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A rainbow-coloured lollypop sets the backdrop of a poster saying nutritionist Brian Clement will be the featured speaker at Qualicum Beach Elementary School (QBES). Clement is a Florida-based nutritionist, and co-director of Hippocrates Health Institution, known for allegedly making controversial claims about healthcare, including that he helps patients reverse multiple sclerosis (MS). Clement denied making those claims when he spoke to The NEWS on I’d like to reaffirm this Tuesday night. individual was not Clement’s scheduled. He was presentation never scheduled at QBES was SD69’S GILLIAN WILSON slated to take place Tuesday from 1:50 p.m. to 2:50 p.m., according to the poster found under the events section of the Hippocrates Health Institution website. However, QBES principal John Williams said there was “a misunderstanding.” School District 69 assistant superintendent Gillian Wilson told The NEWS Tuesday morning Clement was not scheduled to speak at the elementary school — ever. Our presentations that we have in our school buildings support curriculum,” said Wilson. “We have all types of guest speakers but they go through our school offices… I’d like to reaffirm this individual was not scheduled (to speak at QBES). He was never scheduled.” Asked how this miscommunication started, Wilson, seemingly baffled said “I have no idea. I just caught wind of it.” See CLEMENT, page A9
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Alyssa Marie Cowser lays a wreath for the unknown soldier Wednesday morning in Parksville, accompanied by Legion member Ken Griffith. Thousands of people attended Remembrance Day ceremonies under sunny skies in Bowser, Qualicum Beach and Parksville. For photos from the ceremonies, see Page A5 inside today and visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/PQBNews.
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Solemn and sunny ceremonies Record crowds came to pay their respects under sunny skies during Remembrance Day ceremonies on Wednesday in Bowser, Parksville and Qualicum Beach.
Veterans, RCMP, Legion members and service clubs lead the parades and then joined others crowded near the cenotaphs for the Last Post, Lament, Reveille and prayers.
For dozens of photos from all three communities, see page A5 inside today and visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/PQBNews. — NEWS Staff
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Regional District of Nanaimo Director Bob Rogers may be understating things a bit when he says Nanoose Bay residents have a “significant interest” in Parksville’s Nov. 21 referendum. While it’s in dispute for some considering the age of the assent/ borrowing bylaws and the change in the population in 20 years, Nanoose Bay residents passed a referendum two decades ago to allow for a loan to pay for their share of the Arrowsmith Dam, an intake and water treatment/storage. Nanoose Bay taxpayers are on the hook for $7.7 million of the $28.3 million plan that’s on the table now. The amount of borrowing required is $2.6 million. A water fund surplus/reserves and grants will cover the rest of Nanoose Bay’s share. Parksville must borrow $5.6 million to cover its 74 per cent of the costs and is going to the polls for permission. Nanoose Bay residents can only sit and watch. It’s unclear what would happen if the Parksville referendum fails. “I’m hoping, and confident, they will approve it,” Rogers said this week. He also repeated his support for the current plan. “I think it’s an excellent project and I think it should go ahead.” What happens if the referendum fails? “If it does not pass then Parksville will have to bring it back to the next Englishman River Water Service (ERWS) board meeting and we’ll go from there,” said Rogers. If the referendum doesn’t pass, roughly 18,000 residents of Parksville and Nanoose Bay could be facing constant boil water advisories. See HaLF OUr WaTer, page A9
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Ed Hollington, right, and Carl Rathburn of Qualicum Beach Streamkeepers carry dead chum salmon to a conveyor at Little Qualicum Hatchery during their annual Salmon Toss Tuesday morning .
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The thousands of spawned-out salmon in the channels off Little Qualicum Hatchery may have escaped the backyard grill, but they’re still providing meals. About 20 volunteers from the Qualicum Beach Streamkeepers’ Society returned to the hatchery this week for their annual Salmon Toss, a collection and relocation of chum salmon carcasses to the upper reaches of the river system. “We’re creating more food for fish of all types, upriver,” said David James, Streamkeepers president. “We’re going up five and 10 kilometres to areas the fish don’t normally go, so we’re extending the fish habitat by doing this. “Fisheries and Oceans tells us this is one of
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The Canadian Legion Branch 76 and Auxiliary colour guard turns the corner onto Memorial Way during Wednesday’s Remembrance Day parade in Qualicum Beach.
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Thousands of people — record crowds some estimated — paid their respects at Remembrance Day ceremonies on Wednesday under sunny skies in Bowser, Qualiucm Beach and Parksville. All ages were represented and speakers talked about the importance of keeping these ceremonies relevant in the future. For dozens more photos from all three ceremonies Wednesday, visit our Facebook page: www.facebook. com/PQBnews. — Photos by John Harding, J.R. Rardon and Candace Wu
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Once the totes were filled, a group of four volunteers drove them upstream and literally tossed the fish, again employing the pikes, into the waters of the Little Qualicum. Each tote held 125 fish per load, for a total trip of 250 fish. There were two trips each morning and two trips each afternoon by rotating teams of volunteers, meaning a total of 2,000 chum carcasses were tossed, by hand. “The average weight is 10 to 15 pounds, so we’re putting more than 10 tons of fish nutrients back into the system,” said James. “This year about 35,000 chums came up into the (hatchery) system, so we’re taking a small percentage. The rest will just wash back down the channel and out to sea.” The salmon toss is just one of the many projects undertaken by Qualicum Beach Streamkeepers and similar organizations working the Englishman River, Nile Creek, French Creek and other mid-Island streams. “These are all volunteers who find it interesting to work like this out in the forest, helping with all kinds of projects,” James said. “It might be building new spawning pools, taking out barriers where logs have fallen and blocked a salmon-bearing stream, and sometimes we plant trees in areas which have been denuded, to try to stabilize the banks.” Funding is through donations or occasional, project-specific grants. James said the Pacific Salmon Foundation and the highway department have funded Streamkeepers projects related to salmonid enhancement or stream improvement, and DFO chipped in money for the salmon toss. “It’s all part of the salmon enhancement program with
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Mick McDonald, of the Qualicum Beach Streamkeepers, tosses chum salmon carcasses into the upper Little Qualicum River Tuesday morning.
Fisheries and Oceans,” said Davies. “We’re all trying to achieve the same thing. I sort of facilitate this activity, if it fits in our mandate.” That mandate includes preserving and enhancing salmon productivity in B.C. streams. Which, Davies said, means improving the salmon’s habitat. And nothing is better at the job than the salmon themselves. “The bodies rot in the stream and feed bugs and algae, which feed the little fish,” he said. “It also feeds the bears, the otters, the martens and the birds.”
Davies added that researchers have also found that salmon swimming upstream to spawn carry with them nutrients, including specific types of nitrogen and phosphorus, found only in the ocean. “Researchers have taken core samples of trees along salmon streams and found this particular type of nitrogen and phosphorus in those trees,” he said. “It’s all part of the productivity salmon bring to a stream as they come to spawn. “Their dead bodies feed the whole watershed.”
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Wilson said the school’s administrator had been approached by “a parent or a community member” about the presentation a few weeks ago, but confirmed “this presenter had not been scheduled to be in our school.” But Amy Hadikin, a QBES mother who helped organize Clement’s presentation, said “it got cancelled last night because the CBC News called the school and said ‘do you know you have a controversial man coming to speak at the school?’ and they didn’t want to stand up and they didn’t have enough time and they Googled him and said ‘oh yeah, controversial, we don’t want to deal with parents’.” Hadikin said Clement’s talk at the elementary school was going to be about sugar and how it affects your health. Responding to the cancellation, or schedule misunderstanding, Clement said he’s “sad for the children.” On Tuesday night, Clement spoke to a crowd of about 50 people at the Quality Inn Bayside in Parksville for a presentation titled: “The truth they don’t want you to know about vitamins, minerals, and their effects on your health.” Asked to speak to claims he can reverse MS or cure cancer — widely reported by Canadian media, most notably the CBC — Clement said “they fabricated the whole thing.” But CBC video clips on YouTube show Clement speaking at previous presentations making claims such as: “Last week, we had somebody at the
institute that reversed multiple sclerosis,” and, “We’ve had more people reverse cancer than any institute in the history of healthcare.” Tuesday night in Parksville Clement said “I don’t believe we heal diseases… That’s weird.” He said the institution facilitates a lifestyle, educates people and people report their successes.
These vulnerable people are also the people often least prepared to recognize a sales-pitch that isn’t backed up by science eRic AdRiAAnS
Asked to confirm if he’s ever claimed he can reverse MS or cure cancer, Clement reiterated, “Never, never have I… All we do is support the body and the body has magic in it, the body can do some amazing things.” B.C. Humanists executive director Ian Bushfield said he was concerned to hear Clement might be speaking at QBES, saying public schools should not be promoting pseudoscience. “Our concern is that any time public funds go to support unproven claims, especially ones related to medical health issues — including the reversal of MS — it’s not just giving people false hope, but it’s essentially scamming people out of money and taking advantage of people,” Bushfield told
The NEWS Tuesday afternoon. Executive director of the Centre for Inquiry Canada (CFIC) Eric Adriaans said when purveyors of pseudoscience are given a platform by schools or other authorities, it lends credibility to the speaker and that can lead to confusion about who really can be trusted to provide valid health information. “Pseudo-science preys upon the most vulnerable people in our society — the ill, injured, frail, elderly and even parents of very ill children who so desperately seek relief from serious illness, injuries or pain.” “These vulnerable people are also the people often least prepared to recognize a sales-pitch that isn’t backed up by science,” Adriaans said. He said CFIC, whose mission is to promote science and secularism, recommends people demand science-based evidence from anybody making a health claim. “People who choose the kinds of treatments offered by Brian’s institute are usually choosing not to use conventional medicine that could effectively treat their condition,” said CFI director Aaron Baynes, based in Vancouver. “It is also quite expensive, and some people will spend their life savings on it.” However, Baynes said he wouldn’t call Clement a scammer or fraudster. “He might actually believe what he claims and if that is the case then he is no criminal mastermind — just woefully wrong.”
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Island Health has decreed that all surface (river) water headed to homes must be treated in a certain fashion by Jan. 1, 2017. The ERWS draws about 50 per cent of its water for homes from the Englishman River. “If we don’t meet that deadline we won’t be able to use our surface water,” said City of Parksville operations manager Mike Squire. “If we do use it, and we will need to use it in the summer time, we will be basically in violation of the Health Act. The only thing we will be able to do, if we need it, which we will, is tell everyone ‘I’m sorry, you’re
going to have to boil your water. And that’s just over a year from now.” Assent Voting day — that’s what this referendum is officially called — is Saturday, Nov. 21. Parksville residents can vote at either the Parksville Community and Conference Centre (PCCC) or the Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church on Pym Street that day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voting will also take place in advance polls at the PCCC only from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. today (Thursday, Nov. 12) and Wednesday, Nov. 18. Those who want to cast a ballot
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hat if you held a referendum and nobody came? It’s nine days until the official voting day — advance voting starts today — for the referendum asking Parksville residents to give the city permission to borrow $5.6 million for a new water treatment plant that will cost a total of $26.8 million. In November of 2014, only 35 per cent of roughly 9,000 eligible voters cast ballots in Parksville’s civic election. It’s often said a good mayoral race produces a spike in voter turnout. Two city councillors — Marc Lefebvre and Bill Neufeld — were fighting for the mayor’s chair in 2014 but just a little more than a third of eligible voters cast a ballot. Then there’s the ‘No’ factor that comes with most referenda. The No voters in these types of questions seem to be more motivated to get to the polls. Without the proper research, that comment is anecdotal at best, but it comes from years of experience covering referenda. If you are Mayor Lefebvre, or city operations manager Mike Squire, or the board members of the Englishman River Water Service (ERWS), all of this is a bit unsettling. It has to be said the city has gone above and beyond to educate the public about the plans. There have been a number of open houses, newspaper ads and news stories related to the project. City council and ERWS board meetings about the subject have been open and have always allowed for questions and comments from the public. Some people seem to think other options haven’t been considered. It’s our view the ERWS and the city have done their homework and have looked at other options, including those that have appeared late in the game from members of the public like they are some kind of revelation. This plan has been 20 years or more in the making. Nanoose Bay residents, through a referendum of their own, gave the RDN borrowing permission for a treatment plant 20 years ago. That authority has been renewed through bylaws over the past 20 years and some people in Nanoose Bay question that process and the fact the population is very different now than it was in 1995-96. The RDN is on the hook for 26 per cent of the total cost of the project that’s on the table. Nanoose Bay residents don’t get a vote on Nov. 21, but they have a lot riding on the outcome. Then there’s the Island Health factor. If it’s a No vote, what will the health authority do about Parksville and Nanoose Bay’s inability to follow surface water treatment edicts? No matter what the outcome, it would be good to see a solid turnout for the referendum on Nov. 21. Yes, you have done a lot of voting in the last couple years (provincial, municipal and federal). One more wouldn’t hurt, would it? — Editorial by John Harding
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Letters No water shortage, storage shortage is the issue There is no shortage of water in the Oceanside area at any time of the year, only a shortage of stored water. Greater Vancouver has three reservoirs supplying about 2.4 million people, or one reservoir per 800,000 people. Our region has one reservoir supplying about 18,000 people. Pretty easy to do the math. The population of the Parksville Qualicum Beach area will increase exponentially every year and so should the water storage capacity. Tony Markle Parksville
rCMP harassMeNt Needs aNother review As I recall when Commissioner Paulson was appointed in 2011, his first priority was to address the issue of sexual harassment in the RCMP. Four years later, his solution to the problem is to fire female officers that have been harassed. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, we are beyond the point where another review is needed. This issue threatens the future of the RCMP and the prime minister needs to recognize that by confronting the commissioner. Canadians need a commissioner that
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“I think it’s an excellent project and I think it should go ahead.” bob rogers, see sTory page a3
can fix problems and create a supportive environment for employees. Trudeau needs to tell the commissioner to seek other employment now and officers in the force that are unable to respect their female colleagues should be told to seek other employment. The female officers that have been dismissed need to be re-instated and compensated for all legal costs they have incurred. roberT McFeTridge Bowser
right aNd wroNg, the CoNsequeNCes of KarMa A quote from Jean-Jacques Rousseau: “We are good by nature but corrupted by society.” This is so true today. The concept of right and wrong has been distorted to the point where the threshold between right and wrong has been blurred. Inwardly we know what is wrong and what is right. But outwardly… if nothing happens, then I did nothing wrong. Some even brag of doing what is universally known as wrong and are elevated to hero status. I won’t point the finger to anyone, as this would make me a participant. On a smaller scale, we see this distorted concept being acted on in our daily lives: people pocketing a small pack of sauce at the grocery store; speeding away because no one is in sight on our streets, even peo-
ple in position of authority are crossing the threshold of what is right with no remorse using “the end justifies the means” as an excuse. “If all your friends jumped off a bridge then would you too?” The answer to this Zen koan (saying) is obviously yes for most. People are doing it without even thinking of the consequences. There might not be an immediate consequence, or karma, but the deed has been done and you will have to answer to it eventually. Ever wonder why you get a cold every winter or why you did not get that promotion at work?
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google the MaNy good uses of CaNNabis Re: marijuana legalization. It is actually cannabis. I have come across 17 U.S. medical patents for cannabis and there are hundreds more patents awaiting approval. Do an Internet search — 700 medicinal uses of cannabis. You will find links to medical studies. Cannabis has over 10,000 uses, from paper to fuel oil. So before anyone goes reefer madness about the legalization of cannabis, I suggest you sit down at your computer and do some reading. ron geen Parksville
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Pastor experiences ‘Francis Effect’
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he Harvard Business Review and Forbes magazine made surprising moves when they named Pope Francis winner of various entrepreneurial-type honours, including the Disruptive Innovation Award for 2014. The man that NEWS columnist Arthur Black calls the pearl in the barnacle-encrusted Vatican was viewed by Forbes as “pretty epic” when it came to reviving a 2000-year-old brand that was otherwise bleeding heavily in its regular customer base. What did they consider his secret? Lead by example and get the organization away from self-preservation and back to its original mission statement on behalf of the real customer base (joyfully proclaiming good news and serving the most vulnerable). “How I would wish for a church that was poor and for the poor”, says Francis. As leaked documents published in a book this week reveal, Francis is up against it with a culture where Vatican bureaucrats have in some cases siphoned off millions destined for outreach into personal accounts or
self-aggrandizement. So it’s on Vatican affairs, described wait-and-see for how deep for us planned and off-thethis reform process will ac- cuff remarks from succestually take root. sive popes made during At any rate, I was inter- air travel. It was a 30,000-ft ested enough in the topic press conference where to go ahead and sign up for Francis used the five words a course in Rome and Assi- that rocked the world: “Who si last month that gave both am I to judge?”, setting off a an outsider and insider view revolution in the tone of disof the “Francis course regardEffect,” hearing homosexuing from closer ality within his observers of own community Pope Francis, By Rev. Andrew Twiddy and wider afield. and reviewThe point is ing the kind of that instead of transformative trying to directwork done in ly announce or a different era make a change by Francis of in policy, FranAssisi (1182cis has in word 1226) that has and action indiinspired the present-day cated an embrace of people Francis. so often excluded and then In keeping with the spirit followed this up with both a of St. Francis, so universally grass-roots survey and a proadmired as a patron saint of cess of public debate among ecology in an environmen- the highest levels of his leadtally-sensitive era, I see that ership over matters of family “simple is the new black” life and society that touch at when it comes to the mes- our core. The cat is out of the sage from the top. Dress bag and it is clear for all the down, live simply, speak world to see that what many truthfully to the powers- once saw as a monolithic that-be, and connect to peo- and secretive organization ple authentically. with one clear structure of David Willey, long-time teachings and authority is BBC correspondent in Rome actually deeply conflicted,
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as the National Catholic Observer points out, about vital matters in a public way at the highest level of bishops and cardinals. That makes real change a possibility. A man who leads a billion-person organization, lives in a two-bedroom apartment, heavily promotes environmental responsibility, washes the feet of a disabled Muslim man and then publicly excommunicates the Mafia and Vatican money-launderers, has got to be someone to learn from. I wonder how this kind of leadership and message connects for us locally? What could we all do that has both simplicity of lifestyle and yet public courage in our businesses, our churches and congregations, or our workplaces or other organizations? Oh, and maybe remind our government leaders about the moral imperative for our grandchildren at stake in the Paris climate talks. — The Rev. Andrew Twiddy is an Anglican minister and serves as the priest and pastor for St. Anne & St. Edmund, Parksville. E-mail: atwiddy99@gmail.com
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Beard wins Above and Beyond Award People honoured this year are displayed in the town hall foyer
Qualicum Beach town council and staff honoured community volunteers at a special Volunteer Appreciation Reception at the new fire hall Nov. 4. “Volunteerism is symbolic of everything that makes Qualicum Beach the great community it is, and will continue to be,” said Mayor Teunis Westbroek in a news release. Among the many volunteer awards and recogni-
tions, council singled out Council recognized the renowned fossil collector time and effort contributGraham Beard as recipient ed — and the benefit to the of the 2015 Above and Be- community — of the wealth yond Volunteer Award. of experience and talent “ T h e among its community residents. The community is so is so fortuT o w n fortunate to have volunteers who see a need recognized nate to have and then have the volunteers volunteers commitment and who see a appointed dedication to try need and by counand meet it then have cil to town MAYOR TEUNIS WESTBROEK the comcommitmitment tees, comand dedicamissions tion to try and meet it. The and boards; and volunteers role of local government nominated by a special is to act as a facilitator and event group, volunteer orsupporter to enable volun- ganization or non-profit asteerism,” he added. sociation to represent their
group at the event. The Volunteers Council was recognized for having individually made a significant contribution to the community during the past year. The volunteer groups and committee members honoured this year are displayed in the town hall foyer, with the Above and Beyond Volunteer Award plaque. The afternoon closed with a sincere thank you from council on behalf of the whole community and a challenge to introduce a friend to volunteering. — Submitted by the Town of Qualicum Beach
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ow that fall is with us, our centre is pick- when scenes of the homeless are depicted in the ing up speed and energy as our new news. Even on our Island we see images of ‘setmembers join in the daily activities. ups’ in shop doorways and parks with the basic Our garage sale in October was a success. Then materials of cardboard and plastic, and a shopwe had good attendance for our annual general ping cart. meeting. Bill Preston, representing the Qualicum So, for seniors and others, can we rest easy as Beach Community Education and Wellness So- far as shelter is concerned? For senior homeownciety, explained the aims of this recently-formed ers on limited incomes, the escalating costs of regroup are to work with different age groups and pairs (as a new roof) and utilities can be a serious resources in the local area. Mayor Teunis West- issue. The cost of owning a home in big cities is broek gave an address bringing us up to date on causing much concern. For us seniors, we must local issues. wonder how our children and grandchildren Later in the month, the Echo ever afford one. The option of movPlayers gave us an excellent preing further out is a poor one. sentation of their play to be entered The need for low-cost housing in the drama festival. Then on the is in the forefront of the news, but 30th, we had a rather wild and hi- By Roy Jones it doesn’t appear that much is haplarious time during our combined pening. Factors such as zoning, cost Halloween and Variety Show eveand lack of suitable land — or the ning. “not in my back yard” argument — The centre was closed for Reare always there. membrance Day. Our main NoFor seniors, we see a need for mevember event will be a salute to the dium or low-cost housing as close British, with wartime memories to downtown as possible. In this and songs on Nov. 21. way a car can be dispensed with, As we move into the senior stages of our lives, and shopping, medical, and other resources be our conversations tend to include more looking easily reached. Walkers and scooters become an back and reminiscing (oh, come on, we’re not option. In particular, there are some of us who really boring). And they often include how our would like to downsize and move to a location basic needs were met, two of these being food further in. Better still, a rental so that home ownand shelter, and the comparison between then ership responsibility can be forgotten. and now. To stay with shelter only, obviousWith regard to our local scene, we do have the ly great strides have been made with scientific Qualicum Park Village. The credit and thanks development and inventions, such as high ris- for this go to the Kiwanis Society and our town es, better use of land, new building materials (a council, who were able to provide concessions mistake here and there, such as asbestos). So for and contributions. most of us, as we lay our heads down at night, — Roy Jones is a member of the Qualicum we can enjoy the feeling of warmth and security. Beach Seniors’ Activities Centre. For info, call The importance of this is graphically illustrated 250-752-0420 or e-mail: qbseniors@shawbiz.ca.
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The right knee joint was slightly thickened and the right leg could not be fully extended. Radiographs indicated a comminuted fracture of the right tibial crest (a bone in the lower leg of vertebrates corresponding to the human tibia). This bear cub was suffering from severe debilitation resulting from chronic traumatic injuries. Given its extreme emaciation, the traumatic injuries (including evidence of unresolved neurological damage) and the poor prognosis for resolution and rehabilitation back to the wild, this bear was subsequently euthanized. We do not take euthanasia lightly. It is a dif-
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A leaf mulch will help suppress weeds, aid in erosion control, insulate the soil and retain moisture. When we remove this protective layer we disturb the natural balance of the garden. If you absolutely can’t stand the natural look of leaves left lying where they’ve fallen in the garden there is a way to use them and still gain the benefits later on. You can rake up all the leaves and either pile them in a corner or use a wood or wire bin about three feet wide and tall. Let them decompose over time, adding water through the drier months to keep the break down going. Turn the pile once in awhile with a pitch fork. Once the pile has turned into a nice, crumbly leaf mold (sounds bad but it really isn’t) then you can either spread it on the garden as mulch or dig it in. If you don’t have a bin or don’t want to commit to something semi-permanent for a season or two then another method is to use a large garbage bag with a few air holes punched along the sides. Check it for moisture periodically also as you need the leaves to be moist to help
the process. I haven’t tried this personally but have been told it works. Large leaves tend to break down more slowly and can sometimes form a mat on the ground or in the pile. If you have a mulching mower then run it over the pile of dry leaves a few times or toss them in a shredder. The more cuts in a leaf the more quickly it will break down. Even just scrunching dry, brittle leaves in your hands will help. Either method will take about six months to a year to break down completely. Don’t be afraid to use it earlier if you can’t wait that long, it doesn’t need to be broken down fully to be beneficial. If you’re not growing a winter cover crop in your vegetable garden then use the leaves there. So this fall let nature take its course and in turn she will reward you with healthier soil and less work weeding. — Shirley Eppler is the owner of Cultivate Garden & Gift at 609 East Island Hwy. in Parksville. E-mail: shirley@cultivategarden.com
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Three companies from the Parksville Qualicum Beach area received Better Business Bureau of Vancouver Island’s 2105 Torch awards at the annual awards gala Nov. 6 in Victoria. “Congratulations to the following companies that have demonstrated their exemplary commitment to honest and ethical business practices and customer service excellence,” said Rosalind Scott, President and CEO of BBB serving Vancouver Island. Here’s a partial list of winners:
• Construction: X 2 Lewis Modern Home Renovations (Qualicum Beach). • Roofing contractors: Oceanside Roofing Ltd. (Parksville). • Community engagement: M & N Mattress Shop Ltd. (Parksville). • Heating and air conditioning: Servicexcel (Nanaimo). • 50 years accreditation: R. Gallazin & Son Ltd. (Nanaimo). — BBB Vancouver Island news release
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MeMories held
Ashes to ashes, dust to glasses for local artist Robert Held converts cremation ashes into artistic memorials CandaCe Wu news@pqbnews.com
When Cheryl Peddly got her late husband’s ashes back, they came “in a plastic container inside a recyclable bag,” she recalled. Less than impressed, Peddly was determined to honour her husband’s life. That’s when she came across local glass blower, Robert Held, and together they came up with a plan to blow her husband’s ashes into beautiful pieces of glass art. “We blew him into (glass) balls,” Peddly said. “One hangs in a window and one sits on my coffee table and my husband is lovely and present and it’s a joy.” Peddly also had smaller glass balls made that she sent to his children who live all across North America. “My husband deserved something different,” she said.
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cheryl peddly holds a glass ball, created by parksville glass-blower robert held, of the type that contains ashes from her late husband’s remains.
“And this was different and beautiful.” Held explained he takes human or pet ashes from people,
re-processes the ash into a fine dust, then mixes it with a colour (otherwise ash alone turns out grey) and blows the ash into
some form of glass art such as hanging ornaments, paperweights, hearts, vases or urns. He only uses about one ta-
blespoon of ash for each piece, so there’s leftover ash to either put inside an urn or spread outside. Held said he can also seal his glass pieces and often people will fill them with a person’s memorabilia as a keepsake. “Many people have ashes in their house,” he said, noting his studio is exploring ways to honour late loved ones. Held said it’s “emotional” work. Last Saturday, Held hosted the first Memories Held event at his glass art studio along Island Highway. He did a glass-blowing demonstration using human ashes and had three celebrants, including Peddly, on hand for help. The Celebrant Foundation and Institution defines celebrants as “highly-trained ceremony professionals who are richly schooled in the art of ritual and ceremony.” “Rituals have gone out of style as many people have left the churches,” said Peddly. See GlaSS art, page A22
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Acting is kids’ stuff for KSS Top honours went to the host troupe, but Kwalicum Secondary School’s drama club proved a hit in its return, after several years absence, to the Echo Players’ One-act Play Festival last week at Village Theatre in Qualicum Beach. The Echo Players, who performed two different plays, earned Best Play, Best Director (Sue Murguly), Best Actor (Alistair McVey) and Best Sup-
porting Actor (Paul Churchill) for their production of Chekov’s Swan Song. Another Echo Player, Judy Hipkins, won Best Actress in Nasty Things Murders. Jurors for the four-day festival were award-winning Canadian actress Nicola Cavendish and veteran theatre actor and director Robb Mowbray. KSS students Mack Blanchard, Quade Burleigh, Cameron Chevrette, Alex Hunter, Jessi Kercher and Drew Smith, brought by the school’s new
drama instructor, Dan Osleeb, earned Best Ensemble for their comedy, The Whole Shebang. Chevrette was also selected Best Supporting Actress for the festival. The Gabriola Players won Best Original Script for Lemon Yellow Laces. Also participating in the festival were the River City Players of Campbell River and Courtenay Little Theatre. The Portal Players of Port Alberni were forced to withdraw due to multiple illnesses. — NEWS Staff
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Celtic Chaos on the loose in Nanoose Local Ceilidh band to play concert, dance
Celtic Chaos, the Qualicum Beach-based Ceilidh band, will play a concert and dance Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Nanoose Library Hall. The concert will include the humorous and performance poetry of John Beaton, and the dance will feature 86-year-old
veteran dance caller and Scottish country dance teacher Janetta Begg. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30. Tickets are $10 and are now on sale at Diva Vintage Kandy and Kakes at 119 W. 2nd Ave. in Qualicum Beach, and at Nanoose Edibles Farm, 1960 Stewart Rd. in Nanoose. — Submitted by Celtic Chaos
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The sixth annual All Decked Out crafter’s market returns to Tigh-Na Mara Seaside Spa Resort and Conference Centre Nov. 1315. In a couple of new twists to the popular holiday shopping kickoff, vendor booths have been moved to the main floor, and a Sunday session has been added. Friday’s session, Nov. 13, will be an exclusive 19+ ticketed eve-
ning of shopping and mingling from 5-9 p.m. Partial proceeds from the evening event, which includes entertainment from live musicians, will go to local charity. The full market, open to the public, continues Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Quality, variety and unique vendors will be in attendance. — Submitted by Tigh-Na Mara
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Thursday, November 12, 2015 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
What is the Englishman River Water Service? The ERWS is a joint venture between the City of Parksville and the Regional District of Nanaimo, formed to secure a bulk water supply from the Englishman River. This regional partnership supplements existing well supply sources owned and operated by the City of Parksville and Nanoose Bay Peninsula Water Service Area.
Why is this project necessary? To ensure a safe and secure water system is available for now and the future. Island Health has mandated the improvement of water quality standards for surface water (river water) with a deadline for compliance of December 31, 2016.
What is the timeline for this project? Construction of the river intake is the next phase of improvement for our community’s water supply following construction of the Arrowsmith Dam in 1999. Design of the intake is underway with construction scheduled for June 2016 followed by design and installation of the water treatment facility, scheduled for operation in summer 2018.
The City of Parksville and the Regional District of Nanaimo (Nanoose Bay Peninsula) are moving forward with an expansion to the drinking water supply which will ensure a safe and secure water system for the community. The project includes: • In-river water supply intake designed/ located to consider needs of river users and protect aquatic habitat. • Water treatment plant with a minimum of 16 million litres per day of membrane filtration capacity to comply with new water regulatory treatment standards. • Transmission supply mains to homes and businesses.
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It is important to understand the consequences of a YES or NO vote.
How will this project be funded? Earlier this year, the project received $6 million in funding from the Government of Canada and the Province of BC through the New Building Canada Fund: Small Communities Fund. The $28.3 million project will be shared based on ownership in the joint venture; Parksville 74% and RDN 26%. Costs will be spread out over the next 25 years with less reliance on current user fees. To provide for the anticipated annual operating and capital costs as well as the future $5.6 million debt retirement costs, annual water rate increases for water services for the City of Parksville will increase between 2.25% to 2.5% for the years 2016 through 2024; about $10 per year for an average household. To estimate individual increases, residents should add the WATER charges shown on their April and October 2015 utility bills and increase the sum by 2.5%.
ERWS Water Treatment, Intake and Transmission Mains
In $Millions
Total
Parksville Share
RDN/Nanoose Share
Water treatment plan
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$11.1
$3.9
River intake/raw water supply main
6.5
4.8
1.7
Springwood transmission main
4.0
4.0
Craig Bay transmission/ pump station
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What happens if we
What happens if we
Long-term borrowing of $5.6 million is approved.
Long-term borrowing of $5.6 million is not approved.
Joint transmission mains
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.7
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Phase 1 project and improvements will proceed.
Water project and improvements will not proceed.
Total
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$20.6
$7.7
Lower risk of water supply issues; will be able to meet water demands for fire protection and peak demands.
Higher risk of water supply issues – insufficient protection against fire, emergency and peak demands. Further water conservations measures will be required.
Federal and provincial grants
$4.4
$1.6
Gas tax funding
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.6
Borrowing
5.6
2.6
Accumulated development cost charges
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Water fund accumulated surplus and carry forward reserves
5.8
2.9
Total
$20.6
$7.7
VOTE YES?
VOTE NO?
Improved water quality with membrane filtration, ultra-violet light and chlorine disinfection.
Higher risk of water quality advisories without improved filtration, disinfection.
Upon completion, system will comply with Island Health drinking water standards.
Non-compliance with Island Health mandated standards will require Boil Water Advisory.
Costs are shared by customers over next 25 years with less reliance on current user fees.
Costs are uncertain and higher overall costs can be expected.
Project completion by June 2018.
Timeline is uncertain and will be based on available funds to complete the project.
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Funding Sources
• 75% of the intake and transmission mains will be paid for by development costs. • 50% of the water treatment plant will be paid for by development costs.
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Benefits Location: Existing City operations on Herring Gull Way
• Multi-purpose pedestrian trail aligned with water main • Increased supply and improved firefighting • Improved water quality • Enhanced operation and ability to efficiently deliver water demands
Thursday, November 12 8 am – 8 pm Parksville Community and Conference Centre Wednesday, November 18 8 am – 8 pm Parksville Community and Conference Centre
Voting day Saturday, November 21 8 am – 8 pm Parksville Community and Conference Centre Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church
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The transmission mains will deliver treated water from the treatment plant directly to the above ground reservoirs located in Top Bridge and Springwood Parks. With the construction of the transmission main along the E & N Railway and Top Bridge Park, opportunity exists to build a trail over top of the water main which will further enhance the community’s walkable pedestrian network and provide a strong east to Parksville Bay west connection from Top Bridge to Springwood Park. Parksville
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On November 21, the citizens of Parksville will participate in an “assent voting opportunity” (previously called a referendum). Voting day is November 21 with two advance voting opportunities. The process is conducted in the same manner as an election. The City of Parksville is asking residents to approve a bylaw to authorize the borrowing of up to $5.6 million to construct a new water intake, water treatment plant and transmission lines. The assent voting question will read as follows:
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Glass blower Robert Held creates an ornament using human ashes as several celebrants look on Saturday at his Parksville studio.
“We (celebrants) believe rituals are an important part of life… We offer non-traditional, non-religious points of view in conducting rituals.” On Saturday, Peddly was joined by fellow celebrants Ceri Peacy and Jane Good providing emotional support for those looking at options for honouring loved one’s remains. “We’re taking people through the process of finding a way through transitions,” said Peddly. “We’re to relieve people a little bit and ease the burden.” For more on Robert Held Art Glass contact 250-586-4353 or visit www.robertheld.com.
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This 2,332 sqft. ocean view home, designed for entertaining, features an epicurean kitchen, spacious windows overlooking mature landscaped gardens, 3 bedrooms, 3 car garage, & 2 offices. Overlooking the Fairwind’s golf course with spectacular views of the pond and the Georgia Strait.
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3142 ISLAND W. HIGHWAY
$948,000
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Members & guests. Pancake Breakfast Nov. 15th 8:30 - 11:30 am
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ERMELINE (LYNN) JAMES 1927-2015 Qualicum Beach, BC
You may have seen her bombing around town in her little red sports car, or playing golf 3X a week, or demonstrating her flexibility at exercise class, or walking her beloved rescue dog, Mikey, or even entertaining friends with her latest culinary concoctions. Not many years ago, you would have found her on the water at 7:00 am; paddling with other breast cancer survivors on the Breast of Life Dragon boat. Lynn was indeed 88 years young and a remarkable gal. She was full of energy, mischief, fun, and advice. Lynn believed that costumes, games, and skits always made things more interesting. This was witnessed by many in the summer of 2014 when she hosted a riotous golf tournament for 36 lucky friends and family. Lynn faced much adversity in her life which she unflinchingly met head on. She managed to retain her sense of humour even when times were tough. She knew when to lend a compassionate ear and when to give a reminder that life is unfair, play the cards you’ve been dealt and stop your whining. Lynn was born and raised on a prairie farm near Acadia Valley, AB during the great depression. After becoming an RN, one of her first jobs was in Yellowknife. There, this pretty and intelligent blonde was made an Honorary Princess by the Chief of the Dogrib Band for her great community work with the Dene First Nations people. Later, she became the youngest Matron of the Oyen Hospital. Around this time, Lynn was smitten by a dashing young pilot with his own airplane - Albert Karr (deceased) . They married and had 4 children. Even while raising those little terrors, Lynn continued a long and respected career in both Occupational and Public Health nursing in Grande Prairie, AB. At 65, Lynn married a wonderful gentleman with a twinkle in his eye and a great sense of humour- Griff James. They settled in Qualicum Beach and had several happy years together before Griff’s passing. On October 16, Lynn suffered a massive inter cerebral bleed as she was preparing to go golfing. She would have been disappointed to know that she stood up her foursome. Lynn died two weeks later on October 31, 2015. Our heartfelt thanks go to the dedicated doctors and nurses who provided such wonderful care on the ward and especially in the Palliative Care Unit at Nanaimo Regional Hospital. Lynn is survived by her brother Chester Neilson, and her four children: Kelly (Dea Napen) , Patt, Avril (Frank Warshawski), and Kerry. She is also survived by Griff’s children, Jim, Judy and Bette Leigh. She was adored by her buckets of grandchildren who knew she was always good for a laugh and a wizened perspective on the world. Lynn did not want a service of any kind. Instead, there will be an informal gathering on Saturday, November 21 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at Lynn’s home. 430 Knight Terrace, Qualicum Beach. We have some great stories. We hope you will attend and share some too.
For those who love, time is not. Missing you today and always.
PARKSVILLE & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY AGM November 21, 2015 2:00 pm at Parksville Museum & Archives 1245 E. Island Highway Parksville, BC for further information visit www.parksvillemuseum.ca
NEW to the area? Call for your FREE package of info, gifts & greetings. IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, that’s your business. Want to STOP, we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous. 1-800-883-3968 People who are interested in forming a science club, please contact Jim Jeff’s at joaja@telus.net
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June 11, 1922 – October 8, 2015
Dear Dad, You truly lived life on your own terms, demonstrating how to face adversity, how to endure and to stand for what you believed in. What an amazing life you have lived... blessed with family, guided by faith and rich with adventure. You protected us and always provided for us. Thank you for providing strong leadership and running a tight ship. You will always be our hero, Dad. Your legend lives on.
Always in our hearts. We miss you so much. Love , Ingrid, Earl, Brenda, Curtis, Ethan , Logan and Isaac. LOVE NEVER FAILS —1 Corinthians 13:8
~ NICK DANYLUK ~ December 15, 1919 to October 22, 2015
With much sadness we announce the passing of our father, Nick Danyluk , but at the same time we are happy for Dad because we know he is now in a happier, peaceful world. Dad leaves his five children, LaVerne, Gerald, Ty, David and Nicki. Sadly, Dad will no-longer have the wonderful experience to enjoy his 6 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren who will grow up without their great grandfather. Nick emigrated to Canada from Beilo Berezhny, Ukraine in 1929 with his mother, father and one sister just before the Russian Revolution. They left two brothers in the “Old Country� but just one was to follow a year later. His father, Wasyl, was a policeman for the last Czar of Russia. There was trouble brewing in Russia and Ukraine -- he knew it was time to find a better, safer place to raise his family—he chose Canada. Dad grew up in Saskatchewan on his Dad’s farm near Preeceville and eventually rode the rails as a strong, adventurous young man in search of work in Toronto and other areas of Ontario and also in Manitoba. Dad tried to enlist in the Canadian military during WWII but was refused because he didn’t speak English well enough. The military wanted Dad to work the farm as his contribution to the war effort. He eventually married Josephine Denys and brought “Josie� and their two young children, LaVerne and Gerald, to Vancouver Island where in 1944 he began his long and very respected career as a Faller in the Alberni area for Bloedel Stewart and Welch. In the 50’s he worked for Jim Arden as a Faller and then later again for M & B. Unfortunately, many of his collegues died in the woods but thankfully not Dad. He was so skilled in his difficult work that he could drop a monster tree on a dime. He retired at age 65 but not before spending 5 years training young Fallers for M & B, not just how to fall but how to fall danger-trees. Dad earned much respect from others in the forest industry and was known for his abilities in other parts of British Columbia—for some he was a legend. Dad was a man of principles, strong, at times mischievious, he was loving and kind and he appreciated the natural world. He will be missed.
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, Thursday, November 12, 12,2015 2015 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
PERSONAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
FINANCIAL SERVICES
CLEANING SERVICES
GARDENING
HANDYPERSONS
PAINTING
DON the HANDYMAN
M OXFORD Home/Commercial Reno’s & Painting. Decks, Sheds, Hardwood & Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guaranteed. Fully insured. (250)228-5204.
INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. Hands-On Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training! Funding & Housing Avail! Job Aid! Already a HEO? Get certiďŹ cation proof. Call 1-866-399-3853 or go to: iheschool.com
ALL CLEAN House Cleaners. Exp. Reliable & Insured. Please Call: 250-668-4642 or email: info@allclean4you.ca
HELP WANTED
CLEAN LIVING Home & Office- Reliable, bondable, 17 yrs exp. $25/hr. 250-588-5792.
Clean in a Wink. Strong references. Fast & efficient, I will save you money! Patricia-Marie 250-248-1237
SEEKING Regional PROPERTY MANAGER. Optional Office Locations. Visit: MAKOLA.BC.CA for job posting. Deadline: NOV 25, 2015 @midnight.
LOST SIAMESE male cat who needs medication 2x a day. If found or seen please call (250)618-7995.
AUTOMOTIVE
PARTS PERSON WANTEDmust have some experience in marine or motorcycle repair. Please send resumes to Box 305 c/o The Campbell River Mirror, #104 250 Dogwood Street, Campbell River, BC, V9W 2X9.
Your Neighbour House Cleaning Service
SEASONAL FARM WORKERS NEEDED at
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PIANO LESSONS; Formal or informal, all ages, a variety of methods. Exercise your brain! Senior Discounts. In your home or mine. Call Gina (250)927-3005.
HEALTH PRODUCTS BARBARA’S HOMEMAKING & COMPANION SERVICES. Visits can include Meals: Light Housekeeping: Pet Care: Transportation etc. Available weekly: bi-weekly: monthly. Minimum 2 hours. Call 250752-4392
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
PERSONAL CARE Former RN for in home care for seniors, including complex care, respite & palliative care.
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Pottery
Show & Sale
Free Admission Door Prizes! www.arrowsmithpottersguild.bc.ca
PAINTING
SATURDAY, NOV 14TH, 2015 9:30 AM TO 3:30 PM
KNOX UNITED CHURCH 345 PYM ST. PARKSVILLE
FREE ADMISSION LOTS OF PARKING LUNCH AVAILABLE
10 rooms filled with a huge variety of PERFECT GIFT possibilities! KNOX STRIVES TO BE A SCENT-FREE ZONE. YOUR COOPERATION IS MOST APPRECIATED!
AHH, THE HOLIDAYS ARE UPON US! Get a fresh new look with PAINT and bring your home to life this Christmas.... A STROKE ABOVE PAINTING LTDCommercial & Residential. Interior/Exterior. WCB. Insured. Call Dave, 250-240-2310.
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Nov. 14, 15, & 21, 22, 2015 Handmade Functional Stoneware 3505 Harris Cres, Qualicum Beach 250-752-4533
FAIRS & EVENTS!
CHRISTMAS SALE
We are located just off the Port Alberni Hwy. #4, about 10 minutes from Qualicum Beach. Turn off the Hwy at Carson Road. Carson Road makes a sharp turn to the left and becomes Harris Crescent. We are the 4th house on the left after the stop sign. Please join us for refreshments and a chance to win a gift. Bring this invitation and received $5 off any purchase over $50. Follow us on Facebook.
Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Reno & Repair Specialist. 30 years of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB
GARDENING FALL LAWN & Garden Services. Yard clean-ups, hedges, mowing, rubbish removal. Oceanside Lawn & Garden. Call (250)240-1116.
LEGALS
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES Sales & Service.
1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251
FRIENDLY FRANK CYCLEOPS CONVERTERS and blocks, as new, $99 firm. Call (250)738-0469.
FURNITURE
“LITTLE AZTEC� PaintingProfessional. Good rates. Free quote. Jose’ (250)594-6611.
Unique China Cabinet. Plated glass shelves, 3 drawer/2 door. 80� high, 50� wide, 18� deep. Heavy! All real wood! $350 obo. 250-228-0321
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
LEGALS
Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land
Take notice that Odyssey Shellfish Ltd of Bowser, BC, intends to make application to Ministry of Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO),West Coast Service Centre, for a Licence of Occupation – Shellfish (oysters on longline) situated on Provincial Crown land located at Deep Bay The Lands File Number that has been established for this application is 1407063. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Section Head, Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations at 142 2080 Labieux Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 6J9,, or emailed to:AuthorizingAgency.Nanaimo@gov.bc.ca. Comments will be received by MFLNRO until December 29, 2015. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit our website: http://arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/ind ex.jsp for more information. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the FOI Advisor at the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations regional office.
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POIRIER PAINTING ASK ABOUT OUR INTERIOR SPECIALS. Residential / Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, WCB, Call Dan at 250-240-3528.
FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
COMPUTER TUTOR with lots of experience & patience. Senior rates available. Call Joyce at 250-248-5914.
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Parksville Community Centre 132 E. Jensen Avenue Parksville, BC
WAYNE’S HAUL-AWAY. Will haul away unwanted whatever. Also, small engine repair. Bondable. 250-752-1639.
COMPUTER SERVICES
CRAFT FAIRS
Saturday November 14 10am– 4pm
Dan’s Clean-up & Haul Away Service. Truck for hire. Call Dan @ 250-228-3364
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BUYDENS COMPUTERS PC Repair & Personal Tutoring. Call Kevin @ 250-240-7372.
Fax resumes to: 250-752-7566.
CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS www.localworkbc.ca
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Call Tami (250)240-4119
Bergen Farms to start February, 2016. 40 60 hrs/wk $10.49/hr. Work includes planting, weeding, pruning, harvesting fruit, and other farm work. Work is outdoors in all weather conditions & physically demanding.
CRAFT FAIRS
Serving Oceanside since 1977 Islandflyfishing@gmail.com
SANDICLEAN Services are looking for clients in the Parksville/Qualicum/Nanoose area. Call Sandi at 250-248-3321.
LABOURERS
ART/MUSIC/DANCING
OUTBOARD MECHANIC WANTED- rigging experience an asset. Email resumes to: accounting@ campbellriverboatland.com or phone: 250-286-0752.
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LOST AND FOUND LOSTREWARD! Silver bracelet w/round brass ends that overlap when closed. Great Sentimental value. If found please call 250-9540809.
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Thursday, November November 12, 12, 2015, 2015 The Thursday, TheParksville ParksvilleQualicum QualicumBeach BeachNews News
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
FURNITURE
APARTMENT/CONDO
OFFICE/RETAIL
STORAGE
AUTO SERVICES
APPROXIMATELY 400 Rooms of High End, 5 Star, Hotel Furnishings avail.Each Room sold with either 2 Queen Headboards OR 1 King Headboard & includes:2 Bedside-2 door, tables c/w glass tops, 2 Brass Table Lamps,1 Dresser, 3 drawers & 1 door c/w glass top, 1 Mirror, 3 framed pictures,2 Upholstered Arm Chairs,1 Round Pedestal Table c/w glass top,1 Desk c/w glass top, 1 Brass Floor Lamp, Upholstered Bench . Avail to preview in Surrey call 604-371-1190 OR Email buyit@activeauctionmart.com for pricing details and to book your room purchases.
MUST SELL in Parksville nearly new 1 king size Sealy Posturpedic Pillow-Top mattress & box spring (bedding & duvet incl) $800. obo, 1 coffee table/cocktail table $400. obo, 1 oak adjustable round dinette table w/3 chairs $300. obo All in exc. cond. Call 604-992-3938.
HOBBIES & CRAFTS GRINSHEEP FIBRE Productions. Felting, spinning, knitting & weaving supplies. Tues Sat., 1 - 5 or by appt. 250-2486306. grinsheep@gmail.com
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
SCHWINN ELLIPTICAL A45, as new. $375 firm. Cash only. Call (250)738-0469.
Clean, Quiet, Secure Senior Oriented Elevator Community Room Wait List Available
Call 250-248-9322 PARKSVILLE CONDO2 bdrms, 1 bath, shared laundry. Close to downtown. $850/mo inclds water & cable. Call 250951-3989. PARKSVILLE: EMERALD Estates, 1 bdrm, 1 bath condo with walk in shower. Call Val (250)752-6926 for more info.
RENTALS
MODULAR HOMES COOMBS- RENT To Own, 14’x68’, newly reno’d, all new flooring/windows. Call (250)248-2973.
WHISKEY CREEK area: Older ‘A’ frame house, 3 bdrm, shared acreage. Woodstove, new paint, laminate floors. Long term. $875. Dec. 1 or sooner. Ref’s. (250)954-1355.
OFFICE/RETAIL
APARTMENT/CONDO 3 bed ,2 bath 2nd story condo above Sears. appr 1600 sq ft . would suit working or retired couple, kids ok, pets neg. NON smoking, secure video monitored entrance. large updated kitchen, nook and dining areas, in suite laundry. see pics on kijiji. long term $1400
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PARKSVILLE LEGION avail. for any function. Coffee, lunches optional. Call Laura for availability 250-248-5633.
Retail / Professional Location for Lease in Qualicum Beach. 865 sq.ft. good exposure on Beach Road. Phone 250 248 6504
in our area.
RV PADS QUIET ADULT setting in Coombs, close to amenities. Fenced, w/deck, storage shed, parking for 1 vehicle. Includes cable/metered hydro. Will fit up to 30’ rig. $400/mth long term. Call 250-586-1372 .
SHARED ACCOMMODATION “WANTED� TWO PERSONS to share 3 bedroom rancher that has been totally remodeled inside and outside. Could be a couple, single mother with a child, two women, man & woman or seniors. Downtown Qualicum Beach & walking distance to everything! Drive by 175 4th Ave W. and take a look! If interested. Phone Barrie @ 250-816-1946. A dog is allowed if in the rental agreement & you agree to pay for any damage that the dog does immediately.You can move in right away and start your payment Dec 1st.
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Annual Fall Country Antique Sale
ANGEL ESTATE SALES:
Saturday, November 14th (9am-3pm) 981 Eaglecrest Drive, Qualicum Beach
Liquidation Warehouse EVERYDAY 10am - 4pm Find FREE hidden object daily!
Including:
Collectibles, Antiques, Etc.
Something for Everyone! 1824 Alberni Hwy, Coombs
MOVING SALE 109 NOONDAY ROAD BOWSER, BC 9-3pm, Sept 14 & 15 Furniture, tools, garden equipment... Everything Must Go!
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Tree Services
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Fleamarket 975 Shearme Rd. Nov. 15th .... 8:30 - 11:30 AM “Moving the Thrift Store - Liquidation Sale� Vancouver Island Workability Society. 2298 Northwest Bay Rd. Nanoose Bay. Nov 12,13 & 14 (9-4) In preparation for this new venture, everything is being liquidated in 3 days! Every nook & cranny is full! Parksville- 240 James St. Sat (8-4) Estate Sale! Furniture, tools, household, bedroom suite, 265 landscape blocks, walkers/aids for elderly ppl & lots more! QUALICUM- 1020 Miraloma Dr. (Chartwell). Saturday, Nov 14, 8-11am. Some Christmas stuff jewelry, household and nic-knacks
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PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
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REAL ESTATE MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
STUDIO SPACE in Parksville & Qualicum Beach for mid-day or late evening events. Great facilities for individual workouts or group classes of: Dance, Tai Chi, Qigong, or Karate. Call 250-752-3813 for more details.
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MAINTENANCE
FRIGIDAIRE FRIDGE/freezer sxs, ice & water, 22cu ft, clean, works great, $150. Vintage laundry press, works great, $300. Kodak slide projector, $50. (250)752-2343.
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The Silver Spur Riding Club returns to the streets of Parksville this Sunday, November 15 for its 24th annual Equestrian Christmas Toy Ride. Club members ride seasonally decorated horses from the Ballenas Secondary School parking lot to the Society of Organized Services (SOS) Thrift Shop downtown to donate gifts for needy children. Spectators are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy and place it in the riders’ saddlebags or the wagon that follows the route. Items for teens are particularly badly needed, SOS staff added. Between 40 and 50 riders are expected to participate beginning at noon at Ballenas. They will ride east on Morison Avenue to McMillan Street before turning up the hill to the SOS shop. After stopping to drop off their gifts and enjoy a brief lunch break provided by Thrifty Foods, many of the riders will follow the wagon to Stanford Place Care Centre (via McMillan, Jensen and Craig streets) to visit with residents and pick up more donated gifts. The return route to Ballenas will follow Craig, Jensen, Hirst and Pym, and spectators and residents are welcome to donate gifts anywhere along the route. For more info, visit www.silnews file photo verspurridingclub.org. More than 40 riders have taken part in the Silver Spur Toy — Submitted by Silver Spurs Ride in recent years. Watch for them Sunday.
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With the playoffs on the horizon, the Ballenas Whalers senior football team had their match against the Barsby Bulldogs cancelled last weekend, looking to get enough players back and healthy in their lineup. Having dealt with injuries all season, the battered senior team’s game was cancelled ahead of their first round playoff game against the Langley Saints this Friday. The Whalers could see three players back in the lineup that have been missing for some time. Steve Martin, Austen Hunt and Matt Price, who went down in the first regular season game of the year, could all be back for their opening-round game against the Saints. “If we can get them back, that would be huge,” linebacker Brody Seselja said. “Nothing is for sure but it would be a big boost for the team if we got all three of them back.” • ON THE JUNIOR SIDE: the junior Whalers are getting ready to host their first “home game” of the playoffs against Robert Bateman (Abbotsford). They will play at Merle Logan field in Nanaimo this Thursday, kickoff time at 12:30 p.m. “It’s our home away from home,” junior
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coach Jeremy Conn said. “We’re happy we’ve got home-field advantage for the first two rounds of the playoffs.”
“Confidence is knowing your battleground, we’ve won there before and we don’t have far to travel, unlike our oppo-
nent, so we’re very excited. We’re very strong in every phase of the game, I’m proud of this team and I’m excited to go into competition with them.” Going through their regular season unbeaten, the junior Whalers look to continue their hot streak behind QB Ben Robinson and their explosive offence. “Being on the turf allows us to open things up,” Conn said. “Which can be a lot of fun for a team. As I learn more and more about the talent we have, I’m tweaking little things in terms of what we’re doing on the field and we’ve done a fantastic job of adapting to the other teams we’ve played against. But the main thing for us, as it has been all season long, is fundamentals.” “Make sure we take care of the basics and getting everyone on board to do their job out there. If we can do that, we’ll be in a good position to come away with a win.” This marks the first time the Whalers will square off against Robert Bateman at the junior level, but they know the history of the program. “We’ve seen them at the senior level before,” Conn said. “Football is getting better at all levels, we know about their program and we’ve played them once at the senior level before. They have lots of talented kids in their program but we feel we’ve got a good team ourselves. We’ll find out who wants it more.”
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Michaels University School, Victoria. With the top three teams in the tournament headed to provincials, the Kondors had a berth, it was only a matter of position. In the end, the Kondors found themselves on the losing end of a tight 2-1 game against the Blue Devils from Victoria. “I’m very proud of these boys,” head coach Butch Gayton said. “We were able to do lots of good things this season leading up to this tournament and to be able
to come through like we wanted to, we’re feeling very good about ourselves right now.” In pool play, the Kondors were up against Brentwood College in their first match on Monday. Daniel Doukakis opened the scoring for KSS as they finished 1-1. Game two Monday came against the Isfeld Ice (Comox). Jake Watson found the back of the net twice for the Kondors, fueling the offense in game two as they’d go on to win 2-1. “I thought we handled two
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Canadian auto TestFest fiesta a restyled little smart fortwo (it The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) has just completed finally has smooth shifting automatic TestFest, an annual four-day intensive transmission), a new Hyundai Sonata vehicle evaluation driving event. Hybrid with a no-compromise flatTestFest establishes core groundwork floor trunk, plus an all-new Honda for a thorough voting process that will Civic that’s wider, yet lighter and ultimately determine the 2016 Canadian claims outstanding fuel economy. Car of the Year, the 2016 Canadian Utility More than 80 auto The green utility entries come in a Vehicle of the Year, the 2016 Canadian diverse range of price and size. Honda media experts were Green Car and the 2016 Green Utility HR-V and Mazda CX-3 compete Vehicle of the Year. invited to do backhead-to-head in the affordable small This year more than 80 auto media to-back evaluations crossover utility segment. On the experts were invited to do back-toof the 122 new back evaluations of the 122 new other hand, a luxurious Porsche vehicles assembled at the Canadian Tire vehicles assembled Cayenne S E-Hybrid is sure to make Motorsport Park in Clarington, Ontario, the neighbors green with envy. The at the Canadian which is also a new staging location for mid-sized GMC Canyon pickup truck Tire Motorsport the event. is now available with an all-new fuelIn addition to its well-known high-speed Park in Clarington, efficient 2.8L I-4 Turbo Diesel engine. track, this racing facility was also able to Ontario. Finally yet importantly, Hyundai provided a low-speed handling course deserves a gutsy award for stepping-up Bob McHugh and, in my opinion, the best off-road and offering the very first hydrogen course in the history of the annual event. fueled fuel cell vehicle to Canadian As always, designated routes on public roads, specific buyers, in a dedicated front-drive version of Tucson, to the category of vehicle, were also incorporated. its compact crossover. Nine category winners, from TestFest, will be announced by AJAC on November 24 and the overall “Our program is testing‐based, and driven by data winners will be announced at 2016 auto shows in and weighted scoring,” said Justin Pritchard, CCOTY Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. Category entry co‐chair. “Dozens of experienced vehicle testers drive information, photos and some interesting dronedozens of vehicles, back to back, over several days. filmed videos taken at this year’s TestFest are already This testing process generates thousands of data viewable on the AJAC web site (ajac.ca) and all the points. We share every aspect of this test data online, compiled stats and voting details will follow later. so shoppers can see exactly how a given vehicle won More “green” vehicle entries, than in previous years, its category or how it stacked up to the category will allow the presentation of two awards (for both winner.” car and utility) at next year’s Vancouver Auto Show.
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The annual SEMA show in Las Vegas celebrates some of the craziest of car modifications and the most eye-catching new concept vehicles. The 2015 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show is no exception, with the continent’s best customizers again sharing their vivid imaginations made flesh . . . I mean metal. In recent years, the big mainstream auto manufacturers have increasingly participated, allowing their designers to let their hair down creatively. The modification business owes its existence to North America but now has now become a global industry believed to be worth $100 billion. The SEMA show is a chance for parts makers and custom shops to show their wares. It’s also a testing ground where the big guys can figure out if their wild ideas could go mainstream. Kia is drawing crowds with its exhibits, especially its open top A1A Optima, named after the famous Floridian coastal highway. It’s totally roofless and
features backwards-hinged doors – suicide doors in customizer parlance! One flight of fancy that will make it to market is the Red Rock Jeep Wrangler. Just 50 will go on sale as Jeep celebrates 50 years of its Easter Jeep Safari event. Toyota always unveils something fun and this year it truly ‘toys’ with those attending with its Tonka 4Runner concept. Toyota teamed with Funrise Toy Corporation, manufacturer of Tonka toys for Hasbro, to build a life-size Tonka SUV. It even has a pop-up tent on the roof. It joins the previously revealed Tonka Tundra fire truck. Other crowd pleasers include a Mazda Speedster concept based on the popular MX-5 Roaster, an all-aluminum design project called Aquarius from some independent American customizers, a bright orange motorcycle, a cute ice cream van and a weird wire dragster! keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca
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PICKS OF THE WEEK Robb’s Pick
Feature Pick
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2014 FORD F-150 SUPERCAB 4x4 This near new F-150 half ton will pull your RV with ease! Comes equipped with a twin turbo charged engine. 13,488 kms. Stock # 15341A
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2013 FORD EDGE
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Gently used crossover with 3 year and 50,000kms of warranty still left! Comfort and class combined with power and reliability.
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Smart people read the fine print. All loans are open loans that can be paid out early without penalty. Prices and payments are plus applicable taxes and administration of $399.00. Bi-weekly payments calculated at 5.99% with 20% cash or trade as a down payment, other configurations available OAC. Stock number, term and total obligation are: Stock #16036A - 84 mo - $31,149.64, Stock #15303A - 84 mo - $28,453.39, Stock #15345A - 84 mo - $32,074.23, Stock #93660 - 84 mo - $25,786.59, Stock #15341- 84 mo - $31,255.64.
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