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Ayson Amann, left, Piper Tilley, Hazel Smith and Millie Haslam aren’t thrilled about meeting Santa Claus at the North Oyster and Area Historical Society Christmas Pancake Breakfast on Saturday. More than 200 children and their families turned out for the society’s annual fundraiser event hosted at Cedar Community Hall.

Christmas countdown starts with Black Friday Black Friday means ’tis the season for Christmas shopping, if it wasn’t already. The day after U.S. Thanksgiving is an increasingly busy shopping day in Nanaimo. Nola Dunn, Woodgrove Centre marketing director, said the mall doesn’t record sales for

specific days, but 33,287 consumers shopped at Woodgrove last Black Friday, compared to 35,072 on Dec. 26. “I think that [may] have something to do with more people have Boxing Day off as a vacation day or a holiday day as opposed to Black Friday

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R u t h e r f o rd E l e m e n t a r y School is still on the chopping block, pending sufficient funding from the province and a final vote from Nanaimo school trustees. The school district recently concluded consultation with stakeholders regarding an updated facilities plan and a Rutherford recommendation remains similar to one suggested by staff in September. Staff suggest shuttering the north-end school by June 2017, with nearby Frank J. Ney Elementary school expanded to accommodate some displaced students; however, the B.C. Ministry of Education has not committed funding. The two parties have met, according to John Blain, school district superintendent. “The conversations were about what are the things we need to do to get ourselves into the queue … and one of the pieces is that we need to be in a position of readiness if there are flexible monies to come out of the ministry, not in the normal capital expenses. “What that means is if a project falls through, something like that, and they have some extra capital, we may be able to

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Twelve needles found in park I CITY STAFF concerned for children’s safety at Maffeo sutton Park. BY TAMARA CUNNINGHAM The News BulleTiN

Twelve drug needles found dumped in Maffeo Sutton Park children’s playground this fall was a shock to city horticulturalist Margaret Mills, who says it’s a rare find and “very upsetting.” But it’s nothing new for the downtown community, which is grappling with an uptick in discarded drug paraphernalia. A parent alerted Mills, who maintains the waterfront park, on Oct. 20 that there were 12 needles left in the children’s playground. Six were still in a package, while the other half were used. While the horticulturalist has found more in other areas of downtown, it’s the first time she’s seen needles in the kids’ park. She combs the area for garbage in the morning regularly, saying it’s important to her and those with young kids. “I take that stuff kind of personally because … I maintain that park and have for years, and I would not want my own grandchildren or children to pick up something like that,” she said. In Nanaimo’s downtown

there’s been an increase in the past two years in discarded needles, according to police and city employees, who note an increase in the use of injectable drugs. Police report an increased use of heroin and meth and have seen new transient drug users. Two times this year a “massive amount” of used needles were dropped in parks, and in Piper’s Park alone, volunteers estimate they’ve found 50 discarded needles in the last six months, said Al Britton, the city’s manager of parks operations. “You always find a few here and there, but this year has just been prevalent with needles. It’s been crazy,” he said. Efforts have been underway to manage the problem, including a boost in safe disposal boxes from four set up in 2011 to 10, but people are still advised be aware of the issue. “A lot of it is getting the public to realize that … this is going on and just don’t assume the place is going to be safe when you let a kid run in there,” said Britton. “You need to be aware in the downtown area we have a large homeless population and they, from time to time, will leave a needle laying around. “You would hope that they would stay out of a kids’ play park, but they don’t.” John Horn, the city’s social

planner, said Maffeo Sutton Park is not a popular destination for people who want to share drugs because so many people use the space, but users do congregate in public spaces like parks and school yards, streets and sidewalks. Most local long-term intravenous drug users know what the needle boxes are for and dispose relatively safely, but some don’t, he said. Bylaw officers and city gardeners do regular morning checks of public spaces and the police educate users on safe disposal. The parks department hired the Commissionaires on a trial basis to disrupt late-night and early morning activities at Piper’s and Deverill Square parks. No communication strategy has been launched to inform the public about discarded needles, but it is a possibility, Horn said. The city typically works with downtown neighbourhoods that are affected by the problem. “That’s a fairly alarming message to send to 86,000 people – watch out for needles – when really the problem is pretty much the downtown core,” Horn said. If anyone finds a used needle, they are asked to call Nanaimo’s bylaw department 250-755-4422 or the Commissionaires on the weekend at 250-758-5222.

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Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation has hired a new chief executive officer. John Hankins, 51, who currently operates John Hankins International Consulting Service in Okotoks, Alta., will replace former NEDC CEO Sasha Angus, who resigned in July. Hankins, originally from Somerset, England, has run his consulting business since 2012, looking to open new domestic and overseas markets. Before that, he was based in Calgary, where he devised, planned and

led international business role it’s getting to meet peomissions, according to his ple, getting to understand the biography on his company climate and how people work website. in that environment and fitHankins, who takes over as ting in,” Hankins said. NEDC CEO in the first week of Nanaimo mayor Bill McKay January, describes Nanaimo said Hankins had already as an “up-and-coming city made contact with him Tueswith so much day morning to potential … that’s introduce himself very much poised and to arrange to for future growth.” meet McKay and the Hankins has a rest of city council. daughter attend“He’s been left ing the University with a very compeof Victoria and will tent staff and a good move to Nanaimo solid foundation with his wife in upon which he can the new year. He build,” McKay said. said he wants to Andre Sullivan, JOHN HANKINS become familiar NEDC board chairwith the work already under- man, said Hankins brings a taken by the NEDC board and blend of economic developongoing files and determine ment and private sector the board’s initial priorities experience. before trying to integrate Annual salary for the NEDC some of his own ideas. CEO position is $130,000. “Anytime you start a new photos@nanaimobulletin.com

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them from the law. He sees licensing and regulation happening only after the federal government changes the rules. “People seem to believe that if the city simply licensed them and regulates them from a landuse perspective that all of their problems will go away. Nothing could be further from the truth,” he said. Coun. Gord Fuller said council is in an information-gathering stage. “There’s just way too much to look at right now… Vancouver, Victoria and now Port Alberni are all looking at different options with dealing with the dispensaries and I think we’re going to have to look at a Nanaimo option,” he said. The RCMP investigation into dispensaries is ongoing. Fisher told the News Bulletin enforcement became a priority as people brought forward concerns about what they saw in dispensaries. While the detachment superintendent is listening to political views on the issue, he says he has to make a policing decision for the community at the end of the day and with information others may not be privy to. Action is also based on the laws of today. The Nanaimo RCMP never said it was going to take action immediately with dispensaries. “We said we are giving you ample opportunity to make a decision and we’re letting you know we do view this as illegal activity and after the seven days you may very well be subject to some sort of enforcement action,” he said. “That’s exactly what the message said and that’s still the way it stands.”

A man accused of stealing poppy donations has received five months in jail. Anthony edward Britt, 49, was arrested Nov. 6 for his fourth alleged poppy donation jar theft. Britt appeared in Nanaimo provincial court Nov. 24 and did not receive credit for the 14 days he has already served prior to his court appearance. he has been in custody since his arrest.

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Police have taken no e n f o rc e m e n t a c t i o n against medical marijuana dispensaries since the deadline for storefronts to shut down passed last week, giving the Nanaimo Cannabis Coalition hope it’s won a cooling-off period. But the Nanaimo RCMP never said enforcement would come on day eight or nine, says Supt. Mark Fisher. Ten medical marijuana dispensaries were given a seven-day deadline from the Nanaimo RCMP on Nov. 12 to shut down or face potential enforcement, including arrests of employees and patrons on site. While some dispensaries did close storefronts temporarily last week, coalition spokesman Matthew O’Donnell said they are currently open and there have been no raids. Members are still worried, however, about the threat of police action, according to O’Donnell, who hopes a cooling-off period has begun. The coalition is now seeking government regulation and appeared at a council meeting Monday with Canadian Association of Medical Cannabis Dispensaries president Jamie Shaw to pitch the idea. Civic politicians made no move to look into regulating dispensaries as other communities, like Victoria and Port Alberni, have done. Mayor Bill McKay called it an illegal activity and said regulating dispensaries won’t shield The Season of Giving

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Robbery re-enactment Jocelyn Matwe, Shaw TV videographer, left, zooms in on a Nanaimo Crime Stoppers re-enactment Wednesday of a robbery at James General Store, portrayed by actors Raymond Albert and Nicole Lanuel on Wednesday. The store on Victoria Road was robbed Nov. 15 by a man wielding a long knife or machete and the crime remains unsolved. Anyone with information about the robbery, please contact the Nanaimo RCMP at 250-754-2345, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or visit www.nanaimocrimestoppers.com.

Eco-school promoted at Paris conference BY KARL YU The News BulleTiN

A YouTube video featuring Departure Bay EcoSchool students will be shown at an expo at the United Nations’ climate change conference in Paris this month. The school received eco-academy designation by Nanaimo school district in March and the video features older students asking world leaders to make changes to help the environment. Younger students discuss what they like about being out in nature as part of

their instruction. Paige Fisher, Vancouver Island University professor, has student teachers at the school, and she asked principal Lisa Frey if Departure Bay wanted to make a video. Frey said the video is part of a project by the Pop-UpFoundation, an environmental program looking to separate resource dependency and environmental issues. “Basically, the underlying idea is ... there are lots of youths in schools doing really cool things to work towards a better planet and so the idea is, let’s

start networking and sharing those ideas. Let’s hear about what other places are doing and let’s learn from each other,” said Frey. Steve Rae, school board chairman, said the board is proud of the students and their accomplishments. “This is just another example of how bright our future is,” said Rae. “When we have young kids who are committed to such a fantastic cause, it’s exciting for us all.” To view the video, please visit www.nanaimobulletin.com/news. news@nanaimobulletin.com

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retail outlets, 36 per cent of products saw more of a discount on Boxing Day. Regardless, both days are great for retailers, said Dunn. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

Man arrested in Tahsis bust A man from Nanaimo was arrested in Tahsis as part of an ongoing drug investigation. The early-morning arrest happened Nov. 18 when police stopped a vehicle on its way out of Tahsis. Police allege Mario Kurtakis, 29, of Nanaimo, resisted arrest and attempted to flee from police, who also found and seized a significant amount of marijuana packaged for distribution. The traffic stop and the ongoing investigation provided grounds for a search warrant, which was granted. Nootka sound RCMP members and Campbell River RCMP Forensic identification section searched a residence at 452 Alpine View Rd. in Tahsis where they found and dismantled a marijuana grow operation. Kurtakis has been released to appear in provincial court April 15 to face charges of production of a controlled substance, possession for the purpose of trafficking, resisting arrest, escaping lawful custody and flight from a peace officer.

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Kids get a say on environment Maybe some of Nanaimo’s young environmentally minded students can teach the grown-ups a thing or two. Departure Bay Eco-School produced a YouTube video that will be shown at an expo at the United Nations’ conference on climate change this month in Paris. Students are the stars, suggesting priorities for politicians. They ask for expanded environmental education in schools. They ask for more solar power generation and electric vehicles. They ask that we stop cutting down old-growth forests and polluting rivers, lakes and oceans. They ask that we do more. Their requests are straightforward, simply spoken, and yet in those few words, they manage to summarize what many of us want. We do hope for real outcomes from the UN conference in Paris, and there is reason to be encouraged. This week’s first ministers meeting with the prime minister and the premiers in Ottawa, which set new climate targets and policies including, crucially, in Alberta, provides our country’s Paris contingent with greater legitimacy. We expect that our new federal government, anxious to make the impression of following through on campaign promises, will wish to be able to report back favourably to Canadians. We’re a little disappointed that our country’s standing emissions targets are to be considered ‘a floor,’ which means that standing pat is a possibility. But we like to think there will be urgency at this climate conference, because we know the time to act is today. We know the time to act was yesterday. In our capacity as movie critics, we give Departure Bay Eco-School’s video two thumbs up.If that’s what we’re sending to Paris, then we’re sending the right message.

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Lights out for opponents of Site C dam The fall session of the B.C. tion. That money would be used legislature petered out two days to build wind and solar generaearly last week, as the ruling tion, and to install a sixth and B.C. Liberals and the opposifinal water turbine at Revelstoke tion NDP agreed to turn out the dam. energy-efficient lights and head The chances of Site C being for home. stopped are approaching zero. NDP leader John Horgan Construction of an access road skipped the last day and started two months ago, site headed to the B.C. Institute of clearing and work camp conTechnology campus in Burnaby. struction a month before that. There he announced ‘PowerB.C.,’ Energy Minister Bill Bennett says billed as the NDP’s the main dam con“bold, progressive struction contract will B.C. plan for the future of be let shortly, followed VIEWS B.C. energy, with a by the powerhouse Tom Fletcher strong focus on jobs.” contract next year. Black Press Reporters asked, Horgan said remainhow many jobs? ing legal challenges Horgan said retrofitcould slow or stop the ting public buildings project. and homes for energy The West Moberly efficiency would creand Prophet River ate jobs all around the First Nations have lost province, but he can’t their case against Site say how many. C twice, in the B.C. How much does the plan cost, Supreme and federal courts, and and does it include subsidizing are appealing. The Doig River homeowners to fix their winand McLeod Lake Indian Bands dows and insulation? “The costdropped their challenges, and ing will be more apparent when McLeod Lake’s construction we get closer to the election,” company has started work on a Horgan replied. Site C contract. Whatever the cost, the NDP West Moberly Chief Roland plan apparently rests on the Willson staged a dramatic proassumption that the $9 billion test at the legislature last spring, Site C dam project on the Peace bringing a cooler of frozen bull River can be stopped by an NDP trout from a river below the government after the 2017 electwo existing Peace dams, telling

media they were too contaminated with mercury to eat. Flooding land for hydro dams does elevate methylmercury levels in water, but B.C. Hydro provided me with the latest study that included fish samples collected by West Moberly members. It shows average methylmercury levels remain below federal guidelines for commercially sold fish. A coalition of U.S. and Canadian environment groups is also demanding that Site C be stopped, trotting out the claim that it will be used to power liquefied natural gas operations. Most proponents so far have said they will use gas for LNG processing, and if they don’t have hydro available for ancillary power, they will have to burn more gas. B.C. Hydro has just finished its latest grid upgrade, a second high-voltage transmission line from Merritt to Coquitlam. It adds disaster reliability to the system that brings power from the Peace and Columbia dams to the Lower Mainland. If you’re arguing that hydroelectricity isn’t renewable power, you’ve already lost. ◆ Tom Fletcher is columnist and legislature reporter for Black Press.

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Rushing to welcome refugees feels like misplaced priorities To the Editor,

As a compassionate Canadian, like many, I feel we can accept refugees, but feel the rush to fulfill a political promise creates security and health concerns. To use our military bases for housing also concerns me. When I look around my country and see the condition of some of the housing on the First Nations reserves and the amount of homeless people walking

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the streets of our cities and sleeping on the streets I wonder where our priorities are and if this is more about politics and votes. Being our brother’s keepers should begin at home.

Gardo D. Gurr Nanaimo

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Why is it necessary to spend $500,000 in government advertising, designed to convince us that despite broad public opposition, having 25,000 refugees enter our communities is a national demonstration of our ‘compassionate values?’ The Liberal government fears a backlash from private sponsors who have waited months or years to assist a refugee family, only

to have their own government ‘jump the queue.’ They also fear that having landed, any refugee subsequently deemed inadmissible will use the Canadian Charter to avoid deportation for years to come. Lastly, this publicly funded plea to our better nature is designed to neutralize wide and wellfounded concern over public safety.

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Re: Mayor isn’t best choice to represent city abroad, Letters, Nov. 10. It was a shame that Mayor Bill McKay felt he had to follow the rest of the sheep to China with Premier Christy Clark as she once again tries to give more of our province away. Her provincial nominee program does nothing for those of us bornand-raised B.C.ers who would love the opportunity to own an existing business here. Ten years ago, I would have jumped at the chance to learn a new business; I still would, if I had government backing. It wouldn’t take much for a government to purchase a business and allow someone local to run it, and build up some equity to be able to repay and take ownership. If the mayor and city council ever get their collective acts together, maybe the space behind the conference centre would get filled, and just possibly, we could have a homegrown foot ferry. We need to petition the B.C. Liberal government to start paying its share toward getting these projects started.

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Re: Mayor envisions foreign dollars, Nov. 19. The thing that jumped out was the “unlocked a new pot of money” quote. Well duh, I stayed here and know that there is a lot of money in China. Why do we want to bring it here? Do we not see what it’s done elsewhere? Vancouver house prices are merely one item on a long list of undesirable consequences. I moved here after Jim Pattison said he’d put Vancouver “on the map” with Expo ’86. Our rent in ’87 went up 25 per cent. We can trace our lifestyle impacts all the way back to that moment. He did put us on the map. I want to tell our council and mayor to stay home and work, don’t be too fast to ruin what many of us came to Nanaimo for: affordable housing, space, less traffic, slower pace, time to live, etc. Already some of these are impacted. Let’s all forget the Chinese investor, as we can see how it’s gone elsewhere. Mr. Mayor, please stay home and work here.

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Re: Mayor envisions foreign dollars, Nov. 19. I have to ask why neither the mayor nor Andre Sullivan would reveal with just whom they met? Surely the people who paid for this trip are entitled to learn what was or was not accomplished and general statements don’t cut it; we are entitled to specifics. Mayor Bill McKay says he would like to participate in another four trips during the rest of his term and presumably he expects us, the taxpayers, to once again foot the bill. I for one will resent every cent of such an expenditure unless the mayor can convince me that it really is worth it. Hopefully some potential investors will visit in the new year, however I have to hope that citizens will be given the opportunity to evaluate any multimillion-dollar proposals that may be forthcoming from China or anywhere else. Most of us enjoy the flavour of our community just the way it is and anyone who wishes to change it significantly had better be prepared to prove conclusively that such change would benefit our city.

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family, surrounded by loving friends, gathers in a parlour to decorate the Christmas tree. After the tree is decked out in shining ornaments, the children arrive, presents are given and the party begins. During the party, Clara and Fritz’s godfather presents them with a wooden nutcracker. After the revellers go to sleep, Clara returns to check on the wooden nutcracker and is swept into a magical world of forests, sweets and fairies. The classical tale of The Nut-

cracker comes to life on the Nanaimo Port Theatre’s stage during Kirkwood Dance Academy’s annual production of the ballet. The character of Clara is played by four different dancers: Madison Hovey, Abby Dishkin, Lauryn Rogers and Sophie Philip. “It’s a really good way to start your Christmas season,” said Rogers. Philip said it’s “cool for young kids to see the show and be inspired” because they see kids their own age performing. The Nutcracker production is for all ages. Hovey said the show is a

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“good family experience” people can share during the holidays and everyone worked hard to ensure it’s the highest calibre of entertainment for audience members. The dancers practised 30 to 40 hours a week, working on dance techniques and acting cues. Becoming Clara was a challenging task. “She has a different connection with each of the different characters,” said Dishkin. “It was hard to find the character of Clara at first. She is very innocent and she has a lot of imagination.” The role of Clara is demanding. She is on stage for the

majority of the production. Philip said the dancers have had to adjust because usually they do solo or group performances. Each of the dancers loved the chance to learn the pas de deux, a partner dance with the nutcracker, played by guest performer Matthew Cluff from Ballet Victoria. The ballet shows Friday (Nov. 27) at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $26, $21 for students and $15 for children under 12. For tickets, please call 250754-8550 or go to www.portthe atre.com. arts@nanaimobulletin.com

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The magical wonderland of Christmas comes to Nanaimo for four days during the annual Kris Kringle Craft Market. For many, it’s an event people look forward to every year, said Veronica von Conruhds, senior elf for the Kris Kringle Craft Market. “It really gives them that warm, fuzzy experience about Christmas,” she said. “It’s about leaving your worries at the door and entering the Christmas experience. The Grinches are left outside.” The goal of the organizer is to have people leave happier than when they arrived. The market features the wares of more than 150 artisans and daily roving entertainers Kris Kringle, Karole Kringle, The Merry Minstrel and more. There is face painting, gingerbread cookie decorating and free carriage rides. “It’s like putting on Christmas for 12,000 people,” said von Conruhds. “The elves have worked hard all year.” The market has partnered with the Salvation Army. People can donate food, clothing or money to the charity. Partial proceeds from photos with Kris Kringle also go to the organization. The market’s man cave offers samples of the Longwood Brewery and Arbutus Distillery’s wares. Nanaimo vendor Janine Wood, owner of Solera Designs and Solwood Essentials, is launching her new holiday season clothing line

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She said it’s a “lovely event.” “She (von Conruhds) uses us as little elves to decorate the building,” said Bossi. “She brings the people out.” Bossi, a vendor who works on her business full time, said the market is a great opportunity to sell her wares. The Kris Kringle Craft Market is Thursday (Nov. 26) to Sunday (Nov. 29) at Beban Park. Admission is $10 a day/ $8 seniors and students or people can buy a four day pass for $15. Children under 12 years old, accompanied by an adult, are free. For more information please go to www. kriskringle.ca. The German Cultural Centre, located at 71 Caledonia Ave., hosts its 14th annual Christmas Fair Friday to Saturday (Nov. 27-28). Friday the fair is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday it runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It features stained glass, carved and pysanka eggs, traditional Swiss and German baking, quilted items and more. Admission is free. This Saturday there are several craft markets. Departure Bay Elementary, located at 3004 Departure Bay Rd., hosts its third annual Holiday Market, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fairview Community School also hosts it Christmas Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Money raised goes toward the school’s PAC programs. The One Stop Christmas Shop: Craft Market runs at Wellington Hall, located at 3922 Corunna Ave., noon to 5 p.m. Clay Tree Society, located at 838 Old Victoria Rd., hosts its Second Annual Christmas Craft Fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nanoose Place, located at 2925 Northwest Bay, hosts it Christmas craft fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Robin Hood and his men try to foil the evil plans of the Sheriff of Nottingham during the Gabriola Players’ latest production. The players present the panto Robin Hood and His Merry Men Nov. 27-29. “Like all good pantos they are based on fairy tales and adventure stories,” said Miranda Holmes, director of the production. Audience members will see all the iconic characters, including Maid Marian, Little John, Friar Tuck and Will Scarlet. “They are just really, really silly in true panto tradition,” said Holmes. “There are a few little nods in different directions with elements of Monty Python and a little bit of Mel Brooks.” Holmes said she focused on creating a “good family show.” The annual fall panto is the Gabriola Players’ major production of the year. It’s a musical with a twist on modern songs. People can hear

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Ali Prince plays her ukulele in the marsh at Pipers Lagoon. Prince has previously performed in the Live at Longwood acoustic music series, which is held every Thursday night at the Longwood Brew Pub at 8 p.m.

The south end has the Dinghy Dock, the Queen’s, the Cambie and other live music venues, but what about the city’s north end? That was the question posed a few years ago to the founder of GotPop? Concerts, Andrew Roberts. “I had people ask me, ‘why isn’t there any shows in the north end of town?’” he said. “That was a good point.” So Roberts, who knew that some nor th-end restaurants hosted the occasional live music performance, set out

to create a live music series similar to that of the On the Dock series and reached out to the Longwood Brew Pub. “They needed help up there,” Roberts said. Ownership agreed and in the spring of 2013, Live at Longwood acoustic series was born. “We were looking for ways to keep people there [at the pub] longer,” said Mike Campbell, owner of the Longwood Brew Pub. “We decided to give it a shot and it has been great.” Live at Longwood takes place ever y Thursday night on the top floor of the pub. The acoustic series, which is free and for all ages, features musicians from Nanaimo and surrounding areas. Regular perform-

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show and open to all ages so the audience is diverse as my sets.” Prince says the cozy atmosphere of the Longwood makes for a great show. “I like that it’s an intimate stage so you’re able to interact with the audience,” she said. After two years of hosting the series, it has not just attracted regular customers, but changed the atmosphere of the Longwood. “We’ve got regulars that come and want to see the music and it has built up really nicely,” Campbell said. “It brings a whole different atmosphere that the Longwood doesn’t usually see. It has just been a lot of fun.” All shows at the Longwood begin at 8 p.m. and are held on Thursday nights. The next Live at Longwood performance features Mikaila Tombe and is tonight (Nov. 26). reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

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Situated near the shores of Protection Island sits the Dinghy Dock Pub, the nation’s only floating pub. It’s a place where, for years, musicians have gathered on a regular basis to showcase their talents. But it wasn’t always that way. In 2010, singer-songwriter Daniel Wesley had recently begun performing as a solo acoustic artist. “Daniel had been playing a lot of shows with a band at Old City and the Queen’s, but then he started doing his acoustic thing and then I thought, where would it be good to have him?� said Andrew Roberts, founder of GotPop? Concerts. Roberts knew that musicians sometimes performed at the Dinghy Dock, so he decided to give the floating pub a shot. “I hadn’t really gone over

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Andrew Roberts, founder of Got Pop? Concerts, started the On the Dock Series back in 2011.

there and I had heard about it that musicians were playing there,� Roberts said. “We announced the show, announced the sale and it sold out within a week. So we added a second show and that sold out within a week. Then we added a third show and that sold out.� The performances at the Dinghy Dock were so popular and the experience was so positive that a year later, Roberts

decided to create On the Dock, a biweekly acoustic series that features local musicians and bigger acts. “Those shows went really well so I wanted to see how we could keep using that,� he said. “We’ve been able to have some amazing acts there.� Getting to the Dinghy Dock isn’t as simple as walking into a bar. One boards a ferry at Nanaimo Harbour for a 10-minute crossing that providing spectacular views. “It is a great experience to go on the ferry and come back,� Roberts said. “You’re not just walking into a bar. This is something special.� Roberts loves heading over to the Dinghy Dock Pub, regardless of the weather. “I still have fun going on the ferry even when it is cold and rainy because you’re going to a floating pub.� David Bitonti, Brian Hazelbower and Genevieve Rainey perform Friday (Nov 27). For an expanded version of this story, please go to www. nanaimobulletin.com.

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Bank supports VIU program Vancouver Island University’s ‘Su’luqw’a’ Community Cousins program received a major boost from RBC. The Aboriginal student mentorship program received $40,000 this week to continue its community outreach and professional development training. Participants also take part in cultural activities and team-building sessions led by staff and an elder-in-residence. “Community Cousins went a long way to opening my heart and helping me find my voice,” said Troy Barnes, one of the participants, in a press release. More than 20 Community Cousins have benefited from the program since its inception in 2011.

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Come see what all the buzz is about! The Quality Foods at Northridge Village is in the final stages of a major renovation, and your patience has been very appreciated by all of us. One visit to the amazing full service deli section and you’ll agree that it was worth the wait. Although we have some work to do, we’re thrilled that your old favourites are back, plus many never-seen-before features for our Nanaimo shoppers!

REAL WOOD SMOKED! A unique and delicious new offering that you won’t find anywhere else in these here parts, pardner. Slow-cooking with maple logs and black cherry wood is the secret to amazing meats like pulled pork, beef brisket and barbecue ribs!

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Thursday, November 26, 2015

Nanaimo News Bulletin 23

Come see what all the buzz is about! The Quality Foods at Northridge Village is in the final stages of a major renovation, and your patience has been very appreciated by all of us. One visit to the amazing full service deli section and you’ll agree that it was worth the wait. Although we have some work to do, we’re thrilled that your old favourites are back, plus many never-seen-before features for our Nanaimo shoppers!

REAL WOOD SMOKED! A unique and delicious new offering that you won’t find anywhere else in these here parts, pardner. Slow-cooking with maple logs and black cherry wood is the secret to amazing meats like pulled pork, beef brisket and barbecue ribs!

Pulled Pork

1

It’s the triumphant return of our famous deli and hot Chinese food, and it’s better than ever if that’s even possible! Dinner for Two

24

95

LET US CREATE YOUR SALAD YOUR WAY

ISLAND SMOKEHOUSE

Island Smoke House

HOT CHINESE FOOD

ROCCO’s ATHENTIC RECIPE PIZZERIA

It’s a fresh idea in how you create your salad! Select your salads base, choosing from greens, lettuce or spinach. Your server then adds just the ingredients you want, adds your topping selections and tosses it all there on the spot for you. Another great fresh food value.

99

All Rocco’s pizzas are made in store, and are hand streached with an authentic italian crust, hand-made from scratch! Pepperoni or Cheese

10

$

PERK AVENUE CAFÉ

There’s more just around the corner! Enjoy your hot food selections, grab a quick soup and sandwich or relax with a hot cup of coffee and charge your phone at one of our phone charging stations.

5

Breakfast Wrap $ Perk Avenue

Meal

INTERNATIONAL CHEESE WORLD We’re famous for our international cheese selection, and the newly expanded department is cheese at its finest! Alexif de Pontneuf

Coconut Brie Cheese 1/4 Wheel

AUTHENTIC ITALIAN CRUS T, HAND -M ADE FR OM SCRATCH!

Rocco’s 16” Pizza

per 100gr

GRAB & GO HOT MEALS Occasionally life gets a little hectic and the day can get away from you. With these complete hot, ready-toenjoy meals, you may never cook again!

FORNOBAKEDPIZZA

8

$

Quality Foods Northridge Village #101 - 5800 Turner Road, Nanaimo, BC Phone: 250-756-3929

CAKE CENTRE WARNING: Exquisitely decorated, always fresh

GET THE APP!

and delicious cakes and pastries are too tempting to walk past. Shop the store’s far aisle at your own risk!

2 Layer Cake • • • •

Mocha Java Decadent Chocolate Lemon Truffle Cookies & Creme

9

99

www.qualityfoods.com Copyright © 2015 Quality Foods and its licensors. All Rights Reserved. Photos for Presentation Purposes Only • All QF Stores Email: customerservice@qualityfoods.com

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The Fiat brand has two very special custom-designed space vehicles on show at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show. Fiat is displaying a custompainted 500e Stormtrooper car, in support of the Star Wars: The Force Awakens movie, opening Dec. 18. The exterior livery is inspired by the armour of the First Order Legion, with a two-tone black and white custom painting of the car body. The windshield and the side windows are wrapped to bring out the immediately recognizable visor and helmet of the stormtrooper. Inside, everything is in black and white, too, with total custom front and rear seats upholstered in leather. The dashboard is painted in white and bears the Star Wars logo and a First Order insignia can be found on the two-tone leather-wrapped steering wheel. Also displayed is a customwrapped DVF (Diane von Furstenberg) Fiat 500X. Mattel’s Hot Wheels picks up the movie theme with a beast of a car named for

The Canadian Automobile Association notes that winter can wreak havoc on just about every part of a vehicle. Drivers should take their vehicles for a tune-up and inspec-

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Ride sharing expands to cool cars

ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. BCGMCDealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the cash purchase of a 2015 Terrain, Acadia, Sierra LD Crew Cab, and Sierra LD Double Cabs. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer trade may be required. * Applies to oldest 15% of dealer inventory on Terrain, Acadia, Sierra LD Crew Cab, Sierra HD gas models as of November 10, 2015, and all remaining 2015 Sierra LD Double Cabs. Valid November 13 to 30, 2015, on cash purchases of select vehicles from dealer inventory. Not compatible with special lease and finance rates. Credit is tax exclusive and is calculated on vehicle MSRP, excluding any dealer-installed options. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this cash credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details.** Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov).

They’re taking ride sharing to a whole new level south of the border. Audi at home is offering a ready-todrive fleets of six vehicles exclusively for residents of select luxury properties in two states. On the West Coast, the car share scheme will operate at Lumina by Tishman Speyer, San Francisco’s largest luxury condominium project currently under construction, while the Four Seasons Residences in Miami will offer the service on the East Coast. The service will soon expand to other major U.S. cities. Residents will be able to book a vehicle instantly and tailor their choice to the kind of driving they expect to do. The fleet currently includes the Audi S7, S5 Cabriolet, SQ5, TT Roadster,

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Q7, and RS5 Cabriolet. “Spontaneity, personalization and customization is core to the Audi at home service,” said Mark Del Rosso, chief operating officer, Audi of America. “It provides residents a truly premium experience that suits their

daily life and needs, whether it’s a car for a quick getaway out of the city or an extra vehicle for visiting guests.” The reservation process is simple: interested residents register through the property’s concierge and use a mobile website to reserve the vehicle of their choice. Upon the conclusion of the reservation, residents simply return the Audi vehicle to the property valet. All Audi at-home vehicles are equipped with Prestige trim, and 24/7 live customer care is offered for drivers’ convenience. Rates – still to be announced – will be charged either hourly or daily. This rate covers services including cleaning, fuel, insurance, local tolls and unlimited mileage.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING December 3rd 2015 at 7:00 pm

There will be a Public Hearing on Thursday, December 3rd 2015, 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.4500.091, 4500.088, 4500.092 and 4500.093. 1. BYLAW NO. 4500.091 .Purpose: To rezone the subject property from Single Dwelling Residential (R1) to Single Dwelling Residential - Small Lot (R2) in order to facilitate a small lot subdivision.

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.Location(s): 2578 Rosstown Road, as shown on Map A.

File No.: Rezoning Application - RA00360 This bylaw, if adopted, will rezone the subject property in order to permit a small lot subdivision with five parcels. The subject property is legally described as LOT A, SECTION 19, RANGE 5, MOUNTAIN DISTRICT, PLAN 22743.

2. BYLAW NO. 4500.088 Purpose: To permit a liquor retail store within the Brooks Landing shopping centre to be relocated from 1 Terminal Avenue (Howard Johnson) to 2000 Island Highway (Brooks Landing). Location(s): 2000 Island Highway, as shown on Map B. File No.: Rezoning Application - RA000357

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This bylaw, if adopted, will rezone the subject property in order to permit a liquor store within the Comprehensive Development District Eight Zone (CD8). The subject property is legally described as LOT A, SECTION 1, NANAIMO DISTRICT, PLAN VIP84049.

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3. BYLAW NO. 4500.092 Purpose: To make 12 text and 12 mapping amendments to Zoning Bylaw 4500. Location(s): Various File No.: ZA1-51 This bylaw, if adopted, will amend “ZONING BYLAW 2011 No. 4500” in order to: 1. Amend definition of Gross Floor Area to exclude exterior wall assemblies (excluding cladding) thicker than 165cm 2 and up to 9.29m for space exclusively dedicated for green building systems. 2. Add a definition of ‘Brew Pub’ and amend definition of ‘Neighbourhood Pub’ to include a Brew Pub. 3. Amend Subsection 6.5. to add front and side yard setback projections for cantilevered solar shading devices, photovoltaic panels, and green walls. 4. Move wording regarding the number of commercial vehicles permitted on a residential lot from home based business regulations to the vehicle restrictions section; and, restrict commercial vehicles related to the property residents’ employment. 5. Amend Subsection 6.22.5. concerning property boundary adjustments to clarify that a boundary adjustment of 10% of parcel size is permitted. 6. Amend Subsection 7.2.2. to revise condition of use requiring the front door to be on a different street and to specify that one front door must be on the flanking side and the other facing the street. 7. Amend Subsection 7.3.1. to allow two detached units in the (R13) zone. 8. Amend perimeter wall height requirements to include the outside face of a shed roof within the calculation. 9. Add a liquor store as a site specific use for the property located at 4750 Rutherford Road (North Nanaimo Town Centre). 10. Increase the maximum allowable floor area ratio (base density) within the Woodgrove Urban Centre Zone (CC4) from 0.45 to 1.25. 11. Amend Subsection 16.5.2. to amend the density section of the Comprehensive District Zone Five (CD5) to clarify City of Nanaimo that permitted density is the same as that within the Mixed-Use Corridor Zone (COR2). Developmen 12. Amend Subsection 16.9.9. of the Comprehensive District Zone Nine Community (CD9) to remove the phrase from “within the yard setbacks” from lot coverage. 13. Rezone a portion of 5784 Linley Valley Drive from PRC1 to PRC2, as shown on Map C. 14. Rezone 3665 Rock City Road from AR2 to PRC1, as shown on Map D. 15. Rezone 3840 Stronach Drive from R10 to PRC1, as shown on Map E. 16. Rezone 5600 Vanderneuk Road from R10 to PRC1, as shown on Map F. 17. Rezone 3842 Stronach Drive from R10 to PRC1, as shown on Map G. 18. Rezone 310 Arbot Road from R10 to PRC2, as shown on Map H. 19. Rezone 5020 Laguna Way from R10 to PRC1, as shown on Map I. 20. Rezone 2570 Kenworth Road from I2 to PRC1 as shown on Map J. 21. Rezone 5649 and 5650 Linley Valley Drive from R10 to PRC1, as shown on Map K. 22. Rezone 5781 Linley Valley Drive from R10 to PRC1, as shown on Map L. 23. Rezone 5338 Smokey Crescent from R10 to PRC1, as shown Map M. 24. Rezone 2103 Bowen Road from R7 to COR1, as shown on Map N.

4. BYLAW NO. 4500.093 Purpose: To add a definition of ‘wine store’ within Zoning Bylaw 4500. Location(s): N/A File No.: N/A

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This bylaw if adopted will add a definition of ‘wine store’ within City of Nanaimo “Zoning Bylaw 2011 No. 4500” and require rezoning for the sale of wine.

City of Nanaimo - Community Development Department Service and Resource Centre - 411 Dunsmuir Street Phone: (250) 755-4429 Fax: (250) 755-4439 www.nanaimo.ca

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WANT TO MAKE A WRITTEN SUBMISSION? If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submissions must be received no later than 4:00 pm, December rd 3 2015, to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing. Written submissions can be provided by any of the following methods:

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IN PERSON: Drop off at the Service and Resource Centre, located at 411 Dunsmuir Street EMAIL: Email should be sent to public.hearing@nanaimo.ca WEBSITE: Submit comments directly through the City’s website at www.nanaimo.ca/publichearing MAIL: City of Nanaimo, Community Development Department, 455 Wallace Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 5J6

2103 Bowen Road

Following the close of a Public Hearing, no further submissions or comments from the public, or interested persons, can be accepted by members of City Council, as established by provincial case law. This is necessary to ensure a fair Public Hearing process and provide a reasonable opportunity for people to respond.

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WANT TO FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION? th IN PERSON: A copy of the above-noted bylaws and related documents may be inspected from November 24 2015 to rd December 3 2015, from 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday (excluding statutory holidays), at the City of Nanaimo, Community Development Department, Service and Resource Centre, located at 411 Dunsmuir Street. WEBSITE: Access the rezoning application information for Bylaws 4500.091 and 4500.088 on the City’s webpage: www.nanaimo.ca/whatsbuilding What’s Building In My Neighbourhood? QR CODE: Use the QR code next to the applications on your mobile device to go directly to the online information. If you would like more information about Public Hearings please go to the City website at www.nanaimo.ca and use the search function to find the ‘Public Hearing Information Sheet’, which contains many frequently asked questions.


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Free Admission • Raffle • Concession ANNIVERSARIES

LEGALS Notice is hereby given that on Dec. 3rd, 2015, U-Lock Mini Storage, 4388 Wellington Rd, Nanaimo will sell the contents of the lockers listed below. Ryan Barnes 1215A Marcel Stevens 2701B Stephanie Mushka 1557B They will be sold by online auction from Dec. 3rd - Dec. 7th, 2015

ANNIVERSARIES LOST AND FOUND LOST SET of keys in the vicinity of Meredith and Boxwood. If found please call (250)758-0582.

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STREET BANNER DESIGN COMPETITION No. 1699 The City of Nanaimo invites amateur and professional artists and graphic designers to enter a competition for the design of street banners to be installed on major streets throughout the City of Nanaimo in the summer of 2016 & 2017. A one-time only, scheduled non-mandatory information meeting is being offered on Thursday December 10, 2015, Start Time: 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Pacific Time at the Nanaimo Ice Centre (Lounge), 750 Third Street, Nanaimo, BC. All interested Participants are encouraged to attend. Documents are available at the City of Nanaimo website at www.nanaimo.ca under the Business section, Bid Opportunities. Submission Deadline:

3:00 p.m.(15:00 hours), Pacific Time, Friday, January 8, 2016 Delivery Methods:: 1) Hand or courier delivery to the Purchasing Department which is located at the City’s Public Works Department at 2020 Labieux Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6J9; or 2) Electronically to: purchasinginfo@nanaimo.ca Please Note: Maximum electronically submitted file size is 8 MB or less. Questions: Please direct all questions regarding the Street Banner Design Competition to the Culture and Heritage Department by email to: cultureandheritage@ nanaimo.ca or phone: (250) 755-4483. The City’s preferred communication is email. The City is not obligated to accept any Submissions and reserves the right to reject all Submissions or cancel this competition at any time. SILVIA REID, SCMP BUYER 2020 LABIEUX ROAD NANAIMO BC V9T 6J9

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

FIREARMS & Collectibles Show. Nov. 29, 8:30am - 1pm. Eagles Hall; 2965 Boys Rd, Duncan. Firearms, Sporting goods, Militaria. 250-746-7812

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Beefs & bouquets BOUQUET To the B.C. Ferries worker who went above and beyond to help fill in the required information for the travel assistance form. It helped us get on the ferry on time for a medical appointment. BEEF To the Nob Hill neighbour who complains about parking in the neighbourhood and then chooses to leave their driveway empty and park on the street, leaving less spaces for visitors and those without driveways. BOUQUET To Emily, who found and kindly returned my stolen red wallet from the bushes. It is encouraging to know that there are people who go out of their way and truly care about others. BEEF To the rude customers who drink and drive and don’t even have the decency to gargle or chew gum before they talk in your face. BOUQUET To the couple in the booth behind us who paid for our dinner. By that time they had left, so my friend and I didn’t get to thank them. We are both seniors and so appreciated this act of kindness. We hope you read this as we would like to thank you. BEEF To beefer who beefed about the Harewood skate park. Why so bitter? You should be happy kids are getting their exercise instead of playing on technology all day. BOUQUET To Const. Cottington of the Nanaimo RCMP. He does his police home work, acts in a professional manner and cares about the community. We who live here should be honored that he makes a conscientious effort to make our streets safe. He taught me that no matter how minor the offence, it is important that we do our part to make the situation right. BEEF To those who let their dogs run on the top field at McGirr Elementary School. Pick up your dog’s poop. The kids playing at recess and lunch should not have to worry about stepping in your dog’s poop.

BOUQUET To Pharmasave staff at Beaufort Centre. One found me an ice cream bar and let me stay and eat it. BEEF To transit for no longer making bus schedules available unless you are on the bus. We don’t all have computers and smart phones. BOUQUET To Cindy at Haven House for her sage advice and unwavering support during the past two years. Also, deepest heartfelt thanks to Cam, previously stationed with the RCMP in Nanaimo, for his extraordinary calm, empathy and professionalism during my time of crisis. I am now in a safe place and think of you often. BEEF To the flu vaccine. I got my shot but I still got the flu bug. BOUQUET To the kind lady who chased after me in the parking lot of Country Club Centre to return my debit card which I had left in the ATM. Thank you. BEEF To Premier Christy Clark. If you still continue to tell falsehoods about the wonders of LNG and spend the imaginary money that the B.C. taxpayers do not have, you will get the Pinocchio nose.

BOUQUET To Rick Mace Construction for the awesome job he did in refacing our kitchen cabinets. I would highly recommend his work. Great people to deal with. BEEF To the pregnancy centre. You advertise as being non-judgmental and impartial, but you clearly have other opinions. I don’t appreciate having your personal beliefs brought into a discussion about my life. BOUQUET To Rotary Club of Nanaimo North for sponsoring a monthly community breakfast at the Salvation Army New Hope Centre. Your good work is appreciated. BEEF To the person complaining about the Star-Spangled Banner being played at the Remembrance Day services. Veterans from Bremerton, Wash. come every year to participate and honour our veterans. Canadians and Americans fought side by side, protected each other and nursed each other’s troops during the Second World War. If you really must be bitter, consider directing it toward our enemies, not our allies.

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BOUQUET To the parents and trick-ortreaters who were out on Halloween in the Rutherford school are. You stopped to listen about our missing little dog. Thank you. We found her safe and sound. BEEF To insurance companies whose 201516 calendars mark numerous religious and cultural celebrations, including Star Wars Day and Kwanzaa, but have glaringly omitted National Aboriginal Day. This is not just embarrassing, but unconscionable oversight. BOUQUET To Pomme Natural Market. I went there looking for gastro-relief capsules. They did not have any on the shelf; a staff member, Pablo, phoned about five stores to see if they had some and found some for me. BEEF The Nanaimo RCMP are giving notice to stores selling marijuana. I do not hear the RCMP giving notice to the marijuana growing plant in Cedar. If it is fair for one it should be fair for both. BOUQUET To Marlene. Words cannot express our appreciation for everything you did for me before and after surgery. Thank you, dear friend. BOUQUET To the Remembrance Day organizers for playing the Star-Spangled Banner at the Nov. 11 ceremony. More than 30,000 U.S. citizens joined the Canadian Armed Forces between Sept. 10, 1939 and December 7, 1941. Some switched to the U.S. forces after Pearl Harbor; the majority did not. I salute our American friends and neighbours. BOUQUET To Angel and her enthusiastic and energetic zumba classes. She makes hard work fun with good music, great moves and comical facial expressions. Her work ethic and positive attitude are greatly appreciated.

Submit your own Beef or Bouquet 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 the big hedging job on Gleneagle. Well done by Douw of Gardens Alive. Our yard looks great. BEEF To the lady who walked into a grocery store at closing and asked for “cases on sale.” The cashier asked you what type of cases and you were very rude to her. She was trying to do her job and you didn’t give her a chance.

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BOUQUET To Mitch and Graham at Newcastle Nissan for my new 2011 Murano. It’s great and so are you guys. Thanks for going the extra mile.

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BEEF To the government. I know that every Muslim is not a terrorist, but is it worth letting in 25,000 refugees if even one of them is a terrorist?

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VIU Mariners on top in PacWest volleyball

Star’s scoring leads Clippers I

SHELDON REMPAL has seven goals in his past three games.

The VIU Mariners can be found in their usual top spot in the women’s volleyball standings, though they took a bit of a different route to get there. Vancouver Island University’s women’s v-ball team won two more matches on the road against the Douglas Royals last weekend, extending its streak to eight in a row in Pacific Western Athletic Association play. At one point during the streak, the Mariners won 19 out of 20 sets. It’s a far cry from where the team started, getting swept in the season-opening matches against the rival Camosun Chargers just five weeks ago. “Ever since, we’ve regrouped and we’re playing excellent volleyball,” said Shane Hyde, Mariners coach. After those initial losses, he said the team needed to go back to the drawing board, and that’s what happened. “We tweaked our defensive style quite a bit, we simplified a few things and then we just started to build on our confidence and our work ethic,” Hyde said. Defence and blocking have been getting noticeably better, he said, and serving has been fantastic. “So all the basics, we really went back and really hammered it out and made sure that we had it in check before we moved forward and I think that’s helped us

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heldon Rempal says the Nanaimo Clippers are winning hockey games because they’re “fired up,” but that’s only part of the story. They’re also winning because their star forward is on fire. Rempal is the B.C. Hockey League’s Player of the Week after scoring seven goals in his last three games including a hat trick and a game-winning goal in double overtime Saturday against the Cowichan Valley Capitals. “He’s been on fire,” said Devin Brosseau, Clippers captain. “When you have a guy like that on your line – speed, skill, a natural scorer, if he’s available, you’ve got to get the puck to him.” Rempal said He’s been on it’s the whole line that’s been fire. You’ve clicking, as he, and got to get the Brosseau centre Matt puck to him. Hoover have been able to find routes to the opposing goal. The line can look dominant at times, as if it expects its shift to end in a goal. “You don’t think that when you come on for a shift,” Rempal said. “It’s not always about scoring, it’s mostly about keeping the puck out of your end, getting in the offensive end and getting some good pressure going and then good things tend to happen.” Defence leads to offence, he said, and it’s an important balance with coach Mike Vandekamp continually stressing the team’s systems and structure.

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“If we’re playing the system in our own end, then I think we’ve got a little leeway with Mike in the offensive zone,” Rempal said. “He’s given us the opportunity to be a little more creative and I think we’ve taken that opportunity and done well with it.” The numbers prove it. Rempal is second in the BCHL in scoring, one point back of Tyson Jost of the Penticton Vees. The season isn’t yet at the halfway mark, and already Rempal has matched his career best for points, 53. As a comparison, no Clippers player has scored 60 points in a full season since 2010-11. Fans are fortunate to be seeing Rempal scoring his goals at Frank Crane Arena this fall. He and Brosseau were supposed to be playing NCAA hockey at Clarkson University, but “some stuff happened behind the scenes,” Rempal said, so the 20-year-olds instead returned to junior for one final season. It provided Rempal with a something-toprove mentality. “I definitely wanted to come in and prove that I could have been at that level this year. [I’ll] just keep a steady head and keep going the way I’m going and hopefully bring it into next year.” First, though, there’s this season to enjoy, and a lot more goals to score and a lot more team goals to attain. The Clippers aren’t at the level right now that they need to reach to be championship calibre, said Rempal, but that’s all part of a team’s progression. “There’s definitely a lot of stuff we still need to work on,” he said. “But I see a lot of good things every day.” GAME ON … The Clippers visit the Victoria Grizzlies on Friday (Nov. 27). sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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Nanaimo team beaten in tag title match The main event featured tables, ladders and chairs, and then at the key moment, interference. The Nanaimo tag team of B.J. Laredo and Scott Steel nearly won the Vancouver Island Pro Wrestling tag titles on Saturday night at the Departure Bay Activity Centre, but Ice, making his return to town, got involved. An Ice Pik superkick on Laredo resulted in a pinfall, and the champs, Billy Suede and Tony Baroni, retained the belts. “We had ’er, man, those tag titles were within our grasp,” said Laredo. “It’s not even worth calling [Ice] a Nanaimo guy anymore.” Ice explained his actions after

the match, recalling how he used to be the hometown guy in Nanaimo and it was “harmony” and “magical,” but now all he hears about is Laredo and Steel. “It’s something that I should have done a long time ago, is come back and kick B.J. Laredo,” Ice said. The venue was filled to standing-room only on Saturday. “VIPW is growing, skyrocketing,” said Brent LaPlante, event promoter. “If we can just build on that, who knows?” BELL TIME … VIPW will return to town on Jan. 23, when Laredo will face Ice in what’s being billed as the ‘Battle of Nanaimo.’ sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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as outstanding female offtrack athlete and Jayden Watson as outstanding male off-track athlete. Makala Mitchell was recognized as having been the outstanding athlete at the 2015 Nanaimo Track and Field Club Meet. Hope Stewart was named as most improved female athlete on the year, while Cameron Martiniuk was named as most improved male athlete. The female sportsmanship award was presented to Amy Morris and the male sportsmanship award went to Carter Higgins. Also honoured at the awards banquet was longtime publicity director Terri Doughty. She was presented with the 2015 President’s Trophy for her service and dedication to the club. I would like to add my personal thanks to Doughty, who has decided to step down from her role. For the past several years she has done an exceptional job of keeping local media types fully informed of track club activities. We may be in the off-season now, but volunteers and athletes are already looking forward to another exciting track and field season. Whatever your sport, a reminder in closing to play your hardest, play fair, and show good sportsmanship.

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The VIU Mariners can’t be beat in league play, so they’re looking outside their league for competition. Vancouver Island University’s men’s basketball team plays a pair of exhibitions this weekend (Nov. 28-29) against the Northwest Christian University Beacons, a National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics team from Eugene, Ore. The M’s (7-0) are undefeated in Pacific Western Athletic Association play and are ranked No. 1 in the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association. The Beacons are 5-2 so far in their preseason schedule.

In other men’s basketball news, forward Jason Fortin was selected at the PacWest’s Athlete of the Week after helping his team to wins over the third-place Langara Falcons and second-place Quest Kermodes. Fortin scored 13 points, pulled down 13 rebounds and made five steals against Langara and then posted another double-double against Quest with 16 points, 13 boards and five more steals. GAME ON … Saturday’s tipoff time is at 6 p.m. at the Vancouver Island University gym and Sunday’s game gets underway at noon. Admission is free for VIU students, $6 for adults, $4 for seniors, alumni and teens and $2 for children. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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Sport awards seeking nominations Nominations are now being accepted for the 11th annual Nanaimo Sport Achievement Awards, to be held Feb. 12. There are categories for indi-

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Thursday, November 26, 2015

Nanaimo News Bulletin B5

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Thursday, November 26, 2015

Nanaimo News Bulletin B7

Stay at home and shop locally on Black Friday

Dr. Jesse Petreman 250.758.4175

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