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Robin Ellis, Cedar Skate Park Association director, left, gives Vicki Suddaby, chairwoman, her first ride on a skate board as Derek Altmannshofer and Lawson Wallace stand by on Walsh Road, near the location for a new skate park in Cedar. The facility will be built next to Cedar Community School in 2013, after the province announced $439,000 for the project Thursday.

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Nanaimo school district is about to go wireless. Steve Sproston, the district’s information systems manager, said staff are installing wireless Internet access in all secondary schools this year and plan to extend wireless access to elementary schools next year. “Our hope is by September, all secondary schools will have wifi coverage,” he said. “This is a first step in a three- to five-year plan. On its own, it’s a vast improvement over what we had.” A handful of schools already have wireless, but the move means teachers in all schools will soon be able to bring personal tablets and laptop computers into classrooms to incorporate webbased resources into lessons. Along with the Wi-Fi access, network infrastructure upgrades will boost security and allow staff to monitor and maintain the network centrally, detect some faults before they become a bigger problem and even fix some problems remotely – right now if there is a problem, staff have to travel to the school and diagnose problems manually, Sproston said. “Instead of having to react, we can be proactive,” he said. ◆ See ‘COMPUTER’ /4

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Skateboarders will have to practise their ollies, tailslides and kickflips as a provincial grant of more than $439,000 ensures a skatepark is coming to Cedar. The government awarded the Regional District of Nanaimo close to $600,000 Thursday for three projects, including the Cedar Skate and Bike Park to be built on a portion of Cedar Community Secondary School property. The money is through the $30-million Community Recreation Program.

“Do you have any idea how long I’ve waited to hear that?” said Vicki Suddaby, Cedar Skate Park Association chairwoman, when she heard the news. “Oh my, there is a God.” The $625,000 project, more than 10 years in the making, needed all funding in place before the Nanaimo school district would OK the use of the land. “We got the kids to write letters and people signed petitions proving there was community and business support for the park,” said Suddaby. Along with the government grant, the RDN is contributing $139,000, and the association

has nearly $47,000 in community donations. “I’m just happy for the kids in Cedar,” said Suddaby. “There’s lots of organized recreation, but there isn’t a place where they can just hang out. It doesn’t matter what time of day you’re driving through Cedar, you can always see someone on a bike or skateboard.” Nanaimo has a skatepark at May Richards Bennett Pioneer Park in the city’s northend and a skatebowl behind the Nanaimo Curling Centre. Ladysmith also has a skatepark, but there’s nothing close to Cedar. ◆ See ‘PROJECT’ /4

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Seniors and their family members are getting lost in the bureaucracy of the health-care system and having difficulty accessing the care and support they need. They are struggling to get the information, said Doug Routley, Nanaimo-North Cowichan NDP MLA. “The problem is there is no central authority,” he said. Routley was a panelist during an aging and seniors’ issues roundtable organized by the NDP Wednesday evening at the Harewood Activity Centre. Other panelists included: Jean Crowder, Nanaimo-Cowichan NDP MP; Nanaimo MLA Leonard Krog; Kim Slater, vice-chairman of the Vancouver Island Association of Family Councils; Ruth Matson, coordinator of the senior peer counselling program for Nanaimo Family Life; and John Horn, City of Nanaimo social planner. Joan Ryan, executive director of the Nanaimo Lifeline Program, said more communication and education is needed to help get health-care information to seniors. More information must be provided to seniors about the differences between types of longterm care and home-care support programs, she said. “We struggle on ways to get the information to the people who most need the information,” she said, adding that one of the most difficult tasks is communicating with seniors living in isolation. “They aren’t going online to get information and they don’t have those skills and don’t have computers,” she said. Matson said about 10 per cent of seniors in Nanaimo require longterm care and the other 90 per cent are struggling to access services to age in their homes. She said more support is needed for outreach programs. “The other 90 per cent can slip through the cracks as their issues exist below the threshold required to get support from many agencies,” she said. “Many seniors merely cope with shrinking resources and diminishing services while doing their best to age

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Aging roundtable panelists Jean Crowder, Nanaimo-Cowichan NDP MP, right, John Horn, City of Nanaimo social planner, centre, and Nanaimo NDP MLA Leonard Krog listen as audience members share their thoughts on the issues seniors face navigating the health-care system and services in their community.

gracefully in place.” For Nanaimo resident Heather Fredericks, navigating the system to learn about home-care services for her parents has been a time consuming experience and she receives inconsistent information from different government health organizations. Information must be more easily accessible and clear to gain access

to services, she said. “I need to know how much care is available for my parents,” said Fredericks. “They need to have seniors’ care come to them.” Other forum participants suggested seniors need more affordable housing, improved transportation options, the driver-reexamination test needs to change, medications must be more afford-

More opportunity for input on seniors’ issues Community members can provide more input into seniors care in the province at an upcoming discussion this Thursday. Barry Avis, Parksville-Qualicum NDP candidate, is hosting a public discussion on seniors’ care in B.C. at McGirr Elementary School Thursday (March 29) from 7-9 p.m. Katrine Conroy, Opposition Critic for Seniors’ Care, will also attend. The event features a screening of the documentary The Remaining Light. Seniors interested in sharing their thoughts about city planning can attend the City of Nanaimo’s Corporate Strategic Plan discussion on Saturday (March 31) from 10 a.m. to noon at Oliver Woods Community Centre. Pre-registration is encouraged. For more information please call 250-755-4406.

able and the government needs to standardize care in long-term facilities. Horn said municipalities need to engage community members in planning to create communities that serve seniors’ needs as they age and face situations such as mobility issues. “We need to look at neighbourhoods and how we can create more density,” he said. The majority of Nanaimo is built as single-family homes with central malls, instead of local grocery stores and shops serving people’s needs. But as the population continues to age, city layout will be more problematic, Horn said. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

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◆ From /1 Access to computers varies from school to school – some have computers in classrooms, others only in labs. Sproston said the upgrades will enable teachers to bring their own laptops in to connect with a projector, but the long-term goal is to provide the technology. “Our progress further is a function of the budget,” he said.

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◆ From /1 “It’s tough for the kids to get all the way out to north Nanaimo,” said Suddaby. “Lots of parents have to work.” She said Cedar’s park will be different. “We want it to be Cedar’s park, not a copy of something else,” she said. Tom Osborne, general manager of recreation and parks with the RDN, said the next step is to formalize a landuse agreement with the school district and then begin the construction design phase. “The conceptual design is all done, the geo-tech work has been completed and we have to get it tender-ready,” he said. A s fo r a t i m e l i n e, Osborne said the RDN OSBORNE needs to plan for all three projects that received funding, including park upgrades in Bowser and Qualicum. “It’s great news for the communities the funding is going to, but we are obviously going to have to prioritize work plans for the staff involved to see these things through,” he said. “They’re all No. 1 priorities we’ll be working through the coming year.” Suddaby said the sooner the better for her, but she realizes there is a process to be followed. “There’s a lot of pre-work that needs to be done. We’d be lucky to break ground this year,” she said. “We’re probably looking at next year.” news@nanaimobulletin.com

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The Regional District of Nanaimo’s policy of encouraging growth in the urban centres appears to be working. The latest population figures from Statistics Canada show urban centres in the RDN growing at a much faster pace than more rural areas. The change was dramatic, says RDN chairman Joe Stanhope.

“If you look at the total municipal population change in the last census, it showed the growth was 7.4 per cent and now it’s 6.4 per cent, with Nanaimo and Parksville leading the way,” he said. “In the electoral areas, the growth was 14.3 per cent in the last census and 4.5 per cent now, so they’ve lost ground to the municipalities.” That’s good news, he said, as the RDN growth strategy is to

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a 23 per cent growth rate in the late 1980s. Overall, the population of the RDN increased by 7,943 people, more than half of which (4,618) was within the boundaries of the City of Nanaimo. Parksville grew by 984 more residents, while the Coombs, Hilliers and Errington region saw 742 more people or 11.1 per cent.

Only Lantzville and Gabriola Island (and surrounding islands) saw their population drop over the census period, with Lantzville dipping 1.6 per cent and Gabriola losing 0.1 per cent of its population. Electoral Area E, which includes Nanoose Bay, saw a 3.9 per cent increase in population. editor@nanaimobulletin.com

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New diploma launched at VIU in online learning BY MARILYN ASSAF

Vancouver Island University is offering an exciting new opportunity for teachers and those holding a bachelor of education degree. The university’s board of governors approved an innovative graduate diploma program in online learning and teaching. The two-year, part-time, online program trains students to use existing and emergent technologies to optimize online learning and teaching opportunities for a range of diverse learners. Areas of study include social networking, cloud computing, open educational resources, online communication, mobile learning and educational gaming along with pedagogical and research-based foundations for best practice in online learning and teaching. “Technology changes so quickly,” said Mary O’Neill of VIU’s faculty of education. “One of our goals is to model best-practice teaching and engage today’s new Web 2.0 tools and current technologies to support student success.” Faculty, graduates, practising teachers and distance-learning partners are excited about the new program. Distance-learning is one of B.C.’s educational growth areas and teachers with expertise in this area are in demand. Certified distance-learning teachers can expect to find employment in a variety of educational and training schools and other online learning organizations locally, nationally and internationally, said O’Neill. “The B.C. Ministry of Education has mandated that distance-learning teachers attain certification in this challenging field and VIU is responding to that directive,” she added.

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Forum explores fair tax system Citizens can explore what a fair and workable taxation system should look like at an upcoming town hall meeting and workshop. Economist Bob Ages will outline the basics of taxation, what it is, why we have it, the different kinds and how they work, followed by a brief question and answer session. Small breakout groups will then explore the purposes, underlying principles and tax tools that might be best for B.C. and Canada. The free workshop, sponsored by NanaimoNorth Cowichan NDP MLA Doug Routley, happens Thursday (March 29) 7 p.m. at Vancouver Island University in Bldg. 355, Rm. 211. For more information, please contact Dyan Dunsmoor-Farley at ddfarley@shaw.ca or Bernie Jones at bj@ communitydeveloping. ca.

News Bulletin earns honours In addition to our previously announced status as finalists for Best Holiday Edition and Best Sports Coverage, the News Bulletin is a Blue Ribbon winner for general excellence in the Canadian Community Newspaper Association’s annual awards. News Bulletin reporter Toby Gorman is also a finalist in the Best Business Writing category of the B.C. and Yukon Community Newspaper Association’s Ma Murray awards.

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Donovan Parnell, left, visiting from Vancouver, is presented with a MP3 player/amplifier by David Koppe and Inder Gill of Jobfest 2012 for guessing the right answer in a Jobfest career trivia game Thursday. Jobfest was created through the B.C. Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation. It uses interactive games, presenters, guest speakers and other tools to deliver labour market information to young people and get them to explore career opportunities. Nanaimo’s Diana Krall Plaza was the first stop in the program’s provincewide tour. To learn more about Jobfest 2012, please visit the program website at www.jobfest2012.ca.

The Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation is looking for stakeholder feedback from the city’s tourism sector. The corporation is hosting a Nanaimo Business Count forum Tuesday (March 27) from noon to 2 p.m. at its 104 Front St. office Tourism is Nanaimo’s third largest industry, and NEDC is searching for feedback on the business challenges, obstacles and opportunities tourism companies feel are critical to their advancement and expansion within the city. That information will be used to support advocacy, legislative change and marketing initiatives to drive the future of the tourism industry. Susan Cudahy, corporation CEO, said economic development is not just about attracting new business, but also supporting the advancement and expansion of those businesses. In Nanaimo there are 312 businesses in the accommodation and food service sectors, accounting for 5.38 per cent of all businesses. For more information or to register, please call 250-591-1551 or e-mail katie.ferland@investnanaimo.com.

Gathering opens eyes for First Nation youth BY RACHEL STERN

The sessions are a lot of help and offer information he’ll use. Although he’s undecided as to what Damian Boyd’s voice was one of business he’ll operate, he’d like to many aboriginal voices layering explore the possibility of a skateupon one another, creating a har- board shop. mony of conversations that resoMore than 1,400 youth and chapernated through the Vanones attended the confercouver Island Conference ence, aimed at aboriginal Centre Thursday. youth ages 14-24. Boyd, 15, is a member of The 10th annual conferthe Kluskus First Nation ence was presented by and travelled from Kamthe B.C. Association of loops to attend the GatherAboriginal Friendship ing Our Voices: A GeneraCentres and Nanaimo’s tion on the Move AborigiTillicum Lelum Friendnal Youth Conference held ship Centre. in Nanaimo March 20-23. Rikki Wylie, a youth Boyd, a second-time worker at Tillicum Lelum, BOYD conference participant, said the event gets bigger dreams of becoming an every year and is huge entrepreneur. compared to the inaugural confer“My future plan is to start a busi- ence. ness,” he said. “Youth are what’s important and The workshops on small business they are the ones here to shine,” creation were particularly appeal- said Wylie. ing to him. Gathering Our Voices offered sevTHE NEWS BULLETIN

eral workshops to aid in personal development, create cultural connections, environmental activism, entrepreneurships, healthy nutrition and sexual health and dealing with conflict during tough times and more. There was also a talent show highlighting aboriginal artists in various mediums. Wylie said there aren’t a ton of aboriginal artists First Nation youth can see in mainstream media, so the talent show is a great opportunity to see the range of performers. “They see how talented people are and the gifts people have and it gives them something to aspire to,” he said. Wylie has participated in previous conferences as an attendee, but said it was a different experience to view it as a chaperone and organizer. For first time conference attendee Jedney Davis, 14, of the Blueberry River First Nation, who travelled from Fort St. John, the event offered him an opportunity to expe-

rience new things. “It’s very exciting,” said Davis. When he returns home, he plans to share what he’s learned with his family, friends and community. Aboriginal youth under the age of 25 represent more than half of the First Nation population in Canada, according to the March 2008 Horizons publication by the Government of Canada Policy Research Initiative. The publication, Hope or Heartbreak: Aboriginal Youth and Canada’s Future, discussed the need for government to focus attention on aboriginal youth issues. Researchers found that current public attention is preoccupied with the baby boomer generation and the growing aboriginal population has “flown under the radar” for a number of years but strategies must be developed to address the needs of the “rapidly growing aboriginal youth population”. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

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Seniors need access to helpp If you don’t know where to turn for help, or can’t navigate the maze of bureaucracy to get to the right person, it’s going to be difficult to access assistance. Unfortunately, that’s exactly the paradox many seniors face as they age. Just as a significant and growing portion of our population’s need for help and support increases, so does their difficulty in getting it. That message was clearly articulated from the floor this week at an NDPorganized roundtable discussion on aging issues. It’s hardly a new issue – seniors and seniors’ advocates have related the problem for years. Nonetheless, the problem persists. And it’s worsening, particularly with the first wave of baby boomers already into official seniorhood. Whatever efforts have been made at the local, provincial and federal levels to address the conundrum, seniors remain more or less unable to access help when it’s needed. And by then, the original issue is more often than not further exacerbated by the delay caused in the attempt to navigate the labyrinth toward accessing help. What’s to be done? First and foremost, every community needs to invest in seniors’ advocacy. That investment might be through financial assistance or simply providing space and resources to assist existing advocates – Nanaimo has several spread through different volunteer and non-profit organizations – in co-ordinating and unifying their efforts. Once that’s accomplished, the availability of that co-ordinated resource – aimed primarily at directing people in the right direction, if they can’t solve the issue then and there – must be made widely known throughout the community. The help is usually already available at some level of the system, people just need someone to direct the traffic. The Nanaimo News Bulletin is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

Sleepwalking to new NDP leadership BY GEORGE MORTIMORE

Remember Polish jokes? Dumb jokes lampooned immigrants’ troubles in navigating a new homeland, and maybe I’m doing exactly that. I’m talking about dumb-oldcodger jokes, although I haven’t heard any so far. Probably the youngsters are too polite to crack them. According to a popular figure of speech, oldies are immigrants to the realm of electronic technology. Kids are the native citizens. Therefore seniors could suffer the same ridicule the Polish people endured. Some seniors of my acquaintance refuse computers, and others, like me, skim along the surface of the electronic world and do not own any handheld gadgets. I can’t help pondering my electronic status as I wrestle with thoughts of today’s vote for the federal NDP leadership, which really is the first major political e-event in this part of the world. About 131,000 NDP members will be able to vote online or, perhaps less likely, by mail. For me it is a dream-like process, far removed from logic. Each candidate’s bodylanguage, cut of the jaw, tone of voice and policies enunciated on the Internet all melt together into some kind of political porridge, from which I am

asked to spoon out samples and judge them in order of merit. In the light of reason it can’t be done, but thousands of people are doing it anyway, groping toward a decision like inspired sleepwalkers. Some onlookers may see the deciding factors in the choice of a chief to be a fluent, persuasive presence and an overall sense of calm, superior strength. But the record of political change casts doubt on that standard of judgement. Father Arizmendi, the priest who sparked the awakening and rise to prosperity of the povertystricken Basque region of Spain, created the Mondragon co-operative federation. He was a lacklustre speaker devoid of the charisma leaders are supposed to have. But he was the right man for the time, and his inventive thoughts were in tune with the mood and the talents of the people in the region. Putting the co-op ideal to work in a practical revamp of Canada’s political economy seems the right move for the present time of uncertainty and threatened economic breakdown. It is a formidable ideal – economic democracy, one person, one vote, any profits divided between co-op workermembers and the well-being of the community.

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It isn’t pie in the sky; it’s the guiding strategy for tens of thousands of people who signed on to it, and it could work for us. That’s the main reason why I’m inclined to favour NDP leadership candidate Brian Topp, who combines political organizing skill with a creative trade-union background, and seems receptive to strengthen faltering factories by turning them into worker-owned co-operatives. If Thomas Mulcair should win and persist in supporting a North American Free Trade Agreement which trashes Canadian environmental laws, his colleagues have shown the courage it will require to make him change his views. All candidates (including 30-year-old Niki Ashton, probably the best-organized thinker among the seven) offer political-economic plans that seem testable, flexible and integrated. Such planning makes nonsense of the outdated image of a left-to-right political scale. That is my thought as I ramble through the current sleepwalking political process, hoping to avoid becoming the target of a dumb-oldie joke.

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– G.E. Mortimore is a Langfordbased writer and regular columnist with the Goldstream News Gazette.

‘For me it is a dream-like process, far removed from logic.’

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Real climbers mitigate inherent risk To the Editor, Re: Rock climber survives ffall from clifff, March 22. It is unfortunate that a young girl fell from a cliff, but very fortunate she survived to tell the tale. While there is risk with rock climbing as there is with most sports, if done properly there is very little risk. My wife and I took a belay course at the Romper Room last summer and in this course, you are taught how to properly tie the knots on the rope and attach your store-bought harness prop-

erly to the rope and to your body. You don’t get to climb on the wall unless you pass the course and are knowledgeable about the proper etiquette and rules of the gym, which make the sport much safer than it would be without the rules and safety measures and proper equipment. Outdoor climbing can be just as safe and exciting, and our son is a world-class climber and practises these safety measures as well. Looking at the photo of the harness in the article,

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The young girl was not rock climbing, she was just climbing rocks with a friend.

it is just a jumble of ropes, whereas a real harness is made from stiff materials and is completely different.

I agree that in a rescue/ emergency situation, one can make a hand-made harness. Just playing around and making your own is not only dangerous, but also gives a bad name to the sport itself. Rock climbing is fun and exciting and the best way to start is to take the course at a certified location and outfit yourself with proper gear. As far as I am concerned, the young girl was not rock climbing, she was just climbing rocks with a friend. Fred McRae Nanaimo

Readers respond: Feedback on news items Non-essential costs need to be reduced To the Editor, Re: Council adopts budget, March 17. I would like to know how much of our property taxes are spent on the essentials: roads, sewer, water, police, fire, street lights, etc. I would then like to know how much is spent on nonessential ventures like all the tax money and tax breaks given to the Port Theatre, E&N Rail line, associations, nonprofit groups and so forth. Your news story says we’ll see a tax increase of $74.41 this year on the average $350,000 home, as the city increases our taxes by four per cent so it can have an operating budget of $160 million. Considering taxes went up roughly the same last year and seem to be going up every year, I’m wondering what nonessential services could be cut back, since my salary remains the same year after year and I am losing buying power with everything constantly rising. Can’t someone among all those 48 people at city hall making over $100,000 a year and the politicians we vote for make cuts to help those of us they’re supposed to serve? Frank Mendelson Nanaimo

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Council disappoints by reversing decision To the Editor, Re: Council backtracks on exploring Linley funding, March 15. On Feb. 27, Nanaimo council passed a motion made by Coun. Bill Bestwick. It asked staff to investigate and report back about all possibilities for protecting potential parkland/sensitive ecosystems (other than outright purchase) by

consulting experts on this matter. The motion was in response to a group seeking to protect Linley Valley West. At the next council meeting of March 12, Coun. Bill McKay sought to revisit the motion of two weeks before. After being assured by staff there was a mechanism for this, he was able to again make the motion. In spite of very reasoned arguments by Couns. Fred Pattje and Jim Kipp, this time the motion failed. It is disappointing that city councillors have not seen fit to educate themselves about alternative methods of protecting sensitive ecosystems and habitat. Linley Valley West is only one example of land that may be desirable for protection in the future. Barbara Hourston Nanaimo

Robocall scandal an affront to democracy To the Editor, Re: Growing concern over federal election fraud, Letters, March 15. The robocall scandal is more than just ‘politics as usual.’ It’s an affront to the basic

tenets of democracy, where citizens have the right to a free and fair election. It’s an affront to the law, where suppression of the vote is a criminal act. And it’s an affront to the Canadian citizen, who expects their government to be run in a forthright and honest manner. To represent us rather than deceive us. While many on the right are trying to paint this story as ‘politics as usual,’ we will only know the truth when all the facts come out. Ian Brodie, Stephen Harper’s former chief of staff from 2006 to 2008, was recently quoted in an e-mail sent to the Globe and Mail where he suggested that the scandal was potentially much larger than previously believed. In reference to the scandal, he stated, “the genie was out of the bottle,” that the robocall effort could potentially be “a national effort at subterfuge.” When this is coming from Harper’s former right-hand man, alarm bells should be ringing. I hope further inquiry gets to the bottom of this, so that voter suppression doesn’t become ‘politics as usual.’ David Geselbracht Nanaimo

Lights valuable for community safety, citizens To the Editor, Re: Stargazers push for dark skies, March 20. Perhaps the Nanaimo Dark Sky Project should look a little deeper at what they are talking about. Many streets in Nanaimo do not have sidewalks and those of us who don’t drive are forced to walk on the road allowance. Even in daylight we have to avoid cars, so with no streetlights it will be safer to stay home. Many of our seniors are afraid to walk the streets at night even with lights due to the number of violent youths on the streets. This will certainly put a stop to a majority of our seniors not walking the streets to get home or to the store. Speak to the school boards about the vandalism committed at night around our schools incurring a cost to us, the taxpayers. Having been in a suburb of Detroit called Farmington Hills, a city the author likes to comment on, there are no streetlights at all as the citizens complain of the tax cost. In that city you don’t see anyone walking on the streets at night. In a number of cities in the world, a one-night project of no lights was held and allegedly no or few crimes were committed. One night and 365 nights is a big difference and is comparing apples and oranges. FBI statistics of 27.9 per cent of crimes happening at night is a terribly high percentage to even think about turning off the lights. Perhaps Garland Coulson would consider turning off the lights on his car as he drives from home to Westwood Lake as a start to eliminating light pollution. Having lights on at night is the price of doing business in this day and age, helping to stop accidents, vandalism, assaults, break and enters plus various other crimes too numerous to mention. Coulson should speak to the local RCMP and see what the truth is about nighttime crime in Nanaimo, never mind about American cities. If you wish to see the nightly constellation, drive out to the country and enjoy the view. This would have a double effect – lack of noise pollution as well. C.J. Southgate Nanaimo

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Pleasure craft operator competency requirements are now a reality in Canada. As of 2009, all boat operators are required to carry proof of competency such as the Pleasure Craft Operator Card. The PCOC â&#x20AC;&#x201C; also known as known as a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;boater licenceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is not actually a licence, but proof of boating competency. All power boaters regardless of age, engine horsepower or size of boat, need a Pleasure Craft Operator Card. Children between the ages of eight and 12 can operate a vessel with up to a 10hp engine unsupervised. Children between the ages of 13-15 can operate a vessel with up to a 40hp engine unsupervised. No one under the age of 16 can operate a personal water craft. Whoever is operating the vessel will need to have their Pleasure Craft Operator Card or else risk a possible fine. Canadian boaters caught without the card risk a $250 fine. Those who have taken a boating safety course prior to April 1, 1999 will not be required to take another course or test. A copy of a certificate or a card issued at the completion of courses taken prior to April 1, 1999 will need

to be carried on board the pleasure craft. In 2011, Transport Canada raised the requirements for getting a Pleasure Craft Operator Card to improve boating safety in Canada. Students using an Inter-

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Safe boating practices develop with experience

Learning to boat or sail is similar to learning to drive an automobile. Neither happens overnight. Learning to get around on the water can be exciting, but it can also be intimidating to take the helm of a boat for the first time. Though beginners might be apprehensive when they first start to boat or sail, there are some tips that can make it a little easier for those new to captaining their own ship. Start small – Much like teenagers learning to drive are often

more comfortable lear ning behind the wheel of a compact car, boating beginners might be more comfortable learning to sail on a small boat. Smaller boats are easier to manoeuvre, making even the most nervous novice a little more comfortable. Choose calm waters in which to practise – Though boating accidents in Canada have declined in the last few years, accident statistics illustrate just how dangerous it can be even for fully licensed and experienced sailors to operate a boat.

That said, beginners should always practise in calm waters that don’t boast big waves or lots of fellow boaters. This gives beginners the chance to learn the feel of the boat without the added pressure of handling choppy waters or traffic. Read the weather reports – Veteran boaters struggle with inclement weather from time to time, so beginners should expect to struggle with adverse conditions as well. But don’t be caught off guard by bad weather. Always check

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Nanaimo News Bulletin 17

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More to anchoring than drop and hope

Boat anchoring is an important skill to learn and one that can offer peace of mind when enjoying the open water. Setting an anchor is more than dropping it and hoping for the best. There are tips that translate to good seamanship that also prevent risk of dragging an anchor or losing a boat in the current. The first step to properly anchoring a boat is ensuring the right equipment is in place. Choosing an anchor requires a little forethought. Different types of anchors should be prepared for all the situations a boater may encounter. The size and weight of the anchor will be influenced by a number of conditions including: the type of boat; size of the vessel; bottom surface where you intend to anchor; wind and wave conditions; and available anchor equipment on the boat. Generally, the larger the anchor, the more powerful the staying ability, especially if one has to ride out a storm. If a vessel can only accommodate one anchor, it’s best to choose the largest one that will fit in an anchor locker or can

be stored safely out of the way. To help increase holding power of the anchor, leave several feet of chain or warp between the anchor and the anchor line. Experts recommend it be at least the length of the boat. One of the common mistakes new skippers make is putting out too little scope when anchoring. Scope is the amount of anchor line put out when the boat is safely anchored. The scope should equal five- to seven-times the depth of the water at high tide, plus the height of the water line to the bow of the boat. When lowering the anchor, consider the direction of the wind, other vessels in the vicinity and the waves. Practise makes perfect when learning to properly anchor in different types of conditions. It is important to lay out the anchor chain by paying it out hand over hand so that it will eventually be laying out straight, as opposed to being in a big pile. Once the anchor has reached the seabed, a little reverse motion can help it hold and dig in.

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Few things can spoil a day at sea faster than a bout of seasickness. People from all walks of life can experience motion sickness, whether it occurs on the water, in a moving car or even on an amusement park ride. Those who have experienced it may avoid activities that spark symptoms or may be eager to find ways to prevent it in the future. Seasickness often occurs as a result of a conflict of bodily senses. A fluid-filled canal in the inner ear called the vestibular system controls a person’s sense of balance, telling the body that it is moving. When you are in an enclosed ship cabin or not paying attention to the moving ship around you, the ears will tell you that you are moving, but your eyes may advise the brain that you’re not. This conflict can cause your body to be out of balance and can also create dis-

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Many people assume that simply wearing a life-jacket or another personal flotation device is enough to provide adequate safety while enjoying activities on the water. But just as important as wearing the PFD, is that it fit properly. Selecting a life-jacket is not a one-size-fits-all scenario. Nor are all life-jackets suitable for all types of water sports and other marine activities. The amount of buoyancy the jacket provides is relative to the activity and the size of the person wearing the jacket. Furthermore, it is unwise to think that children can simply wear an adult life-jacket in a pinch. Life-jackets that are too small or too large can come off or ride up in the water. A jacket that rides up can end up rising over the mouth and nose, making breathing difficult. The proper fit of a life-jacket is one where the jacket is snug, but not suffocating. All of the zippers, ties, straps, snaps, and other connection points should

be correctly secured. Those who have experience in the water can test out the fit of a life-jacket by walking into the water up to the neck. After lifting up the legs and tilting the head back, the person should be able to float comfortably and not have to put any effort into staying above water. As well, the life-jacket shouldn’t obstruct the mouth. The person should also be able to swim easily on the back or side without restriction of the arms. Life-jackets for young children may have a flotation collar that helps to keep the head upright, as a child’s head tends to be his or her heaviest part of the body. In addition, there will likely be a strap that secures between the legs to prevent the vest from riding up. All life-jackets should be replaced when they start to fade to the colour of the inside label. This might be an indication the safety protection has started to deteriorate.

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Regular maintenance delays aging process Most boat owners want to maintain that fresh-fromthe-showroom look on their boat, even if the vessel is several years old. Detailing a boat on a regular basis is a way to ensure it is not compromised by the elements and continues to look pristine. The process is similar to detailing a car. It generally begins with giving the boat a good wash. Wood boats might need a different soap than fibreglass boats. There also are boat soaps that are organic and will not pollute the waterways where the boat is docked. Surface grime and any scaling on the hull from contact with salt water and marine life should be washed off. Use soft cloths on the delicate areas. Brushes can be used on troublesome spots that need a little more elbow grease. Immediately dry the boat afterward with a chamois. This will prevent the surface from streaking and

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Common-sense boating leads to enjoyable times Canadians are known for making the best of any situation, so when the ice thaws and hockey’s no longer an option, we take to the water for a different type of fun. With boating season fast approaching, here are some valuable tips: No jacket, no service – The law states you must have enough life-jackets onboard for every passenger, but remember it will only keep you afloat if you’re actually wearing it. Invest in today’s lightweight designs and your friends will be both comfortable and safe. Keep a clear head – As with your car, if you drink, don’t drive. X marks the spot – Respect your markers and avoid unfamiliar waters to prevent a collision or grounding. Don’t be a water hog – Respect ‘no wake’ zones by slowing down near other boats, docks, swimmers and anyone else enjoying the water.

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If you’re between the ages of 12 and 21 years old and have something to say about saving the planet, there’s a contest that can help you get started on a career in environmental journalism. This Earth Day (April 22), Canadian youth are asked to think about the health of the planet with some friendly competition through the national journalism contest Canada’s Next Green Journalist.

Hosted by Environmental Defence, through its Young Reporters for the Environment program, the contest is an opportunity for young people to publish an article, video or photo on environmental issues and solutions in their community that matter to them. “Today’s youth will be tomorrow’s politicians, activists and journalists,” said Stephanie Kohls, Young Reporters for the Environment spokeswoman. “No matter what they end up doing for a living, how they will vote, act and buy will have an impact on their environment. We want them to start thinking about that now.”

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Agility team doggone great Inbrief Gamblers title after 25 perfect runs. “We’ve been at this a long time,” said Moquin. “At 10 years old, Reign’s earned almost 50 titles in agility, flyball, obedience and herding.” Harold Smit also knows about dedication to the sport. He and his Australian kelpie, Edge, a dynamo on course, completed their 100th qualifying snooker run Sunday. With both regional and national trials taking place in Nanaimo this summer, Island handlers are looking to these local sanctioned events not just as a means of earning qualifying points, but also for practice. “It’s a way of exposing the dog to the different energy at a competition and for the handlers to learn how to deal with nervous energy,” said Janice McAllan, kennel club agility coordinator. Nerves don’t seem to affect Reign too much. At the end of the day a fun run, open to any dog and handler, had Moquin’s sevenyear-old daughter running the big Aussie through an obstacle course of tunnels and weave poles. They both performed perfectly. For more information on the Nanaimo Kennel Club, please go to www. nanaimokennelclub. ca.

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Teamwork, speed and agility were on trial at Beban Park last weekend with dog handlers and their canine companions vying for a coveted qualifying score. In one of the fastestgrowing dog sports in the country, teams from across the Island competed in an Agility Association of Canada-sanctioned event. Nanaimo Kennel Club hosted the match, organizing steeplechase, gamblers, snooker and jumpers competitions, as well as a team relay. Each event requires a handler and dog to negotiate a course of obstacles full of jumps, tunnels, dog walks, weave poles, chutes, A-frames and teeters. To advance from starters to masters, dogs must earn a set number of perfect runs or qualifying scores. It takes a keen dog, motivated owner and lots of practice. Agility devotee, Louise Moquin and her Australian shepherd, Reign, earned the Masters Steeplechase Dog of Canada title after running an accumulated 10 perfect runs. They then picked up the Versatile Silver NANAIMO

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Happy 50th Birthday Danny! (1/2 way to 100) Love Mum, Mina & all your family.

DEATHS

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ENGEL, Kornelius (Ken) born March 31, 1926 in Ukraine passed peacefully away at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital with Gerda, his loving wife of 20 years, by his side. Memorial celebration of his life to be held at Nanaimo Salvation Army Church (corner of Bruce & 8th Street) on March 31st, 2012 at 2 pm. Donations may be made to The Salvation Army in Ken`s memory. Condolences may be shared online at www.sandsfuneral.com (Duncan Chapel) SANDS FUNERAL CHAPEL (250)746-5212

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

NOW HIRING Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results. We currently have the following openings: Master Mechanic Maintenance Supervisor GIS Analyst GM, Log Sales Field Engineer Detailed job postings can be viewed at http://www.westernforest.com/careers/current_openings.php WFP offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive beneďŹ t package and the potential to achieve annual performance rewards. If you believe that you have the skills and qualiďŹ cations that we are looking for, please reply in conďŹ dence to: Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Class 1A Driver Needed!

DEATHS

PepsiCo Beverages Canada is now hiring dedicated, customer focused individuals to join our leading team in Nanaimo as a Delivery Driver. As the newest member of our team, you will bring a valid class 1 license and the ability to lift 45 lbs repeatedly. You are dedicated to your customers and want to ensure our product looks great on the shelves and in the coolers at each of your locations. As a valued member of the PBC family, we will provide competitive compensation, a great work/ life balance and room for advancement. If this is you, we look forward to meeting you so please apply on line or by fax today!

John Ernest Ketcheson John was born February 24, 1933 in rural Saskatchewan near Robinhood, and passed away on March 17, 2012 in Nanaimo, BC after a lengthy illness. John worked at the PaciďŹ c Biological Center for approximately 28 years in Fisheries Research in Nanaimo, B.C. He is survived by his sisters, Ruth McMorris and Joan Collins and many loving nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held at Nanaimo Golf Club on March 31, 2012 at 1pm. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, John would prefer donations to go to Dufferin Place, 1200 Dufferin Cres., Nanaimo BC V9S 2B7

604-520-8744

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Walk Ins Welcome!!

4331 Boban Dr., Nanaimo, B.C.

General Manager - Log Sales Western Forest Products Inc. is seeking a General Manager Log Sales to join our Log Sales & Marketing Group. This senior role represents a signiďŹ cant opportunity for a highly motivated individual who is seeking a leadership role in this important segment of our business. Reporting to the Chief Operating OfďŹ cer, but working closely with our Timberlands and Fibre Supply groups, you will oversee our log marketing plan and manage all facets of our log sales. SpeciďŹ cally, you will manage our log sales team, and further develop strategic business relationships with our critical partners with an objective of increasing margin for the company. You come to Western highly respected by your peers and with uncompromising integrity. A detailed job description can be viewed at http://www.westernforest.com/careers/current_openings.php

You possess a post-secondary degree in Forestry or Business Administration with 10 years progressive leadership experience in the business. Ideally you have knowledge of coastal ďŹ bre ďŹ&#x201A;ows and experience in log trading. You are known for your ability to translate ideas and strategy into actions which deliver strong ďŹ nancial results in this complex decision making environment. More importantly, you are recognized for your integrity and respected by your peers and colleagues for your transparent business approach. Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company operating primarily on Vancouver Island. The Companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s focus is on the solid wood sector and includes timber harvest and lumber manufacturing. The Company is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results. If you believe that you have the skills and qualiďŹ cations that we are looking for, please reply in conďŹ dence:

Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com Application Deadline: Monday, April 2, 2012 Reference Code: GM - Log Sales

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HEALTH CARE ATTENDANTS

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EXPERIENCED Construction Labourers needed for high walls concrete forming in Nanaimo. Good wages. Resume: majka99@telus.net or fax to 604-864-2796.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

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HELP WANTED T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. Position comes with a competitive beneﬁt package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250-286-9502 Email: tysonlambert@t-mar.com

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EAVESTROUGH BRAD’S HOME Detailing. Cleaning vinyl siding by brush. De-mossing roofs. Gutter cleaning/repairs. Windows. Power Washing. Insured. Free estimates. Brad 250-619-0999

ELECTRICAL 1A ELECTRICIAN, licenced, bonded, Small Jobs Specialist, panel upgrades and renos. All work guaranteed since 1989. Rob at 250-732-PLUG (7584).

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Saturday, March 24, 2012

Nanaimo News Bulletin

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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LANDSCAPING

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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AGILE HOME REPAIR & Improvement. Fully insured, interior/exterior repairs and upgrades. Ian 250-714-8800.

DEMELO LANDSCAPING

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FREE QUOTES, Large Truck: Rubbish Removal, yard waste etc. Same day service, starting $40 - $70/load + disposal fees. Moving, deliveries. Jason, 250-668-6851.

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HAULING AND SALVAGE JUNK TO THE DUMP. Jobs Big or small, I haul it all! I recycle & donate any useable items to local charities. Call Sean, 250-741-1159.

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RENTALS

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HOMES WANTED

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1600 DUFFERIN- 1 bdrm $595. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 1632 CRESCENT VIEW- 1 bdrm, $625. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 1681 BOUNDARY Ave. Under New Management. 2 bdrm unit $650 & up. Avail Immed. Senior discount. Hot water included, balconies, elevator, controlled entrance, coin-op laundry, storage & parking, Call Mgr at 250-618-4510. 1695 BOUNDARY- 2 bdrms $750 includes cable/internet. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 1bdrm +den, Schooner Cove, $800/mo. Underground parking, gas FP, N/S. near Marina. Avail. immed 250-714-1886. 2-BDRM APT. in community bldg. 3 appliances, parking, $975./mo+ utils. N/S. VIU area Common bike & music room, laundry, workshop. May 1st. Ref’s req’d. (250)758-1305. 2 BDRM condo to rent. Nrth end Nanaimo. Quiet. Top ﬂr crnr unit. Facing forrest. F/S W/D N/S. Hot wtr incl. $995/month. Avail April 1st. (250)751-9188 4969 WILLS RD- 2 bdrms $1075. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 550 BRADLEY- 1 bdrm. $595. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 99 CHAPEL ST- Studio $795. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com BACHELOR $550/MO, incld’s Ocean views. N/P, N/S. 1yr lease. Mature building. 1 (250)716-6361 CASSIDY, LOVELY 1.5 private acres, 2 bdrm w/ bathroom upstairs, share hot tub, kitchen, indoor pool, huge patio, bbq, walk to river, just off TCH $800. 250-245-0014. Chemainus: Lockwood Villa, well kept bldg, 1 bdrm $625, 2 bdrm 2 balcony $750, incl. heat & hot water, sm pets welcome.Karen 250-709-2765. COUNTRY GARDENS, Central: 2bdrm, 2nd ﬂoor in 55+ complex. $825 inclds heat, covered prkg, in suite W/D. Close to bus & shopping. To view, Peter 250-616-2513.

Ladysmith: bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrm suites from $700/mo incl. heat & hot water, ocean views, completely renovated, new management, on trolly route, small pets ok. 250-668-9086.

NANAIMO (Jinglepot)4 bdrm, 2 bath executive home, ocean view, 5 acres, 6 appls, two decks. NP/NS. Avail Now. $1600. Refs. 250-585-4776.

1091 SILVER MTN- 1 bdrm, $695. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

3379 MARIPOSA- luxury 3 bdrms, $1300. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES CENTRAL: 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, clean well maint. W/D, N/S, $1185 + utils. (250)751-5585. DEPARTURE BAY area. 3bdrm duplex, covered carport, large yard, W/D. $1100. Avail Now. NP/NS. Call Karen at (250)619-1272. NANAIMO 1BDRM + den, 1150sq ft unit in 4-plex at 2506 Labieux Rd. for quiet tenant only, $850 + utils. N/P, nr bus stop. (Apr. 1). 250-729-8969. NORTHFIELD RD- 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath, fenced yard, 4 appls $1200+ utils. Refs. Available Apr 1. Call (250)756-2297. NORTH NANAIMO: Clean 3bdrm + den. 4 appls, carport, fenced yard. Close to Woodgrove Mall, Superstore, lake, schools & bus. New paint. Quiet. Refs. Avail now. Pet neg. $1075. 250-751-5257. NORTH NANAIMO- reno’d 4 bdrms, 2 bath sxs, $1150. 3 bdrms, 2 bath sxs, $1150. Fenced yards, pets ok. 4 appls. Apr 1. 1-250-598-6034.

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HOMES FOR RENT 1631 MEREDITH- 4 bdrms, $1450. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

SUITES, LOWER HOSPITAL AREA 2B/R Bsmt. suite. N/S & N/P. $825/m utilities incl. 250-754-7502

HAREWOOD AREA, new 2 bdrm bsmt suite, no laundry, N/P, N/S, avail immed., $850 mo incls utils, 250-618-1401 LADYSMITH- (walk to town) new bright 1 bdrm, Priv. entr. NS/NP. Quiet, mature tenant(s). Utils incld. Parking small car. On bus route. Avail immed. $750. (250)245-4025. NANAIMO- 1 BDRM suite, north end, newer home, all utils included, $650. Call (250)756-9264. NEW, DAYLIGHT 2bdrm, W/D, stainless appli’s, priv. entry, Utils/internet/cable incl. N.S, N/P. $950 (250)327-4333 N. NANAIMO 1bdrm, beautiful bsmnt suite. N/S, N/P. Private entry, prkng, utils incl. No lndry. $700/M + DD. Avail immed. Ref. req.250-758-4963 N. NANAIMO, 1 bdrm with priv ocean front patio, entry & prkg, incls all utils & W/D. N/S, N/P, $850, April 1, 250-729-9553. N. NANAIMO: Furn’d waterfront, lrg master bdrm w/ bath, NS/NP, quiet & clean, ref’s. $750 mo. Call 250-390-1805. OCEAN VIEW, large, level entry suite avail immed in the North End on a quiet street. Completely self contained. Layout includes bedroom, living room, washroom, kitchen and laundry. All utilities included. N/S, N/P, Ref’s req. $850. Avail immed. 250-751-2557. OLD CITY, cozy 2 bdrm, clean, eat in kitchen, insuite laundry, driveway, sep elec meter, N/S, small pet ok, $750 + utils. Call (250)758-7532.

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SUITES, UPPER 1133 BEECHWOOD- 3 bdrms $1350. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 2057 BLUEBELL- 3 bdrms, $925. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com CLOSE TO DEP. BAY FERRY: 3 B/R upper level house on cul-de-sac. Nat’l gas FP. W/D, level prking. Hydro incl. $1350/mo. N/S, N/P. Ref’s Req. April 1. (250)755-9329 C. NANAIMO, 2 bdrm suite, new bath and carpets, insuite lndry & storage room, N/S, N/P, close to bus, $850 + utils, 778-866-8251, 250-378-2151.

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Nanaimo Pirates infielder/pitcher Justin Clarkson fields a grounder at practice Thursday evening at Serauxmen Stadium. The B.C. Premier Baseball League team starts its regular season April 7.

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thing is you always have to stay positive and know that it’s going to come around.” It’s the pitching arms that seem to need a little more time to warm up after a chilly offseason. “You can’t just throw them into game situations or have a 70-pitch-count outing, that sort of thing,” Rogers said. “You’ve got to build them up slowly. The arm isn’t meant to throw overhand.” The BCPBL regular season doesn’t start until April 7, and on that day, the Pirates’ record will revert to 0-0. But these spring wins do help.

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7:30 p.m. The final is slated for Sunday at 9 a.m. The local club will be represented by teams skipped by Bob Chlan and Rhonda Stoner. Last weekend the NCC hosted Curl B . C . ’ s Wi l l i a m s Moving and Storage mixed championships.

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Mountain bike racer Steve Smith of Cassidy was one of the fastest down the hill to start the 2012 season. T he 22-year-old began the Union Cycliste Internationale World Cup season with a fifth-place finish in the elite men’s downhill race in Pietermaritztburg, South Africa. He recently signed on for another year as part of the Devinci Global Racing team. “I’m looking forward to building on last season’s momentum,” said Smith in a press release. “It should be an amazing year.” Last season he never finished out of the top 10 on the World Cup circuit. “Steve is amazingly talented and has huge motivation, which will lead to great things,” said Felix Gauthier, president of Cycles Devinci.

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tournament all-stars Brittany Knievel and Shayna Worthington. The biggest surprise of the basketball season was the Mariner men’s loss in the gold medal game at the provincials. The VIU men were the top seed heading into the tournament, having won 13 straight games and compiled an impressive regular season record of 15-1. Following an opening-round bye and a 67-57 win over the host Capilano Blues in the semifinal, the M’s struggled to

find their rhythm in the final against UNBC and ended up falling short 69-61. It was an unfortunate result for a team that had been anticipating a trip to the nationals and especially disappointing for coach Tony Bryce, who had earlier announced that he would not be returning behind the bench next season. Players for the Mariner men this season were Jacob Thom, Patrick McCarthy, Richard Townsend

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