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The City of Nanaimo will pay less than half of its bill for a facilitator hired to help councillors get along. The municipality announced Tuesday council unanimously agreed in camera to pay the Integrity Group $20,000 rather than the full $48,000 invoice. The mayor, who hired
the Integrity Group, was absent from the meeting. The press release states the $20,000 was in accordance with a 2015 agreement with the Integrity Group and “added to this amount” was $28,000 for work undertaken with the mayor. The city has not released the 2015 agreement nor the paper trail showing authorization of the costs as requested by the News Bulletin, saying those documents are still in camera. Coun. Bill Bestwick, council spokesman, said the mayor has been asked
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to provide information on the additional expenditure but no decision has been made on whether the city will pay the rest of the cost. Mayor Bill McKay told the News Bulletin that council never authorized $20,000 at the beginning, saying “they authorized it yesterday,” and there was no budget for the work. The estimate for that amount was provided by the facilitator to then-city manager Ted Swabey and the mayor. McKay said he does not agree with council’s recent decision.
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“A contractor has done work with us in good faith,” he said. “I followed the process that was provided to me by the previous city manager and believed that the process was being followed.” The mayor hired the Integrity Group in June, telling the News Bulletin then that morale was at an all-time low at city hall and the business of the city was not getting done. He also said council was in favour of the process, which was about changing relationships. See ‘COUNCIL’ /4
Neighbourhood group dissolved without vote from society members BY TAMARA CUNNINGHAM THE NEWS BULLETIN
The results were in and it was unanimous. Sixty-four people voted with coloured cards to expel five directors from their neighbourhood society. Trouble was, the society had already been dissolved – and it didn’t take a single vote to do it. Neighbours of Nob Hill Society, a nine-yearold community group in downtown Nanaimo, was dissolved last month and its members are now working to restore it. It was one of 18 neighbourhood associations listed on the city’s website, which can bring neighbours together to act as a voice for the community and liaise with the City of Nanaimo. NEIGHBHOURHOOD The Nob Hill group SOCIETIES can bring was closed after forneighbours together mer directors Stathi to act as voice of Tsangaris and Doug community and liaise Hiltz, who claim with City of Nanaimo. there was infighting and a refusal of mediation, took matters into their own hands Jan. 27, signing documents to start the process of dissolving the society through the B.C. Registry Services. Members on both sides of the issue have painted a picture of divided leadership in the months before the dissolution and the attempt to expel members. An extraordinary meeting on Jan. 29 was held to expel five members including Hiltz and Tsangaris, according to Tereza Bajan, cochairwoman of the now defunct society, who claims they were on a review committee for the association’s constitution and bylaws and submitted documents to B.C. Registry without votes by the membership. Hiltz, however, said they gave people four opportunities to voice their opinion on the constitution before it was sent.
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Nanaimo city councillors will spend up to $20,000 more on a core services review. Nanaimo politicians agreed at an open meeting Monday to increase the cost of their contract with Western Management Consultants, which includes the Vancouver Island Conference Centre and the potential to repurpose part of the facility. Previously, expenses were $228,900. City council also agreed to a plan for the second phase of the core services review, which has been underway since December. It’s set to look at areas like transportation, bylaw and parking, as well as arm’s-length groups, providing information on the delivery and financing of city services, efficiencies, savings and improvements, a press release shows. Council included the Downtown Nanaimo Business Improvement Association and the conference centre in the work in January. According to Tracy Samra,
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the city’s interim chief administrative officer, additions to the review amount to an increase of up to $20,000, including $5,000 to look at the business association, $5,000 for public engagement and communication activities and $10,000 for the conference centre. The city also has a market analysis underway for the centre, separate from the core review. That study will look at the needs of the facility to succeed as a conference centre with a hotel and whether, when compared with other conference centres, its rates
are too high, Samra said. “In terms of the core services review, VICC is going to be looked at from its operating agreement and its operations and whether or not the terms and conditions of the operating agreement are appropriate, as well as looking at potential repurposing of a portion of the VICC,” she said. “So at the end of the day, council will be able to assess the VICC fully [with a] comprehensive review of it so that you can make decisions about its future.” The work is expected to be completed this May. news@nanaimobulletin.com
Mounties arrest four suspects after man abducted Nanaimo Mounties have four suspects in custody following a police pursuit triggered by the beating and abduction of a man at gunpoint. Police responded to the TD Canada Trust parking lot at 9 Nicol St. at about 12:20 a.m. Monday after they were called about a man who was bleeding and screaming for help. The victim, who was treated by B.C. Ambulance attendants, told police he was at a rural roadside location south of Nanaimo where he had arranged to meet someone to buy car parts. When he got out of his vehicle, he was accosted and severely beaten by two men he didn’t know. According to police, the suspects put the victim in
his truck. He told police that one of the suspects pointed a handgun at him and drove him back into town so he could withdraw money from his bank account. The other suspect followed in a black Jeep Wrangler. An armoured car and armed guards were servicing the ATM when they arrived, so the victim took to the opportunity to escape and ran toward the guards as the suspects fled in both vehicles. The victim was taken to Nanaimo Regional General Hospital and treated for injuries to his head and hand. Shortly before 5 a.m., a black Jeep Wrangler with four occupants sped away from an RCMP member on patrol,
who chased the Jeep through Nanaimo and northbound on the Nanaimo Parkway. The Jeep stopped in a driveway on Harwood Road in Lantzville where the four occupants jumped out and started running. Two men and two women were apprehended after a brief foot chase taken up by several officers and a police service dog. One of the suspects was found in possession of a pellet handgun and the Jeep’s owner reported it stolen later that day. The victim’s truck was eventually found parked in a Nanaimo residential area. The suspects remain in custody and the investigation is continuing. photos@nanaimobulletin.com
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It was expected to cost up to $50,000. By September, the mayor said the cost had hit $50,000 for the first phase. It was a number he said came from Swabey, and the mayor authorized the increase, which had to do with additional hours of work. By January, council had put the work on hold to get information on costs and results of the contract. McKay said it was his initiative to prevent an intervention by WorkSafeB.C. He had an employee “begging” for a change in behavior. “I took it upon myself
to initiate this process to show staff, to show my city manager and his staff, that council was taking proactive steps to create a safe and respectful workplace for them,” he said, later adding that council was not informed about changing costs, but it was not their initiative to approve. “It was the mayor as the CEO of the organization trying to take proactive steps to prevent a WorkSafe investigation.” Bestwick said in some cases the mayor can make spending decisions on his own, but there is a procurement policy for
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The provincial budget is balanced, but there’s a difference of opinion about whether it strikes the right balance. The B.C. Liberal government made its budget announcement Tuesday in the legislature. “A balanced budget is critically important,” said Michelle Stilwell, a Liberal minister and MLA for Parksville-Qualicum. “It’s showing that we here in British
Columbia are steady and we’re stable, we continue to be leaders and really, we’re the envy of the country compared to other provinces.” Leonard Krog, NDP MLA for Nanaimo, said he’s delighted the budget is balanced, but said it’s only balanced in terms of revenues and expenditures. “Ultimately, balancing a budget, for a government, is a fairly simple process except for the politics of it,” he said. “What we’ve really seen is a government year after year says, ‘we’re giving you lower taxes,’ but in the meantime, bump up fixed
fees that everybody pays, regardless of their income, and that’s contributing and exacerbating the growing disparities in our society.” Finance Minister Mike de Jong announced housing affordability measures, expanded disability assistance and breaks on MSP premiums and introduced a new B.C. Prosperity Fund. Stilwell said there’s a lot in the budget that will benefit families on the midIsland, pointing to an extension of the $1,200 Registered Education Savings Plan grant, a $1,000 home renovation tax credit for people with
disabilities and $217 million over three years to the Ministry of Children and Family Development for vulnerable youths. Stilwell’s Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation is another budget beneficiary with a $456 million increase over the next three years. “It means that we are able to manage the growing caseload that we have, as well as provide some equity and fairness into the system
that we weren’t seeing for persons with disabilities across the province, as well as a moderate lift in rates,” she said. T h e p ro s p e r i t y fund, seeded with $100 million in surplus dollars, is earmarked mostly to pay down the province’s debt. The fund was a Liberal election promise, originally linked with liquefied natural gas wealth. “We in the Opposition call it the fantasy fund,” said Krog. “That was supposed
to be the natural gas riches and we haven’t one plant out of 20 that are operating. It’s a shell game to cover the biggest broken promise any politician’s made in a campaign.” He said there were many omissions in the budget speech, such as education funding, and no measures to address delays in the justice system, a shortage of family doctors, or ferry rates. Krog said the NDP will continue to raise
its concerns in the legislature and elsewhere. “Ultimately, the people of British Columbia are going to pass judgment,” he said. Stilwell said “there’s so much” in the budget for British Columbians. “Really, what it comes down to is we’re focused on creating jobs and growing the economy so that we can make these investments,” she said. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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Nanaimo school district is examining adjustments to school catchment areas. According to the school district, 321 students were enrolled in the Park Avenue Elementary School area in 2015. Based on early projections for 2016-17 and construction occurring in the area, enrolment is anticipated to increase to 387 students by 2021. As a result, staff are proposing that catchment zones be adjusted with some students in the Park Avenue area distributed to Bayview and Georgia Avenue zones. Forest Park, Mountain View and Brechin elementary catchment students would be distributed to Fairview Elementary. Georgia Avenue catchment students would head to Bayview Elementary as well. “Park Avenue is growing quickly and on the ... outlying schools we have capacity, so by shifting out of Park Avenue catchment and into Bayview and Georgia it lessens the stress on Park Avenue,” said John Blain, school district superintendent. Blain said the Mountain View
catchment area in discussion is a section that was cut off when the new Island Highway came in. “They are more accessible to Fairview than they are to Mountain View and then when we split Quarterway, we didn’t look at Fairview at that time and Mountain View, Forest Park and Brechin are meeting their capacities and projected to go over, so we’re trying to take some of the pressures in advance off of there,” said Blain. He said there won’t be an immediate effect at the schools. Changes would take effect in 2017. “When we make this decision, students that are in the schools today have the opportunity to stay in those schools. These are for families that move into the potentially new catchments,” said Blain. During facilities plan consultation last year, some stakeholders suggested that catchment for Rutherford school should be examined, but Blain said it isn’t under consideration currently. Comments can be e-mailed to communications@sd68.bc.ca before March 25. There will be an opportunity to present to the school district business committee on March 9. To sign up, please e-mail kelsey.toye@sd68.bc.ca or call 250-741-5238. Trustees will vote on the recommendation on March 30. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com
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Nearly 70 per cent of Gabriolans have voted in favour of increased taxation to pay for continuation of a community bus system on the island. Gabriola’s Environmentally Responsible Trans-Island Express (GERTIE) received federal gas tax dollars through a three-year pilot project, but with that money set to end in June, electors were asked to approve funding the service with a referendum on Saturday. Of the total 1,390 votes cast, 930 (66.9 per cent) voted in favour of providing tax dollars for transit, while 460 voters voiced dissent. With a mandate to continue with service, the trans-island express will receive $136,000 a year, with voTERS oN Gabriola $6,000 going to the island voted 66.9 Regional District of per cent in favour of Nanaimo for admintaxation to provide istrative costs, said bus service. Howard Houle, oF ToTAL 1,390 votes regional district cast, 930 were in director for the Gabfavour, with 460 riola Island area. against. Steve Earle, transisland express voTER TuRNouT in the spokesman, said referendum was 37.8 he was hoping for a per cent. stronger majority, but is still pleased with the results. Part of the money will go to pay drivers. “Up until now, all the driving has been done by volunteers, so we’ll pay drivers from now on,” said Earle. “We’ve had a paid coordinator, but we’ll be able to provide more time for that.” The service will operate the same in June, said Earle. Future plans could include adding buses to the fleet and more hours of service, he said. Houle requested a report on transit funding options back in June and said B.C. Transit couldn’t provide service hours. It is an option that will be examined should service hours become available in the future, he said. “If B.C. Transit does come up with hours, we’d certainly look at it,” said Houle. He said money for transit will remain the same unless an adjustment is made to account for cost of living. According to Jacquie Hill, chief electoral officer, 37.8 per cent of the electorate turned out to vote.
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When you choose to ride a B.C. ferry will have a direct relationship to how much money you have left in your wallet as soon as next year. The ferry corporation has been calling a recent series of discounts offered to offpeak users “promotions.” But it would be just as accurate to call them ‘research,’ and come 2017 you will also be able to call them standard practice. The details have yet to be worked out, but that is coming over the next few months, and variable pricing on ferry fares is expected be in place as soon as the computer system can be upgraded to handle it. “We are going to be introducing fare flexibility,” B.C. Ferries spokesperson Deborah Marshall said. “In
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Island Crisis Care Society workers are back on the job, pending the outcome of continued negotiations over scheduling practices. Workers put up a picket line in front of emergency women’s shelter, Samaritan House, on Nicol Street last week over new job scheduling practices that, according to their union, could call on employees to work two eight-hour shifts in a 24-hour period. About 40 of the society’s care suppor t workers in Nanaimo are B.C. Government Employees Union members. Terry Honcharuk, a negotiator with the Community Social Services Employer’s Association, which negotiates on behalf of and provides l a b o u r re l a t i o n s advice to Island Crisis Care Society, said the picket lines came down Thursday. “It’s on hiatus,” Hancharuk said. “The parties met Feb. 11 in Nanaimo with the assistance of a mediator from the Labour Relations Board and the result of that process is that they’ve signed off on an agreement that the union will cease its job action for the next few weeks.” Scheduling is still the primar y outstanding issue and the parties have until March 10 to come up with a solution and if they can’t the union will be able to resume its job action.
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Pink is in style, bullying isn’t You have to wonder if, back in 2007, when a couple of Novia Scotia high school students were buying a stack of 50 pink shirts, could they have imagined that their bullying protest would spread around the world? Probably not. They were just trying to support a fellow student who was bullied for wearing a pink shirt on the first day of school. But next Wednesday (Feb. 24) we are celebrating Pink Shirt Day (or AntiBullying Day, if you prefer) for the ninth year. And it’s five years since the United Nations took a stand and proclaimed May 4 International Anti-Bullying Day. That’s pretty good return for the purchase of a stack of cheap T-shirts. Why do people, especially kids, bully others? There are so many reasons that it would never be possible to find one answer that would fit all situations. What is common, however, is their victims. Bullies have a knack for finding the kids who are unlikely to retaliate. And they chose them because the victim is different – skin colour, nationality, size, hair colour, shape of the nose, even a shirt colour. Anyone who has been bullied knows that the old adage, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me,” is far from the truth. Namecalling and other, more aggressive forms of bullying do leave marks – marks that affect the victim for years to come. It’s a lot to ask from some pink shirts, but the annual reminder about the problem of bullying does offer hope that our culture might finally be starting to grow up. Let’s hope the word continues to spread. Bullying will likely never be wiped out completely, but we can hope to reduce its hold on society, as has been done with the once socially acceptable drinking and driving, for example. Next week, for one day, the colour pink is high fashion. And being tolerant and respectful toward others, that never goes out of style.
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B.C.’s housing czar defends drug ghettos Housing Minister Rich Coleman ince continues to convert more was flabbergasted at the angry housing and offer more rent response to his solution to the subsidies. Victoria courthouse ‘tent city,’ It’s no wonder that southern the latest tarp-covered camp to B.C. is the destination of choice. spring up in southern B.C. Coleman said it’s always been Coleman announced two tema seasonal thing, but this winporary shelters with three meals ter has been the highest in a a day and medical supports. One decade, largely due to an exodus is a former nursing home close of economic migrants from the to the courthouse squat, convedownturn in Alberta, naturally niently located near panhandling heading for B.C.’s most desirable and drug dealing spots real estate. as well as taxpayerI asked him about B.C. funded services. The two other homeVIEWS other offers indoor or less hotspots. In Tom Fletcher outdoor tent space at Abbotsford, campers Black Press a former youth cushave ignored a city tody centre, with a deadline to take down dedicated downtown structures in a threeshuttle bus so these year-old camp, after ‘victims’ of ‘homelesstemporary shelter and ness’ don’t have to costly provincial supendure B.C.’s most ports were brought generous transit bus on. A courtroom and system. street confrontation We weren’t consulted, said looms with self-styled ‘drug war the indignant spokespeople for survivors’ and their Vancouver those bringing new-looking tents legal help. to take advantage of food and In Maple Ridge, a tent camp other handouts, offered in B.C.’s sprang up next to the local warmest climate by the provSalvation Army shelter, with peoince’s most naive local governple cycling through the shelter’s ment. 15-day limit, camping and being After the reaction, which fed until they could go back in. Coleman described as “bizarre,” Mayor Nicole Read said the combined 88 housing oppor- Maple Ridge took on its own tunities are being snapped up. outreach, shelter and housing Those on welfare will have to effort because the province’s $1 fork over their $375 monthly million-a-year Salvation Army housing allowance, as the provoperation isn’t working.
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Coleman is not amused. He said he’s had no complaints about Abbotsford’s Salvation Army shelter, and Read is the only one griping. And no mayor is going to tell him how to spend provincial dollars. Maple Ridge now has two shelters with accompanying street drugs, prostitution and crime. I asked Coleman about the 10-year-study led by Simon Fraser University researcher Julian Somers on the housing, outreach and services in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. This is the heart of B.C.’s ‘housing first’ strategy, where the province has bought and renovated 30 buildings, built another dozen and poured in every possible support. The study found that the hardest cases are worse off than ever, based on court, hospital and other service records, while the influx to the notorious Vancouver drug ghetto have tripled in 10 years. “I walk the Downtown Eastside,” Coleman said. “I’ve been doing it for about nine or 10 years and I can tell you it’s a whole lot better down there.” The question is whether problems are being solved, or just better hidden from view. ◆ Tom Fletcher is columnist and legislature reporter for Black Press.
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Differing opinions provide balance Re: Opinion pages should reflect diverse views, Letters, Feb. 16. I had to chuckle at the heading your editor chose for a recent opinion page letter. It seems to me the opinion in that letter was the very opposite, that no opinions should be published that the letter writer disagrees with. I suppose if you agreed with the standard progressive definition of free speech being any speech that supports your viewpoint. If you think that an exaggeration, just look at the writer’s criticism of the letters page – apparently the folks writing in are “laughable” if they disagree with the writer’s orthodoxy. So I guess in conclusion, keep up the good work. Your
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A busload of mostly young adults will descend on a Nanaimo park, where they will let it all hang out and jump more than 40 metres off a bridge in an effort to raise awareness about mental health. On Saturday and Sunday (Feb. 20-21), more than 150 people will bungee jump naked at WildPlay Element Park in the 10th-annual Naked Bungy Jump. The event, which is also a fundraiser, is organized by the British Columbia Schizophrenia Society’s Victoria branch and aims to raise awareness about schizophrenia. Hazel Meredith, executive director for the Victoria branch of the schizophrenia society, said her branch is hoping to raise $30,000, adding that an anonymous donor has come forward and will match every donation, dollar-for-dollar, up to $25,000. “We couldn’t be more thrilled that there is someone that actually believes so much in the cause that they
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“If you Google the term ‘schizophrenia’ the images that come up are scary,” Meredith said. “I think people are scared to come out of the schizophrenia closet because there is so much stigma out there. This is an event to say that people can live good and full lives.” Meredith said the stigma around schizophrenia has lessened over the years, thanks to a changing attitude among youths. “The youths these days want to make a change,” she said. “They want to be inclusive.” The Naked Bungy Jump takes place from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Spectators can watch for a $15 donation. The event is for ages 18-plus. For more information and to register, please visit http://wildplay. ( ad 1A com/nakedbungyjump/.
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Walrond, is now available on line for preview and purchase. Google: Walron Ratoon Walrond uses a blend of memoir, history and biography to describe the roots and formation of his very multiethnic Trinidadian family. A story worth telling, one worth reading. www.lawrencemaximwalrond.com Phone 250.751. 0259 A signing/reading event will be held from 7-9 pm on 01 March 2016 at the Oliver Woods Center
wasn’t from us.” The Ministry of Technology, Innovation and Citizens’ Services stated to the News Bulletin that the B.C. Registry did not require the dissolution – it was voluntary, which means the society requested it. In an e-mail, the ministry also says in this case, the required documentation was received and there was no reason to question the “I’m Still Here” is a research-based drama on living with authentication of the docu“I’m Still Here” is a research-based drama on living with dementia created by Act II Studio, Ryerson University in mentation and therefore the “I’m Still dementia created Act II Studio, Ryerson University in Here” is a by research-based drama on living with Toronto. This wonderful piece weaves several real-life stories society was dissolved. Toronto. This wonderful piece weaves several real-life stories created by Act II Studio, Ryersonhopeful University together - to present a moving and ultimately look atin Bajan, who is now involved dementia together - to present a moving and ultimately hopeful look at dementia. in trying to restore the soci- Toronto. This wonderful piece weaves several real-life stories dementia. ety, said currently people together - to present a moving and ultimately hopeful look at Performance by: Target Theatre check off boxes and don’t Performance by: Target Theatre Date: Saturday, March 12, 2016 dementia. have to show proof. Date: Saturday, March 12, 2016 Time: 2:30 p.m. “It’s not a very efficient Time: 2:30 p.m. system that they have. It has Performance Location: Brechin Church by: Target Theatre Location: Brechin Church a lot of holes in it, but defi1998 Estevan12, Road, Nanaimo March 2016 1998 Estevan Road, Nanaimo nitely the government does Date: Saturday, not take any responsibility,” charge, accepted. RSVP required. Contact Time:No2:30 p.m.donations No charge, donations accepted. RSVP required. Contact she said. Estelle at 250-248-4591 or e-mail klassoff@gmail.com Estelle at 250-248-4591 Bajan said a message has Location: Brechin Churchor e-mail klassoff@gmail.com been sent to members that production is presented by: This production is presented by: 1998This Estevan Road, Nanaimo they are in the process of The Gerontological Nurses Association of British Columbia The Gerontological Nurses Association of British Columbia restoration and a meeting and The Alzheimer Society of B.C. and The Alzheimer Society of B.C. is scheduled for the end of No charge, donations accepted. RSVP required. Contact February. Hiltz and Tsangaris are part of a new organiza- Estelle at 250-248-4591 or e-mail klassoff@gmail.com tion, the Nob Hill Community Association, which they say This production is presented by: has 29 members.
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Never mind the choppy waters, it’s still full speed ahead for the firm behind Vancouver Island’s biggest industrial proposal in at least a generation. Despite glum economic forecasts, political opposition and upheaval for one of its key partners, the CEO of Steelhead LNG says the company is still on track to meet its planned schedule on whether to proceed with a multibillion-dollar plan to build two liquefied natural gas plants on Vancouver Island. “We are on target, given the schedule we had before,” Steelhead CEO Nigel Kuzemko said. Kuzemko’s comments come in the wake of last week’s throne speech where the B.C. government pledged its continued commitment to LNG exports, despite project delays and a global glut of oil and gas. The Shell-led LNG Canada project proposed for Kitimat has postponed its final investment decision until the end of the year, while the Petronas-led Pacific Northwest LNG proposed for Prince Rupert is also behind schedule. In June, the International
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Energy Agency warned a flood of new LNG supply was coming onto the market. It suggested new plants would struggle to get off the ground as current LNG prices would not justify the capital cost. But Kuzemko said Steelhead representatives are confident that by the time its project is operational, the markets in China and Japan will be much improved. “2020-plus is a very different market,”he said. “The excess product will be used up by then.” On Oct. 2, Steelhead LNG announced National Energy Board approval for a licence to export up to 30 million tonnes of LNG per year over a 25-year period from two proposed sites.
Steelhead had previously announced proposals to build export facilities on each Vancouver Island coast: a $30-billion facility at Sarita Bay, about 75 kilometres southwest of Port Alberni, and a smaller floating terminal at the Bamberton site just south of the Mill Bay ferry terminal. The Sarita Bay proposal is being explored with the Huu-ay-aht First Nation, while the Mill Bay project is proceeding in conjunction with the Malahat First Nation. The Mill Bay plant has come under fire from some neighbours around Saanich Inlet, who say it comes with too much environmental risk. The Cowichan Valley Regional District last week formalized its opposition
due to those environmental concerns. “We should make it clear that the Cowichan Valley, or anywhere else in B.C. For that matter, is not the place for this kind of project,” Shawinigan Lake director Sonia Furstenau said. Kuzemko said on a global perspective LNG is environmentally superior to the Asian coal plants it will replace. On a closerto-home level, he said the technology is proven to be safe and the proposal can be adjusted. Proponents point to the up to 200 direct, high-paying long-term jobs the plant is expected to provide once operational. The larger Sarita Bay project, meanwhile, remains in the feasibility study stage. It promises between 300 and 400 jobs. Job estimates on the planning and construction of each project, as well as the spin-off jobs number in the thousands. Before proceeding with either project, Steelhead LNG needs to overcome a number of regulatory approvals. Should a positive final investment decision be made in 2018 as planned, the Mill Bay plant is expected to be operating by 2022. The Sarita Bay project is operating on a timeline of a 2020 decision and a 2024 completion date.
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Family still searching for missing father By Auren ruvinsKy Black Press
The family of missing 81-year-old James Roberts from Qualicum Bay is still searching. The official search was called off Feb. 7, but family and friends are still searching and the RCMP and Arrowsmith Search and Rescue are actively following leads, said Roberts’s daughter Corinne Redgate. “We’re in regular contact with them, I don’t want people to think they just walked away,” she said, citing several cases of police responding quickly to check on leads. Roberts, who suffers with dementia, went missing around 10:30 a.m. on Feb. 4 from his home near the Lighthouse Community Centre. The search effort peaked on Feb. 6, with a record 62 search and JAMES ROBERtS rescue personnel from across the mid-Island combing the area with the help of a helicopter, dogs and horses. At the end of the week, there were about 10 family and friends regularly involved, delivering posters across the region and checking areas. The family urges people to remain vigilant by checking their own properties more than once and reporting any tips at all, no matter how small they seem, immediately to the RCMP. The best way to get involved is through the ‘Finding Jim Roberts’ Facebook page. Roberts is described as Caucasian, 6-foot-2, slender with short grey hair, last seen wearing blue jeans, a green jacket, brown-and-white hat, and glasses. Anyone with information should call the Oceanside RCMP at 250-248-6111. writer@pqbnews.com
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oFFice hourS runs at the bailey studio from Feb. 24-27, March 2-5 and from March 9-12 at 8 p.m. Matinees run on Feb. 28 and March 6 at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $18-$20. For tickets and more information, please visit www.nanaimotheatregroup. ca or call 250-758-7224.
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hat happens in six different offices, in six different cities across the country at exactly the same time? That’s the basis behind the Nanaimo Theatre Group’s newest production. Beginning Wednesday (Feb. 24), Nanaimo Theatre Group will be staging Norm Foster’s Office Hours at the Bailey Studio. The two-act production follows the working day of a movie producer, a plump jockey, a homosexual entertainment lawyer and a salesperson all at exactly same time on a Friday afternoon and how their actions impact each other without them knowing it. “It is linking different people and how we have an effect on each other’s life without us even knowing it,” said director Jan Leslie. Office Hours stars local actors David Bigelow, Amy Thomas, Kelly Kijek, Lorne Freedman and Terry Boyle, all of whom play multiple characters. Leslie said those who attend Office Hours can expect to have “a sore stomach” from
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laughing so much. “It is an extremely funny play,” Leslie said. Foster was born in Newmarket, Ont., and got into playwriting while working
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most produced play in Canada since 1991. Office Hours was released in 1996 and is considered to be one of Foster’s funnier productions.
“It absolutely stands on its own and the script is wonderfully written,” Leslie said. Office Hours is written for a Canadian audience, which makes it easier for directors such as Leslie. “I am not doing an English play where I am thinking, ‘oh God does this sound too Canadian? Or are they being too Canadian with it?” Leslie said. She said Office Hours is a great production that is worth watching. “I would urge everyone to come out and see this,” Leslie said. “They will have such a wonderful evening.” Office Hours runs at the Bailey Studio from Feb. 24-27, March 2-5 and from March 9-12 at 8 p.m. Matinees run on Feb. 28 and March 6 at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $18-$20. For tickets and more information, please visit www. nanaimotheatregroup.ca or call 250-758-7224. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com
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Three works showcase the energy and spirit of exploration for which Les Ballets Jazz de Montreal is known. The internationally renowned dance company performs the three works – Kosmos, Rouge and Closer – at the Port Theatre Wednesday (Feb. 24), at 7:30 p.m. Kosmos is characterized by festive energy and a celebration of humanity in all its beauty and creative force. Choreographer Andonis Foniadakis drew inspiration from the world and its frenzied pace of everyday urban life. Rouge, choreographed by Rodrigo Pederneiras, is an ode to resilience, a discreet tribute to indigenous people and their musical and cultural legacy. Closer has been performed on sev-
Alexander Hille and Céline Cassone perform Closer, one of three works presented by les Ballets Jazz de montreal at the port Theatre Wednesday (Feb. 24).
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Bloody Betty, a popular burlesque performer, takes the stage at the Cambie on Saturday (Feb. 20). She is joined by comedians Colin Lamb and David D.J. Roy. Contact the pub for more info.
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R&B ALLSTARS at the Queen’s Friday and Saturday (Feb. 19-20). Doors at 8 p.m. Show at 8:30 p.m. Tickets $26 in advance available at the Queen’s or call 250-754-8550 or go to www.porttheatre. com. $30 at the door. NOSTALGIA JAZZ and Gospel Concert Sunday (Feb. 21) at Brechin United Church. Doors for exhibits and vendors open at 2 p.m. Concert starts at 3 p.m. Features Gina Williams, Maureen Washington and the Watoto Fusion Dancers. Tickets $25, children under 13 are $12 available at Arbutus Music and Fascinating Rhythm or call 250754-8550. LED ZEPAGAIN: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin Monday (Feb. 22), 7:30 p.m. at the Port Theatre. Tickets $39.50. Call 250-7548550 or go to www. porttheatre.com. ELLIOT BROOD with special guests performs at the Queen’s Wednesday (Feb. 24). Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets $20 in advance from Lucid, The Dog’s Ear, Desire Tattoo, the Queens or www.ticketzone.com. Tickets $25 at the door. LIVE AT LONGWOOD featuring Paul Mitchell and guests Feb. 25 at 8 p.m. at the Longwood Brew Pub.
IRON KINGDOM with special guests Under The Mountain perform during a fundraiser for Hospice Feb. 26, 7 p.m. at the Cavalotti Lodge. Tickets $10 at the door. ON THE DOCK with Robin Mills, Lyrical and Ali Prince at the Dinghy Dock Pub Feb. 26. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets $20 includes rount trip ferry fare, available at the pub or www.ticketzone.com. DAVID GOGO: An Evening of Blues On The Dock Feb. 27. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets $20 includes rount trip ferry fare, available at the pub, Lucid, The Dog’s Ear and Desire Tattoo or www.ticketzone.com. NICO RHOES TRIO performs at Gabriola’s Hive Emporium Feb. 27, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15, $10 seniors and students, 12 and under free, available at the Hive.
SØREN BEBE performs with Sarah Hagan at the Port Theatre on March 8 at 10:30 a.m. Tickets $15-$27.50. Call 250-754-8550. ANNE ELLIOT-GOLDSCHMID performs with Sarah Hagan at the Port Theatre on April 12 at 10:30 a.m. Tickets $15-$27.50. Call 250-754-8550.
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Cold walk benefits homeless
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Nanaimoites will bundle up, brave the cold weather and join thousands of other Canadians nationwide for a walk that raises money for a good cause. On Saturday (Feb. 20), beginning at 5:15 p.m., hundreds of individuals will descend on Nanaimo’s Harewood neighbourhood for the 6th annual Coldest Night of the Year Walk, where they will walk either a two-, five- or 10-kilometre route in an effort to help the homeless. Unlike past walks, this year the event will begin and end at the Salvation Army Church on 505 Eighth St. The walk is a fundraising event hosted by Island Crisis Care Society, a non-profit organization that pro-
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vides services to the homeless and those at risk of being homeless. Money raised will help the society provide services and support locally. Patricia Anderson, location director for the Island Crisis Care Society, said approximately 40 teams and 300 walkers expected to participate in the one-night walk.
“It’s family-friendly, it is a fundraiser, it benefits the neighbourhood and helps people who need the help,” she said. Island Crisis Care Society has been involved in walk for the past four years, raising more than $125,000. Last year, walkers managed raise $35,000 for the society and this year
the Nanaimo-based organization is hoping to raise $50,000. Those who are interested in participating can still sign up. Anderson said the organization needs still needs volunteers to help out on the night of the walk. “It is an easy way for people to support us. They can come out and walk, they can donate, they can volunteer,” Anderson said. “All of the efforts that people make will benefit the folks that are struggling with homelessness.” The Coldest Night of the Year Walk is nationally organized by Blue Sea Philanthropy, a charity based in Kitchener, Ont. that began in 2011. Since then, the one-night event has raised more than $7 million nationwide. For more information about walk, please visit https:// coldestnightoftheyear.org/location/ nanaimo. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com
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Hearthstone Artisan Bakery is churning out the baked goods and it is doing it with the help of a special oven. The Southgate Shopping Centre bakery held its grand opening Saturday and Hailey Mannynvali, who co-owns the bakery with business partner Paul Aboud, said its Mono Deck Oven ensures that bread, pastries and the like are baked just right. The best bread comes from wood-fired brick ovens, according to Mannynvali, and the next best way to bake bread is with stone deck ovens, like the three-deck mono oven at her bakery. It has the capacity to fit three full-size sheet pans each, or a massive load of bread, she said. “Basically, the bread bakes right on the stone hearth, so all the heat is coming and it’s fairly narrow, in short, so it bakes the bread really hot on top and really hot underneath to get that heat and so fast, and that’s what makes that beautiful crisp
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crust around the edge and nice, chewy, soft centre,” said Mannynvali. The oven was ordered in September from England and while Mannynvali and Aboud were told it would take three to five weeks, it actually took 12 weeks. However, when it arrived, she said she was happy to have it. “We couldn’t be happier with the product that it’s making,” said Mannynvali.
“It’s steam-injected as well, so you can inject steam directly into the oven and that also allows the bread to rise a little bit more before it sets the crust.” However, when it comes to Hearthstone’s most popular baked item, Mannynvali said it isn’t bread, but sausage rolls. “Sausage rolls I can’t keep up with,” said Mannynvali. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com
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This will give the driver of sales in my opinion: three trims Prius became synonymous with green the opportunity to park – parallel or perpendicular starting at $25,995, which is $300 less driving and the badge showed all that – without laying a hand on the steering wheel. That’s than the outgoing owners were environmentally conwhat an additional $590 gets you third gen model. scious. Since then, Toyota has sold more along with heated front seats. Opening the doors than 3.5-million Prius models largely on Even the most loaded editions reveals some things the strength of that green cred. barely pass $33,000. don’t change. As No surprise that the fourth-generation Promise I’ll get behind that wheel is the norm, the model is a hybrid but placing the emsoon. The new Prius uses a revised instrument panel is in the centre, phasis on that fact is totally inadequate version of Toyota’s 1.8-litre-Atkinson cycle engine. which always takes me a few drives and undersells its other attributes. The The official fuel economy numbers are not out yet to get used to. What is different is the Japanese giant has not abandoned Visit the Prius the gallery at DrivewayCanada.ca but internal testing revealed a fuel efficiency of arrangement of the info screens, all the trumpeting of the car’s green nature 4.5L/100KM (city/highway combined). The launch stuff you need to pilot safely features but it’s much more low key in its new drive in Vancouver suggested the 4.5 number is far on a pair of side-by-side LED screens, marketing campaign. Instead, Toyota is Keith Morgan from being a dream. which essentially form a single display, trying to persuade potential buyers that Okay, we’re off. Normal and Power driving modes and that sits neatly above a larger infotainment this new version is ready to compete in the mainsuggest this actually might be a fun drive. 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Driveway Editor Keith Morgan will entertain and inform at this weekend’s Early Bird RV Show, at Tradex, in Abbotsford. The veteran auto writer will make a multi-media presentation twice on Saturday called “RVing for Novices” during which he will share tips and jokes about his recent six-day, 1,200-kilometre road trip through B.C. Showgoers will see all the latest equipment and get the opportunity to win a Wildwood X-Lite travel trailer valued at $20,995. For show info: www.rvshowsbc.com
If winter doesn’t typically mean snow or ice where you live, other conditions like darker morning and Driveway Editor Keithand Morgan afternoon commutes heavy will can entertain inform this of rain makeand driving thisattime weekend’s Early Bird RV Show, year challenging. Drive safely this at Tradex, in Abbotsford. winter—slow down and increase The veteran auto writer will make your following distance. a multi-media presentation twice on Saturday called “RVing for Novices” during which he will share tips and jokes about his recent six-day, 1,200-kilometre road trip through B.C. Showgoers will see all the latest equipment and get the opportunity to win a Wildwood X-Lite travel trailer valued at $20,995. For show info: www.rvshowsbc.com
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If winter doesn’t typically mean snow or ice where you live, other conditions like darker morning and afternoon commutes and heavy rain can make driving this time of year challenging. Drive safely this winter—slow down and increase your following distance.
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Offer(s) available on select new 2015/2016 models through participating dealers to qualified retail customers who take delivery from February 2 to 29, 2016. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. See dealer for complete details. Vehicles shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All offers are subject to change without notice. All pricing includes delivery and destination fees up to $1,725, $22 AMVIC, $100 A/C charge (where applicable). Excludes taxes, licensing, PPSA, registration, insurance, variable dealer administration fees, fuel-fill charges up to $100, and down payment (if applicable and unless otherwise specified). Other lease and financing options also available. Φ0% financing for up to 60 months plus up to $4,000 discount available on select 2015/2016 models. Discount is deducted from the negotiated purchase/lease price before taxes. Certain conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. Representative Financing Example: Financing offer available on approved credit (OAC), on a new 2015 Optima LX AT Sunroof (OP743F) with a selling price of $27,862 is based on monthly payments of $398 for 60 months at 0% with a $0 down payment and first monthly payment due at finance inception. Offer also includes $4,000 discount (loan credit). Other taxes, registration, insurance and licensing fees are excluded. †“Don’t Pay For 90 Days” on all models (90-day payment deferral) applies to purchase financing offers on all new 2015/2016 models on approved credit. No interest will accrue during the first 60 days of the finance contract. After this period, interest starts to accrue and the purchaser will repay the principal interest monthly over the term of the contract. Offer ends February 29, 2016. ≠Representative Leasing Example: Lease offer available on approved credit (OAC), on the 2016 Sorento LX 2.4L FWD (SR75AG)/2016 Forte Sedan LX MT (FO741G) with a selling price of $29,342/$17,562 (including $500/$1,300 lease credit discounts) is based on a total number of 130 bi-weekly payments of $135/$66 for 60 months at 1.9%/0%, with $0 security deposit, $1,950/$975 down payment and first monthly payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation $17,554/$8,622 with the option to purchase at the end of the term for $11,142/$6,665. Lease has 16,000 km/yr allowance (other packages available and $0.12/km for excess kilometres). **$500 Competitive Bonus offer available on the retail purchase/lease of any new 2016 Sportage, 2016 Sorento and 2016 Optima from participating dealers between February 2 to 29, 2016 upon proof of current ownership/lease of a select competitive vehicle. Competitive models include specific VW, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Hyundai, Honda, GM, Ford, Jeep, Pontiac, Suzuki, Saturn, Chrysler, Chevrolet, Subaru, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, Land Rover, Infiniti, Acura, Audi, Lincoln, Volvo and Buick vehicles. Some conditions apply. See your dealer or kia.ca for complete details. *Cash Purchase Price for the new 2015 Optima LX AT (OP742F) is $19,995 and includes $1,545 delivery and destination fee, $6 AMVIC fee and $16 tire tax. Includes a cash discount of $6,467. Includes $467 in dealer participation. °Additional discounts available at participating dealers only. Some conditions may apply. See dealers for details. Dealer may sell for less. Other taxes, registration, insurance and licensing fees are excluded. Cash discounts vary by model and trim and are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. ‡Model shown Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price for 2016 Sorento SX Turbo AWD (SR75IG)/2015 Optima SX AT Turbo (OP748F)/2016 Forte SX AT (FO748G) is $42,095/$34,895/$26,695. The Bluetooth® wordmark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. The 2015 Optima was awarded the 2015 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for model year 2015. U.S. models tested. Visit www.iihs.org for full details. The Sorento received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among midsize SUVs in the proprietary J.D. Power 2015 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 84,367 U.S. new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of U.S. owners surveyed from February to May 2015. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). Information in this advertisement is believed to be accurate at the time of printing. For more information on our 5-year warranty coverage, visit kia.ca or call us at 1-877-542-2886. Kia is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation.
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Student teachers are looking to raise money in order to provide yoga classroom kits for Departure Bay Eco-School. Brittany Leonard, a fifth-year Vancouver Island University bachelor of education student, and some of her colleagues have started a www.gofundme. com page looking to raise $2,000 for yoga mats, books, flash cards and lesson plans. They hope to raise the money by March 10 to implement yoga in time for spring practicum placement. “A couple of the student teachers and I, we practise it on our own and I’ve been doing research into the benefits of mindfulness and research shows that it’s really great for people’s brains in general and it teaches children how to think of how they’re feeling ...
it’s a really good way to manage emotion and anxiety,” said Leonard. Students can’t learn unless their brains are in a good place, said Leonard. B.C. schools will be implementing a new curriculum come September, which includes a focus on hands-on learning and the environment. Lisa Frey, Departure Bay principal, said this adheres to those principles. “In the area of social responsibility and personal awareness, we have a requirement to develop our students’ wellbeing, to focus on emotional, mental, physical well-being, and so these kids would definitely address that competency that we are working on developing with our students,” said Frey. If there are extra supplies, they will be handed out to other schools that are interested, said Leonard. Money raised will also provide a kit to Ladysmith Primary School. For more information, please go to www.gofundme. com/yoga4theclassroom. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com
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Thomas Gamble, a kindergarten student at Departure Bay Eco-School, left, Danielle Chaisson, Brittany Leonard and Teegan Ware-Oxbury practise yoga poses. Leonard and Chaisson, bachelor of education students at Vancouver Island University, are raising money to provide the school with yoga mats and materials.
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Activity guide now available to residents The Spring and Summer Activity Guide will soon be available to view on the City of Nanaimo’s website and pick up at recreation centres and local malls, groceries stores and libraries. The guide features a variety of programs and events for all ages at facilities and parks throughout Nanaimo as well as information on other community programs. Registrants can sign up for programs such as yoga hikes, tennis lessons, gentle ballet, guitar lessons, youth band, bread making, Spanish conversation, junior river stewards, swimming lessons at Westwood Lake and skating lessons. “The 2016 Spring and Summer Activity Guide features a variety of recreation programs for all ages and abilities along with community information and events,” said Coun. Ian Thorpe, chairman of the parks and rec commission. The activity guide can be viewed on the web starting Wednesday (Feb. 24) and will be available to pick up on Feb. 27. Registration for spring and summer programs opens on March 2. To get an online registration account and for more information, please call 250-756-5200.
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Inbrief Friendships forged during seniors’ activity group Caregiver session offered An acquired brain injury or stroke is a terrifying experience. The extent of the damage varies from person to person, and can result in problems with speech, memory or movement, but in all cases, the person’s life is irrevocably changed. Being or becoming a caregiver is a huge responsibility that comes with its own successes and frustrations and all too often, caregivers put themselves at the end of their own lists. The Nanaimo Brain injury society is inviting individuals caring for someone who has suffered a stroke or brain injury to attend a healthy Boundaries seminar on wednesday (Feb. 24), from 1:30-3 p.m. at 285 Prideaux st. The education session is being presented by registered clinical counsellor Jacqueline Gautier. The program is by registration only. Please contact wendy Johnstone at 250-6502359 or by e-mail at navigator@nbis.ca.
College hosts photo show Vancouver island university’s elder College hosts a photo presentation by Alison etter, an avid hiker, who set off in October 2014 for a two-month road trip to hike the deserts of utah and Arizona. The event takes place March 5, 10 a.m. to noon, at Viu’s Nanaimo campus, building 250, room 125. Admission $10 at the door. For more information, please call 1-866-7346252 or visit www.viu. ca/eldercollege.
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Every Wednesday, a handful of seniors gather at Bowen Park activity centre. They play games like snooker and carpet bowling or engage in arts and crafts. But perhaps more importantly, they laugh, share stories and enjoy their time together. For Nanaimo resident Sheila Lindsay, it is something that she looks forward to each and every week. “I am a 24-hour-a-day caregiver for two people in my home and I look forward to this day. It is a goal for me. I can get through my week because I know I am coming here,” Lindsay said. “It gives me something to look forward to.” Lindsay, along with the other seniors, are members of the Nanaimo Harbour City Seniors, an
organization that offers people over the age of 60 a range of activities and social opportunities. “There is such a variety of choices that there is always something to do,” Lindsay said. On March 8, Nanaimo Harbour City Seniors hosts an open house at Bowen Park complex from 1-3 p.m. The event will feature demonstrations of some of the activities that are available to club members. There will also be refreshments available. Joanne Husband, club director, said the open house is an opportunity for seniors, particularly those who have just moved to the city, to learn about the organization and the types of activities and programs that it offers. “If you are new to town and you’ve heard that there is a sewing class at Bowen, you can come here and find out from the people who are actually doing the sewing class and what it consists of,” Husband said. Among the countless activities available to club members through-
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ity Centre and Beban Park social centre. Since joining Harbour City Seniors more than five months ago, Lindsay said she has met all kinds of new people. “In the short time I’ve been here, I’ve met more than, I would say, between 25 and 30 people and I know them by name,” she said. “It is just a wonderful place to be.” Burt Simmons, a member of the club for more
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infant son of Darlee Ingram, was born Dec. 14, 2015 and passed away Jan. 24, 2016. No one will ever know the pain we carry in our hearts. Thanks to all our relatives and friends who supported us - showing unconditional compassion and generosity.
“Rest in peace Baby Angel”
Sheasgreen, Joan (Irwin)
January 9, 1935 ~ February 5, 2016
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oan died in Nanaimo on February 5, 2016 in the loving company of her children following a brief illness. Predeceased by her high school sweetheart and husband of 55 years, Dave Sheasgreen and her brother Bob Irwin, Joan is survived by her children, Wendy Carr, Kim Coulthard (Rich), Patrick (Biff ), Lisa Hall (Conrad) and Chris (Sonam), her grandchildren Chris Carr (Katrina), Jordan and Logan Hall, Kendall Coulthard, Karma and Jorden Matho-Sheasgreen, her great granddaughter, Kinsley Carr and her brother, Brian Irwin (Maureen). Joan grew up in Vancouver and attended Prince of Wales high school. After establishing their first home in New Westminster, Joan and Dave moved to Calgary but returned to Richmond where the children were raised. The family home was the social hub of the neighbourhood famous for its parties which usually ended with guests being served breakfast as the sun rose. After the kids had left home, Joan and Dave moved to the Irwin family home at Vesuvius Bay on Saltspring Island where Joan in her usual manner, established many long standing friendships. Later, they moved to Nanaimo where Joan continued to stay in touch with her high school classmates while making many new friends. Joan relished her role as the matriarch of an ever expanding family, particularly enjoying the celebration of her 81st birthday with her family in January. A warm and loving person with a perpetually sunny disposition, she will be well remembered and long missed. A gathering in memory of Joan will be held on February 21, 1:00- 4:00 p.m. at the home of her daughter, Kim in Nanaimo.
Joseph Gary Fearon 1942 - February 7, 2016 It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Joseph Gary Fearon on Feb. 7, 2016 after a very short battle with cancer. Gary was born and raised in Nanaimo and lived most of his life here except for a brief period in Victoria. He is survived by his wife Jane Manns. Children: Keri Adams (Wade), Jayson Fearon, stepson Todd Manns, sisters: Wendy Gallia, Barb Chapman (Jim), grandchildren: Bradley & Tyler Adams, brother-in-law Tom Hayes, numerous nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by his father Alfred and his mother Matilda (Dolly) Fearon and sister Lori Hayes. A celebration of life will follow at a later106775 date to be announced.
Henry Seymour HENDERSON Born in Nanaimo, BC, Henry passed away on February 6, 2016 in Port Alberni, BC at the age of 62. Henry is survived by his daughters Katrina Henderson (Travis) and Crystal Dayley (Cory), his grandchildren, Paige, Gabriel, Brooke, Taylor and Eva, his brothers Doug (Eveline) and John (Felicity), sister Ann (Fred), and many nieces, nephews and life-long friends. Henry is predeceased by his parents Percy & Betty and his brothers Dick & Fred. Henry always called Vancouver Island home and had a life-long love of the ocean. He had a great passion for fishing and spent many of his years earning a living that way. Henry was a loving and patient man and always had a special place in his heart for his twin daughters. He loved reading and making a good seafood dinner. He was full of big ideas and loved tinkering and recently took an interest in carving. Henry will be lovingly remembered. A Celebration of Life will be held at 12 noon on Saturday, March 26, 2016 at The Kin Hut, 2730 Departure Bay Road in Nanaimo, BC.
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ordon Erickson passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 10, 2016. He was predeceased by his parents Janet and Jens Erickson. He will lovingly be remembered by his siblings and their spouses: Isabel, Ed (Marlene), Bruce (Joan), Maret. Stepdauthers Sherry (son Phillip) and Angela. Nieces: Susan, Sarah, Sharon and nephews: Rob, Brian and Michael and their families. He also leaves numerous other relatives in Canada and Sweden. In prior years, Gordon was well known in the Nanaimo recreational curling and golfing communities. In keeping with Gordon’s and the family’s wishes a private memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation and arrangements through First Memorial Funeral Services.
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DODD, Rattan Singh January 10, 1936 – February 12, 2016 It is with great sadness that the family of Sardar Rattan Singh Dodd announces his passing on Friday, February 12th 2016 at the age of 80 years. Sardar Rattan Singh is predeceased by both of his parents, Mela Singh and Bachint Kaur, his daughter Jaspal Kaur and his son in law Santokh Singh. He leaves behind his loving wife of 63 years, Swarn Kaur, his sisters, brother, children, nieces, and nephews. His memory will also live on and flourish amongst his 18 grandchildren, 1 grandnephew, and 3 great grandchildren. Rattan Singh was a kind-hearted, intelligent, compassionate and gentle soul who loved his family. He was well known in the Sikh community for his selfless service to the Gurdwara and teaching the children of the East Indian community how to read and write Punjabi here in Nanaimo. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, February 21st 2016 at 12pm (noon) at: Yates Funeral Service and Crematorium 1000 Allsbrook Rd, Parksville, BC Funeral to be followed by prayer services at: Gurdwara Miri Piri Darbar Sahib 305 Prideaux St, Nanaimo, BC
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January 12, 1934 - February 12, 2016 George Yokanovich, born 1934, January 12, in Cumberland, BC, sadly passed away February 12, 2016. He was a person that lived his life his way. He loved playing his guitar, harmonica and singing. He also loved tap dancing and performing. He kept everyone laughing with his jokes and antics. He worked on construction of the Catalyst Mill in Port Alberni and later retired from the same mill. He enjoyed his guns and target shooting.
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In Memoriam Gord Bryski
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Feb. 20, from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm at the Moose Hall, Cranberry Ave, Nanaimo, BC.
December 14, 1959 - February 18, 1996 It’s been 20 years since that fateful day And gradually the pain has faded away. The days come and go without you here But we cherish the memories year after year. Love and forever remembered, Mom, Heather and the Bryski family
Many thanks to Dr. Janssen and all the doctors and nurses who cared for him so compassionately, including all at palliative care. First Memorial Funeral Services 250-754-8333
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Donald Edward Smith March 2, 1944 ~ February 12, 2016
In loving memory of our wonderful Adam One year has passed and we miss you so much.
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Born in Victoria on March 2, 1944, Don, after a long illness, slipped away peacefully holding his daughter Donna's hand on February 12, 2016. Predeceased by his parents, Richard (Dick) and Ruth (nee Shaw) Smith, and his sister, Barbara Kirzinger. He leaves behind his common-law wife of 21 years, Mary Glasgow, and her two daughters, whom he took on the role of Dad to, Kelsey (Joe) Cronkrite and Shelby (Corey) Hustwick. Don is survived by his daughter from his first marriage to Geraldine (Geri) (nee Kelly), Donna (Bob) Thompson and his grandchildren, Claudia and Spencer, his brother, Arthur (Leona) Smith, and his nephew and nieces and their families, his cousins and their families, as well as the "son he never had," Randy (Arlana) Jamieson and their children who called Don "Santa," Kaylan and Noah. Don enjoyed many hours of fishing out on Thrasher Rock catching big bucket mouthed ling cod back in the day. He looked forward to his annual hunting trip, and he thought he would have one more trip in him to go with Randy this fall. Many of Don's customers, fellow tradesmen, and his suppliers from over 50 years in the plumbing field, first working for his father and brother and then going onto own Don Smith Plumbing & Repairs, became lifelong close friends. Everyone who knew him had a story about Don. We hope you will bring yours to share at a Celebration of his Life to be held on Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at the Cedar Community Hall, 2388 Cedar Road.
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ail passed away on the morning of February 9th, 2016 at the age of 55 in the presence of her husband Fred, after spending the night with her daughter Laura. Born on January 16th, 1961 in North Vancouver, Gail was the youngest of four children to Robert and Lena Martin. Gail will be infinitely remembered and extremely missed by her husband Fred Shade, daughter Laura Shade (Tyson Howells), sisters Colleen Heide (Larry), Barb Henham (Warren), her brother Ken Martin (Margaret Dunbar), her many nieces and nephews and numerous friends that Gail had the good fortune to share many laughs with. Gail will be remembered as a beautiful, caring, stubborn, hard-working woman who always put others before herself. Gail’s family would like to give many thanks to the wonderful Nurses and Doctors who cared for her during her illness these past few months. The Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, make someone laugh today. “Time will always be a special gift we treasure forever and always�
(nee Dobinson)
October 16, 1936 ~ February 10, 2016 After an extended battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis, Doreen’s passing was graced with the peace for which she hoped. A life-long resident of Nanaimo - a place she loved, she was raised in a close and loving family. In her younger years Doreen was kept busy by a myriad of interest - elocution studies, drama classes, Girl Guides, Majorettes and the Teen Town radio show. The year 1954 was a particularly memorable one of Doreen. Not only was she her graduating class’s valedictorian, that was also the year she became engaged to the love of her life, Jim. Together they raised four daughters. Jim passed away in 2007 after 52 years of marriage. Doreen had careers in both banking and municipal government. She always had a head for numbers and was a careful record-keeper. Her organizational abilities also served her well as a member of the Grads of ‘54 Reunions Committee. She was grateful for the opportunity that group gave her to reconnect with so many dear friends. For many years Doreen and Jim were avid 5 pin bowlers. Later in life Doreen joined the Bowen Carpet Bowling Seniors group and rediscovered the thrill of the game and the joy of friendships born out of shared interests. In their retirement years, Doreen and Jim moved into a seniors’-living park, a good base from which to launch their many RV travels. They truly enjoyed their last home and made many friends there. Doreen began producing a neighborhood newsletter as a vehicle with which to share the park residents’ news. Thanks to the dedicated care of daughter and son-in-law, Jaclyn and Richard Lightburn, Doreen was able to remain in the home she loved during the majority of her illness. Doreen was predeceased by her parents, Jim and Eileen Dobinson. She is survived by her four daughters and their families: Janice and Bill Halstead and their daughter Gemma Halstead; Jaclyn and Richard Lightburn and their son and daughter-in-law Buddy and Lynzee Lightburn, and their children Cassidy, Blaine and Nicole; Joni White and her children Jaymi, Robert and Eadon Cunningham; and Joy Guyot and her partner Michelle Nagy-Deak and their children, Dylan and Aaron Guyot, and Caitlyn and David Nagy-Deak. Also left to mourn Doreen’s passing are her brother and sister-in-law, Jim and Margaret Dobinson; their children Jim Dobinson and Catherine Dobinson and their families; her brotherin-law Bud White; and a number of cousins. The family would like to thank Doreen’s doctors: Dr. Andrew Baird, Dr. K. Park, and Dr. D. Uchman, as well as her Palliative Care team. Doreen also had very helpful and caring neighbors. The family would especially like to thank Frank and Shirley Dundass and Margaret Parker. As per Doreen’s wish, no service will be held.
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DEEP BAY Massive Estate sale #6-5300 Gainsberg Rd. Feb 19 - 21 (9-6). Too much to list, military collectables, designer clothing, decor furniture & antiques plus collectables. Check our website for photos: www.estateliquidators.ca
OLD WORLD Charm 1 & 2 bdrm, elegantly furnished or unfurnished, bright open style. Beautifully restored with hardwood floors. Large balcony. Immaculate condition. 1-block from beach and promenade. Heat and Hot Water, included. Visit: www.pineridgevillage.ca 250-758-7112.
BEAUTIFUL PIER 1 dinnerware set, (6-8) immaculate cond. $50.obo. (250)591-8350
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FLOOR STEAMER for hard surface floor- Eureka, with instructions. $30. (250)390-0780 MOBILE POWER pack, new never used, cost $139, sell $70. Call (250)390-2057. SAD (SEASONAL disorder light), table top & floor stand, timer, $80. (250)591-3037. SONY SOUND bar, home theater system, HT-CT150, $50. (250)245-9257.
FUEL/FIREWOOD SEASONED FIREWOOD- cut, spilt and delivered for $180 for 16� & longer, $200� for shorter. Call 250-722-3770 or 250668-2624.
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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. MARSHALLING YARD for lease. Up to 37,000 square feet at $0.80 per sq. ft.. Fenced site, key card controlled gate, evening and weekend patrols. Loading dock available. Please email nanaimoindustrial@gmail.com S. NANAIMO large comm/industrial parking area, good for trucks, trailers, containers, car lot etc. Best Island Hwy exposure. 1-604-594-1960.
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Beefs & bouquets BOUQUET To Maureen at north Nanaimo Quality Foods for your great customer service, especially in the restaurant. BEEF When I was in school, there were several students and a couple of teachers I would cheerfully have strangled. But although my father had a gun and I knew how to use it, it would never have occurred to me to shoot anyone. BOUQUET To Dr. John Barakso and staff at Malaspina Dental Centre for the many years of taking care of our family with their dental needs. Their professionalism and caring for their patients is so much appreciated by this family. BEEF To the woman driving a silver Pontiac. We noticed you have a suction cup on the driver’s window to hold your cell so you can text and drive. We hope Nanaimo’s finest sees this. BOUQUET To a very nice cashier Esther S. at Save-On-Foods at Brooks Landing for her exceptional kindness to the customers. BEEF To all the people who want to cull our beautiful Canada geese. They are not destroying, that’s what they eat. What’s next – owls? BOUQUET To Tammy at The Pantry restaurant for your conscientious service, despite being overwhelmingly busy. I hope your boss appreciates your hard work. BEEF To those who put their unwanted mail in the News Bulletin boxes on Shasta Road. The carriers do not collect your garbage, your neighbours do. Please take your unwanted mail and advertising home to your yellow bag. BOUQUET To Gloria at Tim Hortons who always has a contagious smile and laugh. She goes above and beyond every day, remembering orders and names of regulars and makes everyone’s morning. What an amazing lady making the most of a job that probably doesn’t always feel amazing.
BEEF To the city for removing the only garbage container between John Barsby Secondary School and the corner store. Another to the people who drop all kinds of junk along there. Harewood people pay taxes but there is little to show for it. BOUQUET To Harris Kia for fixing a glitch in my car on such short notice and delivering it. Much appreciated. BEEF To the manager at the decor store. You need to refrain from yelling on the phone using inappropriate language in front of me and my young daughter. Your temper made us leave and we will never go back. BOUQUET To the ladies at Central Drugs pharmacy on Campbell Street and to the lady at the information desk at the clinic. Thank you for all your kind and friendly help. BEEF To young mothers who think it’s OK to park in handicap parking without a pass. It is not right when you take the stall and disabled people are forced to walk or wheel further based on your selfish decision.
BEEF To the local waste company owner who allowed the new manager to replace an efficient and cheerful front desk employee with his less than competent family member. Nepotism at its most obvious. BOUQUET To Jeff at Fountain Tire. I had a flat tire the day of the funeral for my closest friend and was rushing to get to the service. He had my tire fixed within 30 minutes so I was able to get there on time. He did it all for no charge. BEEF To drivers who park, let someone out or wait to pick someone up at designated handicapped parking, without a proper placard. When pain is severe and I can’t easily walk, I drive to a designated spot to find you are occupying it.
BOUQUET To staff in the emergency room who treated my husband after a fall at home. Dr. Julia Beveridge, nurse Krissy and all staff.
BOUQUET To the emergency room staff at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital for the excellent service I received and the air bag when I injured by ankle recently.
BEEF To the meat processing companies so afraid of having to pull quantities of products off shelves that they are lacing everything they make with so much salt preservative that their meat is almost unfit to eat.
BOUQUET To the beefer who pointed out the defecating goats bumper sticker. As my grandmother once said, “being vulgar is never being funny.” And as my brother-inlaw responded, “being vulgar never really goes out of style.”
BOUQUET To Wendy’s. Your cod sandwich is so delicious it deserves five stars plus a blue ribbon.
BOUQUET To Melanie at Spinners for your patience and kindness to me over my shoe mix-up. You, and your team, were gracious and helpful despite my stress.
BEEF To the grocery store. Your new deli looks fantastic, but it isn’t much use if there isn’t enough staff. I’ve walked out twice now not being served after 10 minutes waiting. BOUQUET To Randy Romano and Quality Foods Beban Plaza for sponsoring the Sunday breakfast at the Nanaimo Ladies Curling Bonspiel.
BOUQUET To reporter Chris Bush for his nice personality. Whatever he does, he does unique work. BOUQUET To Nananimo Regional General Hospital emergency doctors, nurses and staff. Thank you for your kind and caring service whenever I arrive there. You are outstanding.
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BOUQUET To Dr. Berman, the first floor nurses, technicians and staff who looked after me recently. Your bedside manner and caring attitude were exceptional.
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.
BEEF To those who vandalize the ‘No Dogs Allowed’ signs at Buttertubs Marsh. Buttertubs is a provincial wildlife sanctuary and vandalizing the signs doesn’t change the rules.
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BOUQUET To the very kind gentleman shopping in the produce department at Country Grocer on Bowen Road. Your kindness was so unexpected and very much appreciated. I will definitely pay it forward.
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BEEF To the dealership. I tried the detail package with an oil change, but the promised service was not delivered. Our condolences on the death of another client.
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EMILY SKORVAGA wins a bouquet from Turley’s Florist.
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Thursday EMPOWER GROUP for women on anger begins Feb. 18, 6-7:30 p.m. at 1070 Townsite Rd. Registration required. Call 250-7543331 for more information.
Saturday BASTION CITY Wanderers Volkssport Club 5km or 10km walk at Morrell/Colliery Dam Park on Feb. 20. Meet in parking lot across from Morrell Sanctuary entrance. Registration at 9:45 a.m. Call 250-756-9796 to learn more. FIRST OPEN Heart Society meets Feb. 20, 1:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. Call 250-7531915.
Sunday NANAIMO KINSMEN present Heritage Night Seniors Dinner Feb. 21, 5 p.m., at Bowen Park complex. Tickets $7 and available at Bowen Park seniors’ centre and the door.
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SAHAJA YOGA meditation Feb. 23, 6-7 p.m., at Nanaimo North library. Call 250-9545040.
Wednesday NANAIMO PEER-LED pain self-management group meets third Wednesday, 1-3 p.m., at Beban Park. www. pipain.com.
Ongoing DRAGON BOAT team Phoenix Rising welcomes new paddlers. Recreational, some racing. Call 250-7549158. NANAIMO ACCORDION Band meets Tuesdays at 1 p.m. at the Old Harewood Firehall on Fourth Street. 250753-2730. ORDER OF the Eastern Star Nanaimo chapter
WELLINGTON ACTION Committee meets the first Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. in the Wellington Community Hall, 3922 Corunna Ave. Visit www.wellingtonbc.ca/wac/ for more info. CEDAR HERITAGE Duplicate Bridge Group fall session begins. Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. at Cedar Heritage Centre, 1644 MacMillan Rd. Newcomers welcome. 250-722-2656. NANAIMO DUPLICATE Bridge Club games Monday and Wednesday, 7 p.m., and Thursday at 1 p.m. Legion No. 256, 1630 E. Wellington Rd., Nanaimo.
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Call 250-741-0877 or 250-756-0438. Speakers half hour before game time first week of every month October through May. ALTRUSA INTERNATIONAL of Nanaimo, providing service to our community, meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. New members welcome. Phone 250585-7990 or visit www. altrusa.org. NANAIMO PROSTATE Cancer Support Group meets second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Canadian Cancer Society office at 777 Poplar St. Call 250-751-1340 to learn more. DOLLHOUSE MINIATURES Club meets in Nanoose. New members welcome. For time and location call 250-468-2364 or 250754-4363. NANAIMO WOMEN’S Centre is offering a 16-step group for women healing from addiction and codependency. Meetings are held every Monday evening. Contact the women’s centre at 250-753-0633 for more information. PARKINSON SUPPORT Group meets 1-3 p.m. third Tuesday of each month at Buttertubs Recreation Centre at 10 Buttertubs Drive. 250-754-2129. MALASPINA TOASTMASTERS meets 7 a.m. Tuesdays at ABC Restaurant on Mary Ellen Drive. For more information call 250751-5204. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 24-hour meeting list information at 250-753-7513 or www. nanaimoaa.org. NANAIMO COMMUNITY Hospice Companions Through Grief drop-in program with trained facilitators for support of people who are grieving the death of a loved one. Fridays, 10 a.m. to noon, 1080 St. George Cres. Call 250591-881.
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Jason Normand of Nanaimo, left, is awarded a 2016 Ford C-Max hybrid valued at $31,000 by Lou Salvosa of the Knights of Columbus Trinity Council 9990. This is the fourth time in six years that the Nanaimo council has produced winners in its annual raffle ticket event. The 10-week event held during the Christmas season has raised $14,380 in sales. Net proceeds benefit local charities including food banks.
Cancer society hosts open house at office
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Despite having a long-standing presence in Nanaimo, not everyone knows of the local Canadian Cancer Society office or its role in the community. Wigs and prostheses are lent at no charge and applications for the Travel Treatment Fund, a program that subsidizes the expenses associated with traveling to appointments, are available to cancer patients. The society also offers a peerto-peer program called Cancer Connection, which matches those on a cancer journey (patients and caregivers) with a volunteer who has had similar experiences. Volunteers play an integral role in these programs. Community members are invited to attend an open house on Saturday (Feb. 20) from 1-3 p.m., at local Canadian Cancer Society office at 777 Poplar St. to learn more about programs and volunteer opportunities.
Marjorie Driscoll, executive director of Volunteer Nanaimo, will speak about volunteering in 2016. The Nanaimo Canadian Cancer Society office and wig room is operated by volunteers as are its many other programs and campaigns. Cancer Connection, Relay for Life, Tour de Rock and the daffodil campaign are all volunteer-driven. “Volunteers are the energy and passion behind so much of what we do. We are fortunate to have volunteers committed to our mission and values,” says Tracy Berg, the mid-Island coordinator who works out of the Nanaimo office. In addition to the client services that the Canadian Cancer Society provides, the society also offers its volunteers and community members the opportunity to learn and develop leadership skills through a Workforce Leadership program. Information about this learning opportunity and upcoming sessions will be available at the open house. For more information, please call 250-741-8180.
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Veteran turns it up at VIU gym Mariners team captain Tylar Turnbull leading squad into provincials
Clippers can win division this weekend BY GREG SAKAKI The News BulleTiN
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or VIU’s women’s volleyball team, everything revolves around the middle of the court, where Tylar Turnbull stands tall. The Mariners captain is a one-woman “wrecking crew” at her position, said Shane Hyde, the team’s coach. “She offensively is one of the most dynamic middles in the country, but with her defensive skills, her blocking, she’s just extremely well-rounded,” he said. Turnbull has been a national champion, an All-Canadian, a PacWest Player of the Year, a VIU Athlete of the Year, team captain and an ambassador for VIU athletics. And now she’s about to play her last-ever match at the Vancouver Island University gym. Turnbull has already helped her team clinch first place in the PacWest, but provincials – and if all goes well, nationals – will be held elsewhere. She hadn’t spent much time thinking about the fact that she’s in her last year, but then this past weekend on the road, a graduating opposing player was acknowledged and it struck Turnbull that she’s in the same boat. The Mariners first scouted their future star back when she was playing for Port Coquitlam’s Riverside Secondary. She wasn’t seriously considering VIU, but she was convinced to check out the program and participate in a practice. By the time she boarded the ferry home, she knew VIU was where she wanted to be. “Just practising with the girls made it seem more real and it made me realize that this is the kind of environment and the culture that I wanted
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Vancouver Island University Mariners middle Tylar Turnbull spikes the ball during a match against the Fraser Valley Cascades last month at the VIU gym. She plays her last match at the VIU gym on Friday (Feb. 19).
to play with,” she said. That was only reinforced in her rookie season, when the M’s won the Canadian championship in their home gym. “It really showed me what it’s going to take to get to that level myself, too,” said Turnbull, who saw limited action that year. “It was an eye-opener for the things that could happen and just made me want it so much more.” Since then, her game has developed to the point where Hyde said Turnbull is “by far the best middle that’s ever played for our program.” She leads the league in blocks, she’s seventh in kills and third in total offence. She hasn’t had a bad match all season.
“She’s been playing amazing all year and that’s why we have this cushion in first place, is because of Tylar leading us,” the coach said. Becoming so central to her team’s game comes with pressure, but it’s nothing she can’t handle. “I definitely think that I hold myself to that level of always wanting to be that go-to [player] and to have the team be able to count on me. So there is always that little bit of pressure – I have to do this because this is what I am here for,” she said. “But I enjoy it and that’s kind of why I like to play.” The criminology major doesn’t know what’s next for
her, or if it will include volleyball, and will “see what happens.” Before any of that, there is this season, and playoffs, and one last match in the gym that felt like home, right from the start. “VIU women’s volleyball program is such an amazing program,” she said. “I am so thankful for it, to have had it as part of my life for the last five years.” GAME ON … Turnbull and fellow fifth-year Kelsey Johnson will be honoured before the game Friday (Feb. 19) when the Mariners host the Camosun Chargers at 6 p.m. A men’s match will follow at 8 p.m. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
The Island Division could be decided this weekend at Frank Crane Arena. The first-place Nanaimo Clippers host the secondplace Powell River Kings on back-to-back nights, with six points separating the junior A hockey teams. “This is a big game, one versus two, you like to show who’s the better team,” said Gavin Gould, Clippers forward. “Especially going into playoffs, we want to come in as the dominant team and send a message.” The Kings are 8-1-1 in their last 10 games, allowing them to get in the hunt for the division title. Spencer Hewson, Clippers forward, said the Kings have good goaltending and play a structured game. “They’ll capitalize on you making mistakes rather than them creating their offence,” he said. “So it’s about trying to play mistake-free hockey.” Gould said it will be important for the Clippers to work hard and try to win the special-teams battle. We’ve got to do our regular things … just play a lot like we did this past weekend – smart, hard hockey – and we should come out on top,” he said. Winning this weekend’s games would send a message at the right time, said Hewson. “We want to have a long run and we might as well start,” he said. GAME ON … The Clips and Kings play Friday (Feb. 19) at 7 p.m. at Frank Crane Arena, then again Saturday at 6 p.m., also at Frank Crane. For tickets, call 250751-0593. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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The Nanaimo Buccaneers have two more opportunities to get their game in order, and then it’s go time. The city’s junior B hockey club closes out the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League regular season with two games this week, a home tilt Thursday (Feb. 18) against the Campbell River Storm and then
a visit Saturday to face the Kerry Park Islanders. Nanaimo lost both its games last week, falling 4-2 to the Oceanside Generals at home Thursday and then dropping a 3-2 decision Saturday against the Comox Valley Glacier Kings. GAME ON … The Bucs and Storm face off Thursday at 7:15 p.m. at the NIC. The Bucs play the Glacier Kings in the playoffs with Game 1 Tuesday (Feb. 23) at 7:15 p.m. at the NIC.
U15, U11 Raiders win provincials
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Oceanside Generals defenceman Bekkam Willis, front left, checks Nanaimo Buccaneers forward Trent Bell during last Thursday’s Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League game at the Nanaimo Ice Centre.
Football prospects tallying touchdowns With the Denver Broncos’ 24-10 win in Super ford claimed top honours. On the championBowl 50 now safely in the record books, it’s ship squad were players Stewart Vandermast, time to catch up on some other football news Nolan Pritchard-Wright, Lynden Wellwood, this week. Marcus Bowman, Josh Kahlon, Reid Benedict, Not from the NFL, but instead from the Carter Petersen, Justin Harris, Logan TroNanaimo Elementary Teachers’ Physical Edulitsch, Aidan Collery, Martha Boon, Stella Par, cation Association’s touch football in local Brynn Nikirk, Ishita Sharma, Stewart Stephen elementary schools. The popular league for and Ryan Jobe. Coach was Chad Jobe. bantam (born 2002-03) players was co-ordiThe second-place pennant went to coach nated again this year by Doug English. Craig Dick and his crew of Fairview players In the division for schools with Bashar Adamat, Abdallah Auqab, a population of over 275 students, Fenaya Jones, Jeffrey Adams, Coothorpe the playoff final saw Mountain per McHady, Jordan Corbeil, Darius report View emerge as district champion Jack, Jaydin Charleson, Peter Ian Thorpe thanks to a win over Coal Tyee. Young and Brendan Wilson. Columnist The winning team was coached by Cilaire finished third among Garrick Neumann and the Mounsmaller schools. On the field were tain View players were Sean Clark, players Brennan Moody, Luke Mitchell Finner, Tristan Dorman, Lavery, Owen Peace, Jaiden King, Damon Bosak, Jason Depka, Colton Chase Dixon, Ben Villares, Cameron Campbell, Haresh Mehta, Brandon Whitcolm, Riley Clay, Sam Laidlaw, Burrows, Bennet Murphy and Ryan Adam King and Nate Smith. Coach McLaughlin. for the boys was Mike Silverton. For Coal Tyee, English coached Also this season, a small league players Andrew Beaith, Ethan Beaith, Haiden coordinated by Annette Noble operated for Botrokoff, Aidan Cook, Hunter Cook, Ryker bantam girls’ touch football teams. In playoffs Pearson, Liam Weller, Noah Urbanoski, Logan for large schools, Hammond Bay defeated Goddu, Tyler Robinson, Devin Calliou and Quarterway to claim the district title. For Isiah Calliou. smaller schools, Seaview emerged victorious Third place went to Randerson Ridge, over Cinnabar Valley. On the Seaview roster coached by Terry Mazzei, with players Logan were players Gracie Alyward, Isabella Baan, Arruda, Chase Aitken, Alex McLauchlan, Ben Nyah De Pol, Emily Kerley, Olivia Lundman, Bligh, Jason Valchar, Kyle Gallia, Ryan HumEmma McNabb, Montana Moquin-Stewart, phrey, Nolen Tomiyama, Nathan Maley and Keelin Nixon, Ella Ostrikoff, Ella Page and Bernek Aujla. Ceanna Sihota. A separate set of playoffs was held for teams Whatever your sport, a reminder in closing from schools with a smaller population base. to play your hardest, play fair, and show good In those, the bantam co-ed team from Ruthersportsmanship.
Soccer will intensify with start of cup play Nanaimo United feels good about its chances in cup play, even though it doesn’t have home-field advantage – quite the opposite, in fact. The Div. 1 men’s soccer team opens Jackson Cup play this Friday (Feb. 19) on the road against Sooke Celtic at the infamous Sooke Log field. “It’s the equivalent of playing on a corn pasture,” said Andrew Adams, United captain, and it will prove a challenge, especially in a night game in the winter. “Those conditions will play to their advantage,” Adams said. “They’re used to that, we’re used to turf, but I don’t think we should let that faze us. As long as we do
our job, score that first goal, they’ll be put on the back foot because technically, we’re just a better team than them.” Adams said the team, its coach and fans are have been happy with United’s play of late. Though the team had some bad breaks down the stretch, it managed to secure fifth place in the Vancouver Island Soccer League’s top division and is on the fence for a berth at provincials. A good cup run could clear up that picture. “We’ve just got to take it one game at a time, and concentrate,” Adams said. United’s Div. 2 men start cup play against Campbell River Cermaq Saturday at 5 p.m. at Merle Logan Field.
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The Nanaimo Raiders were able to field championship-winning teams in two different divisions this month. The U15 Raiders Tier 2 team won the B.C. Lacrosse field championship Feb. 8 in Langley, defeating Coquitlam 7-4 in the gold-medal game. “The boys came such a long way this year,” noted a team press release. Will Cookman was selected tournament MVP. Christien Harris and Fisher Zawasky both had two-goal games in the final and Jayden Tomiyama was game MVP. Aidan Cateaux scored hat tricks or better in three of the team’s five tournament games. Will Hawthornthwaite was the team’s Warrior Fair Play Award winner. The team was coached by Shane Terris and Jordan Terris. Nanaimo also had a U13 Tier 2 entry at the tournament. Colby Bowman was the team’s Warrior Fair Play Award winner and Chris Giszas was Fair Play Coach. Provincials for the U11 division were held this past weekend in Coquitlam, with Nanaimo defeating Burnaby 7-5 in Sunday’s gold-medal final. E t h a n S t a n n a rd scored a hat trick and was selected as MVP and Dawson Sharpe was the winning goalie. The Raiders, coached by Chris Stannard and Billy Schmidt, went undefeated at the tournament.
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The Wellington Wildcats earned their way into the Island championships that they’re hosting. The school’s senior AA girls’ basketball team won its challenge game against Brentwood on Monday in Ladysmith, 64-48, to advance. There was actually more on the line than the final berth at Islands – the hosting gig was up for grabs, too. Though Wellington was slated to host, coach Nicole McRae didn’t tell her players that just in case her team failed to advance, she had arranged for Kwalikum Secondary School to host Islands. “At the end of the game I told them I had a backup and they [said], ‘Oh, we were so worried,” McRae said. “They really rose to the occasion.” Her team went into Monday’s matchup confident,
but fell behind in the first quarter. “The lights turned on and they started playing,” said McRae. “It was really good. They battled through.” Olivia Mjaaland was her team’s top scorer with 27 points, while Maddi Atherton had 16 points and 19 rebounds. The senior AA girls’ Island championships will be held at the Wellington Secondary School gym starting Thursday (Feb. 18). The ’Cats tip off the tournament against Pacific Christian that day at 2 p.m. and the Island final will be Saturday at 6 p.m. The Dover Bay Dolphins senior AAA girls, North Island champions, open play at the Island championships at Victoria’s Claremont Secondary on Friday with a game against Mt. Douglas. Meanwhile, playoffs get underway this week for senior boys’ basketball teams. The Nanaimo District Islanders, who finished first in the district, the Wellington Wildcats, who finished second, and the Woodlands Eagles, who finished fourth, will all be involved in the
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Olivia Mjaaland and the Wellington Wildcats host Island championships starting today (Feb. 18).
AAA North Island championships beginning Thursday at Ballenas Secondary School. The Dover Bay boys tip off at senior AAAA North Islands, which start Thursday at Cowichan Secondary School. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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Feb. 8-14 Monday 55-plus - Anne McInnes, 654 triple. Monday mixed - Duane Plested, 741 triple. Tuesday 55-plus - Mike Turner, 297 single, 721 triple; Joy Bruner, 255 single. Tuesday mixed - Lindsay Haverstock, 329 single; Gord Coulson, 770 triple; Shannon Atchison, 263 single. Wednesday classic - Larry Cross, 410 single, 921 triple; Carla Burgmann, 350 single, 952 triple. Thursday 55-plus - Mike Turner, 739 triple. Thursday ladies - Madonna Addis, 261 single. Thursday youth - Konnar Oliver, 265 single; Mikayla Eby, 278 single, 711 triple. Saturday youth - Tessa Portman, 191 single, 357 double; Jerry Godfrey-Allen, 208 single, 341 double; Brayden Massick, 247 single. Special Olympics - Lorne Haller, 218 single; Leanna Hewitt, 237 single, 473 double.
Comox, Feb. 6-7 Level 2 - Hazel Quarress, second, vault; Sophia Erler, first, vault, third, bars, second, beam, second, floor, second, allaround; Maddie Simpson, second, vault, second, bars, second, beam, third, floor, second, all-around. Level 3 - India Quarress, second, beam, second, floor, third, all-around; Ryann Sandland, first, vault; Makayla White, second, vault, third, bars, second, beam, second, floor, second, all-around; Lilika Kovacs, second, vault, third, bars, third, beam, second, floor, third, all-around. Level 4 - Aylan Vincent, third, bars, first, beam, second, floor, second, all-around; Maddisyn Burns, second, bars; Ella Husband, first, bars; Naiah Kulla, third, bars, third, beam. Level 5 - Mylah VandenElsen, third, vault, third, bars, first, beam, second, floor, second, all-around;
Mikenna Turenne, third, beam. Level 6 - Sophie Fridriksson, third, bars, first, beam, third, floor, first, all-around; Brianna Rapanos, first, bars, second, all-around; Rachel Zuccaro, first, floor. Level 7 - Terilyn EwenHoldom, third, vault, third, beam; Nicole Larson, second, floor; Ashleigh O’Donnell, third, vault. Level 1 boys - Owen Harbo, second, floor, first, horse, third, vault, first, parallel bars, first, horizontal bar, first, all-around; Victor Cornthwaite, first, rings, third, parallel bars, first, horizontal bar, third, allaround; Zackery Silvey, third, floor, second, horse, third, rings, second, parallel bars, third, horizontal bar. Level 3 boys - Ethan Bryson, second, floor, second, horse, second, rings, first, vault, second, parallel bars, second, horizontal bar, second, all-around.
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United Div. 1 women win league table With a league title on the line, Nanaimo United’s top women’s side left no doubt. The team clinched first in the Lower Island Women’s Soccer Association’s Div. 1 with an 11-0 win over Cowichan on Saturday at Merle Logan Field. “Opposition aside, they played
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