beaujolais by the Romans. Fred and Helen Lockwood don’t come from a long line of grape growers. Fred grew up on a farm in Ontario and spent a lot of time in Qualicum Beach where his grandparents lived. Fred said when they decided to retire and buy a vineyard in the Beaujolais wine region of France they hit the jackpot. “Our property turned out to have very good grapes. We didn’t know that when we bought it.
Fred said due to his connections to B.C. his wine is sold here and this is the first time they have been free to come to the festival. Fred’s family has a home in Qualicum Beach and his brother still lives here. Fred said he grew up in a farm in Ontario but back in those days they didn’t grow grapes. Despite that he said he has learned how to grow grapes. The wine consistently receives high ratings. “I knew I could grow things because I grew up on a farm and we have had a lot of help. Our sons help … it’s a family business.” Their single vinyard has eight hectares of beautiful grapes
Fred and Helen Lockwood were visiting from their beautiful vineyard in Beaujolais, France
We are lucky,” he admitted. Their grapes produce their acclaimed Gamay Régnié which they were sampling at the Rotary Wine Festival on April 21 at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre.
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EYELENS AWARDS
Biglow wins top prize for video game creation BRENDA GOUGH
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And the winner is ... Liam Biglow of Qualicum Beach. The young local multi media wizard received a prestigious award at the 17th Annual EyeLens Film, Video and Animation Festival April 21 in Victoria. He was nominated along with Nikk Beach and the School District 69 students received many accolades for their submissions. The pair attended the Gulf Islands Film and Television School (GIFT), a unique rural film camp on Galiano Island, offering media intensives with a focus on developing new filmmakers. The school, founded in1995, has had amazing success with its students’ films and videos at national and international festivals and is now Canada’s most award winning film school. Biglow, who is in Grade 9 at Kwalikum Secondary School, was nominated in the game design category for creating a video game called Legends of Gemish and won top prize for his work. He said while he was making the game the word Gemish came to mind when he thought of the dark ages and that is how he came up with the name. He said the game is not 100 per cent done, as he needs to work on it in a more advanced computer platform. “I have tried to finish it many times, but I can’t edit it on my computer and I have not thought of an ending yet.” He said the game starts off with a hap-
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Qualicum Beach student Liam Biglow picked up an award April 21 in Victoria for his outstanding multi media work.
py safe world, “then one day you learn that you are actually the son of a conspiracy theory guy going against the realm of the world you live in.” Biglow said he will be going back to GIFT this summer where he will take an advanced 3D film/video game course. For winning the game design award, Biglow received a $500 scholarship. He said he would love a career as a game designer or anything to do with multi media.
Jonathan Piteux, one of the mentors at the film school admitted earlier that Biglow definitely had a chance of winning and his prediction was accurate. “I played the game. It was good … and there are not that many nominations for games this year and his stood out,” he said. He added Biglow worked hard and deserved to win. “It’s really a tall order to make a game in a week … he put in a ton of work.”
Piteux couldn’t say enough about the talents of Beach when it comes to film making. Beach, who attends Ballenas Secondary School, was nominated in the category of presentation of an issue for his film Lifeless, unfortunately his work didn’t win but Piteux predicts whatever Beach puts his mind to, he will succeed at. Beach came to the school for the first time last year and Piteux admitted Beach, who just turned 17 on April 17, has a huge personality and he was a student who really stood out. “He is a natural filmmaker. He is right into photography. He has an eye for cinematography and a lot of talent for his age. He will do well at anything he wants to go into,” agreed Piteux. This year’s festival and award ceremony was held in Victoria for the first time ever after a 16 year run in Vancouver. Besides showcasing the top talent of B.C.’s emerging filmmakers, the event also featured a key-note presentation by award winning filmmaker Bart Simpson, crowd favourite at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival. There were 140 videos entered, all of which were produced at (GIFTS) during 2011. The EyeLens nominees are up-andcoming media artists who braved the rigours of their courses and produced stunning work in a short period of time. For many of the students, it’s their first production and Piteux said they are people to watch out for.
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Their beauty is supreme and not surprisingly rhododendrons are among the most popular shrubs that people grow where conditions are suitable. The Mount Arrowsmith Rhododendron Society (MARS) held it’s annual show and sale on Saturday, April 21 at the Parksville Curling Rink and despite our cool spring, there were plenty of pretty flowers on display to admire. MARS is a chapter of the American Rhododendron Society, an international organization of rhododendron enthusiasts. The society provides members with an op-
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Al Bieberstein, a volunteer with the Mount Arrowsmith Rhododendron Society (MARS), has over 200 of the plants in his garden. This year at the show he won best in show for the small leaf category.
portunity to learn about rhododendrons and companion plants and it allows members to socialize with other gardeners and meet new people with similar interests. The show on Saturday provided a sea of colour and some specimens of the flowers that would make any green thumb even greener with envy. Al Bieberstein, a volunteer with MARS, won best in show in the small leaf early bloomer category. Bieberstein admitted he has more than 200 rhodos in his garden and it was easy to see the pale pink bloom he entered was the result of a labour of love. There are over
Beach Flicks wraps up with The Guard QUALICUM BEACH — Season two of Beach Flicks wraps up with a bang and a showing of The Guard on Friday, April 27 in Qualicum Beach. From all the reviews it’s a real crowd pleaser and was a huge hit at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival.
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Philip leads eclectic show at Errington Hall April 27 BRENDA GOUGH
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Rootsy singersongwriter and multiinstrumentalist Shane Philip brings his didgeridoo and more to the Errington Hall Friday, April 27. He will be performing at the event with special guest Galen Mongeau on drums. The concert will also include an opening act by Parksville duo Lemon Tree, and dance performers Taiya Curle, Jamie Black and Friends. Philip, has been nominated for three Vancouver Island Music Awards — Best Live Act, Album of the Year and Artist of the Year. Philip is known for his dynamic didgeri-
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Shane Philip performs at the Errington Hall April 27.
doo-infused music. Swelling in primordial pulses and wholloping whoops, the tacit tones of Philip’s didgeridoo hold the power to still listeners into silence or encourage audiences to rise up in a tribal swell of intoxicating spirit. He is a one-man
show weaving sounds that inspire audiences anywhere he goes. Lemon Tree Sisters Chloe and Sydney Elston from Parksville have been performing at local venues for the past two years. Sydney gets the inspiration for her songs from the beauty of
nature of Vancouver Island, and Chloe puts those words to music. The two pair their love of music to create an acoustic sound that will move their listeners from heartfelt emotion to dancing and singing along to the latest country and pop music. Taiya Curle, who started her belly dance career in Parksville in 1991, has been traveling internationally teaching workshops and performing since 1999. She recently returned from performing in New York, Thailand and India. A true Gypsy woman, she brings many styles of dance into a fusion of her own.
Jamie Black is a community-minded performer who engages and encourages community members to be a part of the show. She has been teaching Latin dance for over 10 years, and is now branching out
into other shows such as Vaudeville, and choreographed fusion dance pieces for local performers. Doors for the show April 27 open at 7 with the music starting at 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $20
at Cranky Dog Music in Parksville, the Errington Store and House of Indigo in Nanaimo. Tickets will be $23 at the door, for kids aged 12 and under its half price, age five and under free.
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Choir to honour First Nations BRENDA GOUGH
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The Island Consort Choir is presenting a unique performance in Parksville on Saturday, April 28, that blends early music with homage to First Nations. Under the direction of Bruce Farquharson the Island Consort will be performing a program entitled Of Water and the Cosmos which is basically a classical choral program that includes sacred early music, songs concerning water and a tribute to First Nations. Farquharson has juxtaposed a first half of classical, mainly sacred works with a second half of songs that explore the mystique of water; and throughout are elements of the Cosmos. He said we, on Vancouver Island, live with the ocean waters and the rain in our blood and the second set which includes traditional First Nations songs is a first for the choir and he
thinks it will be well received. “It is a real neat program. The Inuit piece in the finale has a string accompaniment and it is really mesmerizing. “It really captures the vastness of space in the Arctic,” he said. The first half includes Pachelbel’s Magnificat, Monteverdi’s Beatus Vir, Adagio attributed to Albinoni, Kyrie from Rheinberger’s Mass in E Flat and Locus Iste by Paul Mealor who wrote for the recent royal wedding. The second half includes a set of four songs of First Nations attribute, all by Canadian composers; Salish Song, Earth Teach Me, Nootka Paddle Song and The Great Sea. Four of the works are accompanied by organist Peter Orme and by players from the Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra. Farquharson, who is the former musical director of A Cappella Plus, said although they are an a cappella group it will
be interesting to have some of the works accompanied by strings. The choir is based out of Nanaimo but includes some local talent, including Skye and Randy Donald of Errington. Skye is the music director at St. Stephen’s Church in Qualicum Beach and the soprano singer said although they have had only one rehearsal with the orchestra she is confident it will all come together. “The second set is a departure from what we usually do but it is cool and it adds some Canadian content to our program,” she agreed. The excellent 20-voice choir will entertain with energy, musicality and some absolutely sublime moments on April 28 at 7:30 p.m. at St Edmund’s Anglican Church in Parksville and on April 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Brechin United Church in Nanaimo. Admission is $15 at the door.
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