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Youth, traffic and crime reduction are the Oceanside RCMP’s top priorities this year, according to chief of police Brian Hunter. Addressing the Regional Distict of Nanaimo’s board of directors, Hunter said the priorities are a result of statistics and meetings with elected officials and community groups. “This doesn’t mean we won’t police other crimes that occur,” Hunter told the board at its committee-of-the-whole meeting. “It means we’ll put an extra emphasis on these issues and when we do that, some of the other issues will subside.” Hunter said there are 120 rural districts in the province policed by the RCMP. Of those, the RDN is the second largest in size (next to the Comox Valley) and the second lowest in crime (next to Quadra Island). “That’s pretty good stuff,” said Hunter, adding rural Parksville Qualicum Beach — including Nanoose Bay, French Creek, Deep Bay/ Bowser and Errington/Coombs — has a crime rate of 25. Crime rate is the number of reported crimes per 1,000 population in a given year. He said the Mounties’ first priority is working on “positive interaction” with youth by crafting relationships at the local elementary and high schools through programs like D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) and engaging in recreational activities with youth. “It’s amazing when you start playing floor hockey with them (youth) they realize ‘these guys are just human beings like us,’” said Hunter, who also said youth are aware of much of the crime that takes place here, especially in terms of incidents like graffiti. See FOCUS, page A4

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LOOKING GOOD: Ballenas Secondary School senior students looked fabulous at the BSS Grad Fashion Show on March 4 at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre. Fashions and hair styles were all provided by businesses in the Parksville Qualicum Beach and Nanaimo area.

PARKSVILLE DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION AGM

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The Parksville Downtown Business Association plans to spend $22,000 sprucing up the streets of the city in 2015, members learned at the group’s annual general meeting on Tuesday. About 75 people packed a small room at the Parksville Community and Conference Centre for the meeting, an attendance figure not lost on past president Michelle Jones, who mar-

shalled members through the agenda. “This is the most people we’ve had at an AGM,” said Jones. “The more people who get involved, the more we can get done. We realized through the summer and into the spring that people were getting more interested in downtown and what we do.” Jones may have been addressing not only renewed interest in the downtown, but some dissent among

members that became apparent when a group of Craig Street merchants appeared before city council last year unhappy with what they perceived as a lack of attention to their shopping district from the PDBA. One of the leaders of that Craig Street group, Barry Evans, asked some pointed questions at the AGM on Tuesday night about the need for a salaried employee. See BYLAW, page A4

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Distracted driving has proliferated in the digital age. Police say it’s responsible for 25 per cent of all car crash fatalities in B.C. resulting in an average of 88 deaths per year, 12 of which are on Vancouver Island. “Most drivers leave their phones alone but some still aren’t getting the message” said Caroline Robinson, ICBC road safety coordinator. “No call or text is so important it’s worth risking your life.” So in an effort to curb the bad habit, ICBC and the Oceanside RCMP are connecting with high school students to educate them on the risks of distracted driving. Today, Ballenas and Kwalikum Secondary School students will get an opportunity to try ICBC’s new driving simulator. Students will attend an information session and learn about the risks of driving distracted prior to using the machine — a computer automated, hands-on driving tool. The simulator shows the impact of distracted driving, especially texting while behind the wheel. Police say it’s too dangerous to demonstrate with real vehicles, but using a simulator safely shows the results of being distracted while driving. March is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and police will be using both education and enforcement in an effort to prevent needless death and injury on our roadways. —NEWS Staff/RCMP

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WARMING UP FOR SAN FRAN: Members of both Ballenas Secondary choirs, grades 8-9 and 10-12 performed together at Arrowsmith Lodge in parksville Monday as they get in shape for a big trip to San Francisco in May. Contact a music student or teacher Rick Robson at 250-248-5721 ext. 2914 to help by ordering something through their spring garden sale, running into April.

SCHOOL DISTRICT 69 BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING TUESDAY

Parallel budget pitched Also, MATA president Debbie Morran announces she is leaving the district for a BCTF job

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Debbie Morran has stepped down as president of the Mount Arrowsmith Teachers’ Association. Her new position with the B.C. Teachers’ Federation in Vancouver as a support to the local teacher association presidents in the Kootenays and eastern B.C. starts tomorrow, she said. “I have appreciated all of my years working in Parksville and Qualicum,” she said at Tuesday’s school board meeting. “I take away all these fond memories and I will continue to be vocal and seek the truth.” Morran, presdient of MATA for four years and in the district for 25 years as a teacher, was heavily involved with the recent teachers’ strike. “I know every teacher in the province has benefited from your work because people that work toward the truth benefits everybody,” Trustee Barry Kurland said to Morran. Norberta Heinrichs, who is currently vice president of MATA, will step in as acting president. In her last SD69 meeting, Morran commended the board for its letter to the provincial government regarding budget cuts to education. Later in the meeting, Trustee Julie Austin called for the board to consider creating a needsbased budget alongside the district’s 2015/16

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budget. “This parallel budget would reflect the true needs of our district,” she said. Austin said she hoped the document would show what cuts could have translated into the classroom, such as more teachers or support staff, and how strategic spending, such as implementing solar projects for energy, could lead to cost savings down the road. “A document like this would be invaluable for the trustees to use in our lobbying efforts to the provincial government,” she said. Kelly Wray of the District Parents Advisory Council supported this motion. In other news from Tuesday night’s board meeting: • Assistant superintendent Gillian Wilson presented a draft of the 2015/16 school calendar, which schools will send to parents by the end of the week. The calendar will also be available on the district’s website (sd69.bc.ca) and parents are invited to give their feedback through the site. • The district has chosen the sites for its upcoming SOLE and STREAM alternative programs, said Wilson. SOLE, the outdoor education program, will be hosted by Nanoose Bay Elementary due to its proximity to several ecological sites. STREAM, a program that focuses on science, technology and engineering, will be hosted by Arrowview Elementary as that school has classrooms that could be transformed into “maker spaces,” said Wilson. She also said the chosen schools are not at capacity and thus had space for the new programs.

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About one-third of the association’s $155,000 budget is spent on the salary of the executive director. “You don’t get things done when everyone is doing it as volunteers,” said Jones. “If we have big hopes of moving things forward, we need staff to do it.” Evans pressed the issue, saying the city bylaw establishing and setting rules for the PDBA does not include provisions for the hiring of staff. “The bylaw doesn’t exclude us from paying a salary,” Jones countered. “I don’t read the bylaw the same way you do.” Evans, and others, also wanted board members to explain expenditures related to a study examining the feasibility of a funicular (cable railway) to link Community Park with the downtown core. The association will end up spending close to $20,000 on this study, $8,000 in 2015. “You just went ahead and spent it without asking the membership,” said Evans. “Don’t you think you should have went to the membership?” PDBA member Penny Shantz entered the conversation, saying the board is elected by the membership and entrusted to do the association’s business. “Any non-profit society depends on their

board,” said Shantz. “A lot of people in this room believe they (the board) are doing a good job.” The PDBA’s 2015 budget suggests project spending of $87,450 (up from $61,550 in 2014) and administration costs of $80,240 (about $500 more than 2014). Jones said that while projects, including streetscaping and a Christmas program, have specific budget figures assigned to them now, it’s up to the new board to shuffle priorities, and money, as it sees fit. Members elected seven new board members Tuesday night from a list of 11 names. President Craig Carmichael (Island Exposures Art Gallery) decided not to run for re-election. The new board members are: Melisa Beatty (Coastal Community Credit Union), Cindy Craig (Oceanside Stylist and Barber Shoppe), Randy Henson (Quality Foods), Sandy Herle (Close to You Ladies Fashion, Lingerie and Footwear), Kristy Lotzien (Soak Essentials), Tony MacAulay (McLane and MacAulay Notories Public) and Heather Taylor (Blossoms ’n Such Flowers, Botanicals, Artisan Works). The five board members who will serve the second year of their two-year terms are: Judy Evans (Mercedes Lane), Michelle Jones (Timberlake-Jones Engineering), Carol Ormiston, (Parksville Home Hardware), Neil Watson (HollisWealth) and Arthur Wong (The Beach Club Resort).

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“If we have relationships with youth maybe they’ll pare that down,” he said. “I know I’m wearing rose coloured glasses but the hope is that as youth get into adulthood they have a positive idea about police.” Secondly, Hunter said traffic is predominately an issue in terms of speeding and distracted driving — noting the detachment is tackling those issues through education and enforcement. And the police’s third priority is crime reduction with a focus on property crime and drugs.

“The two are interrelated,” said Hunter. “You get somebody with a drug addiction of hundreds of dollars a day, they don’t have money and they are going to start stealing things.” He said police are focusing on identifying “chronic offenders” described as “that very, very small portion of the population who commit the majority of the crime.” From 2008 to 2012 Hunter said crime has been reduced by 50 per cent in Parksville Qualicum Beach.

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Kickstart Fitness owner helps women combat assault with protection tactics Brenda GouGh NEWS CONTRIBUTOR

The owner of Kickstart Fitness is urging all women to make changes in their lives to save themselves from becoming victims of assault. Beth Alden is well known for helping people with struggles. As a personal trainer, she has transformed many lives with her approach to physical fitness. At her training facility on Springhill Road in Parksville she’s helped a lot of people lose weight and get their lives back on track, but she also teaches self preservation. During an event aimed at empowering women held March 6 at her gym, Alden shared some of her personal challenges including her journey that led her to becoming a certified self defense instructor. Alden began the conversation by admitting she was a victim of rape when she was just 16 years old telling the audience that after a lot of counseling she was able to not only get past the experience, but use it to help save other women from becoming a rape statistic. Jaws in the audience dropped when Alden listed several alarming statistics surrounding sexual assaults. Some of the data she gathered indicated one in four North American women will be sexually assaulted during their lifetime. “If you look at the stats where six out of 100 sexual assaults are reported to the police that means 262,400 cases of sexual assault were not reported. That is a number way too high. We need to start making a change now,” she said. Alden emphasized that womWe have a false sense of en should not be afraid to talk security living in a small about their assaults or hide betown. Parksville cause of embarrassment. Qualicum Beach is like any other town. “We need to stand up and fight beth alden for our dignity and take a stand on rape. Don’t be afraid to tell your story because you are the victim. Be proud of who you are and realize it was not your fault and if you ever get into a situation again fight like you have never fought before.” Alden encourages all women to learn some selfdefence moves to prevent them from becoming an easy target and she said you should not let your guard down no matter where you are. “We have a false sense of security living in a small town. Parksville Qualicum Beach is like any other town . . . Toronto, Vancouver, L.A. We have problems just like any other big city and self defense is so crucial.” She said there are no magic or secret moves surrounding self-defence when it comes to your safety.

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Beth Alden of Kickstart Fitness shared some great self-defence tips at an empowering women event March 6 including firmly carrying your keys in your hand when walking to your car. The self-defence instructor encourages everyone to learn how to protect their personal space and avoid a violent situation.

“It is not like a Jujitsu or a Kung Fu move. It boils down to keeping things simple and similar. When I teach a self-defence class, I teach four different real easy moves. When I got certified, the biggest lesson I learned was that biting can be your best defence. When in doubt, bite whatever you can get your teeth on. Be ruthless,” she exclaimed. Alden became a certified self-defence instructor one year ago and she said it was an intense and brutal process that challenged her fight or flight response and transformed the way she sees the world around her. “Now when I am walking I look all around constantly. I visualize what I am going to do when I get attacked.” She said you have to do whatever it takes to stay safe and that includes simply changing the way you walk down a sidewalk. “To be safe you need to not act like a victim. You need to walk and be assertive. Don’t have your head down … be aware of what’s around you. Be conscious of your surroundings,” she emphasized. She agreed that there are occasions when people can become victims just by fluke, but in most

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cases predators are more likely stalking you. “Victims are very seldom picked by mistake. Criminals have certain criteria when it comes to choosing who will be an easy target. Bad guys are looking for people who are vulnerable,” she explained. Alden said when you are out and about you want to walk assertively and with purpose. “If you walk with your head down not paying attention you are becoming a victim.” She also had some advice for runners who have both ear buds in. “You should just have one ear bud in when you run. So many times I will walk up to someone with both ear buds in and tap them and they jump and I think ‘what are you doing?’ because in that split second I could have killed them.” She said you need to be aware of your surroundings and know where your next escape route is. “Always carry your keys in your hand when walking to your car and always look in your car before you get in.” Kickstart Fitness is located at 1530 Springhill Road. For more information, call 250-586-2011.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 1. NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING Notice is hereby given that, prior to the Monday, March 23, 2015, Council Meeting, a Public Information Meeting will be held at 6:00 pm in the Qualicum Beach Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, 660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach. The applicant, Parksville-Qualicum Kiwanis Housing Society, and staff will be available to review and discuss the Kiwanis Housing zoning amendment application. 2. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday, March 23, 2015, at 7:00 pm in the Qualicum Beach Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, 660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, to receive representations from all persons who believe their interest in property to be affected by the proposed amendment to “Town of Qualicum Beach Land Use and Subdivision Bylaw No. 580, 1999” noted below. A copy of the bylaw may be inspected at the Municipal Office of the Town of Qualicum Beach, #201–660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, except statutory holidays, from March 12 to March 23, 2015. Amendment Bylaw No. 580.77 (Kiwanis Housing) The Qualicum–Parksville Kiwanis Housing Society is the owner of the property located at 250 First Avenue West (Qualicum Park Village), where thirty-four affordable housing units are currently under construction. The Kiwanis Housing Society is now requesting an amendment to the zoning bylaw to permit a triplex in place of the clubhouse, which would permit a net increase of two dwelling units. If Bylaw No. 580.77 is adopted, “Town of Qualicum Beach Land Use and Subdivision Bylaw No. 580, 1999” will be amended by changing “Part 6 – Land Use Regulations” Section 6.4.30.5 – Comprehensive Development Zone 9 (CD9) as follows: i. changing the “Combined total of all dwelling units per parcel” from 35 to 37. ii. replacing the page entitled “A-1” with an updated version that shows a triplex instead of the clubhouse. iii. replacing the page entitled “L-1” (landscaping) with an updated schedule that shows a triplex instead of the clubhouse. This Notice is published in accordance with Section 892 of the Local Government Act. For further information regarding the bylaw amendment, please contact the Planning Department at the Municipal Office of the Town of Qualicum Beach, #201-660 Primrose Street, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia at 250.752.6921 or email lsales@qualicumbeach.com. Luke Sales, MCIP, RPP Director of Planning

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Sixteen students from Ballenas and Kwalikum Secondary Schools will take part in the annual Fire Camp next week for an inside look at what it takes to be on an emergency response team. “We give them (students) some insight as to what it’s like to work in emergency services,” said Qualicum Beach fire chief Darryl Kohse. The fire chief said students will get exposure to the local fire departments in Parksville Qualicum Beach, B.C. Ambulance Service, RCMP,

the Canadian Coast Guard and the Royal Canadian Air Force. Kohse said students will be housed at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre for a week from March 15-21. The students, most of whom are in Grade 11 and 12, applied for the program earlier this year and will receive four credits upon completion of the camp. “More or less it’s to give kids exposure to emergency response teams — whether they go on to become volunteers or careers members it’s a good experience.” Kohse said several students who take part in the annual camp have gone on to apply for junior fire fighting programs. The Fire Camp is sponsored in large part by the Qualicum Beach Rotary Club and Qualicum Foods.

NATIONAL RECOGNITION

QF judged best managed For the eighth straight year, Vancouver Island grocer Quality Foods has been selected from thousands of applicants as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and retains its prestigious accreditation as a Best Managed Platinum member in 2014. “2014 was a crucial year for us; we expanded to WestShore area in Victoria at last,” Ken Schley, QF’s Director of Operations and founding partner, said through a news release. “When we open a new location it’s important to recognize where our growth is coming from, our hard-working and loyal QF people. From there, growth stems from our commitment to supporting local communities, innovations that improve our customers’ shopping experiences, and meaningful relationships with national brands and local suppliers.” Quality Foods has become known for practical innovations in the grocery industry, said the release. “We were one of the first in Canada to offer both online shopping and a points reward program, plus My Daily Special which allows cus-

tomers to pick a non-flyer item for a personal sale price,” said Shawn Tomczyk, QF’s Director of Information Systems. “More recently, we introduced a unique, and so far as we know, unduplicated smartphone app that connects customer selected deals seamlessly to any QF checkout.” Best Managed has recognized world-class Canadian businesses since 1993 and has become one of the nation’s elite business awards programs. “We’re thrilled,” said Schley. “Platinum membership means we are continuing to adapt and grow in changing environments, and that we have been able to stay in pretty good company for an extended period of time. We’re proud of this designation and we know that being recognized in this way means a lot to all of our QF people and to our customers.” Quality Foods is an independent grocer operating 12 award-winning stores on Vancouver Island and Powell River. — NEWS Staff/QF news release

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QUALICUM BEACH MUSEUM

Refreshing renovations bring in the light The goal next year is to move the palaeontology exhibit upstairs

glass artist Paul Crawford depicting the importance of the local ecosystem with sea life, mountains and a dog salmon, which is where the name Qualicum comes from. There is a new post and beam AUREN RUVINSKY portico at the main entrance writer@pqbnews.com with wood donated by Chris The Qualicum Beach Muse- Berndt. um will wrap up work on the Inside they have moved the first phase of major ongoing office from the front to the back renovation work in time to open corner, opening up an entry way in May. and more retail space. They re“This is the moved part of first step in a This winter, we focussed on the wall beside significant inthe stairs brinthe infrastructure vestment over a ing in more WENDY MAURER five year plan to light from the refresh the intewindows and rior,” said Wendy Maurer, pres- took out the wall that used to diident of the Qualicum Beach vide the upstairs in two. Historical and Museum Society. The goal next year is to move She said they know what the the palaeontology exhibit upend product will look like in five stairs, giving more room for years, but haven’t scheduled out social history on the more acexactly what will happen when, cessible ground floor, though with a lot of it depending on Maurer said they are committed when they get the funding. to keeping the chair lift on the “This winter we focused on stairs. the infrastructure,” she said of She said they are still in the things like a fancier new en- process of big picture thinking trance and opening up the inte- and continuing with the extenrior space removing some walls. sive community consultation on The new entrance includes how best to serve their commua glass door etched by Bowser nity.

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Statins. They get a bad rap – everything from their cost to their side effects to questions of their necessity – but a recent 20-year follow-up study has demonstrated that at only 5 years of treatment with a statin resulted in a persistent reduction in Catherine cardiovascular disease over the 2 decades of the Pharmacist study. Essentially, taking the statin was like setting the clock back 5 years on your cardiovascular system. Numbers like these are very “heartening!” Many people assume a drug is “safe” if it’s available without a prescription – acetaminophen (Tylenol©) is considered more so, due to its use in infants and children. However, there have been at least 156 “accidental” deaths blamed on acetaminophen in Canada since 2006! Overdosing, often due to combining several medications that already contain acetaminophen, is a major cause, as is its use in liver disease, drinkers, the malnourished, and very young or old. Getting the right drug is one issue, but getting that right drug into your body the best way can be quite another! Many medications need to be delivered by special means, such as an asthma inhaler or an injector device. A recent study suggested that only 7% of patients used their inhaler properly while only 16% did so with their autoinjector – in spite of having been shown how! Repetition and practice is necessary to perfect techniques!

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CHILD PORN POSSESSION ALLEGATIONS

Two local men arrested Police say the alleged incidents are unrelated; the men have been released and are to appear in court in June CandaCe Wu news@pqbnews.com

Two Parksville Qualicum Beach men have been arrested in relation to separate incidents related to child pornography possession, according to Oceanside RCMP. Mounties are recommending charges against both men. On March 6, police said a search warrant was obtained for a residence in Qualicum Beach, where a 42-year-old man was subsequently arrested. Police are recommending charges of possession of child pornography, unsafe storage of a firearm and possession of a controlled substance against the Qualicum Beach resident. A few days later on March 10, police said a search warrant was obtained for a residence in Parksville, where a 54-year-old man was arrested. Police are recommending charges of possession and distribution of child pornography. Oceanside RCMP Cpl. Jesse Foreman told The NEWS neither of the suspects are known to police, nor are the incidents related.

Both men have since been released. Police said the men will make their first appearance in Nanaimo Provincial Court in June. “The RCMP takes child pornography and sexual assaults very seriously,” said Foreman. “Crimes against children are serious and result in lifelong emotional scars.” Foreman said child pornography investigations are rare in this region, but whenever they do surface the incidents are acted upon immediately. The Oceanside detachment was tipped off by the Integrated Child Exploitation (ICE) team, an RCMP unit based in Surrey, on March 5, according to Foreman. He said police mobilized quickly to obtain search warrants for the suspects. According to a news release issued by Oceanside RCMP, there is a growing demand for child pornography investigations due to a “dramatic increase in this crime via the internet.” The ICE team works in conjunction with the RCMP technical crime unit and municipal detachments. Members of the Integrated Child Exploitation team are asking anyone who may have information about incidents where children are being sexually abused to call their tip line at 604-598-4498.

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March 16, 2015

Marks two amazing celebrations!

BRENT HOOK Owner of the Parkville Dairy Queen th will be celebrating his 60 Birthday! 34 of those years have been as a proud member of this community. He continues to express much appreciation for the support of friends and neighbours. Amazing father to Courtney, Whitney & Taylor, and grandpa to Dayton. The second celebration is the

Anniversary of Dairy Queen itself!

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60 is a great number! It’s the number of years you’ve blessed us with your presence, kindness, sense of humour and love.

Please join us Monday, March 16, at the store, to celebrate... Enjoy a free cone on us! (Small donation to the Children’s Miracle Network appreciated)

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Labourer Trainee/Labourer - Temporar y Full-time

Job Competition No. 2015-01 (Parks Dept) & Job Competition No. 2015-02 (Public Works Dept)

The Town of Qualicum Beach is currently seeking up to four qualified individuals for the position of Labourer Trainee/Labourer on a temporary full-time basis, in the Public Works and Parks Departments to perform a wide range of general labourer duties related to municipal operations. Varied shifts including weekends, evenings, nights and holidays are a requirement of this position. This position is subject to the CUPE Local 401 Collective Agreement, including the Labourer Trainee rate of pay: ($21.24/hour) or Labourer ($24.79/hour) subject to prior experience and based on a 40-hour work-week. Work terms are based on operational requirements and may be up to 8 months in duration. Please visit our website at www.qualicumbeach.com/employment for further details on the positions and to obtain an application form. Please submit an application quoting the job competition number you are applying for, by 4:30 pm, Wednesday, March 25, 2015, to: Corporate Administrator Town of Qualicum Beach I #201-660 Primrose St. PO Box 130 I Qualicum Beach BC V9K 1S7 Fax: 250.752.1243 I Email: hsvensen@qualicumbeach.com We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contact.

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BIG BOOK SALE IN NANOOSE BAY: The Nanoose Library is hosting a huge spring book sale this weekend, March 14-15, with most books going for just one dollar and all proceeds going back to help the Nanoose Library Centre Hall. The photo above is from last year’s sale. Things kick off this Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and continue Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. at the hall, 2489 Nanoose Road. Search Facebook for more on the hall and sale.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contact.

A SURE SIGN OF SPRING

Bunny Search returns to Milner Bring the children or grandchildren for a children’s Easter Bunny search taking place at Milner Gardens April 3-6. At the Welcome and Interpretive Centre, children can pick up maps for clues to spotting the bunnies, and then return the map to the Pool House Gift Shop to receive an Easter treat. Adult admission to Milner Gardens on Highway 19 in Qualiucm Beach is $8.25. For students it’s $4.25 and there’s free admission for children

Job Competition No. 2015-03

The Town of Qualicum Beach is currently seeking energetic summer students for various positions for the period May to September 2015, on a full-time temporary basis. Available positions are specific for the following areas: Public Works, Parks and Buildings (up to 10 Positions) Successful applicants will provide a support function to staff in Public Works, Parks and Buildings and gain valuable practical and/or professional experience. For eligibility, applicants must be returning to school on a full-time basis in the following academic year. Public Works, Parks and Buildings positions involve continuous demanding physical work in all weather conditions; sufficient physical strength, stamina and coordination are required. Other desired attributes include excellent teamwork skills and the ability to communicate effectively, particularly when dealing with the public. A valid Class 5 or 7 BC Driver`s Licence is required. Varied shifts including weekends, evenings, nights and holidays are a requirement of the position. These positions are subject to the CUPE Local 401 Collective Agreement. The current rate of pay is $16.31 per hour. Please visit our website at www.qualicumbeach.com/employment for further details on the positions and to obtain an application form. Please submit an application quoting the job competition number you are applying for, by 4:30 pm, Wednesday, March 25, 2015, to: Corporate Administrator Town of Qualicum Beach I #201-660 Primrose St. PO Box 130 I Qualicum Beach BC V9K 1S7 Fax: 250.752.1243 I Email: hsvensen@qualicumbeach.com

12 who are accompanied by an adult. Milner Gardens opens for the season April 2, Thursday through Sunday and Easter Monday. The Gardens open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with last entry at 4:30 p.m. The popular Tea Room is open from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for tea, scones and soup. For more information call 250-752-6153 or visit www.milnergardens.org. — VIU news release

Full-Time Automotive Mechanic/Utility Worker Job Competition No. 2015-04

The Town of Qualicum Beach is currently seeking a qualified individual for the position of Automotive Mechanic/ Utility Worker on a permanent full-time basis. The Automotive Mechanic/Utility Worker reports to the Public Works Foreman and will perform duties related to automotive, heavy duty and small equipment mechanical work at the journeyman level. This position involves the overhaul, repair and maintenance on all types of Municipal vehicles and equipment, in the shop and in the field. Preference given to a Certified Red Seal Automotive Mechanic. This position is subject to the CUPE Local 401 Collective Agreement and offers a competitive benefit package including our commitment to ongoing training. The current rate of pay is $29.59/hour (Trades I) (2013 rates). Please visit the Town’s website for complete details on the position. If you are seeking a rewarding career opportunity in one of the most desirable places to live in BC, please submit an application form located on the Town’s website at www.qualicumbeach.com/employment before 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 31, 2015 to: Corporate Administrator Town of Qualicum Beach I #201-660 Primrose St. PO Box 130 I Qualicum Beach BC V9K 1S7 Fax: 250.752.1243 I Email: hsvensen@qualicumbeach.com We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contact.

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THE NEWS is published every Tuesday and Thursday by Black Press Ltd. #4 - 154 Middleton Ave. Parksville, B.C. V9P 2H2 250-248-4341

See HeForShe

f most of the problems women face in today’s society are caused by men, it makes sense for men to be part of the solutions. It’s difficult to argue that men, purposely or not, haven’t created much of the inequality that continues to hold women back. It is men who have historically, and to a large degree still, called the shots. Whether it was denying women the vote or a place in university, it was always men making the decisions. Sadly, it is also men who perpetrate the more visible, horrible wrongs: more than 80 per cent of domestic violence incidents in B.C. involve a male as the aggressor, the hitter, the criminal. International Women’s Day, and the federal candidates’ forum here on the same day (Sunday), got us thinking more about this subject. In September of last year, the United Nations Women Goodwill Ambassador, Emma Watson, gave a poignant speech to the UN in New York. She was announcing the launch of HeForShe. “We want to try to mobilize as many men and boys as possible to be advocates for change,” said Watson, who you may remember as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter movies. “I was appointed as Goodwill Ambassador for UN Women six months ago and the more I spoke about feminism, the more I realized that fighting for women’s rights has too often become synonymous with man-hating,” said Watson. “If there is one thing I know for certain, it is that this has to stop.” Watson spoke about how men are imprisoned by stereotypes, which feeds the beast that is inequality for women. “If men don’t have to be aggressive in order to be accepted, women won’t feel compelled to be submissive,” she said. “If men don’t have to control, women won’t have to be controlled.” It starts in the home and continues in the schools. We believe anti-bullying programs in the schools have had some effect. We hear positive, supportive language from young children we would never have heard without Pink Shirt Days. Parents and teachers are on the front lines. Boys and men have to be included, be part of the solution. As Watson said: “How can we affect change in the world when only half of it is invited or feel welcome to participate in the conversation?” — Editorial by John Harding

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Letters

why the tiPPiNg? Columnist Arthur Black hit the nail on the head in a recent edition of The NEWS when he reported paying a 50-cent tip on a cup of coffee. “Downright looney” he said, “considering there’s a newspaper delivery guy who gets up at the crack of dawn six days a week to make sure I’ve got my morning paper.” He went on to say “I tip my taxi driver but not my bus driver, the parking valet but not my dry cleaner.” What he didn’t mention was that TIPS is actually an acronym for “To ensure prompt service” and how we can ensure prompt service by paying at the END of the service! It was originally invented so that people could ensure something like a front row seat, for instance. Australia, like many countries, was tip free. Employees were paid according to their value to their employers, regardless of whether they were office workers, waitresses, hairdressers or whatever. When the war came to its shores, with all its fighting men busy in Europe, they were exceedingly grateful when MacArthur saved the day. Unfortunately, his men took their leave in Australia’s cities, tipping waitresses and taxi drivers, etc. so that the locals could get NO service. They struggle to this day to get back to having employers pay a wage commensurate with worth. They certainly have never condoned tipping a business owner. I agree this is a bigger problem in the U.S., but why does Canada have to follow suit? Let the restaurant owners pay their workers what they are worth. Let the price of a cup of coffee be covered by its price. After all how much service is involved in pouring liquid into a cup? Let us do our own pouring. It seems to me that tipping here is very unevenly distrib-

QUotAbLe:

“This doesn’t mean we won’t police other crimes that occur.” stAFF sgt. BriAn hunter, see story page A1

ALMANAC Government Contacts ProViNCiAL:

uted and getting quite out of hand. MArJorie Wilkie Parksville

PoLiCe oFFiCers I enjoy and appreciate our local newspaper, reading from cover to cover twice a week, so I was most disappointed to see the headline on the front page Thursday, ‘Local cops face charges’. I believe our local law enforcement officers work very hard to be a respectful force, giving their most to our community in the way of safety, security and community support. In return, I think the least we can do is to address them as police officers, not cops. I doubt that our news reporters would appreciate a headline: ‘Local snoops find great story’. Wording is powerful and to me using the word ‘cops’ carries a negative connotation right away. When the article in mention is regarding a legal issue, it doesn’t help to start off with negative language. I hope our local newspaper will continue to run interesting and informative community stories, respectfully addressing all members of our community. eleAnor thoMPson Parksville

PV tAxes Are UNFAir In 2013, Parksville city council reduced the tax exemptions of a few non-profit service organizations run by volunteers. These volunteers donate their time and some personal finances, in performing the job. The result was a tax that was levied on the organizations. The other non-profit service organizations in Parksville retained

their 100 per cent exemptions. Since there did not appear to be any change in the criteria that was required to qualify for the 100 per cent exemption grant, this was obviously not equal treatment of organizations performing a similar type of service to the community. The first threat of this tax is in not treating organizations the same, in similar spheres of activity. This unequal treatment extends to the people running the organization, the volunteer, and ends up as a violation of a basic principle in human relations. This creates distrust, that breeds discontent, that leads to disrespect. It results in a change in attitudes, motivation and incentive. It may take a little time, but volunteers may disappear, and with them gone, services decline. Granted, this may never happen, but there is no guarantee it won’t, as long as the tax exists. The only assurance it won’t, is to rescind the tax and restore the 100 per cent exemption. The second threat is to organizations who are taxed. The tax robs them of funds they need to provide the service. This classifies it as a regressive tax. Historically, regressive taxes are infamous for their ability to close the doors of volunteer operated service organizations. The negative process is simple. To pay the tax, the membership dues are increased. The members become insufficient to generate the revenue to pay the operating costs and the taxes, so the service ceases to exist. I am a founding member of the Parksville Curling Club, and the president in 2002, when we converted the District 69 arena into a curling club. I have some intrinsic concerns on how this tax will negatively affect the curling operation. toM BoAg Parksville See more LETTERS, page A13 & A24

Views in the News

sCott FrAser, MlA, Alberni-Pacific rim

MiChelle stilWell, MlA, Parksville Qualicum

1-866-870-4190 e-mail: scott.fraser.mla@ leg.bc.ca

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QUALiCUM:

JAMes lunneY, MP,

teunis WestBroek Mayor,

nanaimo-Alberni

town of Qualicum Beach

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

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

PArKsViLLe: rDN:

MArC leFeBVre, Mayor,

Joe stAnhoPe Chairman,

City of Parksville

regional district of nanaimo

250-954-4661 e-mail: mayor@ parksville.ca

250-390-4111 e-mail: corpsrv@ rdn.bc.ca

Rules to write by

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I’m just looking to move to the area but crime seems pretty low. Randy Ross

driving is a problem so traffic issues. Joyce deas Parksville

so far it seems great here, low crime. BeRnIce IRvIng Parksville

It seems like a safe place, you don’t hear sirens. anne ashfoRd Logan Lake

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK

To submit your activities; e-mail: events@pqbnews.com, fax:250-248-4655 or drop by: #4-154 Middleton Ave

THU. MAR 12

FRI. MAR 13

TAMING THE DRAGON

STORYTIME

1:30-2:30pm, $7/class* *no charge for caregivers. Fluid Fitness Studio, #7-1176 Franklins Gull, PV. Group exercise class designed for those with Parkinson’s Disease. 250-927-4595, runfluid@hotmail.ca

MID ISLAND FLORAL ART CLUB

1:45pm, St. Stephens United Church Hall, 150 Village Way, QBeach. Joanne 250-757-8969

COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS’ DANCE

7:30-10pm., Rotary House, 211 Fern, QBeach, $2.50/ includes snack. Great music, dance styles, all welcome. Bruce Foden, 250-5863743. ebfoden@gmail.com

MOVIES AT THE PCCC

1 & 5:30pm, Penguins of Madagascar (PG). 3:30 & 8pm, Big Eyes (PG-13). $5/ door-Concessions Available. www.parksvillecentre.com

BABYTIME:

10:30-11am, (to Mar 26), Parksville Library. Music, rhymes, lap play. No regist. 18 months or younger.

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10:30-11am, (to Mar 27), Parksville Library. Interactive storytime of songs & rhymes. No registration, 18 mo.-5yrs.

HINTS OF JAZZ PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE

6:30pm/doors, 7pm/performance. McMillan Arts Ctre, 133 McMillan St, PV. “The Triadically Hip” trio explores the rhythms, harmonies & colourings of the jazz idiom. $12/OCAC members, $15/ general. Ticket pre-sales, the MAC, 250-248-8185. info@ mcmillanartscentre.com

MOVIES AT THE PCCC

4pm, Penguins of Madagascar (PG). 1 & 6pm, Big Eyes (PG-13). $5/ door-Concessions Available. www.parksvillecentre.com

SILENT AUCTION WINE & CHEESE 4-7pm, Qualicum Golf Course, Thalassas Restaurant. 19+. $20 pre sale, $25/door. Fundraiser for local Buddhist temple. Penny, 250 586 5882, yoga@shaw.ca, www. peaceiswithin.ca

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FRI. MAR 13

SAT. MAR 14

MON. MAR 16

TECH WORKSHOPS

MOVIES AT THE PCCC

ARBUTUS TOASTMASTERS

9:30-10:30am, Family Place, 494 Bay Ave., Parksville. FREE. Intro to Spreadsheets Part 1. Create/Edit Excel Docs (using free Open Office). Learn the basics. DROP IN LAB HOURS, Tues. & Thurs: 9am-12pm. Fri: 10:30-12pm (after the workshop). 250-947-8258, blt@ sd69.bc.ca, www.blt.sd69. bc.ca, Facebook.com/tlc.blt

MUSIC TRIVIA

7pm start! Shady Rest Pub. 3109 W. Island Hwy, Qualicum Beach. Show us what you’ve got, win prizes!

SAT. MAR 14

2:30pm, Penguins of Madagascar (PG). 4 & 8pm, Big Eyes (PG-13). $5/ door-Concessions Available. www.parksvillecentre.com

QB FARMERS MARKET 8:30am-12pm, Veterans Way. Fresh, local produce & crafts. Mimi@1-844-843-7236. qbfmmanager@gmail.com qbsspublicity@gmail.com, 250-752-8849

LIVE MUSIC

7-11pm, Shady Rest Pub. SHAWN CARLE, Classic Rock!! 3109 W. Is. Hwy, QBeach. 250 752-9111.

NANOOSE LIBRARY GIANT BOOK SALE

EAGLES FLEA MARKET & GARAGE SALE

2489 Nanoose Rd, Nanoose Bay. Mar 14, 9am-4pm, Mar 15 12-4pm. Most books $1! Sandra Dutton, 250-4689977, nlibrary@shaw.ca

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2ND ANNUAL KITCHEN CEILIDH 6pm/doors, 6:30pm/ dinner 240 Lions Way, QBay, Lighthouse Comm Hall. Join Bowser Seniors Housing Soc. Celtic Chaos music, Irish Dinner & dessert auction. $35/includes dinner. Reserve tables for 8/10, 250-757-8117. Eileen Beadle, BeaBug@shaw. ca. http://bowser-seniorshousing-society.org/

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MON. MAR 16 RED CROSS EMERG FIRST AID/AED/CPR 14YRS+ 9am-5pm, 830 W Is Hwy/ OS Place Arena. Retraining recommended every 3 yrs recparks@rdn.bc.ca, 250248-3252 to pre-register, $81.95. rdn.bc.ca/recreation

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FOOD BANK COLLECTION To Mar 21, 6pm, #1-141 4th Ave. E. QB Curves collects for the Salvation Army Food Bank, PV. qualicumcurves@ shaw.ca, 250-752-3399.

TUE. MAR 17 WISE WOMEN EVENT

5:30-8:30pm, Quality Bayside Inn, Parksville. 19+. members/$28, guests/$35. Bonnie Chomica, 250-667-7647, info@owbn.ca. Presented by OS Women’s Business Network. Register by Mar 15, OWBN.ca

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7-10pm, Parksville Legion. Dance to Country, Old Rock & Roll, Pop & Blues. Every Wed, for members & potential members welcome. Sharon Franzen, franzen.sharon@gmail.com

THU. MAR 19 WORLDHOST TRAINING 15-18YRS 9am-1pm, Former QB Element School. $35/ includes manual & certif, recparks@rdn.bc.ca, 250248-3252 to pre-register. rdn.bc.ca/recreation

5:30-8pm, QBeach Library/660 Primrose St. All-ages. FREE monthly films. Girl Rising (2014); Lee Losell, 250-752-6121, qualicumbeach@virl.bc.ca. http://virl.bc.ca/event/qualicum-library-film-series

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1:30-3:30pm, Rotary House, 211 Fern Rd W, QBeach. Learn to Navigate the Health Care System – Home supports & access to residential care. Kelly at BC Lung Assoc. 1-800-6655864, ablog@bc.lung.ca

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Staff Sgt. Hunter on medical marijuana When Staff Sgt. Brian Hunter spoke to the Chamber of Commerce last month, in my opinion he made some misleading statements about a case soon to be heard by the Supreme Court of Canada. Hunter is incorrect to say that Owen Smith argued he was licensed by the government. The exact opposite is true. Owen has never had a licence to possess cannabis and was arrested while working for the Victoria Cannabis Buyers Club. Lawyer Kirk Tousaw focused on the fact that making tea or butter from dry plant material is not legal, even for a patient with a licence. Hunter acknowledges that it is illogical for the plant to be legal but for edible and topical options to remain illegal. This case validates the existence of clubs. Sad to see such a blatant disregard for the sick. Public officials should not be able to mislead the community about important legal matters. Ted SmiTh Cobble Hill

tHere are Still good people out tHere Here is a true (it happened to me) and heart-warming story that there still are some trusting people in this sometimes shambles of a world we live in. On Feb. 28 early in the morning, I called from here on Vancouver Island to a florist in the town of Montgomery in Wales. My good and very long-time friend who lives in Wales had just come out of hospital after a hip replacement and an unfortunate year of illness and accidents of one sort or another.

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It was just like magic listening to the Welsh lilting voice of the delightful proprietress of this establishment, in the land of my birth. We discussed the flowers, the message from me was written down and a hilarious few minutes conversation explaining where in the small hamlet of Llandysill my good friend lives, we both knew the area very well of course but explaining exactly where the house was, that was something else. However, we did just that and then she tells me that they don’t take any kind of cards, credit or debit, and I was momentarily stunned into silence, but she said that they did accept cheques or cash. I quickly reminded her of where I was calling from, but she said that for 30 years she had run that shop and never had anyone not pay for their flowers, so to just send her a cheque. I queried that and she said she realized it would be a little while arriving but that was OK and I quickly reassured her that a cheque (or money draft in BPS) would be in the mail that day and it was together with a thank-you card and enclosing a multi-pictured post card of this beautiful area. Yes some of the skeptics among you can say: “Well she had your friend’s address and she can always go back there for payment” and yes, of course, she could do just that and she has my telephone number. But in this day and age of computers and credit cards, and GPS, which they didn’t have either, I found this so refreshing. It also restores ones faith in mankind when those type of incidents happen and so rarely. So thank you “The Flower House’ in Montgomery, Powys and Jen, and yes I will be in to see you when next visiting your area and you will be receiving one of my big hugs, lucky you.

“Who is My Neighbour? Breaking Down Barriers”

Tuesdays until March 24. 11:30 am/Lunch, 12-1pm/Lecture, $10/Lecture Lecture on March 17: “Reducing Stigma Around Mental Health” - Forward House Community Society. Come and learn what our neighbours living with mental health issues face and how this local agency provides support for adults with serious and persistent mental health and addiction recovery concerns.

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View birds, herring spawn and the wildlife it attracts on a boat departing from VIU Deep Bay Marine Field Station. Pre-register: $100 per person, 1-866-288-7878 or rrivers@naturetrust.bc.ca For more events at Deep Bay including guest speakers, cooking classes and day camps, visit www2.viu.ca/deepbay/visit-us/events or call 250-740-6611

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zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca Toyota has suffered criticism in the past that must sting: some if its designs have been called boring or vanilla. Things are changing at Toyota, just look at the much more dynamic designs placed on the small Corolla or mid-sized Camry, still practical but much better looking. The same criticism was levelled at the Toyota luxury brand, Lexus. Here too, the designers have taken a dramatic shift in the way the cars look and feel. The RC coupe is an all-new category for Lexus and one they call “Sexy”. There was a retractable hardtop Lexus IS convertible that tried to double as a coupe but nothing can replace the real thing. This is a long, low, wide take on a coupe. Looks One area that Lexus has focused on is the front grille. This grille is what Lexus calls a “spindle” grille, made to replicate a fabric spindle. Why, you ask? Well, the Toyoda family was in the fabric loom business before they started making military trucks and then cars. This is a fun tip-of-thehat to the origins of the business. On some cars it looks a bit forced, on this RC it certainly looks well integrated and sleek. What are hard to see are two pinlights imbedded in the grille that act as driving lights. The back has

cheese-grater looking faux vents behind the rear wheels that serve no function and look a bit busy. The FC is sold as a rear wheel drive (RWD) model or all wheel drive (AWD) plus it is sold with Lexus F Sport trim packages that enhance the wheels and add extra go-fast looking trim pieces. Inside Lexus continues the overhaul inside the RC cabin. The dash really looks and feels cockpit-like, with a high centre console and sporty looking trim. There is a new touch pad between the front seats that lets the driver scroll around the centre screen just as one would on a laptop. To enter a setting, the driver pushed the track pad, all very intuitive. The F Sport models get a special centre speedometer cluster that has the single dial move to one side for quick reference information. The non- F Sport models get a small screen to use instead. The seats are nicely sculpted and trimmed in leather, plus the back seats are roomy enough for adults if the front seats are moved slightly forward, children will fit easily. What is impressive is the use of soft-touch materials and a level of finish and that should be experienced firsthand. Drive Most Canadians will gravitate towards the RWD RC 350 not just because of the added traction but also because of the

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lower starting price. It’s odd that the RWD car starts at $57,650, where the AWD starts at $54,600. The RWD F Sport car is a more performance-oriented with an 8-speed automatic transmission and adaptive front and rear suspension and all-wheel steering system; the AWD gets a 6-speed auto and a passive shock system. Both use the same 3.5L V6 engine with 307hp. The AWD car seams to be set up as a touring car, not getting away from the Lexus roots planted firmly in the luxury camp. It would be a good idea to try the more dynamic F Sport model back-to-back with the AWD to see if the softer model is to your tastes. The power from the engine can be rather fun but the driver needs to really kick the throttle to wake the car from its luxury slumber. Verdict Lexus has built a strong following because of the high quality, bulletproof reliability the brand offers, with an ever-present luxury feel. The F Sport models offer a more aggressive design and improved on-road dynamics. With an eye on making the brand more exciting, the designers did a fine job inside and out. The AWD model doesn’t stray too far from the traditional Lexus formula or producing comfortable and luxurious transportation, this time in a much more stylish wrap.

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The Knox United Church Spring Lecture Series started February 24 with some enlightening and thought-provoking insight into the Islamic Religion. Dr. Ghazi Farooq who worked at the United Nations promoting human rights for 27 years touched on the misinformation that surrounds the Islamic faith. With rising global fears over young people joining extremist groups in the Middle East he agreed the Muslim faith has been misrepresented by radicals. The discussion he generated on the topic was a fitting start to the lecture series which theme is Who is my Neighbour? – Breaking Down Barriers. The next lecture at at Knox is on March 17 featuring Sharon Welch and Nicole Dudek of Forward House in Parksville. They will talk about reducing stigmas around mental health. On March 24, the speaker is Kim Recalma-Clutesi, former Chief of the Qualicum First Nations. Her talk is titled: Towards Understanding – Putting Our Hands Together. The cost for each community-oriented talk is $10 and includes lunch which is served at 11:30 a.m. Each lecture goes from noon to 1 p.m. at Knox United Church, located at 345 Pym Street, Parksville. For Tickets/Information call: 250-248-3927 or visit: www.kucparksville.ca It has generated $2550 on gofundme.com and a local initiative called Let’s Help Kevin Help Grant got a big boost March 1 at the Rod & Gun pub in Parksville. Leah Jones asked her Facebook friends to help her start a fund to help Kevin Hitch. Leah says Kevin has put his life on hold for the past two years to take care of his dear friend Grant Girodat who is dying of terminal brain cancer. Kevin works two days a week at the Rod & Gun and spends the rest of his time taking care of Grant who is now palliative and needs 24 hour care. “Grant was given three months to live two years ago and Kevin said he would take care of him until the end. It is around the clock care and Grant has no family here,” Leah explained, adding, “If it were not for Kevin, Grant would be in government facility and he wants to stay home.” Leah said she is helping them raise a little love and get some of their bills caught up. Birds are everywhere, just ask Sandra Gray of the Arrowsmith Naturalists. On March 8, Sandra said she counted more than 100 eagles in Parksville Bay feasting on the herring spawn and she expects the wildlife extravaganza will continue for some time. Sandra was the recipient of an award by the Nature Trust of BC that recognizes her contribution to the promotion of conservation in our community. She and some other bird enthusiasts will be at Brant in the Bay on March 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Arrowsmith Naturalists will have spotting scopes set up at Parksville Community Park. There will also be a Brant Day cake celebrating the 25th annual Brant Wildlife Festival.

Dr. Ghazi Farooq kicked off this year’s Knox Church spring lecture series on Feb. 24. His conversation titled Islam and the Declaration of Human Rights shed some light on Muslims and those who adhere to the non-violent practices laid out in the Holy Qur’an. The speaker, originally from Pakistan, spent 27 years working for the United Nations and is currently working on a literacy project for girls who are at risk in Pakistan.

Leah Jones (right) and Sherry-Lynn Blanshard (left) put on a successful fundraiser on March 1 at the Rod & Gun Pub in Parksville. The women raised $8446 at an event that included multiple bands entertaining, 50/50 draws, raffles and a Chinese auction. The Rod & Gun helped support the effort with a beer and burger special. The money raised is helping Kevin Hitch help care for his best bud Grant Girodat who has brain cancer.

Dee McKinny (left) owner operator of Nail and Body Essence treated Deanne Keist to a hand massage March 3 at the Harris Oceanside Chevrolet ladies night event. Several women enjoyed a tour of the behind the scenes operations of the car dealership while sipping spirits and nibbling on appies. There were also some local merchants displaying their items including Dee who offers finger nail beauty treatments and creative nail art.

These models were among the 30 students from this year’s Ballenas Senior Secondary grad class who strutted down the runway for a fashion show March 4. Next up for the 2015 Ballenas Dry Grad fundraiser is a 5 K run/ walk at Rathtrevor Park. Registration is $15 and includes a commemorative t-shirt. Register by March 31 for the April 12 event which is for participants of all fitness levels. Call Tracy at 250-951-0434 for details.

Sandra Gray was recognized March 7 by the Nature Trust of BC for her contributions to the annual Brant Wildlife Festival. Sandra is a long time member of the Arrowsmith Naturalists which promotes nature conservation in this area. Sandra is committed to sharing her extensive bird knowledge and you will find her along with other birders at the Brant in the Bay event March 22, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Parksville Community Park.

There’s nothing like a giant cake to take the sting out of getting up an hour earlier for day light savings time. Nine year old Nathan Brown and his three year old sister Nyah enjoyed a slice from this birthday cake celebrating the 100th birthday of Overwaitea Foods on March 8. Julie Beauchemin, bakery assistant at the brand new Save-OnFoods in Parksville created the massive cake which was shared with Sunday morning shoppers.

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Something I am passionate about is art. Seeing the people around me give life to beautiful creations and improve their skills, inspires me to improve myself. In some way or another, I want art to be a part of my future. I have conflicting feelings about the future. On one hand, I’m nervous— suddenly I have to face the big, scary world. On the other hand, nothing could be more exciting.

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Dragonflies are a symbol of transformation. And late last month Forward House celebrated a big renovation. Forward House executive director Sharon Welch and Qualicum Beach town councillor Neil Horner cut the ribbon to the affectionately named “dragonfly den,” a brand new 500 square foot space that will be used for exercise, yoga and recreational activities. “It’s a very special place,” said Welch at the grand opening. She explained the space used to be a garage that was primarily used for storage. But volunteers and workers have been diligently working since September to transform the space into something Forward House clients can use directly. Welch said the organization is considering renting out the space to the community at affordable rates as well. What was once “an old shell of a building” is now lined with wood floors, fresh paint, a cozy fireplace and handcrafted art. “I’m confident that everybody in Parksville Qualicum Beach at some point has looked to an organization or agency to give them much-needed help and certainly Forward House does a lot to fulfill that role,” said Qualicum Beach Coun. Horn-

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Four important reports concerning the Englishman River watershed have been issued in the last few months that should be of interest to many in the Parksville area, according to a news release from the Mid-Vancouver Island Habitat Enhancement Society (MVIHES). These reports will be presented in the Forum at City Hall tonight (Thursday) 6:30 p.m. There will be a short juice break later and an opportunity to ask questions. Marc Gaboury is a Professional Biologist working for LGL, who has completed a report for the Englishman River Water Service entitled: Fisheries Component of Aquatic Effects Assessment of Proposed Bulk Water Supply Intake in Englishman River. Gaboury will speak on his assessment of the effects on fish habitat of moving the proposed ERWS water intake from the existing lower river to a point above Highway 19. He was one of the original authors of the Englishman River Watershed Recovery Plan in 2001 and MVIHES said he knows the watershed very well. Craig Sutherland, a Water Resources Engineer with KWL, has prepared a Technical Memorandum for ERWS and CH2MHill entitled: Arrowsmith Lake Reservoir Water Supply. The presentation will include an overview of the watershed and Arrowsmith Lake, an outline of the water balance for the Englishman River and the development of operational reservoir Rule Curves to support downstream low summer flows in future years. Jan Bednarski of the Pacific Geoscience Centre has produced a study of the surficial geology of the east coast of Vancouver Island for the Geological Survey of Canada, NRCan titled: Surficial Geology and Pleistocene stratigraphy from Deep Bay to Nanoose Harbour. This study was undertaken as part of the Nanaimo Lowland Ground Water Assessment Project and describes the results of the field mapping program and resulting surficial geology map. The paper will be presented by Dr. Gilles Wendling P. Eng. Wendling will also deliver a brief overview of his latest study for MVIHES entitled: Groundwater Flow Through Bedrock Contributing to the Englishman River. He has previously completed studies on the interaction of surface water and groundwater in the Englishman in the lower reaches. This new report is key to the protection of sensitive areas of this watershed. Watershed Health & You – an MVIHES project to encourage people to monitor and protect their own watershed – supports Canada Water Week 2015 – “Know Your H2O”. — Submitted by Faye Smith/MVIHES

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Back with new songs and matured sound The Lion The Bear The Fox currently recording their first full-length album Jessica skelton reporter@pqbnews.com

The Errington Hall could get a little wild next week. The Lion The Bear The Fox will bring their big voices and roots rock to the all-ages stage on March 21 for the first stop of their latest tour. “We’re very excited,” the fox Ryan McMahon said from his home in Ladysmith. “The show’s going to be rad.” “This is our first opportunity to welcome them (the band),” said the Hall’s music co-ordinator Val Dare. “They’re getting pretty popular.” This isn’t the group’s first show in the Parksville Qualicum Beach area, however. McMahon, the lion Christopher Arruda and the bear Cory Woodward first came in 2013, only a year after joining forces. They then returned in March 2014 for an acoustic set to help celebrate the 24th annual Brant Festival. Since that latest show, McMahon said the group has done “a whole lot” more touring around western Canada — which includes being the opening act for Kim Mitchell at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver — and travelling to Toronto for some shows. The trio, who were solo musicians be-

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fore creating The Lion The Bear The Fox, also took a little break to refocus on their individual recordings. “It’s super important to us to keep our singular identities,” said McMahon. He will release his album Put me Back Together, which was produced by Arruda, in April. Woodward already released his

latest album The Bear in February. But the lion, the bear and the fox couldn’t be apart for long, and the trio regrouped to start recording their first full-length album. They’ve already worked with Vancouver-based producer Nygel Asselin, who they met while a part of the Peak Performance Project,

for two songs and they will continue recording the self-titled, 10-song endeavour on their own over the next couple months. McMahon said Arruda and Woodward are both “well-versed” in the production side of things and they have plenty of practice. See upcoMing, page a29

Plenty of Irish fun to be had over the weekend Events throughout the Parksville Qualicum Beach area March 13-17 Jessica skelton reporter@pqbnews.com

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Qualicum Beach’s Celtic Chaos will play at three of the many local St. Patrick’s Day celebrations leading up to March 17.

There will be plenty of opportunities to take in some Celtic music, Irish mayhem and green beer this St. Patrick’s Day. Since this March 17 falls on a Tuesday, the celebrations this year are spread out over several days to take advantage of the weekend. Parksville’s The Clanns will

be the first to kick off the festivities. They will host the St. Patrick’s Warm up Party at the French Creek Marine Pub on Friday, March 13. There will no cover charge for the event and music starts at 8 p.m. For more information, call 250-248-3713. On Saturday, March 14, local band Celtic Chaos will be at the Lighthouse Community Hall in Qualicum Bay to play the Second Annual Kitchen Ceilidh for the Bowser Seniors Housing Society. According to band member Joyce Beaton, dance caller June Cannon from Hornby Is-

land will join Celtic Chaos onstage to lead attendees through some easy dance steps. The ceilidh is a fundraiser for the Bowser Seniors Housing Society. According to a news release from the organization, the proceeds will help build affordable independent-supportive housing for seniors, behind the library at Magnolia Court. Aside from plenty of music and dancing, the night will include dinner, a dessert auction, games with great prizes, an open bar and lots of other fun. See MuSic, page a30

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The artist whose images adorn the vibrant Oceanside Grandmothers to Grandmothers’ popular tote bags is coming to town. Painter and children’s book illustrator Julia Cairns will give a multi-media presentation called Travelling with My Paintbrush as part of the organization’s Ordinary People: Extraordinary Lives speaker presentations. “She’s a very interesting person,” said organizer Pam Vest. “I’ve lived in some interesting places in my life,” said Cairns, who is originally from England. In particular, she mentions Botswana. She stayed in the African country for nine years and that’s where she started painting.

After marrying her husband, Cairns then travelled to North America. They lived in the U.S., then in Canada before returning to the States to settle in New Mexico. Since then, Cairns has also travelled to India. During her talk at the Oceanside Grandmother’s event, Cairns hopes the audience will get “insight” to another life. “I’ve never done anything the normal route,” she said. “People are surprised how I get from A to B.” The artist will also speak about how the places she has travelled, especially Africa, influenced her painting and how her artwork ended up on fabric. “It’s fun to talk about,” she said. “I hope they are entertained.” One of the event’s organizers, Pam Vest, said members of the Oceanside Grandmothers have been making totes out of Cairns’ fabric for around 7-8 years. “We sell hundreds of them a year,” she said, adding that they

Spring concert features pieces by Mozart, Holst, Geminiani and others The Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra (NCO) is coming to Parksville this weekend to perform their spring concert, Expressions of the Heart. The program includes a baroque concerto grosso by Geminiani, Gustav Holst’s A Moorside Suite and Vaughan William’s Fantasia on Greensleeves. The group will also play the adagietto from Mahler’s Symphony #5, which is performed by three harps alongside the string orchestra. The main feature of the concert will be Mozart’s Concerto in A Major for Clarinet, which will be played by Nanaimo’s Liam Pistor. Besides being a skilled clarinet player, Pistor is a piano accompanist for three local choirs and

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FACE PAINTING FOR CHARITY: Eleven-year-old friends Brenna Davie and Keoni Kerr offered face painting by donation at the All Sprung Out market last Saturday afternoon with proceeds going to the Canadian Cancer Society. More than 600 people turned out for the event at the PCCC.

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Tickets for the ceilidh are $35 and can be purchased by cash or cheque at Salish Sea Market and Georgia Park Store in Bowser and the Mulberry Bush Book Stores in Parksville and Qualicum Beach. To book a table of eight or 10, call 250-757-8117 or e-mail events@bshs. ca. Doors to the event open at 6 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. The following night (Sunday, March 15), Celtic Chaos will again play tunes you can kick up your heals too at the Rocking Horse Pub in Nanoose. Music starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $15 at the door. While not taking place locally, March 15 will see Spirit of the West take to the stage in Victoria at Distrikt Night Club. While he doesn’t have the official word, Nanoose Bay drummer and the band’s manager Vince Ditrich said “there won’t be many more shows” for the group given lead vocalist John Mann’s recent diagnosis with Alzheimer’s disease. “The fact of the matter is the shelf life is running out,” Ditrich told The NEWS.

Tickets for the event are $35 and available through ticketzone.com. The Arrowsmith Golf Course will also host some Irish fun on Sunday, though their event starts quite a bit earlier in the day. The club’s restaurant will serve a St. Patrick’s Day brunch from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The golf course will also host a festive dinner on Tuesday, March 17 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. For more information on either meal, call 250-752-9727. Deez Bar & Grill will get in on the action with their St. Patrick’s Day Party on March 17. Come down for Irish music and sing-a-longs, Irish trivia, green beer, silly hats, games, prizes and more. The party will start at 4 p.m., and don’t forget to wear green to be eligible for door prizes. Irish food specials will also be served at the restaurant throughout the day. For more information, call 250-752-8055 The Royal Canadian Legion, Br. # 49 - Mt. Arrowsmith will host an Irishthemed supper from 5-7 p.m. on St. Paddy’s Day. The menu will include

lamb or beef stew with homemade hot biscuits, said the Legion’s Sue Hodges. There will also be dessert, green beer and some sing-along songs to keep the celebrations going, and Hodges said she is trying to get the bar staff to offer some “fancy green bar drinks” that night. Tickets are $10 and are available at the door or in advance at the Legion’s lounge. Everyone is invited. For more information, call 250-248-6842. That same night, Celtic Chaos’ will play their third and final St. Patrick’s Day show of the year: an intimate acoustic concert at Cafe Brie in Qualicum Beach. The group played a similar sold-out show at the cafe last year. Tickets to next Tuesday’s event, which starts at 7 p.m., are $15 and are available at the door or through Celtic Chaos at 250-752-1162. Finally, the Foggy Hogtown Boys will bring their bluegrass and roots music to the Nanoose Library Hall on March 17 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 and are available at lindabanjo@hotmail. com or 250-240-8888.

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Eileen Chisholm. God took her gently home on Wednesday, March 4, 2015. Eileen was born on May 5, 1928 in Edmonton, Alberta. She was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, Stanley Vincent Maurice Chisholm and her parents, Thomas Alphonsus and Mary Cecelia Murphy. Eileen leaves to mourn and remember: daughter, Francine Adele Chisholm, sons, Ronald Joseph (Noella) Chisholm, Douglas Michael (Joanne) Chisholm and Paul Vincent (Karen) Chisholm and seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Eileen also will be greatly missed by her sisters, Isabelle (Bob) McDonald and Juanita (Fred deceased) Wade and her brothers Tom (Mary) Murphy and Al (Jean) Murphy. Eileen was a wonderful aunt to her many nieces and nephews across Canada. Eileen and Stan lived in Vancouver, Ottawa, and Mississauga before retiring in Qualicum Beach in 1981. They shared many family gatherings, golf games, and gardening from their home on Hall Road. Eileen was a member of the Dogwood Traditional Rug Hookers for many years and attended rug camps on the East Coast, Banff, and the US. She also had many friendships that she developed through her Thursday bridge group and Friday ladies golf group. For the past five years, Eileen made her home at the Gardens in Qualicum where she was part of the caring community of residents and staff. Eileen loved dancing, arranging flowers, taking pictures, and going on outings to local theatre productions with the Senior Centre. She especially relished driving down to the beach to have a coffee at The Hut. Above all Eileen loved her family and delighted in their successes and challenges. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were always a source of pride and joy and she remained vitally interested in their lives to the end. The family wishes to extend sincere appreciation and gratitude to the physicians and nurses on the first floor and palliative care units of the Nanaimo District Hospital for their highly skilled and compassionate care of Eileen during her hospitalization. A Funeral Mass was held on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at the Church of the Ascension in French Creek. Donations in Eileenâ€™s memory may be made to the Palliative Care Fund of the Nanaimo District Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice. Rest in peace, beloved Eileen.

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STEINHAUSEN, Alex Josef February 1939 - February 2015

Formerly of North Vancouver and more recently of Parksville, Alex was born in Dortmund, Germany. He passed away 2 days after his 76th birthday with his family at his side. Alex leaves his wife Gail (Lambrecht, nee Robinson); children Kim and Glen; brother Norbert (Jeri); daughter-in-law Lin; grandchildren Taylor and Braeden; nephew Andre, nieces Tanya and Tasha and sister-inlaw Wendy; brothers-in-law Craig (Judy), Mark (Ramona) and sister-in-law Carol.He was predeceased by his parents and first wife, Margrit. A Celebration of Life will be held at Fairwinds Golf Club, 3730 Fairwinds Drive, Nanoose Bay on June 6 at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Canadian Cancer Society in Alexâ€™s name.

LARRY ROBINSON Feb. 9, 1949 March 15, 2014 Cannot believe a year has passed since the passing of my beloved husband, White Rock Counciller Larry Robinson. You are missed so much. You were the best husband and friend a wife could ever ask for. Our time together was too short, but the memories will be with me always. In my heart forever Larry, R.I.P. my love. Your loving wife Ann, your family and friends.

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Audrey was born in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, one of ten children and was still living there when she met and married Norman in 1942. Through Normâ€™s RCAF career they spent time in Whitehorse, Germany and several other locations within Canada. Having left military life, Audrey & Norm moved to Surrey, BC in the late 1950â€™s with their two children, and then to Qualicum Beach in 1973. Audrey was one of the first to move into the â€˜Gardens at Qualicum Beachâ€™ in 2006 into independent living. There she made many friends and was the â€˜unofficial ambassadorâ€™ to meet and greet guests at various functions. Family & friends were fortunate to help her celebrate her 100th birthday in October 2014. Always thinking of others and cheerful to all, Audrey will be missed by family and all those who knew her. Audrey was predeceased by her husband Norm in 2001 and survived by her children Wayne (Anke), daughter, Sandra Keddy (Dave), grandson, Blair Keddy (Michelle) and two great grandchildren, Vanessa and Trentin. No service at the request of the family. 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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Patricia Clarke, 88, passed into the loving care of her predeceased husband, Charlie, on March 5, 2015, surrounded by love from her daughters, Barbara (Bob), Paddy (Ken), Sue (John) and the wonderful staff at Arrowsmith Lodge, her home for the past 9 years. Pat also leaves behind 5 grand-daughters and their spouses, 3 great-grandchildren, her sister Hazle, and numerous other family members. Our grateful thanks to the entire staff at Arrowsmith Lodge, past and present, for all the tender loving care and respect for our Mom. We loved hearing the stories. We would also like to thank Dr. Brad Bell for his kindness and care towards Mom. In lieu of flowers, please consider honouring Patâ€™s memory by donating to the Heart and Stroke Foundation (www.heartandstroke.bc.ca) or the Alzheimer Society (www.alzheimer.ca). No service by request. 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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A key attribute will be an ability to work well as a self-starting member of a competitive newsroom. You will be expected to contribute to regular newsroom meetings and bring your creative talents to readers through concise, accurate and entertaining writing. The successful candidate will show keen attention to detail, work well under deadline pressures, and willing to learn in a fastpaced environment.

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For the purpose of electing one Trustee for a 3â€“year term; presenting the financial statements for 2014; and to discuss past and future works. As well, Chief Steve Anderosov will be awarded his long-service medals by Bill Veenhof, Area H Director.

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hen it comes to St. Patrick, we have three popular images in mind — green beer, shamrocks (that are handy for explaining the Trinity) and the driving out of the snakes in Ireland. While none of these are historically accurate, they do stir our imaginations and prompt us to ask the questions, “What was St. Patrick really like?” and “What did he actually do?” To find out, we must dip into a record of history that is precarious at best. We do know that it was said of him that “he was a man of integrity and sweetness.” That is a wonderful personal reputation. We do know that he was born in Britain (389?), the son of a deacon and the grandson of a priest. He was therefore raised in a Christian family. At the age of 16 he was kidnapped by a band of Irish pirates, and held as a slave for the next six years. He then escaped and returned home. His education was seriously interrupted, an impediment that shadowed him all of his life. He nevertheless studied for the ministry and was ordained to the priesthood. Dreams happen, By Douglas Patstone and for Patrick one such dream caused him to hear the Irish pleading with him, “Holy boy, we are asking you to come and walk amongst us again.” He was ‘struck to the heart’ and soon thereafter, accompanied by 12 friends, returned to Ireland in 432 at the place where the town of Wicklow now stands. Patrick’s ministry was one of proclaiming a strongly Trinitarian Christianity to a rural people who were pagan and especially Druid in understanding. He was very successful, with the conversion of thousands of people and creating a thoroughly systematic expression of Christianity. For a man of modest academic learning, he produced religious communities and monasteries that are noted for their learning and culture. His teachings were scriptural and evangelical. The title “Apostle to The Irish” was attributed to him, testifying to his accomplishments, but alas, there are only two writings of his that are able to be authenticated. He wrote Confessio, a spiritual autobiography and his Epistola, a denunciation of the British mistreatment of Irish Christians. But is he the author of that magnificent hymn, “St. Patrick’s Breastplate”? Alas, he is not. Surely Patrick reminds us of the energy and Good News of Jesus. A dynamic that is sorely needed in this age when too many of our churches are characterized by pleasant sleepiness. If God has a Patrick or two to prompt us to life, all of Canada would benefit. Perhaps one could be commissioned especially for Vancouver Island. — Rev. Douglas Patstone, Rector of Christ’s Church (Oceanside). E-mail: patricia.patstone@gmail.com.

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For Mar. 12, - Mar. 19, 2015 ARIES You seem to be in everyone’s good books at the moment. What have you done to deserve this praise? TAURUS You cannot fool people who know you well. You have a reputation for honesty – don’t lose it.

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18. Said as a greeting or wish 19. Festivals 23. Rita ___, singer 24. Belonging to us 27. Skating jumps 28. Building at 175 5th Ave. 29. Parts per billion (abbr.) 30. Atomic mass unit 32. Old Spanish currency (abbr.) 33. Insistence on traditional correctness 34. PBS wildlife show 35. Measuring blocks 36. Don’t know when yet 37. Ancient city from which St. Paul first sailed 38. Breadwinner 39. Go to bed 40. Highest in degree or quality 42. Tossed, potato or waldorf 43. The trunk of a tree 49. Yes in Spanish

GEMINI You will be the centre of attention this week and you will enjoy it immensely.

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Participants in a previous World Water Day event in Qualicum Beach, which will take place at the Brant viewing area March 21.

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Water walk with Qualicum Mayor and Qualicum First Nation chief The annual World Water Day celebration is set for Saturday, March 21 at the Brant Lookout beside Highway 19A in Qualicum Beach. Starting at 10:30 a.m. people concerned about water issues will gather in the little park and participate in a “Water Walk” a short distance up to Grandon Creek. At the creek, after some welcoming remarks from Town of Qualicum Beach Mayor Teunis Westbroek and Qualicum First Nations Chief

Michael Recalma, long-serving streamkeeper Faye Smith will describe improvements made to the creek by the town and Streamkeepers to facilitate the return of coho salmon. Participants will walk back to the park and beach to witness and learn about new erosion prevention measures taken by the town as part of its preparation and research for a Waterfront Master Plan. — NEWS Staff

ALS Walk starts June 7 New coordinators take over event

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With new coordinators, the 11th annual Peoples Drug Mart Walk for ALS in Parksville is gearing up for a big summer. “We are excited to announce that in 2015 we will have two phenomenal supporters take the lead as our Mid-Island Walk for ALS coordinators,” said Iman Ghahremani, society volunteer and events support coordinator. Bill and Randi Turner of Nanaimo have taken over coPhoto submitted by als b.c. ordinating the walk, which will Iman Ghahremani (from left), Randi Turner, Donna Bartel, take place June 7, starting at Team ALS B.C. chair and Bill Turner at the volunteer conferParksville city hall. ence in Richmond Feb. 7. The couple attended the Team ALS B.C. and Yukon year, which helped support services and research. Volunteer Conference in Rich- over 400 individuals living with There is no cure for ALS, or mond recently ALS in B.C., amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, We are excited to for training their families, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disannounce that in 2015 we friends and ease. It is a rapidly progressive, and received will have two phenomenal caregivers. their Team neuromuscular disease that supporters take the lead ALS vests. The walks can strike anyone at anytime, iman ghahremani The Mid-Isare held causing muscles lose strength, land walk atacross the atrophy and die. tracts more country to For more information and than 100 people each year, and raise awareness about ALS, to register visit www.walkraised more than $38,000 last and revenue to support patient forals.ca.

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Whalers hold their own at provincials Qualicum Beach senior girls basketball team came in seventh in the province T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com

Hard work and dedication paid off for the Ballenas Whalers senior girls basketball team at the AA Provincials in Langley with a seventh place finish topping off a memorable season. For a team that narrowly missed the provincials last season, the Whalers drew from that experience and were a focused group this season, determined to get over that hump. All the time and effort led to one of the more memorable senior girls basketball seasons in recent years. “I’m proud of these girls,” head coach Daryl Britz said. “We definitely showed that we belong there. That was sort of the thing heading in to it, not knowing where we’d sit. But we showed what we’re made of and showed that we belong with the best teams in B.C.” The Whalers won their first game over Rick Hansen, 71-52, and were up against a tough Immaculata team that they’d faced earlier in the season and wound up pushing them to the limit, losing a close game.

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The Ballenas Whalers senior girls basketball team capped off a great season with a seventh place finish at the B.C. AA Provincials last week in Langley. Grade 12 Chelsea Hoey was named a second-team provincial all-star.

Immaculata would beat the Whalers 71-46, but it wasn’t anything to be ashamed of — Immaculata would go on to win the provincial championship. “We played them tough,”

Britz said. “We beat them in the second and fourth quarters but it was the third quarter that got us. They were a tough team, but there’s a reason they went on to win the tournament.”

That put the Whalers in position to finish fifth to eighth, in the top half. Playing against the number six ranked Seacove Secondary, the Whalers lost 6963 in a close, hard fought game.

That put them up against St. Thomas Aquinas. “That was a tough loss to Seacove,” Britz said. “We had a tough go with the last two minutes of the game, had a call that really should have went the other way. Even the other coach couldn’t believe it but it was just one of those things.” The Whalers would go on to beat St. Thomas Aquinas 81-71, finishing in seventh. “We played very well,” Britz said. “We were competing with teams that were in the top three out there and that really opened a lot of eyes. I’m very proud of the effort from this group of girls, it’s great to see their hard work pay off like this. We had great support from our community, not only our school but the district as a whole, so that was great to see too.” Grade 12 Chelsea Hoey capped off her final season as a Whaler being named a Second Team Provincial All-Star. “That was great to see,” Britz said. “Chelsea has been great all the years I’ve been coaching her and she deserved that honour to finish off her career as a Whaler.”

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Kwalikum track star has eye on the Olympics T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com

It’s been another excellent season on the track, indoor and outdoor, for Thomas Riva of the University of Victoria. Riva was just named the Canada West Male Track Athlete of the Year, his second in a row. “It was a pretty cool experience,” Riva said. “It’s always nice to be recognized for the work you’re doing. I’d say winning it this year was more validation for me than anything, being able to win it again.” After a successful Canada West track

meet, Riva is heading to Windsor, Ontario, for the Canadian Interuniversity Sport national track meet, where he’ll have a chance to remain on top in his events. Riva, a 2010 Kwalikum Secondary grad, has been dominant during his time on the track for the UVic Vikes. At the Canada West meet, Riva broke the men’s 1,000 meter record, set by Daryl Fillion (Manitoba) in 1996, with a time of 2:22.84 on his way to the gold medal. Riva was also on the 4x800 relay team that won gold and also set a new Canada

West championship record with 7:35.64. For his efforts, both individual and as a member of the relay team, Riva earned Athlete of the Year title and Male Performance of the Meet. Riva is no stranger to the podium. At the Canada West meet alone he finished in first place three out four times in the 1,000 metre, finishing second in 2014. “The competition has been getting better every year,” Riva said. “I’m still nervous going into it every time I race, but it’s exciting when I step out there and

get to run in any race.” Riva is is now focused on the CIS championships which will see him running in the 1,000 metre, 1,500 metre and 4x800 relay, where he’ll most likely be the anchor. “I’m feeling good heading into it,” Riva said. “Everything has come together pretty good leading up to it and I’m heading into this one hoping to add a little more hardware to the collection. It should be good.” See ThomaS Riva, page A38

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Ravensong swim team

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The Ravensong Breakers Swim Club proved once again that it doesn’t matter how many members you have on your team, it’s what you can do in the pool that counts. Prove it they did, as the Breakers finished 25th in the 60-team field at the B.C. AAA Provincial Championships this past weekend in Surrey. Taking eight swimmers over for the competition, the Breakers had a great showing compared to some of the larger teams at the meet. To put it in perspective, the 50 member Breakers finished 16 spots ahead of the Nanaimo team, which has more than 400 registered members and placed 41st out of 43 teams that scored in the meet. “Not bad for the little team that could, can and will,” said head coach John Campbell. Three Breakers managed to find their way to the podium at the meet as Megan Romkes, Joanna Redenbach and Jack Confortin all showed very well.

Confortin, 13, and a newcomer to this level of competition, found the podium twice in the provincials, earning gold in the 1,500 meter freestyle and silver in the 400 meter freestyle. “He’s a hard worker,” Campbell said. “He not only rose to the occasion, he excelled. We had four podium finishes with three swimmers that were well prepared to compete.” Romkes, age 15, finished with a bronze in the 200 meter fly, setting a personal best time. Redenbach, also 15, earned silver in the 50 meter backstroke, also setting a personal best. Other notables were Alex Roberts (eight in the 200m freestyle), Camryn Stannard (fourth – 200m individual medley), Nicholas Bennett (12th – 800m freestyle and 14th – 400m freestyle), Ben Roberts (14th – 800m freestyle and 15th – 400m freestyle) and Ethan Stannard, who rounded up the boys relay teams in the 4x50 medley, 4x50 freestyle and 4x100 freestyle.

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Genesis Boxing Club will have a new place to call home as Jim’s Gym has stepped up and will offer two boxing classes a week, taught by Richie Rae, who will carry on his father Rick Rae’s passion.

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Jim’s Gym keeps boxing vision alive Rick Rae’s dream will be carried on by son at a different Parksville gym T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com

Rick Rae’s dream of a boxing gym will live on through two boxing classes a week at Jim’s Gym. For the longtime Genesis Boxing and Fitness owner, who passed away unexpectedly last October, Rae loved having a place where he could share his passion for the sport of boxing

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the Oceanside area and continue finding the same passion in boxing he had, it’s very exciting to see it carried on like this.” Rae’s son, Richie Rae, will be a familiar and welcome sight at Jim’s Gym, leading the boxing classes Tuesday evenings, with classes for boys age 14-18 and women. Call 250-248-3144 for more information.

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BASKETBALL ACTION: The Kwalikum Kondors, seen above after finishing second at the recent Island championships, are in action at the B.C. Boys AA Basketball Provincials this week in Langley. See Tuesday’s edition of The News for results.

Being his last season with the Vikes, Riva will have another crack at the World University Games (in Korea) later this year and then will turn his attention to the Pan-Am Games, which will be held in Toronto this summer. From there, Riva hopes to one day find himself in the Olympics. “The Olympics is definitely on the radar,” Riva said. “That’s been the focus for the last four years, trying to put myself in a position to say, alright, I think I can make this team.” “There’s still work to be done but if I can crack the team in 2016, which would be a bonus. 2020 is the target but you just never know.”

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

To his credit though, he concedes this in the sequel The Wealthy Barber Returns (2011). In his words: “I’m forced to admit that funds matching those criteria over the years have collectively underperformed the market. What’s worse, some of the management teams in whom I was most confident have posted the weakest returns. It’s frustrating, but past long-term performance has proven to have virtually no correlation to future performance.”

Still it’s a popular strategy to use past performance as an emotional button when promoting mutual funds. But as hopeful investors flock to the successful funds, cash levels grow, often at the most inopportune times: when markets are high. This forces the fund manager to make a choice: buy high, or sit on cash and wait for opportunities. Waiting can be costly though, as market timing frequently backfires, not to mention the fact that idle cash in a mutual fund is still subject to fees. It is no secret that mutual funds are having a tough go of it lately, as a growing Each Office Independently number of commentators, advisors, and investors for alternatives. Owned &look Operated Exchange-traded funds, for example, have grown in popularity in recent years with their promise of near market-matching returns. Indeed the Wealthy Barber makes a case for these in his 2011 book The Wealthy Barber Returns.

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MLS# 372109

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Cozy 1448 sqt 2 bed/3 bath rancher on gated sun-soaked 1.13 acre Skylights, Kitchen/Dining Rm w/island, oak cabinetry, lrg eating area Huge wired shop w/OH ceilings, Office, & Bath (Guest Suite or B&B) RV prkg w/hook-up, horseshoe pit, wood shed, blocks to Alberni Hwy

PRIVATE, PEACEFUL, & PERFECT

QUALICUM BAY BUSINESS

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

WORLD CLASS VIEWS!

S LI

Custom 5580 sqft 4 bed/.43 acre w/stunning Georgia Strait views Living Room w/gas FP, Chef’s Kitchen w/top of the line appliances Gathering Room w/gas FP and folding glass doors to spacious deck BI vacuum, security, large Family Room, Guest Suite w/ FP & ensuite

COOMBS ACREAGE & SHOP

$1,625,000

NANOOSE OCEANVIEW CONDO

Custom 3096 sqft 4 bedrm/3 bath “Arbutus Hill” West Coast style Quality finishing’s & fixtures throughout, OH ceiling & OS windows 2 sided nat gas FP, Kitchen w/quality stainless appls & granite CTs Spacious Den, Office, Bonus Rm, patio, nicely landscaped .20 acre

Lavish 2843 sqft 2 bedrm/3 bath custom exeutive home on .35 acre World-class views of Georgia Strait/snow-capped coastal mountains Meticulous attention to detail, elegant touches, many special features Designed for luxurious west coast living in harmony with the elements

E UC

MLS# 387291

FAIRWINDS WALK-ON WATERFRONT`

INCREDIBLE HOME, STUNNING VIEWS!

• 5.19 acres w/ ocean views • Cleared building site • 5 GPM drilled well and power • Fully lockable 12’x12’x 24’ storage unit MLS# 373924

FAIRWINDS FANTASTIC

FAIRWINDS OCEANVIEWS

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• 876 sq.ft. 2 bed/ 1 bath • Backs onto greenspace • Single attached garage • Light and bright rancher MLS# 376571

GREAT GARDENING YARD!

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS $57,000 D

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

Charming 1149 sqft 3 bedrm/1 bath rancher on a quiet cul-de-sac Living Room w/nat gas FP, Kitchen w/replaced dishwasher & stove Bed/Den/Office w/exterior door (great for a home-based business) Sunroom, lrg fenced yard w/raised garden beds/2 sheds, .18 acre

PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS $194,900

S LI

MLS# 385588

PERFECT IN PARKSVILLE

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CUTE AS A BUTTON $199,500

MLS# 387071

4 bed/2 bath 2040 sqft., 0.32 acre Spacious kitchen w/large eating bar and island Beautifully renovated by Camelot homes Hardwood floors, steam shower, main floor master

MLS# 385915

MLS# 386824

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Granite counters, custom cabinetry, hardwood floors Fully fenced, w/ secure RV parking, heat pump Heated tile floors in bathrooms and laundry 1858 sq.ft. 3 bed/2 bath +den

• 2 bed/ 3 bath 1970 sq.ft. • Walk-on waterfront, double garage • Excellent income potential w/vacation rental or long term tenant

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• .21 acre cleared building lot • Sweeping mountain views • Minutes to Little Qualicum Falls • Located in Little Qualicum River Village

MLS# 386107

NEW LISTING $479,900 Y

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$765,000

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Luxurious 3558 sqft 3 bed w/finished WO basement on .38 acre Maple wood/marble flooring, granite CTs, dual south-facing decks Ocean viewpoint, Island Kitchen w/nook & quality stainless appl’s Family Rm w/gas FP, huge Rec Rm, patio w/hot tub, many extras

OVERLOOKS THE 13TH FAIRWAY

$579,900

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OPEN HOUSE

Grant Wildeman REALTOR®

Sun. March 15

Cell: (250) 927-0357 Office: (250) 248-4321 Nicky Westnedge

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Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned & Operated

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794 Fletcher Ave, Parksville NEW LISTING

110 Meridian Way, Parksville $269,000

4153 Eld Road, Qualicum Beach $261,000 • • • •

• 1.25 Acres, 5000 sqft • Approx. 650 sqft finished living area • Perfect for a home-based business

1100 sqft, 3 bedroom & den Attached workshop & carport Close to all amenities .30 acre private lot

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• Great Value, 3 bed/2 bath, upgraded rancher. #5-100 Abbey Lane, Parksville $189,900

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55+ well maintained patio home 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms Within walking distance to all amenities Small pet allowed & in unit laundry

174 Saturna Drive, Qualicum Beach $405,000 • • • •

Custom built over 2000 sqft rancher 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms Open plan living area with natural gas fireplace Sunny south facing patio and lots of RV parking

• Newer Heat Pump, and 50 yr Ironwood Shake metal roof. • Beautiful Gazebo and wired studio. • Fully irrigated lawns and gardens.

379,000

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2-3350 Island W Hwy (Ben Bow), Qualicum Beach $184,900 • • • •

1200 sq ft, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms New flooring and fresh paint throughout Rentals and pets are allowed Walking distance to all amenities

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

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Centrally located 3 bedroom 2 bathroom rancher Vaulted ceilings, granite counters and open floor plan Heat Pump & L.E.D fireplace Fully fenced with RV parking

www.johnmilroy.com

John Milroy 250.248.8371

jmilroy@shaw.ca

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• Private 2 acres minutes from down town Qualicum Beach • 2500 sqft, 3 bed, 3 bath rancher with bonus room • Spacious rooms, wood stove, oak cabinets, pantry, large ensuite 515 Kaplar

Qualicum Beach’s Most Prestigious Address! • LAST TWO BUILDING LOTS ON JUDGES ROW! • It has been 23 years since a bare lot has been available on this most sought after road. • These adjacent lots are very level and measure approximately 75x220 with additional yard on the water side of the road. Neighbouring property owners have turned this space into very private patio, BBQ, and fire pit areas.The views of the Ocean, distant Islands, wildlife, and sunsets are rivalled by none. This prime location allows you to stroll the sandy beach just steps from your front door, walk to the Memorial Golf Course and downtown Qualicum Beach. • Come by and have a look , but bring your dream home plans because you won’t want to leave!

414 & 420 Judges Row, Qualicum Beach

$1,250,000 per lot

$424,9000

• 6 acres with 1783 sqft rancher built in 2011 • Heated bathroom floors, wood flooring, large island, professional series appliances • Private yard W/ greenhouse, storage sheds, concrete pad for shop 3526 Hebert Rd $539,9000

• New 3 bedroom rancher on half acre lot, backing on to Nile Creek • Hardwood floors, spacious rooms, full ensuite w/heated floors • Stroll to the beach or fly fish in the creek…it’s all at your door step!

3906 Creekside $465,500

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Brenda

Nicolls

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Brenda

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Nicolls

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

250-248-8371

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Coast Realty Group (Parksville) Ltd

New Listing

757 GARRETT RD, Qualicum Beach

524 NIBLICK CLOSE, Qualicum Beach

419,000

Updated Eaglecrest Rancher

Extensively Updated! • • • • • •

1824 sqft. split level, 4 bed/3 bath home on .32 ac 9 year roof, new vinyl windows/flooring/HW tank New bathrooms, natural gas FP, new kitchen w/tiled backsplash Covered patio, raised garden beds, potting shed Spacious property w/potential for garden suite/separate shop Walking trails to beach, town, new elementary school

Brenda

345,000

Nicolls

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1568 sqft., 3 bed/1.5 bath rancher in immaculate neighbourhood New kitchen counters, backsplash & appliances New roof in 2015, updated bathrooms West facing easy-care garden, new fencing, gates & arbors Sunroom w/skylight & electric FP overlooks greenspace Spacious double garage w/lots of storage

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

Brenda

Personal Real Estate Corporation

250-248-8371

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974 POPLAR WAY, Whiskey Creek

Gorgeous 1909 sqft., 4 bed/1.5 bath home on .21 acre Extensive reno in 2007, virtually everything replaced 3 BR on main floor, 525 sqft. finished basement “Regency” wood-burning insert is terrific heat source Completely fenced backyard, landscaped front w/irrigation 5 ft heated and lighted crawl space for easy-access storage Friendly neighbourhood, peaceful rural setting

Coast Realty Group (Parksville) Ltd

New Listing 198 JENSEN AVE WEST, PARKSVILLE

312,000

Quiet Country Living • • • • • • •

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Coast Realty Group (Parksville) Ltd

New Listing

Nicolls

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

235,000

Fabulous Location! • • • • • •

1225 sqft 3 bed/1bath rancher close to downtown Excellent starter/retirement home or rental investment Kitchen overlooks generous backyard w/lane access Fresh paint throughout, some new vinyl windows New closet doors & light fixtures, new front door Quick access to beach, view from living room!

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OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1pm to 4pm

Phase 6 - Occupancy 2015 PHASE I & II SOLD OUT • PHASE IIIMarch & PHASE IV NOW SELLING NOW AVAILABLE  TWO STOREY MAIN LEVEL ENTRY UNITS - 2684 Sq. ft

$335,000 Starting at $374,900

PLUS GST

• Oversized 2 car garage. • 2 bed, 2 bath + den units 1330 - 1510 sq.ft. Show Suite Designed by Patti Ransom Interior Design.

• 3 bed, 3 bath + den units 2684 sq ft - 2928 sq ft.

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

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of Nanaimo 250.751.1223

Winner of the Commercial Building Award of Excellence Multi-family: Stone’s Throw Building 1, Parksville

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 downtown residence. With a new vision of living, a dedication to quality and commitment to the environment, Stone’s Throw inspires a unique experience that combines comfortable living with contemporary and sustainable West Coast architecture.

220 McVickers Street, Parksville, BC I StonesThrowLiving.ca I ph 250.228.0512

Open House 1-4pm

• Flexible 2 bedroom & den floor plans • Heated crawlspace and garage • Superior exterior and interior finishes • High efficiency gas forced air heating • Tankless hot water on demand • Energy star windows • Strata fees: $130 per month

CERTIFIED ENERGY EFFICIENT AND ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE HOMES

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202A-181 BEACHSIDE DRIVE

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

$29,900

Jill Tuggle

3021 ISLAND W. HIGHWAY

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129 ft. of walk-on white sandy beach Contemporary open concept Zoned commercial, close to amenities 2,000 sqft., 3 beds, 2 baths

$1,098,000

Aaron Nicklen*

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1960 sq ft w/ loft area for library/office/hobby room Forest views overlooking Morningstar Golf Course Master BR, 4 pc ensuite w/soaker tub & shower Open & covered patio, with natural gas for BBQ

$320,000

Brenda Nicolls

802 MILLER RD, FRENCH CREEK

209 THETIS AVENUE

2,700 sqft., 4 beds, 3 baths Lots of natural light, landscaped Large entertainment patios 3 fireplaces, new roof & heat pump

$509,000

Aaron Nicklen*

427 TRIO LANE, QUALICUM BEACH

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

$450,000

892 LAKES BLVD, FRENCH CREEK

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Brenda Nicolls

$445,000

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LOT 1 ANDOVER ROAD

Aaron Nicklen*

378 RHEUMER CRESCENT One bedroom legal suite New flooring throughout Fully fenced Freshly painted

$341,900

#5 AWESOME STONE’S THROW • 1435 sqft open concept Green Built CLASSY loft living! • Custom shutters throughout, on demand hot water • Immediate possession - call now to view!

Ian Mackay

$379,900 NO GST

749 BRADBURY, PARKSVILLE

• Immaculate Parksville rancher • Located on water side of highway

• Enjoy the warmth of the natural gas fireplace

$310,000

• Walk on beach in Bowser • 3 bed, 3 bath, den, family room • Wood floors, vaulted ceilings, granite • Separate shop, well worth a look

$899,000

OPEN HOUSE

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Jill Tuggle

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Kevin Clayton

411 OAK AVENUE • Check out this 2 bed, 2 bath • Crawlspace, cul de sac location • On demand hot water, skylight • Newer roof, vinyl windows too

Dale Rumming $249,000

$364,900

Tom Dodds

Waterfront lot in Fairwinds Community Fully serviced, easy build lot 0.47 of an acre, close to golf Building scheme available

$625,000

#147-730 BARCLAY CRES. S

• Double garage, lots of parking • Huge private fenced backyard • 2 bedroom, 2 bath • In Quails Landing, low strata fees

4287 PARK AVENUE

1216 DOBSON ROAD

2.2 acres near Englishman River 2 homes, plus shop with 240 amp 2 wells: 1 irrigation, 1 drinking Heat exchanger with a/c; generator

$574,888

• 2 storey 3 bed. 3 bath home with small cabin/ workshop on 0.38 acre across from Parkland • Large living room w/deck & cozy woodstove • Country style kitchen, big Master Bedroom

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Jim/Margo Hoffman

2470 ANDOVER ROAD

2,400 sqft. rancher with bonus room 4 bedrooms, 3 baths Close to golf and beach Quality construction

$659,900

Ian Mackay

Kevin Clayton

3473 SIMMONS PLACE

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

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195 floor plans to choose from! • 4 lots left! Choose colours, floor plans & appliances! Pad fee $295 a month Prices starting from $99,000

$315,000

Aaron Nicklen*

3704 MELROSE

$99,000

Dale Rumming

G TIN S I L

• Great Value, 3 bed/2 bath, upgraded rancher. • Newer Heat Pump, and 50 yr Ironwood Shake metal roof. • Beautiful Gazebo and wired studio. • Fully irrigated lawns and gardens.

#220-330 DOGWOOD ST (SHORELINE) • 1400+sf living, a short pathway to the ocean • End unit, walkable pretty well to everything • Storage, garage, fresh paint, extra newness

John Milroy

Very likeable $259,000 Jill Tuggle

794 FLETCHER AVE

$379,000

1-1600 BRYNMARL ROAD

• Luxurious waterfront at Beachcomber • 2 beds, 2 baths, den, double garage • Wood floors, granite, totally renovated • Glorious views across the marina

$479,000

Kevin Clayton

604-194 BEACHSIDE DRIVE, PARKSVILLE NE

$375,000

Glenda Sweet*

• Fantastic ocean view! The Residences at The Beach Club are award winning, executive class, full ownership condos. On the 6th floor of luxury living offering ocean breezes & mountain views from the large windows or off the generous size balcony.

#8 341 BLOWER RD

#5-441 HARNISH AVENUE

• 4 bedroom, 2 bath townhome • Family, pet and rental friendly • Balcony, garage, spacious • Quiet location, minutes to town

$143,900

Kevin Clayton

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Close to all amenities Private setting End Unit 1590 sq.ft.

$306,000

885 TERRIEN WAY

• Fabulous San Pariel home • Totally renovated, 1882 sq. ft. • 4 bedroom, 3 bath • 17,860 ft. treed lot near beach

Jo Pedersen $459,000 Ralph Kretzschmar

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1008 CENTRE ROAD CRES • • • • •

1008 Centre Road Cres 3 bed home totally renovated! fabulous perannuals, large back yard, carport & 2 driveways(RV ok!) too many updates to mention!

$299,000

Dale Rumming

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