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While the recent Vancouver Stanley Cup riots took place, a smaller but equally brutal attack was made in Coombs where 20 rabbits from the sanctuary at the World Parrot Refuge were massacred. Susan Vickery, founder of the animal welfare charity that looks after the rabbits said she was horrified when she showed up early the next morning to discover a dead rabbit laying outside the entrance to the sanctuary.
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While the recent Vancouver Stanley Cup riots took place, a smaller but equally brutal attack was made in Coombs where 20 rabbits from the sanctuary at the World Parrot Refuge were massacred. Susan Vickery, founder of the animal welfare charity that looks after the rabbits said she was horrified when she showed up early the next morning to discover a dead rabbit laying outside the entrance to the sanctuary. “That was my first clue and then when I looked inside all the ravens and crows were pulling apart the dead bodies.” Vickery said she is certain it was a person and not an animal
that did the damage, climbing over and damaging fences to get access to the rabbits who were locked safely in their pens. At first she went numb, she said, as she spends countless hours with the rabbits and treats them like her own pets. She was unable to report the incident at first, she said, trying to gather her composure, and scared about the safety of the other 600 or so rabbits that were rescued from the University of Victoria and live at the sanctuary. “It took me awhile, I can’t explain it,” she said. “Just feeling very depressed and unhappy and confused.” Vickery looked for evidence suggesting it could have been an animal, but the way the fences were
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Charity founder horrified at rabbit deaths By LISSA ALEXANDER NEWS REPORTER
Twenty rabbits were killed and property damaged recently at the Coombs sanctuary where around 600 rescued rabbits live. damaged and the little amount of evidence left behind, she believes the rabbits were crushed to death under someone’s boots. A baby goose who was housed in a pen with
two rabbits managed to survive, while his pen mates did not. Since the incident took place a surveillance system has been donated along with and alarm system
and a technician has volunteered to install them. Also an employee of the World Parrot Refuge, on the same grounds as the sanctuary, has moved into
the cottage located yards from the sanctuary, to keep an eye on the grounds. Vickery said all this has made her feel more at ease about the remaining rabbits. The welfare charity Vickery founded is called Earth Animal Humane Education and Rescue Society (EARS). She is currently involved in a project in Canmore, Alberta where there is an over abundance of feral rabbits. She is assisting a group there set up a similar sanctuary and offering her experience. For more information or to make a donation to EARS visit www.earthanimalrights.org. This story was
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VICTORIA — A task force report that calls on B.C. to bolster its protection of species at risk doesn’t go far enough, environmental groups say. Critics call the 16 recommendations vague and lacking teeth. The Species At Risk Task Force report concludes the extremely large number of species assessed at risk – 1,900 and rising – means B.C. should shift from a focus on individual species to a broader ecosystembased approach when considering new development. — Black Press
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VICTORIA — An ex-provincial bureaucrat who led B.C.’s troubled eHealth program has pleaded guilty to one charge of breach of trust. Ron Danderfer, a former assistant deputy minister of health, faces a sentencing hearing July 14 for accepting benefits beyond what is permitted by government policy. — Black Press
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Death of Errington man called murder ERRINGTON — Police have officially confirmed the death of 47-year-old Douglas Trebble of Errington was murder. Trebble’s body was discovered a week ago by a neighbour in his trailer in the Pine Estates trailer park on Bowlby Road in Errington. In a media release, Cpl. Darren Lagan, Island District RCMP media officer, stated police have evidence to suggest there was a fight in the man’s trailer. They would not reveal more about that evidence. An autopsy was conducted on July 6 by the BC Coroner Service. The preliminary findings of the autopsy have been shared with investigators, said police. A cause of death was determined, indicat-
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of the residents he knew avoided Trebble because of his alleged drug use and ties to drug dealers. “I kinda figured something like this might happen some day,” said the neighbour, who did not want to be named. “There was blood all over his door.” The neighbour said few people were around on Friday, July 1, with some out to take in the Canada Day events in Parksville that night. He added there had been fights at Trebble’s home in the past including one that saw Trebble come into the neighbour’s home with a broken nose. Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Oceanside RCMP at 250-248-6111. — Steven Heywood
City seeks qualified consultants By AUREN RUVINSKY NEWS REPORTER The City of Parksville has approved a new mass Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) process and are looking for the first round of applications. The city issued its first request for SOQs last week. The program was developed by Robert Harary, the city’s new director of engineering and operations. They are looking
for consulting firms interested in working with the city to fill out standardized statements for the service areas they are interest in, which will then be kept on file and brought up as projects begin. This replaces the old system of putting out individual requests for proposals (RFPs) for every individual project. Council can still use the RFP process when they want and are still required to do so on contracts over
$100,000. The city is now requesting new SOQs from qualified consultants for the term September 1, 2011 through December 31, 2013. Firms will still be able to apply and update their information after the first round of applications. For more details check http:// parksville.ca/cms. asp?wpID=379, available on the city’s website (parksville.ca) under the “business” tab.
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Castles in the Sun
Thousands of people come to Parksville each summer to see the sand castles.
Quality Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting competition in Parksville starts Friday / Pick up THE NEWS’ booklet for more By AUREN RUVINSKY NEWS REPORTER
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arksville’s biggest summer event is gearing up to welcome over 100,000 visitors, starting this weekend, including sand sculptors from around the world. Trish Smith, event manager for the 12th annual Quality Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition said last week they were in the “last minute panic stage,” of preparations, but they are getting a lot of support and things are falling into place. While a lot of work goes into an event of that size, Smith said they always get a lot of community support and this year the response was tremendous — from sponsors, volunteers and non-profit groups who help run the site over the extended four week viewing period. Smith said the trouble this year was narrowing down the 30 non-profit organizations that applied for 12 spots running the gate and sharing in the donations. She said it was nice to be able to select from so many worthy groups and chose based on who they know already gives back a lot to the community. Last year participating groups shared $42,000 in donations, making it the biggest annual source of
income for some. The special sand comes in Thursday for the big “pound up” on Friday. The main competition takes place this Saturday and Sunday at the site in Parksville Community
This year’s competitors come from three provinces, two U.S. states and five countries including Mexico, The Netherlands and Latvia. As the only Canadian qualifier for the world championship in Fort My-
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Friday, July 15, viewing ou tside the gate 8 a.m. to 4 p.m s . — pound up starts (makin forms & fillin g g them) Saturday, Ju ly 16 8 a.m. — sand sculpting star ts 2 to 9 p.m. — GATES OPEN 5:30 p.m. — C ompetitors st op working Sunday, July 16 7:30 a.m. — st art building 9 a.m. to 9 p.m . — GATES O PEN 3 p.m. — end of carving 3:15 to 4:45 p.m . — judging 5:30 p.m. — an nouncement of winners Park and the gated exhibition remains open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily until August 14. “We are getting some of the biggest sculptors in the world again as the event continues to build a name for itself,” Smith said, adding they like to give them creative freedom. There is no theme this year, giving the world class artists the space to let their creativity flow. They have had themes in the past to coincide with other big events, like the Winter Olympics, she said, but otherwise like to leave it open.
ers Beach, Florida in November, the sculptors will hope to be in top form. The cash prizes this year total $32,000, including a top prize of $8,000 to the winning team and $4,100 to the top individual. Each of the three teams win a prize as do the top five soloists. This year organizers are focusing on creating more of an ongoing festive atmosphere throughout the month. “When we talk to people we hear we need more things for the locals to do,” said Smith, admitting once locals saw the
sculptures there was little reason for them to go back in past years. “This summer we’d like to grow the event by offering more of a festive atmosphere,” Smith said. “We are planning to organize a massive family-oriented entertainment weekend, with a large stage set up on the kite field, and we are also looking to showcase smaller local groups and soloists in the gazebo by the water for the rest of the summer.” There are still the existing complimentary events like the Kite Festival this weekend (July 16 and 17, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.), the big Oceanside Overdrive car show (July 31, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.), the Quality Foods Fireworks (Aug. 13) and Kidfest on the closing weekend (Aug. 14, 9 a.m. 4 p.m.). They also encourage people to check out activities like Tuesday and Wednesday evening beach volleyball and the Summer By the Sea Street Market on Craig Street Tuesday evenings and take full advantage of the park from the Lions’ Ventureland children’s water park, sports facilities and the famous beach itself. To all that, organizers are branching out and adding more of their own events starting with the Artisan at the Beach market on Sunday, July 24, a Big Splash Entertainment Weekend Aug. 5 to 7 and ongoing busking.
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While the entertainment weekend is all booked, they are still accepting artisans for the market, which is filling fast, and a wide variety of musicians and street performers to busk in the gazebo on the beach, beside the sculptures. To apply as a busker or artisan contact her at 250-951-2678. Attendance at the site has increased steadily over its 11 year history, climbing to 99,000 last year, so Smith said they
are optimistic they will break the 100,000 milestone this year, pushing the cumulative total over three quarters of a million since 1999. The 2011 sand carving and competition takes place this weekend and the gated exhibition remains open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily until August 14. Most activities are free but they ask for a suggested donation of $2.50 per person to help keep the event running.
Lunch with the castles Organizers are taking reservations for groups (minimum of eight people) for lunch at the beach, alongside the sand sculptures. Contact info@ parksvillebeachfest.ca for more information. $10 per person includes a healthy lunch and tour of the beautiful sculptures.
Ambassadors at the gate Visitors to the sand sculpting site will be greeted by various community volunteers representing non-profit organizations. This year the following non-profit organizations will greet visitors: 1. Parksville Curling Club 2. Shrine Club Parksville and Qualicum Beach 3. Ladies Aux. #49 Royal Canadian Legion 4. Lions Club Parksville 5. Oceanside Hospice 6. Elks Parksville and Qualicum Beach 7. Mount Arrowsmith Search and Rescue 8. Xi Delta Pi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi 9. Preceptor Delta Zeta 10. Knights of Columbus 11. Parksville Rotary Club (noon) 12. Parksville Lioness Club. To learn more about the event, the solo and team castle builders, other summer events surrounding the castles, pick up a copy of THE NEWS’ 2011 Quality Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting competition keepsake booklet, available at the gate.
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lease don’t send any more feral rabbits to Coombs. Their safety simply cannot be guaranteed. Some 20 rabbits were stomped or crushed to death last month — the news of which has only recently come out. These are the rabbits taken from the grounds of the University of Victoria not long ago, and brought to Coombs to be spayed or neutered, and to live out the rest of their natural lives. That wasn’t quick enough for someone, who broke into the enclosure and killed a bunch of the animals there. It’s a disgraceful act that, should the person(s) responsible be caught, needs to be punished to the fullest extent of the law — with years of psychotherapy thrown in for good measure. The presence of the rabbits has in itself been controversial. They broke out of their enclosure not long ago, enraging a neighbour with a farm, who — on the advice of the province — hired a contractor to kill those rabbits on their property. That simply made rabbit rage the statusquo. The goal of the rabbits’ caretaker, Susan Vickery, is to ensure they have a safe, secure place to live. After all, it’s not the rabbits’ fault. Some people would rather see them dead, calling them vermin and pests. That’s not really the point of Vickery’s exercise. Most people would rather they live out their natural lives and not be subjected to cruelty. Fair enough, but it is also cruelty to allow non-native species of animals to impact the local environment. From these rabbits to bullfrogs and more, it’s human interference that has led to these creature discomforts. The work of Vickery is only one way to let people — who started this mess to begin with — show a little compassion and make things right again. The actions of people to hasten the rabbits’ demise, is simply ignorant cruelty that deserves our scorn. — editorial by Steven Heywood
I haven’t had a bath in years; the tub isn’t what it used to be
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h, the pleasures of the bath. It didn’t take humankind very long to cotton on to the luxury of a leisurely soak in an oversized bucket of unusually warm water. The Japanese and Turks figured it out a few centuries ago. For Ancient Greeks and Romans, a sojourn at the public baths was frequently the social highlight of the day. And today? Sorry, too busy. Public baths are quaint, bordering on extinct. Filling a tub just for oneself is too finicky, environmentally wasteful and takes far too long. There’s just enough time for a quick spritz under the shower head and then it’s back to the rat race. We used to surrender to the pleasure of ‘drawing a bath’. Now, it’s more like a NASCAR pit stop. Bathtubs have become 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.
something you try not to slip in while showering. That helps to explain why bathtubs are disappearing. Rooms in Holiday Inns used to have tubs in every bathroom. From now on only 55 per cent of their new hotel rooms will feature tubs. It’s a trend. Marriot Hotels forecasts that soon 75 per cent of the rooms they rent will be ‘showers only’. “Most business people are on the run and take a quick shower,” says Marriot vice-president Bill Barrie. “There’s no time for baths.” I ‘tch tch’ this development strictly on principle. The fact is, I haven’t had a bath in years. It’s not that I’m a big shower fan or a time-management fa-
natic — it’s just that the bathtub ain’t what it used to be. I grew up with those massive, castiron water-guzzling clawfoot tubs that occupied an entire By wall of the bathArthur room. They took Black ten minutes to fill, but you wound up reclining like a sultan with the water up to your lower lip. The hot and cold water taps were down by your feet and they had big knurly knobs on them, the better to be manipulated — make that ‘toe-nipulated’ — to keep the water piping hot. It was pretty ingenious and delightful as human inventions go. And then some designer fool came along and decided that bathtubs weren’t svelte enough. They went plastic, lowered the profile, squinched up the dimensions
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and added water jets and moulded soap dishes. The result? The modern bathtub. Once you’ve folded in your legs and hunched in your torso you’re lucky if the water level reaches your navel. Much nicer lines than the old clawfoot of course; a sexier ‘silhouette’ I suppose — but a lousier experience. The irony is, psychologists are discovering that people actually need the pleasures of a hot bath — need it, in fact, even more than we used to. Researchers at Yale studied 400 people between the ages of 18 and 65 and discovered that modern folks use hot baths and showers as a way to connect with, not escape from the world around them. “The lonelier we get, the more we substitute the missing social warmth with physical warmth,” says psychologist John Bargh. “We don’t know why we’re doing it, but it helps.”
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Well, no offense Doctor Bargh, but I know why we’re doing it — because it harms no one, won’t frighten the horses, contains no calories and feels fabulous. A lot cheaper than a pricey odyssey with a psychoanalyst too. Nobody put it better than Susan Glassee who wrote, “I can’t think of any sorrow that a hot bath wouldn’t help just a little bit.” Amen to that. Alas, I fear the glory days of the real bathtub are behind it. Nearly a century and a half behind, to be precise. The modern bathtub was invented in 1850. Alexander Graham Bell made the first telephone call to Watson, his assistant in 1875. Just think. There were 25 glorious years when you could soak in the tub without having the phone ring.
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LETTERS Campbell sent blood pressure up Recently, I visited my doctor to renew prescriptions for blood pressure medication. My regular doctor was on vacation and his locum advised me that my blood pressure was as good as that of a 20-year-old. I exclaimed it’s a great pity that his youthful diagnosis does not extend to areas above my neck and below my belt. During my drive home to tell my wife what a healthy husband she has, my blood pressure suddenly went sky-high as I heard on the radio the prime minister is about to appoint Gordon Campbell as High Commissioner to U.K. Whatever have British Columbians done to enrage the PM so much that he would give us all such a nasty back-handed slap across our collective kissers? Campbell had become the most despised and untrustworthy politician in B.C., if not in Canada, when he resigned last fall. With his popularity already at an historic low, a futile attempt to improve it with a $240,000 television address further depleted his poll numbers into single digits. The following week he made a very ignominious departure from politics. Now he’s being given the grand reward of accreditation to the Court of St. James’s? Of all the many worthy Canadians to choose from, it really sends my blood pressure through the roof to think that The Harpercrite-In-Chief would use such crass political patronage in appointing one of such dubious character to represent our country.
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Bring balance back to our lives The two wooded areas on either side of Arbutus Road in Qualicum Beach are gems. One has municipality maintained trails. On the other side of Arbutus, a few dedicated local residents have beautifully maintained another system of trails. The town, in its long term planning for green space, whether by accident or design, has been
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s a small business owner I would like to point out something that, I think, has not been raised in the HST — PST debate yet. I was registered with, and collected the GST for the federal government for 10 tears, after which my annual gross business income fell below the $30,000 minimum and I de-registered. It was a huge relief to be able to do so, and even though it was necessary to add the GST into the material costs to my customers, it created no significant problems. I still retained my provincial tax number and could purchase material wholesale from suppliers. When the Campbell government announced the switch to the HST they said it would help small business by eliminating tax on goods and materials including those used for the business. What they failed to make clear was that in order to have that privilege it would be necessary to re-register with the federal HST even though my business income is well below the old $30,000 level. This means that I will have to charge my clients 12 per cent on everything, goods and labour, from now on, making my services that much more expensive. Not a good business move at all. So this propaganda about making things easier on small business is just that, propaganda, not truth. Oh, and by the way, what is usually referred to as the old PST, was actually the SST, the social services tax, which was created to pay for, you guessed it, social services in this province, something that I think we should retain provincial control over. Look at the current situation: in order to bribe B.C. residents into accepting this new tax burden, the provincial government has to wait two years before the feds will change the rate, it is folly!
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e ceptionall far sighted. sighted exceptionally Walking the trails, surrounded by forest and silence, is a calming and peaceful experience. A brisk, or leisurely walk, quietly attuning to nature, relaxes the body and re-energizes physically, mentally and spiritually, in preparation for whatever the day may present. I can think of no better therapy for today’s stresses and complexities, than the calming influence of being immersed in nature. Although not “Luddites” (opposed to technology), many firmly believe the use of technol-
og has overwhelmed o er helmed much of ogy our daily lives. A disconnect from others and our environment may result in feelings of isolation, a general unhappiness, and a spiritual longing. Parents would be wise to ensure their children experience and value the quietness and normalcy provided in nature. It can be a stabilizing anchor in times of “tough going” we all experience along life’s path. I occasionally wonder if many in society are no longer comfortable with quiet and stillness, or to be alone with their own thoughts. Most have experienced so little
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of it; nevertheless, I’m optimistic that the pendulum swing will eventually bring balance back into our lives again.
Vic Petersen Qaulicum Beach
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Catching more flies with honey Peter Bolton (Mine opponents use metal tools, THE NEWS, July 1) does not understand the concept that it is easier to persuade people if you use positive encouragement than if you are confrontational, or you can “catch more flies with honey than with vinegar,” because he is so convinced of his paradigm he cannot conceive or appreciate an alternative approach. He is correct that the UNESCO Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Reserve (MABR) does not use his negative berating tactic to promote conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, but rather commends positive steps community members take towards the ultimate goal of living sustainably together on our planet. Berating will change nothing; it will just cause people to isolate themselves from criticism to protect their lifestyles, livelihoods, family, and cultural values.
Cindy Hutchison Qualicum Beach
HST in B.C. is not a done deal There has been much discussion of the HST in the paper. I wish to add what I feel has been an absent perspective. I am not concerned about the amount we are paying or will pay in future. I am not pleased that this is a shift of tax from business to ordinary worker, but even that concerns me less than the transfer of sales tax decision making from Victoria to Ottawa. It is fashionable to speak of local food and local shopping. What about local governance? I have heard that it’s a done deal. It is not. That is why we are having a referendum.
Charles Sigmund Parksville
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• Thank you for your generous donation, Parksville Bottle and Recycling Depot, it will pay a portion of our music venue for this 2011 season. Thank you for all your community support, you’re amazing.
Errington Farmers Market Assn.
• The Parksville Fire Department held a Muscular Dystrophy Boot Drive fundraiser June 18. We would like to thank Thrifty Foods for letting us host this event there. Thanks to the residents and visitors for their kind contributions which totalled $1,681. Thanks to Lefty’s who provided coffee. We will be holding another Boot Drive in September.
Liz Olson, Office Assistant Parksville VFD
• Muchas graciaus to Qualicum Beach Elementary for their donations of books and supplies. Thank you to Joanne, a teacher, and Leanna, the principal and to the four hearty boys with their instructor who carried the loot. The materials will go to Peruvian students and schools that don’t have libraries.
Norma Emerson BCTF Peru Brigade Qualicum Beach
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Biosphere reser ve approach needs a fair shake
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ecently, the International Advisory Committee for the Man and Biosphere Programme in Paris, France declared that Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Reserve does not meet the statutory framework criteria for biosphere reserves. We could lose the designation if an overall strategy and action plan is not prepared and implemented by 2013. Why should we care? If UNESCO takes away our des-
ignation, it will be the first in Canada to wear the unwelcome label of a de-listed biosphere reserve. More importantly, it is a lost opportunity to try a new way of making communities work well for everyone. I say “new” because we have yet to give it a fair shake in Oceanside, even though the biosphere reserve is now more than 10 years old. The common thread woven through well-functioning biosphere reserves is keeping nature
healthy, making a decent living, and having a good quality of life. These are considered equally important and mutually reinforcing. The biosphere reserve organization — in this case the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Foundation — plays a unique role by building connections. These bridges of trust are progressively built with all levels of government, community organizations of all stripes, and the private sector. It may do this by co-
ordinating or partnering on projects, by gathering scientific, traditional and local information that will help inform decisions, or by gathering people together to find common ground or to innovate.
We were tricked
to hear the premier address the lack of health care services in our community and to hear from residents about the needs of their families. Unfortunately, we left the meeting no further ahead. In fact,
it felt as if we were tricked into attending a Liberal campaign rally as the premier pleaded for the re-election of her MLA; took cheap shots at the NDP leader, Adrian Dix, for his stand on her party’s imposi-
tion of the HST; and, scolded those of us in our community who oppose the Raven mine. Please, may we have a little more integrity in our public consultation processes?
The public meeting on health care in Qualicum Beach was a major disappointment. It was billed as an opportunity
Guest Shot By Holly Clarmont
The catalyst and unique element is the bridging organization, which differs from nearly every other type of organization in that it doesn’t choose sides in any dispute, and it doesn’t engage in debate. It facilitates dialogue, which is much different than debate, as its intent is to increase understanding on all sides — not to win an argument. It must religiously adhere to this neutral position, or risk losing the bridges of trust. It takes a long time to
Barry Avis Qualicum Beach
Promises, promises There was recently a large ad, asking “Would you rather
build trust, and an instant to crumble it. Some people have a great deal of difficulty with Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Foundation accepting this as its mandate, as they feel UNESCO, and by default the Foundation should stand up for nature. Nature is an underdog that has taken too many hits already. Yet other biosphere reserves report that nature appreciation and protection is best fostered by navigating around confrontation, gathering and sharing
information, bringing attention to people who are prospering by treating nature well, and providing opportunities for connection and dialogue. There are many advocacy organizations, but very few groups that can play that crucial bridging role. The biosphere reserve is special, and deserves not only “saving” but all of our efforts to make it grow and prosper.
pay 10% HST or 12% GST/PST?” I would like to point out that A) the 10 per cent would be applied to quite a few items that would be taxed at only the PST rate under the GST/ PST system; and B)
the reduction of the HST to 10 per cent is being promised to us by the same people who promised us that there would be no HST in the first place. Think about it.
— Holly Clarmont is a member of the MABR.
Before you vote, understand the referendum question: Are you in favour of extinguishing the HST and reinstating the PST in conjunction with the GST?
NO. To bring back the GST & PST at 12%, vote YES. To lower the HST from 12% to 10%, vote
Decide for yourself. Learn more at HSTinBC.ca
Anna Runnings Qualicum Beach
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City Services New Water Conservation Levels The City has new water conservation levels which let residents water every other day but with progressively less time per conservation level. The four-level water conservation system allows for greater flexibility for homeowners, businesses and strata developments and provides consistency in the region and also lowers maximum day water demands. This change eliminates the 1am to 4am time slot for automatic sprinklers. Detailed information on the new water conservation levels is on the City’s website under Quicklinks, Water Conservation.
Water Conservation Level 2 Now In Effect Effective July 5, even numbered addresses may water on even numbered days and odd numbered addresses may water on odd numbered days (every other day frequency). It is important to note that with all conservation levels, the watering times or window to water is 6am to 10am and 6pm to 10pm. Level 2 allows a total of four hours allocated watering per day.
Grant-in-Aid Applications Subject to the provisions of Grant-in-Aid Applications Policy 3.26, the City may provide direct financial assistance to community groups and organizations for events that benefit our citizens and visitors. Non-profit organizations wishing to apply should obtain a copy of the policy to ensure their submission meets the criteria. Copies of the policy and application form may be obtained at City Hall or downloaded from the What’s New page on the City‘s website. The Grant-in-Aid Select Committee will review the applications and make recommendations to Council. Council is not obligated to allocate any or all of the $2,500 budgeted funds. Incomplete applications will be returned and applications which are not resubmitted by the deadline date in correct form will not be considered. Deadline is 4pm, September 2, 2011. Submission may be made in person or by mail to the Administration Department, City Hall.
Coffee with Council Regularly scheduled Coffee with Council will not be held in July and August but will start up again on Thursday, September 8 (2 to 4pm). The first evening session is scheduled for Monday, September 12 from 6 to 8pm (second Monday of each month). Coffee with Council continues to be a successful way for residents to chat informally with Council; to ask questions, discuss issues and offer suggestions. Over the summer, Acting Mayor Burger is available to speak with residents, please call him directly at 250 954-4661.
Around The City Moon Over Mount Arrowsmith
The Pym Street flowerbed has a new design and we’d like to let you know how it came to be. Thanks to Warren Payne with the Parks Department for the details. This year’s design depicts Mount Arrowsmith with the foothills below and a sunset sky above. Connie Watts, the artist responsible for the sculpture at Hwy 19A and McMillan Street, generously allowed the City to use the moon design from Kinship of Play in this annual bed. Over the winter, Warren worked with a City welder to design the stand and so that the moon glows at night, it was made from a white lexan panel. Ordered in November for arrival in May, annuals include two types of alyssum, three types of wax begonias and two types of marigolds. The design is edged with grass to allow for maintenance and at the same time, add definition to the design. Once the bed is planted, Warren starts the design process all over again, trying to keep it simple so that the design is immediately evident at 50 kmph. The Parks Department loves receiving comments from residents and visitors who enjoy the Pym Street flowerbed.
Parksville’s Beachfest The City is a proud sponsor of the 2011 Quality Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition organized by the Parksville Beach Festival Society. The competition starts on July 16 with events running through August 14 with a special entertainment weekend, August 5 to 7. Beachfest is an exciting part of our summer and we look forward to welcoming the thousands of visitors to Parksville.
Get on the Parksville Free Bus The Parksville Downtown Business Association Free Bus which runs until September 3, connects residents and visitors to shops, restaurants and services around Parksville. Starting at the Visitor Centre next to the Parksville Museum, the bus passes by tourist accommodations along the way to downtown Parksville. The bus operates Monday to Saturday 10.30am to 6:25pm and on Tuesdays from 1.30pm to 9:25pm to accommodate the Summer by the Sea Street Market. The schedule is available at www.parksvilledowntown.ca, by phone 1-866-986-3466 and on brochures around the City.
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City Services Back in the Fold The City is pleased that Alan Metcalf is back in the fold as Manager of Operations. With Mike Squire’s recent appointment as AWS Program Manager, Al once again assumes the responsibility for operations of the City. Al was the City’s Manager of Operations from 2004 to 2009 when he was appointed Director of Engineering and Operations. Al left the City in March 2010 to work with the City of Port Moody as Manager of Operations, but kept his home in the Parksville area. Al has more than thirty years experience in engineering and operations, having worked with the cities of North Vancouver, Nanaimo, Port Moody and Courtenay. He can be reached at 250 248-5412.
Election 2011 Local government elections will be held on November 19. The City’s website has complete election details that include information for candidates as well as requirements to vote in a municipal election. There’s an “Elections Info” quicklink at www.parksville.ca.
City Dates July 12 July 14 July 14 July 18 July 21 August 1 August 3 August 11 August 15 August 18
OCP Citizens Advisory Committee OCP Community Advisory Committee Advisory Design Panel Council and Committee of the Whole Advisory Planning Commission BC Day - office closed Council and COTW (cancelled) Advisory Design Panel Council and Committee of the Whole Advisory Planning Commission
The public is encouraged to attend Council and Committee of the Whole meetings held during the summer months, on the third Monday at 6pm. Please refer to the City’s website to confirm times, dates and for agendas. The public is welcome to observe the meetings of any advisory committee.
How to Reach Council MAYOR Acting Mayor Chris R Burger ............................................ 250 954-4661
COUNCILLORS Al Greir.........................................................................250 248-1285 Marc Lefebvre .............................................................250 248-2292 Teresa C Patterson ......................................................250 954-9488 Susan E Powell............................................................250 951-1082 Carrie Powell-Davidson ...............................................250 954-3758
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Asia-Pacific project marches on; and more
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ere are a few items that didn’t make the daily news cycle as B.C. residents prepared for the longawaited summer of 2011 to begin. • After her meeting with Prime Minister Stephen Harper in Ottawa last week, Premier Christy Clark delivered a luncheon
speech to the Economic Club of Toronto. Her big talking point was the rise of the Asia-Pacific region, “the fastestgrowing middle class in the history of humanity.” The theme ran through her pitch to the federal government for a share of Ottawa’s largest-ever shipbuilding contract,
and her recent meeting with western premiers in Yellowknife. No word on how Clark’s enthusiasm for the West as Canada’s economic engine of the future went over with the Bay Street crowd. • After the speech, Clark took the wheel of a Chevy Volt electric car for a spin
B.C. Views By Tom Fletcher around Toronto with a GM Canada vice-pres-
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ident riding shotgun. She pronounced the car “fantastic technology.” This is pertinent as B.C. residents get ready to pay the latest increase in B.C.’s carbon tax. Effective July 1, the tax on a litre of gasoline rises from 4.45 cents to 5.56, with comparable increases to other carbon fuels. Clark has inherited Gordon Campbell’s aggressive climate change-clean energy agenda, and it’s not yet clear what will become of it. She has committed to the last consumer carbon tax increase in 2012 (up to 6.67 cents on a litre of gas), but the fate of
the big hydroelectric push remains uncertain. • Campbell’s pending appointment as Canada’s high commissioner in the United Kingdom should warm the hearts of conspiracy theorists. The story broke when Clark was in Ottawa, and when reporters asked for her take on the appointment, her first comment was that he’ll be a big help in negotiating a free trade agreement with the European Union. Students of Bill Vander Zalm will know that he sees the harmonized sales tax
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A MESSAGE FROM YOUR MLA As your representative in the Legislature I want to explain some of the reasons why I am voting “YES” to scrap the HST.
Families pay 7% more for hundreds of items that previously had no PST these include: - haircuts - a daily coffee - fees for kid s sports programs - amusement parks - theatres - club memberships - bicycles - school supplies - energy ef.cient appliances - home renovations - food producing plants in your garden - and much much, more...
Scott Fraser MLA Alberni-Paci c Rim www.scottfrasermla.com
It s a $1.9 billion tax shift to families from large corporations.
The HST hurts small business. When our dollars don t go as far businesses see a drop in sales.
You can t trust the Liberal government.
VOTE YES B.C.
X
and EU trade as an effort to impose world government and set B.C.’s sales tax rate in Europe. Early in his goofy anti-HST campaign, Vander Zalm claimed this was plan B for world government after the conspirators failed to impose a global carbon tax. If the HST is a conspiracy, it’s a mighty big one. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon never tires of reminding people that 140 countries already have value-added taxes, including China and those other AsiaPacific tigers that are dominating the world economy. • Douglas College in New Westminster and the Heilongjiang Institute of Science and Technology in Harbin, China have celebrated the graduation of 137 students in their dual-degree business administration program. The program began in 2003, with an exchange of instructors. At the Harbin campus, students take 52 courses to qualify them as specialists in global financial markets and international banking. • By last year, there were 94,000 international students in K-12, post-secondary and language schools in B.C. According to the advanced education ministry, if considered an export service, international education is B.C.’s fifth largest export, accounting for seven per cent of exports from the province. Meanwhile in B.C., discussion of international trade still tends to revolve around lumber and logs. And according to a recent poll, Vander Zalm is still considered by many to be an authority on trade and taxes. It’s time to join the world’s adult conversation. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress. ca twitter.com/tomfletcherbc.
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Resident concerns lead to action on rural roads Transportation ministry adds Parker and other rural roads to hard surface priority list By AUREN RUVINSKY NEWS REPORTER Around 30 residents of the Parker Road area southwest of Qualicum Beach signed a petition to the Ministry of Transportation with complaints about the high traffic and level of service on the area’s dirt roads. Donna Paravicini,
whose family has owned land along Parker Road for more than 40 years, has a thick file of correspondence with Ministry of Transportation and government authorities requesting increased maintenance and attention. “The best solution would be chipsealing,” she said, referring to the spraying and layering
of gravel, which is cheaper than asphalt and sometimes done to dirt roads, also called seal coating. When Paravicini called an impromptu meeting with residents and ministry officials last summer at the corner of Parker and Pillard roads, around 15 residents showed up with complaints and were looking for details. Paravicini started with a bundle of e-mail exchanges with the ministry and asked why she had
been told accident rates don’t play a part in their road classification system, which determine the amount of maintenance a road gets. Barbara Thomas, a ministry representative, responded that there simply are no accurate accident statistics kept for rural roads, so they can’t reliably use that as a regular part of the process. A report from ICBC said there were five accidents reported to them in 2004 to 2008
cident rates and the impact of things like school bus routes on decisions to upgrade a road, ministry spokesman Jeff Knight said by e-mail that the roads, “are on a prioritized list for possible inclusion in the ministry’s Hard Surfacing Program. Along with other identified roads in the Vancouver Island District, the program is reviewed annually and roads are analyzed as funding becomes available.”
As a result they increased the summer road maintenance classification to Class 5, which according to their policy, covers roads of 100 to 500 VPD, leading to more grading and service. The winter classification and service levels were not changed from Class C, which includes school bus and truck routes not included in Class B, which starts at 1,000 VPD. In response to recent questions from THE NEWS about ac-
on Parker, Page, Pillar and Kaplar roads and Paravicini said there were others not reported. In February 2008, a school bus slid off the road and was damaged but there were no injuries. The ministry officials referred to an old traffic count that found 100 cars a day on Parker, but as a result of the meeting they did a new count in September 2010 and found an average of 287 vehicles per day (VPD).
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Enjoy a week of Harr y Potter PARKSVILLE — All this week (July 11 to 14), the Parksville Community and Conference Centre is showing Harry Potter films on its big screen. It’s Harry Potter Week, in advance of the next installment of the Deathly Hollows finalé. Watch all of the Potter films to date and get ready for the release of the final movie on July 15. The movies started Monday night and continue tonight (July 12) at 5:30 p.m. (Chamber of Secrets), with a second show at 8 p.m. (Prisoner of Azkaban). They continue Wed., July 13 at 5:30 (Goblet of Fire) and 8:30 p.m. (Order of Phoenix), and conclude Thurs., July 14 at 5:30 p.m. (Deathly Hollows, Part 1). Tickets are $10 nightly. Passes for the remaining movies are also available. Enter to win passes to the final Harry Potter movie in Nanaimo. For details, call 250-248-6234 or visit www. parksvillecentre.com. — THE NEWS
Parksville Lions Ventureland children’s playground in the Community Park, will add a climbing feature to the existing play area. PQ NEWS FILE PHOTO
City approves $20,000 for Lions park By AUREN RUVINSKY NEWS REPORTER City council agreed to support an addition to the Parksville Lions Club’s Ventureland children’s playground in Community Park. Club representatives
spoke to council on June 20 about their plans to add a new feature to the renown playground which currently has 80 individual features and draws families from all over Vancouver Island, they explained. “It’s great value for
our investment,” acting mayor Chris Burger told The News later, “it’s like we’re getting fifty-cent dollars,” he said of all the work the club does in fundraising for and maintaining the equipment. Lions Duane Round
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Morning Glor y students help Hamilton Marsh A Knit-A-Thon recently put on by the Morning Glory School in Hilliers, raised $550 for the Friends of French Creek Conservations Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (FFCCS) Hamilton Marsh Fund, aimed at conserving the diverse wetland area, located south of Qualicum Beach Hamilton Marsh is located within walking distance of the school. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What better cause?â&#x20AC;? asked Knit-aThon co-ordinator and parent Lisa Verbicky.
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Morning Glory School students, Milla and Kobe Verbicky, present Ceri Peacey with a cheque for the Hamilton Marsh fund. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in our eco-zone and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s part of our environment.â&#x20AC;? This was the second Knit-A-Thon that took place at the school, where 12 students collected pledges to knit or crochet. Last year the school raised $1,100 for the SOS Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s
Villages Canada, which helped children in Haiti following an earthquake there. The school is a non-profit society and Verbicky said it was nice to be able to give to another non-profit group. Ceri Peacey, president of FFCCS
Trust Foundation to help purchase the property from Island Timberlands was re-allocated to other projects, due to two years of inactivity from the landowners. There have been no new developments regarding the land since that time. Peacey said this makes it difficult
said although efforts to conserve Hamilton Marsh are at a standstill, people are still active in raising awareness for the 36 hectare wetland, surrounded by more than 360 hectares of second growth forest. In September last year grant money from the Habitat Conservation
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Burger stressed that the new agreement also makes it clear the facility should remain publicly-owned. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Public private partnerships arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a bad thing, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a useful tool,â&#x20AC;? he said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but when it comes to water we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to see a middle man, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where we draw the line.
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Soccer camp draws players to city The kids were having a ball down at Parksville Community Park again on Saturday as part of the long-running Soccertron
soccer camp. “It’s really good — you get to learn lots of stuff and its fun,” a sweaty and smiling eight-yearold Jeremy Pope replied clutching the ribbon he earned from the shoot-out competition.
This is the fourth year Jeremy and his family have come to Parksville to be part of Soccertron. “It’s going great,” confirmed Scott Metcalf, aka Coach Stretch, as the young footballers
broke for refreshments. “We have about 60 kids in the morning session, and 36 in the afternoon and about 28 full-dayers, and that’s up from last year — we even had a waiting list.” sports@pqbnews.com
Coombs Rodeo could be a year away from return Community organization is back in the black By JAMES CLARKE PQ NEWS SPORTS Going pro did the rodeo in, but a return to its amateur roots may be coming down the chute. In the meantime though, the Coombs Rodeo, which was cancelled last year after 32 years because of cost overruns, will not be back this summer. “We hoped we’d be able to pull it together but we didn’t have enough sponsors or volunteers ... it’s a money issue, plain and simple,” Coombs Community Organization president Sue O’Hare told THE NEWS, explaining it costs about $80,000 to put
on the rodeo, “and we just don’t have that kind of money. Not right now.” A popular amateur rodeo and part of summer in these parts since 1979, the Coombs Rodeo became a pro event on the BCRA circuit in 2009. “The stock provider that talked us into going pro needed one more event for him to get his pro ticket,” O’Hare explained when pressed for some insight into what happened. “We got talked into going pro and that’s what killed us. It was a mistake and that’s what put us in debt, so if we do go back, it will definitely be amateur; it won’t be a pro rodeo.” Numbers have also dwindled the past few years and the small
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Ref finally gets accolades Chris Herr is back home after picking up an unexpected award at the BC Hockey’s annual general meeting and awards banquet in Penticton. Herr, the Referee in Chief for Oceanside Minor Hockey, made the trip to the Okanagan June 25. Also making the trip was OMHA president Greg Sabo, and OMHA coach co-ordinator Mark Norris. As the story goes, the three of them were at the back of the black tie banquet in dress shirts and shorts and watching the awards portion of the evening when Herr was honored by BC Hockey in the officiating category with the development award, for having the top program for training hockey officials/ referees in the entire province of B.C. Keep in mind there are some 200 minor hockey associations in the province. “It was a blast — I had no idea I was even up for an award so yeah darn near fell off my chair,” Herr, 42, chuckled when THE NEWS caught up with him, adding, “apparently the head referee of BC Hockey called my wife two weeks prior and told her about the award
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OMHA referee-in-chief Chris Herr shows off the hardware presented to him by Hockey BC in Penticton recently. and had her send some pictures, and she kept it a secret all that time. I had no idea.” There were around 500 people in attendance including Ida Chong, Minister of Sport, as well as former Canuck Dave Babych. Herr is going into his fifth year as a zebra and just coming off his first year as Referee in Chief for OMHA. Herr was awarded
a small but heavy keepsake engraved granite trophy. He said he was told he had a few nominations but isn’t sure who was behind them. “Oh yeah, for sure — my cheeks were sore for days from smiling,” he said when asked if hearing his name called felt good. “Like I’ve said a million times, I never ever do this job for the recognition or for the money, but it was definitely an honour
to be recognized. “For me it’s all about the kids,” he said, adding, “I enjoy watching them grow, watching them excel and get better at what they do — that’s what I take out of it.” Herr oversaw 46 referees aged 12-60 last year “and I’m probably only gong to lose two of them which is great. The normal turnover for refs is around 25 per cent, and that speaks volumes about not only me, but the whole program.” In preparation for the upcoming season, Herr said he’s promoted three referees to the newly-created position of Referee Supervisors. “I’m going to take all the first and second year referees and divvy them up between them and they’ll be responsible for mentoring, shadowing, evaluating.” As for the award, “BC Hockey recognized the effort and dedication that Mr. Herr has put into developing new officials within our association as well as the support he offers our more senior officials, by presenting him with the award,” stated OMHA tournament coorodinator Sue Street. “It is a very significant award in the hockey community.”
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“I’ve had about two days out of the three weeks I’ve been back that I haven’t been doing anything, and I’m feeling like I have a lot on my plate.” Besides putting on a school in Nanaimo and putting on clinics, he was also asked to help out at the defensive corps at a U16 team up in Penticton under the Hockey Canada umbrella. Team BC will be competing against Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan in the upcoming Western Hockey League Challenge. Acres, 36, attended Ballenas Secondary School in the early 1990s and has summered here for the past 20 years. He has been playing hockey oversees for nine years, five of those with Asploven HC in Sweden. Acres, a father of two twins who just turned two on Friday, retired from playing the end of the 2010/2011 season and now turns his attention entirely to player development. “You know just yesterday I was missing it a bit when I was out on the ice,” he said when asked who he feels about never playing again. “But there comes a time when you have to hang up the axe as they say and focus completely on passing on my knowledge to the players that are coming up.” Acres also busy running schools and spreading the message in Sweden and Finland. His wife, Christina is from the coastal village of Hapranda, Sweden.
aged 5-14, “will be respect for opponents and the rules of play, fused with providing education for brain injury prevention. “We have the ability,” said Acres. “We must Henry Acrres has hung up the old axe on a do better as nine-year playing career in Europe, and will now coaches. We channel all his energy into mentoring the next must change generation of hockey players and arming them our focus. with the tools to play safe. SUBMITTED PHOTO Basic skills training must take precedence in our youth hockey to help players thrive and enjoy the game after the age of bodyWe have the ability contact introduction. It’s a fact the majority of Canadian kids are behind in skating, and puck handling compared to kids in Europe.” Acres would know, having tion,” said Acres, explaining played pro mostly in Sweden that “skating is the number and Finland. one skill you need to play safe Colleen Butler, Founder of in hockey so basic skills are Brian Navigators, knows the still the major focus. We’re just ugliness of living with brain tweaking it a bit teaching kids trauma suffered in a car acto use their brain and being cident. able to protect themselves.” “Two weeks and you’ll be Concussions are a hot topic fine,” she said she was told by in hockey these days — Sidney doctors. “Little did I know what Crosby, the game’s best player was in store for me. Having was concussed and unable to survived this journey I vowed play for months during this that my struggle should not be past season of the NHL. repeated by others. Education is Concussions in hockey vital to understanding that head are serious business needinjury recuperation time can be ing solutions now, and to that minimized with practical tools end, Acres Hockey has joined mentally and physically.” forces with Brain Navigators For more information go to out of Nanaimo to create the www.acreshockey.com. first concussion preventative
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Oceanside’s two girls fast-pitch teams took to the field at Beban Park at the end of June for their yearend playdowns, and the Peewee Rage made it to the gold medal game. The Peewee Rage, coached by Sheryl McNichol, went 4-2 overall and made it to the gold medal game, in which they came
up on the short end of a 9-3 final against Cedar. The Rage opened the tournament with a 14-13 loss to the Monsters from Nanaimo, and rebounded with a 19-9 romp over another Oceanside team. They followed that up with a lopsided win over Ladysmith. The Rage had to face Ladysmith again the same day, and won that one by one run. “It was tight ... it
was a good game,” said McNichol. In the semi-final, the Rage played the Monsters to a 9-9 tie in regulation, and won the game buy a run in extra innings. “It was a good group of girls, and they held it together on Sunday and fought to the end,” said their coach. Oceanside’s Rebels squirt team went 1-2 and settled for fifth place, but as has been
the case all season, the team had a blast, said their coach Kevin Spicer. “The girls were disappointed with the result but they supported each other and they had a lot of fun. The big thing is the girls really improved this season,” he said, adding, “their team play was excellent and as a group of girls they were great to coach.” sports@pqbnews.com
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Railway not dead, just sleeping for a while Railway Days in Parksville mark 125 years of Island rail By LISSA ALEXANDER NEWS REPORTER
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The second of B2B’s two shows this summer, Anne features a wonderful actor in Miranda Atkinson. Her energy (she does a cartwheel) and delivery were a joy to watch throughout the play. She brought Anne to life, going from a headstrong and imaginative orphan girl, to the determined yet still mischievous daughter of brother and sister, Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert. And guess what B2B has managed to do? They’ve surrounded Atkinson with a talented cast and crew, making for one of the best directed and pro-
Mr. Philips (Keith Roger) gets the attention of the little scene-stealer, Isiah McAleese (Jimmy Glover), right. DON EMERSON/B2B PHOTO duced shows I’ve seen from B2B in years. With their focus on only two shows this summer, and in a new venue — Qualicum Beach Village Theatre — B2B needs to make the most of the change and with Anne, they appear up to the challenge. For fans of local theatre, this they cannot miss. From the opening spotlight, the singing was excellent. Ice Cream, however, seemed to bring out the best in the entire cast.
I’ve come to expect good things from Rosalee Sullivan in her various roles with B2B — and again I was not disappointed. Her portrayal of Marilla Cuthbert provided the perfect straight lines to Atkinson’s antics. What’s more, her performance in Matthew Cuthbert’s (David Mathews) death scene was excellent. Throw in some good lighting cues, and that scene was one of the most memorable of the evening.
Actors like Emily Blake (Diana Barry) and Zac Brockman (Gilbert Blythe) were well done — as were all of the young people of Avonlea. You can really believe they are children at play. Anne was a delight — one that left one audience member with laugh-induced hiccoughs. For details about B2B’s summer shows, visit www.b2btheatre. com or call 250-7524470. editor@pqbnews.com
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and 17 and includes a lineup of over 35 performers, including children’s performers. A weekend pass for the festival is $135, or $75 for Saturday and $65 for Sunday. There are special rates available for youth, students and seniors and 12 and under are free. For more information visit www.thekluth.ca. For more information on Current Swell visit their website www. currentswell.com.
Victoria folk rock group Current Swell will play at the Coombs Kluth Festival this weekend. ada’s Fontana North label and Japan’s Surf Rock Records. The group has played around the Island, including Nanaimo and Cumberland, but has yet to perform in the Oceanside area. “We’re really stoked to play
up there,” said group member Scott Stanton. “We can’t wait.” Stanton described the group’s sound as folk rock with some blues, reggae and harmonies, and said they have been known to add a horn section to the mix. But it’s the energy produced at
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of a selection to give the final product a “really great feel.” At the Kluth Festival they’ll play some new stuff as well as “the bangers” off previous records, Stanton said. Catch Current Swell at 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 17 at the Coombs Rodeo Grounds, followed by Rob Paine and then Ron Sexsmith. The Kluth Music Festival runs July 16
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Notice of PUBLIC HEARING Intent to Make Application to the Agricultural Land Commission for Exclusion of Land From the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) 2275 Tippet Road, 2301 & 2391 Nanoose Road, Electoral Area ‘E’
Pursuant to Section 13 of the Agricultural Land Reserve Use, Subdivision & Procedure Regulation, Notice is hereby given that the Regional District of Nanaimo intends to apply for exclusion of property to the Provincial Agricultural Land Commission. As part of the required public consultation procedure, a Public Hearing will be held with regard to this proposed Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) Exclusion Application as follows: The Public Hearing will be held at: Nanoose Place Multi Purpose 1 2925 Northwest Bay Road on: Wednesday, July 20, 2011 time: 7:00 p.m. The intent of this proposed ALR application is for the Regional District of Nanaimo to apply to the Provincial Agricultural Land Commission to exclude parts of the property legally described as District Lot 36, Nanoose District, Except Those Parts in Plans 2959 and 17330 and located at 2275 Tippet Road, 2301 Nanoose Road, & 2391 Nanoose Road in Electoral Area ‘E’, as shown on the map, for the purposes of creating three new parcels, each incorporating existing community water facilities. This Exclusion application is in support of the Regional District of Nanaimo’s expropriation of lands to secure access for the purpose of maintaining, operating or relocating existing wells for the supply of water to the Nanoose Peninsula Water service area. Copies of the proposed ALR Exclusion Application and other relevant documents and information may be inspected at the offices of the Regional District of Nanaimo, 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo, BC on any regular business day between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm from July 7, 2011 until July 20, 2011, excluding public holidays. The Public Hearing on this proposed ALR Exclusion Application is to be held by Electoral Area ‘E’ Director George Holme. All persons who consider their interest in the property to be affected by the proposed ALR exclusion application shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard in person, by a representative or by written submission on all matters concerning the proposed ALR exclusion application, at the Public Hearing to be held at the above noted time and place. For more information on this proposed exclusion application or to submit written submissions prior to the Public Hearing, please contact the RDN Water Services Department at: ➤ Phone 250-390-6560 or 250-954-3792 in District 69 or 1-877-607-4111 toll free in BC ➤ Fax: 250-390-1542 ➤ email: rcu@rdn.bc.ca ➤ web: www.rdn.bc.ca ➤ Visit/Write: 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6N2
throughout Europe and the United Kingdom in January and February and recently completing a tour through the Midwestern United States. The group recently finished recording their new album, This Unknown Science, set for release September 13, but will have copies for sale at the Qualicum Beach concert. Following this show they will head out for a full summer schedule of performances throughout Canada and the U.S. The group has five members and play the guitar, mandolin, banjo and bass and is known for their modern take on old world music. Beaton’s sublime and salient voice has been turning heads for years, earning her Young Performer of the Year at the 2008 Canadian Folk Music Awards. The concert takes place this Thursday, July 14 at St. Stephens
Boston-based band Joy Kills Sorrow, with Qualicum Beach native Emma Beaton, will perform in Qualicum Beach this Thursday. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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the province where you reside will step in to administer your estate and, in this case, you’ve essentially forfeited your say on how things are divided and who will be in charge of the process. Naming beneficiaries of the estate (this could be family or institutions). The distribution of assets within the estate (investments, real estate and possessions, etc.) Naming a beneficiary outside the will Naming a beneficiary other than your estate on an insurance contract allows death
Where it Counts By Stuart Kirk benefit proceeds to bypass your estate. This means that your beneficiary will receive the proceeds privately and directly while avoiding probate and estate administration fees, which can be significant. By avoiding your estate, the death benefit proceeds may also avoid claims by creditors of the estate and challenges
to the validity of the will, which can delay the distribution of your estate by weeks, months or even years. In addition, insurance contracts offer the potential for creditor protection while you are alive if the beneficiary of the family class is named or a beneficiary is named irrevocably. Reducing taxes How much do we really know about taxes after death? If you have a will, upon your death it is your executor’s responsibility to file a tax return for you. The government will consider you to have sold all your assets imme-
diately before your death and any capital gains/losses will be crystallized. That may lead to a large tax bill. Here are some strategies to minimize the amount of taxes on your estate: • Maximize asset “roll-overs”, transfers to your spouse that defer capital gains. • Possibly set up trusts to ensure your beneficiaries are well looked after. • Give gifts of cash or possessions while you are still alive. • Consider charitable donations to create tax benefits. • Purchase life insurance that is paid out to a named beneficiary on a tax
free basis. • Restructure investments with insurance companies so assets can bypass your estate. The reassurance of having a strategy in place to preserve the value of your estate for loved ones is something to value. After all, why pay if you don’t have to? Remember to always consult your advisor. Written by Stuart Kirk, CIM Stuart Kirk is a Retirement Planning Specialist with Hicks Financial Inc. The opinions expressed are those of the author and may not necessarily reflect those of Hicks Financial Inc. For comments or questions Stuart can be reached at stuart@ghicks.com or 250-954-0247.
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Tr ying to send young girls a better message By NEIL HORNER NEWS REPORTER Children seem to grow up faster than ever these days and Kerri Isham wants to make sure local girls do it safely. That’s why the Parksville resident doesn’t like it when she sees young teens and tweens wearing T-shirts promoting sexuality — consciously or otherwise.
off positive, affirming messages. “This is the first of many T-shirts I plan to make,” she said. “I have a second T-shirt done and when I sell a few more of these I’ll be buying more.” The context in which she does this is a service she calls Power Up, where she provides sexual health workshops to local children, parents and educators.
World, a two-hour workshop for parents, teachers and community members and I sell the shirts after the workshops,” she said. “I also do a female sexual anatomy workshop and I am offering a parent workshop at the Parksville Phar-
masave on Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 1 to 3 p.m. called Body Smart Right From the Start. The focus is for parents of children aged zero to Grade 4 and it’s about increasing abuse resistance.” Isham noted she also provides custom-
ized sexual education workshops for seniors, as well as for people with disabilities. “A variety of different people attend my workshops,” Isham said. “For instance, there are more grandparents raising children these days and
many people in their day didn’t grow up with access to healthy sexual education. It was more about the shame and embarrassment.” She said this old style of looking at female sexuality is by no means a thing of
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“I work with teachers and parents on how to help girls navigate the media so their body image and self esteem is not impacted as heavily. It’s very troubling with the media, the videos, the T-shirts, the sexy clothes and inappropriate websites. This is my way to try to intervene and try to educate parents so girls can grow up safe.” Isham, who served as a teacher in School District 69 (Qualicum) said she has been teaching sexual health for 11 years through her physical education classes, as well as at seminars and workshops, both in the schools and in private homes. “I do a workshop called Navigating Girl
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The real cost of an affair Here’s a big question: can a committed relationship recover after infidelity, without costs?
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INVITATION TO TENDER QUALICUM BEACH INTERCEPTOR SANITARY FORCEMAIN IMPROVEMENTS Sealed Tenders marked “Tender for Regional District of Nanaimo, Qualicum Beach Interceptor – Sanitary Forcemain Improvements” will be received at the French Creek Pollution Control Centre, 957 Lee Road, Parksville, B.C. V9P 1Z4, up to 2:00 pm local time, on August 4th, 2011, after which time they will be opened in public. The work includes the supply of all materials, labour, and equipment necessary to install approximately 318 metres of 450 mm dia. concrete encased High Density Polyethylene Sanitary Forcemain Piping and related appurtenances along the foreshore in Qualicum Beach. Tender documents will be available at the office of Koers & Associates Engineering Ltd., 194 Memorial Ave., Parksville, B.C., after 2:00 pm on July 14th, 2011, on payment of $100.00 (including HST). This payment is non-refundable. Cheques should be made payable to Koers & Associates Engineering Ltd. Technical enquiries regarding the project shall be directed to Ken Doll, EIT, of Koers & Associates Engineering Ltd., at telephone (250) 248-3151 or fax (250) 248-5362 or email to: kdoll@koers-eng.com. Award of the contract is subject to sufficient budget funds being available for the project, and the receipt of the necessary government approvals and permits. The proposed project superintendent, subcontractors, schedule of completion, size of workforce, proposed equipment, previous experience, and submission of suitable references from other municipalities on other similar sized projects will all be considered in review and acceptance of the tender. Tenders must be accompanied by the specified Bid Bond, payable to the Regional District of Nanaimo. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The Regional District of Nanaimo reserves the right to waive informalities in or reject any or all tenders, or accept the tender deemed most favourable in the interests of the District, as detailed in this invitation and the tender documents. Tenders not conforming to the specified requirements may be returned to the Tenderer without consideration. Mr. Sean De Pol Manager, Wastewater Services Regional District of Nanaimo 6300 Hammond Bay Road Nanaimo, B.C. V9T 6N2 Telephone: (250) 390-6560 Fax: (250) 390-1542
each time (on July we celebrate the 31st anniversary of our third marriage). In the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, marriages lasted between eight and nine years. That was how long it took on average for one of the partners to die. In the 20th century as people started living longer, divorce gradually replaced death as a way of ending a marriage.
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Happiness By Dr. Neill Neill Up to 1970, infidelity was the only grounds for divorce in Canada. As that became unworkable, divorce laws were liberalized. At the same time increasing numbers of committed couples simply did not legalize their marriages.
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People still resort to infidelity as the excuse, often unconscious, to end a difficult relationship. Many couples, however, choose to stay together after one or both has been unfaithful. So the big question I invite you to ponder is this: can a committed relationship fully recover after infidelity, without long-term costs? Obviously, an exposed affair has shortterm costs. Emotions run the gamut of betrayal, rage, grief, embarrassment and guilt.
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There may be temporary sleeping apart. If there are children present, they take on the stress too. There may be psychotherapy and relationship therapy costs. The other man or woman may stalk or harass, leading to the legal costs of restraining orders, etc. The long-term costs are more subtle. Your partner desperately wants to have faith in you again, but even after years have passed, can’t seem to regain the former level of trust. You may be absolutely steadfast in your faithfulness, but
you wonder how your partner could trust it to be true after what you did. In the stress of this lingering doubt, you think about having another affair, simply because it would be so easy. If the affair ended without discovery or admission, there are still costs. You are permanently burdened with the knowledge that you have broken your commitment to your spouse. When your partner looks into your eyes with love and trust, you feel undeserving because you know what you did. You resist your urge to confess, because you care about your partner and know how much it would hurt them. It’s your problem, not theirs, so you resolve to carry it to the grave. But you also know that in some circumstances people tend to confess to old transgressions. Circumstances include minor brain injury, terminal illness, dementia and, most common of all, alcohol intoxication. All you can do is hope you’ll dodge these bullets. Affairs can indeed carry heavy long-term costs, but the costs to the heart and spirit may be the highest. Perhaps that is why so many relationships end after just one instance of infidelity. You can reach Registered Psychologist Dr. Neill Neill for an appointment at 250752-8684 or through his website www.neillneill. com/contact.
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However, one should not have to break an arm to understand just how useful the practice can be. But that’s exactly what I did. A couple of months ago, making an exuberant change of direction in the kitchen, the foot had it in for the arm. Snagging itself on the leg of a chair, it carried the course change to extremes and sent the attached body slamming into the counter. It’s not easy to reconstruct the exact trajectory after the disbelief of seeing a left hand pointing unerringly to the north-east, but it would appear that the left arm stupidly put itself between the counter and the body before the latter slid gracefully to the floor. Crack! That was the radius I just heard, giving up to speed, weight, momentum … whatever relevant physics were in play. Realizing that some expert care and correction were in order, I carried my arm to the phone and called my private emergency number — my daughter in Parksville. “I’ll be right there,
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A broken arm shower cover is just one of the uses for a recycled newspaper bag. Mom,” and she was. Miraculously, it was a dead slow night in the Emergency room at Nanaimo Regional Genwral Hospital. Paper work, X-rays and a doctor coming to sit beside me. “Do you play the piano much?” he asked. In other words, “Not for a while, lady.” By the wee hours of the morning I’d been put out of it, slathered with plaster, and woken up again.
By 3 a.m. we were back in Parksville where I spent what was left of the night with my heavy duty Tylenol close at hand. So began my lopsided month. That mother, ‘necessity’ clicked in almost immediately, and invention became the order of the day. I even compiled my own little glossary of tools for various actions that required the opposing force usually provided by one arm/ hand against another,
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PARKSVILLE — The Rotary Clubs of Parksville have participated in the Rotary Youth Exchange Program for 16 years. This year, they welcomed Austrian student Elisabeth Maria Ruschitzka. She arrived on the Island last August, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Parksville AM. Each year, local Rotarians send a student from Parksville to another country to learn a new culture and spend a year in the host country’s school program while being hosted by different families. A student from another country is welcomed by Parksville, several host families and Ballenas Secondary School. The student becomes an integral part of the club, participating in the club’s meetings and activities. Rotary’s primary objective for the exchange is to promote peace and goodwill though the exchange of knowledge and understanding among youth. The Parksville Rotarians provided a question-and-answer session with Elisabeth to let locals know a little more about her, and the exchange program. Elisabeth Ruschitzka (ER): I’m 17 years old and come from Pfaffstatten, Austria, a small town 30 minutes outside Vienna, the capital city. My mother teaches
Student Elisabeth Ruschitzka from Austria is heading home after a year in Parksville on a Rotary exchange program. SUBMITTED PHOTO law and economics at what is the equivalent of a community college in Canada. My father is an executive chef. I have one older sister who I miss the most. School in Austria is quite different than Canada. Students don’t choose courses by semester: but are assigned 14 to 16 courses for the whole year; including four languages. I like the concept of team sports (not that popular in Austria) and have joined the girl’s rugby team, after trying my hand at wrestling. Vancouver Island and Austria have many of the same leisure activities such as skiing and hiking. I tried snowboarding for the first time and really love it. Rotary Club (RC): Why did you apply to be an exchange student?
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ER: I wanted to see a different part of the world, become fluent in another language and experience a different culture and lifestyle. RC: Why Canada? ER: Well Canada would allow me to meet my goals for the exchange. Vancouver Island has so many different opportunities and at the same time is very similar to Austria. RC: Any surprises? ER: Oh yes, Canada surprises me with its size and diversity. Canada is 119 times bigger! RC: What was the most difficult thing you experienced? ER: Well try traveling for 15 hours, on your own, to a new country, being picked up by people you have only communicated with via email and have to speak a different language. That was very tiring and stressful. After catching up on my sleep and adjusting to my new school my experi-
ence has been nothing but positive. I’ve met many people and made lots of new friends. I got the chance to experience Canadian culture and family life. Being in a different environment away from your family and friends was a real growth experience RC: What would you say to others considering an exchange? ER: My advice to any one who is thinking about going on an exchange; be opened-minded and immerse yourself in the culture, activities and family life. For me doing this exchange was one of my best decisions ever. In August of 2011, the Rotary clubs of Parksville are sponsoring an inbound student from Sweden: our Oceanside outbound student Jade Steele will be spending the year in Poland. — Submitted by the Rotary Club of Parksville AM.
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Peter, age 87, at The Gardens, Qualicum Beach on July 6, 2011. Peter died peacefully with family by his side. Beloved husband of Betty Matterson for 64 years. Devoted father of Jim (Mia) Vancouver, Ross (Linda) Victoria, Dick (Elly) Aldergrove, Jennifer (Gregg) Victoria. Proud grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Peter was predeceased by his son Donald in 1973. Peter was born in Medicine Hat Alberta on March 27, 1924. He served in the Canadian Navy during WWII after which he worked for McMillian Blodell-Northwest Bay Division for 35 years. Peter was a member of The Royal Canadian Legion and the Kinsmen Club. A private graveside service was held on July 9, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Anne’s Cemetery, 407 Wembley Road, Parksville, BC with Reverend Andrew Twiddy officiating. Many thanks to the 3rd floor staff at The Gardens for their loving care and support. Arrangements entrusted to Qualicum Beach Funeral Centre, 101-664 Beach Road, Qualicum Beach, 250-594-0305.
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ECHO PLAYERS Re-Audition notice for the American Detective Story of “Laura” Auditions to be held on Thursday & Friday, July 14th & 15th at 7:30 at Echo’s Rehearsal Facility at 3125 Van Horne Rd., in Hilliers. New Actors Needed: 3 Women: 1 aged 25/35 yrs 1 aged 45/55 yrs & 1 aged 50/65 yrs. 4 Men: 1 aged 17/22 yrs, 2 ages 30/45 yrs, 1 aged 40/60 yrs. This production will run from Oct. 13th - Oct. 30th. For further info or scripts call Werner Koch @ 250-9540079 Linda Attley @ 250-7522536
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Perry/ Phillips Wedding Announcement Introducing Mr. & Mrs. Perry
John
Wilson Wilson, John on Sundays (Jack on the weekdays)- Passed away at home in the manner he wanted to leave – on his terms. He is survived by his amazing wife of 50 years Elisabet, daughters Teresa, Kathleen and Janet. The boys he never had, his four incredible grandsons, Wyatt and Spencer Oberst and Amancio and Benecio LeRoux. And his nieces and nephews in Bury, Lancashire, England; John and Jenn Barlow and Susan and Glyn and Louise Warburton. Jack was, as the saying goes a “jack of all trades”. After apprenticing to become a journeyman in England he joined the army as his father and grandfather had done before him. He served with the Lancashire FOS, King’s Own and Welch Regiment for seven years and was honoured with medals for his deeds in the Korean War. Sergeant Wilson never forgot his loyalties to his Queen and country and was a proud war vet, always marching in the Qualicum Parade every Remembrance Day. After travelling the world he emigrated to Canada with his boyhood friend Walter Johnson and met his future wife, Elisabet in Vancouver. They quickly married and had three daughters. Their lives were filled with Jack’s ambitions and his goal to retire early, always have a piece of land, a dog and plenty of chickens. Jack managed to live his life the way he wanted too. His love of Vancouver Island saw them retiring in Qualicum Beach in 1978, where he was a well known personality in the village. Often spotted with his ratting cap and pipe, eager to offer suggestions to others and known for his quick wit and sense of humour. Jack was a proud father and grandfather. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Autism Society of British Columbia would be greatly appreciated from this “Lad from Lancashire”. A celebration of life will be held in the coming weeks to honour Sergeant Wilson.
As you both now have joined into the Holy Union of Marriage, to walk together down one path in life, sharing, caring, supporting and loving each other, know that you go with our blessings and best wishes for a long and happy and prosperous life together. Jayson Perry & Melissa Phillips were married on Saturday, July 2, 2011 at the Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park. Family and friends were present to congratulate and celebrate the happy occasion with the couple. Their honeymoon will start in Florida for a week. Then they continue on an 8 day Caribbean cruise.
Keith Rigby, Red Seal Chef, cooked up a spectacular seafood dinner with crabs, prawns and scallops. Coastal Cake Company, created a fabulous beach themed two tier wedding cake with handmade sugar flowers, chocolate shells and chocolate coral decorations.
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ATTENTION RESIDENTIAL School Survivors! If you received the CEP (Common Experience Payment), you may be eligible for further Cash Compensation. To see if you qualify, phone toll free 1-877988-1145 now. Free service! IF YOU want to drink, that is your business. If you want to STOP, we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous. 1-800-883-3968
FOUND: WRIST watch, foot of Yambury St on a bench at the beach. Call 250-752-6850.
770 ALBERTA Hauling need Class 1 drivers to haul logs in western Alberta. Experience needed. Call 780-554-8511 for more information.
LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of JAMES ALEXANDER DOWSETT, formally of 24-885 Berwick Rd. S., Qualicum Beach, BC, V9K 1N7. Deceased are hereby required to send the particulars to the undersigned Executor c/o Heather Kallos 4838 Cordova Bay Rd., Victoria, BC, V8Y 2J5 on or before July 29, 2011, after which date the estates’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Gwendolyne Heather Kallos Executor NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LESLEY ANN BARNES DECEASED. LATE OF PARKSVILLE, BC WHO
DIED January 10th, 2011.
Creditors and all others having claims against the Estate of LESLEY ANN BARNES are hereby notified pursuant to s. 38 of the Trustee Act, that particulars of their claims and any security held by them, should be sent to the Executor of the said Estate, c/o the Solicitor for the Estate at the address set out below, on or before the 31st day of August, 2011, after which date the Executor will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. THOMAS & COMPANY Barristers, Solicitors & Notaries Public #6 - 162 W. Harrison Ave, PO Box 1779, Parksville, BC, V9P 2H6 File No.: 11707
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LOST: 2 dogs, Elsie Lake area July 1st. 1 male Great Dane cross (black with a little white) “Malpha”, tag & tattoo. 2nd black Lab female “Gracie”, tagged. Patti (250)2488107. Reward offered. LOST CALIGRAPHY pens in small box, between McDonalds & Middleton Ave last Tuesday. Sentimental value 250-248-5828 LOST: FEMALE cat, white, long haired, 6 yrs, spayed, Pym/Temple area, July. 3rd. Call 250-248-2273. LOST WALLET in QF parking lot in Parksville on July 1st. Has BCID and BC learners licence in it. Call 250-248-4482
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CHILDREN DAYCARE CENTERS 2 F/T spaces available in Licensed family childcare. Call Candace, (250)954-0521.
HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS
HAIR STYLIST WANTED. F/T or P/T available. Clientele not necessary. Please apply in person Chez Sabine Hair Salon, Parksville. Ask for Corrie (owner).
HELP WANTED ARROWSMITH Golf Club is looking for a Player’s Assistant/Marshal for part time seasonal employment in exchange for free golf. Please forward resumes to mike@golfarrowsmith.com or fax (250)752-6602 attn: Mike McEvay.
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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
REGISTER NOW July & August Yoga Classes QB Community Hall • Bender Ball Core & Restore Tues, 5pm. • Yoga Breathing, Core Strengthening & MeditationThurs, 5pm. Both classes for $98. or once a week for $80. SPOUSES COME FOR FREE More classes & locations to choose from 250-248-4168 Tracy Pike.
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Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following jobs: 1)Heavy Duty Mechanic. 2)Driller Blaster Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259
PROFESSIONAL/ MANAGEMENT
FOOT CARE in your home by certified foot care nurse. 35 years experience. Vets approved. Marg, 250-954-8259.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
DETAILED CLEANING, Senior shop/appts, N/S. Exp/Ref’s $18 hour.Cherie 250-752-5034 EMERALD MAID Residential/ Post Construction/ Commercial. Call 250-248-3924 “MAID IN SERVICE Cleaning” - Home/Office Cleaning,min 3 hrs please call Margit at 250240-9240. MATURE EXPERIENCED Lady will do housecleaning, downsizing, packing. Please call 250-752-2932.
MOBILE PATROL Driver Required-FT/PT. Permanent. Footprints Security’s Parksville/Qualicum operation is currently seeking experienced mobile patrol drivers for fulltime or part-time work. Must have valid security and drivers licence. Email a resume to: hr@footprintssecurity.com or by fax to 250-756-9598.
ROOM CLEANER P/T, for Casa Grande Motel. Experience preferred. (250)752-4400
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It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mother on July 6, 2011.
Doreen Elizabeth Ovington Dec. 23, 1930 – July 6, 2011 Mom worked hard all her life and maintained her independent spirit through it all. Predeceased by her husband Frank and brother Ward. Survived by Brother Bert; Sisters: Nadine, Edna (Al), Kay (George), Davina (Norm), and Roberta (Bruce). Children: David (Norma), Alma (Leo), Shane (Maurice), Wendy, Glen (Corrine), Mary (Larry), Norm (Lori), and Randy (Alin), as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
HEAD SAW FILER needed for Central Vancouver Island sawmill. Union rates at non-union mill. Should have ticket and past experience. Fax (250)248-8998. email: liana@errced.com
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Looking For Work? H2S Alive (Nanaimo) Friday, July 8 8:30 – 5:30
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC Canada Ltd. requires an experienced Jour- neyman Electrician for our EWP Operation in Golden B.C. Email resume to: Audra.Stanton@LPCorp.com or fax to 250-344-8859.
Safety Awareness & First Aid for Childhood Emergencies (Parksville) Saturday, July 9 8:30 – 5:30
MORE CORE Diamond Drilling is looking for Experienced Diamond Drillers for hydraulic and conventional drills. Work is located in the US and Canada. Must have valid first aid. Up to $600 a day + bonus. Send resumes w/ references to jobs@morecore.ca or fax (250) 636-9159.
Occupational First Aid (Parksville) Saturday, July 16 9:00 – 5:00 Basic Rescuer (CPR C) (Nanaimo) Saturday, July 23 9:00 – 4:00
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OCEANSIDE HOUSE and home for repairs maintenance and pressure washing. Pete, (250)927-2641.
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A Memorial Service will be held at Arrowsmith Hall July 14, 2011 from 2-4 pm
SCHOOL DISTRICT 69 (Qualicum) School District 69 (Qualicum) has temporary vacancies for teaching positions. These temporary positions will commence September 1, 2011, and first consideration will be given to teachers on the School District 69 Recall List. The closing deadline is 12 noon on Wednesday, July 20, 2011. For a complete list of qualifications and how to apply please visit Employment Opportunities on our website: www.sd69.bc.ca
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WES-COAST YARDBIRDS Lawns, gardens, yard cleanup, large dump. Pressure washing, Irrigation. Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444.
COMPUTER SERVICES Inhome. Fast, friendly, efficient. 10yrs exp. Ellen 250-248-1428
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Yard and fence design, General yard maintenance,Rubbish Removal. Seniors Discounts! Free Estimates! Call John and/or Sandy 250-586-3373 / 250-228-0147
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GARDENING
CLEANING SERVICES
KITCHEN HELP wanted. Must have Food Safe. Apply in person to Stewart’s on Harrison Cafe & Catering 1 - 147 Harrison Ave. Parksville.
PARKSVILLE, TYPESETTER /Layout Graphic Designer position available. Must have an understanding of Illustrator/In Design/Photoshop programs. Offset & Digital printing layout experience would be an asset. email:ruby@coastalcolour.com or call 1-800-811-7300.
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The Regional District of Nanaimo has between four (4) to eight (8) employment opportunities for the position of Skate Session Leader at Oceanside Place in Parksville. Reporting to the Arena Programmer, the successful candidate(s) will provide supervision during public skating sessions and events, and will also assist with and/or organize and lead activities within the facility, both on and off the ice surfaces. The Skate Session Leaders will also be responsible for other related duties as required including, but not limited to, maintaining the security and cleanliness of the facility; caring for, distributing and receiving rental and program equipment; and ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all participants. Qualifications include strong ice skating skills, previous leadership experience, good communication and customer service skills, ability to respond to emergency situations as well as the ability to work independently and as a team member. The successful candidate must possess current Level 1 Emergency First Aid with CPR C certification. Please note employment in this position is subject to the receipt of a satisfactory criminal record check. These are casual Union position with varying hours of work, as required. The current rate of pay is $16.07 per hour plus 8% in lieu of benefits, including vacation and statutory holidays. Visit our website at www.rdn.bc.ca for a complete job description and more information on the Regional District of Nanaimo. A cover letter and complete resume of experience, qualifications and references, including copies of certification as required in the job description, will be accepted until 4:00 pm, July 26, 2011, quoting competition No. 2011-49, to the Administrative Services Department, Regional District of Nanaimo, 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6N2; Fax: 250-390-4163, or email rdncareers@rdn.bc.ca. (Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those under consideration will be contacted.) RDN Website: www.rdn.bc.ca
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255 HIRST- 2 bedrooms, $925. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
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QUALICUM CONDO, Curious? A widow perhaps? Only minimal cost to you, so save & invest. I have ample space, but really need some help (for kitchen & kitchen garden) because of impaired vision. This is an opportunity for shared partnership in the adventure for living. Call Glenn @ 250752-3327
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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.
PAWS OF PARKSVILLE High quality dog grooming of all breeds and sizes. Calm, quiet environment PH: Jesse at 250-927-3776
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HAULING AND SALVAGE ALL TYPES of hauling. Small loads, garden waste, construction debris & junk. Ron 250757-2094 or 250-228-1320
HOME IMPROVEMENTS THE OUTDOOR BUILDER Decks - Fences - Sheds New or Repair Call Bob at 250-228-2895 For a Free Estimate
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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BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
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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. POIRIER PAINTING, Residential/Commercial. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, Free Estimates. Call Dan 250-240-3528. WCB insured.
PRESSURE WASHING OCEANSIDE HOUSE and home for repairs maintenance and pressure washing. Pete, (250)927-2641.
WINDOW CLEANING GLASSY TOUCH Window cleaning. Committed to quality service & results. Free est. Let the Sun Shine in! Call Roger 250-468-7731
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EXQUISITE SANCTUARY Fabulous 2.26 private acres with creek in beautiful Alberni Valley. Enchanting 3600 sq.ft. 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom custom built 1995 home. Outstanding 57x40 shop with own bathroom, lots of parking. Features hardwood, tile throughout, custom cabinetry. Gas fireplaces, stove, heat and hot water; ensuite with soaker tub. Thinking of a life style change? Move to Port Alberni, the Salmon Capital of the World! Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this “one of a kind” property. Asking $649,000 RE/MAX Mid Island Realty Port Alberni, B.C. John Stilinovic 250-724-4725 Toll Free 1-877-723-5660
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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)951-0010.
FULL MEMBERSHIP Arrowsmith Golf & Country Club $1500. + transfer fee. Call evenings after 6 (Gerald) at 250-752-2760
FREE!! PARKSVILLE, 365 Moilliet St. Large and medium size landscaping rocks. Dump truck load, must take entire load!Call Ken: 250-248-9915
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2 BDR 2 bath Luxury Home. Open house daily 1-4 pm, 571 Vine Drive Parksville. Email tanglewood7@shaw.ca PARKVILLE, Excellent 2 year old, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1225 sq. ft. townhome. this home has been lovingly cared for and is in immaculate condition with charming private small garden, walking distance to shops & beach. Priced for the current market. Ph:250-248-1120
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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE ARROWSMITH GOLF & Country Club full membership, annual dues for 2 paid until March 31, 2012. Asking $2500 obo. 250-752-1283.
297 HIRST- 2 bdrms, 2 bath $1200. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881. www.ardentproperties.com
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COOMBS: 2 bdrm, bright loft apartment, 4 appls, W/D, utils incl, avail now, N/S, N/P, $950 mo + dam dep, 250-937-9945 ERRINGTON 1 BDRM Apt, priv entrance, no pets. $575 hydro incld. 250-954-0535. PARKSVILLE, 1 bdrm + den, rural main flr character home. FP/porch. NS, NP, single 55+, cable. $800./mo 250-248-9648 PARKSVILLE- EXTRA lrg, bright 2 bdrm, quiet complex. Near schools, beach, dwntwn & on bus route. Now or Aug. 1st, $825 mo. 250-248-8592. PARKSVILLE CONDO2 bdrm, d/w, free lndry, 2 car spaces, nice, $825. Avail now. Call 250-248-0786. PARKSVILLE: RENO’D 3 bdrm apt, ocean view, heat/hot water incld’d, $950/mo. Avail. immed. Call (250)248-3350. QUALICUM BEACH, 2 bdrm, walk to town, ground floor, gas f/p, 5 appli’s, adult oriented bldg. N/S, N/P, 1 year lease, $800 p/mo.+ util., dep. & ref’s. Avail Aug 1st. 250-752-5109. QUALICUM BEACH, 3 bdrm end unit, 2 level townhouse, close to village centre, quiet community, 5 appls, fireplace, 2 private patios, N/S, $1100 mo, available now. Call 250594-6799. QUALICUM,downtown 1 bdrm condo $850./mo 250-723-3011
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL INDUSTRIAL/ RETAIL bays. Overhead doors, ample parking. Immediate. (250)248-2295
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2 BDRM OCEANVIEW Cottage @ Bowser Bills RV Park, basic cable & hydro incld’d. $900 p/mo. Ph: 250-757-8880
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SPROAT LAKE monthly campsites available for fully self contained RV units. Reasonable rates. Onsite caretaker. Inquire at sproatlake@telus.net.
MODULAR HOMES QUALICUM BEACH- 3 bdrm, 1 bath, priv location, fenced back yrd. $950/water incld. Avail immed. (250)594-4594.
HOMES FOR RENT 3 Bdrm Rancher on Hirst Ave, close to downtown Sorry no pets. $1200/m 250 248 8384 or 250 954 5234
BOWSER 1BDRM Cabin $750 + utils. Avail now. Pet on approval. N/S, (250)757-9793.
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MINI STORAGE. Large 10x12 ft. units $60. Short or long term. Immed. (250)248-2295.
MORE SPACE FOR LESS Storage Containers Currently available: 8’ x 20’ $105. + taxes. Open storage for RVs, cars, boats, trailers: $40. + taxes for first 20’ $2 each additional foot.
250-248-7100.
SUITES, LOWER 2 BDRM lrg newly reno’d near Wembley 250-951-3530
C. ERRINGTON, 2 bdrm mobile home on private acreage, f/s, d/w, large deck, $700 mo + utils, avail immed, call 250752-3417.
DASHWOOD, 2 bdrm, N/S, free cable/internet, carport. A must see! Avail immed, $800 + half utils. Call 250-752-4641.
COOMBS: ON private acreage, 3 bed, 2 bath dblwide home, reno’d, lrg yard, NS/NP, $1000. (250)248-0202
PARKSVILLE, very nice 1 bdrm. suite. No pets/smoking. W/D, F/S. $575/mo. Avail Now. Call 250-746-5094.
ERRINGTON: 3 bed plus den double-wide manufactured home on strata. Reno’d. Large yard. NS/NP. Avail. now. $1000. 250-248-0202.
PARKSVILLE- 1 bdrm suite, 2 blocks to downtown, shared W/D, priv entrance/back yrd, hydro incld. NS/NP. $750. Aug 1. Call (250)954-0227.
ERRINGTON - 5 bdrm, 3 bath, 3000 sq ft on shared acreage. $1500/mo + utilities. Avail Aug 1st. Call 250-927-4860
QUALICUM, COUNTRY living close to Qualicum Beach, 1 bdrm suite, wood stove, incl all utils, 3 appls + W/D, satellite TV incl, n/s, n/p. Avail now, refs req, $760, 250-752-3557.
PARKSVILLE- 2 BDRM, small garage, f/s, d/w, small dog ok, no cat, N/S. Available Now. $1100/mo. 250-248-8338. PARKSVILLE: 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1200sqft, bright, spacious, all amenities, private forest setting, fenced, N/S, avail now, $975/mo, ref’s. (250)951-0828 PARKSVILLE: 3 bdrm well maint rancher, newly painted, quiet street, gas fireplace, 5 appls, fenced yard. $1250/mo, incls water & sewer. Avail now. Call 1-604-986-3877.
SUITES, UPPER NORTH QUALICUM600 sq.ft. 1 bdrm, sep entry suite. W/D, N/S, pets neg. $600+ utils. Jul 1. 250-951-9327. QUALICUM BAY. Bachelor, fully furnished. Utils, cable, internet incld. NP/NS. $650./mo. Avail. now. (250)757-9173.
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PARKSVILLE- UPPER level of 3 bdrm home, close to all amenities. $700+ 1/2 hydro/heating. NS/NP. Avail Aug 1. 1-(604)856-0130.
PARKSVILLE, 2 bdrm, 2 level, 4 appli’s., 2 sm. pets, family oriented, $800 p/mo. + util’s. Avail. Aug 15. 1st 2 weeks free! Call 1-250-667-1366
QUALICUM, 1800 sq ft house located in quiet neighborhood. 3 Bedroom, 2 bath, Wood Burning Fireplace, private backyard, garage, seperate workshop. No Smoking, Pets on approval, Available July 15th, $1400.00 per month plus half of a months rent. Contact # 250752-7909
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PARKSVILLE AREA. RV pad. Wooded site. $425/mo, includes utils. Available now. 250-228-4097. WHISKEY CREEK. RV Pad on spacious private lot. $350/mo + hydro. Available Aug 1. Call 250-752-0448.
SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING PARKSVILLE: ASSISTED living condo, bright, spacious 1 bdrm, level entry, $1200. Incld’s cleaning. Near shopping. (Immed) 250-468-5400. Vernon: Lakeside Assisted Living Home, licensed, Space Available, Pictures & info by email shason@telus.net or call Steve at (250)306-0734
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CARS TOP DOLLAR Paid! Want To Buy Junk Cars & Trucks for cash. 1-250-954-7843. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
LAKEFRONT Properties, For Sale 20 minutes from Qualicum www.hornelake.bc.ca
TRUCKS & VANS CASH BUYER of junk cars and trucks. Over the phone price quotes. 1-250-954-7843.
MARINE BOATS BARGE: WOOD Camp 131’LX38’4.5”WX9’8.5” D. c/w: Atco trailer complex mounted on barge deck, 20 rooms, kitchen, pantry, dining room, head, shower facilities, laundry, small repair shop, twin Cummins 60Kw diesel gensets. Survey available. Location: Zeballos. $95,000. For more details, 250-703-3551.
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