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Fish tales Faculty and students at VIU’s research facility move sturgeon to new tank for further study BY CHRIS BUSH THE NEWS BULLETIN

Tyra – named after supermodel Tyra Banks – isn’t exactly what you’d call runway material, unless that is, you happen to be a male sturgeon. She and her two pool buddies Angie, named for Angelina Jolie, and Dottie, because she has a beauty mark, were moved from a pool under an old greenhouse, where they’ve been since about 1988, to a holding tank in Vancouver Island University’s new International Centre for Sturgeon Studies building Wednesday. The centre opened in October 2011 and has a state-of-the-art freshwater closed containment recirculation system. Populations of smaller fish under study have already been moved there. It’s never polite to ask a woman’s age or weight, but it might be worth mentioning that Tyra, estimated at 40, is about the same age as her namesake. Each of the three fish tilt the scales at about 91 kilograms and are about 2.5 metres long. Dottie is pregnant with a belly full of roe, by the way. None of the media and guests invited to witness the move thought to ask how that happens in a tank full of females, but she’ll likely spawn in June. Moving these big gals took a sizable complement of fisheries and aquaculture students and staff to wrangle each fish into a litter, sedate them, check

Gord Edmonson, left, Vancouver Island University fisheries and aquaculture technician, and students go through the process of sedating Tyra, one of three female sturgeons moved to their new holding tank at VIU’s International Centre for Sturgeon Studies. CHRIS BUSH THE NEWS BULLETIN

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Police investigate city’s second murder of year BY CHRIS BUSH THE NEWS BULLETIN

Nanaimo RCMP is investigating the city’s second murder of 2013. Few details have been released about the incident, which happened at the Pine Ridge Village apartment complex at 3250 Rock City Rd. Wednesday evening. Police were called by a 27-year-old man who they said was “experiencing an unknown problem.” Upon entering his apartment they found a man deceased. “We took a man into custody at about 7 p.m. last night at Rock City Road in connection to the death of another male,” said Const. Gary O’Brien, Nanaimo RCMP spokesman. “A male died – unknown cause of death at this point.” O’Brien said police suspect the deceased male and the man taken into custody are relatives, but have not determined exact details of their relationship. At least one of the men is believed to have resided in the apartment. Nanaimo RCMP serious crime and forensics units were still examining the scene of the incident Thursday morning. The scene remained under police control for most of the day. The apartment complex consists of four large three-storey buildings constructed in the 1970s. O’Brien said the complex is not a problem area and is well run and well maintained. RCMP Supt. Norm McPhail confirmed the death was a murder Thursday afternoon. “The case is well under investigation,” McPhail said. “The accused, a 27-year-old male, is being brought before the courts as we speak and mental health on his part is an aspect of the investigation and will be under consideration by the court.” The case is Nanaimo’s second murder of 2013 following the stabbing death of a man at King Arthur’s Court townhouse complex on Fifth Street in Harewood Jan. 13. photos@nanaimobulletin.com

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New logo highlights city’s goals BY TOBY GORMAN THE NEWS BULLETIN

Infinite possibilities. That’s the message the Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation will distribute to potential investors and tourist markets as the city opens its doors even wider to attract business and investment. NEDC launched its new brand Thursday at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre in front of more than 100 dignitaries, business leaders and media. At the same time, it also flicked the switch on a slick new website at www.investnanaimo. com and three new YouTube marketing videos highlighting all Nanaimo has to offer. Created by Nanaimo’s Impact Visual Communications, the $27,400 brand features the word ‘Nanaimo’ in a simple font, with a colourful swatch of six symbols perched above the ‘o’. The first symbol is a

green leaf, representing clean technology, ecotourism, the environment and aboriginal heritage. The second symbol is a magenta house, representing community, hospitality and lifestyle, while a gold star symbolizes arts, culture and sport tourism. A red square highlights industry, investment and retail; a purple cap stands for education and a skilled workforce, while a blue sail speaks to the city’s marine activity, harbour and nearby islands. Sasha Angus, CEO at economic development, said the new brand and logo will give Nanaimo a recognizable identity in a tough business environment. “Many communities are vying to attract new economic opportunities in an incredibly competitive field,” he said. “We needed a strong and distinct brand for our region. The ‘infinite possibilities’ positioning provides

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excellent applications for both economic development and tourism.” An added advantage to the design allows staff to appeal specifically to individual investors. For example, if hosting a clean technology company interested in investing in Nanaimo, the green leaf can be isolated to appeal to the investor’s specific interests and philosophy. The organization’s old logo was a blue rectangular box with ‘NEDC’ printed inside.

Nanaimo Mayor John Ruttan, who was the driving force behind creating the corporation in his first term, said the launch represents a more positive economic vibe for the city after years of struggling in the recession. “As I say, you can only be sad for so long, at some point things have to get better and people are starting to feel upbeat, they’re looking at new ventures and new ideas,” he said. A.J. Hustins, board

chairman of NEDC, said establishing the corporation’s new identity began at the launch. “We’ve got a strategy put together for a marketing plan and within the next few days you’ll be seeing this everywhere.” The roll out is expected to cost up to $10,000. Mike Thompson, president of Impact Visual Communications, said it took his team about eight weeks – a short time in the world of brand creation – to establish an idea that would work. “We went through several ideas before landing on this one, but the whole brand, our final result, was driven by the community,” said Thompson. “A lot of chatting with people, a lot of meeting with people, a lot of focus groups, and it all ended up pointing right to this plan and we’re very happy with it and we feel it represents the community’s personality.” reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

Nanaimo loses tax revenue in ferry terminal assessment BY TOBY GORMAN THE NEWS BULLETIN

Nanaimo will lose $150,000 in total tax revenue from its three B.C. Ferry terminals after the provincial government stepped in to resolve a property assessment dispute between the ferry corporation and B.C. Assessment. In 2010, B.C. Ferries appealed the $47 million assessment given by B.C. Assessment for its Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal. Late last year, the Property Assessment appeal board reduced the value of that property to just $20, saying the lease requires the property to be a ferry terminal, and because B.C. Ferries is losing money, a market-based approach suggests the property is virtually worthless. If that decision had held, the City of West Vancouver would have had to pay B.C. Ferries back about $750,000 while losing the property from its tax base.

T h at d e c i s i o n , h oweve r, prompted B.C. Ferries to appeal its other 48 ferry terminals in the province by the Jan. 31 deadline, including Nanaimo’s Duke Point and Departure Bay terminals, as well as the downtown terminal on the Gabriola Island route. If a similar decision was reached, Nanaimo would have lost $1.2 million in tax revenue, prompting Mayor John Ruttan and other mayors whose municipalities host ferry terminals to approach the province for a reasonable resolution. On Thursday, Bill Bennett, minister of community, sport and cultural development, announced the province had encouraged a deal between B.C. Ferries and B.C. Assessment that would see value in B.C. Ferry terminals be reduced by as little as 12 per cent in Richmond to as much as 22.1 per cent in Nanaimo. “The appeal board decision directing B.C. Assessment to value the Horseshoe Bay terminal

at $20 was simply not reasonable or fair to local taxpayers,” said Bennett. “I asked the parties to enter into discussions and agree to a fair assessment level that made sense. I am pleased with the agreement and appreciate the efforts by everyone involved.” Overall, B.C. Ferries will see about $1 million in total tax relief for all of its terminal properties for the length of the five-year agreement. “We view this as a positive outcome for all parties involved,” said Deborah Marshall, B.C. Ferries spokeswoman. “All along we’ve stated we want to pay fair and reasonable property taxes throughout our service areas and we see this as a positive step. It also helps with predictability and helps mitigate fare increases.” B.C Ferries claims its property taxes have risen from $1.3 million in 2003 to $5.2 million last year. Prior to Thursday’s agreement, Nanaimo’s three ferry termi-

nals were valued at $50.1 million. The adjusted taxable value is now $39.6 million, meaning Nanaimo will take a tax revenue hit of $150,686, the highest of any municipality. The Horseshoe Bay terminal is once again assessed at $47.8 million, down from $54.6 million, which means the City of West Vancouver will lose $32,221 annually in taxes. The municipality that takes the second biggest hit is Delta, which will lose $133,426. Ruttan said while not ideal, the resolution provides certainty. “We didn’t have much of a choice in this really, and I’m not entirely satisfied but at the same time it’s important to note, in my opinion, it’s fair and equitable,” he said. “But it’s still a lot of money and we obviously didn’t budget for this and we had no way of knowing in advance this was happening, and we’ll have to make up for it somewhere.” reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

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◆ From /1 These fish don’t thrash around violently like a trout. Instead they quickly swing their big tails – something one doesn’t want to be in the path of, these are very strong, massive animals – in wide, steady arcs to let their handlers know they’re not happy. The movement looks almost crocodilian. “They even have a death roll,” Edmonson said. Sturgeon are the largest freshwater fish in North America. Edmonson said the move was a good opportunity to involve students and train them in fish handling techniques. It’s not every day one gets close to such a large fish, especially a living fossil. There’s something uniquely fascinating, even endearing, about them. VIU has been involved in sturgeon research since the 1980s. It is the only academic institution in western Canada to have captive white sturgeon brood stock. Some sturgeon at VIU were rescued from backyard ponds. Tyra spent the first 13 years of her life in one. It’s illegal to keep sturgeon without special permits. “We acquired two others from the Freshwater Fisheries Society,” Edmonson said. “They’d been taken from poachers about 22 years ago.” VIU researchers successfully conducted the first captive spawning of Fraser River white sturgeon in 1991. VIU provided fertilized eggs and fry for the start-up of Target Marine Hatcheries, B.C.’s only commercial white sturgeon culture operation in Sechelt, B.C., in 2000, 2001 and 2004. The company started harvesting caviar and sturgeon meat in 2011. It took about an hour for the students and staff to have Tyra, Angie and Dottie swimming around in their new home, not far from several smaller tanks teaming with hundreds of their offspring. “For years, we have housed our eight sturgeon brood stock – fish old enough to spawn – in tanks located inside an old greenhouse,” said Don Tillapaugh, centre director. “The ICSS provides a better, safer and more secure home for the fish in a state-of-the-art facility.” photos@nanaimobulletin.com

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School earns Trial date set for accused in first-degree murder case in 2010 killing grant for instruments BY JENN MCGARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN

The sound of music will be alive and well at Park Avenue Elementary School for at least the next few years after the school won a $10,000 grant to buy instruments this week. MusiCounts, a Canadian charity devoted to helping keep music alive in schools, announced Tuesday that the Nanaimo school would receive a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Band Aidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; grant to bring instruments and other necessities to its music program. Music teacher Hugh Middleton started a band program at the school last fall with a combination of donated, borrowed and rented instruments. His goal was to create an inventory of instruments for students to use, while setting aside a pot of money to maintain those instruments, so that the program will continue when families donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the money to buy or rent instruments. With the grant money he hopes to buy about a dozen instruments and some more music stands, and set some money aside for repairs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think it will really help keep our program going for three or four years,â&#x20AC;? said Middleton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just absolutely fantastic.â&#x20AC;? Since word spread last fall that he was looking for help, Middleton has received more than 30 donated instruments, including guitars, which he is using for an after school rock club for students.

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RC M P C o n s t . D av i d Pompeo has been found guilty of aggravated assault in the September 2009 shooting of Bill Gillespie. Judge Josiah Wood pronounced judgement swiftly on the former North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP officer, now with the Nanaimo detachment, and without explanation Thursday morning in Duncan Provincial Court. “I find you guilty, sir,’’ said Wood to a few gasps from those assembled in the courtroom. “I didn’t see that coming,’’ one officer, who attended the proceedings, said outside the courtroom. Gillespie was elated with the verdict. “I am very pleased that Judge Wood did not believe

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Scrutiny good for education Want to rile up a teacher? Raise the issue of the Foundation Skills Assessment tests. B.C. Education Minister Don McRae was in Parksville recently and was asked about the FSAs. He said all the right things (“It’s a snapshot of that day”), unless you wanted to hear him say FSAs should be immediately abolished. Student assessment is a tricky piece of business. The real issues centre around accountability. This may be a generalization, but from what teachers and their professional association have said over the years, exercises in accountability are misguided and should be left to educators with little or no public exposure. That’s not good enough. Unless a school operates with 100 per cent private funding, the nature of taxpayer-funded entities dictates some kind of bang-for-the-buck scrutiny by those not directly involved in the day-today spending of those public dollars. Assessing schools, students and teachers is not a cut-and-dried exercise, however. Schools in neighbourhoods where the children barely get enough to eat, where they go home to witness or fall victim to abuse or are surrounded by constant drinking and drug use, are not always going to do well when it comes to raw test results. So, what’s the answer? Teachers believe the general public should just leave it to them. Some in government and institutes suggest employment future for a teacher should be tied to student achievement numbers. Something in the middle would be best. Taxpayers have a right to data on how effectively their money is being spent. Instead of shunning all publicly-released assessment models, teachers and their professional association need to come up with a middle-ground solution to satisfy their concerns and the legitimate accountability requests of the taxpayer. 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

Logos a first step to city’s identity We’re putting a big emphasis would magically solve all the on logos here in Nanaimo lately. city’s issues with industry, Nanaimo school district took employment and development. a severe throttling from parents In reality, it’s just a thumbnail and residents for farming out graphic on letterhead. its search for a new logo and We put too much hope in it, brand to a Vancouver-based thinking a logo will suddenly company. be the magic bullet that will Not only that, but it spent bring economic prosperity to about $24,000 to do so, which is Nanaimo, or suddenly attract a hard sell when eduenough money to fully cation is chronically provide for the special EDITOR’S underfunded. needs of students in NOTEBOOK Nanaimo Economic the district. Development When it doesn’t, or Melissa Fryer Corporation spent we are underwhelmed Managing Editor roughly the same by the end result, we amount for its new consider the logo a logo, unveiled earlier waste of money. this week. But the logo is the It features the city’s first step in establishname prominently, ing a brand. It’s a conwith a graphic detail versation starter for representative of the residents to ask: what pillars in the city’s are we about? strategic plan. At first glance, I Las Vegas is a city with a thought they were fireworks. brand, probably the most recI didn’t mind either logo, ognizable in the world. Sin City, although neither really stood while it’s tried to reform its out as a groundbreaking image in recent years, boasts achievement. of debauchery and excess – the But, then again, I liked place where people go to let off the inukshuk logo from the steam, party like a rockstar, all Vancouver 2010 Olympics – with the understanding that and I seemed to be in the vast what happens there, stays there. minority. It’s not just large cities that Perhaps my taste in art is establish identity. severely lacking. Or it’s too It’s clear what comes to mind refined. when you think of Nelson, B.C., It’s actually my expectations which is vastly different from from both these exercises that my hometown just an hour put the project out of perspecdown the road. tive and had me anticipating A roughneck industrial town, an astounding work of art that Trail makes absolutely no apol-

ogies for being exactly what it is. I’m not suggesting that Nanaimo become Las Vegas north, and I’m reminded regularly how much higher in the standings the Clippers rank over the Smoke Eaters. But perhaps a city of love? The Paris of North America? We already rank in the top 10 for purchasing romantic DVDs, CDs and books, and a dozen places easily come to mind for a sunset stroll. Nanaimo is no longer a coal town, or a logging town and it’s exciting to think that the folks who live here now get to shape the future for this city, one of the oldest in the province. Are we a retirement community? A suburb of Vancouver (or Calgary)? A university town? Do we want to cater to artists, providing grant money and facilities to foster creativity? Are we technologically innovative, or do we want to focus on attracting any and all business to the city? All these questions will probably be answered in due time as the conversations start and the work continues. They will be answered by the people who live and work here, and those attracted to all the city has to offer. I’d like to see what Nanaimo’s logo looks like when that happens. editor@nanaimobulletin.com

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To the Editor, Re: UN report confirms toll on Palestinians, Letters, Feb. 12. No longer having any confidence in what the United Nations produces, I would have ignored the reference letter as just more proArab/anti-Jewish propaganda. But then I got to the mendacious paragraph about how Canada “continues to support this ‘illegal’ regime,” etc. Illegal regime? The modern state of Israel was established as a Jewish homeland in 1948 on land that was at that time part of the British mandated territory of Palestine. The UN, back when it still had credibility, had voted for it in 1947. Having to repulse attacks by surrounding Arab states in 1948, 1956, 1967 and 1973 resulted in Israeli occupation, obviously for their own protection, of east Jerusalem, the West Bank, the Gaza Strip and the Golan Heights. An agreement for limited Palestinian autonomy in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip was signed by Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization in 1993. Israeli troops and settlers were withdrawn from the Gaza Strip which was then occupied by the extremist group Hezbollah. Rather than bothering to maintain the infrastructure left by the Israelis, that group proceeded to fire Iranian missiles into Israel, which was put up with for some time before retaliation ensued. What surprisingly gets overlooked by many, even in this country, is the fact that Jewish history in the Middle East goes back just as far as that of Arabs. So why shouldn’t they have their own homeland over there? If Palestinian Arabs were really interested in peace, they would recognize Israel’s right to exist. Then discussions could start on borders for a Palestinian state that currently doesn’t exist. Jim Corder Nanaimo

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To the Editor, I started up my car to do some shopping and noticed my gas was getting low. I went to the Co-op and the sign said $1.29 per litre. So I drove to Ladysmith where the price is $1.08/litre. Don Porter Nanaimo

Liberals alter process To the Editor, Does no one else have a problem with B.C. Premier Christy Clark presenting her 10-year deal hours before a legitimately ratified deal is reached between the B.C. Teachers’ Federation and the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association? It appears the BCPSEA were not taking her calls that week and she had to reach out to her friends in the media. I am once again appalled at the lack of conversation on this issue by our mainstream media. If this does not smack of government attempting to influence and alter a process that was clearly well under

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way and handled in a democratic manner, what does? Shame on radio stations and television reporters for sitting back comfortably on their couches, reading carefully scripted memos provided by Liberal Party funds rather than reporting on this type of practice that has become signature of our current government. Ironically, it would appear that the only way we are going to once again have real reporting in British Columbia is to elect an NDP government. Wendy deGroot Nanaimo

Time to fix First Nation issue To the Editor, Re: First Nations received more than benefits from colonizers, Letters, Jan. 29. I agree many injustices were done to the First Nations. But, where does the turmoil stop? When will First Nations leadership get concrete, final proposals that will stop the financial bleeding that is taking place now? Hundreds of millions of dollars given to First Nations people over the years have simply disappeared. In many cases there is little infrastructure, job creation, education, policing of miscreants, and accountability. As a matter of fact, when accountability is brought up, it is heavily put down. The First Nations situation is like the Middle East – it has been going on more than long enough. Let’s get everything finalized once and for all and have the First Nations part of Canada, be Canadian citizens or independent, and on their own financially as well. J. Sharpe Nanaimo

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Government a hazard to all To the Editor, Re: Voters’ wishes rarely fulfilled, Opinion, Feb. 9. Government has become a moral hazard. Governments and allied self-interest groups vote themselves benefits for which other people pay. This moral hazard defeats constituents’ wishes and sabotages the common good. Government harm accumulates as debt and Canada has combined federal and provincial debt of $1.1 trillion. Repaying the debt falls mostly on the

11 million Canadians between ages 16 to 40, crushing the young generation. We should know better than to let this happen. German Chancellor Angela Merkel recently warned: “Human rights don’t assert themselves. Freedom doesn’t preserve itself all alone, and democracy does not succeed by itself.” Government debt harms our families, our communities, provinces and nation. It underlies much of government’s moral hazard, and must be stopped. Bart Jessup Gabriola Island

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The word arthritis means inﬂammation of the joint. The most common form is DR. KAREN MATTERN osteoarthritis, which is a degenerative disease of the cartilage and usually is a wear-and-tear disease due to excessive or uneven pressure on the joints. This can be caused by spinal or pelvic imbalance, which commonly affects the hips and knees. Osteoarthritis can also be the result of injury to the joints in a fall or motor vehicle crash, which can affect the neck and shoulders. X-rays of many people in their 20’s show that osteoarthritis is not just an old-age condition. The chiropractic treatment for arthritis involves working with the spine to correct lack of joint movement and imbalances. Such treatment can prevent further degeneration and often partially or completely relieves the pain. If you have symptoms of arthritis, consult with your family chiropractor.

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Qualicum Seedy Saturday is over already, so be sure to catch Nanaimo Seedy Sunday on March 3 at lovely Bowen Park. There is a small entry fee to cover costs and this event makes a great family outing. A 10:30 a.m. workshop features well-known author, Carolyn Herriot, on her book Zero Mile Living: Living the Good M Life. At noon, Craig Evans and Jen Cody of Growing Opportunities talk on basic seed saving and at 1:30 p.m., Brenda Jager’s topic is Planting for the Bees. Seedy Sunday is a project of

Nanaimo Foodshare, so expect through ownership of seed delectable lunches and snacks varieties. from François De Jong along We cannot trust Monsanto with many booths for B.C. and the smaller companies it heritage seed comowns to maintain panies and various the variety of seeds FOOD garden specialties. we need, so we must Central to a Seedy support local sellers MATTERS Sunday or Saturday of open-pollinated Marjorie Stewart is the seed swap. seeds (seeds which This is when to can be gathered year bring to the swap after year from your table seeds you have own plants). harvested, with Look on growing essential informanon-proprietary tion on variety, age seeds as a commuand characteristics nity resilience activin writing. ity. People often ask We just received what they can do to contribute our Lee Valley Garden Tools to food security locally. Main Catalog for 2013 and One of the vital actions is to among the eight pages of sidestep the gigantic corporabooks for gardeners I noticed tions who control food plants a strong presence of books for

organic food growers. Topics include square foot and container gardening, composting, growing vegetables and herbs, uncommon fruits, a vegetable gardener’s bible, and one on seed sowing and saving. John Navazio, senior scientist with the Organic Seed Alliance, also has a book out called The Organic Seed Grower, A Farmer’s Guide to Vegetable Seed Production. In the past century, more than 90 per cent of our seed varieties have disappeared from farmers’ fields, but a new movement based on a new kind of agriculture is bringing them back. We should also recognise that humankind’s over-reliance on wheat, rice and maize have produced a less healthy

diet than pre-Stone Age hunter-gatherers had. The average height of people in the Near East fell by almost six inches in the early days of farming. And analysis of 340 ancient skeletons in the Orkney Islands showed that hardly any people lived beyond their 20s. We have the knowledge and technology to change our diets, not just from the corporate, over-processed pseudofoods, but also to improve on more than 2,000 years of Stone Age bad dietary habits. ◆ Marjorie Stewart is board chairwoman of the Nanaimo Foodshare Society. She can be reached at: marjorieandalstewart@shaw.ca.

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If you can’t go to it, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. will bring a mountain of information to you. The society launches a free tele-support and learning group next month for local caregivers of a family member with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia who is living at home. The eight-session pilot project is designed specifically for area residents who are unable to attend support or education sessions in person due to geography, disabil-

ity or other reasons, said coordinator Jan Robson. Meetings will be conducted over the phone, on Friday afternoons, beginning March 15 and running through May 10. The weekly meetings remove a barrier for caregivers who want the benefits of a support group but can’t physically attend one. “Participants will gain increased knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, and better communication skills for interacting with the person with dementia,” said Robson. Other benefits i n c l u d e i m p r ove d problem-solving and self-care skills, better

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Moving day is just around the corner for Nanaimo Community Hospice. The Expand the Heart of Hospice fundraising campaign reached the 90 per cent mark last week, and the goal is to reach 100 per cent before moving to the new home located at 1080 St. George Cres. in April. “There has been such a wave of generosity in this community,” said Wendy Pratt, Hospice executive director. “Community awareness has grown tremendously and it’s heartwarming to know that once this campaign is done people who need us will know where to find us.” Pratt said Hospice continues to reach out to the community. “We’re already into renova-

tions,” she said. “But some of the project costs are not covered yet.” Pratt credits people like Hospice’s campaign cabinet who have worked tirelessly to raise funds, and to others like Chris Erb and his team from SupErb Construction, and Rick Earl from Watercress Developments for donating their time and talent to get the project to this stage. “Many businesses, trades, and service clubs have stepped up to offer goods and services to begin transforming this property into a bright and welcoming space for individuals and families facing end of life issues in our community,” she said.

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Staff and volunteers are hard at work planning to expand some of Hospice’s existing services and adding some new programs that will enhance services to children, teens, adults and seniors whether they are at home, in hospital, in care facilities, or accessing programs through Hospice House. Tranquil outdoor spaces, a therapeutic garden for children and teens and a new palliative day program with enhanced supports for caregivers are all in the planning stages. Donations can be made online at www.nanaimohospice.com, in person at Hospice House, 1729 Boundary Ave., or by phone at 250-758-8857.

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ROBERT BRIAN CROSSEN November 7,1949 February 7,2013. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. After a short battle with cancer, he past away peacefully at the Nanaimo Hospital Pallative Care Unit. Brian is survived by his loving wife of 40 years Penny, brother Dean (Marj), daughters Dawn (Jarl), Dorie (Jim), Deanna (Korek) and 10 grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be held Sunday, February 17th at 2pm at the Lantzville Legion Hall 7227 Lantzville Rd. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;ower, memorial donations may be made to the Pallative Care Unit at the Nanaimo Hospital.

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Patricia Irene Ainey Patricia passed away peacefully, in her home, February 2, 2013 at the age of 73. Born March 17 1939, Patricia was predeceased by her husband, Ron in 1996 and her grandson, Cody in 2008. Survived by her son, Ron Ainey (Jackie): grandsons: Brandon Ainey (Jessica), Farrell Gilmour, Jasper Gilmour; granddaughter, Adina Trarback (Les); and four great grandchildren: Olivia, Alexis, Nickolas, and Lucas. Patriciaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beautiful smile, witty sense of humor and huge heart will be missed by all. She was a wonderful sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers please donate to a charity of you choice.

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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).

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

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

DINETTE SET, 4 chairs, white, $75. Sofa bed, $100, recliner w/ ottoman, brown vinyl, like new, $75. Apartment sized piano (Heitzman) $500, china cabinet, $350. Please call (250)752-4400. 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

$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

BUSINESSES FOR SALE

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

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

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40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Citation park model in year round RV park in Parksville. Built on room & patio, carport & shed. Call 250-735-0239. SOUTH NANAIMO 3 bdr 2 bth 1850sq 10,000 sq ft lot 2 yrs old granite counter tops stainless kitchen hardwood ďŹ&#x201A;oors $354,900. 250-591-2988. 2390 Ellison rd

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

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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.

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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

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2000sq.ft. MANUFACTURED home, dry walled throughout, on permanent foundation w/ 4ft. crawlspace. .95 acre level lot, short walk to beach or 5 min. drive to Kin Beach Park. Fruit trees, mature landscaping, garage, woodshed and herb garden. 3 bdr. 2 bath., on-suite has 3 piece w/ walk-in closet. 2nd is 4 piece w/ deep tub. Mudroom, lg. laundry storage room, open kitchen w/ maple cabinets, dining/sitting areas + eat at counter. Lg. family room w/ sliding glass door onto lg. covered deck and private hot tub. Cable to all bedrooms + 2 in family room. Woodstove provides cheap heat. 1500 sq. ft. dream shop, wired 220/110 plumbed with sink + tap, gas heat, 2 13ft. over height bays, ofďŹ ce area + upstairs storage area. Option to buy 2 ton electric hoist on 12 ft. I beams. 16x50 ft. cement pad for possible shop expansion. Moving must sell, price reduced to $299,900 for quick sale. Ph. (250)8901071 for appointment to view.

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REAL ESTATE

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Chemainus: Ashley Court. Ground ďŹ&#x201A;r unit, 2 bdrm, 5 appliances. Small pet ok, avail. now. $775/mo 250-924-6966.

1675 KING JOHN Way- 3 bdrms, 3 bath, $1875. 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 2 BEDROOM, 1 bath , clean house for rent. Freshly painted. 213 Finlayson. Very cute. Water views. Fridge and stove. $750 per month. Available for March 1. Call Kirk at 403-703-9478 Able to show this weekend. 301 WOODHAVEN- 4 bdrms, 3 bath, $1875. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 3197 MEXICAN Rd- 3 bdrms, 2 bath, $1450. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 3372 STEPHENSON Point Rd- 3 bdrm, 3 bath, $2200. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 928 TOWNSITE Rd- 3 bdrms, 2 bath, $1350. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com CEDAR AREA: Fully renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d 2 bdrm home with fully renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. 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 yard, garden shed. Walk to shops, beach, bus. Refs. Avail.$650.+ utils. No partiers, N/S, cat ok? (250)751-4525. NANAIMO- 3 bdrm home, with 1 bdrm suite, $1600 will rent separately. Call 250-7166811, 250-753-4749.

CEDAR: 10 min drive to Nanaimo and VIU. Fully furnished ground level 2 bdrm suite, 4 applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Short term lease avail. NP/NS, seniors friendly. Call (250)722-7273. CENTRAL LOCATION- downstairs brand new 2 bdrm, bath, kitchen, priv entrance, parking. Avail Mar. 15. $900 + shared utils. N/P, smoke outside. Call 250-327-4323, 250-740-5558. 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 C. NANAIMO- Separate entrance, large, bright 2 bdrm lower. Shared laundry. $950 mo inclds utils. NP/NS. Avail now. Call (250)802-0436. 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. DEPARTURE BAY spacious 1bdrm open concept, ground level suite. Private entry, F/S/DW, shrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d lndry, prkng. $750 incl. heat/hydro. N/S, N/P, Refs Req. (250)585-1067 HOSPITAL AREA, 1 bdrm suite, level entry, priv ent, avail March. 1, $650 mo incls hydro, N/S, N/P. (250)758-5210 or (250)668-5480. NANAIMO- 1 BDRM suite, self-contained, $600. Call 250-716-6811, 250-753-4749. NANAIMO (Southwood Dr)smaller 2 bdrm bsmt suite, inclds hyrdo, F/S, W/D. No smoking inside, N/P. $795. Avail now. (250)739-1071. N. NANAIMO, 2 bdrm, close to North Town Centre, W/D, refs reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, N/S, N/P, $900 mo utils inclâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, avail now. Call 250390-4692 or 250-618-1893. 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 OCEAN VIEW, lvl entry suite avail immed, North End on quiet St. Completely self contained. Lrg 1 bdrm w/ laundry. All utilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inclâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. NS/NP, Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. $800. 250-751-2557. S. NANAIMO- New 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 2 lrg parking stalls, sep ent, priv patio w/ fenced backyard, laundry hookup, free wiďŹ , very quiet area, NS/NP. Avail Mar. 1. $850. (250)753-7744. UNIVERSITY AREA, 1 bdrm fully furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, all inclusive, sep prkg/ent, all utils & cable inclâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, $800,avail now. 250-667-1045 UNIVERSITY AREA: 2 B/R ground level, private entry, insuite laundry, D/W, 7x11 storage area, garage, fenced yard. Near schools/bus. $900/M. util & heat incl. N/S, N/P, Avail immed. Bob 250-618-4775

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.

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

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

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

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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

1360 GRAHAM Cres- 1 bdrm, $650 & 695. Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

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

CLOSE TO Downtown. Large self contained studio $600. Small pet ok. 250-668-7462.

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

205-99 CHAPEL Street- 1 bdrm, $875. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

LUXURIOUS 2BDRM, downtown condo. Ocean view. HW ďŹ&#x201A;oors. Free WiFi. N/S, N/P. $900. 1 (250)754-2207

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

MODERN 2 BDRM near VIU. Laminate ďŹ&#x201A;oor, new counter. Free heat. Bus stop in front. Avail now or March 1. $775 +. Please call (250)754-4605.

3-1691 & 3-1695 Boundary Ave- 2 bdrm, $650. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

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

3185 BARONS Rd- 1 & 2 bdrms, $695 & $750. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

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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.

412 BRUCE Ave1 & 2 bdrms, $625 & $750. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 430 STEWART- 1 bdrm, $650. Call Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

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NANAIMO DOWNTOWN 3 bdrm,1.5 bath, on-site laundry. NS/NP. $900. 250-754-1547. NORTH NANAIMO 3rd ďŹ&#x201A;oor, 2bd., 5 appliances. NP/NS. March 1. $975. 250-729-3838 SOUTH NAN- LRG quiet, 2nd ďŹ&#x201A;r, 2 bdrm, includes heat & insuite laundry, 55+, $795. 1 blk to shops/transit. 250-616-2513 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.

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

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327 Prideaux #202. Rear Entrance. 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.

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RV RESORT ON THE LAKE Spots available at great winter rates! Daily, weekly, monthly. Amenities are: club house, laundry, showers, exercise room. Westwood Lake location. 250-754-1975 or admin@resortonthelake.com

6041 Christopher Road. Immaculate! 1800 sq. ft.

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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

SUITES, LOWER 1091 SILVER Mountain Drive1 bdrm, $675 inclds hydro. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 1-BDRM NEWLY renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Quiet, clean. $700. inclds utils. near VIU. Mar.1.250-591-1969 931 SPRING- 1 bdrm, $650 inclds hydro. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com DEPARTURE BAY: 2 bdrm, patio, bright, gas F/P, parking, NS/NP. Avail March. 1. $950 utilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s incldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. (250)729-9155.

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 DreamTeam Auto Financing â&#x20AC;&#x153;0â&#x20AC;? Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;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. 1988 CHEVY Caprice Classic, low mileage, 1 owner. $2250. Glass top Kenmore stove, white, $225. Both very nice. Please call (250)701-2035.

TOWNHOUSES #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 #12-1600 Morey Rd- 3 bdrms, $850. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com #2-3231 Lauren Mary Place- 3 bdrm, 2 bath, $1000. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 855 HOWARD- 2 bdrms, $850. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com #9-26 BUTTERTUBS Dr- 3 bdrms, 2 bath $875. Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

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2006 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Adventure 80,000k. Immaculate condition, lotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of extras. $30,000 O.B.O Please call 250-338-8206

1997 CLASS C 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Slumber Queen, great ďŹ&#x201A;oor 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

1992 Crown Victoria 123,000 miles, unsurpassed for comfort, safety and reliability. Asking $1800. Please call 250-331-0361 1993 Ford Explorer 326,914 Kâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 4 door, Greenish Blue, runs great, needs rear tires, Tranny slips a little. $1000 obo. Call 250-954-3372

TRUCKS & VANS 2005 CHEVY Trail Blazer LS Exc cond. 103,000kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 ďŹ rm. 250-755-5191.

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 1995 G10 CHEVY cargo vanV-6 Vortec engine. $2500. Call (250)746-8182.

SUITES, UPPER 359 APPLEWOOD Crescent3 bdrm, 2 bath, $1095. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com CENTRAL LOCATION- upstairs brand new 3 bdrm, full bath, kitchen, 3 appls, parking. Avail now. $1150 mo + shared utils . N/P, smoke outside. Call 250-327-4323, 250-740-5558. COLLEGE HEIGHTS- upper executive home w/ocean view, 2 lrg bdrms, 1800sq ft. 1 yr lease. NS/NP. $1350+ 1/2 utils. Call (250)797-6968.

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. 1-250-746-7808

2001 CHEVY 3/4 Ton Van, low mileage, good shape. $3,500. Phone (250)714-2804

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 2010 CHEVY SILVERADO 4x4, quad cab, loaded, auto, running boards. 50,000 km, lady driven. $24,000. (250)732-5928 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.

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TOYOTA MATRIX, dark blue. Only 17,000 km. Standard gears, manual windows & doors, diamond body coat, safeguard interior, Ziebart seal underneath. Basically one elderly driver, no accidents, regular servicing since new 2005. Discuss price. (250)245-2673.

SPORTS & IMPORTS 1979 Datsun 280ZX. Silver grey in excellent condition. 98,000 km. Appraised at $10,500, asking $7,900, will consider reasonable offers. Records available.(250) 6554359

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CREATION VERSUS evolution seminar with George Hilton. 7 p.m., Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2400 Highland Blvd. 250-758-1334.

NANAIMO FAMILY Life Association, 1070 Townsite Rd., hosts a conflict resolution workshop from 6-9 p.m. Register at 250754-3331 ext. 716.

NANAIMO FISH and Game Club, 1325 Nanaimo Lakes Rd., hosts a gun and sporting goods show and sale, and an antique firearms display and sale, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission $3, women and kids under 12 free. Table rentals $25. Details at 250729-1718.

Monday NANAIMO FAMILY History Society hosts its annual general meeting at 7 p.m. at Beban Park Social Centre. Everybody welcome. 250-756-1902 for information. ADJUDICATION FOR the Nanaimo Downtown Farmers Market goes from 6-7 p.m. at the Fireside Room at St. Paul’s Anglican Church. For details e-mail ndfms@shaw.ca. B.C. LUNG Association hosts Lifeline: How to ensure you are able to get help when you need it, from 1:303:30 p.m. at Beban Park Social Centre. For details phone 250753-2529.

VANCOUVER ISLAND – LOWER MAINLAND Ferry schedules are subject to change without notice.

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groups to explore the forest setting. Training provided. Phone 250753-5811 or e-mail morrell@shawbiz.ca for details. NANAIMO DOLL Club meets one Tuesday each month to discuss collecting, costuming and study. All are welcome. E-mail NanaimoDollClub@shaw. ca for location and details. 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 more information phone 250-722-2109. WALK IN WEDNESDAY family issues drop in program. First Wednesday of the month, open to everyone. Side door, Nanaimo Men’s Resource Centre, 418D Fitzwilliam St. 250-716-1551 or e-mail info@nanaimomen.com.

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Karate kids win at zones Nanaimo’s Shima Karate School will have have high hopes at provincials after positive playoff results. The school hosted the zone championships last Sunday at Dover Bay Secondary School. The event was a qualifier for provincials in Richmond in the spring. Forty athletes from Shima combined to win 73 medals. For full results, please visit www.nanaimo b u l l e t i n . c o m / s p o r t s. First-place results include: Seven-and-under boys Simon Francis, first, sparring. Eight-nine-year-old boys Soma Love, first, forms; Jaiden King, first, sparring. 10-11-year-old boys - Corin Cooper, first, forms, first, sparring, first, weapons; Coen Francis, first, forms, first, weapons; Tristan Billington, first, sparring; Joel Bilyk, first, sparring. 12-13-year-old boys - Levi Thomas, first, forms, first, sparring; Evan Milne, first, forms; Zahnil Lal, first, sparring. 14-15-year-old boys - James Winter, first, sparring.

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Natalia Bellefleur, left, of Campbell River Shito-Ryu Karate Club, is kicked by Amelia Cooper of Nanaimo’s Shima Karate School during Karate B.C. zone qualifiers last Sunday at the Dover Bay Secondary School gymnasium. 16-17-year-old boys - Emlyn Folkes, first, sparring; Matthew Landry, first, forms, first, sparring. 18-20-year-old men - Scott Zmaeff, first, forms, first, weapons.

10-11-year-old girls - Hannah Darmadi, first, forms, first, weapons; Claire Bilyk, first, forms; Mackenzie Khakh, first, sparring. 12-13-year-old girls - Olivia Vallee, first, sparring.

16-17-year-old girls Bernadette Alvarez, first, forms; Leticia Lethbridge, first, forms. 18-20-year-old women Bernadette Alvarez, first, sparring.

Men - Devon McBeth, first, forms, first, sparring. Women - Bernadette Alvarez, first, sparring. Masters men - Richard Cooper, first, forms, first, sparring.

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Vancouver Island University’s veteran players are going to get a bit of a going-away bash today (Feb. 16). The VIU gym is hosting a full slate of court sports, with basketball games in the afternoons and volleyball matches at night. Basketball players Tyler Olsen and Jolene Nagy will be playing their final home games today, and volleyball players Dani Smith, Sandra Veikle and Lee Hamilton will take to the VIU court for the last time, too. All of VIU’s court teams have clinched playoff berths, but some might still have a chance to improve their standings. Whatever the case, they’ll look for a positive playoff sendoff and some good competition. “I don’t think we’re going to try to do anything like rest guys or try new things,” said Matt Kuzminski, coach of the VIU men’s basketball team. “We’re going to try to play our game and try to win the game and try to build on what we do.” GAME ON … The women’s b-ball team plays the Kwantlen Eagles today at 1 p.m. followed by the men’s game at 3 p.m. The VIU women’s v-ball team faces Camosun at 6 p.m.; the men go at 8 p.m.

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