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free workshop will help parents talk to their preschool-aged children about their body parts and sexuality in general, as well as answer any sexual health questions parents have. Nanaimo school district’s early years program hired a sexual health educator to host the workshop next month to provide tips for parents on how to broach

this subject with their young children. “I think some parents don’t quite know where to begin,” said Elizabeth Pennell, the district’s early years learning coordinator. There are sexual health programs in kindergarten and Grade 1, but some issues come up before a child enters the public school system or parents have questions about whether a certain behaviour is normal, she said. For example, some parents want to know if it is OK for a

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A woman had to jump out a second-floor window to escape a fire that burned through her townhouse Monday evening. The fire affected four units in the Highland Boulevard complex, said Doug Bell, chief fire investigator with Nanaimo Fire Rescue. The woman was in the bedroom she was renting from the owner of the townhouse – who was not home at the time of the fire – just before 8:30 p.m. when she opened the door to a wall of thick, black smoke, he said. A man next door helped her to safety once she jumped out the window. While fire damage was contained to the suite where the blaze originated, B.C. Hydro had to shut off power temporarily to the three surrounding townhouses as well due to damaged hydro wires. The owners of the townhouse to the right, who are away on vacation, have water and smoke damage to their unit, said Bell, and the unit to the left has a bit of smoke smell in it. The fire-damaged apartment is still structurally sound, but the two people liv-

ing in it have lost everything because they had no content insurance, he added. The strata’s insurance will cover repairs to the building. “It was a very, very hot fire and the damage was pretty well complete when our crews got there,” said Bell. The city’s emergency social services department was helping people in two of the units, as none of them had content insurance, but Bell said once the people on vacation return, they may also need assistance if they have no insurance. Fire investigators Ennis Mond and Rick Kwasnecha were at the townhouse most of the day Tuesday sorting through the rubble. Mond said the cause of the blaze is still under investigation, but it is not a suspicious fire. Investigators believe the fire started downstairs in the living room, but need to talk to the woman, who was still in hospital Wednesday with undisclosed injuries. The townhouse complex is almost right across the street from Fire Station 2 and investigators are also trying to figure out either why the fire was called in so late or what happened to speed up the progress of the fire before crews got there, he added. “When the fire crews got there, that unit was fully involved,” said Mond. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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School trustees take stand against smart meters BY JENN McGARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN

Nanaimo trustees are taking a stand against B.C. Hydro’s new smart meter program. Concerned about potential negative health effects for students, the school board has asked district staff to talk to the power company about putting a hold on installation of smart meters at school facilities

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two years ago. Sharon Welch, school board chairwoman, said trustees are concerned radio frequency emissions could have an effect on some students’ ability to learn. “We want to do what’s best for kids and there seems to be quite a lot of evidence that it’s not proven that these are not harmful to children,” she said. “The onus should be on B.C. Hydro to prove that these are safe.”

B.C. Hydro spokesman Ted Olynyk said people have the option of installing the meter elsewhere on their property if they don’t want it on their house. “Wired meters are not an option,” he said. “Past 2012, everyone in B.C. will have a smart meter installed, a wireless smart meter.” Smart meters are one per cent the strength of a cellphone, Olynyk added.

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Nanaimo RCMP are investigating a violent attempted robbery at Country Club Centre Monday after a clerk and several others were attacked with bear spray. A lone male jumped the counter of the B.C. Lotto booth at about 10 a.m., sprayed the female clerk then attempted to open the safe. He was unsuccessful and jumped back over the counter, running in the direction of SaveOn-Foods. The clerk’s screams caught the attention of several mall customers who chased the suspect. A 64-year-old man momentarily grabbed the suspect, but was sprayed and lost his grip. At least two other people were sprayed attempting to catch him. The male eventually exited the mall near Save-On-Foods and was seen getting into a newer-model Toyota Sienna van. The van was parked behind Lucky’s Liquor Store adjacent to 107th St. and left in a northbound direction. The suspect is described as a white male, late teens or early 20s, six-feet tall, 170 pounds, with short, dark hair, dark-rimmed glasses and rotten teeth. He was wearing a blue and grey plaid jacket, dark pants and a black backpack. Victims of the bear spray were treated by paramedics at the mall. Const. Gary O’Brien, Nanaimo RCMP spokesman, said while the mall

customers did what they thought was best, police do not suggest people getting involved. “We never advocate anyone going hands on because the propensity for being injured is extremely high,” he said. “In this day and age you don’t know if someone is infectious or they’re carrying weapons. These people are desperate and will take desperate measures to get away.” Dave Mills, Country Club manager, described the incident as random. He’s never seen anything like it in his five years at the mall. Mills also echoed O’Brien’s comments regarding customers chasing the suspect. “I certainly appreciate that we have great customers and they want to get involved,” he said. “Of course as the police say, there’s a danger to get involved and I don’t recommend it. Especially because he didn’t get away with anything. It seemed like a very desperate act.” The mall was closed for a short time as Nanaimo Fire Rescue set up fans to remove any spray from the building. Police would like to speak to an elderly man waiting for a bus on 107th St., who saw the van and gave its description and direction to mall employees. Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call Nanaimo RCMP at 250-754-2345 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www. nanaimocrimestoppers. com.

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ment has organized for parents for the past three years. The district hosted several sessions last year, including the sexual health workshop with Isham. Other workshop topics included singing and storytelling, and social and emotional development in young children. Pennell said more than 50 parents attended last year’s Body Smart workshop. Re gistration is required for the workshop, which takes place Nov. 17 from about 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Nanaimo District Teachers’ Association office on Barons Road. The event also includes a free pizza dinner. For more information or to register, please call Leah Pearson at 250-740-3507 or e-mail lpearson@sd68.bc.ca. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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District saves with purchasing A new purchasing system is saving Nanaimo school district time and money. In February 2009, the district began giving purchasing cards, which are accepted the same way as a credit card, to employees who regularly make purchases on behalf of the district. The Bank of Montreal gave the district a $52,352 rebate on about $5.2 million in purchases made last school year. More than 300 P-cards are in use in the district, some of which are “team” cards that allow school employees to use them on field trips and other activities. Employees are required to fill out some paperwork to use the cards and an internal audit process ensures that the cards are used properly. On top of the rebate, the program has significantly reduced the need to process invoices and issue cheques, allowing employees in the finance department to focus their energy elsewhere.

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The 13th annual CIBC Run for the Cure proved a lucky number on Sunday. The five-kilometre run, which raises money for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, attracted 1,099 participants, who raised more than $190,000. More is expected to come in over the next few days, said run coorganizer Ruth Christmas. “We’re right on target where we hoped to be,” she said. Despite cloudy skies, the weather held off and the sun even made a guest appearance toward the end of the day for the closing ceremonies. Families participated in activities like face painting and entertainment by Zigster the Trickster, while breast cancer survivors were treated to a special tent with raffles and other activities. Runners warmed up with Zumba, a Latin-music based style of fitness class. “It really helped bring everyone together,” Christmas said. Although the 13th run for Nanaimo, Run for the Cure celebrated its 20th anniversary this

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ABOVE LEFT: Virginia Fenton, left, Elizabeth Gail and Sarah Davidson hustle toward the finish line at the Run for the Cure on Sunday morning at Beban Park. ABOVE RIGHT: Eight-year-old Claire Krynowsky participates in the Run for the Cure. The annual event drew almost 1,100 people and raised more than $190,000.

year, while the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation marked its 25th year. It was her first run as a director, but Christmas has been involved in Run for the Cure since 2006 while living in Calgary. Her mother died from breast cancer when Christmas was just 11 years old, and after her daughter was born in 2005 she decided she needed to contribute to a cure and a world without breast cancer.

Christmas said. The money raised from the Nanaimo run will stay in B.C. and provide funds to researchers developing treatment and a cure. In previous years, money raised stayed right on the Island, with some earmarked for researchers at the University of Victoria. For more information on CIBC’s Run for the Cure, please visit www.runforthecure.com.

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and report cards. Derek DeGear, president of the Nanaimo The teachers’ strike District Teachers’ continues with no end A s s o c i at i o n , s a i d there’s been no progyet in sight. Bargaining between ress at the provincial the teachers’ union bargaining table. “I’m not holding my and the employers’ breath at this association point,” he resumes said. today (Oct. Teachers 6), but neiare seeking ther side improved holds out wo rk i n g much hope conditions for a quick – including resolution. limits on Teachers, classrooms whose consizes and the tract expired DEGEAR number of l a s t Ju n e, special needs started job action when school s t u d e n t s i n e a ch resumed in Septem- classroom put back ber. Job action con- into their contracts – sists of teachers refus- improved salary and ing to do non-essential benefits packages, and duties such as play- more power at local ground supervision bargaining tables.

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which means no concessions that result in additional costs to the province. “They have zero dollars and zero cents to work with,” he said. “Things are going very slow and things are going to continue to go slow if the gover nment doesn’t amend its net zero philosophy.” T he B.C. Public School Employers’ Association’s re presentative council, which includes one trustee from every school district in the province, met on Monday to discuss the effect of the job action on districts and ask members how they felt about different options available to put pressure on the union. Those options include reducing teacher pay or imposing a lockout. Mel Joy, BCPSEA chairwoman, said the association received majority support to move forward with whatever bargaining tools are available at the right time. She said the two parties are still discussing the split of issues between local and provincial tables and have not started discussing the BCTF’s $2 billion worth of benefit improvement requests. “At the moment, with how far apart we are, it’s going to take some time,” she said. Trustee Nelson Allen, BCPSEA representative for Nanaimo school board, said district management and staff are feeling pressed because they have to take over supervision duties from teachers, but Nanaimo isn’ t in the same situation as smaller districts, where senior staff have to travel long distances between schools and there are fewer of them to cover off supervision duties. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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LEFT: Trish Wolfe of Coast Capital Savings holds on to the donation jar while members of the crowd provide donations to encourage people to get their heads shaved at Diana Krall Plaza Monday afternoon in support of the Cops For Cancer Tour de Rock. ABOVE: Serra Stewart, centre, of Vibe Dance Studio is acknowledged for her support of the Tour de Rock by riders Chris Bush, left, and Const. Sandi Holman.

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hat big breath of air felt right across Vancouver Island is from the 23 riders in the Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock wrapping up the final stages of their 1,000-kilometre odyssey. Only they don’t know if it’s a sigh of relief or one of grief. “It’s going by so fast,” said Chris Bush, a media rider representing Black Press and the Nanaimo News Bulletin. “I don’t know if it’s going to be a sigh of relief or sad that it’s over. We’re having fun.” The tour reaches the Capital Region, visiting Oak Bay and Sidney today (Oct. 6) and finishes Friday with a ride through Esquimalt to Saanich and into Victoria. Starting at the tip of the Island Sept. 24, the riders have visited close to 30 communities, making friends and collecting donations and raising awareness for childhood cancer research and Camp Goodtimes, a summer recreation program that provides a unique summer experience for children and teens – and their families – dealing with cancer. The tour rolled into Nanaimo Sunday with the riders receiving a warm welcome at a fundraising community dinner at Beban Park. The event raised close to $11,000. Monday’s itinerary included a stop at Nanaimo North Town Centre for a

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Sherri Pridge, left, of Sports Barbers Nanaimo, carefully shaves off Keith Evans’s moustache of 40 years during Tour de Rock celebrations Monday in downtown Nanaimo. Evans managed to raise $100.

series of presentations. Bush, fellow Harbour City rider Const. Sandi Holman, of Nanaimo RCMP, and the rest of the team were greeted by about 50 cheering people. Donations to the tour included: Gray and Philip families, $1,500; Scotiabank, $1,400; Nanaimo North Town Centre, $1,255; and additional donations, $444. From there the riders cruised through the city to Diana Krall Plaza downtown, where a large crowd gathered to salute their arrival. The riders and support crew spent roughly 90 minutes fuelling up on

lunch, shaving a few heads, acknowledging sponsors and accepting more donations from the community including a pair of $2,000 cheques from Thrifty Foods’ Brooks Landing and Port Place stores. Keith Evans underestimated the generosity of Nanaimo residents at Diana Krall Plaza, and it cost him his 40-yearold moustache. Evans volunteered to get his head shaved to help raise money and while in the chair, gave the crowd an opportunity to have his beloved ‘stache shaved for $100. A few $5 bills appeared, then a $20, then another. Within a minute Evans had a new look. “I didn’t think they’d do it. I didn’t think they’d come up with that kind of money,” grinned Evans while watching his former moustache get swept up into a bin. “I feel kind of naked right now.” Bush said the riders continue to feel strong despite the many challenges of the route. Riding into Nanaimo Sunday provided a few special moments for him personally. “That was pretty cool – a lot of people out,” he said. “Somebody yelled at me, ‘Welcome home Chris.’ ... It’s a pretty good feeling.” Canadian Forces Cpl. Mary Brigham said it’s been hard to absorb a lot of what has happened because the riders keep moving, always headed toward the next event. “Once I’m home I’ll be able to reflect

on this adventure, see all the pictures and the people we met,” she said. “That’s when it will really sink in. “I’m getting a little nervous. The riding isn’t that difficult, but I can feel the emotions really starting to surface as we get closer to the finish.” Louise Hartland, CTV’s media rider, said physically she’s a little stiff and most of the riders have a bit of a cold, but the emotional part is the most challenging. “But I’m feeling good. Earlier I looked at a map and saw how far we’ve come, and how far we have to go, and it reminded me how impressive this team of people is,” she said. Hartland, 32, is riding for her father, John, who was diagnosed with colon cancer – now Stage 4 – in 2009. “This was my chance to raise awareness for the kids and for my dad,” she said. From Nanaimo, the Tour de Rock headed south to Ladysmith, where the riders took part in a Red Serge community dinner, and Chemainus, where they spent the night. From the neighbouring community of North Oyster, Bush received a big welcome in Ladysmith and finally had his head shaved for the cause. “People dropped a thousand to see me get buzzed,” he said. “That was totally unexpected. I kept hearing these numbers going up, but I didn’t realize it was all for my hair to come off.” news@nanaimobulletin

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Ride inspires people to help The annual Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock continues to roll toward a cure for childhood cancer and has a significant effect on the lives of the individuals taking part. It’s a pretty amazing feat. After all, there are numerous important causes the public could throw its support behind. Yet, in its 13th year, the tour continues to succeed. From communities up and down Vancouver Island TOUR DE laying out the welcome mat ROCK is the event to police and much more for military officers signing than 14 days up every year just for a of cycling chance at taking part, the tour brings out the best in down-Island. people. The first Tour de Rock took place in 1998, raising $325,000. Since then it has raised more than $15 million and is again approaching the $1 million mark this year. For the riders, the measure of success is not just the months of sacrifice and training for the challenge of riding 1,000 kilometres in two weeks, but the generosity displayed and the fundraising totals that grow after every visit to an Island community. The value the people involved in the tour take out of it is a ripple effect, empowering them to continue to assist others. Black Press joined the tour this year with reporter/photographer Chris Bush of the Nanaimo News Bulletin taking part as a media rider and like many who have completed the tour, he has been inspired to take on a new challenges, look for a new cause so he might continue to make a difference. It is the lure of the Tour de Rock. Months of preparation and two weeks of physical and emotional challenges add up to a desire to go on helping those who need it most.

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Dumb leaders attack smart meters way since the extension of the B.C. The annual Union of B.C. government’s contract with Telus. Municipalities convention There was not a discouraging spent quite a bit of time talking word about cellphone towers, the about new wireless technology. Unfortunately, most of it was wast- innovation that spawned the antiwireless cult in California many ed on ignorance and fear, fanned years ago. Quite the contrary. by the NDP, Green Party and some MacDiarmid was beseeched like-minded opportunists in local to get cell service to northern government. Vancouver Island and un-serviced A tiny group of protesters parts of the Interior, gathered outside the and to cut through the Vancouver convention B.C. multi-ministry maze centre each morning, still required for rouVIEWS setting up a pile of picktine approval of towers. et signs wailing about Tom Fletcher In the main hall, supimagined smart meter Black Press posedly experienced sins from privacy invamunicipal leaders sion to human rights continued to parrot violation. fear of “microwaves” One of them allowed and such drivel, either that she was wearing because they believe “special clothing” to it or because they are ward off the bad rays. pandering to those who That’s understandable, do. This continued on since B.C. Hydro calcutalk radio, which stoked the smart lates that a delegate’s wireless sigmeter “controversy” all week, nal exposure from four days at the apparently because it reliably genUBCM convention is equivalent erates angry calls. to standing next to a smart meter The descent into farce became for 1,147 years. And that’s not even complete when delegates had a calculating those other horrible show of hands on a resolution to sources of electromagnetic energy place a moratorium on a smart bombarding downtown Vancouver, meter installation program that such as traffic lights, spark plugs, B.C. Hydro has already paid for. and let’s not forget the Sun or The vote was too close to call, so Earth’s molten core. It wasn’t all foolishness, however. they had to fish out their wireless voting devices to vote about 55 per I attended an economic developcent in favour of the moratorium. ment panel, at which physician Premier Christy Clark was asked and cabinet minister Margaret after the convention if her governMacDiarmid described the conment would contemplate a moratotinuing extension of rural cellrium on meter installation. “No,” phone and Internet service under-

she replied. This is not surprising, since the motion effectively asks B.C. Hydro to waste $930 million. “I’ve spent quite a bit of time talking with the experts about it,” Clark said. “I don’t share those health concerns, because when we’re surrounded by wireless and cellphones, there are a lot of other sources of the problem that they’re concerned about.” I’ve argued with numerous people about this. They often start with an exaggerated claim about the World Health Organization’s risk rating. In fact, WHO acknowledges that people who claim hypersensitivity to electromagnetic signals can’t identify them in controlled studies. WHO also notes that cellphone tower emissions are effectively five times weaker than the FM radio and TV signals to which we’ve all been exposed for decades. Cell base stations reach no more than two per cent of international limits. And smart meter signals are much weaker than that. I’m done arguing with people who make up their own facts. I’ll just address those who haven’t bought into this nonsense. Please, survey your council candidates on smart meters, and on Nov. 19, support only those who have the common sense to understand what a smart grid is. ◆ Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Election day offers opportunity To the Editor, Re: Social housing plans should be stopped, Letters, Oct. 1. I apologize to Lee Masciarelli and any other Harewood residents who might have been offended by my reference to the Harewood wet housing location in my letter of Sept 22. I was not saying that I think these wet houses should be in your neighbourhood and not mine. I do not agree with these wet houses being built in any of our neighborhoods. I was trying to point out (obviously not well) the difference in the actual property in your area from our area property. I am told the facility in Harewood is for 18 units. The building is set back from the street. The side of the building is facing the street with trees, bushes and shrubs between it and the street, as well as treed, undeveloped land beside it. The busy parkway is indeed a concern. John Horn, city planner, told us to go and look at the facility in Harewood that was operating already and had the support of the community. We did go and look for ourselves. Would you come and see what they have in store for us? In our area, they have chosen a very small property and propose to build a four-storey, 35-40-unit facility. We’re told the full length of it will be as close to the sidewalk as they can possibly put it with no trees or bushes to prevent the residents from looking directly into our windows and backyards. This is because they need

room for a few parking spaces and a patio for the residents to enjoy the outdoors in back of it. They will have it right up against the Nanaimo Seniors Village building as well. Their definition of “hard to house” residents is schizophrenics, the mentally unstable, people just released from prison, and the drug and alcohol addicted. Then they are amazed and shocked that we are frightened and don’t want this next to our homes. We have the same concerns and fears as you do. I agree that these houses are only going to enable the residents to continue their self-destructive behaviour. The facility should not have been built in your neighbourhood to begin with. We are all trying to raise our families or retire in safe neighbourhoods throughout the city. We chose the north end to retire in, to be close to our doctor, our family and Woodgrove shopping centre, not because we are rich (we are not), nor that we didn’t like other areas. This is not a north-south issue. We are all in this and I have to wonder if our officials are trying to get the north, south and central areas bickering amongst ourselves to take the attention off of all the misinformation they give us. All of us have been given the shaft by our city and provincial officials. Hopefully we can all work together to give them the boot on election day. E.A. Ashcraft Nanaimo

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Politicians deserve to lose council seats To the Editor, Re: Social housing plans should be stopped, Letters, Oct. 1. As a resident, schoolteacher and parent in north Nanaimo, I am shocked and dismayed by our council’s decision to approve social rehabilitation housing beside the Hammond Bay firehall that will undoubtedly increase the incidents of crime in our area, including drug trafficing only steps away from Dover Bay Secondary School and McGirr Elementary School. This decision by council displays a flagrant lack of judgment that is almost beyond the scope of belief. Nanaimo MLA Ron Cantelon’s descripion of the project as “courageous and a positive step”

further demonstrates that some of our public officials lack any sense of responsibility to the safety of our communites and our children. It would seem that, to most of our council members and at least one MLA, the rights of criminals and drugs addicts supercede the rights of our children to walk to school in safety. Thankfully we still live in a democracy. On election day, please take the time to vote and send a strong message to this council that its actions are not acceptable. Any council capable of such an irrational decision is not fit to govern our city. Vote them out. And for his part in this project, remember Cantelon’s position when you cast your provincial ballot in 2013. Daniel Companion Nanaimo

Harmac pays wages, taxes to go with smell To the Editor, Re: City’s air not so great, Letters, Oct. 1. Gregory Roscow smells Harmac on some days, but he has his tax burden reduced by Harmac every day. In addition, the wages that Harmac pays out and are subsequently spent in our community help local businesses and again spread the tax burden. The forestry industry has been having a tough time of it for several years. Harmac’s success is to be welcomed. Don’t like the smell on some days. J. Sharpe Nanaimo

‘New’ NDP policies no longer reflect original values To the Editor, The NDP has claimed itself ‘the workers’ party’ since its inception as the CCF in 1933. But having been forced to choose between the Canadian AFL-CIO or the environmental lobby, they’ve decided to abandon private sector union workers. Building trades unions and the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers hosted a forum in Ottawa, discussing the looming skilled worker shortage in Canada.

Hoping to increase apprenticeships for skilled trades and to increase immigration of skilled workers, policymakers from the Conservative, Liberal and New Democrat parties were asked to attend and then to act upon this serious economic problem. Christopher Smillie, senior adviser for the American Federation of Labour and Congress of Industrial Organizations, Canadian Office, speaks on behalf of 450,000 Canadian construction workers, 40 per cent of whom work in

oilfields-related industries. According to Mr. Smillie, “Conservative MPs showed up, Liberal MPs showed up” but despite nine of their members being invited, “not even one NDP member showed up” or even called to decline, prompting Smillie to say that “Frankly, it was really rude.” The oilsands offer young Canadians up to 300,000 skilled, high paying jobs. The Keystone XL pipeline will provide our American neighbours not only 179,000 new and

desperately needed jobs but greater energy security, leaving not only the U.S. but Canada less dependent on the despots and tyrants who for too long have controlled geopolitics while condemning their own people to lives of fear and misery. Canadians would be advised to look closely at the ‘new’ NDP and decide whether their policies regarding both energy and the Middle East are in Canada’s best long-term interests. Randy O’Donnell Nanaimo

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People will vote if democracy is actually working To the Editor, A current favourite question among various levels of politicians is, “Why is voter turnout so low, particularly among young people?” I think the reason for low voter turnout is obvious. It’s because our ‘democratic’ system has evolved to a point where corporations have a much larger vote than people. People (and particularly young people) realize that, compared with corporate influence on government, their vote means very little. Ordinary people are allowed to vote once every four years or so, but corporations don’t bother with the four years/one vote idea. They meet with high levels of government every day, and policies are put in place as a result of these meetings. Once policies are in place they’re rarely changed, even if the government is defeated in the next election. So, in today’s democracy, we’re being governed to a very large extent by people we’ve never met, voted for, or even seen. Young people (and many other thinking people in our society) don’t see any point in wasting their time on something that doesn’t work. Why vote, when almost any corporation has a much bigger influence on government than your vote does? Corporations definitely have their place, and they certainly deserve a voice, but people need a voice too, or the system will never work. Democracy was created to give ordinary people a voice through their vote, but when people realize their vote has been made essentially meaningless, they simply stop voting. If we want people to vote, we need a democracy where our vote actually works. We could start by making a system where the wishes of corporations (often foreign-owned) don’t carry more weight than the wishes of the voting public. Karl Stevenson Royston What do you think? Give us your comments by fax at 250-7530788 or by e-mail: editor@nanaimobulletin.com. Be sure to spell out your first and last names.

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dict some parts of Canada crisis has not escaped the will see more moisture and opportunistic attention of some areas less. multinational corporations. Given 60 per cent of our They are making privatizawater flows toward the tion inroads into the conunpopulated remote north, solidation of global water Canada does not have supplies, they have World abundantly available water, Trade Organization and making what we do have World Bank support and precious. they want deregulation. Under NAFTA, signifiFresh water is not just for cant control of Canadian drinking; it translates into resources was food production, lost to the energy producAPPEAL Americans, and tion and drives TO REASON many believe industry. That that included our tiny half per cent water. of global fresh water supports everything we know. The Security and Escalating contamination, Prosperity Partnership, a secretive trilateral (U.S., strained and exhausted Canada, and Mexico) aquifers, expanding human think-tank made up of populations and global government officials and warming are drawing corporate leaders, has humankind into a fresh placed water transfers water access crisis. from Canada to the U.S. on America’s “Great Plains” their agenda. Ogallala aquifer, that lies This may appear benign, beneath eight states and but a global oil industry irrigates 27 per cent of U.S. was born from one well in irrigated land, is drying up 1859 in Oil Creek, Pa. due to over pumping. Some When we look at the hisof us will likely be alive to tory of the oil industry, it see the death of that aquiis not hard to imagine a fer that is millions of years future with profit focused old. American companies conThe pending global water

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If you want to talk to Nanaimo school district’s new superintendent, follow him on Twitter. Dave Hutchinson, who took the reins at the end of July from former superintendent Mike Munro, started a blog to generate discussion in the community about different education issues and also has a Twitter feed followed by students, parents and educators in Nanaimo and across the country. “For me, the blog is an opportunity to put some of my own thinking out there without forcing anybody to read it,” he said. “Twitter is a really interesting form of social media because the people you attract are really diverse. You’re linked to a bunch of people with some pretty profound ideas on how to improve society.” Hutchinson, who left a superintendent

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oping the big picture strategic plan.” A third priority is boosting student achievement, which is where the blog and Twitter feed come in. Hutchinson hopes to generate discussion in the community about ways to improve the system. Aboriginal education is one area of particular interest – he started his teaching career on a First Nations reserve in Saskatchewan and helped develop aboriginal education policies in two school districts. He plans to start in Nanaimo by meeting with elders who are committed to improving educational outcomes. Hutchinson also

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Trial scheduled in assault case A man accused of stabbing two other men in Harewood last February is scheduled to stand trial in Supreme Court in Nanaimo next year. Shane Alexander Parkin is facing two charges of aggravated assault from the incident. Police allege he attacked two men near Fairview Elementary School Feb. 12. The two victims were taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after each was stabbed multiple times. Both later recovered. Police said at the time the assault was vicious and appeared to be random and unprovoked. Parkin, who remains in custody, was arrested shortly after the attack. His trial is set for Feb. 20-29.

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those accused of participating in the Stanley Cup riot in June. The vow was made in the throne speech Monday and Premier Christy Clark elaborated on it in a news conference after the speech.

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Thief escapes on two wheels Nanaimo RCMP are searching for a man who broke into The Cutting Room hair salon, stole a cash register and fled the scene on a bicycle. Witnesses saw the man coming out of the salon, at 3042 Ross Rd., around 5:30 a.m. Monday with the cash register and hop on a bike. Police were in the area within minutes but could not locate the suspect. The front door of the business was kicked in and nothing else taken. Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call Nanaimo RCMP at 250-754-2345 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www. nanaimocrimestoppers. com.

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The day after the throne speech, the Ministry of Education released more details about its proposal to rectify class size and composition legislation that the Supreme Court found unconstitutional. Last month, the B.C. Teachers’ Federation walked away from discussions with the province regarding the court ruling on legislation that took away the union’s rights to bargain limits on class sizes and the number of special needs students in each class while it awaits clarification on that ruling. A hearing is scheduled for Oct. 11. Last spring, B.C. Supreme Court Justice Susan Griffin ruled certain parts of the 2002 legislation violated teachers’ rights to freedom of association under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and were unconstitutional and invalid. The province has proposed the creation of a Class Organization Fund, which would target classrooms with the highest needs and could be used to provide extra teaching staff or education assistants. Education Minister George Abbott said the province has amended the proposal at the discussion table which is dealing with the court ruling to include $165 million in funding over the next three years and then $75 million each year after that. He said the province believes the return on investment in special needs students is much higher than reducing class sizes. Derek DeGear, president of the Nanaimo District Teachers’ Association, said he’s happy the province wants to devote money to helping special needs students, but he is opposed to the idea of schools competing for a limited pot of money. “What we’re pushing for is guaranteed levels of support for every student,” he said.

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Jack-o’-lantern carving featured at festival Jack-o’-lantern artists and pumpkin-growing aficionados will be out in full force Oct. 16 as the Vancouver Island Exhibition hosts its fourth annual Pumpkin Festival. Taking place at Beban Park’s agriplex from noon to 4 p.m., the festival includes a largest pumpkin contest with a $1,000 first prize, a children’s costume contest, pumpkin carving

and decorating, a farmers’ market, concession, face painting, crafts and music by the Wellington Secondary School band. Hayrides are $2 or free with the purchase of a pumpkin for $6. For more information, please call 250758-3247, e-mail info@viex.ca or go to www. nanaimopumpkinfestival.com.

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If files and records are causing a space problem in the office, the Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce can help with a shred-a-thon Oct. 18 from noon to 3 p.m. at 2133 Bowen Rd. Please call 250-756-1191 for more information.

Chamber shreds records Secure destruction of records is now a necessity rather than luxury. Recent increases in cases of identity theft and corporate liability have reinforced concerns over how confidential information is managed and destroyed both for individuals as well as businesses and organizations. In addition to promoting best practices, securing records destruction fulfills an organization’s obligations under current legislation.

The Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce and Island Document Storage and Shredding have joined forces in a shred-a-thon to help chamber members securely destroy unneeded sensitive documents. Personal records are also welcome. The shred-a-thon takes place Oct. 18 from noon to 3 p.m. in the chamber parking lot, 2133 Bowen Rd. Cost is a suggested donation of $8 per box. For more information, please telephone 250-756-1191.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to section 892 of the Local Government Act, notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held with respect to the following proposed bylaw: “District of Lantzville Zoning Bylaw No. 60, 2005, Amendment Bylaw No. 60.23, 2011” The Public Hearing will be held at: Costin Hall 7232 Lantzville Road, Lantzville, BC on: Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at: 7:00 p.m. “District of Lantzville Zoning Bylaw No. 60,2005, Amendment Bylaw No. 60.23, 2011” Council is considering an amendment to the District’s Zoning Bylaw to permit Urban Food Gardens as a permitted use on those lands designated PU1, RS1 and RS2. In general terms, the proposed Amendment Bylaw deﬁnes Urban Food Gardens as the use of lands not zoned for agriculture on a limited scale for the growing, harvesting and wholesaling of fruits, vegetables, bees (and bee products), ﬂowers, and edible plants for commercial purposes, including sales from the parcel as permitted under the proposed bylaw. While the amendment bylaw will permit Urban Food Gardens on those lands designated PU1, RS1 and RS2, the bylaw does contain regulations and in general terms are described as follows: • •

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A copy of “District of Lantzville Zoning Bylaw No. 60, 2005, Amendment Bylaw No. 60.23, 2011” may be inspected at the ofﬁces of the District of Lantzville, 7192 Lantzville Road, Lantzville, BC, between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except statutory holidays, from October 5, 2011 to October 11, 2011. All persons who consider their interest in property to be affected by the proposed Bylaw shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard in person, by a representative or by written submission on all matters contained in the proposed Bylaw at the public hearing, to be held at the above noted time and place. For more information contact the District of Lantzville Ofﬁce Phone 250.390.4006; Fax: 250.390.5188 or Email: district@lantzville.ca or Mail to: PO Box 100, Lantzville, BC V0R 2H0

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Photographers smart with power A picture’s worth a thousand words and during Power Smart Month, that picture could win one person a camera worth more than $1,400. B.C. Hydro’s third annual Team Power Smart photo contest, is underway with this year’s theme: This is what I do to be smart with my power. Ten finalists will each win a $100 London Drugs photo lab gift certificate and Earthopoly, a board game featuring B.C. landmarks and teaches energy-efficient tips.

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Do-it-yourselfers and home improvement gurus are being called to action in the fight against harmful mercury pollution. Anyone replacing an existing thermostat or upgrading a heating, ventilation and air conditioning system is encouraged to take advantage of a free collection and recycling event at Canadian Tire stores provincewide. Until Oct. 15, B.C. residents can safely dispose of their old mercury-containing thermostats in collection receptacles at Canadian Tire as part of the Switch the ’Stat program, and receive 20-50 per cent off a new programmable model. Participants also have a chance to win one of three $100

Canadian Tire gift cards. Many old thermostats contain mercury that, when disposed of in regular household waste, end up in landfills where the mercury can contaminate the air, soil and water. In addition to taking back old thermostats that contain mercury, the events will also accept programmable thermostats in order to make sure all materials are effectively diverted from landfill and recycled. According to Environment Canada, just one gram of mercury can contaminate an eight hectare lake to the point where the fish are inedible for an entire year. For more on the program, please go to www.switchthestat. ca.

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Amateur radio course certifies new operators Whether its serving the community in times of crisis as a volunteer in emergency communications, or speaking to someone thousands of miles away over the airwaves, amateur radio offers interesting and rewarding opportunities. The Nanaimo Amateur Radio Association is hosting a certificatecourse in ham radio operations Oct. 28-30. The course is open to anyone 14 years of age or older. The Industry Canada written examination consists of 100 multiple choice questions. Successful candidates who achieve 70 per cent or more qualify for a licence to operate on the air and for their amateur radio call sign. Registration closes Oct. 15. Cost for the course is $50. For times and location of the course and to apply, please e-mail Matt Lewis at va7mjl@ gmail.com or call 250756-2901.

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Participants in Leadership Vancouver Island’s leader development program took part in a two-day retreat last month, learning about resources in Island communities, current issues and future challenges.

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Tomorrow’s leaders got a glimpse into the future thanks to a Leadership Vancouver Island development program. Sixteen participants took part in a two-day LVI leadership retreat Sept. 23-24, exploring leadership responsibilities and concepts through a variety of individual and team-building activities. They engaged in discussions with local leaders to learn about the resources of the community, address current issues and future

challenges, and potential opportunities for community leadership. Par ticipants worked with coaches and personal leadership plans to design their own leadership development path. Since 2005, LVI has provided leadership training and support with close to 160 local graduates. Participants in the accredited, nine-month program engage in community leadership development through several projects during the year. For more information on Leadership Vancouver Island, please go to www.leadershipvi.com or call Russ Burke at 250-390-0088 or Patrick Ross at 250-756-2497, or e-mail info@leadershipvi.com.

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The most significant way for teens to learn about the dangers of impaired driving is to hear about it from their peers. With that in mind, the British Columbia Automobile Association has launched its second annual Dry Grad Video Challenge, urging grads from across the province and the Yukon to produce a short video sending the message that drinking, drugs and driving don’t mix. Grade 12 students have until Nov. 14 to submit their videos on

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◆ SUPPORTING EMPLOYMENT Transitions is offering a free ‘Hiring Fair Crash Course’ from 9 a.m. to noon at 101-155 Skinner Street. Register, at 250-714-0085. ◆ NANAIMO DOWNTOWN Farmers’ Market hosts its final craft market of the season from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pioneer Plaza.

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Wednesday ◆ CITIZENS FOR Safe Technology sponsors Full Signal, a documentary about health effects of people living near cellphone towers. Discussion led by elec-

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Ongoing ◆ CRESCENT CHAPTER No. 10, Order of the Eastern Star meets 7:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month at Morpeth Hall, 620 Morpeth Ave. ◆ ORDER OF the Eastern Star Nanaimo chapter No. 43 meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of each

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Children roll and tumble about, their shrieks of joy piercing the air and smiles lighting up the room. They climb, slide and run in more than 8,000 square feet of indoor play space at Jumping Jiminy’s, located in Rock City Plaza, just south of Country Club Centre. “You can’t anticipate the intrinsic rewards in this job,” said owner and manager Paige Foster. When her boys were not-quite school age, Foster found few activities indoors for the energetic children. In her native Melbourne, Australia, she came across activity centres like Jumping Jiminy’s that offered kids a safe place to play indoors and their parents a place to relax. She set about to create that in Nanaimo and had the great enjoyment

of designing the playroom based on what the manufacturing company offered. Foster chose the tunnels, slides, bridges and other activities that make up the play area – and the children’s eyes go wide with delight when they spot it for the first time. Foster knows all about that energy – her third child just started school, allowing Foster to return to managing the seven-year-old business. To celebrate, she’s offering 30 per cent off regular-priced admission throughout October. For unlimited play, children 10 to 23 months cost $4.25; two to three years cost $7.25; and four to 12 years costs $9.25. Parents enter for free, as do babies up to nine months of age. As an added bonus, parents also enjoy free coffee in the lounge. For more information, please visit www.jumpingjiminys.com, or call 250-729-0999.

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ohn Mann finds no shortage of inspiration from the world around him. Touring the world from historically and culturally rich European towns to the poverty and social ills of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside affords Mann the experience to put into new songs. “You get way more inspired when you’re seeing different things,” Mann said. “Everything is new and exciting. “You get really inspired to write.” Mann is the frontman and co-writer for Spirit of the West, known for their Celticinspired hit Home for a Rest, but he’ll present his solo material during an intimate show at Diners Rendezvous Oct. 14. While he and Jeffery Kelly still write and collaborate on new Spirit of the West songs – they just finished a summer tour and a new album is in the works – Mann’s more personal tunes are usually what he keeps to himself. “I’ve always done that,” he said. “I think we know what works better.” He has two solo albums under his belt and while his music is described as thoughtful and introspective, his new material will likely reflect his journey

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through cancer treatment several years ago. “I’m fine now – I’m doing great,” he said. He did plenty of writing while in hospital and recuperating from treatment. “I thought, I should do something with this,” Mann said. “I don’t know if the world’s ready for it.” He was approached by a theatre company to turn some of those songs and other writing into a stage production, his two artistic selves finally meeting. Mann trained as an actor first at Capilano College and then at Langara College’s famed Studio 58. He starred as the CSIS director in the CBC drama Intelligence and had guest roles on dozens of Vancouver-shot television programs such as Supernatural, Battlestar Galactica and Smallville. He is currently preparing for a role in Blood Brothers, a musical about two brothers separated at birth (Nanaimo Theatre Group staged the play in 2007), for the Arts Club in Vancouver. The musical opens in late November. Before then, Mann will take the intimate stage at the Rendezvous as he tells the stories behind the songs, beginning at 8 p.m. Tickets $35/advance; $40/ door. Please call 250-740-1133.

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in ways usually heard with a full band. The acoustic guitarist has performed all over the world, from Paris and New York to Uganda. The presentation is classical, yet the music itself defies existing styles – this is not jazz, blues, folk or celtic. A young person once expressed his amazement that he was hearing ‘psychedelic chill on an acoustic gui-

tar’ and that moniker stuck. Residing in Victoria, Waters has grown a strong west coast following. Waters performs at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Nanaimo Oct. 15, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $20 from Thirsty Camel or at the door. Waters also performs a house concert on Protection Island on Sunday afternoon. Please call 250-754-7176.

The seventh annual Nanaimo Global Film Festival features stories about people who are re-inventing their world and their future. The festival, which runs Oct. 14-15 at Vancouver Island University, features 30 films from the Travelling World Community Film Festival. The films, covering several broad themes, are a celebration of activism taking place all over the world to right here in B.C. Earth’s fragile environment and the impact of mining and deforestation are presented in the films Call of Life; Facing the Mass Extinction, Dirty Business (the effects of coal power), and Green (the story of an endangered orangutan). Ethical use of our resources is the theme in Water on the Table, about Canada’s fresh water, and Chemerical (a family finding ways to a toxic-free home). The Force of Nature; The David Suzuki Movie, follows the Canadian environmentalist’s life. Alternatives to industrialized farming are examined in The Vanishing of the Bees, Dirt! The Movie, A Thousand Suns and Fresh. Films that look at human rights include The Dark Side of Chocolate (trafficked children in African cocoa fields), and Grace, Milly, Lucy... Child Soldiers. Locally made films being screened include Voices of the River, Courtenay River Estuary, and Shining Forth – Prosperity. The complete film descriptions and schedule can be found at www.nanaimofilmfest.org. A variety of passes can be purchased at the festival in Building 355 (access from Fourth Street, behind the library) Passes range from $25 for a two-day pass to $10 for a half-day or one-evening pass. In conjunction with the films in Buildings 355 and 356, there will also be information tables, and food and beverages for sale to filmgoers. The festival begins at 3 p.m. on Oct. 14, and continues from 9 a.m. until evening on Oct. 15.

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Workshop improves writer’s voice A workshop aims to teach writers how to best deliver their work in front of an audience. Workshop leader Tina Biello’s goal is to show how to capture an audience’s attention so they really listen to the words as well as technical advice on how to speak into a microphone or project your voice without one. The workshop will explore basic vocal techniques to connect breath, voice and text. Biello trained at the national voice intensive at the University of B.C. and is a trained actor.

Biello wrote a chapbook of poetry, Momenti, published by Leaf Press. The poems accompanied watercolour paintings at an exhibition in Montreal and Vancouver. Now eight of the poems out of her book have been composed into an album of songs called Dolci Momenti. The voice workshop is set for Oct. 22, from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-3 p.m., at Nanoose Bay library on Northwest Bay Road. Cost $60. To register or for more information, please e-mail ascentaspirations@shaw.ca.

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Complexity hidden in simplicity She sings slightly out the left side of her mouth, a bit like Peggy Lee, but less pronounced. She strums her guitar simply, but does not choose simple chords. Her set tends to the mellow. She commands her voice effortlessly. It rises and falls and there is a seduction in it. Often, when she ends the song, a silent pause briefly hangs in the air ... and then they applaud. Audiences feel transported, a quality that makes Belle Plaine’s vocal performances special. The Regina-based singer-songwriter quit her day job in early 2010. Belle Plaine enjoyed success that year, playing the Regina Folk Festival, getting original songs on CBC Radio, and cutting a five-song debut CD in early 2011. Her music career continues with her first Western Canadian tour. Belle Plaine performs a house concert in Nanaimo on Oct. 14. For time, ticket and address, please e-mail belleplaine@ belleplainemusic.com.

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EVENTS ART FROM THE HEART dinner and art auction by Clay Tree Society Friday (Oct. 7) at Diners Rendezvous. Tickets $25. Call 250740-1133. DRINK THE BITTER ROOT book reading by Gary Geddes at Harbourfront Library Oct. 13, 6:30 p.m. Call 250-753-1154. AROUND TOWN TELLERS stories told Oct. 14, 7:30 p.m., at Unitarian Fellowship. Admission $5. Call 250-758-4983.

MUSIC ROCK SCHOOL SHOWCASE by students age 10-17 at Headliners, 165 Fraser St., Thursday (Oct. 6). Doors 6 p.m. By donation. Call 250-753-2323. THE MOTHER TONGUE with No Don’t Stop play the Queen’s Thursday (Oct. 6). DOUG THRING and Marty Howe perform at Acme Food Co. Friday (Oct. 7). HOWIE JAMES plays last Downtown Farmers’ Market of the season Friday (Oct. 7), 10 a.m to 2 p.m. HUMMER plays the Queen’s Friday and Saturday (Oct. 7-8). CHASING SATELLITES unplugged at Diners Rendezvous Saturday (Oct. 8). Tickets $20/ advance; $25/door. Call 250-740-1133. LAUREN BUSH TRIO performs at Acme Food Co. Saturday (Oct. 8). FREELANE plays the Well Pub Saturday (Oct. 8).

LAWN SOCIAL and Atlas Collapses play the Queen’s Saturday (Oct. 8) at 8:30 p.m. LANCE LAPOINTE BAND plays the Queen’s Sunday (Oct. 9). MAT FALVAI Aleisha Kalina and David Sponaugle play Dinghy Dock Pub Tuesday (Oct. 11) at 7 p.m. MUSIC AT MIDDAY at St. Paul’s Anglican Church with Peter Orme Wednesday (Oct. 12) at 12:15 p.m. QUADRAPHONES play the Queen’s Wednesday (Oct. 12). KYPRIOS and the Chaperones play the Queen’s Oct. 13. Tickets $12/advance; $15/door. Call 250754-6751. JOHN MANN from Spirit of the West performs at Diners Rendezvous Oct. 14. Tickets $35/ advance; $40/door. Call 250-740-1133. MELISSA HILL performs at Acme Food Co. Oct. 14. MARTYN JOSEPH per-

AUDIO THERAPY plays the Queen’s Oct. 14-15. CHANTAL KREVIAZUK plays Port Theatre Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $60; $56/ members. Call 250754-8550. CELLOBRATION with Helena and Sean Mooney at Brechin United Church Oct. 15, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $25; $23/students and seniors; $10/children. Call 250-754-8550. FLASHBACK FREDDY performing hits from Elvis, the Beatles, Chuck Berry and more at Acme Food Co. Oct. 15. JOHNNY VALLIS performs tribute to Buddy Holly at Saturday Night Dance Society Oct. 15, 8 p.m., at Departure Bay Activity Centre. Tickets $15 at Neighbours Jiffy Mart and the Smoke Shop. Call 250-585-4154.

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The Barsby Bulldogs are a bunch of tough football players, so they’re not easily spooked. And they’re not going to be intimidated by the greatest AA varsity football team they know – the 2010 Barsby Bulldogs. John Barsby Community Secondary School’s varsity football team won the B.C. championship last year. That accomplishment came many months and many graduating players ago, though – for 2011, the ’Dawgs have adopted an “Our Way” motto. “You can poison yourself as the team after a championship by talking about last year all the time,” said Rob Stevenson, coach of the Bulldogs. “Everything we do this year, we have to accomplish ourselves. We have to earn it. We have to do it our way this year with what we have, not on last year’s ghost.” So far in the pre-season, they’ve been building an identity. They won all four of their preseason games, showcasing an efficient offence, an all-new defensive scheme and dangerous special teams units.

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The coach said he sees “a commitment to creating something with 11” – every player on the field working in concert to achieve team goals. “Nobody’s looking to get his name in the papers or studying the stats,” Stevenson said. “This team excels by trying to make each other better.” Here’s a look at this year’s Barsby Bulldogs:

Offence The offence is led by unflappable quarterback Isaac Mitchell. He has potent weapons in his backfield with rushing threats Nathan Berg and Jacob Odynsky, both of whom averaged 13 yards a carry in the pre-season. The receiving corps features Tyler Vollet, David Work, Robert Morris and Dylan Sanford, all of whom can

block effectively as well as make catches. The offensive line, said Stevenson, is one of Barsby’s best ever, led by Steve Morgan, Jordan Kuziek, James Robinson and Seth Amstutz.

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Team officially adds affiliates Nanaimoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s B.C. Hockey League team b ro u g h t a c o u p l e more young prospects aboard the Clipper ship. T he team added North Island Silvertips Nick Gomerich and Liam Shaw on Monday in the BCHLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first ever 15-year-old affiliate player draft. Chase Lang, a Nanaimoite who attended Clippers training camp, was

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Nanaimo United takes point from tough Sooke Celtic A young Nanaimo United team wasn’t intimidated playing on the league’s roughest, toughest pitch. United’s Div. 1 men scored a 1-1 tie with Sooke Celtic on Friday at the Sooke Log. The home team gave its rabid supporters something to cheer

utes into the second half when Arbanas headed in a George Roumanos free kick. GAME ON … Nanaimo United (1-1-1) is at home Saturday (Oct. 8) to play Bays United (2-1) at 7 p.m. at 7 p.m. at Merle Logan Field. Admission to United games is always free.

about when it opened the scoring 35 minutes in, but the visitors clamped down, with centre backs Jamie Arbanas and Graham Davidson and keeper Mack Zirkl thwarting Sooke’s skilled and physical attackers. United tied the game 10 min-

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The Nanaimo District Islanders’ opponents aren’t going to have much fun this year. The NDSS Tier 2 varsity football team hopes not only to win its games, but also play a punishing style. “We can pack a punch,” said Nate Stevenson, coach of the Islanders. “We’ll come at you and we’ll play some hard-nosed football. Teams that are willing to run on us, they better bring a lot of ice.” Nanaimo District won two of its four preseason games, losing only to higher-tiered opponents. In ND’s final exhibition last Friday, it got out to a 42-0 second-quarter lead over the Isfeld Ice, who promptly surrendered.

The Isles want to be able to pound their way to a championship, and it could be within their grasp. The team lost in the semifinals each of the last two years and feels like it’s been building the whole time. “There’s a feeling in the program that we’ve got two more wins to make and the guys are hungry for that,” Stevenson said. Here’s a look at the 2011 Nanaimo District Islanders:

Offence The Islanders’ double-wing offence will be quarterbacked by Eric Lindsay, who the coach said has a great understanding of the game and ND’s scheme. Wingbacks Brody Uddenberg and Jacob Cheng will get most of the carries in a runcentric attack. Tight ends Josh Fletcher, Cole Dumont and Adonai Mayen will be counted on to clear space for the wingbacks, but also to

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run precise routes and make some catches. The O line is led by centre Hudson Trepanier and guards Peter Le Patezour and Willy Curry. “Our offence is a buzzsaw,” said the coach. “It’s bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, and then we’ll dump it deep on you. We’ve got the players this year to do it.”

Defence On defence, Stevenson said, the Islanders try to wear down the opposition over the course of the game.

Ve t e r a n S t e p h e n Champion is one of the leaders of the D line. The linebacking corps is led by Ben Lindstrom, who has a knack for getting to the ball quickly, and outside linebackers Harb Thach and Steven Rice then close in. The defensive backfield features safety Dustin Wall and corners Wyatt Bilton and Brett Hunter, all of them good athletes who hope the ball comes their way so they can make a play.

Special teams NDSS thinks its kicking game will be a team strength this year. Wolnei Junior, the placekicker, will handle field goals and converts and punter Luiz Ferraz will force opponents to play on a long field. Uddenberg is the primary kick returner, though the Islanders plan to have several different players fill that role. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

’Dawgs trying for ‘blackout’ ◆ From /B1 The linebacking corps is led by Brad Robson and Nathan Berg, while the defensive backfield features corners Robert Morris and Ricky Orr. Coach Rob Stevenson said the D swarms to the ball and buries opponents under Barsby jerseys. “We’re going to be in our blacks, so get ready for a blackout on Friday afternoon,” said the coach.

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Nanaimo District Islanders wingback Jacob Cheng, front, fends off a Ballenas Whalers opponent during pre-season action last month at NDSS field.

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Rival Sun should take a look in the mirror, suggests Raiders president ◆ From /B1 Sun director Blake Roberts was even more upset at the Raiders. “Hadi Abassi’s win-at-all-costs mentality, paying players – it’s rumour innuendo but it does go on – is what’s going to kill the BCFC,” he said. “Mr. Abassi will have a whole bunch of rings on his fingers, as he says, one that he wears on his middle finger so that he can point it at the league.” The Sun have a laundry list of complaints about the Raiders. Aside from the the accusations

of tampering and player compensation, Roberts and Zaron also took issue with the Raiders running up the score in games, with Caledonia Park’s field conditions, changerooms, scoreboard and pirate ship, players’ “shank show” chants, the club’s old “Kill ’Em All” T-shirts and even a 2006 game-day program. Abassi said everything the Raiders do falls within league rules. “We either find excuses for how come we are losers, or we find

some reason to get up in life and answer challenges and win…” he said. “With those people, I wonder how much of it is a smokescreen to blame everything on the Raiders rather than people actually asking them about their own performances.” Raiders players like to think they’re successful because of their work ethic, but Zaron doesn’t buy that. “It just bothers me a little bit when you say, ‘Well, we do this and this so much better.’ No, you have

Sugar Hadi. It’s just the way it is,” he said. “Let’s be honest, are you going to play in Nanaimo because it’s a beautiful city? Are you going to Nanaimo because the facility’s nice? I’m confused here.” Abassi said he was disappointed with Zaron insulting the city of Nanaimo. “It’s authentic, it’s a beautiful city and we love living here…” he said. “Everybody wants to come and live here and play here. Why would you insult a city like that? That’s the part that’s very, very

classless and it’s disappointing because that’s not football.” Ultimately, though, Abassi said if he woke up in the morning and worried about what Roberts and Zaron were saying, he would have issues. “Like Dr. Phil says, I need to get fixed up if I cared about what those people say.” GRID BITS … For a preview of the big football game Sunday, please pick up the next issue of the News Bulletin.

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Silvertips stalled by Canadians MAJOR MIDGET team loses close contests to Greater Vancouver.

The North Island Silvertips found themselves in a couple of hard-fought games, but weren’t able to squeeze out a win. Nanaimo’s B.C. Major Midget League team lost both its games against the Greater Vancouver Canadians on Saturday and Sun-

day at the University of British Columbia, falling 2-1 and then 3-1. The Canadians scored in the final minutes of Saturday’s contest to break a tie. Jordan Levesque scored Nanaimo’s goal. In the rematch, Shane Dial had the only goal for the ’Tips. ICE CHIPS … The Silvertips have a bye week over the Thanksgiving weekend, then play the Okanagan Rockets Oct. 15-16 in Kelowna. Next home action is Oct. 22-23 versus the Thompson Blazers.

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A BOUQUET OF THANK YOU BALLOONS to 4 D Feet Shoe Repair and Orthotics for shortening the belt and adding more holes. Great customer service. A BOUQUET to Val of the Singles Travel Club. Thank you for coming to Nanaimo every month to provide us with fabulous trips. I look forward to the trips being plannned for next year. A BIG BOUQUET OF SUNFLOWERS to everyone at Origins at Longwood – especially Barbara, Judi, Brian and Linda – for all their hard work in setting up, manning and donating the proceeds from their garage sale to Nanaimo Community Hospice Society. More than $390 was raised to help support the free programs offered by the society. A BIG BOUQUET to Curtis at Wal-Mart Photo Finishing. His friendly attitude and excellent communication skills made my photo printing experience a real pleasure. What great customer service. From an appreciative photographer. A BIG BOUQUET to the HandiDart drivers. I don’t know what I would do without them. From the lady in Lantzville. A BOUQUET to the guys at Apple Auto Glass on Cliff Street. It’s so nice to see that we still have honest businesses in our community. I would recommend them to anyone. A BIG BOUQUET to Shayla, a cashier at Fairway Market, for being so kind to the seniors when we come into the store. I will be back.

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A HUGE BOUQUET to Carolyn and Candius at Cruise Plus for being patient with us and arranging our amazing holiday in Mexico. We had a blast. From Yenita and Scott. A HUGE BOUQUET to Nanaimo Bakery and Confectionery for being so understanding when we had to cancel our birthday cake. That is the reason we are regular customers. Thanks again for your understanding. We will order again soon. A HUGE BOUQUET to Emma Irving, who had the common sense to hold a sleep out in a location where homeless people might actually connect. So, were those

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bouquets lofty efforts at the local university about community development or about promoting some local students in the paper? A SPECIAL THANK YOU to Marsh and Son Jewellery Service. You went above and beyond by repairing a safety chain on my bracelet and cleaning the bracelet. A BOUQUET OF ROSES to Maggie at Independent Respiratory Services Inc. for helping my husband and I out with a demo CPAP mask. We were strapped for money and Maggie made it affordable for us to get a mask. A BIG BOUQUET to my best friend Bobby who saved me from drowning when I had a severe epileptic seizure and fell into the lake recently. Thank you so much Bobby, you’re a true friend. Yours truly, Aimee. A BOUQUET of a thousand blooms for our neighbour, Joy, for her kind and considerate ways toward our family. She recognizes our present difficulty and has come to our aid consistantly. You are God’s mercy in action.

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A BEEF to the residents of north Nanaimo who think they are superior to those who live in south Nanaimo. I am proud to live in Harewood, where everyone is respected regardless of how big their paycheque is. ROTTEN EGGS to the person who stole my Canadian flag from the antenna on my car when it was parked in the parking lot at Costco. Your mother must be very proud of you. A BEEF. Who said council made the right decision to give themselves a raise? Are they not employed by the taxpayers?

BOUQUETS to Thrifty Foods for printing receipts on both sides of the paper. It’s a great way to save paper and trees. MY HEARTFELT THANKS to the angels in my Chase River neighbourhood. Your compassion and assistance, exactly when I needed it, is greatly appreciated and will be forever remembered.

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SLICES OF PIZZA AND COLD BEERS for everyone who helped me with my recent move. Your help made a crazy day a little less stressful and cut the move time down significantly.

A HUGE BOUQUET to all the heroes of Sept. 11, 2001. Not just those people in New York, Washington and Pennsylvania who put aside fear and thought of safety to rush to the danger areas. But also to those Canadians who stepped up and gave care and comfort to terrified, grief-stricken and frustrated people who were forced down in this country and unable to get home for days. A HUGE BOUQUET OF MANY THANKS to AC Taxi driver Brett Denby. He is the hero who saved my daughter and partner from the second burning house on Hammond Bay Road recently. He pounded on their door until they woke up. Ten minutes later it may have been too late to save them. They’ve lost their home, but they have their precious lives. Thank you. A RISING HYDRO RATES BEEF to B.C. Hydro’s tyrannical approach to smart meter enforcement. Not only are there health issues, but also look at how rates jumped in Ontario. Smart meters are a disaster. A BARKING BEEF to the neighbours who let their two little yappy dogs bark incessantly. How can you stand to listen to them? Yes, dogs do bark for a reason, but not non-stop. Maybe we’ll buy a “Bark Off” and send you the bill.

A BEEF to automated telemarketers. I’ve had frequent calls from a couple of them. I have no idea what it’s about – I hang up as soon as I hear the beginning of the recorded message. But scam or legit, they should have gotten the message by now – I’m not interested. I don’t buy or accept anything over the phone and don’t respond to recorded messages. A BEEF to those who keep quacking that the HST is the best thing since sliced bread and blame the B.C. voters for what happened to it. Why not put the blame where it belongs – at the feet of the B.C. Liberal government? A BEEF to the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre’s new scan card. In order to purchase what used to be a book of 10 tickets, I now have to give out my name, phone number and address and let them take my picture for a photo ID scan card. I can purchase a reloadable card at Tim Hortons for 10 cups of coffee and they don’t ask for all my personal info and take a picture. AN ANNOYED BEEF to people who think the world revolves around them and everyone else is here to do their bidding. Rather than immediately asking someone else to do something for you, why not try doing it yourself first? At the very least, don’t get annoyed when others don’t have time to deal with your ‘urgent’ request.

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Mental Health Association working to reduce stigma ADVERTISING FEATURE Mental illness affects people from all walks of life. Since 1954, the Mid-Island Canadian Mental Health Association has been offering services to help people suffering for mental health issues or addiction. While progress has been made, mental disorders still carry a stigma. It’s an attitude the CMHA has been striving to change by talking more openly about the issue and encouraging others to share their stories. Bob Simpson, president of the board of directors for CMHA, said some people think they can just tough out a mental illness or they view it as a weakness. That attitude needs to change, he said. “We absolutely have to change that attitude and think of mental health as exactly the same as we think of physical health issues because there is no difference,” said Simpson. “They can be treated. You can find ways to help. There is tons of science being done every day about the kinds of treatment available.” Today (Oct. 6), the CMHA is hosting its annual Canadian Mental Health Voices Breakfast at Hope Lutheran Church, located at 2174 Departure Bay Rd., from 7:30-8:30 a.m. During the event, the Mental Health Voices Award winner will be announced. Past winners include CBC broadcaster Shelagh Rogers, Rafe Mair and rocker Matthew Good.

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Bob Simpson, president of the board of directors for CMHA, says the organization is working to change attitudes toward mental illness. The award is given to an individual who has shown courage, raised awareness and encouraged acceptance and help for others with mental illness. The breakfast is $10 and includes a video about this year’s winner and mental health issues. During the event the CMHA is holding a membership drive and seeking donations to keep its programs running. Membership is $20 and includes the CMHA’s monthly magazine on mental health and addiction issues. “The more membership we have the stronger the association is,” said Simpson. “Like all non-profits we are always in

need of help with our funding to keep our programs going.” Simpson said every non-profit is looking for innovative ways to raise awareness and funds; this is especially true for the CMHA during Mental Health Awareness Week, Oct. 3-9. That’s why the CMHA is excited to be partnering with Applecross Home Hardware, located at 6582 Island Highway North, during Home Hardware’s second anniversary. The store is holding a block party from Oct. 6-9 and the CMHA will be on location from Oct. 7-9. “We’re excited about this, excited about

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Molloy (nee Guernon), Marie Angelina Gilberte Somone April 26 1913 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; September 30, 2011 Gil was predeceased by her parents Marie Louise Tardif and Ernest Guernon. Her husband John Michael Molloy in 1986 and her infant son Michael in 1948. Also, by all of her 10 brothers and sisters. She leaves to mourn her daughter Louise Carlson(Arvid), her adored grandchildren Erik Carlson (Maleah) and Heidi Carlson, her very special friends Gordon Grant and Auburne Heide and numerous nieces and nephews. Gil always said sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d had a very happy life. Gilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s loves in her life were her family and home. She was a woman of great style and had a wonderful sense of humour. She loved playing games and really loved to win. The family wishes to thank the staff at Dufferin Place for their loving and compassionate care of Gil over the last few years. No service or ďŹ&#x201A;owers ďŹ&#x201A; at Gilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request. Condolences may be offered at telfordn@shaw.ca Telfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Nanaimo 595 Townsite Road 250-591-6644

ANNA JARDINE August 28, 1920~September 23, 2011 Anna was granted her Angels Wings on September 23, 2011. Her ďŹ nal days were spent surrounded by family as she passed away peacefully in her sleep. Anna, who was born in Sheho, Sask., moved to Hillcrest, AB and then to Watino, AB where she met and married William Jardine. Anna was a very caring and compassionate person who spent a great deal of her life helping the less fortunate. Her volunteer work ranged from working at the Opportunity Shop in Sackville, NB to volunteering for the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Nanaimo. Anna was also involved in knitting baby clothes for needy children in Afghanistan and also helped deliver meals on wheels. Anna is survived by her sister, Mary Hanson; daughter, Geraldine (Geri) Saywell-Mann; son, Brian Jardine (Donna); grandchildren: Cheryl Estabrooks (Gary), Donald Saywell (Cheryl), Scott Saywell (Kimberly), Sheldon Saywell (Melissa); great-grandchildren: Robert, Taylor, Tanner, Jayden, Marcus, Nash Saywell,, Laura Thurston (Travis), Garth (Nicole), Shawn (Britney) Estabrooks; greatâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;great-grandchildren: Haley, Makayla, Lucas and Jeremy, and several nieces and nephews. Anna was predeceased by her husband, William Jardine; daughter, Marijane Paterson; sons-inlaw: Colin Paterson and Rodger Mann; mother and father Helen and Nick Melynchanko; sister Lillian Weltzin; and brothers Bill, Alex and Mike. Heartfelt thanks go out to all the doctors and nurses at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. A private family service has been held. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Research Foundation.

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Passed away peacefully in Malaspina Gardens on September 30, 2011. She is predeceased by her loving husband Dahms. She is survived by her sister-in-law June Nicholson and numerous nieces and nephews. Yvonne was a truly lovely lady and will be lovingly remembered. A special thanks to the nursing staff on the second ďŹ&#x201A;oor of Malaspina Gardens for their loving care of Yvonne. There will be no service by request. Inurnment will take place in the Masonic Cemetery in Burnaby B.C. reunited with her beloved husband Dahms. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations in memory of Yvonne may be made to charity of oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choice. Condolences may be offered at telfordn@shaw.ca

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NICHOLSON, Yvonne

Patricia i Ellen A Antonsen April 12, 1934 A - September 11, 2011 Patricia passed away September 11, 2011. She will be sadly missed by daughter, Linda Bates (Brad); grandchildren: Travis Bates, Deidra Williamson, Kamie Williamson (Chuck), Wade Todd (Kristine), Tim Todd (Amanda); great grandchildren: Dawson Williamson, Karlee Duguay, Zxander McDonald, Tristan Todd. Patriciaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest daughter Debbie Todd passed away December 24, 2003. Thank you to the nurses and doctors in Palliative Care at NRGH for your tender care.

FORSYTH, Carell May 11, 1929 ~ September 30, 2011 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Carell Forsyth on September 30, 2011 at Malaspina Gardens. We would like to thank the staff of Malaspina Gardens, especially of Kennedy Wing and Franklin Two, for their loving care and kindness. Carell was predeceased by her mother, Peggy Goodwin. She is survived by her partner and friend of 43 years, Loma Landon. Carell loved volunteering for telephone visiting at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. She was also a hospice volunteer. Donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada on Carellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behalf. Sands ~ Nanaimo (250)753-2032

KOWALL, Mary We would sincerely like to thank the staff at Malaspina Gardens for the wonderful care and kindness to Mary and the family, also Dr. Humphries, Maureen Randell, Dennis, and her friends Thelma, Alma, Jesse, Barbara and Lillian from Lakeside Gardens whose visits brightened Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s days. Our thanks also to Rev. Waldemar Podlasz, members of St. Peters Catholic Church and all the ladies of the CWL who took part in the funeral Mass and prepared the tea after the service. It was deeply appreciated. Ron and Theresa Kowall

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Hague, Frederick George March 18, 1941 - September 28, 2011 It is with great sadness that It is family with great the of sadness that Frederick George the family of Hague announces Frederick George his passing on Hague W e d n eannounces s d ay, his passing on September 28, 2011 W e d n e s d a y, at 70 years of age, September 28, 2011 in Nanaimo, British at 70 years of age, Columbia. in Nanaimo, British Columbia. Fred was born March 18, 1941 in Fred was British born Vancouver, March 18, 1941 Columbia. Fred in is Vancouver, British Columbia. He 4is children, survived survived by his wife, Hilda Hague, by his mother, (Margaret) Kory Hague, LanaPeggy (Trevor) Howard, Hague; Carrie wife, Hilda; and his four children: Kory (Len) Harrison, and Monica (Duane) Parent as Hague, Lana (Trevor) Howard, Carrie (Len) well as his mother, Margaret Hague, brothers, Harrison, Monica (Duane) Parent as well as Allan (Janet) Hague, Ernie (Aroonsri) Hague,8 greatgreat grandchild. 8grandchildren grandchildrenand and1 one grandchild. We would would like like family family and and friends friends to to join join us us in in We a celebration of Fredâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life Friday, October 7, a celebration of Fredâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life Friday, October 7, 2011 at the Legion Hall located 7225 Lantzville 2011 at the Legion Hall located 7225 Lantzville Road, from from 2-5pm. 2-5pm. Road, Our heart felt thanks go to all of the family Our heart felt thanks go to all of the family and friends who have reached out in so many and friends who have reached out in so many ways, to show their love for Fred. ways, to show their love for Fred.

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North-Island Auto Dealership is accepting resumes for the position of Sales Manager/Business Manager Please send resume including management qualiﬁcations to: The Mirror, #104 250 Dogwood St. Campbell River, V9W 5C1 ATTENTION: Box #155 or email to angelah@campbellrivermirror.com and type Box #155 in the subject line.

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PAINTING A-ONE PAINTING and Wallpapering. Serving Nanaimo for 28 years . Senior Discount. Free estimates. 250-741-0451 RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL painting services. 38+ years exp. Journeyman Painters. (250)616-8453 (250)245-3772

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100-AUTO REPAIR Books, Childen & Haynes, 1960’s to 1990’s. Great collection. Some specialty editions. $99. (250)754-0104 APPLE BOXES (12) with kindling wood, $2 each. Call 250758-0112. BACK PACK $6. 250-7534798 COMPUTER DESK $10. Kitchen table $25. Ent. centre $15. Girls bed $25. (250)7564745. FILING CABINET, 4-drawer, metal, locking legal size, 52x18x26. Exc. cond. $99obo. (250)755-1160 FRIDGE, apartment size. $99. (250)753-1075 HAIR DRESSING Trolley with 2 drawers $30 & two dozen quart canning jars $2.50/dozen (250)729-0444. IRON HORSE exerciser, $25; Ab Supreme exerciser, $50; Bicycle, $25. 1 (250)754-0097 KENWOOD RADIATOR electric oil filled $50 (purchase price was $101) 585-7509 KIRBY UPRIGHT Vacuum, with accessories, works well, $30. 250-729-0124. KITCHEN FAN, 30” L, new, $35 (cost $90). Call 250-7581051. LARGE HERITAGE dresser, 54” round mirror, 3 drawers & side shelf, $99. (250)753-4490 MEDI-CHAIR for shower, new, adjustable, cost $100, asking $50. Call 250-751-0815. OFFICE SWIVEL chair, with lrg upholstered back, good cond $20. obo. 250-390-3126. SOFA, 2 Seater, light color excellent shape, $80 obo. Call (250)585-3406. STURDY WALKER: Excellent cond.with detachable basket. $95.00 741-1096. TROUT FISHING Hooks: World’s finest sz 2 long fly or bait box 100 $2.50 ea. 2507290875 TV STAND, Future shop, new, tinted glass & metal. Up to 60” TV, $99. (250)758-9447. WHITE WESTINGHOUSE fridge, 30”Wx6’”Hx25”D, clean, runs well, $90. 250-751-5257.

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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE GAS FIREPLACE, free standing, Model EG28, like new, built-in fan, thermostat controlled, $1200 obo. Hunter Fireplace, thermostat controlled, good for bsmt or garage, $500 obo. 250-758-8204.

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FOR SALE BY OWNER BANK DEPOSITS 1%. Real Estate 5% plus. Invest in new downtown waterfront concrete 2 bdrm, 2 ba condo. $319,000. Financing avail.(250)753-3366 CAYCUSE: WELL maintained Recreational Property/Home. 1500 sq.ft, 3 bdrm 2 bath, 5 acres, garage. A stone throw from pristine Cowichan Lake. $399,900. Furnished. Ready to move in! Call 250-478-2648 250-745-3387. DOUBLEWIDE Mobile Home in beautiful Petroglyph Park. Home has 2 bedrms/2 baths + den. Newly renovated inside and out, private, treed setting. Asking $132,900. Call 250-591-4198 evenings.

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Downtown Comox Fully Furnished 2BR, 2Bath, ﬁreplace, secure prkg., elevator., ocean view, ensuite laundry, hydro, phone, cable & internet included. Walk to senior centre,hospital, shops & golf. 250-339-7963 comoxcondo@gmail.com DOWNTOWN NANAIMO. 1bdrm. On-site laundry, parking NS/NP. $550. 250-754-1547.

Ocean & Harbour Views 55+ Building 2 Bdrm Suite Ladysmith 385 Davis Road

250-246-5688 HOSPITAL AREA- 1 bdrm apartment, W/D. Manager on site. $700. (250)716-3305. HOSPITAL AREA- 2 bdrm apartment, W/D. Manager on site. $800. (250)716-3305.

PORT ALBERNI: Family oriented in pet-friendly Mountain View Park; 2 B/R,New updates include vinyl siding, windows, 3 year-old pitch roof. Large 16 x 14 living room, covered sundeck & porch, laundry/work room. All appliances included. $32,900. 250-7246512 or 250-758-0731

NANAIMO: 1 & 2 bdrm adult lifestyle. Open house Oct. 7th, 11-3pm, but you don’t have to wait scoop up the best suite today. 1 bdrm $750. 2 bdrm $850. Call 250-268-7368.

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NANAIMO (DOWNTOWN) ocean view, furnished luxury, 1 bdrm w/den condo, 3 yrs old “Vivo Bldg” $1050, inclds utils & underground parking. Call 250-510-6555.

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RECREATIONAL PROPERTY RARE OPPORTUNITY: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, .83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake (70 Mile House). Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good ﬁshing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-3950599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO BOWEN TERRACE- 1 bdrm, heat incld, sm pet ok. $675. Leave msg (250)245-8869.

NANAIMO DOWNTOWN 3 bdrm,1.5 bath, on-site laundry. NS/NP. $900. 250-754-1547.

NANAIMO: FAMILY sized living, small or large families needed, lots of green space to grow & play. 2 bdrm only $875, 3 bdrm only $1050. Heat/water incld’d. Call 250268-7368.

NORTH NANAIMO Must see! Updated 2 bdrm Apt, new ﬂooring. Near Country Club Mall. Avail now or Nov. 1. Quiet bldg, intercom entry, on-site manager. Free H/W, From $815.

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Ecumenical Community Flea Market: Oct 15. 6234 Spartan Rd. Tables $10 contact Ted 585-7161 / Alan 756-4254

JINGLEPOT AREA: Sat, Oct 8 & Sun, Oct 9; 8am-4pm. Household, garden tools & furniture, books, cd’s, pictures, lots of stuff. 111 Chelan Place

HUGE INDOOR GARAGE SALE: Saturday, Oct. 8th, 9am-2pm. Salvation Army Church, 505 8th St., corner of 8th & Bruce. 50 Vendors! Bring non-perishable food item. Entertainment books available, $30. 250-740-1004. JINGLE POT AREA 1980 Jingle Pot Rd., Sat. Oct 8, 9-4. Lots of toys & toddler clothes. N. NANAIMO 6274 Forest Cres. Sat. Oct. 8th, 8am-1pm. Household goods!

QUALICUM BEACH, 939 McFeely Drive (off Kincade). Sat, Oct 8, 8am-3pm, Sun, Oct 9, 11am-3pm. Estate Sale for cats. Generously donated contents of a home. Crystal, pots & pans, stainless ware, glassdishes, vintage coles, lectibles, appls, misc & lots of books. All proceeds go to Catspan & Qualicum Cat Rescue. Lots of Bargains!

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HOMES FOR RENT 2BDRM, FULLY fenced yard. N/S, N/P. 64 Rainer St. $850/mo +DD. References required. 1 (250)753-2174 C. NANAIMO, $1200 mo + utils, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, W/D, F/S, D/W, wheelchair accessible, fenced back yard, pet neg, N/S, Oct. 1, 250-751-1517. GABRIOLA ISLAND Winter Retreat, Oct to May. Carriage House w/views, garden setting, 900 furnished sq ft. New, immaculate, comfortable, near village & beaches. $750. inclds hydro, wi-ﬁ, cable, resident cat. Single w/references. (250)247-8550.

SUITES, LOWER 1 bedroom bsmt suite, avail. after Oct.1st. 4-piece bath. private entrance, parking. Close to VIU & downtown. Bus route. $700 incl. hydro. N/S. 250-753-2191

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. BRECHIN BRIGHT, 1bdrm walkout. Recently reno’d, priv. entry. Near bus, shops, ferries. N/P. Only $600.(250)618-8842 DEPARTURE BAY: 1b/r suite, private entry, priv. patio $750 utilities incl. 250-751-2405

N. NANAIMO: 1bdrm, $750$800, utils incl, shrd laundry, ref’s. avail now. (250)758-8386

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N. NANAIMO 1bdrm, beautiful bsmnt suite. N/S, N/P. Private entry, prkng, utils incl. No lndry. $700/M + DD. Avail Oct. 1st. Ref. req. (250)758-4963 N. NANAIMO- furn’d lower suite, cable, laundry. NS/NP. Sep entrance. $750. Call 250390-9113 or 250-246-8115. N. NANAIMO- (Norasea Rd) 1 bdrm, separate entrance, close to shops, $750 utils incld. NS/NP. 250-713-0861.

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SOUTH Nanaimo 1 bdrm bsmt suite W/D F/S $700/M+ part hydro NS NP Available now. Call after 5 pm 753-8284

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TOWNSITE- ADULT bldg, 2 bdrms, 2 balconies, clean & fresh. NS/NP. Available Now. $795. (250)758-4871

CENTRAL NANAIMO: furn. $450. Chris 250-740-5332 contact_me@chrislesley.com

UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS Westwood lake area: bright 1 bdrm. F/S, D/W, wood stove. $775 incl. hydro, cbl, internet. Refs. Avail Nov 1. (250)754-1420.

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NANOOSE BAY. Pad on Private estate, inclds sewer water, internet, hydro. Pet friendly. $500./mo. (250)468-7029.

BRECHIN 3BDRM, close to shop/bus/ferries. Ocean views. Lrg deck, family area. N/P. $1050/mo. (250)618-8842

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES CEDAR BY The Sea, lrg 2 bdrm duplex, ocean view, F/P, W/D, covered prkg, private yard, N/S, N/P, $850 mo, avail Oct. 1, 250-722-0044.

HOSPITAL AREA$900+ utils, newly reno’d 2 bdrm duplex, D/W, W/D, microwave, covered parking, storage. NS/NP, Refs. (250)755-5121.

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NANAIMO- 3 bdrm duplex, nice, clean, new carpet, low maintenance yrd. Available Now. $950+ utils. NS/NP. (250)797-2411. NANAIMO- COZY 3 bdrm rancher style, large kitchen, private yard & patio, W/D, close to school & bus N/S. $1000+ utils. (250)758-9745. S. NANAIMO, 2 bdrm level entry duplex, bright, spacious, renovated, priv deck/yard, beautiful garden, insuite lndry, N/S, Oct. 15 or Nov. 1, $875 + utils. Call 250-713-0128. CENTRAL NANAIMO, near VIU. 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 4 appls. new paint, laminate ﬂoors, lrg backyard,carport, thermal windows. Near bus, schools. N/P. Refs. $1075. Avail. Oct. 5. 250-751-5257, 250-390-6852.

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OLD CITY QUARTER: Lge 2 B/R No Smokers, N/P, $850/m Util incl. (250)753-3337

NANAIMO1 bdrm suite, newly reno’d, partly furnished close to VIU & downtown. $600 inclds hydro & cable. (250)618-7110. NANAIMO, NORTH- 1 bdrm, priv entrance & patio. NS/NP. $775 inclds utils & W/D. Refs req’d. (250)751-2068.

NEWLY RENOD 5Bdrm character home close downtown w/d, d/w $1500. 250-668-7462

HAREWOOD: 3BDRM upper, $1,100/mo +DD, 1/2 Hydro/heat. Pets negotiable. (250)591-0151

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HAMMOND BAY- 1 bdrm sxs duplex, private, clean, F/S, W/D, quiet area. NS,NP. Avail immed. $595. 250-758-4871.

NANOOSE: FAM. home, reno’d, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 10mins to Nanaimo. Pets ok, on bus route. $1569. 250-947-5629.

HAMMOND BAY newer 3Bdrm + ofﬁce, 2bath, bright, hardwood & tile throughout, 2 car garage, brand new appliances, mins from beach, on bus route, large living area, vaulted ceilings, avail now. $1500. NS/NP. (250)667-4330

LOVELY, large 2-bdrm suite, North Nanaimo. Private patio/ garden. Off road parking. Nov.1st. $1,000/m. shared laundry and utilities included. (250)756-8992.

OLD CITY Quarter: Character, 300sqft, street frontage, court yard. $775. (250)754-5174.

DEPARTURE BAY, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, 3 level w/ garage, F/S, W/D, new ﬂooring & paint, N/P. Avail Oct. 1. $1100. 250758-0308 or 250-755-6784.

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UNIVERSITY VILLAGE, unfurn’d room, shared kitchen & bath, lndry & utils incl’d with wi-ﬁ, senior preferred, avail immed, $425, 250-753-4036.

COUNTRY CLUB, Loft, Heritage House, Long Lake/mall 2 blks, brand new, 700 sq ft, 1 sm bdrm ﬁts queen bed, sunken tub/stone tile, breakfast bar, $825 mo + shared utils, call 250-668-2291.

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The all-new Passat Highline is sporting a conservative new look for 2012, and it is larger than its predecessor. Volkswagen is expecting brisk sales of its mid-size model.

litre, five-cylinder engine with five-speed manual, you get a long list of standard equipment that includes dual-zone climate control, keyless entry, power windows, multifunction display, cruise control, sixspeaker audio system with auxiliary input, tilt/telescopic multifunction steering, Bluetooth, automatic headlights, heated power mirrors with integrated turn signals and more. Standard safety includes a full complement of airbags, antilock brakes with electronic brake-pressure distribution, tire pres-

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Mercedes-Benz Canada likes to describe the 2012 C-Class coupe as a wolf in wolf ’s clothing. Restyled and re-engineered, the C coupe makes a statement about what Mercedes-Benz believes a premium coupe is supposed to be. There are three versions of the 2012 C-Class Coupe, the C 250, the C 350 and the C 63 AMG. The C 250 comes with a new turbocharged 1.8-litre, DOHC inline four-cylinder with direct fuel injection putting out 201 horsepower. It accelerates from 0-100 kilometres per hour in 7.2 seconds and has a combined fuel consumption rating of 8.2L/100km. The C 350 has a 3.5L direction injection V6 with 302hp. It has a 0-100 km/h time of 6.0 seconds

and a combined fuel rating of 9.2L/100km. Top speed on both is limited to 210km/h. Both use a new version of the 7G-tronic seven-speed automatic called the Plus that gives faster, smoother shifts with less noise while using less fuel. The third Coupe, the C 63 AMG, comes with a 6.2-litre DOHC V8 producing 451hp for an acceleration time of just 4.4 seconds. Top speed is limited to 250km/h. The C 63 gets the new AMG Speedshift MCT seven-speed automatic that offers four drive modes from super sports with launch control to comfort/cruising setting. The AMG Performance Plus package adds the same internals used on the SLS supercar like forged pistons and connecting rods. It adds 30 more ponies and shaves a tenth of a second off the acceleration time. However, with a combined fuel rating of 13.6L/100 km, you wouldn’t be

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