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Island’s busiest emergency room keeps calm After three months of learning the layout of expanded department, doctors and nurses are taking advantage of the new space and new care techniques for patients BY NIOMI PEARSON THE NEWS BULLETIN

f there is one word to describe the general mood at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital’s emergency department these days, it’s calm, said Dr. Drew Digney, site chief for emergency and trauma services. “We don’t have anybody in the hallways anymore, that is just a no-go, which is fabulous for patients having their own rooms,” Digney said. “They’re not packed in next to each other with the ‘curtain of silence’ hanging there.” After a rough period of transition in its newly expanded facility, which officially opened its doors in September, average patient care times are starting to fall back into line with preexisting percentages. “It was a way bigger change than I think any of us appreciated,” Digney said. “Absolutely everything was new. We’d done practice days and we’d had people go through and do scavenger hunts so they’d know where stuff was and we’d run drills and practices but when you’re in the heat of the moment, when there’s patients there and you’ve got five to six of them at a time, all these visuals cues we used to have and other little parts of our workflow were gone.” October was a particularly difficult

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month for ER staff as they adjusted to the changeover. The ‘left-without-beingseen’ rates crept up to 3.5 per cent, around the national average, but by January those rates were back down to 1.2 per cent. Emergency patient care times are not tracked by ‘wait time’ but by the length of time it takes to have a patient seen, treated and discharged, if hospitalization has been deemed unnecessary. Patients are categorized by the complication of their condition. On average, 80-85 per cent of patients with more complicated issues are discharged within four hours, while about 70 per cent of patients with less serious conditions are back out the door within two hours. Overall, the Nanaimo ER is sitting at about 75 per cent, whereas they’d like to be at 80 per cent or higher, Digney said. “We’re doing much better than we were,” he said. “Even today, with things not where we want them to be, we’re probably still doing better than most emergency departments in the province. “Rarely are people waiting more than a couple hours to be seen.” He added that every day is different in an emergency department, where quiet moments suddenly turn hectic, but the pace is ‘round the clock.’ Christmas proved to be a busier time

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Dr. Drew Digney, site chief of emergency and trauma services at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital says care times are falling back into line with previous percentages following the opening of the hospital’s expanded emergency wing.

with approximately 190 patients a day averaged over a period of 10 days. But on New Year’s Day, despite 217 patients coming through the door, target times were met approximately 90 per cent of the time. NRGH continues to be Vancouver Island’s busiest emergency department. By the end of 2012, patient numbers had increased to 60,200 for the year, up from approximately 57,000 in 2011. The new ER wing, which tripled the department’s size, has required adjustment from staff as they learned the new computer systems, the new environment and ironed out staffing crunches caused by the larger facility. In addition to two ‘pod’ areas which contain private rooms for emergency patients, the department has also expanded its Clinical Decision Unit

from five beds to eight. The unit is a protocol-driven area where patients who meet the criteria can go and be assessed over a shorter period of time. Physicians in the unit complete assessments every six to eight hours, whereas in a hospital bed a patient could wait up to 24 hours. “What that does is not only frees up space for that other patient that could go upstairs and get out of the emergency department, but it also reduces the total length of stay people would need in the hospital,” Digney said. Perhaps one of the biggest successes of the expansion is the Psychiatric Emergency Services department, which was previously run in a single room in the middle of the old emergency wing. ◆ See ‘RENOVATION’ ‘ /4

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dent. He was taken into custody.” No one else was in either home at the time. Police were acting on information that the suspect had acquired firearms, O’Brien said. None were found in the home, but a small amount of cocaine was confiscated. Police have, so far, not recommended any charges and the suspect has been released. O’Brien said charges could be recommended pending further investigation.

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Smokers help beat addiction with laser therapy I PATIENTS URGED to try whatever therapy works to quit habit. BY JENN M C GARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN

After 17 years of smoking, Erin Bourcier broke the habit last October. The 30-year-old had tried to quit a few times over the years, but intense cravings always caused her efforts to go up in smoke – having a glass of wine or a cup of coffee or other activities she normally associated with cigarettes would cause her to relapse. Bourcier finally found freedom from her habit after trying laser therapy at the Laser Centre for Health clinic on Applecross Road. The clinic uses laser therapy, counselling in how to deal with triggers and cope with life without nicotine, and a detoxification package to help eliminate the addictive chemicals from the body. “Quitting an addiction is like a big jigsaw puzzle – lots of little pieces and you put it all together and it works,” said Sheila Baxter, company CEO

and a registered nurse, who learned of the treatment in 1998 and received certification as a laser therapist through the Matrix Institute of Laser Therapy. She said the treatment is classified as laser acupuncture – the laser light is used on the ears, either side of the nose, in between the eyebrows and on various points on the hands to target specific acupuncture points that control endorphin release, addiction, detoxification and relaxation. The endorphin release from the laser therapy replaces the rush of endorphins someone gets from smoking and the effects of the therapy last about a month, explained Baxter. “Before they get off the bed, it’s already working,” she said. Bourcier had her last cigarette Oct. 2 and her laser treatment took place the next evening. She said the hour passed quickly – she simply remembers having a good conversation with the technician about healthy eating, cooking and life in general – and then she went on with her day. The therapy helped with the physical cravings, making her feel almost like she’d never

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smoked, and as the days wore on, Bourcier starting regaining her sense of taste and smell, which were dulled from smoking, and she felt more energetic. On top of feeling healthier and being able to appreciate her food more fully, Bourcier now has more money in her pocket – she estimates she saves about $150 a month – and she buys herself a little something each month as a reward. “I’m proud of myself, it’s a huge accomplishment,” she said. It’s been 14 years since Teresa Laird has smoked a cigarette. Laird, who worked in the production department at the Nanaimo News Bulletin for many years, was Baxter’s first

customer when she opened her laser therapy clinic in Nanaimo in March 1999, then called Total Health Lifestyle Centres. A writeup about Laird’s experience with the clinic was published in the News Bulletin on March 11, 1999. She had tried to quit before, but the anxiety and physical withdrawals proved too much. At first Laird was skeptical about the laser treatment – she felt nothing during the hourlong process – but she noticed a difference immediately. “Afterwards, I was really calm,” she said. “Once I had the laser therapy, I was able to deal with [the cravings] a whole lot better.” The therapy reduced Laird’s

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stimulation those patients would get was just ridiculous and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not what they need.â&#x20AC;? The expansion also generated the creation of a new stocking unit clerk position within the department, which is staffed 24/7. Before the expansion was complete, staff completed an exercise to determine what tasks doctors and nurses were doing throughout the day that could be streamlined by another position. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Their job is to make sure that the department stays at a level of stocked readi-

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some of those services at the centre by July. An Expression of Interest request was posted on B.C. Bid Feb. 4 for physicians interested in providing urgent care services and relocating their practices to the new facility. While it has been said that the new facility will relieve pressure on NRGHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ER, Digney is cautiously optimistic. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I hope it does, but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll wait and see,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a different [care] model, so nobody knows at this point.â&#x20AC;? reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

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Independent MLAs call for reforms to party financing BY TOM FLETCHER BLACK PRESS

B.C. voters have had enough of bags of cash, instant party memberships, and corporate and union donations influencing their provincial affairs, say three of B.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s independent MLAs. Cariboo North MLA Bob Simpson, Delta South MLA Vicki Huntington and Abbotsford South MLA John van Dongen are calling for refor ms to party financing and a meaningful role for backbench MLAs. And they want the changes made in the brief legislative session that begins next week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People want MLAs to represent their constituents, not special interests or party leaders,â&#x20AC;? said Simpson, who was kicked out of the NDP caucus in 2010 for criticizing thenleader Carole Jamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lack of policy specifics. The MLAs are also calling for B.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s scheduled election date to be switched to the fall, so the May 14 vote will be the last one featuring a spring budget that remains an untested political document. Simpson noted that one of the B.C. Liberal members supporting Premier Christy Clarkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leadership bid turned out to be a cat, and NDP leader Adrian Dix won his leadership contest with the help of bulk memberships delivered at the voting deadline along with bags of cash to cover the $10 NDP membership fee. Huntington, the only MLA elected as an independent in 2009, said B.C. is one of the last places in Canada that still allows political donations from corporate and union sources. She said B.C. should also ban donations from nonresidents, to prevent Alberta â&#x20AC;&#x153;oil baronsâ&#x20AC;? and other outsiders

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A decision by the provincial Property Assessment Appeal Board to reduce the value of B.C. Ferries’ Horseshoe Bay terminal to virtually nothing has resulted in the corporation appealing the property values of its other terminals, including three in Nanaimo. The move has Nanaimo City Hall on edge as a similar ruling for the terminals here – Duke Point, Departure Bay and Gabriola – would result in a loss of about $1.2 million in tax revenue, about 60 per cent of which goes to the city while the balance goes to the regional district, school board, hospital, library and other agencies. B.C. Ferries is Nanaimo’s fifth largest single taxpayer. It filed appeals for all of its properties in the province prior to B.C. Assessment’s Jan. 31 deadline. Last October, the assessment appeal board reduced the assessed value of the upland property of the Horseshoe Bay terminal (not including the marine berth) from $47 million to just $20, citing the land lease requires the property to be a ferry terminal. Because B.C. Ferries is losing money – though that particular route is profitable – a market-based approach suggests the land is worthless. Since the appeal was launched in 2010, the municipality of West Vancouver may have to pay the ferry corporation back

more than $750,000 in taxes. Deborah Marshall, spokeswoman for B.C. Ferries, said the corporation is trying to reduce its costs while working with municipalities to ensure fairness. “We want to make sure we can ensure predictability in our property taxes and pay fair and reasonable rates,” said Marshall. “Back in 2003 we paid $1.3 million in grants in lieu of taxes for all of our terminal properties and last year we paid $5.2 million. Any increase in our cost is passed on to our customers so we’re trying to keep our fares as reasonable as possible. But we’re continuing to work with B.C. Assessment to come up with a solution for a fair tax settlement.” West Vancouver is appealing the property assessment board’s decision, and the municipalities of Nanaimo, Delta, and North Saanich have been approved as intervenors in the appeal. That appeal is scheduled for October. “We just found out so we don’t know an awful lot more, only that we’ll be at the table,” said Doug Holmes, Nanaimo’s general manager of corporate services. Concerned about the loss of tax revenue, Nanaimo Mayor John Ruttan, along with Delta Mayor Lois Jackson, North Saanich Mayor Alice Finall and West Vancouver Mayor Michael Smith, approached Bill Bennett, minister of community, sport and cultural development to request a meeting. No meeting date has been set, but Ben-

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nett replied through correspondence that the decision to reduce the property value of the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal was “to say the least, unexpected.” “I want to assure you that the government believes that BCFS, as a private entity, should continue to pay a fair level of property taxes,” wrote Bennett. Ruttan said discussions are ongoing between all parties and that he is confi-

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Nanaimo district’s bullying website replaced with provincial version BY JENN M C GARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN

A new website developed by Nanaimo school district to put tools to combat bullying at students’ fingertips has been replaced with a provincewide version. Last February, the district, with the Nanaimo RCMP and the Vancouver Island Crisis Line, unveiled the Teens Networking Together web and mobile phone site, which provided students with an avenue to report bullying incidents – anonymously if they chose. It also included an education piece and links to 24/7 support.

This fall, the province unveiled its own website and online reporting tool and the district shut down the TNT site to become part of this initiative. Education officials felt that having two sites would be confusing to people, explained Jamie Brennan, school board chairman. “It doesn’t make sense to have duplicates,” he said. The province’s online reporting tool is part of ERASE (Expect Respect and a Safe Education) Bullying, an antibullying strategy announced by Premier Christy Clark last June. Tom Piros, the district’s coor-

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more than 400 hits from smart phones, said Spiros, and students were beginning to use the reporting tool – for example, administrators received several reports about harassment and intimidation of students the first week of September and just before the site shut down, there were about three reports from one of the secondary schools. “We did not have reports every single day,” he said. “It came in waves. The youth were transitioning to use it. We were getting daily hits on our social media.” Another aspect of the province’s anti-bullying strategy is training to help educators pro-

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Voters’ wishes rarelyy fulfilled Politicians representing their constituents rather than party leaders or special interest groups is a request most Canadian voters have dreamt of for years. Unfortunately, in this day and age with power-hungry politicians, it’s often simply that – a dream. Three B.C. MLAs – Bob Simpson, Vicki Huntington and John van Dongen – are calling for reforms to party financing to put an end to WORKING corporate and union donaFOR the tions influencing provincial electorate affairs. rather than an It’s a refreshing idea, but interest group all three are independent MLAs and have their work a novel idea. cut out for them. From an all-controlling prime minister in Ottawa, to business-friendly Liberals and a pro-union NDP in B.C., politicians usually have their priorities and rarely does the electorate’s desires play a part in them. Instead of their wishes brought to fruition, the public more often has to fight government to show politicians they were elected to work for the people. Examples include Colliery Dam Park at the municipal level, the harmonized sales tax provincially and Idle No More on the national scene. Unfortunately, for every time politicians listen, there are a host of times where they plough through with an agenda no matter how loud the voters protest. The Conservatives’ 443-page omnibus Bill C-45 is one example that comes to mind. But change has to start somewhere, and three MLAs – albeit independents – is better than nothing. One can only hope those who toe their party’s line will have a change of heart and see the sense in working for those who sent them to Victoria. If not, the public has a trump card to play on election day May 14 and revoke a politician’s privilege of representing them any further.

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Public concern raises rights debate The Nanaimo school district is investigating, the individual in a ‘damned if you do, damned if threatened police officers, for you don’t’ situation when it comes which he was arrested. to security of students, staff and The person spent about five property. weeks in jail after pleading guilty A situation in the community to threatening police officers involving an “individual” and was released Tuesday, with caused enough concern for probation conditions. district officials and Nanaimo Officials felt it prudent to RCMP to heighten security at increase security around the Cilaire Elementaey buildings where School, Dover Bay individuals had contact SATURDAY and Nanaimo Distirct with this person, REFLECTION secondary schools and though O’Brien stressed district headquarters. it was a precautionary Chris Hamlyn Donna Reimer, measure. Assistant Editor district spokeswoman, With the horrific sent out a press release shooting at Newtown, Feb. 5 stressing the Conn. fresh in security measures everyone’s mind, it were a precaution must have come as a and there had been no surprise and concern direct threats against for Nanaimo parents the three schools or the picking their children district office. up from school to The only information was see private security guards on that under the district’s threat the grounds and RCMP in cars assessment protocol with the patrolling the neighbouring RCMP and other community streets. agencies, an individual in the Add to that the lack of any community is giving cause for substantial information, and some concern. parents can’t be blamed for Requests for more information worrying. from the district were met But given the state of our legal with refusals and claims of system, there is not a whole lot balancing an individual’s right to more school officials and RCMP privacy versus providing people can do. information. There were only allegations of Const. Gary O’Brien, RCMP threats against school district spokesman, did say an employee employees. No criminal act was of the district, who is currently committed other than the threat not working, allegedly threatened against police officers and the other people involved with the individual paid the cost and did district and while police were his time for that.

Increased security around the schools made sense, though there is no doubt in my mind police knew the whereabouts of this individual throughout the entire ordeal. Getting them to say that on the record though, is another thing. It’s often a cold slap in the face to victims of crime to be reminded that everyone in this country has rights – even those committing the crimes. More and more, the practice of releasing the names of individuals convicted of sex crimes and considered to be a threat to reoffend is taking place. That is one instance where the protection and rights of the many outweigh the rights of the few. We’re talking the proverbial rock and hard place. No crime has been committed so the public has no right to information. Yet, a good portion of the community is being held hostage by a perceived threat – not kowing who, or what, might be lurking around the corner. So we increase the security in our community because the rights of the individual trumps the rights of the rest of us. And as much as the newsman in me wants to get all the facts out to the public as quickly as possible, it’s a good thing we have checks and balances in our legal system. Because one day it could be you or me in a difficult situation. And I know the last thing I would want is my rights being trampled on. news@nanaimobulletin.com

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Brand design no job for children To the Editor, Re: Outsourcing design ffails community, Reporter’s Viewpoint, Feb. 5. Reporter Niomi Pearson’s dismay regarding the outsourcing of the Nanaimo school district’s logo is misguided. Although I don’t wish to belittle her childhood glory (winning a school colouring contest) the notion that the $24,000 logo should be left in the hands of children fails to recognise what’s involved in building a brand. There’s limits to what community involvement

can achieve, and to what children can produce. A colouring contest may have manifested the communitybuilding elements Pearson cites as a benefit of her experience, but that’s just the beginning of a long process of wrangling artwork into branding that can work anywhere at any size. There may have been the talent amongst 33 schools to create a pretty picture, but few or none of those

children are schooled in developing press- and webready art. Ion understands the nuances of design to accommodate all foreseeable applications. Certainly moreso than a child with a pack of crayons. I do agree, however, that the board made an error in not hiring local designers who could also have done an excellent job and, likely, at a reduced price tag.

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After all, Ion bills thousands just for hopping on the ferry with their entourage of designers, consultants and account specialists. The board paid for a lot more than just design when it outsourcedto Ion, and could have saved thousands hiring a less pretentious local firm with less overhead and just as much raw talent. Certainly enough talent for yet another tired attempt to create indigenously-styled woodcut art. Chris Vaughan Griffiths Nanaimo

To the Editor, Re: Two schools receive grants for playground equipment, Feb. 7. I’m have a problem with the way this article was written. Yes, Park Avenue Elementary School’s playground is in sore need of improvements. Thank you for acknowledging how expensive this kind of endeavour is. All you get for $4,000 are some goal posts. But writing the same story from a different point of view creates a different picture. Georgia Avenue Elementary School recently received $25,000 in grant money where Park Avenue got nothing – not for lack of applying. And now this new grant has been given again to Georgia Avenue. Park Avenue got some attention in its efforts so the school district threw the dog a bone in the form of a couple of goal posts. But we won’t have open

access to this field evenings and weekends unless we pay for it. From Park Avenue alumni and greatgrand parents of current students, to outside support and crazy community support efforts, we are all working our butts off trying to scrape together enough for a new/better/safer playground for our fastgrowing and expanding community. Who are the key players and whose pockets are they in? I’m glad Georgia Avenue is getting funded, but just wish Park Avenue could feel some of that lovin’. Laura McLean Nanaimo

NDP hydro rant way off target To the Editor, Once again the NDP goes for the big splash but doesn’t get the story right. John Horgan’s argument that B.C. Hydro is losing millions of dollars over private

power purchases is disingenuous and misleading. B.C. Hydro is not buying $92 megawatt hours of power and selling it at $35 mWh into the open market. Rather, the 20-plus year fixed price contracts for green power are being used to supply renewable, reliable power to the core market. These long term power contracts shouldn’t be confused with the spot market, which is currently trading below $40 mWh, but has been as high as $1,100 mWh in recent history. Contracting for long-term fixed price power is a prudent way for B.C. Hydro to hedge its future requirements. Total reliance on the spot market for energy shortfalls is a fool’s game. One only has to look at the California energy crisis of 2001 when the state’s energy purchases rose tenfold, and rolling blackouts prevailed. And with B.C. Hydro being a net

importer of power for seven consecutive years in the last decade, who wants to run that risk? Fred Scott Richmond

Locked toilets can be opened To the Editor, Re: Solutions available to divert toilet cost, Letters, Jan. 26. This is not the first time that the taxpayers have paid for public toilets in Nanaimo. There was a stand alone toilet facility in the centre of Nanaimo circa 1960 that most old-timers will tell you about. It was an absolute failure and was torn down. Seems like the current test or method to determine wether the city requires a toilet is by counting the tickets that are issued by the RCMP for public urination. But the truth is someone is going to contest the nonsense in court and prove that urinating falls

under our Canadian rights of freedom. I am not sure how the conversation between the RCMP and city council ends up with talking about the problem of urination. I would love to be the fly on the wall listening. The city already has city parks, soccer fields, baseball fields and port services with washrooms that are locked down at night. Do we need to build new facilities for people who don’t have keys? Maybe the simple answer lies in how the people could access locked public washrooms. If vandalism is the problem, then maybe entry needs to be verified with any sort of identification or remote monitoring. We could make every locked Nanaimo park facility washroom available reg.Off prices to the public 24/7. No new buildings necessary, just new types of security. Matt James Nanaimo

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Saturday, February 9, 2013

Celebrate BC’s ﬁrst Family Day Monday Feb 11

Nanaimo ready to celebrate Family Day Q NANAIMO - Families in and around Nanaimo are invited to enjoy a day of affordable family fun this B.C. Family Day at the Nanaimo Ice Centre and the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. The Province, in partnership with the City of Nanaimo, ofﬁcially celebrates the ﬁrst B.C. Family Day on Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, with celebrations at the city’s recreation facilities with free swimming at the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and free ice skating at the Nanaimo Ice Centre across the street. All this, plus family-friendly activities, will take place from noon to 5 p.m. At four themed stations, visitors will be able to take part in activities and presentations like face painting, storytelling circles and opportunities to learn about B.C.’s natural riches.

In addition to the celebration at the recreation centres, the www.bcfamilyday.ca website provides a portal to encourage families to connect with other resources, get inspired and discover new things to do, places to explore, or events to attend through-

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Create together Q One of my favourite memories was creating an enormous piñata in preparation for a multi-family holiday. We blew up a huge bouncy ball and covered it with papier mache. Our children and those of our friends were young so after my young sons painted the ball white, I drew a score of cartoon characters, shapes and funny animals all around it. Filled with age-appropriate, small toys, puzzles and treats, the big white ball became a major activity for everyone in our three-family group. Every age took turns colouring in the shapes through-out the day, knowing when it was completed the ball would be strung up. The anticipation and excitement was heightened because the reward came with activity and was not immediate. Creating something as a family can mark an important time in your family history. It captures the age and ability of your children, your interests and a point in time. By working together on a project your family can develop new skills, collaborate on something truly memorable and enjoy what each family member brings to the endeavor. Think about all the things a family

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could create together – a family album complete with stories, mementos and funny or poignant memories. Your family might be old enough to handle something more ambitious like preparing a garden, building a dog house or designing and painting a family recreation area in your home. Technology puts an amazing array of tools in the hands of today’s families. You can plan, write, film and edit a movie with your everyday computer and smartphone technology and software. Even more fun is sharing your family creation with friends around the world. You might even suggest a film festival by inviting families to create their own film and have a “popcorn premiere” to show them all. Searching online will uncover an astounding number of crafts and projects you could tackle as a family. It can be as simple as building and flying a kite. Or you may look for something you can recycle or re-purpose into a creative new item – whether a work of art or function. It’s bound to make your family members proud environment stewards as well as treasuring your time and project as a family.

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Share together Q Bringing together your extended family can create a highly memorable and valuable life event. They say “it takes a village to raise a child” and many would agree especially in today’s world of working parents and latchkey kids. The support, experience and interestt of your extended family can have a significant impact on your immediate family. Regardless of your definition of ‘extended’ family, bringing together those with whom you share history with can have lasting benefits not just for you u and your children but for those you invite to share your day. It is common in today’s world to have older ch hildren in nuclear families reach their teens before meeting extended family members. Geographical issolation is common for middle-class families who movve based on occupational opportunities while family brranches retain their independence. Family Day is the ideal occasion to hold familyy reunions to re-establish and integrate a stronger family co onnection. This allows your children to connect with extended family members and to o share a better sense of their heritage and belonging. Don’t forget to include senior members of your family. Family reunions and relationships inspire seniors to stay active and pursue their well-being. Studies have found seniors feel revitalized when they spend time with families. Your children will benefit from hearing their oral history and that’s an inspiring experience that won’t always be available to them. Another way to celebrate Family Day is to gather your extended family and friends around something you care about. It might be a shore clean-up, a family walk or a garage sale. You might volunteer at a foodbank. Food is often central to gatherings and with everyone contributing to a family meal afterwards, it becomes a great way to share B.C.’s first Family Day.

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Experience as a Family Q Try something new this Family Day. It might be as simple as agreeing that everyone observe a no-technology or TV day. If you find your gatherings often involve all the adults sitting around visiting while the youngsters play among themselves and the teens segregate away from both you and the little ones, you’re probably not alone. A family gathering can be a wonderful opportunity for family to hear the latest on jobs, trips, hobbies and health, but if you find your gatherings following the same tedious patterns where one or two family members dominate with the same old stories, this is the year to change it up. Consider adding new experiences to the plans, and making a new and fun tradition out of them. Here are some ideas to get started: Get out and enjoy our beautiful outdoors – no matter what your weather. If you live in a snowy region of B.C., organize a hayride, snowshoe trek, sledding time or ice skating at a community rink. If you don’t have snow in your area, you can travel to find it or consider planning a bike ride, a hike or even hitting a minigolf course or a driving range. The idea is to bring everyone together in a family activity you’ve never done before.

restaurant. Not only do you experience a new menu together but everyone in your group can sit together and enjoy the meal. B.C. has a widely diverse cultural make up and ethnic restaurants are part of that. Make your Family Day gathering a retreat for all – consider getting your family out of the house and turn your gathering into a festive retreat. Many venues have activities for all ages to enjoy, from winter outdoor fun to refreshing spa services. Think of how much fun it would be for your whole family group to take a yoga class together. Host a family talent show – Everyone has a special talent in your family, so encourage them to bring their talent to your gathering. If you’re really ambitious set up an area ea to be used as a stage and arrange chairs for audience members. Many living l rooms have dimmer switches so play with lighting and lamps so the perfo ormance area is in the spotlight. You migh ht want to rent a popcorn machine or assk family members to bring along some treeats and snacks. By bringing new activitties to your family gathering this year, y you’ll be creating many new memories to share in the future, as a well as making the event much m more enjoyable.

Plan a meal away from the house – Instead of cooking for the gathering, plan a formal brunch or dinner at a new

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FAMILY DAY 2013

Play together Q There is nothing like the fun and innocence of childhood. Whether it’s a game of kick-the-can with the neighbourhood children or building a tree fort in the backyard, some of our best memories are playful. Board games are a great indoor activity, and Family Day is a great time to dig out some of your old favourites like Monopoly and Clue, and maybe try out a few new ones that are geared towards family fun. Your local toy store will have a wide range of options, along with other family-friendly entertainment such as puzzles and books. Set up a card table, get your

favourite puzzle out and spend hours putting together the pieces. Finishing a complicated puzzle will also give your kids a sense of accomplishment. If you’re looking for something a bit more high-tech, your game console or computer is a good place to start. Video games have come a long way from the classic Super Mario and Donkey Kong, and you may discover that your kids have a much larger technical knowledge than you do. They might beat you at Wii Sports but it will make for a great story! Getting outside for a game of tag or basketb ball will check off two things on your lisst: play and exercise. Taking a trip to a local playground or ﬁeld will give yo ou hours of entertainment for a low cosst. Pack a picnic as well for an entire day d of fun. Practicing your batting or pitching will also get you ready for the upcoming sports seasons, or maybe compete to see who can run the fastest to the swings. This yeear, Family Day is a time to make mem mories, spend time together and mayybe learn a thing or two. Whateveer the weather is like outside, you haave plenty of options for having fu un at all ages.

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Lives enriched through city’s arts, culture A healthy Nanaimo means more than recreational opportunities BY RACHEL STERN THE NEWS BULLETIN

healthy community isn’t just about going out and getting physical exercise. The arts and culture of a city also enhances people’s quality of life and is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle. The City of Nanaimo is currently revising its Cultural Plan and has been asking for public input into the process. The plan is also being shaped by a technical team of volunteers who have been involved in the arts and culture community for years. One of those volunteer members is Bruce Halliday, general manager of the Port Theatre. “It brings an insight and perspective unique to people who have made their career in the arts,” he said, about the volunteers on the team. “My goal is to ensure the cultural strategy is achievable and realistic and yet

represents long-term dreams. “But it’s also about ensuring the cultural strategy has some teeth. That it’s not just words on a page, and adopted meaningfully into the City of Nanaimo.” Halliday has been on the committee since the last cultural strategy was adopted and involved in the cultural community for the past 34 years. He said with changes to the global economy and community, the plan needs to be updated. “It’s very timely. Arts is definitely an economic driver in the community as Nanaimo and Vancouver Island moves from a resource economy to an intellectual of creative-based economy,” he said. Venues such as hockey rinks, museums, art galleries and the Port Theatre are all important places in the community, because it’s just as important to be able to access sports facilities and parks as arts and culture spots.

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Bruce Halliday, general manager of the Port Theatre, is a volunteer member of the City of Nanaimo’s cultural plan technical team, a group that advises on cultural activities. Halliday said arts and culture is an important part of creating healthy communities.

“All these things make up a healthy, full-enriched life where we can grow or kids and families can be creative,” he said. Halliday notes the city has adopted a cultural lens in everything it does,

using it in projects such as roadwork, enhancing buildings and enriching parks. The purpose is to see how to add more cultural significance to a project or public art. The more public input into the pro-

cess, the better the plan will be to meet the future needs of the community, said Halliday. Residents have a chance to give input into the plan and learn about building creative communities at two upcoming

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August 6, 1908 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; January 31, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Allan. Mary passed away peacefully at the age of 104 after living a full and wonderful life. Her kind and gentle nature touched the hearts of everyone she met. She was born in Yorkton, SK, where she taught elementary school and music. She moved to BC where she received her Bachelor of Social Work, and worked in that ďŹ eld until she retired. She married James Allan in 1959. They had many happy years together, before Jim passed away. Jim and Mary lived in Ladysmith before moving to Nanaimo, and had a wide circle of friends there. Mary lived her life with dignity, courage and incredible strength of character. She was a role model, independent in spirit, extremely intelligent, always positive and happy, with a wonderful sense of humour. She was truly an inspiration to all of us whose lives she touched. Left to remember her spirit, generosity and love are her cherished nieces and nephew: Betty Stein, David Larmour, Rosemary Godin, Heather Larmour, and many great nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the Management and Staff of Berwick for their kindness to Mary during her last few years. We also wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to John Hryhorka, her trusted and devoted friend, for his exceptional care and thoughtfulness. A celebration of Mary Allanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held, February 13, 2013 at 2:30pm at Berwick on the Lake, 3201 Ross Road, Nanaimo with Pastor Ernie Gray ofďŹ ciating. Condolences may be offered at telfordn@shaw.ca Telfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nanaimo 250-591-6644

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Born to Sam and Amela Dean in Nanaimo o December 15, 1921; passed away peacefully in h sleep on January 24, 2013. Jo was predeceased b her husband, Norm. She had a long career working as a legal assista at several law ďŹ rms. Jo leaves behind her cousin, Joyce (Jim) Robertso and family; Dean Cudmore and family; Mary an Bennie. She will also be greatly missed by goo friends Dinah and Pat Franklin (Vanessa, Gillian an Roger), and many friends and ex-co- workers. A private family service has been held. Sands â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Nanaimo (250)753-2032

March 8, 1938 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; January 28, 2013 Al was born in Kamloops to Robert and Ethel Taylor, moving to Nanaimo as a child. As a young man he spent 7 years in Powell River with his ďŹ rst wife, Margaret (Addison) and their children, before moving to Duncan in 1970. He passed away with his children at his side at the Lodge on 4th in Ladysmith. Predeceased by grandson, Matthew in 2011. He is survived by his brother, William (Bill) (Cathy) Nanaimo; his children: Kathleen (Gary) Miller, Allen (Diana), David (Barbara), Bill (Saraphene) and Janette; 12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Dad was a millwright by trade, trade working at various mills in B B.C. C before settling at Crofton, until his retirement. He enjoyed hunting, ďŹ shing and camping, later on taking up photography. He liked to travel and enjoyed many camping trips at Quadra Island with his family. Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daily routine included a trip to the coffee shop to visit friends. The family is extremely grateful to the staff at the Lodge for their exceptional care. They allowed Dad to keep his dignity, pride and sense of humor to the end. No service by request. Donations may be made, in Alâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name, to the Canadian Cancer Society or the SPCA. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com H.W. Wallace 250-701-0001

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GARNETT, Robert Thomas

September 19, 1950 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; February 1, 2013 It is with sadness we announce the unexpected passing of Bob Garnett, who died peacefully at home. He is survived by his brother, Ron (Bev), of Lethbridge, Alberta and three nephews. No service by request. To share memories, please visit Bobâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Memorial Page at www. sandsnanaimo.ca. Sands â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Nanaimo (250)753-2032

Herbert, Roland Ralph

Roland Herbert, of Nanaimo, BC. Born April 20, 1930 in Newbury, Berkshire England, died January 31, 2013. He is predeceased by his wife, Kathleen Herbert (nee Bellamy) in 1999. Survived by his sister, Megan Hayman (England; nephews, Gwyn and Roger Hayman (England); and great-nephews, Thomas and Simon Hayman (England). He will be deeply missed by his companion, Jean McCall of Nanaimo, BC. No service, by request. Donations may be made, in Ralphâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory, to the Nanaimo SPCA. Condolences may be offered at telfordn@shaw.ca.

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It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas Roy Campbell on February 1, 2013. Doug was born in Whitehorse, Yukon, on April 20, 1944 and was raised in Vancouver, B.C. Predeceased by his father Tommy, mother Dorothy and brother Edward, Doug resided in Nanaimo for most of his adult life. Doug will be greatly missed by his sons, Mark (Donna) Campbell, Edward (Pam) Egan, and Steven (Shirl) Podgornick; his ďŹ ve grandchildren; his former wife Lyn Campbell, and his many friends. His working years took him from gold dredging in the Yukon to Peru, S.A. and cities in between. In Nanaimo he was joint owner of Hollway Hi-Fi and TV and later became a realtor, working in both Nanaimo and Sidney, BC. After spending several years in Las Vegas, Doug returned to Nanaimo a few years ago to enjoy his retirement among his friends. In respect of Dougâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes, no service will be held. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations made to the Salvation Army would be appreciated.

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June 11, 1921 ~ January 27, 2013 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. Laurence is survived by his wife, Doreen; his son, Larry Garland (Patricia); his daughter, Diane Blackburn (Thomas); grandson, Ryan Blackburn (Claire); granddaughter, Lindsey Blackburn (Ryan); niece, Teresa Bell (Ken, and son Stephen); nephew, Peter Bosko; and cousins, Linda & Sandra. Laurence worked hard at every job he had. He served overseas with the RCAF during WW11 and enjoyed a lengthy retirement. He loved his garden and enjoyed many hours reading and travelling. He loved his family and we loved him. He will be missed and ever remembered. Our sincere thanks and appreciation go to Dr. R. Love, his physician of many years, and the staff at Wexford Creek Assisted Living Facility, whose outstanding care and support made it possible for Dad to fulﬁll his last wish and remain at home. No Service by request; a private family gathering will be held. First Memorial 250-754-8333

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

Small Island Painting

Interior ~ Exterior FREE ESTIMATES. (250) 667-1189

SPORTING GOODS

HAND CRAFTED ornamental weeping ďŹ g tree, 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; tall in pot, new, $15. (250)758-9447.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

VIOLIN SALE for Adults & children. Also, Cellos. Both very, very nice. Please call (250)701-2035.

FIREFLY

SNOWBOARD

Forum Bindings, Forum Boots (Sz 6). Brand New! Used twice on the Bunny Hill! $300 obo. Pls text 250-228-2218

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

WINDOWS

250-753-4208 PETS PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING in my home. No cages. 7day to long term stay. Limited space. 250-740-5554 PET SITTING in my home. Life experience with All animal types. ALL Furry animals, Fish & Reptiles welcome. Day/Night, Short/Long term, available anytime. Carrie 250668-4717 BCGirlsRock@hotmail.com. MUST be dog friendly.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS BACHELOR PAD 55+ Park: 980sq.ft. of total comfort. 2bdrms, 6 appliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, some furniture. Lrg covered deck, fruit trees, garden space. $79,500. Just move in!. (250)754-6436

SPACIOUS SINGLE family N. Nanaimo 3bdrm, 2bath, open ďŹ&#x201A;oor plan, family room. Updated kitch & bath, soaker tub, new roof. Near bus, ammenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. $280,000. 250-756-3593

APARTMENT/CONDOS

40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Citation park model in year round RV park in Parksville. Built on room & patio, carport & shed. Call 250-735-0239.

HOUSES FOR SALE

TOWNHOUSES

543 SEAWARD Way, Qualicum Beach, Almost 1400 sq.ft.,2 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 blocks to ocean. Bare land strata. Completely updated, Granite Countertops, Guest Ensuite, H/W ďŹ&#x201A;oors & much more. On site RV Parking Avail. Priced to sell. $345,900.00, Call Daniel at 250-752-5780.

PARKSVILLE, 2007, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Patio Home. 1426 sq.ft., Large yard & patio. #6 - 161 Shelly Rd. (Estuary Place). Call 250-951-0839

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

#101-550 BRADLEY St- 2 bdrms, $695. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

DUNCAN, 2 bed, 2 bath adult Condo, #3-370 Cairnsmore St. Level entry, patio, small pet ok. Newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. $146,000. (250)597-8070 BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY home in Boat Harbour area. A private natural, peaceful setting on 2.2 acres, bordering a creek and pond. Open ďŹ&#x201A;oor plan, vaulted ceilings. 2baths, 3bdrms, den, spacious decks, partial bsmnt, shop, RV prkng. $529,000. (250)722-2394

WOODEN TABLE, apt-sized, round, golden tone with 2 matching chairs, as new, $275. (250)752-1304.

PARKSVILLE, 264 Pioneer Cresc. Feb. 9th (9-1). Eagles Hall - Flea Market. 20+ tables.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

4-WHEEL SCOOTER Fortress 2000 series, complete with canopy & basket. Blue, very good condition $1500. obo. (250)740-2763. HONDA POWERED generator, EM5000, $800. 10â&#x20AC;? Dewalt 770 radio arm table saw, $75. Call 250)757-8724. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? LOG LATH, for making log homes or pillars, c/w industrial land lease. (250)743-3198 or 250-732-3239 LOG SHELLS for sale. Lathed logs, proďŹ led & notched to ďŹ t your plans. Ph. 250-732-3239 or 250-743-3198

2-BALL HITCH & Sway bar. $99. 1 (250)390-2057

NORDIC TRACK Tread Mill, LED display, 2.8hp motor, 8 programs, heart rate monitor, music port, 1 touch speed/incline, used 1/2 yr, mat. Bought $845, sell $350. Call (250)594-7480.

PLUMBING

FRIENDLY FRANK

LADYSMITH (Davis Rd area) near golf course, shopping, private, ocean/mtn views, 1100sq ft, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, 2 F/P, in-law suite. $275,000. Call (250)245-4155.

Call: 1-250-616-9053 www.webuyhomesbc.com

FURNITURE FUTON, NEAR New, double, dark wood frame, 8â&#x20AC;? mattress. New cost $1000. Will sell for $400. Phone (250)758-9654, Nanaimo.

40 years Experience

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

COURTENAY: WELL maintained 3 bed, 1.5 ba. New roof, G/H, f/p, w/s, garage, green house, fenced yrd. Close to park, suite potential. $249,900. 1-250-338-5479 (780 19th St).

Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sell? Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!

REAL ESTATE

GARAGE SALES

PLUMBING

WE BUY HOUSES

$217,000 BRECHIN Views Condo. Sunny all day. 2 bdrm, 2 full baths, in-suite lndry/sewing, gas FP, balcony. Small dog OK. Reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vendorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Disclosure Statement.â&#x20AC;? SPA arbitration initiated by owner settled when remedy sought granted by Council. Price reduced from $230,000 because SPA problems ongoing; new complaint lodged with FICOM. Strata managed by Ardent Properties Inc. under a nonexpiry contract. (250)327-4716

BRAND NEW, 417 Bruce Ave, Nanaimo, under 10yr warranty. 3bdrms +den up; 2bdrm legal suite down. Lndry both levels. $380,000. (250)751-5114

FOR SALE BY OWNER AMAZING GLACIER VIEW 2427 Lomond Place, East Courtenay. 2870 sqft, level entry walk out, 3bdrm, 3 bath. To see http://sandy tonnellier.blogspot.com Call 250-871-4826

APARTMENT/CONDO

1 & 2 BDRM (Hospital Area) Quiet building with security cameras. Free storage & parking. New balcony & paint. Avail Now & March. 1 From $575 - $770.

250-754-2936

BUSINESSES FOR SALE YARD MAINTENANCE Business $4900. Start your own business or grow your client base. Large client list and equipment. Call 250-751-1517

RENTALS

CAMPBELL RIVER Beautiful 1765sq ft. 3 bd/2 bth bungalow on cul-de-sac. Large entrance, fam. rm. sun rm, open liv/din rm, 3/4â&#x20AC;? oak ďŹ&#x201A;ooring, nicely landscaped, enclosed backyard, covered patio, sideyard RV parking with hookups, HEAT PUMP, 5 appls. $282,000.00. 250-923-7010

1360 GRAHAM Cres- 1 bdrm, $650 & 695. Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 205-99 CHAPEL Street- 1 bdrm, $875. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

DOWNTOWN PARKSVILLE Condo: 2bdrm, 2bath, underground parking, 55+ bldg. (250)248-4818

North Lantzville Estate Sale Virtual waterfront, 4bdrm, lvl entry, walkout bsmnt, panoramic view, high waterfront beach access, new roof, suite or B & B income potential, ample parking on 3/4 acre. Mins from Woodgrove. Pics on usednanaimo.com $524,900. Call 250-585-2620.

#307 3270 Ross Rd- 2 bdrm 1.5 bath, $800. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

OPEN HOUSE

301-1600 DUFFERIN Cres- 2 bdrm, $850. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

OPEN HOUSE

Monday, Feb. 11th, 1:00-3:00 pm Eagle Point Rancher

Sunday, Feb. 10th, 1:30-3:00 pm Old City Renovated $189,900

6041 Christopher Road. Immaculate! 1800 sq. ft.

327 Prideaux #202. Enter at front. Beautiful! Secured Entry. 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo with gas FP, Laundry room, storage. Updated with new paint, new kitchen cabinets, counters, laminate ďŹ&#x201A;oors, lights, 6 appliances, hot water tank, etc. Excellent area. No Rental or Age restrictions.

NUWAY PLUMBING Main water & sewer line replacements, hot water tanks, upgrades of old piping.

Call

BRUCE

250.802.7953

Features: 3 bdrm, 2 bath, large foyer with skylights, an open kitchen/family room, beautiful private back yard and patio with sprinkler. Wide hallways, over sized garage, soaker tub and large master bdrm.

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Saturday, February 9, 2013 Nanaimo News Bulletin

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT

OFFICE/RETAIL

SUITES, LOWER

CARS

WANT TO GET NOTICED? Prime retail/ofﬁce 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 ﬂooring, A/C

QUARTERWAY: 1BDRM adult oriented, includes lndry, basic TV, hydro, F/S, W/D. Furn, $800; unfurn $700. N/S, N/P. 250-753-0046

3-1691 & 3-1695 Boundary Ave- 2 bdrm, $650. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 3185 BARONS Rd- 1 & 2 bdrms, $695 & $750. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 412 BRUCE Ave1 & 2 bdrms, $695 & $750. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

Call 250-245-2277

BOWEN TERRACE- 1 bdrm, heat incld, sm pet ok. $675. Leave msg (250)245-8869.

NEAR VIU: Lrg bdrm, private bath, private ent., share kitchen/laundry. Suite student, young working person. Smoker friendly. Damage, cleaning dep. Ref’s. $420/mo. Call (250)754-8150.

ROOMS FOR RENT

Chemainus: Ashley Court. Ground ﬂr unit, 2 bdrm, 5 appliances. Small pet ok, avail. now. $775/mo 250-924-6966.

SEASONAL ACCOMMODATION

Chemainus: Lockwood Villa. Well kept bldg, ocean view, 1 bdrm Feb. 15th or Mar. 1st, $625 incl. heat & hot water, N/S, 1 sm pet welcome. 55+. Call Karen 250-709-2765, 250-246-1033. CLOSE TO Downtown. Large self contained studio $600. Small pet ok. 250-668-7462. COUNTRY CLUB area. Long Lake Manor, 3108 Barons Rd., 1 bdrm, close to bus & shopping, large private deck. Avail immed. Call (250)756-4862. DOWNTOWN: 2 bdrm Apt, balcony, secure prkg, quiet bldg, W/D, close to shopping and bus, NP/NS, no parties, refs, 1 yr lease, $800 + utils, avail Feb. 15. 250-756-0516.

HOSPITAL AREA 1 & 2 Bdrms, FREE Heat & H/W. Adult building, wheelchair access, security cameras. New carpet, windows and paint. Small pet OK. From $675 plus mo. Call 250-753-6656. HOSPITAL AREA- 1 bdrm $680. & $700. Heat, hot water included. Clean, quiet, well maintained building, close to amenities and bus route. NS/NP. Call onsite manager: 250-716-3305. Ladysmith: 1 & 2 bdrm suites from $700/mo incl. heat & hot water, ocean views, small pets ok. Ask about our incentives. 250-668-9086.

$449 CABO San Lucas, all inclusive Special! Stay 6 Days in a Luxury Beachfront Resort with Meals & Drinks! For $449! www.luxurycabo hotel.com 1-888-481-9660.

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SUITES, LOWER

#100-319 Selby Street

1091 SILVER Mountain Drive1 bdrm, $675 inclds hydro. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

MOBILE HOMES & PADS CEDAR: TRAILER, (large) 34 ft., very private 1.5 acres, near river, pets ok. Close to Hwy. N/S, no drinking. $800 mo + hydro. Call 250-734-1103

HOMES FOR RENT

3197 MEXICAN Rd- 3 bdrms, 2 bath, $1450. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

MODERN 2 BDRM near VIU. Laminate ﬂoor, new counter. Free heat. Bus stop in front. Avail now or March 1. $775 +. Please call (250)754-4605.

331 APPLEWOOD Cres Nanaimo 2yr old 1700 sqft home avail March 1st - 3bdr/3bath $1500/mo + utilities. N/s - pets neg. 250-667-5732

NANAIMO: 1275 Dufferin Cres Renovated 2 Bdrm from $750/mth. Call 250-754-5412

3372 STEPHENSON Point Rd- 3 bdrm, 3 bath, $2200. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

NORTH NANAIMO 3rd ﬂoor, 2bd., 5 appliances. NP/NS. March 1. $975. 250-729-3838 UNIVERSITY AREA- 1 Bdrm $650+ hydro, small building, cat considered. 1 month free. Call Steve, 250-667-3009.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES 1-BDRM, FULL bath. F/S, W/D - very private. Close to Rutherford Rd - No pets, no smoking. Clean, bright unit. Avail immed. (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, hrdwood ﬂrs, near golf course & schools, sundeck, fenced yrd, storage. NS/NP. Refs req’d. $1100 mo. Avail now. 250-758-9548.

928 TOWNSITE Rd- 3 bdrms, 2 bath, $1350. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com CEDAR AREA: Fully reno’d 2 bdrm home with fully reno’d 1 bdrm suite. Sep. entrances. Shared laundry. $1600/mo. Avail. Mar. 1st. N/S, pets nego. Call (604)789-8242. CHASE RIVER area: Small 2bdrm house, clean, quiet. Located in 55+, close to all amens, $575 (250)753-2185.

CENTRAL NANAIMO- Large 2 bdrm lower suite. Own entrance. $950 inclds utils. Large yard. NP/NS. Available now. Call (250)802-0436. CINNIBAR VALLEY 2-bdrm, 4 appls. N/S, small pet. Parking. Refs. $850. inclds utils/internet Avail. immed. (250)740-0045 or (250)713-1314 College Heights 1 BDRM FURN QUIET BSMT SUITE. NEAR VIU. $600 includes utilities. 250-591-0618

DEPARTURE BAYbright 750sq ft 1 bdrm in quiet home, lrg kitchen/bath, no tub/laundry, outside smoking, small pet neg. $675 all inclusive. (250)739-9051. HORSESHOE BAY, fully furn suite, $1200 incls prkg & utils, yard, 2 min walk to ferry & bus. Avail now. 778-898-4263. HUGE 3-BDRM. Newer ﬂoors & paint. Private ground level entrance. Fireplace, in suite laundry, carport, fenced yard. Near VIU & schools. March 1. $900 mo. (250)741-4516.

NANAIMO: 1 bdrm ground level, private entrance near VIU. Avail. now. NP/NS. Ref’s req’d. Call (250)751-4791.

N Nanaimo: Carrington, newer 1bdrm furn. Sep. entry, F/S, Washer, full bath, $700 incl. utils & internet. N/S, N/P. Feb 1st - June 30. (250)751-0015

NANAIMO- 3 bdrm home, with 1 bdrm suite, $1600 will rent separately. Call 250-7166811, 250-753-4749.

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CARS

N. NANAIMO- “waterfront” (close to Woodgrove). Furn’d 1 large Master bdrm, N/S. Quiet & clean. Refs. $785 incls utils. 250-390-1805, 250-616-2906. DEPARTURE BAY: 2 bdrm, patio, bright, gas F/P, parking, NS/NP. Avail March. 1. $950 util’s incld’d. (250)729-9155. OCEAN VIEW, lvl entry suite avail immed, North End on quiet St. Completely self contained. Lrg 1 bdrm w/ laundry. All util’s incl’d. NS/NP, Ref’s req’d. $800. 250-751-2557.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

2003 REXAIR CLASS A, 29 ft motor home. Excellent condition. Low mileage. Unique kitchen w/Corian countertops, Garage kept. Tow package & generator, N/P/N/S. $44,900. (250) 746-7808 2003 REX Air Motor Home. Well maintained, Class A, 29ft, as new. V10 motor, low mileage, garage kept. N/S and N/P $44,900. 1-250-743-7808

2006 20’ Adventure 80,000k. Immaculate condition, lot’s of extras. $30,000 O.B.O Please call 250-338-8206 READY TO go south! 1996 Sportsmaster 5th Wheel, 23.7 ft, excellent condition with 1988 GMC 2500 Pickup; all maintenance records; $8,500. obo. Lorne, Parksville BC. Call 250-954-0511.

Sunday

Thursday

MILLSTONE ESTATE Winery hosts Music and Wine Sunday beginning at 3 p.m. at 2300 East Wellington Rd. Food, live music, open mike. Everybody welcome. 250-7163549 for details.

NANOOSE NATURALISTS meet 7 p.m., Nanoose Library Hall. Andy MacKinnon, coauthor of Native Plants of B.C. speaks on alpine plants of B.C. Call 250-468-9167.

Tuesday NANAIMO FAMILY Life Association, 1070 Townsite Rd., hosts a managing anger workshop from 6-9 p.m. Register at 250-7543331 ext. 716. B.C. GOVERNMENT Retired Employees Association hosts its monthly meeting at the Unitarian Fellowship Hall, 595 Townsite Rd., beginning at 1:30 p.m. Guest speaker Jane Lewis from VIHA will discuss home care services. 250-7223742. NANAIMO POWER and Sail Squadron hosts its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. at the Nanaimo Yacht Club, 400 Newcastle Ave. Everyone welcome. 250-758-7276 for details. NANAIMO NEWCOMERS Club for women meets 7 p.m., Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 4235 Departure Bay Rd.

Wednesday

‘06 Chrysler Sebring Touring Sedan. Just inspected; passed all categories. 2.7L V6, PW/PL, sunroof, fog lamps, A/C, snow tires all around, Satin jade colour 173,000 km. $4000. Call (250)715-1236.

1997 CLASS C 24’ Slumber Queen, great ﬂoor plan, 109,000km, new tires, NP/NS. Well maintained, kept under cover, set up to tow. $16,500. Call for info; (250)746-7808

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

1988 CHEVY Caprice Classic, low mileage, 1 owner. $2250. Glass top Kenmore stove, white, $225. Both very nice. Please call (250)701-2035. 1993 Ford Explorer 326,914 K’s, 4 door, Greenish Blue, runs great, needs rear tires, Tranny slips a little. $1000 obo. Call 250-954-3372

NANAIMO- 1 BDRM suite, self-contained, $600. Call 250-716-6811, 250-753-4749. N. NANAIMO, 2 bdrm, close to North Town Centre, W/D, refs req’d, N/S, N/P, $900 mo utils incl’d, avail now. Call 250390-4692 or 250-618-1893.

2008 PONTIAC Torrent GXP, 110,000 KMS, all wheel drive, 6 speed automatic, power everything, heated leather, sunroof, bumper to bumper warranty. Fully loaded, asking $17,995 obo. (250)897-1266 or (250)897-2047.

#12-1600 Morey Rd- 3 bdrms, $850. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

COLLEGE HEIGHTS: 3 stories, 6bdrm, 6baths, 3 living rooms, 3 kitchens, double garage. Great views. Avail. March 1st. 250-753-0160

C. NANAIMO, 3 bdrm, 1 bath home w/ private fenced backyard, close to schools, parks & hospital, N/S, no partiers, $1300, Mar. 1. 250-816-2800.

NANAIMO: 1 Bdrm sxs Duplex. Self-contained, W/D, priv yrd, garden shed. Walk to shops, beach, bus. Refs. Feb. 1. $650+ utils. No partiers, N/S, cat ok? (250)751-4525.

#10-1406 JinglePot Road. 1 bdrm, $875. Ardent Properties w w w. a r d e n t p r o p e r t i e s. c o m (250) 753-0881

AUTO FINANCING

CEDAR: 10 min drive to Nanaimo and VIU. Fully furnished ground level 2 bdrm suite, 4 appl’s. Short term lease avail. NP/NS, seniors friendly. Call (250)722-7273.

LUXURIOUS 2BDRM, downtown condo. Ocean view. HW ﬂoors. Free WiFi. N/S, N/P. $900. 1 (250)754-2207

TOWNHOUSES

6583 JENKINS Rd- 3 bdrms, +den, 3 bath, $1195. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

1713 MOSSY Rd- 4 bdrms, 3 bath, $1550. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 2959 NEYLAND Rd- 4 bdrms, 2.5 bath, $1595. Call Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

NANAIMO- (close to University) 2 bdrm upper in newer home, 5 appls. $1000 inclds utils. NS/NP. Avail Mar 1. (250)739-1071.

TRANSPORTATION

931 SPRING- 1 bdrm, $650 inclds hydro. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

2007 PONTIAC G5, 4 dr., 1.8L, 4 cyl, auto, p.s., p.b., radio/CD. good on gas. 60/40 backseat, 75,000 km, $5995. Must Sell! (250)597-1092

HOSPITAL AREA. 3 bdrm, 2 bath. N/S, N/P. $1100./mo + utils. Feb.1. Call 250-756-6172 or 250-619-5446 after 5pm.

1-BDRM NEWLY reno’d. Quiet, clean. $725. inclds utils. near VIU. Mar.1.250-591-1969

1675 KING JOHN Way- 3 bdrms, 3 bath, $1875. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

301 WOODHAVEN- 4 bdrms, 3 bath, $1875. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

NANAIMO DOWNTOWN 3 bdrm,1.5 bath, on-site laundry. NS/NP. $900. 250-754-1547.

DEPARTURE BAY, lrg room; shared kitchen, bath, laundry. Cable, hydro, prkg incl. N/S Close to bus. $450/mo. (250)760-0842 Avail. immed.

or call 753-8200

LONG LAKE MANOR, 3108 Barons Rd. 1 bdrm, close to all amenities. 250-751-134.

NANAIMO- CLEAN, quiet 1 bdrm suites. Available Feb & March. 1. Hot water included, on bus route. $535/mo. 1 year signed lease required, references & credit check required. Please call 250-754-8411.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

359 APPLEWOOD Crescent3 bdrm, 2 bath, $1095. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

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UPLANDS lrg 1 bdrm, NS/NP. $675+ 1/3 utils, inclds internet+ cable. 250-585-7613.

SUITES, UPPER

1992 Crown Victoria 123,000 miles, unsurpassed for comfort, safety and reliability. Asking $1800. Please call 250-331-0361

2005 CHEVY Trail Blazer LS Exc cond. 103,000km’s, 6cyl auto, air, cruise, privacy glass, many extras. $9,995. 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.

TRUCKS & VANS

1989 NISSAN Pick-Up $3,100. 4-cyl, standard, great on gas, great cond. Full spare and cab, 177,000km. Maintenance records. (250)713-5264 2001 CHEVY 3/4 Ton Van, low mileage, good shape. $3,500. Phone (250)714-2804

WHERE BUYERS AND SELLERS MEET

WOODGROVE TOASTMASTERS hosts its Valentine’s open house for people interested in learning to love how to communicate. 7:15 a.m. at 101-5070 Uplands Dr. (Investors Group). 250-756-2903 or 250-729-9148 for details. WEDNESDAY MORNING Coffee Break, featuring live music by Willie Thrasher and Linda Saddleback, takes place from 10-11:30 a.m. at 311 Fitzwilliam St. Everybody welcome. HEART AND Stroke beer and burger night, 6:30 p.m., Foundry Pub, 125 Comox Rd. E-mail annieliu5@hotmail. com for more info. NANAIMO HORTICULTURAL Society meeting 7:30 p.m. Brechin United Church, 1988 Estevan Rd. Guest speaker Robin Sturley, owner of Edible Earth Seeds in Duncan.

Friday SPAGHETTI SUPPER, hosted by Trinity United Church at 6234 Spartan Rd., begins at 5 p.m. Adults $10, youth $5. CREATION VERSUS Evolution three-day seminar with George Hilton. 7 p.m,, Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2400 Highland Blvd. 250-758-1334.

Ongoing PARADISE ISLE Seniors’ Drop-in Centre hosts pool and cribbage tournaments with soup and sandwich, noon Tuesdays and Thursdays at 201 Albert St. For details call 250-754-9566. ENNEAGRAM DISCUSSION group, encouraging interested people to discover your type and grow with it, takes place weekly. For time and location, phone 250-390-3039 between 6-10 p.m. SPANISH CONVERSATION Club hosts its regular meeting from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Harbourfront Library. Practice your Spanish in a friendly environment. Call 250-753-1154 ext. 238 or e-mail ref@ virl.bc.ca to register. MORRELL NATURE Sanctuary is looking for volunteers interested in nature and leading elementary school groups to explore the forest setting. Training provided. 250-7535811 or e-mail morrell@shawbiz.ca. NANAIMO DOLL Club meets one Tuesday each month to discuss collecting, costuming and study. All are welcome. E-mail NanaimoDollClub@shaw.ca for location. NANAIMO GLAD and Dahlia Society meets at 7 p.m. at the Paine Horticultural Centre on East Wellington Road on the first Tuesday of each month. All are welcome. For details phone 250-722-2109.

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sports Consistent centre leading way 20-year-old Fraser the scoring leader of BCHL’s Clippers

BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

here isn’t a lot of razzle-dazzle to Greg Fraser’s game, but nevertheless, he’s caught the eye of the B.C. Hockey League. Fraser is the BCHL Player of the Week after a pair of two-point games in the Interior helped his Nanaimo Clippers earn back-toback wins. “It’s nice that he’s gotten recognized with that honour…” said Mike Vandekamp, Clippers coach. “He’s been a good, consistent player. I’m not sure if this week was any better than some of the other weeks he’s had.” The four points boosted Fraser into the team scoring lead, with 14 goals and 31 assists for 45 points in 42 games. “It’s always nice to be part of a goal. It’s who you play with,” he said. “You need guys who can put the puck in the net when you’re an assist guy … I’ve been lucky enough to play with those type of guys and it’s been working out for me this year.” He was part of Nanaimo’s top scoring line earlier in the season with Kyle Kramer and Michael McNicholas, but the lines have been shaken up with the team’s spate of injuries and now Fraser is finding chemistry with Matt

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Nanaimo Clippers forward Greg Fraser gets between two Cowichan Valley Capitals during a game earlier this season at Frank Crane Arena. Fraser was named last week’s B.C. Hockey League Player of the Week.

Grant and Mason Mitchell. “We haven’t been trying to over-complicate anything and we’ve been working well together,” Fraser said. The 20-year-old from Nanaimo chose to come home for his last year of junior after four seasons with the Prince George Cougars. The 6-foot-1, 180-pound centre wasn’t a front-line offensive player in the WHL, with a career-best 17 goals and 29 points in 2010-11, but Vandekamp said he knew Fraser had good offensive talent. “It comes down to the amount of opportunity that he was given and

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The Nanaimo Buccaneers made their inaugural season a banner year. The city’s Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League team clinched first place in the North Island Division with a 6-2 win Thursday against the Westshore Wolves at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. “We got into a rhythm, I thought,” said Brad Knight, Bucs coach. “We played really well – you could see it breaking open.” Beau Blanaru scored the first two goals of the game, Riel Gibson finished off a pretty passing play for the game winner, and then Will McNamara went to work, scoring three goals including two on breakaways. The game was notable for a line brawl with two minutes left that featured a goalie fight between the Bucs’ Cam Large and the Wolves’ Alec Dillon. After the gloves and sticks were picked up off the ice and the penalties doled out, the teams finished the game without incident and the Bucs got to celebrate a division title. “It’s awesome. A lot of people doubted us, a firstyear team coming into the league…” McNamara said. “We can beat the best teams. We clinched first in the [division] and we’re a new team – that says a lot for us.” ICE CHIPS … For an expanded version of this article, with links to fight photos, visit www.nanai mobulletin.com/sports.

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Saturday, February 9, 2013 Nanaimo News Bulletin

Davis Road, Rock City win bowl games the coaching for the second-place Cinnabar Valley squad. Players from that school were Brooks Branchi, Jayden Duns, Clayton White, Jakob Sutton, Zach Blanchard, Cohen Inglis, Trey Morrison, Cody McVie, Dominic Boar, Luke Schlitz, Chayton Henriques, Colby Day, Kyan Leduc and Devon Scott. Hammond Bay took third place in the district playoffs for large schools. Team members from that school were Matthew Coburn, Jackson Dean, Jacob Erickson, Liam Foster, Elijah Kellam, Brandon Kossey, Jaden Little, Liam Manney and Mattias Stochmal. Coach for the boys was Terry Kellam, with Francine John the team sponsor. In fourth place came the Georgia Avenue football team coached by Jeff Buck, consisting of players Ayden Walkosky, Juan Rubiano, Josh Parkin, Sebastien Guillemette, Antonio Mitchell, Karan Janjua and Jason Pindar. Whatever your sport, a reminder in closing to play your hardest, play fair, and show good sportsmanship. ◆ Ian Thorpe writes about sports Saturdays.

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