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Family’s dog survives fire BY JENN McGARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN

A family dog trapped inside a burning house on Jingle Pot Road early Saturday emerged alive from the rubble hours later as an excavator began taking apart the destroyed building. Fire investigators suspect the blaze was caused by an electrical malfunction in the attic. Six fire engines were called at about 1:30 a.m. to put out the blaze in the twostorey house. While the owners got out – smoke alarms alerted them to the fire – their dog Daisy, an English mastiff, was trapped inside. Doug Bell, chief fire investigator with Nanaimo Fire Rescue, said the dog initially came out of the burning house with its owners, but when the man ran back inside to grab some clothes, the dog followed and did not come out. Everyone assumed Daisy perished in the blaze, but about 11 hours later, when an excavator was removing the collapsed second floor so investigators could get inside, the dog emerged from wherever it was trapped while trying to escape the fire. “To see anybody come out of that was very, very surprising,” said Bell. “We’ve never seen anything come out of a fire that bad.” Scott Bradd, the owner of the house, said Daisy’s miraculous survival made a tragic day a little brighter. “We were all ecstatic, screaming and yelling at the excavator guy,” he said.

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“She’s a 200-pound dog that everybody loves.” Neighbour Blake Erickson, who watched the fire and the aftermath, said everyone was waiting for the excavator to uncover the dog’s remains when it ran out, soot covering its normally blond fur coat. “When she was alive, it was really surreal,” said Erickson. “It was just the most amazing thing. She was pretty happy to see her owners. It makes you take stock of what really counts.” The dog was taken to a vet, who said the dog was fine except for minor smoke inhalation and minor burns. Bell credits working smoke alarms for saving the occupants’ lives – the fire was breaking through the roof just as they got out. He said the owners were fully insured and have a place to stay, but all their belongings are destroyed. Bradd said the couple started a major renovation of the house, originally an old miner’s cottage, about seven years ago and he had done all of the interior finishing himself, including using wood from the original structure to make cabinets. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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Capt. Doug Bell, Nanaimo Fire Rescue investigator, photographs the aftermath of a fire that destroyed a home on Jingle Pot Road early Saturday.

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BY JENN McGARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN

More than 100 Japanese students found out what life with a Canadian family is like last week. On Friday, 107 students from Furukawa Shogyo High School in the Miyagi Prefecture, one of the areas hardest hit by the earthquake and tsunami last March, were expected to arrive at John Barsby Secondary School. Cheryl Lee, director of Muskoka Language International, said the number of students participating is almost double from last year. Since the students’ school was damaged in the natural disaster last spring, she said they are fortunate to still be able to come to Canada for an educational experience. The students stayed with Nanaimo families before going home today (Nov. 8). The purpose of the visit is two-fold, said Lee. Students get to practise their English-speaking skills and see what life in a typical Canadian family is like, from going to the mall or grocery store to playing a game of street hockey. “It’s a real fancy version of a field trip,” she said. “They’re beginners at English. There’s a certain amount of charades that goes on.” H o m e s t ay f a m i l i e s picked the students up at John Barsby Friday night, then the families and the student returned to the school for a potluck dinner and games Saturday evening, organized by Barsby students. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

Island rail supporters are worried the future of passenger rail service on the Island could be in jeopardy. The concerns were raised Saturday mor ning as VIA Rail’s Dayliner cars were hauled onto a barge, headed to Eastern Canada for refurbishment. Members of the Island Corridor Foundation said there was no indication from VIA Rail as to when or even if the Budd cars will return to the Island. Graham Br uce, ICF executive director, said he believes the return of the cars is tied to whether the federal government will commit $7.5 million to the $15-million track repair project. Graham Hill, a founder of ICF and mayor of View Royal, said taking the cars off the Island without an announcement of funding from the federal government sends the wrong message. He wants to know when the cars will be back and why Ottawa hasn’t committed to repairing the rails. “I’m a bit discomforted until I see a plan to have

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Graham Hill, mayor of View Royal and a founder of the Island Corridor Foundation, waves goodbye to the Dayliner cars. Hill says the Island Corridor Foundation is worried passenger rail cars won’t be returned to Vancouver Island if there isn’t a funding announcement by the federal government to repair the tracks.

those rail cars back,” said Hill. “If we take the rail cars off this land, we have a risk of losing those cars.” H i s s e n t i m e n t s a re shared by Nanaimo Mayor John Ruttan. “How long will they be gone? And the most important question: are they coming back?” asked Ruttan. He said the rail corridor is a vital link for the Island and the federal government hasn’t given a definitive answer about funding to repair the rail despite a commitment by

the province. Dayliner service was discontinued in March due to poor track conditions. Freight service continues with trains running at reduced speeds. The ICF is currently conducting a $500,000 bridge and trestle engineering assessment it expects to have completed by the end of the week. Bruce said restoring passenger service is dependent on funding to complete repairs to the track. The province has committed $7.5 million to the project

and the corridor foundation is seeking matching money from the federal government. Hill said the federal government needs to explain why it hasn’t committed to funding rail repairs when the service is a vital part of the Island’s future. “It was the railways that built Canada. It is the railways that will keep us going and it’s the railways that keep us competitive in an international world where things are tougher all the time,” he said. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

Nanaimo Mounties have arrested a man accused of stealing poppy donation cans from Nanaimo businesses. Anthony Edward Britt, 45, of Nanaimo, was arrested Sunday after he allegedly stole Royal Canadian Legion poppy donation drive cans from the Subway restaurant in University Village and the Wheatsheaf Liquor Store Wednesday, as well as a poppy donation tin from the Wellington Beer and Wine Store Thursday. Britt is also alleged to have taken a Children’s Charity donation jar from the Supreme Convenience store on Boundary Avenue Saturday. Police estimated the total amount of cash contained in the four cans at between $80 and $400. The Royal Canadian Legion uses donations raised through its annual poppy drive to fund its charitable programs as well as education bursaries and scholarships. Britt appeared in Nanaimo provincial court Monday to face four charges of theft under $5,000.

Port sees opportunities with terminal managers BY TOBY GORMAN THE NEWS BULLETIN

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Nanaimo Port Authority will change terminal managers at both its Duke Point Deep Sea Terminal and the Nanaimo Assembly Wharf facilities effective Jan. 1. Bernie Dumas, CEO of the port authority, said outgoing manager Western Stevedoring will be replaced with DP World Vancouver in an

effort to expand and diversify Nanaimo’s ports. “DP is a bigger company and has an opportunity to help us out with different projects, including the cruise ship terminal. They do a lot of cruise facilities around the world and obviously with our new terminal that is a focus for us,” said Dumas. “Western Stevedoring has been the port’s agent for

a long time and with the changing of some of the focuses the port is doing, we felt we should be looking at other options.” Western Stevedoring is facing 14 labour code violations after the death of a 44-yearold North Vancouver worker in May 2010, but Dumas said that scrutiny didn’t trigger the change in terminal manager. “We monitor that type of

thing, but no, those incidents didn’t have any bearing on our decision,” said Dumas. “This was more of a long-term strategy that we have in place.” Nanaimo Port Authority interviewed several terminal management companies before settling on DP World Vancouver, which operates terminals around the world and has offices in Nanaimo. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

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Parents’ group gets dedicated space BY JENN McGARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN

Nanaimo parents are getting a room of their own at Fairview

Community School. Dave Hutchinson, superintendent of schools, approved the District Parent Advisory Council’s request

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said. “It seemed like a request we could and should honour.” Hollie Tarasewich, president of the parents’ group, said the dedicated room is something the organization has been working on since last year. She envisions the room as being a place where parents can access literature and resources, a drop-in space open to people seven days a week. T h e g ro u p a l s o hopes to bring in guest speakers and hold infor mational seminars for all inter-

ested parents and the room will also serve as a place to keep the association’s documents and hold executive meetings, said Tarasewich. “I want it to be for all parents,” she said. Up until now, the association has used a room at Nanaimo District Secondary School for executive meetings once a month. School district spokeswoman Donna Reimer said the district is drawing up an agreement for the two parties to sign.

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School breakfast program feeding Nanaimo students After six months of planning and renovations to several school kitchens, school-based breakfast programs are in full swing. Breakfast Clubs of Canada is providing $110,000 over three years to the Nanaimo-Ladysmith Schools Foundation to launch, expand and sustain full-service breakfast programs in five Nanaimo schools to ensure that vulnerable children across the community get a healthy, nutritious start to their day. Three schools expanded their existing breakfast programs on June 1 – Brechin, Fairview and Park Avenue. NDSS and Forest Park began new breakfast programs in October. t“The BCC grant has opened up many possibilities for our students,” said Diane Goodman, Brechin Elementary School principal. “We are very excited to be able to offer a breakfast program to our students and look forward to the three-year partnership with BCC. The possibilities are endless when schools have support like this.” The first part of the BCC grant enabled the schools to purchase new equipment for their kitchens and/or upgrade other equipment, said Erin van Steen, NLSF executive director.

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Tax exemption offered as incentive for hotel BY TOBY GORMAN THE NEWS BULLETIN

In an effort to build more and better quality hotel rooms near the Vancouver Island Conference Centre, Nanaimo council passed a tax exemption directed at potential developers Monday. The 10-year tax exemption would kick in on any new hotel project. It would include only the city portion of taxes collected and would not affect the current tax base. Nanaimo Mayor John Ruttan said the VICC, which is being subsidized for $1 million annually by Nanaimo taxpayers, is hindered by a lack of quality hotel rooms in the downtown area. It isn’t operating anywhere close to its full potential and as a result, isn’t able to generate the revenue needed to make a substantial profit, he said. “We have 400 quality rooms in the downtown area with conference quality within one kilometre. The VICC can seat 1,300 people and feed 950 at a sitting and

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yet with only 400 rooms, we’re limiting the size of conventions that we could attract,” said Ruttan. “People who organize these conferences have one basic question and that is ‘how far are the hotels to the conference centre?’ and without one right there, and without enough rooms available, those organizers respectfully decline.” Ian Howat, director of strategic relationships for the city, said while a hotel attached to the convention centre is the key target, the exemption will apply to any property zoned for a hotel. “The intent of the bylaw is to encour-

age an increase in the quality of hotel rooms in Nanaimo, not necessarily increase the quantity,” said Howat. “Of course, we would like to see a hotel at the conference centre and that is definitely one of the reasons for doing this. When we considered the hotel for the conference centre, we felt it was also necessary to offer it to all of the hotel-zoned properties in the city of Nanaimo.” Howat added that potential developers have indicated a tax incentive would be welcome. “T here has been renewed interest but it remains to be seen

whether this bears fruit,” he said. It’s estimated a developer could save as much as $1 million annually in municipal taxes on a $40-million hotel. In the city’s ill-fated deal with Millennium/ Suro, contracted by Nanaimo’s previous council, land at Maffeo S u t t o n P a rk w a s included for developers to build condo units as incentive. Council recently voided that offer, forcing city hall to find another way to entice developers. “I think by going ahead with this, we’re demonstrating flexibility,” said Ruttan. “We’re trying to say to the developers that we are prepared to look at options to get it built. Options that I think are financially viable to a builder in my opinion.” T h e by l aw o n l y addresses new hotel construction, as well as demolition and reconstruction on hotel-zone properties, although significant renovations might be considered in the future under an amendment.

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District mulling upgrade for technology A recommendation for millions in technology upgrades will be part of school district budget deliberations next spring. After receiving a review of Nanaimo school district’s technology services last spring, trustees asked for a staff response, which was presented at Wednesday’s board meeting. District staff endorsed the recommendations contained in the review conducted by IBM K-12 consultants, which includes a number of recommendations to improve service, increase access for students and use technology more efficiently. It also recommends upgrades costing $3.6 million over five years.

A staff report recommends addressing all of the priorities outlined in the IBM report starting in the 2011-12 fiscal year. Steve Sproston, information systems manager, told trustees that the department has begun upgrading the district’s core infrastructure, using funds within the budget. He recommends that further planning be undertaken by the information systems department and the Educational Technology Advisory Group to develop a five-year plan for the remaining priorities. Trustee Jamie Brennan said discussion about the technology review’s recommendations will continue next spring.

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Blogger highlights personal side of United Way effort BY BRUCE PATTERSON

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As Vancouver Island University’s loaned representative to this year’s United Way campaign, Adrienne Wanhill wants to raise awareness about the impact that programs have in the lives of people throughout the region. She is using her writing skills to maintain a blog detailing the front-line work of organizations supported by United Way Central and Northern Vancouver Island. In a recent posting, she recounts a visit to the “Growin’ on Up” program held at John Barsby Community School. Nanaimo Foodshare runs the program to teach young parents and their children basic cooking skills with an emphasis on preparing balanced, nutritional meals for their families. The idea for the blog – blogs. viu.ca/unitedway – came naturally to Wanhill. “I wanted to use my skills to WANHILL contribute to the campaign. I knew that some people felt that the campaign was just about being asked to give money.” “With the blog, I get to meet the people who are benefitting from the United Way and write about personal experiences.” After participating in one of the weekly Growin’ on Up sessions, Wanhill blogged about the work of facilitator Anna Dodds. “Together we wash, peel, chop and prepare our meal. While we work, Anna educates,” Wanhill wrote. “She shows us how to best chop the vegetables for roasting (small chunks or long sticks), she talks about preserving the nutrients by leaving skins on, cooking temperatures and times, growing our own vegetables, and making smart choices in the grocery store. Stick to the outside of the store where the fresh produce, dairy and meats are kept, avoiding as much as possible the interior isles of tempting, packaged foods.” Over the next six weeks, Wanhill plans to report on others who directly benefit from United Way contributions. “I think it’s a bit more effective way to reach people – to educate readers in a more subtle way.” In 2010, VIU employees in Nanaimo, Cowichan, Powell River and Parksville-Qualicum raised more than $20,000 for the United Way through payroll deduction and fundraising events.

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Tuesday, November 8, 2011

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ELECTION NANAIMO - MAYOR Dan Didio Dan Didio says he’s running for mayor to bring accountability to the way city hall spends taxpayer money and to offer alternatives for people unhappy with the low-barrier housing process. “I see a solution to a really big problem we have, which is overtaxing and overspending,” said Didio, 39, a retired computer programmer. “I have a simple, tax-free solution, which is to create a computer program, which I could put together in about a day, and it tracks the spending of taxpayer money and puts it on a webpage so all can see what is being spent. Any major expenditures should DIDIO be voted on by residents.” Didio said he believes a solution to the low-barrier housing issue in Nanaimo is to place housing units in industrial areas rather than residential ones, a move he said will “bring industrial areas to life” by generating commercial opportunities such as cafés and corner stores for those being housed there, while eliminating conflict with seniors’ centres and schools. Didio said he is also researching biofilters as a way to reduce costs on sewage processing.

Jim Routledge Nanaimo mayoralty candidate Jim Routledge plans to bring his business philosophy of complete honesty and transparency in everything he does to city hall if elected Nov. 19. “If I get information and share it, I know where it is. The whole transparency issue to me is one of communication,” said Routledge, 57. “You can’t underestimate the input you get from the public.” Owner and CEO of Nanaimo’s Routledge Homes, Routledge was born in Vancouver and received a bachelor of commerce degree from the University of British Columbia. ROUTLEDGE Living in Nanaimo since 1982, he is an active member of Toastmasters, the Nanaimo Rowing Club and TD Bank Friends of the Environment Foundation. His No. 1 election priority is a footbridge to Newcastle Island as a way to attract economic development to the area. “A bridge to Newcastle speaks directly to attracting people, attracting homeowners and attracting businesses to Nanaimo,” he said. For more information, please go to www. jimroutledge.org.

Roger McKinnon believes leadership, direction and vision will make Nanaimo one of the leading small cities in B.C. with a strong economy and a rich community spirit that supports all its citizens and celebrates its diversity. “Instead of mayor and council, staff and taxpayers fighting amongst each other, let’s work as a team,” said the 56-yearold candidate for mayor in the Nov. 19 municipal election. “Our competition is other cities on the Island and around the province. Instead of having three teams, we need one team – Team Nanaimo.” Owner of McKinnon and MCKINNON Associates, a real estate consulting firm, McKinnon is a graduate of Malaspina College, past chairman for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Vancouver Island, is a founding member of the Vancouver Island University Foundation and was president of the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board. “My community is an important part of my conscience,” he said. For more information, please go to www. mckinnonfornanaimo.com.

John Ruttan * (incumbent) It has been a busy three years for Mayor John Ruttan, and he anticipates if re-elected, the next three will be even more productive. From two key neighbourhood plan adoptions to the acquisition of 1.2 hectares at Neck Point Park, and a new zoning bylaw to the adoption of a new Nanaimo Cultural Strategy, Ruttan said looking back, he is proud of what council has done. “Some people say we got off to a slow start and were indecisive but my style is being inclusive, letting people voice their opinions,” said Ruttan, 72. “As a result, looking back, we as a council have accomplished a lot over the past three years.” His greatest achievement, he says, was the creation of the Nanaimo Economic RUTTAN Development Corporation, which will focus on generating economic prosperity by adding jobs while making the city an even more attractive place to invest. To coincide with that, the Development Process Review and Nanaimo Progress Board have also been established by Ruttan this term to oversee economic development progress. If elected again, Ruttan said he will introduce his Nanaimo 2020 plan, an initiative to build consensus among city stakeholders to move Nanaimo forward in a unified and cohesive direction. For more information on Ruttan’s campaign, visit www.johnruttan.ca.

Look for profiles of council candidates later this week.

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Drug treatment program receiving strong response BY RACHEL STERN THE NEWS BULLETIN

A therapeutic community at Surfside House is providing access for men struggling with addiction issues. The four-month therapeutic community program for men began Sept. 26 through a partnership between the Nanaimo and District Surfside Society and the Nanaimo Regional John Howard Society. “We’re very excited about what’s happening,” said Barry Coulson, vicechairman of the Surfside’s board of directors, adding it’s a much larger piece of the puzzle in providing accessible and affordable addiction treatment. France Tellier, director of programs for the John Howard Society, said it’s been going well and the program is getting a strong response and lots of referrals from other organizations, such as the Vancouver Island Health Authority. Clients can also refer themselves to treatment, but must meet eligibility criteria. For information about the self-referral process please call the Vancouver Island Therapeutic Community at 250758-5611. Prior to the partnership, Surfside operated a 42-day recovery program that focused on the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. The new program delves further into the recovery process by examining the underlying causes of addiction and building prevention measures. The length of the program, a minimum commitment of

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four months, which can be extended depending on where a person is at in their recovery process, also allows men to create after-treatment plans, such as attending school or transitioning into employment. The therapeutic program is facilitated by counsellors, has peer-support and Surfside alumni serve as mentors. Residents must abstain from substance use while living at the house. In 2008, Surfside, like many non-profit organizations, was facing a financial pinch with less grant money to continue operations. The lean times sparked a conversation with the John Howard Society and the creation of the four-month program. The program is modelled after John Howard’s Guthrie House, which operates at the Nanaimo Correctional Centre. Guthrie House treats up to 30 men and is a group-based residential treatment program where residents are involved in all aspects of their recovery. Coulson said the therapeutic community program is on the cutting edge and the organizations hope it will become a template for others. While there are private treatment facilities available, they remain financially out of reach for the majority of people who suf fer from addiction issues, Coulson said. People can donate to the program by contacting the John Howard Society at 250-754-1266 or going to www.canadahelps.org and donating to either Surfside Society or the Nanaimo John Howard Society. reporter3@nanaimobulletin.com

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Tax exemption a tricky offer Offering a 10-year tax exemption on any new hotel development might be the only way to get more high-quality rooms built in Nanaimo. But what about the hotels that have successfully operated here, and therefore supported the city through property taxes, for decades? City council is offering the exemption as a cherry to entice developers to commit to a new downtown hotel, needed to bolster the operation of the Vancouver Island Conference Centre, which opened in 2008 and is unable to attract larger events due to the dearth of nearby rooms. A previous council committed a chunk of land from a corner of Maffeo Sutton Park for development of condos, but after the ill-fated deal with Millennium was finally laid to rest, that enticement was put aside. With city taxpayers injecting $1 million annually into the conference centre, it makes sense to continue pushing for a hotel, or any other amenities, that might help put the conference centre in a better financial position. But this tax break must be a slap in the face to all the hotel operators who have dutifully gone about their business for years, and just as dutifully paid their property taxes every year for the right to do that business. Many have also undergone major renovations and upgrades, increasing the value of their properties, thereby increasing the taxes paid to city coffers. Council’s efforts to bring a new hotel development to shore up the conference centre’s viability are to be commended, but this move appears to ignore a key portion of the commercial tax base, a portion that will face increased competition if the gambit works. Offering incentives is a dicey game, in that it’s tough to ensure all affected are treated fairly. The Nanaimo News Bulletin is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

New technology a matter of choice in an era when governments blew I want a new cellphone tower up small South Pacific islands and and a smart meter. the Nevada desert with nuclear I was visiting a relative in the weapons, so we think pretty much Boat Harbour area a few weeks back and wanted to text message a alike. Meaning radioactive fallfriend, but cell service in that area out is something to be concerned about, cell signals aren’t and B.C. sucks. Hydro smart meters are good. I can understand not having We also believe people worry cell service in parts of B.C. far removed from any form of civiliza- themselves stupid over cell towers and smart meters, because of an tion, but I’m in Nanaimo and if it inability or unwillingweren’t for a minority ness to assess risk. of people up in arms REPORTER’S Here we all are on a about a new cell tower VIEWPOINT nice autumn day spinproposed in Cedar, I’d Chris Bush ning around at 1,000 have the service I’ve Photographer miles an hour on the paid for. outer crust of an othI’ve never understood erwise molten blob negative reaction to cell of magma, whipping towers. People wander through the universe around their houses with nothing more than with cordless phones gravity, a thin envelope pressed to their heads of gas and the Earth’s and bathe themselves electromagnetic field to in WiFi so they can sit shield us from the deadly, frozen, on the back porch and surf eBay. irradiated, vacuum of space. Their kids even press their faces Upset the precarious balance of up to their microwave oven doors cosmic coincidences maintaining so they can watch popcorn pop, our delicate orbit around our sun but the thought of a cell tower in as we thread our way through the their neighbourhood sends them paths of really big asteroids of into a tizzy. mass-extinction that slam into our I get that people don’t want an esthetically unappealing structure planet every 65 million years or so, and we’d all get snuffed in a blaze near their backyards, but instead of glory faster than you can say, of saying so, they use the cell-sig“ionizing radiation.” nal-radiation-causes-cancer scare Yet the majority of the populatactic even if they’re never able to tion remains surprisingly unconcite a single conclusive scientific cerned about this state of affairs. study backing the claim. Sorry, I can’t wait for B.C. Hydro I talked about this with my to plug in my smart meter, so I can neighbour. Both of us come from start tracking in real time where technology backgrounds and lived

I’m wasting power. Not because saving power will cause B.C. Hydro to tear down a dam that wiped out an entire ecosystem in the first place, (yes, I am a nuclear power advocate who happens to like solar and wind energy generation technologies) but because it might help prevent them from damming yet another river and, at the very least, it will save me money. I wonder how much lower electricity demand would be if stores and consumers didn’t have to refrigerate milk? Remember gamma-irradiated milk back in the early ’80s? I thought it was a great product – perfect for camping – but a minority of people screamed bloody murder about it until it got pulled off the shelves along with the freedom for the majority of consumers to choose for themselves whether they wanted to buy it or not. A similar thing is happening with smart meters today. A highly vocal minority is using political manipulation and disinformation (the government will spy on us through our smart meters. Seriously?) to prevent a majority of customers from accessing a product that could help cut energy consumption drastically. No group is right simply because it shouts louder than everyone else. How about we do this democratically. I order a smart meter if I want and whoever doesn’t can stick with their old meter. photos@nanaimobulletin.com

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Opponents cloud issue of Lantzville land-use bylaw To the Editor, As a resident of Lantzville, I have a challenge for anyone connected with, or in agreement with the Friends of Urban Agriculture Lantzville group. If FUAL has the answer to the conflict that has led to the proposed Lantzville bylaw, and it will take into account the rights and privileges of the entire surrounding neighbourhood, then let’s hear it. I was at the public hearing for Lantzville residents regarding the proposed bylaw, and witnessed a dog and pony show staged by FUAL, parading a long line of speakers from other communities against the proposed bylaw. If they feel they have the right to speak regarding our bylaws, then let’s hear their constructive answer to the problem. All the out-of-town speakers talked about saving the world’s food supply, feeding our children, growing locally, but not one mentioned respecting neighbours’ rights, safety of children in the area with increased traffic on a no-through street, increases in rodents attracted to raw manure piles, possible contamination of surrounding ground water supply due to leaching of raw manure through the gravel base. This proposed bylaw puts no restrictions on growing food for personal consumption and is intended to address a legitimate problem with regards to a commercial business operating on residential property within a residential neighbourhood. The small commercial farm at the centre of this dispute has been operating for the past few years and neighbours affected have tried to reach a compromise to their concerns, but to no avail. This bylaw may not be perfect, but it is a good step in trying to address an escalating dispute within the community and it tries to take in the concerns of all involved. Using the need for locally grown produce as a means of clouding the issue of a commercial operation in a residential neighbourhood is not constructive, and only serves to fuel emotional arguments between both sides. Steve Brown Lantzville

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Decisive action needed for changes To the Editor, When we humans invented farming, we invented the ability to exterminate ourselves through overpopulation. When we were hunter-gatherers, our population couldn’t outgrow our natural food sources. With farming, overpopulation became possible, and we began to progressively destroy the natural world to make room for crops to support our growing numbers. When we invented money, we invented an even better reason to destroy the natural world. Before money was invented, it made no sense for a hunter to kill more than he could use and then hoard it, because large excesses just rotted. Sharing made sense and hoarding didn’t. Money, however, doesn’t rot, and it really opened the throttle on a few of our less admirable tendencies like selfishness and greed. In B.C., the results are obvious. Native people lived here

energetically and speedily as we can, and our biggest concern seems to be the price of gas. Our entire society is based on money, including our ‘democratic’ governments, (which are presently being destroyed by the lure of money from large corporations) our education systems, our media, even our food and entertainment. Money and population growth go well together, because corporations always need more consumers so that they can keep making more money. Is this good for us? As humans, we’re the only creatures on Earth with the ability to choose. The road we’re on leads to a cliff. Shall we just keep the pedal to the metal? We can change the direction of our society, but it requires a lot of hard thought and action. Whether we realize it or not, our government is us. It won’t change unless we do. Karl Stevenson Royston

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The creation of farming and money has caused an over-populated planet and is leading humans down the road to destruction of the natural world, letter writer says.

for more than 10,000 years without destroying the forests and the salmon. They didn’t have money, but we brought it. We laid waste to the forests and fish in less than 200 years,

and we did it all for money. Somehow, humans and money together create an almost diabolical mix. We’re currently destroying our planet and ourselves as

Readers respond: Feedback on news items Next generation provides hope To the Editor, Re: Janitorial review a ridiculous waste, Letters, Nov. 5. Congratulations to Rebecca Christofferson for such a sensible letter, but what does it say about today’s ‘adult’ generation, that it takes one of the very generation that are supposed (and hope) to take a lead from that same adult generation, to present a perfect example of using basic common sense.? It also goes on to say much about many parents, that once again someone of their children’s own generation has to tell those children to clean up their mess. I know what would

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have happened in my (admittedly long ago) childhood to anyone who threw away a half-eaten sandwich, but then there was little chance of anyone throwing food away of any kind. We are living in a generation where ‘absurdity’ rules in the adult world. Fortunately with

young people like this, there is hope that they won’t follow in their parents’ footsteps. Charles Reid Nanaimo

Liberals bent on destroying Hydro To the Editor, Re: B.C. Hydro deferring expenses

to bolster provincial coffers, Nov. 5. To be perfectly clear, money from Hydro is money from consumers. Fudging the books is fudging the books. Let’s start by not wasting $1 billion on stupid meters and let’s do away with these compensation packages and bonuses that no one but those benefactors agree are warranted. B.C. Hydro does not need to make money, it only needs to cover its costs and provide affordable power to the owners of B.C. Hydro – B.C. taxpayers. The money saved to those taxpayers will be spent in other ways benefiting B.C.’s economy. In the near future this Liberal government will be talking

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privatization of B.C. Hydro or public and private partnership agreements, as they are systematically destroying B.C. Hydro in order to justify selling it off. You can bet your bottom dollar the business community reaching a partnership with the government will only do so if it is profitable for them, again at the ratepayers’ expense. Call an election, stop smart meters, have a referendum and put an end to corruption in politics. Gordon Campbell became drunk on on power and Christy Clark is following his lead. Let’s not rule out recall. Serge Vaillancourt Nanaimo

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Students reduce energy consumption Students at Vancouver Island University residences are spending time in the dark all in the name of energy conservation. From unplugging cell phone chargers, enjoying a meal by candlelight to possibly taking a cold shower, the students are working together in their residence buildings to reduce their energy use in an competition geared to educate and

take energy conservation to the next level. The goBEYOND Campus Climate Network is running its second annual provincewide Do it in the Dark Residence Energy Challenge Nov. 7-25. Last year, post-secondary students across B.C. managed to conserve more than 125,000 kWh at a saving of more than $9,000. “There is a lot to be

learned about electricity and natural gas conservation – especially for students in residence who are often living on their own for the first time,” said project manager Melissa Kendzierski. “This competition provides the ultimate platform for students to actually see how their efforts can make a big difference.” Energy consumption in each participating building

is measured for a two-week period prior to the competition to capture typical energy usage. Energ y readings are taken throughout the competition and posted on an online leader board (www. doitinthedark.ca) where participants can see how much energy they’ve saved, how their buildings compare and what they need to save to win prizes.

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PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the electors of School District No. 68 (Nanaimo-Ladysmith) that an election by voting is necessary to elect nine (9) school trustees for term commencing December 2011. The persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are: TRUSTEES - Nine persons to be elected Surname Given Names

Jurisdictional Address

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Donna

Nanaimo

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Nelson E.

Nanaimo

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Bill

Nanaimo

Brennan

Jamie

Curley

Nancy

Nanaimo Nanaimo

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Kim

Nanaimo

Jean Louis

Rosmy

Nanaimo

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David

Nanaimo

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Dot

Nanaimo

Robinson

Bill

Nanaimo

Routley

Noah

Nanaimo

Saunders

TerryLynn

Nanaimo

Welch

Sharon

Nanaimo

ADVANCE VOTING DAY OPPORTUNITIES City of Nanaimo – Bowen Park Complex Auditorium, 500 Bowen Road Wednesday, November 9, 2011: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 16, 2011: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Regional District of Nanaimo – 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo Wednesday, November 9, 2011: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 16, 2011: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Gabriola Elementary School Library – 680 North Road, Gabriola Island Wednesday, November, 9, 2011: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Town of Ladysmith – Ladysmith City Hall, 410 Esplanade, Ladysmith Wednesday, November 9, 2011: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 16, 2011: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. District of Lantzville – 2nd Floor, 7192 Lantzville Road, Lantzville Wednesday, November 9, 2011: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 16, 2011: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Cowichan Valley Regional District – Island Savings Centre, 2687 James Street, Duncan Wednesday, November 9, 2011: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 15, 2011: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The restrictions on voting at an advance voting opportunity have been removed so it is no longer necessary to complete a declaration as to why you are voting at an advance voting day.

RESIDENT ELECTORS who will be applying to register at the time of GENERAL VOTING DAY will be Saturday, November 19, 2011, voting must provide at least two documents verifying the applicant’s between the hours of *8 a.m. and 8 p.m. and open to QUALIFIED identity, with at least one containing the applicant’s signature, such as a ELECTORS OF SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 68 (NANAIMO-LADYSMITH) Driver License. at the following locations: ID Required to Register for Municipal Elections (any two) City of Nanaimo Chase River Elementary School a) B.C. Driver’s License Departure Bay Activity Centre b) B.C. Identification Card Dodd Narrows Room, Port of Nanaimo Centre c) ICBC Vehicle Insurance Documents Frank J. Ney Elementary School d) B.C. CareCard or Gold CareCard Georgia Avenue Community School e) Social Insurance Card McGirr Elementary School f) Citizenship Card Nanaimo Alliance Church g) Property Tax Notice Nanaimo Aquatic Centre h) Credit or Debit card Oliver Woods Community Centre i) Utility bill *Protection Island Firehall NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS – If you own property within Quarterway Elementary School the geographical boundaries of the school district but reside elsewhere, you Wellington Community Hall may be eligible to vote as a Non-Resident Property Elector. A person may Regional District of Nanaimo register as a Non-Resident Property Elector in relation to only one parcel of Area A North Cedar Intermediate School real property within the geographical boundaries of the school district. Cranberry Fire Department Hall If more than one individual is the registered owner of the real property, only Area B Gabriola Elementary School one of those individuals may register and the person registering must do so Area C Extension Hall with the written consent of the number of those individuals who, together Pleasant Valley Social Centre with the person registering, are a majority of registered owners. Area E Nanoose Place In order to qualify to vote as a Non-Resident Property Elector you must meet Town of Ladysmith Frank Jameson Community Centre the following criteria: District of Lantzville Costin Hall ➢ Canadian citizen; Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) ➢ 18 years of age or older on voting day; Area G Chemainus Elementary School ➢ resident of B.C. for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day; Area H North Oyster Elementary School ➢ a registered owner of real property within the geographical boundaries of the school district for at least 30 days immediately before the day of *NOTE: Protection Island Fire Hall hours are 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. registration; and *NOTE: Nanaimo Regional General Hospital hours are 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. ➢ not otherwise disqualified by law from voting. QUALIFICATIONS FOR VOTING Persons qualifying as Non-Resident Property Electors who will be applying If you are not on the voters list, you may register at the time of voting by com- to register at the time of voting, must complete an application form, must pleting the required application form available at the voting place. To register provide at least two documents that provide evidence of the applicant’s idenyou must meet the following qualifications: tity and must provide a copy of Land Title registration or tax notice which ➢ Canadian citizen; ➢ 18 years of age or older on voting day;

provides proof of ownership. At least one of the documents must contain the applicant’s signature such as Driver’s License.

➢ resident of B.C. for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day; FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on the 2011 School District Election ➢ a resident within the geographical boundaries of the school district for contact Phil Turin, Chief Election Officer at 250 741-5240 or Cathy Kelt, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250 741-5238 or visit our website at www. at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and sd68.bc.ca. For information on Areas G and H of the CVRD contact Dennis ➢ not otherwise disqualified by law from voting. Brown, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250 245-9918.

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Piling preserves Suzanne MacKinnon, owner of Sue’s Preserves, arranges her jams and jellies during the Community Roots Festival hosted by Nanaimo Foodshare Oct. 29 at the Bowen Park Auditorium.

Bastion bathed in blue A city landmark will have a definite blue look about it throughout November. The Bastion will be bathed in a blue light in acknowledgment of Diabetes Month in Nanaimo. Types of diabetes include: Type 1, where the body makes little or no insulin; Type 2, where the body makes insulin but cannot use it properly and Gestational diabetes, where the body does not properly use insulin during pregnancy. For more information on diabetes please, go to www.diabetes.ca.

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Wednesday ◆ BASTION CITY Probus Club meets at Beban Park Social Centre. Probus is a social club for retired and semi-retired men and women. Newcomers welcome. 250-754-2552.

Thursday ◆ NANOOSE NATURALISTS meet 7 p.m. at the Nanoose Library on Northwest Bay Road. Speaker is Nick Raeside on The Use of Fire as a Forest Management Tool. Nanoose naturalists.org or call 1-250-468-5346 for information. ◆ NANAIMO RHODODENDRON Society meets at 7:30 p.m. at Beban Park Social Centre. Guests welcome, free admission. Visit http://nanaimo. rhodos.ca.

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SQUARES hosts an evening of square dancing beginning

at 7:30 p.m. at Wellington Hall. Visitors and dancers welcome.

250-390-3776 for more information. ◆ ST. ANDREW’S Church on Wesley Street hosts Holly Daze Tea, which includes a bake table, Granny’s Treasures, crafts, and surprise packages, from 1:303:30 p.m.

Saturday ◆ MID-ISLAND Vasculitis support group meets at 2 p.m. and is open to people with vasculitis, their family and friends. 250-716-5780 for info and location. ◆ BASTION CITY Wanderers Volkssport Club hosts a five- and 10-Nanaimo walk. Registration at 9:45 a.m. in the food court (near the Perfect Cup) in Country Club mall and the walk starts at 10 a.m. For more information call 250756-9796. ◆ TRAVELLING

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CANDIDATES FOR MAYOR ((one to be elected)) JURISDICTION OF RESIDENCE Nanaimo, BC Nanaimo, BC Nanaimo, BC Lantzville, BC

CANDIDATES FOR COUNCILLOR ((eight g to be elected)) JURISDICTION OF RESIDENCE ANDERSON, George g Nanaimo, BC BESTWICK, Bill Nanaimo, BC BLUNDELL, Arlene Nanaimo, BC BRENNAN, Diane Nanaimo, BC BRUNIE, Brunie Nanaimo, BC CATHERS, Chris Nanaimo, BC FILLMORE, Brian Nanaimo, BC FULLER, Gordon Nanaimo, BC GREVES, Ted Nanaimo, BC JOHNSTONE, Diana Nanaimo, BC KIPP, Jim Nanaimo, BC KORPAN, Garyy Richard Nanaimo, BC LOMAS, Rod Nanaimo, BC MAARTMAN, Zeni Nanaimo, BC MANHAS, Jeet Nanaimo, BC MCKAY, Bill Nanaimo, BC OLSEN, Darcyy Nanaimo, BC OUELLETTE-CROUCHER, Christopher p James Nanaimo, BC PATTJE, Fred Nanaimo, BC RAMSAY, Peter Quinn Nanaimo, BC SNIKKERS, Trent Nanaimo, BC ZVER, Rob Nanaimo, BC

GENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualiﬁed electors of the City of Nanaimo on Saturday, November 19, 2011 between the hours of 8 am and 8 pm at the following locations: Chase River School Departure p Bayy Activityy Centre Dodd Narrows Room, Vancouver Island Conference Centre Frank J. Neyy School Georgia g Avenue School McGirr School Nanaimo Alliance Church Nanaimo Aquatic q Centre Oliver Woods Community Centre Protection Island Fire Hall* Quarterway Elementary School g Communityy Hall Wellington

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Monday ◆ SUPPORTING EMPLOYMENT Transitions (SET) is hosts a free Power Interviews workshop from 9 a.m. to noon at 101-155 Skinner St. To register, contact 250-7140085.

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◆ MYSTERIES THAT Hit Close to Home, a series of readings by local mystery authors. 4-6 p.m. at Nanaimo Harbourfront Library. 250-753-1154.

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and Support Group, hosted by Island Counselling. Relationship stress, worries, depression, fears, grief? Wednesdays from 7-9 p.m. in a safe, caring environment. By donation. For location or to register, call 250-754-9988.

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Friday ◆ PARAMEDICS FOR Honduras Medical Mission for the Kids is selling poinsettias to fundraise at Nanaimo North Town Centre. Call 250-667-1671 for details.

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SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITY A Special Voting Opportunity (Mobile Poll) will be available to qualified electors who are residents, patients, visitors or staff of the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital at the time of voting, as follows: Saturday, November 19, 2011 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Nanaimo Regional General Hospital 1200 Dufferin Crescent, Nanaimo, BC QUALIFICATIONS FOR VOTING Resident Electors If you are not on the list of electors and you live within the City of Nanaimo, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the Voting Place. You will be required to produce two (2) pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity. To register as a resident elector, you must meet the following qualifications: ➣ ➣ ➣ ➣

age 18 years or older on general voting day; a Canadian citizen; a resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding Voting Day; a resident of the City of Nanaimo for at least 30 days immediately preceding Voting Day; and, ➣ not otherwise disqualiﬁed by law from voting. ID Required q to Register g for Municipal p Elections Acceptable forms of Identiﬁcation include the following: ➣ ➣ ➣ ➣ ➣ ➣ ➣ ➣ ➣ ➣

BC Driver’s Licence BC ID Card from Motor Vehicle Branch ICBC Owner’s Certiﬁcate of Insurance and Vehicle Licence BC Care Card Ministry of Social Development – Request for Continued Assistance Form (cheque stub) Social Insurance Card issued by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada Citizenship Card issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada Property Tax Notice issued by the City of Nanaimo Credit card or Debit card Utility bill for electricity, natural gas, water, telephone or cable services

Non-Resident Property p y Electors If you own property in the City of Nanaimo but reside elsewhere, you may be eligible to vote as a Non-Resident Property Elector. In order to qualify to vote as a Non-Resident Property Elector you must meet the following criteria: ➣ age 18 or older on general voting day; ➣ a Canadian citizen; ➣ a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; ➣ a registered owner of real property in the City of Nanaimo for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; ➣ not entitled to register as a resident elector in the City of Nanaimo; ➣ the only persons who are registered owners of the real property, either as joint tenants or tenants in common are individuals who are not holding the property in trust for a corporation or another trust; ➣ not disqualiﬁed by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualiﬁed by law; ➣ if there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, register as a non-resident property elector; and, ➣ a person may only register as a non-resident property elector in relation to one parcel of real property in a jurisdiction. Acceptable proof of ownership includes the following: ➣ ➣ ➣ ➣

Title Search for a property within the City of Nanaimo Property Tax Notice issued by the City of Nanaimo State of Title Certiﬁcate for a property within the City of Nanaimo Assessment Notice for a property within the City of Nanaimo.

NOTE: No corporation is entitled to be registered as an elector or have a representative registered as an elector and no corporation is entitled to vote. For further information on the 2011 Municipal Election, please contact: Joan Harrison, Chief Election Ofﬁcer, or Kris King, Deputy Chief Election Ofﬁcer at (250) 755-4405 or visit our website at www.nanaimo.ca

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Fruit delivery helps Rotary causes The Rotary Club of Nanaimo North is offering up a little California sunshine in the form of citrus fruit to brighten up these dark, winter days. Tree-ripened

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Cooking contribution Arthur Cong, left, Senh Sy and chef Angela Cassino of the Mix Restaurant on Bowen Road present Brenda Rositano of the Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation, right, with a $1,000 cheque. The money, raised during the restaurant’s grand reopening Dinner by Donation event, goes toward the purchase of equipment for the emergency department at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital.

Shoe boxes provide gifts, hope Christmas without a gift is almost unthinkable in Canada, but it’s an annual occurrence for many children in Third Word countries. Operation Christmas Child delivers gift-filled shoe boxes to children around

the world living in the midst of poverty, disease, war, and natural disaster. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has been a vital project of Samaritan’s Purse – a Christian relief and development organization providing physical

and spiritual aid to hurting people around the world. Last year, Canadians filled 640,714 shoe boxes with gifts for children in the developing world. This year, the goal is for more than 750,000 boxes. The News Bulletin

Notice of Intent to Issue an Amendment to Operational Certiﬁcate 1714 under the provisions of the Environmental Management Act

Ted Greves Nanaimo City Council

Take notice that the Director intends, a minimum of 30 days after the date of this publication, to issue AN AMENDMENT TO OPERATIONAL CERTIFICATE 1714 to the Regional District of Nanaimo for the existing regional landfill located in Nanaimo, British Columbia. The amendment will update the operational certificate to be consistent with the amended Regional District of Nanaimo solid waste management plan approved by the Minister of Environment on August 18, 2010. A copy of the draft amended operational certificate may be viewed at the Regional District of Nanaimo office located at 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo BC V9T 6N2, during normal business hours. Any comments regarding the draft operational certificate must be sent to the Regional Manager, Environmental Protection, Ministry of Environment, 2080A Labieux Road, Nanaimo BC V9T 6J9, within 30 days of the date of this publication. A copy of any comments should also be sent to Carey McIver, Manager, Solid Waste, Regional District of Nanaimo, 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo BC V9T 6N2. Dated at Nanaimo, British Columbia on November 1, 2011.

is again a pick-up and drop-off depot for the boxes that contain information on what to include and how to pack them. Supplies can also be obtained at The Buzz Coffee house on Uplands Drive, the Christian Book Store on Estevan Road and the First Baptist Church on Waddington Road. Donors are asked to mark the outside of the boxes whether it is for a boy or girl in age categories twofour years, five-nine years, 10-14 years. Suggested items include school supplies, small gifts, stuffed animals, hair clips, toy jewelry, T-shirts and socks, tooth brushes, soap, combs and wash cloths. Please include a donation of $7 for each box to help with shipping costs. Nanaimo’s shoebox collection week is Nov. 23-26. As part of Samaritan’s Purse’s rebuilding efforts in Haiti after the 2010 earthquake and subsequent hurricanes and cholera outbreak, 70,000 shoe boxes in 2011 have been committed to the Caribbean country. For information, please go to www. samaritanspurse.ca/ Operation-Christmas-Child

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MISTIC rewards innovative ideas FOUR LOCAL businesses recognized.

Nanaimo businesses shared one-third of the spotlight at the sixth annual Mid-Island Science Technology and Innovation Council Innovation Awards. Held Wednesday at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre, the event recognized 12 businesses or individuals involved in high-tech work on Vancouver Island, the Sunshine Coast and Gulf Islands. The four Nanaimo winners included: Nit Nannies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Island SRED Excellence in Innovation Award; Inuktun Services â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ICET Excellence in Technology Award; Twelve Cubed Homes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Innovative Start-up of the Year;

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Matthew Harder, 12, left, and his brother Clayton, 10, listen to Georgina Goodinson explain Pixton, a software program for creating comics online. Pixton, created by Clive and Daina Goodinson of Parksville, is being used in 30 languages by 500,000 people worldwide. The software was on display at the Mid Island Science Technology and Innovation Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Innovation Island trade show at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre Wednesday.

and Riley Ritchers, Yo u n g I n n o v a t o r Award. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The winners of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s awards represent a diverse group of businesses and individuals with creativity and passion for what they do,â&#x20AC;? said Paris Gaudet, MISTIC executive director. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The caliber of finalists reinforces the fact that this region has the capacity to be a worldclass technology hub, both locally, nationally and globally.â&#x20AC;? The council is at 150 Commercial St. in Nanaimo. It is the only council north of Victoria that encourages growth of the knowledge-based industries through prog rams, business coaching and support for their ideas. For more information, please go to www. mistic.bc.ca or call 250753-8324.

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Parks history chronicled by B.C. author

Artists combine unrelated elements in gallery show What is with the wren? It’s several months of work by local painters and potters, said Lee Stead, organizer of the exhibit at the downtown Nanaimo Art Gallery. “As an artist, I have always loved a creative challenge,” Stead said. “In 1999, I issued just such a challenge to other artists. What would the end result be if a group of painters and potters each produced a piece of work using the same subject matter?” The show challenges participants to step outside their comfort zones and create works containing five unrelated objects. The artists do not see each other’s work until the show’s opening. The show runs until the end of November, with an opening reception Thursday (Nov. 10), from 3-5 p.m., at the gallery, located at 150 Commercial St. For more information, please call 250-754-1750.

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Dan Ostler’s Morning in the Bay is one of the paintings on display in November as part of his feature show. Vancouver Island provides inspiration for the artist.

Island provides inspiration for artist Vancouver Island’s landscape provided the inspiration for Dan Ostler to take up painting. Ostler grew up in Northern Ontario, but came to Vancouver Island while serving with the Canadian military in the mid-1980s and has been a resident of various Island communities ever since. As a lifetime hobby photographer, Ostler was immediately captivated by the vibrancy of the Island landscape. He began painting on a spurof-the-moment whim one day in 1998, with virtually no formal training or art education. He now pursues painting on an almost full time basis from his studio in Ladysmith. “I recall very vividly, throughout my life, being fas-

Quickfacts DAN OSTLER featured artist at downtown Nanaimo Art Gallery until Nov. 30. Opening reception Thursday (Nov. 10), 3-5 p.m.

cinated by certain images,” Ostler said. “Brilliant photographs, flawlessly executed drawings, or beautiful paintings have always captivated my imagination and stirred my emotions.” It may be a striking contrast of tones or colours that does it, or the awakening of curiosity, the suggestion of a story untold, or it might be simply the sense of familiarity when Ostler sees an image.

“I’ve always admired the ability of artists who could create such compelling pictures,” he said. “So, I suppose it was inevitable, after the busy-ness of a career had come to an end, that I would become afflicted with the pursuit of this elusive gift.” Watercolour became his media of choice purely by chance when he picked up a small tray in the kid’s section of a hardware store, just on a whim, to take home and dabble with. Watercolour remains his primary focus and first love, Ostler also paints in acrylic. His show runs throughout November, with an opening reception set for Thursday (Nov. 10), 3-5 p.m. For more information, please call 250-754-1750.

James Anderson uses his extensive knowledge of B.C.’s parks system to detail the struggles, conflicts and victories in preserving the most extensive network of parks in the country. Anderson, a career park administrator, was part of a team of patient, dedicated visionaries who built the B.C. Parks Branch amid a backdrop of vacillating public and political support. He presents his book British Columbia’s Magnificent Parks: The First 100 Years at the Harbourfront library Nov. 18 at 6:30 p.m. In 1910, a mismatched group of politicians, poets, social butterflies and an overweight cook, led by a Shakespearequoting bushrat BRITISH COLUMBIA’S named Hughie HorMAGNIFICENT atio Nelson Baron PARKS with author Bacon, set out from James D. Anderson Campbell River to at Harbourfront explore the wilds of library Nov. 18, Vancouver Island. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Their goal was to assess the adequacy of the region to become a wilderness park – the first in the province’s history. Strathcona Park was created in March of 1911. But the fate of B.C.’s first designated park was also the worst, riddled with mines, logging and hydro projects – its defenders against further industrial incursion, however, gave birth to an environmental protection movement considered one of B.C.’s contributions to the modern world. The book outlines the history behind the parks, while explaining the importance of protecting sensitive ecological sites. Anderson, born in Yellowknife and holding a degree in education from the University of Alberta, spent 30 years in government, involved in every aspect of parks management and creation. He lives in Victoria, B.C.

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author presents The Life and Art of Mildred Valley Thornton Nov. 19, 3 p.m., at Harbourfront library.

arts@nanaimobulletin.com p.m. Admission $5. Call 250-758-4983.

THEATRE ALL THE GREAT BOOKS, ABRIDGED by Schmooze Productions at Nanaimo Centre Stage Nov. 10-12, 17-19, 24-26, Dec. 1-3 at 8 p.m. Tickets $18. www.schmoozeproductions.com THE TABLESAW SHOW first in the Apartment Series of site-specific theatre Nov. 16-18, 23-25 at 8 p.m. Tickets by donation ($18 recommended). jer@ fringetastic.com to reserve.

EVENTS IMAGINE PEACE with Around Town Tellers at Unitarian Fellowship, 595 Townsite Rd., Friday (Nov. 11), 7:30

MYSTERY WRITERS with Bruce Barrows, Sandy Frances Duncan and George Szanto at Harbourfront library Monday (Nov. 14), 4-6 p.m. BRITISH COLUMBIA’S MAGNIFICENT PARKS with author James D. Anderson at Harbourfront library Nov. 18, 6:30-7:30 p.m. WOMEN’S FASHIONS from First World War to Roaring ’20s guest curator, Ivan Sayers, talk at Nanaimo Museum on exhibition Nov. 19, 2-4 p.m. Call 250-753-1821. PEERS AND BURGHERS fundraiser for Columbian Centre Society at Harewood Arms Nov. 19 at 5 p.m. Tickets $15 at Bernard Callebaut and the society. SHERYL SALLOUM

MUSIC MUSIC AT MIDDAY music composed by Orlando Gibbons with readings from King James Bible Wednesday (Nov. 9) at 12:15 p.m. at St. Paul’s Anglican Church. By donation. DON GINTER BAND plays the Queen’s Wednesday (Nov. 9). MICKEY AVALON plays the Queen’s Thursday (Nov. 10). Tickets $15. Call 250-7546751. HOWIE JAMES BAND plays Lantzville Legion Friday (Nov. 11), 3-8 p.m. THE LUKE BLU GUTHRIE BAND plays Acme Food Co. Friday (Nov. 11), 7-10 p.m. THE BODY POLITIC and Dead Eyes Open play

YOUR WEEKLY HOROSCOPE:

UP TO NOV. 14, 2011

Aries

Taurus

Gemini

Cancer

Leo

Virgo

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, make memories this week because the person with whom you have been spending considerable time must move on in the next few days. Romance is out of the cards. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, if you are on a health kick, then this is the time to start incorporating some exercise into your routine. If joining a gym is out, then simply walk with friends. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 You have every excuse in the book not to get something done, Gemini. The fact remains that the work will still be there even after much procrastination. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, momentary lapses in judgement could cause signiﬁcant problems. Stay focused on the tasks at hand to avoid any conﬂicts in the future. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, friendship is the name of the game this week, and you will meet some new people who have the potential to be lifelong buddies. Introduce your existing friends, too. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Sometimes the answer is right in front of your eyes even if you can’t see it right away, Virgo. Look more closely at the possibilities and stop naysaying.

NANAIMO

Libra

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Capricorn

Aquarius

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LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you may be reconsidering a recent decision. It just may be too late to change things at this point, so you will have to go with the ﬂow. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, news you receive is less than satisfying. Not one to give up, you will ﬁght to let others know of the injustice that was done and garner some supporters. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Happy times call for a celebration, Sagittarius. Host a party or a gettogether with friends and family. Use the time to catch up on old times and relationships. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, there’s not much to do this week that you can’t tackle at another time. This means you can have a few days to simply do whatever it is you desire.

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BABY JANE plays the Queen’s Friday (Nov. 11).

GLEN FOSTER GROUP plays Front Street Grill Nov. 19 at 8 p.m.

MATT WEBB from Marianas Trench plays allages show with Carly Rae Jepsen at Headliners Saturday (Nov. 12) at 7 p.m. Tickets $15/ advance from Lucid and Headliners; $20/ door.

CAMERON WIGMORE BAND plays Acme Food Co. Nov. 19. EVEREADY plays Harewood Arms Nov. 19. GOOD FOR GRAPES plays Diners Rendezvous Nov. 19. Tickets $8; free/preferred members. Call 250740-1133.

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In 1963 University of B.C. student Norm Abbey had to make a tough decision. Would he major in science or music? He chose science, and sold his French horn to help pay for his tuition. “David Suzuki was still teaching at UBC then and biology and molecular genetics were at a pretty interesting stage,” he said. But music remained a passion. He sang in the Malaspina Choir for almost 20 years, belonged to a Nanaimo Conservatory of Music recorder group, and was a founding member of a brass quintet, the Nob Hill Brass, named after the neighbourhood where he lived and the group rehearsed. Now retired, and at age 65 able to attend university classes for free, he decided to get the music degree he had to leave behind almost 50 years ago,

and is enrolled fulltime in the music program at Vancouver Island University – and he’s loving it. He does face challenges as a senior student, he said. “Time-management, staying healthy to keep up with the work load, and trying to learn jazz on a French horn – now that’s a minority,” he said. A dedicated cyclist – the members of the Nob Hill Brass were known for their avoidance of the automobile, arriving at concert venues by boat, pedal-kayak, and bicycle, instruments in tow – he takes the bus uphill to VIU and then rides downhill back home. He discovered that he’s not alone as a member of the baby boomer set attending university, as there are at least two or three mature students in most of his classes, and he finds that an interesting shift in student demographics.

“The majority of the young and international people in my classes are, of course, very refreshing and energizing,” he said. “I am impressed with their musical abilities, including the first-year students right out of high school.” A special pleasure for him has been singing with the Cantabile Chamber Choir, made up of students from the music department. They are joining the Malaspina Choir in a performance of the Fauré Requiem at the Port Theatre Nov. 13. Abbey sang the Fauré Requiem when he was a member of

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Gisela Cachej December 16, 1932 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; November 2, 2011 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, and aunt. Gisela passed away peacefully at Royal Jubilee Hospital November 2, 2011. She was predeceased by her husband Edward. Gisela is survived by sons: Klaus (Lee Ann), Walter (Debby); daughters: Annette (Ian), Monica (Jamie), Nancy (Ken); grandsons: Cory, Robert, Ryan, Matthew, Chris, Brandon, Tyson, and Darien; and one granddaughter, Raeanna. A special thanks to the staff on the ďŹ rst ďŹ&#x201A;oor of Wexford Creek for their loving care of Gisela for the past 3 years. A Celebration of Life will be held at Wexford Creek, 80 Tenth Street, Nanaimo, on Tuesday November 8, 2011 at 2:30 pm. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers donations can be made in Giselaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory, to Wexford Creek.

Phillips, Earl B. October 23, 1940 - November 1, 2011

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It is with great sadnness that we announce the passing of our beeloved father/grandfather Earl B. Phillips. â&#x20AC;&#x153; â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Gentleman Rooferâ&#x20AC;? passed away peaceffully at home after a brief battle with cancer. H He leaves behind his wife Gail of 52 years, hhis four daughters Shelley Drybrough (Kelly), L Lorrie Pridge (Bob), Tracy Nelson, Dawn Nelsoon (Dennis). Grandchildren Jason, Aleaha, D Danielle, Lindsay, Justin, Mitchell, Nicole annd Matthew. Seven greatgrandchildren. A Celebration off Life will be held at The Moose Lodgee 1356 Cranberry Ave., Nanaim mo, B.C. on November 12, 22011 at 2 pm - 4 pm.

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WFP is currently seeking a Planning / Production Assistant to join our Mainland Coast Operation located approximately 20 minutes north of Campbell River. This full-time 18 month term position may include some travel to the coastal islands and inlets.Reporting to the Operation’s Planner, this role will be an integral part of all business functions at the operation, aligned to support the overall success of the organization. Critical skills and experience will include all aspects of ofﬁce and data administration, reporting and analysis, accounts payables and receivables, in addition to admin. tasks necessary to support engineering,forestry, and production functions. Data management, invoicing and accounting functions will also be primary duties. A complete and detailed job posting can be viewed at: http: //www.western forest.com/careers/current _openings.php

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HELP WANTED Alberta earthmoving company requires a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will work in a modern shop and also have mechanics truck for ﬁeld work. The job is at Edson, Alberta. We require that you have experience on Cat crawlers and or Deere excavators. Call Lloyd at (780)723-5051.

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

We require processor and feller buncher operators, plus owner operators and truck drivers. Work in the Vanderhoof, Fort St. James & Prince George areas. Call or send your resume. This can be a career for the right person. Jared Gulbranson Gulbranson Logging Ltd. 250-567-4505 or 250-5675446 Cell:250-570-2261 Fax: 250-567-9232 email: jgulbranson@gulbranson.ca

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GARY FORTIN’S HAULING. One call does it all. Clean-up and disposal. (250) 618-1413.

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JUNK TO THE DUMP. Jobs Big or small, I haul it all! I recycle & donate any useable items to local charities. Call Sean, 250-741-1159.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS ACORN HOME SERVICES Home improvements. Repairs. Doors/windows. Custom made arbors, decks, sunrooms, awnings, fences & lots more! Garry, 250-591-7474. www.acornhomeservices.ca AGILE HOME REPAIR & Improvement. Fully insured, interior/exterior repairs and upgrades. Ian 250-714-8800.

11 HARDCOVER Agatha Christie novels, $25 for all or $2.50 each. (250)753-9363 Aquarium ﬁlter cartridge for Whisper 20:,40:, C20, 30, 40, 60. Box of 10; $10. 755-1160 ARTIFICIAL Tree: nice, (250)729-9280

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ALL TRADES- Home updates? Hardwood, Tile, Laminate, Kitchen & Bath Renos. All exterior Rooﬁng, Siding, Decks & Fencing. References available. 250-722-0131.

LAUNDRY TUB, Fiat H.D., white, 33”x23”x2.5’ Very good cond., $15. 1 (250)390-0780

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Mirror Closet sliding doors, gold rim, 60x80. Very good cond. $60. (250)758-2297

BRYAN GRIFFIN CONSTRUCTION experienced in new home construction, home renos, doors & windows , vinyl siding & sofﬁts and more. Free estimates. 250-390-2601.

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

MAYTAG DISHWASHER, aprox. 7yrs old, works well, $95. (250)585-8085

OAK COFFEE table, good cond. newer style, a few stains. $40.obo. 250-740-1176 PANASONIC GENIUS microwave, 1200 watts. New cond. $25. 1 (250)753-2883 POCKET BOOKS, good authors, a give away at $1.00 ea. (250)729-0875 SINGLE BED (Chiro-foam) with 2 drawers, 41”x76”. $80obo. Eves (250)741-1938 WHITE PEDESTALS for GE Washer & Dryer, $80 for the pair. (250)756-9677

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Museum requires guide for tours of Christmas display The following are opportunities at Volunteer Nanaimo. For more information, please call 250-758-7121 or go online to www. volunteernanaimo.ca. Volunteer Nanaimo is located at Unit 3-2350 Labieux Rd. ◆ Nanaimo Museum – A Christmas tour guide is required for one morning or afternoon shift per week from Nov. 21 to Dec. 16. Volunteer must have the ability to effectively and confidently interact with students, enthusiasm and strong communication skills. A criminal record check is required for the position. Program training and orientation, and background information is provided. A gallery host and reception/ gift shop attendant are also needed. Anyone interested in a position can call Aimee Greenaway at 250-753-1821 or e-mail program@nanaimo.ca. Community Winter Project – Volunteers of any age are needed to help distribute blankets and clothing to those in need from November to February. Must be able to volunteer flexible hours at various locations. Please apply by e-mailing tori. mcindoe@hotmail. com. Salvation Army – Friendly, outgoing volunteer drivers are needed for approximately one hour to deliver Christmas dinner (in their own vehicle) on Christmas Eve, and chat with seniors who live alone. A criminal record check is required, but the Salvation Army will provide a letter to applicants reducing the cost to $10. If you would like to take part in this worthwhile cause, please call Kim Maandag at 250-7542621, ext. 224. Special Olympics Nanaimo – This organization desperately needs

VOLUNTEERS volunteer assistants for the following sports: floor hockey on Tuesdays 6-7:30 p.m.; athletic club (different sports and fitness) Wednesdays 7-8:30 p.m.; swimming Mondays for young and new swimmers 5:30-6:15 p.m. and experienced swimmers 6-7:15 p.m. For more information and confirmation of participation, please call Sylvia Taylor at 250-758-0630 or e-mail sylvia-miller@shaw.ca. Blankets Canada – This group urgently needs a volunteer to help fulfill its mandate of supplying handmade blankets to those in need of warmth in Nanaimo. Duties include picking up knitted and crocheted squares weekly from the Michaels Craft Store, and periodically from shut-ins, sorting them into bags of 48 and supplying them to volunteers who assemble them into blankets. Please call Charlene at 250-7162177. Volunteer Nanaimo – Would you like to be a Christmas angel and bring joy to a family in need this holiday season? If you would like to ‘adopt’ a family (small or large), please contact Volunteer Nanaimo at 250-758-7121 or e-mail vn.admin@ shaw.ca. You will be matched with a nonprofit agency that can connect you with a needy family. Nanaimo Art Gallery – A volunteer coordinator is required for recruiting, training and organizing volunteers for Nanaimo Art Gallery’s two locations. Please e-mail resumè to chrisk@ nanaimogallery.ca if you are interested in this ongoing volunteer position. A criminal Record check is required.

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Tuesday, November 8, 2011

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Clippers lose, win close ones Inbrief

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Redmen beaten but still get bye

JR. A HOCKEY team splits two-game set against Alberni.

The Nanaimo Redmen didn’t end off the regular season the way they wanted to, but things could have been worse. The city’s Vancouver Mainland Football League team was defeated 34-27 on the road Saturday against the Chilliwack Giants. Despite the setback, Nanaimo (7-3) was able to hang on to the fourth playoff seed meaning it gets a bye this coming weekend and a home game in the second round of the playoffs. Alex Kutra and Jaxxen Wylie had two touchdowns each in Saturday’s loss and Jonah Wassell threw three TD passes.

BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

Not everyone is a fan of the B.C. Hockey League’s new schedule that stresses divisional play. But fans aren’t likely to get tired of games against the Alberni Valley Bulldogs. The Clips and Bulldogs played two entertaining affairs on the weekend, with Alberni winning 3-2 on Friday at Frank Crane Arena and Nanaimo winning 5-4 the next night over the hump. “Alberni-Nanaimo’s always been a rivalry and two games in a row certainly helps that,” said Mike Puddifant, Bulldogs defenceman. “There’s some guys out there that we’ve got their numbers, and I’m sure vice-versa on their team.” Puddifant said his team outworked the Clippers the majority of the night on Friday, culminating in his game-winning goal against his old team. Josh Bryan and David Iacono scored Nanaimo’s goals in the contest, with Chris Eiserman suffering the loss in net despite a 35-save effort. On Saturday the Clippers had a tepid start. Coach Mike Vandekamp didn’t see the kind of effort he would have liked as his team fell behind 3-1 after 20 minutes. But the Clips got the message at intermission and responded with one of their best periods of hockey all season. “We just had to work harder and start playing with a little bit more energy, enthusiasm and physical commitment,” Vandekamp said.

Dover, NDSS, NCS win medals

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Nanaimo Clippers players Josh Phillips, left, and Brayden Jaw look to steal the puck from Alberni Valley Bulldogs opponent Ryan Lough during Friday’s B.C. Hockey League game at Frank Crane Arena.

Graeme McCormack, Andrew Gladiuk – with his second of the game – and Kyle Kramer scored second-period goals to put the visitors up 4-3. “From there it was a heck of a game; it was as entertaining as can be,” said the coach.

Luke Gordon added to the Clippers’ margin and although the Bulldogs got one back on the power play, it was Alberni’s only PP marker on seven chances that night. Goalie Billy Faust made 28 saves to preserve the win.

GAME ON … The Clippers (9-50-3) will play their next two games on the road Friday (Nov. 11) and Saturday against the Powell River Kings (10-5-2). Both those contests are 7:30 p.m. faceoffs at Hap Parker Arena. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

VIU wants to seize opportunity, again, at nationals BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

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VIU Mariners soccer player Brant Losch, right, passes the ball.

Experience counts, and Vancouver Island University’s men’s soccer team knows how to play at nationals. The VIU Mariners, the Canadian Colleges’ Athletic Association’s defending champions, go into the 2011 tournament this week as the No. 1 seeds, the favourites and the most experienced team there. Knowing how to play in big games helps, say the M’s. But knowing what it means to win might be even more important because it’s supreme motivation.

“We all know how much that means and how good that’ll feel after, because we have felt it,” said Stephen Ewashko, VIU midfielder. There’s a different mood going to nationals this year, say the M’s. As they get ready to start play tomorrow (Nov. 9) in Quebec City, there’s not the same sense of the unknown that there was a year ago. “We can look back on what we did last year and how we prepared for each game and it will help us,” said Ben Leggett, VIU defender. Ewashko said the M’s feel like they know some of the players and teams to watch for. So VIU’s experience helps them prepare for games,

he said, and it might help them stay calm going into games. But when the game gets underway, experience doesn’t matter as much. “You’re just focused on the next play, when you get that ball, when the team gets that ball,” Ewashko said. “I don’t think it really comes down to experience in the end. It comes down to who’s the better team, maybe who gets the lucky breaks during the game and who can work the hardest.” The M’s believe it’s their hard work on the pitch, not their experience, that will be their greatest advantage. ◆ See ‘VIU’ /34

Nanaimo runners were some of the fastest to go up and down the hills and along the trails at provincials. Dover Bay Secondary School, Nanaimo District Secondary School and Nanaimo Christian School all returned with bronze medals from the B.C. Secondary School Cross-Country and Track and Field Association’s crosscountry championships Saturday in Kelowna. Nanaimo Christian’s Joel DeSchiffart had the best individual result, finishing third on the 6.6-kilometre course in a time of 23 minutes, 49.35 seconds. He was 13 seconds behind the gold-medal pace. In team results, the Dover Bay boys took bronze, led by Thomas Oxland’s seventh-place time of 24:15.37. Peter Oxland finished 14th. The NDSS girls also came away with bronze led by Miryam Bassett who was fourth overall, completing the 4.4km distance in 16:58.01, 18 seconds off first place. NCS runner Marita DeSchiffart placed 12th in 17:14.24 and Dover’s Rachel Elliott and NCS’s Erica DeSchiffart were also in the top 25.

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Junior ’Dawgs won’t sit idly

AA varsity Bulldogs dominate The Barsby Bulldogs put their stamp on a dominant regular season. The AA varsity football team (4-0) shut out the South Delta Sundevils 32-0 on Saturday on the mainland. “Our defence was exceptional. Offensively we were good and physical,” said Rob Stevenson, the team’s coach. “We had a funny first half; I just don’t know if we had a lot of rhythm. Second half, no complaints whatsoever. Every kid played hard and it was a good springboard into the post-season.” The Bulldogs gained 400 rushing yards with a variety of ball carriers led by Nate Berg and Jacob Odynsky. The contest was physical bordering on chippy. “Penalties really brought us down and then our momentum came up. We started getting some good

TEAM MAKES risky play to get a game.

BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

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Barsby Bulldogs player Dexter Shea, front left, tackles a South Delta Sundevils opponent during Saturday’s AA varsity football game at South Delta Secondary School field. The visitors won 32-0.

plays, some good r uns,” said Brad Robson, who had a rushing TD. “From the first play to the last play it was a dogfight.”

The ’Dawgs will take some pride in an undefeated season. “Knowing the guys that are on the squad, that’s what we should’ve done this

year, and I’m saying that in the most humble sense,” said Stevenson. “It will only feel complete at the end of the journey that we set out on.”

GAME ON … The Bulldogs start the playoffs Friday (Nov. 11). Look for more details in the next issue of the Bulletin.

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The junior varsity Barsby Bulldogs are an excellent football team, but they haven’t had many chances to prove it. So, on the eve of the playoffs, the JV ’Dawgs decided to take drastic action. After another opposing team forfeited last week rather than face the high-scoring, hard-hitting Bulldogs (3-0), Rob Stevenson made an unheard-of coaching decision. He offered to put his team’s playoff berth on the line, a week before the post-season, against any willing non-playoff team. B.C. High School Football gave its blessing and the Argyle Pip-

ers (3-3) accepted the challenge. So all of a sudden, there’s a do-or-die, win-and-g et-in, de facto playoff game tomorrow (Nov. 9) in Nanaimo. “We’ve got to beat everybody anyway,” said Stevenson. “And in the end, a football season is so precious because it’s not that long … [It’s] short and so is a high school football career, really.” Stevenson made his decision unilaterally, but said the players understand the move. They don’t think coach has gone crazy. “You are what you do every day so let’s go play some gal dang football,” Stevenson said. “I think we’ve got some football players at John Barsby who want to play football.” GAME ON … The JV ’Dawgs and Pipers play at noon Wednesday at Merle Logan Field. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Nanaimo News Bulletin

All Quality Foods Stores will be closed Friday, November 11, 2011. We offer apologies to those who are inconvenienced by our stores closing, and hope that our decision is in line with the Royal Canadian Legion’s message to “Take time to remember”. Once again this November 11th, Canadians around the world and here at home will gather and pause in silent remembrance. Many of us will continue the tradition of attending organized services designed to ensure the families and peers of the fallen know the immeasurable value of their loved ones’ service and sacrafice. This year’s ceremonies will likely be tinged with sorrow for the loss of many good Canadians from recent conflicts, yet carry a sense of relief that many more are returning

safely home. We all owe these Canadians a debt of gratitude now and in the future. At Quality Foods, we feel it is important to take the time to honour our Veterans, past and present who gave their service, their future and their lives so that we may all live in peace. For us, Remembrance Day is more than honouring those who sacrificed their futures and their lives for all Canadians; we need to also guard wisely against the spectre of a dark history repeated, and help our young people to remember.

At the 11th hour of each November 11th, Canadians across the nation pause for two minutes of silent remembrance for those who served our country, and still serve today. “For the Fallen” They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them. - Laurence Binyon, 1914

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VIU Mariners vs. Langara. Vancouver Island University gym, Women, 6 p.m.; men, 8 p.m.

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The Vancouver Island University Mariners volleyball teams are both at the top of the standings, but clearly, it will take some work to stay there. Both VIU squads were challenged on the road this past weekend in Pacific Western Athletic

Association competition in the Fraser Valley. The VIU women (7-1) lost a match for the first time this season on Friday, 15-25, 25-21, 20-25, 25-22, 15-12, but defeated the Cascades the next day 16-2, 25-17, 25-17, 25-19. The Mariner men (7-1) also played a five-set match Friday, winning 25-18, 25-16, 24-26, 23-25, 15-12. On Saturday they won 25-19, 25-19, 25-22. VIU volleyball will now get a bye week.

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VIU will make its own luck at national championships ◆ From /31 The Mariners like to preach “work rate” and its importance gets magnified at playoff time when the M’s and every other team in the tournament are willing to work their hardest to achieve their goals. “That’s what it’s going to take, a full game of hard work. Each game is like that,” said Daniel Young-Mercer, VIU goalkeeper. “The experience is going to help but everyone’s going to have the energy.” So the Mariners will try to squeeze out any other advantage they have. It’s a mental edge to be defending champs, they believe. Opposing teams might feel like they have to up their game to run with VIU, while the M’s think they can basically stick to their own game plan. “The teams are there to beat us, we’re just there to be us,” Leggett said. “Therefore, we just play our game.” The M’s have the confidence to be able to do that, while the opposition might not have that same confidence going up against VIU. “That will add to the intimidation factor for the other teams that play against us,” Ewashko said. “They’re playing against the champions, so good luck, right?” The M’s admitted to some butterflies last week as they were preparing to leave, but said the games really will be more fun than nerve-wracking. It’s exciting because they know, from experience, exactly what’s on the line. “You don’t get these opportunities very often and we’ve been so lucky to maybe get another shot at it…” Ewashko said. “This might not happen again. This could be our last chance and we’ve got to do it again.” GAME ON … The M’s start the tourney Wednesday (Nov. 9) against P.E.I.’s Holland Hurricanes. For more info, visit http://ccaasoccer2011.ca.

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he average age of members of the Royal Canadian Legion might be increasing, but the organization is not sitting idly by waiting for its demise. Gary Peters, chairman of the B.C.-Yukon Command of the Royal Canadian Legion and a member of Branch 257 in Lantzville, said the legion has taken the bull by the horns in the last year or two to initiate a number of programs to attract youth. “We’ve had the problem of the attrition of the older members, but

Ceremonies planned in Nanaimo, Lantzville BY CHRIS HAMLYN

oyal Canadian Legion members and Nanaimo and Lantzville residents will gather at Remembrance Day ceremonies Friday (Nov. 11) to pay tribute to those who have gone to war. The Branch 257 ceremony in Lantzville begins with parade participants forming at 10:30 a.m. near city hall. Legion members, active military personnel, cadet groups, Nanaimo Fire Rescue, Nanaimo RCMP, service organizations and youth groups march down Lantzville Road to the cenotaph for the 11 a.m. service. Following the ceremony, a hot lunch will be served at the legion (7227 Lantzville Rd.) and children and their parents are invited to enjoy hotdogs and juice across the road at

we’ve put a lot of effort and a lot of resources in the last year into establishing the legion as a more community-based organization where younger people can join and become part of that giving,” he said. “We’ve got our statistics that show close to 70 per cent of the membership is over the age of 64.” And while Canada is still producing veterans, the legion’s mandate has evolved over the years. “You’re starting to see the legion has become less of a para-military support organization and much more of a community-based organization,” said Peters. “When the legion first started members had to have military experience.

Peace gathering As the world pays tribute to those who have fought – and are fighting – so others may be free, the hope for peace in the world continues. The 26th annual Remembrance Day peace gathering at the gates of the Canadian Forces Maritime Experimental Test Ranges base in Nanoose takes place Friday (Nov. 11) at 1 p.m. Anyone who believes there are more productive ways to resolve conflict than war are invited to join with others outside the base gates on Powder Point Road to continue a quest for a world without violence. Sunshine Goldsberry, event organizer, said in a press release the causes and costs of war are many, but calls for peace are growing. “The peace vigil in Parksville has been a weekly event for four years, reminding the community that it is still at war,” she said. “The Honk for Peace signs are waving by the clock tower every Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m.” Participants attending Friday’s gathering are invited to share a story of a hero for peace. “We remember those who suffer in war and work towards a more peaceful, just world for all our children,” she said. For more information, please call 1-250-248-8809.

Then it became a spouse, children and descendents go join. Now it’s expanded from that.” Legion service still includes the poppy campaign, but other avenues include scholarships, bursaries and donations to health-care providers. “The legion is also the largest non-profit provider of seniors’ housing in B.C.,” said Peters. “That shows the amount of effort from the legion to various things that are not military related.” That type of effort requires volunteers and Peters said anyone interested in working for the good of the community, regardless of military background, can join the legion. But still, the majority of the work falls on the veterans and Joseph Briand, president of Branch 256 Legion, said that can be a problem. “Younger, associate members are still working, still raising a family,” he said. “The want to volunteer is there, and they will do a fair amount as time permits, but a lot of it still falls on our veterans.”

Costin Hall. Entertainment takes place throughout the day in the legion lounge and a roast beef dinner will be served from 4-6 p.m. The dinner is free to veterans, but there will be a small charge to the public. Branch 256, at 1630 East Wellington Rd., begins Remembrance Day with breakfast from 7-9 a.m. for veterans and the public, and then hosts a small ceremony at the 256 cenotaph at 9:30 a.m. for legion members unable to attend the downtown Nanaimo service. Parade participants, including Branch 256 and Branch 10 members, meet on Chapel Street behind St. Paul’s Anglican Church at 10:30 a.m. for the downtown ceremony and march to the cenotaph on Church Street. Parade reviewing officer Lt.-Cmdr. Michele Tessier, commanding officer of HMCS Nanaimo, joins Branch 256 president, Joseph Briand, and Branch 10 president, Andrew Farrow, on the reviewing stand. Lunch is served at Branch 256 from noon to 1:30 p.m., courtesy of Save-On-Foods, and music, entertainment and dancing takes place in the legion’s hall and lounge until 8 p.m. Activities at Branch 10 Legion, 129 Harewood Rd., include a baron of beef/clam chowder luncheon following the downtown ceremony and music from 2-11 p.m. For more information on Remembrance Day ceremonies, please call Branch 257 at 250-390-2841, Branch 256 at 250-754-8128 or Branch 10 at 250-753-4442.

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“One of the uniforms on display is from a local family – donated by his son, who unfortunately just passed away as well – so it has a local connection for us,” Trueman said. The uniform was once worn by Capt. Joseph Carpenter, who served during the First World War and raised the Nanaimo Independent Company. The uniform features a hat badge design that is a replica of the Nanaimo Bastion. A print of late former Nanaimo mayor Frank Ney, reflects his roles in life as military veteran, politician and real estate and tourism promoter by depicting him dressed in a military uniform, as mayor and as a pirate. The Vancouver Island Military Museum will soon move into Nanaimo Museum’s old building in Piper Park (please see story pages 8-9) and plans are being made for the two museums to work together. “Since they’re going to be right up the street, we’re hoping to do a lot more collaborative things by way of programing and exhibits, so we’re pretty excited about that,” Trueman said. The exhibit runs until Thursday (Nov. 10). For more information, please call Nanaimo Museum at 250-753-1821 or visit the museum website at www. nanaimomuseum.ca.

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amilies receiving a memorial plaque during the First World War were often grief-stricken. The arrival of the plaque, often referred to as a death penny, signalled the loss of a family member – a father, a brother or a spouse. The plaque bears the name of the soldier and when they died, but very little other information to tell the story of the individual’s life. Many of those plaques, as well as Memorial Crosses awarded in the Second World War, made their way to museums. The Vancouver Island Military Museum has about 40. Thanks to a new project at the Vancouver Island Military Museum, people can learn more about the individuals named on these artifacts, people who gave their lives in conflict. Roger Bird, president of the Vancouver Island Military Museum Society, said Bernie Nehring, a veteran from Ontario, decided to start a memorial registry while he was visiting his daughter in Nanaimo.

When Nehring stopped by the museum and noticed there wasn’t any background information on the soldiers, he took it on himself to research their histories. Bird said the museum is pleased with the project and build on what Nehring started. The research can be time-consuming, said Bird. But now that the project is started, members hope to research more of the individuals listed on the plaques and crosses. Information is gathered from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission website. It can take a while to sift through the information available. Members of the museum hope to add details of the individual’s life and pictures if they are available. Bird said the registry is important because it gives people in the community the story behind the pennies and crosses, so they to get to know more about the individuals. “To see the cross, it gives you a minute to reflect,” said Bird. Bird said the registry is also supported by Staples, which donated supplies for the project.

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