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Archeological group at risk of becoming history BY TOBY GORMAN THE NEWS BULLETIN
The Nanaimo branch of the Archaeological Society of B.C. is close to becoming a thing of the past, but an emergency meeting earlier this week sparked some renewed interest in the organization.
Colleen Parsley, society president, said numbers have dwindled over the years from as many as 70 paid members to around 20, though an interest list exceeds 100 people. “We really don’t know exactly why it has dropped off,” said Parsley. “But there is not a lot of political will [at the provincial
level] for being proactive around archeology. It’s not a money issue, it’s about political will. It’s a struggle.” Heritage groups in the community have had problems connecting in the past, she said, and Monday’s meeting sought solutions to include more capacity building and connectivity, such
as making better use of social media and reaching out to students who might be interested in archeology. Like many archeological societies in B.C., the Nanaimo branch is in a Catch-22 situation in trying to attract members. Visiting sites is a key attraction for many people, but as more people are
introduced to a site, the greater the risk to that location. “Lectures aren’t very engaging for some people,” said Parsley. “Some people love them, but some people prefer field trips, which is great, but we’re often limited in finding appropriate places to take people.” ◆ See ‘SOCIETY’ /4
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Trucks light up for city charity Big rigs and heavyduty construction equipment take on a softer glow Nov. 26 as the Mid Island Truck and Equipment Association hosts the sixth annual Show and Glow event. Association members are decorating and lighting up their trucks and equipment from 7-9 p.m. at the Mid Island Co-op on Bowen Road. The light competition is open to anyone working in the local heavy construction and transportation industry who wants to decorate their trucks and/or construction equipment with lights and compete for prizes. Refreshments are available courtesy of the Co-op in exchange for a donation of a new unwrapped toy, nonperishable food donation or a cash donation for Haven Society. For more information, please e-mail info@ midislandtruckandequipment.com.
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NEW FACILITY complete at best possible time. BY CHRIS HAMLYN THE NEWS BULLETIN
With a sweep of a broom and a little last-minute cleaning, Loaves and Fishes Community Food Bank’s Farquhar Street warehouse is officially open for business. Renovations on the 640square-foot building at 1009 Farquhar St. began in early August. The grand opening takes place Saturday (Nov. 12) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. And it couldn’t happen at a more opportune time. “It’s a busy place right now and with the Christmas rush approaching, we need the space,” said Peter Sinclair, executive director. “We had a really busy time [at Farquhar] Monday night and I know on Monday morning, our St. Paul’s Lutheran depot had the busiest day they’ve ever had.” Between its main office and five satellite depots, Loaves and Fishes is serving 800 to 1,200 adults and 400 to 600 children every week.
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Peter Sinclair, Loaves and Fishes Community Food Bank executive director, left, and Alex Counsell, operations manager, stock shelves in the organization’s new food warehouse on Farquhar Street. A grand opening for the facility takes place Saturday (Nov. 12) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sinclair said the warehouse is going to make the operation more efficient, enabling better service for clients. The project came in well under its $120,000 budget. Total costs, including future work on the sidewalk and drainage around the office, is estimated at $80,000. More
do down here. You wouldn’t necessarily associate the construction industry with the food bank, but when we had a need, they rallied behind us and provided the services we needed to get it done.” The warehouse features a walk-in cooler and racks to store donated food on pal-
than $45,000 of that was donated by the community. “We had close to two dozen businesses that donated to the project with windows, trusses, concrete, roofing, siding … you can go down the line of material and time donated,” said Sinclair. “It feels good to know the community is backing what we
lets. The one thing lacking is a forklift to help move the pallets. “The ceiling in the new warehouse is at 15 feet, so we need something that will reach up high to pull the stuff down,” said Sinclair. “Part of what we hope to do at our grand opening is start fundraising specifically for the forklift. We’re looking to raise in the neighbourhood of $15,000 for a unit that will work specifically for us.” The opening of the warehouse also allows Loaves and Fishes to begin service Nov. 17 at its latest food depot at the Neighbourhood Church, 4951 Rutherford Rd. The new location will operate Thursdays from 7-8 p.m. Other Loaves and Fishes food bank locations include St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church on Departure Bay Road, Christ Community Church on Bowen Road, Brechin United Church on Estevan Road, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church on Shepherd Avenue and St. Philip’s Anglican Church in Cedar. For more information on Loaves and Fishes, please go to http://nanaimoloavesandfishes.org or call 250754-8347. news@nanaimobulletin.com
Occupy protest camp staying despite infractions Matthew O’Donnell, an Occupy Nanaimo protester, said each Occupy location is separate, even though they stand in solidarity. “I’m heartbroken about what happened [in Vancouver],” he said. “We stand in solidarity with all the Occupies, but we don’t have the same drug problem they do. We don’t have the same alcohol problem. We are a dry site.” O’Donnell said Occupy Nanaimo has its own security and works with the RCMP to ensure no drugs and alcohol are brought into the camp. The Nanaimo occupiers have no plans on leaving Diana Krall Plaza.
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Matthew O’Donnell, a member of the Occupy Nanaimo movement, re-hangs a sign that fell because of the rain in Diana Krall Plaza Tuesday afternoon. O’Donnell said the occupiers have no plans to leave the plaza.
Occupy Nanaimo protesters are here to stay, even though the city is formally notifying them they are in violation of a city bylaw. Nanaimo RCMP bike officers began handing out written notices to protesters Wednesday that they are in contradiction of Parks Bylaw 7073, which includes remaining in a park during restricted hours, occupying for lodging, remaining when directed to leave, building structures, littering and fixing signs. “We’ve been telling them all along verbally that they
are in contradiction of city bylaws,” said Al Kenning, city manager. “The written notices just confirm the verbal information.” Kenning said there is no ultimatum, but the RCMP will continue to hand out notices until things change. Other Occupy encampments in Victoria and Vancouver are under threat of being dismantled. After the death of an Occupy protester and a non-fatal drug overdose in Vancouver, the City of Vancouver moved to evict the protesters. Victoria is also looking to evict the protestors because several winter events are planned for their Occupy site.
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◆ From /1 Society members who visit sites are often asked to sign an ethical agreement, which puts the society in a difficult position because its mandate is to conserve and protect each site while also educating the public. David Hill-Turner, curator of the Nanaimo Museum, said the society is an integral part of maintaining Nanaimo’s history and is credited with discovering sites, as well as making the general public aware of the area’s early history. “It’s a valuable resource in our community,” said Hill-Turner. “It works closely with the museum and Snuneymuxw First Nation and really makes us more aware of the extent of the First Nation history in the Nanaimo area.” Hill-Turner said he believes membership has dropped simply because many people are too busy to offer their time. “It seems to be people have interest, but not the time,” he said. “Archeology requires people to physically get their hands into doing something and it generally requires a lot of organization.” One of the society’s greatest accomplishments came in 1997 when it completed the Nanaimo Archaeological Site Re-survey, which resurveyed all known archeological sites in Nanaimo to determine accurate boundaries while categorizing a more efficient database. Prior to that, sites were recorded in an unorganized and random fashion that were less informative. “The site re-survey was a major piece of work, one of our best contributions,” said Parsley. This past spring, the society partnered with Vancouver Island University on a preliminary survey of Nanaimo’s former Chinatown. Parsley said she was encouraged by the turnout to Monday’s meeting. A second meeting on Monday (Nov. 14) at Nanaimo Museum is planned for anyone interested to further expand on ideas on how to salvage the group. The ASBC Nanaimo branch was founded in 1994 and operates as a non-profit organization. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com
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amount of action, so that has been our concern.” Engineers equipped the plane with sensors to determine the effects of swell, waves and wind while the plane was tied up. It didn’t go well. The plane was found with its tail end submerged in the harbour early in the morning. McDougall said his concerns had grown after two of four ropes securing the same plane to the same dock had snapped on Nov. 3. “After we found the ropes had snapped, we believed that continuing on with the test was worth taking the risk,” said McDougall. “We simply didn’t think that the plane would sink.” Though an investigation is underway, McDougall said early indications suggest the structure of the east dock is too rigid and too high, and doesn’t allow any for absorption from wind and wave energy. Early indications suggest water began to seep into the most vulnerable part of the
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Const. Gary O’Brien, Nanaimo RCMP spokesman, looks over a hodgepodge of dozens of items allegedly stolen over the weekend. As many as 50 cars were targeted by two teenage boys who went on a crime spree in north Nanaimo.
Two Nanaimo teens were arrested Monday after parents turned one of them over to the RCMP. The boys, both 15, allegedly went on a crime spree over the weekend, breaking into cars and stealing dozens of items. The RCMP got involved after one of the boys’ parents saw suspicious comments their son posted on his Facebook account Sunday and confronted him. The boy admitted his involvement and showed his parents his cache of stolen items, including cellphone chargers, sunglasses, umbrellas, small tools, a new pair of shoes, iPods and cellphones, and even an orange hard hat. He also told them the name of his accomplice. “The parents called the other parents and he was also confronted and admitted to his involvement,” said Const. Gary O’Brien, Nanaimo RCMP spokesman. O’Brien said police estimate 30-50 cars were broken into in north Nanaimo near Dover Bay Secondary School. He said the boys told their par-
ents they wanted to try and make some quick money. They snuck out of their homes at 12:30 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. The teens randomly chose streets where they targeted cars that were unlocked or had a window partly open and avoided cars that were locked or appeared to be alarmed. The boys carried stolen items off in their backpacks. On Saturday, they took their bikes so they could cover more ground and target more cars. “A lot of people probably don’t even know that their cars were broken into because they were unlocked,” O’Brien said, adding that 50 per cent of all thefts from vehicles are from unlocked cars. It is important that parents monitor their children’s social networking to keep an eye on their activities, he said. Police have recommended charges of possession of stolen property against the teens, who were released on promises to appear at Nanaimo provincial court at a later date. Anyone who had items stolen from a vehicle is asked to call Const. Denis Fraser at 250-754-2345 and quote your police file number. photos@nanaimobulletin.com
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Nanaimo school district has reversed its decision to put all out-of-province and international field trips on hold this school year, but at least one parent isn’t satisfied. Donna Reimer, district spokeswoman, said the trips will now receive tentative approval, as long as parents sign a waiver acknowledging the trip could be cancelled in the event of a full strike by teachers during the
time the trip is scheduled. For insurance purposes, a district employee must accompany students on the trip, she said, and since all unionized staff would honour the picket lines, the district can’t say for certain someone would be able to accompany students. “We can’t guarantee that there would be an excluded staff member who could go,” said Reimer. “We’ve gotten advice about it. There’s too many liability issues, having someone who’s not an employee be in charge.” The waiver states that if the trip is cancelled and payments are not refunded, parents cannot make any claim for compensation from the district.
Sherry Blake, a parent heading up the fundraising efforts for Woodland Secondary School band students’ Cuba trip, said the agreement still means students could lose their trip and all money paid. She wants the district to allow other adults, whether it’s parents, community members or an excluded district staff member such as a principal or administrator, to lead the trip in the event of a teacher strike. “We’ve given [the superintendent] other adults who can go as trip leader,” said Blake. “It seems like we’re at the same sort of sticking point.” District policy allows principals to appoint an adult to lead the trip, while internal guide-
lines stipulate that trip leaders must be school district employees. Blake argues the policy supersedes the guidelines. She said the Woodlands students are already being accompanied by a retired band teacher who could serve as trip leader. Derek DeGear, president of the Nanaimo District Teachers’ Association, said if teachers go on strike just before a field trip, the teacher would not be able to attend because that would be considered crossing the picket line. While it’s not ideal if teachers can’t go, he said administrators should be able to go in their place.
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BY TOBY GORMAN Nathan Cullen doesn’t back down from a challenge, a trait the Skeena-Bulkley Valley NDP MP is taking with him into the federal NDP leadership race. He is, after all, the only candidate in the race to have wrestled a seat in parliament away from a Conservative incumbent, no small feat considering he won it in his northern rural riding, where Conservatives have historically ruled. Cullen, 39, was in Nanaimo Wednesday at MGM restaurant to pass his message on to a small but well-informed audience. He is one of nine NDP MPs intent on following in the big footsteps of the late Jack Layton, who died this summer. The party is expected to elect a new leader in March. Cullen, an economic development consultant and conflict resolution expert before he was first elected in 2004, said he wants to bring “a new kind of politics” to Parliament Hill. “I want to impose the best and brightest ideas, no matter where they come from,” he said. “I don’t think anybody holds a licence for all the best ideas.” Determined to defeat the Conservatives, Cullen said part of his new politics includes working with the Liberals in ridings where Conservatives have been strong. Finding a balance between protecting the environment and creating jobs is an issue that is already happening in Cullen’s riding, as former mill towns are finding new ways to attract economic diversity. Although he’s the MP with the most parliamentary experience in the NDP leadership race, Cullen still sees himself as an underdog. “I haven’t spent years conspiring or planning a bid for leadership so I’m not the candidate from the inside, you know,” he said. “My work is going to be different and it’s going to be person by person, town by town which is how I prefer it anyway.”
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Remembrance sure to remain One of the greatest fears held by veterans of the world wars is that their sacrifice will be forgotten as time passes. Dwindling attendance at cenotaph ceremonies on Remembrance Day belie the ongoing memory projects undertaken to preserve the sacrifices made by thousands of Canadian soldiers on battlefields far from home. Students from John Barsby Community School PEOPLE visit graveyards and place FINDING white crosses on the final new ways resting places of soldiers to ensure who fought during the wars. society never For students two or even three generations removed forgets. from the wars, visiting the graves provides an instant connection to their history lessons. Memorabilia, from medals to letters from the frontlines, is preserved and on display at the Vancouver Island Military Museum, cared for by veterans and volunteers. The group has a new home in the former Nanaimo Museum site to expand and display its vast collection. Veterans also have the opportunity to preserve their war-time experiences with the Memory Project, an initiative of the Historica-Dominion Institute. As fewer veterans are able to attend Remembrance Day ceremonies every year, the race to record their experiences becomes more important. Despite the best intentions, some memories, the ones too horrific and terrible for the soldiers to repeat, will be lost. With soldiers returning from new battlefields in Afghanistan, the memories and stories will continue. People are finding their own ways to honour veterans for fighting for the values our society holds dear. That might just be the best way to ensure we never forget.
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‘Occupy’ camps just another squat some supposedly homeless people A full three weeks after the are supposedly insomniacs too. Occupy Wall Street protest camp Turns out there were plenty of sprang up in New York City, a few shelter beds on which to snooze stragglers announced they were away the day or night, and his almost ready to “Occupy Maple vague claim of a constitutional Ridge” and “Occupy Revelstoke.” right to camp on public property Perhaps other pathetic protests was summarily dismissed. are still being dreamed up around I had a brief exchange with an B.C. But most have already packed Occupy Vancouver “organizer,” up, and in places such as Prince one Min Reyes, as she George, these anti-capitried to rouse the reluctalist rallies never led to B.C. tant radicals of Maple an illegal squat. Ridge. Reyes defines VIEWS Let’s be clear about herself in her Twitter our squats, the ones in Tom Fletcher profile as “Flirting with Canada and particularly Black Press Anarchism while makB.C. They are explicitly ing love to Socialism,” anti-capitalist and statwhich sums up B.C.’s ist in their message, occupy movement as which is presumably well as anything. why they were funded “My personal by government unions. approach to the analyDespite the free food, sis of society relies on power and porta-potties, Marx’s historical matethese squats quickly rialism,” Reyes writes on her blog. became filthy and dangerous as After majoring in Marxism at SFU, the chronic street drug populashe moved on to BCIT’s journalism tion replaced the spoiled young program, but dropped out after a drummers and hula-hoopers who couple of weeks because her studcamped out to curse corporations ies “compromised my personal valon their iPhones. ues.” Turns out BCIT is all about And yes, squats are still ille“skills” to get a “job.” Bummer. gal here, following a unanimous A glimpse of these “values” was October decision of the B.C. Court on display when a reporter from of Appeal against David Arthur CKNW radio tried to cover a heroJohnston. in overdose at Occupy Vancouver. This pretend-homeless guy’s She was shouted down and accused antics are at the root of the latest of shaping the news to benefit squatter outbreak. Victoria and its “Coke and McDonalds.” courts caved in to Johnston and At Occupy Victoria, which I visitallowed camping on public proped a few times before it descended erty at night. But he demanded into another needle park, signs 24-hour squatting rights, because
warned against “chem trails,” smart meters and corporations. Campers were urged to “nationalize finance, energy and food” industries. Five-year plan for tractor production, anyone? Nationalizing banks is also at the top of Occupy Vancouver’s long, pretentious list of demands. Why is this stale leftist ideology so pervasive? Here’s a hint. The union representing these kids’ teachers is demanding higher corporate taxes to pay for their typically self-serving, financially illiterate contract demands. Here in Victoria, as in Vancouver, the huge growth in shelter, food, clothing and transition housing service doesn’t impress the hardcore system users. Victoria’s mayor built his reputation with years of street outreach work, but he’s still targeted for the ugliest treatment, including vandalism at his family home. Victoria council even kowtowed by voting to “support” the squat next to city hall, where Johnston used to camp. Then they cut off the power and water, which had been commandeered rather than set up by city staff at taxpayers’ expense, as was the case in Vancouver. In B.C.’s most “progressive” cities, we’re getting used to encountering public areas fouled by vomit, feces and used needles. ◆ Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com
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Previous school plan’s problem was choice of Woodlands site To the Editor, Re: Previous facility plan had considerable merit, Guest Comment, Nov. 3. $87 million dollars – good for the district. New, fully-utilized schools – cheaper to run and better for students than old, underutilized schools. Who could disagree? Well no one did then and no one does now. However, none of this goes to explain why Woodlands, rather than NDSS, should have been chosen as the site for the new school, and it was that decision which was the crux of the issue. It wasn’t the fundamentals of the plan that were flawed, it was the choice of Woodlands over NDSS, in the defiance of all the evidence that NDSS was the superior site in every way, and the twisting of evidence and withholding of facts in service of that agenda. Here’s just one example: Why will no supporter of the old plan (Phipps included since he was part of that management team he is now defending) step up and explain how it was responsible planning to include the revenue for selling the whole NDSS site, but not address the cost of replacing the essential facilities that are located there (District Administration Centre, maintenance and bus yard) or else address the impact of lower revenue if a smaller part of the site were sold? Why was the simple question “Did you mean the whole 1.4 hectare site when you put that revenue figure in the business case?” so contentious that it required legal advice, discussion in a closed board meeting and four months of the school district ignoring polite requests for a response? This was about the straightforward clarification of pretty simple facts contained in a public document. Getting a straight answer to a straight question on a civic matter should not feel like international espionage. Would the ministry still have approved the plan, even if they had been aware of this detail? Probably. Their only concern is compliance with ministry policies, and even then it seems they are willing to bend (e.g. it didn’t seem to bother the ministry that Woodlands is below their own site size standard for a school of the size proposed). It would be the local district, not the ministry that would have to cope with the unaccounted for extra cost for relocating the administration centre, bus and maintenance yards, or finding extra capital money when the sale revenue the plan depended on was lowered to keep those facilities in place. Phipps also implies Nanaimo was denied funding recently by the government because of the current board’s performance. In actuality, it’s perfectly clear that unless your school district experienced a dramatic increase in enrolment, no one would have received any money from this government. The problem with the previous plan was never with its general outline. It would not have raised the opposition it did if it looked as good close up as it did from afar. Barb Humpherville, Nanaimo
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Win-win possible on social housing To the Editor, With both municipal and school board elections on the horizon, comments by members of both council and the school board left me considering how a proverbial ‘win-win’ opportunity might be created. School trustee Nelson Allen recently declared his opposition to disposing of excess school property, saying that the buildings will be needed as enrolment expands. Yet the City of Nanaimo’s
own demographic study (http://tinyurl.com/cp3fp5b) shows the school age cohort to be the smallest growth component through to 2031. Nanaimo is becoming a city of mature adults and retirees, not young families. Rather than building new and expensive ‘supportive housing’ on the extremely valuable city property on Uplands Drive, would it not be wise to use existing vacant infrastructure? Mount Benson Elementary
school on Jingle Pot Road has been closed for more than three years and is unlikely to reopen. Nor is it likely ever to be utilized for ‘community use’, as the school board has suggested. Yet heating, repairs maintenance and insurance continue to eat at the school board’s budget and our tax dollars. Why not convert the school to ‘supportive housing’ and sell the more valuable property on Uplands for
residential development, allowing the profits to be used for both the conversion and ongoing costs of supportive housing? It would seem to me that everybody wins. Supportive housing is placed in a more suitable location, idle assets are put back into productive use and costs to the taxpayer are mitigated on both sides of the equation. Randy O’Donnell Nanaimo
Tax exemption a poor plan Comments on To the Editor, Re: Tax exemption offered as incentive for hotel, Nov. 8. It is very hard to believe that our city fathers think that the best way to stop the $1 million-plus subsidy to the Vancouver Island Conference Centre is to offer another subsidy of another $1 million-plus per year to anyone willing to build a $40 million hotel, then offer more subsidies to other hotels to encourage increase in quality of rooms. I thought council was elected to run the city and not the hotels? They have no business interfering with the free market of the hotel business. I was just back from Las Vegas and maybe our council could learn from them without having to go there. I went to the Specialty Equipment Market Association convention of over 120,000 people and we did not all stay next to the conference centre or even within one mile. What we all did is have free buses picking us all up at different times of the day from the majority of the hotels. This is much cheaper than giving millions of taxpayers’ dollars to hotels. Take a bus and leave tax dollars for city use. Terry Wagstaff Nanaimo
Help wanted ads don’t reflect reality To the Editor, Re: B.C. Employment picture not pretty, Letters, Nov. 5. I am an employment consultant and just want to clarify the reality of measuring the job market by newspaper help wanted ads. Most employers have not used the newspaper to post job ads for several years due to cost and limited circulation in comparison to using the Internet job boards.
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The advertised jobs, newspaper or Internet, only account for two per cent of the jobs in any area. Most of my clients find work in the hidden or unadvertized market, by connecting with the employers who can use their skills and experience. For free employment services to learn today’s job search techniques, a job seeker should visit their local employment centre – Employment Navigators in Ladysmith, Supporting Employment Transitions in Nanaimo, or The Career Centre in Parksville/ Qualicum. L. Rumming Nanaimo
Council candidates should sign pledge To the Editor, Take Back City Hall is a campaign that is being waged by the Canadian Taxpayers Federation for B.C.’s municipal elections. The CTF says that, “Taxpayers are stretched thin and are asking candidates for office to give a hard, long look at
ways to hold the line on taxes, reduce spending, and become more transparent and accountable.” I wonder what Nanaimo’s municipal candidates are willing to do to stand up for property taxpayers? What about supporting a measure, such as an independent municipal auditor-general, to improve accountability and transparency? The CTF has offered candidates the opportunity to sign a contract with taxpayers. The contract includes 10 points, some of which are: keeping any tax increases at or below the provincial rate of inflation, encouraging direct democracy, supporting transparency in expenses and resisting downloading from senior levels of government. I wonder how many of Nanaimo’s candidates for council have considered engaging in this timely campaign with a view to introducing a taxpayer protection bylaw? Janet Irvine Nanaimo
Rescinding school plan a sound move To the Editor, Despite what some candidates for school trustee say, the decision of current trustees to rescind the old facilities plan was financially sound. Assuming that there was a buyer who could pay for NDSS and the district facilities that would have been sold along with NDSS (District Administration Centre, maintenance yards, bus yard, Rotary Bowl and Serauxman Stadium) the high school replacement part of the plan alone would have required our school district to borrow $15 million before the costs of replacing the district facilities were added in. Karen Sugiyama Nanaimo
social housing out of context To the Editor, I spoke to council on Oct. 17 with my concerns placing low-barrier housing at 6025 Uplands Dr. I stated that after speaking to many of the councillors one of them said to me, “Once these people are housed, they will be bombarded with love and inundated with medical and psychiatric help and they will be so well taken care of that in three to four weeks they will come around.” I never identified the councillor and I spoke to six of them at length. And on Oct. 20 (Social housing opponents voice concerns), all you can report is that Pattje takes “exception to my comments”. Well, I take exception to the lack of proper reporting of my speech. On Nov. 3 (Social housing delay rejected), you used Coun. Bill Bestwick’s statement – “dishonest at best, deceitful at worst” – out of context. I was at the meeting and so were more than 560 people and he was talking about the process of consulting the public. He was not addressing this personally to the council and city staff that Couns. Bill Holdom and Fred Pattje were begging apologies for. If they wanted clarification, they should have come to the meeting when they were invited. Was it not Holdom who made the motion to delay the Bowen Road project? And then he calls out Bestwick for following his convictions and asking to do the same with the Uplands site until the public is properly and democratically consulted? I encourage everyone to vote correctly to put democracy back on the table in Nanaimo. Katia Langton Nanaimo
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Occupy movement demands fresh thinking The laws of physics tell us we can’t build a rocket that will travel faster than the speed of light, that gravity governs objects on Earth, and that perpetual motion machines are not possible. In chemistry, diffusion constants, reaction rates, and atomic properties set the limits of chemical
reactions and types of molecules that can be synthesized. Biology dictates our absolute need for clean air, clean water, clean soil, clean energy, and biodiversity for our survival and health. Those are laws of nature and we can’t change them. We have to live within their boundaries. Capitalism, free enter-
Peter Quinn Ramsay EDUCATION “BEAT” With School District 68 Trustee Nelson Allen I am writing some articles in the coming weeks to provide information to the public on important issues that affect members of our community. First of all, I am running for re-election to the Board of Education for Nanaimo-Ladysmith and if I am re-elected, I will continue to write these articles, at my expense, to report to my constituents. Students and parents must come first! For School Board elections voters should be aware that some candidates are attempting to revisit the closing of schools. The current school plan calls for stability and long term planning. To attempt to close Rutherford School, Departure Bay, Cilaire, Woodbank School, South Wellington School, North Oyster or Cedar Secondary School, as has been suggested at the last consultations of closures, will split communities apart. There are those who wish to see much larger elementary schools of 400 to 500 students when the best size for an elementary school is 200 to 350. The School Board consulted widely over a period of two years and the community said they wanted neighbourhood schools not large “factory schools”. In order to maintain neighbourhood schools, communities must continue to support that concept. Who are these forces in the community who wish to destroy our current system and force thousands of our children from early kindergarten thru grade 7 to spend 8 years housed in portables? That is what some folks want! Clearly the communities do not want this and this agenda must be resisted. For more information on how to work to keep your schools open visit www. nanaimoelections.ca. More on this in the next column.
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prise, the economy, corporations, currency, markets, and regional borders are not forces of nature. We invented them. If they don’t work, we can and must change them. Instead we try to alter nature to fit our priorities. Look at what happened at the Copenhagen Climate Summit in December 2009. We saw 192 nations gathered to deal with the atmosphere that belongs to no one – 192 national borders, 192 economic priorities, trying to shoehorn nature to fit our creations! We should be looking for ways to make our systems work with nature, not the other way around. It’s a message that’s starting to emerge from the Occupy movement.
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Claims of virus in salmon refuted by tests BY JEFF NAGEL BLACK PRESS
Federal testing has refuted claims that several wild salmon sampled in B.C. were infected with a deadly virus that has ravaged farmed fish stocks elsewhere in the world. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency said its tests at the national reference lab did not find any Infectious Salmon Anemia virus in the samples. “All the sampling done to this point in time is negative,” said Con Kiley, a veterinarian and acting director of the CFIA’s aquatic animal health program. “There have been no confirmed cases of ISA in wild or farmed salmon in B.C.” The CFIA retested all 48 salmon originally sampled by SFU researchers as well as hundreds more sampled at the same time that weren’t initially tested. It also tested other samples independent biologist Alexandra Morton collected and claimed were infected. Kiley said the results were consistent with the findings of a lab in Norway that also tested the samples. He said some of the results must be considered inconclusive because of the poor quality of the samples, which were kept in freezers for an extended period. More tests are continuing, he said, adding the CFIA and Department of Fisheries and Oceans felt it important to release the findings so far. A s ke d wh e n t h e CFIA might be able to say with confidence whether or not B.C. is ISA-free, he said it may not be possible. “‘All clear’ is not something we could probably ever say,” Kiley said. “It’s very hard to prove a negative. All we can do is state that we have not found a virus in all the sampling that’s
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Morton, who suspects fish farms imported the virus with Atlantic salmon eggs and transmitted it to wild stocks, said she’s not convinced by the CFIA results.
Reports of the firstever West Coast ISA infections had rocked the B.C. salmon farm industry. It also raised concern for wild stocks – not just in B.C. but
from U.S. officials in Alaska and Washington State. The B.C. Salmon Farmers Association executive director Mary Ellen Walling welcomed
the results. The “inflammatory” unconfir med report announced by SFU Oct. 17 seemed intended to “create as much hype as possible,” Walling said,
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By participating in the green bin food and kitchen waste program, Nanaimo householders are now sending almost 50 per cent less garbage to the landfill than a year ago. In October, the first full month with all city-serviced properties receiving green bin service, participating households sent 310 tonnes of food waste to the ICC Group Duke Point composting facility. The Green Bin Program impact is regionwide and goes beyond reducing household waste going to the landfill. Since 2005, Regional District of Nanaimo businesses and organizations involved in food services have been collecting their food waste for composting. Nanaimo has been a leader in recycling and waste reduction since 1987, when the city formally launched curbside recyclables collection. The Green Bin Program was introduced without significantly affecting collection user rates.
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The Nanaimo region might get a new seat in Parliament under the Fair Representation Act. Tim Uppal, federal minister of state for democratic refor m, announced new legislation last month that would add 30 new seats to the House of Commons, to 338, after the next election expected in 2015. The bill aims to give more balanced representation for provinces
with the highest population increases. B.C. and Alber ta would each get six new seats, while Ontario would get another 15 seats. Quebec would get three new seats, not because its population is rising, but due to a promise made by the Conservative government that Quebec would not be allowed to be under-represented relative to its population. If the bill is adopted, new seats would mean changes to electoral
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think that’s probably a fair bet,” said Allan War nke, Vancouver Island University political science professor. Warnke said he is concerned about Quebec appearing to have special status under the new act. “I think we just may be opening up a whole new round of how we look at the houses of parliament,” Warnke said. “That’s what I’m afraid of. I would have preferred to go just with the status quo. Period. Even if we’re under-represented. So what? That’s not a big deal really.” Jean C r o w d e r, N a n a i m o - C ow i ch a n NDP MP, also said the Nanaimo ridings could see adjustments to electoral boundaries based on the population. “You can’t take that to the bank at this point, but that’s what the early indicators are – is that our riding would see adjustment of electoral boundaries,” she said. Crowder said she would like to see more discussion on Canada’s voting process, representation and other
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New car buyers in B.C. will get a break of up to $5,000 if they choose a vehicle powered by electricity, hydrogen or compressed natural gas. The point-of-sale rebate unveiled by the provincial government is part of $17 million in funding to help rev up the future of clean energy vehicles in B.C. The $2,500-to-$5,000 rebate starts Dec. 1 and covers qualifying new battery electric, hydrogen fuel cell electric, plug-in hybrid electric and natural gas models. “Manufacturers are eager to launch their new electric, plug-in hybrid electric and fuel cell cars in markets that demonstrate both high demand and with infrastructure in place,” New Car Dealers Association of B.C. CEO Blair Qualey said. “B.C. is now one of those markets.” New Democrats noted incentives for electric cars aren’t new – B.C. had exempted them from PST until 2008. But Environment Minister Terry Lake predicted the rebates will encourage buyers to go green by reducing the cost of vehicles with
little to no emissions. Battery-powered electric cars cost as little as $300 per year in electricity compared to $1,500 or more for a gas-powered vehicle. Homeowners can also get up to $500 in rebates through LiveSmartBC if they install dedicated electric vehicle battery charging stations in their homes. That covers about a third of the cost of the specialized outlets, which cut recharging times in half to about six hours. Lake also pledged $6.5 million for electric vehicle charging points and upgrading existing hydrogen fueling stations. B.C. is also extending the Scrap-It program, which offers owners of heavily polluting older vehicles either cash or incentives like bus passes or car-share memberships to take their old gas guzzler off the road. The push toward electric cars will put more pressure on B.C.’s power grid. Green energy advocate David Field said B.C. needs to ensure the required power comes from renewable clean sources, not imported coal-fired electricity. The province is trying to restrain electricity rate increases at B.C. Hydro, raising doubts about whether it will continue to pay extra for green energy to foster new run-ofriver power plants and windmills. editor@nanaimobulletin.com
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George Anderson George Anderson decided to run for city council Nov. 19 because he sees Nanaimo at a crossroads. “It’s time for an approach to community development that sees everyone – families, singles, students, the disenfranchised, business owners – working
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Bill Bestwick Bill Bestwick is seeking his third consecutive term on city council, looking to set an example and reinforce his commitment to Nanaimo through policy and action. “It is imperative our city elects a strong and balanced representation of community leaders,” he said. “Leaders who have the strength, conviction, fortitude and vision necessary to take our city forward and reach its BESTWICK full potential.” A lifetime resident of Nanaimo, the 57-year-old was a member of the original Nanaimo Clipper 1972 Junior A Hockey Club and received a bachelor of arts degree from St. Louis University. Joining the Regional District of Nanaimo’s facility arena management team in 1980, Bestwick later managed the Great Pacific Forum in Delta and returned to Nanaimo in 1999 as general manager, head coach and later co-owner of the Clippers. For more information, please go to www.billbestwick.com cil when dealing with city staff, other levels of government and neighbouring communities,” she said. “Creativity is the engine of growth, and of course the foundation to creativity is involvement in the arts.” Born in Weirdale, Sask., Blundell has lived more than 40 years in Nanaimo and was a member of the Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission’s cultural committee and the Nanaimo Film Commission. She is a 21-year member of Altrusa
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A strong commitment to community has convinced Diane Brennan to run again for Nanaimo city council. The 60-year-old sat on council for two terms in 2002 and 2005, but was defeated in 2008 in her run for mayor. Enjoying her time on council, Brennan feels a lot was accomplished in her six years, but there is more to do. “I think we are at a crucial point in Nanaimo’s history. We’re moving slowly but steady from a BRENNAN small town to a city and we have to make sure we get this right,” she said. “We have all the pieces to solve the puzzle of social and economic development. We can’t make a lot of mistakes along this road.” A resident of Nanaimo since 1976, Brennan has served as a director on numerous nonprofit and charity boards including the United Way, Nanaimo Youth Services Association and the Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society. For more information, please go to www. electdianebrennan.ca.
Brunie Brunie Brunie Brunie isn’t running a hightech campaign for city council during this municipal election. No website, blog or Facebook … Brunie’s only contact is her telephone number – 250-618-3859. “That number is on my election signs because I want the public to talk to me. I want to hear what they have to say,” she said. A candidate in several federal, provincial and municipal elections, Brunie, 69, said her No. 1 issue in this campaign is economic development. BRUNIE “We’re living in the warmest area in all of Canada and should be producing all of our food locally and creating jobs through that,” she said. Born in Germany, Brunie moved to Canada in 1948, has lived for 40 years on Vancouver Island and the last 15 in Nanaimo. Past professions included teaching ballroom dancing, fashion consulting, owning a clothing boutique and selling real estate. She volunteers her time with Nanaimo Community Gardens and Nanaimo Foodshare Society.
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Chris Cathers is falling back on his education in hopes of getting elected to city council Nov. 19. A graduate of the former Malaspina University-College, the 32-year-old holds a degree in business management and anthropology. “Anthropology enables you to see from other people’s perspective. In politics, it’s definitely applicable,” he said. “You have to be able to see the point of view from everyone involved. If you can’t do that, you’re going to have a hard time understanding the problem and making deciCATHERS sions.” Working in construction, Internet marketing and web design, Cathers is a member of the Young Professionals of Nanaimo and a volunteer with the St. John Ambulance dog therapy program. He hopes to bring leadership and momentum to council. “My platform in based on a balanced economy, society and environment and how we can’t have one with out the others,” he said. For more information, please go to www.cathersforcouncil.com.
A second place finish in Nanaimo’s March by-election for city council only whetted Brian Fillmore’s appetite for municipal politics. Born in Nova Scotia, the 43-year-old has a degree in political science and says he has a passion for public service and is committed to Nanaimo’s future. “I really feel we’re at an important point in Nanaimo’s history and the public is ready for change,” he said. “The biggest thing I learned in the by-election is these hot-button issues that seem to polarize the FILLMORE community are all about openness of government. “I feel a lot of things in this town seem to get done behind closed doors and then thrown at the public last moment.” A sales representative with ABC Precast and Ready Mix, Fillmore served on Nanaimo’s Crystal Meth Task Force, volunteers for the Salvation Army and is a youth leader at ET Family Church. For more on Fillmore, please go to http://brianfillmore. com or e-mail info@brianforcouncil.com.
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Winning the city’s March by-election tgave Ted Greves a taste of municipal politics and the desire to continue. The 60-year-old retired firefighter said he’s gained a lot of knowledge in his time on council but there is much more learn. “I owe it to the people who voted for me to run again,” he said. “I’ve only been on council eight months and I’m just getting my feet wet.” Greves said his desire to run for council came from his work as president of Nanaimo Professional Firefighters GREVES Union Local 905, negotiating contracts with the city on behalf of the union. “I got to know the city, how it worked, what mattered, what didn’t matter,” he said. Issues on his platform for the Nov. 19 election include the social housing site on Uplands Drive, a hotel connected to the Vancouver Island Conference Centre and a foot ferry to Vancouver. And avid cyclist, Greves also enjoys playing hockey and golf. For more information, please go to http:// tedgreves.shawwebspace.ca.
Diana Johnstone is running a for a second consecutive term on city council because she feels her job is not yet completed. “There’s a definite learning curve and it’s not until halfway through your term that you become comfortable in your role. To just stop now just wouldn’t be right,” she said. “I’ve spent a lot of time and attended lot conferences at taxpayers’ expense to learn my position. I really want to put that knowledge to work.” The 70-yearold said her top priorities are a hotel linked to the Vancouver Island JOHNSTONE Conference Centre and a foot ferry between Nanaimo and Vancouver. “It’s all part of the big economic puzzle,” she said. Johnstone moved to Nanaimo in 1982 and has been a member of the Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission for the last 12 years. She has also been involved with the Port Theatre Society, Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Nanaimo. For more information, please go to www. dianajohnstone.ca.
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into another person every few minutes.” The three-man cast and six support crew went through two months of rehearsal to get the timing right. With 86 of the world’s greatest books to choose from, Chadwick said it’s hard to pick a favourite moment. “Coach explaining Little Women is a highlight for many people,” Chadwick said. “Think of your P.E. teacher explaining Little Women.” The play opens Schmooze Productions’ 12th season, which is their first as the resident theatre company at Nanaimo Centre Stage. The company will produce two mainstage plays – Great Books, as well as The Full Monty – a play festival, plus adult and improv acting classes. Schmooze partnered with Theatre B.C. and Bard to Broadway, in Qualicum, for its earlier shows. Most recently the company produced All Grown Up, a girlgroup musical at Malaspina Theatre, and last year’s
ABOVE: Jim Maher, left, Dean Chadwick and Dave Graham rehearse a scene from All the Great Books Abridged, opening this weekend at Nanaimo Centre Stage. LEFT: Chadwick enters as Odysseus, explaining in short form the classic tale of Homer’s Odyssey. PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED
Rocky Horror Picture Show at Centre Stage. Requests for adult acting classes and the need for rehearsal space with props, costumes and other equipment readily available led the company to set up shop in the downtown Nanaimo theatre. “We really wanted to be
in a place and call it home,” Chadwick said. Chadwick, who is a fourthgeneration Nanaimoite, said he also wanted to support downtown. Lux Accessories, on Commercial Street, is a ticket outlet and Milestone Winery is the wine supplier. Artwork by local artists is displayed in the building.
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Film captures war’s flying ace Eric Peterson, left, plays First World War flying ace Billy Bishop while John Gray provides the soundtrack in a film about the pilot’s life. It screens Thursday and Friday (Nov. 10-11) at Avalon Cinema at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED
A film inspired by one of the legendary flying aces of the First World War screens in Nanaimo for Remembrance Day. Billy Bishop Goes to War is a feature film inspired by the life of the pilot from Owen Sound, Ont. Canadian acting legend Eric Peterson and award-winning writer/composer John Gray reprise their iconic two-man stage play that has captivated audiences for more than three decades. Nearing the end of his life, an aged Bishop, played by Peterson, recounts the triumphs and horrors of the First World War, or as it was referred to at the time, “the war to end all wars”. Through raucous stories, haunting memories, and vibrant song, Bishop traces his journey from Royal Military College troublemaker to the top flying ace of the British Empire. A story of the human cost of war on a scale the world had never seen before, this is an intimate and powerful portrait of a man who continues to capture the imagination. Billy Bishop Goes to War screens at Avalon Cinema today (Thursday) and Friday (Nov. 11) at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets $6. Please call 250390-5018. For more information, please visit http://billy bishopgoestowar.com.
Wrong time printed Incorrect information was published in the Tuesday issue of the News Bulletin. In the article, titled Musician finally follows dream, the start time for the Malaspina Choir concert should have read 2 p.m. Information on the concert can be found at www.porttheatre.com. The News Bulletin regrets the error and any inconvenience it might have caused.
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An umbrella arts organization announced a new executive director to lead the group. ArtsBC, formerly called the Assembly of B.C. Arts Councils, named Sheryl McGraw to the position, effective January 2012. The organization represents the network of arts councils in B.C. McGraw took over administration of the organiza-
Norman Foote performs with local children during a concert at the Port Theatre Nov. 15.
tion during funding of Spirit programs and organized the annual conference and annual general meeting. Her adaptability, productivity, leadership and communication skills, combined with 15 years’ experience in the arts and cultural sector in B.C., led ArtsBC’s board of directors to conclude McGraw was the best person for the job. McGraw replaces Junko Sakamoto, who resigned in May. McGraw was a manager for 2010 Legacies Now, special projects coordinator for
the B.C. Touring Council and campaign manager for the Vancouver East Culture Centre capital campaign. “I am both delighted and honoured to be given this opportunity to continue to work with ArtsBC’s member organizations around the province, our partners, funders and with the remarkable people who work so hard to develop arts and culture in British Columbia,� McGraw said, in a press release. ArtsBC’s head office will be relocated from Nanaimo to Vancouver in the coming months.
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Singer followed laughs BY MELISSA FRYER THE NEWS BULLETIN
Hearing children laugh was enough for Norman Foote to know he was on the right career path. The musician was travelling the wilds of Australia with a family of puppeteers, providing musical accompaniment for the puppet show. It was the first kids show he performed, having met the puppeteers while busking in a city in New South Wales, in Australia. They wanted a new musician to join their tour, and the deal was sealed over dinner. “They had puppets everywhere and it fascinated me,� Foote said. They hit the road, the puppeteers in an RV and Foote following in his own vehicle, and toured Australian towns and villages for
the next five months. “It all ended up by accident and I realized it was just a natural fit for me,� Foote said. “It was an amazing experience.� He used his folk, blues and swing style on children’s music, writing for Disney, Shari Lewis and characters Toopy and Binoo, Max and Ruby. Last year he won the Juno Award for best children’s album for My New Shirt. That album had a strong Nanaimo connection, featuring John Forrest, a musician who plays with the Vancouver Island Symphony, who produced, co-wrote and played on many of the songs. The album was recorded at Raincoast Studios, by the late Jerry Paquette. “I call it my little CD that could,� Foote said.
During his Nanaimo concert at the Port Theatre Nov. 15, he is joined by a 150-voice choir made up of students from Davis Road Elementary and North Cedar Intermediate schools – a choir Foote dubs his ‘wall of sound’. The children’s teachers – Doug Roszmann and Lesley Croghan – teach parts of the songs and Foote appears to pull it all together. Throughout the actual concert, the 150-voice choir is seated on the stage to watch the show. “It’s very vibrant,� Foote said. “I’m kind of a modern-day vaudevillian.� The concert begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12. Please call 250754-8550 or visit www. porttheatre.com. For more information, please visit www. normanfoote.com.
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Orchestra plays classics The Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra aims to warm the soul with classical music. Cellist Helena Jung performs Haydn’s Concerto in C Major during the concert Saturday (Nov. 12), 7:30 p.m., at Brechin United Church. Also featured is A Downland Suite by John Ireland, a 1932 composition that elicits musical images of the very English Sussex countryside. Other works include: Three Pieces in Baroque Style by Krzysztof Penderecki; two pieces by William Walton from the 1944 film Henry V; and
Nanaimo Chamber Orchestra rehearses pieces for its upcoming concert. The show features cellist Helena Jung performing a Haydn concerto. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED
Handel’s Concerto Grosso op. 6, No.1. The ensemble of about 25 string players continues to develop under the direction of Karl Rainer. The orchestra wants to purchase a harpsichord and seeks donations. A $50 donation allows the donor to “buy” a key of their choice on the keyboard. Tickets to the concert are $20; $10/students; and free for children under 12 years of age. Tickets are available through the Port Theatre box office by calling 250-754-8550.
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ALL THE GREAT BOOKS, ABRIDGED by Schmooze Productions at Nanaimo Centre Stage Nov. 10-12, 17-19, 24-26, Dec. 1-3 at 8 p.m. Tickets $18. www.schmooze productions.com THE TABLESAW SHOW Nov. 16-18, 23-25 at 8 p.m. Tickets by donation ($18 recommended). jer@ fringetastic.com to reserve.
EVENTS IMAGINE PEACE with Around Town Tellers at Unitarian Fellowship, Friday (Nov. 11), 7:30 p.m. Admission $5. Call 250-758-4983. ANDY SIBBALD launches last of Ishigaq trilogy at Harbourfront library Saturday (Nov. 12), 1 p.m. MYSTERY WRITERS with Bruce Barrows, Sandy Frances Duncan and George Szanto at Harbourfront library Monday (Nov. 14), 4-6 p.m.
HOWIE JAMES BAND plays Lantzville Legion Friday (Nov. 11), 3-8 p.m. THE LUKE BLU GUTHRIE BAND plays Acme Food Co. Friday (Nov. 11), 7-10 p.m. THE BODY POLITIC and Dead Eyes Open play the Cambie Friday (Nov. 11). BABY JANE plays the Queen’s Friday (Nov. 11). MATT WEBB from Marianas Trench plays allages show with Carly Rae Jepsen at Headliners Saturday (Nov. 12) at 7 p.m. Tickets $15/ advance from Lucid and Headliners; $20/ door.
DONNIE GINTER GROUP plays Harewood Arms Saturday (Nov. 12). BATTLE OF THE BANDS with Schizophonic and S.L.A.G.S. at the Cambie Saturday (Nov. 12). ALEX HICKS and Kendall Patrick play the Lighthouse Pub Saturday (Nov. 12) at 8 p.m. Tickets $10. FAURE REQUIEM by Malaspina Choir, with guests Cantablie Chamber Choir and Vancouver Island Symphony, at the Port Theatre Sunday (Nov. 13) at 2 p.m. Tickets $25; $15/students. Call 250-754-8550.
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The VIU Mariners scored a breakthrough last year, achieving their goal of a provincial championship. Then, when they got to nationals, they discovered they might need to set their sights even higher. So that’s what they’ve done. The 2011-12 Mariners are a group of players who could certainly return to nationals, and what’s more, go one better than bronze when they get there. Coach Tony Bryce said he drew from the experience of last year’s big tournament and set out to add athleticism and experience. “We’ve got a bunch of new personalities and new characters and new impact-type guys,” said Bryce. “It’s going to take some time for that to come together, maybe moreso than in past years, but the potential’s there.” It’s more of a recharge than a reset. The team graduated its top scorer Andrew Kaban, but the rest of the core returns, led by high-scoring point guard Jacob Thom and fierce rebounder Patrick McCarthy. The newcomers include a pair of Americans – guard Brandon Jones and forward Richard Townsend – who can both be top scorers. Two other additions are Nanaimo products Greg Gillies and Jason McKee. Gillies, part of Dover Bay’s 2007 B.C. high school championship team, is a versatile high-energy forward; McKee, who led last year’s Dover team, plays with full effort.
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Vancouver Island University Mariners basketball player Brandon Jones, middle, takes the ball into the paint during an exhibition game against the Ball State Cardinals this summer at the VIU gym.
“I don’t think this group’s going to be outstanding early, but I think in the end this group has the potential to be maybe the best group we’ve ever had,” said Bryce. Players have to work at it and take baby steps over the course of the season, he said. “It’s coming along,” said McCarthy. “It always takes time every year … We always make it work.”
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Bryce schedules incredibly difficult pre-seasons every fall and this year was more of the same, with games against NCAA, NAIA and CIS teams. It means the M’s should be ready to jump into the Pacific Western Athletic Association’s regular-season play starting Friday (Nov. 11) against the Langara Falcons. “The league’s going to be extremely tough,” said Bryce.
“I think that in itself will help get you ready for the national tournament if you’re lucky enough to make it.” GAME ON … VIU faces Langara Friday at 8 p.m. at the Vancouver Island University gym, then hosts the Kwantlen Eagles on Saturday at 3 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for seniors and alumni and $2 for VIU students. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
VIU women get excited by ranking Every basketball team talks about its championship aspirations at this time of year. With the VIU Mariners women, that goal is an achievable one. They believe it and so do the rest of the college teams in Canada – the M’s go into the regular season ranked No. 2 by the Canadian Colleges’ Athletic Association. “It’s obviously nice, but it also puts a target on our backs,” said Kayla Gromme, VIU point guard. “It’s more pressure on us especially since we have been ranked high last year, as well, and we ended up choking.” The M’s had a strong 2010-11 season but settled for fourth at provincial championships. In an effort to go one better, the Mariner women have worked harder than ever to prepare for a new season, said Gromme. “People are more focused on the goal that we have for the end of the season as well, which makes us want to push through the regular season,” she said. Coach Bill McWhinnie has slowed things down this year to let the group find its way early on and hopefully peak at playoffs. “It’s going to take time for that chemistry and that bonding to take place…” he said. “We’re still a ways away from where we can be but what we’ve done is encouraging.” ◆ See ‘INSIDE’ /B3
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In a way, the early portion of the B.C. Hockey League season comes full circle this weekend. The Nanaimo Clippers visit the Powell River Kings for games Friday (Nov. 11) and Saturday. It’s the exact same way the season began a month and a half ago – back-to-back road games against the tough Kings – so it’s a chance for the Clips to see what progress they’ve made since then. “Definitely it will be a measuring stick,” said Josh Phillips, Clippers defenceman. “I think we’re a completely different team than we were at the beginning of the year.” Nanaimo is “clicking as a team” these days, Phillips said, as it’s won six of seven games.
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Nanaimo Clippers centreman Trevor Fitzgerald, front, wins a race to the puck against an Alberni Valley Bulldogs opponent during a B.C. Hockey League game Friday at Frank Crane Arena.
He mentioned offensive production, 60-minute efforts and strong special teams play as reasons for the hot streak. Graeme McCormack, Clippers alternate captain, said there’s a “huge difference” between the Nanaimo team that opened the season at Powell River and the one that returns there this weekend. “We’ve come a long way,” he said. “We’ve honed in on a ton of things that we’ve been trying to do and we’ve started to
execute more and it’s starting to show.” The Clippers are the BCHL’s best road team, so it doesn’t matter much that the Kings’ Hap Parker Arena has a reputation as a tough place to play. “The way we’re playing right now, we don’t really see it that way,” McCormack said. “We’re excited, it’s just a different rink to go play in.” Nanaimo (9-5-0-3) and Powell River (10-5-2) are starting a stretch of three straight games
against each other. The Clippers view it a bit like a threegame series, starting with Game 1 on Friday. “Really the focus right now is just to play well on Friday night in their building and prepare for that one game at this point,” said Mike Vandekamp, Clippers coach. GAME ON … The Clippers and Kings are slated to face off at 7:30 p.m. both Friday and Saturday at Powell River. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
High school girls’ volleyball players really dig playoff time, and it’s here. Dover Bay Secondary School hosts the AAAA North Island championships starting today (Nov. 10) and the rest of Nanaimo’s senior girls’ v-ball teams will be embroiled in playoff action at out-of-town tournaments. The Dover Bay Dolphins girls have dealt with adversity to reach this point in the season, as injuries have tested their depth. They’ve met the challenge and now go into North Islands as favourites ahead of teams like Carihi, Frances Kelsey and G.P. Vanier. “We’ve been the top-ranked team on the Island all year, so it’s just a matter of us playing well,” said Dave Nelson, the team’s coach. A winning result this weekend would give the Dolphins a more favourable path through the more challenging Island championships the following weekend. “You always want to give yourself the best shot,” Nelson said. “It definitely sets up better if you can place well.” Dover’s first game today is at 4 p.m. against Cowichan. Another local team with a great shot at a North Island crown is the single-A Cedar Spartans, who take the court at Campbell River. NDSS is among the favourites in AAA, with Wellington also in the mix, and Barsby and Woodlands will aim to get through AA North Islands. To read an expanded version of this story, visit www.nanaimobulletin.com
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Inside game will be key to success â&#x2014;&#x2020; From /B1 Almost everyone is back this year, but without graduated shooting guard Katie Pearson, the offence will look a little different. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our strength is totally our inside play,â&#x20AC;? said Bill McWhinnie. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So our focus now is to play physical and get the ball inside.â&#x20AC;? Gromme can shoot from outside, drive the lane or pass the ball to a group of veteran forwards led by Brittany Knievel, Sarah Fraser and Richelle Rafnkjelson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hopefully we can push people around lotsâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;? said Knievel. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re stronger, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re another year older. [The inside game] has been great in the past and we just want to keep getting better. We want to dominate inside and out.â&#x20AC;? Newcomers on the Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s include Jocelyn Jones, a U.S. community college all-star, and freshmen Viv Veerman and Jamie MacFarlane. The Mariners have potential â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they know it, the rankings show it. So it gives them something to prove. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really exciting to be ranked that high,â&#x20AC;? Knievel said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But then again, we still have to keep coming to practice every day and working because no oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just going to give us second place at nationals. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got to make it there.â&#x20AC;? GAME ON â&#x20AC;Ś The Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s take on Langara on Friday (Nov. 11) at 6 p.m. at the VIU gym, then host Kwantlen on Saturday at 1 p.m. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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Nanaimo United is scoring goals, but isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t preventing enough to win these days. The cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Div. 1 menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vancouver Island Soccer League team dropped a 5-2 decision to Gordon Head on Friday in Victoria, a week after falling 4-2 to Cowichan FC in another road game. The losses came against the VISLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top offensive teams, and United can take a moral victory
from being able to score two goals against a Cowichan team that has allowed only three goals total in its nine games this season. GAME ON â&#x20AC;Ś The United Div. 1 men (2-4-2) visit Gorge (2-5) on Friday in Victoria. Next home action for the team is Nov. 19, when Juan de Fuca (1-7) visits Merle Logan Field for a 7 p.m. game.
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Playoffs require perfection. Now that every game is a must-win, the Barsby Bulldogs AA varsity football team knows it has to raise its level of play. The Bulldogs’ undefeated regular season makes them playoff favourites and gives them home-field advantage, but not much else. If they intend to give themselves a chance to duplicate last year’s provincial championship, they have to continue to eliminate mistakes. “They’re costly against good teams, and if you’re in the playoffs you’re a good team,” said Rob Stevenson, Barsby coach. The good team the ’Dawgs face on Friday (Nov. 11) is Clarence Fulton, out of Vernon. Even though the Bulldogs hope Friday is the first of several playoff games, they’ll step onto the field focused, said Steve Morg an, of fensive lineman. “We’re just going to have to improve each week and not look ahead,” he said. “The next opponent is the most important thing on our agenda.” That’s been the case all year. Because the ’Dawgs are defending champs, it’s required extra focus all year not to take things for granted.
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Barsby Bulldogs running back Jacob Odynsky, front, gains yardage during this past Saturday’s road game against the South Delta Sun Devils.
“Last year’s team was perfection, it was textbook. This year we’re trying to fill the boots of last year’s team, of course we are,” said Brad Robson, Barsby linebacker. “In playoffs, we need to realize that we lose one game and we’re out and there’s no going back.” Every aspect of football is more important at this time of year. Robson said the Bulldogs need to practise harder and play harder. “We need to actually do what we say,” he said. “We say a lot
of things and we don’t bring it out on the football field.” The Bulldogs’ homefield advantage brings them to the artificial turf at Merle Logan Field on Friday rather than the more familiar mud at John Barsby Community Secondary School. So the ’Dawgs are hoping the city’s football fans will help create home-field atmosphere. “We play better with every person that’s in the crowd hollering for us,” Stevenson said. “When Nanaimo’s behind us we feel like Supermen.”
GAME ON … The Bulldogs and Maroons kick off Friday at 1:30 p.m. … The NDSS Islanders start Tier 2 varsity playoffs Friday against Moscrop at 1:45 p.m. at NDSS field. sports@nanaimobulletin.com
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Silvertips give themselves a chance It isn’t too soon for the North Island Silvertips to be thinking about holiday-season hockey. N a n a i m o ’s B . C . Major Midget League team (6-6) swept a home-and-home series against the South Island Thunderbirds this past weekend to boost its position in the standings. The seventh-place ’Tips are close to the sixth-place standing they need to qualify for the Mac’s Midget Tournament in Calgary after Christmas. Most years the Silvertips have to settle for the runner-up prize, a berth at the Richmond International Hockey Tournament. “They know what Richmond is, but they want to go experience the best competition and that’s going to be in Calgary,” said Dan Lemmon, coach of the Silvertips.
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Jordan Levesque, alternate captain on the ’Tips, said it would be “really important” to get to the Mac’s. “Last year we didn’t make it … and it doesn’t feel good,” he said. “It was one of our goals at the beginning of the year so hopefully we can get that.”
Chase Lang led Nanaimo with a pair of two-goal games against the T-birds and Michael Herringer played in net all weekend. GAME ON … The Silvertips visit the Vancouver Northeast Chiefs (8-4) this Saturday (Nov. 12) and Sunday on the mainland.
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don’t know why minivans have fallen off the radar screen so quickly with the buying public. Perhaps it’s their boxy shape and the fact that many people are now willing to sacrifice a bit practicality to get a better handling, more stylish vehicle like the current crossovers on the market. Nevertheless, the venerable old minivan still remains the favoured mode of transportation for many families who want a vehicle with lots of space inside to haul up to eight people, plus some cargo to boot. Honda has set its sights on taking a bigger share of the minivan pie with the introduction of the fourth generation of its popular Odyssey for 2011. There are no radical changes this time around; the goal was to refine rather than re-define the Odyssey and Honda seems to have achieved that goal. For 2011, the Odyssey has a new look inside and out. As with any minivan, the Odyssey still basically resembles a box on wheels, but Honda has added an interesting “lightning-bolt” chrome styling element along the beltline to make it stand out from the competition, which includes the re-styled 2011 Toyota Sienna
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The Touring model features a navigation system and other high-tech features.
My tester was a top-of-theline Touring model. The base LX starts below the starting price for the comparable model last year, but with a significant upgrade in content. I used the Odyssey for a trip north of the city to cottage country for a midwinter oldtimers hockey tournament. With two buddies on board along with four hockey bags and luggage for the weekend, it was easy to
see why so many families couldn’t do without their minivan. The power rear tailgate and power side doors made easy access to the cavernous storage space in back. Lugging bags in and out of a vehicle is not always easy, but it is with the Odyssey, a fact not lost on families who have children involved in sporting activities. Even with several passengers on board, power from the 3.5-litre 24-valve SOHC V6 engine is more than adequate. This is the only engine choice and it generates 248 horsepower. My tester had the six-speed automatic transmission, while a five-speed is standard on all trim levels except the Touring. With a weight reduction of 43 kilograms over the previous model, Honda says the Odyssey will accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds, plenty of power for passing or merging into high-speed traffic. At the same time there is a one litre per 100km drop in fuel consumption. This is achieved in part by variable cylinder management which works on the principle that the vehicle only requires a fraction of its available power at cruising speeds, so it runs on three, four or six cylinders. ◆ See ‘MINIVAN’ /B14
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Volkswagen replaces popular Passat with CC sedan
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The CC will make its world debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show before going on sale.
Vo l k sw a g e n h a s released the first images of its new CC which will be officially unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show this month. If it looks familiar, don’t be surprised: more than 270,000 peo-
new bi-xenon headlights and topped with a reprofiled bonnet. The bumper is different, too, with a new extra air intake, and silver-coloured ‘winglets’ that frame the fog lights. Along the side, the
ple across the world have been won over by its predecessor the Passat. At the front, the new radiator grille has strong horizontal lines that represent Volkswagen’s new design direction, flanked by
frameless doors are carried over from the previous model, but more sculpted sills, revised bumpers and the new bonnet add up to create a subtly updated silhouette. While the name may have changed, a
comprehensive list of standard equipment remains and expands to include features such as the standard driver alert system and front head restraints with four-way adjustment, to reduce the risk of whiplash.
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Nissan makes to-do list of green goals Nissan will hold itself accountable as it seeks to become more environmentally conscious. The automaker announced a new six-year environmental plan, Nissan Green Program 2016. This new plan will focus on three areas: reduction of carbon footprint, shift to renewable energy and an increase in the diversity of resources used by Nissan. Nissan Green Program 2016 aims to deliver the following by the end of fiscal year 2016: ◆ No.1 in zero-emission vehi-
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Holiday market at Beban Park Holiday enthusiasts don’t have to wait for December as parks, recreation and culture hosts its Nanaimo Christmas Market, Nov 18-20 at Beban Park Social Centre. New components of the market this year include a free Santa’s workshop for kids, and workshops for the doit-yourself Christmas decorator including seasonal centrepieces and Christmas angels. Public skating is also available. For more information, please call 250-7565200.
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Rich Dutka, left, and Terry Opheim, second from the left, present Maeve O’Byrne of the Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation, and Dr. Robin Love of Nanaimo Regional General Hospital’s palliative care unit, with a cheque for $12,295 from the Ron Opheim Memorial Golf Tournament.
Tourney honours life A beautiful day on the golf course was one of Ron Opheim’s favourite ways to pass the time. So it’s only fitting that family, friends and co-workers took part in the Ron Opheim Memorial Golf Tournament Sept. 24 in Parksville to remember him. “We had 65 golfers and a 120 people for the dinner. It was a great turnout for Ronnie,” said Rich Dutka, who worked with Opheim for 18 years and grew up with him in Nanaimo. Opheim, who lost his battle with cancer June 15, played and coached hockey in Nanaimo, managed a Shoppers Drug Mart store in Terminal Park and had a 20-year career in the newspaper business with Black Press. Dutka said Opheim made a lot of friends and contacts over the years, but it was the newspaper advertising business that was
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November 15, 2011 • PARKSVILLE LEGION BRANCH 49 1:30 - 3 pm, doors open at 1 pm THE CANADIAN SOCIETY FOR ASBESTOS VICTIMS (CanSAV.ca) a non-profit society committed to providing support, advocacy and outreach presents AN INFORMATION SESSION FOR FAMILIES IMPACTED BY ASBESTOS RELATED DISEASES.
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Thai culture is shining bright during Loy Krathong – the Thai Full Moon Festival, Nov. 14 at Cavallotti Hall. The festival gives praise to the water spirits with people setting decorated lanterns afloat in the rivers to rid themselves of bad luck. The Nanaimo event begins at 4 p.m. and include a Miss Full Moon contest, an exhibition of Latin dancing by Forever Yung Dance Studio from Parksville, Thai dancing, a buffet dinner and a Loy Krathong Lantern parade. For more information, please e-mail roslaren2002@yahoo.ca.
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tailor-made for him. “It’s a real people business and Ronnie excelled at Black Press,” he said. “I don’t know that he had an equal who did as well as he did.” Organizers of the golf tournament tried to make the event as fun as possible, something Opheim would have enjoyed. “There were tears shed in remembering Ron, but it was a celebration of his life,” said Dutka. “People had fun, it was a great day, a great meal and we were able to raise few bucks.” The tournament raised $12,295 to help refurbish the garden in Nanaimo Regional General Hospital’s palliative care unit. “When Ron was in palliative care, he would go out there and really enjoy it,” said Dutka. “It reminded him of his garden at home beside the lake.”
With the Christmas season quickly approaching, independently owned toy stores across the country are celebrating Neighbourhood Toy Store Day Saturday (Nov. 12). N a n a i m o ’s Ko o l and Child, at 102-2517 Bowen Rd., is taking part in the national event from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., offering a store-wide scavenger hunt, the great Perplexus Challenge, a chance to win tickets to see Norman Foote at the Port Theatre Nov. 17 and a West Coast Winter Family Fun gift basket. Partial proceeds from every sale go to the Nanaimo-Ladysmith Schools Foundation. The foundation makes sure students have the best chance to succeed in school and in life, Carolyn Kool, owner of Kool and Child, said in a press release. “Neighbourhood Toy Store Day is an opportunity to get to know your local toy store, have fun with your kids, experience the
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A JAZZY PASTA BOUQUET to Country Grocer, Pepsi, Long and McQuade and Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory for supporting the Wellington Band Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser. A TASTIEST-BEEF-IN-AGES bouquet. The best pizza in town is at Milano’s Ristorante. This place has the juiciest, most mouth watering, tastiest pizza we’ve had in a long time. Thank you for delivering your flyer recently. A BOUQUET to all the kids who trick or treated on Sandra Road, off Rock City Road, on Halloween. What a nice group of kids they were this year. Without exception, they were polite and I think every single one of them said ‘Thank you’ after receiving a treat. Halloween was a true pleasure. What great kids. A HUGE BOUQUET OF WET PUPPY KISSES to Linda Thomas, nurse educator at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. I would like to acknowledge your hard work and dedication to educating younger and established health care workers. In times of health care crises and politics, I admire your stamina and insight. Stay true to yourself. KUDOS to Mike L. at Nanaimo Toyota for great customer service. He went above and beyond to help us with a warranty issue. We wouldn’t hesitate to use Nanaimo Toyota again, thanks to Mike. A DAZZLING BOUQUET to Bastion Jewellers for reviving a veteran’s uniform capbadge that had become tarnished at no cost.
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A BOUQUET OF ROSES to our bantam girls’ soccer team at Pleasant Valley Elementary School. They are a tremendous group of girls who have played hard all season. We are heading to the playoffs. Best of luck girls, you are all awesome. A TREASURE CHEST OF GLITTERING GOLD to the fabulously friendly owner of Pirate Chips. I wanted to take my three wee buccaneers out for a special lunch and you made it memorable. They left with bellies full of grog and rations and heaps of pirate treasure to boot. A HUGE BOUQUET AND LOTS OF HUGS to the person who found my November bus pass. I was so upset that I lost it. ANOTHER BOUQUET to the kind lady who lent me bus money because I had lost my pass and didn’t have any change. Thank you again and hopefully I will run into you some day so I can pay you back. WISHES OF WARM SUNSHINE to the individual who found my wallet in the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre parking lot recently and turned it in, with all contents inside. Thank you for your honesty and kindness. It is sincerely appreciated. A BOUQUET OF EXTRA CHEESE to Mambo’s pizza. Your pizza is always delicious and your staff are always friendly. From a repeat customer. A HAPPY HALLOWEEN to the gleaning crew who came to pick our excess apples (and also cleared up all the ones that fell). They left the orchard in good condition. I
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would not hesitate to have them back. Coco enjoyed playing with the children, too. From all the ladies on Eighth Street. A BI-YEARLY ENORMOUS BOUQUET to the wonderful folk at the Nanaimo River Salmon Hatchery, particularly Dianna, Larry, Katie and Crystal. Our recent class visit to you was as enriching as I have come to expect, having visited your facility for years in both the fall and the spring. Thanks for contributing your expertise to the grateful Grade 1 students at Seaview Elementary School. YET ANOTHER BEEF to drivers who fail to use their signal lights. Like the black pickup that came to a full stop on the highway before turning into the mall. Or the white utility truck trying to cross two lanes of traffic. Not to mention the grey, mid-size SUV squeezing between vehicles at a stop light. The other drivers aren’t jerks. You are. A DIRTY, STICKY BEEF to the driver of the grey car that killed our beloved cat on Emerald Drive. My husband was witness to what happened and you didn’t even try to stop. We lost a family member that night and every day we have to look at the blood-stained road – a reminder of the carnage that was left behind. Slow down.
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A BEEF. Glad to hear the city isn’t backing down with the low-barrier housing near Uplands Drive. The one being built on Wesley Street has a daycare and seniors’ apartments close by. It’s only fair that there be no exceptions for the one to be built in the north end. A BEEF to the person griping about the neighbour making monkey sounds. It would appear you lack the cranial capacity to understand that there are many “normal” people living in rural areas as well as in the city. And if you think that only normal people live in the city, I suggest you leave your sheltered life once in a while and visit Vancouver, because you certainly haven’t been there yet. A RETURN BEEF to the person beefing about high shelves in grocery stores. Perhaps if you weren’t so vertically challenged, you wouldn’t have trouble reaching items on the shelf. The reason for putting items high up on the shelf is for the convenience of the employees. Perhaps if you followed the advice of the signs/employees, you wouldn’t have hurt yourself. A BEEF to drivers who make lefthand turns off the Island Highway between St. George Street and the Pearson Bridge between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Also a beef to the city for not making the no left turn rule from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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A LARGE PIZZA WITH AN EXTRA TOPPING OF UNPROFESSIONALISM to a northend pizza place. I stupidly left my credit card at the counter after a transaction, called to confirm it was there and asked for it to be put aside in a safe place until I could make it back to pick it up. I go back the next day to see my credit card displayed for anyone to see. The lack of common sense is appalling. A HOMEGROWN, ORGANIC BEEF to the organizers of the outdoor market for hanging Buddhist prayer flags over the entranceway. Please add crucifixes, Stars of David, etc. so all feel welcome, not just those sharing your religious views. Better yet, just keep religion out of it. A BEEF to Port Place shopping centre for trading “my” clock tower for a roadway. I rely on that clock when I go downtown. Put it back. A SHAME-ON-YOU BEEF to whoever removed the two crosses and other things that were at the roadside memorial for the two little boys who lost their lives by the Cassidy Inn. A HYDRO DUMB AND DUMBER BEEF. How long is it going to take to pay for a smart meter and its installation when I use only $25 worth of electricity a month? The CEOs sure knew when to grab the six-digit package and run. A BEEF to the people tenting/ loitering/trespassing at the downtown plaza. Your attitude is one of me-ism. Instead of chronically taking from society, get a job and pay your taxes. There are lots of jobs with high pay available in northern B.C. Get some backbone and stand on your own feet instead of being the leeches that you are. A BIG PILE OF CANINE CACA to the people who brought their dogs to the Guy Fawkes night at the East Wellington firehall. Most dogs do not enjoy the noise of fireworks and they were very agitated and upset. Next time leave them at home so everyone is happy.
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April 14, 1914 ~ September 1, 2011 Doug is dearly remembered as an accomplished watercolorist and commercial artist who had a delightful sense of humor and a pioneer spirit. After serving in the Canadian Navy during World War II he and his wife, Margaret, settled in Wildwood Park just outside of Winnipeg. They moved to Southern California in 1954. Doug worked as a commercial artist in Southern California where a highlight of his career was doing creative visualization for the Naval Civil Engineering Lab. In retirement, Doug was able to devote more time to his watercolor painting, and after moving to Vancouver Island in 1988 he became a participating artist at The Old School House Arts Centre in Qualicum Beach. Doug is survived by Margaret, his beloved wife of 72 years; their two daughters, his son-inlaw, two grandsons, and nieces and nephews.
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(nee Grogan, Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Rourke, Kennedy)
Wally & Bernice Mykityshyn
November 24, 1923 ~ November 3, 2011 With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of Winnifred Casterman on November 3, 2011 at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Born November 24, 1923 in Pennsylvania, U.S.A., Winn was predeceased by her daughter, Patricia Ann (1971); husband, Francis H. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Rourke (1981); second husband, William Kennedy (1998); and son, Dennis (2007). She is survived by her husband, Lucien Casterman; her daughters: Mary Mejlholm (Helge) of Nanaimo and Louise Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Rourke Wallwork (Paul) of Maple Ridge B.C.; son, Timothy Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Rourke (Shelagh) of Maple Ridge B.C.; brother, John Grogan (Joan) of Edmonton AB; niece, Judy Litton (Guy) and nephew, Will McLeod (Diana) of Nanaimo, as well as her beloved grandchildren: Lucienne, Danielle (Ty), Karl (Mariel), Sonja and Erin, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kids.â&#x20AC;? The family would like to extend sincere thanks to Dr. Forrester and Dr. Helinki and the 5th ďŹ&#x201A;oor nursing staff for their wonderful care of Mom. Winn touched the lives of so many people with her vivacious â&#x20AC;&#x153;joie de vivreâ&#x20AC;? and generosity of spirit and time. She will be forever cherished by many friends and relatives. A Celebration of Life was held on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at Trinity Ecumenical Centre, 6234 Spartan Rd., Nanaimo. Prayers were held at Trinity on Tuesday, November 8, 2011. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice, in Winnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory.
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November 17th 1:00pm to 3pm at the Beban Park Recreation Centre Opportunity to learn about 2012 Funding Application. MEDICAL/DENTAL CDA Family dental practice in Parksville area is searching for a Certified Dental Assistant to help with chair side duties. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, positive, work well in a team environment.
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HAULING AND SALVAGE GARY FORTIN’S HAULING. One call does it all. Clean-up and disposal. (250) 618-1413. 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.
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REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY Maximum Yield Publications, an international Gardening Magazine based in Nanaimo, BC, publishing magazines in 4 different countries, requires an experienced GRAPHIC ARTIST. The successful candidate will be able to work competently in a fastpaced, deadline oriented environment. You will be highly skilled in design and layout and competent in Adobe CS-5 including Indesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Web knowledge is also an asset. A competitive salary and benefit package will be offered to the successful candidate. If you are looking to join an industry leading company, that is continuing to expand, please send your complete resume to: Don Moores, Maximum Yield Publications 2339 A Delinea Pl., Nanaimo, BC V9T 5L9 Email: don@maximumyield.com
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Healthy Sexuality & Aging Needs Assessment Project Options for Sexual Health (OPT) is conducting a communityy assessment exploring p g the sexual health resource needs of elderlyy p people p residing g in assisted living facilities (ALF) within the Central Vancouver Island Area. We are looking for unmarried residents, age fiftynine plus, as well as directors of assisted living g facilities for one-on-one, one-hour interviews. The questions will be solely focused on what perceived barriers and opportunities p pp exist within a given facility. The assessment will be conducted throughout g November/December 2011 with findings available in March 2012. For further questions/information regarding this project, please call (250)729-8750 or email j jbecker@optcbc.org p g This project is funded byy the Public Health Agency of Canada.
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BLUE OX Home Services. Expert Handyman & Renovation Services: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, tiling, painting, lawn & garden. Refs avail. Insured. 250-713-4409.
6’ CASHMERE Spruce Christmas tree, very real looking, $80 obo. (250)585-7433.
NANAIMO DOWNTOWN 3 bdrm,1.5 bath, on-site laundry. NS/NP. $900. 250-754-1547.
Aquarium filter cartridge for Whisper 20:,40:, C20, 30, 40, 60. Box of 10; $10. 755-1160
NANAIMO- TOTALLY reno’d 3 bdrms. Avail immed. Nice, clean, W/D. NS/NP. 1 yr lease req’d. (250)797-2411.
OCEAN VIEW- bright, quiet, 1 bdrm, 4 piece bath, NS/NP. Utils incld w/internet & cable, W/D. Professional female. $475/mo. 250-751-2454.
N. NANAIMO- 2 bdrm. Close to Woodgrove Mall. NS/NP. Refs req. $900. utils/cable/hydro included. 250-390-4692.
NORTH NANAIMO- 3 bdrms, 5 appls, newly reno’d. NS/NP. Available Dec 1. $1200+ utils. (250)739-2087. www.twitter.com/NanaimoHome
ARTIFICIAL Tree: nice, (250)729-9280
TOWNSITE- ADULT bldg, 2 bdrms, 2 balconies, clean & fresh. NS/NP. Available now. $750. 1/2 month free rent with lease. (250)758-4871
BRYAN GRIFFIN CONSTRUCTION experienced in new home construction, home renos, doors & windows , vinyl siding & soffits and more. Free estimates. 250-390-2601. EXP. CARPENTER/Handyman: Renos, Framing, Concrete formed, placed & finished Sheds, decks & fencing. No job too small. Great rates & References. Derrick 816-8646
LANDSCAPING BULLY’S LANDSCAPING. Fall Clean-up Specials: Pruning, yard clean-up, irrigation blow-outs. Bobcat & excavating services. All your landscaping needs. 250-585-7177.
MOVING & STORAGE 2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)753-6633.
CHRISTMAS green. $15.
ARTIFICIAL XMAS Tree, 7’ like new. Lights and xmas balls incld. $50. 250-758-6577
WARM CENTRAL, 1B/R condo, $630/mo. Partly furnished. Bus to door,N/S-N/P 758-9895
BAG OF Toddler shoes, $10. Jumperoo, $75. Size 3x snow suit, $10. (250)585-7411.
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BRENTWOOD TOOL box, 10”x12”, full of new tools, $89. Call 250-758-2786.
CEDAR: River view! new, 3 rooms + bath.$875/m all inclusive. N/S. 604-649-4606 (preferred) or 250-323-0803.
COLLECTIBLE DOLLS- 7 baby face 1990, $45. (250)758-8056.
HOLLY HILL- 3 bdrms, 2 bath, F/S, W/D hook-up, clean, new paint, carpet. $975. NP/NS. Available Dec 1. (250)758-4871.
Harvey Edwards, famous print, “Ballet Point Slippers”. Ex. cond. $35. (250)729-3881 LAUNDRY TUB, Fiat H.D., white, 33”x23”x2.5’ Very good cond., $15. 1 (250)390-0780
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES CEDAR BY The Sea, lrg 2 bdrm duplex, ocean view, F/P, W/D, covered prkg, private yard, $850, avail now, call 250-722-0044.
MAYTAG DISHWASHER, aprox. 7yrs old, works well, $95. (250)585-8085 Mirror Closet sliding doors, gold rim, 60x80. Very good cond. $60. (250)758-2297
(DEPARTURE BAY) 4 bdrms, 2 bath, 1800sq ft, sxs, 5 appls. RV parking, pets ok. $1275. Now. 1-250-598-6034.
OAK COFFEE table, good cond. newer style, a few stains. $40.obo. 250-740-1176
NANAIMO- 2 BDRM+ den. W/D. NS/NP, 1 yr lease. Avail Dec 1. $875. (250)797-2411.
PANASONIC GENIUS microwave, 1200 watts. New cond. $25. 1 (250)753-2883
PAINTING A-ONE PAINTING and Wallpapering. Serving Nanaimo for 28 years . Senior Discount. Free estimates. 250-741-0451
ISLAND WIDE PAINTING & RENOS Now servicing Nanaimo. New construction, repaints. Intro special 12% discount. We pay HST... 24% total with this ad.
Call Rick: (250)585-3942 or (250)954-3942 Vancouver Island Painting
Interior ~ Exterior FREE ESTIMATES. (250) 667-1189
PLUMBING RETIRED PLUMBER Journeyman. Repairs & renovations. (250)390-1982
RUBBISH REMOVAL DYNAMITE DEAN’S Rubbish Removal. Prompt, professional service. “No Messing Around!” 250-616-0625, 250-754-6664.
PETS PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING - NO CAGES. I will care for your much loved cat(s) in my home. They get their own room with a home setting. Min. 7-day or long term stay. Limited space, book ahead! (250)740-5554
PETS FREE: CAT to good home, 10 yr old neutered male. For details call (250)751-4583. FRENCH BULLDOG PUPPIES!! maandpawfrenchbulldogs.com 604309-5333 char04@shaw.ca
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FREE ITEMS FREE: OFF white carpet, 11’ x 13’, in good condition. Call 250-758-7328. FREE. OLDER Fridge, 24”Wx56”Hx27”D, works well. (250)758-1051
FRIENDLY FRANK 2 BRAND new ceramic Christams houses, 12 yrs old. $12. ea. (250)753-9363 36” SANYO TV, works great, $50 obo. Call 250-754-1773.
POCKET BOOKS, good authors, a give away at $1.00 ea. (250)729-0875 ROYAL ALBERT petit point, cream & sugar set, $45. Sm tray, $30. (250)756-2578. SEARS ELECTRIC HD dryer good working order clean, $85. (250)751-5257. SET OF 5lb. vinyl dumbbells in new condition, $10 for the pair. Call Kevin 250-585-4871. WHITE PEDESTALS for GE Washer & Dryer, $80 for the pair. (250)756-9677 Women’s black med zippered lining leather coat, very good cond. $60. 250-753-0744.
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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
NANAIMO (DIVER Lake) upper 2bdrm duplex, 1000sqft, W/D, D/W, near bus, lrg yrd. Avail. Dec. 1st, $1000 + utils. NS/NP. Call 250-751-1809.
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3185 BARONS- 1 & 2 bdrms $695 & $800. Call Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com 3270 ROSS- 2 bdrms, $800. Ardent Properties. Call (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com COUNTRY CLUB- 2 blks mall/lake. Heritage house- 2 suites: 1 bdrm loft, 700sq ft, sunken tub, breakfast bar, $750. Also 1 bdrm ground level, big patio, $650. Also 1 rm, shared $475. Non-smoking. See Kjiji ads. 250-668-2291.
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DOWNTOWN: FABULOUS view in 1 bdrm + den condo, parking, huge storage locker. Sorry NS/NP. Avail. Dec. 1. $950/mo. (250)756-9828
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774 RAILWAY, lrg 1bdrm. $550 +shared utils & lndry. RR. (250)741-4290
LONG LAKE MANOR, 3108 Barons Rd. 1-2 bdrms, close to all amenities. Available now or Dec 1. 250-751-1341
CINNABAR: 2bdrm +den. legal suite. Shared lndry. Lrg Yard with fruit trees, lrg sundeck. New paint & appli’s. N/S Util. incl. $950/M 754-6518 DEPARTURE BAY- lrg, bright, lower level walkout 1 bdrm, lrg kitchen, living room, bath, priv covered patio, fenced yrd, shared laundry, private entrance. Cable, utils, bus route. N/S, small pet? Available Now $800. Call (250)751-8698. NANAIMO- 2 BDRM legal suite, walk to Wood Grove Mall, pets negotiable. $850 inclusive. Call (250)933-3372. NANAIMO- (close to VIU, Schools) 2 bdrm suite. NS/NP. $775 incls util (250)754-3769. NANAIMO (near VIU) 1 bdrm grnd level, priv. entr. $700. (250)591-8339, (250)751-4791 NANAIMO - PETS Ok. 2 B/R apt. furn,Townsite, elementry, seawall, downtown, fenced yard. Own entrance 1/2 util. No drugs $900/M 667-1765. N. NANAIMO 1bdrm, beautiful bsmnt suite. N/S, N/P. Private entry, prkng, utils incl. No lndry. $700/M + DD. Avail immed. Ref. req.250-758-4963
NORTH NANAIMO: 1 bdrm ground level, modern new home with separate ent., private backyard, quiet beautiful location, incld’s heat, hydro, shared laundry, NS/NP. Cable extra. Ref’s req’d, avail. Dec. 1st, $750/mo. (250)667-1551. Studio, Old City. Reno’d, sep entry, back yard, lndry. Near amenities $475. 250-753-9553 TOWNSITE 2 BDRM reno’d, W/D. $900. inclds utils. Priv. yard. Nov 1st. (250)616-8755. TOWNSITE- 3 bdrms, deck, W/D, all appls, D/W. $1125 inclds utils. Available Dec 1. (250)616-8755.
SUITES, UPPER $1200 - 3 bedroom upper suite December 1. Includes hydro, fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer. N/S, N/P, references required. 250-751-5064 BRECHIN 3BDRM, close to shop/bus/ferries. Ocean views. Lrg deck, family area. N/P. $995/mo. (250)753-6681 CINNABAR 2-BDRM, Private entry. W/D incld. N/S, no partiers. $850.+ hydro. Nov. 15. 250-741-1049, 250-667-0886. NANAIMO LAKES. Large Bach loft NS/NP. VIU - 15min drive $750. incl. 250-753-9365
RUTHERFORD AREA or North. 1 bdrm Apt on the top floor, 2 bdrm with 2 baths, W/D, dishwasher on top floor. Long term Call 250 754-8350.
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SPORTS & IMPORTS 2005 Mercedes Benz SL55 AMG Kompressor AMG Sport Package, 5.5 litre V-8, 493 HP. Hardtop retractable roof, 31,000 km. Online auction now: www.bcacuction.ca. Info: 250-952-5003
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1855 CRAIG (Nanoose)- 4 bdrms, $1325. Call Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
GORGEOUS DOWNTOWN Condo. Character building. 2bdrm, 5 appliances, WIFI, N/P, N/S $900. 250-754-2207
HOSPITAL AREA Reno’d 1 & 2 bdrm suites. New balconies, paint etc. Quiet bldg. Prof. on-site mngt. Parking incld. Avail Dec1st. 1 bdrm from $625. 2 bdrm from $775. Call 250-754-2936
BROOKS LANDING area- 2 bdrms, shared laundry, separate entrance. NS/NP. $750+ utils. (250)741-0764.
NORTH NANAIMO- 1 bdrm, separate entrance, close to Woodgrove Mall. $700 inclds utils. NS/NP. 250-713-0861.
WANTED TO RENT
1670 CRESCENT View- 6 bdrms, $1325. Call Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
2071 BEL OAK- (Nanoose) 2 bdrms, $1100. Call Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
$700 & up 1 & 2 Bdrms, Quiet, facing forest, HT & H/W incl’d. Extra large balcony. New lino, carpet, paint. Free early move in. Security cameras. Small pet ok. 250-753-6656.
2-BDRM BSMNT suite, hospital area. NS/NParties. W/D, elect. incld. Dec. 1st. $850. /mo. Call Dave (250)619-3774.
N. NANAIMO: New 2-bdrm suite, own laundry. N/P. $900 utils incld. Avail Dec. 1. Call 250-732-3522, 250-585-4689.
1363 CEDARWOOD3 bdrms, $1375. Call Ardent Properties. (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
DOWNTOWN NANAIMO. 1bdrm. On-site laundry, parking NS/NP. $550. 250-754-1547.
HOSPITAL AREA
1 BDRM + den, full bath, priv ent/patio + W/D, newer home, Diver Lake, N/S, N/P, quiet, $850 mo incls utils & internet. Avail Nov. 1. 250-585-5270.
N.NANAIMO: 2-BDRM own laundry, close to mall. $900+ 1/2 hydro. (250)751-8183.
Classifieds
APARTMENT/CONDO
DOWNTOWN, 2 bdrm Apt, balcony, secure prkg, quiet bldg, W/D, close to shopping and bus, NP/NS, no parties, refs, 1 yr lease, $850 + utils, avail Nov. 2. 250-756-0516
APARTMENT/CONDOS
MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT
RENTALS
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MOVING must sell $172,000. Move-in ready 2 bedroom condo. Parking, storage, balcony, new appliances, washer,dryer,shelving. 250 754-2552 sandraketchum@gmail.com
NORTH Nanaimo 3 bd 2 bath upper 1 car garage sunroom bright and clean $1200 plus hydro Dec 1st 250-668-4350
SUITES, LOWER
Cedar 4bdrm exec, 2500 sqft, acreage, dble gar. Lease for $2,250 RR. 250-729-0074 HAMMOND BAY- 1 bdrm sxs duplex, private, clean, F/S, W/D, quiet area. NS,NP. Avail immed. $595. 250-758-4871. Hammond Bay 3 bdrm 1.5 bath. Close to schools,& bus. NS, References required. $1400/mth (250)729.0610 2BR UPPER house, on Sabiston St, on bus route, fenced yard, $850. (604)848-5719.
OFFICE/RETAIL OLD CITY Quarter: Character, 300 sqft, street frontage, court yard. $775. (250)754-5174.
SHARED ACCOMMODATION CEDAR, LRG room for rent. Beautiful views. $475 all inclusive. DD 604-649-4606/ 250323-0803
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Nanaimo News Bulletin Thursday, November 10, 2011
FINAL DAYS
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