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A recent cycle of break-ins at Nanaimo bike stores have caused at least two shop owners to take the unusual step of personally guarding their businesses in the early morning hours. Kebble Sheaff, owner of Arrowsmith Bikes, said his Nanaimo location has been the victim of three break-ins in the last month, with two of those occurring in the last week. On Sunday, thieves tried to gain entry through the beefy steel back door, eventually giving up before smashing through the front of the store and ripping out the security bars. They took a “weird, random assortment” of used bikes, helmets and gloves, said Sheaff. “Usually they take the most expensive bikes. I’m not sure what they plan to do with gloves,” he said. A week earlier, thieves destroyed the back door trying to get in. Unable to enter the store, they gave up and went to Oak Bay Bikes, prying the back door off enough to set off the alarm. One month ago, thieves broke into Arrowsmith by cracking open the rear door, stealing a few bikes that were in for service, a new expensive bike and a BMX bike. In January, Oak Bay also had an expensive downhill bike and mountain bike with 29-inch wheels stolen. A BMX bike was
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Kebble Sheaff, owner of Arrowsmith Bikes, is one of two bike shops in town victimized by repeated break-ins in recent months. Sheaff, looking for ways to stem the losses, is in the process of beefing up existing security systems and sinking even more money into new, more elaborate ones.
abandoned in the parking lot. “This kind of activity has increased, for sure,” said Sean Lunny, co-owner of Oak Bay Bikes. “We’re getting scoped out a lot; guys coming by who are super dodgy and obviously not bike riders checking things out. We certainly feel like we’re being targeted, that’s for sure.” Sheaff has spent at least two nights sleeping at his store, while Lunny has set his alarm clock for 4 a.m. sweeps of his, passing by his competitor’s to make sure it was also safe. “We’re definitely communi-
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cating, working together,” said Lunny. Thieves tried to break in on one of the nights Sheaff was at Arrowsmith, but the sounds of his “bitey dogs” barking scared them off. Still, his frustration is mounting. “It’s really disheartening,” he said. “I’m just a guy trying to make a living and these guys are laughing at me, busting in and taking whatever they please. It’s crazy. It’s discouraging.” Police are working with both shops by increasing patrols in the area overnight in an attempt
to find those responsible. “An investigation is being done,” said Const. Kate Mooney, Nanaimo RCMP spokeswoman. “We don’t necessarily have to catch those responsible redhanded. There are other ways.” Mooney added store owners staying overnight in their businesses should practise caution. “It’s an unusual step to take,” she said. “We don’t want anyone to be putting themselves in harm’s way, but at the same time you have to do your best to protect your business.” ◆ See ‘OWNERS’ /4
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Dover Bay Secondary School is again the top public school in Nanaimo, according to the Fraser Institute’s annual secondary school report released Monday. But this comes as no surprise to local educators, who say it is the same story every year – a story that doesn’t tell the whole picture. “Same old, same old,” said Derek DeGear, president of the Nanaimo District Teachers’ Association. “It’s a tired story.” The Fraser Institute’s Report Card on Secondary Schools in B.C. and Yukon ranks 280 public and private schools based on seven key indicators using data from the annual provincial exams. Dover Bay ranked highest in Nanaimo, followed by Nanaimo Christian School, NDSS, Wellington, Woodlands, Cedar and John Barsby.
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DeGear said the report does Cedar and John Barsby a disservice by ranking them at the bottom when the teaching and learning going on at those schools should be celebrated. “John Barsby is a diverse community,” he said. “Some kids bring challenges to school. They don’t all show up in the morning on equal footing and the school is doing incredible things to address that.” Jamie Brennan, school board chairman, said results from a recent University of B.C. study were the opposite of the Fraser Institute’s report cards. While private schools tend to top the institute’s rankings, the UBC study found that public school students in the Vancouver area performed better than private school students in first-year physics and math courses, he said. “Who won the football championships? John Barsby,” said Brennan. “[The report card] doesn’t speak to the school culture or the school’s standing in the community.” Karen Hoy, vice-president of the District Parent Advisory Council, said some parents place too much
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A unique business idea had Nanaimo city council singing its praises Monday, despite an off-key recommendation by city staff to not allow a variance permit. Aaron Wu, a former international student at Vancouver Island University, said there is considerable demand for a karaoke restaurant serving Asian food in Nanaimo, and that VIU students are bused monthly to Victoria on weekends to frequent similar restaurants there. The proposed restaurant will have a main eating area with 12 seats, as well as five individual rooms with a total of 20 seats, where groups can dine and perform karaoke in a private setting with friends. Similar restaurants are extremely popular with international students in Victoria and Vancouver. Wu said he has researched the business opportunity for two years and determined there is significant demand in Nanaimo from the international student body for the restaurant, and that 435 Terminal Ave. is the best location for it. “During my five years in Nanaimo I got a lot of ideas from my friends, who are Chinese, Japanese and some Korean,” said Wu, who began attending VIU in 2007 and earned a masters in business administration. “They told me they do need some traditional Asian food and entertainment. I want to open a traditional Asian restaurant to meet those demands.” His chosen site, however, can only accommodate 10 parking spaces instead of the development permit’s required 14. Staff originally supported the plan, but withdrew its support when it came to
light that the original building, built in 2001, already had a variance for two parking stalls when it was built. Wu’s request for a variance for two additional parking stalls was not recommended by staff, and an architect’s assessment suggested no more stalls could be built. “There is very little we can do around that,” said Bil Derby, agent for the building’s owner, adding that nearby businesses had been approached to work out a stall rental program, but none were interested. Council, however, saw more value in Wu’s plan than parking issues, and voted unanimously in favour of the permit. Coun. Fred Pattje said that Wu’s proposal follows several policies in the Official Community Plan, including reusing existing buildings, promoting a vibrant economy, encouraging cultural diversity, creating jobs and ensuring that Nanaimo remains competitive with other B.C. cities. He also noted that many Asian students live in the area near the proposed site, and that public transit, not personal vehicles, is the dominant form of transportation for the target market. Coun. Diane Brennan said the business idea helps to fill a void in Nanaimo. “I’m interested in this for several reasons but right now the primary reason is because it addresses a unique cultural need,” she said. “It creates a welcoming atmosphere for foreign students and I think that’s important.” Wu said he doesn’t plan to apply for a liquor licence, so the restaurant would be open to patrons of all ages. VIU attracts about 1,500 inter national students every year, most of them from China, Japan and Taiwan.
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Police are looking for those responsible for breaking and entering into 10 cars in the early morning hours of Friday on Foster Street, off Wakesiah Avenue. Vehicle owners woke to find their vehicles damaged and items missing. “The interesting thing about this is that in their cars there were different items,” said Nanaimo RCMP spokeswoman Const. Sheri Wade. “Sunglasses that didn’t belong to them were in their car and that kind of thing.” Anybody with information regarding this crime is asked to call Nanaimo RCMP at 250-7542345 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or visit www.nanaimocrimestoppers.com. BEST BU BUY UY – Correction Notice Notice
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◆ From /1 Pring said some people may think that the family has to stay at a low-wage level but that’s not the case. “They don’t have to stay at poverty wage. We want to see them excel,” she said. The family must complete 500 hours of sweat equity, volunteer hours prior to moving into the home as a down payment. The family selection process for Habitat is based on three criteria: need, ability to pay and willingness to partner with Habitat. Need is based on the family’s current housing conditions, health conditions, family size and percentage of income spent on housing. Ability to pay ensures a family isn’t put in a situation where it can’t earn enough income to pay the interest-free loan, property taxes, insurance and other costs associated with home ownership. Willingness to partner includes sweat equity, personal references, employment and credit checks and willingness to participate in Habitat promotional and media events. Habitat is starting construction on a duplex in the Old City Quarter area tomorrow (May 4). The three bedroom homes available are being constructed to meet the gold standard of Built Green. The organization also plans to build another duplex for two more families in Nanaimo in the spring of 2013. Owning the home creates a “transformation change” in the kids that live in a Habitat home, said Pring. For more information about the family selection process or to apply please contact 250-7588078 or go to www.habitatmvi.org.
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Rover just got more room to roam off-leash in Nanaimo. Three more areas were approved for licensed dogs to run, play and explore off-leash. All three sites were pilot sites in 2011 and proved to be popular, according to the city. St. George Ravine Park, located in central Nanaimo, was approved as a permanent year-round offleash park, as was a designated portion of Invermere Beach in the city’s north end. The trails of the upper section of Colliery Dam Park were also designated leash-optional during all park hours. From next month to May 2013, three more off-leash areas will be tested as pilot sites, including Wardropper Park in Departure Bay, Gallows Point on Protection Island, and a one-kilometre loop in forested land adjacent to May Richards Bennett Pioneer Park. All three sites were selected after
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Local food producers could reap the benefits of a $75,000 grant presented to the B.C. Association of Farmers’ Markets. “It was an unexpected windfall,” said Elizabeth Quinn, executive director of the group. “It shows that the government is aware of the increased demand for B.C. products.” Earmarked for the association’s 2011-2016 strategic plan, Quinn said the cash will help strengthen the farm markets, give assistance and information for extending the season and help promote events and openings. It will also support the development of strategies to address barriers met by small-scale producers and optimize marketing opportunities. The grant stems from the Ministry of Agriculture’s Agrifoods Strategy, a five-year plan, to take the $10.5-billion agrifoods industry to $14 billion by 2017 that includes supporting diversity and promotion of local products. But not all farm market managers in Nanaimo agree on whether individual markets and food producers will profit from the grant money. “We get cheaper rates on insurance through the association, that’s about it,” said Ann Smith, of the Nanaimo Downtown Farmers’ Market. Dirk Becker, president of the Bowen Road and new Lantzville markets, rides the middle, suggesting the benefits to local markets remains to be seen. He said the association provides several services that impact food processors and farmers, including discounts on the insurance, and promotion of the markets to the public. “Whenever food is made more accessible to local communities through
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Maureen Shaw is already harvesting her greenhouse greens at Shaw’s BioFarm, but full production won’t kick in to full swing until the Cedar Market opens Wednesday (May 9) at the Crow and Gate Pub from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
education and advertising there is a positive impact,” he said. Betty Benson, owner of Cedar Poultry and manager of the Cedar Farm-
ers’ Market, believes the association is vital to the success of the markets. “They connect farmers and food producers with the right regulatory boards,”
she said. “BCAFM consolidated the certification needed for food safety and other standardized regulations with the Vancouver Island Health Authority.”
Benson said the recent grant money was well placed and with the growth of markets around the province, an umbrella association like BCAFM can help ensure consistent safety for both producer and consumer. Operating as a non-profit, the association is run by a volunteer board of directors made up of farmers and food producers. Its mandate is to support farming as a viable business. Last year it received a similar grant and provided workshops, seminars and guest speakers to Vancouver Island members. With more interest in a secure food system, promoting the markets to the consumer ensures the viability of farming into the future, said Quinn. This bodes well for market vendors like Maureen Shaw of Shaw BioFarm. She attended the Cedar market last year and plans on doing the same this season. For her family, the market serves up a cornucopia of benefits, “We go to the markets to network, socialize and build community. If customers weren’t there, we wouldn’t go,” she said. editor@nanaimobulletin.com
Course ensures food handling procedures are followed at farmers’ markets As community market season approaches the timing is perfect to enroll in a MarketSafe certification course, offered for the first time in Nanaimo. Similar to the well-known FoodSafe program that teaches safe food handling procedures, MarketSafe is for anyone who bakes, makes, grows, sells, serves and consumes food to ensure a greater confidence that proper procedures are followed in the safe production, storage, sale and purchase of their food choice. The certification course is provided in partnership with the Nanaimo school district’s community school program and the Vancouver Island Health Authority. “Those who complete the course will be awarded a MarketSafe Certificate that can be displayed at his or her market table or stall, and that will enable consumers to buy with greater confidence from MarketSafe certified producers,” said Cina Opel, a food inspector with VIHA. Jim McGregor, community school coordinator at Nanaimo
District Secondary School, said in addition to the obvious benefits of promoting the sale of safely prepared food, the course provides an added opportunity for students as MarketSafe dovetails nicely by boosting the skill set of students enrolled in the district’s chef, culinary and bakers’ programs. With millions of reported cases of food borne illness annually, combined with the increased popularity of community markets and buying local food, reassurances to the public around safe food handling is paramount. MarketSafe focuses on what can go wrong when you are not paying attention and are not trained to detect and correct things ranging from potential bacteria to contamination of packaging. The course runs Monday (May 14) from 6:15-9:15 p.m. at the NDSS library. Cost is $70 for adults and $40 for students. To register, please call 250-740-2026 or visit www.foodsafe.ca for more information.
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MLA wants end to B.C. carbon tax BY TOM FLETCHER BLACK PRESS
The B.C. government should quit pretending it can influence global climate and scrap the carbon tax on fossil fuels as soon as possible, Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett said Monday. Bennett called for the move in debate of an NDP motion to relieve hospitals, colleges and universities of the obligation to purchase carbon offsets for their fuel use. The B.C. Liberal government has already offered rebates to the province’s 60 public school districts to offset their mandatory payments this year, while it reviews the carbon tax program. Bennett, a for mer B.C. Liberal energy minister, clarified that he was expressing his own opinion, and not attempting to speak for the government or party. He said it would take time to phase the carbon tax out, and there would be costs associated with the income tax cuts that have been phased in at the same time to keep it revenue neutral to the government. “In fact, I would go a little further and say that the whole policy regime that’s based on the notion that the B.C. government can do something about the amount of human-caused carbon dioxide going into the atmosphere should be rethought,” he said. The government has committed to one more increase in the carbon tax on July 1, adding about a cent to the 5.56cent tax on a litre of gasoline. editor@nanaimobulletin.com
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Calendar idea worth a look The new school-calendar possibilities introduced by the provincial government aren’t the ointment to heal all that ails B.C.’s education system. But they can be a useful tool in addressing some of its issues. What remains to be seen is whether the community is too entrenched in its ways to take advantage. Anyone taking a fresh look from the outside at the system with an eye for efficiency issues could not help but be struck by the fact schools are only used to full capacity for about six hours a day, five days a week, 39 weeks of the year. But it’s not just the bean-counters who see the potential for improvement. Educators have long pointed out the dangers of kids being away from their studies too long, and how an extended break hurts the ability to retain lessons. Add the semester system to summer vacation and teachers are often forced to spend significant time reviewing knowledge that has already been taught, but has faded because of too many months away. The two-month summer vacation is a relic of giving farm families time off to work the fields. That’s hardly relevant in 2012 Nanaimo. Why not four three-month semesters, each divided with a two-week break? Seven six-week units divided by one- or two-week breaks? Shorter days for students divided into two shifts each day with fewer breaks throughout the day and the year? There may be good arguments against each of these, but a lot of the objections will come down to habit. What needs to be determined is whether our current school-year habits are good ones. Priority 1 should be what schedule model works best for learning. Priority 2 should be a cost/benefit analysis. Community habits should be a distant third. If the kids are what matters, this is a conversation that needs to take place. 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
Forestry jobs can’t wait for election
Sawmill tragedies in Prince would go from 1,572 jobs before the George and Burns Lake have beetle epidemic to 521. brought overdue attention to the Prince George’s much larger larger crisis, as the end of B.C.’s harvest total is expected to drop latest pine beetle infestation by almost half. And around continues to transform the Quesnel, producers say an Interior forest industry. economic supply of dead pine will The urgency of the timber be there for only another year and supply situation was set out in a a half. couple of high-level documents This document and a subsequent that were leaked from proposal to cabinet set the forests ministry in out the options. They B.C. recent days. These leaks include relaxing visual VIEWS show several things, quality areas, oldone of which is that growth management Tom Fletcher this is a government zones and wildlife Black Press in trouble. Someone on connectivity corridors. the inside forced the This is not as drastic unpopular options into as it sounds, given that the public arena. the first areas to be Cabinet ministers opened up would be have tried to dismiss those where many of the documents as early the trees are already drafts, but no one has dead. disputed their numbers. Most beetleA report on mid-term timber affected areas have a substantial supply looks at the four most proportion of live trees. If decadebeetle-affected areas: Prince old dead trees were subsidized for George, Lakes (west of Prince biofuel use, this would support George around Burns Lake), harvest and hauling of healthy Quesnel and Williams Lake. sawlogs along with them. In recent years B.C.’s chief The government is also forester has increased the annual considering swapping some allowable cut of all these timber existing cutting licences to supply areas substantially to increase wood supply for the harvest dead trees. Lakes district, to provide In Lakes, the pre-beetle annual enough long-term supply for allowable cut was 1.5 million cubic reconstruction of the destroyed metres. Currently it is up to two Burns Lake sawmill. There is million, but once the beetle wood also the prospect of awarding is unusable, it drops to 500,000. unassigned timber to “a single Even if visual quality rules are representative of the six First relaxed to release more timber, Nations in the Lakes TSA.” forest employment in the area Speaking to forest scientists who
work in B.C., a couple of things become clear. This pine beetle epidemic may be the largest on record, but it is far from the first. And despite many assertions by former premier Gordon Campbell, it is not certain if this one is the result of a broader climate trend or just a string of warmer winters after decades of fire suppression kept older stands around. Lodgepole pine forests are fire-propagated. The term “old growth” has little meaning in a cycle of natural fires that doesn’t occur in wetter zones. But none of this will matter much in the urban political debate that is about to ensue. “Old growth” is now a quasireligious notion. International environmental groups have convinced most people that logging is the primary cause of forest loss. In fact, the UN’s “State of the World’s Forests” reports have shown that 95 per cent of global forest loss is due to agriculture. Forest cover is increasing in industrialized countries, which use farmland more efficiently. The B.C. Liberal government needs to make some tough decisions quickly, before next year’s election. The premier’s vow to “create and defend” jobs is about to be tested like never before. ◆ Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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To the Editor, Re: MLA wants rules to curb puppy mills, April 26. The private member’s bill introduced by MLA Jane Thornthwaite to add regulations to the B.C. Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act will not impact a puppy mill operation. The bottom line for these operations is simple economics. Their sales market is pet stores. If you eliminate the market, production will stop. It is evident that this bill won’t meet the intent when it is reported that the bill is supported by the Pet Industries Joint Advisory Council of Canada, an association of pet store owners. I applaud Thornthwaite for her interest in curbing puppy mills, but suggest that she should work on the details more thoroughly. Seek input from the governing body for ethical breeders – the Canadian Kennel Club. Talk with the city councils of those communities that have banned the sale of pets in stores. As long as the public is uneducated that the cute, little doggy in the window at the pet store is from a puppy mill, they will continue to buy them. And as long as pet stores can continue to sell them, the puppy mills will always have a place to move their merchandise. MLAs should vote no to this bill, and send it back to Thornthwaite’s drawing board to get a bill that will eliminate this problem at the source. Del Beaulac Nanaimo
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To the Editor, Re: Pot legalization gets support from municipal reps, April 26. I agree with Mayor John Ruttan’s recent comment that young people should not smoke, whether it’s cannabis or tobacco. However, if they do choose between the two, I hope it’s a decision which does not include them among the 40,000 Canadian deaths which occur annually. According to Health Canada, fewer and fewer young people
have started smoking over the past decade. This change in national behaviour was accomplished through education and the regulation of tobacco products, and not by threatening smokers with arrest, criminal records, or imprisonment. The same healthy outcomes associated with diminishing tobacco use can be most likely accomplished with the legal and regulated production, distribution and sale of cannabis products against a background of education based
on the science of psychoactive substances. The black market which we have created through anti-drug laws is the source of far too much urban property crime and violence. Mayors should heed the majority of B.C. residents who are skeptical about the “war on drugs” and want marijuana controlled in the same way as tobacco and alcohol. John F. Anderson vice-president Law Enforcement Against Prohibition (Canada)
Readers respond: Feedback on news items Council fails to grasp economic lessons To the Editor, Re: Port Theatre’s new deal with city eases burden, April 7. What’s really wrong with this picture? During the Great Depression of the 1930s, no city would be giving any new funding to any public culture because they would be axed in favour of maintaining the basic public services. But for some bizarre reason, today’s city of 2012 has clearly not learned the economic lesson, when they continue to waste the taxpayers’ money on funding money pits like the Port Theatre, which should get its funding from corporate Canada, which can afford it, unlike the burdened taxpayers. Al Munro Nanaimo
Off-leash, vicious dogs should be reported To the Editor, Re: People creating more problems than dogs, Letters, April 14. All people concerned with dogs off leash, running amok, untrained, out of control and vicious should contact the Nanaimo Animal Shelter. Let them know each day where you hiked, when during the day and a count of how many dogs you saw off leash in an on-leash area. This information will help
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them better utilize their animal control officers as to where and when they will have them patrol in Nanaimo’s parks. This will bring about dog owners obeying the on-leash laws in the City of Nanaimo. Tom McCartney Nanaimo
Environmental abuse worse than shipping oil To the Editor, Re: Wildlife needs consideration, Opinion, April 24. Piping oil to the coast may be a threat, but until recently the general public did not even realize that this was already being done. The public is sometimes misled or ignorant in regards to what is really going on. We only see part of the picture
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and digest the information that is served to us. Look at the bigger picture: Everything purchased in Canada is made or derived from raw materials or fuels that have in some manner been supplied by Canadian sources. We Canadians are shipping out potash, coal and oil to countries that in turn supply us with products for dirt cheap. We are also shipping out raw materials that return as finished products. Are we exporting jobs? As a business owner and manufacturer I can respond to the question. We are having all of our products made and packaged in China. The products are derived from oil, paper, nickel and stainless steel. If North Americans want to continue to import cheap products we will need to provide the raw materials to countries that employ a work force. The Salish Sea is in recovery? Nonsense. Key information that trump the oil freighter issue includes: Canadians pumping sewage into the sea; an enormous amount of contaminated Japanese tidal wave debris floating toward us; commercial fishermen are seeing less openings and more restrictions than ever before; employing companies to remove sewage from ocean-going vessels, then in turn pumping it back to the sea. Mammals seen in the Salish Sea is not a verification or proof that we are in recovery. Matt James Nanaimo
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Unresolved dispute will cause harm To the Editor, Re: Teachers vote to withdraw from extra-curriculars, April 21. I am writing with regards to the ongoing dispute between representatives of the B.C. government and the B.C. Teachers’ Federation. The latest escalation of this unresolved dispute has culminated in a withdrawal of all extra-curricular activities in the schools of this province. Extra-curricular programs have been a key component of our public school system for some 150 years and the present government and teachers representatives have no moral authority to extinguish it. I consider myself one of the silent majority of this province who has, up until now, placed great faith in the institutions of government and professional representation to look after the best interests of our society. The current situation is entirely unacceptable and should not be allowed to continue. The lack of resolution of differences between involved representative bodies is now creating a degradation of a key component in the development of a crucial generation of our society. They are a vulnerable group who do not have a political or organizational voice with which to respond. A relatively short impasse may propagate a long-lasting loss of extracurricular programs as well as the morale and culture of our educational institutions. As a society, this situation is shameful. Our elected and teacher representatives are neglecting their number one responsibility: the children of our province. I respectfully implore the government to exercise the powers in its position as a public representative to bring this impasse to a speedy resolution bearing in mind the lasting fallout created by every day, week, and month this is allowed to continue. William H. Johnston Nanaimo
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Underlying world view deteriorates environment Environmentalism has failed. Over the past 50 years, environmentalists have succeeded in raising awareness, changing logging practices, stopping mega-dams and offshore drilling and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. But we were so focused on battling opponents and seeking public support that we failed to realize these battles reflect fundamentally different ways of seeing our place in the world. And it is our deep underlying view of the world that determines the way we treat our surroundings. We have not, as a species, come to grips with the explosive events that have changed our relationship with the planet.
For most of human Silent Spring, which existence, we lived documented the teras nomadic hunterrible, unanticipated gatherers whose consequences of impact on nature what had, until then, could be absorbed by been considered one the resilience of the of science’s great biosphere. inventions, Even DDT. SCIENCE after the Paul MATTERS AgriMueller, David Suzuki cultural who demwith Faisal Moola Revolution onstrated 10,000 years the effects ago, farmof the pesing conticide, was tinued to awarded dominate the Nobel our lives. Prize in We cared 1948. In for nature. the ecoPeople who live close nomic boom after to the land underthe Second World stand that seasons, War, technology held climate, weather, pol- out the promise of linating insects, and unending innovaplants are critical to tion, progress and our well-being. prosperity. Carson This year marks pointed out that techthe 50th anniversary nology has costs. of the birth of the Her book appeared environmental move- when no government ment. In 1962, Rachel had an environment Carson published department or minis-
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Warrant Officer Lauren Mitchell, of 2422 Canadian Scottish Regiment Army Cadet Corps, flourishes her tenor drum mallets in tempo to a competition piping tune during the annual Cadet Band Display in Victoria.
Cadets drum up gold beat Members of 2422 Canadian Scottish Regiment (Princess Mary’s) Royal Canadian Ar my Cadet Cor ps’ pipes and drums program set the bar high with a gold performance last month. Competing at the annual cadet band display in Victoria, the cadets performed marching and musical routines for an audience of supporters and reviewing judges. T h e g r o u p p e rformed in a joint band with its partnering cadet band in Comox, earning a gold standard, the highest rating possible for cadet bands. T he ar my cadet pipes and drums program provides cadets with an opportunity to learn and develop skills in bagpipes and
drumming at no cost. Instruction is provided by volunteers, and summer music courses are provided by the Department of National Defence. The army cadet program is designed for youth interested in learning new skills, experiencing advent u ro u s a c t iv i t i e s, national or international expeditions and travel, and meeting others with similar interests. The Canadian Scottish Regiment meets Tuesday evenings from 6:15-9:15 p.m. at the Brigadier DR Sarg ent Ar moury, 709 Nanaimo Lakes Rd., across from Colliery Dam Park in Nanaimo. For more information, please go to www. cadets.ca or call 250755-5361.
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Walk connects kids with help Nanaimo residents are taking to the street in support of Kids Help Phone. The Walk So Kids Can Talk fundraiser takes place Sunday (May 6) at Country Club Centre. Registration is at 10 a.m., and the walk along the E&N Trail begins at 11 a.m. Participants can also register or pledge online at www.walksokidscan talk.ca. The event features a barbecue, music, facepainting, mascots and refreshments. Kids Help Phone is Canada’s free, anonymous and confidential phone and online professional counselling service where youth can talk about violence and abuse, bullying, family, dating, sexual orientation, emotional health and more. The service operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Kids Help Phone number is 1-800-6686868.
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Nanaimo youth can take part in a variety of fun, free or low-cost activities courtesy of parks, recreation and culture. Nanaimo Youth Week runs until Monday (May 7) with dodge ball, floor hockey, basketball, bowling, yoga and movie night. “It’s a great way to get youth in our community out there and involved,” said Megan Noakes, recreation coordinator. “There are great activities happening for teens in the community year round, and Youth Week helps us showcase them for teens, and parents of teens, in Nanaimo.” A full schedule of events can be found online at www.nanaimo. ca or on the Youth Nanaimo Facebook page, www.facebook. com/YOUthNanaimo. For more information, please contact 250-7565200.
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If there’s one thing missing from most spring outdoor shows, it’s the outdoors. RVs, tents and exhibitors crammed into a multiplex often don’t get the message of the great outdoors across to the public. So Living Forest Oceanside Campground and RV is hosting its free trade show on location within its 21-hectare campground near the banks of the Nanaimo River.
The Living Forest RV, Camping and Outdoor Show takes place 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 5-6 and features exhibits on RV sales, repairs and rentals; tow vehicles and mattresses; camping, paddling and outdoor supplies; and scuba and snorkelling. Living Forest is at 6 Maki Rd. in Chase River. For more information, please go to www.livingforest.com or call 250-755-1755.
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Friday ◆ I’M NOT From Here social group, for relocated professionals, hosts its next regular meeting at 7 p.m. at the Northgate Pub, 6450 Metral Dr. ◆ NAVY LEAGUE of Canada - Nanaimo branch, hosts a burger and beverage to raise money for cadets. 6-9:30 p.m. at the Navy League Hall, 750 Fifth St. Tickets $10. To donate or buy tickets phone 250-7296897.
Saturday ◆ BASTION CITY Wanderers Volkssport Club hosts a 10km Nanaimo walk. Registration at 8:30 a.m. in the parking lot at Morrell Nature Sanctuary and the walk starts at 9 a.m. For more information call 250-7569796. ◆ NANAIMO CRUISE Ship Market goes from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pioneer Plaza (beside the Bastion). Market includes 40 vendors and the music of Howie James. ◆ OUR FEATHERED Friends: Urban Bird Tour, hosted by tour guide and birder Kevin Storey, takes visitors on an urban bird walk through downtown Nanaimo from 1-3 p.m., departing from Nanaimo Museum. Cost is $15, preregistration required at program@nanaimomuseum.ca. ◆ CILAIRE ELEMENTARY School (behind
◆ ST. PHILIP’S plant sale runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 7113 Lantzville Rd. Good variety, and master gardners are available for advice. 250-7587236 for details. ◆ AMALGAM 8 Square Dance Club hosts its wind-up dance at 7:30 p.m. at Costin Hall in Lantzville. Potluck starts at 6 p.m. Details at 250-7536204. ◆ TAOIST TAI Chi garage and plant sale from 9 a.m. to noon at 1724 Bowen Rd. 250-7539902 for details. ◆ ISLAND MAMAS Trade Show goes at Wellington Hall, 3922 Corunna Ave., from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Raffle and prizes in support of Haven Society. Visit www.islandmamas. com for details. ◆ WAVE BABES dragon boat team hosts its sixth annual plant sale and eco fair from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the fire training centre, corner of Labieux and Dorman roads. No admission, all proceeds go to Nanaimo and District Hospital Fund. Details at www.facebook.com/ nanaimowavebabes.
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Monday ◆ HUB CITY Stamp Club hosts its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. at Brechin United Church, 1998 Estevan Rd. All collectors welcome. For details phone 250-245-8186.
Tuesday ◆ NANAIMO FAMILY Life Association hosts its stress management workshop from 6:30-9 p.m. at 1070 Townsite Rd. To register phone 250-754-3331 ext. 716.
Wednesday ◆ NANAIMO HORTICULTURAL Society hosts its regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Nanaimo Ecumenical Centre, 6234 Spartan Dr.
◆ BCGREA HOSTS its regular monthly meeting at 1:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Fellowship Hall, 595 Townsite Rd. Guest speaker is Nancy Klinger, BC
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and lunch. 250-7553066. ◆ PARADISE ISLE Senior Society mixed eight-ball tournament, Fridays, 10 a.m., 201 Albert St. Cash prizes for top-three winners. 250-754-9566.
◆ NANAIMO UNIT of the Canadian Cancer Society sponsors several peer support groups for the victims of cancer. For further information, contact the Unit at 777E Poplar St., or call 250741-8180.
◆ NANAIMO EUCHRE Club meets for cards Tuesdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m. New members welcome, teaching available. 250-758-0739 for location. ◆ CEDAR FAMILY Playgroup, 0-5 years old, meets every Wednesday 9:30-11:30 a.m., Cedar Heritage Centre, 1644 MacMillan Rd. 250-722-7110.
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Four comedians – Robin Duke, left, Kathryn Greenwood, Teresa Pavlinek and Jayne Eastwood – combine their talents for a show at the Port Theatre dubbed Women Fully Clothed, Older and Hotter. The women, who have credits on Saturday Night Live, Whose Line Is It Anyway? and SCTV, perform Monday (May 7), 7:30 p.m. Tickets $49.50; $45.50/members. Please call 250-754-8550. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED
SOUND OF MUSIC plays in Port Theatre during interactive event.
Get ready to yodel. The Sound of Music Sing Along is an opportunity for Nanaimo to participate in a gleeful, huge singalong with the most successful movie musical of all time. It takes place at the Port Theatre May 13 – Mother’s Day – at 2 p.m. Singalong Sound of Music is not only a chance to see the classic movie on the big screen, it’s also a major audience participation event with subtitles for all the beloved songs. A host leads the audience through a vocal warm up and actions to use with the interactive fun pack which will be given to each member of the audience. The screening will include a famous costume competition in which everyone who arrives in costume is invited onto the stage to show off his or her tailoring skills. Singalong attendees have dressed up as anything and everything represented in the classic film – the possibilities are as endless as the sunlight on a perfect alpine day. Costumes are
◆ THE SOUND OF MUSIC SING ALONG at Port Theatre May 13 at 2 p.m. Tickets $25; $22/members; $15/ students. Call 250-754-8550.
not mandatory, but encouraged. The Port Theatre Society is encouraging ticket buyers to donate to the Haven Society by offering a $5 discount per ticket (adult priced tickets only) for every donation made to Haven Society at time of ticket purchase. A Port Theatre team, led by general manager, Bruce Halliday, will participate in this year’s Walk a Mile in Her Shoes for Haven Society on May 12. Haven Society provides services to women, children, youth and families who have experienced violence. Tickets to Sound of Music Sing Along are $25; $22/members; $15/students. Please call 250-754-8550 or visit www. porttheatre.com. ◆ Win a pair of tickets to the show by entering online at www.nanaimo bulletin.com/contests.
Seeds of blossoming directing career planted in Nanaimo BY MELISSA FRYER THE NEWS BULLETIN
Nanaimo will forever be part of Casey Walker’s story about how he began his career in the film industry. The television and feature film director owned a landscaping and construction company in Nanaimo, having moved out from Thunder Bay, Ont., two years previous to start the company with two friends. Film was always an interest, and he took drama classes in high school and university. But it was during a night out with friends that an inebriated Walker
declared he would pursue film as a career. The next morning when he woke up, he choose to stick with it. “It was just always there,” Walker said. After film school in Ontario, he worked in television, directing children’s shows, including Zoboomafoo. In 2007, he filmed his first short film. “I did that to show people I could do a film,” he said. Walker’s first full-length feature film A Little Bit Zombie hits the big screen at Nanaimo’s Avalon Cinema May 18. In the film, the mild-mannered groom is bitten by an infected mosquito while away for the weekend in the woods,
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where he, his fiancée, the best man and the maid of honour were planning the wedding. As he comes to terms with his zombie situation, he dodges a zombie hunter, played by Stephen McHattie, known for roles in The Watchmen and A History of Violence. The independent film, shot in Sudbury, Ont., is currently on the film festival circuit, winning Best Feature Film at the Canadian Film Festival and the Best Dark Comedy award from the Houston International Film Festival. Although Walker said he had a good feeling about the film’s success after running into George Romero, director of Night of the Living Dead and credited
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Revealing storyline in theatre show These guys got the tease and easy as they first thought. reveal down pat. The six men face body issues They tease with the promise of weight, shape, size and of comedy and humour mixed more while they try to learn into a raunchy amateur strip a simple dance routine. While show – then reveal a producthey come to terms with their tion with a heart as the charexteriors, some interior jugacters deal with gling goes on, too, as heavy issues like they face unemployCULTURAL child custody, job ment and the inabilCONSUMER loss and self-esteem. ity to solely provide Melissa Fryer The Full Monty, for their families. Arts Editor by Schmooze Used to highProductions at paying factory work, Nanaimo Centre the men gauge the Stage, follows Jerry, prospect of working played by Xander as security guards at France, an outthe mall, while their of-work, divorced wives also take on father of one, as work to supplement he tries to scrape the family income. together enough money to France crafted the petulant keep custody of his son. Jerry, described in the play as After seeing the money made “32 going on 10,� into a characby Chippendales dancers, he ter who simultaneously fruscomes up with the idea for he trates and delights. Balancing and his buddies to perform Jerry’s devotion to his son their own show, thereby solvwith his immaturity – through ing their money problems. solid acting – leaves serious But getting up on stage and doubts about the scheme, yet dropping their gear isn’t as you can’t help but cheer for
Jerry through it all. Add in a precocious Holden Cole as Jerry’s son Nathan as the perfect foil – a kid who’s got his life together far better than his dad. France has more than enough help carrying the show with his supporting cast, with Jay Kell, Rob Atkinson, Jace Becker, Biff Bartlett and Erik Gow, who provides comic relief in his character Malcolm, a geeky, pious type who lives with his mother. With the help of their wives, children and friends, the men realize they’re more than just the paycheque they bring home, and this is where the play provides its most endearing moments that stick long after the laughs have died away. That’s the real reveal. The rest is just a lovely bonus. ◆ Only May 9 show still has tickets available. Please visit www.schmoozeproductions. com.
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Christina Lindstrom enjoys creating functional type pottery. She has been making dishes, plates, egg cups, platters, mixing bowls, gravy boats, tea pots, tea cups and saucers – you name it – for 34 years. Lindstrom is known for her special glaze colour and application which continues to attract collectors. “I am continuing this line because people are still adding to their collections and I don’t want to let them down,” she said. “I still like this glaze, too.” Potters such as Lindstrom who have created a signature line of pottery have done so by talent, hard work, knowledge and patience. It takes a long time to
Christina Lindstrom displays some of the special glaze she developed for her pottery pieces. She and members of Nanaimo Pottery hold their annual show May 11-12 at Country Club Centre. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED
Film pitches sought The Nanaimo film group is seeking ideas for short horror flicks for a full-length feature film project. The group is looking for a one-page pitch, which consists of the writer’s fleshed-out story idea in the horror genre. A committee from the group’s 80 members will choose the best of the bunch and have the writers expand their stories into a screenplay. “We are looking for scripts in the nine to 19 page range,” said Nicholas Lucas, one of the group’s founding members. “Then we will package and produce a 90-minute feature film for festival circuit release and international markets.” The group chose horror after being approached by producer and director Mark Tuit, who spent several years in marketing and distribution and said horror is one of the best genres for sales and exhibition in the global film marketplace. “I saw this amazing pool of talent and energy,” Tuit said. “Since I had just moved to the Island, I figured this was the best way to network with this creative talent and get a feature film up and running.” Nanaimo Film Group formed as a film collective about a year ago, producing several short films to hone their storytelling and technical skills. The deadline to submit a pitch page is Monday (May 7). Please visit www.nanaimofilmgroup.com. . Ambiance & hospitality in a natural ocean front setting
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Some things will look a little different when the Nanaimo DBL Timbermen take the floor tonight (May 3). But some things never change, either. The city’s senior B lacrosse players will use their sticks to pass, shoot and score. And they’ll also use those sticks to punish the opposition. “We definitely want to keep that intimidation factor, especially on our home floor. When teams come in they still know they’re going to have a tough time playing against the Timber men,” said Mike Maughan, the team’s coach. “But at the same point we want to stress a little bit of the discipline. We don’t want to be spending half our game in the penalty box.” The DBL men will play smart – they’re a veteran group that knows what it takes to have success in the West Coast Senior Lacrosse Association. That experience helps, since there have been changes at the top this season with Maughan moving behind the bench and fellow vet Shawn Swanson taking on the general manager’s role in addition to his playing duties.
Swanson believes this year’s team is “right on pace” with where it’s been in past years. “The first month of the season we’ll be figuring out a lot of stuff, there will be a lot of roster changes, guys coming in,” he said. “Really it’s tough to say anything except for that the commitment level at this point right now is much better than it was last year.” The team has been getting full squads out to training and has an idea of how the roster might look for the home opener tonight against the Port Moody Thunder. The DBL T-men will have last year’s top scorer Jordan Jarvis back, joined up front by Shane Chalker and newly signed additions Jon Diplock (see story page B2), Ryan Forslund and Joey Fendick. Ryan Dietterle and Ryan Clark are some of the guys capable of playing in transition, or anywhere on the floor. Maughan said a lot of the team’s offence will come in transition. “We’re not looking to get off the floor as fast as we can, we want to push the pace and if guys have a chance to fast break down the floor, we’ve got some really good speed on our team so we want to use that,” he said. The back end will be led again by Kyle Couling and Brad Jones, along with Matt Maughan and Nolan Maughan. ◆ See ‘VETERAN’ /B2
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Motocross rider Jordan Piccolo navigates a jump during intermediate-division competition at the Vancouver Island Championship Series race hosted by the Nanaimo Motocross Association on Sunday at Wastelands Motocross Park.
The V.I. Raiders’ record-setting offence is making sure to keep its architect in place. Nanaimo’s Canadian Junior Football League team announced this week that offensive coordinator Daryl Rodgers has re-signed with the club for 2012. Under Rodgers’ play calling, the Raiders have boasted the three most prolific offences in B.C. Football Conference history. The team scored 551 points last season, 481 points the year before that and 505 in 2009.
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Adanacs’ Diplock surprise addition to Sr. B squad The Nanaimo DBL Timbermen have added one more hometown hero to the roster. Jon Diplock has signed on to play senior B this season. Diplock played senior A with the Coquitlam Adanacs the past two seasons, but as an apprentice plumber on the Island, he didn’t want to commit to a summer of practices
and games on the mainland. He said he has discussed the possibility of a trade with Adanacs brass. In the meantime, he likes what he’s seen at DBL Timbermen training camp. “It’s pretty early right now but we’ve got a lot of guys here who are committed,” he said. “I like the enthusiasm and the spirit.”
He brings scoring and speed, and he said he’ll also try to bring intensity. “Just what I’ve always done throughout my lacrosse career,” he said. “Just try hard and do the right thing for the team.” Diplock played his whole junior A career with the Nanaimo Timbermen.
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◆ From /B1 The DBL Timbermen have prided themselves on being a defence-first team in recent years. Shawn Swanson said since so many vets know the system, the newcomers get plenty of help. “We’re just trying to get all the new guys into what we’ve done for the last three or four years,” he said. Goaltending will perhaps be the most notable change. With longtime goalie Danny Walters moving east this season, Tony Wyse and Trevor Good begin 2012-13 as the goaltending tandem. “That’s something that we still look for as a strength,” Mike Maughan said. “There’s still lots of work to do and some stability, to get there.” The Timber men should be tested right away this month. The opponent tonight (May 3), the Port Moody Thunder, is an expansion team but one that is largely made up of last summer’s junior B provincial champions. It’s also the start of three games in five nights for the T-men, who visit the North
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Shore Indians on Friday and play at Port Moody on Monday. “So most of these guys are going to get into those games, and then we’ll kind of see which guys stick,” said Swanson. The Timber men expect to be tough, exciting, and competitive, and tonight is their first opportunity to start building that identity. “You’d still like some more time to work on some things, but nothing better to work on than game action,” said Maughan. GAME ON … Tonight’s game starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. Tickets cost $7 at the door. For season ticket infor mation, visit www.nanaimo timbermen.com. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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Junior B Timbermen get season started The Nanaimo Timbermen junior B lacrosse team will find out how it can handle game action. The city’s Pacific North West Junior Lacrosse League team opened the 2012 regular season last night after press time against the Peninsula Eagles.
The junior B T-men once again will play almost all their home games on Wednesday nights at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. To find out results from last night’s game and read more about the team, please visit www.nanaimo bulletin.com.
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The Nanaimo Timbermen junior A lacrosse team received tremendous fan support in its first game of the season. This weekend the T-men would love to give back to those fans with a win or two. T h e c i t y ’s B . C . Junior A Lacrosse League team plays at Frank Crane Arena both Saturday (May 5) and Sunday, hosting the New Westminster Salmonbellies and the Port Coquitlam Saints, respectively. The juniors had 907 fans attend last Saturday’s opener against
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First-place Pirates see room for improvement The Nanaimo Pirates are coming off a perfect weekend, but they realize that doesn’t mean they’re a perfect ball team. The Hub City Paving Pirates (10-2) know they might have had an easier time last weekend had they made a few more routine plays. “Those are going to catch up to you,” said Doug Rogers, Pirates manager. “So there’s a lot of things to work on to get better.” The team will chalk up some of its mistakes to mental lapses. “You have to always be in the
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It’s safe to say the Nanaimo Hor nets women’s rugby team was ready for Div. 1. After capturing B.C.’s Div. 2 championship last spring, the Nanaimo women wondered how they might handle the jump to Div. 1. They needn’t have worried. This Saturday (May 5) in Duncan, the Hornets play for the Div. 1 provincial championship. “We thought it was a developmental year going into it and we were pleasantly surprised,” said Arlene McGuff, veteran player. “And we ran with it.” The women compiled a 5-3 record in league play. Then last Saturday, they travelled to the desert and upset
Kamloops 27-15 in the B.C. semifinals. “It was the perfect lead-up because it was [some] of our biggest competition,” said Brenna Collicutt, Hornets team captain. “We learned how to play together, we jelled as a team and we totally stepped our game up.” The team made some defensive changes, upped the physicality and more than kept pace offensively with high-scoring Kamloops. McGuff, Sam Kreeger, Lisa Breuer and Kylie Turner each scored a try and Britta Peterson was a force at the back position. The Hornets know they’ll need another full team effort in the final as they go up against the undefeated Cowichan Piggies. The Duncan team has beaten Nanaimo twice this season, but McGuff said the Hornets had lots of opportunities near the try
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Nanaimo Hornets rugby player Elyse Pepin passes the ball during a practice drill Monday night at May Richards Bennett Pioneer Park.
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TJ Mah
Tristan Olsen
ht: 5’10” Wt. 135 lbs Position: SS/2B Bats: R Throws: R
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What could be better than enjoying a night out with friends that includes wine, gourmet chocolate and live entertainment? When proceeds from the night out also go to a good cause. The annual Wine, Women and Chocolate event, a Canadian Mental Health Association Mid-Island Branch fundraiser, takes place May 10 from 6-9 p.m. at the Nanaimo Curling Club. The evening features snacks, a no-host bar, a silent auction, music, samplings of massage, reflexology
and tarot readings, and gourmet chocolate. Actor/director Eliza Gardiner will perform an original monologue titled That Kiss. Tickets are $20 and available by calling the Nanaimo branch of the CMHA at 250-244-4042, ext. 151. The Nanaimo CMHA, the oldest in B.C., received its charter from the national organization in 1956. The branch has several programs that help people with mental illnesses, including mental health first aid, homelessness outreach, recovery workshops and the Phoenix Centre Clubhouse. The group also offers 19 units of low-barrier housing at the Balmoral and will be operating the Wesley Street low-barrier housing project in conjunction with the city.
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BIG HOSPICE HUGS to Diners Rendezvous, TLC Entertainment, Catwalk Fashions, Indie, Bonnie and her lovely starlets, and all auction sponsors who contributed to our evening at the Moulin Rouge. We raised more than $4,100 toward the Expand the Heart of Hospice campaign. A HUGE THANK YOU to Colin from NAPA Auto Parts for your generous donation of earthquake supplies. From the Cinnabar Valley Elementary School Parent Advisory Council. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU to our raffle ticket sponsors: Country Grocer, Old House Village Hotel, WildPlay Element Parks Nanaimo, Mid-Island Co-op and Give A Little Giggle. Our school-wide raffle was a huge success because of your kind donation and we are one step closer to improving our playground. From the Cinnabar Valley Elementary School Parent Advisory Council. A HUGE BOUQUET to all the wonderful ladies and gentleman at Bright Adventures Daycare and the Boys and Girls Club’s after school program for taking such wonderful care of my children. A VERY HAPPY NINTH BIRTHDAY to Brogan. Your cleverness, wit and laughter make every day interesting. Wishing you the best birthday ever. We love you more than you’ll ever know. Love from all of your family. A BIG BOUQUET to Graham and Silas from Marshall Plumbing for the great job installing my dishwasher.
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A BOUQUET OF CANCER RESEARCH DOLLARS to Charlie Parker for his support in our fundraiser. Our cycling team is getting closer to our goal of raising $100,000 this year for the B.C. Cancer Foundation. Thanks from the Nanaimo Rides Again team. A K-CUP PACK BOUQUET to Cliff Harrington for happily saying yes when I asked to put out a donation jar for Haven Society. Thanks to all who donated, the money is appreciated. A BIG THANK YOU to the two longtime Nanaimo residents who stopped to make sure that my children and I were safe by the banks of the Nanaimo River this past Monday. Men like you make this a great place to live.
A BUILDER’S BOUQUET to Craig of Youngblood Handyman Services. We appreciate the friendly service and good workmanship you
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A DOZEN ROSES to Stephanie at the Shaw Cable office. She went above and beyond the call of duty to assist an elderly couple. She is a gem. A BETTER-LATE-THAN-NEVER, GIANT BOUQUET to Connie Paul. After her already busy day at work, she took the time to visit my sister and spent the rest of her evening helping her through a hospital admission. A PEACEFUL VACATION to my mom, who has spent countless hours helping me work through my problems. I’d be a nervous wreck without you and you never ask for anything in return. You just listen patiently and offer advice and consolation. A BOUQUET OF MAY FLOWERS WITH YOUR BREAKFAST to Barb at the Chase River Country Grocer for going out of your way to track down the sacks of oatmeal we needed. Thank you and good luck. A BEAUTIFUL BOUQUET OF SPRING FLOWERS to my neighbours for their efforts in beautifying our block. Colourful flowers are everywhere. A BOUQUET to Angela. Good luck running the Vancouver half
smile. If you’re that unhappy, pull the plug on a serving career. SHATTERED EARDRUMS to the girl in the front row at the Port Theatre. Your ear-splitting shrieks during every punchline ruined the evening for everyone around you. We couldn’t hear over you. Control yourself next time. A BULLY BEEF F to the Harper government. So you sell Canada to anyone who has money? But we in beautiful B.C. will stand up for the environment and all living things. We don’t want it to be ruined by your greed. AN EVEN BIGGER BEEF F to the complainer sounding off about teachers refusing to do extracurricular work. Do you ever give any hours of extra unpaid work after your job is finished? Let’s stop bashing the teachers.
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A HUGE BOUQUET OF GRATITUDE to the chefs and to Dean our server at the Keg. We had a gift certificate for the Keg and since it was our 39th wedding anniversary, we reserved a table there. We had such fantastic food and service. Thank you to all for making our night so wonderful. A SPRING BOUQUET to all our sponsors, donors and supporters of our beer and burger fundraiser at Pipers Pub from the Nanaimo Rides Again cycling team. Thank you for helping us help you. It’s our goal to raise $100,000 by June 15 for cancer care and research here on the Island.
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A BEEF F to the pigeons new to the north end. I can’t say this very often about wildlife, but I was here first. Stop making so much noise.
marathon. It’s the reward for all your months of training, so have fun. A HUGE, LICE-FREE HUG to Andrea from Nit Nannies. Not only has she gotten rid of our kids’ head lice, she has also educated our family about it. The products she used were natural and smelled great. Our favourite product is the Rosemary Eucalyptus Spray. Nit Nannies is the best way to go to get rid of and prevent head lice. A BOUQUET. We would like to thank all our neighbours and guests who stop and comment on our gardens at the Buccaneer Inn on Stewart Avenue. It is very gratifying that others enjoy the flowers as much as we do. BEEFS to the person who told me to put my two small dogs in the other seat. Don’t be ignorant, they help me drive while I hold onto them tightly. A BEAUTIFUL BOUQUET to the police for allowing this. A BEEF F to those who beef about the trains. Only a few come through a day, so what’s the fuss? I used to live about a kilometre from the yards in North Vancouver and trains went past my house all day and night. I love the sound. A BEEF F to the waiter at the north Nanaimo restaurant. Lose the attitude and do your job with a
ARR, A PIRATE BEEF F to the city for not bothering to fix the sign inside the Nanaimo Ice Centre. We’ve been “The arbour City” for months now. A BIG BEEF F to the police. I always thought you were innocent until proven guilty. My husband was guilty right away until he could prove he was innocent. A BEEF F to the city for not following through on a promise to residents to return properties to how they were before a construction project. A BEEF F to the driver of the yellow Corvette speeding down Dickinson Road like a maniac, only to slam on the brakes to make the turn onto Groveland Drive. It’s a neighbourhood with children and seniors using the sidewalks. You wouldn’t look too macho if you killed someone. A SCARY BEEF F to pedestrians who make sudden, 90-degree turns into traffic. Stop and look both ways even if you’re at a crosswalk – drivers need a second to process your direction change.
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SPRING PLANT SALE at G.R. Pain Horticulture Centre 2324 E Wellington Road Monday - Friday, 9am3pm starting APRIL 30. Bedding plants, veggies, tomatoes, strawberries & beautiful hanging baskets.
Yu Lo Chin Yuan Mrs. Yu Lo Chin Yuan, age 94, went home to be with her Lord on April 24, 2012 in Nanaimo, British Columbia. She went peacefully in the loving presence of daughter, Fong and grandson, Chris. She was married to Mr. Charles C.H. Yu, who preceded her in 2001. She leaves behind her daughters, Fen Lewis (Robert) and Fong Millbank (Greg); sons, Liter Yu (Jane) and Dr. Leisure Yu (Susan); daughter-in-law Darlene Yu; 11 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Saturday morning, May 5, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. At Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 3789 Royal Oak Ave, Burnaby, British Columbia. The service will be followed by burial at 11:30 a.m.
GREER Agnes Jeanie (nee Stewart) July 10, 1927 – April 28, 2012 Agnes was born and raised in North Vancouver, and after leaving school she started her career with the CIBC. She met her husband Douglas in North Vancouver. They married in 1948 and moved to Nanaimo in the early 50’s where they raised their family. Agnes was very creative and enjoyed many hobbies and interests including a love of art, flower arranging, interior and garden design, entertaining, and playing bridge just to name a few. She transformed her homes and gardens into wonderful paradises, which she loved to share. Agnes had many groups of close friends, one of which she met for lunch every Thursday for over 30 yeas. Agnes was also a member of the Nanaimo Chinese Memorial Society and the local chapter of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority. Agnes is survived by her husband Douglas; sons, Jim (Gwen) and Malcolm (Robyn); daughters, Jeanie and Susan (Mike); grandsons, Wade (Paola), Brandon and Cameron; granddaughters, Amy and Bonnie; sister, Ellen Groundwater (Harry); brother, Francis Stewart (Gwen), and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to express our appreciation for the wonderful care given to Agnes by all of the staff at Kiwanis Lodge. A Memorial Service will be held at Sands Funeral Chapel, 1 Newcastle Avenue, Nanaimo, at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 5, 2012. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Agnes may be made to a charity of your choice.
October 9, 1942 April 29, 2012 A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, May 6, 2012 from 11 a.m. 2p p.m. m at the family home in Lantzville. Lantzville In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the VGH & UBC Prostate Center in Robin’s name. Go to www.worldclasshealthcare.ca.
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It is with g great sadness that we announce the sudden p passing g of our son, brother, nephew, cousin, friend and father Darcy Lee Ohlson.
Darcy was born June 28th, 1967 in High River Alberta to parents JC and “Gramma” Judy. As a child Darcy was always smiling and making everyone laugh. He had an enormous spirit that was shared through his charisma. Darcyy was always y an entrepreneur p at heart and has created many successful businesses. He loved all motor sports p and you could always find Darcy in the mountains snowmobiling, g tearing g it up p on his motorbike or wrenching in the shop with “the guys”. Darcy had a love for food and cooking g and was always y hosting Sunday BBQ dinners at his house for his family and friends. Sadlyy Darcyy leaves behind the light g and love of his life his three beautiful children Alexandra (Sara, Tyler, Charlie), Dawson (Natacha, Ryan, Malaya) and Gabriel (Heather). Darcy loved his children more than anything in this world. He will be greatly missed byy his brothers, Dale (Rachel) and Darryl; y his Gramma Nufer (Millie); Auntie Bev (Don); Uncles Gerry a.k.a. “Buster” (Sharon) Greg g (Sally) and Reg, plus numerous cousins and extended family. Darcyy was predeceased p byy his g grandparents, p Mont and Maryy Ohlson; g grandfather, Wallyy Nufer and his Uncle Barney. y Darcyy was well loved byy his enormous familyy of friends. Darcy’s y generosityy and his love for life is what made him such a special g person in all of our lives. “We love you Daddy, the boys and I will miss you terribly…” A Celebration of Life, in memoryy of Darcy, y will be held at Sands Funeral Chapel p on Monday, y Mayy 7th at 1pm. p In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Ohlson Family bursary at Aspengrove p g School (250) 390-2201 to assist in Darcy’s childrens education fund.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the Estate of James Lawrence Bond, formerly of 201-145 Newcastle Ave, Nanaimo, BC, Canada V9S 4H7, deceased, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, c/o Edward Crimp, 1625 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo BC V9S 1G7 on or before May 26, 2012, after which date the Estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that of which it has notice.
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Rasmussen, Poul (Teddy) Passed away on April 30, 2012. Poul was born in Gelsted, Denmark on February 21, 1935. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Anni in 2007 and his son, Glenn in 2010. He will be sadly missed by his two daughters, Susan (John), Tammy (Ted); five grandsons: - Noel, Dean, Jason, Braden and Ryan and many family members in Denmark. Poul was past President and an active member of the Nanaimo Lions Club for more than 35 years; he took great pride in his “Lionism.” He was also a member of the Danish/Canadian Club in Nanaimo, his Danish heritage remained a part of his life until the end, he often said he wasn’t a “Good Dane” he was a “Great Dane!” Poul enjoyed many hobbies over the years; fishing, camping, woodwork, photography, metal detecting, slot machines and most recently his computer. His passion was gardening, he will always be remembered for his immaculate garden and his perfectly grown tomatoes! Poul always had a great sense of humor and loved hearing; but more often telling a funny joke! “Rest in peace Papa, we will always love you.” Please join us for a celebration of Poul’s life and share some of your memories with us on Saturday May 5th at 1:00 PM at the Bowen Complex (Activity Room #1) - 500 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Nanaimo Lions Club would be greatly appreciated.
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LICENSED SERVICE TECHNICIAN Fast growing Nanaimo Import Automotive Dealer is now accepting applications for a Licensed Service Technician. Please apply in person to the Service Manager. SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES Panorama Mountain Village is looking to fill a variety of summer positions. To see full job descriptions and apply go to www.panoramaresort.com/ employment
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD BARTENDER/SERVER required for Black Bear Pub in Nanaimo. Must have 5 years exp., be flexible and avail. nights & weekends. Apply on site with resume.
TRADES, TECHNICAL 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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LEGAL ASSISTANT HEATH LAW LLP, a Nanaimo law firm, requires a legal assistant with knowledge in the area of litigation. Please forward resume to 200-1808 Bowen Road, Nanaimo B.C. V9S 5W4, Attention: Chuck Blanaru Fax: 250-753-3949. E-mail in Word or PDF format to: consult@ nanaimolaw.com
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wanted for Island Veterinary Hospital, in beautiful Nanaimo, BC. The successful candidate will have excellent customer service skills and be a team player. Grooming experience required. Apply to Randy Langelier, Clinic Administrator at careers@islandvet.com
The right applicant will have: • Previous produce experience or similar • Experience ordering & buying • The ability to safely lift 50+ lbs, work in an indoor/outdoor environment with extreme temperature changes • Strong communication skills both verbal & written
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Advertising Consultant Ladysmith Chronicle Looking for part-time flexible hours? The Ladysmith Chronicle is searching for that special individual for part-time advertising sales. We are seeking a “team player” with organizational skills, sales experience, pleasant telephone skills and an ability and desire to work and learn in a fast paced, busy environment. If you are customer-driven and successoriented, we’d like to talk to you. You will also appreciate a very enjoyable working environment with great staff members. A regular work week will be 15 hours per week, the times of which are flexible. fl A vehicle is required and a gas allowance will be provided. Please forward resumé and cover letter by May 11, 2012 to: Teresa McKinley, Publisher Ladysmith/Chemainus Chronicle 341 B - 1st Ave. PO Box: 400 Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A3 Fax: 250-245-2260 e-mail: publisher@ladysmithchronicle.com Thank you to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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CLOCK/WATCH/JEWELLERY REPAIRS
GARDENING
HAULING AND SALVAGE
PLUMBING
FRIENDLY FRANK
TREE PRUNING HEDGE/SHRUB MAINTENANCE
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.
RETIRED PLUMBER Journeyman. Repairs & renovations. Call (250)390-1982.
SINGLE CAMPING bed on stand, $25, campers potty, $25, very good condition. (250)390-3126.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
DYNAMITE DEAN’S Rubbish Removal. Prompt, professional service. “No Messing Around!” 250-616-0625, 250-754-6664.
CLOCK & WATCH REPAIRS 3rd generation watch maker. Antique & grandfather clock specialist. (250)618-2962.
MAKE ROOM FOR SPRING! 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Will remove & recycle your unwanted items responsibly. Call us or book online & save!
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
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
BLUE OX Home Services. Expert Handyman & Renovation Services: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, tiling, painting, lawn & garden. Refs avail. Insured. 250-713-4409.
MOVING. MUST sell. Kenmore HE3 Washer & Dryer. Call 250-756-0265.
ELECTRICAL
BRYAN GRIFFIN CONSTRUCTION Home & Bath Reno’s, Doors & Windows, Vinyl Siding & Soffits, and more. Insured. Free Estimates. 250-390-2601
1A ELECTRICIAN, licenced, bonded, Small Jobs Specialist, panel upgrades and renos. All work guaranteed since 1989. Rob at 250-732-PLUG (7584).
GARDENING QUALITY YARD CARE Clean-up, lawn & garden maintenance, hedge trimming. Free Estimates. Licenced. (250)616-4286, (250)751-1517 ROB’S YARD Work. Reliable, honest. No job too small. Lawn maintenance, hedging, power washing, gutters, haul away. Insured. Free estimates. (250)729-5411
HANDYPERSONS ALL REPAIRS in Tiling, Drywall, Painting, Plumbing and Carpentry. Free estimates. Call 250-245-0388. OLD FASHIONED HANDYMAN Drywall, tile, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting. Quality work. No HST. Reasonable prices. 250-616-9095.
HAULING AND SALVAGE FREE QUOTES. Same Day Rubbish Removal, yard waste etc. $40 & up + disposal fees. Moving, deliveries, demolition, pruning. Jason 250-668-6851 GARY FORTIN’S HAULING. One call does it all. Clean-up and disposal. (250) 618-1413.
HELP WANTED
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Richard 250-729-7809
A-ONE PAINTING and Wallpapering. Serving Nanaimo for 28 years . Senior Discount. Free estimates. 250-741-0451
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FURNITURE BRAND NEW LUXURY Queen size pillow top Mattress set in original pkg. leftover from large hotel order, 800 coils. Compare at $1199 - Liquidation $490. Eleven available. King Sets $705. Delivery available. Text or call 1(250)334-7527 to reserve set or email: northisland@themattressguy.ca
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INGLIS WASHER and dryer, 3-4 yrs old, work great, $99 obo. Call 250-758-4356.
FOR SALE BY OWNER
LRG DOG crate- 39x26x30, new $189.99, asking $99. Like new, clean. (250)758-2786.
BOOMERS / ZOOMERS 1826 sq.ft. One level. Luxury Townhome! $349K. 1-250-757-8429
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PAINTING
Interested individuals are invited to submit a handwritten covering letter and detailed resume to the undersigned no later than 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 10, 2012.
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This is a union position with an hourly rate of $22.07. Applicants with municipal experience will be given preference.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
LANDSCAPING
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
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BREVILLE PANNI Electric grill, used twice, $50. Call 778441-0025.
HUBCITY MOVERS & Rubbish Disposal: 2 men w/cube van. $75/hr. (250)753-0112.
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
L.H. BURNER Driver R. Flex 10.5, new. $220. Call (250)586-6673.
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2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)753-6633.
The District of Lantzville is currently seeking applications from interested individuals who are willing to provide assistance to the District on an “as needed” basis (e.g., vacation relief, tax/ utility billing, elections and/or referendums, etc.) Hours and time of work will vary and are strictly dependent on the needs of the District.
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MOVING & STORAGE
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HELP WANTED
Duties will include (but may not be limited to): • Conscientiously dealing with the public, elected officials and all levels of staff in a team environment • Minimum typing speed: 60 wpm • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook • Computer cash receipting and operating of other office related equipment • Basic office experience plus 1-12 months prior job related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
AGILE HOME REPAIR & Improvement. Fully insured, interior/exterior repairs and upgrades. Ian 250-714-8800.
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ACORN HOME SERVICES Home improvements. Repairs. Doors/windows. Custom made arbors, decks, sunrooms, awnings, fences & lots more! Garry, 250-591-7474. www.acornhomeservices.ca
Ivan 250-758-0371
U-NEED-A-NERD Friendly onsite professional computer, website and design services. Jason is BACK! 250-585-8160 or visit: jasonseale.com
VIRDIGRIS GARDENING: Garden Maintenance, Consultation, Renovation & New Design. Call Guy 250-740-2505 or see http://www.virdigrisgardening.com
HELP WANTED
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COMPUTER SERVICES COMPUTER PRO $30 service call for home or office. Mobile Certified Technician. Senior’s Discounts. 250-802-1187.
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Bayview FUN FAIR Fundraiser. Table rentals for garage sale items. May 10, 2-7pm. 250-754-3231.
NANAIMO- 5431 Alta Vista Dr (off Lost Lake Rd) Sat, May 5, 9am-1pm. Misc items. Large variety! quality cedar arbors & planter boxes, bird feeders, trestles.
FIVE Family Garage Sale, 415 Lambert Avenue, Lots of items like, Tools, Home Furnishings, Electronics, Baby Items and much much more. 9am to 3pm Saturday, May 5th. Don’t miss out!
FLEA MARKET MOOSE HALL ~ OUTSIDE
Every Sunday starting May 6th, 9am-2pm. 1356 Cranberry Ave., off Trans Canada Hwy, behind new Coop Gas Bar. Table rentals $15. Call Frank to INQUIRE. (250)816-1233 HAREWOOD, 601 Bruce Ave. Sat, May 5th, 8am-3pm & Sun, May 6th, 8:30-12noon. Wood lathe, wood carving tools, project books, bdrm furn., keyboard, 17” summer tires, hshld variety. Rain or Shine J I N G L E P OT / U N I V E R S I T Y 199 King Rd. (near Splitsville) Sat, May 5th, 9am-1pm. MultiFamily. Lizard terrarium, computer items, household, baby itmes, video games & more. LABIEUX May 5, May 6 & May 7 (sat,sun,mon) 2445 Labieux from 10-3. Lots of stuff!!! LANTZVILLE HERITAGE Church, 7244 Lantzville Rd. Annual Spring Plant & Garage Sale! Fri, May 4, 11am-5pm, Sat, May 5, 9am-1pm. Something for everyone! Donations may be dropped off at the Church on Wed or Thurs before the sale. Contact Judy 250-729-0510 or Sylvia 250751-2081. NANAIMO, 2144 Balcarra Pl. May 4-6 (9-6). Massive moving sale. Original art & prints, musical instruments, designer furn. exercise equip. Fridge, stove, microwave, books, CD’s, outdoor equip, grdn furn & tools, Too much to list.
NANAIMO- 6440 South Ampton Rd, Sat & Sun, May 5 & 6, 9am-4pm. Antiques, furniture and more! NANAIMO NEIGHBOURHOOD Garage Sale, Saturday, May 5, 8am-1pm. Quill Drive (between Ross Town & Labieux Road. N. NANAIMO, 6512 Kestrel Cres., Sat, May. 5, 8am-2pm. Multi-Family Sale. Too many items to list. N.NANAIMO. MOVING Sale. Sat & Sun, May 5 & 6, 9am1pm. Motorized scooter, various household items, some furniture. 4837 Lost Lake Rd. NORTH NANAIMO- 718 Isleview Place (off of Blueback) Fri, 10am-4pm, Sat, 8am-3pm, Sun, 10am-4pm. May 4, 5 & 6. Lots of interesting things for everybody. Camping equipment, gas weed eater, tools and household items. OLD CITY QUARTER Garage sale!! 387 Machleary st., Sat. May 5th 9am-1pm ST. PHILIP’S PLANT SALE Sat, May 5th, 9am-2pm. 7113 Lantzville Rd, Lantzville. Great variety/healthy plants. Master Gardeners onsite for advice. TOWNSITE AREA on Sat. May 5th, 9-1 at 762 Townsite Rd. Collectibles, china, indoor & outdoor toys, books, wine stuff, kennels & plants. UPLANDS, 3514 Fairview Dr., Sat, May. 5, 9am-2pm. Kids toys & clothing, sports gear, stereo equipment, fishing gear, boating gear, scuba gear, household items, furniture, adult clothing, books, video games and much more.
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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
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CENTRAL Nanaimo- 3 bdrm Townhome- Open concept, reno’d. $179,900 (250)755-3003.
S.NANAIMO. RENO’D 3-Bdrm 1.5 bath + rec room, SxS. W/D hook-up.N/S, pet neg. $1050.+ utils. June 1. 250-754-6514
UNIVERSITY AREA, new, clean, quiet, level entry 2 bdrm, walk to VIU, mins to downtown & parkway with walking trails outside your door, incls utils, cable, internet, W/D, alarm, no parties, N/S, $895 mo. 250-716-3264.
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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO $650 & Up. 1681 Boundary Ave. New Management. 2 bdrm unit. Avail Immed & May 1. Senior discount. Hot water included, balconies, elevator, controlled entrance, coin-op laundry, storage & parking. Call Mgr at 250-618-4510. DOWNTOWN NANAIMO$650 includes utilities. Senior friendly building, 1 bdrm, clean, spacious, recently updated. Available Now or May 1. Free parking/storage. Call (250)753-9201.
HOSPITAL AREA
1 bdrm, FREE Heat, H/W & storage. Near hospital, shopping. New paint, flooring. Adult building, security cameras. From $700 plus mo. Call 250-753-6656. LADYSMITH- 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1250sq ft, ocean view like new condo. Pet friendly, 5 appliances. $995. (250)802-1520. LONG LAKE MANOR, 3108 Barons Rd. 1 bdrm, close to all amenities. 250-751-1341 NANAIMO. SPOTLESS, quiet Bachelor $585 or 1 Bedroom, $685. Close to ferry and harbour walk. Intercom, elevator. Free hot water, sauna. N/S, N/P. Refs req’d. 250-753-8633
NORTH NANAIMO
1 & 2 Bdrm. Updated kitchen, New flooring & appls. Bright, quiet, secure adult oriented. Free H/W.
250-758-1246
Reno’d 1 & 2 BDRMS (Hospital Area) New balcony & paint. Free storage & parking. Quiet bldg w/ security cameras. Avail now & May 1. From $675 plus.
250-754-2936
APARTMENTS FURNISHED NANAIMO, OLD Quarter, ocean view, furnished luxury, 1 bdrm w/den condo, 3 yrs old “Vivo Bldg” $1050 mo inclds utils & underground parking. Avail May 15. 250-510-6555.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES 2 BEDROOM Duplex, Beach Drive, Chemainus. W/D, HW floors, Ocean views, Pet ok. Jun 1st. 250-516-2527, shawn.sig@shaw.ca BRECHIN: BRIGHT 2-bdrm. exec walk-out, yard, carport. 5 appls. NS/NP. Refs req’d. $925 + utils. (250)754-2490. NORTH NANAIMO- 3 bdrm, 2 bath. Clean, bright, new carpet/paint, family home. W/D hookup. Close to amenities. $995. Available May 1. Call (250)758-4871.
HOMES FOR RENT DOWNTOWN AREA, 2 bdrm house, 800 sq ft, W/D, small yard, on bus route, $800 mo + utils. Call (250)754-9175. LADYSMITH 3 bdrm, 2 storey home, small yard, NS/NP, D/W, $895 mo. Avail April. 15. Call 1-250-248-4816. Move in May 15 2 BEDROOM HOUSE Near VIU, Old Town, grocery, Starbucks & Shoppers. Recently painted, newly renovated bathroom, hardwood floors, W/D, basement ideal for storage. $1295 + utilities.
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NANAIMO: 2 bdrm Patio/Garden home in clean 55+ complex. Reno’d, 7 appl, storage, tool shed. Close Bowen Park etc. NS/NP Ref’s $950+ util’s. Call 250-619-6134.
SUITES, UPPER COUNTRY CLUB Mall/beach, 2 blks, Loft-Heritage House, 700 sq, sunken tub, breakfast bar, open layout with 1 sm bdr fits qu bed & very small den or walk in. $695 inclusive, N/S, pics Kijiji 1 bdr. 250-668-2291 HOSPITAL AREA, 2 bdrm suite, F/S, W/D, close to bus, N/S, N/P, $750 mo + utils. Avail now. Call 778-866-8251. NANAIMO(UNIVERSITY area) lrg renovated 3 bdrm upper, decks, F/P, D/W, W/D, parking. NS, no partiers, cat ok. Refs. June. 1. $1250 inclds utils. (250)713-9486.
TOWNHOUSES
NANAIMOSOUTH End. Sunny 1000 sq ft 2 bdrm. Full bath. 2 appls, lrg deck. REF’S REQ’D. 40% hydro. $750./mo. 1 (778)883-8703. Avail. now.
C. NANAIMO, clean, spacious, newer 2 bdrm, 2 level, 5 appls, Bowen Rd., no dogs, $850 mo. 1-250-474-0545.
ROYSTON RD., 3 bdrm, F/S, D/W, ref’s, N/S, $1100 mo + garbage/water. (250)338-6689
TRANSPORTATION
RUTHERFORD AREA. Older 2-level home. 1800 sq.ft. 3 bdrm, 2 bath. 3 appl’s, lrg deck, fenced yard. Ref’s req’d. NS/NP. Avail June 1st. $1250. /mo + utils. (250)758-1963.
RV PADS RV SITE Nanoose Bay- on private estate, all inclusive including internet, very private, pet friendly. Rent negotiable. Call (250)751-0058.
SUITES, LOWER 2BDRM BASEMENT suite. Close to VIU. N/P, N/S. (250)591-4141 or 667-2139. 2 BDRM GL. N. Nanaimo. Clean/bright, WD, hydro. NS NP. Ref Req. Jun 1. $790. 250-756-6076 2 BDRM University area (legal) Sep entry, new appls, laundry. N/P, N/S. $800. 250616-7638 wade@sailwest.ca LADYSMITH, LOWER 1 bdrm + den, $750 mo, black granite counters & S/S appls, W/D, radiant under floor heat/hydro incl, half blk to town centre/all shops/trolley, parking, N/S, small pet ok, avail immed. Call (250)797-0877. NANAIMO- (near downtown) new home 1 bdrm fully furn’d, level entry,priv backyard, quiet neighbourhood inclds hydro & wifi, W/D. N/S. refs req’d, avail June 1, $900. 250-591-7715. NANAIMO (NEAR University) 2 bdrm bsmt suite, N/P, N/S, incls heat, hydro, water, appls, lndry, $800. (250)739-1071. rentnanaimo@gmail.com NANAIMO- new 2 bdrm suite, W/D, D/W, steps to VIU, civic arena, pool. Parking. NS/NP. May 1. $800. (250)758-5179. N. NANAIMO, - 1 bdrm, priv entrance & patio. NS/NP. $750 inclds utils & W/D. Refs req’d. Avail now. Call (250)751-2068
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