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More health-care workers could feel the sting of a vaccination needle this flu season if they comply with the B.C. Ministry of Health’s new flu shot policy. The policy, announced last week by provincial health officer Dr. Perry Kendall, gives health-care professionals who are caring for patients in publicly-funded health facilities, including long-term care facilities, the choice of either receiving a vaccination or wearing a protective mask during influenza season. The policy also extends to physicians, volunteers, students, contractors and vendors who come into contact with patients. Jo Taylor, chairwoman of the Pacific Rim branch of the B.C. Nurses’ Union, said the union has always supported immunization programs, but initially nurses were worried the policy would be punitive if workers didn’t comply. She said talks this week with the Ministry of Health have left the union feeling more positive about the initiative.

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Taylor said some members don’t get their annual flu shot because they have had reactions to the vaccination in the past or some newer nurses haven’t had the same education about vaccinations. At Nanaimo Regional General Hospital nurses routinely go through the building to try and make it as convenient as possible for nurses to get their vaccination, said Taylor. Dee Hoyano, a medical health officer for the Vancouver Island Health Authority, said the policy isn’t designed to be punitive because people are being given the two options. She said the ultimate goal is to reduce influenza transmissions to patients. According to the B.C. Ministry of Health, the policy was created in response to low vaccine rates among health-care workers and others giving care in public health facilities, which it estimates at below 50 per cent. Health authorities provide free influenza vaccinations to all workers, volunteers and students who work with patients. ◆ See ‘MASKS’ /4

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Fire fuelled by gasoline spill Firefighters mop up the aftermath of a blaze that destroyed the front of a duplex in the 4700 block of Fairbrook Crescent Wednesday. The blaze broke out around 1 p.m. when two men were changing the fuel filter under the gas tank of a vehicle and the trouble light they were using to illuminate their work shattered, igniting a tray of gasoline. One man was taken to hospital with burns and a second man was treated at the scene by emergency crews. Two vehicles were also destroyed, but a woman, two dogs and a guinea pig in the residence escaped uninjured. A family of four living in the adjoining suite are away on vacation.

Police counter distracted drivers BY JEFF NAGEL BLACK PRESS

ICBC and police are revving up their campaign against distracted driving, saying it’s now the third leading cause of car crash fatalities in B.C. Enforcement is being stepped up for the Labour Day weekend and officers will be checking for distracted drivers throughout September. The crackdown came as a new Ipsos Reid poll was released showing 40 per cent of cellphone owners admit they’ve recently used their hand-held phone while driving despite overwhelming acceptance distracted driving is risky, especially texting. “The ability to connect with anyone at any time through our mobile phones has led to a serious problem on our roads,” Justice Minister Shirley Bond said. Police say many drivers try to hide their mobile devices from view by using them from their laps, but officers will use a vari-

ety of tactics to bust them and hand out $167 fines. The poll shows cellphone use behind the wheel in the past six months is much higher among younger B.C. drivers – 52 per cent of 18- to 25-year-olds, 48 per cent of 26- to 50-year-olds, 29 per cent of 51- to 65-year-olds and 17 per cent of seniors. A quarter of all fatal crashes in B.C. are linked to distracted driving – about 94 deaths per year – making it the third top cause after speeding and impaired driving. ICBC also cited U.S. findings that drivers who talk on hand-held cellphones are four times more likely to crash, and 23 times more likely to crash if texting. Free downloadable ringtones designed to encourage drivers to resist the urge to answer the phone are being offered by ICBC. The tunes (available at icbc.com/drivesmart) span various genres and include “Road of No Replies,” “Missed Call Master” and “Let it Ring, Baby.” editor@nanaimobulletin.com

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A B.C. Coroner concluded that failure to wear a life-jacket and a lack of direct supervision were contributing factors in the drowning death of a seven-yearold girl from Cedar two years ago. Isabelle Paige Mernickle-Holmgren drowned at Westwood Lake in August 2010 while attending a camp known as the Cedar Fun Zone, part of a recreation program provided through the Cedar School and Community Enhancement Society and School District 68. Mernickle-Holmgren was one of 15 children aged six to 12 being supervised that day by two adults and three younger leaders in training, who were learning how to become camp leaders. Three city lifeguards were also on duty, as well as three game leaders, teens aged 15 to 17 responsible for overseeing children who wished to participate in games. The visit to Westwood was part of a special outing for the camp, which usually held activities at the community elementary school. In a report submitted by B.C. Coroner Adele Lambert, the two camp leaders had not made a formal plan regarding the supervision of the children while at the lake, instead relying on camp leaders to perform a head count every 15 to 20 minutes in addition to supervision provided by leaders in training and lifeguards. According to the report, MernickleHolmgren was not an experienced swimmer and had just learned how to swim the summer before in the pool at her home, often using a snorkel and mask. Her mother, who dropped her off at Westwood Lake that day, had given her a life-jacket to wear while at the lake and had instructed her to keep it on whenever near the water, which she did while playing a basketball game with camp leaders and six other children on a raft anchored in the lake. Mernickle-Holmgren had been spotted several times leaving the raft and making her way back to the beach, always with her life-jacket on. She was last seen alive less than a metre from shore by a camp leader on

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the raft, who had done a head count just minutes before. She was not wearing her life-jacket, mask or snorkel. The report said by that time, estimated to be around 2 p.m., the beach had become busy as the temperature neared 30 C. Lifeguard reports say at 1 p.m. 85 people were in the water while 89 were on the beach. At 2:14 p.m., a tourist found Mernickle-Holmgren on the lake bottom in about 1.5 metres of water. She was wearing her diving mask, which was full of water, and she had the snorkel in her mouth. She was not wearing a life-jacket. She was carried out of the water and handed to a lifeguard and life-saving efforts started immediately. She was then transferred to the care of paramedics and transported to the hospital but did not respond to treatment. She was pronounced dead at 3:02 p.m. Suzanne Samborski, senior manager of recreation at the City of Nanaimo, said an immediate aquatic incident review was launched, as well as an invitation for the Lifesaving Society to provide further water safety measures and education. In February 2011, a final report on the accident made 22 recommendations ranging from issues related to signage, scheduling, training, supervision and public education. “With respect to the recommendations, a lot of it we were already doing,” she said, adding that recommendations to install a public address system and ropes signalling steep drop-offs were deemed unnecessary. Lifeguards already use megaphones at Westwood Lake, and there are no sudden changes of depth in the water. Recommendations the city implemented immediately were to ensure groups with children check in with lifeguards, erect more signage citing dangers that can occur near or in the water, and to colour-code depth markers. The Lifesaving Society recommended children who are non-swimmers be accompanied by a guardian responsible for their direct supervision with the recommended ratio of non-swimmers to each guardian is a maximum a four nonswimmers to one guardian. The ratio increases to one guardian per eight nonswimmers if life-jackets are worn. “We’re doing all we can to ensure something like this doesn’t happen again,” said Samborski.

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◆ From /1 The policy will be used in conjunction with other measures including hand hygiene, rapid identification of ill patients, using antivirals during outbreaks and asking staff to stay home when ill. Dr. Bonnie Henry, medical director of communicable disease control for the B.C. Centre for Disease Control, said it isn’t possible to track how often patients are getting infected by care providers in public health facilities. But studies have shown that immunization dramatically reduces the infections

among patients, she said. Henry said using masks isn’t as effective as vaccinations. “At most it only protects during interactions,” she said, adding many health care workers get infected in the community when they aren’t wearing protective equipment. Mike Old, a spokesman for the Hospital Employees’ Union, said the union believes getting the annual flu vaccine is a good for workers’ health but the route the government should take is more education. “This new policy seems to

be a bit heavy handed,” said Old. He said HEU also has concerns about costs. If the vaccination rate is currently below 50 per cent and the rates remain relatively the same it could mean millions of masks are being used daily in health care facilities. It could also create communication problems between patients who rely more on visual cues, such as a patient who is hard of hearing in a long-term care facility. The policy will also change the atmosphere of health care facilities during flu season, said Old, if more health

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Crash sends three to hospital Firefighters had to use the Jaws of Life to remove the driver from his car after a crash in Lantzville last weekend. The accident happened Saturday at about 3:30 p.m. when a 1984 Lincoln Town Car and a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire collided at the Island Highway and Lantzville Road intersection. Police arrived on scene to find two female bystanders protecting the driver and passenger’s heads and necks in the Town Car, which did not have airbags. The Jaws of Life were used to remove the driver of the Town Car, 22. He and his passenger were taken to Nanaimo Regional General Hospital and released later that day. The driver of the Sunfire, 19, was also taken to hospital where he was treated for a broken foot before also being released from hospital. Police said the driver of the Town Car allegedly attempted to cross two lanes of northbound traffic to enter the southbound lanes of the highway and will be issued a ticket for failing to yield. photos@nanaimobulletin.com

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City approves Zamboni purchase The City of Nanaimo is spending $169,900 to purchase an electric Zamboni to begin replacing an aging fleet. A 1988 ice-surfacing machine is nearing the end of its life and needs to be replaced. The city currently has five propane-operated

Zambonis ranging in age from 1988 to 2006. City council approved the solesource purchase to help standardize the fleet, streamline mechanical training and take advantage of cost savings for parts and specialized tools.

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Chris Hillier, from Victoria, paddles the waters off the shores of Maffeo Sutton Park in his kayak Tuesday morning in search of a good fishing spot for pink salmon.

On September 30, 2012 the Queen Victoria Hotel and Suites will host its last guest.

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Anglers looking to hook a pink salmon can also snag great prizes this weekend during the second annual Kayak Fishing Derby in Maffeo Sutton Park. The derby, hosted by Alberni Outpost, runs Saturday and Sunday (Sept. 1-2) and features fly fishing demonstrations, a discussion on keeping up proper nutrition when on the water and in the sun, a kayak expo and various outdoor adventure vendors.

Saturday the event runs 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday it runs 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Beverly Hampson, s p o ke swo m a n f o r Alberni Outpost, said the fishing derby is great for families to come out and enjoy some fun during the long weekend before kids head back to school. “It’s set to be a really fun weekend,” said Hampson. The entry fee is $35 and includes a salmon barbecue lunch prepared by the Nanaimo and Area Land Trust. Proceeds from

the event go to the Nanaimo River Fish Hatchery in Cassidy. Pe o p l e c a n p re purchase their entry tickets at the Alberni Outpost location in Country Club Centre and at Gone Fishing, located at 600-2980 North Island Highway. Anglers must be in possession of a valid fishing licence which they must purchase separately. The derby is for pink salmon only and fishermen are advised to avoid Chinook salmon. Par ticipants must use crafts such as

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The building has been sold and will likely not be operated as a hotel going forward. This is your last month to book a package, indulge yourself in a penthouse or spa suite, or dine at Samuel’s by the Park Restaurant and say farewell. Thank you to our loyal customers for a long and memorable reign.

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Deborah Marshall, B.C. Ferries spokeswoman, said if a specific sailing is required it is highly recommended to make a reservation in advance as space can become fully booked. “It’s a long weekend so we know it’s going to be busy,” said Marshall. “It begins to pick up Thursday and into Friday. One thing we can’t tell at the moment is how busy Sunday might be. If the weather isn’t so great sometimes families come home a day early so they can get all of their things done before school starts so that’s something to keep in mind.” On Aug. 19, police arrested a 65-year-old Surrey man who had become agitated at the long ferry lineup on

Stewart Avenue after learning there was a three-sailing wait. When asked to return at a later hour, the man drove his Volvo onto the sidewalk and tried to elude police. Marshall said Departure Bay is often the first to reach capacity, so travellers should consider using the Duke Point-Tsawwassen route. Until Sept. 3, sailings depart Duke Point as early as 5:15 a.m. and as late as 10:45 p.m. with six sailings in between. At Departure Bay, sailings begin at 6:20 a.m. and end at 9:30 p.m. with 10 sailings in between. For up-to-date information, please visit www.bcferries. com. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

Supplies help ease financial strain More than 200 students in the Nanaimo area will receive a backpack filled with school supplies in time to start the new year. The backpacks are given as part of an annual campaign by Telus community ambassadors to help parents manage the financial strain that comes with sending students back to school. In total, 240 students will receive a backpack filled with essential school supplies needed for each grade: pencils, loose-leaf sheets, pencil cases, rulers and much more. The kits are delivered to school districts in June to allow the schools to determine need and notify recipient children and

parents before they break for the summer. This initiative is part of the company’s Kits for Kids program, an annual tradition through which thousands of backpacks are distributed to young students in need across Canada. The kits are prepared each May by the community ambassadors, made up of Telus team members and retirees across Canada, who volunteer in support of local activities to make positive connections within their communities. Last year, all 21 clubs gave close to 65,000 school items worth a total of $900,000.

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Nap aids police with drug bust A Esquimalt man, 43, is facing charges after a North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP member found him asleep at the wheel of his truck. The Mountie was driving back to his detachment Sunday at about 2:15 a.m. after dropping a missing youth off in Nanaimo when he came upon the suspect snoozing in his truck, pulled over next to the southbound lanes of the Island Highway near Kipp Road south of Nanaimo. The officer knocked on the driver’s window to wake the man. The officer noticed the smell of marijuana emanating from the vehicle. The resulting search of the truck turned up what police allege is a multiple-kilogram shipment of marijuana, methamphetamine, GHB, LSD, ecstasy, cocaine, bath salts (a drug that looks like epsom salts and simulates the effects of cocaine and amphetamine), plus more than $30,000 in cash. Police recommended a charge of possession for the purpose of trafficking.

2012 marks the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada. The Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal has been created to recognize outstanding Canadians of all ages and from all walks of life, who have built and continue to build this caring society and country through their service, contributions and achievements. Leonard Krog MLA and his selection committee is inviting nominations for individuals Leonard Krog who have made sustained and significant MLA contributions to the constituency of Nanaimo. To verify if nominee is in Nanaimo constituency go to http://www.leg.bc.ca/mla/3-1-1.htm p g Recommendation forms are available at the Nanaimo Constituency Office or print from Leonard’s web site www.leonardkrog-mla.ca/ g The committee will select nominees for submission to the Governor General. Nominations should be received at the Nanaimo Constituency Office 4-77 Victoria Crescent no later than end of business day September 14th, 2012. ®

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Shop owner packs up 30 years of memories Gerald Gonske shares stories as he prepares to close his antiques store on Nicol Street

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Gerald Gonske, owner of Curiosity Cove, displays a Rumming’s bottle with its trademark pick and shovel miner’s tools. Gonske is closing up his shop after 30 years of selling antiques.

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hen Gerald Gonske and his family opened Curiosity Cove, they put out a guest book for customers to sign. The first signature was from a little girl visiting with her family from Sweden. “The little girl had just learned to print and she asked her parents if she could sign in the book,” Gonske said. “The very first, a little girl from Sweden.” After 30 years selling antique, retro and vintage items, Gonske is hanging up the “closed” sign for good Saturday (Sept. 1). He’ll have a little stock left over – most of it is being discounted and cleared out this week – but lots of memories. Gonske and his parents opened Curiosity Cove in Harewood Mall – now University Village – in 1982 in the midst of a major economic recession. “In ’82 when Curiosity Cove started we had 700 bucks,” Gonske said. “It was the hardest time because families were going bankrupt.” Most of the stock came from Victoria for the first six years the store was in business. What didn’t sell was taken back to Victoria and auctioned. “Times were tough, but we made a go of it,” he said. “Harewood Mall gave us a roof over our heads and access for people to find us.” Even with most of the stock gone there are still plenty of items lying around with tales to be told about them – even the store’s sign. “We had a guy come by one day and he was a bit of a character – with a hat and mustache and his glasses on the end of his nose – and he said, ‘Huh, you

know you’ve got a nice name, but you could have a better sign,’” Gonske said. They started swapping ideas. Gonske suggested a design resembling graphics on old tobacco tin lids, maybe with a sailing ship on it. It turned out the man loved sailing ships, even built miniatures in bottles. He was an artist, too, and sketched out the store’s original sign in chalk and crayon. “So he took out his paints and painted that on the glass (window) in the mall,” Gonske said. One day years later, Gonske took the design into Eye Mean Graphics. “They said, ‘Well that’s a nice one, but we could do better,’” he said. Gonske, fond of the original design, ultimately adopted the new graphic. “Both have merit,” he said. The Harewood store closed in 1988, but reopened at 59 Nicol St. in 1989 and has been there ever since. “We went from 2,400 square feet to about 900, but we liked the fact that we were now close to town,” Gonske said. His mother, Helen, worked there until a few days before she died at 82 in March 2011. Photos and newspaper clippings around the shop hold more history. One clipping shows Gonske with a Curiosity Cove float he entered in the 2008 Empire Days Parade near a colour photo of a 1920sera lemon pie safe he sold to a couple for $60. They owned an auto painting business, restored the safe’s finish and sold it to a man who owned an island. They gave Gonske the photo of the restored safe, but never told him how much they sold it for and he didn’t want to know. He was just happy they paid him the visit. A letter from the Nanaimo

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Safe roadways upp to drivers Some B.C. drivers won’t take a break from cellphone technology while operating a motor vehicle despite overwhelming evidence that distracted driving is the third leading cause of fatal crashes on the province’s roadways behind speeding and impaired driving. So ICBC and police are revving up a month-long campaign beginning this weekend targeting people who talk or text on their mobile device while behind the wheel. POLICE It’s a worthy endeavour CAN’T be and perhaps a $167 fine expected will convince drivers of the to solve the foolishness of their actions. problem by But police resources are limited compared to themselves. the number of drivers who figure the chances of getting caught are miniscule and answer their phone or make a call or text. Responsibility for making the roads safer cannot fall solely on police. The public must take the privilege of driving seriously. Operating a motor vehicle is one of the most complicated tasks one does in a day. Manoeuvring two tonnes of metal, glass and rubber at high speeds on relatively narrow roads, surrounded by others doing the same is not easy. It only takes a second of inattention for disaster to strike. And inattention falls far beyond texting and talking on a cellphone. While perhaps not against the law, distracted driving includes eating and drinking, riding with a pet on your lap, applying makeup or fumbling to change a CD in the stereo. Thankfully, the majority of drivers understand their responsibility and get themselves, and others, to their destination in one piece. For those who don’t get the message, perhaps a hefty fine will make them change their ways. Let’s just hope there’s no loss of life in the meantime.

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B.C. projects being studied to death NDP leader Adrian Dix has to go along with court cases and announced that one of his first direct-action protests. acts as premier would be to withSpeaking of which, the frontal draw B.C. from the joint review assault by agitators at the federal of the Enbridge pipeline proposal Enbridge hearings has mostly from Alberta to Kitimat. petered out. After 4,000-odd people The two-year federal-led review were signed up to speak, most will be mostly done by next May, didn’t bother, and some hearbut Dix proposes to start a new ings were cancelled. Apparently provincial assessment to examine slacktivists such as “Jonathan the B.C. portion. L. Seagull” and “Cave He doesn’t know how Man” didn’t make it B.C. much it would cost, out of their Vancouver VIEWS and under questioning basement suites to tell he all but admitted the the panel oil is bad. Tom Fletcher intention is to study the Professional enviBlack Press pipeline to death. ronmentalists are now Fresh from a sumwringing their hands mer tour of the pipeover Ottawa’s decision line route to reaffirm to leave smaller-scale solidarity with its opporeviews to the province. nents, Dix is hardly in This means, for exama position to consider ple, that there won’t anything but maximum be a duplicate federal resistance. review of the urgently As Premier Christy Clark did in needed refit of the John Hart Dam her showdown with Alberta over on the Campbell River. benefits, Dix hinted that provinOne reader suggested that cial permits for river and wildlife environmental pioneer Roderick crossings would be made as expen- Haig-Brown is still spinning in his sive as possible, if not refused. grave over the damming of this The same fate awaits the Kinder legendary salmon river. Perhaps, Morgan plan to twin the existing but that was in 1947. Trans-Mountain oil pipeline to Does it make sense today to Burnaby. Dix left the impression lard pointless bureaucracy onto a that he would undo the years of reconstruction that replaces woodwork that have gone into bringing en pipes and provides earthquake some rational sense to environprotection, without expanding mental approvals that can be, and river impact? have been, dragged out for years. NDP environment critic Rob The B.C. hearings would provide Fleming hammered away at the another platform for opponents, B.C. Liberals about this in the and more complaints to justify spring, reminding them that refusal at the provincial level, Auditor General John Doyle had

exposed a lack of resources in the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office, even before Ottawa’s changes. Fleming makes it sound like a huge new burden has been dumped on B.C. False. Provincial assessment already must be done with the participation of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Transport Canada, the provincial ministries of natural resources and energy and mines, and of course aboriginal communities. This is why it’s so long and expensive. And don’t be fooled into believing a federal review would go out and count the tadpoles and caribou again. It’s only the desk jobs that have proliferated. There weren’t just two levels of duplicate review, but three. Earlier in their mandate, the B.C. Liberals exempted major projects such as mines and energy generation from local government control, citing the “provincial interest” similar to the federal authority over projects that cross provincial borders. I agree with the NDP that B.C. environmental assessment needs more resources, in particular to do the follow-up on approved projects, as called for by the auditor general. Forest management needs more money too. All the more reason not to waste resources on political gestures. ◆ Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Deal doesn’t add up Transferring wine

To the Editor, Re: Critics float marina worries, Aug. 7 Responding to your request for opinions, may I therefore present current thoughts on this matter. Since we only know what has been written in your newspaper, our insights may appear limited, but still relevant. First: A 30-year lease is inappropriate. It’s a subtle way of selling off an asset, which could be worth more than $500 million, given time, design, engineering and architectural creativity. The Nanaimo Port Authority locking itself into this box may mean its demise is imminent or desired. There are lots of hypotheses that seem possible. A public-private partnership platform has been surreptitiously described by some as symptomatic of corruption. Purveyors of these ideas seem to view the tax base as being for their personal use, and beyond city council decision. Historically, in Canada, these types of contractual obligations never have worked, but for the advantage of the private individuals. From the point of view of the port authority, it’s obvious $9 million is nothing to shrug off. Sometimes, though, one’s

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The future of the Nanaimo Boat Basin is worth far more than the proposed $9-million investment being discussed between the Nanaimo Port Authority and Pacific Northwest Marina Group, says letter writer.

desperation can become one’s folly. How good is this? Let us see if this perspective gives anything relevant. There can be a number of assumptions. Nine million dollars spent immediately; or $9 million spent intermittently. What is the net present value to the firm making the investment? My thinking is, $9 million may not be much of an investment. There might be two ways to look at this –the net present value of the $9 million and the future value of this $9 million. The range of interest rates considered can be from one to seven per cent. The latter is probably the more real. The Treasury Inflation-

Protected charts show that TIP 10-year bonds are seven-per cent interest which implies a robust economy. This is prime rate, real rates may be much higher. Is this a good deal for the lessor, and why? Is this a good deal for the port authority, and why? Not sure I can answer these questions completely. We make some modifications, because I do not have access to 30-year records and calculations, so I am using 20-year calculations. At seven per cent, the $9 million the potential lessor intends to spend is, in fact, $9 million times .258, or $1.32 million. At seven per cent, the $9 million the potential

lessor intends to make is, in fact, $9 million times 3.870, or $37 million. It depends on which direction the boat basin is to head. If you look at various marina examples, it’s obvious many are substandard to Nanaimo’s Boat Basin. So what is the rationale for the $9 million investment? P3s are disguised as government and private sector involvement. In reality they turn out to be welfare for the rich, paid for by the tax base. As it stands now, the deal would propose selling an asset (and that is what the port authority is in reality doing), for a modicum of return. D. W. (Del) Fontaine via e-mail

Exporting refined bitumen simply good business To the Editor, Re: Black Press owner proposes Kitimat oil refinery, Aug. 21. K Gender politics is really nothing new; doesn’t the provincial NDP have regulations about how many women run as candidates? According to local media, those attending the ladies-only meeting with B.C. Premier Christy Clark in Parksville were delighted with how things turned out. Apparently there was booming applause when Clark mentioned protecting our coastline against tankers. I only hope that the applauding ladies have checked how other

countries treat their resources, and their international trade. For example, the United Arab Emirates just built a 380-kilometre pipeline across the desert and Hajar Mountains to a new oil terminal on the Gulf of Oman; effectively bypassing the Strait Of Hormuz, where tankers must pass to enter and exit the Persian Gulf. The UAE now safeguards its export of crude oil should the strait become blocked by an escalation in tensions between Israel, the U.S. and Iran. Closer to home, ports along the U.S. eastern seaboard are spending huge amounts of money

dredging deeper channels, and building new facilities to accommodate super-sized container vessels. The applauding ladies – who demand cash-strapped governments provide better health care services, better daycare and schools for their offspring, better senior care for their parents, etc., – must be aware that B.C. and Canada would greatly benefit by exporting refined bitumen products via pipeline and tankers. Otherwise, we will all be left eating dust. Bernie Smith Parksville

My husband and I visited some friends in Ontario, and thanks to the recent passing of Bill C-311, we can now legally give them some B.C. wine as a gift. Or can we? Bill C-311 amended the 84-year-old federal law, dating to Prohibition, that made it illegal to carry or ship wine directly across provincial borders (for example from a B.C. winery to Ontario). The law was a poster child for ridiculous red tape and long overdue for amendment. For small wineries, Bill C-311 seemed like a godsend: explaining to customers why you can’t send them wine because they happen to live out of province wasn’t anybody’s idea of a good time. Unfortunately, it takes more than just amending outdated federal legislation to untangle the mess of rules governing wine travelling across provincial borders. The provinces are involved in regulating, too. The good news is that all provinces, except Quebec, allow individuals to physically take various quantities with them for personal use. It’s now legal, for example, for a Calgarian to buy a bottle of wine from a B.C. winery and take it home. The bad news is that most provinces don’t seem eager to allow their residents to have wine sent to them from other provinces. According to the Canadian Association of Liquor Jurisdictions, which represents 13 liquor boards and commissions, right now there are only two exceptions.

Manitoba allows its resident to ship unlimited amounts of wine from other provinces as long as it is for personal use. The province had no regulations saying otherwise on its books, so importing was allowed by default after C-311 passed. B.C. showed leadership among provinces by changing its regulations quickly after C-311 was passed to make importing directly for personal use legal. If I visit an Ontario winery, I can now legally have as much as I like shipped to me (as long as it is for personal consumption and 100 per cent Canadian wine only). I can order it online, too. If you are a wine aficionado, count yourself lucky to live here. I propose a toast to these two provinces for quickly and clearly supporting the federal red tape slashing. Dan Albus, the MP who introduced Bill C-311, and Shirley-Ann George, who continues to push for more freedom for wineries and consumers through her website FreeMyGrapes. ca, also a Canadian Federation of Independent Business Golden Scissors Award for cutting red tape. As for the other provinces that have yet to join the party, what’s the hold-up? Isn’t supporting local wineries and giving consumers more choice worthy of their immediate support? Despite C-311, interprovincial trade barriers for wine-shipping are still alive and kicking. ◆ Laura Jones is executive vice-president of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. She can be reached at laura. jones@cfib.ca.

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oceans through rivers, a billion people lack streams and sewage access to clean water. outflows. Just as human activWater ity is upsetcovers 70 ting Earth’s SCIENCE per cent of carbon MATTERS the Earth’s cycle, our surface, but actions are David Suzuki with Faisal Moola 97.5 per cent altering is saltwater. the water Of the 2.5 cycle. Water per cent is our most that’s fresh, precious 68.7 per cent resource, is locked in but we the ice and waste it, snow of the just as we Arctic, Antarctic and waste other resources, mountains, leaving including oil and gas. about one per cent for When we use so much our use. More than that the system can’t

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Heroes make changes Scotiabank wants the public to help uncover local community heroes in B.C. by nominating a Scotiabank Game Changer. With the Canadian Football League’s season underway, more than 25 Scotiabank Game Changers have already been recognized across Canada. But there is still time to send local heroes from British Columbia into the spotlight by visiting www. ScotiabankGameChangers.com and submitting a nomination about someone who is doing great things. Over the course of the B.C. Lions season, Scotiabank will recognize nine Scotiabank Game Changers at home games. With four already recognized this season, there’s still time

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August. In 2010, the number of drownings for the full two-month period was 24. The highest number of drownings (14) occurred in the southern Interior region of the province. Nine have died on Vancouver Island, and five in northern B.C. Almost half the deaths (15) occurred in lakes. Another 11 occurred in rivers, with six in the ocean and two in swimming pools. S eve n p e o p l e d i e d wh i l e swimming and another seven died from falling into water unexpectedly. Others were boating, attempting to cliff- dive, or rafting/ tubing. There have been no scubadiving deaths so far this summer.

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Heart of an angel BY RACHEL STERN THE NEWS BULLETIN

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e rides the beat and becomes the rhythm. It flows through his mind into his heart and the words are born. “I write albums about how I feel spiritually,” said Aaron Yates, best known by his stage name Tech N9ne. “I sit down and say what am I going through.” Tech N9ne’s music is a collision of sound. He is sometimes referred to as a hip hop or rap artist, but he doesn’t confine himself to one style and he doesn’t let others cage him inside one either. “I can’t be defined by one. I feel like a man of many styles. It’s so hard to place me … you can’t really pinpoint it,” he said. “You don’t have to reach and do it how

Rapper pulls name from semi-automatic handgun that sounds like his signature rapid-fire style of delivery

everyone else is doing it. You just have to do you.” His stage name originates from the Tec-9 semi-automatic handgun. It was given to him by Walter Jefferson, known as Black Walt, because of his fast rhyming style. He draws inspiration from his musical influences such as hip hop artists Public Enemy, N.W.A and other musicians such as The Doors. Tech N9ne credits Jim Morrison’s influence for the creation of his independent label, Strange Music, which was inspired by The Door’s song People are Strange. During his 2010 tour in Europe he was able to visit Morrison’s grave in the Pére Lachaise cemetery in Paris and toast the artist with champagne. The artist’s newest album E.B.A.H. hits stores Sept. 18.

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“I have an evil brain and angel heart,” said Tech N9ne about the title. “E.B.A.H. is powerful. It’s just massive. It’s like war is coming. It’s so big and crazy.” But before his Nanaimo fans get a taste of his newest work they can see him live in concert at the Spice Lounge Sept. 7 with special guests Krizz Kaliko, Madchild from Swollen Members and the Scale Breakers. “It’s going to be the wildest thing you

have ever seen. It’s going to be anarchy on stage,” said Tech N9ne. Like a warrior preparing for battle Tech N9ne applies his face paint before heading onstage to perform. It’s a ritual he undergoes in honour of his deceased partner Brian Dennis, who first gave him the signature look. “It hides my shyness. It brings forth my inner strength,” he said. Doors open at 9 p.m. Nanaimo vendors have sold out, but fans also have a chance to snag tickets at special contest giveaways nights held at the Spice Lounge and the Queens Aug. 31 and Sept. 1. VIP packages are still available online at http://strangemusicinc.net for $85. The VIP pass includes a meet and greet with the artists, a limited edition t-shirt, and a Tech N9ne dog tag. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

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Bands battle in concert

Two bands square off on stage as they enact a rivalry between ghosts and robots. The techno dance party features Nanaimo’s Top Men alongside Vancouver’s Cruel Young Heart at Nanaimo Centre Stage on Sept. 7. Top Men describe themselves as a cross between Daft Punk and a lo-fi Cirque du Soleil. They perform electronic dance music as a live band with theatrical shows that tell an ongoing story of time travel, cyborgs and love-lorn dinosaurs. The band customcrafts its own sets, props, and costumes. With some cardboard, papier mâché, old junk, and giant imaginations, Top Men bring to life the fantasies of their youth and pay homage to beloved pop culture references from Jules Verne to Mad Max. The members met in Vancouver Island University’s music program and have collaborated in many other projects. Cruel Young Heart recently came out of the legendary Mushroom Studio with their self titled EP. Their sound contains thick drums

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her own experiences with breast cancer and contains messages about the positive power of life. An exhibit of her work runs Sept. 13 to Dec. 31 at the Nanaimo Museum. Jacobs’s mission is to inspire recently diagnosed cancer patients with optimism. Spirit of Life, the title of the exhibition and her central work, shares her themes: good comes out of bad; life can be

even better after devastation; and the harmony of the universe. She frequently incorporates Celtic designs into her work to express ideas, philosophies and optimism. She also created a special piece, called Nanaimo – Rainbows, to honour and express her feelings toward the city. The Nanaimo Museum also presents textiles from its collection, which creates echoes of

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mony: the Hand of God in Asia. This was completed in 2011 and will be unveiled at this upcoming exhibition. Her work can be found in private and institutional collections on four continents. Nanaimo Museum is located in the Port of Nanaimo Centre on Commercial Street, next to Serious Coffee. For more information, please visit www.nanaimomuseum.ca or call 250-753-1821.

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1,000-metre rowing race, in some ways, is like a lot of Olympic and Paralympic events. It’s the culmination of four years, and a lifetime. And then it’s over in a flash. “It’s a start and a finish,” Tony Theriault said. “One thousand metres is sort of three and a half minutes of splash and dash.” Theriault, 51, is in London, competing in his second Paralympic Games. He and his coxed mixed fours team placed sixth in Beijing, but Theriault didn’t get to keep his spot in the boat just because of his experience – he had to earn his place, again. “It was a tough decision to commit another four years. I’m a little bit older and I didn’t want to put in four years to be kicked out at the last second,” he said. “But in the same respect, it’s four years to prove that someone my age can still be competitive and there’s a spot for anyone out there who wants to give it a try.” Theriault, who went to school in Harewood, developed a passion for sports with the Nanaimo Track and Field Club and went on to be a highly ranked triathlete. It was while he was out cycling, training for a

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Badminton - Jackson Hirota, bronze, mixed competitive doubles; Noreen Martin, bronze, mixed competitive doubles; Rob Strachan, bronze, mixed competitive doubles; Bill Harney, bronze, recreational doubles; Richard Chahley, bronze, rec doubles, bronze, mixed rec doubles; Marion Drage, bronze, rec doubles; Joan Galey, gold, rec doubles; Gayle Dunsmoor, silver, rec doubles, bronze, mixed rec doubles. Bocce - Franco Sartor, bronze, singles; Jane Sartor, bronze, pairs; Gino Sindaco, gold, mixed pairs; Margaret Sindaco, gold, mixed pairs. Bridge - Ruth Rennie, bronze, duplicate master points. Golf - Billie Chang, gold, gross; Tina Robertson, bronze, net; Bob Russell, bronze, gross; Lesley Hazeldine, silver, gross. Cribbage - Richard Henderson, gold, F flight pairs, silver, overall; Maxine Howse, gold, F flight pairs, silver, overall. Hockey - Lyle Dennison, silver; Norm Bohl, silver; Jack Broome, silver; Tom Mullan, silver; Cliff Cookman, silver; Richard Fontaine, silver; Bob Simpson, silver; Paul Sinclair, silver; Bryan Murphy, silver; Andy McNally, gold; Don Campbell, gold; Vince Rowe, gold; Jim Forster, gold; Henry Weibe, gold. Lawn bowling - Vern Hagstrom, gold, pairs; Keith McMann, gold, pairs. Pickleball - Debby

Morgan, bronze, mixed rec; Stewart McWilliam, bronze, mixed rec; Joanne Oehlanschlaeger, bronze, mixed rec; John Savoy, bronze, mixed rec; Gordon Hay, bronze, mixed rec; Ronnie Pitcher, silver, mixed competitive; Nancy Stern, mixed competitive. Soccer - Ken Wright, gold; Phil Morgan, gold; Ken Robertson, gold; Bruce Ballam, gold; Barry Murphy, gold; Jasbir Sajan, gold; Andy Dixon, gold; Doug Cowling, gold; Paul Fudge, gold; Adda Besseghieur, gold; Del Challenger, gold; Les McGrath, gold; Ian Andexser, gold; Michael Collery, gold. Slo-pitch - Gloria Young, silver, mixed; Pauline Davidson, silver, mixed; Ralph Webster, bronze, Gary Peterson, bronze, John Preston, bronze. Swimming - Layne Osterman, bronze, 50-metre backstroke; Doreen Scantland, bronze, 50m back, gold, 50m breaststroke, silver, 25m back; Kathleen Van Doorn, gold, 50m back, bronze, 800m freestyle, bronze, 100m free; James Scantland, silver, 50m breast, silver, 100m free, gold, 200m individual medley; Heidi Bromley, gold, 50m back, silver, 800m free, bronze, 200m free, gold, 400m free, silver, 100m free; Harry Keen, silver, 400m free, silver, 800m free, bronze, 100m free, gold, 200m free; Allison Elderfield, silver, 200m IM, silver, 50m back, silver, 200m free, gold, 100m free; Ian Burvill, gold, 400m free, gold, 25m

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A HUGE BOUQUET of thank you balloons to Bonnie and Bud for such a great country fair. The fly pass in honour of the Brits was the icing on the cake. You guys spared no expense.

A BIG BOUQUET to the man who, after seeing the story about my stolen green bin, tracked me down and returned a bin to me that he had found dumped in a nearby creek. A GRAND SLAM BOUQUET to Ardent Properties and Heath Law LLP for their generous support of the Nanaimo bantam A Pirates baseball team.

A BOUQUET to Kal Tire on Victoria Road. I thought there was a hole in my tire, so you took it off, ran tests, found nothing and sent me away free of charge. I'll be coming back for my tire needs.

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A HEARTFELT BOUQUET of appreciation to the entire staff at NRGH, especially the third floor for the competent, caring and compassionate treatment I received during my extended stay and recovery.

A HOME RUN BOUQUET to the players and the coaches of the Nanaimo Hub City Paving Premier Pirates baseball club who took the time to pay a surprise visit and join us 'Ol Boys' at our wind-up barbecue recently at Serauxmen Stadium. This fine group of athletes came to acknowledge and thank our Ol Boys Pirate Booster Club for their yearly support and regular attendance at the ballpark. The Ol Boys, in return, appreciate this gesture and the Pirates' fine performance and sportsmanship on the field this year. See you next year.

A BOUQUET to those who live in our beautiful surrounding countryside. It is a joy for us urbanites.

A HUGE BOUQUET to the great guys at Mid Island Towing for their kindness and understanding while helping a stranded lady on a sizzling hot, frustrating day. Thank you and may fabulous good karma follow you all.

A EXTRA BIG BOUQUET of timing belts to Larry of ProMax Auto for his excellent work in saving my car when an other auto shop said the engine was a writeoff.

A HUGE BOUQUET OF THANKS to Rob at Vans Garage who fixed my car quickly, professionally, honestly and at considerably less than the dealer's quote. He also found and fixed my muffler problem that the big-name muffler guys couldn't even find.

the staff and volunteers at the 7-Eleven on Blueback Road for the success of their garage sales in support of Loaves and Fishes Community Food Bank. Bless you all.

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A BOUQUET to Marie Scott. The Governor General of Canada presented Marie the Caring Canadian award for outstanding contribution to the community. Marie has been a volunteer at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital for more than 30 years.

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MANY THANKS to the woman who paid for my potatoes at the Quality Foods store on Bowen Road. A very grateful pensioner.

A BOUQUET to Dr. Colin Forrester for his kind and caring manner to his patients.

Beefs & Bouquets is a free forum to give thanks or express views on issues and events. The News Bulletin reserves the right to edit or refuse submissions. Length is limited to 40 words and two submissions per person per week. A winner will be selected at random to receive a floral bouquet from Turley’s Florist and Potting Shed. Mail or deliver to the News Bulletin, 777B Poplar St., Nanaimo, V9S 2H7 or e-mail to bulletinboard@nanaimobulletin.com. Fax to 250-753-0788.

A PRETTY AS A PICTURE BOUQUET to the family on Fourth Street. Your garden is the most peaceful place in this town. Thanks for the hard work. RED, WHITE AND BLUE BOUQUETS to the Brits. The Olympic opening was meaningful and inspiring. Well done.

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sushi and gourmet sandwiches at unreasonable prices. This is no longer an affordable family fair. A BEEF to the person who had a beef about those who wear pyjama pants at 4 p.m. Just be glad I'm wearing pants at all. A POOP SCOOP OF BEEF to all truck drivers who put their dogs in the bed of the truck for transporting. Would you do this with your child? Tethered or not, this is dangerous and your dog will not make it if you have an accident. A BEEF F to the people who bring their dogs to the Beban Park offleash dog park. Do not bring a ball to throw for your dog if it is possessive of it. Other dogs will try and pick it up. We had an incident with a German shepherd that could have ended with our dog being seriously hurt.

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A HUGE BOUQUET OF THANKS to all my dear friends and good neighbours for all the kind wishes, baking, dinners, cards, flowers, the many visits and all their help. I'm very grateful to them, including my husband, for all the tender loving care after my hip operation. I could not have got through it without them all. Your kindness and concerns meant a lot to me. Many thanks.

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A BEEF F to the untidy homeowners on Railway Avenue. Please do not leave your old tires, wood and junk on the sidewalk. It is a real eyesore for everyone living on that street.

mess in someone's yard. This could be a elderly or disabled person's yard. Please do not beef about this, go and use your energy to help these people who may be unable to do their yard. Have a good day. A MEDICAL BEEF to the walk-in clinic. Thanks a bunch for letting me sit there for a whole hour and not seeing me because my doctor's office was at another centre. A BEEF F to the beef that people who wear pyjamas at 4 p.m. don't contribute to society. Ever consider many pyjama wearers are too tired from all their societal contributions to get out of pyjamas during their free time? Think before you beef. A BIG DOG ABUSE BEEF F to all the people I see daily in Nanaimo who have dogs and never walk them. You are just keeping your dogs in a big cage, your house and/or yard. This is so cruel for dogs that need to walk about, out in the world, daily – preferably with you. Imagine if you were confined to a large cage for life. A HUGE BEEF to the organizers of the fair who have put up the entrance prices ($38 for two adults and two youth), the price of rides ($35 for one ride pass) and have decreased the entertainment and the availability of fun fair food. ood People eop e want a t corndogs, co dogs, not ot

A FALSE ADVERTISING BEEF to the vision department of a major department store which offers a two-for-one special on prescription eyeglasses. After paying in full for both pairs and receiving a detailed summary of my order, I was told when I went in a couple of weeks later to order the second pair it would be another $230. I am still waiting for a return call from the general manager of the store after leaving four messages. A BEEF F of leaky dabbers to the women at the bingo hall who have nothing else to do but gossip, complain and fight about chairs. You are too old to be acting like children. Grow up. A BEEF F to an unbelievable slob. I was walking through a parking lot near my home when I came across a used, disposable diaper. If you are supposed to pick up after your pet, you’d better believe you’re supposed to pick up after your baby as well.

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Offer(s) available on select new 2012/2013 models through participating dealers to qualiďŹ ed customers who take delivery by August 31, 2012. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. Offers are subject to change without notice. See dealer for complete details. Vehicle images shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All offers exclude licensing, registration, insurance, other taxes and down payment (if applicable). Other dealer charges may be required at the time of purchase. Other lease and ďŹ nancing options also available. **0% purchase ďŹ nancing is available on select 2012/2013 Kia models on approved credit (OAC). Terms vary by model and trim, see dealer for complete details. Representative ďŹ nancing example based on 2012 Soul 1.6L AT (SO753C) with a selling price of $21,867 [includes delivery and destination fees of $1,650, $500 loan savings, $1,050 “3 payments on usâ€? savings, other fees and certain taxes (including tire levies) and A/C tax ($100, where applicable)] ďŹ nanced at 0% APR for 60 months. Bi-weekly payments equal $156 with a down payment/equivalent trade of $0. License, insurance, applicable taxes, variable dealer administration fees (up to $699), PPSA and registration fees are extra. Cost of borrowing of $0, for a total obligation of $21,867. Retailer may sell for less. See dealer for full details. &Bi-weekly ďŹ nance payment for 2013 Sorento LX AT (SR75BD)/2013 Sorento 3.5 LX V6 (SR75ED) based on a selling price of $28,667/$31,267 is $155/$173 with an APR of 0%/1.49% for 60 months, amortized over an 84-month period. Estimated remaining principal balance of $8,048/$8,883 plus applicable taxes due at end of 60-month period. Offer includes a loan savings of $500. Delivery and destination fees of $1,650, other fees and certain taxes (including tire levies) and A/C tax ($100, where applicable) are included. License, insurance, applicable taxes, PPSA, admin fee (up to $699) and registration fees are extra. See dealer for full details. §Lease offer available on approved credit (OAC) on 2013 Sportage 2.4L LX MT FWD (SP551D)/2013 Optima LX AT (OP742D) is based on monthly payments of $236/$275 [includes delivery and destination fees of $1,650/$1,455, other fees and certain taxes (including tire levies), A/C tax ($100, where applicable), $350 lease service fee and a lease savings (lease credit) of $500/$0] for 48 months at 0.9% with a $1,499/$2,400 down payment/equivalent trade, security deposit and ďŹ rst monthly payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $12,819/$15,580 with the option to purchase at the end of the term for $11,576/$11,581. Lease has 16,000 km/year allowance (other packages available and $0.12/km for excess kilometres). Other taxes, registration, insurance, licensing, PPSA and variable dealer administration fees (up to $699) are excluded. ‥Loan savings for 2013 Sorento LX AT (SR75BD)/2013 Sorento 3.5 LX V6 (SR75ED) is $500 and is available on purchase ďŹ nancing only on approved credit (OAC). Loan savings vary by model and trim and are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. Some conditions apply. ÂĽ3 Payments On Us offer is available on approved credit to eligible retail customers who ďŹ nance or lease a new 2012/2013 Rio-4 Sedan/Rio5/Forte/Forte Koup/Forte5/Sorento from a participating dealer between August 1 - August 31, 2012. Eligible lease and purchase ďŹ nance (including FlexChoice) customers will receive a cheque in the amount of three payments (excluding taxes) to a maximum of $300/$300/$350/$350/$350/$550/month. Lease and ďŹ nance purchases are subject to approved credit. Customers will be given a choice between up to $900/$900/$1,050/$1,050/$1,050/$1,650 reductions from the selling/ leasing price after taxes or dealer can issue a cheque to the customer. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. \Cash purchase price for 2012 Optima Hybrid Base (OP74AC) is $26,472 and includes a cash savings of $4,700 (which is deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes and cannot be combined with special lease and ďŹ nance offers), $1,000 ECO-Credit, delivery and destination fees of $1,455, other fees and certain taxes (including tire levies) and A/C tax ($100, where applicable). License, insurance, applicable taxes, PPSA, admin fee up to $699 and registration fees are extra. Based on the Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price of $32,172. Retailer may sell for less. Available at participating dealers. 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In conjunction with the U.S. National Youth Traffic Safety Month, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety in the U.S. has released a study showing a strong association between the number and age of passengers present invehicle and the risk of a teen driver dying in a traffic crash. The report found that the likelihood of a 16or 17-year-old driver being killed in a crash, per kilometre driven, increases with each additional young passenger in the vehicle. Compared to driving with no passengers, a 16- or 17-year-old driver’s fatality risk: ◆ Increases 44 per cent when carrying one passenger younger than 21 (and no older passengers) ◆ Doubles when carrying two passengers younger than 21 (and no older passengers) ◆ Quadruples when carrying three or more passengers younger than 21 (and no older passengers) Carrying at least one passenger aged 35 or older cuts a teen driver’s risk of death by 62 per cent, and risk of involvement in any police-reported crash by 46 per cent, highlighting the protective influence that adults have in the car. The study analyzed data on crashes and the number of kilometres driven.

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from improvements to driving dynamics and efficiency enhancements to its powertrain line-up, including the full hybrid system that powers the flagship Auris Hybrid model. The car’s exterior and interior are all new, and it has the distinction of sitting lower than any other mainstream C-segment model. The overall height of the vehicle is 55 millimetres less than the current model and a lower front end design helps deliver an aerodynamic performance, supporting better handling stability

and lower fuel consumption. The new Auris adopts the new “face� of Toyota in the design of its grille and the sharp-edged appearance of its headlights and LED daytime running lights. The new interior is more spacious and comfortable, and introduces Skyview, one of the largest panoramic roofs in the segment. Toyota has paid special attention to the sensory quality of the cabin and worked in detail to achieve a greater sense of visual unity through consistency of lighting, colours and finishes.

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3.6-litre six-cylinder Subaru Boxer engine and five-speed Electronic Direct Control Automatic Transmission with Manual Mode. A downshiftblipping feature enhances its sporty feel when using the paddle shift controls. For 2013, the Outback 2.5i Convenience offers a choice between a standard six-speed manual transmission that’s been redesigned for 2013 as well as the second-generation Lineartronic CVT (continuously variable transmission), which offers more responsive and quieter operation compared to the transmission it replaces. Models equipped with the Lineartronic CVT will see fuel efficiency of 6.5L/100 km on the highway and 8.6L/100 km in the city. Models equipped with a six-speed manual transmission have a fuel efficiency of 7.0L per 100 kilometres on the highway and 9.8L per 100 km in the city.

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September 11, 1918 - August 17, 2012 Fausto passed away at home with family by his side. After serving in the Italian army, Fausto emigrated to Canada from Villa di Tirano, Italy in the Spring of 1949. He spent the first year helping on his sister’s farm west of Rimbey Alberta. In the Spring of 1950 he found work in the forest industry in British Columbia, eventually working for MacMillan & Bloedel until retirement at the age of 65. He worked hard for 33 years and often marveled at the fact he’d been retired almost as long as he worked. Fausto was predeceased by his parents, Giacomo & Maria Togno of Villa di Tirano, Italy. Also predeceased by his siblings and their spouses: Sylvia (Felice) Resta, Rimbey, AB; Severo (Louisa) Togno, Remo (Bruna) Togno of Sydney, NSW, Australia; Pasqualina Togno, Ermino (Nelda) Togno, Linda (Valmiro) Togno and twin brothers, Fausto and Bernardo all of Villa di Tirano, Italy. Fausto was named after his brother, Fausto, who died in 1918 at the age of 12 years. He was predeceased by a nephew, Dario Togno of Villa di Tirano; by inlaw nieces and nephews: Sonia Togno, Nando Pavese of Sondrio, Italy. Tuillo Magro of Villa di Tirano, Italy; Walter Vallette,Canada; Eric Firth of Australia. Fausto is survived by his nieces and nephews: Adrian (Thelma) Resta, Sylvio (Rilda) Resta, Bruno (Phyllis) Resta and Gloria Vallette of Alberta Canada; Walter Togno and Elvia Pavese of Sondrio, Italy; Bruna (Floriano Severini) Togno, Liliana (Antonio Aggioni) Togno, Adriana Magro of Villa di Tirano, Italy; and Nadia Firth, Linda Togno; Franco (Giuseppina) Togno of Australia. He is also survived by Dario’s wife, Sondra Togno of Villa di Tirano; and up to five generations of nieces and nephews in Canada, Italy and Australia. Fausto always enjoyed a visit from family. He could relate many stories with serious humour but when you saw that wink you knew he could be stretching it a little. He had his sense of humour to the end, something that will be cherished forever. He will be remembered by many friends he made during his days in Nanaimo. A special thanks to all his close and far away friends, your calls, visits and kindness shown to Fausto was appreciated, especially Sharron and Carl Anderson and Antonio Sedola. Home Care Nursing, Home Support and Seniors Outreach were outstanding during this time of need as well as Dr. Neil Rogers. May he rest in peace. As per Fausto’s wishes, he will be cremated and interred in the Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens on September 11, 2012 at 2:00 p.m.

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Lovingly survivved by her husband, Alexander; daughter, Moiraa; sisters, brother, and manny close relatives & friennds. Ellen was a mem mber of the Nanaimo Harbour City Seeniors Crafty Workers & generously help helped to raise funds for the Nanaimo Regional District Hospital. A private celebration of her life will be held in her memory at a later date.

Predeceased by her husband, John Solsbury in 1987. She leaves to mourn her son, Chris (Sharon) and daughter, Elizabeth (David) Brisley; grandchildren: Christopher Solsbury, Theo Brisley and Cody Brisley. The family would like to extend their thanks to the staff at Victoria General Hospital for the excellent care and the kindness they have shown. There will be no service and no flowers, by request.

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Lauretta passed away on August 24, 2012 at the age of 85 years, in the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Born in Woodrow, Saskatchewan on October 16, 1926. Predeceased by her parents; husbands Elmer Colwell in 1990 and Winston husbands, Gant in 2006; brother, Lawrence and sisters, Margaret and Edith. Survived by her loving daughter, Leanne (Blaine); son, Curtis (Kathy); brother, George; grandchildren: Keith, Jordan, Kaleigh, Jessica, Gary, Christopher and Ryan; numerous nieces and nephews; special friends, Cathyy and Wendy. y Lauretta was an ardent gardener and cook; a loving and caring mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Her memory will be cherished in the hearts of all those lives she touched. A celebration of her life was held on Tuesday, August 28, 2012 at her residence in Nanaimo, BC. Interment will be held in the Family Plot on Saturday, September 1, 2012, at 1:00 p.m. in the Tugaske Cemetery, Tugaske, Saskatchewan. Condolences may be offered to the family at telfordn@shaw.ca Telford’s of Nanaimo (250)591-6644

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PERSONALS LIVELY, OVER 75 Gentleman in fine shape (usually taken for low 70’s) seeking active Lady between 65 & early 70’s for social dancing and other functions once or twice a week. Prefer non-smoker. Let’s start with coffee? Please reply to Nanaimo News Bulletin, 777 Poplar St.,File #345

LOST AND FOUND Happy 60th Wedding Anniversary John and Pat Lyle. “After all these years together still crazy over each other, how true love should be.”

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LOST: CAT, long haired female Persian looking, cream with brown markings. Tattoo in ear. Blue crossed eye. Harewood area. Comes to “Blur-baby, kitty kitty” Please call (250)754-8150.

TRAVEL GETAWAYS LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Fall Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891

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Needed immediately for the Nanaimo News Bulletin Must have a reliable vehicle and be available for doorto-door delivery every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Please contact: Alexie at 250-753-6837

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HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS Emcon Services Inc., Road and Bridge Maintenance contractor, is looking for Auxiliary Heavy Duty Mechanics, preferably with experience repairing and maintaining highway maintenance equipment. These positions are based in our Nanaimo (Duke Point) and Parksville yards. Qualifications fi include: • Valid BC Driver’s Licence (minimum Class 3 / air). • Proven fleet maintenance experience • BCTQ in heavy duty or commercial transport mechanics • Motor Vehicle Inspection Ticket • Good knowledge of trade related worksite safety • Proven work experience on industry related heavy-duty equipment; such as gravel trucks, plow trucks, winter maintenance attachments, loaders, graders, sweepers, mowers and backhoes Qualified applicants are invited to submit résumés, along with photocopy of driver’s licence, an up-todate driver’s abstract and references to support mechanical experience to: Emcon Services Inc., 3190 Royston Road PO Box 1300, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0 FAX: (250) 336-8892 Email: island@emconservices.ca

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ATTENTION ALL PAST & PRESENT PULP, PAPER & WOODWORKERS of Canada, Loc. 8 members On Monday, Sept. 3, Local 8 is hosting a Family Labour Day Picnic at The German Hall, 71 Caledonia Ave., behind Caledonia Field, from 11am3pm. For more info, call (250)753-8721.

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CLEANERS NEEDED for Make Ready Cleaning Services, part-time. Must be reliable, hard-working & bondable. Flexible schedule.Experienced preferred, but will train. Come join the team. Call Ida-Marie at (250)7583494 or email: makereadycleaningservices@shaw.ca

NANAIMO EARLY Learning has F/T & P/T space. Preschool type, kinder-prep program, 30 months to 5 years. 7:30-5pm Mon-Fri $625 f/t $34 daily 250-390-0701

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BURGER KING Nanaimo is currently hiring Full-Time Food Counter Attendants. Mature candidates & students welcome to apply. Must be flexible and able to work various shifts incl. days, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays. Wages $10.60 per hour. Apply in person at 1150 Terminal Ave.

An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

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CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR RICHARD BEHNKE Mon Sept 17th 1:30pm-4pm German Society Hall 71 Caledonia Ave Nanaimo, BC lbehnke@nanaimo airport.com

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Nanaimo News Bulletin The Nanaimo News Bulletin, a thriceweekly (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday) publication, has an immediate opening for a full-time, permanent reporter. Reporting to the editor, the successful candidate will provide top-quality work on a range of news and feature stories covering a variety of beats. A key attribute will be an ability to work well as a self-starting member of a competitive, eight-person newsroom. You will be expected to contribute to regular newsroom meetings and bring your creative talents to readers through concise, accurate and entertaining writing. Knowledge of Canadian Press style is important as is familiarity with social media platforms, such as Facebook and Twitter, and other aspects of online reporting. Basic photography skills are an asset. The successful candidate will show keen attention to detail, work well under deadline pressures, and be willing to learn in a fast-paced environment. Interested candidates should send resume, clippings and cover letter by September 14, 2012 to: Melissa Fryer, Editor Nanaimo News Bulletin 777 Poplar St. Nanaimo, B.C., V9S 2H7 or e-mail: editor@nanaimobulletin.com

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HELP WANTED Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled Days Off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051 THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Grapple Yarder Operators (144,044) • Hooktenders • Chasers • 2nd Loader/Buckers • Hydraulic Log Loader/Hoe Forward Operators • Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers (PaciďŹ c) • Heavy Duty Mechanics. Full time with union rates and beneďŹ ts. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email: ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca.

INCOME TAX COURSE Curriculum – During the 14-week course, students study the basics of income tax preparation including current laws, theory and application.

Successful students receive an H&R Block certificate of accomplishment and the opportunity to interview for employment with H&R Block.

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Tax Training School begins mid-September. Register online at hrblock.ca or call 1-877-32BLOCK (322-5625) for details.

A Central Island, Ladysmith based EXCAVATING COMPANY is now accepting applications for:

* Project Supt. * Site Foreman * Grademen * Pipelayers * Labourers * Excavator Operators (Cat Control System) * Dozer Operators * Bobcat Skidsteer Operators * Estimator (Full or Part Time) * Heavy Duty Mechanic

Journeyman Mechanic Do you love the outdoors? OK Tire in Terrace, B.C. NOW HIRING! Excellent renumeration for successful applicant. Fax resume to (1)-250-635-5367 Attn. General Manager or Email: momack@citywest.ca

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE ONLY NEED APPLY PLEASE. Projects are “Local� and “Out of Town� Fax Resume to (250) 924-2251 Email Resume to: dfoulds.stalkerexcavating@shaw.ca

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Hydraulic Loader Operator/Hoe Chucker • Grapple Yarder Operator • Hooktender Level III OFA would be an asset. Operates on Nootka Island on a 14&7 or 10&4 shift

LEMON TREE Housekeeping, home and ofďŹ ce. Call Heidi at (250)716-0551.

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MR. SPARKLE CLEANING SERVICES “Since 1992� Roof Demossing, Vinyl Siding, Gutter & Window Cleaning Call Jonathan

TRUSTED Cleaning Services for home/ofďŹ ce with Personal Touch. Call Julie’s Home Care Services @ (250) 667-0565

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CLOCK/WATCH/JEWELLERY REPAIRS CLOCK & WATCH REPAIRS 3rd generation watch maker. Antique & grandfather clock specialist. (250)618-2962.

COMPUTER SERVICES COMPUTER PRO. Summer Sale! $30 Service call. Mobile CertiďŹ ed Computer Technician Senior’s: $25. 250-802-1187. U-NEED-A-NERD Friendly onsite professional computer, website and design services. Jason is BACK! 250-585-8160 or visit: jasonseale.com

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

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

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HAULING AND SALVAGE FREE QUOTES; Same Day Rubbish, yard waste, clean up. $50 & up. Moving, deliveries, demolition. 250-668-6851 GARY FORTIN’S HAULING. One call does it all. Clean-up and disposal. (250) 618-1413.

ACORN HOME SERVICES Home improvements. Repairs. Doors/windows. Custom made arbors, decks, sunrooms, awnings, fences & lots more! Garry, 250-591-7474. www.acornhomeservices.ca AGILE HOME REPAIR & Improvement. Fully insured, interior/exterior repairs and upgrades. Ian 250-714-8800.

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

GARDENING VIRDIGRIS GARDENING: Gardener for Maintenance, Renovation, Consultation & Design. Call Guy 250-7402505. http://www.virdigrisgardening.com

BRYAN GRIFFIN CONSTRUCTION Home & Bath Reno’s, Doors & Windows, Vinyl Siding & SofďŹ ts, and more. Insured. Free Estimates. 250-390-2601

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BC’s #1 employer is Health Care Make This The Year You Could Get A Dental Health Career Dental Assistant II Program will prepare graduates to meet or exceed the requirements for a Dental Assistant Level II in British Columbia. As a dependable and approachable person, you’ve always been drawn to jobs that involve working with people. Thanks to your hands-on training at Discovery Community College, you will become an integral part of a team in your new career as a Dental Assistant. Your patients will depend on you for Scan here to quality treatment, advise, and comfort as you assist learn more the dentist and carry out chairside procedures.

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OLD FASHIONED HANDYMAN Drywall, tile, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting. Quality work. No HST. Reasonable prices. 250-616-9095.

BLUE OX Home Services. Expert Handyman & Renovation Services: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, tiling, painting, lawn & garden. Refs avail. Insured. 250-713-4409.

Nanaimo – There’s a desperate need for Health Care Assistants on Mid Vancouver Island. In fact, B.C.’s healthcare sector has grown by 28% since 1997 and employers are struggling to fill job vacancies. Much of the demand is due to increases in the senior population. Health Care Assistants provide personal care, companionship and other important medical support services.

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Be in Demand as a Certified Health Care Assistant Discovery College, in Campbell River, Courtenay, Parksville and Nanaimo, offers an accelerated 38 week program in Health Care Assisting. Even with focused, short-term training we can barely keep up with employer demand. 100% of the latest Discovery graduating class found Scan here jobs upon completion. to lean Is a Rewarding Career in Health Care Assisting more

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HAIRSTYLIST on WHEELS. Seniors - men & women; I visit your home. Lil (250)585-6935.

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AltaSteel is a scrap based, based mini-mill mini m operation with melting, casting and rolling facilities located in Edmonton, we supply grinding media to the mining industry throughout North America and engineered bar products to the manufacturing, oil, and construction industries.

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EXPERIENCED Construction Labourers needed for Concrete forming and ďŹ nishing in Nanaimo. Good wages. Resume: majka99@telus.net or fax to 604-864-2796.

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WINDOWS

Richard 250-729-7809 IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER SYSTEMS QUALITY IRRIGATION. Installations/repairs. Save money, renovate. 250-616-3451

MOVING & STORAGE 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. HUBCITY MOVERS- 2 men w/cube van. $75/hr. or $325 1 bedroom. (250)753-0112.

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32” AND 27” TV with 1 TV stand, $35 each or $75 for all 3. Good cond. (250)933-4766.

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Expanding or Renovating your home/bathroom/ kitchen/basement? Roofing & finish carpentry also available. No job too small. Free estimates. Guaranteed/Insured

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Reno Windows, Failed Sealed Units, Retractable & Residential Screens ~ Free Estimates Guaranteed Workmanship

250-753-4208 PETS PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING - NO CAGES. I will care for your much loved cat(s) in my home. They get their own room with a home setting. Min. 7-day or long term stay. Limited space, book ahead! (250)740-5554

ELECTRIC GRASS trimmer/edger $45, 24” BBQ, w/ tank, $35 both in good condition. (250)758-8719. GOLF BAG, blue/black, midsize, incld’s shoulder strap, club hood, golf cart. $25. Call 250-758-6577.

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Oak china cabinet, glass door $275. Oak table $125 Dresser, bevelled mirror $200 Wash stand $80. 1800’s Pine wash stand. 1885 Birdcage piano, birdseye maple, brass candle sticks $200. (250)334-4579

COMOX, BC. 730 Aspen Rd. 4.5 yr Patio Home, 1449 sq.ft. - 2 bdrm, 2 bath + den, natural gas fire place, 4 appls. end lot w/fenced yard. $330,000 250890-9345/250-702-0621

SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

A-ONE PAINTING and Wallpapering. Serving Nanaimo for 28 years . Senior Discount. Free estimates. 250-741-0451

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BILL RIED Prints. Set of four, lrg, professionally framed, unsigned, rare pictures from the 70’s. Haida Art dog salmon, Dog fish, Shark, Raven, Bear. $800. 1 (250)758-0774

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PLUMBING RETIRED PLUMBER Journeyman. Repairs & renovations. Call (250)390-1982.

FARM EQUIPMENT

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QUALITY GARDEN SHEDS Also gazebos, pergolas, studios & storage solutions. Call 250-951-0855

CREEKFRONT 2.5 acres in Englishman River Estates, Errington. Total 3000 sq ft, 3 bdrm, 4 bath near-new home including private suite. $449,900. Courtesy to realtors. Call 250-586-8444. For details: http://members.shaw.ca/ forsale_1580benzon/index.html

LARGE DRESSER with mirror, dark wood, $300. (250)729-9486, Nanaimo. LIFT CHAIR, brand new (cost $1500), high quality vinyl, asking $800. 1 (250)748-7388

CLEARLY DUNN WINDOWS 50% off window cleaning, gutter cleaning, house washing. Insured. (250)585-6061

HOBBY FARM Tractor, Case-646, 44” bucket, 3-point hitch, rototiller. Good shape; recently serviced. $4,995. Cell: 250-858-8951; 250-385-1901, or fax: 250-480-1602

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FRIENDLY FRANK JOGGING STROLLER, $70. Call (250)754-1622.

SKY DOG Travel Kennel, extra large, 40”x27”x80”, regular cost $299, asking $150. Professional leather foldable carry massage table, face hole, body balanced, excellent condition, regular $800 and asking $400. Call (250)756-1167.

SCOOTER ELECTRIC- new batteries & charger, low km, $1100. Frig $99 Toaster Oven $25. N.Nanaimo 250 758-6462 after Aug 1, 250 758-0121.

C.R. WILLOW POINT. 3-bdrm 2 bath + sep. studio. Fenced yard & RV Parking. $269,900. Newer rancher, 5yr warrantee. (778)420-4256, (250)202-8788

AVORADO RESORT. Beautiful waterfront RV Resort. New Sites For Sale ($63,900). All season, full amenities, clubhouse & beach access. Co-op Resort w/Lifetime Ownership! www.avorado.com Call 250-228-3586.

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GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALES

145 Garner Cr. Sat/Sun Sept 1 & 2, 9-3 p.m. Quilting mags, fabric, household items, tools, artwork, photos, etc.

DEPARTURE BAY 2 Family Garage Sale. Sat., Sept. 1st, 8am-3pm. Lots of household items including framed pictures, boating items, 12’ wooden dinghy. No Junk! 3263 Granite Park Rd. (Departure Bay to Singleton to Granite)

BEACH ESTATES: 830 Beach Dr., Fri & Sat, 10-3pm. Leaving country! CEDAR, 2020 Grieve Rd., Sat, Sept. 1, 9am-2pm. MultiFamily Sale. No early birds please. Too many items to list! CENTRAL NANAIMO: 370 Cypress St., Sat, Sept. 1, 8am-2pm. Kids stuff/furniture/toys, household items, other furniture. DEPARTURE BAY: Sat, Sept. 1st, 9am-1pm. Paintball gun, military sleeping bag, sewing stuff, planters, guy stuff. 3133 Robin hood Drive.

DEPARTURE BAY. Sat. & Sun., Sept 1 & 2, 9am-3:30pm Toys, household, books, fishing, boating. 1501 Argyle Ave. SOUTH NANAIMO: Sat. & Sun Sept. 1 & 2, 8 am - 2 pm. 532 Deering St. (at Bruce). Man-Sale! Tools, hardware, reno bits & pieces & STUFF. HOSPITAL AREA: Sat, Sept. 1st, 9am-3pm. Barbecue, TV, mini fridge, books, household items. 1311 Boundary Cres.

GARAGE SALES GIANT GARAGE SALE 10 Families at The Lazy T Ranch at 3576 Jinglepot Rd.

Fri. Aug. 31, 9am-3pm Sat. Sept. 1, 9am-3pm Sun. Sept. 2, 9am-3pm.

Too much to list! LADYSMITH. SAT & SUN Sept. 1 & 2, 10am-2pm. 4924 Homestead Way. MOVING SALE. Sat., Sun & Mon. Sept. 1, 2 & 3, 9am-3pm. Household items - everything must go! 2115 Boxwood Road P.C.W.M. Wood Recycle Facility Garage Sale every Sat & Sun. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.. Biggs Rd, Nanaimo Milner Group.ca

2 BEDROOM, 1 + 3/4 pc Bath, Den, High Ceilings, Double Garage, Luxury Townhouse at Creekside on Corfield in Parksville. Private side, backing on to Green space + Walking Trail. $373,900. Ph: 250 586 6444. 3BDRM, 2BATH upstairs; 2bdrm legal suite downstairs. Everything brand new from roof to floor. Close to schools, shopping centre and all amenities. Only $299,900 firm, for quick sale. (250)6180535 or 250-618-6814 CAYCUSE Very rare 5 acre treed park-like Property with well-maintained furnished home - 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Reduced to sell $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 or 250-478-2648

NEWLY RENOVATED 2bdrm Rancher centrally located, Jinglepot (Nanaimo) area. Open concept kitchen leading into beautiful sun room. Gas FP and new HW tank. Single car garage with additional storage area. $339,000. 1 (250)7582294 or 250-754-6214 Lv.Msg.

HAWTHORNE CORNER, walk to VIU, now renting suites, start at $950 mo. Phone Roger 250-713-1025. NANAIMO, 1275 Dufferin Cres Across Gen Hospital. 1 & 2 Bdrms from $675/mo. Call Carman 250-740-1002 NANAIMO DOWNTOWN 3 bdrm,1.5 bath, on-site laundry. NS/NP. $900. 250-754-1547. NANAIMO. SPOTLESS, quiet 1 bedrooms from $670. Close to ferry & harbour walk. Intercom, elevator. Free hot water, sauna. N/S, N/P. Ref’s. Call Mark/Don at 250-753-8633.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

LADYSMITH. NEW 4 bdrm/2 bath with legal 1 bdrm suite. Many upgrades. Includes 11 appliances. Fully landscaped, New Home Warranty. $369,900. 1120 Gilson Pl. 250-741-0353, 250-714-2746

MOVE IN READY $243,900. 1704 McPhee Ave., Courtenay BC. 3 bdrm, 1 bath w/all updates. Open concept, original hardwood floors, beautiful garden beds, fully fenced back yard, 2 out buildings for storage. A MUST SEE! C 250897-9934 or H 250334-3799

DUFFERIN/HOSPITAL 1 & 2 bdrm, FREE Heat & H/W. Adult building, wheelchair access, security cameras. Renovated units. Large balcony, near shopping. From $695 plus mo. Call 250-753-6656.

OLD CITY lrg 1-2bdrm, adult oriented, bus route, N/S, N/P. $695/$800. (250)714-6560

Ladysmith: $397,000. 463 Battie Dr. 3 bdrm, 3 bath, 2794 sq.ft. home. Level entry, can be suited. Numerous upgrades. 2 gas fireplaces, BBQ hook-up. Mature garden, inground sprinklers. Immaculate. Ph: 250-245-8840 or email: malcodon@shaw.ca

STORAGE FACILITY 20 x 14 in strata complex, Parksville Industrial Park. $37,500. Will consider long term rent. $180/mo. & hydro. 250-2407672. abbie7060@yahoo.com

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Qualicum Beach: $295,000 1512 sq.ft. modular, 5yrs old, on own land in 45+ Coop Park. 2bdrm +den, 2baths. Close to beaches and golf courses. Will also trade for Rancher in Nanaimo. (250)738-0248

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MOVING SALE: Dble bed, Sgl bed, couch & loveseat, table & 6-chairs, TV entertainment stand, stereo system. Open to offers. (250)390-5302

ACER 17” flat screen computer, Canon Printer, swivel desk & chair, like new, $350 (all). JVC 48” projection colour TV, floor model, 4 yrs old, $300. Love seat, like new, light colours, $150. (250)951-0839.

#3 1695 Boundary Ave- 2 bdrms $695. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

DOWNTOWN NANAIMO. 1bdrm. On-site laundry, parking NS/NP. $550. 250-754-1547.

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DOWNSIZING. BIG computer desk, King size bed with Sleep Country mattress including bedroom suite and all accessories. Living room furniture, sofa, love seat, matching coffee and end tables, lamps, etc. Offers on everything. Call (250)951-9899.

30 CAVAN St. Senior friendly 1bdrm +den. Completely reno’d, granite counters, hdw floors, paint, tub enclosure, top floor, lrg deck, secure parking. N/S, N/P. $800/mo. 1yr lease. 1-604-720-0775

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PARKSVILLE PATIO HOME (1502 sq ft) 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 car garage beside the Morningstar Golf Course. Open concept. Lots of extras including extended private patio overlooking pond & waterfall. $365,000. Call 250-947-5101

KENMORE Washing machine, heavy duty, white, excellent cond., $80. (250)751-5257.

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MATCHING FRIGIDAIRE 18 cu ft Fridge and 30” self clean smooth top Stove, “stay clean” stainless steel and black. New in Oct/2011, asking $950 obo. Call (250)752-5573.

#304 - 4720 Uplands, 1 bdrm $700 mo. Ardent Properties w w w. a r d e n t p r o p e r t i e s. c o m Call (250) 753-0881.

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APARTMENT/CONDO #231 - 99 Chapel Street, 1 bdrm, $595. Ardent Properties w w w. a r d e n t p r o p e r t i e s. c o m Call (250) 753-0881.

ALMOST NEW dumbbells, 30lbs ea. (latest style) $55obo. 1 (250)741-0451 DESK- 48”wx40”d professional quality, pencil & file drawer, $85. Call (250)753-3588.

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C. NANAIMO- Newly painted lrg/clean 3 bdrm sxs duplex, 4 appls, lrg yard, near school/ bus stop & shopping. $950 + utils. (604)318-9322 NANAIMO 1BDRM + den, 1150sq ft unit in 4-plex at 2506 Labieux Rd. for quiet tenant only, $850 + utils. N/P, nr bus stop. (Sept. 1). 250-729-8969.

NANAIMO PATIO home. Excellent location, 1280 sq ft, 2 bdrms, 2 bath, gas furnace & fireplace, garage, vaulted ceilings, sunny patio. Asking $282,900. Call 250-327-2551.

N NANAIMO- Clean, 3-bdrm+ den, 1.5 bath, 4 appls, carport, fenced yrd. Close Woodgrove, Superstore, lake, schools/bus. New paint. Quiet. Ref’s. Sept 1st. $1050. 250-751-5257.

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Old Orchard Character Home. 2,200 sq.ft. 3-4 bdrms, 2 ba., wood heat/gas burning furnace. Original hardwood & tile. $529,000 call 250-338-5051 judithannetal@yahoo.com

40 ft Park Model in year round park in Parksville. Add on room & patio, carport & shed. Pad rent includes cable & wi-fi. Call 250-951-4902

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Parksville 4 acres +, 3 bdrm modular. mins. from town. Lots of water, trees & lawn. $480,000.00 Drive by 1304 Coldwater Rd. If interested call 250-228-7162

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HOMES FOR RENT CEDAR: SMALL 2 bdrm rancher, 2 full baths, beautiful landscaped yard. Possible pet if house trained. Newly decorated. $800. Avail. immed. Call (250)722-2991. HAREWOOD AREA 3bdrm +den, 1.5baths, garage, F/S, washer. Near schools, shopping, bus. Oct. 1st. Long term wanted. 250-753-6273 LAKE COWICHAN- 2 storey house on large lot, 3 bdrms up, studio & family rm downstairs, 2100sq ft, W/D, 1.5 bath, NS/NP. Available now. $1200. (604)715-3535. jimkarmann@shaw.ca

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SUITES, LOWER 1091 SILVER Mountain Dr- 1 bdrm, $650. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com CENTRAL NANAIMO. 2-bdrm bsmnt suite $950. includes utils. Bright & clean. N/S, N/P, Sept. 1st. (250)716-1618. C. NANAIMO: Very spacious, clean 1 bdrm bsmt suite. Own W/D, private entr, incls utils, 2 minute walk to major bus route. NS/NP. $700 mo. Avail immed. Call 250-667-1221. COLLEGE HEIGHTS: 2 B/R, N/S, N/P. Bird Sanctuary Dr. Close to VIU. Avail Sept. 1 $750/M + 1/3 util. 755-1399 HOSPITAL AREA 2bdrm bsmt suite. N/S, N/P. $825/m utilities incl. 250-754-7502 LADYSMITH: BRIGHT 1bdrm, 1000 sq ft, level entry, insuite W/D, full kitchen, small patio, priv ent, off street prkg, immac cond, NS/NP, utils incl’d, $750. Avail immed. 250-245-0205. ccurrie23@hotmail.com N. NANAIMO: 1 bdrm basement suite. Near Woodgrove. Separate entry, F/S, heat/hy$750/mo. dro incl. NS/NP. Sept. 1st. 250-758-6933. N. NANAIMO: 2 bdrm. Close to Woodgrove Mall. New washer & dryer. NS/NP. Refs req. $950/M. utils/cable/hydro incl. 250-390-4692. N. NANAIMO: Furn’d waterfront, ocean & mountain views, lrg master bdrm w/ bath, N/S, quiet & clean, ref’s. $800 mo. 250-390-1805, 250-616-2906. NORTH NANAIMO- 1 bdrm, separate entrance, close to Woodgrove Mall. $700 inclds utils. NS/NP. 250-713-0861. NORTH NANAIMO. Level entry bright 2-bdrm, newly reno’d, on bus route. Gas F/P, W/D. NS/NP. Responsible tenant.Ref’s. $750. 250-756-2931 S.NANAIMO 2-BDRM newly reno’d grnd level. Large yard. $1000.+ util. Inclds internet, cable. NS/NP. 250-591-0811. TOWNSITE. 1-BDRM. Must see! Large treed lot. Near college, hospital & transit. NS/NP $600. incl. util & prkg. Avail now. Call Karen 250-760-2234

1980 RARE Pontiac Phoenix, only 80,000k, 2 previous owners. Top Shape. P/S,P/B/P/W, tilt. News brakes, rotors, alternator, battery, trans serviced. $1,500 OBO (250)732-8811

1999 MAZDA Miata Convert & hard top. SE model, black ext. tan leather, 122,000k, power windows/doors/steering/antenna, 5spd manual. Bose sound system, cruise control, alarm, ABS brakes. Tires good, new brakes last 5,000k. Regular service; excellent condition. $9,990. (250)729-4948

32’ TRAVEL Trailer in pet friendly park in Yuma, Arizona. Furnished, A/C, Arizona room and 10x10 shed. Park has pool and hot tub. $3,500obo. (250)756-1228

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1987 TOYOTA SUPRA, 5 spd, 2 dr, black, black leather intertior, gas miser. Brakes just done. $1250 obo. (250)7097917 2008 HONDA CIVIC DXG, 97,000 km, 5 spd. 10 Mo’s left on lease. Take over @ 325/mo. First month free and all transfer fees. 250-210-1788

1993 BUICK Regal, 4dr, Auto, green exterior, leather interior. air, power package, 100,000K. Very good condition. $3,500 obo. (250)618-6685

2010 BUICK ENCLAVE, white opal ebony leather, heated & cooled front seats. 19” x 7.5” chrome, 7 passenger, navigation & entertainment panorama roof. 51,000 km’s. $41,000 Call 250-594-0012

MOTORCYCLES 1998 HONDA CIVIC $3,999 5 speed manual trans., power windows, steering & locks. Front brakes & timing chain done in 2011. 250-754-5777 or 250-951-3156

2002 GMC Jimmy 4x4, 2 dr, 212,000km, auto, air, 4.7 Vortec V6. Reg maintenance, good tires & brakes. $4,799 obo. (250)597-3140

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2005 GMC Yukon Denali. Fully loaded, extra winter rims & tires, 179,000 k’s. $14,900.00 Call 250-468-1619 or email: dansonja@telus.net

1994 RUSTLER 24.5’ 5th wheel Trailer. 4 burner stove, new awning, all in good condition, everything works well. Asking $7000 obo. Please call (250)723-8855.

2000 DAMON Intruder Motorhome. 36ft, 64,000km, v-10 Ford, HW & tile floors, propane heater, 2-slide outs, back up camera, tv. Mint cond., $35,500 obo. (250)758-5710

2011 FORD Focus SE $14,900. A/C, heated seats, Bluetooth, remote keyless entry, 32 000 km, full warranties, & more! Call (250) 756-0502.

2009 ACADIA SLT, AWD, seats 7, loaded. 60,500km. $30,000. 250-923-7203

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2002 MERCEDES E320 Loaded, immaculate, all leather. Silver on Gray. $129,000 km’s. Original owner. $12,500. Call 250-594-0012.

2002 F150 XLT, 4x4 auto, 240,000 km, new tires/brakes, clean, runs great, power group, red w/matching canopy. $7800 obo (250) 743-3076 2002 GMC Sierra 4x4 short box, 140,000 km. 1995 9’3” camper plus canopy for truck. All very good cond. $15,000. (250)248-7358. 89 FORD F350, 4 dr, long box 1 ton, 460 auto, well maintained, good for hauling & towing. $1000. obo. 250-951-0855

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1988 VOLVO 240DL, body in good shape, no rust at all. Good driving condition. Includes 4 new all season tires and 4 new snow tires. $2000 obo. Call (250)240-2014 or email to: joepanic@sd69.bc.ca

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Campion Explorer 552 $15,000 o.b.o. 19 ft. 1999 282 hrs. Mercruiser 3.0 L sterndrive, roadrunner 3000lbs trailer. Evinrude outboard 15hp 4-stroke. Optional fishing/recreational gear. 250-2041649;250-923-2996

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1996 BMW Motorcycle 153,000 km, R-1100. Top of the line cruising bike. $4,495 obo. 1-250-6186800.

2010 SUBARU Outback AWD, PZEV, Moonroof, 35,000 miles, ext. Warranty. $25,000. Call 250-248-6344.

HUNTER SAILBOAT “Zig Zag”. 33.5 FT, 20 HPD Yamaha diesel, zodiac dinghy. View at the Port Alice Marina. 250-284-6121.

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2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 firm. 250-755-5191.

2009 PT CRUISER, ex cond, 55km, auto, pw, a/c, White, well maintained. Motivated must sell. $9,990. 250-7324866

1970 34’ Rare Coronado Sailboat with optional Deep Bay moorage. Good condition, repowered with Volvo Penta (2003) $25,000 O.B.O 250-941-5001

READY TO go south! 1996 Sportsmaster 5th Wheel, 24 ft, excellent condition with 1988 GMC 2500 Pickup; all maintenance records; $11,000 obo. Lorne, Parksville BC. Call 250-954-0511.

SUITES, UPPER PROTECTION ISLAND: quiet, quality, furnished 2bdrm bsmnt, ground level, 4 appli’s. N/P, N/S. 12 minute ferry ride to Nanaimo. $650. Available Sept. 1, 2012 - April 30, 3013 (250)753-4123 or 758-4454

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