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Page A3 NDP candidate Gord Johns and his supporters celebrate Johns’ success in grabbing the Courtenay-Alberni seat in Monday’s federal election. CANDACE WU/BLACK PRESS

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NDP sweeps Courtenay-Alberni FEDERAL ELECTION 2015: | MP-elect Gord Johns wins the NDP a seat in parliament.

CANADA VOTES!

Courtenay-Alberni - by the numbers

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‘Regardless of the makeup of government, Vancouver Island was unified. Our voice in Ottawa can’t be ignored when it’s a block like that.’

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night for a lot of my friends, my colleagues. This was not the result I Overwhelmed, excited, was anticipating at all,” humbled, grateful— Duncan noted during a Courtenayconcession Alberni’s speech in the MP-elect Gord newly-created Johns was Courtenayfeeling a lot Alberni riding. of emotions Duncan said the morning he is most of Oct. 20, disappointed hours after that fellow winning a seat Conservative in the federal candidates he GORD JOHNS election. was mentoring “It’s humbling to on Vancouver Island did have had the people of not succeed. Courtenay-Alberni put (The NDP took all but their trust in me,” said one riding on Vancouver Johns. Island.) “I’m grateful to the “It’s kind of tough … it’s voters, the volunteers, my kind of tough, yes. I know team... they worked really that everyone worked hard.” as hard they could and I He’s excited to get going actually thought we had a and start fighting for the good message.” issues raised throughout That message resonated the campaign by voters with local voters strongly and debated by his enough to lead to a tight competition. campaign for “I want to the newlycongratulate created my riding—with competition— Johns, a they ran federal very strong rookie, and campaigns,” Duncan Johns said. trading off in One of those first place for candidates the first hour was after the polls Vancouver closed. Island North “It was a Conservative very close MP John race overall; Duncan (he it was a changed battle,” Johns ridings when said. – Gord Johns Courtenay In the was added end, the to Alberni in a boundary NDP received 38.1 per shift this year), who lost cent of the vote in to Johns after a lengthy Courtenay-Alberni, with political career spanning the Conservatives a nearly two decades. fair way back in second “Obviously it’s a sad place with 28.2 per cent. ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

76.7% turnout that’s almost 10% higher than in 2011

2015: 76.7% 2011: 67.4% SOURCE: ELECTIONS CANADA

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Conservative candidate John Duncan takes a moment after conceding to NDP candidate Gord Johns.

Liberal candidate CarriePowell Davidson came in third with 21.8 per cent, the Green Party’s Glenn Sollitt came in fourth with 11.7 per cent and Marxist-Leninist candidate Barbara Biley came in last with 0.2 per cent. But Johns, who drove into Port Alberni at noon on Oct. 20 after spending election night in Parksville, is looking forward. “The first step is getting set up so we can be efficient and effective,” Johns said. Once he’s got his team set up, that will be his first focus.

“We’re going to have scheduled town halls and open houses,” Johns said. “People can bring their issues to me and I will bring those issues to Ottawa. I don’t think people are going to have to worry about me being accessible.” While Johns got just over a third of all the votes cast in the riding, he says plans to represent each and every single resident in this riding. “First and foremost and as a Member of Parliament I will be representing all my constituents.” Continued / A13

Loss is tough to swallow: Sollitt SCOTT STANFIELD BLACK PRESS

Green Party candidate Glenn Sollitt was a distant fourth in voting for Courtenay-Alberni in the federal election this week, but he wasn’t crying the blues. “All things considered, actually it’s going OK,” Sollitt said from Qualicum Beach. “I had so many positive interactions. I feel silly saying this, but I wouldn’t have been shocked to have won

tonight. It felt that good going in…I’m just trying to reconcile the extent to which I was wrong.” While a second-place finish would have been “palatable,” fourth is a little tougher to swallow, he said. “Where is that disconnect? It’s going to take some time to figure out. If it was just our riding, that’s one issue, but we didn’t elect a second Green MP anywhere.” Continued / A13

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The Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce and Community Futures are bringing a business expo to Echo Centre on Sunday, Oct. 25. Roundtable discussions on business issues are from 11 a.m. to noon and the trade fair runs from 1-4 p.m. Admission is $25 and lunch is included. Tickets can be purchased at the chamber of commerce.

Excited for Halloween? The Capitol Theatre presents the Rocky Horror Improv Show from 7-9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24. Kids in costume get in free, all other tickets are $4 at the door and please bring a food bank donation. Audience members—you all need to bring a flashlight and a roll of toilet paper!

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The Bread of Life annual harvest fundraising dinner takes place on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 5:30 p.m. at the Bread of Life office. Tickets are $25 and available at the office or at Cornerstones Thrift Store. The dinner includes live music and a live auction. Longtime volunteer Roy Gunther-Smith will be honoured.

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CITY of PORT ALBERNI ARGYLE STREET DETOUR b e t w e e n 1 s t Av e a n d K i n g s w a y Av e A detour of Argyle Street is required for the Kingsway/ Argyle Storm Outfall project. The City of Port Alberni is installing new storm drain pipes, upgrading water mains, and constructing sidewalk/street improvements and needs to close the north side of Argyle Street (westbound lanes) from September 29 to late October, between 1st Avenue and Kingsway Avenue. Traffic access will still be available to lower Argyle Street including Harbour Quay via a detour south along 1st Avenue to Angus Street, west along Angus Street, and then north along Kingsway Avenue back to Argyle Street. The City appreciates the public’s understanding of the inconvenience from this infrastructure improvement.

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The morning will consist of four interactive sessions led by some of Port Alberni’s better known business owners. The afternoon will feature a business trade show open to the general public from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

We invite any and all local businesses to come and learn from our business leaders.

HERE IS A SYNOPSIS OF THE THIRD SESSION OFFERED: Session 4 11:20am – 12:00pm Growing Your Business Jan Lavertu – Owner of West Coast Home Hardware and President of the Chamber of Commerce will moderate this session. Rebecca Palmer – Co-Owner/Manager of Gayle’s Fashions will speak about the value and need for Community Involvement. At Gayle’s Fashions we feel one of the secrets to a successful business is community involvement. Being a member of a local group, attending networking events, or going to council meetings there are many ways of be involved in your community. Rebecca Palmer assistant manager at Gayle’s Fashions will share with you how she gets involved in the community and how it has helped grow her business in a very positive way.

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Jennifer Norn – Owner – Jowsey’s Furniture will center her comments around the value of Networking. This also should be a great conversation starter.

businesses on Friday October 23 between 10:00am-4:00pm. The initiative, called a

Anita Sutherland – General Manager Valley Vision. Valley Vision is a very forward thinking organization that recognizes the value of its most important assets – its people. Anita will talk about Staffing, Motivation, Training etc.

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Alberni residents need to get BearSmart: conservation KATYA SLEPIAN ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

A bear habituated to humans often becomes a dead bear, according to Central Island conservation officer Steve Ackles— and there’s no excuse in a city with BearSmart status. “Port Alberni has got BearSmart status and the city, BearSmart and the conservation service all together have spent a great

deal of phone time and call to effort the city to save public bears,” works said yard Ackles. away. That The includes phone the bear number resistant is 250garbage 720-2840. containers With – Steve Ackles within the such city—of easy which the city has access, Ackles and his plenty of, are free fellow conservation of charge and just a officers are having

‘If a bear gets into garbage it’s going to become conditioned to garbage and habituated to humans.’

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their patience tested by residents’ lack of compliance. “All the people involved have put in a huge amount of effort and a lot of work to make it a BearSmart community and it’s awfully frustrating to see all this work being done by people in the government and non-government groups and people leaving these garbage containers open and the bears getting the reward,” said Ackles. “It’s not something that’s new, it’s not something that’s startling information—if a bear gets into garbage, it’s going to become conditioned to garbage and habituated to humans being around them.”

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Once a bear becomes habituated to humans, Ackles adds, there’s not

much that can be done to save it. “At that point, when the bear’s

behaviour changes to become defensive to that garbage and aggressive or threatening towards people, that’s not good for the bear and usually results in the bear being destroyed.” According to the Ministry of Environment’s WildSafe BC Wildlife Alert Reporting Program, one black bear was destroyed by conservation officers within the Alberni Valley in October of this year. Destroying bears is a last resort, Ackles said. “When my partner or I are forced to put down a bear whose behaviour has gotten to that it’s conditioned or habituated, we’re the ‘evil-doers’ and it is frustrating.” Of the 94 bearrelated incidents reported up to Oct. 20 of this year, 38 were considered to be foodconditioned—17 of those were to garbage, and 16 to fruit trees. Bear sightings have increased from last year; from Jan. 1–Oct. 20, 2014, 60 bears were reported and 31 were food conditioned. For 2015, the number of bears destroyed is likely to increase. Continued / A7

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Garbage must be secured Neighbours talk drag noise KATYA SLEPIAN

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Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District on Oct. 14. “There’s been some misconceptions that we’re anti-Thunder in the Valley and we’re not,” said Brandd. “We support the event because it’s an important economic benefit.”

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Better communication is essential if the Thunder in the Valley drag racers want to be good neighbours, Great Central Lake Road resident George Brandd told the

• When you’re out in the woods, make a lot of noise—whether that’s a bear bell or just clapping your hands or talking • If you do see a bear, make yourself big, don’t turn your back or run away • Make sure the bear knows you’re there—a startled bear can be an aggressive bear

But the disruption the event causes justifies more of a warning than Brandd says that residents get. “The major problem is the lack of communication... we never even know when the practice event is.”

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From / A6 Part of that is due to the unusually bear heavy year the whole province has had. “Throughout the province we had a very strange year in weather,” he said. That led to very few calls at the beginning of the year but now “the calls are through the roof—we’re getting up to a dozen calls a day throughout the city.” Most of those calls don’t result in action by the conservation department but they do have traps set for several bears throughout the city. “At this time of year, bears go into hyperphagia where they’re trying to gain on as many calories as they can—fish are in the rivers, the berries are coming to an end, they’re trying to get ready for hibernation,” said Ackles. But on Vancouver Island, not all bears hibernate. “If there’s food yearround, some bears don’t hibernate.” This makes garbage not a summeronly treat for bears conditioned to consider it an easy meal, which makes using bearresistant garbage containers just as important even when bears traditionally hibernated. That means that people need to not only bear-proof their garbage, but make sure their neighbours are doing the same. “If you have a neighbour that’s leaving their garbage unlatched or not in a bear-resistant container, report it to bylaws,” Ackles said. “This is unacceptable—these people are destroying bears themselves. It’s very frustrating for us that all this work is being done and that people are just ignoring these simple, simple attractantmanagement

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Ready or not, here we go Let’s get real about trade deals For the first time in more than a decade, Port Alberni is tinged in federal orange and not blue. Gord Johns, the rookie NDP candidate, was successful in his bid for the federal electoral seat in the new riding of Courtenay-Alberni, ousting veteran Conservative MP John Duncan and cresting the wave of Liberal red that swept the nation. We were heartened to see that voter turnout was an unprecedented 76.62 per cent in our new riding. This was almost 10 per cent higher than in 2011, and showed that people were invested in their community. That will be important in the coming years. Now the onus will be on Mr. Johns to show how invested he is in our communities. For the first time since 2000, we have an MP who truly knows Port Alberni, and who spent weeks campaigning and getting to know the people and the issues that make us tick. We expect Mr. Johns to now advocate for Port Alberni as heartily as he campaigned for people’s support. He promised that Port Alberni would not be forgotten by Ottawa after the election, and we will hold him to that promise. He also warned that community engagement is vital: we cannot sit back and wait for him to come to us, he expects us to go to him and tell him what we need to move forward economically. If we have one wish for the new election picture, it is that everyone play nice in the sandbox. It is time for our government to set aside the posturing of the past 78 days and get down to business. Even a modicum of cooperation would be a welcome change. — Alberni Valley News

TOM FLETCHER B.C. Views

s the dust settles from Monday’s federal election, to paraphrase former prime minister Kim Campbell, it’s time to talk about serious issues again. The Conservatives were hoping to make 2015 a free trade election, by signing onto the world’s largest trade deal at the end of July. But things didn’t go as planned at the talks in Maui, and Canada was among the players that walked away from the Trans-Pacific Partnership table at that time. Then came five days of round-the-clock negotiations in Atlanta, with the U.S. pushing for a deal with Japan, Korea, Australia and other Pacific Rim powerhouses to normalize trade in 40 per cent of the world’s economy. And the TPP came together at the end of September.

Canada and B.C. essentially got what our governments were demanding, which was broad access to Pacific Rim markets and continued protection for nearly all of domestic dairy, poultry and egg markets. Also preserved was B.C.’s regulated market for logs and U.S. lumber sales. The 200-kg gorilla of the TPP burst out in the heat of the election campaign, and the Kim Campbell rule was demonstrated again. Much of the discussion revolved around alleged secrecy, as the legal text of the deal won’t be out for some time to come. Protected farmers downed their pitchforks, counting their blessings, and their guaranteed compensation. The NDP was forced to come out against the TPP, as it was against

trade deals with the U.S., Mexico, Europe and others. But it’s getting lonely for them as the rest of the world moves on. Within days of the TPP deal, the World Bank issued one of its periodic reports on “extreme poverty,” which it defines as an income of less than $1.90 U.S. a day. And 2015 is the first year when fewer than 10 per cent of the world’s people remain below this global poverty line, down from 12.8 per cent in 2012. It’s easy for comfortable First World folks to protest conditions in running shoe and cell phone factories in India or China, but the graph of extreme poverty in those countries shows steep decline since 1990. Trade and technology are lifting up the poorest of the world. For B.C., withdrawing

‘The TransPacific Partnership doesn’t change BC’s dependency on the United States.’

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from Pacific Rim trade is unthinkable. We worry a lot about lumber and copper and natural gas, but the TPP also opens up huge markets for services, where much of our economic future awaits. The question for us is simple. Can we compete in health sciences, engineering, architecture, digital media, and information technology? Do we want to? The TPP doesn’t change B.C.’s dependency on the United States. As with NAFTA, our vital lumber trade remains under a separate agreement, which expired on Oct. 1. I’m told by federal and provincial officials that at this stage, the U.S. isn’t even taking our calls on the softwood lumber agreement, which Canada and B.C. want extended. Americans are preoccupied with the TPP and domestic politics. After decades of bitter legal actions from the American industry, the latest softwood deal has provided a rough peace.

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Do you think Canada should renew the Canada-US softwood lumber deal?

The federal election was much about image and message. And Monday night the Conservatives learned that the image does not always deliver the desired message. Remember the early campaign TV ad of PM Stephen Harper in a suit and tie, toiling at his desk late at night, then turning off the lights as he exits the office? The message was intended to be of a PM who works tirelessly to the benefit of Canadians, but the message received was reminiscent of the song, “Turn Out the Lights, The Party’s Over.” Indeed it was. Bob Kanngiesser, Port Alberni

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It set a floor price for B.C.’s allegedly subsidized lumber exports, with an export tax collected by Canada when the price went below the floor of $355 per thousand board feet. That money went back into our government general revenue. Higher prices meant no export tax was

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collected through 2014 and early 2015, and only five per cent as of September. Now that the agreement is expired, by default we have actual free trade in lumber for up to the next year. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc

So long, farewell To the Editor,

While viewing the televised results of Canada’s 42nd federal election on Oct.19, I heard sweet sounds of Roy Orbison playing repeatedly in my cranial Wurlitzer Jukebox. The Texas tenor’s tune It’s Over perfectly expressed my feelings about the too long 78-day

campaign, and the too long Tory 10-year tenure. As I watched frenzied talking heads on the TV screen, memorable movie and literary quotes crept into that wizened and overworked little cavity between my ears : “You can’t handle the truth”, Jack Nicholson’s sneering line in A Few Good Men seemed to fit Stephen Harper — who vainly attempted to be an attractive candidate. “What we’ve got here is a failure to communicate”, the final words from Paul Newman in Cool Hand Luke would regrettably be accredited to Thomas Mulcair—whose three-and-a-half stellar years as Leader of the Official Opposition didn’t translate to popular support on the campaign trail, for some unfortunate reason. “Fancies are like shadows; you can’t cage them, they’re such wayward, dancing things”, from Anne Of Green Gables certainly suited Elizabeth May: only three nights before election day, she confidently told CTV News’ Lisa LaFlamme that her party would

capture between 12 and 15 seats. In fact, she has to be satisfied with one seat. “Carpe Diem. Seize the day, boys. Make your lives extraordinary”, were Robin’s Williams’ words of wisdom from Dead Poets Society, and seem custommade for jubilant Justin Trudeau — whom voters believed to really be ready, despite those many negative ads that suggested the exact opposite. Now comes the shouting, and the inevitable question of how long before campaign promises are broken. Desmond Tutu once said: “Hope is being able to see there is light, despite all of the darkness.” Canadians are thankful to see the campaigns are over, and to shine the light across the 49th parallel where the US has just under 400 days remaining in its presidential election campaigns.

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Keeping up the land pressure To the Editor,

The former ADSS site is our land, community land under the jurisdiction

of School District 70. It has incredible potential on an absolutely ideal ninehectare footprint for a complex long term care development. I see a long term care development that includes, not just long term care beds, but transitional housing, even a senior living complex that offers transition into additional care as the need arise. What a draw the therapeutic view from the bleacher like setting, off 16 Avenue would be for those needing transitional housing. The presence of green space and easy access to walking trails adds appeal. I see a doctorage as an incentive to bring new blood into the community as part of such a development. Offer such living accommodation in exchange for a commitment to care within the long term care facility for two or three years. The school district, at this point, holds all the cards. What a positive it would be if they took ownership of this cause. But someone in the city (economic development office?), regional district, or school district needs, in my view, to take

the lead and at least organize a meeting. Besides the former ADSS property, we now also have the Gill school property. Not nearly as attractive nor as large, but a distant second choice should we fumble the ADSS ball. Both properties have significant green space and multiple entry options. And, of course, both properties require that the school district get on side. Movers and shakers, let’s see some moving and shaking! Wouldn’t community thinking people want to insure that at least one of these properties be developed for the growing long term care needs of this area? This is a chance for the School District to advocate for the community by approaching city and regional district personnel re: possible purchase rather than waiting for an outside developer to come calling. It’s the type of proactive thinking I’m seeing at the city level under our new leadership. The time for action is now. T. Lyman Jardin, Port Alberni

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Vancouver Island’s united front “can’t be ignored” From / A3 Johns is also committed to working hard in Ottawa to make sure CourtenayAlberni isn’t forgotten

when represented by an MP who’s part of neither the party in power nor the official opposition. It’s a job he

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From / A3 Party leader Elizabeth May, who became the Green’s first elected MP in 2011, retained her seat by a landslide in the Saanich-Gulf Islands riding. “That doesn’t surprise me,” Sollitt said. “She’s loved. We’re sending her off by herself again for four years. I really wanted to be part of a team that was there to help her. I feel badly putting this burden

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round. The teams were computer picked with the shotgun start at 9 a.m. After golf there were a few announcements, One of which I am happy to inform everyone that Rasmussen will continue on as club captain for the upcoming year, along with his trusty sidekick Cal Davies. The prize presentation started about 1:30 p.m., with the foursome of Jim Proteau, Ron Barker, Jim Petersen and George DeFrane emerging as the winners.

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Thinking of you Dad, but that is nothing new.

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and the day before that too. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll think about you tomorrow,

and as the years come and go.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll think about you forever, because I love you so. Although weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not together, We will never be apart. Because you have that special place, Right here within my heart. I Miss You Every Day I Love you, Michelle

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS CARDS OF THANKS WOW! THANKS million, everyone is loved. Please let me hug you. Kathy.

INFORMATION

In Loving Memory of our Granddaughter

Morgan L. Scoular

July 9, 1989 - October 23, 2012 Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not the length of life but the depth of love. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal but love leaves a memory no one can steal.

With tons of love, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bamâ&#x20AC;? and Grandpa

In Loving Memory of

Bob Tetrault

December 17, 1940 - October 23, 2007

To hear your voice, to see you smile, To sit and talk to you a while, To be together in the same old way, Would be my dearest wish today.

Love, Lorna

For those who love, time is not. Missing you today and always.

Alberni Community and Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services Society

Breaking the Cycle of Abuse Main office 250-724-7111 Transition House 250-724-2223

Denied Long-Term Disability BeneďŹ ts or other insurance? If YES, call or email for FREE initial legal consultation and protect your right to compensation.

778-588-7049 Julie@LawyersWest.ca www.LawyersWest.ca

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It is with great sadness the family of David Houghton announce his passing on October 19, 2015. Dave passed away peacefully with his family by his side. Dave enjoyed many years of fishing and camping. He was always quick to laugh and adored his children and many grandchildren. Dave is survived by his loving Wife Norah of over 18 years, his kindred spirit. Dave is also survived by his daughters Jody and Brandy (Ben) & stepsons Steve and Dan. His sisters Colleen (Dan) and Heather (Tom) as well as his brother Dale (Joan). His grandchildren Emily, Raelyn, Riley, Bryden and Alisha as well as many nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend a special Thank You to the Nurses and Doctors who provided exceptional care at West Coast General Hospital. Thank You for all of your support. Celebration of Life for Dave to be held at: Cherry Creek Hall from 2-5pm Sunday, October 25th

Dave you will live on in our hearts forever.

WILLIAM JOHN ANDREWS (BILL) July 14, 1938 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; October 18, 2015

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Dad, Grandpa, Uncle, Brother and friend Bill Andrews. Predeceased by his parents Milton and Stella Andrews; his brother-in-law Jim Finnie (2008), wife Irene (2008) after 47 years of marriage, and 21-year-old grandson Bryan Mason (2011). He will be greatly missed by his daughter Donna (John) Douglas, son David Andrews, grandson Brad Mason, and step granddaughters Charlie and Georgia. He will also be greatly missed by his sisters June (Bud) Pedersen, Dorothy Aston, Margaret (Ray) Miller, and his brother Charles (Coreen) Andrews; his many nieces and nephews, his many dear friends, as well as his partner and close companion Bev Hintz. Bill was born in Clute, Northern Ontario, lived in Norwood until the age of eight years, when his family moved out to Port Alberni, BC. Bill graduated from ADHS in 1947, and was a member of the Chieftans basketball team, which won the very first Totem Tournament (Bill was the MVP). Bill also broke a high school record running the one mile race. Bill loved his sports as a player, coach, and spectator. He played for the Alberni Athletics Baseball team, recreational hockey, and of course basketball, winning the â&#x20AC;&#x153;most sportsmanlikeâ&#x20AC;? trophy many times. He was a strong supporter of the Alberni Valley Bulldogs, and he never missed his grandson Bryanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hockey games and tournaments. Bill was a very involved member of the Alberni Athletic Association for over sixty years. Bill worked at the Paper Mill for 41 years as a tester, inspector, and then in programming until his retirement in 2000. He enjoyed a wonderful life with family and friends. His summers were spent fishing on Bells Bay at Franklin River, and swimming in Sproat Lake. He had a great time traveling abroad and on road trips throughout Canada and the USA.

Michael PEARSON July 31, 1957 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; October 9, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mike, an incredible husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Our sweet man passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, October 9th, 2015 at Ty Watson House in Port Alberni. He left us too soon after a courageous ten-year struggle against cancer. He lived a loving, colourful and musical life, bringing joy and encouragement to all who knew him. How blessed we are to have had him in our lives. We will miss his strong, warm hugs and his gorgeous smile. He was the definition of patience, kindness and love, and we will all carry that love with us in our hearts forever. Mike was born July 31st, 1957 in Nanaimo, B.C. to Mabel Eileen Pearson and Clifford Albert Pearson. He graduated from NDSS in 1975, and in 1979 he moved to Port Alberni with his soulmate and soon-to-be wife Louise. Here he began to work for Canada Safeway and was an invaluable support to Louise and Carolyn as they established Finishing Touches together in the Alberni Valley. An avid artist, Mike played guitar and sang in many bands throughout his youth and early adult life, including Nullis Secundus, Sassy, Main Street and Rekless. Since then he played guitar with Harbour City Big Band and also sang in Timbre! for several years which he absolutely adored. Attending the Hornby Island Blues Workshop every May was the highlight of Mikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s year. He was also well known for his photography, design and drawing skills including his Caricatures, highly-sought in the Valley and beyond for years. On August 21st, 1982, Mike married the love of his life, Louise. Together they shared a radiant love that will never cease. They went on to have three beautiful daughters who were his entire world. Mike is survived by wife, Louise; daughters, Larissa (Peter) Richards, Bryanna and Diana; parents, Mabel and Cliff; siblings, Neale (Denise) , and Heather (Don); brothers-in-law Bob (Cora) and Chris (Janet) and sister-in-law June; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family, and devoted friends, all of whom have been a tremendous help and comfort in his last months of life. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, November 7th, 2015 at Jericho Road Church, 5100 Tebo Ave, Port Alberni, with Pastor John Cox officiating. Everyone is welcome. Mike has requested a tie dye dress code, so please wear it if you have it (or something bright as an alternative). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ty Watson House Wish List at 2649 2nd Ave., Port Alberni, V9Y 1Z8. Many thanks to oncologist Dr. Jason Hart without whom Mike may not have had ten extra years of health with his family. Also to Royal Jubilee Hospital and West Coast General Hospital. A heartfelt thank you goes also to the staff and volunteers of Ty Watson House, including Dr. Wendy Johnson, for their support and loving care of Mike and family in his final weeks. Condolences may be offered at www.chapelofmemories.ca

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Alberni Valley Athletic Hall, 3727 Roger St, Port Alberni, BC at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 25, 2015. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Billâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory to Ty Watson House, Alberni Valley Hospice Society, 3088-3rd Ave., Port Alberni, BC, V9Y 2A5. Stories and condolences may be left for the family at www.chapelofmemories.ca.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES GET FREE vending machines can earn $100,000 + per year. All cash-locations provided. Protected Territories. Interest free financing. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629 Website www.tcvend.com. HIP OR knee replacement? Arthritic Conditions/COPD? Restrictions in Walking/Dressing? Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply Today For Assistance: 1-844-453-5372.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST II District of Kitimat

Full Time Permanent Wage $38.89-$47.05 Over 2 years Civil Technologist diploma required. Duties include surveying, design, contract preparation, and inspection on principal projects. Must be proficient with electronic survey equipment, and AutoCad 3D. Please Apply By November 3, 2015 4:30 pm, By : Fax 1-(250) 632-4995, or e-mail: dok@kitimat.ca Visit: www.kitimat.ca

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LOST AND FOUND

HELP WANTED

Dynamic Component Overhaul Technician Coulson Aircrane Limited, an Aviation Company based in Port Alberni, BC is currently accepting applications for a Dynamic Component Overhaul Technician. Requirements: â&#x20AC;˘ A minimum of 3-5 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience on a Sikorsky S-61 type helicopter â&#x20AC;˘ Self-motivated â&#x20AC;˘ Result oriented focused on quality â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent listening, verbal & written communication skills

To apply, please forward your resume by email with the position title in the subject line: jobs@coulsongroup.com

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City of Port Alberni Employment Opportunities

Maintenance Assistants The City of Port Alberni is currently accepting applications for Maintenance Assistants (Casual) at various City locations.

ELECTRIC BIKE stolen (RCMP File #2015-95-13) from Save On Foods lot Friday, Oct 16, 5:30pm if seen or have information call 250-9130242. Reward offered!

TRAVEL TIMESHARE CANCEL YOUR Timeshare. No risk program stop mortgage & maintenance payments today. 100% money back guarantee. Free consultation. Call us now. We can help! 1-888-356-5248.

WANT A recession proof career? Power Engineering 4th Class. Work practicum placements, along with an on-campus boiler lab. Residences available. Starting January 4, 2016. GPRC Fairview Campus. 1-888-539-4772 or online at; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

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includes FREE balloons, bright signs & tip sheet! *Extra lines $.50 ea GARAGE SALES 4137 CLEGG Cres North, Sat, Oct 24, 9am. No early birds! Rain or shine! 5290 HECTOR RD- Sat & Sun, 9-2pm. Miscellaneous, baskets, blankets and coats, etc... 6040 RENTON Rd. South, Oct 24 & 25, 8am-1pm. No earlies! 9-drawer dresser w/mirror, lots of Christmas, other household.

ANGEL ESTATE SALES:

Liquidation Warehouse EVERYDAY 10am - 4pm Find FREE hidden object daily! Collectibles, Antiques, Etc.

Something for Everyone! 1824 Alberni Hwy, Coombs

MOVING SALE- Sat. Oct. 24, 8am-1pm. Books to furniture & everything in between. 3646 Bishop Cres POULTRY SWAP/Garage Sale, Sat, Oct 24, 9-2pm at Farmer Billâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s across from Tsechaht Market.

Call 1-855-310-3535 by 3pm Tuesday

Substitute Instructor(s), Health Care Assistant Program Comox Valley, Campbell River, and Port Alberni Campuses Please go to http://careers.nic.bc.ca for further criteria, required qualiďŹ cations and information on how to apply to posting #100874.

GARAGE SALES HUGE ESTATE/MOVING SALE Everything must go! Offers! Offers! Tools, china, crafts, building & kitchen stuff. 100â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of books, collectibles, some furniture. Too much for the front lawn so come to the back. 3938 8th Ave., Sat and Sun, Oct 24 and 25, 8-3pm. LOVE OF LEARNING FUND RAISER. Flea market and Loonie TwoonieTseshaht Cultural Centre, 5211 Wattyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rd. Sat. Oct. 24, 9am-4pm. Grand prize: 39â&#x20AC;? RCA TV. For more info, call Linda at (250)724-7152 or text (250)730-0677. All proceeds to student costs. Thank you for your support. SAT. OCT. 24, 8am-noon. Household, DVDs, CDs, kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, etc. 3965 Whittlestone Ave SATURDAY, OCT 24th, 9am1pm, 2836 15th Ave. No Early Birds Please!

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

COMING EVENTS

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Interior Heavy Equipment Operator School. Real World Tasks. Weekly start dates. GPS Training! Funding Options. Already have experience? Need certification proof? Call 1-866-399-3853 or IHESHOOL.com

TRAIN TO be an apartment/condo manager. Many jobs registered with us. Good wages and benefits. Government certified online course. 35 years of success! www.RMTI.ca/enq HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

HAIR STYLISTS

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Call: 1-250-668-5885 or e-mail:careers@fchsk.ca

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD THE Comox Golf Club is seeking the services of an experienced food & beverage operator. This picturesque, 88 seat capacity restaurant is situated in downtown Comox. The successful contract operator will be required to work closely with the membership to provide services for golfers and the general public. An information package is available to interested parties by emailing cgc@shawcable.com subject line â&#x20AC;&#x153;KITCHENâ&#x20AC;? before November 15, 2015

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LEGALS

PETS PUREBRED Springer Spaniel pups ready Nov 27 shots vet check 4 males 3 girls brown or black & white reserve now 250 478-5334 $850 ea ravenhillhomestead@shaw.bc.ca

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

START A new career in Graphic Arts, Healthcare, Business, Education or Information Tech. If you have a GED, call: 855-670-9765

MEDICAL/DENTAL

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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LOST MALE Cat missing since Oct 15, lrg, dark grey, part Siamese, bright blue eyes in the Echo area of Port Alberni. Has collar and tags. If found or seen please call (778)421-5104.

PETS AND LIVESTOCK

PERSONAL SERVICES

AUCTIONS RESTAURANT Equipment Auction House- Oct 25 Brand-New Liquidation Equipment- Oct 26 Stanley Park Fish House, Arbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Starbucks - www.KwikAuctions.com

FRIENDLY FRANK AUTO FINANCING-Same Day Approval. Dream Catcher Auto Financing 1-800-910-6402 or www.PreApproval.cc GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com NEED A loan? Own property? Have bad credit? We can help! Call toll free 1-866-405-1228 firstandsecondmortgages.ca TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES HOME IMPROVEMENTS FULL SERVICE plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.

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DBL BED w/headboard, footboard & rails, $45. CCM exercise bike $45. 250-724-1059. MAYTAG DELUXE Fridge large 2 door, $80 obo. (250)731-6847.

FUEL/FIREWOOD

FIREWOOD

Dry, split and fast delivery. Call Richard (250)720-6329 MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE CHINA CABINET$150. Portable entertainment centre, inclds 200 vinyl records, 24 CDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 3 cassette tapes, $250. New commode chair, $75. (250)723-5945. SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Madness sale!â&#x20AC;? All buildings, all models. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll think weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gone mad deals. Call now and get your deal. Pioneer Steel 1800-668-5422 or visit online: www.pioneersteel.ca

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED FIREARMS. ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1-866-9600045. www.dollars4guns.com.

LEGALS

Island Timberlands LP grows and harvests high quality timber products in coastal British Columbia for our customers throughout the PaciďŹ c Rim. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re proud of our team that brings a diversity of talent and a strong work ethic to achieving superior results as well as long-term sustainability for our timberlands and communities.

Island Timberlands is committed to safety & reducing the risk of wildďŹ re. This summer, we experienced very dry conditions and there were many forest ďŹ res across BC and North America. This is a reminder of how critical it is to manage forest fuels near communities.

Mid-Island Potters

THE ART OF THE FIRE 2015 Sunday, October 25 11 am to 5 pm

Parksville Community Centre 132 E Jensen Avenue

This years theme: â&#x20AC;&#x153;...a loaf of bread, a jug of wine...â&#x20AC;?

We continually manage forest fuels after harvest through secondary salvage opportunities; some ďŹ bre is left on site to provide nutrients for the next stand of trees we plant, and any signiďŹ cant fuels that remain may be piled and burned. Collectively, these methods greatly reduce forest fuels, ensure there are spaces for planting the future forest, and provide additional beneďŹ ts to the community. The burning portion of our hazard abatement program is regulated and permitted by government. Island Timberlands plans to start these activities in the coming weeks. This will only be carried out when weather and venting indices are favourable and will be conducted by experienced workers under controlled conditions. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact: environment@islandtimberlands.com

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Alberni ValleyNews NewsThursday, - Thursday, 22, 2015 Alberni Valley OctOct 22, 2015 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

RENTALS

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

WANTED NEWER C.P.A.P Machine with low usage and humidifier attached from Vital Air. Call (250)720-4969.

LAKE FRONT yr round rental. Unfurnished 1 bdrm. Laundry, moorage avail. 12 mins from town! Avail. now. Call (250)724-4055 or call or text to (250)816-7565.

REAL ESTATE

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Silver winnings

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

DOUBLE WIDE Trailer- newly reno’d, 3 bdrms, corner lot. N/P. $700. Avail Nov 1. (250)816-2624. 250-7237105.

The AV Devil Dogs return from a road tournament with silver medals, earned Thanksgiving Monday in the Rhino JDF Recreational tourney. The Devil Dogs won their semi-final in a shootout to appear in the gold medal game.

HOMES FOR RENT

OPEN HOUSE

Sat & Sun, Oct 17 &18 991 Petersen Road Perfect Opportunity for a home and free business. Daycare could pay your mortgage if you want to keep it running or simply enjoy the privacy of 1 acre, 2300 sq ft close to school and town. 250 286 0634 www.991petersen.com

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

ON SPROAT Lake- 2-bdrm, fully furnished house. Heat & elec incld. NS/NP. Avail. now. (250)723-3398, after 5pm. S. PORT Alberni: 3 bdrm, 1 bath, fully fenced yrd. $900/mo. Call 250-723-0379.

SUITES, LOWER NORTH PORT: Furnished 1 bdrm, N/S, no drinkers. Close to centre. Call (250)724-1397.

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PORT ALBERNI- Bachelor available Nov 1. Heat/hydro/cable included. Call 250723-2289. STUDIO WITH bdrm. Utils, laundry incld’d. Furnished. Walk to Fairway. Avail. Now. $525. Call (778)421-1170.

TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING

ANNUAL SALE 2 DAYS ONLY

FRI. OCT. 23 & SAT. OCT. 24

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO PIONEER TOWERS. Senior 55+. N/S. Studio $350. 1-bdrm $450. Call (250)724-2013.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES 2-BDRM DUPLEX- NP/NS, no parties. Avail. Nov. 1. $775/mo. Call 250-724-6082.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

20’ WILDERNESS Travel trailer (rebuilt), 4 new tires, tandem axle, everything in working order, very good condition. $3,500 obo. Call (250)7242196 or (250)723-2944.

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THE ARTS

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Still Moving at Rollin MELISSA MARTIN Arts Around

“Still Moving” is the title of our current art exhibit at the Rollin Art Centre. This exhibit will showcase the works of Meaghan Stouck and Marilyn Ridsdale. Stop by the gallery Saturday, Oct. 24 from 1-3 p.m. for some refreshments and a chance to meet these wonderful artists.

Halloween at Rollin

Halloween is the perfect day to spend at the Rollin Art Centre. This family friendly event begins at 11 a.m. outside on the terrace, where you will pick a pumpkin and begin carving. It’s $5 per pumpkin. If you can’t make the day of carving, you can take it home to carve but don’t forget to bring it back for the light up and possibly win a prize and ribbon in your age group. Starting at 4 p.m. the gardens will be a maze of brightly lit jack-o-lanterns. Vote as many times as you like for your favourite carved pumpkin. It’s $2 per vote and proceeds go to BC Children’s Hospital and future children’s programming. Some

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Wood Duck Reflections by Meaghan Stouck is one of the pieces currently on display at the Rollin Art Centre.

carving tools will be on hand.

Patsy Cline at the Capitol This family-friendly musical production runs from Nov. 6-22. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door and are on sale at Rollin Art Centre, theatre box office and online. Reserved seating only.

McLean Mill Xmas market

The McLean Mill Christmas market is always a favourite event here in the Alberni valley. Room is still available if you are interested. This year’s McLean Mill Christmas market will

once again take place on two weekends, Nov. 27-29 and Dec. 5-6. If you are interested in renting a table, for one weekend or two, there is still room. For more info or to register for this magical event, stop by the Rollin Art Centre for your application, or call 250-724-3412.

Magic Cottage gift sale

The Magic Cottage will be brimming with an amazing assortment of affordable, one-ofa-kind items from artwork, original fashion pieces, fine jewellery and much more,. Open Nov. 21 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Nov. 22 from 10 a.m.-5

p.m., Nov. 28 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Nov 29 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at 3945 Fourth Avenue.

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Cooper at Char’s

Kenneth Paul Cooper plays a show at Char’s Landing at on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 2:30 p.m. The singer-songwriter will be performing the songs and stories that helped shape his life in an intimate acoustic performance. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door.

What’s on at Chars:

• Saturday, Oct. 24, 8-10 p.m., Beverley McKeen band - West Coast Hop - folk/pop/ jazz • Sunday, Oct. 25, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Kenneth Paul Cooper – The Time Has Come - Lessons To Learn And Tales To Be Told • Tuesday, Oct. 27, 7-9 pm, Mike Evin – album release tour. Melissa Martin is the Arts Administrator for the Community Arts Council at the Rollin Art Centre.

at the Capitol

Theatre

The Rocky Horror IMPROV show Saturday, 7 pm, October 24, tickets $5 at the door.

Raise the Reds Halloween dance Oct. 31 @ Italian Hall featuring the band Big Fun. Fundraiser for PPDS to buy new Red Curtains. Tickets available at the box office and online

A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline

Opening November 6. Tickets Available at Capitol Box Office, Rollin Art Centre AND Online

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AND PEOPLE WHO HAVE

Newspapers and their sites outperform all other media in engaging Canadians, including highincome Canadians, boomers, moms and even young adults.

THING IN COMMON.

All of which makes advertising in newspapers a very smart move.

NEWSPAPERS

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Thursday, Oct Oct 22, 22, 2015 2015 -- Alberni Valley News News Thursday, Alberni Valley

PAT & GERRY

CITY of PORT ALBERNI

Hickey

APPOINTMENTS TO COMMITTEES/COMMISSIONS

Home Grown Real Estate Pros We know Alberni Valley

11080 Lakeshore

NEW LISTING

$330,000 LAKE VIEWS

• 3 plus 1 bedroom (master suite on second level) • Vaulted ceilings, two bath, one car garage • Enjoy the privacy from your spacious concrete patio • Just under ½ acre of private lake view property

2503 15TH AVENUE

October has been proclaimed “Community Living Month” by Port Alberni City Council. The Port Alberni Association for Community Living (PAACL) annually

celebrates the strengths and achievements of people with developmental disabilities. For more info, call 250-724-7155 or admin@paacl.ca.

• 2 bedroom family home • Fireplace, hardwood floor in living room Corner fenced lot with loads of • Parking Separate 1 bedroom “in-law” suite Call Pat or Gerry

6416 Beaver Creek Rd

One member at large position is available for a two year term, with the opportunity to serve a maximum of six years.

$218,500

COUNTRY CHARM

BOARD OF VARIANCE This Committee is mandated under Community Charter legislation and meets as necessary to consider applications to vary conditions of the City’s Zoning Bylaw where compliance would cause a person hardship. The City is seeking three Board members for a three year term.

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Detailed information about each of the above Commissions/Committees and their specific roles can be found on the City’s website at www.portalberni.ca Residents interested in volunteering their time to sit on any of the above-noted Committees/ Commissions are invited to submit a letter of interest by Friday, November 13, 2015, to the attention of: Davina Hartwell, City Clerk City of Port Alberni 4850 Argyle Street Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1V8 Email: davina_hartwell@portalberni.ca

Mid-Island Realty Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

4213 PRINCESS RD

7215101

Celebrating PAACL

$225,900 VALLEY VIEWS

ALBERNI VALLEY HERITAGE COMMISSION The Heritage Commission advises City Council on matters related to heritage issues in the region, as well as provides community input to the staff of the Museum and the Heritage Network; acts in a coordinating role to integrate community priorities with volunteers and staff; provides a forum for the exchange of information between the various community heritage organizations.

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Meet your new pharmacy team and ask about our health services: t Prescription delivery service t Flu & booster vaccinations t Free safe disposal of sharps and unused medication

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New customers welcome!

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Proclaiming Community Living Month at city hall are, from left: Norm Bisaro, PAACL board; Coun. Ron Paulson; Michael Booth, self-advocate; Susan Waldie, PAACL president; Coun. Denis Sauve; Coun. Sharie Minions; Mayor Mike Ruttan; Craig Summers, PAACL executive director.

The City is seeking to fill five member at large positions for either one or two year terms, with the opportunity to serve a maximum of six years.

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COUNCIL IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM INTERESTED PARTIES FOR THE FOLLOWING: ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION The Advisory Planning Commission (APC) is an advisory committee that makes recommendations to City Council respecting land use issues in the City and is empowered by the Advisory Planning Commission Bylaw and the Provincial Local Government Act.

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FRIDAY NIGHT RIBS Served with baked potato and caesar salad

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PER PERSON

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OCT. 30th Halloween Party

$4 / LARGE $8

ADULT COSTUME PARTY & DANCE FEATURING : LAZY MIKE AND THE ROCKIN’ RECLINERS FOOD SPECIALS AND REGULAR MENU • COSTUME PRIZES • TICKETS $10 IN ADVANCE 80 TICKETS AVAILABLE • RESERVE YOUR ROOM AT SPROAT LAKE INN NOW! TICKETS AVAILABLE AT DELLAS CAFÉ & GROCERY & DRINKWATERS SOCIAL HOUSE

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“The Monet” - AVOCADO, TOMATO, PROVOLONE & SPINACH

Salads: “The van Gogh”- SPINACH, DRIED CRANBERRIES, FETA, TOASTED PECANS & MANDARIN ORANGE SEGMENTS ........................................ $8

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RHM Donair & Subs

“Caesar Salad” .............. HALF $4.................. FULL $8

• Specialty Coffees • Decadent Desserts • Sticky Buns & Cinnamon Buns • Soups, Salads & Sandwiches

Eat In or Take Out 778.421.0705

9AM - 9PM FRI & SAT • 9AM - 4PM SUN • CLOSED MON

Harbour Quay

EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY 5-9 PM Prime Rib & Yorkshire .........$24.95 Greek Platter .......................$19.95

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REGULAR MENU AVAILABLE

250-736-1100

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$5 FOR RU RAL, DEBIT AT THE DOOR

Schnit Faced Saturday

3 different choices of schnitzels

We take pride in our home cooked products. Everything is made fresh.

• Mushroom Gravy Schnitzel • Sweet Curry Schnitzel • Cordon Bleu Style Schnitzel

SMOKIN’ HOT PRICES NOTHING OVER $10 3169 2nd Ave (Between Argyle & Athol ) Preorder - Call 778-421-5221

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LUNCH & DINNER

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Roast Beef & Yorkshire .......$13.95

(INCLUDES DRINK & CHIPS OR COOKIE)

TAX INCLUDED

OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK 9AM - 6 PM TUES, WED, THURS

EVERY SUNDAY 4-8 PM

BUY A FULL SIZE ASSORTED SUB COMBO DEAL

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Sandwiches

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Dinner

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4139 STEEDE AVE CUSTOM BUILT Saturday October 24 12:00pm to 1:00pm

339,900

• Alberni Valley views • 4 bedroom & 3 bathroom • Heat pump & new windows • First rate location

WELCOME TO THE MAPLES

399,900

#11 9624 LAKESHORE RD

OPEN HOUSE

4036 9TH AVE HOME & SUITE Saturday October 24 1:30pm to 2:30pm

244,900

• Immaculate home • 2 bedroom suite • Shop & double carport • Amazing covered deck

SPROAT LAKE

#12 9624 LAKESHORE RD

• Sproat Lake waterfront • 2 bed, Den, 2 bathroom • Wood floors & maple cabinets • Beach & private moorage

2415 ANDERSON AVE

• 4 bedroom & 3 bathroom • Natural Gas fireplace • Double garage • Alberni Inlet views

294,900

D L O S

1 - 5373 TEBO AVENUE

219,900

NEW PRICE

• Hardwood floors • 3 bedroom & 2 bathroom • Heat pump & garage • Desirable neighbourhood

RESIDENTIAL

OCEAN VIEWS!

3725 MICHIGAN RD

• Well maintained home • 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms • Natural gas fireplace • Amazing location

189,900

D L O S RESIDENTIAL

ENCHANTING CHARACTER

• Truly special home • 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms • Wood floors & fireplace • 0.22 acre grounds RESIDENTIAL

WEST COAST CONTEMPORARY

214,900

NEW PRICE

• 5 bedroom & 3 bathroom • Fireplace & woodstove • Large 66’ x 154’ lot • Attached workshop

FEELS LIKE HOME 3938 8TH AVE

• Fir floors & fireplace • 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms • 2,458 sq.ft. of space • 46’ x 125’ fenced lot

5736 GRANDVIEW RD

• Beautiful 1.2 acre lot • 1,095 sq.ft. farm home • 2 bedroom & full bathroom • Partly fenced lot

179,900

D L O S RESIDENTIAL

234,900

D L O S RESIDENTIAL

RESIDENTIAL

PEACE AND QUIET

299,900

RESIDENTIAL

4613 NORTH CRES

• Oak floors & fireplace • New roof & gas furnace • 2 bedroom in-law suite • Garage & attached shop

RESIDENTIAL

NORTH ALBERNI

239,900

2520 5TH AVE

5755 BROWN RD

• Located on Somass River • Year round private moorage • 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms • Fireplace & Sauna

RESIDENTIAL

NORTH ALBERNI

RIVERFRONT! 5962 RIVER ROAD

• Sproat Lake waterfront • 1 bed + den, 2 bathroom • Wood floors & maple cabinets • Beach & private moorage RESIDENTIAL

BEAUTIFUL HOME

349,900

209,900

SOLD RESIDENTIAL

LIVE CAREFREE #4 5131 GERTRUDE ST

134,900

NEW PRICE

• Open concept & vaulted ceilings • 2 bedroom & full bathroom • 900 sq.ft. patio home • Carport & storage locker RESIDENTIAL 7250266

OPEN HOUSE

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