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Al Boyko, the patriarch of Port Alberni’s logger sports family, has an impressive collection of axes and sawblades. He will MC the 30th annual logger sports event at the Alberni District Fall Fair on Sunday starting at 10:30 a.m.

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Every fair has a story, says B.C.’s ultimate carny FALL FAIR: | Bingo Hauser lives for the carnival.

◆ FALL FAIR runs from Thursday, Sept. 5 until Sunday, Sept. 8 at the exhibition grounds behind Bob Dailey Stadium and the AV Multiplex on Roger Street.

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◆ TIMES: The fairgrounds are open Thursday, 5-11 p.m. Friday, 10 am. to 11 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The barns close an hour before the midway on Friday and Saturday. ◆ ADMISSION Thursday, general admission $3; children 6-11 and seniors free admission. Friday-Sunday: General: $10 Child 6-11: $3 Youth/seniors: $6 Day/fam pass: $22 ◆ RIDE PRICES Thursday: $3 for everyone Friday/Saturday: $40 for wristbands Sunday: $35 for wristbands ◆ FALL FAIR PARADE starts at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7 and runs along 10th Avenue from Burde Street to Hollywood Street. ◆ LOGGER SPORTS Sunday, starts 10:30 a.m. Finals at noon. ◆ MAIN STAGE ENTERTAINMENT Thursday: Lance Lapointe and Baby Jane. Friday: Whiskey Jane. Saturday: Johnny Inappropriate, The Odds. ◆ COMMUNITY ENTERTAINMENT Thursday: Old Time Fiddlers: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday: Van Isle Star Search, 4 p.m. Saturday: Mike Pearson, 3 p.m.

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Bingo Hauser and his wife Jackie have been bringing West Coast Amusements rides to the Alberni District Fall Fair for 50 years.

September has arrived and so has the Alberni District Fall Fair, which gets underway this weekend. The lot atop Vimy Street, which was vacant as recently as Tuesday, will be pulsing with stomach-churning rides, neon, music and crawling with oil-stained carnival workers—carnies—

and customers by Thursday night. The hallowed event is making its 68th appearance at the fall fair grounds, and its theme this year is ‘Lumberjacks and Haystacks’. Sixty-eight years is a good run, but just as significant is that Bingo Hauser has brought the clanging rides of West Coast Amusements to Port Alberni for 50 of those years. The group arrived from the Saanich fair on Tuesday and began setting up. “I still remember when it was like a mud bowl

here, then the community pitched in and improved the grounds,” said Hauser, whose voice sounds like actor Mickey Rooney. “This community is still like that and that’s why it’s one of my favourite stops.” Hauser, 77, has a crop of white hair. He squints behind sunglasses, his eyesight dimmed from diabetes and surgeries, he said. Hauser has been the defacto monarch of West Coast Amusements, based in Langley, for the last 69 years. Continued / A16

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Logger sports still a draw 2013 FALL FAIR: | Boyko family continues tradition 30 years after logger sports switched venues to the Fall Fair on Sundays. WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON ALBeRnI VALLeY neWS

Skill, strong events and living history keep logger sports spectators coming back to the Alberni District Fall Fair on Sundays, event patriarch Al Boyko said. The logger sports competition is being held at the fall fair logger sports venue on Sunday, Sept. 8. Eliminations start at 10:30 a.m. and finals, including Canadian championships, start at noon. This year marks the 30th year that the venerable event is being hosted at the fairgrounds. The fall fair needed to attract more people on Sundays and logger sports participants were contemplating leaving their venue on Shoemaker Bay Road. “It’s been like a great marriage ever since,”

Boyko said. The married father of three has logged ever since he left school at age 16 to work as a chokerman at the former APL Camp No. 1. “School didn’t really interest me and there were a lot of employment opportunities around for a young man then so I went to work,” Boyko said. Boyko was introduced to logger sports in 1954 when he worked in Franklin River. His bunkmate was then world-renowned tree climber Danny Sailor, who set up a logger sports training site at the camp. “Back then, afterwork activities for the guys in camp was limited to reading books or out of date newspapers or listening to the radio,” Boyko said. “Danny’s setup gave us something more to do with our time.”

‘Young people don’t necessarily have an interest in it because they don’t have a family history.’ – Al Boyko Workers who participated warmed up with a quarter-mile walk to the training site with equipment. Once there, the men learned the finer points of axe throwing, cross-cut sawing and pole climbing, Boyko said. He competed in several competitions starting with an event at Sproat Lake hosted by the Elks Lodge in the 1960s. “I saw it while I was growing up but it meant more as an adult to compete

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Mike Boyko chops through a block of wood during a 2012 logger sports event.

in it,” he said. “I knew I could do as good as the guys I saw back then.” Boyko and others formed the Logger Sports Committee, which secured use of

the Timber Bowl site on Shoemaker Bay Road from MacMillan Bloedel for logger sports events. The site was a mecca that drew competitors from around the

world. But in 1984 the committee struck an agreement with the Alberni District Fall Fair to hold their event as a Sunday venue, where it has stayed since. Boyko’s memory is a vast archive of information about logger sports. He’s also studied logger sports history world wide, even citing early Spanish Basque log chopping events he’s read about. And he’s the man when it comes to local lumber and logger sports history. “Back then the union was really strong and you could see that kind of support in the competitions,” Boyko said. “Today though, the industry is fragmented into smaller companies instead of one or two big ones and the union isn’t as strong as a result.” Continued / A16

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Nearly a dozen jobs are on the liine at The Coulson Group of Companies aviation division after news that the provincial government has cancelled a direct award contract for the Martin Mars waterbomber. Coulson’s flying tankers unit employs up to 20 people during the height of fire season. Wayne Coulson bought both Martin Mars waterbombers— the Hawaii Mars and the Philippine Mars— from TimberWest in 2007. He has had a direct award contract since 2007 and has worked on more than 20 fires across B.C. since then. The Martin Mars has also fought fires in California and Mexico. Coulson said he will be talking to other clients to see whether there is a need for the waterbomber, but was disappointed that the B.C. government

‘The worst thing you can do with an aircraft is let it sit.’

– wayne Coulson decided to put the contract out to tender. “We have an obligation to the customer to provide services that create value. If we didn’t believe the Mars was creating that value then we wouldn’t have been working so hard to create an opportunity for it, to have it showcase its capabilities,” he said. The Wildfire Management Branch is looking for a turbine, multi-aircraft amphibious waterscooping airtanker group for the contract, said Brennan Clarke, public affairs officer with the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. “Due to advances in

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Crews haul the Hawaii Mars out of the water at the Sproat Lake waterbomber base, Tuesday afternoon. The aircraft will go in for maintenance but will be ready to fly if a new contract can be found.

airplane technology there are smaller and more versatile waterscooping aircraft that do not have some of the operational limitations of the Martin Mars,” he stated in an e-mail. The Wildfire Management Branch

contends smaller aircraft perform better in mountainous terrain, smaller drop patterns offer closer support with ground resources and multiaircraft groups allow continued service on a fire. The Mars also uses

aviation gas, which is becoming difficult to find, Clarke noted. Coulson said he received approximately $672,000 a year for the contract, which basically paid for winter maintenance on the waterbomber.

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The new contract, he estimates, will cost about $20,000 per day to operate the aircraft the government has in mind, for a total of $1.8 million. Alberni-Pacific Rim NDP MLA Scott Fraser said he knocked on a lot of doors lobbying

for the Mars to continue fulfilling this firefighting contract, but to no avail. “It doesn’t make any sense,” Fraser said as he watched crews winch the Hawaii Mars out of Sproat Lake and onto land for maintenance, Tuesday afternoon. “It’s not in the interests of the Alberni Valley and I don’t think it’s in the public’s interest,” Fraser said. “To hear we’re going to be spending a whole bunch more money to get a whole lot less firefighting capacity... it’s that business management that is bankrupting BC Hydro and bankrupting BC Ferries. “It’s a betrayal to the people of B.C.” Fraser said other countries praise the work of the Martin Mars, yet B.C. doesn’t recognize the contribution these aircraft have made to firefighting in its own province.

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Tom Cruise Ok, no. But tickets are still available for the Legion Branch No. 293 Frances Barkley Cruise on Sunday, Sept. 8. Questions about tickets can answered by calling 250-723-7513. The legion runs other weekly events such as crib on Mondays, mixed darts on Tuesdays, Wednesday card nights and Friday Fun Nights.

Char’s Landing There are other events going on this weekend, such as those at Char’s Landing on Argyle Street. On Thursday, Sept. 5. Montreal’s Michael Reinhart is bringing his brand of urban folk to Char’s. Showtime: 8 p.m. On Sept. 6, Annie Becker and Tereza Tomek are on stage. Showtime: 8 p.m. Advance tix available at Gayle’s Fashions and Rollin Art Centre.

Coffee With Mayor Got a gripe (who doesn’t) or a concern with the city? Are you curious about how things run, what the city is up to, or just have some advice to dole out? Well, show up for ‘Coffee with the Mayor’. The event is at Quality Foods on Sept. 11 with a 10 a.m. start.

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Parking Lot Yoga Do you like bending and twisting with yoga? You know you do, during your own special time for it — right? Well then, come and check out ‘parking lot yoga’ on Sunday, Sept. 8. The event is at 10 a.m. in front of Ozzies Cycle on 10th Avenue and Redford Street. The event is open to people of all ages and donations are appreciated.

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The final demolition of the derelict Tidebrook Hotel has begun. Work crews were hard at work with machinery and dump trucks at the property on Gertrude Street on Tuesday morning.

The demolition actually started last week with workers removing asbestos and lead, city planner Scott Smith said. The teardown is expected to take until the end of the week, Smith said. City councillor Cindy Solda has advocated for the demolition for safety

Three Port Alberni residents are facing series of drug charges after two separate takedowns by RCMP. According to an RCMP press release, on Aug. 28 the RCMP drug unit served drug warrants at residences on Maitland Street. Cocaine, methamphetamine, marijuana, and other drug paraphernalia were seized from the residence, the release noted. Police have charged

Henry “Hank” Dejong with possession of a controlled substance (cocaine) and breach of recognizance. He remains in custody and appears in court on Sept. 5. Dejong was already facing a previous cocaine trafficking charge when the incident happened. Police have also charged Neill Crossman with possession of a controlled substance. He appears in court on Sept. 5.

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Concerned about an elementary school in the area, local residents and shelter facility officials alerted police about suspected drug activity, the release noted. In the second incident, acting on tips police executed a warrant at a residence on the 4700 block of Glenside Road after a lengthy investigation. Police seized 300 grams of prepackaged and bulk BC Bud, cash, a cell

phone and other drug paraphernalia offence related property. A possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking charge has been recommended against a 54-year-old woman. She appears in court in December. Police encourage the public to continue reporting suspicious activity by contacting the local detachment at 723-2424, or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800222-TIPS.

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Usage on rise MP’s bill to protect Sproat Lake at NIC campus SUSAn QUInn

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COURTENAY — North Island College’s utilization rate reached nearly 90 per cent of its target in the past year — the highest rate in over a decade. According to director of college and community relations Susan Auchterlonie, the college reached 89.3 per cent of its utilization rate target during its 2012-13 fiscal year. She’s pleased with the rate, especially considering the way the college is set up. “Given the way we operate, the regional delivery that we have to do, multi-campus, smaller class sizes, 100 per cent’s just not reasonable — we likely won’t ever

achieve that,” says Auchterlonie, noting NIC’s utilization rate for 2012-13 was one of the highest of all B.C. colleges. She adds the college exceeded its targets in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Practical Nursing programs. According to the final FTE (full-time equivalent) report, the college had a total of 2,541 FTEs in 201213. NIC also had 104 full-time international student enrolled. The college continues to expand on agreements with other post-secondary institutions, such as the dual admission and guaranteed admission agreements with the University of Victoria. For more information, visit www.nic.bc.ca.

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The new aerial firefighting tender was posted on Aug. 30 and closes Oct. 23. Coulson is welcome to bid on the new contract, Clarke said. The Coulson Group may still be offered a “call when needed” availability agreement for future years, he added. Coulson said he’s not sure whether he will do that yet; he is looking at his options, which would include selling the Hawaii Mars if someone made

an attractive offer or had a use for it. “We sent out e-mails on the weekend, to some of the Red Bull folks and Virgin Air folks to see if there’s any interest. We may advertise it for a time to see if we get some interest. “Whether we operate it for them or look at selling it, or if everything fails it will be time to retire it,” he said. “The worst thing you can do with an aircraft is let it sit.” editor@albernivalleynews.com

Jim Rutherford November 29, 1915 September 4, 2013

Jim passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his loving family at West Coast General Hospital in the morning of September 4. He is predeceased by his loving wife Evelyn, brother Zealandia, son-in-laws Glen Stewart and Dave Evans, sisters Lorraine, Inez and Audrey. He is survived by his children, Jim (Jeannine), Ken (Phyllis), Anne Evans and Lynn Stewart (Tom Miller). He is also survived by his 8 grandchildren, numerous great and great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Jim loved to sing and dance and bring joy to others lives.One of Jim's famous quotes was; "If you talk to a person first they will talk to you". Jim's mission in life was to bring a smile to everyone's countenance and it worked. Chapel of Memories has been entrusted with arrangements.

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Federal NDP MPs Fin Donnelly, left, Kennedy Stewart and Randall Garrison introduce Garrison’s private member’s bill to protect Sproat Lake.

Federal NDP MP Randall Garrison, whose riding is Esquimalt-Juan de Fuca, will introduce legislation in the upcoming session of Parliament to restore protection to Sproat Lake. Garrison, BurnabyDouglas MP Kennedy Stewart and New WestminsterCoquitlam MP Fin Donnelly were all at the Mars waterbomber base at Sproat Lake to make

the announcement on Tuesday. More will come, Garrison said. Sproat Lake falls in Conservative MP James Lunney’s riding. Randall said it is unusual for MPs to go into another MP’s riding and make an announcement. “I simply selected some lakes to get the dialogue going,” he said. Sproat Lake was one of thousands of streams, rivers and lakes that were de-listed from environmental protection when the

federal government passed the omnibus budget bill earlier this year. Garrison said Great Central and Kennedy lakes will also be added to the list, and after Rick and Libby Avis brought up the importance of the Stamp/ Somass river system. he promised to add that as well. Stewart said “James Lunney failed to stand up for his constituents” when the bill passed, so the NDP MPs are doing it for him. editor@albernivalleynews.com

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declared a success! The Art Rave Society of Alberni would like to thank the following sponsors who have helped take ART RAVE from the idea stage to “Art in the Station” and “Art and celebration on the street”. • The City of Port Alberni • Rotary International Arrowsmith Club • Lions International • Alberni Valley News • Beaver Creek Home Center • Community Futures • Alberni Refrigeration • Boutique Belles Amies • • • • • •

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A big thank you to businesses and artists who participated in the ‘Mixing Art With Business’ Initiative The Art Rave Society Board would also like to thank the many volunteers for their commitment of time and energy, helping to make the 1st annual Art Rave Art Festival, held August 17th and 18th, a success!

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Don’t hit the snooze button Back to school labour disputes The initial newsroom reaction to news local high school students were going to get to sleep in this year was about what you’d expect from a group of cynical scribes. “Lazy, coddled, #$%! teenagers! That’s all they need — another notch on their belts of entitlement.” But once we got that out of our systems and actually took a look at the facts, the reaction morphed into a grudging “good call.” There are a lot of things that are done a certain way, just because they have always been done that way. And just because we had to walk eight miles through blinding snowstorms uphill both ways to get to school (did we mention the wolves nipping at our heels?) does not mean our kids need to. We’re all for the life lessons of hard work and persistence being taught at the School of Hard Knocks. But what we like even more is good old basic learning. And the learned have determined that the teenage brain is not wired to do much learning first thing in the morning. So why not let them get started a little later, when there is a better chance they will retain what they are taught? It’s not like the principle of efficiency isn’t what’s followed in the real world. Janitors work afternoon shift because that’s when the buildings are empty. Fallers are up before dawn to take advantage of daylight. Programmers sleep in because they are often working well into the night. Heck, even crusty old reporters tend to often set their own hours, simply because the news never stops. Do what works is the mantra in a healthy workplace. It should be the same in our schools. — Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

‘But what we like even more is good old basic learning.’

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ICTORIA – Another school year dawns in B.C., with the prospect of disruptive labour disputes. First up are 27,000 support staff, in a legal strike position. These are the teacher aides, custodians, bus drivers and crossing guards. Most are members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, with a few Teamsters and other locals scattered around the 60 school districts. Public discussion about these disputes usually focuses on wage increases, which CUPE members in schools haven’t seen for four years. Their current deals expired more than a year ago, after they were subject to the same twoyear wage freeze imposed on the rest of government. The B.C. government moved from the postrecession wage freeze

to a system they call talk about, on behalf “co-operative gains,” of those self-employed where raises must be taxpayers who have financed by savings no paid holidays, no in other areas of the employer pension or operation. Only two benefits and no paid provincial employee overtime, but are expected groups have yet to do this: to help pay all of the school support staff and above to government teachers. workers. (Education Minister The 60 contracts have Peter Fassbender many variations, but core confirmed elements are last week that ‘CUPE has done the same. teacher raises In the a great job of Central will be funded by extra portraying its Okanagan transfers from school workforce as district, the the provincial treasury as starting CUPE a low wage they try to get wage rate ghetto.’ a long-term is $17.37 an deal. hour. The top CUPE, rate is $26.59, the largest union in or $28.78 for workers the country, has a who qualify for a “trades sophisticated media adjustment.” campaign to generate All contracts have rigid public sympathy. seniority and “bumping” We are repeatedly clauses to ensure that reminded not only that the new employees absorb last raise was 2009, but any reductions in working that the “average” pay is hours. From a taxpayer’s a mere $24,000 a year. If perspective, this leads that number is accurate, it to the maximum number reflects a large number of of employees making the part-timers. highest wages. Let’s look at a few Overtime in Central provisions CUPE doesn’t Okanagan is time and

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a half for the first two hours, and double time after that. Contracts also include the provision that unscheduled overtime is subject to a four-hour minimum. It’s amazing how often an unexpected hour of work can arise when it’s paid at quadruple time. The Surrey school district contract details how even “spare board” employees are to be enrolled in the municipal pension plan, a definedbenefit system most private-sector employees can only dream about. Then there are paid sick days. The Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation reports that the average B.C. private sector worker took 7.4 sick days last year. The public sector average was 12. The Surrey contract details the windfall of unused sick days that must be paid out to employees who retire as early as age 55. The maximum is 150 days, for a lavish perk only available to employees hired before July 1, 1996.

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Even so, we’ll be paying these bonuses out for years to come. It goes on and on. Six weeks’ paid vacation after 20 years, with an extra day added for every year after that. There are many little things, such as a $60 “swimsuit allowance” for teacher aides who take part in swimming instruction.

This is not to devalue the work done by these people. It is to suggest that given the growing gap between public and private employment benefits, finding savings is reasonable. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalNews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Mailbag: Feedback on news items ‘Beach boys’ catch a wave To the Editor,

So far the projected cost of the Canal Beach project is approaching three quarters of a million dollars. And under the direction of the “beach boys”—Mayor John Douglas and parks and recreation director Scott Kenny—that total may well exceed one million dollars or more. All that for a development at land’s end which isn’t going to attract many swimmers, but will be used by some wind surfers and kayakers. You know that when the old dock is resurfaced and when various buildings are constructed for storage, food vendors, etc., costs are going to escalate rapidly at a site that’s too remote for most people to access. Meanwhile, the Esso property adjacent to Harbour Quay will soon be available for purchase at an unknown cost. Part of that property is a small beach which is ideal for toddlers and dogs to splash about and, possibly, for adults to swim as

well. Acquisition of that property should be the first priority of local city council, and not spending very large sums at Canal Beach. In my opinion, spending should be limited to $100,000 at Canal Beach, and council should acquire the Esso property next year. It’s ideally situated for public use by residents and tourists alike.

Richard Berg, Port Alberni

Trade treaty ‘speculation’ To the Editor,

Since they were not adequately consulted and accommodated, it’s no wonder Hupacasath First Nations petitioned Canada’s court prior to government ratifying the Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPA) with China. Incredibly, it seems colonial attitudes still reign. First Nations know, as history teaches, that “most treaties have been characterized by insufficient compensation for land conveyed” (A

Layperson’s Guide To Treaty Rights in Canada, Daniel J. Kuhlen, University of Saskatchewan Native Law Centre, 1985). Example: the Toquaht First Nations experience with the Toquaht Bay marina campground and boat launch which, even though acquired through treaty negotiations .... turned out to be a raw deal with contaminated soil. With all due respect, Chief Justice Paul Crampton’s Aug.26th ruling against the Hupacasath Nations’ legal challenge— stating how “the potential adverse impacts (of FIPA) are speculative in nature” (Alberni Valley News, Aug.29)—makes no sense. As a “business risk in hope of gain”, FIPA is the very definition of “speculation” according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, which means any potential positive impacts are just as “speculative in nature” as any negative ones. Business and development is speculative, which is why all parties affected must be consulted and accommodated.

Liz Stonard, Port Alberni

TPP like NAFTA ‘on steroids’ To the Editor,

Do you remember the election debate over the Free Trade Agreement with the US (FTA) in 1988 or the public debate over the North American Free Trade agreement (NAFTA) in 1992-93? Do you remember when the U.S. published the details of the Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA) in 2001? Why is it that governments no longer think it makes sense to make the economic and social benefits of deals like the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) understandable to the public? The TPP is like NAFTA on steroids and involves 12 Pacific Rim countries. The negotiations have been kept secret but leaks of draft copies have revealed the true intent. Although the TPP is called a trade agreement it is more of a corporate rights agreement. Only two of the 26 chapters under negotiation have to do with trade.

The other 24 include how a government regulates corporate activity, what Crown corporations can and cannot do, how long pharmaceutical patents or copyright terms should be, how the Internet is governed, the sharing of personal information across borders, banking and taxation rules and when a company or investor should be compensated when environmental or public health policies interfere with profits. The TPP threatens community-led public policy by including investor rights’ chapter and investor-state dispute process that would let companies sue governments in secret tribunals when public policies interfere with profits. The public policy could be legal, fair and indiscriminate and still face corporate lawsuits demanding hundreds of millions and sometimes billions of dollars in compensation. The Council of Canadians is calling on the federal government to make all TPP chapters public.

Paul Manly, Nanaimo

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A SeASon of CreAtion This year, leading up to Thanksgiving, we are trying something new at Trinity. We are focusing on a Season of Creation. Why? Because … a) God is first of all the Creator of all life. b) Humans were created as a part of nature. c) Creation and the goodness of God’s Creation needs to be celebrated. d) Creation-focused worship gives us an opportunity to reflect spiritually on environmental concerns and lead us to a new commitments to care for God’s good earth . e) We can explore news ways of understanding ways in which Christ and the Spirit are active in Creation. We certainly welcome all to join us in the series… more importantly, we invite all to reflect on this wonderful world in which we ‘live and move and have our being.’

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Agencies team up for suicide talk

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Nanaimo-Alberni MP James Lunney, right, discusses the merits of a Pacific Pilsner created by Pacific Western Brewing Co. brewmaster Henryk Orlik, left, and PWB owner Kazuko Komatsu.

Brewery puts up $20K for salmon The Pacific Western Brewing (PWB) Community Foundation has established a $20,000 fund to support grassroots salmon enhancement initiatives in British Columbia. Brewery owner Kazuko Komatsu said: “When our representatives visit communities on the Coast and along the Fraser and Skeena rivers they hear a common theme of concern about the pressing need to replenish our precious wild salmon stocks. “Hundreds of tireless volunteers are working hard in BC communities to rebuild salmon stocks and rehabilitate

streams. PWB wants to help. “Pacific Western Brewing is a proud home-grown brewery, a proud job creator and an equally proud community builder.” The announcement of the fund came at a special event in Port Alberni in conjunction with that community’s annual salmon derby. In the weeks and months ahead the PWB team will be visiting other communities to engage with local salmon enhancement stakeholders. The PWB Community Foundation will be seeking and adjudicating requests for support later this fall.

West Coast Aquatic director, co-chair of the Nahmint Enhancement Team and Alberni Valley Enhancement Association member Bob Cole said: “I applaud Pacific Western Brewing’s initiative. “On behalf of all the volunteers who work hard saving and enhancing our West Coast salmon resource – stream keepers, hatchery volunteers, committee members and advocates – when a responsible corporation like Pacific Western Brewing helps with the most pressing challenge of funding, it makes our efforts worthwhile.”

Several Port Alberni agencies have teamed up to create the first annual Suicide Prevention and Awareness community event. Elia Nicholson-Nave from Kuu-us Crisis Line Society, Gloria Fred and Judy Rumney from the Tseshaht First Nation and Susan Massop from the Alberni-Clayoquot Metis Association are some of the people who have organized the event taking place Wednesday, Sept. 11 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Clutesi Haven Marina. Representatives from the Hupacasath First Nation have also been involved in preparing this informational event. “This event is about celebrating life,” says Nicholson-Nave. Organizers feel it’s time to bring the subject of suicide out in the open and to bring awareness to the public about it.

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Gloria Fred, from left, of the Tseshaht First Nation, Elia Nicholson-Nave from Kuu-us Crisis Line Society, Judy Rumney from the Tseshaht and Susan Massop from the Alberni-Clayoquot Metis Association have helped organize the event.

The free event will include information booths from service providers, “Chicken Soup for the Soul”, facepainting for kids and a Circle of Life cakewalk to name a few. For more information, please call 250-723-4050.

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School spawns inner sandwich artists SANDRA GENTLEMAN

Healthy Living

t’s that time of year again for parents to find their creativity to make lunches for kids returning to school. Being organized and getting prepared before the school day helps to make brown bag lunches more nutritious, economical and exciting. If you get the kids involved in buying and preparing foods, it usually helps for lunch bags to come home empty at the end of the school day. Even though many food companies

have developed and marketed smallsize, kid-friendly “lunchables” type foods for school, these processed/ packaged food products tend to be very high in salt, fat and sugar and low in important nutrients, such as many vitamins/minerals and fibre. To keep the balance of good nutrition in mind, aim for half of the contents of a lunch bag to be vegetables and fruits. Offering kids the chance to pick out some of their favourites in the produce aisle with the idea that these items will be part of their school lunch should

help ensure children actually eat their lunch. Some examples are cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, snap peas, celery or turnip sticks, broccoli or cauliflower florets, radishes, half of a banana, grape cluster, small pear, apple slices, mandarin orange, blueberries, cherries, mango spears, pineapple rings, cantaloupe cubes and grapefruit chunks. Getting kids involved with choosing specific vegetables and fruits helps keep them interested in lunch items. Also, it helps them to feel they have some control over what foods to eat.

Principles For Living Three to Six Months; the Essential Window So you want to change part of your health? Learn a skill? Play a musical instrument? Learn a new language? Get fit? Change the alignment of your teeth? How long does it take to learn a skill or change a physical part of you in a real and lasting way? Is it three to six days, three to six weeks, three to six months or three to six years? Drum roll please……the answer is three to six months! Is Chiropractic care any different? Think of the beating you have inflicted on your spine. Being firstborn and having to pave the way through that narrow canal for your younger siblings to follow, repeated falls on your tailbone as a toddler learning to walk, swinging only right to left in baseball, golf or volleyball, traumas to your spine in the form of car accidents or falls…… They all add up and leave an impression. And it’s those repeated cumulative layers that create an injured or misaligned pattern even in the absence of any spinal discomfort or pain. If you want to get a healthier spine, a spine that is supple and moving healthfully, it will take time. Your spine, your lifeline, should move well enough to slow down its own rate of degeneration. It should move enough to keep the buildup of decay from becoming degenerative arthritis. And the older you are and the more wear and tear that you have inflicted on your spine, the longer true healthful change will take to happen. Nor will it be easy. If you begin naturopathy, physiotherapy, massage, chiropractic, yoga, or pilates, expect to take two steps forwards and one step backwards. Each of the above health approaches will demand change in your tissues and as a result, your body may complain as it has to rewalk the path of some of its old injuries that were never truly fixed. But as you get deeper into your spinal care, by that three to six month period, you should feel more movement, more health, more life and more energy. It will be worth it. Will it be now or later? Or have you had enough of later? Peace, Carl

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than we realize, and possibly detrimental in the long term. To keep things interesting, surprise your child with a silly note, cartoon or photo to offer a midday reminder from the comfort of home. For some children, a six-hour day spent with 30 other kids can be emotionally exhausting and having a brief mental break and reminder of home can offer some balance to their long day. A special treat once in a while, such as a brownie, cookie or cupcake can help brighten a child’s day, but isn’t necessary for a regular addition. Often, sweet treats

are given out at school for birthdays and other holidays and don’t have to be offered in their daily lunch too. For older kids, provide them with the tools to pack their own lunches. Stock the fridge/cupboards with healthy foods. Have small containers, ice packs and thermoses available and ready for their lunch bags. The night before school is a good time for the kids to organize their lunch supplies, make sandwiches/wraps, cut vegetables, fruits and get other items ready for a smooth flowing morning. Look for some new

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Children typically can go through “food jag” periods and request the same item day after day. This behaviour is normal and doesn’t mean that your child is “picky”. Generally, as other items are continually offered by parents/caregivers, most kids will grow out of this phase and they will soon be more open to variety again. Often times, labelling someone as picky can stick with the child, which will make variety for food options even more challenging for parents in the future. What we say about (and to) our kids can be more powerful

Annual General Meeting and Delegate Selection meeting to NDP Convention (Nov 15-17) Sunday, 15 September, 2013 Steelworkers IWA Hall, 4904 Montrose Street, Port Alberni Registration 1:00 pm Meeting begins at 2:00 pm Reports and Election of Officers Everyone Welcome

ways to serve old favourites, such as pitas or wraps instead of bread. Offer the fixings to build their own sandwich at lunch with the filling separate from the bread portion. Have an inside-out sandwich by adding some mustard or lowfat mayo to a piece of lean deli meat, then wrapping it around a bread stick. Send a container of salad fixings and low-fat dressing, along with a pita and hummus, or other healthy spread, with yogurt and small apple or dried fruit. Other healthy options for school lunches: • Avocado cut in half with cottage cheese in place of the pit • Sandwiches such as egg salad, tuna, salmon, turkey salad, mashed beans with veggies or bacon/ lettuce in wraps or whole grain bread • Baked beans, buttered noodles with cheese, and spinach or ham/pineapple pizza • Picnic items such as potato salad, coleslaw and macaroni salad • Chunky soups, stews and clam chowder. • Leftovers from dinner revived with some fresh additions. Plus, remember to include calcium boosters, such as milk, yogurt, Minigos, yogurt drinks, puddings, almond milk, soy milk or cheese strings. With some organization and communication with children about healthy preferences, preparing school lunch meals can be another chance in the home to offer fun, teachable moments about healthy eating with kids. Sandra Gentleman is a local dietitian and steward of Canal Beach.

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Carnival’s just a way of life for Hauser family From / A3 He immigrated from Poland to Manitoba with his parents and older sister in 1927. A second sister was born after the family arrived.

His real first name is Ervin but that changed in school. “Everyone had nicknames then – slim, fatso, shorty. Someone called me ‘Bingo’ and it just

stuck.” Today, Hauser and wife Jackie have been married for more than 60 years. The couple has one son and daughter. The Hausers’ grandson and great-grandson both work with carnival operations. In 1944, Hauser tried to pick up work with a carnival in Brandon, Manitoba. He was too young though and was told to come back the following year. “I started working with Conklin Shows under a man named Charlie Lucas from New York,” Hauser said. “My first job was peeling potatoes and onions.” In 1948 he bought a lion that he named Simba, as well as a few rides and began to assemble the pieces of West Coast Amusements. Today, the operation runs more than 100 rides and 200 trucks, which it also leases out.

They no longer have live animals. “We’ve created a real monster,” Hauser said. He first rolled into Port Alberni with a couple of nickel digger machines and a few kiddie rides in 1964, “The year the tidal wave hit,” he said. The grounds were so muddy from rainstorms that a truck and tilt-a-whirl ride got stuck and had to be retrieved with a bulldozer a few weeks later. “Every place we’ve gone to has a story. You might not like it when it happens but you can look back on it and laugh about it later,” Hauser said. The mill smell — which no carny worker was used to in 1964 — is long gone. But Hauser still recognizes some people who have been coming to the fall fair since he first arrived,

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Bingo Hauser pauses by a ride that hasn’t yet been assembled at the fairgrounds, Tuesday.

he said. West Coast Amusements travels throughout BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Maritimes as well as the US. Entertainment

options are more numerous and technical today, but carnivals remain a strong draw, Hauser said. “The fairs are down this year but there will always be a carnival just like

there will always be things like rodeos.” For all of the fun it provides, West Coast Amusements is still a business, and doing business on the Island is getting harder. “Fuel prices are increasing, same with ferry fare — I remember when it was just a couple of bucks,” Hauser said. “In Europe carnivals stay put for awhile. The rides use electricity too and this reduces costs.” Hauser has a promise to fulfill on this trip to Alberni. One employee who worked with West Coast Amusements for more than 60 years died of natural causes during last year’s fall fair in Port Alberni. “He liked it here and wanted some of his ashes spread here. He was like family and I’m going to do that for him,” Hauser said. reporter@albernivalleynews.com Twitter.com/AlberniNews

Boyko family steeped in logging tradition From / A3 Out-of-work men and families left the Valley for greener pastures and this had a lateral effect on logger sports, he said. “Young people today don’t necessarily have an interest in it because they don’t have a family history of it,” he said. “And physically, it is a very

demanding sport. You need to be skilled and safe and that takes time.” Boyko has seen several changes in logger sports over the years. There are fewer events and some – like cable eye splicing — have been eliminated. At competitions, four to five out of 20 competitors

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are loggers, and the rest work in other professions, often white collar. And logger sports competitions are larger in Europe than Canada now, he said. Boyko and wife Jean have been married for 56 years. Jean also competes in the axe throw and sawyer events, winning multiple ladies’ world and Canadian championships. She is also the main organizer for local logger sports events. Boyko’s son Mike

is a stellar logging sports competitor, as is his daughter Janice—a skilled axe thrower. “I packed it in when Mike started to beat me. That was it,” Boyko said. Today, Boyko MC’s for logger sports events all over Canada and the United States. And he tools around with a vast collection of axes and sawblades, often imparting advice about them, and working on them for international competitors.

Logger sports isn’t the only thing that has endured in Boyko’s lifetime. He’s lived to see another generation of his family continue with the sport. Both of his grandsons are learning the ropes: one is a log birler and the other an axe thrower. “I started by cutting kindling for my mother when I was a kid. I had to fill the box at night. That’s the age you have to get them,” he said. reporter@albernivalleynews.com

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‘Sterling’ coho wins Salmon Fest derby WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON

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he winner of the 42nd Annual Salmon Festival and Derby had no idea his fish would be the winner when he caught it. Angler Sterling Robinson won the $10,000 first prize for the 17-pound coho he caught on Saturday near Assits Island in Barkley Sound. Jim Freeman collected the prize in place of Robinson, whose job as a paper maker took him to Gibsons on Monday. It’s the first time in the event’s history that a winner wasn’t present to collect, event organizer Dan Washington said. But in a telephone interview with the News, Robinson said he felt ecstatic about winning. “I feel pretty happy – no, I feel very happy that I’m the winner,” said Robinson. “I wasn’t expecting this. I thought maybe fish of the day on Saturday.” Robinson grew up in Sooke, B.C. but participated in Port Alberni’s salmon derby with his father while growing up. This derby is the 23rd one he’s entered since becoming an adult, he said. Robinson said the fish starting hitting right away as soon as he put his line in the water on Saturday morning. He was using a ‘Spring King’ fishing lure with no bait when he reeled in

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down this year as evidenced by more lulls than usual at event venues. Washington wondered aloud whether there will be an event next year or not. “Our fixed costs like insurance, flagging and security remain the same each year. We have to crunch the numbers yet but it’s going to be a close call.” Re-vamping the kids’ corner and adjusting the stage so it faced toward venues instead of at water worked well, Washington said. “The bands did a great job too. I think there were more people watching them than in the beer garden.” There was a hiccup during the beginning of the fireworks on Friday. “I have to check into that. The finale sure made up for it though,” he said. More than 1,000 fishermen participated in the derby and caught approximately 1,348 fish, Washington said.

Alberni Salmon Fest organizer Dan Washington, left, presents a $10,000 cheque and trophy to Jim Freeman, centre, and Holden Freeman. The pair were a proxy for winner Sterling Robinson. my case,” said West, the big one, he said. “I didn’t think it was who held up the two the winner right away. fish. “I’m going to argue the guy about We kept fishing for it,” Freeman said. a few hours, stopped Daily winners and fuelled up then included on Saturday: brought it in to be Shane McVay, weighed. Darcy Neufeld and “It wasn’t big but Robinson. Saturday’s it was fat. I was winners: Rick West, pleasantly surprised Colin McMeekin and at the weight.” Pete Milliken. And Robinson said on Sunday: Adam he and his friends Dockendorff, Charlie checked the weigh Maedel and Taylor station and listened Steel. to the radio daily to The derby was keep tabs on other a success as far fish being brought in. as organization, “The wait was pretty volunteers and fun, stressful but it was fun. I mean, this is the Washington said. But attendance was salmon derby and you reporter@albernivalleynews.com can’t beat the salmon derby.” City of Robinson said he has plans for his Port Alberni $10,000 windfall. “I’m going to upgrade my thinking of stArting boat. Maybe buy a A business? new gun. We’ll see,” he said. The City has prepared a Contestant Rick Business Information Guide & West, whose 15-pound coho was second a Community Profile. heaviest behind See them on the City’s Economic Robinson’s, engaged Development webpages at in a friendly debate www.portalberni.ca/node/199 with Freeman about the winning fish by the cooler holding the For more information call goods. Stephanie Stevens “Look at them. Look at 250.720.2835 at the difference. I rest

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Support for an antiviolence walk in Port Alberni received a luke-warm response from the Alberni Clayoquot Regional District board earlier this month. Walk the Talk organizer Andy Callicum spoke to the ACRD board Aug. 14 about the 118 km walk he is organizing for Sept. 20–22. The walk would take place around Port Alberni with funds raised going towards local Canadian Red Cross violence and abuse prevention programs. Callicum’s goal is to raise $6,000; he has raised about $1,200 so far. He explained that he organized this walk because of his involvement with the Red Cross and because he views this is an important cause. “I don’t see these kinds of programs here,” Callicum said. However, chief administrative officer Russell Dyson said there is no regional district money available to help fund this event. “Funding for that would traditionally come out of grants-inaid,” Dyson told the

board. Just before Callicum spoke, the board agreed to give $2,500 to Jericho Road Church for their celebrity basketball event in October, leaving $1,000 in the ACRD’s special events fund. However, Dyson said Callicum’s walk does not meet the criteria to be labeled as a special event for ACRD funding purposes. Callicum then invited the directors to walk a lap with him, which is 13 km. However, the weekend of the walk coincides with the end of the Union of British Columbia Municipalities meeting in Vancouver, which most local politicians plan attend. The Reconciliation Canada Walk, a walk based on renewing relationships with Aboriginal people is also scheduled for that weekend, with talk of one being held in Port Alberni. “We as a board are committed to the Reconciliation Walk,” said Long Beach director Tony Bennett, who suggested that the ACRD give in-kind services, like photocopy service and office supplies to Callicum. eporter@albernivalleynews.com

Province funds NTC buy-local initiative Nuu-chah-nulth nations are getting in on a provincial buylocal initiative. The Ministry of Agriculture announced that the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council is receiving $25,000 in buy-local program funding. The money will be used to underwrite the tribal council’s T’aaq-wiihak initiative, which sees fish caught on the West Coast and marketed to restaurants, processors and consumers. T’aaq-wiihak is a Nuu-chah-nulth word meaning “fishing with permission of the

chiefs”. No information was available about which five tribes are participating. The money is part of $118,000 that has been distributed to five different Island organizations including the BC Salmon Marketing Council, the Victoria Downtown Public Market Society, the Sooke Region Food Community Health Initiative and the BC Salmon Farmers Association. The buy local progam offers successful applicants matching funds up to $100,000 to launch or expand local food marketing campaigns.

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Community Events SEPT. 5-8 ◆ Alberni District Fall Fair at the fall fair grounds on Vimy Street. Grounds open from 5-11 p.m. on Thursday: admission: $3.

SEPT. 7-8 ◆ ISLAND OFFROAD RACING at Woodwards pit. 1 p.m. Visit www. islandoffroadracing.ca for more information.

WED. SEPT. 11 ◆ SUICIDE AWARENESS EVENT from 5:307:30 p.m. Chicken soup, face painting and referral services on site.

THUR. SEPT. 12 ◆ Jam Night at Carly’s Lounge, 4963 Angus St. tarts: 8:30 p.m. No cover charge.

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◆ GREATEST ADVENTURE IN HISTORY TOUR at Char’s Landing on Argyle Street. For all ages. From 8-11 p.m. Cost: $12.

SAT. SEPT. 14 ◆ SPECIAL OLYMPICS AGM at Rainbow Lanes on Fourth Avenue. Starts: 9:30 a.m. Cost; $10.

TUE. SEPT. 17 ◆ FREE COMPUTER SECURITY SEMINAR by Norman Silverstone at Port Alberni Library, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Register: 250-7239511.

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SAT. SEPT. 21 ◆ “FINDING MY WAY” BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP 2-4:30 p.m., 10 session at the Alberni Valley Hospice Society’s Ty House. Register by calling Ruth at 250-7234478.

SAT. SEPT. 28 ◆ DANCE NIGHT at Carly’s Lounge, 4963 Angust St. From 9:301:30 a.m. No cover.

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SEPT. 20-22 ◆ WALK THE TALK a violence and abuse prevention fundraiser for Red Cross prevention programs. The walk is 118 km over three days,

◆ COMPASSIONATE VOLUNTEERS are needed at the Alberni Hospice/Ty Watson House. Training session starts Oct. 5 for 12 sessions. An

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OCT. 5-6 ◆ ISLAND OFFROAD RACING at Woodwards pit. 1 p.m. Visit www. islandoffroadracing.ca for more information.

ONGOING ◆ ALBERNI VALLEY STARFLEET CHAPTER meets the second Thursday of every month. At Echo Centre, 6 p.m. For info. call 250-7247293. ◆ FREE DROP-IN at Hilton Centre, 4325 Neill St. On Mondays from 10-11 a.m. For parents of children up to age five. Call 250735-3022. ◆ FUN NIGHT on Friday nights at Legion Branch No. 293, 4680 Victoria Quay.

Starts at 5 p.m. Food available. Nominal admission fee. ◆ JAM SESSIONS every Sunday at Legion Branch No. 293. From 2-7 p.m. ◆ SUNSHINE CLUB book club. Meets every second Thursday from 12:45 - 2:15 pm in the Hemlock Room at Echo Centre. For more info call Alexander or Pat Miller at 250-724-2246. ◆ FUN DARTS at Legion Branch No. 293. From 2:30-4:30 p.m. every Tuesday. ◆ MEAT DRAW, at Legion Branch No. 293. Saturday’s from 2-5 p.m. ◆ Do you have an item for our calendar? If so, please contact our newsroom at editor@ albernivalleynews.com

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Winston and Shiela Joseph celebrate 50 years of living in Port Alberni at the Hospitality Inn with two of their daughters, Janis and her two children Madeline and Michael, Judy Joseph-Black, far right, with her husband Bob Black. The Joseph’s were overwhelmed when a local physician said that 50 years was cause to celebrate and footed the bill for the celebration. Guests came from all over to see this couple who call Port Alberni home.

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Offroad racers on track Sept. 7–8 Island Offroad Racing continues its summer series with two days of racing this Saturday, Sept. 7 and Sunday, Sept. 8 at Woodwards Pit. This is the secondto-last weekend event of the 2013 season. Following are the results from the July 27–28 weekend: Men’s obstacle short wheelbase — 1 Warren Johnson, 2 Ryan Deederly, 3 Tyler Cornhill. Long wheelbase — 1 John Nyhuus, 2 Dave Hamilton, 3 Kyle Sanders. Ladies obstacle — 1 Carol Laverdure, 2 Elaine Ranger, 3 Kristen Stephens. Team relay — 1 John Nyhuus, Marty

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An offroad racer gets some air in the back 40 during a July event at Woodwards Pit.

Deederly, Dave Hamilton; 2 Ryan Deederly, Arnie Henslow, Lawrence Ranger; 3 Pete Danneburg, Ray Lover, Darryl Hickey. Street legal drags— 1 Branden Antonichuk, 2 Ryan Deederly, 3 Steve Kurath.

Ladies drags — 1 Carol Laverdure, 2 Elaine Ranger. Buggy drags — 1 Arnie Henslow, 2 Bruce Duck, 3 Lucas Filmor. Quad drags — 1 Tom Verbrugge, 2 Craig Mitchell, 3 Dave Hamilton. Street and trail C

— 1 Warren Johnson, 2 Pete Danneburg, 3 Steve Kurath. Street and trail B — 1 John Nyhuus, 2 Lawrence Ranger, 3 Warren Johnson. Comp mod drags — 1 Ray Lover, 2 Dave Hamilton, 3 Warren Johnson. Sportsman wheel to wheel — 1 Kyle Sanders, 2 Elaine Ranger, 3 Steve Kurath. Buggy wheel to wheel — 1 Arnie Henslow, 2 Lucas Filmor. Heavy metal wheel to wheel — 1 Warren Johnson, 2 John Nyhuus, 3 Tyler Cornhill. For directions and more info on the racing club, go online to www. islandoffroadracing. ca.

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HOCKEY: | Teams head to BCHL Showcase. SUSAN QUINN ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

The Alberni Valley Bulldogs have pared their roster to 22 players following a pair of exhibition losses to Nanaimo last weekend. The Bulldogs dropped both games to the Nanaimo Clippers, 5-3 on the road and 3-1 at home. “We’re not going to read too much into the losses,” head coach and general manager Kevin Willison said. “Those games are to identify some weak links and

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Bulldogs winger Garrett Dunlop, right, tries to shake Nanaimo Clipper blueliner Stephen Penner late in the third period, Saturday.

some of the players that are borderline or not able to play at this level.” Willison said he

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KEENE; Frank Bennett passed away unexpectedly in the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at 66 years of age. Predeceased by his parents Thomas and Florence Keene and his nephew Sean Keene. Frank is survived by his daughter Tara Audet (Colyn), grandchildren Emma and Andrew, brother Larry (Lynda), nieces and nephews: Shannon Keene, Megan Keene, Tyler Keene, Raili Keene, Brad Gulstene and Courtney Gulstene as well as Wanda the mother of his children and many other friends. Frank worked for the Plywood Mill and APD prior to getting the job he really enjoyed, working for the City. Upon his retirement, he dedicated his time and attention to his grandkids. Frank enjoyed sports, basketball in his early days and fast pitch softball in later years. A celebration of Frank’s life will be held on Sunday, September 8, 2013 at 2:00pm at the Italian Canadian Hall, 4065 6th Avenue. Cremation has already taken place. Stories and condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www. chapelofmemories.ca. Frank’s cremated remains will be laid to rest in Alberni Valley Memorial Gardens. Chapel of Memories Funeral Directors 250-723-3633

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Few reasons are more compelling to grab a spot on the 2013 Tour de Rock team than to help give your own son and other children a fighting chance to beat cancer. Const. Misty Dmytar, 39, is relatively new to the Nanaimo RCMP detachment, but she and her two-year-old son, Griffyn, are well known in the Comox Valley where she served until recently, and to Tour de Rock teams from the last couple of years. She is one of two riders from the Nanaimo area, joining Const. Ed de Jong, who is based at the detachment on Gabriola Island. When Griffyn was just four days old he was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a rare form of infant cancer that presents about 50-70 cases a year in Canada. Dmytar and her partner had to get Griffyn into treatment immediately. “Griffyn was the youngest they’d ever seen that had come in with neuroblastoma,” Dmytar said. Surgeons took a tumour the size of a baseball, weighing 230 grams, off of his right adrenal gland. They took the gland too. Initial treatment produced positive results, but an ultrasound taken a few months later revealed a tumour on Griffyn’s other adrenal gland and spots on his liver. Five months of chemotherapy treatment halted the disease. The tumour shrunk to half its size and the spots on his liver are still there, but the disease has been effectively dormant since 2010. For now and hopefully forever, Griffyn has

Photos by Chris Bush and Auren Ruvinsky

Tour de Rock riders Misty Dmytar, left, with her son Griffyn, a cancer survivor; Ed de Jong; and Jesse Foreman are all motivated to participate in Cops for Cancer by different experiences, but they’re hoping their efforts pay off in improving the lives for children and families who are going through cancer. beaten cancer. He returns for more tests this month. In the meantime, Dmytar is training for the tour, which starts Sept. 21. Combined with fundraising, it’s a big commitment for a mother of two who works 12-hour shifts. Const. Ed de Jong, 43, is a recent arrival to the central Island region. He moved to Gabriola with his family in January after serving in Terrace, B.C. His reason for getting in the saddle for the 2013 Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock is simply to offer something back to the community in which he works. “For me, being in the position I’m in as an RCMP member, the ability to give back to the community is a big thing for me and just the fact that this event supports kids with cancer makes it such an easy decision to do,” de Jong said. With two children – a son, 11,

and daughter, 14 – who are healthy, de Jong counts his blessings. His father-in-law is a cancer survivor. Living on Gabriola Island means catching a ferry to Nanaimo to meet up with other team members for training rides out of Parksville and Nanaimo. The time and transportation restrictions have translated into de Jong doing most of his training alone on Gabriola roads. A 90-kilometre ride means three laps around the island. Oceanside RCMP’s Tour de Rock rider Cpl. Jesse Foreman said he was inspired to get involved by “looking at my own healthy kids and when I saw some who weren’t healthy I wanted to do something.” His boys are currently seven and nine, making their understanding and support important to Foreman as he squeezes training between his family and full-time job at the Oceanside detachment where he’s in charge of community policing.

Like his fellow riders, he’s been touched by cancer in his family with a grandfather, aunt and uncle all dealing with the disease on some level. He is also inspired by five-yearold Lucas, the junior rider he’s been teamed up with. The local kid was in and out of the hospital for eight months and lost his kidney to cancer, but is now in remission. Foreman said that other than having to go back to Children’s Hospital every four months for tests until he’s 18, “you can’t tell him apart from any other kid.” For these three riders, they say it’s the least they can do to support these kids. “The more money we raise through Tour de Rock, the more chance these kids have and the better the treatments that will come out,” Dmytar said. photos@nanaimobulletin.com writer@pqbnews.com

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THE ARTS Audition for Oz musical

Portal Players Dramatic Society is holding auditions for its musical The Wizard of Oz, set to play at The Capitol Theatre in February and March 2014. Roles include the main character actors (singing required), along with chorus (which may include some minor acting parts and /or off stage chorus only). If you are interested in trying out for this musical, audition dates are as follows: • Sunday, Sept. 22, 2–4 p.m. • Monday, Sept. 23, 7–9 p.m. • Tuesday, Sept. 24, 7–9 p.m. Auditions will be at the Capitol Theatre, 4904 Argyle St. For more information, please go to atthecapitol. org or contact capitoltheatre@shaw. ca. A wide range of acting ages are welcome to audition, from children to seniors. Adults will be required to warm up with scales, sing the first verse of O Canada (in English) and perform a cold reading from the musical. Children will be required to sing the first verse of O Canada (in English) and tell a joke. Those under 16 years old will require a parent or guardian to attend the audition. All applicants must fill in the pre-audition form to the best of their ability – the form can be downloaded from the Portal Players website. Actors chosen for callbacks will be required to attend a follow-up audition on Oct. 1 at the theatre at 7 p.m. Rehearsals will tentatively take place on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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DRAMA / Let’s Murder Marsha. Sept. 20

Arts district creates grant the grant program, please call Joe Lamoureux at 250724-4666 or Theresa Kingston at 250-7202506.

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The Arrowsmith Rotary Club will implement an Arts District Grant Program to support further development of the Rotary Arts District. The program will provide assistance to individuals, organizations or businesses interested in participating in activities that benefit the community specifically through enhancing the Rotary Arts District. The program is not restricted to charitable or nonprofit organizations. In order to be eligible to apply for a grant, the participant must have attended

Anthony show closes Sept. 14 Rollin Art Centre’s current exhibit features the oil and acrylic landscapes and seascapes of artist Elissa Anthony, but only until Sept. 14. Submitted photo

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Centre. To reserve a spot in the workshop, call Echo Centre at 250-723-2181. For information on

Rollin closed until Sept. 10 The Rollin Art Centre will be closed for its annual summer closure, re-opening Tuesday, Sept. 10 at 11 a.m. Melissa Martin is the arts administrator for the community arts council.

Croatia in focus for photo tour North Island College professional photography instructor Paul Bailey will lead a custom designed photography tour to Croatia from May 8–18, 2014. The tour, offered through Langara College’s Continuing Studies travel program, is open to everyone and not just students currently registered in any college courses or programs. This limited enrolment tour emphasizes documentation of stunning landscapes and the country’s vibrant daily life. Croatia’s rich history, picturesque scenery and attractive ancient towns await the participants’ lenses.

“With the sublime stretch of the Dalmation Adriatic coast and many UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Croatia has long been regarded as a mustsee destination,” says Bailey. Itineraries, costs and registration are available on line at www.langara.bc.ca/ continuing-studies/ programs-andcourses/programs/ croatia-photographytour/index.html or by contacting Bailey at 250-334-5051. An information presentation is planned for 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 26 at North Island College’s Courtenay campus in the Fine Arts building, Raven Hall, room R-107B.

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~ Log Home - 5 Bdrm/31/2 Bath on 10 ACRES ! ~ Incl: Lovely 2 Bdrm, Mortgage Helper w/ Fireplace ~ Barn for Horses, etc. & 4 Mins. to Town ! ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#353004

NEW

PRIC

88,000

209,900

$ VIEWS! VIEWS! VIEWS!

2416 Anderson Ave.

4575 Wellington

~ Privately Set 5 Bdrm./2 Bath on .33 Acre Lot ~ 3300 sq.ft Views from Deck & Every Room ! ~ Gardener’s Paradise, 2 Wood Fireplaces & Much MORE ! ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#349202

~ Priced to Sell on Near 1/2 ACRE ! ~ Privately Set 3 Bdrm. + Lower Level Ready for Finishing! ~ Incredible Views, Incredible Family Neighbourhood! ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com

ICUM

L QUA

225,000

199,900

SPECTACULAR HORNE LAKE

REVENUE PROPERTY !

~ Short Drive To P.a.-Private .33 Acre Lot ~ Gorgeous 83Ft. Lakefront...Cottage/Retreat ~ Mins. To Qualicum, Golfing, Quaint Shops... ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#340097

~ Suite Up + Suite Down w/ $1800 Revenue/mn. - Well Maintained w/Fully Fenced Yard; Good Tenants - Walk to Downtown, Bus Stop & Beautiful Waterfront & Marinas ! ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#353004

Lot 240 Sunset Terrace Horne Lake

NEW

PRIC

185,000

5230 Gordon Avenue ~ 2 Bdrm/2 Bath Mobile on 2.25 ACRES! - Privately Set Back & Mins. to Town... - Build Your Dream Home While Living in Mobile ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#349202

229,900

PRICED WELL - WELL BUILT

5755 Brown Road

~ Family Neighborhood - 5 Bdrm/3 Bath ~ Floor to Ceiling FP in LR, Woodstove in FR ~ Wrap Deck, Fenced Yard, Wrkshp., RV Parking & MORE ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#357993

4879 Athol St.

CRAIG ROAD BUILDING LOT

~ Lovely 3 Bdrm/2 Bath w/12x16 Deck ~ Self-Contained 1Bdrm. Inlaw Suite w/Luxury 5 Pce. Ensuite. ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#342811

~ Lg. 0.19 Lot In Most Sought After Area ~ Partially Fenced, Mountain Views ~ Amenities, Schools, Golf Courses, Marinas In Mins. ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#341057

3993 Anderson Ave.

MLS#348222

ECHO AREA INVESTMENT

6940 Debeaux Rd.

Privately set 5.71 ACRES with 3000 sq.ft. 5 Bdrms. 2 Bath Home in Wonderful Cherry Creek. Looking for a Place to Grow your Very Own Vegetables or Need Some Room for a Horses and Chickens? Its All Here for You. The Children will Love the Open Spaces to Play. This Home also an In-Law Suite for Relatives or a Great Extra Income. You don’t Need to Worry about a Well as this Home is on Cherry Creek water. Close to Historic Mclean Mill and only Minutes to downtown Port Alberni. And don’t forget the Low Low Taxes. Here’s a Property That Simply Speaks For Itself; Have A Look and Get It While You Can ! MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com. Call Chuck direct in Port Alberni @ 250-735-5758 for Listing Realtor Info. and Your Personal Tour Today.

423,000

499,900

PRIVATELY SET ACREAGE !

579,900

ICUM

L QUA

525,000

~ Wonderful Opportunity on Beautiful Horne Lake... ~ Under Construction - 1125 Sq.ft. Cabin ( Guest Trailer Incl) ~ Level .22 Acre Lot/63 Ft. of Lakefront. Low Strata Fees... ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#349942

~ 60’x124’ Level Lot in Upscale Established Neighborhood ! - Mountain Views, Walking Distance to Rec. Facilities, Schools, College... - Bring Your Plans to This Incomparable Building Site.... ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#352924

579,900

LUXURY BEACH HOUSE

EXTRAORDINARY 21 ACRES

~ 10 ACRES in Famous Qualicum Beach (zoning for 2 Acre Lots) ~ 5 Mins. to Beach, Village, 1 Blk. to School.... ~ Incredible Development Opportunity/ Holding Property... ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#354073

~ Beautiful 2.11 ACRES bordering on Parkland ! ~ Open Plan LR, DR, Kit, w/French Doors to Deck... ~ Skylights, 3 Economical Heating Sources, Newer Roof.... ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#353013

~ Award Winning Arbutus Home; Lg. Private Lot... ~ Essential Upgrades totaling $35,000 ~ 3 Bdrm/2Bath, Media Room, Shared Clubhouse, ~ 750ft Private Beach & Much MORE ! ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#351056

~ Beautifully Reno’d 3 Bdrm, 3 Bath Privately Set ~ Natural Setting, Organic Gardens, Newer Metal Roof & MORE ~ Walking Path to Bordering Stamp River ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#356934

NEW

I LIST

415,500

SPIDER LAKE AREA

SIMPLY SPECTACULAR

~ Rare 5 Acre Parcel (Drilled 25 GPM Well) ~ Build Your Dream Home/ Walk to Spider Lk ~ Minutes to seaside town of Qualicum Beach ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#358081

~ Absolutely Stunning 7 Bdrm. 5 Bath Custom Home ~ Includes 2 Bdrm. In Law Suite & Home Office Potential ~ 3 Marble FP’s, Heat Pump, 3 Decks, Dble Garage... ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com

Lot2 Spider Lk Qualicum

3987 Cedar Street

RICE

P NEW

699,900

SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT

9806 Stirling Arm ~ Nothing Compares; 4 Bdr / 2Bath on .81 ACRE ~ 3182 Sq.Ft., Heat Pump, Newer Deck & MORE... ~ New Dock, New Ramp - 110’ Private Sandy Beach ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com

3596 McKnight St.

319,900

18-5251 Island Hwy

239,000

98,900

PRIC

COLLEGE VIEW ESTATES LOT !

Lot 280 East Side Rd. Horne Lake

1275 Station Rd. Errington

NEW

AFFORDABLE LAKEFRONT/SHORT DRIVE TO PA

Lot 1Claymore Rd. Qualicum

EXTRAORDINARY INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

3871 Craig Road

8000 Beaver Cr. Rd.

LEGAL DUPLEX

4994 Ian Avenue ~ SxS Legal Duplex in North Port - Lovely Corner Lot ~ Each Side 2 Levels, 1600 sq.ft. Decks, Patios ~ Each Side 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath, Parking & MORE ~ MORE Photos & Audio Visual at onepercentrealty.com MLS#357154

PORT ALBERNI’S ONE PERCENT REALTY

We Do It All And MORE! Why Pay MORE?

EXPERT

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Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013 Alberni Valley News

Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts 24 hour direct: 250.723.SOLD (7653)

DAVE KOSZEGI RealtoR

Email: dave@midislandhomes.com Web: midislandhomes.com davekoszegi.com 723sold.com

RECREATIONAL PROPERTY! 0 ,90 $ 45

READY TO BUILD? T +GS

1146 &1150 7TH AVENUE

900 69,

5250 ADAMS PLACE

• Salmon Beach is a remote recreational village • On Barkley Sound, adjacent to Broken Group Islands

• Quiet neighbourhood surrounded with newer homes • 0.159 acre lot, sewer, water and hydro to the lot line

SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT! 00 9,0 $ 69

SPROAT LAKE PARADISE! 00 9,0 $ 94

8245 DICKSON DRIVE

8945 FABER ROAD

• Four bedroom, ﬁve bath, master with soaker tub and views • 100’ Walk on waterfront, Sandy Beach • Outdoor sleeping area, Overheight garage, double carport

• 4 bedroom, 3 bath home boasts astounding views • Updated, vaulted ceilings, newer wharf and 26x25 shop

UPLANDS SUBDIVISION! 0 ,90 $ 89

3565 BRACKEN LANE

•0.17 acre lot surrounded by green space •County living in the city close to all amenities

BEAUTIFUL SPROAT LAKE! 00 9,0 $ 82

9339 FABER ROAD

• Four Bedrooms, four baths, 100% suite ready for family • Southern exposure and serene lake views

Claire’s Corner CLAIRE HAS BUYER’S !

Looking to Purchase Country Property with 2+ Acres AS WELL AS a 1-3 Storey home with 4 bedrooms on one level! Thinking of Selling? Does your home fit the description? Give Claire a call! HUGE SHOP! 0 0 9,9 $ 18

HUGE SHOP! 00 6,0 $ 19

2762 7TH AVENUE

• Three bdrm, two bath private home, large living room • Fully fenced, detached single garage, views of the mountains

FAMILY HOME! 00 9,0 $ 25

4155 CLEGG CRES. NORTH

2527 15TH AVENUE

• 2 Bedroom, 2 bath classic South Port home • Energy efﬁcient, lg shop, new windows and heat pump

ATTENTION HORSE LOVERS! 00 5,9 $ 13

• Three bedroom, three bath, double garage and 2 wood ﬁreplaces • Great Neighbourhood, fully fenced yard, raised ﬂower beds

2587 1ST AVENUE

• 3 bedrrom 1 bath home with basement with in house workshop • Newer windows, roof, perimeter drains, plumbing and heat pump

Personal Real Estate Corporation

ATTENTION HORSE LOVERS! 9 ,99 9 7 $3

FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET! 00 9,0 $ 27

5890 SAUNDERS ROAD

• Four bedrooms, one bath, large living room on 0.53 Acre • Fully fenced, overheight carport, wood shed, chicken coup

Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts

REDFORD HEIGHTS! 0 ,00 0 5 $1

LOT 21 GILBERT PLACE

➧

LOTS OF LOTS

BRING YOUR BUILDING PLANS

➧

•0.23 Acre Corner Lot with beautiful views •Biggest lot in the cul-de-sac in a great neighbourhood

SPROAT LAKE-DAWSON’S LANDING! ST 0+G 0 9 , $269

SL 1 KYUNIM ROAD

• 0.43 acre lot fully serviced - electric, water, sewage to lot line • Astounding views, private, sandy pebble beach with wharf

INVESTOR ALERT! 00 2,5 $ 64

3970 7TH AVENUE

• 7 unit quality apartment complex • Covered RV parking, private decks & covered parking

IMMACULATE FAMILY HOME! 00 9,0 $ 21

BUILD YOUR DREAM! 0 ,90 $ 78

3158 SWEET AVENUE

• One of the nicest subdivisions in town • .33 acre lot in a cul-de-sac and quiet neighbourhood

BRAND NEW SPROAT LAKE HOME! 0 ,00 9 $ 59

5625 SILVERSPOON RD

• Three bedroom, three bath, open ﬂoor plan, 9’ ceilings • One acre, beautiful views of the mountains, lake access

FULLY RENOVATED! 00 9,0 $ 46

READY TO RETIRE? 00 5,0 $ 26

7303 BELL ROAD

• Four bdrm, three bath, three-years-young reno’s & addition • 2.5 acres, 40x30 shop, RV parking, two tier partially covered deck

11-3535 BURDE ST

• 55+ Burde Hill Estates is a secure gated community • Brand New Roof, Hot Water Tank & Perimeter Drains

POPULAR UPLANDS SUBDIVISION! 0 ,90 $ 79

3583 SWORDFERN LANE

• 0.18 acre lot, priced to sell & just waiting your building plans • Great neighbourhood, natural gas, hydro& services to lot

1.9 BEAUTIFUL ACRES! 00 9,9 $ 39

Affordable waterfront lots, get on the lake this summer! As low as $198,000!

PRIVATE ACREAGE IN KITSUKSIS AREA! 0 ,90 $ 79

LT 1 TOMSWOOD ROAD

•1.07 acre lot cleared and ready for your new home • Water to the lot & the soil is approved for septic system

ENCHANTING VICTORIAN ESTATE! 00 9,9 $ 54

5510 DUNDALK AVE NORTH

• Cherry Creek rancher with open concept and large kitchen • 2 car garage, carport for the boat and room for the RV

SOLID COMMERCIAL BUILDING!

5555 GOLDEN STREET

• Custom home on 2.26 acres was built in 1995 by a premier builder • Master craftsmanship throughout this 3600+ sqft 4 bdrm, 4 bath home

WESTPORTE PLACE LOT! 0 ,50 $ 76

5487 WOODLAND CRES. W

• 60x102 level lot features underground services • Close to Paper Mill Dam for ﬁshing, swimming & trails

THE ULTIMATE RESIDENCE! 00 1,5 $ 53

5360 HIGHLAND DRIVE

• Four bedroom, three bath plus den and large rec room • Stunning craftsmanship, superior quality custom built by Bill Goorts

John’s Corner

' ' FT

0 SQ $ 8.0

Ph: (250) 731-4101 3186 3RD AVENUE

• Includes reception area & lots of warehouse space downstairs • Great visibility, corner location and in a high trafﬁc area

BE YOUR OWN BOSS! r

o 00 lease 0 , 9 o. $ 19 $

0m 120

email: john@midislandhomes.com

John Clark

Sproat Lake Vacation Spots available at Tall Timbers! Gated Community, pristine swimming, family activities

Priced from $139,900 - $170,000! G-5262 ARGYLE STREET

2461 4TH AVENUE

• Canvas Cup is a popular full service coffee bar and gallery • Seating for 20+ patrons, all equipment and furnishings included

• Newly remodelled inside & out in a great neighbourhood • 3 bdrms, 2 baths, daylight bsmt features workshop area

GARDENER’S PARADISE! 00 9,0 $ 42

YOU FOUND IT! 00 9,9 $ 19

$1,200/MO LEASE OR SALE... 00 9,9 $ 18

COMMERCIAL TH ON

BRING THE MOVING VAN! 00 9,9 $ 26

3724 ESTEVAN DRIVE

5425 KITSUKSIS STREET

• 4 bdrm, three bath main level entry home with basement • Single attached garage, double detached oversized garage, private back yard

COLLEGE VIEW ESTATES! 0 ,00 9 2 $3

4123 ARGYLE STREET

4672 ADELAIDE STREET

• Vaulted ceiling throughout and plenty of windows let in natural light • Spacious three bedrooms plus den, two baths and a large family room

• 1193 sqft home or business feat. 3 bdrms, 1 bath • Lg living room, kit., eating nook, bath, 1 bdrm on the main

SPLASH! SPLASH! SPLASH! 00 5,0 $ 37

PEACEFUL LIVING ON GREENBELT! 00 9,5 $ 25

B-3027 4TH AVENUE

• 12x18 Unit with private entrance and easy for your clients to ﬁnd • Well maintained uptown building with a refreshed exterior

COLLEGE VIEW ESTATES! 00 4,5 $ 29

•4 bedroom, 3 bath, Redford Heights family home •Quiet neighbourhood, amazing views of the mountains

CITY IN THE FRONT,COUNTRY IN THE BACK! 00 4,9 $ 16

4026 JOHNSTON RD

4-3500 MCNIGHT STREET

• Patio home situated in the best location in the complex • 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 8” oak ﬂoors, end unit with greenspace

Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts

2245 MALLORY DRIVE

• 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom with summer kitchen down • Swimming pool, hot tub, detached garage, amazing views

2875 CARMICHAEL CRES.

• 4 bedroom, three bath upper south port home • Fully fenced yard, newer roof, close to schools and

MORTGAGE HELPER! 00 7,0 $ 24

LIFE IS EASY AT BARCLAY ESTATES! 00 8,9 $ 16

0M $ 35

6379 FAYETTE ROAD

• Lg split level 3 bedroom, 3 bath home on 2.17 acres • Riding ring and two barns with 3 horse stalls

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the Dave Koszegi Team

Ph: (250) 730-1608 email:clairestorie@live.ca

Claire Storie

Alberni Valley News Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013

13-3500 MCNIGHT STREET

• Two bedroom, two bath high end quality built patio home • Greenbelt in the back, great neighbourhood in cul-de-sac

Personal Real Estate Corporation

•Three Bedroom, one bath home with rec room •Backing onto Greenbelt, nicely landscaped, single carport

3749 17TH AVENUE

•2 bedrooms on the main with a one bedroom in-law suite down •Private back yard, raised garden beds, covered patio and shop

ASTOUNDING VIEWS! 00 9,9 $ 29

4151 STEEDE AVE

•3 bedroom, three bath home is nestled atop a hill •Views of the city, alberni inlet and mountains

Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts

4233 8TH AVENUE

• 4 bdrm, 3 bath unit, room for the whole family • Brand new roof, carport, balcony and patio

SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT! 00 9,9 $ 72

9492 STIRLING ARM DRIVE

•Three bedroom,one bath home on a half acre lot •3 vehicle carport with additional accommodations

www.albernivalleynews.com

Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013 Alberni Valley News

Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts 24 hour direct: 250.723.SOLD (7653)

DAVE KOSZEGI RealtoR

Email: dave@midislandhomes.com Web: midislandhomes.com davekoszegi.com 723sold.com

RECREATIONAL PROPERTY! 0 ,90 $ 45

READY TO BUILD? T +GS

1146 &1150 7TH AVENUE

900 69,

5250 ADAMS PLACE

• Salmon Beach is a remote recreational village • On Barkley Sound, adjacent to Broken Group Islands

• Quiet neighbourhood surrounded with newer homes • 0.159 acre lot, sewer, water and hydro to the lot line

SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT! 00 9,0 $ 69

SPROAT LAKE PARADISE! 00 9,0 $ 94

8245 DICKSON DRIVE

8945 FABER ROAD

• Four bedroom, ﬁve bath, master with soaker tub and views • 100’ Walk on waterfront, Sandy Beach • Outdoor sleeping area, Overheight garage, double carport

• 4 bedroom, 3 bath home boasts astounding views • Updated, vaulted ceilings, newer wharf and 26x25 shop

UPLANDS SUBDIVISION! 0 ,90 $ 89

3565 BRACKEN LANE

•0.17 acre lot surrounded by green space •County living in the city close to all amenities

BEAUTIFUL SPROAT LAKE! 00 9,0 $ 82

9339 FABER ROAD

• Four Bedrooms, four baths, 100% suite ready for family • Southern exposure and serene lake views

Claire’s Corner CLAIRE HAS BUYER’S !

HUGE SHOP! 00 6,0 $ 19

2762 7TH AVENUE

• Three bdrm, two bath private home, large living room • Fully fenced, detached single garage, views of the mountains

FAMILY HOME! 00 9,0 $ 25

4155 CLEGG CRES. NORTH

2527 15TH AVENUE

• 2 Bedroom, 2 bath classic South Port home • Energy efﬁcient, lg shop, new windows and heat pump

ATTENTION HORSE LOVERS! 00 5,9 $ 13

• Three bedroom, three bath, double garage and 2 wood ﬁreplaces • Great Neighbourhood, fully fenced yard, raised ﬂower beds

2587 1ST AVENUE

• 3 bedrrom 1 bath home with basement with in house workshop • Newer windows, roof, perimeter drains, plumbing and heat pump

Personal Real Estate Corporation

ATTENTION HORSE LOVERS! 9 ,99 9 7 $3

FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET! 00 9,0 $ 27

5890 SAUNDERS ROAD

• Four bedrooms, one bath, large living room on 0.53 Acre • Fully fenced, overheight carport, wood shed, chicken coup

Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts

REDFORD HEIGHTS! 0 ,00 0 5 $1

LOT 21 GILBERT PLACE

➧

LOTS OF LOTS

BRING YOUR BUILDING PLANS

➧

•0.23 Acre Corner Lot with beautiful views •Biggest lot in the cul-de-sac in a great neighbourhood

SPROAT LAKE-DAWSON’S LANDING! ST 0+G 0 9 , $269

SL 1 KYUNIM ROAD

• 0.43 acre lot fully serviced - electric, water, sewage to lot line • Astounding views, private, sandy pebble beach with wharf

INVESTOR ALERT! 00 2,5 $ 64

3970 7TH AVENUE

• 7 unit quality apartment complex • Covered RV parking, private decks & covered parking

IMMACULATE FAMILY HOME! 00 9,0 $ 21

BUILD YOUR DREAM! 0 ,90 $ 78

3158 SWEET AVENUE

• One of the nicest subdivisions in town • .33 acre lot in a cul-de-sac and quiet neighbourhood

BRAND NEW SPROAT LAKE HOME! 0 ,00 9 $ 59

5625 SILVERSPOON RD

• Three bedroom, three bath, open ﬂoor plan, 9’ ceilings • One acre, beautiful views of the mountains, lake access

FULLY RENOVATED! 00 9,0 $ 46

READY TO RETIRE? 00 5,0 $ 26

7303 BELL ROAD

• Four bdrm, three bath, three-years-young reno’s & addition • 2.5 acres, 40x30 shop, RV parking, two tier partially covered deck

11-3535 BURDE ST

• 55+ Burde Hill Estates is a secure gated community • Brand New Roof, Hot Water Tank & Perimeter Drains

POPULAR UPLANDS SUBDIVISION! 0 ,90 $ 79

3583 SWORDFERN LANE

• 0.18 acre lot, priced to sell & just waiting your building plans • Great neighbourhood, natural gas, hydro& services to lot

1.9 BEAUTIFUL ACRES! 00 9,9 $ 39

Affordable waterfront lots, get on the lake this summer! As low as $198,000!

PRIVATE ACREAGE IN KITSUKSIS AREA! 0 ,90 $ 79

LT 1 TOMSWOOD ROAD

•1.07 acre lot cleared and ready for your new home • Water to the lot & the soil is approved for septic system

ENCHANTING VICTORIAN ESTATE! 00 9,9 $ 54

5510 DUNDALK AVE NORTH

• Cherry Creek rancher with open concept and large kitchen • 2 car garage, carport for the boat and room for the RV

SOLID COMMERCIAL BUILDING!

5555 GOLDEN STREET

• Custom home on 2.26 acres was built in 1995 by a premier builder • Master craftsmanship throughout this 3600+ sqft 4 bdrm, 4 bath home

WESTPORTE PLACE LOT! 0 ,50 $ 76

5487 WOODLAND CRES. W

• 60x102 level lot features underground services • Close to Paper Mill Dam for ﬁshing, swimming & trails

THE ULTIMATE RESIDENCE! 00 1,5 $ 53

5360 HIGHLAND DRIVE

• Four bedroom, three bath plus den and large rec room • Stunning craftsmanship, superior quality custom built by Bill Goorts

John’s Corner

' ' FT

0 SQ $ 8.0

Ph: (250) 731-4101 3186 3RD AVENUE

• Includes reception area & lots of warehouse space downstairs • Great visibility, corner location and in a high trafﬁc area

BE YOUR OWN BOSS! r

o 00 lease 0 , 9 o. $ 19 $

0m 120

email: john@midislandhomes.com

John Clark

Sproat Lake Vacation Spots available at Tall Timbers! Gated Community, pristine swimming, family activities

Priced from $139,900 - $170,000! G-5262 ARGYLE STREET

2461 4TH AVENUE

• Canvas Cup is a popular full service coffee bar and gallery • Seating for 20+ patrons, all equipment and furnishings included

• Newly remodelled inside & out in a great neighbourhood • 3 bdrms, 2 baths, daylight bsmt features workshop area

GARDENER’S PARADISE! 00 9,0 $ 42

YOU FOUND IT! 00 9,9 $ 19

$1,200/MO LEASE OR SALE... 00 9,9 $ 18

COMMERCIAL TH ON

BRING THE MOVING VAN! 00 9,9 $ 26

3724 ESTEVAN DRIVE

5425 KITSUKSIS STREET

• 4 bdrm, three bath main level entry home with basement • Single attached garage, double detached oversized garage, private back yard

COLLEGE VIEW ESTATES! 0 ,00 9 2 $3

4123 ARGYLE STREET

4672 ADELAIDE STREET

• Vaulted ceiling throughout and plenty of windows let in natural light • Spacious three bedrooms plus den, two baths and a large family room

• 1193 sqft home or business feat. 3 bdrms, 1 bath • Lg living room, kit., eating nook, bath, 1 bdrm on the main

SPLASH! SPLASH! SPLASH! 00 5,0 $ 37

PEACEFUL LIVING ON GREENBELT! 00 9,5 $ 25

B-3027 4TH AVENUE

• 12x18 Unit with private entrance and easy for your clients to ﬁnd • Well maintained uptown building with a refreshed exterior

COLLEGE VIEW ESTATES! 00 4,5 $ 29

•4 bedroom, 3 bath, Redford Heights family home •Quiet neighbourhood, amazing views of the mountains

CITY IN THE FRONT,COUNTRY IN THE BACK! 00 4,9 $ 16

4026 JOHNSTON RD

4-3500 MCNIGHT STREET

• Patio home situated in the best location in the complex • 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 8” oak ﬂoors, end unit with greenspace

Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts

2245 MALLORY DRIVE

• 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom with summer kitchen down • Swimming pool, hot tub, detached garage, amazing views

2875 CARMICHAEL CRES.

• 4 bedroom, three bath upper south port home • Fully fenced yard, newer roof, close to schools and

MORTGAGE HELPER! 00 7,0 $ 24

LIFE IS EASY AT BARCLAY ESTATES! 00 8,9 $ 16

0M $ 35

6379 FAYETTE ROAD

• Lg split level 3 bedroom, 3 bath home on 2.17 acres • Riding ring and two barns with 3 horse stalls

www.albernivalleynews.com

the Dave Koszegi Team

Ph: (250) 730-1608 email:clairestorie@live.ca

Claire Storie

Alberni Valley News Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013

13-3500 MCNIGHT STREET

• Two bedroom, two bath high end quality built patio home • Greenbelt in the back, great neighbourhood in cul-de-sac

Personal Real Estate Corporation

•Three Bedroom, one bath home with rec room •Backing onto Greenbelt, nicely landscaped, single carport

3749 17TH AVENUE

•2 bedrooms on the main with a one bedroom in-law suite down •Private back yard, raised garden beds, covered patio and shop

ASTOUNDING VIEWS! 00 9,9 $ 29

4151 STEEDE AVE

•3 bedroom, three bath home is nestled atop a hill •Views of the city, alberni inlet and mountains

Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts

4233 8TH AVENUE

• 4 bdrm, 3 bath unit, room for the whole family • Brand new roof, carport, balcony and patio

SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT! 00 9,9 $ 72

9492 STIRLING ARM DRIVE

•Three bedroom,one bath home on a half acre lot •3 vehicle carport with additional accommodations

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Thursday , Sept. 5, 2013 Alberni Valley News

Call 250-731-9797 Call Me Today For Your FREE HOME EVALUATION

4774 ATHOL ST.

$229,900

NEWER HOME WITH GREAT OUTSTANDING VIEWS This 3 bedroom 3 full bathroom home BUY! features vaulted ceilings, a spacious kitchen with extensive cabinetry, oversized master bedroom with ensuite, heat pump, 2 gas ﬁreplaces, views of the inlet and more! Call to set up a viewing, motivated sellers!!

For Sa le

250- 731- 9797

GREAT NEW PRICE! 3218 3RD AVENUE

$539,000

LOT A TEBO AVENUE $188,000

• C3 zoning offers wide variety of uses • Long term tenants with room to expand • Separate gas and hydro meters • Warehouse and adjacent lot included

NEW

I have serious pre-qualified Buyers

· Great opportunity 0.47 acre level lot · Zoned M1- light industrial · Some of the many uses include storage, machine/glass shops, light manufacturing, fitness centers and much more · Contact me for a list of uses

I LIST

looking for a house on acreage

under $300,000

Prime location upper North Port

MULTI UNIT BUILDING

Visit: AlberniHomeSales.Ca for more pictures and information

Email: info@lukh.ca

LANCE DOBOSZ

Mid-Island Realty

Grace

Each Office is Independently Owned & Operated

239,000

279,000

280,000

• • • •

Video tour available

3219 6th Avenue

3570 China Creek Rd

5 bedrooms, 3 full baths 2 separate suites, fenced yard Garage and alley access Income of over 2000 per mo.

204,900

2401 8th Avenue

MLS#3616394270

4270 Bruce St.

Vicky Seredick

• 3 beds/ 2 baths • Corner lot, huge deck for entertaining • Large open kitchen for family gatherings. • WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE!

700/mo Lease

• 2 bed, 1 bath rancher • Located in central location • Updated and move in ready

$255,000

MLS#3616394270

2465 Anderson Ave. • 3 beds/2baths • Character home with the best curb appeal on the block. • Views of the canal and mountains • Great neighborhood!

• Great home in quiet Cherry Creek neighbourhood. • Detached workshop • New drain tile.

76,000

4404 Bute Street

• 4 bdrms, 1 bath, lots of character • Central location, • Walking distance to recreation facilities

$212,000

250- 731- 9797

6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms 2 seperate suites, Alley access Central location

3925 6th Avenue

• 3+1 bdrms, totally updated home • Detached double garage • Quiet neighbourhood • Walking to school/daycare/parks

3580 Markham Rd

3588 7th Avenue

• • • •

139,000

220,000

Reduced

Video tour available

• Lg updated family home w/suite • Quiet neighbourhood • Walk to schools, trails, owner motivated

159,999

For Sa le unlicensed assistant

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4847 Bute St.

4815 Johnston Rd. • High traffic location

$113,900

MLS#360179

3659 8th • Renovator’s Special • Great square footage to work with • Great lot and close to all amenities

• Best value property at this price range • Home ready to rent out as an investment property, or own for less than rent • Commercial Zoned, 4 bedrooms

$369,000

$279,900

MLS#348384

MLS#347858

167 Boardwalk • Quaint and serene Bamfield! • Great possibility as a summer retreat from city life • Boater and fisherman’s paradise • Cabin needs extensive renovations.

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422 Burlo Island • • • • •

1/2 acre on Burlo Is in Bamfield Inlet Lot in a sheltered bay w/deep water moorage White Water treatment plant is in place. A little bit of Heaven on earth! Cabin needs extensive renovations.

Alberni Valley News Thursday , Sept. 5, 2013

ONE PERCENT REALTY

Wendy Lover

wendylover@shaw.ca

$439,900

MLS #354812

6435 CYPRESS BLVD

MLS #359632

10575 CLAYOQUOT RD • 4 bed 2 bath luxury home • On .79 of an acre. • Very Private • Only 6 yrs old

$259,000

$254,900

MLS #356257

9595 SPROAT PLACE • Sproat Lake • 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • 0.54 acres, 24x25 deck • Jacuzzi tub, wood F/P

$4,525 SAVED

ron@rongray.ca

$399,000

SOLD

• Quality 5 bed & den, 3 bath home built in 2008 • Almost 5000 sq. ft. on two floors! • Swimming pool, jacuzzi tub, hardwood, heat pump • Two fireplaces... too many features to list! • 1.98 acres in Cherry Creek

SOLD

(250) 720-7653

WHY PAY MORE?

G TIN LIS W E N

CE PRI

MLS #355101 • Updated 4 bed 2 bath w/attached garage • 150x124 lot in Cherry Creek • Detached 28x35 heated shop w/bathroom • Custom kitchen with island, 2 gas F/P • Hardwood floors – this is a must see!

MLS #358077

4270 VICTORIA DR. • 4 bedroom + a den • 3 bathrooms • 1/2 acre many mature fruit trees.

$8,260 SAVED

MLS #359969

6144 MARGOT RD. • Cherry Creek 4 bed 2 full baths • 30x28 shop with alley access • New gas furnace in 2012 • 80x160 lot on quiet street

$213,000

This Spot Reserved For Your Listing

$299,900

$338,900

NEW

3460 MARKHAM RD.

Ron Gray

Full MLS® Service at a Fraction of the Price Vancouver Island

(250) 735-7283

$549,000

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NEW

CE PRI

MLS #359598

2330 11TH AVE.

• 4 bed 3 bath family home w/updates • 2 F/P, covered deck • 7841 sq.ft. lot backing onto greenspace • Gas furnace.

MLS #356400

4289 NORTH PARK DR. • 6 bed, 3 baths, 3 living areas • 2 Garages • Maple kitchen in main • Gorgeous views

$179,000

N TIO ERS N E P ATTVELO DE

MLS #347352

4961 GERTRUDE ST. • 3 separate titles, fruit trees • 3-44X143’ lots • Lots of potential

SELL YOUR HOME FOR $6,900.00

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SARA FOX

CERTIFIED STAGING PROFESSIONAL

Unlicensed Assistant

MLS # 342623

SOUTH PORT BUILDING LOT

PRIME LOCATION!

723-5666

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MLS #352703

MLS#354300

MLS #’s 343306 and 319378

LOT 1 & LOT 2 LUGRIN RD. ~ $59,900ea. • Build your dream home here in the country yet minutes from town. • Close to paper Mill Dam Park • Two 0.26 acre treed building lots.

4994 Argyle Street, Port Alberni, B.C.

NEW LISTIN

2718 7TH AVE. - $45,000 • 44x125 ft building lot in South Port location amongst nice homes. • Sewer connection to lot. • Lane access.

MID ISLAND REALTY

Independently Owned & Operated

2850 HIGHMOOR RD.~

• 2 bedroom rancher on quiet street in Cherry Creek with attached 4 bay garage & fabulous 20 x 40 in ground swimming pool. • Located on a 0.39 acre lot with low taxes. • Features a spacious living room, cozy gas ﬁreplace, kitchen; oak cabinets, newer countertops & backsplash, large master bdrm, laminate & ceramic tile ﬂooring, newer thermal windows, security system, newer gas furnace and new roof in 2005. • The huge 4 bay garage with approximately 1100 sq ft is sure to please.

20 X 40 IN GROUND SWIMMING POOL

LT 10-10531 ASHER RD ~ $112,500 • 0.67 acre Sproat Lake area building lot. • Located in a quiet area of nice homes just across the road from the lake. • Great area, very quiet, don’t miss out on this great opportunity, not many building lots

BEAUTIFUL AREA

3641 ANDERSON ~ $119,900

3905 10TH AVE. ~ $128,000 • 3 bdrm home on very lg 93 x 125 lot” • Located centrally close to pool, arena, shopping and the hospital. • Very lg kitchen & sep. dining area. • Newer oil furnace and oil tank

Great starter home or investment property

ON VERY LARGE LOT

• 3 bedroom home located centrally within walking distance to shopping, schools and hospital. • Newer vinyl windows and new roof. New hot water tank. • Large living room with laminate ﬂoors. Lane access to back yard. Fenced yard. On bus route

NEW LISTIN

MLS#359774

3575 7TH AVE. ~ $139,900 • 2 bedroom home ready to move into. Quick possession available. • Updated kitchen with island, attractive glass back splash & nicely tiled ﬂoors. • Bright, open & spacious ﬂoor plan, newer vinyl windows

CUTE AND CLEAN

MLS #346499

MLS #354284

2815 ANDERSON AVE. $149,900 • Cute 2 bedroom home located on large 45 x 132 lot in upper South Port. • Detached single garage/workshop is insulated, drywalled & wired, has carport attached w/lane access. • Completely fenced yard has cherry tree and maple tree for shade

GREAT STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME

103-5262 ARGYLE ST. $156,000

4488 BEALE ST. ~ $179,900 • Spacious Duplex, Two, 2 bedroom units. • Long term quiet tenants in place. • Vendor is offering $10,000 cash back on completion for a full price offer.

HARBOUR QUAY CONDO

ATTENTION INVESTORS!

• Newer 2 bdrm condo, fantastic ocean harbour views, located within walking distance to shops, restaurants and waterfront. • Feature - 9 foot ceilings, private covered balcony & 6 ft picture windows. • Owner has Hunter Douglas Cellular shades operated by built-in remote professionally installed & the windows tinted which keeps the unit nice & cool. • Open kitchen design with maple cabinets, walk-in pantry and island with stools. • Quiet building with great neighbours.

SOLD

MLS#360083

4491 NORTH PARK DR. ~ $189,900 • Large spacious living room with coved ceilings and newly refinished hardwood floors. • All new vinyl thermal windows. Separate dining room. • 3 good sized bedrooms on main floor all with brand new carpet.

3 BDRM HOME WITH 2 BDRM SUITE

MLS #

3239 - 9TH AVE. ~ $199,000

• newly renovated 2 bedroom suite • Separate entrances and separate laundry. • Directly across from park and tennis courts. • Brand new roof and updated electrical. • Low maintenance yard. Large back deck. • Suites currently rented for $900 and $650.

3 BEDROOM HOME

NEW LISTIN

MLS #356913

#4-4951 BURKE RD. ~ $239,000 • Quality ﬁnished 8 unit patio home development offers a luxurious carefree lifestyle w/everything you need close by • 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home boasts 1200 square feet of bright living space with lots of windows & pot lighting. • 9 foot ceilings, crown moldings, gas FP & bar style island in the kit.

NEWER PATIO HOME LOW STRATA FEES

SOLD

MLS#360743

2150 GIBONS RD. ~ $249,900 • Great area and over 3000 sq feet of living space. • Each unit has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and each with its own laundry. • Newer hot water tanks. Backyards are fully fenced. Fence also separating the 2 yards.

3 BEDROOM EACH SIDE BY SIDE DUPLEX

MLS #356525

3039 5TH AVE. ~ $249,900 • Turn key B&B home business could be yours in this beautiful character home • 4 spacious & unique bdrms, each with its own sep., private full bathroom. • New kit. is open & inviting for guests

CHARACTER HOME!

SOLD

MLS #355262

2474 14TH AVE. ~ $239,900 • Character home has 4 bedrooms, original hardwood floors throughout, lg leaded windows letting in lots of natural light. • Large living room with coved ceilings, French doors, and a newer efficient wood insert fireplace.

IN PREFERRED NEIGHBOURHOOD

MLS #353597

2315 14TH AVE. - $264,000 • Well maintained, new lg vinyl windows and new roof in 2006. Updated kitchen & bathrm • Very bright & lgrec room w/door into backyard. • Lg deck off kitchen which is partially covered

ON GREENBELT IN QUIET CUL-DE-SAC

3551 HUFF DR. ~ $264,900 • 55 plus, very spacious 1250 sqft patio home featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and large living room with gas ﬁreplace. • Extra large covered patio that includes a gas bbq • 4 skylights all with their own installed blinds.

HILLCREST VILLA PATIO HOME

NEW LISTIN

MLS #356211

6386 WITHERS RD. ~ $265,000

• Completely redone from top to bottom. • New kitchen with maple cabinets, new drywall and ﬂooring throughout. • All new vinyl thermal windows. Large new bathroom with one piece shower/tub. •3large & spacious bedrooms. Master bedroom has cheater door to bathroom. • Detached workshop with power. • Brand new septic tank & ﬁeld. New perimeter drains. New wiring and upgraded 200 amp electrical panel.

10571 ASHER RD. ~ $279,900 • Sits on almost 1/2 acre and surrounded by lovely gardens & trees. • Home was nicely rebuilt in 2000 so it is all new inside. • Cozy living room with propane ﬁreplace

COUNTRY RANCHER LOCATED ON 0.63 ACRE

TOTALLY RENO’D SPROAT LAKE HOME

MLS #356211

4713 LESLIE ST. ~ $379,900 • 3 bdrm, 3 bath 3000 sq. ft. home on .85 acre property in high exposure area. • Beautifully landscaped yard w/in-ground swimming pool and newly done cement deck and tile work.

IMMACULATE INSIDE AND OUT!

MLS #356979

3852 WHITTLESTONE ~ $289,900 • Very spacious and tastefully painted and some new light fixtures added • New laminate flooring in living room, dining room, hall and family room • Refinished kit. cabinets & new hardware

QUALITY LARGE 3 BEDROOM RANCHER

SPROAT LAKE FAMILY HOME

MLS #357688

IMMACULATE HOME IN NORTH PORT

SOLD

MLS#360459

4971 BATTY RD. ~ $329,900 • New septic ﬁeld in 2000, new roof & vinyl windows & hardi plank siding. • Large 13 by 25 living room added on. Electrical upgraded to 200 amp panel. • Very private and quiet backyard with gardens

3 BEDROOM COUNTRY HOME ON 5 ACRES

MLS #354823

MLS # 348318

10189 STIRLING ARM ~ $499,900 • On .8 acre in Sproat Lake area • Walking distance to beach w/dock and boat launch on this lake public access. • 9’ ceilings and Brazilian cherry wood ﬂoors throughout.

MASSACRE ISLAND - $699,000 • Your own exclusive island retreat on the crystal clear waters of Sproat Lake! • Over 1000 ft of water frontage, incredible panoramic mountain and lake views, and 0.85 acre of wooded tranquility

MLS #357681

10355 BISHOP DR. ~ $399,900 • 2584 sqft home on 0.69 acre lot. • Very large deck perfect for barbequeing and entertaining. • 3 bedrooms on the top ﬂoor all with their own individual decks and phantom screens

SOLD

3920 HASLAM RD. ~ $299,900 • Large 89 by 175 corner lot • Cozy living room with large bright windows and a wood burning ﬁreplace. • Lg & bright sunroom off kitchen w/skylights. • Kitchen has brand new SS appliances

CUSTOM BUILT WEST COAST HOME

SPROAT LAKE WATER VIEW BUILDING LOTS • Spectacular views of the #1 recreational lake on Vancouver Island.

• These large lots are now available to purchase and build your year round home or summer getaway. • Located in a quiet cul-de-sac with a paved road adjacent to Lake access. • Have your own boat moorage slip for a small maintenance fee. • Klehkoot Uplands lots are a bare land strata with underground services to the lots. • Sophisticated water system in place with brand new septic system and underground hydro to lots.

SPROAT LAKE ISLAND WITH CABIN

LOTS ON ALDAN RD. Lot 1 - $179,900 Lot 2 - $169,900 Lot 3 - $169,900 Lot 4 - $159,900

Lot 5 - $129,900 Lot 6 - $119,900 Lot 7 - $149,900 Lot 10 - $189,900

MLS #339661

19190 PACIFIC RIM HWY. ~ $379,000 • Waterfront lot easily accessible from the highway with a good shared road • Half acre, 66 ft of waterfront, clean, clear fresh water great for swimming, kayaking and ﬁshing. Deep water for boat moorage.

BEST PRICED SPROAT LAKE WATERFRONT PROPERTY

From $119,900