Alberni Valley News, July 05, 2012

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Page 16 Former ADSS Armada athlete Brooke Pighin competes in Olympic trials.

Page 3 More than 240 ADSS grads crossed the stage in full splendor on June 29.

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Vol. 6 No. 45

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ADSS Grade 12 graduates Raven Sieber-Fowler, left, escort Jordan O’Donovan, and Samantha Paquette, right, and travel by horse-drawn carriage to the grad ceremony at the AV Multiplex.

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CLASS OF 2012

Grade 12 student Taylor Shewchuk receives her certificate from ADSS principal Mike Ruttan at the grad ceremony held at the Alberni Valley Multiplex. (Right) Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council President Cliff Atleo stresses a point during his speech. (Far left), Olivia Shewish and Keanna Hamilton arrive at the AV Multiplex. Hamilton wore a button blanket with a raven crest in honour of her mother’s Nisga’a ancestry; (Left) A bevy of responsibly celebrating grads travels in a power boat as part of the grad parade from the old ADSS on Burde Street to the AV Multiplex. (Left bottom) A beaming Eric Wu receives his certificate of completion from ADSS principal Mike Ruttan.

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Alberni celebrates Canada’s 145th birthday Left, Port Alberni City Councillor Wendy LeeKerr blows a kiss to the crowd during the Canada Day Parade on Sunday. Below, members of Port Alberni’s South Asian community help celebrate Canada Day aboard their float. Canadians of South Asian descent have lived in the Alberni Valley since the early 1900s. SONJA DRINKWATER/ ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

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Piper Jillings, age 3, takes in the Canada Day Parade as it trundled along 10th Avenue on Sunday afternoon.

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RCMP camp gives teens hands-on depot experience JULIA CARANCI SPECIAL TO THE NEWS

Twelve determined Alberni teens have committed to five days of RCMP Depot Division -like training that will test their mettle to the limit. The goal? To help them decide whether or not policing is the right career for them. Officials at the Port Alberni RCMP Detachment announced several months ago they would run the RCMP Youth Camp, a first for the city. However, it is modeled after similar successful programs in places like Prince George, B.C. The camp allows senior Alberni District Secondary School students who have an interest in pursuing a lawenforcement career - policing, security, conservation - the chance to see what training conditions are like and get some hands-on experience. Denae Edgar,16, is

one of those eager young recruits. The ADSS student and basketball player says becoming a police officer is “her first career choice. It’s what I have wanted since I was 11-yearsold,” the teen said. She hopes to go on to university then be recruited into the RCMP after graduation. Matt McLeod, 16, is also keen to one day join the force. “They make a big difference in the community,” he said. All week the teens will be treated as cadets in a depotlike environment. They have sleeping quarters set up at the Port Alberni Black Sheep Rugby Club and will eat, sleep and train together. They will be taught about the Criminal Code, be introduced to forensic IDent services, perform rigorous physical training such as running and marching, learn

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Twelve “recruits” and their instructors at the inaugural RCMP Youth Camp here in Port Alberni prepare to have their physical and mental limits tested over the next five days at E.J. Dunn Middle School on Monday night.

police defense tactics and spend a day supervised at the firing range. Another highlight, an investigator will go through a true recent major crime case with the students. He will lay out the crime, then how the entire investigation unfolded, from interviews to arrests

and convictions. Following their graduation on Thursday, the teens will receive a certificate of completion and have a basic understanding of what policing is about. “This will tell them whether or not they are suited for the profession,” said

Port Alberni RCMP Cpl. Jen Allan, who helped organize the camp, along with RCMP school resource officer Const. Shelly

Schedewitz. The successful candidates, three girls and nine boys, were chosen after a rigorous application process, which included physical testing and a formal interview. For example, they had to run a half-mile in under 15 minutes, perform a minimum of 15 push-ups in a minute and at least 30 sit-ups in a minute. “Many of the candidates surpassed our expectations,” Allan said. The interviewtested candidates for important police officer characteristics: dedication, honesty, integrity and compassion. Many of the applicants had never been through a formal interview before.

Schedewitz said the camp is a natural extension of career talks she holds at Alberni District Secondary School. “There are a large number of youth who are interested in policing as a career,” she said. Greg Freethy, School District 70 teacher and career education co-ordinator, agreed. “It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore the career of policing,” he said. “It’s going to be intense, but they will look back on it as a fun experience.” Freethy, who knows most of the “cadets,” is the only nonmember instructor at the camp. The camp is worth four work experience credits for students who participate.

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NEWS The Alberni Valley News is published every Thursday by Black Press Ltd., 4656 Margaret St., Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 6H2. Phone: (250) 723-6399. Fax: (250) 723-6395. Classifieds: (250) 310-3535. The Alberni Valley News is distributed free to 9,800 households in Port Alberni, Cherry Creek, Sproat Lake and Beaver Creek. The Alberni Valley News is Vancouver Island owned and operated. 2012 CCNA

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The future they’ll inherit Rough seas ahead for BC Ferries We’ve all seen at least one of them — the bumper sticker on a trailer or RV that reads, “I’m spending my grandchildrens’ inheritance.” It’s supposed to be funny or clever or otherwise amusing, but it’s not. It’s true. We’re burning their oil, polluting their water, spending their money and generally wrecking their planet – and they won’t thank us for it. Back in 1992, the International Institute for Sustainable Development made a point of calling for governments to look down the road. “We cannot simply think of our survival; each new generation is responsible to ensure the survival of the seventh generation. The prophecy given to us, tells us that what we do today will affect the seventh generation and because of this we must bear in mind our responsibility to them today and always.” The idea of looking seven generations down the road is a key component we should all be thinking about particularly hard these days as the climate continues to change and our leaders and the power structures that support them seem not only unable but also entirely unwilling to do anything about it. In fact, the Canadian government is rolling back even the entirely insufficient measures that have been taken in a race to develop and export as much of Canada’s rich resource heritage as quickly as possible. There’s a good reason for that, of course. Our corporate culture demands maximizing profit and it demands it now. Future generations – those little tykes wearing the short pants on the tricycles in the backyard – they don’t count for pretty much anything. We should think about why that is and what we can do about it. We’re running out of time to make the changes they need. — Comox Valley Record

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ICTORIA – BC Ferries has begun its summer schedule, ramping up sailings for the vacation season that is crucial to the fleet’s bottom line. It’s been rough sailing for BC Ferries so far this year. The corporation released its financial results in June, reporting a net loss of $16.5 million, compared to net earnings of $3.8 million the previous year. Last year’s earnings were boosted by the sale of the former corporate headquarters for $9.3 million, preventing a loss there as well. In the fiscal year that ended March 31, vehicle traffic was down 3.5 per cent and walk-on passengers were down 2.8 per cent. As a result, BC Ferries is forecasting a “small loss” for this year as well. The spring “Coast

Saver” sale has just ended. That’s a 37-per-cent discount offered Fridays through Mondays, May 25 to June 25 on the major runs from the mainland to Victoria and Nanaimo. The discounts allowed a foot passenger to cross for $9.95 and a car and driver for $39.95. I asked BC Ferries CEO Mike Corrigan last week how the sale went. He didn’t have final figures yet, but he allowed that the boost in traffic was “marginal.” It’s the second year that the spring sale has been offered over weekends, when people are more likely to travel. But instead of generating additional trips, Corrigan said the main effect has been to shift traffic from midweek to weekends. One of the primary reasons for this spring’s

poor performance is the lousy weather that kept people at home. Gasoline at $1.40 a litre is another big one. Hotels and other tourism services tell the same story. Here’s another problem: student traffic on the ferries was down by a third this spring, because teachers cancelled field trips as part of their lengthy work-to-rule campaign. The simplistic political debate about ferry service starts and ends with rising fares, with occasional fits of temper over executive salaries, and ignores the other factors. Just cut the fares and increase the taxpayer subsidy, say the NDP and their local echo chambers. Of course, taxpayers are already pitching in an extra $80 million this year, bringing the subsidy

‘The simplistic political debate about ferry service starts and ends with rising fares... and ignores the other factors.’

TO COMMENT … We welcome your original comments on editorials, columns, on topics in the Alberni Valley News or any subjects important to you. Only letters that include name, address, and day and evening phone numbers and that are verified by the Alberni Valley News can be considered for publication. Letters to the editor and articles submitted to the Alberni Valley News may be published or distributed in print, electronic or other forms. The Alberni Valley News is a member of the B.C. 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.

to the ferries close to $200 million. That’s how Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom sweetened the pot as he unveiled new powers for B.C. Ferry Commissioner Gord Macatee to set service levels as well as regulate fares. Macatee’s task now is to travel the coast and endure the demands of island dwellers who want the rest of us to subsidize their splendid isolation. The proposition for them will boil down to this: You can pay more or you can have fewer sailings. And where the boat is a third full, you will have fewer sailings. This consultation period is an opportunity to ask some hard questions. For instance, does Saltspring Island really need three ferry terminals? And why is there no passenger-only service? Macatee’s term as commissioner started with a detailed review last year that pointed to some other ways to save serious money. Continued / 9

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Cyber reservation to take six years From / 8 But CEO Corrigan says there are no quick fixes. FortisBC has offered an $11 million incentive for conversion of marine vessels to natural gas, which would give the fleet significant relief from spiraling fuel costs. But a ferry conversion would take six months or more, and another vessel would be needed in the meantime.

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Another promising suggestion is overhauling the ferry reservation service, making reservations free and charging extra for those who just show up. Corrigan says a computer reservation overhaul is underway, but it will take three years. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com

To the editor, A couple of weeks ago I was talking with a friend about the Occupy Movement. I have been giving this idea a lot of thought ever since its inception in New York last October. The main focus of my consideration of occupy has been “how does it apply to me in my community?” The first thing seems to be the need for a recognition of the problem. We are facing huge environmental, economic and social challenges, the likes of which we have never seen before. Almost every part of our lives, from the toothpaste we use first thing in the morning to the coffee we drink, the clothes we wear, the food we eat, the homes we live in, our transportation, our investments, our entertainment and the news we receive, are controlled by huge corporations which take little responsibility for the impact their products have on our lives and the planet. We are also in an age when governments are less able to curb the power of these

corporations. Once we recognize that corporations have such power in our lives, and governments are doing little to curb it, we need to see that the real solutions lie with each of us in our daily lives. Each of us has an individual responsibility for society and the planet. If we each do our part, there will be a powerful impact which could bring the necessary changes quicker than we can imagine. The first thing we need to do is to become informed about the multitude aspects of the problem on a global, national and community level. Then we need to learn how these aspects intersect with our personal day-today lives. We need to start taking more responsibility for the food we eat, the clothes we wear, for all of our other consumption, our garbage, our transportation, our leisure time, the contributions we make to our community, and the way we relate with our neighbours. We also need to take responsibility

for democracy in our communities and our country. This means becoming informed of current events, and recognizing our political responsibility; from voting in elections to expressing our views to politicians and the media, (both traditional and social) to demonstrating in the streets. This is what it means to me to Occupy Port Alberni. If each of us could do this, I think we would be surprised with the difference we could make. John Mayba, Port Alberni

City picking up prov. tab To the editor, The B.C Provincial government Ministry of Social Development only provides financial, not “social” assistance. Otherwise, clients are referred to their municipal social service agencies for everything else they need. So if my community of Port Alberni is continually being approached by municipal social service agencies for resources, then why doesn’t city council

tap the provincial government for necessary funding to deal with these requests? The appropriateness of funding to be determined by individual municipalities where these agencies reside, instead of bureaucrats in Victoria making arms-length decisions for applicants. Why should the city be picking up the tab for the provincial government’s responsibility if they were to truly provide “social” services? Liz Stonnard, Port Alberni

Mother of one gives thanks To the editor, On Saturday, June 23, my 14-month-old son and I were in a hurry to get to a friend’s baby shower in Campbell River. As I came around the corner by Angel Rock, along Cameron Lake, I lost traction and my car ended up upside down in the ditch. While this experience was terrifying, my son and I luckily walked away with only minor injuries. I am writing this letter to thank

everyone who stopped to help us that day. In my state I didn’t get any names of the Good Samaritans, so I am hoping that either they, or someone who knows them, are reading this. To all who helped, your kindness and compassion will always be remembered by myself and by my family. To the first man who arrived on the scene, thank you for helping me get my son out of his car-seat and for directing traffic around the accident. To the off-duty RCMP officer and her son, thank you for controlling the scene, letting us sit in your vehicle and entertaining my son while we waited for the ambulance to arrive. To the man who stayed and observed my son and I while we waited, thank you for your calm demeanor and kindness. And to everyone else on the scene who helped direct traffic, called 911 and stayed and waited to make sure we were safe, Thank you, thank you, thank you. I am forever grateful. Kristin Kerr-Donohue, Port Alberni

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Health tip: Sweet foods and beverages should be eaten in small amounts and only at meal times. Follow with brushing.

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ust as the eyes are windows to the soul, the mouth can be a glimpse of physical health of the body. Oral hygiene is vital to good health in the future. Cavities and tooth loss can influence how and what can be eaten over time and may affect your overall nutrition in the longterm. The gums can be a gateway to the bloodstream and with the millions of bacteria in the mouth, if proper brushing/ flossing is not a priority, plaque may build up, resulting in gingivitis, periodontal disease and tooth decay. Chronic gum inflammation and periodontal disease is a risk factor for health problems in the longterm, including heart and lung disease, stroke and diabetes. Dental health

professionals, such as hygienists can assist with early detection of any oral health problems and can help with prevention and developing a strategy for improved dental care. For more information refer to Canadian Dental Association http:// www.cda-adc.ca/en/ oral_health/index. asp and the BC Dental Associationhttp:// www.bcdental.org/ Dental_Health/ Default.aspx?id=6195 Certain foods eaten daily, along with timing of meals/ snacks can have an impact on the teeth overtime. Sugar in food can be one of the main causes of tooth decay. Sweet foods and beverages should be eaten in smaller amounts and at mealtimes, instead of at snack times, unless regular brushing is part of the routine. The following is list of foods that may promote cavities. Limit sticky, sweet foods that are more difficult to brush off

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Pighin looks to Brazil in 2016 WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

Former Port Alberni athlete Brooke Pighin’s bid to throw javelin in the 2012 Olympics in London England has fallen short. But the indomitable Pighin sees a silver lining in the situation. “This just leaves me more time to train for the 2016 Olympics in Brazil. It’s what I always wanted since I was a kid,� Pighin said from her home in Seattle. Pighin pulled up short at the Olympic qualifying event last week in Calgary, Alta. She had legal throws of 44 and 46 metres before fouling on her next two throws. B.C. athlete Elizabeth Gleadle took first place with a throw of 60 metre, while second and third place finishers Krista Woodward and Tiffany Perkins took second and third place respectively with

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taking a year off to rehabilitate her arm after elbow surgery two years ago. The Olympic trials weren’t Pighin’s only honour this year. The University of Washington student graduated this year with degrees in sociology with an emphasis in marketing, and diversity. Pighin makes it home to Port Alberni less often these days but says she enjoys her stays with family and friends when she’s here.“They have a nice lake here in Seattle. It’s nice but it’s not Sproat Lake,� Pighin said. Track shorts... Pighin is trying to raise funds to underwrite her Olympic bid in 2016. Her online fundraiser can be found at www. indiegogo.com/ brookepighin. Donations of any amount can be contributed at the site for the next 50 days.

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Golf is life; life is golf Strike three — you’re up JOAN THOMPSON

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“Strike three” doesn’t necessarily mean your “out”. The ladies of the 18 hole division had a chance to make a home run between the rain drops today with the ball sweep theme of “strike three”. They got to subtract the total of their three worst holes from their total gross score. Marie Randall

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came running home with a score of 76. Teresa Cutting and Pat Nicklin tied for second with their score of 80. It was Teresa who took it by retrogression. The Monthly Medal was in contention and was also a tie between Marie Randall and Katy Cyr. Here again retrogression was used to determine the

winner and Randall took it. Carol Bouchard had the challenge pin in her grasp and was challenged by Sandra Simpson. Bouchard retained it and has already been challenged by Gayle Rhodes for next Tuesday morning’s play. The real challenge here is to see who can keep the pin the longest. Today’s low gross winner was Ilona McCleod with her score of 93. Low net was taken by Carol

Hastings with her placing of 72. Qualifying for the Zone 6, four-ball tournament to be played at Morningstar Golf Course on Aug. 8 are Team one: B-Jay Harper and Pat Nicklin, low net; team two: Carol Hastings and Shirley Goodman, low net; Team three:, Teresa Cutting and Claudia Romaniuk, low gross; Stand-by team, Sandra Simpson and Olga Kanigan. Next week will be our Bea Kullman field day.

Golf, pizza, life is good at Hollies PATRICK LITTLE Hollies Golf

Do you know what a hickory hacker golfer is? One definition may be a person who either collects or plays golf with hickory shafted golf clubs. But a pizza from the Port Alberni Pizza Factory may

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have been the start of Port Alberni’s first ever Hickory Hacker event. Warren Bailey, a retired surgeon originally from the United States and now living in Qualicum Beach, entered the

pizza business on Argyle Street for some of Port Alberni’s finest pizza and saw Alien Sports around the corner. There, on the hunt for hickory shafted golf clubs, Warren was referred to us by

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Retiree Brian Petch, centre front and staff of Gill School take out their fellow teacher for lunch at the Alberni Golf Course. Petch taught in Port Alberni for 12 of his 32 years as a teacher. The last 18 years were teaching music.

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The Golden Oldies Car Show fell on Canada Day and this former resident of the Valley, Blair Meadows decided that since he was in the neighbourhood would enter the show. Meadows is now from Winnipeg but is considering moving back to the Island. Meadows graduated in 1981 and then went into the forces and has served around the world. He entered his 1994 jeep and said that especially after serving his country he has become even more patriotic.

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Duncan Centennial Totem Pole Project Request for Proposals Duncan Tourism Totem Sub-Committee/ Duncan Business Improvement Area Society The City of Duncan Tourism Totem Sub-Committee (City) and the Duncan Business Improvement Area Society (DBIAS) would like to commission a commemorative totem pole to celebrate Duncan’s centennial year. Master Artists with experience carving totem poles are encouraged to submit a proposal that meets the criteria laid out in this Request for Proposals.

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Design Details, SpeciďŹ cations, and Deadlines: Design: Preference is for the Artist to incorporate Coast Salish aspects into the cedar carving. The story depicted will commemorate the 100 year history of the City of Duncan. Log Dimensions and Criteria: The cedar log measurements are to be minimally 30 ft. in length, 2 ft. in diameter at top, and 3 ft. at bottom. The log must be of exceptional quality. Model Totem Poles (maquettes): The applicant selected to carve the Totem Pole must carve and paint to scale, two 18 inch tall yellow cedar totem poles. The maquettes must be completed prior to beginning the carving of the 30 ft. pole. These will serve as models for the actual pole. Completion Date: The two 18 inch tall totem pole maquettes must be completed by October 1, 2012. A penalty up to 10% may be imposed upon failure to meet requirements and deadlines outlined in the RFP and the contract. A realistic timeline for completion of the 30 ft. totem pole must be included with the proposal. For full proposal requirements, please view at www.duncan.ca – Jobs, RFPs & Tenders Three (3) copies of the proposal should be received by 2:00 pm, local time, July 17, 2012 at the Duncan Business Improvement Area Society ofďŹ ce, 203-111 Station Street, Duncan, BC, V9L 1M8. Questions about this Request for Proposals document can be directed to: Peter de Verteuil at 250-746-6126 or via email at peter@duncan.ca

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Tye, 13, is in Grade 6 and is really excited about summer vacation. Tye plans on going camping and visiting his Grandma in Yukon. Tye does an excellent job each week delivering 82 papers to residents and businesses in North Port. Tye has been a carrier with the Alberni Valley News for almost three years and likes to save up his route money. Along with our thanks, Tye received some Black Press merchandise and a $10 gift card from Walmart! SIGN UP NOW TO BE A PAPER CARRIER AND GET A FREE GIFT

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Instructors Logging Fundamentals Training Western Forest Products Inc. is currently developing an innovative program to train individuals interested in a career in the logging industry. The Company is seeking applications from individuals who would like to be considered for the two available Instructor positions required to deliver a 7-week pilot program this fall (Sept/Oct). Utilizing the WorkSafe BC “Cable Yarding Systems” and “Grapple Yarder and Supersnorkel” Handbooks as a guide, the Program is designed to provide entry level logging skills. Using a combination of classroom instruction and hands on training at an instructional logging site, the Instructors will teach the students the foundation skills of safety, environmental awareness, and job skills, necessary to be successful in both Highlead Tower and Grapple Yarding settings. The Program will be taught at the Company’s Englewood Forest Operation, located 1.5 hours north of Campbell River and 1 hour south of Port McNeill. The Instructors will be responsible to assist with finalizing the Program’s curriculum and delivery of the 2012 pilot project and the planned 2013 Program (three 7-week programs, May to October). Individuals interested in this opportunity must have extensive knowledge and experience on the operational side of the logging industry and ideally have worked as a “hooktender” during that time. Strong communication skills, patience and a demonstrated ability to teach are all necessary requirements for these positions. Compensation for these contract positions is based upon the candidates’ skill, knowledge and experience. 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. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please submit resumes in confidence to: Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com Application Deadline: Monday, July 9, 2012 Reference Code: Instructor, Logging Fundamentals Training

Logging Fundamentals Training Western Forest Products Inc. has developed an innovative program to train individuals interested in a career in the logging industry. The Company is seeking applications from individuals who wish to be considered for the available positions in this 7-week pilot project scheduled this fall (Sept/Oct). Utilizing the WorkSafe BC “Cable Yarding Systems” and “Grapple Yarder and Supersnorkel” Handbooks as a guide, the Program is designed to provide entry level logging skills. Using a combination of classroom instruction and hands on training at an instructional logging site, the students will learn the foundation skills of safety, environmental awareness, and job skills, necessary to be successful in both Highlead Tower and Grapple Yarding settings. The Program will be taught at the Company’s Englewood Forest Operation, located 1.5 hours north of Campbell River and 1 hour south of Port McNeill. Individuals interested in this opportunity must be motivated, physically fit, conscientious and have a clear interest in logging as a career. Applicants selected for advancement in the selection process, will participate in the Company’s standard employment selection process. Further information on this program can be found at: www. westernforest.com in the People/Careers section. Once in People/Careers, please look for Logging Fundamentals Training in the Careers, Current Postings section. 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. If you believe that you have the qualifications that we are looking for, please submit resume in confidence to: Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com Application Deadline: Monday, July 9, 2012 Reference Code: Logging Fundamentals Training

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PUBLIC AUCTION Saturday, July 7th, 2012 Estate public on site auction in Port Alberni partial list includes by not limited to...approx. 500 bails of hay, international front end loader, nodel A-AR John deer tractor, model M John Deer dractor, new holland wagon / stacker, bail elevator, new holland manure spreader, harrow sets. custom built welder, John Deer plow, flexi coil post pounder, New Holland 310 bailer, John deer front end loader, lot of fencing posts, massey Ferguson disk harrow, international seed drill, Rexon dril press, packer spreader, ladders, telescope, compressors, John Deer power generator, over head hoist, many many hand and shop tools, collectables, vintage furnature, house hold items, saddle, saddle vice, black smith vice, specialty tools, vintage hand tools, vehicles, cattle hauler, and more THIS IS A PARTIAL LIST ONLY ...this is a large sale and we can’t list it all ...... come in preview the day of the sale to see everything we will be selling .......... All items subject to addition & deletion. Everything is always sold as-is where-is with no warranties or guaranties implied. THIS IS A SALE THAT YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS..... All items subject to addition and deletion. Everything is as always sold as-is where-is with no warranties or guarantees implied. Viewing : Saturday 9am to sale time (11am) LOCATION :3500 Moore Rd, Port Alberni (no admittance prior to Saturday 9am) Terms: cash OR interac OR visa & mastercard--- sorry no cheques equipment (max. $500 deposit by credit card only...remainder payment by debit, cash or certified cheque)ONLY 15% buyers fee on general items - 10% on equipment over $1000.00 plus applicable tax Sale conducted by :Whipple Tree Junction Auction Ph. 250-954-5354 or 250-248-5354 web page for details & pictures (updated friday before sale) www.rzent.co.nr

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2000 Komfort 5th Wheel, 21.5 ft. Sofa slide, solar, lg dbl sink, lg fr/fzr, full bath, 4 holding tanks, micro, A/C, hitch incl’d. $11,000 obo, 250-248-9343

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Marking 1964 tsunami Alberni Valley Museum Collection Curator Kirsten Smith displays a bronze plaque donated to them by the Port Alberni Port Authority on Friday, June 29. The plaque marked the level the 1964 tsunami rose to in Port Alberni, and was affixed to the former Clutesi Haven Marina building, which was recently torn down due to safety considerations. .

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Centennial Inspirations is the title of this very wonderful and exciting art exhibit showcasing local artist at the Rollin Art centre. Inspiration was taken from the 1912 photos the artists randomly selected. Each artist added their unique style when creating this exhibit that is worthwhile viewing for the entire family. This exhibit will run in the gallery from June 16 to Aug.15. Don’t miss this opportunity to see this one of a kind show.

Tea on terrace harmonic music Don’t miss the summer favourite as the season opens today with musical guests Phil’s Harmonic String Orchestra, Thursday July 5 at the Rollin Art Centre. Tea on the Terrace and will run every Thursday until Aug. 23. New this year is the pre-purchase of $10. Tickets are available at the Rollin Art Centre. Price includes tea, light lunch and musical entertainment from 1-3 p.m. Rumour has it some of the Centennial Belles will be on hand roaming the gardens and serving tea. In case of rain the tea’s will be held at Char’s Landing. Musical Line up for

the summer includes: Call today to reserve your spot, 250-724-3412, as seating is limited. July 5 – Phil’s Harmonics July 12– Hank Mallon July 19 – Doug Gretsinger July 26 – Paul Kurucz: solo Aug. 2 – Yvonne Gibbon Aug. 9 – Classic Tub Aug. 16 – Old Time Fiddlers Aug. 23 – The Travelers: Paul Kurucz and his daughters

Summer Rollin kids programs Children’s Summer Art Programs are back this summer at the Rollin Art Centre, starting July 3 for children ages five to eight years old. Each week is a different theme so

call now and book your spot as space is limited. Three day week programs are $20, and are held every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Mornings: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. for ages 5-6 Afternoons: 1-3 p.m. for 7-8 year olds. Call 250-724-3412 for info.

Artisan market at Rollin

Every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The centre will be having an artisan’s market in the garden. Add a stroll through the gardens while watching the artists create their work or stop by to chat. Market runs all July and August. If you are interested in renting a table please call Melissa for more info at 250-724-3412.

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4817 Margaret St $109,900 2457 Hilton Ave $139,900 5213 Gertrude St. $147,500 6311 View Street $169,900 4555 View St s MONTH MORTGAGE s DOWN PAYMENT s YEAR TERM AT s YEAR AMORTIZATION

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4480 Alwynn St. $204,900 3876 10th Ave $209,900 3716 17th Ave (SOLD)

4230 Glenside Rd $309,900 Seven Years New s BEDROOM BATHROOM s /PEN CONCEPT LIVING s $ETACHED WORKSHOP s ,ARGE COVERED DECK

Updated Rancher s 7HEELCHAIR FRIENDLY s %XTENSIVELY RENOVATED s BEDROOM BATHROOM s 'ARAGE OFF LANE

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212,000 4930 Glenside Rd $224,900 3831 Craig St

Great Family Home s BEDROOMS BATHROOMS s lNISHED STORIES s X LOT s &ENCED BACK YARD

Perfect For Retirement s .ORTH 0ORT RANCHER s YEARS NEW s BEDROOM BATHROOM s !TTACHED GARAGE WORKSHOP

264,900 4151 Steede Ave $319,900

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Updated North Port s /PEN CONCEPT s %XTENSIVELY RENOVATED s BEDROOM BATHROOM s ,ARGE FENCED YARD

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298 Binnacle Rd $189,900 38 Headquarters Bay $224,900 37 Headquarters Bay $$399,900 414,900 414,900 138 Burlington Ave. $$499,900 Perfect Package s ACRE LEVEL LOT s BEDROOM BATHROOM s 7ELL MAINTAINED UPDATED s X WIRED WORKSHOP

Headquarters Bay s ACRES s OF ACCESSIBLE WATERFRONT s 7ASHROOM OUTBUILDING ON SITE s 3HARED MARINA BOAT LAUNCH

Alberni Inlet Oceanfront s ACRES s OF ACCESSIBLE WATERFRONT s 7ASHROOM OUTBUILDING ON SITE s 3HARED MARINA BOAT LAUNCH

Virtually Waterfront s "ARKLEY 3OUND VIEWS s -INUTES WALK FROM DOCKS s -INUTES WALK FROM BEACH ALK FROM BEACH s STORIES WITH SUITES TH SUITES

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4084 9TH AVE. $

6307 RENTON RD. N. $

182,500

Cherry Creek

• $842/ month mortgage • 5% down payment • 5 year term at 3.24% • 25 year amortization

SPROAT LAKE

389,900

• Extensively updated • Open concept living • 4 bedroom & 2 bathroom • 0.74 acre with workshop

LT 1 Salal Road $252,000 19130 Pacific Rim Hwy $424,900 10189 Stirling Arm Cres $545,900 Sproat Lake • 0.55 acre • Semi-waterfront • Amazing lake views • Strata development

Sproat Lake Waterfront • 0.55 acre • 66’ of lake frontage • Established subdivision • Taylor Arm views

Luxury Home • 3 bedroom & 3 bathroom • Open concept design • Quality materials throughout • 0.817 acre & double garage

COUNTRY PROPERTY

OPEN HOUSES

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Lot B Grandview Rd $97,000 Wanting to Build? • 1.23 acre property • Preferred area • Close to city • Low taxes

Lot 1 Kitsuksis St $109,900 7700 Woodward Rd $177,900 6421 Beaver Creek $249,900 6389 Withers Rd $289,900 6880 Bainbridge Rd $499,900 9330 Central Lake Rd. $369,900

6307 Renton Rd. N. $389,900 Cherry Creek • Extensively updated • Open p concept p living bathroom • 4 bedroom & 2 ba • 0.74 acre with wo workshop Tur page Turn

Peaceful Acreage • 3.9 acres • McCoy Lake area • Munutes from Sproat Lake • Build your dream home

LOTS & ACREAGES

Country Small Acreage • 1.28 acre lot • Desirable Kitsuksis area • Treed lot • Build your dream house

Heart of Beaver Creek • 3 bedroom & 2 bathroom • Rancher • 2.00 acres • Newer septic system

3508 4th Ave

$

Quiet Country • 0.92 acres • Desireable location • 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms • 20’x30’ workshop

79,900 2520 8th Ave

Commercial Building Lot • Large 100’ x 125’ lot • Corner lot • Excellent road frontage • Zoned C3

Beauty Surrounds You • 5 bedroom & 4 bathroom • Tastefully renovated • 3.93 acre lot • Large detached workshop

Green Acres • 15 acre parcel • 2,300 sq.ft. home • 4 bedrooms & full bathroom • Many updates

79,900 2195 Mallory Dr $109,900 7700 Woodward Rd $177,900

$

Builder Alert • Large 66’ x 125’ lot • Foundation in place • Good South Port location • Lane access

Premium Water Views • 0.29 acre lot • Amazing inlet views • Excellent neighbourhood • Lane access

Peaceful Acreage • 3.9 acres • McCoy Lake area • Munutes from Sproat Lake • Build your dream home

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