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Election talk begins City-owned vacant land expected to be an issue JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com

Parksville council has rejected a plan from staff and its advisory council that would have created an urban space dubbed the city’s “heart and soul” on taxpayer-owned property at the corner of Jensen Avenue and Alberni Highway. The majority of council said they believed this could be the start of a conversation on what to do with the high-profile, city-owned parcel, a discussion that could be part of the civic elections in November. Coun. Bill Neufeld wanted to act on the recommendations put in front of him by staff on Monday night. “This could be a defining park in Parksville . . . a tremendous addition to the city . . . akin to Stanley Park in Vancouver,” said Neufeld, which prompted some giggles and murmurs from the gallery. The city spent about $2 million acquiring and clearing the land and some councillors suggested some of the plans Neufeld had for the space could cost another $2 million. Coun. Al Greir said he was concerned about the cost of maintaining another city park. “I think the last thing we need in Parksville is another park to maintain,” said Greir. “We certainly have more than we can handle now.” Coun. Marc Lefebvre suggested this will be a topic for discussion in November. “It’s not in the budget and we don’t know what it will cost,” said Lefebvre. “Let’s not kid ourselves — there’s an election coming up. We have to ask the good citizens of Parksville what they want.” Coun. Carrie Powell-Davidson agreed. See SENIORS’ HOUSING, page A9 Also See EDITORIAL, page A10

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NIMITZ IN NANOOSE: Brian Argyle captured this photo of the USS Nimitz — with a cruise ship close by — from Piper’s Lagoon on Tuesday afternoon. The aircraft carrier is in the test-range waters near Nanoose Bay this week. Our thanks to all of our readers who sent us photos of the carrier.

CONCESSION TO BE CLOSED, WASHROOMS EXPANDED

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Community Park will have a new look, complete with an expanded washroom facility and privatelyowned food trucks, after Parksville city council actions Monday night. The city will spend $290,000 previously allocated in the budget to renovate and convert the existing concession to washrooms and change stalls only, and build pads for lease to mobile food vendors. “I love this suggestion,” said Coun. Carrie Powell Davidson. “The idea of going to pads for mobile food ven-

dors — we have at least a dozen in our community — is a great one.” Coun. Peter Morrison agreed. “This is a fantastic idea that’s a long time coming,” he said. “I would assume we would have lots of (mobile food vendors) requesting space.” The contract between the current concession operators and the city expires in September. This same contractor has had the contract for four years. Details surrounding the amount of pads, their locations and how they will be serviced with power and water are still to be worked out by the city, but

director of operations Alan Metcalf told council “it will be largely driven by the proposals we receive.” CAO Fred Manson also told council things like winter coverage, issues surrounding smoke and other concerns can be worked out in both the request for proposals and from information garnered during that process. Council voted unanimously to pursue the idea, but Coun. Sue Powell said she had reservations. “I’m really struggling with this because Community Park, one of its attractions, is there aren’t many structures in there.”

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The public is invited to review the final plans for the Qualicum Beach fire hall at a public information meeting June 23 at the Civic Centre on Jones Street. The evening will begin with an open house at 6 p.m. and then the regular council meeting will take place at that location at 7 p.m. Town staff say they are hopeful they will be able to announce the fire hall bid award at the meeting so that construction can begin this summer. —NEWS Staff

Venue changed for fundraising dance The location and date of the Community Dance being organized by local Qualicum and Parksville residents in aid of the community’s less fortunate has been changed to the Beach Club Resort Hotel in Parksville on June 29 at 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The adult-only dance was previously going to be held at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre on June 22. The dance’s organizers say they apologize for any inconvenience that these changes may have caused. Michael and Els Schutte will still be providing the music for the dance. There are only 200 tickets available, they are $15 and can be purchased from Practicum of Art and Music located at 620 Neden Way in Parksville and Once Again Fashions in Chilham Village, on Second Avenue in Qualicum Beach. If there are any questions contact Trish Plunkett at 250-752-3494 or e-mail pplunkett@tcog.ca. Trish also has tickets available. — NEWS Staff

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Parksville Volunteer Fire Department fire fighters quickly put out a fire Tuesday morning at approximately 11 a.m. at a French Creek home along Sunrise Drive. No one was injured in the fire.

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The Parksville Volunteer Fire Department extinguished a fire within 30 minutes Tuesday morning, a blaze that appears to have started in the backyard of a home along Sunrise Drive in French Creek. PVFD deputy fire chief Marc Norris said the department was called to the scene at 11:05 a.m. Norris said no one was injured by the fire. While the source of the fire is unknown, Norris said it looked like it started from ambers leftover from a fire the night before. The section along Sunrise Drive from Imperial Drive to Baldwin Road was blocked off for approximately one hour while fire fighters attended the incident. “It could have been a lot worse,” said Norris, pointing to a large cedar tree lined with burn marks. “This serves as a good reminder that it’s really drying out around here.” Norris said residents should be aware of burning regulations over the summer. RDN manager of building, bylaw and emergency planning services Tom Armet said the

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RDN has bylaws in place regulating residential backyard burning activity within electoral districts, including San Pariel and French Creek, which do not permit backyard burning over the summer. “In a typical sense you can burn garden refuse (small branches and leaves) fires between mid-February to mid-April and then again from mid-October to mid-December in those fire services areas,” said Armet. “So there are four months you can burn, two in early spring and two in late fall.” Armet said other areas such as Bow Horne Bay have different types of fire bylaws that aren’t as specific in terms of residential backyard burning. Areas such as Coombs, Errington and Nanoose do not have outdoor/backyard burning bylaws but the fire chiefs in those jurisdictions can authorize various types of fires as they see fit. Crown land and those lands within electoral areas that don’t have fire/burning bylaws are covered by provincial regulations. See RULES VARY, page A8

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Parksville will mark Canada Day with one of the biggest parades on the Island again this year, starting at 10 a.m.

obstacle course and parachute games from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. After the parade, the action moves down the hill into Community Park, where Ella Sletto will sing O’Canada to start a day of live music, starting with some young local performers. Brodie Dawson will hit the stage with the first full set at 12:30, followed by Ryan McMahon (1:20), Exit 51 (2:30), Fine Times (4:20), JP Maurice (5:30), WiL (7) and Vancouver’s Bend Sinister rounding out the night starting at 8:30 p.m. There will be a large variety of food and craft vendors, along with the addi-

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Volunteers traveled to Sooke earlier this month to dig up the remnants of a 20-tonne grey whale that has been decomposing for four years — more than 150 bones were transported to the VIU Field Marine Station

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A 20-tonne grey whale, decomposing in Sooke for the last four years, was finally unearthed. On June 8, a small group of volunteers headed to the Scia’new Nation (Beecher Bay) land where more than 150 bones were articulated, measured and rinsed. The bones have since been transported to the VIU Deep Bay Field Marine Station. The skeleton of the whale will be reassembled later this year to hang like a chandelier above the station’s stairwell as a centre piece for marine education. It will weigh nearly 2,000 pounds. For Brian Kingzett, June 8 marked “a milestone” in a project he has been working on for nearly half a decade. “This is certainly the craziest project I have ever undertaken,” said Kingzett, manager of the marine station who has been Digging up whales spearheadisn’t exactly something ing The Whale you get experience Project since doing. the beginning. BRIAN KINGZETT “Digging up whales isn’t exactly something you get experience doing.” Kingzett said because the whale CANDACE WU PHOTO has been underground for the last four years, he had no idea what to expect Volunteers from all over Vancouver Island, including Parksville Qualicum Beach, lift the skull of a 20-tonne grey whale until the team of volunteers started after spending the afternoon digging up the marine animal that had been decomposing for four years in Sooke. More than 150 bones were transported to the VIU Deep Bay Field Marine Station to be reassembled later this year. digging. “Over the last few years I’ve heard countless horror stories about digging into its body and taking pieces of the ect gives the whale “the honour he de- of looking for big grants and donations, up (decomposed) animals only to find deceased animal home as a souvenir. serves.” they put the call out for people to spona pool of acid or mush,” he told The “It made me sick,” she recalled. Scia’new First Nation has made an sor individual bones of the whale in NEWS from the sacred First Nations It was shortly afterwards that Coo- agreement with VIU that they will re- an effort to allow people to feel more ground where the whale was buried. per and Kingzett teamed up with a tain ownership of the whale, however, connected to the project. Bones vary in “I wasn’t sure what to expect but all plan to protect the whale by burying it will be on permanent display at the price with the two jaw bones priced at the bones are in great condition,” he it, letting it decompose, digging it back marine station. $2,500, the sternum at $400 and each said with a sigh of relief, overlooking up and using the bones for education According to Kingzett, the volun- of the ten phalanges at $200. There are the site where volunteers clad in rub- about marine biology and First Na- teers who came to Sooke for what he still bones left for sponsorship. ber boots carefully uncovered bone tions culture. called “a once-in-a-lifetime opportuKingzett said $55,000 has been after bone of the whale like an archaeCooper blessed the site with sacred nity” were people close to the project raised so far. While he said the bones ological treasure hunt. water before volunteers began digging including marine station staff, VIU stu- still have a major cleaning process to Scia’new First Nation member Sha- their way to the whale on June 8. dents and professors, media, a retired undergo, he thinks the skeleton could ron Cooper called the day “emotional.” “I’m so overwhelmed,” she said, radiologist and a Qualicum Beach cou- be hanging by this December. Cooper was the first to see the grey holding back tears. “The magnitude of ple who sponsored the whale’s skull by To follow to the progress of the whale washed up on the shore of East what we’re doing is huge.” donating $5,000 to the project. Whale Project visit www2.viu.ca/deepSooke Park in 2010. She said within one Cooper said watching how carefulOrganizers have taken a unique ap- bay/whale/. For more information or to week the young whale was disrespect- ly each volunteer handled the bones proach to raising the $75,000 needed to make a donation, contact 250-740-6611 ed by passerbys carving their initials was “just amazing.” She said the proj- bring the project to fruition — instead or e-mail deepbay@viu.ca.

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The Deep Bay Fire Rescue Society (DBFRS) is raising money to offset the cost of a new fire hall, which would otherwise see 600 ratepayers dish out more than $1 million. “We’re trying to soften the blow (for ratepayers),” said Arlene Veenhof, DBFRS president. Veenhof explains Deep Bay’s fire department will require a new fire truck in 2018 to comply with its insurance provider’s standards. The new vehicle will not fit in the current fire hall, so a larger fire hall is slated to be built to accommodate the fire truck as well as address current seismic constraints of the existing building. “The insurance underwriters require a new fire truck every x number of years regardless of the condition of the last fire truck,” said Veenhof, adding she doesn’t believe there is anything wrong with the current fire truck which may be kept as a back-up truck. “However, the reason it is important to maintain these standards is because the insurance of ratepayers is based on the safety level of our fire station.” Veenhof said if the community’s fire trucks are too old, home insurance will go up. “We’ve been taxing to cover the cost

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The Deep Bay Fire Rescue Society hosted a garage sale last Saturday to raise money and awareness about the organization’s mandate to support the Deep Bay Volunteer Fire Department, specifically in its efforts to build a new fire hall in 2018 to accommodate a new fire truck.

of the fire truck but not the fire hall,” she said. “When the time comes there will be a shortage of money.” Veenhof said a select committee is currently being formed to study the design needs of the new fire hall including issues of size, location, cost and construction. Veenhof said she was aware of the price communities like Nanoose Bay and Qualicum Beach have, or will be paying for new fire halls (up to $5 million). “We really don’t know what the costs will be yet,” said Veenhof. “We just need a garage. We don’t need a big, fancy building.” In an effort to curb the cost for ratepayers, the society has been avidly rais-

ing funds and awareness within Deep Bay. Last Saturday the organization hosted a garage sale for the new fire hall. “We raised community awareness of our (DBFRS) existence and the need for people to get involved. We sold more memberships than I thought we would and raised some cash for the society,” said DBFRS past president Don Milburn. “While it will not build us a new fire hall it is a start in the right direction.” For more information about the Deep Bay Fire Rescue Society contact Arlene Veenhof at 778-424-2810. If you are interested in becoming part of the select committee contact the Deep Bay Improvement District office.

Armet said a person can be fined up to $2,000 for violating outdoor burning regulations. In Qualicum Beach fire chief Darryl Kohsy said backyard burning is only permitted from mid-April to mid-May and mid-October to mid-November on properties 2.5 acres or larger. In Parksville fire chief Doug Banks said backyard burning is not permitted

at any time during the year regardless of property size. Banks said the main reason burning garden refuse is not permitted is because the city was receiving a high volume of smoke complaints. The City of Parksville does offer a chipping program. For more information visit www. rdn.bc.ca, www.city.parksville.bc.ca or www.qualicumbeach.com.

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It’s easy to see how a sense of sleep deprivation leads to a demand for sleeping medications, however it is likely a better plan to attempt to manage the cause of sleep loss before resorting to drugs. Research from the United Kingdom has shown that the use of these medications, especially Darcy (such as diazepam, temazepam) Pharmacist benzodiazepines and hypnotics such as zopiclone, can lead to a 3-fold increase in the risk of dying prematurely. Significant morbidity and mortality are associated with falls by the elderly. A seemingly inconsequential tumble can result in a hip fracture and loss of independence. New guidelines published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society are including sufficient Vitamin D intake to help prevent falls. Vitamin D contributes to bone strength and density (along with calcium), but also seems to improve muscle strength which can reduce the risk of a fall. Since falls in the elderly (or those with osteoporosis) can be so devastating, it’s a good idea to take a hard look at your environment and make whatever changes you can to minimize the risk. Keep your floors illuminated and free of clutter, cords/wires and loose rugs and clean up spills immediately. Wear rubber soled shoes for traction and keep things you use within reach. Pay attention to where pets are and use grab bars and skid-free mats in the bathroom. June is Seniors Month – and seniors are some of our very most favourite people! There are lots of things seniors can do to still be getting the most out of life. Talk to our pharmacists for more tips and advice.

JUNE IS SENIORS’ MONTH When medications are prescribed, the pros & cons are considered and the benefits are determined to outweigh the risks. That said, no drug comes without the possibility of side effects, interactions, etc. For example, some medications can affect your balance – placing you at risk for a debilitating fall. Specifically watch for anti-depressants, anti-anxiety drugs, sleep meds, antihistamines, pain relievers and blood pressure/heart medications. Talk to our pharmacists for assessment.

Additionally, Armet said RDN residents cannot burn within ten metres of a building, structure or highway; a person 16 or older must be present at all times while burning for the purposes of supervision; burn piles may not exceed two square metres; and you can only burn garden refuse that originated within the property itself meaning toxic material is prohibited from burning.

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The second annual Soccer Solstice six-a-side soccer tournament is gearing up for Saturday, June 21 at Kwalikum Secondary. Organized by Kwalikum Secondary grad Madeleine Dwyer, who works with the town’s farmers’ market and the school’s garden program, the event is both a fundraiser and tuneup for the six-a-side season. Also known as Kicks for Kale, taking place on the longest day of the year, Dwyer said it is just a fun way to bring people and ideas together. Dwyer said they are always looking for help in the garden, whether volunteer labour or expertise, or donations of cash or needed materials. “Volunteers get to take home fresh produce and we have a big raspberry patch that needs picking this summer,” she said. Admission is by donation (suggested $10) with all all proceeds going directly to the school’s food garden. Open to people 14 and older, contact Dwyer

There will be a farmers’ market on the grounds of the Parksville Museum on Friday evenings this summer, starting July 11. City council gave the go-ahead Monday to what they called a trial period for the operation, but not without some debate and a couple of dissenting voices. Members of the Parksville and District Historical Society made a pitch — their second in the past month — to have the city change their lease to allow for the market. Society president Peter Kawerau told council they have met with neighbours like the chamber of commerce and Craig Bay residents and feel they have taken or will take measures to address concerns over traffic, parking and garbage.

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“We are sensitive to all the concerns raised,” Kawerau told council. “As for as we’re concerned, the stage is set, the grounds are prepared and we are ready.” Kawerau said the society has commitments from 30 farmers, but the addition of artisans to the mix when there are others markets in the city featuring artisans had councillors Sue Powell and Marc Lefebvre concerned. “I want to see it be a farmers’ market, first and foremost,” said Lefebvre. “I won’t support it if there are artisans in there.” Said Mayor Chris Burger, in response: “I think of it as a trial, so I’m not all that concerned.” The motion to change the society’s lease passed 5-2, with Powell and Lefebvre opposed.

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lections should be about fresh ideas. Will we get any of that during the municipal elections this November? The ground for fresh ideas is certainly fertile, at least in Parksville. Literally. There is a parcel of high-profile, city-owned land that should provoke ideas and debate. It may be an important piece in the future of the city. The city-owned land on Jensen Avenue across the Alberni Highway from the fire hall is a jewel. There were some refreshing discussions and debates about its future at a council meeting on Monday night. It was difficult to take anything Coun. Bill Neufeld said about the property seriously after he likened it to Stanley Park in Vancouver. However, if one was able to wade through his hyperbolic nonsense, one could hear him present a vision, albeit grandiose and expensive, for the land. Council’s advisory committee put recommendations in front of the politicians Monday night, calling for this gateway to the city to be developed as an urban space and be tagged as “the city’s heart and soul.” The recommendations suggested the site balance green space with fountains, paths, benches, shelter and lighting. Neufeld went further, making suggestions that could, if pushed through, cost taxpayers many dollars. In the end, council rejected the suggestions from the advisory committee (with committee chair Coun. Peter Morrison and Neufeld the dissenters) and wisely asked staff, and the public, to come up with some options for the land. Some of the councillors, particularly Marc Lefebvre, suggested this will likely be an election issue. Sadly, Qualicum Beach seems too suffocated by camps, personal attacks and battling ideologies to actually debate forward-looking, on-the-ground issues, although the camps will tell you their fights are all about tangible subjects. That might be more believable if the rhetoric from the camps didn’t devolve into personal attacks at every opportunity. We’re hopeful that will change in the five months before the civic elections. The provincial election last year provided enough ideological debate without local substance to last us a few years. — Editorial by John Harding

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Letters TEACHERS’ TANTRUM As I look back on the longest part of my life, and ahead at the shortest bit remaining, I can’t help but observe the folly of our human tactics to coerce others into giving us our way. Witnessing yet the latest in what I’ve come to call “organized adult tantrum,” this time by B.C. teachers, I have to wonder if they really and truly know what it is like to have to take any sort of job just to survive. Now I’ve had some wonderful teachers in my young life, those who really cared and made a difference. They were easily recognized in that they loved what they were doing and their enthusiasm and sincerity rubbed off on us kids. I can’t for the life of me envision these very people waving signs in a picket line attempting to attract attention to themselves. They didn’t have time, they were doing what they loved. Teachers: you are important, intelligent people. Find a way to get your concerns conveyed in a collegial, professional way. From where I sit, the optics are bad and the scene is eerily familiar to the little child who, forced to walk beside his mother but wanting to be carried, plunks himself down on the sidewalk and holds his mother hostage to his affected rants and cries. The most insidious part? It’s all being done “for the children.” Have a look in the mirror before heading out, and count your blessings. CRAIG DRUMMOND Qualicum Beach

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lies, families, families” is failing families. On the premier’s website, she states: “She will also make sure every child has the best chance to compete and win on the world stage by working to bring labour peace to our classrooms.” It is obvious that the system of bargaining between the teachers and the provincial government doesn’t work. Province-wide bargaining is silly. The school districts in the province are very diverse. How can you compare the needs of Surrey to a district like Qualicum? The schools are different, the composition of the students is different, the cost of living for employees is different. In Surrey, the class sizes are approaching 30-plus, whereas at Ballenas classes are running with as few as 15. It is no wonder the BCTF and the government cannot come to some agreement. This Liberal government has taken away the powers of the BCTF, as well as the powers of local boards. They may as well get rid of them totally and save a few more tax dollars, since it seems that all they are allowed to do is present balanced budgets, at all cost. If this province-wide bargaining continues, both parties must stop the totally-outrageous demands at the onset of bargaining. It takes too long to reach the middle ground. LES HARASYMEK Parksville

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I too spotted the obvious when reading about the Bike to Work Challenge in a recent edition of The NEWS. I could not believe that so many in the photo were not wearing helmets — you could not have shown the blatant disregard

for safety any better than you did by showing that picture, especially that guy in the front who not only wasn’t wearing a helmet, he was texting. My husband and I spotted it as soon as we saw the picture and were going to write in to you, but just thought “why bother because the police don’t.” As a kid in England, anyone who got a bike had to have road safety awareness lessons and practice through the school, then pass a test before being allowed out on the road. Maybe some grown-ups should have that here. ANNE BROOK Parksville

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SHAMEFUL CYCLING Re: June 3 edition of The NEWS, which included a picture and caption about Qualicum Beach winning the Bike To Work Challenge. Thank you to The NEWS for portraying the perfect example of the disregard for safety by many cyclists who put motorist in jeopardy daily. The chosen designation as the “Oceanside Cycling Coalition” with the purported mandate to “promote the ever-increasing number of people safely commuting by bicycle” is ridiculous, hypocritical, stupid and irresponsible. NO helmets, texting, no reflective wear and no front and back safety lights. This so-called coalition should be ashamed and embarrassed and should offer the public an apology. A true leader leads by example. BRYCE HOLTZ Qualicum Beach See more LETTERS, page A13

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RURAL WATER SAVING RDN water services manager Mike Donnelly said that electoral areas within the RDN, including Errington and Coombs, also practice level two-water conservation (The NEWS, June 10). How can he say that when we’re all on private wells and the RDN has absolutely no jurisdiction or control over our water supply or usage? Not yet, anyway. A statement on the RDN website suggests that “unregulated” use of groundwater (private wells) creates more strain on the aquifers. Private well owners put the least strain on aquifers because we know our water supply is limited. We know exactly how much we have and how much we can use. We are by far the biggest conservers of water. We have to be. How many people in Parksville or Qualicum Beach ever have to choose between doing laundry or taking a shower? You never see green lawns out here in the summer. If you want to point fingers at the greatest strain on aquifers go to Qualicum Beach, where every lawn is bright green and every driveway is spotless. Just because they’re allowed to water every single day from 7 p.m. to 10 a.m. doesn’t mean they should. Just for fun, the next time your power goes out, try going the entire time without using any water — no drinking, washing or flushing. Wells run on electric pumps. In one way the RDN’s Donnelly is correct. We do practice level two (or higher) conservation, but we don’t need to be “regulated.” We do that ourselves. Well owners could easily teach the RDN and municipalities how to conserve water supplies because we don’t waste a drop.

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arly one morning when I was still at university, a student walked into the communal washroom with a very large, scruffy canine. “What kind of dog is that?” I

shone. "If we don't succeed, we run the risk of failure." Actually Dan is an intelligent, accomplished man. He just gets flustered in the spotlight. I often wondered if that’s what happened to Kim asked. Campbell when she famously said that “elec“It’s a rare Albanian, porridge hound.” tions are no time to discuss serious issues.” “What on earth is a porridge hound?” Not so. Poor Kim was misquoted. She actu“They’ve been carefully bred for centuries ally said that a mere 49-day campaign was not in Albania to sniff out bowls of porridge,” he enough time to discuss serious social issues. replied pokerfaced. To my shame, I fell for it But that’s politics, I guess. hook, line and sinker. Of course the most fascinating slips of the “That’s amazing! I had no idea they could tongue belong to celebrities. Sometimes even breed dogs to find porridge,” I seasoned performers can suffer enthused. My response was met from nerves. with gales of laughter. Mind you, I A case in point was Brooke wasn’t the only student who fell for Shields who, when trying to exBy Ray Smit plain her anti-tobacco activism, the Albanian-porridge-hound story that day. said, “Smoking kills. If you’re killed, Because, no matter how bright you’ve lost an important part of we think we are, we all do and say your life.” stupid things. Then there was Samuel GoldTake for instance the renowned wyn who said, “I don’t think anyBritish scientist Lord Kelvin. He body should write his autobiograblithely predicted that radio had phy until after he’s dead.” no future, x-rays were a hoax and Mind you, sports celebrities are that heavier-than-air flying machines were not immune either. After a head injury, the in“impossible.” comparable Dizzy Dean noted that, “The docHe wasn’t alone. Astronomer Sir Harold tors X-rayed my head and found nothing.” Spencer Jones announced that space travel was Yogi Berra advised “Always go to other peo“bunk.” His timing was most unfortunate. Less ple’s funerals otherwise they won’t come to than two weeks later the Russians launched yours.” And Greg Norman said, “I owe a lot to Sputnik. my parents, especially my mother and father.” And who can forget the greatest mind of the Probably the most unfair quote ever circu20th century, Albert Einstein. Even the good lated was attributed to Mariah Carey. doctor messed up when he wrote, “There is not She is famous for saying that "Whenever I the slightest indication that nuclear energy will watch TV and see those poor starving kids all ever be obtainable.” over the world, I can't help but cry. I mean I'd It isn’t just our gullibility or propensity for love to be skinny like that, but not with all those predicting that gets us into trouble. Sometimes flies and death and stuff." in the heat of debate we slip from the sublime The truth is she never said any such thing. to the ridiculous. Consider Ronald Reagan. She was being lampooned on a comedy show He famously said that "Trees cause more pol- and people just assumed it was true. lution than automobiles do." Yes, we all know So what’s the most regrettable quote ever? I how unpleasant it is when the Douglas firs start think it belongs to General Jon Sedgwick of the racing their engines at Cathedral Grove. Union Army. And then there’s Dan Quayle. During his poWhen warned of the danger of Confederate litical career, Dan exuded malapropisms and sharpshooters, the general replied derisively, verbal blunders. Dan’s understanding of geog- “They couldn’t hit an elephant at this dist...” raphy seemed particularly questionable. As you may have guessed, it was his last "I love California; I practically grew up in quote too. Phoenix." He also had a great belief in education. Ray Smit is the author of The Trouble With "Quite frankly, teachers are the only profesTapioca now available at Amazon.com. His sion that teach our children." columns appear every other Thursday. He can But it was his grasp of the obvious that really be contacted at Raymondsmit@shaw.ca

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A vibrant abstract city scene, a mixed media interpretation of inner fire, and a calm still life painting of tomatoes and wine, these are a few of paintings hanging at a Federation of Canadian Artists exhibition on Resort Drive. It’s the Arrowmsith Chapter of the FCA’s annual Spring Juried Exhibition where a variety of compelling paintings can be seen hanging at Oceanside Village Resort until June 27. Barbara Ann Scott from Nanaimo took first place for The Fire Within #2, which is meant to reveal the fire within everyone, she said. “Its all these energies that move around within you and then come out,” she said. Circles seen in the fiery piece represent energy that goes around, mixes and then comes out in other areas, she said. She said this is the second one in this series and the mixed media piece has some acrylic, inks, pen and some webbing to create texture. Nanaimo’s Eunmi Conacher took second place in the juried show for Montreal #2. She said she has historically painted representational pieces with many colours but she has challenged herself with this piece using a limited palette and painting abstract. Although she’s never been to Montreal the piece felt romantic and that’s the feeling she gets from the city, she said. It’s the second in a series. Tom Shardlow from Nanaimo took third in the show with his piece, Wine Glass with Tomato. The piece was an exersise in still life he said, interpreting light and how it affects simple objects. This was his first still life piece as he’s primarily a landscape painter. Parksville’s Faye St. Marie won an award of excellence with her piece, A Crisp Morning, which is based on a snowy visit to Waterton National Park a few years ago. St. Marie completed an extensive Ukrainian series that she exhibited at the Ukrainian Museum of Canada in Saskatoon a couple of years ago and she wanted to

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From left, Faye St. Marie, Babara Regamey McDonald, Patricia Carroll, Barbara Ann Scott, Eunmi Conacher and Tom Shardlow all won awards in the current FCA annual Spring Juried Show.

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ternational Bluegrass Music Association award, among and is known for its hard driving, traditional bluegrass. others under their young belts. The group is made up of An emerging bluegrass band from Tacoma, Washingthree siblings and their dad who backs them up on bass. ton called North Country will also perform at the festiAnne Marie Jackson plays fiddle, mandolin and sings, val as well as Crazy Hearts from the Okaganan, Corner Qualicum Animal Hospital Gordon while her younger brothers John and Gary play Grass from Sidney, B.C. and more bluegrass talent Pick from Pick upguitar from July 4 / 2013 up from J and banjo and all three sing harmony. around Vancouver Island. See MUSIC, page A20 Lonesome Otis is also headlining, from San Diego, “I’m forced to admit that funds matching those criteria over the years have collectively underperformed the market. What’s worse, some of the management teams in whom I was most confident have posted the weakest returns. It’s frustrating, but past long-term performance has proven to have virtually no correlation to future performance.”

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Council invites all City residents to a meeting on Monday, July 7, 2014, at 6 pm in the Parksville Civic and Technology Centre, 100 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville, for the purpose of presenting the Annual Municipal Report and providing the public with an opportunity to make submissions and ask questions. The annual report includes the City’s vision, mission and corporate values, community connections and highlights, Council’s strategic focus areas, report’s on municipal services and operations, City financials and permissive tax exemptions. The Annual Municipal Report will be available for public inspection on the City’s website [Quicklinks/Reports] starting Friday, June 20, 2014, and in the administration department located at the Parksville Civic and Technology Centre, 100 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville BC. DEBBIE COMIS Corporate Officer

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Exquisite bouquets were discovered all over the region last Thursday as the Mid Island Floral Arts Club decided to pay it forward. It was called Lonely Bouquet project, an event that will be celebrated in places around the world on June 29, but MIFAC put their bouquets out last week following their meeting. “The club ladies made 24 bouquets that we put around the area to pay it forward and maybe make someone's day better,” said Joanne Hamilton from MIFAC. The bouquets were left in places like nursing homes, banks, and park benches with a note saying: Adopt me Please. The note when on to ask people to leave a message on Facebook or email how the flowers made them feel. Find the group on Facebook or visit the website www.mifac.jigsy.com.

Barnum plays MACoustic Folk One of the region’s most recognized musicians is performing at the MACoustic Friday night folk club tomorrow. Gerry Barnum is a seasoned artist/musician and accomplished songwriter. His performance experience is extensive: festivals, coffehouses, house concerts, theatres and many recording sessions. Barnum is often referred to as a musician’s musician. He describes his style as soulful roots/original with songs that range from tender to footstompin’. An excellent harmonica player and slide guitarist, Barnum has been featured on many recordings. After spending a dozen years in the music scene in Vancouver, along with some

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Bouquets like this one were left around the region last Thursday for people to discover, courtesy MIFAC.

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cross-Canada touring, Barnum moved back to his hometown on Vancouver Island where he recorded his first CD, Pickin up the Pieces in 1998. Since then Barnum has mainly performed solo, tourng extensively throughout B.C. and Alberta. Barnum has now recorded four more CDs and he continues to write, perform, teach and offer workshops. Join the MACoustic Folk Club on Friday, June 20 for open mic and a performance by Gerry Barnum. Tickets are $15 or $10 for OCAC members. Doors open at 7, and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. —Submitted by Linda Matteson-Reynolds

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The Mid Island Bluegrass Society is presenting the weekend’s festivities, which includes a number of free workshops like Children’s Music on Saturday at 10 a.m., Bluegrass Harmony Singing for Beginners, fiddle workshops, banjo, mandolin, guitar bass and much more. There are also a number of jams. Check the website for a schedule. There is camping available on the grassy field, plus food vendors, raffles and merchandise. Open Stage performances will happen throughout the weekend and emerging bluegrass bands will have the chance to perform and

win a slot of next year’s festival. Sunday morning there is a Bluegrass Panckake Breakfast at the Lighthouse Community Hall and entry will be free. Eat your pancakes, eggs, sausage and bacon while listening to bluegrass tunes from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The event takes place at the Lighthouse Community Centre. A weekend pass (Thursday through Sunday) to the festival is $75, a single day pass on the weekend is $35 and other ticket options are available. Children 12 and under are free. For more information visit www.lighthousebluegrass.com.

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Kelly Gough has been electrocuted a number of times. The metal artist used to work for the Canadian Military as a social worker, but she started off training to be a radio technician. “We used to get shocks and they’d make us do push ups,” she laughed. Her instructors would explain how to discharge the old enormous computers properly but about the half the class would forget a step and then there would be a big “bang”, she said. “The instructors would say, ‘Out in the hall— give me 50,” she recalled. About 10 years ago, Gough took the fine arts program at The North Island College (NIC) in Courtenay and once she was given metal to play with, she was hooked. She began weaving together pieces of aluminum flashing which led to an exploration of other metals. She soon fell for copper and many of her shiny metal baskets and sculptures will be at an art show called Old Growth at The Old School House Arts Centre with two other metal artists, David Kasprick of Red Cod Forge in Nanoose Bay and Catherine Lavelle of Gabriola Island. This is the first show featuring three metal artists at TOSH in at least a decade confirmed Corinne James, executive director. The exhibition runs from June 23 to July 13 with an opening reception June 25 at 7 p.m. Today Gough finds copper and other scrap metals to make her three dimensional pieces from garage sales, scrap yards and thrift shops. “My favourite places to go are scrapyards—it’s like Christmas there, I go shopping and you just find the coolest stuff,” she said. Gough was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Depression in 2001 following her work with the military for 22 years. She said her art work today keeps her safe and focused. “It’s very healing and meditative, especially working with my hands, I can kind of drift off and I’m safe,” she said. In 2010 she completed her Fine Arts Degree with Emily Carr University through NIC. Her pieces in Old Growth include some baskets that she weaved with bicycle spokes and copper wire. The Industrial coating present on discarded copper gives many of Gough’s pieces a polished allure. Dave Kasprick creates artistic metal sculptures using traditional blacksmith methods in his backyard studio. For Old Growth he is creating a large fiddlehead sculpture with the help of his assistant, Taryn Scammell. They are also making some smaller fiddlehead pieces. Kasprick will have a collaborative marine piece in the show with fellow Nanoose Bay artist, Jay Holbrook featuring kelp and herring. Holbrook’s exhibition called Metalwork will run the same dates as Old Growth at TOSH. Two nature photographs were the inspiration Would you like delivery of the PQB NEWS? Getting the PQB NEWS & want to hold your delivery?

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for a couple of Kasprick’s pieces, taken by local photographer Randy Hall and Kasprick’s metal assistant Scammell, who is also a professional photographer. Lavelle recently relocated to Gabriola Island from Courtenay. She said the title Old Growth is more metaphorical than literal to her. Just as there are stages and cycles in the growth of a forest, the body of work she is presenting at the exhibition is a completion of a stage in her development as an artist. “I’m uncertain what the next stage is, although I do believe that the seeds of the idea for the next piece are contained in the last one made. Just as I learned as a child not to force open the bud before the flower has developed, I am waiting for this transition to unfold at its own pace.” Lavelle has a fine arts degree from Emily Carr University of Art & Design. Although she does work alone, she prefers to collaborate with other artists. Gough said the metal work from the three artists are very different but complement each other. “I’m really proud of the work we all do because it’s really unique and yet it all speaks well together,” she said. For more information visit www.theoldschoolhouse.org or call 250-752-6133. For more on Gough visit her website www.kellygough. com. Find Kasprick on Facebook: Red Cod Forge. in

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7pm/$40 (Advance Only). An Evening of Fun for Oyster Lovers. Educational seminar/cooking class/oyster bar! Casual eats/BC wine pairings. Supporting VIU’s public Education programs.

FRI. JUNE 20 4TH ANNUAL FAIRY HOUSE SURPRISE

June 20-22/10am-5pm, last entry 4:30pm, Milner Gardens, self-guided search for areas Fairy Houses. $11, students/$6.50, 12/ under/free with adult. Fairy Tea Time 1-4pm, served in the Queen’s room & at Milner House patio. www. milnergardens.org or 250752-6153

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

SAT. JUNE 21 QB FARMERS MARKET 8:30am-12pm, Veterans Way. The best in local foods & crafts. 250-951-6516.

8:30-11:30am, Qualicum Beach Legion, Saturdays to Sept. 27th, 180 Veterans Way.

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

ARROWSMITH CPR REGIONAL TRAIL HIKE

8am-5pm, Oceanside Place. $47, Pre-register 250-2483252, recparks@rdn.bc.ca Hike the steep historic trail that connects Cameron Lake to the sub-alpine. Includes: hikers whistle & first aid pouch.

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10-11am, 2800 Grafton Ave, Coombs. All Welcome. Basic meditation techniques. Sugg. donation $20, Kathok Members $15 www.peaceiswithin.ca 250-586-5882

MON. JUNE 23 ARROWSMITH NATURALISTS

7:30pm meeting @ Knox United Church. John Neville will present “Raptors of Canada” illustrated by Robert Bateman’s paintings. 250-752-7588.

TUE. JUNE 24 HIGH TEA BY THE SEA 11am-2pm, Tuesdays, June-Aug. Stunning views, tea, sandwiches, pastries prepared by chef. Includes admission. Reservations, 250740-6611. Supporting VIU’s public education. Donate your china cups/$2 off.

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TUE. JUNE 24 MFLNRO BURN PROGRAM 7pm/F & G Gen. Meeting, Qualicum Legion. Guest speaker Rob Templeman, presents on logging slash burning & wildfire impacts on habitat at PQ.

SUMMER BY THE SEA STREET MARKET 6-9pm, Craig St, Parksville. Over 140 exceptional artisans. Info: 250-248-3613, www.parksvillechamber. com/special-events, info@ parksvillechamber.com

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June 24th-30th. QB Legion Branch 76, 180 Veterans Way celebrates with a special $2 pancake breakfast on Sat., June 28th, 8:30-11:30am. Come & join!

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10-11:30am/Free. Qualicum Beach Seniors Centre. Preregistration required. Sign up sheet at the Centre. Info: www.badgut.org/events or 1-866-600475 (toll-free)

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12:45pm every/Mon. & Wed. Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. Maggie 250-752-1156

7-10pm, 146 W. Hirst, PV, Legion. FREE, live classic country, pop & rock. Members, guests and prospective members welcome. Bill Wilson: 250752-8542. laveer@shaw.ca

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8pm/$15. June 26/27/28, God of Carnage play, Bailey Studio, 2373 Rosstown Rd, Nanaimo, nanaimotheatregroup.com, 250-758-7224.

LIGHTHOUSE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL Jun 26-29, Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. Music, workshops, camping, parking, showers & flush toilets on site. sites.google.com/ site/lighthousebluegrass/, tickets@lighthousebluegrass.com

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WED. JUNE 25 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.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Please join us for a Celebration of Harry Roy Woodâ€™s life, passed away April 5, 2014. Celebration of Life Saturday, June 21, 3-10pm. For more details, please contact the family, Keith Wood at 250-468-7677.

DID YOU KNOW? BBB Accredited Businesses must pass a comprehensive screening process. Look for the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory E-edition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at www.blackpress.ca. You can also go to http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory

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

WATERFRONT CAFE Lease: Unique opportunity. Kitchen & dining areas are equipped. Contact the Harbour Authority of French Creek for more information 250-248-5051 or email hafc@frenchcreekharbour.ca

IN MEMORIAM

MAURICE (Moe) GIROUX 1928 - 2011

Gone from us, but leaving memories Death can never take away Memories that will always linger While upon this earth we stay.

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Sadly missed by his loving wife Noreen, daughter Tanya, and grand children Erica and Reese. DEATHS

DEATHS

MAARTMAN, Maude Blanche (nee Harding) Sunrise April 22, 1923 Sunset May 9, 2014

May you always walk in sunshineâ€Ś Blanche loved the sunshine, songs of birds and the trees they sang from. She was a free spirit who lived a long and remarkable life. Her passions were many and she left her mark on the lives of others all around the world. May the bluebird sing your songâ€Ś Born in Brandon, Manitoba to Douglas and Maude Harding, she spent Her childhood on Bowen Island with her brothers and sisters, Cyril, Eric, Gordon, Eva and Lloyd. She trained as a teacher at Vancouverâ€™s Normal School and became an educator in a one-room schoolhouse in northern BC, the Cowichan Valley and in Suzhou, China. May you always live with laughterâ€Ś Living through the nineteen thirties gave her the resourcefulness to raise her children. It was a blended family of his, hers, ours and others â€“ in her eyes we were all her children and therefore family; Robert and Gordon Waters, Jack, Zeni, Ben, Maya and Einar Maartman, and Tu Yong Gong. And, in our eyes she was Mom, Nanie, Grandma and the occasional â€œMiss Blancheâ€™. And may you always be a dreamerâ€Ś She so loved her soul mate and partner of 52 years, Ben Maartman. They shared their home in the forests of Errington, BC and their doors were always open to numerous family, friends and the odd characters that journeyed from the far-flung recesses of the world just to meet them once again. May your wildest dream come trueâ€Ś Blancheâ€™s art works are simply amazing watercolors â€“ never for sale, always for family and friends. It was her one passion that lasted from her childhood to the last days of her life. Her art provided insight into how she looked at her life and her years of travels around the globe. Her original birthday cards are cherished gifts. And though we go our sepâ€™rate way, weâ€™ll share the memâ€™ry of this day. A celebration of Blancheâ€™s life is being held on July 19, 2014 at the North Oyster Community Centre (13467 Cedar Road Ladysmith BC) from 1:30 to 3:30pm. RSVP to bmaartma@telus.net In lieu of flowers please give a donation to your favorite charity for children.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS 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 New Program: Plus 50 .

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

You donâ€™t have to be new to the Oceanside area to receive a visit from Welcome Wagon! You just have to be over the age of 50! Contact Pat.

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

LOST AND FOUND FOUND: PRESCRIPTION sunglasses, June 13th on Sanderson Rd outside Foster Park, Parksville. Taken to the Parksville RCMP detachment. Call 250-248-6111 to identify.

HELP WANTED An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051. Vernon Service Company requires Journeyman Service Plumbers/Gasfitters, $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-549-4416

HOME CARE/SUPPORT

LOST: PRESCRIPTION Sun Glasses in Black case Lost Friday June 13 around Foster Park Area to Downtown Parksville. 250-248-3993

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 reqâ€™d. Call (250)248-6510.

PLACES OF WORSHIP

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD

CLEANING SERVICES

Qualicum Beach Inn

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

Has the following positions available:

Valet Persons:

COMPUTER SERVICES

Looking for Valet attendants for our newly renovated property. This position would include valet service for the guests as well as transporting guests via the hotel golf cart, managing the front door, and all around general help. Requirements include a valid driverâ€™s license and the willingness to be part of a great team.

BUYDENS Computer Services Offering PC Repair and Personal Tutoring From Nanoose to Deep Bay

Call Kevin 250-240-7372

Overnight Person:

Looking for overnight security and maintenance staff. The chosen candidates would work overnight to ensure hotel security. In addition, this job would require general cleaning, organizing, and performing a nightly checklist of maintenance.

Friendly in home Mac/PC support and lessons. Certified tech, 15 + years experience making technology approachable and easy to understand. All my work is guaranteed. Call

Please send your resume to: info@ qualicumbeachinn.com

PERSONAL SERVICES

Scott @ 250-821-1994.

PSYCHICS

CONCRETE & PLACING

VANCOUVER ISLAND

MEDIUM 250-792-0466 Apptâ€™s Comox

FINANCIAL SERVICES

CONCRETE WORKS- We do it all! Prep, (Bob-cat), place and finish all aspects of concrete flat work. Any decorative finish available. Quotes are free and firm. Call Jason (250)464-5595.

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

God still heals and is the kindest person youâ€™ll ever meet! Join us on Sundays

5:00pm

GARDENING

At the Salvation Army Church

on the Alberni Highway, near the Rod & Gun.

GROWING CONCERN SERVICES

All welcome! More info at:

*Lawn Care. *Hedge & Shrub shaping. *Cleanups. Landscaping & garden care. *Small Haul 4x4 Dumptruck. Est. 1991. Licensed & Insured.

www.jerichoroad-church.com CELEBRATIONS

CELEBRATIONS

Please join us for a

Celebration of Life

for (Nancy) Annie Hillsden Saturday, July 5th (12-4pm) at the home of Glen Hillsden, 350 Fourneau Way, Parksville

BANK DECLINED LOAN? WE APPROVE. Now you can get up to $3.5M business/personal consolidation loan with rate starting from 1.99% with min. of $35K. Bad credit or Bankruptsy welcome. Apply now at 1-866-249-1055 GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

Call Ken cell 250-927-4769

Landscaping, Gardening, Clean-up, Hauling. Pressure Washing, Irrigation, Carpentry, Hardscapes, Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444

Irrigation; Tree Removal; Hardscapes; Design, painting & More

MEDICAL HEALTH

A Celebration of Life for

JOHN BARTON will be held at the Rotary Welsh Park in Qualicum Beach located at 2949 West Island Hwy on Saturday August 9th. Those of you who had the pleasure of knowing John and would like to participate in his Celebration are welcome to attend between 1:00 and 4:00 in the afternoon.

FOOT CARE in your home by certified foot care nurse. 40 years experience. Vets approved. Marg 250-954-8259. KIMâ€™S PROFESSIONAL Mobile foot care nurse. Serving Nanaimo to Qualicum Beach. (250)752-7554, (250)741-6970

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPET CLEANING CARPET CLEANING. Call Tim at 250-954-5585. Truck mounted 25 years experience.

OCEANSIDE Lawn & Garden. Spring clean-up, hedges, lawns, irrigation, powerwashing. Call (250)240-1116.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

GARDENING

REPAIRS

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

SMALL ENGINE REPAIRMarine, lawn mowers, weed eaters, pumps, welding. Good rates. Can pick-up and deliver. Call (250)752-2938.

COOMBS AUTO Mall- (Albernie Hwy) 1025sq ft, commercial/retail. $825+ utils & gst. Call Bob, 250-248-1072 or 250-752-3090.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

FREE ACCOMMODATION. Would you be interested in no rent, utilities, groceries or expenses of any kind? If this interests you I am offering free accommodation to a house guest wanting to move in. If this interests you please either call 250-743-6543, or 250710-6568. You can also find out more at http://deveau-joseph.weebly.com

Garage Sales

APPLIANCES

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GARAGE SALES

DEEP BAY- 5493 Deep Bay Drive, June 21, 8-12. Furniture, collectibles, clothing, Star War items.

PARKSVILLE - 278 Mulberry Pl. Sat (8-1).Neighbourhood Garage Sale.

ERRINGTON 1395 Leffler Rd. Jun 21 (9-2). Large multi family. Lots of good stuff!!

PARKSVILLE 344 Bernard. Jun 20 (3-6) & 21 (10-3). Huge sale. Fishing, hunting, collectables, movies, games .

FRENCH CREEK - 929 Esslinger Rd. Sat (8-2) Multi-Family. Household & lots of great stuff!

Parksville - 475 Harnish Ave. Sat (9-2)Multi-family, lots of great stuff! Cancelled if raining

FRENCH CREEK

Neighbourhood Sale

Prospect Pt., Osprey Way, & Falcon Court Saturday June 21 9am - 2pm MULTI FAMILY garage sale. June 21 and 22 from 9AM to 1PM. 2008 Kaye Road, Nanoose Bay. Furniture, clothes, computer parts, art work.

QUALICUM 1063 Centre Cresc June 21 (8-1). Big moving sale. Woodworking tools, treadmill, billiard table, puzzles, etc. 250-752-0875 QUALICUM. 2-FAMILY Garage sale. Sat. June 21, 8am2pm. 1227 Ganske Road. QUALICUM-3350 Island Hwy.W. (Across from Deez). Multi-unit sale. Antiques, collectibles, household goods & more! (8-12) Please walk in.

MULTI FAMILY Yard Sale Saturday, June 21st 8 am - 2pm 294 Hirst Avenue (Apartments) Leather couch & recliners, dolphin glass coffee tables, big screen TV stand, speakers surround sound, & Misc.

QUALICUM- 587 Aspen Ave, Sat, June 21, 9-1pm. Books, picture frames & treasures.

NANOOSE - 915 Caddis. MultiFamily Garage Sale @ Riverâ€™s Edge Subdivision. Sat (8-1) PARKSVILLE 1085 Roberton Blvd. June 21 (9-?). Moving Sale. Lots of good stuff. PARKSVILLE 110 Mills St. Jun 20 (4-8), 21 & 22 (9-4). Estate, household, furnishings, heritage, antiques, camping equipment, BBQ, crystal, collectables, shop tools & more. PARKSVILLE - 129 Meridian Wy. Aurora Mobile Home Park. Sat & Sun. (9-1). Multi-family. PARKSVILLE- 218 Lodgepole Drive, Sat, June 21, 9am-3pm. Furniture, sporting goods, tools and misc...

Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom

1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251

FUEL/FIREWOOD COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).

HOBBIES & CRAFTS

PARKSVILLE- Giant G-S in the house, all Saturdays, 9-3, June & July, from Temple Store on Bay, follow signs to 337 Willow St. Honda CRX.

MULTI FAMILY SALE, 8am June 21 Muirfield Close, Eaglecrest. Fishing gear, household items, vacuum and much more.

MULTI GARAGE Sale. 800 Primrose Lane, Qualicum. 9 2, Saturday, June 21. PLEASE PARK ON ROAD NOT IN COMPLEX!

BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES

QUALICUM- 768 Chestnut St, (off Arbutus) Fri, Sat, Sun, June 20, 21, 22, 8-4pm. Moving and Downsizing! Fishing gears hand & power tools, ladders, 2 dining rm suites+ much much, more. QUALICUM BEACH - 561 Nootka Rd. Sat (9-2). 35 yrs of woodworking tools, & much more! QUALICUM. HUGE- Downsizing! Sat. June 21, 8am. 100s of books $1., collectibles, new items! quality clothing $2., adult shoes, household galore! 114 Denman Dr. QUALICUM NEIGHBOURHOOD Garage Sale. The Evergreens (off Village Way) Redwood Drive. Treasures for everyone. 8 am -1 pm. June 21st. QUALICUM. SAT. June 21, 9am. Utility trailer, floral art, more! 626 Beach Terrace. WOULD THE man who bought the Shop-Vac at 577 Moresby Ave please come and claim it or call us (250)752-5573.

Nanoose Bay - Neighbourhood Yard Sale

Saturday, June 21 â€˘ 9am Start (No Early Birds)

Enter Claudet Road from Northwest Bay Road and follow the signs & balloons.

OVER 20 HOUSEHOLDS PARTICIPATING Yard Sale benefits BC Childrenâ€™s Hospital Foundation

Sponsored by Ron & Peggy Mehan, Re/Max First Realty 250-927-0518

HANDYPERSONS DON the HANDYMAN

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

HAULING AND SALVAGE 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. WAYNEâ€™S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR. Will trade dead ones for live ones. Wanted, free parts of all kinds. Northwest Qualicum. 250-752-1639.

HOME REPAIRS EXPERIENCED CARPENTER & painter. NO GST!! Call George 250-594-4407

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

PARKSVILLE: 2-BDRM duplex. Central location. 302 Meadowview Plc. NP/NS, Refs. Available July 1st. $975./mo. 250-724-6082.

STORAGE

QUALICUM- COZY, clean 2bdrm suite in SxS duplex, minutes from Qualicum Beach. Country setting, N/P. $750/mo. utils not incld. July 1st. Call (250)752-6098, (250)954-8847

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

MOBILE HOMES & PADS MOBILE HOME Site in Seniors Park, Parksville City Center. Will accommodate a double wide. Monthly Pad Rent is $475.00 per month. Call 250752-2820. joanmsmith@shaw.ca

250-248-7100.

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.

TRUCKS & VANS

TRANSPORTATION AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

HOMES FOR RENT

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

CUTE 950 sq ft 2 bdrm home, 5 applâ€™s, n/s, n/p, walk to town. $850 p/m + util. Avail Jul 1st. 250-752-9891 / 250-248-2359

2000 WINDSTAR Van. Great shape. Good tires. Great van. 208,000km. $2,500. 250-8955439. Campbell River

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

OFFICE/RETAIL

MARINE

GOGO 4W Scooter $500, Pace Saver 4W Scooter $500, Transporter Wheelchair $125. Good condition. 250-752-4717

OFFICE SPACE, Downtown Qualicum. Bright, professional. Ground floor, includes shared reception. Busy location. Avail. now. Call (250)2486440 for more info & to view.

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

3 BDRM Rancher w/priv yrd, walk to dwntwn Parksville & ocean, completely updated home, quiet cul-de-sac. $298,000. Call anytime for pics or tour: 1-780-470-0368.

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS 1978 HIGHWOOD CLASS14x70 with actual size 14x66 plus small addition and good size deck. Located in Seniors Park in Parksville City Center. Requires some TLC and repair. CSA approved. Priced for quick sale at $11,900. Call 250-752-2820. joanmsmith@shaw.ca

AUTO FINANCING

PARKSVILLE INDUSTRIAL Park 200 sq ft office, with shared washroom, & 4 car park. 1 yr minimum. $270 plus GST. Call 250-248-2381 *240

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER

BOATS

22â€™ CATALINA (C/22)- 1984. sleeps 4, including: swing keel w/winch and all sails (Dacron), spinnaker w/pole, stainless alcohol stove, Potpourrie short wave radio and depth sounder, compass, bilge pump, life jackets, paddles. Comes with new custom built Roadrunner trailer w/brakes, Volvo Penta long shaft outboard motor. $6500 obo. Call (250)7578688 after 6pm or 780-9164218 cell.

RV PADS COOMBS- Long term RV pad in small adult oriented site. $400+ metered hydro, inclds basic cable, storage shed. Fenced. Available July 1. 250586-1372 or 250-954-8981. RVâ€™s: RENT, RENT TO OWN. Pads, daily, weekly, monthly. 250-927-0832 www.lostlodgeresort.com Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!

SECURE YOUR Spacious RV pad on a nature park-like property near Parksville. $440./mo inclds utils - before the summer crunch. (250)927-5623.

OPEN HOUSE 740 PHILLIPS ST.- 1200 sq.ft. fully renoâ€™d, 3 bdrm, 2 bath. Private back yard with workshop, fully fenced yard. Close to park & beach. Sat (114) 250-586-7304

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2858 BAYLINER CIERA, very nice/shed kept, low hrs, loaded. Will consider smaller trade? or ? compare this offer at $35,000. 250-745-3700.

ROLL ENDS AVAILABLE

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

For sale at our front counter

3-BDRM APT. Parksville. Clean & spacious. $600./mo + utils. Call (250)954-3750.

M&S OXFORD Home/Commercial Renoâ€™s & Painting. Patioâ€™s, Decks, Sheds, Hardwood and Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. 250-228-5204.

PARKSVILLE- TOTALLY renoâ€™d, ocean view, 2 bdrm apt. Free storage & parking, quiet bldg, heat/hot water included. Quiet tenants need only apply! Refs reqâ€™d. Available July 1. $950. Call 250-248-3350.

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

QUALICUM- 1 bdrm apt w/ocean view, parking at the door. $700/mo inclds heat, lights, water. Available now. Call 250-752-3333.

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A Sure Sign of Spring

Locally grown fruits & vegetables

NOW OPEN! 7 days a week â€˘ 10am-6pm

Book your Classified Yard Sale ad for just over

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SERVICE DIRECTORY Lawn & Garden

â€˘Hedges â€˘Trimming â€˘Shrub Removal â€˘Sea Soil/Mulch â€˘Gutters Cleaned â€˘Leaf Raking â€˘Haul Away â€˘Odd Jobs

Call Don at

250-752-2064 wolskidk2@gmail.com

MAINTENANCE

YARD

Tree Service

Fencing

Painting

T&R

Mark Griffiths

Tree

Service Tree Removal

Falling - Topping Pruning - Shrubs Hedges â€“ Fruit Trees Brush Chipping Stump Grinding FULL INSURANCE

250-714-8454

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Gardening

FISH COMPOST www.fishcompost.com

1424 Hodges Road (Behind Wembley Mall) Soil Blend Available

WE DELIVER! 954-0118

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per yard

Our Bags 7 per bag

Over 25 Years Experience

Renovations

BETTER LAWN & YARD CARE WE DELIVER! Bark mulch, top soil, fish compost, etc. SUMMER LAWN CARE Fertilization, lawn mowing.

Gates â€˘ Arbours Sheds â€˘ Repairs

On Vacation - Let us look after your property.

All Products Build to Suit

No Job Too Small

Housesitting services offered.

Spring Hours

8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Mon. - Sat.

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â€œYou name it ... we can do it.â€? Professional Home & Business Renovations & Improvements

Fencing

BLAIRâ€™S FENCING Specializing in cedar panels, farm fencing & chain link.

â€˘Renovations/Additions/Repairs â€˘Custom Bathrooms & Kitchens â€˘Interior/Exterior Painting â€˘ Tiling & All Flooring â€˘Window & Door Installations â€˘Decks & Fences â€˘Hardiplank & Vinyl Siding â€˘General Contracting/Consulting

14 yrs. expereience. Free estimates.

Tony Albanese 250.951.6289 t-albanese@hotmail.com

â€˘ Insured â€˘ References

250-228-4330

Fully Licensed & Insured (work) 250-240-3459 (home) 250-586-8588

Contractors

Gardening

Tree Services

Home Repairs

Cam Coss CONTRACTING

GREAT

Hi-Rigger

Got a Screw Loose?

Bobcat, Excavator, Dumping Services, Landscaping, Carpentry, Decks, Fences, Shops, Handyman Services. Concrete, Driveways & Drainage. WCB INSURED

Guaranteed Workmanship

Cell 250-951-1423

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TREE SERVICE

ISA Certified Arborists Tree Trimming Tree Removal Clean-up Arborists Reports FREE ESTIMATES

250-752-4655 1-800-818-0840 www.hi-rigger.com hi-rigger@shaw.ca

Free Estimates

Dave: 250-954-8650

Retired contractor fixes mistakes, saves marriages & can paint by numbers! Tightens hinges, installs light bulbs, lays flooring, hangs doors & builds walls. Finish carpentry including: baseboard, crown mouldings, bathrooms & kitchens.

250-927-2827

Many moons of experience!

Excavating and Drainage

FIXIT HOME

KERRY GRAY EXCAVATING & TRUCKING

IMPROVEMENTS

Renovation Specialist

250-731-7734

Renovations, Concrete, Decks & Much More!

250-240-4615 FAST, FRIENDLY, RELIABLE QUALITY WORK AT A FAIR PRICE.

Call The Old Guy!

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It’s back to the drawing board for the Parksville Royals as they try to find a way back after four losses last weekend. Trying to stay focused — and not get too down about their luck — the Royals were back at practice this week, working on the details to help break their current five game losing skid. It’s not for lack of effort though, according to coach Dave Wallace, as the team has been playing well in certain aspects, but struggle to piece it all together. “We haven’t been consistent enough in all aspects of our game,” he said. “You have to make the plays you’re supposed to make at this level and we haven’t been doing that. If I break it right down, our hitting has been good, our pitching has struggled and our defense has really fallen off as of late.” Sitting at the bottom of the B.C. Premier Baseball League, the young Royals team are getting more experience with each game and are learning the hard way that things don’t come as easy as they expect. “Our younger players have been improving with each game, each time they step on the field,” Wallace said. “It’s been real nice to see it happening and you can see it in their games, they’re starting to gain more and more confidence each time out. They’re really getting a lot stronger out there and have exceeded my expectations so far.”

The Royals are home this weekend for two double headers. Saturday they host the Abbotsford Cardinals, who own a 10–15 record and have lost their last three games. First pitch Saturday goes at noon with game two kicking off at 2:45 p.m. Sunday the Royals are back at Inouye–Wallace Field taking on the 11–13 White Rock Tritons. Game one on Sunday starts at 11 a.m. with the back end of the double header starting at 1:30 p.m. Hoping to see fewer mental mistakes on defense and a little more consistency all around, the Royals will be looking to get back in the win column and improve on their 7–20 mark on the season. Ethan Fox continues to lead the Royals with a .380 batting average while Keller Anderson and Parksville’s Andrew Evernden share the team lead with 10 RBI’s a piece. Owen Kelly has been the top pitcher so far, having won three games this season while striking out 41 batters, good for team lead in both categories. “We just need to stay focused and keep doing what we’re doing,” Wallace said. “You’re going to go backwards before you go forwards but you have to persevere.” “Baseball is a game of failure, you’ve got to learn from your mistakes and hope that you don’t repeat them. The more you play, the more experienced you get and with that comes more confidence and consistency.”

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Adam McKillican puts in some work in the bullpen during practice before the Parksville Royals host Abbotsford (Saturday) and White Rock (Sunday) at Inouye-Wallace Field.

LOCAL FOOTBALL STAR

Justin Holland headed back to Nova Scotia T YSON TAYLOR

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Antigonish, Nova Scotia might be thousands of kilometers away from Parksville but Justin Holland feels right at home on the football field as a defensive back for the St. FX X–Men. Holland, who just turned 20, is heading in to his third year at St. FX. After redshirting his first year there, Holland cracked the starting lineup thanks to hard work and dedication in the weight room, on the field and in the classroom. That doesn’t come as a sur-

prise to Jeremy Conn, who coached Holland for three years at Ballenas Secondary. “Justin wasn’t always the fastest or biggest guy on the field but he was one of the smartest and best students of the game I’ve ever coached,” said the BSS Whalers head coach. “Everything he’s getting is because he’s earned it from doing things the right way. I hope that the current players take a look at Justin as the example of what it takes to make it at the next level, from the on–field aspect and all the hard work he puts in there

and in the class room.” Holland is the second player to head to St. FX from the Whalers, after Cameron McInnes who graduated from Ballenas in 2009. McInnes coached Holland and saw something he had to let his alma mater know about. “He’s just such a talented kid, you could really see it through the hard work he put in when he was at Ballenas,” McInnes said. “Justin was asking about different programs and when I told him about St. FX, I made sure to let them know he was looking because getting a player like that

on your team helps everyone get better.” Holland is heading back to Antigonish in August for training camp. “It’s been great so far. Being able to jump into the starting lineup after spending my first season redshirting was huge,” Holland said. “It’s quite the difference between high school and university level football but I took it all in with each game and worked hard to improve every time out there.” Holland credits that hard work and effort to the encouragement

of his two former coaches, Conn and Sean Hines, who helped shape him into the player he is today. “They were a huge inspiration for me, for sure,” Holland said. “Coach Conn and Coach Hines were always there to help push you that extra little bit, to get that extra rep up or to finish off that extra sprint. They have such a great mind for the game of football and to be able to learn from two of the best minds in the game was an amazing experience for myself and it’s one that I’ll never forget, that’s for sure.”

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The weather was great and so were the crowds as another edition of Parksville’s annual Sea Soil Classic rolled out at Parksville Lawn Bowling Club last weekend. The three-day tournament, raising funds for the Oceanside Hospice Society, had 18 teams playing for prize money and Sea Soil honours. The final game, played on Sunday before a friendly and

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Beach reigned supreme. Cor Poland, David Childs and Charles MacIntyre took top honours, while club mates Doug Ives, John Wilson and George Machin took second. The Parksville team of Brian Michel, Scott Prior and Jim Patterson came in third. Qualicum Beach’s inaugural Sylvia Gibb Women’s Pairs Tournament, held in conjunction with the Sea Soil Classic raised a combined $750 for hospice.

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OPEN HOUSE

SATURDAY, JUNE 21 • 1-3PM

Sunday, June 22 from 2-4pm

120 Mills Street, Parksville

2875 Olympic Rd., Qualicum Bay

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Address

Price

Date

Time

Realtor/Office 689,000

BOWSER 4501 Sunwood Pl.

$448,700

Saturday

2-4 pm

Hosted by:

• Totally renovated, 3 bed, 2 baths • Incredible kitchen and main bath • Parklike .50 acre yard, heat pump • Some waterview, superb location

• Fantastic Ocean View plus suite 10 minutes to town • 3000 square foot home w/ 2 bedroom suite • Additional 800 sf carriage house, detached workshop • 5 acres perfect for horses

$449,000

Joanne Ferreiro

Joanne Ferreiro, Coast

Your Host Kevin Clayton

ph 250

250-248-8371

QUALICUM BAY 2875 Olympic Rd.

$689,000

Sunday

2-4 pm

Joanne Ferreiro Coast

QUALICUM BEACH 1075 Sunrise Dr. 564 Belyea Pl. 281 Buller Rd.

$379,900 $559,900 $549,000

Saturday Saturday Sat., Sun.

11 am-1 pm 1:30-4 pm 1-4 pm

Kari Knutson, Royal LePage Kari Knutson, Royal LePage Mark Andreasen, Royal LePage

1835 Wallacewood Way

$699,000

Sunday

1-3 pm

Lori Spoor, Sutton/West Coast

PARKSVILLE 220 McVickers St. “Stone’s Throw” 1988 Sun King 8-631 Blenkin Ave. 120 Mills St. 1070 Emerald City Way

from $349,000 $649,900 $274,900 $449,000 $458,000

Daily Saturday Saturday Saturday Saturday

1-4 pm Noon-2 pm Noon-3 pm 1-3 pm 1-3 pm

Radcliffe Development Dale Rumming, Coast John Milroy, Coast Kevin Clayton, Coast Sabine Pitt, Royal LePage

500 Corfield St. “Creekside” from

$335,000

Sat., Sun.

1-4 pm

John Cooper, Re/Max

866 Dickinson Way

$373,000

Sat., Sun.

2-4 pm

Andrew Simons, Royal LePage

116-635 Blenkin Ave.

$228,800

Sunday

1:30-3:30 pm

Bill Soreg, Century 21 Harbour

1260 Saltspring Pl.

$492,000

Sunday

2-4 pm Sabine Pitt, Royal LePage

NANOOSE BAY 3032 Matthew Rd. 3132 Dolphin Dr. 3461 Simmons Pl. 2224 Bonnington Dr.

$480,000 $299,900 $799,900 $895,000

Saturday Saturday Saturday Sunday

Noon-2 pm 1-3 pm 1-3 pm 2-4 pm

Alyce Carney, Coldwell Banker/Slegg Marnie Law, Royal LePage Rob Ohs, Royal LePage Tom Whitfield, Re/Max Anchor

2875 Olympic Rd.

$689,000

Sunday

2-4 pm

Joanne Ferreiro, Coast

3727 Elginwood Pl.

$599,000

Sunday

2-4 pm

Gloria Dafoe, Royal LePage

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, June 21 • 1-3pm 1070 Emerald City Way, Parksville W NE

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Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

Phone 250-947-9900 susan@susanforrest.com

Royal LePage Parksville / Qualicum Beach Realty

Dale Rumming Personal Real Estate Corp.

dale@dalerumming.ca www.dalerumming.ca

2224 Bonnington Drive Nanoose Bay

W NE

ICE

$228,800

Bill Soreg

Direct 250-240-4101

TF 1-800-817-7717

c21bill@shaw.ca

OPEN HOUSE

SATURDAY, JUNE 21 • 1-3PM 3132 Dolphin Drive Best Buy in Nanoose

• Three Bedrooms with New Roof – Immaculate!

250-248-8371

Tom Whitfield

homes@tomwhitfield.ca

314 East Island Hwy, Parksville, BC V9P 2H1

www.tomwhitfield.ca

Anchor Realty Independently Owned and Operated

Looking for a knowledgeable, approachable, service oriented Real Estate Agent?

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, JUNE 21 Noon - 2pm

3032 MATTHEW ROAD, NANOOSE BAY • Cozy well maintained home • Room to expand • Overheight 860 sq. ft. shop • 2.54 fully fenced acres

$299,900

Marnie Law TF:

1-800-224-5838

250-248-4321

Parksville-Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned and Operated

480,000

250.248.4321

Alyce Carney

250.954.7249 1.800.224.5838

250-607-8886

marnielaw@shaw.ca

OPEN HOUSE Sunday, June 22 • 2-4pm 3627 Elginwood Place, Fairwinds

• Lovely 3124 sqft 3 bedroom overlooking the 8th green of the course

$895,000

cell: 250.951.4882 toll free: 1.800.668.3622

250-951-4715

Beautifully Maintained 2 Bdrm - 2 bath - Patio Home w/Dble Garage - Upgrades Galore-Kitchen -w/Nook Spacious Dining / Living Area - Large Master BR, w/ Ensuite - Huge West Facing Backyard w/Patio

• 3,818 sqft 0.32 acre • Whistler-Style Elegance • Loaded with Extras

Independently Owned and Operated

Andrew Simons

Sunday June 22 - 1:30 to 3:30 Parklane Place - End Unit

492,000

OPEN HOUSE Sunday, June 22 from 2-4pm

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty

373,000

OPEN HOUSE 116-635 Blenkin Ave-Parksville

Phone 250-947-9900 susan@susanforrest.com

Hardwood floors Oversized shop .31 acre lot Lots of reno”s $

Susan Forrest

• Living/Dining Rm w/gas FP, sun-drenched patio, western exposure

Susan Forrest

• • • •

Hosted by: Sabine Pitt

• 1735 sqft 2 bedrm endunit w/ parkland & beach outside your door

Royal LePage Parksville / Qualicum Beach Realty

458,000

Sunday, June 22 • 2-4pm 1260 Saltspring Place, Craig Bay

Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

0,0

OPEN HOUSE

Hosted by: Sabine Pitt

Sat. June 21 & Sun. June 22 • 2-4pm 866 Dickinson Way, Parksville

• Meticulous 1905 sqft 3 bed ranch-style home near the golf course • .20 acre, fenced, landscaped gardens, Mount Arrowsmith views

NANAIMO

Call for a professional evaluation. NO cost. NO obligation. NO pressure!

OPEN HOUSE

248-8371

124 Craig Street, Parksville

OPEN HOUSES SATURDAY, JUNE 21

11:00am - 1:00pm 1075 Sunrise Drive $379,900

• Architecturally designed, modern feel with views from many rooms

599,000

Hosted by: Gloria Dafoe Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

Royal LePage Parksville / Qualicum Beach Realty

Susan Forrest Phone 250-947-9900 susan@susanforrest.com

OPEN HOUSE Sunday June 22, 1 to 3 pm

1:30pm - 4:00pm 564 Belyea Place $559,900

Profit from my experience.

Ralph Kretzschmar Cell 250-619-6254 ralph.kretzschmar@gmail.com theparksvillequalicumbeachrealestate.com Office: 250.248.8371 Toll Free: 1.888.954.4433

314 Island Hwy E., Parksville

1835 Wallacewood Way Qualicum $699,000

Upscale home on 12 acres with spectacular views

Call Lori Spoor 250.739.8900

Steve & Kari 250.937.1100 Cell 250.752.6926 Office

stevekari@knutsonrealestate.ca The Strength of a Team www.knutsonrealestate.ca Realtor unlicensed

Steve & Kari The Strength of a Team

The Comfort of Family

250.937.1100 Cell 250.752.6926 Office

Parksville-Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned and Operated

Parksville - Qualicum Beach Realty

stevekari@knutsonrealestate.ca If you have the opportunity to of suggest a The Comfort Family www.knutsonrealestate.ca real estate agent to anyone, please think of us! R

each office is independantly owned and operated

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OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, June 21 from 12-3pm

Urban Chic in a Village Community

8-631 Blenkin Ave. Oceanwood Gardens, Parksville NEW LISTING

• Immaculate 2004 built, 2 bed/2 bath patio home. • Numerous upgrades including custom, built-in workspace. • Natural gas heat, fireplace and BBQ.

4501 Sunwood Place, Bowser (Qualicum North) $448,700 • • • •

Enjoy country living with the security of ``lock and leave`` 3500 sf, 3 beds/5 baths; an en suite for every bedroom Decorated with Mediterranean flair Bright, open plan, southern exposure

• • • •

Super energy efficient / 2 wood stoves High quality, solid build (2004) Detached 1200 sf workshop, high ceilings Beautiful rural setting, short stroll to beach

Open House • 2-4pm Saturday, June 21, 2014

• Large double garage & deep heated crawlspace. $

274,900

For more information and pics, go to

www.johnmilroy.com

John Milroy 250.248.8371

jmilroy@shaw.ca

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1pm to 4pm

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

Starting at $335,000

PLUS GST

• Beautifully finished single level patio homes.

• Oversized 2 car garage.

• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, + den.

• 1333 to 1500 sq. ft of living space.

Show Suite Designed by Patti Ransom Interior Design.

CONTACT US 1.866.956.6228 www.creeksideatcorfield.com FOR A FULL INFORMATION PACKAGE CONTACT John Cooper *PREC john@coopermclintock.ca or Sean McLintock *PREC sean@coopermclintock.ca

* Personal Real Estate Corporation

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Deal of the Century! 3461 Simmons Place, Fairwinds

CRAIG BAY WINCHELSEA W NE

THE BLUFFS

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W NE

• Updated 1760 sqft 3 bed/2 bath stand-alone main level entry home • Maple floors, BI cabinetry, OH ceiling, gas FP, & skylighted Kitchen • Large windows on all 4 sides, security, water purifier/filtration systs • Steps away from walking trails, 3 small bridges, & Rathtrevor Beach

Gorgeous ocean view home exquisitely finished with over 4500 square feet priced $100,000 below assessed the 2013 value. Replacement cost is over a MILLION DOLLARS!

QUALICUM BY THE BEACH

$859,000

W NE

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679 Memorial Avenue, Qualicum Beach

MANY SPECIAL FEATURES

Ohs Marketing Team 250-752-SOLD

BEACHCOMBER BEACHFRONT

Beautiful 3074 sqft 3 bed in one of Qualicum’s premier subdivisions High Vaulted ceilings, floor-ceiling windows, indoor/outdoor gas FP Upper level: rec area, wet bar, ocean view balcony, 2 Guest Beds Huge Kitchen w/Silestone CT’s, private west facing patio, .17 acre

SATURDAY. JUNE 21 from 1:00 to 3:00pm Hosted by Rob Ohs Now $799,900!!!

$499,000

OPEN HOUSE

PRIVATE SOUTH-FACING PATIO

• • • •

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• 2678 sqft 4 bed walk-on waterfront waiting to begin its next chapter

• 2050 sqft 3 bed/3 bath brand new main-level entry on .18 acre

• Open plan Kitchen/Dining/Living Room w/views & traditional brick FP

OPEN HOUSE 281 Buller Rd, Qualicum Beach Sat & Sun June 21 & 22 between 1 - 4 PM Hosted by Mark Andreasen

• Island Kitchen w/WI pantry, oceanview deck, solarium-style sunroom • Family Rm, Workroom, RV parking, firepit, steps to beach, .45 acre

VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS!

$689,000

FABULOUS QUALITY EXTRAS

$549,000

Patio Home 1,465 - 1,500 sq. ft.

Features all the living space on the ground oor Price from $389,000

Loft Home 1,435 - 1,735 sq. ft.

Features ground oor entry with all the living space on the second oor Price from $349,000

• Flexible 2 bedroom & den oor plans • Heated crawl space and garage • Superior exterior and interior nishes • High eﬃciency gas forced air heating • Tankless hot water on demand • Energy star windows • Strata fees $119 per month

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2235 WIDGEON ROAD, QUALICUM BEACH

• 320 ft. of ocean frontage, 5.2 acre private bluff property • 1900+ sq. ft. home ready to move into • Build your dream home or use as a recreational property • Large det workshop/garage, long winding drive, buffer tree scape from road & a priceless view

$795,000

423 CRESCENT W. ROAD, QUALICUM BEACH

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

$725,000

935 MCFEELY DRIVE, QUALICUM BEACH

#231 – 1175 RESORT DRIVE, PARKSVILLE

• Sunrise Ridge: undivided ownership, 3 bed/3 bath condo in Parksville oceanfront resort • Sandy tidal beaches, Great patio with BBQ that overlooks the new pool & hot tub • Gorgeous kitchen with granite countertops, very large island with 6 stools • 3rd bed/ lock off with 3 piece ensuite, kitchenette: mini bar fridge & microwave, coffee

$325,000

1497 MASON TRAIL, PARKSVILLE

• • • •

Walk-on totally updated QB oceanfront .5 acre home with detached 2 car garage/shop - total 4 car garage New kitchen cabinetry, marble & granite countertops, 6 burner thermador gas range, 2-30” subzero fridges Main 8” hardwood flooring, marble fireplace, custom remote control/soft touch Hunter Douglas blinds Heated 20” tiled floors in ensuite which boasts Kohler Vibracoustic tub, separate travertine shower

$1,400,000

1337 GABRIOLA DRIVE, PARKSVILLE

• Renovated 2 bed/1bath mobile on quiet .47 acre land in French Creek • Potentially sub dividable, great investment, rentable, or move in • $15,000 in improvements, new flooring, appliance, immaculate & clean • Close to beaches & amenities of Parksville & Qualicum Beach, 8 golf courses

$209,000

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

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

$479,900

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Les Pockett

Personal Real Estate Corporation

VANCOUVER ISLAND

Cell:

Thursday, June 19, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News EAGLEWOOD BEAUTY $559,900

NEW LISTING $331,900

• 1722 sq. Ft 2 bed/ 2 bath • Great room design featuring over-height ceilings • Crown mouldings, stone fireplace, maple cabinets • Luxurious master bedroom with 5 piece ensuite MLS# 370630

• 1887 sq.ft. 3 bed/3 bath • Stunning chef’s kitchen w/ Cherry cabinets • South facing deck w/ mountains views • Floor to ceiling 2 sided rock gas fireplace

THE BLUFFS $239,900

AVORADO RESORT $42,900

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

Independently Owned & Operated

679 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC

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

LD SO

• Use of waterfront clubhouse • Short stroll to the beach

• • • •

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

MLS# 373360

CENTRAL LOCATION $314,900

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PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS $194,900

FAMILY FRIENDLY PARK $154,900

INVESTMENT OR STARTER $211,900

MLS# 359863

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• 1010 sq.ft., 2 bed / 1 bath • Spacious 13 x 17 deck • Metal roof, new eavestroughs • 10 x 7 all purpose shed MLS# 369103

WALK ON WATERFRONT $399,900

• 2165 sq.ft/ 3 bed/3 bath • .86 ac private parklike fenced yard • Beautifully finished downstairs suite • Stainless appliances, vaulted ceilings, large deck MLS# 368015

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS $64,900

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

MLS# 365781

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

SOLD

For Every Move You Make

Nicky Westnedge

Unlicensed Assistant

grantwildeman@shaw.ca

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned & Operated

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

MLS# 366035

★ ★ ★ ★★

REALTOR®

Cell: (250) 927-0357 Office: (250) 248-4321 Toll Free: 1-800-694-0357

• 984 sq. ft., 2 bed / 2 bath • 7 year old, .21 acre mountain view • Kitchen island w/ eating bar • 12x12x24 storage unit is included

MLS# 357004

Grant Wildeman www.grantwildeman.ca

IN-LAW SUITE $359,900

• • • •

MLS# 361710

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

CO-OP PARK $115,900 LD SO

• Fully serviced RV lot

• 876 sq.ft. 2 bed/ 1 bath • Backs onto greenspace • Single attached garage • Light and bright rancher

MLS# 374773

MLS# 370582

OCEAN VIEW $439,900

MLS# 347920

www.lespockett.com

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty

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NEW LISTING $214,900

• Extensively renovated rancher • 3 bed/ 2 bath, 1308 sq. ft. • Granite counter-tops, hardwood, new carpets

For more photos and info go to:

NEW LISTING $289,700

• 2 bed, 1 bath, 864 sq. ft, • Open floor plan • Detached workshop, easy walk to ocean

MLS# 375109

lespockett@telus.net

NEW LISTING $44,900

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

MLS# 354144

MLS# 372109

MATT BREEDLOVE

Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES)

D i r e c t 250.954.9033 sold@mattbreedlove.com www.MattBreedlove.com

Parksville-Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned and Operated

Family Home on 5 Acres

Unsurpassed Ocean Views

LIS

1299 Sunrise Drive, French Creek $379,000

895 Bouman Place, French Creek $399,900 • • • •

Centrally located 3 bedroom 2 bathroom rancher Hardwood floors and granite throughout Heat pump and 3D electric fireplace Loads of RV parking / Fully fenced

• Sprawling, almost 2000 sq. ft. rancher on crawl • 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths, family, living and formal dining room • Large .43 acre landscaped lot, detached shop and RV parking

*5% Down = $838 MONTHLY PAYMENT

735 Kapler Road, Qualicum Beach • 2684 Sq ft 3 Bdrms, 3 Bath • Den, Bonus Room • 5 Acres, Fenced & X Fenced • Hobby Farm Potential

$645,000

277 Poplar Ave. Qualicum Beach $739,000 • Bright & Beautiful Don Beaton Built Rancher • 1070 Sq. Ft. of Ocean View Deck + Covered Patio • Numerous Windows, 2 Ensuites with Heated Floors • .25 of an Acre Professionally Landscaped WOW!!!

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130 Hamilton Ave, Parksville $369,000 • • • •

Corfield Glades 3 bdrm, 2 bath rancher on crawl Gourmet style kitchen with Island & eating bar Natural gas fire place in Family rm and separate Living rm Sunny south facing back yard and large patio

3-3199 Brooklin Lane, Hilliers $179,000 • 2 bedrooms and 1100 sq. ft., super quiet setting • 5 minutes from Qualicum Beach • Immaculate and 5 appliances included *Rates subject to change without notice. Certain conditions may apply based on OAC, E & OE* L.

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348 Hall Road, Qualicum Beach $459,000 • Outdoor Kitchen + Impressive Covered Patio • Quality Wood & Slate Tile Accents NEW • Cottage Style Feel & Elegant Finishing LISTING • Close to the Ocean in Exclusive area

2380 Fowler Road, Qualicum Beach • 2030 sq ft 3 Bdrms + Den, 2 Bath • Private Level .59 of an Acre Lot • Fabulous Garden Areas, 2 Wells • Small Workshop, Garden Shed

$319,000

½ Acre House & Shop

Check Out The Price!

587 Chester Road, Qualicum Beach $349,900 • 2054 Sq. Ft. 3 Bdrms, 2 Bath Rancher • Fully Fenced ½ Acre Lot in Qualicum Woods • Large Kitchen, Wood Floors • Covered Porch, Sunroom

1688 Lailah's Loop, Qualicum $210,000 • 1876 Sq. Ft. 2 Bdrm 3 Bath Suite Potential • Coverd Deck & patio Areas • Mountain Views, Rural Setting, Easy Care • Affordable for First Time Buyers

2393 Higginson Road, Nanoose $625,000 • • • •

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

764 Ermineskin Avenue, Parksville $379,000 • • • •

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

The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, June 19, 2014 #1 REALTOR at RE/MAX Anchor Realty in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013

TIM

Independently Owned and Operated

Peligren

1695 Nahmint Road $439,900 $82,500

• Well cared for mobile home w/beautifully landscaped & private, fenced yard • Best location at the end of the park beside a lovely treed area & is very private • 2 bdrms, 2 full baths, soaker tub, open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, oak cabinets

2-447 PYM STREET

$310,000

4-570 CRESENT ROAD

$239,900

Direct: 250-228-5558

• Ocean view, 1344 sq. ft. 2 bdrm unit in “Crescent Gardens” • Open floor plan w/vaulted ceilings, fireplace, double carport • New appliances, flooring, light fixtures, baseboards, paint

4544 MAPLE GUARD DRIVE

1759 Martini $289,000

1731 Dar’s Place $314,400

• 2930 sq. ft. mountain view home • 3 bdrms, 4 bthrms • Fully developed, unauthorized inlaw suite w/sep. entrance, hydro & septic • Detached 28’ x 26’ work shop • 2.5 acre property

1670 Meadowood $648,000

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

• 2 bedrooms up and 2 bedroom suite below • 20 X 20 deck with ocean glimpse and southern exposure • 12’ X 24 ‘ storage unit • Underground sprinkler system

1680 Peligren Place $298,000

Recreational Riverfront Lot $45,000

$314,900

• 360 degree ocean & mountains view • 4,600 Sq. ft 4 BR 3 bathrooms plus • One BR suite • Beautiful, west coast designed, Wembley Lane town home • Lovely 1,265 sqft home features 2 spacious bedrms, 2 full baths • Large living room w/electric fireplace, large dining area

916 MULHOLLAND DRIVE

$329,000

MLS # 370244

• Three bedroom home on a quiet, private, 1/2 acre treed lot. • 1241 sq. ft. home, lovingly updated w/new kitchen & bathrms. • New hardwood flooring in lvg room, kitchen, dining area & bdrm

3974 BOVANIS ROAD

1600 Farrah’s Way $99,000

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

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

5 ACRES - Little Qualicum $174,900

18 Acre River Front $238,900

$349,000

River Front Acreage

W NE

• Tastefully appointed 1692 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher • Bright white kitchen, eating area, living room w/woodstove • Family rm w/gas fireplace & skylight, double garage w/storage

819 PATRICK DRIVE

$367,000

N TI IS

LITTLE QUALICUM RIVER

• Custom 3 bdrm home. Kitchen w/island & pantry, vaulted ceiling in lvgrm • Main bath w/separate shower, soaker tub, glass block window, full ensuite • Woodstove, den, 2 full bathrms. Separate cottage w/full bathrm, RV dump

1097 AERY VIEW DRIVE

$385,000

• • • •

2.49 Acre Very private Cleared ready to build Backing on Park

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

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

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

I ST LI

#3-650 W. Hoylake Road Qualicum Beach • Lovingly updated 3 bedrm 2 bath home, high end laminate flooring • Custom solid maple gourmet kitchen, granite counters, SS appliances, • Tile floor, 2 pantries w/pull outs. WI closet w/built in cherry shelving

108 DENMAN DRIVE

$447,900

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

• Executive home on quiet cul-de-sac in Morningstar area • 2543 sq. ft. 3 full bathrooms, 4 bedrooms & family room • Large kitchen with island, stainless steel appliances

1490 SUNRISE DRIVE

Enjoy the most private and serene setting Grandon Creek Estates offers. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home has tons of natural light through a large skylight and an open floor plan that leads onto a large and private patio. Walking distance to Qualicum’s renown beaches and quaint village.

$487,000

255,900

$ • Renovated 2700sq. main level entry home w/2 bedrm suite. • New maple kitchen w/5 burner gas stove, new roof, new floors • New garage door & awning on deck. Large deck w/ocean view

511 DOGLEG CLOSE

IN ST LI

$529,000

• Spacious, updated, 4 Bedroom, 4 bath, 2256 sq. ft rancher • Updates: windows, addition, plumbing, wood stove, etc • South facing back yard w/large patio, fruit trees RV parking

1387 WARD ROAD

155 Bayridge Place Qualicum Beach PLUS PLUS, PLUS

$604,500

This 2190 sq.ft. rancher has it all! This home offers alot of versatility with 4 bedrooms, one bedroom at 400 sq.ft. with bathroom would be ideal for an additional master suite, a home based business or guests. There is also a 28 x 20 detached insulated shop. You will enjoy this brand new kitchen and enclosed sunroom with slate floor, all on your private 1/2 acre.

• Beautiful home,.22 acre lot, backing onto Eaglecrest Golf Course. • New roof, heat pump, paint in & out, blinds & drapes, custom built patio canopy & green house. All back yard redone in patio bricks

26-1059 TANGLEWOOD PLACE

$619,000

429,000

• 5.86 beautiful acres with lovely fence pasture area • 2 large homes, mobile home and carriage home • Includes a 20’ x 22’ workshop/garage

868 GAETJEN STREET

$1,585,000

Office: 250-752-2466 Cell: 250-954-4171 • Beautiful ocean view condo on the amazing Rathtrevor Beach • Tanglewood, the ultimate, luxurious vacation home, • Vaulted ceilings, hardwd flrs, granite counters & fabulous bathrms.

• SPECTACULAR WATERFRONT HOME! custom built. • .49 acre lot, Gourmet kitchen w/cherry wood cabinets, wine cellar • SS appliances, granite counter tops, baker’s island w/breakfast bar

View on VIRTUAL TOUR: www.nancybolch.ca Recipient of Sales award for the TOP 100 REALTORS IN RE/MAX Western Canada

Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

Anchor Realty

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

sales@timpeligren.com

Personal Real Estate Corporation

11 - 1050 BOWLBY ROAD

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Brenda

Nicolls

A portion of every commission is donated to the Oceanside Hospice Association.

Brenda

Personal Real Estate Corporation

250-248-8371

info@brendanicolls.com l www.brendanicolls.com

New Listing

745 Boultbee Dr, French Creek

225 Hoylake Rd W, Qualicum Beach

Immaculate Rancher in Sandpiper

Cape Cod Home with Street Appeal!

$ • • • • •

Nicolls

A portion of every commission is donated to the Oceanside Hospice Association.

400,000

2140 sq ft 3 bed on .26 ac Upgraded home with contemporary, modern feel Bright kitchen with eating area & quality appliances Sunroom opens to pergola patio & “al fresco dining” Mature, private gardens, espalier apple trees, raised beds

$ • • • • •

425,000

2430 sq ft 3 bed + den & sitting area on .22 ac Bright kitchen, entertainment sized deck Generous 25x12 Master w/pretty deck & ensuite Professionally landscaped gardens with pond Easy walk to Town Centre, Golf Course & Beach

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

• • • •

IS TL

1658 GRANITE ROAD

Custom built, over 1800 sq ft, on crawlspace Gorgeous wood floors, 9’ ceilings, open plan 2 bedrooms, den, separate 23 x 23 shop Parklike 1/2 acre, Madrona Heights location

$629,900

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kevin clayton

OPEN HOUSE • SAT JUNE 21 • 12-3pm

52A SURFSIDE • • • •

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

$95,500

Tom Dodds

394 #L CRAIG STREET • Attractive 3 bedroom mobile home • Share in friendly co-operative park • $150 monthly fee inc. maintenance, water, sewer, land tax

• • • •

Ian Whitelaw

3568 GOODRICH ROAD

Ocean view, granite counters, cork floors Corner unit, maximum privacy High ceilings, large windows, open plan 2,834 sqft., 2 beds, 3 baths

$549,000

8 HOMES TO CHOOSE FROM

Louise Roy $649,900

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

Dale Rumming*

$29,900

Custom 3 bed/2 bath, 2 1/2 acres South exposure, cross fenced Open floor plan, must be seen Summer kitchen, hot tub, wiring for shop

Jill Tuggle

• • • •

217 HAMILTON AVENUE

628 ARBUTUS STREET

• 1750 sq ft, 3 bed 2 bath contemporary rancher • Bright kitchen, custom cabinetry w/eating nook • Formal DR & LR perfect for entertaining • Private, fully fenced & easy to maintain garden

• • • •

3 bed 2 bath rancher on crawl Corfield Glades, level sunny lot, private back garden Maple kitchen, maple floors Gas stove, hw, fp, bbq

Brenda Nicolls* $400,000

4189 W. ISLAND HIGHWAY

550 ft. of private ocean front 10.5 acres, old growth forest 2,046 sqft., 3 beds, 2 baths, open plan Additional cottage on the beach

$1,288,000 Aaron Nicklen*

• • • •

• Value packed 1465 sf, fully furnished • 2 bdrm, 2 ensuites, 2 parking stalls • Stunning ocean views

Jill Tuggle

Anne Sperling

582 NOOTKA ROAD

3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath 2 level home Many updates (windows, roof, kitchen, flooring etc.) .31 acre property bring your ideas Close to schools, town core & walk on beach

$369,900

#105-1325 CAPE COD DR - THE ONYX

$459,000

$274,900

Lillian Jewer

575 DOEHLE AVE, PARKSVILLE • • • •

1663 sq.ft. 3 bdrm / 2 bath rancher on 150 ft. deep lot RV parking or detached carriage house Luxurious master suite features soaker tub/glass shower Open plan with extra large covered outdoor living area

$419,900+GST

John Barnum

Dale Rumming*

• • • •

John Milroy

2 homes on 20 Acres Zoned MHP Prime Development site Minutes to Parksville

$1,980,000

Ian Mackay

17 - 631 BLENKIN AVE, PARKSVILLE • • • •

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

$269,000

#3 120 FINHOLM, PARKSVILLE

$149,900

Jim/Margo Hoffman

• • • •

#3 - 161 SHELLY ROAD

Private setting and in pristine condition 2 bed 2 bath end unit townhome at Estuary Place Walking trails and Englishmen River at your door step A hidden gem just waiting for new occupants

$364,900

Lorraine Petersen

$479,900

kevin clayton

3284 BLUEBACK DRIVE

Spectacular ocean views 0.38 of an acre, 2,100 sqft. RV parking, close to golf & marina Great for builder/handyman

$339,900

Louise Roy

John Milroy

241 - 330 DOGWOOD STREET

• Deluxe 2 bed 2 bath patio home • Completely made over, designer look • Double garage, end unit, overlooks pond • Shoreline, steps to Parksville sandy beach

$338,000

801 BENTRIDGE ROAD, PARKSVILLE

$439,900

Dale Rumming*

137 MOILLIET STREET

3420 REDDEN ROAD

• • • •

$354,000

$1,245,000

Ian Whitelaw

1190 COURTNEY • • • •

kevin clayton

• 4 bed family home with 2 bed suite • Private, fully fenced yard • Totally renovated and move-in ready

• 2,000 sq ft 3-bed home; suite potential • Open half-acre lot with a great view • Separate garage and insulated workshop

686 IRONWOOD AVENUE

• Stunning, over 3500 sq. ft. of living • 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, plus 1 bed. suite • Heat pump, wood floors, 3 fireplaces • Beautiful gardens, a must to view

Aaron Nicklen*

SOLD

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

• • • •

2568 ANDOVER ROAD

3 bedrooms plus den Hardwood floors, gas fireplace Fully fenced level yard Close to golf, rec center & ocean

$499,900

890 ALLSBROOK ROAD A&B

$459,000

Jill Tuggle

Immaculate 2004 built, 2 bed/2 bath patio home. Numerous upgrades, custom, built-in workspace. Natural gas heat, fireplace and BBQ. Large double garage & deep heated crawlspace

1988 SUN KING, PARKSVILLE • • • •

202A-181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE

• Brand new 924 sq ft modular • New development, others to choose • Low pad fee 295.00 mo.

$99,000

$119,000

8-631 BLENKIN AVE, PARKSVILLE • • • •

OPEN HOUSE • SAT JUNE 21 • 12-2pm

$149,000

509-1155 RESORT DRIVE

• 865sf Deluxe Spa Bungalow • 1bdrm, 2 fireplaces • New reno’s/100% ownership

Immaculate home & 5.51 acres! 2788 sqft rancher (2008), 30x40 finished shop 3 bed 3 bath with bonus room 30x40 commercial greenhouse

$799,000

Anne Sperling

• • • •

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

Aaron Nicklen*

1399 CAPE COD DRIVE

Private setting Quality finishes throughout 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Maple and granite kitchen

$499,000

Ian Mackay

1250 WINCHESTER ROAD

• 26 fenced acres - rolling land, gardens & ponds • Completely renovated 3777 sq ft farmhouse • Outbuildings include 3 machinery storage sheds • Cedar barn w/hayloft, chicken coop, workshop

$1,195,000

Brenda Nicolls* *PERSONAL REAL ESTATE COPORATION

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Hot laps with F1 World Champ Sebastian Vettel BOWMANVILLE, Ontario. commentator David Four-time Formula One Coulthard on an auto world champion Secross track, laid out in the bastian Vettel has been shape of the Infiniti logo. driving since 1991 – 20 As I finished my turn at years less than yours the wheel of the Infiniti truly. Q50, the Scot sent me off The Infiniti-Red Bull to Seb with the words: Racing Team lead man “No cones were hurt in was only three-and-half this filming . . . ”I’ll take Seb’s seat time years old when he took that as a compliment for with us clearly the wheel on a kart in my error-free drive. his native Germany. He Buckled up in anothpaid off as he began racing four years er Q50S ($47,450), I went on to take later at the ripe old age wondered if Seb would his fourth straight of eight. He has a few demonstrate an improved years under his safety cornering technique as championship. harness but he’s always we did a hot lap together Keith Morgan up to learn from his around the reputedly fast elders. 3.95-kilometre track. He Last year, the 26-year-old wunderkind greeted me warmly, I thanked him for a showed off his driving skills to me and hat he had kindly autographed, which I buddy Brian Makse – a man also with recently auctioned off. He was pleased racing pedigree – in an Infiniti FX50 to hear it had raised hundreds of dolVettel Edition FX on the Paul Ricard lars to help send local leukemia-strickCircuit in the south of France. We both en teen Ryan Fagnan and his family on figured his cornering needed work. a last vacation, shortly before he died. Seb’s seat time with us clearly paid off We roared out of the pit lane through as thereafter he won his fourth straight the first turn and continued to accelF1 championship. erate downhill – close to 170 km/h It came as no surprise then that he – towards the second turn. Locals told would jump at the opportunity to take me the stretch to the turn features a the wheel again alongside me. Brian number of camber changes down to wasn’t available but I headed here to the second turn, scene of most of the the Canadian Tire Motorsport in Ontartrack’s fatal crashes. Gulp. Obviously, nobody had cautioned io to work the magic again. The affable him as he whipped the family sedan young guy has had a tough start to the effortlessly round, talking about how F1 season, battling with the new hybrid he relaxed as we drove. Movies with technology. happy endings apparently. Ah, the same I put in some time first with retired conclusions he likes to F1 races. F1 driver and now ace BBC TV F1

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“There haven’t been too many of those lately,” he joked, pressing harder on the metal, perhaps to make a point. As Infiniti Director of Performance, Vettel is truly playing a role in the development of future road products, rather than merely offering his name as a celebrity endorsement. He talked enthusiastically about the new compact, performance-oriented Q30, which should see the light late next year in Europe and a little later in Canada. The 328-horsepower 3.7-litre V6 Q50S we were riding in also benefitted from a little of his input. He’s clearly looking forward to Infiniti giving the go-ahead to the Q50 Eau Rouge concept, which features the Nissan GT-R’s growling 560-horsepower twin-turbo V6. Another corner loomed and I leaned into the door, as he barely slowed from the rapid pace we had zipped along the straight. “Your cornering has improved since last year,” I offered cheekily.

“Thank you, I think I’ve got the apexes about right,” he grinned. Hours earlier, it’s doubtful he had even heard of the tricky track, nevermind driven it. Harkening back to his references to happy endings, I reminded him that after driving with me last year he had enjoyed nothing but success. “That’s right . . . it’s all down to you,” he said with what I believed was a thoroughly genuine smile of appreciation. The end was nigh. Time flies when you are having fun: our hot lap and friendly chat took less than four minutes. Last Sunday, he enjoyed only his second podium finish of the year taking third place at the Montreal Grand Prix. You’re welcome, Seb. Same time next year, in the Eau Rouge? Videos of my day with Sebastian Vettel and David Coulthard can be viewed at: http://bit.ly/1ujR58W keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

As Infiniti’s Director of Performance, Vettel is truly playing a role in the development of future road products.

Question of the Week Four-time F1 champ Sebastian Vettel got behind the wheel of a kart when he was just three-and-a-half years old and was racing at age eight. Should we encourage teens to follow that example, as a way of learning about vehicle speed and control before getting their first license at 16? Go to DrivewayCanada.ca to submit your answer. QUESTION

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PICKS OF THE WEEK

Eric’s Pick 2005 FORD F250 4X4 This truck has a brand new 5.4 L Triton V8 crate motor & new tires. Previously had one owner and great maintenance. Great deal on a Super Duty.

Grey, XLT, Super Cab. 91,000 kms. Stock # 14144C

SALE

22,995

Harold’s Pick

Dennis M’s Pick

2009 PONTIAC WAVE G3

2001 FORD F350 4X4

This Wave has plenty of features including cruise control, power windows & locks, sun roof, cd player & air conditioning.

Black, 4 door, Auto, 94,000 kms.

This truck has a 7.3L popular diesel engine & tow package. A very clean unit with low kms. Don’t miss this one! Come see me!

Black, XCAB , 145,000 kms. Stock # 93462A

Stock #93507A

SALE

8,995

bi-weekly

2010 FORD EXPLORER

2005 MAZDA 3

This 7 passenger SUV is comfortable, sporty, & very versatile.

This great looking sporty Mazda is a local car with only one previous owner. It comes with full maintenance records and has very low kms.

Silver, 4 door Sedan Only 61,625 kms. Stock # 93525A

165

26,995

bi-weekly

SALE

9,995

Dennis P’s Pick

Filip’s Pick

2011 CHEVY CRUZE LT

2006 MITSUBISHI LANCER RALLIART

Dark Blue, Auto, 4 Cylinder, 60,000 kms. Stock # 93471A

16,995 Stacey’s Pick

SALE

Robb’s Pick

Red, Eddie Bauer, V8, AWD, 63,588 kms. Stock # 14436A

7.3L DIESEL

SALE

14,995

This Cruze has features such as cruise control, steering wheel mounted audio controls, on star, bluetooth, sunroof, auto dimming rear view mirror, select shift automatic transmission and much more!

Black, Ralliart, 5-Speed, Sunroof 146,250 kms.

Come and see this sporty 5 speed Sedan and bring back some driving enjoyment into your life

Stock # 14156A

bi-weekly

SALE

6,995

115

bi-weekly

All loans are open that can be paid out early without penalty. Prices and payments are plus applicable taxes and administration of 399.00 Bi-weekly payments are calculated at 5.99% with 20% cash or trades as a down payment, other configurations available OAC. Stock number, term and cost of borrowing are 93507a, 60, 1145.50, 14156a, 24, 349.78, 14436a, 72, 4144.38, 93471a, 84, 2714.60 respectively.

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Race to Nanaimo Honda for savings.

Honda leads the way with features & innovations, safety and value for money. 2014 FIT DX

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$ £

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• 60/40 Split 2nd-Row Magic Seat® (standard) • 6 airbag system (standard)

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• HandsFreeLink™ Bluetooth® (standard) • intelligent Multi-Informational Display (i-Mid) (standard)

• Multi-angle rearview camera (standard) ‡

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• HandsFreeLink™ Bluetooth®

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2014 CIVIC DX

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2014 CR-V LX

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Weekly on a 60 month term with 260 payments. MSRP $27,685** includes freight and PDI

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Model: RM3H3EES

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‡In order to achieve $0 down payment, dealer will cover the cost of tire/battery tax, air conditioning tax (where applicable), environmental fees and levies on the 2014 CR-V LX, Accord LX, Civic DX and Fit DX only on behalf of the customer. £Limited time weekly lease offer based on a new 2014 Fit DX model GE8G2EEX. €0.99% lease APR on a 60 month term with 260 weekly payments O.A.C. Weekly payment, including freight and PDI, is $33.83 based on applying $1,150.00 lease dollars (which is deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes) and $1,000.00 consumer incentive dollars (which is deducted from the negotiated selling price after taxes). Down payment of $0.00, first weekly payment and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $8,795.80. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometers. *Limited time weekly lease offer based on a new 2014 Civic DX model FB2E2EEX. #0.99% lease APR on a 60 month term with 260 weekly payments O.A.C. Weekly payment, including freight and PDI, is $38.92 based on applying $925.00 lease dollars (which is deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes). Down payment of $0.00, first weekly payment and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $10,119.20. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometers. ΩLimited time weekly lease offer based on a new 2014 CR-V LX 2WD model RM3H3EES. ¥1.99% lease APR on a 60 month term with 260 weekly payments O.A.C. Weekly payment, including freight and PDI, is $66.91 based on applying $1,375.00 lease dollars (which is deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes). Down payment of $0.00, first weekly payment and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $17,396.60. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometers. **MSRP is $16,130 / $17,185 / $27,685 including freight and PDI of $1,495 / $1,495 / $1,695 based on a new 2014 Fit DX model GE8G2EEX / new 2014 Civic DX model FB2E2EEX / 2014 CR-V LX 2WD model RM3H3EES. License, insurance, registration and taxes are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. ¥/£/€/Ω/#/* Prices and/or payments shown do not include a PPSA lien registration fee of $30.31 and lien registering agent's fee of $5.25, which are both due at time of delivery and covered by the dealer on behalf of the customer on the 2014 CR-V LX, Accord LX, Civic DX and Fit DX only. ‡/#/*/Ω/€/¥/£/** Offers valid from June 3rd through June 30th, 2014 at participating Honda retailers. Dealer may sell/lease for less. Dealer trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

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Raising cash for charity and turning heads along the way By Alexandra Straub

The Supercar: It’s something anyone of any age can appreciate. The design. The engineering. The way the engine and exhaust purrs – or roars – when you push on the throttle. They are the culmination of the workmanship of talented individuals who dedicate their lives to crafting components that are then distributed globally. Now put more than 100 of these machines together (111 to be exact) and the appreciation factor goes up 110-fold. To some, Supercars are a gaudy form transportation. An arrogant display of wealth. To others, works of art. But to the group who participated in the second annual Diamond Rally, it’s more than just a showcase of imported engineering or customization. It’s about a great cause. It’s for charity. I’m not going out on a limb when I say that car enthusiasts love to see amazing cars, regardless of context. What’s more, it’s even cooler when a group of them travel together up one of the most incredible drives in the world: the Sea-to-Sky Highway. What started off last year with 42 cars quickly grew to three digits. Each entering car chose a charity to raise funds for. As the day was ramping up, the Brian Jessel BMW dealership in Vancouver was overrun with vehicles ranging from a 1957 Ford Thunderbird (it was quite the car back in the day, and still is) to the Lamborghini Aventador. Along with Nissan GT-Rs, Maseratis, Porsches, Ferraris, and more. Even the brand new BMW i8, which had yet to be driven on Canadian soil, broke ground and was the lead car in the day’s event. The route would take us along the spectacular Sea-to-Sky highway, with a stop in Squamish and

then the main rendezvous in Whistler. Fellow motorists were pleasantly surprised when they spotted the exotics driving beside them on the world famous road. My ride? – The humble, all new, BMW M4. I say humble because I had nowhere near as much horsepower (this only generates 425) as some, or most, of my fellow drivers. But what I did have was the “wow” factor. Clad in an extremely eye-catching Austin Yellow Metallic coat, she was quite the sight to see. What made it even more special? It’s a 6-speed manual. Unsuspecting admirers didn’t catch me overhearing their conversations including, “Dude, this one’s a stick. Awesome.” Yes, some people actually talk like that. Though it may not have garnered nearly as much attention as some of my fellow rallyers, it still brought smiles to people’s faces. That’s what I think the event is all about. So did the drive route. Craig Stowe, Founder of the Diamond Rally and Canada’s own Luxury & Supercar Weekend mentions, “There is a new breed of supercar owners who are rallying together to individually raise awareness and money for the charity of their choice.” He also comments that Vancouver is supercar crazy, and that there are more luxury and supercars per capita then any other city in North America . “There is nothing like 111 spectacular cars rallying up the 99 highway to bring awareness to many worthy charities. Visit www.bmw.ca for more information on the 2015 M4 Coupe Alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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