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Residents have spoken and Kindergarten through Grade 12 will continue to be offered in the district’s anchor communities. “This is a given now, the community has told us now that they want to see K to 12 options in both of our anchor communities, that is the Town of Qualicum Beach and the City of Parksville,” said acting superintendent Rollie Koop at Tuesday’s school board meeting. Koop said a consensus on the need for K-12 schooling came out of a series of public meetings on facilities where residents have helped to come up with solutions to deal with the district’s declining enrolment and a budget deficit of $3.4 million over the next five years. At a meeting Monday at Kwalikum Secondary School parents, teachers and residents took part in an activity to help the school board set criteria surrounding the inevitable decisions that will have to be made, including school closures, amalgamation and reconfiguration. Attendees at the meeting felt strongly about retaining quality programming and they agreed that the under-utilization at the schools needs to be optimized, Koop said. Combined middle school utilization is currently at only 60 per cent, elementary schools at 68 per cent and secondary school the highest at a combined 71 per cent. The public also wanted the school board to consider the community impact on any decisions, he said. “There is unequivocal support for maintaining small rural schools and the vibrancy those facilities bring to those small communities in the outlying areas,” Koop said. See I BELIEVE, page A7

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From left, Parksville city Coun. Al Greir, Coun. Bill Neufeld, Mayor Chris Burger and Coun. Peter Morrison happily introduce the long-awaited concrete staircase that connects the end of Sunray Road to the ocean.

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97 new steps to the beach The structure is made of marine-grade aluminum CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com

Parksville Qualicum Beach residents have another shortcut to the waterfront. “We’re keeping with our goal of connecting neighborhoods to the oceanfront,” said Mayor Chris Burger before he joined hands with fellow councillors Al Greir, Bill Neufeld and

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Peter Morrison in cutting the ribbon to the steep, new staircase. The $158,340 project took years of public consultation, construction bids, a well-attended open house and 150 signatures on a petition to bring it to life. “We are very excited about the new staircase,” said long-time resident Margaret Thomas, who was instrumental in bringing the access point to the northern Parksville neighborhood.

“I’m yet to walk down these stairs and not run into someone else. We’re all very grateful to council.” The staircase is made of structural marine grade aluminum with concrete stair treads giving public access to the water as well as city access to a storm drain outflow on the steep bank. It has four landings and 97 steps. Come check out Parksville’s most recent addition to the city at the end of Sunray Road.

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Parksville’s Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort and Conference Centre has been selected to receive the 2013 Hotel Association of Canada Award of Excellence in the category of Humanitarian. The hotel association says the property and staff receive this award in recognition of their long history and dedication as a generous supporter of many charitable campaigns and initiatives both financially and through hundreds of volunteer hours. Recently, Tigh-Na-Mara hosted the 5th Annual Toy Drive breakfast where 49 volunteer team members enthusiastically fed more than 1,600 people and collected 1,827 toys, $2,175 in gift cards as well as $1,471 in cash assisting the local Society of Organized Services Christmas Campaign. They continue spreading Christmas cheer by preparing and serving a Christmas turkey dinner to hundreds at the Salvation Army Hall. “On behalf of Tigh-Na-Mara and all our dedicated team we are very proud and humbled to be receiving this Humanitarian Award” says Tigh-Na-Mara general manager Paul Drummond. “It’s part of our corporate culture to be engaged and give back to our communities because charity always begins at home.” Drummond will attend and receive the Humanitarian Hall of Fame Award of Excellence on February 12, 2014 in Toronto, Ontario. — NEWS Staff

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Big Boy’s Toys’ MoHo campaign is wrapping up this week and organizers are optimistic they have surpassed last year’s collection of food, toys and cash for local food banks. Larry Polnick said they didn’t have final numbers, but he could say they had collected more than $6,500 in cash and he’s anticipating being able to drop 4,000 pounds of food at the Parksville Salvation Army Food Bank alone. The Moho is in Nanaimo for the rest of the

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week, with a grand finale event in Diana Krall Plaza from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13. Over the last five years, the motorhome has collected more than 50,000 pounds of food for the Salvation Army and Loaves and Fishes Food Banks to help fill a need in the communities, Polnick said. Along with the donations from the public at many daily stops at various events and busy areas, Polnick praised the support of their corporate sponsors who provided fuel and the places for them to set up.

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THURSDAY SPOTLIGHT: People, places and issues of the Parksville/Qualicum Beach region LetterS oF thankS

Appreciation for a caring community Editor’s note: We receive many letters to the editor at this time of year offering thanks to the people, organizations and businesses of this caring community. We present some of those letters on this page today and we offer our thanks to all who give their time, food or money to the needy of the Parksville Qualicum Beach region. Merry Christmas!

hank you so very much to Quality Foods for donating a truck for Nanoose Community Services to take and deliver Christmas

gifts. Driver Dave was very friendly and helpful. Nanoose Quality Foods manager Mike and his wife Ali came to help, even though they were on holidays at the time. Thank-you, Quality Foods, for helping us help others, not only at Christmas but throughout the year.

Ginny Brucker Nanoose Community Services

Community rallies Our generous and compassionate community once again rallied together to support a fundraiser for those less fortunate — this time it was for the typhoon disaster in the Philippines. The evening of Sunday, Dec. 1, It is amazing how we can people were turned shop local as when I was asking for donations at our away at this soldlocal stores and craft fairs, out event at Thalassa Restaurant. I also got all of my own Thank-you to Oura Christmas list done Giakoumakis and her amazing staff JEAN YOUNG for their wonderful food, service and kindness. People were welcomed on arrival by the talented duo of ‘2 on Jazz’ (Paul Borsboom and his son Caleb, a KSS student). Also, for our most enjoyable evening entertainment, was Deb Ryan, owner of The Shoe Inn and her two musical friends Dave and James, who played to numerous special requests. The silent auction was comprised of items generously donated by many of the following merchants and local

artisans from four local craft fairs: Qualicum Beach Quilters, Celtic Winterfest Craft Fair, Elegant Threads Christmas Sale and The Original Qualicum Beach Village Craft Fair. The items were well received, with the likes of Hilda Pierce, who did all her Christmas shopping with her generous bids. It is amazing how we can shop local as when I was asking for donations at our local stores and craft fairs, I also got all of my own Christmas list done. In addition to the $4,500 raised that evening, Anna Greive involved the KSS Dry Grad students in a bottle drive, a pizza dinner and a concession sale to contribute another $500 to our local Rotary Club, which will see that every dollar will be spent on aid in the Philippines. Anna also involved her husband Fred Heringa, and asked him to donate a truckload of firewood, which turned out to be one of our top bidon items, along with the beautiful Christmas ornaments and glass wares generously donated by Ted Jolda. This would not have been possible without the wonderfully designed poster and tickets, donated by Po and Sandy at Blackberry Creative, Sabrina Zacharias at the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce for printing of the posters, Bonnie of Qualicum Stationary for printing the tickets, Patrick Nicholson and Dave Graham of Island Radio and both The Parksville Qualicum Beach News and the Oceanside Star. Lynette Kershaw and I would not have been able to have had so much success with this fundraiser without all of you. A big huge thank you and hug to all my wonderful friends and customers

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Whole Show restorations project manager Glenn Shoemaker hands the Salvation army major normal hamelin a $1,000 cheque towards the food bank’s christmas operations.

for your generous support and compassion — there are too many to list, but you know who you are. Thank you to Qualicum Beach and let’s have gratitude for what we have.

Jean younG Arbutus Emporium Qualiucm Beach

Support for quilters You have been kind in allowing our group from Victoria’s Quilts — a volunteer organization who make and donate quilts for people suffering with cancer — to thank special people who give us donations. Two such people have helped us recently that I would like to acknowledge. One person, Aluna Saliken, who owns Sweet Pea Quilting in Parksville, donated 16 beautiful quilts to our organization. What a huge and most generous donation. Of those quilts, some were too small for our standard lap quilts and we in turn will give the smaller ones to the Linus quilt group, which donates to chil-

dren who are ill, and the remainder we will donate to people in need in the Oceanside area. The other person we would like to thank is Maria who owns the business, The Window Dresser in Qualicum Beach. She spoke to her suppliers of window shades and they donated rolls of remnant flannel for the backs of our quilts. She personally hauled these rolls in a truck for us so we could use them in our quilts. These two people are just a small sample of our thoughtful and caring population here in Oceanside. They are all about helping others and are willing to donate their time and energy. If you would like to donate fabric , make quilts or donate monetary funds all would be appreciated so we can continue to give comfort to people suffering with cancer, please contact me at stephanieszymczak@ shaw.ca or 250-248-0110. Stephanie Szymczak Parksville

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Another important point made at the meeting Monday night was that there be minimal disruption to students should a change happen. “If we go into the process, does it all need to be at once?” Koop reiterated from the findings, adding that if a student is moved form secondary school back to middle school it wouldn’t necessarily be a healthy thing. A number of other points were made and will be available to view on the school district’s website. Trustee Ross Milligan said he wanted to compliment Koop

and his staff for a very thorough process thus far, in regards to the facilities review process, and said the response had been good at the last couple of meetings. “Certainly based on the applause at the end of the meeting I think everyone really appreciates your work,” he said. Mount Arrowsmith Teacher’s Association president Deb Morran echoed Milligan’s statements, saying it was heart warming to see all the parents, teachers and the wide range of residents now engaged in the process. “I commend you for wanting to make it right this time, want-

ing to do it right, and I believe we are on the right track.” The next Toward a Future

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for Schools meeting, this one concentrated on the future of teaching and learning in the district, happens Dec. 12 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Oceanside Middle School. To view documents or get

more information visit www. sd69.bc.ca. In other news from the school board meeting Tuesday night in Parksville: • Teachers have been having to enter data two or three times to complete students report cards due to the district’s current students information system. Morran, the teachers’ association president, spoke about the teachers’ frustration related to this issue at the school board meeting and said she is pleased to see that the board of education is weighing all viable options in considering the replacement of the current system

BCeSIS, next year. • The board of education will be working with staff from the Town of Qualicum Beach and the City of Parksville to identify possible cost sharing, after the motion was passed at Tuesday’s board meeting. “We’re hoping something will come out of that to reduce our costs,” said trustee Ross Milligan. • A motion was passed to have staff from the School Protection office give a presentation on loss history and risk management to trustees, after trustee Milligan discovered risk workers don’t visit the schools.

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More than 7,000 Vancouver Island drivers were stopped last weekend by the RCMP. Set up along various Island highways, the Light Up the Highway campaign saw 43 police officers patrolling the roads on Friday night. “It’s a coordinated road check throughout the Island,” said Operations NCO of Central Island Traffic Services Corp. Mike Elston. “Basically the goal of it is to ensure there are road checks on major highways on a specified evening.” The traffic campaign has been conducted annually for eight years, said Elston, adding that it’s a “real show of coordinated enforcement.” According to RCMP, the results of the campaign were relatively steady in comparison to past years. Preliminary results of the campaign indicate RCMP issued one Criminal Code impaired driving offense, 11 Immediate Roadside Prohibitions, four 90-day Immediate Roadside Prohibitions, three prohibited driving offenses, six drug seizures, 153 violation tickets and 21 Notice and Orders. Elston said the low number of infractions stems from recently heightened drinking and driving regulations. “We come across a lot of people who may not have personally had a drinking and driving incident, but know someone who has,” said Elston. “People don’t want to get caught up in that net. It’s certainly a far cry from what it was a few years ago.” Additionally, December tends to be a fairly tame month because drivers are expecting road blocks, explained Elston, noting that the vast majority of enforcement deals with non-alcohol or drug related issues and more with people driving contrary to the conditions of their licence. RCMP said the campaign garnered a strong level of public support for their efforts and remind drivers that they will be patrolling the roads over the holiday season.

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jor monetary benefits. All the directors involved seemed fond of the idea. Area F director Julian Fell recalled hosting the curling championships as being “spectacularly successful.” The RDN unanimously passed a motion supporting the bid to host the 2015 National Women U18 Hockey Championship with a $5,000 grant, and if required, committed to an additional grant of $3,000 on the condition that two tournament games be held at Oceanside Place and the Parksville Qualicum Beach

area be utilized as a main accommodation area for staging the tournament. Additionally, the RDN agreed that in the event not all six Vancouver Island Sport Tourism Council communities are able to participate in the bid, the RDN will commit up to an additional two games with the related financial support of $2,500 and $1,500 per game. Finally, the RDN agreed that the $2,500 per-game funding to support the RDNs application be allocated to the 2014 Oceanside Place operating budget.

Current report tags expansion plans at $8 million continued from page a6

Moreover, Willie said residents are taking their children or grandchildren to Nanaimo for a more youth-friendly recreation centre. “I think there is a legitimate

concern out there,” said Willie, referring to cost considerations. “But I think it would be a good thing.” The RDN procured the

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Growing pains

ven without growth, there are growing pains. Communities in this region are finding it increasingly difficult to make ends meet and they are also being forced to grow up a bit, which can be a frustrating struggle for many who believe things were fine for a long time as they were, thankyou very much. In this world of the Internet and social media, what’s being done in other communities is much closer to home. What’s worse, society seems to be increasingly controlled by warnings and precedents set by the courts and insurance companies. Qualicum Beach provides an excellent example of this change in the way small-ish towns are perceived and what’s expected of them by taxpayers. It’s our impression — with both anecdotal and solid evidence to back it up — there was a country-store mentality to the way the town was run in the past, and that just doesn’t cut it any longer. Verbal agreements and handshakes — see the case of the person who has been living in the Heritage Forest residence — just aren’t good enough these days. Perhaps it’s sad, but it’s reality. There is an appetite for increased accountability for every dollar spent and every deal struck related to taxpayer-owned facilities and taxpayer-funded staff or contracts. And it’s difficult to argue against this amped-up scrutiny. This is not to suggest those who worked out handshake deals on behalf of the town were doing anything nefarious. That, perhaps, was an accepted way to do business. It is no longer. With this scrutiny, towns and cities should be pushing to take care of their own business, with a view to answering to their own taxpayers instead of looking for a nod from senior governments. Qualicum Beach and Parksville need to be telling the Regional District of Nanaimo what they plan to do within their borders on behalf of their residents, not asking for permission. How the RDN became viewed as a senior government to the municipalities here is beyond comprehension. Yes, we all have to be good neighbours. Part of that is informing your neighbour when you plan to do some work close to their borders, and ask for their input. And part of it is working together on regional issues where cost-savings can be realized (transit, waste, etc.). The RDN being viewed as a senior government that needs to give the nod before a town or city can approve or reject a project? Those days need to end. — Editorial by John Harding

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Kudos to Richard Boyce (Kayaking the ‘deleted’ islands in Hecate Strait, Dec. 3 edition of The NEWS). Boyce’s efforts to bring forward the realities of our north coast islands and the diversity of species that depend on the eco systems at risk is worthy of a medal. Protecting the B.C. coast, the wildlife and a lifeline for survival, our ocean, is an important issue for many. However, too many people are unaware of the environmental disasters potentially faced if the Northern Gateway Pipeline goes through. B.C .will never benefit from development of this pipeline. We are a stepping stone with everything to lose. In support of Richard, I write a plea to the public to follow his online documentaries at www.CoastalTarSands.ca. See for yourselves what we have to lose.

reach these goals, BC Ferries will make service reductions of $18.9 million by April 2016. This includes service reductions on the three major routes between the Island and the mainland. In addition, there will be continued analysis of opportunities for further savings and efficiencies when significant capital investments are being planned. Second, there are no plans for BC Ferries to offer its own passenger-only ferry services to compete with private sector operators. As service reductions take effect at BC Ferries, private delivery of passenger-only service may help reduce the impacts of service reductions to BC Ferries’ mid-Island routes. I would encourage companies working with the City of Nanaimo on plans for this type of service to continue to do so. Through this type of long-term planning, BC Ferries will be able to continue to provide quality services for mid-Vancouver Island.

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There has been a lot of discussion lately about BC Ferries, the ferry terminals and passenger-only ferries here in Nanaimo, and I want to clear up some of the confusion. First, I want to reassure everyone that there are no plans to close either the Departure Bay or Duke Point ferry terminals — both are needed to handle the traffic heading to the mid- and north-Island. That being said, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, along with BC Ferries, will look at how to keep ferries affordable, efficient and sustainable. To help

It was with mixed feelings that I read Neil Horner’s Final Act. Horner has been a great supporter of the Qualicum Beach Museum over the years, providing media coverage for us — for our events, successes and milestones. As a non-profit organization with limited funds, it is crucial to have the support of the local media, to provide us with a strong link to our community. Whether it is in Qualicum Foods, at the pool, or simply walking down the street, people are talking about the museum now.

The museum has seen an increase in the number of visitors over the past few years, local visitors in particular. The museum will miss Horner’s unwavering support. Horner, you are admired for your dedication, generosity and kindness to your parents, and praised for honouring the memory of your brother in such a way. On behalf of the Qualicum Beach Museum, thank you for all the years of support. nEtAnJA wAddEll, mAnAgEr, QuAlicum BEAch musEum Qualicum Beach

Great road worK I was often asked throughout this summer if the construction at Bay Street in Parksville affected my business (Blue Haven B&B). Well yes, of course it was affected. In fact, my off-the-road guests were down a whopping 90 per cent. Was it worth it? Very much indeed. I often observed kids risking their lives while attempting to cross the road to visit Temple Store and the times we have called 911 to vehicle accidents were too many to remember. But, I must say in all sincerity, that the city, especially John Diggins (city engineer) and Knappet Industries (chief contractor) were absolutely top notch in their endeavour to make it as painless as possible with city officials and Knappet employees knocking on my door to make sure our concerns were met and dealt with (there were very few). So, hats off to the city, Knappet Industries and to the fantastic flaggers — great job done and we now have a safer Parksville.

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Money froM nothing Re: Colin Bartlett’s Nov. 7 letter in response to another letter about the national debt by Russ Vinden. Bartlett’s comment that Vinden’s letter must be the tenth on the subject is a bit low. Vinden has been writing similar letters since the 1980s and for good reason. Bartlett suggests that, according to its balance sheet, the Bank of Canada has no money to lend. Actually, they create the money out of thin air, exactly as the private banks do. Banks do not loan the money they have on deposit. Most of the money in circulation has been created by private banks out of thin air as interest-bearing loans: money created as debt. Until 1974, the government did borrow from the Bank of Canada to cover its shortfalls and over 107 years — Confederation to 1974 — had accumulated a $22 billion debt. Since 1974, the federal debt has grown to $641B because of a change in policy to borrow from private institutions. Why such an exponential increase in debt over the past 39 years? When the Government of Canada borrows from the Bank of Canada, interest is virtually nil. The Bank of Canada is owned by the people of Canada so the interest the government pays the bank is returned to the government as profits. When the government borrows from private financial institutions, interest at current rates must be paid to those institutions. In 2011, the cost of servicing the debt was $37B (over $103 million every day). Bartlett then says that bank profits are in the public interest as their shares are held by many, including pension and mutual funds. But why should the Canadian taxpayer subsidize the profits of any private business? Shouldn’t the rules of capitalism and market forces determine which private companies make profits, without needing the windfall of taxpayer dollars? Wouldn’t these taxpayer dollars be more equitably in the public interest if they were used to fund better public health care, education, and infrastructure maintenance? Had we cared enough to heed Vinden’s advice from his first letter and demanded our government return to borrowing from the Bank of Canada, we’d be far better off today. You can learn more at qualicuminstitute.ca. Neil Dawe Parksville

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First let me say that I am not usually a letter writer but there are just some things that need to be said. A couple of years ago, a movie came out called The Hunger Games. I was looking for something

to watch so I watched it. It has haunted me ever since. What is it about? It is about children aged 12 to 18 put into an arena to kill each other for the entertainment of adults. Really. If they were put in the arena to make love to each other the people responsible would be arrested for child pornography, but brutally kill each other? Well that’s OK. Is it only me that takes offense to this? This movie came out right around the time that a young man went into a school somewhere down south and shot 26 people, children included. Is it only me that sees a correlation here? Most of us can separate fiction from reality, but apparently not everyone. Now as if one is not enough there is a sequel coming out. The other day I was in a local sandwich shop and a young girl had a T-shirt on advertising the new movie. I asked if she knew what it was about and she excitedly asked if I saw the first one. I think they are having a contest were you can pick the winner, that is which child will survive or in other words kill the other children. What would happen I wonder if the actors and producers of this movie were charged with accessory to murder for their part in the school killings? And you also have a part if you support this kind of entertainment. Sometimes the only weapon we have as consumers is not to consume. What are you watching?

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Christmas bomb Greenblatt’s holiday mystery in the mail It was Christmas Eve 2012. My brother Jay and I were putting the finishing touches on the tree when the phone rang. It was the bus station. “We have a package for you.” Neither of us were expecting anything so it was a bit of mystery as I popped into the office and asked who sent it. “A Mr. and Mrs. Greenblatt* from Calgary. “It must be a mistake,” I replied. “I don’t know any Greenblatts in Calgary.” “Yes, but it has your name on it. So sign here.” I arrived home to Jay’s voice calling out, By ray Smit “Who’s it from?” “It’s from the Greenblatts!” “Really? Such nice people… Hey wait, we don’t know any Greenblatts.” “Yeah, and that makes me nervous.” “You’re right, Ray.” Jay replied deadpan. “Maybe it’s a bomb!” “Oh, I hadn’t thought of that,” I said pulling back. “Ray, you’re so gullible.” Jay laughed. He opened the package and it was full of Christmas treats. Jay opened the card. “Odd. It is from the Greenblatts. Maybe you shouldn’t have any. After all, it could be poisonous.” “Do you think it’s possible?” I replied, recoiling again. I grabbed the card from his hand. It was from our friends Patty and Al. They were visiting the Greenblatts in Calgary who offered to bring the package to the bus terminal for them. You were going to eat all my cookies, weren’t you? And that whole tube of cookie dough!” “No, I would have left you the stuff I don’t like.” I wasn’t amused. “Why am I always the butt of your practical jokes? Why not someone else once in a while?” Jay got a bemused look. “Okay,

that gives me an idea. Let’s have some fun with Al and Patty! Here’s what we’ll do. Let’s pretend I’m as paranoid as you and we were so worried we called the authorities. Then you add some police words you learned from watching ‘The Mentalist’ and we’ll leave them a funny message. I phoned their number in Medicine Hat and, using my most matter of fact Joe Friday voice, I began. “Hi Patty and Al. This is Ray. We just called to warn you about something. We got a package from someone we didn’t know in Calgary. We were a bit nervous so I called the B.C. Bureau of Investigation. The man at the BCBI said it sounded very suspicious so we brought it in. It looks like the return address is tied to a couple of suspected crooks. Well, it turns out when the forensics team used spectrographic, chemical and ontological analyses; they found that there was a suspicious cylindrical tube inside. They said it might be an explosive so they had no choice but to blow it up. Apparently the Greenblatts claim they’re innocent but they’ve implicated a couple of suspects from Medicine Hat. So be careful! Oh and just thought you’d like to know that when they exploded the box there was a cloud of cookie dust covering all of Parksville. Oh, and by the way, Al and Patty, we gotcha.” An hour later we got a call from Patty and Al. Turns out they were really sweating until I got to the cookie dust part. Then they knew they’d been had. It sure was nice to be on the other side of one of Jay’s practical jokes. Merry Christmas to all. * Names have been changed to protect the innocent. — Ray Smit’s column appears every two weeks in The NEWS. E-mail: raymondsmit@shaw.ca.

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OPENING FOR MEMBERS ON ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION The term of office for several members of the Advisory Planning Commission (APC) will end December 31, 2013. At this time the City will consider applications for new members as well as the existing members for the term (2014-2015). The City invites applications for a two-year term on the APC. Commission members are appointed pursuant to Section 898 of the Local Government Act and serve without remuneration. The function of the seven member APC is to advise Council on matters respecting land use and community planning referred to the Commission by Council. Applicants with experience in land use planning, architectural design or related fields would be an asset, although this is not a prerequisite. Anyone interested in serving on the Commission should send their application to Blaine Russell, Director of Community Planning, City of Parksville, PO Box 1390, 100 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville V9P 2H3 (phone 250 954-4673). Applications will be accepted until December 31, 2013 and will then be referred to Council for consideration.

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING Application No. PL2013-114 Springhill Road Electoral Area ‘F’ A Public Information Meeting will be held concerning the Zoning Amendment Application affecting the property located on Springhill Road in Electoral Area ‘F’ (see map below). The applicant proposes to rezone the subject property from an Industrial 1 Zone to a Comprehensive Development Zone, under the “regional District of Nanaimo Electoral Area ‘F’ Zoning and Subdivision Bylaw No. 1285, 2002”, to permit the use of a go-kart race track with an additional permitted accessory use of food concession. The Public Information Meeting will be held at: on: time:

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A worthy new Jeep Cherokee at long last 2014 Jeep Cherokee The Chrysler group is on a tear these days with month after month of consecutive growth and awards to back it up. Who would have thought a few short years ago that Chrysler, of the Detroit Three, would be in second place in Canada, just slightly behind Ford and well ahead of General Motors. Most surprising is that the strong sales have established without have a vehicle to compete in the fastest growing segment, the compact SUV. Now, with the introduction of this all-new Jeep Cherokee, Chrysler has something to take on establish players like the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4.

Looks Some might not remember the old boxy Cherokee that was sold in the 1990s; it was a very simple design that appealed to diehard Jeep enthusiasts. This new Cherokee is trying to win over new buyers, not just the Jeep faithful. It might look a bit odd at first but when you are in its pres-

The starting price is the best on the market, the technology is second to none, and the ride is smoother and quieter than the competition and the interior class above.

but a larger 8.4-inch screen is available on the $29,995 Limited model. In addition, all models get a second 3.5-inch screen imbedded in the instrument cluster that is fully programmable and provides custom readouts. The back seat isn’t huge but the seats again are contoured nicely and provide good comfort. They also slide forward to elongate the cargo area if larger objects need to be carried. The rest of the dash has a stylish design that is a good combination of the bigger Grand Cherokee and the functional Dodge Journey. Sweeping lines and attention to detail make this a class leader in terms of style and design.

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come with this many cogs. Having a chance to drive it with the base 184hp 2.4L 4-cylinder through the canyons outside of Malibu California, I can report that the transmission is so smooth and refined that the driver forgets there is so much at work. The up side is the Cherokee is capable of 9.6.L/100km in the city and 6.4L on the highway. The 4-cylinder engine is a great choice for commuters and the handling is crisp and sure-footed, more like a sedan than an SUV. The optional V6 engine is the first application of the 3.2L V6 Pentastar engine. The bigger 3.6L is used across the Chrysler family but this newly developed, smaller version is wonderful value as it is only $1,300 more to equip it on any Cherokee, from the least expensive FWD model to the most expensive AWD trim. For $1,300, you get 271hp and a lot more grunt for passing and highway runs. This would be the choice if you do a lot of highway driving to the cabin or skiing. The downside is the

2014 Jeep Cherokee added weight of the V6 makes it less nimble compared to the 4-cylinder but both are excellent choices. In addition to carving though the mountains, I had a chance to drive over them in the Trailhawk off-road model. This really is the enthusiast version; it had no problem scampering up anything it came across from big boulders, to sand and mud.

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The need to speed is not universal among BC drivers Reader reaction to our posted Variable speed limits are speed limit poll, conducted used throughout Europe and with Insights West, was, well, seem effective. The maxispeedy! mum limits are posted on No sooner had the paper hit overhead electronic signs, the streets, revealing that which change to reflect 37 percent of those polled environmental conditions believe a higher than 100 and congestion. It is a recVariable speed km/h limit should be posted ognition that speed alone is on our major highways, than limits are used not the major cause of road the emails began flying. throughout Europe and carnage but excessive speed Yours truly expressed some combined with over-driving seem effective. surprise that a majority did the weather/road conditions Keith Morgan not share that opinion and does kill. that 55 percent believed The provincial government speed limits should be left is currently reviewing posted alone. While some readers disabused me of limits and Jack Dubberly believes Victoria that notion an equal number agreed. should hike them forthwith. Guenter Hoernig, of Penticton, asked: “What “If the roads are better engineered, cars are would you gain by, say, increasing the limits safer . . . . then why not increase the speeds by 10 or 20 km/h? A half an hour earlier to that “average comfortable speed” that in Vancouver? Well, if you don’t have that everyone is travelling at when the police are extra 30 minutes, perhaps you should take not looking? the plane. “The police can spend more time looking “I don’t even understand why the public is for bad drivers rather than speeding drivers consulted on this - as any results coming and maybe the general driving public will forth from them tend to be purely based on then respect them more.” emotions. The safety of the highways should Laura Tomelin shared her driving philosobe left to traffic experts and scientists . . . .” phy: “Do not drink and drive, but drive at Janet McGarry warned: “NASCAR inspired your own capabilities and get the hell out of highways will only lead to more fatalities.” the way of other drivers who take their own Currently, 100 km/h is the maximum on risks and feel comfortable doing so!” most freeways, while 110 km/h is posted The more cynical of our readers, dismissed on the Coquihalla Highway and parts of the the current posted speed limits as being Okanagan Connector. artificially low and designed not for safety Vernon resident Brian Romaine made an reasons but as a way of generating cash for interesting suggestion: “My view is that the the government through fines. speed sign should have a range of speed, Transportation Minister Todd Stone will give for example instead of say 100 km/h, make BC residents an opportunity to express their it 80 to 100 MAX. From a psychological views directly in a series of eight regional point of view, the driver then sees the public forums set to run between now and lower speed and perhaps would have less January 24, 2014. For details of the Rural of a fixation on the max speed limit. Speed Highway Safety and Speed Review go to limits should be assessed by the experts to http://engage.gov.bc.ca/safetyandspeedrebe safe for that particular highway and not view. necessarily increased.” keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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The Arrowsmith and Englishman River water services are holding their semi-annual board meetings this morning to pass their budget by the end of the year and update progress on a new treatment plant and water intake. "We're working on the preliminary design and doing geotechnical investigating," said program manager Mike Squire. Working towards a new facility to treat surface water as required by Island Health by 2016, the ERWS is narrowing down the exact location of a new Englishman River intake just upstream from the Highway 19 bridge. They are currently drilling into the rock and getting down to design details like the inclusion of hiking path access and the shape of a weir across the riv-

er to direct water into the intake at low flow times of year. For the treatment plant they are starting to get into details like the inclusion of solar panels and meeting rooms for training and tours that could eventually provide an alternate source of income. "The no-brainers are that we need a new intake and treatment plant, the other stuff is extra," he said, explaining that they are establishing a community advisory group to help them make some of those kind of decisions. The water service is delving into the final decisions on the exact form of filtration, debating going totally chemical free, which costs more up front but saves money, energy and environmental costs in the long term. They are also half way through the second cycle of testing on the Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) system, pumping up to

82,000 cu.m. of water into a contained aquifer near the highway weigh scales. They will then test the water from that well and surrounding wells to confirm the viability of what could become the provinces' first system to store treated water for use in the drier months. While still preliminary, depending on factors like the success of the ASR tests, the total project is estimated at $41 million shared by Parksville and the Regional District of Nanaimo and, the municipalities hope, some senior government funds. The meeting is this morning, Dec. 12 at 9 a.m. in the Parksville Civic and Technology Centre forum, where city council meetings are held. The agenda and a lot of background information is on the AWS/ERWS website at www.englishmanriverwaterservice.ca.

Parrot refuge wins grant for $25,000 from Shell The World Parrot Refuge has received a $25,000 grant from Shell Canada. The charity plans to use part of the funds for posters to help people understand how important it is to ensure that parrots do not escape, said Wendy Huntbatch, owner and operator of the centre in Coombs. The refuge

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Robert Anthony â€œTonyâ€? Bloxham December 12, 1938 â€“ December 7, 2013

Tony died suddenly on Saturday, December 7th, 2013 at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. He is survived by his spouse, Erma Stothard; children, Paul and Robert Jr; grandchildren, Chloe, Ryan, and Charlotte. Tony was predeceased by Anna Katherine Bloxham. He will be sadly missed by his family and many, many friends. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

MARGARET MARIAM RAE KEY

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John â€œGregâ€? Kelly

ALBERT E.C. BARNES Nov. 28, 1923 - Dec. 9, 2011

NO LONGER BY MY SIDE. BUT FOREVER IN MY HEART.

He will be remembered by his son, Paul (Carla); grandchildren, Dave and Heather; great grandchildren. Prevail and Phoenix. Greg also leaves to mourn his passing his sisters, Myrtle Oâ€™Sullivan and Agatha McDougall both of Nova Scotia. Greg was known to have a great sense of humour! A Funeral Mass will be held at the Catholic Church of Ascension at 887 Wembly Road in Parksville BC on Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at 11:00 am with Father Melquiades Bayron as Celebrant. Cremation will follow with Interment in Qualicum Beach Cemetery. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

HELP WANTED BUSY CONSTRUCTION Co. in Trail, B.C. is searching for an experienced Accounting clerk/ bookkeeper. Candidate is expected to be a self-starter and to be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of Conac Pivot System is an asset and the ability to take on multiple roles is looked at positively. Main responsibilities include: Accounts Payable - invoice transactions for goods received and prepare cheques when due; Payroll - collect payroll data daily and convert into daily tracking sheets, submittals and weekly payroll run. Please send resume to: johnwkm@shawcable.com or call (250)364-1541 for further details.

LOST Black Bike older model type at Qualicum BeachBrandt viewing station, on Nov 24 after an accidental marooning. Also a sage green toque & one glove to match and 4 $50.00 bills. REWARD offered. Please Contact if found: Joan 250-594-5451 LOST CAT- DEC 1 near Riverbend Campsite area. Short hair gray Tabby. 4 white paws. Please call 250-9541960 if you see it.

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May 13, 1932 - December 5, 2013 John â€œGregâ€? Kelly passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 5, 2013 at Sunridge Place in Duncan BC. Greg was predeceased by his loving wife Rita in 2006.

LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS is Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the estate of Gayle Janice Thompson, formerly of 371 Dorset Road, Qualicum Beach, BCV9K 1H5, Deceased, are hereby required to send full particulars thereof to the undersigned Executrix at the address shown below, on or before December 20, 2013. Laurie Thompson, Executrix c/o John A. Hossack & Company Barristers and Solicitors, 311 McKinnon Street, PO Box 1486, Parksville, BC V9P 2H4, Attn: John A. Hossack

LOST AND FOUND

August 26, 1929 - December 4, 2013

Margaret was proud to be a lifelong resident of Coombs. She was predeceased by her parents Peter and Jessie Sharkey, her daughter Karen, and her husband of 61 years Worris Key. She will be sadly missed by her sister Patricia VanHorne, her sons Peter(Grace), Patrick, Micheal, Ken, and Tom(Bette), daughter Linda(John), six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. The family is grateful for the love and care she received at Arrowsmith Lodge since March 2009. A celebration of her life will be held at 2:00pm December 15, 2013 at the Coombs Fairgrounds.

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PETER LAWRENCE CRADDOCK Deceased, formerly of #15-250 W. 1st Ave., Qualicum Beach, BC

Creditors and others having claims against the estate of PETER LAWRENCE CRADDOCK are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the executrix Quynne Paxa at 905-456 Moberly Road, Vancouver, B.C. on or before the 26th day of December 2013, after which date the executrix will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the executrix then has notice.

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RE: The Estate of DOUGLAS GORDON MARSDEN also known as Douglas Marsden, deceased, formerly of Qualicum Beach, British Columbia Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Douglas Gordon Marsden, also known as Douglas Marsden, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to John Alexander Cormie, the executor of the Estate, c/o the Solicitor of the Estate at the address set out below, on or before January 13, 2014, after which date the estateâ€™s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. MARSHALL & LAMPERSON Lawyers & Notaries 710 Memorial Avenue P.O. Box 879 Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1T2

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THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: â€˘Heavy Duty Mechanics â€˘Feller Buncher â€˘Boom man â€˘Chasers â€˘Hooktenders â€˘Grapple Yarder Operators â€˘Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers â€˘Hydraulic Log Loader Operators â€˘Processor Operators â€˘Hand Buckers â€˘Coastal Certified Hand Fallers Fulltime camp with union rates/benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca.

SLEGG Construction Materials Ltd. Lantzville location. Full time position avail. for shipper. Prev exp reqâ€™d. Valid D/L. Building material knowledge an asset. Resumes accepted M o n - F r i ( 8 - 3 : 3 0 ) Attn:Shawn/Tony

EXPERIENCED TILE setter looking for work. Quality work at competitive prices! For a estimate call Brandon: 250618-4073 or email: mrb832@gmail.com

BUYDENS Computer Services

MID-ISLAND CARPENTRYReno & Repair specialist. No job too big or small. Senior discount. (250)740-2972.

FIBRE OPTICS Christmas tree. 6â€™ tall. Asking $80. Call 250-586-5528.

BROWNING 2000 Semi-Auto Shot Gun. $550/obo. Arrowsmith Golf Membership. $4800 reg price selling for $3200/obo. Excellent Xmas Gifts. Call 250-240-0007

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Offering PC Repair and Personal Tutoring From Nanoose to Deep Bay

PERSONAL SERVICES

Call Kevin 250-240-7372

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HD MECHANIC. Noble Tractor & Equip. is seeking a Journeyman or 4th year apprentice Service Technician for our Armstrong location. A self-starter with Ag tech background is desired. Interested candidates send resume to: nobletractor@telus.net, or mail: Noble Tractor & Equip, 4193 Noble Rd, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B4, fax: 250-546-3165

DRYWALL DRYWALL PAINTING Retextured ceilings. Call a pro, small jobs OK. 250-954-1859. Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Reno & Repair Specialist. 30 years of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB

GARDENING CURB APPEAL Yard Care and Junk Removal. Best rates! Sue or Chris, 250-937-1908.

NOW HIRING Western Forest is an integrated Canadian forest Western ForestProducts ProductsInc.Inc. is an integrated Canadian products companycompany located onlocated Vancouver Island that isIsland committed forest products on Vancouver that the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the isto committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of discipline to achieve results. performance and the discipline to achieve results. We currently have the following openings: We currently have the following openings:

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC

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

MEDICAL HEALTH KIMâ€™S PROFESSIONAL Mobile foot care nurse. Serving Nanaimo to Qualicum Beach. (250)752-7554, (250)741-6970

(North Island)

MILLWRIGHT (TQ) (Chemainus)

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR (Campbell River)

Detailed job postings can be viewed at

http://www.westernforest.com/business-value/our-people-employment/careers WFP offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence to: Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

OCEANSIDE LAWN & Garden- Winter clean-up, gutters, Xmas lights+ we haul garden debris + more. Call for your free estimate. 250-240-1116.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CLEANING SERVICES ALL CLEAN House Cleaners. Exp. Reliable & Insured. Please Call: 250-668-4642 or email: info@allclean4you.ca Experienced Housekeeper w/excellent references. Now accepting new clients. Call Sandi 250-927-2449 QUALITY HOUSEKEEPING, QB please, refs. CVA approved. Reasonable rates. Donna Lee, (250)738-0990.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

96%

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

STILL TIME. Pruning, Fruit & Ornamentals. Winter & Spring yard clean-up. Over 25 years exp. Call Ted (250)228-6682. WES-COAST YARDBIRDS. Gardens, Yard Clean-up, Hauling. Pressure Washing, Irrigation, Carpentry. Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444.

HANDYPERSONS DON the HANDYMAN

No Job to BIG No Job to SMALL Home & Yard Care I will take care of your home and your yard like it is my own! Semi retired carpenter Phone 250-586-3330 Serving Oceanside since 1977 Islandflyfishing@gmail.com

HAULING AND SALVAGE HAUL AWAY Junk, furniture, garden, yard waste & wood. Free Estimates.250-240-1116.

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

GRADUATE JOB EMPLOYMENT RATE (2012)

NEW YEAR; NEW CAREER If youâ€™re stuck in a boring job, underpaid, between jobs or just looking for a change, you owe it to yourself to explore what Discovery Community College has to offer.

TRAINING FOR:

5 CAMPUSES on VANCOUVER ISLAND and in METRO VANCOUVER

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Accounting & Finance Computerised Business Business Administration Office Administration Health Care Assistant Community Support Worker Practical Nurse Practical Nurse Access (Bridging for HCAâ€™s) Dental Assistant Level II International Trade Management Police Foundations Web Architecture & Media Art Design

HOUSEHOLD SERVICES ANGIEâ€™S ANGELS. Affordable House Cleaning. Great Rates, Free Estimates. Ask for Angie @ 250-752-2120 Fully Bonded HOUSECLEANING, LAWN and garden care, home organizing and winterizing. Experienced, trustworthy, reliable, thorough. Contact Susan goodlifehousecare@gmail.com Call 250-228-2718.

MOVING & STORAGE

FUEL/FIREWOOD COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose). WEST COAST Firewood. Seasoned firewood. Volume discount. 1-877-380-9663.

FURNITURE CHRISTMAS SOON come and see a good bargain; loveseat, 2 seater, skirted, high back, well upholstered, soft sage green $375 and much more. Call (250)586-8922.

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.

DINING SET with buffet and six chairs (2 captains) plus two leafs. Solid wood. Mediterranean style. Call 250-752-9548 or 250-248-7771

PAINTING

QUEEN MATTRESS SET. Brand New, Pillowtop. $200. (250)713-9680

A STROKE ABOVE Painting LTD- Liven up your space with a splash of colour! Book an Interior Job and receive 10% off invoice. Commercial & Residential. WCB. Insured. Call Dave, 250-240-2310. ASTONISHING PAINTING CO. Residential/Commercial/Repainting. 25 yrs. experience. Call Mike 250-248-8569

WINTER SPECIAL

POIRIER PAINTING: Residential / Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, WCB, Call Dan at #250240-3528.

PETS PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING in my home. Safe, loving environment. No cages. 7day to long term stay. Limited space. 250-740-5554

PETS BOOKS NEEDED to help cats. CatSpan needs your current, good quality books, DVDs & CDs to raise money for feral cats. No text books, sets, Readers Digest condensed, hard cover fiction, magazines, out of date or poor condition books. Drop off at Pharmasave (Parksville), Winestineâ€™s Wine Works, (Red Gap) or Qualicum Animal Hospital (Memorial). Info at 250-248-6095 or email nanoosecatspan@gmail.com

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE ANTIQUES/VINTAGE VIDEO GAMES WE $Buy$ Sell Trade. Ralfs Collectibles, 182 East Island Hwy. WedSun, 11-5pm. 250-937-7200

APPLIANCES

BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom

1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251

FOOD PRODUCTS ANGUS BEEF - naturally raised local hormone free beef. Farm sales, most cuts available, buy a pound or two or order by the side. Call in at Alder Mountain Farm, 3976 West Island Hwy, or call Don & Judy Alberg 250-752-2473

QUEEN SIZE mattress & box spring with frame. Scandinavian design 8 yrs old. $300. Call 250-248-7911 SHERATON DINING chairs (5), $400; Piecrust coffee table, $150; Queen Anne bench, $150; 2 Occasional chairs, $150. (250)390-2805

GARAGE SALES PARKSVILLE-281 A Pioneer Cr. Dec 14 (Sat)9am-1pm. Crafts, bake sale & flea market PARKSVILLE 658 Wedgewood Cresc. Dec 14 (10-3). Computer desks & sofas.

HOBBIES & CRAFTS 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

MEDICAL SUPPLIES STANNEH STRAIGHT chair lift, $1000. Power lift chair, new, $650. (250)760-7009.

TEMPUR-PEDIC,Single, Electric Bed. Swedish Mattress, hand control, hardly used. Paid $4400, asking $1250. Call 250-752-8158

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FRIENDLY FRANK COMPUTER DESK (glass Top) $50.00 250-752-9855

DOUBLE ELECTRIC Bed, with remote control, headboard & mattress. Exc. cond. $1000. (250)751-7941, Nanaimo. DOWNSIZING Makita 12â€? planer-jointer Hand & Electric Tools Snooker/Billiard Slate Table Mahogany 4 Gun Rack & gear China/Crystal & punch bowl Birds of B.C. Book Set Childâ€™s 4 pce kitchen playset Wine Corboy Lifter Hardwood African Carvings Tooled Saddle Small Compressor Walnuts, Garlic & Squash And more! 250-248-4495 DOWNSIZING wool rug 5 x 7, collectors 4 porcelain dolls, Denby dish set, Pen Delfin plate, glass salad bowl set, 3 English plates, oak organ stool, Ken Christmas print, star bucks world mugs (14oz), gramophone & variety of records. 250-586-5528 ELECTRICAL GENERATOR: Homelite model, 2500watt. $250. (250)713-6653 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? NEW KINECT X Box 360, 250 gb hard drive sensor - includes everything - wireless controller, head set, adventure game, etc. Retail $399.99 asking $325. Call 250-937-1542 ORNATE CAST iron 4 shelf 6â€™ high bakers rack $120. Call 250-752-9855.

29 ROYAL DOLTON Dolls, Ashley, Office Furniture ($2500),Robert Bateman Print, & Bev Doolittle Print, 64â€? Tall Floor Centurion Safe. Call 250-228-1362 2 fridgeâ€™s $70 each. 1 stove, $50. 1 Kenmore Dryer with new motor. Needs heat element. Open to offers for all 4. 250-752-0169 2 YR. Old wing brocade swoop back couch - $325. Ultnamatic medical bed 4 yrs. old with 25yr. warranty, lifts head, massages-auto. - paid $5,200, selling for $2,200 obo (must sell). Smoke free home, all like new. 250-338-2166. 44 CLIVE CUSSIER adventure books, 13 hardcover, 31 paperbacks. Great condition. $225. Barb 250-594-5543

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).

COMMODE, $50. Remote control bath seat, 2 yrs old, $500. Sectional couch with pullout bed and recliner, $300. L.R. cabinet, $30. Bed handrail, $40. 6 drawer dresser with mirror, $50. Back 5 motor seat massager with heat, $40. Upright vacuum cleaner, $40. 4-75R14 snow tires, $100. Call (250)724-2517.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FREE MOVING BOXES Good Quality. Call 250-586-7070

Your Career Starts Here

CHESS SET (Antique), 1960â€™s Mod Depose, imported from Italy. Can email photos. $500. Barb 250-594-5543

AUSTRALIAN THEMED Christmas Light Display- 6 White Boomers, Emu, Platypus, Koala, Santa and sleigh, $500 obo. (250)756-6125. BLUE RECLINER, several lamps, TV (smaller, ideal for bdrm), small night table, downhill and cross country skis, downhill ski boots, reiki table. Call (250)752-8806.

QUALITY GARDEN SHEDS Gazebos, pergolas, follies, greenhouses, studios, storage & more. Call 250-951-0855 REASONABLE OFFERS welcome! Quilt style king bed spread, 2 shams, 2 pillows $30. Slow cooker $12. Used patio lumber, best offer. Old wood stove $25. Electrolux vac cleaner $50. Eureka vac cleaner $45. 4 drawer metal file cabinet $25. Office chair $50. Carpet pad for under office chair $10. Insulated foam standing mat $15 each. Oak entertainment stand $50. Air purifier $25. High chair $50. Jolly jumper $12. Epilator, NoNo $30. 4 cases unopened 1 1/2 ltr jars $8 each. Approx 4 dozen mix 1 ltr and 500 ml canning jars $3 each. Phone 250-723-2843 between 4-8pm UPHOLSTERY SELL OUT!! All upholstery goods, materials, some tools, some machines, hand tools and tables. Too many items to list here. 250-240-3091 or view at #4-147 Fern Rd. E. (behind Windsor Plywood Rentals)

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

SPORTING GOODS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

HOUSES FOR SALE

COTTAGES

HOMES FOR RENT

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

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; Dec. 15th from 1-3pm

OPEN HOUSE Dec. 7 and 14, 1-3 pm 547 Qualicum Rd. Q.B. 2 bed, 2 bath rancher totally renovated no stairs hardwood floors heated bath. floors 2 car oversize garage. $355,000. 250-738-1021

PARKSVILLE-1 bed cottage, downtown. Avail Jan 1/14. Suit quiet, responsible person or couple. $750/mo. Electricity, heat,cable & wireless inclâ€™d N/S. Refâ€™s reqâ€™d.250-248-3171

QUALICUM- 3 bdrm, 2 bath, new appls, garage, patio, near schools & shopping. Avail now. N/S. Lease.$1200.+ utils. 250-927-1497, 250-248-6629.

EMERALD ESTATES- (Parksville). 55+ independent living, 1 bdrm spacious, bright condo. Patio, new carpet. Homemaker & laundry included. Meals optional. NS/NP. $1150/mo + utils. Call 250-248-9249.

4 ALL season tires, 195/60/15 Yokohamas (no rims). Less then 10,000 km. $250. Email for more info to: hel2012@telus.net

PARKSVILLE-Investors. Two storey house near downtown Parksville Large lot. Two street frontages. Only $215,000. Drive by 146 Hickey & phone Cheryl @ Coast Realty

HOUSESITTING

FIREFLY

SNOWBOARD

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

Forum Bindings, Forum Boots (Ladies Size 6). Brand New! Used twice on the Bunny Hill! $250 obo. (250)591-8959

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS

LADYSMITH: SEMI-OCEANFRONT 6.5 treed acres, 2600 ft. 3bdrm home. Water view every from every room. $419,000. (250)245-8950

LANTZVILLE MOBILE home, dble wide w/upgrades, on lrg lot. 2bdrm, 2bath, W/D, F/S. Kids & pets OK on approval. $70,000 firm. No Agents Please! (250)816-0102

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 10 mins from Qualicum

Recently re-decorated COMOX INDEPENDENT/ supportive living. 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, full kitchen, downtown Stevenson Place. Immediate possession. 250-338-5563. misk5563@gmail.com NANAIMO WATERFRONT 2nd floor condo. 1500 sq.ft. LR/DR/2bdrms with view, den, gas FP, secure bldg. 2 underground parking spaces. Maintenance fee includes hot water/gas/landscaping. 1 pet OK. $339,900 (250)753-9123

VICTORIA 2 BDRM CONDO 1380 sq ft. Quiet 55+ bldg near Hillside Mall & Jubilee Hospital. No-step entry. $203,000. Call Claire 1-250858-6775.

MOBILE 14X56 w/8x12 addition in well maintained 55+ Upper Lantzville park. Lrg bdrm, kitchen & living room. 2yr old roof, furnace & oil tank, kitch counters & appliances. 14-6820 Parklands Place. $48,500. (250)390-3200

NORTH NANAIMO- 107 Harpooner Place (off McGirr) 2100sq ft, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, ocean mtn views, cul-de-sac, close to schools, lrg fenced yrd, new kitchen & roof, beautiful deck, lot size 7600sqft. $389,000. (250)756-6125.

Available now

Call 1-250-594-3004 MOILLIET MANOR 2 bdrm, storage room in suite, on bus route, clean, quiet, secure. heat/hot water included. $850/mo & $875/mo NS/NP 250 248-9322 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. PARKSVILLE- Jan 1 to Mar. 31, 2014, 55+ patio style, 1 bdrm+ den, fully furnished, 900sq ft, nice condition. NS/NP. Refs. $650. Call (250)586-6673. PARKSVILLERENOâ€™D 2 bdrm Apt, free storage & parking, quiet bldg, heat/hot water included. Avail now. $815. Call 250-248-3350.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Chartwell area. 3 bdrm, basement home, 12 yrs old, gas furnace & f.p. Double garage, large sundeck, close to school. Asking $370k, 250-752-8158

1bdrm $450 NS/NP.

PARKSVILLESPACIOUS â€œWindsor Courtâ€? 1 level strata patio home, totally updated, 2 bdrm, 2 bath end unit, within walking distance to dwntwn, beach, Oceanside Health Centre and other amenities. Drive by #7 454 Morison Ave or call (250)586-3624 for viewing. $237,900.

QUALICUM: 1 bdrm apt w/ocean view, parking at the door. $700/mo inclds heat, light, water. Avail now. Call 250-752-3333. QUALICUM BEACH Oceanfront, 1 bdrm condo, fully furnished w/all amenities inclâ€™d. Short term lease. $2000/mo. Call 250-752-3813.

SEMI RETIRED gentleman to pet/house sit in your home. Call 250-248-3865.

MOBILE HOMES & PADS 2 BDRM mobile, nestled in the treeâ€™s, 1000 sqft, 2 mins from Parksville. W/D, F/S, no dogs, no parties. Refâ€™s reqâ€™d. $700. Avail now. Call 250-951-9886. ERRINGTON: 2 bdrm, 5 appliances, N/S, N/P, 4k from Parksville, $750/mo, incls hydro. Refâ€™s Reqâ€™d. Avail. now. Call 250-228-7237. PARKSVILLE RV near orange bridge. 8â€™x40â€™. Wood stove, quiet, $500.+ utils. Avail now. Call (250)954-1960.

HOMES FOR RENT COOMBS: 2 bdrm, bright newly renoâ€™d. 5 appls, F/P, fenced yard. RV parking, pets neg. N/S. 10 min. to PV or QB. $850 + util. Ref reqâ€™d. Call 250-248-6584 ERRINGTON: 1 bdrm, 700 sqft, 4 applâ€™s, wood/tile floors, small workshop. Absolutely NO SMOKING & no pets. $650/mo +utils. (250)248-6554 PARKSVILLE- 2-BDRM loft home, lrg yard, 5 appls, long term lease option. New paint, great home. $1050. + utils. Avail now. (250)248-6629, (250)927-1497 PARKSVILLE: 3 bdrm, mtn view. 1.5 bath, NS/NP. $1350 utils incldâ€™d. 403-278-6857.

Renos, Decks, Complete int/ext Finishing, Flooring, Tiles, Painting Int/Ext & Landscaping Lighting. 35 yrs Experience. Semi Retired.

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Lawn & Garden

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PARKSVILLE, LARGE 3 bed, 2 bath, W/D, D/W, F/S, with separate 2 bed/1 bath basement suite, W/D, F/S. Large lot with garage. Pets considered, N/S. $1850. Avail Dec 1 or Jan 1. Call Wayne @ 250-954-8503.

Gardening

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WEST COAST STYLE South facing 3 bed/2bath house on scenic mountainview acreage. Errington. Pets ok. $1200/mo. N/S.Avail.Feb 1,2014 Call (250)954-0018.

OFFICE/RETAIL

RV PADS

RVâ€™S SET up on pads starting$400. Cable & inter-net incld. Rent or Rent to Own. 5 mins to Parksville. (250)954-1355.

Tree Services

Yard Clean-Up

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GOODYEAR NORDIC P205/55R16 snow tires & alloy rims (4). New. Save $250! Buy at $650. (250)722-2295

AUTO FINANCING

MORE SPACE FOR LESS Storage Containers Currently available: 8â€™ x 20â€™ $105. + taxes. Open storage for RVs, cars, boats, trailers: $40. + taxes for first 20â€™ $2 each additional foot.

250-248-7100.

SUITES, LOWER PARKSVILLE (SANDPIPER) clean 1 bdrm entry level, 6 appls, shower. Heat, light, Starchoice, some furniture. $800./mo N/S, Quiet. Call: 250-738-0092. Avail Jan 1. 1 BDRM suite, $750, incls hydro, internet, cable W/D, F/S, D. 4 pc bath, Nanoose BayBeachcomber area. Near beach. Non-smoker, no pets 250-468-2005 NORTH NANAIMO: Attention Students/Working Professionals: semi-furn private suite. New floors & paint. Shared lndry. FREE hydro & cable. N/S, No Partiers. $800/mo. Dec. 15th. 250-756-9746 PARKSVILLE COZY 1 bdrm suite. F/S, shared laundry, separate entrance. Util incl. $675/mo. 250-951-1561 Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

QUALICUM BEACH, Lower, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, W/D,F/P,D/W, Microwave. Private entry, ocean views, minutes from town, close to all amenities. N/S. $975. incl all utils. Call: 250-951-8488

CARS

SUITES, UPPER NEW 1-BDRM suite. Private entrance, sun deck, rural setting with mountain view. Hydro, cable, wi-fi, parking incld. Avail Jan 1st. $800./mo. NS/NP. Call (250)248-2806. Whiskey Creek-1bdrm, 2nd storey suite. F/P, W/D, 3pce bathroom. Suitable for single working female. $650/mo. Util incl.,except phone. Avail Jan 15. Damage deposit & good ref required. 250-752-0169 or 250-240-7999.

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PARKSVILLE AREA- Spacious RV site in the woods. $440./mo. utils incldâ€™d. Call (250)927-5623.

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PARKSVILLEErminskin Ave. W. Large 2-bdrm 2 bath. F/P, pet possible. N/S. $1200. + utils. Immed possession possible. Eves (250)752-5987.

Fencing

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RENT YOUR HOME! Owner & Tenant Management Services Nanoose to Bowser

SMALL DETACHED office is available, located in an Industrial Park. Ample parking & storage. Call 250-716-6797.

Tree Service

Service

QUALICUM WOODS Rancher- avail Jan 1, 1450sq ft, 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath, dbl garage, RV parking, 2 gas F/P, nice layout. $1300/mo- tenant pays own utils including water. NS/NP preferred; long term available. 250-927-7470.

PARKSVILLE DOWNTOWN2 bdrm w/office, 1 bath, 1000 sq ft, beautifully landscaped yrd, garage, N/S, pets upon approva. $1050+ hydro+ pet deposit is reqâ€™d. Avail Jan 1. Call (250)248-3734 days. (250)947-5426 evenings.

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QUALICUM BEACH: Furnished 2 bdrm 2 bath rancher near town centre. Bright and clean. Private backyard w/ huge deck. Short or longterm lease. $1350 fully-inclusive. Avail Jan. 1. Exc. Ref. Req. Call 250.752.1184.

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VIJHL Hockey

Unfinished business for Gens/Bucs

Oceanside Generals are looking for a win against division-leading Nanaimo team T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com

The Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals are looking to get back into the win column as they head to Nanaimo to square off with the Buccaneers for the second time ion less than a week. The two teams met Saturday night and there was a lot of business left unsettled at the end of the game, thanks to a vicious hit on the Generals’ Cory Burnett, a hit that was missed by referee Jarrett Taylor and ended up sending Burnett to the hospital with a swollen neck and a concussion. Generals defenceman Liam Peel, a 17-year-old out of Qualicum Beach, is anticipating a heated rematch between the two teams. “We are looking forward to stepping out on the ice against them for obvious reasons. Of course we are looking to get the win, but there is definitely some unfinished business there, too,” said Peel. Oceanside will get some help up front with Brodie Smith returning to the lineup this week after a call-up to the Junior A Cowichan Valley Capitals of the BCHL. Smith, a 16-year-old from Parksville, has seven goals to go along with 11 assists in 27 games

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Brodie Smith (dark jersey) was back on the ice with the Generals in preparation for Thursday’s rematch with Nanaimo.

with the Generals this season. Smith said he had nothing but a positive experience in Cowichan and is looking forward to stepping back onto the ice

with the club after his call up last weekend. “It was nice, I felt like they welcomed me right in and it was a good group of guys to play with.

Obviously, I like the group we’ve got here too and hopefully we can get a couple more wins and get it going here. I’m ready to get out there and go hard after play-

ing up. It’s a faster pace (in the BCHL) so hopefully I can bring a bit of that this week,” Smith said. Coach Dan Lemmon will be back at the helm Thursday night after being thrown out of Saturday’s game for having a few choice words towards referee Taylor, who never called a penalty on the hit that knocked out Burnett. “Obviously emotions are going to be running high on Thursday. One thing I’m going to tell the boys is to keep an even keel. We don’t want to get too high or too low and let things slip away from us. Not getting too emotionally involved in a game is important, especially against Nanaimo on Thursday. We’re going to be looking to get those two points and we’ll be making sure we are finishing every check we can, too,” said Lemmon. The Generals will be searching for their second win on the road this Thursday and they will be in tough against a Nanaimo team that sits tied for first place in the Vancouver Island Hockey League North Division. Saturday night the Generals are back at home to face the team tied with Nanaimo for first place, the Campbell River Storm. The puck drops at 7:30 p.m. at Oceanside Place.

Mount WasHIngton

Three from little club off to University Games T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com

Mount Washington might not be open yet, but there are three members of the Strathcona Nordics team that will be making an appearance at the World University Games in Trentino, Italy, Dec. 11–18. Athlete Andrea Lee is one of six female racers selected to represent Canada at the University Games. Additionally, Strathcona Nordics head coach Dave Battison has been named by Cross Country Canada as the head coach for the national university team. Rounding out the trio is Len Apedaile, president of the Nordics, who’s been appointed by the International Ski Federation (FIS) as technical delegate

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Andrea Lee is set to participate in the University Games this week.

for the cross-country ski race events.

Lee, who now attends the University of New Mexico and

graduated in 2008 from GP Vanier in Courtenay, is excited about racing in the games and being reunited with her former coach Battison. “When I found out that Dave is coming on the trip, I was pretty excited to say the least. I’ve really missed working with him over the past few years that I’ve been out in Ontario,” she said. “I’ve always had the utmost confidence in Dave’s coaching and waxing ability, so it is reassuring to know that our team is going to be very well taken care of over in Italy. It’s very cool that Len will be there too.” Battison said, “I’m thrilled to be coaching Andrea again. We have such a good rapport, and she’s competing at a level

where she could be top 10 or be a medalist on the world stage. This is great opportunity for her to shine.” Apedaile has become a seasoned race official over the years, gradually working his way up to become a level five cross-country ski race official and a licensed FIS and IPC technical delegate. Apedaile regularly officiates at national and international level FIS and International Paralympic Committee (IPC) cross-country events. Apedaile has been the chief of race for cross-country events at several IPC world cups and the Paralympic Winter Games in 2010. See Big SucceSS, page A39

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Whalers volleyball Parksville senior girls team struggles early but places tenth in the province The Ballenas Whalers senior girls volleyball team has finished up its season after finishing tenth at the girls AAA volleyball championships. The games were held at Seaquam Secondary Nov. 28-30. It was a competitive tournament that saw the girls struggle to catch up after a tough start. The Whalers squared off against College Heights of Prince George, who finished third in the tournament, and came up short in their first test. Up next was Point Grey out of Vancouver, the eventual fourth place finisher, and it was much of the same for the Whalers in that contest as well. “Unfortunately, we did not have a good start to the tournament,” said coach John Phillips. “I don’t know what the problem was but we just did not play with much accuracy. Poor passing led to poor setting, which led to weak attacking. We had a tough time trying to score points or side out.” On day one Ballenas finished third in their pool after beating Brookswood. On Friday morning, the Whalers played Little Flower Academy, who were the defending

champions. “I was pleased to see our team play like we have demonstrated throughout the season. We were determined to play better and we wanted to win this match to advance into the top eight.” In the best of five match the Whalers lost 23-25, 25-15, 15-25, 24-26. It was a close battle that saw the Whalers charge back in th fifth set from being down 11–22. The Whalers took a 23–22 lead but couldn’t quite shut the door on the defending champions. The seniors then went on to defeat Terry Fox (Vancouver) 2-0, Clayton Heights (White Rock) 2-0 and lost their final match to Duchess Park (Prince George) 0-2. This marks the end of the line for five Ballenas Whalers. Megan Bell, Nicole Lublinkoff, Shea Peachey, Kaila Parhar and Aly Gould will all be graduating this year. “Overall, it was a great year. The girls were a wonderful group to work with. Megan was by far our best player at the B.C.’s, she had a great tournament,” Phillips said. Ballenas will host the AAA girls provincial volleyball tournament in 2014. — Tyson Taylor

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Singing sensation Emma Beaton is coming back to the area this month for two shows. Here (centre) she poses with her Boston-based band Joy Kills Sorrow. Her band won’t be performing with her this trip.

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Singer will perform two shows this month while home for the holidays LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com

Musician Emma Beaton is so popular that when residents heard word-of-mouth she was coming back to the area to perform this month, they quickly began reserving their seats. “The Dec. 18 show is almost sold out with basically no promotion,” Beaton told The News last week. That’s why she’s putting on another show, a house concert at her parents residence. The first show (the nearly soldout one) will take place at the Qualicum Beach Rotary Hall on Dec. 18 and the second will happen on Dec. 27. Beaton grew up in Qualicum Beach and currently lives in New York where her burgeoning music career keeps her happily busy. She’s been playing the cello for many years and also plays a mean banjo. At age 18 Beaton won Young Performer of the Year in 2008 at the Canadian Folk Music Awards and was nominated for Traditional Singer of the Year in 2011. Known for her captivating and haunting voice, Beaton was described in American Songwriter magazine this year as having a deliv-

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ery combining “Ella Fitzgerald, Janis Joplin and Adele, if you can believe that.” She’s the lead singer for Boston-based band Joy Kills Sorrow and the group had a feature video on Rollingstone.com last year. They have toured extensively through the United States, Europe and Canada. The five-piece band plays original music with catchy string arrangements that have a fresh, bluegrassy feel. They recently played on the radio variety show A Prairie Home Companion and turned heads at the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival in Golden Gate Park. Beaton has recently been on tour in New Zealand with another group and is currently rehearsing in Boston with Joy Kills Sorrow. Although her band won’t be joining her this time around she will be joined in her performances in Qualicum Beach by mom Joyce Beaton and friend Dave Barta. The Dec. 18 show starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Rotary Hall. The House Concert will take place at 384 Mant Rd. Tickets for both shows are $20 available from Vintage Candy Store in Qualicum Beach. There will be coffee, tea and desserts at both shows.

Popular conductor Brian Jackson just can’t say no. That’s why, he joked, he’ll be back to lead Victoria Symphony’s pops concert A sentimental Christmas Dec. 16 at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. Jackson officially retired as the Victoria Symphony’s principle pops conductor last year, as well as retiring from conducting orchestras in London and Kitchener-Waterloo. Maestro Jackson will be leading all three pops shows in Victoria, and the one in Qualicum Beach this season, among other shows. After a run of holiday shows in Victoria, Jackson said by the fourth and final show (usually in the one in Qualicum Beach) he and the musicians start to lose their lustre. “And then we get to Qualicum and everything changes — it’s usually the best performance.” The program will include an overture from Hansel and Gretel composed by Engelbert Humperdinck, Jackson’s favourite piece in the program. There will also be music from two movies, The Polar express and It’s a wonderful Life, the latter which is new to Jackson. “As I get to this age I think, please let me conduct something new I have to learn,” he said. It’s a wonderful Life, staring Jimmy Stewart, is the second most popular Christmas movie in England, Jackson said, but he didn’t see it until just recently. He found it rather dark, he said. “I watched the movie and I thought, this is not exactly jolly.” However the film score (the film’s soundtrack) is very well done, he said. Although Jackson has retired the Victoria Symphony is very dear to his heart, he said. “They are just wonderful to conduct,” he said. Tickets are $35 from Mulberry Bush Book Stores located in Qualicum Beach and Parksville, using cash or cheques only. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. Contest: Win two tickets to A Sentimental Christmas. Email reporter@pqbnews.com with Send me to the symphony in the subject line by noon Saturday, Dec 14. Winners will be notified on Saturday.

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Husband, wife exhibit at MAC A photography exhibition currently up at the MAC features the work of two talented local photographers who are also husband and wife. Tim and Janet Tullis are displaying their photography at the McMillan Arts Centre (the MAC) in Parksville until Dec. 21. Janet took up photography seriously after the couple moved to the area 18 years ago as a way to capture images for future art projects. She soon found the medium suited her creative vision. Janet recently had one of her images accepted for the Lions Gate Photography Club’s Nature Exhibition. Several of Tim’s images grace the pages of the VIU ElderCollege brochure and various fly fishing publications like Island Fly Fisherman and The Gilley. Both Tim and Janet are active members of The Oceanside Photographers and the Probus Club of Qualicum Beach Photography Group. Janet and Tim’s photographs have also been accepted in prestigious juried shows such as Mid-Island Photo Exposition, Island Exposures Gallery, and The Old School House. —Submitted by Marva Blackmore/News Staff

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Come to Qualicum Bay for a Charles Dickens Afternoon Cream Tea and stay for top-notch dance talent this Saturday. The event is a joint fundraiser for the Lighthouse Community Theatre project and the Parksville Ballet School (PBS) Dance 2 Disney Performance Group. The afternoon includes a local craft fair, cream tea accompanied by the reading of A Christmas Carol, complimented by songs and dance by the Dance 2 Disney team. The dancers are part of a PBS intensive dance program, and many of them act in local theatre productions and compete at local dance festivals. They are fundraising for a trip to Los Angeles next year where they will be performing and taking part in work-

shops like one on auditioning, with a Disney casting agent. The craft fair begins at 1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14 at the Lighthouse Community Hall and includes vendors Epicure and Avon as well as wares created by local artists and artisans. At 2 p.m. the cream tea will be served as David Matthews reads A Christmas Carol. Matthews starred in the Bard to Broadway summer productions Anne of Green Gables and Hello Dolly. The event runs to 4 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance from Cranky Dog Music in Parksville, The Shoe Inn in Qualicum Beach, and Georgia Park Store and the Salish Sea Market in Bowser. Tickets will be $15 at the door. For more information visit the Lighthouse Community Centre Facebook Page. in e Jo

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Community Outreach Sunday No Church Service this Sunday Sunday 10:00am Errington Hall 1390 Errington Rd. Info: 250-954-3941

A Gift for Every Child at Christmas

SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre 250-248-2093 sos@sosd69.com 245 West Hirst Avenue, Parksville

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The SOS Caring for Kids at Christmas Angel Trees collect gifts for children in need. When you see an Angel Tree at one of the following locations, please help us put a smile on the face of a child this Christmas. Qualicum Beach

Parksville And Tiger Two Amazing Hair Studio (French Creek) Andrew Sheret Ltd. Beach Club Resort Bodyworks Fitness Canada Post Office CIBC Cloverdale Paint Coastal Community Credit Union Coastal Community Insurance Craig Bay Estates Glossy Nails Studio Lady’s Mantle Lefty’s Fresh Food Leslie’s Esthetics MLA Michelle Stilwell’s Office

Mercedes Lane Merle Norman Pacific Brimm RDN Recreation & Parks ReMax First Realty Royal Bank SAHELI Boutique Stanford Auto Scotia Bank Starbucks Coffee The Bargain! Shop The Mullberry Bush Book Store TOPS - Chapter 985 (Evening) Vancouver Island Insurance Centres Wilde and Sparrow Boutique Inc.

CIBC Coastal Community Credit Union Court Yard Café Curves Lefty’s Fresh Food MOD Apparel Qualicum Beach Pharmasave Qualicum Toy Shop RDN Ravensong Swimming Pool Royal Bank Royal LePage The Mullberry Bush Book Store Vancouver Island Insurance Centres Wabi Sabi Surf Shop, Coombs

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Oceanside Grandmothers would like to thank:

Parks West Save On Foods Thrifty Foods Quality Resort Bayside Hilda Pearce Marjorie LaFoy Moonshine Mollies Gordon Grenon, Stan Nestibo, Graham Reid MAC Dan Lundine Mike Ottom

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Marcie Gauntlett is one of the artists in the Nanoose Bay Studio Christmas Crawl happening this Saturday.

Ginny Brucker PQB NEWS Island Radio (99.9 The Lounge, 88.5 The Beach) Nango Grannies The Framing Gallery Droor Prize Winners: Quilt: Monica Calder Bill Helin Carving: Eileen Martsch Christmas Village Chantal LaPierre Evergreen Wreath: Coreen Connolly

The 6th annual Christmas Extravaganza was a remarkable success thanks to all the generosity and help of our local businesses, the Grandmothers and GrandOthers who generously devote their time and effort, and our wonderful customers and supporters. Thank you ALL!!

Nanoose studio crawl Saturday Finish off Christmas shopping in Nanoose Bay this weekend during a tour of local artist and artisan studios. It’s the Nanoose Bay Studio Christmas Crawl Saturday Dec. 14 and residents will find a variety of hand crafted items like pottery, wooden objects, furniture, forged metal art, jewelry, photography, paintings, quilting, garden art, baking, preserves and much more.

All studios will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and locations and a map can be found on the group’s website www.nanoosebaystudiotour. com. Studios will also be collecting non-perishable food donations for the Nanoose Community Cupboard. For more information call Pauline Nadeau Evans at 250-821-6136. —News staff

Cantando Chamber Christmas Concert The Cantando Chamber Singers are set to impress this Saturday with an eclectic mix of Christmas songs from around the world. The local choir will perform I saw Three ships featuring Christmas songs from many centuries and countries including France, Wales, Russia as well as contemporary pieces.

There will also be mince pies, shortbread fudge and other delicious treats for a Christmas tea. Tickets are $10 for the show which takes place at Know United Church at 2 p.m. on Dec. 14. —News staff

Reggae band holding fundraiser in Bowser The Crown and Anchor pub is hosting reggae band Dusty Hands this Friday, Dec. 13. The band is set to hit the stage from six to 10 p.m. The event will not have a cover charge but will accept donations of non-perishable food MPPM Ltd. Prestige Watch Services

High Quality Watch and Clock Repair/ Antique Restoration

• 30 Years Experience • Swiss Trained – (WORSTEP Cert) • Rolex Vintage Watch Specialist • Grandfather Clock House Call Serices - pick up and delivery - preparation for moving and storage Email: mppm@telus.net

OPEN (Mon-Fri) 9:30–5pm

Please call for appointment 250-752-5401

instead. Donations will go to those in need. Come out and enjoy a fun evening of refreshing music that’s easy to listen and dance to. For more information contact 250-9274457. —News staff

Worship With Us December 15th - 10:00am Advent 3- JOY Sunday, Dec. 15, 10am-Christmas Cantata “Let Love’s Light come” Wednesday, Dec. 18, “Blue Christmas” Light supper at 5pm, service at 6pm

Knox United Church

250-248-3927

Corner of Pym and Humphrey, Parksville

office@kucparksville.ca www.kucparksville.ca

From a man who was born at a home during a violent Pacific storm comes a riveting recollection of memories that will amuse you! Follow the Child of the Storm and witness his adventures as he takes you through the turbulent war years to the mid 1960s. Lawrence was a child growing up and living in poverty on the wild coast of Western Canada. In this book, you will experience the freedom associated with his unusual lifestyle.

The story takes place at a time in history when the economy of the Great Depression had shifted to a new prosperity. Old ways of harvesting timber and commercial fishing for a meagre living were becoming more modern and economically viable. Meet the interesting characters who shared life with the author during these changing times. Go to sea with the crews of various vessels as they sail the oceans and lakes of North America from the boiling tropics to the frozen seas of Alaska.

Share in the tragedies of lost ship mates and the excitement of discovering new ports of call as Lawrence travels through the stormy Pacific, Atlantic and islands of the Caribbean. This is his story, the journey and adventures of the Child of the Storm.

Child of the Storm is available at the following outlets: • Ship and Shore – Deep Bay • Salish Sea Market – Bowser • Mulberry Bush Bookstore – Parksville & Qualicum Beach • Also available as an E Book

ENTERTAINMENT All events scheduled may be subject to change.

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK

Call Denise

Dumbrell

Saving Thousands on your Mortgage!

To submit your activities; e-mail: events@pqbnews.com, fax:250-248-4655 or drop by: #4-154 Middleton Ave Featured Events for the Week THU. DEC. 12 FRI. DEC. 13 VILLAGE THEATRE

Dec 12,-Dec 29, 2013, 110 W. Second Ave, QB. Family event, Cinderella, The Greatest Pantomime. Rose Knabb, 250-821-1421, www.echoplayers.ca, dock. cafe@shaw.ca

COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS DANCE

7:30-10pm, Rotary House, corner Beach & Fern, QB. Adults/Seniors $2.50 p.p. includes snacks. ebfoden@ gmail.com, 250-586-3743.

FRI. DEC. 13 PACIFIC BRIMM

6-8pm Music with Peter Mason. BBQ Ribs/Chicken & Seafood Pasta Night.

BOWSER FOOD BANK 6-10pm, Fundraiser at the Crown & Anchor pub with DUSTY HANDS Reggae Band. No cover. Donations & non-perishables. Info: 250-927-4457.

STORIES FOR ADULTS

7:30-9:30pm, $10/door, MAC, 133 McMillan St. PV, Stories/Songs of the Season. Info: 250-594-3221.

OS STROKE RECOVERY 11am-1:30pm. St. Columba Hall, 921 Wembley Rd, Parksville. Bring a lunch. Kathleen 250-586-6766.

THE GRINCH

7pm, Port Theatre, Nanaimo, 250-754-8550. Students from Tempo & Rhythm Dance Academy. $15.

MUSIC TRIVIA

7pm, Shady Rest Pub. Prizes 3109 W. Island Hwy, QB.

SAT. DEC. 14 CHARLES DICKENS CREAM TEA

1-4pm, Cream tea served at 2pm. Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. Donna Wilkins 250-248-9522, info@parksvilleballet.com. Fundraiser. Advance tickets available.

ERRINGTON CHRISTMAS FAIR

10am-3pm, 1390 Errington Rd., ‘The Original Show’ susanneandguy@shaw.ca. Proceeds to Errington War Memorial Hall.

WINTER WONDERLAND ON ICE

The holiday elves have been busy transforming Oceanside Place Arena into a Winter Wonderland. Special lighting and décor along with a touch of holiday magic will make you feel as though you’re skating on an outdoor pond under the light of the moon and millions of twinkling stars. Join us for a variety of public skate sessions/ regular admission. Phone RDN 250-248-3252 or view skate and swim schedules online at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

DECEMBER 14TH

NANOOSE “CHRISTMAS CRAWL

Call Hospice 250-752-6227 for more information

For

Tools • Lessons & Supplies CALL US: 250-331-9392

PARKSVILLE TAI CHI

TIMBERLINE DANCE

FREE DROP-IN

6:30-7:30pm, Dads play with their young children. (0-6) Older siblings welcome.

SAT. DEC. 14

MON. DEC. 16

QUALICUM BEACH FARMERS MARKET

LIVE MUSIC

OPEN MIC NIGHT

8:30am-12:30pm, Veteran’s Way & Memorial. www.qbfarmersmarket. com, Qbfmmanager@ gmail.com 250-240-1233

10-11:30am. SOS, 245 W. Hirst Ave., PV. Info & assistance re-Alcohol and Drug Use Disorder problems. Jack McNeil 250-752-1052 or 250-714-9703.

PQ CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT

Count your feeder flock, pick up a Feedercount checklist at Buckerfields, PV. Info or join a team, saninerr@shaw.ca

TIM HORTON’S FREE SKATE

2-3:30pm, 830 West Is. Hwy/Oceanside Place. Free rentals. recparks@rdn.bc.ca or view schedules online at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation

2267 Cousins Rd., Courtenay • www.woodturning2carving.com

100% BC Owned and Operated HOURS: Mon-Sat 8:30-5:30, Sunday 10:00-4:00

7-11pm. IDENTITY CRISIS Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Is. Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

SUN. DEC. 15 OS GRANDMOTHERS CONCERT

2:30pm-4pm, doors open at 2, Knox United Church, 345 Pym Street, PV. By donation. Doors open at 2:00 p.m.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

8:30-11am, 1390 Errington Rd/War Memorial Hall.

A CAPPELLA PLUS CHRISTMAS CHOIR

2:30pm, The Best of the Season at the MAC in Parksville. Tickets at The Quilted Duck, Mulberry Bush Bookstores, or www.acappellaplus.ca

OLD SCHOOL HOUSE 2:30-4:30pm, 122 Fern Rd. W. Music, tickets, www. theoldschoolhouse.org

PV LION’S/SAVE-ONFOODS FAMILY SKATE 12:15-1:45pm. Free skate/ rentals. www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation. 250-248-3252.

7-10pm, The Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Is. Hwy, QB.

ARBUTUS TOASTMASTERS CHRISTMAS PARTY

7:30-10:30pm, PV Legion, 146 West Hirst St. Adults/ FREE, live classic Country & Rock’n Roll music. Info: Bill Wilson 250-752-8542, laveer@shaw.ca

9:30-11:30am, St. Edmund’s Church, $20/ month. Info 250-954-1002.

SAT. DEC. 14

Woodcraft, Lutherie, Supplies & Lessons

250-248-3243

WED. DEC. 18

MOVIES AT PCCC

Artisan wood to works

587 Alberni Hwy. Parksville

TUE. DEC. 17

OCEANSIDE WOOD CARVERS

SMART MEETING

Offering a time of music, readings, candlelight remembrance and reflection to honour the life of someone special.

Better Rates than your Bank!

The Nanoose Bay Studio Tour group are opening their studios once again to host a “Nanoose Bay Studio Christmas Crawl”, from 10 am to 4 pm. For a list of participating studios, plus guest artists, see our website www.nanoosebaystudiotour.com. And find us on Facebook! Our studios will also be collecting non-perishable food items for the Nanoose Community Cupboard. Info: Pauline Nadeau Evans, 250-821-6136 or Karen Zaborniak, 250-468-7416.

Dec 14-Dec 24, 826 Island Hwy W, Wembley Mall. Bring your child, pets, even grandma to be professionally photographed.

Sunday, December 8 - 2:00-3:00pm Parksville Community Centre 132 East Jensen Avenue

www.dumbrell.ca

DECEMBER 13-31

VISIT WITH SANTA

“Gathering to Remember”

250-248-4022

LADIES BADMINTON 1:30-3pm, Arrowsmith Activity Hall. Looking for new members. Info: Margaret 250-752-1103

8:30-10:30am, meets at the Oceanside Middle School. Bob Klaassen, president. New members welcome.

KOFFEECLUB

WED. DEC. 18

QB SRS CENTRE

Dutch speaking group get together 11am. Upstairs Quality Foods-boardroom. Yvonne 250-738-0248 Silent Auction, Raffles & Draws Dec. 18-21 9am3pm.

1 & 8pm - The Butler and 4 & 6pm The Polar Express. www.parksvillecentre.com

THU. DEC. 19

LIVE MUSIC

MOVIES AT PCCC

6-9pm, The Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Island. Hwy, Qualicum Beach.

1 & 8pm - The Butler and 4 & 6pm The Polar Express. www.parksvillecentre.com

7-9pm Parksville Community Centre. Be our guest. arbutus.toastmastersclubs. org

TENNIS

1-4pm, Springwood Park, every day. Cynthia Sage 250-248-5702. www.arrowsmithtennis.ca

MOVIES AT PCCC

1&8pm The Butler and The Polar Express 4&6pm. www.parksvillecentre.com

NEW & USED Mobility Scooters Available!

SALE ON

Previously owned Mobility Scooters Prices starting at

899

tax free

A-120 Middleton Ave Parksville BC • 250-586-2220 www.oceansidescooters.ca

TUE. DEC. 17 BIRD WALKS

9am, Parksville Beach Community Park. Neil Robins, 250-954-1928. nmrobins@telus.net, www. thebirdstore.blogspot.com

MOVIES AT PCCC

1:00 & 8:00pm - The Butler and 4:00 & 6:00pm The Polar Express. www.parksvillecentre.com

Every day from 4 to 6pm go to Quality Foods for crazy low prices on a select product. The Appy Hour deal changes every day!

Family Dentistry

New Patients Welcome! Dr. Denny B. Essig DMD 175 Corfield Street Parksville BC

(Across from Thrifty Foods)

250-586-4404 www.oceansidedentalcentre.com

May the Holiday Season bring only Happiness and Joy to you and your loved ones.

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Cash Prizes 1 x $250 1 x $150 1 x $100

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We’re Giving Away

500

Draw Dec. 27

in Christmas Cash! Look for the Ballot Box to enter to win!

Inside you’ll find lots of great Christmas gift giving ideas. Fill out a ballot at participating merchants and Enter to Win!

Parksville Home Hardware Pheasant Glen Sexessories Blue Quill

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Lightspeed Kayaks Oceanside Clothing Dolly’s Home Hardware Outsider

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Redeem this Coupon for up to 15% Off Sexessories Toys for “Grown-up” invites you to meet them under Girls and Boys the mistletoe this holiday season. and other Sizzling Stocking Stuffers Mid-Island’s Premiere Adult Boutique 255-B East Island Hwy. 248-7369 www.sexessories.net ❤ Open 7 days a week

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Christmas Sale Up to

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Over 200 quality loose leaf teas Buy 2, get 3rd FREE on Selected Items Hundreds of great gift ideas!

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December Holiday Specials • 12 Days of Christmas Daily specials Dec 9-21

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Christmas Gifts & Stocking Stuffers

toys

emergency flashlights

gift cards tools Ted Jolda’s Glass Art

live Christmas trees

gifts & more (250) 752-9833

169 West 2nd Ave., Qualicum Beach

The Perfect Gift for the Person that has everything!

Gift Certificates Available! 125 McCarter St Parksville BC Tel:250-248-2041

Christmas Specials Anyone?!

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DEC. 12 DEC. 13 DEC. 14 1 DOZEN SHOES ALL CLOTHING PROV1’s 50% OFF REGULAR $39.95 PRICE 50% OFF HATS 50% OFF

DEC. 18 GOLF BAGS 25% OFF

DEC. 15 DEC. 16

BOOTS GPS ALL CLOTHING 20% OFF WATCHES 2 FOR 1 50% OFF 10% OFF! GLOVES!

WEEKLY SPECIALS - DECEMBER 12-24 10-GAME PUNCH CARD- $400.00 4-LESSON SERIES- $160.00 REG- $200.00

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local artisans - organic beauty - gift cards

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Christmas trees Stands 25% OFF Lights Christmas Gift ideas Decorations 1395 W. Island Highway, Parksville

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Monday - Friday 7- 6, Saturday 8 - 6, Sunday & Holidays 9 - 5 Locally Owned & Operated

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TIDE GUIDE

Automotive Tip of the Week

Don’t get caught flat!

When you’re checking the pressure on your tires most people forget about the spare. Your spare can be located in different locations depending on your make and model of your vehicle. You can check your owner’s manual for pressure rating and spare location. Also, when checking the spare, make sure the jack is in there and in working order. If you are still unable to find either, stop in at your local repair shop for assistance. Sponsored by

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Pacific Net & Twine Ltd. 1380 Alberni Highway, Parksville • 250-248-6953 THURS., DEC. 12 PST (m) (ft) 02:33 3.7 12.1 07:10 3.0 9.8 13:02 4.5 14.8 20:28 1.2 3.9 FRI., DEC. 13 PST (m) (ft) 03:43 4.0 13.1 08:24 3.3 10.8 13:44 4.4 14.4 21:10 1.0 3.3 SAT., DEC. 14 PST (m) (ft) 04:37 4.3 14.1 09:28 3.4 11.2 14:26 4.3 14.1 21:50 0.9 3.0

SUN., DEC. 15 PST (m) (ft) 05:21 4.5 14.8 10:22 3.4 11.2 15:05 4.2 13.8 22:27 0.8 2.6 MON., DEC. 16 PST (m) (ft) 05:58 4.6 15.1 11:09 3.4 11.2 15:43 4.2 13.8 23:02 0.8 2.6 TUES., DEC. 17 PST (m) (ft) 06:33 4.6 15.1 11:52 3.4 11.2 16:20 4.1 13.5 23:36 0.8 2.6

WED., DEC. 18 PST (m) (ft) 07:05 4.7 15.4 12:33 3.4 11.2 16:56 4.0 13.1 THURS., DEC. 19 PST (m) (ft) 00:09 0.9 3.0 07:36 4.7 15.4 13:16 3.3 10.8 17:33 3.9 12.8 This information is taken from Fisheries & Oceans Canada. Nautical charts protect lives, property and the marine environment.

All times are PACIFIC STANDARD TIME as per www.waterlevels.gc.ca

Approved Service Centre

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Your coins will make a big difference for many families this Christmas.

Please drop off your coins at the Parksville Qualicum Beach News, #4-154 Middle Ave, Mon-Fri. 8:30-5pm. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT.

While supplies last. No rainchecks.

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LIssa aLexander photo

VisitinG with santa: Tya Kitazaki shares a moment with Santa Claus at Breakfast with Santa that took place at Baileys in the Village during the Qualicum Beach Downtown Business Association’s Christmas in the Village event Saturday. CorreCtion: In Tuesday’s edition of The News, on page 3, we incorrectly identified Alicia Deakins as Tya. We apologize for the mix-up.

Spreading comfort and joy Listen to some seasonal music for a good cause this Sunday, Dec. 15. Comfort and Joy! The Musical Spirit of Christmas is being presented by the Oceanside Grandmothers to Grandmothers. The concert features soloist Rosalee Sullivan and Second Wind, a local saxophone trio. The fourth annual

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Christmas concert is a family event and all proceeds will be shared between the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmothers Campaign and the Salvation Army. The show runs from 2:30 to 4 p.m. and takes place at Knox United Church in Parksville. Admission is by donation. —NewS Staff

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one day hooray! Wednesday, december 11

SAVE SAVE UP UP TO 70% TO 60% LISSA ALEXANDER PHOTO

Hi GRANDMA: Cameron Neill waves to his grandparents while taking a pony ride during Christmas in the Village in Qualicum Beach Saturday.

CHRISTMAS TREES, TRIM & DÉCOR, COOKWARE SETS AND SKILLETS*

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SAVE SAVE UP UP TO 40% TO 30% BATH FASHIONS, SHEETS & FASHION BEDDING*

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EARLY DEADLINES FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON

Have a Wonderful Holiday Season!

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Thursday, December 12, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News

Send your entries to jdenee@pqbnews.com

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The last challenge was to suggest ways you can tell a court case is heading for a mistrial. The winner is Members of the jury rate each witness’ testimony by holding up score cards. The defence attorney installs an applause meter to rate his client’s testimony. Lou Gueho, Parksville The courtroom doors are painted green, yellow, and red. At sentencing the Judge says the verdict is to be discovered “behind

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the green door”. Upon instructing the jury on how to process the evidence, the judge proclaims in Shakespearean vernacular “The First Thing We do… Let’s Kill All The Lawyers”. Lea Butterfield, Palmdale The judge pounds his gavel and declares the bar is open. The defense attorney breaks into a “Chicago” style song and dance routine. Karen DeBorba, Qualicum Beach The prosecutor’s spouse is seated on the jury. One of the jurors is caught sexting with the defendant. The judge keeps referring to the defendant as “the guilty party “.

53. Jewelry finding

1. Type of health plan

55. Showed intense anger

10. Auricle 11. Copycat

57. Sculpture with a head

12. Manpower

58. A single entity

13. Delicate fern genus

59. What part of (abbr.)

15. Diego, Francisco or Anselmo

60. Before

16. Zanzibar copal

61. Confined condition (abbr.)

19. Jackie’s 2nd husband

62. Hurrah

23. Conjoined twins 24. Mythological birds 25. This (Spanish) 26. Lowest hereditary title 29. Pre-transplant plot 33. Fiddler crab genus 34. Professional legal organization 40. Sleeve indicator of mourning 44. Far East housemaid

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HOROSCOPES

The week of Dec. 12 -Dec. 18, 2013 ARIES

LIBRA

Reality is what it is – there is no need to embellish it or wish it were something different.

Can you trust your senses? You would be wise to question what your eyes and ears tell you.

TAURUS Be careful what you say if someone comes to you for advice.

GEMINI You need to stay sharp both mentally and physically.

CANCER Think positive by all means, but don’t let wishful thinking take a hold on you

DOWN

LEO

1. Sorli’s Tale hero 2. A musical master

You need to sit down and have a heart-to-heart talk with someone you care for.

3. Speech

VIRGO

4. Swiftest 5. Opaque gem 6. Origins 7. Proceed from a source

35. Most thick

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56. Black tropical American cuckoo

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Cary Kinkead, Klamath Falls The next challenge (31) is to treat place names as acronyms, devising an appropriate phrase whose initial letters form the place’s name. Examples: OTTAWA – Outrageous tales told about worthy adversaries; MIAMI – much idleness and minimum ice; MOSCOW – many old Soviet citizens on welfare; RENO – risk everything, negligible outcome; PEI, potatoes every inch. Send entries to jdenee@pqbnews.com with your name and town. The deadline is December 17 at noon. Good luck!

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36. A projecting part

20. A single instance

37. Improved by editing

21. French river

38. Made melodious sounds

26. Undeveloped blossom

39. Treatment

27. One pip domino

40. Agreeableness

28. Fled on foot

41. Bell sound

45. Hmong

13. Small amount

30. Sheep bleat

42. Tennis contests

46. With three uneven sides

14. Mineral aggregate

43. Furnace vessels

17. Prefix for wrong

31. One point N of due E

49. Tempts

18. Point midway

32. Father

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CAPRICORN Make sure you deal only with people who are exciting and original this week.

AQUARIUS Map out how you are going to get from where you are now to where you want to be. Then do it.

PISCES If you are thinking of making a trip of some kind, that’s good, but keep your plans flexible.

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ROTARY NEWS

Clubs lead fundraising for Philippines The recent typhoon in the The Rotary Club of ParksPhilippines seems to be a re- ville AM has already pledged minder that climate change shelterboxes to go to the rehas influenced weather pat- gion as part of this Rotary terns in our world, and when partner’s effort to bring imnature strikes the results can mediate help for families in be devastating for people the Philippines. and property. Bringing relief The Rotary Club of Qualiand long term assistance to cum Beach sponsored a local the affected regions can be fund raising evening orgaa significant challenge, but nized by a group of Qualicum an organization like Rotary Beach business people at the is playing a very Thalassa Restauimportant role. rant. After the There are Rotary club has 1.2 million By Norm Watts made its contriRotarians in bution to funds 34,000 clubs raised, all proserving comceeds will go to munities all Rotarians in the over the world. Philippines to This network distribute relief of clubs makes where it is most up Rotary Inneeded. ternational and The informal we have two clubs in Parks- network within Rotary is acville and two in Qualicum tive through the many opBeach which are part of this portunities for Rotarians to international family. It is connect with members in the also interesting to note that Philippines, and now these there are more than 21,000 Rotarians are collaborating Philippine Rotary members, on relief efforts. It is importand already this network of ant to note that Rotarians Rotarians has been very ac- are not just involved in short tive in bringing assistance term relief, but Rotarians havfollowing the super typhoon ing these connections with Haiyan strike on Nov. 9. members in the region will

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Home-Making : Downtown-Style! Anderson Vacuum 150 East Hirst Ave.

Island Lock 124 Middleton Ave.

Bargain Bazaar Loonie Toonie 109 Craig St.

Island Traders 115 Craig St.

Blossoms n Such 2-102 East Island Hwy.

Jubu Bead & Gift 5-120 Alberni Hwy.

Blue Door Audio Video 124C Middleton Ave.

Loonyrama Plus 6-160 Corfield St.

Bosley’s Pet Food Plus 104-280 East Island Hwy.

Lucky Loonies Dollar Store 5-102 East Island Hwy.

Chocolates Plus 122A Craig St.

M&N Mattress Shop 1-291 East Island Hwy.

Classic Kitchens & Design 164 West Island Highway

Monk Art Gallery and Studio 151A Morison Ave.

Crafts by Design 3-162 Harrison Ave.

Mulberry Bush Book Store 102-280 East Island Hwy.

Cranky Dog Music 154 Morison Ave.

Parksville Music Centre 104 Middleton Ave.

Cutting Edge Engraving & Trophies 3-120 Alberni Hwy.

Petal and Kettle 122B Craig St.

Fireside Books 114 Middleton Ave.

Quest for Colour/ Benjamin Moore 330 East Island Hwy

Flix n Pix Video 138 Middleton

Scrapbookin’ Adventures 4-102 East Island Hwy.

Flowers by the Sea 151B Morison Ave.

Sears 182 Harrison Ave.

Framing Gallery 3-125 McCarter St.

Soak Essentials 4-155 Morison Ave.

Home Hardware Parksville 142 Morison Ave.

The Lockhart Collection 4-180 Craig St.

Hoochies Seaside Gifts & Gallery 111 Craig St.

The Source 105-192 West Island Hwy.

Island Cycle 5-114 East Hirst Ave.

Tom Harris Cellular TV Internet 3-281 East Island Hwy.

Island Exposures Art Gallery 5-183 West Island Hwy.

Woolshop 8-281 East Island Hwy.

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