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Hydro meter debate smarts

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BC Hydro says it’s playing catch-up on misinformation; residents fear the smart meters Are BC Hydro smart meters the biggest uncontrolled biological human experiment of all time, or are they just a sensible way to save energy and bring the provincial grid into the modern world? That’s a question Qualicum Beach councillors are grappling with after hearing two conflicting presentations on the issue this week. Speaking as a delegation at Monday night’s regular monthly council meeting, Joanne Sales urged council to request a moratorium on the installation of the meters until safety, privacy and economic concerns are resolved.

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Affordable in Oceanside House prices and rents often push those who can least afford them into the outskirts of a larger community. Yet, upon finding themselves in more affordable, rural areas, some residents then have to tackle the issue of getting to work on time — an issue that becomes especially important when they

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don’t have a vehicle. “The schedules don’t seem to take into account that people from Parksville may wish to use public transit to get to and from a worksite in Nanaimo,” said Dawn Barry, adding the only group that seems to be acknowledged is students at Vancouver Island University (VIU).

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Gens after a new logo There have been plenty of changes with the Oceanside Generals Junior B hockey club. They started at the end of last season, as Dave Johnston left the bench to become team general manager. He was replaced by longtme assistant Jason Dubyna — who runs the Gens’ summer tryout camp this weekend. THE NEWS offers readers a quick preview of the team as it enters its 20th year on Junior B hockey on Vancouver Island — and a call out for potential logo designers.

Lama Tsundu of the Kathok Meditation Centre in Coombs uses traditional tools and coloured sand to begin work on a new mandala. The creation — and destruction — of the mandala is on display this weekend at the Coombs Village Centre. See page A20 for more. STEVEN HEYWOOD PHOTO

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Residents seek ban on smart meters

BC Hydro is proposing the use of electricity meters that can be read remotely. These socalled smart meters have those fearful of energy waves, making waves.

ing. As well, he stressed there is no way Hydro can tell what devices are being used when. “We don’t have access,” he said. “The meters will give us no more information than we have now. All we are looking at is overall consumption and no personal data is being transmitted, just electrical consumption from the address to the collector.” In response to the submissions, Mayor Teunis Westbroek suggested it might be a good idea to have an independent body monitor the situation once it is in place in order to allay concerns and said he will suggest such a course of action at the UBCM. “We want to figure out what is fact and what is conjecture,” he said. news@pqbnews.com

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Are BC Hydro smart meters the biggest uncontrolled biological human experiment of all time, or are they just a sensible way to save energy and bring the provincial grid into the modern world? That’s a question Qualicum Beach councillors are grappling with after hearing two conflicting presentations on the issue this week. Speaking as a delegation at Monday night’s regular monthly council meeting, Joanne Sales urged council to request a moratorium on the installation of the meters until safety, privacy and economic concerns are resolved. Those concerns, she said, include fears of health impacts from radiation emitted from the wireless devices, noting that microwave radiation had been recently classified as a 2b carcinogen by the World Health Organization (WHO). “People are being exposed to ... high doses of microwave radiation within their homes from their own meters and from their neighbours’ meters, which are signaling to distant receivers,” Sales said. “Many people are reporting health effects soon after the meter is placed on their homes.” Sales also expressed concern about privacy concerns, wondering if the digital signals being sent from the meters could be hacked — giving thieves information about when they tend to be home and when they’re away. She also argued that the meters do not conserve energy, calling claims that they do a false premise. Sales stressed that the Municipal Act requires

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Marcus and Benita Schluschen and Joanne Sales were at Monday night’s council meeting to oppose smart meter project. municipalities to take action upon learning about something that could be harmful to its residents. Sales was joined at the podium by resident Marcus Schluschen, who said his wife, Benita, is extremely sensitive to wireless emissions, including radiation from cell towers, cell phones, cordless phones and wi-fi. He said while they have no wireless devices in their home, they are inundated by what he called electronic smog from other

quarters. “Her electronic hypersensitivity has a devastating impact on our lives,” he said. “The proposed mesh network of wireless smart meters by BC Hydro will compound her difficulties considerably.” Commenting on the issue, Coun. Barry Avis noted the issue of smart meters is high on the agenda for the upcoming Union of B.C. Municipalities meeting next month and council will be voting on a resolution at that time.

The other side of the story was presented Wednesday, when Hydro community relations manager Ted Olynyk spoke at the regular council open house meeting. “There’s a lot of misinformation out there,” Olynyk said. “We need to clarify it because, for whatever reason, unnecessary fear is being promoted and we are trying to play catchup and deal with scientific fact.” One of the key fallacies, he said, involves the type of emissions coming from the devices. “This is a wi-fi network,” he said. “The device will send out a signal four to six times a day for less than a minute in total. In a 20-year period, if you stood right by the meter every time, that would equal just one 30-minute cell phone conversation.” As well, he said privacy concerns were off base. He said the encryption used in the meters is similar to that used with online bank-

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Manage the flow PARKSVILLE — MLA Ron Cantelon said the so-called smart meters program is all about being able to better manage the province’s electrical resources. “It’s about being able to manage the flow.” Currently, he said, meters have an analog system which allows managers to see what the overall demand is, but that’s about it. “They can see what power demand is but they can’t isolate it by community,” he said. “This more effectively manages power delivery.” He noted individuals will also be able to monitor their power use as well. — Neil Horner

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QUALICUM BEACH — He may not be throwing his hat into the municipal election ring in November, but don’t expect Qualicum Beach Councillor Jack Wilson to fade away quietly. Wilson announced Monday night he does not plan to run again. “Nine years is eenough,” he said. “I d do not intend to run ffor a fourth term.” In an interview earllier, Wilson expressed ffrustration about the w way his third term h has played out to date. “I’ve become a b believer in term llimits,” Wilson said. ““I find myself voting a against the majority o of council about half tthe time, which is v very frustrating.” Now that the decission is made, Wilson ssaid he feels a sense o of liberation. “Now I can tell p people what I rea ally think,” he said. “I d don’t intend to go quieetly into the night.” THE NEWS on Tuesday, August 16 will d p print a rundown of llocal politicians who will be running (or w n not) for office in the next B.C. municipal n eelection in November. — Neil Horner

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Mid-Island region sees a spike in traffic tickets Sharp hike in traffic violations a result of increased policing; other crime numbers down in the Oceanside coverage area By NEIL HORNER NEWS REPORTER National statistics that show the crime rate dipping across the nation are being

mirrored in Qualicum Beach. In a recent report to council, Oceanside RCMP Staff Sergeant Brian Hunter detailed how criminal behav-

iors have dropped almost right across the board. The figures show assaults down from this time in 2010, with 16 so far this

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five — both years a significant drop from 2009’s 31. Similarly, break and enters to residences also dropped, from nine incidents in 2010 to six

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FEATURE Third in a series on affordable housing

Living in rural areas presents travel troubles By LISSA ALEXANDER NEWS REPORTER

With people unable to count on public transit for work purposes in the Oceanside area, most people are forced to drive their vehicles, cancelling out the benefits of finding affordable housing in the rural areas. Area H residents that work outside the home, 83 per cent commute outside of the area. The report also stated the number of Area H individuals working in construction trades is more than double the provincial average, and those working in the service industry were also high. In general it is harder to attract workers in these industries to transit due to irregular shift times, the report concluded. Also, Area H is considered a low-density community, with 12.5 persons per square kilometre — compared with 881.8 persons per square km for the City of Nanaimo. As a general guideline a gross density of 1,000 residents per square km is considered a minimum to support local transit service with a 60-minutre service frequency. Area H director David Bar-

tram said he members from the community made a presentation to the RDN’s transit select committee asking them to consider Paratransit (normally a smaller minibus) one day a week, twice a day, for people to make the connection to Qualicum Beach. “Because of our population base, that would serve the immediate needs of those people that are most in need of transit,” he said. “Housing is affordable out here, so you make that connection so people can get into town. It doesn’t solve the problem of the worker going back and forth but right now we don’t have the population or the funds to be able to support that.” RDN staff is working on the transit recommendations. If approved at the local level, funding would then also have to be approved by BC Transit.

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quick scan of local newspapers and online housing sites will show most affordable housing in Oceanside is found in the rural areas. But even if affordable housing is found in Parksville or Qualicum Beach, how easy is it for people to commute to work without paying for a vehicle and insurance? Dawn Barry with the Parksville Residents Association (PRA) said transit within the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) is very unreliable. “The schedules don’t seem to take into account that people from Parksville may wish to use public transit to get to and from a worksite in Nanaimo,” she said, adding the only group that seems to be acknowledged is those travelling to and from Vancouver Island University (VIU). The PRA looked at public transportation as part of an overall transportation review and found some people were frustrated with the service, including Barry herself. She said it can take up to two hours to travel from Parksville to downtown Nanaimo, making public transport for work purposes impossible. Anne Turner has been taking transit in Parksville since 1997 and commuting to VIU since 2002. She said service has improved, but in the afternoon it’s another story trying to get back to Parksville. Beyond transit to Nanaimo, there is currently no transit service to Errington and Coombs, and nothing to the Qualicum Bay/Bowser/Deep Bay area. Recently, a study was done in Area H (Qualicum Bay/Bowser/ Deep Bay) by BC Transit and the RDN and it found seniors, youth and people with disabilities were the best potential markets. A 2006 census found of the

Daniel Pearce, Manager of Transit and Planning with the RDN said it is easier to get transit in areas with high density because it will be more cost efficient, but it really comes down to the needs of the community. Affordable housing is available in some areas of Nanoose Bay and transit currently operates regularly along Northwest Bay Road. Although Area E (Nanoose Bay) director George Holme has had requests from mostly retired people to expand the service to Fairwinds, Schooner Cove, as well as the Beachcomber and Madrona areas, he has not heard complaints from people in the work force trying to get to work. He has asked for a transit study but said it’s dependant upon money from BC Transit. Pearce added transit feasi-

bility studies are planned for Coombs and Errington in the next couple of years. Another option for people to get from rural areas to their place of work or to amenities is car pooling. Isabelle Boulard is a co-founder of Carpoolworld. com, a website that provides a free public on-line trip-matching service. Users can enter their starting point and destinations and a list of matches in the given area may come up. Although the site is far more popular in big cities, it does still work in small communities, Boulard said. “In small towns we often find that people know each other and will find their own peers to carpool with, (but) we still do have some small town residents using our service,” she said in an e-mail. Jack Bell Ride-Share is another online ride matching website that also offers public vanpooling. It is a charitable B.C. Society funded by TransLink and BC Transit. The site claims that anyone with a clean driving record can operate the organization’s vehicles and pay a monthly fee to drive themselves and others in the area to and from work. Although transit in the Oceanside area is not feasible for those travelling to work it seems to be improving for retired groups out of the workforce, looking to get into Qualicum Beach, Parksville and connecting to Nanaimo. Those who have found affordable housing in the rural areas may be struggling with the cost of getting to work, but carpooling may provide a viable option, whether it’s through an online site or with friends. Other commuting options could involve riding a bike to work, if feasible, or as an alternative to a car, purchasing a motorized scooter, which could save on gas and insurance. reporter@pqbnews.com

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By STEVEN HEYWOOD NEWS EDITOR Andy Meeker says the Canada goose in the fields of the Green Ridge Farm just outside Coombs has to be André. This particular goose spent its infancy with the rabbits in a shelter at the World Parrot Refuge, and survived an attack on the rabbits last month. It was later sent to Wild Arc — an SPCA program in Metchosin outside Victoria — where it could grow and be returned to the wild. André, as the goose came to be known in Coombs, was released at Florence Lake July 26. A few days later, Meeker said he — or a goose like him — turned up at the farm he caretakes. “He showed up here about a week ago,” said Meeker. “It’s just gotta be that goose.”

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Who we are: Is this André — or a reasonable facsimile? The goose shows little fear of humans, Meeker said, and often follows him around the farm. “Wild geese just aren’t going to do this,” he said. While Meeker is convinced this is André, others aren’t so sure. Susan Vickery, who takes care of the rabbits — which came from the grounds of the University of Victoria — said while it’s possible André flew back, she doubts it. “I find it highly unlikely.”

When Andre left her care, she said he couldn’t fly. Yet, Vickery is amused at the thought André might have returned. Kari Marks, manager of Wild Arc, said André was on the verge of flying when he was released. She added geese can often lose their fear of people if they are fed, so the bird at Green Ridge Farm could be another goose. However, she added, since geese are migratory animals, it is possible André flew home.

Town to brew up compost tea By NEIL HORNER NEWS REPORTER The Town of Qualicum Beach is inviting one of its flower beds to have a spot of tea. That would be compost tea, to be doled out by Kathleen Millar, of Cultivating Soil Solutions. Millar urged the town to consider a test plot. The plan, she said, involves the application of compost tea to a plot at the corner of Harlech and Beach, rather than the chemical fertilizers commonly used.

The move, she said, would improve the health of the soil, including its microbial residents, leading to less need for watering, less mowing and higher fertility at the site. Commenting on the request, Councillor Jack Wilson suggested utilizing a more barren location, in order to show how the technique can improve marginal ground. The site chosen, he said, is already lush. Wilson’s suggestion didn’t fly however and council agreed to the pilot project.

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HST a catalyst, More than 1.6 million HST ballots returned says McGrath By TOM FLETCHER BLACK PRESS

By NEIL HORNER NEWS REPORTER While he concedes it doesn’t hurt, Wayne McGrath says it’s going to take more than longsimmering resentment about the imposition of the HST to make his BC Conservative Party an electoral contender in the province. That’s why, McGrath, the president of the newly-invigorated party, said the party’s upcoming AGM in Nanaimo is so important. Interviewed during a stopover in Qualicum Beach Tuesday, McGrath said anger over the tax will likely help his party’s fortunes, regardless of the outcome of the HST referendum. “If it’s a yes vote, then that, in my opinion, would be an indictment against the current Liberal government,” he said. “Even a no vote would likely be very close. People are really upset.” WAYNE That anger, he said, has MCGRATH already sparked a remark... tax issues top able resurgence of the the list long-sidelined party, but now it’s time to take things one step farther and offer a positive alternative. “What people want now is some hope,” he said. “They are fed up with the Liberal government and a lot have a fear of the NDP. They want an alternative, a party they can have some hope in. It’s up to us to show them what we stand for.” The party will have a chance to do just that on Saturday, Sept. 24, when members gather at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre in Nanaimo. Besides bringing in a new board of directors, he said the meeting will provide the party an opportunity to present the province with a set of policies that can provide a positive choice. Topping the list, he hinted, will likely be taxation issues. The party will also, he said, address other areas of concern at the AGM. “Health care waiting lists are so long and people see the fiasco with BC Ferries, the billion dollar smart metre program and ICBC rates going up,” he said. “School boards are paying extremely high salaries to not only teaching staff but also administrative staff, and there is a huge number of Crown corporations and agencies that should be reviewed and will be reviewed under a Conservative government.” Such a government, he conceded, remains a long way off, but the first steps on that road have been taken and the vistas those steps have opened up have been nothing but encouraging.

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said let’s take a look at this and agreed to reduce that increase by about half.” Cantelon said the new figure would see an increase of eight per cent in the first year, followed by 3.9 per cent bumps in each of the next two years.” The total increase, he added, would mean consumers would see their bills rise by about four to seven dollars per month. That may be good news for consumers, but it’s not so good for Hydro employees, who Cantelon said would experience cutbacks of their own.

“It will mean a reduction of staff by about 1,000 employees,” he said. “As well, they will have to defer some of the programs they were looking to do and pace them out differently. As well, there would be the usual administrative savings through belttightening.” This, he said, is expected to save the utility about $800 million. “Its a sign of the times,” he said. “They came to us and we said you had better look at tightening your belt and that’s what they did. They took a hard look at

their administrative structure and agreed they could tighten up.” Cantelon stressed the increases are sustainable and still leave British Columbia in an enviable position. “We still have lower rates than Alberta,” he said. “We have some of the lowest rates in North America.” Although he couldn’t say how many jobs would be impacted in the Oceanside area, Cantelon stressed the job cuts will be provincewide, although many of them are expected to be in Vancouver.

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What the Town of Qualicum Beach and the local Streamkeepers groups are doing to a small tributary of Beach Creek is shocking, says David James. They’re also netting and trapping, in order to catch as many resident cutthroat trout as they can before the municipality dredges up silt from a series of pools in the creek, which runs beside Garden Road. The project, he said, involves improving fish habitat in the 37 pools identified by volunteers by getting rid of as much as one to two feet of silt that has clogged the pools over the years and replacing it with a smaller amount of clean spawning gravel. The pools are not big, the largest being about 10 by three metres in all, and the fish are small as well, roughly three to four inches, although one sixinch whopper was reportedly caught on Tuesday. The fish are being transported to a safe holding area while the town vacuum truck sucks up the silt down to bedrock. Once the work is

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halfway mark of the year — about one per cent better than last year. • The cool, wet weather experienced through much of the summer to date means there have been fewer problems with campfires on the beaches, says John Marsh, but firefighters will continue to patrol the beaches, particularly in light of improving

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t’s amazing what a little compassion and a whole lot of perspective can do. There are people — and now animals — that are throwing their efforts into raising money and awareness of the plight of East Africans in the midst of famine. Much of this effort is last-minute, but all accounts show their work is being rewarded with support from the people. Take the work of Shannon Willey, Lynette Kershaw and Jean Young. They have each put together — or worked together — on fundraising events in Oceanside this week and this month. Their goal, even though they are running different events, is to send more It’s a gentle help to Somalia and other countries in the Horn of Africa in the middle of drought and devastashaking of us tion. back to The same is true for Shirley Gong and the gang from Port Alberni’s Seventh Day Adventist attention Church, who are holding a Mutt March with their little dogs. As Shirley points out, the federal government is offering to match these donations — an incentive if we needed another one. With all that is going on the world — from riots in London and Greece, to world financial turmoil — it might be easy to turn away from the tragedy unfolding in Africa. Or at least keep it in the backs of our minds. After all, there’s so much upheaval that for many people, it’s hard to focus on what’s important. Yet, the efforts of these people to get something happening for Africa — even if it is on a very small scale — must be recognized for what it is. It’s a gentle shaking of us back to attention, away from the freak show that is Wall Street, and back to the actual suffering of a significant population of people with no say in world finances. We might be worried about our level of comfort in our retirement, but many thousands of Africans are more worried about their immediate lives and those of their children.

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ook! Up in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a Wall Street executive! Ouch! That’s gotta hurt. OK, I admit it. I experienced a little frisson of schadenfreud when it first started raining suits in the world’s financial capitals over the past week or so, and I know it’s not right. I guess I just never bought into the 1980s and ‘90s mantra that greed is good and the oily smugness of the those living by that credo kind of got under my skin. They had good reason for that smuggery of course. They drove the fanciest cars, wore the snappiest suits, had all the latest toys and pretty much owned enough politicians to ensure they got what they wanted and would The Parksville Qualicum Beach News 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.

be able continue to leech off the public purse at will. Well, it looks like the chickens are coming home to roost and chickens, given half a chance, will gobble up leeches. Oh, I know, calling Wall Street executives leeches is taking things a bit far. Leeches are vital components of the wondrous web of life, an important food source for trout, crayfish and other species. They are also useful to humans, a key component in keeping the blood flowing to re-attached fingers and other assorted body bits after surgery. I can’t imagine a Wall Street suit deigning to suck on my

fingers after they got chopped off and re-attached — and I also can’t imagine letting it do so in any case. But it’s not right for me and those like me — By Neil who value people Horner for who they are, rather than for what they’ve got — to take delight in their distress. There may be a few casualties amongst their lower rank and file, but the main culprits, the guys and gals who drove the world economy into the toilet will be alright Jack — they always are. When opportunities dry up it’s almost always the people like me — on the narrow end of soci-

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ety’s cornucopia — who end up paying the dearest price for the follies of the rich and powerful. Our parachutes aren’t generally made of gold, but rather, lead. That’s not to say there won’t be some opportunities kicking around for those canny enough to recognize them. When the effluvium really hits the air conditioner, I imagine someone could make a real killing selling pitchforks and torches, for instance. So, as the economy tanks and we slide into another recession — or worse — do I predict some sort of cultural awakening that will see people will take a serious look at their value systems and measure a person’s worth by something other than the toys and bangles they’re able to display?

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As if. The consumer culture in which we are immersed is far too entrenched for that. Besides, I think it’s part of human nature. People have always needed status symbols to give them a feeling of superiority over their neighbors and for the life of me I can’t dredge up any supposedly golden era when this was not the case. So yeah, at the very worst they’ll get dibs on the executive dumpsters and they’ll have the best spot in the lineup for soup. That will never change. But for now, I admit it, I’m enjoying watching them sweat. Whoops, looks like you got a little investment banker on yer shoe there. Let me get that for ya.

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Do you believe, even for one fleeting moment, that anyone vying for a council seat this coming fall will confidently defend they are totally right voting themselves a 23 to 25 per cent wage increase in front of some 500 people attending the all-candidates meeting and expect a round of applause instead of collective booing? Yes, that is the actual increase the current council granted themselves without much debate, not an at arm’s length decision, as most council members are expected to try to get re-elected this fall. Using the convenience of hiding behind a citizen’s report, council must feel the average thinking individual can’t deduce they were simply voting themselves this unnecessary and unjustified raise. The proposed rate of 17 per cent for the mayor and 18 per cent for councillors is only the beginning. Council quietly stayed mute on their additional automatic CPI (Consumer Price Index) top-off in 2013 and 2014. Based on current numbers (May was 3.7 per cent, June 3.1 per cent) it is expected to be at least another three per cent per year, hence making it between 23 and 25 per cent. Furthermore did you know that one third of this is tax free? Would they have lowered their stipends if they were above average? Many senior citizens, living on a small fixed income/pension (supplemented by government assistance) would love even a small increase. A $7,000 mayoralty increase represents a 60 per cent increase on their $12,000 yearly pension! Many single parent family households would jump for joy getting even a couple of thousand more. In this difficult and trying economic time, many small business owners (I operated one for 30 years) and those who are self-employed, who don’t have the luxury of a steady, regular paycheque, would be happy to make the same as the last couple of years, let alone enjoy an increase. Students are finding it increasingly difficult to find jobs in order to pay for their studies and education yet found their fees and

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am writing because I am concerned about the care — or should I say lack of care — that is being given to the new wooden walkway along our Parksville Beach. I use the walkway weekly and have been observing how its use is being abused. There are roller bladers, bicyclers, and skate boarders who go rushing by, weaving in and out of the elderly and other users. The boardwalk has many knotholes missing and the boards have chips out of them. I’m sure the boardwalk was intended for walking and wheelchairs; not for the traffic that seems to take it for granted. I agree ‘it is an easy ride’ and maybe a short cut to wherever those on wheels are intending to go. Is the city prepared to re-build it in the near future? I’m sure ‘not.’ Perhaps signs posted at each end, and maybe in the brochure for the patrons who frequent the Beach Club Towers, would deter some. I realize there are many, many people who don’t read ‌ they don’t read signs, they don’t read brochures, and they won’t read this letter. But they will be the first to complain when the walkway is no longer safe to walk on, because it has too many holes and cracks. There are even people who let their dogs pee and poo where we walk. Many dog owners can’t read either. This is a very busy walkway used by those joggers, brisk walkers and just social saunterers. The walkway is a new feature of our shoreline. Am I the only one who wants to take care of what we have? Anyone out there agree that a public appeal against the wheels that are damaging the boardwalk is necessary?

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tuitions increased. What argument will council come up with when our staff and union staff request to be treated the same way and ask to be averaged also? How can council ask staff to limit wage demands to a mere one or two per cent only, yet vote themselves a 23 to 25 per cent increase?

Paul Reitsma Parksville

Council members are just stewards I am disappointed to see a public notice to the effect that the Town of Qualicum Beach proposes to sell to adjacent landowners some public land, currently designated as highway, between Pintail

Drive and Butterball Drive, saving only a narrow strip in the middle. It is obvious that, over the years of the town’s existence, council has not considered public use and access to have precedence over private occupancy of land— as anyone wishing to walk the Qualicum waterfront at high tide soon discovers. Presumably, when earlier planners gave approval for the many buildings that abut the foreshore, the idea that people might want to walk along the waterfront and not just visit the beach did not occur to them. And throughout the town are strips of public land that have been incorporated into adjacent gardens or forest, apparently without any objection from past

Elizabeth Marsland Qualicum Beach

Moral obligation If my government had come to me then and said Canada was confronting a serious threat and needed to borrow my car, my impulse would have been to give them the keys. If my car was returned washed and polished but with extensive damage under the hood, I would have been dismayed. If my government then tried to deny responsibility or refused to pay for the repairs, I would have become justifiably angry. Canada’s combat role in Afghanistan is officially over. My children were not borrowed by my government for that questionable task. However many men and women were. Canadians must insist that our government return the surviving fathers, mothers, sons and daughters back to their families in the best condition possible. That means accepting the costly responsibility of making medical and psychological services readily available for those in need. Canada owes their military personnel more than praise for sacrifice, medals for valour and annual parades. Our politicians have a moral obligation to ensure Canadian veterans receive whatever physical and emotional help they require to move forward in their lives.

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Pages of the Past By Ruth Smith Five years ago • A bizarre early morning altercations resulted in a hit and run accident and an assault with a weapon charge laid against a 17-year-old female Parksville resident. Simultaneous complaints of a motor vehicle accident at Halliday House senior’s home at 188 McCarter St., and an assault on Weld Street were received by the detachment. The female who ran into the seniors home exited the vehicle carrying an aluminum baseball bat. 10 years ago • Past and present firefighters turned up at Dashwood fire hall to enjoy good food, trips down memory land and to celebrate the end of the mortgage by burning a mock up of the final payment on their station. 20 years ago • Commercial waste recycling and pickup is long overdue in the district said Qualicum Beach Ald. Hilda Pearce. It is time business people are given an opportunity to recycle or have large volumes of waste removed such as cardboard boxes and cartons.

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councils or the town administration, as if public access were unimportant. I had hoped that the present council and administration took a more enlightened attitude towards public land than their predecessors, but with the proposal of a bylaw to permit this sale, I have doubts. The road allowance under discussion is not accessible by the public at present, but how do we know that a future generation would not find good use for this piece of prime view property if it remained in public hands? Council should recognize we are stewards, not owners, of public lands, and must consider very carefully whether the short-term gain is worth the long-term loss.

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this using a single repeater which is completely independent of any existing infrastructure.” The new unit won’t suffer from power outages, as it is entirely self-contained, utilizing solar panels. The repeater was installed by Jeff Stanhope and nephew William Stanhope in an existing facility on the mountain, which is owned by the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure.

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at various locations around town, as well as at the shelter. The draw will be held during the Paws for a Cause event. Now is also the time, she added, for pet owners — and even former owners of nowdeceased pets, to consider signing up to have their best friend’s picture included in the annual SPCA pet calendar. The deadline to purchase a spot in the calendar is Aug. 31. She said a photo can be included on a particular day of your choosing for $25, while it’s $150 for the pet of the month spot. Finally, Durante said the shelter is putting out a call for gently used books and smaller household items for their annual book sale and flea market, slated for Sept. 30 and Oct. 1 at Wembley Mall. Items can be dropped off at the shelter from Tuesday to Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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The beginnings of the Tibetan Buddhist sand mandala being created in Coombs this week. It’s expected to be complete by Sunday afternoon. STEVEN HEYWOOD PHOTO ing with natural colouring materials. Each is delicately added to a pattern drawn out in advance on a wooden platform. The artists have to take care — especially as more sand is added — that breath or wind do not disrupt the pattern, or simply blow sand everywhere.

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s discussed in last week’s article entitled Kicking the Can Down the Road, for the 73rd time since the early 1970s, U.S. politicians reached an agreement on terms surrounding an increase to their debt limit. When put that way it doesn’t seem like a big deal. In fact it sounds almost like a technicality. We knew that even if at the 11th hour something would give and a deal would get done. So why worry about it? Business as usual, right? Well, not really. There was an important difference this time. This time around the credit rating agency Standard & Poor was watching closely, and was ready to act if they didn’t like what they saw. Suffice to say they were less than impressed with U.S. plans to reduce their deficit, so they took action. Late Friday afternoon (after the markets had closed), for the first time in

history, U.S. government debt was downgraded from AAA to AA+. If you have been following the news you are likely painfully aware that the market reaction has been extreme, with stock markets around the world down sharply on the week. Does it make sense? Well, yes and no. Yes, the downgrade is a serious issue and could have an economic impact depending on how things pan out. Combined with other factors there is a less than trivial possibility the U.S. could slip back into recession, which of course would not be good for the stock market. But on the other hand, here is what some might find confusing — that investors would react to a downgrade of U.S. treasuries by dumping their stocks and buying the very thing that was downgraded — U.S. treasuries. So while intuitively

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Streamkeepers OK with work By NEIL HORNER NEWS REPORTER Ministry of Transportation work on the Little Qualicum River got a strong endorsement this week from the local Streamkeepers group. The ministry is working to prevent the river eroding into Highway 19A, while creating improved fish habitat. Streamkeepers spokesperson Faye Smith said the work, supervised by biologist Sean Wong, is a good compromise between letting the

river take its course and standard interventions. “Ideally the river would do its own thing and go right through the road and people’s property and cut a new channel, but we can’t do that,” she said. Rather than just installing rip rap to halt the erosion, Wong’s plan involves the construction of rock spurs that jut out into the river flow, diverting the energy of the water. In between the spurs, large woody debris is being installed to create fish

habitat, while a large side channel is being developed to provide shelter for migrating salmon and resident trout. The Streamkeepers took a tour of the site on Monday and fellow Streamkeeper David James called the work impressive. “This is the first time they have tried to fully integrate fish habitat with engineering to protect a bridge,” he said. “There’s a lot more biodiversity than just gravel, bank and blackberry,” said Smith.

when things settle down that markets tend to normalize. It is quite possible that there is nothing wrong with your portfolio — even if it has fallen in value. Initially at least, your best course of action may be to do nothing. But at the same time, it is becoming increasingly apparent that the world has some fundamental problems to work through — problems that won’t be solved overnight. This doesn’t mean that you should sell everything and put your money in the bank. Going forward paper money (cash) may turn out to be one

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Music weekend went well Things kicked off in high energy with the Kiltlifters Friday afternoon in the hot sun and Smith admitted in retrospect it was hard to get people out on Friday afternoon as people are finishing tough work weeks and making weekend plans. They had decided to condense previous years’ ongoing Music in the Park evenings into a single big weekend in the hopes of generating more excitement and creating a more festive atmosphere. Smith said that while things did go smoothly and there was a lot of great music, they will review the outcome and make decisions earlier in the year for next sum-

The children get their turn at building sand castles this weekend. PQ NEWS FILE PHOTO mer, pointing out they had a short window to pull the three day concert event together for the late addition. There were 11 acts from Friday afternoon through Sunday evening, with highlights including That 70s Band, Virtual Elvis (Scott MacDonald) and Time Well Wasted, Smith said. But the biggest surprise for her was The

Pony Club, the only band she hadn’t heard before signing them — based on glowing references — and she was pleasantly surprised. She said it was also funny to see their sound guy for the entire weekend was actually a member of The Pony Club and joined them on stage as the last act of the weekend.

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Jack Ernest Mosley

It is with deep sorrow that we announce that Jack Ernest Mosley born 07/25/1920 in Huntsville Ont. passed away peacefully 07/23/2011 in Parksville BC. He is survived by his devoted wife Mary, his daughter Karyn, grand-daughter Tracy and Brother Ray and family. Dad was a proud war vet who settled in T.O, where he owned a successful Gulf Service Station before retiring to Vancouver Island with Mom in 1987. He was an avid outdoors man, fisherman and gardener, who could often be seen driving around town in his big blue chevy station wagon. He hand built the family cottage, and loved to travel. We will miss his great wit and care he gave us.

Dad, may the roses always be in bloom and a “big one” be on the line for you....

HUNTER, Ronald

March 16, 1930 – August 6, 2011 Sadly we announce the passing of our much loved husband, father and grandfather. Born in South Shields, England he immigrated to Canada in 1955 with his first wife Audrey, the mother of his four children. Ron was predeceased by his parents Cpt. James and Laura Hunter and his two sons Jason and Clive. He is survived by his amazing wife of 38 years, Terry, his son Phillip, daughter Melanie (Brian) and grandchildren Shannon, Shaun, Mason, Grady, Brianna and Cory, as well as great-grandchildren Kayden, Caylee and Terra. He spent his working life as a First Class Marine and Stationary Engineer in BC and AB, eventually retiring in 1990 to realize his dream of building his own home on acreage in Parksville. Ron’s great pleasures in later life were his dogs Winkie and Jock and his three fingers of scotch at 4pm!! We would like to extend a special thank you for the compassionate care given by the Palliative Care Unit at the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. In keeping with Ron’s wishes, there will be no service held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the World Parrot Refuge, PO Box 645, Alberni Hwy, Coombs, BC V0R 1M0. YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

LATHAM Dianna Audrey January 27, 1987 – July 31, 2011

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Dianna on July 31, 2011 at the age of 24 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her mother Evelyn, step-father Don, siblings; Kenneth, Christine, Josh, Jennifer, Tim, Donny, Sarah, Jordan, and Carrie. Dianna was predeceased by her father Philip and will be missed by her many nieces, and nephews and her very close best friend Jessica. Dianna had a love of animals, and her dogs Bronx and Brooklyn had a very special place in her heart, and the will surely miss their ‘mom’. Dianna was also a budding artist, taking time out of her day to sketch and draw.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dianna’s name to the Parksville SPCA A Memorial of Dianna’s Life was held on Friday, August 5, 2011. Yates Funeral Chapel, 2pm 1000 Allsbrook Road, Parksville YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.

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BARNES Georgina (Georgie) Evelyn April 28, 1934 – August 1, 2011 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Georgie on August 1, 2011 at the age of 76 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Barrie of 53 years. Their children Clifford (Ruly), Cathy (Alex) Thompson, Doug (Alanna), Melissa (Doug) Cline. Their 12 grandchildren; Stephanie, Barry, Jessica, Amanda, Hollie, Amy-Lynn, Vanessa, John, Lauren, Megan, Brandon and Shawna. Georgies’ siblings Ted (Marlene) Minto, Beryl Hjorleifson. Georgie was predeceased by both parents and grandson Andrew. Georgie was a devoted mother, grandmother and loving wife, a budding artist with preference to oil paintings, a California snowbird for many years. She was an RN for 7 years in Ontario, and both Barrie and Georgie owned the Ponderosa Campground in Mt. Albert for 37 years. A Memorial of Georgie’s Life was held on Thursday, August 4, 2011. Knox United Church, and interred at Yates Cemetery.

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March 11, 1924 ~ July 27, 2011 Joa an passed on July 27t 7th at Nanaimo Se eniors Village while under the loving care un o f the staff on the second floor. Joan’s se hu umor and wit drew peo ople to her. Even in he her final days, she was able to cause the people p p around und her to o smile. Predeceased d by husband d, Ian Cameron; daughter, Fio iona Came meron-Wassing; brother, William am Wright ht. Survived by son, Ewan Cam ameron; granddaughter, Megan Stacey y (Jon nathon Stacey); grandson, Calu lum Cameron C (Sarah Cameron); great at grrandsons: Cohen & Ryder Cameron on; sson, Ian Cameron (Catherine Green); n); son-in-law, Bert Wassing and gra ra a ndson, Jonathan Wassing. A gathering of fam mily ya and friends will be held at the Nanoo oose L Library, Saturday, August 20th from m 2-4pm pm.

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INFORMATION ARROWSMITH HEALTH CARE (2011) SOCIETY & ARROWSMITH HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION SOCIETY (FORMERLY ARROWSMITH REST HOME SOCIETY & ARROWSMITH REST HOME FOUNDATION SOCIETY) NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The Annual General Meeting(s) of the Arrowsmith Health Care (2011) Society and the Arrowsmith Health Care Foundation Society will be held on: Tuesday, September 13, 2011 Location: Cokely Manor 266A Moilliet Street Parksville, BC Start time: 7:00 PM The purpose of the meeting is to: • Receive FinancialStatements • Receive Reports Elect Directors (3 positions) • Appoint Auditors • Approve Constitution and By-Laws • Review membership dues The public is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served following the meeting.

FOUND, Key outside of Stewart’s on Harrison. Claim at the PQB News paper office at #4-154 Middleton, Parksville. FOUND OLDER large dog on Saturday, Whiskey Creek area Chatsworth Rd. Call to identify, (250)738-0103.

TRAVEL GETAWAYS IF YOU want to drink, that is your business. If you want to STOP, we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous. 1-800-883-3968

INDIO, CA (Palm Springs) Furn 2 bdrm, 2 bath vacation home in gated community, full facility. Avail Oct, Nov, Dec & April. 250-951-1827.

HOUSESITTING NEW to the area? Call for your FREE package of info, gifts & greetings. Bev 250-248-4720 PV Ann 250-248-3390 QB & NOW, Introducing the

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Have you recently added to the family or know someone who has call Pat 250-248-7119 The most Famous Baskets in the World! www.welcomewagon.ca

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PLACES OF WORSHIP

PLACES OF WORSHIP

GOING AWAY this Winter? Retired N/S couple will house sit from Oct-Apr, Parksville/Qualicum Beach area, ref’s available. Call 250-9510050 or 780-458-3866.

TIMESHARE CANCEL YOUR Timeshare No Risk Program. STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Free Consultation. Call Us Now. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248.

VACATION SPOTS PALM SPRINGS- 2 bdrm, 2 bath, nice clean home on Golf course- For rent Oct, Nov, & Apr. Call 1-760-333-3722.

CHILDREN CHILDCARE AVAILABLE LITTLE TOTS FCC has openings starting in Sept. FT/PT. Ages 1+. Lic # 1381062. Call Corinne Purchase 250-7523263

Not religious but would like to know God? Join us on Sundays

6:30pm

At the Salvation Army Church

on the Alberni Highway, near the Rod & Gun.

All welcome! More info at:

SPACES AVAILABLE Centre 2 - 452 E. Island Hwy Tel: (250) 248-8128 Preschool/Group Child Care Before & After School Care Pickup’s / Drop off’s Parksville/Qualicum

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QUALICUM BAPTIST CHURCH 600 Beach Road Qualicum Beach WORSHIP SUNDAYS 10:30

“THE PROMISE OF GOD’S PEACE” (John 14:15-31) SCENT FREE

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES COKE & CANDY Vending Route. Local Hi-Traffic Locations. Earn $40+ per year. Fast & Safe Investment Return. Secure Your Future- Be the Boss! Factory Direct Pricing. 1-888-579-0892. Must Sell! LANDSCAPING/PROPERTY Maintenance Business for sale. Over 12 years established on Salt Spring Island. $35,000. Excellent opportunity. For details please contact rbelanger@telus.net

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CARETAKERS/ RESIDENTIAL MANAGERS

YEAR round caretaker for seasonal lakefront resort. Perfect for senior or retired (semiretired) couple. Must have own RV. Includes free rent, hydro, water, sewage. Some light duties involved. Phone 250-7526707 and leave message.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783. INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assist. Funding Avail. www.iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

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HELP WANTED

CAMPGROUND MANAGER Quatse River Campground. Duties include facility maintenance, reservations, reception, fee collections. Year round accommodations provided. Ideal for retired or semi-retired couple. Send resumes to: NVISEA, Box 1409 Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 By fax: 250-949-5195 or by email: nvisea@island.net.

COPCAN CONTRACTING LTD. / GREGSON HOLDINGS LTD. We have the following positions available:

• 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.

LEGALS

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Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic Driller / Blaster – Logging Roads Excavator Operator / Grade Hoe Operator – Logging Roads Shop Helper Please send resume by fax 250-754-7262 email to employment@copcan.ca or visit our website at www.copcan.ca

LEGALS

Notice of a PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING 564 Wembley Road Electoral Area ‘G’

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED FULL-TIME CERTIFIED Heavy Duty Mechanic required by Bailey Western Star & Freightliner. Experience in service & repair of trucks, trailers & equipment. Fax resume to 250-286-0753 or email:

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES at: STANFORD PLACE CARE CAMPUS: Licensed Practical Nurses: Casual positions (must have current registration & First Aid/CPR certificate.) Care Aides: Casual positions available (must have current registration) Cooks: Casual positions available (cooking certificate req’d” Please forward resume to:Human Resources, 250 Craig St., Parksville, BC, V9P 0A7

employment@baileywesternstar.com

Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd/New Castle Timber Ltd Has vacancies in the following jobs: 1)Grapple Yarder Operator. 2)Two Hooktenders 3)One Chaser/Bucker. Fax resumes to 250-287-9259

The Public Information Meeting will be held at: St. Columba Presbyterian Church, 921 Wembley Rd., Parksville on Wednesday, August 17th, 2011 Time: 6:30 p.m.

Additional information about the applicant’s proposal will be presented at this public information meeting and may be viewed at the RDN Administration office located at 6300 Hammond Bay Road in Nanaimo. Comments received at this Public Information Meeting will be included in the staff report prepared for the Electoral Area Planning Committee. For more information on this proposal please contact the RDN Planning Department during regular business hours (8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays). Phone: 250.390.6510 or 250.954.3798 in District 69 or 1.877.607.4111 toll free in BC Fax: 250.390.7511 / Email: planning@rdn.bc.ca Web: www.rdn.bc.ca Mail: 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo, B.C., V9T 6N2

HELP WANTED

NURSING INSTRUCTOR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES DCC Nanaimo has openings for instructors in its Practical Nurse Programs in Parksville and Nanaimo. We require a licensed RN with strong organizational and leadership skills with acute care experience. Choose between one – four days per week; dayshifts only! Interested applicants please email your resume and cover-letter to loish@jobready.ca or fax to 250-287-9838 on or before Aug 19, 2011.

Your Career Starts Here

Flat Rate Technician required by Honda Auto dealership in Vernon BC. Competitive wage and benefits package and all that Okanagan lifestyle! gkitzman@sunshineholda.ca

The Lemare Group is currently seeking Janitorial services for the North island area. Please email resume to: office@lemare.ca or fax to: 250-956-4888.

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SEARS PARKSVILLE Appliance Sales person needed. 8-16 hrs/week. • Positive attitude a MUST • Sales experience an asset • Customer service experience an asset • Training provided Drop off resume at store. 182 Harrison Avenue, Parksville

CARRIERS

Needed in your area.

Call The News at 248-4341 ext. 260

The Parksville/Qualicum Beach News is

looking for a responsible person to deliver in your area! Anyone who is interested in making some extra cash and getting a little exercise at the same time is asked to call The News circulation at 248-4341, ext. 260. Routes are temporarily covered. We are looking for permanent carriers for these routes. CURRENT ROUTES AVAILABLE:

Chartwell Rt #618 - 137 papers ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

Cantebury, Cardinal, Sunrise, Windsor, Aquarius, Lancaster, Kensington

Qualicum Route #650 - 48 papers 1st Ave W, Maple St, Mill Rd, Pine & Spruce St

Qualicum Route #632 - 109 papers 2nd Ave W., Beach Rd., Primrose St.

Parksville Rt #166 - 147 papers Chesnut, Crabapple, Ponderosa, Mulberry, Vine & Sandlewood

Parksville Rt #126 - 42 papers Golden Dawn trailer park, 150 Corfield St. N.

PAY & BENEFITS SUPERVISOR Western Forest Products is currently seeking a focused and motivated individual to join our Human Resource Department. The Pay & Benefits Supervisor will work out of the administration office which is currently located in Duncan, BC but will be relocated to Nanaimo, BC in mid-September 2011. This full-time temporary (14 month) position is responsible supervising all payroll and benefit functions in a multi-union environment, leading change and innovation to all related procedures, systems and functions. Including, but not limited to the Company’s biweekly, monthly and quarterly payrolls for all union, non-union, salaried and exempt employees and stakeholders. In addition to ensuring the appropriate administration and application of all benefit programs to active, inactive and retired employees and stakeholders. A detailed job posting can be viewed at http://www.westernforest.com/careers/ current_openings.php WFP offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefit package and the potential to achieve annual performance rewards. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence to: Human Resource Department Facsimile: 250.748.3177 Email: resumes@westernforest.com Application Deadline: Mon., Aug. 22, 2011 Reference Code: PR Spvsr, HR

SHIFT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR (afternoons)

WFP is currently seeking a Shift Maintenance Supervisor (afternoons) to join our Mid Island Forest Operation in Campbell River, British Columbia. We require an individual with heavy duty mechanical experience, a comprehensive knowledge of air and hydraulic systems and an appreciation for the timely repair and turnaround of mobile equipment. You are considered to be a good leader with excellent communication skills and shift work is not a problem for you. A detailed job posting can be viewed at http://www.westernforest.com/careers/current_openings.php WFP offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive beneÀt package and the potential to achieve annual performance rewards. If you believe that you have the skills and qualiÀcations that we are looking for, please reply in conÀdence to: Human Resource Department Facsimile: 250.748.3177 Email: resumes@westernforest.com Application Deadline: Wed., August 31, 2011 Reference Code: Shift Maintenance Supervisor, MIFO

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HELP WANTED

TRADES, TECHNICAL

MAINTENANCE PERSON

ROCK REQUIRES two Heavy Duty Mechanics for work at various job locations across Canada. Must be experienced with hydraulic systems and CAT engines. Experience in Terex Redrill, Atlas Copco and Cubex drills preferred. Must have ability to work independently and diagnose problems. Competitive wage and benefits. Please send resume to resume@rcmi.ca or fax to (250) 828-1948.

A contract maintenance person is required to perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks for 3 barge camps. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, painting floor boards, fixing leaking faucets, replacing oil filters and troubleshooting mechanical issues. The camps are in remote locations only accessible by air and water. Applicants must be organized, have a minimum high school diploma, and experience working with diesel engines. Preference will be given to those who have a welding certificate and electrical experience. Please email your resume or summary of qualifications to

BERGAMONTE- THE Natural Way To Improve Your Glucose, Cholesterol & Cardiovascular Health! Call today to find out how to get a free bottle with your order! 1-888-4705390.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

PAINTING

FURNITURE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

HOMES WANTED

POIRIER PAINTING, Residential/Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, Free Estimates. Call Dan 250-240-3528. WCB insured.

BRAND New LUXURY Queen Size Pillow Top Mattress Set (in original Package) left over from LARGE hotel order.800 coils. MSRP$1299.00 Liquida- tion Price $490.00 tax inc. (11 available) Kings $790.00. Includes both boxspring/ mattress.. Delivery available. text or call1 250 334 7527 to reserve a set.

RED ENVELOPE - Unique & Personalized Gifts for All Your Friends & Family! Starting at $19.95. Visit: www.redenvelope.com/Jewel for an extra 20% off or Call 1888-473-5407.

WE BUY HOUSES

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! 1-866-981-5991.

WANTED CRAB apples, we pick, we pay, we prune. (250)757-8961.

Your local electrician

PRESSURE WASHING

Our success is your happiness!

OCEANSIDE HOUSE and home for repairs maintenance and pressure washing. Pete, (250)927-2641.

FENCING BLAIRS FENCING, 14 yrs experience. Free estimates, specializing in cedar panels, farm fence & chair link. Call 250240-4615. J & S DESIGNS Yard and fence design. Painting, Reno’s, Finishing Work, House Washing by hand. Seniors Discounts! Free Estimates! Call John and/or Sandy 250-586-3373 / 250-228-0147

J & S DESIGNS

WINDOW CLEANING GLASSY TOUCH Window cleaning. Committed to quality service & results. Free est. Let the Sun Shine in! Call Roger 250-468-7731

PETS PETS GORGEOUS Yellow Lab Puppies CKC reg. Champ. Bloodlines. www.westernlabradors.ca Wes 250-337-1814 $1200.00

TWO KITTENS, one calico female & black & white male, 12 wks old, $25.00 ea. 250-2482916

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE ANTIQUES/VINTAGE

SUMMER PRUNING Flowering shrubs & certain trees, rhododendrons. Since 1958. Peter Wams 250-752-0176.

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

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SMALL JOB Specialist. Experienced Contractor. At home or business. Small jobs a Specialty. Reasonable rates. Professional workmanship. Refs. Dave: 250-954-7877.

ALL TYPES of hauling. Small loads, garden waste, construction debris & junk. Ron 250757-2094 or 250-228-1320

CARLEEN’S CLEAN & Green. Housecleaning with an eye for detail. Home (250)5948812 or cell (250)240-4017.

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

CHRISTINA’S HOUSE cleaning & lawncare. No job to big or small. Trustworthy, reliable, efficient, no minimum. $15$20. per hr. References avail. 250-927-5600

HOME IMPROVEMENTS HOME Renovations. Decks, House Painting, 25 yrs exp. Call Ron at 250-757-9130. TODD THE BUILDER. Renos, plumbing. High end portfolio incl. dental offices; custom homes. Call 250-752-1121

LANDSCAPING GB SERVICES. Your one stop Landscape Company. Design & installation. Decks - Fencing Walls - Pavers Water Features Irrigation. References. Senior Discounts. 250-390-3855.

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COMPUTER SERVICES • • • • •

REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY: Hygienist for Specialty Dental Clinic, Perio exp required. 3 days/week. Please respond to: specialtyclinic@shawbiz.ca

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Friendly in home Mac/PC support and lessons. Certified tech, 15 + years experience making technology approachable and easy to understand. All my work is guaranteed. Call

LICENSED Automotive Technician small independant shop in Parksville is looking to employ a fully licensed tech. Call 250-248-9679. Fax resume to 250-248-9693 or email mdauto@shaw.ca

Scott @ 250-821-1994.

ROCK Construction & Mining Inc. is looking to hire for the following positions: Experienced Hydraulic & Down Hole Drillers. Please forward resume to resume@rcmi.ca or fax to (250) 828-1948.

FOR ALL your drywall and painting needs, reno’s and repairs. Textured ceilings, spray paint. Call a pro, no job too small. Phil 250-954-1859.

DRYWALL

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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? MAYTAG PLUS white 22cu ft side by side fridge freezer in working order. 250-468-7705 OAK KITCHEN cabinets $800. 6’ sliding patio door $300. 250-594-5858.

Landscape Design & Maintenance Design & Installation Water features Landscape construction Property maintenance Low-maintenance landscapes Fencing (250)240-2019 or (250)713-1823 clayoquot@hotmail.com

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)951-0010.

PAINTING A STROKE ABOVE Painting. Commercial & Residential. Interior/Exterior. WCB, liability insurance. All jobs warranted. See what we can do! Dave 250-248-0335, 250-240-2310. BC PAINTING Inside/Ext 20 years exp. no job too small 250-248-1160 / 250-240-4700

REAL ESTATE ACREAGE 20 ACRE Ranch Foreclosures Near Booming El Paso, Texas Was $16,900, Now $12,900, $0 Down, take over payments, $99/mo. Beautiful views, owner financing, FREE map/pictures 800-755-8953. 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 PARKSVILLE, rancher 223 Evergreen St. $269,000. Updated 3 bdrm, 1-1/2 baths located on quiet dead end st, centre of town, newer 5 appls incl. Central vac, detached shop/garage. 250-248-0603

Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!

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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

RECREATIONAL PROPERTY RARE OPPORTUNITY: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, 0.83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake. 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. 250-395-0599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)

Garage Sales

OCEANSIDE HOUSE and home for repairs maintenance and pressure washing. Pete, (250)927-2641.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

COOKS / DISHWASHERS needed. Must have “Serving it Right” and a positive attitude. Apply to: The French Creek Marine Pub #1-1025 Lee Rd, Parksville. Ask for Richard.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 20% OFF all office chairs on wheels and client chairs. Over 700 in stock. Brand new 30”x94” plastic top folding tables, $45/each. Coopers Gov’t Surplus. 4767 Headquarters Rd, Courtenay. 1-250-2181665 or cooperssurplus.com

HANDYPERSONS

HAULING AND SALVAGE

CLEANING SERVICES

“PRIDE” SCOOTER, Celebrity X, 3 Wheel, very maneuverable. Approx. 5 yrs old. New Batteries last fall. Serviced by “Life Support”. V. G. condition. $700 o.b.o. Call 250-586-6219

WES-COAST YARDBIRDS Lawns, gardens, yard cleanup, large dump. Pressure washing, Irrigation. Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444.

250-244-1560 1.877.304.7344

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD

Excavator Operators required at Locar Industries. Minimum 5 years experience. Full benefits, $25-$28 p/hr for right candidate. Fax resumes to 250-751-3314.

ELECTRICAL

Yard and fence design, General yard maintenance,Rubbish Removal. Seniors Discounts! Free Estimates! Call John and/or Sandy 250-586-3373 / 250-228-0147

BOOKKEEPING SERVICES for small business, reasonable rates, ref avail - get organized, call 250 752 3833 today.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

REAL ESTATE

GARDENING

WANTED: EXPERIENCED and reliable tandem gravel truck drivers with Class 3 license. Also seeking heavy equipment operators. Reply with full particulars of experience and wage sought to: File #16 c/o Parksville Qualicum News, #4-154 Middleton, Parksville, BC, V9P 2H2.

MEDICAL/DENTAL

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Constant.dv@gmail.com

RV Technician and a Service/Parts Administrator is required immediately at Comox Valley RV. Please email your resume to danny@comoxvalleyrv.com / call 250-871-4700.

SERVERS / BARTENDERS needed. Must have “Serving it Right” & a positive attitude. Apply to: The French Creek Marine Pub, #1-1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

250-951-5518

HEALTH PRODUCTS

or fax to 250-286-3868. We appreciate all those who apply, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

WANT A CAREER IN THE MEDICAL INDUSTRY? Medical Office & Admin. Staff are needed now! No Experience? Need Training? Career Training & Job Placement Available! 1-888-778-0459

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Answering your questions Solving your problems

shelleyj@pallangroup.com

The Lemare Group is currently seeking a heavy duty mechanic for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to office@lemare.ca or fax to: 250-956-4888.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

PROVIDING RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL & GREEN ENERGY SERVICES

PERSONAL SERVICES

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4OxPLACExYOURxADxINxTHISxSECTIONxCALLx APPLIANCES KENMORE ELECTRIC Range, 3 years old, convection oven. Perfect condition. $125.00 Call 250-752-3601 SELF-CLEAN OVEN $125. Washer/dryer set $375. Very good cond. (250)752-3532.

WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE

$$ CASH PAID $$ for NEWER FRIDGES, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS etc.

BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom

1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251

BUILDING SUPPLIES

Rebar For Sale

Residential & Commercial ENQUIRIES WELCOME Fabricating & delivery available if required. CALL NORM AT Harbor West Steel anytime

250-954-5704 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.

FURNITURE BEAUTIFUL AMISH Oval dining room table & 4 chairs. One piece hutch. Handcrafted by Amish on Eastern Seaboard. $1500.00. Call 250-752-8308

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALES

2-FAMILY Garage Sale in Qualicum – Sat, August 13th (8:30-3pm). 509 & 521 First Ave W. Dining room suite, bedroom suite, other furniture and assorted household items and collectibles. Also mobility scooter.Call 250-248-0209 for furniture enquiries.

PARKSVILLE- 1262 Prestwick Place (off Morningstar Golf course) Sat, Aug 13, 9am-2pm. PARKSVILLE, 1585 Sharon Pl. (Columbia Beach) Aug 13th (7:30-12). Multi Family. Camping, sports, marine, m/c gear. Kids clothing $1./bag. Seasonal & housewares, dog run, craft items, tools, & more. PARKSVILLE, 163 James St. Aug 12th (3-6) & 13th (9-1). Cross bow, quad ramp, futon, girls quality clothing - size 6x, other items. PARKSVILLE, 371 McKillop Dr. Sat. Aug 13, 9am - 3pm Lots of kids clothes, toys, books, bikes. Age 6 - 10.mostly boys - some girls. Some household items.Multi-Family PARKSVILLE, 520 Alberni Hwy.(down & across from Buckerfields) Sat. Aug. 13th, 9 - ? Lots of stuff, good prices PARKSVILLE 664 Ermineskin Ave. Aug 13th (8-1). Fish tank, furniture, goodies. Come see. PARKSVILLE, 815 Field Cres. Sat. Aug 13, 9am- 3pm. Bedroom furn.,etc., Big Screen TV, surround sound, etc. PARKSVILLE, 821 Edgeware Ave. Aug 13th (9-2). Multi family & moving sale. Everything must go!! PARKSVILLE- 826 Mulholland Dr, Sat, Aug 13, 10am2pm. PARKSVILLE, 840 Allsbrook Rd. Sat. Aug. 13th & Sun. Aug. 14th, 8am - 1pm. Tools, Little Chief Smokers, canning equip. & jars, desk, shelf unit and much much more! PARKSVILLE- 933 Ballenas Rd (San Parieal) Sat, Aug 13, 9am-12noon. Solid maple table w/leafs, lots of household. PARKSVILLE- (Pacific Manor) 169 South Moilliet St, Sat, Aug 13, 9am-3pm. Multi-family Sale!

QUALICUM BAY, 6254 Island Hwy. Sat. Aug 13th. 9am 2pm. Vintage furniture, “Yard Art”, Antiques, Funky stuff, Misc. Household items from 3 estates. Info: 250-228-2941.

COOMBS, 2425 Alberni Hwy. Aug 13 & 14th (8-?). Just north of Coombs Country Market. Some fresh herbs & more. DEEP BAY, 4971 Thompson Clarke W., Fri (12pm-4pm), Sat (8am-4pm) & Sun (8am3pm), Aug 12, 13 & 14. Estate Sale. Lot’s of things for men. Fishing, hunting, tools, paint, collectibles and much more.

ESTATE CLEARANCE SALE #685 Woodburn St, Parksville • Wed, Thurs, Fri, Aug 10, 11, 12 10am-3pm. • Sat, Aug 13, 9am-12noon 15’ & 18’ swimming pools, camping supplies, barbecue, lawn mower, air conditioner, outdoor swing, record collection, king-sized & bunk beds, and much more. Hosted by Smart Move Services smartmoveservices.ca HUGE MULTI-FAMILY sale Saturday Aug. 13, 8am-noon. 1479 Admiral Tryon Blvd, Columbia Beach. MOVING. DOWNSIZING. Saturday Aug. 13, 8am-1pm. Household & garden items, some tools, golf clubs. 266 Hoylake Road East NANOOSE BAY- 1895 Bonito Cres (near Schooner Cove) Sat, July 13, 8am-2pm. Antiques, fine china, silver, collectibles, free stuff. g some tools, golf clubs. 266 Hoylake Road East

Rd (San Parieal) Sat, Aug 13, Solid maple taw/leafs, lots of household. NANOOSE BAY1895 Road Bonito N.,ble 616 Berwick Qualicum Beach PARKSVILLE- (Pacific Manor) Cres (near Schooner Cove) 169 South Sat, Aug Sat,Sat. JulyAugust 13, 8am-2pm. An- August 13 & Sun. 14Moilliet • 8amSt,- 2pm 13, 9am-3pm. Multi-family tiques, fine china, silver, colGreatfree opportunity for students! Lots of houshold items Sale! lectibles, stuff.

HUGE SALE! 9am-12noon.

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COTTAGES 2 bedroom, furnished, beach front cottage, downtown Parksville, Available until June 1/2012. Suit quiet people. $850 utilities included. N/S N/P. References required. 250248-3171. 2 bedroom unfurnished, beach front cottage, downtown Parksville. Yearround rental, beginning Sept. 1. Suit quiet people. Small pet considered. $850/month, utilities included. References required

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BOWSER. 3+ bedroom 2 bathroom mobile with an addition on .59 of an acre. Shop and 5 appliances. Great neighborhood, close to elementary school. Available immediately. $1200 a month 1-888-652 -9988 ask for Larry. ERRINGTON- LRG 2 bdrm, 2 bath house on shared acreage, w/office, new sun deck, F/S, W/D & wood stove. NS/NP. $1000./mo. Avail Now. 250-248-8107. ERRINGTON. PRIVATE, fully furnished 1100 sq.ft 2 bdrm cottage on 5 acres. W/D, dishwasher, loaded kitchen & highend beds, full bath, etc. $1100 + hydro. NS/NP please. Refs req’d. 250-248-4992 MODERN 2-BDRM Beachfront. Furnished, 5 appls, gas F/P. NS/NP. $1000./mo + hydro. Sept. 1 - June 30, 2012. (250)752-4153, Qualicum.

Wendy Hofforth, Property Manager Rental Properties Nanoose Bay/Parksville/ Qualicum Beach For current rentals please check my website: www.vanislandrealty.com 124 Craig St., P.O. Box 460 Parksville, B.C. V9P 2G6 Toll Free: 1-866-386-2735 e-mail: cbpropertymanage ment@shaw.ca

QUALICUM, 2 bdrm patio home, single car garage, gas F/P, 5 appls, private backyard, N/P, N/S, avail immed, $1200 mo, 250-752-2903. QUALICUM BAY- Cozy, 2 bdrm, 1500sq ft home. Hardwood & tile floors, nice garden, lrg deck, W/D, F/S. NS/NP. Avail Sept 1. $1000+ utils. 250-757-9698, 250-240-6202. QUALICUM BEACH, exceptional, beautiful, new house; big liv room, kitchen, solarium & deck w/ view, 2 bdrm 2 bath. For long term, $1600 mo, Sept. 1 or 15, 250-594-3121. QUALICUM BEACH- (in town) Modern 3 bdrm, 2 bath Rancher, living/dining/family rooms, attached dbl garage. N/S, no pets. Lease req’d $1300. Avail Sept 1. 604-985-1563. QUALICUM PATIO home in quality 55+ complex, 1 bdrm, 4 appls, garage, N/S, N/P, very convenient location, $785 mo, 250-649-5573, 250-563-6937.

SANDPIPER ESTATES1200sq ft split level, 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, patio, fenced yard, N/S, small pet under 30lbs ok. Avail now $1200+ utils, 1-604574-1631 or 1-604-307-1631. WATERFRONT 4 bd, 4 bt home for rent in Qualicum Beach, $1900 p/month + utilities available from 10/01/11 till 04/30/12. Newer, gorgeous, clean and fully furnished. Check out photos on the web site: www.georgiabeachhouse.ca and call 905335-2378.

WHISKEY CREEK. RV Pad on spacious private lot. $350/mo + hydro. Available immed. Call 250-752-0448.

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING 1-BDRM SUITE in “The Gardens”, Qualicum Beach. (250)752-2343. EMERALD ESTATES, (Parksville), 55+ independent living, 1 bdrm spacious, bright condo. Patio, new carpet. Homemaker & laundry incl. Meals optional. N/S, N/P, $1150/mo + utils. 250-248-9249.

WHISKEY CREEKbrand new 2 bdrm house, W/D, alarm system, storage shed, priv yrd & deck. $1000+ utils. NS/NP. Available Now. Call 250-752-3738.

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New Gens season starts with camp By JAMES CLARKE PQ NEWS SPORTS

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The interim logo. It’s on the website now, but will it make it to the team’s new jerseys?

Gens unveil temporary logo as search goes on PARKSVILLE — The Generals have a new logo up on their webiste (www.oceansidegenerals.com). “We haven’t decided if its permanent, but we’ll be using it in the interim,” said general manager Dave Johnston. The team has also ordered a new set of away jerseys. “Its a whole new look,” said Johnston. “People ber of quality returnees we have ... it’s going to be a real high level camp, and we’re really excited about the team we’re going to ice this year.” There will be 44 players on the ice at this weekend’s camp including four goalies. The camp runs Friday through Sunday culminating with the traditional blue/white game. Puck drops at 2 p.m., admission is free. Returnees already committed include Kyle Yamasaki, Travis Flug, Keenan McConnell, Josef Chase, Travis Briggs, Dylan Haugen, Jeff Bartel and Luciano Somerville. Nanaimo puck-stopper Kolding Larson will be back battling for the starting position. “I’m looking forward to it,” Dubyna chuckled when asked if he’s ready for camp. “It’s been over a month of phone calls and e-mails, getting everyone prepared ... a lot of preparation, and I’ve still got another night to do yet, but I think it will be good; it’ll be exciting to actually

will have to wait and see.” Last month, Johnston came to THE NEWS, seeking publicity for a logo contest. The effort is still ongoing, and people can submit their ideas to the Generals (http://generals.vijhl. com), or 250-951-4848, or via e-mail to dave@oceansidegenerals.com. — NEWS Staff

DAVE JOHNSTON ... team has to be creative to attract more fans

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he Oceanside Generals Junior Hockey Club is set to host its main selection camp this weekend, and as always, expectations for the upcoming Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League (VIJHL) campaign are high. “It’s going to be an awesome camp, and we’re extremely excited about what this year is going to hold for us,” Generals’ skipper Dave Johnston told THE NEWS Wednesday. This year’s band of Generals head into battle having undergone some changes, with Johnston handing the head coaching reigns over to five-year assistant Jason Dubyna. Johnston retains the role of General Manager and assumes the duties of the newly-created Director of Hockey and Business Operations position. Former Generals Hockey Club president Jen Kennedy has moved on to her new position as director of sales and marketing for the Nanaimo Clippers of the BC Hockey League (Junior A). Dean Henderson, former Generals’ owner and head coach, is back in the fold after a year away. Henderson takes over as president of the community-owned club and is back on the bench as an assistant coach along with Bryce Abbott, who was the Generals’ video coach last season. “We’re in excellent shape,” Johnston said of the recruiting side of the ledger and that first big step towards this year’s team. “Just the level of talent we have coming in here, in conjunction with the num-

The Generals’ Travis Briggs (right) has committed to a return to the fold this season. get it going.” Dubyna said he has no intention of reinventing the wheel this year, and will continue working towards the type of team

he and Johnston have had success with. “We’re carrying on,” he said, adding, “I was involved a lot with Dave building the team so it’ll

be a lot of the same. We’re looking for the same style of players we’ve had the past few years. I think we’re looking to have as an offensive a team as possible. Myself and Bryce (Abbott) both feel comfortable teaching the defensive game, so we’re looking for guys that are more creative offensively.” Put on the hot seat and asked if the returning players will notice a different style of coaching Dubyna paused and said, “I’d say being a younger coach I will probably be

m more open to trying to n new things; be a bit less ccautious and more crea ative I think ... maybe.” The Oceanside Genera als Junior Hockey Club is o one of only two commun nity-run Junior B teams o on Vancouver Island, the o other the Victoria Coug gars. Johnston said of the 440-plus Junior B clubs in B B.C., no more than five are ccommunity owned. “We don’t have a priv vate owner to bankroll the tteam, we have to go out th there and be extremely a active and creative to fi find the money to run the tteam, but the other side of it is that all the money we d do raise goes directly to o our program. “The better we do financially the more we can offer our players. If we turn a profit at the end of the year we’ll upgrade our equipment, whereas a private owner would pocket it.” Looking ahead, the Generals will open the 42-game regular season on the road Sept. 8 in Victoria against the Cougars, and have ‘a big blowout party’ planned for their home opener Sat., Sept. 10 against the Saanich Braves (puck drops at 7 p.m.).

BILLETS NEEDED The Generals are in need for some billets, “and we’re still looking for an equipment manager and game night volunteers,” said Johnston. “It’s not a money making venture, but the billets are compensated, for sure.” Contact billet coordinator Beverley Yell at yellandshout@ shaw.ca.

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Dan Grima of England tries his hand at skimboarding in the shallows of Parksville Bay.

Welcome to Parksville. Got skimboard? PARKSVILLE — Dan Grima and his girlfriend Cazz had only been in Canada for two days by the time he was spotted trying his hand at skim boarding down at Parksville Bay.

The couple, from Sussex, England, have already landed work and are digging in for a new life in B.C. “It’s even more beautiful then we imagined ... we absolutely love it here,”

said Grima, 24, an extreme sports enthusiast, outdoor adventure guide, and free spirit. — James Clarke

QUALICUM BEACH — From the desk of Sandi Reed comes word 67 players from clubs up and down the Island turned out for the 23rd annual Qualicum Foods Ladies Senior Amateur Tournament at Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Course, many of them sporting fashionable head wear. The event was played out last Friday under warm and sunny conditions. According to Sandi, Deb Hutchinson of Storey Creek was the Gross winner with 82 — the final was decided by a sudden death Deb Huchinson was all playoff on the par smiles after winning her three hole number fourth consecutive QF 9, where a gallery Ladies Senior Amateur awaited the result. Tournament at Qualicum Hutchinson, Beach Memorial Golf said Sandi, “sent Course. SUBMITTED PHOTO her drive onto the green, and Bille Chang from Mount Brenton ended up a little short, but her second shot was not far from the pin. “However, Deb’s second shot gently rolled into the hole for a birdie to win the playoff.” Worth noting is that this was Deb’s fourth — James Clarke win in a row at this event.

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The Canada Cup was a big learning curve, and that bodes well for the blue and white. From the bumpedbut-not-forgotten files, an update on Ballenas Secondary School standouts Dustin Rodriguez and Terrek Bryant. The pair made school history back in June by becoming the first local players ever selected to Team BC and to compete in the Football Canada Cup, an annual showcase for the best Under 18 players in the country. The 2011 Football Canada Cup was played out at the University of Lethbridge June 9 to 16 and marked the greatest number of provincial entries in FCC’s 17-year history with two teams from Ontario, and one team each from B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Québec and Nova Scotia. Established in 1884, Football Canada is the national governing body of amateur football in Canada

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Dustin Rodriguez, left, and Terrek Bryant are back home. Team BC opened with an 18-0 win over Manitoba. According to the tournament web site it was “a hard fought game that proved to be defensive battle in the first half, eventually British Columbia prevailed with a better offensive performance in the second half. With a good mix of rushing and passing, BC was able to score a field goal followed by two touchdowns to seal the game.” Top rushing performances came from Mason Swift, Terrell Davis and Matt Carney of B.C. The final game on day two was a battle as the West Coast gang lost game two 31-15 to Quebec. The game was tied 7-7 midway through the opening quarter when Quebec “began to open up their offence,” and went on to reel off 24 unanswered points over the next two quarters. The locals were in

the lineup and helped Team BC beat Ontario 14-1 in the bronze medal game. This is the second straight year B.C. has finished third in the country — Team BC won a bronze medal last year after a 10 year absence from the tournament. “It was fun, it was the best experience of my life,” said Dustin, adding that being part of the first B.C. team to medal at the Canada Cup, “was awesome ... everyone on the team was stoked.” Rodriguez had a couple quality touches, one of them a 30-yard reception, and he also booted a 30 yard field goal against Manitoba, and Terrek rotated in on the offensive line at both left and right tackle. “All the players were really good,” and said, pointing out the experience was an eye opener in terms of the talent level out there. Beyond becoming a better football player,

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the other big thing he took away from the experience he said, “was making a bunch of new friends.” Conditions in Lethbridge were ‘really hot’ with slight winds. The venue, he said “was really nice, but it was like a 20 minute walk to get to our field, every game, and it sucked.” Asked his take on competing on the national stage and Terrek confirmed, “it was a great experience. It taught me a lot. I learned tons from the other players.” Both players are going into their senior year, and both say they’re looking to run with what they learned playing for Team BC in their final campaign with the Ballenas Secondary School Whalers. Whalers’ co-head coach Jeremy Conn said he and his counterpart Sean Hines “have noticed Dustin seems more focused, more intense (since

returning home). We’re hopping it’s going to help them take their game to another level, not just in performance but in leadership.” Rodriguez was hampered with a bone spur last year and spent most of last season in an air cast. Contacted for his take on our two local players just prior to the tournament, Team BC assitant coach Dino Geremia said, “Dustin is a talented receiver with good speed and a knack to get open. He also will play a huge role for us on special teams, kicking and returning; ultimately his versatility helped him make the team and will lead to the team’s success. “Terrek Bryant is a good-sized O lineman that will be a part of a strong group. He has range and a little nasty which will be great assets for the team.” GRID BITS The Whalers (both seniors and juniors) start no-gear practices Mon., Aug. 15. Full-gear workouts get underway on Aug. 22. The seniors’ first pre-season game is in Nanaimo Sept. 9 in a 3:30 p.m. kick-off against the NAnaimo District Secondary School Islanders. The junior Whalers host the Lord Tweedsmuir Panthers from Cloverdale the following day (1 p.m. kickoff). “They’re a TripleA team, so it’s a big challenge for us,” said coach Conn.

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