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SCHOOL DISTRICT 69
Searching for stability
Large turnover at senior staff levels presents some challenges LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
Acting superintendent of schools Rollie Koop thinks our district desperately needs leadership stability, and that’s why he made a request to the board to run current administrative appointments until the end of this school year. Koop has been at the board office for five years and since that time the superintendent position has been turned over twice, as has the assistant secretary-treasurer position and the HR manager position. Other leadership roles that have changed hands in the last five years include secretary-treasurer, HR assistant, IT manager and operations manager. There are also four new trustees, only one with experience in the public education sector, Koop said. “That is a great deal of leadership change and presents significant succession issues,” he said in an e-mail. This succession challenge, brought on by an aging cohort of educational and business operations leaders, he said, is being felt by many other districts, leaving fewer individuals willing to take on the challenge of district-level leadership. See SEARCH, page A6
Chasing a burglar JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com
There’s a man wearing a mask looking to break into homes near Morningstar Golf Course. He might be better off being caught by the police rather than one local woman. “I was raised in the country,” said the woman who did not want her name published. “I’m not a small woman and I’m not afraid to confront him.” See SUSPECT, page A7
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NEW PARK IN BOWSER: Alberni-Pacific MLA Scott Fraser gives the new slide a try during the grand opening Thursday of Henry Morgan Community Park in Bowser. Watching Fraser slide were, from left, Regional District of Nanaimo chair Joe Stanhope, RDN director Bill Veenhof and Kwalikum First Nations representative Michael Recalma. Funding for this park project was achieved through reserve funds from the Electoral Area H Community Parks budget in the amount of $100,000 and a grant in the amount of $85,000 from the Province of British Columbia’s Community Recreation Program.
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The record breaking 33 mm rain in 18 minutes Parksville received Sep. 3 is still being felt as stores continue to re-open after drying out and cleaning up. The Legion’s lounge is still closed and could be for another month or more, but they have re-started service in their hall which escaped the couple inches of standing water the back of the building got. The temporary lounge in the hall opens at 1 p.m. Sundays and 11 a.m. every other day and closes at different times each evening ranging from 6 Monday to 11 Wednesday, Friday and Saturdays when there’s a dance. They are still running bingo every Monday to Friday evening as usual. Check their facebook page (Br49 Mt Arrowsmith) or stop in for one of their calendars for details on the many events still taking place. Rumours of a “cash mob” to help re-open Stedmans may have been premature as the store isn’t sure when they will re-open yet, but are hoping for soon after Thanksgiving. — Auren Ruvinsky
VIU offers unique open house events Ever wanted to get up close and personal with a 200 pound sturgeon, watch a chemical concoction explode, operate a mini-excavator, or add your creative flair to a communal art collage? Or what about attending a stimulating free public lecture, observing an informative university class, discovering the fossils of Vancouver Island, or finding out how to take part in an international field school? Residents in Parksville and Qualicum Beach can do all of this and more at Vancouver Island University’s (VIU) Open House on Friday, October 18, 1 pm to 6 pm, at the Nanaimo campus. — NEWS Staff/VIU
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FIRE FIGHTING MAKES A GUY HUNGRY: Cody Butterworth looks like he’s ready to go to work with his mom the firefighter, but he needed a hot dog first during the Parksville Volunteer Fire Department’s open house on Sunday. It’s Fire Prevention Week in B.C., and we salute all of this region’s firefighters. See our special feature inside today on pages A16 and A25.
PARKSVILLE RESIDENTS REMINDED
No pruning pick-ups this fall Some Parksville residents seem to be piling clippings, anticipating city pick-up
As announced last spring, the City of Parksville’s fall wood chipping program was cancelled, mostly due to budget constraints. City communication officer Debbie Tardiff said aside from council having to prioritize services, they had heard from residents in previous years that the collection following Thanksgiving was too early to catch all the annual pruning anyway so they are focusing on the spring
collection. “The spring program should provide residents with sufficient time to collect pruned branches, winter storm fall and dispose of Christmas trees,” Tardiff said. She said it appears some people are starting piles on their property anticipating a fall pick up. “If you have branches to be chipped and are not able to keep them until spring, please take them to the Church Road Transfer Station.” Call the Engineering and Operations Department at 250-248-5412 for more information. — Auren Ruvinsky
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With water supply, climate change and fish habitat issues hot topics both locally and nationally, the Canadian Association for Rainwater Management (CANARM) is introducing a new education and certification program in rainwater harvesting and management. The not-for-profit association is hosting a seminar and certification exam called “From Gutter to Garden, from Rooftop to Tap” in Parksville on Oct. 22 for anyone working in or interested in anything to do with irrigation, landscaping and development and water issues in general. This is the first of several levels of certification being developed in regions across the country, funded through training, membership, research and CANARM’s mandate drives its members to be involved in beneficial projects with community groups, businesses, educational institutions and especially with municipal departments. The association aims to streamline processes for the design and approval of rainwater harvesting systems. The $225 seminar at Oceanside Place runs 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., the certification exam is $125 at 5 p.m. To register or for more information call 250933-6335, e-mail jamie@raindropharvesting. ca or visit www.canarm.org or www.facebook. com/CANARM.BC.
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With garbage easily accessible in urban areas, bears like the one above seen recently in a Vancouver Island community often come into our communities looking for food, says a local expert.
IT’s THE TIME OF YEAR FOR BEARs TO COME INTO OUR COMMUNITIEs AND . . .
Plentiful deer attract cougars ‘Please don’t feed the deer and do not feed bears in any shape or form’ JOHN HARDING
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On Sept. 28 at 3:54 a.m., the Oceanside RCMP say they responded to a general intrusion alarm at the French Creek Shell Station on the Island Highway and found that the business had indeed been entered and the telephone lines had been cut. Officers were able to review surveillance video, which showed three suspects and their vehicle. The vehicle was located and stopped by police on Fern Street at Memorial Avenue in Qualicum Beach. Three suspects were arrested. Police say 46-year-old Arthur Kelly and 23-year-old Raymond Nasby have been charged with break and enter and disguise with intent, and 48-year-old Clinton Pearce has been charged with break and enter. As of Oct. 2, the three accused remained in custody. — NEWS Staff/RCMP
Where there are deer, cougars are sure to follow. And where there is garbage, fruit and bird feeders, bears will come calling for a free, take-out lunch. Incidents of interaction in urban areas between humans, cougars and bears are on the rise this fall, says Crystal McMillan, the executive director of Bear Smart B.C. Consulting, a company that works with municipalities on these issues. “We’ve had a lot more calls and a lot more incidents with cougars,” said McMillan. “At this time of year, we start seeing bears coming into communities for food sources, but what’s alarming is we are seeing an increase in cougar attractants at the community level.” It seems deer have been especially prolific in the last year. Anyone who lives in Parksville Qualicum Beach
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This is why the local district has had to extend job postings outside of B.C., he said. The board recently agreed to Koop’s request and announced an extension to the acting appointments of superintendent, assistant superintendent and director of instruction until the end of this school year. The previous superintendent of schools, Jim Ansell, stepped down from his position in March, when Koop took over the position.
A search began then to fill the position in the Spring, but in June the board extended the timeline for the search, citing that three out of the five candidates pulled out of the selection process to take other offers. The search was suspended in June and just re-initiated last week. Koop was one of the candidates in the Spring, and said he has been encouraged by the board to reapply this fall.
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The masked intruder was caught on a webcam of this woman’s neighbour in the area of Roberton Boulevard and Arrowsmith Way. She said he appears to be a caucasian male in his 30s who works alone. He has broken car windows to steal the contents within.
On Friday, the brazen criminal set the motion light off at the woman’s house at 3 a.m. She ran after him, despite the fact she was told he may be armed with a knife. The woman said Sunday she has also been receiving odd phone calls
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An intriguing collection of paintings and photography by members of the Arrowsmith Art Group are currently hanging at the McMillan Arts Centre. The art group formed in 1988 and is today made up of 12 artists. The members are a talented and lively bunch, and together they have won a variety of awards and contests and have sold their works across Canada and overseas. One of the members has won the Emily Carr photo contest in the past, and another had her work selected for Parksville’s banner contest. Her piece hung in downtown Parksville for two years.
Eight of the members currently have work at the MAC: Luke Downs, Anne Sauder, Helen Binns, Penny Marshall, Margorie Dunlop, Katherine Lennox, Oliva Mennie and Micheline Messner. This is the first show at the MAC since the renovations were completed. The Arrowsmith Art Group’s work is located in the Concert Gallery and will be up for the month of October. Other artists featured at the MAC this month are Michael and Els Shutte in the Oceanside Gallery and Will Datene in the Nemeth Gallery. The MAC is located at 133 McMillan Street in Parksville. For more information visit www. mcmillanartscentre.com or call 250-248-8185. —NEWS Staff
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This is the final article in a series on the PVFD. Residents are encouraged to stop by the fire hall or send comments to info@parksville.ca.
to 2020, intended to take care of equipment maintenance, pre-incident planning, training and inspections. This will help to fill workload gaps and relieve pressure on volunteer resources. Factors which could trigger further staff increases include increasing call volumes, volunteer unavailability or the inability to recruit enough volunteers. Other influencing factors could include boundary expansion leading to increased building inventory, infill with higher density construction, population and/or call volumes, which might also trigger the need for an additional station or stations.
Although it is impossible to predict the future, the PVFD Over the next few years, the PVFD will face a number of actively plans for the future by maintaining comprehensive challenges - recruitment and retention of volunteers, the data on trends, historical data on calls for service and on continuous evolution from a strictly “fire suppression” service membership. The department plans such as the staffing plan to a broad “multi-disciplined are updated regularly and the emergency response” service, “We are optimistic about the future of the strategic plan is updated at and the continuing challenge department. Recruitment will always be a least every five years. The to provide properly trained and challenge; it’s a struggle to get volunteers and department monitors municipal equipped crews. All will have most importantly, to retain them. Our firefighters plans and attempts to predict significant effects on the future have full or part-time day jobs in addition to likely outcomes in terms of of the department. emergency services impacts and training and volunteering. We recognize it’s not High turnover in the departfuture needs. The crystal ball easy,” said Fire Chief Doug Banks. ment has meant shorter might look something like this: lengths of service and less experienced members. The • Two additional positions by 2020. demographics of our community and the lack of local career • Little change in terms of volunteer staffing foreseeable opportunities will affect department turnover. The PVFD for next 10 years. recognizes the commitment required; significantly different from most volunteer jobs. The smaller the community, the • One station for foreseeable future unless changes in the smaller the resource to call upon for volunteers. At this time, municipal boundary or amalgamation. there are 39 volunteer firefighters, just enough but the • Possible move to a more paid-call system for volunteer department would prefer to see a waiting list. members. The PVFD, similar to other departments, faces budget pressures • Consider more ways to recognize service commitments and must continually assess service delivery options to ensure such as medical and dental benefits or savings plans fiscal responsibility while at the same time meeting the for volunteer members. expectations of citizens. The longer an effective volunteer • Possibility of looking at a part-time, availability based, force can be maintained, the less financial burden on the City. scheduling and paying of firefighters to ensure on duty The PVFD and the City will need to consider the economy of coverage for times when volunteer staff are historically a volunteer department versus a paid department. A slow unavailable. transition is expected over time, with two staff added closer
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It was announced earlier this year that due to budget constraints, the City’s wood chipping program will be held only once per year, in the spring, identified as the most practical and efficient time for the program. In previous years, residents have commented to us that collection following Thanksgiving was too early for annual pruning. Because collection takes about two weeks and the City’s seasonal staff finish the end of October, this was the latest we could collect in the fall.
Great BC ShakeOut Drill Reminder to mark your calendars and register for the 2013 Great British Columbia Shakeout drill. Participation is a great way for you and your family or for businesses to become better prepared to survive and recover quickly from major earthquakes. Participating creates a positive understanding of the importance of earthquake awareness and emergency preparedness. For updates and resources please visit www.shakeoutbc.ca and the City’s website.
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The spring program should provide residents with sufficient time to collect pruned branches, winter storm fall and dispose of Christmas trees. If you have branches to be chipped and are not able to keep them until spring, please take to the Church Road Transfer Station.
Temple Street Upgrade If you were not able to attend the Temple Street upgrade open house held last week, the information presented at the session is now on the web http:// parksville.ca/cms.asp?wpID=461
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Town Hall Council Meeting The next town hall Council meeting set for October 21 at the McMillan Arts Centre will provide a less formal occasion for residents to engage with Council. The Council meeting starts at 6 pm with the town hall meeting at 7 pm. One of the items to be discussed is the possibility of reducing Highway 19A to two lanes from the Orange Bridge to the end of City limits. Additional agenda items will be determined by the Mayor in collaboration with Council and staff. We hope you will attend.
Utility Notices Notices covering water, sewer, garbage and recycling were mailed on September 30. If you do not receive your notice by October 9, please call 250 954-4653.
City Dates October 10
Coffee with Council
October 10
Council Meeting (Budget)
October 14
Thanksgiving Holiday (office closed)
October 17
Great BC ShakeOut Earthquake Drill
October 17
Advisory Planning Commission
October 17
Coffee with Council
October 21
Town Hall Council Meeting
October 24
Coffee with Council
October 31
Coffee with Council
November 4
Council Meeting
November 7
Coffee with Council
November 11
Remembrance Day (office closed)
November 14
Coffee with Council
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Advisory Design Panel
November 18
Council Meeting
November 21
Advisory Planning Commission
November 21
Coffee with Council
The public is encouraged to attend Council meetings held on the first and third Mondays of the month and is welcome to observe advisory committee meetings. Please refer to the website for agendas, dates and times as well as Council meeting highlights and minutes.
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he standard rule of the road is pedestrians have the right of way, and all drivers should be on the alert for both walkers and cyclists. With the sunlight hours diminishing, we have to say both walkers and cyclists carry some responsibility for their own safety, too. We have noticed — darn near mowed them down — people walking their dogs or out for a stroll in the dark lately, without any kind of reflective clothing. When we come close to hitting them, they yell at us and wave the one-finger salute. Vancouver Police Department statistics show 19 pedestrians were killed on that city’s streets in 2012. That’s more deaths than those killed as cyclists, drivers, passengers and motorcyclists combined. Yes, Vancouver is very different than Parksville Qualicum Beach. The sheer number of both drivers and pedestrians alone might make one believe this is not a fair comparison and that simple math will tell you the instances of pedestrian deaths are going to be way higher in a metropolis like Vancouver than here. Fair enough. But there are also many more sidewalks and a lot more street lights in Vancouver than there are in Parskville Qualicum Beach. Comparisons aside, we are pleading today for pedestrians in our region to pay more attention to what they wear, along with the location and time of day they are out walking or running. It’s irresponsible and dangerous to just leave the house in dark clothing and figure it’s all on the drivers. At the risk of being too dramatic, we ask you all to consider a ghastly scenario where a walker, in dark clothing, is clipped and killed by a driver in our part of the world. The walker is dead and his friends and family face painful feelings, perhaps forever. The driver, too, may never wash away the horror and guilt of the accident, regardless of fault. Yes, drivers must always be aware of their surroundings and look for pedestrians and cyclists. Today, we also plead with those using our roadways without a vehicle to pay better attention to what they are wearing and what side of the street they are walking (facing traffic if no sidewalks). If you are riding a bike, wear reflective clothing, cycle on the proper side of the road (with traffic), stay off the sidewalks and for goodness sake, put on a helmet. — Editorial by John Harding
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Letters Fitness thanks A special thank you to Amber Macdonald, one of the marvelous aqua-fit instructors at Ravensong Aquatic Centre. Amber is making a difference in many lives by not only improving our fitness levels but her caring attitude makes being in her class a true pleasure. Thank you Amber — we hope you will stay and look after us for a very long time. Jerry Filipski Parksville
niRWa needs help The North Island Wildlife Recovery Association (NIWRA) was established in 1985 to operate a shelter for injured and orphaned wildlife for the purpose of rehabilitation and release of animals brought to the centre. The interim years have seen a growth in the centre with greater and greater numbers of birds and animals being brought in. We have concentrated on public education to try and reduce these numbers. Because some of the animals brought to us are too badly injured to ever be completely rehabilitated and returned to the wild, they are kept here to live out their lives and their stories are used for public education as well. Over the years, because of the increase in intake of numbers of non-releasable animals and the costs required to care for them, the maintenance of our enclosures has become a major expense and there is much upgrading required to keep our residents comfortable. We also have a difficulty with aboveground water lines that have frozen on occasion, requiring a great deal of work to provide the resident bears and raptors with water. We desperately need to place these
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lines underground. Our facility is basically run by a small staff base and 52 volunteers. NIWRA has the opportunity to participate in the Aviva Community Fund where it’s votes from the public that get us the money. That’s where readers of The NEWS come in. Just go on our website and connect with the Aviva banner to our project, register your e-mail and start voting. We need to be in the top five contenders to move onto the next stage of funding. Right now we are about 12th so we need some fresh votes. Please pass this along to your e-mail, Facebook and Twitter friends so we can soar above and get up to $100,000 for the centre. Happy voting. If you encounter any problems, please email us at wildlife@niwra.org and we can help you through it. sylvia Campbell, president north island WildliFe reCovery Centre Errington
We need tRains It is interesting and disappointing to note that both Parksville and Qualicum Beach councils do not approve of the E&N resuming service. Railroads are one of the cheapest and safest transportation methods for commuters and freight. If you total the amount it costs to operate cars and trucks with the amount of accidents on our roads (not counting deaths and suffering) it can be astronomical. Another thing I read was with the president of Southern Railway, the company operating the railroad for the Island Corridor Foundation, is that the E&N is safe. He should be someone who has intimate knowledge and responsibility of railroading. We already have a precious infrastruc-
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I understand that the purpose of letters to the editor is to provide one’s point of view, however I would have expected that The Parksville Qualicum Beach News would at least require these to have a basis in reality prior to being published. In the Oct. 3 edition of The NEWS, there was a letter written by Brenda Hadley from Coombs (‘Where’s Our MLA?’) that could not have passed the most fundamental fact checking. Perhaps it is because Hadley is not a resident of the Parksville-Qualicum riding that she is not aware of the presence of our MLA during the most recent sitting of the legislature. A quick internet search for “Michelle Stilwell youtube” will reveal not only the fallacy of Hadley’s misconception but also demonstrate how well our MLA represented our riding while there. Further review of past editions of this newspaper would also help Hadley to understand how our MLA has been involved within the community. Of course part of the job description of a politician is to receive public scrutiny and there are often many valid points of this nature to be made. Hadley’s letter does not attempt to do this and instead simply demonstrates banal partisan rhetoric of a nature that I would have hoped The NEWS would not repeat.
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VieWs in the News We asked: Would you be in favour of raising the drinking age to 21 from 19? Why or why not?
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Chris burger mayor, City of parksville City hall office: 250-954-4661 e-mail: chrisburger@ parksville.ca
Joe stanhope Chairman, regional district of nanaimo 250-390-4111 e-mail: corpsrv@ rdn.bc.ca
Rules to write by No…because we don’t live in the States.
I don’t see the need for that, it’s been 19 forever and it doesn’t seem like a problem.
There are responsible 19-year-olds. If they’re old enough to vote, they’re old enough to drink.
No. Kids will find a way to drink, age is not a restriction anyway.
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I heard the news today, oh boy
Some inspiring and humorous news hidden behind the regular grief and foreboding
I’m having a lot of trouble with the news these days. News reports I mean — I don’t watch The National with Peter Mansbridge anymore. I gave it up the night the lead story featured a panoramic shot of slaughtered bodies in — I don’t remember — was it Somalia? Nigeria? A high school gym in Colorado? Doesn’t matter. A small inner voice murmured “Is that the kind of image you want running in your brain just before you go to sleep?” It wasn’t. I gave it up cold turkey. Well, not really. I’m tapering off with World Report on CBC Radio — but even that’s beginning to get to me. This morning as I ate breakfast I was informed about bombings in Syria, a financial crisis on Wall Street, neo-Nazis in Greece and a serial killer in Argentina. None of which I can do bugger-all about. If I was having breakfast with an actual human whispering this litany of grief
and foreboding into my ear, said human would end up wearing my bowl of granola. Why do I allow my radio to do it to me?
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Good news No matter, let me offer, by way of antidote, a couple of news stories that should have led the news, but didn’t. The first one concerns Joey Prusak, a 19-year-old who works in a Minneapolis Dairy Queen. He was at the counter when he saw some dirt bag pick up a visually impaired customer’s 20 dollar bill and slip it in her purse. Joey refused to serve the thief until she returned the stolen money. She refused. Joey gave the victim 20 bucks out of his own pocket. No big deal to the boys on the news desk, but a heart-nudging deal in a
...Ann Makosinski, a British Columbian who may have just changed the world with an invention she dreamed up. It’s a flashlight — a flashlight that needs no batteries, toxic chemicals, or power source... Arthur blAck
world immersed in greed and me-firstism. And then there’s Ann Makosinski, a British Columbian who may have just changed the world with an invention she dreamed up. It’s a flashlight — a flashlight that needs no batteries, toxic chemicals, or power source — other than the heat from a human body. She was inspired by a trip to the Philippines where she met a student who
failed her year because there was no electricity, hence no light to study after dark. Her invention may literally ‘enlighten’ the world. Ann is a 15-year-old student in Grade 11. How heart-warming is that? But I can’t report the news without at least one naval disaster. We had one recently when two Canadian warships, the destroyer HMCS Algonquin and the supply ship HMCS Protecteur, crashed into each other en route to Hawaii. No one was injured, but the Algonquin, which is Canada’s only destroyer on the Pacific, is out of commission indefinitely. You have to love a country where a minor fender bender disables the entire western naval fleet. With our navy in for repairs and our air force grounded while Ottawa dickers over fighter jets, I guess Canada won’t be doing any international sabre-rattling for quite some time. I’m okay with that.
An application by FortisBC Energy (Vancouver Island) Inc. for approval of 2014 revenue requirements and rates NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PROCEDURAL CONFERENCE THE APPLICATION
On September 25, 2013, FortisBC Energy (Vancouver Island) Inc. (FEVI) applied to the British Columbia Utilities Commission (Commission) for approval of interim and permanent delivery rates for 2014 (Application) pursuant to sections 59 to 61 and 89 of the Utilities Commission Act and the Special Direction to the Commission pursuant to Order in Council 1510. The Application seeks approval, among other things, to maintain the current (2013) rates for Core Market sales and transportation customers, other than customers who have specified rates in their transportation service agreements, for 2014. INTERVENTIONS
Persons wishing to actively participate in the FEVI proceeding must register as Interveners through the Commission’s website at bcuc.com by Thursday, October 17, 2013. In their registration, Interveners must identify the issues that they intend to pursue and indicate the extent of their anticipated involvement in the review process. Interveners will each receive a copy of all non-confidential correspondence and filed documentation, and must provide an email address if available. Non-residents of the FEVI service area must state why their interests are affected; the Commission Panel may otherwise restrict registration to residents of the FEVI service area. Persons not expecting to actively participate, but who have an interest in the proceeding, should register as Interested Parties through the Commission’s website or in writing by Thursday, October 17, 2013, identifying their interest in the proceeding. By participating and/or providing comment on the Application, you agree that all submissions and/or correspondence received will be placed on the public record and posted on the Commission’s website.
THE REGULATORY PROCESS
The Commission has established a Preliminary Regulatory Timetable for the regulatory review of the Application. This Preliminary Regulatory Timetable can be viewed on the Commission’s website at bcuc.com. PUBLIC INSPECTION OF DOCUMENTS
The Application and supporting material will be made available for inspection at the following locations:
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Teacher goes back to school for art Patricia Carroll moved to this area in 2001 LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
Artist Patricia Carroll doesn’t do fruit. So when she was tasked with painting pears at a recent art workshop she wasn’t too thrilled. But in the end she was happy with the exercise and the outcome. “So I made this pear and it was actually quite good, but I don’t do fruit,” she said, explaining that abstract and nature are her first loves. But then she got an idea. “I thought birds, oh my God, birds look like pears! So I did this whole series of birds and they come from a pearshape,” she said. Carroll added her signature handcrafted stamps to the pieces, along with some complementary colours and shapes, and the result is a playful series of abstract and colourful birds. These are just some of the pieces that will be on display in her studio during the Nanoose Bay Thanksgiving Studio Tour, happening October 12-14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The tour includes a studio guide
that leads people on a self-guided journey through Nanoose Bay stopping off at a number of artist studios in that area. Carroll hails from Ontario where she first fell in love with art and nature. She was a teacher for 30 years in that province, and during the early days of her career, she began night classes at the Ontario College of Art in weaving and photography. She continued to hone her craft in painting and other artistic endeavours throughout her teaching career. After she retired from teaching, she moved to this area in 2001 and she has been studying art and painting ever since. She said there’s something pretty special about this area. “I find that the whole place hums with creativity, it just vibrates. And there’s no egos, everyone’s willing to help and everyone wants to learn more,” she said. “It’s quite refreshing.” These days, Carroll works with transparent acrylic paints, doing a lot of abstract expressionism and often makes use of her extensive collection of handcarved stamps. “They’re really fabulous and you get
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Artist Patricia Carroll will have her abstract birds up at her studio during the Nanoose Bay Thanskgiving Studio Tour happening Oct 12-14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
some really interesting patterns and designs,” she said. Her paintings will be for sale at her studio during the Nanoose Bay Studio Tour, along with her $20 original miniature paintings. A variety of other artists will have their studios open for the tour where people can check out handcrafted metal and wood
designs, steel sculptures, pottery, jewelry, wood-turned creations, crafts and more. Pick up a Studio Tour guide at Fairwinds Centre, located on Fairwinds Drive, or download a Studio Tour map from the website: www.nanoosebaystudiotour. com. The group is also on Facebook. For more on Carroll, visit: www.patriciacarroll.ca.
ECHO PLAYERS’ LATEST PRODUCTION REVIEWED
Knickers delivers punchy lines with ease REVIEW BY LISSA ALEXANDER
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With secret clothing compartments, illegal lingerie and a lengthy makeout scene, was there any question Nana’s Naughty Knickers would be entertaining? Sure there was the odd forgotten line on opening night, and a couple of little blunders with the props, but I felt it added to the lively and comical ambience of the production which the cast pulled off pleasingly. Nana’s Naughty Knickers plays at the Village Theatre until Oct 20. The story surrounds Nana—also known as Sylvia Charles—played by Kathy Harper, a widow who decides
to make and sell lingerie for seniors, a Including my favourite scene with the company she calls Saucy Clips Etcetera. oversized nipple tassel piece. Priceless. Joanne Bush also has some very There are a couple of actors in the play who endeavour to play characters much punchy lines that she delivers with ease older than themselves, and Kathy’s one (including in the nipple tassel scene) as of them. Although it is a bit of a stretch, she plays the role of Vera Walters, who is (and Kathy admits in her bio that she again a bit of a stretch from her own age. Glen Parry does a nice job in his thetook the role after three other actresses were forced to withdraw) she is highly atrical debut as a sweet and naive policeskilled and does an admiral job bringing man, which he was coerced into playing the character to life. In the play Nana’s by his girlfriend Kaylee, and for good reagranddaughter comes to stay with her son. (You’ll see.) Jim Currey is a believable miserly for the summer, while she’s looking for accommodation during law school in landlord, and Jody Tkach injects some the fall. This role is played by Kaylee Norn spunk with her outrageous character who gives a strong performance especial- Heather Van Pree. pq news ad sm_Layout 2013-09-30 9:07Shawn AM Page 1 ly in her delivery of some hilarious lines. I also1really enjoyed Lestage as
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240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay, BC (16 kms. North of Qualicum Beach on Hwy 19A. 6 kms. South of Bowser)
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Fire Prevention Week October 6 - 12 Bow-Horne Bay
Missing: Training Officer: Philip Brown, Captain: Jesse Partridge, Firefighters: Chris Bennett, Charles Brown, Dennis McQuillan, Keith Nickerson, Doug Prizeman ad=nd Firefighter Cadet: Kyra Wilson.
Coombs-Hilliers
Errington
From left to right, Back row: Jeremy Morton, Howard Jestin, Mel Scott, Cpt. Brain McCauley, Jasper Edge, John Gray, James Woodyatt, Darren Francoeur, Jake Hurst, Mark Hurst, Lt. Zach Stonley, Lt. Adam Hillsden, Lt. Stephen Hogg, Myles Belobaba, Dan. Sorg, Damian Larson, Darcy Chetcuti, Erica Beauchamp, Ray Cappus, Gary Percival and Sam Walsh. Front Row: Judy Davey, Dave MacVicar, Capt. Lucas Hepting, Deryk Gooding, Darlene Cappus, Sebastien Puts, Shayla Huber, Janice Hooper, Mike Calkins, Courtenay Olson, Chris Alexander and Fire Chief Nick Acciavatti. Missing form photo: Bill March, Kim Morton, Lt. Pat Hyde, Kurt Francoeur, Lt. Dick Shantz, Greg Howard, James Brown, Rick Honzier, Jory Lampman and Jessica Brown.Hogg, Myles Belobaba, Dan. Sorg, Damian Larson, Darcy Chetcuti, Erica Beauchamp, Ray Cappus, Gary Percival, Sam Walsh, Hogg, Myles Belobaba, Dan. Sorg, Damian Larson, Darcy Chetcuti, Erica Beauchamp, Ray Cappus, Gary Percival and Sam Walsh.
Deep Bay
Front row (l to r) Linda Jordan (retired), Lloyd Rae (Assistant Chief), Simone Maguire (Lieutenant), Wendy Scott
Front Row, left to right: Brad Cornish, David Baldinger, Shaleigh Spence, Ben Miller, Morgan Black, Carl Olson, Captain Krystina Stahley
Back row (l to r) Jonathan Ehman, Spencer Rae, John MacMillan, Ed Pater (Captain), Mick Smith, Lynn Gates (retired), Les Barrie
Missing: Captain Kevin Brittain, Dominic Brittain, Jeff Simmons, Bill Van Duin, Mike Bellwood, Teresa Benoit
Missing from photo:
• Clean Kitchen Hood fans • Check your Fire Extinguishers • Check for grease build up FIRE PREVENTION WEEK OCTOBER 6TH-12TH 250-248-9490 (3241 Alberni Hwy),
If a stove-top oil fire starts place a pot lid on it to extinguish and call 911
Chief George Lenz, Rob Cottrell (Lieutenant), Bob Hutton, Margaret Furnell (Administrator), Zoe Fiddler, Jim Fiddler, Paul DenHaan, Jeremy Linning, Jay McIntyre
FIRE INSPECTION CHECKLIST
“We would like to ask our citizens to have their Chimneys and Wood Burning Appliances cleaned and inspected before they use them this season. We also ask that everyone’s street address be visible from both directions so that emergency services can locate your home when seconds count.”
Live in the Dashwood/ Meadowood Areas? Stop by our Dashwood Fire Station between 8:00am - 4:00pm
and pick up a free smoke alarm battery for each smoke alarm in your home. 752-5434 Check us out at dashwoodvfd.com or like our Facebook page or send us a tweet!
Dashwood Volunteer Fire Department
The Errington Volunteer Fire Department. Back row, left to right, are Norm Norman, Kris Bergen, Hugh O’Callaghan, Chris Armour, Brad Williams, Scott Walker, Skyler Collins, Stacey Price, Kevin Kurkiniemi, Penny Portman, Justin Glendale, Amber Cornish, Katie King, Guy Vigneault, Shawn Heine, Richard Reedel, Ralph Christian, Dave Seton. Front row, left to right, are Lieutenant Mason Sigouin, Captain George Klemm, Deputy Chief Brad Knorr, Fire Chief Troy Bater, Lieuenant Dave Dahlstedt. Missing are Chelsea Kelloway, Stuart Gay, Anne Klok and Jody Chambers.
PVFD From left to right: M. Weeks, S. Baillie, D. Britz, M. Davidson, A. Wiersma, M. Butterworth, T. Lotzien, C. Bergestad, G. Ferguson, C. Wuerch, T. Zanchetta, K. King, D. Hildebrand, M. Matzanke, J. Kroell, L. Olson, S. Bartlett, S. Liedl, W. Hoard, L. Schug, T. Long, J. Roberts, B. Tkach, A. Fras, D. Narum, J. Abbott, M. Adelborg, P. Roy, M. Wickman, M. Rencoret, A. Callaway, M. Chandler, T. Crowie, C. Kilfoil. Absent: R. Murison, T. Nolan, A. Tornai, E. Miller, M. Tisdelle, R. Ihl.
Qualicum Beach
Front Row L-R: Cpt. Monica Litton, Roy Burns, Justin Healey, Robb Farrell, Adam Snyder. Mid Row: Morris Bouman, Randall Mark, Alex Smith, Bryce Mack, Fred Bull, Back row: Chief Doug Penny, Cpt. Murray Walker, Training Officer Denis Holme, Dave McCann, Rob Fell, Lt. Leo Groenewegen, Deputy Chief John Newall. Missing from photo: Lt. Robert Hale, Jeremy Maeers, Shawn Newall, Cpt. Cody Nielsen, Ashley Nygren, Rich Pappel, Shane Servant, John Thompson, Ross Thompson.
Top : Denyse Kohse, Jeff Hoard, Cliff Bergum, Mike Rogers Middle Row: Deputy Chief Peter Cornell, Lieutenant Mike Insley, Dan Ritchie, Matt Traynor, Ryan Lay, Friso Mckenzie, Steve Mallory, Lieutenant Brian Hale, Fire Chief Darryl Kohse Front Row: Darren Edwards, Chris Sumando, Jess Humphreys, Nancy Marshall, Mark Watson Missing: Louise Dawson, Rob Junkala, Tristan Jack, Mike Hamilton, Heidi Zabel, Ron Smith, Hans Trupp, Bob Patterson, Douglas Lochhead.
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Appliances and lights are plugged into separate electrical outlets.
Electrical cords are in good condition (not damaged).
Portable space heaters are off whenever a grown-up leaves the room and goes to sleep
Curtains and other things that can burn are away from the stovetop.
A grown-up always stays in the kitchen whenever food is cooking on the stovetop.
All extension cords are used safely (not under carpets or across walking areas.)
Portable space heaters are 3 feet away from anything that can burn.
All escape routes are clear of clutter and easily accessible.
Coombs-Hillier Volunteer Fire Department
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Parksville
Nanoose Bay
Back row, left to right: Darius Bliss, Ian McLean, Wade VanHerwaarden, Eric Lacey, Chris Hillsden, Captain David Fisher, Harlem Brooks, Terry Whibley, Rob Graham, Chief Aaron Poirier
A Few Tips to Prevent Kitchen Fires
ERRINGTON FIRE FIGHTERS will be visiting the
Recruitment Class beginning soon! Call for details.
Elementary School Open House Oct. 20th 11am-3pm • at Hall #1
During
Bring the kids for a photo with Smokey the bear. to talk to the kids about fire safety. 250-248-5601 erringtonfd@shaw.ca
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Dashwood
Top: Chief Steve Anderosov. From left to right, Middle Row: Firefighter Don McKenzie , Support and Logistics Al Horeczy. Front Row: Probationary Firefighter Reg Prasad, Firefighter John Arnold , Captain Kootchie Giroux , D/C Geoff MacIntosh, Firefighter Sterling Ignatescue, First Responder Instructor Bill Lovegrove, Captain Roy Allen, Firefighter Ken Collett
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The clothes dryer has a clean vent and filter (no lint built-up).
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NANOOSE BAY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT Nanoose Bay Volunteer Fire Department plays a major role in the safety of Nanoose and surrounding communities. We are made up of volunteers from all walks of life, gathering for the purpose of fighting fires and providing other emergency first response activities, filling a gap that is much needed in a small community. We recruit at the end of the year and will be looking for dedicated, responsible, reliable and healthy individuals that work well in a team environment and look forward to helping others.
CITY OF PARKSVILLE
FIRE DEPARTMENT
www.fpw.org - OCTOBER 6-12
PREVENT KITCHEN FIRES 250-248-3242 • 160 W. Jensen Avenue www.parksville.ca | www.pvfd.ca
TIPS FOR FIRE PREVENTION WEEK • Time to start thinking about cleaning your chimney for the fall/ winter and preparing for potential power outages. Make sure your smoke detector batteries are tested! • Just a reminder to make sure that your house numbers are easily visible from the road and at night so we can see them in the event of an emergency. • For our safety and yours, if you see our truck emergency lights or our personnel please slow down, we are either at or going to an emergency. • Drive carefully during the increased rain that we may experience in the fall.
Nanoose Bay Volunteer Fire Department
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“Look for us at schools during Fire Prevention Week!” Qualicum Beach Volunteer Fire Department
TOP 10 FIRE SAFETY TIPS • Install smoke detectors • Plan your escape from fire • Keep an eye on smokers • Cook carefully • Give space heaters space • Matches and lighters are not toys • Candles burn • Use electricity safely • Crawl low under smoke • Fire extinguishers are a last resort
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3$
Rosenborg Blue Cheese Wedge 125-150gr
540ml
99
348ml
Castello
Apetina Feta Crumbled Cheese
Pie Filling
Cranberry Sauce
¢
Arla
E.D. Smith
Ocean Spray
120gr
5 200gr
2$
5
2$
Selected 300-500gr
Stuff’n Such Stuffing
Use your Q-Card when you purchase any participating Unilever product & you are instantly entered to WIN a THANKSGIVING prize package!
for
4
Valley Selections Vegetables
Uncle Ben’s
170-180gr
99
Crackers
2$
85gr
for
Green Giant
THANKSGIVING HEADQUARTERS
Premium Pickles
Christie
175gr
3$
2$
Selected, 227-340gr
Classiques Recipe Rice Selections
Bits & Bites
Smoked Oysters or Mussels
Crescents, Biscuits or Rolls
Uncle Ben’s
Christie
Clover Leaf
Pillsbury
Selected, 1lt
2$
for
Green Giant
Bick’s
Dill Pickles or Hamburger Slices
375ml
for
3
4
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Bick’s
Olives, Onions or Gherkins
6
5
255-397gr
Sharp Cold Pack Cheddar, 250gr
McLarens
for
925gr
99
2$ Shells or Puff Pastry
Mini Cheese
400gr
225gr or 1lt
226-250gr
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Original Roast Ground Coffee
Cool Whip
Simply Steam Vegetables
Vegetables
Babybel
Bonus Pack Cheese
Imperial Carefully Aged Cheese
4
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Maxwell House
Kraft
Green Giant
5 99
2$
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Continental
Happy Thanksgiving
Traditional Irish Smoked Ham • Local BC Pork • Lactose & Gluten Free • No Added MSG • No Growth Promotants
Freybe
Parmesano or Italian Wine Salami
2
49 per 100gr
Authentic Smoked Beef Bottom Round
Bonus Q-Points Macy’s
Crisps or Sticks 113-127gr, Each
5000
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bonus
Nutriwhip Dessert Topping 500ml
5000 Kraft Velveeta Loaf 250gr
3000 Fluffo Shortening 454gr
3500
1
Freybe
99
Freybe
Smoked Bavarian Ham
per 100gr
Schneiders
Fat Free or Savoury Herb Turkey Breast
1
99 per 100gr
Garlic Sausage 2 Links
1 2 1
49
Macedonian Style
Triple Cream Brie
3
49 per 100gr
Feta
per 100gr
Shaved Parmesan
per 100gr
99
Canadian
Swiss Cheese
per 100gr
Large Seven Layer Dip
each
Available at Select Stores
Medium
Almond Chicken Chop Suey Large
Chow Mein ..................
9
25
Medium
695 925 895
Dry Garlic Wings ...... 16 Piece
Deep Fried Prawns ..
Average 2-4lb
Lypsyl Lip Balm
Made Fresh Instore
99
each
99
Canadian
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6
99
Schneiders
Minimum 750gr
Damafro
6
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Wild Sockeye Salmon Fillets
4gr
1000
Frozen or Previously Frozen
Aquafresh Toothpaste Selected, 90ml
1500 Nature Clean Liquid Laundry Detergent Unscented, 3lt
5000 Hardingʼs Poultry Stuffing Bag 2ʼs
3000 Bake King Burner Guards 6-10ʼs
Royale Dinner Napkins 40ʼs
5000
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31/40 Size Tail On
Cooked White Tiger Prawns
Frozen or Previously Frozen
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99 per 100gr
1
99
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100
U 10 Size
Colossal East Coast Scallops
3
Frozen or Previously Frozen
69 per 100gr
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Imitation Crab Meat
89
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Bakery Fresh
Bakery Fresh
Raisin Bread
Dinner or Crusty Buns
Happy Thanksgiving
2$ for
Bakery Fresh
4
99 1 12 Pack
Bakery Fresh
Scones
Muffins
99 3
99 3
4 Pack
6 Pack
Country Harvest
Holiday Spice Cake
Cake Wedge
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Organic Crisps Artisan Pumpkin Crackers 397gr
Martinelli’s
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Kii Naturals
750ml
99 Plus Applicable Fees
3$5 for
Mrs. Cubbison’s L’ancetre
Regular Easy-Tie Garbage Bags 40-48’s
99 7
99 4
99 3
Omega Nutrition
Organic Coconut Oil
284-340gr
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Glad
946ml
Stuffing or Organic Cheese Dressing 200gr
2 $5 Sunlight
454gr
99 6
99 4
Oxi Action Dishwasher Power Pacs 55’s
Omega Nutrition
Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
150gr
Sunlight
Liquid Dish Soap 740-950ml
2 $5 99 7 for
Bakery Fresh
English Bay 24 Pack Cookies Each
10 , 000
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Farmer’s Market
Non Alcoholic Sparkling Juice or Lemonade
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Mixed Nuts with 50% U.S. Grade A Peanuts
Selected 340-675gr
300gr
99
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12’s
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Original Cakerie
All other varieties included
Ultra Luxe Bathroom Tissue
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Sweet Treats English Wine Gums 250gr
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Family Favourites Cranberries Dried, 400gr
99 3 Quality Fresh
Organic Walnuts 150gr
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Drop in between 4:00 AND 6:00 PM for a fresh
NEW APPY SPECIAL!
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California “King Label”
Premium Yams 1.52 per kg
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Red Seedless Grapes 4.39 per kg
Sweet Scarlet
99 per lb
¢ per lb
BC Grown “No.1”
California “Dole Label”
Fresh Celery California “Premium”
Fresh Green Beans 4.14 per kg
1
1.52 per kg
88 per lb
69
Jumbo White or Brown Mushrooms
¢
2
5.49 per kg
49
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Washington “Green Giant”
BC “Hot House”
Mixed Coloured Peppers
2lb Bag
3
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3lb Bag BC Grown
Harvest Moon Bouquet
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Antique Watering Can with 4” Flowering Plant
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Fire Prevention Week October 6 - 12 Bow-Horne Bay
Missing: Training Officer: Philip Brown, Captain: Jesse Partridge, Firefighters: Chris Bennett, Charles Brown, Dennis McQuillan, Keith Nickerson, Doug Prizeman ad=nd Firefighter Cadet: Kyra Wilson.
Coombs-Hilliers
Errington
From left to right, Back row: Jeremy Morton, Howard Jestin, Mel Scott, Cpt. Brain McCauley, Jasper Edge, John Gray, James Woodyatt, Darren Francoeur, Jake Hurst, Mark Hurst, Lt. Zach Stonley, Lt. Adam Hillsden, Lt. Stephen Hogg, Myles Belobaba, Dan. Sorg, Damian Larson, Darcy Chetcuti, Erica Beauchamp, Ray Cappus, Gary Percival and Sam Walsh. Front Row: Judy Davey, Dave MacVicar, Capt. Lucas Hepting, Deryk Gooding, Darlene Cappus, Sebastien Puts, Shayla Huber, Janice Hooper, Mike Calkins, Courtenay Olson, Chris Alexander and Fire Chief Nick Acciavatti. Missing form photo: Bill March, Kim Morton, Lt. Pat Hyde, Kurt Francoeur, Lt. Dick Shantz, Greg Howard, James Brown, Rick Honzier, Jory Lampman and Jessica Brown.Hogg, Myles Belobaba, Dan. Sorg, Damian Larson, Darcy Chetcuti, Erica Beauchamp, Ray Cappus, Gary Percival, Sam Walsh, Hogg, Myles Belobaba, Dan. Sorg, Damian Larson, Darcy Chetcuti, Erica Beauchamp, Ray Cappus, Gary Percival and Sam Walsh.
Deep Bay
Front row (l to r) Linda Jordan (retired), Lloyd Rae (Assistant Chief), Simone Maguire (Lieutenant), Wendy Scott
Front Row, left to right: Brad Cornish, David Baldinger, Shaleigh Spence, Ben Miller, Morgan Black, Carl Olson, Captain Krystina Stahley
Back row (l to r) Jonathan Ehman, Spencer Rae, John MacMillan, Ed Pater (Captain), Mick Smith, Lynn Gates (retired), Les Barrie
Missing: Captain Kevin Brittain, Dominic Brittain, Jeff Simmons, Bill Van Duin, Mike Bellwood, Teresa Benoit
Missing from photo:
• Clean Kitchen Hood fans • Check your Fire Extinguishers • Check for grease build up FIRE PREVENTION WEEK OCTOBER 6TH-12TH 250-248-9490 (3241 Alberni Hwy),
If a stove-top oil fire starts place a pot lid on it to extinguish and call 911
Chief George Lenz, Rob Cottrell (Lieutenant), Bob Hutton, Margaret Furnell (Administrator), Zoe Fiddler, Jim Fiddler, Paul DenHaan, Jeremy Linning, Jay McIntyre
FIRE INSPECTION CHECKLIST
“We would like to ask our citizens to have their Chimneys and Wood Burning Appliances cleaned and inspected before they use them this season. We also ask that everyone’s street address be visible from both directions so that emergency services can locate your home when seconds count.”
Live in the Dashwood/ Meadowood Areas? Stop by our Dashwood Fire Station between 8:00am - 4:00pm
and pick up a free smoke alarm battery for each smoke alarm in your home. 752-5434 Check us out at dashwoodvfd.com or like our Facebook page or send us a tweet!
Dashwood Volunteer Fire Department
The Errington Volunteer Fire Department. Back row, left to right, are Norm Norman, Kris Bergen, Hugh O’Callaghan, Chris Armour, Brad Williams, Scott Walker, Skyler Collins, Stacey Price, Kevin Kurkiniemi, Penny Portman, Justin Glendale, Amber Cornish, Katie King, Guy Vigneault, Shawn Heine, Richard Reedel, Ralph Christian, Dave Seton. Front row, left to right, are Lieutenant Mason Sigouin, Captain George Klemm, Deputy Chief Brad Knorr, Fire Chief Troy Bater, Lieuenant Dave Dahlstedt. Missing are Chelsea Kelloway, Stuart Gay, Anne Klok and Jody Chambers.
PVFD From left to right: M. Weeks, S. Baillie, D. Britz, M. Davidson, A. Wiersma, M. Butterworth, T. Lotzien, C. Bergestad, G. Ferguson, C. Wuerch, T. Zanchetta, K. King, D. Hildebrand, M. Matzanke, J. Kroell, L. Olson, S. Bartlett, S. Liedl, W. Hoard, L. Schug, T. Long, J. Roberts, B. Tkach, A. Fras, D. Narum, J. Abbott, M. Adelborg, P. Roy, M. Wickman, M. Rencoret, A. Callaway, M. Chandler, T. Crowie, C. Kilfoil. Absent: R. Murison, T. Nolan, A. Tornai, E. Miller, M. Tisdelle, R. Ihl.
Qualicum Beach
Front Row L-R: Cpt. Monica Litton, Roy Burns, Justin Healey, Robb Farrell, Adam Snyder. Mid Row: Morris Bouman, Randall Mark, Alex Smith, Bryce Mack, Fred Bull, Back row: Chief Doug Penny, Cpt. Murray Walker, Training Officer Denis Holme, Dave McCann, Rob Fell, Lt. Leo Groenewegen, Deputy Chief John Newall. Missing from photo: Lt. Robert Hale, Jeremy Maeers, Shawn Newall, Cpt. Cody Nielsen, Ashley Nygren, Rich Pappel, Shane Servant, John Thompson, Ross Thompson.
Top : Denyse Kohse, Jeff Hoard, Cliff Bergum, Mike Rogers Middle Row: Deputy Chief Peter Cornell, Lieutenant Mike Insley, Dan Ritchie, Matt Traynor, Ryan Lay, Friso Mckenzie, Steve Mallory, Lieutenant Brian Hale, Fire Chief Darryl Kohse Front Row: Darren Edwards, Chris Sumando, Jess Humphreys, Nancy Marshall, Mark Watson Missing: Louise Dawson, Rob Junkala, Tristan Jack, Mike Hamilton, Heidi Zabel, Ron Smith, Hans Trupp, Bob Patterson, Douglas Lochhead.
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Appliances and lights are plugged into separate electrical outlets.
Electrical cords are in good condition (not damaged).
Portable space heaters are off whenever a grown-up leaves the room and goes to sleep
Curtains and other things that can burn are away from the stovetop.
A grown-up always stays in the kitchen whenever food is cooking on the stovetop.
All extension cords are used safely (not under carpets or across walking areas.)
Portable space heaters are 3 feet away from anything that can burn.
All escape routes are clear of clutter and easily accessible.
Coombs-Hillier Volunteer Fire Department
FREE SMOKE ALARM BATTERY
Parksville
Nanoose Bay
Back row, left to right: Darius Bliss, Ian McLean, Wade VanHerwaarden, Eric Lacey, Chris Hillsden, Captain David Fisher, Harlem Brooks, Terry Whibley, Rob Graham, Chief Aaron Poirier
A Few Tips to Prevent Kitchen Fires
ERRINGTON FIRE FIGHTERS will be visiting the
Recruitment Class beginning soon! Call for details.
Elementary School Open House Oct. 20th 11am-3pm • at Hall #1
During
Bring the kids for a photo with Smokey the bear. to talk to the kids about fire safety. 250-248-5601 erringtonfd@shaw.ca
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Fire Prevention Week October 6 - 12
Dashwood
Top: Chief Steve Anderosov. From left to right, Middle Row: Firefighter Don McKenzie , Support and Logistics Al Horeczy. Front Row: Probationary Firefighter Reg Prasad, Firefighter John Arnold , Captain Kootchie Giroux , D/C Geoff MacIntosh, Firefighter Sterling Ignatescue, First Responder Instructor Bill Lovegrove, Captain Roy Allen, Firefighter Ken Collett
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The clothes dryer has a clean vent and filter (no lint built-up).
The chimney has been inspected and cleaned in the past year.
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The furnace has been inspected in the past year.
All smoke alarms work when tested by a grown-up.
NANOOSE BAY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT Nanoose Bay Volunteer Fire Department plays a major role in the safety of Nanoose and surrounding communities. We are made up of volunteers from all walks of life, gathering for the purpose of fighting fires and providing other emergency first response activities, filling a gap that is much needed in a small community. We recruit at the end of the year and will be looking for dedicated, responsible, reliable and healthy individuals that work well in a team environment and look forward to helping others.
CITY OF PARKSVILLE
FIRE DEPARTMENT
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PREVENT KITCHEN FIRES 250-248-3242 • 160 W. Jensen Avenue www.parksville.ca | www.pvfd.ca
TIPS FOR FIRE PREVENTION WEEK • Time to start thinking about cleaning your chimney for the fall/ winter and preparing for potential power outages. Make sure your smoke detector batteries are tested! • Just a reminder to make sure that your house numbers are easily visible from the road and at night so we can see them in the event of an emergency. • For our safety and yours, if you see our truck emergency lights or our personnel please slow down, we are either at or going to an emergency. • Drive carefully during the increased rain that we may experience in the fall.
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“Look for us at schools during Fire Prevention Week!” Qualicum Beach Volunteer Fire Department
TOP 10 FIRE SAFETY TIPS • Install smoke detectors • Plan your escape from fire • Keep an eye on smokers • Cook carefully • Give space heaters space • Matches and lighters are not toys • Candles burn • Use electricity safely • Crawl low under smoke • Fire extinguishers are a last resort
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Alpaca Quest Gift Shop and Coffee Shop
Arrowsmith Power VAc Ltd. • furnace & duct cleaning • chimney cleaning • dust & dirt removal
Crepes, Scones, Lattes and Teddy Bears
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OCEANSIDE DENTAL
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Max. 2 guests per coupon. Expires Dec. 15/13 Follow us on
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Home of the
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Thanksgiving Dinner Menu Appetizer
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Therese Johnston, front, took third place in the Arrowmsith Chapter FCA Fall Juried Show with her mixed media piece, shown here at the Art Worx Gallery, When Living Was Easy. Behind her, Lisa Danesin, took second place in the show for an abstract piece called Seven Years.
ARROWSMITH CHAPTER OF THE FCA
Jury chooses winners Abstract a departure for women who placed second LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
Until a couple of years ago, Lisa Danesin was creating “very representational” watercolour paintings, and now she’s just won second place in a competition for her abstract piece Seven Years. The competition was the Arrowsmith Chapter FCA Fall Show, juried by signature members of the Federation of Canadian Artists. Danesin said painting abstract is quite a bit different from what she used to create. “The thing with abstract is you don’t plan them ahead of time, so they’re very much about responding to the marks you’re making, rather than having a set plan,” she said. Her inspiration for the piece was a beautiful yet somber poem her daughter showed her about loss. She used mostly acrylic and some water soluble crayon, and then rubbed, rather than brushed on, a bit of colour. She said she loves the creative process of painting, including working through the angst to arrive at a finished piece. Therese Johnston took third prize in the juried show with her mixed media piece she called
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When Living Was Easy. The painting depicts a cluster of colourful little buildings, a theme Johnston has been painting for about 10 years. She grew up in the Prairies surrounded by these types of little houses, she said, and she’s visited places in the East that also have similar architecture, like Prince Edward Island. The memories in her mind help her to begin the paintings, she said. The name of her winning piece refers to the place she created in the painting. “It just seems like our life is so busy now and I just like to go to places where you don’t have to rush out and fight traffic,” she said. Johnston is a signature member of the Federation of Canadian Artists, which means she’s a committed artist with consistent superior ability. The pieces in the fall show were recently exhibited at the Art Worx Gallery in Qualicum Beach. Danesin’s work is still available from that gallery, and Johnston’s winning piece was sold. For more on Danesin and her art visit www. silverdog.ca. First place in the local FCA Fall Show went to Leslie Gregory, who also received an award of excellence. Other awards of excellence in the show went to Chris Kazeil, Denise MacDonald and Barbara Ann Scott.
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PUBLIC INFO SESSION DRINKING WATER & WATERSHED PROTECTION PROGRAM Five years ago, RDN residents voted to establish a Drinking Water & Watershed Protection service… Come join us this October as we: •
Update on DWWP program initiatives to-date
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Present the findings from the recent region-wide Water Budget study, reporting on the known state of our water resources
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Discuss the development of an Integrated Watershed Management Framework for the RDN: we want your say! Thursday, Oct. 10, 2013 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Parksville Conference Centre 132 Jensen Ave E, Parksville Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Qualicum Beach Civic Centre 747 Jones St. Qualicum Beach This will be a casual and interactive session. Refreshments will be provided!
has moved!
Bill and staff look forward to seeing you at our new location at The Pine Tree Centre, #19-1343 Alberni Hwy. Same staff, same phone number, same great service. Call us at 248-5422.
For more information, call 250 390 6560 or email watersmart@rdn.bc.ca See www.dwwp.ca for details on the program
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PUB NIGHT AT THE MAC
Duo met in Holland Admission is $10 for the show this Friday LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
SUBMITTED PHOTO BY MICHAEL SCHUTTE
Country Duo Michael and Els Schutte will perform at the first Pub Night at the MAC Friday, Oct 11.
The first Pub Night at the McMillan Arts Centre (the MAC) will kick off with country music duo and visual artists Michael and Els Schutte on Oct 11. The couple is from Holland, where Michael was in a couple of prominent bands for many years and Els taught line dancing. They formed a duo shortly after meeting and traveled around Europe performing for 12 years. Ten years ago they were invited to per-
form at the Great Canadian Barn Dance in Alberta, their first performance in Canada. The couple now lives in French Creek where they have an art and music learning centre called Practicum Music and Art. At Pub Night at the MAC they will perform a mix of modern and traditional country, and beer and wine will be available. Surrounding the duo during their performance will be their visual art, paintings and statues, currently exhibited at the MAC. The fun happens Friday Oct 11 at 7:30 p.m, doors open at 7. Admission is $10 at the door at this adult-only event.
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Although out-of-towners love to visit the Lighthouse Gift Shop in Bowser, the store has become even more to the locals. “We have a huge sense of community here in the store and all through this court,” said Judy McArthur, who is a longtime resident of the area and has been working at the store for three years. She said since the owners of the store, Ron and Corrine Ryvers, and their family built Magnolia Court it has created a sense of place for people in Bowser. A place to catch up, enjoy coffee, read and shop locally.
The Lighthouse Gift Shop, which started as a dollar store 12 years ago, gradually turned into a gift shop that now carries clothing, accessories, locally made jewelry, cards and artwork, as well as kitchen and gardening items, stationary, toys, bath products, books and other gift items. And there are still many items under $5, McArthur said. “We cover so many areas, so locally people know they can come get a dishcloth, they come and get an oven liner, they can get some drugstore goods and they always come here first,” she said. People from surrounding
areas like Courtenay, Comox, Parksville and Qualicum Beach often come to Bowser just to shop at the store, she said. Locals often drop by to say hi, and will bring McArthur a coffee or some home cooking, she said. “All sorts of wonderful things happen just by being here,” she said. Increasingly during the summer months, it has also become a hot spot for tourists. The Lighthouse Gift Shop is located at 108-6996 Island Hwy. West in Bowser. For more information call 250Judy McArthur works at the Lighthouse Gift Shop in Bowser. 757-9585.
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Interest rates will rise: time to review your debt
We don’t know exactly when but at some point interest rates will rise again as central bankers attempt to curb inflation down the road. Now might be a fantastic opportunity to review your debt and make sure you are not caught with your proverbial pants down. There are a few things you can do to analyze your debt status. Here are the factors to consider: Good Debt Vs Bad Debt: What is your ratio between your good and bad debt? Generally the definition of good debt is debt that has been incurred to purchase an appreciating asset like real estate or to provide funding for education as this is an investment in oneself that will pay off someday. Bad debt is defined as debt incurred by purchasing depreciating assets like cars or credit card debt. Hopefully most of your debt is good debt. Interest rates: Review the rates of interest that you pay on different debt. If you have different levels of interest rates you probably have a good opportunity to implement a debt consolidation strategy rolling some of the higher rate debt to the
lower rate. tive investments. It astounds Debt-to-income ratio: me how often I see folks with One vital step in the debt rea GIC investment paying view process is to calculate by stuart Kirk three per cent before tax but your debt-to-income ratio. yet they have debt at three per This is done by simply dividcent after tax. The point here ing the amount of debt you is that when you make a capservice each month by your ital payment to your debt you gross income. For example are making a guaranteed, tax if you contribute $2,000 per free return of three per cent as month towards debt payper the example above. The ments and you earn $5,000 reason for this is that you get per month then your debt-toyour three per cent back tax income ratio is 40 per cent ($2,000/$5,000 free from the lender if you pay down your = 0.4X100=40%). Generally speaking if debt. When you have both extra cash to your ratio is 36 per cent or less then you invest and outstanding debt you should should not stress, I know it rhymes. How- always consider your debt as a potential ever if this ratio is 37 to 42 per cent you target for this cash. should probably start paring it down. If Don’t pay your bank interest on monyour ratio is 43 to 49 per cent you proba- ey you don’t owe them: What? You might bly need to take immediate action, above ask. This comes about when you have cash 50 per cent you should seek professional sitting in a cheque or savings account and help to aggressively reduce your debt. you have a debit balance on a credit card Treat debt as an investment: So what or loan with your bank. Effectively, if you does this mean? Well sometimes paying look at your balance sheet with the bank, down debt can be one of the most effec- you are paying them interest on money
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you don’t owe them, good time to restructure your bank balance sheet by moving some of that dormant cash to the reduce the debt balance. Ladder your debt: You have probably heard of folks laddering their GIC portfolio. They do this because they do not want all their investments maturing at the same time and having to possibly roll over these investments at low interest. The same could be said for debt. Think about laddering your debt. If you have a $300,000 mortgage consider having a $100,000 in a three year mortgage, $100,000 in a five year mortgage and $100,000 in a 10 year mortgage. Most mortgage providers can set this up in one mortgage with sub accounts. Remember to always consult your advisor before taking any action. — Stuart Kirk is a Wealth Advisor with Precision Wealth Management. The opinions expressed are only those of the author. For comments or questions he can be reached at stuart@pecisionwealth.ca or 250-954-0247.
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A local grocery chain and employee bagged top honours at the Canadian Independent Grocer of the Year Awards. Quality Foods was given national accolades for all of its stores during the 52nd annual independent grocery awards in Toronto this week, including gold and platinum distinctions for two Nanaimo locations. Nanaimo’s Quality Foods in University Village was given a Platinum Achievement Award for receiving accolades for 10 years straight, while Nanaimo’s Northridge Village store took home gold as a ‘master merchandiser’ for the second-consecutive year. The merchandiser award — a plaque and $1,000 cheque — is given to stores that add excitement to customers’ shopping experiences, motivate staff and inspire purchases through creative displays and contests.
The recognition is a feather in the cap for the chain, according to Rob MacKay, marketing director for Quality Foods. “To go against independent grocers right across Canada — and very good retailers — and come out on top is quite an honour,” he said. The awards take place every year in conjunction with the Grocery Innovations Canada trade show and recognize excellence in retail. The Northridge Village Quality Foods submitted a portfolio this spring displaying merchandising activities, like its Cops for Cancer fundraiser, Christmas decorations and the ‘What’s in the Fridge?’ 30th anniversary campaign. The 30-day campaign randomly gave away prizes to customers at the till. Kevin Foote, former assistant manager at the Northridge store, now working in Parksville, said retail is much more than pricing product — it’s getting in-
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volved in the community, building relationships and creating a fun and festive atmosphere for shoppers. The awards help confirm they are on the right track, he said. “It’s really... a huge honour to win one of these things,”
Foote said. “[It] validates the hard work we do in the store and the commitment we have from our staff to help achieve this because... it’s a team effort.” All eleven Quality Food stores won Awards of Merits.
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AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS  Emcon Services Inc, Road and Bridge Maintenance contractor, is looking for Auxiliary Equipment Operators for the current winter season to perform a variety of winter related road maintenance activities including operating snowplows and sanding trucks. Operators are needed for Parksville, Nanaimo, Port Alberni and Ucluelet. QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: • • • • •
Valid BC Driver’s Licence (minimum Class 3 / air). Proven highway trucking experience Experience driving tandem axle vehicles and Operating a variety of transmissions. Pre-employment drug screening
Qualified applicants are invited to submit rÊsumÊs, along with photocopy of driver’s licence, an up-to-date driver’s abstract and references to substantiate driving experience to: Emcon Services Inc. 1435 Springhill Road Parksville, BC V9P 2T2 Fax: 250-248-5574 * Please specify the area that you would be able to work *
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PERSONAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
FINANCIAL SERVICES
GARDENING
APPLIANCES
GARAGE SALES
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
FOR SALE BY OWNER
APARTMENT/CONDO
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
TALISMAN TREE & GARDEN Property Maintenance Certified Arborist Pruning, Hedges & Trees Fall Clean Up 250-821-1867
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES
QUALICUM BAY Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. Oct. 13th (8-12). Pancake breakfast & market. Entertainment - small animal swap. Tables $10. Rain or Shine. Phone 778424-9900 or email info@communityhall.ca.
SEALY SUPREME Adjustable TwinXL bed - 2 yrs old. Wall Huger model, head & foot fully adj. independently, head comes to full sitting position, massage feature head & foot, memory setting for favorite positions to be saved, headboard attachment brackets, incl. operators manual included. Sealy Posturepedic Pillow Top Adjustable Mattress-2yr old. Excl. cond. Sealy’s top of the line set retailed for $3500 asking $1000 OBO. (250)339-6505
DOWNTOWN NANIAMO: Luxury Waterfront Lifestyle; Elegant 2 Br, 2 bath condo, ocean, mountains, marina views. Lagoon, clubhouse, gym, swimming pool. Walk to Sea wall, near Port Theatre. Reduced for quick sale $349,000. Call 250-591-7800 agents welcome. Open House: Oct. 5th and 6th. (Sat & Sun) 2-4pm.
OCEAN SANDS RESORT on Rathtrevor Beach. Fully furnished 2 bdrm condos includes utilities, cable, phone & internet. Units available starting Sept 15. $1100/mo. Call (250)954-0662.
IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
WES-COAST YARDBIRDS. Gardens, Yard Clean-up, Hauling. Pressure Washing, Irrigation, Carpentry. Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444.
Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
FREE ITEMS FREE TOW Away of unwanted vehicles. We also pay $Cash$ for vehicles of value. Call anytime. Norms Towing & Salvage 250-757-8911 or 250954-7543 (cell).
WHEELCHAIR LIKE new Breezy 20x16 (short). New $2370 asking $1800. Call 250752-1923
STEEL BUILDING - The great super sale! 20x20 $4,070. 25x26 $4,879. 30x32 $6,695. 32x40 $8,374. 35x38 $9,540. 40x50 $12,900. One end wall included. Call Pioneer Steel 1800-668-5422. or online: www.pioneersteel.ca
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
15� RIMS aluminum alloy Ford, fits Bronco/Ranger, 4 for $100. 15� tires on rims, GM, 4 for $200. 16� tires, as new, 4 for $350 firm. Call 250-7351949.
VIOLIN/FIDDLE “Bartoli� w/bow & hard case. Beautiful cond; sounds great. Some instructional music plus music stand. $1,800. (250)585-4009.
SWIVEL ROCKER chair. Dusty pink. Good condition. $65.00 250-248-3269
FUEL/FIREWOOD FITNESS/EXERCISE PENNY’S Yoga! Group & private classes for all ages & levels in cozy home studio. Partner, family & kids yoga, thai yoga massage, pre-op & rehab, self care & meditation classes. Penny has been sharing yoga for 21 years & serving Oceanside since 2001. yoga@shaw.ca or call 250240-3569 or www.pennysyoga.com First Class FREE for locals!
LEGAL SERVICES 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.
MEDICAL HEALTH KIM’S PROFESSIONAL Mobile Foot Care Nurse. Serving Nanaimo to Qualicum Beach. (250)752-7554, (250)741-6970
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPENTRY CARPENTER experienced & insured. Hourly or by contract. Call Pat at 250-752-6616.
CLEANING SERVICES
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MAID IN BLISS Reliable Professional Attention to Detail Flexible Schedule 15 years experience
(250) 240-4763
WORK WANTED, Come home to a spotlessly clean home. Will do moving cleans. Responsible & trustworthy with exc references. 250-240-0119
HAULING AND SALVAGE ALL TYPES of hauling. Small loads, garden waste, construction debris & junk. Call Ron 250-757-2094, 250-228-1320. CONSIDER IT GONE- yard waste, garbage etc... (778)424-9122, 250-607-7991. HAUL AWAY Junk, furniture, garden, yard waste & wood. Free Estimates.250-240-1116. WAYNE’S HAUL-AWAY. Will haul away unwanted whatever. Mowing & leaf raking, Bondable, Call 250-752-1639.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS FLOORING SALE Over 300 Choices
Lowest Prices Guaranteed! Laminates - $0.69/sq ft Engineered - $1.99/sq ft Hardwood - $2.79/sq ft
Overnight Delivery in most of BC!
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1.877.835.6670 MOVING & STORAGE
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
POIRIER PAINTING: Residential / Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, WCB, Call Dan at #250240-3528.
PETS PETS
Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Reno & Repair Specialist. 30 years of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB
FILA Brazilio Puppies (Guard Dogs). Families best friend/Intruders worst nightmare. All shots. 604817-5957
GARDENING
CURB APPEAL Yard Care and Junk Removal. Best rates! Sue or Chris, 250-937-1908.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
FURNITURE 2 QUEEN MATTRESS SETS. Still new. Never opened. $200 each. (250)713-9680 CHINA CABINET, tall corner unit (cost $900 new) asking $400. Maroon loveseat hide-abed, $225. Contempary armchair, $75. Radial arm saw, 10� Dewalt, $125. Call (250)752-4400. DINING SET with buffet and six chairs (2 captains) plus two leafs. Call 250-752-9548 or 250-248-7771 DINING SUITE- table, 6 chairs, solid fruit wood, 5 yrs old, 42’wx72’lx84’ extends to 96� 2 butterfly leafs, $700 obo. (250)947-9711. DUNCAN PHYFE dining room table, 2 drop leafs, 4 brass claw feet; 4 matching chairs. All in good condition. $500. 1 (250)756-9254
SOLID FIR WOOD rectangular kitchen table (35�W x 58.5�L) & 6 chairs (brown & black) $300. (250)758-8844
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SOLID WOOD, butterfly leaf, pedestal base, dining table (40� round to 58� oval w/leaf) plus 4 chairs. Light oak finish. $450 obo. (250)591-8959 SOLID WOOD Rectangle dining table with leaf & 6 matching chairs w/custom-made cushions, 2-drawer 4’ side table, plus fantastic chopping block table, blonde in colour. $275.(250)594-7605 Qualicum
REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS
AUSTRALIAN THEMED Christmas Light Display- 6 White Boomers, Emu, Platypus, Koala, Santa and sleigh, $500 obo. (250)756-6125. BACK 2 Life back massager, (new $250), $150 obo, in new condition. Call (250)390-2428
NANAIMO WATERFRONT 2nd floor condo. 1500sq.ft., 2bdrm +den, security bldg. 2 underground parking spaces, living/dining room w/view +gas FP. Maintenance fee incl hot water/gas/landscaping. 1 pet OK. $339,900 (250)753-9123 QUALICUM BEACH 2bdrm, 1bath, 1010sq.ft. condo. living & dining room, kitchen, 1 balcony, elevator. Strata $258, elec. incl. $95,000. Qualicum Place. #206-130 Sunningdale Rd. E. 250-594-5755
FOR SALE BY OWNER 29’ 5TH WHEEL on RV Pad in Qualicum. Close to ocean/river & nature trails.Incl.81 Datsun ZX, workshop/storage shed & fenced yard. Asking $25,500. incl 2 slide outs 250-240-0411.
QUALITY LIVING room/dining room and misc. items. No reasonable offer refused. 250586-8922.
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.
DRYWALL
BOOK NOW. Pruning, Fruit & Ornamental’s. Winter & Spring yard clean-up. Over 25 years exp. Call Ted (250)228-6682.
COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).
PARKSVILLE CONDO2 bdrms, 1 bath, shared laundry. Close to downtown. Avail Nov. 1st $850/mo inclds water & cable. Call 250-951-3989.
STEEL BUILDINGS/Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
FRIENDLY FRANK
ECOPED BIKE by City Go, (electric bike). Runs well, with charger, $500 obo. Call (250)723-4449, Pt. Alberni. FLY-FISHING GEAR tall man: Osprey custom tailored (soft wear) magnum 357 waders ($300) $120, Pro Tac waders Highwater Series ($250) $100, Hodgeman river boots (felt bottoms) 19210 Sz 12 $50, Sierra Design rain pants $30. QB, 250-752-5457. Generac back-up power Generator Propane or natural gas. Auto-detects power outage and switches to backup power. Whole home and business, essential circuits only or Off Grid battery bank charger. Never go cold again! 1-250-585-8987
HOBBIES & CRAFTS
969 ROYAL DORNOCH DR. Eaglecrest. Backing onto golf course with ocean glimpses. 2000 sq.ft. 3 bdrm, 2 bath. $537,000. Call 250-752-4254. COURTENAY-E RANCHER for sale 1800sqft, custom built, 3 bdrm & den, nice yard. R.V parking. F.M.I 250-338-5962
FRENCH CREEK CHARMER 3 bdrm/2 ba on .23 acre. Many updates. Warm, welcoming & move in ready. $335,000. By appt. gardendelight@shaw.ca. 250-752-4741. Photos upon request.
GRINSHEEP FIBRE Productions. 1265 Leffler Rd. (across from the Wildlife Centre in Errington) Offering felting, spinning, knitting & weaving supplies at reasonable rates. Open Tues - Sat., 1 - 5 or by appt. Call 250-248-6306 or email: grinsheep@gmail.com
MEDICHAIR POWER lift chair with 2 motors, nearly new, $650. Majestic Filter Queen vacuum, complete with power head, nearly new $450. Call (250)758-7066, Nanaimo.
QUALICUM BEACH half acre lot rural setting on no thru road between QB & Parksville, minutes to Hwy 19 & 19A. Level easy build with room for extra family, storage & big toys. Asking $174,000 (no gst/hst). Call 250-248-1044.
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PARKSVILLE, NEW 2Bdrm upper floor apt. 1000 sq.ft, partial ocean view,5 appls, w/d, hardwood floors, lrg kitchen, sundeck. NS/NP. Ref’s, $975 mo. Call (250)248-3850 Fairdown Rd. & Hwy 4a area. PARKSVILLE- views 1700sq ft 2 bdrm+ den, 2 bath, lrg kitchen nook & dining room, S/Steel appls, W/D in suite, storage, close to beach, skylights. N/S. Nov 1. $1200/mo. (250)594-5545, 250-240-0725. QUALICUM- 1 BDRM apartments, $475. NS/NP. Please phone 250-248-4656.
PARKSVILLE (downtown) Completely remodeled and immaculate 3 bdrm home with legal suite ($750/mo income) plus 2.5 car garage w/separate driveway for home based business. Garden shed & small workshop/studio. Valor F/P, laminate floors. Beautifully landscaped - a must see. $360,000. (250) 954-0227.
MOBILE HOMES & PARKS HISTORIC
LADYSMITH
Quality manufactured home. Easy living at less than $1,000 per month. Hardiplank exterior. Fridge, stove & dishwasher incl. Pets allowed. Only 45 min. from Victoria & 15 min from Nanaimo. Near transit, community centre, pool & town. Quiet adult community,. $119,900. Call 250-246-0637
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 10 mins from Qualicum
Recently re-decorated
1bdrm $450 NS/NP.
Available now
Call 1-250-594-3004 BEACH CLUB Residences luxury 1 bdrm condo w/lots of amenities, pool, sauna, fitness rm. Long term lease required. Avail Oct 1 $1250/mo. Call 250-951-1073
DESIRABLE CEDAR- 1920 sq ft 4 bdrm 2 bath on just under 1/3 acre. Fireplace, woodstove, dbl paved driveway, carport, shop, vinyl deck with roof, garden shed, wood shed. Quiet street close to schools, shops, restaurants, bus. $324,900. 250-722-2032. www.ownersale.info
PARKSVILLE: 930 sq.ft. ground level 2 bdrm condo. Insuite laundry, H/W floors, W/D, D/W, gas F/P, parking, NS/NP. Avail. Nov. 1. $900/mo. Lease, ref’s req’d. 250-947-5151.
QUALICUM BEACH: Beautiful waterfront furnished suites. Avail mid Sept. to May. 1 bdrm $825. 2 bdrm $950. Delux 2 bdrm $1275. NS/NP. Hydro, cable and internet incld’d. 1877-757-8682. DOWNTOWN QUALICUM- 1 bdrm + den condo, completely reno’d, covered prkg, lrg patio, granite counters, stainless appls. Avail Oct. 1. $950. Refs, NS/NP. (250)752-3419. STUDIO APT for rent near Englishman River. $600/mo. Has all appliances, incl w/d. Hydro incl. N/S, 1 small pet ok. Avail immed. 250-248-4701
APARTMENTS FURNISHED QUALICUM NOV - May. Small furnished apt. for 55+. $450/mo. email animacg@hotmail.com
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL AUTO REPAIR SHOP LOCATION FOR LEASE Thriving Auto repair shop location for lease. No Triple Net, 2200sq ft, lots of parking. $2000/mo. Available Sept 1. Ask for John or Kelly (250)248-3602. LOOKING for a shop to rent for the winter to work on my 28’ RV. Must have hydro, 12’ door and high enough to do roof work. Parksville area preferred. I don’t want to buy, just rent! Please phone 250-2485004 after 5:00 or 250-2480724 and leave a message
COTTAGES ERRINGTON 2 bdrm full furnished cottage. Lovely bright setting on 5 forest acres. 10 min. to Hwy 4A. Loaded kitchen, fridge, stove, dishwasher, etc. Full bath, washer/dryer. $950. + hydro. Internet, cable & water incl. Avail now till June 2014. 1 well-behaved dog considered. 250-248-4992. leave msg please.
NEW 1122 sq.ft, 1bed /den /2bath adult orientated condo. 2nd storey (top floor) in secure unit w/secure underground pkng. Located on quiet street, no through traffic. Storage area,club house,court yard & guest suite. Walking distance to Wembley Mall. N/S. Tenant pays power & phone. $1200/mo plus DD. To view call Bill @250-586-2455
FRENCH CREEK area: Self contained small cottage with full kitchen and bathroom. Partly furnished. Avail. Oct. Ref’s req’d. $675/mo. Call (250)586-8285.
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RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
COTTAGES
SHARED ACCOMMODATION
AUTO FINANCING
SPORTS & IMPORTS
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
PARKSVILLE/ ERRINGTON. Small furnished cottage. $550./mo inclds hydro & cable. Contact Brad at (250)8180610 or (250)220-7696.
NORTH NANAIMO: Attention Students/Working Professionals: fully furnished room, nice, quiet area. Own bathroom, cable, FREE WiFi, shared kitchen and laundry. N/S, N/P, no partiers. $550/mo. Avail. immediately. 250-756-9746
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES PARKSVILLE: 2-BDRM duplex. Central location. 302 Meadowview Plc. NP/NS, Ref’s. Available immediately. $1050/mo. 250-724-6082. QUALICUM- COZY, clean 2bdrm suite in duplex, minutes from Qualicum Beach. Country setting, N/P. $750/mo. utils not included. Avail now. Call (250)752-6098, (250)954-8847
HOMES FOR RENT DEEP Bay, 2 BD/RM House. Furnished or Unfurnished. $1200. plus UTILS. Recently renovated. N/S. 1 acre. call 250-757-8150 ERRINGTON BY the falls: Bachelor cabin with loft sleeping space, $750/mo. inclds laundry, hydro, internet. Avail Oct. 15, NS/NP (250)951-9621 GRAFTON AVE- 20 acre farm, 1500sq ft Rancher, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, room for your horse stall included, fenced and crossed fenced, W/D, F/S. Refs req’d. $1800+ utils. Call (250)468-2008. LONG TERM LEASEFRENCH CREEK CUL-DESAC.1700 sq.ft. bungalow, freshly renovated, 2 large bdrms, 2 full baths. Open kitchen w/den. Office/laundry room,living/dining rooms, wood fireplace,patio, double garage,carport;shed. RV parking; large private fenced lot. Near beach,Marina ,Pub & Golf. Cleared Pets OK. NO SMOKING. $1500/mth plus util. Nov 15th or Dec 15. Young Families Welcomed. Phone 250-951-9921
Grant De Gagne 250-905-0015 1990 MERCEDES-BENZ 300E, Red/Cream Leather, 3L, 6CYL, Gas, Superb Condition $7500. Call 752-5573, Craig.
STORAGE MORE SPACE FOR LESS Storage Containers Currently available: 8’ x 20’ $105. + taxes. Open storage for RVs, cars, boats, trailers: $40. + taxes for first 20’ $2 each additional foot.
2000 BMW 741i Sedan - silver, fully loaded, good condition (like new in & out) next to new extra set of rims & tires (Michelin “X� Ice Radials) on BMW alloy rims, $10,000. Call (250) 821-9092.
SUITES, LOWER
PARKSVILLE: CLOSE to downtown. 2 bdrm, F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P. $800/mo. hydro incl. Avail. Oct. 1st. 250-951-5518.
SUITES, UPPER COOMBS: 1yr old 1 bdrm suite. 900 sqft plus large deck and garage on 10 acres. 5 appl supplied, wi/fi & cable avail. Ideal for quiet N/S active couple. Opportunity to have garden and grazing animals. Sorry no dogs. Avail Nov 1 Refs reqd $875 plus hydro. Call 250-248-5381
TRANSPORTATION AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
4 WINTER TIRES WITH RIMS. 185/65R 15. Used only two seasons. $200.00/OBO. Call Bob @ 250-927-1136
AUTO FINANCING
N.QUALICUM area- 7 yr old 3 bdrm home in quiet neighborhood. 6 appls, dbl garage, NS/NP, refs req’d. Avail Nov 1. $1100/mo. Call (250)248-7700
CARS
1956 CHEV WAGON 350 Auto trans. New floor pans, body mounts and more. A must see. Collector plate I.C.B.C. assessed @ $46,000 asking $26,000. Call Ralph at 250-752-9855.
2005 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor - 125,000 km, deluxe edition (all available options) with heated leather seats & sunroof. Beige exterior color, black leather interior. Female driven. Excellent condition both inside and out. No accidents. Service records available. $12,750. Call 250889-2345 or email: erikahubbard4@gmail.com 2007 BUICK Allure CXL- loaded, 3.8L, 65,000 km, mint condition, 4 new snow tires included. $12,950. (250)723-4439.
PARKSVILLE. 3 bed/2bath,family room, W/D,F/S,D/W. Close to schools and downtown. Fenced yard,covered back porch. Storage Shed. $1350/mo. Call 250-248-7763
2008 JEEP-PATRIOT Ltd, 47K original (1) senior owner. Estate Sale. Fully loaded, leather. No accidents. Well maintained. Mint condition! $16,500. (250)738-0700
PARKSVILLE- Avail Nov 1- 2 bdrm Rancher, 1000 sq ft, patio, carport, garden, wood stove, 4 appls. Firm NS/NP. Quiet tenants only. $950. Call (250)954-0193.
2012 CHEVY Cruise LT, black, 29,000 km, Hwy driven, remainder of factory warranty, serviced to date. Auto, A/C, power everything. $15,500. Call (250)248-3232.
PARKSVILLE: LRG 4+ bdrm. Lrg garage, RV parking. Reno’d. Easy maintainable lawn & gardens, fenced backyard. Close to schools, downtown & beach. Great quiet neighborhood. $1700+ util’s. NS/NP. Call 1-250-686-9336.
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1985 MERCEDES 380SL Roadster- light blue with a new dark blue soft top, rust free, as new, never winter driven. Extra set of Michelin tires & Mercedes rims. $14,000. Call (250) 821-9092.
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2000 JAGUAR Vanden Plas Sedan - sapphire blue in colour, fully loaded, less than 80,000 kms, like new in & out, $12,000. Call (250) 821-9092.
PERFECT FOR heading south, $18,500, obo. Easy tow, easy live. 2004 Westwind 5th Wheel, 24’6�, mint condition, slide, rear kitchen, great layout, 2nd marine battery, ‘04 F150 truck, HD, 103,000 km super cab, bed liner, tow pkg, tire upgrade. 250-586-4716.
SNOWBIRD SPECIAL. 29’ Fifth wheel RV (Challenger) loaded & 2006 Chev diesel truck. Will trade to ½ ton Ford or Chev. P/U Make me an offer. Call 250-758-7690. Email: nanaimoal@gmail.com
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 2002 BMW-X5 4-Door, 4WD, new front brakes, 154,000km, Fully loaded. Great condition. $11,500. (250)618-7589 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
2006 HYUNDAI Santa Fe V6, 5-spd, loaded, 139,000 km. Good condition. Open to offers. Call 250-724-3584.
TRUCKS & VANS
PARKSVILLE, 3 bdrm, rancher near ocean & downtown. Large garage and workshop on acre avail Nov 1st. $1350/mo. neg. 250-585-4338 / 250-816-0069
QUALICUM BEACH: spacious newly reno’d, 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath duplex. Walk to town. 5 appl’s. Large workshop and util space on grnd lvl, perfect for home business. Private fully fenced yard. Pets nego, N/S. Avail Nov 1 $1150. Call 250-752-7404, 250-951-1290
25’ ALPENLITE 5th wheel. Complete with hitch. Great floor plan, fully equipped. Aluminum frame, tandem axle. Walk-in shower, solar panels, good cond., Must be seen! Always stored in winter. $5500. obo. (250)335-1796. 37’, 1999 Mountainaire Motor home, dinning room slide. Great for snowbirds heading south. $33,500. Call (250)7520742.
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FRENCH CREEK, 1 bdrm, gr. level suite. 4 appli N/S, N/P, $700 p/m. 250-248-0415.
Tree Services
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1994 SPORTSMEN (Nanaimo) 22.5ft 5th Wheel w/hitch. Mint condition. Stove w/oven, 2-door fridge/freezer, full bath, microwave, AC, awning, new tires. Sell $8,000 or Trade for 8-8.5ft. camper. 250-802-5075
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1994 CHEVY S10 Truck5speed transmission, 4 cylinder, good condition, new rear brakes, good all season tires, no accidents or liens. $2800 obo includes locking steel tool box. Call Ken 250-240-3525.
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1997 CARAVAN Seats 7, auto, a/c, clean condition, good tires, tinted back windows, 237k (kms). $1800. Call 250-248-1044
2007 22’ Wildwood Travel Trailer. Sleeps 7, A/C, microwave. Exc. cond. Clean, nonsmoker. 1/2 ton towable. $11,500. firm. (250)722-3535.
2009 WINNEBAGO ERA Limited. Diesel CRD170XL, 24’, 15,500 miles. Original owner. Bath w/sink & shower, patio awning, A/C, furnace, propane gen., micro, TV. $71,900.00 250-752-4736 / 403-691-5639
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2003 DODGE Roadtrek 190 Versatile. $36,000. 47,000 miles, V-8, new tires & front brakes. Gen. toilet & shower, propane furnace, stove water heater, excellent cond. Call 250-752-4626.
CANADA: 1 month $30 3 months $75 6 months $140 USA: 6 months $150CDN 1 year $300CDN Includes taxes and both Tuesday and Thursday issues.
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The Wildcats were game, but it was all Kondors in the pouring rain, as Kwalikum Secondary School’s senior boys soccer team rolled to a 5-0 win over Wellington in their regular season home opener. Over-matched but no less determined, the Nanaimo Wildcats spent the majority of the game on their half as the Kondors knocked the ball around. The game was played at QBMS because all the other fields in the area were under water. KSS opened the regular season the week before with a 5-1 road win over NDSS Islanders, and were coming off a second place finish at the Carihi tournament where they went 3-1. Against the Wildcats, Shane Gayton paced KSS with his first two goals of the season, and Darien Atkinsen, Jesse Binners-
ley and Austin Phye added singles. Matt Griffith bagged the bagel in net. Evan Stefanek is back anchoring the Kondors’ defence and Santiago Bouyra “has inspired the front end with his hard work. “We’re started off scrambly but we’re getting used to each other and starting to play some good soccer,” said Kondors’ head coach Butch Gayton. The win lifts the Kondors to 2-0 and has them sitting tops in their five-team pool, which is part of the nine team AA Mid-Island league. This is the first season for the Kondors under the auspices of the newly-created KSS Centre for Soccer Excellence. “Oh yeah. We’re loaded up with Grade 12 talent,” Gayton said when asked if the lads are looking forward to the new season, which for many on the side will be their final year of high
school soccer. “We were disappointed not making it to provincials last year and we want to get back on that bus. We’re keen, and we’re hungry.” GAME ON: The Senior Kondors are in Parksville today (Tuesday) for a darby against the Ballenas Whalers. Game time is 3:30 p.m. IN JR. BOYS soccer action, the young Kondors are also rolling. “They’re a very good group of players,” said Gayton, who’s coaching both teams this yea. “We’ve got 21 kids out which is a great number and they’re also starting to come into form. The Kondors finished first at a five-team tourney at Carihi Sept. 25, and opened their regular season on the road with a 5-0 win over the Ladysmith 49ers. KSS hosted Wellington in their home opener Monday (score unavailable at press time).
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Nobody said it was going to be easy. It’s back to the drawing board this week for the Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals, as they look to rebound from a pair of sobering losses to the VIJHL’s top two teams, snap a six-game winless streak, and start to dig themselves out of their early-season hole. “It’s a long season and we have a team that’s going to be very competitive,” Rob Gaudreault, former assistant in his second week as the Generals’ interim head coach said after Saturday’s loss at home to the Nanaimo Buccaneers. Gaudreault
took over the helm after the Sept. 28 release of Brent Demerais. “Once they start believing in themselves and they get on a roll you’ll see a lot of the attitudes changing, and for the good. A lot of guys are frustrated, sometimes making things different makes people uneasy too, so I think the biggest thing is just to regroup, get back to the basics, and we’ll go hard. I think the biggest thing is just for the boys to think about their game and to stay positive; let’s get rid of the negative, stay on the positive side, and things will turn around.” At home at ‘the Place Saturday night
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That night the Generals were in Victoria were they were outshot 46-17 and clobbered 8-2 by the Cougars. Victoria scored just over a minute in and led 3-0 after 20. The only remaining undefeated team in the league, the 10-0 Cougars were 4-for-7 on the power play, the Gens 1-for-7. Brodie Smith and Domenic Kolbeins scored for Oceanside. Liam Giroux was in net. Back at ‘the Place Saturday, the frustration was evident on the faces of more than one Gen, and tempers boiled over with under five minutes remaining when Ethan Larson was given the gate for fighting after winning a clear decision. The loss drops the Generals to 1-10-1 on the season, last in the nine-team league. “I thought that was probably our best game (in a while), that we actually came out with fire,” said Gaudreault. “The first period was one of our best periods lately and the second period, same thing again, we came out pretty good, but for a six minute period there we kind of relaxed a little bit, maybe could have went a little harder, and then the third period just fell apart a lot of it due to some undisciplined penalties.” After the game Bucs’ head coach Brad Knight put things into perspective. “I though Parksville gave us a really good push in the first period... I thought we handled ourselves well. “I like the Generals,” he said.
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Oceanside goalie Alex Olson stops Nanaimo’s top point-getter Garrett Dunlop in close during VIJHL action in Parksville Saturday. Olson and his teammates will be back to work this week looking to snap their early-season skid.
“We want them to be competitive, we want the best for their organization. It’s a great rivalry for us — it was excellent last year. We know they’ve had some hard times, but you know what, we all do. I thought the (Oceanside) kids worked hard tonight, and I think they’re doing the best job that they can under the circumstances.” On the learning curve that is part and parcel with any young team, and with only one 20-year-old on the roster the Gens are a young team, Knight made the point that last year the Bucs iced 18, 17 yearolds “so we know exactly what they’re going through. The most important thing for them is to realize that 10 games to a rookie is like 20, so they’ll get that experience, and they’ll be
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