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Pilot program keeps close eye on schools

RUNNING FOR A CURE

DISTRICT, MOUNTIES launch School Watch at three Nanaimo schools. BY JENN McGARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN

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Susanne Voetmann, left, Emmalisbet Voetmann-White, Lynn Haley, Michele Behie, Anne Heyes, Jennifer Parlardg and Ann McDonald link hands to cross the finish line together at the Run for the Cure on Sunday morning at Beban Park. The seven women were representing the Running Room team at the annual breast cancer fundraiser event. For more coverage of the run, please see the Thursday (Oct. 6) News Bulletin.

Cancelled student trips upset parents BY JENN McGARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN

A Nanaimo parent is floored the school district has grounded international field trips. Lori Hall’s daughter Saffron, a tour band student at Woodlands Secondary School, was supposed to go to Cuba next February.

Instead, tour band members, who started fundraising for the trip last spring, are losing the $300 deposit each student paid because the district put all outof-province and international field trips on hold due to teacher job action, said Hall. “They fundraised last year and all through the summer

and they’re continuing,” she said. “It’s cruel in my mind that our administration is doing this. For most of these kids, this is their only opportunity to travel.” In a note to parents, the administration’s rationale for the hold on trips is that if job action should escalate, teachers

might not be able to accompany students and students could lose any money they paid. District guidelines require international and out-of-province field trips be led by district employees and approved by administrators in all schools involved. ◆ See ‘TRIPS’ /5

Neighbours will be asked to keep a close eye on what is happening at three Nanaimo schools this fall. School Watch pilot projects will be implemented at John Barsby Secondary School and Pleasant Valley and McGirr elementary schools. Trustee Jamie Brennan said these three schools volunteered to try out the program, which is hoped to decrease the district’s vandalism costs. “We thought it best to pilot it first to see how successful it might be,” he said. “We’re hoping the neighbours around the schools will be vigilant, pay attention to what’s going on around schools.” School Watch is modelled on the RCMP Block Watch program. The coordinator of the program – an administrator at each school – will drop off leaflets about the program, which will include who to contact if neighbours witness any suspicious behaviour, and hold a neighbourhood meeting or two. Brennan said if School Watch is successful, it will likely have the bonus effect of reducing property crime throughout the neighbourhood, not just at school sites. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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CITY’S DECISION to reorganize forces society’s hand. BY CHRIS HAMLYN THE NEWS BULLETIN

the unit. Leanne Appleton, clinical operations director, is working with the health authorities to identify what types of situations the unit will respond to and figuring out where in each community the crew can set up, including a backup location in case the first spot is unavailable. It takes two to three hours to set up the unit, as long as the site is secure when the team arrives, she added. The Mobile Medical Unit is one of the major medical legacies from the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games. The Ministry of Health bought the unit from VANOC – it was used to treat athletes and their families in Whistler – after the Games to improve emergency service delivery across the province.

Tourism Nanaimo Society has started shutting its doors for good. With the for mation of Nanaimo’s new Economic Development Corporation, Tourism Nanaimo is losing its $310,000 city funding Dec. 31. Tourism members agreed at Thursday’s annual general meeting to discontinue operations by the end of the year and dissolve the society by April 30. Mark Drysdale, executive director of Tourism Nanaimo, said a big reason for the motion was the results of a survey sent to the membership last spring. “The survey asked the members what they thought of the city’s decision and should we remain an independent organization carrying out some role without city funding,” said Drysdale. “One telling sign was we didn’t get much response at all. And what response we did get was 50 per cent for continuing on and the other 50 said no, we should wrap up and move the programs and services and assets over to the city.” Noting the lack of support, the motion passed and services will be passed to the Economic Development Corporation. All seven employees at Tourism were given notice, with two already finding new jobs and the remaining five still looking. “The rest of us have our ears to the ground because there has been no assurances we would be moving into that new structure,” said Drysdale. Tourism Nanaimo services will continue until the end of November and possibly the end of December. “We’re not quite sure how long we’ll be operating,” said Drysdale. “It’s partly budget and partly what makes sense for the transition.”

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Leanne Appleton, left, clinical operations director, provides an informational tour of the Mobile Medical Unit, inset, to staff from NRGH Friday.

Mobile hospital prepares for crisis $5-million facility ready to respond to any community BY JENN McGARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN

he province’s new high-tech, miniature hospital-on-wheels rolled into Nanaimo Friday. The $5-million Mobile Medical Unit was on display at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital throughout the day. More than 100 local health professionals, first responders, emergency planners and members of the public toured the unit, which is housed in a 16-metre tractor-trailer that expands to a 90-squaremetre facility with about 10 treatment bays

in one large room. A smaller room with its own ventilation system can be used for more critical care patients or emergency surgery. “This visit is to let people actually see it, know what it is capable of,” said Norma Jones, corporate director for emergency management with the Vancouver Island Health Authority. “It can function as a clinic, an emergency department or a minihospital.” The mobile unit comes

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2011-26001 On Sept. 24, a Pizza Hut delivery driver had eight large pizzas and 40 chicken wings stolen from the top of his vehicle while he was stopped in a parking lot in the 7200 block of Lantzville Road. One

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2011-26063 On Sept. 25, a number of items were taken from an attached garage to a home located in the 6200 block of Garside Drive. The owner believes the suspects might have used his garage opener taken from his truck to gain entrance. A set of Taylor Made golf clubs, a Raleigh 12-speed bike, a black Honda pressure washer and a Mastercraft air compressor were stolen. 2011-26148 On Sept. 26, a boat parked in a driveway on Tait Road was broken into. A VHF radio, two bottles of liquor and two marine flares were stolen. 2011-26212 Sometime in the evening of Sept. 27, a Toyota Rav4, parked at Cedar Secondary Community School, was broken into. A GPS unit and cash were taken. 2011-26529 On Sept. 30, a home in the 3700 block of

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Quick visit LEFT: Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock rider Manon Chouinard, left, hugs family friend Bruce Howe Monday morning shortly after the tour arrived at its Nanaimo North Town Centre stop. Riders stopped briefly for some cheque presentations and to meet supporters before continuing on to their next stop. BELOW: Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock riders arrive at Nanaimo North Town Centre Monday morning to a crowd of cheering supporters. Monday marked the ninth day of the 14-day tour, which ends Oct. 7 in Victoria. For more on the tour’s visit to Nanaimo, please see the Thursday (Oct. 6) News Bulletin. TOBY GORMAN/THE NEWS BULLETIN

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Trips approved in other districts ◆ From /1 But Hall said for the Cuba trip, the group has insurance that covers a teacher strike and other districts she’s talked to are still approving similar trips. Cam Pinkerton, superintendent of Port Alberni school district, confirmed his district approved the planning portion of all four international trip requests and the district will look at the issue again when it comes time to actually book the trip. Sharon Welch, Nanaimo school board chairwoman, said trustees and administrators are concerned about students losing money, especially if they’ve worked for months to raise the large sums needed for big trips. When asked if a parent or education assistant could accompany students in the teacher’s place, secretary-treasurer Phil Turin said he was unable to respond, as the school board and the two unions would have to be involved. Derek DeGear, president of the Nanaimo District Teachers’ Association, said teachers discussed different options with some parents, such as having the teacher continue to organize the trip, but if a strike occurs, having a desig-

nated parent to take over as Plan B. Parents have to be OK with the possibility that their child might participate in a non-school sanctioned trip, he said. “I had some disappointed parent phone calls and some disappointed teacher phone calls,” said DeGear. “Within the job action, I thought the planning could occur. We’ve been telling teachers to go ahead.” Parent Katie Weber, who has a daughter in Wellington Secondary School’s jazz academy and a son in the tour band at Woodlands, believes some Wellington parents met last week to discuss ways to have students go on trips without the teacher – jazz academy students are supposed to go to Ottawa and Idaho next spring. “It’s a pretty serious program,” she said. “They’re very competitive nationally and they always take away lots of awards when they go to Idaho. It’s just kind of knowing what to plan for.” reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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Teachers’ complaint going back to court BY JENN McGARRIGLE THE NEWS BULLETIN

The Nanaimo District Teachers’ Association has been told for a second time it cannot take its case against the superintendent’s report to an arbitrator. Last fall, the NDTA and the B.C. Teachers’ Federation filed a petition in B.C. Supreme Cour t a g ainst the Nanaimo school board and the superintendent over the superintendent’s annual class-size report after an arbitrator ruled that the matter could not be dealt with through the arbitration process. In July, a Supreme Court judge adjourned the case because lawyers for both sides agreed a recent Court of Appeal decision pertaining to another school district meant an arbitrator might have the authority to

deal with the matter after all. The matter went before arbitrator James Dorsey last week, who came to the same conclusion as the first arbitrator. Derek DeGear, NDTA president, said he’s disappointed because the union was hoping the issue would be dealt with before trustees approve the latest class size report in the coming weeks. Trustees must either approve the report or instruct the superintendent to revise it by Oct. 15. The union is alleging that the superintendent’s annual class size report for trustees fails to include a rationale for all classrooms in the district with more than 30 students – the report gives two general reasons for oversize classrooms – and that the superintendent is in violation of School Act

requirements to do so. The NDTA wants a separate and more detailed rationale for every classroom. “ We ’ ve always believed that if our teachers are saying it’s not appropriate … the superintendent really has the onus on him to provide a rationale why he’s overriding the opinion of the teacher,” said DeGear. “I’m confident that if trustees had all the information they needed, they wouldn’t be approving these class size reports.” The union has not decided what it will do next, but taking the case back to the Supreme Court is one option, he said. Another option is the new superintendent could simply provide more infor mation, DeGear added. School board chairwoman Sharon Welch said the district is waiting to hear if the union plans to appeal the latest arbitration ruling or take the issue back to Supreme Court. The B.C. Public School Employers’ Association covers costs related to arbitrations, but the district is responsible for its own legal costs for court proceedings and to date, the district has spent $52,613.

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Feeding frenzy Natasha Fras breastfeeds her son Kannon during the 10th annual Quintessence Breastfeeding Challenge at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library Saturday. During the challenge, there were 40 babies nursing. The event, which attracted 44 adults and 50 children, was hosted as a partnership by Vancouver Island Health Authority and Vancouver Island Regional Library. It is an international event with the goal of setting the record for the most babies breastfeeding at one time. On the Island, the challenge took place at 13 different sites.

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Smokers should pay plenty in taxes on tobacco says Premier Christy Clark, but not through their MSP premiums.

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B.C. mayors and councillors overwhelmingly voted Thursday to object to provincial plans to a create a municipal auditor-general. Many delegates at the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention said the planned watchdog on waste would itself be a waste of money. But after several suggestions to restrict the scope of the auditor’s work, delegates approved a motion to continue working with the provincial government on the project. Civic leaders are riled by the goverment’s vow to bring in the auditor to help police spending by municipalities and regional districts. Most were not appeased by provincial promises the auditor’s recommendations will be non-binding, that the office won’t meddle with civic policy and that the costs would be borne by Victoria. A handful of delegates spoke in support of the municipal auditor concept, saying cities should have nothing to fear from a new tool for taxpayer

Citizens may be able to remotely vote over the Internet to elect their mayor and council as early as 2014. Union of B.C. Municipalities delegates voted by a two-to-one margin Wednesday to urge the province to lay the groundwork to allow online voting as an option three years from now. Advocates of the idea say it could reverse a trend of sagging voter turnout, while detractors worry casting a ballot may no longer be secret, opening the door to vote-tampering by interest groups out to sway the result. Others warned it’s too risky to end the long tradition of voting secretly in a ballot booth at an authorized polling place. Community, Sport and Cultural Development Minister Ida Chong has promised to pursue the idea, which would require a change of legislation and time to sort out the technological issues. Another tradition that will definitely end in 2014 is November voting. From that year on,

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Premier Christy Clark has blocked Health Minister Mike de Jong’s idea of charging smokers higher MSP premiums to reflect the extra burden they put on the B.C. health care system. “I don’t support it,” the premier said Friday, two days after de Jong told Black Press he was “seriously looking” at the idea. Clark said it’s a slippery slope to start charging higher MSP premiums based on people’s personal behaviour. She added that if the government needs to raise more revenue from smokers, it should raise taxes on tobacco. B.C. is already getting more revenue from tobacco since July 2010 when the harmonized sales tax took effect, increasing the price by seven per cent because the provincial sales tax did not apply to tobacco here. Reverting back to the GST/PST system would mean tobacco taxes go back down unless B.C. opts to raise its separate tax on tobacco. De Jong raised the notion of an MSP surcharge on smokers in a panel discussion at the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention. He gave no details, calling it a concept

transparency. The resolution adopted Thursday calls the office unnecessary but endorses the UBCM executive’s policy paper on how to try to shape the outcome.

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Municipalities support delay on installation of smart meters The campaign to derail B.C. Hydro’s rollout of wireless smart meters got a boost from mayors and councillors at the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention Friday. Delegates voted 55 per cent to support a moratorium on the mandatory installation of smart meters until major issues can be resolved. “There is an important element of personal choice,” Colwood Coun. Judith Cullington said. “Some people are sensitive to this radiation and only a small amount affects them.” She said city councils across the province have been deluged in e-mail by people deeply concerned about the possible health impacts. Some civic leaders who supported the call for a moratorium said they don’t have concerns about health risks but think other issues deserve more attention, from the $930-million cost of the meter program to the potential to eventually use them to charge higher rates at peak times. An initial show of hands was inconclusive so the final vote was conducted electronically – using wireless voting devices. No delegates spoke against the resolution. Premier Christy Clark said the smart meter installations will continue despite the UBCM resolution. Hydro crews have already installed 100,000 smart meters across B.C. and that’s to rise to 250,000 by later this fall. “I don’t share those health concerns,” she said Friday. Clark said B.C. needs an efficient smart grid to save money on electricity delivery and foster economic growth.

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under exploration. De Jong raised the issue as he outlined government plans to carve money out of existing health spending to fund new initiatives to prevent chronic illness and reduce long-term costs. B.C. already spends nearly $100 million a year on health promotion and disease prevention. Victoria’s latest move is to fully fund nicotine patches and other smoking cessation aids. Smokers will no longer have the excuse of not being able to afford to pay for help to quit smoking, de Jong said, adding the $15 million required will come from other parts of the health budget. More than 300 people signed up in the first hours as the new program launched Friday. Smokers make up just 14 per cent of the B.C. population – the lowest rate in Canada – but de Jong said cutting that to 12 or 10 per cent would still save billions of dollars. He said there’s no new money to fund disease prevention initiatives, so cash must come from other health spending. B.C.’s health budget has climbed from $4.8 billion in 1990, when it made up 32 per cent of all government spending, to $16 billion now or 45 per cent.

local voting will happen in October. The election date change was approved by the province in response to a UBCM vote a year ago.

NDP leader attacks carbon tax NDP leader Adrian Dix used his first speech to the Union of B.C. Municipalities Thursday to attack a series of B.C. Liberal moves, from imposing a municipal auditor to restricting local government control of transit funding. Dix also zeroed in on the B.C. carbon tax, calling for the revenues to be directed to new transit in Metro Vancouver and energy efficiency projects in rural areas. “One of the real disconnects in our society is that we establish a carbon tax, we pay a carbon tax, and none of the money from that carbon tax, not a dime, not a centime, not a ruble, goes to pay for any kind of environmental infrastructure,” Dix said. Speaking just before delegates voted on a motion objecting to a new auditor, Dix said the province should have shown more respect for local governments by consulting them first on the cost of the auditor and the limits on its authority.

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End-of-life care needs attention Fear of dying is common in western culture. Even the word “died” is often watered down to more gentle phrases such as passed away, passed on, or crossed over. Those words indicate not only a desire to ease the pain of losing a loved one, but soften the path from life to death. It’s ironic, then, that in British Columbia we put relatively little money into making a person’s final days and weeks more comfortable. A national health information study indicates a majority of dying people in this province are not receiving an appropriate level of care, whether it be proper pain management, social support or help with post-mortem planning. We’re not suggesting any means possible must be used to extend life. But caring enough to help a dying person have a more peaceful and respectful end of life should be the least we can do. It should be noted that dying isn’t reserved for the elderly, to which anyone who reads obituary columns or has experienced someone close battling a terminal illness could attest. B.C. nurses and the University of Victoria Centre for Aging are teaming up to figure out how appropriate end-of-life care can be provided to more people in B.C., through a research program called Initiative for a Palliative Approach in Nursing: Evidence and Leadership. They’ll no doubt consider the provincial health budget, which is massive and is expected to grow, given our aging population. Some of that budget goes to hospice facilities around the province. But not everyone wants to die at hospice, where the staff are knowledgeable and compassionate, yet the atmosphere can seem like a hospital ward. The provincial government needs to dedicate more funding and attention to making palliative care more far-reaching. 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

No room for sentiment in downsize since I was about 15. I’ve come to the conclusion that My husband brought up box moving houses every five years or so is not frequent enough – at least after box of items from the crawl space and as the dining room for a “collector” like me. filled, I watched him get increasMy husband and I have lived in ingly agitated. the same house for about four and Some of this stuff was thrown a half years and as moving day down there temporarily once we fast approaches, we’ve been busy decided to make the move, but boxing up our belongings. some stuff I’ve never, ever used. I’ve noted two interesting things Like the set of four so far from this process. oven-safe, individualOne is that almost REPORTER’S sized soup bowls with everything in the house VIEWPOINT handles. Perfect for is mine, except for the baking the bread and small space in the closJenn McGarrigle cheese mixture on top et that my husband’s Reporter of homemade French clothes take up. onion soup – except I The second is that I haven’t made French need someone standing onion soup for about 10 next to me – screaming years. and swearing at me or I’m sure I picked them whatever it takes – up at some garage sale before I throw almost years ago thinking they anything away. were cute and practiI love stuff. I have cal and ever since, the bowls have a tea cup collection (no way I’m lived in my crawl space, collecting giving this up), a stamp collection dust and spiders. (which I haven’t touched in years, Despite throwing a few things but hey, it might be worth someaway, we still have what my thing one day), a Christmas card husband thinks of as a coloscollection (just in case I have a sal amount of things to move, hankering to re-read those cheesy although I think he’s exaggerating season’s greetings) and a basket slightly because he wants to save full of pieces of scrap fabric, himself some work – I broke my saved years ago from old sewing wrist recently, so he has to do all projects. Keep in mind, I haven’t the lifting. picked up a needle and thread

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My relatives are partly to blame for the collection of possessions. My mother started collecting cast-off dishware from all our relatives about four years before I moved out of her house – a notso-subtle hint that I nevertheless decided to ignore for quite a while. My grandmother keeps gathering boxes of things from the houses of friends who are downsizing and shipping them up to Nanaimo from Victoria. Someone thought I would use plastic place mats with pictures of Butchart Gardens on them. Until recently, I also had a set of mugs that depicted cats eating fish. The inside of the cat was pictured like you were viewing an X-ray, with the bones of a fish in the cat’s stomach. All of this stuff has added up over the past few years to the point where it’s taken me hours to sort through it before the impending move. The new house is only slightly bigger than my current homestead and it has a much smaller crawl space, so I think further downsizing will probably be necessary. Maybe from now on I should stay away from garage sales, and maybe “forget” to give my relatives my new address. reporter@nanaimobulletin.com

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Moving people around doesn’t solve issues To the Editor, Re: Cantelon given responsibility for seniors, Oct. 1. As longtime supporters of Ron Cantelon, we would like to congratulate him on his new position as seniors advocate. Perhaps now in his new position of authority, he will have the courage to deal with the wet-house issue. Cantelon, Premier Christy Clark and his party have vowed to put families first and conduct themselves in an open and transparent manner. Little did he know that when he partnered up with the City of Nanaimo, he was supporting a council that is acting like a bunch of punch drunk sailors. Their hunger for power and provincial dollars has clouded their better judgement. They have deceived the public and altered land use without due public process to ensure they got their own way. Why would they do that? The answer is simple. They get their downtown core cleaned up and secure elusive provincial funding. But at what cost? They think nothing of sacrificing the safety of our school children and senior citizens to achieve their goals. Our homeless need help and nobody would disagree. If the city staff and councillors had done proper research and involved the public in their decision making, perhaps we would have confidence in their decision. However, when the city’s own social planner says the councillors do not understand low-barrier housing, how the heck can we feel confident? Cantelon’s government controls the purse strings. Even though our councillors hide their heads in the sand, he can make sure the public has its say. He must demand open public meetings before he and his government take any further action. How can “active drug houses” be good adjacent to any school or seniors housing? I’m certain he is much too intelligent to ignore that. Moving people around to hide the problem is not the answer. Spend our tax dollars responsibly. Build a proper re-hab facility and give our homeless the help they truly need. Bruce MacDonald Nanaimo

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The world is in trouble if city’s air is ranked near the top, letter writer says.

To the Editor, Re: Breathe it all in!, Sept. 29. If Nanaimo has the fourth-best air in the world, the world’s air is in big trouble. Harmac polluting less? It only coincides with less production, not a big operational change. Just wait for the stink when they shut down for maintenance this month. If Mayor John Ruttan, from Lantzville, is so proud of our air, he should ask the career councillors why then did they allow Coastland

Industries to switch from burning natural gas to salt-water hog fuel that is now spewing dioxins and furran particulate in the same ‘fallout’ zone as Harmac’s stacks. South Nanaimo concerns were snubbed and completely invalid to council. It would not surprise me if the number of children with respiratory, heart or lung disease is greater at Bayview and Chase River schools. Neil Saunders Nanaimo

Readers respond: Feedback on social housing North-end residents must demand change To the Editor, Re: City hears social housing concerns, Sept. 27. Have our city officials completely lost their minds? Is the space between their collective ears just as big and empty as their latest proposal to put a wet house near two schools and next door to 300 defenceless seniors? Aren’t we as parents trying our best to keep our kids away from the negative influences of drugs? How convenient is it that the city installed a pathway from the schools that empties right out near the newly proposed drug house which hundreds of school students will pass by every day? And keep in mind that the tenants of this proposed wet house will be hard-core drug users who do not want to change nor do they even need to change as a condition to be able to live there. Will the 7-Eleven parking lot be the new place to buy their drugs? Or will it be more convenient for them just to buy them in front of where they live? One would think it would be a reasonable request for Mayor John Ruttan to at least look into the matter

of reversing their decision concerning the proposed site. Upon speaking with one Nanaimo lawyer, he feels that the site can certainly be changed if enough people band together and demand it. It is up to all north-end residents who will be affected by the location of this wet house to demand the change. S.J. Barber Nanaimo

Government funding supports addicts To the Editor, Re: Harm reduction hardly a waste of taxpayers’ money, Letters, Sept. 29. Matthew Elrod suggests we should reduce the law enforcement budget regarding drug use and obviously spend the money on harm reduction. Of course, the people producing drugs would then have to curtail their production, as there would be far fewer drug addicts. Unfortunately, in the real world, providing addicts with wet housing, clean needles, food and even counselling has not reduced their number nor their use of drugs. If anything, it encourages them to continue because of the free support. Sorry, but that doesn’t cut it with the majority of

taxpayers. If we do something illegal, run a red light for example, we pay the price if we’re caught. We don’t have counselling for better driving habits, nor a chauffeur provided. All I’m saying is, if there was no money from government sources, the amount of support for drug addicts would be greatly reduced. J. Sharpe Nanaimo

Location of housing hardly ‘families first’ To the Editor, Re: City hears social housing concerns, Sept. 27. Is it the mandate of Nanaimo city council to decide behind closed doors the fate of the many? Why were we not counted in the final decision to place ‘low-barrier’ (wet) housing in a community of seniors and a block from a secondary school, two blocks from an elementary school? Where is the mentality of the people who make these decisions for our community? I certainly hope that when the final numbers are counted, our council will be able to see with some clarity this is not a decision that is

good for the community as a whole – not any place in the community where the residents are young children or senior citizens is this a viable option. Not anywhere close to a secondary school, senior facility, elementary school or in a place where it is all private residences and away from where there is the most help available for these unfortunate people. It is agreed that something needs to be done, but let us not discount the fact that the impact on our community must be minimized. We need to provide services to those who need it to build our communities and make them stronger. Let us think on what the government did for the mentally handicapped when they closed Riverview and other similar facilities and hope the money would be better spent to help these unfortunates or to house our many needy seniors. After all, they are the ones who helped build our country/ communities and have more than paid their dues. How does the decision of city council fit into Premier Christy Clark’s mandate for ‘families first’? Pat and Jim Callender Nanaimo

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Clinics detect abnormal cells As part of National Cervical Cancer Awareness Week (October 23-29), Wellington Medical Clinic is hosting a three-day public pap test clinic. The clinic runs Oct. 24-26 from 1-4 p.m. by appointment only. Please call 250-7402100 to reserve a spot. Wellington Medical Clinic is at 1651 Boundary Ave. A pap test is the only way to detect abnormal cells in the cervix which, if left untreated, could develop into cancer. Each year in Canada, 400,000 women receive an abnormal Pap test result, 1,300 to 1,500 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and almost 400 women die of the disease.

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Nanaimo Family Life invites the public to celebrate Community Living Month with a car wash, hotdog sale, bake sale and fun and games. The event, co-sponsored by Community Living B.C., Save-OnFoods and Harris Mazda, takes place Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Harris Mazda, 2525 Bowen Rd. All proceeds go to Nanaimo Family Life, a community-based charitable organization that provides services to strengthen families and support the development of healthy relationships and communities.

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Literacy home run Todd Moore of the Sluggers Pitch in for the Kids slo-pitch tournament, centre, presents $500 each to Nanaimo school district librarians Moira Kirkpatrick, left, Robyn Mylett, Donna McKee and Lori Williams.

Tireless efforts to develop and promote tourism in Nanaimo has earned Jennifer Ford and Chelsea Barr of Nanaimo’s economic development office industry recognition. The pair were presented with Tourism Vancouver Island’s MVP Award during the organization’s awards night Sept. 21 at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre. Ford and Barr demonstrated commitment to the growth of the industry on the Island by participating in regional co-op marketing opportunities, engaging local businesses in developing itinerary for visiting media, showcasing Nanaimo in travel trade shows and consumer shows, and

helping to put on a successful industry conference in 2011. Barr recently worked with 19 businesses to showcase their products as part of the Nanaimo Bar Trail project, which has become a popular tourist activity and drawn national media to participate in the tasty event. “I was surprised and flattered to be presented with this award,” said Barr. “It’s amazing to be recognized for doing a job you love and for working with the community towards our goal of growing tourism on Vancouver Island, and in particular, Nanaimo.” Ford recently left the economic development office to teach marketing at Vancouver Island University.

Kiwanis club dissolves

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After more than 88 years of service, the Kiwanis Club of Nanaimo is calling it a day. Chartered in 1923, the club began serving the Nanaimo community with a variety of projects and by the early 1950s, saw a need for seniors’ housing. Together with 14 other service organizations it formed the Nanaimo District Senior Citizens Housing Development Society in 1955 with a mandate to offer lowcost housing for seniors. A 2.5-hectare parcel of land on Nelson Street was purchased and the first project – a series of nine duplex cottages – was completed in 1957. In 1970, two fourplexes were added to the village. By the early 1970s, it was clear an intermediate care facility was needed in Nanaimo and Kiwanis

Village Lodge was built to meet the needs. Other projects over the years included Kiwanis Manor, a new Kiwanis Lodge, the 45-unit soroptimists suites and Kiwanis Villa. With the building projects completed and the society operating independent from the Kiwanis Club, momentum waned and the club’s membership began falling off. The Polar Bear Bathtub Race fundraiser became the focal point of club activities and for the last five years raised more than $20,000 for the Canadian Diabetes Association. But the single focus has not been enough to sustain the last few members, and most have transferred to the Sunrisers Kiwanis Club, leaving the club under the minimum workable level. The club has organized a final member reunion Oct. 19 at 6 p.m. in the Firth Radcliffe Auditorium at Kiwanis House, 1233 Nelson St. All past members are invited to celebrate the 88 years of service the club has given to Nanaimo. Please RSVP to kiwanis@ndschds.org.

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Wellness fair focuses on seniors’ health TOPICS INCLUDE emergency services and assisted living.

Health and wellness of Nanaimo seniors is the topic of an event at Beban Park Thursday (Oct. 6).

The third annual Health and Wellness Fair, organized by the Nanaimo Seniors’ Services Network, features more than 50 exhibitors with displays and demonstrations. The fair also features presentations by several professionals, including Dr. Drew Digney, head of Nanaimo Regional

General Hospital’s emergency department; Glen Reed of Reed Family Chiropractic; Heather Tubman, Office of the Assisted Living registrar; and “Sexy After Sixty” speakers Kerri Isham and Lesley Stedmon. The fair runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and admission is free.

MUNICIPAL ELECTION 2011 Information Notice Voting by Mail in Municipal Election 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 Byy 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; (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

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Advance Voting Opportunities will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2011and Wednesday, November 16, 2011from 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. in the Bowen Park Auditorium, Bowen Park, 500 Bowen Road, Nanaimo BC.

Sue Stone, palliative care unit team leader at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, left, and Shannon Farahbakhsh, Nanaimo Hospice program director, right, accept a Kobo electronic reader from Theresa Gusnowsky. The donation to hospice enables patients who spend time in the palliative unit to continue to enjoy their passion for reading.

To Request q a Mail Ballot Package g 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.

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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 g y 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. ELECTOR QUALIFICATIONS Resident Electors: ➢ 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 resident of the City of Nanaimo for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and ➢ not disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law. Non-Resident Property Electors: ➢ 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; ➢ 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; and ➢ 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.

Aviva Canada is contributing $1 million to help improve communities across the country. For the third year, the company is accepting submissions for its Aviva Community Fund, encouraging Canadians to lead, empower and support community initiatives. Last year, the provincial winner in B.C. was a new playground for Lord Selkirk Elementary School on Vancouver’s east side, while other winning ideas from 2010 included a hockey team for youth with disabilities in Ottawa, and an animal shelter in Yellowknife. The campaign will continue until 2012 with the fund centered around its website at www.avivacommunityfund.org, where Canadians can submit ideas and vote for things they would like to change at a local or

national level. Launched in 2009, the competition has already provided more than $1.5 million in funding to 19 charities and community groups. “Helping Canadians is what we do every day at Aviva, and the Aviva Community Fund is an extension of this,” said Maurice Tulloch, president and CEO of Aviva Canada. New this year is increased access to the competition through Facebook at www.facebook.com/AvivaCommunityFund. For every ‘like’ on the site, Aviva will donate $1 to Free The Children to support at-risk youth programs in Canada. Aviva Canada is a property and casualty insurance company that provides home, auto, group and business insurance to three million customers.

ALLISON of Nanaimo lost

55lbs

+54 inches to date!

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.

“Just Do It - get started, don’t put it off... I was able to get done what needed to get done and ahead of schedule!”

List of Registered g Electors ((Voter’s List)) 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.

Congratulations & Best Wishes for a wonderful future!

Important p 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 455 Wallace Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6 by the close of business at 4:30 p.m. 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, between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.on Saturday, November 19, 2011 Further Information For further information about mail ballot voting or about registering as a voter, or qualifications for voting, please contact the Chief Election Officer, Joan Harrison, or the Deputy Chief Election Officer, Kris King at (250) 755-4405 or visit our website at www.nanaimo.ca. Joan Harrison, Chief Election Officer City of Nanaimo

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Fresh Grade A Turkeys

Fresh Grade A Whole Frying Chicken

Assorted Sizes, 4.39 per kg

2 Pack, 4.83 per kg

99 lb

Sirloin End Boneless

Fresh Pork Loin Roast

Fresh Whole Australian

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Ginger Ale or Club Soda

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2lt

Richʼs Aerosol Whip Topping

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250gr

Old Dutch

Potato Chips

99 Plus Applicable Fees

Nalley

Classic Dip 225gr

220gr

¢ Plus Applicable Fees

for

Plus Plus Applicable Applicable Fees Fees

with Natural Pulp, 1.75lt

Old Dutch

Restaurante Style Tortilla Chips

for

Plus Applicable Fees

2$ for

Mott’s

2$ for

Clamato Juice 1.89lt

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1000

Sparkling Orange Beverage

Brown, 227gr

284ml

Orangina

Bisto Traditional Gravy Mix

Franco American Gravy

for

250-320gr

7500 2000

1lt

Canada Dry

Coke or Sprite

5000

680gr

Sparkling Fruit Beverage

550-600gr

McCain Apple or Cherry Pie

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Koala

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5000

275gr

Chicken

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Cashews in a Tin

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Prime Rib Oven Roast

Cross Rib Pot Roast Family Pack, 6.59 per kg

15.41 per kg

Olympic

Toupee Ham Halves 4.39 per kg

Hertel’s

Fresh Gourmet Sausage 6.59 per kg

PER

QF Platinum Angus

500gr

7.69 per kg

Harvest Meats

Rings Lean Ground Beef Sausage or Chubs

Bacon

300-375gr

PER

Each

Schneiders

Hors - d’oeuvre Sausage Rolls 325gr

Each

Breakfast Potatoes 600-750gr

1 4 49 99 2 $ 99 2 4 3 6 2$ 99 ¢ 5 89 2 99

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295ml

Diced Hashrowns

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Frozen Punch

Maple Leaf

Corned Beef Brisket Per Package

10,000

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Yoplait

Multipak Yogurt 12-16x100gr

Yoplait

Selected, 600gr

Yogurt 650gr

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Pancake & Waffle Mix

8x60gr

99 2

2.63lt

Plus Applicable Fees

Quaker

Aunt Jemima

680gr

750ml

Steel Cut Oats

Syrup

905gr

Kozy Shack Refrigerated Pudding 624gr

5000 Crisco Shortening 454gr

3000 Lactantia Butter Sticks 4x113gr

3000 Grannyʼs Laundry Detergent

Yoplait

Yogurt Tubes

100% Pure & Natural Orange Juice

Frozen Fruit

points

bonus

Tropicana

Snowcrest

2 $5 for

2$ for

4.55kg

2 $5 for

7500 Zero Coldwater Liquid Soap 473ml

3500

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Cheddar or Mozzarella Cheese

600gr

Swiss Knight

Cheese

Sharp Cheddar, 250gr

Babybel

Rosenborg

170gr

120-132gr

Brie or Camembert, 125gr

400-600gr

Clover Leaf

142gr

Olives, Gherkins or Onions

Smoked Oysters 85gr

Uncle Ben’s

3 Uncle Ben’s 120gr

170-180gr

for

Kraft

Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese 250gr

for

2$ for

Stuff’n Such Stuffing

Classiques Recipe Rice Selections

for

Ocean Spray 348ml

4$ for

Christie

Wafers or Crumbs 200-400gr

3$ for

Jet-Puffed Marshmallows 400gr

Kraft

E.D. Smith

Pillsbury

796ml

400gr

3$ for

Kraft

170-200gr

475ml

Selected, 200gr

890ml

Salad Dressing

Cheese Stick

Kraft

Cool Whip

For

Selected, 300-500gr

Mandarin Orange Segments

Knorr

750gr

2 $5

for

Del Monte

Ocean Spray

398ml

1.89lt

Pineapple

Cocktail

for

3 $2 for

Aylmer

Beets

Pillsbury

Green Giant

Selected, 341-398ml

Selected, 235-340gr

Original or Reduced Fat 227-235gr

Biscuits, Crescents or Flaky Rolls

398ml

Plus Applicable Fees

Canned Vegetables

Crescents

22-41gr

4$ for

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500gr

Green Giant

700ml

Dry Soup Mix

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Valley Selections Vegetables

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2 $5

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540ml

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Pie Crusts

1lt

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1.66lt

500ml-1lt

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255-397gr

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Cranberry Sauce

Frozen Shells

Bick’s

Dill Pickles or Beets

for

Tenderflake

915-930gr

375ml

106-120gr

Organic or Tradition Ground Coffee

McLarens

Clover Leaf

Medium Shrimp or Chunk Crabmeat

Whole Baby Clams

114-264gr

for

Clover Leaf

Danish Cheese

Mini Cheese

Nabob

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Grimm’s

Beer, Summer or Ham with Garlic Sausage

Bonus Q-Points Large

Seven Layer Dip Minimum 600gr, Each

PER

100gr

Bavarian or French Herb Meatloaf

points 550-600gr

3000 Mars, Snickers, Twix or Bounty King Size Chocolate Bar 85-93gr

1000 Molson Exel Non Alcoholic Beer 6x355ml

5000 Campbellʼs Broth Selected, 900ml

3000

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99 PER gr

100

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Per 100gr....................................... Imported

French Brie

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PER

100gr

6 9

95 Sweet & Sour Pork 8 Medium

...

Medium

Honey Garlic Wings ...............................

Spring Rolls

................................................

25 119

Available at Select Stores

Large 10/20 Size

Fresh Hand Peeled Shrimp

Digby Scallops

Frozen or Previously Frozen

Cooked, 41/50 Count

PER gr

100

White Tiger Prawn Tails Frozen or Previously Frozen

99 PER

100gr

69 PER

100gr

Fresh Instore Made

Crab Cakes

Bacon Wrapped Scallops 1lb

Northern Chef

Deluxe Shrimp Ring

12 oz Ring with 4 oz of Cocktail Sauce

99 Each

Each

PER

100gr

99 Each

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Red Hot Chili Pepper

100

Serving Suggestions

5000

3500

Bothwell

349 299 299

Per 100gr......................................

148ml

6-10ʼs

Red Wine Aged Cheddar

PER gr

100

Bothwell

2 Year Aged Smoked Cheddar

Crosse & Blackwell Mint Sauce

Bake King Burner Guards

Kentucky Chicken Breast

Medium

Bothwell

2000

3000

Lilydale

100

340gr

400gr or 475ml

Traditional Potato Salad

PER gr

Birdʼs Custard Powder

Easy Off Oven Cleaner

PER

100gr

bonus

Planters Peanuts in a Bag

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Grimm’s

10,000

250ʼs

Maple or Classic Oven Roast Ham

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Raisin Bread

Black Forest Cake

Waldorf Bread

Kaiser Buns

for

Turtle Cheesecake

Cream Puffs .............. Triple Layer

2for$5

Oroweat

Brown Rice Milk or Almond Fresh Beverage

Tribal Java

Organic Whole Bean Coffee

Win 1 of 11 Bunn Coffee Makers

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Raw Sugar Cubes or Coffee Sugar

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454gr

100

for

Mrs. Cubbison’s

Organic Pumpkin or Pumpkin Pie Mix

Cube Stuffing or Dressing

397gr

284-340gr

2 $4 Tru Whip

Quality Foods is proud to introduce over 100 new

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Mrs. Cubbison’s

100% Natural NEW! Whole Grain Whip Topping Croutons

772ml

Now available at all Quality Foods Stores!

2 $5

for

99 1

PER gr

Farmer’s Market

for

142gr

99 2 Quality Fresh

Quality Fresh

Family Favourites Mix

Country, Cranberry Cocktail, Harvest, Trail or Manhattan 225-250gr

2 $5 for

points Q 5000

1.89lt

See store for details

2500

Original or Whole Wheat, 10ʼs

1999 599 2 $ 699 for

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Casa Mendosa 7” Tortillas

6’s

1/4 Slab Dessert Squares ...........

Sourdough Bread

bonus

680gr

Muffins

Pumpkin Cream Pie................................................. Original Cakerie

Bread

Oroweat

Ryza or Earth’s Own

454gr

for

To Die For Chocolate Cake........ 8 Inch

Bakery Fresh

6 99

Bonus Q-Points

Bakery Fresh

Cinnamon Buns

Bakery Fresh

2$ for

Bakery Fresh

Slivered Almonds

Bakery Fresh

Double Layer

Blanched

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99 1 Each

Dempsterʼs Sesame Bagels 6ʼs

5000 Silver Hills Sprouted Whole Grains Bread

20 Grain Train, 600gr

3500 Natureʼs Path Organic Cereal 300-400gr

3000 Wholesome Sweeteners Fair Trade Raw Cane Sugar 681gr

5000 Amyʼs Organic Refried Beans 398ml

3000 Veloutine Instant Sauce or Gravy Thickener 250gr

5000 Pedigree Dog Food 7.2kg

10,000 Purina Luv Cat Treats 60-85gr

2000

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Happy Thanksgiving ... from our Family to yours

B.C. Grown

Fresh Brussel Sprouts

69 1.52 per kg

2 lb Bag

California “King Label”

Premium Yams 1.52 per kg

Per lb

Baby Cut Carrots

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Thompson Green Seedless Grapes 4.12 per kg

Floral

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Fall Spray Mums

Harvest Moon Bouquet

7 5

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Nanoose Bay artists also host art tour At the opposite end of the central Island, artists in Nanoose Bay are also hosting a self-guided studio tour Thanksgiving weekend. The third-annual event on Oct. 8-10, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., features diversity of mediums and styles among the 18 participating artists. Three pottery studios include the work of Al Knut of Pottery Plus, Linda Phillips and Betty Assaf. The potters offer a selection of stoneware, porcelain, and raku. Lee River Wood Turning is where Ron Zaborniak turns local wood into bowls and vases. The photography of Craig Carmichael of Island ◆ NANOOSE BAY Exposures STUDIO TOUR Gallery and features 18 Dorothy artists on selfMorrison is guided tour Oct. a feast for 8-10, 10 a.m. to the eyes. 4 p.m. Leanne Helin crafts original Tsimshian Native Jewellery. Her studio is located near BuckinghamStencils on Morello Road. This is where original stencils are created. You will also find lasered wood art, quilt kits and stenciled bags in the studio. If you are curious about how metal is hand forged into art pieces, visit Dave Kasprick at the Red Cod Forge. Kasprick recycles steel to create abstract and freeform sculptures. Trish Widdershoven “recycles the beach” into driftwood framed mirrors, picture frames, boxes and wall art. In her studio you will also find the fibre art of Gail Steinberg. Besides oils, acrylics and watercolours in the two-dimensional category, the Nanoose Bay artists work in encaustics, drypoints and graphite. Included in this group are the studios of Madeleine Neill-St. Clair, Peter Kiidumae, Pauline Nadeau Evans, Janice Booth, Nancy Day, Deanna Corrigan and Lyndia Terre. Nanoose Edibles certified organic farm on Stewart Road is an unofficial stop on the tour. Locally made cheeses, fish products and salad dressings are available, in addition to fresh produce. A brochure with a map of the open studios is available at the Nanaimo visitor centre or can be downloaded from www.nanoose baystudiotour.com.

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Isle of the Arts opens its doors Annual Thanksgiving weekend studio tour celebrates 15th year It’s the weekend where art enthusiasts jump in their cars and make like Mario Andretti – without the hurry. The 15th annual Gabriola Thanksgiving Studio Tour is set for Oct. 8-10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. all three days. Gabriola is home to some of the most innovative, vibrant and creative artists in B.C. On Thanksgiving weekend, 58 artists participate in the annual studio tour, which people create themselves with the help of an island map listing which studios and galleries to find the artists. Clusters of cars travel the island’s winding roads from Folklife Village and Gabriola Artworks near the ferry terminal to Silva Bay on the opposite end. The annual tour is often described as a mini-road rally due to the number of vehicles and visitors who cross the Nanaimo Harbour. Download the 2011 brochure with artist, studio, gallery listings and map at www.gabriola artscouncil.org. ABOVE: Dianna Bonder puts the finishing touches on her paintings. LEFT: Tammy Hudgeon displays one of the colourful glass pieces created in her Gabriola studio. PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED

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Alan Watt, left, Erik Tully and Jenny Harrison rehearse for 1949. The Yellow Point Drama Group kicks off the production on Thursday (Oct. 6).

Family faces confederation in Yellow Point Drama play How a country losing its independence affects a family is explored during Yellow Point Drama Group’s upcoming play. The community theatre company presents 1949, by awardwinning Canadian playwright David French, at Cedar community hall Oct. 6-22. The Mercer family is divided by the prospect of Newfoundland joining Confederation, while struggling through their own personal issues with

humour, poignancy and passion. 1949 is part of a cycle of plays which follow the Mercer family from Newfoundland and their subsequent move to Toronto. The play runs Oct. 6-8, 14-15 and 21-22 at 8 p.m. Tickets $15; $10/youth. Dinner theatre set for Oct. 15, with doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets $30. Please call 250-722-3067 or visit www.yellowpointdramagroup. org.

Nelly Kazenbroot seems to have the alchemist’s touch. Like the fabled men who claimed to turn lead into gold, Kazenb r o o t ’s p a i n t i n g s combine what seem like incompatible elements. The lightness of air, the colour of the earth and the forms of living creatures are brought together to create something new. The results are strengthened by the combination of opposites: two-dimensional backgrounds compliment three-dimensional foregrounds, realistic imagery enriches the fantastic and historical art references imbue contemporary subject matter with richness and depth. Kazenbroot’s artwork is inspired by a lifelong love of historic art and a fascination with modern surreal creations. She grew up on the outskirts of Toronto and in Qualicum Beach, and became a multi-disciplinary artist while attending Malaspina College and the University of

Victoria. Her awardwinning poetry has been published in literary magazines across Canada. Running simultaneously is Denise MacNeill’s show. MacNeill paints in acrylics and is primarily a selftaught painter with a background in fine arts, commercial art, weaving and crafts. Known for her portraits of arbutus trees and now captivated by firs, she is influenced by the hours spent walking through her favourite Nanaimo parks. The shows are on display at the downtown Nanaimo Art Gallery until Oct. 10. For more information, please call 250754-1750 or visit www. nanaimoar tg allery. com.

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Aries

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, reﬂect on happy times and then try to recreate that feeling when you are experiencing moments of stress this week. This might offer some welcome relief.

Taurus

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, a conﬂict of interest leads you on a wild goose chase to ﬁnd something that everyone will agree upon. Opinions are strong, don’t expect this to be easy.

Gemini

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, success takes lots of hard work and you need to recognize you can’t please everyone. But it is a good goal to work toward for the next few days.

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Virgo

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Rethink your plan of attack, Cancer. While the idea has merit, there are some big gaps between ideas that can lead to too much confusion. Go back to the drawing board LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, step back from a difﬁcult situation and you will get a better idea of the bigger picture. Things are not as important as you once believed. Time for fun arrives on Thursday. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, shopping strictly for the best bargain might not be the best approach. The deal actually could be too good to be true. Factor in all the information.

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Libra

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Sometimes you don’t think before you speak, Libra. Avoid blurting out the ﬁrst thing that comes to mind. Friends and family may forgive you, but coworkers might not.

Scorpio

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Big plans are in the works that will require your supreme organizational skills, Scorpio. Others actually look to you to plan all of their events because of your talents.

Sagittarius

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, baiting someone into an argument seems to be your modus operandi this week. This is certainly no way to win favors with anyone. Think this tactic through.

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Aquarius

Pisces

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, save some time for romance and relaxation. A special someone could be feeling neglected lately and will need some quiet time with you. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Accept help graciously, Aquarius. Such help is not always easily offered. There will be a few hectic moments this week, but otherwise the next few days will be calm. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, a remarkable insight comes to you and you cannot contain your elation over it. Spread the word ... fast!

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THEATRE DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER by Nanaimo Theatre Group at Bailey Studio Oct. 6-22, 8 p.m.; Oct. 9, 16 at 2 p.m. Tickets $16-18. Call 250-758-7224.

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1949 at Cedar community hall by Yellow Point drama group runs Oct. 6-8; 14-15, 21-22 at 8 p.m. Tickets $15; $10/youth.

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raffles, door prizes Oct. 22, 1-4 p.m., at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 256. Tickets $25 at Religious Articles Booth. Call 250-753-5769.

WORDSTORM poetry and prose open mike competition with Halloween theme at Diners Rendezvous Oct. 24. Doors 6:30 p.m. Admission $5. cindyshantz@shaw.ca to reserve.

MUSIC DOUG THRING and Marty Howe perform at Acme Food Co. Friday (Oct. 7).

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HELP WANTED P/T EXTERIOR CLEANER Marquise Group is looking for a P/T Exterior Cleaner for the Nanaimo area. Must be able to work 7AM to 3PM & flexible avail req. Janitorial exp. required. Duties include pressure - washing, parking lot cleaning, sweeping, etc. Must have valid Class 5 and clean Driver’s Abstract. Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check. Please e-mail resumes to: 934.marquise@ hiredesk.net or fax: 604.214.8526 SERVICE ADVISOR. We have an immediate opening for the position of Service Advisor. Applicant should be mechanically inclined, computer literate and familiar with all types of automotive vehicle repairs. Apply in person or writing to: Browns Chrysler Ltd., 10447-104 Ave., Westlock, AB, T7P 2E4. Phone 1-780349-5566. Fax 1-780-3496493. Email: service@brownschrysler.com Attention: Dale Marshall. 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.

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LABOURERS JOIN NEWALTA Track Hoe Operators #11-0154 Newalta is looking for experienced track hoe operators throughout Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan. Driver’s license, four wheel drive vehicle, H2S and first aid required. Any additional tickets needed will be supplied. Oilfield background or remote location experience is an asset. Schedule is 21 days on and 7 days off. Newalta has much to offer including competitive wages, growth opportunities and benefits such as meal allowances and supplied accommodations while on shift. Email/fax your resume: to westerncareers@newalta.com or fax (403) 806-7076.

MEDICAL/DENTAL MEDICAL OFFICE Assistant. Busy medical ofﬁce requires front desk person with strong interpersonal skills. Accuracy is essential. Candidate must be able to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Resume can be dropped off at 2011808 Bowen Road, Nanaimo. Tel: 250-754-4192.

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PERSONAL SERVICES ART/MUSIC/DANCING Pallan Group is seeking a controller for their Campbell River office. This position will be responsible for the financial accounting of a group of companies that specialize in forestry, lumber manufacturing, real estate development and marine transportation. This role will direct and support 6 administration staff, and will liaise with internal and external auditors. The controller will also support the management team with strategic and operational expertise, monthly planning, and budgeting. A professional accounting designation with a minimum of 5 years’ experience is required to qualify for this position. Experience doing business with offshore markets, with IT processes and systems functionality is also desired. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the above mentioned industries. For those that fit the requirements and are interested in the position, please email your resumes to: denisec@pal langroup.com or fax to 250-286-3868. We appreciate all those who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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Therapy Dog Program Volunteer Unit Facilitator Needed St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program is seeking a Unit Facilitator for its group in Nanaimo and surrounding communities. Do you love dogs and love people? Are you organized, altruistic and available for a few hours a week? Responsibilities include telephone work, visits with new volunteers, conducting orientation sessions and regular contact with facilities and volunteers. Please contact Regional Therapy Dog Coordinator at 2250 Labieux Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6J9 or email: Nanaimo@bc.sja.ca by October 7, 2011.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CLEANING SERVICES GURDY`S HOUSECLEANING will clean your home to a shine! ($22hrly incl supplies+vacuum). Please call me at 250-758-1675.

MR. SPARKLE CLEANING SERVICES “Since 1992” Roof Demossing, Vinyl Siding, Gutter & Window Cleaning www.mrsparkle.net Call Jonathan 250-714-6739

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

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BLUE OX Home Services. Expert Handyman & Renovation Services: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, tiling, painting, lawn & garden. Refs avail. Insured. 250-713-4409. BRYAN GRIFFIN CONSTRUCTION experienced in new home construction, home renos, doors & windows , vinyl siding & sofﬁts and more. Free estimates. 250-390-2601.

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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.

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

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OLD FASHIONED HANDYMAN Drywall, tile, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting. Quality work. No HST. Reasonable prices. 250-616-9095.

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KENWOOD RADIATOR electric oil filled $50 (purchase price was $101) 585-7509 LARGE HERITAGE dresser, 54” round mirror, 3 drawers & side shelf, $99. (250)753-4490 STURDY WALKER: Excellent cond.with detachable basket. $95.00 741-1096. TROUT FISHING Hooks: World’s finest sz 2 long fly or bait box 100 $2.50 ea. 2507290875

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.

BUILDING SALE... Final clearance. “Rock bottom prices”. 25x40x12 $7350. 30x60x15 $12,700. 35x70x16 $15,990. 40x80x16 $20,990. 47x100x18 $25,800. 60x140 x20 $50,600. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. CAN’T GET up your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help! No obligation consultation. Comprehensive warranty. Can be installed in less than 1 hour. Call now 1-866-981-6591. CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad & get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-599.

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ROB’S YARD Work. Reliable, honest. No job too small. Lawn maintenance, hedging, power washing, gutters, haul away. Insured. Free estimates. (250)729-5411

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

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FRIDGE, apartment size. $99. (250)753-1075

QUALITY YARD CARE Clean-up, lawn & garden maintenance, hedge trimming. Free Estimates. Licenced. (250)616-4286, (250)751-1517

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

100-AUTO REPAIR Books, Childen & Haynes, 1960’s to 1990’s. Great collection. Some specialty editions. $99. (250)754-0104

DO-IT-YOURSELF Steel buildings priced to clear Make an offer! Ask about free delivery, most areas! Call for quick quote and free brochure. 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170. GAS FIREPLACE, free standing, Model EG28, like new, built-in fan, thermostat controlled, $1200 obo. Hunter Fireplace, thermostat controlled, good for bsmt or garage, $500 obo. 250-758-8204. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

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

SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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

A PHONE Disconnected? We can help. Best rates. Speedy connections. Great long distance. Everyone approved. Call today, 1-877-852-1122. Protel Reconnect.

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ACREAGE 82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available. www.bchomesforsale.com/ view/lonebutte/ann/

FOR SALE BY OWNER BANK DEPOSITS 1%. Real Estate 5% plus. Invest in new downtown waterfront concrete 2 bdrm, 2 ba condo. $319,000. Financing avail.(250)753-3366

Must see! Updated 2 bdrm Apartment. Near Country Club Mall. Oct. 1or Nov. 1. Quiet bldg, intercom entry, on-site manager. Free H/W, From $815.

Call 250-758-1246. OLD CITY Charm, unmatched, beautiful building. Fabulous style. Clean & quiet 2bdrm condo. 5 appli’s and ﬁreplace. N/S, N/P. $850. (250)754-2207.

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JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER new construction, reno’s, 25 yrs. Reliable. (250)616-0990.

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HOUSES FOR SALE

THREE DRAWER dresser 37”wide 34”high 18”deep. Call 250-924-4146.

FILING CABINET, 4-drawer, metal, locking legal size, 52x18x26. Exc. cond. $99obo. (250)755-1160

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2-DOUBLE GLAZED windows 4”x6.5” Must pick up! 1 (250)244-6310

HOME RENOVATIONS: Carpentry, kitchens & baths; plumbing, ceramic tile. Free Estimates (250)756-2096.

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

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

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

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

SAVE YOUR back! Yard clean-up, shrub removal, planting, fencing & more, reasonable rates. (250) 585-7667.

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

FOR SALE BY OWNER DOUBLEWIDE Mobile Home in beautiful Petroglyph Park. Home has 2 bedrms/2 baths + den. Newly renovated inside and out, private, treed setting. Asking $132,900. Call 250-591-4198 evenings.

TOFT’S MASONRY 35 years exp. Specializing in all types of stone, brick work, ﬁreplaces Sven 250-585-3097, 619-0203

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ANTIQUES/VINTAGE LARGE EXQUISITELY carved wooden Coo-Coo clock from Moscow Russia. Perfect for large wall $300. 250-390-2254

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

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

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AGILE HOME REPAIR & Improvement. Fully insured, interior/exterior repairs and upgrades. Ian 250-714-8800.

PETER’S MASONRY: 40yrs experience specializing in all types of stonework, brickwork, ﬁreplaces & more. Call Peter (250)756-8569 or 250-4682706 for your free estimate.

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THIS HOME HAS IT ALL! This 16 year old custom built 3600 sqft, 3 storey home features 4 bdrms, 4 baths, fabulous kitchen, roomy living room, natural gas fireplace, master bdrm with 4 pce ensuite. Great rec room (31x14) in finished basement. Completely finished 40x57 deluxe shop with separate bath. Property is 2.26 gorgeous, well kept acres. Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this “one of a kind” property. Asking $629,000 RE/MAX Mid Island Realty Port Alberni, B.C. John Stilinovic 250-724-4725 Toll Free 1-877-723-5660

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

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

TERMINAL PARK area, lrg, 1bdrm, ocean view, near all amenities. Heat & hot water incl. N/S, N/P. Avail Oct. 1st $650/$675 month 754-2484. TOWNSITE- ADULT bldg, 2 bdrms, 2 balconies, clean & fresh. NS/NP. Available Now. $795. (250)758-4871

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES CEDAR BY The Sea, lrg 2 bdrm duplex, ocean view, F/P, W/D, covered prkg, private yard, N/S, N/P, $850 mo, avail Oct. 1, 250-722-0044. DEPARTURE BAY, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, 3 level w/ garage, F/S, W/D, new ﬂooring & paint, N/P. Avail Oct. 1. $1100. 250758-0308 or 250-755-6784. HOSPITAL AREA$900+ utils, newly reno’d 2 bdrm duplex, D/W, W/D, microwave, covered parking, storage. NS/NP, Refs. (250)755-5121. NANAIMO- 3 bdrm duplex, nice, clean, new carpet, low maintenance yrd. Available Now. $950+ utils. NS/NP. (250)797-2411.

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO BOWEN TERRACE- 1 bdrm, heat incld, sm pet ok. $675. Leave msg (250)245-8869. DOWNTOWN AREA. Delightful ocean front condo in Promenade complex, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, close to all amens, N/P, N/S, ref’s. Avail immed, $1200 mo. Call Island West Realty 250-753-8111.

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

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

SHARED ACCOMMODATION (HOSPITAL AREA) room for rent w/walk-in closet in downstairs in quiet family home. All utils incld, shared bath & kitchen w/another renter, laundry, wiﬁ, cable, prkg, priv ent, cat ok. No partiers. Available now. $450. (250)751-8681 for more info or to view. S. NANAIMO. 2 rooms, one furnished $450., one partial furnished $400. inclds utils, cable, internet. Suits mature person, optional lower rent for house & yard help. Mandatory SOBER LIVING house. Avail now. Call 250-740-0167.

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HOMES FOR RENT 2BDRM, FULLY fenced yard. N/S, N/P. 64 Rainer St. $850/mo +DD. References required. 1 (250)753-2174

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

COUNTRY CLUB, Loft, Heritage House, Long Lake/mall 2 blks, brand new, 700 sq ft, 1 sm bdrm ﬁts queen bed, sunken tub/stone tile, breakfast bar, all utils incl, $975 mo, call 250-668-2291. HAMMOND BAY newer 3Bdrm + ofﬁce, 2bath, bright, hardwood & tile throughout, 2 car garage, brand new appliances, mins from beach, on bus route, large living area, vaulted ceilings, avail now. $1500. NS/NP. (250)667-4330 HAREWOOD: 3BDRM upper, $1,100/mo +DD, 1/2 Hydro/heat. Pets negotiable. (250)591-0151 OLD CITY QUARTER: Lge 2 B/R No Smokers, N/P, $850/m Util incl. (250)753-3337

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DIESEL ENGINES & Cylinder Heads. Ford 6.0 and 7.3, GM 6.6 and Cummins 5.9. Remanufactured With Warranty. Will Deliver. 713-947-0833 www.EngineServiceInc.net

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BRECHIN BRIGHT, 1bdrm walkout. Recently reno’d, priv. entry. Near bus, shops, ferries. N/P. Only $600.(250)618-8842

NANAIMO, NORTH- 1 bdrm, priv entrance & patio. NS/NP. $775 inclds utils & W/D. Refs req’d. (250)751-2068. N. NANAIMO: 1bdrm, $750$800, utils incl, shrd laundry, ref’s. avail now. (250)758-8386 N. NANAIMO 1bdrm, beautiful bsmnt suite. N/S, N/P. Private entry, prkng, utils incl. No lndry. $700/M + DD. Avail Oct. 1st. Ref. req. (250)758-4963 N. NANAIMO: 2 bdrm. Close to Woodgrove Mall. N/S, N/P. Ref. req. $900, utils/cable/hydro incl. 390-4692 N. NANAIMO- furn’d lower suite, cable, laundry. NS/NP. Sep entrance. $750. Call 250390-9113 or 250-246-8115. N. NANAIMO (Norasea Rd) 1 bdrm, separate entrance, close to amenities, $750 utils incld. NS/NP. Available Oct 1. 250-585-3507.

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WANT A Vehicle but stressed about your credit? Christmas in October, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-593-6095.

CARS TOP DOLLAR Paid! Want To Buy Junk Cars & Trucks for cash. 1-250-954-7843.

SPORTS & IMPORTS 2007 BMW 530 Xi, Moon roof, Bose Premium CD/DVD entertainment package, Xenon headlight package, heated front and rear seats, climate control, 17” alloy wheels with all seasons, all power options plus extended warranty 2012 or 120km. Certiﬁed and e Tested, immaculate condition and ready to go! $16000 Contact: best66bow@gmail.com

2012 FORD Mustang Club of America Special Edition. 6 cylinder, 305 HP. Grabber Blue, 600 km, satellite radio. Showroom condition. Lottery winner, $25,000. Call 250-956-2977.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL SCRAP BATTERIES Wanted! We BUY Scrap Batteries from Cars, Trucks etc. $4.00/ea. & up! Free pick-up Island Wide. Min. 10 (1)604.866.9004 Ask for Brad

TRUCKS & VANS CASH BUYER of junk cars and trucks. Over the phone price quotes. 1-250-954-7843.

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HAMMOND BAY- 1 bdrm sxs duplex, private, clean, F/S, W/D, quiet area. NS,NP. Avail immed. $595. 250-758-4871. HAREWOOD 3BDRM +den, 1.5baths, $1000 +60% hydro. Near schools, shopping, bus. F/S, Washer. (250)753-6273

CINNABAR- 2 BDRM, private entry, hydro, W/D incld. N/S, no partiers. $950. Avail now. 250-741-1049, 250-667-0886.

SNOW TIRES (4) P21565R16, good tread, on GMC rims. $375.00. 1 (250)754-2042

NANAIMO1 bdrm suite, newly reno’d, partly furnished close to VIU & downtown. $600 inclds hydro & cable. (250)618-7110.

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

DEPARTURE BAY: 1b/r suite, private entry, priv. patio $750 utilities incl. 250-751-2405

CEDAR, PRIVATE, cozy 3 bdrm, cape cod, half acre, large deck, W/D, F/P, small dog ok, avail Oct. 1, $1200 mo, call 250-751-5215.

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

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

1 BDRM + den, full bath, priv ent/patio + W/D, newer home, Diver Lake, N/S, N/P, quiet, $850 mo incls utils & internet. Avail Nov. 1. 250-585-5270.

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

ROOMS FOR RENT

S. NANAIMO, 2 bdrm level entry duplex, bright, spacious, renovated, priv deck/yard, beautiful garden, insuite lndry, N/S, Oct. 15 or Nov. 1, $875 + utils. Call 250-713-0128.

3 BDRM Rancher, 2 full bath, W/D, F/S, close to schools /bus/shopping, Country Club. $1100 + utils, Oct. 1st, 250751-0041, 250-668-2772.

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

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The Nanaimo Clippers quickly went from a winless team to one that has points in three of its first four games. The city’s B.C. Hockey League team suffered a 4-3 double-overtime loss to the Cowichan Valley Capitals on Friday at Frank Crane Arena, but hung on for an 8-6 win over the Victoria Grizzlies the next night on the road. The Clippers got a good start in their home opener Friday, as Brayden Jaw and then Brett Hartskamp scored in the first half of the first period to give the team a 2-0 lead. But the Capitals got one back soon after, then tied the game in the last 10 seconds of the frame after a giveaway. “It’s a bit of a momentum-swinging play when you get scored on that late in the period,” said Mike Vandekamp, Clippers coach. After an uneventful second period, the Caps scored early in the second period on the power play but the Clips put the pressure on and eventually scored the tying goal with three and a half minutes in

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Nanaimo Clippers forward Kyle Kramer, middle, crashes the crease during the third period of Friday’s B.C. Hockey League game against the Cowichan Valley Capitals at Frank Crane Arena. The Caps won 4-3 in overtime.

regulation when Jaw bounced one in from a bad angle. In double OT the Caps buzzed around the Clipper crease and eventually scored. “It was unfortunate that we lost the point, but all in all it was a decent g ame,” Vandekamp said. The Clippers outshot the Capitals 30-29 in that one, with Billy Faust suffering the loss in goal. The next game, said the coach, was the team’s best of the sea-

son, for two periods at least. Nanaimo scored twice in the first period and four times in the second to take a 6-1 lead into the third period. Things got a bit ugly from there, though, as the Grizz got goals on some odd bounces. “It led to momentum swinging in their favour,” said Vandekamp. “It was a good night, it was too bad that we were unable to finish it off a little bit more smoothly than we did.” Still, they ear ned

their first win of the season and the first win of Vandekamp’s tenure as coach. Kyle Kramer and Josh Bryan both had two-goal games and other markers came from Tanner Clarkson, Hartskamp, Brendan Taylor and Andrew Gladiuk. Chris Eiserman was the winning goalie in his first start for the Clippers as his team outshot the opposition 36-30. The next action for Nanaimo is tonight (Oct. 4) as the team vis-

its the Alberni Valley Bulldogs. Vandekamp wants to see his team try to work on consistency, he said. “Obviously you’ re always shooting to play a complete 60 minutes and we haven’t done that yet this year so that’s what we’re trying to do is inch our way closer to that.” ICE CHIPS … Next home action for Nanaimo is Friday (Oct. 7) when the Grizzlies visit Frank Crane Arena for a 7 p.m. start. sports@nanaimobulletin.com

Fans at Caledonia Park on Saturday got to see junior football’s highest-scoring team of all time earn another big win. The V.I. Raiders handled the Langley Rams 56-19, setting a single-season scoring record and setting up the Nanaimo team for its regular-season finale Sunday (Oct. 9) in Kelowna. The Raiders, already eyeing that game against the Okanagan Sun, were glad they got challenged this past weekend by the Rams. “We couldn’t have asked for a better test going into next week, playing against a big, physical team like Langley, that was awesome,” said Matthew “Snoop” Blokker, Raiders coach. “I think it brought our game to another level, especially in the second half.” In the first half, the Rams stuck with the Raiders, even holding a 10-7 lead briefly in the second quarter. “They certainly woke us up with that,” said Jordan Yantz, Raiders quarterback. “We had to make some adjustments at halftime and we came out in the second half, we went back to the roots and started playing Raider football.” Up 21-13 at recess, Nanaimo scored three third-quar ter touchdowns to break the game open, also benefiting from three Langley turnovers. Another Raiders TD in the first minute of the fourth quarter removed all doubt. ◆ See ‘TURNOVERS’ /33

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ards Bennett Pioneer Park. The red team trailed 6-3 in the fourth quarter, but tied it on Todd Hansenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second field goal of the game. A huge interception by Adrian Keller stalled the Spartansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; next drive and then, with just over a minute and a half

remaining, Jaxxen Wylie picked his way through all 12 Spartans on the field to score a punt-return touchdown. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At least our specials are looking goodâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;? said Sean Roden, the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coach, after the game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We got away with one. If you

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Raiders quarterback Jordan Yantz now holds another one of junior football’s most coveted records. Yantz threw for his 82nd career touchdown pass Saturday in a 56-19 win over the Langley Rams, breaking the old Canadian Junior Football League record of 81 that had stood for more than 25 years. The historic TD came early in the second quarter on a 32-yard pass to Dustin Pedersen in the endzone. Yantz said a few different receivers wanted to be the guy to catch the record-setting TD. “It’s something we’ve been talking about all week,” he said. “It’s obviously awesome, so I was pretty excited about it.”

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Vancouver Island University’s soccer teams were challenged on a road trip to the Interior. The men were able to score a pair of wins, but the women lost both games. VIU faced Thompson Rivers University on Saturday in Kamloops, then visited the UBC-Okanagan Heat the next day in Kelowna. The men won by scores of 1-0, 1-0, while the women

◆ Oct. 5 - High school football, junior varsity. Kocher Classic. Barsby Bulldogs vs. Nanaimo District Islanders. Canem Field, John Barsby Community Secondary School, 3 p.m. ◆ Oct. 7 - B.C. High School Football. Barsby Bulldogs vs. Ballenas Whalers. Canem Field, John Barsby Community Secondary School, 1:45 p.m.

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lost 3-1, 3-1. Wo m e n’s c o a c h Anup Kang said in a press release his team was hurt by injuries. “The players worked so hard and deserved better,” he said. “We’ve had a lot of injuries since the start of the season but once we have a full lineup we’ll be fine.” Mariah Robinson and Emma Johansson scored goals on the weekend.

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Hornets hold on University of Victoria Jutes player Tyler Sangha, front, is wrenched to the ground by Nanaimo Hornets opponent Kiko Halaliku during a B.C. Rugby Union Island First Division match Saturday at Nanaimo’s Pioneer Park. The Hornets defeated the Jutes 55-17 for their first win of the fall season.

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