THURSDAY DECEMBER 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
Official newspaper of the Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals
BCYCNA
Gold 2012 General Excellence
FATHER-SON JAZZ TEAM
OPENING OUR SCHOOLS
District believes facilities are under-utilized
Phil and Ben Dwyer deliver a charity concert this Saturday
Save 10¢ /Litre on Ho me Heating Oil from now until April
A5
B1
CALL FOR DETAILS
Parksville 250.927.1271
QUALICUM BEACH
Fire hall site is parkland
• AFDFuels.ca
Town says it has always known about the land’s designation JOHN HARDING
editor@pqnbews.com
A town official has confirmed about one-third of the site where Qualicum Beach’s new fire hall will stand is designated as parkland. That has at least one Qualicum Beach resident unhappy. “We’re building a $6 million focus building and that location is parkland — it was given in goodwill as parkland,” said Tony Wilde. “There’s a lot of wildlife in there. It’s not just a piece of scrubland.” Site preparation work has already begun on the $6 million project off Rupert Road near the roundabout. Wilde said he believes another piece of town-owned land, near the airport, would be better suited for the fire hall and would cost the town less than the approximately $2 million it will spend on the Rupert Road location to bring services like the sewer to the fire hall site. “(The new fire hall) is in the wrong There’s a lot of wildlife location,” said Wilde. there. It’s not just Town engineer Bob Weir said the a piece of scrubland town has always known it was going to use some parkland for the fire hall. TONY WILDE The land was designated parkland as part of the price a developer paid to sub-divide nearby lands. “We always knew part of it (the new fire hall site) was parkland,” said Weir. “We knew it was going to be used for some municipal purpose. We knew we needed a reservoir and we knew we needed a fire hall and that site was good.” Traditionally, when municipalities use parkland for some purpose, they dedicate some other parcel of town-owned land as park space. “That’s typically the easiest way to do it, but it’s not the only way to do it,” said Weir. Both Weir and Wilde said town council was expected to raise the issue at a meeting Wednesday afternoon, but there was no meeting listed on the town’s online calendar, usually an accurate source of when council is meeting for any reason.
blue door Audio Audio/Video udio/Video udio
250-248-2515
w w w. b l u e d o o r a v. c o m
124-C Middleton Ave, Parksville W E P R I C E M AT C H (See us for all details)
PHOTO SUBMITTED BY QUALICUM BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
STOLEN SANTA: This four-metre-tall Santa was stolen sometime overnight Dec. 16-17 from the front yard of the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce offices on Second Avenue. “If you want to return your Christmas karma to the good side and you want to warm the hearts of many Qualicum Beach residents, we will receive our Santa back with no questions asked,” said the chamber’s CEO Evelyn Clark. See story page A3.
It’s our 35th Christmas… Why Shop with us?
✔ Old Fashioned Personalized Service ✔ Blue Door Price Match Guarantee ✔ Over 120 Years of Staff Experience ✔ We Back what we sell
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Merry Christmas from all of us! Lilydale Fresh Grade “A” Young Turkey
Grade “A” Turkey
Frozen, All Sizes While quantities last. Limit one per family order $2.16/kg
All Sizes While quantities last. $4.39/kg
Over Limit Price $1.39/lb, $3.06/kg
On Sale
1
On Sale
98
¢
99 Per lb
Per lb
With a minimum $50 family order (including turkey)
Green Giant Vegetables
Coke, Pepsi,
Assorted 750g
Available in the Meat Dept. 300g
On Sale
3
On Sale
On Sale
4Each9
39
1
9Each9
Where this symbol appears, deposit & enviro levies are applicable.
Thrifty Kitchens Cranberry Orange Sauce
Selected Flavours, Dasani or Aquafina Water 12 Pack or Glaceau Vitamin Water 4 Pack Selected
for
A2
99
20
Weekly Specials in effect until 6pm Tuesday, December 24th, 2013
Christmas Store Hours
December 18th –23rd
December 24th
We’re open Boxing Day!
24 hour locations will remain open 24 hours
at all locations
24 hour locations will remain open 24 hours
6am–Midnight
6am–6pm
9am–6pm
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
Page Three
www.pqbnews.com
A3
The PQB NeWS Team: John, Candace, Auren & Lissa e-mail: editor@pqbnews.com Phone: 250-905-0019
stArtinG Point
Santa stolen from downtown Qualicum
The Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce is promising amnesty for the culprits who stole a four-metre-tall Santa from the yard in front of its office Monday night. “A note to the abductors: If you want to return your Christmas karma to the good side and you want to warm the hearts of many Qualicum Beach residents, we will receive our Santa back with no questions asked,” chamber CEO Evelyn Clark wrote in a news release about the theft. While the chamber has promised amnesty, there has been no similar pledge from the RCMP. And the chamber’s news release actually got more dramatic. “Now, no small children can wave back as Santa moves in the breeze. No poignant senior can relive a time when Santa played a big role in their children’s Christmas dreams. No hapless visitor can be reminded that Qualicum Beach welcomes them to visit, shop and partake of our warm hospitality.” — NEWS Staff
MOHO numbers are in and they’re huge
They really did fill that motorhome — and then some. Big Boys Toys’ fundraiser for the needy of the mid-Island area collected 13,484 pounds of food this year, including $7,000 cash. Big Boys’ Toys said the cash was used to purchase bulk food needed by the food banks and also 50 turkeys. “We appreciate your support,” said a news release from the company. — NEWS Staff
insidE Arts & Entertainment . . . . B1 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A29 Thursday Spotlight . . . . . . . . A5
Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A10 Letters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A11 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A33-A35
WhAt’s onlinE?
www.pqbnews.com Get the full story. Watch for these icons in our regular articles, then go to www.pqbnews.com for extended content. online www.pqbnews.com
Add your CoMMenTS at www.pqbnews.com
SUBMITTED PHOTO BY GEOFF HALLETT
TIME FOR A TRIM: This huge tree on Second Avenue West in Qualicum Beach was getting a little off the top on Friday morning.
Fill that stocking!
Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ParksvilleNews and Facebook: www.facebook.com/PQBNews hoW to rEACh us: General: Phone 250-248-4341; Fax 250-248-4655 Publisher: Peter McCully . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . publisher@pqbnews .com Editor: John Harding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .250-905-0019 - editor@pqbnews .com Advertising: Brenda Boyd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .250-905-0013 - bboyd@pqbnews .com Production: Peggy Sidbeck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250-905-0016 - team@pqbnews .com Circulation: Laurie Fairbanks . . . . . . . .250-905-0017 - circulation@pqbnews .com Classified display: Pauline Stead . . . . . . . .250-905-0012 - office@pqbnews .com
$115,000
$60,138.36
The NEWS is following the progress of this year’s Society of Organized Services’ Christmas Campaign. Their goal is to raise $115,000 . For 45 years now, local communities have entrusted SOS to deliver a Christmas program to local families, and individuals from Nanoose to Bowser, and Errington to Lasqueti. We believe that once again, this will be a Merry Christmas for all of our friends and neighbours. Please give if you can, your community does need you. Donations can be dropped off or mailed in to PO Box 898, 245 West Hirst Ave, Parksville V9P 2G9, or visit: www.sosd69.com Thank you for caring!
Purchase your GIC here & help me make someones Christmas brighter!
1 Year 2 Years 3 Years 4 Years 5 Years
In the spirit of Christmas, I will donate all of my GIC sales commissions for the month of December. HollisWealth is a division of Scotia Capital Inc., a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada. ™ Trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia, used under license.
2-668 Beach Rd, Qualicum Beach V9K 2R1 • 250.752.5100 robert.willis@holliswealth.com
2.10% 2.30% 2.40% 2.75% 2.85%
GIC Rates as of December 18, 2013
Robert Willis, CFP®
Senior Investment Advisor, Scotia Capital Inc. Member of the Scotiabank Group TM
All rates are subject to change without notice. (All companies represented are members of the CDIC, CUDIC or ASSURIS, minimums may apply)
A4
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Silent Night Holy Night The Christian Churches of the Oceanside Ministerial wish you a joyful Christmas. We invite you to join us to celebrate the birth of Christ, God’s gift of love, at any of the following special services. St. Mary’s Anglican Church
St. Mary the Protectress Orthodox Church
Catholic Church of Ascension
Parksville Baptist Church
Monday, December 23 Children’s Messiah: 3:00-4:00pm Tuesday, December 24 Candlelight Service: 11:00pm Wednesday, December 25 Service: 10:00am Sunday, December 29 Lessons & Carols: 10:00am
Monday, January 6, 2014 Vesperal Liturgy: 8:30pm Sunday, January 12, 2014 Divine Liturgy: 10am Sunday, January 26, 2014 Divine Liturgy: 10am
Christmas Eve, December 24 Masses: 5:00pm, 7:30pm & 10pm Christmas Day, December 25 Mass: 11:00am
Christmas Eve, December 24 5:00pm or 7:00pm A Christmas Eve Experience Come Join in the Celebration
Christian Fellowship Centre
Arbutus Grove Church
St. Columba Presbyterian Church
Tuesday, December 24 7pm - Communion to follow Pastor Jack Van Holst No Christmas Day Service. Sunday, December 29 New Year’s Day Service: 10am
Sunday, December 22 4th Sunday in Advent LOVE theme: 10:30am Tuesday, December 24 Candlelight Service: 7:00pm Sunday, December 29 Morning Worship: 10:30am
2600 Powder Point Rd., Nanoose Bay • 250-468-5684
825 Village Way, Qualicum Beach 250-752-5513
Christmas Eve, December 24 Candlelight and Carols: 8pm www.cfcchurch.com
St. Mark’s Anglican Church
594 Karls Way, Parksville • 250-667-5293
with Theophany Blessing of Water
170 W. Hirst Ave., Parksville 250-248-6474
Knox United Church
Corner of Pym and Humphrey Streets 250-248-3927
Sunday, December 22 Festival of Lessons & Carols: 10am Tuesday, December 24 Holy Communion with Carols: 7:30pm & 10:30pm Wednesday, December 25 Holy Communion (no music): 10am www.stmarksqualicum.bc.ca
Christmas Eve Contemplative Service 4:00-5:00pm Christmas Eve Family Candlelight Service: 7:00pm Christmas Eve Service With Candlelight & Communion: 11pm www.kucparksville.ca
921 Wembley Road, Parksville 250-248-2348
407 Wembley Rd (at Church Rd), Parksville 250-248-3114 • The Rev. Andrew Twiddy
Christmas Eve Services Family Service: 4pm Carols & Candle Lighting: 7pm & 9pm
Sing-along Carolling: 2pm Drop in Carol Sing
187 Alberni Hwy, Parksville 250-248-8794 The Salvation Army Majors Norman & Cindy Hamelin
Christmas Eve, December 24 Service: 7:00pm
Qualicum Baptist Church
600 Beach Road, Qualicum Beach (behind the train station)
Tuesday, December 24 Christmas Eve Candlelight Carols: 6:30pm
❄
❆
Sunday, December 22
Carols & Lessons for Advent & Christmas: 10am Tuesday, December 24
A Contemplative Christmas: 2:30pm Christmas Eve Service & Communion 6:30pm & 10:30pm
❅ ✳
Saturday, December 21
❄
✺
❆ ✳
✳
Mt. Arrowsmith Community Church
The Anglican Parish of St. Anne & St. Edmund
150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach 250-752-9831
www.ststephensucqualicum.ca
550 Pym Street, Parksville
www.pfbc.ca
www.vanisleparochial.ca
138 Hoylake Road West, Qualicum Beach 250-752-5414
St. Stephen’s United Church
887 Wembley Road, Parksville 250-248-3747
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
A5
THURSDAY SPOTLIGHT: People, places and issues of the Parksville/Qualicum Beach region education
Schools are not just for children
Community School designation could help solve district issues like under-utilization of facilities and budget concerns, enrich learning and bring the community together, says ACEbc LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
S
chools are one of the largest and most under-utilized groups of all public facilities, according to a B.C. nonprofit organization, but that could be changing in this district. That’s if the local school board takes the advice of former local trustee and retired teacher Bill Preston and former B.C. principal and teacher Don Reimer. Reimer and Preston are members of the Association for Community Education in B.C. (ACEbc) and they made a presentation to the school board last week advising it to take steps that would allow schools in the district to become designated Community Schools. And the idea was well received by board Chair Lynette Kershaw and trustee This is our school, you Julie Austin. know? We pay taxes. “There are so There can be all kinds of many aspects of programs, services and you presentation activities for all that resonate community members. with me, with bill preston where we are right now,” said Kershaw. In their presentation, Reimer and Preston talked about the benefits of Community Schools, which include “extended hours, extended services and extended relationships,” according to a pamphlet passed out at the meeting. In theory, the schools would be used beyond the 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. time slot and bring community members of all walks of life to the public facilities for the benefit of everyone. “People start to shift their idea about what a school is. A school is not just for kids who go to that school and their parents,” Preston told The NEWS. “This is our school, you know? We pay taxes. There can be all kinds of programs, services and activities for all community members, depending on what the local needs are.” Both Preston and Reimer have worked at Community Schools and have been involved in the transition of a conventional school to a Community School.
Trustee Ross Milligan questioned the cost to the district, stating, “right now, we just don’t have the money for a coordinator.” But the local school board would only have to provide a “minimal amount” of seed money, said Preston, which would allow for the hiring of a coordinator, who would then leverage funds and partnerships in the community that would increase the dollars that go into the initiative by at least three times, he said. He said that is evident in the many schools that have become community schools around the province, including a family of schools in Nanaimo. Community Schools can also have a positive influence on the health of the community, Dr. Ansel Updegrove said at the meeting. He is a chiropractor in Nanaimo and the director of wellness for the B.C. Chiropractic Association. He’s also the former vice president of Ford Motor Company and mentioned that Ford, along with United Way, are currently in a multimillion-dollar partnership with community enhancement programs, and Community Schools in the province will be seeing funding as a result. Updegrove is currently working with three Community Schools in Nanaimo to introduce a whole foods program which he said will bring health benefits and increase experiential learning of students. The earning potential for schools is more like a six-toone return when you add health into the equation, Updegrove stated. “It’s not an expense, it’s an investment and the return in significant,” he said. Preston made it clear that the seed money needed would not come from the regular operating budget (there is currently a $1.3 million deficit for this school year), but could come from the district’s CommunityLINK funds. Those provincial government dollars are earmarked for things like Community Schools, as well as for services such as breakfast and lunch programs, school-based support workers and counselling for at-risk children and youth. How that money is allocated is up to trustees, Preston said.
LiSSa aLeXandeR PHoto
From left, don Reimer and Bill Preston gave a presentation to the local school board tuesday evening about local schools becoming designated community Schools.
Reimer was principal at both Hornby and Denman Island schools when they became Community Schools. He spoke very positively about the changes that came to those schools, but also said the designation made them a desirable selling point for buyers looking to purchase homes in those areas. The Community School designation was listed front and centre on one of the real estate companies’ website on Denman, he said. Preston said although schools in French Creek and Errington previously entered into an agreement with the school board of the time to become Community Schools, the agreement lapsed and the schools were never officially designated, meaning that a coordinator was never hired and that governance was not provided by a local community school council. Trustee Julie Austin could not make Tuesday’s meeting but board chair Lynette Kershaw read an e-mail from her
stating she had researched the Community School model and believed it was well worth further investigation by the district. Kershaw added her comments to complete the discussion and echoed Austin’s remarks. She said she would like the board and staff to look at the CommunityLINK dollars and see if some of the ideas presented could be incorporated. She said schools are community assets and perhaps being open the conventional times might not be the best use of the taxpayer’s facilities. “I think it behooves us at the district level, the board level, to have a look and really... think outside the box.” Kershaw went on to say the Minister of Education has suggested the board look at shared services to help save costs and try to increase community involvement. “What you presented us tonight ticks a lot of boxes for me,” she said.
A6
www.pqbnews.com
Knox United Church Parksville
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News in e Jo
Bring
Us!
Com
the K
ids
invites you to join us for Christmas Services
WORSHIP WITH US Sunday, December 22 10:00 am 4th Sunday of Advent Lighting the Advent candle of LOVE
CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24TH
4:00-5:00 pm CONTEMPLATIVE SERVICE
You are invited to “drop in” at any time during this 60 minute service of personal reflection and gentle music of the season with piano and violin. Communion and God’s blessings are offered. There is no formal liturgy and no spoken words. Come for as short or as long a time as you wish.
7:00 pm FAMILY SERVICE
Gather in the glow of a candelit service with caroles, stories and laughter, for this joyous family worship service. The church is typically very full for this service, so plan to arrive early for parking and seating.
11:00 pm CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE Experience the joy of this holy season with candlelight and communion at our open table. A place of worship and service, friendship and informality, open to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Knox United Church
Corner of Pym and Humphrey, Parksville
With a Comedy Children’s Play “The Journey to see Jesus”
writer@pqbnews.com
TIDE GUIDE Pacific Net & Twine Ltd. 1380 Alberni Highway, Parksville • 250-248-6953 WED., DEC. 25 PST (m) (ft) 03:39 2.4 7.9 10:41 4.6 15.1 18:09 2.1 6.9 THURS., DEC. 26 PST (m) (ft) 00:10 3.2 10.5 04:34 2.8 9.2 11:18 4.5 14.8 18:56 1.8 5.9 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
2 for 1 on Smokehouse brand smokerchips
250-248-3927
office@kucparksville.ca • www.kucparksville.ca
AUREN RUVINSKY
Sunday 10:00am Errington Hall 1390 Errington Rd. Info: 250-954-3941
SUN., DEC. 22 PST (m) (ft) 01:43 1.4 4.6 09:05 4.7 15.4 15:38 2.9 9.5 19:50 3.4 11.2 MON., DEC. 23 PST (m) (ft) 02:17 1.7 5.6 09:35 4.6 15.1 16:30 2.7 8.9 20:57 3.2 10.5 TUES., DEC. 24 PST (m) (ft) 02:55 2.0 6.6 10:07 4.6 15.1 17:21 2.4 7.9 22:23 3.2 10.5
Wider Wi-Fi coming? Shaw says it already has 20,000 access points in Western Canada
CHRISTMAS SERVICE
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 FRI., DEC. 20 PST (m) (ft) 00:40 1.0 3.3 08:06 4.7 15.4 14:00 3.2 10.5 18:12 3.8 12.5 SAT., DEC. 21 PST (m) (ft) 01:12 1.2 3.9 08:36 4.7 15.4 14:48 3.1 10.2 18:57 3.6 11.8
PARKSVILLE CITY COUNCIL NEWS
Parksville council is considering a proposal from Shaw Communications to establish public wireless Internet zones in city facilities. Jeff Bray, Shaw manager of government and regional affairs, told council about the Shaw Open metro area Wi-Fi networks available to their customers and sometimes to guests through businesses like coffee shops. He said that since the Wi-Fi spectrum is unlicensed, unlike cellular phone service, they are trying to capitalize on the market by developing the most extensive network as a value-added service to help retain their Internet customers. “We’ve really looked at that third place, where people congregate and want some kind of Internet access,” he said, describing public space as distinct from home and office. Currently Shaw customers can
sign on to the network once and their portable devices automatically log on to the existing Wi-Fi zones at the various businesses, restaurants and entertainment facilities in the community that provide it for their customers. Non-Shaw customers can often sign on as a guest when it is provided at a local business, but they have to sign on again for each new Wi-Fi access point. Bray said they already have over 20,000 access points in Western Canada and will eventually have 50,000. The Parksville Downtown Business association looked into establishing a free public Wi-Fi zone in the downtown area, but the costs were prohibitive and they stepped back. PDBA executive director Pamela Bottomley said they would be excited to take part in a project, but could not be the lead partner. After Bray said Shaw opened all of their access points to free public use during the Calgary floods last summer for emergency communication, Mayor Chris Burger asked if that could be included in a local contract as part of the city’s emergency planning.
Pressuring the province
While supplies last. No rainchecks.
www.pacificnetandtwine.com
Briefly from Parksville city council’s Dec. 16 meeting: Without discussion Parksville council unanimously supported a request from Coun. Carrie Powell-Davidson to send a letter to the Union of B.C. Municipalities to “continue to put pressure on the province to update or replace the
emergency notification system,” she said. The request was based on word that, despite a UBCM resolution, the province will not change the system, which Powell-Davidson said, according to emergency planners “simply isn’t adequate or working… we can’t let this one go.” See 15 lotS, page A7
Centre
280 East Island Highway & Corfield Street - Parksville We’ll help you find the perfect
BOOK
for everyone on your list Come in and see our~
Only available online @
• Terrific selection of books • Great stocking stuffers • 2014 Calendars & diaries • Gift Certificates • And so much more! MULBERRY BUSH BOOKSTORES
248-1193
752-9722
Thrifty Foods Centre W. 2nd Ave. Heard Centre Qualicum Beach Parksville We’re your local bookstores in Oceanside.
Check out our website: www.bookmanager.ca/mulberrybush l mulberry@shawbiz.ca
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com Join us on Facebook!
more parKSVILLe CITY CoUNCIL NeWS
City gives DARE a boost Program brings RCMP into schools to teach students healthy choices AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
Parksville city council will grant the local Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program $1,300 to help with an annual funding shortfall. “I’m very familiar with this and I highly value this program,” said Coun. Carrie Powell-Davidson who proposed a grant in
response to a request from the program. “This is a very valuable program for young people in our communities.” DARE is a charitable organization that brings RCMP officers into Grade 5 and 6 classrooms to “empower them to avoid the use of drugs and alcohol by making healthy choices,” according to its letter to council. While the RCMP covers the officer’s salaries, they also provide $10 in learning materials to each student, meaning the 130 students they saw in Parksville cost them $1,300.
Last year they appealed to service clubs and Parent Advisory Councils, but didn’t raise any money and had to deplete their reserves to cover costs. Coun. Al Greir argued against the grant, praising the program but pointing out the council contingency fund was $17,000 over budget last year and he was unhappy they were considering taking this out of next year’s budget. “Somehow we have to make tough decisions on how we’re spending money,” said Greir. Greir and Mayor Chris Burger voted against the grant.
pqbnews.com
Danna Hudock • 250-240-1304 See the Facebook icon on the top left of the page.
410 E. ISLAND HWY., PARKSVILLE
Ltd.
Comfort & Joy Sale 10% OFF
New Lift Chairs, Scooters and Power Wheelchairs Until December 31/13
Many Lift Chair options to choose from starting at $945
continued from page a6
cent Neighbourhood Residents Association. In a Nov. 18 presentation to council an association representative asked for the formal protection for what many people — including several councillors — thought was already a park. • A proposal to convert two large, connected lots at 780 Stanhope Road and 577 Pym Street into 15 fee-simple lots passed the final council hurdle with a vote (opposed only by Coun. Bill Neufeld) to amend the map to the new SLR-1 or small lot residential. — Auren Ruvinsky
“Looking for a stress-free car buying experience, call Danna”
Go to
15 lots made from two on Pym Parksville city council agreed to lease 7.4 sq.m (80 sq.ft.) in the Parksville Civic and Technology Centre to the provincial government as a secure computer server space for $1,680 per year. The space is an unused hallway connecting office space beside the city administration department to the atrium and the rent works out to a bit more than the current per square foot average in the building. • The property containing the Shelly Centre hall was officially designated as the city’s newest park with final adoption of a bylaw that came from a request from the Pioneer Cres-
ENT EXCELL S! E IC PR
Our large selection of Daily Aids make GREAT Christmas gifts.
Slippers ~ Bean Bags ~ Lap Desks ~ Canes Cushions ~ Needle Threader ~ Daylights
Feature Gift Deal!
1395
$
reg. 1746
$
Aquatec Bathlift
LOCAL & FAMILY OWNED ~ CARING FOR YOU
192 W. Island Hwy., Parksville 250-954-0309 Monday - Friday 9:30am-5:30pm ~ Saturday 10am-4pm
ust In Time For Christmas With Every Bedroom Suite Purchase Receive a
BC Made
FREE
BC Made
EUROTOP MATTRESS SET
BC Made
Delivery & Set-Up
Since 2000
BC Made
FREE Pillows FREE Pillow Cases FREE Sheet Set FREE
291 E. Island Hwy. PARKSVILLE 250- 248-7133 (across from Thrifty Foods)
A7
www.parksvillemattress.com
Milner MilnerMilner Christmas Christmas Milner Christmas Magic Christmas Magic Milner Magic Magic A8
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Christmas Milner Magic Christmas Magic
CANDACE WU PHOTO
Recently re-elected chairman Joe Stanhope, who has held the title for 11 consecutive years, talks about the oncoming year and important issues the RDN will tackle in 2014 in a wide-ranging interview with The NEWS.
Walk through twinkling trees glowing with dazzling lights, listen to live music and visit Santa.
Walk through twinkling trees glowing with dazzling lights, Story telling and refreshments Walk through twinkling treesonsite. glowing with dazzlingREGIONAL lights, DISTRICT NEWS listen to live music and visit Santa. listen to live music and visit Santa. December 13-15 &refreshments 18-22, 2013 onsite. • 5-8:30 pm trees glowing with 6-8, dazzling lights, Story telling and
Story telling and refreshments onsite. music and visit Santa. Walk through twinkling trees glowing with dazzling lights, For more info, visit www.milnergardens.org or call 250.752.6153
Chairman Joe leads again
December 6-8, 13-15 & 18-22, 18-22, 2013 5-8:30 pmJoe Stanhope says 2014 will be nd refreshments onsite. DECEMBER 2013• 2013 listen to live music and visit Story telling and refreshments onsite. December 6-8, 13-15 &Santa. 18-22, • 5-8:30 pm a busy year for the RDN telling and refreshments onsite. For more info, visitStory www.milnergardens.org or call 250.752.6153 5:00-8:30 PM listen live Highway, music and visit Santa. 2179 W.to Island Qualicum Beach Walk through twinkling trees glowing with dazzling lights,
pay close attention to this year, he explained. “Our regional solid waste program has the highest diversion rate for solid waste in North 5 &December 18-22, 2013 • 5-8:30 pm 6-8, 13-15 & 18-22, 2013 Beach • 5-8:30 pm250.752.6153 For more info, visit www.milnergardens.org or call 2179 W. Island Highway, Qualicum CANDACE WU America,” said Stanhope. “That means we are December 6-8, 13-15 & 18-22, 2013 • 5-8:30 pm news@pqbnews.com diverting waste into recyclables.” 2179 W. Island Highway, Qualicum Beach For more info, visit www.milnergardens.org 250.752.6153 nergardens.org or call 250.752.6153 ororcallcall250.752.6153 Longtime French Creek resident Joe StanThe RDN has won several awards for its work For more info, visit www.milnergardens.org 2179 W. Island Highway, Qualicum Beach hope will lead the Regional District of Nanaimo with the solid waste program and plans on conHighway, Qualicum 2179Beach W. Island Highway, Qualicum Beach as its chairperson for the 11th consecutive year. tinuing their hard work in the area. “I’m very proud to be chair,” said Stanhope, “It’s one of the reasons people want to come in a wide-ranging interview at his home this here,” said Stanhope. “Because we really care week. “In my role, I try to take a regional per- about the place we live in.” spective so we (regional districts) can work co Bringing in secondary suite bylaws will also operatively to provide services efficiently.” be a hot issue for the RDN as most electoral arStanhope stressed the importance of main- eas do not currently recognize additional houstaining a “functional” relationship between ing units under any specific zoning bylaw. municipalities and electoral “Secondary suites not only Secondary suites not only provide affordable housing Everything you need for your home in a one stop shop areas. The RDN is made up of 17 di- provide affordable housing options,” said Stanhope. “They options. They also allow rectors representing a populaalso allow people who own people who own them to tion of 140,000 which includes them to generate extra ingenerate extra income the City of Parksville, the Town come.” Joe STANHoPe of Qualicum Beach, Qualicum The RDN has been working Bay, Shaw Hill, French Creek, on enacting secondary suite bySurfside, San Pareil, Coombs, laws in consultation with affectErrington, Nanoose Bay, Hilliers, Whiskey ed communities since 2011. The project is ongoing Creek, Deep Bay and Bowser. The RDN is the and has received widespread support from resithird largest regional district in the province, dents. Moreover, the RDN manages regional tranproviding more than 100 services with a budget sit which services the area from Cedar in the south exceeding $100 million. of the RDN all the way to Deep Bay in the north. Stanhope said 2014 will be a busy year for On Dec. 18 Stanhope signed a community the RDN. transit partnership agreement with the Snaw“Sustainability is very important,” said Stan- Naw-As which extends handyDART services hope, adding that it is the backbone behind into the Snaw-Naw-As village. many of the projects undertaken by the RDN. “The Snaw-Naw-As approached us (the The regional solid waste program, secondary RDN) and we were very interested in helping suite bylaws, public transit and equitable natu- extend transit services,” said Stanhope. ral gas rates are all key issues that the RDN will See NO COMMENT, page A9 CREDIT UNION
CREDIT UNION
CREDIT UNION
CREDIT UNION
CREDIT UNION
CREDIT UNION
Interiors
Come visit our New Showroom and Check out our Interior Package Deals
We are proud suppliers of window treatments from
Photos with Santa! in December
HunterDouglas
Combine your interior finishings for greater discounts Great selection of flooring from Du Chateau & Ernest Hemmingway Visit our website www.zelkova.ca 7-698 Beach Rd., Qualicum Beach For an appointment
Call Christine
Wembley Mall presents
Cabinets and
Zelkova.ca
250-594-1122
Sunday
Santa’s in! 12pm4:00pm Santa’s in! 12pm4:00pm
Monday
15
22
Tuesday
16
Santa’s in! 11am4:00pm
23
17
Santa’s in! 12pm3:00pm
24
Wednesday
Santa’s in! 12pm4:00pm
18
25 Merry Christmas!
Thursday
Santa’s in! 12pm4:00pm
19
26
Friday
Santa’s in! 12pm4:00pm
Saturday
20
27
Santa’s in! 11am4:00pm
21
28
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
Automotive Tip of the Week
aNTI-DrINKINg aND DrIVINg campaIgN
Bottle bags carry message
Moisture Content
Like the other fluids in your vehicle, brake fluid doesn’t last forever and should be periodically checked by either yourself or your local repair shop. Not only is the fluid level important, but also the quality. Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means that over time, it absorbs moisture from its surroundings. Moisture dilutes and weakens the effectiveness of brake fluid, which leads to braking systems components to corrode, like rusted out brake lines and seized calipers.
More than 400 handdesigned paper bags will be distributed here CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com
If you’re gifting bottles of wine or spirits this Christmas season in our region, government liquor stores will provide some unique wrapping paper. The Oceanside RCMP partnered with students from Nanoose Bay Elementary and both Springwood and Oceanside middle schools to remind consumers not to drink and drive. The anti-drinking and driving campaign, dubbed Project Paper Bags, saw school aged children and teens design paper bags with their own messages about staying safe behind the wheel over the holiday season. The bags were donated by B.C. government liquor stores and will be distributed at their locations. Const. George Minshull of the Oceanside RCMP said the campaign was conducted over the past month in sync with the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program, which touches on subjects such as tobacco, alcohol and making wise decisions. “The kids did a really good job and their efforts showed in their artwork,” said Minshull. “I hope we do the campaign again next year and I hope we get
Sponsored by
Diagnostic Maintenance & Repair peTer mccully phoTo
Oceanside RCMP Corporal Kim Graham takes a breathalyzer sample from RCMP Corporal Jesse Foreman in an effort to remind residents not to drink and drive this holiday season — Foreman passed the test.
more schools involved.” More than 400 hand-designed paper bags will be distributed at local BC Liquor stores over the holiday season. Project paper bags is just one of many initiatives conducted by RCMP to remind residents about the importance of safe and sober driving. In 1976, prior to the drinking and driving counter attack programs, there were more than 300 fatalities from alcohol-related collisions in our province. As awareness and enforcement
campaigns increased, this number dropped to 116 in 2009. With the new toughened and immediate impaired legislation, last year there were 58 fatalities from alcohol-related collisions. In the 2013 year, Oceanside RCMP have issued the following Immediate Roadside Prohibition (IRP) infractions: 150 failures, 31 refusals and 27 suspension of three, seven or 30 days. The RCMP remind readers to be cautious during the holidays and find a safe way home if alcohol is involved.
No comment on his candidacy continued from page a8
“It didn’t take long for us to come to an agreement and the Board was 100 per cent behind the project.” As the former-president of the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities (ACICC), Stanhope said pushing for more equitable natural gas rates is also on his radar. “This is important for Vancouver Island,” said Stanhope. “We’ll be behind the eight ball if we don’t get common
A9
rates for natural gas. We shouldn’t be paying more.” Of course, only time will tell what the 2014 year has in store for the RDN and its residents. The board just wrapped up an eventful year and Stanhope said it heads into another one with a mindful eye on regional issues and the people living in this region. “The growth in our communities must be sustainable and we can’t take
away from future generations being able to enjoy what we have,” said Stanhope. “I guess that’s why I got mixed up in this business.” Stanhope has been a resident of French Creek for nearly 70 years and is a well known figure in local politics and community services. He did not comment on whether or not he would run in the next municipal election in November of 2014.
Certified Diesel and Air Conditioning Specialists Government Inspection Designated Facility
Approved Service Centre
250-954-1332 | www.popsgarage.ca #32-1400 Alberni Hwy. Parksville
Health Matters
Heartburn. Acid indigestion. These are the common names for GERD (gastroesophogeal reflux disease). And, it’s more than just an annoying, uncomfortable problem. The acids that gurgle up from the stomach can do significant Lee harm to the tissues they contact, increasing the risk Pharmacist of throat cancers and triggering asthma attacks. If /Manager you suffer from more than the occasional bout, talk to your pharmacist or physician about treatment. Heartburn is uncomfortable, but you can make changes to minimize its impact. Eat smaller amounts, slowly and more frequently. Avoid foods which aggravate – especially carbonated beverages, fatty/spicy/acidic foods, caffeine, peppermint & chocolate. Do not lie down or exercise for about 2 hours after eating. Elevate the head of your bed and lose weight to reduce pressure on the lower esophagus. Lactose intolerance is not a food allergy, but the inability to digest the sugars which naturally occur in dairy products. This intolerance leads to nausea, bloating, painful cramping and/or diarrhea. It can usually be managed with enzyme tablets or drops (some foods are available pre-treated). The enzyme allows the gastrointestinal tract to process the sugars. Occasionally, probiotics are helpful too. Many seemingly innocuous health issues can prove to be more problematic than you think. If you are experiencing any, talk to our pharmacists to ensure you aren’t missing something important and to get some help for managing the trouble.
Taking Steps For HEALTHY FEET
Our feet, our foundation – when they aren’t functioning at their best, nothing feels right! Some circumstances need some special care… bunions, corns & calluses, claw toes or hammer toes and dry cracked skin or fissures. And, anyone with diabetes is particularly at risk for complications. We have experienced footcare nurses who can assess your individual needs, teach you how to look after your feet properly and treat your feet especially nicely in the process… addressing any issues, providing nail and skin care and finishing with a revitalizing massage. It truly is good for the sole!
Call us today, or stop by, to find out more about this valuable service.
The average financial advisor in Canada has OVER 300 clients. Tired of average service? Experience the difference at Knight Advisory Group. Be part of an exclusive number of families that have joined the Knight 100. Call us at 250-738-2022. TD Waterhouse Private Investment Advice is a division of TD Waterhouse Canada Inc. (Member CIPF), a subsidiary of The Toronto-Dominion Bank. TD Waterhouse is a trade-mark of The Toronto-Dominion Bank, used under license. Trade name consists of Gregor Knight, Investment Advisor. Trade name is part of TD Waterhouse Private Investment Advice.
tdwaterhouse.ca
Knight Advisory Group 222 2nd Avenue West, Suite 103 Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 0A4 T: 250 738 2022
Gregor Knight
A10
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
commentary
Black Press C O M M U N I T Y
N E W S
M E D I A
THE NEWS is published every Tuesday and Thursday by Black Press Ltd. #4 - 154 Middleton Ave. Parksville, B.C. V9P 2H2 250-248-4341
Local Grinches
T
here are some serious Grinches lurking around Parksville Qualicum Beach. On. Dec. 11, someone stole all of a family’s Christmas decorations out of their yard in French Creek. About five days later, brazen thieves took off with a four-metre-tall Santa who was brightening Second Avenue in front of the offices of the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce. A Santa abduction? What’s the world coming to? Let’s put those naughty-list clowns aside for a moment and concentrate on the good events and people of the region. After a one-year hiatus, the Bethlehem Walk has returned, much to the delight of thousands of people who have attended this year. The Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church says this is its gift to the community, and quite the gift it is — we offer our thanks. The actors (they stay in character all the time they are on the grounds), the sets, the animals — it’s impressive for both the first-time visitor and someone who has seen it many times. At the risk of side-tracking this light, holiday-themed piece into the abyss of serious discussion, we have to express our pleasure over the lack of over-political-correctness we see in our region at this time of year. While we should do more to respect and honour people of non-Christian faiths on their important holidays, we don’t believe we need to be scared to say Merry Christmas. We don’t feel the need to say Happy Holidays. Perhaps its safer to say Happy Holidays, but Hanukkak is over for this year, and for goodness sake, the words Merry Christmas can’t be seen as offensive, could they? But we digress. Back to the good stuff, and a pledge we will make for next December. We have been impressed with how some people — BC Hydro loves them too — have lit their yards and houses this year. It shows great spirit and pride, and it truly does lift our mood to see the lights. Next year, we will develop and publish — in the paper, on our website, or both — a map of Parksville Qualicum Beach that points people to the streets with homes that have the best Christmas displays. — Editorial by John Harding
THE PARKSVILLE QUALICUM BEACH NEWS (THE NEWS) is published every Tuesday and Thursday by Black Press. THE NEWS is distributed to more than 15,500 households in District 69. THE NEWS is 100 per cent B.C. owned and operated. THE PARKSVILLE QUALICUM BEACH NEWS #4 - 154 Middleton Avenue, P.O. Box 1180 Parksville, British Columbia, Canada, V9P 2H2 Office hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone 250-248-4341; Fax 250-248-4655
www.pqbnews.com
Canadian Publications Mail Sales Product Agreement #0087106
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
LAST WEEK’S QUESTION
Do you plant to use credit to buy Christmas presents?
Do you think secondary suites need to be regulated in rural areas?
Vote at: www.pqbnews.com before MONDAYS at noon
YES 53 % NO 47 %
PUBLISHER EDITOR OFFICE PRODUCTION CIRCULATION Peter McCully John Harding Pauline Stead Peggy Sidbeck Laurie Fairbanks publisher@pqbnews.com editor@pqbnews.com office@pqbnews.com team@pqbnews.com circulation@pqbnews.com SALES: Brenda Boyd, Linda Adams, Steve Weldon, Lori Hague, Grant De Gagne EDITORIAL: Auren Ruvinsky, Lissa Alexander, Candace Wu, Tyson Taylor PRODUCTION: Tracy Paterson, Brad Everest, Tashia Potter CLASSIFIEDS: Pauline Stead
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to: B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
Letters Stop the coal The second of two huge coal projects is now being considered by the Port of Vancouver through Georgia Strait. These projects would increase coal imports from the U.S. through Twassassen to Texada Island and out Georgia Strait, increasing marine traffic 20 times over. The Environmental Assessment (EIA) does not address many things including: • the marine areas of Georgia Strait and all the people and other species that will be impacted by coal particulates and coal dust blowing and polluting the ocean and the sea-life here. • it does not access the significant increase in marine traffic on safety for boaters, kayakers, etc. in the Salish Sea. • it does not address the release of coal dust to shorelines and forage fish, birds and other creatures who feed here. • it does not address the mitigations that are stated within, ie. there is no mitigation of polluting this Important Bird Area, and North American migration route for sea lions and multiple birds and fish. • there is no mitigation for the increased carbon in the air and increased global threats from climate change. • it does not address the human health issues brought to your attention by the various health authorities. It’s time to stop being blind to the impacts of our decisions. It is our childrens’ and other species’ very survival at stake now. You can still write to the Port Authority or other provincial and federal politicians and view all comments through realporthearings.org. Although virtually every municipal public body and health authority along the route
www.pqbnews.com
Quotable:
“We’ll be behind the eight ball if we don’t get common rates for natural gas.” Joe StanhoPe see story page a8
has rejected the project and its EIA at this time, the Vancouver Port Authority seems determined to approve the project, as introduced in the Fraser Surrey Docks Environmental Impacts opening remarks. “FSD’s existing business has decreased significantly since 2009 and management is looking for opportunities to serve new customers.” Sheila harrington Lasqueti Island
SeniorS and ferrieS Are B.C.’s over-65 seniors helping reduce B.C. Ferries $19m deficit by having to pay half fares starting April 1, 2014? No. Under the terms of the Coastal Ferry Services Contract between the B.C. Ferry Corp. and the province, seniors 65 years of age and in possession of a B.C. Care card may travel at 100 per cent discount Monday-Thursday and the province will reimburse B.C. Ferry Corp. So, unless the ferry corp. intends to collect the senior half fare and then bill the province for the full amount, the increased payment will have no impact on the ferry debt but, in effect, is a tax going to government coffers. There is nothing in the contract to suggest this scenario. I assume the “contract” will have to be amended. It hasn’t been to date. Island seniors are fairly comfortable financially and have been enjoying a generous perk which is the envy of other citizens, so I find it difficult to whine about having to now pay half fare. There are certainly others measures being proposed by the corporation which will impact other users much more drastically. What really annoys me is that at the same
time as crying poor and cutting services, the ferry corporation is announcing that it is tendering contracts for three new ferries and casually mentions the fact that it has just spent $13m to upgrade one of the old “Queens” which is being immediately mothballed. And then there are the perks that ferry staff and their family members continue to enjoy which, I understand, include free ferry travel including vehicles. Oh, I forgot, apparently executive bonuses are being abolished — yay — or are they being incorporated into their salary package and will, therefore, be factored into any future percentage increases? And on it goes. P. MoStyn Parksville
alManac Government Contacts proVincial:
SCott FraSer, Mla alberni-Pacific rim
MiChelle StilWell, Mla
1-866-870-4190 e-mail: scott. fraser.mla@leg. bc.ca
Parksville Qualicum 250-248-2625 e-mail michelle. stilwell.mla@leg. bc.ca
federal:
QualicuM:
JaMeS lunney, MP nanaimo-alberni
teuniS WeStBroek Mayor, town of Qualicum Beach
1-866-390-7550 e-mail: nanaimo@ jameslunneymp.ca
town office: 250-752-6921 e-mail: mayor@ qualicumbeach.com
fire hall parkland? After establishing the new Qualicum Beach Fire Hall will be on town park land, why was the public not told of this fact? Was council, the project manager and administration aware of this zoning? Were other sites offered which are not parks, or did council only have the one option? Also, the design did not go to tender as it should. One building site, one price — this is not the way to conduct business with our money. Please repost signage showing parkland and place them where they are readable. We need to keep all parkland for now and the future. We have several sites for a fire hall in Qualicum Beach without rezoning. Finally, the said land was given as a park and not building site.
parkSVille: rdn:
tony Wilde Qualicum Beach
ViewS in the News We asked: What’s your favourite Christmas carol?
A11
ChriS Burger Mayor, City of Parksville City hall office: 250-954-4661 e-mail: chrisburger@ parksville.ca
Joe StanhoPe Chairman, regional district of nanaimo 250-390-4111 e-mail: corpsrv@ rdn.bc.ca
Rules to write by Good King Wenceslas Neville HuNter Parksville
carol of the Bells todd croWtHer Qualicum Beach
Silver Bells GeorGii MarcH Parksville
oh come all Ye Faithful JaNe SiBBald Qualicum Beach
all letterS to the editor must be signed and include your full name, home town and contact phone number. those without these requirements will not be published. letters must be 300 words or less and are subject to editing. the neWS retains the right not to publish any submissions.
Send them in
Mail: Box 1180, Parksville, B.C. V9P 2h2 Fax: 250-248-4655 e-mail: editor@pqbnews.com online: www.pqbnews.com
Frank Fairley
Ian Lindsay
1145 Spider Lake Rd, Qualicum Beach
Lot 18 Blueback Drive, Nanoose Bay
1306 Boultbee Drive, Parksville
Treed acreage near Spider Lake. Sloped benchland with trails and ponds. Distant mountain vistas, special privacy.
Fabulous new home to be constructed. Sandy, accessible beach lot. Great for launching kayaks, swimming.
Spacious 3 bedroom rancher. Private, landscaped yard with garden areas. Minutes to shops, marina & golf.
$729,900
$695,900
$319,900
w w w. i a n l i n d s a y. c a
#101-897 Island Highway West, Parksville
250.248.1071 1.888.243.1071
A12
www.pqbnews.com
Games&Puzzles
WORDS WITHOUT BORDERS
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Send your entries to jdenee@pqbnews.com
by Jeanne Denee
The last challenge was to treat place names as acronyms, devising an appropriate phrase whose initial letters form the place’s name. There is no winner this week. CAIRO: Citizens arise in religious outrage. MADRID: Moms and Dads regale itinerate doctors. Lea Butterfield, Palmdale BOSTON: Beans of some town or ‘nother. Audrey Rustling, Vancouver CUBA: Castro’s upset by America. TORONTO: Tired of Rob, Overly Nasty, To-
Winners will receive a $10 Gift Card from
wards Offensive. MONTREAL: Mountain of notorious transgressions, retaining exceptionally amoral largesse. VANCOUVER: Vanity and nagging concern over unexpectedly vanishing environmental rarities. Johannnes Hendrik, Qualicum beach FIJI -- fabulous islands, joyful isolation. CUBA -- Communist underdogs; brutal Americans. HILO -- happy islanders love ocean. PARIS -- painters, artists revel in summer. Cary Kinkead, Klamath Falls PARKSVILLE - Polite and respectful kids seeing value in life’s little experiences. QUALICUM BEACH - Quite unlike all little island cities usually makes better examples
HOROSCOPE
250-752-9111
and clears hurdles. Lou Gueho, Parksville VICTORIA: Vancouver Island City Tourists Opulently Recount Its Attributes. BOWSER: Bucolic Oceanside Wonderland Simply Enchants Residents. Karen DeBorba, Qualicum Beach The next challenge (32) is to suggest a change in the titles of books, movies or plays that reflect a wine and/or cheese theme. Examples are: Lady Cheddarley’s Lover, East of Edam, La Dolce Velveeta, The Count of Madera Cristo. Send your entries to jdenee@pqbnews.com with your name and town. The deadline is December 24 at noon. Happy Holidays !
QUALICUM BEACH
www.shadyrest.ca
Open Mic Monday 7-10pm Music Trivia Friday 7-10pm ~ in the pub ~
Cruze Control
CROSSWORDPUZZLE #141210
ACROSS
& 3rd
1. NOHOW
Sat., December 21st • 7-11pm in the pub
46. Covered Greek portico
6. Record (abbr.)
HOROSCOPES
49. Bring upon oneself
9. Hair detangler 13. “l836 siege” of U.S. 14. Old name for Tokyo 15. Largest continent 16. Showed old movie 17. Clatter 18. Considered one by one 19. Chinese cinnamon spice tree 21. Frequently
The week of Dec. 19 -Dec. 25, 2013
51. Leuciscus cephalus
ARIES
LIBRA
53. Bumpkins or hayseeds
Your critical faculties may not be quite as sharp as they usually are today.
There are plenty of other useful things you could be doing with your time.
59. Fleshy seed cover
TAURUS
SCORPIO
60. Golf ball prop
Quick decisions are not always good decisions, reserve judgment on important issues.
SAGITTARIUS
52. Cold War foe U___
61. Antipathetic 62. Wait or tarry
GEMINI
63. Weather map line ___bar
Stop worrying about things over which you have no control. It’s no big deal.
22. 3 person 32 card game
64. Civilian dress
23. Misaddressed mail (slang)
66. Box (abbr.)
Let life come to you for a change. You don’t have to be a go-getter all the time.
67. Burning crime
LEO
CANCER
65. Relaxing resorts
25. Expresses pleasure 26. Samba or basket rummy
There is only one thing you can be sure of, and that is you cannot really be sure of anything at all.
DOWN 1. Informant (slang) 2. Olive tree genus
11. 8th C. BC minor Hebrew prophet
32. Applies with quick strokes
33. A citizen of Iran
3. Armed conflicts
12. = to 100 satang
37. Fasten with string
50. King of Thebes
34. Environmental Protection Agency
4. Am. Music Awards
20. In active opposition
38. Teller replacement
5. Dance mix DJ Einhorn
24. 007’s Flemming
39. Command right
54. __ mater, one’s school
40. Sea eagle 43. __ Dhabi, Arabian capital
31. Military leader (abbr.)
35. Carbon, radioactive or varve
6. Oxidation-reduction
26. 12th century Spanish hero El ___
36. Loss of electricity
7. Structure
27. Macaw genus
41. Mass. Cape
8. Modern
43. Mediator
9. Roman Conqueror
28. Slave rebellion’s Turner
44. 1/1000 of a tala
10. So. Honshu bay city
45. Players at 1st, 2nd
29. Cuckoo 30. From a time
48. Louise de la Ramee’s pen name
42. Most closely set
44. Marten furs
spectacular stocking stuffers perfect corporate incentives
BONUS $25 Gift Certificate
with $200 Gift Card Purchase! *call for details; some restrictions apply
If you try to cut corners you will be asking for trouble, and trouble is not the kind of guest to turn down an invitation. ANSWER TO CROSSWORD PUZZLE NO. 141210
55. Time unit
There are a lot of changes taking place in your life at the moment. Life is an adventure.
CAPRICORN A bit of variety is just what you need to get your creative juices stirring.
AQUARIUS If something (or someone) goes out of your life, bid it a fond farewell and start looking for something better.
PISCES Work-related matters must be handled with care, especially if you have reckless attitude. You may annoy people in positions of power.
Join us on Facebook! Go to pqbnews.com
56. Klutzes 57. __ Von Bismarck, Iron Chancellor 58. Front of the leg
46. Strike workers 47. Thysanopter
stress-free holiday shopping Grotto Spa Gift Cards
VIRGO
If you poke your nose into a friend’s personal issues you will get no thanks for it at all.
See the Facebook icon on the top left of the page.
Winter Wonderland on Ice December 13-31
This season, get fabulous gifts for everyone on your list – all from the comfort of home. Just call me or visit my Mary Kay® Personal Web Site. You’ll find pampering products, fragrances and more at your convenience!
Name ‡
Independent Beauty Consultant ‡ Mary Unger Mary Kay Personal Web Site address ‡ ®
Phone Number ‡ Beauty Consultant Independent meu01@shaw.ca
250-951-0228
www.marykay.ca/munger
Ravensong Aquatic Centre
752-5014
250-
Oceanside Place Arena
248-3252
250-
View schedule online www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
drivewayBC.ca |
www.pqbnews.com
A13
Welcome to the driver’s seat
Visit our photo galleries at DrivewayBC.ca
Santa looking to swap outdated ride for super economy sleigh
‘‘
’’
99
INCLUDING WINTER TIRES
Includes: ✔ Free Tire Rotations! ✔ Free Nitrogen ✔ Free Car Wash & Vacuum! ✔ Free Vehicle Inspection ✔ Tire storage available with the purchase of 4 tires!
• MICHELIN • BFG • UNIROYAL • PIRELLI • GENERAL • TOYO • GOODYEAR • FIRESTONE • COOPER and many more Coupon expires January 31, 2014
512 EAST ISLAND HWY., PARKSVILLE, BC
Call 1-888-225-8126 HarrisOceansideGM.com
90
15
%YOUR
OFF
OF THE WEEK:
Santa is looking for a new ride. Which new vehicle would you like him to deliver to you?
?
QUESTION OF THE WEEK!
Go to drivewayBC.ca to submit your answer.
Safety Tip: If you’re travelling across our province to spend time with family this holiday season, be realistic about travel times and check out the road conditions via DriveBC.ca ahead of time so you can prepare yourself and your vehicle for any challenging weather you may encounter.
Find more online at
drivewayBC.ca
keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca
Home of the
COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE
OIL CHANGE*
*Includes 5L of 5W30 oil. Enviro levy and shop supplies extra. Synthetic and diesels extra. Coupon expires January 31, 2014
512 EAST ISLAND HWY., PARKSVILLE, BC HarrisOceansideGM.com
95
We service all makes & models.
Includes: ✔ No-charge Car Wash and Vacuum ✔ 42-Point Inspection ✔ Free Local Pickup & Drop-Off
Coupon expires January 31, 2014
Call 1-888-225-8126
29
$
✃
Making a Great Deal Better:
¢ OVER COST
✁
ALL TIRES FOR
allow him to keep a close eye on his gifts in the second and third row. From its 60/40 three-passenger second-row bench seat through fold-flat second- and third-row seating with third-row independent fore-and-aft sliding capability, the wagon quickly adapts to accommodate multiple combinations of elves and presents. The MyKey programmable ignition key restricts maximum speed should a mischievous elf get behind the wheel while Claus is down a chimney leaving gifts. With eight cupholders, Claus and his elves would have plenty of space to take along a few glasses of milk as they continue through their busy night. Rain-sensing wipers would keep Claus on the move, as there’s always a chance he’ll encounter nasty weather. “As always, we are busy making toys and checking long lists,” says Santa. “That said, Merry Christmas to all!” Of course, Mrs. Claus will have the final say on this purchase because, as any dealership owner will tell you, women make the final decision in 80 per cent of new vehicle purchases. Keep your eyes peeled Tuesday night to see if Santa got his Christmas wish.
✁
giving presents to good the nine reindeer look girls and boys, and a new forward to some time sleigh will make that off. Every year, the process more effective,” flying animals travel he says. “Let’s face it, 200,194,557 kms and every year there are more they’d like some time to children who earn presrest, he says, explaining ents. Things are simply there are still splinters getting out of control, embedded in his hoofs and my old sleigh just from a particular wooden My goal is and isn’t going to be able to roof in northern BC. always has been hack it much longer. With “You really can’t beat giving presents to the new sleigh, I will be this new sleigh,” says able to travel faster and good girls and boys, Goddard. “It offers carry more toys.” and a new sleigh will outstanding fuel econFord engineers develomy without sacrificing oped the Transit Connect make that process power. It even offers more effective. Wagon sleigh concept an electric windshield weeks after hearing of defroster, making short Santa Santa’s dilemma during work of icy windshields cold weather testing in in wintry conditions. So, the North Pole. if there’s a foggy Christmas Eve, we “This is a winning situation for all,” won’t need a red-nosed reindeer to says Darren Goddard, chief engineer guide Santa around the world.” for Ford Transit Connect Wagon. “The Some extras appear to have swung increased efficiency means added time Santa in the direction of the Transit for Santa to enjoy milk and cookies at Connect. SYNC with MyFord Touch stops. His new ride will offer 100 cubic offers a touch screen display with feet of cargo space and versatility to navigation so Santa can easily find haul up to 2,000 pounds, which Santa all the good children, even in more will need.” remote areas. Reindeer spokesperson Dasher says The child observation mirror would
✁
NORTH POLE - Driveway can exclusively reveal that Santa Claus has been visiting local dealerships kicking tires—ahem, rails—in his search for a new ride. Ever conscious of the increasing cost of gas and effect his multi-million-kilometre Christmas flight has on the environment, Santa seems to have opted for 2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon for his next sleigh. The wagon promises a fuel economy of 7.84 L/100 kms fuel economy,which means the sleigh will be kinder to the environment than his current means of transporting gifts to the world’s children. As an added benefit, the EcoBoost engine – which is finely tuned for high-speed performance – would offer speeds much faster than Santa ever travelled in his former 36-hoofpowered sleigh. The expected upgrade comes as a record number of children earn spots on the “nice” list, increasing the payload weight of his bag of gifts beyond the normal tow rating of his nine-reindeer team. Santa told me that changing his mode of transportation will not compromise his ability to remain true to his mission. “My goal is and always has been
Question
94
512 EAST ISLAND HWY., PARKSVILLE, BC
Call 1-888-225-8126 HarrisOceansideGM.com
92
A14
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
the first ever back-to-back winner in history. the new 2014 RAM 1500
19,888 2014 RAM 1500 ST
$
•
PURCHASE PRICE INCLUDES $7,000 CONSUMER CASH* AND FREIGHT.
OR STEP UP TO
2014 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB SXT 4X4
26,888
$
•
FINANCE FOR
@
PURCHASE PRICE INCLUDES $8,500 CONSUMER CASH,* $1,500 HOLIDAY BONUS CASH ¥ AND FREIGHT.
153
$
BI-WEEKLY‡
4.29% FOR 96 MONTHS WITH $0 DOWN
MAKE NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS
▲
$
1HOLIDAY ,500 INCLUDES UP TO
ON MOST MODELS ¥
MPG 36HWY
Ç
7.8 L /100 KM
2014 Mitsubishi Mirage Even though we have high fuel prices in Canada, the trend is away from small fuel-efficient cars to larger vehicles. Subcompact and even compact sales are down but sales of small SUVs and even midZack Spencer sized vehicles are up. There are a couple of things at play here. The first is the stronger (not so much in the last two months) Canadian dollar over the last several years has allowed carmakers to jam more content into their cars and often the retail price has dropped too. The second is that vehicles are becoming more fuel efficient, so buying a slightly bigger car isn’t much of a hardship. With this as a backdrop, it is interesting to see that Mitsubishi has introduced a three-cylinder fuel saving car at the smallest end of the market.
Looks
The Mirage is sold in two trim levels; the base starts at $12,498 and comes pretty sparsely equipped. It’s a small car with a little price tag. The much bigger Nissan Versa is cheaper at $11,898 and has buckets more power. The car that most people will choose is the Mirage SE with many more goodies but the price jumps dramatically to $15,398 and with the automatic transmission it lands at $16,598. At this price, there are plenty of options in the subcompact class. Styling is not what I would car eye-catching. Cars like the Ford Fiesta or the Kia Rio have much more appeal and features for similar money to this SE Mirage. T:14”
BONUS CASH
AS GOOD AS
driveway
Inside
On the plus side, the Mirage SE does come nicely equipped. The front driver’s seat has adjustment and both front seats have very good seat heaters that bring your backside up to the appropriate temperature in short order. The centre cluster is nicely finished and it features Bluetooth with streaming audio. There is an auxiliary jack but no USB jack to charge your phone. The back seat
is small and the rear cargo area is what one might expect from a little car. But this vehicle does not live in a vacuum. The Kia Rio, with more features, like satellite radio, is only a $1,000 more and is way up on space and horsepower. The Nissan Versa Note is massive in comparison and for $1,700 more has push button start and even a backup camera. So yes, the Mirage is nicely equipped and has a good price but there are other options out there that are as good if not better.
Drive
What this little car was designed to do is deliver impressive fuel economy. This is achieved by placing a 3-cylinder engine under the hood and matching it to either a 5-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable transmission (CVT). With just 74hp, this car is way down on power compared to the rest of the subcompact set, even the Fiat 500 has 101hp and the Nissan Versa has 109hp. This combination of small packaging and small engine deliver a rating of 5.3L/100km in the city and 4.4L on the highway. In my mostly city driving I was achieving 7L/100km. The problem with such a small engine is that t often needs to be pushed hard to accelerate and pass other traffic. The engine and CVT are loud, especially when the car is cold. The steering is very light for easy maneuverability but at higher speeds it feels too vague. This car is happy cruising because the engine settles down to a lower RPM and the noise level drops. Ask this car to perform and it’s an experience filled with noise and vibration.
Verdict
With a very low starting price and potentially good fuel economy the basic Mirage has a place for a buyer who wants a basic runabout that sips gas but if the trend away from small cars is any indication, that will be a small number. zack@drivewaybc.ca
OHF 100 Mile House Free Press ABN Abbotsford News
2014 Ram 1500 Crew Cab Laramie Longhorn (EcoDiesel). Late availability.§
MTN Abbotsford Mission Times CVR Commox Valley Record FFP Fernie Free Press
best fuel economy of any FULL-SIZE trucK **
z
CANADA’S LONGEST-LASTING PICKUP
KTW Kamloops This Week KNA Kootenay West Advertiser
=
LNT Langley Times 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage
MRN Maple Ridge News NTC Northen Connector - Prince Rupert
ramtru ramtruckoffers.ca t Wise customers read the fine print: •, *, ‡, § ▲, ¥ The Motor Trend Truck of the Year Sales Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after December 1, 2013. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,695) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Dealer trade may be necessary. Dealer may sell for less. •$19,888 Purchase Price applies to 2014 Ram 1500 ST (24A) only. $26,888 Purchase Price applies to the 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 (25A) only. *$7,000 in Consumer Cash Discounts is available on new 2014 Ram 1500 models. $8,500 Consumer Cash Discount is available on new 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 and $1,500 Holiday Bonus Cash. See your dealer for complete details. ‡4.29% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 model to qualified customers on approved credit through Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Example: 2013 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 with a Purchase Price of $26,888 (including applicable Consumer Cash Discount) financed at 4.29% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 208 bi-weekly payments of $153 with a cost of borrowing of $4,899 and a total obligation of $31,787. §2014 Ram 1500 Crew Cab Laramie Longhorn (EcoDiesel). Late availability. ▲The Make No Payments for 90 Days offer applies to retail customers who finance a new 2014 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge or Ram vehicle (except 2014 Dodge Avenger CVP and Dodge Viper) or eligible 2013 Dodge Dart, Ram Heavy Duty or Fiat model at a special fixed rate on approved credit through Royal Bank of Canada, TD Auto Finance or Scotiabank between December 10, 2013 and January 2, 2014. Monthly payments will be deferred for 60 days and contracts will be extended accordingly. Interest charges will not accrue during the first 60 days of the contract. Customers will be responsible for any required down payment, licence, registration and insurance costs at time of contract. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. ¥Holiday Bonus Cash of up to $1,500 is available on most new 2013 Dodge Dart, Ram Heavy Duty trucks and FIAT models (excluding the FIAT 500 Pop and Ram Cab & Chassis) and on most new 2014 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram and FIAT models, excluding the following: Chrysler 200 LX, Dodge Dart, Grand Caravan CVP, Journey CVP/SE, Avenger CVP, Viper, Jeep Compass Sport 4x2/4x4, Patriot Sport 4x2/4x4, Cherokee, Ram 1500 Reg Cab trucks, Ram Cab & Chassis, Ram Cargo Van, Ram ProMaster, FIAT 500 Pop, 500C, 500T and Abarth models. Bonus Cash will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. See your dealer for complete details. **Based on Chrysler Group internal fuel economy ratings. ≠Based on Automotive News classification and 2014 Ram 1500 3.6 L V6 4x2 and 8-speed transmission. 11.4 L/100 km (25 MPG) City and 7.8 L/100 km (36 MPG) Highway. Based on 2014 EnerGuide fuel consumption guide ratings published by Natural Resources Canada. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on powertrain, driving habits and other factors. Ask your dealer for complete EnerGuide information. =Based on longevity of entire Ram large pickup segment compared to all competitive large pickups on the road since 1988. Longevity based on R. L. Polk Canada, Inc. Canadian Vehicles in Operation data as of November 1, 2013 for model years 1988-2013 for all large pickups sold and available in Canada over the last 25 years. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc.
PVQ Parksville Qualicum PAN Peace Arch News PWN Penticton News PNV Prince Rupert N. View QCO Quesnel Cariboo Observer RMD Richmond News LSN Salmon Arm Lakeshore News SMI Smithers Interior News SND Surrey Now TRS Terrace Standard TCN Tri-City News
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
A15
driveway
Readers voice the pros and cons of increasing posted speed limits Driveway readers have the final word on the posted speed limit poll, conducted in partnership with Insights West. In that survey it was revealed that 37 percent of those polled believe a higher than 100 km/h limit should be posted on our major highways. The provincial government current review of speed limits has already prompted much public discussion, much of which seemed to support the hiking of limits. With that in mind, we were surprised that the poll showed that 55 percent believed speed limits should be left alone. Here’s further reaction posted online by readers. For an increase in limits: Kmac: Excessive speed, texting and using a cell phone while driving, driver in attention and driving too fast for the road &/or weather conditions kills. The minimal increase in the speed limits you suggest make sense
efi1936: I think that the Coquihalla should be 130 km/h and the rural part of Highway 1 120km/h. lyle: As stated in your column, it is only excessive speed that kills. However, if two drivers were driving side by side at 100 km/h there would be mass frustration and more accidents. CaryAnn: I think the majority of drivers driving today are totally conscious of their vehicle and surroundings and are very capable of handling the higher speeds. DriveSmart: Maybe the new limit should be displayed on new variable signs so that it can be adjusted downward in darkness and poor driving conditions. 28speedster: Here we are in the 21st century driving at the same or lower speed limits than we did with cars in the 1950s with bias ply tires on two-lane highways. New cars, tires, roads are engineered for much higher speeds. A higher speed limit will require drivers to pay
attention to their driving. Mark: Being from Germany and having driven faster and safely on the Autobahn, I say it’s about time. When I took my driver’s test, part of the test was on the Autobahn and you had to go 130km/h (weather and local speed limit permitting) NOT to get points against you. Comments against an increase: Dwsolber: Some drivers have trouble driving safely at current posted speeds. Increasing the speed limits will only increase risk to all road users. Dick: Do not increase speed, what the heck is the hurry? (99 out of 100 already go way faster than the posted speed. Make your ride safe and enjoy the scenery. Leah99: Wildlife (and domestic pets), pedestrians, and vehicles driven by law-abiding people are put at risk by speeders as it is. Donna: There are enough accidents at 110 without increasing the risks. Snazzy: Speeds above
limit . . . if you raise to 120 they will go up to 140. keith.morgan@ drivewaybc.ca
‘‘
Increasing the speed limits will only increase risk to all road users.
’’
Keith Morgan
90km/h greatly increase fuel consumption. In addition to lower speeds being safer for drivers, wildlife, it is also important that we consider the planet, and reduce our use of fossil fuels. Rosemary: In BC’s interior, there are many hazardous roads and bad weather conditions, but drivers in general ignore them. If you ‘up’ the speed limit, they will ‘up’ the speeding... What ever happened to safe driving? Like reducing speed at night when visibility is reduced? Brian: People already drive 10 to 20 above the speed
Drives-U-Crazy
Intersection Idiots. Can there be anything much more frustrating than not being able to turn because some twit is blocking the intersection? There is a provincial law that forbids drivers from entering an intersection if they can’t exit the other side (not for left turners, that’s ok). But many municipalities have taken that a step further with bylaws that apply that rule to all intersections, not just those controlled by lights. However, it seems to be largely ignored by people who block the entrance to neighbourhood streets while waiting for a light change ahead. Whether it’s a by law or not surely it’s just common sense and courtesy. What drives-u-crazy. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca
E H T
Located at the Back of the Dealership
LEARANCE ENTRE MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYBODY! DIRECT 250-927-1857 TOLL FREE 1.888.225.8126
512 EAST ISLAND HWY., PARKSVILLE, BC
WWW.HARRISOCEANSIDEGM.COM
These will get you up the hill!
t I t e L ! w o n S oo! o h a W 2004 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER
2005 CHEVY EQUINOX
All Wheel Drive
WOW! $
7,500
1998 SUBARU WAGON
2007 HYUNDAI TUCSON
V6, Auto, All Wheel Drive, Leather
WOW! $
8,800
WOW! $5,500
4x4, All Wheel Drive
WOW! $2,500
Suburban, 7 passenger, 4x4, Leather
WOW! $8,800
FEATURE VEHICLES 1980 CHEVY ½ TON
6cyl., 4x4, Leather
2003 GMC YUKON XL
6cyl., Auto
WOW! $2,500
2006 DODGE CHARGER V6
Sharp Car
WOW! $6,800
DL7189
Every Vehicle is Safety Inspected, has No Documentation Fees and Includes a Warranty! Plus Carproof History, Lien & ICBC Reports. IT JUST MAKES SENSE TO BUY A USED VEHICLE FROM A RESPONSIBLE, REPUTABLE DEALERSHIP
A16
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
ve our r r e s o t d Prou unity for ove Comm
YEARS
NEW DODGE DART SE WAS $19,940 NOW
$
18,990 PLUS 500 *
$
1 ONLY
HOLIDAY BONUS CASH
NEW DODGE GRAND CARAVAN $
7,000 DISCOUNTS $ S 1,500 U PL HOLIDAY BONUS CASH
NEW RAM 2500 LARAMIE CREW CAB 4x4 NO CHARGE CUMMINS DIESEL WORTH
$
9,345
$ S PLU 1,000
2 ONLY
HOLIDAY BONUS CASH
Bruce Alexander
Dealer #6332
250-248-3281
Ken Dunsire
Bob Bourgeault
Kevin Logeman
Trevor Liddicoat
Bert Frost
Reg Boyd
Rick Hansen
Daniel Bortoley
ISLAND HIGHWAY AT SHELLY ROAD
Visit us online @ www.parksvillechrysler.com Dealer may charge administrative or other fees depending on the services provided to the customers.
For stocking stuffers, or the main course.
‘‘
Alexandra Straub
’’
$17,449 Looking for the perfect gift for the car lover in your life? In the search for some cool swag, here are a few places you can stop by or check out online for some unique pieces of automotive goodness. Blipshift brings you high quality, limited edition auto-enthusiast focused shirts for just $15. Blipshift.com Carry all for the Motorcycle:
@
PURCHASE FINANCE FOR
$99 0.99
%
Bi-weekly for 84 months with $0 down.
Ogio Rig 9800 Rolling Luggage Bag - ogio.com Wilkinson Automobilia Need a book, DVD, poster or die cast model? eautomobilia.com A Visit to the Spa for Your Car Whether getting just a quick treatment or the full shebang, your ride will thank you for it. Build a Racecar in 158 Pieces thanks to Lego. shop.lego.com
. T F I G E R T ’ N O W U O Y T F I G THE %
0 APR†
PURCHASE FINANCING
2014 FOCUS S SEDAN
APR**
THE WORLD’S BEST-SELLING CAR NAMEPLATE.‡
@
PURCHASE FINANCE FOR
$149 1.99
OR OWN FOR ONLY
*
*
Offers include $1,665 freight and air tax
OR OWN FOR ONLY
$25,264
5.5L/100km 51MPG HWY 7.8L/100km 36MPG CITY ***
Get the gift that brings Endless Joy. Only at your BC Ford Store.
Offers include $750 in manufacturer rebates and $1,715 freight and air tax
ELIGIBLE COSTCO MEMBERS
RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL
Steering in the Right Direction Sparco makes steering wheels for both street and race cars. Then again, it’s kind of a one-stop shop. They also sell race attire, seats, shoes and more. They also make some very comfortable hats! sparcousa.com Safety First The gift of practicality is priceless. You could even pack it yourself by using
$
2014 ESCAPE S FWD 2.5L
PLUS
$
HOLIDAY BONUS CASH
500
††
GET
$
%
$0
6.3L/100km 45MPG HWY 9.5L/100km 30MPG CITY ***
APR†
these guidelines at getprepared. gc.ca. Or you can get one already prepared at various stores like Canadian Tire or your local automotive retailer. The Gift of Knowledge Being a safer driver or motorcycle rider is beneficial for everyone. And how to get there doesn’t have to be boring. The Advanced Rider Training (ART) course through
500 ††
HOLIDAY BONUS CASH
FOR A LIMITED TIME
ON VIRTUALLY ALL OF OUR MOST POPULAR MODELS
HURRY IN! THIS HOLIDAY OFFER ENDS DECEMBER 29TH
2014 F-150 SUPER CAB XLT 4X4 5.0L
%
APR**
Bi-weekly for 84 months with $0 down.
‡‡
PURCHASE FINANCING
for up to 60 months on most new 2014 F-150 models.
$
PLUS
WELL-EQUIPPED WITH:
WELL-EQUIPPED WITH:
WELL-EQUIPPED WITH:
Active grille shutter system. Anti-lock brakes. Side-curtain airbags. AND MUCH MORE.
Front bucket seats. Rear-window defroster. Privacy glass. AND MUCH MORE.
Trailer tow with 4-pin connector. Air conditioning. Cargo box tie-downs. AND MUCH MORE.
HOLIDAY BONUS CASH
500
ON MOST NEW VEHICLES
1,000
▲
bcford.ca
††
10.6L/100km 27MPG HWY 15.0L/100km 19MPG CITY ***
WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers only valid at participating dealers. Retail offers may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. Dealer order or transfer may be required as inventory may vary by dealer. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. Retail offers not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). †Between December 16 – 29, 2013, receive 0% APR purchase financing on new 2014 Ford models (excluding C-MAX, Mustang Shelby and BOSS 302, Flex, Explorer, Expedition, Transit Connect, E-Series, F-150 Regular Cab XL 4x2 (Value Leader), F-350 to F-550, and medium truck) for up to 60 months, to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest interest rate. Example: $25,000 purchase financed at 0% APR for 48/60/72 months, monthly payment is $520.83/ $416.66/ $347.22, cost of borrowing is $0 or APR of 0% and total to be repaid is $25,000. Down payment on purchase financing offers may be required based on approved credit from Ford Credit. ††Offer valid until December 29, 2013 (the “Offer Period”) to Canadian residents towards the purchase or lease of most new 2013/2014 Ford models (excluding Focus, Fiesta, C-MAX, Mustang Shelby and BOSS 302, Transit Connect Electric, and F-150 Raptor) (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). Only one (1) bonus offer may be applied towards the purchase or lease of one (1) Eligible Vehicle. Taxes payable before offer amount is deducted. **Until December 29, 2013, receive 0.99%/1.99% annual percentage rate (APR) purchase financing on a 2014 Focus S Sedan/2014 Escape S FWD with 2.5L engine for a maximum of 84 months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Purchase financing monthly payment is $215/$322 (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of $99/$149 with a down payment of $0 or equivalent trade-in. Cost of borrowing is $618.78/$1,821.39 or APR of 0.99%/1.99% and total to be repaid is $18,067.78/$27,085.39. Offers include a Manufacturer Rebate of $0/$750 and freight and air tax of $1,665/$1,715 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate deducted. Bi-Weekly payments are only available using a customer initiated PC (Internet Banking) or Phone Pay system through the customer’s own bank (if offered by that financial institution). The customer is required to sign a monthly payment contract with a first payment date one month from the contract date and to ensure that the total monthly payment occurs by the payment due date. Bi-weekly payments can be made by making payments equivalent to the sum of 12 monthly payments divided by 26 bi-weekly periods every two weeks commencing on the contract date. Dealer may sell for less. Offers vary by model and not all combinations will apply. *Purchase a new 2014 Focus S Sedan/2014 Escape S FWD with 2.5L engine for $17,449/$25,264 after Manufacturer Rebate of $0/$750 is deducted. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after total Manufacturer Rebate has been deducted. Offers include freight and air tax of $1,665/$1,715 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. ▲Offer only valid from December 3, 2013 to January 31, 2014 (the “Offer Period”) to resident Canadians with an eligible Costco membership on or before November 30, 2013 who purchase or lease of a new 2013/2014 Ford (excluding Fiesta, Focus, C-Max, Raptor, GT500, Mustang Boss 302, Transit Connect EV, and Medium Truck) or Lincoln vehicle (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). Limit one (1) offer per each Eligible Vehicle purchase or lease, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales per Costco Membership Number. Offer is transferable to persons domiciled with an eligible Costco member. Applicable taxes calculated before CAD$1,000 offer is deducted. ***Estimated fuel consumption ratings for 2014 Focus 2.0L I4 5-speed manual transmission: [7.8L/100km (36MPG) City, 5.5L/100km (51MPG) Hwy] / 2014 Escape FWD 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic transmission: [9.5L/100km (30MPG) City, 6.3L/100km (45MPG) Hwy] / 2014 F-150 4X4 5.0L V8 6-speed automatic transmission: [15.0L/100km (19MPG) City, 10.6L/100km (27MPG) Hwy]. Fuel consumption ratings based on Transport Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading, vehicle equipment, vehicle condition, and driving habits. ‡Claim based on analysis by Ford of Polk global new registration for CY2012 for a single nameplate which excludes rebadged vehicles, platform derivatives or other vehicle nameplate versions. ‡‡Based on R. L. Polk Canada, Inc. Total New Registration data for Full Size Pickups per Ford Segmentation as of YTD September 30, 2013. ®: Registered trademark of Price Costco International, Inc. used under license. ©2013 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. ©2013 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
Car and motorcycle goodies for Christmas
www.pqbnews.com
Available in most new Ford vehicles with 6-month pre-paid subscription
A17
the West Coast Superbike School is one way (westcoastsuperbikeschool.com) to learn a lot and have a good time. Or, if you want to do it behind the wheel of a car, check out Morrisport Advanced Driving (morrisport.com) Whether it’s your first time or not, there are new skills to be picked up each time the tires roll onto the track. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca
A18
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
A19
Merry Christmas
Please enjoy these great last minute deals and don’t miss out on our Christmas Flyer running until closing at 6pm Christmas Eve. Pot of Gold Chocolates
3 1
Freshly Baked 8” Pumpkin Pie
10
$
Kraft
Quality Foods
Butter 454gr
In Sunflower Oil, 85gr
3$ for
10
3$ For
270gr
Plus Applicable Fees
4$ For
10
For
Assorted sizes
4$ For
10
HR Super Sweet Pineapple
2$
Restaurante Tortilla Chips, Salsa or Cheese Dip
The Big Bag Potato Chips
Hawaiian “Dole”
106-120gr
Old Dutch
Old Dutch
99
Crabmeat or Cocktail Shrimp
4
For
99
¢
plus applicable fees
Haagen Dazs
Ice Cream
500ml
Snowcrest
Selected, 600gr
Gold Seal
Whole Smoked Oysters or Whole Smoked Mussels
¢
3
99
2$
2 5
99
Armstrong
IMES
L MERCH ON AL
Le Petit Ecolier Biscuits
340gr
150gr
For
10QX
POIN
10
2$ For
5
4
Smoked Ham
2
Shank or Butt Portion 5.49 per kg
TS
ANDISE PURCHASED
AT
49
per lb
4$ For
Minute Maid
5
For
5
Frozen Beverage Selected, 295ml
295ml
4
295ml
99 Cadbury
Holiday Gift Box
150gr
Nestle Black Magic Chocolates or After Eight Mints 188-300gr
3$ For
5 4
99
Wishing you a Healthy, Happy & Safe Holiday Season, from our family to yours!
Plus Applicable Fees
Minute Maid
Frozen Real Fruit Beverage
¢
100gr
Shortbread
3
99
99
Minute Maid, Five Alive or Nestea
Frozen Orange or Grapefruit Juice
Toblerone Chocolate
2$
1.5lt
99
Hertel’s
Lu
Cheese
2$
FFER DEC . 16 AS O M T -C S I
10 T
Extra Large
Frozen Dessert
4
99
Holiday Hours - We will be closing at 6pm on December 24th and closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day! We will be open and ready to serve you with new specials December 27th. www.qualityfoods.com
946ml
Nestle
AS EVE!
99
3
890ml
4
Egg Nog
Frozen Fruit
M IST
Gold Seal
106gr
12x355ml
2lt
HR
99
Ginger Ale, Club Soda or Tonic Water
99
Pepsi, 7Up or Mountain Dew
Mayonnaise
Canadian Sardines
Schweppes
Assorted Sizes
Hellmann’s
¢
Brunswick
Turkeys
Double Cream Brie
Stove Top Stuffing 120gr
Fresh Grade A
Vaudreuil
100gr
4
Earn 10X your Q-Points when you make your Christmas Fresh Turkey purchase! Sh op ! on Ear cti ly for e l e Best S
A SPECIAL C
Avg 1-1.2kg
99
Q-Points
99
Sirloin Tip Oven Roast
Dairyland
283gr
Plus Applicable Fees
Prices in effect December 20 th-24 th, 2013
89
¢
Nestle
Turtles 267-300gr
6
99
A18
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
A19
Merry Christmas
Please enjoy these great last minute deals and don’t miss out on our Christmas Flyer running until closing at 6pm Christmas Eve. Pot of Gold Chocolates
3 1
Freshly Baked 8” Pumpkin Pie
10
$
Kraft
Quality Foods
Butter 454gr
In Sunflower Oil, 85gr
3$ for
10
3$ For
270gr
Plus Applicable Fees
4$ For
10
For
Assorted sizes
4$ For
10
HR Super Sweet Pineapple
2$
Restaurante Tortilla Chips, Salsa or Cheese Dip
The Big Bag Potato Chips
Hawaiian “Dole”
106-120gr
Old Dutch
Old Dutch
99
Crabmeat or Cocktail Shrimp
4
For
99
¢
plus applicable fees
Haagen Dazs
Ice Cream
500ml
Snowcrest
Selected, 600gr
Gold Seal
Whole Smoked Oysters or Whole Smoked Mussels
¢
3
99
2$
2 5
99
Armstrong
IMES
L MERCH ON AL
Le Petit Ecolier Biscuits
340gr
150gr
For
10QX
POIN
10
2$ For
5
4
Smoked Ham
2
Shank or Butt Portion 5.49 per kg
TS
ANDISE PURCHASED
AT
49
per lb
4$ For
Minute Maid
5
For
5
Frozen Beverage Selected, 295ml
295ml
4
295ml
99 Cadbury
Holiday Gift Box
150gr
Nestle Black Magic Chocolates or After Eight Mints 188-300gr
3$ For
5 4
99
Wishing you a Healthy, Happy & Safe Holiday Season, from our family to yours!
Plus Applicable Fees
Minute Maid
Frozen Real Fruit Beverage
¢
100gr
Shortbread
3
99
99
Minute Maid, Five Alive or Nestea
Frozen Orange or Grapefruit Juice
Toblerone Chocolate
2$
1.5lt
99
Hertel’s
Lu
Cheese
2$
FFER DEC . 16 AS O M T -C S I
10 T
Extra Large
Frozen Dessert
4
99
Holiday Hours - We will be closing at 6pm on December 24th and closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day! We will be open and ready to serve you with new specials December 27th. www.qualityfoods.com
946ml
Nestle
AS EVE!
99
3
890ml
4
Egg Nog
Frozen Fruit
M IST
Gold Seal
106gr
12x355ml
2lt
HR
99
Ginger Ale, Club Soda or Tonic Water
99
Pepsi, 7Up or Mountain Dew
Mayonnaise
Canadian Sardines
Schweppes
Assorted Sizes
Hellmann’s
¢
Brunswick
Turkeys
Double Cream Brie
Stove Top Stuffing 120gr
Fresh Grade A
Vaudreuil
100gr
4
Earn 10X your Q-Points when you make your Christmas Fresh Turkey purchase! Sh op ! on Ear cti ly for e l e Best S
A SPECIAL C
Avg 1-1.2kg
99
Q-Points
99
Sirloin Tip Oven Roast
Dairyland
283gr
Plus Applicable Fees
Prices in effect December 20 th-24 th, 2013
89
¢
Nestle
Turtles 267-300gr
6
99
A20
assistance through benefit programs. www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
WHO DOES IT?
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30am5:30pm, Sat. 10am-4pm
• SALES • SERVICE (Walker) • RENTALS • REPAIRS 192 W. Island Hwy., Parksville 250-954-0309
you have unwanted hair? K9 Healthy Smiles Do Electrolysis is your permanent solution Oral Hygiene December Special
FAMILY OWNED & LOCAL Ask about financial assistance through benefit programs. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30am5:30pm, Sat. 10am-4pm
(12”-32” grab bars)
• SALES • SERVICE • RENTALS • REPAIRS 192 W. Island Hwy., Parksville 250-954-0309
f Dance School o
Give the gift of dance for Christmas!
Call or email us for Gift Certificates! REGISTER FOR DANCE CLASSES STARTING IN JANUARY
#2-141 4th Avenue East, Qualicum Beach qbsd@telus.net • 250-752 0227 www.qbschoolofdance.ca
“Serving Oceanside & Vancouver Island for over 20 Years”
• Quality Custom Cedar Fence Panels • Unique Designs in Garden Arbours, Gates, Lattice Backed Planters and Trellis 250-757-9221 7021 W. Island Hwy., Bowser
• No more tweezing, shaving or waxing! • Effective on all skin types
$179 per cleaning, flat rate
Call now for your Free and private consultation 250-752-0502
Frankie Perfilow
K9 Oral Hygiene Specialist
250-586-0062 1306 Alberni Hwy., Parksville Anesthesia - Free Teeth Cleaning www.k9healthysmiles.com
Electrolysis Plus Safe and Permanent Hair Removal #2-692 Beach Rd. Qualicum Beach
MILES D. AUTOMOTIVE
We Service...
BMW, Volvo, Mercedes Volkswagon, Lexus , Subaru and all domestic vehicles. We also offer shuttle service and courtesy car.
BCAA
Seaside RV
SALES & SERVICE LTD. • Interior & Structural Repairs • Parts, Hitches & Wiring • Roofs, Vents & Skylights • Insurance Claims • Licensed RV Gas Fitter • Brake Service
FULLY EQUIPPED MOBILE UNIT
250-954-1664
1093-B, Smithers Rd, Parksville
SeasideRVService.com
Miles D. Automotive Ltd. Servicing Volvo, BMW, Mercedes, Volkswagon, Lexus and Subaru for 19 years.
LTD.
Don’t get left out in the cold
Warranty-Approved Maintenance Services & Preventive Maintenance Programs Available on All New Vehicles
A DIRECTORY OF PROFESSIONALS IN OUR AREA!
Book Your Winter Tune-Up Today! • Fully Licensed Facility & Licensed Technicians • Computer System Diagnostics & Fuel Injection Specialist • Custom Exhaust • Warranty-Approved Maintenance • Wheel Alignments • Motorhome Servicing
250-248-9679
Fully Licensed Facility, all Fully Licensed Technicians, Computer System Diagnostics & Fuel Injection Specialist Shuttle Service and Courtesy Car available upon request. Value-Safety-Peace of Mind
Servicing Motorhomes 250-248-9679 A-1002 Herring Gull Way Over 33 Years Licensed Experience
Cats Only Cattery BOARDING KENNEL
Private Chalets in the country • Lots of TLC Private window with view ledge Enclosed Outdoor Run 8 Ft. Ceilings/Heat lamp Where your cats go for vacation No Dogs in the Cattery
250-752-6583 2894 Palmer Rd. QB
www.catsonlycattery1.com
Fax: 250-248-9693 A-1002 Herring Gull Way, Parksville (next to Coast Glass)
GRAVEL MART
• Blue & Multi Driveway Chips • Construction Aggregates • Top Soil • Bark Mulch • Lawn Sand • Compost • River Rock Trucks for Hire Pick-up or Delivery LICENSED DISPOSAL SITE FOR Yard, Garden & Wood Waste
FREE SCRAP METAL DROP OFF INCL. APPLIANCES
911 Church Rd., Parksville Tel: 250-248-3693 Cell: 250-616-3876
Over 33 Years’ Licensed Experience
mdauto@shaw.ca www.milesdautomotive.ca
Open Mon.-Fri. 8am-4:30pm; Sat. 8am-12pm
We Have Happy Advertisers! Contact us today. Lori Hague
Grant De Gagne
250-905-0020 lhague@pqbnews.com
Steve Weldon
Linda Adams
250-905-0015
250-905-0023
250-905-0014
gdegagne@pqbnews.com
sweldon@pqbnews.com ladams@pqbnews.com
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
A21
Great Atmosphere • Friendly Service Top Quality • Low Prices
With this Coupon
✁
Get a 2 piece Cod & Chips for the price of a 1 piece or 15% off any other menu entree
Assorted Pies, Burgers, Scampi & More. Daily and Senior Specials 1209 East Island Hwy. Parksville. Extra Parking at Rear
candace Wu Photo
From left to right, Saheli Boutique’s Gurdeep Nagra, Coastal Community Credit Union branch manager Mark Jones, Family Resource Association executive director Deborah Joyce, FRA executive assistant Tina Rasmussen and Bodyworks’ Dale Nagra stand amidst nearly 80 hampers donated by the community.
Gift Certificates Available
Christmas Gifts
giving back
Like a holiday in a box Holiday Hamper Program doubles last year’s numbers The Family Resource Association has completed this year’s Holiday Hamper Program to support families in the Parksville Qualicum Beach area. Last year, volunteers from the association put together 42 hampers for their clients and this year, with the help of community donations, they distributed nearly 80 of what they describe as “a kind of holiday in a box.” The FRA program discretely distributes the hampers to their clients, which are generally working families struggling to make ends meet,
said executive director Deborah Joyce. “A lot of people are finding it very difficult with shorter hours and no benefits, and with the cost of everything going up there is a greater need for the basics,” she said. Each hamper is worth about $100 and people donated either money or items on a specific grocery list, available through the FRA and participating businesses, which included Saheli Boutique, Coastal Community Credit Union, BodyWorks Fitness and the chamber of commerce. Joyce said this is a great way to help some of those families on the edge who have trouble coming forward to less confidential forums. Though the progam is done for this season, cash donations would still be helpful. For more information call 250-752-6766 or visit: www.d69fra.org (under ‘Events’).
Love Helping People?
Worship With Us
AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
Become a Certified
Hypnotist!
Now Enrolling for January 2014
Ines Simpson
Proven Powerful
Curriculum Award Winning Instructor Excellent Income Opp. Class Space Limited Payment Plans Available
Free Info 250 927 4856 www.AdvancedHypnosis.ca
Original Tall
The Original
Jewel Arizona
KORBAN Sheep Skin Slippers
Milano
Roger
* SELECT BRANDS ON SALE *
A Step Ahead Gift Certificates Available
Nanaimo Woodgrove Centre • 250-390-2821 Centre Court by the Body Shop
QUALICUM BEACH - VANCOUVER DIRECT
$EAT $ALE ON NOW! CALL US FOR
DETAILS!
December 22nd - 10:00am Advent 4 - LOVE
Sunday Dec. 22nd 10 am Tuesday Dec. 24th 4 pm Tuesday Dec. 24th 7 pm Tuesday Dec. 24th 11 pm Sunday Dec. 29th 10 am -
Knox United Church
250-248-3927
A Gift for Every Child at Christmas
PDF without this message by purchasing novaPDF (http://www.novapdf.com/)
SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre 250-248-2093 sos@sosd69.com 245 West Hirst Avenue, Parksville
Classic Tall
www.sosd69.com
Advent Worship Service Contemplative Service Family Service Christmas Eve Service Lesson & Carols
Corner of Pym and Humphrey, Parksville
office@kucparksville.ca www.kucparksville.ca
CALL TODAY
250.752.5884
OR BOOK ONLINE
www.kdair.com
Qualicum Beach, BC 23 years of safe reliable service
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
A22
www.pqbnews.com
ON BUSINESS
Focusing on the businesses in our Community!
November 14th
• Safety Inspected • Warrantied • Car Proofed Apply now! One Dollar Down, Gets You Driving Today! 250-954-1332 #32-1400 Alberni Hwy Parksville www.momvehiclesales.com
WE’VE MOVED
Pickup fromMULCH November 14th BARK
~We Deliver~ or you can pick up
Red or Dark • Fine or Coarse • Top Soil • Landscape Supplies
250-248-2525
usical Theatre Song & Dance Modern Dance
PickupAre: from All Vehicles
Hollis Wealth
Established 1973 A Complete Dance Training Program Ages 3-Adult Beginner to Pre-Professional Professional Staff Under the Direction of Artistic Director: Linda Klassen, L.I.S.T.D. (C.B.) 425 E. Stanford Ave., Parksville To inquire, please call: 250-248-9522
Ballet Kinder Komedy Kinder Tap Aerobics M
Parksville Ballet School New Car Rental Now Available
Parksville Ballet School
ot Courses Flamenco Kinder Kombo Kinder
Tap Jazz Hip-Hop Modern Dance Parent & T
Book This Space and be seen by your Customers
is now at: Unit 102-148 Weld St. Parksville
Jasmine Cherry R.D. is Happy to Welcome New Clients to her Brand New Facility. August 22nd parksvilledentureclinic@yahoo.com www.parksvilledentureclinic.ca
250-248-3734
Specializing in helping women plan for a worry free retirement. ~ Widowed, Divorced, Married or Single ~ Serving clients for 30 years
Carol Plaisier,
CFP®, FMA, AMP Investment Advisor
HollisWealth is a division of Scotia Capital Inc., a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada.
174 Morison Ave, Parksville • (250) 248-2399 carol.plaisier@holliswealth.com www.carolplaisier.com
HEALTHY HOME and a HEALTHY YOU! Carpet, Upholstery & Area Rug Cleaning Tile & Grout Cleaning & Sealing On-Going Mainteneance & Much More
Parksville Denture Clinic
th Man
om
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
On any service calls over $145 Expires December 31 / 2013
Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer
250-752-1343
To advertise here call:
410 Rupert Road East, Qualicum Beach www.sanitechservices.ca
250-248-4341 pqbnews.com
Sales • Repairs • Detailing Call for your appointment today!
Sanitech
• Vinyl Windows • Vinyl Wood Clad • Fiberglass Wood Clad • Colours & Foil Wraps Pickup from November • Vinyl Folding Doors • Tilt & Turn Windows & Doors
• Vinyl Windows • Vinyl Wood Clad • Fiberglass Wood Clad • Colours & Foil Wraps • Vinyl Folding Doors • Tilt & Turn Windows & Doors
KIMBERLEY COONEY
(250) 248-5959 www.completewindows.ca
14th
Vancouver Island’s Premier Cleaning Experts give(250) you248-5959 a Healthy Home and a Healthy You! ERIC JOHNSON
www.completewindows.ca
MENTION THIS AD AND RECEIVE
Unit 7-1176 Franklin’s Gull Road Parksville, BC V9P 2M9
SKIN LASER CLINIC
•GET VinylYOUR Windows Clad LOOK BEST• Vinyl THIS CHRISTMAS! SMOOTH FORWood SUMMER! Have glowing skin with a •SKIP Fiberglass Wood Clad THE RAZOR AND CHOOSE THE LASER! gentle illuminating peel ................ $49 •Never Colours & Foil Wax Or ShaveWraps Again Brighten your smile with • With VinylLaser Folding Doors Hair Removal! Blu light teeth Windows whitening ............... •Bikini/Brazilian Tilt & Turn & Doors $99 $ $ WAYNE BOWLES Bikini 119/ 169 Let your eyes popperwith a lash tint! treatment Add any of (250) the above $ for .......... $15 Addtounderarms for 29248-5959 Pretty Add a BROWN Pedicure ACNE?feet? OILY SKIN? www.completewindows.ca to any of the above for ................. $35 SPOTS? AGING SKIN? Free skin care analysis! Laser Hair Removal Our professionals will guide you
Bikini/Brazilian Bikiniproducts and Underarm -$169/$189 per tx. with the most current We the following: veins, skin tags, milia, nail fungus. andtreat procedures to achieveLeg your best skin! per Includes matching Expires Dec. 31/ 2013 Botox-$10 unit. Latisse-$125 mineralUnit makeup7-1176 to your shade.Franklin’s
Road 6894 Island Hwy N (Nanaimo) •Gull 250-390-1160 All PCA PeelsParksville, 20% OFF V9P 2M9 Satisfying clientswhere for 10BC years! www.skinlaserclinic.ca (Expires April 30/11) NEW1! CELAZOMEour PRODUCTS-
FREE CARPET Unit 7-1176 Franklin’s Gull Road Parksville, BC V9P 2M9
OR
FURNITURE Blue Nose Motors PROTECTION HOLLY BOWLES ERIC JOHNSON
250-752-1343
410 Rupert Road E, Qualicum Beach
www.sanitechservices.ca
Unit 7-1176 Franklin’s Gull Road Parksville, BC V9P 2M9
botanicals meet science-10% OFF
Canadian Tire Plaza (Nanaimo) • 250-390-1160
Be seen by your customers! Windows • Vinyl Wood Clad This space• Vinyl available. Re Bath • Fiberglass Wood Clad Pickup from November 14th •Call Colours &today! Foil Wraps DANNY WALTERS ERIC Award JOHNSONWinning trained
UK Designer Master (250) 248-5959 Goldsmith is now Parksvilles Fine Jeweller. www.completewindows.ca
• FREE RING CLEANING • JEWELLERY REPAIRS • WATCH BATTERIES • CUSTOM DESIGN AND MAKE-UPS • REFURBISH AND REDESIGN OLD JEWELLERY • JEWELLERY MAKING CLASSES
Unitcall: 7-1176 Franklin’s Gull Road To advertise here 3-155 Morison Ave Parksville • 250-586-4653
250-248-4341
Parksville, BC Mon. V9P- 2M9 Fri. 10:30am - 5:00pm • Sat. 10:30am - 4:00pm pqbnews.com
SERVICE 250-951-9888 • 1401 Springhill Rd. PV SALES 250-951-9957 • 690 E Island Hwy PV www.bluenosemotor.com “The Refreshing Remodel”
® ®
Locally owned & operated.
Since 1979
WORLD’S LARGEST BATH REMODELER BATHTUBS AND BATHTUB LINERS • wALL SURRoUND SySTEmS SHowER BASES • BATHTUB-To-SHowER coNvERSIoNS wALk-IN-SAfETy BATHTUBS • gRAB BARS & NoN-SLIp coATINgS
FREE in-home estimates
www.rebath.com Heritage Centre Mall 12B 1209 EAST ISLAND HWY PARKSVILLE 1-800-BATHTUB 250-586-1555 RETURN THESE & EARN CASH
www.skinlaserclinic.ca (Expires March 31, 2011)
• Vinyl Folding Doors • Tilt & Turn Windows & Doors JOHN DEREK DESIGNER JEWELLERS
BLUEN SE MOTOR COMPANY
• Vinyl Windows • Vinyl Wood Clad • Fiberglass Wood Clad Pickup 14th with any other offers, Expires Jan. 14, 2014) (Canfrom not beNovember used in conjunction • Colours & Foil Wraps • Vinyl Folding Doors • Tilt & Turn Windows & Doors
(250) 248-5959 www.completewindows.ca
IMP C A L I N T E G R IT Y ORTE D QUALITY. LO
• 1st Visit FREE! • Safe, Active, Happy Environment • Staff Trained in Canine First Aid 1002 Bellevue Rd. Parksville Call for reservations: 250-954-3642 dogstarplaycare@yahoo.ca Monday-Friday 7:30am-6pm, Saturday 10am-4pm
Pop, Juice, Beer Water, Wine, Spirits Automotive Batteries
P B D
RETURN THESE & SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT:
ARKSVILLE OTTLE AND RECYCLING EPOT
Small Appliances, All Milk Containers Plastic Bags, Electronics, Scrap Metal, Household Glass 611A Alberni Hwy., Parksville Ph: 250-248-0224 CLOSED SUNDAYS BOTTLE DRIVES are our SPECIALTY
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
A23
TELUS STORE OR AUTHORIZED DEALER
VANCOUVER ISLAND
Victoria The Bay Centre
TV that ties the town together.
Hillside Centre Mayfair Shopping Centre Millstream Village Tillicum Centre Tuscany Village Uptown Shopping Centre Westshore Town Centre 756 Fort St. 815 View St. 1681 Island Hwy. 3300 Tennyson Ave.
Campbell River 561 11th Ave. 1436 Island Hwy. 1437B 16th Ave. 1690 Island Hwy.
Courtenay Courtenay Crossing Shopping Centre Washington Park Shopping Centre 2885 Cliffe Ave.
Duncan Cowichan Commons 951A Canada Ave.
Mill Bay 845 Deloume Rd.
Sign up for Optik TV and TELUS will give $25 to the Qualicum Beach Digital Arts Studio.* TM
Nanaimo Country Club Centre Port Place Shopping Centre Rock City Centre Nanaimo North Town Centre
Call 310-MYTV (6988) for details or visit telus.com/tvforgood.
Woodgrove Centre 3300 Norwell Dr.
Parksville 281 East Island Hwy.
Port Alberni 4006 Johnston Rd. ®
Sidney 9810 7th St. *Campaign runs from September 7, 2013 to February 6, 2014. TELUS will contribute a maximum of $20,000. Eligible for new TELUS TV activations in the Qualicum Beach area. © 2013 TELUS.
A24
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Notice: Board Appointments The Regional District of Nanaimo is now accepting applications to the following advisory bodies: *NEW* Nanaimo Airport Planning Process Advisory Committee -All Communities in RDN
1 year term
10 members
Electoral Area ‘F’ Parks and Open Space Advisory Committee -Coombs, Hilliers, Errington
2 year term
4 members
Electoral Area ‘G’ Parks and Open Space Advisory Committee -French Creek, Dashwood, Englishman River
2 year term
3 members
District 69 Recreation Commission -All Communities in District 69
1 year term
1 member Electoral Area ‘G’
Grants-in-Aid Advisory Committee -All Communities in RDN
1 year term
2 members – All Areas 1 member - District 69
faith COLUMN
Princes, queens and kings Birth of royal baby reminds us to reflect on Jesus this Christmas season
and resurrection, accomplished the work that the angel foretold to Mary. By taking our sin upon Himself, His free gift to us is forgiveness, which leads to something else equally wonderful. ou have heard the buzz, I’m sure — By receiving the free gift of Christmas, we about the new baby. are able to come into the presence of Almighty His Royal Highness Prince George God, Creator of all we can see and everything Alexander Louis of Cambridge. Such about which we have no clue as yet, the One a weighty name for such a little fel- who holds it all in place — scientists tell us that low. We don’t know much about him, except if the world were to veer off its axis by even a that he is third in line to the British throne, and fraction of a degree, mayhem would result — — as his father reports — he has a and the One who is intimately interested in every aspect of our lives. healthy set of lungs. Beyond that, “So let us come boldly to the very anything else is conjecture, no throne of God and stay there to rematter what the magazines at the By allan Walker ceive his mercy and to find grace to checkout say. help us in our times of need” (HeBut we can be relatively sure that he is well loved and has evbrews 4:16). ery need provided. As he grows So we have something in comto toddler-hood, the woman who mon with Britain’s little prince, is “Your Majesty” to the rest of us though on a far grander scale. will be “Great Granny” and little We can come into the presence George will have every confidence, of our Heavenly Father, the King of as their relationship develops, to Kings, climb into His lap (figuraclamber onto said woman’s knee to wrap his tively speaking, of course) and spend time with arms around her neck in a sweet embrace. Him. As he grows, he will learn that there are The good news of the season is that God has times when he must accord her the utmost re- come close to us, and through Jesus He invites spect due to her station in life, and times when us to come close to Him. Yes, like Prince George, we know that we are they can both relax and enjoy each other’s always to give God all praise and honour due, presence. We are heading into a season when the buzz and do well to remember that He will not be reis all about another baby, Jesus. Such a weighty duced to a cosmic genie who jumps at our evname for such a little fellow — Saviour “…for He ery demand. will save His people from their sins” (Matthew But if our desire is to know Him, to respond 1:21). to His invitation to develop a loving relationWhile we celebrate His birth each year with ship, we can come with every confidence into manger scenes both miniature and live (like His presence and relax there together. atParksville’s Bethlehem Walk) let’s be careful — Allan Walker is a pastor at Qualito remember that Jesus didn’t remain a baby cum Community Baptist Church. E-mail: but grew to manhood, and through His death joedomke@shaw.ca
Y
PASTOR’S POINT
For a complete list of vacancies, and to obtain an application form, please visit www.rdn.bc.ca, or contact Corporate Services at corpsrv@rdn.bc.ca, 250-390-4111, or toll free at 1-877-607-4111.
WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK To submit your activities into our weekly (Thursday) Calendar of Events: events@pqbnews.com I fax:250-248-4655 I #4-154 Middleton Ave, Parksville
Santa Suggests
GAME ROOM GIFTS!
STORES OPEN FRIDAY & SATURDAY AT 8:00 am
DEC. 20 TO DEC. 24, 2013
• PING PONG • POKER TABLES • DOME • SHUFFLEBOARD HOCKEY • POOL CUES • FOOSBALL • BILLIARD • BEER PONG ACCESSORIES • DART BOARDS & SUPPLIES Come see our full line of hot tubs, pools, gazebos, saunas & pool tables STORE HOURS Monday - Friday 9:00-5:30 Saturday 9:00-5:00 Closed Sundays 250.758.3003 • 4000 Corunna Ave (Norwell at Island Hwy) calaisspas-billiards.com
CHRISTMAS WEEK SALE HOURS Thurs.19th: 9:30 - 11:00 Fri. 20th: 8:00 - 11:00 Sat. 21st: 8:00 - 11:00 Sun. 22nd: 9:30 - 9:00 Mon. 23rd: 8:00 - 11:00 Tues. 24th: 8:00 - 6:00 CHRISTMAS - CLOSED
Thurs. 26th:
8:00-9:00
FINAL 5 DAYS
WOODGROVE CENTRE - NANAIMO
250-390-3141
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
For the Best in For the Best Forthe the Best For Best ininin Quality, Service Quality, Service Quality, Service Quality, Service Products... Products... &Products... Products... &&&
Best theBest Best Best of of the
Arrowsmith Automotive Pick up from July 4 / 2013
BCAA Authorized Authorized BCAA GeneralRepairs Repairs • •General RVRepairs Repairs • •RV Airconditioning conditioningservice service • •Air FuelInjection Injectionand andElectrical ElectricalRepair Repair • •Fuel
TailAnimal Wagger Qualicum Hospital Tail Wagger Tail Wagger Book your XMAS MOVED TO Pick up from July 4 2013 Pickup upfrom Pick up from Dec Dec 21 21NEW 2012 Pick /// 2012 appointments now! Alternate ads on file LOCATION and check our New boutique 491B E. Next to Island Subway, across from Highway Tim Horton’s Next to
491B Subway, E. Island across from Highway Tim Horton’s
le ic Win intfor tefor errSummer! in Shape rvehicle le W VVeehhic RR eeaaddyy!! Y in Shape Winter! oouurvehicle Yyour ettyour GeGet GGet
250-752-1662 250-752-1662
20Hillers HillersRd., Rd.,Qualicum QualicumBeach Beach 20
Q ANIMAL See You HOSPITAL at the
Dress for Les UALICUM Pick up from July 4 / 2013
Coombs Happy Junction! Happy âžš NewYear! Year! New th September 6 752-3622
Petro Memorial Ave Can
Antiques Naked Naturals
Fir St.
Qualicum Animal Hospital
666B Memorial Ave. (next to Naked Naturals) Qualicum Beach •
RQ & R Seniors’ ANIMAL HOSPITAL
QualicumAnimal Animal Hospital UALICUM Qualicum Animal Hospital Qualicum Hospital Pickup upfrom fromDec July21 4 ///SERVICES 2013 Pick up from Dec 21 2012 PHYSIOTHERAPY Pick 2012 • One-to-one physiotherapy assessment and treatment • Only physiotherapy business in Oceanside to work solely with seniors • Focus on mobility/strength/ Petro balance/preventing Memorial Ave Can falls • Focus on maintainingFir St. Antiques in own home, independence Qualicum assisted living or longAnimal term care Naked Naturals Hospital
âžš
250-594-6602 666B Memorial Ave.Service (next to Naked Naturals) Mobile Nanaimo Qualicum Beach QualicumtoBeach • 752-3622 www.seniorsphysio.ca
Gordon D.S. Ball Infinity Gifts for the soul Infinity Gifts Pacific Brimm Pacific Brimm B. Comm., LLB Crystals, Gemstones, Coming Via Email Pickup up fromDec Dec 21//2012 2012 Pick 21 Lawyerfrom & Notary Public Sterling Silver jewellery,
Buddhas, Wall Art, • Wills & Estates Angel/Tarot Cards, Dvd’s, • Family Law Agreements Cd’s, Insence, Beanpod • Enduring Powers of more. Candles and Lots Attorney BringWills this coupon in and • Living receive 20% off instore • Incorporations & 124Agreements Craig St. Parksville BC
250-586-6449 Ph. (250)594-3247 Fax (250)594-3248 gdsball@shaw.ca www.infinitygifts.ca 564 Hazelwood Place, Qualicum Beach
250-248-2121 250-248-2121 Drop-inNail NailService Service Drop-in
Custom Framing • • Custom Framing Display Helping you protect & Display Display Helping you protect & Display most the things that matter the most most the things that matter the most
3-125 McCarter, McCarter, Parksville, Parksville, BC 3-125 250-248-8740 250-248-8740
Arrowsmith Automotive ONE CALL DOESParksville, IT ALL! BC 3-125 McCarter, 3-125 McCarter,
BCAA Authorized 250-248-8740 250-248-8740
1-140 W. 1st Ave., Qualicum Beach • 250-752-3212
Monday-Friday 7:00am to 6:00pm Stonewater Spa & Salon Infinity Gifts www.qualicumphysiotherapyclinic.com Arbutus Coming Via Email Coming Via Email 2 5 0 7 5 2 7 5 2 4 Dental CliniC POOL THERAPY... There’s a story behind every smile, Let us be part of yours...
Wishing you a Merry Christmas Wishing and Happy Holidays from and TRENT NATH DAVE JOE BERT CRAIG Bert TIM Bert & Staff! Supervised by Cory Pahl at Ravensong Aquatic Centre, it is tailored to individual needs and fitness levels, for those wanting to return to an active lifestyle.
Bert and the Boys at Get Arrowsmith Automotive Get Your Vehicle Vehiclewould like to wish Your everyone Winter Winter Stonewatera... Spa & Salon Coming Via Email Ready! SAFE & HAPPY HOLIDAY Ready! GYM THERAPY...Now Accepting New Patients!
To take place at Body Sculptors. Dr. Francis LaCouvÊe arbutusdental@shaw.ca Supervised by Laurie Vanderhoeven: Dr. Mike Rogers arbutusdentalclinic.com • To gain cardiovascular, postural and functional Suite 101-183 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach BC recovery • To safely stretch and strengthen for sport, work or personal goals.
HOUR TOWING LINDA LAURIE 2424 HOUR TOWING 24 HOUR TOWING MCCULLOCH VANDERHOEVEN
JANET HEPENSTALL
250-752-1662 250-752-1662 B.Sc.(P.T.), M.C.P.A., R.C.A.M.T.
B.Sc.R.P.T.
B.S.R., M.C.P.A. Cert. in Acupuncture, IMS Authorized
Authorized Road Service Service Road
Doctor referrals not necessary. Services may be covered by MSP, WCB, ICBC, DVA or extended medical.
20Hilliers Hillers Rd., Rd., 20 Hillers 20 Rd., Qualicum Qualicum Beach Beach
Stonewater & Salon SleepSpa Tech Arbutus Dental Dental Clinic Clinic Sleep Tech Arbutus Arbutus Coming Via Email Pick up fromDec Dec 21 2012 up Dec 21 / 2012 Pick from //2012 Come andup rejuvenate your21 body and soul. 2 5 0Pick -Pick 7 5 2 -up 7 5from 2from 4 DDec e n 21 t a/l2012 CliniC There’s a story behind every smile, Let us be part of yours... With every customized facialParksville this week receive hearing clinic a free eye treatment.... value $25#104 Middleton Ave.
INDOOR PLANTS
Fresh flowers,your centerpieces & Brighten home. arrangements, festive plants and so much Clean the air you breath. more. We deliver throughout Oceanside. Greatworld-wide Selection! We arrange delivery.
Business ofSpa the Week Business of the Week Infinity Gifts • Passport Photos Passport Photos • Qualicum Animal Hospital Stonewater & can Salon You can do it; we help! Coming Via Email Coming Via Email Pick up from July 4 / 2013 Get it done Right! Get it done Right! Full range of physiotherapy. Specializing in sports, orthopaedic, acupuncture, Gunn IMS and • Custom Framing Custom Framing • reconditioning in our Pool & Gym Programs. Helping you protect & Display Helping you protect & Display Automotive Repairs & Towing the things that matter the most the things that matter the most
B.M.R., P.T.
Call these ne Call thesefifine businesses! businesses!
s rks ork wo nw an isa rtis art ls •• a als ica nic tan ota bo •b rs • e w rs o e fl w flo
Passport Photos • • Passport Photos Get it done Right! Get it done Right!
CORY PAHL
A25
Your Blossoms N Such Such Blossoms N Full Service Stonewater Sp Pickup upfrom fromDec July21 4 // 2013 Pick 2012 Florist Coming Via
250-248-8740 250-248-8740
250-248-8740 250-248-8740
24HOUR HOURTOWING TOWING 24
Authorized Authorized RoadService Service Road
Parksville Framing Gallery Parksville Framing Gallery Parksville Framing Dress for LesGallery Pick up from July 4 / 2013 up from from Dec Dec 21 2012 Pick 2012 Pick up July21 4 ///2013
www.pqbnews.com
Full range of
250-248-1155
#2 -102 -102 E. E. Island Island Hwy., Hwy., Parksville Parksville #2
www.blossomsnsuch.net
We deliver deliver We
• Fencing • Siding Weather Wise Wise Weather • Decking • Furniture Pickup upfrom fromDec July21 4 // 2013 Pick 2012 • Rough Lumber • Timber & Beams
1282 Alberni Hwy., Parksville 250-248-9261
Gordon D.S. Ball Gordon Ball Ball Gordon
Full range of physiotherapy. Specializing in Pickup upfrom fromDec July21 4 // 2013 Pick 2012 sports, orthopaedic, acupuncture, Gunn IMS, • Wills & Estates home visits and reconditioning.
B. Comm., LLB Lawyer & Notary Public
LAUrIe VANDerHOeVeN
B.Sc.(P.T.), M.C.P.A., R.C.A.M.T.
• Family Law Agreements • Enduring Powers of Attorney • JANet Living Wills cOry PAHL LINDA B.M.R., P.T. HePeNstALL MccULLOcH B.S.R., M.C.P.A. Incorporations • B.Sc.R.P.T. OWNER & Cert. in Acupuncture, IMS Agreements
www.qualicumphysiotherapyclinic.com
1-140 W. 1st Ave.Fax Qualicum Beach Ph. (250)594-3247 (250)594-3248 250-752-3212 • Monday-Friday 7:00am to 7:00pm gdsball@shaw.ca Doctor referrals not necessary. Services may be covered by MSP, 564 Hazelwood Place, Qualicum WCB, ICBC, DVA or extended medical. Beach
Art WorksDesign Gallery Zelkova Arbutus Coming Via Pick up from DecEmail 21 / 2012
250-752-7524 Dental CliniC
artworx
There’s a story behind every smile, Let us be part of yours... ART WORX GALLERY AND CUSTOM FRAMING The finest West Coast art including Original Oils and Acrylics as well as Masks, Carvings, Prints, Sculptures, Jewelry, Pottery and more... Largest selection of original � Norval Morrisseau’s� on the Island Now Accepting New Patients! OPEN FROM LaCouvÊe 10:00AM TO 5:00PMarbutusdental@shaw.ca • CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY Dr. Francis
701 PRIMROSE QUALICUM BEACH Dr. Mike Rogers STREET, arbutusdentalclinic.com Suite 101-183250-752-7350 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach BC
Tom Thumb Tom Thumb Bobcat
SERVICES Remember to shop locally. We will take care of you!BOBCAT Services Yard Maintenance:
Mon Aug 19/13 - Fri Aug 23/13 with this ad Cannot be combined with any other special
Beach Club Resort, Parksville 250-947-2123 www.stonewaterspa.ca
250 248-6440
physiotherapy. Qualicum Physiotherapy Physiotherapy Qualicum Specializing in Pick up up from from Dec Dec 21 21 2012 Pick // 2012 sports, orthopaedic,
acupuncture, Gunn IMS, home visits and reconditioning.
Pick up from July 4 / 2013
3 Sizes/Mini Excavators & Skidsteers • Ditching Auger Holes • Driveways • Perimeter • Drains • Site Prep Lawn Prep • Debris & Stump Removal • Jack Hammer Concrete Removal & General Yard Clean Up
Qualicum hearing t 0SHBOJDT clinic LAURIe VANDeRHOeVeN
B.Sc.(P.T.), M.C.P.A., R.C.A.M.T.
t &TQSFTTP #2-692 Beach Road t (MVUFO 'SFF 250 752-9250 JANet HePeNStALL
B.S.R., M.C.P.A. Cert. in Acupuncture, IMS
cORy PAHL B.M.R., P.T.
LINDA MccULLOcH B.Sc.R.P.T.
www.qualicumphysiotherapyclinic.com Now family Accepting New Patients! and operated Local owned for 10 Beach years 1-140 W. 1st Ave. Qualicum Dr. Francis LaCouvÊe arbutusdental@shaw.ca 250-752-3212 • Dr. Mike Rogers arbutusdentalclinic.com • DVA Doctor referrals not necessary. accepted. www.pqbhearing.com claims Suite 101-183 Fern Rd W, Qualicum Beach BC
Monday-Friday 7:00am to 7:00pm
Services may be covered by MSP, WCB, ICBC, DVA or extended medical.
t $IFFTFT t .FBUT t 1SPEVDF
DECEMBER .PO 'SJ t BN QN 4BU 4VO t BN QN
Free Estimates: 250-937-1455 %BZT t BN QN JANUARY Up Island Cell 1-250-331-1892 www.tomthumbbobcatservices.com Lower level at Buckley Bay 250-335-1534
2
D
A26
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Whether building a new home or simply adding to your existing home, these are the businesses to contact for the finest in workmanship, quality materials and prompt service. $749,90
0
Royal Lepage Mariane Keilty 1170 Matuka Drive, Nanoose Pick up from PQB News Best of the Best October 3rd 2013
• Incredible home situated in peaceful Rivers Edge on 2.69 acres • 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom home with 3064 sq.ft. • 26’ ceiling, gourmet kitchen, 8’ island and so much more!
makeilty@shaw.ca
www.mariannekeilty.com
MARIANNE KEILTY 250-752-6926 • 1-800-224-5906
Janice Hehr
Pick up• ANIMAL from BEDDING HEATING PELLETS WOOD PELLETS PQB News Best & ofSHAVINGS the Best October 3rd 2013
WE DELIVER
250-757-9232 www.cfmclean.com
5940 West Island Highway, Qualicum Bay
Gatton Masonry andand Bobcat Above Beyond Pick up from PQB News Best of the Best October 3rd 2013
• Bobcat services • Landscape construction • Fully bedded stone, brick and block • Fireplace facing and construction • Exterior patios • Stone floors and stairs • Paving stone and hardscaping • Site Prep • Snow removal
250•228-0516 Morgan Gatton / Owner
www.gattonmasonry.com
Business of the Week
WINTER FENCE ARE THEY SECURE? Ferris Fencing Pick up from PQB News Best of the Best October 3rd 2013
FERRIS FENCING
250-757-9677
430 Grovehill, Qualicum Beach
Supplying all your electric fence needs! info@ferrisfencing.com
www.ferrisfencing.com
THE CLOSET SHOP
Closet Organizers & Shelving Specializing in pantries and rolling Pickshelves up from
Closet Shop
Supply & Installation of postform, 25 Years Serving bevel Edge and Custom Countertops
PQB News Best of the Best
Parksville &CUSTOMERS Qualicum SERVING OUR LocallyFOR Owened &25 Operated OVER YEARS
QUALITY October 3rd 2013 BEHIND Please alternate the same CLOSED on file DOORS
SHOW HOURS -FREE ROOM ESTIMATES-
Monday - Friday VISIT OUR 9am SHOWROOM - 5 pm 32-1499 Huntley Rd, Parksville 32-1499 Huntley Rd, Parksville 250-248-4145 kmcountertops@shaw.ca 250-248-4145
Specializing in metal roofing since 1997 • 40 year manufacturer metal product warranty • 20 year Metal Only! labour warranty • 35 colour options, with matching trim work • Free consultations and estimates WCB Coverage and Fully Insured
Come and visit our Facebook page for more photos and ideas www.facebook.com/MetalOnlyRoofing
Joz Kurucz • 250-730-1740 Old-fashioned service with quality craftsmanship Email a job done right!
My Plumber Coming Via
PLUMBING & heating services • Consulting • Custom Homes • BBQ Boxes • Heating Services • Hot Water Tanks • Fireplaces • Renovations • On Demand Hot Water • Water Filters/Pumps • All Residential Gas Work
Kevin
Mike
250 228-6699 • 250 716-6699
P.O. Box 1243, Parksville
Supplyin& metal Installation of since Postform, Specializing roofing 1997 Bevel Edge and Custom Countertops
• Specializing in metal roofing since 1997 • Based in Port Alberni, serving communities from Tofino to Nanaimo to the Comox Valley • 40 year manufacturer metal product warranty • 20 year Metal Only! labour warranty • 35 colour options, with matching trim work • Chimney cladding and hidden gutters available • Free consultations and estimates WCB Coverage and Fully Insured
SERVING OUR CUSTOMERS FOR OVER 25 YEARS
-FREE ESTIMATESVISIT OUR SHOWROOM
Come and visit our Facebook page for more Parkville photos and ideas 32-1499 Huntley Rd, www.facebook.com/MetalOnlyRoofing
#6 - 2330 McCullough Rd., Nanaimo, Parksville 250-248-4145
250-248-1468 kmcountertops@shaw.ca • www.closetshop.ca Joz1-866-248-1468 Kurucz • 250-730-1740
two ads
#6-2330 McCullough Rd., Nanaimo, Parksville 250-248-1468 1-866-758-3441 • www.closetshop.ca
Cabra Custom Carpentry • New Construction/Renovations • Framing/Foundations • Retaining Walls/Slabs • Interior Exterior Finish • Decks/Patios • Doors/Windows • Siding/Trim • Flooring/Basements
Owner - Graeme McWha
250-240-7620
cabracustoms@gmail.com
HAMILTON THORN CABINETS Coming Via Email Estimates Designs & Plans Cash Back
CABINETS • REFACING • RENOVATIONS 214 Bagshaw Street • sales@qualitycabinets.ca 250-248-4531 www.qualitycabinets.ca
We Have Happy Advertisers! Contact us today. Lori Hague
Grant De Gagne
250-905-0020 lhague@pqbnews.com
Steve Weldon
Linda Adams
250-905-0015
250-905-0023
250-905-0014
gdegagne@pqbnews.com
sweldon@pqbnews.com ladams@pqbnews.com
. 1 , . l
, . s +
) 6 , . :
n . d . .
e . .
d e e l n d r
5 s l
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK
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. 19 FRI. DEC. 20 MILNER GARDENS CHRISTMAS MAGIC
COOMBS COUNTRY OPERA
7pm. Coombs Rodeo 5-8:30pm, Dec 19-22. Grounds. Open stage. Adults A family oriented festival $5, musicians and children of lights& music in the FREE. Info: 250-752-3998 Garden. Last entry 8pm. www.pqbnews.com A31 Santa will be here! http:// OS STROKE RECOVERY TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION www.harbourliving.ca/ 11am-1:30pm. St. Columba AUTO ACCESSORIES/ event/2013-milner-gardensCARS Rd, PARTS Hall, 921 Wembley christmas-magic/2013-12GOODYEAR NORDIC 2009 HONDA Civic EXL 4 Parksville. Bring a lunch. P205/55R16 snow tires & alloy door automatic. Leather heat19/#sthash.enbcOyJC.dpuf rims (4). New. Save $250! Buy ed seats, sun roof. 52,000 km. Kathleen 250-586-6766.
QB SENIORS CENTRE
at $650. (250)722-2295
WINTER TIRES, mounted. 205/70R-15 Champion 96T Ice Pro. $375. (250)758-7145
9am-3pm, Dec. 18-21. Silent Auction/Raffles/Draws AUTO FINANCING MOVIES AT PCCC
BRIDGE CLUB
1-4pm, Lighthouse Community Hall, Nordin Rm. Sheila Steele 250-757-8307
SAT. DEC. 21 SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
10am-12pm, Oceanside Hospice Society, 210 Crescent Rd W, QB, 250752-6227 oceansidehospice.com
QUALICUM BEACH FARMERS MARKET
CASH FOR scrap cars and trucks. Over the phone price quotes. Call (250)954-7592.
8:30am-12:30pm, Veteran’s TRUCKS & VANS Way & Memorial. www. 1998 RANGER 4x4 super cab qbfarmersmarket.com, XLT. V6 standard. Power group. Tow package. No rust, Qbfmmanager@gmail.com good condition, runs great. $4,500 obo. Estate sale. Call 250-240-1233 (250)616-6410.
CARS
FRI. DEC. 20 NANOOSE BAY XMAS BIRD COUNT
DECEMBER 20-24TH
1993 DUTCHMEN 5th Wheel. 26’. Excellent cond, very well maintained. Completely loaded, lots of extras. $4,800 or trade for 8’ camper in same cond. 1 (250)754-7334
GRIEF WALK/GROUP
Nanoose Bay & Lantzville. 2003 TOYOTA 4 Runner LimHosted by Nanoose ited Edition, 251,000 km, excellent condition inside and Naturalists. All welcome. out, recent work, brakes, timing watercounters pump, new Fieldbelt, or feeder belts, winter & summer tires on rims, Rhys front and rear bumper contact Harrison 248re-painted. Blue. $9,750 obo. Call (250)720-1413. 5305.
XMAS DANCE
"59).'Ă–/2Ă–3%,,).' 7:30-10:30pm with the $MBTTJmFE BET BSF “Just Us Dance Bandâ€?, JOFYQFOTJWF BOE XPSL IBSE Parksville Legion, 146 Hirst Ave. W. $10/. 19+ ages. 250-248-5633.
ďŹ l here please
The Society of Organized Services is trying to raise $115,000 to help our community this Christmas. EVERY LITTLE BIT HELPS To donate, visit www.sosd69.com or 250-248-2093
Lantzville
Tree Services
TREE SERVICE
ISA Certified Arborists Tree Trimming Tree Removal Clean-up Arborists Reports FREE ESTIMATES
250-752-4655
Tree Services
MOBILE LOG SPLITTING Frank
Home:
1-800-818-0840 250-586-8285 • Made from 95% recycled materials www.hi-rigger.com • Quick and hi-rigger@shaw.ca
TUE. DEC. 24
THU. DEC. 26
PARKSVILLE TAI CHI
BRADLEY CENTRE SPINNERS
9:30-11:30am, St. Edmund’s Church, $20/ month. Info 250-954-1002.
WED. DEC. 25 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
LADIES BADMINTON 1:30-3pm, Arrowsmith Activity Hall. Looking for new members. Info: Margaret 250-752-1103
SAT. DEC. 21 LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE
7pm, Christ’s Church Oceanside, Nanoose Place, 2925 NW Bay Rd. 250752-2942.
VISIT WITH SANTA
“TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS�
1-2pm, MAC, 133 McMillan Street, Parksville. $5, adults FREE if accompanied by a child. Holiday songs and stories with the children. Marva Blackmore 250-594-3221, marva. blackmore@gmail.com
LIVE MUSIC 7-11pm. IDENTITY CRISIS Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Is. Hwy, Qualicum Beach.
Cell:
easy installation 250-607-7344
SAT. DEC. 21
SUN. DEC. 22
SATURDAY STITCHING
TIM HORTON’S FREE SKATE
1:30-3:30pm, all ages & skills. PV Library. 250-248-3841.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
7:30pm/Doors open 7pm. 1390 Errington Road. Carols, skits & various entertainments for the whole family, with a holiday flavour. Admission by donation. 250-248-5106, ewmhinfo@ gmail.com, www.erringtonhall.bc.ca/events.htm
SUN. DEC. 22 PV LION’S/SAVE-ONFOODS FAMILY SKATE
2-3:30pm, 830 West Is. Hwy/Oceanside Place. Free rentals. recparks@rdn.bc.ca www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation
MON. DEC. 23 1:30-4pm. Ravensong Pool. Santa will be dropping by to say HO, HO, HO. Special rate admission. RDN, 250-7525014, or online at www.rdn. bc.ca/recreation.
OPEN MIC NIGHT
12:15-1:45pm. Free skate/ rentals. Oceanside Place Arena. www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation. 250-248-3252.
7-10pm, The Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Is. Hwy, QB.
PARKSVILLE TAI CHI
BIRD WALKS
9am, Parksville Community Park in the band shelter. On going. FREE. Eva Grodt: 250 954 1002
WINTER SOLSTICE
3:45-6pm. Candlelight Spiral Walk. 3:45-4:45. Dances of Universal Peace: 4:30-6:00 Errington Hall, 1390 Errington Road. www. islandhealing.ca. joanne@ glasswing.com 250-7524816
9am-12pm, Lighthouse Community Hall, Nordin Rm. No need to drive to Nanaimo. Lexi Boekenkruger/building inspector 250-390-6530, 1-877-607-4111. building@rdb.bc.ca, aboekenkruge@rdn.bc.ca
HOLIDAY SWIM
Call or Visit us today!
TENNIS
1-4pm, Springwood Park, every day. Cynthia Sage 250-248-5702. www. arrowsmithtennis.ca
Call today to start delivery of the PQB NEWS, or to schedule your hold and restart dates, before your winter travel.
LAURIE FAIRBANKS Circulation
Phone:
250-905-0017 Email:
circulation@pqbnews.com
TURKEY DINNER WITH TRIMMINGS
4-8pm, Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Island Hwy W. QB, (250) 752-8055. Includes dessert. Reservations required. $19.95
Family Dentistry
New Patients Welcome! Dr. Denny B. Essig DMD 175 Corfield Street Parksville BC
(Across from Thrifty Foods)
www.oceansidedentalcentre.com THURSDAY, DEC. 26 ISSUE TUESDAY, DEC. 31, ISSUE
Delivered Dec. 26 Inside and Out $ Display: Thursday, December 19, 5:00pm Classifieds Display: Thursday, Classifi eds Display: Wednesday, 250-228-6249 e aful r Hav December 19, 5:00pm December 18, 5:00pm de Wonoliday Classifieds Word: Friday, Classifieds Word: Thursday, H ason! e December 20, 3:00pm December 19, 3:00pm S #4-154 Middleton Ave, Parksville • 250.248.4341 pqbnews.com
7:30-10pm, Rotary House, corner Beach & Fern, QB. Adults/Seniors $2.50 p.p. includes snacks. ebfoden@ gmail.com, 250-586-3743.
250-586-4404
DEC. 24 ISSUE EARLY DEADLINES TUESDAY, FIRST 23 Delivered 10 WINDec. DOWS FOR THE HOLIDAY Display: Wednesday, 99 December 18, 5:00pm SEASON Call right now for your FREE ESTIMATE
All services are FULLY INSURED and backed by my 100% SERVICE GUARANTEE. I know that hiring a service company can be a hard decision. I stand behind my work and won’t accept payment until you are 100% satisfied.
10am-1pm, Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Island Hwy W. Qualicum Beach, (250) 752-8055. $10.95 includes coffee or tea.
9am, Parksville Beach Community Park. Neil Robins, 250-954-1928. nmrobins@telus.net, www. thebirdstore.blogspot.com
Ask for Todd ~ Mon-Fri 9am-5pm toddc@slegglumber.com JOEL DUMAS 7187 Lantzville CLEANING Rd. • 250-616-8059 WINDOW The Friendliest, Most Reliable, Meticulous Window and Gutter Service you will ever use.
BREAKFAST BUFFET
Would you like delivery of the PQB NEWS? Getting the PQB NEWS & want to hold your delivery?
TUE. DEC. 24
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!
Window / Gutter Cleaning
10am-2pm, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. Group of handspinners, weavers & knitters. Bring your spinning wheels & lunch. $2 ann. fee & $ 2 each time. Call Dawn Ryan @ 250-248-6575.
COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS DANCE
RDN BUILDING PERMIT
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.
y for your JANUARY SERVICE DIRECTORY SLEGG CONSTRUCTION • Call The News 250-905-0012 TODAY!
MATERIALS LTD.
Tiger Lily Farm. Take a pony-drawn wagon or sleigh ride to visit with Santa. Visit the animals, create a door swag to take home, and dress up in a real-life Nativity scene. 1692 Errington Rd, Errington, www. TigerLilyFarm.ca, Email: info@tigerlilyfarm.ca, Phone: 250-248-2408
SMART MEETING
Society of Organized Services
SLEGG REALTY
TIMBERLINE DANCE
CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY
Dec 14-Dec 24, 826 Island Hwy W, Wembley Mall. Bring your child, pets, even grandma to be professionally photographed.
SOS NEEDS YOUR HELP
Hi-Rigger
WINTER WONDERLAND ON ICE
7pm, Shady Rest Pub. Prizes 3109 Island Hwy, QB. 1993 W. CLASS A WINNEBAGO
23’ Excellent condition. Must be sold. Call 250-752-6484.
1 & 8pm - The Butler and 4 & 6pm The Polar Express. www.parksvillecentre.com
glendasweet.ca
Power group, A/C, garage kept. $14,900. (250)722-3535. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
Personal Real Estate Corporation
Reputable • Courteous • Service Direct: 250.228.4224 • gls@shaw.ca
DECEMBER 13-31
The holiday elves have been busy transforming Oceanside Place Arena into a Winter Wonderland. Special lighting and dÊcor 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.
MUSIC TRIVIA
A27
Delivered Dec. 30 Display: Monday, December 23, Noon Classifieds Display: Monday, December 23, Noon Classifieds Word: Monday, December 23, Noon
THURSDAY, JAN. 2, ISSUE
Delivered Jan. 2 Display: Friday, December 27, 10:00am Classifieds Display: Friday, December 27, 10:00am Classifieds Word: Friday, December 27, 10:00am
Our office will be CLOSED WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, Dec. 25, 26 & WEDNESDAY, JAN. 1, 2014. We will also be CLOSED 2pmTUESDAY, Dec. 24 and 2pm TUESDAY, December 31
Our circulation department will be closed Dec. 24-27. Re-opening Mon., Dec. 30. If you have any stops or restarts for the holiday season, please contact LAURIE FAIRBANKS 250-905-0017 or by email: circulation@pqbnews.com by 3pm Friday, December 20. Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season!
A28
www.pqbnews.com
ONE DAY ONE DAY SALES SALES
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
IN STORE AND AT THEBAY.COM. FREE ONLINE SHIPPING OVER $99 See below for details.
IN STORE AND AT THEBAY.COM. FREE ONLINE SHIPPING OVER $99 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19
40% 40% off
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19
off
Watches by CITIZEN, SEIKO, Watches BULOVA,by TIMEX CITIZEN, SEIKO, and CASIO BULOVA, TIMEX See below for exclusions. and CASIO#1 seller Canada’s See below for exclusions.
of watches Canada’s #1 seller of watches
See below for details.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20
Save $40 $Save $40 99
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20
19 $1999 Regular $60
MICHAEL Regular $60 MICHAEL KORS MICHAEL 100% cotton MICHAEL dress shirtsKORS 100% cotton Exclusively ours Choose assorted dressfrom shirts styles, patterns and collars. Exclusively ours Choose from assorted styles, patterns and collars.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22
Save $440 $Save $440 99
Save $55 $Save $55 99
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21
129 99 129
$
Venture hard-side
SAMSONITE
Venture Venturehard-side hard-side
2-piece luggage set SAMSONITE In black, blue, silver and red.
Venture Regular $570. hard-side 2-piece luggage set Charisma soft-side In black, blue, silver and red. 2-piece Regular $570.luggage set In black, blue, charcoal and red. Charisma soft-side Save $400 Regular $530 2-piece luggage Sale $129.99 (Not shown). set In black, blue, charcoal and red. Save $400 Regular $530 Sale $129.99 (Not shown).
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22
29 99 29
$
Regular $85
Men’s Regular $85 TOMMY Men’s HILFIGER TOMMY 100% cotton HILFIGER sweaters Choose fromcotton solids in crewneck 100% or V-neck and stripes in crewneck. sweaters Choose from solids in crewneck or V-neck and stripes in crewneck.
Be the first to know about our One Day Sales — sign up at thebay.com or follow us on: No rain checks and no price adjustments. No pre-orders or telephone orders. Offer available while quantities last. Cannot be combined with other offers. Selection may vary by store. Savings are off our regular prices unless otherwise specified. See in store for details. Watches exclude CITIZEN style #AT2130-59M. FREE SHIPPING: Receive free standard shipping on a total purchase amount of $99 or more before taxes. Offer is based on merchandise total and does not include taxes or any additional charges. Free standard shipping is applied after discounts and/or promotion code offers. Offer not valid at Hudson’s Bay or any other HBC stores. Additional fees apply for Express or Next Day Shipping. Applies to Canadian delivery addresses only. Excludes: furniture, canoes, patio furniture, patio accessories, barbecues and mattresses.
Be the first to know about our One Day Sales — sign up at thebay.com or follow us on:
No rain checks and no price adjustments. No pre-orders or telephone orders. Offer available while quantities last. Cannot be combined with other offers. Selection may vary by store. Savings are off our regular prices unless otherwise specified. See in store for details. Watches exclude CITIZEN style #AT2130-59M. FREE SHIPPING: Receive free standard shipping on a total purchase amount of $99 or more before taxes. Offer is based on merchandise total and does not include taxes or any additional charges. Free standard shipping is applied after discounts
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, Thursday, December 19, 19,2013 2013
www.pqbnews.com A29 www.pqbnews.com A29
Your community. Your classifieds.
1-855-310-3535 310.3535
TOLL FREE
fax 250.248.4655 email classified@pqbnews.com
$2998 plus tax
BONUS! We will upload your ad to
SELL YOUR STUFF!
Choose any: Black Press Community Newspapers!
(99¢ extra lines) Runs till it sells, up to 8 weeks!
Add any other paper for only $9.99 each +tax
2
Private Party Merchandise Ad 1" PHOTO + 5 LINES
FREE! Ask us for more info.
LEADER PICTORIAL C
O
W
I
C
H
A
N
N
E
W
S
0ARKSVILLE 1UALICUMĂ–.EWS $EADLINES 4UESDAYĂĽ%DITIONĂĽ 8PSE "ET &RIDAYx xPM %JTQMBZ "ET 4HURSDAYx xPM 4HURSDAYĂĽ%DITIONĂĽ 8PSE "ET 7EDNESDAYx xAM %JTQMBZ "ET x4UESDAYx xAM -!*/2ĂĽ#!4%'/2)%3ĂĽ).ĂĽ /2$%2ĂĽ/&ĂĽ!00%!2!.#% &!-),9x!../5.#%-%.43 #/--5.)49x!../5.#%-%.43 42!6%,x #(),$2%.x%-0,/9-%.4 0%23/.!,x3%26)#%3 "53).%33x3%26)#%3x 0%43x x,)6%34/#+ -%2#(!.$)3%x&/2x3!,% 2%!,x%34!4% 2%.4!,3 !54/-/4)6% -!2).%
!'2%%-%.4
)Tx ISx AGREEDx BYx ANYx $ISPLAYx ORx #LASSIÙEDx !DVERTISERx REQUESTINGx SPACEx THATx THEx LIABILITYx OFx THEx PAPERx INx THEx EVENTx OFx FAILUREx TOx PUBLISHx ANx ADVERTISEMENTx SHALLx BExLIMITEDxTOxTHExAMOUNTxPAIDxBYx THEx ADVERTISERx FORx THATx PORTIONx OFx THEx ADVERTISINGx OCCUPIEDx BYx THEx INCORRECTxITEMxONLYxANDxTHATxTHEREx SHALLx BEx NOx LIABILITYx INx ANYx EVENTx BEYONDxTHExAMOUNTxPAIDxFORxSUCHx ADVERTISEMENT x 4HEx PUBLISHERx SHALLx NOTx BEx LIABLEx FORx SLIGHTx CHANGESx ORx TYPOGRAPHICALx ERRORSx THATxDOxNOTxLESSENxTHExVALUExOFxANx ADVERTISEMENT BCCLASSIÙED COMx CANNOTx BEx RESPONSIBLEx FORx ERRORSx AFTERx THEx ÙRSTx DAYx OFx PUBLICATIONx OFx ANYx ADVERTISEMENT x.OTICExOFxERRORSxONx THEx ÙRSTx DAYx SHOULDx IMMEDIATELYx BEx CALLEDx TOx THEx ATTENTIONx OFx THEx #LASSIÙEDx $EPARTMENTx TOx BEx CORRECTEDx FORx THEx FOLLOWINGx EDITION BCCLASSIÙED COMxRESERVESx THExRIGHTxTOxREVISE xEDIT xCLASSIFYxORx REJECTx ANYx ADVERTISEMENTx ANDx TOx RETAINx ANYx ANSWERSx DIRECTEDx TOx THEx BCCLASSIÙED COMx "OXx 2EPLYx 3ERVICEx ANDx TOx REPAYx THEx CUSTOMERxFORxTHExSUMxPAIDxFORxTHEx ADVERTISEMENTxANDxBOXxRENTAL
$)3#2)-).!4/29 ,%')3,!4)/.
!DVERTISERSx AREx REMINDEDx THATx 0ROVINCIALx LEGISLATIONx FORBIDSx THEx PUBLICATIONxOFxANYxADVERTISEMENTx WHICHx DISCRIMINATESx AGAINSTx ANYx PERSONxBECAUSExOFxRACE xRELIGION x SEX x COLOUR x NATIONALITY x ANCESTRYx ORxPLACExOFxORIGIN xORxAGE xUNLESSx THEx CONDITIONx ISx JUSTIÙEDx BYx Ax BONAx ÙDEx REQUIREMENTx FORx THEx WORKxINVOLVED
#/092)'(4
#OPYRIGHTx AND ORx PROPERTIESx SUBSISTx INx ALLx ADVERTISEMENTx ANDx INx ALLx OTHERx MATERIALx APPEARINGx INx THISx EDITIONx OFx BCCLASSIÙED COM x 0ERMISSIONx TOx REPRODUCEx WHOLLYxORxINxPARTxANDxINxANYxFORMx WHATSOEVER x PARTICULARLYx BYx Ax PHOTOGRAPHICx ORx OFFSETx PROCESSx INxAxPUBLICATIONxMUSTxBExOBTAINEDx INxWRITINGxFROMxTHExxPUBLISHER x!NYx UNAUTHORIZEDxREPRODUCTIONxWILLxBEx SUBJECTxTOxRECOURSExINxLAW
!DVERTISEĂĽACROSSĂĽ 6ANCOUVERĂĽ)SLANDĂĽ INĂĽTHEĂĽ ĂĽBEST READĂĽCOMMUNITYĂĽ NEWSPAPERS /.ĂĽ4(%ĂĽ7%"
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
IN MEMORIAM
INFORMATION
INFORMATION
LOST AND FOUND
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
HELP WANTED
LOST CAT- DEC 1 near Riverbend Campsite area. Short hair gray Tabby. 4 white paws. Please call 250-9541960 if you see it.
INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. SignUp Online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
HELP WANTED
SLEGG Construction Materials Ltd. Lantzville location. Full time position avail. for shipper. Prev exp req’d. Valid D/L. Building material knowledge an asset. Resumes accepted Mon-Fri (8-8:30) Attn: Shawn /Tony
GENERAL LABOURERS
THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: •Heavy Duty Mechanics •Feller Buncher •Boom man •Chasers •Hooktenders •Grapple Yarder Operators •Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers •Hydraulic Log Loader Operators •Processor Operators •Hand Buckers •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.
BRUCE BUTLER It’s been seven years, always in my thought’s, forever in my heart.
Love Your Sister, Carole.
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING EVENTS BRADLEY CENTRE “BIG CHRISTMAS DANCE� Dec 20 7:30 - 10:30 pm. Dan Hughes Band playing for you.
DID YOU KNOW? BBB provides complaint resolution services for all businesses and their customers. Look for the 2013 BBB Accredited Business Directory E-edition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at www.blackpress.ca. You can also go to http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2013 BBB Accredited Business Directory IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, that’s your business. Want to STOP, we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous. 1-800-883-3968
WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassiďŹ ed.com
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
DEATHS
DEATHS
Anne Pateman June 16, 1917 - December 5, 2013
Anne Pateman (nee Stark) passed away peacefully at the age of 96 after a long and happy life. Predeceased by her husband Hal, she is survived by her loving children Don (Maureen), John (Annie), Joy, five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. The family wishes to especially thank the wonderful staff at The Gardens in Qualicum Beach where she she spent her last few years.
NEW to the area? Call for your FREE package of info, gifts & greetings. Bev: 250-248-4720 PV Ann: 250-248-3390 QB Pat: 250-248-7119 PV The most Famous Baskets in the World! www.welcomewagon.ca
Parksville Qualicum
Community Foundation
parksvillequalicum foundation.com
4/0Ă–,/#!,Ă–*/"3
CRAFT FAIRS
CRAFT FAIRS
January 1, 1920 – November 30, 2013
My Bill was born in Leamington, Ontario and grew up there and in the Hamilton, Burlington area. By trade, he was a projectionist for many years. He was also a letter carrier for over 20 years in the Burlington Post Office. Bill leaves many friends and relatives in Newfoundland, Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia and USA. He was a well-respected member of the Masonic Lodge. We were married in 1974 and came to Vancouver Island in 1992 to settle happily in Qualicum Beach. A special thank you to Dr. Waite for his care of both of us through the ups and downs of our lives; to Trillium Lodge for getting residents involved and giving encouragement along with hugs and understanding; and to the Nanaimo Hospital for their calm, dignified manner which helped us to accept the last days of Bill’s life. So sleep well Trilly and I’ll see you in the morning. Much love – your girl Jean. Cremation has taken place at Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens. An interment service will be held at a later date, officiated by Pastor Allan Walker and Chaplain Ray Smit of the Qualicum Beach Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, please consider honouring Bill’s memory with a gift to a charity of your choice.
Call 24Hr. Free Recorded Message 1-888-213-2854
.EWĂ–*/"3Ă–POSTEDĂ–DAILY
#,!33)&)%$Ă–!$3Ă–7/2+ $BMM
email: pcfc@shaw.ca Tel: 250-752-7202
Christmas Craft
*
* * Fairs ** *
MOUNTAIN MIST CRAFT/PLANT & GIFT
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR Homemade Craft Items Ornaments Christmas Wreaths Swags and Centrepieces Scarves. Jewellery. etc.
10:00am - 2:00pm Daily
A memorial service and celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
Broadley, William Joseph
• Labourers • Tradesmen • Class 1 Drivers
“Building Vibrant Communities�
*
OIL & GAS INDUSTRY GUARANTEED Job Placement
*
1030 BELLEVUE ROAD
PLACES OF WORSHIP
PLACES OF WORSHIP
Christ’s Church Oceanside Anglican Network in Canada
CHRISTMAS SERVICES at
Nanoose Place
“THE LONGEST NIGHTâ€? - Sat. Dec. 21• 7pm NINE LESSONS & CAROLS - Sun. Dec. 22 • 7pm CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE - Tues. Dec. 24 • 7pm CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE - Sat. Dec. 21 at 7pm For more info call 250-752-2942 www.christschurchoceanside.org
Check out our
RED HAT SECTION!
LEGALS
LEGALS
15th Anniversary
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
DEATHS
DEATHS
NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS RE: The Estate of
PETER LAWRENCE CRADDOCK Deceased, formerly of #15-250 W. 1st Ave., Qualicum Beach, BC
DAVID SCOTT PRYKE BA (University of London, Eng) M.Sc (Purdue University)
May 13, 1932 – December 8, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of David Scott Pryke. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Shelagh and his four children, Nigel, Janet, Peter (Eileen) and Susan (Craig); his grandchildren Christopher, Ryan, Trevor, Shaune, Acalli, Kimani, Naomi, and Manuel. Along with his brother Ted (Janet) and sister June (John) in England as well as extended family and friends in British Columbia, Ontario, England and Australia. David was an Industrial Arts and Design teacher in Cambridge, England, Stratford, Ontario and Qualicum Beach, BC. His passion was the ocean and spent many a day out on his boat, The Ceekew One. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the BC Lung Association at www.bc.lung.ca or the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation at www.franklloydwright.org.
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.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS
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 estate’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
A30 www.pqbnews.com www.pqbnews.com
2013 The Thursday, December 19, 2013, TheParksville ParksvilleQualicum QualicumBeach BeachNews News PERSONAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
FINANCIAL SERVICES
HOUSEHOLD SERVICES
FURNITURE
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
QUEEN MATTRESS & BOX. New in plastic. Pillowtop. Only $200. (250)713-9680
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
WORK WANTED
OFFICE SUPPORT CLERK
WANTED F/T Cook at SUSHI DEN Rest. 609 Abbott St. Vancouver. 2 yrs. exp., high school diploma. wage: $2240/mth. 40hrs/wk. Apply: sushiden94@gmail.com duties: cook Japanese meal, plan menu, create item. Staff training.
EXPERIENCED TILE setter looking for work. Quality work at competitive prices! For a estimate call Brandon: 250618-4073 or email: mrb832@gmail.com
HOUSECLEANING, LAWN and garden care, home organizing and winterizing. Experienced, trustworthy, reliable, thorough. Contact Susan goodlifehousecare@gmail.com Call 250-228-2718.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
EVENCE Ltd is a furniture supply company and we are looking for an administrative assistant for our busy office. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail and good interpersonal skills. Duties include but are not limited to data entry, reception and production administration. The Successful candidate will: -Have strong analytical and communication skills, -Be a self-starter who is able to work with minimal supervision, -Have a sound knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Candidates with more than 2 years experience will be given preference.Salary is very attractive with other benefits attached. Please forward resume and cover letter to tass@offurntre.com for consideration. PROFESSIONAL/ MANAGEMENT
CLEANING SERVICES
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.
ALL CLEAN House Cleaners. Exp. Reliable & Insured. Please Call: 250-668-4642 or email: info@allclean4you.ca
ASTONISHING PAINTING CO. Residential/Commercial/Repainting. 25 yrs. experience. Call Mike 250-248-8569
~Happy Holidays~
WINTER SPECIAL
HOBBIES & CRAFTS
NOW HIRING Western Products Inc. Inc. is an isintegrated Canadian forest products WesternForest Forest Products an integrated Canadian forest company on Vancouver that is committed safety of productslocated company located onIsland Vancouver Island thattoisthe committed our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the results. discipline to achieve results.
Community Inclusion Manager
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
J. Garnons Williams Ltd. is seeking the most skilled and experienced applicant to fill a full time Community Inclusion Management position. Compensation to be negotiated. More information is available on our website: jgarnonswilliams.com or call Judy Williams at 250-390-5056
WOODS FOREMAN
PERSONAL SERVICES
We thethefollowing openings: Wecurrently currentlyhave have following openings:
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC (North Island)
MILLWRIGHT (TQ) (Chemainus)
(Campbell River) (Port McNeill )
Detailed job postings can be viewed at
http://www.westernforest.com/business-value/our-people-employment/careers s WFP offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit 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
MEDICAL HEALTH KIM’S PROFESSIONAL Mobile foot care nurse. Serving Nanaimo to Qualicum Beach. (250)752-7554, (250)741-6970
#,!33)&)%$3Ă–7/2+
Ă–Ă– CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS www.localwork.ca HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
UP QMBDF ZPVS BE UPEBZ
MOVING & STORAGE 2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)951-0010.
PAINTING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Experienced Housekeeper w/excellent references. Now accepting new clients. Call Sandi 250-927-2449
COMPUTER SERVICES AL’S COMPUTER HELP. Reasonable rates, mobile service. References available. Call 250-951-4633
BUYDENS Computer Services Offering PC Repair and Personal Tutoring From Nanoose to Deep Bay
Call Kevin 250-240-7372
DRYWALL DRYWALL PAINTING Retextured ceilings. Call a pro, small jobs OK. 250-954-1859.
HELP WANTED
Job Posting - Homeless Outreach Worker SCOPE AND LEVEL DEFINITION As part of an interdisciplinary, interagency team this position works to assist clients with mental, developmental, physical disabilities, and/or addictions to live successfully in the Oceanside/Parksville Community by supporting the search for housing. Provides a variety of day-to-day emotional, and social supports, advocacy, life skills assistance, information, and referral to other resources. This position must be able to work in a recovery-oriented way, focusing on strengths while considering barriers and maintain a balance between client needs and developing relationships with area landlords and service providers. QUALIFICATIONS • Diploma in Community Social Services • Class IV Driver’s Licence • Certificates in CPR, First Aid, • Recovery-based education and understanding of Concurrent Disorders (mental illness and addictions) • Recent related experience of two years or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position • Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing • Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients • Ability to analyze and resolve problems • Conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills • Advocacy Skills • Have access to a vehicle • Strong knowledge of the Oceanside Parksville Community Remuneration is on an hourly rate ranging between $20.11 to $21.83
PETS PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING in my home. Safe, loving environment. No cages. 7day to long term stay. Limited space. 250-740-5554
ANTIQUES/VINTAGE
APPLIANCES
ANGIE’S ANGELS. Affordable House Cleaning. Great Rates, Free Estimates. Ask for Angie @ 250-752-2120 Fully Bonded
FUEL/FIREWOOD COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).
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. MOVING SALE. Complete queen-size bedroom set. $600. Matching oval glass top tables (two) $150. Matching 3-seat sofa & armchair $450. 250-586-7655, French Creek.
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
SPORTING GOODS
today for more details.
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 CHESS SET (Antique), 1960’s Mod Depose, imported from Italy. Can email photos. $500. Barb 250-594-5543 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.
DOUBLE ELECTRIC Bed, with remote control, headboard & mattress. Exc. cond. $1000. (250)751-7941, Nanaimo. DOWNSIZING; Collectors 4 porcelain dolls, Pen Delfin plate, 5x7 carpet, 2 lamps, 3 English plates, Ken Christmas print, star bucks world mugs (14oz). Call 250-586-5528. DOWNSIZING Makita 12� planer-jointer Hand & Electric Tools Snooker/Billiard Slate Table Mahogany 4 Gun Rack & gear China/Crystal & punch bowl 91 Explorer, 2 briefcases Child’s 4 pce kitchen playset Wine Corboy Lifter Hardwood African Carvings Tooled Saddle, Mens jewellry Small Compressor Walnuts, Garlic & Squash And more! 250-248-4495 ELECTRICAL GENERATOR: Homelite model, 2500watt. $250. (250)713-6653
FIREFLY
SNOWBOARD
Forum Bindings, Forum Boots (Ladies Size 6). Brand New! Used twice on the Bunny Hill! $250 obo. (250)591-8959
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
LIKE NEW, Lady Jazz golf clubs with 2 hybrids, new golf bag, and used cart $200. Call (250)756-4626.
29 ROYAL DOLTON Dolls, Ashley, Office Furniture ($2500),Robert Bateman Print, & Bev Doolittle Print, 64� Tall Floor Centurion Safe. Call 250-228-1362
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
2 fridge’s $70 each. 1 stove, $50. 1 Kenmore Dryer with new motor. Needs heat element. Open to offers for all 4. 250-752-0169 44 CLIVE CUSSIER adventure books, 13 hardcover, 31 paperbacks. Great condition. $225. Barb 250-594-5543 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.
Looking For Staff? Start Here. Call 1-855-678-7833
AUSTRALIAN THEMED Christmas Light Display- 6 White Boomers, Emu, Platypus, Koala, Santa and sleigh, $500 obo. (250)756-6125.
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251
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).
HOUSEHOLD SERVICES
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
FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
DON the HANDYMAN
WAYNE’S HAUL-AWAY. Will haul away unwanted whatever. Mowing & shovelling snow. Bondable, Call 250-752-1639.
Hosted by Karen’s Transitions Made Simple www.transitionsmade simple.com
Sales & Service.
FREE ITEMS
HAUL AWAY Junk, furniture, garden, yard waste & wood. Free Estimates.250-240-1116.
Antiques, Vilas, furniture, linens, household, original art, Gucci purses, garden and lots more!
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES
HANDYPERSONS
HAULING AND SALVAGE
Thurs, Dec. 19th, 12-3pm. Fri., Dec. 20th, 10-1pm. Sat., Dec. 21st, 10-2pm.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
GARDENING
WES-COAST YARDBIRDS. Gardens, Yard Clean-up, Hauling. Pressure Washing, Irrigation, Carpentry. Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444.
QUALICUM BEACH: Moving Sale; 488 Hall Rd.
PETS
VIDEO GAMES WE $Buy$ Sell Trade. Ralfs Collectibles, 182 East Island Hwy. WedSun, 11-5pm. 250-937-7200
STILL TIME. Pruning, Fruit & Ornamentals. Winter & Spring yard clean-up. Over 25 years exp. Call Ted (250)228-6682.
GARAGE SALES
Cane Corso X American Bulldog Puppies for sale.$150 obo. Born Oct 2,250-752-9409
Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Reno & Repair Specialist. 30 years of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB
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
Please reply with full resume to anne.hodge@cmha.bc.ca by December 30th, 2013.
POIRIER PAINTING: Residential / Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, WCB, Call Dan at #250240-3528.
SHERATON DINING chairs (5), $400; Piecrust coffee table, $150; Queen Anne bench, $150; 2 Occasional chairs, $150. (250)390-2805
QUALITY GARDEN SHEDS Gazebos, pergolas, follies, greenhouses, studios, storage & more. Call 250-951-0855
Thursday, December 19, The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, 19,2013 2013
www.pqbnews.com A31 www.pqbnews.com A31
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
FOR SALE BY OWNER
APARTMENT/CONDO
HOMES FOR RENT
SEASONAL ACCOMMODATION
AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
CARS
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 DOWNTOWN2 bdrm w/office, 1 bath, 1000 sq ft, beautifully landscaped yrd, garage, N/S, pets upon approva. $1050+ hydro+ pet deposit is req’d. Avail Jan 1. Call (250)248-3734 days. (250)947-5426 evenings.
PARKSVILLE- Jan 1 to Mar. 31, 2014, 55+ patio style, 1 bdrm+ den, fully furnished, 900sq ft, nice condition. NS/NP. Refs. $450. Call (250)586-6673.
GOODYEAR NORDIC P205/55R16 snow tires & alloy rims (4). New. Save $250! Buy at $650. (250)722-2295
2009 HONDA Civic EXL 4 door automatic. Leather heated seats, sun roof. 52,000 km. Power group, A/C, garage kept. $14,900. (250)722-3535.
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)
REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS
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
PARKSVILLESPACIOUS “Windsor Court� 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.
MOBILE HOMES & PARKS 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
1bdrm $450 NS/NP.
Available now
Call 1-250-594-3004 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.
FOR SALE BY OWNER
1 bdrm Apt downtown Parksville $700/mo. Heat & h/w incl’d. Quiet, clean apt bldg, suite has new carpet,paint & appl. In-suite storage. Coin laundry in bldg. N/S, NP & ref’s req’d. Call 250-248-8874 hirstapartments@gmail.com ERRINGTON- 1BED. Private entry suite. $500/mo plus util. References req’d. Call : 250-954-0191
MOILLIET MANOR 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 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
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
NEWER 1,000 SQ FT, 2 BEDROOM APT ABOVE TREE’S RESTAURANT LOCATED BY THE CO-OP ON THE ALBERNI HWY, PARKSVILLE $800 PER MONTH. 250-954-9547 PARKSVILLERENO’D 2 bdrm Apt, free storage & parking, quiet bldg, heat/hot water included. Avail now. $815. Call 250-248-3350.
QUALICUM BEACHFRONT 1 bdrm, furnished suite, bright. Available until May. NS/NP. $795 inclds utils/internet. Call 250-757-8682, 250-752-9252. QUALICUM BEACH Oceanfront, 1 bdrm condo, fully furnished w/all amenities incl’d. Short term lease. $2000/mo. Call 250-752-3813.
COTTAGES PARKSVILLE: LUXURY all seasons cottage. Indoor pool, hottub. Fully furn, 3 bdrm, 2 bath beside Rathtrevor Beach. 250-334-9443, 250-792-0174
MOBILE HOMES & PADS 2 BDRM mobile, nestled in the tree’s, 1000 sqft, 2 mins from Parksville. W/D, F/S, no dogs, no parties. Ref’s req’d. $700. Avail now. Call 250-951-9886. 2 bedroom trailer for rent on Alberni hwy, Parksville B.C. $600 to $750 per month. 250954-9547 ERRINGTON: 2 bdrm, 5 appliances, N/S, N/P, 4k from Parksville, $750/mo, incls hydro. Ref’s Req’d. Avail. now. Call 250-228-7237.
HOMES FOR RENT COOMBS: 2 bdrm, bright newly reno’d. 5 appls, F/P, fenced yard. RV parking, pets neg. N/S. 10 min. to PV or QB. $850 + util. Ref req’d. Call 250-248-6584 ERRINGTON: 1 bdrm, 700 sqft, 4 appl’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 incld’d. 403-278-6857.
3-!,,Ă–!$3Ă– '%4Ă– #*(Ă–2%35,43
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. 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. 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.
RENT YOUR HOME! Owner & Tenant Management Services Nanoose to Bowser View current rentals On our website: www.remax-ďŹ rst-bc.ca 250-248-1071 1-888-243-1071 propmgmt@remax-ďŹ rstbc.ca Ron Limer Managing Broker Val Lambert Property Manager
101-897 W. Island Hwy Parksville, B.C., V9P 2E9
RV PADS
SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING 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.
RV’S SET up on pads starting$400. Cable & inter-net incld. Rent or Rent to Own. 5 mins to Parksville. (250)954-1355.
Handyperson
Renovations
Home Maintenance Interior / Exterior
PR LRENOVATING L O A
Renos, Decks, Complete int/ext Finishing, Flooring, Tiles, Painting Int/Ext & Landscaping Lighting. 35 yrs Experience. Semi Retired.
Call Lou
250-248-7044
& PAINTING INC.
“You name it ... we can do it.� Professional Home & Business Renovations & Improvements
•Renovations/Additions/Repairs •Custom Bathrooms & Kitchens •Interior/Exterior Painting • Tiling & All Flooring •Window & Door Installations •Decks & Fences •Hardiplank & Vinyl Siding •General Contracting/Consulting
Free Estimates
Dave: 250-954-8650
Lawn & Garden
YARD • Fall clean-up • Shrub removal • Trimming • Leaves • Haul away Call Don at
250-752-2064
>> 5 in. K-Style Seamless Gutter >> T-Rex™ Ultra-Durable Fastening System >> Gutter Clean System™ Leaf Guard Like us on facebook
>> Gutter Installation, Maintenance and Repair >> Soffit Installation Repair >> Siding Installation
250 240-4837
wilsonsgutter@gmail.com
www.wilson-exteriors.com
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
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.
AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
4 ALL season tires, 195/60/15 Yokohamas (no rims). Less then 10,000 km. $250. Email for more info to: hel2012@telus.net
1998 RANGER 4x4 super cab XLT. V6 standard. Power group. Tow package. No rust, good condition, runs great. $4,500 obo. Estate sale. Call (250)616-6410.
2003 TOYOTA 4 Runner Limited Edition, 251,000 km, excellent condition inside and out, recent work, brakes, timing belt, water pump, new belts, winter & summer tires on rims, front and rear bumper re-painted. Blue. $9,750 obo. Call (250)720-1413.
"59).'Ă–/2Ă–3%,,).' $MBTTJmFE BET BSF JOFYQFOTJWF BOE XPSL IBSE
SOS NEEDS YOUR HELP
ďŹ l here please
The Society of Organized Services is trying to raise $115,000 to help our community this Christmas. EVERY LITTLE BIT HELPS To donate, visit www.sosd69.com or 250-248-2093
Society of Organized Services
Get ready for your JANUARY SERVICE DIRECTORY • Call The News 250-905-0012 TODAY!
Gardening
Tree Services
BETTER LAWN Hi-Rigger & YARD CARE Yard Clean-Up
Hedge & Shrub Trimming Fence Installation & Repair
On Vacation?
Let us look after your property. HOUSESITTING SERVICES OFFERED Fully Licensed & Insured
(work) 250-240-3459 (home) 250-586-8588
Installers
Tree Removal
25 Yrs Exp
FULL INSURANCE
Specializing in Cedar Fencing Custom Fencing, Installation & Repairs Built to Suit • Garden Sheds Custom Gates • Panels • Arbours t-albanese@hotmail.com
www.agtreeservice.ca
TRUCKS & VANS
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.
T&RFence
250-714-8454
CASH FOR scrap cars and trucks. Over the phone price quotes. Call (250)954-7592.
SUITES, LOWER
AG
Falling - Topping Pruning - Shrubs Hedges – Fruit Trees Brush Chipping Stump Grinding
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
CARS
Fencing
Service
1993 CLASS A WINNEBAGO 23’ Excellent condition. Must be sold. Call 250-752-6484.
250-248-7100.
Tree Service
Tree
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
1993 DUTCHMEN 5th Wheel. 26’. Excellent cond, very well maintained. Completely loaded, lots of extras. $4,800 or trade for 8’ camper in same cond. 1 (250)754-7334
MORE SPACE FOR LESS Storage Containers Currently available: 8’ x 20’ $105. + taxes. Open storage for RVs, cars, boats, trailers: $40. + taxes for first 20’ $2 each additional foot.
TRANSPORTATION
PARKSVILLE AREA- Spacious RV site in the woods. $440./mo. utils incld’d. Call (250)927-5623.
AUTO FINANCING
STORAGE
SERVICE DIRECTORY
Gutters & Downspouts
NANAIMO 3 HOUSES. Gorgeous Ocean & City views. Easy to buy. Reasonable Down! Owner will carry mortgage. 250-753-0160
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.
MAINTENANCE
LADYSMITH: SEMI-OCEANFRONT 6.5 treed acres, 2600 ft. 3bdrm home. Water view every from every room. $419,000. (250)245-8950
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
QUALICUM: 1 bdrm apt w/ocean view, parking at the door. $700/mo inclds heat, light, water. Avail now. Call 250-752-3333.
WINTER TIRES, mounted. 205/70R-15 Champion 96T Ice Pro. $375. (250)758-7145
FREE QUOTES IN THE PARKSVILLE/QUALICUM AREA
250-951-6289
TREE SERVICE
ISA Certified Arborists Tree Trimming Tree Removal Clean-up Arborists Reports FREE ESTIMATES
250-752-4655
Tree Services
MOBILE LOG SPLITTING Frank
1-800-818-0840 www.hi-rigger.com hi-rigger@shaw.ca
Home:
250-586-8285 Cell:
250-607-7344
Window / Gutter Cleaning
JOEL DUMAS WINDOW CLEANING The Friendliest, Most Reliable, Meticulous Window and Gutter Service you will ever use.
All services are FULLY INSURED and backed by my 100% SERVICE GUARANTEE. I know that hiring a service company can be a hard decision. I stand behind my work and won’t accept payment until you are 100% satisfied.
FIRST 10 WINDOWS Inside and Out
99
$
Call right now for your FREE ESTIMATE
250-228-6249
A32
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
FINAL FINAL 5 DAYS 5 DAYS
F r i d a y , D e c e m b e r 2 0 t o Tu e s d a y , D e c e m b e r 2 4 F r i d a y , D e c e m b e r 2 0 t o Tu e s d a y , D e c e m b e r 2 4
TO SHOP FOR CHRISTMAS TO SHOP FOR CHRISTMAS
50%–65% OFF 50%–65% OFF FASHION, CHRISTMAS DECOR,
FASHION, CHRISTMAS DECOR, MATTRESSES, LUGGAGE and more MATTRESSES, LUGGAGE and more See in store for details.
50% off fine jewellery 50% off fine jewellery Plus, take an
See in store for details.
Until Tuesday, Dec. 24 Receive a Dec. Until Tuesday, 24 $
with any tender
Receive a $10 $10 Beauty Savings Card10 $10 Beauty Savings Card
Redeemable on your next cosmetics or purchase fra
with any tender
extratake 20%anoff Plus, Fine jewellery when you use your Hudson’s Bay MasterCard extra or Hudson’s20% Bay Creditoff card
®
® Includes diamond, gemstone, pearluse and your gold jewellery. See below for details. Fine jewellery when you Hudson’s Bay MasterCard or Hudson’s Bay Credit card
of $75 or mo THURSD re before tax grance AY, DECE MBER 12 es. TO TUES DAY, DECE MBER 24, 2013 Redeemable on your next cosmetics or purchase fra
of $75 or mo THURSD re before tax grance AY, DECE MBER 12 es. TO TUES DAY, DECE MBER 24, 2013
When you spend $50 or more on cosmetics or fragrances in store or at thebay.com.* When you spend $50 or more on cosmetics or fragrances in store or at thebay.com.*
. .m a 8 t a y l r a e n e p o stores 1 2 . c e d . , y .m a a d 8 r u t t a a y s l r d a n e a n 0 e 2 p . to s , dreVeic yo at urs. frids om for extended ho c . y 1 2 sit heba . c e d , y a d r u t a s d n a 0 . t2 friday, dec extended hours. s i t h e b a y. c o m f o r
Includes diamond, gemstone, pearl and gold jewellery. See below for details.
Vi
Shop in store and at thebay.com Savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specified. See store for details. *Before taxes. One savings card per transaction. While quantities last. Savings card is redeemable in store until December 24, 2013, and cannot be combined with any other coupons, discounts or promotional offers. Fine jewellery excludes Ivanka Trump, Charriol and Judith Ripka. HUDSON’S BAY CREDIT BONUS: Certain exclusions apply. See in store for details. Hudson’s Bay, Hudson’s Bay Credit, hbc.com and their associated designs are trademarks of Hudson’s Bay Company. Credit is extended by Capital One Bank (Canada Branch). Capital One® is a registered trademark of Capital One Financial Corporation. MasterCard and the MasterCard brand mark are registered trademarks of MasterCard International Incorporated. All marks used under licence. All rights reserved.
Shop in store and at thebay.com
Savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specified. See store for details. *Before taxes. One savings card per transaction. While quantities last. Savings card is redeemable in store until December 24, 2013, and cannot be combined with any other coupons, discounts or promotional offers.
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
Sports &Rec
A33
Do you have local sports news? contact: Tyson Taylor, Sports Reporter email: sports@pqbnews.com phone: 250-951-3809
www.pqbnews.com
Mixed Martial arts
Machete takes first fight unanimously Local fighter Marco Viedas won what he hopes was the first of many MMA matches to come
T yson Taylor
sports@pqbnews.com
Marco “Machete” Viedas triumphed in his first official mixed martial arts fight. Viedas carved out a victory by unanimous decision at Battlefield Fight League 26 inside the Hard Rock Casino in Coquitlam on Dec. 7 in what he hopes is the first of many MMA fights to come. Viedas, 19 and a Ballenas graduate, was up against Rafael Escobar, a talented Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fighter out of Coquitlam. Taking place in the Bantamweight division, Viedas came out of the gates a little too excited according to his manager and long time coach Brett Fee. “Marco came out of the gate a little too over zealous and with his hands a little too low he got caught a few times with some punches early on in the fight,” said Fee. Once Viedas settled down he started to take over the fight in the first round, landing a take down and gaining dominant position over Escobar. However, near the end of the first round, Viedas was almost caught in an arm bar submission but was able to come out of the round unscathed thanks to some good defense. Round one ended up being
tyson taylor photo
Coaches Brock Fee (left) and Brett Fee (right) with Marco “Machete” Viedas after winning his MMA debut at Battlefield Fight League 26.
scored in favor of Escobar. Knowing he was behind on the scorecard, “Machete” came out much more composed in the second round and began to really take the fight over at this point. In the final two rounds, Viedas was a perfect five for five in his takedowns and spent the majority of those two rounds
controlling the fight on the ground. With the fight going to a decision, all three judges scored the bout 29 – 28 in favour of Viedas, handing him his first victory in his first MMA fight. “I’m very proud of him for getting to this point. He’s a young fighter and has so much to learn, but he is doing his best
to do everything right, from his diet to his training and to his rest, Marco takes it very seriously,” Fee said. Viedas is an instructor at the Parksville Taekwondo School, where Fee said, “his students love him.” He said he is excited after his first bout and everything he was able to accomplish leading up to that first fight. “It’s been great having some of the awesome sponsors behind me,” Viedas said. “Island Surf Co., Siege Consulting, Ocean City Tattoos and Riptide Graphics have all helped me out. Having them as sponsors is huge, especially as an amateur right now because I don’t make money with the fights, it helps with being able to get my proper nutrition and get to train the ways that I need to, they really help me out big time.” Coming away from his first fight without any injuries, Viedas is back and ready to resume training in preparation for the next fight, which could happen at anytime. “You just never really know. At this point, because I’m just starting out, you have to be ready to fight whenever you have the chance to fight.”
vijhl hockey
Generals practice hard for Storm rematch T yson Taylor
sports@pqbnews.com
After their loss Saturday night, coach Dan Lemmon said his Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals needed to play with more discipline. The players seemed to get that message received loud and clear when they took to the ice for Monday night’s practice ahead of Friday’s rematch with the Campbell River Storm. “Staying out of the box is going to be key,” said captain Travis Flug, a 19-year-old from Parksville who leads the team in scoring. “We need to play with more discipline and that’s something we have to do together as a team.”
tyson taylor photo
Generals forward Jonah Pearson (11) fires one on Liam Giroux as Wyatt Petryshen watches on at practice Monday night.
Last Saturday night at Oceanside Place against the Storm, the
WINTER TIRE $19 95 Change Over
per tire
Join us on Facebook!
pqbnews.com
Merry Christmas
SNOW TIRES $
69
95
from all of us at Brigadoon!
($2 extra for Stick-On weight)
Parksville Service Petro Canada
359 Martindale Rd., Parksville
250-248-4745
Automobile repairs & service
431 E. Island Hwy. PARKSVILLE
See the Facebook icon on the top left of the page.
According to Flug, Head Coach Dan Lemmon has been encouraging the team to play more of a physical game, especially when it comes to the forecheck. “He’s been talking about toughness,” said Flug. “First guy in needs to have a hit, second guy needs to either take the puck or have another hit to get position. When we’re hitting them, the defence is backing off and giving up the puck but when we don’t they just skate right through us and that can lead to odd numbers and scoring chances if we aren’t doing our job.” See generalS, page A35
Merry Christmas
Go to
Huge Selection of Starting at
Generals trailed 3-2 in the third period but two empty net goals
from Campbell River made it a 5-2 final. Campbell River enjoyed 14 power play chances that night and outshot the Generals 42-23. Gens goaltender Evgeuni Makarski was able to keep the Generals in it with some big saves when they needed them. Discipline was quite the theme following the loss on Saturday and again at practice on Monday. “Those nine penalties in the second period really hurt us,” said Flug. “We just weren’t moving our feet enough and when you don’t move your feet, your chasing the puck and hooking guys, so we had a few stick infractions called on us.
Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season!
ROBB FREDERICK 250-954-7866 ROBB_FREDERICK88@HOTMAIL.COM
22 YEARS ON THE
PARKSVILLE STRIP
250-954-0644
www.brigadoongolfcourse.com
410 E. ISLAND HWY., PARKSVILLE
Ltd.
A34
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
You brought new hope to breast cancer patients everywhere.
local sports
Athletes honoured Three Oceanside Track and Field stars honoured at Dec. 7 B.C. Athletics banquet in Richmond T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com
Cancer breakthroughs need you. When BC Cancer Agency researchers not only discovered the genetic makeup of the deadliest form of breast cancer, but also completely re-classified breast cancer into 10 new categories based on a tumour’s genetic fingerprint, they didn’t do it alone. With your support of the BC Cancer Foundation, you become a partner with BC’s leading cancer researchers. As the fundraising partner of the BC Cancer Agency, the BC Cancer Foundation funds more cancer research in BC than any other charitable organization.
Help BC’s cancer researchers make their next breakthrough. Become a Partner in Discovery.
1.888.906.2873 bccancerfoundation.com
Three Oceanside Track and Field Club (OTFC) members received recognition for their outstanding 2013 performances at the recent B.C. Athletics Awards Banquet, held Dec. 7 in Richmond. New club member, Felix Richter, was one of the Midget 15 Male Award winners, based on his 100m hurdle, 100m and 200m run efforts over the course of the season. An outstanding performance at the B.C. Championship, where Richter finished first in the 100m, 200m, and 100m hurdles, resulted in his selection to the B.C. Track and Field team to compete at the Legion Canadian Youth Championships. At the national meet, Richter helped the B.C. 4x100m and medley relay teams to first place finishes, as well as adding a silver medal in the 100m hurdle. OTFC’s sprint and hurdle coach, Laurie Ritchie, coached Richter. Veteran distance runner Miryam Bassett capped an outstanding season by being named co-winner of the Youth Female Cross Country Runner of the Year award. An excellent performance at the B.C. Athletics Junior Cross Country Championship meet, where she place second while running up an age category, enabled Bassett to be selected to the
• Felix Richter: Midget 15 Male Award • Miryam Bassett: Youth Female Cross Country Runner of the Year • Thomas Oxland B.C. junior cross country team to the Canadian cross country championship meet. Bassett’s strong run at nationals helped B.C. to a bronze medal team result. Also recognized at the banquet was middle distance runner, Thomas Oxland, who represented Canada in the 800m event at the IAAF World Youth Track and Field Championships this past summer in Donetz, Ukraine. Representing Canada highlighted Oxland’s season, which also saw him win the youth 800m at the B.C. championships and be selected to the B.C. Junior and Youth Track and Field teams to compete at the Canadian Championships. OTFC is looking for new coaches to help with their younger junior development athletes, to ensure that they can provide an opportunity for as many children as possible to enjoy the sport. If you have an interest in helping out as a new coach contact Kim or Randy Longmuir at 250-248-8515 or ranlong@telus. net.
HILLIERS
TRUST ME...
I’m a Fisherman and a Used Car Salesman! Serving Oceanside and Nanoose for Twenty Years. — PICK O’ THE WEEK —
2013 Buick Encore CXL
From our “Family” to yours ... The gift of love, the gift of peace, the gift of happiness. May all these be yours at Christmas and always.
This one just arrived just in time for Christmas. Save thousands from new on this fully loaded compact SUV. It is all wheel drive for excellent traction and has heated leather seats, sunroof, bluetooth, back-up camera and colour screen. Ask for Greg B. NOW ON SALE FOR
31,995
$
Gourmet Foods
Specializing in Fresh European-style Sausage & Meats
Double Smoked
Bacon
1
$ 59
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy new Year!
100g
Special ends Thursday, December 19th, 2013
3065 Van Horne Rd
Call or email for more details.
Qualicum Beach
752-2390
(Hwy. 4 to Pt. Alberni) 250-
gregbeldham@gmail.com GREG BELDHAM
LAIRD WHEATON
250 228 6915
2590 Bowen Rd., Nanaimo
Store Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-5pm; Sat. 9-4pm
Vanc to
Have your say!
editor@pqbnews.com
FLIGHTS BETWEEN QUALICUM BEACH & VANCOUVER
A Family Practice for all your Family’s Needs Family Law, Wills, Estates, Residential Conveyancing & Refinancing
250-248-2226 www.soloway.ca
Vancouver South Terminal (YVR) to Qualicum Beach (CAT4) 10:00AM (Daily) 3:15 PM (Daily) 5:45 PM (Mon. - Fri.)
Qualicum Beach (CAT4) to Vancouver South Terminal (YVR) 7:00 AM (Mon. - Fri.) 11:00 AM (Daily) 4:15 PM (Daily)
FLIGHTS AS LOW AS
89
$
including taxes
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
A35
ADVERTORIAL
QB curling
B.C. Women’s open
Lynne Noble team represents at provincial event T yson Taylor
sports@pqbnews.com
The Qualicum Curling Club was represented at the B.C. Women’s Open, which took place in Maple Ridge on Dec. 14-15. The event was to determine which teams would go on to fill the final two spots at the B.C. Scotties Tournament of Hearts. The Qualicum Beach team of Lynne Noble (skip), Donna Langlands (third), Crystal Murray (second) and Lorraine Gagnon (lead) were in the mix at the Golden Ears Winter Club. Playing in the third women’s open, Team Noble beat Team Tyre out of Kelowna by a final of 11 - 7 in their opening draw. Draw two saw Team Noble on the losing end of a 10 – 4 game to
Team Thompson out of Kamloops. Draw three had Team Noble getting back to it’s winning ways as they beat out Team Richter, from the Royal City Curling Club out of New Westminister, 10 – 4 and they didn’t need the final two ends in this match. So it was on to draw four on Sunday between Team Noble and Team Jones out of Prince George, the host city for the 2014 B.C. Scotties Tournament of Hearts. It was a close match but in the end Team Jones ended up beating Team Noble 10 – 7. The team out of Qualicum Beach represented well but weren’t able to claim one of the two spots left for the Scotties Tournament, slated for Jan. 6-12.
ViJHl Hockey
Generals on the road continued from page a33
Newcomer Hank Hilts echoed the same message. Hilts, an 18-year-old from Ferndale, Washington, is a solid defenceman who has helped out the back end. “We need to get some more shots on net, play a little more physical and play the full 60 minutes,” said Hilts. “If we can stay out of the box and have everyone stick to their game and do what’s best for the team, we should be alright (this weekend).” Defenceman Louis–Patrice Giguere, a 20-year-old from St-Joseph-de-Beauce, Quebec, said he is looking for more from his teammates. Recently named an assis-
DEMXX
tant captain, Giguere said he feels he has more of a leadership role with the team now. “More discipline, communication, intensity, look to finish our hits,” said Giguere. “We have a good team on paper but sometimes on the ice it’s not the same thing. If all the guys play together and give 100 per cent, we can win more games.” The Generals are on the road for both games this weekend, Friday in Campbell River and then again Saturday against the Comox Valley Glacier Kings. Puck drops at 7:30 both nights and you can catch both games on 88.5 The Beach with play-by-play provided by Dominic Abassi.
9+ACRE SALES YARD
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
Absolutely Everything in our Sales Yard and in our Store is on Sale Now!!
YEAR END SALE! EVERYTHING 10-50% OFF
Photo by: Susan Pederson
Michelle Plamondon (with son Jackson and Jessica Henderson) considers SOS staff to be her second family.
Community Connections Beyond SOS Services
SOS is often called upon to lend support, offer advice or to help community members access services. But a tragic event four years ago reminded SOS staff just how much they grow to care about the people who access their services, and who participate in SOS programs. The Plamondons and their six children had been participating in various programs at SOS for 16 years, when their 12-year-old son, Justin was struck and killed in an accident on Craig Street, in late August of 2009. “SOS was the biggest support for us,” says Michelle Plamondon, Justin’s mother. “David (a former SOS staff member) gave Justin’s eulogy, SOS set me up with counselling, and (executive director) Renate suggested we plant a tree outside the SOS building in Justin’s memory. “That first Christmas without Justin, I was in no frame of mind to deal with anything to do with Christmas. SOS staff put together a bunch of toys and goodies and stuff for us, just to help us get through that first Christmas.” Four Christmas’s later, as their hearts feel the first glimmers of healing, The Plamondons are celebrating 10-month-
old Jackson’s first Christmas, along with 3-year-old sister Neveah, and their five other children. “SOS is still a huge part of our lives,” says Michelle, who is at the Child, Youth and Family Centre with her children up to three times a week. Some of her older children also attend after school programs there. “I remember when Jackson was a tiny baby and really colicky, and we would come to Family Night. I think he would scream the whole time we were here. (Former staff member) Jessica would hold him the entire time and just reassure me that it was O.K… She has seen me at my worst.” While Jessica no longer works there, she still volunteers on occasion, and says that remaining connected with the SOS community is a welcome break from the demands of her full-time job. In good times and bad, at Christmas, and throughout the year, SOS staff celebrates the connections made with every member of the community who walk through the SOS doors. For more information on SOS programs, call 250-248-2093, or visit www.sosd69.com.
Can a Gift Card Buy Dignity? Society of Organized Services Caring for Kids at Christmas Program provides grocery store gift cards to low-income families and individuals, so they may choose food items that are meaningful to them during the holiday season. Please help the people in our community celebrate this season with dignity, by making a donation to the SOS Caring for Kids at Christmas program. Call: 250-248-2093 or visit www.sosd69.com On
a
ity, Sh
mun e Com
mas
hrist ring C
ard
Gift C
NEW and Used Building Material 1688 Alberni Hwy., Coombs / Tel. 250-954-0296 / www.demxx.com
MON-SAT 8AM-5PM, SUN 9AM-5PM
S O S
Child, Youth & Family Centre
2 5 0 - 2 4 8 - 2 0 9 3 245
West
Hirst
Avenue,
Parksville
s o s @ s o s d 6 9 . c o m w w w . s o s d 6 9 . c o m
A36
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
HARRIS CERTIFIED
TRUCK SALE
Awesome Diesel Selection 2011 CHEVY SILVERADO 2012 GMC SIERRA 2500 3500 HD ✓ Auto ✓ Locking Differential ✓ Auto ✓ 4x4 ✓ OnStar ✓ Stabil Trac
✓ 5 passenger ✓ Short Box
Stk# 1439
WAS $
45,995 NOW $
44,000
322
BI-WEEKLY
2012 DODGE RAM 3500 ✓ Diesel ✓ 6 passenger ✓ Only 20,000kms
48,900 NOW $
47,250
309
$
BI-WEEKLY
2013 FORD F350 LARIAT ✓ Auto ✓ Long Box ✓ Diesel ✓ Leather
45,995 NOW $
44,000
288
BI-WEEKLY
✓ 5 passenger ✓ Auto ✓ Short Box
✓ Locking Differential ✓ Bed Liner ✓ Power Group ✓ Climate Control
58,995 NOW $
57,500
379
$
BI-WEEKLY
Stk# 13087D
Stk# 13442A
WAS $
36,900 NOW $
34,900
255
$
BI-WEEKLY
WAS $
21,900 NOW $
21,100
214
$
BI-WEEKLY
2012 GMC SIERRA CREW 2012 FORD F-150 PLATINUM ✓ 4x4 ✓ Fully Loaded 4X4 SLE ✓ Retractable Running Boards ✓ Very Low Kms ✓ Leather ✓ Sunroof
Stk# 1434
WAS $
$
2011 GMC SIERRA CREW 2006 CHEVY 4X4 SLT SILVERADO 2500 HD
✓ Lift Kit ✓ Auto ✓ Short Box ✓ Fender Flares
Stk# 1446
WAS $
4x4 Crew Cabs
Stk# 1455
WAS $
$
BEST SELECTION OF USED TRUCKS IN PARKSVILLE
Stk# 1408
Stk# 1423A
WAS $
36,990 NOW $
35,300
232
$
BI-WEEKLY
WAS $
41,753 NOW $
41,000
299
$
BI-WEEKLY
2011 CHEVY SILVERADO 2009 CHEVY SILVERADO LTZ CREW CAB 3500
2010 CHEVY SILVERADO 2011 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 LT LT
✓ 6 passenger ✓ Diesel ✓ Bluetooth ✓ Power Group
✓ 4x4 ✓ Auto ✓ Keyless Entry ✓ Cruise
✓ 20” Wheels ✓ Leather ✓ 1 Owner ✓ Only 55,672kms Stk# 14022A
WAS $
52,900 NOW $
51,400
376
Stk# 1456
WAS $
$
BI-WEEKLY
✓ Auto ✓ Bluetooth ✓ Power Group
30,400 NOW $
28,900
242
$
BI-WEEKLY
Stk# 1341 7A
WAS $
27,944 NOW $
25,000
184
$
BI-WEEKLY
Stk# 1440
WAS $
25,995 NOW $
25,000
184
$
BI-WEEKLY
2000 REG CAB 4X4 2500 HD ................ $9,900 .................... Nice clean truck, long box 2006 EXT CAB CANYON ......................... $8,900 .................... Clean truck, canopy 2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE .................. $49,900 ................. Navigation, power boards, rear ent 2012 GMC YUKON .................................... $33,000 ................. Black cloth interior, 9 passenger 2008 RAM 2500 ST ................................... $10,000 ................. Fully inspected, good work truck All prices do not include fees or admin charge of $399. STK #1439, 84 months @4.99%TIP = $9289. STK #1455, 96 months @4.99%TIP = $11474. STK #14022A, 84 months @4.99%TIP = $10860. STK #13087D, 60 months @4.99%TIP = $3280. STK #1446, 96 months @4.99%TIP = $10686. STK #1431, 96 months @4.99%TIP = $11535. STK #1456, 72 months @4.99%TIP = $5230. STK #1408, 84 months @4.99%TIP = $8665. STK #13442A, 84 months @4.99%TIP = $7376. STK #1423A, 96 months @4.99%TIP = $8574. STK #13417A, 84 months @4.99%TIP = $5288. STK #1440, 84 months @4.99%TIP = $5288
GOOD CREDIT
/
BAD CREDIT
Get Approved at: www.harrisoceansidecarloans.com Go to “30-Second Credit” under Finance Tab, or Call Cheryl or Ashley @ 1-888-483-8109
1-800-723-5714
512 EAST ISLAND HWY, PARKSVILLE, BC V9P 2G7
HarrisOceansideGM.com
Making a great deal better... every day!
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
Second Section
B1
Arts& LIfe
music
Phil Dwyer and son will put on the jazz Charity Christmas concert at Artworx Gallery in QB this Saturday to benefit the SOS LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
Jazz giant Phil Dwyer is putting on a charity Christmas concert at a local art gallery this Saturday, and it may be the last time he and his son Ben perform together in the area. That’s because he’s been accepted to a prestigious law school in New Brunswick and he’ll be moving out of the area next summer, he said. “It’s just something I always wanted to do and I never really pursued it because I was busy doing my thing.” Dwyer will be playing piano at the Artworx Gallery this Saturday, joined by his son, bass player Ben Dwyer, who is currently taking jazz performance at McGill University in Montreal. The two will perform from 2 to 4 p.m. on Dec. 21 and admission is by donation to the SOS. Phil, a multi-Juno-award-winning musician, said it’s important for him to make some sort of charitable effort when he can and he doesn’t get to play locally all that much (his last show in the Spring at Knox United Church sold out with over 300 people). He said this time of year, when may people are celebrating good fortune and family, others aren’t able to. “I think its natural time that a lot of us look to give back to those who are aren’t as fortunate and to help them be able to celebrate this time of year as well.” He’s a big supporter of the SOS and all the wonderful programs it has been offering in the community, he said, since before he arrived here with his family in 1970. Over the years Dwyer has performed in many art galleries around the country and said the venues go hand in hand with music. “There’s definitely some sort of a symbiotic relationship between great art and music,” he said. The Artworx Gallery, located across from the liquor store in Qualicum Beach, is a great space and owner, Marlow Goring, is very community minded, he said. The Dwyers will be playing a variety of seasonal fa-
LissA ALEXANDER PHOTO
Phil Dwyer will play some Christmas arrangements on the piano while his son Ben plays bass at the Artworx Gallery this Saturday.
vourites which Phil has come to know very well over the years. “I have played on 15 or 20 Christmas albums if you can believe that, so I have a big stack of arrangements that I’ve written.” Staff from the SOS will be on hand to answer any questions and can issue tax receipts. Phil will be attending the University of New Brunswick
(UNB) next fall and will be moving to Fredericton in August. He said he’ll most likely have a goodbye concert in the area before he leaves and hopes to return to Parksville Qualicum Beach some day. The Artworx Gallery is located at 701 Primrose Street. For more information visit www.artworxgallery.com.
Christmas sing-a-long in QB to benefit a local family LISSA ALEXANDER
reporter@pqbnews.com
A Christmas Carol Sing-a-long Monday, Dec. 23 will benefit a local mother of four who was recently diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. “When I heard about this I thought, oh my God,” said local resident Layne Collinson. “This (fundraiser) is to get on the ball and do this.” An article in The News earlier this month reported
Cara Bennett, 37, had been diagnosed with the most aggressive, malignant brain tumor found in humans. Although two tumors have been removed, one is incurable and will eventually take her life. Successful chemotherapy may buy Cara 12 to 15 months of life, her husband Dale told The News. The children range in from 17 months to 10 years. Cara was a home support worker in Qualicum Beach where she was living her family before being relocated to
Holiday Greetings...
the Victoria General Hospital. Collinson has organized a sing-a-long at the Final Approach Restaurant at the Qualicum Beach Airport where people can enjoy some carols and make a donation after 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 23. There will be hot chocolate and cookies, and dinner is also available from the restaurant. All the proceeds will go directly to the Bennett Family. For more information on the Final Approach Restaurant call 250-752-8966.
All of us at United Floors, Parksville would like to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season with hopes that 2014 keeps us all healthy, happy and filled with lots of love and laughter
Dan, Cathy, Rob, Anita, Ken, Aileen, Gary, Kathy, Rick, Dale, Rod, Brent, Cam, Randy, Brian, Rick, Steven, Jason, Ken, & Jon. #4-287 MARTINDALE RD, PARKSVILLE
www.parksvillefloors.com
250-248-4664
B2
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
WineMaking Kits! Wine Specials Chardonnay ......................... $36.97 Gewurztraminer ................... $36.97 Merlot .................................. $39.97 Vieux Chateau du Roi ........... $39.97 Raspberry White Zinfandel .. $39.97 Beer Kits............................... $12.97 New Kits! Come with labels
Dolly’s
Parksville
169 West 2nd Avenue Qualicum Beach • 752-9833
142 Morison Avenue Parksville • 248-9221
WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK To submit your activities into our weekly (Thursday) Calendar of Events: events@pqbnews.com fax:250-248-4655 #4-154 Middleton Ave, Parksville
Home Outfitters kitchen bed bath SUPERSTORE
holiday daily deals! No other discounts apply. No price adjustments on previous purchases. No rain checks. While quantities last.
LAST WEEK!
20
Friday Save $110
21
Saturday
189
99
14999
Sunday Save $190
27999 Breville Die cast programmable espresso machine. Reg. 469.99
Wil and art LISSA ALEXANDER
reporter@pqbnews.com
Wil knows how to captivate a crowd and that’s why tickets to his shows are coveted items. Although Wil Mimnaugh’s show in Parksville last April sold out a few weeks in advance, he will be performing in the Basketball Bash at the Artworx Gallery this Friday, Dec. 20 and tickets are still available. The show is a fundraiser for Kwalikum Secondary School’s senior boys basketball team, the Kwalikum Kondors, to help team members make their way to California on Dec. 28. Wil spent over 20 years in Calgary and has been living in this area for around seven years. In the fall of 2011 four of his compositions, including his song Roam, were selected to accompany Travel Alberta’s stunning tourism campaign, Remember to Breathe. Last year he was commissioned to write the theme song Ride for the 100th Anniversary of the Calgary Stampede and he opened the event, dubbed the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, this year. This year he also won Island Pop/Rock Album of the Year at the Vancouver Island Music Awards. Wil puts his heart and soul into his performances and the result is a raw and enrapturing experience. And sometimes the roots rocker breaks some strings. That’s why his website is called ibreakstrings.com. Catch Wil at the Artworx Gallery this Friday, which is located in Qualicum Beach across from the Liquor Store. Tickets are $20 from the Gallery or from Kwalikum Secondary School. That includes appetizers and a drink. Doors open at 7 p.m., there will be live piano music, and Wil will perform from 9 to 11 p.m. There will also be a silent auction. For more on Wil visit www.ibreakstrings. com or watch the Alberta Tourism video featuring his music at www.youtube.com/ibreakstrings. For more on the Artworx Gallery visit www. artworxgallery.com.
Cuisinart Keurig Single serve brewing system. Bundle value up to $277! Reg. 219.00
20 21 22
Christmas
Countdown!
Fri-Sun
Daily in-store Specials available until Christmas
SAVE 25% All Kitchen Electrics Sale 2.99-149.99 Reg. 3.99 - 1999.99 regular price only. Excludes smart buys and .98 price endings.
Open 7 days a week Coombs, Junction
Hurry in for Best Selection!!! In-stock merchandise only.
Live better. Spend less.
TM
#12-2701 Alberni Hwy
6950 Island Hwy., Nanaimo (250) 390-1479
250-594-7070
Open: Dec. 20, 21 - 8am-10pm; Dec. 22 - 9am-10pm; Dec. 23 - 8am-10pm; Dec. 24 - 8am-5pm; Christmas Closed; Dec. 26 - 8am-6pm
VILLAGE THEATRE ECHOPLAYERS.CA
PERFORMANCES Show Nights Matinees
TICKETS
.... 7:30 pm (Sharp) .... 2:00 pm
Theatre Box Office .... 250.752.3522 Tues. - Sat. .... 10 am - 3 pm Show Nights .... 6 - 7:30 pm Matinees .... Noon - 2 pm
brenda gough photo
Singing at the Symphony: Singers from the Canadian College of Performing Arts entertained during the Victoria Symphony’s production A Sentimental Christmas in Qualicum Beach Monday evening.
Fun in the country Annual family event at Tiger Lily Farm LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
It’s Christmas in the Country at Tiger Lily Farm in Errington and that means it’s time to make some family memories. The annual event includes a craft centre where families can make a door swag with cedar boughs, ribbon and decorations and visitors can also take a wagon ride to the cabin in the woods. There they will find a special visitor who has journeyed from the far north. Barn yard animals will be at the farm for the kids to pet, and there will be a manger scene where children can dress up and pose. Hot chocolate and cookies will also be available at the event. Christmas in the Country runs from Dec. 20 to Dec. 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person, plus tax. Tiger Lily Farm is located at 1692 Errington Rd. For more information visit www.tigerlilyfarm.ca or call 250-248-2478.
✁
After mail-in rebate
KitchenAid Classic stand mixer. Reg. 299.99
22
Save $20 Plus, $50 MIR
Fundraiser
CLIP ‘N’ SAVE
15% OFF
WITH THIS AD
Try our NEW GLUTEN FREE BATTER!
Your coins will make a big difference for many families this Christmas.
Call ahead for pick up orders! * New renovated washrooms!
Eat In or Take Out
148 Morison Avenue, Parksville 250-954-1197 • www.yorkys.ca Limit One Coupon Per Customer Per Order
✁
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.
DEC
Graciously Sponsored By:
12-29
Official Media Sponsor:
PRODUCED BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS WITH KNIGHT HALL AGENCY LTD AND ITV
By
Simon Nye
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com Join us on Facebook! Go to
pqbnews.com
See the Facebook icon on the top left of the page.
Wishing you and your family all the best of the season and throughout the coming year.
lissa alexander photo
We actually do knoW What a llama is: Here is Carl the Llama mentioned in Tuesday’s photo caption featuring these ladies at Morningstar Farm. Thanks for those who called saying our llama looked a lot like a sheep, you were right, that was a sheep. Morningstar Farm is holding Christmas on the Farm this Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with caroling wagon rides, live music, treats, a live manger scene and more. The farm is located at 403 Lowry’s Road. For directions and more information, visit the website www.cheeseworks.ca.
Celebrate winter at the labyrinth Bring a lantern or flashlight and welcome Winter Solstice with a Labyrinth Celebration Dec. 21. Holly Carnegie Letcher and Sharron Hudson are hosting the event at the Parksville Community Park Legacy Labyrinth. The event aims to create a loving peaceful energy through move-
ment, music and mantras as people move forward on the path. The event begins at 7 p.m. There is a suggested contribution of $15 per person or $20 for a family, but any contribution is appreciated. Proceeds will be shared with the Parksville Qualicum Haven House. —News staff
Errington Christmas Concert Saturday Come experience some holiday flavour in Errington with a Christmas Concert this Saturday. The anual event will include carols, skits and music from a variety of performers. The Vigneault family will play from newfie songs, local song-
stress Megan Keene will perform, and some local legends will round out the evening. The show takes place Dec.21 at 7:30 p.m. Admission is by donation and coffee and treats will be available. —News staff
Scott Fraser, MLA Alberni-Pacific Rim
3945B Johnston Rd., Port Alberni, BC V9Y 5N4 1-866-870-4190
Just Us Orchestra plays at Parksville Legion Celebrate with a dance this Saturday night. The Just Us Dance Orchestra, a 12-piece band, will be performing at the Parksville Legion Dec.21 at 7:30
BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE LESSONS
p.m. The dance is $10 open to members, their guests and potential members. The Parksville Legion is located at 146 Hirst Avenue. —News staff
STANFORD PLACE CARE CAMPUS Licensed Complex Care & Assisted Living
24 Hour Nursing Care Assisted Living Respite
Stocking Stuffer Christmas Gift Certificates
• Beautiful Grounds • Large Bright Rooms • Daily Activities • Entertainment • Hair Salon • Art Studio & More
(available in any denomination)
FOREVER YUNG DANCE STUDIO
Tel: 250 240-0533 / Email: yungdance@shaw.ca Pioneer Plaza, 281 East Island Hwy, PARKSVILLE www.foreveryungdancestudio.com
FOR INFORMATION OR TO BOOK A TOUR CALL:
250.951.0811 www.stanfordplace.ca
Have your say!
editor@pqbnews.com
Residential Care the Family Way
250 Craig Street, Parksville
Get an MRI and find out what’s wrong. We use a powerful 1.5T GE MR System, comparable to or exceeding hospital grade scanners.
Now accepting Physician Referrals
250-334-1023 www.vimri.ca 1211 Ryan Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 3R6
ENTERTAINMENT All events scheduled may be subject to change.
Established in 1898
Wednesday Dec. 18 th
Thursday Dec. 19 th
MUSIC BINGO
KARAOKE
7:30PM-10:30PM
10:00PM-1:00AM
Fri/Sat Dec. 20 th, 21 st
Thursday Dec.26 th
DAY BASH JOHNY INNAPROPRIATE BOXING with 10:00PM-2:00AM
MONKEY WRENCH
163 ALBERNI HIGHWAY PARKSVILLE ◆ BAR: 250-248-6511 ◆ GRILL: 250-954-1881 ◆ www.rodandgunparksville.com
B3
B4
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Cash Prizes 1 x $250 1 x $150 1 x $100
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
December Holiday Specials
Tigh-Na-Mara Marlin Travel Sensations Day Spa Central Builders
Everything You Need for Holiday Dining napkins paderno
• 12 Days of Christmas Daily specials Dec 9-21
• Peppermint Pedicures • Gift Certificates- spend $100 receive $25 Free! • Yon-KA Paris Suncare products 25% off
Lightspeed Kayaks Oceanside Clothing Dolly’s Home Hardware Outsider
FREE DRAW Name: Phone Number: Email: Draw date: Dec 21st, 2013
Full line of esthetic services available
Mon-Fri 10-4pm • Evening and Weekend appointments available Unit 1-1343 Alberni Hwy, Parksville BC • 250-586-7728
roasters carving knives bakeware & more (250) 752-9833
169 West 2nd Ave., Qualicum Beach
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
✃
Christmas Sale
50%
Off
Over 200 quality loose leaf teas Buy 2, get 3rd FREE on Selected Items Hundreds of great gift ideas!
Blue Quill
Tea & Gift Shop
Gi
Certificft ates
www.bluequill.ca #102-437 Fitzwilliam St, Nanaimo • 250-591-8889 Unit C-702 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach • 250-594-8898
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
✃
Up to
B5
ALL CHRISTMAS STOCK
The Perfect Gift for the Person that has everything!
Gift Certificates Available! 125 McCarter St Parksville BC Tel:250-248-2041
www.marlintravel.ca
Open weekdays ‘til 6pm to help you shop local FIRST!
Beat the Cold Base Layers, Fleeces, Down Jackets & Vests
138 West 2nd
50
% OFF Regular Price
Starting Dec. 20 t h
Includes Trees, Ornaments, Lights & More!
Congratulations to Parksville Home Hardware’s “Shop to Win” winners. Thank you for shopping locally.
Parksville
Home hardware
142 Morison Avenue, Parksville • 250-248-9221
Top 10 Christmas Gifts
❄1 Stocking stuffers – Bear bells, heat packs, whistles & more all under $8
❄2 Merino base layers for warmth & comfort ❄3 Cozy fleece jackets for men & women ❄4 Lightweight snowshoes & packable hiking poles ❄5 Quick dry clothing for gym, bike & run ❄6 Emergency kits for backpack, home & auto ❄7 Warm, luxurious merino/silk socks scarves & headwear for chilly days ❄8 Gloves, and winter adventures ❄9 Flashlights, headlamps & LED safety lights 10 Reflective jackets, vests & arm bands ❄
Thousands More Gift Ideas starting from only $1.95! Avenue, Qualicum Beach 250-752-6610
Open 7 days - Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm • www.outsideradventures.com
B6
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Lightspeed Kayaks Christmas Specials on Now! • • • •
Kayaks Paddles Accessories Rigid Inflatable Boats
t he perfect pl ac e for holiday shopping
Ope Saturdan Dec 7 th,1 thys!! 4 10am-1 , 21 st pm
local artisans - organic beauty - gift cards
100
10% off ade lly M ss a c o la L ld C Wor ks! a Kay
for local
gifts under
$25
customers
1724 Alberni hwy. Coombs 250-586-0800 • www.lightspeedkayaks.com
Christmas Specials Anyone?!
1025 Qualicum Rd, Qualicum Beach
250-752-8786 • www.pheasantglen.com
DECEMBER 19TH -24TH MEN’S & WOMEN’S CLOTHING 50% OFF
CALLAWAY WEDGES $79.95
GOLF SHOES 40% OFF REGULAR PRICE
1 DOZEN PROV1 GOLF BALLS $39.95
PING STAND BAGS 40% OFF
10-GAME PUNCH CARD- $400.00 4-LESSON SERIES- $160.00 REG- $200.00
50% OFF
Christmas Decorations, Lights and Christmas Trees (excludes live trees)
1395 W. Island Highway, Parksville
250-752-5565
Monday - Friday 7- 6, Saturday 8 - 6, Sunday & Holidays 9 - 5 Locally Owned & Operated
250-248-2072
tigh-na-mara.com
lor in photo?
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
realestate WEEKLY UPDATE
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013
30,422
newspapers distributed weekly Your community newspaper since1982.
Your FREE Source For Homes & Commercial Properties...compliments of your local Realtors
Sweet Surprises this Christmas Season Page 14
Local Moves and Across the Country Parksville 250.248.8805 Pt. Alberni 250.720.2291
B7
Nanaimo 250.754.1500 Duncan 250.748.5900
Your Satisfaction is Guaranteed.
*Full details and Guarantee Certificate available from your moving consultant.
Email: parksvillesales@bekins.ca
BEST PRICE + BEST QUALITY + BEST SECURITY = BEST SOLUTION!
For All Your Residential & Commercial Moving & Storage Needs ... www.bekins.ca
B8
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
We Are Family... Anchor Realty
RE/MAX 100% Realty Associates Ltd. of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan is pleased to announce that RE/MAX First Realty and RE/MAX Anchor Realty are now part of their extensive group of 9 RE/MAX companies with over 200 realtors located across western Canada. This expansion to Vancouver Island is based on the belief that the Parksville/Qualicum Beach area will continue to be one of the most sought after destinations on Vancouver Island. Strategically this will allow for all 9 companies to further take advantage of the marketing opportunities available through the RE/MAX network worldwide. Locally our realtors are excited about this new opportunity and look forward to continuing to offer their professional experience, local knowledge and contacts within the industry to work for their clients. All of the realtors at both local offices would like to thank their many clients for their ongoing support and look forward to working with them in the coming year. Please feel free to drop by our Second Avenue office in Qualicum Beach or our new office at French Creek Landing.
Independently Owned and Operated
250-248-1071 • 1-888-243-1071 101-897 Island Highway West, Parksville www.remax-first-bc.ca
Anchor Realty
Independently Owned and Operated
250-752-2466 • 1-800-668-3622
113 West 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach www.remaxanchor.ca
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
#1 REALTOR at RE/MAX Anchor Realty in 2009, 2010, 2011 & 2012
Personal Real Estate Corporation
406B 181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE
Ph. (250) 752-2466 Toll Free: 1-800-668-3622 nancybolch@shaw.ca 113 W. 2nd Ave
$86,000
Independently Owned and Operated
11 - 1050 BOWLBY ROAD
$91,500
Find Your New Home at WWW.RONMEHAN.COM
• OCEANVIEW, 1 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath suite on 4th floor • 1/4 ownership, 12 weeks of usage, enjoy yourself or place in rental pool • Full kitchen w/ granite counter tops, gas fireplace in main lvg area • Full services, spa, fine dining, pool, hot tub & owners lounge
994 RILEY ROAD
• • • •
$159,500
Lovely remodelled 2 bedroom mobile home with addition on its own land Features a large living rm w/woodstove, bright kitchen, new laminate Within walking distance to schools, Wembly Mall & Oceanside Place Arena Why pay rent anymore when you can own your own home & start building equity
170 BAY ROAD
$269,900
• • • • •
Well cared for mobile home w/beautifully landscaped & private, fenced yard Best location at the end of the park beside a lovely treed area & is very private 2 bdrms, 2 full baths, soaker tub, open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, oak cabinets 18’ x 11’, private, covered sundeck, 12’x 8’ shed for garden tools or bikes Located in a lovely park where you are allowed to have pets & children
606-194 BEACHSIDE DRIVE
$259,900
• Own your own condo in this lovely waterfront complex. Full ownership. • Revel in luxury & enjoy resort-style living year round • 9-ft ceilings, wood flooring, s/s appliances, granite counter tops, gas fireplace • Fitness center, indoor pool, hot tub, steam room & workout gym
1308 LEEWARD WAY
To Our Valued Clients and Colleagues Merry Christmas to All and to all A Happy, Healthy & Kind 2014 Ron Mehan
$299,900
Licenced REALTOR® 1986 Peggy Mehan, Unlicensed Administrative Assistance
ph. 250.248.1071 | tf. 1.888.243.1071 | email. rmehan@shaw.ca #101 – 897 West Island Hwy, Parksville, BC V9P 2E9 • • • • •
Bright & cozy, 5 bedroom, 1040 sq. ft., lakefront home on Horne Lake Sit on the deck of your cottage overlooking the tranquil setting of a pristine lake 9500 sq. ft., gentle sloping lot that leads to a large beach & lovely lake frontage Perfect for a 2 family purchase as the home can sleep many people comfortably Sandy beach and a dock for your boat. IMAGINE
#5-4320 GARROD ROAD
• • • • •
$369,000
Well built 3 bedroom home in the waterfront development of “Seascape” 2700 sqft home offers 2000 sqft of finished space + 700 sqft to finish Open concept design w/vaulted ceiling, is filled with natural light Slate floors in bathrm, hardwood & heat pump for efficient heating/cooling Spacious w/huge 75 inch by 38 inch granite island & large walk in pantry
866 FAIRWAYS DRIVE
$393,000
• • • •
Immaculate rancher situated within the Eaglecrest Golf Course Home is light & bright throughout & has a very nice floor plan Jacuzzi in the master ensuite, patio pre wired for hot tub Insulated double garage door, easy care landscaping with sprinkler system • Short walk to a sandy beach, 5 min. drive to downtown Qualicum
1097 AERY VIEW DRIVE
• • • • •
$385,000
Executive home on quiet cul-de-sac in Morningstar area 2543 sq. ft. 3 full bathrooms, 4 bedrooms & family room Large kitchen with island, stainless steel appliances Open floor plan, living room with vaulted ceiling, gas FP Walter Allen custom built home
1490 SUNRISE DRIVE
$487,000
Located at 500 Corfield St. Parksville, BC PHASE 1 & 2 SOLD OUT • PHASE 3 80% SOLD • PHASE 4 NOW SELLING
Starting at
$335,000*
PLUS TAXES
• Beautifully finished single level patio homes. • 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, + den. • • • •
1725 sq. ft rancher backing onto the Eaglecrest Golf Course White kitchen w/loads of cabinetry, living rm w/bay window Family rm w/gas fireplace & brick hearth, eating area, 3 bedrms Off family room is 21’ x 14’ private, sunny, partially covered patio • Yard is a gardeners dream, fully fenced & artfully landscaped
6-4320 GARROD ROAD
$599,000
• • • • •
Spacious, updated, 4 Bedroom, 4 bath, 2256 sq. ft rancher Updates: windows, addition, plumbing, wood stove, etc South facing back yard w/large patio, fruit trees RV parking There is a 34’ x 24’ shop w/full mezzanine and 11’ ceilings Triple carport perfect for over height vehicles & a double garage
1387 WARD ROAD
• Oversized 2 car garage. • 1333 to 1500 sq. ft of living space. Show Suite Designed by Patti Ransom Interior Design. *Deal must complete within 90 days
$619,500
OPEN HOUSE • • • • • •
OCEAN FRONT AT ITS BEST ! Panoramic ocean view High quality construction(2006) excellent condition Clear views over Georgia Strait, Denman and Hornby Islands Over 2000 sq. ft. of elegance and relaxation Full furniture package available Best value in waterfront, period
• • • • •
5.86 beautiful acres with lovely fence pasture area 2 large homes, mobile home and carriage home Includes a 20’ x 22’ workshop/garage There is also a 16’ x 16’ detached garage Great investment property or for extended family
View on VIRTUAL TOUR: www.nancybolch.ca Recipient of Sales award for the TOP 100 REALTORS IN RE/MAX Western Canada
SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1pm to 4pm
CONTACT US 1.866.956.6228 www.creeksideatcorfield.com Follow us on
For a full information package contact John Cooper john@islandlifestyle.ca Personal Real Estate Corporation
of Nanaimo 250.754.1223
B9
B10
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
TIM
210,000
$
395,000
$
Peligren
124 CRAIG ST, PARKSVILLE OFFICE: 250-248-2488
Direct: 250-228-5558
sales@timpeligren.com • 1/2 acre lot with custom built home • 3 bdrm/4 bath & large bonus room • 2328 sq ft finished plus full basement • Large shop and dbl car garage
4801 Blue Heron Drive, Bowser
5 ACRES - Little Qualicum $174,900
Cozy Home
Large Detached Shop
• 896 sq ft with 2 bed 1 bath • 24 x 28 Shop with 225 amp power • Fenced on 1/2 acre • Beach access close-by
River Front Acreage LITTLE QUALICUM RIVER
75 Islewood Drive, Bowser • Panoramic ocean view property
Wishing you Health and Happiness this Holiday Season and in the Year to Come! 109,000
Great Location
• Allows for 2 homes • Many trails in the area
125,000
$
• Pastoral .57 acre lot • Cleared and level in a quiet area • Just a few minutes to Qualicum Beach • Partially fenced, with hydro, water & cable to lot line
$
Natural Beauty
Lot 1 Radke Place, Qualicum Bay
“Striving to deliver the best results to you. Always.” Call for your free no-obligation consultation
E!
IC
EW
PR
N
• 1680 sq. ft. main level entry home • 3 bdrms, 3 bthrms • Garage has clean epoxy finished floors • Home is wired for Generator back up • 0.70 acre fully fenced yard
Recreational Riverfront Lot $45,000
1695 Nahmint Road $468,000
1680 Peligren Place $298,000
E!
IC
EW
PR
N
• Zoned for a RV, Tent or Yurt • .34 acres
• 2930 sq. ft. mountain view home • 3 bdrms, 4 bthrms • Fully developed, unauthorized inlaw suite w/sep. entrance, hydro & septic • Detached 28’ x 26’ work shop • 2.5 acre property MLS # 337254
• Established vineyard, trout pond • Ocean & mountain views • Cleared & levelled building site • 36’x36’ shop already built • 3.18 acre MLS # 308194
Find the property you have been searching for at: www.timpeligren.com
124 Craig Street, Parksville
MOVE IN BONUS
• 6.65 Ac • 4,800 Sq ft log home • Guest cottage
1647 Abbey Road $347,500
MLS # 342475
REALTOR®
office. 250-248-2488 cell. 250-927-3449 email. arlenesequoia@gmail.com
• 2 homes allowed • End of road • 12’ x 24’ storage unit • Southern exposure
Westwood Road, Nanaimo $898,000.00
DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL • Beautiful southern exposure
• Level, partially treed .61 acre lot • Quiet & private location, in a cul-de-sac • Hydro, water & cable to lot line • Easy access in a well developed area
• 1566 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms • .355 acre fenced yard • Gated community
1759 Martini $289,000
• 3 bedrooms, 1572 sq. ft. 2 story • Low maintenance yard
Arlene Sequoia
Lot 2 Kenmuir Road, Qualicum Bay
18 Acre River Front $238,900
1785 Cameron Crescent $274,900
Receive a $2500 Home Entertainment Package if purchase made by January 31st, 2014
82% LD SO
Luxury Condominiums ~ Fabulous Ocean Views The Texada, a contemporary West Coast 89-suite condominium development located in North Nanaimo, B.C. boasts incredible views of the Georgia Strait and Coastal Mountain Vistas. Walking distance to local shops, entertainment, beaches and parks. The Texada’s spacious suites offer
huge windows, stainless steel appliances, bathrooms with heated tile flooring, deep soaker tubs and 5ft separate walk-in showers, engineered hardwood flooring, granite countertops, custom blinds and much more! AMAZING PRICING WITH A GREAT SELECTION OF UNITS REMAINING. The Texada is a proud winner of the 2010 Award of Merit for Multi-Family Condos from VIREB Commercial Division
Contact John Bertoia @ 250-390-0115, go to www.thetexada.com (also see us at) http://www.youtube.com/user/carringtonnanaimo/videos or visit our show suites at *Terms & Conditions: Contact sales agent for full details and any restrictions. Unit #123 - 6310 McRobb Ave, Nanaimo, B.C. Open daily from 11-4, closed Fridays.
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
office 250-821-0067
SANDIFORD HOMES professional connections
s ’ n o s S e a i ng s Gr e e t
www.sandifordhomes.com tf 1-866-570-0067 fx 250 821-3330 e info@sandifordhomes.com
JOHN & TERESA
SANDIFORD
606 BEACH TERRACE, QUALICUM BEACH
• Incredible ocean view, .38 Acre, 2866 sq. ft. split level, 5 bed & 3 bath with sunroom • Located on Beach Terrace in Qualicum Beach, across the road to sandy beaches • Generous master with luxuriously large ensuite with separate soaker tub and shower • Gorgeous new kitchen in 2006, new fiberglass shingle roof in 2007
$499,900
64-1051 RESORT DRIVE, PARKSVILLE
Box 1360, 679 Memorial Avenue Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1T4
231-1175 RESORT DRIVE, PARKSVILLE
• Sunrise Ridge total undivided ownership, 3 bed/3 bath condo in Parksville’s newest waterfront resorts • Located on sandy tidal beaches, great patio with BBQ that overlooks the new pool & hot tub • Gorgeous kitchen with granite countertops, very large island with 6 stools, for wonderful gatherings • The third bedroom is lock-off with 3 piece ensuite, kitchenette with mini bar fridge & micro, coffee, bar area
$349,000
3271 BLUEBACK DRIVE, NANOOSE BAY
• 2 bdrm cottage in forest location in oceanfront Beach Acres Resort close to sandy beach • Not currently in rental pool, you can make it rental ready, or have its exclusive use • Comes with complete furniture pkg, owner’s storage space, close to play area, BBQ pit • Resort facility extras are: Swimming pool, games room, English style pub. 15 min. to Parksville
• Ocean view recreational cottage, Engineered for second storey • Numerous recent upgrades including hardwood flooring, stove, window screens • Private decks with exceptional views • Minutes from Schooner Cove Marina
$219,000
$379,000
1417 STONELAKE ROAD, NANOOSE BAY
• Gorgeous 4 yr old West Coast Craftsman style home, on ½ acre, in Madrona Heights, Nanoose Bay • Heat pump, triple garage, fully fenced back garden with pasture & distant treed hillside views • Great room concept with hardwood flooring, stone surround fireplace, large picture windows • Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, eating island, high end finishes & fab floor-plan
$615,000
2600 LA SELVA PLACE, NANOOSE BAY
• Beautiful 2012 Georgie & Care Award winning West Coast Home • Private perfection on 3.1 acres, with amazing Ocean & Mountain views • Beamed & vaulted great room/dining area, floor to ceiling stone gas fireplace, bamboo flooring & wine cellar • An open kitchen with solid maple cabinetry, granite, eating island, butler’s pantry & much more
$1,675,000
Visit our website at www.sandifordhomes.com for further details, www.sandifordhomes.com additional pictures, and virtual tours of these and other properties
B11
B12
& Kari StSeve & Kari teve
www.pqbnews.com
The Strength of a Team
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News The Comfort of Family
Realtor
unlicensed
From our home to yours...
The Strength of a Team
UNLICENSED
We’d like to wish everyone a Happy and Healthy Holiday Season.
REALTOR®
Parksville - Qualicum Beach Realty
R
each office is independantly owned and operated
250.937.1100 Cell Cell 250.937.1100
Office Office 250.752.6926 The Strength of a Team 250.752.6926
The Comfort of Family stevekari@knutsonrealestate.ca stevekari@knutsonrealestate.c
The Comfort of Family www.knutsonrealestate.ca www.knutsonrealestate.ca
From our family to yours, Happy Holidays!
If you the opportunity to suggesttoa suggest a If have you have the opportunity realreal estate agentagent to anyone, please think of us! estate to anyone, please think of us We are too busy forbusy referrals! Wenever are never too for referrals!
Realtor
unlicensed
Parksville - Qualicum Beach Realty
R
each office is independantly owned and operated
Realtor
unlicensed
679679 Memorial Ave, POAve, Box PO 1360, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1T4 BC V9K 1 Memorial Box 1360, Qualicum Beach,
Parksville - Qualicum Beach Realty
R
each office is independantly owned and operated
Steve
Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty
Independently Owned & Operated
2012
679 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC
Cell: (250) 927-7653 Toll Free: 1-800-224-5906 www.lespockett.com
Kaylie
Kari
Les Pockett
Connor
Justin
Personal Real Estate Corporation
email: lespockett@telus.net
Grant Wildeman REALTOR®
www.grantwildeman.ca
grantwildeman@shaw.ca
Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned & Operated
Cell: (250) 927-0357 Office: (250) 248-4321 Toll Free: 1-800-694-0357
Nicky Westnedge Unlicensed
Assistant
Merry Christmas and all the Best! Grant, Shelly, Brody, Brett and Brayden
10-1749 Whibley Road, Coombs $155,000
1406 Gabriola Drive, Craig Bay $479,900 • • • •
2066 sq. ft. stand alone Crofton Model Hardwood flooring, gourmet kitchen and custom built ins Bright and sunny southern exposure Oversized garage
• 1,120 sq. ft. home with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths • 4 yr old home complete with sky-lite & vaulted ceilings • Master has ensuite with walk-in closet
ES
6
2.
5250 Gainsberg Road, Bowser
R AC
• Detached 16x20 wired workshop • Extensive upgrading such as floors, • Approx. 2300 sq. ft. home with 4 large kitchen & bathroom cabinetry bedrooms • Nice wrap around deck and 3/4 acre
• Beautifully partially treed 2.6 acre property • Approximately 1200 sq. ft. home with 2 bdrms and 2 baths • 30 x 24 detached wired workshop with woodstove • Short walk to public beach, walking trails & Nile Creek
O
2
1369 Gabriola Drive, Craig Bay $409,900 • Over 2750 square feet • 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • Swimming pool & tennis courts • Double car Garage
CO
BD
104-440 Schley Place, Qualicum $199,000 • Bright 2 bedroom, 2 bath ground floorend unit at Parkwood • No age limit, pet allowed • Well managed and maintained complex
739 Ermineskin Avenue, Parksville $399,000 • 3 bedroom & 3 bathroom 2000 sq.ft. home • Spectacular Mount Arrowsmith views & R.V. parking • Close to schools & workshop in house
RS
ND
RM
HO
M FA
3840 Charlton Drive, Bowser $375,000
$349,000
E
M
ILY
IO
N SE
#56-1247 Arbutus Road, Parksville $89,900 • Immaculate & totally renovated 2 bedroom double wide • Covered sun patio and extensive landscaping • Private and spacious yard
#15-3920 Island Highway, Qualicum Beach
$77,900
• Professionally updated, new kitchen and bath, flooring and windows • Forced air furnace recently replaced, 10x8 detached workshop • No age restriction and small pet allowed with permission
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
B13
B14
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
“See What Your House is Worth... No Cost, No Pressure, No Obligation”
realestate find your next home here
realestate find your next home here
Dale Rumming
OPEN HOUSE
SAT. DEC. 21 & SUN. DEC. 22 1:00 - 3:00pm
Email: deadlydale@shaw.ca www.dalerumming.ca www.parksvillemobilehomes.com
coastrealty.com
575 Vine Drive, Parksville RE
C DU
• Spacious rancher with bonus room over garage • On 1/2 acre lot and allows for a carriage house
ED
585,000
$
PETER MCCULLY PHOTO
Congratulations Pat Weber and Marilyn Hewer! A wine and cheese was hosted by Remax Anchor in Qualicum Beach in honour of their retirement.
Jim & Margo Hoffman
250-248-8371
in attendance
314 East Island Highway, Parksville, BC V9P 2H1
250-752-3375
SHOPPING FOR A REALTOR?
Call kevin clayton
www.tomwhitfield.ca
- View all of my listings online!
“French Creek Landing”
101-897 West Island Hwy, Parksville
Highly recommended.
314 E.Island Hwy. Parksville • 248-8371
Totally Renovated! 0
, 39
$3
is the result of following your heart and a touch of expert advice.
Buying or selling, align yourself with a hardworking, honest realtor who has a reputation for results.
JOANNE FERREIRO 250.228.4231
218 Evergreen Street
Private 4.66 Acreage
SPACIOUS EXECUTIVE style family home on 4.66 acres. This 3,900 sqft home has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, a den, family room and lots of space to have all the areas you desire. The unique fireplace is set in a central family room with Cathedral ceilings. This bright, private and spacious home is on the ocean side of Fourneau, it is a very desirable area and these acreages do not come up that often. Abundant garage area for the handyman in the family and for the gardener a wonderful area to make your own. Lots of windows and a peekaboo ocean view. This lovely home is definitely a must see. Call today for details.
00
,5
$
225 Fourneau Way, Parksville
00
Fully Renovated
Office: 250-248-8371
Wishing you all the very best for the Holiday Season...
Three bedroom / 2 bath,1405 sqft rancher on 0.19 of an acre! Updates include: granite countertops throughout, solid Canadian Oak Hardwood floors, brand new stainless steel appliances, new 50 year roof and all baseboard heaters have been replaced by forced air electric heaters. This home boasts a great open concept complemented by vaulted ceilings, TLC was put into every detail including mouldings, elegant light fixtures, a lovely private back deck and so much more. This home is a must see in a great central location.
9
, 39
joanne@joanneferreiro.com
$3
592 Wembley Road
CLINTON Office: 250-951-3195 Toll Free: 1-800-224-5838 Simpler Lifestyle for Retirees Website: CLINTONMILLER.CA
Miller
een thinking of simplifying your lifestyle and moving to an easier home to e are hosting a free information seminar on May 14th @ 1:00 at the ravel Lodge (424 W. Island Hwy, Parksville) to help you explore the many
REAL ESTATE TEAM
E-Mail: CLINTONMILLER@SHAW.CA
Peter McCully Photo
9 61
250.951.4882 homes@tomwhitfield.ca
Living in your dream community
TOTALLY RENOVATED! This 1,886 sqft 4 bed 2 bath home has a fully self contained in-law suite, 2 brand new Kitchens w/granite counter tops, SS appliance package, washer/dryer, laminate flooring through out, all electrical and plumbing fixtures, paint, trim, doors, hardware, window coverings, garage door, huge fully fenced back yard, completely landscaped, newer roof and thermal pane windows, tons of parking with private entrance around the back and so much more! This home is the last home on the no through road. Most completely renovated home in it’s price range in all of Parksville, once you see it you will agree!
00
Call Tom.
Linda and Tracy
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, December 19, 2013
www.pqbnews.com
B15
www.coastrealty.com
2 offices serving Oceanside... 1 professional team of realtors! Parksville @250.248.8371 or Qualicum Beach @ 250.752.3375 1.888.954.4433
18-1050 BOWLBY
• 2 bed, 1 bath • 1991 modular, separate dining area • Low maintenance yard, extremely well kept, fast possession possible
$59,900
Dale Rumming
• • • •
1295 POINT MERCER DRIVE
Exquisite 2,800 sqft. timber frame home 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms Private walk on waterfront Quality finishes through out
$1,699,000
NE
• • • •
#2 - 450 STANFORD E. AVE.
1,180 sqft., 2 beds, 1.5 baths Gas fireplace, lots of natural light Central location, close to all amenities Quick possession
$75,000
• • • •
Adrianne Meyer
1381 MARINA WAY
1,507 sqft., 2 beds, 1 bath home 80’ of convenient ocean frontage Year round sunshine, wood fireplace Views of ocean and Mt. Arrowsmith
$699,900
UP
TE DA
Ian Mackay
• • • •
W
PR
IC
Ian Mackay
2996 DOLPHIN DRIVE
809 RIVER’S EDGE DRIVE
• Cute 3 bedroom cottage with ocean views • Crawlspace, vaulted ceilings, new windows • Across from beach access, near golf and marina
• • • •
$270,000
$1,388,000
kevin clayton
Exquisite 5,855 sqft. rancher on 2.87 acres Quality finishing throughout, chef’s dream kitchen 2 bedroom in-law suite, mountain views Incredible landscaping, swimming pool
E JU
871 MIDDLEGATE ROAD, PARKSVILLE Two homes on 5 acres 2186 sq ft 3 bedroom rancher 1275 sq ft 2 bedroom chalet Great horse property
$614,900
Jim/Margo Hoffman
13-1401 PRICE ROAD
$230,000
Gary Neufeld
• Deluxe Spa Bungalow – 1 King bed/Murphy in LR • Huge Jacuzzi in bdrm – 2gas river-rock F/P’s • Beautifully renovated recently – 100% ownership
$94,900
$119,000
$998,000
• • • •
Dale Rumming
852 EDGEWARE AVENUE
Immaculate 1,442 sqft. home 3 beds, 2 baths, recent upgrades Jacuzzi tub, alarm system Attached double garage
$324,900
Adrianne Meyer
• • • •
$319,000
742 MILLER ROAD
Private 0.69 of an acre Lots of recent upgrades 3+ bedrooms and 3 bathrooms Landscaped, quiet location
$369,500
Jill Tuggle
FO
R
N RE
Ian Mackay
Jill Tuggle
2 beautiful homes on 5 acres Pool and guest house Large Shop and out buildings Private yet close to town
790 MIDDLEGATE ROAD
• Sprawling 2100 sq. ft. rancher on 2.47 acres • 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large family room • Vaulted ceilings, deluxe ensuite, entertainers deck
$425,000
EA
R NF
John Barnum
890 ALLSBROOK ROAD
• • • •
OC
• 1371sf 2b/2ba TOTALLY renewed • Open kitchen/granite/new cabs/tile back-splash/ floors • Very sought after ocean side complex is a MUST SEE
$409,900
ED
509 BEAUTIFUL TIGH NA MARA RESORT
D
253 SHORELINE ESTATES
ST
488 TEMPLE ST, PARKSVILLE
• New 1606 sq.ft rancher • Gourmet kitchen • Luxurious master ensuite • Quality finishing throughout
• 55+ Island Park Estate • Natural gas 3 sided fireplace • Extremely private, with lots of decks • Well run park, low pad fees
17-310 PYM ST, PARKSVILLE • Nicely updated Chelsea Court patio home • Immaculately maintained grounds • Central to shopping and all services
S
I TL
Louise Roy
SOLD
ON
kevin clayton
• • • •
Ian Mackay
433 WARDER CRESCENT
1400 sq ft rancher on .56 acre Man cave & detached workshop Fenced private treed,new roof Drive thru lot for TV parking ease
$279,900
Dale Rumming
T
4055 ISLAND HIGHWAY W.
• 4.71 OCEANVIEW acres with private high-bank trail access to 130 ‘worth-it’ feet of lovely PRIVATE BEACH • 1200sf 1 bdrm ADDN’L LIVING ACCOMMODATION • Plus 1100sf workshop - loft & washoorm
$779,000
Jill Tuggle
T SU
RF
SID
V ER
R PA
K
WAKE UP TO THIS VIEW EVERY MORNING!
589 GILBERT ROAD
• Picturesque 5 acres on a quiet country road • 4 Bed, 2 bath character home, barn and shop • Just minutes from Qualicum Beach, very private
$390,000
kevin clayton
$1,850 PER MONTH • Beautiful furnished Parksville Beach waterfront location • Bright open floor plan with large deck and beach access • Available until June 2014 Coast Realty Group (Parksville) Ltd. Property Management
From Our Homes to Yours We wish everyone a Joyous Holiday Season and a Happy and Prosperous New Year
• 2002 Park Model in great condition with lots of upgrades. • FABULOUS WATERFRONT SITE with sunset, ocean, mountain, and estuary views to enjoy. • Great sunroom with panoramic view, and lovely patio furniture included. • 2094 expiry on Membership is a bonus for you and your family. • You have to check this one out, it is one of a kind
Now Only $169,000 Tom Dodds
B16
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, December 19, 2013 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Happy Holidays from your local McDonald’s® located at 310 West Island Hwy, Parksville, BC.
our warm way of saying
THANKS
BUY 7 HOT McCAFÉ® BEVERAGES AND GET A MEDIUM FREE* Just peel the McCafé Rewards Card off of your first cup. Then collect the stickers from your 7 hot beverages! Valid at participating McDonald’s restaurants in Canada. See details in-restaurant and at McDonald’s.ca ®
©2013 McDonald’s
FREE muffin with the purchase of ® * any size hot McCafé beverage Purchase any size Espresso, Double Espresso, Americano, Latte, Cappuccino, Mocha, Premium Roast Brewed Coffee and Deluxe Hot Chocolate and receive a FREE muffin. * Product availability varies by restaurant. PLEASE ADVISE CREW MEMBER OF COUPON PRIOR TO ORDERING. LIMIT ONE COUPON PER CUSTOMER, PER VISIT. NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER OFFER. NO CASH VALUE. Valid only at the McDonald’s® located at 310 West Island Hwy, Parksville, BC., until January 31st, 2014. ©2013 McDonald’s. †®TM/ Trade-mark of PepsiCo Canada ULC Used under license.