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Surviving acidic sea Company forced to change the way it farms JOHN HARDING
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Island Scallops continues to employ innovative measures to keep its business alive after the death of 10 million animals earlier last year, says the company’s CEO. High acid levels in the waters around Parksville Qualicum Beach killed 10 million scallops and forced the local shellfish producer to scale operations back considerably. Rob Saunders said this week the issue received international attention after the story appeared first in The NEWS, including some talk at a congressional hearing in the U.S. Saunders said his company is now taking scallops out of the ocean a year earlier than what was done in the past because the acid levels destroy the shells. “The mortality is just too high to keep them in the water for one more year,” said Saunders. “We’ve had to change the way we farm.” That means a smaller product, even though large Island Scallops were big sellers. It also means a different presentation in the market, he said. “We’re selling primarily live-in-the-shell product, but we’re not sure if the consumer wants that product,” said Saunders. Saunders said last year the carbon dioxide levels had increased dramatically in the waters of the Georgia Strait, forcing the PH levels to 7.3 from their norm of 8.1 or 8.2. Island Scallops seeds its animals at its hatchery in Qualicum Bay and they are reared in the ocean in small net cages attached to horizontal “longlines,” according to the company’s website. The longlines are submerged about 10 metres below the surface, in water about 30 metres deep. See BUSY TIME OF YEAR, page A8
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At least 30 Kwalikum Secondary students walked out of school Wednesday in protest over the impact of the strike and partial lockout.
YOUNG PEOPLE WALK OUT OF LOCAL SCHOOLS IN PROTEST OVER LABOUR STRIFE
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Students across B.C., including many in School District 69, walked out of class Wednesday expressing frustration with the ongoing rotating strikes and partial lockout of teachers. “This is neither for or against the B.C. Teachers’ Federation,” said Kwalikum Secondary Grade 10 student Robert Filmer who recently told The NEWS about his frustration with the teachers side of the issue. Holding a sign saying they are fighting for their education, he was picketing the high school with at least 30 other students first thing Wednes-
day. Students suggested they would be joined by many more during different class blocks through the day. “This is not a chess game, we are not pawns!” read another sign summing up the chatter among the group. “We’re tired of being stuck in the middle of this,” said one girl, “Don’t use us to try and prove your opinions.” Reports on various social media suggest at least 7,000 students across the province planned to walk out. They were joined in spirit by the B.C. Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils (BCCPAC) which said in a news release Tuesday that “the ‘feud’
between the B.C. Teachers’ Federation and the government is having a detrimental effect on students, particularly those most vulnerable, and creating financial hardship for struggling families.” They encourage people to write to Education Minister Peter Fassbender and BCTF president Jim Iker about the impact of the strike and lockout. Meanwhile, negotiations continue, a second teacher strike day is scheduled for the Parksville Qualicum Beach area today (June 5), and any further rotating strike days could be announced, depending on negotiations.
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Fishing derby, river run to support MVIHES LISSA ALEXANDER
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Two upcoming events will get residents in the outdoors, fundraising for the conservation and restoration of local salmon habitat. A Fishing Derby is taking place from June 9 through 14 and all legally caught species in the area can be brought to the Boathouse in Parksville for the chance to win big prizes. The prize for the largest saltwater fish is a Yamaha Outboard Engine T9.9 Power Tilt 4-Stoke. First place for the largest freshwater fish is a Yamaha F2.5msH. There are also hidden weight prizes. Pay $10 to register before June 9 or $25 to register after June 9. All proceeds go to the Mid Vancouver Island Habitat Enhancement Society (MVIHES). Bring in your catch to be weighed uncleaned between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily (Saturday until 4 p.m.). There will be sales at the store, fresh coffee and donuts and an on-site Texas barbecue. The Boathouse is located at 1300 Springhill Road, visit www.parksvilleboathouse.com or call 250-9479666 for more information. The annual River Run will also benefit MVIHES, taking place June 8. The five km Fun Run/Walk goes through the trails in the Englishman River Regional Park. This year there is another 10 km run for more serious runners. Participants can enjoy snacks and drinks provided by Thrifty Foods. Registration is $30 for adults, $20 for seniors and students and free for children under 14 when accompanied by an adult. Online registration ends June 6. Visit www.theriverrun.ca to register or call 250-607-7038 for more information.
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A public meeting in Deep Bay Tuesday morning brought a new concept to the drawing board. “It’s called amenity-based rural development (ABRD),” keynote speaker Nicole Vaugeois explained to a crowd of about 40 Deep Bay residents, local politicians, RDN staff and First Nations at the VIU Marine Field Station. “Instead of looking at rural areas as places of production we should be looking at them as places of consumption.” Vaugeois, who is the B.C. Regional Innovation Chair in Tourism and Sustainable Rural Development and works with the Department of Recreation and Tourism Management at VIU, said there needs to be a “broader shift” for this to happen. “The only communities that will remain are those where people choose to vote with their feet,” she said, adding population spikes have a high correlation with the presence of amenities. “ABRD is emerging as a potentially viable approach to enable regional resilience,” she said.
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“It’s a place-based approach that uses natural and cultural amenities as drivers for new economic realities that encourage people to visit and invest in the attractiveness of these places.” Vaugeois said “natural amenities” include climate, air quality, land and water and scenic settings; while “cultural amenities” include heritage, recreation and sports, arts, work and community and quality of life. “The notion of using attractiveness to drive economic development is a fairly new concept,” she said, adding it is important to work together as a collective region as opposed to individually as separate communities. “Tourists don’t see different jurisdictions they see regions as a whole.” Vaugeois discussed the promotion of tourism, lifestyle entrepreneurship and mobile business models pointing to communities such as Tofino and Ucluelet as exemplary success stories. She said both Tofino and Ucluelet are designated B.C. resort municipalities using tourism to drive their economies. See EVENT FUNDED, page A9
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END OF LIFE CARE
Island Health offers explanation of bed plan Official says Tuesday’s front-page story needs some clarification JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com
Island Health says its CEO Dr. Brendan Carr did not indicate last week there would be four-six new palliative care beds in the Parksville Qualicum Beach region this fall, contrary to what was reported in a front-page story in Tuesday’s edition of The NEWS. For the record, here’s the statement Carr sent to The NEWS which formed the basis of the story:
“As part of the development of Is“Dr. Brendan Carr did not indicate at land Health’s overall end of life plan, the public board meeting, or in the folwe have developed a bed low up quotes that were plan for beds in comsent to you, that up to six munity and hospital palliative care beds will settings. The bed plan open in Oceanside by late is based on ‘hospice fall. Again, while Island clusters’ of 4-6 beds in Health recognizes the various communities, need for additional end of including Oceanside. life care beds in communities across Vancouver These beds will be located in established resIsland as identified in our idential care settings and overall End of Life Plan, at DR. BRENDAN CARR funded using existing rethis time there is no final sources.” approval for End of Life On Wednesday morning, Island beds in Oceanside.” Health’s Val Wilson sent this e-mail in The late-fall timing referenced in regards to Carr’s statement: the Tuesday story came from this Carr
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THURSDAY SPOTLIGHT: People, places and issues of the Parksville/Qualicum Beach region SUMMER CAMPS
Keep children active this summer A variety of summer camps in the area will have children and youth doing sports, learning about theatre, performing, singing, gaining confidence, learning to paint and allowing their creative juices to flow LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
Summer camp season is nearly upon us and whether local children are into musical theatre, cartooning, painting, cooking, sports or horses there is something in this area for all tastes. Here are some of the options available to children and youth. There are a number of camps offered in the Arrowsmith Community this summer. “These are really creative camps,” said Marilynn Sims with the Arrowmsmith Recreation Team. The Youth Sp-Arts camp combines sports and the arts and this year it is expanding from a half day to a full day at the Coombs Fairgrounds. The first half of the day will get kids running around and playing games like basketball, floor hockey and co-operative games and the afternoon art camp will give youth the opportunity to dabble in photography, arts and crafts or music. All skill levels and experience welcomed. This camp is for ages 9 -15 and runs July 7-11. Youth can do the half or full day camp, which runs 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. The Painted Pony Summer Camp is a new addition to Arrowsmith Camps that will speak to horse and art lovers. Participants will work closely with horses, caring and riding them for part of the camp and then creating horse-themed art, whether in paint, sculpture, photography or a variety of mediums. Youth ages 10-15 will spend a week at Donegal Farm July 21-25 in Errington during the camp, with nationally certified Level 1 Gold Equine Canada Coach Dona Naylor. Children with limited or no horse experience are welcomed. Ages 10-12 will attend the camp from 9 a.m.-noon and ages 13-15 will go from 1-4 p.m. Parksville KidFest! Choir Camp is back by popular demand. Following the five-day music camp at the Soundgarden in Coombs, kids can perform onstage at KidFest. Choir director Allison Shaw has 28 years experience teaching in schools, directing children’s choirs and teaching private lessons. The camp is offered to children ages five-12 and the activities and rehearsals run August 5-9 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily plus the performance on Aug. 10. The Errington World Music Camp in August is full but everyone is invited to
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B2B’s Teen Musical Theatre (TMT) is the recital at the Errington Hall August 15 at 7:30 p.m. and next year organizers designed for youth 13-18 and is a threeweek workshop which will end with the hope to expand the camp. The 17th annual Summer Youth The- production of Disney’s The Little Meratre Workshop with Thea Stavroff will maid August 14-16. The camp runs July run July 13-19 at the Village Theatre in 28-August 16. For more information visit Qualicum Beach. The camp, for ages www.b2btheatre.com. Children and youth interested in art seven-14, will have kids working on the production K-I-D-S Radio along with all and theatre can take a variety of workthe teamwork and performance skills shops at the Old School House Arts Centre. The following all run 9:30 a.m.-noon. that comes with it. “The production is about a group of Ink drawing and cartooning with Kelly Ulrich for ages eight-14 kids trying to save their runs July 14-18. Kids radio station,” said StavThere are really ages six-12 can learn to roff. “There’s lots of room creative camps. paint with Ulrich August for music and singing MARILYNN SIMS 4-8. and kids to bring their A Paper Collage own ideas to the play.” workshop with Deb The workshop concludes with two performances at the Goodman is for ages six-12 and runs theatre on July 19 followed by a pot luck Aug 11-15, working in the medium of cut paper. Young students ages six-12 cast party. Bard 2 Broadway will have its theatre can learn Origami and more with Shino workshops running as usual this sum- Yoneda August 18-22, and make cards, mer. JUMP (Junior Music and Perfor- paper airplanes and more. This class mance) is for ages six-12 and runs July also has a full-day option. Children six-12 can draw and/or 21-26. It involves singing, acting, dancing, rhythm, improvisation and more. paint with Janice Erwin July 7-11, learnClasses run from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily at ing about the great masters and learning the Village Theatre in Qualicum Beach basic skills. This class also has a full day option. and it concludes with a recital.
Acting workshops include a production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe for kids ages six-12 from June 30- July 4. Jay Doige will teach that workshop and another involving the Roald Dahl book The Twits from July 28-Aug 1. Both workshops offer half and full days. The Regional District of Nanaimo offers a variety of summer camps for all ages including gymnastics, tennis, yoga, young chef camp and more. Visit www. rdn.bc.ca or call 250-248-325. Fees and registration: Sp-Arts Camp fees are $65.00 for the Sports, $80.00 for the Arts or $130.00 for the full day camp (all per week). The Painted Pony camp costs $100. For both camps contact Kim Longmuir, at ranlong@telus.net or 250-248-8515 to register. KidFest! Choir costs $150. To register visit www.kidfest.ca or contact Allison Shaw by phone at 250-954-2110. The Summer Youth Theatre Workshop is $141.75 for the week. Financial assistance is available through SOS. Contact Thea to register at 250-954-8237. B2B’s JUMP is $178.50. TMT is $288.75. Contact Hilary Whelton 250752-0547 or email wheltonc@shaw.ca. All half-day workshops at TOSH are $60 per week , full day sessions are $120 per week. Visit www.theoldschoolhouse.org or call 250-752-6133 to register.
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A 90-year-old woman died in a fire early Monday morning in a Parskville mobile home park. The B.C. Coroner’s Service confirmed the deceased is Irmgard Charlotte Szepat. The owner of the trailer in the Golden Dawn Mobile Home Park, located at the foot of Corfield Avenue adjacent to Parksville Community Park, said the woman had lived in the home for about 10 years and she still had her driver’s licence. According to the coroner, at 2:30 a.m. Mon-
day, neighbours noticed smoke coming from the trailer home where Szepat resided, and called 911. When the Parksville Volunteer Fire Department had extinguished the fire, they found Szepat’s body in the trailer. Fire investigators were still working at the scene Tuesday afternoon and the owner of the trailer said he had not yet gained access to the home. The B.C. Coroner’s Service, Oceanside RCMP and the fire department are continuing their investigation and the coroner’s news release said “foul play has been ruled out at this time.” — NEWS Staff
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Under the provisions of Section 224 of the Community Charter, City Council may, on or before October 31, exempt land, improvements or both, from municipal property taxes for the next calendar year subject to meeting certain requirements. In general, these requirements restrict exemption to non-profit organizations using the lands for specific non-profit purposes. Also included are ancillary lands and improvements in relation to property that is statutorily exempt for public worship and facilities constructed before 1974 that are owned and used exclusively without profit by a corporation to provide homes for elderly citizens. Non-profit organizations leasing and occupying municipal lands will be subject to assessment unless permissive taxation has been granted for the next calendar year. The deadline to submit your application for exemption consideration for the 2015 taxation year is 4 pm on Monday,June 30,2014 to the Director of Administrative Services, 100 Jensen Avenue East, PO Box 1390, Parksville BC, V9P 2H3. You may download a copy of the application by visiting the City’s website at http://parksville.ca/cms. asp?wpID=475, to ensure your submission meets the necessary criteria. DEBBIE COMIS Corporate Officer
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The Heart and Stroke Foundation’s Big Bike took some spirited laps around Parksville and Qualicum Beach this week, raising money for a good cause, while having a lot fun and a workout in the sun. The big bike was in Parksville June
3 with eight teams taking a turn on the 30 seat, truck-like bicycle. They raised over $16,600 together, with the Coastal Community Credit Union Coast-A-Nators’ $5,265 leading the pack. Five teams took turns in Qualicum Beach the next day, but the amount raised was not available at press time. Organizers said that was less teams than usual in Qualicum Beach, but they still had their big fundraisers, including Coast Realty Group which has raised more than $25,000 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation over the years.
“It’s just a great cause and it gets everybody motivated,” said Pat Culic, Parksville Bodyworks Babes team captain after their boisterous outing. The long time participants raised over $2,200 this year and are already planning to ride again next year. Last year Parksville’s Big Bike event raised over $17,400 and Qualicum Beach raised $14,600. Last year over 4,000 teams took part across the country, raising $8.4 million for research. Call 250-754-5274 or visit bigbike.ca for more information.
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Secondary suites bylaw approved The Regional District of Nanaimo’s secondary suite program finally got the green light. The new program will see secondary suites allowed in Nanoose Bay, Coombs, Hilliers, Errington, French Creek, Deep Bay and Bowser. RDN chair Joe Stanhope said this will “improve housing affordability for both
renters and homeowners.” cated within a dwelling unit Stanhope added elec- (like a basement suite) or toral area detached This will improve housing as either a residents affordability for both have shown standalone enters and homeowners “strong building JOE STANHOPE community (like a garden suite support” for what he called a “landmark or granny flat) or as part of an accessory building (like a program.” According to a news re- heritage home). lease issued by the RDN a Parksville and Qualicum secondary suite can be lo- Beach already allow second-
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CAMP DAY AT TIM’S: Parksville Volunteer Fire Department assistant fire chief Tyrone Heigh pours a mug of piping hot coffee at Tim Hortons Wednesday morning as part of the annual Camp Day fundraiser — a day where all coffee proceeds are donated to sending local children to Tim Hortons’ 10-day summer camp. Along with Heigh, various community ambassadors came out to volunteer their time. Last year this location raised nearly $6,000 in a single day and the store hopes to surpass that this year.
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From hatchery to harvest used to take about three years. Saunders said the company has lost all the scallops put in the ocean in 2010, 2011 and 2012. “(The high acidity level means the scallops) can’t make their shells and they are less robust and they are susceptible to infection,” said Saunders, who also said this level of PH in the water is not something he’s seen in his 35 years of shellfish farming. Saunders said Island Scallops and other
shellfish producers continue to work with the DFO and scientists in an attempt to find species that can withstand the more acidic waters. “We’re quite hopeful but we can’t afford to withstand those losses for very long.” This is Island Scallops’ busiest time of the year, with 35 employees getting seed from the Qualicum Bay operation into the ocean. “This is our busy time of year and we expect to put in the water five-to-six million scallops,” said Saunders. “We’ll see how they do.”
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New recycling regulations took effect in British Columbia May 19, seeing a wider array of items accepted via residential curbside collection and at recycling drop-off depots.
NEW RECYCLING REGULATIONS CAME INTO EFFECT MAY 19
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Despite a lot of confusion, Regional District of Nanaimo zero waste co-ordinator Jeff Ainge said new recycling regulations won’t change a whole lot for residents. “Within the RDN people shouldn’t see a great deal of change at all,” said Ainge. “We have the same collection contractors, scheduled (pick-up) days, blue box and yellow bag.” On May 19 Multi-Material B.C. launched in an effort to meet the province-wide mandate which sees firms that distribute packaging waste pay the cost of recycling it. Ainge said under the new MMBC program, residents will see more curbside opportunities to recycle a wider array of items such as milk cartons, foam containers and packaging, plant pots, aluminum foil packaging and certain
types of plastic film packaging and drink cups. Residents living within municipalities and rural areas will experience the same residential curbside collection benefits. Additionally, he said drop-off depots are also accepting more products such as styrofoam cushion packaging, plastic bags and glass containers. “It’s just a case of having to refresh our memory and (recycling) habits,” said Ainge, adding MMBC has standardized curbside recycling across the province bringing the service to a number of smaller communities that didn’t have it before. Ainge said a lot of smaller towns in northern Vancouver Island are benefiting from the program as well as cities like Prince George and Quesnel who didn’t have blue box recycling in place beforehand. “We’re being made aware of how much waste we generate,” said Ainge, noting this program is a “positive step forward” in reducing our carbon footprint. For a full list of items now accepted in curbside collection and at drop-off depots visit www.recycling2014.ca.
Bike beats the bus, car wins Cycling can take only a few minutes more than riding in a vehicle and it’s a healthy choice, according to a local coalition and backed up by the results from the Bus-Bike-Car challenge. Friday, May 30 marked Oceanside’s first BusBike-Car challenge. Cyclist Andy Telfer took on motor vehicle commuter Cliff Craven and the regularly scheduled BC Transit Bus route #90, driven by Peter. All three started at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre and finished at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre. The results: Craven, driving his car, arrived
in 13 minutes and 50 seconds. Telfer arrived in 23 minutes and 45 seconds, and the bus finished in the usual time for the run, 24 minutes and 30 seconds, with about 12 passengers on the bus when it arrived. The Oceanside Cycling Coalition said this indicates that cycling can take only a few more minutes than driving and burns a lot more calories. This means, the coalition concludes, that residents can combine their commute with their exercise routine once or twice a week, or more. —Submitted by Andy Telfer/NEWS Staff
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They also boast a population growth above the provincial average and have a median age below the provincial average. The three-hour seminar was funded through Alberni-Pacific Rim MLA Scott Fraser’s constituency budget, who attended the meeting, and called the idea of ABRD “an out of the box way of thinking.” Fraser said these ideas apply directly to the mid-Vancouver Island area and he was “excit-
ed” to hear about a different approach to economic opportunity. “It’s important to keep this conversation going,” said Fraser. RDN director Bill Veenhof, who organized the event, said ABRD is “a wonderful way of looking at economic opportunities” for the Bowser- Deep Bay region he represents. Veenhof said he would like to plan a formal economic development forum in the near future.
It was prom night for many last weekend and as was the case three years ago (when my son graduated). It was lots of fun not only for the kids, but for the parents as well. For me it was particularly special, having coached hockey to many of these kids over the years, I have had the opportunity to really get to know them. I find it interesting to hear their plans, as they begin to make their own. Many of them (including my children) have ambitious goals – ones that will require further education, and with it of course, the costs – which brings us to today’s financial advice. The best advice I can give to parents with younger children is this: contribute as much as you can to RESPs. Really, it’s a no-brainer, and here are just a few reasons why: • The Canada Education Savings Grant. Up to $7,200 per child is available to help fund your children’s education(s). With growth this could well be enough to cover a full year of post-secondary education. • Up to $2,000 is available through the Canada Learning Bond (to qualified families). • Tax-deferred growth. Investment income earned within an RESP is not subject to annual taxation, and when a withdrawn is made it is taxed in the hands of the student, typically resulting in little or no tax. • If your child does not go to college the money is not lost. You would have to pay back the grants, but your contributions will be returned to you tax-free. There is also the possibility of rolling some of the money into your RRSP. • RESPs can be set up for grandchildren, as well as children. But enough about the numbers. As a parent who has faithfully contributed to an RESP from day one, I can tell you from my experience that the best thing about the RESP is the feeling you get at times like prom night - knowing that your child’s education is taken care of. But even better, the sudden realization that your disposable income is about to go up substantially. When I tell people this I get funny looks, given that beginning in September, I will have 2 children attending college: one living in residence at VIU, and the other living in Vancouver attending UBC (where accommodation is anything but cheap). It sounds like an expensive time in one’s life, but with some planning it can be quite the opposite. Think about it: • Our grocery bill will go down. • Utility bills will drop. • No more hockey and golf to have to pay for. • The cost of school supplies will no longer be coming out of our pockets. • And finally, we will no longer be contributing thousands of dollars a year to the RESP! I know. They will still have to eat, will likely continue with sports, and will still need school supplies. But from now on, it will all come out of the RESP. Like I said: it’s a no-brainer. There is a lot more to know about RESPs involving contribution limits, carry-forwards, tax implications, as well as some complex technicalities that few people fully understand. For more detailed information please call us at (250) 752-8184 and we can answer any questions you may have. Jim Grant, CFP is a Financial Advisor with Raymond James Ltd (RJL). The views of the author do not necessarily reflect those of RJL. This article is for information only. Securities are offered through Raymond James Ltd., member-Canadian Investor Protection Fund.
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he Stanley Cup final is underway after what’s been the most thrilling and entertaining playoffs in many years. We’ll go out on a limb here and suggest the majority of those in Parksville Qualicum Beach who pay attention to the National Hockey League are fans of the Vancouver Canucks, who have been working on their golf game for two months now. So, in a series between the New York Rangers and Los Angeles Kings, where do local fans park their allegiances for the next two weeks? We’re hoping for a good series, but we understand some people find it more fun to have a rooting interest. We’re here to help. The Kings are a Western Conference rival for the Canucks, and the teams have some less-than-friendly history. The Rangers have former coach Alain Vigneault and is the team that beat Vancouver in an epic final series in 1994. Tough choice, for sure. Well, let’s look at the rosters. The Rangers have 13 Canadians on their roster, none from B.C. The Kings have 14 Canadians, two from B.C. — little known backup goalie Martin Jones from North Vancouver and solid veteran defenceman Willie Mitchell from Port McNeill, a former Canuck. Well that seals it, doesn’t it? Not only do the Kings have a B.C. presence, they have a Vancouver Island presence in Mitchell, who hails from a tiny, attractive little fishing community about three hours north of here. The Kings are an example of how the new NHL is played. Big and fast, they have young players in the bottom two forward lines who can really skate, which compliments the big, fast, skilled veterans who can really skate that they have at the top of their salary chart, guys like Anze Kopitar and Jeff Carter. There we go then — Parksville Qualicum Beach is Kings country for a couple of weeks. The beauty of this choice is we are jumping on the bandwagon of the heavily-favoured team. Predictions are folly at the best of times, but regular readers of this space know we’re not afraid of a little folly from time to time. We don’t know the result of Game 1 last night, but we’ll take the Kings in five. — Editorial by John Harding
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Letters IMPORTANT STRIKE QUESTIONS I read the letter from Ginny Lefeaux (‘The strike’s impact on us students’ The NEWS, June 3) with great interest. Apparently she has bought into the BCTF line without thorough examination. Well, there is another side to the story. One of her quotes which requires a reasoned response is this: “Their request for smaller class sizes, more support staff and less budget cuts is nowhere near unreasonable.” Let’s look at some genuine facts to see what is truly reasonable. At present, there are approximately 45,000 teachers in B.C. and the average class size is about 26. One figure being bandied about is to reduce average class size to 21. If ratios hold true this would mean hiring thousands of new teachers. At an average salary of $72,000 (BCTF’s own figure), this means the government would have to pay out perhaps hundreds of millions more a year in additional salaries. When generous benefits packages are thrown in, the figure becomes close to $1 billion a year. But that is only the beginning. If you have that many more teachers, you need that many more classrooms, resulting in hundreds of new schools being built, all at enormous capital cost. Then each school would require a principal, assistant principal, office staff, janitorial staff and an array of expensive supplies. And, yes, the letter writer also wants “more support staff,” another huge potential expense — and no budget cuts are to be allowed to finance these costs.
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There are only about two million taxpayers in B.C. Just how much of an additional burden does Lefeaux wish to impose? And she should also remember that whatever the government takes from us is no longer available to spend as we would wish, but that money is now spent as government bureaucrats wish, thereby diminishing our freedom. More taxes would mean even less freedom. Just how much of our freedom is Lefeaux — and the thousands of BCTF members — willing to see us lose? These are important questions which must be openly addressed.
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WITH TEACHER’S CUT, CUT MLA PAY 10%
Some folks think it a big holiday for our teachers to take care of their kids for them five days week. Other folks think the teachers are being paid too much. Other folks think that teachers work a normal eight-hour day, when for most of them it is from 8:30 a.m. to possibly 5:30 p.m. if they are lucky. How many of us would be happy to be told that our provincial government is thinking of reducing our pay cheques by 10 per cent in retaliation for the rotating strikes? The teachers don’t even have to think about it. When they got their pay cheques last week, the 10 per cent had already been taken off. I’m sure they had some rather nasty thoughts about this as there may have been something they needed that
money for. May I suggest that our MLAs have 10 per cent of their “hard-earned” money returned as they have done to the teachers. LES CRIMP Nanoose Bay
REVEALING CYCLISTS PHOTOS IN THE NEWS
What revealing photographs of cyclists in the June 3 edition of The NEWS. Was the injured cyclist on page 3 wearing a helmet, and who hit whom — the truck or bike? I hope she’s okay. As for the photo regarding Bike To Work Week on page 5, I cannot believe the foreground cyclists were allowed to participate without wearing helmets. The man using his hand-held device could actually receive three fines; distracted riding, operating a bicycle with one hand when not signaling and of course, no helmet. Total, $327. Of course, education and enforcement are paramount. Under the Motor Vehicle Act, a bicycle is considered a vehicle subject to the ‘rules of the road’, other than children being able to ride on sidewalks. Bells are mandatory equipment, the lack of which could result in yet another fine. Pedestrians and other cyclists appreciate their use. Ah, summer cycling in Oceanside; fun, practicality and responsibility. Check out http://bikesense.bc.ca/ or ask your local bike shop for a manual.
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letter POOR EDUCATION As a parent here in Oceanside, I can feel my head almost exploding. I’ve had enough. We’ve taken enough, and someone needs to start listening, but it feels as though nobody is. We’ve dealt with the school closures. We’re worried, we’re ill at ease and now we are dealing with rotating strike action. This is really piling it on, right? Lots of us wrote letters, thousands, to Premier Christy Clark, Education Minister Peter Fassbender, MLA Michelle Stilwell, anyone who might listen. But wait, there’s so much more. The latest genius plan for Oceanside Middle School, soon to become an elementary school, is to make many, if not all, the classes split classes. Someone in our new administration thinks this is a great idea. You know, I made a joke the other day about simply cramming all students, regardless of age, into a Little House on the Prairie-like Frankenschool. Who cares about grade? Skill level? Age? Who cares, cram them in. Apparently, even a Grade 2/3/4 split class is proposed. What is that? Is there seriously any parent that will swallow that with a side of school closure, appetizer of strike action and entrée of re-zoning? Anyone who longs for the days of the single-room prairie schoolroom, show your support now. I haven’t even mentioned the repeated promises to set aside space at the new schools for pre-schools and before/after school care. That was swept aside, and now there is nothing. These schools will have literally no pre-schools, and no facilities whatsoever for before and after-school care. So, your children can now go straight into full-day Kindergarten, without ever hitting pre-school and you can’t work because there’s nowhere for them to go after school. There’s your dessert, folks.
In the meantime, we have had flat line global temperatures going on 18 years now, while the CO2 levels have continued to increase. This information is acknowledged somewhat reluctantly and sheepishly by the IPCC. Their models have utterly failed to predict what has actually happened in real SHARON TODD life on this planet. Parksville Of course these alarmists in their desperation to find a cause are now trying to blame extreme weather FORWARD THINKevents on climate change. They have ING QB COUNCIL continually mixed CO2 carbon with We totally agree with the letter ‘QB pollution carbon and weather with council has long been divided’ by Pat climate change. Nor, in their fuzzy Hadley (The NEWS, May 22). unscientific thinking, have they ever My husband and I have lived in considered the fact that in many places Qualicum Beach for 21 years. There in the world global warming, if it ever has always been a degree of frustration happens, and increasing in CO2 would within the past councils and that is to be beneficial. be expected. And surprise, we have had one of The names of those who had served the best starts to the growing season on council that were mentioned in ever seen here for many years with Hadley’s letter were all people who we plenty of water and lots of CO2 which had voted for. makes things grow so well. We will hopefully retain the three The world has endured climate more forward-thinking members of change, higher temperatures, and our current council. They all have our higher CO2 levels many times in the vote. past sometimes with disastrous results I wonder if the people who are but often with huge benefits. These are against change are aware of the num- natural changes in global conditions ber of businesses that have closed or and the anthropogenic component is are on the verge of closing? negligible. If we are to have a sustainable busiThis imminent “enviro desolation” ness and service industry, we have to envisaged by the alarmists is not gobe open to some change. ing to happen. We are more likely to In the interest of full disclosure, my be destroyed by an errant meteorite husband and I are retired and we do or a massive volcanic eruption than not own a business in town. anything to do with climate change or BARBARA READ global warming or CO2 levels. Qualicum Beach There are far more important things to worry about on this planet. Can you imagine how many hungry people SKY NOT FALLING could have been fed and given clean Re: “The sky is falling” global warm- water if they had the benefit of the ing/climate change alarmists shriek- billions of dollars wasted in this futile ing from the roof tops (letters by Stan chase of a phantom problem. ALF RANDALL Gauthier and W.C. Waterhouse in reQualicum Beach cent editions of The NEWS).
We are just hitting it out of the park in this area for education. If anyone with school-age children bothers staying here, which at this point I am quite seriously reconsidering, I just can’t wait to see how all our kids turn out with this utterly stellar quality of education we are offering.
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Friede Dunfield loved to stroll along the seawall at Qualicum Beach, stop for a rest on a bench and look at the beauty of the ocean in front of her. After her passing, her children honoured her memory by buying one of those benches and a plaque engraved with her name that also said: “Mom and best friend, you will always be with us.” The family bought the bench for $450 in 2002. They learned earlier this year from the town the bench is no longer safe, needs to be replaced and if the Dunfields want to renew, it will cost $1,800. Friede’s son Peter Dunfield doesn’t believe it would take much to get the bench safe and better looking. “I think 10 minutes of sanding and couple of coats of varnish would do it,” said Peter. “That’s ridiculous to say it’s no longer viable so they (the town) can take it out and re-sell it for $1,800. I think it’s really disrespectful of people who have purchased the benches as memorials.” The policy regarding these benches has changed a few times over the years. A walk along the seawall reveals benches in all sorts of stages, some looking pretty rough, others brand new. Many have memorial plaques, some have clearly had the plaques removed. “If the original purchasers don’t wish to remove them, we remove the plaques,” explained Qualicum Beach town planner Luke Sales. “It’s just not realistic to maintain (the benches) forever.” The town’s policies — both old and new — make reference to the town maintaining the benches for a period of time, but none of the policies say it’s a forever agreement. Sales said he isn’t unsympathetic, and he agrees with the Dunfields that their bench isn’t exactly falling apart. “If it was at my house, yes (it would be fine), but the town has different standards,” he said.
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A new bench beside an older one on the seawall at Qualicum Beach.
“We’re trying to find a way to balance our high maintenance standards with the expectations of bench purchasers who purchased under previous arrangements.” Peter isn’t sure exactly what the family will decide to do with the bench. The town has offered the bench to the family and Peter said it might end up in the backyard of one of the children. If they want to keep a plaque on a bench on the seawall, the town says the family will have to pay $1,800 for an eight-year agreement. Peter has a suggestion for the town: “If they are going to change the policy so you can only rent the plaque for a period of time, do it in a way that allows for multiple plaques (on each bench).” We Have Happy Advertisers! Contact me today.
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“According to Google Maps, the drive to some tasty yet simple food fare will take approximately 6 hours and 5 minutes, and is about 684 kilometres.” Alexandra Straub
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How far would you travel for a home cooked meal? Munich, Germany – There’s no shortage of places to chow down here in Bavaria but that’s not really what I had in mind. Sometimes you just by Alexandra Straub hanker for some good ol’ fashioned home cooking and the desire makes distance no object. According to Google Maps, the drive to some tasty yet simple food fare will take approximately six hours and five minutes, and is about 684 kilometres. One way. That’s not including the approximately 8,300 kms travelled to get to Munich, Germany. The destination: Budapest, Hungary, where I’ll have one night to spend with my grandparents – grandma Ilona and grandpa Pál Lencsés. I’ve got the use of a bright red 2015 Audi A3 and a full tank of gas, so why not? Considering I’ll be there less than 24 hours, words like “ambitious” or “motivated” or even “crazy” might describe my reasoning. But heck, if it means I get a home cooked meal, I’d travel all night. Relatively speaking, I’m so close to them. I couldn’t let the opportunity go to waste. And anyone who loves their grandparents’ cooking will sympathize.
drive is. Especially on the most, direct route. Knowing Getting me there doesn’t involve security screenings, boarding passes, the hospitality of flight attendants or that I would get to spend some quality time with my the company of an Airbus. With my bag tucked away grandparents, and the A3, kept me going. With the in the trunk, my destination set into the GPS, it was go speed limits decreasing and the flow of traffic considertime. ably worsening, I knew I was getting close. It was just This particular A3 came equipped with Audi’s new nearing dinner. Perfect. MMI Touch with hand-writing recognition infotainBefore devouring my grandma’s famous crepes – ment system and the MMI Navigation plus. Instead of complete with homemade apricot jam with apricots spelling out the address using the dial and twisting the that grew in their summer home’s backyard. My wrists back and forth, you can just trace out the letters grandparents tightly embraced me. I’m not sure who with your finger on the dial’s face. I will warn you, if you was more excited to see whom, though their attention have bad penmanship like me, the system might pick up was split between hugs and admiring the red chariot on a different letter than the that brought me to their one you had intended! home in one piece. I can’t Grandma’s Famous Regardless, getting the hang blame them. It is quite the of it is relatively easy, and sedan in regards to styling. really kind of fun, too. And that colour just can’t Ingredients: 2 eggs Throughout the drive in be missed. Pinch of salt Germany, I shaved a few As I walked through the 1 teaspoon of sugar minutes off here and there. courtyard and along the 6 heaping spoonfuls of flour The speed limitless zones path to their apartment, (can be substituted with rice flour for gluten free!) certainly helped. Perhaps I caught a faint whiff of Dash of baking powered that’s why I opted to take what had been baking 300ml milk the car rather than fly. throughout the day. I knew 300ml soda water A chance to drive quickly – 50ml Oil that the crepes, and myself, in certain sections - AND get would soon be gone. Mix and let it sit for 10 minutes a delicious meal at the end. In this case, you can’t help Fry in pan on medium heat The A3’s swift characteristics buy devour yet appreciate Makes 20-25 hail from its 1.8L, direct the goodness a “home” injected and turbocharged cooked meal can have. The 4-cylinder engine. With a family then gathers around the dinner table, says grace, healthy dose of 170 horsepower and 199 lb-ft of torque, and digs in. I had everything I needed. Was it worth it? That’s obvious of an answer as is the The competency of its front MacPherson Strut with response to, “Do you want seconds?” Lower Wishbones and 4-link rear suspension with sepThe meal was priceless but the 2015 Audi A3 1.8 TFSI arate spring/shock absorber arrangement at highway has a starting of $31,100. speeds is confidence inspiring. It doesn’t waver with Check out the Question of the Week and if you want the speed and feels firmly planted. And for a small-ish more info about the A3, visit www.audi.ca vehicle, that’s always a good thing. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca The Audi A3 itself isn’t boring by design, but the long
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Putting the finishing touches to the magnificent Mustang By Nigel Matthews
Our classic and collector car expert continues today with the third part of his four-part series on the restoration of public relations executive Laura Ballance’s rare 1967 Ford Mustang T5 by 360 Fabrication in Abbotsford. Our classic and collector car expert continues today with the third part of his four-part series on the restoration of public relations executive Laura Ballance’s rare 1967 Ford Mustang T5 by 360 Fabrication in Abbotsford. The Mustang T5 body shell has been painted, clear coated, wet-sanded, recleared and finally polished to a show quality finish. Now comes the fun part of a restoration, the reassembly, opening boxes and fitting all of those new parts. This is as close as you can get to being a car factory assembly line worker except you are doing every task instead of just one, and you have all the time that is needed and not having to work to the speed of a moving production line. One of the upgrades that the T5 will receive is a new product designed to dampen and suppress the driveline and road noise, making the inner cabin as quiet as possible and a bit like a modern car. The foil covered pads have a peel off backing and are adhered to every inner
sheet metal panel such as the roof, floor, doors and bulkhead. The next step is to install the new wiring harness; old wiring harnesses become brittle over time due to heat and corrosion at the joints and terminals, ask the owner of any British Sports Car from that era! The interior has been completely renewed from top to bottom staring with the headliner, trim panels, carpets, dash pads and the seats have all been reupholstered. Before the new back glass and windshield are installed (all of the other glass panels have been replaced) the new vinyl top is installed. Installing a vinyl roof is not a task that is performed very often these days but 360 have the skills to do this in-house. LKQ stocks a huge selection of high quality muscle car sheet metal and parts. “If you are doing a premium muscle car restoration the only sheet metal you want to use is from LKQ,” asserted Rick Francoeur at 360. The exterior panels will soon have their final fitting. They have been fitted and removed during the restoration process countless times to make sure that the panel gaps are correct. The final fitting process will involve two or three people to make sure that the paint does not get chipped or damaged. Before the original V-8 engine was removed from the car it underwent a compression check, all of the cylinders
had equal and strong readings so a complete re-build was not necessary. The carburetor has been replaced with a new two-barrel, the automatic transmission has been completely re-built as has the rear axle. Rick talked Laura out of fitting a modern rack and pinion power steering kit or even upgrading the manual steering box to a power-assisted unit so it will be reliving the Armstrong steering experience for Laura when parking at low speeds! One safety upgrade is the installation of original Ford front disc-brakes; these are a must in today’s traffic. Collector vehicle drivers are very cautious, invariably when accidents occur it is the drivers around you that are not paying attention or cutting you off. 360 have done their research and paid a lot of attention to detail during this rebuild, right down to avoiding the temptation of installing an exhaust system with two tailpipes. Next week, we will explore what exactly a T5 is? How rare they are and explore some of the events that Laura and her brand new old car car will be attending in this 50th anniversary year of the Ford Mustang. Nigel Matthews is the director of sales and marketing for Hagerty Insurance Canada. nmatthews@hagerty.com
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First stage in the transformation of Lincoln The Lincoln MKZ is the first vehicle in a four-vehicle transformation coming from the premium carmaker over a fouryear timeline. The MKZ has been selling well and the hybrid model has sold much better than Lincoln was expecting. But the reality is that Lincoln has a long way to go to resurrect this once mighty American luxury brand. It’s hoped the brand’s new fashion-forward design will attract younger buyers, rather than the older crowd that traditionally purchases the brand. Another is providing value, something luxury buyers are not used too. The base MKZ and the Hybrid have the same starting price of $37,960 Looks This big Lincoln is built off the same platform as the less expensive Ford Fusion. It could be argued that the front waterfall grille is dramatic and takes that base Ford sedan and turns it into the Lincoln with good effects. The standard LED headlamps also make a statement. It is the back of the car that I’m not sure about. The super clean and rather square rear deck lid and bumper, framed by a full width taillight, look modern but
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Buick luxury is a standard feature, not a costly option While most auto manufacturers provide option lists as long as your arm, the 2014 Buick Enclave provides many luxuries as standard equipment. Particularly appreciated by yours truly on an extended test drive were the perforated leather seats that conform to your body and provide comfort and warmth via easily accessible heater/air conditioning buttons. I found the Enclave to be very comfortable and the cabin to be very quiet, in fact there was little if any road noise. Seating for seven with an option for eight, gives riders plenty of room and all seats are very comfortable. The second seats slide forward easily thanks to ‘Smart Slide’, enabling quick access to the third-row seating area. With the pull of a lever, the cushion flips up while the seatback slides forward. The system can be adjusted to provide more legroom either for those in the second row or third.
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I should also note the ice blue LED light strip that envelops the entire inside of the vehicle at night, forming a chest high ring of light. Might be ok if you’re a fan of the movie Tron, but I found it a bit distracting. Moving on . . . The Enclave features enough technological upgrades to excite any techno savvy person. The Buick IntelliLink system is an in-
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applicants to spend two weeks studying politics, law and economics at one of the world’s most renowned schools. “Both my parents work in economics and statistics related fields,” she said, explaining she’s always enjoyed the social sciences. “This is going to be an amazing opportuAUREN RUVINSKY nity for me, to connect with Yale professors writer@pqbnews.com and other young global scholars as keen A remarkable Kwalikum Secondary Grade and as interested in global issues and learn11 student is on her way to Yale University ing as I am, and I am extremely excited to this summer and looking for some financial have been given this opportunity,” she says support. in a letter she is circulating among busi“I’ve always loved history and economnesses and clubs in the region looking for ics, and I hope to go to UBC and get a degree help in the expensive venture. in economics,” said Ellen Pope, admitting The program, in New Haven, Connectishe’s not sure at this early stage exactly what cut, costs $5,000 plus travel, towards which ELLEN MUNROE career she’ll take that into, but she likes inshe has received a $1,000 Rotary donation ternational economics. and she will talk to the group about her trip Searching online she came across and when she returns. applied for the Yale Young Global Scholars summer proAnyone interested in supporting this unique educationgram and was accepted from a huge, competitive pool of al opportunity can contact the KSS office at 250-752-5651.
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Vancouver Island sitting pretty Sales activity across the Vancouver Island housing market area continued its upward swing in May, paving the way for a strong summer market. Last month the benchmark price for a single-family home in the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) coverage area was $314,700, while Parksville/Qualicum has a benchmark price of $349,500, which is virtually unchanged from last year. “The Vancouver Island market continues to be very affordably priced for buyers in comparison to some of the larger urban markets across the country,” said VIREB president Blair Herbert. “In terms of overall value for your dollar, our market is very attractive.” A total of 485 single-family homes sold on the MLS system in the VIREB coverage area in May 2014. This represents a 34.7 per cent increase over the 451 sales recorded last month, and an 8 per cent increase over sales recorded last year at this time. Inventory levels continue to remain slightly lower than last year, with active listings down approximately two per cent. According to Herbert, the lower inventory has not had much of an impact on pricing trends, as home prices have
remained relatively stable. The benchmark price last month for a single-family home of $314,700 had an MLS® HPI index value of 147.8. (This represents a 47.8 per cent increase since January 2005, when the index was 100). The benchmark price is down 0.07 per cent from last month and increased 2.07 per cent over last year. The average price of a single-family home in the VIREB area was $345,861, which represents a slight increase of one per cent over this time last year. According to BCREA chief economist, Cameron Muir, low interest rates continue to be a powerful incentive to get into the marketplace. While market activity has remained robust, he does not anticipate any movement in the housing market until later this year. The benchmark price for a single-family home in the Campbell River area is $261,800; in the Comox Valley the benchmark price was $321,500; Duncan reports a benchmark price of $282,600; Nanaimo’s benchmark price is $338,600; and the price for a benchmark home in Port Alberni is listed at $193,600. VIREB represents nearly 950 REALTOR members on Vancouver Island (north of Victoria). —Submitted by VIREB
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Five community organizations have received $144,975 in Community Gaming Grants from the B.C. government. The announcement was made by Parksville-Qualicum MLA Michelle this week. The organizations are: •Oceanside Minor Lacrosse Association, $7,600 •Nanaimo Minor Hockey Association, $55,000 •Vancouver Island Military Museum Society, $36,000 •Sandy Shores Skating Club, $26,250 •Nanaimo Canadian Amateur Football Association, $20,125 “These organizations are an important part of our com-
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FORWARD House Community Society Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. Location: 136 East Hirst Ave., Parksville. Refreshments provided. WE WILL ACCEPT NOMINATIONS AND VOTE FOR A NEW DIRECTOR
IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, that’s your business. Want to STOP, we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous. 1-800-883-3968
DEATHS
DEATHS
WE’RE ON THE WEB
Kenneth M. Brambell
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
January 15, 1928 - May 26, 2014
Ken leaves to grieve his passing his partner in life Joan, his wife of sixty-four years, his son Ken and daughter Kathy (Gary). Missing their beloved “Poppy� are his granddaughters Sarah (Matt) and Emily and his greatgranddaughter Madison. Ken loved his family dearly and was so very proud of them. Ken enjoyed his retirement in Qualicum, golfing at Glengarry and Arrowsmith Golf Clubs. He was an active member of the St. Mark’s Church congregation singing for many years in the choir. As a member of the “Songbirds�, the concerts at the senior homes and community centres brought him special joy. Ken was a gentleman respected for his integrity and kindness. He will be missed by his many friends in Qualicum, including, the “Happy Gang�. Please join us for a celebration of his life, Saturday, June 7, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Marks’s Anglican Church, 138 Hoylake Road West, Qualicum. In lieu of flowers, donate to Stoke Recovery Association of BC, 399 Dorset Rd., Qualicum Beach V9K 1H5, St. Marks Anglican Church, 138 Hoylake Road West, Qualicum Beach V9K 1K3, or a charity of you choice.
Elizabeth (Betty) Catherine Ellis
Elizabeth (Betty) Catherine Ellis, only child of Captain Cyril and Ethel Fry, was born in Halifax May 12, 1918 and died in Qualicum Beach May 30, 2014. Betty was predeceased by her husband of 63 years Jack Ellis in 2005. She loved her children, Craig, Chenda (Carolyn), and John; her grandchildren, Angela & Jared Brown, Amanda and Michael Dockum, Stephen and Allison Gregory, Dana and Leo Bond; her amazing great grandchildren, Jackson, Georgia, Riley, and Charlotte. They will miss their Mom, Grannie and GG. Betty enjoyed the blended, extended family members and the Magees, Ballantynes, Valley Girls and Guys, and dear friend Helen Weaver. From boarding school to war years to Port Alberni and Qualicum years, Mom lived her life fully with an abiding faith. She extended hospitality to all and mentored many. Betty loved family times, golf, bridge, good music, and the beach cottage. She is fashionably tardy in joining her many lifelong friends who have gone ahead. We thank Darcy and the staff of Qualicum Manor where Mom resided the past 8 years. You each were a true blessing to us all. Please enjoy a vanilla ice cream (small) at Whiskey Creek for Mom. A service, led by The Reverend Alan Naylor and The Venerable Dianne Tomalin, was held on Sunday, June 1, 2014 at St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Qualicum Beach. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.
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God still heals and is the kindest person you’ll ever meet! Join us on Sundays
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DEATHS
Barbara-Anne Ellen Riddoch (McMillan)
Born September 13, 1966 - Nanaimo, BC Died May 20, 2014 - Nanaimo, BC Pre-deceased by her mother, Cynthia Mary McMillan (Tranfield). Survived by her two sons: Brandon and Cameron Riddoch, Father: John T. McMillan, 2 sisters: Cindy  (Bob), Kathy (Mike),  2 brothers: Geoff (Melissa), Michael (Cynthia), Nieces, nephews, one aunt, one uncle and cousins. A faithful and loving mother, daughter, sister, friend.
We will love her and miss her forever.... DEATHS
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Parksville Community Centre Society Annual General Meeting June 19th. at 7pm. (Please call 250-248-6234 for more information, or if you would like to become a board member) Everyone welcome to attend!
LOST AND FOUND FOUND NEW Ready Readers on the Alberni Hwy across from the Chev Dealership. Call to identify, (250)248-2238. LOST. CANON Camera in orange case. Yambury Rd. Beach. Sunday (250)594-3458 LOST: Ladies “Mickey Mouse� watch, black strap, in QB. E-mail: mynic@shaw.ca or tel. 250-752-0709.
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DAY & EVENING mobile patrol drivers required. FT/PT. Permanent. Must have valid security and drivers licence. Email resume to: hr@footprintssecurity.com PHEASANT GLEN Golf Resort’s busy restaurant & banquet facility is seeking an experienced cook for part time summer work. If interested please contact Manager Gord Melissa at 250-752-8786 or gmelissa@pheasantglen.com Vernon Service Company requires Journeyman Service Plumbers/Gasfitters, $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-549-4416
HOME CARE/SUPPORT CARE AIDE is required ASAP for 49 yr old male with MS. 2 full days/wk, holiday relief 10 F/T/wks. $150/day. Sleepover, $200. References are req’d. Call (250)248-6510.
OFFICE SUPPORT CLERK LEGAL assistant required. Conveyance and/or property development experience preferred but will consider all applicants. Email resume to Jodie@pearcetaylor.com
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ALICE SIMONE EMMA FONTAINE NEÉ BEAUDRY
HELP WANTED An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.
April 23, 1923 – June 1, 2014
Some people believe we can become an angel when we die. You, my love, were born an angel. Our dear Mother, Grandmother & Great Grandmother passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by loving family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Adelard, son, Edouard (Wa), grandchildren, Travis, Reina and Joel. She is survived by her children, Gilbert, Roger, George, Normand, Rene, Denise, Joanne, Paul and Mitch, and their spouses, 26 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, her sisters, Diane and Aurore and many nieces and nephews. Mom was born in St. Eustache MB. She was the 11th of 13 children of Arthur and Emma (Prefontaine) Beaudry. Alice and Addy built their home in St. Vital in 1950 where they raised all of their children. She was creative in needlework and sewing, cooking and preserving the bounties of Dad’s gardening. She provided a nurturing atmosphere for her family to grow. The door was always open in our house. There was always room at our table. After Dad died she moved to Errington BC to be near the majority of her children. Here, she loved her little house, a mini version of her home on Greendell Ave, with gardens and plenty of space for big family gatherings. She was happiest keeping busy, still cooking, always ready to play cards and visit. There were always a few crochet and knitting projects on the go and she created countless items for her family. Her family was her life. She was glowing and sending out her tremendous love in her last moments. A private celebration has been held in Errington BC. In Winnipeg we will gather for a private celebration at a future date.
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ARROWSMITH HEALTH CARE (2011) SOCIETY, AND ARROWSMITH HEALTH CARE (2011) FOUNDATION SOCIETY
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The Annual General Meeting(s) of the Arrowsmith Health Care (2011) Society and the Arrowsmith Health Care (2011) Foundation Society will be held on: Thursday June 26, 2014 Location: Cokely Manor 266A Moilliet Street, Parksville Start time: 7:00 PM The purpose of the meeting(s) is to: Receive Financial Statements, Receive Reports, Elect Directors (3 positions), Appoint Auditors, Review membership dues The public is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served following the meeting.
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Graphic Designer (Permanent Full Time)
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News is looking for a graphic designer to create newspaper and web advertising and page layout. A solid understanding of branding principles and the ability to apply your creativity to generate original ideas is a must. A grocery or retailing background would be a definite asset. Required skills and experience: • A degree or diploma in graphic design (or equivalent work experience) • Minimum 2 years work experience preferred • In-depth knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite on a Mac platform • Solid design and conceptual skills with a good command of the english language. • Excellent communication skills, ability to multi-task, and the ability to interact with clients. If you pride yourself as a ďŹ rst-rate graphic designer then this is an opportunity for you to become part of our award winning team. The NEWS offers a competitive remuneration plan coupled with a strong benefits package. The NEWS is owned by Black Press Ltd., Canada’s largest independent newspaper company, with more than 180 community, daily and urban newspapers and extensive online operations with over 250 websites. Please send a resume with a portfolio showcasing your talent to: Peter McCully, Publisher The Parksville Qualicum Beach News publisher@pqbnews.com Closing date: Friday, June 13, 2014 Black Press N E W S
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386 Craig St. - Mutli-Family Sale. Sat (8-12). Household & sporting goods, mens & women’s size plus clothing & more!
PARKSVILLE 1398 GABRIOLA DRIVE, CRAIG BAY JUNE 7 & 8 (9-3) MOVING SALE, DOWNSIZING. Quality household items, baseball collectibles, books, jewellery, next to new shoes, lamps, art, secretary desk & Christmas.
ARBUTUS STRATA GARAGE SALE 850 Arbutus St. Qualicum Beach Sat. June 7th. 9:00 am to Noon Patio & children furniture, BBQ’s, household items and hidden treasures. BOWSER: CORNER of Hembrough and Gainsberg Rds., Sat., June 7th, 9-3pm. Household goods, tools and fishing gear. Something for everyone! COLUMBIA BEACH- 1606 Dalmatian Dr, Sat, June 7, 8-1pm. Tools, women’s leather riding gear, household+ more. COOMBS 983 Pratt Rd. June 7 (9-4). Kids stuff, fishing, camping & household. EAGLE CREST: 1239 Green Close. Sat., June 7th, 8:302pm. Large multi family sale! GIGANTIC STREET GARAGE SALE. 12 homes on Britannia Dr. in Craig Bay, Parksville. June 7th & 8th. (9am - 3pm)
HUGE GARAGE SALE
645 Wildgreen Way, Parksville Top of Corfield St., left on Butler, over tracks 1st right.
June 7, 8am - 1pm
Indoor sale, rain or shine! Lots of new items! 6 garages full of stuff! Power tools, new floor & backsplash tiles, boxes of nails, new interior lighting, huge selection! Combined moving sale with top quality household, kids toys, games, clothes, furniture. Huge Plant Sale - Parksville (9-2) 445 Forneau Way. Sat & Sun, June 7 &8th. MID ISLAND AUTOMOTIVE
SWAP MEET
Sunday, June 8 th, 8am-2pm Parksville Curling Club in the Parksville Community Park. • Cars & Parts, • Antiques & Collectibles, • Vintage motorcycle display • Concession Free Parking $2 Admission Sponsored by: LAIRD WHEATON GM NANAIMO
MOVING SALE
1210 GABRIOLA DR (CRAIG BAY) PARKSVILLE, BC.
Friday, June 6, 11-4pm. Saturday, June 7, 10-2pm Quality household, furnishings including couch, coffee tables, wrought iron tables/chairs, rugs, occasional chairs, armoire, accessories, Royal Dalton figurines, kitchen, deep freezer, vacuum and other miscellaneous household.
Hosted by Karen’s Transitions Made Simple Check us out: www.transitionsmade simple.com PARKSVILLE- 106 Standford Ave, West, at rear. Sat, June 7, 9-1pm. Tools, housewares, diving gear, truck bush guard... etc
PARKSVILLE: 171 & 164 Butler Ave, Sat., June 7th, 8am1pm. Lots of misc items! PARKSVILLE 702 Forsyth Ave. June 7 & 8 (8-2). Collectables, and furniture. Parksville - 749 Nanoose Ave. Sat. Medical Scooter & contents of Garage. Lots of Stuff! PARKSVILLE In The House From Temple Store on Bay to 337 Willow. ALL SATURDAYS in May & June (9-3). Ladies clothes (8-14), down sizing. QUALICUM- 123 EAST 6th Ave, Sat, Sun, June 7 & 8, 8am-8pm. Quality items! QUALICUM- 322 Huckleberry Lane. Saturday, June 7, 9am2pm. Loveseat covers, bathroom fixtures, various household items. QUALICUM- 3 Family Sale140 Hornby Pl, Sat, June 7, 8-12noon. Treasures Galore! Antique pine items, decorhousehold garden items, tools, golf clubs, books, games and much, much, more! QUALICUM 506 Dogwood Rd. June 7 (9-1). Books, fabrics, gardening, & misc.
QUALICUM BAY Huge garage sale in support of BOWSER SENIOR’S HOUSING SOCIETY Many treasures to choose from. Sunday June 8, 8am-2pm. Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lions Way.
QUALICUM BAY LIGHTHOUSE Community Centre 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. June 8, (8-12). Pancake breakfast & flea market. Entertainment, small animal swap. Tables $10. Rain or Shine. Phone 778-424-9900 or info@communityhall.ca QUALICUM BEACH180 Garden Rd W, Sat, June 7, 8am-12pm. Toys, beach stuff, household and garden items, storage containers, books & CD’s. Something for everyone! QUALICUM BEACH: 584 Hall Rd., Sat., June 7th, 8-1pm. White pop up canopy and misc QUALICUM BEACH- Dashwood: 1189 Centre Rd., June 7th and 8th, 8am-3pm. Household items, fishing gear, boating, antiques, bottles, memorabilia, 4 teak chairs, crafts, 2 bikes, clothing, sleeping bags, survival suit, etc... QUALICUM BEACH- Neighbourhood Sale Garden Rd, West, Sat, June 7, 9-1pm. Lots of bargains for everyone! Tools exercise bike+ more. QUALICUM BEACH. Sat. June 7th, 8am-3pm. Lots of everything - first attempt at DOWNSIZING! 330 First Ave West
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FURNITURE QUEEN MATTRESS Brand New Pillowtop $200. 250-713-9680
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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
NEED HELP WITH YOUR SPRINGTIME TASKS? Power washing, small reno jobs, equipment repairs, etc. Reasonable rates. Quality and honesty free of charge! Call Vito Farina at 250-240-9613.
HAULING AND SALVAGE ALL TYPES of hauling. Small loads, garden waste, construction debris & junk. Call Ron 250-757-2094, 250-951-4625. HAUL AWAY JUNK; big or small loads, garden and construction waste, garage cleanout. Call 250-240-1116. JUNK TO THE DUMP. Jobs Big or small, I haul it all! I recycle & donate to local charities. Sean (250)741-1159 or (250)667-1382. WAYNE’S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR. Will trade dead ones for live ones. Wanted, free parts of all kinds. Northwest Qualicum. 250-752-1639.
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HOBBIES & CRAFTS GRINSHEEP FIBRE Productions. Felting, spinning, knitting & weaving supplies. Tues Sat., 1 - 5 or by appt. 250-2486306. grinsheep@gmail.com
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE GUITAR, BANJO - 5 string. PC Lap Top, printer & equipment. For more information please call 250-339-7705 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? SMALL BEER fridge, & freezer, power washer, fertilizer spreader, camping gear, wheel barrow, 6’ step ladder, 20’ extension ladder, lamps, white cupboard, white desk & chair. Call 250-757-8387. SPORTRACK ROOF top carrier 18 cu ft. Used once. Paid $200. Asking $100. Call 250248-3177.
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS 3/4 CZECH Flatback restored upright bass, great cond. $1699. obo Call 250-594-7160
REAL ESTATE
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. ASTONISHING PAINTING CO. Residential/Commercial/Repainting. 25 yrs. experience. Call Mike 250-248-8569 M&S OXFORD Home/Commercial Reno’s & Painting. Patio’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.
REPAIRS SMALL ENGINE REPAIRMarine, lawn mowers, weed eaters, pumps, welding. Good rates. Can pick-up and deliver. Call (250)752-2938.
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PARKSVILLE, Bright 2 bdrm suite avail immed. Great location, walk to everything. Heat, hot water & parking incl. Onpremise laundry. Adult Bldg; NS & Ref’s req’d. $780/mth. 604-987-0739 or 604-8389274 Lv. message for Sandie or Tony
SECURE YOUR Spacious RV pad on a nature park-like property near Parksville. $440./mo inclds utils - before the summer crunch. (250)927-5623.
SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING HAWTHORNE PLACE 750 Memorial Ave. Qualicum Beach, BC 250-752-4217 Independent Retirement Living with Supportive Services
PARKSVILLE- TOTALLY reno’d 2 bdrm apt. Free storage & parking, quiet bldg, heat/hot water included. Quiet tenants need only apply! Refs req’d. Available June 15. $850. Call 250-248-3350.
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HOMES FOR RENT 3 BDRM+ den, 2 bath, 1650sq ft modular in Hilliers. $1000+ utils. (250)752-1213. COOMBS MARKET area: 3bdrm, 2 bath mobile home, lrg kitchen, gas heat. NS/NP. Avail July 1st. $800+ utils. Call 250-739-2800.
2004 Volkswagen TouaregBeige, V8, All-wheel drive Volkswagen Touareg, leather interior, auto transmission, VW trailer package for towing, newer brakes & tire sensors, extremely well maintained clean vehicle, amazing safe ride in all conditions, heated seats, censored wipers, air, amazing sound system, plus many more extras. Locally purchased and serviced. Reduced to $11,500. Call John 250-816-7368.
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HILLIERS SMALL cottage on rural property. Would suit a quiet, n/s person. $550/mo includes utilities. No laundry. 250-752-6964
ERRINGTON ACREAGE, Down Town, clean, private 2 bdrm with 2 decks. $725, ref’s req’d. Call 250-607-8886.
‘04 FORD ESCAPE 5 speed, front wheel drive, air conditioner, cruise control, radio/disc player, winter tires, trailer hitch, clean inside & out 298,000 km highway. $4900. 250-752-2249 for test drive or additional info.
TRUCKS & VANS
250-752-4217
MORE SPACE FOR LESS Storage Containers Currently available: 8’ x 20’ $105. + taxes. Open storage for RVs, cars, boats, trailers: $40. + taxes for first 20’ $2 each additional foot.
2000 WINDSTAR Van. Great shape. Good tires. Great van. 208,000km. $2,200. O.B.O. 250-895-5439. Campbell River
250-248-7100.
TRANSPORTATION 2004 FORD FREESTAR van. 8 passenger. Good tires. Entertainment centre. Good shape. 145,000km. $3900. 250-895-5439. Campbell River
AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
PARKSVILLE: (3 mins from)3 bdrm, older home. Electric heat, oil furnace. Cat ok, no parties, N/S. Ref’s req’s. $700/mo. Avail. July 1. Call Kathy (250)951-9886.
‘94 CHEVROLET 2500 380 h.p. Mileage 369 ??? km. Asking $3000. Call 250-248-2052
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WHISKEY CREEK. 3-bdrm, 1 bath, 850 sq.ft. manufactured home. Priv. 1/4 acre lot. $950. + hydro. 1(250)537-7279.
1392 sq. FT HOME: in 55 + park. Newly renovated inside & out! 2 B/R + family room, 2 baths, 5 appl. Workshop & fruit trees. Close to Nanaimo Regional Hospital. 2501 Labieux Road Unit 40.
LOTS PARKSVILLE 1473 Sunrise Dr. Lrg ocean view, storm, sanitary sewer, & water serv. installed w/permits on lot. $175,000. Ph 250-248-7578 QUALICUM: LEVEL building lot for sale. Lot 21 Fabrick Dr. Just over .5 acre lot with drilled well that produces 15-20 US gallons per min. 5 mins to downtown Qualicum. $189,900. (250)752-9065.
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OFFICE/RETAIL OFFICE SPACE, Downtown Qualicum. Bright, professional. Ground floor, includes shared reception. Busy location. Avail. now. Call (250)2486440 for more info & to view.
AUTO FINANCING
2858 BAYLINER CIERA, very nice/shed kept, low hrs, loaded, will consider smaller trade? or ? compare this offer at $36,000. 250-745-3700.
PARKSVILLE INDUSTRIAL Park 200 sq ft office, with shared washroom, & 4 car park. 1 yr minimum. $270 plus GST. Call 250-248-2381 *240
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THU. JUNE 5
OCEANSIDE BREAST CANCER SUPPORT
THURSDAY SPINNERS
7pm, meets, The Gardens, 650 Berwick N., QB. 250752-8066 or amen@shaw.ca
EVERYONE SKATE
1:45-3:15pm, Oceanside Place. Bring your family and friends to enjoy skating for fun & exercise. recparks@ rdn.bc.ca. 250-248-3252.
PARKSVILLE NEWCOMERS’
7:30 p.m, monthly meeting, the Parksville Community Centre, 132 Jensen St., PV. Assistant Fire Chief, Tyrone Heigh, will be the guest speaker. Lynn Row, 250586-5341.
PARKSVILLE TAI CHI
10am-2pm, Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. $2/ann. membership. Dawn Ryan: 250-248-6575.
VIEWPOINT EXHIBITION May 20-Jun 8. Old School House Arts Centre,122 Fern Rd W, QB. Paintings to be interpreted/inspired by photographers. 250752-6133, Website: www. theoldschoolhouse.org, qbtosh@shaw.ca
COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS DANCE
7:30-10pm, Rotary House, QB. $2.50 p/p. ebfoden@ gmail.com, 250-586-3743.
FRI. JUNE 6 JUNE’S ART EXHIBIT
9:30-11:30am, St. Edmund’s Church, $20/month. Info 250-954-1002.
7-9pm, Opening Reception. Light refreshments served. Info: http://mcmillanartscentre.com/june-art-exhibitions/
BETTER BODY SILVER FOXES
MUSIC TRIVIA
10:30-11:30am, June 5, 10 & 12, 975 Shearme Rd., Coombs. $8.50. 250-240-4840. equifitservices@shaw.ca
7pm, Shady Rest Pub. Prizes 3109 W. Island Hwy, QB.
OS STROKE RECOVERY 11am-1:30pm, St. Columba Presbyterian Hall, 921 Wembley Rd., PV. Bring lunch. 250-586-6766
New Releases! Lone Survivor • Robocop Reservations: 250-248-8129 138B Middleton Avenue Parksville www.flixnpixvideo.com
ERRINGTON FARMERS’ MARKET
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June 7th
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JUNE 8TH
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Hosted by VIATA - Join us for a fascinating and informative presentation on dog communication, includes video, pictures, activities and demo dogs! 90% of dog & human communication is non-verbal. Most dog communication is very subtle. Responding well to these signals strengthens your bond. Pre-registration required.
1-4pm, Beban Park Centennial Building, Nanaimo.
JUNE 8TH
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TUE. JUNE 10
WALK TO FIGHT ARTHRITIS
QB GARDEN CLUB
BALLENAS GRAD CAR WASH 10am-2pm, Ballenas Secondary School. Fundraiser/Suggested donation $5. Dayne Sabo, 250-240-4227, daynegsabo@gmail.com
SMART RECOVERY
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
ERRINGTON FARMERS MARKET
10am-1pm, Errington Community Park. Live music, café, plants, baking etc! Info: 250-586-0099. www. erringtonfarmersmarket.ca.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
8:30-11:30am, Qualicum Beach Legion every Saturday. to Sept. 27th, 180 Veterans Way.
BEGINNERS MEDITATION
10-11am, 2800 Grafton Ave, Coombs. No experience necessary. Learn the basics, to create more calm and peace in your life. By donation. www.peaceiswithin.ca (250) 586 5882
WALK FOR ALS
Register/9amWalk/10am. City Hall Square in Parksville. Funds raised support people living with ALS. www.walkforals.ca/bc to register or donate.Info: Darcie Nolan, 250-618-5385. midislandwalk@alsbc.ca
TIMBERLINE DANCE
4:45pm, Fairwinds Golf Club, 3730 Fairwinds Dr, Nanoose Bay. 19+/$49. Casual 9-hole scramble (no score keeping), and on course tips. Tapas, wine, & prizes to follow. Mini spa treatments. Fairwinds Golf Club, 250-468-7666, teetimes@fairwinds.ca
7pm/meeting, Qualicum Beach Civic Ctre. Speaker: Gordon Baird on Rainwater harvesting. www.qualicumbeachgardenclub.wordpress. com. 250-752-8849
QB & AREA NEWCOMER’S CLUB Doors/9:45am, meeting/10:15am, St. Stephen’s Church, Village Way, QB. Info: qbnewcomers.org
MAGNOLIA COURT SUMMER MARKET
6-8:30pm, 6996 W Is. Hwy, Bowser. Food, music & wares. Musicians, food tastings. Be a vendor? Sarah Hutchison/Corrine Roby, 250-947-5231, sarahmhutchis@gmail.com.
7-10pm, 146 W. Hirst St., PV. FREE, live classic Country & Rock’n Roll music Adults welcome! Bill Wilson: 250-752-8542. laveer@shaw.ca
QB SENIORS CARPET BOWLING 12:45pm every/Mon. & Wed. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. Info: Maggie 250752-1156
THU. JUNE 12 HOW TO LOVE YOURSELF
7pm, PCC. By donations. Speaker: Liz Robitaille. Learn 10 steps to change your relationships to yourselves and others. Shift in Action 954 1002.
CHAROUL LEKX,DVM Veterinary Acupuncturist
LIFE DRAWING CLUB 6:30-9-pm, MacMillan Arts Ctre. 19+/$10. Mehdi Naimi, 250-240-1221, artandplay@gmail.com.
WRITING GROUP
Relocating to Qualicum Beach. Watch for our new address.
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3-5pm, Location TBD, PV. Bring pencil, paper. Call: Anita Roy, 250-468-5400
ZUMBA
MON. JUNE 9
5:30-6:30pm, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. 19+/$10. 250-713-3817, brittany@ greenhouse-marketing.ca
TENNIS
BIRD WALKS
Every day, various times, Springwood Park. Cynthia Sage: 250-248-5702. www. arrowsmithtennis.ca
VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT
LADIES’ NINE & WINE
All ages are encouraged to register, come out & enjoy a fabulous morning walking or running through the trails in the Englishman River Regional park. Snacks, drinks provided by Thrifty Foods, raising funds to support our local watersheds. Info: our race director, Deb Nicol, 250-607-7038, theriverrun.ca
8:30-11:30am, The PV Comm Park @ The Gazebo. 19+. Ashley Kroening: 604-714-5569, akroening@ arthritis.ca. Bring your family, friends and four-legged companions. www.walktofightarthritis.ca
WED. JUNE 11
10am-12pm, each/Wed/ June Information Event @ Oceanside Health Centre, Parksville. Janie Finerty: 250-927-6170. jane. finerty@viha.ca
19+/$35. Candice Milliard, 250-248-0802, membership@viata.ca, www.viata.ca
8:30am-12pm, Veterans Way. The best in local foods & crafts. 250-951-6516.
WED. JUNE 11
9am, PV/QB from PV Beach Comm. Park. 250-9541928, nmrobins@telus.net
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DO YOU HAVE LOCAL SPORTS NEWS? Contact: Tyson Taylor, Sports Reporter Email: sports@pqbnews.com Phone: 250-951-3809
KSS TRACK AND FIELD
Richter takes all 3 provincial gold
Founding member of the Kwalikum Secondary track team, and national competitor, just in Grade 10 T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com
It was a golden performance by Kwalikum Secondary and Oceanside Track and Field standout Felix Richter at the B.C. High School Provincials in Langley. Richter, a Grade 10 student, was in fine form at the provincials. This marked the first time that Richter took to the track as a member of the KSS track and field team, which he helped spearhead. “They didn’t have a track and field team last year so I wanted to see if we could have one this year,” Richter said. “Having the success that I did last year helped out and this year we had a team, so it was cool to help out with that and to be able to represent KSS at the provincials this year.” Richter took part in three events at the provincials, the 100-meter hurdles and both the 100 and 200-meter dash. These events are Richter’s staple events and he’s been steadily near the top at each meet and event he’s taken part in. Last year Richter made Team B.C. and finished second in hurdles at the nationals and should have had a better showing in the 100 and 200–meter dash events according to him.
It was nice to finish high in the hurdles but not finishing in the top three in the other two was real hard to take. FELIX RICHTER
“I definitely didn’t run as good as I have before, that’s for sure,” Richter said. “It was nice to finish high in the hurdles but not finishing in the top three in the other two was real hard to take.” At the provincials in Langley, Richter walked away with a gold medal in all three of the events he took part in. In the 100-meter hurdles, Richter posted a first place time of 13.97 seconds. In the 100 meter dash, he posted a time of 11.41 seconds, for another first place finish. The 200-meter dash saw Felix post a time of 22.46 seconds, for his third gold at the provincials. “It was a good tournament and I had three really good events,” Richter said. “Being able to win gold in all three events I entered was great and I’m happy to be able to represent KSS like this.” Richter will now turn his attention back to the Oceanside Track and Field Club, where he
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Felix Richter (far right) coming in first at a meet in Kamloops in February.
will be tuning up for a chance to once again make Team B.C. and have a chance to run at the nationals if all goes according to plan. “That’s the short term goal, for sure, to get back to Team B.C. and the nationals,” said Richter.
“I’ve been running well this year and I’m meeting the standards that I have to meet so I’m going to try and improve over this next little while heading towards qualifying for Team B.C.” From there, Richter hopes to one day compete in some inter-
national events with the Canadian National Team and even perhaps race in the Olympics. “That’s the dream, to run in the Olympics. I think that anyone who takes part in track and field wants to run in the Olympics one day.”
VIJHL HOCKEY
Generals rebuilding talent pool after rough year T YSON TAYLOR
sports@pqbnews.com
With summer right around the corner, the Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals are looking to get some players on the ice, signing three players for the 2014-2015 season. The Generals have been busy since their spring camp, with a number of players committing and a few signings. Sebastian Powsey, 18, from Cumberland, was signed in May after a strong showing at the Generals’ spring camp. He had 45 points in 60 games last season with the Sisec Selects in Calgary. Three more signings were recently made by the Generals: David Anderson, a 17-year-old goaltender from Santa Clarita, California; Keanu Gallegos, 18, from Colorado; and Joshua Carless
Jones, 17, from Nanaimo. “We’ll be taking David, Keanu and Josh Harvey, who’s also committed for next season with us, to Boston for the Chowder Cup,” said general manager Lou Gravel. “It’s a prestigious tournament that is run by the Central Scouting agency in the NHL.” Harvey played for the Generals in a handful of games last season and the defenseman from Port Alberni will be looking to make his mark as a full member this season. Anderson was at the Cowichan Capitals spring camp and played for the Utah AAA Grizzlies U18 team. He impressed both the coaching staff of Jason Johns and Rob Gaudreault, as well as Gravel. Gallegos was spotted at a camp in Bos-
ton, which Gravel attended. As for Jones, the Nanaimo product took part in the Generals spring camp as well and made a good impression, according to Gravel. “We’re really excited about some of the quality players and people we’ve committed too so far,” Gravel said. “Not only are these great players that we’ve been able to get to know over these last few weeks but they’re going to be great additions to our community as well.” The Generals are also starting summer ice sessions, beginning June 7. They will be open to all bantam, midget and junior players for $5 per session. They will run for about an hour through to August 10. With these signings, the Generals are looking to stock up on players in hopes
of turning their ship around after a dreadful season that saw them win just eight games all year. Gravel is positive about the way things have gone so far this offseason and is excited about the team heading forward. “It’s been a great start with head coach Jason Johns and his enthusiasm for finding talent,” he said. “He’s been searching all over the Island for players and he’s been reaching out to a lot of people so it’s very encouraging to see.” The Generals’training camp takes place August 15-17 and their pre-season games are already scheduled, including a home-and-home series against the Port Moody Panthers of the PIJHL (Pacific International Junior Hockey League).
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KSS GOLF
24 teams lawn bowl in the sun in PV The Parksville Lawn Bowling Club is gearing up for the Seasoil Classic fundraiser for hospice T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com
The Parksville Lawn Bowling Club held its highly anticipated mixed triples tournament last weekend under sunny skies and mild temperatures. Twenty-four teams came out to play, this time on “international” greens, which play wider than the regular greens. The bigger playing surface made for a different view of the game and possibility of some unique shots as well. Winners of the early draw and the club’s Mixed Triples Champions was the team of Mick Rix, Diane Proctor and John Winkleman. Winners of the late draw were Martin Fereday, Jan Arnelien and Peter Scott. Tied in second place for the early draw were David Croot, Kathlene Arthorne and Frankie Stemler along with Nell Thomson, Joe Stemler and Jerry Whitney. Second in the late draw was the team of Jack Lawrence, Ruby Bishop Ryan and Anne Gibson. Third in the late draw were Ron Davis, Chris Fereday and Hillary Landsdowne. The club is preparing to host one of its biggest events of the year, the Sea Soil Classic on June 13,14 & 15.
TYSON TAYLOR PHOTO
The Parksville Lawn Bowling Club held their mixed triples tournament last weekend and the great bowling went hand in hand with the great weather. The PLBC is gearing up to host the Seasoil Classic June 13-15.
Bowlers will be arriving from up and down Vancouver Island, as well as the
Lower Mainland to take part in this event, which will help raise money and
awareness for the Oceanside Hospice Society.
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Enjoy B.C. Summer Orange Bridge Guide Games in Nanaimo Business Parksville’s ‘Golden Gate’! Over 2,900 athletes age 10-19 will compete in 19 sports this July T YSON TAYLOR
This will be the third time that the City of Nanaimo will play host to the B.C. Summer Games, first hosting the games back in 1985 and again in 2002.
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The B.C. Summer Games are coming to Nanaimo July 17 and with 19 sports being contested during the four-day event, there’s sure to be plenty of action to enjoy. Since 1978, the B.C. Games have taken place in 38 different communities and have seen over 350,000 participants and volunteers. Through the eight zones in B.C., there will be over 2,900 athletes participating in the B.C. Summer Games in Nanaimo. This will be the third time that the City of Nanaimo will play host to the B.C. Summer Games, first hosting the games back in 1985 and again in 2002.
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Welcoming discomfort in life and art Qualicum Beach artist likes to get into her right brain zone and lose herself in the challenge of art LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
Jan M. Byers wouldn’t be content if she didn’t regularly get out of her comfort zone. Moving around for years with her family to her husband’s various job locations, she traveled and settled in areas of Canada, Africa and Europe. In every place she lived she pushed herself to go to higher levels of thinking and accomplishment, constantly adjusting to new comfort levels. And now, retired from nursing after nearly 40 years, she’s pushing herself with her art. “It’s my nature I guess to go into a zone of discomfort,” said the Qualicum Beach artist. Byers’ acrylic paintings, both abstract and representational, are hanging for sale at the Gallery @ Qualicum Art Supply. Byers grew up in southwestern Ontario and she always had a love for art and learning. In high school, while other students were out socializing, she was doing research. “I was the high school student that would go to library after school and look up the old masters,” she laughed. When she was 24 she completed a nursing certificate and worked in intensive care. After meeting her husband she moved the family with him to his various job locations, and it was this exploration of different environments, culture and people that awakened something in her, she said. “That made me see with different eyes and I started to really look and take note of what I was feeling when looking at either landscapes or people’s faces and I decided I wanted to put that on canvas.” When they returned to Calgary, Byers decided she wanted her career to be in public heath and prevention, so she went back to school to get a nursing degree at 38. While studying at the University of Calgary, she began to also take a number of art classes and soon she was juried into an art gallery show. “That really motivated me to pursue art that I had missed out on all those years,” she said.
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Jan M. Byers currently has some of her work hanging at The Gallery @ Qualicum Art Supply.
She took classes and workshops at the Alberta College of Art and Design and held a number of exhibitions. Now that Byers is retired she can “lean into” her discomfort zones, she said, for example she has painted representational art for many years and is now challenging herself to do abstract work, as well as other subjects and mediums. Byers started painting with oils about 25 years ago and soon moved to acrylic. Today she also paints with watercolours. These days Byers likes to create bold, uplifting pieces which helps her counter all the turmoil in the world, she said.
“I try to find the beauty in a subject, that seems to keep me positive, keep me grounded, with a positive outlook for the future.” Although she’s moved around to a number of stunning places, it’s the place she goes while painting that continues to give her joy. “It’s getting into that right brain zone that is just such a lovely feeling. Time passes: an hour, two or three can pass, and all of a sudden you come out the other side and you think, where did that time go?” Visit Byers’ website at www.janbyers.ca. The Gallery @ Qualicum Art supply is located at 206 W. First Ave.
Variety of local artwork at Parksville Spring exhibition The Oceanside Village Artists’ Gallery will be the home of an annual Spring Juried Art show featuring the work of numerous talented local artists. The Arrowsmith Chapter of the Federation of Canadian Artists is holding this year’s Spring exhibition and sale at the gallery located at Oceanside Village Resort from June 14 to 27.
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The Magnolia Court Summer Market in Bowser is returning for the second year beginning June 11 and residents can expect fresh produce, jewelry, crafts, woodwork, plants and tasty food like artisan breads. The market will take place every Wednesday evening from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the parking area of the court. Marianne Sadik from Fabulous Focaccia will return with her flat Italian-style bread using B.C. flour and avoiding any artificial flavours of preservatives. And that’s not all she and her husband Sadik make. “We make balsamic vinegar infusions, chutneys, relishes, tapenades and mustards, anything we can get balsamic vinegar into,” Marianne said with a laugh. The Sadiks make all of their products at their home located between Bowser and Qualicum Beach. They sell their products at markets throughout the year and can also be found in Qualicum Beach at the Farmers’ Market and the Uptown Summer Market, and at markets in Lantzville, Campbell River and Ladysmith.
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ears ago, when I was living in Alberta, I bought an old rundown house. I didn’t have a lot of money so I tried to do the repairs myself. My brother Jay, who actually knows how to fix things, stopped by regularly to monitor my progress. One afternoon, he walked in the front door while I was busy looking under the kitchen sink. “Hi Jay,” I yelled. “I have a problem.” “What problem?” “My plumbing is old and doesn’t work properly!” “Have you considered visiting a urologist?” he replied with a grin. I didn’t have a comeback. I was a funny kid, so I just naturally thought I’d be good at repartee. Not so. In fact, most everybody I knew was better at it than me. Take my high school girlfriend. One time we were out with friends and started teasing each other. I thought I’d up the ante. Quite imperiously I said, “Maybe it’s time for a battle of wits.” Without missing a beat she replied: “No, it wouldn’t be sporting to go
to war with someone who’s only half-armed.” It is strange how many people take their best shots after someone dies. When asked about the demise of a man he disliked, Mark Twain replied: “I didn’t attend the funeral, but I sent a nice letter saying I approved of it.” Upon the death of obnoxious studio executive Harry By Ray Smit Cohn, Hedda Hopper said: “You had to stand in line to hate him.” H o w e v e r, when it comes to insulting the dead, Red Skelton takes the cake. At Cohn’s funeral, a perplexed studio worker came up to Skelton and wondered aloud why so many people would come to a funeral service for a tyrant. Skelton replied: “Well, if you give the people what they want, they’ll show up.” Most of us think that comedians are expert at delivering verbal barbs, but they’ve got nothing on politicians. Take Winston Churchill.
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One of his foremost critics was Lady Nancy Astor. Seeking to emphasise her disdain, she once said: “If you were my husband, I’d poison your tea.” To which Churchill famously replied: “Madame, if I was your husband, I’d drink it!” Some Canadian politicians were also gifted at the art of insult. Prime Minister John Diefenbaker was known for his self-aggrandizing tendencies, but could nevertheless not stomach arrogance in others. He once turned on a former Quebec premier with razor-sharp efficiency. “Jean Lesage is the only person I know who can strut sitting down.”Pierre Trudeau was no slouch either. When an opposition Conservative irritated him during question period, Trudeau got to his feet, nodded to his now silent tormenter and said: “The honourable member disagrees with me. I can hear him shaking his head.” I think the some of the cleverest barbs are those
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we aim at ourselves. In that regard, former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney wins the prize. Once when a staffer told him that it was high time that he quit dropping names, Mulroney replied: “I know, the Queen Mother was telling me that just the other day.” After all these years of writing humour columns, you’d think I’d have learned the fine art of verbal jousting. Not so. In fact, after reading what happened to George Bernard Shaw, I no longer even try. Just ahead of his brilliant play, Major Barbara, Shaw sent Winston Churchill an insulting telegram: “Have reserved two tickets for you on opening night. Come and bring a friend — if you have one.” Churchill wired back: “Cannot possibly attend first night; will attend second, if there is one.” Who could ever top that? Ray Smit is the author of The Trouble With Tapioca, available at Amazon.com. His columns appear every other Thursday in The NEWS. E-mail: Raymonsmit@shaw.ca
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