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Clinics for Qualicum Local physicians stage a pilot project for August JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com

Family physicians are creating after-hours walk-in clinics in Qualicum Beach in a pilot project for August they say will complement, not compete with, the operations of the Oceanside Health Centre. The doctors say they are responding to survey results gathered in the spring and will determine whether the clinics continue past August after studying the data gathered during this pilot project. “The community wanted some after-hours, walk-in access,” said Elliot Freedman, a consultant working with the Oceanside Division of Family Practice. “We think there’s a demand for it and we think it will be full-up.” The clinics will be open Mondays (excluding the holiday Aug. 4) from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at Qualicum Medical Centre on Fern Road; Tuesdays from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. at the same location; Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at Beach Medical on Beach Road; Thursdays from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at Primrose Medical Clinic on Second Avenue; and Fridays from 6:30 p.m.8:30 p.m. back at Beach Medical. The physicians estimate they will be able to see 8-15 patients — tourists and residents alike — each day. Doctors say incidental, pressing — but non-life-threatening — medical issues may be brought to the after-hours clinics. These include things like earaches, fevers, removal of foreign bodies, heat stroke, hives and rashes, insect bites, lacerations, nausea, skin infection, sore throat, sprains and wound care. See EXPANSION IS POSSIBLE, page A42

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Fishmonger Colleen Williamson of Eat Fresh Urban Market in Parksville displays a sockeye salmon caught recently in local waters.

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Parksville Qualicum Beach is experiencing its best season of fishing in the last decade. That’s the word on the dock at least — from experienced guides, weigh scales and tackle shops in the area. French Creek Harbour Store owner Kari Wheatley described this year’s salmon run as “epic.” Wheatley said the store extended

their hours of operations to seven days a week — up from six days — just to accommodate demand. “We just saw a 42-pound spring come in,” she told The NEWS from the seaside shop buzzing with fishermen Tuesday afternoon. “And we had a 32-pound one on the weigh scale last weekend.” Additionally, Wheatley said this year’s sockeye predictions are unprecedented. “We’re expecting to see what peo-

ple are referring to as ‘a wall of sockeye,’” she said. “That means there will be more sockeye here than anyone has ever, or will ever see.” Don Graves, Good Times Salmon Charters owner and guide, said the sockeye run predictions are “the highest in a few years but haven’t been proven quite yet.” Graves said sockeye won’t start showing up in the waters lining Parksville Qualicum See WILD COHO, page A7

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Firefighters are taking a cool break tonight from a blazing hot summer. Parksville Volunteer Fire Department fire chief Doug Banks and a few other members have agreed to sit atop a dunk tank at the mercy of passerbys, all in the name of charity. The inaugural Tour De Rock Fundraiser is hosted by Pacific Brimm and Extreme Eatz and will take place in the parking lot of the Coastal Community Credit Union along Craig Street. Aside from the dunk tank, Pacific Brimm owner Teresa Patterson said the first time event will see live music from Paul Laine (lead singer/guitarist of Dark Horse), a head shave of Ideal Images’ Bill McKinney and a raffle hosted by Oceanside RCMP. Harris Oceanside GMC’s Richard Stewart will emcee the evening. Patterson said proceeds will go towards Tour De Rock, an annual fundraising effort of the Canadian Cancer Society sponsored by Black Press which raises money for pediatric cancer research and programs for children with a history of cancer. The Tour de Rock team cycles from one end of Vancouver Island to the other, over 14 days, covering 1,000 kilometres. Additionally, 50 per cent of all sales from Pacific Brimm and Extreme Eatz will be donated to the cause. The Tour De Rock Fundraiser will take place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. tonight (July 31) in the parking lot of the Coastal Community Credit Union along Craig Street in Parksville. — Candace Wu LISSA ALEXANDER PHOTO

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Supply system stressed No filling pools, fountains or washing driveways allowed CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com

With no forecast of significant rainfall both Parksville and the Regional District of Nanaimo have upped their water restrictions another level. “This is a precautionary step to ensure adequate water supplies are in place well into the fall months,” said RDN water services manager Mike Donnelly. Level three restrictions ban the washing of driveways and sidewalks, the use of decorative fountains without re-circulated water and filling swimming pools, garden ponds, and fountains. Additionally, residents must use a hose equipped with a shutoff device for vehicle and boat washing. The new conditions allow for sprinkler watering from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on an every other day basis. Odd numbered addresses may water on odd numbered

days and even numbered addresses may water on even numbered days. Residents may water for up to one hour per period. Donnelly said Vancouver Island is currently rated by the province at drought level three meaning it is “very dry.” He said the stress on the existing water supply in combination with warm temperatures resulted in enforcing more stringent conditions on water. “Groundwater is replenished typically with winter precipitation (snow and rain) which is stored in aquifers that provide a supply of water to residents,” explained Donnelly. “Both in 2013 and to date in 2014 we have experienced a reduction in winter rainfall, reduced snowpack (60 per cent of normal this year) and a drier trend in general.” Water restrictions will remain in place until further notice. Despite increased regulations in Parksville and RDN areas, Qualicum Beach remains at water conservation level two, meaning nothing has changed for town residents. See CAMPFIRE BAN, page A6

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Kidfest hits Parksville Aug. 10

Annual event returns to Community Park where children will find a live stage with entertainment, roving acts, field activities, a bouncy farm, a bouncy horse race track and an inflatable Wipe Out challenge LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com

It will be a wildly fun day for children in Parksville’s Community Park Aug. 10. Kidfest is returning from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. that day with live stage entertainment, roving acts, and a slew of field activities including a bouncy farm for toddlers, a bouncy horse race track and an inflatable Wipe Out challenge game for older kids, among other entertainment. The roving acts include The Wizard and the Enchantress with juggling and balloon twisting, VestFire Entertainment with circus and magic, and Mad Science which will launch a rocket at around 1:30 p.m. “We’re focused on more of a variety show with the entertainers this year,” said Kidfest chair Heather Mahony. “So we’re not just focusing on music but trying to entertain all ages.” Renowned children’s entertainers The Kerplunks will be headlining the music stage. The three-time Juno nominated band has performed around Canada at music festivals, theatres and schools. The four-piece band plays a multitude of instruments, cranking out upbeat numThe event was going to bers which will get die and we wanted the whole family up to make sure that this family-orientated event and engaged. stayed alive Que Bola? Magic HEATHER MAHONY & Comedy will put on a grand show for spectators and Ian Johnstone will return with his songs and stories drawing on the imagination of everyone in the crowd. Popular local group Kumbana Marimba will also perform at Kidfest along with the Kidfest choir, the culmination of a kids summer singing camp. There will be over 20 community booths for children to check out and enjoy including the SOS which will have playdough, bubbles and tattoos and Tow-Skim where parents or kids can pull each other along the beach. “They are offering free tries and

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we’re excited about that, apparently it worked really well for Canada Day,” said Mahony. The majority of the day is free, including the community booths, the stage music and the roving entertainment, and for the field activities a wrist band for $5 will allow for unlimited play. Beachfest will be happening in conjunction with Kidfest in Community Park. Children at Kidfest have the opportunity to make their own castles in a competition and can sign

up for the Quality Foods Children’s Sandcastle Competition online or on the morning of the event. Although Kidfest nearly ended last year due to lack of volunteers, a group of mostly new members stepped up to take on the challenge and continue the long-standing event. “The event was going to die and we wanted to make sure that this family-oriented event stayed alive and really allowed people to celebrate being a family and having all of these things in one central area and

as low cost as possible,” said Mahony. A number of food vendors will be on-site at the event. There are a number of local businesses and organizations sponsoring parts of the event and more sponsors are still being requested to create some other free events for children. The Kidfest committee is encouraging people to leave all pets at home for the event. For more information visit www. kidfest.ca.

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“There are no signs from our water supply that anything like that (raising water restrictions) will be necessary,” said Bob Weir, Qualicum Beach director of engineering, utilities and airport. Qualicum Beach residents are allowed to water every day, with prohibitions from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. “Our basic rule is don’t water when the sun is up,” said Weir. “It spreads the demand out on our water system which is one of the biggest advantages — if you put anything on a time slot it’s hard on the system.” For more information on water restrictions in Parksville or the RDN visit: www.parksville. ca or www.rdn.bc.ca. Along with water restrictions, the hot weather is affecting fire bans and officials are predicting campfires will be banned for the August long weekend.

While there is currently no campfire ban in place, Coastal Fire Centre (CFC) fire information officer Marg Drysdale said “there is a high probability that there will be a campfire ban in place by Friday (Aug 1).” (Editor’s note: the ban was issued Wednesday afternoon and is in ewffect starting Friday.) Drysdale told The NEWS there have been 95 wildfires recorded in the coastal region which includes all of Vancouver Island since April 1. Drysdale said 72 of those fires have been human caused and 23 have been lightening caused. “These are higher numbers than last year,” she said. “But the ten year average to date is 121 fires so we’re below that at 95.” Drysdale said since the end of June, the number of wildfires increased dramatically. For more information or updates on wildfires in the region visit: www. bcwildfire.ca/aboutus/Organization/Coastal.

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Carol Dowe is trying to keep the pressure on government in her efforts to bring palliative care beds to the Parksville Qualicum Beach region. Island Health recently announced it would fund four beds in the region by 2016, and the Oceanside Division of Family Practice-led End of Life committee continues to work on the issue, but Dowe’s comments suggest she remains skeptical. “Because we have been working on this project for over 10 years with many promises, we feel to stay active until the beds are here,” Dowe wrote in e-mails this week to The NEWS. She said she is a member of an organization that’s been active since 2003, Oceanside Palliative Caregivers. “It is hard to keep the passion going for such a long period of time,” Dowe wrote. “But in my heart of hearts, I know we need this service here at Oceanside so greatly by the responses from the people and the stories they have told. My purpose for continuing on is to make this a better place to have our final days with our loved ones, nearby, and the services provided by Island Health to the homes, where caregivers are

hanging on, taking care of their loved ones.” Dowe said she would like to see this region get round-the-clock palliative care. “As fine an organization as Oceanside Hospice is, they are not equipped or qualified to provide nursing respite at nighttime for the caregiver in the home,” wrote Dowe. “We need help from Island Health to provide this service. Island Health says they have 24 hour nursing. What that entails is a telephone number to call in Vancouver to receive telephone advice. That is not the same as being “on call” in an emergency, and providing respite to the caregivers caring for loved ones. When your loved one is in acute pain, there needs to be a doctor or nurse “on call” available to come to the house immediately. Is that not the least Island Health can provide for us?” Dowe asked the Town of Qualicum Beach to host a town hall meeting on the subject, but she said she was referred to the End of Life committee. “This was done over a week ago, and we have not yet had a reply,” Dowe wrote on Tuesday. She also said she has thousands of names on a petition and plans to present that, along with letters, to MLA Michelle Stilwell in the fall when the Legislature resumes sitting.

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“I hope Fisheries are right when they say there is going to be a record number of sockeye returning to the Fraser River,” said Graves, who skeptically added “but it’s still a little early for us to determine.” Graves, a fishing guide of 20 years, said this is “one of the best seasons” he’s seen yet and it has a lot to do with new coho regulations. “For the first time in 20 years we can retain one wild coho (in addition to one hatchery coho),” he explains. “So that makes a big difference because we have a lot of wild coho.” In the past, he said fishermen were only allowed to retain two hatchery coho which have been historically scarce relative to the more

abundant wild coho. Graves added chinook fishing “has been overall better than in the last few years,” with many weighing in around 30 to 40 plus pounds. “It’s been a busy summer so far,” he said. “I’ve been very pleased with the return of coho and chinook — and the jury is still out on the sockeye.” Of course, the extraordinary angling season begs the question: why? “No one knows for sure but we can all speculate,” offered Graves. “We still have lean weeks and we have other weeks that are unbelievably good — but that’s fishing.”

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BIG WEEKEND FOR CAR SHOWS IN THE AREA

Shriners’ show hits Parksville beach on Sunday Weekend starts with Idlers’ show in Coombs on Saturday and more shows to come in two weeks AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com

The Ocean Idlers Blast from the Past is gearing up for this Saturday (Aug. 2) at the Coombs Fairgrounds, behind the Coombs General Store, not to be confused with the rodeo grounds further up

the road. The 18th annual show starts with breakfast at 8 a.m. and runs through the day, complete with a food concession, 50/50 draws and door prizes. It costs $15 to enter a car and spectators can enter by donation. The big 25th annual car show on Parksville Beach, under a new name as the Van Isle Shriners Show and Shine, is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday. The Parksville/Qualicum and Nanaimo Shrine clubs are taking over the long running event this year but still expect

hundreds of vehicles at the spectacular setting on the big grassy field on the beach. Sticking with tradition, the newly named show will feature a Saturday night cruise starting at A&W. The grounds open at 7 a.m., with a pancake breakfast from 7:30 to 11:30, and awards wrapping up around 3 p.m. Visit http://vanisleshrinersshowandshine. com/ for more information. The summer car show calendar continues two weeks later with two car related events August 17 with A&W restau-

rants across the country hosting their all-day, annual MS Cruisin’ for a Cause Charity Day with classic cars and in-store deals and fun events. The first Nanoose Show and Shine and Family Day will also be held that day, put on by the Mid Island Hot Rod Association at the giant Arbutus Meadows arena and grounds. Watch The NEWS for more on the event which is a fundraiser for the Nanoose Community Services, complete with vendors, an artisan market, swap meet, beer garden and live music.

‘Why not remain with a time-tested process?’ CONTINUED FROM PAGE A6

“The ERWS Management Board appears to have deviated from the conventional approach for some notoriety to differentiate the community from all others. But at what cost? Instead of reaping the potential benefits of having secure storage (in the aquifer) they are imposing user risks and costs which include higher pumping costs, double treatment of water and exposure to detrimental sub-soil chemicals. Is this a rational approach? Why not remain with a time tested process of water treatment and conventional storage of our potable water?” The city’s water licence was amended by Island Health in 2009 requiring con-

struction of a new intake and water treatment facility to meet future water needs and ensure a long-term potable water supply. In the city’s letter to various ministers, Burger stated: “It is not fiscally responsible for the city to undertake a project of this magnitude on its own, however not undertaking the project also has the potential for serious capacity, financial, legal and compliance issues which otherwise cannot be resolved. A delay in meeting the requirement for Englishman River surface water treatment will result in severe water restrictions or a boil water advisory in order to protect water consumers and make

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doing to attract new business and the expansion of existing businesses. ERWS project components include: • River water supply intake located and designed to protect aquatic habitat. • Water treatment plant and distribution system to meet Island Health’s drinking water quality standards. • New aquifer storage and recovery system to enable seasonal water supply demand to be balanced and river water extraction to be reduced through use of storage aquifer. • Phased design and construction to meet local needs and to achieve affordability.

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TOWN TIDINGS Theft from Vehicles: Fire Hall Ground-Breaking Ceremony A Reminder

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Please keep vehicle doors locked as summer months see a rise in thefts from vehicles.

Knotweed Eradication Program Earlier this spring, Council directed staff to prepare a strategy for the elimination of knotweed, including Town assistance for knotweed eradication on private property. The plant can cause major damage to foundations, concrete, pavement and leads to erosion in stream ways and potential destruction of fish habitats. Through discussion with the Coastal Invasive Species Committee (CISC) for advice on setting up such a program, staff were informed that CISC manages knotweed programs in other municipalities and has capacity to take on a program in Qualicum Beach. CISC has considerable experience in the eradication of knotweed and offers a comprehensive service. The proposed contract, approved by Council at their July 14 regular meeting, includes knotweed eradication on up to 30 sites, a weed hotline service, alert sheets, press releases, and disclaimers and authorization forms for work on private property. Residents seeking further information on knotweed are encouraged to access the brochure on the Town’s website (www.qualicumbeach.com) or pick up a copy at Town Hall.

Water Restrictions

From May 15 to September 15, the watering of lawns and gardens will only be permitted between the hours of 7 pm and 10 am daily. Hand watering is permitted any time.

Special Thanks The Town wishes to thank volunteers with Qualicum Beach Streamkeepers who are currently working with Town staff in creating a new fish habitat in Grandon Creek. Volunteers and staff are also working together on erosion control on the stream banks. For more information on this project, please visit the Streamkeepers site: www.qbstreamkeepers.ca

Town Council, the Hon. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, and MLA Michelle Stilwell led the ground-breaking ceremony last Friday at the new Fire Hall site: 150 Rupert Road. Mayor Teunis Westbroek said: “The Qualicum Beach Fire Hall has been on the ‘to-do’ list for some time, and we are very pleased to reach today’s milestone.”

On Thursday, July 24, 2014, Town Council and staff, honoured community volunteers at the Town of Qualicum Beach Volunteer Appreciation Reception held at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. Lola Cook, this year’s Above and Beyond Award recipient, was recognized for her work with Oceanside Community Response Network, Citizens on Patrol, PROBUS, and Oceanside RCMP Victim Services Society.

Qualicum Village Park Affordable Housing Redevelopment Project

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Mayor Teunis Westbroek, Town of Qualicum Beach; Dave Willie, Regional Director, Regional District of Nanaimo and Town Councillor; MLA Michelle Stilwell; Pat Weber, and Renate Sutherland of Kiwanis Village Housing Society, with resident Diane Lamonte, (second from right) perform the sod-turning of the new Qualicum Village Park for affordable housing on Friday, July 25th. Town of Qualicum Beach provided $168,000 in funding and waived $249,407 in development fees.

ADVANCE ELECTOR REGISTRATION

Are you eligible to vote at the November elections in Qualicum Beach? Is your name on the current list of electors? If you are not sure, you can find out by calling or visiting Town Hall located at #201-660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach or telephone 250.738.2198 or 250.738.2207. Town Hall is open from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays) until August 29, 2014. Regular office hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm resume on September 2, 2014 (excluding statutory holidays). Advance elector registrations will be accepted at the Town Hall until September 23, 2014. With the exception of registrations in conjunction with voting on advance voting days or general voting day, elector registrations will not be accepted during the period September 24, 2014 to November 15, 2014. All new elector registrations must either (a) produce to the election official at least 2 documents that provide evidence of the applicant’s identity and place of residence, at least one of which must contain the applicant’s signature, or (b) produce to the election official at least 2 documents that provide evidence of the applicant’s identity, at least one of which must contain the applicant’s signature, and make a solemn declaration as to the applicant’s place of residence within the meaning of section 52 of the Local Government Act. TOWN OF QUALICUM BEACH, 201 - 660 PRIMROSE STREET PO BOX 130, QUALICUM BEACH, BC 250.752.6921 • www.qualicumbeach.com

Mark your calendar! August 11 Regular Council Meeting August 13 Public Open House August 17 Oceanside Mile Swim August 23 100th Anniversary Train Station and Museum 30th Anniversary Celebrations Every Saturday 8:30am-Noon Qualicum Beach Farmer’s Market Thursday evenings July/August Qualicum Beach Uptown Summer Market Friday evenings June 27 – August 29 Qualicum Beach Artisans’ Market

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Letters WASTED MONEY It’s time for property taxes and I am so grateful that we finally have a fiscally responsible town council. In the previous 12 years, in my opinion, money was wasted over unnecessary items: • $1.6 million overrun on the ring road, most of it due to an unsubstantiated environmental issue (source: The NEWS, Nov. 28, 2006) • we purchased three electric cars costing us over $110,000 — one was re-sold, one doesn’t work and the other one is stored in the garage until the next parade. They are scheduled for replacement in the next 3 years. Amazing. (Source: the town’s investment plan summary of 2011). • In 2009, the town purchased a state-ofthe-art snow plow for $170,000 that would make Fort St. John proud and has stored it ever since. Great plan (source: The NEWS, 2009). • In 2012, we bought the old school bus garage for $1.5 million. In my opinion we paid at least $700,000 over the market price, had no plans for the property, it still needs to be cleaned up environmentally and has restricted zoning. What did we do? We made it into a parking lot with storage. Wise purchase? There are more examples of frivolous expenditures during those 12 years. It’s so easy to spend other people’s money and, in the case of the previous councils, that is certainly the case. Thank you to the present council for keeping unnecessary expenditures in check. DENYSE WIDDIFIELD Qualicum Beach

A CHALLENGE TO RUN I refer to Dave Bryan’s letter of July 10 regarding council’s tenure and remuneration. He states that one serves “as part of their civic duty” and “something you did for the community.” No arguments here. He further suggests that money and power goes to the heads of elected officials which in my opinion was certainly demonstrated by councillors Mary Brouilette, Bill Luchtmeijer and Dave Willie in their unprejudiced expensive junket to Niagara Falls the end of May, and more recently their unsuccessful attempt to amend the Regional District of Nanaimo Regional Growth Strategy Bylaw by fast tracking the minor amend-

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“We think there’s a demand for it and we think it will be full-up” ELLIOT FREEDMAN see story page A1

ment process. I happen to agree with Bryan that as Qualicum Beach has a population of only 8,500 “it is not a big city and we don’t need a full-time mayor or council.” However, I was unaware that we had one. I am assuming that to be consistent Bryan is no doubt of the view that we don’t require expensive retirement residential developments on rural and environmentally sensitive lands, either. I look forward to Bryan exercising his civic duty by standing for election to council this November and waving any remuneration, if elected. I believe the old expression is “putting your money where your mouth is.” FOX MCKINLEY Qualicum Beach

TIME FOR CHANGE Since the 1960s and 1970s when I attended the public school system starting at Stanford Elementary in Parksville (I still make claim to be educated at Stanford) and my children, having suffered through the politics of the B.C. public school system in the 2000s, the quality of public education here in B.C. has not improved or changed much over the last 40 years. Most young adults I talk to do not support the BCTF position and clearly want changes before their offspring are in the system. Like many voters in B.C., we are small business owners or work for small businesses and we just do not understand the outrageous demands from an equal working class that believe they are more important or entitled than the rest of us who have similar skills, experience and education. Most of us do not take home a teachers’ average salary of $72,000/year plus benefits. The average citizen pays all their own dental, prescriptions, medical, have no extra benefit coverage for our children and spouses and certainly no pension. Why is the BCTF too broke to pay its members strike pay and where is the money teachers paid into the strike fund over the last 30 years? This is the disconnect the general public is having with the BCTF position. We all voted in the last provincial election knowing this fight with the BCTF was inevitable. Now is the time to make the changes. Education needs to be managed at the

community level with a combination elected/appointed local school boards. All school properties need to be turned over to the municipalities they are situated in. Eighty-per-cent of school property taxes should be retained by the municipal jurisdictions with the balance used to subsidize lesser-populated areas of the province. I predict under such a system there would be huge savings, more autonomy, higher quality education suited to each community where special needs children without question become a first priority in line with other special needs citizens in the community. If we do not implement changes now at this crossroad the teachers union will eventually achieve their goal in gaining full control of your school system.

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TEUNIS WESTBROEK Mayor, Town of Qualicum Beach

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NOT DEBT-FREE

The letter of Russ Vinden (Private debt hurts, July 24) needs a little correction as Germany is not debt-free and is not funded by their own state bank. Germany and its countries have a debt of two trillion Euros. That means Euro 25,000 per capita, British Columbia has “only” $13,000 per capita. The funding of the debt in Germany took place by private investors and banks.

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WILFRIED G. WEBER Nanoose Bay

SELFISH SHELLFISHERS

One recent morning at 6 a.m. on Surfside Drive, Qualicum Beach, my husband went out to check on 10 people who all had buckets looking for shellfish. They did have licences, but when they saw him coming, they dumped a bunch of oysters, saying they did realize that they had too many. At 9 a.m. the same day there were 15 people on the beach, out there with buckets. My husband left our house on other business, but I didn’t think it would be good for me to go out and check. Our beach has lost a huge amount of shellfish (oysters and clams) due to people taking more than their fair share. With the DFO not so available, what can one do? SUSAN ERICKSON Qualicum Beach See MORE LETTERS, page A13

CHRIS BURGER Mayor, City of Parksville City Hall office: 250-954-4661 e-mail: chrisburger@ parksville.ca

JOE STANHOPE Chairman, Regional District of Nanaimo 250-390-4111 e-mail: corpsrv@ rdn.bc.ca

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VIEWS IN THE NEWS We asked:

Would you rather see rail cars or pipelines carry petroleum products from Alberta to the B.C. Coast?

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I would say rail. ALAIN BELANGER Lasqueti Island

I would say rail as long as it is using clean transportation, LAUREL JOHNSON like electric. Union Bay ANDREW HERMANUTZ

I just don’t want it in the ocean.

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OVER CAPACITY PLAN Now is a good time for Parksville residents to look ahead to the referendum question asking us to approve borrowing a great deal of money for the construction of the water treatment plant due for completion in 2016. The referendum may be held in conjunction with the civic election on November 15 or it may come later if promises of monetary support from the federal and provincial governments are not forthcoming by August 5. We know building the water treatment plant is Island Health’s requirement to ensure the safety of our drinking water, no argument there. But I’d like to know why the treatment plant is designed to produce a far greater volume of water than is forecast to be needed by Parksville and Nanoose even by 2050? And why taxpayers are being asked to foot the bill now for the 48ML/d (mega liters per day) capacity that may or may not ever be needed? That’s four times the 12ML/d we currently use for our combined population of 17,000. An interesting question to ask the four board members of the Englishman River Water Service (Mayor Chris Burger and Coun. Marc Lefevbre representing Parksville and Joe Stanhope and George Holme with the RDN) as well as city council is: why propose a water treatment plant that far exceeds the capacity we are projected to need? Indeed, if the groundwater from our well fields (the ERWS has for some reason left groundwater out of their calculations) is taken into consideration, we will require less than 16ML/d. Why not build the treatment plant in modules, adding capacity only if required and paid for at that time? Providing a water treatment plant that is both functional and practical is the duty of our local governments. They’ve known since 2009 they needed to build it and they still haven’t got it right. Hopefully they will by referendum day. VALERIE DARE Parksville

A HIDDEN AGENDA? Recent revelations relating to the precarious Parksville water supply sinkhole should be give some well pumped clarification. Solutions relating to the supply of safe and sustain-

able supply of water for Parksville and area were trickling in to the decision makers more than 20 years ago. It was obvious at that time that significant improvements to both groundwater and surface supplies were needed for the population’s health and security. Fortunately, we live in an area with abundant precipitation; one day of heavy rain in the watersheds above the residential areas could supply the annual domestic needs for the entire population. This abundance of clean fresh water is at elevations up to 1,600 meters, and less than 25 kilometers distance from consumers, which is an incredible advantage. It provides many possibilities for sustainable water supply systems, without the high costs of electricity for pumping, extensive water treatment and storage. The current scenario that the Englishman River Water Service (ERWS) and the Arrowsmith Water Service (AWS) boiled up behind closed doors should be given a transparent and independent audit and review. The optics are as clear as the murky water that is proposed to be pumped uphill from the lower reaches of the Englishman River, into the multi-million dollar treatment plant. Could there be some other hidden agenda? Why have millions of taxpayers’ dollars already been poured into a scheme that would pump millions of dollars worth of treated water into the ground? Perhaps a think tank could be formed to siphon some well established water supply strategies to offer as alternatives. I suggest it is time for those people who are paying the piper, to ask; what exactly is the tune that you are trying to play? TREVOR WICKS Qualicum Beach

REMEMBER COLLEGE INN If nothing else, School District 69 Supt. Rollie Koop has immense chutzpah to associate the district with the proposed international school. The thinking that if you build it, students will come and drop $35K for a cross-Canada educational junket while subsidizing Canadian kids’ fare ($1,500) on the same grand tour is brave thinking indeed. The assumption being that the foreign students’ parents won’t question this cost difference is based on what? Our sunny

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climate, our small town atmosphere, our distance from large urban centres? But wait, the district is supposedly only on the hook for leasing out vacant school property and some staff time. How much staff time will be required of the new international student administrator the district recently appointed to manage this relationship? What about the extra time the classroom teachers will need to spend with the additional ESL students? Is some of the cost/ tuition difference covering this, or does this margin belong to the investors? At a recent Rotary meeting, ISEF director Jonathon Reynolds made a presentation. Unfortunately, the presentation was not very informative regarding business structures, market readiness, competition — basic business plan preparedness. Perhaps we should be immensely grateful SD 69 is only paying for the coordinator and the extra burden of more ESL students with no extra assistance. We can only hope that SD 69’s losses are minimal should this adventure continue. Better yet would be to truly understand the business risks and leave the real possibility of losing money and resources to investors who are better able to afford it than SD69. For those who don’t remember or know, in the mid 1990s a very similar project began and failed utterly at the Qualicum College Inn. GORDON SVENSON Parksville

RAIL BOONDOGGLE It looks like we in the Nanaimo hinterland are beating our heads against a brick wall of bureaucratic stupidity. I am willing to bet, if this railway thing really gets going, that we will be asked to come up with more than the $20 million currently estimated. And for what? What leads these people to think the revamped setup will be any more popular than the previous arrangement. I have seen the train go past with less than 5 people on board. I e-mailed the federal department responsible for contributing to this boondoggle and urged them to refuse. Obviously, in vain. I hope our RDN reps will continue to oppose this nonsense. ROD SHARPE Qualicum Beach

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STILL UNDER INVESTIGATION: Qualicum Beach Fire Department was called out to a structure fire on Savary Drive in Hermitage Park at 9 p.m. Tuesday. Crews arrived on scene to find smoke coming from a attached two car garage. Fire crews cut through the outer garage doors and made entry into the structure, extinguishing the fire located at the rear of the garage. The fire was contained to the garage with what appears to be minor smoke damage to the residence. One fire engine from Parksville was called in to assist with the fire. There were no injuries reported and crews were cleaned up by 11:30 p.m. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

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A ban on issuing loyalty reward points and other incentives on prescription drug purchases has been struck down in B.C. Supreme Court. It’s a victory for major grocery store chains that filed the court challenge as well as point-collecting shoppers and a defeat for the College of Pharmacists of B.C., which imposed the ban. The college had argued loyalty points are a powerful lure that can alter some shoppers’ buying habits and potentially harm their health.

It suggested some patients may go without their medicine until they can fill a prescription on a day when a loyalty point bonus is offered. College officials also argued insured patients who don’t pay out of pocket might keep refilling a prescription after they no longer need it just to collect more points and the unneeded drugs may be abused or diverted to the illegal drug trade. But Justice Christopher Hinkson ruling found the college’s bylaws blocking all incentives were “unreasonable” and too broad. “Their net effect is harmful to the public interest in obtaining pharmacy services and prescriptions at the lowest price,” his ruling says. Hinkson said the claims of pharmacy college board directors defied

common sense. “The concern that customers will overspend on their drug and device needs in order to collect the rewards offered is illogical,” he found. “The cost of the drugs or devices to customers will invariably exceed the value of the rewards offered.” The judge noted the ruling doesn’t stop the college from drafting a new bylaw to more reasonably address its concerns. The College of Pharmacists of B.C. said it has made no decisions on what steps it might take next. The court challenge was filed by companies that operate Canada Safeway and Thrifty Foods. The ban also lost in the court of public opinion — the college received 14,000 emails mostly opposing the ban.

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Raising children comes with a steep learning curve and parents are always trying to do “what’s best.” Now, evidence is emerging that what many use to clean up kids – from diapering little bottoms to wiping sticky faces and fingers – Allison Fee may be at the root of some mysterious rashes. A Pharmacist preservative frequently used in “wet wipes” seems to be inducing an allergic reaction that resolves once /Manager the wipes are discontinued. If you are stymied by just such an issue, try dropping the wipes! Breast is best! Evidence? A long-term study recently published found a link between breastfeeding and higher scores in cognition, language and motor development. It showed that any amount of breastfeeding lead to improvement, but the best results were obtained when infants were breastfed 6 months or more. Researchers noted, however, that they were disappointed in overall breastfeeding rates; only 30% of mothers were still breastfeeding at 4 months. Infant colic is a frustrating condition that can leave parents at their wit’s end and seems to be related to gastro-intestinal distress. In Italy, probiotics are being studied as a means to prevent colic, as well as regurgitation and constipation. They have obtained some positive results with a specific probiotic administered as drops during the first 3 months of life. Once colic has established, however, there does not seem to be any benefit. Promising research. Raising a family can be a complicated endeavour in these times, but talking to our pharmacists can help you wade through the information and extract the information that is sound – and helpful!

Adult vaccination rates are below recommendations, placing many at risk of preventable illness. About 2/3 of adults are protected from tetanus, but only 12% & 35% (respectively) are vaccinated for hepatitis A and B. Pneumococcus can damage the heart and lungs in seniors, but 40% are still unprotected – and only 20% have had a shot for shingles. Call us about getting your vaccinations up-to-date.

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A dance held at the Beach Club Resort recently raised $3,000 for homeless people in this area thanks to dozens of local businesses and the vision of one woman. Patricia Plunkett organized the event, which will benefit the Oceanside Task Force on Homelessness, and she was delighted by the response she got. “It was great, everyone had a fun time dancing and the place was full,” said Plunkett. Eighty local businesses contributed silent auction items to the event, the Beach Club donated the space and duo Michael and Els Schutte volunteered their talent as the entertainment. About 100 people attended the dance and many people were already asking about tickets for next year, Plunkett said, which she has already begun planning. The money raised this year will be spent on housing initiatives for people in this area, said Sarah Poole, homeless co-ordinator with the task force. Plunkett is holding her third annual garage sale to raise money for the homeless and less fortunate at her home at 560 Eaglecrest Drive on Friday, August 8 and Sunday, Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If people have any saleable items to donate they can drop them off to Plunkett, but please call her first at 250-752-3494. Plunkett is also looking to hold dances on a regular basis with proceeds benefiting the homeless, and is looking for bands willing to volunteer their time. Call her on the number above for more information.

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From left, Violet Hayes, executive director at the Island Crises Care Society, accepted a cheque on behalf of the Oceanside Task Force on Homelessness, from a dance organized by Patricia Plunkett, right, at Hirst House in Parksville on Thursday.

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Piecing together a history in paper Qualicum Beach artist creates whimsical paper collages and has published a children’s book LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com

When Debbie Goodman decided to try her hand at paper collage she had no idea what a strong personal connection she had to the art form. The wildlife artist and nature writer creates intricate and eye-catching collages using pieces of coloured and patterned paper. She has also published a children’s book called Wild Observations. The Qualicum Beach artist grew up in Colorado and was the only child of immigrant parents, both holocaust survivors. A young jewish teenager in Nazi Germany, her father wasn’t allowed to stay in school and was instead an apprentice in a stationary factory, working with paper products. He was also an avid stamp collector, so when he fled with 50,000 other German Jews to Shanghai, he sold his stamp collection so he and his family could eat. “So paper gives me this really cool connection to that side of my family history,” said Goodman. Her mother’s family were Polish Jews and were forced to live in the Warsaw Ghetto. Her grandmother was a talented seamstress and in turn taught her mother, she explained. “The reason my mother didn’t go to the gas chambers is because she could sew,” said Goodman, adding that the Nazis took young, strong Jewish people who had a skill and put them to work in factories. “So she was sewing fur coats for German officers at the Russian front.” Her mother went on to take up quilting and stained glass work, which all have a similar design application to Goodman’s process with paper, she said. Although Goodman always loved the arts growing up in the United States, her parents weren’t thrilled at the prospect of her becoming an artist, so instead she went into chemical engineering. She worked as an engineer in the oil industry in California and Utah but continued to take art classes on the side. Along with her love for art, Goodman has always had a deep love for animals, wildlife and conservation, and by the early ‘90s she decided to go back to university for art in Utah while also working as a legislative lobbyist. During this time she was also a volunteer naturalist for children at a nature education centre. In school she took all the fundamental art classes like painting and drawing while specializing in ceramics. In 1998 she was married and made her way over to Vancouver Island during a spontaneous detour from her honeymoon. This planted the seed for her and husband’s move to the area, which took place in 2009. It was

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In 1989 The Wealthy Barber (David Chilton) told readers “to look for (mutual) funds with a long-term track record; to make sure that the team who created the success was still running the show; to emphasize consistency by looking for funds that did well in both bear and bull markets; and to stay away from fad funds, focusing instead on value-oriented, disciplined management teams.” Now that nearly 25 years have passed, let’s have a look and see how this approach has worked out. Not so well, I’m afraid.

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Still it’s a popular strategy to use past performance as an emotional button when promoting mutual funds. But as hopeful investors flock to the successful funds, cash levels grow, often at the most inopportune times: when markets are high. This forces the fund manager to make a choice: buy high, or sit on cash and wait for opportunities. Waiting can be costly though, as market timing frequently backfires, not to mention the fact that idle cash in a mutual fund is still subject to fees.

It is no secret that mutual funds are having a tough go of it lately, as a growing number of commentators, advisors, and investors look for alternatives. Exchange-traded funds, for example, have grown in popularity in recent years with their promise of near market-matching returns. Indeed the Wealthy Barber makes a case for these in his 2011 book The Wealthy Barber Returns. But ironically proponents of exchange-traded funds often still use past performance to make their case. It can be a compelling case, depending of course on which numbers you look at. According to Morningstar, over a 10 year period only 14 Canadian mutual funds have outperformed the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (symbol XIU). However, let’s look at what has happened since 2011 -- a period during which the Canadian stock market has averaged only 4.36% (based on 3-year returns to November 30, 2013). By having the flexibility to underweight the weaker sectors, the number of Canadian equity funds that have bested the XIU has grown from 14 to over 200, with 57 of these actually doubling the XIU.

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on all models. Not to mention, it displays all the vital stats that you’ll need when driving. Combined with physical buttons – for those who don’t like to control everything by a screen – its evolutionary changes certainly help its cause. A lot. But the heart of the Challenger lies underneath its sheet metal – the curves and edges that were inspired by the ’71 Challenger. When it comes to engine choices, you’re not without options. There are four.

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selling 462 LEAFs and Tesla moving 290 Model S cars. The Smart Full Electric Drive comes in fourth with 163 cars sold and in its first month of sales (June) the BMW i3 looks good with 50 units sold.

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What many people don’t realize is the complexity of the electric car market. I look at it this way, if the car can be plugged into an outlet; it is at least partially electrified. There are pure electric cars like the Nissan LEAF, Tesla Model S, Smart Electric, Mitsubishi i-MiEV and BMW’s new The Market i3 – all of these use just electricity to Green Car Report recently pubpropel the car. Then there are electric lished a sales report on all eleccars that have an onboard generator, trics sold in Canada for the first six should the range of the electric pack months of the year. The list of vehilimit driver’s intentions. The Chevy cles sold is compiled from compa- Zack Spencer Volt, Cadillac ELR, the Toyota Prius nies’ self-reporting but Ford’s data is missing. This Green Car Report estimates that Ford’s Plug-In and the BMW i3 are, or can be equipped, numbers will push overall electric sales to 2,200 for with a gasoline engine to either drive the wheels or the first half of the year, a 50 percent improvement charge the battery. This is one area where the Chevy over a year ago. What we do get is a good snapshot Volt wins. With roughly a 65 km range on pure elecof the market. With only 1,941 electrics officially tricity and a small generator on board to extend the counted, amounts to only 0.21 percent of the overall range indefinitely, this car makes a lot of sense. This Canadian marketplace. (Canadians are on track to is why the BMW i3 has an optional generator for buy almost 1.7 million vehicles this year) So these $3,000 to extend the range of that model. But if the are tiny but important numbers and the trend is buyer chooses this option, the range of pure elechigher. The clear winner isn’t the Tesla at all; in fact tric drive is limited because of the added weight of it is in third place behind the Chevy Volt and Nissan LEAF. Chevy sold 831 Volts up to July with Nissan

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Three remarkable artists are exhibiting their work in pastel, glass and ceramics at the McMillan Arts Centre throughout the month of August and the opening reception is taking place tonight. Celebrated Canadian pastel artist Joan Larson will exhibit her paintings surrounding her visit to the remote and romantic, Sable Island. The island is located 300 km southeast of mainland Nova Scotia and is home to a number of wild horses. Larson, who lives in Errington, first visited the sand bar island in 2009, after she was granted permission by the Canadian Coast Guard. She returned last summer, and while her trip was only scheduled for four days, heavy fog, wind and rain prolonged her trip by an extra four days. “This time instead of getting delayed going to the island I got delayed leaving the island, which gee, that was too bad,” she joked. The extra time allowed her to relax and get into the rhythm of the island, she said. “When you’re there it’s just so blissfully peaceful,” she said, “because you’re so far away from everything…I was right in my element.” Access to island has to be granted by the Coast Guard and visitors have to make their own transportation arrangements to and from the island, as well as bring all their own supplies. At the McMillan Arts Centre Larson will be exhibiting 21 paintings, 10 new and 11 from her previous trip, along with some photographs she took on the Island. Larson will be at the opening reception on Thursday, July 31 form 7 to 9 p.m. where the public can meet her and the other artists and enjoy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments. Larson will also share her stories during a presentation called Wild Horses of Sable Island Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the MAC where light refreshments will be served. Robert Held will also be at the reception tonight as he is exhibiting his glasswork, ranging from classic to contemporary pieces. Held ran Canada’s largest hot-glass studio and gallery in Kitsilano for many years before opening his new studio in Parksville. There he is working on one-of-a-

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

• • • •

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Brenda Nicolls*

381 BANKS AVENUE

Solid 3 bedroom, 2 bath home Oak floors, lots of updates 2 garages, extra large backyard Walk to everything location

$329,900

• • • •

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852 EDGEWARE AVENUE

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

$309,000

Ian Mackay

1190 COURTNEY • • • •

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

• • • •

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

$799,000

Anne Sperling

312-200 CORFIELD (SURFSIDE) • • • •

• • • •

5.6 acres, 163’ along the ocean 1589 sq ft rancher, 2nd home allowed Private sanctuary near Milner Gardens Stunning ocean and mountain views

2005 40 ft. 1 bed 1 bath Woodland Park park model Comfy 10x12 ft. sunroom with views from everywhere Easy care landscaping & spectacular waterfront location Unit fully furnished and ready to go

$109,900

Tom Dodds

• • • •

318 PARKVIEW AVE, PARKSVILLE

900 QUALICUM ROAD

Private 4.99 acres in Qualicum Beach Updated 1,735 square foot rancher Minutes from golfing and Qualicum Village Seller will consider a trade

$529,000

• • • •

Lorraine Petersen

427 TRIO LANE, QUALICUM BEACH • • • •

Solid 1,325 sqft rancher Walking distance to town Very private backyard 2 bed 2 bath

$315,000

Erica Kavanaugh

Edgy, sophisticated 1700 sq ft on 3 floors Energy efficient, Insulated Concrete Form Private, low maintenance .27 ac close to town 20 x 14 shop w/100 amp service & 220v outlet

$475,000

Brenda Nicolls*

3568 GOODRICH ROAD

$549,000

Louise Roy

525 CHESTER ROAD • • • •

250 RUPERT E. ROAD

3,300 sqft., including 700 sqft. suite 0.98 of an acre Close to town centre Quality finishes throughout

$749,000

875 CAVIN ROAD

Ian Mackay $898,000

E NE

241 - 330 DOGWOOD STREET • 2 bed, 2baths, at Shoreline • Total makeover, overlooks pond • End unit, steps to sandy beach • You will love the updates

$318,000

kevin clayton

E NE

#3 120 FINHOLM, PARKSVILLE

$149,900

202A-181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE

Jim/Margo Hoffman

• • • •

Incredible ocean views, across from beach Light, bright, and open concept Gardener’s paradise, RV parking 2,250 sqft., 3 beds, 2 baths

$548,000

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

Aaron Nicklen

$29,900

$448,000

$449,500 John Barnum

651 SANDERSON ROAD

• • • •

Private 1.95 acre estate 150 feet of waterfront 500 foot paved drive 3 bay, 1,700 sqft. shop

$888,000

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657 TURNER ROAD

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2568 ANDOVER ROAD

• 3 bed/2 bath 1077 sf rancher • .56 ac in PV, walkable to all amenities • Lovely treed parcel backs to estuary

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

• • • •

$254,900

$459,000

$499,900

Jill Tuggle

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

Aaron Nicklen*

SOLD

3180 ISLAND W. HIGHWAY

• • • •

Qualicum Woods Westcoast renovated beauty 2146 sq ft on 3 levels with 4 beds/3 baths Gorgeous outdoor garden & deck areas Detached studio/workshop

Sue Tompkins

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

Jill Tuggle

• • • •

• .67 acre waterfront estate property • 1750 sq ft rancher, 3 bed, 2bath • Skylights, vaulted ceilings • Separate shop, stairs to the beach

642 BEACH TERRACE

Character home at the beach Upgrades: floors, roof, windows & more Detached garage & studio in back 1,679 sqft., 4 beds, 2 baths

Aaron Nicklen*

• • • •

217 HAMILTON AVENUE

1658 GRANITE ROAD

Custom built, 1876 sq ft rancher 2 beds, sep. den, 9’ ceilings Parklike 1/2 acre, crawlspace Sep. shop/workshop,Madrona Heights

$629,900

kevin clayton

• • • •

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

$400,000

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Personal Real Estate Corporation

VANCOUVER ISLAND

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NEW LISTING $264,900

NEW LISTING $259,900

• 2 bed/2 bath 1574 sq.ft • 45ft cedar deck featuring mountain & forest views • RV parking, located on private lane • Light bright and airy MLS# 378512

• 2x 2bed/1bath duplex on 1.23acre • Zoning allows 2 homes on property • Excellent revenue potential

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED $289,700

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

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

• 5.19 acres w/ ocean views • Cleared building site • 5 GPM drilled well and power • Fully lockable 12’x12’x 24’ storage unit MLS# 361710

CUTE AS A BUTTON $199,900

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

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

MLS# 373360

INVESTMENT OR STARTER $211,900

• 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# 366035

E UC

• Fully serviced RV lot • Use of waterfront clubhouse • Short stroll to the beach

PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS $194,900

MLS# 376571

MLS# 375109

MLS# 374773

EAGLEWOOD BEAUTY $559,900

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• 1.17 acre riverfront lot • 1500 sq.Ft. Footings in place • Located in quiet area of Little Qualicum River Village

55+ PARK $34,900

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BEAUTIFUL VIEWS $64,900

FAMILY FRIENDLY PARK $149,900

• 1540 sq.ft./ 3 bed./ 2 full bath • 10x15 sunroom / 10x10 workshop • Fully fenced backyard, beautifully landscaped • Family friendly park MLS# 377863

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

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• 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

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• 2930 sq. ft. mountain view home • 3 bdrms, 4 bthrms • Fully developed, unauthorized inlaw suite w/sep. entrance, hydro & septic • Detached 28’ x 26’ work shop • 2.5 acre property MLS # 374666

• 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 MLS # 376228

1670 Meadowood $648,000

• 3 bedrooms, 1572 sq. ft. 2 story • Low maintenance yard • Beautiful southern exposure MLS # 368060

1680 Peligren Place $298,000

Recreational Riverfront Lot $45,000

• 360 degree ocean & mountains view • 4,600 Sq. ft 4 BR 3 bathrooms plus • One BR suite MLS # 370244

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

1785 Warn Way $414,000

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

5 ACRES - Little Qualicum $174,900

18 Acre River Front $238,900

River Front Acreage

DBM Realty’s Dave Bryan, left, and Jamie Larson recently hosted a grand opening of the company’s new Home Lab on Fourth Avenue in Qualicum Beach. The facility is set up with the latest in technology and comfort for DBM’s customers. DBM has been doing business in the area since 1990. Dave Bryan has been a licensed realtor in B.C. since 1978. Jamie Larson was born and raised in Qualicum Beach and is the fourth generation of his family to work in real estate and development.

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$230,000

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$399,000

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281 Buller Rd.

$539,000

Monday

1-4 pm

Mark Andreasen, Royal LePage

• Recently Fully Renovated • Fenced with RV/boat Parking • Popular Eaglecrest Community

Ron Mehan, Re/Max First Joanne Ferreiro, Coast Nancy Bolch, Re/Max Anchor

Remarkable walk-on waterfront complex in Qualicum Beach Spectacular sunrises & sunsets. Completely renovated deluxe unit. Slate floors, SS appliances, marble counters in bath & more Vaulted ceilings, eating area, living rm, kitchen, private loft bedrm, Use as weekend getaway, holiday home w/option of a rental pool. Anchor Realty

113 W. 2nd Ave

1-4 pm

Radcliffe Development

5-405 Craig St.

Saturday

2-4 pm

Tricia Fletcher, Royal LePage

823 Lakes Blvd.

$325,000

Saturday

2:30-4:30 pm

Ron Mehan, Re/Max First

140 Butler Ave.

$399,900

Sat., Sun.

1-3 pm

Vivien Sears, Re/Max First

911 Terrien Way

$529,900

Sat., Sun.

1-4 pm

Susan Pio, Royal LePage

from $335,000

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$492,000

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500 Corfield St. “Creekside” 1260 Saltspring Pl.

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$480,000

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823 Lakes Blvd, French Creek

• St. Andrews LaneOn the Pond • Sunningdale model with loft • Pristine condition MLS# 376468

325,000

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539,000

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529,900

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

399,900

• Lovely open plan renovated home on half acre private and pretty.

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• 2050 sqft 3 bed brand new main-level entry just steps to the beach • Covered verandah w/ocean views, deck w/west exposure, .18 acre Hosted by: Mark Andreasen

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3974 BOVANIS ROAD

• 4 months of free pad rental included • Best location at the end of the park beside a lovely treed area & is very private • 2 bdrms, 2 full baths, soaker tub, open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, oak cabinets • 18’ x 11’, private, covered sundeck, 12’x 8’ shed for garden tools or bikes

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Spacious, updated, 4 Bedroom, 4 bath, 2256 sq. ft rancher Updates: windows, addition, plumbing, wood stove, etc South facing back yard w/large patio, fruit trees RV parking There is a 34’ x 24’ shop w/full mezzanine and 11’ ceilings Triple carport perfect for over height vehicles & a double garage

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Executive home on quiet cul-de-sac in Morningstar area 2543 sq. ft. 3 full bathrooms, 4 bedrooms & family room Large kitchen with island, stainless steel appliances Open floor plan, living room with vaulted ceiling, gas FP Walter Allen custom built home

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Beautiful ocean view condo on the amazing Rathtrevor Beach Tanglewood, the ultimate, luxurious vacation home, Vaulted ceilings, hardwd flrs, granite counters & fabulous bathrms. Relax around the fireplace in the privacy of your all season retreat. These homes offer quiet, low density living in a natural setting

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 Updates: kitchen & counter tops, pot lamps, vinyl windows Laminate flooring & tile in entry. Fenced & landscaped yard

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Custom 3 bdrm home. kitchen w/island & pantry, vault in lvgrm Main bath w/separate shower, soaker tub, glass block, full ensuite Woodstove, den, 2 full baths. Separate cottage w/full bathrm, RV dump Private covered patio, 16’x10’ deck & beautifully landscaped yard Storage shed, wood shed & lots of RV & boat parking, alarm system

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Quality, 1839 sq. ft., 3 bedrm rancher, heated crawl, fenced backyard Maple kitchen, SS appliances, Russian oak hardwood & bamboo flooring Living rm w/gas fireplace w/river rock face, Hunter Douglas blinds Luxurious ensuite w/soaker tub & separate shower. BI vacuum Heat pump, HRV system, BI vacuum, sani dump & power for RV pad

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5.86 beautiful acres with lovely fence pasture area 2 large homes, mobile home and carriage home Includes a 20’ x 22’ workshop/garage There is also a 16’ x 16’ detached garage Great investment property or for extended family

868 GAETJEN STREET

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Lovingly updated 3 bedrm 2 bath home, high end laminate flooring Custom solid maple gourmet kitchen, granite counters, SS appliances, High end laminate flooring, new light fixtures throughout Tile floor, 2 pantries w/pull outs. WI closet w/built in cherry shelving Parklike, mature landscaped lot w/RV & boat parking. garden shed

• “PEACE, QUIET, AND PRIVACY” - Great Value! • 3 bed 2 bath 1600 s ft Rancher (built 2004) on 2.6 acres • Lots of useable space and parking • Steps to spectacular Qualicum Falls Park

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Surrounded by Qualicum Beach Mayor and council, Lola Cook poses with her Above and Beyond Award. Cook was recognized for her volunteer work in the community along with several other community helpers at a volunteer appreciation reception held at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre July 24.

Cook goes above and beyond Community volunteers honoured at town’s appreciation reception held Thursday Qualicum Beach honoured Lola Cook with the 2014 Above and Beyond Volunteer Award for her tireless efforts with a long list of local groups. Town council and staff honoured community volunteers at their annual volunteer appreciation reception held at civic centre Thursday. “Volunteerism is symbolic of everything that makes Qualicum Beach the great community it is, and will continue to be,” said Mayor Teunis Westbroek in a news release. “The community is so fortunate to have volunteers who see a need and then have the commitment and dedication to try and meet it. The role of local government is to act as a facilita-

tor and supporter to enable volunteerism," Westbroek added. Cook was chosen by council from a list of volunteers nominated by the public and council She was recognized for her work with Oceanside Community Response Network, Citizens on Patrol, PROBUS and the Oceanside RCMP Victim Services Society. Those who nominated her cited the quiet and selfless manner she displayed, along with her leadership capabilities. Council recognized the community benefits from volunteer efforts including those appointed by council to committees, commissions and boards, and volunteers nominated by non-profit

and special event groups. This year's honoured groups and individuals are listed in the town hall foyer, with the Above and Beyond Volunteer Award plaque. The Communities in Bloom Street Style Awards were nominated and presented by town staff, with Olga and Kenneth Richardson receiving first place, Garfield and Usula Buchanan getting second, with third going to Longevity Medical Aesthetics. Nanaimo Alberni MP James Lunney closed the ceremony by thanking everyone present for their contributions as volunteers. — Submitted by the Town of Qualicum Beach

Funny business for the family Magic show at Parksville library The Parksville Library invites everyone to their Summer Reading Club Magic Show Finale and Medal Ceremony. Celebrate a fun summer of reading with Kelowna magician Leif David's Funny Business Magic Show. Enjoy fun for the whole family with magic, comedy and audience participation. The show will be followed by a medal ceremony to recognize participants of the Summer Reading Club Things kick off at 2 p.m., Saturday, August 23 at the Parksville Library, 100 Jensen Avenue. —Submitted by Parksville Library

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Deb Luce trimmed and then shaved Patty Arnold’s head at Oceanside Hospice’s Valhalla House in Qualicum Beach Friday, aiding her effort to raise money for the organization that has been a big support to her.

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HUMOUR COLUMN

One game changes the history of hockey Smit recounts when his professional hockey career slipped away from him, thanks to a Dutch player It’s hard to believe but it’s only a little over a month until NHL training camps open again. I get a little pang this time of year. Because, when I was little, I always believed I was destined to play centre for the Toronto Maple Leafs. But that all changed when I was twelve. My dad made friends with a couple from Holland who had a son my age named Donald. Donald was learning to speak English and wanted to play Canadian sports. Naturally, dad thought I’d be the perfect choice to get him involved in hockey. In our first meeting I happily explained the finer points of the game. “Canadian hockey is the best hockey in the world,” I bragged. He smiled and said something about the Russians and Swedes being pretty good too. “Poor simpleton,” I thought. Imagine believing that Europeans could play hockey as well as Canadians? It was laughable. Being a magnanimous kid, I invited him over to the backyard rink for a few lessons but he declined. His dad had paid for a week of hockey camp so we arranged a visit after he got back. “Never mind,” I thought. “I’ll skate circles around him.”

After all, he was from Holland and I was a Canadian with twelve years experience. We got together a week later for some one-on-one. I resolved to take it easy on him and gave him the first rush. He took the puck in his own end and started skating tentatively to centre. No problem, I’d just poke check him and take it down and score. As he reached centre ice, he suddenly shifted his weight - I didn’t even see his feet move – and was instantly around me scoring into the empty net. As Howie Meeker used to By Ray Smit say, “He went around me like a hoop around a barrel.” That wasn’t right! I was a Canadian and a Leafs fan to boot! Then I remembered what I’d read in Punch Imlach’s book about the game: Hockey is a battle. So, I resolved to stop being Mr. Nice Guy. This time when he came up the ice, I was going to keep my eyes on his jersey not his feet and stop him dead in his tracks. He took the puck from his own end, but not nearly as gingerly this time. In fact within about two strides he was already going so fast he had a tail wind.

He feinted left and then pulled right. I desperately tried to keep my eyes on the front of his jersey. A second later I was looking at the back of it as he nonchalantly tapped the puck into the net and smiled. “Hey,” I thought, “there’s no reason to be sarcastic.” No matter. I wasn’t a defenseman anyway. I was a forward. “Let’s find out what he can do with my cannonading slap shots and blistering backhands,” I vowed. I took the puck from my end and skated with all my strength to centre. I wound up for the greatest slap shot in the history of backyard rinks. Yes, it was a shot that would be heard ‘around the world’ and especially in stupid Holland. Then I’d knock him flat on his butt for good measure. I pulled my stick back and swung with all my might. Unfortunately, the only thing I connected with was air. And the only person flat on their butt was me. As I was picking myself up off the ice, Donald deftly deposited the puck in my net. Being a perfect gentleman I said the

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only thing a sportsman could. “Get off my rink, stupid head!” Well, it’s what I might have said if his dad and mine hadn’t come out to watch. I lost 10-0. His dad was thrilled. Unbelievably, if anything, my dad seemed even more pleased than his. “Well I guess I won’t have to get up for any more 6 a.m. practices!” Dad was true to his word. He stopped taking me to practices and games. Feeling my career slipping away I gave it one last desperate try, “Dad, could you send me to hockey camp?” “Camp?” he replied. “You don’t even like sleeping in a tent. No camping!” And that was it, the end of what could have been an illustrious and storied hockey career. As for my arch-nemesis Donald, his family moved back to Holland a couple of years later. I doubt if he ever realized how much he changed the history of hockey. After all, the Leafs haven’t won a Stanley Cup since I quit playing. Coincidence? I wonder. Ray Smit is the author of The Trouble With Tapioca available at Amazon.com. His columns appear every other Thursday. You can contact him at Raymonsmit@shaw.ca

HAFI Funds Home Modifications for Disabled Man When Lorie and Walter bought their home in Port Alberni 13 years ago they slowly began renovating the unfinished basement to accommodate Walter’s changing needs as his muscular dystrophy advanced. “The basement was a black hole when we moved in,” recalled Walter. “After 12 years of skimping and saving, we made the downstairs completely wheelchair accessible, except for the bathroom. It was way too small. I could only stand for about a minute and a half without collapsing in the shower stall and I could no longer pull myself out of the tub in the upstairs’ bathroom, even with Lorie’s help.” Through funding from BC Housing’s Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program, Walter and Lorie were able to work with a contractor to transform the space. A wall was removed to make room for a wheelin shower with benches, grab bars were installed, and the vanity and fixtures were relocated.

“ I just slide into the shower now,” said Walter. “I feel safer and no longer dread trying to wash myself. What was previously a dangerous chore for me is now a welcome treat.” Walter and Lorie hope to spend the rest of their lives in their home. The HAFI program provides financial assistance to help eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities adapt their homes so they can continue to live independently.

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3-8pm, every Friday until Labour Day, The Old School House Arts Centre parking lot. deeaguilar@shaw.ca

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6:30-8:30pm, Picnic Shelter at the Parksville Comm. Park. Johnny Inappropriate, high-energy 5pc cover band music/80’s & 90’s. 250951-2678. info@parksvillebeachfest.ca

6-9pm, Thurs. evenings, July 3-Aug. 28, Second Ave. Vendors, food, entertainment. www. qualicumbeachdowntown. ca, 250-752-8856, info@ qualicumbeachdowntown.ca

2:30pm, 2800 Grafton Ave. www.peaceiswithin.ca, every Fri. in Aug. Free Guided Tour & 15 Foot Golden Buddha. Meet at Gift Shop.

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7:30pm, the internationallyacclaimed Hampshire County (UK). Tickets at Mulberry Bush & Knox. $15 advance. (250) 248-3927

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7-11pm, Shady Rest Pub. THE ENABLERS! Rock! Blues! Reggae! 3109 W. Is. Hwy, QB.

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

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SAT. AUG 2 VI SHRINERS SHOW & SHINE

Aug 2-3, 25th Anniversar,y Parksville Comm. Park. Sat. Evening Cruise Night begins at Parksville A&W. Sunday, 7am-3pm 250-756-4952, rrayner@gulfview.ca

ORANGE BRIDGE MARKET

10am-2pm, 716 E. Is. Hwy, Parksville. Every Sat.June 14Aug. 30. Crafts, clothing, flea market & entertainment. 250586-3800, ladysmantle1@ gmail.com

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

SUN. AUG 3 TENNIS

Every day, various times, Springwood Park. Cynthia Sage: 250-248-5702. www. arrowsmithtennis.ca

MON. AUG 4 ARBUTUS CLUB TOASTMASTERS

7-9pm every Mon. (except holidays). PV Comm. Ctre, 132 Jensen Ave. All welcome! Info: 248-1926 or visit arbutus.toastmastersclubs.org

MON. AUG 4 WEEKLY POUND & PADDLE RACE

6pm, Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub. Mondays to Aug. 25th! FREE running/ stand up paddling (SUP) fun race. Doug Pickard, runfluid@hotmail.ca, ww.fluidfitstudio.com

TUE. AUG 5 QUALICUM BEACH PROBUS CLUB

9am, St. Stephen’s United Church, 150 Village Way, QB. Speaker, local author Hazel Magnussen. Visitors Welcome.

PASTEL WORKSHOPS 7-9-pm at the MAC. Joan Larson, speaking on her Sable Island experiences. FREE. Joan is teaching on Aug 5th & 7th, details on www.mcmillanartscentre. com or 250-248-8185

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

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

1:30-3pm, Caregiver’s support group, Stanford Place, 250 Craig St. Parksville. Jane Hope 1-800-462-2833

OS PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT

7-9pm, The Gardens, 650 Berwick N., Qualicum Beach. Court Brooker, 250-7527489, brook@shaw.ca

WED. AUG 6 YOGA ON THE BEACH 9:30am, Every Wed & Fri, Parksville Comm Park Beach. Follow the signs. By Donation. 250-951-2538

WED. AUG 6

MAGNOLIA COURT SUMMER MARKET

6-8:30pm, 6996 W Is. Hwy, Bowser. Musicians, food tastings & wares. Corrine, 250-947-5231, sarahmhutchis@gmail.com.

LIVE RAPTORS

7:30pm, North Is. Wildlife Recovery Ctre brings an owl, falcon or eagle, to Rathtrevor Prov. Park’s ampitheater. 250-248-8534.

THU. AUG 7 PV NEWCOMERS’

7:30 pm, 132 Jensen St. Judy Beyeler/Parksville & District Musical Assoc. & Dan Hudson/President, MidIsland Castaways Fly Fishing Club. 250-586-5341

MUSIC AT DEEZ

7pm, Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Is. Hwy W. QB. Lazy Mike & the Rockin Recliners. 250-752-8055.

SEASIDE VETERINARY CARE CHAROUL LEKX, DVM Acupuncture Chinese Herbs Rehabilitation Conventional Medicine

NOW OPEN!

New patients welcome

210B-First Ave Qualicum Beach

250-594-9884

seasidevc@shaw.ca

PARKSVILLE IDOL Enter the 2014 Parksville Idol Singing Contest! Details: parksvillebeachfest.ca Entry forms available July 1st Online voting July 1-31st at: PQBNews.com

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

CARDS OF THANKS

COMING EVENTS

PATRICIA IRENE HANSON January 18/39 - June 26/14 Survived by four sons, family and friends. Flowers in lieu of Hospice. Celebration of life at Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church on August 2, 2014 at 11:00 am.

In loving memory DEATHS

BRADLEY CENTRE

I would like to thank the many friends and relatives who came out on Saturday, July 12th in celebration of my 100th birthday. I love each and every one of you. Helen A. Cole

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CREHAN, Ellen Patricia Suddenly and peacefully at Nanaimo General Hospital on July 15, after a gallant battle with cancer. A much loved teacher, who always paddled her own canoe, Dr. Pat taught at the Faculty of Education at UBC for many years. She is sorely missed by her sisters, Penny and Melanie, by all her nieces and nephews, by her faithful pooch, Gus and by many friends, especially Patricia and Martha. By Patâ€™s request there will be no funeral service. Remember instead her keen mind, her love of good jokes, and her generous heart. Memorial donations may be made to The Vancouver Opera Society or to an animal rescue shelter of your choice.

DEATHS

Members of the Mid-Island Pensioners & Hobbyists Assn.

Are invited to attend Annual General Meeting August 12, 2014 at 2:00 PM @ the Bradley Centre CALL FOR ENTRIES 12TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Artisan Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting Aug. 30, 31, Sept. 1 Applications for Artisans: woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

PERSONAL SERVICES

PERSONALS

FINANCIAL SERVICES

SINGLE MALE Looking to meet a beautiful woman between 35 - 50, for a relationship. Reply to Box 50 at P.O Box 1180, Parksville BC V9P 2H2 c/o PQB News

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

COMPUTER SERVICES

LOST AND FOUND

BUYDENS Computer Services

FOUND PARKSVILLE Industrial Park a Single car key on yellow key chain for a Ford vehicle. Call (250)586-8315.

Offering PC Repair and Personal Tutoring From Nanoose to Deep Bay

TRAVEL

Call Kevin 250-240-7372

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COMPUTER BUSINESS & Home Support, 30yrs IT Tech. Low rates, Seniors Discount. TLC-John, 250-594-5558.

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HELP WANTED An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051. LEGAL ASSISTANT required for Qualicum Beach law practice. Email resumes to ser.rodwayandperry@shaw.ca or deliver to 699 Beach Rd., Qualicum Beach, BC

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

DEATHS CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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

Scott @ 250-821-1994.

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

GARDENING ABLE STUDENT garden services & labourer, experienced, reliable, hardworking. Refâ€™s avail. Bradley 250-927-0072

Designs Upgrades Water features. Complete Lawn and Property Maintenance. Certified Landscaper Bluestone Land & Aquascaping Call Shayne (250)228-6696 bluestonelandscape@hotmail.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

IAN FRANKLIN ROSS 1 February 1953 â€“ 25 July 2014

Ian Franklin Ross, 61, passed away peacefully at his home in Qualicum Beach, BC, on 25 July 2014, attended by his wife Melody Martin and his mother Elspeth Ross. Born in London, England, Ian soon moved with his parents Elspeth and Robin Ross to Ottawa where his father worked for the British diplomatic service. By age six, he was living in Toronto where his father became Registrar at the University of Toronto (U of T). His formal education began at the Institute of Child Study, a lab school for the U of Tâ€™s Faculty of Education and Psychology. Starting in Grade Seven he attended UTS, a university preparatory school where, in his senior year, he was School Captain. He completed undergraduate studies at Trinity College (U of T), and his Masterâ€™s in Business Administration at York University. He also studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and maintained a long record of scholarly activity with the institution. Early in his career, Ian worked briefly as a Planning Economist at the U of T. From there he took on the challenge of restructuring U of Tâ€™s Royal Conservatory of Music. In 1988, he moved to Vancouver Island to accept an administrative position at what was then Malaspina College. He was Dean of Instruction and later, Dean of the Social Sciences and Business Faculties when the college became a university college. Shortly after the institution became Vancouver Island University, Ian turned to teaching full-time in the Faculty of Management. Also an ardent sports enthusiast, Ian was a proud member of the University of Toronto football team during his undergraduate years. Shoulder dislocations and surgeries interrupted his football career, but never dampened his passion for the sport. Unwavering in his devotion to the University of Florida Gators, his surroundings were filled with memorabilia and references to the team. Known for his steadfastness and leadership, Ianâ€™s sharp intellect and refined sense of humour allowed him to interact meaningfully with all types of people and situations. He was an avid and eclectic reader, a gourmet cook, and a superb conversationalist. In addition to his love and commitment to family and close friends, his beloved dogs, Shugah and Gator, filled his days with happiness and mischief. A reception in honour of Ianâ€™s life will be held 2-4 pm on Saturday, 2 August, at Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club, 469 Memorial Ave., Qualicum Beach.

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OCEANSIDE Lawn & Garden. Yard clean-up, mowing, hedges, sprinkler adjustments, gutter clean-outs. (250)240-1116. Pat Meyerâ€™s NATURE BY DESIGN- Lawn care & Landscaping Services. â€œNever more than a quoteâ€? 250-240-2680

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

GARDENING

PAINTING

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

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.

KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate bugs- guaranteed. No mess, odorless, long lasting. Available at Ace Hardware & The Home Depot.

ASTONISHING PAINTING CO. Residential/Commercial/Repainting. 25 yrs. experience. Call Mike 250-248-8569

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

REPAIRS SMALL ENGINE REPAIRMarine, lawn mowers, weed eaters, pumps, welding. Good rates. Can pick-up and deliver. (250)752-2938, cell 228-4396.

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

The Sharp Design Landscaping Group- Call 250.248.3835

PETS 5YR-OLD DOBERMAN up for adoption. A devoted companion, with no health issues. She greets you with a big toothy smile, lots of love and is really a puppy at heart. She is an excellent swimmer and loves hiking in the mountains in the winter snow or in the summer with all the new smells. Must be in a home with no other dogs. She needs someone who has Doberman experience.(250)752-1157 Qualicum COCKER SPANIELS, family raised, shots, vet chkd & de wormed. $750. (250)218-0681

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 Ph: 250-586-3330 C: 778-441-2963

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.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES

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

1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251

FREE ITEMS

HAUL AWAY JUNK; big or small loads, garden and construction waste, garage cleanout. Call 250-240-1116.

FREE TOW Away of unwanted vehicles. We also pay $Cash$ for vehicles of value. Call anytime. Norms Towing & Salvage 250-757-8911 or 250954-7543 (cell).

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

FIXIT HOME IMPROVEMENTS Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Full Home Restorations. General Contractor, Valmond Pelletier 1(250)731-7734

COOMBS COUNTRY FARM U-pick raspberries only! Prepicked Strawberries, Raspberries. Blueberries available in July. 2062 Alberni Hwy, Coombs (1 mile before Coombs Market). Open: 7:30am-3:30pm, Daily. Call us 250-248-7698, 250-739-2800. coombscountryfarms@shaw.ca

HOME REPAIRS EXPERIENCED CARPENTER & painter. NO GST!! Call George 250-594-4407 FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.

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

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

HOUSEHOLD SERVICES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

JOHN & SONS House & yard care. House wash by hand. All aspects of painting. Dump runs. Fence repair or replacement. Free estimates & discount for seniors. Call John @ 250-586-8662

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

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KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com

2 VINTAGE 3 spd bikes Kick stand, tire pump, chain & skirt guard, basket, mirror, fenders, rat trap, bell & reflectors. $150.00 each or $275.00 for both. 250-954-0503

REAL ESTATE

Lawn & Garden

Home Improvements

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

LOTS QUALICUM BEACH corner of 4th & Beach, 4 blocks from shops. 56â€™ x 120â€™. $249,900. Call 250-248-3809.

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

Contact Pauline at The Parksville Qualicum Beach News: 250-905-0012

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MAINTENANCE

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

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

SERVICE DIRECTORY Outdoor Living Spaces Kitchens, Fireplaces, Water Features, Lighting Living Rooms, Decks, Fire Pits, Driveways Retaining Walls & more

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Contractors

Tree Service

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Tree

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Gardening

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1-BDRM CONDO- Downtown Qualicum. Deck, storage, covered parking, gas fireplace, 5 appls. NS/NP. Avail Aug 1. $800./mo. Call (250)752-3419. CENTRAL QUALICUM Beachminutes to all amenities, 1 bdrm, 746sq ft, balcony, parking. $815. Please call Bill (250)752-6997.

COTTAGES 2 BDRM, furnished beachfront cottage, downtown Parksville. Avail Sep 1 till May 31/15. Suit quiet, responsible people. $800/mo. Elec., heat, cable & wireless internet inc. n/p, n/s. Refâ€™s required. Call 250-2483171 QUALICUM BEACH: waterfront 2 bdrm cottage, furnished, wood insert, electric heat, mature, NS/NP. SeptJune. $850 + utils. Call 250741-1577.

Phone M.E. Greg Gingras

250-757-2055

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Call Lou

250-248-7044

COLUMBIA BEACH- 3 bdrm 2 bath Rancher, F/S, W/D, shed, NP/NS. $1200. 250-2183375, leave message.

FISH COMPOST www.fishcompost.com

1424 Hodges Road (Behind Wembley Mall) Soil Blend Available

RV PADS COOMBS- Long term RV site in small adult park. Fenced w/deck & storage shed. $400./mo year round, inclds cable+ metered hydro. 250586-1372 or 250-954-8981. DRY Camp RV Site available, at 1830 Abbey Rd, LQRV, near Qualicum River. Min. 6 months, $250/mo = $1,500 total, payable in advance. Call: 250-248-2381 ext 240.

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Spring Hours

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GUTTER CLEANING

T&R

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Fence Installers

Fast, Friendly Service Commercial & Residential

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ERRINGTON ON private shared acreage, sm 2 bdrm house, 920sq ft, with 10x6â€™ shed, quiet, treed, lrg fenced yard, electric heat, W/D, 5km to Parksville. NO DOGS! $725, (250)248-7118 or 250954-5045 cell.

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

Fencing

WINDOW CLEANING

HOMES FOR RENT

OFFICE SPACE, Downtown Qualicum. Bright, professional. Ground floor, includes shared reception. Busy location. $450. + gst. includes utils. Avail. now. Call (250)248-6440 for more info & to view.

Phone: 250-240-1445

Gardener?

14â€™ WIDE 3 bdrm mobile in Whiskey Creek w/wood stove, on 5.5 shared acres. $750/mo. Refs reqâ€™d. (250)954-1355.

PERIMETER DRAIN FLUSHING

Housesitting services offered.

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

Home Maintenance Interior / Exterior

Pauline

FREE ESTIMATES

On Vacation - Let us look after your property.

Window Cleaning

For advertising opportunities in the SERVICE DIRECTORY contact Pauline 250-905-0012

SIDING CLEANING

Fertilization, lawn mowing.

Lawn Maintenance

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

QUALICUM BEACH 2-bdrm + den. $985./mo + utils. NS/NP. Avail Sept. 1st. References required. Call 250-927-5742.

WE DELIVER!

Bark mulch, top soil, fish compost, etc. SUMMER LAWN CARE

Handyperson

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

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Errington-1874 Errington Rd. Sat (10-4). Moving Sale. Lots of tools, furniture, etc. Gate will be closed until 10am. FRENCH CREEK 1310 Lawson Pl., Aug 2 (8-?). Fabrics, craft items, new silk flowers, dressers, sewing machine cabinet, filing cabinet, tools, Yamaha elect. organ (offers). GARAGE SALE 156 Crescent Rd. West Qualicum Beach August 2 (8:30 - 12) Exersize bike, 19” TV, wicker stand, clothes, books, dishes, linens. Some collectables & misc. HUGE GARAGE SALE- Aug.2 & 3, 9am-1pm. at 686 Chelsea Place, Qualicum Beach. Variety of household goods; yard& garden tools; barbecue & firepit; workbench & other tools; love seat; bicycle doggy buggy and much more. HUGE GARAGE SALE tools, ladders, generators, planers, shaper, band saw, jointer etc. Also lots of small household, outdoor furniture, garden tools, books, etc. Saturday August 2nd 8:00-4:00 pm and Sunday August 3rd 8:00-4:00. Come to 1060 Spider Lake Rd Qualicum. Exit 75 off the hwy near Horne Lake. LADIES CLOTHING SALE. Sunday, Aug 3rd, 10am-4pm. Gently used; some new. $6./bag. 631 Temple St. Parksville. Parksville-1165 Dobler Rd. Sat & Sun (8-?) 1996 Freightliner & parts, low mileage. Magnum toolbox & headache rack. Heavy duty & repair tools, tools boxes, 1977 Camper, outdoor furniture & cookware. Generators, new rain gear sets, gloves, safety glasses, winter jackets, boots. Gas/wood stoves, yard tools, bar stools, lumber, Harley Davidson parts & toys. All new & used items and much more!

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PARKSVILLE 394 Craig St. Unit E. Park on Craig St & walk in driveway (narrow dead end Rd). Aug 2 (9-12). Moving Sale. Household, tools, BBQ, garden tools and lots more. Parksville-445 Fourneau Wy. Sat & Sun (8-4) Huge garage sale in huge dry garage. Rain or shine. So much stuff, everything must go, high quality stuff. House & garden decor, lots of kitchen stuff, dish platters, lots of eel skin stuff. Camping stuff, tents,sleeping bags, etc. Lawnmower, lots of kids toys, plumbing stuff, lots of construction stuff, power & work tools, vases. Pioneer speakers 150 wts. So much extra stuff to see. Just go down the long driveway to the big garage, its all inside! See you soon..... PARKSVILLE, 455 Craig St. Sat & Sun (8-1) Household stuff, fridge, piano, bikes/parts, trampoline, kayak, computer parts, and lots of neat stuff! PARKSVILLE- PARTIAL Estate Garage sale, in the house, from Temple Store on Bay, follow signs to 337 Willow St. Saturdays only (9-3) through August. Ladies clothing & Honda CRX. QUALICUM BEACH- 348 Mill Rd, Sat, Aug 2, 8-2pm. Too many items to list. QUALICUM BEACH- 3976 West Island Hwy, Sat & Sun, Aug 2 & 3, 8-5. Household, farm equipment, gift shop. Downsizing!

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Expansion CROSSWORD is possible

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What can’t be treated at the clinics include life-threatening or urgent medical conditions that should be treated and assessed at a hospital’s emergency department like suspected strokes or heart attacks, major trauma or injury, maternity issues, head injury with loss of consciousness, poisoning or overdose. The pilot program is part of a province-wide initiative sponsored by the government of B.C. and the doctors of B.C. called A GP for Me (see www.agpforme.ca for more information). Freedman said that initiative covers more than the need to help people get a family doctor. Some of the determining factors for these clinics continuing past August include the number of people who use the service and their origins (August was chosen because it is a month where the region gets a lot of tourist traffic) and how the physicians are able to cope, both with the workload and their ability to cover the overhead of the operations. He said the doctors are following this formula path for the clinics: plan-do-study-act, with the operation now in the ‘do’ stage. “They are working a full day before (the clinics open),” said Freedman, who also said it was only Qualicum Beach-based physicians who offered to be part of the pilot project. “We would like to continue it and expand it in small steps, and that could mean Parksville,” he said. Before the $17 million Oceanside Health Centre and its Urgent Care Centre opened last year, a busy after-hours, walk-in clinic operated in downtown Parksville. It closed when the OHC opened and Freedman said their survey results showed people were confused and unhappy about what the Urgent Care Centre provided and how it operated. “There was a lot of frustration about wait times, both at the doctors’ offices and the OHC Urgent Care Centre,” he said. “We thought maybe we could leverage the critical mass of the division (to help the situation).” He said the doctors are following this formula path for the clinics: plan-do-study-act, with the operation now in the ‘do’ stage. He also admitted some might see the Urgent Care Centre and the clinics overlapping, but he insisted the planning was done with OHC officials involved. “This is all very much collaborative,” he said. “In health improvement, small steps are best.”

PARKSVILLE

City creates some borrowing room Parksville council reduced its borrowing capacity for the for the Parksville Civic and Technology Centre by $4.2 million since it was completed years ago without needing it. Council had authorized the borrowing of up to $6 million for the project in 1999, but only used $1.8 million of that after selling the land next door to help finance it. The $4.2 million potential borrowing ability actually stood as a liability against the city, reducing the city’s future borrowing capacity, so council passed a resolution cancelling the authorization. — NEWS Staff

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For July 31 - August 7, 2014

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37. Supplements with difficulty 39. A quick run 40. Signal sound 41. 13th state 42. Nun garbs 47. Cause to become undone 49. Dwarfed ornamental plant 51. Nazi corps 52. Pail 53. Acid that causes gout 54. Anger 55. Therefore 56. Lackey 58. Second sight 59. Lowest moral motives 60. Drench DOWN 1. Infants 2. Jacket 3. Unworthiness 4. Bone 5. Dhaka is the capital 6. Relating to musical notes 7. Claviceps fungus disease 8. Marine algae 9. 40th state 12. Number, in base two 13. Skelton’s

Kadiddlehopper 17. A dalton (Physics) 19. Sea eagles 20. Fixed charges per unit 21. Incline 25. Three Bears heroine 29. Mauna __, Hawaiian volcano 31. Correct coding 32. Type of fruit 33. Brews 35. More frumpish 38. Cook’s bowl scraping tool 41. Express discontent 43. Paris stock exchange 44. Ingest food 45. Expression of disappointment 46. Stars Wars character Rrogon 48. Limb angulation 50. P.M. Hirobumi 56. Initials of social media site 57. Yukon Territory

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SAGITTARIUS The next few

CANCER Resist the temptation to use your position just to satisfy your own desires.

CAPRICORN The only way

LEO Someone has been taking liberties and you need to confront them about it.

AQUARIUS A desire to help

VIRGO Make an effort to find out what other people think – and why they think that way.

PISCES Do things for other

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Seal pup season in BC Beaches are always a popular summer destination, but humans aren’t the only ones sharing B.C.’s sandy shorelines. Seal pup season peaks in July and August, a prime time for beach barbecues and picnics. Starting in June, beaches all along the coast are transformed into harbour seal nurseries, as female seals come ashore to give birth, nurse and protect their young. “(Female seals) will leave their young to make short feeding trips, gradually staying away longer as the pup develops,” said Dr. Sara Dubois, chief scientific officer for the BC SPCA. “Seal pups grow rapidly during the first month, gaining extra fat to help them survive and developing their hunting skills.” While weaning occurs at four to six weeks of age, it is not unusual to see the seal pups on land again, as seals normally spend 30 to 40 per cent of their time ashore, Dubois notes. Helpful tips for seal spotting include: • Keep pets away from seals. Dogs on and off leash can frighten and cause them injury. • Remember that a seal pup on its own is not necessarily orphaned or abandoned. Like many other wild animals, seal mothers

leave their pups alone for several hours at a time while they return to the ocean to feed. • Keep your distance. Observing pups too closely can discourage adult seals from returning. They may even abandon their young if frightened away. • Do not try to coax or push the seal pup into the water. Although pups are able to follow their mothers into the water shortly after birth, swimming and diving require practise and rest. Of course, young animals who are truly orphaned or injured need prompt attention. “As you observe from a distance, take note of whether the pup is obviously injured, seriously underweight, or appears distressed or non-responsive,” says Dubois. “Do not try to capture or care for the animal yourself. “A rescued seal will have the best chance for recovery and a successful return to the wild in the care of trained experts.” Dubois also encourages beachgoers to share the shoreline responsibly, and take home or dispose of all litter properly. If a wild animal appears to need help, call the BC SPCA hotline at 1-855-622-7722 or your local wildlife rehabilitation facility as soon as possible. — Submitted by BCSPCA

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REACHING OUT: V. W. Bro. Mike Ragan (Master of Concord Masonic Lodge) presenting a cheque for $500.00 to Major Norm Hamelin of the Salvation Army in Parksville.

A warning not to feed wildlife Animals can suffer in many ways after getting used to human handouts Feeding wildlife may seem like an enjoyable way to connect with nature, but it can often lead to serious problems for species like squirrels, raccoons, deer and bears. “Wild animals who get used to a handout will often take the easy route despite ample natural foods being available – even in urban areas,” says Dr. Sara Dubois, chief scientific officer for the BC SPCA. “Although it might seem harmless and cute to feed a squirrel on a park bench or ducks at the local pond, these activities can lead to increased habituation.” Dubois says fed wildlife can become de-

pendent on unreliable food sources and suffer nutritionally when given inappropriate foods. “Habituated wild animals are also more susceptible to predators and vehicle collisions, as they lose their fear of people and the associated flight response.” In other cases, she says, wild animals who have been fed regularly can develop food-seeking aggression and can become hostile towards people and pets. “It is usually then that trappers or conservation officers are called in to deal with the situation.” — Submitted by BCSPCA

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JUNIOR FOOTBALL

Former Whalers boost the Raiders Three football players from Parksville are part of the Vancouver Island Raiders T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com

The Vancouver Island Raiders football team will have three former Ballenas Secondary School Whalers in their lineup, looking to help lead the team back to the CJFL final. Former Ballenas Whalers pivot Liam O’Brien was named the starting QB heading into the first week of action in the Canadian Junior Football League. In a rematch of the 2013 Cullen Cup, the Langley Rams played host to the VI Raiders in the first game of the season and first game played out in the B.C. Football Conference. O’Brien joins wide receiver Dustin Rodriguez and lineman Terrek Bryant, giving the Raiders a trio of former Whalers in their lineup. The Raiders found themselves down 13–7 in the first quarter and were playing catch up the rest of the way, coming close to tying the game up but Langley held on for the 44–36 win. With a new coaching staff in place, the Raiders offence managed to pick up where the team left off last season, with both O’Brien and Rodriguez factoring in. O’Brien, the former SFU player, threw the ball for 306 yards on the day, completing 24 of 37 passes, including one for a touchdown. O’Brien also had 32 yards running on the day, to go along with one touchdown. Rodriguez hauled in six passes for 69 yards in the game but was held out of the end zone. O’Brien connected 14 times with Marshall Cook, which ties the BCFC record for most receptions in a game. The Raiders’ next game, also on the road, comes against the Westshore Rebels this Saturday night.

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Parksville Beach was busy last weekend as competitors of all ages took to the sandy courts to play some beach volleyball and soak up the hot weather which is predicted to last all throughout August Long weekend.

BC SUMMER GAMES

Parksville athlete cleans up T YSON TAYLOR

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Another Oceanside athlete at the BC Summer Games had herself a golden performance, bringing home three Gold Medals in total. Chantal St. Laurent, from Parksville, dominated the girls division in the Towed Water Sports events, which included wakeboarding, wakeskating, best trick, barefoot and a jump category as well. St. Laurent came very close to medaling in four different events but finished in fourth place in the girl’s 14 – 17 jump event.

From there on out, St. Laurent went on to post a perfect score of 100 in the girl’s 14 – 17 wakeboarding event. She followed that up with another score of 100 in the wakeskate event, bringing her Gold Medal total to two in three events. The third Gold Medal of the BC Summer Games came on the team side of things for St. Laurent, who was a part of the Zone 6 (Vancouver Island) team that finished with a total of 1720 points, 550 points clear of second place. St. Laurent joined Julie Preston as another triple Gold Medal athlete from Parksville at the BC Summer Games hosted in Nanaimo July 17 -20.

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