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If you meet a cougar: ◆ Never approach a cougar. Cougars normally avoid confrontation, but are unpredictable; ◆ Always give a cougar an avenue of escape;
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A cougar, similar to this one photographed in the Comox Valley, was spotted near East Wellington Road and Mountain View Elementary School in recent weeks.
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natural prey. The area along the Millstone River serves as a wildlife corridor that attracts both predators and prey. Conservation officer Steve Ackles, who responded to the cougar sighting called in by Remillard, said the best thing residents who live
in areas cougars frequent is to educate themselves on what to do if they come across one. “What [Laberge] did was exactly what she was supposed to do and the cougar disengaged, which is what it was supposed to do,” said Ackles. “The area where the complaint came from is a rural area and the cougar, if it’s the same one, is not emaciated and is not showing any signs of unusual behaviour. If it goes after livestock or if someone sees it and it looks emaciated, we’ll definitely take it out of the area. But this particular cat was headed into the bush in a rural area outside city limits and showed no unusual signs.” Remillard said knowing the cat is close by is putting “everybody on edge.”
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With children, pets and livestock all in the area, she feels warnings should be issued to residents so they can take measures to protect their animals and families. She also expressed concern the animal was brazen enough to venture into an area in daylight, where just a few minutes before noisy machinery had been operating. “All we ask for is a warning so we know. It doesn’t matter if it’s five times a summer. I walk my dog up that road three or four times a week and if I didn’t know there was a cougar, I wouldn’t be watching for one.” Ackles said Remillard made the right move by reporting the cat, but that doesn’t necessarily mean conservation officers will automatically track the predator and remove it.
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“We’re not necessarily coming out if it’s in a wildlife corridor and it hasn’t done anything wrong,” said Ackles. “If it does go after livestock, if it is obviously sick, if it has ventured into a part of the city where there is no safe return to its habitat, or if it is too close to a school, we’ll definitely take it out of the area.” Residents who see a cougar or any other animal of concern can call 1-877-952-7277 to advise conservation officers. Ackles said knowing what to do if confronted by a predatory animal is important for both the person’s and animal’s welfare. Information on what to do if confronted by a cougar can be found on the province’s website at www.env.gov.bc.ca. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com
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The cat is back and that has some residents near East Wellington Road concerned. On Friday, Aaron Froats was visiting his parents’ house and saw a cougar near the edge of a newly hayed field on Durnin Road at about 2:45 p.m. “It wasn’t a concern to me at all,” said Froats. “It was just in the back of a field cruising along by itself. I got a good look at it for about 15 seconds as it was minding its own business then it just scooted off into the bush.” It’s not far from where 18-year-old Erin Laberge came across a cougar near Mountain View Elementary School while riding her bike two weeks ago. Fortunately, Laberge had the knowledge to face the cat and scare it off after it began following her, but some residents say the cat is overstaying its welcome. Debbie Remillard has had issues with cougars in the area before and said a lingering predator has too much potential to do damage. “We had a cougar kill one of our calfs a few years ago and it also took our neighbour’s geese. At that point in time the cougar had also been killing dogs and cats in the Jingle Pot area,” she said. “Everyone out here knows there are cougars around all the time, it’s just the fact that people aren’t getting warnings.” The cougar has yet to attack anything but
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Finning Canada’s unionized employees are holding the line at sales and service outlets across B.C. Members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers voted Friday to stay out on strike after rejecting Finning’s latest contract offer. The strike affects 700 employees at 25 Finning locations across B.C., including Nanaimo where 10 sales and service technicians have been off the job since the strike started June 22. The most recent offer from the company was made after mediation ended July 7. Subcontracting, statutory holidays on modified shifts, wages and the duration of a new contract remain the main hurdles in getting an agreement. Stan Pickthall, union spokesman, said in a
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most people can’t afford that.” Surfside’s existing program for men at Surfside Recovery House on Rosstown Road has operated since 1985. It ends this September as the new therapeutic program begins. Banks said the alumni program at recovery house, which involves former clients holding weekly meetings to support and encourage current participants, will continue. Banks said Surfside wanted to expand the program and partner with the John Howard Society to access their experience in therapeutic programming. Like many other non-profits, Surfside has also struggled with funding issues due to cutbacks.
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Banks, Surfside Society chair- change their behaviour. The four-month program will woman. The four-month residential sub- have a bigger impact than Surfside’s current 42-day, stance abuse program because the longer a perfor men focuses on peer son stays in a recovery support and accountabilprogram, the longer they ity, which involves group stay clean and sober. therapy sessions and the “We hope it’s going to development of indepenstop the revolving door dent living and interperof treatment,” said Telsonal skills. People can lier. refer themselves or be referred by other agenAffordability is a key cies. component designed for France Tellier, director low-income individuof programs for the John als. TELLIER Howard Society, said it “Both agencies have teaches people how to identify the belief that there needs to be thinking errors and helps them addiction treatment in Nanaimo understand what took them down that is affordable,” said Tellier. the road of addiction so they can “There is private treatment, but
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Under the new co-operative model, the John Howard Society will handle staffing and the program. Details are still being discussed, but Surfside hopes existing staff will transition to work in the therapeutic program. Surfside will continue to own the facility and remain a non-profit charity in charge of improving the facility. Both organizations are seeking donations to upgrade the house. To donate, please call Banks at 250714-4359 or Tellier at 250-754-1266. For more information on the Vancouver Island Therapeutic Community program, please go to www.surfsiderecovery.com. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com
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No smooth sailing in bathtub racing ◆ From /1 There’s no such thing as smooth sailing in a tub, even when the weather is clement. The tiny boats have to go far enough out to sea that there’s no hiding from the waves. “All the tubbers say the same thing,” McGuire said. “If the wind doesn’t get you slapping you in the face going up, it’s smacking you in the head coming back.” Spectators don’t get to see all those offshore adventures, but the event is still surprisingly fan-friendly for a boat race. At the start line in Nanaimo harbour, there will be a lot of tubs and only a little bit of space. “When you’ve got 40 or 50 tubs out there and they’re all heading out of the harbour, it’s really exciting to see,” said McGuire. “You’re always looking for the Silver Plunger winner, which is the first tub to go down, and there always seems to be one or two of those right away.” Most of the fanfare is at the end of the race, an hour or two later depending on conditions. Spectators line the beach to cheer the tubbers as they motor in to shore, find their land legs and stumble up to the finish-line bell. “I get goosebumps right now just thinking about it,” Garcia said. “It’s a feeling of accomplishment, it’s a feeling like no other.” sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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Marine Festival fun spreading BY MELISSA FRYER THE NEWS BULLETIN
The fun at Marine Fest is spreading. The street fair in downtown Nanaimo returns with pancakes, bouncy castles and racing waiters. Commercial Street will be filled with a carnival atmosphere Friday and Saturday (July 22-23), as merchants bring their wares to the sidewalk and entertainment ro a m s t h e cl o s e d street. The street fair opens at 9 a.m. with a pancake breakfast from the Cedar Lions and a magic show. It’s the start of a day filled with music and children’s entertainment. “We’re hoping people will explore the downtown area while they’re here,” said Mark Corbett, Downtown Nanaimo BIA spokesman.
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The mainstage near Te r m i n a l Ave n u e on Commercial features perfor mances by Nanaimo Concert Band, Naked Grapes, Alli Sunshine and the Blue Sparrows and more. A Kids Zone features bouncy castles and a fun swing, a small carnival ride set up in Diana Krall Plaza. Long-time residents may remember the Egg Toss and Waiter’s Race contest, which return this year. The street fair was discontinued several years ago, but urging and hard work from downtown merchants, including Bonnie Butler of Island Smoke Shop, saw the event return. The street fair is intended to complement the activities at Maffeo Sutton Park, said Corbett. The park is ground zero for the Marine Festival and features music at Lions Pavilion, food vendors and the traditional Bavarian Garden (for
Expect road closures Street closures are part of every Marine Festival to help maximize the fun space. For the Bathtub Days Street Fair, Commercial Street, from Terminal Avenue to Bastion Street, as well as connecting lanes Skinner Street, Museum Way and Wharf Street, will be closed Friday and Saturday (July 22-23) from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Vehicles must be moved prior to street closure in the morning. The Sail Past on Wheels Fun Parade on Saturday will see closure of the parade route – Fitzwilliam Street, Bastion Street, Front Street and Comox Road – plus feeder streets from 6 a.m. to noon. During the fireworks, Newcastle Avenue will be closed, as will Dawes, Bryden, Mount Benson and Rosehill streets between Newcastle and Steward avenues. Sections of Cliff, Skinner, Wallace and Front streets and Comox Road will also be closed from 7 p.m. to midnight. Unlike previous years, Departure Bay Road will not be closed but traffic control will be in effect. Nanaimo Transit will offer shuttle services to some events. For full road closure information, please visit www.nanaimo.ca.
a schedule of entertainers, please see our What’s On calendar). In addition to their safety duties on the water during Sunday’s Bathtub Race, the Canadian Forces will have four ships
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a 442 Squadron Cormorant helicopter from CFB Comox will perform a demonstration at noon and army reserve units will have displays and recruiting booths in the park. The 5th Field Regiment Artillery will mark the official start of Sunday’s race by firing its 105 mm howitzer. The Sail Past on Wheels Fun Parade winds down Fitzwilliam Street to Bastion Street and proceeds along Front Street, be ginning at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday. The parade features the 100th anniversary of St. John Ambulance as its theme. Saturday’s festivities wrap up with the Quality Foods Festival of Light, the annual fireworks display over Nanaimo harbour, beginning at about 10 p.m. Departure Bay beach, the finish line for the Great Race on Sunday, will also have displays, activities for kids and food vendors. For more information, please visit www. bathtubbing.com or pick up the Bathtub Special Edition published with Tuesday’s News Bulletin. arts@nanaimobulletin.com
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LEFT: The Vancouver Island Dyslexia Association team modified its paddlewheel propulsion plan mid-race, with two team members keeping the wheel moving by hand. BELOW: The Oxy Pub Shooters sport some stylish hairdos while enjoying the day’s races.
LEFT: The Superette Foods team paddles to victory during its heat. The team went on to win the overall title in the final.
PURE SILLINESS Wet and wild fun at Sunday’s 27th annual Silly Boat Regatta
ABOVE: The Casino Nanaimo Card Sharks won Super Silliest Boat title. TOP RIGHT: Team Duck Tape keeps their big yellow boat afloat. RIGHT: Three-and-a-half-year old Nathan Strom, a Coast Capital Savings volunteer, helps his team hand out flappy hands and sailor hats.
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Healthy diets require effort There are many ways government can spend our tax dollars badly – and many ways to spend them well. Would the B.C. government spend our money wisely if it launched a campaign about our health, to teach us something we should already know? Don’t answer too quickly, because the answer could be yes. The first winner of the Healthy Families BC contest, Sandy Gravelle of Nanaimo, correctly answered a question posed by the Ministry of Health. “How much sodium, represented in cups of salt, does the average British Columbian consume each year?” The correct answer is 11, the ministry revealed. To stay healthy, it added, we need less than five. We consume, on average, twice as much sodium as our bodies need, which can lead to high blood pressure, kidney disease and stroke. Most of us have at least a vague idea that ingesting too much salt is bad for us. Many also realize that too much sugar carries its own risks, including increasing the odds of obesity, heart disease, diabetes and high cholesterol. Chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease are the largest causes of death and disability in B.C., and are also a huge cost to the health-care system. Achieving and maintaining a healthy diet takes willpower, diligence and knowledge. Prepared food for sale often has dramatically high salt and sugar content, because it makes the food taste better – and keeps you coming back for more. Still, forewarned is forearmed and public health is at stake. Even if you don’t win one of the prizes, you might register at http://healthyfamiliesbc.ca/communities/register. The government is actually helping you this time. 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
Wild weather’s power hard to ignore ditions in B.C., but one night of My summer road trip to the torrential rain tore it up beyond B.C. Interior began as soon as the anything seen in my lifetime. Trans-Canada Highway reopened This pass is the only road link at Chilliwack. The crew had from southern B.C. to the vast worked through the night to clear a mudslide studded with rocks the Northeast. The rains would keep coming around Dawson Creek and size of Smart cars, along with a Fort St. John, disrupting farms, couple of actual cars. natural gas development, a coal We headed up the historic mine and a wind farm with floods canyon route from Hope to Yale and washouts. to Cache Creek, the The transportation Fraser River still surgB.C. ministry and its coning a month after it tractors had a winding VIEWS should have settled track open through the back. At Ashcroft, river Tom Fletcher Pine Pass construcrafters bravely bobbed Black Press tion zone within days, on the brown torrent. an amazing effort to The Williams Lake restore essential freight Stampede went ahead traffic into the region between rain showers, that has emerged as bull riders benefiting B.C.’s main economic from soft conditions engine. But reconstrucwhile barrel racers tion will likely take the struggled. rest of the summer. We drove to Prince We were back in Victoria by George and then Vanderhoof, the time the Fraser River finally the geographical centre of B.C., crested at the Mission gauge after where the Nechako River looked six weeks of high water, its latest ready to climb out of its banks. peak since 1920. As we arrived, news came that all During the trip, gasoline prices this thundering water had done reached a high of $1.31, nudged up its work, toppling a hydroelectric tower at Surrey, briefly closing the slightly by the latest increase in the carbon tax as well as political Trans-Canada Highway again. turmoil overseas. This is B.C.’s One family member was unable largely symbolic nod to the conto come down from Chetwynd for cern that extreme weather events a visit. He was cut off by a stagare accelerating due to huge congering 16 washouts of Highway sumption of fossil fuels and emis97 north of Prince George in the sions of greenhouse gases. Pine Pass, which winds through I’ve been careful not to make the Hart Range. This stretch of road has long been a contender for any sweeping statements about the evolving science of climate the most extreme mountain con-
change. But the sheer power of recent weather events, and the scars left by bark beetles and fires, are difficult to ignore. Australia has just taken bolder steps than those of B.C., imposing a carbon tax on the country’s 500 largest carbon emitters. The government proposes to collect the revenues for three years and invest them in renewable energy, transition for coal and steel industries and tax cuts for consumers who will have industrial carbon taxes passed on to them in the price of goods. Then the Australian carbon tax is supposed to convert to an emissions trading system designed to push industry into a cleaner future. B.C.’s carbon tax doesn’t exempt industry as its critics sometimes claim. The tax is imposed on all fuels used in industry, but hasn’t been extended to industrial process emissions. By far the largest greenhouse gas source in B.C. remains vehicles, at around 40 per cent of the total. *** Another highlight of the trip was the visible resurgence of the forest industry. May’s trade figures show B.C. lumber sales to China have surpassed the U.S. for the first time. ◆ Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca twitter.com/tomfletcherbc
‘B.C.’s carbon tax doesn’t exempt industry, as critics sometimes claim.’
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Teachers’ contract demands for time off beyond sanity To the Editor, Re: Teachers asking for too much, Letters, July 14. I was stunned by these demands. The answer should be no to 10 days leave for the death of any friend or relative. Five days for an immediate family member should be it. The answer should be no to 26 weeks off a year, fully paid to provide compassionate care for any person. This is insane. When would they work? A few weeks for an immediate family member might be reasonable. We all know people who have moved to another province because they like the wages there better. That is an option for all of us. So choose where you want to live and earn. A 21-per cent wage increase shouldn’t be on the table. Most of us are getting none or one or two per cent. The teachers also shouldn’t be getting a retirement bonus of five per cent for every year they have worked. One of my kids graduated this year and one will next year and I will certainly be doing a happy dance about not having to deal with the school system again. Both kids have had some great teachers. And both have had some horrid teachers who have had their jobs protected by their union. Like any public service job, when you are no longer happy at your job and no longer good at it, you should be removed from it. And when there are complaints, it is time to evaluate if they should still be teaching. These demands have nothing to do with the kids, class sizes, EAs, or anything regarding the kids. This is about the teachers getting too big for their britches, getting unreasonable and elevating their worth. I, too, am self-employed, so anything other than my regular pay has to come from me. When I have surgery this summer, my pay stops. When I am sick, on holidays (oh I forgot, I don’t get holidays), if one of my kids needs me, I don’t get paid if I don’t work. Usually every time these contract talks come around, the teachers had my support but this year they do not. When the time comes, legislate them back to work like everyone else and make them settle for whatever would be fair for everyone else. Debbie Gunderson Nanaimo
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HST argument nears conclusion To the Editor, The HST argument is mercifully winding to a close. The most common points I’ve heard from the few supporters of HST has gone something like this, “we all need to pay taxes; the government needs the money or they wouldn’t be imposing this.” Well, no. It’s a tired, false argument brought forth only by those few that still have wilfully naive blind trust in the Liberal government which
has been spewing a pack of outright lies throughout. “We weren’t even thinking of HST before the election.” “We’ll give you a fair referendum process (but we’ll spend $5 million in ads and any third party [our friends] can spend as much as it wants).” “It’s revenue neutral” ad infinitum. Even the business alliance won’t argue the black and white fact that HST is simply a tax shift from their corporations onto families
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and small business. They just hold that it’s good for us to subsidize them and their shareholders. Yes, the government needs money but why is it we that
have to cough up? Why not the big corporations with their healthy bottom lines and exorbitant executive salaries, benefits and pensions? HST has already cost middle and low-income singles and families hundreds in extra taxes this past year while giving up provincial control of tax policy to the feds. Great deal, eh? I’ve already voted Yes to extinguish this travesty. Jordan Ellis Nanaimo
Readers respond: Feedback on news items Destruction of trees a disappointing move To the Editor, My family and I are shocked, disappointed and heart-broken over all the trees coming down in Nanaimo. One of the areas is both sides of Dufferin Crescent and Bowen Road, across from Madrona Imaging. Man is taking the habitat away from animals who’ve lived there for probably thousands of years. They’re now coming down into the city, confused, lost and some even angry. People also need the trees and forests for a healthy, peaceful state of mind. They help with pollution. If people need housing, we should build up, not out. And we should build housing for poor young families. I’m wondering where the environmentalists are. Are they not working with the City of Nanaimo to keep a proper balance? Lori Willcox Nanaimo
‘Progress’ definition needs to be updated To the Editor, I have been thinking a lot about two stories in the July 5 edition (Major project eyed in Cedar and City shares ideas on tackling sustainability). The first article is about expanding the city’s population eastward into Cedar. This notion has been called ‘progress’ since the end
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of the Second World War. The second article is about the efforts necessary if we wish to take care of ourselves and our planetary home. With 70 per cent of our greenhouse gas emissions (non-renewable fossil fuels) coming from transportation alone, the study commissioned by the city has established the fact we need to redesign the city so as to reduce the need for motor vehicles and to improve our public transportation system. The problem is that if we continue to ‘progress’ in the same old way by spreading out the city even further, then we will only become less sustainable.
Thus ‘progress’ also means more pollution and less community, plus higher taxation required to support the ever-increasing roads, sewers, water lines, police, fire and ambulance services, to name a few. Isn’t it time we defined progress to mean something like “the means by which we pay our bills and remain on planet earth for the foreseeable future”? Ian Gartshore Nanaimo
Consumption levels need to be restrained To the Editor, Re: Industrialization’s positive influence witnessed every day, Letters, July 12. The Earth is a finite, materially bound, closed physical system that provides resources to an open economic subsystem requiring continuous growth and by the very nature of that interrelationship, economic growth must reach the 100-per cent threshold of ecological resource capacity. This makes the concept of “sustainable growth” a fallacy because “growth”, by definition, is continuous but confined by the constraints of Earth’s closed systems. Ecosystems evolve but they do not grow and economies may develop but they cannot grow indefinitely. This fact has led to the recognition that we must manage to “sustainable development”, which really means development
without growth because to develop sustainably economies must develop within the regenerative capacity of the ecosystems. My concern with our current industrialized economic model is that the short-term benefits it provides blinds us to the fact that it is a perfect example of scientific impossibility because its growth plan is currently predicated on extracting non-renewable resources at a rate greater than the creation rate of renewable substitutes and faster than the regenerative capacities of ecosystems. I do not want to return to the time of the Luddites, but I do not want history to remember our generation as one void of the light of wisdom, fearful of the reality of examining the evidence of our own deluded stories and incapable of understanding something as simple as the quantitative limits of earth. We are coming to a population milestone of seven billion people and we must reconsider this impossible economic growth model. If we do not restrain our consumptive appetite, use energy more efficiently, aggressively pursue renewable energies, treat every resource as precious and demand our governments start to implement real environmental sustainability, then our days of perceived entitlement are ending and the only question becomes when? Ron Heusen Nanaimo
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Natural gas not a solution for climate change I FUEL CLEANER than oil, but still produces greenhouse gases, as does extraction process.
Can a fossil fuel help us avoid the harmful effects of other fossil fuels? It’s a question that’s come up lately as natural gas is eyed as a cleaner alternative to oil and coal. Burning coal and oil causes pollution and emits greenhouse gases that drive climate change. Exploring and drilling for oil and mining coal also come with numerous environ-
mental impacts – especially as easily accessible oil runs out and we have to rely on deep-water drilling and oil sands. Natural gas burns cleaner than oil and coal, and it emits less carbon dioxide for the amount of energy it produces. This has led industry and governments to argue for an increase in natural gas production. Canada is the
world’s third largest producer of natural gas, behind Russia and the United States. Although overall production has been declining here, new sources and methods for exploiting “unconventional� natural gas reserves, such as shale gas, have led industry and government officials to argue that gas could play a role as a “bridging� fuel to kick-start nearterm reductions in the greenhouse gas emissions responsible for climate change. It’s not that simple, though, especially when we consider the
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been in the news a impacts of unconvenlot. Fracking has been tional natural gas, used to extract gas along with extracsince the late 1940s, tion methods such as although producers hydraulic fracturing, only began combinor “fracking�. ing it with horizontal A report by the drilling to exploit David Suzuki unconventional gas Foundation and resources Pembina in the past Institute, decade. “Is natuSCIENCE With this ral gas a MATTERS process, climate David Suzuki water, change with Faisal Moola sand, and solution for chemicals Canada?�, are pumped examines at high the key pressure issues into rock around formations natural gas deep in and reaches the Earth surprising to fracture the rock, conclusions. allowing the gas to Extracting gas from escape and flow into shale deposits, for the wells. example, requires up Fracking requires to 100 times the numenormous amounts of ber of well pads to get water and uses chemithe same amount of cals that can be toxic. gas as conventional Companies are not sources. Imagine the required to disclose disruption in farm or cottage country of one the chemicals they use for fracking in Canada well pad (comprising and some parts of the multiple wells) roughU.S. The process can ly every 2.5 square also release methane, kilometres. Each well a greenhouse gas pad occupies an area more powerful than of about one hectare, carbon dioxide, into and also requires the air. access roads and pipeThe non-climate line infrastructure. environmental The method known impacts of gas extracas fracking has also
tion alone are enough to give us pause. But the natural gas study also concludes that it is not a good way to fight climate change. To begin, although it is cleaner than oil and coal, burning natural gas still produces greenhouse gas emissions, as does the industrial activity required to get it out of the ground. Greater investments in natural gas development may also slow investment in renewable energy. Would owners of gasfired power plants built in the next few years willingly cease to operate them – or accept the costs of capturing and storing carbon emissions – as the push for deeper greenhouse gas reductions increases? The real solutions to climate change lie with conservation and renewable energy, such as solar, wind, tidal and geothermal power. But because natural gas will be with us for the foreseeable future, we must do all we can to clean up practices associated with it as well. The report recommends requiring industry to disclose
the chemicals used in fracking and calls for better regulation and monitoring. Right now, natural gas is exempt from normal provincial environmental assessment processes. Clearly, that must change. It’s also time for our federal government to take climate change seriously and to develop realistic plans to reduce emissions. That includes implementing an economy-wide price on greenhouse gas emissions, either through cap-and-trade, carbon taxes, or both, covering as many sources as possible. Although pricing emissions might initially prompt extra gas use in some parts of the economy, models show that will be outweighed by other changes like energy efficiency. Climate change is a serious problem. Getting off fossil fuels is the best solution. ◆ Written with contributions from David Suzuki Foundation editorial and communications specialist Ian Hanington. www.davidsuzuki.org
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Provincial deficit cut by growth, HST BY TOM FLETCHER BLACK PRESS
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Camped out Firefighters check for remaining hot spots in a camper van that burned in the driveway of a home in the 2300 block of Ashlee Road Monday. Firefighters doused the flames before they could spread to a nearby fence and trees, but the vehicle was destroyed by the blaze. The cause of the fire is being investigated.
Innovation help offered to businesses Island businesses are getting help from the federal government to get innovative ideas from the lab to the marketplace. The second call for proposals under the Canadian Innovation Commercialization Program/Kickstart initiative creates opportunities for Vancouver Island-based entrepreneurs and business ventures. The $40-million program helps Canadian businesses by testing innovative products
and services within the government before taking them to the marketplace. Federal departments will test innovations that fall within four key areas: environment; health; safety and security; and technology. Successful bidders will see their products and services tested and get valuable feedback. For more information, please go to www. merx.ca.
The B.C. government finished the fiscal year this spring with a deficit of $309 million, nearly $1 billion better than what was forecast last fall. The savings came partly from extra tax revenues generated by four-per-cent economic growth during 2010-11, Finance Minister Kevin Falcon said Monday in releasing the province’s audited public accounts. Some was realized from lower than expected spending in programs such as health care, and some came from extra revenues collected through the harmonized sales tax. But Falcon couldn’t say exactly how much extra revenue the HST brought in during its first year of operation. B.C. sales tax revenues are growing by about $600 million a year, partly due to the fact that provincial sales tax has been extended to a variety of services as well as goods. But B.C.’s gross domestic product is growing faster than the national average and consumer confidence is strong, so revenues from the former PST would also have grown, Falcon said. And he noted it has been clear since the HST was introduced that it collects more revenue because of the broader tax base. “It is also a tax that generates greater economic activity, generates more job creation, and that in turn will drive
more revenues to the government,” Falcon said. NDP finance critic Bruce Ralston said the government is using “funny math” to produce a rosy picture of the B.C. economy. One reason the past year’s deficit is so much lower is that B.C. collected $769 million from Ottawa, the second half of its $1.6 billion “bribe money” for adopting the HST, he said. “People have a sense they are being played,” Ralston said. “They have an agenda, they want to ram the HST through and this is just one more instance of that.” Falcon warned that if the HST is rejected in the referendum that is currently underway, that will cost the province about $3 billion over the next three years. Half of that is to repay the federal government, and the rest is transition costs and extra HST revenue that won’t be collected. “We will have to manage that $3 billion hit, and the only way you can do that is either have larger deficits, which means borrowing more money and passing the bill onto future generations, or you can increase revenues, or you can reduce spending,” Falcon said. Because the provincial budget remained in deficit, B.C. cabinet ministers will not receive a 10 per cent holdback to their salaries for the 2010-11 fiscal year. editor@nanaimobulletin.com
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Moist music LEFT: Deborah Brandstaetter, centre, dances with her daughter Siena, 2, right, and Alexa Meekison during the the Green Mountain Music Festival Saturday afternoon. ABOVE: David Chenery of The Black Valley Gospel, belts out a tune. Despite the rainy weather the bands played on. The festival is a fundraiser for Cystic Fibrosis Canada.
The new medical health officer for central Vancouver Island is looking forward to an exciting opportunity and hopes he can fill the shoes of past officers. Dr. Paul Hasselback takes over the position Sept. 12, replacing Dr. Lorna Medd and before her Dr. Fred Rockwell – both now retired. Hasselback has more than 20 years experience as a medical health officer in Alberta, Saskatchewan and most recently with B.C.’s Interior Health Authority. He was involved at the provincial and national levels in both communicable and noncommunicable challenges for public health and is the chairman of the Health Officers Council of B.C.
With an area of responsibility from the Malahat to Qualicum and west to Tofino/Ucluelet, Hasselback plans to meet with people in the Vancouver Island Health Authority, other health components and community groups to determine the major issues that need to be addressed. “The area is set and made up of a diversity of different communities and each of those communities has their own issues,� he said. “Some communities are in a good position to actually move forward on areas of concern, while others may need to sit down and start talking about the health issues of the community as a first step. I’m looking forward to working with communities in whatever step or phase they are in at the moment.� news@nanaimobulletin.com
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Just desserts Brad Rypma, left, and Natalie Kwas compete in a pie-eating contest during intermission of the Nanaimo Timbermen senior A lacrosse game at Frank Crane Arena on Saturday night. The contest was presented by game-day sponsor Country Club Centre, and the degree of difficulty was upped with blindfolds and oven mitts.
Deadline looms for HST referendum Anyone who has not yet received an HST Referendum Voting Package has until midnight Friday (July 22) to request one from Elections B.C. by calling 1-800661-8683. “The phones will be open until midnight on Friday for those who wish to participate
in the HST referendum,” said acting Chief Electoral Officer Craig James, in a press release. Anyone not registered can register and get a ballot. You can vote in the referendum if you are: a Canadian citizen; 18 or older on July 22; a resident of B.C. for at
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Gover nment communications were traditionally built around a stream of propaganda, with the emphasis on pictures and text arranged to show the ruling politicians of the day in a flattering light. Mundane public services like permit application forms have been more difficult to find, requiring citizens to know which ministry is responsible for which service. And less flattering information was often available only to those who demand it under freedom of information legislation. Some of that changed for the B.C. government Tuesday, as it unveiled a reorganized set of official websites that chooses infor mation priorities based on what citizens are
most likely looking for. The home page of the B.C. government website at www.gov.bc.ca still features the smiling portrait of Premier Christy Clark. But it’s now as easy to find a cabinet minister’s travel expenses as it is to find a picture of his or her latest ribbon-cutting. Services and application forms are now prominent on the main government website, based on the number of public requests for them and surveys conducted in recent months. Features such as DriveBC and emergency flood updates are included in a “carousel” of most popular sites at the centre of the home page. B.C. Information and Privacy Commissioner Elizabeth Denham issued a report last year that called on the provincial government to begin routine disclosure of information. Denham said Tuesday the new policy requires ministries to routinely post responses to freedom of information requests,
and designate categories of information for routine release at no charge. She is encouraged by the first step and plans to monitor the effort to see that it is maintained. “This policy demonstrates intent by government to adopt a presumption favouring disclosure,” Denham said. NDP citizens’ services critic Doug Routley said the changes make it easier to find routine information, but they don’t do anything about search fees and obstacles used by government to keep politically sensitive information out of view. Critics have fought for years to get details such as sea lice data for salmon farms or the reasons for the B.C. Rail sale, he said. The project also includes a searchable public database of gover nment statistics on more than 2,000 subjects such as birth rates, public sector salaries and school test scores. editor@nanaimobulletin.com
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riting thriller novels for a living means inspiration usually comes from some dark places. Bestselling author Chevy Stevens found balance between the dark and the light while researching and writing her second novel Never Knowing, now available in bookstores. In the new book, Stevens tells the story of Sara, a small business owner and single mom. She decides to find her birth
mother to try and answer the questions behind her birth. But worse than discovering that she is the product of a violent rape and attempted murder by a serial killer is her biological father finding out about her. Stevens crafts a terrifying story told at breakneck speed (see review page 19). Part of Stevens’s research needed to write the book included extensive reading about serial killers. During the research, she came across the story of the Wells Grey Provincial Park murders in which a young man killed six people in the remote park in the 1980s. “It haunted me,” she said, adding that she also drew ideas from the television show Mantracker. “The idea of being hunted by someone really scared me,” Stevens said. The randomness of serial killers was
what was most disconcerting, that people could be going about their daily lives and suddenly become victims of violent crimes. “That was freaking me out,” Stevens said. “Everywhere I went, evil could be anywhere.” Eventually, she put the books aside and found ways to laugh with her happy, upbeat husband, by watching television and cute animal videos on YouTube. “I’m not afraid of the dark, but that doesn’t mean I want to stay in the dark,” she said. Stevens’s first novel, Still Missing, released in July 2009, made the New York Times bestseller list and was published in dozens of countries worldwide. Stevens sold the movie rights and her novel is currently being drafted into a screenplay by one of the writers from the Dex-
ter television series. Still Missing also won the International Thriller Writers award for Best First Novel earlier this month. Stevens is already at work on her third book, in which the psychiatrist from the first two books takes an active role in storytelling. Stevens said the book will be set on Vancouver Island, likely near Shawnigan Lake where she grew up, and might involve a cult. But it will move away from the sessions format of a patient speaking to a therapist. “It’s quite a confining structure,” Stevens said. Stevens will be at Woodgrove Chapters Saturday (July 23) at 2 p.m. for a Q&A and book signing. arts@nanaimobulletin.com
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The Perfect Trend plays the Cambie Saturday (July 23) with Body Politic.
The band is using social media – Facebook, Twitter and MySpace – to get the word out about their album and upcoming shows as well as traditional media. They were the band of the month for a radio station in Victoria and were invited to Canada Music Week, a festival of independent music. They hand out free downloads of music to entice more people to collect their songs. The music industry and especially independent music is much more about establishing their band as a business than simply being artists. “You need to put just as much effort into social marketing,” Glaim said.
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While the band is talking to record labels and management, Glaim said they are waiting for the right agreement to come along. “We’re hoping by the end of the year ... we’ll have management set up,” he said. “We’re not rushing into anything.” The Perfect Trend plays the Cambie Saturday (July 23) with Body Politic. Glaim and the band play an all-ages show at the Mount Benson Legion Aug. 21 with Ninja Spy. For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/theperfecttrend. arts@nanaimobulletin.com
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By Chevy Stevens Never Knowing follows much the same format as Still Missing, the first novel from Nanaimo author Chevy Stevens. Her heroine, Sara Gallagher, deals with rejection from her birth mother in therapy sessions, which is where she reveals that her birth father is a serial killer still on the loose – and hunting Sara and her family. Stevens has likely been criticized for using similar formats for the two books as she’s quick to point out that her main characters and their stories are completely different. Regardless of the similar format, Never Knowing is a thrilling read. Gallagher struggles with anxiety and through her talent for storytelling, Stevens forces the reader to feel the stress Gallagher experiences as she tries to help the police catch a serial killer. You find yourself cheering for Sara, while scared for her at the same time, and hoping that she will find the strength, courage and focus to reach a happy ending to her story. Stevens is establishing herself as a writer who can be counted on to deliver an exciting story, told through compelling characters. Publisher: St. Martin’s Available at: all bookstores and online List price: $24.95
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A premier Celtic harp player performs an intimate house concert in Nanaimo. Patrick Ball is not only a master Celtic harp player, but also a spoken word artist. He will combine the two mediums during the concert July 31, 2-4 p.m. Playing the ancient, bass-string harp of Ireland with its bell-like voice, Ball weaves tales of wit and enchantment. Ball was a featured performer at the World Harp Congress in Vancouver, and performed at the Mission Folk Festival. For tickets and venue information, please call 250-716-3242. Tickets $20 and refreshments are provided. For more information and a sample of Ball’s work, please visit www.patrickball. com.
BY MELISSA FRYER A Nanaimo-based band learned a lot about music and performance and they’re using that knowledge to take their show to the next level. The Perfect Trend scored a coup when they were added to the Warped Tour’s last stop in Vancouver in 2009. Using social media and fan-based street teams, they got the word out about the show and saw 500 people in the crowd – for a show at 11:30 a.m. “It really increased our Vancouver draw,” said lead singer Liam Glaim. In today’s music industry, establishing a fan base is more important than ever. To do that, The Perfect Trend hit the road, touring when other bands consider taking a break. They want as many people as possible to hear their new album – their first full-length work to date – called In Severance. “Our new album is the next step up,” Glaim said. “We know where we’re going and we’re making that sound better.” The group added a new rhythm section as well as keyboard player Evan Nixon, who also uses his MacBook on stage to sample sounds during the live show. “He fills out the sound,” Glaim said. “It gives another dynamic we can put into our music.”
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A unique musical group from Germany, Drei Stimmen (Three Voices) are coming to Nanaimo for the first time to perform their eclectic style of music and raise money for charity. The group hopes to raise more than $2,000 from two Nanaimo concerts, with all funds going to a school construction project for the German organization Rebuilding Elementary Schools in Haiti. The German trio raised more than $700,000 for various charities with more than 50 sold-out concerts. “I wanted to have Drei Stimmen perform in Nanaimo because they have such a powerful style of music,” said Reinhard Schneider, president of Rebuilding Schools in Haiti. “The trio is dedicated to raising money for this charity to rebuild schools in Haiti and they have volunteered part of their Canadian summer vacation to perform in Nanaimo.”
Rebuilding Elementary Schools in Haiti has already raised funds to rebuild a school for 600 students and are in the process of rebuilding another. The project is managed voluntarily by German organizations and the money raised from the Drei Stimmen’s Nanaimo concerts goes 100 per cent to the project. Drei Stimmen blends the sounds of Ingi Fett, Tom Pfeiffer and Heinz-Joeg Ebert whose passionate, outstanding performances have been delighting audiences for 10 years. The trio is vacationing in Canada and wanted to share their enchanted music with a Canadian audience. Drei Stimmen’s music is complemented by classical guitar, jazz and big band sounds all guided by the theme of love. The group performs Saturday and Sunday (July 23-24) at St. Andrew’s United Church. Tickets $15 at the door. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the two-hour concert beginning at 7 p.m. For more information, please visit www.die-drei-stimmen.de.
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PREMIER PIRATES host best-of-three playoff series. BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN
With the pennant comes privileges. The Nanaimo Pirates have positioned themselves better than any other B.C. Premier Baseball League team as playoffs get underway. While other teams were concluding their regular-season schedules this week, the Hub City Paving Pirates (34-14), who clinched first place on Sunday, got to shift all their focus to the post-season. The Pirates get home field for their best-of-three series against the Okanagan Athletics or White Rock Tritons, and a few days off to set up their pitching rotation just how they want it. “It’s a great spot. You can’t ask for anything better than first,” said Joey Sabo, third baseman. “You can say, ‘well, if we came second we would have had a better matchup,’ but you want to come first, play that eighth-placed team knowing that you’re the firstplaced team.” Besides boosting their playoff chances, the pennant is also a feather in the ball cap of the 2011 Pirates. Winning the regular-season title for the first time since 2001 was a big deal for the players.
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“We were all pretty excited,” said Liam Goodall, Pirates outfielder. “We knew we could at the beginning of the year, it was just a matter of doing it.” The Pirates admit they were scoreboard watching Sunday evening on the mainland as they won their last regularseason game against the North Shore Twins. “The guys were pretty even keel after the win, but then as soon as they heard the news that [second-place] Coquitlam lost, it was party central on the bus going back to the ferry,” said Doug Rogers, the team’s manager. He said the Pirates are full-
value pennant winners, even though the Langley Blaze were knocked out of the race after forfeiting 12 wins due to use of ineligible players. “A whole bunch of teams gained from it, gained two or three games in their wins and two or three got taken off their losses as well. With us, we didn’t get anything. We beat Langley during those dates,” Rogers said. “So our record was legitimate.” The Pirates played like a first-placed team most of the season, and the good news is, they think they can play even better in the playoffs. ◆ See ‘PIRATES’ /B6
Quickfacts ◆ NANAIMO PIRATES play the Okanagan Athletics or White Rock Tritons in a best-ofthree series to start the premier-league playoffs. ◆ FIRST TWO games of the series will be played Sunday (July 24) at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. at Serauxmen Stadium. Game 3, if necessary, will be Monday at noon, also at Serauxmen. ◆ ADMISSION COSTS $5 for a doubleheader or $3 for a single game.
The Nanaimo Clippers orientation camp served its purpose. New coach and general manager Mike Vandekamp organized this past weekend’s two-day camp to try to get a better feel for the roster he inherited. He’s got a sense now and fans can expect some changes. “I don’t think it’s fair to base a full opinion on a player on what you saw in a camp in July,” Vandekamp said. “But you can generalize it a little bit anyways and you can make a little bit of an assessment. I certainly would feel more comfortable tweaking and making moves today than I did last week, that’s for sure.” The GM saw some assets and some deficiencies. “I think we’ve got a wonderful attitude amongst our group, I think we’ve got a good work ethic in our group…” he said. “Generally we are not big enough. We’re certainly not a rugged team by any stretch of the imagination. Having the camp just confirmed that.” What was missing, Vandekamp said, was the “rip-your-head-off attitude” that he covets. “Everybody came as advertised, I guess. There was no big surprises among the returning players,” he said. “There’s a couple of bigger, stronger young kids there that I think are going to be able to add to our overall physical stature of our team and the gritty side of our team.” Team captain Colton Cyr said he noticed some recruits who look ready to push the veterans. “Hopefully these guys can continue to work hard over the summer and when we do get started, that they do help the older guys as well as us helping them out,” Cyr said. ◆ See ‘CULTURE’ /B4
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The name may have changed, but the rivalry remains the same. The V.I. Raiders are getting ready to play a pre-season g ame against the Westshore Rebels this Saturday (July 23) on the road. Formerly the Victoria Rebels, the Westshore team changed its name this past off-season. What won’t change is the fierce rivalry between Vancouver Island’s two Canadian Junior Football League teams, even in pre-season. Nanaimo is 18-0 alltime against Victoria including pre-season games, so that clean sheet is at stake every time the teams play. At this time of year, though, the Raiders will be mostly concerned with themselves. “We’re going to really monitor the plays and
make sure that we get an opportunity to get all the right guys in,” said Matthew “Snoop” Blokker, Raiders coach. “It’s all about making sure they’re the right reps at the right time. Then [we’ll] evaluate and see when the jerseys are on and the whistle blows, which players are willing to absolutely lay it on the line?” The players crave game action. Raiders receiver Mike Schaper said players can only hit their teammates so hard at practice, but at game time, they can let their intensity and adrenalin take over. “The whole off-season’s been so long, I can’t wait to get the actual colours on and go out and bang around and have some fun,” Schaper said. GAME ON … The Raiders and Rebels kick off Saturday at 2 p.m. at Bear Mountain Stadium. The V.I. squad opens the regular season July 30 on the road against the Langley Rams. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
The Nanaimo DBL Timbermen got their playoff run off to an encouraging start. The city’s West Coast Senior Lacrosse Association team defeated the Royal City Capitals 10-8 in New Westminster on Monday night to take a one-game-to-none lead in the best-of-three series. The senior B Timbermen battled through a close game and put themselves in position to win despite the Capitals’ success on special teams. With just over two minutes to go in Monday’s game, the T-men killed off a power play and Shane Chalker scored a transition goal that ended up being the game-winner. “When the game got tight near the end with the seconds starting to tick down, I thought our guys stayed within the system, kept their composure and kept working the whole time,” said Roger Dubyna, coach of the DBL men. The teams came close to fighting in the pre-game warmup, but held off the rough stuff until the game started and the T-men were handed a series of penalties. Dubyna liked the glimpses of even-strength play that he saw, and suggested that chemistry is building. Shawn Swanson got the game ball, scoring a hat trick, and Aaron Vanderhorst tallied three goals and three assists. Kyle Noble had two goals and Luke MacNeil had a goal and two helpers. GAME ON … Game 2 of the series was played Wednesday night at Frank Crane Arena after press time. Please look for an update at www.nanaimobulletin.com. Game 3, if necessary, is scheduled for Saturday (July 23) at 7 p.m. at Frank Crane.
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Nanaimo Diamonds midget B fastball player Aimee Davidson fields a grounder and throws home at practice Tuesday at Beban Park’s Gyro Youth Sports Fields. Two Diamonds teams will try for a provincial title this weekend at Beban.
On one occasion earlier this season, two Nanaimo Diamonds teams met in a tournament final to play for gold and silver. They’d love for that to happen again this weekend at Softball B.C.’s midget B girls’ championships at Beban Park. But even if that doesn’t come to pass, Sunday’s goldmedal game is bound to be exciting. Only the best fastpitch softball teams have made it to this stage of the season, so any of the 16 teams involved could contend. “It’s the best teams from every district, so it’s going to be good ball,” said Alicia Stone, one of the captains of the Diamonds team coached by Julie Roberge. Both of the Nanaimo and District Minor Fastball Association entries have put in the work to build to this tournament. “We’re prepared,” said Jordyn Fargo, a veteran on the Diamonds team coached by
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Darren Fargo. “We have all the skills we need, it’s just whether or not we’re mentally prepared for the weekend.” If her team can pick up some wins and build momentum, she said, anything is possible. “When a few of us are doing well it kind of brings up the attitude of everyone else, so then everyone else starts playing well,” she said. “It’s kind of like a chain reaction.” The Roberge Diamonds also rely on team play for their success. “I trust everyone on my team,” said Brittany Myhal, one of the captains. “I’m con-
fident with all my players; especially being a pitcher, I’m confident with my defence.” Her team is used to winning, having claimed gold at three tournaments during the season and silver at another. Being one of the tournament favourites has its pros and cons, said Taylor Doherty, another captain. “It definitely raises the bar. We have to keep pushing ourselves,” she said. “[Teams] come in and they’re trying to beat us, so they’ll be playing their very best. But it’s also good because we’re intimidating.” And that can make opponents nervous, said Stone. “They’ll want to come out strong and they might mess up, and then if they start messing up they’re going to get down on themselves,” she said. So both the Diamonds and the Diamonds are ready, they’re in contention, and they would love for Nanaimo sports fans to cheer them on as they try to add one final jewel to a successful season. “All the games this weekend are going to be good,” Doherty said. “We’re going to be playing our best in every single game and dig and try to win.” sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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‘Culture’ of team changing ◆ From /B1 Working hard between now and training camp is a must, Vandekamp said. He expects the players to be “a whole heck of a lot better than they were this past weekend,” and he told them so. “Returning players always feel like, well, I played here before so I’m just going to be here again. I don’t think that’s a very safe assumption at this point,” said the GM. With the new recruits, plus new B.C. Hockey League rules limiting roster size and mandating 16- and 17-year-old players, there simply isn’t room for every returning veteran. “It doesn’t take a mathematician to see that somebody that played here before is not going to be on
the hockey club,” Vandekamp said. “Main camp will have to determine that to some degree, or whatever we do between now and main camp.” He noted that there are certainly some smaller players on the roster who bring a lot to the team, but he said he wants to add size and strength. “We’re going to probably change the culture of our team a little bit. In reality it wasn’t the most successful hockey club in Canada last year so I think it’s safe to say that making some changes in the personnel wouldn’t be a bad thing. Albert Einstein was the one that said, you can’t expect to do the same thing over again and expect a different result.” sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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The Nanaimo Clippers aren’t completely happy with the 2011-12 schedule, but it’s more or less what they expected. The B.C. Hockey League released its schedule earlier this week. The Clippers will have far less arduous travel than in recent years, as the new half-interlock format means more games against Lower Mainland teams and fewer against Interior Conference opponents. Most nights, the Clippers will be battling it out with Coastal Conference teams, so all those games will have implications in season series and in the playoff race. “We have more balance in the schedule now as a conference than we’ve maybe ever had, which was a good thing and a necessary thing
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Up-and-coming track and field prospect Madison Heisterman finished in record time at a meet earlier this month in Victoria. The 11-year-old finished fourth in the 800-metre elite women’s race at the Victoria Track Series race July 9, crossing the line in two minutes, 24.10 seconds. It could be a new provincial record for Heisterman’s age division, but the matter is under review as the youngster is under the allowable age to compete in a sanctioned B.C. Athletics 800m race. Notably, Nanaimo’s Miryam Bassett won the race in 2:18.50, while Nanaimo’s Josh Bailey won the open men’s 800m final.
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Pirates handle pressure ◆ From /B1 “It’s been a great season. I’ve been frustrated at times because I know their potential and I know what they can accomplish,” said Doug Rogers. “Well, they accomplished something pretty special and I’m still not satisfied.” The Pirates said they would work hard at practice this week to hone their game, but they might not be far off from peak form. Starting the season 18-2, Sabo said, set high standards. “We have been playing well,” he said. “We’ve been playing better than we think we’ve been playing,
we’ve just been putting a lot of pressure on ourselves.” That pressure will only intensify now that the post-season is starting, but that can be a good thing at this time of year. “In playoffs everyone’s up, everyone’s raring to go,” said Cody Andreychuk, Pirates first baseman. “It’s a whole new focus, a whole new atmosphere.” BASE LINES … To read Part 2 of the News Bulletin’s Nanaimo Pirates playoff preview, please visit www.nanaimobulletin.com tomorrow (July 22). sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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Nanaimo North Town Centre is hosting a Cops for Cancer/Tour de Rock Kids Fun Day Friday (July 22) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Activities include family entertainment; art make-and-take activity for a $2 donation; treats by donation; a colouring station; face painting; and a chance to win $200 in prizes. Nanaimo North Town Centre will all donations.
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Kidney walk promotes organ donation Walkers, runners and dragonboat enthusiasts in Nanaimo are gearing up for the fourth annual Kidney Walk Aug. 7 at Maffeo Sutton Park. Participants can choose a 2.5 kilometre walk, five km fun run or 2.5 km dragonboat paddle to promote organ donation and raise funds for research and patient services.
“Eighty five per cent of people surveyed in B.C. said they were in favour of organ donation, but only 17 per cent have registered,” said Barb Valentine, Kidney Walk B.C. coordinator. “Our goal is to close that gap.” Please visit www.kidney.ca/ bcwalk for more information.
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Friday ◆ NANAIMO DOWNTOWN Farmers’ Market hosts its regular market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pioneer Waterfront Plaza. Fresh produce, local food and baked goods and crafts.
Saturday ◆ BASTION CITY Wanderers Volkssport Club hosts a 10-kilometre Nanaimo walk. Registration at 9:30 a.m. at Elaine Hamilton Park (1631 Naylor Cr.) in Cinnabar Valley and the walk starts at 10 a.m. For more information call 250-7569796.
workshop from 6:30-9 p.m. at 1070 Townsite Rd. To register call 250-754-3331, ext. 716. ◆ SUPPORTING EMPLOYMENT Transitions hosts a free Resumé Foundations workshop from 1-4 p.m. at 101-155 Skinner St. To register, contact 250-714-0085.
Wednesday ◆ GREEN DRINKS, a group interested in sustainability and the environment, meets from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Acme Food Co. Google Green Drinks Nanaimo for more details. Open to the public.
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Lucy at 250-756-9149 for information. ◆ THURSDAY NIGHT cribbage at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 256 on East Wellington. Starts at 7 p.m. Everyone welcome. ◆ TROUBLE HEARING? Canadian Hard of Hearing - Nanaimo meets third Monday of each month at Christ Community Church, corner of Bowen and Northfield roads, at 1:30 p.m. For details phone 250-591-6206. ◆ NANAIMO STROKE Recovery Group meets every Friday at Bowen Park Social Centre at 10:45 a.m. Bring a bag lunch. Contact 250-753-5328. ◆ WEAVING OUR VOICES Haven Society support group – for women who have experienced abuse – meets Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. Please call Cindy at 250-756-2452, ext. 228 for information or to book child care.
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◆ CLOGGING CLASSES take place at Cedar Community Secondary School every Monday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For details contact 250-722-2953. ◆ ASTRONOMY SOCIETY meets fourth Thursday monthly at 7 p.m. at Beban Park Social Centre Public welcome. Visit www.nanaimoastronomy.com. Educational services available for schools and businesses. ◆ HEART OF the Island Chorus meets Wednesdays from 7-9:30 p.m. at the Lantzville Legion. 250-758-5496 for details. ◆ TEXAS HOLD’EM Poker River Riders host ongoing games Sunday through Thursday at the Wellington Pub. Visit www.riverriderspoker.com or call 250-616-7593 for details. Participants are encouraged to bring a donation for the food bank.
◆ GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS meetings are held from 7-8 p.m. every Tuesday at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, Rm. G-092. ◆ SEX AND/OR Love Addicts Anonymous. There is help with a closed 12-step program, confidentiality assured. Call 1-888357-8104 for details. ◆ WHIMSICAL SCRIBES, a writer’s group reborn, meets every second and fourth Friday of the month. Everyone is welcome to listen or share work. 250-5853348. ◆ NANAIMO HARBOUR City Senior’s Crafty Workers meet every
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CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-8477 Carmen DENTON
Andrea MACIVER
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is Wanted for Possession of Stolen Property Sec 355 CC, Fraud Sec 380 CC
•Weight: 150 lbs. •Height: 5’11” •DOB: Oct. 10th, 1959
•Weight: 140 lbs. •Height: 5’0” •DOB: Oct. 1st, 1977
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Carlos OLIVERA
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is Wanted for Possession of Stolen Property Sec 355 CC
•Weight: 130 lbs. •Height: 5’6” •DOB: Aug. 1st, 1970
•Weight: 130 lbs. •Height: 5’10” •DOB: May 22nd, 1970
Jonathan DUFORT
Thomas TITIAN
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is Wanted for Assault Sec 266 CC
•Weight: 220 lbs. •Height: 5’11” •DOB: Feb. 16th, 1977
•Weight: 125 lbs. •Height: 5’6” •DOB: Nov. 30th, 1985
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Nathan RAYMOND
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is Wanted for Theft Under $5000 CC
•Weight: 155 lbs. •Height: 5’8” •DOB: July 12th, 1978
•Weight: 200 lbs. •Height: 6’1” •DOB: June 4th, 1982
CRIME STOPPERS is asking the public’s assistance in locating these wanted individuals.
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HELP SOLVE THIS CRIME Home on Cedar Road broken into On July 12 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., a home in the 1800 block of Cedar Road was broken into. Thieves entered through an unlocked dining room window and exited through the rear door. Taken was some cash, a credit card (which was later cancelled) and a black Toshiba laptop computer. Break and enters increase during the summer months. The following safety tips can help ensure you do not become a statistic: ◆ When working in the backyard, keep your front door locked. To get the air flow into your home, open the screen door but keep it locked; ◆ Examine all of your windows for ease of access from the outside. If you cannot lock your windows, install a bar or piece of wood to prevent entry from the outside ◆ Do not leave ladders or items lying next to your home that could be used to climb up on. ◆ Your neighbours, like yourself, will be going on vacation. Keep an eye on their property and report anything that appears suspicious. ◆ If you are not part of a Block Watch, let your neighbours know when you are going to be away, when you’re returning, what vehicles, if any, will be parked in your driveway and if you are having a house sitter.
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A TRUCK LOAD of multi-coloured paints and flowers for Mike Bateman of Mike Bateman Painting who, upon seeing the job one of his former employees had done on my deck last year, decided that he would not patch it up, but instead re-paint the whole structure plus the three-sided trelliswork skirting. After 12 months there was apparently no guarantee in force and he did not have to do this, but could not stand the thought of his business reputation suffering through an ex-worker’s negligence. Mike is studying for a master’s degree in business at VIU and in my opinion, will do very well if he continues in this way. A HUGE BOUQUET of water lilies to my wonderful neighbour Doris, who knew I would be walking to work in a thunderstorm. She phoned my office to find out what time we opened, then drove out in the downpour to look for me and give me a ride to work. It was much appreciated. SOME BRIGHT SUN AND BLUE SKIES to the fellow cyclist on the E&N trail who suggested I raise the seat of my bike up. It made all the difference. Thanks. A HEALTHY BOUQUET to London Drugs at Nanaimo North Town Centre for holding the infant’s medicine for me. I called all over town and everyone was sold out. You also gave me the competitor’s price and allowed me the use of coupons. My daughter really appreciated it. A BEAUTIFUL BOUQUET of thanks to the two unknown women who came to my rescue when I fell off the curb into the parking lot at
the Pharmasave on Bowen Road. Thanks also to the pharmacist and staff from Pharmasave who helped me inside, cleaned my wounds and ensured I was OK to drive myself. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for such wonderful kindness. Nothing is broken and I am healing nicely. Thank you.
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A BEEF to the neighbour who goes fishing, brings home the debris and brushes it into the backyards of other people. Clean it where you fish – it attracts rats and mice along with flies. A GENTLE REMINDER BEEF to the city. It’s time to repaint the wheels and walkers symbols along the Harbourfront Walkway from Maffeo Sutton Park to the Nanaimo Yacht Club. We were riding our bikes on the wheels portion and had to dodge walkers (and their dirty looks) the entire way.
A BIG BOUQUET to Const. Blanchette who – even after an obviously bad day – managed to add some humour to the rules of highways and obstruction of justice talk he gave. We literally laughed out loud all the way home. Thanks again. There should be more like you. A BEAUTIFUL HANGING BASKET of flowers to Wendell of Sutton Group Realty for helping us sell our home and buy a condo. You are to be highly recommended for your knowledge and expertise. You made the transition easier for us. THANK YOU to the kind gentleman who used his fishing rod to retrieve my daughter’s car keys that she had locked in the car on Fathers’ Day at Westwood Lake. A HUGE BOUQUET to all the nurses, staff workers and doctors at Clearview. You saved my life again and brought me back to being myself. BIG BOUQUETS to all who came to my aid at Westwood Lake when I fell and broke my pelvis in two
Submit your Beef or Bouquet Beefs & Bouquets is a free forum to give thanks or express views on issues and events. The News Bulletin reserves the right to edit or refuse submissions. Length is limited to 40 words and two submissions per person per week. Two winners will be selected at random to receive a gift certificate from ABC Country Restaurant and 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.
A BEEF to the young couple who did not realize the seriousness of stealing a balloon off a roadside display. I am trying to save $10,000 in real estate fees by selling my mobile home myself in a buyers’ market. To date, five balloons have been stolen.
bouquets places. The help I received from the gentlemen docking his boat, the bystander RN, the two lifeguards and the two paramedics was greatly appreciated. A BOUQUET to dog owners who follow the rules regarding picking up after their pets. So much is made about those who disregard their animal’s mess or put it in the bag only to toss it anywhere but a garbage can. Thanks to those who know the difference.
TO THE BEEFER about dogs barking all night. My dog has never done this before and if indeed she has, (despite opposing stories from other neighbours) then I apologize. This still does not give you the right to impersonate a peace officer (illegal), call other neighbours asking them to lodge a complaint and yell at my mother-in-law who was looking after our dog. Think before you act. A BIG SUN-ROASTED BEEF to the auto parts store. I have been getting parts there since I could drive and your rude attitude changed that when you wouldn’t allow me to walk around and look at parts.
WHAT A PLEASURE it is to hear children outside playing even with this ‘bummer summer’ we are experiencing. The kids were getting their exercise playing basketball even though it was raining.
A BIG STINKY PILE of horse dung to the driver in the VW Rabbit for going way too fast past our ponies, spraying gravel at us and squealing your tires to scare the ponies. It must make you feel like a real man to pick on girls on their ponies. You’re going to kill someone one day.
A BEEF to the impatient woman who passed the stalled red car on Departure Bay Road on the right hand side, almost hitting the three gentlemen who were pushing it to safety.
A HUGE BEEF to the owners of the computer repair shop for having my computer for eight weeks and still not having the brains to fix it. Nothing but higher labour costs and week after week of empty promises. But there’s good news, your competitor fixed it in three days. A BEEF to the driver of the yellow Toyota travelling through our apartment complex parking lot at high speeds. There are children and seniors walking through the lot who might not be able to get out of the way of your reckless driving. Slow down before you kill someone. COULD EVERYONE please quit complaining about the weather? Would you rather have the 40 C temperatures other parts of the country are going through? It’s the ‘Wet Coast’ folks. I CAN’T BELIEVE the number of people who go through automated tellers at stores. Don’t you know you are putting someone out of a job?
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MY BEEF is with the provincial government that put this harmonized sales tax in and says it won’t affect most purchases. Well, why is it that HST is now being charged on certain foods that are purchased at the grocery store, like baking products? I recently bought packages of nuts, raisins and other things that have never been taxed before.
A BIG ELECTROMAGNETIC BEEF. I’ve recently became aware of what is going to happen in our community and all over the province. B.C. Hydro will be installing smart meters in everyone’s home and Nanaimo is scheduled for October. The World Health Organization made it clear that it can be harmful to our children and unborn children. Please, everyone, be aware, be involved. Do
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COLLEEN JOANNE POOLE (nee Watson) Jan. 16, 1951 July 11, 2011 Colleen passed away after years of bravely struggling with health issues. She was born and raised in Cumberland, moved to Ladysmith in 1979 with her husband Rob and their 2 children. In 1998 Colleen and Rob moved to Nanaimo where they have resided for the past 13 years. Colleen was predeceased by her parents Jack and Lorraine Watson. She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Rob; daughter Kristi (Carl) Dashwood; son Ryan; granddaughters (her special angels) Jordyn and Kayla; sister Noelle (Tony) Piket; brother Ray (Annette) Watson. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins; Rob’s mom, Marg Poole and family; and her special sisters “The Crazy Eightsâ€?. There will be no service at Colleen’s request. A private family Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. In lieu of owers, a donation may be made in her name to the charity of your choice.
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Dec. 20, 1934 – July 17, 2011 Matthew David Walker Taylor It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our son Matthew on July 12, 2011 at the age of 20. Matt was born in Nanaimo on October 14, 1990. Predeceased by his Uncle Doug Yelle and his Aunt Evelyn Gardner he will be greatly missed by his parents Barbara and David, his younger brothers Andrew and Michael, his girlfriend Nicolette Savard as well as his grandparents Ann and George Yelle, Margaret and Svend Pedersen and Allan Taylor. Matt is also survived by a very large extended family consisting of many (great) aunts, uncles and cousins. Matt was a young man just beginning his life’s journey when it came to an abrupt end. Although his life was short, he accomplished many things. He played soccer for several years before he found his true passion – lacrosse, both box and ďŹ eld. After winning many awards and playing in Provincial as well as National Tournaments, he went on to become a referee. Matt was a happy, outgoing young man who loved life. He enjoyed cooking, playing video games and being with his girlfriend when he wasn’t at work. He also loved fast, noisy cars and travelling. Matt had been to both Mexico and Hawaii in 2009. A Celebration of Matt’s Life will be held at the Bowen Park Auditorium on Sunday, July 24th at 1:00 pm. In lieu of owers, a donation may be made in Matt’s memory to a youth sports organization of your choice.
Stu passed away at the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Predeceased by his parents George and Mary Murland, he is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Jean, daughter Linda (Terry), grandson Stuart (Lindsy), sisters Jessie (Les) of Campbell River and Etta (Ken) of Edmonton, brothers Jim and John (Joyce) plus a very large, extended family. After serving in the Royal Canadian Navy for 22 years (where he was known as ‘Moe’), he left as a Chief Petty OfďŹ cer and went on to be an electrician for 30+ years. Stu loved to work and he enjoyed a vast array of music. He loved hockey and other sports and ran a Hockey Referee School in Victoria and Parksville. A Memorial Service will be held at Yates Chapel, 1000 Allsbrook Rd Parksville, BC on July 23, 2011 @ 1:00pm. Donations may be made to the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation, 1200 Dufferin Cres Nanaimo, BC V9S 2B7 or the SPCA, Box 1407 Parksville, BC V9P 2H3. YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (1-877-264-3848)) in care of arrangements.
With sadness, Elly’ y’s fam mily announces her passing on Thursday, day, July 14,, 2011. Born on December er 21, 1 1926 in Kurland, d, La Latvia. Elly was predeceased byy her devoted d husband Leslie Victor, and her yo oungest son n David Micheal. Loving mother to son Victo or John Woods and his wife Marianne e; and da aughter Linda Ruth Saunders and her husband h d Robert. Very proud grandmother to Trevo or Sau unders, Adam Woods, Ross Woods, Cand dice Woods and Steven Woods-Dunlop. Fond d sis ster to Ruth Schroen, Edith Freiling (Erv), Wa alttrout Hubers (Clarence) and Heinz Duesterhoft (J (Joni); and predeceased by brother Art, and Arv vid d and her sisters Gerda and Hilde. Elly spent her chiildho ood in Latvia, and adolescence in Polan P nd and Germany and took nursess trainiing there before immigrating to Canada nada in 1949 19 at age g 23. The Duesterhoeft ffamily settled d in Rossi Rossington, Alberta and Ellly later movved to Winnipeg, where she mett Leslie Woo oods and married November 1, 1952 2. The familly made Coquitlam, British Columbia their hom me for the next 30 years. Elly and Les s retired d in Williams Lake in 1993 and lived therre for 8 years until Leslie’s death November 1,, 200 01. Elly relocated to Nanaimo to be close tto he er daughter and family. She was a happy resid den nt at Woodgrove Manor until her death July 14, 2011. 2 She was a loving an n d proud Mother and Grandmother, and w willl be dearly missed. Special thanks to the e caring c and dedicated staff at Woodgrove M Manorr. Elly’s love will be in our hearts forever! Sandss ~ Nan naimo
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Our husband and father passed away July 16, 2011. Erwin was predeceased by his parents John &F Frances Tk Tkatchuk. t h k H He iis survived i d by b hi his lloving i family: wife, Dian, daughter Candice, sister Judy Glogowski, niece Michelle Glogowski, nephew Michael Glogowski and wife Stacey and their 2 daughters Tori & Lexi Erwin enjoyed an interesting and rewarding career with IBM which took him to many cities in North & South America. He was a devoted husband & father & a loyal, generous friend. He was also a spiritual man and as one of Jehovah’s witnesses had a strong faith in the Bible promise of God’s Kingdom bringing an end to suffering & death that plagues all mankind. Funeral service Sunday, July 23, 2011, 3 P.M. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s witnesses on Dumont Road, Nanaimo. Tea to follow.
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NANAIMO BOTTLE DEPOT IS GROWING 2 F/T Perm Positions 35-40 HOURS Energetic, reliable and hard working individuals to join our team. Position entails weekend shifts and individuals must enjoy dealing with the public, work in a fast paced environment and be able to motivate and communicate with all employees. Cash handling and open & closing duties an asset. Starting at $10/hr to $11/hr. WE OFFER: -Benefit Package -Permanent part time or full time employment -Monetary Referral Program -Yearly Bonus Plan -Excellent opportunities for advancement Interested candidates please apply in person between 8:30am12noon, Mon-Fri. Nanaimo Bottle Depot, #4- 4151 Mostar Rd
PHARMACIST CENTRAL DRUGS requires a professional Pharmacist to join its team. Locally owned & operated. We offer the chance to practice Pharmacy in a diverse, patient focused work environment. Great hours, as well as competitive wage and benefits compliment a supportive work environment. Reply in confidence to File #345, c/o Nanaimo News Bulletin, 777 Poplar Ave, Nanaimo, V9S 2H7.
DETAILER, F/T Looking for 2 fulltime Detialers for a fast paced shop. Must have minimum 2 years experience & have a valid BC Driver’s License. Great wage for right candidates. Full time position, good benefits, fun place to work. Come join our team. Apply in person with resume at Nanaimo Toyota, Steve Barr, Detail Paint Manager From 9am to 1pm only No phone calls please!
Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following jobs: 1)Heavy Duty Mechanic. 2)Driller Blaster Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259
The Lemare Group is currently seeking a heavy duty mechanic for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to office@lemare.ca or fax to: 250-956-4888.
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REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - LEASED SPACE OFFICE AND WAREHOUSE SPACE - NANAIMO, BC The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is seeking information for the possible lease of space located west of Nanaimo Parkway to the Georgia Straits between NorthÀÀeld/Brechin Road to the south and Dover/Walbank Road to the north. Approx. 305 sq.m. (3300 sq.ft.) of OfÀ fÀce Space, and approx. 680 sq.m. (7300sq.ft.) of ground Áoor Warehouse Space. The space must be contiguous and include a loading dock door with ramp or ground level overhead door with minimum 12' x12' opening, man door, secure concrete walls and Áoors with 15-30 parking stalls. Available for ÀÀt-up no later than October 1, 2011. Fit-up costs may be amortized over a possible 10 year lease. Additional preferences may be given to facilities with outdoor wash area (with drain), 24/7 access, alarm system, surveillance camera, and on-site security. Provide address of building, term, base rent, operating cost, availability date, size, ÁÁoor plan, and pictures; include contact information.
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Further information at (604) 264-3420. Must be faxed or emailed by July 25, 2011 at 1400hrs. RCMP, “E” Division Leasing Unit Fax: (604) 264-2494 Email: EDIV_LEASING.Admin.EDIV_EHQ@ rcmp-grc.gc.ca Agents responding to this Request for Information must provide the RCMP with a letter from the owner authorizing them to do so or a copy of their Representation Agreement. This is not a tender process, nor a request for proposal, but only an inquiry as to the availability of space to lease. The RCMP will not necessarily invite offers or lease any space. The RCMP reserves the right to issue an invitation to tender for this possible leasing requirement or other leasing requirements based on information it receives as a result of this advertisement or based on any other information which may come to its attention prior to the closing date of the tender; or it may invite offers by way of public tender.
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passed away suddenly doing what he loved, at the age of 54 years. Predeceased by his father Phil, he is survived by his wife Sherry; daughter Nadia and son Todd; Daniel and Dixie; grandchildren: Mitchell, Austin, Mason, Nate, Alexandria and Wyatt; mother Nina; sister Susan; brother Gordon and their family; father and motherin-law: Bob and Bertha Willoughby as well as numerous other relatives. The funeral service was conducted from the Grace United Church, Lloydminster, Alberta on Monday, July 11, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. with Joyce Carson officiating. The eulogy was read by Russ Hebblethwaite. The active pallbearers were Morgan Pentelichuk, Merv Pentelichuk, Gordon Wentworth, Ryan Hodge, Guy Willoughby, Terry Willoughby, Russ Hebblethwaite, Andrew Boddy and Danny McNaughton. The interment was held in the Lloydminster City Cemetery. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements.
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ALBERNI COMMUNITY & Women’s Services Society is seeking a Full-time Executive Director to lead our agency as we work to achieve our vision to Break The Cycle of Abuse, through providing wrap-around services for individuals and families impacted by violence. You are a strong leader with a proven track record in areas such as Human Resource Management, Revenue Generation, Marketing and Public Relations, amongst other things. Your resume will demonstrate this clearly. You will be responsible for ensuring the ongoing operations and growth of ACAWS by planning, organizing, leading, and administering all agency activities, programs and operations, and by providing the linkage between the organization, its staff, and the Board of Directors. You will be able to ensure high-quality, ethical, efficient, accountable and effective client-centered services. We are looking for a candidate who: - Has a University Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field, plus at least five years’ directly-related work experience, or an equivalent Has a clear understanding of the dynamics of abuse and violence - Has the ability to develop effective relationships with all stakeholders - Believes strongly in a social justice approach to client services. Please send a Cover Letter and CV in confidence to: ACAWS Board Chair 3082 Third Avenue Port Alberni, BC V9Y 2A5 Or by email to: office@acaws.ca Or by fax to: 250.724.7113 By 4:30 p.m. August 15, 2011 A job description is available by emailing office@acaws.ca.
BUSY COFFEE SHOP looking for dynamic, motivated people to work in a fun, fast paced environment. • Must be a team player • Barista experience an asset, but will train • Competitive wages Bring resume to Blenz Coffee Shop, Woodgrove Mall or email, Attn: Tony: woodgrove@blenz.com
BURGER KING Nanaimo is currently hiring Full-Time Food Counter Attendants. Mature candidates & students welcome to apply. Must be flexible and able to work various shifts incl. days, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays. Wages $10.80 per hour. 1150 Terminal Ave
CENTRAL DRUGS is hiring. Applicants should have good customer service skills. Preference given to applicants with home healthcare or pharmacy experience. We offer competitive wages with benefit package & have great hours. Apply to file# 345, c/o Nanaimo News Bulletin, 777 Poplar Ave., Nanaimo, V9S 2H7.
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CONTROLLER A well established Kelowna based, underground utilities /road contractor has an immediate requirement for a controller. The successful applicant will have over five years of experience in the construction field after completion of their accounting designation, CA, CGA. They will be required to perform all aspects of accounting cycle up to and including financial statements. We are an aggressive company and require a strong aggressive person that is ready to take on new challenges and grow with the company. Remuneration complete with benefit package will be consummate with experience. Please reply to the Administrator by fax at 250-7659603, or phone 250-7659601.
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FULL TIME / SEASONAL Hedberg Associates, based in Squamish, B.C., is a diversified forestry and natural resource management company. The firm provides consulting services to the forest industry, clean energy sector, telecommunication and transmission/distribution line industry. Hedberg Associates continues to specialize in forest management, silviculture, operational planning, cutting permit development and appraisals, including field layout of roads and cut blocks. We are a growing company looking for senior forestry crewman and experienced field technicians. The successful candidate should have a minimum of 5 to 7 years of forestry experience. We are a highly motivated group of individuals and will provide employees the opportunity to continue their advancement in the forest and other natural resource industries. Employees will be responsible for completing road location and block layout, traversing, collecting mapping and site plan information and preparation of operation plans. Transmission and distribution line layout and transmission line vegetation management. The position will be predominantly field based with work in all types of weather and terrain. We are a local company but require some work to be completed in remote locations. Squamish is a vibrant and growing community located between Vancouver and Whistler. Dubbed Canada’s “Outdoor Recreation Capital of Canada”, it offers world-class mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing, backcountry skiing and many more outdoor pursuits. Salary: Competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Job Qualifications: • Proficient with all basic forestry field equipment. • Valid B.C. Drivers Licence. • Healthy, fit individuals who are able to complete work in a variety of outdoor environments. • Forestry experience, knowledge or training and capable of supervising others. • Familiarity with Road Eng, Word and Excel would be an asset. Application Instructions: Application deadline for all positions will be Friday, August 5, 2011. All individuals who apply will be contacted. Please email resumes with a cover letter and two references to info@hedbergassociates.com.
Therapy Dog Program Volunteer Unit Facilitator Needed St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program is seeking a Unit Facilitator for its group in Nanaimo and surrounding communities. Do you love dogs and love people? Are you organized, altruistic and available for a few hours a week? Responsibilities include telephone work, visits with new volunteers, conducting orientation sessions and regular contact with facilities and volunteers. Please contact Regional Therapy Dog Coordinator at 2250 Labieux Road, Nanaimo, B.C. V9T 6J9 or e-mail: Nanaimo@bc.sja.ca j by July 27, 2011.
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Nanaimo News Bulletin Thursday, July 21, 2011 PERSONAL SERVICES HELP WANTED
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BARTENDER, SERVER required for Black Bear Pub in Nanaimo. Must be flexible. Apply with resume.
The Lemare Group is currently seeking contract Highway Truckers; Owners/Operators. Total volume to move is 65,000 cubic metres for Northern Vancouver Island (Schoen Lake Area), accommodations available. For more details, please call Jennifer at 250591-0067 or email: office@lemare.ca.
EDO Japan@Woodgrove Mall needs FOOD COUNTER ATTENDANT (NOC6641) $11.75/hr. Send resume to applicant@registerednannycanada.com SOUS Chef, Cooks and Dishwashers Wanted for Simonholt Food and Drink in North Nanaimo. Must be able to work in a busy enviroment and work well with others. Please email your resume to nanaimorestaurant@hotmail.com or drop off in person at 6582 Applecross Road. 250-933-3338
TRADES, TECHNICAL We are currently seeking a marine mechanic in Port Hardy. Specializing in Honda and Yamaha is an asset. Full time position with benefits. Wages dependant on credentials and experience. Apply in person to Colleen or e-mail resume to: macandal@telus.net.
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Heavy Duty / Commercial Mechanic or Apprentice Mechanic P & R Truck Centre requires Full - Time Heavy Duty / Commercial Mechanic or Apprentice Mechanic for our Duncan location. Possession of an Authorized Motor Vehicle Inspection ticket would be an asset. Excellent Wage & Benefit Package. Please e-mail resume to michele@prwstar.com or fax to 250-746-8064
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The Vancouver Island Exhibition requires security volunteers. This year’s fair runs
Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians We are currently accepting applications for Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians. We have BC branches in Prince George, Penticton, Kamloops, Burnaby, Williams Lake, Quesnel, Nanaimo, Cranbrook, Vernon, Fort St John, Langley, Campbell River and a Yukon branch in Whitehorse.
All volunteers MUST have their BST1. Please contact Mike Scott at mscott@viex.ca for information or contact the VIEx office 250-758-3247.
Parker Pacific is an industry leader in heavy equipment sales & service. Since 1949, The Inland Group has grown to over 900 employees & 20 locations in North America. We are always seeking talented people to join our service team and enjoy a great career path. Send resume & covering letter stating locations of interest to Lori Willcox at lwillcox@ inland-group.com or Fax: 604-608-3156
COMPUTER SERVICES COMPUTER PRO $25 service call for home or office. Mobile Certified Technician. Senior’s Discounts. 250-802-1187.
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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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
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FENCING 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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WOMAN WILL clean commercial or residential. Excellent refs. Brenda (250)756-7922.
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GARDENING NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME to have your fruit trees pruned. 20 Years experience. Call Gordon at 250-746-1555. ROB’S YARD Work. Reliable, honest. No job too small. Lawn maintenance, hedging, power washing, gutters, haul away. Insured. Free estimates. (250)729-5411
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Fuelled both by product innovation and acquisitions, we are dedicated to responding to our customers’ needs while constantly reviewing our operations to remain a low-cost and efficient processor. Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a wide array of products of the utmost quality, including cheese, fluid milk, yogurt, dairy ingredients and snack-cakes. Our Courtenay Plant is looking to expand the team! Seeking a team player with a great attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit:
Engineer / Millwright – Courtenay, BC 4th Class Power Engineer with Journeyman Millwright ticket. This position is responsible for the routine/preventive maintenance and trouble shooting of the manufacturing and building equipment, including low pressure Boiler and Refrigeration equipment.
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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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I PROVIDE care & companionship for Seniors. I am a positive, upbeat, bondable, certified Care Aide. I will do errands, grocery shopping, transportation (Insured) & overnight care. Available days, evening, weekends. Refs available. Call Jackie (250)618-6410.
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JUNK TO THE DUMP. Jobs Big or small, I haul it all! I recycle & donate any useable items to local charities. Call Sean, 250-741-1159.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS ACORN HOME SERVICES Home improvements. Repairs. Doors/windows. Custom made arbors, decks, sunrooms, awnings, fences & lots more! Garry, 250-591-7474. www.acornhomeservices.ca AGILE HOME REPAIR & Improvement. Fully insured, interior/exterior repairs and upgrades. Ian 250-714-8800.
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Become a Psychiatric Nurse in your own community There is an urgent need d for more Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN), particularly outside the urban areas of the province. And with the workforce aging – the average age of a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in BC is 47 yearss – the number of retirees from the profession is exceeding the number of graduates. Entry-level earnings start at $29/hour to $38/hour. Train Locallyy – The only program of its kind in BC, students can learn within their local communities via distancee education, local and/or regional clinical placements, and some regional classroom delivery. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Government student loans, Employment & Labour Market Services (ELMS), band funding & other financing options available to qualified applicants.
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PLUMBING
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RETIRED PLUMBER Journeyman. Repairs & renovations. (250)390-1982
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ELECTRIC SINGER SEWING Machine: in cabinet, $70 (250)756-1834
BLUE OX Home Services. Expert Handyman & Renovation Services: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, tiling, painting, lawn & garden. Refs avail. Insured. 250-713-4409.
for all your IRRIGATION NEEDS Certified Irrigation Technician Call for Free Estimate
BRYAN GRIFFIN CONSTRUCTION experienced in new home construction, home renos, doors & windows , vinyl siding & soffits and more. Free estimates. 250-390-2601.
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EXP. CARPENTER/Handyman: Renos, Framing, Concrete formed, placed & finished Sheds, decks & fencing. No job too small. Great rates & References. Derrick 816-8646
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.
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DINING ROOM table only with 1 foot drop leaf, 3’x4’ 6”, hardwood, $75. 250-729-0444.
NORTH NANAIMO: $479,000 (No HST). 2 level home on cul-de-sac. Grnd level entr. Ocean/mountain view. Approx. 2560 sq.ft. 5 B/R, 3 bath. Natural gas heat, Built in 2004. Near schools, parks, malls. 756-3855.
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COUNTRY CLUB area: 1bdrm, F/S, wood stove, no laundry, Avail. immed. $700 + $350 D.D., utils incl. 250-6169407 or 250-739-1259
KENMORE STOVE- white, clean, excellent cond, w/digital clock, $99. (250)751-5257.
WINDOWS
OAK ENTERTAINMENT centre, lots of storage and 27” JVC TV $99. 250-751-0358
HEAVY DUTY hammock complete with frame, great cond. $25 obo. Call (250)751-1383
LEATHERETTE COUCH or love seat, no rips or tears, $99 obo. Call 250-758-4569.
PEDESTAL KITCHEN table, w/4 chairs, exc cond, $75 obo. 24” TV, $20. (250)390-1117.
RENOVATE NOW! Expanding or renovating your home/bathroom/kitchen/basement? Roofing & finish carpentry also available. No job too small. Free estimates. Guaranteed/ Insured Richard 250-729-7809
40 years Experience Reno Windows, Failed Sealed Units, Retractable & Residential Screens Free Estimates Guaranteed Workmanship
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IRRIGATION DOCTOR Installations, Repairs, upgrades. (Cut your water use in half) (250)616-3451
A-ONE PAINTING and Wallpapering. Plus 40 years experience. Senior Discount. Free estimates. 250-741-0451
250-753-4208 PETS PETS FREE: 3 yr Shitzu dog to a good home with an elderly couple or an alone person, female, spade. 250-754-0862.
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C E D A R / Y E L L O W P O I N T, Whiting Way (off Yellowpoint Rd.), Sat, July 23, 9am-2pm. Multi-Family Garage Sale. Household items, fishing gear/collectible fishing gear, tools and much more! CENTRAL NANAIMO. Saturday, July 23 & Sunday, July 24, 9am-2pm. 2-family household items. 125 Pride Ave. COUNTRY CLUB: 3029 Persimmon Pl. Sat, July 23, 8 am - 1 pm. Books, toys, misc. hsehld, furniture, etc. DIVERS LAKE Ardoon Pl. Sat. July 23, 9-12. Multi-family, hsehld, toys, typewriters. Garage Sale: Sat. July 23rd, 9:30 am to 2 pm. Furniture, tools and other various items. Junction Mini Storage, 13136 Thomas Rd., Ladysmith. HAREWOOD AREA, 1011 Collier Plc. (Willow mobile home park), Sat & Sun, July 23 & 24, 9am-2pm. Moving Sale. Solid wood 6 piece dining room set w/ matching hutch, tools, household items, furniture and much more. HAREWOOD AREA 442 Hillcrest Ave. Sat. July 23, 9-2. Patio set, luggage, hsehld, womens clothes, European/Asian fashion collectibles. NANAIMO- 4321 JINGLEPOT Bed & Breakfast (off Labieux) Sat, July 23, 8am-?, Sun, July 24, 8am-2pm. Huge Sale! Rugs, patio furniture. Bring containers or trucks etc, everything very inexpensive. NANAIMO- 525 ARBUTUS Ave, Sat, July 23, 8am-1pm. Rain or Shine! Large selection of useful items priced to sell! No clothes or Toys! NANAIMO- 7123 DICKSON Rd, Sat, July 23 & Sun, July 24, 9am-1pm. No reasonable offer refused! NORTH NANAIMO. Saturday July 23, 8:30am-1:30pm. Household items & misc. 5975 Butcher Road.
NANAIMO- (HOSPITAL area) Woodlands High School, Band Room, Sat, July 23, 9am-1pm. Huge Sale! lLots of fun stuff the band is raising funds for a trip to Cuba.
PARKWOOD: 5525 Garibaldi Dr. Sat. July 23, 8 am - 3 pm. Pool table, toys, DVD, books, Wilton bakeware, N64, etc. RUTHERFORD: 5145 Parton Dr. Sat. July 23, 9 am - 2 pm. Kids’ stuff, furniture, TV’s clothing. Lots of Good Stuff! SOUTH: 1077 Morrell Circle. (Willow Park M.H. P. just off Nanaimo Lakes Rd) Sat. July 23, 9 am - 2 pm. From summertime to Christmas & every day in-between, we have something for everyone! TOWNSITE AREA, 875 Townsite Rd., Sat & Sun, July 23 & 24, 8am-2pm. Rain or shine! Collectibles, motorcycle stuff, household, bikes and more. UPLANDS AREA: 4303 Ashbury Pl. Sat July 23, 8 am noon. Lots of Great Stuff! Collectables, household, fishing gear & misc. Rain or Shine. WADDINGTON FLEA MARKET- 1300 Waddington Rd. Every Saturday throughout the summer. Got stuff you want to sell? New vendors every week. Farm fresh produce. Space starts at $10. We do the signage. Call Ryan 250797-9087. or email: ryanson2363@yahoo.ca YELLOW POINT: 13585 Wagon Wheel Dr. Sat. July 23, 9-2. Cancelled if raining, multifamily, something for everyone
INVITE THE WHOLE NEIGHBOURHOOD to your garage sale with a classifi fied ad Call 250-310-3535
SNOW & SKATE small female brand hoodies, like new. 6 @ $15 each. 729-9885 SOLID STEEL Wheel barrel very good cond, $60. Coleman stove, $39. 250-758-3410. SUMMER MATERNITY clothes (sz L) $5 each, Fisher Price bouncy chair $10, ironing board $10, food processor $20. 758-1453 USED FRIDGE in good condition $99 obo. 250 -751-0961
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Call 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose) 250-468-9660.
MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
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
Call 250-758-1246. TERMINAL PARK area, lge, 1b/r, near all amenities. Heat & hot water incl. N/S, N/P. Avail immed. $650/$675 month 754-2484.
COTTAGES
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE MEMBERSHIP: (Aviawest) Pacific Shores Cost $14,000. Fees pd to June/ 12 w/ 60,000 points in reserve. $9,000 obo. Membership @ Cottonwood Golf course $2,000. obo. John 754-3929 or message.
PLANTS/NURSERY STOCK
Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca
OPEN HOUSE
Lawn & Garden Mix. Screened Sandy Loam. Natural brown earth blended with 50% sand. Great for Lawn seeding, turf and mixing in with garden soils, $18 per yd. Del starting at $35 250-245-8355
BY OWNER. OPEN HOUSE Sunday, July 24, 1-4pm, #192501 Labieux Road. Double wide mobile home. 1344 sq.ft. 2-bdrm, 2 bath, near new appliances. Well-maintained, open plan. All spacious rooms, large wardrobes. Central for shopping & buses. Sep. laundry room, side door to deck. Covered carport, garden with shed & patio. Small pet OK. (250)758-6515.
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RECREATIONAL PROPERTY
2 THERMAREST self inflatable camping pads, $60 (both), call 250-754-5150. BIRD CAGE, like new, condo style. 29”Lx22”Hx14”D. $60. (250)754-3499, (250)713-7613 CARD TABLE medium excellent condition $35. 741-0451 DANISH BLACK modern wooden chair $15. 1940’s style wood-folk chairs art projects 3 for $40. 250-751-1918 OAK WINE 10 gal barrel $50. Exercise bike $40. 753-4798
APARTMENT/CONDOS
LAKEFRONT Properties For Sale 20 Minutes from Qualicum www.hornelake.bc.ca
TOP SOIL FLEA MARKETS NANAIMO: MOOSE LODGE, 1356 Cranberry Ave. Every Sunday! 9am-2pm (to be held outdoors). Tables available to the public for $10 each. Frank 250-754-2853, 250-816-1233.
FUEL/FIREWOOD
NANAIMO. MOVE-IN ready 2 bedroom condo. New paint, new kitchen appliances, steam cleaned broadloom. Light filled w balcony. Includes parking, storage locker, washer, dryer. Well maintained building. Close to hospital, bus stops, schools & VIU. New price $185,000 www.nanaimocondo4sale.weebly.com 250-7140812 sandraketchum@gmail.com
FUEL/FIREWOOD
GOGO’S SAWMILL Buy direct from our mill top quality cedar and fir wholesale. Buy at mill or have it delivered. Fencing, siding, decking, custom cut timbers, untreated landscape squares.
Ph. 250.754.2276 Fax. 250.754.1754
email - mikegogo@shaw.ca Supplying Nanaimo and surrounding area since 1897. 5015573
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO CENTRAL NANAIMO. One Bdrms from $725 & 2 Bdrms from $750. July 15 or Aug 1. Quiet. NP/NS. References. Mark/Don 250-753-8633. DOWNTOWN/MEWS area, 1 bdrm + den condo, insuite laundry, hrdwd flrs, elec F/P, S/S appls, patio, secured prkg, $1000 + utils, 250-714-1621. GORGEOUS DOWNTOWN Condo. Character building. 1bdrm + den, 5 appliances, Fireplace, WIFI, N/P, N/S $900. 250-754-2207 HOSPITAL AREA- 1 bdrm apartment, W/D. Manager on site. $680. (250)716-3305.
Hospital Area
COUNTRY CLUB- lrg, clean, quiet, 1 bdrm, priv ent & patio. NS/NP. $775 inclds utils. Refs req’d. 250-751-2007. DEPARTURE BAY: 1 B/R, shared laundry, Includes Util, Sat/TV, Internet & private Patio. Suitable 4 one. $650/M. Avail Aug.15. 751-3691 DEP BAY: Ocean view, new 1 bdrm + den. 4 appls, private. Hydro, TV incl. NS/NP. $780. (250)754-9284 leave message DIVER’S LAKE. Newer 1bdrm, private entr., laminate floors, shared laundry, quiet person(s). N/P, smoking outside only. $700. inclds all utils. Aug. 1st. (250)729-2378.
NANAIMO- DELUXE 1 bdrm cottage+ den. W/D, F/S, N/S, sm pet ok. Propane F/P. Avail Sept 1. $875. (250)758-2294.
HAREWOOD AREA, new 2 bdrm bsmt suite, no laundry, N/P, N/S, avail Aug. 1, $850 mo incls utils, 250-618-1401.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES NANAIMO CENTRAL- large very clean 3 bdrm sxs duplex, 4 appls, large yard, near bus stop & shopping Available Aug 1. Refs $995.+ utils. (604)318-9322. HAREWOOD AREA, 3 bdrm in 4-plex, F/S, D/W, coin laundry, close to schools, shopping, bus route, $995 mo + utils, refs req, 250-722-3539. NORTHFIELD RD- SxS 3 bdrm, 2 bath. Fresh, clean, near all amenities, fenced yrd. NS/NP. $995. W/D hookup. Avail immed. 250-758-4871.
MOBILE HOMES & PADS CEDAR: ORGANIC gardeners paradise, 5th wheel, very private & quiet, $500 mo. Avail immed, (250)245-0014.
HOMES FOR RENT 1 BDRM Character, W/D hookup, private yard, ocean view, downtown, NP/NS, $810 + utils. Call (250)753-9365. 2-BDRM Character. Ocean view, large patio, fenced yard, W/D hook-up. Downtown. N/P N/S. $900.+util. 250-753-9365 3BDRM, 2BATH upper floor of house. Incl. DW, lndry, heat, hydro, satellite TV, garage. College area. Nice place, clean. $1300. Avail immed, Call (250)716-3398. 3 BDRM RANCHER ON ACREAGE, 1 BATH, WOOD STOVE, SHARED HYDRO, MINUTES FROM COW RIVER/TRIAL, 15 MINS TO DUNCAN. 250-7493188
4B/R, 2 BATH, Executive home, oceanview, 5 acres, 6 appl, two decks. Jinglepot area. N/P, N/S. Avail. Sept 1, $1650. ref’s req. 585-4776. CILAIRE, OCEAN front home on quiet street, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, $1750 mo, all appls, avail now. Call 250-802-5920. DOWNTOWN NANAIMO, 1 bdrm + den, huge lot, deck, large yard, N/S, refs req, avail immed, $850 mo. Call Rick at 250-756-6490. LADYSMITH2 BDRM Rancher w/extra den/office or bdrm. French doors from master bdrm to hot tub on deck. Private setting, southern exposure, detached 26x22 workshop w/220 wiring, golf course & schools near by. NS/NP. $1200+ utils. Available Aug 1. (250)713-4739. NANAIMO- 1 bdrm. Country living, $850/mo, discount for seniors. Call 250-753-1200. N. NANAIMO, clean 3 bdrm duplex, 2 full bath, fenced yard, close to schools, marsh and buses, Sept. 1 or Aug. 15, $1200 mo, 250-668-3734.
Bright 1 bdrm Heat & hot water incl. Renovated suites Quiet park-like setting Video cameras. $700 +
NORTH END. Oceanview. 3 level, sunny 3 bdrm. 4 new appliances, newly renovated carport. Ref’s required. $1200. + hydro. 1-778-883-8703.
250-753-6656
UPLANDS AREA, 3 bdrm, 3 bath family home for rent, near all levels of school and Rutherford Mall. 5 appliances and bonus rec room with pool table. $1450 for Sept 1st. (250) 7297587
LONG Lake 2br, 2bath, 5 appliances. Top floor with cathedral ceiling stunning view of the lake. Avail Sept 1, $1150/mth. 250-729-8835
RENTALS
LANTZVILLE: Waterfront property, Private. Cozy cabin, furnished. Suits single person. Ref’s. Avail now $695/m + util N/S,N/P, 250-390-8006
MORTGAGES
N. NANAIMO, - 6441 Lasalle Rd., Fri & Sat, July 22 & 23, 8am-1pm. Teak dining table & 6 chairs, new jewelry, dishes, golf clubs and more. NORTH NANAIMO: 3292 Willowmere Crest., Sat., July 23rd, 9-noon. LOTS or Girls clothing 2-9 + shoes, toys, bike, household items...
PET DOOR extra large for wall or door mount $49 obo 250755-1160.
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DYNAMITE DEAN’S Rubbish Removal. Prompt, professional service. “No Messing Around!” 250-616-0625, 250-754-6664. FREE QUOTES, Large Truck: Rubbish Removal, etc. Same day service, Starting $35.- $65/load + disposal fees. Moving, deliveries and odd jobs. Call Jason, 668-6851.
JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER new construction, reno’s, 25 yrs. Reliable. (250)616-0990.
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JINGLE POT area: 2 B/R New, nice & clean, N/P, $800/mth. Laundry Included. 585-3491 or 739-9270. Castle Rock Drive. Avail. now. LADYSMITH - NEWLY reno’d 2 bdrm, 1 bath, ground floor, self contained, N/P, N/S. Refs req’d, avail Sept. 1, $1000/mo. John 250-741-7739. N. NANAIMO 1Bdrm basement suite. Close to Woodgrove. Sep entry, F/S. $750/mo. NS/NP July 15th or Aug. 1st. (250)758-6933. N. NANAIMO (near Woodgrove) 2 bdrm legal, w/d, parking. NP/NS, $950 inclds utils. Avail Aug 15. 250-713-0119. N. NANAIMO: New 1bdrm bsmt suite, on bus route, sep entr & heat, no lndry. NS/NP. $700/mo, utils & cable incl. Avail immed. (250)619-7097. PARKSVILLE, very nice 1 bdrm. suite. No pets/smoking. W/D, F/S. $575/mo. Avail Now. Call 250-746-5094. UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS Westwood lake area: bright 1bdrm. F/S, D/W, wood stove. $775 incl. hydro, cbl, internet. Refs, avail Aug. 1st, (250)754-1420. UNIVERSITY: 1 B/R sunny & quiet. incl. laundry & parking. Ref’s. N/S. Suits EHS person. $625/M Avail Sept 1.741-8255 WESTWOOD LAKE: Brand new 2 B/R, 5 appl., Sep. laundry & hydro N/S,N/P, wired for internet. Avail now. $880/M. 591-8414.
SUITES, UPPER NANAIMO LAKES Bachelor Loft, character, forested. NS/NP. 15min drive from VIU. $780 inclusive. 250-753-9365. NORTH NANAIMOupper, lrg lot, deck, great location. $1000 dro. N/S. Available (250)618-9370.
2 bdrm 5 appls, spilt hyAug 1.
TOWNHOUSES C. NANAIMO. Brand new furnished townhome (mint), in unit laundry, fenced yard, patio w/ bbq, N/S, N/P. Ref’s, $1450, Aug 15, 250-741-4422.
TRANSPORTATION CARS TOP DOLLAR Paid! Want To Buy Junk Cars & Trucks for cash. 1-250-954-7843.
OFF-ROAD VEHICLES GOLF carts/utility vehicles gas and electric,clearance priced at CartsplusBC.com click Summer Sizzler Sale 1866-886-6893
TRUCKS & VANS CASH BUYER of junk cars and trucks. Over the phone price quotes. 1-250-954-7843.
SELL YOUR CAR... FAST! with a classified ad Call 310.3535
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Nanaimo News Bulletin Thursday, July 21, 2011
Quality Foods
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