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On-the-job training for junior firefighters KATYA SLEPIAN ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS
It’s practice time at the Cherry Creek Fire Department. Every Tuesday night, the volunteer firefighters gather at the fire hall to keep their skills sharp and their equipment in good shape. Two of the firefighters there are a little younger than the others: Eric Gill and Caden Stephens, both 18. They’re the department’s junior firefighters and the latest recruits in a system that has spanned over three decades. All three of the Alberni Valley’s volunteer fire departments —Sproat Lake, Beaver Creek and Cherry Creek—run the junior firefighters’ program. Sproat Lake right now has three active juniors. Cherry Creek’s longest serving firefighter, Brian Brick, 56, started out
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Brian Brick, Cherry Creek’s longest serving firefighter, began his career in the junior firefighting program.
as a junior firefighter in the early 1970s. In 1983 he made the switch and became a senior firefighter. He’s been with the fire department ever since. “Back in the day there was a bunch of us that
lived out here and we were told that the guys here needed help with pulling hoses, cleaning up, whatever needed to be done so a big group of us joined.” While these days the fire department may have
fewer junior firefighters, Brick considers the current program to be more in-depth than the one he went through. “It’s probably more intense than it was back then,” he said, adding that “back then it was way more hands-on and nowhere near the theoretical part in the classroom. I think [the current program] is the way to go,” he said. “It’s a stepping stone for a long lasting career.” A long lasting career in firefighting is in line with Stephens’ goals. “My goal is to get with the city [department] and go to fire academy and hopefully live that dream,” he said. Stephens grew up watching the fire department practice and having been turned away once for being too young, finally joined as a junior firefighter when he was 15. Gill joined a little later, when he was 17.
Growing up, he was always interested in the medical field and felt like firefighting was a good way to get involved and put his first responders’ licence to use. “I’ve learned more emergency scene skills, things about fires and life skills” that range from knot tying to how to use a chainsaw and operate generators. It’s all knowledge that’s essential when the fire department gets called out to a scene, where the juniors know they’ll have to work just as hard as the seniors. “We are treated just like a regular member,” said Gill. Stephens agreed. “If I go to a call I’m usually one of the first guys to the hall and so I’m usually right in there. I definitely get to go in and do all the fun stuff,” he added. Sending the juniors out to calls along with the senior firefighters gets
them prepared for what lies ahead if they choose to keep going. “They practice with our regular crew and whatever we do, they do,” said Cherry Creek fire Chief Mike Sparrow. “It’s to see if they really want to be here.” They’re given the same gear and trained to the same standard as the senior firefighters. One of the Cherry Creek firefighters recently went on to join the Vancouver Fire Department. They’ve also had firefighters move on to the city’s fire department, as has the Beaver Creek Fire Department, which along with the Sproat Lake Fire Department, also have a junior firefighting program. “They want a standard and that’s the standard we train to, so [firefighters] can come here and get their skill set and go further if they’d like.” reporter@albernivalleynews.com
Firefighters earn BC Hydro grant for unique fire training KATYA SLEPIAN ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS
A Cherry Creek Fire Department volunteer firefighter got the chance to upgrade her training thanks to a BC Hydro grant. Svetlana Zaytseva, 22, was able to take Instant Command Systems (ICS) 400 thanks to the BC Hydro Community Safety Award. The funding she received from the award was enough for fellow CCFD volunteer firefighter Rick Adams to also take the
course. The course, which is offered through the Justice Institute of Canada in New Westminister, teaches firefighters how to take control in extemely chaotic situations. It’s the most senior ICS course and is suitable for fire scenes at events as large scale as the Olympics or as devastating as a tsunami. “It’s on how to command a scene, it’s designed for big incidents,” said Cherrry Creek Fire
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Cherry Creek Fire Dept. Chief Mike Sparrow congratulates Rick Adams and Svetlana Zaytseva for earning the BC Hydro Community Safety Award.
Department fire Chief Mike Sparrow. While Olympic level events don’t tend to happen around the Alberni Valley, much of the city is
considered a tsunami inundation zone. “We can run a big scene now, a big disaster, we know all the protocols that go behind it,” Sparrow
said, adding that the fire department now has four firefighters trained to that level. Those protocols come via the Emergency Management Response System. “What it does is prioritize what they think is important to the area” should a major disaster occur. “It goes through health and safety of the first responders, of the people there and then into infrastructure such as water, sewer, hydro, cell phone towers and then it goes all the
way down to personal property as the lowest part of the list.” The system is in place to make sure that firefighters prioritize the larger picture, such as keeping the town running and communication lines open, over personal property which is more easily replaced. The course tested Zaytseva’s and Adam’s knowledge of the system by creating practice scenarios. “There was a large earthquake, multiple gas leaks
and flooding... it was good,” said Adams. “We had to prioritize which incident we would go to first, where to send resources and establish command,” said Zaytseva. That’s a scenario akin to what might happen here if a major tsunami were to strike and rare as events like that are, Zaytseva is glad to be prepared. “They don’t happen often, the large incidents, but when they do happen not many people know what to do.”
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Alberni Valley Transition Town Society will be screening “Bringing It Home,” a film which discusses the many uses and benefits of industrial hemp. The movie screens at Char’s Landing at 4815 Argyle St. on Wednesday, Oct. 15 from 6-9 p.m. The film screening will be followed by a discussion about hemp and admission is by donation.
Alberni Oktoberfest
Drink and be merry at the Port Alberni Europa Club’s 41st annual Oktoberfest at the Italian Hall at 4065 6th Ave. The event takes place on Friday, Oct. 17 and Saturday, Oct. 18 from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets are $20 and sell out fast so call 250-724-5886 to reserve yours.
The Woman in Black Just who is the woman in black? You can find out starting on Friday, Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre where the Portal Players Dramatic Society is putting on “The Woman in Black.” For tickets and more information on this mysterious production, call 250-723-1195 or visit www.atthecapitol.org. Advance tickets are $14 for students and seniors and $16 for adults and $17 and $19 respectively at the door.
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Starfleet Alberni Deep Space Sport, the Alberni Valley’s Star Trek fan association, is holding its monthly meeting on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 6-8 p.m. at Echo Community Centre at 4255 Wallace St. The first month is free so come on down and meet your fellow Port Alberni Trekkies. For more information, call 250-724-7923 or email albernideepspace@ gmail.com.
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Investor interest is coming from abroad for the Port Alberni Trans-shipment Hub. Port authority CEO Zoran Knezevic is off on a provincial trade mission to India meant to promote Asian Pacific trade. The trade mission leaves for India on Friday, Oct. 10, but Knezevic set off three days earlier in order to speak with interested trans-shipment hub investors in China. “The purpose of the trip is to promote the port authority and its projects and also potentially secure some investors for our porposed container trans-shipment hub,”
he said. the city still stands to The prospective gain from the transinvestors are shipment hub, which predominantly could see at least one from China, though container ship dock Knezevic is hoping to there every week, he garner more interest said. from India as well in “There are a number order to garner of spin-off the more than benefits for $1 billion a project like dollars needed this,” said to bring the Knezevic, trans-shipment including hub to Sarita “increased Bay. labour and According to increased ZORAN Knezevic, there employment, KNEZEVIC is a chance for thus increasing some of that funding the population.” to come from either The hub could also the provincial or bring more industry federal government interest to the region, but the port authority including ship does not currently building and repairs, have a commitment marine equipment and from either one. surveying businesses. While located some The benefits could ways down the inlet also trickle down to from Port Alberni, the retail and service
sectors as well, said Dave McCormick, PAPA Director of Public Relations and Business Development. “Increased employment, increased wages, increased demands for housing... all of these spin-offs have tremondous economic impacts. For every direct job created the spin-offs would be another three to four jobs.” The port authority is working to ensure that those jobs remain local or even bring back Port Alberni residents who’ve left to find jobs elsewhere. “One of the major benefits we have been communicating and that which is being clearly recognized by
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Two Huu-ayaht First Nations representatives are joining the province’s trade mission to India. HFN Councillor John Jack and executive director James Edwards be joining Premier Christy Clark and Advanced Education Minister Amrik Virk, as well as the Port Alberni Port Authority CEO Zoran Knezevic on a trade mission to explore economic opportunities in the Asia Pacific region. In a release, Edwards said that “this is an opportunity to be in the same room as some of their biggest potential customers” for the trans-shipment hub and the Steelhead LNG facility, both of which would be built on Huu-ay-aht land at Sarita Bay. Continued / A10
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Inbrief Candidate cut-off on Friday for election Outdoor water restrictions for the city were lifted as of Tuesday, Oct. 7. According to the city utilities superintendent Brian Mousley, “water levels in the reservoirs remain the same but average daily usage has dropped by 3000 square metres” per day since July. The average usage for September was 13,281 sq. m. compared to 17,660 sq. m. in July.
Community cleans up
Port Alberni’s Community Clean Up Week runs until Sunday, Oct. 12. Residents, business and community groups are all invited to pitch in and help keep the community clean. To get gloves, bags and other tools from the city, as well as arrange for the pickup of full garbage bags, call 250720-2822. Two specific cleanups are being organized; Canal Beach on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 8:30 a.m. and Papermill Dam on Sunday, Oct. 12 at 10 a.m.
Forest grants available
The Alberni Valley Community Forest Committee is currently accepting applications from community groups for special projects that will benefit the Alberni Valley. Applications for the grant funding are due on Dec. 15. An information session will be held at Echo Park Fieldhouse on Monday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. Ideas can be emailed to manager@ communityforest.ca or call 250-731-7377.
Virtual exploration
Last summer, Google dropped by Pacific Rim National Park Reserve to map the trails, islands and beaches. Now you can see the fruits of their labour by paying the park a “virtual visit” via Google Maps or Google Earth. The mapping of the park was part of a project with Google Canada to present Canada’s most treasured places for visitors from all around the world to explore.
With the end of the local election nomination period coming up, a slew of candidates have submitted their nominations for mayor, city council, regional district and school trustee positions. As of 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8, the mayoral candidates were: • Mike Ruttan • John Douglas (incumbent) • Jacques Savard • Hira Chopra • Kevin Wright • Cindy Solda As of 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8, the council candidates were: • Charles Thomas • Monty Mearns • Chris Alemany • Ian Thomas • Paul Pley • Sharie Minions • James Edwards • Ron Paulson • Jack McLeman (incumbent) • Dennis Sauve • Annette Clement • Malcolm Menninga • Seva Dhaliwal
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• Dan Washington (incumbent) • Penny Cote • Bill Randles As of 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7, regional district candidates were: • Mike Kokura (Beaufort, incumbent) • Penny Cote (Sproat Lake, incumbent) • Tony Bennett
(Long Beach, incumbent) • Dennis DallaVicenza (Cherry Creek) • John McNabb (incumbent, Beaver Creek) • Keith Wyton (Bamfield) • Lucas Banton (Cherry Creek, incumbent) As of 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7, SD70 school trustee candidates were: • John Bennie
(incumbent) • Pam Craig (incumbent) • Dennis DallaVicenza • Irene Jackson • Gaelle Frey (incumbent) •Larry Ransom (incumbent) The nomination period ends at 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 10. Candidates can still file their papers by appointment until then at either city hall or the regional district
office. Several allcandidates are already planned. The Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Port Alberni & District Labour Council are hosting two: • Mayoral candidates on Thursday, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. at the Barclay Hotel at 4277 Stamp Ave • Councill candidates on Tuesday, Oct. 28
at 7 p.m. at the Steelworkers Hall at 4904 Montrose St. • The ADSS Social Justice 12 class is hosting an allcandidates meeting for both mayoral and council candidates at the ADSS theatre on Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 10:15-11:35 a.m. All of the allcandidate meetings are free and open to the public. reporter@albernivalleynews.com twitter.com/AlberniNews
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Too many hurt at home Oil a slippery slope for municipalities World peace is a worthy concept, but first we need to get our own houses in order. Domestic violence continues to be a problem in Nanaimo, and even if it’s a problem everywhere, that’s no reason why we should ever accept it. Nanaimo RCMP respond to about 1,000 domestic violence calls per year in the city. Just as troubling as that figure is the knowledge that there are other incidents going unreported. Sometimes those can be the scariest situations, where victims are too fearful to say a word. Domestic violence was prominent in the news this month as a pro football player was caught on video knocking out his fiancée, and was subsequently kicked out of the league. It created dialogue across the continent about abusive relationships, why women stay in them, and how they can leave. Domestic violence is despicable, though the issues and emotions that stem from it are sometimes complicated. Haven Society has a handle on some of those issues and emotions. The Nanaimo non-profit would like to work with police, including the RCMP’s Community Victim Services, the Provincial Office of Domestic Violence and other social agencies as part of a proposed domestic violence unit. Increased community co-operation could allow all involved to deal more effectively with high-risk cases, then support and encourage victims who might be hesitant to make statements to police or testify in court. It’s crucial that the system works and that there’s a transition plan in place for victims, because women need to be able to see a way out. For those women reluctant to speak up, we hope this new unit can help to speak for them, because it speaks for the rest of us. We all agree domestic abuse is abhorrent and atavistic. We hope the men at fault get their comeuppance, but more so, we hope that for these women who are hurt, things will get better. — Black Press
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ICTORIA – Every year when B.C.’s municipal politicians get together to preach to the provincial cabinet, there comes a point in the maze of resolutions where things go sideways. Last year it was a misinformed, impossible demand to ban all traces of genetic engineering. Before that they thumbed their mobile phones and denounced wireless power meters. Both votes passed by narrow margins in a half-empty chamber, with many delegates focused on the serious community issues they are elected to address. This year it was a charge led by Burnaby to denounce the proposed Trans Mountain oil pipeline expansion. And this time it was defeated. Credit for this sudden attack of common sense goes largely to North
Cowichan Coun. Al one can make a living Siebring. Here’s part at local politics. And of his address to the grandstanding works. recent Union of B.C. Burnaby Coun. Nick Municipalities convention Volkow rattled off a in Whistler: jumbled history of “Ladies and gentlemen, refineries in his region, we are elected to handle noting that the sole things like roads and surviving Chevron plant water and sewer and land is bringing in crude by use, police, fire, garbage. trucks and trains because We’re not here to talk the 60-year-old pipeline about social is overpolicy, child subscribed. poverty or He didn’t heaven forbid, explain how pipelines. stopping “Those kinds a pipeline of things dilute upgrade our credibility would keep as an it open, or organization. oil – Al Siebring improve We’re safety. becoming a Volkow social policy repeated the activist group rather protester myth that a new than a group of municipal pipeline would introduce politicians. diluted bitumen to the “Half of this resolutions coast. Trans Mountain book is stuff that’s outside started shipping dilbit in of our purview…. If you the late 1980s. want to do social policy, Kamloops Mayor Peter get your butt elected to Milobar and others from the provincial legislature.” along the Interior pipeline Burnaby, New route pointed out another Westminster, Victoria flaw. and Vancouver were If southern cities want undeterred. In taxto wander outside their rich urban centres mandate to make this
‘Those kinds of things dilute our credibility as an organization.’
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gesture, why target only this pipeline and ignore rail lines and highways that cross the same rivers and streams? Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan boasted that after his first court challenge to the National Energy Board was tossed out, his high-priced eco-lawyer found a constitutional angle. Chaching! Meanwhile, professional protesters bike-lock their necks to the fence at Burnaby’s Westridge oil terminal, and a radical Simon Fraser University professor revives his Occupy Vancouver team to step up the ground war if courts falter. The comedy of all this was illustrated by Coun. Robin Cherbo from Nelson, who assured delegates he uses synthetic oil in his vehicle. Is that derived from organic sunflowers? And what significance does that gesture have compared with the gasoline and jet fuel that carried 1,200 delegates to Whistler?
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Rhodes’ idea too good To the Editor,
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A slippery slope Cherbo assumes that Ottawa can simply direct Alberta’s oil industry to start refining all the heavy oil there. Half a century into this industrial megaproject, this stuff should just be banned from pipelines. Peace, man. This is why electiontime posturing by local politicians is a slippery slope. Not only do they lack authority, they and their staff lack the required expertise and information. The Trans Mountain pipeline starts in
I predict that the Rhodes proposal will be rejected. After all, it’s the one that make sense, and that’s just not how things work!
Garry Cameron, Port Alberni
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Mailbag: Feedback on news items
Alberta and branches into the United States. Therefore it is by definition federal jurisdiction. NEB hearings on its expansion continue, with expert input, especially on shipping risks, from the B.C. government, Green MLA Andrew Weaver and others. Municipal politicians should really pipe down and defend their own performance. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc E-mail: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
To the Editor,
I, for one, am opposed to either of the proposed Roger Creek crossings. If it is the original $14.6 million plan or the latest alternative at half that amount, it is still for too expensive. The city is currently carrying too much debt and we, the taxpayers, are on the hook to pay down the principle plus hundreds of thousands in interest. It is time to put a plan in place to pay down the debt, not add to it. We have done without this crossing for many years now and I do not think the minutes we would save driving across town come even close to justifying spending that kind of money. What needs to be done is to concentrate available resources
in maintaining and upgrading our existing, aging, infrastructure – roads, water mains & sewer lines. It is time for a wake-up call at city hall – let’s get the priorities right. Bill Randles, Port Alberni
Cheaper plan needs thought To the Editor,
The late Charlie Haggard, as a private citizen, put forward the “Horne Lake” connector proposal as an alternative highway route out of the valley. This suggestion continues to simmer. Mr. Jim Rhodes has suggested an alternative route to the cities $14.6 million dollar proposal for a second crossing. His suggestion, as detailed in The News, (Oct. 2) deserves serious consideration. There are other immediate advantages to Rhode’s proposal besides cost. Traffic lights already exist at Cherry Creek and Johnston. This northern exit point better serves the mall and the residential areas that would most benefit from a second crossing. I believe, having hiked the trails in the
area of the loop route he proposes, that a significant real estate opportunity would emerge on the north side of Roger Creek. This route eliminates a major problem, (the steep climb into and out of the Roger Creek gorge) for walkers and cyclists. This proposal facilitates easy trail connection to the existing popular Roger Creek trail network. And finally, Rhode’s proposal is an excellent compromise for those favouring a 21st Street crossing. The civic election referendum proposal is, in my opinion, meant to fail. Thus, Rhodes’ second crossing proposal shouldn’t just be under debate; it should be given very serious consideration. His time spent formulating this proposal is much appreciated.
T. Lyman Jardin, Port Alberni
ACRD needs to act faster To the Editor,
On almost any community issue, we can count on the regional districts board of directors to pussyfoot around the matter; the latest example being
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forestry operations in McLaughlin Ridge. Not only does it lie within the China Creek watershed, but it’s also home to abundant wildlife, some of which need old growth forest to survive. The habitat issue is equally if not more important than the water issue. But we can count on the directors once again to forget about or delay/defer any effective action on the vital matter of McLaughlin Ridge. It’s most painful to watch the inaction of that group and the effects their lackadaisical attitudes have on this community.
Richard Berg, Port Alberni
Group not democratic To the Editor,
I find it very naïve of Alberni First candidates to consent in advance and subjugate themselves by agreeing to be influenced by what can be described as, or compared to, a lobbyist organization. These candidates willingly agree to be indebted to this group of 100 by consenting to conform to the association’s own decision making, for
our entire community, if they become officials in our local government. Alberni First admits their agenda is to establish an inordinate socioeconomic power, based on the description of their rules for their endorsed candidates as described by Sharie Minions: “Once a decision is made the entire Alberni First group will support that decision regardless of how the vote falls.” This practise will demean local legislation by twisting it away from fairness, in order to serve the association’s own priorities. We need to defuse this selfinterest group before any exploitation occurs. Do these 100 members genuinely represent the interests of our entire community? Was every person in Port Alberni offered the opportunity to participate in Alberni First? Of course not, a democratic process is not the way to go when the top echelon’s plans don’t cover the collective needs of the community as a whole.
Stacey Gaiga, Port Alberni
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“If we get a transshipment hub the province will build a road.”
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With Asia’s third largest economy and a growing middle class, India is a key emerging business partner for B.C., something that makes the Huu-ay-aht eager to forge new ties and build on already existing ones. “We’re looking at a few different areas,” said Edwards, adding that they were especially hoping to to find strategic and technical partners looking to develop in the area. “Lucrative opportunities often come about by making connections with a wide variety of business and government representatives and openly sharing intent and information,” said Jack in a Huuay-aht press release, adding that while this mission is focused on the LNG facility and the trans-shipment hub, the Huu-ay-aht have “many resources – forestry, trade, cultural, foods – that could be marketed to India” in the future.
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DID YOU KNOW? Smoke detectors should be replaced every 10 years.
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All new Ford F-150 leaner, meaner, tough and strong levels available now and this year, the popular FX4 off-road version becomes San Antonio, Texas – In 1948 Ford redea package that can be added to any of signed its pickup truck and introduced the trims. Cradling that luxury is a new the F1. cab that’s two-inches wider and has rear Marketing at the time ran ads shouting seats that get more legroom. Storage about the “Million-dollar bins have been added cab” emphasizing how and the 40/20/40 seats Ford’s claims will carry six adults comfortmuch money Ford had spent to redesign just the have to play out on ably. The SuperCab, the cab of the new half-ton. roads, across Canada, rear suicide doors now That first F-series truck was open flat along the box indeed all new – and so is in the coming years to 170 degrees, no more its great-great-great-great but from what I’ve getting trapped at the grandson, the 2015 F-150. seen in Texas, I’d say mall. But the big update Looks is all about electronics. A Giddy Up! After several generations new instrument cluster of rounder, then-squarer Howard J. Elmer is larger and all the front ends the 2015 draws gauges are video-proinspiration from the ’48. jected. Because of this The horse-collar grille is brought back you can configure the cluster however with a much more angular hood; in fact, you want – add info or subtract, it’s you’ll see many more lines in the metal up to you. The centre console screen is thanks to the all-aluminum body. These eight-inches wide and displays the views are design elements, but they’re also offered by the new 360-degree camera. needed for strength. On each side of the Four cameras around the truck stitch grille are distinctive new C-clamp headtogether a birds-eye view displayed on lamps while above the glass a cut-in the screen. Toggle through other screens shades the windshield. This truck is also for expanded views in front, behind and 2.5 centimetres lower than the old one, to the sides. Great for parking, not to perhaps signalling the end of the overmention hooking up trailers. For your active thyroid problem most trucks have gadgets, Ford offers 12V plug-ins but been experiencing for the past 20 years. also 110V power. A new inverter pumps Around the back, the looks encompass out 400 watts of power (plugs in the a laundry list of new features like a powfront and back). New and improved drivered tailgate, second-gen pullout step er assist features include BLIS (Blind that moves the grab-bar inside the gate, Spot Information System) that also in-bed lighting, new removable tie down sees cross-traffic; Adaptive cruise system and even built-in cargo ramps. control; Lane-Keeping system; Active park assist; rear view camera; reverse Inside sensing system; auto high beams and Luxury is becoming a key selling feature of the F-series. There are nine trim rain sensing wipers. By Howard J. Elmer
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differential locker has been added. This truck churns mud better than ever. Verdict Payload is up (to 900 kgs) and so is towing (approx. 5.5 tonnes) yet overall body weight is down by 317 kgs. Ford offers four engines and even the smallest 2.7L EcoBoost will still tow up to 3.8 tonnes. The cab is quieter, yet larger. The floor is flat yet has more storage compartments. The dash is less cluttered yet offers more information. Do you sense a theme here? Consider that the design phase of this truck took four years and the testing was the most intense ever. The result? A list of improvements a hockey rink long – that’s a fact. Now, how will they all work together? Well Ford’s claims will have to play out on roads, across Canada, in the coming years. But from what I’ve seen in Texas, I’d say Giddy Up!
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Winners on the greens KATHY WHITE
Pitch n’ Putt
The Alberni Ladies nine- and 18-hole leagues held their closing luncheon at Alberni Golf Club earlier this week. Nine-hole ladies playing 10 games or better were eligible for a prize and the winner was Louise Berlinski. For the best game on the ringer board, La Donna Knutson won a prize. She was also presented with a breaking 100 pin. Having the most chip-ins for the season was Kath Stolth. Marta Williamson won for the most birdies, while the Isobel Pearson Trophy for the most pars went to Claudia Romaniuk. The Helen Weaver Trophy for the best putting of the season went to Julie Swaney. Winning the Mary Dyson Trophy by lowering her handicap by nine points was Lee Anne Van Lent,
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Award winners from the ladies’ nine- and 18-hole leagues at Alberni Golf Club with their hardware.
Lee Anne also had a hole in won this year on No. 17. Awards for the 18 hole ladies: Monthly Medal winner was Marie Randall, Handicap Cup B Flight, runner up was Marie Randall, winner was Katie Cyr. A Flight runner up was Marilyn McPherson and the winner was Janice Cross. Master’s Cup B Flight runner up was Carol Bouchard and the winner was Marie Randall. A Flight runner up was Pat Nicklin and the winner was Kathy White, the trophy was donated by Betty Clifford and
Donna James. 18 Hole Ladies Club Championship Senior Division, second low net was won by Marilyn McPherson and first low net went to Shirley Goodman. On the gross side third low gross was won by B-Jay Harper, second low gross went to Carol Hastings and the low gross winner was Carol Bouchard. For the overall club championship, third low net was won by Katie Cyr, Carol Hastings won second low net and Shirley Goodman won first low net. Third low gross
went to Kathy White, second to Pat Nicklin and the Evelyn Stirzaker trophy for first low gross was won by Carol Bouchard. There was a tie between Carol Bouchard and Kathy White for the Summer Trophy. Par Bowl trophy runner up was Marie Randall and the winner was Katie Cyr. There was also a tie for the Lowest Putts of the season between Katie Cyr and Leona Fowler. The most chip ins went to Katie Cyr. The trophy for Handicap Reduction was won by Katie Cyr. For the ringer board, low gross was won by Pat Nicklin and Low net was won by Gayle Rhodes. By the looks of this I think we have had a wonderful year. Have great winter and we will see you again.
AMYAH LABRECHE/SPECIAL TO THE NEWS
Crouch, touch, set
Members of the Port Alberni Black Sheep Div. 1 men’s team run through game situations on Saturday at the rugby club. The team had an open day after Velox cancelled their road trip here.
Women in tough in MIWSL Port Alberni remains in eighth place with a 1–4 record in MidIsland Women’s Soccer League play. Port Alberni was on the losing end of a pair of 5–0 shutouts, to Cermaq Outlaws
on Sept. 28 and Oceanside on Oct. 5. Cermaq leads the league with a 5–0 record. Teams take a break this weekend for Thanksgiving. Port Alberni is back on
the pitch in Willow Point Oct. 19 to face Campbell River FC. Their next home game is Nov. 2 against Nanaimo Wheatys, 2 p.m. at the Alberni District Secondary School field.
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Suzanne Jones, Scotiabank small business manager, along with many volunteers and sponsors held a very lucrative fundraiser for Ty Watson House at the Cherry Creek Golf Course on Sept 28.
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Teresa Cutting of Multi-Max helps herself to the awesome buffet at the Cherry Creek Golf Course.
Barb Van Zoeren received special recognition for her 30 years of volunteering as a coach with B.C. Special Olympics Port Alberni.
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THE ARTS
ARTS AROUND / Get cultured. A30 MUSIC / Char’s is hopping. A30
Players open 37th season with ‘Woman in Black’
P
ortal Players Dramatic Society opens its 37th season on Oct. 10 with The Woman In Black, based on the 1983 book by Susan Hill and more recently made into a movie starring Daniel Radcliffe of Harry Potter fame. In this tale adapted for the stage, Port Alberni’s 78-year old Capitol Theatre plays the role of an empty Victorian theatre, where an old Arthur Kipps relates an eerie story of his youth to a young actor who he has hired to dramatize the story. When they run through the play, however, things begin to go terribly wrong. Many people are now familiar with the film The Woman in Black. However, the stage play takes a different
QUICKfacts ◆ THE 2014-15 season is Portal Players Dramatic Society’s 26th at the Capitol Theatre. ◆ THE GROUP’S humble beginnings were in the gym at what is now John Paul II school. ◆ THE CAPITOL THEATRE is cast as a ‘character’ in The Woman in Black.
SUSAN QUINN/ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS
Chris Arthurs is one of two leads in The Woman in Black, Portal Players’ theatre season opener.
view of the story, which originated as a novel by Susan Hill in 1983 before being transformed for London’s West End stage in 1989 by Stephen Mallatratt,
where it still runs. The stage
◆ WARNING: The Woman in Black is a ghost story with sound and lighting effects that may scare children.
production is notable in that the story is told by just two
actors. Director David McGarry knew that casting this production would be integral to its success; the script rests firmly upon the shoulders of its two male leads. “I knew that we could make this production really special with the right actors, and when I was able to cast Chris Arthurs and Cody Taylor I knew that we had a show.” Arthurs and Taylor are experienced actors with a history of roles with Portal Players. They acted together in Reefer Madness: The Musical! in 2013 and The Rocky Horror Show in 2009.
‘I knew that we could make this production really special with the right actors...’
– David McGarry Outside of the theatre the two are good friends—so good, that Taylor served as Arthurs’ best man at his wedding last month. “Once we had the cast in place, the pressure was on to ensure that we would have the technical support to bring the show to the next
level,” adds producer Brent Ronning. “The lighting, sound, and special effects would need to be above and beyond what we normally attempt to do in our theatre. We wanted to challenge ourselves creatively to do some different things to inspire ourselves, and bring something memorable to our audience.” Says McGarry: “When Peter Wienold agreed to work on the complex soundscape for the show, and with my background in lighting design, I knew that we could make this ghost story come to life in our theatre.” Continued / A30
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◆ ENTERTAINMENT
Learn lantern making skills with Rollin Art Centre MELISSA MARTIN Arts Around
The Community Arts Council will host its final lantern making workshop for children and adults at Echo Centre on Wed. Oct. 22 from 6-9 p.m. Learn how to make bamboo and tissue paper lanterns. Creativity is the key to this workshop. Upon completion of your own lantern creations, we hope you will participate in the Rollin Art Centre’s third annual “Celebration of Lights” festival being held Saturday, Nov. 29, from 4-8 pm. The cost is only $10 to register and $10 for
SUBMITTED
Lanterns made of tissue paper and bamboo hang in the Rollin Art Centre following last year’s class.
supplies.Please call Echo Centre at 250723-2181.
New art show mixes media Our next art exhibit will open Thursday,
Oct. 16 and will showcase the many new and exciting works from potter Elspeth Watson and watercolours by painter Norm Nicholson. Watson has put a
Japanese spin on this exhibit; pottery is not just utilitarian, but beautiful and graceful. Nicholson’s watercolours are soothing to the eye, with his beautiful blending of light and colour. This is Watson’s first exhibit in more than 30 years, so mark your calendars. This exhibit will run until Nov. 15. Join us in the gallery for refreshments and an artist meet and greet on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 1-3 p.m.
Please register at Echo Centre at 250723-2181. Melissa Martin
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The production team will not divulge any additional secrets of what audiences might expect from the production, but rest assured that there shall be surprises, Ronning hinted. McGarry does double duty as both director and lighting designer, with sound designer Wienold, stage manager Carrera Schroeder, costume designer Andrea Markiewicz and property master John Milne. This excursion into the supernatural plays Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 10 to Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m. On Hallowe’en, Friday, Oct. 31, join us for a special performance beginning at 9 p.m. Lounge/box office will open at 6:30 p.m.--theatregoers will have time to explore the haunted, unexplored depths of the Capitol Theatre.
Tuesday from Oct. 14-Dec. 9, 7–9 p.m. The cost is $140 for eight classes.
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Saturday, Oct.11 • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2208 MALLORY DR
OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, Oct. 11 • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM NEW LISTING
4184 STEEDE AVE
319,900
249,900
$
$
MILLION DOLLAR VIEW
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2780 BURDE ST
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SOLID INVESTMENT • • • •
NEW LISTING
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• • • •
$
269,900
NEW LISTING
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239,900
$
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GREAT LOCATION
PATIO HOME • • • •
HOME SUITE HOME • • • •
Home damaged by fire Large 66’ x 125’ lot Alberni Inlet Views Double garage/shop
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249,900
$
NEW LISTING
HOME OR BUSINESS? Commercial zoning Charming character home North Alberni location Numerous Updates
269,900
$
NEW LISTING
119,900
$
NEW PRICE
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CAREFREE LIVING
119,900
$
NEW PRICE
• Two bedroom condo • Spacious and well cared for • Gas fireplace & balcony • Close to amenities
149,900
$
NEW PRICE
2 bedroom & full bath Fresh paint & some flooring 900 sq.ft. rancher Carport & storage locker
2977 ANDERSON AVE
NEW LISTING
8780 ELIZABETH STIRLING ARM 4665 ST DR
• • • •
• Natural gas fireplace • Many functional updates • Upper South Alberni • Large 66’x125’ lot 4 5131 GERTRUDE ST
$
TONS OF POTENTIAL
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2529 ANDERSON AVE
129,900
2848 2ND AVE
• • • •
Beautiful 5.04 acres 2 bedroom + den rancher Feature woodstove Nook & large covered deck
4289 NORTH PARK DR
• • • •
NEW LISTING
Country living in the City 132’ x 122’ lot Hydro & City water to lot Zoned Future Development
5026 SHARON DR
• • • •
Front & back duplex $1,425/month revenue 2 bedroom & 1 bedroom Separate meters & storage
3615 NEILL ST
• • • •
179,900
$
BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
$
5028 MONTROSE ST
TWO SUITES
159,900
$
NEW PRICE
• Murals & 3D art throughout • Two 2 bedroom suites • Separately metered • 61’x117’ South Alberni lot $
234,900
SOLD
9221 CENTRAL LAKE RD
PERFECT VIEW! • • • •
Panoramic mountain views 14.3 acre property 32’x24’ two storey shop 715 sq. ft. home
299,900
$
SOLD 6678972
OPEN HOUSE
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115,900 Echo Area
LD
179,900
$
$
NEW LISTING
$
Is The Country Calling You?
Nicely Cared For Home!
NEW PRICE
4010 10th Ave
• Charming 1,300 sq ft 3 bedroom home-needs some TLC • Updated 4 pc bathroom & H. Efficiency N. Gas furnace • Fir floors under carpets on main floor • Fenced 60x125 lot with garage and RV parking
Lot 9 Springfield Road • • • •
Do You Like Character Homes?
NEW PRICE
$
4916 Redford Street • • • •
2,400 sq.ft. 3 bd/main with original 4 pc bath 9’ coved ceilings, lovely inlaid oak floors Leaded glass french doors, glass door knobs, archways 85 x 122 nicely landscaped lot
159,900
1,750 sq ft 3 bdrm 2 bath ranch style home .98 level acre just minutes away from city boundary Nicely set back from the road with private back yard Lg oak kitchen and living room, HRV system and much more!
SO
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Look At This!
Quiet location with Peek-A-Boo view of inlet/mnt 3 level 5 bd, 2 bath home with many updates New roof, fenced yard, paint in/out, some flooring New fridge, stove, dishwasher; oak kitchen
• • • •
158,900
159,900
2806 2nd Ave
6329 Beaver Creek Rd
4.52 level, cleared and fenced acres At the end of a no through road Area of upscale country homes Pasture is ready for horsed, hobby farm...
$
• • • •
379,000
Beautiful Country Acreage
LD
• • • •
3 bdrm 2 bath home inc. in-law suite down Coved ceiling, kitchen with B/I dishwasher 24x20 partially covered deck and 2 carports RV carport 11’7” height with concrete driveway
69,900
$
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• • • •
2 bdrm bungalow on 33x125 lot w/ detached garage Building requires some attention from handyman Currently used as office space Live in as single family or use for commercial/office
74,900
$
• • • •
Driveway is in, drilled well and lot is cleared Bordered by trees on one side & at rear Less than 10 min to town 1.29 acres, excellent views of Stirling Arm
568,800
• • • •
1,000 sq.ft. 2 bed, 1 bath home New 4 pc bathroom, newer roof & paint in/out 26 x 21 Fully finished shop/RV Pkg concrete slab 66 x 130 fully fenced level landscaped lot
10048 Falcon Road
Lot 4 de Montreuil Lane • • • •
• • • •
1.065 acre at City edge Good mountain view/sewage system in place Bare land strata $35/mo Exceptional location; exceptional value!
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4066 Bruce St • • • •
3 bd & den, 2 bath home with many updates All new kitchen, vinyl thermal windows, flooring... Hardi plank siding, concrete patio... Detached garage with concrete drive and fenced yard
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4693 Lathom Rd • • • •
Cherry creek farm just outside city boundary Original farm house and 1,180 sq.ft. 2/3 bd rancher 68 x 120 barn, 4 bay outbuilding with 24 x 32 shop This is a ‘one of a kind’ property.
239,500
$
NEW PRICE
4489 South Cres
148 Acre Farm
174,900
8400 MacMillan Dr
Nature’s Retreat
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879,000
$
Sproat Lake View Lot
Down Town Bungalow
$
Ranch Style Home with Shop!
3061 Anderson Avenue
$
2993 2nd Avenue
169,900
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$229,900 - 4826 Elizabeth
$329,000 - 5694 Mersey Rd
$219,900 - Sl 2 3908 Marpole Street
$47,000 - 14 4935 Broughton St
$79,900 - 3720 Argyle Way
NORTH PORT RANCHER Three bedroom 2 bath Fenced back yard double attached garage Close to all amenities
3 OVER HEIGHT CARPORTS Well cared for 2,200 square foot home Three bedroom, two bath, heat pump .95 of an acre, 1,900 square shop
Half Duplex New Construction Upper North Port close to the mall Three bedroom and two bathrooms
UPDATED MOBILE Greenridge Mobile Home Park Nicely updated 2 bed, Remodeled bath. New wheelchair front ramp.
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$209,000 - 3588 7th Ave
$145,500 - 4701 Redford
$269,000 - 2918 1st Ave
$159,000 - 3916 Shaughnessy
$93,900 - 4309 10th Ave.
CENTRAL LOCATION - 2 SUITES Each 3 bedroom and two bath Updated with low maintenance yard and garage Can be a good income holding property
TRI PLEX Central location Close to bus stop
INLET VIEW 3 bedroom plus 2 bathroom main new kitchen New flooring and bathroom,double attached garage Rented lower suite
3 bedroom 2 bathroom, upper north port, close to shopping and schools
BAMFIELD PROPERTIES
TURN KEY RESTAURANT AND CATERING BUSINESS 50 Seat Restaurant
NEW LISTINGS
4826 Elizabeth - $229,900 3588 7th - $209,000 2918 1st Avenue - $269,000
COMMERCIAL SPACES FOR LEASE 8 3749 10th Ave 9 3751 10th Ave E 5292 Argyle St.
$290,000 - # 14 Headquarters Bay
$650,000 - 310 Grappler Inlet
Fantastic 5 acre waterfront property, half way down Alberni Inlet, close to some of the best fishing areas, cabin is 80% complete, moorage at community marina
SPECTACULAR WATERFRONT PROPERTY Three bedroom with 2.95 acre waterfront property. Close to boat launching ramp in Port Desire
6680304
$260,000 - Lot 322 Pachena Rd OVER 6 ACRES LOT Great harbour view Potential to be subdivided
$699,000 - 137 Winter Harbour Rd PORT HARDY Wayne Ridley’s Fishing Lodge Turn key fully operational Accommodates 20-16 guest
LOTS & ACRES
Lot 322 Pachena Road - 6 acres $260,000 Lot O Cheeyha Island - 3 acres $180,000 4356 Gertrude - Commercial Lot $399,000 3790 Meares Drive - .35 acre lot $119,000
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• Attractive dark laminate floors & kitchen cabinets. • Spacious, bright living room area & large dining room w/ plenty of space for large dining room table & hutch. • Patio off of the beautiful new kitchen. • Master bdrm is spacious w/nice walk in closet & ensuite. • Partially fenced yard backs onto a nicely landscaped park area. • Double garage & plenty of room to park an RV in the
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3814 HASLAM
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SOLID FAMILY HOME
4971 MARGARET ST
$149,000
• Right across the street from the Blair Park and the popular Dyke walking path. • Great family home on large lot, offered at an affordable price. • Newer roof, 2 bedrooms up and large rec room down. • Walking distance to restaurants, shops and fitness centre. • Minutes from elementary and middle schools.
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4527 BEALE STREET
723-5666
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4994 Argyle Street, Port Alberni, B.C.
4025 MARPOLE
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#55 – 4110 KENDALL
$79,900
• Affordable, clean family oriented unit in desirable Echo area. • Walk to parks, library, college, pool and multiplex. • Close to all the amenities. • 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, dishwasher in kitchen. • ·Easy care, convenient living.
2 BDRM UNIT IN ECHO AREA
MLS# 379674
3672 6TH AVE
$129,900
• Within walking distance to grocery stores and coffee shops. • Large living room with new vinyl windows and new laminate flooring. • Large and bright kitchen with spacious eating area. • New oil tank • On bus route. Lane access.
3 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM HOME
SOLD #204-5262 ARGYLE ST $159,000 • Bright and clean newer 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo • Nice quiet building. • Walking distance to shops, restaurants and the Harbour Quay. • 7 appliances included in sale. • In suite laundry.
AWESOME WATER VIEW CONDO
MLS # 378129
4835 MARGARET ST
IMMACULATE RANCHER IN NORTHPORT
SOLD
MLS # 377306
5055 LESLIE
$185,000
• Located in a quiet family neighbourhood in preferred North Port. • Home is immaculate with some new flooring & 3 bedrooms on the main. • Large living room with lots of character, coved ceilings and new appliances. • Updated wiring, plumbing and a new furnace. • Private backyard with large, wired & insulated 2 bay shop.
4 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM CHARACTER HOME
$239,000
• New tasteful wood laminate floors and updated paint. • Custom built rancher with 30 x 20 foot detached shop/garage off lane. • Vaulted ceilings in the large living room that opens onto bright kitchen with skylights and oak cabinets. • 2 bedrooms plus den. Master bedroom with 3 piece ensuite & shower. • Central vac, heat pump and low maintenance yard on quiet street.
4639 SOUTHGATE
$287,500
• Home has been tastefully redone with new kitchen, bathrooms, and flooring throughout. • Updates also include new 200 amp electrical, vinyl windows, metal roof and heat pump. • Spacious living room. Large country kitchen. 3 bedrooms up. Very large master with spacious walk in closet. • Attractive front veranda. Large covered back deck. • Large double detached shop a bonus. Nicely landscaped and fenced backyard.
BRIGHT AND MODERN FAMILY HOME
• Lots of very large new windows letting in the light. • Cute country kitchen w/ all new stainless steel appliances. • Very large living room w/ hardwood floors. • Beautiful brand new cedar deck for relaxing & entertaining. • Newly finished spacious rec room is tastefully done. • Covered carport and security system. • Home has had many updates, newer roof and windows, updated plumbing, electrical and furnace.
BRIGHT & SPACIOUS 3 BDRM HOME ON DOUBLE LOT
5320 DARNLEY RD.
$675,000
• Country style kitchen has beautiful cabinetry and a very large island. • Living room has cozy wood insert & french doors onto deck. • In floor radiant heat keeps house consistently warm. • Built in vacuum. Air exchanger. • Large wired and insulated shop with woodstove and bathroom. • RV and boat carport with built in sewer. 5 covered parking spaces. • Fully landscaped and fenced yard with in ground irrigation sprinkler system.
IMMACULATE NEWER HOME
$115,000
• Fantastic view of the water and mountains • Excellent location to build your dream home or summer fishing home. • Walking distance to Harbour Quay & Marina.
CUTE AND AFFORDABLE
66 X 125 BUILDING LOT
MLS#369370
2968 1ST AVE.
$221,000
• Located on a nice quiet street, large deck with water views • Hardwood & bamboo floors • Large, bright updated kitchen & bathroom • Many updates including electrical, plumbing & thermal windows • Large 66x125 private fully fenced yard
CHARMING 4 BEDROOM CHARACTER HOME
SOLD
MLS #363617
MLS #376807
$179,900
MLS 378020#
LOT C -2687 1ST AVE. $109,000
• Fantastic view of ocean inlet and mountains. • Located on a no thru road and walking distance to shopping and the Harbour Quay Marina. • Newer oil tank. Newer perimeter drains. Roof new 2006, vinyl windows & updated plumbing. • 2 bedrooms on the main. • Unfinished basement with laundry. • Lane access and detached shop.
MLS #376762
SOLD 4804 BURDE ST.
2883 1ST AVE
MLS # 378526
4753 LATHOM
$239,500
• 55 plus, very spacious 1250 sqft patio home featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and large living room with gas fireplace. • Extra large covered patio that includes a gas bbq • 4 skylights all with their own installed blinds.
HILLCREST VILLA PATIO HOME
3774 WALLACE
RANCHER IN UPPER ECHO AREA
2248 CAMERON DR.
$239,900
• Nice private setting in quiet preferred neighborhood. • Very large home with 5 bedrooms and very large family room. • In-law suite in daylight basement with some new flooring and paint. • New roof. Private yard. Double Garage. • All situated on 0.28 acre lot. Quick Possession available.
PANORAMIC INLET VIEWS!
MLS #369370
MLS #376737
$189,000
3641 ANDERSON AVE. $115,700
#301-2825 3RD AVE. $149,900
NORTHPORT CHARACTER HOME
NEW PRICE
• Three bedroom home located centrally • Newer vinyl windows, new roof & New hot water tank. • Large living room with laminate oors. • Lane access to backyard. • Fenced yard. • On bus route.
GREAT STARTER HOME OR INVESTMENT
SOLD MLS #371867
4488 BEALE ST.
$215,000
• Spacious two bedroom rancher on large 75 x 124 lot. • This home features crown moldings, a solid oak kitchen with new flooring. • Large master bedroom with covered ceilings. • Large & bright bathroom with a 2-sink vanity & new flooring. • 200 amp service, new furnace, alarm system and in-ground sprinklers • Newer detached wired garage/shop and tool shed. Quick possession is available.
MLS # 377449
MLS #376280
• 4 bedrooms and den on large 44x176 lot. • Large living room with gas fireplace, original fir wood floors, gas furnace, high ceilings & lots of storage areas. • Nice country kitchen with oak cabinets & door leading to sundeck which overlooks private rear yard with lane access and RV parking. • Full walk-out basement with separate entrance. • Quick possession is possible. Excellent location great family home!
MLS #360332
3551 HUFF DR.
MLS # 377677
$132,500
• Just reduced by $ 10,000. • Separate entrances, separate meters. • Two - 2 bedroom units. Shared laundry. • Located in quiet residential area near elementary school. • Walking distance to shopping and coffee shops.
ATTENTION INVESTORS!
3527 HUFF DRIVE
• This lovely 2 bdrm, 1 bath condo features open floor plan, plenty of windows let the natural light in, nice sized laundry/storage room & gas fireplace in the lvng rm. • Amazing views of the mountains and the ocean from this unit situated on a corner giving you extra patio space. • This building has secured entry, single parking stall & storage room in the basement as well as having your own laundry in your unit & public transportation only a few steps away!
PREFERRED UPPER NORTHPORT
SOLD
MLS#381029
MLS #369016
$229,900
2678 ANDERSON AVE. $249,500
• 1250 sqft patio home, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and large living room with gas fireplace. • Extra large covered patio & attached 1 car garage. • Appliances included. Phantom screen door. 4 skylights. • Large, bright in-suite laundry room with skylight. • In ground sprinklers on grounds. Snow removal on property. • Upgraded with newer heat pump
HILLCREST VILLA - 55 PLUS PATIO HOME
• 1556 sq ft 3 bdrm (3rd bdrm converted to den), 2 bath home • Open plan, updated kitchen,large living room w/ gas FP. • BI vacuum, security, air exchanger, double garage, • Electric hot water heat system. • Nicely finished yard with fruit trees.
EASY MAINTENANCE IMMACULATE RANCHER
6678861
MLS#379428
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8720 STIRLING ARM DRIVE
,000 $ 869
SPROAT LAKE BEAUTY
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• 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom 1760 sq. ft. rancher • In floor heating, 9’ ceilings • 3 car garage, 100’ of beach, 1.55 acres
5250 DARNLEY
,000 $ 595
DELIGHTFUL HOME • 3 beds, 3 baths, 2,726 sq. ft. open floor plan • Fir floors, main level living and so much more • 1 acre, pool, hot tub, detached garage
3547 McKNIGHT STREET
,900 $ 429
PERFECT RANCHER WITH BONUS ROOM
5342 OTTER PLACE
,000 $ 474
CASTLE ENTRY • 4 beds, 3 baths, 2700 sq. ft. • Hardwood, slate, beautiful kitchen • 3 car garage & det. 900 sq ft shop • Heat pump, intercom system, grand entrance
• 3 bed, 2 bath • 2220 sq. ft. • College Estates • Open floor plan, HW floors • Granite counter tops, 3 entertaining rooms • 9’ ceilings
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LARGE COUNTRY HOME
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QUAINT & CHARMING RANCHER • 3 beds, 2 bath, 1,568 sq. ft. built in 2011 • Granite counter tops, maple cabinets & floors • 9’ & 11’ ceilings, heat pump, surround sound, fenced yard
• 4 bed, 3 bath • 3,036 sq. ft. • 1.2 acre • New country Kitchen • New flooring and paint
2245 HAMILTON
,000 $ 205
FAMILY HOME ON GREENBELT
3908 ARGYLE
,000 $ 195
CHARMING HOME • 3 beds, 2 baths • 1580 SQ FT • Zoned R2, 67x145 lot, detached shop • Basement set up for suite • HW floors & much more
• 3 beds, 3 baths • 1870 sq ft • Some updates • Very private backyard with hot tub
,900 $ 169
4763 MORTON
3588 SWORDFERN
5797 FALLS STREET
5057 SOUTHGATE GREAT OPPORTUNITY • 2,775 sq. ft. of strata commercial space • Heat pump, alarm system, lots of possibilities • Located on the ground level of Victoria Quay Condos
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,900 $ 139
UPDATED TOWNHOME • 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom • 1,258 SQ FT • 9’ ceilings, open floor plan • Freshly painted • New roof in 2011 • New HWT 2010
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PICTURE PERFECT • 4 beds, 1 bath, 2280 sq. ft. • Original hardwood floors • Newer hot water tank, windows, roof and more
4003 JOHNSTON ROAD HIGH PROFILE LOCATION • C5 commercial zoned • Many options for businesses • Dedicated parking • Great investment • 3 bed, 1 bath, 1900 sq ft
4217 8TH AVENUE BARCLAY ESTATES TOWNHOUSE • 2 bed, 2 bath townhouse • Updated with new windows • No rentals, 1 pet under 20lbs allowed with strata approval
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3219 6th Avenue
• Priced well below assessment for quick sale • 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths. 2 separate suites, fenced yard • Garage and alley access • Income of over 2000 per mo.
3997 Maitland Street
• Immaculate 4 bedroom 2 bath family home • Great neighbourhood • RV parking
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2401 8th Avenue
• 3+1 bdrms, totally updated home • Detached double garage • Quiet neighbourhood • Walking to school/daycare/parks
4556 Maitland Street
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• Breathtaking 5.24 acres • 2 cabins with metal roofs • Your very own parcel of the Deer Group of Islands across from Bamfield
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