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Provincial grant earmarked for Cedar school conversion By KarL yu THe NewS bULLeTiN

The Nanaimo school district will focus a majority of $2.6-million provincial grant on projects related to its 10-year facilities plan. The school district business committee is recommending board approval of the 2014-15 annual facilities grant plan, which sees about $1.6 million going to related projects. The district earmarked $1 million for

the conversion of Cedar Secondary School to an elementary. Another $1 million is being projected for that project from the 201516 grant. Pete Sabo, school district director of planning and operations, said the Ministry of Education confirmed the amount on Friday. With some design and estimation work already done, the cost of school conversion is currently estimated at $2 million.

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The Ministry of Education classifies the conversion as a major capital project, as it is more than $1.5 million, he said. “Major capital projects are significant design challenges,” Sabo said. “We’re not just renovating a bathroom, we’re altering a school from a secondary to an elementary and typically, you bring forward budget estimates at a certain time in the design process, pre-tender or whatever. See ‘CEDAR’ /3

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In this case, we have a March deadline that we need to meet that we need to go forward with an estimate, so the estimate is based on all the planning work that we’ve done to date.” Sabo said the final amount is subject to change, as factors such as an increase or decrease in scope of the work, or change in prices. “Might it cost less than $2 million? Yes, that would be our goal, to try and get costs down. Might it cost more? It might if, for instance, the board wants to do extra work in the building,” Sabo said. “We’ll be communicating a little bit more with the business committee and the board about cost estimates, etc., in the future, but at this point, to the best of our information, we believe the entire project’s going to be within a $2-million envelope.” The provincial grant money will also see $120,000 go toward John Barsby Community School for completion of home economics and textiles room renovation, and $150,000 will go to Ladysmith Secondary School for the influx of Grade 7 students from the Cedar school closure. About $250,000 will be spent on district-wide electrical upgrades and another $250,000 for priority boiler replacement. The plan will be forwarded to the board for approval at an upcoming meeting. Cedar elementary is expected to open for the 2015-16 year. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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to watch Seinfeld episodes with its emu partner Kramer, named for one of the show’s characters, before it died. “We raised them both in our living room and they watched Seinfeld when they were growing up,” Genner said. “That’s were Kramer got his name because his hair style was exactly like Kramer’s.” Genner describes Lucy as a bit of an escape artist. The last time the bird got loose was about two years ago, but it didn’t get too far. “We got a call about 10 o’clock at night from a really nice little old lady who said, ‘Have you lost an emu?’ and I said, ‘Yes,’ and she said, ‘Well, he’s watching my TV through the window,” Genner said. “It gets more and more bizarre, but this is what happens when you raise animals from eggs. They get humanized.” Anyone who sees Lucy is asked to call Genner at 250755-5777 or Nanaimo RCMP at 250-754-2345.

With the final announcement of B.C. Ferries’ route cuts expected in the next two weeks, the Gabriola Island Chamber of Commerce is spearheading a movement for water taxi service. Ken Gurr, chamber president, recently approached the Regional District of Nanaimo board seeking to revise the terms of use for Descanso Bay Wharf to accommodate a new water taxi service. The emergency evacuation wharf was created as a result of a 2003 referendum. At the March 11 committee of the whole meeting, Gurr told regional district directors that the proposal is to examine the idea of adding water taxis as an additional use to the Descanso Bay dock. He estimated that ambulances come down one to three times a month for night-time emergency evacuation. “One of the things we’re looking at is more efficient use, addressing what we’re seeing as a demand and an issue to try and get another access point to and from Nanaimo,” said Gurr. The aim wouldn’t be to start a water taxi service, but rather establish economic conditions to allow for private companies to create water taxi service. Gurr said no one on the chamber board has a vested interest in water taxis. Howard Houle, Gabriola Island regional district director, said the use of the dock was set by referendum and he would not change the use without community consultation and another referendum. There are two other wharves available – Green Wharf and Degnen Bay – and there are some rezoning requirements. “What it says is you have to have a parking lot and a waiting room,” Houle said. “They may be able to rent a parking lot close by which is now used by people using the B.C. Ferries, but I see no place for a waiting room.” The original announcement of cuts to the Gabriola-Nanaimo Harbour route called for elimination of late-night and early-morning sailings, but Houle said local government has been meeting with B.C. Ferries and the final route reductions won’t be hurting islanders as much. But even if midday routes are eliminated, Gurr told the News Bulletin there is still an opportunity for taxi service. The Gabriola Island Chamber of Commerce president said Descanso Bay would be the best fit and is pedestrian friendly. The other two wharves aren’t practical, he added. “[It’s] where our island population centre is, where the village is, our whole connectivity to Nanaimo,” Gurr said. “Descanso Bay is the only one that makes sense because the other nearest one is basically down a very steep, narrow, gravel access road that services Mudge Island primarily and there’s no parking available – you’d have to hitchhike or get transportation in other ways.”

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Madison Toma, 9, experiences the full effect of a Van de Graaf generator during a static electricity demonstration by Science World Monday. Woodgrove Centre hosted free science experiment shows for families at the mall’s centre court throughout the week during spring break. Final performances happen today (March 20) at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

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luCy ESCAPES from Nanaimo property sunday. By ChriS BuSh The News BulleTiN

One might say Lucy has got some explaining to do. Lucy, a 16-year-old pet emu, escaped from his pen on a property on Nanaimo River Road, located south of Nanaimo, Sunday and appears to be making his way into Nanaimo. Police and other agencies joined in the effort to capture the bird and return it home after it was spotted in Colliery Dam Park Tuesday. “It’s name is Lucy and it got away two days ago,” said Sgt. Sheryl Armstrong, Nanaimo RCMP spokeswoman. “It was spotted [Tuesday] in Colliery Dam area and they’re very difficult to catch.” Tim Genner, the bird’s owner, has raised it from a chick.

“It’s name is Lucy, yes, and it’s a boy, but we didn’t find out until three years later,” Genner said. Lucy lives on a one-hectare section of Genner’s property, but got free Monday when someone accidentally left a gate open. Genner said the bird is tame and won’t hurt anyone, but if encountered, it’s not a good idea to try and grab the bird because of its weight and strength. “She’s 150 pounds and she doesn’t like people trying to tackle her,” said Genner, who out of habit still refers to the bird as female. “It’s way too big to be handled unless you know what you’re doing.” Genner said the bird likes people, which could be why it appears to be heading into town. Lucy also likes grapes and chicken layer pellets should anyone be interested in potentially attracting and keeping the bird nearby until Genner can come and get it. Lucy also apparently likes watching TV and used

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The preference was to be a landlord, he said, adding the city could still support what’s believed to be a “huge economic generator” for the Harbour City and collect income on a property that currently generates nothing. “It’d be nice to have profit sharing, but you are not going to enter into an agreement to take part of the profit unless you are willing to take part of the risk and council chose not to get involved in the risk factor,” Ruttan said. “I think it’s a lot cleaner, a lot more straight for-

the time, “we’ve landed in a better place,” he said. “We know we have a long-term lease, we know we have a home from which to operate [and] the length of the tenure will be, if not attractive, it will certainly to investors eliminate any concerns they might have had.” Ruttan said he also feels “pretty good” about the arrangement, which seems like an expedient way to move the ferry business ahead and won’t put the city out “all that much” if something does happen to the service. Island Ferries, a company that plans to shuttle

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With no deal between the Island Corridor Foundation and Via Rail for the E&N rail line, the Regional District of Nanaimo has put off its contribution in 2014. In 2012, the board agreed to provide approximately $945,000 to the foundation in partnership with other regional districts on Vancouver Island. The money

“The board made a motion a couple of weeks ago to remove that second packet of funding from the 2014 budget and push it off to 2015,” said Thorkelsson. “They’re not collecting money from the taxpayer in 2014 and still waiting for the conditions that they established for the funding to be satisfied by the ICF, Via Rail and Southern Rail.” Once a deal is struck, Thorkelsson said the board would be in a position to provide the first payment, with the second payment part of 2015 budget discussions. He said the regional dis-

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Ferry deal win for both sides With any money-making venture, risk is involved. So when Nanaimo city council was approached by Island Ferries on a partnership opportunity to provide passengeronly ferry service between the Harbour City and downtown Vancouver, politicians were right to be wary. Island Ferries promised revenue sharing to the tune of $700,000 annually after the first five years of operation. In return, the private company wanted access to city-owned land, which would have to be serviced with water. The offer of revenue sharing was tempting, but ultimately city council feared it would take on the risk liability if it accepted all that money. Instead, the city offered to service the land on the waterfront at a cost of $125,000, and agree to a lease of $60,000 annually. By being a landlord only, the city effectively has the servicing – which would have been done eventually – paid for by a private company. The city also gets its first tenant in a transit hub designed for the Wellcox Property, a piece of formerly industrial waterfront land Nanaimo purchased last year to combine bus, ferry and potentially rail connections. The city doesn’t share in the profits, but it doesn’t share in the risk either. The solution is a win-win for both parties. But the biggest winner of all are Island residents. The $65-million venture is poised to start ferrying passengers in the fall, as long as the company can get financing and lease agreements with Vancouver’s Translink in place, and will provide a link to the Lower Mainland when rider fares at B.C. Ferries continue to climb with no end in sight. Plus, it allows additional Mainland tourists and visitors easy access to Nanaimo’s downtown – something the cruise ship terminal promised but has so far failed to do. The Nanaimo News Bulletin is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.

Green machine gathers in province Canada’s sleek, imported B.C., ForestEthics Advocacy, green propaganda machine ForestEthics Solutions, Georgia rolled into the capital last week Strait Alliance, Dogwood for a couple of days of meetings. Initiative, Pembina Institute, You wouldn’t have heard West Coast Environmental Law, about it, because they didn’t Wildsight and Seattle-based stage any protests or press Conservation Northwest. conferences. Instead they met Tides is itself a front for quietly with selected wealthy charitable reporters as well as foundations based B.C. politicians from both mostly in Seattle and VIEWS sides of the aisle. They California, funded by Tom Fletcher didn’t invite me for billionaires who see Black Press some reason, but from “saving” B.C. as their what I can gather, personal eco-project. it was a friendly Their hired activists networking session. met with Environment When I speak of Minister Mary Polak our U.S.-directed to discuss her justenvironmental introduced Water movement, many Sustainability Act. people still don’t This was to demand know what I mean. They see the heavy fees and choking sign-waving on TV and assume regulations on water used it’s all spontaneous, driven by for “fracking,” that nefarious passionate volunteers. Nuke gas drilling technology the Whales for Jesus, as we so demonized in fake used to joke in the 1970s. It’s an documentaries and celebrity industry now, and as with our protests. automotive industry, Canada is Tides no longer attempts to a branch plant of the U.S. hide its strategy of targeting The Victoria event was an energy development in B.C. annual conference called and Alberta. Its tactics are well Organizing for Change, known, too. Environmentalists sponsored by Tides Canada. need high-profile wins, and the Thanks mainly to the work of economic pain is best inflicted B.C. researcher Vivian Krause, outside of the U.S., the biggest this offshoot of the U.S. Tides polluter in world history. Foundation now at least Organizing for Change’s identifies itself while it pulls stated priorities for the year B.C.’s political strings. are the “last stand of the Great Organizing for Change Bear Rainforest,” the “Sacred currently includes Ecojustice, Headwaters” and the Water Greenpeace, Sierra Club Sustainability Act.

Professional protesters are mainly just taking credit for the 2012 buy-back of Shell’s coalbed gas licences around the headwaters of the Nass, Skeena and Stikine Rivers. Tahltan Central Council declared that territory theirs in 1910, and having pros roll in with slogans and graphics wasn’t exactly crucial to the outcome. I’ve written before about the distortions and evasions required to present such a fossil fuel fairy tale. Suffice it to say that while we have busloads of protesters in B.C., you don’t see them in those benevolent petro-states Angola, Iran, Iraq, Libya, Saudi Arabia, Nigeria, Venezuela, Kuwait or Algeria. They’re not saving the whole planet, just the safe and lucrative parts. And as I mentioned after the protester-staged Neil Young concert tour, it’s amazing how American oil and gas interests and Alaska oil tankers remain invisible to this sophisticated network. NDP environment critic Spencer Chandra Herbert met with the green machine too. He wants all of B.C.’s groundwater mapped and measured deep into the Earth’s crust. That should take a while. u Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Court battles allow broken laws To the Editor,

One reason for conflict between the government and B.C. teachers is due to the courts. Teachers won a decision by the B.C. court that the government broke the law by dumping the contract secured by the previous government. But the court also ruled the government could continue the crime to secure an agreement. It’s unlikely a judge would decide a convicted dope dealer can keep dealing until he pays off his car loan. Many complain about the courts failure to protect soci-

ety from criminals released from our jails. Nevertheless the rates of these particular crimes are declining, indicating compassion does make us all a little safer. On the other hand, when obvious criminal actions are either ignored, or in the case of teachers, actually permitted by the courts, we all suffer. Inability to prosecute company owners whose trains derail or sawmills explode due to their failure to follow required safety guidelines is far more dangerous than the odd drunk driver. Cleanup of the Gail Shea oil spill by

a Norwegian tanker in Squamish estuary is being contested in B.C. courts while the company continues building fish farms that spread diseases to our wild salmon. A three-year court battle over government employees giving inside information on the sale of B.C. Rail resulted in taxpayer’s forking out a $6 million fine and all court costs. It’s difficult to determine in these cases which is more unjust, the criminals or the courts. Jim Erkiletian Nanaimo

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Cleaning products harmful to health of region’s ocean To the Editor,

The shellfish farmer who can no longer grow scallops is sounding an alarm, not just for his business but for the rest of the life in our strait. The increased acid in the ocean comes from our tailpipes in the form of carbon dioxide that when it is dissolved in seawater becomes carbonic acid. Shellfish cannot form shells if the seawater is too acidic. I’m wondering, isn’t there something we could do? I deplore all the soap and other cleaning agents we use to keep ourselves so immaculate. We’re interfering with Mother Nature’s processes to keep her world clean. For decades, I’ve used washing soda in my laundry to minimize the amount of eco-friendly detergent necessary to clean

my clothes. I dry as much as I can on a small rack on my deck and my clothes smell fresh and look spanking clean. When I use the dryer, I don’t use dryer sheets – I use a cloth dampened with unscented fabric softener, which works just as well. This cloth can be used 10 times before it must be dampened again. Now, I use washing soda in a dishwasher load along with an eco-friendly dishwasher detergent. I’ve learned that I can dilute my shampoo to 60 per cent water to 40 per cent shampoo and still use a small amount to clean my hair. If everyone living around Georgia Strait used washing soda in their laundry and dishes, wouldn’t that help to minimize the acidity of the sea water?

Re: Prescription pot pretense about to end, Opinion, Feb. 13 I am strongly against removing our Marijuana Medical Access Program. I am concerned that the cannabis that will be offered to personal-use patients from Health Canada will lack quality, and that it will be harder for them to access this medicine. I am strongly in favour of medical marijuana in Canada. More and more medical studies are proving it to be effective treatment for many different things. If the cannabis is harder to access, costs more, or lacks quality, I believe this will enable any criminal organizations. I think also patients may have to rely more on more harmfull treatments, like opiates and other pain medications.

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Sue Borthwick for firefighters. The legislation will Firefighters are getting closer to not be retroactive, so firefighters Cost:heart $550 x2 = $1,100 will not be covered for the period being covered for disease and heart injuryCirculation: incurred75,602 on the between 2000 and 2014. job. “Sadly we’ll have people that’ll plus 2,219 Paid circ The B.C. government File type: PDFtabled fall through that,” Rispin said, citnew legislation March 11, under ing the death of former Nanaimo the Workers Compensation Size: 5.83” x 14”Act, firefighter Bruce McFarlane who that will restore Half heart disease page Colour and died of a heart attack in 2002 and heart injury as a work-related haz- was not protected by the legislaard for firefighters. tion. email: Juliac@blackpress.ca Under the amendment proposal, Coverage of this nature carsueb@blackpress.ca if firefighters suffer from heart dis- ries potential additional costs ease or heart attack, it will be preAD DUE BY: March 10th for municipalities that employ sumed that his was due to their firefighters, but only if claims are work environment, unless proven made throughout the year. otherwise. Claims for heart disease and Mike Rispin, Nanaimo Profes- heart injury are relatively rare. sional Firefighters Local 905 presi- Rispin said provincewide about dent, said he is glad to see the six claims are made annually. original legislation restored. Legis“There is the potential for assesslation protecting firefighters who ments to go up for employers,” developed cardiac disease on the said Scott McLoy, Worksafe B.C. job was taken away in 1999. spokesman. “So it really depends “Since that time we’ve been on whether or not there are heart showing government the scien- disease claims, so if there are no tific-based research we’ve done heart disease claims then assessand reasons why we should have ments won’t be affected.” that back … so we’re very happy,” However, if say five or six claims Rispin said. are made per year, WorkSafe B.C. The legislation applies if the assessments to municipalities claimant was employed prior to – similar in nature to premiums the date of onset of disablement charged by an insurance comand is intended to help support pany – will rise for all communifirefighters claims to compensa- ties across B.C. and can vary from tion if they suffer heart disease or as little as about $2,000 for a small heart injury due to their work. community to as much as $40,000 The legislation applies to local for B.C.’s large municipalities with government and forestry firefight- the biggest fire departments. ers who first become disabled “It really is based on the size from cardiac disease or injury on of the employer,” McLoy said. “A or after the legislation comes into large municipality, like Surrey, effect, possibly as early as the end would go up higher because they of May. have more firefighters - in other This is not the first time firefight- words, more payroll. If you have ers have been covered for work a smaller payroll then it would go related cardiac ailments. up less.” Legislation was first brought in A city the size of Nanaimo could to cover firefighters’ work-related see its assessment, based on five heart injury in 1954 and cover- or six claims across the province, age for heart disease was added increase by about $13,000. in 1980, but both coverages were “I think the employers look at it eliminated Sept. 5, 2000. as a cost increase, but overall it’s Capt. Robert Owen, who retired an acknowledgement that there’s from Nanaimo Fire Rescue in 1996 some risk in the profession,” said and died at age 72 after a lengthy Craig Richardson, Nanaimo Fire battle with heart disease, was the Rescue Chief. last of Nanaimo’s firefighters prophotos@nanaimobulletin.com

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a press release. “This additional land will greatly improve recreation opportunities at this park that will benefit our citizens.” Phil Turin, secretary-treasurer for the Nanaimo school district, called it an example of how two public bodies can work together for the “good of the community at large.” Pioneer Park, near Dover and Dickinson Roads, now spans 11 hectares of green space including trails and an off-leash dog park. As part of the land exchange, the city has also taken on another 5.5 hectares of land next to Oliver Woods Park, which requires city crews to now provide road access and servicing to the new land and a neighbouring development. The Linley Valley project, which includes a roundabout at the corner of Linley Valley Drive and Turner Road, will start in late March.

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NaNooSE firE hall discharged 4.7 million litres. CandaCe Wu Black Press

The Regional District of Nanaimo is looking for answers as to how a $45,000 geothermal heat pump system at the Nanoose Fire Hall discharged 4.7 million litres of well water in less than six weeks. From Nov. 7 to Dec. 17, 2012, the Nanoose Fire Hall consumed an average of 117,840 litres of water per day, confirmed Randy Alex-

ander, the RDN’s general manager of regional and community utilities. According to the RDN’s 2013 Water Conservation Plan, an average Nanoose Bay household consumes 458 litres per day. “The original intent was to reduce greenhouse gas production and save energy,” said Alexander, who added the system was shut down in early 2013 shortly after the inefficiencies came to light and the building is now being heated by a backup gas boiler. “Certainly, this isn’t acceptable and we are looking for answers,” said Alexander, adding RDN staff is

working with Johnstone Davidson Architecture – the company who designed Nanoose Fire Hall – as well as third-party engineers to find out what went wrong. RDN director George Holme, who represents Nanoose Bay, said he was disappointed to hear about the water inefficiencies, especially given that water is a sensitive issue in the area. “Somebody isn’t coming through,” said Holme, noting that he was only made aware of the issue a few weeks ago. “You hire engineers to best advise you on what to do – they’re supposed to be the experts.”

Holme said the fire hall’s system is being looked into by staff at the RDN. According to Alexander, RDN staff is looking for options to get the system working the way it was intended to in the first place – with environmental sustainability in mind. “We have been working on this since we shut the system down [in early 2013],” said Alexander. “We wanted to operate the system for one season to see what the energy demands were.” Alexander said more answers will likely come to light in the coming weeks. editor@nanaimobulletin.com

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(nee Willms) February 26, 1952 ~ March 9, 2014 On the morning of March 9th, our Lord welcomed home our beloved, beautiful and courageous Irene, after a grueling 3 year battle with cancer. She is survived by her loving husband, Rod Berg; parents-in-law, Ray & Trudy Berg; brothers, Ernie (Susan) Willms, Jake (Eleanor) Willms; sister, Karen Boggs; sisters-in-law, Valerie (Berg) & Jim Parker, and Nancy (Berg) & Calvin Werner. She was a much loved aunt to four nieces, seven nephews, two great-nieces and one great-nephew. Irene is predeceased by her parents, Jacob & Helen Willms, Kelowna BC, and former brother-in-law, Murray Boggs. Irene was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Her family relocated to Kelowna, BC in January 1967 where she graduated from Dr. Knox High School, in 1970. She was baptized in the Kelowna 1st Mennonite Church and attended Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford. Irene married Rod Berg on May 22, 1982. She received her CGA designation in February 1989 and opened a successful accounting practice in Surrey/Langley. She was an active member of the Langley Chapter of the Valley Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Network, serving many years on the Executive Board. In 2005 they relocated to Vancouver Island after finding their life-long dream property and home in Nanoose Bay. Irene opened a new accounting practice in Nanaimo where she worked until June 2013. Our family wishes to express a special thank you to the nurses and the Hospice Home Care team for all their kindness in caring for Irene at home. We are also truly grateful for their support to Rod so that they could remain together in their beloved home. Donations to the Nanaimo Community Hospice Society will be gratefully acknowledged. A Celebration of Ireneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s remarkable life will be held on March 22, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Nanoose Evangelical Free Church, 2462 Nanoose Road, Nanoose Bay, BC V9P 9E6. 250-468-9233. Pastor, Chris Wilson nanoose.church@gmail.com

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October 18, 1953 ~ March 21, 2012 We thought of you today But that is nothing new We thought of you yesterday And will tomorrow too. We think of you in silence And make no outward show For what it meant to lose you Only those who love you know. Remembering you is easy We do it every day Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the heartache of losing you That will never go away. Forever in my heart. Love always, Sheila Bill & Diana

KEVIN JOHNSTONE September 5, 1977 March 23, 2005 Nine years gone, and you still enrich our lives, our hearts, and our souls. We know this will always be! We cherish the memories. Forever missed by Mom (Martha), Dad (Richard), Karen, Derek and Family, Jeff and Family. â&#x153;¤ In Memory of Kevin, please wear sunscreen. Melanoma has no mercy!

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Taube, Edith August 14, 1922 ~ March 15, 2014

Predeceased by loving husband, Kurt, in 2000 and son, Klaus, in 1992. We are sad to announce the passing of our beloved Mother/Omi/Oma. Edith was born in Hamburg, Germany on August 14, 1922 and moved to Tomslake, BC in 1965. During her life in Canada, Mom loved her farm life and was always the cornerstone of the farm and her family. In 2007, Mom moved to Dawson Creek, where she continued her interest in volunteer work in the community, especially the Red Cross. Mom was recognized as Volunteer of the Year for the Northern BC District. Receiving the award was a very proud moment for her and her family. Mom moved to Nanaimo in 2012. In Nanaimo, she continued her volunteering by manning the Salvation Army kettle at Port Place. Edith is survived by daughter, Marianne (Jim) Turley; daughter-in-law, Barbara (Lan) Lieurance; grandchildren: Symon, Ki, Kevin, Maureen, Stefanie, Kim, Karen and Inga; and her 9 great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be held at Sands Funeral Chapel on Saturday, March 22nd at 10:00am. Sands ~ Nanaimo (250)753-2032

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Simpson, Thomas Crichton Birrell September 1940 - March 2014 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Dad. Predeceased by his loving mother, father and brother. Left behind is one brother, David; four daughters: Catherine, Angel, Paula, and Tammy (Tambo); grandchildren: Stephen, Angelena, Barry, Victoria, Peter, Cynthia, Danielle, Jessica, Tiffany, and Dustin; and 12 great-grandchildren. He will be missed by all, as well as many, many friends. Place him in the region of peace and light and bid him share the company of Your saints. First Memorial Funeral Services 250-754-8333

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Paul passed away quickly, after a short battle with cancer, in the caring hands of the people of Woodgrove Manor. He had a good, long life and will be remembered for his love of family and friends, particularly his grandchildren. Paul was a strong willed man, with firm life goals and a dry sense of humour. While he was not an overly emotional man, children and pets somehow adored him. He had a soft side too, along with a spirit of adventure that brought him to Canada in 1952. Paul was born in Fredericia, Denmark where he lived with his parents and five brothers and sisters. With the advent of WWII, at fourteen years old he left school and took a job at a fish plant, packing and cleaning fish to help support his family. In 1945, he transported fish to Germany and the Netherlands. Paul was then conscripted into the army and became a corporal and driving instructor for two years. In 1949, the young, handsome corporal swept Johanne off her feet and married her in 1951. Upon leaving the army, he drove taxi in order to raise enough funds to migrate to Canada in 1952. Six months later he sent for his wife. Paul and his younger brother, Gunnar, managed to find their way from Halifax to Port Alberni and their older brother Kay, with only $50 in their wallets. A little gambling may have helped along the way. Upon departing the train, it was either fight forest fires or begin work at the Somass Sawmill. Paul worked very hard, studied English for ten years and slowly worked his way up the ladder. He eventually retired as the superintendant, in 1985, and had over 500 men under his supervision. He felt it was a meaningful accomplishment for an immigrant with a grade eight education. He was proud of his work with McMillan and Bloedel, and the family he had built in Canada. He was fiercely protective of them both. Paul also enjoyed fishing, camping, gardening and walking. Few could keep up to him on his 10k walks, until he was 80 years old. He is survived by his sons and their wives: Roy and Kathy, Benny and Pauline; and grandchildren: William, Eric and Chris. He also has seven nieces and nephews in Canada. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life has ended in peace and dignity. He went quickly, the way he wanted it, and he will be remembered in so many ways. He was a good father, father in-law, grandfather and friend. He is now where he wants to be, with his wife Hanne. Goodbye Far Far. We love you. An afternoon tea will be held to celebrate Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life at Roy and Kathyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on Saturday, March 29, from 1:00 to 4:00PM. First Memorial Funeral Services 250-754-8333

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HELP WANTED Burger King at 1150 Terminal Avenue, Nanaimo & 2751 Cliffe Ave Courtenay,BC, needs F/T permanent Food Counter Attendants. No formal education, no exp. required. Duties: take food orders, payments, wrap food items, clean work area, etc. Wages $10.50 p/h. Apply in person or send resume to: jobburgerking@yahoo.ca

AUTOMOTIVE Technician needed immediately in Vernon BC. We are a busy independent shop doing all types of diagnosing, maintenance and repairs. Wages are $25/hr but negotiable. We are located in the desirable North Okanagan. obcauto@gmail.com 250-545-3378

JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC is required for coastal logging operations near Woss, BC. Year round employment with full benefits. Further details can be found at www.hdlogging.com Please fax resume to 250-287-9259.

PERSONAL SERVICES FINANCIAL SERVICES

www.mrsparkle.net 250-714-6739

Call Jonathan

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

COMPUTER SERVICES COMPUTER PRO.$30 service call. Mobile Certified Computer Tech. Virus removal. Seniors discount. 250-802-1187. U-NEED-A-NERD Friendly onsite professional computer, website and design services. Jason is BACK! 250-585-8160 or visit: jasonseale.com

EAVESTROUGH BRADâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOME DETAILING Gutter cleaning/Washing vinyl siding (by brush)/ De-mossing roofs/ Pressure washing/Windows. Brad 250-619-0999 bradshomedetailing@shaw.ca

EXPERIENCED PARTS person required for Trojan Collision. Must know Auto body Industry. Call (250)756-1266 ask for Damien or Daryl.

HELP WANTED

Editor

COMOX VALLEY RECORD The award-winning Comox Valley Record has an opening for an editor in their newsroom. The successful candidate will possess an attention to detail as well as the ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment. As well as editing copy and paginating pages, we are looking for a high energy individual who expects to generate quality stories for all types of publications including specialty supplements. You are totally versed in social media and would enjoy the challenge of integrating video news stories as well. Knowledge of Canadian Press style is vital. As editor you will have the ability to lead and direct the editorial staff in a team environment. The ability to organize copy and supervise the production of multimedia journalism. Having a proven track record of turning around wellwritten, fact-based, concise content quickly for posting online that day - with collateral (text, photos and video). Please forward your cover letter and resume by March 20th, 2014 Black Press is a well-established, nationally-recognized community newspaper group with more than 150 community, daily and urban papers located in B.C., Alberta, Washington state, Hawaii and Ohio. Please forward resume to: Zena Williams, Publisher COMOX VALLEY RECORD 765 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 2Z7 email : publisher@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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PERSONAL SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

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Parksville/Qualicum Beach News The Parksville Qualicum Beach News is looking for a graphic designer, on a permanent part time basis, to create newspaper and web advertising and page layout. A solid understanding of branding principles and the ability to apply your creativity to generate original ideas is a must. Required skills and experience: â&#x20AC;˘ A degree or diploma in graphic design (or equivalent work experience) â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum 2 years work experience preferred â&#x20AC;˘ In-depth knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite on a Mac platform â&#x20AC;˘ Solid design and conceptual skills â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent communication skills, able to multi-task, and the ability to interact with clients. If you pride yourself as a ďŹ rst-rate graphic designer then this is an opportunity for you to become part of our awardwinning team. This position is available on a permanent part time basis, plus additional holiday relief and extra hours as needed. Please send a resume with a portfolio showcasing your talent to: Peggy Sidbeck, Creative Services Manager The Parksville Qualicum Beach News production@pqbnews.com Closing date: Wednesday, March 26, 2014 Black Press C O M M U N I T Y

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

GARDENING

HANDYPERSONS

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

ANTIQUES/VINTAGE

FURNITURE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

LOCAL LANDSCAPES. Residential & Strata Landscape Maintenance. (250)616-2410.

HAPPY HANDYMAN Services - No Job too Small! Junk removal, carpentry, gardening, landscaping, etc. Deliver small loads of soil, bark mulch, gravel and other items. Call (250)667-1382.

ALL TRADES- Home updates? Hardwood, Tile, Laminate, Kitchen & Bath Reno’s. All exterior Roofing, Siding, Decks & Fencing. References available. 250-722-0131. BLUE OX Home ServicesExpert Renovation & Handyman Services. Refs & Insured. Call 250-713-4409, visit us at: www.Blueoxhomeservices.ca

ANTIQUE LAMPS, crystal, ceramic smalls, tables, framed prints, dressers. View daily 1pm-4pm. (250)754-3389.

WHITE CABINET, custom made, base 30” high, 8 feet long, top piece is 60” high. Asking $400 firm. Call (250)586-3339.

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

GARAGE SALES

HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, W/D, F/S, granite tiles, beautiful, 17-pce kitchen cupboards, jacuzzi. (250)753-0160

SNOW DAMAGED

Trees,Hedges,Shrubs. Call for qualiﬁed professional help.

Certiﬁed Garden Designer/Arborist

Ivan 250-758-0371

OLD FASHIONED HANDYMAN Drywall, tile, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, full baths, Quality work. Reasonable prices. 250-616-9095.

RENOVATE NOW!

Expanding or Renovating your home/bathroom/ kitchen/basement? Painting, Roofing & Finish Carpentry also available. No job too small. Free estimates. Insured

RELIABLE HANDYMAN Services. Seniors rates avail. Call (250)390-9885.

HAULING AND SALVAGE FREE QUOTES: Same Day Rubbish, Yard Waste, Recyling, Donating. 250-668-6851.

Richard 250-729-7809

JUNK TO THE DUMP. Jobs Big or small, I haul it all! I recycle & donate to local charities. Sean (250)741-1159 or (250)667-1382.

ROSE Home Improvements. Expert Renovations and Repairs. Great Prices. Call Scott at 250-668-9155 for a FREE Estimate or email RoseHIAR@hotmail.com

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MOVING & STORAGE MOVING/ Deliveries. “Lower Price.” Job Quotes or hourly rate. Jason (250)668-6851

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

FREE ITEMS FREE: PORTABLE Playpen, good cond. Folds up in 2’ bag. Call (250)754-6487. FREE. QUEEN SIZE Clean mattress, for pick up. Call (250)758-4253.

FRIENDLY FRANK 24” ELECTRIC stove, good working order, $99. Call (250)753-2559. 4 COMPOST bins, $20/each. Call (250)756-1728. CCM EXERCISE bike, 20 yrs old, very heavy, works perfectly, $30. Call (250)756-2937. GOLF CLUBS, left handed men’s w/ Caddie golf cart , bag and many extras. $99. Call 250-758-0415. LULULEMON COAT; black with hood, sz med., drawstring at waist, good cond., $99 obo. (250)754-3705 MEN’S BIKE in good working condition, $55. Call (250)5865250.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

NEW HOMESENSE king duvet cover 2 shams, $50. Call (250)714-0712. WHEELBARROW, $45. Push lawnmower, $35. Call (250)758-2786.

NOW HIRING

Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed the safety of employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results.

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC (Northern Vancouver Island)

PAINTING

FUEL/FIREWOOD

A-ONE PAINTING and Wallpapering. Serving Nanaimo for 30 years. Senior Discount. Free estimates. 250-585-6499

COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).

PLATT PAINTING For experienced quality painting Free Estimates and Senior Discounts Call John and Jon at 250-713-9300

FORESTRY CLERK

PLUMBING

GRAPPLE YARDER OPERATOR

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

Port McNeill (Term – 15 months) (Holberg Forest Operation)

FURNITURE COFFEE TABLE, 60” x 19”, good cond, solid wood construction, $100. 2 end tables, $60 ea. 1 (250)756-2694

www.westernforest.com/business-value/our-people-employment/careers

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive beneðts package.

DYNAMITE DEAN’S Rubbish Removal. Prompt, professional service. “No Messing Around!” 250-616-0625, 250-754-6664.

PETS

If you believe that you have the skills and qualiðcations, and want to experience the special West Coast lifestyle reply in conðdence to: Human Resources Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING in my home. Safe, loving environment. No cages. 7day to long term stay. Limited space. 250-740-5554

Bank Trust Insurance Wealth Management

We know Nanaimo. Do you know banking? Canadian Western Bank (CWB) is looking for an experienced Account Manager, Retail Banking for our local branch. Do you have a background in banking and client service? Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your career with an employer who puts people first? Look no further. At CWB we pride ourselves on the relationships we build with our clients. Our Nanaimo branch is seeking an Account Manager, Retail Banking to enhance relationships with existing clients and attract new personal banking clients, all while providing the knowledgeable, courteous and efficient client service that CWB is known for. We are looking for a candidate with a minimum of five years of banking experience, strong client service and negotiation skills, and who is familiar with different types of business structures. CWB offers highly personalized service through its 41 branch locations and is the largest publicly traded Canadian bank headquartered in Western Canada. Our group of partner companies collectively offers financial services in banking, trust, insurance and wealth management. We provide a dynamic work environment, and excellent career growth opportunities and benefits. Join the team at CWB Group. Apply now.

HUGE INDOOR GARAGE SALE

Sat. March 22nd, 9am-2pm Salvation Army Church 505 8th St., corner of 8th & Bruce. 55 Vendors! Bring non-perishable food item. Info: 250-740-1004 NANAIMO: 5431 Alta Vista Dr- (off Lost Lake Rd). Fri, Mar. 21st, 12pm-3pm, Sat., 22nd, 9am-1pm. Dutch antique wall clock, tools, nails, new table saw, cedar patio planters, household items, plants, wishing well, privacy screens.

KING BED 100% natural latex foam 3 1/2 yrs old. Smoke free home, no stains, very clean. Also have the bed frame $550.00, call 250-898-0403 POWER LIFT CHAIR: Golden brand, burgundy colored, like new. Paid $$2000. new, asking $550. Transport wheelchair $287. new Asking $125. 250-758-7614 QUEEN MATTRESS SET! Pillowtop Style. Brand New. $200. (250)713-9680 ROXTON MAPLE dinning room set; round table with 2 leaves, 4 chairs with glass door hutch on buffet. Excellent condition. Asking $900. Call (250)722-3204. THOMASVILLE 2 piece entertainment unit, cherry wood. Excellent condition. width 45”, height 82” and depth 26”. TV included. $200. Call (250)7292690 (Nanaimo). TWO MATCHING Lazboy recliners. Clean, grey/brown fabric. $200/pair obo. Phone 250246-1481

FIREARMS

2300 Bowen Rd ~ Beban Park, Centennial Building Saturday, March 29th 9am-1:30pm All kinds of goods on Sale! Fee $1.00 ~ Under 12 Free

N. NANAIMO: 4901 Lost Lake Rd., Sat., Mar. 22, 9am-2pm. Household moving sale; appliances, misc., tools, etc...

HOBBIES & CRAFTS GLASS FUSING Kiln, Evenheat model, 120 volt, manual control, 14.5” x 6.5”. $450, please call for more information, 250-890-9233.

MEDICAL SUPPLIES DELUXE GOLDEN Breeza, power-lift recliner, tan leather. New at $3100; Sell $2200 obo. (250)754-3703.

1 OMEGA juicer (Model #8003) $200, 1 CPAP breathing machine, like new, $350. Call (250)933-3900. 1 stove, $20. 1 Kenmore Stacker Dryer with new motor. Needs heat element. $100. Deep freeze $80. 7 white aluminum windows all for $250 or sold separate. Various sizes. Open to offers 250-752-0169 Power Chair, new batteries, asking $1200. (250)746-8428 2 DOOR steel cabinet, $20. 2 golf travel covers (Wilson) $10/each, coffee table (country style) $30. Entertainment centre approx 54wx18dx60h w/glass door, $60. Micro-wave tables w/shelves, $25/each. Call (250)753-7709. ARROWSMITH GOLF and Country Club full membership for sale. Call (250)752-1490 CEDAR CHESTBBQ with tools and tank, patio table, umbrella and 4 chairs. 12.5’ Sail boat. Ikea bookcase and cupboard. Chesterfield with matching loveseat, 20 ft. flagpole, lawn-spreader. Call 250954-1771. NEW AREA Rug red w/black & white, bought, $300, sell $100. 7’lx5w. (250)585-7744.

FIREARMS

No need to wait for the next amnesty. I am a Licensed Firearms Dealer (RCMP Authorized) and will purchase most types of firearms.

cwb.com

COLLEGE HEIGHTS, Nanaimo. Beautiful ocean/city views. 4bdrms w/2bdrm suite. Owner will carry mortgage/reasonable down payment. Also LADYSMITH 3bdrm w/1bdrm suite, dble garage +1000 sq.ft. storage area. $25,000 down. 250753-0160

MT. ARROWSMITH golf membership for sale. Annual green fees paid for by the corporate passes. Contact for more info. 250-248-2210 or 250-240-0007. DUNCAN- ONLY $364,500. 2 bdrms+ den, 2.5 bath, supersized rec room, open concept, oak flrs, stainless steel appls. RV parking. (250)710-1947.

QUALITY GARDEN SHEDS Gazebos, pergolas, follies, greenhouses, studios, storage & more. Call 250-951-0855 ROYAL DOLTON dishes “Japora” $350. Antique chair, $75. Call (250)933-3900.

(Licensed Firearms Dealer)

Bill: (250) 951-1385

LADYSMITH 55+ patio the end unit. Immac 2BR 2WR. Spiffy Kit. Jenn-Air Stovetop + Electrolux Wall Oven. 1 pet ok. $259500. 250-924-4398.

WOODSTOVE, GREAT condition, nice and clean. Located in Nanaimo (you must be able to pick up). $500 obo. Call (250)933-5223

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS PIANO (SHERLOCK Manning), $600. Beautiful condition. Located in Qualicum Beach. Call (250)752-5373.

LADYSMITH: SEMI-OCEAN FRONT home on treed 6.5 acres. 3 B/R, 2 level 2,600 sq.ft 433,000. (250)245-8950

VIOLIN: WELL kept. Bow, new set of strings, case, musical stand. Ideal for someone wishing to learn to play the violin. $147.00. (250)754-2521

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS NANAIMO WATERFRONT 2nd floor condo. 1500 sq.ft. LR/DR/2bdrms with view, den, gas FP, secure bldg. 2 underground parking spaces. Maintenance fee includes hot water/gas/landscaping. 1 pet OK. View anytime. $339,900 Reduced to $329,000. (250)7539123

LIVE IN this 3 bdrm house with mortgage helper (legal 1 bdrm suite $750/mo). Have a home based business in the 2.5 car garage w/separate driveway (room for RV). New plumbing, windows, Valor F/P, laminate floors/ carpet, driveway, HW tank, D/W, W & D, all appliances stay. 2 blks to City Hall/Library. Low util’s w/2 natural gas F/Ps, stove, HW and dryer (separate meters). Garden shed/small studio, veg garden and xeriscaping front yard (no watering). A must see @ $349,900. (250)954-0227.

QUALICUM BEACH440 Schley Place. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1150 sq.ft., top floor. Gas fireplace, elevator, N/S, 1 small pet allowed. $225,000. May consider lease/purchase. Phone 250-594-8097

DUPLEX/4-PLEX OPEN HOUSE- Sat & Sun, every weekend, 1-4pm. New Duplex For Sale, Duncan, at 5909 Stonehaven Dr. in Stone Manor Estate’s (near Hospital) 1850sq.ft. 3 bdrms, 3.5 baths, 5 appls and much more, $295,000. Also New Home For Sale: 5887 Stonehaven Dr, 2050 sq ft, 2 bdrm + den + rec room heat pump, 5 appls, central vac, $364,500. near hospital. Quality homes at an affordable price. Call Gord (250)7101947.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Please contact me for a confidential discussion. I am available to meet at your home.

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Canadian Western Bank is an equal opportunity employer. For recruitment purposes we may share information with our other branches, departments and subsidiaries on a strictly conﬁdential basis. We appreciate interest expressed by all applicants, however, only those individuals interviewed will receive a response.

HUSQVARNA RIDER (18AWD/3 blades) 4 yrs old, $3,200 obo. TROY-BUILT tiller (with manuals), Horse model H60, $400 obo. Construction ladder, 12’-24’ telescoping, $45. Memorex turntable CD/cassette recorder, $40. Variety of fishing rods & reels, best offer. 250-746-7238

NANAIMO LION’S CLUB SUPER FLEA MARKET

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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CAROL’S CRAFTERS- Craft Fair every Sunday, 10-3pm at North Oyster Community Centre, 13467 Cedar Road. Many Artisans, new crafters welcome. For more info: Nicole (250)754-8905.

$225,000. Great neighborhood two story home, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Completely renovated. See for details.: www.arrowsmithlistings.ca HERITAGE HOTEL 30 rooms mixed commercial for sale. Asking $399,000. Call (250)735-0649.

NORTH NANAIMO- 107 Harpooner Place (off McGirr) 2100sq ft, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, ocean mtn views, cul-de-sac, close to schools, lrg fenced yrd, new kitchen & roof, beautiful deck, lot size 7600sqft. $389,000. (250)756-6125.

QUALICUM BEACH Ocean view 1600sqft built 2010. 2 bdrm 3 bath 3 levels walk to town beach. 20x12 shop carport, RV parking low maint high efficient home $485,000. Call 250-228-4623.

ROYSTON - 4347 Briardale Rd. 1816 sqft (main floor: 1066 spft). 3 bdrm/1 bath up, 1 bdrm/1 bath down. Ph: 250871-5222 Earl or Jeanette

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

NANAIMO

HOUSES FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOMES FOR RENT

DOWNTOWN NANAIMO- 1 bdrm furnished, city/ocean view, quiet bldg. NS/NP. Refs. (250)753-1930.

BRECHIN - 860 sqft. 2 bdrm. home with ocean view. New paint inside/out & new flooring. 8x8 storage in and 2nd out. $890/mo. if tenant does lawn care. N/P N/S. 250-591-4601 speak to Brenda for more info. or email bgilroy@460pm.com

LOOK & FEEL OF CLASS! $210,500

1681 BOUNDARY AVE Manager 250-618-4510 UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

DOWNTOWN NANAIMO: Beautiful 2bdrm, ocean view. 5appl’s. Clean & quiet. $900. Call (250)754-2207.

$600 & UP Large 2 BR. Suites

Immaculate 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1270 sq.ft. condo. Secured underground parking, popular north end location, walking distance to shopping and transportation. Small pet allowed. Priced sharp!

WHY PAY RENT WHEN YOU CAN OWN? $129,900

2 bdrm, 2 bath, renovated home on 6,200 sq.ft. lot! Country setting, yet only minutes to town. No rules! No Fees! Just a great home in a great area at a great price!

33’ CONVERTED Trawler with 6 cylinder Isuzu diesel engine with 2100 hours. Ready to fish or cruise. Good electronics, Survey valued at $25,000. Sell for $7,500. Call Jim at (778)421-1310 or Ted at (250)723-8089, Pt. Alberni. For more info or viewing.

Close to Hospital and bus, elevator, wheelchair accessible. Special incentives for seniors. Free Storage (depends on availability) CALL TODAY AND START PACKING!

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS Property has been rented for the past 6 years for $2,000/mo. Now vacant. 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 kitchen, 2 laundries, big deck, large (.19 acre) city lot. Walk to shopping malls, arena, pool, recreation areas and all levels of schooling, including VIU. Pensioner owner has retired, needing a quick sale. Priced below $300K with some creative financing options. Excellent holding property. David 250743-2174

Brown Bros Agencies Ltd. Central Nanaimo: 1& 2bdrms. Holly Ave. Hot water included. $550/$650. (250)754-5397 CLOSE TO Downtown. Large self contained Studio, $595. Small pet ok. 250-668-7462. CLOSE TO Downtown. Lrg 4 bdrm. W/D. $1250. Sm pet ok. Call 250-668-7462.

RECREATIONAL PROPERTY

DON’T PASS THIS ONE UP!! $215,900

CLOSE TO Town - 1 bdrm, $650 inclds cable. 2 bdrm close to Bowen Park, $750 (250)618-6800, (250)753-4642

❃NEW UPSCALE❃ BUILDING • 1 bdrm

WILLOW POINT RANCHER Move-In Ready. Mint Cond. $287,000. 250-923-8445 or 250-202-0197. Campbell River

3 bdrm, 2 bath, 1161 sq.ft. townhome. Only 4 units in this complex. Loads of parking. Popular north Nanaimo location. Perfect home at sharp price!

Call Michele Blanchette for more information

LOTS COMMERCIAL LOT in Downtown Duncan. $170,000. 250247-7208

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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO COOMBS 3 BDRM updated clean 14 wide mobile in pet friendly family park. $49,000. Call 250-937-1760.

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Meicor Properties Chemainus: Lockwood Villa. Well kept bldg, 1 bdrm $625 incl heat & hot water, available now. N/S, 1 small pet welcome. 250-246-1033. www.meicorproperties.com

Call (250)618-5188. ❃NEW UPSCALE❃ BUILDING

• 2 bdrm • 2 bdrm+ den Open concept, stainless steel appliances, in suite laundry, concierge services and fitness centre. Close to shopping & transit.

NANAIMO: 1 bedroom suites available, rents starting @ $525. H/W included, on bus route, close to VIU & shopping, No Smoking & No Pets, 1 yr lease. Call (250)754-8411 NANAIMO: QUIET, clean comfortable 1 bdrm avail. Central location,intercom, vator. Free hot water. N/P. Refs. $675/mo. Mark/Don 250-753-8633.

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NANAIMO: TOP floor 2 bdrm Apt. Clean and quiet building. Avail. now. Central location, intercom, elevator. Free hot water. NS/NP. Refs. $775/mo. Call Mark/Don 250-753-8633. UPPER LANTZVILLE- Very clean newly reno’d 1 bdrm detached apartment. F/S, W/D, NS/NP, $650. Available now. Call 250-716-6797. UPPER LANTZVILLE- Very clean newly reno’d 1 bdrm detached apartment. F/S, W/D, NS/NP, $650. Available now. Call 250-716-6797.

ROOMS FOR RENT ROOM & BATH, share kitchen & laundry. Priv. entrance, near College. 20’s working person or student. Ref’s, damage. $420./mo. (250)754-8150.

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING Emerald Estates Parksville. 55 + semi assisted living. 1 bdrm patio home. Recently painted & reno’d. Hskpng & lndry incl’d, meal plan opt’l. $1200. Call 250-248-0966

SHARED ACCOMMODATION DEPARTURE BAY, large room; shared kitchen, bath, laundry. Cable, hydro, parking included. N/S. Close to bus. $495/month. (250)760-0842 Available immediately.

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MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL Commercial space available at Timberlands Mobile Home Park, 3581 Hallberg Rd. Suitable for restaurant or small grocery. Call 250-245-3647.

COTTAGES BEAUTIFUL RIVERFRONT private, furnished or not cottage, $700. Wifi, hydro included Avail Apr 1. (250)754-0099.

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

Call (250)618-5188.

JINGLEPOT: 1 side of duplex, 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, near school and Steve Marshall Automotive. Avail now. $995/mo. Call (250)758-7055.

DOWNTOWN: Large 1bdrm. Available Immed. N/P Ref’s. Also avail. Bachelor apt. Call (250)729-1997.

ROSSTOWN ROAD, 3 bdrm 2 bath SxS duplex. Clean, bright, vacant, large yard, W/D hookup. Avail April 1. $1050. Call Shannon 250-758-4871.

or call 753-8200 #100-319 Selby Street

SUITES, LOWER CENTRAL NANAIMO: 1 bdrm grnd level, W/D, close to shopping and bus route. NS/NP. Quiet. Ref’s. $750 incld’s util’s. 250-758-6968, 250-797-1252.

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Oceanfront, Surfside RV Resort! This 1 bdrm, 40 ft Woodland Park Model sits on one of the most desirable lots in this family orientated park, steps from the pool, hot tub, tennis court, beach & clubhouse. 300 sq.ft. sunroom. 4x6 storage shed, stunning ocean and mountain views & ZERO Maintenance! Membership paid to the end of 2029. $59,900. Live for $260/m. (250) 240-3574

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said he thinks the offence is coming along pretty well. “A lot of hard hit balls,” he said. “We’re hitting balls harder earlier than we have, so that’s a really good sign.” The Mariners perennially put themselves in contention for a conference championship and look forward to starting to work toward that goal again in 2014. “We’ve played fairly good baseball for the most part and we’re excited to move forward with this group,” Blundell said.

The Senior AAA boys’ basketball provincial took place in Langley from March 12-15. The Wellington Secondary School Wildcats and the Nanaimo District Secondary School Islanders took part. Wellington opened up play on March 12 with a 74-57 victory over Matthew McNair but lost to Abbotsford by a final of 77-58 last Thursday and to Sutherland 65-60 last Friday. The Wildcats closed off tournament play with a 71-56 loss to Vernon on Saturday. The Wildcats’ Tyler Radelja was named a first-team all-star. Nanaimo District Secondary began tournament play with a 61-40 loss to Sutherland on March 12 and followed that up with a 61-44 victory over Samuel Robertson Technical last Thursday. The Islanders closed off tournament play with a 73-42 loss to North Peace on Friday and a 93-47 loss to Fleetwood Park on Saturday. For more information, scores and stats, please visit www. sportvictoria.com/ basketball.

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Spring training took the VIBI Mariners around the Pacific Northwest. They played tough U.S. college teams. They played four games in one day. They played one night until almost dawn. “They’ve battled,” said Jordan Blundell, Vancouver Island Baseball Institute manager. “They’re a tough group and that’s what we are here, we’re a tough group on the Island.” So the Mariners should be ready for whatever the regular season is about to bring. The M’s travel to Kamloops this week for the start of the Canadian College Baseball Conference schedule, facing the host Thompson Rivers University WolfPack on Friday (March 21) and then the Prairie Baseball Academy Dawgs on Saturday. The baseball fundamentals are still coming around at this time of year, but some facets of the game are improving. “Part of what the spring is about is getting some guys on the field that are fighting for the last job or two, to try to get playing time and see where they stack up against themselves and their teammates,” Blundell said. One area the Mariners feel they’ve improved this season is defensively. “You’ll make an amazing play here and there, but if we can take care of the baseball and make the plays we’re supposed to, that will help everything,” the manager said.

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Vancouver Island Baseball Institute Mariners pitcher Connor Russell throws a strike during the fourth inning of a pre-season game against the Okanagan Coyotes last Thursday afternoon at Serauxmen Stadium.

VIBI ace Connor Russell, a 6-foot-4 righty, is back to lead a workmanlike pitching staff. “The core starting four in our rotation will take us a long way,” Russell said. “We have four good arms that we’re hoping to run out there every weekend and give us a chance to win.” He said pitchers have had a little trouble finding the zone this spring, but he thinks that will come. “Once we establish first-pitch strike and are throwing strikes

throughout the game we’re going to be a lot more effective,” Russell said. As for the offence, Jordan Blundell said his hitters still show some inconsistency but that’s understandable at this time of year as coaches try to get lots of different guys at-bats. “It’s tough to be consistent with new guys hitting in front and behind you,” the manager said. “You find a way to give them the best chance to work together.” Dallas Monk, VIBI infielder,

VIU badminton team makes it a banner year BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

The VIU Mariners were a smash hit at badminton nationals. Graydon Robb and Pat Thompson won gold in men’s doubles at the Canadian Colleges’ Athletics Association championships in Edmonton earlier this month. Robb and Thompson defeated Langara’s Hugh Leung and Shurman Chan in the gold-medal match by scores of 21-19, 16-21, 21-16. “They were on a mis-

sion,” said coach Janice Walker. Robb and Thompson had been runners-up to Leung and Chan at the Pacific Western Athletic Association provincials in February, but the teams had been close all season. Walker said Robb and Thompson had been sick leading up to provincials and hadn’t been at their best at that tourney. They had the right mindset, though, at nationals, where they went undefeated. Walker said the goldmedal match was

intense. “We were doing our best to work hard to be focused on one point at a time and not get too caught up in what was at stake,” said the coach. The VIU duo was able to minimize errors and dictate the flow of play, which was important, as it kept the big Mariners on offence and gave them opportunities to go for booming smashes. “Everybody wants to be on the attack, but it was huge for us,” Walker said. “If we can get on attack we have the upper hand.”

The duo was playing its only year together, as Robb is a freshman while Thompson is a senior. The two made improvements to their communication on the court over the course of the season and by nationals, they hardly ever found themselves going after the same bird. The gold medals will be enjoyed not only by the victors, but by the whole program. “I hope that we’re going to see some more interest…” Walker said. “People see you in a new

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VIU badminton player Pat Thompson makes a play on the bird during PacWest competition earlier this season at the Vancouver Island University gym.

light, certainly, when you have a banner coming home. So we’ll hope that

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squad capped a super year by claiming a Vancouver Mainland Football League provincial championship with a As of today we’re 17-11 win over North officially into a new Surrey Bears in the season, which is title game. It was a just fine for Football very satisfying vicNanaimo, as the local tory for head coach association is all Sean Roden, who saw geared up to kick off the team struggle for its spring much of schedule. the season thorpe The local but persereport minor footvere and Ian Thorpe ball orgafind its Columnist nization form in the operates playoffs. programs From in both that team, fall and MVP honspring. At ours were its recent shared by annual Chae-Cody general Faickney meeting, awards were and captain Ethan given out from last Schulz. Caleb Wassell fall’s season, and was named as best plans were put in offensive lineman, place for the spring and Austin Lyle as season ahead. My top offensive back. thanks to long-time Chosen as best defencoach Sean Roden sive lineman was for sending word Steve Bowen, with that Leif Rasmussen Ron MacDonald the will head up Football best defensive back. Nanaimo this year, Top linebacker assisted by vice award from the Redpresident Kevin Ross- men went to Riley nagel. Others on the Savard, and the executive are treateam’s best receivsurer Marcia Wright, ers were named registrar Michelle Ryan Chickite and Boese, past president Marcus Severe. Most Aileen Mutch Faickimproved player ney, and directors at award went to Mark large Grant Renton Rudston-Brown. and Sarah Craven. Jake Borserio was Given recognition chosen as rookie of at the AGM were top the year, while Will minor football parCook and Andrew ticipants from each Neufeld shared the age level, as player most sportsmanlike awards from the award. Receiving the past fall season were Silva Trophy as the presented. From the coaches’ achievepeewee level, named ment award was as team MVP for the Jonah Wassell. year was Mack LivingIn other football stone. Best offensive awards given out, player was Colton Frank Broz was Campbell, while best named as junior defensive player coach of the year, was Tavish Allan, and Todd Hansen as and best lineman senior coach of the was Spencer Broz. year. Honoured as The most improved Football Nanaimo player was named as executives of the Owen Rains, while year were Marcia Cameron Sannes was Wright and Allison most sportsmanlike Largue. player, and Dallon As for the upcoming Huschi took home spring tackle season, the coaches’ achieve- player registrament award. tions are now being Award winners taken and practices from the fall bantam have begun. Those team included Cory practices take place Fletcher chosen as at Pioneer Park, most valuable player, and are normally and Owen Toth as held Tuesdays and most improved. Fridays starting at Malcolm Barr was 6:30 p.m., with regtabbed as best defen- istrations accepted sive player, and Dylan on Tuesdays from Strutt as best line6-7:30 p.m. at the man. Football Nanaimo Last season’s clubhouse at Piomidget Redmen neer Park. Forms

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hen self-described “violinextremist” Kytami graduated from high school, she decided to give up violin and take up snowboarding. “I quit playing because I was just kind of done with classical music,” she said. Kytmai, who was born in Vancouver and raised in White Rock, had been playing the violin since she was three years old. She graduated from the Vancouver Academy of Music when she was 17, but felt the classical music scene was far too restrictive for her. “I was getting in trouble for the way I dressed for my lessons,” Kytami said. “I was never really into competing and testing. I think I’ve always been more of a performer. I’ve been on stages since I was three and that’s what I love to do. I loved playing chamber music and playing in an orchestra, but I didn’t know I could play with other kinds of musicians.” It was around that time that Kytami decided take up her new found love of snowboarding and move to Whistler, but it wasn’t long before the violin was back in her hands. “I ended up landing a gig at the Irish pub [Dubh Linn Gate Pub] up there. It was supposed to be a one-off thing but it turned into a pretty regular thing. It really got my chops back up and it also got me having fun with music again because people would come down after skiing and have a few drinks. It just became a fun thing and there was no pressure.” Around the same time she was dating a DJ who exposed her to a wide range of genres. The frequent exposure to hiphop, trance, dance and other genres got the creative juices flowing for Kytami. “I started having this idea that maybe I could make music in that style,” she said. “I thought about moving to the U.K. for awhile to really explore that, but I ended up coming back to Vancouver and meet-

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Kytami was a founding member of the popular dance group Delhi 2 Dublin before taking the solo career path in 2012. She performs at The Globe on March 29.

ing bands and producers in Vancouver.” Kytami will be showcasing her unique style at the Globe on March 29. It will be the first time she’s ever performed as a solo artist in the Harbour City. In 2002, Kytami released her first solo album titled Conflation and followed that up with the release of her self-titled album in 2012. Both albums feature her unique blend of classical music and fiddle styles with hip-hop and dubstep. “I just made it up as I went along. I felt like it was something I needed to do. I just had this idea and I felt like it could be done,” Kytami said about her style. “Now it’s a little more common, but at the time I didn’t know anyone. I kind

of felt like I was knocking down these walls. I was discovering who I was more as an artist and creating art and creating music.” In 2006, Kytami was a founding member of a band called Delhi 2 Dublin, which captured international attention with its unique Celtic-Punjabi-electronica style of music. “I was there right from the very beginning,” she said. “I wrote our very first two songs and one of those songs just hit a chord. It was really amazing and fun to watch it just take off.” As a member of Delhi 2 Dublin, Kytami toured across throughout North America and overseas. She said that she learned

a lot about the music industry during her time with the band. “I learned a lot about how to organize myself and I made a lot of great connections with that band,” she said. “When I launched myself as a solo artist I was able to take advantage of those connections.” However, in 2010 Kytami decided to split from the band restart her solo career after a continuing disagreement on the artistic direction of the band. “Near the end I felt like I still had my own ideas that I wanted to focus on more,” Kytami said. “It was a really hard decision and it was painful because we had spent five, almost six, years together and we had accomplished a lot.” Since relaunching her solo career, Kytami received two awards. In 2013 she won Live Act of The Year at the Vancouver Island Music Awards and Electronic/ Dance Recording of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards. “That was some reassurance that I was on the right track,” she said. “It was amazing. I did not expect to win at all.” Kytami is currently finishing up a mix tape, which she hopes to release soon. She’s also working on a new album and planning on touring. Since the birth of her daughter nine years ago, Kytami only tours for a maximum of three weeks. “I’ve always toured ever since she was a baby and luckily I have amazing family support that has allowed me to do that ... That’s the unfortunate thing for a lot of female artists. I’ve seen it happen with a lot of female artists where it’s either a family or a career in music. It’s really tough to balance both, but I like I said family support has made all the difference in keeping this going,” Kytami said. Her daughter, Cyprus, still has questions about her mother’s career choice and once suggested that her mother get a job. “I don’t think she fully understands. She told me once that I should get a real job ... she said I should work in the movie theatre,” Kytami said, laughing. arts@nanaimobulletin.com

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It was a trip to Mexico that got the music started for Auliya Vicious. “I didn’t have a lot of music in my life for a long time,” Vicious said. “I had a fairly life-changing event and I had a big chunk of time and my dad said ‘you can’t just sit around

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yellow poinT Drama Group stages Affections of May. By Nicholas Pescod The News bulleTiN

A woman one day wakes up to find herself alone in a tiny town. However, it doesn’t take long for her to become entangled in a love triangle. That’s the basis for the latest production by the Yellow Point Drama Group. The Af fections of May, which is in its final weekend at Cedar hall, focuses on a woman named May, who suddenly finds herself alone in a small town after her husband abandons her and their bed and breakfast business for a life in the city. Word quickly gets around that there is a new bachelorette in town and soon two local men, Quinn and Hank, begin courting her. Actor Brian March said residents in smaller communities and cities, such as Nanaimo, will be able to relate to the small town theme in the play. “I think they will take away the fact that they will understand the situation,” March said. “We get a lot of people who move here from big cities and other provinces and they’re thrown into a situation where they’re trying to

navigate small town politics ... I think people will be able to relate on that level.” The Affections of May, written by Norm Foster, stars Maureen Molyneux, Devon Cathers and Erik Tully, along with March. March plays the role of Hank, a lonely banker, who is one of two men vying for the affection of May. “He’s the guy who lives with his mother and he collects mugs,” March said. “You can understand why he has trouble in the romance department. As an actor I enjoy tackling something like that.” He added that playing Hank, who struggles in the dating world, has been an interesting role for him. “We were all at that stage at some point in our lives. You’re trying to figure out how do you woo a woman and how do you make a relationship work. So, for me it’s going back to those days and putting some of that into the character of the play,” March said. The Affections of May also explores themes of love, identity and self-worth. “I think people will certainly understand the relationship level. The relationships are strong in the play and people will be able to relate to that,” March said. “There is a lot of humour in the play as well. I think people will be enter-

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tained and at the same time they will be able to recall a point in their life where they were probably in the same boat as May.” Yellow Point Drama Group only puts on two productions annually. March, who co-produced the play, explained that one of the challenges that the group regularly faces is finding and attracting acting and production talent. “We just try to do as many different things as we can to try and reach people who may not be aware that we’re out here. I still encounter many people that are not aware that the YellowPoint Theatre Group is alive after 60 years.” The Affections of May runs on Friday and Saturday (March 21-22) at 8 p.m., and 2 p.m. on Saturday. Tickets are $17; $12/ youth and the matinee. Please call 250-245-7516.

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at the Port Theatre April 1. For tickets call 250-754-8550. MIKAILA TOMBE plays at the Dinghy Dock Pub on April 2. Tickets are $20. Includes return ferry ride. JOSHUA SMITH plays at Demeters Coffee Vault on April 10. LAZY MIKE AND THE ROCKIN’ RECLINERS CD Release Party” at the RCL Branch 10 on April 11. Tickets $12 for branch members. $15 for non-members. Call 250-797-2500. BOBBIE WALKER plays at Demeters Coffee on April 17. EMMA PLANT plays with

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MIchAel KIM is the guest of VI Symphony. By RosemaRy PhilliPs

When pianist Michael Kim steps onto centre stage with the Vancouver Island Symphony at the Port Theatre on Saturday (March 22), it will finally be spring in Nanaimo. Kim, an international performing and recording artist and Dean of Brandon University School of Music, has been hunkering down in his office in Manitoba where the temperature outside had dropped to a chilly – 40 C. One of the conditions for taking the job as dean was the support of the university to continue to perform. “I enjoy being an academic administrator and professor, but I don’t want to lose my abilities as a performing artist,” he said. Kim is guiding the upcoming generation of musicians. “I’m using both sides of my brain,” he said. “As the dean I am a psychologist, accountant, fundraiser, lobbyist, mediator, and so many other roles. There’s no real training to prepare for this; just life experiences and a positive and healthy mind.” For the symphony’s concert St. Petersburg-Courage, Kim will be joined by Stevan Paranosic, principal trumpet, to perform the Piano Concerto No. 1 for Piano, Trumpet and String Orchestra by Dmitri Shostakovich. “I always jump at

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the chance to perform this concerto because it has a really rare combination of instruments. The interplay between the trumpet and piano is extraordinary. The piece also combines the typical Shostakovich rhythmic and yet biting sarcastic

comment about life in Russia at the time. With the Russian folk and dance elements it’s also fun; there’s even some ragtime at the end. It has the clarity and transparency of a Mozart concerto, but also the deep Russian element.” That Russian ele-

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Nanaimo News Bulletin B9

Ford forges ahead on all fronts By Zack Spencer

Ford has been on a roll here in Canada; finishing out 2013 as the top selling brand for the fourth consecutive year. There are some very big products coming from Ford over the coming year that will make a big impact on its sales and image, and you will get a peek at some of them at the Vancouver International Auto Show. The first is the biggest introduction of any automaker this year, the all-new 2015 Ford F-150 full-size pickup truck. The F-150 isn’t just the best selling truck in Canada for almost 50 years; it is the overall sales champ, selling more than any other nameplate. Period. Ford isn’t merely introducing an updated model. No, they went to town, developing a entirely new manufacturing process that will revolutionize the full-size truck space. The body of the next F-150 is built of an aluminum alloy material that Ford claims is 318kg lighter but stronger than the outgoing model. In addition, the frame is made of thinner, lighter and stronger high-tensile steel that combined with the body, produces the weight savings. This is an industry first, and a revolutionary approach to building trucks. In addition to a lighter body, the engineers have developed two new engines to compliment the existing 3.5L EcoBoost turbocharged V6 model and 5.0L normally aspirated V8 engine. The first is a new 3.5L V6 engine, replacing the outgoing 3.7L model base engine. With a lighter truck, a smaller engine can do the work. A smaller 2.7L turbocharged EcoBoost V6 is also going to be introduced with an auto start-stop function that switches off the engine when the truck is sitting still. Official fuel economy ratings have not been released but Ford executives tell me they hope to have best in class gasoline fuel economy. Other enhancements to the F-150 include a new stepladder that integrates into the tailgate. Ford was the first to have this feature but it has been improved for 2015. The rear tailgate also has a soft-open feature that

prevents the tailgate from slamming down, plus a light switch near the back of the truck to eliminate the bed with new LED lights.

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Ford is doing well here in Canada and with all-new products; it will have a good chance of staying Number 1.

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The second vehicle that will have a big impact of Ford, but more of an image car, is the all-new 2015 Mustang. Interestingly, about 25 percent of all Mustangs are sold here in British Columbia, so this is a big deal for us. The 2015 Mustang is now going to be sold around the world and developed as part of the “One Ford”

approach to making cars they can share in every market. This means the Mustang will be sold, for the first time, with right hand drive for countries like the UK, Australia and Japan. The stance of the new Mustang is lower, wider and more muscular, with the wheels pushed out to provide better stability. The fastback has a steeper rake and a bigger trapezoidal grille has enhanced the shark nose design. Initially the Mustang will be sold as a coupe and convertible with the base and GT trim, the higher performance models will come later. Inside is another cleansheet design, featuring real aluminum switches and dials, with two large gauges behind the steering wheel. The interior looks more upscale than any Mustang before. Under the hood the GT trim continues with the 5.0L V8 with improved valves and cylinders helping to pump out over

420hp. The base 3.7L V6 is also carried over but now with 300hp. The big news is the introduction of a 2.3L turbocharged EcoBoost 4-cylinder with an estimated 300hp and 300 lb.-ft. of torque. For years, the criticism has been the lack of independent rear suspension in the Mustang but this is no longer the case. A fully independent rear suspension will help get all the power down to the ground from all three engines plus provide improved handling. Ford is hoping with this new platform and available engines, this new model will provide as many thrills as any German sports model and for less money. Pricing has not been finalized but expect it to be in line with existing 2014 Mustang pricing. Ford is doing well here in Canada and with all-new products; it will have a good chance of staying number one.

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Confessions of a Curber My next vehicle came from a used car wholesaler*. There was nothing wrong with it, but he couldn’t find a dealer who wanted it. I gladly took it off his hands. How hip was I? I had a new source of newer vehicles that would come right to me. “Two-year-old car for sale. No previous accident history reported, only 35,000km on it. Call with offer.” Shortly after, I got a call from a young man. His car had just broken down, and he needed a new one fast. He agreed to meet me at the local construction site where he worked. He was just finishing up his lunch when I arrived. He was wearing his construction uniform and I immediately noticed his tired eyes. I felt bad for the poor fellow, and I was glad that I was selling him a reliable vehicle. He didn’t need another headache on top of everything. I even knocked $500 off the price I wanted. It was a smooth transaction. The guyy looke looked edd hhappy and thanked me immensely ely forr all the help. I beamed back at him. Around 5:00 a.m. the next morning, I got a call. It was the construction ructioon worker, yelling so loudly that I could barely ely uunderstand him. “THEY TOOK IT AWAY,” ” he said over and over again. “REPOSSESSED!” !” I hung up on him and triedd to make sense of the situation. Why would the ld th he car be taken away in the middle of the he night? n Who’s “they”? Liens. Of course. The car ha had ad a lien on it. That’s why it wouldn’t sell ell on a lot. The bank must have seized it due to an unpaid balance. As before, I panicked. I didn’t idnn’t want to get involved in this right now. w. Sure, S I sold him the car, but how was I supposed seed to know it had

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Nanaimo News Bulletin B11

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Sponsorship sought for concert series The City of Nanaimo seeks sponsors to expand a popular summer concert series. Concerts in the Park take place Wednesday evenings in July and August at Bowen and Maffeo Sutton parks. Additional concerts would occur Tuesdays at Maffeo Sutton Park in the mid afternoon in July and August. These additional concerts could be in the form of music, comedy, dance or drama and would cost the sponsor $200-$500. “The City of Nanaimo’s Concerts in the Park are some of our most well attended, popular summer events,” said Deborah Beck, recreation coordinator. “We hope to expand on this success ... which will add a dynamic element of music, drama, comedy or dance to the already beautiful surrounds of Nanaimo’s premier destination park.” Seven concerts are available for sponsorship. Potential sponsors can contact Beck at deborah.beck@ nanaimo.ca or 250756-5203.

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