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RDN directors voiced their frustrations with the Island Corridor Foundation at a meeting Tuesday where they labelled an April 2 ICF news conference “a dog and pony show,” “smoke in the mirror” and “a farce.” Directors passed a motion to call a meeting between First Nations and regional districts in an attempt to resolve their frustrations over the ICF — but not without a lengthy discussion about the organization, a failed deferral and some minor changes in vocabulary. The motion will need be rectified at the regular RDN meeting April 22. Parksville city councillor Marc Lefebvre brought the motion forward Tuesday, calling for “due diligence and governance” from the ICF. “As an RDN shareholder in the ICF, we have an obligation to ensure appropriate oversight is taken over ICF activities,” said Lefebvre. “Part of oversight is having applicable knowledge in order to exercise due diligence and avoid and mitigate risks.” The proposed meeting comes after passenger service on the rail line, running through Parksville Qualicum Beach, was suspended in 2011 due to poor track conditions. Since then, local government has been working to get service reinstated, however cost speculation has hindered progress. RDN chair Joe Stanhope estimates the project will cost around $100 million; while ICF CEO Graham Bruce insists the $20 million earmarked by all three levels of government — federal, provincial and municipal — will be enough to resurrect the track for passenger service. See DIRECTORS, page A7

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KEEP PADDLING: Woodwinds alternate school students in a junior version of a new School District 9 program spent a recent school day rafting and learning how to safely flip their boat in the Englishman River. See story page A5.

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First reading passed and a public hearing has been set for a bylaw amendment to the Official Community Plan which would change the Town of Qualicum Beach’s Growth Containment Boundary. The move would mean town council would not have to consult with the Regional District of Nanaimo over land-use decisions within the town’s boundaries.

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This month’s Oceanside Womens Business Network (OWBN) speaker will be Extraordinary Learning founder and president Lori Marcoux. Her company provides custom designed in-house courses, coaching and other services and Marcoux’s light-hearted and interactive presentation to local women will include getting people to take inventory of their current situation, clarifying what matters and finding new strategies to deal with issues. OWBN director of public relations Glenda Sweet said, like all their events, the monthly talks are as much about networking as gaining the knowledge shared by the guest speaker. Register now online at www.owbn.ca, $27.50 for OWBN members, $35 for non-members. The dinner and talk is Tuesday, April 15 at 6 p.m. at the Quality Bayside Inn in Parksville. — NEWS Staff

Correction We published the wrong caption under a photo on the Scene and Heard page Tuesday. The correct caption for the photo, which was on the bottom right of the page, should have been: “Music lovers Val Dare, left, Anne Janelle, James Hill and Liz Debarros brought another great event to the McMillan Arts Centre (MAC) April 6. James, who has been turning heads around the world with his remarkable playing led a world class ukulele workshop. With wife Anne playing her viola in the workshop, Hill shared his skills with 20 students.” The NEWS regrets the error.

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Merchants on the Parksville side of the Orange Bridge say they want to spruce up their area to make it more inviting for tourists and residents alike. They took their pitch to city council Monday night, stressing they are not looking for any taxpayer funds. Robert Held, who owns a glass art shop in the area, made a presentation to council that included talk about planters, signage, banners, lighting and ways to slow the traffic. “We’re not asking for any money,” said Held. The city has some concrete planters they are using. Held suggested they be moved into the area. “We’ll plant them, we’ll water them, we’ll take care of them,” he said. Held also suggested some banners be posted to the light poles, much like the ones in the downtown core but “something relatively orange like the bridge.” He said merchants in the area are also concerned at the speed of cars going through the area.

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“We’re asking for some way to slow the traffic down before the bridge,” said Held, who also pointed to work done by the city to beautify other entrances to the city, like at the corner of the Island Highway and Pym Street. “There’s not much done at (the Orange Bridge) end,” he said. Council was receptive to the plans and Coun. Sue Powell made a motion later in the meeting, asking staff to report back on the logistics and any cost of the improvements suggested by the group, which Held called the Orange Bridge Gateway Merchants. Mayor Chris Burger suggested the group look at forming a Business Improvement Area (BIA), a way to generate funds by directly taxing local business. The Parksville Downtown Business Association, for example, is a BIA. “I think each and every one of your points would be achievable (through a BIA),” said Burger. Powell suggested the city could do a “minimal amount” in the Orange Bridge area to make it more appealing. Briefly, in other news from council Monday night: • Council gave final approval to a bylaw allowing goats to be used within city limits to control weeds. See BUDGET TALKS, page A8

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The Lighthouse Country Business Association’s trade show, now in its third year, has grown into a larger building and is attracting a wide sample of local companies. There are more than 30 businesses and community organizations signed on to show their wares and services this Sunday mor ning. “We are trying to get people to make it a day of exploring local Lighthouse area services, amenities and activities,” said LCBA president Betsy Poel, who encourages people to check out other local businesses and sites. Running concurrent — and they hope complimentary — to the Lions Club’s monthly pancake breakfast and flea market at the Lighthouse Community Hall, the trade show is moving into the neighbouring Lions Den. “The pancake breakfast gets anywhere from 500 to 700 people on a good day,” Poel said, adding that the first year of the trade show they just wanted to fill the community hall. The Bowser Elementary School parent advisory committee (PAC) and children will host a “coffee and treats” concession to raise money for their annual Hornby Island Tribune Bay camping trip. Poel said that funding from the Regional District of Nanaimo’s Northern Economic Development Fund has allowed them to put up fancy new signs and offset the costs for the exhibitors. She describes the LCBA as “a non-profit organization that promotes activities and events that support local businesses and thereby the community through economic strength.” The associationy currently has more thn 130 members and a volunteer board of seven. The group also produces a free community directory, which is distributed to over 2,500 households, that she describes as a key to the whole community. The trade show runs 8:30 a.m. to noon, this Sunday, April 13, at the Qualicum Bay Lions Den, behind the Lighthouse Community Hall.

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The morning after receiving a cool reception from Parksville city council, Suzan Jennings said Tuesday she was “feeling a little beat up.” The chair of the Access Oceanside Association (AOA) appeared before council Monday night, looking for some financial support to attend the International Summit on Accessibility this July in Ottawa. She was asking for some help from the city to defray costs of attending the event, where she will be one of 25 speakers/ presenters and one of 500 delegates. Jennings said she has already purchased the flights for herself and her caregiver/husband John. She has been doing the rounds, asking councils and other organizations to help her with costs related to meals, accommodation and conference registration. She said she has been denied at every turn. “How hard do you have to beat your head against a wall,” Jennings said Tuesday. Jennings has been looking for help to cover about $2,450 in costs. “I’m sure if you go you will bring back a lot of useful information,” said Coun. Al Greir. “But this would be very low on the priority list of where we spend taxpayer money.” Coun. Marc Lefebvre, the city’s liaison to Jennings’ committee, said he wasn’t surprised by Greir’s response. “I’m used to it by now,” said Lefebvre, adding the trip to Ottawa “would not a be a trip to have fun and socialize.” Jennings also had a comeback for Greir. “Sir, you are not young and you are going to need (accessibility) services some day,” she said. While Jennings said she would learn, and bring back to share, best accessibility practices

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ith a minimal amount of theatrical political posturing, Parksville city council is getting things done. We are quick to point at what we perceive are faults in this space, so it’s only fair to give credit where credit is due. Case in point: less than two months ago, some local people appeared before council with an out-of-the-box idea for weed control. They wanted the city to change its bylaws so they could get a business licence and offer herds of goats to munch through unwanted vegetation on public and private lands. This request was sent to staff for the hard work. It returned in the form of bylaw changes for council to consider in quick order, and the amendments were given final approval Monday night. Much of this smooth and speedy operational attitude is due to the leadership of Chief Administrative Officer Fred Manson and what is clearly a driven and talented city staff. Mayor Chris Burger and council play a significant role too, moving items through the system with the appropriate amount of debate, keeping it mostly on topic, and respectfully listening to the appeals of the public while keeping a close eye on the public purse. Not all council decisions are unanimous, and it’s not like they hit a home run every time they face an issue. But it just seems to work. Coun. Bill Neufeld doesn’t think so, judging by his comments seemingly five minutes after he took his council seat for the first time a couple of years ago. He’s going to run for mayor, he told the world. Fair enough. There’s nothing like a little friction to induce colourful comments, but it does seem a shame, as a first-timer on council, Neufeld decided to be seen as a candidate for mayor instead of a councillor learning the ropes and focusing on issues. It could be argued he is doing just those things — it’s the perception of his motivation he tainted with his premature campaign announcement. Some of these current councillors might be defeated in the November election. Some might decide not to run. Things may change and get more theatrical as we get closer to the fall. And it helps that people in the city like the Orange Bridge Gateway Merchants come before council with plans to improve the city without using taxpayer money. But right now, there is balance, and the city machinery works. — Editorial by John Harding

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“Even the Canucks know, after three years, when it’s not working.” DAVE WILLIE see story page A1

Frankly, it’s time for Compliance to put up or shut up.

Re: ‘Coal Mine Application for operation near Buckley Bay still on hold’ (The NEWS, April 1). Kudos to NEWS editor John Harding for holding the feet of Compliance COO Stephen Ellis to the fire on Ellis’ statement of re-submitting their application on the Raven Coal Mine Project by the end of March. It comes as no surprise to many of us that once again Compliance has missed another self-imposed deadline. While Compliance has scheduled meetings with the provincial government in April to see how that would lead to their re-submission of an application, they still have additional hurdles ahead on other fronts. The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (CEAA) on April 16, 2013 sent a request to Compliance for additional information, and until that requested information is provided to the CEAA, the CEAA review of the Raven Project is on hold as well. At this stage, Compliance hasn’t provided the information to the regulators or the public that they can actually do what they say they can do, and that’s operate a coal mine a scant five kilometers from Baynes Sound and build a coal port in Port Alberni that will not have a significant negative impact on the environment or surrounding communities. Until such time as they can produce credible information to the federal and provincial regulators along with the public, all of Compliance’s claims of the coal mine being a tremendous benefit to the economy of the area are hyperbole at best.

JOHN SNYDER Fanny Bay

ICF TRAILS FOR ALL Yet again we hear an announcement of “victory” from the ICF in the shape of a “deal” for $20 million from the three levels of government; enough, in the words of Graham Bruce, the CEO, to re-start the service. No definition of what “re-start” entails and all credible estimates of cost suggest figures well in excess of $100 million. I am a lover of train travel and had the pleasure last summer of taking the Eurostar train from London to Paris. Note that each of those cities have a population greater than all of Canada west of the Great Lakes. Train services are economically feasible only in densely populated areas, or between major cities. To restart the service here would be pouring money down the drain. There are many ways the money would be far better spent, e.g. health services, education. The inevitable image these repeated attempts to raid the public purse to fund rail services here conjures up is that of the Monty Python parrot sketch, where the hapless shopkeeper tries repeatedly to convince the customer that the parrot is alive, when it is patently obvious that the parrot is dead. For a fraction of the cost, turn the rail corridor over to recreational purposes such as hiking and biking, so that it can be enjoyed by all.

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CATSPAN SUCCESS CatSpan volunteers would like to thank the many people who helped make our recent book and garage sale a $6,800 success. The annual food bill is assured but we are not letting any grass grow under our feet because we still have to pay the vet bills. Each feral cat can cost up to $180 to neuter, treat and vaccinate and CatSpan can’t recover any of the money through adoption fees because the cats are wild and therefore not adoptable. So we are moving into our next fundraiser with our Cocktails for Cats at Morningstar Golf Course in Parksville coming up on April 26. This is a silent auction and more, serving appetizers and good times. Our famous cat beds will also be available for sale at the auction…in spring colours no less. Tickets for the auction are $25 (to be pre-sold) and are available at Bosleys in Parksville or from Heather 250-468-5527 or heatherhenderson@shaw.ca. Heather will be delighted to hear from you if you like cats and want to help them by donating an auction item (goods or service). Our goal is to reduce the number of feral cats by neutering them and giving them whatever quality of life we can. You can keep up to date with our work on facebook. We are pleased to find so many people in our community who support the concept of trap/neuter/return with an increasing number of people using our services to help feral cats. Given the generous community response to our work we expect the tickets will sell out quickly.

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Rules to write by Yes, they do it in St. Albert, AB and it’s very successful. PATRICIA LEE Qualicum Beach

It’s a lovely idea, as long as they keep the dogs away and young people have all the jobs they want. LOUISE RENNING

Sure, if it means properties will look better. JOHN SOUTH Qualicum Beach

Sure, if it helps cut down on the carbon footprint. BOB ROWE Qualicum Beach

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Re: letter Jim Bergot ‘s letter ‘Don’t subsidize green energy’ (The NEWS, March 25). In his letter, Bergot laments the fact that users of Qualicum Beach’s electric vehicle chargers do not pay for their electricity. In fact, I believe no EV user is foolish enough to believe that won’t change. Already, one must tap a valid credit card to unlock the charger for use, and in my humble opinion, governments will not let that tax source go untapped for very long. I do sympathize with Bergot, however, because his typical refill of gas costs $65, which implies a large vehicle such as a pick-up or large SUV. If that monster has to be refilled two or more times per month, his annual fuel bill must be painful indeed. If we knew our provincial government was spending our taxes wisely, we could take some comfort, but Gordon Campbell’s insistence — and Christy Clark’s agreement — to subsidizing the disastrous run-of-the-river fiasco has put Hydro so far into the red, they are having to raise rates precipitously. And I won’t even get into the lack of infrastructure maintenance or the smart meters that seem to alienate so many users. But please note this: the public EV chargers in Qualicum Beach are nominally 6 kW machines. BC Hydro’s website claims our rates are second lowest in Canada, at 8.91 cents/kWh. If I charged our Nissan Leaf for one hour, the cost to Qualicum Beach would be less than 53 cents. When the new rates increase 40 per cent, that would still be less than 75 cents. Now if I visited the drug store, the grocery store and a local restaurant, the taxes I pay would cover that and a lot more. And why do I shop in Qualicum Beach? Because I find the EV charger a strong incentive to go here rather than Parksville or Courtenay, who do not have conveniently-located chargers. At this time, Nanaimo has the only fast charger this side of Duncan, and they wisely placed it in their downtown core, as will Qualicum Beach. The only time we have had to wait in line for a charger was for that one. However, it only took a few minutes for the previous car to finish charging. I predict that such a unit will draw many EV users off the highway and out of nearby communities into our downtown. For the sake of future generations, I just wish there were more of us. NELSON EDDY Deep Bay

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Canada’s Conservative political elite is once Thursday, April 17, 2014 again focusing on a “power-couple,” and mo- Date: torized Machiavellian machinations of their Time: 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm Esteemed Leader. A few years back, antics of a “power-couple” startled the capital press corps Location: The Beach Club Resort, (Oceanic Ballroom) 181 Beach Drive, Parksville with the sudden defection to the Liberal ranks of Tory superstar Belinda Stronach, leaving a is the zoning amendment about? bitter breakup with Tory Deputy Leader Peter What Application to rezone to Comprehensive Development to permit MacKay in her wake. Mixed Commercial / Residential. Who can forget those pitiful pictures of Peter parading his pooch on Poppa’s potato patch. Then a nasty canine-gender-specific word fol- Questions or Comments? contact Radcliffe Development Corporation lowed the jilter across the floor of the House Of Please Telephone: 250 954 1777 email: info@radcliffe.ca Commons; it was hurled by the jiltee, in what is loosely defined as debate in that once-revered parliamentary chamber. More recently another Tory “power couple” were shown no mercy by the aforementioned PQB News - Thursday, April 10, 2014 Esteemed Leader; Helena Geurgis and Rahim ROP ~ 3col x 3” Jaffer fell out of favour, and received lasting tire-imprints from being quickly thrown under the PM’s bus. PLEASE FAX BACK CORRECTIONS/APPROVAL BY___________________________________________ fax # 250-248-4655 Today, it’s that not-so-lovable “power cou#4-154 Middleto Avenu PLEASE PROOF CAREFULLY! PROOF OK WITH ple” of Dimitri Soudas and Eva Adams who are Parksville, B.C APPROVED CHANGES V9P 2H THE ATTACHED PROOF IS FOR APPROVAL. Please ensure everything is correct. By requesting this proof, the client crossing the road to ruin. Soudas was summariLINDA ADAMS accepts all responsibility for the accuracy of this ad. ly dispatched beneath the Tory bus, and we can 250-905-0014 • fax: 250-248-4655 www.pqbnews.com ladams@pqbnews.com already hear it revving up in the PM’s garage, having been fitted with heavy-duty tires with maxi-grip studs, ready to roll over MP Adams, save your your bottles bottles until too. Others to have met their fate under the bus save until include suspended Senators Duffy, Brazeau Saturday, April 12th Saturday, April 12th and Wallin; all learned the hard way that he 9am - 3pm who is now doubling as bus-driver-in-chief, 9 am 3 pmDepot Parksville Bottle &-Recycling was the same one they considered as their BFF 611 Alberni Highway Parksville Bottle & Recycling Depot when he appointed them. AlberniAfrican Highway Your refundables611 will support grandmothers raising Seems that “forever” has no place in the Estheir grandchildren orphaned by AIDS. You can also Your refundables support African teemed Leader’s vocabulary with an election donate your bottle refundswill ongoingly to the Oceanside grandmothers raising their grandchildren orphaned year on the horizon. Grandmothers To Grandmothers cause by telling the

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I feel the need to reply to a letter (The NEWS, March 7) from Maureen Shakespeare about the Qualicum Beach Seniors’ Centre anniversary celebration and its move to the present location. Although Ann Klees was mentioned by Mayor Teunis Westbroek during his time to speak, I agree that her name was omitted in the newspaper article. Likely this was because Ann had left the centre previous to the move. Had the occasion been to celebrate the early years, that would have been different. Ann did receive a written invitation to attend, but could not because of a family commitment. She has assured me that she intends to come into the centre at some future date. I assure you, Maureen, that no disrespect was intended. All of the members who have been with us since the centre’s inception are well aware of the tremendous contribution that Ann made.

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Sales said where previous OCP reviews were larger endeavours, this is a “subtle change to the OCP” as the GCB is only in the OCP briefly. One of the key considerations this time around is whether this is a minor amendment to the RDN’s Regional Growth Strategy, Sales said. Fox McKinley stated in his presentation he believes this is clearly a major amendment. Sales said the change, which would align the GCB with the town’s municipal boundary, does not imply that the rural lands outside of the town’s Urban Containment Boundary will ever be developed for urban use. The McKinleys disagreed, Deborah stating it would open the floodgates for development and she pitched a sarcastic resort proposal to help make her point. Mayor Teunis Westbroek said 20 years ago there was a serious concern in the RDN about too much uncontrolled growth, so the GCB agreement was made. “I think if we are going to change that I think that is a big issue because we’ll go right back to where we were 20 years ago.” He made a motion to hold off on the Growth Containment Boundary change until the next OCP review and said that could start next year. Tanner was the only councillor to support the motion and it failed. Luchtmiejer said that although peo-

ple have insisted this amendment is happening simply to pass a proposal by Pheasant Glen, that is not the case. “Pheasant Glen definitely did play a part in the fact that when there was a proposal by them it came to light that we had to go to people who weren’t even elected in our community to ask their approval and the more you look at that the more you realize that it is a governance issue that we need to resolve,” he said, suggesting it was probably overlooked at the last OCP review because perhaps it wasn’t relevant.

. . . it will be very easy for this council to do whatever they want with Pheasant Glen if that Growth Containment Boundary doesn’t get in the way SCOTT TANNER

Tanner said the amendment has everything to do with Pheasant Glen. “The second this is passed and moved down to the RDN, my understanding is the Pheasant Glen application will come forward and it will be very easy for this council to do whatever they want with Pheasant Glen if that Growth Containment Boundary doesn’t get in the way‚“ said Tanner. The motion to give first reading to the bylaw passed with Brouilette, Luchtmiejer and Willie voting in favour

and Westbroek and Tanner opposed. There were a number of comments from the gallery following the meeting showing disapproval of the vote, including Kevin Monahan, who said the single information meeting held by the town on the issue was not well advertised and was not adequate. He felt the brakes should be put on the whole process and public consultations should be held. A public hearing is one of the most frustrating experiences, he added, because people don’t get responses from council. A public hearing has been set for April 22 at 7 p.m. at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. Also, briefly, from Monday night: • Dormers on the south facade of the College Heights heritage building may be increased in height to accommodate an elevator shaft in one of them, after council passed a motion requesting staff to prepare a development permit on the change. Council also gave second reading to eliminating the LEED silver equivalency requirement and replacing it with a Built Green requirement. And lastly, council rescinded a previous motion requiring a performance bond from the developer and instead passed a motion to accept a condition on the covenant which says the developer can’t occupy the next phase until the condition is met.

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Willie went on to cite different recycling programs which have proved effective such as programs for tires and paint. Deputy board chair Diane Brennan, who represents Nanaimo, said “this is simply the newspaper’s point of view, that’s all it is, there is no factual basis.” Brennan claimed “all they (the newspapers) are saying is that they don’t want to pay their part and I don’t think it’s adequate for us to take their side.”

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Royal Canadian Legion & Ladies Auxiliary Qualicum Beach Branch 76 Branch 76 funds are generated entirely through the efforts of our volunteers. Over the past year, $22,900.00 was donated in support of the following: Oceanside Youth Society Okanagan Military Tattoo Society Qualicum District Curling Club Juvenile Team Quest University Bursary Salvation Army Society of Organized Services (SOS) Tour de Rock (Cops for Cancer) University of Victoria Bursary Vancouver Naval Veterans Band Veterans Broadmead Lodge Wheels for Wellness Wounded Warriors Canada

893 Beaufort Squadron Air Cadets Arrowsmith Search & Rescue Cassandra Kallas School of Highland Dance Family Resource Association Haven House Society Legion Foundation Legion Foundation for Transition House Mount Arrowsmith Pipe Band Association Nanaimo Military Museum North Island Wildlife Recovery Oceanside Hospice Oceanside Navy League Cadet Corps.

Contributions from our community to the Branch 76 2013 Poppy Campaign enabled us to donate $15,815.00 in support of the following: 893 Beaufort Squadron Air Cadets BC/Yukon Legion Foundation for Trevor Green Bursary for Post-secondary Schooling Grants to Service Personnel & Dependants Navy League Cadet Corps Admiral Yanow

Student Awards for the Poppy Campaign Poster Competition The Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps Esquimalt Veterans Transition Program for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Through the efforts of our volunteers and your donations Branch 76 was able to donate $38,715 back to our community. We appreciate the community’s support of Legion programs and activities. If you would like to know more about us, or want to join our Branch, you can find us at: 180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach (250-752-9632) www.legion76.ca and https://www.facebook.com/QualicumLegion

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at 7:00 pm at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, to receive representations from all persons who believe their interest in property to be affected by the proposed amendments to “Town of Qualicum Beach Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 700, 2011” and “Town of Qualicum Beach Land Use and Subdivision Bylaw No. 580, 1999” listed below. A copy of the bylaws may be inspected at the Municipal Office of the Town of Qualicum Beach, #201 – 660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, except statutory holidays, from April 11 to April 22, 2014. “Town of Qualicum Beach Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 700, 2011, Amendment (Growth Containment Boundary) Bylaw No. 700.10, 2014”. If approved, “Town of Qualicum Beach Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 700, 2011” will be amended as follows: a) Replace Map Schedule 2.1 “Land Use” with a map schedule showing the Growth Containment Boundary at the municipal boundary. b) On “Policies” page 2-6, insert policy six (6): “The Town shall manage growth through an Urban Containment Boundary that is independent of the Growth Containment Boundary in the Regional Growth Strategy. The alignment of the Growth Containment Boundary at the municipal boundary does not imply that rural lands outside of the Town’s Urban Containment Boundary will ever be developed for urban use.” c) On Appendix ‘B’ Regional Context Statement, amend Goal 4 (1) by checking “No” under “Consistency between OCP and RGS” and inserting the following under “OCP Reference”, ”To ensure that the Official Community Plan is responsive to future needs, the Town will manage growth through an Urban Containment Boundary that is independent of the Growth Containment Boundary in the RGS.” “Town of Qualicum Beach Land Use and Subdivision Bylaw No. 580, 1999, Amendment (274 Mill Rd) Bylaw No. 580.74, 2014” If approved, “Town of Qualicum Beach Land Use and Subdivision Bylaw No. 580, 1999” would be amended to permit a two-lot subdivision, specifically as follows: (a) “Schedule 6A – Zoning Map” will be amended by changing the zoning designation of Lot C, Plan 2005, DL 56, Newcastle District (274 Mill Road) from Residential 14 Zone (R14) to Small Lot Residential 1 Zone (SLR-1) as shown outlined in a heavy black line on Figure 1. (b) “Schedule 7A – Subdivision District Map” will be amended by changing the designation of Lot C, Plan 2005, DL 56, Newcastle District (274 Mill Road) from Subdivision District ‘D’ to Subdivision District ‘J’ as highlighted and outlined in a heavy black line on Figure 1.

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Spring is in the air The leaves bud and the Leafs fall, every spring

bit ears at chest level facing away from the TV and had to keep perfectly still. When I was a boy in Toronto Well, at least one of us could enthere were two sure signs of spring: joy watching the Leafs lose. the leaves were budding and the Spring also brought other joys. Leafs were falling. Every Saturday All I could think of on Saturday night as March led into April, my mornings was playing baseball dad and I would gather in the base- with the other kids on the street. ment, turn on our ancient black But Mom had other ideas. April and white television, and mourn Saturdays were devoted to washanother dreadful season of futility. ing windows, cleaning up a winMind you, watching the game was ter’s worth of dog doodie from the no easy chore at any time. backyard and hanging the blankets To begin with, mom always on the line so they would smell commandeered the color TV up- ‘springtime fresh.’ I’m sure that’s stairs for the inexplicable pur- the only reason I never got to play pose of watching The Lawrence centerfield for the Blue Jays. InWelk Show. Her TV stead of spring training was hooked up to the I got spring cleaning. antenna on the roof The final act was and got great recep- By Ray Smit washing out the kettle. tion. In contrast, the Mom would fill it half set downstairs only and half with water got one channel, the and vinegar and let it CBC. sit all day. By evening Dad could get pretit was like brand new. ty grumpy about the On the other hand, for lousy picture so I’d try weeks afterward dad to cheer him up with a would complain his few jokes. coffee tasted like fish “Hey, Dad, why don’t we put and chips. another antenna on the roof? Then I’ve adopted many of my parthe two antennas can get married.” ents’ habits. Every spring I go nuts “What?” Dad replied irritably and scrub every square inch of my trying to tune in the game. apartment. “Yeah, the ceremony won’t be I also boil out the kettle. Last much but the reception will be year I bought a great big jug of great!” Dad ignored me. vinegar and poured it straight into He was still fiddling with the the kettle. Then, just to be sure, I knobs but it was impossible to tell plugged it in and let it boil. if we were watching Hockey Night After that I headed to my room In Canada or Ice Station Zebra. to write my column. I thought that another joke My brother popped in a few would help. minutes later and said something “Hey, dad, did you ever watch about making an instant coffee. the Flintstones? When Fred moves I ran into the kitchen just in time the rabbit ears, they belong to a to watch Jay take a swig of cafe au real bunny. Then they do a close vinegar. I must say he did a really up and the bunny shrugs and says, impressive spit take. ‘It’s a living!’ Isn’t that funny?” Anyway, it’s spring again. My Dad didn’t laugh but he did get apartment is clean. My coffee a gleam in his eye. smells like fish and chips and the He handed me the rabbit ears Leafs will miss the playoffs for the and sat down. eighth time in nine years. It’s nice “Okay, move the ears up, back, to know that some things never to the left, to the right. Eventually change. he found the perfect spot. The picRay Smit’s column appears evture was fantastic. The only prob- ery second Thursday in The NEWS. lem was that I was holding the rabE-mail: raymondsmit@shaw.ca.

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Impala leaps impressively to the top contemporary style favoured by The 2014 Chevrolet Impala is the many competitors. Its lines actubest domestic sedan ever, really? ally lean closer towards classy, That was the question front of rather than sporty. mind when I heard such a boast Let’s open the driver’s door. As its from a General Motors execuoutward appearance suggests, tive recently. Well, he’s paid to it is roomy inside with Business say that, I thought, but then he Class legroom in the rear! And the backed up the assertion with business class theme continues something that surprised me more. After spending a with the use of quality materials throughout. The hypercritical Consumer ReControls are logically placed ports organization had just given week in an Impala, I have to admit it and easy to operate with one the full-size sedan a 95-point score: No other domestic car had softened my cynicism exception. The standard infotainment system, which features an ever topped the sedans ratings to the point of almost eight-inch touch screen, is not in 20 years of rating cars by buying the hype. nearly as intuitive as I would like. bothsegment and style. And, just I would need to spend an hour to offer a bit more perspective to Keith Morgan with the manual to get it to perthis remarkable score: the fourform for me. The reason I don’t door was just behind the expendo that ahead of time is because I want to test sive Tesla Model S ultra-luxury hatchback with these systems against my iPad/iPod. Apple is 99 points and the BMW 1 Series coupe at 97. the benchmark. Get over it, guys! Mimic Apple After spending a week in an Impala, I have rather than try to reinvent the wheel and come to admit it softened my cynicism to the point up with a pale imitation. There’s a nifty secuof almost buying the hype. Explanation of my rity feature offered though that I must praise. continued reservations to follow. The screen emerges from the dash, revealing It wouldn’t take much imagination for designers a small storage bin that can be secured with a to turn out a more handsome Impala than its four-digit code. predecessor. But this long-looking car manages Let’s roll. The tester was equipped with a to look sharp and streamlined but not so overly 3.6-litre V6 DI with FlexFuel capability, including aggressive in stance, which is more often the

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A Ford Euro car for the Americas Ford has done an excellent job of using its worldwide expertise to bring some very practical, yet fun to drive, small cars to North America. Using Europeans to build the Ford Focus and Fiesta for a worldwide market enabled the manufacturer to bring these superb handling cars virtually unchanged to our shores. On top of that, Ford is also selling their sportiest ST versions of both these cars. The Focus ST was introduced last year and this year we get the Fiesta ST “hot hatch”. I’ve been a huge fan of the Fiesta. In fact, I prefer it to the bigger Focus, it is a perfect city runabout with go-cart like handling and a stylish little package. Looks For 2014, all Fiesta models get a minor facelift with a new front grille and headlights. The ST is easy to spot because of the black honeycomb grille with an ST badge, bigger alloy wheels, a rear spoiler hang-

ered manual shifter. The back seat has always been tight in the Fiesta; this is perfect for a single person or couple, not the best for a family. Drive In an era of cars that almost drive themselves, the Fiesta ST is a throwback to a timewhen the driver felt connected to the machine. The suspension is much firmer than the regular Fiesta, almost harsh over bumpy roads but the feedback to the driver through the tight steering ratio, firm chassis and the grippy Recaro seats is superb. The turbocharged, direct injection 1,6L Ecoboost engine pumps out 197hp. Only sold with a super-slick manual

ing over the rear window, a bigger rear air diffuser with twin exhaust tips and blacked out trim around the windows. The ST looks like it means business. There are two exterior options that might be worth the money. Upgraded paint colours like ‘Molten Orange’ or ‘Green Envy Metallic’ cost $400 and the smoked grey wheels with red brake This Fiesta ST calipers cost $500 more. The base ST at $24,999 comes very well equipped and is a gem in the is ready to cause some trouble. subcompact class, Inside delivering great The first thing that pops right out on the ST interior are the two heavily bol- economy, fabulous stered Recaro sports seats. These are not interior and plenty of meant for big people, you just won’t fit. smiles. They are snug and supportive but lack some simple, yet important Zack Spencer adjustments. The front of the seat sits much higher than the back so your backside is very low with your knees pointing up. This produces a sporty feel initially but on longer trips, the lack of adjustment prevents the driver from being able to stretch their legs. The dash has been updated to include a MyFord Touch screen for radio, phone, navigation and climate functions. The screen is rather small and far away from the driver, which makes accessing the small, virtual buttons on the screen a challenge. However, it does look much better than the older Fiesta dash. The ST comes standard with very powerful front seat heaters, automatic climate control, a fat leather steering wheel with redundant radio controls and a leather cov-

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SUN., APR. 13 PST (M) (FT) 04:58 4.2 13.8 11:33 1.8 5.9 17:50 4 13.1 23:32 2.3 7.5 MON., APR. 14 PST (M) (FT) 05:24 4.2 13.8 12:04 1.5 4.9 18:33 4.1 13.5 TUES., APR. 15 PST (M) (FT) 00:10 2.5 8.2 05:51 4.3 14.1 12:37 1.2 3.9 19:16 4.3 14.1

WED., APR. 16 PST (M) (FT) 00:49 2.6 8.5 06:20 4.3 14.1 13:12 1 3.3 20:01 4.4 14.4 THURS., APR. 17 PST (M) (FT) 01:30 2.8 9.2 06:51 4.3 14.1 13:50 0.9 3.0 20:49 4.4 14.4 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

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SOS Volunteer Peter Austin helps set up for Seniors are Talking every Wednesday at SOS.

enough about others in the community, and choose to give their time and energy to SOS. “To be able to share this recognition with our volunteers [this] week, and recognize volunteers who have been with us since day one, makes this National Volunteer Week extra special,” added Sutherland. —Submitted by the SOS

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Centre

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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

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Featured Events for the Week

NANOOSE NATURALISTS

QB FARMERS MARKET

APRIL 11-13TH

7pm, Nanoose Library Hall/ NW Bay Road. All welcome. See nanoosenaturalists.org.

SHELLSHOCKED MOVIES

Doors/6pm, 370 Crome Point Rd, Bowser $10. Robin Rivers, 1-866-288-7878, rrivers@naturetrust.bc.ca.

MID IS. FLORAL WORKSHOP 1:45pm, St. Stephens Church Hall, 150 Village Way, QB. 250-937-1350, mifaclub2000@gmail.com

HIGH TEA BY THE SEA Tues/April 8-May 27, Deep Bay Marine Stn. All$20 each. 250-740-6609.

WORK OF BYRON KATIE

6:30pm, PCC. By donation. PV Shift in Action 954-1002.

FRI. APR. 11 OS STROKE RECOVERY 11am-1:30pm, St. Columba Presbyterian Hall, 921 Wembley Rd., PV. Bring lunch. 250-586-6766

MUSIC TRIVIA

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

8:30am-12pm, Veterans Way. The best in local foods & crafts. 250-951-6516.

QBMS BAND GARAGE SALE 10am-3pm, QB gym, 699 Claymore Rd. Brent Kellas: 250-752-9212

GARAGE & BAKE SALE 8:30am-2:00pm, QB Lawn Bowling Club, 665 Jones St @ 1st Ave. Largest in QB.

BOTTLE DRIVE

9:30am-3pm, OS Grandmothers. Bring refundable cans, bottles & containers to Encorp Return-It, 611 Alberni Hwy, PV. lornareid@ shaw.ca

PYSANKA WORKSHOP

9am-12pm, St. Mary Church, 594 Karls Way, PV. Make an Easter egg. $15/250-716-0589/register.

TRAVEL READY 2pm, Workshop/Bare Roots Studio, Unit #203-891 W. Is. Hwy. 19+/By Donation. 250-618-9906, lifereadymom@gmail.com, ravenpruden.wordpress.com.

Dr. Tara Macart

10 years healing Oceanside.

WHOLE PERSON, WHOLE FAMILY MEDICINE

Opti-Balance Naturopathic Medicine #4-161 Fern Road West, QB • 752-2711 www.opti-balance.com

Tue. April 15th - PHILOMENA, 1 pm, AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, 3 pm, ANCHORMAN 2: THE LEGEND CONTINUES, 6 pm. Wed. April 16th - AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, 1 pm, ANCHORMAN 2: THE LEGEND CONTINUES, 3 pm, PHILOMENA, 6 pm Thurs. April 17th - ANCHORMAN 2: THE LEGEND CONTINUES, 12:30pm, PHILOMENA, 3 pm. Special event April 17th, 7pm. Girl Guides are doing a film, Girl Rising, by donation. Admission $5.00 at door - Concessions Available. www.parksvillecentre.com

SAT. APR. 12

EAGLES MARKET/ BAKE SALE

SUN. APR. 13

SONGBIRDS CONCERT

COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS DANCE

2pm, Knox United Church, 345 Pym Street, PV. OS Stroke Rec. Fundraiser. $10/ door. 250-752-7435.

SD69 PARENT ED. DAY

SUN. APR. 13

10-11:30am, meet/SOS, 245 W. Hirst Ave., PV. Info & assistance re-Alcohol & Drug Use Disorder. Call Ray Deller, 250-714-9703 or smartrecovery@shaw.ca

SATURDAY STITCHING 1:30-3:30pm, PV Library, 100 Jensen Ave. E. All invited. 250-248-3841

FAMILY STORYTIME

10:30-11:15am, PV Library, 100 Jensen Ave E. Fancy Nancy. Wear your fanciest! 3-9yrs. 250-248-3841 x.4 8:30am-2pm, QB Lawn Bowling Club, 665 Jones St @ 1st Ave. Largest in QB.

• For pick-up or delivery only • Must mention coupon upon ordering

250-752-6693

LIVE MUSIC 7-11pm. CODI BAND! Shady Rest, 3109 W. Is. Hwy, QB.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST/ MARKET 8am-12pm, Lighthouse Comm. Hall, 240 Lions Way, QBay. Served by the QBay Lions. Info/table rentals: 778-424-9900, or info@ communityhall.ca.

KIDS CLOTHING SWOP

2:30-4:30pm, Rotary House, QB. Adults/Seniors $2.50. Bruce: 250-586-3743.

MON. APR. 14 OPEN MIC NIGHT

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

HIKING INFO

6:30-8:30pm, OS Arena, 830 W. Is. Hwy, PV. Register: 250-248-3252, $10

10am-2pm, PCCC, 132 E. Jensen Ave. OS Moms Sale/ joinus@oceanside-momsgroup.com. Reserve/$20.

QB SENIORS CARPET BOWLERS CLUB

BRAHMS’ REQUIEM

AFTERNOON TEA/DANCE

PV & District Comm. Choir & soloists.2:30pm, Knox United Church. Info: 250752-8130 $15/door.

MUSIC ON SUNDAY 2:30-4:30pm, The Old School House, QB. Info: 250752-6133, qbtosh@shaw. ca, www.theoldschoolhouse. org/MOSWint2014.html

PV UKULELE CIRCLE

2:30-4pm, at the MAC, 133 McMillan St, PV. $5/door. All welcome. Liz DeBarros, 0250 586 5803.

WED. APR. 16

PQ LINUX/ANDROID USERS

TIMBERLINE DANCE

BIRD WALKS

MOVIES AT THE PCCC

9am-1pm, 281-A Pioneer Cres. PV. Tables $10. Bill Smith: 250-248-8103, panorama20@gmail.com.

TUE. APR. 15 6:30pm, A & W Restaurant, 540 Is. Hwy E, Parksville. Bring your laptop, Android device or Chromebook.

APRIL 15TH-17TH

GARAGE & BAKE SALE

A N Y SI ZE PI ZZ A t 2nd Half Price! Buy 1, Ge of equal or lesser value

SLEGG REALTY

Central Vancouver Island Orchid Society’s Annual Show & Sale, Nanaimo North Town Centre. Friday: 9:30am-9-pm, Saturday: 9:30am-5:30pm, Sunday 11am-4pm. AOS judged show, potting demo with Q&A, Saturday & Sunday at 1pm.

SMART RECOVERY

Naturopathic Physician

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ORCHID SOCIETY’S SHOW & SALE

8:30am4:30pm, Kwalikum Secondary School, 266 Village Way, QB. 19+/$30. 250-240-0750. Register @ bcparented.wordpress.com.

Lifestyle of convenience – Lifetime of consequences.

Reputable • Courteous • Service Direct: 250.228.4224 • gls@shaw.ca

Mon&Wed/12:45pm, QB Civic Centre. 250-752-1156 2-5pm, Coombs Rodeo Grds Hall. $5 (musicians free). 250-738-1661.

9am, PV/QB from PV Beach Comm. Park. 250-9541928, nmrobins@telus.net

QB ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA GROUP 1:30-3pm, Caregiver’s support. Comm. Rm., Gardens/ QB. 1-800-462-2833

THE MAC PAINTERS

10am-3pm, McMillan Arts Ctre. Openings for artists wishing to share studio time. 4 sessions/$20. Info: 250-248-8185, Mary Unger meu01@shaw.ca

DROP-IN MUSIC JAM

ZUMBA

5:30-6:30pm, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. 19+/$10. 250-713-3817, brittany@ greenhouse-marketing.ca

WED. APR. 16 EAGLECREST GARDEN CLUB 7pm, QBCC. Paul Wurz, on Growing Rhododendrons. Info: 250-752-6129.

7-10pm, PV Legion, 146 West Hirst St. Adults/FREE. Info: Bill Wilson 250-7528542, laveer@shaw.ca

7pm-8pm, The MAC, 133, McMillan St, PV. (12-18 years). FREE/15 limit. Bring instrument. 250-248-8185, parksvillecirclejam@shaw. ca. On FB/Free Youth/Teen Music Jam at The MAC.

THU. APR. 17 PAUL ARMITAGE IN CONCERT 7pm, PV Comm. Ctre. By donation. Shift in Action Group 954 1002

Need Assistance with Daily Tasks?

Marion’s TLC

Supporting Seniors at Home

Is here for YOU! Reasonable Rates! Call Today! Home: 250-951-0623

Marion Scott Cell: 250-240-0631

CARPET BOWLING

8:45am-11:30am, April 14th & 16th, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. $2. 250-2480676, cwoods3@shaw.ca

TUE. APR. 15 WRITING GROUP 3-5pm, Pacific Brimm, PV. Bring pencil, paper. Info: Anita Roy, 250-468-5400

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

Family Dentistry

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

(Across from Thrifty Foods)

250-586-4404

#3 - 180 - 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach

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Coupon valid Sun. - Thurs. from 5 - 9pm, until April 30, 2014

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

IN MEMORIAM

COMING EVENTS

INFORMATION

ATTENTION CRAFTERS the 25th Annual Nanaimo Professional Craft Fair, Beban Park, Nanaimo, is on Nov 7, 8, & 9th, 2014. Register by May 30th to get a discount. Call 250-797-6544. www.nanaimo professionalcraftfair.com

BOW HORN BAY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING For the purpose of electing three Trustees for 3 year terms: to present the financial statements for 2013; and to discuss past and future works. To be held at the Fire Hall 220 Lions Way in Qualicum Bay, Tuesday, April 15, 2014, at 7:00 pm

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 NANOOSE The most Famous Baskets in the World! www.welcomewagon.ca

KARLHEINZ KURZ Karlheinz passed away April 2, 2014 at 91 years of age. His passion was photography. He carried on a business in Parksville for quite some time and had numerous photo awards to his credit from New York. He enjoyed his house by the golf course in Qualicum Beach, then spent his last years being well looked after by the caring staff at Little Mountain Manor. Should friends so desire, donations can be made in his memory to the Canadian Cancer Society.

In loving memory

George Adams August 24, 1933 - April 13, 2008 As time unfolds another year Memories keep you ever near Silent thoughts of time together Holds memories that will last forever Forever loved and missed. Mel, Janice, Tracy, Dave & families

For those who love, time is not. Missing you today and always.

BOATERS CARD!! Three evening classroom discussion and course on safe boating leading up to the exam to qualify for a PCOC, or Pleasure Craft Operators card. Tuesdays and Thursday May 6, 8 and 13. 6:30-9:30. $80/pp Course lead by ISPA qualified YachtMaster Instructor. Ages 15 an up. Class size limited PREREGISTRATION NECESSARY. 250-937-8046 BRADLEY CENTRE Members & guests. Pancake Breakfast April 13,2014. 8:30 -11:30 am

IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, thatâ€™s your business. Want to STOP, we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous. 1-800-883-3968

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

Dorothy Donkersley

January 31, 1943 â€“ April 3, 2014 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our wife, mother, grandma, and sister Dorothy Donkersley. Dorothy lost a very short battle with cancer. Her husband and three sons were at her bedside when she passed away. She leaves behind her husband Ken and three sons Greg (Rhonda), Tim (Anne), Brad (Elsje) and her grandchildren, Chelsea, Adam, Sydney, Nash, Peyton, Duane, Rhythm, Josh, sister Peggy, and many friends. Dorothy was born in Edmonton and moved to Victoria as a teenager with her parents where she met Ken. She spent the last 25 years managing Ken-Dor Garden Centre, which she started with Ken. When she wasnâ€™t working at the Garden Centre, she could usually be found at the golf course or spending the winter in Palm Springs. Dorothy was predeceased by her parents and grandson Christian (2007).

May you forever rest in peace, Mom.

Service will be held at Yates Funeral Chapel

Saturday, April 19 at 1:00 pm. With a reception following at 578 Wain Road, Parksville

Ellen Beatrice (Nell) GODWIN

(nee Webb) October 14, 1911 â€“ April 4, 2014 Born in Edmonton, Alberta, Nell spent WWI in Yorkshire, England, with her mother and aunts while her Dad fought in Europe. They returned to Edmonton following the war where Nell was to spend her life until moved to Vancouver Island in 2006 by her daughter, Gerri. Nell was always busy; she took active part in many sports as well as instructing and has several hundred students who will attest to this. She was one of many volunteers who taught Aussies and Newzies the basic elements of skiing during WWII. Incidentally, Nell was born the year that the Edmonton Ski Club was formed and celebrated many birthdays with the Club which is still an active institution. Nell downhill skied until she was 86 when she figured her knees would lose their girlish shape if she didnâ€™t stop. This immediately gave her the time to hone her golf game which allowed her to maintain a very respectable handicap. First and foremost, Nell was a born musician. Today she might have been thought a prodigy but â€˜back thenâ€™ it was more of an amusing talent but she was encouraged to take lessons. The classics were not her forte and she happily switched to jazz, boogie woogie, and other contemporary music. At one point, following the death of her beloved husband, Don, she bought and played a beautiful organ to add to her skills of ukulele, guitar, flute, and a very brief stint (thankfully) with the clarinet. Nell played with the Edmonton Cosmopolitan Concert Band until her hearing became too impaired to continue. As the second woman in Alberta to be licensed for motorcycle driving, Nell sped around Edmonton streets on a single-cylinder Indian with her â€œHarleyâ€? husband, Don. Later, with the advent of child, they sold one bike and bought a sidecar which they used until Don joined the Army in WWII. During the 1960s, Don developed cancer and once again Nelly bought a (100 cc Japanese) motorbike to transport her quickly between home and work to take care of her beloved until his untimely death in 1971. She kept the bike for some ten years until she discovered that driving it to Calgary to visit her daughter and family might cause it to disintegrate. Nell moved into a delightful suite in Parksville in 2006 from which she and Gerri busily investigated the Island life until an auto accident put an end to some of her activities and resulted in her decision to move to Halliday House, one she never regretted. She loved the staff and enjoyed the banter with the other residents right to the end. Her extensive family travelled here frequently to visit and be regaled by her wicked sense of humour. She will be greatly missed by her daughter, Gerri; four grandchildren,Don (Angie) Hemphill, Leslie Thomas (Steve Bonner), Kathleen (Dale) Wilker, Barbara Hemphill (Stephen Hinrich); nine great-grand-children, and one darling wee great-great-granddaughter plus numerous extended family, friends and co-musicians. Now, how does one play a harp....?!? To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM, (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

TRAVEL GETAWAYS LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Spring Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Building Inspector I District of Kitimat, full time permanent bargaining unit position wage range $36.33/hr - $43.63/hr, over 2 years. Duties include plan checking reviews, inspections and enforcement functions related to building construction to ensure conformance with legislation, regulations and standards, and explaining and enforcing municipal bylaws. Preferred applicants will have a Technology Certificate related to building construction or equivalent; BOABC level 2 certification and a Class 5 driverâ€™s license. Submit applications by April 30, 2014, 4:30 p.m., to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat B.C. V8C 2H7, Tel 250-632-8900, Fax 250632-4995, or by e-mail at dok@kitimat.ca. Community information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca. Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Food Service Manager

Stanford Place CareCampus Responsible for overall operational management of department, Master Menu & supervision of F.S. staff QualiďŹ cations: â€˘ Current CSNM certification â€˘ 5 years Food Service exp. Submit resume Attn: Human Resources Mail: 250 Craig Street Parksville, BC V9P 0A7 Fax:(250) 951-0812 jobs@stanfordplace.ca

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

PLACES OF WORSHIP

In Loving Memory of

BILL HUTCHINSON (Hutch) Bill passed away from a heart attack Dec 12, 2013 in Parksville, BC at the age of 85. He was born in Cadillac, Sk. on Jan 6, 1928 and later resided in Regina, Calgary, and Red Deer where he worked as a mechanic for the City of Red Deer until his retirement in 1984. Predeceased by parents William and Anna Hutchinson and son Gregory Hutchinson, he will be lovingly remembered by his daughters Debra Frankham (Chuck Hainsworth) of Regina and Diane Ellingham (Albert Mayer) of Moose Jaw along with his sister Mrs. Marion Baxter of Calgary and brothers James Hutchinson (Aryel) of Red Deer and Robert Hutchinson of Duncan BC as well as many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews who remember him fondly as “Uncle Bill”. “Hutch” will be remembered for his love of the outdoors and a lifelong passion for motorcycling and motocross which he often competed in and won. In his later years he was also an active volunteer with Oceanside Stroke Recovery and Aaronglen Lodge in Parksville. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday April 13th at 2:00 pm at Windsor Court Recreation Center at 454 Morison Ave. Parksville, BC. Parking is available on the street only please.

Lottie(neeJane Archer Greenwood) August 2, 1921 – April 5, 2014 “But oh for the touch of a vanished hand and the sound of a voice that is still” Lord Alfred Tennyson

Lottie Jane Archer of Qualicum Beach passed away peacefully in the presence of her loving husband of 73 years, Kenneth David Archer, her eldest son David, and her daughter Terrill. She is survived by her husband Ken; sons, David and Robert (Belle) ; daughter, Terrill (Paul); grandchildren, Cory, Lisa, Ian, and Alistair; great-grandchildren, Kaylee, Toni, Katherine, Neala, Logan, and Megan; step-granddaughters, Melinda, Lee, and Heather. Even though Lottie was fiercely proud of her Alberta ranch land heritage, her dream was to live by the ocean. She and Ken fulfilled that dream in 1980 when they moved from Calgary to Qualicum Beach. In their new island home, Lottie made many friends through her involvement with the Qualicum Beach Golf Club, her bridge clubs, and as an original member of the first dragon boat team in the Central Vancouver Island area - A Breast of Life. She was a proud cancer survivor who began paddling at the age of 74 and retired her paddle at 80 at the Alcan Dragon Boat Festival in Vancouver. Lottie also believed that it was important to give back to her community and was actively involved as a volunteer for the Red Cross Society, the Canadian Cancer Society, Trillium Lodge, and the Qualicum Beach Residents’ Society. Lottie’s qualities as a devoted parent, loving grandparent, true friend, and loving wife will be missed by so many. The family extends their gratitude to the 3rd floor staff at The Gardens in Qualicum Beach for their professional and compassionate care during Lottie’s final years. “Did you ever know that you’re my hero? You’re everything I wish I could be. I could fly higher than an eagle ‘cause you are the wind beneath my wings.” Bette Midler

To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements

Sunshine passes, shadows fall; Love’s remembrance outlasts all.

God still heals and is the kindest person you’ll ever meet! Join us on Sundays

5:00pm

At the Salvation Army Church

on the Alberni Highway, near the Rod & Gun.

All welcome! More info at:

www.jerichoroad-church.com DEATHS

DEATHS

Mills, George (Rowland) 1937 - 2014

George (Rowland) Mills went to be with his Lord on April 4th, 2014. He was born in Perth, Scotland in 1937 and moved to Canada with his wife and family in 1968. He was employed as a nurse and nurse educator in Britian and Canada before retiring to the Island in 1993. Rowland lived his life dedicated to humbly serving God, the church, and his family. He leaves to mourn his passing his devoted wife of 53 years, Wilma; daughter Judy, son-in-law Jeff, daughter-in-law Sarah; grandchildren Isaiah, Gillian, Laura, Robert, Julia and sister Mina in Scotland. He was predeceased by son, Keith in 2009. Rowland enjoyed living in Qualicum Beach and over the years volunteered his time with QB Garden Club, The Heritage Forest Preservation, Milner Gardens and COPS. We wish to thank the staff on the 3rd floor of The Gardens for their excellent and loving care. A special thanks also goes to Dr. Haslett for his support through this difficult time. A funeral service was held on April 9, 2014 at Qualicum Beach Baptist Chuch. Thank you to Qualicum Funeral Centre for taking care of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Gideon International or Parkinson’s Society BC.

EVELYN ARMSTRONG JOHNSON (STEPHENS) 1916-2014

It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Eve at Astoria in Nanaimo on April 6, 2014. She is survived by her 3 daughters: Marilyn (Merv) Hislop, Sharron (Gary) Somerville and Dorothy Mossey; 6 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren and was predeceased by her father Martin (1930), mother Grace (1956), brothers Donald (1945) and Tip (1980), and her husband Frank (1996). Eve was born and raised in Alberni. After one year of Normal School, she taught grades 1-8 in Alberni before marrying Frank (1940). They resided in Vancouver, Cumberland, and North Vancouver before retiring to Eaglecrest in 1972, where she lived until turning 92. She spent her remaining years in Origin/ Astoria (Nanaimo). Eve enjoyed an extremely active life of camping, fishing, hiking, badminton and tennis in earlier years. While in Cumberland she started golfing and curling. This she continued into her 90’s. She played an active role in bonspiels, golf tournaments and planning banquets. Gardening and baking were Eve’s other passions for which many awards were won. Social Bridge clubs were always a dominate aspect of her social life. After moving to Nanaimo, crib games were constantly played with her daughters. Wherever she resided she was also involved in various church activities. Upon Frank’s retirement countless trips were taken to various parts of the world. Eve was known for her “twinkling smile” by both friends and family who often joined her for various social functions. As family meant so much to her, family gatherings and celebrations were frequently held. It was at Qualicum Beach that all her generations were able to share happy memories. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Dr. Balfour, Dr. Myronuk and the staff at Origin/Astoria for their care and support. A celebration of life will be held at 2pm on Tuesday, April 15 at St. Mark’s Anglican Church, 138 Hoylake Road West, Qualicum In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.

HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED ROOFER- Oceanside Roofing requires an experienced roofer working mainly residential reroofs. Own transportation required. Competitive salary offered. Call Paul at 250-9510601 or email resume to: info@oceansideroofing.com

GROWING QUALICUM Beach law firm requires Legal Secretary with experience in family law & other litigation. Experience with PC Law and Word would be an asset. Fax resume to 250-752-2055 or email doug@qualicumlaw.ca

HARBOUR AUTHORITY OF FRENCH CREEK, 1055 Lee Rd, Parksville BC V9P 2E1 Help Wanted 30 hours/week, shift to include Sunday. Requires experience and aptitude for a variety of duties: front counter customer service (cash register & computer), light janitorial (ie: public washrooms, office) light repair and maintenance for the facility upland and docks (ie: plumbing/waterline repairs, minor dock repairs, garbage pickup, pressure washing, weed whacking etc).Assets include: previous experience in a marine/boating environment, previous experience with Simply Accounting software, forklift operator certificate or previous experience. Apply by email to julie@frenchcreekharbour.ca or in person to the Harbour Authority of French Creek, between 8:00am and 5:30pm. Resumes accepted until 5:30pm April 26 2014. Thank you to all applicants, only those requested for interview will be contacted.

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

PLACES OF WORSHIP

TIRED OF Working for someone else? Be your own Boss and rent a chair. Bring your clientele and meet some new ones. Chair rents for a qualified stylist. Friendly downtown salon. Call (250)240-4155.

HELP WANTED CLUXEWE RESORT MANAGER needed at Kwakiutl Band in Port Hardy. Competitive salary and free accommodations. Deadline midnight April 15. Email hr@kwakiutl.bc.ca for job description and to apply. FULL-TIME DISPATCH/ office position. Computer skills and pleasant telephone manner an asset. Benefit package and fair wage. Send resume to box817@hotmail.com

TELEGRAPH COVE RESORT is now accepting resumes for the following positions: Front Desk General Maintenance Cook Waitress Bartender Dishwasher Barista Please forward your resume by email to tcrltd@island.net or fax 250-928-3105 Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD LINE Cook for Lefty’s. Enthusiastic, creative, qualified line cooks needed to work in our positive environment in Qualicum Beach. Please drop off resume or call 250-752-7530 and ask for Joan.

INSURANCE

Knox United Church

Holy Week at

EASTER WEEK SERVICES AT KNOX

921 Wembley Rd.

345 Pym St. Parksville

Join us Good Friday April 18 at 10am & Easter Sunday, April 20 at 10am Knox United Church 345 Pym St. Parksville www.kucparksville.ca This year, Maundy Thursday, April 17 services will be held at St. Stephen’s in Qualicum Beach at 7pm

St.Columba Sun., Apr. 13 - 10:30am

PALM SUNDAY SERVICE

Thu, Apr. 17 - 6:00pm

MAUNDY THURSDAY DINNER

Fri, Apr. 18 - 10:30am GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE

Sun., Apr. 20 - 10:30am

INSURANCE AGENT F/T. Minimum 6 mos exp. preferred but willing to train the right individual. Parksville office is a Full Service Agency open extended hrs 7 days/wk. Please fax resume to 1-866-355-7589 or email to: shaines@westland-insurance.com

JANITORIAL JANITOR/HANDYMAN is needed at Arrowsmith Golf Course, please email resumes to: essexproperties@shaw.ca

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WORSHIP FOR EASTER DAY

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

Robert Gordon Allan (Gordie) January 21st 1948 – March 25th 2014

Gordie passed away on the evening of March 25, 2014 at the palliative care unit at Nanaimo hospital. Family travelled to be by his side and each spent treasured moments with him. In the last hours of his life, Gord’s dearest friend and minister Rich (Adrienne) softly read from scripture and a deep peace settled in the room. Gord was surrounded by love as he gently slipped away with Darren and Dean by his side and Jean holding his hand. Gord is deeply missed by his wife and best friend Jean, his stepsons Darren and Dean (Simone) and grandchildren Sabrina and Hayden; brother Wesley (Anna) and sister Mia and all his amazing sister/cousins Bev (Bernie), Shirley, Gail (Fred) and Judy and their families. He was always popular with his many nieces and nephews as they remember laughter and fun times. Gord is much loved by family throughout British Columbia, Alberta, USA, England, Scotland and Australia. Gord had many friends and coffee buddies and they will certainly miss his joyful company at McDonalds and A&W. The walking group in Qualicum Beach fondly remembers a gentle and kind man and the MIMS group will miss him terribly. Gord was predeceased by his parents (Florence and Bob Allan) and by his stepdaughter Kymmy (Kym Ashlee Trethewey). Gord was born in Kamloops and grew up in Quesnel, BC. He became a meat manager with Overwaitea Foods and lived throughout British Columbia working in various stores. After moving to Parksville, he retired on a disability and although he struggled with his illness at times, Gord lived a thoroughly happy life exceeding all medical prognosis by many years. Gord, you’ve touched the life of family and friends with your delight of life, your joy, your gentleness and kindness. You took pleasure in every moment you lived. You have left us all with beautiful memories and have enriched our lives with the fullness of your love. The family would like to thank Dr. Niles and doctors and staff at the Lung Clinic in Vancouver for taking care of Gord over the years. The family was comforted by the compassionate and caring staff at the NRGH emergency and palliative care units. We appreciate all our friends, neighbors and family for the prayers that uphold us, the flowers and cards, loving thoughts, phone calls, emails and endless supply of food that sustained us through this terribly sad time. Following his wishes, there will be no service as Gord said he celebrated his life every day he lived and shared this joy with each one of us. It is his desire that we Just Be Held in his love and in the love of God (Casting Crowns: Just Be Held).

The Parksville Qualicum Qualicum Beach Beach News News Thursday, Thursday, April The Parksville April 10, 10,2014 2014

MEDICAL/DENTAL

SALES

PHARMASAVE Qualicum Beach is seeking a full time pharmacy assistant/delivery person to join our team. Excellent people skills are a must. We offer a competitive wage and many opportunities for learning. Duties include blister packing, delivery, prescription intake and filling, as well as other technical activities when required. . If you would like to be part of a fun, progressive workplace, please forward your resume to qbpharmasave@gmail.com

Sales Representative required to market recreational property. Property located in Comox Valley and ready to sell. Experience selling real estate, time shares, quarter shares an asset. Contacts and marketing provided. Weekend work required. Base salary & commission. Send resume:info@pacificplaygrounds.com

OFFICE SUPPORT CLERK

TRADES, TECHNICAL

A building materials supply company has an immediate opening for a full-time administrative assistant. This person needs to be reliable, friendly, polite, and a self starter. Responsibilities: Applicant will be responsible for coordinating shipments, data entry, answering telephones and responding to customer inquiries, communicating with vendors, creating and filing purchase orders, website updates, answering telephones in a courteous manner, maintaining a positive attitude toward customers and team members, and other miscellaneous tasks. Great benefits and salary is commensurate with experience. Forward resumes to hr@royaletileco.com.

ATTENTION: Utility Tree Workers. Quad L Enterprises Ltd. is looking for Certified Utility Arborists and Slasher Operators. Full time work. Email hr@isley.ca or fax 780-532-1250

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F/T POSITION for 2nd or 3rd year Plumbing apprentice. Fair wage plus benefits. Send resume to box817@hotmail.com

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PERSONAL SERVICES

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MEDICAL HEALTH

GARDENING

APPLIANCES

GARAGE SALES

FOOT CARE in your home by certified foot care nurse. 40 years experience. Vets approved. Marg 250-954-8259.

CURB APPEAL Yard Care & Junk Removal. Best rates! Seniors disc. 250-937-1908

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ALL CLEAN House Cleaners. Exp. Reliable & Insured. Please Call: 250-668-4642 or email: info@allclean4you.ca

ART OBJECTS

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NOW HIRING

Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed the safety of employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results.

Offering PC Repair and Personal Tutoring From Nanoose to Deep Bay

Call Kevin 250-240-7372

HELP WANTED

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC

VILLAGE VOICES OF QUALICUM BEACH Temporary position (1 year minimum). Responsible for leading an approx. 60-voice SATB choir. Assets: skilled team leadership, vocal coaching, and enthusiasm. Duties: selection of music; weekly rehearsals from September-April; up to 4 concerts per year. Wages: commensurate with ability, skills and experience. To apply: forwarded resume by email to: tpierre@shaw.ca, or send to PO Box 528, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1T1.

SERVICE MANAGER CAMPBELL RIVER, BC

BRAND NEW LOCATION! We are currently seeking an individual to run an efĂ€cient and proĂ€table truck & equipment service department in our new shop through productive stafĂ€ng, customer retention, cost controls, achievement of objectives and maintenance of all service records. Preference will be given to candidates with technical knowledge of heavy duty trucks & equipment and proven leadership skills. The Inland Group is an industry-leading group of heavy truck & equipment dealerships in business since 1949 with 1,200 employees and 23 locations in North America. Further details can be found under Canada, Job Opportunities at www.inland-group.com. Resumes & cover letters should be emailed to Lori Willcox at lwillcox@inland-group.com or faxed to 604-608-3156

If you believe that you have the skills and qualiĂ°cations, and want to experience the special West Coast lifestyle reply in conĂ°dence to: Human Resources Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

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FURNITURE

LET BRAD cut your grass and haul refuse. Will even paint rooms. 250-951-2131. OCEANSIDE Lawn & Garden. Tree pruning, hedge shaping & trimming, gutters, & early spring garden clean-ups, powerwashing. (250)240-1116.

WES-COAST YARDBIRDS Landscaping, Gardening, Clean-up, Hauling. Pressure Washing, Irrigation, Carpentry, Hardscapes, Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal.

Please call

250-752-9444 HANDYPERSONS CLEANING; WINDOWS, carpets, & auto plus painting. 22 yrs exp. Call Steve 250-8212212 or cell 250-618-5387. DON the HANDYMAN

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

FLOOR INSTALLER - retired. Small jobs specialty: carpet, vinyl, ceramic, laminate, hardwood. Call Tom for free estimate. 250-586-3173

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

PAINTING A STROKE ABOVE Painting LTD- Liven up your space with a splash of colour! Spring is here book your projects now to avoid disappointment. Commercial & Residential. Interior/Exterior. WCB. Insured. Call Dave, 250-240-2310.

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Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Reno & Repair Specialist. 30 years of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB

Non-Union Positions

CERTIFIED HAND FALLERS LOG TRUCK DRIVER GRAPPLE YARDER OPERATOR HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS

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). HOMEMADE GREENHOUSE with lots of glass. Call 250954-1348.

The Sharp Design Landscaping Group- Call 250.248.3835

WOODS FOREMAN

Reporting to the General Foreman, the Woods Foreman will be responsible for leading company logging crews and ensuring that the highest standards of safety, production, and environmental protection are maintained.

FREE ITEMS

BUYDENS Computer Services

HELP WANTED

Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results. Nootka Forest Operation is located in Gold River, B.C. and harvests approximately 550,000 mÂł annually.

Spring Cleaning? Need help? Mother/daughter team. $22/hr per person. 250-951-0344.

DRYWALL

LEGAL SERVICES

FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom

1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251

COMPUTER SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

Sales & Service.

CLEANING SERVICES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

(Nootka Forest Operation)

EXPERIENCED COUPLE to help in garden and greenhouse in lieu of produce. Call 250-752-6769.

BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES

Substitute Instructor, Nursing Comox Valley Campus Please go to http://careers.nic.bc.ca for further criteria, required qualiďŹ cations and information on how to apply to posting #100680.

M&S OXFORD Home/Commercial Renoâ€™s & Painting. Patioâ€™s, Decks, Sheds, Hardwood and Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. 250-228-5204. POIRIER PAINTING: Residential / Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, WCB, Call Dan at #250240-3528.

PRESSURE WASHING SPRING CLEAN-UP. Pressure washing, yard clean up, recycling. 250-752-6843.

TREE SERVICES ISLAND STUMP REMOVAL Professional Efficient Service, Free Estimates, Refâ€™s Avail. Call Adam 250-228-4817

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MOVING Must sell- Sofa $400 (6mos old). Beautiful Cherry wood fireplace/media cabinet $400 (new). 250-757-8757. MOVING; SOFA-3 cushion, love seat, matching chair, skirted, well upholstered, rounded arms, muted moss green with quiet design. All for $500. Circular 3â€™ coffee table inlaid wood, metal tipped legs, cash and carry. Call (250)5868922 PILLOWTOP MATTRESS: Brand new, queen size set for sale. Never opened. $200. (250)713-9680 THOMASVILLE 2 piece entertainment unit, cherry wood. Excellent condition. width 45â€?, height 82â€? and depth 26â€?. TV included. $200. Call (250)7292690 (Nanaimo). WILLIS & COMPANY piano, beautiful condition, $1000. Lazy-boy chair, good condition. $300. Glass-top coffee table $150. No reasonable offer refused. (250)338-1970 after 6pm

GARAGE SALES BRADLEY CENTRE Coombs 975 Shearme Rd. April 13th 8:30 - 11:30 AM COOMBS 1065 Shearme Rd. ESTATE SALE, April 12 (8-4) & 13 (9-4). Power & hand tools garden & household, fitness & music. Too much to list.

ESTATE SALE

5063 Seaview Dr. Bowser, BC.

Friday, Apr 11, 11-2pm. Saturday, Apr 12, 10-3pm. Sunday, Apr 13, 10-1pm. Entire household including; Technics keyboard, Laurentian grandfather clock, rattan table and chairs, French Provincial furniture, bakerâ€™s rack, linens, collectibles, garden, nautical and more!

Hosted by Karenâ€™s Transitions Made Simple Check us out: www.transitionsmade simple.com MOVING & NEIGHBOURHOOD SALE. 420 Day Pl. Sat Apr 12 (9-?) Canister & upright vacuums, area rugs, cherry wood french provincial single headboard, maple bar stool, queen air bed, battery lawnmower, weedwacker, wheelbarrow, garden tools, & more. Parksville-1304 Coldwater Rd. Sat & Sun (9-2pm) Canceled if raining. Too much good stuff to get wet! Fishing stuff, tools, tractor & more! PARKSVILLE 14 Magnolia Dr., April 12 (9-?). Tables, shelves, dinner ware, bread machine, some furniture, rugs, books and odds and ends. PARKSVILLE- 266 Hickey Ave, Sat, Apr 12, 10-2pm. Household, garden and miscellaneous. PARKSVILLE 684 Foxtail Ave. Apr 12 (8-1). Household & misc. Lots for everyone. Parksville - 876 Wright Rd. Sat (9-1pm).

PARKSVILLE 767 Doefawn Lane. April 12 (9-2). Collectables and plant sale. PARKSVILLE LAWN Bowling Club annual garage sale; Saturday, April 12, from 8 A.M. to 12 Noon. Weâ€™re located at 149 E. Stanford. Great items! Great prices! Rain or shine! Qualcim-421 Dogwood Rd. Sat & Sun (9-4). Great prices, NO offer refused. 500 DVDâ€™s, furniture, lamps & household items. Bike Dodge rims, mens & ladies clothing & more. Qualicum. 3705 W. Island Hwy. Sat Apr 12 & Sun Apr 13. 8-4pm. Doors, windows, tools, houseware, furniture & much more. Qualicum - 463 Timberland Pl. Sat (8-12). Multi-family sale

QUALICUM BAY LIGHTHOUSE Community Centre 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. Apr 13th (8-12). Pancake breakfast & flea market. Entertainment, small animal swap. Tables $10. Rain or Shine. Phone 778-424-9900 or info@communityhall.ca QUALICUM BEACH, 1014 Miraloma Dr.(Chartwell) Sat Apr. 12th, 8-12 pm. Hundreds of items!Lots for everyone! QUALICUM BEACH 481 Linden Pl., ESTATE SALE May 11 & 12 (9-2). Misc antiques, cane/walking stick collection, Baldwin piano, bedroom set, maple dining room table/chairs, misc solid wood tables, older cuckoo clock, solid wood desk, living room furnishings, lots of household. Qualicum Beach Lawn Bowling Club-665 Jones St. @ 1st Ave. Apr 12 (8:30-2pm) Largest Garage & Bake sale in QB. Huge selection of items along with lots of baked goods.

QUALICUM BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Proceeds to support the music program. Sat. April 12, 10am-3pm. Garage sale items, baked treats. Performance by the Band 699 Claymore Rd, in the gym. QUALICUM BEACH- Neighbourhood Sale in Hermitage Park (194 Valdez Ave). Look for balloons. Sat, Apr 12, 8am-2pm.

RESTAURANT LIQUIDATION SALE Bonds Fish & Chips 860 Cliffe Ave, Courtney

Thur,Fri & Sat April 10-12- 10-6pm Everything goes Nautical Antiques, collection of nutcrackers & collectibles.

Lots of great stuff! Photos posted at:

www.estateliquidators.ca Spring Purge. 753 Soriel. Sat 8-11.

HOBBIES & CRAFTS GRINSHEEP FIBRE Productions. Felting, spinning, knitting & weaving supplies. Tues Sat., 1 - 5 or by appt. 250-2486306. grinsheep@gmail.com

MEDICAL SUPPLIES WALKER $150.00 & wheelchair $250.00 Brand New. Call 250-248-4064.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, W/D, F/S, granite tiles, beautiful, 17-pce kitchen cupboards, jacuzzi. (250)753-0160 MOVING SALE - Cream dining set/4 chairs, white cabinet, assortâ€™d wall decor, mirrors, tapestries, wall art, beautiful chairs (2) cream sofa, writing desk & misc. Call for prices and photos. 250-752-4741

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

MOVING MUST SELL: entrance table & mirror, roof carrier, sewing machine, storage cabinet, chess set, room divider/screen & 2 tables. Cerosun heater, collector plates and Phantom print. See website: www.greatstuffandmore.com (250)248-4393.

PIANO (SHERLOCK Manning), $600. Beautiful condition. Located in Qualicum Beach. Call (250)752-5373.

COLLEGE HEIGHTS, Nanaimo. Beautiful ocean/city views. 4bdrms w/2bdrm suite. Owner will carry mortgage/reasonable down payment. Also LADYSMITH 3bdrm w/1bdrm suite, dble garage +1000 sq.ft. storage area. $25,000 down. 250753-0160

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

MT. ARROWSMITH golf membership for sale. Annual green fees paid for by the corporate passes. Contact for more info. 250-248-2210 or 250-240-0007. ROYAL DOLTON dishes â€œJaporaâ€? $350. Antique chair, $75. Call (250)933-3900. WOODSTOVE, GREAT condition, nice and clean. Located in Nanaimo (you must be able to pick up). $500 obo. Call (250)933-5223

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS 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. View anytime. $339,900 Reduced to $329,000. (250)7539123

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

GARAGE SALES

HUGE GARAGE SALE at the SHEARME CENTRE 1010 Shearme Road, Coombs

108 Timber View Dr$545,000. Georgia Straight ocean view 10 year old, custom built 4200 sqft home on large lot (.46 acres) completely finished with 5 bdrms and den, 4 bathrooms including 2 bdrm suite. Open area vaulted ceilings, 5 skylights, very large family kitchen, main floor laundry, tile and hardwood floors, NG fire place, BBQ, heat pump, NG ht water tank. Master bdrm (18x14) Oak cabinets throughout. Large rear deck (26 x 26) garage, RV storage with room for possible workshop or carriage house. Quiet keyhole location near Westwood lake. Call 250-585-7769.

$225,000. Great neighborhood two story home, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Completely renovated. See for details.: www.arrowsmithlistings.ca

Down the street from Bradley Centre

SUNDAY, APRIL 13 9:00am-2:00pm EVERYONE WELCOME!

LADYSMITH: SEMI-OCEAN FRONT home on treed 6.5 acres. 3 B/R, 2 level 2,600 sq.ft 433,000. (250)245-8950

$339,900- LIVE in this 3 bdrm house with mortgage helper (legal 1 bdrm suite $750/mo). Have a home based business in the 2.5 car garage w/separate driveway (room for RV). New plumbing, windows, Valor F/P, laminate floors/ carpet, driveway, HW tank, D/W, W & D, all appliances stay. 2 blks to City Hall/Library. Low utilâ€™s w/2 natural gas F/Ps, stove, HW and dryer (separate meters). Garden shed/small studio, veg garden and xeriscaping front yard (no watering). A must see. (250)954-0227.

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INVESTMENT Opportunity in Lantzville. Minutes from Woodgrove. 1/2 acre property with rented mobile. with 648 sq.ft 220 wired shop. $310,000. Phone (250)6683733 or (250)619-5803.

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Tree Services

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QUALICUM BEACH Ocean view 1600sqft built 2010. 2 bdrm 3 bath 3 levels walk to town beach. 20x12 shop carport, RV parking low maint high efficient home $485,000. Call 250-228-4623.

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COOMBS 3 BDRM updated clean 14 wide mobile in pet friendly family park. $45,000. Call 250-937-1760. 250-937-1760. Call

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HOUSES FOR SALE

PACIFIC OCEAN View Cabin for Sale. Overlooking the Broken Island Group BC. 2 bdrm, 1 bath, kitchen, living room, deck. 8 by 12 shed. Vinyl siding. finished inside. $189,000. obo. Call 250-585-7769. Motor home and boat trades considered.

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5654 OCEAN View Terrace $625 000. Breathtaking ocean views in North Nanaimo with executive custom built 2 year old home, 3200sqft. 5 bdrms, 4 bath including 2 bdrm authorized suite. Large open area concept, 3 skylights, living rm, dining rm kitchen, vaulted ceilings. Extraordinary pantry and kitchen set up. All granite countertops with eating bar, Bamboo hard wood and warm cork floors, Ng stove F/P and BBQ. Heat pump for affordable hydro bills. Built in Vacuum system. Large double garage. Convenient main floor laundry, walk in closets in mstrbdrm. Lower level also includes family area lots of storage and wine room. Smaller lot and house are almost mtce. free. providing time for those extra fun activities. Call 250585-7769.

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Walk With Your Doc in Parksville Three years ago, Parksville's William Kreacul was suffering from a list of chronic illnesses. A daily smoker, Krecaul, was overweight, had high blood pressure, diabetes and had suffered a small stroke. Concerned with his patient’s deteriorating health, Parksville family physician Satish Desai, recognized something needed to change in his day-to-day routine. So Desai asked Kreacul to join him for a walk. “Physical activity enhances our patient’s health,” said Desai. “It improves the brain, the heart, the lungs and increases blood flow. Not only that but walking makes you feel better, it makes you happy, and balances your emotional health.” Surprised by the invitation, Kreacul decided to attend the walk with his wife. “We had a lot of fun,” remembers Kreacul. “I discovered I like walking, and now I try to walk two kilometres every day.” Today, Kreacul doesn’t smoke or drink, and has recovered fully from his stroke. His blood pressure and sugar levels are consistently low and easier to maintain. “Overall his health is much better,” Desai said. “And I’m certain his daily

walking has been one of the biggest contributors.” The walk Desai lead Kreacul on, with a number of his other patients, is the annual Walk with your Doc, that has doctors prescribing daily activity for better health. Doctors across B.C. host free walks for their patients and the public, taking place May 3–11 this year. New this year in the lead up to the event, doctors are handing out “Rx for Health” prescriptions to their patients that prescribe daily activity and include an invitation to join the walk. All participants will receive a free pedometer (while supplies last) to count their steps and challenge themselves to increase towards 30 minutes of activity each day. “Every day I see patients suffering from chronic illness. With health care dollars in short supply prevention is key,” Desai said. “Walking helps patients manage their illness and prevent or delay others from developing.” Doctors Desai and Mark Morris will host a Walk with your Doc in Parksville Community Park, Wed., May 7 at 4 p.m. To register, e-mail gerisera@shaw.ca. — Submitted by the B.C. Medical Association

Hospice helps with advance care planning National Advance Care Planning Day is Wednesday, April 16. The Oceanside Hospice Society (OHS) has been partnering with individuals and organizations to help people have the talk about advance care planning. Advance care planning is intended to be a process of reflection and communication that takes place across your lifespan. It can be a time to reflect on your beliefs, values, and wishes and it is a time to let others know health care and personal preferences, if unable to speak for yourself. It may also include writing down wishes and naming a designated ‘Representative’ as someone you choose to be your spokesperson in a time of need. Where advance care plans already exist, OHS works to encourage individuals and families to review and further clarify their wishes. New incapacity (or personal) planning legislation came into force in B.C. on September 1, 2011 providing adults with more options for expressing their wishes about future

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health care decisions. Any living will or advance care planning document prepared prior to the legislation change in September 2011 is not considered a legally binding consent or a refusal of treatment. At the provincial level the BC Ministry of Health, in partnership with Fraser Health Authority and other health care providers, has developed an advance care planning guide, My VOICE—Expressing My Wishes for Future Health Care Treatment, to assist people in preparing their own plans. Appropriate forms are included in the guide and are available at Oceanside Hospice society Outreach Center, 210 Crescent Road West, Qualicum Beach. The Oceanside hospice website: www.oceansidehospice. com and the Vancouver Island Federation of Hospices site: www.advancecareplanningcv.ca can provide further information. —Submitted by Oceanside Hospice Society

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UBC Thunderbird third baseman and Parksville Royals’ alumni Kevin Biro was back in town this week to lend a hand in a mini coaching clinic with T-bird head coach Terry McKaig. Biro, hailing from Deep Bay, is part of a T-bird squad that is sporting a 23–9 record so far this season. It’s something that’s been quite a turnaround according to Biro which he attributes to the team coming together. “We’ve really grown together as a team, it’s been pretty good to see. Last year we didn’t really have the camaraderie we’ve got this year,” Biro said. “There were a few more individuals looking to get theirs last year and this year it’s totally different. We’re a team that’s really learned to rely on each other and it’s showing with our record here.” Biro himself has been on a tear early on to start the year, even earning Player of the Week honors in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) recently. Since then he’s seen his play decline a little but was able to get in some oneon-one time with his head coach while visiting Kwalikum Secondary School for a mini coaching seminar. “I missed a practice on Tuesday, so coach thought it would be a good chance to get into the cage in Parksville and work some of the kinks out,” Biro said. “I’ve been struggling at the plate a

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UBC Thunderbirds’ Kevin Biro (right) and head coach Terry McKaig, were at Kwalikum Secondary School for a mini coaching seminar on Tuesday evening. Biro and the Thunderbirds are currently ranked among the 25 best teams out of 189 in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).

little bit as of late, so to be able to have the one on one time was really beneficial for me. It really allowed me to fine

tune some of the issues I’ve been having.” Biro is batting at a clip of .365 to go

along with 46 hits, good enough to lead the T-birds and 21 RBI’s, good enough for second on the team. It’s a turn around for Biro from last season and he said he feels like he’s found his groove after getting another season under his belt. “I think that it’s been a combination of the summer last year in Melville and just having another season under my belt with the T-birds. I’m a year older and I was able to really work through some stuff last summer as a player,” Biro said. “When I came back after winning in Melville, the coaches really saw that I was able to play in a role that I hadn’t had here the season before. They saw that and basically let me have at it out there.” The Thunderbirds recently cracked the top 25 in the NAIA rankings, peaking at the 23rd spot. Teams that finish the season ranked in the top 25 get an automatic bye to the second round of the playoffs, so it’s something that Biro and the T-birds will be looking to have at seasons end. “We’re coming to a point now where other teams are starting to take notice of what we’ve been doing and how we’ve been playing,” Biro said. “We showed that we really were a team to be taken seriously with the twelve game win streak we had. We know what we’re capable of and if we stick to it and keep healthy, we should finish in the top 25 at the end of the year.”

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

Locals help earn all-star win at Island Classic T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com

It was a big weekend for Brittany Britz, Shaelyn Peachey and Michaela Witte, as all three girls were part of helping the North Island Girls all-star team earn a victory at the Island Senior Basketball Classic.

For only the third time in the history of the tournament, the North Island came away victorious by a score of 71-65. All three Parksville Qualicum Beach girls were part of the victory after being named to the North Island All-Star team a few weeks ago.

This also marked the first time that the North Island swept all three games, with the North Island Boys teams winning both the A and B games as well. This marks the final game for all three girls, Britz and Peachey from Ballenas and Witte from

KSS, at the high school level. For each of them, they will be looking to continue on their basketball careers at the University level. Britz and Peachey closed out a fantastic season with the Whalers senior girls team which saw them come up just

shy of making the provincials for the third year in a row. Witte will be looking to continue her basketball career at the next level, along with Britz and Peachey, as she looks to cement herself on the radar of Camosun College during their ID camp this upcoming weekend.

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Public Consultation Meeting - Facilities Review - April 16, 2014 The Board of Education of School District No. 69 (Qualicum) invites staff, parents, students and members of the public to attend the next in a series of public consultation meetings to discuss School Closure, Consolidation and Reconfiguration in relation to the recommendations in the Facility Use and Resource Alignment Report. The meeting will take place on: Wednesday, April 16 Springwood Middle School – Multi -Purpose Room 7:00 p.m. The Board welcomes and encourages your participation.

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Switchblade returns Fundraising successful enough to plan for next year T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com

The SOS charity game between The Hosers — local firemen — and Team Switchblade was such a success, they are planning a return already for next year. The game, which the final tally showed raised close to $5,000 for the Society of Organized Services, was a big hit with Team Switchblade. So much, in fact, that they are already making plans to return next year for the 25th anniversary of the Grumpy Old Men hockey tournament. “All the guys who played in that game loved it. They felt great after it was all said and done and really enjoyed coming to Parksville to raise money for a good cause,” Switchblade member Bruce L’Hereux said. “We’re in the early stages of putting another event together for next year. All the guys who took part want to come back and do it all again next year so we’re really excited about it.” A game, which featured country singer Chad Brownlee and former professional hockey players on Team Switchblade, was just part of the Grumpy Old Men tournament. For next year, they will be looking at ways to help raise more money for the SOS Recreation Assistance Program. “We’ve been throwing a couple of ideas around. Basically we want to take the money we raised at this event and at least double it next year,” L’Hereux said. “We’re hoping to start early this time around so that way we can get some more people to come out and enjoy the game. All the folks that showed up told us how great of a time they had and how great it was to see these guys.” Even after the event was over, Team Switchblade took the time to take pictures and sign autographs and talk with fans. Chad Brownlee even took to the stage at the

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Country music and hockey star Chad Brownlee signed autographs after a recent charity hockey game.

Rod & Gun later that night to sing a few songs with the band playing that night, something both Team Switchblade and the surprised folks there will remember for a while. “It was great to see the things those guys did both before and after the game, from a fans point of view,” L’Hereux said. “It’s stuff like that the people aren’t going to forget and we’re hoping to make some more memories this time next year.”

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SHELLSHOCKED AND OCEAN ACIDIFICATION April 10, 7 to 9 p.m. Two films about the health of oceans and marine life at VIU Deep Bay Marine Field Station. $10 per person, available at the door.

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Weme happy to play for local fans Parksville player excited to get a shot to play with the Generals and honour his friend T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com

The Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals will be looking to Jarrett Weme to provide some much needed offensive punch next season. In just the five games he saw last season in a Gens uniform as an affiliate player, Weme managed to have three points (2 goals, 1 assist) and look like a promising player. Looking back at the end of last season, Weme had some positives to take away from his time with the club. “It was a great learning experience. To get a chance to play with the Generals and show myself that I have what it takes to play at that level, it was a good feeling,” Weme said. “I’m really excited heading in to this upcoming season and looking forward to showing what I’ve got through an entire season.” For Weme, 18 from Parksville, the chance to play for the home town Generals was a dream come true last year and he’s looking forward to having a chance at a full season playing in front of the home town crowd. “It’s nice to be able to play at home, to be playing in the same building I was able to grow up playing in,” Weme said.

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Jarrett Weme is looking forward to spending an entire season with the Save-OnFoods Oceanside Generals this year. He will be among many others at the Generals Spring Camp, taking place May 2 to 4.

“Going from watching those Generals teams growing up to being able to suit up for the last year, it’s crazy to think about but I’m really happy I’m going to be doing it next year.” Having the chance to show his worth towards the end of a forgetful season,

which saw the Generals end up in last place while going through four head coaches, Weme suited up for the Generals while donning the number eight on his jersey. The number eight was worn in honour to his late friend, Lukas Whibley,

and will be on his back next season as well. “That was his number and when I was told I was going to have a chance to play with them, the number was there and I wanted to wear it in his honor,” Weme said. “It feels good to me to be able to do that. Lukas was a great guy and I’m happy to wear that number to honour and remember him.” With the hiring of Jason Johns, the Generals team is looking to become more of a “community orientated team” next season and that’s something that Weme likes the sound of. “I’m really looking forward to it. Having the chance to get out there in front of our fans outside of the arena is going to be great,” Weme said. “I think it’s a great idea to get some of the people who don’t really follow us that close to really get to know some of the guys on the team and get behind us as a community.” The Generals are nearing their Spring Camp, which will see Weme and other players looking to show what they’ve got in hopes of cracking the Generals lineup next season. Camp starts May 2nd and runs through to May 4 at Oceanside Place.

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MIDGET HOCKEY

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The North Island Impact midget female hockey team has returned victorius from the provincials in Salmon Arm. After losing their first two games of the tournament, the North Island Impact went unbeaten the rest of the way, beating the Richmond Ravens, who they lost to in their first game of the tournament by a score of 5–3.

The final against Richmond saw a back and forth game between the two teams, with the Impact scoring the go ahead goal at 9:49 of the third period to hold on for the 4–3 victory. Locals Marijke Campbell, Lindsay Pilton, Erin Murdoch, Robynn Olson, Erin Pickup, Tianna and Kyla Squire all factored throughout the tournament to help the Impact capture the midget female provincial title.

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Can you keep a secret? There’s a magical micro-kingdom of cute creatures and intriguing characters sandwiched between two of Qualicum Beach’s better known thoroughfares. What started off as a small network of rough game trails evolved a decade ago into part of the mountain bike network used by Qualicum Beach Middle School’s Bike Club and from there into a quaint woodland theme park, adopted by some of the local residents and other artistic, enthusiastic contributors. What we now know as Laburnum Road, which connects Rupert Road with Highway 19 near to the Little Qualicum River, was once a muddy trail, known to its users as Black Bog (yep, there’s a clue about its nature in the name), which led from the Middle School on Claymore Road, uphill to the labyrinthine network hacked into the woodland, hydro cut and tree farms between there and Whiskey Creek. The development of Laburnum Road and Rupert Road, West of Arbutus Street, made access to the trails on the Arbutus side less attractive for school groups and subsequently these trails have taken on a completely different character. The trails are on Town of Qualicum Beach land but do not form part of the official trail system. While the town’s woodchip trails are excellent in their own right, the advantage of these trails being excluded is that they retain a far more natural feel, making them fun for walking, running or, if done at a leisurely pace, cycling. As with many of the area’s trails their layout has been chosen to avoid the most waterlogged areas, particularly relevant here as the network straddles Grandon Creek. Where marshy sections, standing or running water and muddy slopes would provide obstacles duck boards, drainage channels or bridges (some rather rickety) make passage much more pleasant. In common with most trail networks, this one continues to develop. Currently there are around 2.5km of trails in this little wedge of woodland, but becoming acquainted with them all requires covering the same trails more than once, meaning that a complete discovery session will total somewhere between 3 and 4 km. The beauty of these trails, however, is that if you take your time to explore them over a number of visits you will find them so much more rewarding. A huge part of the reason for this is that the trails have become a gallery for dozens of pieces of home-made artwork, scarecrow-like life-size figures and painted or carved messages encouraging love of nature, commu-

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One thousand years of growth leaves an impressive stump on a trail in Qualicum Beach.

nity spirit and other positive, uplifting subjects. The compact nature of the trails and the entertaining ornaments scattered with great regularity around the area make this the perfect destination for a walk with children, or in the company of visitors with whom you’d like to share our area’s appreciation of community and nature. Naturally, respecting the work of both nature and community is important, so dog owners and visitors in general need to come with the attitude that they will take memories away, perhaps in the form of photos, and leave nothing but the odd footprint, perhaps a painted rock or seashell and a few appreciative words in the comment book. The trails themselves take the form of a perimeter of around 1.5km, with a number of spurs exiting at Arbutus Road and Rupert Road, and with several intersecting trails crossing the middle of the loop. Entering at Arbutus Street, close to Birch Avenue, you’ll pass through a gateway which welcomes you to the forest. Take

the right fork here, keep your pace slow and your eyes peeled through a full 360 degrees as the route’s embellishments begin immediately. The number of subtly placed items is impressive enough that every visit, and every backward glance, seems to result in the discovery of yet another trinket. Cross the bridge with the painted, serpentine handrail and continue on your way. Soon you’ll arrive at the Maple Grove, which overlooks Grandon Creek from the top of a reasonable sized gully. This area, complete with little bench, is particularly attractive during fall, when the wind waltzes maple leaves from the height of the treetops down into the creek. Look up before rejoining the trail and you’ll see a carved tribute to one of the early contributors to the beauty and character of this area. As a guideline for navigation, I’d recommend sticking to this Western perimeter for now. There are two distinct trailheads which lead off to the right, and both should be avoided in order to stay within the network. The first dead-ends on private property, so is of no interest. The second is a useful link for accessing the Laburnum Trails. It crosses rougher woodland over the course of around a kilometre, until it emerges at the top of Laburnum Hill, so is an effective dead-end in the context of this network. Back on the “Maple Grove” trail, stay on course until Rupert Road is in sight. At this point a left turn takes you Eastwards along a trail which will re-cross Grandon Creek at a concrete culvert before diving back into the trees on the Eastern side of the area on a trail which brings you past the impressive stump of a 1,000 year old cedar, logged in 1920, straight back to Arbutus Street around 200 metres South-East of your start point. Once familiar with this outer loop, orientation is easy and discovery of the trails in the middle can begin. If in doubt, using a compass along the way will allow you to head back towards your entry point, and an area like this makes practising navigation a fun exercise in its own right. The Arbutus Trails area is a real gem and kudos must be given to all those who contribute to the magical ambiance. While every outing here feels like a treasure hunt, given the time of year, I can’t help but think what a great place it would be for an Easter egg hunt, maybe with name-tags on the eggs to avoid confusion if the idea takes off! For a photo gallery from this and other trail features, visit www.outsideradventures.com and Outsider’s Facebook page.

What to take: Always carry a whistle (I have one on my keys and attached to my pack.) Check weather forecast and choose appropriate clothing and footwear for your activity. Remember to bring any prescription medications, snacks, water and camera. If setting out in the evening bring a flashlight or headlamp. This is a perfect area to pack a picnic. It is a good idea to carry a personal 1st Aid kit and to let someone know where you are going and when you expect to return.

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Humour, good food and fine music Qualicum Bay Theatre Company pulls off engaging evening of dinner theatre Saturday REVIEW BY LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com

What a great new addition to the community. It was my first time to a production by the Qualicum Bay Theatre Group (the group's second performance), at the Lighthouse Community Hall Saturday night. I have to admit I wasn't sure what to expect: a great big hall for a venue; a small, new theatre group with a number of first-time performers, and the director was also leading the catering for the dinner theatre show.... But I was pleasantly surprised. The organizers created a small intimate space within the hall to accommodate the sold-out show called Tea-A-Ria, and although it could have been more lavishly decorated, it served its purpose. (And proceeds from the shows are going to improving the lighting and sets). The food came out promptly and the casual servers were attentive and friendly. The food was good; the salad fresh, the lasagna hot and flavourful and the gelato dessert, a nice touch. The Jazzervoir Dogs, a quintet of talented young men from KSS’ music program, were thoroughly entertaining during dinner service. The actors really set the mood. They were funny and seemed at ease, and the play—written by the director's friend in the States (Laurie Nienhaus)—was sweet and snappy. The story surrounds a young American Italian woman Leonie Palazatto, who decides to open a teahouse, much to the dismay of her Italian family, although of course they still love and support her. The family members are more interested in wine, liquor and meat-filled sandwiches, rather than tea and scones. Jane C was a convincing young shop owner, polished and earnest and often embarrassed by her overbearing family. I loved Justina Ekl in her role as Enza Malandra the “wanton hussy" with her New York accent and sassy comments to the crowd about poor hair styles and decor. Donna Prima, who was also the director and caterer,

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Donna Prima, the director and caterer of Qualicum Bay Theatre Company’s dinner theatre production Tea-A-Ria, also starred in the play as Nona Lena. Left, her granddaughter Leonie, played by Jane C, is horrified when Nona Lena flies into the tearoom blowing a whistle and offering a sandwich.

really brought her old, crazy, italian grandmother character to life, and the crowd loved her. Similarly Terri Petz played her character, a dramatic Italian Aunt named Sabina, with style and ease. Enza was having an affair with Aunt Sabina’s husband and the two make a nice scene during tea service. Geoff Barnum was a nice fit for the over-protective family friend, who had clearly fallen for Leonie. Community theatre veteran Gerry Fraser was solid in his role as an English patron who tries to reason with his wife to vacate the erratic tea house. But Barbara St. James,

played superbly by Lifetime Echo Player’s member Dori McGarrigle, was thrilled to be watching a live soap opera—as were the rest of us. Hats off to Sheena McCorquodale the producer and founding member of the theatre group. There was also an afternoon matinee that ran Sunday afternoon with lunch. Check out the Lighthouse Community Hall’s website for details on the next show, which will be the culmination of an improv acting workshop put on by local theatre guru Thea Stavroff. www.communityhall.ca.

Arrowsmith Little Big Band plays Jazz at the MAC A local jazz quintet will bring the McMillan Arts Centre to life this Friday with an evening of swingin’ music. The Arrowsmith Little Big Band will take the stage at the Parksville Centre for the Jazz at the MAC series. Gary Hodi and Colin Campbell will be leading the group which plays a variety of musical styles including

Latin, swing, bop and blues. The veteran musicians have performed around the area and impress crowds with their unique blend of vocals, horns and guitars. The show begins at 7 p.m. on April 11. Tickets are $15, $12 for Oceanside Community Arts Council members.

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Metal artist Dave Kasprick will be doing a live forging demo on April 12 at the Oceanside Village Artists’ Gallery in Parksville.

Metal artist sculpting with wire Event on Saturday to feature David Kasprick and painter Dan Gray BRENDA GOUGH News Contributor

If you are curious about how metal is forged into art pieces, be sure to drop by the Oceanside Village Artists' Gallery April 12 and see a couple of artists in action. David Kasprick can usually be found at his Nanoose Bay studio the Red Cod Forge where he recycles steel to create abstract and freeform sculptures. On Saturday he will be setting up his portable forge in front of the Resort Drive gallery in Parksville demonstrating his amazing talents and creating a piece from start to finish. “I am going to be forging all day. The sculpture will be free form and at the end of the day someone will win it,” said Kasprick. Anybody making any purchase Saturday at the gallery however, big or small, will automat-

ically be entered into the draw for the creation. As an added bonus, Kasprick said renowned pastel artist Dan Gray will be capturing the event on canvas. “Dan is going to paint me forging which is crazy … it will add to the creative vibe that day.” The Errington artist’s pastels are impressions of the moment and Gray always paints from live models, and always “en plein air” … a French expression which means “in the open air” Kasprick has been creating some large outdoor pieces in his studio that will be placed around the Oceanside Village Resort. “I am making a kelp sculpture for the resort that will be attached to a gazebo near the office. I have a whimsical bull rush sculpture about nine feet tall that will go in one of the gardens and a maple tree about eight feet tall,” he described. See WIRE, page B3

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“Guests who stay with us will now see the depth of talent in the Oceanside area and guests who go the restaurant can see the work and say … ‘Wow, that is what my neighbours are doing.’” The first featured artist is Sheila Warren, a resident artist at The Old School House and also a member of TOSH 10. She is exhibiting five of her paintings this month and she also agreed that the stars

aligned in a good way to bring her work to the venue. Her small paintings of beach scenes not only fit in well with the waterfront location of the resort, they are also tailor-made for the display cases. She admitted that if the request for art work had come two years ago, her paintings wouldn’t have fit. Visit www.pqbnews.com for the rest of the story.

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The big outdoor pieces are for sale but there will also be some of Kasprick’s smaller wire sculptures in the gallery. Kasprick has been twisting discarded wire into art forms for about four years now. He recently returned from a five week trip to Mexico where he said he spent a lot of time making art from junk. When Kasprick wasn’t exploring the Mayan ruin sites or swimming in tidal pools he was on the beach sculpting with discarded wire he scrounged from dilapidated buildings sites and ramshackle junk piles. The eye catching figures were admired by the locals and appreciated by some fa-

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mous tourists who were hanging out in the area. In fact, on his recent trip, he gave Cooker John one of his sculptures after the Minnesota folk/blues musician saw Kasprick working on the piece at the beach in Puerto Morelos Mexico. “I was excited that he was in town so I did one of Cooker sitting on his bench playing an acoustic guitar. He saw me on the beach that day sculpting with wire and he came over and I showed him the piece. He loved it and I gave it to him.” Everywhere Kasprick vacations he sculpts with wire on the beach capturing ordinary moments in life.

The extraordinary wire forms include sea creatures and animals as well as people in motion. “I sold one of a dancing girl to a ballet instructor from Wisconsin. She came over and said she had to buy it.” He said people around these parts know that he is a metal forger but not too many are aware of his wire art and he hopes his coiled masterpieces will inspire others to take up the art form. “Wire art is like drawing three dimensionally. Anyone can do it because you don’t need a lot of equipment. I hope what I do opens the door for other people.”

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Information overload Over stimulation in the digital age makes us feel “incomplete, bored and compelled to do something to fill the void”

Zoom zoom gone into “the past.” Every moment we spend thinking about the future or recalling the past are moments that we are not in the now. What’s in our now? For most of us, a whirling mixture of inputs through our five senses from everything from the Internet and televiBelief is a feeling of being sure that someone or some- sion to the smell of supper cooking. thing exists or that something is true. Many of our beliefs Our minds are constantly processing all this input comwere taught to us in school and through family and friends paring it to previous experience so we can make sense of it all. and influences like television. Most were simply accept The sound of silence is nearly a thing of the past except ed without question and continue to shape our individual for those who practice a form of meditation or live morealities. nastically. We are addicted to stimulation and We exist in a three dimensional reality in without it we feel incomplete, bored and comwhich all matter appears to be confined in pelled to do something to fill the void. width, depth and height. Many great minds By John Seeland In doing so, we may have chosen to effec(including the late Carl Sagan) believe there tively close our connection to the reality and is a forth dimension and probably an endless existence of God, the Creator, Yaweh, the Sunumber of dimensions. We are unable to picpreme Being, the Universe or the Anunnaki. ture them because we are trapped in a 3-D reLet’s not get side tracked, as so often hapality and even the forth dimension remains an pens, arguing about the names and details abstract concept. in the stories of a variety of deities that have But it’s not just a matter of space. There’s evolved over the eons. also the matter of time. Considering the magnitude of events taking As humans, our reality is severely shaped place in the world today, now would be an apby our belief in time, which may very well be nature’s way propriate time to explore our beliefs with the courage to of keeping everything from happening all at once. accept that some of them may not be true or accurate and Everything that will eventually happen is in the fu- put them back in alignment with reality. ture. Everything that’s ever happened is in the past. But A good starting point would be a documentary called neither of these are real. The future hasn’t happened yet Zeitgeist: the movie, then the updates. and the past is gone (other than the detrius of memories, It’s on Netflix, YouTube and DVD. It covers, religion, Deal 400CS_S362 photos, documents, etc). politics, economics and more. Text COM ENG The only reality is now and it appears to be flashing by as — BrotherContent John SeelandReview is ordained Art ENG_OPENING Artfast COMasBKG it arrives. You may have already forgotten some or through the Universal Life Church. Size: 10.3125˝w x 7˝ h - Full Colour Bleed .25" all of what you’ve just read. E-mail: john.seeland@gmail.com

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New Listing

406B 181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE

$86,000

11 - 1050 BOWLBY ROAD

$91,500

1165 Spider Lake Road, Qualicum North • 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

61-120 FINHOLM STREET

$143,900

• 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

994 RILEY ROAD

$154,000

695,000 Charming Rural Setting!

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1880 sq ft home built in 2006 on attractive 5 ac property near Spider Lake Detached double garage with great office/hobby room & 1BR family accommodation! Sunny spaces, mountain views, groomed pathways winding through forested area Gardens, fruit trees, berry bushes & a charming bridge spanning the trout pond Additional 26’ x 36’ shop is perfect for all sorts of storage

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1817 NORTHWEST BAY RD

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New Listing Saturday April 12, 2014 2pm to 4pm

$289,900

Lovely rancher located on a .41 acre lot w/insulated shop & studio Living room w/wood fireplace, dining area, 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths Updates include newer kitchen, thermal, vinyl windows, carpets, blinds, New tiled fireplace, electric heaters, main bathroom tub & fixtures Large, 35’ x 25’ patio & a private backyard. 3 storage sheds, woodshed

1097 AERY VIEW DRIVE

$385,000

• 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

2-447 PYM STREET

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$310,000

Beautiful, west coast designed, Wembley Lane town home. Lovely 1,265 sqft home features 2 spacious bedrms, 2 full baths large living room w/electric fireplace, large dining area luxurious kitchen with s/s appliances, granite counter tops, lots of cabinets, breakfast bar. single car garage + 1 extra spot

504 MAQUINNA PLACE

$333,900

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OPEN HOUSE

Lovely, two bedroom, end unit patio home in “The Meadows”. 55+ Open floor plan w/vaulted ceilings, large living & dining room New paint, laminate flooring, carpets, baseboards & light fixtures In-suite laundry, storage unit, visitor parking & on site RV parking No pets, no rentals. only minutes from beaches, shopping, golf & marina

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

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Lovely 1868 sqft 3 bedrm, 2 1/2 bath rancher in Qualicum Woods Living rm w/wood fp, rock facing, BI shelving, vaulted ceiling Formal dining area, family rm w/wood stove, kitchen w/eating nook Fenced yard, south facing, beautifully landscaped w/ mountain view Located on large lot, walk to bus route, heritage forest & Qualicum

1387 WARD ROAD

$619,500

$349,900

1380 Gilley Crescent, Parksville •Very well - maintained 3 bedroom rancher in lovely quiet neighbourhood •Updated kitchen/family room with all new windows and recent new roof •Beautifully developed gardens on large lot with RV parking. A Jewel!

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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

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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

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2 offices serving Oceanside... 1 professional team of realtors! Parksville @250.248.8371 or Qualicum Beach @ 250.752.3375 1.888.954.4433

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17-310 PYM ST, PARKSVILLE • Nicely updated Chelsea Court patio home • Immaculately maintained grounds • Central to shopping and all services

$225,000

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• Immaculate 3 bedroom, 2 bath, rancher • Family room, skylights, covered patio • Double garage, great yard, walk to town

Gary Neufeld $299,900

3 bed, 2 bath New fenced yard Heat pump and wood stove You own the land

$169,900

Dale Rumming*

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374 BERNARD AVENUE

#2 - 2100 ERRINGTON ROAD • • • •

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kevin clayton

4189 W. ISLAND HIGHWAY

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500 ft. of ocean front, private beach Open floor plan, Beach cottage 10.5 acres, old growth forest 2,046 sqft. home, 2 beds, 2 baths

$1,288,000 Aaron Nicklen*

654 PHILLIPS • 2 bed, 1 bath • Great location, near walking trails • 2 blocks to the beach

$269,900

246 CORFIELD STREET, PARKSVILLE UNITS 3 & 4 • • • •

Guaranteed $1200/mo for 1-2 years Purchase separately or together 3 bdrms, 1 bath / Nice fireplace Well maintained building & grounds

Kim and Jo $197,000 ea. Brenda Nicolls*

136 FORD, PARKSVILLE

$319,000

• Immaculate 3 bed / 2 bath home • Over 1500 sq. ft. & priced to sell

Jill Tuggle $264,900

1085 CINNAMON SEDGE WAY

• Amazing design, amazing materials, amazing home • Over 5300 sq. ft., 5 bed, 4 bath, sep. 1 bed suite • 2.6 pretty acres in upscale River’s Edge

$899,000

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441 TIMBERLANE PLACE

1,800 sqft., 3 beds, 2 baths New roof, hot water tank, fireplace In floor heat in ensuite Landscaped back & front yards

kevin clayton $366,900

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1375 GABRIOLA DRIVE

Ocean view townhome Exquisite design and finishes Light and bright corner home Close to beach and recreation club

$489,900

Ian Mackay

$334,900

Dale Rumming*

1469 sq ft, 3 bed, 2 bath rancher on .3 ac Generous Master suite with walk in closet Double garage, south facing garden, treefort Walk to Town, Golf and the Beach

Ian Mackay $359,900

$294,000

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Brenda Nicolls*

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2389 MCDIVITT NANOOSE

$169,000

Jo Pedersen

#3 120 FINHOLM, PARKSVILLE

• The Meadows centrally located in Parksville • 2 bedroom condo Senior oriented • Recently painted, ready for you

$149,900

Jim/Margo Hoffman

17 - 631 BLENKIN AVE, PARKSVILLE • • • •

2004 built, 1084 sq/ft Patio Home on heated crawl. 2 Bed, 2 bath, natural gas heat & fireplace. 9 ft & vaulted ceilings, custom sun tunnels. Large double garage & sunny rear patio

$269,000

John Milroy

SOLD

488 TEMPLE ST, PARKSVILLE

• New 1606 sq.ft rancher • Gourmet kitchen • Luxurious master ensuite • Quality finishing throughout

$409,900

John Barnum

2004 built, 1238 sq/ft, End Unit Patio Home. Open Concept Kitchen, Dining & Living Rooms. Southwest Exposure with wrap-around landscaping. Large double garage, lots of storage

1273 MARINA WAY, NANOOSE BAY • 3 workshops

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SOLD

14-3475 LIONESS BLVD

24- 631 BLENKIN AVE, PARKSVILLE • • • •

SOLD

• Over 2000 sq. ft.

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238 SUNNINGDALE RD, QUALICUM BEACH

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Dale Rumming*

• 960 sq. ft. deregistered mobile home • .24 of an acre • Why pay rent when you could own!

SOLD

253-330 DOGWOOD STREET • 1371 sf extensively renovated unit • Ocean-side Shoreline Estates • Double garage + storage

John Milroy

• Large 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath • Extra large lot • Inside workshop

$124,900

52A SURFSIDE

852 EDGEWARE AVENUE

Immaculate 1,442 sqft. home 3 beds, 2 baths, recent upgrades Jacuzzi tub, alarm system Attached double garage

$309,000

Ian Mackay

Dale Rumming*

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2005 park model in excellent condition. Directly across from the ocean Membership good until 2092 Come to Paradise and check it out now

$98,900

862 BALLENAS RD, SAN PAREIL • • • •

Dale Rumming*

$648,000

Louise Roy

• • • •

$1,245,000 Aaron Nicklen*

SOLD

3527 HEBERT, QUALICUM BEACH • A great house - great value! • Lots of updates with large workshop

Dale Rumming*

3420 REDDEN ROAD

Ocean view, contemporary Fairwinds home Gourmet kitchen, media room, gym Luxurious finishes, steam shower 4,656 sqft., 3 beds, 5 baths

202A-181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE

• Best fractional value to own in the Beach Club Resort • 340sf Studio Unit with mini kitchen • Live the beach - and live the life!

$29,900

Jill Tuggle

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$599,900

LOT 5 BLOKKER ROAD

Walk-on waterfront, 2.5 acres, Nanoose Southern exposure, mature trees Private, bordering a bird sanctuary 5 min. drive to Fairwinds Golf & Marina

Tom Dodds $249,900

3640 COLLINGWOOD, NANOOSE BAY Elegant & easy lifestyle 3100 sq. ft. Fairwinds home Home office potential Exceptional value

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Affordable 1794 sq. ft. split family home 3 beds, 2 full baths, spacious open kitchen Lovely private lot on treed ¼ acre Close to beach, Rathtrevor & Englishman River

$315,000

John Milroy

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1988 SUNKING, PARKSVILLE

#7 - 180 2ND W. AVENUE

Designer condo, heart of Qualicum Large rooms with high ceilings 2 decks, fire lit living room 1,305 sqft., 2 beds, 2 baths

$320,000

Aaron Nicklen*

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Beautiful 3 year old custom home with mountain views 2.5 acres, fenced and cross fenced Great room concept, open & bright Outdoor living with large patio, summer kitchen. No GST

$649,900

Dale Rumming*

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1655 Wyatts Way $549,900

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Peligren 1785 Cameron Crescent $274,900

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410 - 650 Berwick Rd N, Qualicum Beach $379,000

124 CRAIG ST, PARKSVILLE OFFICE: 250-248-2488

Direct: 250-228-5558 1759 Martini $289,000

1662 Stonelake Dr, Nanoose Bay $639,000 25 YEARS SERVICE

The Gardens top floor, this luxurious condo offers 2 bdrms, den, 2 baths, quality built, open plan kitchen with granite countertops and top of the line appliances. The master bedroom has built-in cabinetry, walk-in closet and a spacious 5 piece ensuite with heated floors. Living room has gas fireplace and floor to ceiling windows looking out towards the park

3538 Crocus Rd,Whiskey Creek

$367,500

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Jenish 2 storey custom built home on a level 1/2 acre landscaped property with 800 sq. ft. detached workshop! Move in to this 2 year new home which offers 2650 sq. ft. of quality living space, luxurious kitchen with custom designed cabinets, and wood floors throughout main living area. Master suite with heated flooring in ensuite, 2 other bedrooms and bathroom up with a large media room. Double RV parking and fully fenced backyard with mountain views!

726 Bradbury Ave, Parksville

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• 1566 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms • .355 acre fenced yard • Gated community

4570 sq. ft. home on .9 acres 1 bedroom suite over shop Plus 4 bedrooms Pond for swimming

1647 Abbey Road $347,500

1680 Peligren Place $298,000

• 3 bedrooms, 1572 sq. ft. 2 story • Low maintenance yard • Beautiful southern exposure

Recreational Riverfront Lot $45,000

$319,000

OPEN HOUSE

Sat. April 12•2-4pm

Sprawling 1800 square foot custom built rancher on 1/3 of an acre with attached 1 bedroom and den self - contained suite. Impressive and spacious living area designed with a “great room” concept, country kitchen with an abundance of oak cabinetry and an eating island. Single gentleman pays $750 per month for suite which would pay for most of your mortgage!

Private south-facing backyard is one of the nice features of this Parksville 3 bedroom 2 bath rancher. Spacious living room with gas fireplace featuring large windows and easy care laminate flooring, formal dining room, spacious kitchen with eating nook and updated main bathroom with skylight. Close to schools and shopping, this home is suitable for both families or retirees. Great Oceanside location on a quiet street.

419-1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay $371,900

1935 Morello Rd, Nanoose Bay $599,900

• 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

MLS # 342475

• Established vineyard, trout pond • Ocean & mountain views • Cleared & levelled building site • 36’x36’ shop already built • 3.18 acre MLS # 308194

5 ACRES - Little Qualicum $174,900

1600 Farrah’s Way $99,000

• Zoned for a RV, Tent or Yurt • .34 acres

18 Acre River Front $238,900

River Front Acreage LITTLE QUALICUM RIVER • • • •

This spectacular waterfront patio home has the most amazing views from almost every room! The heated sunroom offers you the warmth and sunshine all day long. The rooms are all very spacious inside and the master bedroom offers a deluxe ensuite bathroom with jetted tub and triple sided mirrors around the double vanity area. Enjoy cooking in the spacious maple kitchen while looking out towards the back gardens and ocean setting.

2.49 Acre Very private Cleared ready to build Backing on Park

Acreage all set up for animal lovers! This private 4 acre property is fully fenced and cross fenced and is perfect for a home based business in the pet industry, i.e. training, grooming, breeding, daycare, etc. There is also a barn and riding ring for horses and trails nearby. This ocean & mountain view rancher offers over 2100 sq. ft of living space with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, several skylights, sun tunnel, and fireplaces in both living and family rooms.

• Panoramic ocean view property • Allows for 2 homes • Many trails in the area

• 2 homes allowed • End of road • 12’ x 24’ storage unit • Southern exposure

Find the property you have been searching for at: www.timpeligren.com

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1pm to 4pm

Located at 500 Corfield St. Parksville, BC PHASE I & II SOLD OUT • PHASE III & PHASE IV NOW SELLING

Starting at $335,000

PLUS GST

• Beautifully finished single level patio homes.

• Oversized 2 car garage.

• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, + den.

• 1333 to 1500 sq. ft of living space.

Show Suite Designed by Patti Ransom Interior Design.

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A piece of paradise like none other. Nestled between park lands, down a quiet lane-way feeling road, and walking distance to the Town of Qualicum Beach, this newly developed .22 acre level lot is cleared and ready for you to start building your dream home. All services to the lot line, including natural gas. Step out your front door into the Heritage Forrest and stroll to the beach or golf course.....truly the best this area has to offer!

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3906 CREEKSIDE DRIVE $479,900 +GST

1007 CARDINAL WAY $349,000

Just move in and enjoy! Besides having a bright open plan, 3 bedrooms, 4 pc. ensuite and being in excellent condition, this home features new vinyl windows, a young roof, new kitchen floor, new toilets in both bathrooms, new hot water tank, AND….within the last few years the fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer have all been replaced!

Immaculate 3 bed home with gas fireplace, maple cabinets, thermal windows and a hard wired generator for when the power goes out. Located a short walk from Arrowview Elementary School, Eaglecrest Golf Course, the beach, and walking trails to the Town of Qualicum Beach.

Beautifully built new home. Bright open plan with 2 bedrooms plus bonus room that could be a third bedroom. Features include hardwood flooring, lots of windows, under cabinet lighting, hardi-plank siding, extra outside electrical for extra lighting or a pond, and the list goes on. Located on a half acre backing on to Nile Creek and across the street from access to the Ocean.

6289 ISLAND HWY $795,000

LOT 2 CREEKSIDE DRIVE $129,900

#3-161 HORNE LAKE ROAD $29,900

Nile Landing is composed of beautifully treed ½ acre lots located along Nile Creek and just across the street from the ocean. This street of new homes is like none other in the area, with underground services to each lot, no ditches, no septic field required and a building scheme to protect your investment.

This home has just had an electrical upgrade, has a bright open floor plan, wood floors, and a pellet stove for those chilly winter days. Detached workshop and raised garden beds, quiet rural setting only 10 minutes from Qualicum Beach.

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LOT C CHESTER RD $250,000 A piece of paradise like none other. Nestled between park lands, down a quiet lane-way feeling road, and walking distance to the Town of Qualicum Beach, this newly developed .30 acre level lot is cleared and ready for you to start building your dream home. All services to the lot line, including natural gas. Step out your front door into the Heritage Forrest and stroll to the beach or golf course.....truly the best this area has to offer!

Beautiful walk on waterfront home with views that will leave you breathless. At 3426sqft this west coast designed home has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an oversized games room along with a spacious kitchen open to the living room. Recent updates and features include hardwood flooring, granite counter tops, etched glass french doors, pellet stove, and your very own boat ramp! A bonus to this warm and inviting home is the swim spa located alongside the generous sized sunroom, and the 24 x 24 accessory building with an attached 3 bay garage perfect for a home based business or workshop.

NEW LISTING $239,900

IN-LAW SUITE $359,900

NEW LISTING $559,900

NEW LISTING $64,900

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• .33 acre level building lot • Located in the “The Bluffs” development • 1 block to Eaglecrest golf course • Distant mountain and ocean views MLS# 370582

• 2165 sq.ft/ 3 bed/3 bath • .86 ac private parklike fenced yard • Beautifully finished downstairs suite • Stainless appliances, vaulted ceilings, large deck

• 1722 sq. Ft 2 bed/ 2 bath • Great room design featuring over-height ceilings • Crown mouldings, stone fireplace, maple cabinets • Luxurious master bedroom with 5 piece ensuite

MLS# 372109

MLS# 370630

MLS# 368015

OCEAN VIEW $439,900

• 1.22 acres building lot • Hydro and water at road • 12’ x 12’ x 24’ storage unit incl.

PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS $199,900

QUALICUM BAY $19,900

CO-OP PARK $124,900

VANCOUVER ISLAND

Cell:

(250) 927-7653 1-800-224-5906

lespockett@telus.net For more photos and info go to:

www.lespockett.com

• 2480 sq.ft. 3 bed/ 3 bath • Fully fenced 1.5 acres • Heat pump, RV parking • 2 27’ long attached garages

• • • • MLS# 359863

CENTRAL LOCATION $319,900

2002 Hornet trailer with one slide Located in family friendly Qualicum Bay Resort Pool, playground, waterslide, recreation room Steps to the ocean

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5.19 acres w/ ocean views Cleared building site 5 GPM drilled well and power Fully lockable 12’x12’x 24’ storage unit

MLS# 368568

• 1010 sq.ft., 2 bed / 1 bath • Spacious 13 x 17 deck • Metal roof, new eavestroughs • 10 x 7 all purpose shed

MLS# 361710

FAMILY FRIENDLY PARK $154,900

MLS# 369103

WALK ON WATERFRONT $399,900

NEW LISTING $219,900

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned & Operated

679 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC

2013

• 1420 sq.ft. /3 bed/2 bathrooms • Double car garage, great location • Newer roof, heat pump, new windows • Stainless steel appliances, new high end washer/dryer

MLS# 365781

• 1540 sq.ft./ 3 bed./ 2 full bath • 10x15 sunroom / 10x10 workshop • Fully fenced backyard, beautifully landscaped • Family friendly park MLS# 357004

• 966 sq.ft 2bed/ 2 bathroom • 12x16 patio, sprinkler system, single garage • Peaceful cul de sac location • Pleasant walk to Little Qualicum Falls MLS# 368542

• 1344 sq.ft., 3 bed / 2 bath • .47 acre adjacent to marina • Deep Bay waterfront property MLS# 354144

The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, April 10, 2014

www.pqbnews.com

#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 & microwave, coffee, bar area

423 CRESCENT WEST ROAD, QUALICUM BEACH

• Breathtaking ½ acre incredible Ocean view Estate Property in Qualicum Beach • Oversized dbl. garage & attached guest quarters w/2 en-suited bed & family room • 2 design building plans available for front part of present original home • Golf, beaches & all the amenities of the quaint town of Qualicum Beach

$325,000

2415 ARBUTUS CRESCENT, NANOOSE BAY

• Ocean view, private, south facing level entry rancher with lower walk-out level on .85 Acres • Main level features, new kitchen, upgraded bathrooms, large living/dining area & large master suite with den • Lower level with guest bedroom, bathroom, rec room with gas fireplace & separate entry • Almost an acre of privacy, sun, ocean & mountain views, yet close to all amenities, golf & marina

$489,000

175 HOYLAKE WEST ROAD, QUALICUM BEACH

• Ocean view custom built rancher style executive home in Qualicum Beach • Built by John Collins, designed by locally renowned architect, Peter Jorgensen • Distinctive California red tile roof to bright & light spacious interior floor plan • Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, a 10 minute walk to all amenities, golf & beach

$575,000

$775,000

1337 GABRIOLA DRIVE, PARKSVILLE

• Ocean view Craig Bay, Bowen model walking distance to Clubhouse & Guest suites • Main level living with, vaulted ceilings, oak flooring, travertine, granite, maple cabinetry • Lower level: media area & built in office, bar, gym, guest bedroom, cheater ensuite, storage • Included clubhouse: gym, pool, hot tub, sauna, tennis, social areas, fitness classes & activities

$479,900

3341 SCHOONER COVE, FAIRWINDS

• Very private 2400 sq. ft. 3 bed plus den Fairwinds West Coast Contemporary home on ½ acre lot • Large kitchen with copious wood cabinetry, detached eating island, pantry and nook area with mud room • Vaulted ceilings in living room, separate dining, master has grand en-suite and walk-in closet • 2 decks & patio area, double garage/workshop, lower level guest bed/bath, large rec room with fireplace

Visit our website at www.sandifordhomes.com for further details, www.sandifordhomes.com additional pictures, and virtual tours of these and other properties

$549,500

B15

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www.pqbnews.com

Thursday, April 10, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News

FAIRWINDS FANTASTIC

SCHOONER BAY MANOR

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Custom 3096 sqft 3 bedrm/3 bath “Arbutus Hill” West Coast style Quality finishing’s & fixtures throughout, OH ceiling & OS windows 2 sided Nat gas FP, Kitchen w/quality stainless appls & granite CTs Spacious Den, Office, Bonus Rm, patio, nicely landscaped .20 acre

LOTS OF EXTRAS/UPGRADES!

$768,000

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$59,000

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OWN YOUR OWN LAND

$108,000

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$584,900

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1950 sqft 3 bed rancher w/14x20’ detached shop/garage on .25 acre OS windows, 8 skylights, Dining Room w/heated floors, & Sunroom Kitchen w/oak cabinets & nook, Family Room w/natural gas fireplace BI vacuum, water softener, sprinkler syst, RV parking, HRV, & more

MANY EXTRAS!

French Provincial Elegance! Unique 3578 sqft 3 bedroom on .31 acre Captivating Kitchen w/ marble CTs, hi-quality appliances, large pantry Sculpted gas fireplace, inlaid wood floors, and carved wooden accents Views out over the first green, landscaped, covered patio with gas FP

GOLF COURSE VIEWS

$1,328,000

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2200 sqft 3 bedrm patio home w/features not found in other models Spacious open plan, skylights, lrg windows, Living Room w/gas FP Eat-in Kitchen w/maple cabinetry, nook w/door to a good-sized deck Family Room w/2 skylights & gas FP, Library/Study, lots of privacy

WALK TO THE CLUBHOUSE

$408,000

grantwildeman@shaw.ca

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Bright 1753 sqft 2 bed patio home w/different ceiling heights/vaults 3 skylights, lrg picture windows, gas FP, Island Kitchen, eating nook Family Room, BI vacuum, SW exposure, large partly-covered patio BI speaker system, perfect for retirement home/vacation get-a-way

OVERLOOKS THE POND

$329,500

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

EN WHWN T EN N O Y R CA WHYOU

REALTOR®

www.grantwildeman.ca

$359,000

FAIRWINDS ON THE COURSE

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Grant Wildeman LIS

CRAIG BAY CORTEZ

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AFFORDABLE VIEWS!

Well maintained 1592 sqft 3 bedroom cottage style home on .31 acre Wood FP, ensuited Master Bedroom w/WI closet, ensuited Guest Rm 2 levels of decking (one with hot tub), steps down to observation deck Sweeping panoramic views of ocean, islands, mtns from many rooms

Bright 924 sqft 2 bedrm in quiet MHP w/low strata fees, .14 acre Large Living Room, roomy Kitchen w/eating area & BI cabinetry Master Bedroom has 4 pc ensuite w/soaker tub and sep. shower Well maintained complex near trails, Englishman River Falls Park

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STUNNING FAIRWINDS HOME

BRIGHT PARKSVILLE HOME

Bright, sunny, & upgraded 980 sqft 2 bedrm rancher in 55+ MHP Living Room w/west-facing window, Kitchen w/updated appliances Good sized Bedrooms, cozy Den w/doors to deck, storage space Large private lot w/shed, replaced roof, fuel tank, & hot water tank

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WALK TO RED GAP SHOPPING

PINEWOOD VILLAGE ERRINGTON NE

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NANOOSE WATERFRONT

1369 Gabriola Drive, Craig Bay $399,000 • • • •

Over 2750 square feet 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms Swimming pool & tennis courts Double car garage

3-3199 Brooklin Lane, Hilliers $199,000 • • • •

2 bedrooms and 1100 square feet 5 minutes from Qualicum Beach Super quiet setting Immaculate and 5 appliances included NT

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2376 CHAIN WAY, NANOOSE BAY

$399,000

• Spectacular 270 degree Ocean Views • 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • 2100 sq ft private retreat • 2.1 acres of super private location

5250 Gainsberg Road, Bowser $349,000 • Detached 16x20 wired workshop • Approx. 2300 sq. ft. home with 4 large bedrooms • Extensive upgrading such as floors, kitchen & bathroom cabinetry • Nice wrap around deck and 3/4 acre

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2066 sq. ft. stand alone Crofton Model Hardwood flooring, gourmet kitchen and custom built ins Bright and sunny southern exposure Oversized garage

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.49 acre walk on waterfront Great neighbourhood of spectacular homes Amazing ocean views and Beachcomber Marina Build your dream home here

AL ION ON T TI ODA I D M ADOM C C A

2393 Higginson Road, Nanoose $625,000

1406 Gabriola Drive, Craig Bay $469,900

#15-3920 Island Highway, Qualicum Beach

$69,900

• 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

764 Ermineskin Avenue, parksville $374,900

176 Crescent Road E, Qualicum Beach $419,900 • Qualicum Beach character home adjacent to the Q.B. Memorial Golf Course • 2200+ square foot home with 4 bedrooms • Separate detached 1210 sq ft 2 bdrm in-law cottage • Walking distance to the beach and village centre

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4 bedrooms, 3 bathroom family home Living, family and bonus room Updated flooring and paint Fully fenced and RV parking