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Warren woes Residents want city to consider a rabbit cull AUREN RUVINSKY wrtier@pqbnews.com
After establishing an admittedly largely symbolic bylaw against feeding deer in March, Parksville city council is now wondering what to do with an abundance of rabbits. The discussion was sparked by a petition received from Jack and Doreen Moore with 51 names asking that “laws be implemented to deal with this problem and the city cull them.” The petition is specifically about the large population in the area of Foxtail and Ironwood avenues and Strawberry Crescent in the southwest corner of the city off Hirst Avenue, but council agreed they are common in many areas. The petition points out the bylaw officer is unable THE TARGET to do anything. Mayor Chris Burger said the issue is complicated by the fact that most of the problem is on private property, plus there could be a protected species of rabbit in the area. He said he does hear complaints, the biggest concern being digging up yards and trails and fears of a real population explosion. There have been aggressive measures to deal with feral rabbit populations in some B.C. cities, most notably a mass removal from the University of Victoria and a cull in Kelowna. Councillor Marc Lefebvre proposed a motion to do something about the large population, which was broadened into asking staff to report back on various options.
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Bear sightings prompt warning Fifteen reports of bears in Qualicum Beach force town to issue public plea QUALICUM BEACH — A series of bear sightings and other activity in the Laburnum-Jones roads area and around the Qualicum Beach airport, have prompted the town to ask residents to be bear aware. There have been 15 reports of bear activity in the town since April 1, many of which involve bears getting into household garbage and going
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STARTING POINT Beach landing review Transport Canada is looking into why a plane landed on the beach near Yambury Road in Qualicum Beach May 26, to ensure that the FILE PHOTO Canadian Aviation Regulations A small plane landed on the were met. Aviation inspectors would beach May 26 - twice. have a conversation with the pilot involved to discuss the elements of the incident and to ensure the pilot is considering the safety of passengers and people on the ground. — NEWS Staff
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For Louise Leslie, the Parksville Scooter Rodeo on Wednesday was her chance to repeat as local rodeo champ. Leslie and close to a dozen other scooter owners gathered at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre June 20 for the event — a joint effort between the RCMP, ICBC, Life Support and Medi-Chair to teach drivers the rules of the road in a fun atmosphere. Drivers were able to navigate cones and routes drawn out in the parking lot, while volunteers and Cst. Jesse Foreman offered tips on how they could maneuver their rides better. For a video report from the scooter rodeo, visit pqbnews.com.
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Nanaimo-Alberni MP James Lunney this week expanded on his concerns about announced cuts to Coast Guard facilities on the B.C. West Coast. In particular, Lunney expressed concern about the amalgamation of Marine Communications and Traffic Services (MCTS). “Currently, MCTS Tofino monitors all traffic approaching the coast and exiting the Strait of Juan de Fuca, both American and Canadian,” Lunney said this week. “This is one of the busiest marine traffic lanes in North America. The MCTS proposal would leave just two centres monitoring 27,000 kilometres of B.C. coast from Sidney on Vancouver Island and Prince Rupert on the North Coast.” By contrast, he continued, Atlantic Canada would retain five such centres to cover 11,400 kilometres of coastline. He said the amalgamation of services could lead to a lack of redundancy when it is needed. “Minor quakes happen regularly and geologists tell us a major one is a certainty. In 2004, Seattle monitoring
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shut down after such a quake and traffic was monitored by Canadian facilities. However, he said, it could just as easily have been Sidney that shut down. “In my view, Prince Rupert is too remote and too vulnerable to its own challenges to serve as the sole backup for Sidney, even with upgrades,” Lunney said. In addition, he said weather reports from MCTS Tofino and Comox are part of the lighthouse weather circuit that reports seven times every day to Environment Canada, reports that local mariners and aviators rely on every day.
He noted as well that he has deep concerns about the impending closure of the Coast Guard station in Kitsilano in Vancouver, stressing his doubt that the station in Richmond can provide adequate coverage for English Bay — one of the busiest waterways on the coast, along with Richmond and the airport. “Experience with hovercraft in coastal B.C. would tell us they are extremely well suited to the mud flats and shallow water off Sea Island, serving the airport vicinity,” he said. “However, experience to date would indicate such
craft are high maintenance, meaning much of the year only one of two craft is likely to be available. “It’s not reasonable to expect hovercraft to be able to cover the highly-utilized English Bay area in addition to its Richmond and airport mandate.” Lunney said he has met with authorities in Ottawa to express his concerns, noting he is far from alone in his concern. “I trust the public uproar has underscored my concerns and I remain hopeful that a more promising solution can be embraced for coastal B.C.,” he said.
Editor is away eating dirt in the prairies PARKSVILLE — PARKSVILLE QUALICUM BEACH NEWS editor Steven Heywood is on leave as of today, and will be out of the office until July 29. Heywood will be in the prairies for a month-long training phase with the Canadian Forces Reserves. He is a member of the Canadian Scottish Regiment, an infantry reserve unit, based in Comox, Nanaimo and Victoria. “I look forward to getting my recom-
mended daily dietary dose of soil,” said Heywood, who has been trying to get fit enough to keep up with 20-somethings this summer. If he survives, then he was successful in his preparations. Stepping in for Heywood is assistant editor Neil Horner, who promises a softer-gentler regime. Of course, it’s only a month. How much trouble can he cause? — NEWS Staff
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Mark McGorman didn’t fall for council almost begging for praise, but he did give the city a solid ďŹ nancial audit report. He was giving the annual report to council on behalf of McGorman MacLean Chartered Accountants and pointed out it wasn’t a value for money audit. Mayor Chris Burger joked about not asking for a letter grade after McGorman told them last time he doesn’t give anything higher than a C. “But in general your municipality is solid,â€? he did say, pointing out the amount of spending is tied to a community’s need and since this is a fairly new community the infrastructure doesn’t need as much repair. He said they do compare somewhat and Parksville’s â€œďŹ nances are right in line with other municipalities of the same size.â€? The city’s total accumulated surplus at the end of 2011 was $161.8 million, including $149.6 million in tangible capital assets like funds for infrastructure and waterworks. That left the city with net ďŹ nancial assets of $12.2 million at the end of the year, up just over half a million from the previous year.
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Tips to reduce the risk Residents and visitors can minimize human-bear conflicts by following these bear smart tips: • Refrain from installing bird feeders in yards and on porches. • Keep garbage stored in a bear proof facility. • Do not place garbage or food waste curbside until the morning of pick up. • Keep fruit trees well tended: pick ripe fruit and remove fallen fruit from the ground. • Feed pets inside and store their food inside. To report a bear encounter where public safety is at risk call the Conservation Officer Service at 1-877-952-7277. Note that reporting bear activity does not necessarily mean a Conservation Officer will attend the call or that a call will result in the death of an animal. Reports help Conservation Officers determine the risk to public safety. In addition, staff will be posting signage at local trail heads and parks where bear
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hris Burger calls me crazy. Teunis Westbroek asks me about it, and secretly, I think he wonders if I’m off my nut as well. Friends cock their heads to the side and wonder why — why did I join the Canadian Forces as an infantry reservist? I am, apparently, a quiet, retiring soul who doesn’t appear to be all that aggressive. That, and I’m old, darnit. Playing army is supposed to be a young person’s game. But, since I’m a newspaper editor and basketball referee, I’m used to being yelled at, so why not join the army? Most people I know, however, just think I’m crazy to run around and roll in the mud, trying to keep up with 20-somethings and enduring minus 40-degree Celsius temperatures while sleeping in a tent with no floor. Those are just some of the things I’ve done as a reservist with the Canadian Scottish Regiment on Vancouver Island (they celebrate their 100th anniversary this fall, by the way). It’s certainly the challenge I was hoping for when I joined up — and boy, is it fun. And you don’t have to be a right-wing, gun-toting, aggro-spouting macho-type to be in the Forces. You just have to want to serve. Believe me, my unit has all types, and they don’t all vote Conservative. I’m off on another month’s training as of this weekend. This time, I’ll be learning the nuts and bolts of an infanteer and when I’m done, I’ll be a full-fledged private. Nope, not the boss. Just a cog. And that suits me just fine. I certainly never pegged myself as crazy. I’ve just always wanted to serve the country in some way — and this is a small way of doing that, while still enjoying a civilian career. It also goes to show that a body can try new things and succeed — and that making big changes isn’t just a young person’s domain. I strongly believe you’re never too old to face a challenge or learn something new. What you choose in that regard should be just as rewarding. Just like the challenge ahead for assistant editor Neil Horner, who will fill in for me when I’m gone. Watch out for him, he’s meaner than I am. — editorial by Steven Heywood
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Letters CANINE CITIZENS With respect to the recent talk of banning dogs from the beaches and from the local farmer’s market I just had to share my story. Three years ago I brought home a very timid little Great Dane. Through multiple visits in town and to the off leash areas he has become a conďŹ dent, calm, well behaved addition to our family. I often brag to people about how welcoming the communities of Parksville and Qualicum Beach were when he was learning to socialize. Allowing dogs more access to social events gives responsible dog owners the chance to educate their dogs on proper behaviour skills, not unlike children. Keeping dogs conďŹ ned or always leashed actually can create a more fearful or aggressive dog. I hope our communities will continue to welcome our four legged friends to local events and thereby providing the opportunity for the dogs to become good canine citizens. KAREN BACON Errington
ONLY ONE MAYOR Two mayors in the Town Of Qualicum Beach? Not likely, but Councillor Dave Willie seems to think that this is what we voted for last November. And ever since he’s been diligently working to eliminate the other one, ably supported by his gang of reformers both inside and outside the council chambers. As point man for this crowd, he is success-
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fully demonstrating the mean and spiteful attitude that comes with extreme points of view and lack of concern for those who disagree. As an elected ofďŹ cial — not mayor — of the town he is required to be part of a team whose sole objective is to give the town good governance and maintain those qualities of life features that have been embraced by the majority in the OCP and Quality of Life surveys. If he can’t do this without the continual sniping at the mayor then he should do the honourable thing and step down in favour of a more suitable volunteer. The same applies to anyone else in council who supports this juvenile and offensive behaviour. FRANK HORNER Qualicum Beach
WANTED: BACKBONE On picking up my newspapers this morning one headline spoke to me. Mr. Lunney, our Conservative MP, has publicly blamed the Ottawa bureaucrats for the closure of the Kitsilano Coast Guard station along with a number of others. How is this possible? Who calls the shots in Ottawa? Do the bureaucrats tell our elected representatives what will and what will not happen in “ourâ€? country. The next we will hear from Mr. Lunney is that it was the bureaucrats that made the decision to buy 65 new jet attack ďŹ ghter aircraft which we can not afford. What will be next? We have yet to see Mr. Lunney stand up against some of these legislations; espe-
cially when they are so blatantly obviously wrong. Can we not expect some backbone in our representatives? Apparently not! LES CRIMP Nanoose Bay
FELL HAD IT RIGHT Congratulations PQB NEWS for courage in reporting Area F RDN director Julian Fell’s blaming of the RDN staff’s “social theoryâ€? for “sacriďŹ cing the youth and future employment of the area.â€? In a region where the average income is but $18,000 the RDN staff, with their Marie Antoinette attitude, have misused the Widow’s Mite to fund visions of a gentriďŹ ed RDN bringing in huge tax dollars from mansion owners, to bolster their over-inated egos and grossly overpaid jobs. Not only will extant Oceanside residents pay hugely for the disastrous aquifer recharge plan to supply these monstrosities the community fallout will be immense. RDN staff are furious with Fell because the tail is used to wagging the dog, and he is confronting them! Rural directors are outnumbered seven to 10 by Nanaimo, Lantzville, Parksville and Qualicum Beach. A Victoria bureaucratic clause inserted into the Municipalities Act guarantees that when the RDN tables a motion affecting only rural issues and city directors abstain, their non-vote is counted as “Yesâ€? to the RDN staff’s motion, automatically outvoting the RDN rural directors, thus making a mockery of democracy! ENIDMARY SANGSTER-KELLY Errington See LETTERS, page A12
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Yes, because everyone else is doing it and it is good for the environment VERA DOVER Parksville
No, because they are much easier to carry around. They have handles and paper bags don’t. GRACIE O’CONNELL Parksville
Yes, because they are not being properly recycled and end up in the ocean. TERESA MACKENZIE Qualicum Beach
I promote being a good steward of the environment, but I feel it is going too far when municipalities interfere with small business. SAMANTHA BAU Parksville
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I am a student at Ballenas Secondary, and I run on the school’s track team as well as the Oceanside Track and Field team. I can tell you that the track is most definitely not a more than adequate running surface. After eight years, I am now wellconditioned to running on the uneven surface of potholes, divots, rocks and weeds but that does not make it a prime facility. To call it a cinder track would be an extreme exaggeration; there is not one single section of that oval that is not damaged by rocks and weeds. The cement curb, long jump pits, throwing cages and high jump pad were all built from grant money, volunteer labour and fundraising from the Oceanside Track and Field Club. There was minimal to no financial support from Ballenas. It does not surprise me that our track is at the bottom of the list to be repaired. There is a lack of interest from teachers to get directly involved in track. I am not saying that the track team is more important than the football or soccer teams, or that the tennis courts are not in dire condition. Oceanside Track Field Club has won the award for the highest amount of points brought in by one club on Vancouver Island, and we have the worst facility of any club, it’s so bad we can’t even host a meet, never mind hosting BC Summer Games or any other large events that would benefit the entire community. Certainly the track does the job for the Elementary School Track Meet every year, however, they would also benefit from a better facility as we are all making do. I don’t believe anyone ever said we needed a $2.5 million dollar track, simply refinishing it with real cinder would be a great start and improvement. TAYLOR CHESTNUT Parksville
HEALTH IS AT RISK The issue brought for the first reading in the House Commons (Bill C-31) an amendment to Immigration policy on health care delivery is truly deceiving the Canadian public by portraying immigrants as abusing our health care system. This is most certainly not the case. In an effort to save on health care spending the federal government sees fit to stop funding to new immigrants to Canada to the point of even disallowing claims for basic health care cov-
erage. I am a Registered Nurse (BSN, MSNc) and feel gravely concerned that these dangerous changes will threaten the lives and well-being of people who have already experienced trauma and hardship before they arrived in Canada. Nurses as well as physicians have united across Canada to express their concerns over this recent legislation and I for one feel that it’s racist and not representative of what we value as Canadians. On Monday June 18, health care providers united across Canada in protest against the poor policy-making decision by our Conservative government under the direction of Steven Harper. I urge your readers to investigate and write their local Members of Parliament, who are representatives of the public whom they oath to serve. If enough people can take the time to write, e-mail, or phone local constituencies, perhaps there is a chance that this legislation will be stopped before the second reading. RAE RAMSDEN, RN, BSCN, MSNC Parksville
REFINE IT HERE An old Texas saying “Dogs don’t bark at parked cars” came to mind when I read two letters responding to my own, entitled No sure thing (THE NEWS, June 5) I wrote the inconvenient truth that during the time my wife and I sailed around the world working on a variety of freighters and tankers we had never experienced oil leaking from tanks during our combined 40 years afloat, yet stressed that transportation involving machines and humans is always fraught with danger. Thankfully, my letter provoked two of your readers to be snapping at my heels; on June 8 a frequent contributor, who apparently prefers the whole tarsands project abandoned, is convinced a coastal supertanker tragedy will definitely happen. He named three infamous occurrences over the last 23 years, but did not acknowledge that on any given day millions of barrels of oil are safely floating around the world inside thousands of incident-free tankers. I was delighted the second reader responded on June 15. She quoted two master mariners whom she claims agree with that premise. Having obtained my own Foreign-Going Certificate Of Competency as a master mari-
ner from the British Board Of Trade back in the ‘60s, I could name a whole legion of similarly qualified seamen who would take my stance. Having logged thousands of miles flying to join vessels in all corners of the world, my wife and I were never involved in an air crash; we travelled by train to join vessels, too, yet never experienced a train-wreck; does that prove the point about inevitability?? In the May 15 news article the ladywriter rides her bicycle on the highway — that can be a very dangerous mode of transportation, especially when sharing traffic lanes with logging trucks and road tankers. There is one inevitability: the China Petroleum & Chemicals Corp. (SINOPEC) has huge financial interests in the tar-sands and Enbridge; while the Harper Government, who promised transparency, is very probably involved in murky back-room deals that we will never know about — therefore, it seems inevitable the pipeline will be built. Once again, our personal energy should be utilized to convince governments that bitumen must be refined in Canada. BERNIE SMITH Parksville
GOOD LUCK TO ALL Remember when CHEK TV would broadcast live from various BC locales, the drawing for the lottery winning numbers at 6:49 p.m. every Wednesday and Saturday evening? Back then my friends and I seemed to win something more frequently than at present. These live draws were supervised and the method of selecting the random winning numbers was with a bingo style machine with numbered balls. This method is still employed in major lottery centres in the US of A. Even if you pick your own set of numbers, they are all entered into the BCLC computer bank. And then, gee, that same system selects the numbers. Telekinesis could be argued to have a direct affect in the manual style draw thus players’ prayers could be answered. In the same vein, a computer has a protective ‘firewall’ which can conceivably nullify concentrated thought but not hackers. “Know your limit and play within it” or maybe push the pause button if you no longer seem to win. GORD BYERS Parksville
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Bridge too old for new sidewalks, says ministry Oceanside Cycling Coalition had hoped for wider sidewalks, better approaches to the French Creek bridge NEIL HORNER
thing done about the narrow, slippery wooden bike and pedestrian lane on both sides of the bridge on Highway 19A, but a spokesperson for the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure said it’s not feasible to widen the lanes at this time. “Safety for all road users is the
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It may be a while before cyclists in Oceanside see any changes to the situation at the French Creek bridge. Last week a campaign was launched by the Oceanside Cycling Coalition to have some-
ministry’s top priority, and ministry engineers look forward to working with local cycling representatives to discuss ways to address cyclists’ concerns about French Creek Bridge,” Trotter said. “Last month the issue was brought to the ministry’s atten-
tion, and a ministry engineer evaluated the bridge. It was determined it is not feasible to retrofit wider sidewalks on the bridge.” Trotter added that when the structure is due for rehabilitation, the ministry will evaluate the needs of all road users and
at that time, the design could incorporate a wider sidewalk. “In the interim, ministry engineers would be happy to meet with local cycling coalition reps to discuss interim signage options and to address concerns about the visibility of the approach barrier,” she said.
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The City of Parksville isn’t going to hire anyone to replace Robert Harary, the director of engineering who left the city abruptly on June 7. Instead, said Mayor Chris Burger, the city has opted to reorganize the entire department and increase the responsibilities of two other senior staff. “We’ve structured it now so that two managers will get additional responsibilities,” Burger said. “Al Metcalf will be direc-
tor of operations and Vaughn Figueira will become director of engineering.” Metcalf has more than 30 years’ experience in municipal operations having worked with the cities of Nanaimo, North Vancouver and Port Moody. Figueira is a senior civil engineer with more than 20 years’ experience specializing in municipal engineering. The majority of his career has been with regional and municipal governments with significant private industry experience as well.
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If you are looking for a wildlife experience for the whole family this weekend consider a visit to the North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre (NIWRC). On Saturday, June 23 the centre will be holding its annual Family Day from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is by donation and all proceeds help the non-profit organization continue to care for ill, injured and orphaned wildlife. Some of the activities for the day include a craft table, games, treasure and scavenger ON THE REBOUND hunt, the Big Bounce and food and refreshments. Glove-trained owls Bardo and Oliver as well as Emily the saker falcon will be on hand. The NIWRA is well known in the region and has gained an international reputation for the care and rehabilitation it provides to a wide variety of injured wildlife. Robin and Sylvia Campbell have dedicated their lives to alleviating suffering of wild creatures and releasing them back to the wild. See VOLUNTEERS, page A17
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Two young ladies from District 69 will be competing in the Miss BC pageant next weekend on the Lower Mainland. Philippa Burn of Qualicum Beach and Alyssa Kelly of Parksville are both contestants with passionate messages and would love to be role models for young people. The pageant is about contributing to charity and community at the same time enhancing the self-esteem and development of young women in the province. The charity work component of Miss BC supports Cops for Cancer and Kelly is has a fundraiser planned for tomorrow night at the Quality Inn Bayside that includes an entertaining evening of music, food and a silent auction. Kelly said while many of the other contestants are doing smaller fundraisers, she wanted to have a big event which she has done the majority of the work for. Parksville songstress Beth Marie Anderson will be performing at the event. The country singer, who has honed
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Miss BC contestant Alyssa Kelly of Parksville is holding a fundraiser in town June 23 to benefit Cops for Cancer.
her skills in Nashville, will sing some of her original songs as well as some covers. Kelly said the two have known each other since they were children and on top of putting on a concert at the event, Anderson has been helping her promote the fundraiser. As a young girl, it was always Kelly’s dream to be in a pageant and she agreed that it was time to turn her dream into a goal. “It is something I wanted to do forever and this is the last year I can go.�
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Sylvia admitted they couldn’t achieve their mandate without the help of dedicated volunteers and stated they will have more than a dozen people helping out for the big event tomorrow. “Once again the volunteers have stepped up. The Rotary Club of Parksville is doing the
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The new 2.5-kilometre trail section in Qualicum Bay is fully accessible to those with physical and visual impairment.
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Broombusters count 2012 as a successful year Dedicated team of loppers and supporters helping to cull the invasive plant from the roadside: still a ways to go NEIL HORNER
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Broombusters have reason to celebrate this year, says organizer Joanne Sales. That’s because, she said, more than 100 people showed up to cut broom this year, from Courtenay to Nanaimo and Qualicum Beach remains almost broom-free. “Although the gorse remains, Island Highway through Parksville was cleared of a lot of broom by volunteers and a substantial dent was made in the ocean of broom on the interchanges,” she said. “In Courtenay, teams of up to 20 Broombusters went out a couple times a week for six weeks. The Nanaimo group cleared parks and cut the broom beside Woodgrove Centre. Woodgrove Centre is helping the cause by posting Broombuster signs in the parking lots. “Rotarians are committed and spreading
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quer their own broom problems. “The broom is spreading, but not as fast as the commitment to contain it — to protect our native species and beautiful Islands,” she said. Now is the end of this year’s broom cutting season. This Sunday, June 24, there will be a party and celebration for all Broombusters in Coombs, combin-
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Middle school musicians ready for the next level BRENDA GOUGH
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The tradition of musical excellence in Qualicum Beach continues with the Qualicum Beach Middle School (QBMS) band program completing a very successful year, according to music teacher Brent Kellas. He reported that the Grade 7/8 Concert Band earned a silver medal at the Vancouver Island Concert Band Festival in Port Alberni, and then finished the year off by winning a gold medal at the Kiwanis Fraser Valley Music Festival in Langley. The Concert Band was also awarded a trophy for being the most outstanding/promising band in their category at the Kiwanis Festival. He agreed their three-day trip to Langley was a fun and educational experience. He added that it was also an excellent year for the QBMS Jazz Combo as well. “Since the number of jazz students was quite small this year, they decided to run a jazz combo instead of the usual jazz band. The students learned quite a bit about jazz improvisation, planning arrangements for their tunes, and working together as a group. “They played a few local gigs, and earned a gold medal at the West Coast Jazz Festival, which was held at VIU,” he stated. Four members of the combo were recognized by the festival adjudicators for their outstanding improvised solos. The foursome who impressed the panel were Justice Cote on drums, Sam Baglier on tenor sax, Caleb Borsboom on baritone sax, and Liam Hansson on guitar. “I’m extremely pleased with our results this year. I am so proud of what the kids have accomplished, and they represented QBMS very well this year,” boasted Kellas. He said the Concert Band students earned a silver medal rating in Port Alberni, but they also learned what had to be done to improve. “They all wanted to win a gold in Langley, so they pulled together and worked on playing more musically and with greater expression. So a few weeks later they sounded like a much
more mature group, and I was pretty sure that their performance would earn them a gold,” he recalled, and added, “The Jazz Combo kids have grown so much this year, and they are learning to improvise and arrange jazz tunes to fit their group. They are starting to listen to recordings and check out jazz musicians on YouTube. I can’t wait to hear what they’ll sound like at KSS in the future.” He stated that this year’s group of Grade eights is very special to him because he taught them as beginning band students during his first year at QBMS. “They have been with me for three years now, and I’m going to miss them terribly. They have been great leaders in the program, but I’m also excited to see the Grade 6 and sevens step up to take over from them.”
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Soundgarden to host Joel Wiggers Wiggers and guest Braeden Marshall to play in Coombs Saturday, June 23 BRENDA GOUGH
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His music can be heard on the airwaves across the country and Jordan Klassen will be brining his soft yet symphonic indie tunes to Parksville next week. The musician who is well on his way to becoming a beloved West Coast musical talent is getting a reputation for bringing it during his live shows. Arbutus Events is presenting
the all-ages show on June 26 at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre (PCCC) and event promoter Megan Olsen said they are lucky the up and coming musician agreed to perform here. “He really is on the brink of making it big. He just had two unreleased songs on MTV’s Teen Wolf series,” she said. Olsen said it was her daughter who got her to listen to the per-
former on YouTube and she was blown away by his talent. “I posted on his Facebook page about coming to do a show in Parksville and he got back to me right away,” she revealed. Klassen will be joined by special guest Christopher Arruda. Most recently, Klassen made the top 20 artists for the 2012 Peak Performance Project. See KLASSEN’S, page A33
The Soundgarden in Coombs is presenting an evening of acoustic music by a Nanaimo band whose debut CD is about to get some major radio air play. Up-Close and Personal with Joel and special guests Braeden Marshal starts at 9 p.m. Saturday, June 23. Joel Wiggers is the front man of the rock trio Braeden Marshal which formed in 2009. He didn’t have to go far to find his band mates as they all live under one roof. His 18 year old son Marshall who plays bass is a quick study, constantly honing his skills and has worked hard to become a fantastic melodic in the pocket bass player. Passion and energy radiate from his youngest son, 16-year-old Brayden. The hard hitting teen is a natural percussionist. SUBMITTED PHOTO Wiggers said after spending Joel Wiggers has recent a lot of time in the recording launched his debut CD. studio they are excited about their new CD called Treasure in my Head. Co-produced by Andre Wahl the disc has nine tracks of original music that Wiggers admitted are some of their best work and are as good as any major label. “We have been working on it for the past two and a half years. We had 14 songs but we wanted to keep just the best stuff on our debut album.” See FAMILY BAND, page A33
Parksville arts centre opens doors for MacFun Day BRENDA GOUGH
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The Oceanside Community Arts Council (OCAC) at the McMillan Arts Centre in Parksville is hosting a fundraiser event on June 23 for the whole family called MacFun Day. Spokesperson Dave Wright
said it is a great opportunity to drop in and see what the MAC is all about and meet the people and artists who make the MAC a friendly and welcoming community art centre. Some of the activities planned for the day include live music, a bouncy castle, kids activities and
art demonstrations. There will be food and refreshments for sale and while admission is free there will be a small charge for the bouncy castle. Wright said while some members of the OCAC will be painting outside, there will be some
weavers doing demos inside and the idea behind the event is to bring awareness to the community about the MAC. “We want people to come and see what we do. The MAC is not just an old building with an art gallery,” he said. He said their art summer
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the creative spirit — the connections between art, poetry, music, and dance, encouraging dancers to explore movement from many different angles and perceptions. “We want a theme of creativity and dance is really an expression of something else,” explained Dow. She said with poetry for instance they want to give kids an experience of playing with words and interpreting them in dance. Professional choreographers will work with dancers to create new works which will tour throughout the region next spring. As well, young choreographers throughout Vancouver Island will have the opportunity to workshop their own creations one-onone with professional choreographers, and to perhaps showcase their pieces in the Dancestreams spring tour. Dancestreams will be also be introducing a new format this season in which dancers will have alternate Sundays off during the grueling winter
months and in order to maintain the same high standards for which the company has been renowned the last 25 years, will present a slightly shorter repertoire in its spring performances. Rehearsal locations may vary throughout the season, allowing the dancers in the company to occasionally host Dancestreams practices in their home studios and facilitating the opening of company classes to local dancers to attend free of charge. The repertoire will feature a variety of styles, starting with a new piece by urban/ contemporary dancer and choreographer Maiko Miyauchi of Vancouver. Miyauchi will be conducting a choreographic workshop in late August and will return in the fall to mount a new work on Dancestreams. Audition classes are $15 each. To pre-register, email dancestreams@shaw.ca or call Barb Dow 250-390-0019. Unable to attend the class? DVD audition tapes will be accepted until July 8. Go to www.dancestreams.ca for details.
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JOEL WIGGERS AND BRAEDEN MARSHAL
Official opening of South Loop. Lioness Blvd., Qualicum Bay, Free event 250-248-3252
2:30pm, Knox United Church, 345 Pym Street, Parksville Tickets $20.00, at the door (Cash Only)
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Jazz and Blues open mic jam. Monday nights 333 Island Hwy.,W., QB 250-752-8055
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Activities 8am-noon, Lighthouse Hall 240 Lion’s Way Qualicum Bay
BRADLEY CENTRE Luncheon Members and guests 12 noon
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7:30pm, PCCC All ages show Tickets $20 at Cranky Dog Music or gather some friends and get a 4 pack for just $70. Artist signing We’re in the building, autographssame at Craig Street just around the Market 6-6:45pm corner in Unit #4
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Live Romantic Guitar Music by FRED SALIANI every Tuesday night in June and every Thursday in July and August 6:00 to 9:00pm.
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PANCAKE BREAKFAST
6-8pm, Nanoose Place 250-468-7478
Meets 7:30pm Springwood School Speakers: Lesley Fox and 2-5pm Rob Adams Adults $8; under 12’S $5 Topic: andOptions misusage Gluten-Free Pasta and usage Vegetarian Tickets available at the are available upon request. of animal traps on VI library or at door 250-752-7588 2489 Nanoose Rd., V9P 9E6
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OLD TIME DANCE
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7-10pm. Shady Rest Pub Qualicum Beach
FRI. JUNE 29
Bill Trimble, Photos & discussion 6:30pm, 100 Jensen Ave., E. Parksville, 250-248-3841 Ext. 3
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Klassen’s music receives attention Sponsored by 100.5 The Peak radio in Vancouver the band contest has been helping new and emerging artists create careers in the music industry and has seen many groups that have participated go on to great things. Klassen makes music built out of pure imagination and has an alluring voice, laid upon beds of shimmering strings, caressed guitar, and coaxing percussion. His latest work Kindness, a four song EP, introduces rich and full-bodied singing alongside his now ubiquitous falsetto.
The ďŹ rst single from the EP, the ukulele-led Go To Me has been critically celebrated, and described as a cinematic pop rocker. His music is gracefully dramatic enough to be featured in Catch .44, a 2011 ďŹ lm starring Bruce Willis and Forrest Whitaker. Other Klassen creations have found their way onto television series’ including Royal Pains, and the late ‘90s TV show Felicity. Opening performer Christopher Arruda has a sound described as honest and
heart wrenching. He strives to connect with his audiences through unbridled passion and a captivating presence at one moment delivering a boisterous shout and the next a soft whisper. Tickets for the all ages show are $20 each or get a 4-pack for just $70 at Shades of Green, The PCCC and Cranky Dog Music in Parksville. Both artists will be signing CDs at Parksville’s Craig Street market prior to the concert. Doors to the concert open at 7:30 and show starts at 8 p.m. on June 26 at the PCCC. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Parksville Royal Bank manager Margaret Morrison was on hand Saturday with Leo the Lion to help sell hot dogs as part of the bank’s effort to raise funds for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Special thanks to Quality Foods in Parksville for donating the supplies.
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Wahl has produced music for some big names in the Canadian music industry including Shania Twain and 54-40 and Wiggers agreed they were lucky to have his expertise. “He co-produced an incredible piece of work for us and really took us to the next level,� he admitted. The CD hasn’t been released yet. Wiggers said they want to tour this summer to promote the CD and then they will have a release party. In the fall, the family will be
leaving Vancouver Island and moving to Los Angeles where Wiggers looks forward to increased musical opportunities. Wiggers said both of his sons have skill way beyond their years. As for the front man of the band, he enjoys the thunder of a powerful guitar tone and driving rhythm and the award winning vocalist, songwriter and studio musician shines when he is unplugged. Wiggers said the ďŹ rst acoustic set at The Soundgarden will be some of the originals he has
written over the last 20 years and during the second set it will be all three musicians doing originals and some covers. Wiggers admitted that their music is so original it is hard to peg their sound but they do a cover of Wonderwall by Oasis and their fans agree they have that Euro sound. Tickets for the concert are $15 and are at the Coombs General Store, The Shoe Inn in Qualicum Beach and at The Soundgarden on the Coombs Fairgrounds.
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$2998 DANIEL H MCDONALD August 2, 1928 June 3, 2012 Danny passed away suddenly at home on June 3, 2012. He was born in Flint, Michigan, but lived all of his life in BC, West and East Kootenays and on Vancouver Island. Danny was a logger, a cook, a miner, a salesman, a railroader, a curler, singer, accordion player, a traveler, a dad, a grandpa, a great grandpa and a loving husband. He was a good man who loved and was loved by many. He leaves his wife and partner Joan who he shared nearly 40 years of adventures with; his son and daughters Randy (Gloria), Cheryl (Gary), Lori (David) and Patti (John) and their children & grandchildren; Joan’s daughters Christine (Gordon) and Barb (Eugene) and their children and grandchildren, his brothers Bob and Rod and his sisters Anne and Florence and many nieces and nephews. A celebration of his life will be held July 7, 2012 at 1:30pm at the Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood Street, Parksville, to provide his family and friends with an opportunity to come together to raise a glass; share some memories and laughs & shed a tear or two. In lieu of owers, please contribute to the charity of your choice. Oh Danny Boy we love you so!
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Brad & Julie Birlew are proud to announce the arrival of their sweet daughter, Sarah Lauren Reynolds Birlew. Sarah was born May 19th, 2012 and weighted a perfect 7 lbs. 2 oz. Special thanks to Dr. Ehman & the outstanding team at NRGH for Sarah’s safe arrival and to our family and friends for their amazing support. Welcome to our world Sarah. We love you!
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CALL FOR ENTRIES 10TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Artisan Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting Sept 1,2 &3 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca or phone 250-339-6901
QUALICUM BAY Lighthouse Community Centre. 240 Lions way, Qualicum Bay, B.C. Date:June 30th. & July 1st., 8am to 12 noon. Pancake Breakfast Music. Old Time Dance June 29th. Lighthouse Hall 8-12pm. $10 per person / $15 per couple. Tix at the door VENDORS WANTED for Lions Kite Festival July 21 & 22. Call 250-248-6614 or e-mail tomroy13@gmail.com
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Kristen and Peter will return to Melbourne, A . Australia. CELEBRATIONS
Jim and Lynn Brown
OBER, NEAL FREDRICK
OPEN HOUSE Saturday, June 30 between 1-5 pm
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In lieu of owers, donations can be made to the Royal Canadian Legion.
With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Albert, with his wife Jenny by his side, at the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria BC, after a short battle with lymphoma cancer. Predeceased by his ďŹ rst wife Jackie, he is survived by Jenny, his wife of twenty years, sister-in-law Ev. Staller, numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, one great-great niece, all of Kamloops and Surrey, BC, plus Jenny’s daughters, son and grandchildren. Albert was born in Port Alice, BC and worked in the mills for 41 years - Port Alice 1947-1972 and Gold River 1972-1988. He then retired to Parksville, BC. Al enjoyed travelling, cruising, camping and playing crib with Jenny. He was much loved by all and will be sadly missed. A Memorial Service will be held at Yates Funeral Home, 1000 Allsbrook Rd Parksville, BC on Saturday, June 23, 2012 @ 2:00PM. Refreshments will follow. YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.
Neal was born in Saskatchewan, Oct 16, 1938 and passed at home in Qualicum Beach, June 15, 2012.
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Victor will be sadly missed by his daughters Diana DiCastri (Roy), Louise Spencer (Hugh Lamont), Carol Campbell (Dwight), his 7 grandchildren, 12 greatgrandchildren and a multitude of loving friends. Victor was a decorated war veteran serving in the Canadian Armed Forces from Sept.1942 until his honorable discharge Oct. 1945. Victor was predeceased by his loving wife Violet in 2000, his twin brother Norman, and, his sister May Welsh. He will always be remembered by his loving family and friends. Goodbye to the “Dinner Party King of Qualicum Beach�. A celebration of life will be held July 1st at 1599 Rodgers Road.
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August 19, 1923 – June 12, 2012
The wedding will take place on July 21st in Nanoose Bay.
SPENCER, VICTOR R.
I saw your last breath one year ago, the sigh of relief as you let go. The awe in your face, your body at rest, the memory of peace left me so blessed.
ALBERT EDWARD STALLER
son of Jen MacKenzie and Roger West of Adelaide, Australia.
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MAURICE (Moe) GIROUX
Love and Miss You So Very Much ~ Your Loving Wife Noreen, Daughter Tanya and Grandchildren Erica and Reese.
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Neal received his degree as a Chartered Accountant in 1963. He became the ďŹ rst foreigner to be accepted into the Colegio de Contadorres Publicos del Estado Zulia, Venezuela. Neal spent all his working life in Venezuela. He retired to Vancouver Island in Sept 1999. Neal is survived by his wife Frances, sons Warren (his daughter Ashley and grand-daughter Annika), Teo (Elizabeth and two sons Eric and Joseph) and Frank (Claudia and daughter Gloria), also his siblings Greg, Adeline and Annabelle. Neal had suffered from progressive autonomic failure for over eight years and now he can again say his pat answer when asked ‘How are you?’- “I’m ďŹ ne, ďŹ ne, just ďŹ ne! Thank you!â€? If you wish, please donate to research for P.A.F or a charity of your choice. There will be no service by request. YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.
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TerriďŹ c career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Experience Needed!! Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 wks. vacation & beneďŹ ts pkg. Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License with air brake endorsement. High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver DO NOT FILL IN CITY or STATE KURT LEROY TRUCKING LTD, CAMPBELL RIVER, BC Logging Truck Drivers needed full time and part time for Campbell River, North Island and Port Alberni. BeneďŹ ts included. Must have 3 years minimum experience in the logging industry. Sub-Contract Log Haul Trucks needed, full time for Campbell River, North Island and Port Alberni.Must be Safe CertiďŹ ed, WCB. Licenced Mechanic, must have Log Truck experience, CVI ticket an asset. Full Time, beneďŹ ts included. Please fax your resume and drivers abstract to 250-287-9914 or email to yorel@telus.net
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SEASONAL LABOURERSneeded for mid Aug 15, 2012. 40-60 hrs per wk. $10.25/hr for hand weeding, shovel work, working in dirt & vine covered ďŹ elds. Potato and cranberry harvest, grading potatoes. Fax resume to Echo Valley Farms at 250-752-6277.
DENTAL RECEPTIONIST Full time position avail. in a family dental practice. Courteous, multi-task, team player required w/previous exp. in the dental ďŹ eld. Remuneration based upon experience. Apply by resume in conďŹ dence to Box 365, Parksville, BC V9P 2G5. Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted.
HELP WANTED An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and labour/rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilďŹ eld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN required for busy mechanical and maintenance shop in beautiful Campbell River, BC. Vehicle inspection ticket an asset. Please email resume to oktirecr@shaw.ca. CLEANING COMPANY looking for F/T help. Call (250)7578252. LOOKING FOR experienced movers for busy company in Coombs, BC. Call Raymond at (604)729-6663 or email to: la-ray@live.ca
FOOD & OTHER PRODUCT IN-STORE SAMPLERS Need To Get Out Of The House, Talk To People & Create Extra Income? Try part-time work as a Food Demonstrator 6-10 days a month in Thrifty, Quality Foods, Safeway, Save On Foods, London Drugs and more! JOB DESCRIPTION: You must be a go-getter able to work on your own who enjoys talking to people & doing basic cooking. Great for men & women, seniors, retirees & mature adults. AVAILABILITY: Fri & Sat and/or Sat & Sun (the 2 days vary but need to be exible to work either shift) from 11am to 5pm. REQUIREMENTS: - Fully uent in English - Own a car to carry supplies - Be well groomed & bondable - Able to carry medium weight equipment into stores. Pay starts at $10.50/hr. Training via DVD at no charge. Call JMP Marketing toll-free at 1-800-991-1989, press ext. 30
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THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Experienced Boom man • Grapple Yarder Operator • Hooktender • Off Highway Logging Truck Driver • Heavy Duty Mechanics • Chasers • A-frame Operator Full time 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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Well established Ladysmith oral shop is looking for an EXPERIENCED FLORIST with retail experience. Good customer service skills essential. Must be available weekends and on call. Drop off resume to: Bloooms at the 49th, 1020B First Ave., Ladysmith or email owers@the49th.com No phone calls please.
FULL-TIME & PART-TIME Housekeepers needed. Must be efďŹ cient, hard working, and reliable. Please apply in person to: #1-1025 Lee Rd., French Creek Marina Pub.
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PERSONAL SERVICES
PERSONAL SERVICES
PERSONAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
FINANCIAL SERVICES
FINANCIAL SERVICES
FINANCIAL SERVICES
GARDENING
PRESSURE WASHING
BUILDING SUPPLIES
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
CHELSEY’S GARDENING CertiďŹ ed horticulturist. Garden & lawn maint. Regular scheduling or one time visits. No job is too small. 250-586-6172
PRESSURE WASHING. Oceanside House and Home. Pete 250-927-2641.
Rebar For Sale
DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM
Helping CANADIANS repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest regardless of your credit!
Qualify Now To Be Debt Free 1-877-220-3328
J & S DESIGNS. Yard & Fence Design,General Yard Mntc., Hedging, House washing by hand & Hauling. Seniors Discount, Free Est. Call John & Sandy at 250-5863373
Licensed, Government Approved, BBB Accredited.
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
PERSONAL CARE ARE YOU looking for someone to assist you with your day to day errands? I am an RN and can help you with your needs; light meal prep., errands, home visits, organizing. Call Connie 250-752-1638
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CLEANING SERVICES
Garage Sales
SPECIALIZING IN SOFT BRUSH CLEANING of vinyl siding, gutter cleaning, windows, roof demossing, and pressure, washing. Free estimates. 250-802-4286 sroutley54@gmail.com
COMPUTER SERVICES
#ALLĂ– Ă–TOĂ–PLACEĂ–YOURĂ–GARAGEĂ–SALEĂ–ADĂ–Ă– ANDĂ–RECEIVEĂ–&2%%Ă–BALLOONS Ă–INVENTORYĂ–ANDĂ–TIPĂ–SHEETSĂ– ANDĂ–BRIGHTĂ–GARAGEĂ–SALEĂ–SIGNSĂ– GARAGE SALES
GARAGE SALES
BOWSER, 113 McColl Rd. Wildwood Community Church Sat. June 23rd. (9-2).Lots of Stuff:Kitchen, furniture, misc. Proceeds for Missions Trip.
PARKSVILLE 794 Fletcher Ave. Jun 23 & 24 (8-3). Lots of good stuff!! PARKSVILLE, 95 Renz Rd. (same road as Winchelsea School) Garage Sale. Moving after 18 years. Household items, furniture, etc. Too much to list! Rain or shine, Sat. June 23rd & Sun. June 24th 8AM 2PM both days
DASHWOOD FIRE DEPT Garage Sale postponed until July. 21st. Good quality donations still needed. Call (250)752-5028. DEEP BAY #29-5300 Gainsberg Rd. June 23 (9-2).Downsizing - good mixture. EAGLECREST, 1156 Wedgewood Close. Estate Sale! Sat & Sun. June 23 & 24. (8:30-3) Antiques, collectables, art, books, household and “stuff�!!
ESTATE SALE 612 NASSAU CRES EAGLE CREST, QB, BC Hosted By SMART MOVE Wed, Thurs, Fri June 20, 21, 22. Starts 10am-5:00pm. A sale you don’t want to miss! Check our website for item details: www.smartmoveservices.ca
FRENCH CREEK, (Columbia Beach) 1674 Admiral Tryon Blvd. Sat. June 23 (8-3:30) Radial arm saw, tools, furniture, mirrors, lights, camping, wine making equip. lots of misc. & free stuff!!! PARKSVILLE, 129 Meridian Way,(Aurora Mobile Home Park) Sat. June 23rd. (8:30-?) Household, collectables, old coins, plants & shrubs. PARKSVILLE- 1322 Saturn Dr (Craig Bay) Sat, June 23, 8am-? Household goods, patio furniture, odds & ends. PARKSVILLE 1395 Greenwood Way (off Drew Rd). June 23 (8:30-2). Lots of misc. items. No junk. PARKSVILLE, #14-129 Aurora St.Sat. June 23rd. (8:30-?) PLANTS, PLANTS!Shrubs, Scottie Memorabilia. PARKSVILLE- 1556 Dalmatian Dr (in Columbia Beach) Sat, June 23, 9am-2pm. Amazing collectibles, contemporary house wares, furniture, outdoor accessories, antiques & more. Your treasure awaits! PARKSVILLE, 240 Martindale Rd. Sat. June 23 (9-3). Multifamily, kids stuff, tools. Etc. PARKSVILLE, 386 Craig St., Sat, June 23, 8am-1pm. Multi Family Sale. PARKSVILLE 694 Wedgewood Cresc. Jun 23 (8-1). Household items, collectables, building supplies, & tools.
PARKSVILLE Arrowsmith Potter’s Guild at the Train Station across from BuckerďŹ elds. Sat. June 23, 10am-1pm. Ceramic supplies for those interested in making pottery, equipment, glaze ingredients, tools, reclaimed clay and many other items. PARKSVILLE (Estate/Garage Sale in the house),Temple Store on Bay St., follow signs to #337 Willow. Tons of small items, dehumidiďŹ er $85. June 22 & 23, Fri/Sat 8:00am-3pm. PARKSVILLE/SANDPIPER area, 1275 Jukes Plc., Sat, June 23, 8am-5pm. PARKSVILLE - SAN PAREIL. Saturday, June 23, 8am-1pm. Misc. household goods. 865 Seachell Place. QUALICUM 496 Chester Rd. June 23 (9-2). Kids clothes & toys, households, small furniture. Rain or shine. QUALICUM BEACH - 343 Poplar Ave. Sat. Jun 23 (8am-11:30am) Reno Items: Housewares, 2 sets of 4 dining room chairs, wrought iron queen bed and frame, carpets and much more. QUALICUM BEACH, 386 1st Ave. W, Sat, June 23, 8am11am. Kitchen and household items, quality ladies clothing, senior mobility aids, Lazy-boyrecliner, games & puzzles, books and misc freebies. QUALICUM BEACH, 405 Cottonwood Dr. Jun 23 (9-3), Kitchen table/chairs, reel mower, Holland grill, Princess Diana Plates, books, misc, household. QUALICUM BEACH: 466 Knight Ter., Sat., June 23rd, 8-11:30. Exercise equipt., books, household items, etc... QUALICUM BEACH, 5386 Island Hwy, Sat. June 23rd. (9 ?) Something for everyone!! QUALICUM BEACH- 554 Sycamore Dr, Sat & Sun, June 23 & 24, 8:30am-2pm. QUALICUM BEACH, Neighborhood Sale!. Sat. June 23rd. (8-1) At “The Evergreensâ€?; off Village way, Hollywood Rd, Redwood Dr.,Hazelwood Pl. Huge variety of items from small to large-antiques to new. Don’t miss it! Something for everyone. Rain or Shine!!!
OCEAN SIDE LAWN & GARDEN Hedge Trimming Sprinkler Maintenance Lawn Cutting Yard Work & Cleanup Hauling Senior’s discounts avail
PET CARE SERVICES DOGGY BED and Breakfast; Special rates for Seniors. Call 250-586-7280 for rates. Woof
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES
WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE
Respectful, reliable service. Call Matthew 250-240-1116
$$ CASH PAID $$
WES-COAST YARDBIRDS. Lawns, gardens, yard cleanup, hauling. Pressure washing, Irrigation, carpentry. Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444.
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES
HAULING AND SALVAGE ALL TYPES of hauling. Small loads, garden waste, construction debris & junk. Call Ron 250-757-2094, 250-228-1320.
BUYDENS Computer Services
LANDSCAPING
Offering PC Repair and Personal Tutoring From Nanoose to Deep Bay
DEMELO LANDSCAPING
Call Kevin 250-240-7372
PETS
for NEWER FRIDGES, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS etc.
Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251
ART OBJECTS
See your dreams become reality! Tony 250-741-6646 www.westcoastfountains.ca
MOVING & STORAGE
Friendly in home Mac/PC support and lessons. CertiďŹ ed tech, 15 + years experience making technology approachable and easy to understand. All my work is guaranteed. Call
Scott @ 250-821-1994.
DRYWALL Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Reno & Repair Specialist. 30 years of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB
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.
PAINTING 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. POIRIER PAINTING, Residential / Commercial / Vinyl Siding / Driveway Power Washing/ Driveway Sealing. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, Free Estimates. Call Dan 250-240-3528. WCB
ROY VICKERS PRINTS. Complete set, 13 original Roy Vickers limited edition prints with certiďŹ cates. All professionally framed. All the same print number, which can’t happen again. Series of 100 prints and all of this set are #77. Asking $33,000 for complete one of a kind 13 print set. Call 250-245-2263 (Nanaimo).
BUYING OR SELLING?
GARDENING
GARDENING
HANDYPERSONS
BETTER LAWN & YARD CARE Lawn Cutting
Tony’s Great Gardens
Handyman Services
• Spring Clean-up •Landscaping & Design • Zeroscapes • Hardscapes • Fencing •General Maintenance •Hauling • Bark Mulch
250-954-5704 FARM EQUIPMENT JOHN DEERE 4-wheel wagon, used very little. $750. obo. Antique horse scoop - offers. (250)323-1969 (Cedar).
FRIENDLY FRANK LAWN MOWER, Honda, $99. For more details call Guy at 250-738-0138
FUEL/FIREWOOD COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD & Logging. Stock up now! *Clearing. *Downed trees. *Wood Spiting Services Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).
• Fences & Gates (new & repairs)
• Patio/Deck Repairs pairs & Cleaning g • Power Washing • Yard Work & Cleanup • Home Repair Work • Minor Landscaping • Painting
BABY GRAND PIANO
5’3�x4’9�, $1,750. Call (250)338-1422 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
SPORTING GOODS LEFT HANDED Burner Driver R. Flex 10.5, new. $190 obo. Call (250)586-6673.
REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS
SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ďŹ rewood producer offers ďŹ rewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.
BEAUTIFUL 1076 sqft 2 bedroom condo across from Parksville Community Park. 2 full bathrooms, in-suite laundry, balcony, secured entry, elevator and covered parking. New paint. Low strata of $140.00 No age restrictions, rentals allowed and small pets. Willing to negotiate commission with buying agents. 250752-9578 oring@bcsupernet.com $197,000.
FURNITURE
BUSINESSES FOR SALE
3 SEATER natural wood light blue, rose oral couch, 2 seater beige hide-a-bed, ruttan swivel chair navy cushions, book stands. (778)441-0025.
LIVE THE Dream. Harbours End Marine, 27 year history on beautiful Salt Spring Island, BC “the best place on earth!� Owner retiring, well-established business only $129,000 email: bjg_cormorant@shaw.ca
SEASONED FIREWOOD. UPick up. Call 250-757-8949
BED CHESTERFIELD, (Aqua and Pink), in great condition, very clean, $600 obo. Call (250)752-3125.
Q Business Q Home Services & More! Serving your Community
Yard Waste Removal Fertilizer Appl. Hedge Trimming Tree Pruning Fence Installations/Repairs House Sitting Services
Residential & Commercial ENQUIRIES WELCOME Fabricating & delivery available if required. CALL NORM AT Harbor West Steel anytime
1 REBOUNDER trampoline, $200, 1 single bed and bedding (pine solid head board) $400, 1 Omega juicer (Model #8003) $250, 1 CPAP breathing machine, as new, $500, Royal Dalton china (Japora), 30 pieces, $500, 12 qt stainless steel copper bottom pot, $30. Call (250)933-3900.
LAZY-BOY POWER Chair. Used 8 mths, $500. Garden furniture, 4 chairs + cushions + umbrella, round glass top table $150. King-sized bed + maple headboard, excellent condition, $400. All obo, 250-7579990. QUEEN SIZE Hide-A-Bed with bedding, in good condition, beige colour. Asking $495 obo. Call (250)585-8998. WHITE & PINE China Cabinet. Interior light. Excellent cond. $100.Call 250-248-8985
FOR SALE BY OWNER CAYCUSE Well-Maintained Recreational Property/Home 1500 sq.ft, 3 bdrm 2 bath, 5 acres, garage. A stone throw from pristine Cowichan Lake. $399,900. Furnished. Ready to move in! Call 250-478-2648 or 250-745-3387.
WHERE BUYERS AND SELLERS MEET
Contact Pauline or Sandi at The News: 250-248-4341 RENOVATIONS
PR L O AL& RENOVATING PAINTING INC.
“You name it ... we can do it.� Professional Home & Business Renovations & Improvements
•Renovations/Additions/Repairs •Custom Bathrooms & Kitchens •Interior/Exterior Painting • Tiling & All Flooring •Window & Door Installations •Decks & Fences •Hardiplank & Vinyl Siding •General Contracting/Consulting
DRYWALL
IC RIM PACIYFW DR ALL
NO JOB TOO SMALL! RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS 21 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE Insulation & Vapor Barrier, Sound ProoďŹ ng, Drywall & Drywall Finishing, Paint & Ceiling Texture, Skylite Repair.
(work) 250-240-3459
Tony Toly 250•954•4224
Roy Kroes 250 228-0040
Free Estimates
tonysgreatgardens@hotmail.com
Dave: 250-954-8650
WILF @ Parksville: 250-586-3945 250-248-3337
MAINTENANCE
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
TREE SERVICE
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
POWER WASHING
POWER WASHING
DECK CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
AG
Coastal BUILDING SERVICES
Fully Licensed & Insured
(home) 250-586-8588
DRIVEWAYS, PATIOS, DECKS, WALKWAYS, Yes we wash SIDING by hand
GUTTER CLEANING Yard & Garden Cleanup & Waste Removal Painting: Ext. /Int. Perimeter Drain Flushing
Free Quotes: Call Jeff or Liz
250-927-1113
by Debra ENVIROMENTALLY FRIENDLY PRODUCTS
Y CLEANING,
SCRUBBING, Y MILDEW REMOVAL Y SANDING & STAINING
250-594-7470
BLANK CANVAS
Tree
Service
TREE REMOVAL
FALLING - TOPPING PRUNING - SHRUBS HEDGES – CLEAN UP
BRUSH CHIPPING FIREWOOD DELIVERY
WCB - INSURED - LOW PRICE
250-714-8454 24hr agrymuza@yahoo.com
Cell 250-951-7675 gtredenbach@shaw.ca •Driveway Sealing •Moss Kill & Removal •Painting Specials FREE •Roofs & Gutters estimates •Fences & Decks •Power Washing •References Available
Commercial Industrial Residential
GUTTERS, ROOFS, DRIVEWAYS, DECKS, SIDEWALKS Ron Lewis
250-927-4870 professionalpowerwashing@live.com If your not happy we’re not ďŹ nished
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REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
FOR SALE BY OWNER
APARTMENT/CONDO
HOMES FOR RENT
RV PADS
ANTIQUE/CLASSICS
CARS
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
LUXURIOUS 2 bedroom, 2 bath, pet friendly condo. Granite counters, hardwood floors, carpet in bedrooms. Stainless steel in kitchen. Inste laundry. The Avista building in Parksville. $1150 plus hydro. Contact Roger at 250-713-1025 or roger@pacificedgeproperties.ca
COOMBS- 3 bdrm, priv house on 1 acre, living room, air tight woodstove, new hrdwd floors throughout, 5 appls, covered deck, small workshop, extra storage, fruit trees/garden, close to all amens, $1250+hydro. fredwiss@gmail.com Call (250)590-4778.
PARKSVILLE AREA- RV pad. Wooded site. $425/mo, includes utils. Available now. Call 250-927-5623.
CREEKFRONT 2.5 acres in Englishman River Estates, Errington. 3000 sq ft, 3 bdrm, 4 bath near-new home including private suite. $449,900. Courtesy to realtors. 250-586-8444. http://propertyguys.com/ property/index/id/65990
PARKSVILLE, 2 bdrm $730.00 p/m. Avail. July 1st. Call 250-248-3454.
OCEAN & MOUNTAIN VIEW Nanoose Bay $349,000. 2348 sq ft, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, family rm, sunroom, walk in pantry. AC/DC chair lift. New ductless A/C & heat pumps & 2 gas f/p. Lrg lot. Close to shopping, school & golf. 250-468-7082 or 250-757-8712. 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
HOUSES FOR SALE
VILLAGE GREEN ESTATES 317 Village Way, QB 1 bdrm apts, $750. 2 & 3 bdrm townhomes, $950 to $1150. 5 appls, F/P, patio. N/S, sm pet ok. Quiet adult community. Close to town. Office hrs Tuesday’s & Thursday’s, 4pm-7pm.
250-240-2816.
COTTAGES CUTE 1 Bdrm Park Model Home, Ocean View, basic cable & hydro: $750 p/m. Call Bowser Bill’s. 250-752-0989
GRAND HERITAGE HomeCraftmans style (Nanaimo), original stain glass, fir flrs, excellent wood detailing, claw ft tub, electrical upgrades, oil heat, 1300 sqft main flr, 3 stories. $369,900. 250-716-9340.
MOBILE HOMES & PADS BOWSER: 3 bdrm mobile on half acre. Long term tenants only. N/P, refs req. $800 mo, avail immed. 250-951-7473.
www.webuyhomesbc.com
NORTH QUALICUM- Peaceful rural setting. New 2 bdrm, 5 appls, electric heat, glass covered patio deck with additional ground level patio. Fenced yard with room for a garden. Refs req’d. N/S. Avail July 1. $900./mo. Call David or Carrie 250-752-5211.
RENTALS
MODULAR HOMES
APARTMENT/CONDO
JUNE SPECIAL Brand New 16’ Wide Modular Homes. From $69,000.00 mark@eaglehomes.ca
OFFICE/RETAIL
QUALICUM, HALF duplex, senior centre and shopping within walking distance, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, large sun room, window coverings, N/P, N/S,. Avail July. 1. $1000 mo. Call 250-752-9498, 250-495-8024.
RENT YOUR HOME! Owner & Tenant Management Services Nanoose to Bowser View current rentals On our website: www.remax-first-bc.ca
Ron Limer Managing Broker Val Lambert Property Manager
WE BUY HOUSES
255 HIRST Avenue- 1 & 2 bdrms, $725 & 900. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 297 HIRST Avenue- 2 bdrms, +den, 2 bath, $1150. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com DOWNTOWN QUALICUM Beach: 1 bdrm apt., F/S, NS/NP, $525 + util’s. Call 250-752-9833 ask for Sian. PARKSVILLE APT- 2 bdrms, top floor, patio, quiet 4-plex, F/S, D/W, free laundry. $850. Avail Aug. 1st. 250-954-7435.
QUALICUM BEACH, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, N/S, refs req’d, avail July. 1, $1250 mo incls hydro. Call (250)228-1208 after 5 PM
COUNTRY SETTING North Qualicum. Upper Duplex, 1 bdrm, FS, References NS, No dogs. Avail. Immed. $675/mo. 250-594-5950.
HOMES WANTED
Call: 1-250-616-9053
QUALICUM BEACH, 2 bdrm near Q.B. Village. Avail. July 1st. $1350 p/m, heat, hydro & cable incl. Please call: 250240-4005 for viewing appt.
250-248-1071 1-888-243-1071 propmgmt@remax-firstbc.ca
COOMBS, QUIET 1 bdrm RV, incl. util’s., walk to Coombs. $450 p/mo, 250-240-1445.
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!
please refer to our website: www.parksvillerealestate.com to view our rental properties
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT
HOMES FOR RENT 112 PYM- 4 bdrms, 2 bath, $1275. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com QUALICUM BEACH Bright 3 Bdrm duplex. Walk to all schools, shops & pool. 1 bath, back deck, garage, private fully fenced yard, pets negotiable. N/S. W/D hook-up. Avail July 1st. $950. Call (250)752-7404, 250-951-1290.
OFFICE/RETAIL
21 - 826 W. Island Hwy Parksville, B.C., V9P 2B7
SANDPIPER AREA: Family home, 4 bdrm, 3 full baths, 2 family rms, living rm, bright kitchen, ample parking for RV. $1500/mo + util’s. Damage dep., ref’s req’d. Serious enquires only please. (250)7528510.
2001 PONTIAC SUNFIRE: Very clean, runs great. 17” rims 4/Dr. 2nd owner valued at $5000 for will sell for $3400. 250-618-3147
NANOOSE BAY- steps to Fairwinds Golf & Marina. 2 bdrms, 5 appls, furnished. Ocean and garden views. NS/NP. $1150. Available July 15. (250)468-9901.
Wendy Hofforth, Property Manager Rental Properties Nanoose Bay/Parksville/ Qualicum Beach For current rentals please check my website: www.vanislandrealty.com 124 Craig St., P.O. Box 460 Parksville, B.C. V9P 2G6 Toll Free: 1-866-386-2735 e-mail: cbpropertymanage ment@shaw.ca WHISKEY CREEK- 1100sq ft, 3 bdrms, lower level of house, 4 appls. NP/NS, $750/mo + utils. Call 250-752-0501.
OFFICE/RETAIL DOWNTOWN PARKSVILLE, two 800 sq ft adjacent ground level retail/office spaces for lease, great location, 124 Middleton Ave. Asking $600 mo each + triple nets. Call 250248-3142 or 250-905-2526.
PARKSVILLE, $740 mo, ground floor suite, 2 bdrm, clean, bright, private, covered patio, quiet tenant only. Absolutely N/S, N/P, 250-954-0193. 2002 PORSCHE BOXSTER 119,000 km, good condition. Comes w/hard top, leather interior, power roof, winter tires. $14,000. (250)248-5764.
SUITES, UPPER
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
PARKSVILLE – Quiet 1 bdrm upper floor of Arbutus Park indust/retail strip. Laminate flooring, granite counters, fridge/stove, parking. N/S, N/P $650/m Avail now. Call (250) 748-2942
PARKSVILLE- 3 bdrms, N/S, $1200./mo. 250-468-2000. PARKSVILLE. $770./mo. Private 1-bdrm cottage. Quiet, N/S, N/P. Close to downtown. Utils & 3 appl’s. (250)954-3358 PARKSVILLE, Nice 2 bdrm upper house, NP, NS. Incl’s WD, FS, avail now. $850/mo. (250)746-5094
ANTIQUE/CLASSICS
1956 CONSUL MKI Estate Wagon, ONE OF APPROX 15 IN THE WORLD. Body, paint and motor all done. Lots of new parts. The car needs assembly. Will Trade for British and Cash. MUST SELL. No Time. Have all receipts. Call 250-490-4150 (Penticton, BC).
702 MEMORIAL AVE.
1000 sq. ft. professional offices or retail opportunity on Beach between W2nd & Fern. Favourable rates for long term lease.
CALL:1-250-586-8806 OR 250-757-9186 RECREATION DUNCAN, OVER night RV camping & tenting. On site meals. 250-709-7917
RV PADS 2 OCEANVIEW RV sites,hydro & basic cable $400 p/m Bowser Bill’s: 250-757-0989
1960 ENGLISH Morris Minnor Conv. Must sell, new top, tires, rear seal, top end, carpets, etc. (Penticton, BC). Was $10,000, now asking $8000 obo. Call 250-490-4150.
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This beautiful 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has been well maintained. With only 135,000 KM on an economical and spirited V6 engine, all wheel drive and tow hitch with electric brakes. Unique 6 spd Tiptronic auto transmission which will do the shifting for you or let you shift yourself for a sportier driving exp. Boasting a well equipped interior, rear mounted CD changer, this SUV cannot be missed! $15,900
(250)658-1123 mjmarshall@telus.net
PARKSVILLE COSY bright 1 bdrm suite, suits 1 mature person. Private entrance $675. incl heat, etc. Call 250-9548326 or 250-752-9245
DOWNTOWN QUALICUM BEACH, RETAIL / OFFICE 1640 SQ. FT or 820 SQ.FT
1999 MAZDA Miata Conv. SE, 122,000k, 2tops, black w/tan leather, BOSE audio, all power, cruise, alarm, 5spd manual. Xclnt cond. $10,500. (250)729-4948.
PARKSVILLE, very nice 1 bdrm. suite. No pets/smoking. W/D, F/S. $575/mo. Avail Now. Call 250-746-5094.
BRIGHT & SPACIOUS, near new, 2 bdrm, upper suite near Parksville train station. 1000 sq ft, 5 appl’s, deck with partial mountain view, NS, NP. $975/mo + util’s. Call: 1-250716-6797 or 250-248-3850.
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
SPORTS & IMPORTS
FRENCH CREEK, Cute, 800 s/f, 1 bdrm Suite, private entry, shared w/d. Walking distance to Wembly mall. $800 p/m Utils.includ. Avail. July 1st. Call after 5 pm, 250-248-9633
TRANSPORTATION
DOWNTOWN Qualicum Beach
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Breakers breathing easy after a great showing at the VIRs. Bottom row from the left: Richelle Bruyckere, Nicole Biro, Megan Romkes, Haley Bennett, Maude McGibbon, Joanna Redenbach; Middle row from the left: Jack Confortin, Simon Gilmour, Katie Redenbach, Lauren Gilmour, and top row from the left: Sophie Lorette, Ethan Stannard, Sydney Raduy, Elysia Biro, Ayden Jager.
Breakers swim to fourth place
It’s official: the Dave Johnston era with the Oceanside Generals is over, as he and the local, community-owned junior hockey club have parted ways. Just over three months after issuing a press release announcing Johnston had renewed his contract through the 2012/2013 season, the club has released the longtime GM and head coach, citing a new direction. “Basically we had our AGM the end of May and it was actually really positive. We had a huge turnout,” said Oceanside Generals Junior Hockey Club’s new president Sylvain Giroux when THE NEWS caught up with him. Giroux pointed out the club now has 15 board members — 12 of those new to the board with three returnees, and that “the board felt we needed a change, that’s about it. See GENS MAIN CAMP, page A40
Local swim team finish strong, medal in five of their six relay events in Saanich JAMES CLARKE
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Saanich Commonwealth Place was the site of the Vancouver Island Regional Championships recently, and the Ravensong Aquatic Centre Breakers were on the boil again as they finished fourth out of the field of 10 teams, (eight from the Island; two from the mainland) numbering more than 350 swimmers, on the strength of some stellar swims. Led by longtime skipper
John Campbell and assistant coach Gary Cheung, the Breakers’ took 18 swimmers to the big annual meet, many of whom turned in personal best times. The highlight of the VIRs was Megan Romke’s electrifying swim of 2:29.34 to set a new meet record in the 200 metre Butterfly, which had not been broken for eight years. Megan, 12, is the youngest of three Romke sisters to come up through the Break-
ers and is in her sixth season wtih the team.” “Outstanding,” Campbell said of the swim, pointing out Comox’s Kate Adamson — considered one of the top age-groupers in Canada at the time — held the record she set in 2004 (for those following along at home it was shortly aftert that she joined the Breakers). “So considering we’ve had eight VIR championships since then and it’s never been broken, and Megan
comes along and not only breaks it, but smashes it by eight or nine seconds.” “This brings Megan to within five seconds of the 30-year-old provincial record for that event,” pointed out Chueng. The Breakers were also some tough in the team competitions, as they medaled in five of the six relay events entered: Haley Bennett, Elysia Biro, Megan Romkes and See PROVINCIALS, page A42
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“We arrived bright and early at Springwood Park both mornings only to get the call they’d been cancelled,” Royals’ skipper Dave Wallace said. “We knew we were in tough ... we’ll have to reschedule them.” Nanaimo and Parksville by comparison, he said, “have been the sunbelt, having not had a rainout to this point.” The Royals have had players in the news of late. Oceanside’s TR Doty was named the league’s Player of the Week last week in large part to his two-
homer game that helped lift his team to an 8-6 win over Abbottsford. Calvin Sandhu was named Pitcher of the Week the week before for his complete game, one-hitter against the Tritons. GAME ON The Victoria Mariners are in town up at Springwood Park for a double header on Saturday. Opening pitch goes at 12:15 p.m. Clayton Isherwood gets the start in game one and Bryan Pawlina, game two.
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but regained form for a 15-8 win in the final over last year’s Champions, Stu McNaughton, Jim Muir and Oliver Fabris of Parksville. Third place went to another Parksville team, Martin Fereday, Alan Brunskill and Ron Davis. Fundraising during the weekend netted $400 for Oceanside Hospice. — NEWS staff
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his way to a meeting with an unnamed BC Hockey League club to go over a job offer. “The new board decided to go in a new direction,” Johnston confirmed. “Was it out of left field for me? No.” The Generals will be hosting their main training camp Aug. 17-19 at Oceanside Place. The team’s VIJHL regular season home opener is Sept. 8 against the Campbell River Storm.
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Delivery and destination fees of $1,455, other fees and certain taxes (including tire levies) and A/C tax ($100, where applicable) are included. License, insurance, applicable taxes, PPSA, admin fee (up to $699) and registration fees are extra. See dealer for full details. ♦Cash purchase price for 2012 Sorento LX MT (SR55AC) is $22,667 and includes a cash savings of $3,100 (which is deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes and cannot be combined with special lease and finance offers), delivery and destination fees of $1,650, other fees and certain taxes (including tire levies) and A/C tax ($100, where applicable). License, insurance, applicable taxes, PPSA, admin fee up to $699 and registration fees are extra. Retailer may sell for less. Available at participating dealers. See dealer for full deails. ‡Loan savings for 2012 Forte Sedan LX “PLUS” AT (FO74PC) is $1,500 and is available on purchase financing only on approved credit (OAC). Loan savings vary by model and trim and are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. Some conditions apply. ¥Additional $1,100 cash bonus on the cash purchase or lease of an eligible MY12/MY13 Sorento or Sorento 2 (Two) Payments On Us offer (on approved credit) available to eligible retail customers who purchase or finance or lease a new 2012/2013 Sorento from a participating dealer between June 1 - June 10, 2012. Offer is subject to change without notice and not stackable with other current promotional offers. See your dealer for complete details. Eligible lease and purchase finance (including FlexChoice) customers will receive a cheque in the amount of two payments (excluding taxes) to a maximum of $550/month. Lease and finance (including FlexChoice) purchases are subject to approved credit. Cash customers will be given a choice between $1,100 reductions from the selling/leasing price before taxes or dealer can issue a cheque to the customers. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. >ECO-Credit for 2012 Optima Hybrid is $1,000 and is applicable to the purchase or lease of a new 2012 Kia Optima Hybrid. Available at participating dealers. Certain restrictions apply. See dealer for details. ††Competitive Bonus offer available on the purchase or lease of new 2012 Optima (excluding Hybrid)/2012 Forte models at a value of $500 (deducted before tax) for owners of a Honda Accord/Civic, Toyota Camry/Corolla or Mazda6/Mazda3 with proof of ownership. Certain restrictions apply. Offer is transferrable within same household (must provide proof of address). Limit of one bonus per customer or household. Offer not combinable with any other loyalty/conquest offers. Offer ends June 30, 2012. ^2012 Kia Forte Sedan/2012 Kia Sorento awarded the Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Visit iihs.org for full details. ▲Highway/city fuel consumption of these vehicles may vary. These estimates are based on Transport Canada’s approved criteria and testing methods. Refer to the Government of Canada’s EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption will vary. For more information on our 5-year warranty coverage, visit kia.ca or call us at 1-877-542-2886. KIA is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation.
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Joanna Redenbach teamed up to take double gold with first place finishes in the Girls 12&U 200 Medley Relay, and the 12&U 200 Freestyle relay. Nicole Biro, Richelle Bruyckere, Maude McGibbon and Lauren Gilmour grabbed gold in the 13-14 200 Freestyle Relay, and bagged bronze in the 200 Medley Relay. Ethan Stannard, Katie Redenbach, Sophie Lorette, and Jack Confortin pooled their efforts for a silver medal in the Mixed 10&U 200 Free Relay. NEXT UP The Breakers now shift their attention to the AAA Provincial Championships in Richmond July
5-9. From there four swimmers from the local club will be selected to the BC Summer Games in Surrey, which Cheung has been recognized by being handed the head coaching duties for Zone 6 (Vancouver Island/Central Coast). The final meet of the season for the Breakers will be at the Far Western Championships in San Jose, California August 1-5. “This is one of the largest agegroup meets in the world and a new experience for the team,” said Cheung, adding the Breakers will be fundraising for the big trip by helping with the concession at the Qualicum Triathlon this Sunday (June 24) at Ravensong Aquatic Centre.
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Minor lacrosse was centre stage at Oceanside Place Wednesday evening and the hometown Sharks sure looked hungry as they took to the floor for back-to-back games and outscored their opponents, 25-7. Oceanside’s Midget B Sharks opened the home stand with a wide-open run and gun against Nanaimo. The Timbermen opened the scoring, and the Sharks led 3-2 after the first stanza. Nanaimo struck early in the second, but Oceanside nailed down the 11-3 win with eight unanswered goals. It was the Sharks’ final regular season game, and left them sitting fourth in the 12-team Island league at 11-5. “Real good game by our guys,” Sharks’ exec Phil Anderson confirmed after. “I thought our second year Midget players stepped up their game and played really hard in their final home game of minor lacrosse.” That was the case for five of the local lads on the roster of 13 — four of those have been playing boxla for years. On Wednesday, captain Jarrett Weme led the charge offensively for the Sharks with a hat trick. Curtis Novak and Luke Russi tallied for two goals apiece, and Chase Anderson, Ian Whibley, Nick Buksa and Jory Clermont chipped in with
singles. Earning extra props for their efforts were Chase and Josh Bouchard “who were beasts on defence,” and Whibley, a first year boxla player that’s paid big dividends. “He’s been our biggest story this year — he’s a naturally gifted athlete, and from the beginning to the end of the season he’s by far our most improved player.” Other standouts included Buksa, Erik Johnston, and Quinn Donaldson “who were real good game changers retrieving loose balls,” and Brock Johnston “who played a really good hard steady game.” Sharks ‘tender Jason Linn was solid and made the big stops when he had to to pick up the win in net. “Our boys have really come together as a team — they’ve faced a lot of adversity this year,” said Anderson, and agreed the squad of 15 and 16-year-olds are looking forward to their opening round best of three series against Campbell River. “We match up very evenly so it should be a great series.” The Midget B Sharks open their playoffs with a best of three series against the Campbell River Ravens with game one and two on Saturday in, wait now, Victoria, with game three, if necessary, to go Sunday. The Ravens finished the
regular season sitting fifth at 10-6-1 and won the only head to head against Oceanside, 3-2, the beginning of June. “It’s ridiculous; can you imagine how Campbell River feels?,” Anderson confirmed when asked the logic of making two up-Island teams travel to Victoria for their neutral site series. Port Alberni or even Courtenay would have surely sufficed. “It just doesn’t make sense, I mean now you’re talking hotel rooms if it goes to Sunday.” In the evening game, the Intermediate C Sharks blasted Port Alberni 14-4 in a rough one that saw two tilts at game’s end. The older Sharks host Saanich at 3:45 p.m. Saturday for their final home game of the year, and close out their regular season the following Tuesday (June 26) against those same Tigers in Fuller Lake. IN OTHER RESULTS The Bantam B Sharks were in Comox Wednesday night where they rolled to a 12-7 win over the hometown Wild. The win lifts the Sharks to 10-4-1 on the regular season (with two of those losses against a team that has since moved up a tier) and has them sitting third in the eight-team Island league. They close out their regular season this Sunday against JDF #2 (1 and 4 p.m. start times).
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