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Fire displaces nine residents I

PRYDE AVENUE blaze broke out shortly after 6 a.m. BY CHRIS BUSH THE NEWS BULLETIN

One man was sent to hospital and eight other people were left temporarily homeless by a fire in a Nanaimo townhouse complex Monday morning. N a n a i m o F i r e Re s c u e responded with six units when the alarm came shortly after 6 a.m. that a fire had broken out in the Madrona Village townhouse complex at 25 Pryde Ave. in Nanaimo’s Q u a r t e r w ay district. The fire affected a block of four townhouses – units 19-22 – gutted unit 21, heavily damaged unit 22, and caused smoke damage to units 20 and 19. Karen Lindsay, Nanaimo Emergency Program coordinator, said unit 21 was fully engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived. One man living in that unit was taken to Nanaimo Regional General Hospital for smoke inhalation and was expected to be released

later that day. “Through their rapid response, crews managed to limit damage to two units,” Lindsay said. Firefighters were still dealing with hot spots in the structure shortly before 9 a.m. Lindsay said one woman living in unit 22, a couple living in unit 20 and a man, woman and three children living in unit 19 all evacuated safely. “They all got 72 hours temporary lodging and assistance under the community assistance program,” Lindsay said. Ennis Mond, Nanaimo Fire Rescue fire prevention officer, had not deter mined the cause of the fire by Monday morning, and was still waiting to interview the man taken to hospital. Investigators were also trying to contact two witnesses to the fire. “We’ve got to finish those two interviews off,” Mond said. The woman living in unit 22 had insurance. Lindsay said she did not immediately know if the other tenants had coverage. For photos of the Pryde Avenue fire, please visit www. nanaimobulletin.com.

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Regional district plans to renew bird control contract at landfill

COMPANY USES hawks and falcons to reduce instances of nuisance seagulls near dump. BY NIOMI PEARSON THE NEWS BULLETIN

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Clowning around Frenchie the Clown pauses for the camera while entertaining Isla and Luna Rivas-Rowe and their dad, Eduardo Rivas, at the Maple Sugar Festival held last weekend at Beban Park. The festival is the largest bilingual festival on Vancouver Island and features three days of festivities including musicians, dancers, French-Canadian cuisine and street performers.

Just under $650,000 of the Regional District of Nanaimo’s budget could be going to the birds over the next three years. The board has approved, at the committee level, a recommendation to award the three-year contract for providing bird control services at the regional landfill to PK Bird Control services at a cost of $216,500 per year, starting March 1. The regional district has been using bird control at the landfill since 1991, where a large number of nuisance birds – mostly seagulls – are attracted due to the presence of food waste in the landfill. The birds pose a health risk to landfill staff and cause damage to equipment and facilities, as well as pose a safety hazard for airport traffic. Bird control enlists the use of trained predators, such as hawks, peregrines and falcons, to deter the seagulls from frequenting the site. According to district staff, predator bird control has proved the most effective means of getting rid of nuisance birds, over all other methods such as noisemakers and netting. “We’ve gotten very good results from it in past,” said Dennis Trudeau, RDN general manager of transportation and solid waste. The nuisance bird population varies by time of year and the availability of natural food sources outside the landfill. Bringing the food waste diversion program in 2010 had a significant impact on the population, dropping it by 50 per cent in 2011, but there is still a need for services.

According to a staff report, with the construction of a nature park on site in 2013, and the Sandstone development adjacent to the landfill, bird control continues to be a priority service. “Our food waste program has done quite well at diversion but there’s still over 50 per cent of the food that our residents produce that end still end up in landfills, so there are still birds that have to be dealt with,” Trudeau said. PK Bird Control services provided services for the district since November 2010, but the contract expired Oct. 31, 2012. The cost of the new contract comes in at about $2,300 less per year than the 2012 rate. The issue ruffled a few feathers during Tuesday’s committee of the whole meeting, where the contract was briefly discussed. “We can’t just shoot them, the birds?” said director Ted Greves. “It would be a lot less expensive than 600k to shoot a couple hundred birds.” Alec McPherson, area A (Cedar, Cassidy) director, noted that the problem doesn’t lie with birds directly on the landfill site but in the surrounding area as well. “On three houses across the way, you can’t see the roof, there’s gotta be 3,000 birds there, and that’s on the property across from the dump, they’re not in the air,” he said. “You simply put the predators in and you don’t see birds on those roofs at all.” Board chairman Joe Stanhope asked Trudeau if it would be possible to arrange for directors who haven’t seen the program in action to have the opportunity to learn more. “I think it would behoove us directors if there was a tour put on to show the activity of these birds,” he said. The final vote on the contract is expected to take place during the board’s regular meeting on Feb. 26. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

Radio Malaspina takes over lease of historic Front Street pub BY TOBY GORMAN THE NEWS BULLETIN

An old heritage building will be the site of a new and unique community radio venue in the city’s downtown core. The Radio Malaspina Society announced CHLY FM 101.7 will take over the space formerly occupied by The Courts pub (and the Globe Hotel strip bar before that) at 25 Front St. to create a restaurant and place for live music, while airing it on the Internet and on local radio. Dylan Perry, program manager for CHLY, said the station had been eyeing the site for a few months. When The Courts closed its doors after

just one year in business, Front Street Enterprises Ltd., which owns the building, approached him to see if the space was of interest. “They were interested in working with us because the standard business model of a pub wasn’t working at that location,” said Perry. “Over the last six months we’ve been going to a lot of bars and pubs doing remote broadcasting and live streaming, so they realized something more than serving beer was needed to make the location work and we’ve been looking to have our own event space so now we have a permanent space to set up. The immediate fit was apparent.” He added that crews will be able to dial

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It’s not every day Nanaimo Fire Rescue gets to set a house on fire. But that’s exactly what firefighters did over the weekend, thanks to a donation which allowed them to complete live-fire training exercises on an old structure on the corner of Northfield and Boxwood roads. “The owners approached us a while back that they were going to tear the house down and asked if we’d like to do some training in it,” said assistant chief Wade Smith. “The last time we did it had to be five or six years ago – we did a house out in the Chase River area.” Live-fire training offers one really important element for firefighter training – it’s real. “It’s invaluable training for us to do it with real heat and real smoke in real conditions with proper building materials. It can’t be duplicated in our training centre, this takes it to another level of awareness for our officers and our firefighters,” Smith said. “That gives our officers a better chance to do a read on it and develop

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a plan of action in real life.” The department also utilized the opportunity to employ a few new tactics, such as switching from positive pressure ventilation to positive pressure attack. In the months leading up to the exercise, the fire department used the house to complete rapid intervention training. Then the house was cleaned of hazardous materials like asbestos and prepped for burning. Notices of the burning were delivered to residents in the immediate area and signs were put out the night before the training was to begin. On Saturday, the house and garage were burned room by room, each creating a different scenario for the firefighters. Then, in the final scenario, the structure was burned to the ground. Fire officials had hoped the building would last over two days but the building did not hold up and the burning was complete by end of day Saturday. The entire event was extensively captured on camera and will be used for training purposes. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

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Mounties credited with saving distraught woman I Two Nanaimo Mounties are getting credit for saving a distraught woman who tried to end her life by hanging herself. Constables Keihin Herault and Nick Fleming, like other police officers, regularly respond to calls where despondent people threaten to end their lives. In most cases the call results in talking with people, getting them through the dark moment and convincing them to check themselves into a hospital. But an incident in south Nanaimo one night in mid January required quick thinking and fast action. On the way to the call, police dispatch updated information that the woman had gone into her back yard with a step ladder and electrical cord. The RCMP is withholding information about the time and location to avoid identifying the woman. Herault arrived first and was shocked to see and hear the suicide attempt already in progress. He had to act fast, but had to get through a locked gate to the back yard.

“For the life of me, reaching around, I couldn’t find the latch anywhere,” Herault said. “I could hear choking sounds in the back yard – like gasping and choking – I thought I need to get in there, so I kicked the fence as hard as I could.” T h e f e n c e we n t down, Herault spotted the woman with his flashlight, raced over, brought her down and freed her from the electrical cord. Fleming arrived in time to help settle and secure the 53-year-old woman until paramedics arrived and took her to Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. “Something like this doesn’t happen very often,” Herault said. “I really enjoyed the fact that I was able to do something tangible to make a difference. Quite often as police we’re investigating – always chasing after something, following up on infor mation and basically looking at things after they’ve happened, so it was nice to know that I did something tangible that night and I did something to prevent anyone getting harmed.” Both officers are

his or her life. O’Brien said numbers of calls from people threatening suicide in Nanaimo has nearly doubled for the period from Jan. 1 to Feb. 14 since 2010 when police fielded 16 calls. In 2011 that number rose to 17 for the period, but jumped to 23 for 2012. For 2013 there have already been 27 suiciderelated calls reported in Nanaimo. “T hose numbers could double because often there are families who intervene and take the husband, wife or child to the hospital,” O’Brien said. “Sometimes we don’t get involved.” O’Brien said he personally is aware that at least five people have taken their own lives in Nanaimo in 2013. Elizabeth Newcombe, Vancouver Island Crisis Society executive director, said hard statistics are difficult to compile. “ We k n o w t h a t suicide rates on the Island are high for youth,” Newcombe said. “We know that because they’re the second leading cause of death.” Statistics are compiled through police and B.C. Coroners Service investig ations which take time and make it difficult to determine year-toyear trends. Newcombe said

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wasn’t for a lack of effort.” Osborne and Lament said the biggest challenge was that due to the way the real estate transaction happened, it allowed no time for the fundraising to be completed before the final contract was signed. “The perception was that since the ag reement was signed and closed on that date, there was less of a conservation urgency and so that made fundraising quite challenging,” Lament said. “It’s common for land trusts to have difficulty fundraising for projects that are already completed.” The Nature Trust of B.C. has partnered with the regional district in past acquisition efforts such as the Englishman River and Coats Marsh on Gabriola Island. “The RDN is very appreciative of the Nature Trust of BC – both their staff and volunteers,” Osborne said. “The nature trust coming on board at a critical time, to secure the [Moorecroft] property, was key. “In the end, 85 acres of land is protected in perpetuity, and it includes 79 acres of land that is deemed of high conservation value. I think that’s good value.”

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The Regional District of Nanaimo has dipped into its reserves to make up a $384,000 shortfall for the acquisition of Moorecroft Regional Park. The $4.8-million property, purchased in partnership with the Nature Trust of B.C. in March 2011, was paid for through approximately $2 million in park reserves, short-term borrowing, and a commitment from the Nature Trust to fundraise up to $500,000 toward the purchase price within a twoyear time frame. When the time came to hand the money over in November, the total money raised came in at $116,300. Tom Osborne, RDN general manager of recreation and Parks, said the difference will be made up through parks reserves. “There is no change in the tax requisition,” he said. “It does mean that some capital projects, mainly bridges, and some potential acquisitions down the road may take a bit longer to secure.” Moorecroft Regional Park is a 34-hectare property in Nanoose, formerly owned by the B.C. Conference of the United Church

of Canada. Due to its rare conservation and recreation value, the RDN first identified it as a priority in 1995. When the property came up for sale, it had an appraised value of $7.9 million and a requirement for a conservation covenant, which is registered with the Nature Conservancy of Canada. Osborne said that because the property was on the open market, it created an ‘act now’ situation for both the RDN and Nature Trust of B.C. to acquire the property. Under the agreement, the nature trust was to provide as much of the $500,000 as they could before the deadline. “It wasn’t a guaranteed amount, but it was an agreement to endeavour to raise up to,” Osborne said. “There was always the potential that they wouldn’t raise up to the $500,000.” Jasper Lament, CEO of the Nature Trust of B.C., said every concerted effort was made to raise the half-million, including paid advertising, media releases, brochures, letters sent to donors, space on the trust’s website, and several fundraisers. “Most of the transactions we are involved with ourselves don’t have a campaign of this length and visibility, and the amount of staff time that went into this Moorecroft campaign was very significant,” Lament said. “It’s unfortunate that the goal wasn’t reached but it

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non-profit, U.S.-based association and she is looking for other families dealing with apraxia in the community, individuals willing to help organize the walk and corporate sponsorships and donations. Anyone interested in helping out or simply connecting with Tuokko can e-mail her at citydawn@shaw.ca. Kathy Armstrong, speech and language therapy department leader at the Nanaimo Child Development Centre, said children never outgrow apraxia of speech, but it does improve as they get older with treatment and anything that motivates them to work on their speech is positive. “Anything that helps motivate a child to practise speech sounds is great,” she said.

Residents are invited to experience a small taste of life on the streets during the Coldest Night of the Year on Saturday (Feb. 23). Held simultaneously in communities across Canada, the Coldest Night of the Year walk is a fundraising event aimed at supporting the homeless, hungry and hurting through awareness and raising money for the local charities that support them. There are 40 communities participating in the walk in 2013. For the second year, Nanaimo’s Island Crisis Care Society will be the recipient of local walk proceeds. So far, 176 participants forming 35 teams have signed up, with just under 50 per cent of the goal ($30,000) raised already. Last year, approximately $18,000 was raised. But with less than a week to go to raise the additional $15,000, more donations are welcome, and it’s never too late to register, said Nanaimo location director Michelle Authier. “I’m seeing five to 10 new walkers register every day right now. This is what we call the ‘cardiac arrest’ of Coldest Night of the Year, where it’s a mass pandemonium of people registering and fundraising the last nine to 10 days,” she said. “We’re pretty encouraged by that, we’ve already surpassed where we were at this time last year.” The Island Crisis Care Society has operated since 1989 and runs three crisis stabilization homes in Nanaimo and Parksville, a supportive recovery home and Samaritan House, Nanaimo’s only homeless shelter for women. In addition to applying the money raised to general operating expenses, the society is hoping to put the focus on developing Samaritan House. Currently, Samaritan House has 20 beds, which includes four transition suites. Usage fluctuates based on the time of year and weather, but there are 13 or 14 beds currently in use and the transition suites are almost full, Authier said. The society plans to renovate the facility with money raised in order to gain more space, not beds, for diversifying the kind of services it can offer. Walk participants can choose to walk or run a two-, five- or 10-kilometre route. Registration begins at 4 p.m. and the walk starts at 5 p.m. It is a family-friendly event. “The goal is to experience a little bit of what it’s like to be out in the cold and what it’s like to be homeless,” Authier said. The Care Society is in need of volunteers to help out on the night of the walk, particularly as route marshals. For more information about Coldest Night of the Year, please visit www.coldestnightoftheyear.org. To find out more about volunteering please call Authier at 250-616-1984.

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Tristan Tuokko is your average four-year-old boy in almost every respect. He loves to do active things like riding his bicycle and playing baseball, plays video games and tries to do everything for himself without getting any help from mom. But the difference is apparent when Tristan starts talking. Some of the words are recognizable; others not. “Sometimes it’s just complete jargon, it’s babble,” said Dawn Tuokko, Tristan’s mom. At age two, Tristan was diagnosed with childhood apraxia of speech, a motor speech disorder in which the child has trouble saying what he or she wants to say correctly and consistently. Childhood apraxia of speech is present from birth – at 18 months, a public health nurse encouraged Tuokko to take her son to a speech language pathologist because Tristan was not making any sounds she could recognize – and the cause or causes are unknown. The problem is not weak muscles in the mouth; the brain has difficulty planning and producing the series of movements of the tongue, lips, jaw and palate that are necessary for intelligible speech. “His brain knows everything – his mouth can’t say it,” said Tuokko. As a result, Tristan has problems with sounds, syllables and general words. His words sometimes come out garbled – “yoking” instead of “joking” – or completely unintelligible. Intensive intervention is required and Tristan sees a speech-language pathologist with the Vancouver Island

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Dawn Tuokko and her son Tristan, 4, check out one of the speech development programs on his iPad. Tristan was diagnosed with childhood apraxia of speech, a motor speech disorder, at age two and recently received an iPad through the Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America’s iPads for Apraxia project to help improve his communication skills. His mother wants to organize a fundraising walk in Nanaimo with proceeds going to the association.

Health Authority once a week, who assigns work for Tuokko to do with her son at home every day. But she struggled to get her son interested in the work and the family cannot afford to get him any extra help. Last year, Tuokko came across the Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America’s iPads for Apraxia project, which gave out 75 iPads last fall. The family was one of the program’s successful applicants and Tristan received his iPad just before Christmas. Since Tristan started using the device, which has about 10 different speech development programs on it, she’s noticed an improvement in his communication skills, largely because he has been more willing to sit down

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Experience is p power to helpp Imagine yourself walking along a street in Nanaimo. You’re improperly dressed for the elements, the cold wind knifes its way through your jacket, rain runs down your collar and water seeps into your shoes, chilling you to the bone. Add to that the dropping temperature as night begins to fall, and you redouble your efforts to get home, seeking any bit of shelter along the way to ease the discomfort. You arrive home shivering. And with a sigh of relief pour yourself a hot bath, change into some dry clothes and get busy fixing yourself some dinner. Already the comforts of home have helped erase the memory of what it was like outside. Now imagine if there was no lifeline to rescue you from the storm. There was no home, no hot bath, no dry clothes and no food. Imagine if you were stuck outside, forced to spend the night in a doorway or in a park or under a bridge with nothing but a piece of cardboard for cover. That’s a reality for a good number of the homeless, hungry and hurting in Nanaimo without the efforts of local charities that support them. And that alone is a good reason to come out Saturday (Feb. 23) and take part in the Coldest Night of the Year walk to support those charities. Not only do participants get the chance to raise money for Nanaimo’s Island Crisis Care Society, they also get the chance to experience a little of what it’s like to be cold, hungry and homeless on the streets. They can walk anywhere up to 10 kilometres in another person’s shoes. And that can’t hurt. Island Crisis Care is among the many services helping the homeless in Nanaimo, and knowledge of what each organization’s clients are going through allows residents make a decision to help. Homelessness or hunger is not going away anytime soon. But with help, services can make a difference today. 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

Home renovations tough on a body was through. I hoped it all came painting I was sure my arms out. were going to fall off my body. The bathroom used to look like I was starting to think painta dark, small hole, but with a ing my bedroom and bathroom fresh coat of marshmallow white was not a good idea for vacation it looks a lot bigger. plans. The process of painting just I would lift my arms and a two rooms took far too long. One pain would shoot through my of the reasons was the multiple shoulder and I just didn’t want to nail holes in every wall. I’m not roll on paint any more. sure what the person A nice, sandy beach did to the condo before REPORTER’S in the sun somewhere I moved in. VIEWPOINT was looking pretty It looks like there good – too bad I can’t were as many things Rachel Stern afford to go anywhere. hanging on the wall as Reporter p I’m not the most aththe Louvre, but maybe letic person and my job that is just my imagiconsists of sitting at nation getting the best a desk all day. So after of me. I know they three days I was thinknever patched their ing to myself that if it walls. didn’t end soon I didn’t Or they just had a care if only half the series of renters that wall was painted. put everything under On the fourth day I tackled the the sun on the walls. bathroom. I had to spackle over a Anyway, it took me quite a defect in the ceiling where some while to patch the walls. A job, of the old paint had cracked and I’m sure, hadn’t been done in chipped away. This meant I not years to the place. It’s a time only had to paint the walls but consuming process, but as a first the ceiling as well. time homebuyer, I decided to As I started to roll paint on – make the extra effort. and hit my head on the ceiling – I The walls were also a horrible was cursing for not being able to tan colour that sucked up every let that ceiling defect go. I kept ounce of light in the place. It hitting my head into the newly made the place look small and to painted ceiling and my hair was brighten it up, a nice slather of caked with paint by the time I marshmallow white was applied

to the walls. Yes, it’s white, but white is a great colour for small rooms. For the den I went with a nice light blue. It’s one of my favourite hangouts in the place. For about two weeks before the project my house was in chaos. I had to go around an obstacle course of furniture. It was the result of me taking every piece of furniture out of the bedroom and bathroom in preparation of painting. I started painting the bedroom and then got sick. For about two weeks I had a half-painted room taken up by a ladder and the painting supplies. It doesn’t make for a nice morning routine. You have to move around the items just to get ready in the morning. And when you come back and want to relax in the house, it can make you a little bit grumpy because you are living in a mess. I hate having an overly cluttered house. A little mess is OK. A few papers scattered around or a project you are working on is fine. A mess that is just a mess is a different story. But, there is nothing quite like painting a home that belongs to you. Once it’s all done, sitting back in a nice big chair and looking at the results of your labour is a satisfying feeling.

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No way to avoid radio frequencies in today’s world BY EDWARD HILL One thing I particularly enjoy about this job is the opportunity to chat with scientists and engineers about new technologies and discoveries. A microscope that can peer into the atom. Galaxies that orbit other galaxies. Tsunami detectors, robot musicians and deep-sea experimental networks. It’s a blast seeing what the big brains are working on these days. But one phenomenon that has been less fun and somewhat confusing to cover is the rise of groups who deeply mistrust and fear technology – in particular wireless internet (WiFi), cellphones and wireless communication used by smart meters. A few years ago I was sitting in on a school board meeting, and a parent presented that their child suffered from electromagnetic hypersensitivity – the child became sick based on the level of exposure to a variety of electromagnetic fields. The assertion was made that radio frequencies can not only make people sick, they can cause cancers. I don’t think the parent was trying to dupe anyone and was sincere in their concerns about a technology that has rapidly entered almost every facet of our lives. But I was skeptical – nonionizing radiation that can cause cancer? It went against what I had learned in school and seemingly against the laws of physics. Non-ionizing means just that: radiation that won’t knock electrons out of their atoms and alter the chemical bond, in our case within biological material. We are enveloped in various electromagnetic fields every moment of our lives, from birth to death – visible sunlight, UV rays, cosmic rays, background radiation of the Earth, microwaves, and broadcast signals. But should I be worried about my cellphone and wireless router at home? I’m yet to be convinced. One World Health Organization ruling that the anti-WiFi crowd really hang their hats on is that radio frequencies have been labelled “possibly carcinogenic to humans.” Radio frequencies are now lumped in with 275 “possibly carcinogenic” agents that

are mostly chemicals, but also include coffee, bracken ferns, gasoline and welding fumes. WHO’s International Agency for Research on Cancer looked at reams of credible studies involving cellphone use and brain cancers and didn’t find any smoking guns. At worst, a Lancet Oncology journal examination of the IARC paper said one study indicated there might be a increase in risk for glioma, a type of brain tumour. Or there might not. Ultimately the IARC concluded there is “weak” and “limited evidence” that radio frequencies could cause cancer in humans. Some in the working group thought there was no convincing evidence at all. Since the risk wasn’t deemed zero, it’s lumped in as a possible cancer causing agent. That kind of information doesn’t really matter. My e-mail inbox receives a steady stream of press releases from vocal antiWiFi groups and anti-smart meter groups. I don’t get a lot of pro-WiFi e-mails. One of our reporters wrote a story a few years ago that examined a family who tried to avoid radio frequencies by living deep in the woods and who refused to own a microwave oven or cordless phone. That unleashed a surprising tirade toward the family from readers. That led me to believe there’s a normally quiet population out there that: a) realizes you can’t possibly avoid radio frequencies, even out in the woods; and b) is happy to live with cellphones and wireless technology, and possibly smart meters. When it comes to wireless smart meters and WiFi, people shouldn’t be forced to have the devices at home if it scares them, although WiFi signals are almost unavoidable in an urban area. And no matter what kind of gross exaggerations are asserted by anti-WiFi groups, people with cellphones or who have smart meters aren’t going to start dropping like flies. Personally, I’d be more concerned about getting cancer from the sun. ◆ Edward Hill is editor of the Saanich News, a Black Press newspaper.

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To the Editor, Re: United Nations backed forming state of Israel, Letters, Feb. 16. Most of the article is factual, however, Hezbollah is in Lebanon. They captured Israeli soldiers six years ago, after which Israel went into Lebanon for a short retaliation and we got long range missiles fired across half of Israel. It is Hamas who is in Gaza. Originally it was Yasser Arafat and the PLO. Israel probably encouraged Hamas in the PLO’s place, and they were voted in promising health, education etc., to the citizens. However, they later attacked anyone who didn’t support them.

Their charter calls for Israel’s destruction. They fired rockets into Israel for several years, until Israel invaded Gaza. They placed themselves and weapons within civilian areas, mosques, schools and ambulances so there were casualties in spite of Israel dropping leaflets and making telephone calls to the population to beware. The rockets started up again and last November, Israel carried out air attacks, trying to target known Hamas spots. But of course there were casualties of civilians. The West Bank is a whole new ongoing situation. The Palestinians, under Arafat and later through Abbas, were offered 95 per cent of what they wanted

with land swaps, but refused. Israel believes any agreement would be merely a stepping stone to attacking Israel. Bear in mind that had Jordan not attacked Israel in 1967, Israel would not have captured and occupied the West Bank and made Jerusalem undivided. We could go back earlier to see the changes in the map before Israel, but it would not help. There is such a massive Arab public relations machine whereas, surprisingly, that of Israel is not effective. People who do not know the true situation believe whatever they read in the papers, and antizionism becomes anti-semitism. Geoff Nenzer Tel Aviv, Israel

Cartoon disrespects flag To the Editor, Re: Editorial cartoon, Opinion, Jan. 29. The editorial cartoon showing a garbage can instead of a maple leaf on our flag was disgusting and an affront to all the flag stands for. We may on a per capita basis produce more garbage than any other country, but we have a very small population and we do a large amount of recycling. The net of our garbage would be insignificant compared to the U.S., India, China and the majority of Third World countries. Take a trip to Mexico and see the roads littered on both sides with garbage, much of it recyclable. Take a trip to the U.S. and see how little is recycled in most states. Canadians should be proud of the efforts they make as individuals to care for the environment, including garbage. J. Sharpe Nanaimo

‘Training’ fire location not well thought out To the Editor, On Feb. 16, I noticed smoke billowing from a fire on Northfield Road near Bowen Road. Fortunately the fire department was on scene so calling 911 was unnecessary, but one still feels sorry for the victims of such a tragedy. The smoke from this fire persisted for hours. It was not until later I discovered the fire was no tragedy. It had been deliberately set as a training event for the fire department. Why was such a training session conducted in a populated area? Is smoke from a deliberately set fire less toxic than smoke from burning the same homebuilding products accidently? Does the fire department really think those with respiratory issues would be unaffected because it was ‘training’ smoke? It looks like someone didn’t think at all. S. I. Petersen Nanaimo

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Businesses have faith in future LNG profits To the Editor, People are scoffing at Premier Christy Clark’s vision to use liquid natural gas production to pay off our provincial debt and eliminate the provincial sales tax. They say it’s just a dream. Well, Alberta did it with oil money so why can’t we do it in B.C. with natural gas money? Major corporations are spending billions of dollars to develop B.C.’s natural gas resources. They’re willing to invest these billions because they believe in the long-term future of this industry. I believe in it too. When was the last time you saw businesss risking billions of dollars developing a resource with no prospect for solid success? It’s a darn good vision and a dream worth pursuing. Alberta did it. So can we. Massimo Mandarino Coquitlam

Gas cost sends drivers to Ladysmith to fill up To the Editor, Let me add my name to the growing list of folks irritated with the gas prices in Nanaimo. Last week I noticed that the price has now risen to 132.9 per litre. I absolutely refuse to pay that price. I go to Ladysmith – believe me it is worth the drive. While I’m there I get my groceries, maybe a nice lunch, check out the shops and just enjoy the quaint city as well as its oceanfront park.

To me, the gas price is also hurting businesses in Nanaimo because from the number of cars at those pumps in Ladysmith, I don’t think I am alone. If you must buy your gas in Nanaimo, please do not get your car washed, buy milk, cigarettes or ‘convenience’ foods there, as you’re gouged on that as well. When is Costco gas coming to town? Judy Davies Nanaimo

Colliery’s dam issue a make-work project To the Editor, We can hardly contain our rage when we hear about the amount of bureaucratic BS that comes from our elected officials. In regards to the removal of the dams at Colliery Dam Park, the likelihood of the dams failing in 3.5 minutes is miniscule – as is the predicted 100 fatals should they fail from an event such as an earthquake. Much more likely is a flood (and deaths) from a tidal wave from an earthquake centred in Georgia Strait. Employees with the provincial Dam Safety Branch – which recommended the removal – are just trying to find a reason to justify their jobs and create employment for themselves, but the endless expense on the taxpayers for frivolous things seems to be the mindset of our city officials. They would be better off to tear down the conference centre and save tax dollars on that continuous waste of money. Douglas Green Sheila MacDonald Nanaimo

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Staples Canada is on the hunt for environmentally responsible elementary and secondary schools. The company is partnering with Earth Day Canada to launch the 2013 Recycle for Education contest, in which schools have the chance to win one of 10 $25,000 computer lab makeovers. Schools must submit a principal-approved, 500-word essay on how their school has become environmentally responsible by Friday (Feb. 22). To enter, please go to the Staples Canada Facebook page.

Target in sight Don Bonner and Signy Madden, of the United Way Central and Northern Vancouver Island, celebrate the finale of the Change Starts Here fundraising campaign. More than $680,000 has been raised or pledged toward the $700,000 goal, and more money is expected in the coming months. For more information, please call 250-729-7400, e-mail info@uwcnvi.ca or go to www.uwcnvi.ca.

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Co-op manager heads south After 12 years at the helm of Mid Island Co-op, general manager Dave Hoy is stepping down at the end of February. Hoy took over in a time of turmoil for the co-op, but by surrounding himself with capable staff and management, played a vital role in reversing the shaky existence to one of increasing sales and solid earnings to the 44,000 members throughout central Vancouver Island. Hoy takes over as manager of Peninsula Co-op serving the south Island next month.

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Any Vancouver Island University student who is struggling to get the grades they need or want, now has a place to go for help. The new Grade First Aid program is in operation to give students the tools they need to help themselves improve. “Grade First Aid is a great way for students to kickstart their academic success,” said Tina McComb, interim director of enrolment management at VIU. “The program was designed to provide support for students as they engage in university level learning. Many students come to university without a clear understanding of how to be successful. “The one-on-one coaching and access to a wide range of excellent learning tools empowers students to develop a plan for learning that leads to enhanced success.” There are three aspects to the program. When students join up, they gain access to a range of useful online materials through a

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Cream of Mushroom or Tomato Soup

Sports Drink

Clover Leaf

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1.42lt

for

Plus Applicable Fees

for

2$ for

Plus Applicable Fees

430-625gr

for

Kellogg’s

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99 Nutella

Imperial

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283-298gr

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341-355zml

283-306gr

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3$ for

Dole

Pineapple

2$ for

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2$ for

500ml

Adams

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Double Roll Bathroom Tissue

6’s

12’s

5 2

SunRype

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100% Juice

Skinny Cow Frozen Novelties

Snowcrest

1kg

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1.66lt

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12x50ml

for

398ml

Rich & Creamy Frozen Dessert Real Fruit or Yogourt Bars

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Black Diamond

Indian or Thai Market Cooking Sauce

Steamers

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for

400gr

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Gourmet Steamers

Premium Juice Plus Applicable Fees

SCOTTIES TOURNAMENT OF HEARTS

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Sockeye Salmon

155-163grr

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Stax Potato Chips

160-230gr

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Granola Bars

710ml

Nature Valley

Powerade

220-240gr

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2500 Reynolds Cutrite Wax Paper 75ft

3000 Reynolds Aluminum Foil 12x50ft or 18x25ft

5000 Reynolds Baking Cups 50-75ʼs

Sunlight Laundry Detergent 2.2kg

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PER gr

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Sweet & Sour Chicken Balls ........... Small

Szechuan Beef.........

20/30 Size

Peruvian Scallops

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Wild Sockeye Salmon Fillets

Frozen or Previously Frozen

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Asteras Greek Taverna Restaurant 347 Wesley Street 250-716-0451 Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 3A7 www.asteras.ca

BEST ROMANTIC RESTAURANT Asteras Greek Taverna Restaurant 347 Wesley Street 250-716-0451 Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 3A7 www.asteras.ca

SUPPLIER

The Harbour Chandler 52 Esplande Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 4Y7 250-753-2425 www.harbourchandler.com

BEST NACHOS

Gina’s Mexican Café 47 Skinner Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 5K4 250-753-5411 www.ginasmexicancafe.ca

Longwood Brew Pub 5775 Turner Road Nanaimo, B.C. V9T 6L8 250-729-8225 www.longwoodbrewpub.com

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BEST FAST FOOD Wendy’s Restaurant 2980 Island Highway Nanaimo, B.C. V9T 5V4 620 Terminal Avenue Port Place Shopping Centre Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 5E2

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Breze Salon and Day Spa 10-3200 N. Island Highway Nanaimo, B.C. V9T 1W1 250-758-6822 www.brezesalonandspa.com

BEST BEAUTY SALON

Maffeo Salon and Day Spa 538 Wentworth Street Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 3E4 250-740-0092 www.maffeosalon.ca

BEST ESTHETICIANS

Breze Salon and Day Spa 10-3200 N. Island Highway Nanaimo, B.C. V9T 1W1 250-758-6822 www.brezesalonandspa.com

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Spanish Sol Tanning Studio 520-2980 N. Island Highway Nanaimo, B.C. V9T 5V4 250-751-0171 www.spanishsoltanning.com

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BEST PLUMBING AND HEATING BUSINESS Archie Johnstone Plumbing and Heating 150 Wallace Street Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 5B1 250-754-2232 www.ajph.com

BEST PET SUPPLY STORE Bosley’s Pet Food Plus 1708 Bowen Road Nanaimo, B.C. V9S 1G9 250-753-9841 530-Fifth Street Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 1P1 250-754-5465 6894 N. Island Highway Nanaimo, B.C. V9V 1P6 250-390-4833 www.bosleys.com

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BEST VITAMIN HEALTH FOOD STORE Charlie Brown’s #17 - 1533 Estevan Road Terminal Park Mall Nanaimo, B.C. V9S 3Y3 250-753-5211

BEST OPTICAL STORE Iris 60 Commercial Street Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 5G4 250-754-2212 6631 N. Island Highway Woodgrove Centre Nanaimo, B.C. V9T 4T7 250-390-2160 www.iris.ca

BEST GAS BAR Mid Island Co-op 2517 Bowen Road 1901 Highland Blvd. 1350 Cranberry Avenue 877 Bruce Avenue 60 Victoria Crescent 6673 Mary Ellen Drive 4750 Hammond Bay Road www.midisland.coop

BEST STORE FOR LADIES WEAR

Quintessential Accessories 2 Commercial Street Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 5G2 250-753-1041 www.quintessentialaccessores.com

BEST AUTO SERVICING

Steve Marshall Ford Lincoln 3851 Shenton Road Nanaimo, B.C. V9T 2H1 250-758-7311 www.stevemarshallfordnanaimo.com

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Citrus-O Carpet Care Inc. 5368 Vincent Place Nanaimo, B.C. V9T 5Z7 250-753-7712 www.citrusocarpetcleaning.com

BEST ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR DenMar Electric 1810 Freemont Road Nanaimo, B.C. V9S 3H4 250-758-8464 www.denmarelectric.com

BEST ROOFING COMPANY Erickson Roofing Ltd. 4201 Jingle Pot Road Nanaimo, B.C. V9T 5P7 250-758-5440 www.ericksonroofing.com

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Living Forest Oceanside Campground & RV 6 Maki Road Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 6N7 250-755-1755 www.livingforest.com

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Nanaimo Wine Shop 3398 Norwell Drive Nanaimo, B.C. V9T 3Y7 250-585-8846 www.nanaimowineshoppe.com

BEST PLACE TO BUY A USED VEHICLE

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Celebration of culture Nanaimo African Heritage Society shares history with concerts, films and readings throughout February

Ezra Kwizera performs a mix of reggae, soca, pop and African styles during a concert in support of Black History Month. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

BY NIOMI PEARSON THE NEWS BULLETIN

or many people, the path we’re headed on is greatly enlightened and enriched by knowing who we are, and where we came

from. That’s why every February during Black History Month, the Nanaimo African Heritage Society infuses a taste of culture into the community, and 2013 is proving to be no different. A host of past and upcoming community events are commemorating and celebrating black pioneers in the Harbour City and beyond, dating back as far as the 1800s, said society president and founder Shalema Gantt. “A lot of times people don’t equate black history with Canada, but there’s an enormous amount of history here,” she said. One such example is Emily Stark, the first teacher at North Cedar School and the first black teacher in B.C.

Stark’s family was among 600 expatriates who came to Canada from San Francisco in 1860. Louis and Sylvia Stark, Emily’s parents, first settled on 80 hectares on Salt Spring Island before establishing a farm in Chase River in the 1870s. The Nanaimo African Heritage Society continues to educate and promote African heritage in the community through events and efforts like the Stark Monument in Chase River, which was a partnership with the Chase River Neighbourhood Association, with assistance from Nanaimo’s parks and rec, and heritage commission. The society also produces a program book every year – this year’s theme is ‘civil rights.’ “All of us have our heroes, or pioneers and it helps us to strengthen who we are, it helps the black children to grow up and know they paid contribution to our world and our country,” Gantt said. “It makes everybody feel good and inclusive when we know we have contributed and continue to contribute.

“I want the children to grow up and be proud of where they are and who they are and not feel like they have to be somebody else.” Black History Month kicked off Feb. 1 with a special opening at the Nanaimo Museum, where a special display put together by the Nanaimo African Heritage Society was unveiled and will be available for viewing until the end of the month. Following that, a gospel concert featuring Candus Churchill and Tom Pickett and the Chance Lovett Quartet took place Feb. 10 at Brechin United Church. The best is yet to come Feb. 24 as the society prepares to host its Grande Finale concert at Bowen Park Complex. Tickets are still available for $25 ($20 for society members). “Every year it sells out and we’ve been pretty blessed,” Gantt said. The finale is open to all members of the community and all are welcome, Gantt said. There will be a multi-ethnic buffet featuring African cuisine and

flavours of the Carribean, as well as a variety show to keep spectators entertained into the evening. Doors open at 3:30 p.m., with dinner served at 4 p.m. Featured is Rwandan musician and songwriter Ezra Kwizera, whose music is a mix of reggae, soca, pop and African styles. Kwizera was born in Uganda to refugee parents but returned to Rwanda after the genocide of 1994, where many of his relatives had been killed. His musical style is influenced greatly by his experiences of war, poverty and hardship. Storyteller Angie A. Riley will be at the Harbourfront library Thursday (Feb. 21) in the morning, and a black history film will be screened later in the evening. Call the branch for more details. For tickets to the finale, please call 250-729-9332. And for more information on the society, please visit the website at www.nanaimoafricanheritagesociety.com. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

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Editor discusses Israeli blockade Bill Dienst, co-editor of the book Freedom Sailors, is discussing the voyage of two ships that broke through the Israeli blockade in August 2008. The two ships, Liberty and the Free Gaza, made their way to the port of Gaza City. The book is a firsthand account of the voyage told by participants. Dienst will also discuss the current situation in Gaza. The event is Feb. 20, 6-7:30 p.m. at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library.

Artist displays latest paintings Pat Palmer’s new exhibit, Moving Into the 21st Century is now on display at Art 10 Gallery. The oil painter’s work reflects the three distinct places she has lived during the 2000s, which includes the United States, England and her current home in Nanoose Bay. Her paintings created on Vancouver Island were inspired by the landscape and focus on the “magnificence of deep space.” Palmer’s work is on display at the gallery, which is located in Nanaimo North Town Centre, until the end of February.

THEATRE OKLAHOMA presented by the South Island Musical Theatre Society at the Port Theatre March 2, 7:30 p.m. and March 3, 2 p.m. Tickets $32/$29 members/$5 eyeGo. Call Call 250-7548550 or go to www. porttheatre.com.

EVENTS FREEDOM SAILORS book discussion with co-editor Bill Dienst Wednesday (Feb. 20) 6-7:30 p.m. at the Nanaimo Harbourfront library. HOLISTIC/METAPHYSICAL Fair Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Unity Church, 2325 E. Wellington Rd. SEARCHING FOR SUGARMAN film screening part of TheatreOne’s Fringe Flicks Feb. 24 1, 4, 7 p.m. and Feb. 25, 7 p.m. at Avalon Cinema. Tickets $12. Call 250754-7587.

McLean Feb. 28, 7 p.m. at the Port Theatre. Tickets $52/$32 students. Call 250754-8550 or www. porttheatre.com. TOM GREEN: A Night of Stand Up Comedy at the Nanaimo Entertainment Centre March 8, 6:30 p.m. Tickets available at Lucid, Transformations, Harbour City Music, The Dog’s Ear and www.ticketzone. com. AMOUR film screening part of TheatreOne’s Fringe Flicks series March 17-18 at Avalon Cinema. Tickets $12. Call 250-754-7587 or go to www.theatreone. org. THRILLING TALES storytime for adults March 26 at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. THRILLING TALES storytime for adults April 30 at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. THRILLING TALES storytime for adults May 28 at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free.

THRILLING TALES storytime for adults Feb. 26 at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free.

MUSIC

WORDSTORM, a spoken word and open mike event, is Feb. 26 at the Vault, starting at 6 p.m. Admission is $5.

NAVICA plays a reunion concert at the Queen’s Feb. 21, 8 p.m. Tickets $12 in advance from the bar or $15 at the door.

VINYL CAFE with Stuart

MELISSA HILL plays

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Acme Food Co. Feb. 22, 7 p.m. TRIO GRANDE performs at the Harewood Arms Feb. 23. KINGS WITHOUT plays Acme Food Co. Feb. 23, 7 p.m. DAVID WARD and Gold & Shadow perform at the Cambie Feb.23 at 10 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the bar. TIM HARRISON performs at The Vault Sunday (Feb. 24), 2-4 p.m. Tickets $15. Call 250-591-2275. DR. HOOK featuring Ray Sawyer at the Port Theatre Feb. 27, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $49.50. Call 250-754-8550 or www.porttheatre.com. THE SLACKERS with special guests the Bananafish Dance perform at the Queen’s March 1, 9 p.m. Tickets $19.50 in advance from the Queen’s, Fascinating Rhythms or www.ticketweb.ca. U4 A TRIBUTE TO U2 performs at the Queen’s March 8. Tickets $15 in advance from the bar or $20 at the door. Doors open at 8 p.m.

7:30 p.m. Tickets $40/$35 members and groups/$15 students.Call 250-7548550 or go to www. porttheatre.com. TERRI CLARK performs at the Port Theatre March 10, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $45. Call 250754-8550 or www. porttheatre.com. SARAH HAGEN performs as part of the Classical Coffee Concert March 12,

10:30 a.m. at the Port Theatre. Tickets $25/$22 members and groups/$15 students. Call 250-7548550 or go to www. porttheatre.com. LEGENDS OF ROCK ‘N’ ROLL Beatles versus Stones at the Port Theatre March 12, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $39.75. Call 250-7548550 or www.portheatre.com. SERENADES FOR

INDUSTRY NIGHT Mondays at the Cambie with Deep Space Burnout. Free cover. 10 p.m. OPEN MIC every Wednesday at the Cambie with Anatol Sessions. Free cover. 9 p.m. Bring your instruments. SUNDAY JAM at Patricia Hotel with Nightwatch from 3:30-7:30 p.m. All styles welcome. OPEN JAM at the Queen’s Monday.

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CAROL REID presents her new paitings at Artzi Stuff. Exhibit runs until end of February. PAT PALMER exhibits her work called Moving Into The 21st Century at Art 10 Gallery in February.

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SPRING Presented by the Vancouver Island Symphony with guest artist Nadya Blanchette March 16, 7:30 p.m. at Port Theatre. Tickets $17-$84. Call 250-754-8550 or www.portheatre.com.

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Aquarius

VIRGO - Aug g 24/Sept p 22 Tryy something g different this week, Virgo. g It mayy mean taking g a new route to work or trying y g a new food. Tryy something g that is out of yyour element and you may ﬁnd you like it.

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LIBRA A - Sept p 23/Oct 23 You will be full of energy gy this week and readyy to handle anything y g that comes yyour way, y, Libra. When yyou g get on a roll, you may ﬁnd you have some admirers. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, p the coming g week mayy tryy yyour patience. Relax when the week starts to p prove too stressful, and yyou will make p it through g the week with your peace of mind intact. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Keep p listening g when others around yyou are talking, g Sagittarius. g You can learn valuable lessons jjust byy keeping p ga trained ear on the conversation and use this information later on. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, p yyou mayy have big gp plans this week but that doesn’t mean yyou can leave all other responsibilities p byy the wayside. y If yyou can’t get to things yourself, then delegate. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 q yyou crave change g this Aquarius, week, even if it is something g small and mundane. Figure g out something g you y can do on a small level to incorporate change into your day. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 You mayy be inclined to help p yyour communityy this week, Pisces. There are bound to be plenty of places to share your time.

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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.

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

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ALL TRADES- Home updates? Hardwood, Tile, Laminate, Kitchen & Bath Renos. All exterior Rooﬁng, Siding, Decks & Fencing. References available. 250-722-0131.

MAYTAG STACKING Washer and Dryer (or side by side), new condition, 4 1/2 years old, $550 obo. Call (250)951-0839.

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PETER’S MASONRY: 40yrs experience specializing in all types of stonework, brickwork, ﬁreplaces & more. Call Peter (250)756-8569 or 250-4682706 for your free estimate.

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MOVING & STORAGE 2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)753-6633. SMALL MOVES, Deliveries. “Right Price.” Free Quotes. Call Jason (250)668-6851

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FURNITURE FUTON, NEAR New, double, dark wood frame, 8” mattress. New cost $1000. Will sell for $400. Phone (250)758-9654, Nanaimo.

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

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

1 & 2 BDRM (Terminal Park Mall Hospital Area)

DUNCAN, 2 bed, 2 bath adult Condo, #3-370 Cairnsmore St. Level entry, patio, small pet ok. Newly reno’d. $146,000. (250)597-8070

Quiet building with security cameras. Free storage & parking. New balcony, paint & carpet. Small pet ok. Avail Now & March. 1 From $645 plus.

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

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

$217,000 BRECHIN Views Condo. Sunny all day. 2 bdrm, 2 full baths, in-suite lndry/sewing, gas FP, balcony. Small dog OK. Req’d “Vendor’s Disclosure Statement.” 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 YARD MAINTENANCE Business $4900. Start your own business or grow your client base. Large client list and equipment. Call 250-751-1517

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

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, proﬁled & notched to ﬁt your plans. Ph. 250-732-3239 or 250-743-3198 SAWMILLS FROM only $3997. Make money and save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info and DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT STEEL BUILDINGS/Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x 40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x 150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

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

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205-99 CHAPEL Street- 1 bdrm, $875. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com #307 3270 Ross Rd- 2 bdrm 1.5 bath, $800. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 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, $625 & $750. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

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).

430 STEWART- 1 bdrm, $650. Call Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

FOR SALE BY OWNER 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, ofﬁce 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.

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

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.

Parksville 2.31 hectacres with 3 bdrm modular. Mins. from town. Lots of water, trees & lawn. Reduced to $450,000.00 Drive by 1304 Coldwater Rd. If interested #250-228-7162. Will look at all reasonable offers. SOUTH NANAIMO 3 bdr 2 bth 1850sq 10,000 sq ft lot 2 yrs old granite counter tops stainless kitchen hardwood ﬂoors $354,900. 250-591-2988. 2390 Ellison rd

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. HONDA POWERED generator, EM5000, $800. 10” Dewalt 770 radio arm table saw, $75. Call 250)757-8724.

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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.

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40’ Citation park model in year round RV park in Parksville. Built on room & patio, carport & shed. Call 250-735-0239. 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

SPACIOUS SINGLE family N. Nanaimo 3bdrm, 2bath, open ﬂoor plan, family room. Updated kitch & bath, soaker tub, new roof. Near bus, ammen’s. $280,000. 250-756-3593

BACHELOR PAD 55+ Park: 980sq.ft. of total comfort. 2bdrms, 6 appli’s, some furniture. Lrg covered deck, fruit trees, garden space. $79,500. Just move in!. (250)754-6436

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. LONG LAKE MANOR, 3108 Barons Rd. 1 bdrm, close to all amenities. 250-751-134. LUXURIOUS 2BDRM, downtown condo. Ocean view. HW floors. Free WiFi. N/S, N/P. $900. 1 (250)754-2207 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. NORTH NANAIMO 3rd floor, 2bd., 5 appliances. NP/NS. March 1. $975. 250-729-3838 SOUTH NAN- LRG quiet, 2nd flr, 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.

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HOUSES FOR SALE

1-BDRM, FULL bath. F/S, W/D - very private. Close to Rutherford Rd - No pets, no smoking. Clean, bright unit. Avail now. (250)758-4871.

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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 ﬂoors & much more. On site RV Parking Avail. Priced to sell. $345,900.00, Call Daniel at 250-752-5780.

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

HOMES FOR RENT 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 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. 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.

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ROOMS FOR RENT 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.

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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 2BDRM $850 F/S, W/D, DW, utils & wiďŹ incl. Fenced yard. Nanaimo 778-269-3012. 931 SPRING- 1 bdrm, $650 inclds hydro. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 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. 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. 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

855 HOWARD- 2 bdrms, $850. Call Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com

TOYOTA MATRIX, dark blue. Only 17,000 km. Standard gears, manual windows & doors, diamond body coat, Scotch guard interior, Ziebart undercoating. One elderly driver, no accidents, regularly serviced since new 2005. $10,500. Ladysmith (250)2452673.

SUITES, UPPER 359 APPLEWOOD Crescent3 bdrm, 2 bath, $1095. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com BACHELOR PAD FOR RENT AT 1400 ALBERNI HWY, PARKSVILLE. HYDRO, CABLE, WIRELESS INTERNET $500 PER MONTH. 250954-9547 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.

TOWNHOUSES #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

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

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Saturday TRAVELLING SQUARES hosts its Mid-Winter Carnival dance with caller Gary Dodds and cuer Pat Zeeman at 7:30 p.m. at Wellington Hall. Wear camping clothes for an evening of dancing followed by a sing-a-long and hotdogs around a campfire. Visiting square dancers always welcome. 250-7545203. ROTARY CLUB of Nanaimo hosts a hotdog sale by donation and 50/50 draw fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Country Grocer on Bowen Road. For details e-mail 50@ v3.ca. HOLISTIC/METAPHYSICAL fair takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Unity Church, 2325 East Wellington Rd. Energy healers, iridology, tarot, reflexology, clairvoyants and more. Visit www. unitynanaimo.org for details. BASTION CITY Wanderers Volkssport Club hosts a six- or 10-km Nanaimo walk. Registration at 9:45 a.m. in the back gravel parking lot at Westwood Lake and the walk starts at 10 a.m. For more information call 250756-9796.

Monday CANADIAN FEDERATION of University Women - Nanaimo presents Reappropriating Mental Health as a Civic Issue by Tom Grauman of the Columbia Centre Society. 7 p.m. at St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Presbyterian Church, 4235 Departure Bay Rd. 250-7535971 for details.

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CEDAR FAMILY Playgroup, 0-5 years old, meets every Wednesday 9:30-11:30 a.m., Cedar Heritage Centre, 1644 MacMillan Rd. 250-722-7110. ALZHEIMERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AND Dementia Caregiversâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; support group meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon second Thursday of month, at Alzheimer Resource Centre, 2001585 Bowen Rd. 250734-4170. ISLAND BEL Cantos Singers, an allwomenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choir, is accepting new members. Rehearsals are Tuesdays at 7 p.m. beginning Sept. 11. 250-248-1183 or visit islandbelcanto.com for details. NANAIMO SUPPORT Group for people living with mood disorders takes place from 7-8:30 p.m. at Church of Nazarene, 2150 Departure Bay Rd. All welcome. 250-7299191 for details. NAR-ANON FAMILY Group meets Thursdays from 7:30-9 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Hall, 4235 Departure Bay Rd. 250-390-1216 for details. CEDAR HERITAGE Bridge Club hosts games Tuesdays from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at Cedar Heritage Centre, 1644 MacMillan Rd. in Cedar.

environment. By donation. Register at 250754-9988. NANAIMO BETTER Breathers, a support group for people with chronic lung disease, meets from 1:30-3:30 on the third Monday of the month at the Beban Park Social Centre. Family, friends and caregivers welcome. E-mail ablog@bclung. ca or call 1-800-6655864 for details. HARBOUR CITY Toastmasters meet every Thursdsay from noon to 1 p.m. at the Occidental Hotel, 432 Fitzwilliam St., in the basement. 250-7400202 for details. PARADISE ISLE Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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 or e-mail paradiseisle_ nanaimo@shaw.ca. ENNEAGRAM DISCUSSION group, encouraging interested people to discover their 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. Practise your Spanish in a friendly and welcoming environment. Call 250753-1154 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 for details.

BREAST CANCER support group meets last Monday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m. at Canadian Cancer Society, 777 Poplar St. 250-741-8180 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.

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MARINERS B-BALL teams end regular season with wins.

Playoff hockey arrives BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

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Vancouver Island University Mariners forward Jason McKee, right, goes for a basket against Kwantlen Eagles opponent Ali Bosir during Saturday’s Pacific Western Athletic Association matchup at the VIU gym.

The Vancouver Island University Mariners played their best basketball yet as the buzzer sounded on the regular season. The M’s men’s and women’s b-ball teams trounced the opposition at the VIU gym Friday and Saturday, sweeping all four of their Pacific Western Athletic Association games by blowout scores. The men (16-5) defeated the Columbia Bible College Bearcats 101-73 on Friday, then got to triple digits again the next day in a 103-68 win over the Kwantlen Eagles. VIU’s women’s team (15-6) dominated CBC by a 104-33 score on Friday, then handled Kwantlen 72-38. Saturday’s win was the final game at the VIU gym for graduating player Tyler Olsen, and he rose to the occasion with a double-double of 13 points and 10 rebounds. “Usually on Saturdays we come out kind of slow and sluggish but today we definitely came out the way we wanted to and played with intensity,” said Olsen. On Friday Brandon Jones led the Mariners with 24 points and 12 rebounds. Olsen scored 23 in that one. The Mariner women, meanwhile, played meaningful games all weekend as they secured a first-round playoff bye. Coach Bill McWhinnie said his team is playing the best basketball it’s played all year. “I thought the kids played fantastic, played with energy,” he said. “And our big stars Jocelyn

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VIU Mariners guard Jocelyn Jones bowls over a Kwantlen opponent on Saturday at the VIU gym.

[Jones] and Shayna [Worthington] came out to play and led us and our role players did their jobs.” Worthington had 18 points and 13 rebounds in Saturday’s regular-season finale while Jones scored 14. To read this article in full, please visit www.nanaimo bulletin.com/sports.

Victorious volleyball teams get set The Vancouver Island University Mariners will bring emotion, momentum, and high-level volleyball into provincials. VIU’s women’s and men’s volleyball teams both won their matches against the Camosun Chargers on Saturday at the VIU gym to close out the Pacific Western Athletic Association season. The women swept the Chargers 25-17, 25-19, 25-19 and then the M’s men followed up with a sweep of their own, 25-21, 25-22, 25-21.

Leanna Gildersleeve led the M’s (21-3) with nine kills. Due to results on the outof-town scoreboard, Saturday’s match didn’t end up being important in the standings to the M’s women. But for a team with serious playoff aspirations, every match is meaningful. “This game was a perfect opportunity for us to show what we were capable of at that level…” said Dani Smith, VIU setter. “The team really showed up and everyone was playing for

each other, and really positive.” While the women’s match was more of a feel-good game, the men’s match that followed that night had major implications in the standings. The Mariners needed to beat the Chargers to grab the No. 2 seed in the PacWest and a first-round playoff bye. GAME ON … The PacWest championships start Thursday in Cranbrook … To read an expanded version of this article, visit www. nanaimobulletin.com.

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Vancouver Island University Mariners player Lee Hamilton, right, goes for the ball at the same time as a Camosun Chargers opponent during Saturday’s match at the VIU gym.

The first-ever Nanaimo Buccaneers season has led to the first-ever Nanaimo Buccaneers playoff run. T h e Va n c o u v e r Island Junior Hockey League playoffs start tonight (Feb. 19), with the Bucs hosting the Kerry Park Islanders in Game 1 of a best-ofseven series. “We’re excited to play them; we’re excited that they’re in…” said Brad Knight, Buccaneers coach. “We think we match up well against them and we think we can skate with them.” Nanaimo (27-17-4) is heavily favoured after winning the North Island Division title, but it lost to Kerry Park (8-36-4) in the last meeting between the two teams. “It was probably a good wakeup call for our kids to know that we’re playing a team that starts at 0-0 just like we do,” Knight said. “Everyone’s got a clean slate, so it all depends on who wants to play.” The Bucs are led by the VIJHL’s Rookie of the Year, Garrett Dunlop, who finished sixth in league scoring with 62 points in 48 games. Will McNamara was Nanaimo’s top goal scorer in 2012-13 with 23 goals. Riley Medves will get the start in goal tonight, but Knight said he plans to continue using both his goaltenders. Medves and Cameron Large finished with nearly identical win-loss records, goals-against averages and save percentages. GAME ON … Tonight’s game is at 7:15 p.m. at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. Game 2 will be Thursday, also a 7:15 p.m. faceoff at the NIC. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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Clippers earn back-to-back wins on road trip The Nanaimo Clippers battled through more adversity and came out of it with two out of three wins. The city’s B.C. Hockey League team (28-18-0-3) lost 3-2 to the Surrey Eagles on Friday,

but beat the Coquitlam Express 5-2 on Saturday and held off the Langley Rivermen 5-4 on Sunday to finish the road trip with four points. The Clippers travelled to the mainland nursing a handful of

injuries, and were also missing a couple of guys due to minor suspensions. For game statistics and more on the Clippers, please visit www.nanaimobulletin.com/ sports/clippers.

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Wellington Wildcats player Brad Jenks, left, pushes past an Isfeld Ice opponent during Saturday night’s senior AA North Island championship final at the Wellington Secondary School gymnasium. The ’Cats won 53-42.

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Wellington teams win North Island crowns Wellington Secondary School can enjoy a double victory, but only for a little while, as the next round is nearly here. The Wellington Wildcats senior AA boys’ and senior AA girls’ basketball teams both won North Island championships on the weekend. The senior boys defeated Isfeld 53-42 on Saturday night at the Wellington school gym. “We were disciplined,” said Glenn Johnson, ’Cats coach. “We moved the ball around, got the ball inside.” Tyler Radelja scored 22 points and Brad Jenks and Aaron Copley had 12 each. Also advancing were the Woodlands Eagles and Nanaimo District Islanders, who faced off in the third-place game. The Eagles won 91-70, with Bryson Cox scoring 38 points and Zack Williams adding 21 for Woodlands. Aidan Goodall had 19 for ND with Tyus Barfoot scoring 18.

The Island championships are scheduled to start Thursday (Feb. 21) at Wellington; look for more information next issue. Welly’s senior AA girls won the North Island championship Saturday in Courtenay, beating the Ballenas Whalers 66-47. Sara Simovic scored 15 points, Julie Zhao had 12 and Victoria Brown and Alanna Jones scored 10 apiece. The fifth-place Cedar Spartans, sixth-place Woodlands Eagles and seventh-place Nanaimo District Islanders were all eliminated from senior AA girls’ playoffs. The Dover Bay Dolphins senior AAA girls finished second at North Islands at Port Alberni, falling 82-72 to the G.P. Vanier Towhees in Saturday’s final. McKenzie Nicks led Dover with 32 points, Jenna Ziemanski scored 13 and Gabby Jeffrey had 11. Dover will host Islands starting Thursday. Please look for more information next issue.

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Pirates tryouts getting started The Nanaimo Pirates are thinking about spring training, and they hope the area’s baseball talent shares their enthusiasm. The Pirates junior and premier baseball clubs will hold joint tryouts Saturday (Feb. 23) and Sunday for players in Grade 9-12. Tryouts go noon-3 p.m. each day at Serauxmen Stadium. Guys are asked to show up at 11:30 a.m. the first day to register. For more details, visit www. nanaimopirates.com.

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