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Private care facility targets growing retirement sector BY TAMARA CUNNINGHAM THE NEWS BULLETIN
Charlene Nelson stopped by the building Tuesday where her nephew, Dominik Ambrose David Billy, 7, died in a fire in his family’s second-storey apartment. Nanaimo Fire Rescue and B.C. Coroners Service are still investigating the cause of the fire. CHRIS BUSH/THE NEWS BULLETIN
Family remembers ‘outgoing’ boy I INVESTIGATION INTO cause of fatal Albert Street fire continues. BY CHRIS BUSH THE NEWS BULLETIN
While investigators sift through the debris of a fire that killed a young boy on the weekend, his family is preparing to put him to rest and rebuild their lives. Dominik Ambrose David Billy, 7, of Nanaimo died in B.C. Children’s Hospital Sunday morning despite attempts by police, firefighters and paramedics to save his life after fire swept through the second-storey apartment where the family of eight lived above a thrift store in a nearly
100-year-old wooden building at 361 Albert St. Investigators from Nanaimo Fire Rescue and the B.C. Coroners Office were back on site Tuesday probing what sparked the fire. Shirley Antoine described her nephew as an outgoing, articulate boy who really loved professional wrestling. “John Cena was his favourite wrestler, so I’ve been out asking everybody if they can find a John Cena shirt for him,” Antoine said. The night before the fire Antoine recalled Billy wrestling with his cousin at a family get together for his grandfather’s birthday, tossing each other down and bouncing off a bed like it was a wrestling ring “They were having fun and all of us were just around them letting them
do whatever,” Antoine said. Billy attended Georgia Avenue Community School. Some of his artwork was brought to his family Monday, including a picture on which he’d written, ‘My peace is spending time at home with Mom and Dad.’ “He was special,” Antoine said. “He wanted to be a wrestler. We called him our Dominator. I said, ‘I’m going to call you the Dominator when you become a wrestler, Dom.’” People left teddy bears, small toys and votive candles at a vigil on Albert Street Monday night. Billy’s parents and five siblings grapple with his death and the loss of their home and belongings. One of Billy’s sisters asked Antoine if they could have a Christmas tree. See ‘DONATIONS’ /10
A new, private dementia care facility could break ground in north Nanaimo next year. Avenir Retirement, a company with memory care centres in the United States, plans to build an 83-bed, private-pay facility near Long Lake and Nanaimo North Town Centre for people with different stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Rooms are expected to cost residents between $4,500 to $5,900 a month at the new Nanaimo Memory Care, a four-storey facility with round-theclock care and different ‘neighbourhoods’ of people with similar cognitive abilities and stages of disease. According to Jason We need a Craik, a partner with Avenir, the model is balance of already used in Arizona where the comfunded and pany has multiple private-pay facilities, but this is first time they facilities that the will bring it to CanOther locations specialize in ada. in the country have also been earmarked dementia. as the company plans an expansion in the United States and north of the border with dementia becoming more of an issue for North Americans. “Certainly we need a balance of funded and private-pay facilities that specialize in dementia,” Craik said. “It’s becoming an epidemic here throughout North America so we are excited to bring our model to Nanaimo and believe it’s going to serve a great purpose in helping change families’ lives with their loved ones.” Craik said Nanaimo is a destination location for retirees and seniors, with a large senior population.
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harles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol has long been associated with the holiday season, something John Garenkooper takes full advantage of as he volunteers for the Christmas Kettle campaign. Garenkooper has been associated with the Nanaimo Salvation Army’s Christmas fundraiser for 10 years, but rather than merely standing and ringing a bell, hoping to elicit loonies or dollar bills for his kettle, he dresses up in full Dickensian getup, adding to the experience. Garenkooper was in musical theatre, collecting costumes along the way, and drew inspiration from that. The theme of Dickens’ classic is giving to the less fortunate after all, he said. “I thought I would dress up in that era costume at the Salvation Army kettle,” Garenkooper said. “It would make people think and stop. So I started doing that and from that
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John Garenkooper, Nanaimo Salvation Army kettle campaign volunteer, will be dressing up as a Dickensian Christmas character and ringing his bell again in 2014. Volunteers for the annual fundraising campaign are once again in short supply.
time on, I’ve worked very closely with Salvation Army management ... I try to catch the busiest of times and busiest of stores as well.” Garenkooper not only
looks the part, he also goes into character, like a man in the time of Ebenezer Scrooge. Some appreciate the effort he puts in and at times it has led to $5, $10 or even $20 dona-
tions. Sometimes he even pretends to be a mannequin, only to surprise some unwitting child who happens to be taking a closer look. “It’s very satisfying. It’s almost like celebrating the event and when I’m finished, it takes me a little while to unwind because I really catch it. I’m really into the character and people communicate that way,” said Garenkooper. While people like Garenkooper are donating their time to the campaign, there is also a massive shortage of volunteers, according to Dawne Anderson, Nanaimo Salvation Army fundraising and promotions coordinator. The campaign goes until Christmas Eve. “The shifts are only two-and-a-half to three hours long,” Anderson said. “They are Monday through Saturday, in 27 locations from Ladysmith to North Nanaimo, inside and outside locations. All the money we raise in Nanaimo stays in Nanaimo.” For more information, please call the Nanaimo Salvation Army at 250-7401004, Anderson at 250-7166595 or visit www.salvationarmynanaimo.com. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com
Cold weather pushes shelter use to capacity By Chris Bush The News bulleTiN
Cold weather shelters are packed to capacity and numbers of people seeking shelter are up over previous years. The Salvation Army’s New Hope Centre at 19 Nicol St. has 24 beds and takes overflow from other shelters, such as the First Unitarian Fellowship of Nanaimo Extreme Weather Shelter when it gets full. “We have six additional mats that we can put down and we are seeing one or two people come in at night for the overflow as well,” said Jenna Brett, Salvation Army shelter manager. Kevan Griffith, coordi-
nator for the First Unitarian shelter, located on the corner of Millstone Avenue and Townsite Road, said its beds have been filled since the cold weather started. The shelter takes a maximum of 25 people and, like the Salvation Army, offers laundry facilities and hot meals. “Last year in November we were running an average of about 16 [beds full] and this year we’re running an average of about 19,” Griffith said. Higher numbers could be because it’s easier for people to find them. This year the extreme cold weather shelter received some operating money from the Regional District of
Nanaimo, which now puts up posters and distributes brochures listing locations and services for emergency shelters, food banks and soup kitchens. Violet Hayes, Island Crisis Care Society executive director, which operates Samaritan House emergency shelter for women, said the 12-bed shelter has been at capacity for months. “So that we’re not turning women out into the streets, we send them over to [extreme weather shelter], but some aren’t willing to go there because there are men there as well, so then we just put mats down in the dining room so that they have a safe place,”
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Nanaimo’s mayor invited councillors to join an effort to set a new course and achieve new goals, after he pledged action on the Colliery dams, the city’s permit process and a programs and services review. Former city councillor Bill McKay became Nanaimo’s 25th mayor during the inaugural meeting and swearing-in ceremony at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre Monday. McKay and eight newly elected council members were led by bagpipe into a ballroom with more than 200 people who watched as councillors were sworn in, the mayor made his inaugural speech and outgoing politicians were given gifts. City representatives were also announced for the Regional District of Nanaimo and Vancouver Island Regional Library boards. Outgoing mayor John Ruttan handed McKay the chain of office during the event and thanked the people of Nanaimo and the councillors he served with, calling his time as mayor a great honour and privilege. In his inaugural speech, McKay said he would be asking his new council to adopt his campaign agenda and that they’ve already signaled a readiness to get started on several initiatives. “To begin with, we will resolve the issues surrounding the Colliery dams quickly and conclusively,” he said to applause. “We’ll find answers to questions surrounding the Vancouver Island Conference Centre; we will establish terms of reference for a program and services review; we will streamline and speed up the permitting and development process, review the need and effectiveness of the city’s committees … and ensure we create a sustainable plan for the delivery of city services.” McKay said citizens will guide and drive decision making over the next four years. Coun. Diane Brennan said she’s looking forward to getting to work, but has not agreed to McKay’s promised action. While she said she’s eager to see what the mayor is proposing, nothing has been laid out to her and discussions have to be held in public. First-time Coun. Ian Thorpe also said there hasn’t been discussion about what exactly the mayor has in mind, but that any way the business of the city can be done more efficiently is worth considering. In a post-event interview, McKay said in order to move onto new initiatives, council will have to deal with things that have been left dangling. “We’ve got work to do,” he said. McKay and councillors Jim Kipp, Bill Bestwick, Wendy Pratt, Bill Yoachim, Ian Thorpe and Jerry Hong will sit on the regional board, with Gord Fuller and Brennan acting as rotating alternates. Brennan will get the primary seat on the library board with Pratt acting as her alternate. news@nanaimobulletin.com
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Trustees ask for plan to enhance music programs By Karl yu the News BulletiN
The Nanaimo school board has requested staff develop an enhanced program for music in elementary schools. Trustees approved the busi-
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program and dealing with the increase in noise generated. “So that may require some new build, it may require some renovations and some sort of alteration of the schools and some of the rooms. So we’ve given [staff] five years in which to bring that up to speed,” said Brennan. While work will be dependent on funding, Brennan said there is money in the school district’s capital fund to accommodate
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Diverse leaders benefit Nanaimo We consider Nanaimo a tolerant, accepting community, so when we discovered that Bill Yoachim is likely the first person of aboriginal descent to be elected to city council, we were surprised, to say the least. We were also surprised that less than a generation ago, aboriginal people were not welcome on Commercial Street or on the main decks of the ferry from downtown Nanaimo to Vancouver. It makes Yoachim’s win in last month’s municipal election, as well as that of Natasha Bob for Nanaimo school trustee, all the more historic. Nanaimo’s relationship with its indigenous population has been a rocky one at best. Snuneymuxw No. 1 Reserve is located within Nanaimo’s municipal boundaries, but the two governments might as well be on different islands. Snuneymuxw continually complains that Nanaimo fails to consult with the First Nation on issues that affect them, from the closure of schools in Cedar to the removal of the Colliery dams. Increasingly, First Nations across Canada have turned to the courts to have their voices heard. In the last decade, that relationship has started to change. Municipal water was finally connected to the downtown reserve in 2012. The reconciliation agreement signed between Snuneymuxw and the provincial government in 2013 granted the First Nation 877 hectares of land on Mount Benson, $50,000 to kickstart economic development and a two-year extension to manage Newcastle Island – all of which hold partnership potential for the City of Nanaimo and the Regional District of Nanaimo. Aboriginal people in Canada still face discrimination daily. But hopefully, with advocates like Yoachim and Bob at the table, First Nations’ issues will be addressed early in the discussions, rather than during the litigation process. The coming years are an opportunity for new kinds of leadership to emerge, to help create unity from our diversity. 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, PO Box 1356, Ladysmith,V9G 1A9. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.
Nisga’a Nation proving its critics wrong It has been 15 years since I documents were signed so the wrote a commentary objecting Nisga’a legislature can do the to the B.C. government same this week. pushing aside its own hardIn recent years, the Nisga’a won treaty process to reach an disposed of concern about unprecedented land-and-cash collective land restrictions by settlement with the Nisga’a adopting a private property Nation for their ancient Nass system. And Supreme Court River territory. of Canada decisions have My objection, and that repeatedly answered protests of many others, was the about the establishment of a imposition of a parallel state parallel state – that’s what it is, with collectively so get used to it. owned land enshrined The Nisga’a have B.C. for all time. This moved to assemble VIEWS was an ailing NDP four fee-simple Tom Fletcher government rushing tidewater sites for Black Press to enable a property LNG terminals, joining ownership system the Haisla Nation at that has demonstrated Kitimat in reaching little but failure and aggressively for a suffering around the modern economy world. through gas export. The Nisga’a are The Nisga’a have proving me wrong, partnered with and this was again TransCanada Corp. on demonstrated at a little-noticed a 900-km pipeline to supply the ceremony at the B.C. legislature $11-billion LNG project led by last week. Petronas for the Prince Rupert The B.C. government had just port. And they don’t intend to passed amendments to allow stop there. a gas pipeline through Nisga’a “We want to be part of Memorial Lava Bed Park, the the Canadian business first co-managed provincial establishment,” said former park in B.C. history. Another Nisga’a Nation president Joe bill enabled the Nisga’a Lisims Gosnell. government to impose industrial The signing ceremony was property tax on liquefied briefly disrupted by one of a natural gas production. Legal small group of Vancouver-based
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Nisga’a who have been using modern protest tactics against this decision. We weren’t consulted, it’s a desecration of victims of a volcanic eruption, it’s a threat to eelgrass beds, and so forth, say well-rehearsed young men with video cameras running. Nisga’a President Mitchell Stevens has patiently and repeatedly explained that Nisga’a legislature rules were relaxed to allow every hereditary chief to speak to elected leaders on this pivotal move. After that it received the required two-thirds majority support. Gosnell, the revered chief negotiator who carried the treaty over the goal line in 2000, moved slowly with the help of an ornately carved cane to speak at a reception. He seemed genuinely surprised that he has lived long enough to see the fruits of generations of labour. “You’ve got to have big dreams,” Gosnell said. “Maybe all those dreams won’t come true, but at least you have the ability to dream big. And boy, are we ever dreaming big.” u Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Re: Airport targets federal money for expansion, Nov. 27. Some background that taxpayers should be aware of before being asked to join Nanaimo Airport Commission president and CEO Mike Hooper in his joy at the prospect of the Nanaimo Regional Airport, once more, having a letter of support from the local government in an application for public infrastructure funding. The Area A official community plan of 1998 explicitly identified the airport as being situated on land not zoned for airport use. While previously received federal and provincial moneys (in excess of $20 million dollars) have been used to expand the airport, there have been no zoning changes to the property that might allow for those physical expansions to the airport’s infrastructure. Thus, despite how much certain entities might wish to see the Nanaimo Regional Airport expanded into a bigger and more capable facility, shouldn’t taxpayers be able to insist that all of the several levels of government involved impose a due respect for statutory prerequisites? Lest the law be drawn into disrepute by the perceived arbitrariness attached to this particular, local enterprise?
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Cyclists need co-operation, not just painted bike lanes Re: Life in the bike lane, Nov. 27. I was one of the cyclists who participated with the City of Nanaimo in the opening ceremony of a bike lane on Bruce Avenue. As part of a worldwide pattern, Nanaimo is encouraging its citizens to leave their cars at home more often. Part of the strategy is to encourage people who are risk averse to walk or cycle by building better infrastructure. It has been shown in other cities that as the numbers of cyclists on the road increases motorists become more cautious and aware. Everybody
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a market for four or five facilities. The Alzheimer Society did not have statistics for Nanaimo but reported 747,000 Canadians currently live with the disease and that number will nearly double to 1.4 million in less than two decades. The new privatepay facility has a development permit and expects to begin construction at the end of March. It anticipates 50 to 60 new full-time jobs will be created.
“The kids are having a really hard time adjusting,” said Charlene Nelson, one of Billy’s aunts who stopped by the scene Tuesday. “They keep asking where their brother is. We keep letting them know he’s not coming home. He didn’t wake up and he’s gone. They’re going to put him in a better place now.” The family received temporary shelter through the city’s Community Assistance Program but now needs a new home, clothing, furniture and other necessities. Nanaimo Native Victory Chapel at 471 Irwin St. is accepting donations on the fam-
ily’s behalf. “We’ve made the church available to the family to use as a clearing house – just as much as we can help them,” said Per Knudsen, Nanaimo Native Victory Chapel pastor. Financial donations can also be made to the family by visiting the Go Fund Me website at www.gofundme.com/ i1qd7k. Billy’s funeral will be held at the longhouse kitchen, located on Longhouse Road, Snuneymuxw No. 4 Reserve in Cedar Thursday (Dec. 4) at 11 a.m. The ceremony is open to everyone who wishes to attend. photos@nanaimobulletin.com
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Tips needed on robbery attempt A woman sustained minor injuries when a man tried to rob her as she walked home from a shopping errand Saturday. The 38-year-old woman was walking along a wooded path from the Windward Beer and Wine Store at 1588 Boundary Ave. to Seafield Crescent at about 8:45 p.m. when a man came up behind her, grabbed her pony tail and demanded she give him all her money. He then forced her to the ground, hit her on the head with a stick and kicked her several times. The suspect fled without managing to steal any of the woman’s belongings and was last seen running toward Seafield Crescent. Police searched the area and reviewed security camera footage from the beer and wine store, but weren’t able to find the suspect. The victim did not see her attacker’s face, but described him as about sixfeet tall and wearing a black or darkblue, puffy-style three-quarter length jacket and a dark hat with a white or yellow design on the back. She said he also had a very deep, masculine voice. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Nanaimo RCMP at 250-754-2345 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www. nanaimocrimestoppers.com.
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Municipality supports cell tower proposal A proposed cellphone tower aims to improve coverage in Nanaimo’s Brannen Lake area. Nanaimo city council opted last month to provide a letter of agreement to Industry Canada for a 40-metre tower as part of an approval process. Rogers Communications Inc. is looking to build a cellphone tower
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Jason Parsons and Ash Buchholz were stocking beer at a golf course when they started chatting about music and made an instant connection. “We artistically hit it off right away because he respected my ambitions for trying to do something in entertainment and more specifically music,” Parsons told the News Bulletin. Buchholz and Parsons both came from musical backgrounds and had known about each other long before their first encounter back in the early 2000s. It wasn’t long after their initial meeting that the two Toronto-area residents teamed up and formed the alternative-electronicrock duo, Ubiquitous Synergy
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it is performing in, USS takes the same approach to its live shows each night. “We have a good idea of what works and we have just seen how things have played out for us live,” he said. Over the years, USS has been involved with the Kids Help Phone organization. Starting in early 2015, the duo will launch a new T-shirt, with a portion of the sales going towards to the organization. “I can’t imagine if you’re 15 and your home life is destroyed and you don’t know who to talk to,” Parsons said. “A lot of those kids, they look to music for the hope that they can’t get out of their family life and Kids Help Phone is where they turn in a time of need.” USS perform at the Port Theatre on Monday (Dec. 8).
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Their roots may be firmly planted on Gabriola Island, but New Society Publishers’ seeds were sowed on the streets of Philadelphia. On Saturday (Dec. 6) co-owners Chris and Judith Plant will tell the story of New Society Publishers in a presentation called Gathering the Threads of Social Change at the Phoenix Auditorium at the Haven on Gabriola Island. “I promise anybody who comes out a really good story,” Judith Plant said. New Society Publishers was originally formed back in 1971 as a Quaker-based organization called the Movement for New Society. “These folks organized to do the first non-violent civil disobedience training … in North America,” explained Plant. “They were standing up against the Vietnam War and they needed to know how
to do this in a safe and effective way. These were heavy times.” By the late 1970s, the movement, which had begun to organize non-violent opposition against other issues such as nuclear weapons programs, developed a mandate to publish books. The Movement for New Society had also began expanding around Philadelphia and the United States. “They first started creating pamphlets,” Plant said. “They would disperse them, like thousands at a time, to the people who needed the tools to do the work.” In 1990, a publishing organization called Catalyst Education Society was formed and operated on Gabriola Island with a similar mandate and concept as the Movement for New Society. In 1996, the Movement for New Society folded after decades
of successful community outreach. It was at this time that The Catalyst Education Society decided to acquire The Movement for New Society and their list of books and form The New Society Publishers. “The Philadelphia organization decided to lay their organization down. They had done almost 20 years of service to activist community and they were done, but we weren’t. We were just getting going,” Plant said. Since becoming New Society Publishers in the mid-1990s, the company, which had always preached the importance of environmental awareness, has become one of the leaders in environmental and social responsibly. In 2001, they decided to branch out from the pack and use acidfree paper for all of its upcoming book titles. “We were the first,” she said. “We had to do it. We had to walk our talk or we were going to get caught.” In 2005, the New Society Publishers were considered the first North American publisher to go car-
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For dancer Chelsea Preston, this Christmas will be a little different than usual. “This will be the first time in, I think about eight years, that I will be home for the whole month of December,” Preston told the News Bulletin. Preston, a former resident of Qualicum Beach, has returned home this month to prepare for her upcoming role as a dancer in the Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular, which will kick off this weekend in Nanaimo at Cedar Community Hall. “I am super thankful to have the opportunity to perform so close to home. That’s really special to me,” she said. This year’s production has 14 professional musicians and dancers and will feature songs by popular artists such as the Bee Gees and Elton John. “I’ve never actually done a Christmas-themed show before. It’s a lot of fun and it is the best way to get into the Christmas spirit,” Preston said. Preston began dancing at the age of three and is a former Parksville Ballet School student. As a teenager, Preston moved to the Lower Mainland to attend the Richmond Academy of Dance. She said the decision to move was a critical step for her career. “This is what I needed to do to become a better dancer and performer,” Preston said. “It
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just seemed so clear to me.” After graduating from MacEwan University for Theatre Arts, where she focused more on singing and acting, Preston spent two years living in London, England, and appeared in the Off West End production of One Touch of Venus. Although Preston moved to the U.K. for personal reasons, living in one of the world’s biggest cities helped her grow as a dancer. “It is a lot more competitive, which is really awesome because it pushes you in ways that a smaller pond doesn’t,” Preston said. “It was a good learning tool to be in such a
big pond and sort of struggling. I learned a lot of things about myself and about this job.” As as a dancer, singer and actor, Preston’s credits include Hairspray, Letters and Words, The Wedding Singer, Chicago, A Connecticut Yankee, Little Me and Grand Hotel. In 2011, Preston choreographed The Hoof and Mouth Advantage. The production earned a Sterling Award nomination for Outstanding Choreography in 2012. Preston explained that one of the more difficult things about being a dancer is learning the steps to each performance. “That’s a huge process,” she said. “The whole learning process is about muscle memory, but then you also have to go over it mentality. Sometimes you can rely on just your muscle memory, but a lot of times you have to go over everything in your head.” Costumes also play a huge role, as they can make things easier or tougher for a dancer. “I’ve had ridiculous hats,” she said. “In Spamalot, I had a hat that was a foot tall and it throws off your whole centre of gravity.” The Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular runs from Dec. 5 to Dec. 7 and from Dec. 12 to Dec. 14 at Cedar Community Hall, 2388 Cedar Rd. The show will then run from Dec. 19 until Dec. 21 at the Port Theatre. For a detailed list of show times, ticket prices and to purchase tickets, please visit bit.ly/11UQMdh. For more information on Preston, please visit www. girlinthehoundstoothcoat. blogspot.ca. arts@nanaimobulletin.com
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ISLAND BEL CANTO singers will perform two shows this weekend.
For nearly two decades the Island Bel Canto Singers have been committed to supporting young singers in Nanaimo region. “That’s what we have made a tradition of doing ever since we started this choir,” said Island Bel Canto’s communication director Laurene Coleman. “It’s about giving an opportunity for upcoming young musicians in Nanaimo to perform in a supportive environment.”
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Christmas signals changing tides for Tidesmen There will be plenty of Christmas spirit in Nanaimo’s north end tomorrow night. On Friday (Dec. 5), the Tidesmen will be holding their Christmas Harmony concert at the Nanaimo Ecumenical Centre. The concert will feature guest performances from the Nanaimo Youth Choir, Joëlle Rabu and the Heart of the Island Sweet Adelines. “It’s going to be a packed, but really fun two-hour show,” said Tidesmen vice-president, Jim Cameron. “There is going to be a singalong with the audience.” The Tidesmen are also expecting a special guest to appear at the concert. “There will be a special guest from the North Pole,” Cameron said. In previous years the Tidesmen have held a concert each November. However, this
That tradition will carry on this weekend when the choir holds its Christmas concert, Wintersong: Melodies of Christmas Then and Now at Brechin United Church on Saturday (Dec. 6) and Sunday at the Nanaimo Ecumenical Centre on Spartan Road. Both concerts will feature young harpists Hayley Farenholtz, Kaleigh Stroink and Ava Barakso. “We had one rehearsal with them and they basically just nailed it the first time we played with them,” Coleman said. For more information on the concerts, please visit bit.ly/1vjKAHO. arts@nanaimobulletin.com
year they decided to move their November concert to a later date and focus the Christmas concert. “This year we’ve expanded our Christmas show substantially,” Cameron said. “What we’ve done is shifted our normal November show at the Port Theatre to the Spring. It’s going to be in May next year. What that has done is allow us to have more time to really improve and finesse our Christmas show.” The Tidesmen and their guest acts perform Friday at 7 p.m. at the Nanaimo Ecumenical Centre, 6234 Spartan Rd. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the door. They can also purchased at Arbutus Music, 6324 Metral Dr. and at the Quilted Duck, 5299 Rutherford Rd. For more information, including online ticket purchases, please visit www.tidesmen.com.
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There will be a Public Hearing on Thursday, December 11 2014, starting at 7:00 pm in the Shaw Auditorium, Vancouver Island Conference Centre, 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, BC, to consider proposed amendments to the City of Nanaimo “ZONING BYLAW 2011 NO. 4500.” All persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws will be given the opportunity to be heard in person, by a representative, or by written submission, on the matters contained within Bylaws No. 4500.071 and 4500.072 at the Public Hearing.
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To permit the use of land for a small lot residential subdivision. 2992 104th Street, as shown on Map A Rezoning Application – RA000338
This bylaw, if adopted, will rezone the subject property from Single Dwelling Residential (R1) and Community Service One (CS1) to Single Dwelling Residential-Small Lot (R2) in order to facilitate a subdivision of the land into seven small residential lots.. The subject property is legally described as LOT A, SECTION 3 AND 5, WELLINGTON DISTRICT, PLAN VIP64342 and is shown on Map A.
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This bylaw, if adopted, will rezone the subject properties from Light Industrial (I2) to Industrial (I4) and will permit a site specific use of ‘Medical Marihuana Growing and Production’ in order to expand the existing facility located at 1100 Maughan Road. The subject properties are legally described as LOTS 6 AND 7, SECTION 2, RANGE 8, NANAIMO DISTRICT, PLAN VIP63717; and LOT A, SECTION 2, RANGE 8, NANAIMO DISTRICT, PLAN VIP77420 and are shown on Map B.
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IN PERSON: A copy of the above-noted bylaws and related documents may be inspected from November 28th 2014 to December 11th 2014, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday (excluding statutory holidays), at the City of Nanaimo, Community Development Department, Service and Resource Centre, located at 411 Dunsmuir Street. WEBSITE: Review these rezoning applications on the City’s webpage: What’s Building In My Neighbourhood? ~ www.nanaimo.ca/whatsbuilding or scan the QR codes above using a mobile device to go directly to the online information.
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The Christmas season is all about giving and the Malaspina Choir is doing its part. On Sunday (Dec. 7) the Malaspina Choir will be holding its singalong Messiah concert at St. Andrew’s United Church at 2:30 p.m. Joining the Malaspina Choir will be the Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra and guest performers Andrea Sicotte-Rodall, Erin Ronningen, David Brown and Steve Price. Proceeds from Sunday’s concert will be donated to the Nanaimo Child Development Centre. “It’s nice to know that it [the proceeds] is going towards people who need it,” said soprano Sicotte-Rodall.
Messiah, which is an oratorio, was originally composed in under a month by George Frideric Handel in 1741. The concert piece was inspired by the works of Charles Jennens, who combined the Old and New Testament scriptures in an effort to convey the story of Jesus Christ. According to the Smithsonian Institution, Messiah was first performed at Musick Hall in Ireland in 1742. Tickets to the Malaspina Choir’s performance on Sunday (Dec. 7) at St. Andrew’s United Church, 311 Fitzwilliam St. are $20 for adults and $10 for students. For tickets and more information visit www.malaspinachoir.com. arts@nanaimobulletin.com
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Fundraiser intended to help women in Zimbabwe A Nanaimo entrepreneur is looking to make womanhood easier for those living in Africa with a new sanitary product. News Bulletin sales representative Erin Burden is using FundRazr to collect money she’ll use to distribute her new menstrual cup product – Lunacup – to women and girls living in Zimbabwe. The new product could also be stocked in Nanaimo stores if Burden gets Health Canada approval. Burden, who will travel to Africa this January, hopes to make things easier for girls and women who don’t have access to proper sanitary products. Fundraised dollars will cover the cost of the cups, which will be supplied to the Sandra Jones Centre in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The reusable Lunacup, an alternative to pads and tampons, collects menstrual flow and can last at least five years. For more information or to donate, please visit http:// goo.gl/exWXFa.
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Thursday, December 4, 2014
Beefs & bouquets BOUQUET To Evelyn, our wonderful neighbour, for the donation of the computer monitor, kindergarten keyboard and speakers. Thank you from our students. BEEF To all you brainwashed and lowinformation climate change fear mongers: CO2 is not a greenhouse gas as you have been led to believe. It is natural, nonpoisonous and plants require it.
BEEF To a moving and storage company for not returning all of my belongings.
BEEF to the guy at the gym who goes around in bare feet. Since you feel so at home, why not just leave a toothbrush by the water fountain, too.
BOUQUET To Madame Nadia at Pauline Haarer Elementary School for helping her Grade 5 class review and debate mayoral candidates for the recent municipal election. Such great learning for these kids and she made it fun.
BOUQUET To the Remembrance Day section in the News Bulletin. The paper always does an excellent job remembering those who serve and sacrifice for us.
BEEF To all the gas station owners in Nanaimo who put prices higher than they should be and our government who warns them if they come to check.
BOUQUET To the voters at the recent civic election at Oliver Woods. Large numbers, polite, friendly and patient. Great for democracy. BEEF To humankind. Can’t we make anything that works anymore? It seems as if every other week there’s a recall of something that was meant to help us but turns out to be dangerous or even deadly. BOUQUET To responsible, rational dog owners who get that dog behaviour can be unpredictable and so they keep their dogs on leash in all our city parks. Another bouquet to those who use a halty or muzzle on their aggressive dogs. BEEF There are people who were born in this country and have lived here all their lives who don’t know In Flanders Fields or its significance. Is it no longer part of our heritage?
BEEF To the Canadian government that was one of three countries, along with the U.S. and Ukraine, to vote against a U.N. resolution against the “glorification of Nazism.” My grandfather fought in the Second World War and must be rolling in his grave.
BOUQUET To Tim Hortons for their Timbits soccer program. The youngsters must love their team shirts, too. BEEF To people on electric scooters with no red flags. Traffic needs to know where you are. BOUQUET To the employee who cleaned up a real mess of V8 juice (my wife dropped it) at the Great Canadian Superstore. She was quick and cheerful, and gave us another bottle for free.
BEEF To most Americans, their Thanksgiving is sacred and most businesses are closed for the day. Yet on Nov. 11, not only are most businesses open, it’s a reason for a big sale. BOUQUET To Barry and Carol Anderson for making a father and daughter’s experience at the Motley Crue concert memorable beyond description.
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Beefs & Bouquets is a free forum to give thanks or express views on issues and events. The News Bulletin reserves the right to edit or refuse submissions. Length is limited to 40 words and two submissions per person per week. A winner will be selected at random to receive a floral bouquet from Turley’s Florist and Potting Shed. Mail or deliver to the News Bulletin, 777B Poplar St., Nanaimo, V9S 2H7 or e-mail to bulletinboard@nanaimobulletin.com. Fax to 250-753-0788.
BOUQUET To everyone who came to my 55th birthday party and being very generous with your gifts. Thank you to Milano’s Ristorante for having such wonderful food and wonderful service.
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BOUQUET To the Good Samaritan and wonderful staff at Costco who helped my father after he fell in the parking lot on a cold, rainy night.
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BEEF To cyclists and pedestrians dressed in black, especially when it is raining they are almost impossible to see. I stopped my car twice to warn that with no lamp or reflector drivers can’t see them and both gave me abuse.
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BOUQUET To the kind person who bought my lunch at Pizza Hut. Your kindness has not gone unrecognized.
BOUQUET To play-by-play man Dan Marshall and colour commentator Daryl Major, who do a great job broadcasting Nanaimo Clippers hockey games on 106.9 The Wolf.
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BEEF To the fire department concerning my worries about candles being placed outside on a property. If that caused a fire in your area, you would say differently.
BOUQUET To the Ladies Auxiliary Legion No. 257. They have generously contributed money to help provide nutritious snacks for the students of Park Avenue Elementary School. We send many thanks your way.
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BOUQUET To all the guys who helped push a stalled vehicle from the Bowen Road and Island Highway intersection. It was nice to see so many guys help – great small city attitude.
BOUQUET To Jayson at Urban Style Salon in Harewood for always a great haircut and style. He’s truly a credit to his profession.
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BOUQUET Thank you for leaving News Bulletin editions in the Living Forest Campground. I read the newspaper cover to cover, like to go through the sales flyers and do your puzzles.
BOUQUET To Darren, Clay, Brian, Shane and all the players involved for helping to save the life of teammate Kelly. Their quick action of CPR and the use of the defibrillator turned a tragic event into a miracle.
BEEF To the City of Nanaimo for plowing road snow onto the sidewalk and then expecting homeowners to make it disappear. If you fail in this magic trick you can be fined.
BOUQUET To Phyllis Birch who had a huge heart and sat with an injured deer at the side of the road and kept him warm and calm until the veterinarian at Woodgrove Animal hospital treated him for broken ribs and made arrangements for his shelter.
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Born in Hamilton on Dec. 5, 1960 and grew up in Hamilton. It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Ralph in Hamilton on June 3, 2014. Son of Brigitte Cisewski, brother to Roland and Harry Cisewski (Katherine) and uncle to Stephanie Cisewski. He was pre-deceased by his father Walter in 2009. Ralph worked in Hamilton at Stelco and later at U.S. Steel for over 30 years. We miss you and God bless. So long my son. Your last words were always “I love you Mom� and I thank you for that. I love you too.
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Palladini
Joseph Salvatore
With great sadness, the family of Joseph Salvatore Palladini announces his passing at the Palliative Care Unit of the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital on November 29, 2014. Born in Montreal on May 25, 1960, he was the beloved son of Joseph and Mary Palladini of Ottawa and the devoted husband of 24 years to Mersedeh Palladini. Joey and Mersedeh moved to Nanaimo in 2004, where he lived his dream and passion as owner/operator of Able Body Consulting. Over the years, he formed and valued many close friendships with his clients. In addition to his parents and wife, Joey will be greatly missed by son Bobby of Nanaimo; daughters Nina and Casandra of Ontario; brothers Sam (Claudia) and Chris (Diane) of Montreal; sister Marie (Terry) of Ottawa; parents-in-law Moe and Asraf Mahloudjian; brother-in-law, Mahrdad of Germany; Dr. Hoshmand and family of Hawkesbury Ontario, as well as numerous uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces and cousins. The Palladini family is extremely grateful for the loving care given to Joey by the staff of the Palliative Care Unit team, Father Jozef Kobos, neighbours Larry and Jean, special friends Coleen, Jane, Angela and Terry. A Celebration of Life will be held at Trinity Catholic Church, 6234 Spartan Road, Nanaimo on Saturday, December 6, 2014 at 11:00 AM with Father Jozef Kobos officiating. Burial will be in Montreal, Quebec following service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital Palliative Care Unit or Trinity Catholic Church would be greatly appreciated by the family. Sands ~ Nanaimo (250)753-2032
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We have a full time opening for a Terminal Clerk who will help in coordinating the day to day operations of our Nanaimo Terminal. This will include making sure that all inbound and outbound freight is handled in an efficient manner. You will work with the P&D drivers in the Nanaimo service area to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and on time deliveries. The successful applicant will have an understanding of the transportation industry, able to handle customer service issues and make sure that all billing and imaging is completed on a daily basis. You must be able to work in a fast paced environment, capable of working independently, well organized, a team player and have good computer skills (including Excel). This is a full time position, 11:00 am-7:30 pm, Mon-Fri. You must be flexible and able to work overtime before your shift. To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com Or FAX 604-587-9889 “Van-Kam is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Environmental Responsibility.�
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Moe is loved and missed by his wife Monique of Nanaimo, daughters Michelle of Victoria and Marcia (Jean-Sebastien) and granddaughter Genevieve, all of Ottawa, his mother Claire of Strathmore, sister Suzanne of Calgary, brother Arthur (Cindy) of Strathmore, and his many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his father Henri, brothers Herb, Louis, and Jacques, and brotherin-law John. Moe grew up in Wakaw, SK. He loved riding his Harley, hunting down the best cinnamon buns on the Island, and going on adventures with Monique and his dog Ollie at his side. He was always helping others, and perhaps no better demonstration of his generous nature can be found than the fact that, just so he would have enough room for his granddaughter, he drove a minivan. A minivan. He was a true original, and we miss his warmth and sense of humour already. Celebration of Life to be held at Sands Funeral Chapel, 1 Newcastle Ave, Nanaimo on Saturday, December 6, 2014 at 6:30pm to 9:00pm. Flowers gratefully declined. If so desired, donations can be made to the Salvation Army or the BC SPCA. Sands ~ Nanaimo (250)753-2032
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Mary Elizabeth LESSARD,
(nee Nunns) June 19, 1932 ~ November 25, 2014 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Lessard: loving wife, mother, grandmother, great granny, sister, and aunt. Mary passed away peacefully in her sleep at Nanaimo Regional Hospital. After growing up in Cumberland, Mary followed a career of teaching young children, mostly in Port Alberni. Mary retired to Nanaimo to follow her passions of: gardening, travel, gardening, bridge, gardening, the ocean view, more gardening, and most importantly, her family. Mary is missed deeply by Wilf, her husband of 61 years; brother Barney Nunns; sister Dorothy Noble; daughter Debby Thomson (John); son Andy Lessard (Arlene); grandchildren Ray, Laurie, Kimberly and David; and six great grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held in Nanaimo on December 6. Flowers are graciously declined. Memorial donations may be made to the Nanaimo Hospital Foundation.
Mildred Sarah Maria (Ratchford) Tremblay
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Mildred Tremblay, from “Reading Obituaries� On Wednesday October 29, Mildred, known as Sarah later in her life, left us gently, full of light and grace, with loving daughters at her side. She was predeceased by her loving husband Ross in 2010 and is deeply grieved by her 6 daughters Suzanne, Leila, Anita, Lorraine, Joan and Mia, her 10 grandchildren and 3 greatgrandchildren, and many dear friends from both her writing and meditation groups. Her daughters were her pride and joy and the centre of her life. Mildred Sarah Maria Ratchford was born in Kenora, Ontario. A childhood friend said the following about her: “Millie was easily the most beautiful girl in Kenora but it was her humour and lightheartedness that charmed everyone.� She met and married Rosaire Tremblay in 1947. The couple lived in Victoria, Edmonton, Montreal & Toronto before moving to Campbell River in 1960, then to Nanaimo in 1970. Sarah was a strong supporter of women’s rights, an active environmentalist and a very talented poet & writer with 3 books published by Oolichan Books: her collection of short stories “Dark Forms Gliding�, and 2 books of poetry: “Old Woman Comes Out of Her Cave� and “The Thing About Dying�. She was the recipient of many awards including the Vancouver International Writers’ Festival Award for poetry, the League of Canadian Poets Award, The Arc National Poetry Award and the Stephan Leacock, Orillia Award for humour, and was once the judge for a Canada-wide poetry contest. A feisty, brilliant, fiercely truthful and radiantly loving being, those close to Sarah also knew and loved her sometimes dark humour and “Irish impishness�; however core to her life was her profound belief in loving kindness and “one-ness�, and in the words of one of her daughters “she so desperately wanted, with the blinding brilliance of her whole dear heart, for every last being’s happiness�. Rest in peace beautiful dreamer - together forever, forever together. “The thing about dying is, I won’t get over it; I can’t say, well, that sure taught me a lesson – Let’s go home and have a drink.� ~ Mildred Tremblay, from “The Thing About Dying� Sarah’s “A-wake� was held on Nov. 1, 2014. In lieu of flowers, if anyone wishes to make a donation to the Haven Society in Mildred’s name, she would love that.
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Barsby on a mission in bowl game I
FOOTBALL TEAM gets a chance to defend B.C. title.
V.I. Raiders announce new coach BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN
BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN
One team has scrappers, the other has the star power. But even though the Barsby Bulldogs and the Mission Roadrunners got to the B.C. championship a different way, their paths have now converged leading up the Subway Bowl on Saturday (Dec. 6) at B.C. Place stadium. “We’ve got to be our best and the ball’s got to bounce our way,” said Rob Stevenson, Bulldogs coach. Barsby, the defending AA varsity champions, will try to match up against Mission and its marquee athlete, Jesse Walker. The Roadrunners’ quarterback pretty much willed his team into the B.C. final, running for 338 yards and eight touchdowns in a 62-61 overtime thriller semifinal against the Ballenas Whalers. “We’re playing a man…” said Stevenson. “Once we get our hands on him, we’ve got to hang on and we’ve got to get help in there, fast.” Stevenson said the Roadrunners have a special offensive line and talented backs and receivers and would be a deep playoff team even without their star. But the defensive game plan will be built around stopping Walker. “If we shut him down, we shut down Mission,”
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Barsby Bulldogs AA varsity football players Tyler Hill, North Rainey and their teammates will compete in the Subway Bowl provincial championship against the Mission Roadrunners on Saturday (Dec. 6) at B.C. Place stadium.
said Tyler Hill, Barsby linebacker. “It’s going to be, this week, really focusing on tackling and getting him on the ground [and] playing within our scheme, every guy on the defence doing their own job. It’s teamwork, really.” North Rainey, Barsby’s quarterback and also a defensive back, said Walker can be contained if the Bulldogs execute and go to the right spots on the field. “Get helmets to him, get his feet stopped and drive him back,” Rainey said.
We’ve got to be our best and the ball’s got to bounce our way.
The Bulldogs’ offence will be more balanced – no guy is likely to score eight TDs. “If we run the ball hard, then it will open up our pass game,” Rainey said.
“We’ve just got to do what we’ve done every other week to win.” The Subway Bowl is a little different, though. Entering the big dome signifies that the players’ ultimate goal is within their grasp. “It’s special, man,” Hill said. “It’s really, truly a one-of-a-kind feeling and it’s something that everybody definitely remembers for the rest of their life.” The Bulldogs may be defending champs, but they know they had to scrap their way to get back to this stage.
“They’ve shown a lot of character this year, resiliency, patience,” Stevenson said. “This entire year has been a story of us overcoming challenges.” Now comes the big one. There’s one more opponent, one more obstacle, one star to stymie, one score to settle. “We’re in for a battle,” Stevenson said. “I don’t know if I’ll predict winners, but I’ll predict a lot of valour out there.” GAME ON … Saturday’s kickoff is at 3:30 p.m. at B.C. Place stadium. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
The V.I. Raiders only had to look as far as the next city over to find their new coach. Nanaimo’s junior football club was set to announce yesterday after press time that Jeremy Conn has been named as head coach. “It was something meant to be,” said Hadi Abassi, a V.I. Raiders director. Conn, who lives in Nanaimo, coached Parksville’s Ballenas Whalers to the provincial high school semifinal last week. He has more than 20 years of coaching experience, including at the junior level. “He started on Vancouver Island and he’s been all across the country coaching, so it’s not something new for him,” Abassi said. “I think the transition will be very, very easy for him based on his experience.” Conn has helped the Raiders as a guest coach in the past. “He’s been a fan of the Raiders for a long time and he’s a believer,” Abassi said. “He believes in the tradition we’ve built with Raiders football.” Look for more on Conn in an upcoming issue of the News Bulletin or online at www.nanaimobulletin.com/sports. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
Showtimes: Dec. 5 - 11 THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY, PART 1 (PG) (VIOLENCE) CLOSED CAPTION & DESCRIPTIVE VIDEO FRI 4:15, 6:15, 7:15, 9:10, 9:35, 10:10; SAT-SUN 12:15, 1:15, 3:15, 3:45, 4:15, 6:15, 7:15, 9:10, 9:35, 10:10; MON,THURS 6:00, 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00; TUE 4:00, 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00; WED 6:00, 7:00, 9:00, 10:00 PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR (G) CLOSED CAPTION & DESCRIPTIVE VIDEO FRI 4:00, 6:30, 9:00; SAT 11:15, 1:45, 4:00, 6:30, 9:00; SUN 1:45, 4:00, 6:30, 9:00; MON,WED-THURS 6:15, 8:45; TUE 3:50, 6:15, 8:45 PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR 3D (G) CC/DVS FRI 5:15, 7:40, 9:55; SAT-SUN 12:30, 2:45, 5:15, 7:40, 9:55; MON,WED-THURS 7:30, 9:45; TUE 4:45, 7:30, 9:45 HORRIBLE BOSSES 2 (14A) (SEXUALLY SUGGESTIVE SCENES,COARSE AND SEXUAL LANGUAGE) CLOSED CAPTION & DESCRIPTIVE VIDEO FRI 4:45, 7:30, 10:10; SAT 11:30, 2:05, 4:45, 7:30, 10:10; SUN 2:05, 4:45, 7:30, 10:10; MON,WED-THURS 7:15, 9:55; TUE 4:30, 7:15, 9:55 DUMB AND DUMBER TO (PG) (COARSE AND SEXUAL LANGUAGE,VIOLENCE,SEXUAL CONTENT) CLOSED CAPTION & DESCRIPTIVE VIDEO FRI,SUN 4:25, 7:00, 9:50; SAT 1:30, 4:25, 7:00, 9:50; MON,WED 6:45, 9:35; TUE 4:10, 6:45, 9:35; THURS 9:35 THE THEORY OF EVERYTHING (G) (SEXUAL LANGUAGE) CLOSED CAPTION & DESCRIPTIVE VIDEO FRI 3:55, 6:45, 9:35; SAT-SUN 12:45, 3:55, 6:45, 9:35; MON,WEDTHURS 6:30, 9:15; TUE 3:40, 6:30, 9:15 EXHIBITION ON SCREEN: MATISSE () THURS 7:30 A CHRISTMAS STORY () SAT 11:00 CORNER GAS: THE MOVIE (G) (VIOLENCE) FRI 7:00; SAT-SUN 1:00, 7:00 NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: JOHN () WED 7:00 BOLSHOI BALLET: LA BAYADERE () SUN 12:55
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Clippers face Interior’s Cents BY GREG SAKAKI
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Nanaimo Clippers Cole Maier, left, and Jordan Low try to win a puck battle Saturday at Frank Crane Arena.
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The Nanaimo Clippers duked it out in Island rivalry games the last two weeks and now they’ll mix things up a little bit. The Clips host the Merritt Centennials on Friday (Dec. 5). The Cents are a middle-of-the-pack team in the B.C. Hockey League’s tough Interior Division. “We know Mer ritt’s going to be a good opponent for us; they’ll be a good challenge,” said Cole Maier, Clippers forward. “It’s nice to see somebody new so we’re looking forward to that.” Anthony Rinaldi, another Clippers forward, said it’s a different sort of challenge to play out-of-division opponents. “We don’t know how strong they really are,” he said. “It’s kind of a mystery when we play them.” The Shipmen will look at some video on the opposition and take the coaching staff’s advice to heart. “We just follow our systems and listen to what coach [Mike] Vandekamp has to say. He takes us
through some steps before the game and we just have to follow them,” Rinaldi said. “The boys sort of know what to do. We’re 30 games in right now, so we just play our game and do what we can.” Maier said the mindset shouldn’t be much different stepping on the ice against Merritt. “We’re confident if we stick to our style of play, we should be able to take care of business,” he said.
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GAME ON … The Clippers played the Alberni Valley Bulldogs on Wednesday after press time … The Clips and Cents face off on Friday at 7 p.m. at Frank Crane Arena … The Clippers are also home Saturday to take on the Cowichan Valley Capitals at 7 p.m. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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WELLINGTON WINS its first game, 66-17.
It was the first game of the season and at times, it looked that way, but there were some hoops highlights out there, too. The Wellington Wildcats senior girls started basketball season with a 66-17 road win over the Ladysmith 49ers on Tuesday. “When you’re just practising and watching them over and over it’s harder to tell, because you’re just playing against each other, but it’s good to see they moved the ball around, a lot of talking, everybody took their roles,” said Bill Fraser, cocoach of the Wildcats. Olivia Mjaaland had 31 points for Wellington and Shania Shabbas added eight. “Everyone had good minutes and played h a rd . We w o r k e d together really well,” Mjaaland said. Marika Grubac led Ladysmith with nine points.
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The Nanaimo Buccaneers didn’t plan to be active on the trade market, but they ended up making a major shakeup. The city’s Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League club sent top goal scorer Will McNamara and defenceman Thor Rosback to the Campbell River Storm on Monday,
then turned around and acquired two high-profile local forwards from junior A teams. Joining the Bucs are forwards Zach Funk and Nick Gomerich, as well as forward Jonah Pearson and D-man Quinlan Moore from the Oceanside Generals and Joe Gage from the Storm. “We weren’t throwing in the towel…” said Glen Smith, Bucs general manager. “That’s what it looked like originally, but there were some underlying things there.” Gomerich played in the WHL last season and
had been with the B.C. Hockey League’s Powell River Kings this year, while Funk had been with the Alberni Valley Bulldogs the past two and a half seasons. “We’re expecting quite a bit of offence from those two,” Smith said. “We wish [our former players] well, but the overall strength of our team has improved.” GAME ON … All the new Bucs will be in the lineup tonight (Dec. 4) against the Comox Valley Glacier Kings at 7:15 p.m. at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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Vancouver Island University’s volleyball program ended the fall on a positive, sweeping a road trip to the Kootenays. VIU’s women’s and men’s teams beat the College of the Rockies Friday and Saturday in Cranbrook. The Mariners women won in straight sets Friday, 25-16, 25-16, 25-23, then in five sets Saturday, 11-25, 25-21, 25-6, 23-25, 15-10. The M’s men won both their matches in four games, 22-25, 28-26, 25-20, 25-17 and then 25-21, 22-25, 25-15, 25-19. The PacWest regular season resumes in the new year.
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Hangover Spiel always a good party November was a busy time at the four in the second, then added one in Nanaimo Curling Centre on Wall the third and three more in the fourth Street. So before getting any further end for an early 8-1 victory. Others into a new month, we’ll slip onto the on the championship team were third ice this week and catch up on results Steve Waatainen, second Cam Foster from recent bonspiel action… and lead Frank Smith. Backing HobOne of the most popular bonspiels son on the five-man runner-up side of the entire season is always held were Bill Chapman, Dave Hitchen, in mid-November. It is the Nanaimo Cleve Carlton and Doug Freeland. Hangover spiel and it is organized In the final of B event, sponsored by by the curlers of the Sunday MornMarks Imports, local teams skipped ing Men’s League, otherwise known by Mike Kenefick and Dan Allarie as the Hangover League. faced each other. It was A new supporter came Allarie who scored first, thorpe on board this year, as the but Kenefick counted in report bonspiel was sponsored five of the next six ends Ian Thorpe by Longwood Brewery. en route to a 10-4 victory. Columnist Sunday curling league Teammates with Kenefick members such as Ferdie were third Dean Mousseau, Hobson, Chuck Passmore, second Bob Palynchuk and Tony Brocklehurst, Tom lead Bill Millward. Allarie Zacharuk and other volwas backed by Doug McGleunteers worked hard to nen, Bill Shaw and Trevor once again make this year’s Shaw. event a definite success. Sponsor for C event in the My special thanks go to bonspiel was Christensen Randy Brahniuk for keeping track of Collision. The all-Nanaimo final for results and passing them along to me. that division featured an entertainThe bonspiel this year attracted a ing match between teams skipped by strong field of 38 teams and competiBrendan Neff and Randy Forbes. The tion over three days saw them gradu- Neff foursome led 6-1 at the halfway ally divided into four separate events. point, but Forbes came back to tie Midland Tools was the sponsor of the game at 6-6 after seven ends. Neff the A event. In the championship had last rock in the final end, however final, the only two teams that were and used it to score the winning point undefeated in the competition faced in a 7-6 victory. Others on the wineach other. Both were local squads; ning team were third John LaPointe, one skipped by Keith Clarke and the second Doug Neff and lead Rick Neff, other sponsored by the Wellington while Forbes was backed by Brian Liquor Store and skipped by Steve Forbes, Joel Brittain and Scott Forbes. Hobson. Whatever your sport, a reminder in Hobson’s team opened with a point closing to play your hardest, play fair in the first end, but Clarke struck for and show good sportsmanship.
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Cross season ends in gallop The last cyclocross event of the season was a real horse race. Nanoose Bay’s Arbutus Meadows Equestrian Centre hosted the My Little Pony Cross series stop Nov. 23, attracting 241 competitors to the finale of the Cross on the Rock season. Thomas Skinner won the expert men’s division, finishing six laps in 51 minutes, 10 seconds. The top local finisher was Justin Mark, who was ninth. Nanaimo’s Carey Mark won the expert women’s division, racing four laps in 39:32. Janna Gillick was third. Normon Thibault placed second in the 40-plus masters division and Derek Steel was third in the 55-plus masters category. Deb Epps was fifth among intermediate women and Angelina Landry was fifth in the beginner’s race. To learn more, please visit www. crossontherock.com.
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Nov. 29 Beginners - Jakoby Giannakos, U10, 25 kilograms, silver; Cashel Richardson, U10, 30kg, bronze. Novice - Bostyn MacDonald, U10, 36kg,
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Mazda MX-5 2015 Jeep Renegade Over the last few years Mazda has been introducing There is no question that the merger of Fiat and vehicles with its new Skyactiv technology but there is Chrysler has helped to introduce many new vehicles. one car that will signify the culmination of all the things The small car segment is a perfect example; the Fiat Mazda does well, the next generation MX-5 (Miata). 500 and its variations has been a plus The MX-5 will come in 2015 as a 2016 for Chrysler’s bottom line. Built in Europe model and all eyes are on Mazda to see on the Fiat 500L platform, this smaller what it can deliver. The bodywork is more Jeep Renegade replaces the Compass dramatic and having seen it in person, and Patriot models. Powered by either the dimensions look fanatic but the new a 160hp, 1.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder front grille might take a while to adapt too. or a larger 184hp, 2.4L 4-cylinder, Jeep The two-seat cockpit is roomier, thanks to claims that this compact crossover is a wider body and longer wheelbase but still a capable vehicle because of two the overall length is 105mm shorter and by Zack Spencer available all-wheel-drive (AWD) systems. 20mm lower. The standard models will be available with front-wheelThe 2.0L Skyactiv direct injection 4-cylinder will power drive (FWD), with either a 6-speed manual or 9-speed this lightweight car and power will go to the rear automatic transmission. wheels though a 6-speed manual transmission. Engine Styling is all-American; the signature Jeep grille is maroutput has not been announced, neither has the price, ried perfectly into the boxy design, as too are other Jeep but expect the car to be competitive with the 2015 styling cues. The interior is has a rugged, yet upscale model on price. design that features all of Jeep’s latest technology, Ford Explorer including the award winning Uconnect infotainment The sixth generation Ford Explorer will arrive in 2015 system. Pricing has not been announced but expect it as a 2016 model, now with new 2.3L EcoBoost engine shortly as it is due at dealerships very soon. available on the base and XLT trim. This replaces the older 2.0L Ecoboost and provides a 270hp, a 13 per cent bump over the last version. The 290hp 3.5L V6 is carried over but the Sport trim and new Platinum trim will be fitted with the 365hp Ecoboost V6. Ford claims that styling is the number one purchase consideration so the shape was retained but new grille and LED headlamps help refresh the look.
Honda HR-V Coming in 2015 is another SUV, smaller than the CR-V, helping to define the new subcompact SUV market. This little runabout is built off the excellent Honda Fit platform and will include many of the features that make that car a standout. The first is the interior of the HR-V. It will also feature Honda’s Magic Seats that flip
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Price is right on new vehicles under $25K by Alexandra Straub
If you’re in the market for a new car but don’t haven an unlimited budget, fear not, you have quite a few options. VW Golf The VW Golf is undeniably popular. With more than 30 million sold around the world since it first hit the streets, it just keeps getting better. For 2015, the everpopular three or five-door variant comes with a new engine, new architecture and new sheet metal. An all-new, 1.8-litre directinjected turbocharged
engine, delivering 170 horsepower and 184 pound power it-feet of torque. The shape and design elements remain as defined, as ever, with a distinctive C-pillar and roofline framing classic Golf side windows, but the striking new front end and steeply sloped hood leave no doubt this is an all-new model. Honda Fit The all-new, five-passenger, five-door vehicle comes with style and flair. And just because it doesn’t have a huge price tag, it doesn’t mean you don’t get some pretty great standard
The Subaru Legacy is a pleasant surprise for its price, says columnist. features. The 2015 Fit marks the debut of an all-new directinjected 1.5-litre DOHC
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Nissan Micra It’s small and comes with a small price tag, but expect big things from the all-new Nissan Micra. At one of Canada’s lowest MSRPs – it competes directly with the Mitsubishi Mirage for that title – it’s amazing what you can get for so little. Under its hood is a 1.6L, four-cylinder engine that produces 109 horsepower and 107 lb-ft of torque. OK, it’s not a lot but certainly enough to get you around. Available in three models, the Micra S, SV and top-ofthe-line SR, these micro cars will be able to be matched
with a five-speed manual transmission, or a fourspeed automatic. Subaru Legacy The all-new Subaru Legacy will pleasantly surprise those in need of a mid-size sedan with all-wheel drive. There’s room for five, and its 2.5L, four-cylinder engine produces 175 horsepower. Whether you’re looking for a hatchback, sedan, or a micro car, the 2015 model year has all-new vehicles in that segment and more. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca
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You can pay a fortune for a premium brand but you needn’t break the bank to buy wheels with style. Chrysler 200 Chrysler stunned the marketplace with the introduction of its completely new 200 Sedan, resetting benchmarks for style, panache, and performance within a fiercely competitive segment. The base engine is a 2.4 litre four-cylinder affair that feeds 184 horsepower to the front wheels through a segment-exclusive ninespeed automatic transmission. Acura TLX The four-door Acura TLX Sedan replaces the former TSX and TL sport sedans, merging their respective strengths into a single product positioned as the brand’s mid-level contender. The TLX delivers plenty of sport-inspired luxury built around a 206 horsepower 2.4L four-cylinder power plant fused to an eightspeed automatic transmission. Audi A3 Looking remarkably like the highly successful Audi A4 sedan despite casting a shadow 245mm shorter, the new A3 sedan is sure to capture the attention of entry-level Audi buyers that scorn the A3’s hatchback
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15k, hand engraved (reg. $850). Sale priced $400
MARSH & SON
250-585-1648 3392 Norwell Drive Nanaimo marshandson.com marshandsonjewellery@gmail.com
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QUINTESSENTIAL
www.nanaimobulletin.com
DANIELLE MIRRORED VANITY TRAY
“FREE” with your $50 purchase of Cosmetics, Fashion or Speciality Bath.
PHARMASAVE
9 SHOPPING MADE EASY
Season’s Greetings Open ‘til 9pm Monday - Saturday
COUNTRY CLUB CENTRE
10 FASHION WATCHES
LEAH’S TEA & FASHION BOUTIQUE
250-753-4307
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LED relamping services. cUL DLC, commercial quality. Fixtures, tubes, lamps, retrofitting. FACILITY MANAGEMENT by Karl Stittgen (retired) (reg. $2,890) SHEPHERD PROTECTIVE above ring sale priced at $1630 Facility management and related services
SERVICES
MARSH & SON
SALE PRICES EFFECTIVE DEC 4TH-DEC 11TH - WHILE QUANTITIES LAST
$1499 Reg. $24.99
COWFISH SLIPPERS For kids or adults
$5999 Reg. $79.99
SANDS ALIVE PLAYSET With 4 lbs of sand. Refills available. Sample set at each store to feel.
$599 Reg. $6.99-$8.99
HOT PAWS THERMAL SOCKS Children & adult sizes
$14999
$1299
$7999
WALKER FOUR WHEEL FOLDING
Reg. $19.99
Reg. $119.99
(Type may vary by store)
SARAH PEYTON FLAMELESS Two piece colour changing candles
CURL SECRET HOT PRICE!
ENTER TO WIN AT EACH STORE - one SANDS ALIVE 1.5lb PLAY SAND (see in store for details) A $29.99 value. Bring a non-perishable food item for the food bank to receive a second entry.
Westhill Centre - 1816 Bowen Road
250-740-3880
Beaufort Centre - 1588 Boundary Cr.
250-754-0091
Chase River - Next to Country Grocer
250-755-1830
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SUPERB TANZANITE
on consignment hundreds of fine estate items
MARSH & SON
15 GIFT CERTIFICATES
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PING PONG TABLE Heavy Duty. $699.
CALAIS SPAS & BILLARDS
Acting classes for ages 6-adult
KISMET THEATRE ACADEMY
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GIFT CARDS
Available in any denomination.
PHARMASAVE
17 YOGA JEANS
CAYO FASHIONS
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I AM PATIENT MALA Malas and bracelets from Mala Collective
OMTOWN YOGA
Impeccable estate jewellery.
250-585-1648 3392 Norwell Drive Nanaimo marshandson.com marshandsonjewellery@gmail.com
DOWNTOWN
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THINGS!
SANTA’S STORE
SANTA’S STORE OF OF PLAYFUL SANTA’S STORE • Adult Toys THINGS! THINGS! OFPLAYFUL PLAYFUL • Lingerie & Leather • Adult Toys • Lingerie & Leather • Lubricants • Massage& Oils • Adult Toys • Lingerie Leather THINGS! • Lubricants • Massage Oils
• Adult Games • Novelties • AdultOils Games • Novelties • Lubricants • Massage • Adult Toys • Greeting Cards • Greeting Cards • Novelties Games • Gift Baskets • Lingerie•&Adult Leather • Gift Baskets • Gift Certificates Available • Greeting Cards • Lubricants • Massage Oils• Gift Baskets • GiftCertificates Certificates Available • Gift Available • Adult Games • Novelties • Greeting Cards The Affordable Adventure Store! • Gift Baskets 525 Terminal Avenue (across from the Casino) • Gift Certificates Available “You will get luckier here”
Downtown Christmas TROLLEY SATURDAYS Dec 6, 13 & 20 noon - 4pm Stops at 100 Museum Way and on Wesley Street in the Old City
LOCATION
Happ Holida y ys
NEW LOCATION
from ou r to youfarsmilies !
Take photos with Santa, enjoy a concert, make crafts, watch movies and sip hot chocolate with Santa & the gang.
Crafts Canada
(across from theget Casino) luckier “You will here” Extended Christmas Hours:
“You will get luckier here” 250-754-3003 The Affordable Adventure Store! Dec. 24 until 5pm 250-754-3003
10am-9pm daily starting Dec. 16
(some exceptions apply)
241 Selby St. Nanaimo | www.har tmannandcompany.com
Thurs & Fri 10-9 • Sun 12-5 (across from the Casino)
Extended Christmas “You will get luckier here” Hours:
10am-9pm daily starting Dec. 16 Dec. 24 until 5pm
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Free Photos with Santa Date
Saturday, December 13th
Time
1 - 3 pm for Children, 3 - 4 pm for Pets
Place
Sands Funeral Chapel - Nanaimo 1 Newcastle Avenue, Nanaimo
Open House • All Welcome • Free Draw Aboriginal Children’s Storyteller 2:00 - 2:30pm • Free crafts and holiday treats! Donations gratefully accepted for Loaves & Fishes, and Nanaimo SPCA For more information:
250-753-2032
www.sandsfuneral.com/nanaimo
Look for us on Facebook
Sands Funeral Chapel - Nanaimo by Arbor Memorial
Arbor Memorial Inc.
Gift Shop • Gallery • Programs Ad size: 5” x 3.375”h, CLR Publication: Nanaimo Bulletin Contact: Angelique Ad format: PDF 300dpi Due: Nov 28
Under the Christmas Tree
Ad#: Holidays-Santa AD (from Bishop Gr.) ©Arbor Memorial Inc., 2014
250.753.6133
25% OFF Reg. Prices
20% OFF ALL STOCK 1-800-665-2833
DAYS A WEEK Extra Christmas Hours: (Open 7 Days aOPEN Week)7Regular Store Hours: HC/NDN PRODUCTION DEPT: Ad Builder Info & Sat 10-6 Created by: TC ModifiedSun by: 2nd proof by: 10-5 • Dec 22 & 23 10-9 • Dec 24 10-5 525noon-5pm, TerminalMon-Wed Avenue Dec 21 Sun Mon-Wed 10-6pm, Thu-Sat 10-9pm
Modified by:
CHRISTMAS is coming SALE!
DECEMBER SALE First time ever! A December sale on all in-stock items Open Mon - Fri. 9:30 - 5 This month Only - Saturday 11-4 pm
Thurs & Fri 10-9 • Sun 12-5
Created by: TC
Downtown shops are decking the halls! Take a tour and vote for your favourite holiday window at participating businesses or at 101 Gordon St. Visit dnbia.ca details.
SOFA’S - CHAIRS - COFFEE TABLES - RUGS - BEDROOM - OCCASIONAL ANTIQUES - ART - LAMPS - FIRST NATIONS ART - LEATHER
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
HC/NDN PRODUCTION Extended Christmas Hours: DEPT: Ad Builder Info
All through Downtown. Vote at 101 Gordon St
Great Office
Party Great Offi ceIdeas NEW Party Ideas LOCATION NEW
Mon-Wed & Sat 10-6 525 Terminal Avenue 525 Terminal Avenue(across from the Casino)
Mon-Wed & Sat 10-6 Thurs & Fri 10-9 • Sun 12-5
Nov 29 - Dec 21
FRIDAYS: 3-6pm SATURDAYS: 12-5pm SUNDAYS: 12-4pm (Starts Nov 30th) 101 Gordon St VI Conference Centre
Enjoy a classic holiday tradition and take a tour of downtown on our horse drawn carriage this season. By donation.
December 13th 12pm-3pm Join us for Stories, Crafts, Toys & Treats!
Admission by cash donation to the Toy Drive 100 Museum Way • 250.753.1821 • nanaimomuseum.ca
NEW ARRIVALS!
Party Dresses & Winter Jackets S ummerS al e! Pretty
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letusboutique Pl us s i zes t yl es
91 front street (ground floor of Dorchester Hotel) Nanaimo
Tel: 250-753-6336
Plus size women clothing,12-20 Joseph Ribkoff, Symli,Pretty
dnbia.ca
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Holiday Window DECORATING CONTEST
Party Ideas
The Affordable Adventure 250-754-3003 Store!
250-754-300310am-9pm daily starting Dec. 16 24 until 5pm OPEN 7 DAYSDec. A WEEK
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Santa’s WORKSHOP
91 front street(ground floor of Dorchester Hotel) V9R 5H9 Nanaimo. BC Tel: 250-753-6336 F: facebook.com/letusboutique
10% OFF Knitting Room
(some exceptions apply)
115 Chapel Street Downtown Nanaimo
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THINGS!
SANTA’S STORE
SANTA’S STORE OF OF PLAYFUL SANTA’S STORE • Adult Toys THINGS! THINGS! OFPLAYFUL PLAYFUL • Lingerie & Leather • Adult Toys • Lingerie & Leather • Lubricants • Massage& Oils • Adult Toys • Lingerie Leather THINGS! • Lubricants • Massage Oils
• Adult Games • Novelties • AdultOils Games • Novelties • Lubricants • Massage • Adult Toys • Greeting Cards • Greeting Cards • Novelties Games • Gift Baskets • Lingerie•&Adult Leather • Gift Baskets • Gift Certificates Available • Greeting Cards • Lubricants • Massage Oils• Gift Baskets • GiftCertificates Certificates Available • Gift Available • Adult Games • Novelties • Greeting Cards The Affordable Adventure Store! • Gift Baskets 525 Terminal Avenue (across from the Casino) • Gift Certificates Available “You will get luckier here”
Downtown Christmas TROLLEY SATURDAYS Dec 6, 13 & 20 noon - 4pm Stops at 100 Museum Way and on Wesley Street in the Old City
LOCATION
Happ Holida y ys
NEW LOCATION
from ou r to youfarsmilies !
Take photos with Santa, enjoy a concert, make crafts, watch movies and sip hot chocolate with Santa & the gang.
Crafts Canada
(across from theget Casino) luckier “You will here” Extended Christmas Hours:
“You will get luckier here” 250-754-3003 The Affordable Adventure Store! Dec. 24 until 5pm 250-754-3003
10am-9pm daily starting Dec. 16
(some exceptions apply)
241 Selby St. Nanaimo | www.har tmannandcompany.com
Thurs & Fri 10-9 • Sun 12-5 (across from the Casino)
Extended Christmas “You will get luckier here” Hours:
10am-9pm daily starting Dec. 16 Dec. 24 until 5pm
2nd proof by:
HC/NDN PRODUCTION DEPT: Ad Builder Info Created by: TC Modified by: 2nd proof by:
Free Photos with Santa Date
Saturday, December 13th
Time
1 - 3 pm for Children, 3 - 4 pm for Pets
Place
Sands Funeral Chapel - Nanaimo 1 Newcastle Avenue, Nanaimo
Open House • All Welcome • Free Draw Aboriginal Children’s Storyteller 2:00 - 2:30pm • Free crafts and holiday treats! Donations gratefully accepted for Loaves & Fishes, and Nanaimo SPCA For more information:
250-753-2032
www.sandsfuneral.com/nanaimo
Look for us on Facebook
Sands Funeral Chapel - Nanaimo by Arbor Memorial
Arbor Memorial Inc.
Gift Shop • Gallery • Programs Ad size: 5” x 3.375”h, CLR Publication: Nanaimo Bulletin Contact: Angelique Ad format: PDF 300dpi Due: Nov 28
Under the Christmas Tree
Ad#: Holidays-Santa AD (from Bishop Gr.) ©Arbor Memorial Inc., 2014
250.753.6133
25% OFF Reg. Prices
20% OFF ALL STOCK 1-800-665-2833
DAYS A WEEK Extra Christmas Hours: (Open 7 Days aOPEN Week)7Regular Store Hours: HC/NDN PRODUCTION DEPT: Ad Builder Info & Sat 10-6 Created by: TC ModifiedSun by: 2nd proof by: 10-5 • Dec 22 & 23 10-9 • Dec 24 10-5 525noon-5pm, TerminalMon-Wed Avenue Dec 21 Sun Mon-Wed 10-6pm, Thu-Sat 10-9pm
Modified by:
CHRISTMAS is coming SALE!
DECEMBER SALE First time ever! A December sale on all in-stock items Open Mon - Fri. 9:30 - 5 This month Only - Saturday 11-4 pm
Thurs & Fri 10-9 • Sun 12-5
Created by: TC
Downtown shops are decking the halls! Take a tour and vote for your favourite holiday window at participating businesses or at 101 Gordon St. Visit dnbia.ca details.
SOFA’S - CHAIRS - COFFEE TABLES - RUGS - BEDROOM - OCCASIONAL ANTIQUES - ART - LAMPS - FIRST NATIONS ART - LEATHER
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
HC/NDN PRODUCTION Extended Christmas Hours: DEPT: Ad Builder Info
All through Downtown. Vote at 101 Gordon St
Great Office
Party Great Offi ceIdeas NEW Party Ideas LOCATION NEW
Mon-Wed & Sat 10-6 525 Terminal Avenue 525 Terminal Avenue(across from the Casino)
Mon-Wed & Sat 10-6 Thurs & Fri 10-9 • Sun 12-5
Nov 29 - Dec 21
FRIDAYS: 3-6pm SATURDAYS: 12-5pm SUNDAYS: 12-4pm (Starts Nov 30th) 101 Gordon St VI Conference Centre
Enjoy a classic holiday tradition and take a tour of downtown on our horse drawn carriage this season. By donation.
December 13th 12pm-3pm Join us for Stories, Crafts, Toys & Treats!
Admission by cash donation to the Toy Drive 100 Museum Way • 250.753.1821 • nanaimomuseum.ca
NEW ARRIVALS!
Party Dresses & Winter Jackets S ummerS al e! Pretty
facebook.com
letusboutique Pl us s i zes t yl es
91 front street (ground floor of Dorchester Hotel) Nanaimo
Tel: 250-753-6336
Plus size women clothing,12-20 Joseph Ribkoff, Symli,Pretty
dnbia.ca
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Holiday Window DECORATING CONTEST
Party Ideas
The Affordable Adventure 250-754-3003 Store!
250-754-300310am-9pm daily starting Dec. 16 24 until 5pm OPEN 7 DAYSDec. A WEEK
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Santa’s WORKSHOP
91 front street(ground floor of Dorchester Hotel) V9R 5H9 Nanaimo. BC Tel: 250-753-6336 F: facebook.com/letusboutique
10% OFF Knitting Room
(some exceptions apply)
115 Chapel Street Downtown Nanaimo
#
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Season
www.nanaimobulletin.com
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250-716-0084
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Savings of19 50-95% off!! CHRISTMAS DEALS theGreat bestlocal things to see, & do!! gift ideas and eat specials. ISLAND DAILY DEALS
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CEDAR TRUNKS
Unique hand carved cedar boxes & trunks with First Nations Design.
www.islanddailydeals.com
NANAIMO MUSEUM
21 ROBERTO COIN 18K Necklace
MARSH & SON
22 WATCHES
Vintage and contemporary
GOLD SILVER GUY
23 AMANDEL STAAF
“Home made at Nellie’s”. $9.99
NELLIE’S DUTCH DELI
Your coins
big difference in the past have made a
for many families at Christmas!
At Christmas time each year the community newspapers of Black Press organize and promote the PENNIES FOR PRESENTS CAMPAIGN, which raises money for charity. For the last 18 years the PENNIES FOR PRESENTS campaign has raised more than $160,000 (in Nanaimo alone!) in pennies, nickels, dimes and other change for various local community charities. Frank Legh was the founder and driving force behind the Pennies for Presents, and in honour of Frank’s memory we will be continuing this campaign, now called Coins for Kids. We thank you for your continued support!
Drop off your coins here…
ALL COINS MUST BE COLLECTED BY TUESDAY, DEC. 16TH.
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Thursday, December 4, 2014
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24 GIFT CERTIFICATES
Bangle, locket, rings assorted prices
MARSH & SON
Breakfast lunch and dinner, farm to table everyday.
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26 ASSORTED PURSES
LEAH’S TEA & FASHION BOUTIQUE
GABRIEL’S GOURMET CAFE
27
GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT & STOCKING STUFFER IDEAS NYLA FRESH THREAD
NEED MONEY FOR CHRISTMAS?
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LED LANTERN
Regular $14.99. NOW ONLY $11.99
PHARMASAVE
Christmas Gifts... Fill your home with the pleasing scents of our smokeless soy candles: • Gingerbread • Elf’s Breath • Christmas Tree • Apple Pie & Many More...
WE HAVE THE ANSWER! We’re Buying
GOLD & SILVER WE BUY
CHAINS, COINS WE BUY GOLD & SILVER GOLDRINGS,
SCRAP JEWELLERY
We are interested in purchasing scrap jewellery, gold, silver and platinum rings, bracelets, lockets, brooches, cameos, necklaces, earrings, and other items are all wanted. We buy anything made of solid gold, silver or platinum that can be recycled.
GOLD SCRAP
We purchase for cash all items of karat Gold, 9K to 24K, rings, watches, chains, dental gold… used or new …based on their gold weight value. We pay Cash!!!
SCRAP GOLD & SILVER
We pay Cash for all items of gold, silver & platinum, regardless of age or condition.
GOLD & SILVER PRICES HIT RECORD HIGHS TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS OPPORTUNITY & SELL NOW WHILE PRICES ARE HIGH!
Over 200 Flavours of Tea
SCRAP GOLD
BANGLES, ETC!
We buy gold in any form, condition or quantity. • Wedding rings -Gold pins and earrings •Gold Chains (any condition) • Any item made of gold • Gold teeth regardless of condition • Gold Watches • Cash for broken old gold We melt & recycle all gold & silver so condition is unimportant.
50% OFF
ANY CONDITION BROKEN OR NOT
USED JEWELLERY & BROKEN GOLD
JEFFCOINS IS BACK! 9K, 10K, 14K, 18K, 24K, .9999 GOLD & SILVER SCRAP SILVER
NEW Coin & Jewelry Store
• GOLD JEWELLERY • ALL KARAT GOLD 9K TO 24 K
PAYING CASH FOR GOLD Gold Bars, Gold Coins, .9999 Gold, Gold Bangles, Gold Chains & Rings, Charm Bracelets, Pocket Watch Chains, 9k • 10k • 14k • 18k • 24k • .9999
We’ll Buy All Quantities Of Gold
NOW OPEN! WE BUY & SELL WATCHES
Jeff would like to welcome all his customers both old and new to come in and say Hello at his new location at 619 Townsite Road!
GOLD COINS
We buy all gold coins. Prices based on coin condition and gold value. Inquiries invited. No obligation.
Vintage & Antique SILVER COINS Watches
We buy all sterling, European, Continental, and American silverware, jewellery, industrial silver, Franklin and other private mint silver, jewelers’ filings, etc. regardless of condition or quantity. We buy anything made of solid silver that can be recycled. Prices based on current bullion market bid prices.
COINS, WORLD COINS & PAPER MONEY We buy all coins, tokens, paper money and Banknotes of Canada, The Provinces, USA and the world.
We buy all silver coins. Prices based on coin condition and silver value. Inquiries invited. No obligation.
WE PAY CASH!!!
Any Condition • Broken or Not
WE ALSO BUY
New & Consigned Clothing
20-50% OFF Sizes XS-2XL
JEFF
• Old Costume Jewellery • Old wind-up watches (working or not) • Postage stamp collections
250-618-8348 2 LOCATIONS IN NANAIMO!
619 Townsite Rd., Nanaimo BC
OPEN Wednesday through Saturday • 10am - 5pm
619 TOWNSITE ROAD 250.591.5511
4061 NORWELL DRIVE 250.585.8555
2900 NORWELL DR. NANAIMO (by Kal Tire)
250-585-2667
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MATCHED RUBIES IN 18K
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Appraised, on consignment
MARSH & SON
GET SHREDDED!
Fat Loss Assistance.
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FUEL
GOLF GLOVE
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Have you been naughty this year? Come in & browse through
SANTA’S STORE OF PLAYFUL THINGS!
Great Office Party Ideas
Purchase a golf glove and receive 1 range token FREE
BEBAN PARK GOLF
NEW LOCATION
• Adult Toys • Lingerie & Leather • Lubricants • Massage Oils • Adult Games • Novelties • Greeting Cards • Gift Baskets • Gift Certificates Available
34 COINS
33 GIFT CERTIFICATES
32 COUNTRY CLUB GIFT CARDS
The Affordable Adventure Store!
525 Terminal Avenue (across from the Casino)
“You will get luckier here” 250-754-3003 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
Silver and gold coins
GOLD SILVER GUY
Naughty and nice adult games, novelties, cards & lingerie.
Mon-Wed & Sat 10-6 Thurs & Fri 10-9 • Sun 12-5
Extended Christmas Hours: Redeemable at over 40 stores.
WHISPERS
10am-9pm daily starting Dec. 16 Dec. 24 until 5pm
COUNTRY CLUB CENTRE
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AWESO ME CHRIST M ORNAM AS ENTS & DECOR ATIONS
GREAT AS CHRISTM GIFTS
cates fi i t r e Gift C vailable A
Classic Tall
The Original
Original Tall
Arizona
Concord
Milano
Lion Play
Oh Canada
Next to The Body Shop
Woodgrove Center Nanaimo
250-390-2821 Stocking for Stuffers the
Golfer
ANNUAL PASS FOR Purchase 5 rounds of golf
Give the gift of helping someone in need by shopping in our stores. NORED PLAZA
6750 N. Island Hwy (250)390-1881
BOWEN ROAD 1613 Bowen Rd (250)754-9340
SOUTHGATE
#115-50-10th St (250)591-2769
GET ONE ROUND FREE!
JUNIORS
5 rounds of golf plus 5 range tokens
$99 Call for details
Buy a 10 token Purchase 5 range card receive lesson package, 1/2 hr. lesson receive 2 range tokens
$79.95 FREE!
FREE!
Beban Park Golf Course
FREE!
2280 Bowen Road 250-756-0108
w w w. b e b a n p a rkg o l f. c a Specials valid until December 24th, 2014
Purchase 5 lesson package, receive 5 range tokens
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Pendants, rings, superb value
MARSH & SON
NELLIE’S DUTCH DELI
TO SHOP IN NANAIMO
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FANCY COLOUR DIAMONDS
SINTERKLAAS GOODIES
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FOOSBALL TABLE
36 PAINTING BY NUMBERS
Heavy Duty. $899
CALAIS SPAS & BILLARDS
Royal Langnickel Painting by numbers. 100s to choose from.
CRAFTS CANADA
40 SALVATION ARMY
39 GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT &
THRIFT STORES
Give the gift of helping someone in need by shopping in our stores.
STOCKING STUFFER IDEAS
THE SALVATION ARMY
NYLA FRESH THREAD
Santa Suggests
GAME ROOM GIFTS! • • • • • • •
PING PONG DOME HOCKEY FOOSBALL BEER PONG POKER TABLES SHUFFLEBOARD POOL CUES
STORE HOURS Monday - Friday 9:00-5:30 Saturday 9:00-5:00 Closed Sundays 250.758.3003 • 4000 Corunna Ave (Norwell at Island Hwy) calaisspas-billiards.com
• BILLIARD ACCESSORIES • DART BOARDS & SUPPLIES Come see our full line of hot tubs, pools, gazebos, saunas & pool tables
Holiday Season
DINNER BUFFET SPECIAL Dec. 19 - Jan. 4 4:30pm to 8:30pm * Adult $16.95 Child $10.95
*Restrictions apply.
Catering Available
Groups of 20 or more *20-25 people: $250! Vegetable Chop Suey Vegetable Fried Rice Vegetable Chow Mein Sweet & Sour Chicken Balls Sweet & Sour Pork Deep Fried Prawns Spring Rolls call restaurant for details
10% OFF PICK UP Order Over $35 Cash Only
FREE HOME DELIVERY after 4:30pm minimum $35 order within 5km.
$5 OFF COUPON • Present this coupon for $5.00 off your PICK-UP ORDERS with min. $35.00 (before tax).
• Can not combine with any other offers. #215-2000 ISLAND HIGHWAY • One coupon per order. (Brooks Landing) Nanaimo, B.C. V9S 3V5 • No cash value. Tel: (250) 756-9368 • Fax: (250) 756-9328
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday - Thursday Friday / Saturday Sunday
11:00 am to 9:00 pm 11:00 am to 10:00 pm 11:00 am to 8:30 pm
250.756.9368
Tel: www.shcrestaurant.com
#215-2000 Island Hwy., at Brook’s Landing, Nanaimo B.C.
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During this holiday season and every day of the year, we wish you all the best.
During this holiday season and every day of the year, we wish you all the best. Financial Advisor .
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays
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Your Stocking Stuffer Centre! SEASON'S GREETINGS
BOOK NTS TME O P AP IN W! NO
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ROCK CITY
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DECEMBER HOURS: Monday to Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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“The Health Food Store For Your Pet”
Nellie’s Deli
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Ability to add a line for as low as $35/mo.
Wide selection of dry, canned & raw frozen pet food
Rock City Centre
Great Christmas Gift or stocking stuffer for your children or grandchildren
from all of us at Rock City Centre
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2980 Island Hwy N. Unit 430 Nanaimo, BC V9T 5V4 250-758-0081
MKT-1232A-C
Member – Canadian Investor Protection Fund
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Christmas Sales Event on Now! Member – Canadian Investor Protection Fund
Watch for our 12 Page Flyer
Including: Bradley Digital Smoker $399.99 250-758-7726 NANAIMO OPEN EVERYDAY AT 8 AM
www.gonefishinshop.com
“Where the sun always shines”
“A place where life is better...”
TANNING STUDIO
SPA RELAXATION VIP GIFT PACKAGE
For every $100 gift card you buy get a $10 gift card for you.
250-756-4100 Rock City Centre
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One tan session One Beauty Angel Red Light Collagen Therapy session One Infrared Sauna session One tanning lotion sample Free water bottle
All this for only
29!!
$
*Please present this ad. Offer expires Dec. 31, 2013. Cannot be combined with any other offer.
Rock City Centre Behind Earls 520-2980 North Island Hwy. 250-751-0171 • spanishsoltanning@gmail.com www.spanishsoltanning.com
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Located behind Earl’s at Rock City Center