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Errington man has power cut off; Hydro not happy CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com

An Errington resident who has ripped a Smart Meter off his house claims he’s been “degraded” by BC Hydro. Michael Meszaros contacted The NEWS last week, claiming BC Hydro disconnected his power without any explanation Wednesday. “I wasn’t given notice that my power was going to be terminated until they were there cutting the line,” Meszaros said in an e-mail. “I had talked to a supervisor at BC Hydro and he assured me that there were no problems with my account or threat of termination of the utility service and then a couple days later BC Hydro came to my property and cut my power line.” But BC Hydro manager of community relations Ted Olynyk said “this isn’t a billing issue.” Olynyk confirmed power was cut off from Meszaros’ residence along Elmdowne Road. Olynyk said it was because “he took his (smart) meter off and mailed it to us (BC Hydro) and put on another meter.” Olynyk expressed irritation about what he called “tampering with BC Hydro equipment,” and he said he believed Meszaros’ actions are illegal. Moreover, Olynyk alleges the company had been in contact with the customer and gave him “several notifications in writing and by phone” prior to cutting off his power supply. “It’s a bit disingenuous (for Meszaros) to say ‘I’m surprised Hydro did that,’” Olynyk said. “You can’t just go buy a meter — it has to be approved by Measurement Canada.” See HYDRO SAYS:, page A7

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TOY DRIVE ON WEDNESDAY: A group of Tigh-Na-Mara staff members and some of their children enjoyed the sticky task of making a gingerbread house in the lobby of the resort on Tuesday. Little Elisa Burroughs, above, was hands down the most enthusiastic helper. The sugary shack is part of the annual Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive (Nov. 26 this year from 6:30-10 a.m.) for the Society of Organized Services’ Caring for Kids at Christmas campaign. See page A5 today for a story about the event.

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No recount for Lasqueti Island JOHN HARDING

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It’s doesn’t get any closer. Incumbent Peter Johnston was on the outside looking in Saturday night after losing his Lasqueti seat on the Islands Trust board by one vote to challenger Timothy Peterson. Two seats were up for grabs on Saturday. Incumbent Susan Morrison was the top vote-getter with 142, fol-

lowed by Peterson with 113 and Johnston with 112. In municipal elections, no automatic or judicial recount is initiated in a close vote. It’s up to a candidate to ask for a re-count, and he/she must make a case for its need to a judge. Johnston told The NEWS he is not going to ask for a recount. “They counted them (the votes) a couple of times,” said Johnston. “I

have total trust in the people working (doing the vote counting).” Lasqueti Island, less than 20 kilometres off the shore of Parksville Qualicum Beach and home to about 400 residents, also sends a representative to the Powell River Region District board of directors. Incumbent Merrick Anderson was unopposed in this election and took his seat back by acclamation.

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Referendum results from Saturday’s vote

Residents of the Nanoose Bay Water Service Area voted an overwhelming “yes” to borrowing $2.6 million for upgrades. According to the RDN’s Randy Alexander, the money will go towards “maintenance replacement projects” targeting aging asbestos cement water mains and pump house upgrades. The referendum question was tagged onto Saturday’s election and 917 people voted in favour while 223 voted against it. Alexander, RDN general manager of regional and community utility, explains the project represents the first five years of a 15-year capital plan to upgrade the Nanoose Bay Peninsula water system. He said this is independent of the Englishmen River Water Service. The full amount of the increase to parcel taxes over the next five years will be approximately $95 and the cost will be shared between Nanoose Bay Water Service Area property owners. The borrowing will occur as needed between 2015 and 2019. For more information contact the Regional District of Nanaimo Water Services Department at 250-390-6560. Meanwhile, Deep Bay/Bowser (area H) residents also voted “yes” to establishing the Northern Community Marine Search and Rescue Contribution Service which will annually requisition $5,000 or $0.006/$1,000 of taxable land value. For all the election results and stories published in Tuesday’s edition of The NEWS, visit www.pqbnews.com. — NEWS Staff

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One Parksville woman lost more than $3,000 in an online scam and Oceanside RCMP are warning others to use caution on the Internet.

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Local woman loses $3K CANDACE WU

In our Nov. 13 edition, we incorrectly identified the person who did the Last Post at the Bowser Legion’s Remembrance Day ceremonies. It should have stated it was Bill Cave. The NEWS apologizes for the error.

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A 60-year-old Parksville woman is out more than $3,000 after falling prey to a unique case of Internet fraud, according to Oceanside RCMP. Cpl. Jesse Foreman said the victim used a dating website known as Flirt, where she met a man who convinced her to wire thousands of dollars away through Money Gram, an online medium for transferring cash. Flirt’s website (www.flirt.com) advertises itself as “the perfect site for singles who know what they want … chat, meet new mates, watch fancy webcam sessions, choose a life partner or just flirt without serious intent.” The website boasts women are allowed to message men at no cost. Foreman said it appears the fraudster claimed his uncle in England had recently died leaving him a large inheritance, however he told the victim he had cancer and needed additional finances to get his legal proceedings in order. Foreman called this particular set up “unique.” Foreman said online frauds are generally either dating scams or inheritance scams, but hardly ever both. “This is the first time I’ve seen a combination of both,” Foreman told The NEWS.

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He said the police see a great deal of attempted scams, but rarely deal with “somebody actually being conned into going down to the bank and wiring money to somebody.” Foreman noted it is very difficult for the RCMP to do anything about scams after the fact. “A lot of times once a person is defrauded it’s difficult to track them (fraudsters) down,” he said. “Often they use pay-as-you-go phones and are good at covering their tracks … and where they are saying they are calling from is often not actually, well probably never, where they are.” Foreman said this serves as a good example for residents to use caution. “Please do not fall for this scam and do not wire, transfer, or send money to anybody you do not know personally,” advised Foreman. “If you cannot verify a person’s identity and vouch for their honesty and integrity, do not provide them with any money.” According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, in 2011 “romance scams” emerged as the highest grossing scam with more than $12 million reported in losses Canada-wide. The CAFC said these scams have proliferated with the increase of social media and dating websites. For more information visit www.antifraudcentrecentreantifraude.ca/english/index.html.

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THE SOCIETY OF ORGANIZED SERVICES’ CARING FOR KIDS AT CHRISTMAS CAMPAIGN

Making magic at Christmas

The Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive takes place Nov. 26 and everyone is welcome LISSA ALEXANDER Special to The NEWS

It arrived on a cold November morning to the SOS, a piece of mail that made everyone stop what they were doing. The envelope was addressed to the SOS Christmas Program, with no return address and sealed with layers of scotch tape. Inside there was a wrinkled, five-dollar bill. Perhaps the sender has been helped by the program in the past, perhaps they’ve seen what it has done for others in the community, whatever the reason, the offering brought with it some extra Christmas spirit to the office that day, and reaffirmed the magic of giving. There are a number of individuals, families, businesses and organizations that come together to assist the SOS with its Caring for Kids at Christmas program, to try and make Christmas special for local residents. If you would like to donate visit www. sosd69.com, or drop in Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 These are shut-ins, p.m. to the SOS loelderly people, people cated at 245 West who don’t have family or Hirst Ave. in Parksare having hardship — ville. anybody in need The Tigh-NaANDREA MORGAN Mara Toy Drive is a boom for the SOS Christmas program. Running since 2009, last year almost 1,600 people attended the event, bringing with them a new, unwrapped gift or donation and receiving a free breakfast. The toys help fill the SOS Toy Shop, where low-income parents, grandparents and caregivers can pick a gift for their children and youth. Cash donations buy local grocery store gift cards for adults. The Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive is taking place on Nov. 26 this year, with breakfast going from 6:3010 a.m. For those short on time, there is a drive-through breakfast and toy drop-off from 7:30-10 a.m. and people can enjoy a quick coffee, tea and muffin. General Manager of TighNa-Mara and the man who started the event, Paul Drummond, said he

loves the sense of community and enthusiasm created by the event, including his staff members who enjoy volunteering their time every year to run the show. He said other organizations who are doing toy drives for the same cause are welcome to come drop off their toys, as was done by Joe Cunningham from his car dealership in Parksville a couple of years ago. “Joe came by with two or three vans full of toys,” he said. “That was really cool.” The Qualicum Beach Newcomers Association has been assisting the SOS by putting together stockings for individuals in this community since 2006. “These are shut-ins, elderly people, people who don’t have family or are having hardship — anybody in need that doesn’t get a little bit of Christmas cheer,” explained Andrea Morgan, who is co-ordinating the Christmas Stocking program with Cyndi Jarvis. The two are hoping their members will stuff 150 stockings this year with things like chocolate, books, soap, scarves and other items of their choice. Morgan and Jarvis will then deliver the stockings to the SOS which will distribute them to a list of its clients, and also to seniors referred by other local organizations. Members of the public are welcome to call the SOS if they know someone who would benefit from a stocking. Seniors coordinator at the SOS, Dawn Barry, will be facilitating the distribution of the stockings again this year. She said last year she heard wonderful feedback from volunteer drivers who delivered the stockings, and she was able to give a stocking to a client herself at the SOS. The senior indicated there would be nothing under her tree that Christmas, and when Barry surprised her with the stocking, she was overcome with emotion. “She just wrapped both arms around the stocking and hugged it,” Barry said. “It was very moving.” Two Newcomer Alumni groups also assist in filling stockings for the program.

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A recent letter addressed to the SOS Christmas Program brought more than a donation to SOS. The offering underscores what the Caring for Kids at Christmas program means to people, and is spreading Christmas Spirit.

The Parksville Qualicum Beach News runs Coins for Kids every year to benefit the SOS and Salvation Army. The program started as Pennies for Presents in 1996 by Black Press Newspapers on Vancouver Island. “For the past two years, readers of The NEWS have contributed $6,500 for these two worthy community organizations,” said Parksville Qualicum Beach News publisher, Peter McCully. In the coming weeks, readers will have the opportunity to

donate to Coins for Kids online, via www.blackpress4good.com. Last year, the SOS received 882 applications for help, encompassing 1,194 adults and 966 children in this community. In order to meet the needs of the community again this year, the SOS is trying to raise $115,000 and enough gifts to ensure all children and youth in the community have something to unwrap on Christmas morning. For more information call 250-248-2093.

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DOWNTOWN PARKSVILLE

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A BIG Thank You To all my many supporters and those who helped me on my campaign.

Members of the Parksville Downtown Business Association are getting into the Christmas spirit with a new promotion designed to bring joy to a lucky contest winner and a little glitz to the downtown Business Improvement Area. It’s called “North Pole-apalooza” and it’s the ultimate in up-cycling. Thirty-seven participating businesses — from restaurants to boutiques to engineering firms and travel agencies — are putting their individual twists on cardboard carpeting “inner-tubes” and turning them into unique North Poles. The public can vote for their favourite North Pole from Nov. 22 to Dec. 19 and be entered to win a Gotta Love Downtown gift basket, brimming with donations from the businesses displaying a PDBA north pole. “North Pole-apalooza” was created by PDBA directors Sandy Herle (Close to You), Carol Ormiston (Parksville Home Hardware), and Melisa Beatty (Coastal Community Credit Union) to add sparkle to downtown through the use of a unifying theme. It was also a way for downtown’s many service businesses to get involved in a seasonal promotion. — NEWS Staff/PDBA news release

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B.C.’S SENIORS ADVOCATE SEEKS APPLICANTS

Wide range of seniors sought for Council of Advisers The council will meet four times per year, by phone or in person B.C.’s Seniors Advocate, Isobel Mackenzie, is seeking applicants for a council of advisers on seniors’ issues. The council, made up of 25-30 volunteer seniors from around the province, will represent diverse backgrounds, ages, geographical areas and cultures. “I am seeking the voice of seniors from a wide range of communities and experiences,” said Mackenzie. “Their opinions matter in recommending change as we move forward.” The selection committee is seeking representation from seniors all along the

health care continuum from completely CO), and COSCO will make the final independent and active seniors to those recommendations for the council memrequiring care, including the voices of se- ber appointments. COSCO is an umniors who speak for themselves through brella organization made up of seniors’ a proxy (family caregivorganizations and inTheir experience and er, spouse or child). dividual members. perspective will help The council will bring Mackenzie stated, “COdetermine the most forward issues and conSCO represents seniors wide-ranging composition from every area in B.C. cerns from their commuof the council nities and from their own Their experience and ISOBEL MACKENZIE experience. They will also perspective will help review projects, reports, determine the most communication materiwide-ranging composials and recommendations developed by tion of the council.” the Office of the Seniors Advocate. The council will meet four times per Selection criteria were developed in year, by phone or in person. Advisers are collaboration with the Council of Senior expected to be able to travel to the Lower Citizens’ Organizations of B.C. (COS- Mainland of B.C., read material in En-

glish, and use a computer, alone or with assistance. Interested seniors are requested to fill out an application and submit it by December 18, 2014. The council will be announced in February 2015. Advisers’ terms will initially be one to three years, with three year terms for future appointments. Application form and details are on www.seniorsadvocatebc.ca. Seniors can phone 1-877-952-3181 (250-952-3181 in Victoria) or e-mail info@seniorsadvocatebc.ca for more information. Read about the Council of Senior Citizens’ Organizations of B.C. at coscobc.ca. — NEWS Staff/Submitted by B.C.’s Seniors Advocate

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Olynyk said this incident would be akin to “bringing your own scale to a grocery store or bringing your own gas pump to a gas station … you just don’t do it.” He said the accuracy of the individual’s meter is unknown and replacing BC Hydro’s meter could lead to safety issues if it’s not wired properly. “I can’t emphasize enough the safety that was compromised,” said Olynyk. “In essence (Meszaros) is tampering with the grid, putting himself at risk and unnecessarily putting neighbours and first responders at risk.” BC Hydro started introducing smart meters in the summer of 2011 and spokesperson Greg Alexis said 99 per cent of customers are now on the smart meter system. According to BC Hydro’s website, smart meters measure and record the amount of electricity used at your home on an hourly basis and form a two-way communication system with the company. Smart meters send a customer’s electricity use information to BC Hydro three times per day. Regional District of Nanaimo director Julian Fell, who represents the area, said Errington is “one of the strongest areas in opposition to smart meters.” Fell, who has historically been vocally against BC Hydro’s smart meter program, said Meszaros is “perfectly legitimate in opposing smart meters.” He said “I don’t like the idea of people having the intimate ability of tracking what you are doing at your house.”

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Please help SOS reach its goal of $115,000 so all children in district 69 have a gift to unwrap on Christmas morning. Cash donations buy grocery store gift cards so families and individuals can look forward to a good meal over the holidays. Donate online or at the SOS office in Parksville. SOS Child,Youth & Family Centre 245 West Hirst Avenue Parksville 250-248-2093 www.sosd69.com sos@sosd69.com

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Veteran politician Joe Stanhope was officially acclaimed on Saturday, making this his 23rd consecutive year on a local government board. And he’s donating the money he would have used for his election campaign to help fight the Ebola epidemic in West Africa. “It’s really important to me,” said Stanhope, who has traveled to Africa to help with international aid and development projects in the past. He will donate at least $1,000. Asked if he felt acclamation was a sign of satisfied constituents, Stanhope told The NEWS from his home overlooking French Creek marina: “you should never take anything for granted.” He said he’s looking forward to another four years representing his constituents on the RDN board. “To be honest I wasn’t going to run again,” he said candidly. “But after my wife passed away I decided I’d take another shot. I’m in good shape mentally and physically and I’m going to try my best.” Stanhope, 83, delved into regional politics in the Parksville Qualicum Beach area in the 1990s. He won his first seat on the RDN board in 1996 and has served as the board’s chair since 2002. Right now, he said one of his main pri-

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ority is making Wembley Road more accessible and safe for pedestrians and cyclists. Stanhope has earmarked $100,000 from the Community Works Fund for a sidewalk study. He called French Creek unique in that it’s “one of the most urbanized electoral areas in the province” as it’s nestled between Parksville and Qualicum Beach. Before Stanhope’s career at the RDN, he spent five years as an alderman in Port Alberni. In 1988, he was instrumental in the province’s adoption of the Western Red Cedar as the official tree of B.C. In his youth, Stanhope worked in the forestry and construction industries, where he oversaw the creation of several roads and highways on Vancouver Island and in the province. Alongside Stanhope, Pleasant Valley’s Maureen Young and Gabriola Island’s Howard Houle were also acclaimed to the RDN board. The RDN is made up of a 17 member board with representatives from seven rural areas (Nanoose Bay, French Creek, Coombs/Errington, Deep Bay/Bowser, Cedar, Gabriola and Pleasant Valley) and four municipalities (Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum Beach and Lantzville). The RDN represents a population of 140,000 people. It is the fifth largest regional district in the province. To view the comprehensive election coverage we provided in Tuesday’s edition of The NEWS, visit: www.pqbnews.com.

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Thank You A sincere Thank You to all who supported us in our campaigns. Congratulations to Mr. Westbroek and the newly elected council. Councillors Mary Brouilette, Dave Willie, Bill Luchtmeijer and Mayoral Candidate Denyse Widdifield

WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK To submit your activities into our weekly (Thursday) Calendar of Events: events@pqbnews.com I fax:250-248-4655 I #4-154 Middleton Ave, Parksville PHOTO SUBMITTED BY ALEDA MAYA

The Aleda Maya organization’s Louise Sosa with students in Chukumuk, Guatemala. The students’ bead work is for sale at Winterfest.

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Helping students in Guatemala ‘This is the first generation to get past Grade 6’

Beautiful hand-made Christmas cards and beadwork are being sold locally to help fund students in Guatemala. Aldea Maya, a small, registered charity based in Qualicum Beach, has been working with the Tz’tujil Mayans in the highland village of Chukumuk since 2007. The village was established by the survivors of the Panabaj mudslide that killed hundreds in 2005. “Since education is the great equalizer, Aldea Maya started a middle school in the village in 2012,” said organizer Louise Sosa, who is excited to report they graduated their first students from Grade 9 recently. “This is an amazing feat when one considers that less than one per cent of Guatemalans

graduate high school. This is the first generation to get past Grade 6.” She said the next step is to get the 23 grads through high school and since they will need to travel to high school, the charity is starting a bicycle program. Aleda Maya is selling beadwork made by the Guatemalan students, which they buy at fair trade prices and sell to fund the school. They also sell cards made by District 69 students to fund education, nutrition and garden projects. Perfect for Christmas, the items will be for sale at Parksville Winterfest, this weekend, Nov. 21-23 at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre, as well as Our Glass in Parksville and Arbutus Fashions in Qualicum Beach. Visit www.aldeamaya.ca for more on the group. — Auren Ruvinsky/submitted by Aleda Maya

Monday crash sends driver to hospital CANDACE WU

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The driver of a white Ford 350 pick-up truck who lost control near the Coombs junction Monday afternoon was transported to Nanaimo General Hospital after getting a flat tire and rolling over once, according to police. Oceanside RCMP Cpl. Jesse Foreman said Mounties were called to the scene approximately one kilometre south of the Highway 4 junction at 2.30 p.m. Foreman said the truck was towing a trailer with a load of wood when

the vehicle suddenly got a flat rear tire while driving at highway speed. “As a result the driver lost control and went off road to the right and into the ditch,” he told The NEWS. “The vehicle rolled one time.” Foreman said the driver sustained non life threatening injuries and a passenger riding in the vehicle did not sustain any injuries. No other vehicles were involved but Foreman said police had to reduce traffic to single lane for a short period of time for emergency personal to access the accident.

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A time to give

unicipal elections can be divisive for communities, pitting neighbour against neighbour, people who most of the time enjoy each other’s company but differ greatly in political or philosophical

terms. We’re not sure the elections here were that divisive, save for the usual hue and cry and consternation in Qualicum Beach. Still, there are bound to be hard feelings floating around in some neighbourhoods of Parksville Qualicum Beach. The timing of this election was perfect on a couple of fronts. It was five days after Remembrance Day, reminding us all what so many gave so we could mark a ballot in a free, democratic society. And now, days after the election, we find ourselves at the start of the season of giving, when so many organizations and groups need our help so they can help others enjoy some semblance of a Christmas. What better way to heal than to band together to help the less fortunate of our society. With all respect to the people in many parts of the country who are currently buried in snow, we have had a serious (for the Island) cold snap here the last couple of weeks. For some, the higher heating/power bills are a pain, but not too much of an inconvenience. For others, single mothers and couples working a few low-wage jobs to make ends meet, the heating bill soon to land in their mailbox will be a shocker. It will force decisions about what food to buy, what vehicles to keep insured, what kind of a scaled-down Christmas will be ahead. A few hundred dollars in extra bills spread over a couple of months can mean the difference for some at the grocery store — fresh veggies or lots of inexpensive pasta? — and under the Christmas tree. Yes, we need to look at the larger picture and attract industry or tech companies that pay higher wages for workers in Parksville Qualicum Beach. As important as that is, it will not address the short-term, painful choices some families will have to make in the next six weeks. The short-term fix is to give generously. There are many organizations in the region that do great work, choose one. The SOS is a go-to-organization for helping the needy, especially this time of the year. Their Caring for Kids at Christmas program is second to none, and they do much more than that. Have a look at the stories related to the SOS and other organizations in today’s edition of The NEWS and other papers until Christmas and make a decision to help. — Editorial by John Harding

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Letters PRISON COSTS AND THE DEATH PENALTY On Friday, Oct. 31 Justin Bourque was sentenced to 75 years without parole for murdering three RCMP officers, the most severe punishment since the last execution of murderers in 1962. The death penalty was abolished in Canada in 1976. Currently there are about 33,440 incarcerated adult prisoners, of which 12-13 per cent are for violent crimes. For comparison purposes, the current cost for a decent senior care home is about $7,000 per month. At that comparison rate, it will cost Canadian taxpayers approximately $6.3 million dollars to keep Bourque in prison for 75 years. There are other incarcerated murderers as well. Total cost statistics for these current individuals is not readily available. However, it is important to remember that it is far too easy to simply ignore the consequences inherent in the abolition of the death penalty 48 years ago. JACK BIICKERT Parksville

FOOD SUBSIDIES I am writing about the recent announcement by John Duncan, Conservative Island North MP, regarding a $2.37 million “agricultural grant” recently given to Macaloney Whiskey Distillers of Victoria. The objective for this grant stated on the federal government website, is to support Canadian agriculture to the tune of 500 tonnes of “Canadian grown malt barley” annually and to create an estimated 79 jobs. This equates to approximately 300 acres

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(less than 0.5 per cent) of the over 103,000 (2001 stat) acres currently being farmed on Vancouver Island. Before 1947, Vancouver Island had been the most significant grain producer in B.C. Currently we import much of our landbased food products, a lot of which comes from increasingly drought-ridden California. It is obvious that local food production reduces our dependence on imported foods. Would a better choice be to facilitate the establishment of more regional grain cleaning, storage and processing facilities for small and medium farmers who could easily supply the Whiskey distillery with their 300 acres of barley? This would allow growth of a significant additional amount of food grain such as whole wheat, rye, lentils, chick peas and other important fruits and vegetable crops. Not wanting to take away the entrepreneurial spirit of the whiskey distillery, my question to our federal MPs is: do you think giving a $2.37 million agricultural grant to a business enterprise with a 300-acre local malt barley growing objective is a good use of taxpayer dollars? ANDREA WILSON Parksville

PIGS OVER WEED, BUT OUR HANDS ARE TIED

It appears that recent letter writer Peter Bolton has had a thing about Rivers Edge residents, going back to its inception in 2004. Now he is taking pot shots at them, James Lunney and Joe Stanhope and the icing on the cake is his comments about the irrelevancy of an adjacent kid’s camp.

Bravo to our local politicians for taking a stand in supporting their constituents. The argument against Wildflower setting up at this location is rock solid. The issue is not about jobs. The bottom line is that the chosen site is totally inappropriate for the intended purpose. That is why we have industrial parks. We are not against medical marijuana. Bolton just doesn’t get it. If he could see beyond Rivers Edge residents getting their comeuppance he would see that local government authority has been usurped by the federal and provincial governments allowing marijuana production facilities on any land deemed ALR. These facilities are monstrous carbuncles and the local governments have had their hands tied and have no authority over their location whatsoever. They are not even agricultural. They are hydroponic. The plants never get near any earth. All they need is water. And lots of it. Communities across the country are waking up to the problem of hundreds of these opportunist companies swamping Health Canada with licence applications before the loop hole is closed. There are parcels of ALR land in Parksville and I can assure you the nearby residents would welcome a pig farm rather than a concrete bunker, surrounded by barbed wire, armed security guards, all night lighting and fans never stopping. Not to forget the constant smell. The pig farm will never happen. There is no money in pork. But there certainly is in marijuana. BARRY KALLIES Nanoose Bay See LETTERS, page A13

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FEDERAL:

QUALICUM:

JAMES LUNNEY, MP Nanaimo-Alberni

TEUNIS WESTBROEK Mayor, Town of Qualicum Beach

1-866-390-7550 e-mail: nanaimo@ jameslunneymp.ca

Town office: 250-752-6921 e-mail: mayor@ qualicumbeach.com

PARKSVILLE: RDN:

CHRIS BURGER Mayor, City of Parksville City Hall office: 250-954-4661

VIEWS IN THE NEWS We asked: Why do you think it is important to shop local?

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

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It’s good to support local businesses. We try to buy local wherever we go. SUSAN ROGERS Thunder Bay

You’re supporting the people you’re raising your children with. STEVEN ECKHART Qualicum Beach

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK

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1:30-3:30pm, Rotary House, 211 Fern Rd W, QBeach Learn about Bounce Back ™Reclaim Your Health Program. Kelly/BC Lung Assoc. 1-800-665-5864, ablog@bc.lung.ca

QUALICUM BEACH MOONLIGHT MADNESS PYJAMA PARTY 5:30pm, QBeach Downtown. “The Island’s Largest Pyjama Party”. Hosted by Qualicum Beach Downtown Business Assoc. http://www.qualicumbeachdowntown.ca/

COOKING CLASSES & TEA BY THE SEA DEEP BAY MARINE FIELD STATION, 370 Crome Pt Rd, Bowser. Select dates in November, online or 250740-6611, deepbay@viu.ca.

OS PHOTOGRAPHERS CLUB EXHIBIT to Dec 30th. Arts Cafe, 147 Harrison Ave, Parksville. Mo-Fri, 9-4. http:// oceansidephotographers. ca/wp/

Bradley Ctre. Hobo Night. Pre-rounds 7:30pm/ dance/8pm. 250-951-0135.

PAUL ARMITAGE

7pm, St. Edmund’s Church, Parksville. Ticket/door/$15. A SOUL’S JOURNEY concert. Eva 250 954-1002

ELEGANT THREADS

Nov 21-23, 211 Fern Rd, QBeach. Qualicum Weavers & Spinners. Show, Sale, Demos. Pat Collins, 250-951-0178, p.collins@ shaw.ca. http://www.qualicumweaversandspinners. blogspot.com/

WINTER VICTORIAN TEA Daily 12 & 2pm, 21st & 22nd. $15, $50/table-4. Reserve 250-752-6133. Old School House Arts Ctr, 122 Fern Rd W, QB. Delicacies lavishly presented. http:// www.theoldschoolhouse. org/ qbtosh@shaw.ca

SAT. NOV 22 ARROWSMITH GOLF MEN’S CLUB Every Saturday morning, visitors welcome. John Cash 250-752-1771.

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TIGH-NA-MARA’S 6TH ANNUAL BREAKFAST Proudly hosts this Toy Drive in partnership with The News, Society of Organized Services, Island Radio’s the Beach, the Lounge & Shaw TV. An amazing FREE hearty breakfast when you bring a New Unwrapped Toy to benefit the SOS Christmas Campaign. 6:30-10am, Tigh-Na-Mara Resort, 1155 Resort Dr, Parksville

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THU. NOV 27

DEMENTIA EDUCATION

QBeach Rotary-Chamber of Commerce, QB Civic Centre. Tickets, QB Chamber of Commerce 250-752-0969

CENTRAL VAN IS ORCHID SOC

12pm, Harewood Activity Ctre/ 2nd floor, 195 Fourth St, Nanaimo. Shelley Rattink re: Orchids & Nepenthes of Borneo. All welcome.

MT WASHINGTON FREESTYLE CLUB 9am-12pm register for this ski season, Comox Valley Sports Ctre, 3001 Vanier Dr, Courtenay. 250-667-7071.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP 4-6pm, Qualicum Christian Fellowship, 825 Village Way, QBeach. Carol 752-3600. Help & Encouragement after the death of a loved one.

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7-11pm, Shady Rest Pub. LITTLEHEAD! Classic Rock! 3109 W. Is. Hwy, QBeach.

SUN. NOV 23 VILLAGE VOICES 2:30pm, Knox United church, 345 Pym, Parksville. Hand in Hand. $15/$10 students/door, Mulberry Bush Book Stores.

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12:15-1:45pm. To Nov 30th/ every Sunday, OS Place Arena. Children accompanied by 19+ yrs. 250-248-3252, recparks@rdn.bc.ca

24 HOUR PRAYER DAY 3pm, Nov 23 to 3pm, Nov 24th, Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 795 Is. Hwy W, Parksville. Personal prayer. Susan Duncan, 250-5865119, sjduncan45@shaw.ca

MON. NOV 24 ARROWSMITH NATURALISTS

7:30pm, Knox United Church/Pym St. Biologist @ Pacific Biological Stn, reports on summer studies & Stellar Sea Lions. 752-7588

ARBUTUS TOASTMASTERS

7-9pm, PCCC, 132 Jensen Ave. Overcome your fear of speaking in a friendly supportive atmosphere.. Matt 250 752 0794.

TUE. NOV 25 FREE FRIENDLY HOOPS 7-9pm, Tuesdays, to Dec 2. Activity Blding, Coombs Fairgrnds. 16+ all levels of play welcome. Donations welcome. 250-248-8515.

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6:15-9:15pm, Hangar A3/ QBeach Airport. Registration ongoing, 12-18yrs. Debbie, beaufort893ssc@ hotmail.com. http:// www.893aircadets.ca

10-10:45am, Drop-in/2-4yrs at Oceanside Place/Reduced rate. recparks@rdn.bc.ca, 250-248-3252. Every Tues.

WED. NOV 26

FAMILIES FORWARD SUPPORT GROUP

6:30-8:30pm, 136 East Hirst Ave., Parksville. 19+. Free. Pat/Sharon, 250-954-0785, execdir@forwardhouse.com. For caregivers of persons with mental health &/ or addiction issues. www. forwardhouse.com

MID IS. WALKING CLUB 9:30am/1hr walk/Wed. 1&2hr walks/alternate Sat/Sun. Looking for new members. Ann. $10. email marmac2@telus.net

HAPPY WANDERERS TRAVEL CLUB Doors/1pm, Event/2pm, St Columba Church Hall, Wembley Rd. Speaker, Kim, Is. Fever Travel, Campbell River. Marie, 250-248-3936.

HOUSE CONCERT/ BEVERLEY MCKEEN & MARTYN JONES DUO 7-9:30pm, Lazy Mike’s House of Music, 961 Clarke Rd. QBeach. All/$15. 250594-9951, lazy-mike@ hotmail.com.

FAT OYSTER READING 7-9pm (Doors/6:30pm), Fanny Bay Comm Hall, 7793 Is Hwy. 3 diverse writers, Des Kennedy, Rhona McAdam, & Bruce Rice. Teens+. $5/door. j-leblanc@shaw.ca. http:// fannybaycommunity.com/ fat-oyster-reading-series/

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6:30-8pm, 737 Jones St, QB, Ravensong Aquatic Ctre. 250-752-5014. Tasty sno cones! All welcome. Reg.admission.

7pm, Parksville Comm. Ctre. By donation. Jeannette Nienaber. An experiential inquiry between science & mysticism. Shift 954 1002

WEIGHT LOSS & STRESS 7-8pm, 1390 Errington Rd. Reduce inflammation, stubborn belly fat. Nica Doan, 250-951-4725, info@nicadoanrhn.com

2-4pm, The Gardens @ Qualicum Beach, 650 Berwick Rd. N. FREE to register, call 250-752-2818-0, to reserve your seat.

OPEN GOSPEL MUSIC 7-9:30pm, Nanoose E Free Church. (Across from the new Fire hall/Nanoose Bay) 250-468-9233.

9TH ANNIV. DINNER

4-9pm, Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 Is. Hwy W. QBeach. 250-752-8055. Roast Beef & Jumbo Yorkshire Pudding dinner for $10.95.

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Sammie the cat getting back to his people because he had an up-to-date ear tattoo. Unfortunately, about 90 per cent of any tattooed cats we find (during the course of trapping feral cats for neutering) have no current contact information so we are unable to reunite these cats with their people. We at CatSpan would like to recommend the following to help get more cats back home: • Keep a record of the tattoo, as it needs to be updated by the vet clinic that did it. The tattoo number tells you which clinic to call. • Google to find, and then bookmark the BCVMA tattoo code instructions for reading a tattoo. • Difficult to read tattoos can sometimes be read at the SPCA or at a vet clinic free of charge. • You can replace a completely unreadable tattoo with a microchip, which can be scanned at the SPCA or at a vet clinic. Microchips can be put in without the animal having to be put under. When you move you have to contact the microchip company (not your vet) to update your phone number and address. • If you find an animal you think is lost, check the inside of the ear to see if there is a tattoo. Then use the BCVMA list to contact the clinic that did it or call the SPCA who can tell you which vet clinic to call to get the owner’s phone number/address. If you adopted an animal from a friend or took in a stray, check their ear for a tattoo and update the information so that you, as the animal’s new owner, are the person to contact. Best of all is making your cat an indoor cat (and have permanent ID in case of escapes). At the very least when you move, keep your cat inside in for a few weeks. Cats need to know their new territory (where they will be fed) before they go out. Some are fine, others get lost. However, neighbors who dislike cats may not, as they are required by law to do, take unwanted trapped cats to the SPCA; preferring to dump them far from home in the mean spirited hope that cat and owner will never be reunited. We find far too many terrified, starving, sick and injured cats, initially assumed to be feral, who turn out, sometimes after weeks of care, to be tame. A number of these have outof-date tattoos making it impossible for us to reunite them with their human friends. We doubt Sammie’s adventures were exciting (as you suggested under the photo). If he could talk he would tell you that he had been hungry and scared.

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Do you remember the uproar a few years back when the rail service was suspended? The protests? The riots? The letters in the paper? Me either. The truth is, it was barely missed. Only when the mirage of a service being reinstated appeared on the horizon did some elements of the public voice support. The reality is that our money continues to be thrown at the pursuit of an impractical rail line, impeded by deteriorating infrastructure and interrupted by hundreds of driveways and road crossings. No official recognition has been made of alternative and more beneficial uses of the corridor. Many of those forcing a rail agenda have openly stated that, if the public knew the reality of the railway will mean a freight line, they would no longer support it. Yet those representatives have not made this clear to the public they represent. At no time has a feasibility study been carried out. The studies that have been done understated costs and failed to adequately recognize alternative uses. Those in favour of rail are not supporting a passenger service, but log trains and coal trucks rolling through our towns. Even if successful, a rail line would rob us of quality of life as Vancouver Island’s East side would fall victim to the unwanted industries required to fill the freight cars needed to recoup the $200 million cost of the rail repairs. If public transport is identified as a priority, a more flexible community bus service could run when and where required, and link to an improved express service the length of the island. The rail corridor should be used as a wheelchair friendly, paved cycling and walking route that will allow safe and efficient transport for tens of thousands who live along its route. It would tie in with existing ferry and air routes to bring tourists to our businesses cheaply and easily. It would allow easy access to the outdoors for people of all ages and could form the backbone of each municipality’s cycling and walking strategies. Vancouver Island is still viewed worldwide as a beautiful destination. Canada is viewed as a healthy, outdoor oriented country. Let’s build on the positives we have at our disposal and use this opportunity to preserve the natural beauty we enjoy, promote sustainable tourism and provide a benefit for every individual and community between Courtenay and Victoria.

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EXTREME WEATHER SHELTER IN PARKSVILLE

Gov’t funding eight beds Throughout B.C., the gov’t providing $1.6 million for more than 1,100 spaces

The B.C. government is funding eight extreme weather shelter spaces in Parksville this winter to help those whose health and safety may be threatened by cold, wet weather. According to a news release issued by the B.C. government the temporary spaces, located at the Salvation Army (187 Alberni Highway), will be available from now until March 31, 2015 as extreme weather alerts are issued for the area.

“People at risk during extreme winter weather need a warm and dry roof over their heads,” said Parksville-Qualicum MLA Michelle Stilwell in the news release. Each community decides what weather conditions warrant an alert and how many spaces to activate on a given night, depending on the capacity of existing shelters and the estimated need. Throughout the province, the B.C. government will provide up to $1.6 million this winter to make more than 1,100 temporary emergency shelter spaces serving more than 90 communities. — B.C. government news release

Local living wage deemed $17.42 The living wage in Parksville Qualicum Beach is $17.42. That number was determined by the District 69 Living Wage for Families Coalition. According to a news release issued by the coalition, more than 1.8 million employed Canadians don’t earn enough at their jobs to pull themselves and their families above the poverty line: they are working and poor. in e Jo

Paying employees a living wage can change that for millions of Canadians — and employers in 30 cities are set to do just that. Living wage initiatives are based on the premise that work should lift workers out of poverty. A living wage is the amount of money an employee at a job needs to earn to cover the cost of basic necessities and to adequately participate in community life. Bring

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Good time to make a deal on 2014 models If price is more important than a specific production year for this generation colour and you can compromise on Matrix, a super reliable 5-door compact content, there are some good deals out hatchback based on the Corolla. there on brand new 2014 model year Discounted prices start at $16,395, but vehicles. my pick would be a nicely outfitted While most auto makers have had a Touring edition ($19,710 – including successful sales year, it’s clear-out time a $2,500 discount) with lots the on remaining 2014 models and the push convenience and power features. is on to achieve or exceed those end-ofA $4,635 discount is offered on the In the first of a year sales goals. Hyundai Elantra L, which drops the Before we jump into vehicles, a couple two-part series, Bob price of this stylish compact sedan to of consumer tips that will help make you an amazing $12,995. Elantra is also a McHugh seeks out a savvy new vehicle bargain hunter: good reliable car, but this is the base bargain car deals If you plan to finance your vehicle edition with a manual transmission. purchase, it’s best to first check on among the 2014 The list price for the 2015 version of loan (or line of credit) interest rates Elantra L has also been reduced to models. offered by your bank or credit union. An $15,999. automaker “cash credit” option may be Bob McHugh Minivans: The top selling and a better choice than low or even “0%” seeming perpetually discounted financing, if the informational APR Dodge Grand Caravan simply can’t be ignored (annual percentage rate) calculation is higher than in this category and the special offers come with the interest rate offered by your financial institution. a choice of two option packages. The list price is The devil is in the details (as they say) when it comes slashed by $8,100 with a Canadian Value Package to end of model year clear-out offers. Not only may and it sells for $19,995. With an Ultimate Family that great offer be restricted to a specific model, Package its discounted price is $27,888, which is a it may only be for a specific trim level. It’s usually $10,330 saving. a limited time offer and there may be regional Selected editions of the Kia Sedona ($28,695 to restrictions and/or local availability issues. $40,095) may also be a good buy. The cash discount So, here are some good 2014 model year vehicle can be as high as $7,000 or you can get $6,000 choices with attractive (limited time) special offer price cut plus 2.99 per cent financing. pricing:

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Wagon/Utility: Trendy exterior styling separates the Ford Flex from its people-mover

competitors and right now, you can get up to $6,000 in rebates, plus an additional $1,000 off for qualified customers, off selected new 2014 models. There’s a practical side to its design as the Flex can provide seating for seven and still has 566 litres (20 cu ft) of cargo space in the back. List prices range from $24,499 to $38,399. Introduced in 2013, the Encore is a utility vehicle with modest external proportions and a small fuelefficient four cylinder engine, but it’s still a quiet and comfortable riding Buick. The clear-out offer on select 2014 models is “0%” financing for up to 84 months or a $2,000 cash credit. List prices for the Encore are $27,835 to $36,895. Sporty Cars: In addition to great looking return-to-roots styling, the Chevrolet Camaro has a sophisticated rear-drive chassis, powerful engine choices and it’s loaded with advanced technology engineering. A $4,500 cash credit is offered on the base 1LS trim level version or you can get “0%” financing for up to 84 months. Camaro list prices for MY2014 range from $28,495 to $77,400. Hyundai has slashed $7,000 off the 2014 list price for its Veloster Turbo with a manual transmission and $3,500 of the automatic version. The turbo engine gives the compact Veloster a much needed power boost to match its edgy, gofaster sporty styling.

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It’s all about gaining traction for Subaru, not just on the pavement but also in terms of sales. For Subaru, traction and sales are related. When Subaru decided to switch its entire lineup of cars to all wheel drive (AWD) back in 1995, the company never looked back. (That was also the year Subaru introduced the Outback sport wagon.) Back then, sales then were roughly 4000 per year and this year Subaru is on track to sell over 40,000 units, an impressive accomplishment. In order to highlight Subaru’s latest Impreza compact sedan and hatchback, Subaru needed a location that could show off the vehicle on dry roads and in winter conditions. The Okanagan was chosen for the wonderful twisting roads through wine country but also snow-on-demand at Big White Ski Resort and the setting was perfect.

2015 Subaru Impreza

Looks Earlier this year Subaru introduced the WRX, higher performance, Impreza-based sedan to accolades for that vehicle’s handling, power and design. It could be argued that Subaru has refreshed the outside of this new 2015 Impreza with WRX “light”. The new front grille, headlamps, air intakes and wheel options all make a much bolder statement. Sold a sedan or hatchback, both cars now have a sharper, more defined look. But Subaru also wanted to make a statement with what cannot be seen, the way the car is put together. One of the main areas of focus was sound insulation and reduced cabin noise. Thicker front and side glass is now used, along with wheel-well sound insulation, thicker door seals and under carpet baffling. Not the kind of advancements that get noticed initially but they are welcome. Inside The Okanagan is one of those spots that is defined by summer; it’s all about the hot, dry lakeside vacation. But after three days, in and around Kelowna, experiencing the first blast of arctic air, the place is just as magical at this time of year. Stories of the wine pickers getting ready for the ice-wine harvest makes it as appealing and delicious as ever. The Impreza had a similar one-dimensional attitude before this new model arrived. Yes, it is one of the most practical designs, with big doors that make getting in and out a breeze, the huge windows make outward visibility impressive but the car lacked sophistication. For 2015 Subaru has done a good job of remedying the situation. The radio head unit now looks like a polished, integrated feature, replacing what looked like an afterthought. There is a standard 6.2-inch unit or a larger 7-inch model for cars equipped with navigation. A backup camera is now standard equipment along with Bluetooth connectivity and heated seats are standard on all but the base model. Drive Driving over ice covered roads on the way to Big White Ski Resort and then getting to push the Impreza as hard as it would allow on a snow covered handling course, gives a great sense of confidence in the cars AWD system. Traction is not an issue, the limit is really only defined by the type of tires the car is equipped with. For ultimate bite, a good set of winter tires along with the AWD system is impressive. The 148hp 2.0L 4-cylinder engine is carried over from the last car but now it is a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV), and the Environmental Protection Agen-

cy in the United States claims it is the “cleanest gas car on the market”, helping to reduce smog-forming pollutants. Other changes include a re-worked suspension and steering. The springs and dampening have been adjusted to reduce bouncing over big bumps and the steering ratio is quicker. This along with the much quieter interior makes this a good cruising car but the steering lacks feedback and under hard cornering, the car tends to under steer. The engine too is best suited for cruising; climbing mountain roads strained it at times. The good news is that enthusiast drivers have the excellent WRX as an option. Verdict The 2015 Impreza is all about small changes to an already good car. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) now has a thicker casing for quieter operation and it now features pre-set steps to help mimic a conventional automatic. And manual transmission owners will be pleased to know that all trim levels can be equipped with a stick, but it is only a 5-speed. On the top two trim levels the Impreza can be equipped with EyeSight, Subaru’s collision mitigation system that can detect objects and pedestrians and will brake the car to a stop if the drive takes no action. This has proven to be popular with drivers and is something typically found in more expensive cars. What Subaru has not changed is the price. Starting at $19,995 and topping out at $30,295, there is a trim and price for many Canadian buyers. The added backup camera, improved interior and the bonus of a PZEV engine is all just an added benefit that should help Subaru get even more traction with buyers.

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With the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show wrapping up last week in Las Vegas, I thought I would share with you an interesting vehicle that was on display and caught my eye – the 2014 Toyota Tundra Ultimate fishing vehicle. Bassmaster Elite Series pro angler, Britt Myers wanted a Toyota Tundra Ian Harwood equipped with everything you would want to go fishing and I think he got his wish. It is painted in a matte gray finish from front to back with yellow and black tribal graphics. Front bumper is made by Fab Fours and comes with PIAA fog and driving lights. There is a Warn 15000lb winch tucked inside this massive bumper. Rolling big power provided the custom grille. Bushwacker fender flares help cover the 37” tall Nitto mud grappler tires mounted on 22” Moto metal black rims. The folks at Pro Comp suspension provided the 6” suspension lift. It features a MX 2.75c series coil over front shocks and MX6 adjustable rear shocks. In case you are wondering, how you would get in

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this thing, Bestop has built a running board step that raises and lowers automatically when you open and close the doors. A smaller step folds down manually just in front of the rear tires. This helps you reach the custom-made roof rack cargo basket. The cargo basket has Rigid 50” LED lights recessed in the front, back and sides, giving plenty of light to see all around. The canopy is built by Leer and has painted fiberglass panels replacing the windows. The rear is truly unique. The canopy gate and vehicle tailgate are connected and attached to a rolling platform that slides out to carry a beverage fridge, tool compartment, fishing tackle, and more! It looks like a showroom out of a fishing store. The cabin features all black factory leather seats with a custom made center console. Instead of cup holders, a panel of switches takes its place where the driver can easily access the various powered equipment. The dash features a graphic montage of fish skeletons to get you in the mood. The door panels are equipped with twin speakers and a fish finder monitor. I guess you would have to dip the front tire in the river to make it work. The factory 5.7-litre engine has been upgraded to feature a Toyota racing development supercharger and a cold air intake. A custom exhaust system by MBRP finishes off the engine compartment. Fuel economy? – If you have to ask, you can’t afford it. Is it practical? – Maybe not, but it sure would look cool to take it fishing and show off to your buddies. ian.harwood@drivewaybc.ca

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Going green to the c-Max can be costly of these machines. However, as of To plug in or not to plug in, that today, they are still a steeply priced is the question faced by the welloption for the likes of thee and me. heeled, nobler in mind, kind of perEspecially, as the provisionally fundson, who is determined to go green ed rebates are now dead. with the next car purchase. Yes, you drive one away for less Forgive me for mashing up the than $30,000 in some cases but that words of my old ex-Pat mate, Will Shakespeare, but reducing one’s carNo quibble with the same sum can buy a lot more car elsewhere, many of them powered bon footprint is not easy on the pockby very miserly four-cylinder power et book in spite of the fuel savings quality of the vehicle plants. on offer by “doing the right thing.” and the fuel efficiency A case in point is the Ford C-MAX, Whichever model you plump for from but the sticker price available here either a pure hybrid or any of the leading hybrid manufacdoes cause a sharp plug in – the latter bears the Energi turers you are going to pay a preminame. The base hybrid version sells um in the thousands over the equiv- intake of breath. for $26,499 and its Energi sibling for alent standard gas powered model. Keith Morgan $35,999. I’ve only driven the hybrid In pure economic terms, it will take briefly so I won’t comment too much years of fuel savings to bridge that on its prowess. I can tell you that it is a worthy alterinvestment gap. If you go for a plug-in that offers emission free native to the Toyota Prius lineup the V (for versatile), driving on electric power only for varying stretches it being the best comparison at $27,480 I’m going to dwell a little more here on the Energi of road, you are likely looking at a ten grand premiplug-in version as I spent more time at the wheel. um on top of the pure hybrid sticker price. Forgive me, if you’ve heard this from me before For the first part of the week, I ran it purely as a but the point I’d like to make here is that I’ve been hybrid and averaged about 5.3 L/100 km/h. That’s telling you this version of the story for the past ten higher than advertised but to be fair my trips were years. The sad fact is that the consumers are not mainly in the city, short trips and through some warming to green cars in sufficient numbers for the ghastly weather. What a revelation when I plugged it in each night manufacturers to remove the sting from the sticker price. Green car sales, if I can lump them together for – 7 hours charges it up on the regular 120-volt outthe purpose of simple comparison, still account for let (2.5 hours on a 240-volt charging station). There are boasts of achieving up to 40 kilometres of drivless than 5 percent of the market. You can’t blame the manufacturers for this situ- ing in electric drive but I managed a little over 30 ation. They have showed a willingness to continue most days by judicious use of the right foot, in terms subsidizing these products and have promoted the of acceleration and regenerative braking. Ford talks of a fuel economy equivalency of about heck out of them. There are positive signs in increasing sales and the continuously improving efficiency 1.9 L/100 km/h under ideal conditions. When does

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Honda has had a big year. Not only did it bring back the popular VFR800F (which I’ll get to in a bit), they released some all-new products. But the fun isn’t stopping there. With more motorcycles on the way for 2015, I thought now would be a good time to look back at some great bikes I rode in 2014. Besides, we might be deep into fall – with the accompanying frigid temperatures – but on sunny days, the roads aren’t without motorcycles. That’s definitely a warming thought. CBR650F Don’t let the “CBR” designation - followed by the 650 – intimidate you. This allnew middleweight bike has the sporty flair that you’re used to but with a twist. With a curb weight of 211kg (465 lbs.) and a seat height is 810mm (31.8-inches), complete with a narrow middle profile, it allows a range of riders to feel comfortable atop its seat. What I really liked about this bike is that yes, you have the sport bike styling, but without the wrist and back-

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Some of Vancouver Island’s finest artisans will be together under one roof Nov. 21, 22 and 23 to showcase their artwork at the longest-running Christmas show on Vancouver Island. The Village Christmas Arts Faire has been going for 35 years at the Qualicum Beach Community Hall. Renowned artists in District 69 will have their original handmade pieces for sale during the three day event. Local potter Dee Aguilar said The Village Christmas Arts Faire has become somewhat of a tradition in these parts because many of the founding artists who were in the very first fair are still involved. “It has been in the community hall for 35 years. This show has a core group of artists and most of them have been in the show since its inception. Every year we jury in new artists and create something positive,” she said. Aguilar describes the event as an outstanding exhibition and sale by local professional artisans. With jewelry, unique household goods, art on canvas and some of the finest works in glass, fabric, paper, wood, pottery and metals, the exhibition will offer something for shoppers who want gifts that are unique and special. Featured artists include potters Larry and Dee Aguilar, glass artist Ted Jolda, stone sculptor Del C. Mark, fiber artist Lucinda Hepting, leather artist Armando Dos Santos and Wendy Maurer of Beads of Joy. Guest artists this year include Davej Friesen of Crossed Heart Forge, Dave Kasprick of Red Cod Forge, photographer Roy Hancliff, copper artist JP

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Jessey LaFontaine, left, and Ruth LaFontaine are just two of the many talented local artisans who will have their creations for sale this weekend during the 35th annual Village Christmas Arts Faire at the Qualicum Beach Community Hall.

Holbrook, Val and Jai Kealy of QB Arts and potters Martha and Gordon James. There will also be gourd artist Jessey LaFontaine and silversmith Ruth LaFontaine. The LaFontaines are a mother and daughter artist force to be reckoned with. Ruth has a BFA from the Alberta College of Art & Design and currently works from her studio in Qualicum Beach creating stunning art jewelry. Gourd artist Jessey specializes in one-of-a-kind organic gourd vessels and each treasure-trove is hand carved and stained with rich leather dyes. Ruth said even as a young child Jessey looked through the eyes of an artist and instead of asking for toys for her birthday she requested professional art supplies. Jessey said she was first inspired with nature’s vessels a decade ago when her mother brought two painted gourds back from a vacation down in the southern U.S. She said they were hand-painted in acrylics and stylized in a pueblo influenced design. She researched more into gourd art, instruments and

use for dinnerware, studying Hopi and Pueblo Indian art. Shortly afterwards, she discovered her own means of cleaning and prepping each gourd, and eventually developed her own unique style. You can find both Jessey and Ruth’s creations at The Village Christmas Arts Faire at the Qualicum Beach Community Hall on Memorial Avenue from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. The Elegant Threads show is another good reason to visit Qualicum Beach this weekend. This exhibition hosted by the Qualicum Weavers and Spinners guild is at Rotary House 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. The show reflects the traditional arts of spinning, weaving, basketry and the working of raw fibre. All items are hand crafted by local artisans who will be on hand doing demonstrations. Also this weekend is the Parksville Quilter’s ninth annual Christmas sale on Saturday, Nov. 22 from 10 a.m.3 p.m. at St. Stephen’s United Church in Qualicum Beach.

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Sometimes the best way to learn is to get dirty hands, and that’s exactly what 24 local home-school students in the Heartwood Home Learners Cooperative did when they dove into the theatre world this September. Now, after two months of hard work, they will present their entirely “kid-mounted” musical theatre production of The Last Wild Witch on Sunday. “It’s been very fun and a great learning experience for everyone,” said parent-teacher Shannon Cowan. “We’re so proud of them.” According to a news release written by one of the students, the kids, aged 5-11, are involved in all areas of the play. In addition to singing and acting, they designed and built the sets, worked on costumes and created promo materials. The students were mentored by their parent-teachers throughout the whole project. “We thought, ‘There’s a basket where we can put all these subjects,’” said Cowan of the play.

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Students aged 5-11 in the Heartwood Home Learners Cooperative get ready for the dress rehearsal of their musical production The Last Wild Witch. The play will be at the Errington Hall this Sunday.

The Last Wild Witch is adapted from a book with the same title by an author named Starhawk. According to Cowan, the musical tells the story of a group of kids who try to get the adults in their town see the intrinsic value of a nearby forest. Due to its environmental slant, critics

have deemed the musical an “eco-fable.” “What I really like about this story is that it is about a group of children who are passionate about saving the wild spaces in their community. The children are the ones who come up with solutions and who speak out to protect the forest,”

said the play’s director Ashlee Sales. The sentiment is echoed by Sales’ daughter and student Elena. “I really like trees and I think this musical sends the message that we need them,” she said. See PLAY, page A34

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From left are Dave Klinger, Denise Charron and John Charron of Small Talk Trio. The local singing group will bring a continental cafe feel to St. Anne & St. Edmund Anglican Church with their concert La musique continental on Nov. 28.

St. Anne & St. Edmund Anglican Church will undergo a transformation next Friday. No, they’re not starting more renos. Parksville’s Small Talk Trio is coming to perform. “We’re really pulling out all the stops,” said piano player Dave Klinger. For their concert, titled La musique continental, singer Denise Charron said the trio will be bringing in screens and lighting to make the space feel as “continental cafe” as possible. Their music will also help set the scene. La musique continental will include a selection of French-language songs. “It’s different. You don’t often get to sing a lot of French tunes,” said Denise Charron, who is originally from Montreal. The set list has pop, latin, jazz and bossa nova songs.

The Trio, which also includes Charron’s husband John on guitar, started playing together three years ago. Although they came from different musical backgrounds — Klinger was a music teacher and the Charrons played in a rock band — the three found they hit a groove. “We are all quite eclectic,” said Klinger. Small Talk is excited to play at St. Anne & St. Edmund. “Thing about that space, as any performer will tell you, is the acoustics,” Klinger said. La musique continental will be on Friday Nov. 28, with doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starting soon after. Tickets are $15, which also includes refreshments. Tickets can be purchased at the door, from Klinger at 250-947-9755 or from the Charrons at 250-752-3632.

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Phyllis Helen Cairns

Brianne van Dyk Brianne slipped away suddenly, yet peacefully, in her sleep at her home in Victoria, B.C. on Saturday, November 8, 2014.Â Brianne was born March 28, 1980 at WCGH. She was predeceased by her father, Armand (Herb) van Dyk, in November, 2013. She will be greatly missed by her family, mother, Audrey Kearney (husband Gordon Sedawie) Delta, B.C., sister, Angela van Dyk (husband, Lee Evernden) Qualicum Beach, B.C., grandmother, June Kearney, now June Hickman (husband Jack Hickman) Kingston, Ontario and many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends. Brianne was cremated in Victoria, B.C.Â An informal reception to honour and remember Brianne, who left us way too soon, will be held at 2:00pm Saturday, November 22, 2014 at the Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St., Parksville, B.C. Â In lieu of flowers, donations to Canadian Mental Health (cmha.ca) New Horizons Centre, 3178 2nd Avenue, Port Alberni, B.C. or the BC Cancer Agency (bccancerfoundation. com)in Brianneâ€™s memory would be gratefully appreciated. Receipts of donations may be forwarded to Ms. A. Kearney (adk13@telus.net) 10813 85A Avenue, Delta, B.C. V4C 2V2.

Sheila Lindsay 1930-2014Â

Sheila Lauraine Lindsay (nee Machum) passed away peacefully with family by her side, on Thursday October 23, 2014 in Qualicum Beach. Born January 7, 1930 in Halifax Nova Scotia. She will be interred at Camp Hill Cemetery in Halifax Nova Scotia in 2015.

Sheila grew up in Nova Scotia and spent many summers in the St. Margaretâ€™s Bay area. Glen Margaret to Peggyâ€™s Cove was her stomping grounds. Sheila married Neville Lindsay in July 1954 and moved west to Calgary where they enjoyed many years in the Stampede city. They raised three children in Calgary and were very active in the community and service organizations. Neville passed away in 1983. Sheila moved to Qualicum Beach to enjoy the ocean, family and community. She was very active in golfing, sailing, floral & creative arts and a number of community interest groups. She loved travelling, sailing and was able to explore many parts of Vancouver Island. Sheila really enjoyed her garden and the beaches, especially when sharing the time with her children and grandchildren. Seashells, sandcastles, beach walks and stories were all part of her life in Qualicum Beach. She also enjoyed her many trips to other parts of Canada visiting family and friends. Sheila is survived by her three children, eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Ian/Ann Lindsay of Qualicum Beach, Jonathan Lindsay and Elizabeth Layton, North Vancouver, Heather and Scott Blackwell (Indiana) of Victoria and Rhianna Lindsay of Qualicum Beach. Rob/Karen Lindsay, Meghan and Chad Cooper, Steven and Stephanie Lindsay (Holden and Nixie), Andrew Lindsay all of Edmonton. Laura Gene/Glen Pardoe, Duncan Pardoe, Scott Pardoe all of Calgary. Sheilaâ€™s remembrance wish was for her family and friends to visit a favourite waterfront area and skip a few stones in her memory. Remember the good times.

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A life well lived. Phyllis was born in Shaunavon, Sask., to George and Frances Olive Barr. The youngest of seven siblings, Phyllis had an independent, practical nature and a quick wit.Â She loved to laugh and verbally spar.Â A minimalist at heart, she had reduced life to its essence and appreciated individuals with creative expression.Â Her education and career as a social worker in government adoptions put into practice her gift of helping others.Â On Dec. 2, 1961, in Calgary, Alberta, Phyllis married William Cairns, with whom she created a warm, inviting home where family and friends were always welcome.Â Phyl and Bill loved dogs.Â As a kid, Phyl had a companion, Rover, and over the years, along came Buster, Monty, canine pal of Diggy, and Bear, adopted from her niece, Joan, and her husband Butch Takenaka. Phyllis is survived by her many nieces, nephews, their children and grandchildren.Â She had no children of her own, but she was everybodyâ€™s favourite aunt!Â Â Upon retirement, Phyllis and Bill moved to Qualicum, B.C., where they golfed, played bridge and entertained.Â Bill passed away too soon, on Feb. 27, 1987, at the age of 63.Â Phyllis moved to Parksville, where she enjoyed living by the water, travelling and playing her favourite game of bridge.Â She moved to Origin at Longwood, Nanaimo, and then to the Kiwanis Lodge, where she was cared for by its wonderful staff. Â Â Â Â Â Â The last days of Â Phyllisâ€™ life were spent as she had always lived, with dignity and grace. She was a strong, self-effacing woman who was greatly loved.Â No funeral service will be held. The family will host a celebration of life in her honour at a date to be determined in Spring, 2015. If desired, donations may be made to the Salvation Army or the SPCA.

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FOOTE, Joan Rosamond 1922 â€“ 2014

Joan Rosamond Foote (nee Hollins), born March 15, 1922 in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan and died November 13, 2014 in Calgary, Alberta. Joan was predeceased by her husband Fred Foote on January 30, 1984 in Victoria, BC. Joan is survived by her daughter Sandra Holliday of Yellowknife, NT and her son Christopher Foote (Irene) of Calgary, Alberta. Joan also leaves behind four grandchildren and five great grandchildren as well as two living sisters, Freda Trill in Victoria, BC and Sylvia Trek in Gibsons, BC. Joan was predeceased by her sister Stella Stovel and brother Hugh Hollins. Joan had a variety of jobs in her life including many years working in the retail sector. Joan was an accomplished seamstress and knitter and in her latter years loved playing golf. Although born in Saskatchewan Joanâ€™s heart was in Qualicum Beach, BC where she lived until 2008. Joanâ€™s words to her family and friends: â€œWhen I come to the end of the road, And the sun has set for me, I want no tears or gloom-filled room â€Ś Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little â€“ but not too long, And not with your head bowed low. Remember the love we always shared, Miss me, but let me go.â€? Author unknown

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Catherine Jean (Hanson) Conlon Born: District of Reigate, County of Surrey, England

Jean passed away peacefully on the beautiful sunny afternoon of November 13, 2014 in Parksville, British Columbia, after an amazing journey and courageous battle with Cancer. Jean is predeceased by her husband Patrick; son, Roger; grandson, TJ; sister Avril; and brother, James. She is proudly survived by her children; daughter, Valerie Anne; son, Angus; daughter-in-law, Debbie; grandchildren, Tiara and Laird; daughter, Margaret; son-in-law, Doug; grandchildren, Sophia and Roxanne. Jean spoke of a very vibrant and fulfilling life. She was a witness to many historical events and changes in our world throughout her years, facing all life had to offer with dignity and respect. Her warmth, beauty, and giving spirit has blessed all who knew her, we shall all have everlasting memories to treasure. Thank you everyone for your generous love and support during this time. A special thank you goes out to Oceanside Hospice for making our journey a special time in life. Honorable mention to Jeanâ€™s palliative nurse, Tara for her loving attention during the last weeks of Jeanâ€™s life as her health slipped away. In keeping with Jeanâ€™s expressed request, in lieu of flowers, please honour her memory by making a donation to a local charity. â€œWe have seen and met Angels wearing the disguise of ordinary people living ordinary livesâ€? T.I.A.I.H.T.S. / P.O.C. Celebration of Life will be held in Jeanâ€™s honour from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 22nd, 2014 at the Errington War Memorial Hall, 1390 Errington Road in Errington, BC. A luncheon will follow. Please come and share this day in memory of Catherine Jean Conlon.

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DAVID LAWRENCE AYERS March 28, 1951 - November 8, 2014

Dave passed away peacefully, laid back in his recliner, by the fire at home in Qualicum Beach, BC, on the evening of Saturday, November 8th. Born in Calgary, adopted by Robin Lawrence Ayers and Ella (Avermenko) who have predeceased him. He was raised on their farm with brother, Donald and sister, Marlene. They helped their parents grow and harvest vegetables which must have left an impression because he liked to grow and eat fresh vegetables. Dave was a bright student, an avid athlete, and, by his own admittion, a bit of a handful, too! He loved to play sports but he excelled at: hockey, baseball, and golf. He competed in many tournaments throughout Alberta and BC and won hundreds of trophies and awards over the years. Dave joined the RCMP in January of 1971 and served until October 1998. His first posting was in Kelowna, later Kamloops where he made many friends and started his own family with Judith. He also served in Cache Creek, Vancouver, and finally Parksville. Dave was awarded a Long Service and Good Conduct Medal after 25 years of service. He also earned the Bronze Medallion for swimming and many other Certificates of Merit while serving with the RCMP. During his career he was security detail for some pretty important people: Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher and President, Bill Clinton to name a few. Dave enjoyed travel and really loved Hawaii for the beauty and weather. He appreciated art and knew Roy Henry Vickers personally. Dave was the proud father of 2 children: son, David Paul Ayers who predeceased him in February 1994 and daughter, Lisa Anne Ayers who lives in Kelowna, BC. He is survived by his partner, Carmen Senac; daughter, Lisa Ayers; grandsons, Brett Ayers and Kyle Galigan; brother, Donald Ayers (Maria); niece, Pamela Beare (Stephan); nephew, Brian Ayers; sister, Marlene Woolfit (Kim); nieces and nephews, Daniel Lee, Dawn Marie, Heather and Owen. Everyone who knew Dave knows he did it â€œhis wayâ€? and weâ€™ll all miss him for his generousity and the huge heart he had. Even for his pets, and he had a few over the yearsâ€Śbut notably his last pet, his beloved, dog Nugget. Dave did not wish for a serviceâ€Śhe wanted his family and friends to toast his â€œlifeâ€? in their own way and to have his ashes laid to rest close to his son at the Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery, overlooking the Kelowna, Golf and Country Club. Dave wanted to thank all of his healthcare providers and to bid fairwell to Shelly and his â€œcockroach buddiesâ€? at the Fairwinds Golf Club in Nanoose Bay.

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

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From left Ginger Schnapp, Ruby Kitten and Bumpin’ Blossoms (all stage names, of course) are the Damsels in DisDress, who are hosting an Evening of Burlesque at the Errington Hall this Sunday to help take pressure off the upcoming Night at the Palace.

Show is about empowerment and getting in touch with your fun side JESSICA SKELTON reporter@pqbnews.com

No, this isn’t a tease: Parksville’s Damsels in DisDress will present an Evening of Burlesque at the Errington Hall this Sunday. The event comes in response to the fact so many burlesque acts flooded last year’s Night at the Palace vaudeville show. “The Night at the Palace has become so popular with so many people wanting to perform in the show that we decided it would be a good idea to have a burlesque show to give some of these performers another venue to play in,” said Errington Hall manager Denise Schmidt. “It (burlesque) just exploded in this area,” echoed one of the Damsel’s founding members Anna Mayrhofer, a.k.a Ruby Kitten. “I think it’s a great thing.” According to Mayrhofer, this weekend’s show will include 17 or 18 routines featuring around 20 performers from Parksville Qualicum Beach, Nanaimo, Victoria and the Interior. While most of the performers are women, there will also be two men hitting the stage, one who will perform traditional female-style burlesque in drag and one who will perform as a

man (which is called “boylesque”). Of course, everyone has a colourful name (Goldie Luxe, Matt Hazard, Gideon Hernickers, to name a few) and there will be Parksville’s “bawdy song ukelele group” Ukeleime to round out the evening. As for why burlesque has taken off in the area, Mayrhofer said it’s an “empowerment thing.” “It’s mostly about loving yourself” and “feeling good about your body,” she said. She also believes that the shows are empowering for the audience. Whenever someone says “I don’t know how you do that,” Mayrhofer is quick to remind them that they could do it too. After all, these events have a great atmosphere to put oneself out there because nobody is judging you negatively. “I’ve never been to a burlesque show where people booed,” she said. Mayrhofer is particularly excited to perform in Errington again. “The Errington crowd is my favourite,” she said, describing how the audience is always supportive, enthusiastic and carefree. “My husband says we’re all in touch with our fun side.” If you’d like to be a part of that audience on Saturday, Nov. 22, you’ll have to get your tickets fast. Tickets are only sold in advance at Cranky Dog Music, Errington Store and Shades of Green for $25. Mayrhofer reminds that “this is an adult’s night out” and that burlesque is not appropriate for children. Doors for the event are at 7:30 p.m., with the show running from 8 p.m. to about 10 p.m.

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The Springwood Elementary School PAC’s Christmas Tree Fundraiser Sale is coming soon to help deck the halls. According to Sadie Binet, SES PAC secretary, this is the first Christmas tree fundraiser at the Parksville school. The sale, however, is a continuation of a similar annual fundraiser held at the now-closed Winchelsea Elementary School. “In the past years, it was a very successful community event, and we’re hoping to make it an even larger success with the combined quantity of students we now have,” said Binet. Springwood Elementary now contains students from Winchelsea, Parksville Elementary and Springwood Middle School. Trees will be for sale at the back of the school on Friday, Dec. 5 from 3-6 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 6 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. On Saturday, there will also be hot dogs, hot chocolate, cookies, music and plenty of Christmas spirit.

The trees average 5-7 ft. and will sell for $30. There will also be some trees reaching 7-9 ft. tall for the same price while supplies last. Trees 9 ft. and up are available by special request for $35 and must be pre-ordered by Nov. 20. Volunteers will be available to help take your purchased tree to your vehicle.

In the past years, it was a very successful community event, and we’re hoping to make it an even larger success. SADIE BINET

All trees are from the Whiskey Creek Christmas Tree Farm. If you are not in need of a tree but would still like to participate in sponsoring this fundraiser, you have the option of purchasing a tree for donation. If you have any questions or would like to pre-order a tree, email springwoodpac@gmail.com All proceeds will go toward purchasing outdoor equipment for the students at Springwood Elementary School. —NEWS Staff/SES PAC

Play brings kids together

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The Heartwood Home Learners Cooperative is a non-profit education co-op. It started in this past summer when 15 home-schooling families from Coombs, Errington, Parksville and Qualicum Beach decided that they wanted to bring their kids together for some group learning one day per week. Cowan said this allows the students to

interact and do different activities, and it offers parents with unique skills the opportunity to teach more than just their own children. The Last Wild Witch is one of their first projects. The play will run Nov. 23 at the Errington Hall, with doors opening at 3:30 p.m. and the show at 4 p.m. For more information and tickets, call Ashlee Sales at 250-244-6474.

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f there is one eternal constant in the movement of time, it is that every new generation thinks it invented love and laughter. But people don’t change — even if we think our tastes are unique. Mom and dad thought Bob Hope was the very epitome of hilarity. We kids just thought he was old. On the other hand, we considered George Carlin the funniest man alive. But whenever he was on The Ed Sullivan Show, mom and dad would just stare at the television and shake their heads. The hippy-dippy weatherman? How was that witty? Maybe it’s just part of getting older, but over the years I’ve developed a real appreciation for the humour of previous generations. In fact, it might surprise you to know that even in ancient Rome By Ray Smit people had a sense of humour. In fact, a few years ago a Roman joke book was unearthed. It showed that the Romans, much like Canadians, liked to make jokes about intellectuals, cheapskates and people from the provinces. And, as anyone from Newfoundland can tell you, people are still making provincial jokes nearly 2,000 years later. Probably the funniest joke in the book is about a barber, a bald man and an absent-minded professor who go on a trip together. They camp overnight and decide to take turns keeping watch — barber, professor and bald man in that order. The barber gets so bored on his watch that he decides to shave the professor’s head while he sleeps. When it’s time for the second watch he wakes the professor who feels his shaven head and says: “That barber is an idiot. He woke up the bald man instead of me.” Humour has always been a big part of coping with armed conflict, but one of the most mem-

orable jokes during the Civil War centred on romance. A young soldier promises his girlfriend that he’ll write her every day. A few months later he gets a ‘Dear John’ letter with the news that she’s married someone else. He writes to his family back home to find out who she married. It was the mailman. After World War Two, humour became the province of television and other mass media. I guess that’s when mom and dad developed their appreciation for Bob Hope. And I do have to admit that one of his jokes still makes me laugh. Bob used to tell audiences that he always wanted to be a prize fighter. That brought giggles because Hope was depicted in the movies as a coward. He then noted that the only reason he quit boxing was to protect his hands. After a short pause he added: “The referees kept stepping on them.” Nice. Nowadays a joke can go viral in minutes with millions of people getting it by text, Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. Recently, a contest was held to find the world’s funniest joke. Surprisingly, the winning entry was not all that different from the funniest joke of ancient Rome: Two guys are out hunting when one has an apparent heart attack. His friend calls 911 and yells into the phone: “My friend is dead. What do I do?” The operator responds: “First make sure he’s dead.” A few seconds later she hears the sound of a gunshot. Then the guy comes back on the phone and says: “Okay, now what?” Whatever life brings, humour remains the same. Because, no matter how unique we think we are, people don’t change. Ray Smit is the author of The Trouble With Tapioca. His columns appear every other Thursday. E-mail: raymondsmit@shaw.ca

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JUNIOR GOLF

Canada’s best golfers coming to QB Pheasant Glen, which fosters young players, will host the Future Links Pacific Championship in May Pheasant Glen will host Canada’s top junior golfers May 7-11 next year with the Golf Canada Future Links Pacific Championship. The event will bring 156 competitors and their families from across Canada to the Qualicum Beach Parksville area for one of the highest ranked junior events in the country. PGA of Canada professionals, Robert Ratcliffe, director of instruction and head professional/manager, and Gord Melissa, have been successful in assisting junior golfers achieve golf scholarships in Canada and the U.S. “We have placed students in NCAA scholarship programs over the past three seasons and we expect a couple more in the next year or two,” said Melissa. Pheasant Glen graduates include two-time Future Links Champion Zach Anderson of Nanaimo (a freshman at Washington State University), Brayden Eriksen (senior at Utah Valley), Greg Palmer (junior at New Orleans Uni-

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Pheasant Glen golf student Michelle Waters from Qualicum Beach is attending her first year at Simon Fraser University on a golf scholarship.

versity) and Michelle Waters (freshman at Simon Fraser University). They have each re-

ceived a scholarship through the Pheasant Glen Golf Academy.

Ratcliffe, head coach of Canada’s National Junior Development Team said “Team Canada members will be attending this event. The boys and girls National development teams trained at Pheasant Glen during a weekend camp to take advantage of what might be the best training facilty in B.C.” The athletes, who traveled from various parts of Canada had great things to say about Qualicum Beach and they may have assisted in Golf Canada’s decision to bring the event to Pheasant Glen. “The training facility at Pheasant Glen is great. The team really enjoyed their time at the course and in Qualicum Beach” said Ratcliffe. “At the local level, Pheasant Glen offers three levels of programs to juniors aged 18 years and younger,” said Melissa. The introductory program begins with a junior membership that includes unlimited golf and use of the driving range and one hour group sessions once a week from April to August.

The second is a high school golf program offered to Kwalikum and Ballenas Secondary students that includes a junior membership, unlimited golf and use of the driving range, four hours of group sessions a week during school hours and PE credits. The third is an elite program for competitive juniors that want to play tournament golf and have a future in golf, a golf scholarship, a career in the golf business or they want to play professionally. Students in this program have come from across the country or are enrolled in the International Program with School District 69 and live with home stay families. There are over 60 junior members at Pheasant Glen. “Some of these students will be participating in the Future Links Championship in May,” said Melissa. Pheasant Glen will also host the 2016 B.C. Men’s Amateur Championship. — NEWS Staff/Submitted by Pheasant Glen

BALLENAS FOOTBALL

Whalers preparing for provincial second round T YSON TAYLOR

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With the intensity ramping up and the next round of the playoffs just around the corner, the Ballenas Whalers say they are ready for a big game against the Hugh Boyd Trojans on Friday. The boys will travel to Richmond for their second-round match against the Trojans after defeating the Westsyde Blue Wave 51-6 last week. Looking for another win to move on to the next round, both the junior and senior squads have been taking advantage of the weather, field and lighting at Springwood Middle School for practices in advance of this week’s game. “Practices have been great, some of our best of the year,” head coach Jeremy

Conn said. “The players have picked up their intensity and are giving the extra effort that’s needed in the playoffs.” If the Whalers are going to win their game on Friday, they’ll need to play their physical style of game on both sides of the ball. This has helped them rally off six wins in a row as of last week and they will look to continue that winning streak on Friday. “The players are all upbeat, they’re ready,” Conn said. “They know they can win as long as we play Whaler football. That means no excuses, play rough and tough, physical football with the ability to make big plays in any phase of the game.” A great, all-around effort last week against Weststyde has the team firing on all cylinders and with Coltin Laplan-

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te and the powerful running game, the Whalers will aim to continue their dominant ground game. Defensively, the likes of Jonah ‘Haymaker’ Hay, Steve Martin and Cobby Stubbins will all look to leave their mark on the Trojans offense. “Our key concept has been ‘do your job’,” Conn said. “I can sense that the players have a much better understanding of what to do and how to do it. They’ve been coming together over the last month and it’s showing.” The Whalers have been playing an aggressive but smart game, something they’ve gotten into the habit of doing over the last month. Holding teams under double digits in four of their last five games has spoken

volumes about the defense. The offense also continues to roll, even with two different quarterbacks, Brody Seselja and Garrin McDonnell, at the helm. A win Friday leads them to the semi-finals against either the Mission Roadrunners or the Carson Graham Eagles. It’s a big game for the Whalers and Conn said: “We’re going to do our job, we’re going to bring the intensity and we’re going to play Whaler football.” — The junior Whalers won their first playoff game (28-20 over Mission) and were scheduled to take on Duchess Park (Prince George) this week but a forfeit will see the Whalers move on to the semi-finals against either Abbotsford Secondary or Robert Bateman (Abbotsford).

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VIJHL HOCKEY THIS WEEKEND

BOYS AND GIRLS TEAMS

Generals take on both ends of VIJHL Great BSS Parksville team plays last-place Peninsula and first-place Campbell River volleyball T YSON TAYLOR

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The Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals will be taking on two teams at either end of the VIJHL this weekend; Friday against the last-place Peninsula Panthers and Saturday against the first-place Campbell River Storm. The game against the Panthers looked like it was going to be canceled as of last week due to a malfunction with the cooling system at the Panorama Rec. Centre. The issue has since been fixed and the two teams sitting at the bottom of the VIJHL will square off. Just one point separates the teams, the Generals with nine so far, to Peninsula’s eight. “We have to prepare the same for both games,” forward PJ Heger said ahead of this weekend’s action. “The game of hockey can go either way, regardless of the opponent. We have to come in to each game with the mentality that we have to work hard to get a win and that’s what we’re going to do.” Putting the puck in the back of the net hasn’t been an issue for the Generals as of late but it’s keeping the puck out of their own net and staying out of the penalty box that have been giving the Generals fits. “Obviously, finishing games is a problem for us,” Heger said. “Losing a game that we’re leading heading in to the third is tough but taking penalties kills any momentum. That and the fact that we don’t have that mentality of winning hockey games doesn’t help us either.” Losing two of three games last week

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Keegan Kessler wraps up a defender during action last weekend. The Generals will look to pick up wins this weekend, starting Friday against the last place Peninsula Panthers and then on Saturday as they host the first place Campbell River Storm.

doesn’t help the Generals cause and assistant coach Rob Gaudreault knows the team needs to keep their focus, regardless of who they’re playing against. “We have to be serious in every game, every shift,” Gaudreault said. “We’ll roll our lines as long as everyone is moving on the ice. If we don’t see that, we’re going to make the necessary changes to get some guys going. We need to go 100 per cent out there and we’re looking for these guys to give it their all.” Saturday’s game comes against the first place Campbell River Storm, who has won five games in a row and sit atop the VIJHL with a record of 19 wins, two losses and

one tie. The two teams have played only twice so far this season but both games haven’t been pretty for the Gens. The Storm have a total of 16 goals in the two games this season, while the Gens have only managed two. “If we can put our minds to it and work hard on Friday, we can hopefully carry that over to Saturday,” forward Jonah Pearson said. “We need to be better for a full 60 minutes and if we can do that, we’ll be alright.” Both games can be heard live on 88.5 The Beach, with Dominic Abassi. Puck drop is 7:30 both nights, with the Gens at home Saturday night.

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The statistics are frightening. As of 2012, almost 1 in 10 Americans had diabetes, and 1 in 4 didn’t even know it! And, a sad number, over 200,000 were under the age of 20. Diabetes is a costly disease, both publicly and personally, but Dean much can be done to prevent it and manage it. The Pharmacist “epidemic” of it is largely due to lifestyle choices – /Manager both activity based and dietary. Make changes now to avoid becoming a statistic! You may have heard of the 10,000-step program? Using a pedometer, you track your activity and achieving 10,000 steps per day is associated with better health. While that is good, only 2,000 steps per day (equivalent to 20 minutes of walking at a moderate pace) are necessary to reduce your cardiovascular risk if you have pre-diabetes! And, every 2,000 step increase in activity reduces your risk by an additional 8%! So, get moving! Czech researchers are thinking outside the box. Conventional wisdom suggests diabetics eat smaller meals more frequently in an attempt to stabilize blood sugar levels, but these scientists have found that diabetics can do well on just 2 meals per day (a large breakfast and lunch, but no dinner) – better than those who consume 6 small meals, even though the total calories remain the same! A larger study is still needed to confirm these findings. November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes is a complicated, multi-factorial condition that is becoming a “sign of our times.” Our pharmacists stay current on diabetes management and are happy to explain the condition and guide you through your treatment.

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Both the Ballenas Whalers senior boys and girls volleyball teams are headed to their respective provincial tournaments after successful runs at the Islands. The senior boys squad came away with a second place finish at the Island tournament at Mark Isfeld Secondary School (Comox) last weekend, losing to Woodlands (Nanaimo) in the final. The second place finish gives the Whalers a spot in the provincial tournament, which is going to be held at the Langley Events Centre Nov. 26-29. The senior girls team wound up winning the bronze medal game after their power hitter Emily Robertson went down with an injury, dashing their hopes in a game against the Dover Bay Dolphins. The girls re-grouped and beat out a tough Lambrick Park Lions team in five sets. Breanna Harvey and Mariah St. Pierre each had 15 kills, while Allysa Brown had 10 digs on defense. The senior girls provincials will be held in Parksville at Ballenas Secondary School Nov. 27-29.

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• Completely fenced 1.17 acre property in Whiskey Creek • 1684 sq. ft home w/3 bedrms, 1 1/2 baths, office area • Lovely private yard with south facing patio • Newer metal roof, bathroom, kitchen, appliances • Green house, storage shed & covered fire pit area

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Completely renovated chalet style, 3 bedroom home on quiet, private, lot. 1241 sq. ft. home has been lovingly updated w/new kitchen & bathrooms. New hardwood flooring in the lvg room, kitchen, dining area & bdrm. beautiful covered deck, 1/2 acre lot, garden has been done organically. RV & boat parking. Across from the ocean so only a short walk to the waterfront.

LITTLE QUALICUM RIVER • 4.94 Acres • Panoramic ocean/mountain views • Private

• Allows for 2 homes

MLS # 376706

• Many trails in the area

916 MULHOLLAND DR

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

• Panoramic ocean view property

MLS # 368087

$319,000

Grant Wildeman

SOLD

REALTOR®

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

• 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

866 FAIRWAYS DRIVE

$398,000

Independently Owned & Operated

2330 sqft, 3 bedroom and 3 bathroom home Private yard with fruit trees, fish pond and waterfall RV parking and close to all amenities Great family home in Qualicum Woods

Nicky Westnedge

102-354 Morison Ave. Parksville $229,000 • • • •

Bright 1200 sq ft 2 bedroom condo Large walk in shower & in-suite laundry Underground parking with workshop Private patio & 5 minute walk to the beach

*5% Down = $838 MONTHLY PAYMENT W

LIS

• 1725 sq. ft rancher backing onto the Eaglecrest Golf Course • White kitchen w/loads of cabinetry, living rm w/bay window • Family rm w/gas fireplace & brick hearth, eating area, 3 bds • Off family room is 21’ x 14’ private, sunny, partially covered patio • Yard is a gardeners dream, fully fenced & artfully landscaped

• Renovated 2700sq. main level entry home w/2 bedrm suite. • New maple kitchen w/5 burner gas stove, new roof, new floors, • Built in vacuum, double garage & 200 amp service • New garage door & awning on deck. Large deck w/ocean view • Raised garden beds, fenced backyard & lots of RV/boat parking

1490 SUNRISE DRIVE

511 DOGLEG CLOSE

$477,000

$499,900

I PR

1575 Haida Way, Nanoose Bay $419,000

3-3199 Brooklin Lane, Hilliers $169,000

*Rates subject to change without notice. Certain conditions may apply based on OAC, E & OE*

$429,900

• 2 bedrooms and 1100 sq. ft., super quiet setting • 5 minutes from Qualicum Beach • Immaculate and 5 appliances included

108 DENMAN DRIVE

Unlicensed Assistant

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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

grantwildeman@shaw.ca

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty

476 Linden Place, Qualicum Beach $399,000

$385,000

MLS # 373584

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

www.grantwildeman.ca

1097 AERY VIEW DRIVE

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2007 sq ft 3 bedroom home in Beachcomber Ocean view and beach access just steps away In Law Suite Detached 2 car garage /workshop

• 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 overheight vehicles & a double garage

• Beautiful home,.22 acre lot, backing onto Eaglecrest Golf Course • White kitchen , entry w/vaulted ceiling, formal dining room • Hardwood floors, oversized windows, high end carpenting • New roof, heat pump, paint in & out, blinds & drapes, • Custom patio canopy & green house. back yard done in patio bricks

26-1059 TANGLEWOOD PLACE

1424 STATION ROAD

$619,000

$725,000

LIS

626 Ermineskin Avenue, Parksville $339,000 • 1730 sq ft 3 bedroom family home including family & living room • Many upgrades including flooring and tile work • Spacious open floor plan • South facing yard with RV Parking

830 Village Way, Qualicum Beach $769,000 • Custom built 4400 sqft 6 bedroom 4 bathroom home • High beamed ceilings, 5 fireplaces, granite counters and heated floors • 1000+ sq ft 2 bedroom in-law suite over the 3 bay garage • 2.5 acre property with a separate 1600 sq ft shop

• 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

• 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

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

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Brenda

Nicolls

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

Personal Real Estate Corporation

250-248-8371

info@brendanicolls.com l www.brendanicolls.com

New Listing 6289 Island W Highway, Qualicum Bay

“Walk On Waterfront” Crisp, Clean and Urban Chique with West Coast flair, are fitting descriptives for this quality Certified Built Green fabulous loft home in the tastefully designed STONES THROW townhome residences, where you will find amazing Loft #5! *spacious ground floor entrance with all living on second level/bright open kitchen/granite accents and top-line stainless appliances/ entertainment island/clerestory windows/open living and dining with massive windows with custom installed Calif shutters/huge private deck sporting all season “just right” sunshine/ large master w walk-thru closet and ensuite/2nd bdrm w private access to main bath/ electric fireplace/vaulted ceilings/heated garage w storage* WALKABLE to ALL amenities, your 1435sf home can be yours for Christmas!!!

• 3246 sq ft, 4 bed/2.5 bath home on .47 ac • Ocean views from LR, DR and spacious kitchen • Step out from open concept living area to seaside deck • 3 car garage with attached 24x24 finished space • Private boat ramp and boat storage area

“above all...it’s about you!”

“above all...it’s about you!” www.jilltuggle.com email: jill@jilltuggle.com

699,900

cell. 250-927-2385

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED $274,900

NEW LISTING $519,900

BUILDER OR INVESTOR $89,700

GREAT INVESTMENT $252,900

Les Pockett

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E UC

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

MLS# 381250

Personal Real Estate Corporation

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

• 1.17 acre riverfront lot • 1100 sq.ft. footings in place • Located in quiet area of Little Qualicum River Village

MLS# 381329

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED $293,900

VANCOUVER ISLAND

MLS# 376571

AVORADO RESORT $42,900

MLS# 378728

55+ PARK $34,900

CUTE AS A BUTTON $199,500

Cell:

(250) 927-7653

D CE

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1-800-224-5906

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

www.lespockett.com

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

• 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

• • • •

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

MLS# 374920

INVESTMENT OR STARTER $211,900

MLS# 373924

FAMILY FRIENDLY PARK $149,900

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS $59,900 !

Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty

Independently Owned & Operated

679 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC

2013

E UC

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5.19 acres w/ ocean views Cleared building site 5 GPM drilled well and power Fully lockable 12’x12’x 24’ storage unit MLS# 379578

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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 MLS# 366035

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. MLS# 372109

MASTER SALES AWARD

ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

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THE THE THE AWARD OFAWARAW DARD O F OF EXCELLENCE EXCELLENCE CE Parksville-Qualicum Beach Realty EXCELLEN

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3471 Blueback Drive, Nanoose Bay $789,000

1401 Marina Way, 25 YEARS Nanoose Bay $1,490,000 SERVICE

SOLD

263 Hickey Avenue, Parksville $425,000

SOLD

Magnificent waterfront residence, nestled amongst natural rock and landscape in Nanoose Bay. Modern high end finishing and decor will greet you as you enter this nearly new, quality built, West Coast style main level entry with walk-out basement home. Some of the fine features include wide plank hickory hardwood, travertine tiles, 9 ft ceilings throughout, custom 7 ft interior doors, Vinyl-Tec Low E windows throughout, and the dream kitchen you’ve always been waiting for!

Waterfront property by Schooner Cove Marina with 100 ft. of water frontage with another 66 ft. of road allowance beside the property. First time on the market with the original owner. Beautiful and scenic oceanfront setting with south-east exposure looking out towards Schooner Cove and Winchelsea Island. The main level has oak hardwood flooring throughout. The open living room and dining area have expansive windows looking out towards the view.

LEGAL SUITE for a mortgage helper! Nice family home in Parksville offering 3 bedrooms + den, 2 full bathrooms and an open plan living area. Maple cabinets in spacious kitchen with island and separate pantry. Bright and spacious on the main living area with patio doors from dining room to a sundeck for outdoor barbecues and entertaining. Double car garage with plenty of RV parking to the side. Legal 1 bedroom suite rented for $850/month to mature tenant who wishes to stay.

201 Valdez Avenue, Qualicum Beach $379,000

18 - 1135 Resort Drive, Parksville $259,000

5 - 233 Moilliet Street, Parksville $159,000

OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, Nov. 23 • 1-4pm

Qualicum Beach rancher located in Hermitage Park, within walking distance into town. Almost completely updated, this 3 bedroom 3 bath rancher shows immaculately well! Enter into the bright spacious foyer with skylight and french doors to the open concept living space. Natural gas fireplace in the living room to warm up to. The extra feature of this home is the sitting room in the back that has windows galore, that showcases the lovely back yard and gardens.

Renovated and ready to go! This 3 bedroom 2 bath home in Ocean Trails offers versatility on how you use this recreational home. Many stay half the year and go south the other half, or you can put this property in to the Ocean Trails rental pool to produce income while you have it as a vacation get-away. One of the few 3 bedroom homes in this resort and this one has lots of space for your family and friends to enjoy the Parksville waterfront, outdoor pool, hot tub and tennis court.

Family friendly townhouse in Parksville that is priced well for the first time home buyer or investor. This end unit offers 2 bedrooms, all 5 appliances, a covered back patio and fully fenced backyard. Low strata fees of $196 per month. This townhouse development has installed all new roofs & painted all exterior siding within the last 5 years. Pets & rentals are allowed.

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1pm to 4pm

Located at 500 Corfield St. Parksville, BC PHASE 98% SOLD OUT IV NOW SELLING PHASE I &NEW II SOLD OUT1 •- 5PHASE III & PHASE PHASES JUST RELEASED FOR SALE!

$335,000 Starting at $364,900

PLUS GST

• Beautifully finished single level patio homes.

• Oversized 2 car garage.

• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, + den.

• 1333 to 1500 sq. ft of living space.

Show Suite Designed by Patti Ransom Interior Design.

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

* Personal Real Estate Corporation

of Nanaimo 250.751.1223

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PR AT T ROAD, COOMBS

Have you imagined owning that quaint artisan home in one of the most inspiring environments on the West Coast? Couverdon’s Pratt Road acreages on Vancouver Island offer dynamic opportunities for you and your family. With plush lots centrally located between Nanaimo (30 minutes), the Comox Valley (30 minutes) and Parksville/Qualicum (5 minutes), these parcels are in the heart of the Island’s artisan community. Be surrounded by craftsmen, artists, villages, markets and much more.

So the question is... what will you do with your canvas?

ACREAGES STARTING AT $239,000 For more info call 1.877.239.4811

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

Features all the living space on the ground ﬂoor Price from $399,000

Loft Home 1,735 sq. ft.

Features ground ﬂoor entry with all the living space on the second ﬂoor Price from $389,000

Parksville’s most modern dowtown residence

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SOLD

#234 - 330 DOGWOOD STREET SHORELINE ESTATES

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325 SUTHERLAND

• Ocean-view - end unit, kitch window! & no stairs! • 2 great sized bdrms & 2 baths (ens. w/walk-in shower) • Single garage plus separate storage room- MOVE IN READY!

• .21 acre lot, excellent building site for your dream home • Tourist Commercial in the community plan • This unique property may never be available again

$289,900

$495,000

Jill Tuggle

E NE

#5-220 MCVICKERS ST. AWESOME STONE’S THROW • Crisp, clean and Green Built quality-classy LOFT! • WALKABLE to all amenities! Starbies, Tims, food! • Still as new, this gem is worth viewing and making YOUR HOME!

$379,900 NO gst!

Jill Tuggle

509-1155 RESORT DRIVE

Fabulous TIGH-NA-MARA Largest spa bungalow 835sf Dynamic amenities for 100% ownership Extremely well managed rental pool for peace of mind

$119,000

Jill Tuggle

3180 ISLAND W. HIGHWAY

Character home at the beach Upgrades: floors, roof, windows & more Detached garage & studio in back 1,786 sqft., 3 beds, 2 baths

$448,000

658 WEDGEWOOD CRESCENT

3180 ISLAND W. HIGHWAY

• • • •

$305,000

$448,000

• • • •

Aaron Nicklen*

161 WEST FIFTH AVE

• 3 bed, 3 bath, plus den • Separate living accommodation • Lovely backyard, lane access • Walk to town, you must see

$339,000

#3 120 FINHOLM, PARKSVILLE

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

Kevin Clayton $149,900

Jim/Margo Hoffman

• 3 bd/1.5 ba/+fam rm/ocean side of IsHwy • Beside park/walkable to arena/schools • Spacious fenced yard, nice lot

• • • •

Tom Dodds

• • • •

Jill Tuggle

Character home at the beach Upgrades: floors, roof, windows & more Detached garage & studio in back 1,786 sqft., 3 beds, 2 baths

Aaron Nicklen*

875 CAVIN ROAD

• 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, on crawl • Estate like waterfront property • Separate, shop wonderful views • Private and quiet location

$898,000

Kevin Clayton

• • • •

170 CRESCENT W. ROAD

Exclusive rancher on 0.19 of an acre Elegant, extensive recent upgrades Across from Memorial Golf Course 2,108 sqft., 4 beds, 3 baths

$579,000

Aaron Nicklen*

559 VINE DRIVE, PARKSVILLE

Over 1900 sq ft,3 bed, 2 bath Bonus & family room, Built in 2006 Walk-in crawlspace RV parking, Double attached garage

$419,900

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1-1600 BRYNMARL ROAD

Gorgeous beachcomber condo 2 bed, 2 bath, den/office Over 2000 sq. ft. totally renovated At the marina on the waterfront

Dale Rumming $579,000

Kevin Clayton

• • • •

3473 SIMMONS PLACE

Ocean view lot in Schooner Ridge 0.30 of an acre level corner lot Steps from Marina & Fairwinds Golf Prestigious neighbourhood

$329,000

Aaron Nicklen*

1049 CARDINAL WAY

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3,300 square feet, walk-out basement New Roof, choice location Large Deck and Yard 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

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3,167 sqft., including 700 sqft. suite 0.98 of an acre Close to town centre Quality finishes throughout

• • • •

1700 sq ft 3 bed/2.5 bath on 3 floors 3rd bedroom/den/arts area in ocean view loft Private, low maintenance, walk to beach/town 20 x 14 shop, RV/boat parking, .27 acre

$379,900

Ian Mackay

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1785 DUNWURKIN WAY QUALICUM BEACH

657 TURNER ROAD

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

• 2 storey, main level entry home on .46 acre • 1935 sqft, 4 bed/3 bath + fam room & den • Private setting, mountain views, RV parking

$249,900

$285,000

Jill Tuggle

817 PRIMROSE STREET QUALICUM BEACH

Brenda Nicolls

2311 MATE PLACE

• • • •

2520 ROWLAND ROAD

Waterfront acreage lot in Nanoose Bay 2.77 acre lot with walk-on beach Park next door for added privacy Close to Fairwind’s Golf & Marina

$644,000

Aaron Nicklen*

• Immaculate 2 bed, 2 full bath rancher • Generous Master, 3 pc ensuite, walk-in closet • Private SW facing lot with big deck • Lots of light, double garage, RV parking

• 3 bed, 4 baths, family room • Top notch custom renovations • Covered deck with heaters • Peaceful cul de sac location

• With $9800 down, your mortgage is $561.00 /mo. on o.a.c • You own the land! • 2 bed, 2 bath • Fully fenced for kids & pets

$349,800

$569,000

$98,000

Brenda Nicolls

kevin clayton

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Totally renovated Additional storage, 2 big shed & under home Laminate, bay window, country kitchen 2 bed, 1 renovated large bath

$59,900

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Dale Rumming

New stove & countertops Open kitchen with lots of cupboards Remodelled, new deck with gazebo 3 bed/1 bath, fenced yard for kids & small pet

Dale Rumming $54,900

Dale Rumming

250 RUPERT E. ROAD

$749,000

Ian Mackay

427 TRIO LANE QUALICUM BEACH

$475,000

Brenda Nicolls

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