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The City of Nanaimo is doing its part for Earth Hour on Saturday (March 19). The global environmental initiative will see lights turned off between 8:30 and 9:30 p.m., with the aim of conserving energy. The city will turn off non-essential lights at Vancouver Island Conference Centre and will advertise Earth Hour on the Front Street LED screen. Additionally, it will hold glow-in-the-dark skating at Nanaimo Ice Centre between 7 and 9 p.m. Scott Pamminger, the municipality’s infrastructure planning and energy manager, said the city is continuing to switch from older incandescent-style and highintensity discharge lighting to LED lights – it can generally reduce energy consumption by 50 per cent, he said. A study is also set

to begin in the next month, examining further energy-efficient lighting, Pamminger said. “The thing we are going to be looking at is street lighting more because a lot of those are not LED, but we’ll be looking at those in the near future,” said Pamminger. The study is estimated to take six months, he said. As for the skate, Gary Paterson, city recreation coordinator, said it is in line with the environmental theme. “We’re going to do our LED and our energy-efficient glow lights ... skate under the stars is the theme,” said Paterson. There will be ambient lighting and the ice will be lit in “patches” and colours, Paterson said. In terms of safety, Paterson said ice centre staff has had experience with roller skating and ice skating events over the years and found that once people are on the ice and their eyes have adjusted, they have a good time. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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Councillors express non-confidence in Nanaimo’s mayor By TaMaRa CUNNINgHaM THe NewS BULLeTiN

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Natalie Golbeck, recreation assistant at the Nanaimo Ice Centre, gets gear ready for an Earth Hour-themed glow-in-the-dark public skate session at the centre Saturday (March 19) from 7-9 p.m. The event is one of a few ways the city will support Earth Hour on the weekend.

Nanaimo mayor Bill McKay has no plans to resign, despite a letter of non-confidence and calls for his resignation by the majority of council. Seven of eight elected city councillors signed a letter expressing non-confidence in the first-term mayor it was hand-delivered to him last week. The action was revealed in an open council meeting Monday as council fielded questions and concerns from the public tied to alleged workplace bullying, but the letter itself has not been released. Some politicians telling the News Bulletin it’s confidential or private correspondence. Councillors have laid out concerns for their lack of confidence in the mayor’s leadership, including claims there’s no communication with council and staff, poor attendance at meetings and instances of speaking against the will of council. While several elected officials report the letter calls for the resig-

nation of the mayor, councillors also refer to it as a wake-up call. Coun. Ian Thorpe said there have been issues for some time, it’s been getting worse and “we felt we needed to take some strong action.” He is sorry he felt he had to sign the letter, but wanted to signal to the mayor that things cannot continue as they have, adding that McKay has not been talking to councillors or responding to their requests through motions or messages and hasn’t shown a willingness to work with council or the new chief administrative officer. Thorpe hoped there would be a response or a willingness to sit down and discuss issues, but that hasn’t happened. In an interview with the News Bulletin, McKay said he will not respond to the letter, signed by all except Diane Brennan. Nor will he resign. He doesn’t feel he’s been involved in bullying at city hall, as a councillor has alleged. See ‘MAYOR’ /8

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School district reviews transportation policy BY KARL YU The News BulleTiN

The Nanaimo school district is on course to review its student transportation policy. According to the district, the provincial government no longer provides funding for student transportation and the district is no longer mandated to provide transportation services. As the district is in the middle of a two-year process to become financially sustainable, Graham Roberts, district secretary-treasurer, presented a transportation report to the business committee at its March 9 meeting “The old policy …referred to ministr y policy,” he said. “That ministry policy doesn’t exist anymore, so it’s the board’s discretion what transportation service we provide and that results in a

board policy discussion.” The process will see staff reviewing procedures and ridership numbers as work on the 2016-17 school budget takes place. The school district will also hold a public consultation session on April 12 in order to receive feedback, which in turn will provide information for the policy. The new policy will be formed and any bus routes that could be potentially affected would be identified. The board would vote on the policy by the end of June and new routes would be developed in the fall, said Roberts. Any changes would come into effect in September 2017, he said. Public consultation is scheduled for April 12 at 7 p.m. at John Barsby Secondar y School.

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As residents start to think about getting started on spring gardening, the city is sending out a reminder regarding backyard burning. “We are seeing an increase in the number of complaints regarding illegal backyard burning and would like to remind residents of the burning regulations in effect,” said Ennis Mond, Nanaimo Fire Rescue’s chief fire prevention officer, in a press release. The fire department reminds residents that backyard burning is banned except by permit. Burning permits may be issued for lots greater than 0.4 hectares in size. Only organic yard waste may be burned, and only during daylight hours Fridays and Saturdays during April and November. Fires cannot exceed 1.5 metres across. Residents can access the fire bylaw online at http://fire.nanaimo.ca to see if they meet the criteria to obtain a burning permit. To obtain a permit, please call Nanaimo Fire Rescue at 250-7537311.

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Community groups are getting a new platform to share their artistic passions, charitable causes and messages with residents of Nanaimo. On March 24, the Downtown Nanaimo Business Improvement Association will unveil the Nanaimo Community Stage. “It is something that the

of the association’s remaining money to be used on a legacy project, said Hostetter. “It is a lot for one organization to bear, but because we were able to come together and partner on that, it is really awesome,” said Hostetter. The stage is 7.3 metres by 9.7m and has an adjustable 3.6m backdrop and a dance floor. Hostetter said the City of Nanaimo owned a stage previously and it worked well, but it has been out of circulation for about the past five years because it reached the end of its use and needed repairs. The

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Lantzville votes against trying to buy woodlot BY NICHOLAS PESCOD The News BulleTiN

Lantzville will not be examining ways to protect a woodlot popular for recreational activities. The District of Lantzville council voted unanimously Monday against instructing staff to investigate trying to purchase Woodlot 1475 for the protection of a watershed. Woodlot 1475 is a 256-hectare property located in upper Lantzville and is more than 95 per cent Crown land. The woodlot is designated as a timber production forest and is currently being logged by John Gregson, who is the licence holder for the woodlot. The issue surrounding the proper ty stems from last year, when a local community group known as Save Lantzville Forest began pushing various levels of government to change the woodlot’s designation to a permanently protected area and compensate Gregson. The group cited recreational opportunities and environmental protection of various species that inhabit the area as reasons for protecting the woodlot. While Lantzville councillors were supportive of the idea to turn Woodlot 1475 into a protected space, the issue is largely out of their control and the provincial government has been wary. The motion of the woodlot being a community watershed was brought forth as a potential way to protect the lot.

Coun. Dot Neary, who didn’t support the motion, said there are a lot of complex issues surrounding the woodlot and that the district should not purchase it using taxpayer dollars. “I don’t feel that I can take the responsibility to committing the district to looking into the purchase of a woodlot and … I personally, at this point, am not interested in acquiring the property on behalf of the taxpayers of Lantzville.” A letter received earlier this year from B.C. Forest Minister Steve Thomson indicated the community could request a reduction in the annual allowable cut, but the woodlot must still be logged. In order to take control of the woodlot, one would need a licence. Coun. John Coulson said the property is still in the provincial government’s control and efforts need to be made to change that. “The property is still in the ministry’s hands as a woodlot licence. It’s a whole other matter to get that out of the governments hands and that is where the efforts have to be and I don’t think that is where our involvement should necessarily be at this time,” he said. However, Mayor Colin Haime told the News Bulletin that there are still options for Save Lantzville Forest, including finding a partner who is willing to help acquire the licence and manage the woodlot. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

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MEDICAL OFFICER raises subject of safe injection sites in Nanaimo. BY TAMARA CUNNINGHAM The News BulleTiN

The conversation about safe drug consumption sites needs to start, according to Dr. Paul Hasselback, Island Health’s chief medical officer for central Vancouver Island, who calls the number of drug overdose deaths “unprecedented.” Twenty-two people have died of drug overdoses on Vancouver Island since January – 13 in the Harbour City. The average over the past three years, for a whole year, is 17, making Nanaimo’s number a “surge.” Overdose deaths have made headlines since late December. There were eight in Greater Victoria, and by January Nanaimo authorities were urging drug users to take precautions after they saw a spike in overdoses, including one death, here. There was concern the city was seeing the same drug product as in the south Island, which involved multiple drugs like heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine and in one case, fentanyl, preliminary toxicology tests by coroner service showed. It is not known what drugs were detected in recent Nanaimo deaths. With the number at 13, Hasselback is concerned and says the commu-

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nity should be, too. “We’re about to change traffic laws because there’s been five kids that have been hit in school zones in the last five years, none of them fatal, and we’re looking at a number of

overdoses that exceed vehicle collision on the island,” he said. He believes we are at the stage where we need to start to talk about safe consumption sites, where people can inject, inhale or swallow drugs with supervision of a health professional. It is one potential solution and part of a continuum of services, he believes needs to be looked at, including preventing the development of addiction and treatment options. He said there isn’t great access to detoxification or rehabilitation and not enough programs for the people who need them. “We certainly know there was a different drug product that got out there and we’re seeing the very tragic consequences as a result of it,” he said. “It would be nice if it went away tomorrow but I think we have to start working on the assumption that this is just the new norm and that we are going to have these new products get incorporated into illicit drugs that are out on the street right now and that’s why we have to start thinking differently.” Nanaimo city council has a role to play to be part of the conversation if it chooses to be, as well as the B.C. government, according to Hasselback, who says the key message is encouraging people not to use alone and to have someone there who is trained and knowledgeable about Naloxone, the antidote to opioid overdoses. news@nanaimobulletin.com

Fire department receives training for opioid antidote BY TAMARA CUNNINGHAM The News BulleTiN

Nanaimo Fire Rescue will soon be equipped to deliver the antidote to opioid overdoses. For the first time, firefighters at Nanaimo Fire Rescue will be trained to administer Naloxone, an antidote for opioid overdoses like fentanyl and heroin. Chief Craig Richardson made the announcement at a city meeting Monday and expects firefighters will be fully trained to administer the drug in several weeks. Administering drugs is

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is quite often the first on the scene. B.C. Ambulance can already administer Naloxone, but if there’s any delay, responders with Nanaimo Fire Rescue will be able to administer Naloxone if someone is at risk. Dr. Paul Hasselback, medical health officer for central Vancouver Island, said Naloxone is literally the antidote to an emergency situation and when administered, an otherwise fatal event can be reversed. “The fire department is really good about being timely on site,” he said. “If we can have them intervening rather than waiting

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Coun. Wendy Pratt calls the letter a wake-up call. A motion had already been passed with required actions from the mayor to which he did not respond. “We sent that letter as a way of trying to get his attention, I guess…” Pratt said. “I have worked collaboratively with the mayor in the past, I would like to do so again, but right now we’re not, and to me that [letter] was a way of saying, come on, let’s do something different than we’re doing.” Heavy lifting and good work is being done behind the scenes, said Pratt, who says this is not the primary issue in terms of work at the council table. The hope is the mayor will respond and “we can come back to the table together,” she said. McKay sees the letter as “serious,” but said he’s not the first mayor to receive such a letter and won’t be the last. “The sooner we all realize we have to work together for the next two and a half years, the better off we’re all going to be. I’m prepared to do that,” he said. news@nanaimobulletin.com

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Ex-principal sentenced to 21 months’ probation BY KARL YU The News BulleTiN

A former Nanaimo school principal who pleaded guilty to theft may not receive a mark on his criminal record. David Mark Street, 56, pleaded guilty in December and was handed a conditional discharge, with 21 months’ probation, by a provincial court judge on March 14. He won’t have a criminal record if he is able to meet the probation order. Street, former Woodlands Secondary School principal, was charged in May following an RCMP investigation. He subsequently resigned from the school district and received no severance. Crown counsel had been seeking a conditional sentence order – a jail sentence served in the community. “Although it was not the sentence the

Crown was seeking, the Crown respects the decision,” said Dan McLaughlin, Crown spokesman. “We will not likely be filing an appeal. It’s a sentence that is within the range of sentences the judge could have ordered for comparable offenders having committed this type of offence.” Dale Burgos, school district spokesman, said the district had no comment on the matter. Chris Churchill, Street’s legal representation, was contacted for comment, but had not responded by press time. Street will also be required to pay a $100 victim surcharge fee by April 14 and McLaughlin said there is a condition that Street participate in a restorative justice program under the direction of his probation officer.

Thursday, March 17, 2016

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Nanaimo RCMP and the B.C. Coroners Service are investigating after a human body was discovered on Invermere Beach in north Nanaimo on Tuesday. Investigators at the scene said police were called at about 2 p.m. Several people out for a walk discovered the deceased and called 911. T h e B . C . C o ro n e r s Service, along with the Nanaimo RCMP Forensic Identification Unit, conducted an investigation of the scene before the body was recovered at about 5 p.m. Police have determined the victim was an elderly woman who lived nearby. Investigators notified her immediate family Tuesday evening. The Nanaimo RCMP is continuing its investigation with the B.C. Coroners Service, but foul play is not suspected. An autopsy is expected to be carried out in the near future. photos@nanaimobulletin

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Try to unplug for Earth Hour

A lot of people will be lighting candles to try to do their part for Earth Hour. Depending on our beliefs and/or cynicism, maybe we’re lighting a candle and praying for this planet. Either way, it’s a simple and altruistic initiative, and no great hardship to unplug for an hour. Some families in the city make it an annual tradition to participate, lighting enough candles to play board games or have a fondue or that sort of good old-fashioned fun. B.C. Hydro tracks communities’ Earth Hour energy usage and praises communities such as Whistler, which managed to cut its energy load by more than seven per cent during Earth Hour last year. Across the province, the efforts have saved megawatt hours worth of electricity. In Nanaimo, residents haven’t unplugged as effectively and have sometimes even seen energy use increases some years. We like to think we’re an environmentally minded population here, so there’s no reason we can’t try to be leaders in this. An hour makes a difference, but we should be trending toward cutting our electricity usage at any hour. There are good reasons to do so. Even if some of our energy sources are renewable, there may be other hidden costs to our environment. As the Site C dam project progresses, for example, we see how a massive-scale project impacts the land and public coffers, just to tap into a renewable resource. It’s not just large government expenditures, either. Anyone who’s paying the bills know that user fees continue to increase, hydro included. It doesn’t seem to take much electricity for our Step 1 charges to ascend to Step 2 costs, as our smart meters keep counting that current. Earth Hour is a gimmick, but it works if it reminds us to try to make a difference to our pocketbooks and our planet. Let’s win Earth Hour, and then try to win the hours after that, too.

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As the B.C. government them. B.C. housing czar Rich spends millions on an internaColeman has also demonstrated tional brand campaign with the factual flexibility as he presides recycled slogan “Super, Natural over the creation of his latest B.C.,” another brand identity has single-room-occupancy drug spread across Canada. ghetto in a residential neighbourThis one’s unintentional. It hit hood in Victoria. a new peak last week with the After quietly proposing a arrival of two young men from closed-down nursing home Saskatchewan, who were given called Mount Edwards Court as a one-way tickets to Vancouver temporary solution to the filthy and Victoria by typically bur“tent city” that sprang up on prodened social services vincial property last ministry staff in North fall, Coleman abruptly B.C. Battleford. announced Feb. 5 that VIEWS In his initial the building had been Tom Fletcher interview with the bought and partly renBlack Press Saskatoon Starovated for $4 million. It Phoenix, Charles Neilwould house 38 people Curly said he decided for up to a year. to head west when I asked him if the shelter staff told him purchase meant the his time had run out conversion of Mount and he asked for bus Edwards into permatickets to B.C. nent “low-barrier” “When they asked housing for 100 people if I had a place to go, I just said, was a “done deal,” as area resi‘yeah,’” Neil-Curly said. “I was dents believe. “They’re wrong,” going to the next homeless shelColeman replied, saying there ter anyway.” would be community consultaTransients and panhandlers tion over the next year. aren’t the only ones who say In subsequent comments to whatever they figure will get reporters, he said the province them through another day. doesn’t really need city zoning, Politicians do it too. but will apply for it anyway. Admitting she knew little about (That won’t be a problem with the arrivals, Premier Christy Victoria’s far-left city council, Clark suggested that both were which is keen to add a supermentally ill and deserve every vised injection site too.) support the province can give On Feb. 24, Coleman was

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asked if he is concerned that the 88 housing units at two locations would fill up and other transients would arrive to take their place. By that time the tent squat appeared to have about 100 people in residence, with the usual overdoses, violence and prostitution. “They’re not actually all that transitional,” Coleman said. “We’ll take Mount Edwards through a zoning process. We’ve got about 100 beds there. We’ve bought the building so it’s hardly transitional.” Fast forward to March 11. The 38 Mount Edwards spaces are full, another 40 rooms and camping spaces at a former youth custody centre are almost full, and the province applies for a court order to clear the Victoria camp. A representative of the advocacy group Together Against Poverty Society goes on local radio to pledge legal support for the campers. How many are there now? At least 100, he says. Meanwhile in Maple Ridge, where the homeless problem is all fixed, Coleman has just extended temporary shelter funding and paid $5.5 million for a 61-room motel to fix it some more. ◆ Tom Fletcher is columnist and legislature reporter for Black Press.

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Write letters to protest disability concerns To the Editor,

After watching question period and listening to Minister of Social Development and Social Innovation Michelle Stilwell’s same old rinse-andrepeat rhetoric, I wasn’t sure whether to be surprised or insulted that she looks so condescending on the bus pass issue. This minister states that she is levelling the transportation for all on disability. So if we take her reasoning for this bus pass program fiasco we then can assume that now all MLAs will start

taking private planes to their constituencies like the premier so they too can have level transportation for representation of their constituents. She states that there is a lot of misinformation and misunderstanding, perhaps she is referring to herself and her government because those on disability understand full well what is happening to their increase. So while we wait for the lawyer, who is doing his due diligence on this matter in a class-action case, I have started a letter-writing campaign. We

are sending it to the premier’s office and one of her staff will have to open the letter then share it with the minister. So with that in mind, please share with family, friends, co-workers, anyone who feels that the bus pass program should stay at $45 annually and give the increase of $77 to all those on disability. Thank you in advance for caring for what happens to those on disability.

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Marina plan should be cancelled CHRIS BUSH/THe NewS BUlleTIN

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Re: Mountie in Taser death files lawsuit alleging he was ‘scapegoat,’ March 10. I suspect the musings of the constable were to make us all feel like weeping willows in fields of onions. Perhaps he was in the wrong place at the wrong time and yes we know initial RCMP statements were akin to science fiction, but let us not forget a man needlessly

Not only is this bad for the environment, but it is against Mother Nature.

So let’s use common sense and cancel the whole deal.

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died here. I believe all four Mounties were lucky not be charged and will forever hold the Criminal Justice Branch in contempt for not doing so. Here are things the constable needs to consider: If Dziekanski was a Syrian refugee, not a Polish immigrant, and that scenario happened today, I’d have to stand behind a lot of people to take him to the wood-

shed. The constable needs to be reminded, it’s not the commanding officers of Nanaimo or Ottawa he answers to. Too bad when former B.C. justice minister and Attorney-General Shirley Bond renewed the RCMP contract, she didn’t underscore that.

Grant Maxwell Nanaimo

Christians forgive, while other religions preach violence Re: Refugee crisis requires action, Editorial, Nov. 24. Interesting to note that Islamophobia has been defined as

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killing anyone who does not agree. Welcome to the world stage of violence.

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Re: Pot shops had to be closed, Editorial, Dec. 3. You need to step into the 21st century with growing a healing plant. This plant takes you off toxic addictive pharmaceuticals. I’ve grown my own medical cannabis for over 16 years. A drunk driver ruined my ability to work at all. Your lack of research on this issue is appalling. How cannabis gets to a dispensary is basic and sterile. How does organic medical marijuana get to the dispensary? In a container, glass or plastic, usually. Didn’t you see CBC’s Marketplace where big grocery chains repackage old meat dipped in fresh blood and redated? Or mouldy fruit on custard tarts in the bakery section? Organic medical marijuana is much safer and non-toxic compared to the agri-tech, monocrop, GMO-poisoned, hormone-and-noexercise toxic meat. The choice is yours.

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Lantzville spends on software NOTICE TO ELECTORS OF AN ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS “BEAUFORT PARK DEDICATION REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL BYLAW 2016 NO. 7225” Pursuant to Section 86 of the Community Charter, the City of Nanaimo hereby gives notice that it is seeking the assent of the electors of the City of Nanaimo by an Alternative Approval Process. This Alternative Approval Process applies to the entire City of Nanaimo. Under Section 30(3) of the Community Charter, in order to remove the application of “Beaufort Park Dedication Removal and Disposal Bylaw 2016 No. 7225” from this portion of Beaufort Park, a new bylaw must be adopted and may only be adopted with the approval of the electors. Further, in accordance with Section 27 of the Community Charter [Exchange or other disposal of park land] the property exchange must receive the approval of the electors. Approval of the electors may be received by way of an Alternative Approval Process. The question before the electors is whether they are opposed to “Beaufort Park Dedication Removal and Disposal Bylaw 2016 No. 7225”, a bylaw to authorize the removal of park dedication and disposal of 82.7 m2 of land from Beaufort Park at 69 Lorne Place in exchange for an equal increase to Beaufort Park from privately owned land at 1515 Dufferin Crescent as shown on the location plan attached. The number of eligible electors in the City of Nanaimo is estimated to be 64,996. The Council for the City will proceed with adoption of “Beaufort Park Dedication Removal and Disposal Bylaw 2016 No. 7225” unless, by the deadline set out below, at least 10% (6,500) of the estimated number of electors in the City of Nanaimo have signed and submitted individual elector response forms indicating that Council may not proceed with adoption of the bylaw without first receiving the assent of the electors by other voting. Elector Response Forms are available at City of Nanaimo Legislative Services Office 455 Wallace Street, Nanaimo, BC, on the City website at www.nanaimo.ca, or by phoning 250-755-4405, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. excluding statutory holidays. Copies of the form can be made, however only forms with original signatures will be accepted. For an elector response form to be accepted it must: • • • • • •

be submitted by an eligible elector of the City of Nanaimo; include the full name of the elector; state the residential address of the elector; be signed by the elector; if applicable, state the address of the property in relation to which the person is entitled to vote as a non-resident property elector; and, be submitted to the Corporate Officer before the deadline.

The deadline to submit Elector Response Forms is no later than 4:30 pm on Monday, April 25, 2016. Forms may be submitted by mail or in person to the Corporate Officer, Legislative Services Office, 455 Wallace Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6. Original signatures are required, so the Elector Response Forms may not be returned by email or fax. Postmarks will not be accepted as date of submission. To sign an elector response form, a person must be a qualified resident elector of the City of Nanaimo or a non-resident property elector in the City, in accordance with Section 161 of the Local Government Act. A copy of the proposed bylaw and background information are available for viewing on the City website at www.nanaimo.ca, or at the Legislative Services Office. For Information about: • the proposed park dedication and removal - please contact Nancy Skeels, Property Service Agent, Real Estate Section at 250-755-4453. • the Alternative Approval Process - please contact the Legislative Services Office at 250-755-4405. City of Nanaimo Corporate Officer

ASSET MANAGEMENT program deemed useful to municipal staff. BY NICHOLAS PESCOD The News BulleTiN

Lantzville will soon have new software that will allow it to better manage its assets. On Monday night, District of Lantzville councillors voted in favour of adopting a motion that would see them purchase asset management software worth $21,400 from CityWide Solutions, an Ontario-based company. The asset management software comes with an annual licensing fee of $4,000. There will also be $9,850 set aside for staff training and implementation of the software, but 50 per cent of those costs will be covered using a grant that the district received from the Union of British Columbia Municipalities. The new software is designed to give Lantzville staff marked ability to manage the district’s assets

such as roads and sewages. The software would be able to provide detailed information about assets including age, lifespan and amortization schedules. Councillors Denise Haime and John Coulson were both opposed to the motion. Coulson said he couldn’t support the motion because of the costs associated with it, adding that staff didn’t provide any concrete numbers in terms of savings or benefits. “I cannot support this in any way, to me this is much like our discussion on the payroll software for accounting, no denying there would be some benefits and efficiencies to this software, but that is a lot of money and I really don’t see the economic justification to it,” he said. “The staff report spoke to how much time we spend on it right now and how much time they think they will save with the software, but there were no numbers given. If we are spending a lot of time on whatever the asset management program is, we should be able to define that.” reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

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Island elk making a comeback

SPECIES COULD be removed from province’s at-risk list by 2024 if trends continue. BY JOHN M c KINLEY Black Press

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A bull Roosevelt elk wanders along the highway near Youbou. Vancouver Island’s elk population has more than doubled in less than 30 years.

Every autumn, seasoned members of Kwakwak’awakw First Nation gather their young hunters. They melt into the forests near Campbell River and Sayward to track and kill the resident Roosevelt elk – at more than 1,000 pounds, the world’s secondlargest deer. They carefully record their catch and any other observations, then arrange for the butchering. Around Christmas time the young hunters reconvene, load up the meat and hand-deliver packages to the community’s elders. It is a lesson in self-sustenance and providing for the community that was not possible a few decades ago when the north Island tribe was restricted to hunting only six elk a year. Last fall, tribe members took 101 because the resurgent elk population allowed for it. That population is a testament to a new approach to conservation and co-operation that has seen elk herds growing across Vancouver Island. “The state of the herds is fantastic. They are doing very, very well,” said John Henderson, wildlife officer for the Kwakiutl District Council. “We have developed a management plan where everybody benefits.” Glenn Venus, who operates a hunting lodge and guiding operation called Tro-

phyWest from his acreage near Sayward, agrees. “The numbers have gone up. It’s a positive in a province where wildlife numbers are suffering,” he said. “I believe the government is doing a good job on our elk. It’s a real win-win. We’ve got a real good relationship with the First Nations and it’s all managed very well.” Historically, such men have butted heads in competition over hunting access. Today, they work together as president and secretary, respectively, of the Wildlife Stewardship Council, a coalition of hunting guides and First Nations that takes pride in the elk success story. Henderson said the first step in the relationship was the recognition that the health of the animal comes first. That means growing self-sustainable herds takes precedence over any harvest. Then came rough agreement that any harvest should be split equally between First Nations and non-First Nations hunters. “The only way we can establish a trust relationship is having the numbers,” Henderson said. “Our people have managed it in a way that respects the animal and so we had sustenance. Our people have established themselves as responsible hunters.” The numbers seem to bear that out. According to a Ministry of Forests management plan released in July of 2014, the number of Vancouver Island elk has more than doubled in less than 30 years – from 2,500 animals in 1986 to 5,300 in 2014. Ministry officials say that number has reached 5,500 today. Ranging throughout most of Vancouver Island, and most plentiful in the areas

west of Campbell River, Cowichan and Nanaimo, herds are stable or increasing in all but three of the more than 150 subregions in the area. The elk are native to the Island, but saw their numbers decimated during a century of colonial practices. Populations are secure enough now in some areas that they are being transplanted to reestablish herds in habitat areas where they had disappeared. Despite these gains, the animal remains on the provincial Blue List, meaning it is considered at-risk because of characteristics that make it particularly sensitive or vulnerable to human activities and natural events. “Elk can be highly susceptible to harsh winters and high levels of predation and/ or unregulated hunting. This is especially true of small populations that are less resilient, which can be very slow to recover,” Ministry of Forests Public Affairs officer Greig Bethel said in an e-mail. The goal for the species – as stated in the provincial management plan – is to maintain self-sustaining populations, expand its traditional range and to get it off the Blue List by 2024. Venus preaches continued slow and steady progress along the path that has already been established. “We are doing well, the numbers are growing, but I don’t want to do anything silly. It happens in other parts of the province and we don’t want that,” he said. “As long as the health of the herds is there, I think that is the most important thing. The elk is a very special animal.” john.mckinley@blackpress.ca FICTIO N

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No LNG expansion pending from Fortis B.C. on Island

MT. HAYES storage facility won’t be used for any new project. BY JOHN M c KINLEY Black Press

Fortis B.C. says it has no plans to build or supply a new liquefied natural gas operation on Vancouver Island now, or in the near future, or to expand its existing plant. And any Island connections to a new LNG export proposal that surfaced earlier this month are tenuous at best. Questions arose on the heels of a report the Alaskan firm Crowley Holdings had applied for an export permit to annually ship up to 10 billion cubic feet of excess Canadian natural gas to foreign markets. That application made reference to the Fortis B.C. LNG storage plant on Mt. Hayes, southwest of the Nanaimo Airport, and led toInternet speculation that something new was pending at or near that location. According to Fortis corporate communications manager Michael Allison, that is not the case. Allison acknowledged his company may have interest in striking a deal with Crowley at some point, but said no nego-

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The Mt. Hayes liquefied natural gas facility on Mt. Hayes, southwest of the Nanaimo Airport. Fortis B.C. says it has no plans to utilize it as part of an export proposal being made by an Alaskan firm.

tiations have taken place. Not only that, he added that any potential future deal would be focused on the expanding Fortis B.C. LNG plant in Delta, not at Mt. Hayes. “That facility (Mt. Hayes) is not designed for that. Any kind of new activity would be at our facility in Delta,” he said. Crowley spokesman Matt Slevert confirmed the Mt. Hayes facility was included in its National Energy Board appli-

cation because it is part of a network that could be used to help feed LNG exports, not because Crowley has immediate hopes to utilize the facility itself. According to Allison, Delta’s Tilbury plant – operating since 1971 – and the Mt. Hayes plant are the only two LNG facilities currently operating in B.C. Unlike most LNG proposals currently dominating the headlines, they are focused on serv-

ing the domestic, not international, market. Opened in 2011, the Mt. Hayes facility essentially works as a reservoir to ensure Vancouver Island has a longterm supply of natural gas on hand in the event of any service interruption or sudden peak in demand. It cools the gas to a liquefied state and can store up to a month’s supply for the approximately 100,000 Vancouver Island homes and

businesses that Fortis B.C. serves. That network is fed by a pipeline that was built in the early ’90s. It travels under the ocean from Powell River to Comox, then splits – one arm snaking north to Campbell River, the other south through the Mt. Hayes facility and on to Greater Victoria. The only active new LNG proposal for the Island at the moment is Steelhead LNG’s two-pronged plan to build plants at Bamberton below the Malahat on the Saanich Inlet and at Sarita Bay along the Alberni canal – each to serve the export market. Steelhead has National Energy Board approval for a licence to export up to 30 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas per year over a 25-year period from the two proposed sites. The Malahat plant has come under fire from some neighbours around Saanich Inlet, including area First Nations, who say it comes with too much environmental risk. In February, the Cowichan Valley Regional District – home of the existing Mt. Hayes facility – passed a motion it was opposed to any LNG facility being located at Bamberton or anywhere else within the regional district. -with a file from Craig Spence

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Death benefits restored in B.C.

PROVINCE CHANGES program rules after questions raised.

The B.C. government is ending its practice of deducting WorkSafe B.C. death benefits from income assistance collected by the survivors. The regulatory change is being made after Nanaimo MLA Leonard Krog questioned the government about a constituent who has had her four-year-old son’s benefit deducted since she began receiving income assistance. The father disappeared and was presumed drowned while working on a log boom at Port Mellon in 2011, before the child was born. The boy was eligible for $287 per month in a WorkSafe B.C. benefit because his father was killed on the job, but under the province’s income assistance policy, that

amount was deducted, leaving the mother with $658 a month. Social Development Minister Michelle Stilwell said Tuesday she has instructed ministry staff to change the regulation, similar to a change that was made last September to exempt Canada Pension Plan orphan benefits. Stilwell said there appear to be only a few cases involving WorkSafe B.C., and she was not aware of them when regulations were changed to stop deducting CPP and parental child support payments. “As with many government benefits, when it comes to staff members, they follow it word for word,” Stilwell said. As of last September, single parents on income assistance are allowed to keep child support payments made by the other parent. That affected about 3,200 families and 5,400 children. NDP social development

critic Michelle Mungall said that since the Nanaimo case came to light, MLAs have heard of similar cases involving WorkSafe B.C. child benefits. She urged the government to make the change as quickly as possible. “New Democrats advocated for more than a year to end the child support clawback, and we saw success on that, and at the same time, the government made the right decision to end the clawback of CPP orphan benefits,” Mungall said. “Somehow they ignored this one and the minister needs to account for why they ignored it.” Income assistance payments in B.C. were last increased in 2007. For an employable adult, the rate is $235 per month plus a maximum shelter allowance of $375 a month. For an employable single parent with one child, the rate is $376 plus $570 for shelter.

Crackdown coming on passing school buses The B.C. government is preparing to increase penalties for drivers who pass school buses while children are getting on or off. “There are still far

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rimson Coast Dance Society’s Body Talk program is about more than studying dance movements. It’s about transformation, awareness of life choices, freedom, empathy, openness and bringing these elements and others into one’s life both on and off the dance floor, said Jamie Black, facilitator of the program and instructor Dianna David. “It’s so magical it made me cry last night,” said Black, during a rehearsal for the program. The participants perform during Mirror Image: Body Talk Spring Break Performance Sunday (March 20) at 7:30 p.m. at the Port Theatre. For the first five months of the program, David worked with the youths through Skype and focused on helping the participants, dubbed the Body Talk Cru, gain insight into what it was to be a creative person and connecting to personal experiences. “The group wanted to focus on real issues we as people face. The mirror image gives us the opportunity to look at and reflect on ourselves and personally create that empathy and compassion,” said David. “Life is a performance process ... we are always performing, presenting ourselves.”

David formally worked as a mechanical engineer but felt something was missing and decided to quit her job. She built her own company and now works as a performing artist, inspirational speaker, storyteller and artistic career coach. She said there were four main points she talked about with the participants around personal awareness: I am a creator, I am a work of art, I am original and I am the choices I make. “We’ve been pushing the boundaries with this program,” she said. One of the original aims of the program, created by the society’s artistic director Holly Bright, was to guide participants over a number of years so eventually they could step into a leadership position within the program and create the dances for the performance at the Port Theatre. This year, there was an entire new group of participants. David said it was challenging to start from scratch to get the crew members to the facilitator level but they stepped up to and met the challenge. “I feel so proud of them,” said David. The Mirror Image: Body Talk Spring Break Performance is presented by Crimson Coast Dance Society and the Port Theatre Society. Tickets for Mirror Image, the finale performance by Body Talk Cru members, are $22. They are available by calling 250-754-8550 or online at www. porttheatre.com. For more information about the Body Talk program please go to www.crimsoncoast.org. arts@nanaimobulletin.com

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Hailee Bartleman, left, and Jenna Strong practise a dance routine, with Belle Taneda and Natasha Ladourer silhouetted behind them, in preparation of the Body Talk Mirror Image show Sunday (March 20), 7:30 p.m. at the Port Theatre.

Musical festival celebrates performers’ artistic talent in various disciplines BY RACHEL STERN THE NEWS BULLETIN

Celebrating youth, arts and talent in the community are some of the driving forces behind the Upper Island Musical Festival. The 88th annual festival kicked off earlier this month with participants in piano and

voice performing and being adjudicated at St. Andrew’s United Church. “It’s an opportunity for our youth to perform and perfect their arts and have a real live audience,” said Natalie Cashmore, public relations representative for the festival. She said over the past few years the festival has been mut-

ing the competition aspect of the event. While participants are still adjudicated, the performances now are one after another and the judging is at the end of the day. “It’s misconstrued as a competition,” said Ben Loyst, 16, a participant in several vocal categories. “A lot of it is a celebrations. It’s a lot of fun.”

Loyst said he’s made numerous connections over the years at the festival performances. Some of those connections led him to the opportunity to perform in the production of Charlie Brown in the Bard to Broadway in Qualicum Beach this summer. He plays Linus van Pelt. Loyst said he was a “really

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The ordinary and mundane is art. A stick, a bench or a shirt can become the genesis for artistic inspiration for Vancouver-based artist Ron Tran. Once an object is chosen, it’s time to let go and collaborate. It’s time to take a chance. “It is something I am interested in – is chances – chances and not being in control of what I am going to make,” said Tran. “I like the idea of having a concept but not a full concept.” Creating art is about taking risks. When Tran collaborates he takes a step into the unknown. He never knows what direction the other collaborator will take. For his latest exhibit, Somewhat Mine: A Nanaimo Retrospective which is at the Nanaimo Art

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Gallery until May 14, Tran collaborated with artists, community members and students. Tran worked with Chantelle Delage, Marshal Hopkins, Denisa Kraus, Mon Petit Choux, Tuyet Anh Nguyen, Denise Tierney, Charlotte Zhang and students from Art Lab’s Saturday

Studio. To connect to the Nanaimo community and reflect it in his artwork he decided to live in Nanaimo for a few months and moved to the community in January. Tran said any art is a form of communication, but when he creates his work he doesn’t have a

message he is trying to convey. Once the art is complete, Tran said “I no longer feel like I have any responsibility in how people perceive it – read into my art – it’s just their interpretation.” The theme of connections and relationships runs throughout his exhibit. The artwork in the exhibit is based on previous pieces

Tran created but have been changed by the collaborative process. One project, he created with Grade 11 student Zhang, is a series of shirts on hangers with pieces taken from photograph. Tran created the original based on photographs he took in Berlin. Zhang’s twist is the use of her family portraits. She took a portion

of each photo such as a person in the background or a bag someone held, cropped them and used them as the T-shirt artwork. Another piece, created by Tran, was inspired by the vandalism of Chinese real estate agent advertisements on bus stop benches last year in Nanaimo. Some of the benches had racial slurs painted on them and one had a swastika. It reminded Tran of a photo he took while travelling in Berlin of a bench with slurs against gay people. The bench also had a swastika on it. He is affixing his photos on a bench in the exhibit and people can watch a video he created where he creates clothing out items around him in bars, restaurants and other locations. “It’s hard to determine what it is,” said Tran. “It could be a cross-dresser or someone from a different part of the world – tribal or traditional – but not really.” For more information go to www.nanai moartgallery.com. arts@nanaimobulletin.com

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Cadets host free concert The B.C. Regional Cadet honour Band is filling the Nanaimo Port Theatre with music on wednesday (March 23) at 7:30 p.m. The show is free, but people must reserve tickets by either calling 250-754-8550 or online at www.porttheatre.com. The band, comprised of 50 young musicians, performs popular music with the backdrop of military ceremony. Members are chosen from amongst the 1,600 cadet musicians in the cadet band’s 70 B.C. communities, according to the press release. The musicians are from the Royal Canadian sea, Army and Air Caders. The concert is led by lieut. Carl Mclean.

Arts council offers funding Nanaimo residents interested in pursuing learning in the arts could get a helping hand from the British Columbia Arts Council. The council is offering scholarship awards for pre-professional training. The council provides up to $6,000 per year for an arts student pursuing post-secondary education, full-time in a fine arts diploma or degree in a recognized college, university or institution. Recognized areas of study include arts administration, community-based arts practice, museums, dance, media arts, theatre, music, visual arts and others. The application deadline is April 30. Guidelines and applications are available at www. bcartscouncil.ca.

Saturday studio held at gallery The Nanaimo Art Gallery’s saturday studio has two upcoming sessions for kids to attend. On March 19 there is Puppet Play where attendees make puppets and March 26 is everyday Assemblage. The studio runs 9:3010:30 a.m. for ages five to seven and 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for ages eight to 12. Call 250754-1750 for info.

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Big band performs swing-era music

GLENN MILLER group visits Port Theatre on tour.

Big band music soared in popularity during the swing era. Songs like Moonlight Serenade, composed by Glenn Miller, and Chattanooga Choo Choo, written by Mark Gordon and Harry Warren, and recorded by The Glenn Miller Orchestra became hits in the 1930s and ’40s. Miller had a dream of creating a big band. His first attempt failed, but he didn’t let that stop him and in 1938 he created The Glenn Miller Orches-

tra and soon had a string of hit records in his wake. With the outbreak of the Second World War, the group disbanded, but took on another form when Miller created the Glenn Miller Army Force Band. It was in 1944 that Miller died. He took off in a single engine plane to travel to France from England for a show and disappeared over the English Channel. A year later he was declared dead. His legacy lived on despite his death. In 1954 his story was told in the movie The Glenn Miller Story, featuring Jimmy Stewart and June Allyson. And two years later the band’s drummer, Ray McKinley reformed the orchestra and

throughout the years musicians have been keeping the legacy alive. The modern reincarnation of the Glenn Miller Orchestra performs two shows at the Nanaimo Port Theatre, Monday (March 21) and Tuesday (March 22) at 7:30 p.m. The band has 18 members and is led today by Nick Hilscher, music director and vocalist. The shows are presented by the Vancouver Island Symphony and are a signature event for Festival Nanaimo. Tickets range in price from $38$67.50 depending on seating locations or $18 for students. For tickets call 250-754-8550 or www.porttheatre.com.

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Amos Garrett has been playing the guitar for more than half a century. Garrett started playing the guitar when he was 13. He said it was around that time rock ‘n’ roll first hit the airwaves and it was a big influence in his decision to pick up the instrument. “There was something about the music. I gravitated toward it. It’s powerful,” he said. “The guitar was the most predominant instrument in the form.” He initially borrowed a guitar from a neighbour to be able to play. “I wanted to play music so badly it was just a joy. Every hour that wasn’t spent in school or studying I was playing the instrument,” said Garrett. After a while, his parents bought him

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his own guitar for Christmas. “I played it so much it just imploded. I broke the guitar I played it so frequently,” Garrett said. “I just loved it.” Garrett performs in Nanaimo at the Queen’s Friday (March 18) at 7 p.m. The performance is presented by the Nanaimo Blues Society and is a partner event for Festival Nanaimo.

“Everybody please show up and fill the house and have a good time,” said Garrett. Garrett said he’ll be performing some blues, jazz and some pop standards during the show. He’ll also pay homage to the music’s roots and play some early rhythm and blues songs. “When I tour, the music is improvisational. It’s more new

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“I like to perform. I quite enjoy all of it,” she said. “It’s fun to show off.” She participates in piano, vocal and dance categories. The festival’s dance gala is April 16, 7 p.m. at the Port Theatre. Tickets are $14.50 plus an order fee. The Honours Performance is April 24 at St. Andrew’s United Church, located at 311 Fitzwilliam St., starting at 2 p.m. It features performers in the brass and woodwind, piano and vocal categories. Admission is $10 or $8 for seniors and students. All the adjudication performances are open to the public to attend. The dance sessions run from March 30 to April 9 at the Beban Park social centre. The perfor-

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Band creates Irish versions of rock and classical songs De Danann was formed in 1975 and hails from Galway, Ireland. The band has put its Irish stamp on songs such as Hey Jude by the Beatles and Handel’s The Arrival of The Queen of Sheba, which the band renamed The Arrival of The Queen of Sheba to Galway. The group has also recorded Jewish Klezmer music. It recorded the album, Half Set in Harlem, which features gospel singing.

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Fundraiser supports refugee family

MUSIC, SPEECHES and silent auction part of Saturday’s event.

Residents of the Harbour City will gather in the Old City Quarter for a good cause this weekend. On Saturday (March 19), the Islamic Centre of Nanaimo Refugee Sponsorship Group will be hosting a silent auction fundraiser at St. Andrew’s United Church to support the Syrian family it has sponsored. The fundraiser will feature

musical performances by jazz pianist Carolyn Bell, the VIU Saudi Club and The Big Mess as well as speeches from Douglas White III of the Snuneymuxw First Nation and Ghazi Farooq, chairperson of the ICN Refugee Sponsorship Group. Louise Gilfoy, event organizer and member of the group, said she is hoping to raise $4,000 at silent auction. The money would go toward helping the family, and any extra money would go to helping other refugee families. Donated silent auction items up for grabs include a two-night stay

at the Painted Turtle Guesthouse. Gilfoy said she is thrilled at just how supportive residents of the Harbour City have been towards sponsoring refugees and supporting their successful integration into the community. “There are a lot of amazing people I have met through this and there are a lot of amazing people in Nanaimo. Nanaimo has been really welcoming to people,” she said. “It has made me really proud of Nanaimo.” The silent auction begins at 6 p.m. Tickets are $20. For more information call 250-668-8064. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

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Louise Gilfoy, shown with son Matteo, is one of the organizers of a Syrian refugee fundraiser Saturday (March 19) at St. Andrew’s United Church.

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Society celebrates 70 blooming years

Annual General Meeting Thursday, March 31, 2016 6:00 p.m.

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awards were given to Roxywallhanger, first place; Reed’s Family Wellness, second place; and Pomme Natural Market, third place. The winner of the grand prize draw for a weekend escape to Black Rock Oceanfront Resort in Ucluelet was Ramona Morrison from Nanaimo. Organizers are already looking ahead to the 18th annual West Coast Women’s Show in March 2017. For information, please visit www.westcoast womensshow.com

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Vancouver Island

The West Coast Women’s Show attracted hundreds of people this month. In a press release, organizers thanked the women from all walks of life and all over the mid Island region who attended the twoday show. Partial proceeds from admission raised $1,200 for Nanaimo’s Haven Society, which provides services to women, children, youth and families who have experienced violence. Best display

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The Nanaimo Horticultural Society has been helping the city grow for 70 years. The society’s anniversary was recognized this month as more than 60 people attended a celebration and panel discussions at Vancouver Island University. The curses of owning a heritage orchard, what the upcoming season may bring in new plants and old diseases, and challenges and choices faced in building a career in horticulture were among the topics discussed by three expert Nanaimo Horticultural Society scholarship-winning graduates of Vancouver Island University’s horticulture program. Panelists Geoff Ball, executive director at Milner Gardens and Woodland, Bruce Chic, nursery associate at Art Knapp Plantland and Jennifer Forrest, past-president of Ladysmith-Saltair Garden Club, kickedoff the celebration with a panel discussion on gardening trends, tips and traps. The society presented the VIU Foundation with a special anniversary gift of $750 to fund the 2016 Nanaimo Horticul-

tural Society Scholarship. “We are celebrating 70 years of growing with Nanaimo,” said society president Karen Hovestad in a press release. “We have watched the careers of tonight’s panelists, who are all past NHS scholarship recipients and VIU horticulture program alumni blossom and we are thrilled to help plant the seed for the future success of this year’s scholarship recipient.” The annual scholarship is available to an academically strong, full-time student in VIU’s horticultural technician program who will be continuing their studies in the horticultural field. The recipient of this year’s scholarship will be selected in May. “Receiving the scholarship back in 1995 was an honour and a big financial helper,” said Ball. “Being recognized in that way solidified that I was on the right career path.” The Nanaimo Horticultural Society was established in 1946. With a current membership of 150, the society brings together local gardeners of all experience levels and has grown a variety of club events to include: garden bus tours, gardening forums and workshops and the annual Spring Plant Show.

Women’s show held wide appeal

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Archbishop’s death commemorated An annual commemoration of the death of the Archbishop of El Salvador, Oscar Romero, will be held Sunday (March 20) at 7 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church downtown. There will be talks from the

Christian and Islam perspectives on welcoming strangers. The event includes music and refreshments will be served. Admission is free; donations welcome for the Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society.

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Eden Gardens beginning to grow

DEMENTIA CARE facility sets fundraising goal.

Eden Gardens is taking shape, but it needs the community’s help to make it a truly special place. Nanaimo Travellers Lodge, a non-profit organization and local charity is hoping to raise $2 million toward the Eden Gardens project currently under construction on Northfield Road. The 130-bed dementia care facility is being built primarily with public money through the provincial government and will receive $10.4 million in annual operating costs through Island Health. “To help residents remain independent and actively engaged in community life, each individual receives a tailored care plan that focuses on physical and emotional health, nutrition and medication management,” noted a Nanaimo Travellers Lodge press release. The group wants to “set the standard” for enhanced dementia care on Vancouver Island, and to attain that

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Nanaimo Travellers Lodge development officer Sandy Parise and fundraising chairman Robert Grose set a goal of $2 million for Eden Gardens.

level of care, it requires more money than Island Health can provide. If Nanaimo Travellers Lodge can raise $2 million, it can “deinstitutionalize our building and incorporate our programs.” The beds will mostly be for licensed dementia care, for people who have complex care needs due to moderate dementia and other cognitive conditions, but who otherwise have lesser medical and physical needs. Eden Gardens’ layout fea-

tures ‘communities’ and neighbourhoods’ with private rooms and bathrooms in addition to common rooms and dining rooms. “The goal is to provide a more home-like environment rather than the traditional, institutional environment,” the press release noted. For information about supporting the group’s fundraising efforts, please visit www. nanaimotravellerslodge.com, e-mail jcoutu@concise.ca or call 250-714-9350.

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Saturday FIRST OPEN HEART Society Mid Island chapter meets Saturday (March 19) at 1 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 4235 Departure Bay Rd. For more information, please call 250-753-1915.

Monday NANAIMO FAMILY Historical Society meets Monday (March 21) at 6 p.m. at Beban Park social centre, rooms 7 and 8. Discussion groups will be followed by a talk by Bart Armstrong, author of Turning Over Stones. HARBOUR CITY Newcomers Club for anyone new to Nanaimo or whose circumstances have changed. The club provides social activities, friendship and support. Next meeting March 21 at 7 p.m. at Oliver Woods Community Centre. Visit www.harbour citynewcomers.ca for more information.

Wednesday BEYOND BLAME 16-week program to help men establish relationships begins March 23, 6-8 p.m. 1070 Townsite Rd. Call 250-754-3331 for more information.

Upcoming CANADIAN FEDERATION of University Women presents The Many Lives of Dr. Bonnie Heron. Anyone welcome. March 28, 7 p.m., St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Hall. Phone 250-758-9298 for more information.

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Ongoing HARBOUR CITY Seniors Crochet and Craft Group meets Fridays from 1-3 p.m. at the Bowen Park Activity Centre, 500 Bowen Rd. For anyone 60 years old and up. Phone 250-591-1228. MULTIPLE MYELOMA cancer support group meets last Wednesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m., at B.C. Pensioners and Seniors Centre, 2465 Labieux Rd. Call 250619-9555. EVERY BODY Sings choir, all taught by ear. Call Shirley at 250-7296135. PHOENIX RISING dragon boat team seeks new paddlers. Recreational, some racing. Practice Tuesday/Thursday, 5-7 p.m. Call 250-7549158. MS SELF help group meets second Thursday at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, Jack Little Room, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

HEART OF the Island Chorus of Sweet Adelines Int. meets Wednesdays 7-9:30 p.m., at the Royal Canadian Legion in Lantzville. Phone 250722-3233 for more information. PARENT SUPPORT Circles free weekly groups for parents with children 12 and under. 1-800-665-6880. HUB CITY Toastmasters meets from 7:30-9 p.m., Tuesdays, Occidental Pub (downstairs), 432 Fitzwilliam St. Visit hubcity.toast mastersclubs.org. NANAIMO SUPPORT Group for people living with mood disorders takes place from 7-8:30 p.m. at Church of Nazarene, 2150 Departure Bay Rd. Call 250-729-9191 for more information. KIwANIS SUNRISERS morning meetings, Thursdays at 8 a.m. Contact information can be found at nanaimo.sunrisers@ yahoo.com. HARBOUR CITY Toastmasters meet every Thursdsay from noon to 1 p.m. at the Occidental Hotel, 432 Fitzwilliam St., in the basement. 250-7400202 for details.

NANAIMO PEER-LED pain self-management group meets third Wednesday, 1-3 p.m., at Beban Park. www. pipain.com.

CAREGIVERS’ SUPPORT Circle. Drop-in peer support with trained facilitators. Tuesdays, 1-2:30 p.m., Nanaimo Community Hospice,

dent in 2016. Finlayson takes on the role of past-president this year, with Janice Stromar serving as president-elect for 2016. Returning to the b o a rd t h i s y e a r are Cholene Begin, Kaye Broens, Don McClintock, Sandy Rantz, and Neil Woodrow. New to the VIREB board are Marty Douglas of Comox and Mark Clark from Royal LePage Nanaimo Realty.

NORTH ISLAND WILDLIFE RECOVERY CENTRE A Wildlife Experience for the Whole Family

group, 0-5 years old, meets every Wednesday 9:30-11:30 a.m., Cedar Heritage Centre, 1644 MacMillan Rd. 250-722-7110.

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United Way expands in region United Way Central and Northe r n Va n c o u v e r Island is excited to announce that as of April 1, United Way Cowichan will come

under its umbrella. “The regional model works well, strengthening local fundraising and investments, while tackling social issues

that impact many communities,” said Don Bonner, chairman of United Way Central and Northern Vancouver Island, in a press release.

NANAIMO EUCHRE Club meets for cards Tuesdays and Fridays. New members welcome. Call 250-758-0739 for times and location. UPLANDS LUNCH BUNCH Toastmasters meets every Wednesday, noon-1 p.m., at Investor’s Group boardroom. Call 250-7976050.

Children’s Poster Competition

PROSTATE CANCER support group meets second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Canadian Cancer Society office at 777 Poplar St. Call 250751-1340. PARKINSON SUPPORT Group meets 1-3 p.m. third Tuesday of each month at Buttertubs Recreation Centre. 250-754-2129. MALASPINA TOASTMASTERS meets 7 a.m. Tuesdays at ABC Restaurant on Mary Ellen Drive. Call 250751-5204.

ENTERPRISING TOASTMASTERS meets Thursdays, 7:30-9 p.m., community boardroom at Country Grocer on Dufferin Crescent. Please call 250-754-6636 for information.

Real estate board refreshes T h e Va n c o u v e r Island Real Estate Board installed its new board at the organization’s annual general meeting in Nanaimo last month. Nearly 120 realtors and dignitaries gathered at the Coast Bastion Hotel on Feb. 26 for the AGM. O u t g o i n g p re s i dent Jason Finlayson passed the gavel to Parksville realtor Margo Hoffman, who will serve as presi-

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 24-hour meeting list information at 250-753-7513 or www. nanaimoaa.org. NANAIMO COMMUNITY Hospice Companions Through Grief drop-in program for people who are grieving the death of a loved one. Fridays, 10 a.m., 1080 St. George Cres. Call 250-591-881.

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Poster size 17” wide x 11” high. (Poster must be wide, not tall) Open to all children 16 years & under Artwork must be original & the work of one person The following words, “Summer Days and Country Ways” only must appear in the poster (please check spelling carefully). 5. Deadline: April 15, 2016

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Income tax preparation available for modest income earners The deadline to file taxes is April 30 and the Canada Revenue Agency says there is tax preparation assistance for individuals with modest incomes. According to the agency, the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program has connected

Pr e- Sh ow Ch at 6: 45 pm in Ha rm ac Ro om

with community groups and trained volunteers to complete basic tax returns for individuals that qualify. In Nanaimo, the service is available at three locations. The Salvation Army at 19 Nicol Street is offering services from

10 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 3 p.m. every Tuesday to Thursday – the service is offered year-round. The Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society Immigrant Welcome Centre (101-319 Selby St.) is offering year-round ser-

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vices from Monday to Friday, between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Volunteer Nanaimo is also offering the service year-round at its location at 3148, Suite E, Barons Rd. on Fridays between 9 a.m. and noon, by appointment (calling 250-758-7121).

To find out if you qualify, please call the agency at 1-800959-8281. People who use the service are asked to bring all of their slips from 2015, as well as their 2014 return and notice of assessment.

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NANAIMO & DISTRICT

CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-8477 Richard MARRS

William EDGAR

Is Wanted for Drive While Prohibited Section 95 MVA, Fail to Appear Section 145 CC

All individuals listed must be presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

Is Wanted for Fail to Comply with Order Sec 490 CC

•Weight: 177 lbs. •Height: 5’10” •DOB: Jul 22, 1955

•Weight: 180 lbs. •Height: 5’7” •DOB: May 29, 1970

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William BURRILL

Is Wanted for Possess Stolen Property x2 Sec 355 CC, Fail to Appear x 2 Sec 145 CC, Theft Under $5000 Sec 334(b) CC

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Is Wanted for Report False Offence Sec 140 CC

•Weight: 122 lbs. •Height: 5’5” •DOB: Mar 14, 1995

•Weight: 166 lbs. •Height: 5’6” •DOB: Dec 24, 1980

Brian McMILLAN

Wendy LESSARD

Is Wanted for Theft Under $5000 Sec 334 CC, Break and Enter Sec 348 CC

Is Wanted for Fail to Appear Sec 145 CC, Theft Under $5000 Sec 334(b) CC

•Weight: 250 lbs. •Height: 5’7” •DOB: Oct 26, 1971

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John EHRET

Is Wanted for Canada wide warrant, Breach of Parole

Is Wanted for Theft Under $5000 Sec 334(b) CC

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If you know anything about these unsolved crimes, call the Nanaimo RCMP at 250-754-2345,Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, text Crime Stoppers at 274637, keyword Nanaimo, or go online at www. nanaimocrimestoppers.com 1. Nanaimo file # 2016-6602 Sometime overnight on Thursday March 3rd, an outdoor shed located at the Nanaimo Hornets Rugby club on Dover Rd was broken into. Taken was a gas powered pressure washer, 2 lawn mowers and miscellaneous garden tools. 2. Nanaimo file # 2016-6555 Sometime overnight on Thursday March 3rd, an unlocked vehicle parked at 673 6th St was broken into. Taken was a wallet and Samsung phone. 40 percent of all vehicles broken into are unlocked. Wallets are often left in vehicles and will be the first item thieves look for. 3. Nanaimo file # 2016-6541 Sometime overnight on March 3rd, deck chairs were stolen from 2510 Glenayr Drive. The chairs were white wrought iron with orange and yellow cushions. 4. Nanaimo file # 2016-6917 On Sunday March 6th, a locked bicycle room at 154 Promenade Drive was broken into. Taken were 2 Bionex Electric bikes: one was a black and grey Trek and the other, a blue white Giant with a battery. 5. Nanaimo file # 2016-7257 Sometime overnight after 8m on Wednesday March 9th, a boat parked on the street in front of 217 Concordia Place was broken into. Taken was a radar dome and display console. The radar is JVC model and the dome was white with a black and white console. 6. Nanaimo file # 2016- 7250 On Wednesday March 9th, a theft was reported from 1468 White Road. Taken was an ASTEK Yard Sentinel RC Electronic monitor/animal detector with a 50 foot cord. The monitoring system was plugged into the front of the house. 7. Nanaimo file # 2016-7235 On Wednesday March 9th, wire was stolen from 7 street lights in the area of Calinda St and Hammond Bay Road. Each of the street lights were opened at the bottom and the remaining wires were left dangling and exposed. The stolen wire was a red, white and black #6 gauge and a green #8 gauge. The cost to repair and replace the wire is estimated to be $2000. 8. Nanaimo file # 2016-7666 On Saturday March 12th, at approximately 3:30 pm, a flugelhorn was stolen from Long and Mcquade, located at 620 Comox Rd. A male and female are believed to be responsible for the theft. The male was arrested outside the business but the female nor the horn was located.

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Beefs & bouquets BOUQUET To the lovely gentleman who bought a complete stranger a bouquet. Your kindness makes the world a better place. BEEF To doctors who prescribe medications that have the potential of significantly increasing a person’s blood pressure from safe to dangerous, and who do not advise their patients to check their blood pressure once or twice a week. This is especially important when starting a new medicine that can have unintended consequences. BOUQUET to the three Good Samaritans, an older lady who tried unsuccessfully and the two gentleman who were successful in helping me up when I fell in Sears. BEEF To the Canadian version of the movie and TV streaming site for having Bad Boys and not Bad Boys 2. What the heck? BOUQUET To the two gentlemen who came to my aid after I did a five-point face plant on cement after exiting bus on Wednesday. It all happened so fast, I forgot to thank you. BEEF To the beefers lambasting those who complain about the rain. Constant rainy weather makes some people physically sick. I spend lots of money on allergy medicine because of the mould blooms that take place in the air. Other people are bothered by not being able to see the sky for days or even weeks on end. But the sickness it causes is the worst for me. I’d leave if I could. BOUQUET To the young man who took a lengthy time washing his truck while I waited in line. His unexpected kind gesture of then washing my car made my day. Huge thanks from a senior. BEEF To the City of Nanaimo for doing an at-best lousy job of fixing a pothole near our house. The pothole has since returned and the city is now up the street digging and replacing new waterlines and to no surprise, are practising the same method of patch work over there, which no doubt won’t hold up and with time, potholes will show up.

BOUQUET to councillor Diane Brennan for always maintaining her poise and grace in the face of unwarranted and undeserved criticism. There is no place for personal and vindictive attacks when doing the city’s business. Those who employ bullying tactics bring shame on our city. BEEF To the tandem bike riders going down Hammond Bay Road. The small child on the back was literally wavering back and forth. You put a little one in a dangerous position. BOUQUET To everyone who has tipped paper carriers Jenna and Lynda over the past few months. The generosity has raised $550 for the Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society to use toward providing support to newcomers. BEEF To the people in charge of cutting down the eagle tree at the Nanaimo dump. At this time of year, there were up to 12 eagles hanging out in the tree you cut down. Now there are none. What were you thinking? BOUQUET to the beautiful people at the News Bulletin at Easter time.

BEEF To the people who went out for a rip on the field by the pub. Your parents must be so proud. BOUQUET To Nathan in the meat department at Real Canadian Superstore. The steaks you replaced for my husband were delicious and cut to perfection. It’s nice to see a young man like yourself being so caring and concerned, looking after your customers. BEEF To the dog owner who has its dog poop on Canterbury Crescent and then covers the poop with nearby rocks. You have no respect for other people’s property. BOUQUET To my wife. I have so much admiration for all that you do. It may just seem routine to you and you may think it’s unnoticed. From laundry to dinner from dishes to dusting from caring for our two boys to calling my mom to say hello. Susanna, my wife of almost 21 years, my best friend Susy, I love you and with so much appreciation I say thank you for everything.

BEEF To the mall advertising a free movie they were offering. By the time guest services opened and got their computers ready to go, they were already sold out. Such a waste of people’s time in line and a big disappointment for my children. BOUQUET To Barbara at Cornerstone Tile. She spent so much time helping me with my fireplace design. She is truly a Nanaimo business gem. BEEF To the mall’s online registration for a free kids’ movie during spring break. By the time it was sorted out, the event was sold out. So poorly organized and such a disappointment. BOUQUET To Great Canadian Oil Change at Country Club Centre. Thanks for your honestly in letting me know my oil was clean and my car did not require an oil change. BEEF To road construction and paving companies for substandard work, materials, and maintenance. Suddenly, in a few short years, our roads are literally falling apart everywhere we look. On the bright side, it’s great for glass businesses fixing all the windshields damaged by road debris. BOUQUET To Cheryl and Kelly, owners of Spice of Life catering. They yet again generously prepared a delicious hot lunch for the students and staff at Seaview Elementary School. BOUQUET To each and every one of the 42 volunteers who came to the Barsby Park cleanup. You all were absolutely amazing and you should be very proud of your hard work, as well as environmental and community spirit. BOUQUET To my beautiful, understanding wife Gerrie for putting up with me for over 40 years. All my love.

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BEEF To the beefer who apparently hates cyclists. Have you got any idea how hard it is to share the road with drivers who have a me-first attitude? Ever tried to cross an intersection that has a light that will not change unless someone presses the button?

Beefs & Bouquets is a free forum to give thanks or express views on issues and events. The News Bulletin reserves the right to edit or refuse submissions. Length is limited to 40 words and two submissions per person per week. A winner will be selected at random to receive a floral bouquet from Turley’s Florist and Potting Shed. Mail or deliver to the News Bulletin, 777B Poplar St., Nanaimo, V9S 2H7 or e-mail to bulletinboard@nanaimobulletin.com. Fax to 250-753-0788.

BOUQUET To Jamie at The Finishing Touch. He is so patient, helpful and generous. I will return there again because of his service.

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BEEF To the person building a new house on our street that looks like a crooked box attached to a chicken coop. Do you not have any regard for what your neighbours will have to look at? This used to be a nice street.

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BOUQUET To the people on my paper routes who tipped me this past Christmas season. I had a wonderful time in Maui with my daughter, watching the whales and enjoying every sunset. Mahalo!

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Margaret Evelyn Ferguson April 13, 1927 - September 24, 2015 The family of Margaret Evelyn Ferguson cordially invites you to join in celebrating her life on Friday, March 18, 2016 at 2pm. The memorial service will be held at St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Presbyterian Church, 4235 Departure Bay Road, Nanaimo, B.C. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Margaretâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory to the Clay Tree Society for People with Developmental Disabilities or the Canadian Cancer Society.

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ur amazing father, husband, grandfather, great grandfather, great great grandfather, uncle, friend and fellow earth traveler passed away at his homeÂ on Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at the age of 97. He was predeceased by his siblings Irene, Louise and Walter, his loving wife Molly of 62 years, his granddaughter Yvonne Â and son-in-law Ken. HeÂ will always be remembered and missed by those nowÂ left behind:Â Children, Brian (Louise), Diane, Christopher (Lynn)Â Margaret (Gary) his grandchildren Raymond, Clayton, Kenny, Candice, Marc, Eric, Alexander, Parker and Alison; and his great grandchildren: Chantelle, Daniel, Tayla, River, Kailana, Elise, Damien, Nathan, Brendyn, Alexandra, Kenny Jr., Cameron, and one very special Great-greatÂ grandchild Kylie. As well he leaves to mourn his lossÂ hisÂ second wife Agnes, son David, Tobi, Odette and granddaughter Ollwyn.Â The changes thatÂ Charlie witnessed and participated in since his birth on May 22, 1918 to the present are phenomenal: from travel in the village by horse and buggy to travel in the global village by jet; from pen and paper letters to a Facebook page he has seen and done a lot.Â His ability to learn and adapt to those changes created his uniqueness. His skillfulness at connecting and communicating with the many and diverse people that he interacted with is remarkable. Â He enjoyed learning, and he appreciated life.Â Â He had the amazing gifts of conversation, interacting with others, seeing the best in people, and storytelling. His constant curiosity and his belief in his own ability to affect his world as well as his creative inventiveness while interacting with that world kept him youthful in spirit until the end. He had a larger than life impact on the many many people who knew and loved him.Â Â He will be remembered for his Â big Cheshire smile, Â generosity, and Â warm heart.Â He will live on in our stories, our hearts, and our big Cheshire grins. Â Our family extends gratitude and special thanks to Dr. Kathleen Torrie, Dr. Anthony Booth and Dr. Francis Nuamah in addition to the numerous people who helped with all his health and personal needs. A memorial service and celebration of life will be held at St. Philips By The Sea Anglican Church at 7113 Lantzville Rd. at 2:00PM on Friday March 18, 2016. In Lieu of flowers you might make a contribution to a charity of your choice in Charlieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name.

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Carter, Howard Douglas (Doug) He passed peacefully away at Berwick On The Lake on March 9, 2016. Doug was born in Lloydminster, Sask. on January 24, 1917 and moved to Powell River with his family in 1924. He was educated at Henderson Elementary and Brooks High School. He began work in the logging industry in 1934 and he worked for many companies in the Powell River/ Stillwater area. After his retirement from the woods industry, he was employed as a city bus driver in Powell River. Doug worked tirelessly in his garden and grew huge quantities of fruits and vegetables for his familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s enjoyment. He cut his own wood from his large property and his wood piles were a work of precision. He enjoyed many road trips with his wife, Jean, in Canada and the United States. Doug and Jean moved to Berwick on the Lake in Nanaimo in 2007 to be closer to their family. The family wishes to thank the staff at Berwick for their excellent care. Doug was predeceased by his wife, Jean, his sisters, Anne and Kate and his brothers, Bob, Don and Hugh. He is survived by his son, Fred (Margaret), his granddaughter, Lesley (Jeff), his great-granddaughter, Olivia, and great-grandsons, Lucas and Jackson, all of Nanaimo. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Noreen Sandel of San Diego, California. There will be no service by request. A memorial donation may be made to the charity of your choice.

Evelyn Ruth McCaskill The family of Evelyn sadly announce her passing on Friday, March 4, at the age of 93 years. She was born in Priestly, BC, to parents Arthur and Margaret Anderson. Her early years were spent in Richmond, Marpole and on Gambier Island. In 1937, when Evelyn was 15, the family moved to Texada Island, where her father was employed in logging. In 1943, Evelyn was united in marriage to Victor Charles Klein. Together they raised two sons Wayne and Warren (Gus). At the age of 50, Evelyn was alone and moved to Nanaimo, where she worked in the cosmetics department at Sears for 10 years. While living in Nanaimo, she met and married Donald McCaskill. Evelyn and Don travelled to many destinations worldwide before and during their retirement. Family was number one in Evelynâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book, and she was always very supportive to both her own family and the McCaskill family. After Don passed away, she became very active volunteering for both the Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation and The Port Theatre. Evelyn was predeceased by both husbands, her four siblings Peggy Morrison, Lawrence (Buster) Anderson, Chris Lanyon and Irene Mitchell. She is survived by her sons Wayne and Warren (Joyce) Klein , daughter-in-law Solbjorg Klein, grandchildren Garth, Chris and Amy and her four great-grandchildren. Evelyn is also survived by Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sons Neil (Mona) and Glen (Diane) McCaskill, grandchildren Donald, Paul, John, Richard and Christine and ďŹ ve greatgrandchildren. Special thanks to Dr. Pienaar and the staff at Nanaimo Seniors Village for their genuine kindness and caring for Mom. Evelyn was blessed with a wonderful, healthy life. A private celebration will be held later in the spring. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations may be made to Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation or The Port Theatre.

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May 13, 1922 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; March 12, 2016 Walter passed away peacefully early on March 12, 2016 at NRGH in Nanaimo. Walter was born May 13, 1922 in Parkside, Saskatchewan and, after moving to BC, lived many years in Port Alberni, Victoria, and Nanaimo. He will be forever loved and missed by Irene, his devoted wife of 70 years, and his children Ross (Karen) of Courtenay, Gerry of Red Deer, AB, Lori (Ian) MacKinnon of Hardisty, AB and Bryce (Leslee) of Nanaimo as well as by his grandchildren, great grandchildren, and many friends and relatives. A celebration of life for family and friends will be held at Cedar Community Hall, 2388 Cedar Road, Nanaimo at 1:00 pm on Monday, March 21, 2016. Thank you to the caring staff and volunteers at NRGH. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.

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It is with heavy hearts that we report the sudden passing on March 9th of Seann at a much-too-young age of 30 years. From a very young age Seann wanted to become a Chef and in his short lifetime he achieved that goal, accepting the challenge and pressures of running a busy kitchen with good humour enthusiasm and efficiency. Seann loved to cook for other people. Seann was born in Nanaimo in 1985 and took most of his schooling here and started working in a restaurant while still in high school at the age of 15. He worked in restaurants in Edmonton, Victoria, Vancouver and in Nanaimo. While working at the Laurel Point Inn in Victoria he met Kaori Niwa, who was later to become his bride. Seann is survived by his wife Kaori, his father Bruce [Barbara] Gordon, his mother Jenafor [Andy] Siemens, brothers Lee [Bonnie], Jayeson [Monique], niece Summer, and sisters Tammi [Joe] and Kimberly [Rick] in Alberta. He also leaves several aunts, uncles and nieces and nephews in BC, Alberta and Japan. A celebration of Seannâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s young life will be held at First Memorial Funeral Services, 1720 Bowen Road in Nanaimo on Saturday, March 19th at 2:00 p.m.

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Seddon, Louisa Frances December 23, 1927 ~ March 6, 2016 A caring and loving mother, always giving and a good wife. Lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unfairness and cruelty did not overcome motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goodness. March 6, 2016 a merciful release - Rest in Peace mother.

Bradbury, Leroy (Bud) was bornÂ August 31, 1927Â in Hay Lakes, AB and passed away peacefully with his family, by his side,Â March 13, 2016Â inÂ Nanaimo, BC. Bud was married in 1949 to the love of his life, Thelma in Nanaimo, BC. He worked many years, for Pacific Sheet Metal in Nanaimo. During his spare time, you could always find Bud fixing up his Edsel, collector cars, or hitting the greens at many of Nanaimoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s golf clubs. Bud is predeceased by his son, William (Bill) Bradbury and survived by his wife of 67 years, Thelma, daughter Carol Warkentin, daughter in law Kathy, grandchildren, Trevor (Kyla) Bradbury, Tyler (Jean) Gardner, Micheal (Traci) Bradbury, Lindsay (Jeff) CotĂŠÂ , Bailey (Liam) Ellis, Great Grand Children Lily and Kai Ellis, and Whitney and Natasha Bradbury along with son in law, Bill Warkentin.Â The family would like to extend its sincere thanks toÂ Danica and Paul for their ongoing care and kindness as well asÂ the staff of Wexford Creek where Bud had been living. A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 PM March 20, 2016 at Ladysmith Eagles Hall (921-1st Ave, Ladysmith, BC). InÂ lieuÂ of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Budâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Surrounded by family and caregivers Ken quietly passed away on March 8, 2016. Ken will be lovingly remembered by wife of 61 years Laura, his children; Don (Tannis), Debbie, (Larry), Kevan (Judy) and daughter Jane, by his sister Mavis Doxey, two nephews and many loving friends. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Papaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; will be greatly missed by all of his 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Ken is preceded by his son in law Brent McKie, Grandson Brandon McKie and Godson Niall Wallace. A service will be held April 2nd @2:00 PM at First Memorial Funeral Services on 1720 Bowen Rd, with a reception to follow at The Rotary Field House on 850 Third St. (parking is lower / field level). Donations to BCBSRA (BC Blind Sports & Rec. Assoc.) in Kenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory would be much appreciated.

CELEBRATIONS

July 27,1953-March 4,2016

It is with extreme sorrow that we announce the passing of Lawrence. Born in Emo, Ontario to Harold and Mary Jewett. He spoke fondly of growing up in North Branch, as well as Uncle Bob who taught him so much. He loved his mom so much, and believe he never truly got over the loss of her. In his younger days he loved to hunt & fish. Since living in BC, he spent a lot of time exploring this province he loved. During the last few years he reconnected with many family members he hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seen in years, which brought him so much joy as family was everything to him. A wonderful man who would help anyone and will be greatly missed. Predeceased by his parents Harold and Mary Jewett. Sisters Lillian and Mary (in infancy), brothers Lloyd and George, as well as sister in laws Grace and Jeanette. Survived by his loving wife Edith, sons StevenÂ (Sharon), Tyler (Kendra), daughters Nicole(Geoff), Kari(Shawn), and Mary (Craig), grandchildren who he loved so much, Steven, Dillan, Samantha, Kerstin, Jaymee, Robert, Wyatt, Spencer, Levi, Asher, Deanna, and Brenya. As well as Brothers Ed (Linda), Gordon(Sharon), Gary(Bobbie), and Ben. Sisters Bess(Terry), Margaret(John), as well as many nieces and nephews. Special thoughts to Donald, Jean, and Candice. Long time friends he appreciated. A celebration of Lawrenceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be announced at a later date.

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INTERIOR DESIGN SEMINAR-COLOUR & MATERIALS Pat Wickware has been in the Interior Design world for 40 years, Ryerson training. Has had her own company in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Victoria & now semiretired in Courtenay. Specializing now in colour consultation on the Island. Will help you understand colour & material selection for your home or office. The mini seminar will be held for 2-hrs. on Sunday March 27th, or Sunday April 3rd. from 2-4pm. Fees: $35/person or $50/couple. Please call 250-331-0559 or 250-881-0371. or email patwickware@gmail.com for registration. Private consultation also available.

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Richard Vicker Garnons Williams

January 24th, 1931 ~ March 10th, 2016 BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION 5376 FAIRHAVEN PLACE SATURDAY, MARCH 19TH, 1:00-4:00 FRIENDS AND FAMILY WELCOME

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Survived by his loving wife Marjorie Helen Garnons Williams (nee Ure) of 58 Â˝ years; children, Anne Calvert and Garry Calvert of Courtenay BC, David Williams and Nora Williams of Metchosin BC, Judy Williams and Jim Smith of Lantzville BC; grandchildren, Richard Calvert, Katey Calvert, Vanessa Williams, Rebecca Williams, Alexander Smith, Cassidy Smith; siblings, Frank Garnons Williams, Tom and Trudy Garnons Williams, Beth Jasper, Mary Henderson. Dick was a unique character and a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He was always willing to help out where needed and valued honesty in his relationships with family and friends. His wife was the love of his live, and he was hers. Much of Dickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life was spent on the ocean off the west coast of Vancouver Island as a commercial salmon fisherman. He fished for 55 years and was actively involved in fisheries politics and served several times as the president of the Pacific Trollers Association. He was involved in negotiating Canada/US fishing treaties and participated in Canada/Russia fishing talks. He kept his wit, personality and sense of humour right through to the end of his life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; sharing many stories of his adventures on and off the sea. He coped with the devastating diagnosis of ALS with wry humour, honesty and gratitude to his wife and children for their support of his decision to stay at home in Comox. We love him and he will be greatly missed. Many thanks to the absolutely excellent health care providers in Comox who supported our husband, father and grandfather through his last year â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have done this without your continued support and true caring. A Celebration of Dickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life was held at Yates Funeral Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Road in Parksville BC. In lieu of flowers, please consider honouring Dickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory by making a donation in his name to the ALS Society of BC, 300 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 828 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E2. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (1.877.264.3848) in care of arrangements.

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ANTIQUES/VINTAGE CANADIAN FINE Art liquidation sale (originals by: Robert McVittie, Stafford Plant, Brent Heighton, William Winter, George Bates and lots more) located this weekend at 802 Lakes Blvd. French Creek. See our website for photos www.estateliquidators.ca

APPLIANCES S/S FREEZER, white, excellent cond, 33xâ&#x20AC;?x30dx64â&#x20AC;?h, $200. (250)756-4192.

FRIENDLY FRANK BATH BENCH, $60. Bath chair, $39. Both in new cond. Call (250)754-4641 EXERSAUCER, DELUXE baby play station, Toys R Us. as new $45. (250)758-9447. GARBURATOR, WORKS fine, complete with fixtures, $20. Call (250)755-1243. GE DRYER made in USA, compact, perfect working order, $75 obo. (250)954-2348 PINE SHELVES- $40. White leather/chrome foot stool, $20. Call (250)714-0712. STACKING WASHER /Dryer, working cond. $50. Call (250)758-1572.

GARAGE SALES ESTATE Garage Sale! Saturday March 19th 9AM - 2PM #3- 2301 Arbot Road , Nanaimo FRENCH CREEK 802 Lakes Blvd. Mar 18 - 20 (9-6). Downsizing sale. Teak furniture, fine art & other high quality items. To view thee items go to www.estateliquidators.ca LANTZVILLE. DOWNSIZING. Sat & Sun, March 19 & 20, 9am-3pm. Many household items. 7923 Northwind Drive. LONG LAKE- Giant Sale! 4196 Victoria Ave, Friday & Saturday, 9-5pm.

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The Nanaimo News Bulletin has an opening for an advertising consultant. By joining Nanaimoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community print and online newspaper, you can develop a rewarding career in advertising and marketing while contributing to one of Vancouver Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most vibrant communities. The team environment at the Nanaimo News Bulletin will inspire you to the highest level of customer partnership and reward your motivated approach to excellence. You should be a strong communicator, well organized, self-motivated and enjoy working in a fast-pace environment. A car and a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license are required. The Nanaimo News Bulletin is part of Black Press, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest private community news media company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in BC, Alberta, Washington, Ohio, California and Hawaii. Please send your resume with cover letter by Friday, March 18, 2016 to: Sean McCue, Sales Manager Nanaimo News Bulletin 777 Poplar Street, Nanaimo, B.C., V9S 2H7 or email salesmgr@nanaimobulletin.com

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Clippers, Kings nearing faceoff I ISLAND FINALS start this Friday in Nanaimo. BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

They won one series and now they have a chance to win the Island title. The Nanaimo Clippers begin a best-of-seven series this Friday (March 18) against the Powell River Kings with the B.C. Hockey League’s Island Division championship on the line. It’s a rematch of last spring’s division final, when the Shipmen prevailed. “For the guys returning, we sure remember it,” said Kale Bennett, Clippers alternate captain. “We went seven games with them so we’re not going to forget that.” And even for newcomers to the two teams, they’ll know the history and look forward to playing a part in the rematch. “Obviously the veteran players that are on Powell right now are seeking some revenge, and we’re looking to defend the Island championship title here so the guys are pretty excited about that,” said Devin Brosseau, Clippers captain. “We’re a different team, it’s a different series, but I think that hate for them, that rivalry is still there.”

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Vancouver island University Mariners players John Thompson, left, Josh Ross and their teammates participate in their last home practice of the season Monday before heading to Fort McMurray, Alta. for national championships.

VIU men favoured at national championships BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

The 2015-16 VIU Mariners are unbeaten. Now they’ll find out if they’re unbeatable. Vancouver Island University’s men’s basketball team tips off today (March 17) at the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association championships in Fort McMurray, Alta. The M’s go into nationals as the No. 1 seed, for good reason, after going a perfect 21-0 in PacWest play and then following up by winning

a provincial championship. Will opponents be intimidated? “I’m sure some teams will get scared, [but] I know if I was on the opposite side of a team that’s never lost all season, I’m going to want to take them out and I’m going to play that much harder…” said John Thompson, VIU guard. “So it can work both ways, I guess.” Matt Kuzminski, coach of the Mariners men, said he doesn’t think his team’s record will matter much to opponents. “You don’t know the

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other teams, the other teams don’t know you. There’s very little interconference play,” he said. “So the rankings, they set the first game up; other than that, they probably don’t mean a ton.” While VIU’s perfect record to this point won’t be a factor, the team’s experiences winning games will matter. The Mariners have won a lot of games, they’ve won in different ways and they know what it takes to win. “We talk about the process, doing your job and

the score takes care of itself…” Kuzminski said. “There’s so much of basketball that’s out of your control that you’ve just got to make sure you’re really good at doing the things you can control.” VIU’s game is about “stops and scores,” said forward Josh Ross, and so that’s what the team will look for at nationals. “We’ve just got to be under control with a little bit of aggressiveness like we like to play,” he said. “Just play our game.” See ‘MARINERS’ /43

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WOMEN’S TEAM tips off at national championships. BY GreG SAKAKI The News BulleTiN

The March madness of national championships is a little bit different each time. Vancouver Island University’s women’s basketball team will crash the court in Windsor, Ont., at the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association championships this week, the program’s third appearance at nationals in the past four years. “It’s a lot different from the first one,” said Bill McWhinnie, the team’s coach. “I think we’re more aware of what it takes to win at that level and what goes on when you get out there… “Our goals are always to win, but I think we’ll be a little more prepared and a little more focused this year.” The Mariners aren’t the favourites at nationals, but they have all the credentials after winning the PacWest regular-season title and then the provincial championship. “I think we’re peaking just at the right time,” said Jamie MacFarlane, team captain. “Keeping the momentum coming into nationals, I think, is really important for us. We’ve just got to stay focused, stay together. ‘Tough it together’ is what we always say.” The team is close to peak form, said Lanae Adams, VIU guard. “In basketball you can always get better and so

you’ll never be 100 per cent, but I think we’re reaching closer and closer,” she said. “We’re starting to play better, we’re starting to play more as teammates and everything’s just flowing and working.” She said teams at nationals will be a lot better than the opponents VIU faced in conference play, as the players will be faster and more athletic and the benches will be deeper. “It’s the best of the best,” Adams said. “The top teams from every single conference throughout the country [are] going to be there, so we have to play our best to play with the best.” The Mariners have seen in previous years that the style of basketball at nationals tends to be more aggressive, McWhinnie said. “I think teams in other provinces are allowed to play a little more physical. We’re fine with that,” he said. “They’re going to let the kids decide the games a little more and you just have to be physically and mentally tough.” The No. 6-seeded M’s start out play Thursday (March 17) against the No. 3-seeded Northern Alberta Institute of Technology Ooks, coached by former Mariners men’s basketball coach Todd Warnick. The Dynamiques de Sainte-Foy are the tournament’s No. 1 seed, and the field is so deep that the three-time defending champions, the Nomades de Montmorency, come in as the No. 5 seed. “You’re talking the best teams in the country and every game’s going to be a battle,” McWhinnie

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said. “You have to play your best, do all the little things to win, because all the games are going to be close.” GAME ON … VIU tips off in the tournament opener Thursday at 10 a.m. Pacific Time. The game will be webcast at www. ccaa.ca. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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The first action for the VIU men at nationals comes against the host Keyano Huskies. The Mariners have scouted their first opponent, but beyond that, they’ll generally take the tournament as it comes. “[We want to] force our own game plan, stick to what we do. We have an identity and we try to keep to it…” Thompson said. “We’re not going to play their game, we’re going to make them play our game and I think we’ll be fine if we do that.” Nationals are a bigger stage with higher stakes, but when it comes down to it, it’s the same game that the Mariners have been playing – and winning – all season long.

“It’s nothing new. It’s nothing magical,” Kuzminski said. “It’s just being very good at executing the things that we’ve tried to emphasize all year.” They expect opponents to be talented and athletic and worthy of making it to the elite eight of Canadian college basketball. The favourites are focused, and are about to find out how much further they can take this undefeated season. “We’re really excited,” Thompson said. “We get some new competition, something we haven’t seen before, something we’ve been waiting for.” GAME ON … Tonight’s game tips off at 7 p.m. Pacific Time and will be webcast live at www.ccaa.ca. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

Clocks have been scheduled, beginning moved forward, April 19 and May 24. winter officially Cost is $85 for five ends this weekend weeks, or $150 for all and members of the 10 weeks. Nanaimo Track and For the other diviField Club are ready sions, fees have been to spring ahead into set between $180 another season. A and $270 depending final registration ses- on the age level, in sion will be held next addition to a $35 jerweek, fundraising is sey fee. A volunteer underway and the fee in the form of a season’s schedule post-dated cheque of has been set. $100 is also required, Heading up the refundable after 15 club again this seahours of volunteer son will be energetic service to the club. president Tyler Heis- A 20 per cent family terman, assisted by discount applies to vice-president Bernie the third and addiKatzberg. Also on tional children in the the executive are same family. past president Allen Practice times for Johnston, treasurer club members will Don Putz and secrebe Tuesdays and tary Shaula Croome. Thursday evenings Other directors and Saturday morninclude Brenda Redings. man, Sherri Clare, During the busy Cristi Lundman, season ahead, club James Mitchell, Mark athletes will have the Higgins, opporTracey tunity thorpe Mousseau to take report and Karen part in a Ian Thorpe Poulson. number Columnist The of track spring track and field and field meets season will durofficially ing May get underthrough way on August. March 29 Included with the in those first practice of the will be the annual year and registration Elwood Wylie Meet has been happening hosted by the during the past sevNanaimo club on eral weeks. Sign-up May 28-29. Nanaimo can be done online, will also be hosting but a final in-person the B.C. High School registration will be Championships on held next Wednesday June 2-4, as well as (March 23), beginthe B.C. Athletics ning at 6:30 p.m. Championships Jamat the Rotary Bowl boree on July 8-10. clubhouse located In order to help behind Nanaimo offset costs, the club District Secondary is fundraising by sellSchool. ing 18-kilogram (40Athletes as young pound) bags of preas six years old can mium organic topsoil get involved in track for $5 each. The and field, thanks to ordering deadline the club’s fun, nonis April 14, with the competitive Track topsoil available for Rascals program for pick-up from Rotary those aged 6-8. Com- Bowl on April 23. petitive programs Free delivery is availbegin with the junior able within greater development diviNanaimo for orders sion, comprised of of five bags or more. youths aged 9-13. To order topsoil, Then come other register an athlete, competitive divior get more informasions for midget tion on Nanaimo (14-15), youth (16Track and Field Club 17, juniors (18-19), programs, visit www. seniors (20-34), nanaimotrackand athletes enrolled field.com. in post-secondary Whatever your (18-22) and masters sport, a reminder (aged 35 and over). in closing to play For the Track Rasyour hardest, play cals, two five-week fair, and show good sessions have been sportsmanship.

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doubles; Preet Shienh, gold, B doubles; Kim Dinh, gold, B doubles. U14 - Isha Madaan, silver, A doubles; Liam Khoo, silver, B singles; Jaideep Dhami, gold, B doubles, gold, mixed B doubles; Matthew Ye, gold, B singles, gold, B doubles; Khushi Brar, silver, A singles, gold, A doubles; Muskaan Rai, gold, A doubles, gold, mixed B doubles; Justin Liu, silver, A singles, gold, A doubles; Johnson Dinh, gold, A doubles.

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U12 - Alayna Jankovic, gold, A singles, gold, A doubles, gold, mixed A doubles; Mikayla Jankovic, gold, A doubles, silver, mixed B doubles; Owen Brown, silver, A doubles, gold, mixed A doubles; Owen Phillips, gold, A singles, silver, A doubles, silver, mixed A doubles; Olivia Phillips, silver, A singles, silver, mixed A doubles; Olivia Khoo, gold, B singles, gold, B doubles, gold, mixed B doubles; Mannat Shienh, silver, B singles, gold, B doubles; Jason Dinh, silver, A singles, silver, B doubles; Manny Lalh, gold, B singles, gold, B doubles, gold, mixed B doubles. U10 - Mikayla Jankovic, gold, A singles; Jason Dinh, silver, A singles; Manny Lalh, gold, B singles.

Wellington, ND play hard Wellington and Nanaimo District took similar paths at provincials. The city’s two representatives at AAA B.C. boys’ basketball championships in Langley both lost their first games Wednesday, won Thursday, then lost Friday, setting up a meeting Saturday to determine 11th place. Wellington defeated NDSS 61-47. Hayden Jeffrey scored 19 points for the Wildcats and Ryder Jenks added 16, while Max Reed scored 20 for NDSS. Wellington’s other win came against McNair, while NDSS defeated Charles Hays.

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Retail offers may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. Dealer order or transfer may be required as inventory may vary by dealer. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible raincheckable Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. Retail offers not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP).†Until March 31, 2016, lease a new 2016 F-150 XLT SuperCrew 4x4 5.0L and get as low as 0.99% lease annual percentage rate (APR) financing for up to 36 months on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Lease this vehicle with a value of $37,929 (after $2,595 down payment, Manufacturer Rebates of $3,750 and including freight and air tax charges of $1,800) at 0.99% APR for up to 36 months with an optional buyout of $23,348, monthly payment is $430 (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of $199), and total lease obligation is $18,075. Taxes payable on full amount of lease financing price after Manufacturer Rebate deducted. Additional payments required for PPSA, registration, security deposit, NSF fees (where applicable), excess wear and tear, and late fees. Lease offer excludes variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Some conditions and mileage restriction of 60,000km for 36 months applies. Excess kilometrage charges are 16¢ per km, plus applicable taxes. Excess kilometrage charges subject to change (except in Quebec), see your local dealer for details. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. ¥Offer only valid from March 1, 2016 to April 30, 2016 (the “Offer Period”) to resident Canadians with an eligible Costco membership on or before February 29, 2016. Receive $1,000 towards the purchase or lease of a new and available 2015/2016 Ford models (excluding Fiesta, Focus, C-MAX, 50th Anniversary Edition Mustang, Shelby® GT350 Mustang, Shelby® GT350R Mustang and Medium Truck, all 2015 “final settled” models and 2016 F-150 Regular Cab XL 4x2 (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). Limit one (1) offer per each Eligible Vehicle purchase or lease, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales per Costco Membership Number. Offer is transferable to persons domiciled with an eligible Costco member. Applicable taxes calculated before CAD$1,000 offer is deducted. Retail offers may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible raincheckable Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. Retail offers not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673.®Registered trademark of Price Costco International, Inc. used under license.‡F-Series is the best-selling line of pickup trucks in Canada for 50 years in a row based on Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association statistical sales report up to 2015 year end.‡‡Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’S) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). ^When properly equipped. Max. payloads of 3,300 lbs/3,270 lbs with 5.0L Ti-VCT V8/3.5L V6 EcoBoost 4x2 engines. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR vs. 2015 competitors.©2016 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence.©2016 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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By Keith Morgan Globally celebrated collector auto auction company Barrett-Jackson has become synonymous with the world’s ‘go to’ place for ultimate automotive finds. The company’s recent Scottsdale event drew celebrities who rubbed shoulders with the ultrarich as well as thousands of regular folk who were drawn to the auto eye candy. In the crowd was Moray Keith, owner of Dueck Auto Group. A B.C. resident, Keith’s love affair of all things automobile is well known and his own collection of vintage automobiles, some of which will be featured on display at the Vancouver International Auto Show: 1980 Rolls Royce Corniche Convertible Once owned by Dean Martin, one of Hol-

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lywood’s most beloved entertainers, who purchased this Rolls Royce new in 1981. The Georgian Silver and black car was later owned by another actor, Dennis Farina until his death in 2013. The car still has Dean Martin’s original plates, “Dinos RR.” The Keith family purchased the vehicle for their Dueck Vintage Garage at Barrett Jackson’s 2014 Scottsdale event. 1950 Cadillac Series 60 This extremely special vehicle is from the Reggie Jackson Collection and is a true survivor car, completely original with only light cosmetic touch ups. The seats are still covered in plastic, a popular tradition of the time. The odometer shows just over 30,000 miles. 1961 Corvette This spectacular red 1961 Corvette convertible

features white coves and has undergone a meticulous restoration. Undisputedly one of the most iconic, and sought after cars of all time. Powered by a 283 and automatic it is a rare vehicle. 1955 Chevy Hot Rod pickup This graphite metallic pearl ’55 pickup was completed in 2010 by Good Guy’s Nostalgia. Under the hood, it features a new Corvette LS2 engine, 4L60E four-speed automatic transmission, customized chassis with GM suspension. 1966 Chevy Pro Street Nova A true street muscle car, this ’66 Nova has been featured on the cover of Chevy Magazine. It’s had significant customization done, including improving the exterior style with the installation of a ‘67 Nova front clip. The two‐tone paint (bur-

gundy and black cherry) really catches the light. 1954 Chevrolet Belair Perhaps the most iconic 1950s car ever built, the ’54, ’55 and ’56 Chevys epitomize retro styling. This stunning 1954 example is powered by a split manifold six-cylinder engine.

Automakers will impress at show From /45 Dub will be located both inside and outside the Convention Centre on the Pacific Terrace. Family fun at this year’s auto show gets a boost. Whether it’s the Volkswagen Playcare Centre, where parents can drop off their children while they tour the show, or RBC’s Someday Speedway slot car track or the numerous driving simulators and Subaru’s RC cars, these fun and interactive activities should be a highlight for young and old alike. For fans of James Bond, a tribute to the Aston Martin DB5, created in B.C. by TheQCar, will be on display. Custom car shop, 360 Fabrication, in Abbotsford, will mount an inprogress display of the restoration of a rare 1932 Desoto. Driveway will feature a show review next week. Vancouver International Auto Show

As part of the celebration, one lucky visitor will win a trip for two to an upcoming BarrettJackson event.

Show Dates: March 23-27, 2016 Location: Vancouver Convention Centre West Show hours and pricing: Wednesday, March 23, 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.; Thursday, March 24, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Admission: $16* Friday, March 25, and Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sunday, March 27, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. General admission: $18* *Admission discounts provided for seniors (65+), students with valid ID, children ages 7-12, multi-day passes, and family packs. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit: www.VancouverInternationalAutoShow.com.

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1969 Camaro SS Convertible Originally bought at Barrett-Jackson in 2011 this vehicle has undergone an extensive customization and rotisserie restoration that includes an impressive 502ci – 650 hp big block Chevy engine coupled to a five-speed Tremec transmission.

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††Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov).†Based on Global Automakers of Canada New Vehicle Registrations in British Columbia for calendar year 2015 for the Subcompact (Fit), Compact (Civic) and Intermediate (Accord) Car segments and Compact SUV (HR-V) segment. *Limited time weekly lease offer and all other offers are from Honda Canada Finance Inc., on approved credit. #The weekly lease offer applies to a new 2016 Civic 4D LX 6MT FC2E5GE/CR-V LX RM3H3GE1/Fit DX GK5G3GE for a 60-month period, for a total of 260 payments of $56.97/$71.96/$43.97 leased at 2.99%/1.99%/2.99% APR based on applying $210/$280/$465 “lease dollars” (which are deducted from the negotiated selling price after taxes). ‡Down payment of $0.00, first weekly payment and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $14,812.20/$18,709.60/$11,432.20. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. **MSRP is $20,485/$27,885/$16,325 including freight and PDI of $1,595/$1,695/$1,595. License, insurance, registration and taxes are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. */#/**Prices and/or payments shown do not include a PPSA lien registration fee of $30.31 and lien registering agent's fee of $5.25, tire/battery tax of $25, or air conditioning tax (where applicable) of $100, all of which are due at time of delivery. Additional charges for waste disposal fees, environmental fees and handling charges (all of which may vary by dealer and/or vehicle) may apply. Offers valid from March 1st through March 31st, 2016 at participating Honda retailers. Dealer may sell/lease for less. Dealer trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

††Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Trafﬁc Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov).†Based on Global Automakers of Canada New Vehicle Registrations in British Columbia for calendar year 2015 for the Subcompact (Fit), Compact (Civic) and Intermediate (Accord) Car segments and Compact SUV (HR-V) segment. *Limited time weekly lease offer and all other offers are from Honda Canada Finance Inc., on approved credit. #The weekly lease offer applies to a new 2016 Civic 4D LX 6MT FC2E5GE/CR-V LX RM3H3GE1/Fit DX GK5G3GE for a 60-month period, for a total of 260 payments of $56.97/$71.96/$43.97 leased at 2.99%/1.99%/2.99% APR based on applying $210/$280/$465 “lease dollars” (which are deducted from the negotiated selling price after taxes). ‡Down payment of $0.00, ﬁrst weekly payment and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $14,812.20/$18,709.60/$11,432.20. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. **MSRP is $20,485/$27,885/$16,325 including freight and PDI of $1,595/$1,695/$1,595. License, insurance, registration and taxes are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. */#/**Prices and/or payments shown do not include a PPSA lien registration fee of $30.31 and lien registering agent's fee of $5.25, tire/battery tax of $25, or air conditioning tax (where applicable) of $100, all of which are due at time of delivery. Additional charges for waste disposal fees, environmental fees and handling charges (all of which may vary by dealer and/or vehicle) may apply. Offers valid from March 1st through March 31st, 2016 at participating Honda retailers. Dealer may sell/lease for less. Dealer trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

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"Having a car I can rely on is the most important thing." -Vannessa W., Real Kia Owner

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Offer(s) available on select new 2015/2016 models through participating dealers to qualified retail customers who take delivery from March 1 to 31, 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 2016 Sorento LX 2.4L FWD (SR75AG)/2016 Forte LX MT (FO541G) with a selling price of $29,342/$17,562 including discounts of $500 (including $500 Auto Show Celebration Bonus§)/$4,000 (including $3,500 discount and 500 Competitive Bonus) is based on 182/130 bi-weekly payments of $158/$104 for 84/60 months at 0% and a $0 down payment and first monthly payment due at finance inception. Other taxes, registration, insurance and licensing fees are excluded. *Cash Purchase Price for the new 2016 Forte Sedan LX MT (FO541G) is $11,995 and includes a cash discount of $5,567. Discount includes $500 competitive bonus**, $67 dealer participation and $500 Auto Show Celebration Bonus§. 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. ≠Representative Leasing Example: Lease offer available on approved credit (OAC), on the 2016 Rio LX MT (RO541G) with a selling price of $15,862 (including $1,500 lease credit discounts) is based on a total number of 130 bi-weekly payments of $69 for 60 months at 0%, with $0 security deposit, $300 down payment and first monthly payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation $8,993 with the option to purchase at the end of the term for $5,069. 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 Forte, 2016 Sorento, 2016 Sportage, 2016 Optima and 2016 Optima Hybrid from participating dealers between March 1 to 31, 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. §The $500 Auto Show Bonus can be used towards the purchase or lease of any new 2016 Soul, 2016 Forte Koup, 2016 Forte Sedan, 2016 Forte5 and 2016 Sorento models. This offer is combinable with all other Kia offers. Discount will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. Some restrictions apply, please see dealer for full details. Offer valid ONLY IN BRITISH COLUMBIA from March 17 to 28, 2016. This offer is subject to change without notice. ‡Model shown Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price for 2016 Sorento SX Turbo AWD (SR75IG)/ 2016 Rio SX AT with navigation (RO749G)/2016 Forte SX AT (FO748G) is $42,095/$22,595/$26,695. The Bluetooth® wordmark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 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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Wise customers read the fine print: *, †, Ω, ^, ➤, § The Love Your Ride Sales Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after March 1, 2016. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,745) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Dealer trade may be necessary. Dealer may sell for less. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select new 2016 vehicles and are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. †0% purchase financing available on select new 2016 Ram 1500 and Ram Heavy Duty models to qualified customers on approved credit through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Example: 2016 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 (25A+AGR) with a Purchase Price of $32,998 with a $0 down payment, financed at 0% for 72 months equals 156 bi-weekly payments of $212 with a cost of borrowing of $0 and a total obligation of $32,998. Ω$9,000 in total discounts includes $7,500 Consumer Cash and $1,500 Loyalty/Conquest Bonus Cash. Consumer Cash Discounts are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. $1,500 Ram Truck Loyalty/Conquest/Skilled Trades Bonus Cash is available on the retail purchase/lease of 2015/2016 Ram 1500 (excludes Reg. Cab), 2014/2015/2016 Ram 2500/3500, 2014/2015/2016 Ram Cab & Chassis or 2015 Ram Cargo Van and is deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Eligible customers include: 1. Current owners/lessees of a Dodge or Ram Pickup Truck or Large Van or any other manufacturer’s Pickup Truck or Large Van. The vehicle must have been owned/leased by the eligible customer and registered in their name on or before March 1, 2016. Proof of ownership/lease agreement will be required. 2. Customers who are skilled tradesmen or are acquiring a skilled trade. This includes Licensed Tradesmen, Certified Journeymen or customers who have completed an Apprenticeship Certification. A copy of the Trade Licence/Certification required. 3. Customers who are Baeumler Approved service providers. Proof of membership is required. Limit one $1,500 bonus cash offer per eligible truck transaction. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. ^3 For Free payment offer is available on select new 2016 Ram 1500 models (excluding Reg. Cab 4x2 and 4x4 models) at participating dealers from March 4, 2016 to March 31, 2016 inclusive. Offer includes the consumer’s choice of: (i) three (3) bi-weekly purchase finance payments/the equivalent of three (3) bi-monthly lease payments up to $750 in total (inclusive of all applicable registration, dealer fees and taxes); or (ii) up to $750 cash discount (deducted from the negotiated price after taxes). Finance customers will receive a cheque for their first 3 bi-weekly payments (to a maximum of $750). Lease customers will have their first monthly lease payment paid (to a maximum of $500), and will receive a cheque for the next “bi-monthly” portion (to a maximum of $250). Offer available at participating dealers only. See dealer for complete details and exclusions. ➤3.49% lease financing for up to 60 months available through SCI Lease Corp. to qualified customers on applicable new 2016 models at participating dealers. SCI provides all credit approval, funding and leasing services. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Example: 2016 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 (25A) with a Purchase Price of $32,998 leased at 3.49% for 60 months with a $0 security deposit, $0 down payment and first month’s payment due at lease inception equals 60 monthly payments of $369 with a cost of borrowing of $4,202 and a total obligation of $22,182. Kilometre allowance of 18,000/year. Cost of $0.16 per excess kilometre plus applicable taxes at lease termination. See your dealer for complete details. §Starting from prices for vehicles shown include Consumer Cash Discounts and do not include upgrades (e.g. paint). Upgrades available for additional cost. ≠Based on Automotive News full-size pickup segmentation. 2015 EnerGuide highway fuel consumption ratings. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. 11.3 L/100 km (25 mpg) city and 8.0 L/100 km (35 mpg) highway on Ram 1500 Quad cab 4x2 HFE model with 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 and 8-speed automatic. ≤Based on 3500/F-350 full-size pickups and competitive information available at time of publication. Based on max towing comparison between 2016 Ram 3500 – up to 31,210 lb, 2015 Chevrolet 3500 – up to 23,200 lb and 2016 Ford F-350 – up to 26,500 lb. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc.

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