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Three women from Nanaimo are dead, and five people injured after a motor vehicle crash Sunday on the Malahat Drive. Rob Patterson, chief of Malahat’s Volunteer Fire Hall, said the crash happened at about 11:30 a.m. during a two-vehicle cross-over along a non-median section near Whittaker Road. The rain-soaked highway reopened at about 5:30 p.m. after being closed in both

directions as police re-routed traffic along Shawnigan Lake Road. “It’s the worst [fatality] I’ve ever attended,” said Patterson. A Honda SUV, with five people, crossed the centre line and struck a northbound Chevrolet pickup truck containing three people, Patterson said. Identities of all eight people have yet to be released, but Shawnigan Lake RCMP confirmed Monday that all three victims, including the female driver, 31, a 20-year-old woman and one female teen,

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The First Unitarian Fellowship will receive $40,000 from the City of Nanaimo to operate a shelter when the weather gets too cold and wet for people without permanent housing to sleep outdoors. Earlier this year, the fellowship stated it would not be able to operate the permanent 24-bed shelter between November and March as it did last year because the demand taxed the administrators beyond their capabilities. Instead, the fellowship has agreed to run what it calls an extreme shelter with relaxed requirements. An extreme shelter opens at 0 C (or colder) wet or dry outside and at 2 C when it’s wet. Under the new guidelines, the shelter will also open if it is rainy and 5 C or colder. “We’re still running an extreme weather shelter but our definition of extreme has been eased up a little,” said Arthur Lionel, chairman of the weather task force for the fellowship. “We’ll be open when things are not quite as cold as what is considered extreme.” Temperatures will be considered in the morning forecast and that will determine whether the shelter opens that night or not. Weather events that fall under the extreme parameters will allow the fellowship to bill B.C. Housing for its costs while the nights that fall under the relaxed requirements will be paid for with the $40,000 from the city. ◆ See ‘EIGHT’ /6

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people get on the right path. Unfortunately, there are still stigmas attached to mental health that might keep people from seeking help. Local supporters like the Applecross Home Hardware want to change that. “The CMHA is under-supported and under-recognized,” said Doug Fast, man-

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Art Baker, right, helps unveil an engraved granite rock to commemorate the site where Jack Macready began teaching automotive students more than 75 years ago. Macready’s school evolved into what is now Vancouver Island Univeristy. Helping Baker with the presentation is Ralph Nilson VIU president, left, Mike Brown, VIU board chairman and Mayor John Ruttan. Baker is VIU’s oldest living alumnus.

union advocate for a better working environment. “It’s power in numbers because we’re all concerned about patient care,” she said. Tensions between RNs and LPNs have occurred over the employer choosing to replace RNs with LPNs to save money, but Taylor said the union hopes to secure job security language in both contracts. The first attempt by the BCNU at getting LPNs to join was made in 2009, but the union was unable to get enough signed membership cards from LPNs. Taylor said the BCNU’s actions have had consequences – the union’s membership in the B.C. Federation of Labour was revoked and it had to withdraw from the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions. “We felt that this was a good enough and worthy enough cause to make these sacrifices,” she said. The Hospital Employees’ Union, which formerly represented the majority of LPNs, continues to represent more than 2,000 nurses who work for non-profit and for-profit long-term care facility operators. “LPNs would be better served if they had a united voice, but this vote has left them divided,” said Mike Old, HEU spokesman. “But the vote was very clear, it was a clear margin.” Old said there has been tension between LPNs and RNs regarding overlapping scope of practice and the BCNU has resisted expansion of the LPN role in the health-care system. Due to the HEU’s advocacy and the advocacy of the profession itself, the number of LPNs working in B.C. has doubled over the past decade, he said.

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Vancouver Island University’s oldest living alumnus returned to the site last week where he studied auto mechanics as a teenager at Nanaimo’s first vocational training school in 1938. Art Baker, now 91, enrolled in Jack Macready’s automotive program, located at the corner of Machleary and Campbell streets, when he was just 17 as a way of securing employment in a time when jobs were scarce. Vancouver Island University representatives, city officials and a handful of students from VIU’s current automotive program designated the location, now part of the Sid Clarke Gyro Park, as a historic site with the unveiling of an engraved six-tonne granite rock donated by LaFarge Canada. Baker said he enrolled in Macready’s program because, like many other youth of this time, he was searching for a better future. “Things were tough,” said Baker of the Great Depression. “There were

no jobs, except in the woods but that wasn’t something I wanted to do for the rest of my life. My dad told me to sign up for the automotive program, so I did.” It paid dividends. Near the end of the program, a local businessman visited the school to recruit new employees. Baker was one of the first students to get a job at a local Dodge dealership before enlisting in the air force in 1941. Baker’s wife, Winona, is also a VIU alumnus. A respected writer, she completed several English and creative writing courses while raising the couple’s four children. They still live just a few blocks from the historical site. To open the school, which expanded from a one-room shed and became known as the Dominion Provincial Youth Training centre, Macready relied heavily on provincial and federal funding. Because of the school’s success, that funding kept coming, sowing the seeds for what later became the B.C. Vocational Training School in 1959 and eventually Malaspina College, which was located at the old hospital site on Kennedy Street. The college moved to Fifth Street in 1976 and was renamed Malaspina University-College in 1989. In 2008 it became Vancouver Island University. VIU president Ralph Nilson said

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2012-27332 On Oct. 3, a diamond ring was turned into the front counter of the Nanaimo RCMP detachment. It was found in the area of Fifth Street and Bruce Avenue It has an engraving on the side with a male’s name and contains a number of diamonds in a variety of sizes. 2012-27404 On Oct. 4, four tires were reported stolen from a truck parked on Komoqua Street.

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2012-27541 On Oct. 5, a boat was stolen from the Boat Harbour Marine located on Kendall Road. The boat is a four-metre aluminum skiff with a 15hp Johnson motor. 2012-27584 Sometime after 4 p.m. on Oct. 6, a home at 60 Wakesiah Ave. was broken into. Entry was gained through the front door. A black HP laptop computer, a small box of passports and some cash were stolen. 2012-27824 On Oct. 9, a breakand-enter was reported at the Gracemed Clinic at 1629 Townsite Rd. A Toshiba laptop computer, model Satellite L750 with serial No. 5B444L31W was stolen.

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Technology-based innovators are getting a tip of the hat from the Mid-Island Science Technology and Innovation Council. Seventeen business and individuals (including eight from Nanaimo) from the Malahat to northern Vancouver Island, the Sunshine Coast and Gulf Islands were named finalists in MISTIC’s Innovation Awards to be handed out Nov. 2 at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre. Nanaimo finalists and their categories include: Webquake Solutions, SEAMOR Marine Ltd. and Trade Tec Computer Systems – emerging product; ESSCO Solutions – environmental excellence; BonAppie – innovative start-up of the year; Pixelstream Communi-

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Shelter a good compromise p By now, most people have turned on the heat in their homes as chilly autumn nights and wet weather has arrived. If you’re homeless, simply flicking a switch isn’t an option. Simple survival for people without a permanent residence becomes much more complicated as nights become cold and wet. Fortunately, the City of Nanaimo and the First Unitarian Fellowship were able to reach an agreement that will see the fellowship provide a 24-bed expanded extreme weather shelter. Normally, an extreme shelter opens only when the temperature hits freezing, or if it hits 2 C and is raining. With money provided by the Vancouver Island Health Authority and allocated by the regional district, an additional $40,000 was provided to the fellowship to operate the shelter when overnight low temperatures drop to 5 C or lower. Last year, the fellowship operated the shelter on a permanent basis from November to March, but quickly found the task overwhelming. It stated it wasn’t able to operate a permanent shelter this winter. Since no organizations answered a request for proposals by the city to operate a full-time shelter this winter, a compromise had to be reached with the fellowship, and by all accounts it is a decent compromise, one that might save a life or two. But a compromise doesn’t address the long-term need for a permanent cold weather shelter in Nanaimo, a place where those without a roof over their head know they can go consistently in the winter months to seek shelter from a storm or extended cold snap. What’s more, a permanent shelter could provide an opportunity to offer other services – free breakfasts, emergency dental care and basic cooking and nutritional skills, among others – to those in our society who could greatly benefit from a hand up. The Nanaimo News Bulletin is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

Saving natural spaces key to future It was a beautiful fall evening in for the city. It’s an important Nanaimo to take a stroll at Piper’s component of an evolving city’s Lagoon Park. economy. But perhaps sustainable I walked along the path, climbed growth is an important factor in over the rock barrier to the rest the equation. of the trail and scrambled over Nanaimo is a city that stretches some shoreline outcroppings to out. It’s not one with a lot of sit by the water. growth upward. Taking off my shoes I slung my That outward growth is taking legs over the side of the rock and forested land with it. dangled them into the The Mid Island water. It was cool to the Sustainability REPORTER’S touch, succumbing to Stewardship Initiative VIEWPOINT the chill of the season. is pushing for more Nearby seagulls called protection. The orgaRachel Stern to each other on the nization’s initiative of Reporter p rocks. Waves crashed branding Nanaimo and on my feet and ankles the surrounding area moving with the ebb as a Green Gateway and flow of the dusk is a great idea. It’s a tide. simple phrase and easy The fall leaves of to remember. It could orange and red swelled be something to tie into with a puff of wind on the tourism marketing a rocky hill in the disfor the region. tance. And soon a boat made its The province is being marketed way out to sea. as Super Natural B.C. It’s a place The beauty made me think of where people can explore all the the people who had the foresight wonders of the forests, lakes, to protect the park land and mountains and oceans. The comensure it was there for future mercials are filled with leaping generations to enjoy. The park is a whales, and backpackers reaching sanctuary of nature in a growing the top of a mountain to look out city with pressure to develop land. onto an amazing vista of nature. There are many spaces in the So why can’t Nanaimo and the city groups and individuals are mid-Island region market itself as fighting to protect. Pressure from the Green Gateway to Vancouver development is always on the Island? It’s a start to letting horizon. That pressure is taking people know how important these pieces of land people use as sancgreen spaces are to the commutuaries and turning them into nity. Projects to connect trails and concrete or wooden structures of expand trails are already undercommerce or homes for residents. way. Growth is good in many aspects Protecting these spaces is an

important part of the proposal. Talking to different groups and municipal leaders, I have heard people talk about the difficulties of getting protection in some zones, especially if they cross over many government jurisdictions. People are waiting to see the outcome of some things already underway. But, how long will we be waiting? The slow destruction of natural spaces in the community is something that is happening now. Perhaps it’s so slow it’s hard to realize how much has been lost. Down the road about 10 years, as we look back at a community, will we ask ourselves what happened to that amazing field that was behind our homes? It may be easier to see the extent of destruction when it is a large piece of property being developed all at once. Then the visual impact is immediately. But, perhaps, if it is done one hectare at a time our minds don’t comprehend the amount of destruction happening. The incremental destruction of these natural spaces means less space available for the future. Some people I’ve talked to said they’re going to wait and see, or that these spaces can be protected somewhere further down the road in the future. But what happens if we wait too long? What happens if the waiting period means that pieces of these potential nature sanctuaries are slowly whittled away? reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

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Citizens keep B.C. Ferries afloat To the Editor, Re: Ferry fares set to increase, Oct. 4. B.C. Ferries is again raising fares, in spite of a declining user group – not the usual business decision. The ferry system is not your usual business, because B.C. Ferries is obliged to cover major losing runs, such as the Gulf Islands. According to the figures reported in the annual report of the B.C. Ferries Commissioner, the annual revenues for

12 months to March 31, 2012 are $51.4 million for the Islands Trust area south of Cortes Island. The annual expenses B.C. Ferries has to absorb are $76.2 million, thus showing a loss/subsidy of approximately $24 million. Clearly this is not sustainable. Referring to the Gabriola Isand ferry service only, the revenues are $5.7 million, with expenses of $7.4 million and a subsidy of $1.7 million annually. The revenue is

more than adequate to pay for a 100-year bridge system, thus releasing B.C. Ferries from their unsustainable expense. If the subsidy is shared by all inhabitants of an island, the following examples are illustrative of the problem: The Gabriola Island loss/subsidy, shared equally by the 5,000 or so inhabitants, works out to approximately $1,134 per person. Another example is Thetis Island, with approximately 350 inhabitants and a

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City can solve building issue To the Editor, The city bought and expropriated the lands now called the Port of Nanaimo Centre. That said, how positive is this?

Expropriate the old A&B Sound building and demolish it. Now you could put a nice square with a modern theme for today’s veterans, smooth sidewalks and flower beds around a cenotaph and public washrooms. Or go one further, and expropriate enough to include a transit bus depot as well. Forgetting to drop the people that live here at the doorsteps of downtown could be the problem. Neil Saunders Nanaimo

Simple gesture helps end litter To the Editor, Re: Public attitude hinders a litter-free Nanaimo, Letters, Oct. 4. There’s a point that I’d like to add to Zeno Jeon’s letter. If you see litter, pick it up and put it in a garbage can. It’s a little thoughtful thing that one can do that doesn’t take much time and

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Food poisoning rarer in plants To the Editor, Re: Nanaimo E. coli case connected to Alberta tainted beef scare, Oct. 11. Having suffered from a horrible case of salmonella poisoning after eating a meaty sub when I was younger, I sympathize with all the people who were sickened by tainted meat from XL Foods, and I’m flabbergasted that the government’s food safety programs have been so ineffective.

Officials could better protect people by promoting healthy vegan foods, which don’t naturally harbour harmful pathogens. E. coli, salmonella, and other dangerous bacteria live in the intestinal tracts and feces of warm-blooded animals. Fruits and vegetables only become contaminated when manure is used to fertilize crops or when it seeps into our waterways. Cross-contamination can also occur when produce is placed on the same surface as meat, or when someone doesn’t practice proper hygiene. If we stop raising animals for food, we’ll have fewer foodpoisoning outbreaks. We’ll also reduce our risk for heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and other diet-related diseases by eating nutritious plantbased meals. Emily Lavender People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Victoria

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Consumers must be wary of arsenic food scare FOOD MATTERS Marjorie Stewart

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Wide Mouth Mason performs selections from its latest album No Bad Days and older fan favourites at the Queen’s Wednesday (Oct. 17). PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

BY RACHEL STERN THE NEWS BULLETIN

An award-winning poet is sharing his work at Vancouver Island University this week. Dennis Lee, the 2012 Gustafson Distinguished Poet chairman, will speak at a free public lecture in Nanaimo at VIU Thursday (Oct. 18). He’ll also speak at a student only event on Wednesday (Oct. 17) During his discussion, Re-Greening the Undermusic, Lee will also explore the evolution of his work over the past five decades. “In my early 20s I was writing painfully artificial poetry, trying to belong to the older tradition of verse,” said Lee in an e-mail. “Over the decades, I’ve gradually learned to write more directly, with greater technical freedom.” The poet will also discuss his latest book, Testament. Lee received the 1971 Gover nor General’s Award, the Order of Canada and was named Toronto’s Poet Laureate. Lee will speak at VIU Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of Bldg. 355. After the lecture a reception and book signing will be held in the Royal Arbutus Room, Bldg. 300. During the reception people can purchase copies of his book. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

Good days inspire band’s latest album BY RACHEL STERN THE NEWS BULLETIN

Everyone has a good day that stays with them. Wide Mouth Mason filled an entire album with them with its latest creation No Bad Days. “It’s the most transparent capture of the band that’s ever happened,” said Shaun Verreault, lead singer and guitarist for the band. Wide Mouth Mason perfor ms selections from their new album and past favourites at the Queen’s Wednesday (Oct. 17).

Verreault said the band wanted to capture the live off the floor feel in this album, because sometimes something is lost when songs are over worked in the studio. He said there is something special about the imperfection of older songs, like that moment it takes Aretha Franklin to settle into a note. With the departure of band member Earl Pereira the band asked Gordie Johnson to perform with them during a couple shows. They had worked with Johnson for years,

but not as a band member. “We did a couple of shows and there was some real magical chemistry there on stage and off,” said Verreault. Johnson soon became the newest member of the trio, which also includes Safwan Javed, on vocals and drums. The three of them had a fun time making the video for their first hit single off the album, Get A Hold Of You. Verreault said the band filmed the video themselves using their MacBook. He said in the shots with all three of

them people will be able to see one of the band members arms outstretched, which is holding the computer. “It speaks to just how much control we have,” said Verreault, about creating the video. The song was a favourite among fans when Wide Mouth Mason performed. “They were singing it like it was one of the songs they had heard for a long time,” said Verreault. Wide Mouth Mason is keeping their shows full of energy for the fans. “We have gotten in touch

with our inner jam band,” he said. “We are feeling really agile and limber as a band that we can take those chances.” He said the Island has always been an amazing place for Wide Mouth Mason to perform. Wide Mouth Mason plays the Queen’s Wednesday (Oct. 17). Doors open at 9 p.m. Tickets are $25 at the door or $20 in advance at Lucid, Transformations, Harbour City Music, The Dog’s Ear, the Queen’s or online at www.ticketzone.com. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

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Publisher searches for great novel A West Coast publishing company is searching for the greatest B.C. novel. Mother Tongue Publishing, based on Salt Spring Island, is calling on writers in Brit-

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launches and readings and the publication of their novel in a trade paper edition and in eBook form. Writers must live in British Columbia and submit the first chapter, a maximum of 30 pages, and the novel must not have been accepted or submitted elsewhere. The three shortlisted finalists, judged by Gurjinder Basran and David Chariand, will be announced in January. The winner, selected by final judge Caroline Adderson, will be announced in the spring of 2013 and the novel will be published for the fall 2013 or spring 2014 season. Deadline for submissions is Nov. 1 and a $35 entry fee is required. For contest guidelines, mailing information and further contest information, please go to www. mothertonguepublish ing.com.

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Taurus, there’s so much to g get done this week that yyou mayy not know where to begin. g Making g a list of your responsibilities p may help you get organized.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

No one is going to know how you feel unless you speak up, Scorpio. Don’t slink into the shadows; get out in the open and have your voice heard.

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TOY ZEBRA shakes up the Queen’s with two evening shows.

Toy Zebra is showing its rock stripes to Nanaimo audiences. The band has two evening performances at the Queen’s Friday and Saturday (Oct. 19-20). The band, consisting of Cam Wilkinson, Callum Jackson and Tanner Aguiar, began its career on Vancouver Island in

Aspiring singers can get a taste of what it’s like to be part of a community choir tonight. EveryBodySings is hosting Taste of Community Singing tonight (Oct. 16) from 7-9 p.m. and Thursday (Oct. 18) from 10 a.m. to noon. It’s an opportunity for people to see if they would like to become part of the choir. The first time taster fee is $5. If people decide to become a member of the choir that money will be deducted from their four week $32 fee.

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THEATRE THE DRAWER BOY by Yellow Point Drama Group Oct. 4-20. Tickets $15; $10/youth; $30/dinner. Call 250722-3067.

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During the Vancouver Island Symphony’s musical zoo, part of Symphony Community Day, youth can meet musicians and try various instruments.

Families can peek into musical world The Vancouver Island Symphony is inviting families to experience the joy of music during its upcoming community day event. Symphony Community Day, Saturday (Oct. 20) is at the Port Theatre from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. It allows families to take a peek into the world of music and meet Vancouver Island Symphony musicians. It also features a musical instrument zoo, a NoteworthyKids family event and an open rehearsal. The musical zoo, from 11 a.m. till noon, allows kids to meet musicians and try playing various instruments

from flutes and cellos to tubas and trumpets, under the guidance of symphony musicians. It features a discussion by symphony cellist Joel Stobbe. He’ll discuss the 2012-13 season and then introduce a surprise guest. The open rehearsal, from 12:30-1:30 p.m., allows people to watch symphony members as they prepare for upcoming shows. Reservations for a free ticket must be made for the open rehearsal, by calling 250-754-8550. For more information please call 250754-0177 or go to www. vancouverislandsym phony.com.

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MELVILLE BOYS Norm Foster play by Nanaimo Theatre Group runs Oct. 11-27 at 8 p.m.; Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. Tickets $16-18. Call 250-7587224.

EVENTS presented by TheatreOne gourmet food fair. Friday (Oct. 19), from 4-9 p.m. at Beban Park Auditorium. Tickets $15 (in advance only). Tickets and vendor list available at www.theatreone. org/Bite_of_Nanaimo. htm. FOLK CONNECTION coffee house event, 7-10 p.m., featuring

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Tom Lewis, singing sea chantyies, after 8:30 p.m. at the Hope Lutheran Church Hall Friday (Oct. 19). Event features an open stage for musicians. Entry fee $5.

MUSIC WIDE MOUTH MASON plays the Queen's Wednesday (Oct. 17).

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Rockliff, Eira

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Greta passed away, peacefully at home, on October 10, 2012 at age 77 after a year long battle with cancer. She was dearly loved by her husband, Rudy; daughter, Peggy (Warren) Ackerman; grandchildren, Karl (Amanda), Aaron, Charlie and great grandson, Mikah. Greta spent many happy years with Rudy always enjoying life along the way including her love of travel, family and friends. Remember her endless energy, positive outlook, carefree nature and smile on her face. Thank you to Dr Ehmann and the home support staff that helped keep her comfortable, and friends for their support and care over the last few months. In lieu of ﬂowers, please donate to the BC Cancer Society or charity of your choice, in her honour.

STRACHAN, Shona Eliiizabet STRACH zabe abeth th Shona pas Sho passeed away on Octoberr 10,, 2012 aft after a courageouss battle with cancer. She will be dearly missed byy her beloved husband, Garyy Payne; two sons, Allan (Paula), Scott; and one daughter, Alitia (Kent); nine grandchildren; her mother, Janette (Lothar); father, Allan (Norma); one brother, Ken and one sister, Sharon (Lloyd); two nieces, two nephews and her extended Payne family. Flowers gratefully declined. For those so desiring, donations in memory of Shona may be made to the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, Palliative Care Unit. A Celebratio Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, to be announcced. Telford’s of Nanaimo T 250-591-6644

Eira is survived by her husband, Jim Rockliff; her daughter, Penny Dubak (Michey); (Mickey); her son, Larry Rockliff (Bonnie); her daughter, Laurie Bloemen Bloemne (David); six grandchildren: Brent Dubak, Aaron Dubak, Jennifer Rockliff Kalvaitis, Cheryl Rocklliff Rockliff McLaughlin, McLaughlin, Paula Rockliff, Jordan Bloemen; seven great grandchildren: Payton Dubak, Tyler Dubak, Ella Kalvaitis, Reid Kalvaitis, Paige Kalvaitis, Lily Kalvaitis, Nathan McLaughlin and many good friends. She is gone. You can shed tears that she is gone, Or you can smile because she has lived. You can close your eyes and wish that she will come back, Or you can open your eyes and see all that she has left. Your heart can be empty because you can’t see her, Or you can be full of the love that you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. You can remember her and only that she is gone, Or you can cherish her memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind, Be empty and turn your back. Or you can do what she would want: Smile, Open your eyes, Love and Go on.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, October 26, 2012 at 2pm at the Lantzville Legion. In lieu of ﬂowers, the family would request that donations be made, in Eira’s memory, to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of B.C.

BARON, William Roland Passed away peacefully with his loving family around him on October 6th, 2012. Predeceased by his wife Colleen, on April 27th, 2004, William (Bill) is lovingly survived by: his daughters Eileen (Terry) Turner, Lorraine (Jim) Addison, both of Nanaimo, BC; Vivian (Corby) Lamb, of Campbell River, BC; Tricia (Craig) Abbott, of Nanaimo, BC; son Bob (Corrie) Baron, of Port Alberni, BC; his brother Ted (sister-in-law Lenore, predeceased) Baron, of Campbell River, BC; predeceased by brother Don Baron (survived by sister-in-law Jeanette), of Comox, BC; predeceased by sister-in-law Bev Conrod (first wife of Don Baron) of Nanaimo, BC; survived by his sister-in-law Patricia (Len) Robinson of Chemainus, BC; his aunt Winnie Reavill of Campbell River, BC; his grandchildren: Teresa, Donna, Melanie, Jim, Lindsay, Tricia, Ryan, Denise, Patrick, Laura, and Nicole; several great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews (predeceased by his nephew Gordon Baron). Bill was born on September 27th, 1926, to Bill and Edna Baron (both predeceased) in Powell River, BC, where he and his brothers shared wonderful memories fishing and camping with their mother. While growing up, the family moved to Vancouver Island, where in Ladysmith, Bill eventually met the love of his life, Colleen. At 19, Bill went to Vancouver alone and joined the Army at Little Mountain, he travelled as far as Toronto, but the war ended. Bill and Colleen were married for 57 years. Bill was a devoted father to his five children, and he and Colleen raised them primarily in Nanaimo, BC, where he built the family home in Chase River, and worked at Nanaimo Lakes for Crown Zellerbach. Within that period, the family spent a year (1964) in Kokish, BC (near Telegraph Cove), where Bill worked as a log foreman at Beaver Cove. At Kokish, the family made many friends, and Bill eagerly attended many community events, including Logger’s Sports day, where he was very good at log burling. Bill, Colleen, and their son Bob, moved to Tahsis, BC in 1972, where Bill worked for Tahsis Company Ltd. Bill and Colleen made many good friends there, and enjoyed trips around the West Coast, being especially fond of Friendly Cove. Bill spent the latter part of his life in Ladysmith with Colleen, where he worked as a log scaler and in the office for Pacific Forest Products, retiring in 1989. Bill enjoyed spending time with his family, musical get-togethers with his brothers, camping, fishing, smoking salmon, gardening, carpentry, fine woodwork, travelling and hockey. He took great pride in everything he did. Bill’s family wishes to extend their appreciation to Wexford Creek Retirement Home in Nanaimo, where, while Dad spent his last few years of life, he was lovingly cared for by the staff. A reception will be held on Sunday, November 18th, 2012 at 1:00pm at the Eagle’s Hall, Ladysmith, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Good Samaritan Society: www. gss.org/make-a-donation/ would be appreciated. “Those were the days my friend, we thought they’d never end, we’d sing and dance forever and a day.”

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ALL TRADES- Home updates? Hardwood, Tile, Laminate, Kitchen & Bath Renos. All exterior Rooﬁng, Siding, Decks & Fencing. References available. 250-722-0131. BLUE OX Home Services. Expert Handyman & Renovation Services: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, tiling, painting, lawn & garden. Refs avail. Insured. 250-713-4409.

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Call the qualiﬁed specialist... certiﬁed Garden Designer/Arborist

Ivan 250-758-0371 www.eucalyptusdesign.ca VIRDIGRIS GARDENING: Gardener: Maintenance, Renovation, Consultation & Design. Tel. 250-740-2505 or Contact at http://www.virdigrisgardening.com

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

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

Richard 250-729-7809

LANDSCAPING SCOTCH BROOM PROBLEM? We will hand-cut or hand-pull, chip, weigh and haul away the little devil. $150 plus 15 cents a pound. A Scot brought it...make a Scot take it away! 250-668-2888

MOVING & STORAGE

WE’RE ON THE WEB

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.

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

HOME RENOVATIONS: Carpentry, kitchens & baths; plumbing, ceramic tile. Free Estimates (250)756-2096.

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Our oops & goofs are YOUR gain! We are selling our bone yard windows, mirrors and shower doors well below cost prices!

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

www.nanaimobulletin.com HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

MOVING & STORAGE

PLUMBING

FURNITURE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

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

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

DINING ROOM set, medium oak, solid wood with 4 chairs and china cabinet. Like new, asking $1200 obo. Call (250)951-0839.

DOWNSIZING TO a Condo For Sale, Centro BBQ (gas) $100; deluxe patio table, 6 chairs, umbrella $200; queen size bdrm furniture incl. box spring & mattress $700; chop saw $75; lazer level never used $50; couch, love seat & chair $600; chest freezer $70. Please call 250-334-9603

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

SALES PROFESSIONAL REQUIRED

WINDOWS

Parksville Car dealership is looking for a professional and motivated sales person. No experience necessary but must have a great attitude and be a team player. Send resume by fax: 250-248-6228 or drop off at 410 E. Island Hwy. Parksville. NO Phone Calls Please HELP WANTED

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PAINTING A-ONE PAINTING and Wallpapering. Serving Nanaimo for 28 years . Senior Discount. Free estimates. 250-741-0451 POIRIER PAINTING, Residential / Commercial / Vinyl Siding / Driveway Power Washing/ Driveway Sealing. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, Free Estimates. Call Dan 250-240-3528. WCB

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At VIU, it’s easy to love where you work. Consider becoming a part of our team; we are accepting applications for the following position:

Casual/Auxiliary Snow and Ice Removal Facilities Services/Campus Development Comp #12-3079, posting closes Oct 24 Visit viu.ca/HumanResources/postings for more information on this and other employment opportunities.

PETS PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING in my home. No cages. Minimum 7-day or long term stay. Limited space. (250)740-5554

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE UNDER $200 UPRIGHT DEEP freeze, 6’H, $200. obo. (250)753-0146.

FREE ITEMS

WINDOW CLEANING

LRG 4DRAWER metal ﬁling cabinet, beige. Free to good home. 1 (250)591-5510

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

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Interior ~ Exterior FREE ESTIMATES.

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

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CREATING BRIGHTER FUTURES SINCE 1903

KARATE GI: two size 3 & one size 4, w/white belts. $55. 1 (250)741-0451 Rechargeable Battery for Eureka lightweight vacuum. paid $50. sell $25. 250-753-0146.

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HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT Practical Nursing Community Support Social Services Assisted Living Health Care Assistant Health Unit Clerk Live-In Caregiver Pharmacy Assistant Spa Body Therapy

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FIND YOUR BEST FIT Before embarking on a sucessful career, you need to know what industry and general position you are interested in. Speaking with one of our career advisors will help you outline your career goals and what ﬁelds are best suited to you. You can even tour the campus, speak with current students, and ﬁnd out where our graduates are now. A new career and life path is only a meeting away.

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STEEL BUILDINGS - Canadian made! - Reduced prices now! 20X22 $4,455. 25X26 $4,995. 30X38 $7,275. 32X50 $9,800. 40X54 $13,995. 47X80 $19,600. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

TOOLS 18” BANDSAW, 220 amp, nice saw, $500. 12” Planer/Shaper, good one, $500. Call (250)802-5894 leave message.

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LONG LAKE CONDO Great location 2bdrm, 2bath, 1400sq.ft., in-suite lndry, brkfst nook, new appli’s, walk-in closets, nice deck. $275,000. (250)585-2289

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Parksville 2 hectacres with 3 bdrm modular. Mins. from town. Lots of water, trees & lawn. Reduced to $450,000.00 Drive by 1304 Coldwater Rd. If interested call 250-228-7162

PARKSVILLE 420 DAY PL. Bridgewater. Modern 2 bed, 2 bath 1400 sq ft rancher on crawl. No strata, many extras, immaculate. Open house on Sat & Sun (1-4) 250-947-9779

FOR SALE BY OWNER QUALICUM BEACH $295,000 1512 sq/ft., 2 bdrm, 2 bath + den, 5 yr old modular home situated on own land in Coop Park. Lots of parking. Will trade for rancher in Nanaimo or Oceanside. 250-738-0248 509 WEEKS CRESCENT- Nanaimo. Solid family home with 3 bdrms, 2 bath, 2 kitchens for a possible suite, lrg fenced yard, mature trees, carport, new thermal windows. $285,000. (250)740-1130.

BRAND NEW Nanaimo home under 10 yr warranty. 3bdrms +den up; 2bdrm legal suite down. Lndry on both levels. $390,000. 1 (250)751-5114 COMOX RANCHER on .95acre, 3bdrm, 2 bath, approx 2400sqft. 1500sqft shop, 2 bays, 13’over height doors, ofﬁce, storage, gas heat. Large deck & hot tub, master bdrm has ensuite & walk-in closet, 1746 Little River Road. Price reduced from $425,000 to $325,000. Phone 250-8901071. Must Sell!

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RETIRE HERE, Enjoy one level living in this lovely 2 bd + den, 2 full baths home. The easy care lawn allows more time for golﬁng or other hobbies. Great neighbours and very easy walk to shopping. Quick possession. $320,000. Gord (250)710-1947

HOUSES FOR SALE

DEPARTURE BAY: 2,600 sq.ft, Ocean View; 2 blocks to sandy beach. 3bdrm, 2 full baths + 2bdrm suite, sep. laundries. Oversize corner lot, RV pad behind house. $419,000. View by appointment. 250-729-7420

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EAST COURTENAY 980 s.f. 3 bdrms, large living room, spacious kitchen,mostly new laminate ﬂooring. Fenced in yard, workshop w/electricity. Right across from N.I.C., aquatic center, Costco, Home Depot & new Thrifty’s. 250-703-6768

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STRAIGHT RAIL stair-lift, $2,000. Paid $5,500 3 years ago. In excellent shape. For details please call 250-3378328.

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.

STORM METAL Glass door, (mobile home) 31.3/4”x80.3/4” $60. Call (250)245-3007.

NEW OIL TANK, never used, cost $700, asking $500. Days 250-748-2787 or eves 250748-9806

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

ACKLAND GAS welder with onan engine. $2500: Power washer 3000 psi, Honda 11 horsepower, $800. Call 250-248-5255 BOWFLEX POWER Pro Trainer, $500. Sears Freesport Treadmill, $500. Sears kingsize, top of the line latex mattress, hardly used. $750. Call (250)586-8027. CLARK SANDER - 7 inch, Electronic Caddy, Golf Pull Cart with seat, Pallet Jack, E Bike 400K. 250334-9959 FOR SALE 1-200 KW/250 KVA/300 amp 480 generator Cat engine 3406B c/w 1-1800 litre double wall Tidy Tank. $7000. Call 250-949-8133.

ROCK TEA light holders, handmade, $5 ea. Exercise ball 66” around, $15. (250)758-9447.

MEDI-CHAIRbrand new, $30. 6 interesting lamps starting $5 to $20. Convair HD fan/humidiﬁer, $40. 2 regular fans. Hearing/Visually Impaired phone, $15. Night table, $25, two TV/stereo stands. Call (250)752-8806.

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

CHILD’S BED- pine frame, 5” foam, 28.5”x53”, immaculate. $45 obo. 250-591-8350. DESK, 48”Wx30”D. with ﬁle & pencil drawers, custom built, $75. (250)753-3588.

LIFT CHAIR- $300 obo. Entertainment centre for 27” TV, $50. Call (250)754-7905.

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

PORTABLE “AQUATIC” Bath lift. Seldom used. Cost $2,000. Sell for $500. 250-752-8272

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NOT a GARAGE sale. Well upholstered furniture set golden green muted, $1400. set of 3 - must see to appreciate. Table, lamps, sheers, many other items. Good quality. 250-586-8922. QUEEN HIDE-A-BED, upholstered dusty rose color. Like new, w/reversible foam cushion. $275 obo. (250)758-8117 QUEEN SIZE Hide-A-Bed (Ikea), in very good condition, beige colour. Asking $295 obo. Call (250)585-8998. SINGLE PINE Canonball style bed with mattress, in mint condition, asking $175 obo. Call (250)752-5573.

ESTATE SALE- top of the line appliances “Kenmore”, up right freezer. Antiques, garden furniture, art, rugs. Many interesting items. Dealers welcome! Call (250)748-2334.

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WELL BUILT older home for sale, 613 Bruce Ave, Nanaimo, BC. 2 Bdrm up and 1 down with a 1-Pc ensuite. This home is clean and well built, with some new updates. $248,500. Call (250)591-1210,

PARKSVILLE: 3 Bdrm, recently reno’d, 1/4 acre lot close to all amenities. Likely the nicest home in price range! 250-947-9959. To view go to www.propertyguys.com/42584

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Nanaimo News Bulletin

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

HOUSES FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDO

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

AUTO FINANCING

CARS

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

TRUCKS & VANS

HOSPITAL AREA: Solid older Nanaimo home, lots of updates. Freshly painted; Move in Ready. 3bdrms up, 2bdrm suite down. Listed below assessment, $339.900. To view: 250-740-6803 / 250-619-7650. Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com 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.

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Brand new Rancher! No Strata, open concept, no steps, 3-bdrm, 2-bath 1406 sq.ft., 4 SS appli., fully landscaped, dbl garage. Only $365,000. inclds hst. BEST VALUE! Open house every Sat & Sun, noon-4pm

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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 1 & 2 BDRM (Hospital Area)

New balcony & paint. Free storage & parking. Quiet building with security cameras. Avail Oct. 15 or Nov. 1 From $675 - $790.

250-754-2936 3185 BARONS Rd- 1 & 2 bdrm, $695 & $800. Call Ardent Properties, (250)7530881. www.ardentproperties.com #405 - 158 Promenade Dr- 2 bdrms, 2 bath, $1325. Call Ardent Properties, Call (250)7530881. www.ardentproperties.com 405 - 555 FRANKLYN- 1 bdrm, $1100. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 412 BRUCE Ave- 1 & 2 bdrms, $695 & $800. Call Ardent Properties, (250)7530881. www.ardentproperties.com 550 BRADLY- 1 bdrm, $595. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com E4 - 430 STEWART Avenue1 bdrm, $650. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

Ocean & Harbour Views 55+ Building 2 Bdrm Suite Ladysmith 385 Davis Road

250-246-5688 NANAIMO- 2 bdrm spacious, ground ﬂoor suite in senior’s oriented complex. $840 includes, heat, covered prkng, insuite W/D. On bus route, close to University Village Mall. To view call Peter at (250)616-2513.

LONG LAKE waterfront, 2bdrm in 5plex. $900. +hydro & cable. Garden plots avail. Avail. immed. (250)758-2158

1 FURN’D bdrm. Spacious, quiet house w/ ocean views. Utils incl’d, wireless, internet, cable, W/D, N/P, N/S, mature female. $500. 250-751-2454. ROOM IN safe Christian home. Close to hospital. Kitchette & bath shared w/female. Inclds all utils & hi-spd internet. Cable & W/D use. Furnished or unfurn. N/S or partying please. Suits PWD or dayshift worker. Avail Oct. 15th. $450. Call Sigrid at (250)7518681 to view or for more info.

NANAIMO- CLEAN, quiet 1 bdrm suites. Available Oct & Nov. 1/12. Hot water included, on bus route. $530/mo. 1 year signed lease required, references & credit check required. Please call 250-754-8411.

ROOM FOR rent. Use of kitchen. Near buses & malls, full cable, wi-ﬁ. Perfect for single working person or student, very quiet. Absolutely NO SMOKING.......$675/M. 250751-6722

HOSPITAL AREA 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.

NANAIMO. SPOTLESS, quiet 1 bedrooms $650 to $695. Now or Nov 1. Close to ferry & seawalk. Intercom, elevator. Free hot water, N/S, N/P. Ref’s. Call Mark 250-753-8633

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES HOLLY HILL & ROSS TOWN RD, 2 homes avail: each 3bdrm, 2 bath - Clean, bright family homes. New carpet & paint, W/D hookup. Close to amenities. Ross Town $975. Holly Hill $875. Avail Nov. 1st. Please call 250-758-4871. NANAIMO 1BDRM + den, 1150sq ft unit in 4-plex at 2506 Labieux Rd. for quiet tenant only, $850 + utils. N/P, nr bus stop. (Immed). 250-729-8969. QUARTERWAY AREA, quiet, clean 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, fresh paint, 4 appls, near golf course & schools, sundeck, fenced yard, storage, NS, NP. Ref’s req’d, $1100 mo. Avail Oct. 15 or sooner. Call 250-758-9548.

HOMES FOR RENT 1728 WHITE Blossom Way- 3 bdrm, 3 bth, $1650.Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 4 BED HOUSE, Fairwinds, Nanoose Bay, Rental open house Oct 13,14 19 (noon-4 pm) & 20 (10 am-noon) 3438 Blueback Drive. Lovely 2500 sq ft hm. 3 bath, woodstove, 2 LR, Atrium, Sunrm, lg prvt yd, garage. N/S, N/P, 6 appls, Refs, lease, $1450 pls util. Avail. Oct 24, 1 wk free. Info at Blueback.Drive@gmail.com. 5988 WATERTON Place- 2 bdrm, 2 bth, $950. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 675 GEORGIA Ave- 4 bdrm, 2 bath, $1350. Ardent Properties. www.ardentproperties.com (250)753-0881. 754 SOUTHLAND Way- 3 bdrm, 2 bth, $1900.Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com DIVERS LAKE House 1800 sq.ft. - 3 Bdrm + den, 2 bath, located on quiet cul-de-sac, shop, shed, RV prkng. Fresh paint & ﬂooring. Avail. Dec 1. N/P & N/S. Ref’s Req’d. $1600./mo. 250-741-6815. HAREWOOD, NICE 3bdrm upper. Close to VIU. W/D. N/P, N/S, No Parties. Avail Nov 1. $1,050. (250)591-0151 LADYSMITH lrg 2bdrm, 1bath, jetted tub, sep. shower, F/S, W/D DW, lrg fenced yrd, garage, RV/boat prkng, N/S. RR. $1,175. Oct. 1st. 250-722-7377 NANAIMO- AVAILABLE now! 3 bdrms, close to schools, shopping, hospital. No pets. $1200. 250-390-1408. NORTH NANAIMO- lrg 4 bdrm home, treed yrd, dbl garage, 2 gas F/P, all appls, nice neighbourhood, close to amentities. Avail Nov 1. $1500+ utils. (250)616-8755.

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N. NANAIMO: Furn’d waterfront, ocean & mountain views, lrg master bdrm w/bath, N/S, quiet & clean, refs. $850 mo. 250-390-1805, 250-616-2906.

1976 TRIUMPH T26 Red Exterior. Tan leather interior. Collector plates. avail. New black soft top, tires, battery. $8000 in repts. Asking $10,300 O.B.O. 250-335-2331 1991 SUBARU Loyale. Many new parts, receipts at request. Battery, radiator, alternator & water pump new. $1500. obo Call 250-248-9977

2000 BUICK Regal LS 3800, Silver, V6, Auto, loaded, almost new tires, clean inside & out. $2,995. 1 (250)751-0645

UNIVERSITY AREA: 2bdrm ground level, private entry, insuite laundry, DW, 7x11 storage area, garage, fenced yard. Near schools/bus. $900, util & heat incl. N/S, N/P, Avail immed. Call Bob for appointment to view. 250-618-4775 WESTWOOD LAKE- Brand new 2 bdrm, 5 appls, own laundry & hydro. NS/NP. $860/mo. 250-591-8414.

SUITES, UPPER

HOSPITAL 3BDRM,1 bath, lrg fenced yard, fresh paint in/out. $1150/mo + utils. Ref’s req. Avail. immed. 250-740-6803 N. NANAIMO, beautiful 2 bdrm/2 bath + den/dining area, W/D, $1115 mo, N/P, avail immed. (250)729-8081. NORTH NANAIMO- 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, upgraded, lrg fenced yrd, quiet neighourhood. NS/NP. $1050+ utils. Avail Nov 1. (250)751-1053.

2004 CHEV CAVALIER, 4dr sedan, 122,000 km, 5 spd, great on gas, excellent condition. Moving - Must sell. $2,250 obo. 250-246-2881

2006 MUSTANG GT Convertible, V8 auto, 69,000 km, all options, clean. Asking $18,000 obo. (250)338-7939.

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

2004 GMC SIERRA, silver grey, ext cab. 4x4, fully loaded, trailer tow pkg. Canopy, box liner, 92,000 km. Ex cond, very clean, no accidents. $16,900. 250-287-2607. 2006 FORD Ranger S/C. V6, Auto, 2WD, 4 Door, New Batt., No Accidents, 130,000 Km’s. Well maintained. $7995.00 obo. Call 250-248-4037 89 FORD F350, 4 dr, long box 1 ton, 460 auto, well maintained, good for hauling & towing. $1000. obo. 250-951-0855

MARINE MARINE ACCESSORIES

2008 Outback Trillium holiday trailer. Fridge, stove, furnace, awning, water heater and many options. Like new. $12,300. 250-912-0141. ESTATE SALE: Luxury Class A motorhome, 2001 FORETRAVEL 36 foot U320 with 1 slide. 454 Cummins with 6 speed Allison Transmission. $130,000. 250-714-9739 or 250-746-5695 or email skew67@hughes.net

EVINRUDE 15 H.P, short leg. Very good condition. Mechanical and optical. $400. 250923-6466.

BOATS 16FT. HEIRLOOM CANOE Clear Fiberglass over cedar strips. Cherry wood woven seats, C.W. & Decks Yoke. Never Been Used. Comes with accessories. Paid $4,000. Asking $3,400 obo. Must See! Ladysmith. 250-741-7782

SURVEYOR SPORT 2011 20’ SP186 Travel Trailer. High quality, little used, perfect cond. Dry weight 3,413 lbs. Loaded. MANY extras. $17,000. Ph. (250)743-6686

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2005 CHEVY Trail Blazer LS Exc cond. 103,000km’s, 6cyl auto, air, cruise, privacy glass, many extras. $10,500. Call after 5pm or leave msg. 1 (250)754-0725 2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ﬁrm. 250-755-5191.

2012 MAZDA 2. Moving. Must sell. Approx. 700km. Tinted back windows. Excellent condition. Asking 14,000 O.B.O. 250-923-0805. Campbell River

VEHICLES WANTED WE BUY All Cars! Not, we will Cars/Trucks/Vans. Car today with Phone call to: 8647.

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04 BUICK RENDEZVOUS V6 Excellent condition. 211,000 km. Asking $5500. Call 250954-0894

MOTORCYCLES 2005 GMC Yukon Denali. Fully loaded, extra winter rims & tires, 179,000 k’s. $13,900.00 Call 250-468-1619 or email: dansonja@telus.net

TOWNHOUSES 1125 BEAUFORT Crescent- 2 bdrms, $775. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com HAWTHORNE CORNER- upscale boutique style townhouse living, new, 6 appls, walk to VIU, on bus route, $950 + utils. 250-713-1025.

2001 FORD Ranger XLT - Extended cab - 4.0 L Automatic, 4 doors, canopy. New brakes, shocks, tires, battery. 186,000 km $5500. 250-752-5203

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Nanaimo News Bulletin Tuesday, October 16, 2012

sports Clippers defeat league’s best

BCHL SQUAD wins 4-2 over Penticton Vees.

BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

It was a wild weekend for the Nanaimo Clippers, one that ended with them brimming with confidence. The city’s B.C. Hockey League club won two out of three games. Nanaimo started with a 7-2 homeice loss to the Alberni Valley Bulldogs on Friday, but shut out Alberni the next night, 5-0, then knocked off the leagueleading Penticton Vees by a 4-2 score on Sunday at Frank Crane Arena. Good scoring chances were hard to come by against the Vees, but the Clips made good on two power plays, including David Iacono’s game winner from the edge of the crease with four minutes left in the third period. “We definitely had more work ethic than w e ’ ve h a d … ” s a i d Iacono. “Everyone was on the right page and we came together and got the win.” M i ke Va n d e k a m p, Clippers coach, said his team kept the game simple, managed the puck smartly and played with composure in its own end. “It’s only the 11th game of the season, but it’s a good confidence booster…” he said. “This is a good message for our

Bombs away as Raiders beat Rebels

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Nanaimo Clippers goaltender Jayson Argue makes a save against Penticton Vees opponents Michael Rebry, middle, and Brad McClure during Sunday’s B.C. Hockey League game at Nanaimo’s Frank Crane Arena.

players that … we’re in every game and we can beat anybody on any given night if we come together and play hard as a team.” T revor Fitzg erald, Kevin Miller and newcomer Greg Trichilo were the other goal scorers and goalie Jayson Argue got the win as his team outshot the Vees 35-31. The turning point in the weekend came after the blowout loss, which the Clips treated as a wakeup call.

“That’s rock bottom, right there, early-in-theseason rock bottom,” Vandekamp said. “But I think we woke the expletive up. That was basically the difference, we worked harder, stayed more focused.” The soul-searching after that game included some harsh words in the locker room. “We weren’t mean to each other, we were just realistic. We expect better of our team,” said Iacono. “Our coach called us out and we answered

with a bang.” Re i d S t u ro s l e d Nanaimo with two power-play goals on Saturday and Greg Fraser, Michael McNicholas and Mason Mitchell also scored. Argue got the shutout as his team outshot the Bulldogs 28-26. On F riday it was Sturos and Luke Gordon with the goals. Argue went the distance in the loss as Nanaimo outshot Alberni 37-33. So the Clippers (6-40-1) bounced from rock bottom to become world

beaters by the end of the weekend. “Our confidence is at an all-time high right now, which is good, and everyone’s positive in the room,” Iacono said. “We’re going to keep carrying the momentum forward.” GAME ON … The Clippers play home games Friday (Oct. 19) and Saturday, playing the Chilliwack Chiefs and Vi c t o r i a G r i z z l i e s , respectively, in 7 p.m. faceoffs. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

The V.I. Raiders completed an undefeated season and look poised for playoffs. Nanaimo’s Canadian Junior Football League team dominated the Westshore Rebels by a 57-7 score on Saturday at Caledonia Park to end the regular season. “It was good,” said Mike Schaper, who caught four touchdown passes for the Raiders. “We came out motivated, we came out ready to play and we came out and stuck together as a family.” The Raiders accomplished a lot of their goals in the game. They were able to move the ball with both the run game and the pass game and on defence they mostly stymied the Rebels’ star tailback Greg Morris. “We played one of our most complete games, regardless of the scoreboard,” said Matthew (Snoop) Blokker, Raiders coach. Jordan Yantz threw five touchdown passes and backup quarterback J.J. Mraovic threw two more in mercy time. Schaper’s third and fourth touchdowns, in particular, were highlightreel grabs. He ricocheted off would-be tacklers for a 64-yard TD, then stretched out to catch a long bomb, stumbled to keep his balance, and eluded tacklers for a 72-yard major. ◆ See ‘V.I.’ /31

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CALENDAR

V.I. team poised for post-season

◆ Oct. 18 - Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League. Nanaimo Buccaneers vs. Peninsula Panthers. Nanaimo Ice Centre, 7:15 p.m. ◆ Oct. 19 - B.C. High School Football, AA varsity. Nanaimo District Islanders vs. Carson Graham Eagles. Merle Logan Field, 3 p.m. ◆ Oct. 19 - B.C. High School Football exhibition. Barsby Bulldogs vs. South Delta. Merle Logan Field, 5:30 p.m. ◆ Oct. 19 - B.C. Hockey League. Nanaimo Clippers vs. Chilliwack Chiefs. Frank Crane Arena, 7 p.m. ◆ Oct. 20 - Canadian Junior Football League. V.I. Raiders vs. Okanagan Sun. Caledonia Park, 1 p.m.

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V.I. Raiders defensive back Ariel Fabbro just misses an interception but breaks up a pass intended for Westshore Rebels receiver Vinnie Cannata during Saturday’s game at Caledonia Park. The Raiders won 57-7.

Women’s Pace reuniting for run

VIU volleyball wins in Victoria

Women are encouraged to keep up the pace at a run/walk this coming weekend. Women’s Pace is holding a reunion Sunday (Oct. 21) in the north end. The group has been around for 13 years. “For a lot of women, everything changed when they started running. You can see it, looking around Nanaimo, how many women run,” said Donna Melville, one of the group’s founders. “So we’re going to try to get everybody to come back together

Vancouver Island University’s defendingchampion volleyball team got off to a perfect start. The M’s women opened the PacWest season on the road, sweeping the Camosun Chargers. Friday’s scores were 25-18, 25-20, 25-21 and Saturday’s matches ended 25-20, 25-15, 25-23. VIU’s men lost their first match and won their second.

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intensity even in a mercy-rule shortened game. “It was a very synergetic win,” Mike Schaper said. “We came together as a team and played all facets, all cylinders firing. It’s a good thing to take away from the last regular-season game.” GRID BITS … Jaxxen Wylie and Kurtis Bardua had interceptions, Shane Stonehouse had a sack and Jon Jones made five tackles … To read an expanded version of this article and see another dozen photos, please visit www. nanaimobulletin.com/ sports … The Raiders kick off the playoffs on Saturday (Oct. 20) as the Okanagan Sun visit Caledonia Park for a 1 p.m. game. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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