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◆ 88.6 -- per cent of city’s population reported English only as a mother tongue; provincially 70.3 per cent speak English only. ◆ 1.4 -- per cent reported French only as mother tongue; provincially 1.3 per cent speak French only. ◆ 9.1 -- per cent reported only a non-official language as mother tongue; provincially 26.5 per cent speak only non-official languages.

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◆ 95.5 -- per cent spoke only English most often at home, compared to the provincial average of 80.5 per cent. ◆ 0.3 -- per cent spoke French most often at home, compared to 0.4 per cent provincially. ◆ 3 -- per cent spoke only a non-official language at home, compared to 15.4 per cent provincially.

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hen Rim Shin moved to Canada from South Korea with her husband and two children almost 10 years ago, she struggled at first to interact and get important information. Shin, now an immigration settlement worker with the Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society’s Immigrant Welcome Centre, knew a bit of English before she moved here, but she was overwhelmed at times. “The system is different and there is no translation into Korean,” she said. “I could not

access imp por orta tant nt in nffor ma mati tion on n in my language. Th he written English language can be difficult to understand. So ometimes when I phoned some ccompany ompany or government office, they couldn’t understand my English because of my accent, so it was very frustrating.” Buying a house in Nanaimo was one of the first roadblocks – the contract was all in English, in tiny letters. The family also wanted information about severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), but struggled to navigate the English-only Vancouver Island Health Authority website. Shin finds Nanaimo to be a welcoming community, but her

accent still makes it hard for some people to understand her. While most clients also have positive experiences in Nanaimo – many talk about the friendliness of residents – some people told her that others stare at them when wearing traditional dress and one client was told by someone to go back to their country of origin because they couldn’t speak English

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The latest language statistics from the 2011 census show that in Nanaimo the majority of the population – 72,615 out of 83,810 – reported English as their mother tongue, while 1,170 reported French as their mother tongue and 8,115 had a non-official first language. But the language Nanaimoites speak at home is more singular: 78,570 people spoke English at home, compared with 265 French speakers and 2,770 who spoke a non-official language at home. The list of non-official languages spoken is long with Chinese, Dutch, German, Punjabi and Spanish ranked highest. ◆ See ‘INTERNATIONAL’ /5

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Mounties nab Alberni suspect

Intruder scared off with shovel A Nanaimo homeowner used a garden shovel to dig his way out of gritty encounter with an intruder. The incident unfolded at a home in the 1000 block of Selkirk Drive in the College Heights district shortly before 8:30 p.m. Wednesday when a man came face to face with an intruder in his garage. Fearing for his safety, he grabbed a shovel and struck the intruder in the torso with it when a brief struggle broke out. The homeowner gave a description to Mounties who arrested the suspect. Steven James Petequan, 36, was charged in Nanaimo provincial court Thursday morning with breaking and entering, assault and two counts of breach of probation. He remains in custody.

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A Port Alberni man who fled prior to appearing in court to face a manslaughter charge was caught by Nanaimo RCMP Thursday. William David Oickle, 29, was charged with one count of manslaughter in the death of George Ledrew November 2011, but was free on bail pending his next court appearance scheduled for Nov. 26. Mounties searched a house on St. George Crescent about 10 p.m., and discovered Oickle hiding in a bedroom closet. Oickle was scheduled to appear in Nanaimo provincial court Friday and will remain in custody.

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Workers with Vancouver Island Outdoor Maintenance remove piles of furniture, appliances and other items from the front yard of a rental home at 251 Mt. Benson St. Thursday. Neighbours complained of weekly yard sales, traffic and the appearance of the property. On Oct. 15 the city ordered the tenants and property owner to clean up the property within two weeks or the city would take action. The $1,000 cleanup fee will be paid by the property owner, who is co-operating with the city, and the tenants are facing eviction, said Gord Nixon, bylaw enforcement officer.

A Nanaimo man has been sentenced to six months in jail after being found guilty of nearly beating his girlfriend’s Newfoundland dog to death with a hammer. Matthew Dean Tremblay was sentenced to six months in jail, given a 30-month probation period as well as a 25-year ban on having custody or residing with animals on Nov. 5. According to the B.C. SPCA, Tremblay gained access to the dog, named King, last January in a fenced yard and repeatedly kicked, punched and struck the dog with a hammer. King sustained puncture wounds to his cranium, severe bruising on his head and body, broken and cracked teeth, deep cuts, swelling and an ulceration in his eye. He was also vomiting and urinating blood. According to Lorie Chortyk, general manager of community relations for the B.C. SPCA, King has made a full recovery thanks to extensive veterinary treatment and is now living with his owner, Tremblay’s former girlfriend, at an undisclosed location in another province. Tremblay was also ordered to pay $5,233 in restitution for the vet costs. He had already been in custody at

the time of sentencing for breaching a bail condition that prohibited him from having custody of an animal. Tremblay was arrested in October after it was discovered he was residing with another dog. That dog was found unharmed. Judge Ted Gouge said his sentence indicated Tremblay is a danger to society. “Anyone who would inflict such suffering on an animal without the slightest sign of compassion must be regarded as a danger to the community. I do not believe a human being with a healthy psyche could commit such an offence,” said Gouge. Chortyk said the sentence represents a movement toward stronger punishments for people who abuse animals. “We’re seeing more cases resulting in jail time and we’re really pleased to see that,” she said. “The crimes that are inflicted on animals are horrific and it’s good to see society taking it seriously and our courts taking it seriously.” The B.C. SPCA launched an investigation and recommend to the Crown that charges be laid after a witness called the authorities about the attack. The B.C. SPCA investigates more than 7,000 cases of animal abuse annually. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

Government business eats up MLAs’ travel budgets BY NIOMI PEARSON THE NEWS BULLETIN

Quarterly financial statements on travel expenses show Nanaimo’s three MLAs claimed more than $58,000 combined over a six-month period. Last week, for the first time, reports from all 85 MLAs were released to the public, showing expense totals from April to Sept. 30 of this year. According to the report, NanaimoCowichan NDP MLA Doug Routley claimed $17,131 for the period, while Nanaimo NDP MLA Leonard Krog’s expenses totalled $15,118. Parksville-Qualicum Liberal MLA Ron Cantelon reported a total of $25,934.

The expense totals are broken down into five categories: capital city allowance, in-constituency travel, general travel, accompanying person travel and speaker approved travel. General travel includes travel outside of the MLA’s constituency within the province. The numbers show Routley claimed $6,253 in expenses, while Krog claimed $5,093, and Cantelon claimed $13,472. Cantelon attributed some of the difference in expenses to having to attend functions and make announcements on behalf of the government when cabinet ministers are unavailable. “It saves their travel expenditure when they’re requested to attend various functions up and down the

Island,” he said. All three MLAs claimed the $6,000 capital city allowance, which allows them to receive compensation for accommodations while sitting at the legislature Mondays to Thursdays. “We’re often staying in Victoria because on a typical evening when the legislature is sitting, we’re down there until 9 or 10 o’clock [p.m.] with events and meetings and often there are receptions,” Routley said. “It would be difficult to expect that people would be driving back and forth every day.” Routley added that in general, MLAs do their best to keep travel expenses down where they can, for example, by taking the ferry to avoid costly flight expenses.

The disclosure is a response to a report by Auditor General John Doyle, released in July, which found that MLA credit card bills were being paid without receipts, and the legislative assembly had continued to fail to produce financial statements, though it was recommended by a previous auditor general. All three MLAs say they are in full support of the disclosure. “There’s no reason not to be open, there’s nothing to hide,” said Cantelon. “People should know what their MLA is doing, why they’re doing it and where they’re going.” For the full reports, please visit www.leg.bc.ca/mla/remuneration/ travel_expenses.htm. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

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Nanaimo man killed in Mexico remembered for kind nature BY SCOTT STANFIELD BLACK PRESS

Ron Mackintosh was the type of person who wouldn’t hurt a fly, say Comox Valley friends Wendy and Wes Klettke. The former Comox Valley resident was found dead Tuesday near the coastal Mexican town of Barra de Navidad, according to a Guadalajara newspaper. He was 64. Mackintosh was last seen Oct. 21 in the town of Melaque, where he had dropped off a friend. The next day his girlfriend, Marie, reported him missing to police. His body was allegedly found tied to a tree about a kilometre from the centre of the popular beach resort. It appears he was robbed of his money and vehicle. His dog, which was with him at the time of his disappearance, was also not found. Mackintosh lived in Nanaimo before residing in Courtenay and Cumberland. After retiring two years ago from Koers and Associates Engineering, he moved to Barra de Navidad, where he had previously vacationed and where he had developed numerous friendships.

One of the first things Mackintosh did when he arrived was to rescue a dog he found on the beach. “That’s the kind of guy he was,” Wes said, recalling he and his friend were part of a group of about 20 men who met weekly over beers. Mackintosh, who worked as an engineering technician, considered Barra de Navidad a safe place to retire. “Before he moved down there, we went over a lot of stuff,” Wes said. “This was a very calculated move, and he thought about it a lot, but because the pensions don’t pay enough to live up here, then he had to live down there. “He loved it down there. He hated the cold. There were only two or three weeks a year where he was comfortable enough up here. “He definitely didn’t deserve it,” Wes added of his friend’s death. “It’s ironic that it comes just when WestJet’s announcing cheap flights to Puerto Vallarta ... this was his worst nightmare.” Mackintosh leaves behind a son and daughter. editor@nanaimobulletin.com

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International students not counted in language census ◆ From /1 tongue, but only 100 Nationally, one-fifth speak German most of Canada’s populaoften at home. tion spoke a language “There are certain other than English or groups of immigrants French at home and who have a much 80 per cent longer conof Canadians nection to who reported our commuspeaking an nity,� said immigrant Leather. language most The Immioften at home grant Wellived in six come Cencensus metrotre helped politan areas: about 500 Toronto, Monimmigrants treal, Vancouin the past ver, Calgary, year and JOHN HORN Edmonton and the top Ottawa-Gatineau. four countries are Nanette Leather, China, South Korea, assistant director Phillipines and India of the multicultural – similar to census society, said it would results. probably take quite a John Horn, the while for the language city’s social planmost commonly ner, said Nanaimo’s spoken at home to growth only comes change, as people through immigration, generally revert to the so perhaps many Englanguage that is most lish-speaking people comfortable, so the are coming here. low number of people The job market in speaking a nonNanaimo is tough official language at right now for the age home compared with 25-35 bracket, so much the much-larger list of the growth could of people who have a be retirees from other non-official mother English-speaking tongue could suggest communities in Canmany of these people ada or elsewhere, he have lived here for added. some time. Between 2006 and For example, 1,100 2011, Nanaimo’s popuresidents listed Gerlation increased by man as their mother 5,115 and the largest

gains were in the age 50 and over categories. Horn said it is also important to note there is also a contingent of nonofficial language speakers that are not counted in the census: between 1,200 and 1,600 international students attend Vancouver Island University every year.

While the number of people with a nonofficial language as their mother tongue appears to have declined slightly from the 2006 census, the two are not comparable, said Sylvie Lafreniere, a sociology professor at VIU. In 2006, the language information came from the longform questionnaire

distributed to 20 per cent of the population, but since then, the federal government decided not to continue with the long-term census and the 2011 information comes instead from the short-form questionnaire answered by 100 per cent of the population. “So now we don’t have that continua-

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The second phase of the Harewood Neighbourhood Plan process began this week, beginning with a discussion Wednesday on issues and opportunities Nanaimo’s oldest and largest neighbourhood wants to address. The commencement phase of the plan, which attracted as many as 180 people to one open house, began in the spring and concluded in September. “What we got back from those first two meetings is that there is a very strong sense of community in the Harewood neighbourhood,” said Deborah Jensen, a community planner with the city. “You’ve got families who have been there for generations, you’ve got people who moved in and have been there for 10 or 15 years. They love it there. Obviously there are challenges like unsightly properties and lack of sidewalks and all of those issues will come out, but for the most part the people in Harewood are really proud of their neighbourhood.” With new dimensions being

added to Harewood such as the renovation of University Village shopping centre, inclusion in the Vancouver Island University master plan, and new multifamily housing, Harewood is a changing community. “They’ve been asking for a neighbourhood plan for a number of years now,” said Jensen. A parallel study is being done on the Third Street corridor, a major artery connecting VIU with the downtown core. Jensen said it was only natural to embark on a neighbourhood plan at the same time as the study. The Third Street corridor has been identified in Nanaimo’s official community plan as a priority area for corridor planning and will likely serve as a testing ground for policy, and its results could prove to be precedent setting for other parts of the city. A neighbourhood plan is a set of guidelines outlining how an area should grow and change over time. It deals primarily with land use decisions such as how to address population increases over the next two decades, including issues like housing, transportation, environment and commercial needs. The most recent areas in Nanaimo to conclude plans include the Newcastle-Brechin area and the South End Neighbourhood Association.

Heather Campbell, president of the Harewood Neighbourhood Association, said the process is a good opportunity for residents to have their voices heard in how they would like to see their community progress. “It’s easy to sit back and complain that there are no sidewalks, but the test is how do you fix it?” said Campbell. “I’m really looking forward to some of the ideas that people come up with. The recent issue of Colliery dam, I think, has raised the attention of a lot of people and if that gets them involved in the process, then we’ll have a better discussion overall.” The next step in the process is a design charette at the end of this month. About 12,000 people of diverse demographics reside in Harewood in just under 5,000 residential units. It has a rich coal mining and agricultural history and is home to Colliery Dam Park, Buttertubs Marsh, the Nanaimo Ice Centre and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. Harewood’s official boundary runs into Chase River near Tenth Street, west to VIU, east to the railway tracks that separate it from the downtown core, and north to Bowen Road. The 12-month planning process is expected to cost about $60,000. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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Treat veterans with honour On Sunday many of us will gather around cenotaphs and in city squares for solemn ceremonies paying tribute to Canada’s service men and women. We’ll hear words like sacrifice and honour, some of them uttered by politicians. But for some veterans they’ll ring hollow. In 2006, Parliament unanimously passed the New Veterans Charter that changed the way injured soldiers are compensated. Instead of a lifetime pension, indexed to inflation, veterans injured after that year, or who had their injury diagnosed since then, would get a lump sum settlement. But some injured veterans say Canadian soldiers injured in Afghanistan, and those suffering the lingering mental and emotional effects of their tour, are getting substantially less support than they would have received with the former indexed pension. A study by Queen’s University last year concluded most disabled soldiers will receive only two-thirds the compensation under the New Veterans Charter than they would have received from the old Pension Act. Recently Canada’s Auditor-General criticized the Canadian Forces and Veterans Affairs for their shoddy treatment of injured veterans, saying the system to get them help is “complex, lengthy and challenging to navigate.” Even in death, the indignities continue. A program that is supposed to contribute just more than $3,600 to the funeral costs for destitute ex-soldiers has rejected more than two-thirds of funding requests since 2006. Even when approved, that money is still less than some social services departments will pay toward the burial of the homeless. It’s one thing for Canada’s politicians to honour our veterans. It’s another to treat them with the honour they deserve and have earned. 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

Lower gas prices a sound of silence It’s quite amazing how the There haven’t been any letters uproar over the cost of a litre of of thanks or increased sales gasoline has diminished as the because it was business as usual price drops. for the station owners and oil Some letter writers gave a costcompanies. by-cost description of gas stations They put up with the flak around Nanaimo and the central because they know the storm of Island – informing our readers criticism will blow over. where the cheapest fuel could be There was no boycott of found. gasoline or chocolate bars Others cried collusion because even if the on the part of Nanaimo cost per litre hadn’t SATURDAY station owners and dropped, people need REFLECTION called for boycotts of fuel – they can’t get by not only fuel, but the without it. Chris Hamlyn other goods sold on site. Sure, it’s great that Assistant Editor The oil companies the price has dropped took a big share of to an almost acceptable the flak as customers number, but don’t for bemoaned the fact a second think it’s gasoline costs in because of some letters Nanaimo are constantly to the editor or cries of higher than in collusion. Ladysmith and Duncan. I guarantee the price And don’t even get of gas will go up again. them started on how cheap it is in And if history is any measuring Victoria. stick, it will be in one large But at the time of writing this increase, not pennies at a time. column, gasoline is $1.19 a litre, And we will curse the big oil 10 cents cheaper than when prices companies, we will threaten to jumped overnight from $1.29 to boycott the stations, and we will $1.39 prior to the Thanksgiving write letters of outrage to the long weekend. editor. But we will pay the price I haven’t seen any letters of because we are too dependent thanks to the oil companies or on the automobile and that station owners for seeing the light automobile requires fuel. and lowering the prices. I don’t know why the cost of gas And I wonder if the sale of is cheaper in Victoria, Duncan chocolate bars, chips, pop, and Ladysmith than in Nanaimo, windshield washer fluid and and I don’t know why there isn’t other items of convenience have any price competition between skyrocketed as those customers the oil companies to attract who were boycotting stations customers. returned? But until there are some drastic

lifestyle changes in the way we commute, they don’t care that we don’t know or that we are upset. Because they know that even at $2, $3 or $4 a litre, we will line up for what they’re selling. ◆◆◆ Tomorrow (Nov. 11) is the 94th year of acknowledging the end of the war to end all wars. And we all know that the horrors of the First World War were not enough to convince mankind that there has to be a better way to settle our differences. Peace has been a fragile commodity – whether it’s the Second World War, the Korean and Vietnam wars, Serbia, Bosnia, Somalia, Iraq or Afghanistan – it seems the world is always dealing with conflict. And during those conflicts, it’s our armed forces that put themselves in harm’s way, fighting and sacrificing their lives so the rest of us can remain free. Remembrance Day is the opportunity to show our thanks to those who have fought, and continue to fight for those who suffer the oppression of others. It’s a chance to honour those who have died for us. While it is a statutory holiday, it’s more than just another day off from work or school. Take in the 11 a.m. ceremonies at the downtown Nanaimo or Lantzville cenotaphs and show our veterans the respect they deserve. news@nanaimobulletin.com

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Aging all mind over matter A To the Editor, Re: Getting old blues a sad song to sing, Reporter’s Viewpoint, Nov. 6. I enjoyed, and agreed, with Chris Bush’s viewpoint. He nailed a few realities on both physical and non. I am 62, and in not ‘bad’ shape (what an oxymoron – bad to infer good). However, as Bush points out, I am older – not old – but for sure, not young. Older really does empha-

size the wise old saying, “Youth is wasted on the young,” and I was a conservative youth, a ‘good’ citizen if you will. I am not complaining. My life is good, very good, in so many areas. But, I am not young. I cannot ignore my body as I did when it was young and it basically took care of itself or, as Bush wrote, my “... young fat cells lacked experience,” and so, even though

it was not designed to fly, it went ahead and did fly. I need to be aware – constantly – of my body. I need to do so much every day, to take care of my body. It is a full-time job. And yes, too, like Bush, convince myself daily that “I’ve never felt better in my life.” It is more mental now than physical (especially when I look in the mirror). So thank you for a thoughtful and realistic –

but sensitive – commentary on that time in our lives between the dawn and darkness when the best is gone, and the worst is next. So enjoy this ‘in between’ time while you can, for as long as you can because the darkness is ahead. I so hope I, “Go not gently in to that dark night,” but instead have the courage to give it the finger. Matthew M. Stevenson, Coquitlam

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Hospital conditions unhealthy for patients To the Editor, I enjoy reading letters about the congratulatory and praiseworthy efforts concerning Nanaimo Regional General Hospital and staff. Unfortunately, I experienced the other side of the coin. Due to severe pains, I was taken by ambulance to the new emergency department,where everything seems to be working well and assistance was enthusiastically forthcoming. However, I was told that I would soon be moved to another ward with expert medical care and a more comfortable bed since treatment was expected to last several days. After about two hours in emergency, a staff member said that I would be moved in a few minutes. Fifty minutes later an orderly appeared, and wheeled me to a third floor section located close to the main elevators at the front of the building. Arriving there, my bed and I were pushed into a dingy, unlit ward and almost freezing blankets were provided. When I asked if the heat had been turned off

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another staffer decided I needed more blankets and handed me more cold ones. Eventually I obtained a heated blanket by walking around the corridors and asking for one. To say the ward itself is not fit for patients is a gross understatement. Two wards are connected by a common washroom with signs to “please knock before entering.” One toilet and one small sink are all that are provided for four or more people. The toilet itself was grungy and I was glad I had slippers on when I walked on the floor since it was scratched up and could contain who-knowswhat. There were only two staff members on duty on that floor and hardly any patients were visible. After spending two hours in this totally miserable place, I decided to call for a ride home and check myself out as I do not believe I could be expected to stay in such abominable conditions. I have visited better facilities in Third World countries. I hope some renovations are planned for this part of the building soon as I find it

scandalous that sick patients in Canada should be required to accept such an intolerable situation. Jim Wilcox Nanaimo

Salmon farms not to blame To Editor, Re: Farms decimate wild salmon, Letters, Nov. 6. It’s a shame that some have chosen to misrepresent the recommendations of the Cohen Report – a $26 million study looking at the recent decline of Fraser River sockeye. Jim Erkiletian is wrong to suggest the study states that “salmon farms decimate wild salmon populations.” Judge Bruce Cohen actually states he found no evidence that salmon farms have a negative impact on Fraser River sockeye, but suggests that research continue to prove minimal risk. B.C. salmon farmers support this recommendation. The three-year study does clearly state that there is ‘no smoking gun’ and that a myriad of issues including rising water temperatures, habitat loss,

implementation of the wild salmon policy and salmon enhancement require attention. Salmon aquaculture takes fishing pressure off wild salmon – an important part of salmon conservation. It’s therefore important that people, such as Erkiletian, don’t misrepresent the findings of a study that can help us focus on what is important to the long term sustainability of wild salmon. Ian Roberts Marine Harvest Campbell River

Students need English first To the Editor, Re: Registration changes aim to curb lineups, Oct. 30. The article brings about an adjunct to teaching French that has me puzzled. It has recently been discovered that in kindergarten classes that teach French by immersion, English is not taught until the students reach Grade 3 at eight years of age. Surely with English being the predominate language, except in Quebec, one would think that language would be taught before French so that the

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To the Editor, I am a member of The War Amps Operation Legacy, which consists of young members and graduates of the Child Amputee Program who are dedicated to preserving and commemorating Canada’s military heritage by teaching younger generations about our nation’s wartime history. It’s important to remember our veterans for countless reasons. The individuals who left their families, homes and lives behind to fight for us and our country deserve more than just remembrance. We should be thankful every day for what they went through for us. The bravery, strength and courage it took is not something easily found. I give all my respect to our war veterans. Kendra Blakely Revelstoke

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TTransportation industry keeps on truckin’ on Job seekers are in luck when it comes to the commercial road transportation industry in British Columbia. Trucking companies throughout B.C. require professional drivers, mechanics, dispatchers and operations staff right now, which means job seekers with

experience and/or training may find work within their preferred region. For those considering training prior to joining the workforce, demand for skilled-workers in the industry is likely to grow – to 2020 and beyond. There are a number of reasons for this.

For truck drivers, the industry is facing a North America-wide shortage because most are 45 years of age or older and nearing retirement (in fact, in Canada, according to a report by the Canada Trucking Human Resources Council, 58 per cent of long-haul truck drivers fall

in this age range). Similar shortages exist for other jobs, including diesel engine and heavy duty mechanics. Phil Dutton, owner of Parkway Driving Academy in Nanaimo, said even in today’s technological world, there’s work for truckers. “There is one thing that can’t be done through a computer and that is move freight,” he said. “Every single thing a person can look around the office and see, all came on the back of a truck at one point in its life.” Dutton said there are massive shortages in the industry with needs in construction, development, food services, plumbing, logging and fishing, grocery stores, liquor stores and more. “I get calls all the time with people saying, ‘Phil, I need eight drivers, Phil I need six drivers,’” he said. “We did 67 [Class 1 driver’s licences] last year and every one of them is working.”

Aside from worker shortages, economic growth in the Asia Pacific Gateway is also driving demand for workers in transportation. This applies not only to companies in the Lower Mainland, but in other regions as well, since the Asia Pacific Gateway is actually made up of an integrated supply chain of airports, seaports, rail and road connections, and border crossings, from Prince Rupert to Surrey, with links supplied by trucking. Today’s trucking industry is an exciting place to be. Equipment in many companies is state of the art, meaning increased comfort and ease for drivers and opportunities for mechanics to work with technologically advanced systems, keeping both their skills and interest engaged. Dispatch relies on sophisticated tracking and routing systems. Others on the operations side

also use information technology of many kinds to deal with everything from licences and permits, to customer services, accounting, sales and marketing. And, people joining the industry have many career choices. Drivers, for example, may work close to home as pickup and delivery or shorthaul drivers. Those who like the idea of travelling across Canada or North America can become long-haul drivers for an employer or work as owner-operators. Drivers may haul consumer goods, fuel, logs, heavy-duty equipment or livestock. For those with experience as a driver, mechanic or operations work, most companies advertise jobs on their websites. Members of the B.C. Trucking Association from across the province may post jobs under Careers on www. bctrucking.com, and

the provincial and federal governments maintain job sites at WorkB.C., www. workbc.ca/Jobs and Working in Canada, www.workingincanada.gc.ca – go to Explore Careers by Occupation, then by Region. Within a community, it may also pay to approach a company, drop off a résumé and inquire if and when they’ll be hiring. For anyone wanting to enter the industry but needing training, there are also many avenues to explore. Although there is not a standard training course for professional drivers, there are numerous private schools throughout B.C. that offer programs. For information on transportation trades in B.C., including mechanics and other technicians, please visit transCDA at www.tcda.ca/home. For information on trucking careers in general, please see www.truckingcareers.ca.

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eeping fit as you age is an important step in ensuring independence and healthy living. Russell McNeil, a senior’s fitness instructor for the City of Nanaimo’s parks, recreation and culture department, said neglecting some muscle groups can lead to several health problems later in life that affect mobility and overall health. Some health problems can stem from three major areas – hamstrings, hip-flexor and chest muscles, said McNeil. Because many people spend so much time sitting throughout the day, these muscles tend to tighten and shorten. If the muscles are left for long-periods of time without any exercise to re-lengthen or strengthen them, by the time a person gets into their senior years it can lead to problems, said McNeil. He said sometimes stoops or problems walking can be caused by these tight muscles. Exercising the back muscles in important as well. McNeil said people tend to have stronger muscles in their front chest area than their back. That imbalance can lead to problems, but it is an area that can be worked on. “Your posture will benefit enormously,� he said, about exercising this muscle group. “If you leave the muscles unstretched it throws the whole process out of whack.� McNeil teaches Level 1 and 2 senior fitness classes at Bowen Park as part of the Harbour City Seniors activities. The classes are geared toward people 60 and older. “There are an incredibly fit cohort of people in that age group,� he said.

Level 2 builds on the fitness exercises learned in the Level 1 course, which increase the strength and flexibility people have gained previously. McNeil said it’s a typical mixed fitness class that includes elements of strength, balance, cardio and stretching. The classes start with cardio exercises and then move to balance and strength exercises. During the strength exercises participants use a variety of weights and resistance bands to tone. Then the class moves on to about a 15-minute core workout and finishes off with a five-minute stretch and cool down. McNeil said there are three components that create a healthy lifestyle: mind, body and spirit. You can’t just do two of them in isolation and experience a healthy lifestyle. For more information on the seniors’ fitness classes, please call 250-756-5200 or go to www.nanaimo.ca. arts@nanaimobulletin.com

Russell McNeil, fitness instructor, knows a little tension never hurt anybody when it’s applied to muscle toning. McNeil teaches morning exercise fitness classes tailored to seniors at Bowen Park Complex. CHRIS BUSH/THE NEWS BULLETIN

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Recreational pursuits improve overall lifestyle BY AMANDA DALY

Have you ever listened to the song I’m in a Hurry by Alabama? Even if you aren’t a country fan the lyrics ring true in all of our lives. “I’m in a hurry to get things done. Oh, I rush and rush until life’s no fun...” These days life moves fast. Perhaps

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Dennis (Denny) O. Ryan 1928-2012 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Denny at 3 a.m. November 4, 2012 with his wife at his side. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Florence, his children Wendy (Vern) Ryan, Geordie (Kirby) Glenn, Dr. John (Lynn) Saliken, Annette (Martin) Saliken, and Daniel Saliken, his ten grandchildren, and his nieces and nephews. Denny was born in Toronto and spent most of his early years in Quebec. At the age of 25, he moved to Calgary where he built a number of successful businesses, including Ryan Insurance, and was very active in various positions within the Masonic (Zetland) Lodge. At 54, he met and married Florence in Castlegar, where they retired together in 1982 before settling in Nanaimo in 1991. He is remembered as an amazing man who worked hard, cared deeply, and always gave his best for the people in his life. He will be greatly missed. Thank you to the staff at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital for providing him with excellent care. For more information, contact asaliken@telus.net.

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2 IKEA media stands, dark brown, 60â€?wx22â€?Dx14â€?H, $50 and $49 (ea). (250)754-3705. 4.5’ PRE-LIT (clear), porch tree in decorator pot, new. $40. (250)758-9447. BRAND NEW Phillips Sonic Care tooth brush, w/charger, $50. (250)714-0712. CORNER GLASS TV stand, 3 shelves for all components, excellent condition, $75 obo. Call (250)756-3032. “CORONETâ€? FRENCH Provincial 4-drawer dresser (32x 19x38â€?); night stand (18x18x 24â€?), $75. (250)729-0361 DESK, 48â€? (w) x 30â€? (d), w/ pencil and ďŹ le drawers, $70 obo. Call (250)753-3587. KUSTOM BASS amp, like new. $99. Call (250)754-5150 MICROWAVE UTILITY stand, w/shelves & doors, $45. 4 oak chairs, $12/ea 250-758-7686. SECTIONAL Sofa good cond. $50. Hide-a-bed $20. obo. Table, 2 leafs $20. 250-585-1201 SHAG RUG, oatmeal colour, 5’x7’, used 1.5 yrs, very good cond, $75. (250)585-7433. TEAK CHINA CABINET, 2-piece, $75. obo. (250)7602364.

3 SEATER hide-a-bed, $175, 3 seat sofa, $99, 2 rocking chairs and 1 Tub chair (offers), dresser w/ 2 large mirrors, $25. All by appt only, dealers welcome. Call (250)740-2783 or (250)755-2026 (Fri, Sat & Sun) 10am-2pm.

39’ 2004 TRAVEL Trailer, park model, “Terry model� asking $11,900. Propane furnace, 2 yrs old, full size, asking $700, worth $2000 new. 30’ pressure treated power pole, $200. Call (250)735-3258.

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

DINING ROOM Suite, in excellent condition, golden oak, 5 chairs, 1 captain’s chair, table with 2 leaves, china cabinet with glass shelves and interior light. Asking $1200 obo. Call 250-739-0465 to view. Must sell moving. DOWNSIZING SALE. Solid Maple Vilas dining room set w/ table that extends to seat 10, plus a hutch (showroom condition). ChesterďŹ eld, love seat, end tables, marble coffee table, book case, freezer, kitchen table & misc. 250-729-9095 DOWNSIZING SALE. Well upholstered furniture set - golden green muted. set of 3 - must see to appreciate. Table, lamps, sheers, at screen TV, many other items. Good quality. Call 250-586-8922 between 6 pm - 9 pm.

MEDICAL SUPPLIES 3-WHEEL Electric Scooter. Completely gone over. New controls, front tire & tube. Custom charger. Good batteries. $650. (250)740-2768 PORTABLE “AQUATIC� Bath lift. Seldom used. Cost $2,000. Sell for $500. 250-752-8272. Qualicum Beach

5X10 NATIONAL Pool Table with all original accessories & overhead light; Conn electric band acoustic organ; Bamboo bar; 2 older TVs; 2 arborite kitchen tables & other misc. Call 250-738-0368 to view. 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.

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. FULL GOLF Membership at Arrowsmith Golf & Country Club, $1500 obo. Please call 250-751-2228. GOODYEAR ULTRA Grip (snow tires), 175/70R13, like new, used 1 season only. Asking $240 obo for all 4. Call (250)738-1190. SNOW TIRES, P215/60R15, steel belted radials, used one season only (Dec & Jan). As new. (250)748-4658

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

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER

EVERGREEN PLACE mobile home, $49,000, 800sf, complete reno in & out, small pet ok. (250)710-8985 or email

40’ Citation park model in year round RV park in Parksville. Built on room & patio, carport & shed. Call 250-951-4902.

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CENTRAL NANAIMO. 2 bdrm, 1 bath, level entry, ďŹ replace, greenspace, pet on approval. Many updates, low strata fees in small complex. Asking $153,900. Please call (250)753-8141 or visit: www.strata954.ca

MOBILE- 2130 Errington Rd, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, own land, $80mo/strata, totally reno’d. May take back mortgage, $170,000. 250-738-0221.

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

PARKSVILLE. THIS is it! Well designed rancher, 55 +, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, den/TV room, many updates, 5 appliances, very private back yard, Bare Land Strata. Asking $338,500 obo. For appointment call 250248-5113

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DUNCAN, duplex zoned, small 2 bd character home close to town. Orchard, berries, organic raised beds + greenhouse. (250)748-3007

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

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

4 TOYO tires, used, M & S, P225/60/16, good condition, $180. Call (250)586-6673.

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REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

RENTALS

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

HOUSES FOR SALE

HOUSES FOR SALE

HOUSES FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOMES FOR RENT

TOWNHOUSES

CARS

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

STONE MANOR Brand new Rancher! Open house every Sat & Sun noon-4pm. 5942 Tower Place, Duncan. No Strata, open concept, no steps, 3-bdrm, 2-bath. 1406 sq.ft., 4 SS appl’s., fully landscaped, dbl garage. Only $365,000. inclds hst. BEST VALUE! Gord 250-710-1947

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES Lantzville Estate: below assessed value. 4bdrm, level entry, walkout bsmnt, panoramic view, waterfront w/beach access, suite potential, ample parking on 3/4 acre. 7 mins from Woodgrove. $550,000 (250)713-2270/ 250-585-2620

Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!

Call: 1-250-616-9053

www.webuyhomesbc.com 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

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. $399,000. View by appointment. 250-729-7420

PARKSVILLE, MAPLE GLEN 1600 sq ft rancher on crawl. Lrg lot, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, RV parking. Close to schools. Many extras. $369,500 Call 250-248-5936

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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

DUNCAN, 55+ park, no pets. 2 bdrm, single wide, large deck, heat pump, woodstove, landscaped yard, 4 appl’s. $29,900. (250)748-2863 MID 70’s dbl wide on .28 acre, in Mill Bay. 2-bdrm w/den. 2 baths. Good cond. Propane stove & dryer, newer roof $205,000. Call (250)746-9658.

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO #111-3270 Ross Rd- 2 bdrms, 1.5 bath, $800. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

1 & 2 BDRM (Hospital Area)

New balcony & paint. Free storage & parking. Quiet building with security cameras. Available Now & Dec. 1 From $675 - $790.

250-754-2936

Amazing and gorgeous custom 2 storey home, 4 bedrooms/den, 4 baths Detached shop, adjacent unauthorized loft style suite. Private, beautiful landscaped grounds. Call for private viewing!

WON’T LAST LONG! $313,900

160 STEWART Ave- Bachelor $525. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 25 PRYDE Ave. 1-bdrm ground level townhouse, $700. Avail Dec. 1st. (250)756-4728. #304 - 4720 UPLANDS- 1 bdrm, $700. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 3185 BARONS Rd- 2 bdrm $800. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 412 BRUCE Ave- 1 & 2 bdrms, $625 & $750. Call Ardent Properties, (250)7530881. www.ardentproperties.com

Private, well maintained family home. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Located in Country Club area on .28 of an acre.

IMMACULATE DOUBLE WIDE! $59,900

Spotless, 2 bed/2 bath 1104 sq ft, 55+ park. Beautiful 32 x 16 deck. Fenced private yard. Priced to SELL!

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250-751-1223

430 STEWART Avenue- 1 bdrm, $650 & $700. Call Ardent Properties, (250)7530881. www.ardentproperties.com

LADYSMITH 55+ Building, 385 Davis Rd. Ocean & harbour views 2 Bdrm suite. 250-246-5688

CENTRALLY LOCATED- Immaculate, just renovated sunny 1 Bdrm w/garden patio. New appliances, bathroom, ooring, paint and drapes. Insuite laundry & secure parking. Near bus and seawall. NS/NP. $750. 250-756-2717.

Chemainus: Lockwood Villa, well kept bldg, (2) 1 bdrm $625, incl. heat & hot water, avail. now, sm pets welcome. Call Karen 250-709-2765. DOWNTOWN NANAIMO. 1bdrm. On-site laundry, parking NS/NP. $550. 250-754-1547. HOSPITAL AREA- 1 & 2 bdrms, starting at $700. Heat/HW & parking included. Clean, well maintained building on bus routes & walking distance to the new Country Grocer. NS/NP. Onsite Manager- 250-716-3305. HOSPITAL AREA: spacious, 2bdrm, 2bath, 7 appl’s, +gas FP. Clean, quiet bldg. N/P, N/S, N/D, RR. Secure parking. Avail Dec 1. (250)754-0960 Ladysmith: 1 & 2 bdrm suites from $700/mo incl. heat & hot water, ocean views, completely renovated, on trolley route, small pets ok. 250-668-9086. NANAIMO: 1275 Dufferin Cres Across Gen Hospital. Renovated 2 Bdrms from $750/mo. Call Carman 250-740-1002 NANAIMO- 30 Cavan St., top r, elevator, 5 new appls, granite tops, all hdwd rs, totally reno’d, secure prkg, 1 locker. NS/NP. Avail immed. $750. Call 1-604-720-0775. For Photos refer to Craigs List posting ID # 3326156697. NANAIMO- CLEAN, quiet 1 bdrm suites. Available Nov. 1 or 15th. Hot water included, on bus route. $525/mo. 1 year signed lease required, references & credit check required. Please call 250-754-8411. NANAIMO DOWNTOWN 3 bdrm,1.5 bath, on-site laundry. NS/NP. $900. 250-754-1547. NANAIMO- NEWLY reno’d & furnished including W/D, dwnt studio apt, featuring hard wood rs, granite counters. $700. Avail now. Call (250)616-2809.

COTTAGES COZY COTTAGE in Lantzville. Nice private yard. Gardening opportunities. Only 1 quiet non smoker. Recently reno’d. Clean, shower, no tub. 400 sq ft. Close to beach, bus, village centre. Furn’d or not. $700 incls utils. 250-741-4673. RUTHERFORD SCHOOL area: 2 bdrm cottage, incld’s; W/D, F/S, microwave, D/W. 1 small pet nego. Private yard. N/S, no parties. Ref’s. $920. Call 250-729-1061.

NORTH NANAIMO, Panoramic ocean view Rocky Point, 2 bdrm + den, 2500 s.f., multi-level. $1550 Call 250-738-0595.

OFFICE/RETAIL

56 – 1406 Jingle Pot Rd- 1 bdrm + den $925 Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com #6- 72 HARWELL- 3 bdrms, $825. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

1600 SQ ft retail space with parking and signage on busy highway entering Port Alberni. Great location for suitable business to compliment organic produce market on same property. Rate negotiable for right tenant. 250-586-1372.

855 HOWARD- 3 bdrms, $850. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

WANT TO GET NOTICED? Prime retail/ofďŹ ce space for rent in highly visible historical building on corner of First and Roberts in Ladysmith. 1,687 sq ft. 2 bathrooms, small kitchen, new ooring, A/C

Call 250-245-2277

LADYSMITH- brand new 3 bdrm, 3 bath, 1700sq ft, ocean views, 5 appls, F/P, single car garage w/lots of extra parking. 2 year lease and will discuss rental break. Rent to Own is a deďŹ nite possibility. View on KiJiJi Ladysmith rentals for pics. Call (250)802-1520.

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TRANSPORTATION

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.

ANTIQUE/CLASSICS

HAWTHORNE CORNER- upscale boutique style townhouse living, new, 6 appls, walk to VIU, on bus route, $850 mo + utils. 250-713-1025

SUITES, LOWER

1958 DODGE MAYFAIR, 2 dr. Hardtop, Duncan car, V8, push button, runs excellent, 78 K-miles, needs some restoring. $5,000. (250)715-3721

AUTO FINANCING

1091 SILVER Mountain Drive1 bdrm, $750. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 1-BDRM SUITE, self-contained. $650./mo inclds utils. 250-716-6811 or 250-2454546, 250-753-4749.

2008 Pontiac G5 great shape 63,900 k. Power windows, locks, air. $7,900 new set of snow tires incld. 250-792-2620

DEPARTURE BAY. Spacious & bright, 1 bdrm. Incls utils, hi-speed internet, digital TV, basic phone, parking, shared laundry, on bus route. N/S, N/P. $700 mo. Avail Dec. 1st. Call 250-751-3386. DOCKSIDE WAY- spacious 2 bdrm walkout suite, 5 appls, quiet tenants, gas F/P. NS/NP, $950 heat & electricity incld. Avail Dec 1. 250-667-1032.

SPORTS & IMPORTS

BRAND NEW 3-bdrm, 1.5 bath home. Gorgeous kitchen, garage. $1250. (250)710-1947 RUTHERFORD AREA, beautiful SxS Duplex, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, F/S, ďŹ replace, garage, W/D hookup, big fenced yard, mountain views, N/P, N/S. Dec or Jan.1, $1075 mo. 250741-1383 or 1-250-727-5687

MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT SPA BOUND Pools & Spas: Hot Tub Rentals. Call (250)585-0077

HOMES FOR RENT 1728 WHITE Blossom Way- 3 bdrm, 3 bath, $1550. Call Ardent Properties, (250)7530881. www.ardentproperties.com 3-BDRM SPLIT level, West Nanaimo. Country setting, close to town. Large 2-car garage with shop area. New kitchen & appl’s. Self-contained sub-letable 1-bdrm suite. Apply now and receive 1/2 mo. rent free. NP/NS. Ref’s. $1650. 250-716-6811 or 250245-4546, 250-753-4749. 5830 HAMMOND Bay Rd- 3 bdrms, 2 bath, $1150. Call Ardent Properties, (250)7530881. www.ardentproperties.com AVAIL Dec 1 - Fairview Dr, 5 BR, 3 baths, close to Uplands Park School, rec room, garage, 5 appliances, large deck, private, fenced backyard. $1500. Refs req’d. 250758-5760; pls leave msg.

LADYSMITH lrg 2bdrm, 1bath, jetted tub, sep. shower, F/S, W/D, DW, lrg fenced yard, garage, RV/boat prkng, N/S. RR. $1,150. Nov. 1st. 250-722-7377 METRAL AREA: Lge 4bdrm fenced yard, dbl carport, F/S. 5350 Dunster Rd. Avail Nov 1. $1250. Refs Req. 758-6107

2001 JAGUAR XJ8 Black leather interior and black exterior. 153,975 km, $10,000. Call 250-586-3380

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NANAIMO- 1 BDRM suite in a dry house, utils & laundry incld, walking distance to VIU (5 mins) pet? $750. Avail Nov 1. Call (250)753-2964.

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

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

2005 GRAND-AM, V-6, auto, 133,000km. White exterior/gray interior. One owner. Very clean, runs great. $4,200 obo. (250)616-7252

STORAGE SHIPPING CONTAINERS 20’ or 40’. Buy or Rent. Safe and secure. Easymove Container Services. Serving Vancouver Island. 1-(888)331-3279

1994 MERCURY Grand Marquis, 140,000 km, 4.6 ltr, A/C, immaculate. $2000 obo. (250) 743-4982

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NANAIMO- BRIGHT, quiet, lrg 2 bdrm, inclds laundry, hydro, F/S, storage. NS/NP. $930. Call 250-756-6248.

2004 TOYOTA Corolla CE, Auto, A/C, Very good condition, 139,000 kms, $5800.00 Please call: 250-951-3132

NEAR COUNTRY GrocerNew 2 bdrm, NS/NP. $875+ utils incld. Avail Now. 250714-0704 or 250-751-3930. N. NANAIMO - 1 bdrm, priv entrance & patio. NS/NP. $775 inclds utils & W/D. Refs req’d. Avail Dec. 1. (250)751-2068. ON HORSESHOE Bay, 2 bdrm walkout, incls Satellite TV & W/D, storage, Dec. 1, $950 + utils. (250)754-3446.

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

S. NANAIMO 2-bdrm lower suite. N/P, N/S, non-partiers. Heat, hydro, F/S incl’d. $950./mo. Ref’s. Avail Dec. 1st (250)591-6916, (250)816-0085 SOUTH NANAIMO (Lake front), not on bus route, lower level 1 bdrm suite. Priv. ent. All utils incld’d, in suite W/D. NS/NP. Avail immed. $750. Call (250)754-8728.

MOTORCYCLES 1923 FORD “T� Bucket. 350 short block Chevy. 400 H.P. motor. $18,000. Call Ron (250)729-7146 after 5:00p.m.

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. Bob 250-618-4775 WESTWOOD LAKE- Brand new 2 bdrm, 5 appls, own laundry & hydro. NS/NP. $850/mo. 250-591-8414.

2002 HARLEY Davidson Road Glide, 95ci, loaded, many extras, set up for touring custom paint, must be seen, $12,500 OBO. 250-871-3126.

SUITES, UPPER

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

359 APPLEWOOD Crescent3 bdrm, 2 bath, $1195. Call Ardent Properties, (250)7530881. www.ardentproperties.com

1991 SUBARU Loyale. Many new parts, receipts at request. Battery, radiator, alternator & water pump new. $1500. obo Call 250-248-9977

TOWNHOUSES #2-3231 LAUREN“Mary Place� 2 bdrms, $1000. Call Ardent Properties, (250)7530881. www.ardentproperties.com

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

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

‘05 - 9’6 OKANAGAN CAMPER Electric levelers, Q/Bed, N/S, mint condition. Fridge/freezer, 3 burner stove/oven, 3 piece bathroom. $17,900. 250-752-0322

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SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

1981 23’ Corsair Motor home A/C, heater + forced air, 2500 Honda generator, furnace, full kitchen/bath. $6,999. For more details. (250)724-6558.

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

TRUCKS & VANS

1987 FORD RANGER

2.9 L, V6, 5 speed. $600.00 obo.

1988 DODGE 3/4 ton and Camper, 2WD with 8 ft 9’ Slumber Queen. Both in excellent condition. 250-287-8261

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34ft. Ready to travel. $9,500. obo or trade. (250)753-0046

2001 KUSTOM Koach 5th Wheel, 23.5ft, air cond, sleeps 4-6 adults. Lots of cupboard space, rear full bathroom, nice condition. Must see. Do not need special licence to tow. $8,995. 1 (250)754-0725

2008 LEXINGTON GTS 283 18,500 miles. Full body paint, three slides. Like new, $69,900. Phone:250-898-8718 or 250-702-2681

Spare motor $100. Call 250-752-7596 1995 GMC Sonoma Truck, recent maintenance, in great shape, runs well. Asking $2200 obo. Please call (250)758-4963.

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Wednesday ◆ ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF B.C. workshop, Getting to Know Dementia, 10 a.m. to noon, Alzheimer Society Resource Centre, 200-1585 Bowen Rd. Registration required, Jane Hope, 250-7344170, jhope@alzheimerbc.org.

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◆ NANAIMO PROSTATE Cancer Support Group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Canadian Cancer Society office at 777 Poplar St. Newly diagnosed, survivor, or looking for information. For more info call 250-7563116.

◆ WILD EDIBLE mushroom workshop with biologist Jessica Wolf takes place from 12:30-4 p.m. at Wildwood Forest. Register at www.jessicawolf. ca or phone 250-3276931.

◆ DOLLHOUSE MINIATURES Club meets in Nanoose. New members welcome. For time and location call 250468-2364 or 250-7544363. Wednesdays.

Ongoing ◆ THURSDAY HIKERS depart Bowen Park upper parking lot, 8 a.m. All day hike. Bring hiking boots, raingear and lunch. 250-7553066.

◆ NANAIMO RECREATIONAL Soccer is looking for players for their new women’s only rec soccer. No commitment required. Contact nanaimosoccer@ yahoo.ca for information on both women’s and co-ed rec soccer.

◆ NANAIMO EUCHRE Club meets for cards Tuesdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m. New members welcome, teaching available. 250-758-0739 for location.

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The VIU Mariners made it back to a national final. Vancouver Island University’s men’s soccer team will play for gold at the Canadian Colleges’ Athletic Association championships today (Nov. 10) in Coquitlam. The No. 7-seeded Mariners pulled off two consecutive upsets at the tournament this week, first shutting out the Holland Hurricanes 3-0 on Wednesday and then getting past the host Douglas Royals 2-1 on Thursday. Versus host Douglas, Ben Leggett and Dan Cato scored and g o a l ke e p e r Ro bb i e Cochrane was named man of the match. It was a semifinal that was so good and so intense that it was worthy of being a national final, said Bill Merriman, VIU coach. “Our fans were so loud and so passionate, it was unbelievable,” he said. Now, VIU’s soccer team will play the Humber Hawks in the national final. “Our goal was to get here and what we had to do to get here,” said Merriman. “Now we’re here and we’re in this game. It means so much.” GAME ON … The M’s and Hawks play tonight at 5 p.m. at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park … VIU won a national championship in 2010.

Every fall, athletes Hammond Bay fifth. at all levels in our Mitch Finner from local school system Mountain View took traditionally take top spot in the tyke part in cross-country boys’ competition, running programs. followed by Alex For elementary McLaughlan from students, the season Randerson Ridge culminated at the and Aidan Collery end of October with of Rutherford. Rock the annual Nanaimo City’s Patrick OsakoDistrict Elementary be-Green was fourth, School Cross-Counthen Kaya Saunders try Championships. from Cinnabar ValLarry Dean was the ley. coordinator of the For peewee (born district event this 2001-02) runners, the year and he sends race distance was word that approxi2km. Evelynn Polmately lard from 500 parHammond THORPE ticipants Bay was REPORT from over the first Ian Thorpe 30 schools finisher in Columnist took part. the girls’ Runrace. Rock ners had City runqualified ner Karly at zone Dickinson competiand tions held Seaview’s throughDelaney out the O’Toole city for boys and were second and girls from larger third respectively, (over 275 students) ahead of Addison and smaller schools. Battie from Forest The district meet Park and Cilaire’s was comprised of Erin Jensen. six races of varying In the boys’ race, lengths, starting and the top two finishfinishing at Rotary ers were both from Bowl stadium. Rock City ElemenThose in the tyke tary. Nate Seaman (born 2003-04) diviwas first, with Drew sion ran a distance Johnson the runnerof 1.5 kilometres. up. Then came a For the girls, Olivia pair of Rutherford Lundman of Seaview runners, with Ethan took first place. Jones taking third Olivia Miles from and Christian HarChase River was ris claiming fourth. the runner-up, with Hammond Bay’s Ian Kate Cameron from Grabher was fifth. Quarterway claimTurning to bantam ing third, Mountain (born 1999-2000), View’s Isabella entrants competed Ouelette fourth and over 2.5km. Sierra Schuler of ◆ Continued /23

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Nanaimo District Islanders junior varsity football player Malik Besseghieur, right, tries to escape a tackle from an Eric Hamber Griffins opponent on Wednesday afternoon at Merle Logan Field.

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Nanaimo’s junior varsity teams were both winners as high school playoff football kicked off. The NDSS Islanders defeated the Eric Hamber Griffins 26-8 on Wednesday afternoon at Merle Logan Field, then the Barsby Bulldogs took to the turf and took care of the Earl Marriott Mariners by a 46-0 score. ND trailed 8-6, but scored the go-ahead touchdown 30 seconds before halftime. “We ran the ball up the middle pretty well and I

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Barsby Bulldogs back Dane Larsen gains ground Wednesday at Merle Logan Field.

feel like we dominated in the trenches,” said Malik Besseghieur, NDSS receiver. Jérémie Cheng led the Islanders’ offence with two

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those points had been tabulated, the Barry Saunders Memorial Trophy for top large school was awarded to Hammond Bay with 30 points. Rock City finished second with 21, followed by Mountain View, McGirr and Rutherford. In a serparte calculation for smaller schools, Seaview Elementary claimed the Tom Krall Trophy thanks to a total of 28 points. Cilaire runners earned their school second place. Then came Pauline Haarer, Gabriola and a tie between Davis Road and Departure Bay. Whatever your sport, a reminder in closing to play your hardest, play fair, and show good sportsmanship. â—† Ian Thorpe writes about sports Saturdays in the Bulletin.

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Don’t Hang Around Offer ends soon! For a limited time, trade in your enerrgy wasting windows and PAY NO HST. PLUS:: Until November 30th save up too an additional $110 off per window with government grants and Ceentra’s Top Up Program. Government grants expiring soon - Act Noow! 2132 Northfield Road, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 3B9 Tel 250.756.3010 -BOHMFZ t 7BODPVWFS t ,FMPXOB t ,BNMPPQT t 7JDUPSJB t /BOBJNP

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something good! Sunrise Farms

BC Red Bell Peppers Grown in BC 2lb/907g Bag

Backs Attached Prod Pr oduc u t of Surrey, BC Allll Si Al A S ze Packages Re Re eg gular Retail: g $3 $ 3..119– 9–$3 $ .49/lb, $7 $ 7.0 .03– 3 –$7 –$ $7 7.69/kg 69/kg

On Sale

On Sale Each LE SS ER VA LU

Tropicana Selected 1.75L or 6 Pack

Lacttantia Lactantia

Butter Salted 454g

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Quaker

MEGA

Granola Bars

P OI N T S

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Chewy or Dipps Selected, l d 156–187g 6

When you buy 5

On Sale

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On Sale

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When you buy 2

Lest we forget

Specials in Effect until Tuesday, November 13th, 2012

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