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Pot fight continues ‘It doesn’t belong in some of our pristine agricultural land’ CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com
Growing medical pot should be deemed an industrial activity — not an agricultural one. That’s the message regional district directors are sending to the Ministry of Agriculture, after a special electoral area planning committee meeting Tuesday afternoon. The board, not including City of Nanaimo directors, came together yesterday to respond to the ministry’s draft criteria for developing local government bylaws regarding medical marijuana production in the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR). “It (marijuana) is not a normal agricultural product,” said chair Joe Stanhope, who has supported River’s Edge residents in their fight against a medical marijuana facility setting up shop in a Nanoose Bay suburb south of Parksville. “It doesn’t belong in some of our pristine agricultural land.” Stanhope said the ministry is “ignoring completely the social, safety and security problems we could have if these things (medical marijuana facilities) are established in rural areas … we’re a long way from the police department and fire department and security would be a never-ending problem.” Director Julian Fell said medical marijuana facilities have a “decidedly non-farm character.” Fell, who represents Coombs/Errington, said the Ministry’s report was insufficient and lacked some of the major concerns brought forward by residents. “We need the ability to address siting issues of the visual and social nature such as site buffers, shielding, proximity to schools, fire and police, exits and road use, impacts on infrastructure,” he said. See LIMITED AUTHORITY, page A6
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The burn piles near Church Road on Island Valley Farms land were still smoldering on Tuesday after filling the area with smoke and ash over the long weekend.
Smoke chokes residents JOHN HARDING
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Island Valley Farms has permission and permits to burn the slash that filled parts of this region with smoke over the long weekend. That seems to be little consolation to residents of the Morningstar and French Creek areas who are talking about respiratory problems and finding ash all over their cars and patio furniture. “My house was full of smoke,” said French Creek resident Tom Reddick, one of many residents who called or e-mailed The NEWS over the weekend about the slash pile burning on
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dents) but unfortunately that (burning) is the only economical way to get rid of those piles. What can we do? We have a right to clear our land. Parksville was all bush at one time too.” Fortin said the burning, for this year anyway, is complete. Colleen Friesen lives in the Morningstar area. She said one of her neighbours just came home from open-heart surgery to a thick layer of smoke on the weekend. “It catches in your throat and makes you feel terrible,” said Friesen. “They (Island Valley Farms) do it on a long weekend when (residents) can’t get hold of anyone.” See RDN CALLS FOR BAN, page A7
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Six films on tap for Beach Flicks season
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Beach Flicks will proudly kick off its fourth season this Friday. “It’s true, time flies when you’re having fun. It’s hard for us to believe we are celebrating season four,” said Beach Flicks publicist Luba Plotnikoff. “It’s so much fun for us and such a great opportunity to provide entertainment and an inexpensive night out for our community.” According to the event’s chair, Karen Roberts, Beach Flicks started when a group of film lovers decided to bring the cinema to the community instead of having the local audience drive to the city to watch a movie. “People are just so appreciative,” said Plotnikoff. Today, the event is run by nine volunteers who review each film and try to match them with the “community and Beach Flick movie lovers.” There are six films slated for this year’s season. “We are all very excited to be back showcasing another fantastic line-up of Toronto International Films this season,” said Plotnikoff. Beach Flicks will open with The Lunchbox on Friday night. It’s a story about a middle class housewife, Ila, who attempts to spice up her marriage by preparing amazing lunches for her neglectful husband. The other films in this season include The Grand Seduction (Nov. 14), Ida (Jan. 16, 2015), Chef (Feb. 13), Wadjda (Mar. 6), Tracks (Apr. 17). All films will be shown at Eaglecrest Golf Course. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and films begin at 7 p.m. sharp. Tickets are sold at the door for $6. A concession and bar will be available through the golf course. For more information on the event or upcoming films, please visit beachflicks.ca
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There could soon be competing cohousing projects in Qualicum Beach, as the Livewell Cohousing project gets out to an early lead over two long-simmering local projects. “One of our mandates is to promote cohousing in Qualicum Beach. However, we did not anticipate having duelling cohousing projects,” said Jan Wilson, a member of the Qualicum Beach Cohousing Society (QBCS). The QBCS was formed this year to coordinate and enable two ongoing efforts, an urban project currently looking for a downtown location and a semi-rural project focused on the Valterra property on Laburnum Road. Gary Morrison, president and founder of the
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The common spaces are key to developing a community “for social and practical reasons,” he said, calling it a more European style of living. Ruth Adler, of the QBCS semi-rural committee, said they are worried about the competing visions in the small town, and said cohousing is usually more of a grassroots concept, “it’s the dream of the people in the community, not a developer’s dream parachuted in.” The QBCS Valterra Village proponents are hosting an open house this weekend and next month they’re bringing in Ronaye Matthew of CDC Cohousing Development Consulting, who they call “the foremost cohousing development expert in B.C.” “Ronaye has brought many existing cohousing communities along the path from concept to reality, she has an unbroken track record,” Adler said. “Cohousing is popular because it is about community, knowing
your neighbours, sharing common facilities. The Valterra site is in the town but it offers enough land for big gardens and orchards as a well as for a common house that can support the activities of every age group,” she continued. “For example, a cohousing common house often includes shared guest rooms, one of which can be converted into a suite for an on-site care worker to support ageing in place. The community chooses the priorities because we are the developers.” The QBCS free open house introduction runs 1-4 p.m. this Sunday, Oct. 19 at Rotary House, 211 Fern Road West. On Nov. 21 Matthew will share her cohousing experiences, followed by an in-depth workshop over the following two days. Contact aerie@xplornet.ca to register. Visit www.cohousingconsulting.ca/index.html for more on Matthew. For more information on the projects visit www.LiveWellcohousing.ca and www.valterravillage.ca.
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HAVEN HOUSE AFTER ONE YEAR IN PARKSVILLE QUALICUM BEACH
Settled before moving forward Facility provides a place for women to feel safe and get much-needed support
JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com
It’s hard to overestimate the value of a safe haven. Lee (not her real name) spent a couple of years living with some friends and family in Calgary, helping them through their issues. “Thing is, I was not dealing with my own stuff,” Lee said this week from Haven House, which is celebrating one year of operation in Parksville Qualicum Beach. “I was totally lost. I was a 57-year-old woman who needed to get on with her life. The kids didn’t need me anymore, the grandkids, well, you see them when you get the chance.” “To be the optimum grand-mom I wanted to be, I needed to take care of myself.” Before that could happen, Lee needed a safe, supportive place to live. She had lived in Parksville Qualicum Beach as a youngster so she made the move back here in March. She spent a few days with old friends and then contacted the Society of Organized Services (SOS). “They were absolutely wonderful in helping me get myself straightened around,” said Lee. “They were very supportive.” SOS pointed Lee to Haven House. To be the optimum “It’s a safe, grand-mom I wanted to warm, comfy home be, I needed to take care of where I can feel myself calm and gather LEE my thoughts,” said Lee. “That sounds simple but it’s not. A lot of the anxiety a lot of women feel is like this: I’m the one who took care of things for so many years, how come I can’t do this?” Lee now lives in what’s called Stage 2 housing at Haven House. She pays rent and also helps out around the place. “My plans are to get back to working,” said Lee, who is taking courses and leaning toward something in the field of support worker. “I want to give back.” Haven House, run by the Haven Society, is there for women like Lee
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Former Parksville Qualicum Haven House client Lee relaxes on the couch at the safe home. Now in Stage 2 of the support program, she assists other women coming into the house.
and all women facing challenges like abusive relationships. There are three bedrooms and room for children. The Parksville Qualicum facility is a safe house, as opposed to a transition house that is staffed 24/7, 365 days a year, like the Haven Society has in Nanaimo. The Haven Society has about 50 years experience operating transition houses. “With the expertise Haven Society bring to working with women, we are able to provide a much stronger and well-rounded service for women and children,” said SOS executive director Renate Sutherland. The Parksville Qualicum Haven
House has been full 124 nights in the past year and has had to turn away seven women when it was full, five in the last six months. “It’s been more busy than we initially anticipated,” said Haven Society executive director Anne Taylor. “That’s always kind of a double-edged sword — it confirms the need. It also speaks to the fact we probably need more.” Taylor and Sutherland both said there has been superb community support for the house in the past year. They also said there’s a group working right now on fundraising initiatives to raise money that could
see more spots like Haven House for women and children in Parksville Qualicum Beach, or perhaps enough funding to staff the local facility 24/7. Lee, the Haven House resident, remembers a time when there wasn’t this kind of help available to women. “The Haven Society, for me, is absolutely wonderful,” said Lee. “Years ago when I was a single parent there wasn’t a lot of resources like this so it’s nice to see.” If you are in crisis, call 1-888-7560616, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you would like more information about Haven House, call 250586-4718.
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Luchtmeijer seeks seat Bill Luchtmeijer wants to retain his seat on top budgetary priorities will be public safety Qualicum Beach town council. and infrastructure maintenance and will look “Three years ago I ran for council beto partner the town with the private cause I felt that the town was lacking in sector or other governments to reduce the kind of leadership that was required the costs of services we deliver and will to move the community forward,” support initiatives to strengthen our Luchtmeijer said in a news release. “I economy so that our town will again be feel that the current council has come a vibrant and vital for everyone including long way in addressing that in a positive young families and children.” way, not always buy a unanimous deci- LUCHTMEIJER Luchtmeijer said he asks the elecsion, but by the majority of a countorate for its continued support on cil that has shown that it is willing to 2014 Nov. 15. You can contact LuchtELECTIONS address even the tough issues.” mijer through his website (www. SATURDAY, NOV. 15 Luchtmeijer said he pledges “to billforqualicum.com) or by calling provide the best stewardship pos250-248-0837. sible to ensure that the taxpayers get the best Are you running for office on Nov. 15? Let fire and police protection, water and sewer, our readers know by sending 200 words or less community facilities, street and traffic services, about yourself and why you are running, along recreation services, and zoning and building with a head-and-shoulders photo, to: regulations that their tax dollar deserves. My editor@pqbnews.com
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“It’s absolutely ridiculous all these people should be suffering.” French Creek’s representative on the RDN board, Joe Stanhope, said 30 or 40 people got hold of him over the long weekend by phone or e-mail. “The property owners have followed the applicable regulations, but having said that, it’s just not right,” said Stanhope. “People went to the emergency department. It’s just not right.” Stanhope said the alternative to burning is chipping, also known as grinding. Island Valley
Farms’ Fortin said that would cost about $1 million, roughly the value of the land. Parksville Coun. Marc Lefebvre introduced a motion (it passed unanimously) at Tuesday night’s RDN committee of the whole meeting directing staff to write the province about considering a ban on this kind of large-scale burning. “These type of large burns should be banned,” said Lefebvre. “The very least we can do is advise the ministries who are allowing this the effect it is having on our residents.” — With files from Candace Wu
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PARKSVILLE CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS GROUP
7pm, Arbutus Grove Church, Hirst Ave. Back entrance, all welcome, by donation.
FRI. OCT 17 OS STROKE RECOVERY 11am-1:30pm, St. Columba Presbyterian Hall, 921 Wembley Rd., Parksville. Survivors & caregivers. Bring lunch. 250-586-6766.
OS FLOOR CURLERS 1pm, Arrowsmith Hall, Coombs. $10 ann. fee, $2/2 games, Mon/Wed/Friday. All welcome, no sweeping. 250-586-8323.
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12:45pm, QB Civic Ctre. Mon & Wed to Dec 17th, Maggie: 250-752-1156.
OS SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCERS
9am-5pm, OS Place, Parksville. Child Care Emerg. with AED/CPR C 14YRS+. $81.95. Pre-register RDN, 250-752-5014, recparks@ rdn.bc.ca, www.rdn.bc.ca
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME 10:30-11-am, 100 Jensen Ave E, Parksville Library to Dec 5. With a caregiver.
WHITEY SOMERS HOUSE CONCERT
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NANOOSE MARKET 10am, 2925 Northwest Bay Rd, Nanoose Bay, 250-2402702.$2 local charity entry. info@vanisleevents.ca.
SMART RECOVERY
10-11:30am, meeting/SOS, 245 W. Hirst Ave., PV. Info & assistance re-Alcohol & Drug Use Disorder. Ray, 250-714-9703 or smartrecovery@shaw.ca
QUALICUM BEACH FARMERS MARKET 8:30am-12pm, Veterans Way. 250-951-6516.
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CAREER NIGHT 15-18YRS 3:30pm-5:30pm, Qualicum Beach. Free workshop by the Career Ctre. Pre-register, RDN 250-248-3252, rdn. bc.ca/recreation.
SNO CONE SWIM 6:30-8pm, Ravensong Aquatic Ctre. All welcome. 250-752-5014, recparks@ rdn.bc.ca
THU. OCT 23 MUSIC AT DEEZ
7pm, Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Is. Hwy W. Qualicum Beach. CODI BAND. 250752-8055.
THURSDAY SPINNERS 10am-2pm, Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Rd, Coombs. $2/ann. membership. Dawn Ryan: 250-248-6575.
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Putting the whoa to a well Residents tell RDN they fear water shortages from development CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com
Nanoose Bay residents won’t be left high and dry after putting up a fight for water. Instead, developers of a subdivision in Nanoose Bay will have to wait at least one year before putting their well into service — pending further discussion with residents. The motion was unanimously passed at Tuesday evening’s RDN committee of the whole meeting where seven Nanoose Bay residents made passionate pleas in an effort to protect their water source from a looming Maz-Can Investment Ltd. development. According to Parksville Coun. Marc Lefebvre “water is the new oil. It’s a finite resource and this issue of water isn’t going away. It’s going to increase in terms of complexity.” Lefebvre was responding to the presentations made before the board, where residents expressed disappointment in the regional district. They’re concerned with well servicing at a subdivision development along Oak Leaf Drive that neighbours fear will create water problems in the area. Melissa MacNeill said in 2010 her well was monitored during the developer’s test period. MacNeill said her well is 300 feet from the subject well and a hydrologist established connectivity between the two during the time of testing. “As they started to draw on the subject well
my static level dropped by 30 feet,” she said. “The only factor monitored was the static level — neither the changes to my water quality nor flow rate was monitored.” MacNeill said she was informed “the change wasn’t viewed as significant.” However, she said “the current contract between the RDN and Maz-Can allows the subject well to be pumped at a rate of 86.6 gallons per minute.” MacNeill fears that might lead to water shortages. “My well currently produces 4.66 gallons per minute,” she said. “That’s a rate of 18.5 times the total production of my well.” MacNeill said she purchased her parcel of ALR land for the purpose of farming. “Any changes in the productivity of the well will significantly inhibit my ability to use and develop my land for the purpose of agriculture now and in the future,” she said. Randy Alexander, RDN general manager of regional and community utilities, confirmed Maz-Can does have a development proposal underway in Nanoose Bay slated to accommodate 16 to 20 units. Alexander said the company started putting in piping and a treatment system, however they are still subject to approval from both the Agricultural Land Commission and RDN. RDN CAO Paul Thorkelsson said the developer’s are going ahead at their own risk considering they still need local and provincial approval. Read the full story ONLINE at www.pqbnews.com
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Irony for RDN
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f you decide to live outside the boundaries of incorporated communities like Parksville or Qualicum Beach, have you given up your right to representation? Three recent examples have highlighted the frustration local residents are feeling about the control of land uses on parcels under the jurisdiction of the Agricultural Land Commission. Decisions related to what can or cannot be done on parcels that are part of the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) are out of the hands of local government officials. Thing is, we’re not talking about land that’s sparsely populated — much of the ALR land in Parksville Qualicum Beach is close to neighbourhoods, schools and businesses. We’re not talking about 640 acres of pasture that has one or two houses within 20 kilometres. First, there is the proposed marijuana production facility on ALR land near the River’s Edge neighbourhood just outside of Parksville. Same with another, similarly proposed operation in Deep Bay/Bowser. Then, this past weekend, the owners of a 600-acre parcel that’s in the ALR near Church Road burned slash as they clear the land for grazing and crops. Don’t blame the owners of the land — they followed all the proper procedures and were given permission to burn, which caused a lot of breathing problems in the French Creek and Morningstar areas. In both instances, the Regional District of Nanaimo has no say. The provincial government rules the day on ALR lands and doesn’t seem to care much about notifying residents or the RDN politicians who represent these taxpayers. Should senior levels of government be able to significantly alter the quality of life — short or long term — of residents who live near ALR lands, without at least some input from, or notification to, said residents? There’s another, albeit less helpful, train of thought here: the RDN is getting a taste of its own medicine. Not too long ago, the RDN board of directors ignored the duly-elected governments of both Parksville and Qualicum Beach when it came to money for the nevercoming-north-of-Nanaimo passenger rail service. And the RDN also overruled Qualicum Beach council on a land-use issue. And the RDN is now crying foul to the province? How ironic. — Editorial by John Harding
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Letters WILDFLOWER RESPONSIBILITY
Re: Comments by William MacLean, Wildflower Marijuana Inc. CEO, in a recent edition of The NEWS. As a resident of the River’s Edge community, I was disappointed to read the comments by MacLean in reply to the firm community opposition to their venture. A good corporate citizen would have engaged the community directly affected by the proposed operation in advance of applying for a licence for such activity. In this case, there was no such dialogue with the community that would be potentially affected by this development. The proposal to build such a facility at this location, a decision which was made by just a few people, is strongly opposed by the majority of the many residents who would be affected by such development. A corporation which is interested in environmental sustainability would understand that placing an operation at this specific location over a stressed aquifer is untenable, and furthermore would have recognized the several direct impacts on air and water quality, sparse water resources, community road access and traffic congestion, wildlife (light and noise pollution) and on the quality of life and welfare of the residents of the community, many of whom have invested their life’s savings in building a special place to reside. River’s Edge community is situated in the Englishman River catchment area which is rich in natural flora and fauna, hosts sensitive and already threatened ecosystems, and has high value for the many recreational opportunities it affords. A good corporate
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citizen also would understand the unsuitability of this venture to be located adjacent to a retreat centre and summer camp for children. Initial dialogue with our community in an open and transparent manner would surely have lead MacLean to conclude, as the community has, that there is nothing of benefit to the community of River’s Edge in having such an industrial agricultural facility located at the proposed site. It would degrade our community values and quality of life substantially. TIM ENGLAND Nanoose Bay
DANGEROUS ROAD We live on Corcan Road in North Qualicum. Everyday is a nightmare walking to the bus stop. We live on a narrow, windy road. Approximately 90 per cent of the drivers speed past us and of that, approximately 75 per cent excessively. There are no sidewalks and very little shoulders on a lot of it. We have asked for help from the regional district and were told it’s not their problem. We talked to the provincial Ministry of Transportation and were told it was an RCMP issue. The constable who does the traffic control in this area has been wonderful but has limited time to help us. Who is responsible for making the roads safe for children? I have had vehicles come within a foot of me speeding while I was carrying my two-year-old on my shoulders. Why can we not get any help? This is an everyday occurrence.
I am very frustrated with being blown off and not being able to get any help. What happens when someone gets hurt? Who’s responsible then? VALERIE BURKMAR Qualicum Beach
CANDIDATES SHOULD BE RESIDENTS
I recently went to the Town of Qualicum Beach’s website and under the News & Events column, hit the “2014 – List of Candidates” link. I was very happy to see the number of participants interested in representing the people of Qualicum Beach as councillor. Nine people wanting to serve the people with four available positions should give the people of Qualicum Beach a wide choice in deciding who we want to represent us. I was a little saddened to see, however, that according to the list of candidates, three of the nine, or one-third of the people running for council, are listed as not even living within Qualicum Beach. I do realize that under the B.C. Local Government Act this does not disqualify these people from running, but for some reason I can’t help but feel that my elected representatives should be part of the particular governmental region they represent. I hope that these candidates will promise the people of Qualicum Beach, that if successful in their bid to gain office, they will also reside in Qualicum Beach, so that they may share with us in the prosperity that their leadership will bring.
SCOTT FRASER, MLA Alberni-Pacific Rim
MICHELLE STILWELL, MLA
1-866-870-4190 e-mail: scott. fraser.mla@leg. bc.ca
Parksville Qualicum 250-248-2625 e-mail michelle. stilwell.mla@leg. bc.ca
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QUALICUM:
JAMES LUNNEY, MP Nanaimo-Alberni
TEUNIS WESTBROEK Mayor, Town of Qualicum Beach
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Town office: 250-752-6921 e-mail: mayor@ qualicumbeach.com
PARKSVILLE: RDN:
JIM RITTER See LETTERS, page A12
CHRIS BURGER Mayor, City of Parksville
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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I like having more jobs, but the pollution doesn’t do it for me. SASHA SMITH
Oceanside
No. The coal and the extraction process is not great for the environment. GEORGE MACDONALD
Why not? It’ll employ people. TERRY BUSHNELL Nanoose Bay
No, for the environment, clean energy… and health and safety of workers. JULIE MACDONALD Victoria
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WRONG ROUNDABOUT LOCATION In regard to the proposed Village Way/Highway 19A roundabout, I agree with letter writer Valerie Melanson (The NEWS, Oct. 7). I have lived in Qualicum Beach since 1996 and have never had a problem with that intersection, quite unlike the one at Memorial and Village Way, which I think is one of the worst in an urban area. All one needs at Highway 19A is a little patience and sensible driving practices, but at Memorial coming into Qualicum you do not have good sight lines down Memorial and half the time you just have to hope for the best and that the vehicle that might come up the hill is going at a sensible speed. So put a roundabout there — it makes much more sense. WALLY HILLIER Qualicum Beach
HOW ABOUT A DELUXE ROUNDELEX?
There has been a fair deal of talk about projects that are questionable and perhaps just a way to spend our tax dollars in Qualicum Beach. I note the debate on two proposed roundabouts, a waterfront revitalization/pier and a cruise ship terminal, as well we have some white elephants such as the old school bus building, (acquired at great expense) and the soon-to-be-retired old fire hall, (which received significant dollars in recent renovations and additions). Both locations will no doubt suck up more funding. And then we have the flashing light crosswalk signage on Village Way, which I have yet to see working.
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So here is a brilliant idea. The subject property is on a grade; what about a multi-lane helix/spiral roundabout, partially underground at Memorial and Village Way? This could cost us significant tax dollars in not only construction costs and property acquisitions, but the preliminary design fees are minimal. A very innovative and first of its kind project might be the ticket. We could call it a roundelex? ALLAN CLARK Qualicum Beach
GREAT MURDER MYSTERY LUNCH
On Oct. 5, at the Lighthouse Community Centre, Qualicum Bay, a friend and I had the pleasure of attending the matinee performance of a Murder Mystery and Lunch presentation put on by the Qualicum Bay Theatre Group. We would just like to say how much we enjoyed this performance. All the actors and actresses were wonderful and so talented. The hall was cleverly transformed into a nightclub setting and everyone in the audience were the night club patrons. It was really quite wonderful. There was an 18-piece dance band (Georgia Straight Big Band) which was very good and we could dance to it during the intermission. The lunch was delicious — fresh local chicken salad and fresh local apple cobbler and ice cream, etc. This whole show was put on by volunteers and we would like to say a very big thank-you to everyone who gave their time and effort, on the stage and behind the scenes to put this show together. They must have worked so hard to achieve such a great performance and a great lunch. VI CHUNGRANES AND GRETA TAYLOR Bowser
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A good time for a journey Two different ways to adventure on a long weekend
ers to God and did not have any sense of even an existence of a divine being. And yet, the idea of something more — a spiritual reality One of the great things to do on a long — intrigued them. Others chose to describe weekend is to put on your hiking shoes, pack themselves as acquaintances of God. a lunch and head off to one of our Island’s Finally, there was a group that suggested beautiful provincial parks on a day trip. they were not only friends of God, but that You have two options: the first is to pick they had been rescued by the actions of Jea random walking path and just go. This is sus, who was God who had stepped into histhe classic choice of the spontatory, and that they were on a journeous extrovert and can either ney with Him that was marked by end well, or with a man-hunt purpose, hope and forgiveness. carried out by rescue services! It was a group of young people The second option involves By Dan King that were standing at a “You Are locating the “You Are Here” sign. Here” sign for their souls. It serves to rescue us right away It made me think of the words from confusion and disorientathat Jesus spoke in the Gospel of tion, as it pinpoints where we are Matthew: “Are you tired? Worn and directs us to the best places out? Burned out on religion? to go. The results end up someCome to me. Get away with me where with a spectacular view. and you’ll recover your life. I’ll I find that our spiritual lives show you how to take a real rest. can be a bit like this as well: either our soul’s Walk with me and work with me — watch journey is one marked by a sense of feeling how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of lost or we have experienced a type of rescue grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting from the unknown and are now journeying on you. Keep company with me and you’ll with confidence in a direction that will bring learn to live freely and lightly.” How about us to a place where we find the life we knew you? Where would you say you are at in your we were meant to live. spiritual life? If you had to put your figure on I was recently speaking with a number of a spiritual map and identify your position, high school students about this. They were what point — stranger, acquaintance, friend, endeavoring to figure out where they were in follower — would you be at? their spiritual relationship with God, as re— Dan King is a pastor to youth and vealed in the person of Jesus Christ. young adults at Parksville Baptist Church. Some of them admitted they were strangE-mail: dan@parksvillebaptist.org.
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The food bank is in need, which a local draw hopes to help address heading into the crucial holiday season. A unique, convertible picnic bench-table is available for someone to win, for just $2, with all of the proceeds going directly to the Salvation Army Food Bank. Poverty activist Ken “Doc” Meuckon, well known for his previous Dr. Leather shop, designed the bench from inherited 1940s benches, with a back that flips up to become a table. He provides the material and allows some of the homeless seniors he helps house on his Coombs property build them for sale at local markets “to earn a few extra bucks to spend between cheques,” he said quipping that NHL stars and people on welfare are the only ones who only get money
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Craft fair paired with foods of the harvest ‘We know not everyone is into seafood’ JESSICA SKELTON reporter@pqbnews.com
Most wouldn’t associate the usual trappings of harvest time — turning leaves, preserves and Halloween treats — with the seaside, but that is exactly the mix you’ll find at the Deep Bay Marine Field Station (DBMFS) next Saturday. On Oct. 25, the research and interpretive centre will host its Artisan Harvest Luncheon and Craft Fair from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. “We have such a strong culinary tradition at the station and we wanted to do something that focused on that and the upcoming harvest season,” said Stephanie Richards, the field station’s facility co-ordinator. “And we know not everyone is into seafood.” The event will feature an optional buffet lunch prepared by the station’s chef Lila Ruzicka,
who came up with the harvest theme in the first place. Ruzicka will focus on non-seafood dishes in her menu of a hot option, sandwiches and salads. “It’s always interesting and amazing food,” said Richards. Food also plays a central theme in the craft fair that will be held throughout the event. Booths will feature homemade chutneys, baking and treats. Richards said there will also be live demonstrations at around 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., probably focusing on cooking and making preserves. Of course, there will also be a selection of non-edible craft items for sale. All in all, the station is hoping for 10-15 vendors to take part. The Artisan Harvest Luncheon and Craft Fair is just one of a variety of special events hosted by the station. Throughout the year, the station used concerts, cooking classes and afternoon teas — all catered in-house by Ruzicka’s kitchen — to try and attract people that
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Deep Bay Marine Field Station chef Lila Ruzicka and facility co-ordinator Stephanie Richards hope the Artisan Harvest Luncheon and Craft Fair on Oct. 25 will bring in new visitors to the station.
normally wouldn’t visit, said Richards. “We’re trying to get a whole range of people in.” Once there, Richard hopes visitors will also take advantage of the facility to learn about marine ecology and conservation through self-guided tours, on-
site aquaria and touch tanks and observing on-going research in the facility’s labs. Tickets to the harvest festival are available at the door and cost $10 for adults, $3 for students and free for children under 12. This price includes admission
to the craft fair as well as to the field station. The buffet lunch costs an additional $15. Also, if you are interested in being a vendor, booths are $25. To book a table or for general information on the event, call the DBMFS at 250-740-6611.
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Pat Collins shows off her piece “Ice Storm Kimono,” which took several months to complete. The kimono and 16 other pieces will be included in the Qualicum Weavers and Spinners Guild’s show “Keep Me Warm” at TOSH, running Oct. 27 - Nov. 17.
Winter is coming fast, but the Qualicum Weavers and Spinners Guild are prepared. From Oct. 27-Nov. 17, 17 members of the artisan group will showcase their projects at a show titled Keep me Warm at the Old School House Arts Centre. “We asked our members to think about things that would make people warm physically or … reminds them of warmth,” said Pat Collins, event coordinator for the guild. “They like the challenge of interpreting the theme.” Indeed, it was such a broad subject that participating members came up with a number of different ideas. John
Fitzpatrick decided to make a blanket featuring a unique Chinese tartan he researched. Linda Alexander, on the other hand, made a dog blanket titled “Keep my Friend Warm.” As for Collins, she took her inspiration from childhood winters and wove a kimono reminiscent of an ice storm. “I remember the ways the trees would glitter,” she recalled. No matter the subject matter, however, all artists had to use the traditional techniques fostered by the guild. Member Jan Curtis really took this instruction to heart. Not only did she hand spin alpaca wool into the yarn she used for her shawl, but she raised the alpaca herself.
Collins said this show encouraged members to try something they’d never done before. “You’re not alone with the group,” said Collins. “It helps people to stretch a little bit.” If you’d like to hear more of the stories behind the pieces in Keep me Warm (all of which are for sale), be sure to attend the opening reception on Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. at TOSH. Members of the Qualicum Weavers and Spinners Guild will be there to answer your questions. For more information on the guild, contact Pat Collins at 250-951-0178. You can also find their blog online at qualicumweaversandspinners. blogspot.ca.
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If you have to haul, do it in style DEL MAR, California. With a 12.5-metre turnIt’s a quintessential SoCal ing radius – which we (Southern California) put to the test when we morning. want to make a U-turn The marine layer is in full to take some photos effect; blocking a would– it’s quite impressive. be gorgeous sunrise. Yet Furthermore, it’s the that doesn’t stop avid all-in-one midsize truck The versatility sports enthusiasts from without compromise. and usability of taking a run along the It has the segment’s beach. Or taking to the these trucks appeal best horsepower thanks water for some morning to two great engines. to small business wave action. The first being a 2.5L, owners, families Nor does it stop couples 4-cylinder with 200 hp from walking arm-in-arm, or even outdoor and 191 lb-ft of torque, with their hands occupied lovers. the next being a 3.6L, by their morning coffee, V6 with 305 hp and Alexandra Straub and their midsize breed 269 lb-ft of torque. Both of pooch following close engines are paired to by. However, something does turn their a 6-speed automatic transmission; a heads. 6-speed manual is available on select A host of all-new 2015 midsize trucks extended cab 2WD models have them perplexed. They’ve nevCome 2015, a 2.8L Duramax Turbo-Dieer seen these kinds of Canyons or sel is scheduled to join in the engine Colorados gracing the streets before lineup. and wonder what all the commotion Want to tow a couple of dirt bikes, or is about. mount a couple of kayaks on the rear? Then again, it’s not uncommon to Sure! Not a problem. see midsized trucks in this part of the As I drove through Del Mar with a world. In fact, they’re a dime a dozen. trailer hitched to the back that carried Most are outfitted with surf racks, two incredibly clean dirt bikes, I barely toolboxes or have gear loaded in the felt they were there. bed. They are put to good use. The V6-endowed Chevy Colorado (or Anita Burke, GM’s chief vehicle GMC Canyon) tows up to 3,175 kg engineer of midsize trucks, explained (7,000 lbs.) with the trailering package, what makes this category of relatively so it has ample oomph to get it up small truck popular. The versatility some tough grades without breaking and usability of these trucks appeal to a sweat. small business owners, families or even When you want to access the bed – outdoor lovers. regardless of trim – they all come with
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When a car is typically refreshed, the designers add a new front bumper, grille headlights and rear taillights and call it a day. Not the case here, the 2015 Toyota Camry has all-new sheet metal, providing a sleeker and more eye-catching design. The wheelbase remains the same length but the track, side-toside has been widened for more stability. The overall length is only slightly longer, in the nose, to help
achieve the more polished look. The interesting thing is this new more youthful design actually makes the car look smaller, mostly due to the less slab-sided look used in the previous car and the tightly wrapped lines and shapes. This is now a very nice looking car but from about fifty paces the new Camry looks very similar to the new Corolla, which was refreshed last year and is selling very well. There is a new trim level in the Camry lineup, the XSE, sportier looking trim that enabled Toyota to lower the price of the, still sporty, SE trim by $2,000 to $24,990. In addition the SE trim has been added to the Hybrid model, enabling buyers of that efficient car to also enjoy a more distinctive design.
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Inside, the refresh focuses more on ease of use and refined materials. The top of the dash is the only carry-over part, which is still a soft touch material with French stitching. What has been added is faux suede on the doors with the ability to get two-tone seats in the Camry, also with faux suede, but the updated seats are only in the new XSE trim. The centre stack
now has bigger buttons and rotary dials for ease of use, a welcome update for older buyers. To appeal to younger intenders, the Camry has the latest connectivity and on the top XLE models a wireless charging system in the centre cubby but the phone either needs a special sleeve or integrated wireless charging technology. Plus, there is a new screen between the speedo and tachometer for a quick reference of the radio, navigation or phone calls. These are all welcome updates but the major competitor for this car is the Honda Accord and the interior on that car is much more upscale and technologically advanced, with two screens and a higher end feel.
Drive
Not just happy to make a more appealing looking car, the engineers also went about improving the ride, handling and noise inside the car. The track of the wheels has been widened and the lower end models also get wider wheels for improved feedback but the biggest change is to the steering feel. The Camry is equipped with electric power steering and these systems have been notorious for poor feedback
to the driver. This new 2015 Camry is a big step foreword. Straight-line stability has been improved and the car, with a more rigid platform and slightly stiffer springs and shocks, is now sending good feedback to the driver. To highlight this, a stock off-the-showroom 2015 Camry, with regular tires was used at the Charlotte Motor Speedway for hot laps. With a pro NASCAR driver at the wheel, this new sedan easily navigated around the oval at speeds over 200 km/h. No fuss, no problem. Not something anyone in a road-going Camry will experience but a good demonstration.
Verdict
What haven’t been updated are the engine and transmission choices. The same 178hp 2.5L 4-cylinder with a 6-speed automatic does duty along with an optional 3.5L V6 putting out 268hp. Yes, this is known equipment and these engines have a proven record but with Honda and other providing direct injection engines and new slick transmissions, it might be safe to go with “tried and true” but at some point these engines will require upgrades or replacements. As it stands, this is much more than a regular mid-cycle facelift. The 2015 Camry looks much better, drives with more confidence and has a pleasant interior. With the help of NASCAR, the Camry will remain a North American staple, this time with a lot more style. zack.spencer@ drivewaybc.ca
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driveway Making sense of new Canadian fuel consumption rating system A new fuel consumption rating system kicks in for all 2015 model year new cars and light trucks. The Government of Canada has finally approved the five-cycle test method, already used in the US since 2008. In general, those predicted fuel consumption figures on the EnerGuide label (on every new vehicle) will increase somewhere in the 10 to 20 per cent range, compared to a similar, or even identical, 2014 model year vehicle. As before, vehicle manufacturers are required to submit fuel consumption data to the federal government based on controlled laboratory testing procedures. This is done in order to produce results that are consistent and The Government and includes the use of standardized fuels, test cycles and calcuof Canada has finally repeatable lations. The underlying objective is to give a Canadian consumer making a approved the fivenew vehicle purchase decision an accurate and reliable way to compare fuel consumption. cycle test method, The three additional test cycles, added to the old two-cycle testing methalready used in the od, include cold temperature operation, air conditioner usage, and driving US since 2008. at higher speeds with more rapid acceleration and braking. Cars, roads and motoring habits have changed over the years and the new five-cycle test was Bob McHugh designed to better simulate modern driving. That said, and also as before, an owner’s actual on-road fuel consumption is still likely to be different, although closer to the new government test numbers. Real life fuel consumption not only varies depending on how and where you drive, it can also change with traffic, the weather, after dark and a bunch of other less obvious factors. If you want to check how your current vehicle would fare (and compare) in the five-cycle test, Natural Resources Canada (nrcan.gc.ca) has an online calculation tool that gives approximate fuel economy numbers for vehicles going all the way back to 1995. This is the web link: http://oee.nrcan. gc.ca/fcr-rcf/public/index-e.cfm The more fuel a vehicle burns is directly related to the amount of carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas, it pumps out the tailpipe. So, not only does a more fuel efficient vehicle cost less to operate, it also has reduced environmental impact. Fuel economy now transcends the small car market and is an important concern for buyers in just about every vehicle market segment. It’s also why fuel economy has become an increasingly important in the marketing of new vehicles, especially in the high-volume market segments. The car business is a highly competitive one and, as you might expect, auto makers try to build vehicles that do well, and get low numbers, in the government fuel economy test. A few have even overstepped D OWN PAYMENT the credibility line (by mistake, of course) and have agreed to compensate vehicle owners, most notably Hyundai and Kia a couple of years ago, Ford and Lincoln more recently. Major technological changes are also happening in the fuel economy race. Smaller and more efficient gasoline engines are available, hybrid vehicle sales are taking off, plugin hybrid vehicles are becoming more common and the pure electric vehicle is a competitive production reality. So, even the term “fuel consumption” may become obsolete, sometime in the future. Right now, however, if you walk into a new car dealership showroom, you’ll probably find both 2014 and 2015 editions of the same model vehicle for sale, side-by-side. If you don’t notice the asterisked note under the EnerGuide fuel consumption figure on the 2015, it’s easy to assume that it’s a less fuel efficient vehicle and that’s almost certainly not correct. The 2015 EnerGuide fuel consumption figure is simply more realistic and closer to what you’re likely to experience during day-to-day driving in the real world. bob.mchugh@drivewaybc.ca
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W. GEORGE LOW July 29,1930 - October 22, 2009
Time has a way of slipping by. But love and memories never die. Gone are the days we used to share But in our hearts you are always there, Forever loved, The gates of memory will never close missed & We miss you more than anyone knows. remembered. With tender love and deep regret Carol We who loved you will never forget & family
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Dec. 30, 1932 – Oct. 9, 2014
Now, with the passing of our father from leukemia we would like to celebrate his life. Dad was a bold entrepreneur with the idea that hard work and determination would help you succeed. He developed many of the subdivisions and homes that now dot the Parksville/French Creek area. Starting in the early sixties he would work the night shift in Port Alberni and build homes during the day. At this time Dad also started a private water utility which we built into the second largest private water utility in the province. During this time he also took the unusual step of starting a fishing lodge in Northern Saskatchewan with his late brother-in-law Mel Jaimeson. We are not sure why or how this started but the north has become an important part of our family.
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Dad also had a passion for travel and continued to travel up until the past year. He visited many different countries over the years and always had stories to tell. These were usually relayed during coffee break every morning. We would personally like to thank all his friends and past and present Kasba staff who have stopped by in the past couple of months to visit one last time. His vitality, passion, and drive will live on through his children, grandchildren and great grandchild. He is survived by his wife Nyna, sons Michael (Suzanne) and Robert (Louise), daughter Barbara (Douglas) Farrington, and their mother Doris. He is also survived by grandchildren Michelle Hill, Andrew (Meghan) Hill, Matthew (fiancÊe Amanda) Hill, Daniel Farrington, Crystal (Robert) Wright and great-grandson Robert; also survived by brother Donald, niece Catherine Hoggan, and nephew Leonard. He is predeceased by his parents Donald and Ida Hill, brother William, and sister Helen (Mel) Jaimeson. A Celebration of Life will be held on October 25 from 3 to 6 pm at Tigh-Na-Mara Resort in Parksville.
Dori Ogilvie
Feb. 17, 1951 - Oct. 19, 2011
We miss you, your laughter and your friendship. You will be in our hearts forever. Hermi & Sabine DEATHS
LOST- Plaid Cream & light green men’s coat. Missing from Rod & Gun. Sat Oct 11. Please return jacket and or keys to Rod & Gun or call 250882-6936.
Oceanside area to receive a visit from
SWM seeking a women between 35-45, who enjoys nature, walks & companionship. No email access. Plz contact via File # 50,PQB News, Box 1180, Parksville, BC,V9P 2H2
Doug was born in Dauphin, Manitoba and adopted by Don and Ida Hill. They resided in Manitoba until moving to Vancouver Island in 1948. A tradition of hard work was established by his parents.
HELP WANTED Very busy Okanagan Subaru dealership requires immediately a Service Manager. Must enjoy a fastpaced working environment and have a minimum of fiveyears automotive management experience including, parts, service, and warranty. This is a full-time position which includes competitive wages and full benefit package.Please reply in person, email or fax your resume to:Hilltop Subaru 4407 27th Street,Vernon BC Atten: Dayna Kosmino dckosmino@hilltopsubaru.com Fax: 250-542-1778
DEATHS
KARL THOMAS KARLEEN
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD P/T KITCHEN help wanted. Must have “food safe�. Flexible hrs. Drop off resume at French Creek Marine Pub 1025 Lee Rd. Attn: Andrew
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HELP WANTED DELIVERY DRIVER wanted for M & N Mattress 291 E. Isl. Hwy. Parksville. Please apply in person. PETRO CANADA in Qualicum Beach requires a Full Service gas Attendant Must be honest, reliable and personable, be able to multitask & work independently. Apply in person at 665 Memorial Ave., Qualicum, or fax resume to (250)7523057. No phone calls pls. The Lemare Group is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Hooktenders • Processor Operators • 980 Dryland Sort Operator • Boom Man • Heavy Duty Mechanics • Grapple Yarder Operator • Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers • Coastal Certified Hand Fallers • Hand Buckers Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca
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HOME CARE SUPPORT ARE YOU looking for Respite care or Companion care? Call Shanan (250)248-8024.
MEDICAL HEALTH KIM’S PROFESSIONAL Mobile foot care nurse. Serving Nanaimo to Qualicum Beach. (250)752-7554, (250)741-6970
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JOUNERYMAN Plumber/Gas Fitter required immediately for F/T employment with busy plumbing firm. Wage $30/hr to start+ benefits package. Reply to: workingonadream@ outlook.com
CARPET CLEANING. Call Tim at 250-954-5585. Truck mounted 25 years experience.
PERSONAL SERVICES
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ALL CLEAN House Cleaners. Exp. Reliable & Insured. Please Call: 250-668-4642 or email: info@allclean4you.ca
CARPET CLEANING
HOMESTEAD EXECUTIVE Cleaning. No home too big or small. Have a couple of openings for cleaning avail. Will clean daily - weekly - bi-weekly. Dependable - Honest - Efficient. 15 yrs successful exp. Free estimate 250-248-4244 SANDICLEAN Services are looking for clients in the Parksville/QB area. Call 250-2483321.
COMPUTER SERVICES BUYDENS Computer Services Offering PC Repair and Personal Tutoring From Nanoose to Deep Bay
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
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Karl was born in Vancouver and passed away suddenly but peacefully in Parksville. He was predeceased by his father Karl and mother Alice. Karl was a long time resident of Parksville where he was very involved in Special Olympics, bowling and Monday bingo at the seniors drop in centre, as well as other community organizations and events. A gentle and kind man, Karl was very well known and liked in the community and was a special friend to all those he knew and met. Karl is survived by brothers Terry (Linda), Ken (Kathy); nephew Kevin; nieces Kimberly, Karen, Kristie, Kendra & Kourtney. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to Catherine and all the staff at Halliday House, who treated Karl with loving care in the years he resided with them. He will be missed. A celebration of Karl’s life will take place at a later date.
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SNO N WMA NO & CHR ISTMN AS DEC ORATION FOR SALE S 228 Lodgepole Drive, Parksv ille Sat., Nov 30th 8am-Noon
Denman Island Christmas Cra ft Faire Sat & Sun Dec. 10am to 4pm 7 and 8,  both
days Two halls packed 30+ years of traditio to the brim with 80 artisans, n & this year’s Christm as gifts! Admission is free, Walk on the ferry lunch available in both halls. and take the shuttle to the Faire!
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14, 10am-3pm Gifts and foods by local artisans. available. Basket draw Lunch and refreshments ticket with purchase. Errington War Memo rial Hall, 1390 Errington Road
Morning Glory School’s Christmas Fair e Saturday, Nove mber 30 • 10am
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Children’s Activi ties and Crafts Wholesome food cafe Unique Gifts & Handcrafted Items
861 Hilliers Rd. off Hwy 4 (just minutes from Qualicum Beach) 250-752-2722 www.morningglory school.ca
CALL PAULINE TO ADVERTISE YOUR HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIRS AND SEASONAL EVENTS! 250-905-0012 to Grandmothers ChristmasersExt ravaganza! 6th Annual Craft Sale Crafts, Bakin g, Entertainment Door Prizes * Hoste ss Table Location: Qual ity Resort Bays ide Date: Fri. Nov.
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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
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DRYWALL Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Reno & Repair Specialist. 30 years of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB
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LUMBER SALES POSITION available. Sales experience an asset.
HANDYPERSONS
Apply in person with resume. Monday - Friday, 9am to 3 pm
ATTENTION SNOWBIRDS! A leak, broken window or frozen pipe could cause major problems if left unattended, including affecting insurance coverage. Call me to discuss your property monitoring needs. Reasonable rates, references available. VITO: 25O-24O-9613.
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SERVICE DIRECTORY Gardening
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BETTER LAWN & YARD CARE WE DELIVER! Bark mulch, top soil, fish compost, etc.
IRRIGATION BLOWOUT starting NOVEMBER Book now! Fall clean-ups, pruning, lawn mowing & weeding.
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KERRY GRAY EXCAVATING & TRUCKING Mini Excavator & Bobcat with Rubber Tracks & 6-8 Yard Capacity Dump Truck
• Landscape preparation • Stump removal • Driveway preparation • Land & brush clearing • Lawn removal • Site prep • Drainage ditching • Delivery of gravel, mulch, etc • Removal of yard debris • Demolition work
Tree Services
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Qualicum 1156 Wedgewood Close, Eaglecrest Oct 18 (9-4) Antiques,collectables, books, art, household appliances & lots of good stuff!
HAULING AND SALVAGE
PARKSVILLE. MOVING Sale. Friday & Saturday Oct 18 & 19, 9am-2pm. Garden tools & misc. 669 Soriel.
Qualicum-775 Canyon Cres Rd. (Sat) Oct 18. (9-1). Moving Sale.Household,kitchen, tools, garden. Everything must go!
Contractors CONTRACTORS
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Bobcat, Excavator, Dumping Services, Landscaping, Carpentry, Decks, Fences, Shops, Handyman Services. Concrete, Driveways & Drainage. WCB INSURED
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PARKSVILLE 3 Blower Rd. (Shellybrook Trailer Park) Oct 18 (9-5). Multi family & moving. Bar fridge, clothes, toys, kitchenware & collectables.
Ph: 250-586-3330 C: 778-441-2963
HAUL AWAY JUNK; big or small loads, garden and construction waste, garage cleanout. Call 250-240-1116.
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PARKSVILLE 1 Jenkins Pl. Oct 18 (8:30-2). Furniture, household & misc. All must go.
PARKVILLE. 335 Rheumer Cres. Large senior garage sale. Friday & Sat. Oct. 17 & 18, 10am-4pm. Lots of china, glassware & misc. household.
Contact Pauline at The Parksville Qualicum Beach News: 250-905-0012
LARGE ITEM PICK-UP SERVICE
1-800-818-0840
NANOOSE 2409 McDivitt Dr. Oct 18 & 19 (9-?). Assortment of everything!!
PARKSVILLEMULTI-FAMILY! 469 Craig St, Sat, Oct 18, 9-3pm. Absolutely no early birds! Brand new granite fusion sink, wrought iron glass table and end tables, miscellaneous furniture.
QUALICUM- 261 Elm St, Sat, Oct 18, 8-3pm. Tools, furniture, clothing, books, art, household decor, aluminum truck across box.
ALL TYPES of hauling. Small loads, garden waste, construction debris & junk. Call Ron 250-757-2094, 250-951-4625.
TREE SERVICE
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MOVING Sale Saturday 18th Oct 642 Beach Terrace, Qualicum Beach. 8am to 1pm Household items. also 36 ft Southwind Motorhome and Tow car for sale. $110,000 for both
PARKSVILLE - 830 Field Cres. Saturday, Oct 18, 8:30am -1:30pm. KITTY CONNECTIONS LAST FUNDRAISER FOR 2014 Household articles, misc tools, books, push mower, gas powered & electric weedeater, jams & jellies, assorted xmas items, & packets of cookies. All funds go towards medical expenses, including dental, food and supplies.
PARKSVILLE 517 Pym St. Oct 18 (9-11). Moving Sale. Quality furniture, table saw & tools, yard & garden tools, household items & freebies.
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PARKSVILLE 645 Wildgreen Way Oct 18 (8-1). Huge moving sale! Furniture, tools, household goods, kids clothes, toys, Xmas decor. Good quality.
HUGE FARM MOVING SALE. 3379 Alberni Hwy. All of October! Fri 4pm to dark & Sat 8am-1pm. Everything must go.
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The Regional District of Nanaimo has employment opportunities for casual Serviceperson Drivers in our Transit Services Department.
BRADLEY CENTRE Indoor Market & Garage Sale 975 Shearme Rd. October 19th.... 8:00 - 11:00AM. $8.00/ table. Call Frank 250-248-0676.
EX AIRLINE Selling tons of different clothes & giant garage sale in the house - 337 Willow Street, PV. Friday only this week, 9am-2pm. 89 Mint Honda CRX. (250)248-2029.
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HELP WANTED
GARAGE SALES
ERRINGTON 1874 Errington Rd. Oct. 18 (10-4). Moving Sale. This is it! Final Sale! New shop, new stuff.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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BLAIR’S FENCING Specializing in cedar panels, farm fencing & chain link. 14 yrs. expereience. Free estimates.
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CARE HOME REPAIR Experienced carpentry & painting. No GST! Senior’s Discount Call George @ 250-594-4407
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.
RETIRED Plumber Repairs, fixture replace, H/W tanks. (250)586-9691.
CARE-A-MINIUM IN Parksville- fully contained 1 bdrm patio home, walking distance to shopping, quiet complex for independent seniors offering some assistance. Rent inclds weekly housekeeping, heavy laundry, vacuuming, etc. Optional dining program available offering dinners Mon-Fri, wheel chair friendly, 1 sm pet allowed. Long term rental preferred. Peace of mind for the whole family. $1100/mo. Avail Nov 1. 607-265 Mills Street. Call (250)248-1018. CENTRALLY LOCATED 1 bdrm senior housing suite in Hustwick Place. Approx. 500 sq.ft. w/storage closet & balcony. Large bathroom w/walk-in shower. Ocean & mountain views. No vehicle parking, but scooter storage avail. in bldg. N/S, N/P. Avail. November 1st. $840/mo. Call 250-248-9154. MAPLE BAY Apartment in Executive Home. $900/mo. 1BR/2BA, kitchen & appliances. Washer/Dryer. Large living/dining area. Gated yard. Free Parking. Utils. extra. Available Oct 1. To apply, please contact maplebayrental@gmail.com
3 bedroom mobile home for rent on acreage in Bowser. 5 appliances. Available right away. References required. $800/mth 250-951-7473
Contractor with 30+ yrs exp. in reno’s relocating. Will renovate your home in exchange for tenancy. Call Julias 250-2408755.
IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER SYSTEMS WINTER FREEZE Protection. Irrigation Blow-outs. Call Aqua Nova (250)228-6682.
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OXFORD Home/Commercial Reno’s & Painting. Oct-Jan painting specials, 15% off. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. Call 250-228-5204. PROFESSIONAL PAINTER$18/hr. High quality workmanship. Call Julia, (250)594-6611
APARTMENT/CONDO
RE/MAX First Realty Property Management 101-897 W. Island Hwy, Parksville, B.C. Each office independently owner and operated
Available Rental Properties Bowser House: 5 bdrm, 2 bath, NS - $1300/mth 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, NP, NS, oceanview - $1100/mth Parksville Mobile: 2 bdrm, 1 bath, NS - $995/mth Condo: 2 bdrm, 3 bath NS, NP - $1400/mth 2 bdrm, 2 bath NS NP furnished - $1300/mth 1 bdrm, 1 bath, NP, NS - $975/mth Qualicum Beach House: 3 bdrm, 2 bath NS - $1450/mth 2 bdrm, 1bath NS - $1200/mth 2 bdrm, 2 bath NS, NP - $1400/mth 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath NS, NP - $1250/mth 2 bdrm, 2 bath, NS, small dog - $1500/mth Condo: 1 bdrm, 1 bath NS, NP – $950/mth Duplex: 2 bdrm, 2 bath, NS, NP - $1200/mth Nanoose Bay Condo: 1 bdrm, 1 bath, NS - $1000/mth 1 bdrm, 1 bath, NS, NP, $1050/mth 1 bdrm, 1 bath, NS, NP, furnished - $1100/mth
For details and pictures visit: www.remax-first-bc.ca or Call 250-248-1071 – 1-888-243-1071 Val or Ron
REPAIRS SMALL ENGINE REPAIRMarine, lawn mowers, weed eaters, pumps, welding. Good rates. Can pick-up and deliver. (250)752-2938, cell 228-4396.
Clean Burn Pellet Fuel Okanagan Pellet Fuel And Animal Bedding
Chris McLean 250-757-9232
PETS
or 1-877-581-3311
PET CARE SERVICES
cfmclean@shaw.ca We Deliver!!
CAT SITTING in my home. Safe, loving environment. No cages. 7 day to long term stay. Limited space. 250-740-5554
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES
FURNITURE Downsizing. Quality furniture: Sofa loveseat & chair $800 Love seat & 2 chairs $250. Antique 4 poster D bed & mattress. $1200. 250-248-5456
HOBBIES & CRAFTS
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251
FREE ITEMS 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).
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GRINSHEEP FIBRE Productions. Felting, spinning, knitting & weaving supplies. Tues Sat., 1 - 5 or by appt. 250-2486306. grinsheep@gmail.com
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2 bdrm, second floor 2 bdrm,third floor Clean, quiet, secure, on bus route. Heat/hot water included. $900./mo. NS/NP.
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 10 mins from Qualicum
COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).
MOILLIET MANOR
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
Recently re-decorated
1bdrm $450 NS/NP.
Available now
Call 1-250-594-3004
Call 250 248-9322 OCEAN SANDS RESORT on Rathtrevor Beach. Fully furnished 2 bdrm condos includes utilities, cable, phone & internet. Units available starting Sept 15. $1100/mo. Call (250)954-0662. PARKSVILLE- TOTALLY reno’d, ocean view, 2 bdrm apt. Free storage & parking, quiet bldg, heat/hot water included. Quiet tenants need only apply! Refs req’d. Available Nov. 1. $950. Call 250-248-3350.
HOMES FOR RENT
TRANSPORTATION
ERRINGTON: 1-BDRM, 700 sq.ft., 4 appl’s, wood/tile floors, large workshop. Absolutely NO SMOKING & no pets. $750/mo +utils. (250)248-6554
AUTO FINANCING
ERRINGTON: 2BDRM $850+. N/S. Pets neg. Share property, covered porch. 250-954-3750. PARKSVILLE: (3 mins from)2 bdrm+ office, older home. Electric heat, oil furnace. Cat ok, no parties, N/S. Ref’s req’d. $850/mo. Avail. now. Call Kathy (250)951-9886. QUALICUM BEACH Rancher. Walk to town, 3 bed, 2 bath, family room, gas F/P, NS/NP. $1350/mo. Avail. Nov. 1. Call (604)985-1563.
SHARED ACCOMMODATION QUALICUM- bachelor suite w/shared bath only. Incld utils, phone, wi-fi, W/D, rural; need car. $475. (250)594-6611. QUALICUM (Whiskey Creek)Big rm, priv entrance, includes utils, phone, wi-fi, W/D, need car. $450. Call (250)594-6611.
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MORE SPACE FOR LESS Storage Containers Currently available: 8’ x 20’ $105. + taxes. Open storage for RVs, cars, boats, trailers: $40. + taxes for first 20’ $2 each additional foot.
250-248-7100.
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2005 WANDERER 5th Wheel24’, excellent cond, GVW 3830. $8500. (250)757-2094.
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Smaller Kondors beat Whaler rivals Strong Ballenas and unbeaten Kwalikum thinking about provincials November 21-24 T YSON TAYLOR sports@pqbnews.com
The cross-town rivalry between Ballenas and Kwalikum Secondary senior boys soccer teams was renewed this past Tuesday afternoon as the two teams did battle on the pitch at the Qualicum Beach Recreation Fields. When the final whistle blew, it was the Kondors coming away with a 1–0 victory thanks to midfielder Daniel Doukakis, who finished a nice chip shot over the rushing Ballenas Whalers keeper with about 15 minutes left in the second half to give the Kondors the win. “We played very well, very controlled,” KSS head coach Butch Gayton said after the win. “Ballenas is a much bigger, stronger and athletic team and you’ve got to play them well to have a chance to win. We played very solid, had great contributions from the back end and our midfield and we were able to come away with the win.” Both teams battled hard, not giving much room for either side to come away with good, quality scoring chances. The Kondors played a finesse game, controlling the pace of play when they had the ball. The Whalers played more of a physical, straightforward game, utilizing their athletic ability and size over the much smaller and younger Kondors. “They’ve got a good number of starters on their team that are in Grade 12 compared to us,” Gayton said. “It shows be-
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Kondor Daniel Dukakis (burgundy) and Whaler Jory Clermont (blue) battle as the Ballenas Whalers and Kwalikum Kondors renewed their rivalry on Tuesday afternoon. The Kondors squeaked out a 1-0 win, their second in a row in league play.
cause when we’re out there on the field, our starting side is comprised mostly of Grade 11s and they’re a lot smaller than
the starters they have. We had to make some adjustments as we went along to make sure that we could keep the game
at our skill level, which I thought we did a tremendous job with.” That now makes it two league wins in a row for the Kondors, who were flying high after an unbeaten weekend in Campbell River, with victories over Mark Isfeld and Highland Secondary, both with scores of 4–0. “We’re playing pretty good for a shortened season,” Gayton said. “We still haven’t quite figured out our final formations but with the way these kids have been playing, we’ll see a formation that suits us in tact very soon and we’ll look to execute it as best we can going forward.” With provincials slated for November 21–24, teams have just over a month left to get their systems in order and the Kondors are looking to have their pieces put together in the weeks leading up to the North Island and Island tournaments. “We’ve got the right guys to make it there,” Gayton said. “I don’t think that provincials are a stretch for us. It’s just a matter of coming together as a team and putting our best foot forward at the same time. For only having started the season a few weeks ago, these boys have shown that they can play and play well as a team.” The Kondors are back in action today, taking on another tough challenge in the Dover Bay Dolphins. With two league wins so far, the Kondors will look to keep their unbeaten streak alive and go for their third straight league win.
VIJHL HOCKEY
Generals looking for sixth coach in 13 months T YSON TAYLOR
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The Save–On–Foods Oceanside Generals are searching for their sixth coach in the last 13 months — Jason Johns resigned last week. In a move that came after the team had announced that Johns was suspended for seven days, Johns handed in his letter of resignation and gave his 12-week notice, citing personal reasons.
It’s a move that comes just 13 games in to the season, with the Generals sitting last in the North Division with a record of two wins, 11 losses. Johns took over as head coach this off-season after the Generals went through four coaches last season, with an interim coach taking over at one point as well. “Jason came in here and put his stamp on this team right away, which was great,” GM Lou
Gravel said. “As the season started out, things started to go the other way that we had hoped and it was then that it started to get tough, for everyone. At the end of the day, we have nothing but great things to say about Jason Johns and everything that he did for this team during his time here.” The resignation of Johns adds to a tough week for the Generals, who lost three games last
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Goalie Austin Caktas and the Generals look to bounce back from three straight losses last week against the Kerry Park Islanders tonight.
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Gens look to win on road CONTINUED FROM PAGE A32
There will be some more lineup changes this week for the Gens, thanks to injuries. Goaltender David Anderson is out with an ankle injury; Brendan Bilotta and Mathieu Jallabert are still sidelined with injuries as well. Jacob Longmore is close to a return but will be questionable this week, meaning with the holes up front, the Gens have called on three AP’s, forwards Matthew Davis, Ziyan Karim and defenseman
Kristofor Zlomislic, for tonight’s game from the Vancouver Chiefs of the B.C. Major Midget League. The Gens play tonight against the Kerry Park Islanders (6-6) in Mill Bay. Catch the game on 88.5 The Beach, with Dominic Abassi. Saturday, they return home, 7:30 p.m. puck drop, to take on the Victoria Cougars (9–1). The Gens have yet to win a game on the road this season, with both of their wins coming at home.
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the club’s longevity through the years. In the end, the men took home the trophy by a close score of 104 to 90. The doors to the club opened in December 1964, with 194 signed on as the original members. Since then, the club has enjoyed men’s leagues, women’s leagues, mixed leagues, stick leagues, novice leagues and junior leagues. The club has held bonspiels, competitions and provincial championships, as well as the Pacific Rim Championship. The club has even honoured a few provincial championship winners. But it’s the spirit of the people that come
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When selling your home, it’s more than purchase price and location that will make or break a deal. How your home looks is also very important. Your REALTOR® can give you an objective opinion of what you need to do. REALTORS® have the experience and knowledge that can help identify problem areas or suggest improvements. In most cases, REALTORS® will not suggest major renovations. A few minor repairs here and there and a thorough cleaning are usually all that are required. Cleaning up the homestead: Almost all buyers are on the lookout for one thing -- a clean home. Many will walk away if a home looks uncared for, or make an offer much lower than the listing price. Ensure your home is spotless and free of clutter. The two
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To renovate or not to renovate: Most renovations do not translate into an increase in selling price of more than the cost of the renovations themselves. Painting, wallpapering and modest landscape improvements usually recover their costs, but major projects such as new patios, decks or additions rarely do. This article was prepared by the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board“An Association of Realtors”, for the information and benefit of consumers.
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Commercial realtors help sell Does a commercial REALTOR® add value to a sale, or are business owners better off selling their businesses themselves? Weigh your options wisely and take note of these important considerations. Selling a business is complex. It requires the expertise of a professional who understands the commercial market and can follow through with an aggressive marketing plan to sell your business for its maximum value. Your REALTOR® can develop a comprehensive marketing plan that far exceeds anything you can create on your own. Your property will be put in front of buyers worldwide, providing maximum exposure. Your commercial REALTOR® will also provide REALTORS® - only tours, targeted newspaper listings, direct mail pieces, signs, advertising on CLSLink and other marketing activities. Setting the price of your business is vital and requires extensive knowledge, training and access to the latest market information. Can you accurately gauge the value of your business in today's changing market? Can you risk pricing your business too high and discouraging potential buyers or pricing it too low and losing some of your equity? Commercial REALTORS® are experienced negotiators. Ask yourself this: are you able to be objective while a potential buyer walks through your business pointing out flaws and potential problems? Are you able to suggest financing options to potential buyers? REALTORS® are skilled in arranging financing and closing deals. They also provide undivided loyalty in protecting your negotiating position at all times. A commercial REALTOR® will implement marketing initiatives, advise you on market conditions and prepare your legal documents when drawing up a legally binding contract. This article was prepared by the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board“An Association of Realtors”, for the information and benefit of consumers.
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26-1059 TANGLEWOOD PLACE $619,000
1424 STATION ROAD
$725,000
• Beautiful ocean view condo on the amazing Rathtrevor Beach
• Private treed 5 acre lot w/custom built home • Updated kitchen w/granite counter tops • Hardwood flooring, newer SS appliances • Bonus is the 2 one bedroom detached suites • Extensive updating through home and suites
18 Acre River Front $238,900
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LITTLE QUALICUM RIVER • 4.94 Acres • Panoramic ocean/mountain views • Private MLS # 376706
• Panoramic ocean view property • Allows for 2 homes • Many trails in the area
MLS # 368087
• 2 homes allowed • End of road • 12’ x 24’ storage unit • Southern exposure
• 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
MLS # 373584
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701 Camas Way, Parksville $343,900 • 1900 sq ft 4 bedroom home • Completely upgraded including kitchen, bathrooms, flooring and roof • Large landscaped yard with RV parking • Close to all school and amenities
102-354 Morison Ave. Parksville $229,000 • • • •
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3-3199 Brooklin Lane, Hilliers $169,000 • 2 bedrooms and 1100 sq. ft., super quiet setting • 5 minutes from Qualicum Beach • Immaculate and 5 appliances included *Rates subject to change without notice. Certain conditions may apply based on OAC, E & OE*
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206-309 Morison Avenue, Parksville $139,000
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Have you been thinking of simplifying your lifestyle and moving to an easier home to care for? We are hosting a free very informative seminar on Tuesday, October 21st @ 1:00 at the Parksville Travel Lodge (424 W. Island Hwy, Parksville) to help you explore the many housing options available in our community. Perhaps you have been thinking of downsizing to a smaller home, patio home or condo, independent seniors living or assisted living and simply do not know what is available. We want to help you explore your options so that you can make an informed decision when determining your next step. There will be a variety of guest speakers, professionals in their field to discuss everything from possible home choices (such as Emerald Estates & The Gardens), June Smart who owns Smart Moves & specializes in senior’s relocation and a financial professional who can provide financing options available. Most of us are not aware of the many affordable housing choices available and avoid making any decision as it may seem overwhelming. We are here to provide information, current market conditions, show you some of the choices and let you know there is help every step of the way. This event will be hosted by Karen Roberts; Seniors Real Estate Specialist. Coffee & cookies will be served. Please call 250-248-7612 or e-mail sold@shaw.ca to confirm as seating is limited and we had a full house @ our last seminar.
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• One bedroom oceanview condo • Centrally located to all amenities • 55+ complex, no rentals and one small pet allowed
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• 3 bed/2 bath 1140 sq.ft • Newer windows and roof • Single detached garage and garden shed • RV hook-ups, fully fenced backyard
• 2 bed/ 3 bath 1970 sq.ft. • Walk-on waterfront, double garage • Excellent income potential w/ vacation rental or long term tenant
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• 4 bed/3 bath 3080 sq ft • Large family room off kitchen • Beautifully landscaped fenced backyard • Heat pump, RV hook-ups & excellent location
• 1.17 acre riverfront lot • 1100 sq.ft. footings in place • Located in quiet area of Little Qualicum River Village
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• Fully serviced RV lot • Use of waterfront clubhouse • Short stroll to the beach
MLS# 379752
• 2 bed, 1 bath, 864 sq. ft, • Open floor plan • Detached workshop, easy walk to ocean
MLS# 373360
PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS $194,900
INVESTMENT OR STARTER $211,900
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MLS# 374920
FAMILY FRIENDLY PARK $149,900
• 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
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984 sq. ft., 2 bed / 2 bath 7 year old, .21 acre mountain view Kitchen island w/ eating bar 12x12x24 storage unit is included
• 1540 sq.ft./ 3 bed./ 2 full bath • 10x15 sunroom / 10x10 workshop • Fully fenced backyard, beautifully landscaped • Family friendly park
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Private & peaceful with beach access Backing onto Brickyard Bay Oak floors, gourmet kitchen, steam spa 3,065 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths
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Qualicum Woods acreage Separate in-law suite, amazing gardens 3,075 sqft., 4 beds, 4 baths 1,054 sqft. workshop, greenhouse & shed
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Aaron Nicklen*
4287 PARK AVENUE
• gorgeous walk on waterfront • 2700 sq. ft. of luxury living • high ceilings, granite, wood floors • double garage, sep. shop, Bowser
$925,000
Kevin Clayton
509-1155 RESORT DRIVE
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Fabulous TIGH-NA-MARA Largest spa bungalow 835sf Dynamic amenities for 100% ownership Extremely well managed rental pool for peace of mind
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906 WALLY’S WAY, PARKSVILLE
1820 sqft, 3 bed, 2 bath rancher in Wembley Estates Move in ready, open concept, exquistely crafted home Expansive Great Room, custom cabinetry & natural gas FP 5x7 walk in pantry, granite counters, hardwood & tile Timber frame covered patio w/sunny, southern exposure
$489,000
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Walk-on waterfront; 1 acre Open concept, rock fireplace Guest cottage, 2 beds, 1 bath 3,428 sqft, 3 beds, 4 baths
$699,000
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• spacious 3 bed, 3 bath rancher • family room, skylights, sunroom • 100 x 100 lot, Qualicum Woods
Dale Rumming $345,000
2311 MATE PLACE
• gorgeous views across Georgia Strait • 2400 sq. ft. totally renovated luxury • entertainment deck, gourmet kitchen • private natural setting in Nanoose
Kevin Clayton $569,000
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Choice corner lot, 0.29 of an acre Quiet cul de sac near marina & golf On Dolphin & Sea Otter Drive Ocean & mountain views possible
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• 3 bed/2 bath 1077 sf rancher • .56 ac in PV, walkable to all amenities • Lovely treed parcel backs to estuary
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Custom home on 2 1/2 acres Summer kitchen, lots of R.V Parking South exposure, fenced for horses 3 bed 3 bath, level building lot for shop
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3,167 sqft., including 700 sqft. suite 0.98 of an acre Close to town centre Quality finishes throughout
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Elegant & easy lifestyle 3100 sq.ft. Fairwinds home Home office potential Views of golf course, ocean & mountains
$599,000
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3110 sqft, 4 bed/2 bath character home Newer kitchen, baths, roof, some updated windows Beautifully landscaped, fenced .82 acre property Ocean views, circular driveway and more
$725,000
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spotless 2 bedroom patio home 1 bath, sunroom, 5 appliances great location, open plan rentals and pets are allowed
Brenda Nicolls $149,000
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40-493 PIONEER CRESCENT
• 2 bed, 1 bath, 1000 sq.ft. open concept home • Centrally located, easy maintenance yard • GREAT neighbourhood, GREAT location
$225,000
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658 WEDGEWOOD CRESCENT
• 3 bd/1.5 ba/+fam rm/ocean side of IsHwy • Beside park/walkable to arena/schools • Spacious fenced yard, nice lot
$314,900 Jill Tuggle *PERSONAL REAL ESTATE COPORATION
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Discover the trails of Parksville Qualicum Beach! Sponsored by Outsider Adventures Inc. and Island Cycle Parksville
Incredible vistas — don’t get disoriented MICHAEL ADDISCOTT NEWS Contributor
A few weeks ago, I featured Enos Lake as a family-friendly, low-elevation hike, starting from Fairwinds Road near the Nanoose Hill parking lot. While the trails described allow easy access to some attractive natural environments and lakeside viewpoints, they don’t permit the reward of an open vista and the opportunity for orientation this can provide. Fortunately, by accessing the trail network from the far side, or navigating across the area to the north side of Enos Lake, an opportunity exists to gain some elevation, pop out above the trees and enjoy an expansive coastal panorama from “Dave’s Lookout”. A wander around the various rocky outcrops and mossy, convex summits offers a number of perspectives from the Beaufort and Arrowsmith Ranges to Nanoose Bay, the Lantzville Hills and Nanaimo, around to a fine view North-East up The Salish Sea with Lasqueti, Texada, Hornby, Denman and Ballenas Islands standing dark above the shimmering water. Interestingly, every time I have explored here, I have, for a short period at least, found myself disoriented and had to find a landmark to reclaim my equilibrium. This is in spite of a reasonable degree of competence in wilderness travel and the fact that I’ve been concentrating on maintaining an awareness. Reading a number of blogs by hikers, trail runners, naturalists and tourists demonstrates ease of getting lost as a recurring theme on these trails. My thought is that the various inclines which slope towards lakes and streams run in so many different directions, often changing subtly during the course of a trail, that one can easily be turned around without noticing. It’s a good exercise in navigation to re-orient yourself, and there are a number of landmarks, tools and techniques that can assist with this. Most obvious out here is to make use of the maps that are interspersed on the more prominent trails. Please note that these require some mental gymnastics as, irrespective of the way they are positioned, the maps read north as up. While this, in itself, is a good standard, normal navigational practice would see the participant turn
PHOTO BY MICHAEL ADDISCOTT
The efforts of an uphill hike are rewarded with attractive views at ‘Dave’s Lookout’ on the north side of Enos Lake in Nanoose Bay.
the map and themselves to orient both to the lay of the land.... Not an option when the map has been fixed firmly into the ground, facing the wrong way. This means that to read the map, you will often have to imagine it upside down, with travel along trails in the opposite direction of how you are reading it and junctions requiring a turn to the opposite direction of what one might think. In an already challenging environment, such additional work is frustrating, time consuming and has the potential to lead the less experienced astray. Simply replacing the maps in the ground, turned to display the image in line with how the land actually lies, would help enormously. Naturally, bringing a compass and a pre-printed map of the area can also help enormously. The compass alone, in conjunction with awareness of the direction from which one left the parking lot, can make the difference between returning in approximately the right direction or mistakenly heading further away from the intended exit point. I can honestly say that, after the trees have obscured my view for half an hour’s walking or so, my compass and my instinct have been at odds, and
only my faith in the navigational process have allowed me to turn in the correct direction at forks in the trail. In saying that, it’s important to keep your situation in perspective. You are not “lost” in the greater meaning of the word, and this holds true in most wilderness situations. You know you are on Vancouver Island, haven’t left the Nanoose area, are bordered by houses, roads and sea, and are therefore in a fairly small pocket from which you can work your way out. Within that pocket major trails and water bodies provide opportunities to identify your position and, once again, a compass can help enormously in this. Simply shooting a bearing down a long section of trail or along a waterway and comparing it to similar features on the map can often limit your potential location to 2 or 3 points. With this knowledge, other factors like the lay of the land, the direction of intersecting trails, the proximity of streams etc. will often leave you with only one relevant point to match the description. Having said all this, heading to the highpoint of the area and returning by the same route is relatively straightforward. Schooner Cove Road ends in a
parking area, and the gated gravel trail that continues on leads to the first intersection and its (inverted) map. The trail you’ll take continues in a South-West direction for approximately 700 metres before meeting the attractive trail along the North-East shore of Enos Lake. A left turn onto the “Dave’s Lookout Trail” will lead directly up onto the more barren summit area. This is more or less a rounded ridge which you will follow in a North-East direction for around 500 metres. There are a few points where the trees open out and the view does likewise, first looking back towards Little Mountain, then Nanoose Bay, until a very obvious high point is attained from where the sea and sky provide a rewarding incentive to stop, identify landmarks and, if you’ve come prepared, enjoy a snack, hot chocolate or whatever other treat you like to pack. See more photos from this hike and many others on the Outsider Adventures Inc. Facebook page or on www.outsideradventures.com
What to bring: Check weather forecast and dress accordingly. Pack any spare clothes or waterproofs you may require. Always carry a whistle where it can be immediately accessed, such as clipped to a backpack strap or on a lanyard outside your clothing. This hike involves some steeper gradients on rough surfaces so lugged trail runners, hiking shoes or boots are advisable. Always pack a flashlight or headlamp at this time of year. Carry a small first aid kit with heat packs and a survival blanket. Make sure you have any prescription medication or allergy treatments you require. Leave a route plan and estimated time of your return with a friend or family member or put it on the dashboard of your car.
Getting there: From Northwest Bay Road, follow Powder Point Road anti-clockwise or Stewart Road then Davenham Road clockwise onto Dolphin Drive. Look for Schooner Cove Drive heading inland and park at the end.
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