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DOGS HAVE BEEN ATTACKED

Wolf prowling Qualicum Beach Conservation officers say humans have not been threatened to date AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com

A wolf in the Pheasant Glen Golf Resort area in Qualicum Beach has attacked dogs. Conservation officers are warning people to be aware of the wolf hanging out in the area, but point out it hasn’t threatened humans. “People should always be aware, but we’ve had some complaints in the last month or so about a wolf that has started to go after dogs,” said conservation officer Steve Ackles. He said the brown and black Vancouver Island wolf has not shown any aggression to humans and in fact one man just had to get between his dog and the wolf and the wolf took off. Ackles said the wolf — like most on the Island — is likely cross-bred with dogs and is estimated in the 100 lb (45 kg) range, which he called large for a dog, but not compared to larger wolves like timber wolves. He also pointed out that because they are actually wild animals, with wild instincts, a wolf can easily take on a dog much larger than itself. Ackels said they have several reports of off-leash dogs being attacked on the trails around Pheasant Glen when the dogs were out of the sight of their owners. He said there are no reports of dogs being killed, suggesting the wolf is just being territorial and may be protecting pups. “The most important thing is don’t let it feel comfortable, make sure it’s not a dog first, with a collar, but stand tall, yell at it, throw things at it,” Ackels said. He said people should avoid bringing dogs into the area for now, but if you do, keep it on a leash. “We just hope it leaves the area on its own and goes back to the pack,” he said, suggesting if it continues to injure dogs or show aggression to humans they may have to take action. “Wolves are rare in this area, unlike the west coast and north of the Island,” he said, “and we don’t want it to start to see dogs as food.” He said, because of the rarity and description, it is likely the same wolf seen around Hamilton Marsh in April. Ackles encourages everyone, especially those who spend time in the wilderness, to visit www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/wild_gen. html to learn more about animal encounters and to report all sightings of wolves, bears and cougars to 1-877-952-7227 (RAPP) to help them track behaviour.

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Carli Berry, one semester away from earning a degree in journalism, has joined the staff at The NEWS. Berry, 20, is from Port Alberni and graduated from Alberni District Secondary School in 2012. She will complete her Bachelor of Journalism degree later this year at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops. Berry will be with The NEWS until the end of July. Reporter Candace Wu is on sabbatical until that time (see column page A18). “We are pleased to add Carli to our news team for these two months and we’re confident the wider community of readers and sources will welcome her to Parksville Qualicum Beach,” said BERRY NEWS editor John Harding. “It’s good to see young people are still excited about our profession and I’m sure we will benefit from Carli’s talent and enthusiasm as much or more than she benefits from the experience.” “I’m grateful to The NEWS and Black Press for this opportunity,” said Berry. “I look forward to meeting with local residents, telling their stories and learning more about the day-to-day operation of a community newspaper.” To contact Berry, e-mail news@pqbnews.com or call 250-9050027. — NEWS Staff

Correction The Town of Qualicum Beach is at level 3 water restrictions from May 15 to Sept. 15, which allows residents to water from 7-10 a.m. daily. A story in the June 2 edition of The NEWS did not correctly explain the details of the restrictions. — NEWS Staff

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THREE CALLS LAST WEEKEND FOR ASAR

Hikers keep searchers busy On Sunday morning they were called to look for an intoxicated person near Dashwood AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com

It may have been a record busy weekend for Arrowsmith Search and Rescue, with three searches on top of their practice and parade plans. “After a search Saturday, Sunday morning we had a general practice scheduled from 9 to 11, then we were going to clean up and get ready for the Family Day Parade at noon,” said ASR search manager Gordon Yelland. “Saturday afternoon we were called out by B.C. Ambulance to assist with a woman who was bucked off a horse on a trail a few kilometres behind Coombs,” he said. He said they travelled back into the trails and old logging roads with the Coombs Volunteer Fire Department to assist in moving the woman with their special one wheeled stretcher. “She had suspected back injuries. She was

conscious and coherent, in some pain. We put her in a spine board and transported her out,” he said. He said 13 of their volunteer members were involved for a total of about three hours, but rather than going home for the rest of the weekend, they were soon called again. “Sunday morning around 2 a.m. we were called out to look for an intoxicated female who was out for a walk alone with her dog in the Dashwood area about three and a half hours earlier.” He said about 30 of their members eventually responded to two call-outs as they scoured the backroads before the police found her around 8:30 a.m. “We were pretty close to calling in other groups,” Yelland said, explaining they go through Emergency Management B.C. to get reinforcement from neighbouring search and rescue groups in Nanaimo, Comox, Port Alberni or even Campbell River and further afield if needed.

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THURSDAY SPOTLIGHT: People, places and issues of the Parksville/Qualicum Beach region Go Gourmet on the beach

Food truck trend hits Parksville With a rotation of five different trucks, there’s something for every taste CandaCe Wu

dients that come from the ground. Becky Vanata is also new to food What’s better than eating local, trucks. gourmet food served from friendly She recently relocated to Parksfood trucks? ville from Ontario and purchased How about eating your order on Rolling Cones, specializing in ice picturesque Parksville Beach, gaz- cream cones. ing out into the Strait of Georgia as “I’ve wanted a food truck for 10 the sun sets? years,” she said. “I’ve just always The food truck phenomena has thought it would be exciting and I taken over most trendy, urban cit- love people.” ies like San Francisco and Portland. Vanata said she’s always been a And now, the culture of curbside big fan of food truck cuisine and this dining has graced Parksville. year she had the opportunity to go There are five locally-based food out on a limb, take a chance, move trucks that are taking to the beach across the country and scratch anthis summer on a cycle of two other thing off her bucket list. trucks a day with back-up options “It’s a whole new life,” she said from all over the Island filling in as with a smile. “I’m hoping for a hot needed. summer.” The food they’re serving is nothSo is Andrea Chambers, who ing short of delicious — and their puts the A in AJ’s Island Grill, a stories are pretty palatable too. food truck that serves homemade Though they represent five dif- gourmet burgers, wraps and sandferent food trucks with diverse wiches. menus and styles, they all agree She said their most popular the liberty of mobile dish is the Kick Butt Burger, which We didn’t know anything entrepreneurship is comes fully loaded with bacon, about making mini-donuts a key part of the life- cheese and lots of mushrooms on a and I remember sitting in style. kaiser bun. a corner hoping nobody Parksville’s Justin Chambers and her husband, would come to us Alden is the new own- Jody, run the food truck and their Belinda Storell er of Extreme Eatz. four kids, aged nine to 16, all help Alden, 25, has out with the unconventional family a background in business. traditional French cooking and She admits she never thought candace Wu Photo has worked in various kitchens she’d have a food truck — and like Farm to Fire’s Clinton Barnum slicing up some fresh pizza on Parksville Beach. throughout his life, but now he gets most good things in life, it hapto draw up the menu, something he pened serendipitously. whole day with my family and who raises his own cows on his family’s called “a dream for a chef.” “My husband traded our hot tub gets to say that? I love it.” Nanoose Bay farm, which are then Alden said he got into the busi- and a 50CC dirt bike for a truck to Like Chambers, Farm to Fire’s used in his pepperoni. ness, “for the freedom of it all. Re- keep the quads in,” she said with a Clinton Barnum fell into it. Barnum is in his third year and ally, I can go anywhere.” laugh. “But the quads didn’t fit.” “I got fired from a job in Vancou- said “it keeps getting better.” Extreme Eatz has an ever-changThat turned into their first food ver that I hated,” Barnum recalled. He said the industry is growing Docket: 66080 Thorncliffe Park Drive ing menu, based on what’s 115 in seatruck, but after business picked up, “I was so unhappy there, but it because “it’s accessible for someToronto Ontario Client: 247 - Air Canada M4H 1M1 son and in demand. the couple expanded and built a all came together through that.” one like me to get into the busiJob Name: Nanaimo News Tel “up416•696•2853 He describes his menu as bigger truck.Production Contact: Lara Vanderheide Farm to Fire is a wood fire oven ness.” scale pub food” and said he’s ofThey’ve now been running the food truck that specializes in thin By that, he means someone with fering items like gourmet beef and business for five years. crust pizza with fresh, local ingre- little business experience but “big pulled pork sliders. “It can be stressful at B:10.5” times,” said dients. hopes, dreams and a supportive He wants to serve “real food,” Chambers of working with In fact, Barnum is so committed family.” T:10.5”her enwith a big focus on healthy ingre- tire family. “But I get toS:10.5” spend the to using local ingredients he even See LotS of food, page A6 news@pqbnews.com

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He said the risk factor and personal investment is much lower. “Something like 90 per cent of brick and mortar restaurants close within nine months,” he said. “For a food truck, if it doesn’t work out today I can just go somewhere else tomorrow.” The fifth truck in the current rotation is Belinda Storell’s Bee’s Knees Mini Donuts, a truck dishing up delightful bites of sugar-coated goodness. She was given a small severance when she was laid off from a personal assistant position, which she invested in a hot dog cart she ran for three years. One day at an event she saw a mini-donut truck and something sparked. She and her husband decided to switch that winter. “We didn’t know anything about making mini donuts and I remember sitting in a corner hoping nobody would come to us because we didn’t know what we were doing,” she said. “We were making lists and lists of things to buy and

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Permissive policy still taxing Also, watersport rental biz won’t get any help from the city this summer JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com

Like an overthrown rock that won’t stop in the house, the issue over what and how much the Parksville Curling Club should pay in taxes just keeps on sliding. City council grappled with the issue once again this week, eventually directing staff to review options for creating a new category that may excuse the curling club from paying any city taxes. Council spent more than 30 minutes Monday night debating what the curling club provides the community and what it should pay, if anything. Coun. Mary Beil introduced a motion to give the club a 100 per cent exemption. Eventually, even Beil voted against her own motion, as council decided to once again look at the bigger picture of the whole policy instead of just one club. Coun. Sue Powell argued that the curling club operates under “exceptional circumstances” with an “extremely old building” and should be treated through a “different category” in the city’s permissive tax policy. Coun. Kirk Oates agreed, but warned against developing policies that are too specific to one group.

“I think making policy that’s specific to one organization is dangerous,” said Oates. Coun. Al Greir was part of the previous council’s committee that developed the permissive tax policy. The policy’s goal is to gradually (over 10 years) reduce what the city forgives in taxes to 1.67 per cent of property tax revenue. Currently, the city forgives just under $200,000 in taxes, or 1.82 per cent of property tax revenue.

I think making policy that’s specific to one organization is dangerous COUN. KIRK OATES

On Monday, Greir reminded the current council that this policy was passed unanimously by the previous council. He argued for the status quo. This year, the curling club successfully lobbied council for a grant that would cover their taxes. In fact, the city will lose money on the deal, providing the curling club with a $3,000 grant-in-aid that will cover the club’s total tax bill this year. However, about half of that grant money will go to other taxing authorities like the school district, while the city will get back about $1,500 in tax revenue. Organizations that want tax exemptions for 2016 must have applications

into the city by the end of June. Policy or not, city council still has the option to give grants or pass a motion moving groups into 50 per cent or 100 per cent exempt status. Other news from city council’s meeting Monday night: • Council agreed it would not be possible to support a watersport rental business in the Community Park this summer. Kevin Forsythe of Windsurfing Parksville told city council on May 4 he has been asked to leave the location he’s had for years, providing paddle boards, kayaks and windsurfing lessons. Forsythe asked council for a spot somewhere in the park to continue his rental business after he said the owners of the boarded-up Parksville Beach Resort told him he must vacate their property just off the boardwalk. • Council approved a development permit to Taran Williams on behalf of Tigh-Na-Mara Resort for a complete renovation of the exterior façade of the Gabriola building, including resurfacing of 27 decks and replacement of exterior siding, railings and exterior treatments. • Staff was directed by council to proceed through either city staff or private contractor to undertake clean-up at an unsightly property at 609 Turner Road, at the registered owner’s expense. If expenses are not paid by the end of the current year, those costs will be added to the property tax bill.

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Raising funds to fight prostate cancer SPEEDWATCH “What can I do to slow people down?” In 1992 a group of citizens concerned with the amount of excessive speeding within the Oceanside area approached the RCMP to see what could be done. After several meetings and discussions the RCMP and ICBC teamed up to train and equip these citizens with speed monitoring equipment. Initially the group was small but over the years with the expansion and population growth of the area, volunteers now patrol a large area including all the communities in Oceanside. Volunteers focus on high collision and problematic speeding areas. They also gather statistics for ICBC regarding driving habits, cell phone use, distracted driving etc.

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Around 300 motorcycles are expected to take part in the annual Telus Ride For Dad this Saturday, June 6 to raise funds for the fight against prostate cancer — the most commonly diagnosed men’s cancer in Canada. The riders will come together for a scenic ride from Cumberland down the Island Highway through Bowser and Qualicum Beach to Parksville before heading back.

Registration starts at 7 a.m. at Slegg Lumber on Small Road in Cumberland. The ride starts at 10:30 a.m. and is expected to arrive at Parksville Chrysler around 11:30 a.m. for a Rotary barbecue lunch. The money raised in the community stays in the community for research and public awareness about the disease that one in seven men will be di-

agnosed with. Ninety per cent of prostate cancer cases can be successfully treated if detected early. The ride takes place in almost 40 cities and has raised more than $15 million. Non-riders can make a donation, volunteer or just go out and cheer on the riders. Visit www.RideForDad.ca to register or donate. — NEWS Staff

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Local residents are voicing their concerns over free-roaming dogs on Eaglecrest beach. Residents and municipal officials alike agree there are jurisdictional grey areas. “The dog did his business on my grandson’s bucket and spoon,” said resident Robin Mullett. He said a dog was off of its leash recently at Eaglecrest beach and refused to listen to its owner. “It’s unfortunate that those people spoil it for everyone else,” said Jennifer Mullet, Robin’s wife. “Children are like magnets for dogs.” The area is considered a “Wildlife Management Area.” Luke Sales, director of planning for Qualicum Beach, said municipal dog control bylaws do not apply to Eaglecrest beach. Sales said there are regulations in place from the Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resources that permit dogs on the beach if they are kept on a leash. “It can be frustrating for the towns,” Sales said. The beaches in and around Parksville and Qualicum Beach have been a Wildlife Management Area since 1993. Debbie Comis, Parksville’s director of administration and bylaw services, said a dog control bylaw in Parksville has “been in place for decades.” Robin Mullet said he spoke with someone at the provincial ministry a few years ago when he first discovered the issue and is glad to see there is a WMA regulation in place. However, there is only one sign that showed a dog attached to a leash near the area. In the past few days, he said he saw 17 dogs running free of their owners. “I don’t want to gripe, I just think

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Animals and us

here’s a family of cougars living in semiurban Nanoose Bay. A wolf is attacking family pets in Qualicum Beach. The coast guard saved an orca tangled in a crab-pot line off Columbia Beach. Unsafe interaction between humans and wild animals is likely to increase and it’s time people and governments paid more attention to causes and effects of this increased interaction. Long before humans walked the beaches and forest trails of this region — even before First Nations people — this land and sea were the domain of wildlife. We have encroached on their homes, not the other way around. It’s unlikely we, as communities, will contract. We continue to either spread into the wild, or alter the wilder regions, forcing the animals toward our homes. The answer is not to stop all development or bring in the bulldozers to rip apart well-established subdivisions on the edges of our towns and communities. Establishing a population limit for towns and cities — shutting the gates — is non-democratic and sounds more like something done in a totalitarian regime. We are not going to stop these unsafe interactions. We can, however, do more to prepare for, and react to them. The first step, from our perspective, is a re-allocation of our tax dollars. We need more, not fewer, Canadian Coast Guard staff and vessels. We need more, not fewer, conservation officers. We need more, not fewer, Department of Fisheries and Oceans staff. This does not mean higher taxes. If the provincial and federal governments would like some help finding the money for these positions, give us about two hours with the budgets of various ministries — we will find the money. While we agree government doesn’t have to take care of everything, we do believe people are OK with their tax dollars being spent on public safety, which include police, fire, paramedics and, yes, the coast guard, conservation service and DFO. This time of increasing interaction is not a time for decreasing service. Of all the possible federal election issues that could come to light in this region in the next six months, we believe the safety of humans and animals on land and at sea should be the main focus of both electors and politicians. — Editorial by John Harding

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Letters ICF shortFall I am bemused by the letters about the Island Corridor Foundation’s rail proposal, so let me throw some gasoline on the fire. Let’s compare the train to the bus. The bus has one driver, is a fraction of the train’s weight, uses far less fuel, can go to the center of any town on its route and runs on roads paid for by the taxpayer. The train needs two operators, is very heavy, uses lots of fuel and can only go where the tracks go and it has a long history of fatal accidents, one of which resulted in a lawsuit against the City of Nanaimo. The Island Corridor Foundation claims it will need $20 million to get the rails in shape. Now the bad news. A study commissioned in 1990 by the B.C. Minister of Transportation lists capital cost estimates for a business plan to continue operation of the then E&N railway. On page 33 of this report it lists the capital cost for the Victoria to Courtney section at more than $80 million and the station upgrades required at more than $17 million. I think it is safe to say the costs of putting this line back in service have not gone down in the last 25 years. Bill Trace Qualicum Beach

Debt anD growth I refer to Bill Wilson’s letter ‘Debt and the Wealthy’ (May 26, The NEWS) questioning the reason for privatization of the public debt. If one accepts the maxim that the creation of huge sums of money in excess of any increase in the gross national product is inflationary, this provides the answer. In the late ’60s and early ’70s, the government embarked on a path of huge deficits and debt. In endeavouring to handle the debt, the bank allowed inflation to climb to

Quotable:

“We just hope it leaves the area on its own and goes back to the pack.” STeve ackleS, see story page a1

nearly 13 per cent and it became obvious in 1974 that it could not continue without worsening the problem. The answer was privatization, which has kept inflation low. Admiration for debt-free North Dakota and its state banking system may be misplaced. In the 75 years following 1930, the state’s economy was relatively flat, with only modest growth in real terms. During this period, the small population of 780,000 gradually declined to 742,000. With this dwindling population, funding infrastructure was minimal and placed little strain on budgets. To make a comparison with our own financial situation is unreasonable. For example, British Columbia’s population at the same time was smaller at 500,000. Strong growth in the economy over this period saw a population increase of 700 per cent. The financial burden of infrastructure to service this growing population, spread over an area six times the size of North Dakota, has been heavy. Now with the discovery of the Bakken oil field, and the exploitation of this resource, the North Dakota government suddenly finds itself awash in revenue. Since 2000, the state has gone from the second worst economic performance in the U.S. to best. All supporting a resident population smaller than it was in 1930. We should be so lucky. colin BarTleTT Parksville

great loCal opera My wife and I enjoy visiting the Parksville Qualicum Beach area several times each year since we bought our vacation property at The Beach Club when it opened. We live in Vancouver where we have enjoyed the Vancouver Opera for many years. Even though I had been aware that the Vancouver Island Opera Company existed, I

had not interrupted our vacations to attend until one recent Sunday. My wife and her visiting sister had plans that left me free and since the weather was “iffy” I thought an afternoon of music would be enjoyable. What an understatement. I was fully expecting a charming but woefully amateurish production. What a surprise. The organization is to be commended for the efforts it has made to nourish the area’s need for cultural enrichment. Every aspect was beyond my expectations, from the principal singers to the chorus, from the musicians to the stage crafting and the surprise of surtitles perfected the whole experience. Add to this the comfortable seating and generous legroom, one could have no complaints. Congratulations. I will not miss another of your programs.

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MicHelle STilWell, Mla, Parksville Qualicum

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JaMeS lunney, MP,

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GeorGe HayHoe Vancouver

reDuCe waste The Zero Waste initiative in my opinion seems to be working well, with numerous items that would otherwise go to the landfill being recycled. However, by getting more co-operation from coffee shops and restaurants, this will go a step further. Many paper coffee cups, paper plates and plastic coffee lids are not being properly recycled. They just end up in our garbage and the landfill. With tourist season fast approaching, the quantity of these items going into the landfill will skyrocket over the summer period. It’s time for all of us to do our part and ensure that these items are recycled. GreGory cooke Qualicum Beach See MORE LETTERS, page A13

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In the summertime there should be an area. PatrIck Magee Parksville

I’m not totally against it, but (dogs) scare a lot of birds. george Schweter Parksville

Ultimately it comes down to responsible dog owners, but if I had to just say yes or no, I would say no. LInda Jang

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

THU. JUNE 4

FRI. JUNE 5

SALMON FOREST WALK

OCEANSIDE ELEMENTARY FUNDRAISING CARNIVAL

10-12pm, From the life of the tiny salmon fry to the ancient giant trees, come discover the Big Qualicum River Regional Trail’s unique ecosystem.Preregister/$15.50, recparks@ rdn.bc.ca, 250-248-3252, rdn.bc.ca/recreation

LIVING WELL, LEAVING WELL WORKSHOP

5:30-8:30pm, Ecole Oceanside a Elementary School PAC.Games, food, bouncy castles, pony rides & more! Sharon Todd, École Oceanside a Elementary School PAC

PARKSVILLE MUSEUM FARMERS MARKET

2-3-pm, PV Library, 100 Jensen Ave E. Bryon Hoover presents estate planning & probate. Q & A. No register. 250.248.3841 x4

FREE MEDITATIONS

9-10am, PCCC, 132 E. Jensen Ave. Sponsored by PV Pharmasave with Keith & Krisanna Jeffery. www.4minutefitness.com/ meditation.htm

FRI. JUNE 5 MUSIC TRIVIA

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

5-8-pm, to Oct 9th. 1245 E. Is Hwy. Fresh, Locally grown/ made foods. Enjoy a FREE museum evening. Nikki Gervais, 250 248 6966, Manager@parksvillemuseum.ca, http://www.parksvillemuseum.ca/Markets/

HORNE LAKE CANOE TOUR

9am-3pm, $75. Rec & Parks, pre-register 250-248-3252, recparks@rdn.bc.ca, brief intro canoe lesson, no experience needed followed by a shoreline paddle. All supplied. Hotdog roast & transport to & from Oceanside Place. rdn.bc.ca/ recreation

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Official opening reception, artists in attendance is June 10th @7pm. Award-winners announced at that time by a local dignitary. All welcome. 10am-4:30pm, Mon-Sat. The Old School House Arts Centre. Qualicum Beach. Barbra McDonald, 250-738-0787, pbcd@shaw.ca

SAT. JUNE 6

LIVE MUSIC

PANCAKE BREAKFAST/ QBEACH LEGION

7-11pm, Shady Rest Pub. CRUZE CONTROL! Classic rock favourites. 3109 W. Is. Hwy, QBeach. 250 752-9111.

OCEANSIDE VILLAGE ARTISTS GALLERY

12-4pm, 1080 Resort Drive, PV. Artist demo each week to raise funds for their causes.

QUALICUM BEACH 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.

LIFE ON YOUR BELLY – SNAKES IN BC

2pm, North Is. Wildlife Recovery Ctre., 1240 Leffler Rd, Errington. Kari Nelson dispelling the myths & revealing the mysteries of snakes. 250-248-8534

“WHAT’S IN A NAME”BY PARKSVILLE SENIOR SINGERS 2pm, Seniors Drop In Ctre., 144 Middleton Ave. Members/$7, Public/$10. Refreshments served after the concert.

BOBBIE’S COMEDY

7:30-9:30pm, 747 Jones St, QBeach. 19+. Are you are itch’n for a great laugh? $20advance, $25/door. Bobbie G Williams, 250240-1233, bobbiescomedynight@gmail.com, www. bobbiescomedynight.com

RAIDERS OF LOST ART SHOW & SALE 10am-4pm, Quality Resort Bayside, Parksville. The Oceanside Grandmothers have raided their attics & basements for quality art. Paintings, sculpture, pottery, stained glass & fabric art. Donated art work is welcome, call Colleen Lucas 250-713-0167. Proceeds to the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmothers Campaign.

SCYC LASQUETI ISLAND REGATTA

3521 Dolphin Dr. (Fairwinds Schooner Cove Marina). Annual yacht race attracts sailboats from Van. Is., Lower Mainland & Washington State. Free to view race. www.scyc.ca/racing/regatta Kathy Swangard, 604-644-6265, kateswangard@shaw.ca

SMART RECOVERY

10-11:30am, meet/SOS upstairs, 245 W. Hirst Ave., PV. Info/assist. re-Alcohol & Drug Use Disorder. All welcome, FREE. Info: 250-7521052, 250-752-5847.

ERRINGTON FARMERS MARKET

7-11pm, Smoke ’N Water, 1-1600 Stroulger Rd, Nanoose Bay. LAZY MIKE AND THE ROCKIN’ RECLINERS. 250-468-7192. info@ smokenwater.com

10am-1pm, Errington Community Park. Live Music: Paul + Jess Classic Rock Duo. 250-586-0099, www. erringtonfarmersmarket.ca

CASUAL TENNIS PLAY

Would you like to play 4-some tennis, 2-3 mornings a wk? 2 senior guys-rally for exercise & fun. George 7523574, Gerry 752-3304

8:30-11:30am until Sept. 26th. 180 Veterans Way. Adults $6; Kids 5-10yrs. $3; under 5yrs. FREE.

SUN. JUNE 7 FISH FRY FUNDRAISER

3-6pm, Nanoose Library Ctre, 2489 Nanoose Rd, Nanoose Bay. BBQ’d salmon etc. $10, $5/under 12yrs. 250-4689977. Benefitting Shriners’ Hillbilly Clan & the library.

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TECH WORKSHOPS

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9:30-10:30am, Family Place, 494 Bay Ave., PV. FREE. Bring your device & questions. DROP IN LAB HOURS, Tues. & Thurs: 9am-12pm. Fri: 10:30-12pm (after the workshop). www.oblt.ca/tlc

WED JUNE 10

5:30pm-8pm, 6996 Is Hwy. Magnolia Court Parking Lot. Fresh produce, locally roasted coffee, artisanal breads, native crafts/ jewellery. Live music. Sarah Hutchison, 250-937-1879, sarahmhutchis@gmail.com

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1p.m., 2925 Northwest Bay Rd. Nanoose. Dry summer gardening. Phoenix Perennials has an exciting inventory of plants, including rare specimens. Lewis is a plant hunter including trips to Chile and Taiwan. Nanoose, Qualicum Beach & Eaglecrest Garden Club sponsored. Free/members, $5/others. Debbie Mitchell, 250-821-0846.

Doors/6:30pm, Dance/711pm, The Beach Club Resort, 181 Beachside Dr, Parksville. Door prizes, Sing-a-long Karaoke, snacks, dessert & coffee. $20. All proceeds helping The Homeless & less fortunate in our community.

MID VAN. IS. HABITAT ENHANCEMENT ANNUAL RIVER RUN 10am-1pm, Englishman River Reg. Park. 5k fun trail walk/run & 10k run $30/adult; $20/students & seniors; under 14 with an adult/free. Deborah Nicol, Race Director, AnnualRiverRun@gmail. com, 250-607-7038, www. TheRiverRun.ca

COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS’ DANCE

2:30pm, Rotary House, Beach & Fern, QBeach, dance or just listen, all ages, $2.50 p.p, includes snacks. Great music, dance styles. 250-586-3743.

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COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS’ DANCE 7:30pm, Rotary House, QBeach, dance or listen, all ages, $2.50 p.p, includes snacks. Great music, last dance of season. 250-586-3743.

ETHNOBOTANY

10am-12pm, Lighthouse Country Regional trail. Plant use for survival & comfort. Pre-register RDN, Rec & Parks 250-248-3252. $15.50, recparks@rdn.bc.ca, online at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.

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derelict Winds Re: MP James Lunney’s rebuttal, through a recent letter to the editor, to John Harding’s editorial about derelict vessels (‘Derelict politics’). I spoke to James Lunney about this issue at an event in his early days as our MP. When I suggested that vessels at government docks be required to carry insurance requiring a marine surveyor’s inspection every five years, Lunney responded to me that such a requirement might result in numerous vessels being scuttled, because the (derelict) owners would likely be unable to qualify/pay to keep their vessels seaworthy. It has been well over a decade since this encounter, during which our MP has buried his head deep in the sand on this issue, with not a word reaching our ears about his concerns re: derelict vessels. Only now that an opportunity emerges to disparage another political party does he speak against a proposed solution and point to the U.S. as the way to go. In the U.S. they have hurricanes, which generate thousands of wrecked vessels (similar to the condition of our derelicts) and the U.S. has no choice but to find ways of recycling and scrapping them. Perhaps Ottawa is awaiting the arrival of Canadian hurricanes which will force them to deal with the issue. It is pretty clear that nothing else will initiate action.

evolution is the more likely origin of our lessthan-perfect human eyes. steve Price-Francis Qualicum Beach

neighbour’s money MP James Lunney’s comments in a recent letter to the editor about derelict boats bring to mind two questions. His statement “life cycle management of boats is a regulatory oversight too long neglected” begs the question: If it is a case of neglect in the making of regulations, is Lunney guilty of that neglect, having been our MP for the past 15 years? Another of his comments, “socialists have never encountered a problem that their neighbour’s money wouldn’t solve” invites some consideration of the taxpayers’ money that Lunney has used in 15 years. When he was first elected in 2000, an MP’s annual salary was $68,000. The next year the regulations were changed to almost double MP’s salaries to $131,400. In his 15 years in office, Lunney has personally received nearly $2 million of his neighbours’ money. Of course, that does not include his expenses, which his neighbours have also paid. If, as he suggests, there are politicians who use up their neighbours’ money without good result, should Lunney be numbered among them?

DaviD Kelsey Qualicum Beach

ralPh Martin Qualicum Beach

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Qb financial storm

Re: Carol Rae’s recent letter supporting MP James Lunney MP and his rejection of evolution. Rae illustrates her conviction by stating that the human eye, “thoroughly designed” and functional as it is, cannot be the result of evolution. All creationists would surely reject any possibility that this premise could be unsound. On the other hand, free thinkers might consider alternative theories. In his book “The Blind Watchmaker” biologist Richard Dawkins describes precisely the way in which something as complex as the human eye could evolve. He presents a series of organisms with a range of visual sophistication, from the most basic light sensing to advanced vision systems, describing how evolution by means of natural selection can indeed produce such progression through time. It is also important to note that the human eye, while functional, has several shortfalls in its “design.” For example, the nerves are in front of the retina while the optic nerve leaves a blind spot. Presumably, a conscious creator would have no reason to produce a suboptimal design. Meanwhile, human engineers successfully avoided these issues in the design and manufacture of digital cameras. To many free thinkers, this tends to support the notion that

The Qualicum Beach budget information provided on the recent Town Tidings page in The NEWS shows that financial storm clouds are on the horizon. The data shows that Actual 2014 and Budget 2015 revenues and expenses are balanced. That’s good isn’t it? But wait, let’s look closer. Both years show operating expenses exceeding operating revenues by some $2 million. Can’t keep doing that without repercussions. In addition, in order to “balance the books” in 2014, $991,493 was transferred from reserves, plus $339,805 in town assets were sold. Without those, the deficit would have been $1,331,298. The budget for 2015 actually has a deficit of $3,750,000, but creative accounting shows that amount in revenues as “proceeds from borrowing” so, viola, the budget is then balanced. Debt is never a revenue (only in cash-flow projections). Unless some drastic changes are made, the transfers to reserves will have to be substantially increased and higher taxes will have to be accepted. The good news is that compared to most other municipalities, provincial and federal finances, Qualicum Beach is actually in good shape. That’s scary.

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RDN WATER SERVICE AREAS MOVE TO WATER CONSERVATION LEVEL 3 All Regional District of Nanaimo water service areas are introducing Water Conservation Level 3 sprinkling regulations effective Saturday, June 6, 2015. Reduced water use at this time will help ensure a stable water supply this summer. Drought conditions, predictions of a warmer and drier summer, a record low snow pack in local mountains have resulted in the need to increase water use restrictions. When Level 3 regulations are in effect, residents may water for one hour in the morning and one hour in the evening. Residents are permitted to water every other day. Watering is only allowed between the hours of 6 am to 10 am or 6 pm to 10 pm. During Level 3 restrictions, residents are not permitted to wash driveways or sidewalks, and must use a hose equipped with a shutoff device for vehicle and boat washing. Use of decorative fountains is only permitted if re-circulated water is used. Filling of residential swimming pools, wading pools, garden ponds and decorative fountains is not permitted. Watering outside of the regulated period puts your water system and your neighbors at risk. The largest demand on all water systems is lawn irrigation. Allowing your lawn to go brown will significantly reduce risks to your water supply and will help ensure we can provide adequate supplies to all residents. The RDN will remain on Water Conservation Level 3 in all RDN water service areas until further notice. For more information, please call 250 390-6560 or visit www.rdn.bc.ca and click on Services/ Water & Utility Services. Contact:

Mike Donnelly Manager, Water & Utility Services Regional District of Nanaimo 250 390 6560 1 877 607 4111

Thank You We are grateful to have been included as part of Qualicum Beach’s Family Day celebrations. All of us at Qualicum Foods extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who made last weekend’s celebrations and festivities a remarkable success. The Town of Qualicum Beach administration, workers and organizers are to be commended for their planning and execution of the weekend activities, especially in managing the traffic volume and influx of fireworks enthusiasts! To the many thousands of QF supporters we have had the pleasure to serve over the years, your positive feedback makes what we do even more worthwhile. John Briuolo, Ken Schley and Noel Hayward

We hope to have the privilege again next year!

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SPRING SPECTACULAR: More than 100 vehicles were registered this year for the Vancouver Island Mustang Association Spring Spectacular on Sunday at Joe Cunningham Ford in Parksville. There was a local winner: Bob and Shannon Baker’s 1957 Thunderbird won first place for pre1960 non Mustangs. For more photos from the event, visit www.facebook.com/PQBNews.

HONOURING VETERANS

France extends deadline

Veterans Affairs Canada has informed local branches of the Legion that the government of France has extended the nomination deadline for the Légion d’honneur to July 31, 2015. The Embassy of France is looking for candidates who took part in the battles and military operations surrounding the landings in Normandy and Provence during the liberation

of France mainly between June 6 and August 31, 1944. Veterans Affairs Canada invites you to nominate a candidate. Nomination forms must be received by Veterans Affairs Canada no later than July 10, 2015. The memo from the Ambassador of France to Canada and the bilingual Nomination Forms are available at www.legion76.ca.

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IMPROVING TRAILS: Heritage Forest volunteers recently spread cedar chips over the walking trails in the forest. It was a joint effort with the Brown Property Preservation Society getting help from the Streamkeepers. Volunteers periodically remove non-native vegetation and transplant young trees as well. Membership forms are posted at the East Crescent Road entrance.

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Our centre has had another pleasant and ed 14 movies since the age of 70, when asked, active month, highlighted by a well-attended, “How do you do it?” replied, “I simply don’t let semi-annual general meeting. There was also a the old man in.” So, that is what it is all about. trip to Clayoquot Island, which is open for just Though we may have some frailties and one day a year, and one to Cirque du Soleil in health concerns, can we draw from some inner Victoria. Coming up we have an appreciation strengths and have the power to say, “Yes, I am luncheon served by the board of directors to the ready to face the world with an attitude.” valued volunteers. On June 20 we’ll have a solNaturally, this is not meant to be a ‘Pollyanna’ stice party to celebrate the official thing and downplay the many inchange of season, and to conclude stances where the mind simply does the month, our own QBUB (ukunot respond, and we then need the lele band) will entertain while we assistance of others. by Roy Jones munch strawberry shortcake. Generally, for all of us in the seAs a sign of the interest in fitness nior category, 55-95 (perhaps forget shown by many members, we note the 55-70, they’re just kids!) includincreasing numbers in line dancing a few who are kicking the 100 ing, yoga, and qi gong; and have mark, we should just forget those recently started a Zumba class. For damn numbers that somehow get those of us who opt for a more sedattached to us. Instead, we should entary activity, there is the mental take the opportunity to look instimulation of bridge, whist, domiward and maybe find those inner noes, scrabble and mah jong as well as the writ- strengths that we did not realize we had and ers and discussion groups. Somewhere in be- bring these into play. The writer has had some tween we have a great darts club who go all out success with this approach. to hit that bull’s eye. Perhaps we can then go on to look for the life, One aspect that has been touched on previ- colour and hope in the world; embrace it and ously, is the aging process itself. Here our genes, not let the sometimes sad news from the world our fate and fortune have determined for the get us down. From that point, let us ‘oldies’ stand most part what shape we are in as we reach the firm and make the declaration: Yes, I am a fighter confines of ‘old age’. and I am going to take on this old-age character! As the creaks and groans, the shortness of — Roy Jones is a member of the Qualicum breath and the minor skin blemishes appear, Beach Seniors’ Activities Centre open 9 a.m.-3:30 is there a need to fight back mentally? Can we p.m. Monday to Friday. Visit us at 703 Memorial adopt an attitude to help us respond? The actor, Avenue, call 250-752-0420, e-mail qbseniors@ Clint Eastwood, in his mid-80s and who’s directshawbiz.ca or check www.qbseniors.ca

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COLUMN

Safe, but jet-lagged, in Dublin Life is supposedly about the journey, not the ering work experience, buffing up my barren destination. resume and putting years of university to use Or at least that’s what travel clichés will tell before moving onto greener pastures. you. At the time, the community didn’t seem to But at 24, who else am I going to listen to? have much to offer a 20-something girl fresh This week I embarked on a two-month ad- out of school with ambitions to change the venture across Europe, made possible by my world through the written word. For the most incredibly accommodating editor and publish- part, I felt like a fragment of an alien generation er (thank-you, you’ll get postcards I promise!). that got lost in translation and wound up where The first step was getting off I was supposed to be at the end of Vancouver Island, which is a WU’S my life, instead of the beginning. melodramatic departure in itself Wanderings But the most important lessons — standing on the top deck grasp- By Candace Wu come when you least expect it. ing the familiar railing I felt myself I’ve met some exceptionally kind getting swept away with the wind people in the last few years. I’ve blowing through my hair watchhad the opportunity to interview ing as the Island got smaller and and write stories about issues I’m smaller until finally it was out of passionate about. And, I’ve thought sight, out of mind. I said goodbye about the prospect of aging — and to my boyfriend the day after our taking advantage of health and mobility — more seriously than ever. one year anniversary and set sail People often call Parksville Qualfor the summer with tears of separation anxiety and excitement of the unknown icum Beach “God’s waiting room.” It’s a joke and tourists who have heard the welling in my eyes. After 22-hours of travel, including every phrase less than ten times usually laugh, but mode of transportation and a few time zones, it always leaves me feeling a little nervous; like I arrived in Dublin. Sleep deprived, hungry time is fleeting and there’s nothing we can do to and confused about what time and day it was I stall it anymore. We’re all in the queue, waiting. So I guess in a way this trip is all about the couldn’t help but wonder what I was even doing in the Irish capitol. journey because in 20 years I’ll be more disapMy longtime friend, Grace, who I hadn’t pointed about the things I didn’t do than the seen in nearly three years picked me up at the things I did. And if nothing else, I’m sure I’ll learn enough airport and through our initial conversation catching up on the past I remembered why I from travel clichés alone this summer. Candace Wu is on leave from her position as came — because, simply, why not? a reporter with The NEWS. E-mail: I moved to Parksville Qualicum Beach almost two years ago with the intention of gathcandacemariewu@gmail.com.

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A Fitting moniker for this Honda Then there’s how it drives. All Fits are What’s in a name? Quite a lot in the auto powered by a 1.5L, 4-cylinder, i-VTEC industry. engine producing 130 horsepower and If a vehicle is “improperly” titled, 114 lb-ft of torque. the remnants of those poorly made It’s small but mighty and can be paired boardroom decisions will likely survive with either a six-speed manual or a the ages. It’ll not only find ridicule on Continuously Variable Transmission enthusiast sites, like “Top 10 Worst Car (CVT). While I’d normally sing praises Names,” but it can serve as a case study The Fit is a joy about the manual – I still will because on what NOT to call a vehicle. to drive and has it is easy to work with and gear throws Then there are the cases where you get are well balanced – the CVT is very it spot on. Some cars don’t even need a flair in the looks good. For the days when you happen to formal introduction. Meaning, you don’t department. be in traffic, the CVT is even better! have to say the automaker beforehand The tailoring of the Fit is also another like: Mustang, Integra, Gallardo, Gremlin. Alexandra Straub one of its high points. It has grown up, Think of it as the automotive equivalent and embodies sleek lines that were ofto Cher, Beyoncé, or Madonna. ten reserved for higher-end cars. The interior and I have To add to the list hits, there’s the Fit. The 2015 Honda a love/hate relationship. I am definitely not a fan of the Fit. Probably one of the most appropriately named cars touchscreen in the EX-L Navi trim. That’s because you on the planet. It’s ripe with play-on-word puns and have to control pretty much everything from it, except scenarios. the climate. Heck, I could spend the better part of the review focusI will give it style points because the centre stack is ing on just that but don’t worry, I won’t. streamlined and easy on the eyes. But I like a combiIt truly is a car that can fit into your everyday repernation of buttons and gauges when it comes toire and with a fitting starting price of $14,495 (plus to controlling the audio, navigation, a $1,995 destination charge). system settings and more. It’s a It does so many things well. Sure, it’s a small vehicle, personal preference so but there is room for five inside and an amazing amount of storage space. There’s 470L with the rear seats up and 1,492L with the seats folded down. And those rear seats fold flat. Flat as in flat as a pancake. An added bonus is that the bumper/trunk isn’t particularly high off the ground. So if you have trouble lifting larger or heavier items up, this will be a welcome perk. Though my road bicycle isn’t particularly heavy, it is awkward. But when placing it inside the Fit, its wide trunk opening, low seats and fold flat features got a 10/10 in my books.

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I’m not saying there is anything fundamentally wrong with this setup. It’s just not my first choice. That said, it’s not a deal breaker. Bluetooth comes standard on all models; so do power windows. And of course, the aforementioned Magic Seats, which allow you to configure the cabin in ways that will astonish you. On the road, the Fit also shines. A roomy cabin, combined with enhanced NVH properties so road noises are kept at bay make for a serene environment. Its electric power-assisted rack and pinion steering (EPS) move the Fit in and out of tight spots with ease and little effort. Though at highway speeds, you still feel connected to the car. Its charm extends much further than its practical characteristics. The Fit is a joy to drive and has flair in the looks department. Overall, the Fit fits well with me and I’m very happy about that. Write to alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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PICKS OF THE WEEK Eric’s Pick

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Giving away the company’s secrets Ford is opening its portfolio of electrified vehicle technology patents to competitive automakers to accelerate industry-wide research and development of electrified vehicles. In 2014, Ford filed for 400-plus electrified vehicle patents – more than 20 percent of the total patents the company Keith Morgan applied for last year “Innovation is our goal,” said Kevin Layden, director, Ford Electrification Programs. “The way to provide the best technology is through constant development and progress. By sharing our research with other companies, we will accelerate the growth of electrified vehicle technology and deliver even better products to customers.” Ford Motor Company currently offers six hybrid or fully electrified vehicles including Ford Focus Electric, Ford Fusion Hybrid, Ford Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid, Ford C-MAX Hybrid, Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. In total, Ford has more than 650

electrified vehicle patents and approximately 1,000 pending patent applications on electrified vehicle technologies. Ford believes sharing its patented technologies will promote faster development of future inventions as all automakers look toward greater opportunities. “As an industry, we need to collaborate while we continue to challenge each other,” said Layden. “By sharing ideas, companies can solve bigger challenges and help improve the industry.” As part of Ford’s increased focus on new and innovative technologies, the automaker is set to hire an additional 200 electrified vehicle engineers this year as the team moves into a newly dedicated facility – Ford Engineering Laboratories – home to Henry Ford’s first labs in Dearborn. keith.morgan@ drivewaybc.ca

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He said they look at the energy level of their volunteers, how long the search goes on and things like having started at 2 a.m., “meaning people probably hadn’t had a lot of sleep.” “We were helped by it being Sunday morning, so people didn’t have to go to work,” he said, but the female was located before a call was made and it took them to 10 a.m. to wrap up. It turned out the 50-year-old woman had gone to a nearby hotel after an argument. “As soon as we were able to contact local hotels in the morning we found her,” said RCMP Cpl. Jesse Foreman. “We had to take it seriously because we didn’t know her level of intoxication and she was from Alberta and was not familiar with the area,” he said. Foreman said it was “just a large inconvenience,” but a good result to the situation, adding “it’s not like we can charge someone for not reporting they were going to a hotel.”

So rather than their scheduled practice Sunday morning, Arrowsmith Search and Rescue members cleaned up and headed to the Qualicum Beach Family Day Parade where they got to show off their brand new truck. Over the weekend ASR also sent three members to assist with a search in Nanaimo, highlighting their mutual aid work and the busy weekend. “There’s no pattern to it,” Yelland said of their call volume, pointing to their record busy winter season. While they had 32 calls in all of 2014, they got 18 in January-March alone. That died off to a more normal three or four calls a month in April and May, until the three calls in the last two days of the month. The group is also busy expanding their hall at the Coombs #2 Fire Hall, which they hope to start construction on this summer. Visit www.asar.ca for more information or to help the busy group of volunteers.

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While many survey respondents said they would seek treatment from a Doctor of Optometry for non-urgent eye care, such as having their vision checked or being tested for cataracts, a much smaller number — fewer than 20 per cent — said they would see an optometrist if they developed symptoms of an eye infection, or experienced an eye injury or foreign body in the eye.

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It’s back to the basics for Skye Donald. On June 20, the Qualicum Beach soprano is performing a solo concert based on Arie Antiche, a collection of antique arias still used in classical vocal training. “If you go to a festival… young people will be singing these songs,” Donald said, who herself learned a handful when she started out. “Really, I wanted to learn them all.” According to a news release for the recital, Arie Antiche is composed of a number of Baroque and Classical arias collected and published by Italian composer and music editor Alessandro Parisotti in 1885. “They’re simple enough you can really get into the singing of them,” she said. “They’re fun.” The pieces in Arie Antiche, however, are not original. Instead, they are romanticized versions that Parisotti created by adjusting word placement, rhythms and harmony and by adding ornamentations to the vocal line. So, for her concert, Donald decided to track down versions of the pieces that are more like the originals would have been. While she said the pieces are not

perfectly authentic, they are definitely different from what people may have heard before. In particular, Donald said the originals are simpler and thus give a singer space to add their own touches. “You can go in and add your own complexity,” she said. “That’s really liberating.” While the afternoon will focus on pieces from the Arie Antiche, the program will also progress into more advanced work, Donald said. Selections will include Mozart’s concert aria Ch’io mi scordi di te? ... Non temer, amato bene, Vissi d’arte by Puccini and Casta Diva from Bellini’s Norma. “(They’re) songs I enjoy singing,” she said. Donald has previously appeared in recital series with Vancouver Island Opera and Nanaimo Opera, as a soloist for the Parksville & District Community Chorus and Malaspina Choir and Island Consort. She also took on the role of Buttercup for ECHO’s 2013 production of HMS Pinafore. Accompanying Donald for this show on the piano will be Sharon Wishart, who currently plays for the Malaspina Choir and Nanaimo Opera. According to the release, Wishart was honoured with the B.C. Choral Federation’s Joyce O. Maguire Award for long-term excellence in choral accompanying in 2013. The recital will be held at St. Stephen’s United Church in Qualicum Beach on Saturday, June 20 at 3 p.m. Tickets are

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The Coombs Community Picnic is celebrating its 25th anniversary next week. The annual event will take place on Friday, June 12 at the French Creek Community School from 5:30-7:30 p.m. “It’s going to be full-on fun for two hours,” said Jennifer Bate, recreation co-ordinator of the Arrowsmith Community Recreation Association (ACRA), who cohosts the event.

This year, the picnic will maintain its old-fashioned roots and include family-friendly entertainment like a bouncy castle, pony rides provided by Tiger Lily Farm, face painting, tug-o-war and ball games. Angus Coulter will also once again bring to the event his Children’s Garden Railway, a model train that Bate said is a “real treat for kids.” Finally, the locally based Jangano Marimba Band will provide some musical entertainment. “There’s so much going on,” said Bate. “It’s really,

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The people have spoken. Jazz vocalist Jennifer Scott, whose sold out show at the McMillan Arts Centre received multiple standing ovations last year, will return to the MAC by popular demand on Friday, June 12. “I thought it was wonderful,” Scott said of her last show in Parksville. She spoke particular praise about the quality of the venue’s sound, piano and audience, adding that she prefers to play smaller spaces like the MAC. The upcoming show is part of an Island tour, which the Vancouver-based musician said is just one leg in a busy year of travelling for her. As an in-demand per-

former and workshop leader, Scott regularly travels throughout North America. She also performs overseas, and has graced stages in Amsterdam, Milan and Rome. Throughout her travels, the Juno and Jessie award nominee has had the opportunity to play with a number of big-name musicians. For her more recent studio works, Scott has worked with pianist Miles Black and with American drummer Jud Sherwood. She has also sung with jazz greats such as Bill Coon, Cory Weeds, Gene Bertoncini, Clark Terry, Tommy Banks, Paul Horn and Kenny Wheeler. For her upcoming concert in Parksville, however, Scott will be once again perform with well-known Canadian bass player Rene Worst.

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The Arrowsmith Chapter of the Federation of Canadian Artists is ready for their annual summer juried show and sale. The show, which runs June 8-27 at the The Old School House Arts Centre in Qualicum Beach, will officially open with a reception on June 10 at 7 p.m. Unlike previous years, however, the results of the competition have not been announced. So while the winners know they’ve won something, they don’t know if they’ve won first, second or third place, or one of three

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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 69 (QUALICUM) PUBLIC NOTICE School District Considers Disposition of Property The Board of Education of School District 69 (Qualicum) is seeking the public’s input as to the best use for the three remaining lots owned by the Board located at 1530 Grafton Avenue; Errington, BC; V0R 1V0, the Former Errington Elementary School site. Specifically, these are Lots 20, 21 and 22, Block 46, District Lot 139, Nanoose District, Plan 1989. One outcome could be the sale of the three lots to provide the funding for a turnaround and parking lot at Errington Elementary School.

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One-year-old Jack Moon takes his first pony ride offered by Tiger Lily Farms with mom, Kristin Elliott, holding his hand at the Coombs Community Picnic last year. The annual event, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, will take place on June 12 at the French Creek Community School in Coombs.

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According to a press release from ACRA, organizers expect around 400 people to take part in the event this year “A lot of people from the whole Arrowsmith area come,” said Bate, who added the participants from multiple generations take part in the tradition year after year. “You’ll see babies to seniors,” she said. The annual picnic is sponsored by a number of long-time supporters, including the Arrowsmith Community Recreation Associ-

ation, the Arrowsmith Agricultural Association, the Parksville-Qualicum 4H Club, the Coombs-Hilliers’ Fire Department, Arrowsmith Search and Rescue and Wallpepper Signs, said Cox-Gustavson. Local businesses Creekmore’s Coffee, the Coombs Old Country Market and the Coombs General Store are also donating to the event. This year, Kim Longmuir of ACRA said the RDN is also supporting the picnic with a community grant. “It’s a total community event,” said Bate.

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“We’re very much a musical duo as well as a personal duo,” she said of Worst, who also happens to be her husband. “We play a lot together.” Joining Scott and Worst onstage will be saxophonist Monik Nordine. “We have a really lovely connection,” said Scott of Nordine. The trio will play a collection of standards and original songs in a range of different styles. “We pull repertoire from a lot of different sources,” said Scott. “It makes it more varied.” Alongside the usual jazz and blues, the trio

will add some Brazilian influence to their set, said Scott, who herself is in a sextet called Brasileira. “I’ve always been attracted to it,” she said of Brazilian rhythms and of singing in a different language. Doors to the Scott trio show on June 12 will open at 7 p.m., with music starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for general admission or $12 for OCAC members, and can be purchased in advance at the MAC. If there are any tickets left, these will be sold at the door. For more information, contact the MAC at 250-248-8185.

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Our family is saddened by the passing of our beloved Rachel. Loving, and dearly loved in return by her family, especially her beloved husband of over 37 incredible years, Phil. He was the love of her life. Rachel started her journey in London, England and trained as a Registered Nurse in Radcliffe, Oxford. She continued her career for over 30 years after coming to Canada. Rachel devoted her life to serving others and took joy in seeing that everyone was dearly cared for. Most of all she loved Jesus. She is survived by her beloved husband, Phil Pascoe of Qualicum Beach; daughter, Rebecca (John) Entz; son, Luke (Brittany) Pascoe; grandchildren, Benjamin, Annie, and Jacob; brothers, Tim Osmond and Andy (Diana) Osmond; along with numerous family and dear friends.

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ADA TAYLOR July 12, 1927 - Widnes, England April 21, 2015 - Calgary, Alberta

Ada Taylor, much loved Mother and Nana, died April 21 in Calgary. Ada was born July 12, 1927 in Widnes, Cheshire, England, the second of five children. A product of a convent education during wartime, she grew up fiercely independent with an excellent sense of humour. She began her teaching career in England and with an eye on adventure, emigrated to Canada in 1954. She taught in Saskatchewan that year and after enduring her first prairie winer, headed west with a plan to teach in Vancouver. She never made it. In her effort to experience as much of Canada as possible, she attended a rodeo near Lethbridge and heard of a new school in Masinasin that was looking for teachers. An interview with the handsome young Principal, Elmer Taylor, would change her life. After teaching together for a year, they married in Medicine Hat in 1957. Elmer joined the Royal Canadian Navy that year and they moved to Victoria and started a family. They later moved to Halifax before finally settling in Calgary in 1966. Ada returned to teaching in 1970 when she started a new kindergarten at Canadian Martyrs church. This was followed by teaching opportunities at St. Alphonsus, St. Luke and St. Margaret schools, where she inspired many young students and forged friendships with colleagues that lasted the rest of her life. During this time, she also returned to university part time, and earned her Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Calgary in 1978. She retired in 1987 and with Elmer, moved to Qualicum Beach, BC. They enjoyed a very busy retirement in â€˜QBâ€™, golfing, curling and socializing with a community of caring friends. Following Elmerâ€™s death in 1993, Ada enjoyed travelling, playing bridge, volunteering with the Church of the Ascension home visitation program, and playing host to her visiting children and grandchildren. In 2014, Ada moved back to Calgary to join a new community, The Manor at Garrison Woods, and enjoy the company of family in Calgary. She was a witty, intelligent and independent spirit who made an impact on everyone she met. She leaves behind a loving family and a legacy of memories and stories to treasure. Ada is survived by her two daughters, Annemarie (Tom Wahl), Vancouver and Val (Tim Loblaw), Calgary, and three sons, Neil (Cheryl), Calgary, Peter, Toronto and Bruce (Brenda), Calgary. She was a very proud Nana to eight grandchildren, Ryan (Ashlee), Sarah (Mike), Stephen, Matthew, Jocelyn, Christina, Chloe and Isabel; and three great-grandchildren, Lydia, Norah and Elliot. She is also survived by her sisters Marj Arnold and Joan Parsons, and brother Bill Murphy, all of the UK; and many friends and extended family in Qualicum Beach, Calgary and England. Ada was predeceased by her husband Elmer and sister Eileen Costello. A Memorial Mass and reception will take place in Parksville on Saturday, June 6 at 10:30 a.m. at the Church of the Ascension, 877 Wembley Road. Flowers gratefully declined. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society or Doctors Without Borders.

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BETTY BURNS It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Betty Burns. Betty passed away peacefully on May 23 at Eagle Park Health Care Facility in Qualicum Beach, BC. She is survived by her loving husband of over 60 years, Bob; her sister Margaret; her brother George (Greta) and his family; her nieces Monica, Tierney and Sadie Rose in Vancouver; and her nieces in England. Born with a nurturing nature, it was no surprise that she took to a career in nursing, where she practiced in both her native England and in Vancouver, British Columbia. Upon retiring, she spent 25 years volunteering with the Canadian Cancer Society as well as assisting with many church and community events. At a memorial service held at St. Columba Presbyterian Church on Saturday, May 30, family, friends, neighbours and congregation members all spoke of Bettyâ€™s quiet, gentle and caring nature, her faith and her love of baking and gardening. Bettyâ€™s beautiful spirit will be missed by all that knew her. After a two year struggle, Betty is now at peace and in the arms of Our Lord. Bob would like to thank Dr. P. Bartlett and the staff at Eagle Park Health Care Facility for their excellent care. Those wishing may make a donation in her name to the BC Lung Association, 2675 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 2K2

Robert Frederick Bagnall

(September 13, 1925 to May 21, 2015) Robert Frederick Bagnall passed away peacefully at home on May 21st after a long and courageous battle with cancer with family and his loving wife Bettie at his side. Bob was predeceased by his first wife Natalie and his eldest son Marc. He is survived by Bettie (aka 99), his best pal and fun loving wife of 30 years; his sister Evelyn Mitchell; his children Brian (Liz) Linda and Sandra and his step-children Liz (Brian) Bob (Colleen) Dawn (Gord) Debbie (Wayne), as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Bob was born in Qualicum Beach where he lived until he graduated from high school. After high school he joined the ROTC program and graduated as a Civil Engineer. Upon leaving the Army Bob pursued a career in Civil Engineering until retiring from Eatonâ€™s Canada in 1983. Bob and Bettie retired to Qualicum Beach where Bob pursued his passions of golf, gardening and woodworking. A Celebration of Life will take place from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Sunday, June 21st at Eaglecrest Golf Club, 2035 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to either of Bobâ€™s two favourite charities; the Salvation Army or the SPCA.

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Jennifer McDonald would like to send out a heartfelt Thank You to the Ladies of Arrowsmith Golf, the folks of Windsor Court, and the community, for all the love and support given at the loss of our darling Jennifer.

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Muriel Joy Jowsey (nee Hills) 1923-2015 Born in Vancouver on September 22nd to Jack and May Hills, Muriel passed in the early hours of May 20th at NRGH at the age of 91. She was predeceased by her husband Stan Edwin, sons David Edwin and Bruce Victor, brother Gordon and grandson James. Muriel will be greatly missed by the family she leaves behind; her 2 sisters Phyllis Marshall and Verna Marshall, 1 surviving son Steven, several grandchildren, great grandchildren, a great great grandson as well as many nieces and nephews and all her beloved friends at Cokely Manor.

EDNA MARGARET KILVERT

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edna on May 21, 2015 in Kamloops, BC Born on November 16, 1922 in Davidson, SK, she was predeceased by her husband Lyle on December 13, 2000. She is survived by her sister Kaye Rutherford of SK, and many nieces and nephews in BC, AB, and SK. A graveside service will be held June 19th at 2:00pm at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Road, Parksville, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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gardeners. Learn how to make your garden look its very best this summer. The event is free for club members and just $5 for others. It runs at 1 p.m., June 10 at Nanoose Place, 2925 Northwest Bay Road. Lewis will have plants for sale and people could win one as a door prize. Call Debbie Mitchell at 250-821-0846 for more information. — NEWS Staff/Submitted by Debbie Mitchell ST OF THE CI BE E

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Five runs in first inning dooms Royals during hard fought games against Whalley Chiefs T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com

The Quality Foods Parksville Royals came home empty handed after losing both games of a doubleheader to the Whalley Chiefs on Saturday. The Royals fell by scores of 2-0 and 9-3 in Surrey, giving them four straight losses and a 3-7 record. It’s not for lack of effort, as the Royals were up against some outstanding pitching in the first game. The Chiefs’ Thomas Espig went the distance, throwing seven innings and giving up just one hit while striking out 11 Royals batters. “That’ll happen against a hot pitcher,” head coach Dave Wallace said. “He (Espig) has four wins and three losses on the season, but even in those losses he’s gone deep in the game and not given up a lot. He’s a tough pitcher to hit and we had problems hitting the ball against him.” Owen Kelly was the starting pitcher in the first game for the Royals, going five innings while giving up two runs on four hits, striking out five batters. Zack Senay came on in relief of Kelly, working just one inning and giving up just one hit. Game two of the double header was better for the Royals, in terms of offensive output, as they were able to drive in

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Dean Leyland and the Quality Foods Parksville Royals will look to get back in the win column this weekend as they host the Whalley Chiefs on Saturday (12:15 p.m. and 2:45 p.m.) at Inouye-Wallace Field at Springwood Park.

three runs. However, the Royals found themselves down 5-0 after the first inning in

a game which saw them give up all nine runs from the Chiefs in the first three innings.

Colton Tuka only lasted the first inning, giving up five runs on six hits with two strikeouts. Adam McKillican came on in relief for three innings of work, giving up four runs on six hits and striking out five batters. Hayden Scheck finished the game, pitching the final two innings for the Royals, not allowing a hit or a run. “Tough start to game two,” Wallace said. “We had a mistake on the mound and that cost us a run, then they just piled it on.” “That’s the tough part of this game, those mental mistakes; they can pop up at anytime. I feel we’ve done a good job so far this season, as a team, to limit those mistakes. But when they do happen, they can be hard to overcome sometimes.” The Royals are back in action this weekend at Inouye-Wallace Field at Springwood Park, hosting the Chiefs for a doubleheader this Saturday. Game one starts at 12:15 p.m., with game two following around 2:45 p.m. With just four wins on the season, the Royals are still ahead of the White Rock Tritons and 1.5 games behind three teams. The good news for the Royals is that all four wins were at home, which they’ll be looking to repeat this weekend.

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The Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals will take to the ice this weekend for their Spring Camp, Friday through Sunday at Oceanside Place. It’s a camp that’s going to bring in a lot of the younger talent that Generals GM Rob Gaudreault has been scouting since taking the position full-time earlier this year. For Gaudreault, there are some kids that can come into a camp like this and make an impact, but it’s about seeing what the future holds.

“It’s going to be a smaller camp than last year’s was,” Gaudreault said. “That being said, it gives us a real good look at each player that comes in and we’ll be able to get a good idea of what sort of a player and person they are. A camp like this is something that really allows you to see what’s coming in down the line, one or two years from now. Some players are going to be good enough that they’d make the team this year, but it’s more geared to getting them in here and getting them into our system.”

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With Brad Knight hired as the new head coach for the Generals for the 2015-2016 season, Gaudreault knows that Knight’s name alone will garner some interest from players looking for a place to play this season. But his plan to put the distractions of the last two seasons behind the team and start fresh will also be a selling point. “We want to attract kids to come play here,” Gaudreault said. “It’s going to be a different approach to things for us, both on and off the ice. With Brad,

we’ve got a coach who’s got a great track record and he’s someone that’s going to bring in a few kids on that alone. But we really need to make sure that it’s about setting up a good environment for players who are thinking of coming and playing here. We want them to know that we’ll be putting a competitive team out there on the ice, a team that’s going to do well under the new coaching staff and really be able to get on board with the direction we want to take this team.” Gaudreault said the biggest

challenge was turning people into believers of the Generals. A challenge that he is prepared to take on. “That was one of the tougher parts,” he said. “Getting out there and getting people to believe in the Gens as an organization was very important for me. We’re just looking to get these kids to the rink and getting them to come out to see what Brad has to offer as a coach and what we have to offer them as a team. Once they’re here, they’ll see what we’ve got to offer.”

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