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A coalition of Nanaimo neighbourhood and community groups is taking the traditional all-candidates meeting into cyberspace. Instead of the traditional question and answer format, the Coalition for Democratic Nanaimo wants the public and candidates for city council to submit issues facing the community on a blog – http://democraticnanaimo. blogspot.com – prior to the Nov. 10 meeting at Beban Park Social Centre. B.C. municipalities go to the polls Nov. 19. Jennifer O’Rourke, a coalition spokeswoman, said the idea of the blog is nothing new, but the need for something more inclusive and not just a one-shot discussion has grown. “A number of people feel the need for an opportunity to get to know who the candidates are, and what skills and background they have that has prepared them for the job,” she said. “The traditional question and answer format just doesn’t really test those skills. “This seemed like a piece that would be useful to add to the process of a face-to-face meeting so there really is an open discussion about the issues the city faces rather than have the agenda predetermined by any one group.” ◆ See ‘BLOG’ /4

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Donna Blyth peruses the vast array of books available at the Rotary Club of Nanaimo’s annual used book sale at Nanaimo North Town Centre Saturday afternoon. The Rotary Club had nearly 100,000 books for sale and money raised goes toward various charitable causes and organizations in the midIsland area. RACHEL STERN THE NEWS BULLETIN

Nanaimo man douses himself in gasoline BY CHRIS BUSH Quick action by a witness likely saved the life of a man who doused himself with gasoline Friday night. The incident happened at the Wellington Pub in Nanaimo shortly before 11 p.m. Const. Gary O’Brien, Nanaimo RCMP spokesman, said police responded to a report of a man who had doused himself in gasoline and was tackled by another man who had him pinned down to prevent him from reaching for a cigarette lighter. O’Brien said police do not know the reason the man doused himself in fuel, but his actions might have been triggered by a marital issue.

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“He showed up at the pub stating he wanted to make a scene and then went into the parking lot and doused himself in gasoline,” O’Brien said. Police seized a lighter and knife at the scene. “His clothes and the rest of the gasoline were taken to be disposed of by Nanaimo Fire Rescue,” O’Brien said. Police took the suspect to Nanaimo Regional General Hospital for a psychological assessment. Tyler Cardiff, the man who tackled the suspect, told police he heard a woman screaming and ran to the parking lot, thinking a woman was being assaulted. Fred van Gerven, Wellington Pub owner, said according to

patrons at the pub, Cardiff ran over from his home in a nearby condominium complex. “It was one of those things where it happened so fast, by the time I was out there he was already tackled and being held down and there was quite a crowd around it,” van Gerven said. Witnesses told van Gerven the man’s wife arrived at the pub earlier that evening. Her husband came in later, spoke with her briefly and then went outside and poured the fuel on himself. Van Gerven said he was told the man had not been drinking. “I feel sorry for the guy,” van Gerven said. “I hope he’s going to be all right.” photos@nanaimobulletin.com

Managed growth, water use and parkland are big issues in the municipal election and Gabriola Island is no different. The same issues affect the Gulf Island residents, just on a smaller scale. Three candidates stepped up to run for Gabriola’s seat at the Regional District of Nanaimo table – Jordy Alexander, Howard Houle and Eric Moeller. “I’m concerned for what goes on in my community,” Houle said, of his reasons for running in the election. “I don’t particularly have an agenda.” The pottery artist, who is also former chairman of the advisory planning council and the agricultural association, is concerned with the land-use functions of the RDN, such as rezoning and density. He is concerned with other areas the RDN manages, such as parkland, Green Wharf and the library, which he would like to see expanded. Houle, who lived on Gabriola for the past 32 years, is also former chairman of the acquisitions committee for the Gabriola Historical Society. For more information, please visit www.howardhoule.wordpress.com or e-mail howardhoule@yahoo.ca. Moeller notes that Gabriola has one seat at the RDN table, which is comprised of 17 representatives from Nanaimo and the electoral areas. The island needs a strong voice to be heard, he said. “I need to hear and reflect those needs,” Moeller said. He is concerned with growth management and making sure that development is within the public and environmental best interest.

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Part of that includes watershed protection, bulk water sales and improving or increasing parkland, as well as trail systems and bike lanes. “There’s nowhere for them to ride,” he said. Moeller, who lived on Gabriola the past 20 years, retired from Alberta where he worked for the Energy Resources Conservation Board, an energy regulator in that province. He ran for a seat on the RDN in the past, as well as the Islands Trust, and served on the Ferry Advisory Committee, Mid-Island Co-op board of directors and is a marriage commissioner. For more information, please e-mail emoeller@telus.net. Alexander believes Gabriola needs to be more attractive to young families to help balance the demographic on the island. His key issues are sustainable ground water management, liquid waste management, parks and transit. He said a plan to run a bus on the island, connecting to Nanaimo’s transit system, sits in limbo. “Every issue needs to be touched on slightly,” he said. Alexander, who runs a general contracting company, volunteered with the fire department and B.C. Ambulance. For more information, search his name on Facebook or e-mail alexander. jordy@gmail.com. Current Gabriola representative to the RDN, Gisele Rudischer, is running for one of two seats for the island at the Islands Trust board. arts@nanaimobulletin.com

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The union that represents Nanaimo school district’s support workers has started a campaign to try to get funding restored for some special needs students. Last February, Education Ministry staff came to the district and reviewed the files of about 1,600 students designated special needs. The ministry gives the district extra money to support some of these students. Following the review, about 100 students were de-designated or had their status changed and the ministry pulled about $600,000 in funding for these students, which translated into the loss of about 30 education assistants. Ron Farino, president of CUPE Local 606, said the loss of these support workers is having huge impacts on classrooms this fall because most of these students still need the extra help to be successful learners. “It’s not working,” he said. Farino gets phone calls almost every day from education assistants who are frustrated and upset because they feel unable to do their jobs, he said. For example, some spend all day going from classroom to classroom to classroom, said Farino, and they are often dealing with behavioural problems and other issues rather than helping students learn.

Blog feedback informs candidate forum plans ◆ From /1 O’Rourke said the coalition had preliminary discussions with a few candidates to test the idea and received a good response. “We’re also getting more neighbourhood and community groups indicating their support for the format,” she said. “The input received will shape the evening discussion and hopefully generate thoughtful debate about governing the city.” The meeting, moderated by CBC Radio host Mark Forsythe, runs from 5:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, please e-mail cdncity@ shaw.ca. news@nanaimobulletin.com

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Nanaimo’s new economic leader arrives ments into the mid-Island area that include $200 million from With its chief execu- Western Forest Prodtive officer now at the ucts and a potential helm and a board of lucrative contract for directors ready to get Nanaimo Shipyards to work, the Nanaimo that could create as Economic Develop- many as 100 high-payment Corporation is ing jobs, Cudahy said ready to market the Nanaimo is poised for Harbour City to the a positive future, and it’s the role of the ecorest of the world. Susan Cudahy, who nomic development was selected in Sep- office to ensure that happens. tember as “ S i n c e the organizaw e ’ r e tion’s CEO, designed was introto operate duced Monindependent day morning from city by corporahall, we’ll be tion co-chairs able to operA.J. Hustins ate NEDC at and Moira the speed of Jenkins. business, as Cudahy CUDAHY opposed to said her working at arrival does not mark a new begin- the speed of politics,” ning for the corpora- she said. The corporation has tion, but serves as the culmination of more 17 board members than a year of work by re presenting local community stakehold- business, tourism, ers to put Nanaimo in and other economic a favourable position sectors. Working with to attract investors, $1.3 million annually businesses and resi- of taxpayer money, the NEDC will also be overdents. “ T h at wo rk h a s seen by a 13-member developed an economic progress board, which development strategy will include three and its action and members of Nanaimo implementation plan city council. Ralph Nilson, presithat has the ability to transition Nanaimo dent of Vancouver into a global destina- Island University and tion of choice,” said a corporation director, Cudahy. “The transi- said post-secondary tion Nanaimo is in education will play right now from my per- an important role in spective ... holds limit- training people to fill newly created jobs. less opportunities.” “As a publicly funded With recent invest-

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institution, VIU will be key to the growth and evolution within this whole region so our responsibility is to make sure that we’re being responsive and innovative and providing the kind of supports that are necessary,” said Nilson. Cudahy described the organization as a master sales team with Nanaimo as the product, and that to be successful in marketing Nanaimo, it must always be improving because competing communities are mak-

ing their products stronger. The board will focus on attracting new investment, ensuring that current businesses have an opportunity to thrive, attracting more tourists and increasing the tax base. “There is no comm u n i t y a n y wh e r e that does not want to attract investment,” said Cudahy. “Every city, every town, every region, province and country are fighting for tax revenues and jobs. We’re not competing with Victoria,

or our neighbours in Vancouver or Kelowna. We’re competing against organizations around the world. We’re in competition with places like Ireland, Dubai and Indonesia.” Attracting tourism, she said, will continue to be a key element of NEDC’s role. “We don’t have to go about developing a new destination because we already have what it takes. It is basically our turn in our growth to assume the position and begin believing in

ourselves as the primary destination of choice.” Before accepting the role of CEO at NEDC, Cudahy was a senior manager at the Federation of Canadian Municipalities in Ottawa. Prior to her work at FCM, Cudahy was president and CEO of the Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation as well as general manager of the Waterloo Regional Marketing Corporation. Her private sector

experience includes senior management positions within the automotive alternative fuels market and the natural gas utility sector. She was also president of OZ Management Consulting, focusing on economic development, sustainability, venture capital investment and tourism marketing. Currently operating out of city hall, one of NEDC’s first objectives will be to find a permanent home for its offices. reporter2@nanaimobulletin.com

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Monday. About half of the schools in the district participated in the Drop Everything and Read Challenge, which celebrates and joy of reading and the power of literacy by reading for 20 minutes, said Val Martineau, teacherlibrarian at Randerson Ridge Elementary School and the district’s representative with the B.C. Teacher-Librarians’ Association. The event also highlights the importance of school libraries, she added. “We’re kind of the meeting place for everyone, the hub of the school,” said Martineau. Some schools are having students read or reading to them for 20 minutes, while other schools have organized special

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coming to read a newspaper article about a decision council made to social studies students and members of the Vancouver Island Raiders football team, First Nations elders and school trustees will also read to and with students. Senior students at John Barsby Secondary School are going to surrounding elementary schools to read with the younger students. Martineau said getting sports teams involved gives literacy a huge boost for the boys especially because students are seeing their role models reading. The district has been participating in DEAR every year on National School Library Day since 2007, the year it was started by a teacher-librarian in Victoria, said Martineau, and the event has grown steadily. “Last year we had 45,000 people partake in it in B.C.,” she said. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Farmer’s market prepares to bid farewell for season BLACK PRESS

The vendors at the Cedar Farmer’s Market are preparing to share one last bounty with the public before closing up shop for the winter. The market will sport a Halloween theme on Sunday (Oct. 30) and kids who come in costume will receive a treat from each vendor. “It’s going to be a spooktacular Halloween,” said Betty Benson, the market’s entertainment coordinator. “It’s a nice way to say goodbye and have fun.” Benson anticipates there will be about 35 vendors for the final market, selling everything from garlic to potatoes, winter squash to pies, chicken to lamb, baked goods and more. “You’re going to see stuff at the Farmer’s Market that you wouldn’t necessarily think about this time of year like peonies, peony roots, flowers and all kinds of fresh fruit,” she added. The Cedar Farmer’s Market runs from mother’s day to Halloween each year, and can have as many as 58 vendors during the summer season. Despite the inclement weather, the market has seen a growth in both vendors and attendees. “It’s been exceptional, we’ve had a real growth spurt this year,” Benson said. “There is a large population in our community who want local food, and whatever you can grow, you can sell at the farmer’s market.” Part of embracing the ‘eat local’ lifestyle can include getting to know your local farmer, Benson said. The Cedar Farmer’s Market will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 30 and is located at the Crow and Gate Pub, 2313 Yellow Point Rd. For more information, visit www.cedarfarmers market.com

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Sun setting on foreign ferry construction work? BLACK PRESS

An $8 billion federal contract for Coast Guard and navy support ships could mean the end of ferries built in foreign shipyards, B.C. government officials say. Jobs, Tourism and Innovation Minister Pat Bell said Thursday the upgrades to Seaspan facilities in North Vancouver and Victoria to

construct seven new vessels will make the company more competitive, particularly for specialty ships like the icebreaker. Both Bell and Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom defended the decision by B.C. Ferries to contract with a German shipyard for three new large ferries. Lekstrom said he supported the decision by B.C. Ferries to use competitive

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contract, that probably won’t happen again.” Premier Christy Clark noted that smaller ferries have continued to be built in B.C., and the expansion of B.C. shipyards will increase their ability to compete. Bell said it’s unlikely that B.C. will go into the competitive market for freighters, but it has a chance to sell expertise in niche markets. editor@nanaimobulletin.com

As the opposition kept up the political pressure on the B.C. Liberal government to halt the closure of group homes for developmentally disabled people, the interim CEO of the agency responsible held a rare news conference at the B.C. legislature Wednesday. Doug Woollard was promoted to replace C o m m u n i t y L iv ing B.C. CEO Rick Mowles, who was fired last week amid reports of families being pressured to a c c e p t h o m e - s t ay placements instead of group homes with 24-hour staff. Woollard acknowledged that there have been 15 to 20 cases where CLBC did not consult adequately with the families of clients before changing their living arrangements. He said the intent is to reach agreement with families before changes are made. For one of those cases, the Williams Road group home in Richmond, Woollard gave a specific assurance: “If we don’t reach agreement with the families, we won’t change it.” Under opposition questioning in the legislature Tuesday,

Social Development Minister Stephanie Cadieux announced that her deputy minister, along with deputies from children and family development and the health ministry, are reviewing the way all provincial services go to developmentally disabled people. Cadieux continued to reject the NDP’s call for a moratorium on group home closures, and Woollard agrees. A moratorium would make the system too inflexible as it deals with rising demand, he said. He confirmed that 65 group homes have closed, leaving 700 more around the province. CLBC has a budget of more than $700 million, and a waiting list of 2,800 people seeking either new or increased service. Woollard said the government is aware of the demand, and CLBC’s estimate that it would cost between $51 million and $65 million more to meet it all. Part of the demand can be met by providing service at lower cost, and it is up to the government to decide how much to increase the budget, he said. editor@nanaimobulletin.com

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Court upholds right to Google Wide-open freedom of speech on the Internet is something many of us take for granted. But the fact is the status quo exists simply because the Internet is new enough that lawyers haven’t had enough time to fully sink their teeth into it. Last week, a landmark Supreme Court case took a big step towards enshrining part of ‘net freedom’ into law. We’d imagine a large percentage of you have engaged in the process of hyperlinking. For those who don’t know the jargon, hyperlinking is the practice of providing others with an Internet link that will send someone to a website with the click of a mouse. That funny YouTube video you posted on your Facebook page? That website address you e-mailed to your friend to show her the trailer for the new Twilight movie? The list of results that showed up when you googled Gadhafi? Those are hyperlinks. Did you ever stop to wonder what could happen to you if what was on those links turned out to be slanderous lies? Did you ever consider that by spreading those lies, you might be guilty of slander? The Supreme Court of Canada says you don’t have to. Lake Cowichan’s Jon Newton posted links on his website that slandered a Vancouver man. The court essentially ruled that by posting the links, Newton did not repeat the defamatory material, he just told people where to find it. And that while people need to be able to defend themselves from Internet slander, shutting down the web is not one of the weapons they should use. Imagine if Google could be sued for everything the search engine potentially turned up. It would no longer be in business. And that would essentially shut down the way we use the web. The court’s decision was a good one. 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

Scare tactics don’t foster solutions I had everything I needed. It seemed appropriate a governBut what if I had nothing? What ment press conference officially if I didn’t have family or friends to announcing the construction of turn to, or wore out my welcome a social housing unit on Wesley with them? Street was held in the pouring My wife and I recently sold our rain. house in Pleasant Valley and The project, when completed, bought a condo in north Nanaimo. will provide not only a roof over We love it and are safe and sound the heads of some of Nanaimo’s every night. homeless, but four walls as well. Throughout the summer in the The press conference should have north end, I noticed given the participants a man on a bicycle a good idea what it was REPORTER’S more than a few times. like to be out in the rain VIEWPOINT Often he was returning with nowhere to go. Chris Hamlyn bottles, sometimes he Fortunately – or Assistant Editor was resting under some unfortunately dependbushes and other times ing on how badly one he was going through wanted to get the homegarbage bins. less message across – a The other day we couple of large tents saw him with what I were erected to protect assume are his worldly the officials and media, goods strapped to his the electronic sound bike along with a large, system and the array of folded piece of cardboard that goodies for people to snack on. looked like it once held a freezer or I stood listening to the speeches, refrigerator. gazing out at the rain and won“What’s he got now?” my wife dered what would I do if I didn’t asked. have a warm rain jacket to keep “Probably his bed or shelter,” I me dry until I ran back to my said. vehicle and then drove home for And then we went home and comthe night? mented on how hard it was raining What would I do if I my jacket and how I really should get a good was flimsy, my shoes had holes in coat of wax on my truck before them and I had nothing to eat and winter set in. no place to sleep that night? Back to my original point, what I can’t even compare that to would I do if that was me and all I the rainy days I’ve spent hiking had was a piece of cardboard and because I had a tent and sleeping some plastic to keep the elements bag to crawl into. I had cooking out? equipment to prepare the meal I For the life of me, I don’t have brought with me.

an answer. I can’t imagine being in that situation. The only thing I can think of is to ask for help. Seek out the services available in Nanaimo that help those who can’t help themselves. And that includes the social housing units going up on Wesley Street and proposed for Bowen and Boundary roads, and Uplands Drive. I’m of two minds about the government’s Housing First initiative. The Uplands project is a few kilometres from my home. Does one portion of society deserve to be given a home courtesy of the taxpayer while others must struggle to make ends meet all on their own? Should the residents of these units be allowed to continue their destructive lifestyles while living there or should they be required to seek all the help available as a prerequisite to free housing? Nanaimo Mayor John Ruttan said he has a hard time turning his back on the homeless and pretending they don’t exist. I agree. They are not going to go away and need our help. I don’t have an answer, but I do know it won’t be found if people let their emotions rule their decisions. It’s a topic that requires seeking out answers through relevant information, not scare tactics. It requires co-operation from all stakeholders to come up with a solution to satisfy everyone.

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Too many questions on smart meters To the Editor, Re: Answers needed on smart meters, Letters, Oct. 18. Having done a lot of “googling” and reading about smart meters, I have come to the conclusion I don’t want one anywhere near my house either. One Google video showed a radiation measuring device being held in front of three different smart meters for one minute, and when compared to three different cellphones, measured for the same length of time, the smart meters’ radiation emissions were quite a bit higher than the cellphones. I have also heard that vegetation planted anywhere near a smart meter will die. So, if it kills vegetation, what on earth is it going to do to us? I have heard that wrapping the smart meter in aluminum foil will contain the radiation somewhat, but don’t know if that’s a fact. So, if we do as Sue Oakley suggested in her letter – refuse to have a smart meter installed if a letter showing medical liability insurance is not provided by the installer – what are we faced with? Will B.C. Hydro deny us electrical service if we refuse the installation? Can they do this? Does anyone know? Diana Walker Nanaimo What do you think? Give us your comments by fax at 250-753-0788 or by e-mail: editor@ nanaimobulletin. com. Be sure to spell out your first and last names.

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School plan decision was unanimous choice To the Editor, Re: Election onslaught set to get going, Wright Turn, Oct. 8. Mitch Wright should remember that the vote to kill the old facility plan was unanimous. Even its supporters seem to have faced the fact that the devil buried in its details could not be ignored. That plan was financially, as well as educationally, unsound, and all nine trustees quite rightly voted not to let it proceed. Unfortunately, simplistic slogans (“we could have had millions of dollars spent on a new school”) are easier to understand than serious flaws buried under layers of financial data. We have the current board to thank for bringing those flaws to light and voting accordingly.

It would be helpful if this newspaper chose to re-examine the evidence and let those facts see the light of day instead of repeating tired and discredited myths. Barb Humpherville Nanaimo

Too many people expect handouts from society To the Editor, Re: Attitudes are main issue, Oct. 20. Randy O’Donnell hit the nail smack on the head. Too many people today expect the easy road in life and unfortunately our governments cater to these thoughts. There was a day when we had to work to earn things, but now everything is expected for gratis. In my day there was no food

bank, no free meals, no free housing and definitely no drug stations to shoot up in, also for free. Our society has become lazy and unproductive, but a day of reckoning is coming, as we cannot afford to continue to support programs for people who don’t want to help themselves. Another Great Depression is on the horizon and it won’t be pretty. Ian Dunbar Nanoose Bay

Class sizes changed little from decades ago To the Editor, Re: Class-size report fails to satisfy teachers, Oct. 15. Our classrooms are appropriate for learning. I am a parent of four children

in School District 68. The only problems with the education system is that there is less and less school days in the year. The days are too short. How are these children supposed to learn anything when there is always a Pro-D day, early dismissals, movie days, field trips to the beach, etc.? My husband and I supplement our kids’ education with extra work at home. We do not want them to fall behind. The classroom size is no different than when I went to school in the 1980s or when my parents went in the ’60s. My mother went to Brechin school in 1964 and there were 35 students in her Grade 3 class. It won’t be long before Canada falls behind other countries. E. Mckenzie Nanaimo

Readers respond: Feedback on news items Supportive housing key to help prevent deaths To the Editor, Re: Supportive housing helps less fortunate, Letters, Oct. 20. I applaud the letters in favour of supportive housing. As a former coroner in Nanaimo, I attended many sudden deaths due to accidental drug overdoses, suicide and natural causes where the housing was extremely appalling. How people were able to live in those conditions was beyond comprehension. Part of the coroner’s role is to determine what factors played into the sudden deaths and what factors could help prevent future deaths. I firmly believe that with safe and adequate housing a number of these deaths could have been prevented. Often circumstances, ill health (mental and physical) and addictions lead one to need supportive housing. Although not right next door to the Uplands housing project, I support it and would support it if it was next door. Norma Hinds Nanaimo

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planet and all my life in B.C., I find the politics, both municipal and provincial are leaning very heavily toward a dictatorship and that is very sad. Patricia Callender Nanaimo

Rights of all residents Letter writer challenged need to be respected To the Editor, on facts about housing Re: Are we a welcoming, inclusive To the Editor, Re: Are we a welcoming, inclusive community? Letters, Oct. 18. Paul Glassen states that he came from a community which was integrated and proud that they were. Why did he not name that community? Perhaps we could all move there and play ‘happy families’. I somehow don’t think he has all the facts about low-barrier housing. Please, look it up online and you will see that the description is not about mentally challenged, but mainly about those who have ‘chosen’ their way of life through drugs and alcohol and will be allowed to continue using these substances while in the home. I am afraid for our community as after 75-plus years on this

community? Letters, Oct. 18. We should not pursue the worthy cause of ending homelessness at the expense of seniors, children and the democratic process. The rights of individuals that will be impacted by a low-barrier facility in their community also need to be respected. Some of these facilities are a problem and people are legitimately concerned. Some facts: The city’s survey says that 96 per cent of homeless are addicted and 25 per cent engage in criminal activities. So the odds are the facility will house a large proportion of addicts. The definition of wet house is clear, it allows clients to continue their addictions in their apartments with or without treatment. The Uplands site was selected in an in-camera council meeting,

announced by the province without any public input or consultation. B.C. has open meeting laws which intend that all major decisions affecting the community are made at open meetings. The city’s Homelessness Action Plan recommends public meetings before any site is selected for supportive housing. One can support supportive housing without supporting the Uplands site. It’s not a matter of whether it’s good enough for the community, it’s a matter of giving the public a say in selecting a suitable location. I believe there are a lot of smart people in Nanaimo and tapping into that resource would achieve results which would not polarize the community. There is no social mandate that says low-barrier housing must be located next to seniors and schools. The selection of the Uplands site was likely made in haste in order to satisfy scheduling requirements with the provincial government. Surely the province would not have so little compassion as to withdraw the funding for this worthy project just because the community wants a say in the location. Fred Kardel Nanaimo

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MUNICIPAL ELECTION 2011 NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE is given to the electors of the City of Nanaimo that an election by voting is necessary to elect a Mayor and eight Councillors for a three-year term commencing December 2011. Persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

DIDIO, Dan MCKINNON, Roger ROUTLEDGE, Jim RUTTAN, John

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

CANDIDATES FOR COUNCILLOR (eight to be elected) JURISDICTION OF RESIDENCE ANDERSON, George 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, Gary Richard Nanaimo, BC LOMAS, Rod Nanaimo, BC MAARTMAN, Zeni Nanaimo, BC MANHAS, Jeet Nanaimo, BC MCKAY, Bill Nanaimo, BC OLSEN, Darcy Nanaimo, BC OUELLETTE-CROUCHER, Christopher 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 Bay Activity Centre Dodd Narrows Room, Vancouver Island Conference Centre Frank J. Ney School Georgia Avenue School McGirr School Nanaimo Alliance Church Nanaimo Aquatic Centre Oliver Woods Community Centre Protection Island Fire Hall* Quarterway Elementary School Wellington Community Hall

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ID Required to Register for Municipal 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 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. MAIL BALLOT VOTING The City of Nanaimo has adopted a bylaw to permit qualified persons to vote in the November 19, 2011 municipal election by way of a mail ballot. Who Can Vote By Mail Voting by mail is available to persons in the following circumstances only: (a) If you have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects your ability to vote; or (b) If you expect to be away from the municipality on general voting day (November 19, 2011) and at the times of all the advance voting opportunities. To Request a Mail Ballot Package To request a mail ballot package you must submit a completed Application to Vote by Mail to the Legislative Services Department at 455 Wallace Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 5J6. Applications can be obtained by contacting the Legislative Services Department at the above address or by calling (250) 755-4405 or by downloading the form from the City of Nanaimo website (www.nanaimo.ca). Applications may be submitted in person, by mail to the above address, by fax to (250) 755-4435 or scanned and emailed to vote@nanaimo. ca. Upon receipt of a complete application, your name will be added to the mailing list for mail ballot packages. A mail ballot package will be mailed to you as soon as possible after October 31, 2011.

ADVANCE VOTING DAY OPPORTUNITIES The City is offering Advance Voting Opportunities in the Bowen Park Auditorium, Bowen Park, 500 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, BC on: Wednesday, November 9, 2011 and Wednesday, November 16, 2011 (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) NOTE:

Any qualified elector may vote at an advance voting opportunity.

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.

If you are applying for a mail ballot package after November 7, 2011, please contact the Chief Election Officer at (250) 755-4405 as special arrangements may be necessary due to time constraints. Applications will not be accepted after 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 17, 2011. Eligibility to Vote To vote by mail a person must meet all voting requirements for voting in a municipal election as a resident elector or as a non-resident property elector as of the date the mail ballot is completed and posted. You must (a) be on the List of Registered Electors in order to vote by mail or (b) apply to register to vote in conjunction with submission of the mail ballot, in which case you must complete the necessary registration application that is part of the mail ballot package. Important Deadline As provided in the Local Government Act, a mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer before the close of voting on general voting day (Saturday, November 19, 2011) in order to be counted for the election. It is your responsibility to post the mail ballot in sufficient time for delivery to the Legislative Services Department at City Hall by the close of business at: 4:30 pm on Friday, November 18, 2011 Or Arrange for the mail ballot to be hand delivered to the Presiding Election Official at the Dodd Narrows Room Voting Place, Vancouver Island Conference Centre, 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo BC between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 19, 2011. 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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Credit union campaign sends youth to retreat A donation of $1 to the Coastal Community Credit Union’s Just Say Yes campaign provides young people with leadership experience. Part of International Co-op Week, the credit union’s fundraiser helps local youth attend YES Camp, a leadership retreat in Lake Cowichan. In appreciation, donors will receive a copy of the 2012 edition of Island Gems, a calendar featuring photos of Island locations taken by CCCU employees. “We’re thrilled to once again be helping

enrich the lives of local youth through YES Camp sponsorships,” said Susanne Jakobsen, Coastal Community’s board chairwoman. “We greatly appreciate everyone’s support.” In celebration of International Credit Union Day today (Oct. 20), Coastal Community’s members and clients are invited to join employees and board members at local branches for prizes and refreshments throughout the day. For more information, please visit www. cccu.ca.

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Pet adoption available online Paws Without Borders, Nanaimo, has joined other animal welfare organizations in the area that list their homeless pets on Petfinder.com. The site currently has more than 359,000 homeless pets listed, and it is updated continuously. More than 13,500 animal welfare organizations in the U.S., Canada, and other countries post their pets on the site. Paws Without Borders pets can be viewed at http://www. petfinder.com/shelters/BC200.html.

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

With the arrival of fall weather, the boating season seems just a distant memory to most people. But Nanaimo Power and Sail Squadron continues its mandate to help produce safe and confident boaters and is

accepting online registration for its winter courses. All boaters need to obtain their Pleasure Craft Operator’s Certificate through the squadron’s boating course. The introductory course starts Jan. 12 with training

officer Ken Swain. For those already with their certificate but looking to improve their knowledge and skills, the seamanship (advanced) course starts Jan. 11 with instructor Dave Bowman.

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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 Allen Donna Allen Nelson E. Bard Bill Brennan Jamie Curley Nancy Howland Kim Jean Louis Rosmy Murchie David Neary Dot Robinson Bill Routley Noah Saunders TerryLynn Welch Sharon

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QUALIFICATIONS FOR VOTING If you are not on the voters list, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications: ➢ Canadian citizen; ➢ 18 years of age or older on voting day; ➢ resident of B.C. for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day; ➢ a resident within the geographical boundaries of the school district for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and ➢ not otherwise disqualified by law from voting.

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

mitted for this Election, but only for those electors: a) who have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects your ability to vote; b) who expect to be away from the municipality on general voting day (November 19, 2011) and at the times of all the advance voting opportunities. To request a mail ballot package you must submit a completed Application to Vote by Mail to the Legislative Services Department at 455 Wallace Street, Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 5J6. Applications can be obtained by contacting the Legislative Services Department at the above address or by calling 250 7554405 or by downloading the form from the City of Nanaimo website www. nanaimo.ca. Applications may be submitted in person, by mail to the above address, by fax to 250 755-4435 or scanned and emailed to vote@nanaimo. ca. Upon receipt of a complete application, your name will be added to the mailing list for mail ballot packages. A mail ballot package will be mailed to you as soon as possible after October 31, 2011. For further information about mail ballot voting contact Joan Harrison, Chief Election Officer for the City of Nanaimo 250 755-4405 or visit the city’s website www.nanaimo.ca. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on the 2011 School District Election 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. sd68.bc.ca. For information on Areas G and H of the CVRD contact Dennis Brown, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250 245-9918.

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Cooked or Smoked Turkey Breast Garlic Sausage

99

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PER gr

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2000

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3000 Betty Crocker Fruit by the Foot

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Airwick Scented Oil Refill 42ml

5000

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29 PER gr

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Pepper, Hungarian, Wine or Gypsy

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29

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100

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Hoagie Buns

Multigrain Bread

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2$ for

Bakery Fresh

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Bagels

10” Apple Pie

6

2

for

2 $5

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Cinnamon Buns

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While the hatters snack on sandwiches, cakes, tea and a snifter or two, guests can also bid on a silent auction, listen to music and win door prizes. Tickets $25; $15/children. Please call 250-716-3230. Schmooze Productions, a theatre company, offers a screening of last year’s sold-out musical Rocky Horror Picture Show at Nanaimo Centre Stage Thursday and Friday (Oct. 27-28) at 7 p.m. Costumes are encouraged for the

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Aries

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 There’s no easing the tension between two people in the house, Aries. The constant bickering is leaving you weary, but the best you can do is vacate the premises.

Taurus

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, just when you thought you had everything worked out, someone throws a monkey wrench in all of your plans. You will just have to quickly adjust.

Gemini

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, it’s hard to fight through all the clutter and excess in your life, but now is the time to weed through what you have and start thinning out the unnecessary stuff.

Cancer

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, discretion is advised when you are presented with a situation that is outside of your usual circle. Tread lightly on tricky ground for the time being.

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LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you might find yourself in a pickle this week unless you act quickly and authoritatively. Swift action makes it possible to contain the potential damage. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you can only coast along for so long. Sooner or later you will have to put some real effort into your future plans. Start thinking about it.

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LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you can’t help but feel like you’re on cloud nine this week. It’s full of love and romance, and it’s something you have been craving for a long time. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Sometimes your patience is tested, Scorpio. But others don’t realize your need to have some alone time, so let them know in a calm and respectful way.

HALLOWEEN STORIES by Paulette McCarthy and Sharron Berchilde at Terminal Park Starbucks Wednesday (Oct. 26) at 7 p.m.

MAD HATTER TEA PARTY Tiger Lily Events hosts fundraiser for Crimson Coast Dance Society at Mon Petit Choux on Friday (Oct. 28), 3-5:30 p.m. Tickets $25; $15/children. SHANE KOYCZAN and the Short Story Long perform at the Port Theatre Saturday (Oct. 29) at 8 p.m. Tickets $36; $31/members; $15/students. Call 250-754-8550. PACIFIC GAEL PIPES AND DRUMS beer and burger at Legion Branch 256 Saturday (Oct. 29) at 6 p.m. Tickets $12. Call 250933-3570. HARBOUR CITY MASQUERADE with Wunderbread and Paramount at Diners Rendezvous Saturday (Oct. 29) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $75. Call 250754-1750. HAUNTING OF THE HORRO VIXENS by Naughty and Spice Burlesque at Nanaimo Centre Stage Saturday (Oct. 29). Doors 7 p.m. Tickets $20 at

ROCKY CULTURE CRAZE HORROR SHOW with gorelesque by Roxee Lee and Lalani Electrica at the Cambie Monday (Oct. 31) at 8:30 p.m. Tickets $12/advance at Culture Craze and the Cambie; $15/door.

MUSIC THE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PIANOMEN tribute to Fats Domino, Ray Charles and more at the Port Theatre Tuesday (Oct. 25), 7:30 p.m. Tickets $41.50. Call 250-7548550. SARAH HAGEN and Friends at Port Theatre Tuesday (Oct. 25) at 10:30 a.m. Tickets $25; $22/members; $15/students. Call 250-754-8550. NATALIE GERMANN Sam Britton and Paul Cimolini perform On the Dock acoustic series at Dinghy Dock Pub Tuesday (Oct. 25) at 7 p.m. TOBY HARGRAVE come-

dian performs at Port Theatre Friday (Oct. 28), 7 p.m. Tickets $28; $22.50/members, students and Facebook fans. Call 250-754-8550. ZOMBIE SWING with Cameron Wigmore at Acme Food Co. Friday (Oct. 28). BANANAFISH DANCE ORCHESTRA and the Brethern play the Cambie Friday (Oct. 28). IRIS plays the Queen’s Friday and Saturday (Oct. 28-29). THE BIG MESS plays Acme Food Co. Saturday (Oct. 29). EYE OF ODIN and the Whiteboard Project play the Cambie Saturday (Oct. 29). DJ MEW plays the Fright House (Lighthouse) Bistro Saturday (Oct. 29). Doors 8 p.m. Tickets $10 at Lucid and the pub. LOOT a tribute to Tool plays the Palace Saturday (Oct. 29). Doors 9 p.m. Tickets $10 at Lucid, Tranceformations, Harbour City Music and the bar. DONAL PATRICK BAND plays the Well Pub Saturday (Oct. 29). DANCE LAURY DANCE plays the Cambie Sunday (Oct. 30).

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SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Others don’t understand your motives, Sagittarius, and you kind of like the air of mystery you impart. Just don’t gloat too much about your interesting persona. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Carpicorn, all of the struggles you’ve endured in the last few months will pay off with some just rewards soon enough. Hold on a little longer. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, sometimes you pick the most inopportune moment to get started on a project. It’s foolhardy to expect others to share in your enthusiasm at these times. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, spend your time wisely because soon you won’t have a minute to spare on anything. You will be all-consumed with work.

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Olympic poet shares stories Spoken word blends music and poetry, but delivers the lyrics as though each audience member were engaging in a one-on-one conversation with the artist. Slam poet champion Shane Koyczan and his musical trio The Short Story Long perform spoken word and music at the Port Theatre Saturday (Oct. 29) at 8 p.m. Koyczan used YouTube to expose his words to a wider audience, which eventually led him to being commissioned by the Canadian Tourism Commission to write a piece representing Canadian culture. Koyczan performed that piece We Are More at the Opening Ceremonies at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. His band, the Short Story Long, is a musical trio of Olivia Mennell, Maiya Robbie, and Stefan Bienz

whose musical range stretches from folk to funk, from ambient to rock, showcasing all that is in between. Koyczan is part of a modern wave of lyricists taking some of their cues from beat generation legends like Jack Kerouac, William S. Burroughs, and Allen Ginsberg. Koyczan’s warmth, wit and sincerity move from subdued, deep, sad love poetry to power chord hiphop. Guests will have an opportunity to ask Koyczan and the band questions after the show. Tickets $36; $31/ members; $15/students. Please call 250754-8550 or visit www. porttheatre.com. ◆ Win tickets to see Shane Koyczan and the Short Story Long at www.nanaimo bulletin.com and click on the ‘Contests’ link.

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Halloween events offer fundraisers ◆ From /21 Organizers hope Harbour City Masquerade becomes an annual tradition at Halloween. Tickets $75. Please call 250-740-6350. Naughty and Spice Burlesque is basing their third-annual Halloween-themed show on the early Grindhouse horror genre that emerged in defunct burlesque houses in the 1970s. “The show is sort of like a loosely tied together B-movie with no plot, lots of blood and boobs,” said performer Roxee Lee. Haunting of the Horror Vixens is set for Saturday (Oct. 29), 8 p.m., at Nanaimo Centre Stage. Tickets $20. Please visit www.naughtyandspiceburlesque.com. Nanaimo’s bars and nightclubs host a variety of bands and costume contests Saturday night. The Palace Hotel hosts Loot, a tribute band to metal group Tool. Doors open at 9 p.m. and tickets $10. DJ Mew spins music at the Lighthouse Bistro’s Halloween party, beginning at 8 p.m. Tickets $10. The Queen’s will have Iris playing during the first of the bar’s Halloween parties. Music starts at 9:30 p.m. On Monday (Oct. 31), after the little ones head home from trick or treating in downtown Nanaimo, Culture Craze invades the Cambie for its Rocky Horror Picture Show-themed party, beginning at 8:30 p.m. Pink Spit DJs the night, with contests, prizes and performances of gore-lesque (it’s burlesque, but fake bloodier) from Lalani Electrica, Lee and Infra Red. Tickets $12/advance from Culture Craze and the bar; $15/door. More event listings are available on the What’s On calendar on page 22.

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Tuesday, October 25, 2011

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

TRAVEL

CHILDREN

COMING EVENTS

LOST AND FOUND

TIMESHARE

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

MID-ISLAND POTTERS 19th ANNUAL POTTERY SALE Saturday, October 29th, 11am-5pm Parksville Community Centre (formerly at TighNa-Mara). Free admission. Door prizes. 132 East Jensen Avenue, Parksville

LOST: SMALL pendant, jade carved ďŹ sh on black cord. Please call (250)758-4449.

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SUNDOWNER FAMILY Childcare (near VIU and bus routes). 2 under 5 yrs spaces available. Safe, fun family environment, subsidy welcome. Licenced, 12 yrs experience. Call 250-754-1495.

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LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Fall special. 2 nights $239 / 3 nights $299. Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891

BRING THE family! Sizzling Summer Specials at Florida’s Best Beach! New Smyrna Beach, FL. See it all at: www.nsba.com/bonjour or call 1-800-214-0166.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES CENTRAL NANAIMO, restaurant for sale, seats 60. Call for info. (250)714-4446. DIGITAL PHONE SERVICE Reps/Nanaimo. Work from home. barryfoster.acnrep.com OPERATE A Mini-OfďŹ ce Outlet working from your home computer. Free online training. Flexible hours. Great income. www.freedom-unlimited.info

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Bridge Repairs @Englishman River Bridge October 11 to November 4, 2011 Single Lane Alternating TrafďŹ c ďŹ - 24/7 Expect delays of 30 minutes maximum Use alternate routes. Sorry for the inconvenience.

For any questions contact: Nasch Aguiar – Bridge Manager Emcon Services Inc. 250-248-6212

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

DEATHS

DEATHS

DEATHS

April 29, 1923 ~ October 18, 2011 Passed away peacefully at NRGH. Originally from Minnedosa, Manitoba, George came to Nanaimo shortly after serving in WWII. Predeceased by his parents, Manfred and Jennie; and his loving wife, Audrey (2007). Survived by his children: Terry (Kevin), Richard (Carol), Brett (Vicki), Paula (Al) and Rhonda; grandchildren: Brenda (Theo), Ryan (Sheila), Kenneth (Mia), Erin (Bruce), Richelle, Kevin (Myliss), Jeremy (Stephanie), Cory and Ashley; great grandchildren: Arianna, Delaney, Kaia, Koen and Noah. Also survived by his sister, Rhoda de Bourcier and his cousin, Martha Foxton, numerous nieces, nephews and friends. The family would like to thank the Emergency Ward Staff for their compassionate care. A private family gathering will be held. In lieu of owers, donations can be made to a charity oof your choice.

ESSO AGENCY in Dawson Creek, Fort St. John, & Fort Nelson CLASS 1 DRIVER’S REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY Starting wage $30/hr - Overtime hours available - Seasonal work available (winter) FAX RESUMES WITH REFERENCES TO (250)782-5884 ATTENTION: CHRISTIAN or email cravlic@peacecountrypetroleum.com

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualiďŹ ed- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783.

CELEBRATIONS

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Happy Birthday

(Highway 19A) Parksville, BC

George Frederich

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Esther Louisa Sterling July 20, 1912 ~ October 19, 2011 Essie passed away peacefully at the the Good Samaritan (Wexford Creek) on October 19, 2011. She was born in Pembroke, Ontario. She moved to Shellbrook, Sask and married Leonard Sterling in 1936. They were married for 20 years when she was left a widow in 1956. She then moved to Nanaimo and worked for Nanaimo Pharmacy and then moved to Albert St. to join the staff at Central Drugs. She was always a happy person when she was helping others. Essie is predeceased by her parents and eight brothers and sisters. She leaves to mourn, her brother, Ken (Cathy) Berger of Sydney and many nieces and nephews. No service by request. Cremation with interment to follow.

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Nanaimo News Bulletin Tuesday, October 25, 2011 EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

VIDA MIA ~ Hair Salon & Day Spa Looking for Hairstylists and Estheticians to join our team. Resumes can be dropped at: 3396 Norwell Dr., Nanaimo or email: fanny_usanahealth @hotmail.com to make an appointment.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

BURGER KING Nanaimo is looking for Cashiers & Sales Associates. F/T - P/T. $9 - $13 P/H depending on exp. & availability. Apply in person at 1150 Terminal Ave or Fax resume to 250-754-7134. EXPERIENCED LINE Cooks & Servers needed for fast paced restaurant. Food Safe required. Reply: c/o Nanaimo News Bulletin, 777 Poplar St, Nanaimo, V9S 2H7 File #360

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

HELP WANTED

LIGHTING SALES ASSOCIATE Mclaren Lighting has an immediate opening for a retail sales person. We are looking for someone with sales experience, a good work ethic and a willingness to learn. Electrical knowledge is not a prerequisite and we offer hands on training in all aspects of the business. This is a F/T position with a competitive salary and a full benefits package. Drop off resume in person at: 2520 Bowen Rd. Nanaimo

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. PROFESSIONAL/ MANAGEMENT

PROGRAM MANAGER at women’s shelter - Nanaimo. Focus: essential services to clients & coaching employees. www.iccare.ca for salary, job description, contact info, etc.

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SECURE AN EXCITING FUTURE IN MEDICAL/ DENTAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION!

JT FLAIR in Country Club Mall is looking for Hair Models for education purposes. Haircuts are free; 50% off colors. Please see Michele or Tony.

PERSONAL SERVICES HEALING ARTS HEALING TOUCH clinic, last Tues each month. Next clinic Oct 25, 1hr session, suggested donation $30. To book your spot, 250-758-1455.

“Healthcare is the #1 employer in B.C.”

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Become a Psychiatric Nurse in your own community There is an urgent need d for more Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN), particularly outside the urban areas of the province. And with the workforce aging – the average age of a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in BC is 47 yearss – the number of retirees from the profession is exceeding the number of graduates. Entry-level earnings start at $30.79/hour to $40.42/hour. Train Locallyy – The only program of its kind in BC, students can learn within their local communities via distancee education, local and/or regional clinical placements, and some regional classroom delivery. This 23 month program is accredited by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC). Government student loans, Employment & Labour Market Services (ELMS), band funding & other financing options available to qualified applicants.

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Tuesday, October 25, 2011

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

CLEANING SERVICES

GARDENING

MOVING & STORAGE

APARTMENT/CONDOS

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOMES FOR RENT

SUITES, LOWER

DUTCH TOUCH Cleaning. Construction, move-outs, residential. Bonded, reliable, ecofriendly products. Call Nel 250591-1619 or 250-802-2140.

TREE PRUNING HEDGE/SHRUB MAINTENANCE

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.

MOVING must sell $172,000. Move-in ready 2 bedroom condo. Parking, storage, balcony, new appliances, washer,dryer,shelving. 250 754-2552 sandraketchum@gmail.com

NANAIMO DOWNTOWN- 2 bdrm ocean view, senior friendly, beautifully finished, secure prking, 6 appls, laundry rm. Refs & lease req’d. NS/NP. $1050/mo. 250-6184706, 250-591-8886. NANAIMO DOWNTOWN 3 bdrm,1.5 bath, on-site laundry. NS/NP. $900. 250-754-1547. N. NANAIMO: large, quiet 1 bdrm corner unit, 3rd floor, 4720 Uplands. Avail Nov 1. $775 mo. (250)741-4706.

NANAIMO- (near VIU) 3 bdrm upper w/1 bdrm lower suite. F/P, 7 appls, security system, fenced yrd, deck, new bath & recent upgrades. $1575/whole house. 778-686-8526.

TOWNSITE. 2-BDRM reno’d, W/D. $900. inclds utils. Priv. yard. Nov 1st. (250)616-8755.

MR. SPARKLE CLEANING SERVICES “Since 1992” Roof Demossing, Vinyl Siding, Gutter & Window Cleaning www.mrsparkle.net Call Jonathan 250-714-6739 THERE ARE a lot of people out there that say they are housecleaners, but may not do the type of cleaning you like your house to look like when they’re done. I usually take over from those cleaners when the homeowners have had enough and want to have their home cleaned properly. Give me a call at 250-618-7992. You’ll be glad you did!

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

Ivan 250-758-0371

COURTENAY - For sale or Lease 1.77 Acres - Prime Commercial Across from Costco. Serviced. 778.918.7566

HANDYPERSONS MY HANDYMAN! Home, Marine, general repairs, carpentry. Fair, reliable, responsible. Insured. Ref’s. Cowichan to Nanaimo. Norm 250-714-6654 OLD FASHIONED HANDYMAN Drywall, tile, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting. Quality work. No HST. Reasonable prices. 250-616-9095.

HAULING AND SALVAGE

HOMES WANTED PAINTING A-ONE PAINTING and Wallpapering. Serving Nanaimo for 28 years . Senior Discount. Free estimates. 250-741-0451 MORROW PAINTING * Interior * Exterior * Commercial * Residential * Free Estimates Fall Special! Tel 1-250-9514985

CLOCK & WATCH REPAIRS 3rd generation watch maker. Antique & grandfather clock specialist. (250)618-2962.

GARY FORTIN’S HAULING. One call does it all. Clean-up and disposal. (250) 618-1413. JUNK TO THE DUMP. Jobs Big or small, I haul it all! I recycle & donate any useable items to local charities. Call Sean, 250-741-1159.

COMPUTER SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

PLUMBING

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

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. ALL TRADES- Home updates? Hardwood, Tile, Laminate, Kitchen & Bath Renos. All exterior Roofing, Siding, Decks & Fencing. References available. 250-722-0131. BLUE OX Home Services. Expert Handyman & Renovation Services: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, tiling, painting, lawn & garden. Refs avail. Insured. 250-713-4409. BRYAN GRIFFIN CONSTRUCTION experienced in new home construction, home renos, doors & windows , vinyl siding & soffits and more. Free estimates. 250-390-2601. HOME RENOVATIONS: Carpentry, kitchens & baths; plumbing, ceramic tile. Free Estimates (250)756-2096. JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER new construction, reno’s, 25 yrs. Reliable. (250)616-0990. RENOVATE NOW! Expanding or renovating your home/bathroom/kitchen/basement? Roofing & finish carpentry also available. No job too small. Free estimates. Guaranteed/ Insured Richard 250-729-7809

RETIRED PLUMBER Journeyman. Repairs & renovations. (250)390-1982

CLOCK/WATCH/JEWELLERY REPAIRS

U-NEED-A-NERD Friendly onsite professional computer, website and design services. Jason is BACK! 250-585-8160 or visit: jasonseale.com

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

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

GARDENING QUALITY YARD CARE Clean-up, lawn & garden maintenance, hedge trimming. Free Estimates. Licenced. (250)616-4286, (250)751-1517 ROB’S YARD Work. Reliable, honest. No job too small. Lawn maintenance, hedging, power washing, gutters, haul away, snow removal. Insured. Free estimates. (250)729-5411 SAVE YOUR back! Yard clean-up, shrub removal, planting, fencing & more, reasonable rates. (250) 585-7667.

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MEDICAL HEALTH

Vancouver Island Painting Interior ~ Exterior FREE ESTIMATES. (250) 667-1189

IRRIGATION DOCTOR Now Winterizing! (250)616-3451

MEDICAL HEALTH

MISSING TEETH? Consider Dental Implants. Participate in a clinical study evaluating CERAMIC dental implants and receive and honorarium of up to 50% of treatment fee. -biocompatible -natural looking -metal-free

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MORTGAGES Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

RUBBISH REMOVAL FREE QUOTES, Large Truck: Rubbish Removal, yard waste etc. Same day service, starting $35.- $65/load + disposal fees. Moving, deliveries. Jason, 250-668-6851.

PETS PETS BOXER PUPPIES- Excellent temperament/pedigree. Non registered, health tested parents available for viewing. 1250-336-8475. (Comox Valley) Serious enquiries only.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE ANTIQUES/VINTAGE FROM BRUSSELS heavy tapestry Belgian table cloth w/green fringe. 7’x4’9”. $300. 250-390-2254.

APPLIANCES GE STAINLESS STEEL appliances: micro-wave, wall oven, cook top range, hood, dbl fridge (ice machine), 2 yrs old, $3500. (250)585-6935.

FRIENDLY FRANK IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

REAL ESTATE

CHEST FREEZER- 12 cubic ft, $90 obo. Call 250-7531829. ELECTRIC FIREPLACE, nearly new, $49. Outdoor table, 6 chairs, good cond. $50 (250)619-9839 FISKAR POLE Tree Pruner, extendible to 14’, $45. Black & decker hedge trimmer, 16”, $35. 250-758-3410. Kitchen Table: brown, (3.5’ wide; 5’ long) and 4, high back chairs, $75. (250)753-5328 MUSKOKA ELECTRIC fireplace w/25” firebox, 1 year old, $90. (250)754-6670. NEW LARGE dog crate, $75. (250)758-9744. NUWAVE PRO infra-red confection oven, $50. (250)7537092. SOFA BED, good condition, Mattress only used 3x. $99. obo.(250)753-4618. TV STAND, Future shop, new, tinted glass & metal. Up to 60” TV, $90. (250)758-9447.

FUEL/FIREWOOD SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords, fast delivery. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com or 1877-902-WOOD.

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OTHER AREAS ARIZONA RANCH Lots! 50% OFF! 15, AAA+ View Lots. $0 Down! Starting $99/MO! Guaranteed Financing! Near Tucson’s Int’l Airport www.sunsiteslandrush.com Call 1-800-659-9957 Mention Code 7.

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V.I. Raiders extend B.C. dynasty I TEAM SHUTS OUT Langley Rams by 44-0 score. BY GREG SAKAKI THE NEWS BULLETIN

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V.I. Raiders linebacker Glenn Boyce jumps for joy as his team defeats the Langley Rams 44-0 in the B.C. Football Conference championship game Saturday at Caledonia Park. It’s the Raiders’ sixth-straight B.C. title.

The V.I. Raiders reign over the B.C. Football Conference once again. Nanaimo’s Canadian Junior Football League team dominated the Langley Rams 44-0 on Saturday at Caledonia Park, raised the Cullen Cup, and extended its dynasty to six straight provincial championships. “When you play a championship game and you win it in the fashion we did, with the score we did, then you make a statement,” said Matthew “Snoop” Blokker, Raiders coach. “We’re not ready to hand that trophy over yet. That’s ours and we’re going to fight harder than anybody for it.” If the Rams came into the game with momentum from their upset victory in the semifinals, the Raiders squished it right away. After an interception at midfield a minute and a half into the game, the Raiders went down the field and scored a touchdown, with quarterback Jordan Yantz running in from a yard out. The Raiders added three more second-quarter TDs including 11-yard and 20-yard strikes to Andrew Smith and another one-yard keeper from Yantz. The second half was nearly as one-sided. The Raiders turned turnovers into points,

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with Mark Mueller going 3-for-3 on field goals and Yantz connecting with Whitman Tomusiak on a 10-yard TD. “We played with our hearts on our sleeves today,” said Tyler Oldendorf, Raiders offensive lineman. “We knew we had to come out, we had to ball out and we just had to give it our all.” Yantz said the Raiders won in all three phases of the game, and started winning those battles right from opening kickoff to put points on the board quickly. “If you do that and keep on doing it and the defence keeps shutting them out, then they start to sink real quick and then they start playing scared,” said the QB.

The Raiders’ special teams rose to the occasion against the league’s Outstanding Special Teams Player. Langley’s Nick Downey only got a chance to field two kicks and two punts for a total of 56 yards. “He got nothing really and wasn’t able to give his team a spark,” said Blokker. Instead, Mueller got the Special Teams Player of the Game award; Yantz was chosen Offensive Player of the Game with a 14-for-22, 216-yard effort and Teddy Ash was selected Defensive Player of the Game on the strength of six tackles and two sacks. Right after the presentation of those plaques, the Raiders got Saturday’s big prize – the Lorne Cullen Cup. “It feels absolutely fantastic,” Yantz said. “To host it here and to hoist the trophy at centre field feels great.” After passing around the cup, the Raiders continued their tradition of bringing the booty to the pirate ship in the corner of the field. “It’s a lot of fun to be out here with your boys that you spent the whole season with and to win together, it’s just great…” said Glenn Boyce, Raiders linebacker. “We’re just getting started…We’ve got bigger goals planned.” GAME ON … The Raiders will host the Saskatoon Hilltops in the Canadian Junior Football League’s Jostens Cup national semifinal on Saturday (Oct. 29) at 1 p.m. at Caledonia Park … To see a slideshow of colour photos from the B.C. final, please visit www.nanaimo bulletin.com. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

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Clippers win via shutout TEAM BEATS Chiefs 2-0 in Sunday tilt.

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The Nanaimo Clippers got some positive reinforcement for their efforts. T h e c i t y ’s B . C . Hockey League team won 2-0 against the Chilliwack Chiefs on S u n d ay a f t e r n o o n after losing 4-3 to the Langley Rivermen on Friday. Both weekend games were at Frank Crane Arena. On Sunday, the Shipmen felt like they came up with that elusive 60-minute game. Perfect penalty killing and good team defence allowed the Clips to post their first shutout of the season. “I’m very happy with that,” said Mike Vandekamp, Clippers coach. “We’ve been working so hard on our defensive game.” Starting goaltender Billy Faust said the Clippers played how they practised. “I knew once we started following the systems and doing what we needed to do, that we were going to be defensively sound and [Sunday] was a perfect example of that,” said Faust.

The Clippers had to kill off nine Chiefs power plays in the g ame. Vandekamp said his penalty killers won faceoffs and got in shooting lanes, but said their success was mostly due to effort. “We battled hard, we won the battles in the cor ners and we dumped the puck down,” said Faust. “And the few times they got shots, everyone was cleared from the front of the net.” Kyle Kramer’s goal midway through the game stood up as the winner, and Tanner Clarkson scored early in the third to provide insurance. Faust finished with 30 saves. On Friday, the Clips built up a 2-0 first-period lead on goals from Andrew Gladiuk and Graeme McCormack, but gave up three goals to the Rivermen in the second period. Trevor Fitzgerald tied the game back up early in the third, but the visitors scored the game-winner with six and a half minutes left. Faust suffered the loss in that one with 20 saves. GAME ON … The Clippers host the Victoria Grizzlies on Friday (Oct. 28) at 7 p.m. at Frank Crane.

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◆ Oct. 28 - B.C. High School Football. Barsby vs. Windsor. Canem Field, John Barsby Community Secondary School, 1:45 p.m.

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Nanaimo Clippers forward Tanner Clarkson, back, dekes around Chilliwack Chiefs netminder Mitch Gillam and scores Sunday at Frank Crane Arena.

◆ Oct. 28 - B.C. High School Football exhibition. Nanaimo District Islanders vs. Howe Sound. Nanaimo District Secondary School field, 1:45 p.m.

◆ Oct. 28 - B.C. Hockey League. Nanaimo Clippers vs. Victoria. Frank Crane Arena, 7 p.m. ◆ Oct. 29 - B.C. Rugby Union, Island senior women. Nanaimo Hornets vs. Comox. Pioneer Park, 11:30 a.m. ◆ Oct. 29 - Canadian Junior Football League. V.I. Raiders vs. Saskatoon Hilltops. Caledonia Park, 1 p.m.

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Thompson Rivers player Brynden Swint, left, and VIU Mariners opponent Stephen Hill vie for the ball Sunday at Mariner Field. VIU won 2-0.

VIU men stay unbeaten Vancouver Island University’s soccer teams did what they needed to do to get ready for provincials. The men’s team (8-0-3) and the women’s team (5-5-1) played their final regular-season games Saturday and Sunday at Mariner Field. The men tied UBC-Okanagan 1-1 on Saturday, then shut out Thompson Rivers 2-0 on Sunday. VIU’s women lost 2-0 to UBC-O but tied TRU 1-1 the next day. Provincials start Friday (Oct. 28) in Kelowna. Read more at www.nanaimobulletin.com.

The Nanaimo District Islanders are rolling over all comers so far in B.C. High School Football’s Tier 2 varsity division. NDSS (3-0) hammered Eric Hamber 48-0 on the road Friday. It was the third straight shutout for an Islanders team that has now outscored opponents 151-0. The Islanders will get their toughest test so far in the regular season this Friday (Oct. 28) when they host Howe Sound (3-0) at 1:45 p.m. at NDSS field.

Barsby football plays big game The Barsby Bulldogs are coming off a bye week, but they’ll have to get back into football mode in a hurry. The storied Windsor Dukes (0-2) will be coming to the Island to take on the ’Dawgs (2-0) in AA varsity action on Friday (Oct. 28) at 1:45 p.m. at John Barsby Community Secondary School’s Canem Field.

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