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Schools facing deficit; being paid for students that don’t exist BRENDA GOUGH
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Facing a decline in enrolment and less money from the provincial government, School District 69 (Qualicum) administrative staff admitted they are going to have to get creative when it comes to next year’s budget. At a budget information session February 22 at Springwood Middle School SecretaryTreasurer BerWe get money for students nice Hannam we don’t have ... but is presented the funding protection figures the sustainable? district has to BERNICE HANNAM work with and the bottom line is when the budget is tabled in April — it won’t be balanced. Assistant Superintendent Rollie Koop told a sparsely-attended public meeting that enrolment projections determine the level of staffing and most school districts in the province are experiencing declining enrolment. He said in School District 69 it is projected that there will be 143 fewer students attending classes in September 2012. He explained it will be a big challenge to stretch their funding dollars and they will have to come up with some new ideas to lessen the impact on students and teachers. See SCHOOL PROGRAMS, page A4
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RECOVERING FROM ATTACK: Danielle Bluestone and Sasha are grateful to the community for its help following a dog attack Feb. 21 that left both Bluestone and her own dog injured. See page A4.
Thieves didn’t find their quarry
Break in at the Red Gap Quality Foods captured on video cameras NEIL HORNER
and out very quickly, apparently not finding what they were after. The RCMP Forensic Identification Section from Port Thieves struck at the Quality Foods store at the Red Gap Alberni is assisting in the investigation. Video surveillance in Nanoose Bay Friday morning, Feb. 24. RCMP Sergeant of the area showed two male suspects with black hoodies Darrell Robertson reported that police covering their faces, wearing jeans, one Add your COMMENTS at were called to the store at approxiwearing a light coloured baseball cap, www.pqbnews.com mately 3:30 a.m. further descriptors are not available. Upon arrival at the scene, police From the actions of the suspects pofound the front glass doors had been smashed, allowing en- lice believe that they may have been after cigarettes, which try to the store. Displays were knocked over. Robertson said were not readily available. Police are looking for a red early the police investigation indicates that the suspects were in to mid 1990s Dodge Caravan.
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Pink Shirt Day Feb. 29 The fifth annual Pink Shirt Day is this Wednesday (Feb. 29), marked across School District 69 (Qualicum) and across the country. Leadership students at Kwalikum Secondary gathered recently in pink to promote the day in which they invite everyone to stand together against bullying. They encourage all fellow students to wear pink and be empathetic to all individuals. Read the entire story online at www.pqbnews.com. — NEWS Staff
Parksville comics company wins $30,000 Pixton Comics of Parksville has won a $30,000 BCIC-New Ventures Competition prize in Kelowna on Feb. 23. Pixton (www.pixton. com) offers an online comic-making platform that is interactive. — NEWS Staff
City invites public to budget session Parksville city council invites the public to their first budget deliberation meeting for 2012 on Wednesday, February 29 at 9 a.m. in the forum at the Parksville Civic and Technology Centre, 100 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville. Additional meetings will be scheduled if needed. — NEWS Staff
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New house put on hold Thieves take Qualicum Bay man’s tools and building materials NEIL HORNER
but they weren’t sure what it was all about,” he said in an interview from Vancouver. “The lumber and boat were stored outside A Vancouver man’s dream of retirement in Qualicum Bay took a big step backwards last and the tools were stolen from the inside of the week, when someone stole the construction garage.” Schattner, who has a trailer he stays in at the materials needed to build his home. site when he visits the area, Emil Schattner said he Add your COMMENTS at said he can’t afford to relost a substantial amount www.pqbnews.com place the materials. of lumber, windows, power “I am extremely upset,” tools and an aluminum boat he said. “I am looking for ways to find if somefrom the building site. “I was in the process of building a house but one saw something. I am an older person and they stole everything,” he said. “They stole all can’t afford this huge loss in my present situation.” my lumber, my boat, my tools, everything.” Anyone with information about this theft is The theft, he said, took place overnight berequested to contact the Oceanside RCMP at tween Feb. 12 and 13. “My neighbour saw somebody moving stuff, 250-248-6111.
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School programs under review have in their schools. Another strong economic driver Last year, when the school board is the international student proof trustees presented the prospect of gram. Koop said they have 115 full closing Kwalikum Secondary School time international students in the (KSS) as a cost-saving measure, pardistrict this year and the profit the ents and community groups in Disprogram generates (about $500,000) trict 69 were outraged. goes back into the district. With a new board of education He said School District 69’s interLYNETTE KERSHAW — with trustees who have said they national student program has a stelwant to keep KSS open — the issue lar reputation around the world and of underutilized buildings still needs to be ad- they are looking at tapping into more students dressed. Koop admitted there isn’t a great deal in the Chinese market. of flexibility when it comes to staffing and class “We will have some agents over there in the sizes. next few weeks exploring a new partnership.” Hannam said the $6,784 the government Koop warned however that bringing in more provides for each student in the district doesn’t foreign students won’t solve their budget woes cover all the fixed costs needed to keep schools and in fact it can create some other challenges. running. She said currently School District 69 is “If we bring in another 40 students we won’t receiving funding protection from the province have room in classes and we will have to add because of declining enrolment, but there is no more staff so we don’t exceed student limits in guarantee the government will continue that the classroom,” he stated and added, “Right grant program. now our competitive advantage is our commu“Of the 60 districts in the province, 31 are in nity and positive home stays. We don’t want to funding protection. We are not alone. We get hurt our brand. Some markets we can tap into money for kids we don’t have … but is funding but we do not want to over commit ourselves.” protection sustainable?” questioned Hannam. Board chair Lynette Kershaw said the merits She said school districts have the option of of the international program will need to be adgoing to referendum to get funding for new dressed further especially since the community programs or to expand certain programs that has expressed its desire to expand it. require equipment but she is not aware of any She also said she would like the school disboards that have been successful taking that trict to consider an official education plan simimeasure to get a program funded. lar to the city’s official community plan so that “Why invest the $30,000 it costs to go to refer- long-range plans can be in place and trustees endum if it won’t pass?” and administrators won’t have to struggle so Koop said they may be able to generate some much every time they are faced with the new extra funds through some programs in the dis- budget. trict which have a proven track record. The public is invited to bring their suggesHe said the Collaborative Alternative Educa- tions to the next round of budget deliberations tion Program (CAEP) in which students from at the Parksville Civic and Technology Centre on anywhere in the province can access online March 27 at 6:30 p.m. and April 11, 18 and 24 at classes offered in School District 69 brings in 7 p.m. additional money which is above and beyond The series of board meetings will give the funding protection. public an opportunity to provide the board with He said they are already using teacher ex- input into district budget priorities. Attendees pertise in many different ways for CEAP and will participate in round table discussions, sharit could be a way to use existing capacity they ing the resulting suggestions with the board.
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The community has opened its heart to a woman who was the victim of a vicious dog attack last week in Qualicum Beach. Hilliers resident Danielle Bluestone said she has received an outpouring of support from numerous area residents who were outraged about the attack, which saw her dog mauled and her hands
bitten by a Rottweiler and a terrier cross while they were walking in Hamilton Marsh the morning of Feb. 21. “It’s amazing,” an emotional Bluestone said Monday. “I’m quite overwhelmed. People have been so kind. I don’t even know how many people phoned the vet and offered to pay Sasha’s bill. There’s a lot of love and support and I’m grateful for that.” She said the $700 vet bill has
been paid in full by an anonymous donor. “I have no idea who paid the bill,” she said. “That’s just wonderful.” Bluestone said her hands are healing and her dog, Sasha, is also recovering. “We are both still a little freaked out, though.” The investigation into the attack by the Regional District of Nanaimo’s bylaw control officer is continuing.
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Ron Hadley entertains the crowd last Wednesday night, as The Old School House arts centre in Qualicum Beach celebrated 25 years.
OLD SCHOOL HOUSE 25TH ANNIVERSARY
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embers of the Qualicum Beach artistic community thronged into the main gallery at The Old School House arts centre on Wed., Feb. 22, as they celebrated the 25th anniversary of the building’s rescue from the wrecking ball. Executive director Corinne NEIL HORNER James said the dream that news@pqbnews.com eventually became TOSH was the culmination of an incredible amount of dedication and hard work by a small army of volunteers. “As you know, the town bought the building for $50,000 and they were going to make a parking lot out of it,” James said. “Citizens got together and decided they had a dream they wanted to fulfill and they were willing to back that up with a lot of hard work — which is what we are celebrating tonight.” Qualicum Beach Mayor Teunis Westbroek called TOSH a focal point for the community and one of the main reasons for the high profile of the arts community. “Our community benefits tremendously from the generosity of our residents in time and resources and the expertise many of them have in advanc-
Former TOSH board member Marlys Diamond recalls a hat-eating mayor, as arts centre executive director Corinne James looks on.
ing our quality of life,” Westbroek said. “TOSH has a multi-faceted mandate beyond exhibiting art exhibitions and there is some form of arts programming just about every day, fulfilling its mandate as a centre for the arts.” Al Grier, who sat on the first board, praised the
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B.C. BUDGET
Liberals set to cap spending and tax business Most ministries face little to no increases - except for health and education - in the provincial government’s budget TOM FLETCHER
VICTORIA — The B.C. government is restricting spending increases and keeping its small business income tax alive to meet its balanced budget target before the 2013 election. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon presented his first budget Tuesday, with a deficit of $969 million for the fiscal year starting April 1, as B.C. pays to end the harmonized sales tax. His three-year plan predicts a $154 million surplus in 2013-14 and $250 million surplus the following year. To do that, the budget aims to hold government spending growth down to two per cent for three years, with most of it going to health and education. That leaves most other ministries with little or no increase for inflation, a restriction that is expected to reduce overall B.C. government staff from about 27,000 this year to 25,000 by 2014-15. Falcon also reversed course on business taxes. The government has been promising for years that it would eliminate the small business income tax this spring, after lowering it to the current 2.5 per cent. Now it will continue at 2.5 per cent until B.C.’s financial picture improves. Falcon is also considering a one per cent increase in the general corporate tax rate to 11 per cent, but not for another year depending on financial conditions. That move positions the
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MLA Ron Cantelon says the budget handed down by Finance Minister Kevin Falcon on Tuesday is good news — for seniors and young people alike. “I’m quite encouraged,” the ParksvilleQualicum MLA said. “It’s optimistic. It seems to me that the news is getting better, with the economy stabilized and with an increase in exports, particularly to China. Now we can hope for — and expect — a better future.” Cantelon said seniors will be able to benefit from a $1,000 renovation tax credit for renovations to their homes. “This will help to allow them to stay in their homes longer, and the longer you stay at home, the longer you tend to live,” he said. “It’s not just for homeowners but also for renters and can cover things like installing hand rails to prevent falls and hospitalization.”
The budget brought down by Finance Minister Kevin Falcon this week was a disappointing document that shows a government that has run out of gas, says Scott Fraser. The Alberni-Pacific Rim MLA said the budget offers nothing new and leaves seniors and many other people out in the cold. “We have the highest income gap in the country and the highest poverty rate in the country and that will continue,” Fraser said. “Meanwhile, Medical Services Plan premiums are going up and there are Hydro rate increases, ferry increases ... it all adds up.” Fraser was critical of the lack of any initiatives to help train students for the future. “In the last decade we have become the worst place in Canada to be a student, with the highest student debt, the highest increase in tuition fees and the highest interest on student loans in the country,” he said.
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burden will affect investment. The last scheduled carbon tax increase will go ahead on July, from 5.56 cents on a litre of gasoline to 6.67 cents. The budget holds that level while a review of the carbon tax program looks at the rate and offsetting income tax cuts. Falcon promised carbon tax relief soon for greenhouse operators, and hinted at additional help for other farmers. The cash-strapped government is putting surplus provincial assets up for sale starting next year, including a sevenhectare property north of Kelowna that was proposed for a new Okanagan correctional centre before a new site near Oliver was chosen. Another sixhectare parcel in Surrey is to be sold, along with about 100 others around the province, many of them school properties. The budget also reveals a plan to sell B.C.’s liquor distribution system and warehouses to a private operator. Falcon called the move “an opportunity to get out of a business we don’t have to be in,” as well as a way to raise money. Falcon said the deal will protect union workers in the transition to a private wholesaler. Government retail liquor stores are not affected. Liquor and tobacco taxes will be adjusted to keep prices the same once the HST is phased out. — Tom Fletcher is Black Press’ legislative reporter and columnist.
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Beach stair design up for public review Council okays Gaetjen variance AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
Residential lot wins setback reduction; no house plans yet AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
Parksville council okayed a two lot subdivision and variance for a large residential lot at 790 Gaetjen St. on the waterfront. There was some frustration among council about the subdivision and variance without any indication of what the property owners Rob McGorman and Nicole Proch plan to build. “I have been quite involved in this situation,” said councillor Bill Neufeld, who previously said he was uncomfortable with the request without a building being proposed. Director of commuBILL NEUFELD nity planning Blaine Russell explained this is a less common, but perfectly acceptable route to subdividing properties. “At some point we either follow our bylaws or we don’t,” Neufeld continued, clearly frustrated but later admitting it isn’t a big change. When the request was introduced at a previous committee of the whole meeting there were some complaints and questions from the audience about road standards, tree retention and neighbourhood character, which mayor Chris Burger said where not related to the subdivision request and better pursued through the ongoing official community plan update. He said he has since had what he believes was a productive meeting with the one of the concerned individuals. The subdivision and variance, which only Neufeld voted against, reduces the setback along Fairwind Avenue from 7.5 to 4.5 metres and divides the lot into a smaller one in the front and a larger one towards the water which includes a large portion of steep bluff which is an environmentally-protected area where no structures can be built.
POLICE NEWS
Raid nets pot plants QUALICUM BEACH — There are roughly 300 marijuana plants that won’t be inhaled into anyone’s lungs after police raided a home in Qualicum Beach on Saturday. RCMP Sergeant Darrell Robertson reported the raid was conducted at a home in the 400 block of Eld Road by RCMP members, along with the Island District Drug Section and turned up a sophisticated pot growing operation. Robertson said two men, one from Parksville and one from the Courtenay area, were in the residence and were arrested without incident. Charges of production, possession for the purpose of trafficking and theft of electricity are being recommended to the Crown against both men. The suspects were released and will appear in B.C. Provincial Court in Nanaimo at a later date. — NEWS staff
Parksville is hosting a public information session to review the proposed design for stairs to the beach at the end of Sunray Road. A public demand for beach access was identified in the area in the 2005 Parks and Open Space Master Plan and the city has commissioned Herold En-
gineering Ltd to design and manage the construction within the Sunray public right of way. They plan to construct stairs from structural marine grade aluminum with concrete stair treads with the alignment taking the existing steep terrain and obstacles into account. The design is almost complete and
the city’s engineering department will be on hand to explain it and answer questions. Drawings are on the city’s website at http://www.parksville.ca/cms. asp?wpID=415. The session will be held on March 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Parksville Civic and Technology Centre forum.
Ravensong’s main pool re-opens after pump failure QUALICUM BEACH — The main pool at Ravensong Aquatic Centre in Qualicum Beach reopened at 4 p.m. Monday, after staff completed repairs to the pool’s main circulation pump.
“I would like to thank all of our user groups for their patience and understanding while we made the necessary repairs to the pool,” said Regional District of Nanaimo Chairperson Joe Stan-
hope. “We know how important this facility is to District 69 residents and we are glad to be fully operational again.” Ravensong’s main pool closed Sat., — Submitted by the RDN Feb. 25.
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he new provincial budget is among the most restraint-minded handed down by a provincial government since the 1980s. That’s the word from Bob Plecas, who should know. He was a deputy minister in the Bill Bennett Social Credit government of the mid-1980s, one which brought down the infamous “restraint” budget in 1983. That prompted the Solidarity movement and brought the province perilously close to a general strike. Plecas was in the budget lockup in Victoria last week. Now retired, he is a regular commenter on provincial affairs. Few people know more about how the provincial government works. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon introduced the budget Feb. 21. It contains a few surprises, but no major shifts in policy. The current deficit is now projected at $2.5 billion, down a bit from $3 billion. Medical Service Plan premiums are on the rise again — 22 per cent in four years. There is no HST relief for people who wish to do home renovations, except for seniors. It’s too bad it won’t be extended to everyone, at least until the PST returns next April 1. It would act as a boost to the economy. The $10,000 grant to first-time home buyers is a welcome and surprise addition. There is no boost to the education budget, other than $165 million to address classroom composition. While this is necessary due to a court ruling that went against the government, the lack of a funding boost will likely anger teachers. Falcon also stated the final increase to the carbon tax will go ahead as scheduled on July 1. However, he signalled the tax will be reviewed. A recent study indicates that coal is a much greater source of carbon emissions than oil and gas. This should cause the government to pause. If its real concern is carbon emissions, perhaps it needs to consider how much B.C. coal is being exported — with no carbon tax of any kind being applied. The government focus on restraint is necessary, but it must examine how taxes impact individuals and the environment.
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It is with great horror that I hear people talking about a cull. Cull the geese, cull the deer, kill the rabbits, and “the seals are eating all the salmon.” How many homes have we built on the shorefront? How much pollution has gone into the water from marinas and docks? Why can’t the geese live their lives? Nature has a way of balancing things out. Birds and animals follow the food source. No food, no geese. Do we have to mess with nature? OH! and let’s not forget the diseases that deer might be carrying or the cougars that might be trailing them into the heart of our cities. Oh please! The sky is falling! The family pet could bring a cougar into town. It was ironic that your paper talked about before and after pictures of deep grass of the estuary reduced to mud. Have you looked around this city lately? Large lots of beautiful trees hacked down and the land reduced to mud. Where are the before and after pictures now? There are too many developments, not enough water and too much greed. Why do people think they know what should live and what should die? Imagine if there were greater beings deciding humans should be culled to balance out the environment. Just stop and think about that. I believe Hitler tried it. Do you understand now? So let’s look at the bottom line here. Geese are messy. Humans have decided the estuary must be saved and the geese are the problem. Deer are eating our cultured gar-
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dens and walking through our yards leaving reminders. They don’t seem to be afraid of us and that scares people. But Hey! if it’s in the way, just kill it. Isn’t that what we do best? We are the problem. So let’s look at this imbalance from a different angle and find new solutions to the problems we caused. We should be messing with human nature and culling out our selfish beliefs that we can take everything we want without upsetting the balance of nature with other species paying a price. It isn’t all about us! E. THOMPSON Parksville
IT’S BARBECUE TIME It’s unfortunate about the dog (THE NEWS, Feb. 24) but owners of dogs, must realize that it has really not been that long that they have been domesticated. Look at how humans interact, we don’t condone capital punishment pertaining to our issues, and we supposedly trained the dogs! Think about it. About the feeding of feral deer within the city of Parksville, I do not think a bylaw is necessary, under the Wildlife Act it has been in contravention to feed wild animals, period! As for the geese, let us have a cull, and then a local barbecue and neighbourhood get-together. JACK ZACKODNIK Parksville
After seeing the latest budget, I am at a loss as to what it takes to get the message across to this government, that we, the working class, are not in favour of their business agenda. There was nothing in the budget for families, nor was there anything in it for the education system. What I saw was an increase in the MSP and an increase in gas prices, which will ultimately filter down to increase food prices. I have to ask, where does the government think the money is going to come from? If they say there is no money for education or families, then show me where it’s being spent. I certainly don’t see it going into the public system. I am not expected to get a raise any time soon so where am I to come up with the money to cover the increased living cost? As for education, I am astounded at the lack of support our government has for our public system. I am appalled at the lack of support this government is giving our teachers. Our children are our future, so why wouldn’t we as a society want them to be successful? Why would we allow a government to tie the hands of the teachers and not let them do what they are trained to do? Shame on this government, and shame on us as a society for not speaking out. We can make a change in this government if we believe we can! MARY ANNE CUMMING, RN Qualicum Beach
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Mr. Twee never goes on the beach after he got hit by a wave at one years old, but he loves the boardwalk.
Tank doesn’t like the beach. He is afraid of the ocean. He loves the boardwalk and he doesn’t chase birds.
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DIXIE GARRIOTT Parksville
I don’t walk too often on the beach, just when the tide is out. We won’t come to the beach during the brant festival. I will walk the dog on logging roads. HEINZ WARTH Nanoose Bay
Town office: 250-752-6921 e-mail: mayor@ qualicumbeach.com
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We walk on the boardwalk, not the beach because Chloe likes to chase birds.
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helation (pronounced “Keyof free radicals can overwhelm our LAY-shun”) comes from the antioxidant capacity to withstand Greek noun “chele” which such cellular damage. If there are means pincer-like claw, as found By Dr. Tara Macart too many free radicals, the damage on a crab or a lobster. Chelation can be great; hence, degenerative therapy is a medical treatment that aging results. detoxifies the body. Many mechanisms of action Specifically, chelation therapy have been postulated for how chelaremoves from the body heavy mettion therapy benefits circulation. als (such as lead, mercury and The one that seems most pertinent cadmium) and physiologically unto me, has to do with how cellular favourable ions (such as iron and damage is inhibited by overall recalcium) with the goal of improvduction of free radical load and how ing metabolic function and blood circulation. that effect interferes with the development of Secondarily, essential elements may simply be atherosclerotic plaque. Keep free radicals down redistributed to more useful sites in the body. and keep the blood vessels clearer. Because chelation combines organic and inConsidering that cardiovascular disease aforganic substances for physiological purposes, fects the vast majority of the population and dethere are many examples of chelators found in velops over many years before it is diagnosed, it nature. Red blood cells have a very important makes sense to engage in health interventions oxygen carrying protein called haemoglobin that at least slow down the aging process and which is a chelate of iron. Chlorophyll is a che- reduce the risk of major vascular events. late of magnesium. The process of chelation is According to Dr. Elmer Cranton, intravenous required for many vital biochemical functions. EDTA “can reduce the production of pathologiThe main chelator molecule used in medi- cal free radicals by up to a million fold.” In the cal chelation therapy is ethylenediaminetetraa- case of atherosclerosis, chelation may curb the cetic acid (EDTA). Administered by intravenous arterial degeneration enough to let the body infusion, this amino acid is powerfully attracted heal from previous arterial injury. Changes in to heavy metals that act as free radicals in the prostaglandin production, chemical messenbody. These free radicals can disrupt metabolic gers for inflammation, can reduce spasm and functions. So, this chemical bond makes the clot potential, affecting the bottom line on cartoxic metals more likely to be removed from diovascular events. the body via normal elimination pathways, like In short, think of chelation therapy as a detoxthrough the kidneys. ification method that reduces free radical damWhy would one be so concerned about the age by primarily removing heavy metals from accumulation of toxic heavy metals in the body the body. In preventative medicine, it is hard to in the first place? The simple answer has to do measure the heart attacks or strokes that didn’t with free radical damage. Free radicals are mol- happen, but chelation therapy is a brilliant way ecules with an odd number of electrons in the to improve cardiovascular condition. outer ring of one of its atoms. Heavy metals and For more on Chelation therapy, see Bypassphysiologically hazardous minerals can there- ing Bypass Surgery (a must read) by Dr. Elmer fore steal electrons from healthy cells. Realisti- Cranton. — Dr. Tara Macart owns Opti-Balance cally, free radicals to some degree are unavoidNaturopathic Medicine in Qualicum Beach able since many are produced from normal with her husband Jonathan. healthy metabolism, but, an exorbitant amount
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The addition of a seniors’ advocate in B.C. and the recently announced Seniors Action Plan is going to provide just one more tool to help senior citizens remain in their homes longer, says ParksvilleQualicum MLA Ron Cantelon. The parliamentary secretary for seniors, Cantelon said the move towards B.C. seniors staying in their homes for longer periods is a national trend, one he hopes the province’s new age-friendly initiatives will help to reinforce. “The focus of the action plan is not only on the system of care but also compliments initiatives that support healthy aging to improve the quality of life for all B.C. seniors and help them remain independent for as long as possible.” The action plan will support healthy aging to improve the quality of life for B.C. seniors
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ger and keep insurance rates down.” Through the action plan, stakeholders — including seniors and their families — will be consulted on specific items. “In March, for example, we will be having an open house forum on seniors abuse,” Cantelon said. “We are going to phase in a range of items, such as palliative nursing lines for people dealing with loved ones in their homes and we will make status reports of examinations of seniors care facilities online, so we will open up communication as well.” Cantelon said the extra focus on seniors makes sense, in light of a steadily aging demographic, particularly in this area. “Those 60-plus to whatever are the largest single age category we have, so it makes sense that they have available the resources,” he said.
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He’s not as famous as the Jolly Green Giant and his valley of green peas, but Lisle Babcock could be considered the star of citrus fruits in this neck of the woods, judging by how many people turned out to meet the farmer at Thrifty Foods in Parksville on Saturday afternoon. Babcock is the driving force of Buck Brand Citrus from Terra Bella in California’s San Joaquin Valley and his success story is due in part to Thrifty Foods. Babcock, who grew up on his family’s citrus orchard, always grew oranges the old fashioned way to get the best flavour. About 15 years ago the Vancouver Island grocer discovered Babcock’s citrus products. In the mid-1990s the citrus industry economics of the day had made it increasingly difficult for individual farmers and their families to earn a living through the sale of their citrus crops. Large fruit wholesalers banded together, which lowered prices to the point where the viability of independent citrus fruit farmers was brought into question. Babcock said that at a time when citrus farmers were struggling, Thrifty Foods started doing business with him. He said they had been working together for a year when their business was on the brink of folding but Michael Mockler, director of produce operations for the grocery chain, wasn’t about to let that happen. “I called Mike and said I need more money because $8 a box doesn’t make a farmer anything. He said how much do
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Lael Popham was thrilled to meet Lisle Babcock, the man behind the Buck Brand of citrus fruit carried exclusively by Thrifty Foods.
you need? I said we need $4 more dollars and he said no, I am going to double your price to $16. That is never done in the industry. Mike said ‘we are making a lot of money and you are going to get some of what we make,’” Babcock said, getting a bit teary eyed as he recalled the story. He said Thrifty Foods has gotten word out about the Buck Brand over the last four years and now he turns down literally one buyer a week. “Thrifty’s saved our farm, and other farms,” he admitted.
Dave Wishlow, produce manager at Parksville’s Thrifty Foods said Babcock’s product is in demand. “People are constantly asking when his oranges will arrive,” said Wishlow. Babcock, known for his cowboy hat, boots and checkered shirt, was happy to talk citrus to anyone who asked Saturday afternoon. With his Buck knife on his belt to cut up samples, he said Buck Brand is one of a kind and stands behind everything. The picking date and phone number is on every box he sends.
Hand-picked when ripe and only when ordered, each piece of fruit is brushed with a horsehair brush to concentrate its flavor. Babcock said brushing an orange with a horsehair brush is a traditional method that allows the fruit to breathe naturally. “That’s the way it has always been done. Putting wax on fruit will make it keep longer but it will clog its pores.” Babcock and his wife Mary Lou have been visiting different Thrifty Foods locations, sharing their wealth of citrus fruit knowledge. Babcock said his favorite is the Chaddock variety, but he admitted he has over 65 varieties to choose from. The Palestine sweet lime is a lime varietal which is extremely low in acid and is one that Babcock can’t say enough good things about. The name sweet lime is actually a bit of a misnomer, because the Palestine sweet lime doesn’t really have any flavour at all, let alone sweetness. The fruit is native to India where it’s used medicinally to allay upset stomachs, nausea, and throat infections. Babcock said he provides the fruit free to cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. He said anyone who is suffering the side effects of the cancer treatment can either contact him or Thrifty Foods to get a free box of the fruit. Currently, Thrifty Foods is donating $1 for every four-pound bag of Buck Brand navel oranges sold between Feb. 15 and March 13 to seven hospital foundations. See BUCK BRAND, page A22
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Those foundations are on the Island and another six are on on the Lower Mainland. Babcock said he is honoured to be part of that campaign. “We are humbly proud to take part in the campaign because it gives us a chance to give back to the community
that has helped us become successful.” Babcock’s citrus fruit is grown in and around the small town of Terra Bella, California — literally meaning “The Good Earth.” Two hundred and twenty-two acres of the 260 acre farm are planted and he works with about 48 other people.
Babcock said in about a month the trees will be blossoming and the smell is heavenly. “I live about half a mile from the ranch. I grew up there. In the latter part of March when trees are in bloom … that is one beautiful time to come out to the ranch.”
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he birthday parties continue! The Qualicum Beach Historical and Museum Society moves onto the celebration stage just a little over a week after The Old School House (TOSH) launched its first birthday party. And the occasion? Well, there are several to choose from in 2012, but the QB Museum has chosen a particularly dressy venue to help celebrate the 70th birthday of the Town of Qualicum Beach. On Thurs., March 8, the Museum will present a unique fashion By Nancy Whelan show at the QB Civic Centre at 6:30 p.m. This event which will be of special interest to the ladies, just happens to coincide with International Women’s Day. And in keeping with the vital spirit of Qualicum Beach whose 2012 theme is “Forever Young”, this fashion show will include a private collection of glamourous gowns from bygone days along with fresh, current styles from six local participating merchants. But that’s not all! The evening will also feature a no-host bar and delectable tastes of diverse cuisines from the food kiosks of six of QB’s restaurants. And then there are numerable prizes to be won: a fine package from local artisans, a 50/50 draw, gift certificates. And … $1,000 for a one night stay, with breakfast, at the Crown Mansion Hotel, with a $50 gift certificate to their butler’s dining room; a home accessory package from Qualicum Foods’ A Step Above; a make-over gift basket from Pharmasave; and one month at Curves for Women. The tickets for this Then and Now Fashions night are $20. The tickets may be purchased at “Fresh ‘n’ Fabulous” — 210 Second Ave. in QB, and they are going very quickly. This evening’s vintage fashions are from the private collection of Merlyn Patten, most of them dating from the early 1900s with a few from the mists of the late 1800s. When the intriguing designs of years past are presented in concert with modern day fashions from merchants, Then and Now Fashions can not help but be a winning event. To help us appreciate the styles and the efforts put into their creation, there will be accompanying commentary by Merlyn Patten for the vintage fashions and by Sherri Verdec for the up-to-the-minute designs. The funds raised by this special evening will go toward the commissioning of the carving, by one-time TOSH artist Francois Mongeau, of a replica of the Hermit statue originally carved by the late Ed McMillan. Many locals will recognize Mongeau’s work from the beach scene mural (with background by weaver Elaine Duncan) in the foyer of the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. So whether or not you have a birthday to celebrate, this March 8 evening at the QB Civic Centre will get you in the mood for celebrating with those who do, and may give you a head start on planning your spring wardrobe … or, perhaps, a vintage murder mystery weekend. Be there to see ‘the way we were’ and what yet could be. The QB Museum is happy to be a place “Where Memories Live On” and is well on the way to creating a special memory of a very special evening. — Nancy Whelan is a regular NEWS columnist.
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owners who are able to vote in local elections. “This is about taxation without representation ... this is not the right thing to do,” he explained. Coun. Sue Powell said the same motion was “rightfully defeated,” at a previous UBCM conference and she pointed out that the only local taxes a company pays are property taxes, so if
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The legendary car that people know and love is about to take flight at Oceanside Place in Parksville when Chitty Chitty Bang Bang on Ice opens March 2. The Sandy Shores Skating Club is presenting the icy rendition of the Dick Van Dyke classic musical. Show producers Larry and Leslee Rushon have put together what they described as their most ambitious show yet
with close to 100 performers. Students in the local figure skating club have been busy rehearsing for the show that features giant props including shooting cannons and of course the famous flying car. With special effects and high end lighting and sound equipment, the Rushtons said they are presenting a show that will rival any of the ice shows that have been presented by professional
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Depending on what happened down Island Monday evening, Oceanside’s Save On Foods Generals will either be back home tonight for game five of their first round best of seven Junior B hockey playoff series, or their season is cooked. The Gens scored on the first two shots of the game but lost the series opener 6-5 at home Feb. 23, and went into last night’s must-win in North Saanich down three games to none after back-to-back losses on the weekend. Last Friday in Peninsula, Oceanside lost 4-3. On home ice in Parksville on Saturday in front of a good-sized crowd, the Generals turned in a terrific game but couldn’t buy a bounce and had their hearts broken in a 3-1 final. “It was a heartbreaking loss ... it was a great game. We battled back but we just couldn’t get that second goal to tied it up,” said Gens’ head coach and GM Dave Johnston, and made the point, “I’m real proud of how our guys have battled in every game this series. Sports is all about momentum, and we just have to get the momentum going back our way and we’ll get back into this thing.” Another fast-paced, wide open entertaining contest, Saturday was a classic goaltender’s duel as the two teams played to a scoreless tie through 40 minutes. See GENS, page A25
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The Panthers were able to get one by Gens’ starter Michael Gudmandson 3:14 into the third, and Taylor Gray (Kyle Yamasaki) countered for the home team when he buried his own rebound to beat Stephen Heslop at 11:02 and knot it 1-1. Both teams continued to press, and the Panthers took a 2-1 lead at 11:45 then nailed down the win with an emptynetter in the final minute. Shots on goal were 36-32 in favour of Oceanside on the night. In Friday’s second game, Oceanside outshot Peninsula 30-19 on the night. Both teams’ penalty kills were working as the Gens were 0-for-5 with the man advantage and the Panthers 0-for-6. The Panthers opened the scoring 8:13 into that game and added another with 1:12 left in the opening period for a 2-0 lead after 20 minutes. Local D-man Noah Russi (Conor Enright, Kyle Yamasaki) cut it to 2-1 8:54 into the second but Peninsula lit the lamp for two more in just over three minutes to go up 4-1. Travis Briggs (Yamasaki, Dylan Haugen) got one back at 15:03 to make it 4-2 Peninsula after 40. Briggs (Nick Bell) scored the lone goal of the third and that would be it for the Gens. “We’re down 3-0 but in all honestly it could easily be us up 3-0,” Johnston said Monday. “We’ve definitely played well enough every game to be on the other side of the score.” And while playing well and losing is better than playing poorly and losing, it presents the challenge of staying calm and sticking to the game plan. “Absolutely,” Johnston agreed, adding, “it’s so difficult this time of year because you can do a lot of very good things and still loose. The big thing for our team is to put Yamasaki and Bell at the forefront of everyone’s thoughts and play for
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Players’ assignment offers some insight PARKSVILLE — Oceanside Generals skipper Dave Johnston talked Monday about how they need “every single one of our players to show everybody who they are, what they stand for and what they’re capable of doing.” The Generals’ long-serving bench boss also talked about an interesting assignment he gave his players after last Friday’s loss. “You’re always looking for different ways to get into these young athletes minds (and) the test last night was simply ‘Who are you and what do you bring to this team?’, and boy ... the spectrum of what you get back on a piece of paper is amazing, and not just the words. Everything from the paper it’s presented on to the thought process.” Johnston explained that earlier in the year he told the players that they need to understand that everything at the Jr. B level is a test. “Whether they end up moving up or not, they all come here to aspire to play at a higher level,” he said, explaining that in the case of this recent psychology test, that test could very well come up in the conversation when he’s talking to Jr. A coaches about a specific player. See SIGHTS SET, page A26 them because they don’t want to go out like this.” Johnston of course was referring to home-grown captain Nick Bell and ironman Kyle Yamasaki, who are both in their final campaign and who both have been playing lights out. “I absolutely believe that wholeheartedly,” the longserving bench boss answered
quickly when asked if he thinks his team will show up with their work boots on Monday. “In all honesty that’s not even a question in my mind.” GAME ON Game 5, if necessary, goes tonight (Tuesday) at Oceanside Place. Puck drops at 7:30 p.m.
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JUINOR GIRLS BASKETBALL
Whalers, Kondors finish fourth, fifth at Islands JAMES CLARKE
Thursday evening with a 44-38 win over Pacific Christian to advance to the semifinals. On the other side of the draw, Mark Isfeld upset Clermont, 43-28, which set the table for a rematch with Ballenas. Two weeks ago the Whalers beat the Ice in the semifinal of the North Island finals. “This one was a classic, man” Whalers’ coach Daryl Britz said Sunday. According to Britz the game “was a defensive battle from start to finish with no more than four points separating the teams at any time.” The game went into two overtime periods and BSS couldn’t hold on. “We go cold, they go hot. They don’t
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miss a shot in the second overtime, we don’t make a shot in the second overtime, and that’s all she wrote,” he said of the 43-33 final. “The girls were really upset after battling that hard, but they handled it well. After the game the other coach said it best that no team deserved to lose that game.” Back at it early the next morning the Whalers squared off against KSS to see who got to play for bronze. BSS came out on top, 38-31. Against Pacific Christian School for third place, Ballenas came up short 5743. In the end, Oak Bay placed first and KSS finished fifth.
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Kwalikum Secondary’s senior girls basketball team is done for the season, but they didn’t go quietly. In the mix at the eight-team AA Sr. Girls Island Championships at Wellington Secondary in Nanaimo last Thursday and Friday, the Kondors opened against the St. Michael’s Blue Devils and lost 49-34. “You know what, they played fantastic,” KSS coach Barry Bevilacqua said after, pointing out “we had our chances but we shot maybe 10 per cent (from the field). They were quality looks, they just didn’t fall, and the other team, it was like everything they shot went in.” Raini Bevilacqua had a game-high 13 points. Miranda Cutherbtson had 12. Back at it Friday afternoon for game two against Brentwood College — with the winner keeping their provincial hopes alive — the Kondors lost a 56-55 final decided at the buzzer. “It was a heartbreaker,” confirmed Coach B. The Kondors went on a 13-point run to go up 52-46 with five minutes left in the game. KSS was leading 55-53 with 10.2 seconds left when Brentwood stole the ball at half court with 8.6 seconds left. Then came a desperation shot by the Blue Devils that went in. The Kondors, he said, “were pretty somber, but if you’re going to lose ... they didn’t get blown out. What can you say, everybody did exactly what we practiced.” Four of the players on the roster of eight are graduating this year and the team loses three other international students.
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“The whole idea was to try and get them into a positive frame of mind about themselves as individuals and what they can contribute to our team’s success.” The mood he said “is good. Again, I think we’ve got good leadership in Yammers and Belsie ... there’s a good group in there.” OUT ON THE ICE helping out and giving back at Sunday’s Oceanside Minor Hockey Jamboree was local Gen Noah Russi. The home grown blueliner, who came up through Oceanside Minor Hockey and recalls the fun he had coming up at the jamborees, looked to be right at home and having fun with the youngsters, and at one point during a break in the action he sat down and spoke with THE NEWS on the home team’s bench at Howie Meeker Arena. “I think we’ve been playing good; we could have just as easily won those games ... last night I think we played a whole 60 minutes and stuck to the game plan; we just didn’t get the bounces. It was a tough loss. “Just stay focused; stay controlled, bear down and take it one shift at a time,” he said when asked what they need to do as players from here on out with the potential there to come unravelled. Russi said he has learned a lot and had fun in his rookie season. He has his sights set on making the jump to Jr. A next year, which his coach said he has a good shot at. In the meantime, the easy going teen made the point he and his teammates don’t want the season to end.
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The pitches up at Arrowview Elementary School were busy Saturday, as some 250 boys and girls from Ladysmith north to Powell River took to the field for the Zone 6 BC Summer Games soccer tryouts. Saturday was the second, and final, upper-Island regional tryout for young players hoping to represent Zone 6 (Vancouver Island-Central Coast) at the 2012 BC Summer Games. The players were on the field for about 75 minutes, most of that spent playing, and baby it was cold outside. “Freezing,” confirmed longtime Lower Island coach Andrew Latham, who steps in as head coach for the Zone 6 Boys team. Latham had the lower field broken into three mini-fields running the width of the pitch, which made for plenty of action for he and the four other coaches. “I like to watch players play,” he said. “I think the game is the best predictor of how they’ll do ... I think when you’re looking at young athletes you have to look at how they play, and as a coach you train to have an eye for a player, and you have to learn to trust your instincts.” BC Summer Games soccer was opened up to U11 players this year for the first time. Latham had five evaluators at each session and six or seven, “all certified coaches” in Mill Bay on Sunday when over 100 boys
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turned out for south Island’s final regional tryout. The players in attendance were all born in either 2000 or 2001, and, as evident by the determination on their faces, the tryouts were a big deal for them. “And now we will select 30 boys and 30 girls from those two (North Island) evaluations and we’ll do some more evaluations in March. And then we have to drop down to 14 players total for the Summer Games,” explained Latham, adding fewer than 10 per cent of the players will make the team. “It’s going to be extremely difficult to make these selections,” he surmised honestly. “Great enthusiasm, and great attitude ... it’s going to be hard enough to go down to 30 never mind the final selection. We were very impressed by the skill level and their approach to the process.” Latham said they will be posting the selections on the Lower Island soccer website on Friday. “That’s incredible to have that many kids
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hat started as a discussion on how to bring more business to the city of Parksville has evolved into the premiere event for the Parksville-Qualicum Beach area in the off-season. Parksville Uncorked began in 2008 after a discussion between the Beach Club Resort and TighNa-Mara Seaside Spa Resort on how to make Parksville the offseason tourism destination. The Beach Club Resort took the initiative and organized the initial events with three goals in mind: to educate the public about the variety and accessibility of B.C. wine, drive business to Parksville and raise occupancy rates for both resorts during the off-season. In the beginning, the festival was about making different wines (and smaller wineries) more accessible, allowing people to try something different in a smaller dose and giving them an opportunity to branch out of their comfort zones; without long-term commitment. It’s a goal that Parksville Uncorked continues to live up to and even exceed. Four years later, Parksville Uncorked has developed into one of the premiere events for the Oceanside region in the tourism off-season. The event features 150 different B.C. wines featured at the festival’s signature event, Swirl. The festival has even grown to include the second annual Parksville Untapped, in response to the explosion of micro breweries in the province; featuring micro brews from 18 different B.C. breweries. It has also cemented a strong
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Parksville Untapped was a girls’ night out for local girls Stacy MacDonald (from left), Lindsey Allen and Samantha Oliver.
Winner of two tickets to Swirl at Tigh-Na-Mara in The News’ recent ticket giveaway contest, Pat Mortlock, samples some fine wine from Sommelier Sebastian Lucero of the Artisan Wine Shop in Victoria.
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Lynne Rose of Parksville (left) invited her sister Laurel Carrow of Calgary to the wine festival. Rose moved to the Island in November from Vancouver and said the event was outstanding. Rose has a musical theatre background and will be directing the music and dance performances in Echo Playerss next play, Dancing at Lughnasa.
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Tigh-Na-Mara receives more bookings from groups and conferences for consecutive weekends after the festival, leading to more weekends with full occupancy. More media outlets have also taken part in, and attended the festival as it continues to grow, including SNAP Victoria and Wineries Refined magazine, based in Kelowna. What does Parksville Uncorked 2013 and beyond look like? The goal is to have the festival continue to grow, reaching out to potential guests in Victoria, Vancouver and from out of the province and to consistently bring full occupancy rates to both resorts. Fruit wines as well as a more regional focus are being considered for 2013 and a cocktail event is being considered for three to four years down the road, possibly as a separate event. To both resorts, each following year is an opportunity to maintain the partnerships with existing wineries and food vendors as well as cultivating strategic alliances with new vendors. Media partners will also continue to be an important part of the collaboration as Parksville Uncorked seeks to showcase more about the community and why Parksville
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EveryVoice Singers at Errington Hall ERRINGTON — Anyone with a song in their heart is invited to sing along with the EveryVoice Singers as they sing fun, easy-to-learn songs from Africa. The EveryVoice Singers is a relaxed, informal group of singers of all ages, who have been singing together for 11 years. Their members come from Bowser, Qualicum Beach, Parksville, Nanoose Bay and Errington. EVS sings for the joy of the moment. Everyone is welcome to sing with them, regardless of ability. There are no auditions, no experience or sight-reading ability are necessary, just the desire to sing. All songs are taught by ear in a safe, supportive environment that encourages you to learn new skills, laugh and have fun. The EveryVoice Singers have shared their songs at local events such as the Grandmothers to Grandmothers luncheons and Child Haven International dinners. This event will be a fundraiser, with the proceeds going to the Oceans-
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needy people. Join in for some fun singing on Wednesday March 9, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Errington Hall in Errington. There will be refreshments served after singing. Drop-in fee is $8. For more information, phone Megan — Submitted at 250-228-2467.
The City of Parksville invites applications to be submitted for a vacancy on the Board of Variance. The Board is comprised of three individuals who serve a three year term of office without remuneration and are appointed pursuant to Section 899 of the Local Government Act. The function of the three member board is to hear land issue appeals based on the demonstration of “undue hardship” and is not an appeal board for local government policy decisions or decisions of elected officials. Applicants with experience in land use planning, architectural design or related fields would be an asset; however, this is not a prerequisite. Members of an Advisory Planning Commission, elected officials and employees of the City are not eligible to be a member of the Board. If you are interested in serving on the Board to fill a three year term of office, please apply in writing including a brief resume by Friday, March 30, 2012 to the attention of the Director of Administrative Services, City of Parksville, 100 Jensen Avenue East, PO Box 1390, Parksville, BC, V9P 2H3.
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Irish music from Hayes and Cahill tonight QUALICUM BEACH — A rare opportunity to see two great musicians up close and personal in will happen in Qualicum Beach, Tuesday, Feb. 28. Martin Hayes and Dennis Cahill will be performing traditional Irish music at St Stephen’s Church. Hayes is regarded as one of the most extraordinary talents to come out of Ireland in the last 50 years. He is known for his unique sound and his mastery of his chosen instrument — the violin. A native of County Clare, to which he returns for extended periods several times a year, Hayes has been based in the United States for the past 23 years. He has drawn musical inspiration from sources as diverse as the Estonian composer Arvo Pärt, the Spanish viola da gamba master, Jordi Savall, and the
jazz genius, John Coltrane, but remains grounded in the music he grew up with in Ireland. Cahill is a master guitarist. The native of Chicago was born to parents from the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, Ireland. He studied at the city’s prestigious Music College before becoming an active member of the local music scene. Cahill’s essential accompaniment to Hayes’ fiddle is acknowledged as a major breakthrough for guitar in the Irish tradition. In addition to his work with Hayes, Cahill has performed with such renowned fiddlers as Liz Carroll, Eileen Ivers and Kevin Burke, as well as many Irish musicians on both sides of the Atlantic. He is a sought after producer for musical artists whom he records in his own Chicago studio.
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as the spring season begins to bloom. The club, of between 80 and 100 young people in the Oceanside area, is often thought of as a primarily rural pursuit, Cooper said, but that’s not exactly the case. “There’s a whole wide range of projects you can do,” he said. “Each member has to do a project and they present it and do public speaking. They learn how to present a speech, how to do the research and how to practice it. It’s good life skills and it teachers a good work ethic as well.” With the first wan hints of spring starting to show themselves, Cooper said 4-H groups are seeking adult volunteers and interested youth. Anyone who would like to get involved in 4-H can callshould vvisit www.bc4h.bc.ca or call Kim Wilson at 250-954-5501.
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As central Island residents think about the coming spring, to Shino Yoneda it just brings thoughts of an entirely different nature. “I am thinking about the first anniversary of The Great Tohoku Earthquake,” the Qualicum Beach resident said. That earthquake spawned a triple disaster for the island nation, with the shaker followed by a tsunami of epic proportions and then a radiation emergency at a crippled nuclear reactor. Yoneda, back from a visit to Japan to place 1,000 paper cranes at the peace park in Hiroshima, said she read about an event called Humanband on Route 3.11, which will involve over half-a-million volunteers joining hands over a 500-kilometre stretch of coastline where the tsunami wreaked its havoc on March 11, 2011. “Ever since I saw that I’ve been inviting people I know to join in to pray for the deceased, the victims, and also for the
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF STANISLAW RADZIK, DECEASED, LATE OF PARKSVILLE, WHO DIED AUGUST 26th, 2011. Creditors and all others having claims against the Estate of STANISLAW RADZIK, are hereby notiďŹ ed 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 15th day of April, 2012, 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
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71 of Nanoose Bay died peacefully at home on February 20th after loosing his battle with cancer. He was born in Quebec, educated at Bishops University, Macdonald College and SFU, and taught elementary school for 35 years in Pointe Claire Quebec and Port Coquitlam BC. His retirement was spent happily exploring Vancouver Island and in his garden.
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In loving memory of
EfďŹ e May Sailes May 5, 1923 February 28, 2004
Although another year has come and gone since you were taken from us, you are always in our thoughts and prayers everyday. Missing your smile, laughter, caring & giving ways. We will always Love and Miss you Mum. Love Margo, John, Cathy & Dad. DEATHS
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ARMITAGE, Edna February 25, 1926 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; February 19, 2012
It is with great sadness that the family of Edna Armitage announces her passing on February 19, 2012 at the age of 85. Edna was attended by the caring staff at Trillium Lodge, Parksville. She was predeceased by her husband Harold (Jim), son Richard Bertrand and step-son Donald Armitage. Edna is survived by children; Sharon Clark, Jeanine (Dennis) Hudon, Daniel (Barbara) Bertrand, Arlene McInroy, Terrance (Kelly) Bertrand, Ronald (Anna) Armitage and Patricia Healey, grandchildren; Roxanne, Andrea, Cherylane, Hud, Sherrilee, Cassandra, Daniel, Shawna, Gordon, Kerri-Lynn, Kyle and Adam, 13 great-grandchildren, sisters; Francis, Katherine, Nancy and Phyllis and other relatives and friends. A celebration of Ednaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life was held on February 25, 2012 in the Yates Reception Room, 1000 Allsbrook Rd Parksville, BC. Cremation has taken place.
Stories and condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting the website: www.yatesfuneral.ca (click on obituaries). YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.
CALL FOR ENTRIES 10TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Art & Bloom Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting May 19,20, 21 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca or phone 250-338-6901
Open to all residents and landowners in Errington. Come and show your support!
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FLORES, Virginia
In her 84th year, Virginia died peacefully to live forever with her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on February 19 in Parksville, BC. She was predeceased by her husband Pedro and survived by son Danny, daughters Lenny (Jim), Ellen (Chris) and Penny (Sansen), grandchildren Jimmy, Gabrielle, Jordan, Jared, Dustin, Aaron, Michael, Aidan and Hayley, 7 sisters, and 1 brother. Her greatest legacy was to pass on her love for God to her family and share it with everyone she met. As a wife and mother, she gave selďŹ&#x201A;essly of herself and her love knew no boundaries and we thank God for her. Special thanks to the exceptional, compassionate and gracious staff of Stanford Place, Fairview Unit and Dr. Bell who made Momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last days comfortable. A celebration of Momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life was held at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 3789 Royal Oak Ave, Burnaby, BC on Sunday, February 26 at 1:30 pm. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations can be made to Union Gospel Mission.
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Burton W. Wright
July 3, 1917 - February 18, 2012 We regret to announce the passing of Burton W. Wright in Quesnel, BC after a short battle with cancer. Burt is pre-deceased by his ďŹ rst wife Freda, his second wife Betty, son Daniel and grand daughter Lee-Ann. Burt is survived by his son Michael (Barb), daughter Mary-Ann (Del), daughter-in-law Peggy, numerous grand kids and great grand kids. Burt was a long serving member of the Lions Club and served in Burnaby, Nanoose Bay, Parksville, and Quesnel. He was most proud of his involvement with the Lions Quest Program and was a driving force in the development of Nanoose Place. As per Burtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request there will be no service and in lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society are requested. The family would like to express great appreciation to Dr. R. Tiede, the nurses at G.R. Baker Hospital and the staďŹ&#x20AC; at Dunrovin Park Lodge Hospice. The tenderness and respect you gave Burt in his ďŹ nal days was remarkable. Thank you.
NANOOSE BAY Elementary School PAC has a Metal Recycle Bin at the school (2875 Nanoose Bay Rd.)for drop-off for all your unwanted metal items. Anything Metal, incl. appliances.Thanks for your help!
LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS and others - Notice is hereby given that creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of David Redell Fraser, formerly of 163 Pym St., Parksville, BC V9P 1G2, deceased are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, c/o Blair Fraser, 6025 Greenside Drive East, Surrey, BC V3S 5M8 on or before March 23, 2012, after which date the estateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The estate of Donald Edward James, also known as Donald James, also known as Don James, Deceased, formerly of 1911 Bonito Crescent, Nanoose Bay, B.C. Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Donald Edward James, also known as Donald James also known as Don James, Deceased, are hereby notiďŹ ed under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to Bonnie Evelyn Louise Rowley, the Executrix of the Estate, c/o Rodway & Perry, at #1 - 699 Beach Road, Qualicum Beach, B.C. V9K 1S4 on or before March 23, 2012 after which date the Executrix will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executrix then has notice.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF CHRISTINA VICTORIA GRAHAM, DECEASED LATE OF PARKSVILLE, WHO DIED OCTOBER 30th, 2011. Creditors and all others having claims against the Estate of CHRISTINA VICTORIA GRAHAM, are hereby notiďŹ ed 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 15th day of April, 2012, 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.: 11823
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Tuesday, February 28, 2012 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News PERSONAL SERVICES
Arrowsmith Health Care Society is looking for a dynamic personality to complement their Administrative Team. This person will have a background in Human Resources, particularly pertaining to Recruitment. The duties are varied and include; recruitment, conducting tours, supervision and participation in staff orientation, Occupational Health & Safety and administrative matters involving meetings and staffing. This is a flexible 20 hour per week position that reports directly to the Administrator. The position is excluded from the Union and offers a competitive hourly rate of pay. Interested parties may apply by forwarding their resume, (as an attachment) stating their qualifications and experience to:
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HELP WANTED ASPHALT PAVING Personnel required: Paving contractor in Kamloops area requires Foreman and personnel for Asphalt Lay-down. Applicants should have minimum 1 years’ experience in commercial and residential paving, although candidates with construction experience will be considered. Training and benefits will be available to the successful applicants. Please forward resume to: paverswanted@yahoo.ca. ASPHALT PAVING Personnel Required: Paving contractor in the beautiful BC Interior requires paving personnel for all aspects of Asphalt Lay-down. Applicants should have minimum 1 years’ experience in Highway, commercial and residential paving, although candidates with construction experience will be considered for training. Please forward resume to: paverswanted@yahoo.ca.
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Job is based out of Parksville. Fax resume to 250-248-4952. ISLAND TRADERS (formerly Stock Exchangers) in Parksville is currently seeking a motivated and energetic person to fill a Part Time Sales position with the possibility of future full time. Drop off resumes at 115 Craig St.
LANDSCAPE FOREMAN Professional Landscape Co. has a position open for lawn maintenance foreman. Minimum 2 yrs experience. Good starting wage. Please reply with resume to: thesharpdesign@yahoo.com
PROFESSIONAL SALES ASSOCIATES Interested in SALES? Outgoing? Motivated? Gregg distributors (BC) Ltd. is looking for individuals to fill Outside Sales positions. We offer excellent growth & compensation possibilities. Knowledge of the Industrial and H.D. industries are an asset. Training will be provided to help achieve your full potential. Please fax resumes: (1)250-756-1170 or Visit employment opportunities: www.greggdistributors.ca
LINE COOK required, experience breakfast, lunch and dinner. Drop resume off at Deez Bar & Grill (anytime).
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Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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CLEANING SERVICES EXPERIENCED and reliable cleaner has openings avail. Exc references $20/hr Call Sandi 250-927-2449
SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.
SERVERS REQUIRED Must have “Serving it Right”, a positive attitude and must be able to work night shifts & weekends. Apply to: The French Creek Marine Pub, #1-1025 Lee Rd, Parksville.
Giovanni’s Ristorante, in Qualicum Beach, is hiring for the exciting, permanent position of part-time fine dining server. We are passionate about our food and service experience we provide to our guests, and are seeking an enthusiastic individual to help us deliver!
WORK WANTED
Only those candidates considered will be contacted.
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD
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Giovanni’s Ristorante, Unit 4, 180 West 2nd Avenue Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2T5
Send resume, cover letter and references Attention Sandy Conn PHARMASAVE Qualicum Beach, Box 970-720 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach BC V9K 1T3 Fax: 250-752-8411 Email:sandy@ qualicumpharmasave.com by March 2, 2012
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Resumés, along with a cover letter, will only be accepted in person: • Monday – Friday between 10:30 am and 11:30 am • Any day between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm There is a strict closing date of Monday, March 5th, 2012 www.giovannisqualicum.com
Pharmasave Qualicum Beach is seeking certified F/T, self-motivated, energetic team player to lead our Natural Health Dept. The successful applicant must have a minimum of 2 years experience in retail sales in vitamins and supplements and superior customer service. In addition, applicants should have experience in goal setting, purchasing, inventory and GM management, POS and general computer skills.
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Required Skills & Experience: • Previous serving experience with a willingness to learn our serving standards • Excellent communication and customer service skills • Take food and beverage orders professionally and efficiently, then accurately enter into POS (Maitre ‘D) • Ensure prompt delivery of food prepared as ordered Monitor flow of guests, and food and beverage items • Contribute as a team member, and know when to ask for support from other team members, in order to ensure that service standards are maintained for every guest • Utilize effective and suggestive upselling techniques • Handle bill presentation and all financial transactions accurately and in accordance with established procedures • Maintain cleanliness of dining room, equipment, and all work areas • Exhibit a high degree of knowledge and/or a strong aptitude for learning about food, wine and proper service etiquette • Must be available all Friday/Saturday & Holiday evenings, plus 2-3 additional evenings/week • Must be 19 years of age or older and possess a valid Serving It Right certification
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WANTED: EXPERIENCED Full time Shipper/Receiver for established lumberyard. Proficiency in tallying lumber and operating a forklift is essential, along with good organizational/ clerical skills and a positive attitude. Other duties include pulling lumber orders and processing orders on a computer. Forward your resume, together with current references and your wage expectations to: Parksville Qualicum News, Drawer #30, 4-154 Middleton, Parksville, BC, V9P 2H2.
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J&M Yard Works. Complete home & garden maintenance. No job to small. Hedges, trees, full lawn care, gutters, fences, pressure washing, R.V detailing, outdoor painting. If it’s in your yard, we do it. Insured with 15 years experience. Call Jay at 250-954-0672 for a free estimate.
WOODEN URNS, professionally handcrafted. Different types of wood/sizes. Gerry: (250)714-3641 (250)729-7870
ERRINGTON 1BDRM- private entrance. Avail immed. $550/mo+ utils. Refs req’d. Call (250) 954-0191. PARKSVILLE – BRIGHT & spacious 2 bdrm, D/W, W/D optional. Large balcony, security camera & parking incl’d. Near schools, beach, downtown & on bus route. From $775. Available March and April 1st. Call 250-248-8592. QUALICUM: 2 Level, 2 Bdrm town home 1.5 bath, 5 appliances, back yard. N/P, N/S. Feb. 15. $825/mo. Children Welcome! (250)752-6585 or (250)240-0070. 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 Apr. 1st. 250-752-5109. DOWNTOWN QUALICUM- 1 bdrm + den condo, completely reno’d, covered parking, large patio, granite counters, stainless appls, avail April. 1, $950. mo. NS/NP. (250)752-3419. SAVE MONEY! Our renovated 2 bdrm apts incld heat & hot water, plus an option for a free 32” TV with a one year lease! $800/mo. Call 250-248-3350. WEMBLEY AREA country living in the city- 2 bdrm. (250)228-3177. WEMBLEY AREA country living in the city- 1 bdrm. (250)228-3177.
DRYWALL PACIFIC RIM DRYWALL 21 yrs
experience, reno’s & repairs, no job to small, local references. Drywall, drywall finishing, ceiling texture & skylight repair. Guaranteed workmanship. We’re in the Parksville Telus Yellow Pages under Drywall. Call Parksville at 250-586-3945. SPECIALIZING IN all re-textured ceilings, drywall, tiling, framing, insulating, finished trim, hardwood & laminate floors. Call a PRO. Phil 250954-1859 Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Renovation Specialist, 30 yrs of fast friendly service. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB YOU’VE TRIED the rest! Now get the best! Board, tape, texture & paint. 35 Years experience. Call Dave 250-937-0415
GARDENING NOT TOO early to start your Spring yard clean-up and garden prep! No job too small! Reasonable hourly rates. Call Shelley @ 250-248-0449
TREE PRUNING Fruit trees and ornamentals Roses and Shrubs too! Qualified and experienced personnel
Call 250-752-3161 or 250-240-0102 Luke Downs WES-COAST YARDBIRDS. Lawns, gardens, yard cleanup, hauling. Pressure washing, Irrigation, carpentry. Tree Pruning, Topping, Removal. Please call 250-752-9444.
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. A1 QUALITY PAINTING Experienced-Insured-References
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT
STEEL BUILDINGS for all uses! Spring Deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands Now! Call for Free Brochure - 1-800-6685111 ext. 170.
I love to paint! (250) 248-8450. O.K. THE HANDYMAN. Interior painting & plastering. Small or big jobs. 250-947-5970 POIRIER PAINTING, Residential / Commercial / Vinyl Siding / Driveway Sealing. Fully insured, Guaranteed Workmanship, Free Estimates. Call Dan 250-240-3528. WCB
STEEL OF a deal - building sale! 20X24 $4798. 25X30 $5998. 30X42 $8458. 32X58 $12,960. 40X60 $15,915. 47X80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.
REAL ESTATE
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DEEP BAY, BEAUTIFUL Location. 1 level, 1826 s/f, luxury townhome. Shows like new. $349k. Call 250-757-8429
10 WEEK obedience course starts Mar 20 in Nanoose. Very small class, lots of individual attention. Call 250-8210715
PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING - NO CAGES. I will care for your much loved cat(s) in my home. They get their own room with a home setting. Min. 7-day or long term stay. Limited space, book ahead! (250)740-5554
SUPPORTIVE LIVING 50+ Lovely one bedroom patio home in Parksville. Multiple upgrades. New paint, laminate floor, walk-in shower, 3 appliances. Meals optional. Small pet allowed. 250-334-7748 email
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HOUSES FOR SALE
FREE. Moving and have to leave 2 indoor/outdoor cats. Have shots, & spayed. Great personalities, litter trained. Call 250-240-6045
3200 sq.ft. Commerical Building for Lease. Excellent exposure Located by a busy intersection on Alberni Hwy, Extra Large 14ft x 20ft roll up doors, locked compound. $1,800.00 per month 250-954-9547
COTTAGES ERRINGTON 2 bdrm cottage, full bath, hydro/cable included, $900 mo, ref’s req, avail March. 1. Call 250-248-4809. ERRINGTON CABIN. 1-bdrm, 15 mins to Parksville. Lrg shop with 220V, NS/NP $750./mo+ utils. 250-248-6554. QUALICUM BEACH- 1 bdrm cabin+ sun room, 4 appls, 1/2 acre, $750+ utils. NS/NP. Avail Mar 1. (250)594-5961.
WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE $$ CASH PAID $$ for NEWER FRIDGES, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS etc.
BUILDALL GROUP Home maintenance interior/exterior, small or large jobs. 35 yrs exp. in reno’s & const’n. Call Lou 250-248-7044. OCEANSIDE HOUSE & Home: For all your home maintenance & repairs. Refs available. Pete (250)927-2641. SMALL JOB Specialist. Experienced Contractor. At home or business. Small jobs a Specialty. Reasonable rates. Professional workmanship. Refs. Dave: 250-954-7877. SPRING IS here! I can do your lawn mowing, pressure washing, yard work, dump hauls & much more. Seniors discount! Free quotes. 250-927-1254
HAULING AND SALVAGE TERRY’S TRUCKING, Haul away junk, yard waste, appl’s, furn. Cheap!! Phone Terry @ 250-248-4917 leave message. WAYNE’’S HAUL-AWAY. Will haul away unwanted whatever. Small engine repair, Bondable, Call 250-752-1639.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS “LET GEORGE do it” Carpentry & painting - No HST! Call 250-951-0844 TODD THE BUILDER. Renos, plumbing. Commercial offices; Custom homes. 250-752-1121
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RATHTREVOR BEACH. This is a bright, clean 2-bdrm condo with ocean view. $750./mo. includes everything except phone. Avail. immediately for temporary or long term rental. Reference req’d. Call Pauline at 206-265-1228 or email pauline_gfs@hotmail.com
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
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HANDYPERSONS
APARTMENTS FURNISHED
PETS
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES Sales & Service. FULL WARRANTY. Large Showroom
1040 BELLEVUE ROAD Parksville 250-248-8251
FREE ITEMS FREE DROP OFF: Oil, batteries, scrap metal. We pay $Cash$ for unwanted Cars & Trucks. Call anytime. Norms Towing & Salvage (prev. of Bull Dog Auto) 250-757-8911 or 250-954-7543.
FUEL/FIREWOOD COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD. Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose). FIREWOOD, SEASONED Fir mixed, split & delivered. Stock up for next yr. or wood to burn now. $160.-$180/cord. Honest & reliable service. Call 250-752-3246.
SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD. WEST COAST Firewood. Seasoned fir by the cord. Volume discount. Cut, split, delivery, tax incl. 1-877-380-9663. WOOD PELLET fuel for sale. We deliver. 250-757-9232
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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO DOWNTOWN QUALICUM Beach, beautiful 1-bdrm, bright, private. NS/NP. $850 mo. Ref’s req’d.(250)752-4224
2 BD apt. in Parksville, includes hydro $825/mo Sorry, No Pets, Non-Smoking Check it out at www.remax-anchor.ca Call Sharon Edgell for more information 752-2466 or 1-800-668-3622
“Such a wonderful family atmosphere”
BACHELOR CABIN with loft sleeping space in Errington by the falls, $750/mo. incls. laundry, hydro, internet. Avail April. 1st. N/S, N/P. (250)951-9621. COOMBS, 2 Bdrm, 1 bath, new floors, new paint. $800 p/m. + util’s. Ph.250-240-7008
NANOOSE BAY, spectacular waterfront 1 bdrm cottage, 800 sq ft, 1000 sq ft deck, fully furn’d, laundry, amazing gardens, $950 mo, short or long term lease, avail March. 1. Call 604-924-8068 or email: parrygroup@gmail.com
SHARED ACCOMMODATION
NANOOSE/FAIRWINDS, 2 bdrm + den, 3 full baths, 2180 sq ft, gas & wood/burning F/P’s, workshop and large storage room. Walk to Fairwinds clubhouse, N/S, $1250 mo. Call Chris 250-248-8371. PARKSVILLE (DOWNTOWN) 3 bdrm bungalow, walking distance to school & shopping. Avail Mar 1. NS/NP. $1175+ utils. References req’d. Call 250-954-2243. QUALICUM BEACH- 2 bdrm close to beach in Qualicum, great location. N/S. Avail Mar 15. $1050 for long term. Call 250-757-8682, 250-752-9252. QUALICUM BEACH, rancher for lease. 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 6 appl, N/S, N/P. Avail Mar 1st. view now. $1100 + utils. Call 250-594-8438, 250-756-6713. QUALICUM BEACHwell kept, level entry rancher on Eagle Crest Dr- 4 bdrms, 2.5 bath, 5 appls, dbl attached garage, N/S, pets neg, $1650+ util, yearly lease. Refs. req’d. Mar 1. 250-752-9474. WHISKEY CREEK- 1100sq ft, 3 bdrms, lower level of house, 4 appls. NP/NS, $750/mo + utils. Call 250-752-0501. WHISKEY CREEK- 3 bdrm, 1 bath, lrg yard. N/S, dog ok. Damage deposit & refs. $850./mo. Avail immed. Call 250-752-4556.
QUALICUM BEACH. Great private office space, Appx. 100 sq/ft. Ground floor with a window, shared reception area. Avail. May 1st. or sooner if necessary. Call 250-240-4751 for more info & to view.
PARKSVILLE: AVAILABLE 1st. March. $1150 /mo. Rancher with attached garage, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, f/s, w/d, m/wave, gas f/p, fully fenced, level lot in quiet area. Very bright home with 3 skylights, close to shopping & recreational facilities. 5 minutes from beach. N/S, Ph: 250-248-8713 or 250-240-3709. ERRINGTON - 3Bdrm side by side 3level duplex on acreage. Location: Dobler Rd. Ref’s Req’d. $850 - 250-954-9547
Two bedroom bright and spacious suites available now with a great service package and more... All at affordable monthly rates, convenient in-town location Call Stacey Ryhorchuk today for a personal tour
OFFICE/RETAIL
HOMES FOR RENT
“ A loving caring community”
FRENCH CREEK, 1 bdrm, newly reno’d, $1050 p/m incld’s utils.n/s, n/p, ref’s req’d. Quiet, near bus. Avail Apr. 1st, or sooner. Call 250-951-9146
2 BEDROOM lower duplex located on acreage in Errington, but close to town $750 per month 250-954-9547 WHISKEY CREEK- new 1 bdrm, detached suite on hobby farm. NS/NP. $550/mo incls hydro. Refs req’d. Avail immed. Call 250-752-4556.
COOMBS- 1200sq ft, 3 bdrms, sunken family & dining room, wood stove, W/D, D/W, private patio, peaceful setting. 12 mins Qualicum Beach Parksville, $950. (250)951-9962. COOMBS: 3 bdrm, private property, F/S, W/D, fenced yard, lrg deck, shed. N/S, no dogs. Avail. Apr. 1st. $800/mo + util’s. Call 250-248-9579. WHISKEY CREEKQuiet area, 1 bdrm mobile on lot, F/S, W/D. NS/NP. $475/mo +utils. Refs req’d. Available Now. Call 250-752-0501.
Independent Retirement Living with Supportive Services “I have never been as happy as I have been these past three years living at Hawthorne Place”
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
MOBILE HOMES & PADS
HOMES WANTED
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Retail / Professional Space for Lease in the village Qualicum Beach. from 544 sq.ft to 1427 sq.ft. phone 250 248 6504
RV PADS COOMBS: RV site. Small adult park, $375 + hydro (year round), incls cable & storage. Call (250)586-1372. PARKSVILLE AREA- RV pad. Wooded site. $425/mo, includes utils. Available now. Call 250-927-5623.
250-752-4217
COLLEGE FEMALE looking for female to share accom. in Qualicum or Parksville. Call/text after 6 778-971-0998 ROOM MATE Wanted for French Creek area to live with single dad in nice home. $450 p/m. Utils incl. N/S, N/P. Call 250-951-9146
STORAGE 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 COOMBS- 1600sq ft 2 bdrm on acreage, W/D hook-up, NP/NS. Refs req’d. Available Mar 1 or later. $795+ utils. Call 250-739-2800. COOMBSSPACIOUS 2 bdrm suite, 4 appls, w/priv entrance, covered patio, carport w/storage. $1000. Call 250752-2634. ERRINGTON - 1 Bdrm Bachelor. Incl. Hydro & Cable. $550.00 - 250-954-9547
RENTALS
PARKSVILLE, PRIVATE, 1 Bdrm suite: suits 1, $795 p/m. utils incl. W/D. 250-954-8326 RIVER’S EDGE, new 1 bdrm suite, priv ent, appls & parking incl’d, great mountain views, country setting, deck. All utilities included. Avail Apr. 1, $800 mo. Call 250-248-2806.
WANTED TO RENT MATURE BUSINESS owner seeks quiet rural home for long-term rental, Oceanside/ Coombs area. $800. maximum. For more information call 778-421-2929.
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CARS 2003 HONDA CIVIC- Estate Sale, 1 owner, 94,500 km, manual locks, no A/C. $7000. Call (250)594-7565.
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL SCRAP BATTERIES Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 & up each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Toll Free 1.877.334.2288.
PARKSVILLE, BEAUTIFUL, grnd floor w/ F/P, priv entrance, patio. Laundry avail. $750 + utils. (250)954-9442.
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PARKSVILLE suite for rent. $900/mth. 2 bed, 1 bath, private park/entrance, yard & patio. Inludes: Hotwater, hydro, W/D, fridge/stove, D-Wash, No pets/smoking. (250)954-1756, leave message.
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WHISKEY CREEK. Self contained bachelor, newly reno’d, $550. NS/NP. All inclusive with Wireless internet & satellite TV Avail Mar 1. (250)752-9793.
SUITES, UPPER BRIGHT & SPACIOUS, near new, 2 bdrm, upper suite near Parksville train station.1000 s/f, 5 appli’s, deck with partial ocean view, NS, NP. Suit mature couple. $1050 p/mo + util’s. Call: 1-250-716-6797 COOMBS: THIS Cozy 1-bdrm loft suite comes completely furnished. 2 decks, laundry; recently renovated. Quiet, pastoral setting with mountain views. $750./mo + utils. Call 250-248-9540.
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