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The brothers c h a rg e d i n t h e 2006 death of Gabriola Island resident Michael Brophy are scheduled to be sentenced Friday (April 25) in Nanaimo. Timothy Maybin entered a guilty plea to manslaughter earlier in the month, while his brother, Matthew Maybin, entered a guilty plea to assault causing bodily harm, according to Crown counsel Carmen Rogers. Timothy Maybin and Matthew Maybin, who were 20 and 23 respectively at the time, were both charged with manslaughter following an October 2006 incident at the former Grizzly Bar at the Howard Johnson Hotel. The brothers were alleged to have fought with Brophy, who was 20 when

he died after being beaten unconscious. Buddha Gains, a bouncer at the bar and 39-years-old at the time, was charged with assault causing bodily harm, after he allegedly p u n c h e d B ro p h y while he was unconscious. Brophy died from internal bleeding in the brain. The three were acquitted in 2008 after a judge ruled that it could not be determined who struck the fatal blow or whether the three acted together. The Crown appealed the acquittals in 2010. The brothers appealed to the Supreme Court of Canada, but the judges upheld the provincial court decision and a re-trial was ordered in 2012, according to Rogers. The trial was scheduled to start in May. Rogers said Gains is expected to enter a guilty plea to assault causing bodily harm on the same day as the brothers’ sentencing. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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A 77-year-old woman died from injuries sustained in a two-vehicle crash on Applecross Road Monday evening. The crash happened at about 8:45 p.m. when the woman, who was driving north on the 6500 block of Applecross Road, and her car collided with another car that was merging into traffic. Police said they believe the collision caused the woman to lose control of her car, which spun across the road and came to a stop after hitting a tree. The victim was rushed to Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, but later died. Three occupants of the other vehicle were not injured and remained at the scene. Several pedestrians, who were in the area at the time, spoke with investigators. B.C. Coroners Service attended and is helping Nanaimo RCMP’s Municipal Traffic Unit with its investigation. The woman’s family has been notified of her death, but the victim’s name has not been released. The investigation into the crash is continuing and Nanaimo RCMP is asking for any other potential witnesses to the crash to contact the RCMP Municipal Traffic Unit at 250-754-2345.

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Sailing co-op opens hatch Van isle sailing Co-op will launch its sailing season with an open house sunday (April 27), 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at stones Marina The not-for-profit sailing co-op is inviting the public to experience what the club is all about by offering opportunities to speak to members and tour boats. The co-op has four 27-foot Catalina sailboats moored at the marina, including its newest addition the santa serena. The boat, recently donated by a Victoria widow, replaces an older model and is considered an upgrade to the fleet. For more, please call 250-585-3170.

Harbour gets cleaned up scuba divers and nondivers alike are invited to downtown Nanaimo for a harbour cleanup sunday (April 27) from 9 a.m. to noon. The Nanaimo underwater Clean-up 2014, a volunteer event, will see participants clear garbage and other sunken objects in and around the dive site area. Registration takes place 8-9 a.m. at 10 wharf st. For more information, please call 250-816-0351.

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Nanaimo-area residents are calling for better cancer services north of the Malahat, after the B.C. Cancer Agency scaled back access to the city’s only medical oncologist. The B.C Cancer Agency moved Dr. Carole Most, the only medical oncologist based north of Victoria, from Nanaimo to its Vancouver Island Centre in Victoria last October for four days a week. The cancer agency says the move was necessary for Most to collaborate with other oncologists and become a specialist, and that the shuffle has not affected cancer care for Nanaimo patients. The medical oncologist is still available by phone and video conference and is taking patients at the city’s community cancer clinic once a week. There are also two general practitioners of oncology still at the clinic. But residents say asking patients to discuss their battle with cancer via video conference, wait for an appointment or drive south to Victoria for inperson visits is an erosion of service. They question the rationale behind centralizing the Island’s cancer specialists in Victoria, which now has 15 full-time equivalent oncologists,

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pointing out that driving south can add stress and could be a problem if a disaster prevented people from crossing the Malahat. They are calling for the return of the oncologist five days a week and greater community cancer services for residents living between Duncan and Port Hardy. “We were totally shocked and all of us were in tears when [the oncologist] told us about this, having to go to Victoria,” said cancer patient Jocelyn Pedersen. “I mean, to ask for one doctor to be able to stay a

week instead of [going to] Victoria isn’t much when you have [15] in Victoria. We are not asking for the moon or anything.” The cancer clinic at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital saw a medical oncologist hired three years ago. Patient visits increased from almost 3,000 to 3,500 by 2012, prompting a $1.8 million clinic renovation. In the 2013-13 fiscal year, the clinic reports 7,034 patient visits, including 3,421 faceto-face visits with a physician. Now, in-person visits to

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the oncologist in Nanaimo have been scaled back and patients want to see that move reversed. Bette Ainsworth, a threetime cancer survivor and clinic volunteer, said the loss of in-person access is unfair to patients and she hears complaints in the chemotherapy room in which she volunteers. “We’d really like to have at least one,” Ainsworth said. “I think really [we] require two or three to handle the traffic that we get but even if we have one, we’d all feel better.” Reg Hawkes, a Nanoose Bay resident with colon cancer, said his oncologist is a champion for his care. He doesn’t want to communicate by video. “If you have cancer and you are losing the battle, do you really want to sit and talk to a microphone and look at a TV set to talk to your doctor? It’s not really warm,” he said. Hawkes wants more services for patients outside the province’s capital including a cancer centre for the central and North Island. “We are all paying taxes and they are all dumping it into the Victoria clinic. It’s a gorgeous place. It’s a palace. And up here we don’t even have one oncologist [full-time],” he said. In an e-mail, a spokesperson for the B.C. Cancer Agency acknowledged change can be upsetting for patients. There are no plans to build a second cancer centre on Vancouver Island.

Uplands Park Elementary School was once again the target of vandals over the long weekend. Several windows were smashed when vandals broke in through a door on the west side of the building at about 7:30 p.m. Monday. They also broke two classroom windows on the same side of the building. The culprits then went through a hallway, but were unable to get into classrooms, which are locked at night to prevent theft. Instead they knocked over chairs and a trolley cart in one of the building’s hallways before fleeing. “Security was on scene by 7:45 p.m., but there was nobody around,” said Const. Gary O’Brien, Nanaimo RCMP spokesman. Estimated cost to repair the windows is about $600. O’Brien said the school installed a Mosquito device to deter young people from loitering. In January of last year, vandals lit a fire in a patio area of the school and attempted to break in. In February 2012, vandals smashed the school’s windows and smeared dog feces on doors. Three teens were arrested for that incident, vandalism at Randerson Ridge Elementary School and for breaking into a nearby construction site.

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Health Canada issues first-ever marijuana recall A B.C. medical marijuana company has been temporarily removed from Health Canada’s list of licensed producers in the wake of its voluntary recall last week. Greenleaf Medicinals, a company with a Nanaimo postal box, issued a voluntar y recall for Purple Kush or batch PK-10-20-13, on April 18 after a Health Canada inspection found issues around “processes that affect quality control, good production practices and oversight” which includes potential residues from use of unregistered pesticides and unsanitary production conditions. Greenleaf informed Health Canada that it’s working with other licensed producers to find a different supply of marijuana for 63 clients affected by the recall. Clients are being told to either return the product to the company via a secure courier or destroy it at home.

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Remediation planning is underway after 20 trees were cut down without permit at the Songbird Place development near Rutherford Road. The trees were cut down due to a miscommunication, according to Windley Contracting Ltd. manager Jeff Windley. “There were some trees cut down but it wasn’t solely our fault and it’s all been resolved and fines have been laid,” said Windley. “It was a misunderstanding – everyone thought everything was in place and there was just a misunderstanding, miscommunication, that’s all.” Alan Kemp, a City of Nanaimo urban forestry coordinator, agreed with Windley’s assessment. “They thought they had permission to cut down trees that were within an aquatic setback and that was not the case,”

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The city could soon have a new interactive deep-sea museum attracting tourists. The idea was revealed at the Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation’s annual general meeting last week. Terry Knight, co-founder of Inuktun Services who now works with Seamor Marine, presented the idea he developed with his friend Phil Nuytten, owner of Nuytco Research out of North Vancouver, which develops and manufactures submersible craft. Knight, who calls the museum the Deep Discover Centre, said the discussions are in their preliminary stages, but he and Nuytten talked about the idea for several years – to create an interactive museum on Nanaimo’s waterfront showcasing B.C.’s contributions to submersible marine technology development. “Few people in British Columbia appreciate what sub-sea companies here have contributed to the industry,” Knight said. “It really is huge.” Nuytten, who invented a rotary joint that revolutionized diving systems through the Exosuit, often called the Newt Suit, an underwater hard-shell diving suit that allows divers to work for hours at

depths of more than 300 metres, would contribute artifacts from a number of B.C. companies. “Part of the process moving forward is looking at what sites are most appropriate,” said Sasha Angus, CEO of the economic development corporation. “These projects are large in nature so they can take upwards of a year or two, but as soon as we have some of the initial proposals in hand we want to reach out to all of our partners, all of the other organizations that we do business with, to help say how we’re going to move it down the field.” Upcoming and completed projects were also presented at the meeting, along with results of surveys conducted on the region’s various economic sectors. Through 2014, the corporation will continue working to help germinate startup businesses by creating coworking spaces, such as Square One, in partnership with Innovation Island. The space is slated to open in July. “Our return on investment sometimes is a little different from return on investment in the private sector,” Angus said. “Our interest is to grow more companies and have more employment in the region … We don’t take royalties on those sort of things traditionally, but it’s in our interest that we have that space and that companies continue to grow and provide employment in the community.” To see survey results presented at the meeting, please visit www. investnanaimo.com.

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The most likely place you’ll find a guide dog is where the signs say “No dogs allowed.” Barb Moody and Sky, a 21-month-old yellow Labrador, are getting to know one another, forming a bond Moody thought she might not find again after her previous guide dog Heidi died after they were together for about 10 years. “Ultimately I couldn’t get around, and I missed my friend,” said Moody. Moody has retinitus pigmentosa, which has left her with no peripheral vision. It’s like looking at the world through two straws, allowing a perfectly clear, but extremely narrow field of view. As she ages, that view is getting narrower – it’s currently about 1.5 per cent of a normally sighted person’s field of vision – and it’s Sky’s job to watch out for everything Moody can’t see, like cars, chairs and people that, if encountered unexpectedly, could result in serious harm. “I can seen an eagle in a tree at 300 yards if it’s in that little tiny bit of central

vision, but I can’t see the dog, I can’t see obstacles, I can’t see curbs,” Moody said. It takes about 20 weeks or 100 hours to train a guide dog and about another month for the recipient and dog to develop a functional working relationship. It’ll take about another six months before they get fully mentally synched, but there’s already a strong emotional bond. “Her birthday is in July,” Moody said. Sky and Heidi both came from B.C. and Alberta Guide Dog Services. Operating solely from fundraisers and private donations, the Lower Mainland-based charity is able to produce about 15 to 20 trained dogs per year. There are 111,000 visually impaired people in B.C. To counter the wait list, some people turn to U.S.-based guide dog training schools, but there are still very few guide dogs working on the Island. “The cost from the time the dog’s born to the end of its training is about $30,000 to train each dog,” said Nick Toni, guide dog mobility instructor.

The recipients feed and care for the dogs, which includes paying veterinary costs. “Most people who have a guide dog, they’re not bothered about buying food and paying for vet costs and what have you,” Toni said. Sky graduated earlier this month. When guide dogs graduate they shed their light blue training vests. Without the vest, Moody said, people often still recognize them because of their special harnesses, but when people haven’t recognized them as guide dogs Moody has been refused entrance to restaurants, buses and other areas regulations prohibit pets. “All service dog owners will have proper identification that they will present,” Moody said. People often want to approach and pet guide dogs in malls and other public areas. Moody said that distracts the dog from the task she set for it and can have serious consequences. For more information, please visit www.bcguide dog.com. photos@nanaimobulletin.com

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Put pupils first in school budget School district budgeting isn’t just about addition and subtraction – it takes some seriously advanced mathematics. The Nanaimo school district’s preliminary budget, tabled this month, calculated a nightmarish shortfall of $5.4 million. There won’t be any easy choices – trustees basically have to decide between doling out disappointment or dismay. Right away, the board served notice it will consider cutting not only teachers and support staff, but also administrators and trustees, a signal that the pain could be shared equitably. B.C. has 60 school districts dealing with similar issues and a lot of trustees brainstorming, but unfortunately it takes a lot of nickels and dimes to dent a multimilliondollar shortfall. Public education is underfunded, but at the same time, throwing money at the problem can only do so much. We need restraint, flexibility and creativity. We all have our fond or not-so-fond memories of how school used to be back in the old days. Times have changed. Cities have sprawled, families are smaller, students live farther apart, enrolment has declined and for all those reasons, education can’t be delivered with the same economies of scale. It’s frustrating, during budget time, to talk in terms of ‘delivery of education’ when schools do infinitely more. They’re about interactions and friendships, life lessons, achievement and growth. They’re places to pursue hobbies and interests, arts and culture, sports and recreation. They’re libraries, daycares, hangouts. They must continue to be all of these things. As the board balances its books, children must be the first consideration and we trust that they will be. And things will turn out OK. Pupils can handle dog-eared textbooks, outdated computers, long bus rides and occasional gaps in supervision. Kids are tough and they’ll accept school for what it is. We need to be tough, too – suffer these cuts, if we must, and no matter what, never stop teaching, challenging and engaging our kids. 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.

Inconvenient truths for Earth Day Earth Day 2014 will likely go u A recent National Geographic down in B.C. history as less report summarizes the main exciting than last year’s event. sources of oil in the oceans That was the day when, in the around North America. Media heat of the election campaign, coverage focuses on tanker and NDP leader Adrian Dix pipeline spills, but they only announced in Kamloops that he account for eight per cent of the doesn’t support the expansion total. Fully 60 per cent of the oil of the Trans Mountain oil load in North American waters pipeline to its Burnaby terminal, is from natural seeps, where oil because Vancouver leaks from seafloor shouldn’t become a rock. One of the B.C. “major oil port.” world’s largest is off VIEWS As of this Earth Day, Santa Barbara, Calif., Tom Fletcher it has been an oil port where 20-25 tons Black Press for exactly a century, flows out each day. since Imperial Oil It’s mostly consumed began work on B.C.’s by oil-eating bacteria first refinery in 1914, that have adapted in what is now Port and proliferated. The Moody. There were next biggest source is no pipelines then, so leakage from cars and crude was moved by trucks, which collects rail or tanker. on pavement and is For 60 years, Trans Mountain flushed to sea when it rains. has supplied the Chevron u Earth Day is now preceded refinery in Burnaby that is by Earth Hour, during which southern B.C.’s last source of we are encouraged to turn fuel. Some of the Alberta crude out our lights to join a worldis piped south to be refined into wide gesture of conservation. fuels and some of that product Many people use the occasion is barged back up to B.C. to keep for a candlelight dinner. Given our traffic moving. that B.C.’s power is nearly all Today the proposal to expand from renewable hydroelectric and upgrade that pipeline, and sources, and that the paraffin to build new oil and natural used to make candles is derived gas pipelines across the north, from petroleum or coal, this feeldominate B.C.’s political scene. good ritual produces an increase In keeping with the educational in emissions. David Suzuki is aspect of Earth Day, here are now promoting the idea of Earth some things you may not Month, an expansion of the know about energy and the symbolic effort designed to raise environment. awareness. This is a popular

notion in the climate change industry, which to date consists mostly of government officials and activists flying around the world to conferences in exotic locations to sign agreements that lead to, well, not much so far. u Unlike Earth Hour, B.C.’s carbon tax on fuels actually appears to be helping to reduce emissions. Updated data is due this year, but what we have shows a 5.7 per cent decrease in carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases between 2007 and 2011. Environment ministers have conceded that some of this is due to the recession that struck in 2008-09. But since the economy has recovered and begun to grow again, emissions have continued to decline. u There are simple things anyone can do, without gimmicks or government programs. One would be to stop protesting increased housing density in your community. By far the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in B.C., not to mention old-fashioned pollution, is transportation. By living closer to where we work, shop and play, we can exercise our legs instead of just our gas pedal foot to get around. u Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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To the Editor,

last month and the other 12 years ago, wanting to give me hope. Your earlier coverage about the Walk for ALS on the mid Island helped save this huge fundraising event and on that note, I have entered the walk in the hopes of raising $5,000. Thank you all for your support.

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Re: Incinerator project draws threat of lawsuit from city, April 17. Nanaimo city council made a strong and commendable decision regarding the issue of a Duke Point location for Metro Vancouver’s planned waste-toenergy incinerator. The unanimous message that Nanaimo will not be passively placed at risk, is a clear expression of our community’s democratic right to self-determination regarding our citizens’ health and economic well-being.

Carla Stein Nanaimo

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Re: Incinerator project draws threat of lawsuit from city, April 17. When you refer to the proposed incinerator for Nanaimo as WTE, I believe you are leaving out two letters. It should read WTEAP, which stands for waste-to-energy-and-pollution. Pollution on several accounts: the pollution created by loading and dragging the garbage across the Strait of Georgia and then unloading it, plus the pollution from the burning and the leftover ash. If it’s such a good idea why doesn’t Vancouver incinerate the garbage in its own city? Think of all the energy they’ll produce, and money they will save, by not transporting it to somebody else’s backyard..

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Re: Time to tear up incinerator plan, Editorial, April 17. Your editorial plays to a noisy placard-waving mob which flooded council with form letters and jammed council chambers, some not even knowing what WTE stands for, let alone having researched unbiased information on waste-to-energy. A minority throng of NIMBYs, including this paper, has not given a hoot that the Regional District of Nanaimo ships some of our trash and recyclables across the strait. Where are these same protesters and writers when it comes to screaming about this? Saying there was overwhelming public opinion against a plant at the Duke Point industrial site, set up in the 1970s for this type of industry, is dead wrong. It was a small and vocal minority spewing out poisonous and erroneous information. In this case, naysayers yelled before all information on the WTE could be legally released. If this same attitude was around 100 years ago most of us, maybe this city, would not be around today. There would have been protests over coal mining, logging, lumber mills, pulp mills and fishing. Nanaimo would just be a dimple on a map with high unemployment, a lot of welfare and a place for gang mentality.

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In Loving Memory of

Alan Whittaker

In Loving Memory Robert A. Shillington October 27, 1959 ~ April 24, 2010

April 6, 1942 ~ April 26,2013

My Dear Husband Many a lonely heartache, Often a silent tear, But always a beautiful memory Of the one I love so dear Dearly missed. Your wife, Marie DEATHS

Our loving son, brother, uncle and friend. Gone but never forgotten. You will forever be loved and in our hearts. Mom and all the Family

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PARKSVILLE QUALICUM (NORTH NANAIMO) CONSTITUENCY ASSOCIATION

DEATHS

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING SUNDAY, MAY 4, 2014 - 2:00 PM

NANOOSE PLACE, 2925 NORTHWEST BAY ROAD GUEST SPEAKERS: Dan Brooks, Leader Ian MacDonald, Regional Director

George Ernest McCabe August 7, 1920 - March 6, 2014

(Passed away in Nanaimo Regional Hospital) Resident of Nanaimo for 70 years. A well known Chef at both the former Malaspina Hotel and Grotto restaurant. Predeceased by his 1st wife of 25 years, Phyllis (neĂŠ Marshall) and his 10 siblings. Survived by his wife of 40 years Lynda (neĂŠ Wilkin); children Ann Blue, Geri (Brent) Longden, Russel (Patricia) McCabe; step daughters Debra (Stephen) May, Sherrie Oleynick; grandchildren, Douglas & David Blue, Michelle & Kelly Sterling, Christine & Timothy McCabe, Christopher Longden, Wesley May & Makayla Normand. Great grandchildren Jessica, Taylor and Tanner Blue & Samantha Sterling. Fondly remembered by nieces, nephews and many friends. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 3, 2014 at 1-3 pm, Harewood Activity Centre, 195 Fourth Street, Nanaimo, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kidney or Heart & Stroke Foundation.

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SPORT TOURNAMENT GRANTS The City of Nanaimo SPORT TOURNAMENT GRANT application submission deadline is May 2, 2014 for events from July 1 to December 31. Sport Tournament Grants assist local organizations with their tournaments that have a positive impact on sports tourism and economic growth in the area. Organizations that wish to apply can pick up an application form at Beban Park, Bowen Park, Nanaimo Aquatic Centre or online. Eligibility and evaluation guidelines are included on the application forms. www.nanaimo.ca 250.756.5200 askpre@nanaimo.ca

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INFORMATION HELEN MARGARET PARKER June 16, 1929 – April 18, 2014 Helen passed away peacefully in the company of her family on Friday, April 18. She had lived in Nanaimo since moving from Victoria in 1970, and was predeceased by her loving husband Ed (1993). Helen was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who always took a special joy in caring for others. Her gentle spirit touched all who knew her. Helen was an avid local volunteer in Nanaimo always helping those in need. She will be greatly missed by her children Charlie (Tara), Karen, and Rob (Hilary), and grandchildren Scott, Graeme (Karly), Elena, and Holly, and great grandchildren Kohen and Karis. Our family is extremely appreciative of the love and care provided to Mom by the dedicated staff at the Nanaimo Travellers’ Lodge. Friends and family are invited to attend a gathering on Saturday, May 10 at 2pm at 5743 Quarry Crescent, Nanaimo, BC.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES QUATSINO First Nation is seeking the services of a Band Administrator to oversee all band programs and band related business. PostSecondary education in Business Management, Human Resources or related fields is a preference. A minimum (3) years experience in administration, human resources or related field or setting is required. Please direct any questions and/or your cover letter, resume complete with 3 references, and a criminal record check to: Attn: Rob Cahill 305 Quattishe Rd. Coal Harbour, BC V0N 1K0 Tel: 250-949-6245 Fax: 250-949-6249 Email: kakotlatsi@rocketmail.com

HELP WANTED Burger King at 1150 Terminal Avenue, Nanaimo & 2751 Cliffe Ave Courtenay,BC, needs P/T & F/T cashiers & cooks. no exp. required. Apply in person between 11 am - 7 pm.


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HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Advertising Representative Nanaimo News Bulletin The Nanaimo News Bulletin has an opening for a Senior Sales Representative to serve the Nanaimo area. We are seeking a “team player” with organizational skills, sales experience, pleasant telephone skills and an ability and desire to work and learn in a fast paced, busy environment. If you are customer-driven and success-oriented, the right candidate can expect a rewarding compensation package including full company benefits. You will also appreciate a very enjoyable working environment with great staff members. The Nanaimo News Bulletin has a circulation of over 32,000 copies every Tuesday and Thursday. Forward resumé and cover letter by Friday, April 25, 2014 to: Mr. Sean McCue, Advertising Manager Nanaimo News Bulletin 777 Poplar Street, Nanaimo, B.C., V9S 2H7 fax: 250 753-0788 email: salesmgr@nanaimobulletin.com

Black Press C O M M U N I T Y

N E W S

HELP WANTED HAIRSTYLIST WANTED Full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Nanaimo location. Guaranteed $11/hour, 25% profit sharing, benefits, paid overtime, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. Call 1-866-472-4339 for an interview or send resume to careers@fchsk.ca.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

MEDICAL/DENTAL

CLEANING SERVICES

SEEKING Writer to write life story. Must speak and write German and English. Please respond in writing to Box 48, C/O PQB News, Box 1180, Parksville, BC, V9P 2H2

CLIENT Services Support Make a Difference! The Canadian Red Cross is seeking an on-call casual staff member to provide administrative support to the Health Equipment Loan Program. Duties include assisting the volunteer team in processing health equipment requests, directing phone calls and clients, and general administrative support. Qualifications include strong communication and customer service skills, secondary education, experience in office procedures, computer/database expertise, a valid BC drivers license, and ability to lift 50 lbs. Experience working with volunteers and knowledge of the not for profit sector an asset. A successful vulnerable sector check will be required. Weekdays availability. Apply with resume and references: D Marw i c k diane.marwick@redcross.ca or fax (250) 756-9362

EXCEPTIONAL DENTAL RECEPTIONIST OPPORTUNITY! Do you have great people and phone skills, stay calm when it’s busy, have front desk (plus possibly CDA) experience, and are a team player? F/T mat. leave position. Resumes to: 101-183 Fern Rd W., Qualicum Beach, BC, V9K 1S4. arbutusdental@shaw.ca

LEMON TREE Housekeeping. Home and office. Call Heidi (250)802-1984.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Just south of Campbell River has workkamper opportunities available for the 2014 season. Full hook-up RV site including Wi-Fi, cable TV and all park facilities exchanged for part-time hours worked. Opportunities available would be pool & hot-tub maintenance, customer service/park monitor and lock-up; housekeeping assistance & watering/yard maintenance. Please email resumes including experience, expectations, availability & references Attn: Monica sales@salmonpoint.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

HUMAN RESOURCE ASSISTANT

Cermaq Canada Ltd. is based in Campbell River, BC on Vancouver Island and one of the largest aquaculture companies in Canada. Cermaq Canada produces approximately 25,000 metric tonnes of fresh, farmed Atlantic salmon annually at 27 sea sites. The company operates four hatcheries and two processing plants (one under contract). As part of the five member HR team, you would report to the HR Manager in Campbell River with these position objectives: • Manage the recruitment process from advertising through to orientation for the west coast operations including saltwater and the processing plant • Be the point of contact for employees seeking human resource support and services • Provide guidance and coaching to management on employee relations issues performance management and disciplinary action • Coordinate training to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety and employee development opportunities • Prepare reports and recommendations that ensure monitoring and progress towards established goals whether on an individual or company wide workforce • Support the planning and implementation of the new human resource strategy Skills and requirements • A team player who understands that quality relationships and great service are the foundation of human resource solutions • Completed post-secondary education with a focus on human resources management and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in human resources • Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation considered an asset. If you have the skills we are looking for and you would like to become part of our team, please forward a resume to careers.canada@cermaq.com before April 25, 2014 with Human Resource Assistant in the subject line.

Regional Recycling Nanaimo

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.

FIELD FORESTER Port McNeill

AREA FORESTER Gold River

AREA ENGINEER Campbell River

Detailed job postings can be viewed at

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

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive beneðts package. 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

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

2 F/T Customer Service Positions 35-40 HOURS Energetic, reliable and hard working individuals to join our team. Be part of our team and join the recycling industry. Position entails weekend shifts and individuals must enjoy dealing with the public, work in a fast paced environment and be able to motivate and communicate with all employees. Cash handling duties an asset. Starting @ $11.50/hr for F/T employees. WE OFFER: -Benefit Package -Permanent part time or full time employment -Monetary Referral Program -Yearly Bonus Plan -Excellent opportunities for advancement Interested candidates please apply in person between 8:30 am-12 pm Monday - Friday Regional Recycling 2375 Hayes Road. Nanaimo, B.C.

UP TO

$1000* OFF TUITION IF YOU START YOUR PROGRAM BEFORE JUNE 30, 2014

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT

CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS

Career Opportunities: Community Health Worker O Care Aide Home Support O Acute & Complex Care

www.localwork.ca

CALL NANAIMO: 250.754.9600 OR VISIT SPROTTSHAW.COM

*conditions apply

CLOCK/WATCH/JEWELLERY REPAIRS

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 BRAD’S HOME DETAILING Gutter cleaning/Washing vinyl siding (by brush)/ De-mossing roofs/ Pressure washing/Windows. Brad 250-619-0999 bradshomedetailing@shaw.ca

ESTHETIC SERVICES HEY my fantastic clients! Waxing specialist Ashley Starr has moved to a new location at 1565 Waddington Rd. Can’t wait to show you my lovely new spa room! Facebook Ashley Starr Arbonne Esthetician. Call 250-591-7461.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

GARDENING LOCAL LANDSCAPES. Residential & Strata Landscape Maintenance. (250)616-2410. THATCHING, AERATING, lime/fertilizing, overseeding and pruning, lawn maintenance. Tony, 250-756-0050.

TREE PRUNING CHIPPING HEDGE/SHRUB MAINTENANCE Call the qualified specialist... certified Garden Designer/Arborist Ivan 250-758-0371

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPENTRY CARPENTRY: Plus Renovations. All aspects; 30 + years exp. Reasonable rates. All work guaranteed. Free estimates.1-778-269-2123

www.bcclassified.com EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

www.mrsparkle.net 250-714-6739

Call Jonathan

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

IS GROWING

www.blackpress.ca

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and hardworking person to join our team as an HR Assistant in our Tofino office. This is a full-time permanent position.

DRIVING SCHOOLS ....

Oceanfront RV Resort & Marina

M E D I A

TOFINO, BC

PERSONAL SERVICES

MR. SPARKLE CLEANING SERVICES “Since 1992” Roof Demossing, Vinyl Siding Window & Gutter Cleaning

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

HANDYPERSONS HAPPY HANDYMAN Services - No Job too Small! Junk removal, carpentry, gardening, landscaping and more. Small moves. Also, I pickup & deliver miscellaneous items. Call (250)667-1382. RELIABLE HANDYMAN Services. Seniors rates avail. Call (250)390-9885.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS


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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

HANDYPERSONS

UNDER $499

GARAGE SALES

FOR SALE BY OWNER

FOR SALE BY OWNER

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOME MAINTENANCE. Interior & Exterior. Paint, tile, window, gutters, garden, fence & yard. No job too small. Reasonable rates. (250)616-1450.

COMPLETE BRASS bed, $150. Dining rm suite, 6 chairs w/leaf+ china. $450. Call (250)758-4073.

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

FRIENDLY FRANK

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS 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

RENOVATE NOW!

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

CUISINART GRIDDLER $50. Call (250)756-2937 NEW FLEECE lilac, sz sm/med robe with pockets, $6. Call (250)753-0744. PAIR OF metal car or truck stands, good condition, $50. Call (250)729-7146. SEARS KENMORE stainless steel dishwasher, runs great, $95. Call (250)756-0800. TWO 6-VOLT Heavy duty golf cart batteries. $40. pair, obo. (250)390-2786.

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

FURNITURE QUEEN MATTRESS SET: Brand new. Sealed in original plastic. $200. 250-713-9680

GARAGE SALES

MOVING & STORAGE

CENTRALMULTI-FAMILY Fundraiser, 1465 Waddington Rd, Sat & Sun, Apr 26 & 27, 9-3pm. DIVER LAKE Sat & Sun April 26 & 27, 9am-2pm. Tools, fishing, pellet stove, Christmas, household, books & novels. 2134 Sun Valley Drive. DIVERS LAKE area: Sat., Apr. 26, 8am-2pm. 2225 Sun Valley Dr. Moving sale, downsizing; kid’s stuff, camping, household etc. Its all gotta go, rain or shine! GARAGE Sale Sat Apr 26, 9:00 - 3:00 Sun. Apr 27, 11:00 - 3:00 NO early birds please! 2122 Wren Place, Nanaimo HAREWOOD- Moving Sale, Everything Must Go! 629 Stirling Ave, Saturday, April 26, 9am-12pm.

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

LIQUIDATION SALE

Richard 250-729-7809

MASONRY & BRICKWORK EXTENSION MASONRY. Small jobs & repairs. Brick, block or stone. (250)755-6931. ROMAX MASONRY. Exp’d & Professional. Chimneys, Brick Veneer, Retaining Rock Walls, Cultured Stone, Interlocking Paving. Excavating. Fully insured. Estimates. 250-588-9471

645 Wildgreen Way, Parksville Top of Corfield St., left on Butler, over tracks 1st right.

April 26th 7am - 4pm

Huge house construction supply sale & moving sale! Over 10,000 new & used items! Over 50% brand NEW

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

Small Island Painting

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

PLUMBING RETIRED Plumber Journeyman. Repairs, fixture replace, H/W tanks. (250)390-1982.

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

GARAGE SALES

items, 300+ nailers, saws, compressors, tile saws, concrete vibrators, rebar benders, lasers, 300+ small power tools of all kinds, over 10 pallets of new floor, wall, backsplash tiles, hardwood flooring, 300+ new interior lights, 50+ boxes of coil, hand, galvanized, roofing nails, construction supplies poly, roof felt, foundation form clips, ties, air hoses, power cords, electrical breakers & supplies, new vinyl windows, bobcat forks and grapple, paint/drywall mud, tile adhesives, tile grouts, utility trailers. Combined moving sale with top quality household items of all sorts, lots of high quality kids toys, games, clothes, & furniture.

NANAIMO- 2494 Nadely Cres (Bowen Rd to Ross Town to Mt Vista to Nadely, on corner), Sat, Apr. 26, 8am-12:30pm. NEIGHBOURHOOD MULTIGARAGE sale. Sat. April 26 & Sun April 27, 8:30am-1pm. Boundary Ave AND Cardinal Way across from Woodlands School. Please no early birds.

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GARAGE SALES

ANNUAL GARAGE SALE

Saturday, April 26th - Sunday, April 27th 1694 Cedar Rd., Friesen Rentals

BOOK YOUR TABLE NOW! $15.00

250-722-2737

NANAIMO GARAGE SALE 5431 Alta Vista Dr- (off Lost Lake Rd). Fri, Apr 25th, 12pm-3pm, Sat, 26th, 9am-1pm. Dutch antique wall clock, puzzles, nails, new table saw, QUALITY CEDAR PATIO PLANTERS, PRIVACY SCREENS, wishing wells, nesting boxes.

1392 sq. FT HOME: in 55 + park. Newly renovated inside & out! 2 B/R + family room, 2 baths, 5 appl. Workshop & fruit trees. Close to Nanaimo Regional Hospital. 2501 Labieux Road Unit 40.

QUALICUM ESTATE SALE

504 Maquinna Place Friday April 25 (9-6) Saturday April 26 (9-6) House full of Gibbard furniture, moorcroft pottery, jewellery (costume & gold), 2 Larry Aguilar lamps, oils by local artists, kitchenware, linens and more. Pictures are posted at:

www.estateliquidators.ca

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.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? MOVING MUST SELL: entrance table & mirror, roof carrier, sewing machine, storage cabinet, chess set, room divider/screen & 2 tables. Cerosun heater, collector plates and Phantom print. See website: www.greatstuffandmore.com (250)248-4393.

5654 OCEAN View Terrace $600,000. Breathtaking ocean views in North Nanaimo with executive custom built 2 year old home, 3200sqft. 5 bdrms, 4 bath including 2 bdrm authorized suite. Large open area concept, 3 skylights, living rm, dining rm kitchen, vaulted ceilings. Extraordinary pantry and kitchen set up. All granite countertops with eating bar, Bamboo hard wood and warm cork floors, Ng stove F/P and BBQ. Heat pump for affordable hydro bills. Built in Vacuum system. Large double garage. Convenient main floor laundry, walk in closets in mstrbdrm. Lower level also includes family area lots of storage and wine room. Smaller lot and house are almost mtce. free. providing time for those extra fun activities. Call 250585-7769.

Power Chair, new batteries, asking $1200. (250)746-8428

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

HOSPITAL AREA- 1 and 2 bedroom suites starting at $700. Offering Seniors Discount! Heat, hot water included, laundry onsite, wheelchair friendly. NS/NP. Large clean suites, long term onsite management. Call 250-716-3305.

OPEN HOUSE every Sunday 1pm-5pm Courtenay-#26-20 Anderton Ave. Patio Home, Adult Complex, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1274 sq ft - $249,900. FMI & Pics see KIJIJI or call 250-703-0097

PACIFIC OCEAN View Cabin for Sale. Overlooking the Broken Island Group BC. 2 bdrm, 1 bath, kitchen, living room, deck. 8 by 12 shed. Vinyl siding. finished inside. $170,000. obo. Call 250-585-7769. Motor home and boat trades considered.

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.

OPEN HOUSE- Sat & Sun, every weekend, 1-4pm. 5887 Stonehaven Dr, 2050 sq ft, 2 bdrm + den + rec room heat pump, 5 appls, central vac, $364,500. near hospital. Quality home at an affordable price. Call Gord (250)7101947.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

RECREATIONAL PROPERTY

PARKSVILLE: Surfside RV Resort (Oceanfront)! This 1 bdrm, 400 sqft 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. 352 sqft sunroom. 4x6 shed, ocean glimpses, ZERO Maintenance! Membership paid to 2030. $59,900. 250-240-3574

RENTALS

1681 BOUNDARY AVE

FOR SALE BY ORIGINAL OWNER A rare find in North Nanaimo V. I. this 2003 home has 2 B/R & 2 baths 1300 sq ft w/dble garage. Quality built patio retirement home with strata park, lge B/Rs, ensuite in the master B/R. Sm pet ok, low strata fees. This non-smokers & pet free affordable home priced at $319,900. For more info. phone or fax 1-250-758-2078. Ladysmith: Ocean view 3,000 sq. ft house, 3 B/R, 3 baths. Open concept,wrap around deck, Dble carport + 1,000 sq ft storage & shop. Also 1 B/R suite. $355,000; with reasonable down payment owner will carry mortgage. 250-753-0160. 126 Arbutus Crescent.

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.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES HAMMOND BAY area. 2bdrm in triplex. F/S, W/D, D/W, F/P. Light & heat incld. May 1. N/P. $800./mo.(250)758-4388. QUARTERWAY AREA- clean SxS - 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 4 appls, hardwood flrs, near golf course & schools. sundeck, fenced yard, storage. NS/NP. Refs req’d. $1100./mo. Avail now or May 1. 250-758-9548.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT

HOUSES FOR SALE

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT $600 & UP Large 2 BR. Suites Close to Hospital and bus, elevator, wheelchair accessible. Special incentives for seniors. Free Storage (depends on availability) CALL TODAY AND START PACKING! Brown Bros Agencies Ltd.

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

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

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

COOMBS 3 BDRM updated clean 14 wide mobile in pet friendly family park. Must sell !! $39,900. Call 250-937-1760. NANAIMO: 1450SQ.FT, Open concept, 2bdrm, 2bath Rancher on 1/2 acre. Dbl garage, mature trees, greenhouse, RV prkg. $359,000. (250)7535826 for more info google search 360264. SPROAT LAKE; Newly reno’d 3 bdrm+den mobile home, private beach & boat slip. Lrg deck & fenced yard. Must Sell! $89,900, 1st reasonable offer. Call 1-250-735-0649 .

Rental Properties Available All sizes. All prices Visit our website

www.islandrent.com

or call 753-8200 #100-319 Selby Street

â?ƒNEW UPSCALEâ?ƒ BUILDING • 1 bdrm

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

Call (250)618-5188. â?ƒNEW UPSCALEâ?ƒ BUILDING

INVESTMENT Opportunity in Lantzville. Minutes from Woodgrove. 1/2 acre property with rented mobile. with 648 sq.ft 220 wired shop. $310,000. Phone (250)6683733 or (250)619-5803.

UPPER LANTZVILLE- Very clean newly reno’d 1 bdrm detached apartment. F/S, W/D, NS/NP, $650. Available now. Call 250-716-6797.

Manager 250-618-4510

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

108 Timber View Dr$495,000. Georgia Straight ocean view 10 year old, custom built 4200 sqft home on large lot (.46 acres) completely finished with 5 bdrms and den, 4 bathrooms including 2 bdrm suite. Open area vaulted ceilings, 5 skylights, very large family kitchen, main floor laundry, tile and hardwood floors, NG fire place, BBQ, heat pump, NG ht water tank. Master bdrm (18x14) Oak cabinets throughout. Large rear deck (26 x 26) garage, RV storage with room for possible workshop or carriage house. Quiet keyhole location near Westwood lake. Call 250-585-7769.

NANAIMO: CLEAN comfortable recently renovated 2 bdrm Apt. Quiet building. Central location, intercom, elevator. Free hot water. NS/NP. Refs. $750/mo. Call Mark/Don 250-753-8633. UNDER NEW MGMT. 1275 Dufferin Cres 2 Bdrm from $750/mth Call 250-740-1002

APARTMENT/CONDO

APARTMENT/CONDOS

DUPLEX/4-PLEX

Meicor Properties Ladysmith: 1 bdrm $700/mo. Avail April 15th. Incl. heat & hot water, small pets OK. 250-924-6966. www.meicorproperties.com 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

REAL ESTATE

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

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

N.NANAIMO: (Hammond Bay) Sunny South exposure, extended deck & gardens to green belt of Walley Creek. $479,000. Exceptional custom Level entry with walk out, finished basement, 2493 sq.ft. 4 + bdrms, 3 baths. Open House every Sunday from 1 4 pm. 1-250-752-2104. caroldowe@gmail.com

- BUYING - RENTING - SELLING -

www. bcclassiďŹ ed.com

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

Call (250)618-5188.

DOWNTOWN: Large 1bdrm. Available Immed. N/P Ref’s. Also avail. Bachelor apt. Call (250)729-1997. EXCLUSIVE CAMERON Island (Nan.), 1 bdrm + den, 1100 sq ft, waterfront, sunny exposure, 1.5 baths, 5 appls, fireplace, $1250/mo, incls some utils, N/S, N/P, avail June 1, 250-720-6964. HOLLY AVE: 2bdrms. Hot water included. Avail. May 1. $650. Call (250)754-5397

HOMES FOR RENT JINGLEPOT AREA: 2bdrm cottage on own property. Bright, clean, close to bus. Pet okay. N/S. 4 appls. May 1. $900. Call (250)729-5200. SMALL 2 bedroom, 1 bath , clean house for rent. 213 Finlayson. Very cute. Just repainted. Water views. No laundry. $750 per month. Utilities Extra. Available for June 1st.. Call Kirk at 403-585-9398. Email. kbeggs62@telus.net

RECREATION

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

Sites available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly, monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking, fishing, Pickle Ball Court. Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area. www.resortonthelake.com 250-754-1975 or admin@resortonthelake.com

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


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RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

SUITES, LOWER

CARS

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

TRUCKS & VANS

HAMMOND BAY area: Brand new 2 bdrm suite, laundry, hydro incl’d. $850. NS/NP, ref’s. Close to Rutherford school, & bus route. 250-729-0313. UNIVERSITY AREA: large 1bdrm, newly reno’d. Near bus, shopping, schools, sep entry. $800 hydro incl. N/P, N/S.(250)753-6273 / 797-2671

WANTED TO RENT INVITATION TO OFFER Lease of a Residential House Pender Island The RCMP is inviting offers to lease a detached house in the area of North Pender Island. The house must have a minimum of 3 bedrooms, 2 bath with covered parking; must meet BC building code (1998). Pets allowed. Lease term of 3 years with 1 x 3-year renewal option. Required for July 1, 2014. Interested parties, please contact RCMP Leasing - E & M Division; and Quote Lease Project # M2989-14-L002 for an Offer package. Tel: (778) 290-2782 E m a i l : ediv_leasing.po1.ediv1@ rcmp-grc.gc.ca All Offers must be received by May 8, 2014 at 1400h. Agents submitting an Offer must provide RCMP with a letter from the owner authorizing them to do so. The RCMP may accept any Offer whether it is the lowest or not, or may reject and or all Offers.

TRANSPORTATION AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

1999 CHRYSLER INTREPID Well maintained vehicle. Has had regular oil changes & maint. Good tires & new brakes. 166,000 highway km. V6, automatic, power locks & windows. Stereo can play iPod. $2800 obo. 250-927-3596 email cloudkaido@yahoo.com

AUTO FINANCING

MARINE

drive sales

1-855-310-3535

BOATS

E C I T O N ER

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

1993 CLASS A WINNEBAGO 23’ Excellent condition. Must be sold. Call 250-752-6484.

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The Nanaimo Timbermen juniors will take their first whack at the regular season. The city’s B.C. Junior A Lacrosse League club starts the regular season this Saturday (April 26) with a road game against the Delta Islanders. The schedule is challenging, said Ken Morrison, the team’s new head coach. With Delta this week and the New Westminster Salmonbellies and the Coquitlam Adanacs next weekend, Nanaimo is facing three of the league’s favoured teams. Any success against that sort of opposition would not only help in the standings, but would also help a T-men team that doesn’t really know how to win. “I don’t think they do yet, that’s the biggest thing,” Morrison said. “For the last two years it’s been tough on them. What I was able to tell these kids is, we’re going to get better.” Something that Nanaimo’s junior team has learned over the years is that the season is too short to have a slow start. The T-men think they have a good team this year; not only do they plan to win games, they want to win right away. “It’s so important. We need to get rolling,” said Brett Fleming, T-men veteran. “We’ve started 0-5 or whatever both years I’ve played. It would be huge if we could start the year out with a couple wins. I think you’d get the fans on board a lot more and it would help everybody.”

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One thing about the senior B Timbermen is they always seem to be ready to go at the start of the season. The team has made something of a tradition of starting the West Coast Senior Lacrosse Association season with winning results, and there are a few reasons why, said coach Mike Maughan. First of all, they usually have enough roster numbers so that guys are trying hard to make the team. Another factor is that over the years, they’ve established their home floor as a tough place for opponents to come play. “Anytime we start with home games, we’re usually tough to beat no matter what stage of the year,” said Maughan. “It also speaks, maybe, to the pride of playing for the Timbermen. You know you’re going to have to come out and play hard.” That will be the goal this Saturday (April 26), as the Acme Painting Timbermen host the Royal City Capitals. “It’ll be good senior B lacrosse,” said Shawn Swanson, the team’s general manager. “We’ll have some kinks to work out with some new guys, and being our first game. [It’s] a pretty big one

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The Nanaimo Acme Painting Timbermen, including Graeme Ross, left, and Ryan Dietterle, start the West Coast Senior Lacrosse Association season this Saturday (April 26) with a home game against the Royal City Capitals.

because it’s a game we should win.” Just because it’s a new season doesn’t mean the T-men are starting over. They will return most of the guys who competed at the Presidents Cup national championships in 2013. Jon Diplock is back to lead the offence, complemented by fellow right-handers Ryan Clark and Rick Fields and lefties Blair Pinnock, Ryan Forslund and Steve Higgs. Aaron Vanderhorst and Ryan Dietterle are transition threats, and more

defensive toughness comes from Graeme Ross and additions Brad Dougan and Kyle McInnis. Kyle Couling is also in the mix on D, though he’s sidelined to start the year. A l l t h re e g o a l i e s return; Nick Patterson, Danny Walters and Pat Mallough should all have opportunities to contribute. “It’s looking pretty good so far,” said Maughan. “It’s still early and it feels like the season’s creeping up on us pretty fast. Not a lot of time to evaluate some

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of the new players, but we’re definitely feeling good about the core group of veterans that we’re bringing back.” It helps, he said, for a coach to know what to expect: a team that can play a high-octane, freewheeling game and still be tough and physical. Swanson hopes for a big crowd for the home opener, set for 6 p.m. at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. “There’s no other games on that night,” he said. “Hopefully Nanaimo comes out and supports us.”

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BMXers host Island race The Nanaimo BMX club hosts the first stop on the Vancouver Island championship series this Sunday (April 27) at the Marie Davidson BMX Park. Registration is 10-11 a.m. with racing to follow. On Saturday, the club hosts a free event for new riders. Members are encouraged to bring a friend for exhibition racing from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. For more info, visit www.nanaimobmx.com.

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Pirates please crowd The Nanaimo Pirates played some fanfriendly baseball in their home opener, and there’s more home games to look forward to right away. The Hub City Paving Pirates host doubleheaders against the Coquitlam Reds on Saturday (April 26) and the North Shore Twins on Sunday at Serauxmen Stadium. Last Saturday the Pirates played the Victoria Eagles, losing 1-0 and then winning 8-7 with a walk-off grand slam. “To watch a 1-0 ball game, that’s a good game, and then to come back and get that [walk-off win], you don’t see that very often,” said Keith Radix, assistant coach. “We definitely followed through with providing some entertainment.” This Saturday’s B.C. Premier Baseball League games are scheduled for noon and 2:30 p.m. and Sunday’s action goes at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Admission to the ballpark is $3 for a single game or $5 for a doubleheader.

Summer fun like it is supposed to be. That’s the unofficial slogan for the Nanaimo White Rapids, our city’s summer swim club which is ready to hit the pool for another season of recreational and competitive swimming. The club was formed back in 1966 and has since established a reputation for providing top-notch swimming instruction in an enjoyable atmosphere of camaraderie. Each year, the White Rapids operates from the beginning of May until near the end of August. Headquarters for the club is the heated outdoor Kin Pool in Bowen Park, which the club operates in a co-management arrangement with the City of Nanaimo. As a member of the B.C. Summer Swim Association, the White Rapids offers training and a series of meets for competitive young swimmers. The coaching staff is impressive. Head coaches for the club this year are Byron

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Alternative rock band releases new album prior to Nanaimo show Andrew Penner and Michael (Rosie) Rosenthal have plenty of reasons to feel good about themselves these days.

VAncouVeR ISlAnd Symphony performs with Jeans’N Classics for pop music show.

Earlier this month their band, Sunparlour Players, released its newest album, The Living Proof, to the label Outside Music.

The alternative rock band performs at the Globe Hotel on Front Street Monday (April 28) at 8 p.m.

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What is your memory of the Beatles? I was just 13 when they arrived in North America. As a recent immigrant I was instantly popular, not for who I was but because I was English and had an accent. “Have you seen The Beatles?” I was often asked. In North America it was the British Invasion. Lennon and McCartney were writing pop songs with almost irrelevant words, but as their songwriting grew in sophistication, John, Paul, George and Ringo created a musical legacy that has transcended the world, and received countless honours and awards, including Grammy and Oscar. Fifty years later their songs are still enjoyed by all ages in just about every culture. “It’s music that will last forever, like classical music,” says Jean Meilleur, lead singer with the Jeans’N Classics Band. “You can’t say that about most popular music. In our history books the Beatles will be a massive root in the tree of popular music. I’ve always loved it, and it’s quite a moving experience to sing it.” Meilleur is a prolific singer-songwriter who has been performing professionally for more than 25 years, 16 of those as a Jeans’N Classics headliner singing with scores of major North American orchestras. “I sing songs by all four of the Beatles. This in itself is quite an experience because each of them had different musical inflections and tonal qualities. Their voices have become so ingrained in us over the years, and without conscious effort we pronounce certain words the same way

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they did. This is proof positive as to how deeply the Beatles are ingrained in our musical minds.” On Saturday (April 26), Meilleur joins the Vancouver Island Symphony and the Jeans’N Classics Band for two shows at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Port Theatre for The Best of the Beatles. “We don’t imitate or dress up like the Beatles. What we present is more of a celebration of the Beatles’ music. And singing with an orchestra is such a rush. I literally get goose-bumps from just the beauty and the power behind the orchestral sound. It’s so intense, it’s awesome, and Pierre Simard is so good as conductor. He’s so emotional on stage.” Myself, I’ll always be a fan. It’s not just the music – it’s the memories and feelings that come flooding in. Tickets $42-$84; $20/students. Please call 250-754-8550 or visit www.portheatre. com.

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The situation on Village Island was, in many ways, similar to the concepts explored in the William Golding novel, Lord of the Flies. “In the very, very beginning we ran through all those problems that come up with people trying to live in really stressful situations,” she said. “At first we were like, ‘Oh my gosh I am doing more work than you’ or ‘I got the water two days in a row’. All these really petty little

things came up and immediately we said we can’t continue like this or we will end up dead. We really saw how you could progress to be someone like Piggy. We really saw that progression.” The experience became much more than just learning to survive. “It really became about learning about yourself,” van Schyndel said. “The concept that continued over and over for us was this idea of not what you know, but it’s the strength of your mind and your ability

to control your emotions. It is really what is in your heart. That’s the only way that for long-term living in survival situations is going to make you live. It’s not man versus wild. It’s man living with nature because otherwise it will get you.” After 19 months of living on Village Island, van Schyndel and Fay decided to return to civilization. Van Schyndel cited her family as the major reason for wanting to come home. “There was this idea that you

had no idea what your friends and family were doing and that they thought you could be dead,” she said. “I had no idea that would be what made me come sooner, was my family. I love my family.” Adjusting to life in a modernized society was no easy task. Van Schyndel had difficulties functioning in environments with unnatural light. “My eyes would be streaming with water from all the smells. I had a headache constantly. I

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By all accounts parents Michael and Veronica Novak and Allan and Annette Raleigh are civilized adults. So when their children are involved in a dustup at a local park that leaves the Novaks’ son without some teeth, the Novaks decide to invite the Raleighs over to discuss the situation in a civilized manner. Unfortunately the discussion quickly turns from a civilized chat into a childish screaming match that would make John

McEnroe proud. That’s the premise behind the Nanaimo Theatre Group’s latest production, God of Carnage, which runs until May 3 at Bailey Studio. “It’s a comedy with real elements of truth in it,” director Peggy Harris explained. “We always do something a bit more edgy or off guard than the typical murder mystery.” To understand how edgy God of Carnage can get, the arguing between the Novaks and Raleighs becomes so intense that one of the adults refers to one of the children as a “snivelling little faggot.” “It’s very much the hockey parent mentality,” Harris said, laughing. God of Carnage, a Tony and Olivier

award-winning play, was written by French playwright Yasmin Reza and premiered in Switzerland in 2006. The Nanaimo Theatre Group’s cast includes Dave Bigelow (Allan Raleigh), Robb Mowbray (Michael Novak), Sherri McLean (Annette Raleigh) and Krista Endrizzi (Veronica Novak). “It’s a superb cast that I’ve been working with,” Harris said. “It’s really been fun putting it together.” T h e p ro d u c t i o n touches on a hand-

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It was more than a decade ago when Victoria native and singer/songwriter Oliver Swain fell in love with the cultural orgy that can be found in Southeastern United States. “As a young artist from Canada I found myself becoming completely enthralled and fascinated with the rich musical traditions of the American South,” he said. Eventually, Swain, who had been a member in a handful of bands, got to the point where he had to travel to the Southeastern United States. “I went down there on a typical sixmonth sojourn into the mountains and I travelled all down the Appalachian Mountains and into the Delta playing music.” The next thing Swain knew he was

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a member of a Cajun band and a resident of Breaux Bridge, La., which is known as the Crawfish Capital of the World. “When I was down there I got inducted into the Redstick Ramblers,” Swain said. “So all of the sudden I went from a Northerner with a banjo and a dream to being bass player in one of the top Cajun and swing bands out of Baton Rouge. It was really exciting.” Although Breaux Bridge is located about two hours west of New Orleans, the community is the

birthplace of a wide range of talented individuals including musicians Branford Marsalis and Hunter Hayes. “The thing that was so lovely about it was it is such a very diverse, liberal mindset,” Swain said. “This is the cultural centre of the South.” Swain remained in The Pelican State for a year before deciding to return home to Victoria. Upon returning to B.C., Swain embarked on various musical adventures as a solo artist and as a member of artistic collaborations.

Recently, Swain paired up with fellow singer/songwriter Glenna Garramone to form folk-roots band Tower in a Song. “She’s one of my favourite vocalists and we both had worked with each other before … we just have always loved singing together and through our love of singing harmonies and playing music together,” Swain said. The duo recently released its first album, City in a Forrest. The album covers a wide range of Leonard Cohen songs. “There is a lot of sensual and romantic content and there is an incredible amount of spiritual content,” Swain said. On May 4, at 8 p.m., Tower in a Song performs at The Haven on Gabriola Island as part of the Big Fish Music Festival. Tickets are $20. For more information, please visit www.oliverswain music.com/shows/.

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Thursday, April 24, 2014

Nanaimo News Bulletin B11

Imports really sizzle at New York auto show ‘‘

It makes an impression on the observer, coming and going.

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by Keith Morgan

There was more sizzle in my New York steak dinner than on the show floor at the Big Apple’s international auto show. It seems the Big Four shot their lightning bolts at the preceding Detroit and Los Angeles auto extravaganzas and left it to the import manufacturers to dazzle here. Nissan did not disappoint with the unveiling of a classy looking crossover in the shape of the all-wheel drive 2015 Nissan Murano. The mid-size model first showed up in 2002 and this

new model marks the birth of the third-generation. The Nissan-named V-Motion nose and boomerangshaped taillights ensure it makes an impression on the observer, coming and going, and distinguishes itself from its rivals. Inside, up to five passengers can expect more of a luxury ride than they might have enjoyed in the outgoing version – heated and cooled front seats will impress those upfront. The trend in this segment to include huge sunroofs continues here. Under the hood, Nissan stays with the trusty 3.5-litre six-cylinder powerplant matched to a continuously variable transmission. Expect to see the Murano in the showrooms at the tail end of the year. Before moving on, the Nissan Sport Sedan Concept should be mentioned as it offers a clue to what the new Maxima might resemble. And boy, is it a looker despite the horrible orange colour of the

show car! It too features a panoramic roof stretching almost from the windshield to the rear window. A production model version is expected later in the year, which suggests the L.A. show might benefit from that timetable. Any new Toyota Camry is an instant hit, especially in North America where it’s been the best selling car for 12 years. Despite that, the Japanese manufacturer launched an all-new 2015 model, just three years after introducing a redesign. It incorporates design touches now appearing in sibling models, including a deeper grille that more resembles an upmarket Lexus. Interior materials are upgraded and a large central display matches the design trend of its competitors. Two trims are added; a sporty XSE with some luxury touches and a Hybrid SE. Toyota sticks with its 2.5-litre, four-cylinder, and 3.5-litre, six-cylinder engines plus its Hybrid Synergy Drive.

Nissan did not disappoint with the unveiling of the classy 2015 Murano crossover. Hyundai would like to put a serious dent in the Toyota Camry success story with its own mid-size sedan – the redesigned Sonata. It’s likely the introduction of a sharp looking Sonata in 2011 helped prompt Toyota into taking a serious look at upping the ante in the Camry. Other competitors have also risen to the challenge. Now the seventh-generation, newly

styled, sharper looking 2015 Sonata raises the bar again with improved ride and handling plus advanced driver assistance and safety equipment. Unlike the Camry, the Sonata stays with purely fourcylinder engines. Standard is a 2.4-litre power plant and a turbocharged 2.0L four is an option. The one domestic manufacturer that did show

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MultiAir2 paired to the segment’s first nine-speed automatic transmission, or a 1.4-litre MultiAir Turbo engine with six-speed manual transmission. Prices for all of the above will come closer to launch when pencils have been sharpened and each figure out how they can undercut competitors. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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Keeping you safe on two wheels by Alexandra Straub

Like education, the motorcycle gear you wear, whether on the road or trails, is vital to your safety. Don’t believe me? Just ask someone who, unfortunately, has had a spill. Here’s an example. A colleague of mine caught gravel around a bend while riding in the States. She hit the guardrail then passed out. She was then airlifted to hospital where she suffered a minor concussion, and a few bruises and scrapes. Even the doctors were amazed how good shape she was in. It was said to her that her gear likely saved her life. She was wearing leathers, gloves, protective boots, and a helmet. Granted, not everyone is as lucky, but you get my point. Furthermore, for those who have experienced an accident, and have been in proper attire, I’m pretty sure you weren’t thinking. “Gee, I really wish I wore my shorts and flip flops!” When I ride, I’m in full garb. Depending on what type of riding I’m taking on that day, I’ll dress appropriately. I’m an advocate of riding gear. All of it.

you’re going for the “cool” look, spend a little more for the added protection.

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Boots Not everyone will want heavily reinforced boots. fine. But if you’re I want to scream when I am stuck behind a car that failsThat’s to signal an intent to turn left until the traffic light turns green. going to ride, get leather It has to be one of the most inconsiderate acts, especially in footwear congested areas. It’s also an offence, which carries a $121 fine and that at least covtwo-point penalty. Considerate drivers would realize their erserror your anklebone. and drive on. Ha! They don’t exist. What’s great about the inWhat drives-u-crazy. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca dustry now, is the availability to cool riding shoes that have reinforced heels and ankle protection. You can look good and be protected. Drives

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Driveway columnist Alexandra Straub puts safety first. Helmet The government in British Columbia only enforces one piece of safety equipment when riding on the road. That’s a helmet. If you’re not going to invest any money in anything else, protect your noggin’. I’m not suggesting buying the most expensive and fanciest lid out there because most of us don’t have thousands of dollars for a carbon fibre helmet. In fact, I’ll add this too. Make sure it fits properly. Local motorcycle shops generally have trained staff in fitting helmets. They’re

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supposed to fit snugly. I’ve been told that even the cheapest helmet that fits perfectly will do more for you than an expensive one that’s just not right for you. You only have one head. Use it. And protect it.

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argue each case. Some jackets come with armor (added protection in the back, elbows, and shoulders.) Some don’t. I suggest armor only because it protects you that much more. However, there are accessories you can purchase if your jacket you choose doesn’t come with it built in.

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Non- signallers: I want to scream when I am stuck behind a car that fails to signal an intent to turn left until the traffic light turns green. It has to be one of the most inconsiderate acts, especially in congested areas. It’s also an offence, which carries a $121 fine and two-point penalty. Considerate drivers would realize their error and drive on. Ha! They don’t exist.

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Gloves There are a few styles of gloves. There are ones that cover just your hands/fingers and ones called gauntlet gloves that cover past your wrists. Some gloves also have reinforced points with carbon fibre to prevent further damage. Get gloves that fit you, like, a glove! Too much room can cause blisters. Too little room cuts off circulation.

Jackets There are a couple of common materials used in alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca jackets: leather and textile. Pants There are more, but the two Leather, textile and Kevlar listed are quite prominent. jeans are common riding Each have their own benDrives-U-Crazy. .. efits. Textile jackets tend to pants. Kevlar jeans are be more breathable, while getting better and better as leather has been said to be more research and developI want to scream when I am stuck behind a car that fails to signal isuntil conducted. I say, if green. better protection. You can an intent toment turn left the traffic light turns

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I want to scream when I am stuck behind a I surprised my family with a trip to Hawaii. Forty later, car that fails to signal an minutes intent to turn leftour exchange was It has to be one of the most inconsiderate acts, especially in untilit.the traffic light turns green. They didn’t have a clue how I paid for But complete. I probably made an extra $2,000 congested areas. It’s also an offence, which carries a $121 fine and It has to be one of the most inconsiderate two-point penalty. Considerate drivers would realize their they error thought I was the best dad in the world. because areas. of theIt’sodometer! If I’d only done this acts, especially in congested also and drive on. Ha! They don’t exist. $121 fine and While we were away, I bought a caranonoffence, eBay.which carries to all athe other cars I sold! What drives-u-crazy. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca two-point penalty. Considerate drivers would It had over 350,000 km on it. No one will Suddenly, my mind began processing the realize their error and drive on. Ha! They want to buy this piece of junk, I thought. implications. That minivan was pretty much don’t exist.

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Donation helps build new Habitat home Habitat for Humanity Mid-Vancouver Island recently accepted a $15,000 donation from the RBC Foundation toward its 2014 building project, a duplex in south Nanaimo. This will be the 15th and 16th homes Habitat built on the midIsland, with the groundbreaking tentatively scheduled for late summer 2014. This donation is the second from the RBC Foundation in 12 months, a $20,000 donation in April 2013 went toward the recently completely duplex at 553/555 Prideaux St. “RBC has continued to be a huge supporter of Habitat and we are extremely grateful,” said Teresa Ludvigson, executive

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DE-CLUTTER FOR A CAUSE Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty City Wide Garage Sale Saturday, May 10, 2014 On Saturday May 10th Royal LePage offices across Canada will be sponsoring garage sales in their local area to raise money for Women Shelters in their community.

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In Nanaimo we are very fortunate to have the Haven Society. Since 1978 they have been providing services to women, children, youth and families who have experienced violence. This is very important work considering every year over 3,500 women and children in the Mid Vancouver Island area seek support to recover from physical, sexual and psychological abuse and violence. Haven Society’s programs include providing shelter, emotional support, counselling, advocacy, and most importantly a safe place to begin healing from abuse. If you are planning on holding a garage sale this spring, we would like you to consider holding it on Saturday May 10 and help us help the Haven Society. Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty will provide you with signage, balloons and advertise your garage sale in the local newspapers. We will also provide a donation tin for your customers to make donation to this worthy cause. You keep all the proceeds from your sale or if you like can make a donation as well. Registration Fee to be part of this great event is $25. 100% of that fee will go directly to the Haven Society and a tax receipt will be provided to you. Registration deadline: April 30th, 2014 For more information and to register please contact: Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty 250-756-1132 275-2000 Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5W3

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Nanaimo News Bulletin B19

YOUR HEALTH President’s own story: 15 years ago I started to have arthritis, prostate, kidney, snoring and sleep apnea problems, which were all helped quickly with natural health products. I made it my life’s purpose to help others. Nick A. Jerch

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Outfitting the OR Maeve O’Byrne, president of Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation, accepts a donation of $250,000 from Lynda Avis, past-president of Nanaimo Auxiliary to Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. The money will go toward equipment purchases for the foundation’s latest campaign to raise $1.5 million for the completion of two operating rooms at the hospital.

Mens’ centre hosts parental alienation workshops Parental alienation refers to specific behaviours exhibited in people who might be going through high-conflict separation or divorce. These behaviours are damaging to children’s mental and emotional well-being, often

interfering with relationships with either parent or extended family. Nanaimo Men’s Resource Centre is hosting an information session Thursday (April 24), 12:30-1:30 p.m. To sign up, please visit www. nanaimomen.ca.

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