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Murder victim linked to 2005 Gabriola killing BY CHRIS HAMLYN THE NEWS BULLETIN

The victim in Wednesday’s killing on Gabriola Island was the common-law wife of the victim in the island’s last murder in April, 2005. The body of Elaine Schwartz, 50, was discovered by Gabriola RCMP around 5 p.m. at her Harrison Way residence following a 911 call. Schwartz’s 18-year-old son, Trevor, was found severely injured in a separate residence on the property. He remains in Victoria General Hospital in serious but stable condition. Jason Daniel Cramer, 37, of Gabriola Island, was arrested Thursday morning as a person of interest in the death and assault following a manhunt SCHWARTZ on the island. He was ar rested near the scene by RCMP Emergency Response Team members and was scheduled to appear in court Friday. Const. Gary O’Brien, Nanaimo RCMP spokesman, would not comment on the relationship between Schwartz and Cramer, the cause of death, what weapon was used, if any, or who made the 911 call to Gabriola RCMP. Schwartz was at the Nanaimo courthouse in March, 2007, when Terrance Raymond Corrigan was sentenced to six years in jail for manslaughter in the 2005 killing of her common-law husband, Charles Howard McCoy. ◆ See ‘VICTIM’ /6

Tips offered for spotting fakes Bank experts, Nanaimo RCMP discuss how to identify counterfeit Canadian currency BY JENN McGARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN

etermining if a bill is counterfeit takes only a second, if you know what you’re looking for. Farid Salji, an analyst with the Bank of Canada, is showing people how to spot a phony. Last year B.C. took the lead in the number of counterfeit Canadian bank notes passed – 37 per cent of approximately $2.6 million worth of fraudulent notes passed countrywide. Quebec took second place with 26 per cent. “The Canucks couldn’t do it, but unfortunately the

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which will be issued in November. Counterfeit $100, $20 and $10 bills have circulated around the Island in recent months, including more than a dozen instances in Nanaimo since the beginning of June. Salji said detecting these fraudulent notes can be done

quickly and simply by holding the bill at chest level and tilting it toward you or holding it up to light. Three security features will become visible on a real bill – a ghost image in a blank space near the centre of the bill, a solid line running through the denomination of the bill on the right side of the front of the bill, and a number puzzle beside the ghost image, which appears as a series of irregular marks when viewed straight on, but becomes a number when tilted or held up to the light. No counterfeit note will have all three of those features, said Salji. ◆ See ‘VERIFICATION’ /6

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Paramedics get new uniforms More than 3,600 B.C. Ambulance Service paramedics and dispatchers sported a new look on Wednesday. That was the first day they officially wore their new uniform: a navy blue shirt replaces their traditional white. The new shirt won’t show stains as easily, allowing paramedics to present themselves in a professional manner with minimal maintenance. The white shirt was readily identifiable for 37 years. B.C. Ambulance has followed many provinces across Canada in adopting the darker uniforms and is one of the last to get the new look.

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Ladysmith eyed for private bus A new private transit service could offer a link between Nanaimo and Ladysmith as soon as fall. Lyle Jordan, of Emergency First Aid Service, said his nonemergency transport company is undergoing licensing amendments to run the Ladysmith Connector, which would accommodate passengers travelling from Ladysmith to Nanaimo and Duncan. While logistics and scheduling wrinkles are being smoothed out, Jordan is liaising with members of the community, business owners and the regional districts in Nanaimo and Cowichan Valley to determine where the needs are. Passengers will be transported in a modified eight-passenger Ford E-350 high top which is handicap accessible for the interim.

he patient coughs and then his breathing becomes laboured. Medical professionals have little time to assess the situation and implement a course of action. Dr. Oscar Casiro, regional associate dean of the University of British Columbia’s faculty of medicine, inserts a breathing tube for a bag-valve-mask while paramedic Bob Penhale monitors the patient’s pulse and Dr. Simon Moore assesses the patient’s overall condition. Quick decisions are necessary to save the patient’s life. It can be intense and clear communication, teamwork and strong decisionmaking are vital for patient survival. This patient, however, is a mannequin. It’s lifelike and can talk, bleed, breathe, blink, have a pulse and transmit electrical rhythms to a cardiac monitor. The doll is powered by wireless technology and is one of the newest learning tools helping to educate medical residents and students at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Simulations occur in the Human Factors Laboratory, which resembles an acute-care setting and is part of a new state-of-the art academic learning space unveiled by the Vancouver Island Health Authority Wednesday. The space, the first of its kind in B.C., opened for use in February and includes the simulation laboratory, as well as seminar and video-conferencing rooms. The lab’s mannequin is controlled by an operator in a booth to simulate various medical conditions for procedures and surgeries. It enables participants to study everyday situations or rare events they might only encounter once in a career. Simulations are intended to improve leadership, teamwork,

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Paramedic Bob Penhale, left, Dr. Simon Moore, centre, and Dr. Oscar Casiro prepare a training mannequin in the new Human Factors Lab for a bag-valve-mask. The laboratory immerses residents, students and faculty in a simulated medical scenario to improve communication, teamwork and leadership skills.

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Dawes. “The simulation disappears … and becomes real and the patient in front of you is reacting in ways you can’t predict, they’re exploding body fluids in horrible sorts of ways and you’re surrounded by peers … who have contributions to make.” The scenario is an important tool to recognize the contributions team members can make regardless of their profession and how their comments can be “vital to saving the patient’s life”. “This will undoubtedly lead to improvements of quality of lives in patients and it will save lives as well,” said Dawes. Moore, who is in the UBC Family Practice Residency Training Program, said nothing matches a simulator for learning how to communicate with colleagues – it helps people work as a team and gain confidence and competency. “If we’re going to work together, why not learn together and simulation allows that to happen,” said Moore. “At the end of day, that is going to benefit the citizens in

Nanaimo and in British Columbia as well.” The Ministry of Health invested $2.3 million, which funded renovations and the creation of the seminar and video-conferencing rooms. The Human Factors Lab cost approximately $200,000 and was funded by the Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation’s contribution of $35,000 and the UBC Family Practice Program. The 5,660-square-foot space, located in the former operating suite location, will be used by medical residents, students and faculty members. The video conferencing capabilities enables Nanaimo to connect to other teaching locations across the Island and B.C. It will be used for physician training for UBC’s Island Medical Program and the Nanaimo site for the UBC Family Practice Residency Training Program. Since the Nanaimo program was established in 2007, 98 physicians have graduated from it. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

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Water treatment loan details offered OPEN HOUSE on public process for $22.5-million borrowing fails to draw large number of people.

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City staff were on hand at the Bowen Recreation Centre from 3-7 p.m. to field questions from the public on the direction city council chose to obtain approval to borrow $22.5 million toward the $65-million water treatment facility. T h e a l t e r n a t iv e a p p r ov a l p r o c e s s, which ends at 4:30 p.m. on Aug. 31, requires at least 10 per cent of the city’s 62,680 registered voters to submit elector response forms to prevent city hall from borrowing the money. “ We ’ r e h e r e t o inform people on the process so they can make a decision about whether borrowing is a good option or if there are other options,” said Tom Hickey, general manager of community services. Just a handful of residents attended the open house. Nanaimo resident Lynn Stewart, who took her 12-year-old granddaughter Emily to the open house to expose her to civic issues, said she agrees borrowing the money is the best avenue so taxes and user rates don’t increase, but that an alternative approval process in the middle of summer is disre-

spectful to citizens. “This is an election year, this decision should be decided in a referendum,” said Stewart. “A summer AAP is iffy at best. Last election there was what, 20 per cent voter participation, so how can they expect anywhere close to obtaining 10 per cent in the middle of summer on a single issue? I have to wonder about the qualifications of the people who made this decision.” E l e c t o r re s p o n s e forms can be found and submitted at legislative services at city hall. B.C. municipalities require permission from electors to borrow money if the loan term exceeds five years. Council originally voted for a referendum on borrowing the money linked to the upcoming municipal election, but that decision was brought back and overtur ned in favour of the alternative approval process. If per mission to borrow money is not granted through the AAP process, council still has time to seek permission through a referendum in November’s municipal election. If approval is once again rejected, council has indicated the money would be raised by raising water rates at least 80 per cent for the next three years. Hickey said the city must show it is able to pay its portion of the project to qualify for $17.8-million in grant money from the federal and provincial governments. “That money is condi-

tional on our ability to raise $22.5 million, but we will raise it either through borrowing or increasing user rates,” said Hickey. The federal government’s Community Works Fund will also contribute $10 million to the project, while d e ve l o p m e n t c o s t charges will cover $5.9 million. Water user rates, which are scheduled to increase five per cent annually for the foreseeable future, will contribute $8.8 million. “We moved here from Edmonton almost two years ago and my taxes have already increased twice since we’ve been here,” said Stewart. “Property taxes here, in my opinion, are already too much, so I’d rather see that we borrow the money.” Mandated by Vancouver Island Health Authority in 2008, the new water treatment centre, located on South Forks Road, will provide high-tech filtration processes that will meet federal Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines standards while also meeting the area’s drinking water demands for the next 30 years. Though Nanaimo’s drinking water is already some of the best in the country, the membrane filtration process will reduce the threat of viruses, bacteria, protozoa and turbidity events. For more information on the water treatment facility or the alternative approval process, please visit www.nanaimo.ca. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

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Efforts to expand and raise awareness of local food production are getting some help from the Regional District of Nanaimo. Development of an Agricultural Area Plan for the region is launching at the annual Vancouver Island Exhibition Aug. 19-21. The plan is intended to celebrate and grow the local food movement in the area by raising public awareness and identifying barriers and opportunities to expand the industry. The plan will be created with input from farmers, producers and consumers, and will provide an opporunity for a dialogue about the future of agriculture and food in the community. The RDN plans to host an information table at the VIEX so people can learn about the initiative and how to get involved. The project is being spearheaded by a consulting team that has prepared similar plans for Salt Spring Island, North Saanich and Denman Island, with oversight by the RDN’s agricultural advisory committee. The plan will involve a land use inventory to be started this summer, as well as public open houses and focus groups in the fall and winter and online surveys to gather input and provide updates. “The goal of the plan is to reflect the image of an agricultural future that the community wants, and how it plans to achieve it,” said Ione Smith, lead project consultant, in a press release. “It will reflect the community’s identity and values, will align with other plans such as the regional growth strategy, and will be translated into implementable actions.”

B.C. Film Commissioner Susan Croome said B.C.’s spectacular scenery and movie expertise have helped it become the third largest film and television production centre in North America, behind only Los Angeles and New York. About 25,000 people work in the B.C. industry. Peter Leitch, chairman of the Motion Picture Industry Association of B.C., said the funds will help local people supply information and pictures for producers matching scripts with possible locations. The B.C. government’s new fund includes $30,000 for the Vancouver Island North Film Commission, which includes the Nanaimo region.

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A committee for med to address urban agriculture and its place in the District of Lantzville is causing a growing concern for some residents. Dirk Becker, owner of Compassion Far m, which was the subject of a neighbour’s complaint last fall, said he is concerned over the selections from an application process that determined the seven committee members. “The purpose of a committee like this is to bring forward recommendations from an unbiased and collaborative place,” said Becker, who did not submit an application to be on the committee. “Many people that we know in the community of Lantzville know the people on the committee and say that it is heavily stacked against urban agriculture. There’s no one on there for farming, there is no one on there for agriculture in any way, shape or form.” There are, Becker said, three people who are on the committee who have openly expressed “behaviour shown to be antiagriculture, anti-farming, anti Dirk and Nicole [Becker’s partner at Compassion Farm] and anti-Compassion Farm.” But Lantzville Mayor Colin Haime defended the committee selections, saying the people on the committee are the ones who showed the most interest. “With respect to the council representatives, the ones selected were the ones who expressed interest and availability,” said Haime. “The committee as a whole is being asked to comment on a bylaw that applies throughout Lantzville. They’re not being asked to comment on a bylaw that applies to one specific property and so with respect to that, the membership of the

ion on Compassion Farm. Mostad said, as a representative of FUAL, he is on the committee because “we want to see urban agriculture in Lantzville but we want to see it in such a way that it is regulated and doesn’t impact negatively on neighbours and their property.” Haime said he believes the individuals chosen for the committee have the “ability and the desire to come up and work toward a compromise or consensus in terms of furthering the idea of growing food within the district.” David Elgie, a retired energy executive, Angela Giuriato, a landscape designer, and John Halliwell were also selected for the committee, which has its first meeting Aug. 15 and is expected to report back to council in mid-September with recommendations to help form a zoning bylaw to address the issue. Rob Roycroft of Roycroft Consulting will facilitate the meetings.

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committee and the participation is open to all members of the community.” Andrew Mostad, spokesman for Friends of Urban Agriculture Lantzville, which says it is neutral in the hotly contested issue, said he agrees the committee has members that might not be able to remain objective and further the goal of creating an agreeable bylaw through compromise. “From what it looks like to me, we have at least two members who are already intimately involved in this in such a way that creates a conflict of interest,” said Mostad, who was named to the committee. “So I can’t see how the entire committee can be objective about this.” Mostad singled out Coun. Doug Parkhurst, who was involved in the initial complaint about Compassion Farm, and James Brash, who filed the original complaint. Coun. Warren Griffey, in a letter published in the News Bulletin last month, has also expressed his personal opin-

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Victim ‘always friendly’, neighbour says ◆ From /1 Corrigan spent two years in jail and was credited four years for time served awaiting trial. He was eligible for release after 18 months. He killed McCoy with a hatchet after consuming a considerable amount of drugs and alcohol. O’Brien said investigators are aware of the relationship between Schwartz and Corrigan. “We’ll take a look at it and see if there

is any correlation to this incident,” he said. Elaine Schwartz was described as a happy person who always had time to say hello to neighbours. Randi Thomassen was one of those neighbours – living on Gabriola Island’s Harrison Way just down the road from Schwartz. “She was a homemaker with two great kids,” said Thomassen. “We didn’t socialize, but the Gabriola community is

so small, everybody knows everybody. “She was always friendly, and when we would see each other we would stop and say a few words. I can’t speak ill of her.” She said Schwartz’s death is “absolutely shocking”. “I didn’t know Jason. Elaine had lived here 10 or 11 years, but he had only lived in the neighbourhood a couple of months.” news@nanaimobulletin.com

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Oceans, Transport Canada and the Ministry of Environment,” Crowder said. “By designating the coast guard as the go to, it gives clear authority and clear responsibility.” Crowder also noted her party already called for more money for the coast guard and will continue to lobby for more dough. “It just makes most sense on the West Coast. They’re on the ground. They’re visible. They’re people that people trust,” she said of the national organization. Most of the grunt work to draft Bill C-231 was finished before the House rose in March. Crowder introduced the legislation June 16. She expects the bill to be dealt with in Parliament come September. “In many Canadian coastal communities derelict and abandoned vessels have a negative impact on the natural aesthetics of their harbours, and some pose a threat to the local environment,” she said in her introductory speech. “If an abandoned and derelict vessel is not a major environmental concern and is not posing an obstacle to navigation, there is usually no action taken.” Bill C-231 acts as an amendment to the Canada Shipping Act, 2001. It also calls to “strengthen the requirements” relating to these vessels and wrecks by “ensuring that regulations are made to establish measures to be taken for their removal, disposition or destruction.”

Money to finally fix the aging E&N rail line could arrive by early fall. Graham Bruce, Island Corridor Foundation executive director, was stoked about possibly getting $7.5 million in requested federal bucks after Wednesday’s huddle in Victoria with B.C.’s federal representative and a bunch of Island mayors and regional chairpeople. “It was a very positive meeting with B.C. regional minister James Moore,” Bruce said of the short summit sponsored by the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities. “The purpose was to make sure of the process to follow for federal funding – and the timing.” The ICF was granted $7.5 million in rail-repair cash from Victoria, pending completion of an engineering study of 48 bridges and trestles spanning the capital and Courtenay. The provincial purse is also based on Ottawa chipping in matching money. “Moore assured us about our process of meeting him, and dealing with federal minister BRUCE ... of transport [Denis Lebel], as passenger it would be the two of them service running making the final decision for by spring in a [federal] $7.5 million,” Bruce perfect world. said. “He thought he could get us a decision by end of summer. “Moore understood the urgency we’re facing and our contractual obligation to keep everything moving.” Right now, Island passenger service is stopped due to track safety issues. Rail freight is moving slowly until the $15 million in track upgrades happens. “We’ve already started on the bid to hire the [engineering study] consultant,” Bruce said of last week’s provincial bid request issued for the $500,000 taxpayer-paid bridge audit. “We’re trying to break that work out to get us some early decisions while they do more in-depth work.” Engineers will also do a more in-depth rating for freight at 264,000 pounds, he noted. The study will also probe the life of each structure, and what’s needed to bring them up to snuff. “In a perfect world, we’d hope by springtimeish we’ll see passenger service back operating and tying into a new southbound [commuter] schedule in the morning, and a new station in Nanaimo,” Bruce said. ICF bus service – offered after rail service was sidetracked – ends Sunday (Aug. 7).

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A piece of Canadian aviation history takes its final flight today (Aug. 6) as the former RCAF Canso C-FNJB takes off from Nanaimo Airport to become a display at the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum in McMinnville, Ore. The bright yellow aircraft was sitting in a stage of neglect at the airport for more than 10 years, but received new life after being purchased by the Captain Michael King Smith Foundation in Oregon for the museum last summer. Work crews from Victoria Air Maintenance spent more than 200 hours restoring the Canso and with permits from Transport Canada and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration in place, the plane is scheduled to take off around noon Saturday. “Two pilots and an engineer will probably make a 20-minute flight around the airport, then make a lowlevel approach to say goodbye,” said Mike Ingram, of Victoria Air Maintenance. C-FNJB was built in Quebec in 1943 for the Royal Canadian Air Force and in its life was both a military transport aircraft and water bomber. Ingram said bringing the Canso back to life provided few surprises. “There was really nothing out of the ordinary for a plane that sat for that long,” he said. “As far as planes, go, there’s not a lot to it.” Evergreen plans to paint the plane in a Second World War U.S. Navy scheme and display it as Aircraft 44P-4, the navy PBY 5 that spotted the Japanese fleet at the Battle of Midway. news@nanaimobulletin.com

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Central Island politicians are pushing support of a private member’s bill that would put the onus on Ottawa for derelict vessels and wrecks in coastal waters. Led by Nanaimo-Cowichan NDP MP Jean Crowder, who recently submitted the Private Member’s Bill on stagnant ships, a press conference Tuesday in the Cowichan Valley provided an opportunity for officials, including Islands Trust Council chairwoman and Gabriola representative Sheila Malcolmson, to stay on top of their crusade. Crowder, Malcolmson and Cowichan Valley Regional Distirct director Lori Iannidinardo chatted about their dealings with, or experiences hearing about forgotten West Coast crafts, as well as the gist of Crowder’s bill. “Essentially, the most important part of the bill is designating the coast guard as the receiver of wreck and, although the coast guard may become the receiver of wreck now in the current legislation, it’s not clear enough,” Crowder said. Trying to figure out who’s who and what’s what, in terms of responsibility in government is challenging, Iannidinardo said. “It’s a major issue. What we need to do is stay on it,” Iannidinardo said. “There are also three different departments at least that can deal with wrecks. There’s the Department of Fisheries and

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Timely to be neighbourly In the rather unremarkable wake of what had been made out to be a rather remarkable crisis, many Canadians are feeling smug about how good we look compared to things across the border. Our dollar is strong, our government is solvent and our politics, for the moment, don’t seem as divisive or imprudent. But we’re fooling ourselves if we waste time boasting. After all, we know firsthand what it’s like to suffer the same indignities currently facing the U.S. Which is why now is the time to stop grinning and start acting like better neighbours. We have deep connections to the U.S. From early immigration to the border politics that define our geography to our reliance on American tourists, we have a close relationship with the people of the U.S. as well as their government. Four decades ago, former prime minister Pierre Trudeau uttered his famous line comparing Canada-U.S. relations to a mouse sleeping next to an elephant. Since then, we’ve been jostled by many little twitches and grunts, while constantly reminded how dependent we are on the superpower next door. That might explain why a dislike of America has become so palpable among our population. Yet Canadians have also experienced tremendous growth in our self-confidence as a nation. We’re no longer worried about looking small or incompetent in the eyes of our massive neighbour. In fact, we’re empowered by our success at overcoming significant obstacles. Americans might not bother to learn the lessons from Canada’s recent history, but they will no doubt recover from their self-made crisis. We have little to gain from being smug now and much to win from reminding our neighbours they have an old friend in their corner. The Nanaimo News Bulletin is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

Spending worries demand attention Canada governor Mark Carney I’ve been thinking a lot about and federal finance minister Jim money lately. Flaherty implored Canadians to It’s hard not to with what has reduce their personal debt. been happening in the United Why? Because as interest rates States. With a debt load of more inevitably begin to creep up (barthan $14.5 trillion in that country ring another economic collapse), – about $125,000 per person – the those credit card balances, mortAmerican government was on the gages and line of credit balances verge of default, a situation that, will creep up with them, increasif left unattended, would have ing debt levels that dealt a serious blow to will likely push many the world economy. SATURDAY people beyond what Fortunately, a default they are able to pay. BEAT was avoided, if only The response from temporarily, but it Toby Gorman Canadians? In the last should serve as a huge Reporter quarter, the debt load wake up call to not only of Canadian consumers governments, but to increased 4.5 per cent individuals as well on to an average of $25,597 the value of money. per capita, an increase It is a delicate system, of $1,000 from the a system that requires year before. That debt constant care, attention includes credit cards, and responsibility, both lines of credit and car at the government and loans but not mortgages. individual level. In other words, bad debt. In a society hooked on credit – There are about 100,000 personal why pay now when you can pay bankruptcies in Canada in an more later? – there is concern that average year. few people these days understand But it’s not just individuals sufthe true value of money. Even fering (hopefully) sleepless nights, worse, upcoming generations, governments at all three levels who will likely be burdened with should be tossing and turning, more debt than we have today, will too (perhaps they would be if it be even less equipped to handle was their money but it’s not, it’s increasing debt. yours). With many consumers showing According to the Canadian out-of-control spending, and with Taxpayer Federation’s debt no courses in our schools to teach clock, at the time of this writing kids about the value of money, Canada’s federal debt was $564 bilwhat chance do tomorrow’s conlion and increasing $1,000 per secsumers have down the road? ond. Your share? Just over $16,400. Earlier this year, Bank of

It keeps rising every second of every day. It should be enough to make you want to go and hide and never be found. It hasn’t always been this way. It has only been in the last 70 years that governments (and individuals, to an extent) have had such an addiction to spending money. British Columbia as a province has only taken on serious debt since the 1970s, and federal coffers were reasonably balanced up until that decade. In Nanaimo, city hall has been pretty good historically, but with stressors like borrowing $22.5 million toward a new water treatment facility, the Harbour City is heading in the wrong direction, as are most municipalities. Even Toronto and New York have been on the verge of bankruptcy, and the state of Minnesota is currently teetering on the edge. It is, in fact, out of cash. So is the American treasury. It has less money in its reserves than computer giant Apple. The bottom line is Household Finance 101 that can be scribbled on the back of an envelope: don’t spend what you don’t have, unless the borrowed money will provide returns in the future. Whether you’re a single consumer with a wallet full of maxed out credit cards or a government addicted to spending the money of its taxpayers, austerity will inevitably find you. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

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Greens’ position on smart meters revised in 2010 To the Editor, Re: Green Party gets lost in the static, B.C. Views, Aug. 4. Tom Fletcher is correct. The 2009 B.C. Green’s platform had a timeline that included smart metering by 2012. We did not recommend wireless meters because, as Fletcher mentioned, we have precautionary policy on EMF radiation. Our policy was revised in 2010. The initiatives we wanted implemented prior to new meters – feed-in tariffs, timeof-day pricing and regional management boards – were not in progress at the end of 2009 so that the timeline for smart metering was eliminated. Without being tied to substantial energy conservation, B.C. Hydro’s smart meter program is simply a different and more expensive way to collect data. A billion dollars invested in conservation and energy retrofits, diversifying to renewable energy or any number of priorities should precede changing meters. Fletcher may dismiss health concerns associated with WiFi but people have a right to feel safe and healthy in their own homes. Those who chose not to use wireless technology should not be forced to do so. As I said at the news conference, wireless smart meters are a technological solution looking for a problem. With shrewd marketing, the companies that developed wireless smart meters have become wealthy with sole source contracts from government after government. At some point, given deficits and debt load, we will need to reverse the decisionmaking process so that longterm plans actually precede implementation of new technology. Other jurisdictions are putting moratoriums on or cancelling the installation of smart meters. We are recommending B.C. Hydro listen to valid privacy, security and health concerns and change course. Jane Sterk B.C. Green Party leader

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Council actions appear vindictive To the Editor, I am writing in disbelief of how our elected officials in Lantzville have acted. I believe that they have handled the current Compassion Farm issue poorly. As elected officials, they are supposed to (according to the the District of Lantzville website): Provide a high level of affordable services in an environmentally and economically sustainable fashion while managing growth of the community and respecting the unique rural character and charm. Act in a professional manner at all times, having respect for: each other, the roles of council and staff, the decisionmaking process, opinions of all of their constituents, and carry out adequate research and thoughtfully consider the issues before us, while serving and representing all of the community. The mayor and council’s actions against Dirk Becker and Nicole Shaw would indicate that they are not researching or considering the issues before making decisions. I was impressed to hear council was forming an urban food committee to help gather information on this topic. The committee’s recommendations were to assist council in

making amendments to the current bylaw. I read on the district’s website that James Brash (the Compassion Farm complainant) was appointed to this committee. This is an obvious conflict of interest as Brash is engaged in the complaint process with Becker and Shaw. By placing him on the committee, the district in essence is ensuring that nothing productive or positive will come out of it. This move makes their actions look vindictive and personal, how you might expect children to act. There is no doubt the mayor and council have done some good work with the sewer and waterworks, as well as the recent trail grant Lantzville received. This is soon to be overshadowed by foolish, vindictive behaviour which the residents of Lantzville will not forget in November when elections occur. Jamie Wallace Lantzville

Government control cause for concern To the Editor, I am writing about the ongoing issue of Compassion Farm and the produce they grow and sell at local farmer

markets – where does one grow local organic produce for the farmers’ markets, if not on their property? I live in Montreal and am speechless about this whole issue, and especially on Vancouver Island where you have the climate to grow your own local food. It is certainly time for these dated bylaws to change to reflect the world we live in, a world where: I much rather buy local food that I know I am getting the nutrients as opposed to the produce at big chain grocery stores that have little or no nutrient value (produce that is shipped loses most of the nutrients), and then there are the GMOs and we wonder why cancer is running rampant; at every given time there are only two day’s worth of food at every grocery store, God forbid if a natural disaster happens, and we all know they have been happening on a regular basis around the globe; then there are the environmental effects that the big food corporations are guilty of, well it can’t be helped if you are importing food; the price of food will keep rising as well as food shortages that are predicted to occur and are happening now in some countries – food cannot be produced fast enough for the current population. And yet

on Vancouver Island there are issues with selling food on one’s own property. No, I rather buy local food that I know has nutrient value, that has no impact on the environment, and keeps money in the local community it serves. So growing food on one’s own property for resale does not seem to be a problem to me, but necessary. As for the bylaw, Compassion Farm is in violation of Lantzville’s bylaw, but that only means the bylaw needs to be changed. What I really don’t understand is why after 11 years, Compassion Farm is now being presented with a bylaw infraction? Interesting enough, the same land used to be a gravel pit, where the previous owners sold gravel and made a profit. So let me get this Lantzville bylaw right – one can sell gravel on his/her property for a profit, but not food? It seems to me, the reducing of self-reliance with too much governance. When bodies of government start to take away the power of growing our own food, I start to become more than concerned. Tara Keeping Montreal

Mainstream media ignoring illegal escalation of war To the Editor, Undoubtedly the regime of Moammar Gadhafi has many faults. However during his 40 year authoritarian rule the Libyan population of 4.5 million has achieved rising educational, public health and living standards that significantly exceed most African or Arab nations. Libya under Gadhafi was the first Arab state to treat women as equals which upset many traditional and religious groups who, together with students and professional groups form the backbone of the Libyan opposition that

NATO forces now support. One faction of the loosely allied, mostly tribal rebel forces, the Islamic Fighting Group is banned worldwide as an affiliate of Al Queda. Canada now sees this coalition as a good replacement for Gadhafi. Under the UN Security Council NATO forces were permitted to enforce a “no fly zone” to save opposition forces from Gadhafi’s wrath. This was achieved by the end of March but NATO progressed to ‘regime change’. On July 22, contrary to international law prohibiting attacks against civilian targets

as well as the limited UN Security Council authorization, NATO bombed the “Great Manmade River Project”, the $25-billion pipeline system that supplies 70 per cent of the Libyan population with fresh water from undergournd aquifers under the Sahara. The following Saturday NATO bombed the pipeline factory so that repairs cannot be made. On July 30 the Libyan Broadcasting Authority was bombed. I have heard nothing about this in the news. How does the destruction of the water supply help civilians? Instead it will create

a humanitarian and economic crisis that will ultimately lead to greater instability, radicalization, and poverty. Why does the mainstream news ignore this illegal escalation of a war in which Canada has become entangled as our Conservative-inspired ‘war fighting machine’ role expands? Liz Fox Lantzville What do you think? Give us your comments by fax at 250753-0788 or by e-mail: editor@ nanaimobulletin.com. Be sure to spell out your first and last names.

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The Tour de Rock demands total commitment from its riders – both on and off their bikes Sam Van Schie Black Press

hen the 22-person Tour de Rock cycling team rides across Vancouver Island this fall, they need to do more than just pump out 1,000 kilometres in two weeks. After a grueling day in the saddle, they still have school children to talk to and fundraisers to attend. “We need to get to the point where cycling 100 kilometres feels easy, so Special we don’t just feature want to go to bed after a Black Press ride,” said Island newspapers on District RCMP Vancouver Island Const. Manon will publish this Chouinard who, special feature before qualifying page spotlighting for this year’s police officers team, had never taking part ridden a road in this year’s bike. Canadian Cancer Since March Society riders have spent Cops for Cancer about eight Tour de Rock. hours per week on their bike with three mandatory weekly training sessions focusing on hills, speed and distance. If anyone misses a ride, they have to make it up on their own. “You don’t want to fall behind. Every week we’re building on what we did the week before,” Chouinard said. A recent hill-training included powering up Mount Washington, a steep 20-kilometre climb. When the training gets tough, West Shore RCMP Const. Rod Fraser said he just thinks about the reason he volunteered for the tour. “It’s all for the kids with cancer. We’re doing this by choice, but they don’t get an option to be sick or not,” said

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Island District RCMP Const. Sandi Swanson, left, West Shore RCMP Const. Rod Fraser and Island District RCMP Const. Manon Chouinard are representing Victoria-area Mounties on this year’s Tour de Rock. Fraser, who as a teenager lost his father to cancer. Money raised by the Canadian Cancer Society Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock goes to pediatric cancer research. Since it started in 1998, the annual ride has raised more then $15 million. Riders set their own fundraising target and organize events to bring in donations. Island District RCMP Const. Sandi Swanson has fundraisers planned almost every weekend to meet her goal to raise $12,000. “I’m either at a fundraiser or planning a fundraiser,” Swanson said. Many of her fundraising ideas,

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from barbecues to garage sales, come from colleagues who did the ride in previous years. The ride has a roster of business sponsors who give in-kind donations to aid fundraisers. “We get nothing but support at every turn,” Swanson said. “Being a cop, we work long hours and see a lot of hard things. Seeing the other side, the generosity, and being able to give back, it’s an amazing opportunity.” Officers are only allowed to participate in Tour de Rock once in their career, which is extra incentive to give it their all. Fraser is hoping to raise $15,000 and Chouinard is aiming for

$20,000. In the next two months, there will be many fundraisers throughout the region with proceeds going to Tour de Rock. Swanson is holding drop-in jazzercise at the Pacific Institute for Sports Excellence in Saanich, Aug. 6 from 1 to 5 p.m. Fraser has a pancake breakfast and garage sale at the West Shore RCMP station in Langford, Aug. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Chouinard hopes to see 400 people attend her “Tank-top, Flip-flop Hop,” a beach-theme dance party for all ages, at the Bay Street Armoury in Victoria, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m.

ON TOUR: This year’s Tour de Rock begins in Port Alice on Saturday, Sept. 24 and ends Friday, Oct. 7 in Victoria. Tour de Rock raises funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research and programs.

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The City of Nanaimo Wave Babes dragonboat team likes a challenge. Not only did it place eighth out of 38 women’s teams at the Save-OnFoods Dragon Boat Festival earlier this month, it has stepped up its fundraising capacity. Determined to find creative ways to raise donations for the Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation, the team embarked on a year of new adventures. Holding its annual plant sale in April raised $3,000, but it also offered the Wave Babes a chance to showcase their ‘pink bins’. The Wave Babes have a pink scrap metal bin at 333 Tenth St. in Nanaimo and encourage everyone to drop off their scrap metal for recycling. The metal is sold and profits are directed toward the purchase of breast cancer equipment for women on central Vancouver Island. There is no fee to drop off scrap metal in the pink bin

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The City of Nanaimo Wave Babes dragonboat team have had a busy year fundraising for the Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation. The group’s efforts raised $16,300 toward the purchase of equipment to diagnose and treat breast cancer in central Vancouver Island women.

and items like barbecues and lawn mowers are welcome, even if there may be some wood or plastic included. The project has expanded to include a smaller pink bin for cans and bottles located near the Mid Island Co-op gas station on Bowen Road. As well, the Wave Babes are selling dragon-inspired metal art at paddling festivals. As a result of its fundraising activities the team donated $16,300 to the hospital foundation during

the dragonboat festival. Brenda Rositano of the foundation said the Wave Babes have been incredibly motivated and their efforts are reflected in their generous donation for breast cancer related equipment. “The foundation is grateful and privileged to partner with such a determined group,” she said. To learn more about the hospital foundation, please visit www. nanaimohospitalfoundation.com.

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Wolves seek public’s vote $5,000 for a charity of its choice. “We are encouraging all Canadians from coast to coast to cast their votes online for one of the 15 finalist teams eligible to win a grand prize that will benefit an entire community,” said Sandy Bourne, vice-president, sponsorships, BMO Financial Group. The Wolves, a U10 team from Gabriola Island, are the only girls’ team on the island and must take a ferry for away games. For more on the Wolves, please go to h t t p : / / c o m m u n i t y. bmo.com/soccer/content/gabriola-wolves.

Co-ops receive grants Two Nanaimo-based co-operatives will receive a share of $19,000 in grants from T h e C o - o p e r at o r s insurance group. Cedar Opportunities Co-operative received $10,000 to assist in planning the opening of its Coco Café, owned and operated by families with developmentally disabled members in Cedar and Yellow Point, and will employ people with developmental disabilities. Nanaimo Car Share Cooperative’s mis-

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Radio operators prepare for emergency response To the Editor, With Japan’s earthquake and tsunami damage still fresh in people’s minds, the question arises – are we ready to survive for 72 hours on our own here in one of the highest probable earthquake zones in Canada? Are members of the amateur radio community able to provide viable long-range communications without being tied to the conventional power grid or using conventional communication modes that invariably fail as each disaster unfolds? This had led to a discussion of whether Vancouver Island University with its sizable student body could be considered ready to handle emergency communication if needed. The answer is yes as there are several amateur radio operators who attend VIU and some are quite involved in that idea. On the Canada Day weekend, Radio Amateurs of Canada asked its licensed amateur radio

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APPLAUSE operators to make sure their equipment was in working order and could be put to use during an emergency. To this end, I set up a mobile amateur radio station on the grounds of Vancouver Island University. More than 100 radio contacts were made with local radio clubs, across the province, and as far away as Newfoundland, Florida, California and Mexico. The farthest contact was Brisbane, Australia, a country that because of flooding and fires is well aware of the importance of reliable emergency communications in a disaster. A big thank you goes to all the guests who came out to see the system in action and Mark Egan, health and safety coordinator at VIU and Stewart Ralph, associate director of facilities services and campus development at VIU. Ian Turner Nanaimo

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Communication contribution Dino Tsembelis, left, and Carol Webber, right, of the Nanaimo Child Development Centre, accept an $8,000 cheque from Dan Richardson and Heather Starke of the Team Telus charitable giving program. Telus has been donating to the centre since 1999 and is a long-time supporter through the Little Drummer Fund, Silly Boat Regatta and general donations.

Therapy centre plans family fun fair Footholds Therapy Center is hosting a day of family fun in support of children and their families dealing with autism. The Footholds Family Fun Fair takes place Aug. 13 at 1650 Waddington Rd., from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The day includes a silent auction, cake walk, popcorn, cotton candy, bouncy castles, bouncy slides, car-

nival games, barbecue and more. All proceeds go to Footholds, an autism centre providing intervention, therapy and support to more than 60 families in Nanaimo and surrounding areas. No registration for the fair is required. For more information, please call 250-667-7105.

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Golf chicks help kids Cloudy skies and a few showers didn’t dampen the giving spirit of golfers as the fourth annual Chicks with Sticks ladies charity golf tournament raised $21,5000 for Kids Help Phone programs on Vancouver Island. More than 80 ladies dressed in 1950s fashi o n s p a r t i c i p at e d in the July 15 event at Cottonwood Golf Course, ensuring that Kids Help Phone’s counselors are available for children at anytime, for any reason. “I am thrilled with this year’s turnout and the enthusiasm of the golfers to raise money for a good cause,” said Mary Manhas, Chicks with Sticks co-chairwoman. “We fell just a few thousand shy of our $25,000 goal, but we will be back next year for the fifth annual tournament and we hope to exceed this year’s fundraising.” Kids Help Phone received more than 8,000 calls from the Nanaimo region in 2010. It relies entirely on fundraising to support its programs. For more information, please go to org. kidshelpphone.ca/en/ choose/bc/nanaimo. The Kids Help Phone number is 1-800-6686868.

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We are seeking a partner who enjoys dealing with the public, has superior customer service skills, an innovative thinker, possess management and leadership skills. You will also bring along with you enthusiasm, outstanding business skills and a strong desire to succeed. In return, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll provide ongoing support, unlimited ďŹ nancial possibilities and the opportunity for growth!

Looking for Hairstylists and Estheticians to join our team. Resumes can be dropped at: 3396 Norwell Dr., Nanaimo or email: fanny_usanahealth @hotmail.com to make an appointment.

HELP WANTED 2 PART TIME COOKS wanted for local college pub. Morning/Lunch & late afternoon shifts, between 10 & 25 hrs/week each. Experience required unionized work place. Resume/cover letter to 250716-9184 or email to: execdir@viusu.ca

Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following jobs: 1)Heavy Duty Mechanic. 2)Processor Operator. Fax resumes to 250-287-9259

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HELP WANTED

PART-TIME NIGHT CLEANER Marquise Group is looking for a P/T Night Cleaner to join our team at a shopping mall located in Nanaimo, BC. Duties include maintaining the cleanliness of common areas and washrooms. Previous experience using an auto - scrubber an asset. Graveyard Shifts: 11:30pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:30am. Flexible availability req. Please Send resumes to: 853.marquise@ hiredesk.net or fax 604.214.8526 RV Technician and a Service/Parts Administrator is required immediately at Comox Valley RV. Please email your resume to danny@comoxvalleyrv.com / call 250-871-4700. Stuck On Designs is seeking a full time designer to work in our shop in Prince Rupert. ProďŹ ciency in Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign is a must. Progressive shop with lots of opportunity. stuckon@citytel.net or fax 250-624-6160. Please - no freelancers.

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HELP WANTED We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilďŹ eld construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilďŹ eld roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051.

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD LINE COOK & Server, F/T, P/T. Must have exp. Apply with resume between 2-7: Granary Restaurant, Terminal Park Mall, Nanaimo, BC. PROFESSIONAL/ MANAGEMENT

NANAIMO Non-ProďŹ t Housing Society has an immediate opening for a full-time Buildings Manager. Email a request for additional information to BuildingsManager@gmail.com.

HELP WANTED MAINTENANCE PERSON A contract maintenance person is required to perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks for 3 barge camps. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, painting ďŹ&#x201A;oor boards, ďŹ xing leaking faucets, replacing oil ďŹ lters and troubleshooting mechanical issues. The camps are in remote locations only accessible by air and water. Applicants must be organized, have a minimum high school diploma, and experience working with diesel engines. Preference will be given to those who have a welding certiďŹ cate and electrical experience. Please email your resume or summary of qualiďŹ cations to shelleyj@pallangroup.com

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ROCK Construction & Mining Inc. is looking to hire for the following positions: Experienced Hydraulic & Down Hole Drillers. Please forward resume to resume@rcmi.ca or fax to (250) 828-1948.

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or fax to 250-286-3868. We appreciate all those who apply, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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Visit us online at www.macs.ca and click on Business Opportunities Investment: 20 - 30K ROI: Unlimited Operating your own business has never been easier!

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DEATHS

Gayle D. Warner A Beacon of Hope

Survey Party Chiefs, Survey Computations & Drafting Technologists. A market leader in quality geomatics, engineering, and planning services, Focus Corporation is currently seeking Survey Party Chiefs as well as Survey Computations & Drafting Technologists to join our team in Fort St. John.

It is with our deepest sorrow that we share the news of Gayle Warnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passing on July 15th, 2011. After many courageous battles with cancer, mom passed away in her sleep in Nanaimo, B.C. A small private service was held at Cedar Valley on July 21st, as per Gayleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes. As news of our motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s death began to spread, the stories of her life continue to ďŹ&#x201A;ock back to her children, Bryan, Jason, and Heather. She will be remembered for her infectious laugh, her passionate joy in life, and the pride and love she held for her three children. Gayle will be greatly missed by her loving mother Gwen Moore who shared so much of her daily life with her daughter. Abbi, her best friend, loyal sidekick and love of her life, misses her ever so much as well. We thank you Mom for helping us overcome lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s challenges and for celebrating its blessings with us. We will miss your laugh, your tears, your hugs, and your love. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lead kindly light, lead thou me onâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;?

Along with an exciting, challenging and dynamic atmosphere, we offer an excellent compensation package that includes a competitive salary, excellent group health benefits, fitness program and an employer-matching group RRSP plan, along with the opportunity to work in a progressive environment. Focus provides a regional living allowance for those residing in Fort St. John and some positions may qualify for a signing bonus. Fort St John, the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Energetic Cityâ&#x20AC;? is located in the heart of majestic Peace River country. It is the largest regional service centre in northeastern BC with a thriving economy led by the oil and gas, agriculture and forestry industries. Currently more than 18,000 people, mostly young families, live in the Fort St John area. It boasts a safe, clean and nourishing community that gives back. For outdoor enthusiasts, Fort St. John offers many adventures within a short drive of the city. Numerous lakes and rivers offer excellent fishing and river boating. Campers can sample our many nearby provincial parks, or try one of the hiking and walking trails in the area.

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Now Hiring in Fort St. John Visit our careers section at www.focus.ca.

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P/T Sales Associate required for the Vancouver Island area to renew client ads & acquire new clients for our publication in this established territory. Applicant must be self-motivated with some sales background and computer skills. Must have own transportation. We supply all the sales tools for your success. Well established company. Good renumeration including a bonus while working in your own community. Send resume to dietrichw@shaw.ca or call (250) 448-4883 for info. EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS NEEDED Are you looking for steady, permanent employment with top compensation and comprehensive beneﬁts? We are now hiring Mechanics with commercial transport experience for our FORT ST JOHN operations. Successful candidates must be motivated, eager to learn, be willing to work shift work, hold valid safety tickets, and complete a clean drug test. Troyer Ventures Ltd. is a privately-owned oilﬁeld services company serving North-East BC and Western Alberta. For more information and to apply, visit our website at www.troyer.ca/employment

AN OLD truck. An older man. Were just trying to make a buck. Could you use a hand? Call Gerry at 250-729-8030.

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OLD FASHIONED HANDYMAN Drywall, tile, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting. Quality work. No HST. Reasonable prices. 250-616-9095.

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U-Haul Company of Canada Ltd. (British Columbia) is currently looking for a dealer in your area. U-Haul not only pays the highest commissions in the industry- (22%) on average-but we pay them on time, every time. Our dealers can count on us, as they have for more than a half century. Our commission rate for full time, full line automated dealer (rents all U-Haul equipment and open 7 days a week) is: • New top notch equipment available for self moving customers • Rent and sell an array of moving-related equipment and accessories

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CLEANING SERVICES MR. SPARKLE CLEANING SERVICES “Since 1992” Roof Demossing, Vinyl Siding, Gutter & Window Cleaning www.mrsparkle.net 250-714-6739

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COMPUTER SERVICES COMPUTER PRO $25 service call for home or ofﬁce. Mobile Certiﬁed Technician. Senior’s Discounts. 250-802-1187.

EAVESTROUGH BRAD’S HOME Detailing. Cleaning vinyl siding by brush. De-mossing roofs. Gutter cleaning/repairs. Windows. Power Washing. Insured. Free estimates. Brad 250-619-0999

ELECTRICAL 1A ELECTRICIAN, licenced, bonded, Small Jobs Specialist, panel upgrades and renos. All work guaranteed since 1989. Rob at 250-732-PLUG (7584).

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AGILE HOME REPAIR & Improvement. Fully insured, interior/exterior repairs and upgrades. Ian 250-714-8800. BLUE OX Home Services. Expert Handyman & Renovation Services: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, tiling, painting, lawn & garden. Refs avail. Insured. 250-713-4409. HOME RENOVATIONS: Carpentry, kitchens & baths; plumbing, ceramic tile. Free Estimates (250)756-2096. JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER new construction, reno’s, 25 yrs. Reliable. (250)616-0990.

IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER SYSTEMS IRRIGATION DOCTOR Installations, Repairs. THE WATER CONSERVATION COMPANY. (250)616-3451

LANDSCAPING BULLY’S LANDSCAPING Summer clean-up specials: Power washing & pruning Lawn Care Aerating & Power raking. Bobcat & excavating services. All your landscaping needs. 250-585-7177

MOVING & STORAGE 2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)753-6633.

J & R FENCING: A complete line of fencing. Farm, chain link, deer, electric. We also do Yard Clean-Up and manure sales. Call 250-802-2541.

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DINING ROOM table only with 1 foot drop leaf, 3â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x4â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 6â&#x20AC;?, hardwood, $45 obo. 250-729-0444.

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EXERCISE BIKE $40 and Electric grass trimmer $12. 250-753-4798 40 years Experience

FOUR VINTAGE wooden port crates + 2 collector bottles (1945 - 1985) rare & unique. $60 obo. 250-729-3881

Reno Windows, Failed Sealed Units, Retractable & Residential Screens Free Estimates Guaranteed Workmanship

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GOLF CLUBS: Rt. & Lt. hand sets with bags and 1 cart $25/each. 250-758-0964

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KIRBY VACUUM cleaner with attachments, good working order, $30. 250-729-0124.

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LARGE RED suitcase on wheels, 29â&#x20AC;?x20â&#x20AC;?, new $70 but asking, $25. 250-753-4130. PERSIAN-STYLE fringed wool rug, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x11â&#x20AC;&#x2122; with underlay. Good cond $65.(250)390-4713

UNDER $100 4 LARGE golden bamboo plants, $50/each. (250)7542048.

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APPLIANCES DEEP FREEZE (Heritage), 22â&#x20AC;?W x 50â&#x20AC;? L x 34â&#x20AC;? H, perfect shape, $200. 250-758-0267.

21â&#x20AC;? MAGNAVOX TV $10. Pair of speaker stands $25. (250)585-7411. BEIGE/BROWN recliner, good cond. $70. Call 250-753-0744. BUFFET & HUTCH French Provincial $99. 758-8985 DEEP FREEZER, 22â&#x20AC;?x45â&#x20AC;? $25. Table & 4 chairs, chrome legs, $25. (250)585-4085. METAL BAKERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RACK $50. Call (250)390-1833.

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FOR SALE BY OWNER HOUSE IN COAL HARBOUR. SEMI-WATER FRONT, GREAT VIEW. 3 BDR. 2 1/2 BATH, LARGE SUNDECK. APRX. 1800 SQUARE FEET. 2 WOOD STOVES, ELEC. HEAT, 2 GARAGES TALL ENOUGH FOR MOTOR HOME, PAVED DRIVEWAY. PHONE 250-949-9515. $265,000 O.BO.

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GREATER VICTORIA area character 3 bdrm updated home, lrg ďŹ&#x201A;at yrd, bsmt suite, on dead end tree lined street. Could be excellent income property. Multi-family zoned. $675,000. 1-604-505-4957. No realtors please.

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www.MyActualCost.com Coast Realty Group NANAIMO SOUTH. Move-in ready 2 bedroom condo. New paint, new kitchen appliances, steam cleaned broadloom. Light ďŹ lled w balcony. Includes parking, storage locker, washer, dryer. Well maintained building. Close to hospital, bus stops, schools & VIU. New price $182,500 www.nanaimocondo4sale. weebly.com 250754-2552 sandraketchum@gmail.com

THIS HOME HAS IT ALL! This 16 year old custom built 3600 sqft, 3 storey home features 4 bdrms, 4 baths, fabulous kitchen, roomy living room, natural gas ďŹ replace, master bdrm with 4 pce ensuite. Great rec room (31x14) in ďŹ nished basement. Completely ďŹ nished 40x57 deluxe shop with separate bath. Property is 2.26 gorgeous, well kept acres. Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this â&#x20AC;&#x153;one of a kindâ&#x20AC;? property. Asking $649,000 RE/MAX Mid Island Realty Port Alberni, B.C. John Stilinovic 250-724-4725 Toll Free 1-877-723-5660

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LOTS VICTORIA CITY level lot, 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x120â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, multi-family zoned on nice tree lined dead end street. $550,000. 1-604-5054957. No Realtors please.

RECREATIONAL PROPERTY RARE OPPORTUNITY: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, 0.83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake. Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good ďŹ shing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-395-0599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)

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Nanaimo News Bulletin Saturday, August 6, 2011 RENTALS

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APARTMENT/CONDO

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SUITES, LOWER

AUTO FINANCING

BOWEN TERRACE- 1 bdrm, heat incld, sm pet ok. $690. Leave msg (250)245-8869.

2000 sq ft 4 Bedrorom; 2 bathroom; fenced yard; large deck; close to bus route, schools, shopping. $1200/mo. No pets. 250-7536766

DEPARTURE BAY. Furnished 1 bdrm, spacious, TV, internet, phone incl’d, F/P. Shared laundry. Utils. incl, NS/NP, $795 Avail Sept 1. 250-751-3386.

CENTRAL NANAIMO. Harbour view, 1 Bedroom suites from $725. Spotless. Quiet. Close to ferry. NP/NS. Ref’s. Mark/Don 250-753-8633 GORGEOUS DOWNTOWN Condo. Character building. 1bdrm + den, 5 appliances, Skylights, WIFI, N/P, N/S $900. 250-754-2207 NANAIMO, 1 Bdrm suite with F/S. Hydro incl’d. Near VIU. $700/mth. N/S, pet neg. Avail Now. Call 250-618-5346.

N/CEN NANAIMO Bright 1 & 2 bdrms Heat & hot water incl. New carpet, sink, paint Quiet park-like setting Video cameras. $700 +

250-753-6656

NORTH NANAIMO Seeing is believing! Bright 1 & 2 bdrm Apt. New Paint, very clean & quiet in updated bldg. Near Country Club Mall. Prof. mngt. Free H/W. From $715 & $810

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C. NANAIMO, 2 bdrm duplex, 650 sq.ft. W/D, storage, carport, priv balcony, $725 + utils, Immediately. 1 yr term. refs req, N/S, N/P. 250-755-5121. NANAIMO- 3 BDRM duplex, nice, clean, new carpet, low maintenance yrd. Available Now. $995+ utils. NS/NP. (250)797-2411. NANAIMO- LRG 1 bdrm, ocean view, renovated, inclds laundry, covered prkging, heat. Refs. Close to Woodgrove Mall & bus. NS/NP. Available Aug 15. $795. 250668-2497. ROSSTOWN RD- SxS 3 bdrm, 2 bath. Fresh, clean, near all amenities, fenced yrd. NS/NP. $995. W/D hookup. Avail immed. 250-758-4871.

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NANAIMO (near Seawall)Large 1 bdrm, top ﬂr, clean quiet adult oriented bldg. Inclds heat, H/W, cable, parking & storage. NP/NS. Avail Sept 1. $650. 250-244-1761. WORKSHOP/ LIVING SPACE FOR RENT Insulated 700 sq ft workshop- ideal for woodwork. One bedroom loft includes washer, dryer,dish washer. Located on 4 wooded acres in Cobble Hill (Arbutus Ridge area).Available Sept 1, 2011. $1250/m. Call 250-709-2010 for details.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL WORKSHOP/ LIVING SPACE FOR RENT Insulated 700 sq ft workshop- ideal for woodwork. One bedroom loft includes washer, dryer,dish washer. Located on 4 wooded acres in Cobble Hill (Arbutus Ridge area).Available Sept 1, 2011. $1250/m. Call 250-709-2010 for details.

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CENTRAL 3 bdrms + den, 2 bath, $1200. mo + util. NS/NP. Refs req. Call 250-758-2772. COLLEGE- 3 BDRM, 1000 sq ft, 5 new appls, windows, fenced yard, sunroom, deck, carport. NS/NP. Refs. Aug 31. $1200. (250)754-1511. DOWNTOWN NANAIMO, newly reno’d 1 bdrm + den, huge lot, deck, N/S, refs req, avail Sept. 1, $850 mo. Call Rick at 250-756-6490. HAMMOND BAY, reno’d 1 bdrm cottage on .5 acre property, N/S, $790 + utils, call 250-758-8819. HOSPITAL AREA, 3 bdrm, 2 full bath, 3 car garage, close to all amenities, N/S, N/P, $1150 mo + utils, call 250-756-6172 or 250-619-5446 after 6 PM. OLD CITY 3bdrm, $1100 per month +utils. W/D, N/S. Pets considered. Avail. Sept. 1st. (250)753-7317 RENT TO OWN 1 bdrm house, cash back. Msg 250753-1200

SHARED ACCOMMODATION OCEAN VIEW, bright, quiet 1 bdrm, 4 piece bath, N/S, N/P, utils incl w/ internet/cable, W/D, female. Avail now. $475 mo, call 250-751-2454. S. NANAIMO Furnished room, $450. inclds utils, cable, internet. Working preferred. Mandatory SOBER LIVING house. Avail now. Lisa 250-740-0167.

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HAREWOOD AREA, new 2 bdrm bsmt suite, no laundry, N/P, N/S, avail Aug. 1, $850 mo incls utils, 250-618-1401.

LADYSMITH - NEWLY reno’d 2 bdrm, 1 bath, ground ﬂoor, self contained, N/P, N/S. Refs req’d, avail Sept. 1, $950/mo. John 250-741-7739. N. NANAIMO (near Woodgrove) 2 bdrm legal, w/d, parking. NP/NS, $950 inclds utils. Avail Aug 15. 250-713-0119. UPLANDS AREA. Bright 2 bdrm. Priv. entr., fenced back yard, 4 appls, util. incl. NS/NP. $895. Sept. 1. 250-729-9155. NORTH NANAIMO- 1 bdrm, private entrance/patio. NS/NP. $775 inclds utils. Refs req’d. Avail Sept 1. (250)751-2068. VIU. 2-BDRM. Shared laundry, on bus route. N/S, no partiers, $720. + utils on sep. metre. Sept. 1st. 250-754-6514.

SUITES, UPPER BRECHIN 3BDRM, close to shop/bus/ferries. Ocean views. Lrg deck, family area. N/P. $1075/mo. (250)753-6681 DOWNTOWN: 3 B/R, F/S, private entrance, no laundry.Ref’s. $750/M. Available Aug 6. Call Wayne 250-6198608 or 250-753-5300

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◆ SUPPORTING EMPLOYMENT Transitions hosts a free Power Interviews workshop from 9 a.m. to noon at 101-155 Skinner St. To register, contact 250-714-0085.

Tuesday ◆ NANAIMO FAMILY Life Association hosts its managing anger workshop from 6:30-9 p.m. at 1070 Townsite Rd. To pre-register phone 250-754-3331 ext. 716.

Wednesday ◆ SUPPORTING EMPLOYMENT Transitions hosts a free Resumé Renovator workshop from 9 a.m. to noon at 101-155 Skinner St. To register, contact 250-7140085.

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QUIET, QUALITY, furnished 2bdrm waterfront, ground level suite. 4 appliances, stairs to beach, $690/mo. Hourly, 12 min. ferry service to Nanaimo. Avail. Sept. 1, 2011 to April 31, 2012 N/P, N/S. View pics on line at Craig’s list. (250)753-4123 (250)758-4454

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JUNIOR FOOTBALL rivals meet tonight down Malahat.

◆ V.I. RAIDERS play the Westshore Rebels tonight (Aug. 6) at 7 p.m. at Victoria’s Bear Mountain Stadium.

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◆ NANAIMO TEAM plays its home opener Aug. 13 when the Kamloops Broncos visit Caledonia Park for a 4 p.m. kickoff. ◆ SEASON TICKETS available by calling 250-756-4755 or e-mailing gibooth@shaw.ca.

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V.I. Raiders receiver Whitman Tomusiak makes a catch at walk-through Tuesday night at Comox Field. The Raiders face the Westshore Rebels tonight (Aug. 6) at Victoria’s Bear Mountain Stadium.

ter in that area tonight. There’s no excuse not to be pumped up when they’re lining up against the hated Rebels. “When we play Victoria it’s always going to be a physical game,” Atwall said. “They’re our rival and we want to show them that we own this rock.” The Raiders franchise was founded in 2005 when most of

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Raiders will push Rebels around The V.I. Raiders and Westshore Rebels face one another on the gridiron for the 20th time tonight (Aug. 6). The Nanaimo squad hopes it ends the same way as the previous 19 meetings – with a win for the Raiders. The two Canadian Junior Football League teams are both coming off road victories in Week 1, as V.I. defeated the Langley Rams 39-13 and Vic handled the Chilliwack Huskers 37-8. The rivals also faced one another in the pre-season, a 53-11 pasting by the Raiders. “We beat them pretty badly, so they’re going to be wanting to come at us pretty hard and show that they’re a better team than that,” said Ranji Atwall, Raiders linebacker. The V.I. team thinks that last month’s pre-season game was an indication of what to expect tonight. “We played most of our starters, they played most of theirs, I think,” said Andrew Smith, Raiders receiver. V.I.’s defensive players said they will be trying to focus on stopping Victoria’s run game and will also keep in mind that the Rebels’ QB Cat Todorovich likes to get rid of the ball quickly. “We’ve just got to execute, stick to our man coverage…” said Evan Foster, defensive lineman. “We’ve got to bring our A game and play the best that we can.” The Raiders were talking a lot this week about preparation. They didn’t feel they started last week’s game with enough physicality, so they intend to be bet-

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the Rebels players and coaches left Victoria to move to Nanaimo. There were hard feelings at the time and games between the teams are always emotional. “They’re the Island rival, right?” asked Smith. “So it’s a pretty big deal and it’s been a big deal since we moved to Nanaimo.” sports@nanaimobulletin.com

The beginning of August is a long way from crunch time, but it’s an exciting time for V.I. Raiders players and coaches. This is the point in the season when a young football team is building its identity. “People don’t realize we’re younger this year than we were last year,” said Matthew “Snoop” Blokker, Raiders coach. A day after the team’s first game, the coach was already anxious to see what the Raiders could accomplish next. “I just can’t wait to play,” Blokker said. “The more we play, I know the better we’re going to get. I’m really excited about it.” The defence, in particular, has a lot of first-year Raiders, but there are also newcomers on offence and on special teams. “There’s rookies all over the place,” said Andrew Smith, veteran receiver. “So it’s good to see people step up and make plays and fill spots.” Veteran linebacker Ranji Atwall said the Raiders are “pretty pumped” about the new additions to the team. “To see young guys strive on this level, it gets you pretty excited to play even harder,” he said. “It’s fun to see.”

DBL Timbermen lose to Pioneers in series finale A loss of of fensive momentum cost the Nanaimo DBL Timbermen a shot at the provincial title Thursday night after losing to the Ladner Pioneers 7-3 in the West Coast Senior Lacrosse Association semifinals. Nanaimo had fallen into a 2-0 hole early in the series, but battled back to tie Ladner 2-2 to force Game 5. Heading into the deciding game at the Ladner Leisure Centre, the Timbermen said they felt they had the momentum as their big defence had found a way to shut down Pioneer scorers. That was the case in Game 5, but Nanaimo’s offence simply couldn’t match Ladner’s attack. “We created a few good scoring chances but I thought their goalie played well,” said Roger Dubyna, Timbermen coach. “In the end it was three or four critical mistakes that cost us at least three goals.” The loss took away an opportunity for the T-men to avenge a 3-1 league championship final series loss to the Tri City Bandits in 2010. Instead, the Pioneers earned the right to take on the defending league champions in the 2011 edition of the championship final. Tri City defeated the Valley Rebels 3-1 in the other semi-final series. The winner of the Pioneers-Bandits series will continue on to represent B.C. in the President’s Cup national championship tournament. Scoring for the Timbermen in the loss were Ryan Clarke, Kyle Noble and Shawn Swanson.

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CALENDAR ◆ Aug. 6 - Canadian Junior Football League. Vancouver Island Raiders vs. Westshore Rebels. Bear Mountain Stadium, Victoria, 7 p.m. ◆ Aug. 13 - Canadian Junior Football League. V.I. Raiders vs. Kamloops Broncos. Caledonia Park, 4 p.m.

Clippers add one goalie with another on the way

BILLY FAUST joins mix as Nanaimo has three netminders on roster. BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

◆ Aug. 14 - Men’s college basketball exhibition. Vancouver Island University Mariners vs. Ball State Cardinals. VIU gym, 2 p.m. ◆ Aug. 18 - Women’s college soccer exhibition. Vancouver Island University Mariners vs. Warner Pacific. Mariner Field, 2 p.m.

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The Nanaimo Clippers are rebuilding from the crease out. The B.C. Hockey League team traded for veteran goalie Billy Faust this week, acquiring the 20-year-old from the Penticton Vees in exchange for future considerations. Faust is from Altaloma, Calif., but as a BCHL vet he is not considered an import player. “It gives us a non-import goalie with some experience,” said Mike Vandekamp, Clippers GM. “He’s a

great kid, he’s very focused and a driven athlete.” Faust posted an 11-7 record with the Vees in 2010-11 with a 3.38 goals-against average and an .894 save percentage. The Clipper crease is filling up fast – Vandekamp is finalizing the signing of an import goalie, and last year’s tandem of Charles-Andre Pelletier and Charles-Alexy Premont are both eligible to return. “I didn’t bring them to the orientation camp because I wanted to look at some other goalies at the time,” said the GM. “They’re still with our club and we’ll see what happens between now and training camp.” Even when the goaltending picture becomes clear, Vandekamp said he doesn’t tend to anoint a No. 1 guy in September.

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Goaltender Billy Faust makes a save with the Penticton Vees last season. The Nanaimo Clippers traded for the 20-year-old netminder earlier this week.

“It just depends on what you have to work with at the time,” he said. “Every year, every scenario’s different. It’s going to be competitive for our goaltenders.” ICE CHIPS … The Clippers also announced the commitment of

18-year-old defenceman Ryan Wells this week. The six-foot, 190 pounder from London, Ont. tallied four goals, 10 points and 68 penalty minutes in 28 games with the junior A Guelph Hurricanes last season. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

Team seeks host families

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With training camp just a month away, the Nanaimo Clippers are trying to address their needs both on and off the ice. “We’re still very much desiring to find a couple more host fami-

lies. That’s a big thing,” said Mike Vandekamp, Clippers GM. Those interested in billeting a Clippers player are asked to contact assistant coach Michael Olson at 250751-0593.

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Saturday, August 6, 2011

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VIU b-ball camp starts Monday The Vancouver Island University Mariners basketball program will share its knowledge with the next generation of players. VIU athletics is hosting basketball camps for boys eight-18 and girls eight-17 this month at the university gym, starting with a co-ed day camp for kids eight-13. The $160 camp runs Monday (Aug. 8) through Friday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and consists of a half day of basketball drills and games and a half day of other sports, games and activities. From Aug. 15-18 the Mariners will hold camps for girls 13-17, boys 12-14 and boys 15-18. The half-day camps cost $100 and the M’s promise “top-quality instruction and coaching in a fun and competitive environment.” Visit mariners.viu.ca/ community for more information. There will be on-site registration Monday morning.

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Nanaimo Diamonds bantam player Sam Walkosky pitches while teammate Leah Kitsul plays in at first base during the Softball B.C. championships in North Delta last month. The Diamonds won silver at provincials.

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The Nanaimo Diamonds were right there with the best fastpitch softball teams in Western Canada. The bantam B girls’ fastball team won three of its seven games at Softball Canada’s Western Canadian Championship last weekend in Saskatoon. The girls played well enough to make it to the playdowns on the last day of competition Monday, when they finally fell 4-2 to the silver-medallist Moose Jaw. The bantam Diamonds started the tourney July 29 with a 12-5 win over Edmonton’s River City Hornets. Hayley Craddock had a huge game, earning the pitching win and going 3-for-3 at the plate, finishing a triple shy of the cycle. In the second game that day, Craddock had two hits as the Diamonds lost 8-1 to the Saskatoon Raiders. The next day, Nanaimo clobbered Brandon, Man.’s Westman Magic 15-5. Sam Walkosky was the winning pitcher and Taylor Sampson hit a home run and drove in five runs. Craddock and Marissa Boyle had three hits apiece. The late game was a 7-5 loss to the Ice in which Craddock supplied two hits.

On Sunday, the Diamonds fell to the eventual Western champs, the Saskatoon Phantoms, by a 7-3 score. Paige Hughes had two hits and two RBIs and Sierra Spracklin also had a pair of hits. The later game saw Nanaimo edge Winnipeg’s Manitoba Thunder 4-3, with Craddock earning the ‘W’ and supplying two hits. Hughes had two RBIs. In the tournament-ending loss, Sampson had two hits.

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The Nanaimo Pirates mosquito AAA all-stars circled the basepaths one last time to wrap up a successful summer. The boys’ rep baseball team finished fifth at the B.C. Minor Baseball Association’s Tier 1 championships in Richmond on the long weekend, winning two of four games in the round robin. The mosquito AAA Pirates won the Vancouver Island zone championship the previous weekend in Victoria. At that tourney Nanaimo pounded Campbell River 12-6, beat Victoria 8-2 and then came from behind to beat Duncan 12-9 in an exciting Island final.

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