THURSDAYFEBRUARY 6, 2014
Official newspaper of the Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals
www.pqbnews.com
BCYCNA
Gold 2012 General Excellence
FREE EVENTS ABOUND
EMPOWERING EMPLOYMENT
Your guide to Family Day fun in Parksville Qualicum Beach
Our Thursday Spotlight focuses on PDACL and its people
A28-29
A5
Save 10¢ /Litre on Ho me Heating Oil from now until April CALL FOR DETAILS
Parksville 250.927.1271
DRUG BUST IN QUALICUM
‘Store’ is dismantled Drugs and liquor sold
• AFDFuels.ca
primarily to youth, say RCMP LISSA ALEXANDER
reporter@pqbnews.com
A Qualicum Beach residence set up like a “grocery store” of drugs and alcohol for youth was recently dismantled by police. Staff Sgt. Brian Hunter told Qualicum Beach council Monday night an arrest was made Jan. 24 at a home on Mill Road after a search warrant had been obtained. “This individual adult male was selling drugs, various drugs, liquor, primarily to the youth of your community,” Hunter told council during his semi-annual report about crime stats. “It was set up like a grocery store, price tags were on there, come on in and do your shopping — it was disgusting.” The man allegedly responsible will now be held accountable within the justice system, Hunter said. He underlined to council that it’s important to know that this type of situation does exist in the community and that parents need to talk to kids when appropriate. If behavior seems odd, Hunter said parents need to ask tough questions, adding any information about the selling of drugs is helpful to the local detachment.
PARKSVILLE CITY COUNCIL
No $ for INfilm JOHN HARDING
editor@pqbnews.com
Carrie Powell-Davidson’s motion to support the Vancouver Island North Film Commission with $5,000 in taxpayer money failed in a close city council vote on Monday night. And she said she hopes her city council colleagues don’t regret turning their backs on this potential revenue generator for Parksville. See MERCER REPORT, page A36
AGS
We Stock Quality Name Brand Computer Parts And Accessories! #1-501 Stanford Ave E., Parksville (behind Tim Hortons)
JOHN HARDING PHOTO
From left, Allan Iwanyshyn, Tammy Dunakin and Beverly Ness mingle with some of the goats they would like to put to work munching unwanted vegetation in Parksville.
Weed-eating goats considered JOHN HARDING editor@pqbnews.com
Move over Goats on the Roof — some of your cousins may soon be munching Scotch Broom on city boulevards. Parksville city council heard Monday night from a business that wants to set up shop in the city, a weed service of sorts that employs hungry goats. Representatives of Goats on the Hoof, an affiliate of U.S.-based RentA-Ruminant, made a presentation
to Parksville city council on Monday night. The local people who want to start the business here, Beverly Ness and Allan Iwanyshyn, can’t be issued a business licence unless council makes changes, exceptions or amends a city bylaw that states it’s unlawful to keep goats in the city limits. The business may also need city permission to have a live-in trailer beside the area being munched while the goats do their job. In the end, council directed staff to come back with a report to a future
council meeting on how, and if, this business idea could work in Parksville. Before that, councillors were treated to what a few of them later described as an interesting and entertaining presentation. Iwanyshyn brought Tammy Dunakin from Washington state to make the presentation to council. Dunakin described herself as the “owner and chief wrangler” of a company called Goats on the Hoof Vegetation Management. See GOATS EAT BROOM, page A36
HAVE YOU BACKED UP YOUR PHOTOS OR IMPORTANT DATA LATELY?
250-248-4251 www.agscanada.com Monday - Friday 8:30 to 5:30
AGS
has a great selection of external data storage devices.
LABOU R SPE ON NETCIAL & HARD WORK UPGRAWARE DES
ON NOW
!!
COPIERS / PRINTERS / AGS COMPUTERS / SALES / LEASING / SERVICING
A2
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
FFa am miiilly Da ayy Dea alls Top Sirloin Steaks or Roast Naturally Aged 21 Days Family Pack Savings Size $13.21/kg
Fresh Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Product of Surrey, BC Family Pack Savings Size $12.10/kg
On Sale
5
On Sale
5
99
49
Per lb
IT O A DM
General Mills Cheerios,
Per lb
NE ADMIT O NE
FREE
Fibre 1 or Kids Favourite Cereals 330–505g While quantities last. Selection may vary by location.
On Sale
399 Each
Movie Offer! See in-store for specially marked packages and redeem online. For details visit cineplex.com/freemovieoffer Restrictions Apply.
SunRype 100% Juice Assorted 1L
On Sale
4 $5 for
Where this symbol appears, deposit & enviro levies are applicable.
Buck Brand Organic Navel Orange s Grown in California 4lb/1.81kg Bag
On Sale
3
9Each9
When you purchase a 4lb Bag of Buck Brand Organic Navel Orange s, Thrift y Foods will donate to the BC Lions Society’s Easter Seals Camps.
1
$
Specials in Effect until Tuesday, February 11th, 2014
Exclusive to
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
Page Three
A3
The PQB NeWS Team: John, Candace, Auren & Lissa e-mail: editor@pqbnews.com Phone: 250-905-0019
stArtinG Point
Dutton skates Mon. and Wed. in Sochi
The 2014 Winter Olympics are here and there’s a Qualicum Beach connection to follow. William Dutton, a member of the family that owns Pheasant Glen Golf Resort, is a member of Canada’s speed skating team in Sochi, Russia. Quite a few members of his family have made the trip to Russia for the event. Dutton will skate in the 500m event on Monday, Feb. 10. TSN2 has live coverage starting at 4:55 a.m. our time. Dutton competes in the 1000m event on Wednesday, Feb. 12, with coverage on the main TSN network starting at 5:55 a.m. our time. For Shaw customers in Parksville Qualicum Beach, the TSN main network is on channel 8 and TSN2 is on channel 147. For Telus Optik TV customers, TSN is on channel 900 and TSN2 is on channel 901. Check The NEWS and our website for results. — NEWS Staff
Next chance for say on closures is Wed.
insidE Arts & Entertainment . . A30 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A34 Thursday Spotlight . . . . . . . . A5
Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A10 Letters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A11 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A37-A39
WhAt’s onlinE?
www.pqbnews.com Get the full story. Watch for these icons in our regular articles, then go to www.pqbnews.com for extended content. online www.pqbnews.com
Add your CoMMenTS at www.pqbnews.com
Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ParksvilleNews and Facebook: www.facebook.com/PQBNews hoW to rEACh us: General: Phone 250-248-4341; Fax 250-248-4655 Publisher: Peter McCully . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . publisher@pqbnews .com Editor: John Harding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .250-905-0019 - editor@pqbnews .com Advertising: Brenda Boyd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .250-905-0013 - bboyd@pqbnews .com Production: Peggy Sidbeck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250-905-0016 - team@pqbnews .com Circulation: Laurie Fairbanks . . . . . . . .250-905-0017 - circulation@pqbnews .com Classified display: Pauline Stead . . . . . . . .250-905-0012 - office@pqbnews .com Community Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . events@pqbnews .com
Auren ruvinsky photo
NEW TANKS: the Chevron in downtown parksville is expected to re-open at the end of February after renovating and updating the site including installing new fuel tanks and lines. QuALiCuM BeACh toWn CounCiL DisCusses isLAnD rAiLWAy
Weekend-only plan a ‘surprise’ LISSA ALEXANDER
reporter@pqbnews.com
If passenger rail service is renewed to the Parksville Qualicum Beach area, it may only be on the weekend. Coun. Dave Willie reported the information during a Qualicum Beach town council meeting Monday night. Comments about providing weekend rail service “spilled out” at another recent meeting, Willie said, between Parksville and Qualicum Beach municipal leaders and the Island Corridor Foundation (ICF), which owns the railway track from Victoria to Courtenay. “I think that was a big surprise to all of us,” Willie said, adding attendees at the meeting also heard the passenger train wouldn’t leave Nanaimo at 5:30 a.m. but at 7 a.m. and head south, Monday through Friday. “That’s a very big difference from what we were told and what we agreed to.” The weekend passenger service, which is apparently on the current service agreement being negotiated between ICF and Via Rail, would also include Courtenay, Willie said, although he was not granted his request to look at a schedule. When asked about recovering some of the capital costs to fix the aging rails at the meeting, the CEO of Southern Rail told municipal leaders
“Bp TRU is an automated, non-invasive blood pressure & pulse monitoring system considered second only to a 24-hour blood pressure monitor. Six readings over 12 min. – the first is discarded & the final 5 readings are averaged to give a clear picture of your “TRU” blood pressure. Medicine Centre offers a computer enhanced program to record your readings, with printouts available to take to your physician.”
FEBRUARY IS IS FEBRUARY HEART MONTH HEART MONTH Know Your TRU Blood Pressure!
Know Your TRU Blood Pressure! ENTER OUR MONTHLY PRIZE DRAW! Call us today, or stop by, to find out more about this valuable free service.
Call us today, or stop by, to find out more
Name: _________________________________________ about this valuable free service.
Tel: ___________________ email:___________________
DEAN Pharmacist/Manager
3 Oceanside Locations
“frankly” Willie said, that there was no business plan that would see any return of investment back to the rail for the next 10 years. Instead they would complete tasks project-by-project. Willie reminded those in attendance at the meeting Monday night that as a regional district this area made a significant contribution (half a million dollars) toward renewing rail service. The Island Corridor Foundation’s website states that the provincial government committed $7.5 million in June 2011, in May 2012 the federal government committed $7.5 million and in February of 2013 five Island regional governments committed $3.4 million. Southern Rail of Vancouver Island and ICF will fund the balance, the website states. Calls to the Island Corridor Foundation were not returned before press time. Willie said no one wants to see the corridor go away, whether its used for rail service, walking or biking. “But I don’t think any of us want to see us getting into a situation, which is what we seem to be seeing, where the first $20 million becomes $40 million and $60 million becomes $100 million.” The worst section of the rail is between Parksville and Courtney/Comox, Willie said.
✁
The school board is looking for input on their plan to address empty seats and budget shortfalls through school closures. A 90-day consultation period, required by the province and board policy 3040, has started and the Board of Education of School District 69 (Qualicum) is hosting the first public meeting next Wed., Feb. 12 at Springwood Middle School. Visit www.pqbnews.com for a full story about the upcoming meetings and a complete list of dates and locations. — NEWS Staff
ENTER OUR MONTHLY PRIZE DRAW! Address: _______________________________________
Looking After Your Health Care Needs…
Memorial Compounding Medicine Centre.. 699 Memorial Avenue, Qualicum Beach, 250-752-9976 Qualicum Medicine Centre ....................... 2-219 Fern Road West, Qualicum Beach, 250-752-9911 Nanoose Medicine Centre ..........................4-2451 Collins Crescent, Nanoose Bay, 250-468-9921
We Deliver!
Name:______________________________ Tel:_______________email:_____________ Address: ____________________________
Drawbox in-store. Contact information will be added to our customer database and will not be shared with other parties.
www.medicinecentre.com
Drawbox in-store. Contact information will be added to our customer database and will not be shared with other parties.
A4
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Natural gas. Good for aspiring chefs. Eight out of ten chefs prefer cooking with natural gas. It offers instant flame and precise temperature control, helping you make the most of all your culinary creations.
LISSA ALEXANDER PHOTO
Hilda Pearce recently sold her business in Qualicum Beach and was honoured by town council for her contribution to business and other endeavours in the community. Above, she is presented with flowers by Mayor Teunis Westbroek at Monday’s council meeting.
QUALICUM BEACH TOWN COUNCIL NEWS
Hilda honoured by town Community leader Hilda Pearce recently sold her Second Avenue business
Natural gas is good for laundry too. Enter to win a washer and natural gas dryer! For contest details, visit fortisbc.com/lovinlaundry. fortisbc.com/lovinlaundry
FortisBC uses the FortisBC name and logo under license from Fortis Inc. (13-476.5 01/2014)
476.5_NGHCE_PrintAds_4C_4.3125x7_P1.indd 2
1/10/2014 2:13:54 PM
LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
Qualicum Beach resident Hilda Pearce was honoured at a town council meeting in Qualicum Beach Monday as a pioneer for business in the community. The business woman, volunteer and politician recently sold her business, Second Avenue Clearance Centre, and Mayor Teunis Westbroek said council thought it was appropriate to acknowledge her contribution to the community with some flowers and a card.
Coun. Dave Willie said Pearce had been instrumental in everyone’s business in Qualicum Beach, including his own. “I certainly wouldn’t be sitting here today if it hadn’t been for Hilda,” he said. Coun. Bill Luchtmeijer said everyone will miss Pearce’s day-to-day presence and that Qualicum Beach has moved forward in the direction it has because of people like Pearce. Westbroek and Willie both commented on how Pearce had also been instrumental in helping Quality Foods get going in the community. Pearce thanked everyone and let them know that people could still expect to see her. “I just wanted to say that I’ve sold my business but I’m not retired from doing business in this community — I’ll see you around.”
Dramatic rescue by firefighters LISSA ALEXANDER
reporter@pqbnews.com
FEBRUARY ESCAPES Weekly Dinner Specials
FROM $10
at the Landing West Coast Grill Essential Pedicure & Spa Massage at AquaTerre Spa
$119
Qualicum Beach Fire Chief Darryl Kohse recounted the dramatic rescue made by his members to Qualicum Beach town council Monday night. The incident took place Wednesday, Jan. 29. A man was working on his roof when he fell through the house, which was under construction, into his basement. He suffered facial injuries and a skull fracture at the back of his head. The challenge for firefighters was getting him out of the basement, Kohse said, as the stairs were yet to be put in the home. They managed to get the stretcher out a window by using a ladder. They then facilitated a helicopter recovery of the man at the lower ball field in Qualicum
Beach. The man was flown to Victoria Hospital and Kohse couldn’t confirm his condition, but he said he understood the man was put into a drug-induced coma. • Town of Qualicum Beach staff will be proceeding with the demolition the Heritage Forest Stables building when vacant, after a motion passed at Monday night’s meeting. Mayor Teunis Westbroek said a report indicates the poor quality of the structure and the costs associated of fixing it, including a new roof. Director of engineering Bob Weir said the building has also been tested for hazardous material and asbestos has been found in the drywall. The motion passed unanimously. The resident has been previously ordered to vacate the premises by Feb. 15.
CHOCOLATES PLUS Unique Valentine’s Day Pop-up Cards in Stock!
Spend the night together Our Cozy Winter Special is
Looking for the perfect card or gift?
CHOCOLATES PLUS is your one-stop destination!
$99/night. FF 10%thO is ad,
with Feb 13. expires
144 - 2nd Ave., West Qualicum Beach ♥ 250-752-8483
122A Craig Street Parksville ♥ 250-248-7425
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
THURSDAY SPOTLIGHT: People, places and issues of the Parksville/Qualicum Beach region
A5
community living
Walking into meaningful work
Among many other forms of support, PDACL is helping people into the workforce AUREN RUVINSKY writer@pqbnews.com
Helping people with developmental disabilities find employment is not only good for them, but a benefit to employers and the community. “Employability is good for business,” says Ainsley Moore, vocational counsellor with the Parksville and District Association for Community Living (PDACL). While PDACL is “dedicated to empowering people with disabilities” as their slogan says, their Community Career Connections program focuses on helping those who want to find gainful employment. Moore cited statistics: 86 per cent of adults with developmental disabilities have above-average attendance at work and most stay at a job five times longer than the average employee. But she also said the caThe employer trusts me reer program to make sure they arrive is about helpon time and cover all ing particitheir duties pants “grow to Ainsley Moore achieve their hopes and dreams.” Currently funded for 10 participants, most to date have gone into some form of regular-salaried employment, but Victoria Trerice is looking to become the program’s first to start her own business. “I love dogs,” she said, summing up the reason she is working towards starting a dog-walking business called Puppy Love. The 22-year-old hasn’t been in the area long, having moved here from Victoria, but she said she knows her way around well, and enjoys walking, so it didn’t take long for her and Moore to settle on the dog-walking idea. As always, Moore said she spent dozens of hours getting to know Trerice when she entered the program, discovering what she might like to do and what she’s capable of. Moore said she spends 50 to 80 hours getting to know each person and focuses on what they like, rather than just what they might initially think
they should do for work. In other cases, as a participant begins to narrow in on job prospects, it is Moore who contacts the business and, once hired, Moore is actually the one trained for the job. She is then the person who trains and supports the participant in the new job. Sometimes the jobs their participants end up doing weren’t even specific jobs before they got there, but Moore and the employer work together to discover various tasks the business needs doing that may not already be getting done. They call it “job carving” and assemble a job from various other bits. Moore is then responsible, at no extra cost to the employer, for making sure the participant is trained and capable of the various tasks. For example, last summer she trained one participant in recycling at Rathtrevor and very slowly backed away, literally. Once things were working she stepped back and observed for a day. The next day she observed from outside the tent. The following day she sat across the road and kept pulling back as the new employee became more confident. “The employer trusts me to make sure they arrive on time and cover all their duties,” Moore said. The participants then learn and grow into their jobs like any other employee, possibly taking on other tasks and developing new skills. PDACL’s career program now has people working at a range of places including A&W, Tim Hortons, Rathtrevor, Quality Foods, the Society of Organized Services, Black and White Party Rentals and the Parksville Downtown Business Association’s familiar litter control “clean team.” Meanwhile, Trerice and Moore are doing all the long, hard work it takes to start a business, nearing the end of the market research phase, which she has spent months on, including developing an extensive survey to see how customer’s at Bosley’s Pet Food Store might use a dog-walking service. Moore said she is happy with the great support and relationship they
Auren ruvinsky PHoto
With the help of PDACL Victoria Trerice is hoping to combine her love of dogs and her love of walking into a new dog-walking business called Puppy Love.
have with their existing employers, but they are always looking for new businesses to get involved as employers, mentors like Bosley’s, or any other form of support.
For more information visit www. pdacl.ca. Interested businesses should contact Moore at 250-954-7530 or career_ connections@pdacl.ca.
Come & See Your Hometown Team 114 Hirst Avenue in Downtown Parksville
250-248-6764 www.parkswest.com
COMPUTER SALES
We carry top name brand laptops & desktops. We offer the competitiveness and quality of the “Big Box Stores” with hometown service. Computer repairs too!
Gregory
Knows His Stuff
A6
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK
To submit your activities; e-mail: events@pqbnews.com, fax:250-248-4655 or drop by: #4-154 Middleton Ave
THU. FEB .6
FRI. FEB. 7
SELF WORKSHOP
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
12:30-4-pm, Jules’s Place, 525 Balsam, QB. $25/Jule @ 250.752.4996
COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS DANCE
10:30-11am, PV Library, Preschoolers with a caregiver. 250-248-3841
THE FRETLESS CONCERT
7:30-10pm, Rotary House, QB. Adults/Seniors $2.50 p.p. ebfoden@gmail.com, 250-586-3743.
8pm, Errington Hall/1390 Errington Rd. Tickets/$20. (www.thefretless.com). Info: 250-248-5106, ewmhinfo@ gmail.com
MUSIC AT DEE’Z
MUSIC TRIVIA
7pm, Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 West Is. Hwy. Featuring LAZY MIKE & THE ROCKIN RECLINERS. 250-752-8055.
7pm, Shady Rest Pub. Prizes 3109 W. Island Hwy, QB.
BABYTIME
PARKSVILLE EAGLES
10:30-11am, 100 Jensen Ave E. 18 months or younger. 250-248-3841
DISCOVER YOGA
1-2pm, Jan14-Feb 20/ Tues. & Thurs, Parksville Studio/ Hot N Cool Yoga. Info: 250586-4202 or email: info@ hotncoolyogaclub.com
FRI. FEB. 7 TENNIS
1-4pm, Springwood Park, every day. Cynthia Sage 250-248-5702. www.arrowsmithtennis.ca
SAT. FEB. 8 9am-1pm, Eagles Hall, 281 A Pioneer Cres. Flea Market & Bake Sale. FREE/ Tables $10. Info: 250-248-3922, panorama20@gmail.com
QB FARMERS MARKET 8:30am-12:30pm, Veteran’s Way & Memorial, Qbfmmanager@gmail.com 250-240-1233
TEXAS HOLD’EM FUNDRAISER
7-11pm, Qualicum curling club lounge, 19+,$25. Open to the public, limit 50 players. Peggy 250-586-3411, Paikman@shaw.ca
Wine Making Kits Wine Specials California White ................... $34.97 Johannisberg Riesling ............................. $36.97 Cabernet Sauvignon ............. $39.97 Valpolicella ........................... $36.97 Green Apple Gewurtztraminer ................ $39.97 New Kits! Come with labels
Saving Thousands on your Mortgage!
250-248-4022 www.dumbrell.ca
MONDAY, FEB 10TH
FAMILY DAY FREE SWIM & SKATE
Both Ravensong Aquatic Centre and Oceanside Place Arena are open to celebrate BC Provincial Family Day. Free admission to both of these events is courtesy of Quality Foods. Family Swim from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Family Skate from 1:00 to 5:00 pm RDN, Recreation and Parks 250-752-5014 or 250-248-3252 or view swim and skate schedules online at www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
FEB 2-MAR 30TH
SPRING SUNDAYS AT MILNER GARDENS Enjoy the early Spring bulbs. Garden open 11am to 3:30pm, last entry 3pm. Tea Room open 11am - 3pm for soup and scones. Admission adults $5.25, students $3.15 includes tax, children 12 and under free admission accompanied by an adult. 250-752-6153 www.milnergardens.org
SAT. FEB. 8
SUN. FEB. 9
LIVE MUSIC
TUE. FEB. 11
PANCAKE BREAKFAST/MARKET
NEWCOMERS CLUB
PV LION’S/SAVE-ONFOODS FAMILY SKATE
FREE WEBINAR
7-11pm. Live Music with THE RENOVATION BLUES BAND. FOOT STOMPIN’ BLUES! Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Is. Hwy, QB.
SMART MEETING
10-11:30am. SOS, 245 W. Hirst Ave., PV. Info & assistance re-Alcohol and Drug Use Disorder problems. Jack McNeil 250-752-1052 or 250-714-9703.
SATURDAY STITCHING 1:30-3:30pm, all ages/skills. PV Library. 250-248-3841.
SUN. FEB. 9 COOMBS OLD TIME FIDDLERS DANCE
2:30pm, Rotary House, QB. Adults/Seniors $2.50 p.p. ebfoden@gmail.com, 250586-3743.
PARKSVILLE UKULELE 2:30-4pm, at the MAC, 133 McMillan St, PV. All ukulele players welcome. $5/door. Info: parksvillecirclejam@ shaw.ca 11am, Bethlehem Retreat Centre, 2371 Arbot Rd., Nanaimo. Info: 250-7540774.
Parksville
169 West 2nd Avenue Qualicum Beach • 752-9833
Dumbrell
Featured Events for the Week
QUAKERS MEETING
Dolly’s
Call Denise
8am-12pm, Lighthouse Community Hall, 240 Lions Way, QBay. Info/table rentals: 778.424.9900. info@ communityhall.ca.
12:15-1:45pm. Free skate/ rentals. Oceanside Place Arena. www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation. 250-248-3252.
MON. FEB. 10 FAMILY DAY AT THE MUSEUM
10am-4pm, 587 Beach Rd, QB. Try your hand at origami etc. Enjoy the exhibits. Admission by donation. Info: 250-752-5533, qbmuseum@shaw.ca
OPEN MIC NIGHT
7-10pm, The Shady Rest Pub, 3109 W. Is. Hwy, QB.
TAOIST TAI CHI
7-9pm, Parksville Clubhouse, 491A E. Is. Hwy (across from Tim Horton’s). Beginners Class, everyone welcome! Info: 250-2403387
9:45am/doors, 10:15/ meeting. Qualicum Beach & Area monthly meeting, St. Stephen’s Church Hall on Village Way, QB. Info: qbnewcomers.org
7-8pm. Income Tax Tips for Family Caregivers. Info: 250-384-0408. caregiversupport@fcns.ca
QB GARDEN CLUB
7pm, Meeting at QB Civic Centre. New members & guests welcome!
DADS’ NIGHT OUT
6:30-7:30pm, Parksville Library, 100 Jensen Ave. E. Dads & their kids enjoy a fun night of board games. Info: 250.248.3841 ext.4
Better Rates than your Bank!
WED. FEB. 12
WED. FEB. 12
BURGER & BEER
TIMBERLINE DANCE
6pm, Wildlife (NIWRA) Fundraiser at White Spot. Live music & silent auction. $20 tickets. Info: 250-2488534, wildlife@niwra.org
LADIES BADMINTON 1:30-3pm, Arrowsmith Activity Hall. Looking for new members. Info: Margaret 250-752-1103
THU. FEB. 13 CHRCO TEA DANCE 2-5pm, $5/door. Coombs Rodeo Grounds Hall. Country music, coffee.. MUSICIANS WELCOME! Info: (250) 738 -1661.
CIRCLE JAM AT THE MAC
7pm-9pm, 133 McMillan Street, PV. $5/door. All musicians welcome, whatever your ability. Info: parksvillecirclejam@shaw.ca
EMERGENCY FIRST AID
7-10pm, PV Legion, 146 West Hirst St. Adults/FREE. Info: Bill Wilson 250-7528542, laveer@shaw.ca
4pm-7pm, 737 Jones St. Red Cross with AED/CPR C Recert 14yrs+. $42.65. 250-752-5014, recparks@ rdn.bc.ca
FUNDRAISER SWEETHEART TEA
2-4pm, St. Columbia Church Hall, 921 Wembly St. Arbutus Star Society hosting. $10: 250-7522513 or 250-954-1368.
MUSIC AT DEE’Z
7pm, Deez Bar & Grill, 3353 West Is. Hwy. Featuring MANGLE WOOD. 250-752-8055.
Need Assistance with Daily Tasks?
Marion’s TLC
Supporting Seniors at Home
Is here for YOU! Reasonable Rates! Call Today! Home: 250-951-0623
Marion Scott Cell: 250-240-0631
YOGA CLASSES
12:30-1:30, Shelly Rd Centre, 186 Shelly Rd, PV. Starts Feb 4th, Tues/ Beginner; Thurs/Yoga Flow/ all levels. (250) 248-4116 or lizzieandpat@shaw.ca
MEDITATE AT MAC
Jan14-Feb 25, 5:30 pm, 133 McMillan St. FREE. 250 954 5040, www.freemeditation. ca.
Every day from 4 to 6pm go to Quality Foods for crazy low prices on a select product. The Appy Hour deal changes every day!
Family Dentistry
New Patients Welcome! Dr. Denny B. Essig DMD 175 Corfield Street Parksville BC
(Across from Thrifty Foods)
250-586-4404
142 Morison Avenue Parksville • 248-9221
www.oceansidedentalcentre.com
JOIN US! for our Seed Starting and Pruning Seminars! 100% BC Owned and Operated HOURS: Mon-Sat 8:30-6:00, Sunday 10:00-4:00
587 Alberni Hwy. Parksville
250-248-3243
FEBRUARY 15, 2014 Seed Starting Seminar - 10:00am with Bernie Guyader (Master Gardener)
Pruning Seminar - 2:00pm
with Luke Downs (The Landscape Consultants)
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
MOUNT ARROWSMITH BIOSPHERE
VIU, city reach agreement It’s one of only two biospheres in the province of B.C.
ary and discipline based activity across cultural, economic, natural environment and social themes. It also links VIU to the broader national Vancouver Island University (VIU) and the and international world of UNESCO.” City of Parksville say they are working closely “Maintaining ourselves as one of only two bioto support and protect the Mount Arrowsmith sphere reserves in the entire province helps to difBiosphere Reserve (MABR) ferentiate this region and speaks Maintaining ourselves as designation perfectly to our ongoing goals one of only two biosphere to be a place of innovation and VIU and the city recently reserves in the entire signed a memorandum of unlearning,” said Parksville Mayor province helps to derstanding they say is intendChris Burger. differentiate this region ed to establish a foundation for VIU and the city say some regional cooperation in areas and speaks perfectly to our of the goals of the memoranof mutual benefit and interest ongoing goals to be a place dum of understanding are to: pertaining to the Mount Ar- of innovation and learning • Promote the mandate and MAYOR CHRIS BURGER rowsmith Biosphere Reserve. goals of the UNESCO designa The United Nations Education in general and the MABR tional Scientific and Cultural in particular; Organization (UNESCO) has recognized and • Explore and promote the enhancement of designated the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere the role of the MABR within the region; Reserve to ensure environmental, economic and • Promote the cultural, economic, environsocial (including cultural and spiritual) sustain- mental and social health of the region as it perability. VIU and the city say they share similar in- tains to the MABR; terests and support the mandate and goals of the • Identify community engagement opportuniUNESCO Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Reserve ties and research related to the MABR mandate; designation and will work together as caretakers • Ensure the City’s Official Community Plan of the MABR to enhance the regional benefits and associated bylaws and policies frame fuwhich derive from such a designation. ture discussions related to the MABR; “The MABR provides an important scholar• Prepare a short-term action plan by June ship and applied research venue for VIU right 30, 2014, an interim action plan by December in our backyard,” says David Witty, VIU Provost 31, 2014, and review accomplishments and and Vice-President Academic. “It offers excit- next steps by November 30, 2015. ing opportunities for a variety of interdisciplin— NEWS Staff/VIU/City of Parksville
A7
Sylvia Kennedy along with her family would like to thank Fr. Melquiades Bayron who officiated the funeral mass for
R. ALBERT KENNEDY
We would also like to express a heartfelt gratitude to the K. of C. and the C.W.L., Jean Kelly, the organist, Ollie Martynuik, Nancy Korman for reading the eulogy and Yates Funeral Home. The support everyone showed our family was felt by your attendance at the Mass, words of comfort, sympathy cards and thoughtful donations made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation and the B.C. Lung Association. Another thank you to all who made Al’s celebration of Life a truly joyous event. Many paid tribute to Al with words and song. Music included: Debbie Ross, singing her own composition of “The Lookout Song” (words by Al Kennedy), Maureen Youngberg’s composition of “White Hankie” and Jeremiah’s beautiful tribute to his Grandfather with his composition of “The Man in the Chair”. Thank you to Nancy Korman for doing such a lovely job as M.C. and to all the ladies, Janet Boley, Rose Brittan and Darlene Pratt who assisted with refreshments. To all for your outpouring of love and caring, it will not be forgotten.
The Kennedy Family
Thank You!
I know Cara along with myself and our four children, would like to send a heartfelt thank you to all of you. Thank you to our families and friends and to the friends we haven’t already met, yet. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your generous donations of time, food, each benefit, and monetary gifts. We would love to thank you all individually but the list in our community is endless.
Appreciatively Dale, Isador, Cieara, Tristan and Cali Bennett.
NEW RECYCLING REGULATIONS RE-WORKED
Chamber happy with changes The Parksville and District Chamber of Commerce is applauding the B.C. government for listening and amending a recycling regulation that was causing substantial concern among businesses so that it will now impact less that one per cent of B.C.’s businesses. “This is a huge relief to our local business community,” said Robynne Shaw, local chamber president. “This change exempts the majority of our local businesses, including all of our mom and pop shops, from new costs and red tape.” The regulation targets packaging and printed paper (PPP) and is slated to go into force in May. The government has announced that it will en-
Happy 70th Birthday, Walter From all your family & friends.
shrine in regulation an exemption for any B.C. business that meets any of the following criteria: • annual revenues of less than $1 million; • less than 1 tonne of packaging and printed paper produced annually and/or • a single point of retail sale (and not supplied by or operated as part of a franchise, chain or under a banner). That means that less than 3,000 businesses in the province will be captured by the regulation, out of more than 385,000. Shaw said the local chamber was made aware of this new regulation by one of our local members and took it to the B.C. Chamber for action. — NEWS Staff
Worship With Us February 9th - 10:00am
The Environment, Ours to RespectSpring Lecture - Six Week Series - Tuesdays, Feb. 18 - March 25 11:30 lunch - 12:00 lecture $ 10/lecture and lunch Special Opportunity:
March 18: Watershed - Trevor Wicks. Bus tour 1-3pm $10 charge. Limited seating. Pre-booking and payment through church office.
Knox United Church
250-248-3927
Corner of Pym and Humphrey, Parksville
office@kucparksville.ca www.kucparksville.ca
TOWN OF QUALICUM BEACH Incorporated 1942
PUBLIC NOTICE
Request for Proposals For Mobile Vending The Town of Qualicum Beach is seeking proposals from mobile vendors interested in providing mobile vending within the Town of Qualicum Beach. This is not a tender process and the Town reserves the right to determine the location of any mobile vending, and to accept or reject any or all proposal(s). Mobile vending applications are only considered once per year. Interested parties must submit a completed Mobile Vending Business Licence Application and written proposal. Food vending applicants must also produce the following: • Pictures of the food vending unit showing all sides; • List of food and beverages to be sold; • Dimension of food vending unit (length, width & height); • Location and description of cooking and/or food preparation facilities, if applicable; • Three requested vending locations, in order of preference; • Number of employees; • Vancouver Island Health Authority approval and any other required approvals. Food vending applicants may also wish to provide additional information to assist Council in the review of their application, such as: • Appearance of food vending units; • Quality and diversity of food; • Uniqueness when compared to other food and beverage products offered in the area; • Strategies to mitigate impact on surrounding land uses due to noise, dust, odour, smoke or other issues. Submit your proposal by 4:30 pm on Friday, February 28, 2014, to: Director of Planning Town of Qualicum Beach #201 – 660 Primrose Street, P.O. Box 130 Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1S7 Visit www.qualicumbeach.com or Town Hall for a copy of the Mobile Vending Bylaw No. 506.08, 2002 and mobile vending business license application form, and Mobile Food Vending Policy No. 3008-9.
Tired of only hearing from your advisor when he’s trying to sell you something? Experience the difference at Knight Advisory Group. Be part of an exclusive number of families that have joined the Knight 100. Call us at 250-738-2022. TD Waterhouse Private Investment Advice is a division of TD Waterhouse Canada Inc. (Member CIPF), a subsidiary of The Toronto-Dominion Bank. TD Waterhouse is a trade-mark of The Toronto-Dominion Bank, used under license. Trade name consists of Gregor Knight, Investment Advisor. Trade name is part of TD Waterhouse Private Investment Advice.
tdwaterhouse.ca
Knight Advisory Group 222 2nd Avenue West, Suite 103 Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 0A4 T: 250 738 2022
Gregor Knight
A8
www.pqbnews.com
For the Best in Quality, Service & Products...
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Best of the Best
BCAA Authorized
Book your appointments now!
• General Repairs • RV Repairs • Air conditioning service • Fuel Injection and Electrical Repair
491B E. Island Highway
Get Your Vehicle Winter Ready!
24 HOUR TOWING
250-752-1662
Authorized Road Service
20 Hillers Rd., Qualicum Beach
QUALICUM ANIMAL HOSPITAL Petro Memorial Ave Can
Antiques Naked Naturals
flowers • botanicals • artisan works
and check our New boutique Next to Subway, across from Tim Horton’s
250-248-2121 Drop-in Nail Service
Call these fine businesses!
Romantic Flirty and Playful
250-248-8740 • Passport Photos Get it done Right! • Custom Framing Display Helping you protect & Display most the things that matter the most
3-125 McCarter, Parksville, BC 250-248-8740
E N I T N ! o d l E l i w L t es b A e h t V only
for your
We’ll help express your affection this Valentine’s Day Open 9-6 Feb. 14
250-248-1155
We deliver.
#2, 102 E. Island Hwy., Parksville www.blossomsnsuch.net
• Fencing • Siding • Decking • Furniture • Rough Lumber • Timber & Beams
Fir St.
➚
Qualicum Animal Hospital
Premium
666B Memorial Ave. (next to Naked Naturals) Qualicum Beach • 752-3622
Seal the Deal!
With a great ad Here!
1282 Alberni Hwy., Parksville 250-248-9261
Long Stemmed Roses
Romantic Vase Arrangements & Stunning Garden and High Style Bouquets Add Champagne Truffles, a Romantic Heart Box of Chocolates a Vintage Candle Holder, and sprinkle with permanent rose petals
To advertise here call:
CORY PAHL B.M.R., P.T.
Continuous Valentine’s Day Delivery
Gordon D.S. Ball
Friendly Personalized Service Order Soon
B. Comm., LLB Lawyer & Notary Public
• Wills & Estates • Family Law Agreements • Enduring Powers of Attorney • Living Wills • Incorporations & Agreements Ph. (250)594-3247 Fax (250)594-3248 gdsball@shaw.ca 564 Hazelwood Place, Qualicum Beach
JANET HEPENSTALL
B.S.R., M.C.P.A. Cert. in Acupuncture, IMS
250-248-4341 pqbnews.com
Full range of physiotherapy. Specializing in sports, orthopaedic, acupuncture, Gunn IMS, home visits and reconditioning.
LAURIE VANDERHOEVEN
B.Sc.(P.T.), M.C.P.A., R.C.A.M.T.
www.qualicumphysiotherapyclinic.com 1-140 W. 1st Ave. Qualicum Beach 250-752-3212 • Monday-Friday 7:00am to 6:00pm Doctor referrals not necessary. Services may be covered by MSP, WCB, ICBC, DVA or extended medical.
NOW OPEN
flowers • botanicals • artisan works We deliver
Mon.-Fri 9:30-6:00 Sat. 9:30-5:30
Feb. 14 9:00 - 6:00
250-248-1155
#2 -102 E. Island Hwy., Parksville www.blossomsnsuch.net
• Personalized Hair Design • Perms • Updos • Highlights • Colour • Cut and Style
Linda Hall Owner/Stylist
Magnolia Court, Bowser 778-424-9200 Parksville hearing clinic
PAINT
Locally made, Quality, Convenience & Easy to cook at home Dim Sum, Wonton Soup, Spring Rolls, Chinese BBQ Pork And more....
Pick up your paint card today!
BUY 6 GET ONE FREE* *Offer applies to 4 litre cans only
Open Monday - Friday 10-5:30 • Saturday 1-4
3771 South Island Hwy.
Between Royston & Courtenay on the Old Island Hwy.
250-338-3881 • www.goldphoenix.ca
Dolly’s Home Hardware 169 West 2nd Ave., Qualicum Beach, BC 250-752-9833
#104 Middleton Ave.
High Quality Watch and Clock Repair Antique Restoration
• 30 yrs experience • Swiss Trained – (WORSTEP Cert) • Rolex Vintage Watch Specialist • Grandfather Clock house call services pick-up and delivery • preparation for moving/storage
250 248-6440
Qualicum hearing clinic #2-692 Beach Road
250 752-9250
Open Mon-Fri 9:30am–5pm
Please call for appointment
250-752-5401 mppm@telus.net
JON COCKCROFT
Remember to shop locally. We will take care of you!
Local family owned and operated for 10 years www.pqbhearing.com • DVA claims accepted.
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
Top cop lauds security cameras JOHN HARDING
editor@pqbnews.com
In the wake of the identification of suspects in a downtown Parksville vandalism incident, Oceanside RCMP Staff Sgt. Brian Hunter is urging all local businesses to consider installing video cameras. Hunter’s comments were part of his semi-annual public report on crime statistics to Parksville city council on Monday night. “I am a firm believer in surveillance video,” said Hunter, who added that many of the people committing crimes in this area are repeat offenders, making surveillance video a good tool for police. “It’s easy to identify them.” Hunter provided a chart with various categories of crimes listed and
the number of instances of each crime from 2011, 2012 and 2013 in Parksville. There weren’t many huge variances, with a few exceptions: • there were 85 assaults in 2013, up from 56 in 2012; • theft from motor vehicles rocketed to 131 in 2013 from 80 in 2012; • impaired driving charges were down to four in 2013 from 17 in 2012. Hunter said his detachment’s education and awareness campaign related to family violence may account for the increased number of reported incidents in that category. “We’ve made family violence a strategic priority,” said Hunter. “I think there is a comfort factor in coming forward to the police.”
Hunter said theft from vehicles continues to be “my pet peeve of a crime” because “it’s so preventable.” He told council 90 per cent of these thefts involve vehicles that did not have their doors locked. A couple of councillors had questions for Hunter about new liquor regulations coming to the province, including the elimination of fences around beer gardens. Coun. Al Greir wondered if that meant people would be able to wander around all of Community Park and the beach with a beer or other alcoholic beverage. Hunter said he wasn’t certain about all the details of the new regulations, but he said he would keep council appraised of any changes in drinking laws and enforcement for Community Park.
FREE LOVE
SEAT or Chair
A9
HILLIERS Gourmet Foods
Specializing in Fresh European-style Sausage & Meats
SMOKED $ RIBS
1
19 100g
Special ends Feb 20, 2014
3065 Van Horne Rd
Qualicum Beach
752-2390
(Hwy. 4 to Pt. Alberni) 250-
Store Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-5pm; Sat. 9-4pm
BURGER MONTH IS BACK!
Choose from 20 of Gary’s mouth watering homemade gourmet burgers
Your Sweet he will Lo ar t ve you for it!
That’s Right! A free love seat with the purchase of any regular priced, in stock sofa during the month of February. Many styles & colours to choose from.
POSTUREPEDIC 1/ PROBACK PRIC2E
Limited Edition EUROTOP with LATEX
TURN THIS...
Pacific Net & Twine Ltd.
INTO THIS...
IN SECONDS!!
Queen Set
999
$
CANADA
For every mattress purchase, BrandSource and Sealy will donate $50 to the Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada.
$PECIAL
WINDFLOWER EUROPILLOWTOP
A Great Bed at a Great Price!
POSTUREPEDIC CLASSIC
Queen Set
799
$
OFFER
T
ry It 9 colour options You’ll B ● Double Size also available – 60.5” Wide. e No changes on other dimensions. Amazed ● Solid wood with wood veneers in many stain and paint options. ● Tri-Fold Gel Infused Memory Foam Mattress for excellent sleeping comfort. ● Free-standing. No need to bolt to the wall. Can easily support a TV. ● Roomy storage drawer ● Cabinet dimensions are: (closed) 42.5” High X 66.5” Wide X 25” Deep, Pulls out to 82” Long. Side panels open out to 12” extra on each side. Can also be used with the side panels closed.
●
BEST SELECTION OF CANADIAN & BC MADE FURNITURE ON THE ISLAND to Port Alberni
We are here
Hwy. 4
Hwy . 4A
to Qualicum Beach
to Coombs “Goats on roof”
OPEN MON.-SAT. 9:30am-5pm; SUN. & HOLIDAYS 11-4pm
Coombs Junction
FURNITURE
MATTRESS & APPLIANCES 2701 Alberni Hwy, Coombs 250-752-4205 coombsfurniture.ca
250-752-5800
TIDE GUIDE
CABINET BED
!
115-2nd Ave W., Qualicum
1380 Alberni Highway, Parksville • 250-248-6953 THURS., FEB. 6 PST (M) (FT) 03:51 2.8 9.2 09:57 4.4 14.4 17:19 1.6 5.2 FRI., FEB. 7 PST (M) (FT) 00:26 3.7 12.1 05:01 3.2 10.5 10:40 4.2 13.8 18:18 1.5 4.9 SAT., FEB. 8 PST (M) (FT) 01:56 3.9 12.8 06:31 3.4 11.2 11:30 4.1 13.5 19:17 1.4 4.6
SUN., FEB. 9 PST (M) (FT) 03:08 4.1 13.5 08:01 3.5 11.5 12:29 3.9 12.8 20:12 1.4 4.6 MON., FEB. 10 PST (M) (FT) 03:59 4.2 13.8 09:09 3.4 11.2 13:32 3.9 12.8 21:01 1.3 4.3 TUES., FEB. 11 PST (M) (FT) 04:36 4.3 14.1 09:58 3.3 10.8 14:30 3.9 12.8 21:44 1.2 3.9
WED., FEB 12 PST (M) (FT) 05:07 4.3 14.1 10:36 3.2 10.5 15:20 3.9 12.8 22:22 1.2 3.9 THURS., FEB. 13 PST (m) (ft) 05:33 4.4 14.4 11:09 3.1 10.2 16:05 4 13.1 22:56 1.2 3.9 This information is taken from Fisheries & Oceans Canada. Nautical charts protect lives, property and the marine environment.
All times are PACIFIC STANDARD TIME as per www.waterlevels.gc.ca
40% OFF
Victory Marine Products
While supplies last. No rainchecks. Parry
Jim
www.pacificnetandtwine.com
A10
www.pqbnews.com
commentary
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News THE NEWS is published every Tuesday and Thursday by Black Press Ltd. #4 - 154 Middleton Ave. Parksville, B.C. V9P 2H2 250-248-4341
Spend to make $
O
K, Al Greir, we get it. The Parksville city councillor’s seemingly consistent stance on all non-budgeted expenditure requests — a big, fat “no” — may be laudable to many electors. And having an elected official care deeply about every dime spent in taxpayers’ money is valuable to the safety of the public purse, of that there’s no doubt. However, there are unforeseen circumstances, requests that cannot be anticipated, that require flexibility from politicians. Two requests for support came in front of city council this week. They may not be the best examples to cite to make the case for thinking on one’s feet, but they are the most recent. A group planning to bring the Island’s first tribute festival to Parksville — think Elvis impersonators — was before council Monday night, looking for a break on the $1,000 it owes for the rental of the conference centre for a three-day event in May. The group has the backing of, and pledge to contribute proceeds to, the Canadian Cancer Society. It could be the start of something big for the region. Anyone who has been to the wildly successful Elvis Festival in Penticton will know what kind of revenue comes into a city that has an event like this. No, says Greir. Next up was a motion by Coun. Carrie Powell-Davidson for the city to kick in $5,000 to be a player at the Island Film Commission table. She didn’t use these words, but in essence she was asking the city to stop being a freeloader — the film commission does present Parksville locations to potential filmmakers, and the industry is banck on the upswing in B.C. These productions bring thousands of dollars and jobs to communities where they shoot. No, says Greir (and it should be noted every councillor except Powell-Davidson said the same thing). Unbudgeted items, especially when the 2014 budget has yet to be fully passed, need serious scrutiny and many should not be supported. But one would hope a city councillor, even one who wants to paint himself as a fiscal champion, also understands another fiscal reality: you have to spend money to make money. — Editorial by John Harding
THE PARKSVILLE QUALICUM BEACH NEWS (THE NEWS) is published every Tuesday and Thursday by Black Press. THE NEWS is distributed to more than 15,500 households in District 69. THE NEWS is 100 per cent B.C. owned and operated. THE PARKSVILLE QUALICUM BEACH NEWS #4 - 154 Middleton Avenue, P.O. Box 1180 Parksville, British Columbia, Canada, V9P 2H2 Office hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone 250-248-4341; Fax 250-248-4655
www.pqbnews.com
Canadian Publications Mail Sales Product Agreement #0087106
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
LAST WEEK’S QUESTION
Is it good to have Family Day as a new holiday in February?
Should the province open more areas to hunt grizzly bears?
Vote at: www.pqbnews.com before MONDAYS at noon
YES 13 % NO 87 %
PUBLISHER EDITOR OFFICE PRODUCTION CIRCULATION Peter McCully John Harding Pauline Stead Peggy Sidbeck Laurie Fairbanks publisher@pqbnews.com editor@pqbnews.com office@pqbnews.com team@pqbnews.com circulation@pqbnews.com SALES: Brenda Boyd, Linda Adams, Steve Weldon, Lori Hague, Grant De Gagne EDITORIAL: Auren Ruvinsky, Lissa Alexander, Candace Wu, Tyson Taylor PRODUCTION: Tracy Paterson, Brad Everest, Tashia Potter CLASSIFIEDS: Pauline Stead
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.
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
Letters Bowser housing In response Candace Wu’s Bowser Seniors’ Housing story (The NEWS Jan. 21), I would like to say that I fully support the idea of affordable housing for seniors in that area. With respect to the two buildings slated for independent living, one would assume that the lowest rent would apply, which according to the article is slated to be $1,800/ month for an apartment with full kitchen, bathroom, living room and a bedroom. This does sound a bit pricey for the seniors that I know and in comparison to the Lions Housing units in Qualicum Bay. The other two buildings which appear to be more like a seniors care facility, which would include meals provided, I would consider reasonable at $2,200/month depending on what other facilities are included. We have to be clear about what is available and that the Qualicum Bay Lions Housing Facility is located on Lions Way just past the community hall, close to restaurants and other facilities. These units are for independent living, seniors over 55. The units are true low cost and with a full subsidy, rent for as low as $320/month including utilities. Bowser and this area in general is badly in need of affordable seniors housing and the key word here is affordable. I have no idea if this Bowser facility will be eligible for subsidies, but if it is, this may reduce the rent. Once again I fully support the goals of this organization and do wish them well in this endeavour. HELMuT SEvErynS, (voLunTEEr) MGr, QuALICuM BAy SEnIorS HouSInG Qualicum Bay
good old days
www.pqbnews.com
QuotaBle:
“It was set up like a grocery store, price tags were on there, come on in and do your shopping — it was disgusting.” Staff Sgt. BrIAn HunTEr, see story page A1
(starting Feb. 7)
Frank Fairley
Ian Lindsay
Government Contacts
liBrary is puBlic Qualicum Beach Coun. Dave Willie’s concerns regarding library budget increases (The NEWS Feb. 4), deserves rebuttal. Each council, Qualicum Beach and Parksville, have an appointed liaison (who are paid extra above and beyond their council remuneration to attend) to our Vancouver Island Regional Library board. As voting members of the board, the councillors’ job is to attend (and participate) at the VIRL regular meetings (five per year), including the budget meetings, and if they have concerns or questions ask for clarification during that process and bring that information back to council for approval before voting for or against that budget. The public are also welcome at VIRL board meetings. Our regional library represents more than 38 communities and regions, areas as tiny as Quadra Island to larger communities like Nanaimo and Courtenay. This is an amazing, enormous and complex library system with excellent opportunities for citizens and elected councillors to participate. Our regional system provides hundreds of thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, etc., Daisy readers, children’s and summer programming, e-books, free Internet and is a core service in most, if not all, our regional communities. As past chair of the Parksville Friends of the Library, I believe libraries are an essential key to a healthy vibrant community, and while we should always watch our pennies, we have a fantastic system which supports the disabled, seniors, children, singles, families and visitors (with the one-card system). For many residents, library services are a critical and essential service. Just visit any of our libraries to see that a line-up forms well before opening for folks needing our diverse library services.
rHodA PErron Parksville
CAroLInE WATErS Parksville
SCoTT FrASEr, MLA Alberni-Pacific rim
MICHELLE STILWELL, MLA
1-866-870-4190 e-mail: scott. fraser.mla@leg. bc.ca
Parksville Qualicum 250-248-2625 e-mail michelle. stilwell.mla@leg. bc.ca
Federal:
QualicuM:
JAMES LunnEy, MP nanaimo-Alberni
TEunIS WESTBroEk Mayor, Town of Qualicum Beach
1-866-390-7550 e-mail: nanaimo@ jameslunneymp.ca
Town office: 250-752-6921 e-mail: mayor@ qualicumbeach.com
parKsVille: rdn:
CHrIS BurGEr Mayor, City of Parksville City Hall office: 250-954-4661 e-mail: chrisburger@ parksville.ca
Views in the News We asked: What sport are you looking forward to during the Olympics?
alManac proVincial:
Jan. 30). Having raised three kids in Parksville from ages 14-18 (to 2009), I figured I should contribute my opinion. My three were involved in sports and music, up to Grade 8 which kept them busy and out of trouble. In high school, we moved from Nanoose Bay to Parksville and each of them worked a part-time job after school and weekends. When you don’t buy them everything they want, they’ll work. There’s one value taught by parents. The second value is the value of property, your own and others. This starts at an early age learning to respect your sibling’s stuff. This value teaches you not to litter or break things or steal. I believe some youth have lost some core values as Kim Burton stated. Let’s not paint youth with the same brush. The majority I believe are on a path of contribution and success. Many, including my three, left Parksville for bigger cities after high school. Parksville is a retirement/tourism town, so people shouldn’t be so shocked that families leave and schools must be closed. Recently I’ve been reading about youth and risk taking. They all seek it and we’ve protected them so much that they don’t have this need met. Some parents may think we need more planned programs for youth in Parksville. I disagree. On the Island we have a perfect natural environment for hiking, biking, climbing, swimming and running — all free and good for your health. Occasionally, we see youth who get into trouble. Has this changed since you were a teen? There are always a few and it should make us sad but it shouldn’t surprise us. In the old days, the parents would bring those boys to the owner, make them apologize and then make them clean up the mess — the good old days.
Re: `Youth activities’ editorial (The NEWS
A11
JoE STAnHoPE Chairman, regional district of nanaimo 250-390-4111 e-mail: corpsrv@ rdn.bc.ca
Rules to write by
All LETTErS To THE EdITor must be signed and include your full name, home town and contact phone number. Those without these requirements will not be published. Letters must be 300 words or less and are subject to editing. THE nEWS retains the right not to publish any submissions.
I am strongly boycotting the Olympics because of the LGBT treatment and Putin’s politics in general. LIz ROy Parksville
Send them in The ice skating, particularly Tessa and Scott.
Hockey.
Hockey.
STePHanIe GRay
SaRaH BaLTuS
Qualicum Beach
Mail: Box 1180, Parksville, B.C. v9P 2H2 Fax: 250-248-4655 E-mail: editor@pqbnews.com online: www.pqbnews.com
Nanaimo
Violet Richards Parksville
200 Firedance Lane, Qualicum North
Lot 18 Blueback Drive, Nanoose
210 Cameron Street, Parksville
Beautiful views of Georgia Strait, 2800 sq.ft. custom built rancher, Triple garage with RV bay.
Fabulous new home to be constructed on sandy accessible beach lot. Great for kayaking, swimming.
Very sharp 3 bedroom rancher. Minutes to shops, beaches, marina and golf. Private, outdoor livingroom, landscaped gardens.
$769,900
$695,900
$354,900
w w w. i a n l i n d s a y. c a
#101-897 Island Highway West, Parksville
250.248.1071 1.888.243.1071
A12
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Reconnect... with nature, family, friends, colleagues, yourself
PARKSVILLE CITY COUNCIL
Festival gets $1,000 boost
Organizers say many performers have agreed to appear for free
Reconnect
celebrate love all month long at Tigh-Na-Mara
with
‘A Touch of Romance’ package
Imagine an afternoon for two in your own private suite at the Grotto Spa, complete with a warm copper soaking tub, sparkling wine, chocolate dipped strawberries and soothing side by side couples massages!
‘The Ultimate Couples Experience’ Settle in for a full day of unsurpassed luxury and attention! Visit grottospa.com for more details One hour treatments starting at $90
per person
Top off your romantic escape with endless tapas at the Treetop Tapas & Grill.
cedars restaurant & lounge presents: Valentine’s Lovers Feast Deliciously decadent three-course dinner for $60 per person Available Friday, Feb 14 & Saturday, Feb 15 only! Old World Classics three-course dinner for $25 per person Served until March 13, 2014, Sunday to Thursday! Applicable taxes and gratuities are additional.
1-800-663-7373 or 250-248-2072
pear at the Parksville event this year for free. Many of the costs and duties this year will also be covered by Judson’s transport company, hotel and other sponsors and out of the pockets of volunteers themselves, he said. JOHN HARDING While she eventually voted in favour of the editor@pqbnews.com motion to pay the rest of the group’s communiThe City of Parksville is now a major sponsor ty centre rent, Coun. Carrie Powell-Davison exof an event that plans to bring Marilyn Monroe pressed concerns about council’s involvement. and Elvis to the community centre in May. “I am concerned about setting a precedent Council agreed Monday night to pay the re- and I’m concerned about the numbers not maining $1,000 of the community centre rental adding up,” she said. fee for the inaugural three-day Coun. Al Greir was the lone This has a lot of potential Vancouver Island Tribute Fesdissenting voice on council — I’m a big Elvis fan tival May 23-25. when it came to a vote. MARC LEFEBVRE Representatives of the group “I think this would be great made a presentation to council for the city but we seem to be Monday night. giving out money on a monthly basis,” said “This is not a one-time deal and we want it Greir. “And it seems to me you could hold a to happen every year,” Fred Judson told council fundraiser and collect (money needed to run on behalf of the organizers, who say they have the show this year) in a weekend.” the support of, and will supply funds from the Coun. Marc Lefebvre pointed to the positive event to the Canadian Cancer Society. “ripple effect” this event could have for local “I think Parksville is ripe for this kind of fes- business. “This has a lot of potential,” said Lefetival.” bvre. “I’m a big Elvis fan.” Most of council spoke in support of the festiAll of the entertainment would take place at val and for paying the $1,000 in what’s left in the the community centre, with a meet and greet on hall rental fee. Friday night (May 23), two shows Saturday and “This would be a great way to bring money a gospel-themed show on Sunday. Aside from into the city,” said Coun. Bill Neufeld. “A vast Monroe and Elvis, other entertainers expected amount in return for the amount of money we to come to Parksville, according to organizers, put out.” are performers who will pay tribute to Cher, Liza No budget or detailed financial information Minnelli, the Everley Brothers and Roy Orbison. was presented to council. Judson said enterMore details, including ticket prices and tainers — many of whom fetch thousands of availability, are to follow in the coming weeks, dollars per performance — have agreed to ap- organizers told The NEWS.
50 - 70 OFF %
WINDOW FASHIONS Complete Selection of Custom-Made Blinds & Draperies
%
Blinds
CHECK OUT THE VIRTUAL DECORATOR ON OUR WEBSITE. www.ambiancewindowfashions.ca
Joy is owner of Ambiance Window Fashions and brings you over 35 years of her expertise.
The finest window treatments have that rare ability to make a statement that is uniquely personal, uniquely you.
Call for a FREE in-home consultation.
250-594-8920 ~ Cell: 250-240-8775 ~ joyandmartin@shaw.ca
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
Games&Puzzles CROSSWORDPUZZLE #142410
ACROSS 1. Boring routine 4. Back talk 8. Emerald Isle 10. Snow leopard 11. 1/20 of an ancient
shekel 13. Language of Apia 14. Relating to NH2 15. British Air Aces 16. Woman (French) 17. Cheese skins
We apology to our Jan. 30th readers for the incomplete crossword. We have given you the correct crossword grid, clues and answers here.
18. Deafening noise 19. Cheeky talk 20. Early photograph 24. Basics 25. 007’s Flemming 26. Photograph (slang)
27. Male sheep 10. Lout 28. Norse sea goddess 12. Stockings 29. Small cask 13. Capital of Chile 30. Ch. Osgood hosts 15. Spanish for river 37. Confederate soldier 18. 12th month (abbr.) 38. Radioactivity unit 19. Skilled nurse 39. Chocolate tree 21. Unit of precipitation 40. Express surprise 22. Corpuscle count (abbr.) 41. Express delight 23. Sweet potato 42. Mary mourning Jesus 26. God of fields & woods 43. 18th century indoor cap 27. Dream sleep 45. Thanjavur University 28. Polish or stroke 46. Skilled 29. Kilo yard (abbr.) 47. Hindu mother 30. Member of U.S. goddess Navy 48. Follow by one’s foot 31. Express pleasure 49. Born of 32. Written acknowledgment DOWN (abbr.) 1. Respect 33. Neptune’s closest 2. Azotemia satellite 3. Exhausting 34. O’Neill play “The ____ Cometh” 4. Accumulation 35. Homegrown 5. Lack of moral standards in a 36. Goalkeeper society 37. __ Island, U.S. State 6. A rascal 40. Far East nursemaid 7. X100 = 1 tala 41. Food grain 9. River of Haikou, 44. 2 stripe rank (abbr.) China
SUDOKU HOW TO PLAY:
PUZZLE NO. 4206A
Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!
Mon: Fish & Chips & a pint of Hightrail Honey $13
discover a new you!
Tues & Wed: 1/2 price appies
See yourself in a whole new way with a free colour
Daily lounge specials
*Taxes and gratuities are additonal
your personality, your life. Call me to create a
Fri: Oysters & a glass of featured wine $14 Sat: Stanley Park Draft $9 pitchers & $4 pints Sun: Bottle of featured wine & two small plates $40
tigh-na-mara.com
cedars restaurant & lounge
fabulous look that’s uniquely you. You’ll love what you discover.
Name ‡
Independent Beauty Consultant ‡ Mary Personal Web Site address ‡ Mary Kay Unger ®
Phone Number ‡ Beauty Consultant Independent meu01@shaw.ca
A13
HOROSCOPE
250-752-9111
QUALICUM BEACH
www.shadyrest.ca
Wednesday Date Night
Live Jazz Duo
Food & Drink Specials ~6-9pm - in the pub ~
Renovation Blues
Sat., February 8th • 7-11pm in the pub
HOROSCOPES
The week of Feb. 6 -Feb. 13th, 2014 ARIES
LIBRA
You are in a domineering mood and won’t hesitate to tell others how to do things.
It’s okay to be hard on yourself, it is not okay to be hard on friends. Stay balanced.
TAURUS Reserve judgment until later in the week when there are more facts available.
SCORPIO
GEMINI
Your main task for this week, is to be completely honest with yourself.
All is fair in love and war so don’t hesitate to use what you learn for your own benefit.
SAGITTARIUS
CANCER
Someone you work with is not being entirely straight with you.
CAPRICORN
Important people will be either impressed or annoyed by what you have to say.
LEO You will accomplish more if you think about what you are doing.
VIRGO Deal with the a colleague’s doubts before moving ahead on a project. ANSWER TO CROSSWORD PUZZLE NO. 142410
It’s wrong to remain silent. Call it as you see it.
AQUARIUS If you put your mind to it, you can change something about yourself that you have disliked for a very long time.
PISCES You can’t see the huge obstacle that is just a little way ahead of you on the path you have taken. ANSWER TO SUDOKU PUZZLE NO. 4206A
WE’D LOVE TO SEE YOUR PHOTOS! Email a photo and be entered to win the draw for a $50 RDN Recreation and Parks gift certificate and gift bag!
YOUR PHOTO HERE!
makeover! Find a look that expresses your style,
Thurs: Burger & Bud $14
CALL FOR INFO 250-248-2333
www.pqbnews.com
Oceanside Place Arena
248-3252 Ravensong Aquatic Centre 250-752-5014 250-
Register Online at: www.rdn.bc.ca/ recreation
RDN Parks and trails Swim lessons Winter Wonderland on Ice Polar Bear Swim Recreation programs
Email photo to cjordan@rdn.bc.ca by February 27,2014
250-951-0228
www.marykay.ca/munger
Photos may be used for promotional purposes but you will be asked for photo permission
A14
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
ON BUSINESS Parksville Denture Clinic
Red or Dark • Fine or Coarse • Top Soil • Landscape Supplies
Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00-5:30
250-248-3734
250-248-2525
#102-148 Weld St.
Get your • Vinyl Windows • Vinyl Wood Clad message • Fiberglass Wood Clad • Colours & Foil Wraps across. • Vinyl Folding Doors • Tilt & Turn Windows & Doors
• Vinyl Windows • Vinyl Wood Clad • Fiberglass Wood Clad • Colours & Foil Wraps • Vinyl Folding Doors • Tilt & Turn Windows & Doors
KIMBERLEY COONEY
(250) 248-5959 www.completewindows.ca
Unit 7-1176 Franklin’s Gull Road Parksville, BC V9P 2M9
250-248-4341
• Vinyl Windows • Vinyl Wood Clad • Fiberglass Wood Clad • Colours & Foil Wraps • Vinyl Folding Doors • Tilt & Turn Windows & Doors
WAYNE BOWLES
(250) 248-5959 www.completewindows.ca
ERIC JOHNSON
(250) 248-5959 www.completewindows.ca
usical Theatre Song & Dance Modern Dance
~We Deliver~ or you can pick up
Established 1973 A Complete Dance Training Program Ages 3-Adult Beginner to Pre-Professional Professional Staff Under the Direction of Artistic Director: Linda Klassen, L.I.S.T.D. (C.B.) 425 E. Stanford Ave., Parksville To inquire, please call: 250-248-9522
Ballet Kinder Komedy Kinder Tap Aerobics M
BARK MULCH
Parksville Ballet School
ot Courses Flamenco Kinder Kombo Kinder
Tap Jazz Hip-Hop Modern Dance Parent & T
FOR ALL YOUR DENTURE NEEDS
Giving you a reason to smile!
Focusing on the businesses in our Community!
John Derek Designer Jewellers
Unit 7-1176 Franklin’s Gull Road Parksville, BC V9P 2M9
Award Winning Master Goldsmith
Custom Wedding Collection Designs Couples Wedding Jewellery Classes Call or Visit our Gallery for a Custom Consultation
• Vinyl Windows • Vinyl Wood Clad • Fiberglass Wood Clad • Colours & Foil Wraps • Vinyl Folding Doors • Tilt & Turn Windows & Doors
HOLLY BOWLES ERIC JOHNSON
(250) 248-5959 www.completewindows.ca
Specializing in helping women plan for a worry free retirement. ~ Widowed, Divorced, Married or Single ~ Serving clients for 30 years
Carol Plaisier,
CFP®, FMA, AMP Investment Advisor
HollisWealth is a division of Scotia Capital Inc., a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada.
174 Morison Ave, Parksville • (250) 248-2399 carol.plaisier@holliswealth.com www.carolplaisier.com
HEALTHY HOME and a HEALTHY YOU! Carpet, Upholstery & Area Rug Cleaning Tile & Grout Cleaning & Sealing On-Going Mainteneance & Much More
On any service calls over $145 Expires February 28 / 2014
Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer
250-752-1343
410 Rupert Road East, Qualicum Beach www.sanitechservices.ca Sales • Repairs • Detailing Call for your appointment today!
IMP C A L I N T E G R IT Y ORTE D QUALITY. LO
BLUEN SE MOTOR COMPANY
Unit 7-1176 Franklin’s Gull Road Parksville, BC V9P 2M9
SERVICE 250-951-9888 • 1401 Springhill Rd. PV SALES 250-951-9957 • 690 E Island Hwy PV www.bluenosemotor.com
Unit 7-1176 Franklin’s Gull Road Parksville, BC V9P 2M9
“The Refreshing Remodel”
®
SKIN LASER CLINIC • Vinyl Windows • Vinyl Wood Clad • Fiberglass Wood Clad INVEST IN YOURSELF! GET SMOOTH FOR SUMMER!
®
Locally owned & operated.
YOU'RE WORTH IT! • Colours SKIP THE RAZOR AND CHOOSE THE LASER! & Foil Wraps OUR FAVOURITE COMBOS ARE BACK!! • Vinyl Folding Doors Never Wax Or Shave Again FOREVER ELIMINATE INGROWNS With LaserLASER Hair Removal! • Tilt & Turn Windows & Doors WITH HAIR REMOVAL! DANNY WALTERS Bikini/Brazilian Bikini/Brazilian and ERIC JOHNSON $ Bikini $119/ 169 plus tax Underarms - $169/$189 (250) 248-5959 per treatment $ - $89 plus tax Upper Lip and Chin Add underarms for 29 www.completewindows.ca ACNE? OILY SKIN? BROWN BROWN SPOTS DO MAKE YOU LOOK OLDER! SPOTS? AGING SKIN? Skin Rejuvenation Full Face Free skin care analysis! and Peel - $295 plusyou tax Grow longer, darker, Our professionals will guide
3-155 Morrison Ave, Parksville BC Telephone: 250-586-4653 email: gold22k@shaw.ca
fuller lashes withcurrent LATISSE.products A free Glo Volumizing Mascara with a Latisse purchase. with the most
Since 1979
WORLD’S LARGEST BATH REMODELER BATHTUBS AND BATHTUB LINERS • wALL SURRoUND SySTEmS SHowER BASES • BATHTUB-To-SHowER coNvERSIoNS wALk-IN-SAfETy BATHTUBS • gRAB BARS & NoN-SLIp coATINgS
FREE in-home estimates
www.rebath.com Heritage Centre Mall
We the following: Leg veins, skin tags, milia, nail fungus. and treat procedures to achieve your best skin! Feb. 28,/ 2014 UnitExpires 7-1176 Franklin’s Gull Road Botox $10Includes per unitmatching Latisse $125 All PCA Peels 20% OFF
Parksville, BC V9P 2M9 6894 Island Hwy N (Nanaimo) • 250-390-1160
12B 1209 EAST ISLAND HWY PARKSVILLE 1-800-BATHTUB 250-586-1555
Canadian Tire Plaza (Nanaimo) • 250-390-1160
RETURN THESE & EARN CASH
mineral makeup to your shade.
Satisfying clientswhere for 12 years! www.skinlaserclinic.ca (Expires April 30/11) NEW1! CELAZOMEour PRODUCTSbotanicals meet science-10% OFF www.skinlaserclinic.ca (Expires March 31, 2011)
JOHN DEREK DESIGNER JEWELLERS UK trained Award Winning Designer Master Goldsmith is now Parksvilles Fine Jeweller. • FREE RING CLEANING • JEWELLERY REPAIRS • WATCH BATTERIES • CUSTOM DESIGN AND MAKE-UPS • REFURBISH AND REDESIGN OLD JEWELLERY • JEWELLERY MAKING CLASSES
3-155 Morison Ave Parksville • 250-586-4653 Mon. - Fri. 10:30am - 5:00pm • Sat. 10:30am - 4:00pm
• 1st Visit FREE! • Safe, Active, Happy Environment • Staff Trained in Canine First Aid 1002 Bellevue Rd. Parksville Call for reservations: 250-954-3642 dogstarplaycare@yahoo.ca Monday-Friday 7:30am-6pm, Saturday 10am-4pm
Pop, Juice, Beer Water, Wine, Spirits Automotive Batteries
P B D
RETURN THESE & SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT:
ARKSVILLE OTTLE AND RECYCLING EPOT
Small Appliances, All Milk Containers Plastic Bags, Electronics, Scrap Metal, Household Glass 611A Alberni Hwy., Parksville Ph: 250-248-0224 CLOSED SUNDAYS BOTTLE DRIVES are our SPECIALTY
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
column
Yearning for snow Daydreamer Ray Smit wasn’t overly fond of school
I
didn’t much like school as a child. I’d like to say it was because the curriculum wasn’t challenging enough for my gigantic brain. But that wouldn’t be true. I just spent too much time daydreaming. “This is Bill Hewitt and Brian McFarlane. We’re in overtime at Maple Leaf Gardens tied at two apiece — Game 7 of the Stanley Cup final between the Leafs and the Red Wings. “Gordie Howe moves up to centre ice and breaks in on goal. It looks like it’s all over but, no, Leaf rookie Ray Smit strips him of the puck and takes away a sure goal! In all my years of broadcasting I’ve never seen such a great a defensive play. “Tim Horton takes the puck from the corBy Ray Smit ner over to Baun up to Keon at the Leafs blue line. Keon loses it but look, Smit has it. The crowd rises to its feet. He’s over centre. What a move, folks, he just went around Bill Gadsby like a hoop around a barrel. “He’s in all alone. He shoots, he scores! The Leafs win the Stanley Cup! That’s the greatest goal I’ve ever seen. The crowd is shouting, “Ray, Ray, Ray!” “Ray, Ray, Ray!” It was Miss Wright, my third grade teacher. “Ray, answer the question.” “Um, is it, he shoots he scores?” There was loud laughter in the classroom. “The question is, what famous thing did Julius Caesar say when he entered Rome and the answer is, ‘Veni, vidi, vici!’” “Yes, Ma’am, Don Ameche.” There was more laughter. Like I said, I loathed school. So every Monday morning brought a performance worthy of Marlon Brando. “Mom, I’ll make you an offer you can’t refuse. Let me stay home and I’ll do your dishes.” “How wonderful, Ray, I’ll leave them and you can do them after school. Now get going!” One Monday morning a few weeks later, a miracle happened. I woke up to a world of white. The snow drifts were as high as
PQ
the front window, Dad was sputtering about moving to Florida and mom was fretting about her rose bushes. “Hey, mom, school’s probably cancelled, right?” Mom looked uncertain. “I’ll call Mrs. Boyce up the street and see if she’s sending Stevie to school.” She got off the phone and nodded. “You can stay home.” The resulting shouts of joy could have woken the dead. A whole day off! By 9:30 I had my toboggan out and Stevie and I were exulting in freedom. A few minutes before noon, the snow plough came through. I was thrilled. Stevie and I could now play road hockey all afternoon! When I came inside, mom was just hanging up the phone. “That was your principal. He’s wondering why you’re not at school. I told him you’d be there after lunch.” My world crashed. I could barely eat my five peanut butter sandwiches, two Twinkies and apple. That afternoon Mrs. Wright told everyone who missed school to put up their hands. She stopped first at Evelyn’s desk and asked why she was away. Evelyn replied that her mother was concerned about the snow and kept her home. Miss Wright smiled and said that was fine. Several other girls were away for the same reason but Miss Wright soon stopped smiling. By the time she got to Stevie and me she was angry. When Stevie said his mother had kept him home, she smacked his desk and said that was no excuse. Stevie got a detention. She turned a baleful eye toward me. “Why did you stay home, Ray?” I desperately tried to think of an excuse. “Why did you stay home?” she yelled as I fumbled for an answer. “The heartbreak of psoriasis!” I got a detention, anyway. And the moral? Never try to snow a teacher on a snow day. *Names have been changed.
TRUST ME...
Serving Oceanside and Nanoose for Twenty Years. — PICK O’ THE WEEK —
2005 CHEVY 2500 HD
This local one owner truck just arrived and has only 62,000km. It’s a long box 2WD with a locking rear end, air conditioning, cruise control and power windows. Rare to find a truck in this shape for $12,995. Hurry on this one!
Ask for Greg B.
$
The Market is Open 8:30am - 12noon
SALE
12,995
gregbeldham@gmail.com GREG BELDHAM
LAIRD WHEATON
2590 Bowen Rd., Nanaimo
Have your say!
editor@pqbnews.com NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Application No. PL2013-114 Springhill Road Electoral Area ‘F’
Pursuant to Sections 890, 891, and 892 of the Local Government Act, we advise you that a public hearing has been scheduled in your area with respect to a proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1285.20, 2014 and will be held: Date: Location: Time:
Wednesday, February 12, 2014 Bradley Centre, 975 Shearme Road, Electoral Area ‘F’ 7:00 pm
What is the Zoning Amendment about? To rezone the property located on Springhill Road as outlined in bold on the map below to permit the use of a go-kart race track with an additional permitted accessory use of food concession. How will this affect me? If adopted, this Amendment Bylaw will permit the use of a go-kart race track with an additional permitted accessory use of food concession on the subject property. Where can I get more information? A copy of the proposed bylaw and relevant documents may be inspected at the Regional District of Nanaimo office at 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo until February 12, 2014. Office hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, with extended hours on Wednesdays 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, excluding statutory holidays. The public hearing for this bylaw will be held by Director Fell or his alternate as a delegate of the Board. All persons who consider their interest in the property to be affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard in person or by written submissions at the public hearing. Written submissions provided in advance of the public hearing must be received by 4:30 pm on Tuesday, February 11, 2014 to ensure their inclusion in the public record. Questions or Comments? Please contact the RDN Planning Department at • Phone: 250-390-6510 or Toll free in BC 1-877-607-4111 Fax: 250-390-7511 • Email: planning@rdn.bc.ca • Mail: 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6N2
Find out which one works best for you! Comprehensive wealth management and income planning... call me
2-668 Beach Rd, Qualicum Beach V9K 2R1 • 250.752.5100 robert.willis@holliswealth.com
We Have Produce!
250 228 6915
In today’s world there are a lot of income options
™ Trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia, used under license.
’
I’m a Fisherman and a Used Car Salesman!
RAYVIEW
HollisWealth is a division of Scotia Capital Inc., a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada.
A15
250.752.5100
1 Year 2 Years 3 Years 4 Years 5 Years
2.10% 2.30% 2.35% 2.50% 2.80%
GIC Rates as of February 5, 2014
Robert Willis, CFP®
Senior Investment Advisor, Scotia Capital Inc. Member of the Scotiabank Group TM
All rates are subject to change without notice. (All companies represented are members of the CDIC, CUDIC or ASSURIS, minimums may apply)
A16
assistance through www.pqbnews.com benefit programs.
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE CHOICE Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30am5:30pm, Sat. 10am-4pm
• SALES • SERVICE (Walker) • RENTALS • REPAIRS 192 W. Island Hwy., Parksville 250-954-0309
For these fine fine businesses! businesses! For the best in quality, service & products call or visit these
you have unwanted hair? B. B.Clotheswise ClotheswiseUniforms Uniforms K9 Smiles Do B. Clotheswise K9 Healthy Smiles Electrolysis is your permanent solution Family & Family Owned Owned & Local Local FAMILY OWNED Boxing & LOCALDay Boxing Day Sale Sale Ask about financial Aquatec assistance through Aquatec benefi t programs. Bathlift
Bathlift $1395 $1395
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30am5:30pm,reg. Sat. 10am-4pm $1746 reg. $1746
Oral Hygiene December Special Oral Hygiene HygienePlans December Special $179 per cleaning, flat rate Starting $25 per month $179 perat cleaning, flat rate
Frankie Frankie Perfilow Perfilow
K9 K9Oral Oral Hygiene Hygiene Specialist K9 Oral Specialist
250-586-0062 250-586-0062 1306 Hwy., Parksville Parksville 1306 Alberni Alberni Hwy., Parksville • RENTALS • REPAIRS Anesthesia - Free Teeth Cleaning 192 W. Island Parksville Teeth Cleaning Cleaning 192 W. IslandHwy., Hwy., Parksville 192 W. Island Hwy., Parksville Anesthesia - Free Teeth www.k9healthysmiles.com www.k9healthysmiles.com 250-954-0309 250-954-0309 www.k9healthysmiles.com 250-954-0309 (12”-32” • SERVICE •• SALES •• SALES SERVICE SALES SERVICE grab bars) • • RENTALS • REPAIRS • RENTALS • REPAIRS
Be seen by your customers! Call today!
nnccee a D a f D o f l SScchhooool o
REGISTER REGISTERFOR FORCLASSES CLASSESSTARTING STARTINGIN IN JANUARY JANUARYNOW, NOW,BY BYEMAIL EMAILOR ORPHONE! PHONE! #2-141 #2-141East East4th 4thAvenue, Avenue,Qualicum QualicumBeach Beach qbsd@telus.net • 250-752 qbsd@telus.net • 250-752 0227 0227 www.qbschoolofdance.ca www.qbschoolofdance.ca 250-248-4341
Bowser Bowser Woodworking Woodworking Pick Pickup upfrom fromWho Who Does Does ItIt December 19th Page December Page AA 20 20 “Serving Oceanside19th & Vancouver Island for over 20 Years”
• Quality Custom Cedar Fence Panels • Unique Designs in Garden Arbours, Gates, Lattice Backed Planters and Trellis
Electrolysis Plus Plus Electrolysis
• No more tweezing, shaving or waxing! • Effective on all skin types
Pick up up from from Who WhoDoes DoesItIt Pick December 19th Page 20 December AA20 Call 19th now Page for your Free and private consultation 250-752-0502
Electrolysis Plus Safe and Permanent Hair Removal #2-692 Beach Rd. Qualicum Beach
Business of the the Week Week Business of
K9 Healthy Smiles FEBRUARY IS DENTAL MONTH! Ready All Cleaning Set 5% OFF! Step into 2014! Now Available: 2014!
• Mobile• Start Cleaning With a Buddy the Program Program the Service for & •each get $50.00 off! off! $ 10 surcharge
Let us Assist You and a Friend to achieve an ideal weight with a program that:
This available. This space space available. message Call today! Call today! across.
E-130West WestSecond SecondAve. Ave.Qualicum QualicumBeach Beach E-130 West Second Ave. E-130 Open Tuesday Saturday Open Tuesday Tuesday - Saturday Open
1 800-966-5073 • 250-594-6278 800-966-5073 11800-966-5073 250-594-6278 Best Lil 250-594-6278
Scrub Shop Around Boxing Week Boxing * Ladies * Men’s * Week Lab Coats Specials! Specials! Student Special!! bclotheswise@shaw.ca bclotheswise@shaw.ca bclotheswise@shaw.ca www.canadianscrubs.ca www.canadianscrubs.ca www.canadianscrubs.ca
Miles D. Automotive Ltd. Servicing Volvo, BMW, Mercedes, MilesLexus Automotive Volkswagon, and Subaru for 19 years. Miles DDAutomotive Fully Licensed Facility, all Fully Licensed Pick upfrom fromWho WhoDoes DoesItIt Pick up Technicians, Computer December 19th Page 20 System Diagnostics & 19th Page AA20 December Fuel Injection Specialist
Shuttle Service and Courtesy Car available upon request. Value-Safety-Peace of Mind
Servicing Motorhomes 250-248-9679 A-1002 Herring Gull Way Over 33 Years Licensed Experience
Cats Only Cattery Cats Only Cattery BO ARD I N G Cattery KENNEL Cats Only
Private Chalets in the country • Lots of TLC
Pick up from Who Does It
Pick up from Who Does It Private window December 19thPage PageAA20 20 December 19th with view ledge Enclosed Outdoor Run 8 Ft. Ceilings/Heat lamp
Where your cats go for vacation No Dogs in the Cattery
Just makes sense!
250-752-6583 2894 Palmer Rd. QB
• Doctor Endorsed • Targets Fat - Protects Muscle Be customers! Beseen seen by by your your customers! Get your • One to One Weekly Coaching 250-757-9221 7021 W. Island Hwy., Bowser
Scrubs,Shoes Shoes&&Chefs ChefsWear Wear Scrubs, Shoes Scrubs,
www.catsonlycattery1.com
Frankie Perfilow
ParadiseSigns Signs Paradise
K9 Oral Hygiene Specialist
Pickup upfrom fromWho WhoDoes DoesItIt Pick November7th 7thPage PageAA26 26 November
250-586-0062
To Toadvertise advertise here here call: call:
250-248-4341 pqbnews.com 250-248-4341 250-248-4341 pqbnews.com
Office Cell 250 250 334 334 7008 7008 Cell Cell250 250703 7031072 1072 Office 250 250 594 594 7008 7008 Cell 1306 702 Alberni Hwy., Parksville Beach Road., Road., Qualicum Beach 702 Beach Qualicum Beach info@samudrahealthandwellness.com info@samudrahealthandwellness.com www.samudrahealthandwellness.com www.samudrahealthandwellness.com
www.k9healthysmiles.com
Seal the Deal! Oceanside Oceanside Counselling Happy Holidays With a great ad Here! Solutions Solutions for for Families Families From all of these ••Parenting Parenting Issues Issues Businesses ••Couple Couple Counselling Counselling Marriage Marriage&&Family FamilyTherapist Therapist
••Family Family Therapy Therapy ••Child and Youth Child and Youth Counselling Counselling Call Calltoday, today, II can can help help 250-937-0737 250-937-0737 ejbaileymmft@gmail.com ejbaileymmft@gmail.com
All the Best in250-248-4341 2014! To advertise here call: pqbnews.com
NEWS FLASH
500 lbs Lost in ONLY 4 Months at Qualicum Beach’s New Weight Loss Studio A Weight Loss Program that • Is Doctor Endorsed • Targets Fat - Protects Muscle • Provides toscaling One Startyour your newOne year scalingdown down Start new year Coaching ComeinWeekly inand and plan your strategy! Come your strategy! ...It justplan makes sense
WeightLoss LossProgram Program AAWeight thatjust justmakes makessense sense that DoctorEndorsed Endorsed ••Doctor TargetsFat Fat--Protects ProtectsMuscle Muscle Grab someone ••Targets Go in & Find Out What the BUZZ is All About ~ OnetotoOne OneWeekly WeeklyCoaching Coaching ••One You too can be part of the
Weight Loss Program Letus usCommunity assistyou you Let assist in your journey in together your journey Join ~ Both get $50 off Or ~ $25 off individually
Office 250 250594 5947008 7008••Cell Cell250 250334 3347008 7008 Office Office 250 •Qualicum Cell 250Beach 334 7008 702594 Beach7008 Road.,Qualicum Beach 702 Beach Road., 702 Beach Road., Qualicum Beach info@samudrahealthandwellness.com info@samudrahealthandwellness.com info@samudrahealthandwellness.com www.samudrahealthandwellness.com www.samudrahealthandwellness.com www.samudrahealthandwellness.com
Signup up Sign
oneyear yeargym gymmembership membershipatat forfora aone POWERHOUSEFITNESS FITNESSCLUB CLUB& &receive receive3 days 3 daysand and2 nights 2 nights POWERHOUSE
inLas LasVegas! Vegas! in
includesand andadditional additional$500.00 $500.00Casino Casinocredit. credit. includes This offer can not be used with any other promotion sale This offer can not be used with any other promotion oror sale Limitone oneLas LasVegas Vegaspackage packageper permembership. membership. Limit Somerestrictions restrictions apply Some apply
112-6996Island IslandHwy HwyW, W,Bowser Bowser 112-6996 778-424-3488 778-424-3488 www.powerhousefitnessclub.com www.powerhousefitnessclub.com
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
A17
FAITH COLUMN
Loving those ‘a-ha’ moments
At my favourite beach, as I look towards the west, the beach curves around and I’ve always wondered what’s beyond that bend. The last time I was there, very early in the morning, I decided I would go and see. Sandy beach gave way to great rocks. I had to focus every step along the way and it began to feel like a workout. But it was worth it, because I wanted to see what was around the bend. Suddenly, I realized that I was so caught up in the pursuit of my goal that I was missing the beauty along the way. The bay stretched out to my right, completely placid, not a ripple in
Pastors point
By Allan Walker
the surface. The sun sparkled on the ocean as two herons glided across the expanse, their massive wings dipping into still water, leaving showers of droplets in their wake. Pulling my eyes back to
the goal, I realized that I had reached that point in the beach, and finally I saw what was beyond the bend…another stretch of beach leading to another bend. Don’t you just love those ‘a-ha’ moments when you grasp a timeless truth? This is what impacted my spirit afresh during this experience. 1. Life is a journey, not a just destination. We can become so focused on a goal, good as it may be, that we miss the beauty and the value of the experiences along the way. Read Pastor’s Walker entire column on our website: www.pqbnews.com
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS E & N Trail: Coombs to Parksville to French Creek Project Management and Detailed Design The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) invites proposals from qualified consultants for the project management and detailed design of the E&N Trail, which will link Coombs, Parksville and French Creek, BC A digital PDF of the Request for Proposals and six (6) supporting attachments can be found online at rdn.bc.ca/RailTrail or bcbid.gov.bc.ca. Deadline for proposal submission is 15:00:00 hours, Wednesday, 26 February, 2014. For information, please contact Kelsey Cramer, RDN Parks Planner Email: kcramer@rdn.bc.ca Phone: 250-248-3552 Regional District of Nanaimo Recreation & Parks
For
Tools • Lessons & Supplies CALL US: 250-331-9392
Woodcraft, Lutherie, Supplies & Lessons
Artisan wood to works
LOCALS ...
2267 Cousins Rd., Courtenay • www.woodturning2carving.com
Used PQB.com
... BUY & SELL HERE
We have the Team to
MAKE YOUR GOAL A REALITY! Become a member. We’re more than a gym. One On One Fitness Training One On One Personal Self Defense! Group Self Defense Classes Personal Nutrition Programs! Gym Rentals! Group Rentals! Specializing In Team Training! Boxercise & Boxing Club! Special Needs Classes!
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP
$
28/Month D1ro0p In F F O % 10 $
not including classes. excludes ring
BRING IN THIS COUPON FOR
Hourly rates available Training Supervisor on-site Weight training area Cardio area • Boxing area* Call for more information *excludes boxing ring
Classes are now here! Mon., Wed., & Fri. at 3;30pm
BOXERCISE CLASSES: TUESDAY 6am - 7am & 6pm - 7pm THURSDAY 6am - 7am & 6pm - 7pm SATURDAY 8am - 10am Technical 9am - 10pm Regular
BOXING CLUB:
Person Traininal g
as low as $
40
MONDAY • WEDNESDAY • FRIDAY per session AGES 7-13 4:30pm - 5:30pm AGES 14-18 6pm - 7:15pm WHITE COLLAR / AGES 19+ 7:15pm - 8:30pm pm
For the love of your child and of yourself. Teaching how to get through the difficult challenges life will certainly bring. Having workouts on a regular basis are not only great for the body but also for the mind. The “Sweet Science” of boxing sharpens the mind, makes you better at all other sports you engage in and gives you excellent self defense skills. It gives you Self Confidence & Self Esteem like you have never had before, plus it instills the work ethic in our youth!
Can you possibly get all these benefits in one package .... You Bet You Can! Unit 112-425 Stanford Ave, Parksville
250-248-5511
check us out at
genesisboxingandfitness.com
A18
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Good Morning! ¢ 99
Carnation
8
99
Salt Spring
Organic Whole Bean Coffee 400gr
2
Sliced Deli Style Bacon 15.41 per kg
Hertel’s
Sausages 6.59 per kg
Hertel’s
99
6
3
Free Run Eggs 12’s
McCain
5
Creamery Butter
2$ 250gr
for
www.qualityfoods.com
per lb
Island Gold
per lb
Fraser Valley
99
Copyright © 2014 Quality Foods and its licensors. All Rights Reserved. Photos for Presentation Purposes Only • All QF Stores Email: customerservice@qualityfoods.com
Fried Potatoes Hashbrowns Country Style, 1kg
99
3$ for
5
Prices in effect February 7-9, 2014 For Store Locations & Hours, Please Visit www.qualityfoods.com
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
drivewayBC.ca |
www.pqbnews.com
A19
Welcome to the driver’s seat
Honda knows how to make a good, solid car—and for 2014—things just got a little more interesting. Zack Spencer
Visit the 2014 Honda Civic gallery at DrivewayBC.ca
From rather ordinary to rather extraordinary Tampa, Florida – Being the best at something is an achievement, and doing it repeatedly is impressive. The Honda Civic’s 16-year streak as the best selling passenger car in Canada is nothing short of astounding. For the introduction the 2014 Civic, Honda chose usually sunny and hot Tampa, to introduce their latest update. It was sunny but anything from hot, with overnight temperatures near freezing. Honda has been improving the Civic continuously since the 7th generation model was introduced as a 2012 model. Last year, for 2013, they updated the styling, handling and interior of the 2013 model and now for 2014 they are at it again. Looks The styling focus for 2014 is on the coupe. Roughly 15 per cent of all Civics are sold as a coupe, the most dominant player in the small coupe market. Last year, this sedan received updates to the front and rear styling to help make it look more upscale and sophisticated, and this year the coupe gets a similar update to the front and back, but the changes are meant to provide a sportier look with a bit more aggression. The most aggressive version of both
addition, the front seats are very supportive and the steering wheel is low and small for a racy feel. What is new for both the sedan and this coupe is the introduction of Display Audio system that is available From fuel on the EX and Touring economy to reliability, models. This is a large iPad-like touch-screen resale value, cost design that lets the driver of ownership and access many functions Inside sportiness the 2014 from the radio to apps One of the reasons that Honda Civic is a good that piggyback off your the Civic is the best iPhone. (No Android apps selling car in Canada is choice yet but they are working the practical, yet sporty Zack Spencer on this.) This taps into the interior in both the sedan power of your phone, in and coupe. Many people, the big screen, with full including me, didn’t integration. I liked the speed and funcinitially like the split dash with the tion of the design but really missed a speedometer on the top and the tarotary dial to adjust the volume over a chometer on the bottom, but over time touch screen volume design. Yes, there this design has proven to be a winner. is a volume control on the steering I was wrong. The split design now wheel but one next to the radio would incorporates more information to see complete the package. without having to take your eyes off the road. The trip computer and other Drive functions like radio station information Honda has made one small change are just below the front window. In and one big change to help with fuel the sedan and coupe is the SI model that gets an even more forceful grille and front bumper design plus a rear spoiler and lower air diffuser. Wheel sizes have also changed with the regular coupe receiving 16-inch wheels, up from 15-inches, and the SI now bumps the size from 17-inches to 18-inches.
‘‘
’’
economy. The small one is the exhaust system has been adjusted in both the sedan and coupe to let the engine breath better, improving horsepower slightly from 140hp to 143hp. The big change is the introduction of an inhouse continuously variable transmission (CVT), replacing the old 5-speed automatic. This actually makes this little car more drivable and might be the best CVT on the market. The car snaps away from a stop and cruises with ease on the highway, with quick changes
Question
in the gear ratio that helps mimic a conventional automatic design. In addition, there is a sport mode and paddle shifters on the steering wheel to help liven things up. Honda has done a first rate job here and their efforts have been rewarded with a six per cent improvement in city fuel economy and an overall drop from 6.2L/100km combined to 6.0L, something very hard to do with such a small car. The driving dynamics of the Civic has always been very good due to a fully independent suspension and willing engine. The 143hp is a nice match for this car and the CVT is a great complement. The 5-speed manual is a blast to drive but it could use a 6th gear on the highway, as the high-revving engine can get noisy. The steering is crisp and the car overall instills a high level of confidence. Verdict Honda admits that their Civic might not be the top choice in every reason to buy a compact car but they are near the top in all categories. From fuel economy to reliability, resale value, cost of ownership and sportiness this car is a good choice. The many improvements made to the car over the past three-model-years, has taken the Civic from rather ordinary to rather extraordinary. They know how to make a good, solid, reliable car and for 2014t hings just got a little bit more interesting. The Lowdown Power: 1.8L 4-cylinder with 143hp or 2.4L with 205hp Fill-up: 6.7L/5.0L/100km (city/highway) Sticker price: $15,690-$26,655
OF THE WEEK:
Should all new drivers be required to take a course with a driving school before taking a road test? Please explain why you have made that decision.
?
QUESTION OF THE WEEK!
Go to drivewayBC.ca to submit your answer.
Safety Tip: B.C.’s Family Day offers many of us the first chance of taking a long weekend away. If you’re taking a road trip with your family, it’s a good idea to plan your rest stops ahead of time to avoid feeling fatigued behind the wheel and to give the kids a chance to burn off their energy.
Find more online at
drivewayBC.ca
zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca
1st Annual Ladies Night
Tues. Feb. 18, 2014 • 6pm to 9pm • Doors Open at 5:30pm Please join us for an evening of fun, for ladies only! Take a tour of our dealership. Technicians will be on hand to answer your questions in a friendly, fun environment. Live demonstrations, plus much more!
Door Prizes • Local Vendors • Champagne • Appies & Desserts
512 EAST ISLAND HWY, PARKSVILLE
Please phone to reserve your spot, spaces limited. RSVP: 250-248-8383 by February 10, 2014
A20
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Check Out The 2014s
2014 JEEP WRANGLER Starting At $ 30 MPG
23,735
Sport 4x4
2014 RAM PROMASTER
Starting At $37,900 Well Equipped • GPS navigation • Security Alarm • Heated Seat
V6
• Back-Up Camera • Bluetooth • Keyless Entry
EFFICIENCY
$248* BI WEEKLY
2014 JEEP CHEROKEE $
25,290
44 MPG
PLUS
0%
FINANCING
*Bi weekly 96 Months @ 4.29%
Bruce Alexander Ken Dunsire
Dealer #6332
250-248-3281
Bob Bourgeault Kevin Logeman Trevor Liddicoat
Bert Frost
Reg Boyd
Daniel Bortoley
Kirk Miller
ISLAND HIGHWAY AT SHELLY ROAD
Visit us online @ www.parksvillechrysler.com Dealer may charge administrative or other fees depending on the services provided to the customers
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
A21
driveway
Channelling your inner teenager in the snow Picture this: You’re a teenager with a driver’s license, your wealthy parents have left you alone for the day and there has just been a huge snowfall. Turns out, they Even if you decided to take the mess up, you keep SUV and the Porsche Carrera 4S is sitting going . . . it’s part all by its lonesome in of the learning the garage. experience. All your friends are busy so you’ll need Alexandra Straub to make your own fun today. But how? The key to this stellar coupe, which generally remains under armoured guard, somehow surfaces. Then you hear a voice calling your name. You look around and wonder if you’re imagining things or if the milk you drank for breakfast had expired. You look down and the key fob and it is speaking to you. Through its German accent you decipher words like, “traction control off,” “sliding sideways,” “car control,” and the best of all, “you won’t get in trouble.” Then giddiness overcomes your body. Your eyes widen. Your smile is uncontrollable. Before you know it you’re nestled cozily in the heated sport driver’s seat, looking where you want to go and having the time of your life; sliding sideways on a snow and ice track in a $140,000 sports car. Life is wunderbar. The best part about this teenage dream is that it’s not a teenage dream.
‘‘
’’
It’s a reality. For those wanting to learn car control on a designated ice/snow track, it’s entirely possible thanks to Porsche’s Camp4 training school. The track’s location is less than a couple of hours outside of Montreal, Quebec at Mecaglisse. It’s a playground for the German automaker’s, rear-wheel drive 911 Carrera S and Cayman, along with the all-wheel drive 911 Carrera 4S. You’ll have the opportunity to drive all three vehicles in various parts of the facility. Whether you are learning how to control over and understeer on the oval, or learning how to appropriately kick the back end out by blipping the throttle at the slalom, chances are, you’ll have a grin on your face the whole time. And if you spin out, you just keep going. The program commences with a driver’s briefing and drivers are introduced to their instructors. Proper seating position is explained and then it’s time to hit the track. Exercises are done with two people to each car, and each Porsche is equipped with radios that are linked together. That way, the instructor can talk to you and give you pointers while they observe what’s going on. Sometimes you get praise. Sometimes you get constructive criticism. It’s just part of the process. Two major points that were stressed in any of the exercises
were: look where you want to go not where you are going and the tires can only do one job at a time. The latter means that if you are trying to brake and turn in tandem, chances are you won’t have the maximum amount of traction, and therefore, you can upset the balance of the car and possibly not execute the manouevre you were trying to do. Even if you do make a mistake, you just dust off the snow and try again. The Camp4 program originated in Finland in 1996 and has since been executed around the world. It’s hard to believe how much you can learn in such a short amount of time.
And how much your face will hurt afterwards! – That’s not even because of sub zero temperatures. The cost of Camp4 is $5,195 (plus applicable taxes.) That includes three nights accommodation at The Esterel Suites & Spa (a luxury hotel in a nearby area,) two full days of driving and all your meals and transfers from the track. As I said, even if you mess up, you keep going. And no, you won’t get in trouble for having fun. It’s part of the learning experience. Visit http://www.porsche.com/canada-pde/en/winterdriving/ for more information. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca
Have a Diesel? Why go anywhere else! We Service All Makes & Models of Diesels
Oil & Filter Change Special $69.95 + tax Includes: Full Inspection & Inspection Report
• Must present coupon
PARTS & SERVICE
DL#6754
Valid until March 31st, 2014
GENUINE
A22
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
OUR PICKS OF THE WEEK
Stock # 93438 A
SALE
$
108
$
19,995
bi-weekly
2010 FORD F350
Strong eye appeal with black and chrome accents plus low kilometres. This Lincoln has been garage kept by its nonsmoking owner.
196
$
31,995
bi-weekly
This is one nice truck, leather interior, heated seats, and power extendable mirrors. Need a truck for camping or towing? This truck will do it all. Come in and I’ll tell you all about it.
85,600kms, 4x4, Lariat, Diesel, Crew Cab, Dually. Stock # 93481
SALE
$
245
$
39,995
bi-weekly
Stacey’s Pick
Robb’s Pick
2011 FORD EXPLORER LTD
2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE
This fully loaded SUV will get you to your destination in style. This 7 seater with panoramic roof is dripping with almost every option available. The only thing missing in the vehicle, is you!
70,000kms, 4x4, SUV, Limited. Stock # 93460
SALE
189
$
34,995
bi-weekly
When the snow flys, this clean little 4x4 will get you to your destination safely!.
166,000kms, 4cyl., Automatic, 4x4. Stock # 93461A
SALE
$
87
$
9,995
bi-weekly
Harold’s Pick
Eric’s Pick
2011 TOYOTA TACOMA TRD
2012 SUBARU LEGACY
TRD Sport, Double Cab, 4x4.
This quality built 5 passenger with V6 power Toyota comes with an off road package as well as new tires and wheels.
31,995
25,700kms., 3.6R Premium AWD, 4 door. Stock # 93473
Stock # 93480
$
45,500kms, 4x4, Removable Top.
2010 LINCOLN MKX
SALE
SALE
This rugged and versatile Jeep will bring someone tons of adventure and enjoyment. With its removable hard top its ready to explore the back roads of BC with you.
Danna’s Pick
Stock # 93483
$
2011 JEEP WRANGLER SPORT
Dennis’ Pick
34,000kms., Black Leather, Moonroof, Excellent Condition.
$
Filip’s Pick
173
$
bi-weekly
SALE
$
28,995
This is a great car for our climate. It is a good mid-size with loads of features and still has some warranty left!
141
$
bi-weekly
All prices and biweekly payments plus applicable taxes and 399 administration, all loans are open and are calculated with 20% down payment or trade, terms are 48months, 72 months, and 84 months on 2006, 2010’s, and 2011’s or newer respectively, oac, total interest paid stock93481=6136.46,93483=4911.19, 93460=6320.64, 93473=5238.40, 93438a=3615.04, 93480=5778.52, 93461a-1008.82.
DL#6754
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
A23
driveway Second gen Mazda3 was a zoom-zoom hit with Canadians Mazda3 2010 to 2013 The new generation Mazda3 launched in 2010 was an immediate hit with Canadian compact car buyers. The car, available as My enthusiastic sedan or 5-door assessment following ahatchback, is a nicea first drive was ly proportioned car that it was the most with curvy styling lines, more defined refined compact car front fenders and a I’ve ever driven. distinctive (happy face) front air take. Bob McHugh The zoom-zoom mind-set may not be used in the advertising today but it is still very much alive at Mazda and my enthusiastic assessment following a first drive was that it was “the most refined compact car I’ve ever driven.” This generation Mazda3 initially came in three trim levels GX, GS and GT. There’s also a high-performance edition called Mazdaspeed3. A hood scoop, which directs air flow to a turbocharged engine intercooler, gives the Madaspeed3 a more distinctive frontal appearance. Regardless of price, trim or potency, core elements of this ‘3’ are its light yet rock-solid body platform, combined with a sport-minded engineering theme. Its lighter and stiffer chassis has more high-strength steel and other enhancements to reduce body flex and combined with suspension changes the result is a tighter and better handling car. The GX and GS trim levels come with a 148-horsepower 2.0-litre engine that provides a nice balance of power and fuel economy, which is 8.1/5.9 L/100
‘‘
’’
km (city/highway). The GT comes with a 2.5-litre that can deliver 167 horsepower and it gets 9.2/6.8 L/100 km (city/highway). Mazda3, which was first launched in 2003, has been consistently one of the best selling cars in Canada and the Mazdaspeed3 variant typically accounts for less than 2 per cent of sales. That certainly makes it a harder car to find on the used car market and while prices generally tend to be premium they also vary considerably depending on condition and history. This generation Mazdaspeed3 is a more refined high-performer. It offers a more controlled unleashing of power from its turbocharged engine, yet it is still an extremely fast car. Changes to its drive shafts were designed to reduce torque steer (which still exists) and a torque-sensing limited-slip differential was added to the drivetrain. Mazda claims a top speed of 250 km/h and zero to100 km/h time of 6.1 seconds. Engine output (263-horsepower) is the same as the 2009, however it provides a more progressive release of torque that peeks at 3000 rpm and 280 lb-ft is available. Its fuel consumption rate is also faster at 11.5/8.0 L/100 km (city/highway). Inside there’s enough room for four, maybe five, adults provided those up front are willing to share leg room. There’s more cargo room in the hatchback, however, the added security offered by the sedan’s trunk might be preferred and used prices tend to be lower. The only significant change in 2011 was the inclusion of electronic stability and traction control as standard on all models. The 2012 model year brought the introduction of Mazda’s “Skyactiv” performance and fuel-saving technologies, offered initially on the mid-range GS trim line. A direct-injected 2.0L engine is mated to either a special 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. It also got a mild exterior
DIRECT 250-927-1857 TOLL FREE 1.888.225.8126
WWW.HARRISOCEANSIDEGM.COM
E H T
and interior restyling job that included as updated (subdued happy-face) front grille. Mazda3 is highly rated by Consumer Reports for dependability, offers great value for the money and can certainly be one of the better buys on the used car market. Safety Recalls: 2010 to 2013 Mazda3: 2010: Excessive heat inside the headlight housing where the Daytime Running Light bulb is attached may cause a loss of functionality. Dealers will repair as necessary. 2010: Insufficient clearance with the starter motor may eventually result in damage to an engine electrical harness and a possible short-circuit, in some vehicles. This can then cause an engine control malfunction, poor shift quality or the engine may stall or not start. Dealers will inspect the engine harness and, if necessary, install a protector clip. bob.mchugh@drivewaybc.ca
CLEARANCE
CENTRE
512 EAST ISLAND HWY., PARKSVILLE, BC
Located at the Back of the Dealership
SO WHAT IS A “CLEARANCE CENTRE”?
We receive many local ‘older’ trade-ins. Some have higher kilometers, but have been well maintained, and kept in good condition by a ‘careful owner’. We put these vehicles through our service dept. and check steering and brake components, exhaust condition, lights and belts. Anything pertaining to ‘safety’. If the vehicle checks out, we proceed with required reconditioning, and offer them ‘for sale’ at very affordable prices.
We include a warranty, roadside assistance and supply a carproof history, lien and ICBC reports. Vehicles that do not meet the standards laid out by the ‘motor vehicle act’ are simply recycled.
Before you buy a vehicle from an independent lot, it’s a very good idea to ask where the vehicle came from.
2007 HYUNDAI TUSCON
2006 CHEVY IMPALA
2006 CHEVY IMPALA LS
2006 DODGE CHARGER SXT
V6, Auto, Leather, AWD
V6, Auto, Fully Equipped
V6, Auto, Fully Equipped
V6, Auto, Leather
Nice Little SUV
$
9,800
Clean Car 151,000Kms
$
5,800
Only 82,000Kms
$
7,800
Sport Sedan
$
6,800
2006 KIA SPECTRA 5 DOOR
2005 TOYOTA MATRIX XR
2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT
2000 NISSAN XTERRA
Fully equipped, 4cyl., AWD
4cyl., Auto, Fully Equipped
4cyl., Auto, 118,000kms
4x4, V6, Auto,
Little
Fully
DL7189
Very Clean Hatchback
$
8,500
EVERY VEHICLE
Clean Little Hatchback
SAFETY INSPECTED!
$ $ 9,500 Gas Miser 3,800 Equipped 4,800 CARPROOF NO DOCUMENTATION WARRANTY HISTROY! FEES! INCLUDED! $
And A Few 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix • 1999 Subaru Forrester AWD TAKE YER PICK BARGAIN 1998 Subaru Legacy AWD • 1980 Chevy ½ Ton BEATERS They Go, They Stop • Sold As Is - No Warranty
1800
$
+ tax FIRM
Personal Shopping Only See Roy
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
ea to
wh
UNBEATABLE DEALS
EV E RYDAY!
✔ COMPLETE INSPECTION ✔ CAR PROOFED ✔ PROFESSIONALLY DETAILED ✔ 15 DAY/1500K EXCHANGE
w. lai rd
ww
THE NICEST USED CARS AROUND!
“OVER 110
IN STOCK!”
wh
ea
to
n.
co m
‘‘
ABSOLUTELY...
$13,480
$6,980
ea
to
n.
co
m
ww
w. la
ird
’’
$15,980
$48,980
$29,880
$68,480
$25,980
$24,880
$33,880
$23,780
$17,380
$22,480
$34,980
$38,980
$33,880
$25,980
ww w. la
ird
wh e
at
on
.c o
m
ww w. lai rd
wh
ea
to
n. co
m
ww
w. lai r
dw
he
at
on
.c
om
ww
w. la
ird
wh
$8,780
Come see why everyone is shopping at Laird Wheaton!
www.lairdwheaton.com 1-888-604-7189
www.lairdwheaton.com www.lairdwheaton.com www.lairdwheaton.com www.lairdwheaton.com
While awareness about clean energy Here are some useful Electric Vehicle information web sites: vehicles is growing, incentives to buy www.cevforbc.ca www.nrcan.gc.ca/ecoaction are still needing according to the www.livesmartbc.ca www.plugshare.com. industry. there and it would 150km) of a fully charged EV, which “It’s a marathon not a sprint,” said be a shame not makes them viable and the cleanest Blair Qualey, President and CEO of to put it tocommuter vehicle choice. A plug-in the New Car Dealers Association of gether, when hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) can BC. “We’ve made some good progThe reason to we have a also currently qualify for a $2,500 ress in creating awareness of clean chance to energy vehicles and we’re trying to have these incentives instant rebate and are another excellent clean vehicle choice. A PHEV work with government to keep the succeed.” is to help prime the typically has an electric-only driving (CEV incentive) program going. Last 2007 CHEVROLET range of about 20km to 30km and year around the same time we were pump, allow people 2013 CHEVROLET COBALT then switches to hybrid extended in the same situation, not knowing to look at a new SPARK range operation. what’s going to happen.” “4 Cylinder” option and help the “Automatic” Quebec recently renewed its The BC Government originally Sporty 5 speed Power Groiup, Air, coupe clean-vehicle incentive program, committed $14.3 million to the Clean environment. Alloys, MY LINK! with extras! Blair Qualey, President, New Car which offers up to $8,500 off the Energy Vehicle (CEV) Program, #82677 #80808 Dealers Association of BC price of an EV, for another three back in 2011, to support a market wow years. Ontario also continues to transformation to the use of clean Bob McHugh wow bob.mchugh@drivewaybc.ca provide a similar program with energy in the light duty transporta2008 CHEVROLET 2008 CHEVROLET an up to $8,000 incentive. tion sector. It tied-in with its goal to IMPALA “LS” Some auto manufacturers UPLANDER “LT” reduce BC greenhouse gas emissions may have second thoughts by 33 per cent by 2020, and by 80 per “78,000 Ks” “Powergroup” Modular seating, Automatic, air, about the BC market, if incentives are cent by 2050 (compared to 2007 emissions). Rear DVD, full-size sedan! no longer available, as the support About 36 per cent of BC’s greenhouse gas emisLoaded 7 Passenger! #79928 costs involved in offering an EV in a sions are estimated to come from the transporta#77344 product line are high. tion sector. wow wow “We’re at the point now where As long as current funds last and until the program we have all the components concludes at the end of March, a point-of-sale 2013 YUKON/TAHOE 4WDs 2013 BUICK ENCORE AWD necessary to do what everyrebate (up to $5000) is still available with the “Leather” body had envisioned back purchase of an electric vehicle (EV) and there “Leather” Loaded, Fully equipped in 2010,” added Blair are rebates (up to $500) available for residential heated/power seats, 4 cylinder, Qualey. “The reason to “home” charge stations. Funding for public charge dual climate, sunroof and more! sunroof, low Ks, extras! have these incentives stations concluded at the end of March last year. #80843 #82717 is to help prime the In addition to plug-in electric vehicles, hydrogen pump, allow people fuel cell vehicles and natural gas vehicles are also FROM WOW to look at a new included in this incentive program. option and help BC has certainly embraced the switch to clean 2012 CADILLAC ESCALADE 2013 DODGE JOURNEY “SXT” the environenergy and probably leads the country in adapting “ESV” AWD ment. All to the EV. Level 2 (240 volt) public charge stations “15,000 Ks” “Luxury” 7 Passenger, the pieces in place are now in the hundreds, home charge staPower everything, well-equipped of the tions are starting to cost less to buy and install as rear climate with options! DVD entertainment! puzzle the market expands and more (high-voltage) fast#82601 #83288 are charge stations will be joining the three already in WOW operation. That said, the EV is still a fragile market wow sector that’s struggling to establish a foothold. When the CEV program started, according to 2009 CHEVY SILVERADO 2012 FORD F-150 “XTR” 2011 GMC SIERRA Qualey, the inventory of EVs available for sale at 4X4 4X4 1500 4X4 local auto dealerships was very limited. A few years “Leather” “Power Seat” “Nevada Edition” later the supply situation is much better, competi5.3 litre, Fully equipped, Power group, tow package, tion has certainly increased and prices are even tow package, auto, air, fully equipped! low KMs extras! starting to drop with increased production #54880 #83443 #73202 volume. Yet, there’s still a significant price wow gap between an EV and a comparable gas WOW WOW engine vehicle. The large spike in the number of buyers 2010 DODGE RAM 1500 2012 GMC SIERRA 2500 2011 GMC SIERRA 1500 who claimed the EV incentive in this “HD” 4X4 “SLT” 4X4 “6 Cylinder” past year is a reflection of those “Short Box” Automatic, air, “Hemi” changes in the market. The ChevChrome wheels, alloys, Auto, air, tow package, low mileage! power group, rolet Volt, followed by the Nissan loaded automatic tow package! #76260 Leaf were (by far) the two most #80821 #83180 popular vehicle recipients. WOW WOW WOW Interestingly, third most popular EV was the Tesla 2009 CHEVROLET 2013 GMC SIERRA 2500 2007 GMC SIERRA 3500 “SLT” Model S, since Tesla AVALANCHE 4WD “SLE” 4X4 4WD doesn’t currently even “Long Box” “Duramax Diesel”, have a walk-in-the“60,000 KMs” Tow package, Leather, loaded, Auto, air, door dealership loaded, power seat! long box, tow package, power group, in BC. tow package! #83682 black on black Most working #68236 #20067 people comWOW WOW WOW *on approved credit mute within the driving range BEST SELECTION OF PRE-OWNED ON THE SPOT FINANCING! (100km OAC TRUCKS ON THE ISLAND! to
www.lairdwheaton.com
Industry wants renewal of incentive program for clean energy
www.lairdwheaton.com
n.
driveway
co m
A24
DLR#30960
2590 Bowen Rd NANAIMO
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
Best wishes to our athletes FROM THE OFFICIAL OUTFITTER TO THE CANADIAN OLYMPIC TEAM. THE SOCHI OLYMPIC WINTER GAMES START TOMORROW.
SOCHI 2014 CANADIAN OLYMPIC TE AM COLLECTION OFFICIAL OUTFITTER
A25
A26
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Whether building a new home or simply adding to your existing home, these are the businesses to contact for the finest in workmanship, quality materials and prompt service. $349,00
0
Gatton Masonry and Bobcat
GRAVEL MART
Lot 232 Sunset Terrace HORNE LAKE • 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 950 sq.ft. cottage • The views and sunsets are spectacular from this cottage • Many more cottages and lots to choose from visit website:
www.hornelakesales.com makeilty@shaw.ca
• Blue & Multi Driveway Chips • Construction Aggregates • Top Soil • Bark Mulch • Lawn Sand • Compost • River Rock Trucks for Hire Pick-up or Delivery
250-752-6926 • 1-800-224-5906
Instant Mobile Fence for Sheep, Goats, Hogs, Poultry and Predator Control.
• Bobcat services • Landscape construction • Fully bedded stone, brick and block • Fireplace facing and construction • Exterior patios • Stone floors and stairs • Paving stone and hardscaping • Site Prep • Snow removal
LICENSED DISPOSAL SITE FOR Yard, Garden & Wood Waste
FREE SCRAP METAL DROP OFF INCL. APPLIANCES
MARIANNE KEILTY
ELECTRIC NETS
FERRIS FENCING
250•228-0516
911 Church Rd., Parksville Tel: 250-248-3693 Cell: 250-616-3876
250-757-9677
Morgan Gatton / Owner
430 Grovehill, Qualicum Beach
THE CLOSET SHOP
YEAR OF THE HORSE,
Closet Organizers & Shelving Specializing in pantries and rolling shelves
THE FARM & THE HOBBY FARMER
• Drywall • Hardie Products • Roofing • Insulation • Steel Stud • Masonry • Natural & Cultured Stone • Hardscape
nd
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7am-5pm; Sat. 8am-10:30am
Alberni Hwy.
y. Hw
Valley Rd.
Church Rd.
Exit 51
a Inl
1360 Valley Rd., Parksville 250-248-7336
QUALITY BEHIND CLOSED DOORS
PREDATOR CONTROL • Wire: 6ft. H x 165ft L 14.5 ga. Deer/Rabbit Wire
6ft. 6in. H x 330ft. L 12.5 ga Heavy Best Class Galv. Mesh
• Deer Gates: 4ft. to 14ft wide x 6ft.H Galvanized Mesh
#6-2330 McCullough Rd., Nanaimo, Parksville 250-248-1468 1-866-758-3441 • www.closetshop.ca
• Electric Nets: Rabbit/Racoon/Mink/Marten etc. 26”H x 164ft. long complete with posts.
FARM Security • Safety • Sun Control
info@ferrisfencing.com
www.ferrisfencing.com
www.gattonmasonry.com
Open Mon.-Fri. 8am-4:30pm; Sat. 8am-12pm
Supplying all your electric fence needs!
• Electric Nets: 26”H, 42”H and
45”H x 164ft. L complete with posts for Sheep, Goats, Hogs, Poultry
• Wire:10/47/6 - 4ft.H x 330ft. rolls
14.5 ga. & 12.5ga. Heavy Best Class 3 Graduated Farm Fence • Gates: Pipe, Graduated and 2” x 4” Mesh 4ft. - 16ft. wide x 50” H
The first choice for window films Save energy in every season
Call Don 250-468-9989 Nanaimo 250-756-2454 islandsolarfilms.com
Old-fashioned service with quality craftsmanship a job done right!
HORSE FENCE
• Knotted mesh: 2” x 4” knotted mesh in Best Class 3 Galv. or Black Bezinal Coated • Vinyl Flex Rail: HorseRail, PonyRail, HorseCote, HotCote (White, Black or Brown) Old-fashioned
• Bayco • Vinyl Post & Rail •Woodguard Post & Rail service - 16ft. • Gates: Black or Galv. 2” x 4” Mesh or Pipe 4ftwith wide x 50”H.
Electric Fence: Great
quality craftsmanship a job right!Rope Selection of done Electric
First Rate Masonry Over 15 years experience providing first rate creative workmanship within budget and on time
& Tape Systems & Accessories
PLUMBING & heating services
PLUMBING & heating services LARGE SELECTION • EXPERT ADVICE • ASK FOR CATALOGUE
• Consulting • Custom Homes • BBQ Boxes • Heating Services • Hot Water Tanks • Fireplaces • Renovations • On Demand Hot Water • Water Filters/Pumps • All Residential Gas Work
• Heating Services • Hot Water Tanks • Fireplaces SERVING CANADIAN AGRICULTURE • Renovations • On Demand Hot Water SINCE 1986 • Water Filters/Pumps • All Residential Gas Work
250 228-6699 • 250 716-6699 P.O. Box 1243, Parksville
• Consulting • Custom Homes • BBQ Boxes
FERRIS FENCING Kevin
Mike
250 228-6699 • 250 716-6699
Qualicum Landing Old Island Highway Bradshaw
& 15% PARTS LABOUR OFF
Expires March 31, 2014
Parksville Service Petro Canada “ Big Service from a Small Shop!”
250-248-4745
431 E. Island Hwy. PARKSVILLE
Jason Buxton 250-802-5515
Qualicum Goodyear Rd.
•All Stone and Tile Work •Retaining Walls & Pavers •Old Brick Restoration •Fireplace Facings •Chimney Construction & Repairs•
Grovehill Rd.
Ferris Fencing
430 Grovehill Qualicum Beach
250-757-9677 P.O. Box 1243, www.ferrisfencing.com • info@ferrisfencing.com Parksville
Coastal
BRAKE SPECIAL
“Your Satisfaction is our Guarantee”
BUILDING SERVICES
Free Estimates No Job too big or too small
in e Jo
Us!
Bring
Com
the K
ids
Painting & Drywall • Moss Kill & Removal • Roof & Gutters Fences & Decks • Powerwashing • Janitorial Services
WINTER PAINTING SPECIAL Ceilings are FREE! Choose from many beautiful colours! Call today for consultation! References available.
250-951-7675
Join Us in Song and Worship Everyone Welcome Sunday 10:00am Errington Hall 1390 Errington Rd. Info: 250-954-3941
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
A27
columN
Improve your life and others with the Rotary Club Members meet regularly to enjoy a meal and work together to contribute to the well being of the entire community The year 2014 is well underway and perhaps individuals have made resolutions; businesses may have considered new opportunities; governments have sought other directions. The reader of this news item may wish to consider Rotary membership as a unique and interesting pathway to personal change. In Parksville and Qualicum Beach the number of Rotarians has steadily increased to about 140 members within four Rotary clubs. Clubs meet regularly for a breakfast, a lunch or a dinner and members share a friendly spirit while they plan activities which contribute to the well-being of everyone within our community. It's this friendship and the opportunity for service which retains mem-
bers and leads to many long serving are members of this organization Rotarians. which often separates this group of Business people have often con- service-minded people from others. sidered Rotary involvement an excel- Rotarians are both men and women lent means of networking with varied interests, and within the community and club leaders make an effort developing their entrepreto compose club memberneurial skills. The leader- By Norm Watts ship from diverse vocaship knowledge learned tional interests so that the and the interaction with members of a given Rotary successful people in the club reflect the mosaic of community are invaluable people living in the comopportunities for building munity. a business. Upon examining Rotary There is also a continumembership in our coming education element to munity one discovers this Rotary involvement for diversity. there are regular Rotary speakers and To find out more visit www.rotary. events designed to inform about the org. community, the nation, and the world. Within the Rotary clubs of ParksIt's the diversity of Rotarians who ville and Qualicum Beach there are
Cancer canvassers needed Volunteers have dropped 100 people in two years AUREN RUVINSKY
most important fundraisers. The Canadian Cancer Society This year they are introducing is looking for canvassers for their a mini-training session for peoannual door-to-door campaign ple who want tips on what to do in April. at the door and he encouraged "It seems to keep dropping," anyone interested to contact him said local canvas organizer Hugh to figure out how they can help, Baker. "Last year It seems to keep dropping. adding that any we had just over little bit helps. Last year we had just 100 people, the In general they over 100 people, the year year before there like to divide up before there was about was about 145, routes of 30 to 145, this year I have this year I have 40 houses which about 45 signed about 45 signed people have a HuGH baker up." month to canvas. But Baker was Anyone from quick to highlight the hard work Nanoose Bay to Deep Bay inand dedication of the canvassers trested in canvassing should call Baker at 250-821-2000 or e-mail they do get. He said the effort, during the hugbak@gmail.com. Visit www.cancer.ca for more society's Daffodil Month, has run since 1958 and is one of their on the society.
writer@pqbnews.com
ROTARY NEWS
members of different ages in the midst of very active vocational careers. As well, in keeping with the demographics of this community, there are a number of energetic retired persons who are Rotarians. Religious beliefs and political affiliation are non-criteria for joining Rotary and this reality ensures a diversity of membership. The most important tenet for membership is a willingness to serve and contribute to the welfare of others. The good news is that although Rotary membership may not appeal to everyone, it has for some become a way of life and provided many opportunities for enjoyment and personal fulfillment. To learn more about Rotary membership visit www.Rotary.org
The Frugal Parisian @ Home
SLEGG CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS LTD. Lantzville
Interior Design Consulting Home decor items available
Open Tue. thru Sat. 10am-5pm
#6 - 221
Upper 2nd Ave. Chilham Village, Qualicum Beach Eileen Hanuse
Drop off your Plans/PDF/ Drawings Ask for Andrea ~ Mon-Fri 9am-5pm andream@slegglumber.com 7187 Lantzville Rd. • 250-390-1207 Cell 250-740-7451
Milner Gardens open Sundays In April the grounds will open Monday through Thursday CANDACE WU news@pqbnews.com
open to the public from 11 a.m. to Milner Gardens will now be 3 p.m. on Sunday only. open every Sunday. Additionally, the Camilla Tea "It's a beautiful Room will be time to come walk open the same It’s a beautiful time to through the garcome to the garden. There hours, serving den," said execu- are a lot of people in town homemade soup tive director Geoff for this period of time who and scones. Ball. Ball said startexpressed disappointment Four years ing in April Milthat we weren’t open ago the popuner Gardens will Geoff ball lar garden began be open Thursopening ahead of day through Sunspring. day. "There are a lot of people in Winter admission rates for town for this period of time who adults is $5, for youth 13 and up is expressed disappointment that $3 and children 12 and under are we weren't open before," said Ball. free. "So we decided to open early." Milner Gardens is located at From Feb. 2 to March 30 ad- 2179 West Island Highway in mission to Milner Gardens will be Qualicum Beach.
Call the Clinique Counter at Hudson’s Bay Nanaimo to reserve your gift 1-250-390-3141 ext 313
WOODGROVE CENTRE - NANAIMO HOURS: Mon.-Tues. 10:00am-7:00pm. Wed.-Fri. 10:00am-9:00pm Sat. 10:00am-7:00pm Sun. 11:00am-6:00pm
250-390-3141
A28
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
holiday monday
Family Day full of free local activities
Events feature old-fashioned games, interactive displays, educational exhibits and recreation LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
Pig-shaped cookie decorating, pinthe-tail-on-the-pig, rubber pig-chuckin’ and a pig button-making station—these are just some of the free activities families can enjoy together this Family Day in Coombs. It will be the second annual Family Day celebration heritage-style, inside at the Coombs Fairgrounds this Monday, Feb. 10 from 1 to 4 p.m. The featured animal at this year’s Coombs Fair {happening at the Fairgrounds in the summer} will be the pig, hence the pig-themed celebration for Family Day. “We have three hours of free family fun with lots of interactive displays and opportunities for families to get together and play games,” said Fairgrounds manager Janet Boley. Boley is also a member of the Arrowmsmith Agricultural Association which is sponsoring the event in collaboration with the Arrowsmith Recreation Team (ART). The old-fashioned games were a bit hit last year, including checkers, snakes and ladders, skipping and hula hoops. In fact the entire day was wildly successful last year with more than 1,000 people arriving to the celebration within the first hour.
“Last year we were prepared for 200 people and we ended up with 1,500 plus {people},” said Boley. Marilynn Simms, a member of ART, said organizers are hoping for some good numbers again this year and will be prepared for the crowds. It’s the 100th anniversary of 4H in B.C., Boley said, so the club members will be promoting that at the celebration. The local club will also have a number of animals for children to pet and learn about from members. There will be plenty of old-fashioned demonstrations including butter churning, spool knitting and weaving and there will be a historic display of the Coombs area. Kids can gets their hands dirty with play dough, arts and crafts and cookie decorating. There will also be a large children’s garden railway again this year, with an interactive train display featuring local names on the miniature stations that parents will be sure to recognize. An old-fashioned photo booth with farmed-themed props will be available for families to use and event-goers can try their hand at the barnyard beanbag toss.
See Free page a29
liSSa alEXandER PhoTo
There will be another heritage Family Day celebration taking place at the Coombs Fairgrounds on Monday, as seen above last year.
Enjoy Family Day Monday, February 10th, 2014
Scott Fraser, MLA Alberni-Pacific Rim 1-866-870-4190
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
A29
Parksville Community and Conference Centre
MOVIES
FEB. 10th -20th DESPICABLE ME 2 Family day FREE! Feb. 10th 3:30pm
lissa alexander photo
Families at last year’s Family Day celebration in Coombs, seen above, played old-fashioned board games like checkers and snakes and ladders.
Free swimming and skating continued from page a28
Free food will be available including hot dogs and pork and beans on a bun (sticking with the animal theme), as well as pop corn, cookies and refreshments. The Qualicum Beach Museum will also have Family Day celebrations Feb. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum will open its doors with kids activities and exhibitions including origami and knitting and all the regular
exhibits will also be open for exploring. Not only will Oceanside Place and Ravensong Aquatic Centre be open this year, both facilities will have free admission thanks to sponsorship from Quality Foods and the provincial government. On Feb. 10 Oceanside Place will be open for a free skate from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., while Ravensong Aquatic Centre will offer free swimming from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Happy Family Day! Join me and my family on February 11th to enjoy the Quality Foods FREE FAMILY SKATE at OCEANSIDE PLACE I’ll be there from 2-4pm to provide
Free Popcorn & Hot Chocolate! Michelle Stilwell, MLA
Renoir Foreign Movie Night Feb. 16th 7:00pm Mon, Feb 17
Tues, Feb 18
Wed, Feb 19
Thu, Feb 20
Hunger Games: Catching Fire 1:00 pm
The Book Thief: 1:00 pm
12 Years a Slave 1:00 pm
Hunger Games: Catching Fire 6:00pm
The Book Thief 6:00pm
12 Years a Slave 12:00 pm The Book Thief 3:00pm Hunger Games: Catching Fire 6:00pm
12 Years a Slave 6:00pm
PLEASE CHECK OUR EVENT CALENDAR AT www.parksvillecentre.com Admission $5.00 at door - Concessions Available
Celebrate BC Family Day Monday, February 10, 2014 Free Swim
Parksville-Qualicum Parliamentary Secretary for Healthy Living
Ravensong Aquatic Centre
Constituency Office: 2b 1209 E. Island Hwy. 250-248-2625
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Deep Bay Marine Field Station
Free Skate
Marine Aquariums, touch tanks and more!
Oceanside Place Arena Check our website for
Brant Festival Activities viu.ca/deepbay
1:00 to 5:00 pm
www.rdn.bc.ca/recreation 250-248-3252 or 250-752-5014
free admission courtesy of
A30
www.pqbnews.com
ARTS &LIFE
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
Do you have local aRTS newS? contact: Lissa Alexander email: reporter@pqbnews.com Phone: 250-905-0028
theatre
New group presents dinner theatre Premiere production in Qualicum Bay Feb. 15 to have short, humorous sketches LISSA ALEXANDER reporter@pqbnews.com
A new theatre group in Qualicum Bay is offering an evening of entertainment Feb. 15 promising laughter, dinner, beverages and live music. The Qualicum Bay Theatre Group was formed by members of the Lighthouse Community Hall Society. They are presenting their premiere show Opened Mail next Saturday night at the Lighthouse Community Hall, which is a collection of short sketches based on exchanged letters. The theatre group will be putting on its second show, TeaA-Ria on April 5. “I think anybody who appreciates humour will enjoy both {productions},” said Teri Petz, who is acting in both shows and also does some promotional work for the group. “Opened Mail is satirical and Tea-A-Ria is a perfect portray of cultural clashes.” Petz hails from Hungary where she used to be heavily involved in theatre. Although she took a rather long hiatus (around 30 years) she said it was on her bucket list to get back into theatre, so she auditioned for the upcoming performances. She plays the neurotic mother of a soldier in Opened Mail and a dramatic Italian busy-body in TeaA-Ria. Sheena McCorquodale said when she and some others in the Society announced they were looking for people in the community to start up a community theatre group she thought they would get around 12 people. But 38 people showed up for the meet and greet and now 62 people are registered. “I was blown away,” McCorquodale said. “There is obviously a strong interest.” Donna Prima is directing both shows, a veteran of theatre who has won awards for directing, acting and producing in the past. She is a founding member of the Orpheus Players in Fort Myers Beach, Florida and the Attic Theatre Society on Lasqueti Island. She said she chose the play Opened Mail because she has experience with the production and it’s a good introduction to theatre for those without much acting experience. It’s also very funny, she said. The five short sketches include one called Switching Rooms involving two nuns.
LISSa aLeXaNDer PhOtO
Clockwise from top left, Sheena McCorquodale, Donna Gladstone, Anthony James, Valerie Stewart and Heather Keller are all acting in Opened Mail, presented by the Qualicum Bay Theatre Group Feb. 15 at the Lighthouse Community Hall.
“These two nuns are in moral combat over switching their rooms they have been in for over 40 years,” she said. The evening ends with a “fairytale menage” which Prima describes as “racey” involving Cinderella, Snow White, Little Red Riding Hood and Hansel. There will be live piano music between skits by local musician Bob Steele. Dinner takes place before the show at 6 p.m. and features organic and locally grown items. A salad will be served and then a choice of chicken or prawns for the main course, followed by dessert. The food is being catered by a local professional chef. The play will begin around 7 p.m.
Advance tickets for the show are $25, and they will be $30 at the door. Tickets include dinner and beverages will be available at the bar. Tea-A- Ria will be another night of dinner theatre in April, this time with audience interaction and an Italian menu. Get tickets for Opened Mail at The Salish Sea Market and The Georgia Park Store in Bowser, The Shoe Inn in Qualicum Beach, and both Mulberry Bush Book Stores in Qualicum Beach and Parksville. For more information about the events visit www. communityhall.ca and find the group’s facebook page called Qualicum Bay Theatre Group.
All jazzed up for a new series starting at the MAC BRENDA GouGh
News Contributor
If you’re looking to get all jazzed up with your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day the McMillan Arts Centre (MAC) in Parksville could be your ticket to romantic affair. A new series of concerts called Jazz at the MAC will kick off with a performance by Ralph Barrat and the Sharp Seven on February 14. A musical treat for jazz buffs, the concert is sure to
transport you back to an era when jazz ruled the airwaves and Frank Sinatra was the coolest crooner around. The Sharp Seven is one of the Comox Valley's newest jazz combos and features songs of the Sinatra and Ellington era including Mack the Knife and Take the A Train. Ralph Barrat is a singer/pianist from the Comox Valley and he is bringing with him a seven piece ensemble that will perform some of the greatest jazz standards ever
arranged. The group includes some accomplished Vancouver Island musicians who know their jazz. On trumpet is Gregory Bush a professor of music at VIU. Michael Eddy is on keyboard and he is from the ARCT Royal Conservatory of Music. Don Mackay who has his Masters in Jazz Composition is the bass player. See jazz, page A31
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
music
Jazz series to help keep arts alive
HONDA SNOW BLOWER
CLEAROUT
• Dual Stage, track drive, clears 24in/61cm width • 4-stroke engine • Variable speed • Hydrostatic transmission • Residential or Commercial snow removal
continued from PaGe a30
On alto sax and flute is Troy Lucas who has a music degree at VIU, Paul Nuez is on trombone while drummer Rob Peterson keeps the beat going. Jazz at the MAC will be held the second Friday of the month with concerts booked right through to September. Ray Griffiths is helping coordinate the monthly concert series. The trumpet player is one of the founders of the Georgia Straight Jazz Society and for many years performed in jam sessions at various venues in the Comox Valley. When he moved to Parksville about four years ago he joined the Oceanside Concert Band and the Craig Bay resident also plays for fun with a group of musicians in the neighbourhood. “There’s about seven of us. We all live at Craig Bay and we have a band called the Craig Bay Little Band,” he revealed. He said he and one of his jazz cats in Craig Bay conceived the jazz series as a way to generate some funds for the cash-strapped MAC. “The idea came up because Dave Klinger, who is on board of Oceanside Community Arts Council, also plays piano in our little band. We are trying to revitalize the MAC and part of it is to have more musical events.” He said the ambitious project at the MAC isn’t meant to compete with the popular music programs at TOSH which include more international per-
A31
Reg. $3099
We’re your local
2360
$
dealer.
HI-WAY POWER & MARINE
#14-1485 HUNTLEY ROAD, ARBUTUS INDUSTRIAL PARK, PARKSVILLE
PH: 250-248-3621
University of Victoria Unaccompanied Bach Competition Winners (Violin, Viola, Cello)
Brenda GouGh Photo
Trumpet player Ray Griffiths and piano player Dave Klinger have lined up a stellar series of jazz concerts.
formers. “We are not in competition with TOSH … we are trying to use local musicians.” Griffiths is hopeful the OCAC jazz series will appeal to a wide audience and will keep the MAC going for many years to come. Several local acts have already been
booked including Bill Cave and the Desperation Jazz Band performing some great Dixieland pieces on March 14. Ralph Barrat and the Sharp Seven perform Feb. 14 at 7 p.m., at the MAC located at 133 McMillan Street in Parksville. For more information, call 250248-8185. Tickets are $15 at the door or $12 for OCAC members.
Sunday, February 9 2:30-4:30pm
Tel: 250-752-6133 www.theoldschoolhouse.org This ad is sponsored by Vivien Sears
ENTERTAINMENT Established in 1898
Thursday Feb. 6th
KARAOKE 10PM-1AM
NO COVER
Friday Feb. 7th
HUMMER 10PM-2AM
All events scheduled may be subject to change.
Friday Feb. 14th
Saturday Feb. 8th
HUMMER 10PM-2AM
BIG EVENT David James & Big River The Ultimate Johnny Cash Experience www.johnnycashtribute.ca 8-10:30pm $10 @ door 1st come 1st serve
Followed by High Priority @ 11:30 till 2am
163 ALBERNI HIGHWAY PARKSVILLE ◆ BAR: 250-248-6511 ◆ GRILL: 250-954-1881 ◆ www.rodandgunparksville.com
50% SO LD!
face
book
.com /PQB
new
Go to
s
Join us on Facebook!
www.nanaimohospitalfoundation.com 60182
A32
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
20 14 !
Thursday, Feb 20 Parksville Untapped at The Beach Club Resort 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm $49/person
Friday, Feb 21 Parksville Uncorked: Swirl at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm $69/person
Saturday, Feb 22 Winemaker’s Dinner: Road 13 at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm $129/person
Saturday, Feb 22 Winemaker’s Dinner: Burrowing Owl at The Beach Club Resort 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm $149/person
Sunday, Feb 23 Bubbles & Brunch at Tigh-Na-Mara & The Beach Club Resort 7:30 am to 1:00 pm
Parksville Uncorked Accommodation
Packages Available at: parksvilleuncorked.com
BRENDA GOUGH PHOTO
Certified Bob Ross Instructor John Blackmore, left and Bruce Stanton, one of Blackmore’s weton-wet technique students, were busy Monday hanging framed canvases made by students of all levels for a month long exhibition at the McMillan Arts Centre in Parksville.
PAINTING
Wet-on-wet at the MAC The free opening at the MAC is between 7-9 p.m. on Feb. 7
Call to reserve at 1-855-254-WINE
BRENDA GOUGH
WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK To submit your activities into our weekly (Thursday) Calendar of Events: events@pqbnews.com I fax:250-248-4655 I #4-154 Middleton Ave, Parksville 4.3125” x 8”
NEWS Contributor
4_NE021G114
the
IaLleontvinees
v
event
SAVE 25%
Some emerging artists are about to get the thrill of having their work featured in a local exhibition. A new art exhibit at the McMillan Arts Centre (MAC) includes the works of first-time students as well as seasoned veterans of the wet-on-wet technique. The exhibition includes the work of over 20 students of certified Bob Ross Instructor, John Blackmore and will be hanging on the walls at the MAC through the month of February. Since 1995 Blackmore has conducted countless workshops and has introduced hundreds of individuals from the age of nine to 89 to the joy of painting using the age old technique weton-wet oil painting. While Blackmore runs painting workshops all over Vancouver Island and the lower mainland, once a month, in anJANE all dayCOOP workshop held Solo Piano Recital at the MAC in Parksville, Blackmore teaches the Beethoven Nanaimo Conservatory of Music Presents
ALL* FASHION COORDINATING HANGING BRAS, PANTIES & DAYWEAR INCLUDING JESSICA®/MD, WARNER’S® & TRIUMPH®
featuring works by
Brahms Chopin Scarlatti Rachmaninoff
Nanaimo Conservatory of Music
Reg. priced items only. Sale prices end Fri., Feb. 14, 2014
JANE COOP
Presents
Port Theatre 250-754-8550 250 754 8550
JANE COOP
Sunday, February 16, 2014
featuring works by
Beethoven Brahms Chopin Scarlatti Rachmaninoff
Adults $38, Students $25 “In a well-built program, she tackled demanding works with ease.”
- THE WASHINGTON POST
Sunday, February Win 16, 2014 Two Tickets • Drop off Ballots at the Bulletin 2:30 PM
Port Theatre Name _____________________________________________
• Jumpstarts • Reservations • Deliveries
Adults $38; Students $25
Phone _____________________________________________
250 754 8550 Drop off or Mail your entry to Nanaimo News Bulletin - 777 Poplar St., Nanaimo, BC V9S 2H7 “In a well-built program, she tackled demanding works withtoease. ” or Fax 250
753-0788 - Draw 4pm Friday, February 4th.
- THE WASHINGTON POST
SAVE 30%
ALL* NATIONAL BRAND WATCHES Reg. priced items only. WEBCODE: W-0431957 Sale prices end Fri., Feb. 14, 2014
SAVE 15%
ALL* DESIGNER WATCHES Reg. priced items only.
HYBRID & WHEELCHAIR VEHICLES • COMPUTERIZED DISPATCH
2:30 PM Port Theatre Adults $38; Students $25
Solo Piano Recital
ALL* WOMEN’S SLEEPWEAR, ROBES & LOUNGEWEAR Reg. priced items only. WEBCODE: W-3851546
Serving Parksville & Qualicum Beach Region
Sun, Feb, 16, 2:30 pm
Nanaimo Conservatory of Music
SAVE 30%
exact same methods and techniques as seen in Bob Ross’ The Joy of Painting T.V. series. The wet-on-wet practice has become well known as the primary method of painting used by such television artists as Ross and although Ross passed away many years ago, his TV series remains the most popular art show on television in the world. The wet-on-wet painting technique has helped introduce thousands of amateur painters to the art world. The techniques along with Blackmore’s experienced advice provide workshop attendees with the confidence they need to succeed. The colourful landscapes on display clearly reflect the pride and success of the budding artists and Blackmore acknowledged the paintings produced by his students are remarkable. “I have a feeling of pride looking at my student’s pieces.” Ross didn’t generally sell his canvases and Blackmore admitted that many of his students are reluctant to put a price on their art work but he is hoping his latest batch of students will get the thrill of their first sale from the exhibition.
NOW SERVICING PORT ALBERNI!
Printed – 11:33:06
AM – 12/23/13
GET A $10 CASH CARD 14 USER: BR
DKT: 62139 - HQ021G1 ENG - 3.375 x 2.125
WHEN YOU SPEND $60 OR MORE ** on Fashions, Footwear, Jewellery & Accessories, cosmetics & Fragrances and Home DÉcor Fri., Feb. 7 TO Fri., Feb. 14
**Before taxes. Offer valid on in-stock purchases in Sears Department Stores only. Offer excludes Outlet/Liquidation stores, Catalogue, Sears Home Services & Specialty Services (i.e: Sears Portrait Studio, Travel, Hair Studio, Optical, Hearing Centres, Flowers by Sears, Lindt & more). Unused Cash Card must accompany any returns. Cash card valid Saturday Feb. 15 - Thursday Feb. 27, 2014. See card for details. *These savings offers exclude items with prices ending in .97, ‘3 for’ offers, Canada’s Best items, Penningtons® brand and gift with purchase offers. Shop these items and thousands more on sears.ca. Ordering by phone? Call 1.800.267.3277 and quote WEBCODE. SALE PRICES IN EFFECT FRI., FEB. 7 TO THURS., FEB. 13, 2014, UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, WHILE QUANTITIES LAST. NE021G114 © 2014. Sears Canada Inc.
954 TAXI (250 954 8294)
Ask us How!
Call 1.888.359.6722 www.flyorcaair.com Vancouver South Terminal (YVR) to Qualicum Beach (CAT4) 10:00AM (Daily) 3:15 PM (Daily) 5:45 PM (Mon. - Fri.)
Qualicum Beach (CAT4) to Vancouver South Terminal (YVR) 7:00 AM (Mon. - Thurs.) 11:00 AM (Daily) 4:15 PM (Daily) 6:45 PM (Friday)
FLIGHTS AS LOW AS
89
$
including taxes
Vanc to
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
real estate real estate
A33
find your next home here
find your next home here
Address
Price
NANOOSE BAY 2224 Bonnington Dr., Nanoose Bay
$949,000
PARKSVILLE 610 Wembley Rd., Parksville $327,000 581 Doehle Ave., McKillop Point, Parksville from $399,900 727 Ermineskin, Parksville $299,000 574 Martindale Rd., Parksville $439,000 FRENCH CREEK 1521 Marine Circle, Columbia Beach $342,500 1651 Admiral Tryon Blvd., French Creek $829,000 QUALICUM BEACH 798 Canyon Cres., Qualicum Beach $449,900 3-820 Chestnut St., Qualicum Beach $305,000 Claymore at Laburnum Rd., West Ridge, Qualicum Beach from $439,900 512 Juniper Dr., Qualicum Beach $364,900 ERRINGTON 1192 Station Rd., Errington $329,000
OPEN HOUSE
www.OhsMclane.com 250-752-SOLD (7653)
Sunday, February 9 from 1-3pm 512 Juniper Drive, Qualicum Beach • Craftsman’s Dream with 24 x 29’ workshop plus extra parking • 1,708 sq. ft. 2 bed 2 bath rancher • 3rd bdrm converted to office area • Come by and take a look!
Date
Time
Sunday
2-4 pm
Tom Whitfield, Re/Max Anchor
Saturday Sat., Sun. Sat., Sun Sunday
1-3 pm 1-4 pm 2-4 pm 1-3 pm
Sue Tompkins, Coast John Barnum, Sue Tompkins, Coast Joanne Ferreiro, Coast Brenda Nicolls, Coast
Saturday Saturday
1-4 pm 2-4 pm
Lorraine Petersen, Coast Aaron Nicklen, Coast
Saturday Saturday Sat., Sun Sunday
1-3 pm 2-4 pm 1-4 pm 1-3 pm
Rob Ohs, Royal LePage Tom Whitfield, Re/Max Anchor DBM Realty Theresa Antolick, Royal LePage
Sunday
1-3 pm
Sue Tompkins, Coast
Parksville Qualicum Beach Realty Independently Owned & Operated
OPEN HOUSE
OPEN HOUSE
OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, FEB 8 • 1-4 PM
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8 2:00 - 4:00pm
1521 Marine Circle, Columbia Beach
1651 Admiral Tryon Blvd.
Saturday, February 8 • 1:00-3:00pm
798 Canyon Crescent, Qualicum Beach 0
$449,90
364,900
$
No dream too big ... no detail too small!
(250) 752-6926
679 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach
Each Office Independently Owned and Operated
Realtor/Office
$342,500 Hosted by
• Warm and welcoming 1653 sq. ft. updated Columbia Beach home. • Garage with work bench and storage area, carport and opportunity to create additional parking. • Private 1/3 acre cul-desac lot and just a short stroll to the beach.
Cell: 250-927-2927 Toll Free 1-800-224-5906
1-888-954-4433
Hosted by Rob Ohs
NICKLEN $ Aaron Nicklen* 829,000 ROY in attendance
Lorraine Petersen
antolick@shaw.ca
• Tastefully designed beach home • 2,536 sqft., 3 beds + den • 100 ft. of walk-on waterfront • Half acre level lot, parking for the toys
250-248-8371
*Personal Real Estate Corporation
www.theresaantolick.ca
“See What Your House is Worth... No Cost, No Pressure, No Obligation”
OPEN HOUSE Sunday, February 9 from 2-4pm
OPEN HOUSE Saturday, February 8 from 2-4pm
2224 BONNINGTON DRIVE
3-820 CHESTNUT STREET
FAIRWINDS, NANOOSE BAY
QUALICUM BEACH
$305,000
$949,000 cell: 250.951.4882 toll free: 1.800.668.3622
Tom Whitfield
homes@tomwhitfield.ca www.tomwhitfield.ca
Dale Rumming
(250) 927-2927 Fax (250) 752-2133 679 Memorial Avenue, PO Box 1360 Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1T4 Free 1-800-224-5906 antolick@shaw.ca
Email: deadlydale@shaw.ca www.dalerumming.ca www.parksvillemobilehomes.com
coastrealty.com
Independently Owned and Operated
cell: 250.951.4882 toll free: 1.800.668.3622
www.tomwhitfield.ca
U ED
CE
• Spacious rancher with bonus room over garage • On 1/2 acre lot and allows for a carriage house
D
Tom Whitfield
585,000
$
Jim & Margo Hoffman Anchor Realty
Independently Owned and Operated
SHOPPING FOR A REALTOR?
Call kevin clayton
575 Vine Drive, Parksville R
homes@tomwhitfield.ca Anchor Realty
OPEN HOUSE
SAT., FEB. 8 & SUN., FEB. 9 1:00pm -3:00pm
• Bright Open Floor Plan • Great Location • Private Back Yard
• 3,818 sqft 0.32 acre • Whistler-Style Elegance • Loaded with Extras
in attendance
250-752-3375
OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, February 8 from 2-4pm Sunday, February 9 from 2-4pm 727 ERMINESKIN, PARKSVILLE
250-248-8371
299,000
$
314 East Island Highway, Parksville, BC V9P 2H1
314 E.Island Hwy. Parksville • 248-8371
MACKAY
250-752-3375
Hosted by:
• Fabulous home in town for a great price • 1210 sf, 2 beds/2 baths, fireplace • Private yard, mountain views • RV parking, double garage
Joanne Ferreiro
250-248-8371
Living in your dream community is the result of following your heart and a touch of expert advice.
www.tomwhitfield.ca Anchor Realty Independently Owned and Operated
- View all of my listings online!
Call Tom.
JOANNE FERREIRO 250.228.4231
113 West 2nd Avenue, Qualicum Beach
Highly Recommended.
Buying or selling, align yourself with a hardworking, honest realtor who has a reputation for results.
250.951.4882 homes@tomwhitfield.ca
joanne@joanneferreiro.com
Office: 250-248-8371
A34 www.pqbnews.com A34 www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February February 6, 6, 2014, 2014 The Thursday, TheParksville ParksvilleQualicum QualicumBeach BeachNews News
Your community. Your classifieds.
1-855-310-3535 310.3535
TOLL FREE
fax 250.248.4655 email classified@pqbnews.com
$2998 plus tax
SELL YOUR STUFF!
Choose any: Black Press Community Newspapers!
(99¢ extra lines) Runs till it sells, up to 8 weeks!
Add any other paper for only $9.99 each +tax
Private Party Merchandise Ad 1" PHOTO + 5 LINES
2
BONUS! We will upload your ad to FREE! Ask us for more info.
LEADER PICTORIAL C
O
W
I
C
H
A
N
N
E
W
S
0ARKSVILLE 1UALICUMĂ–.EWS $EADLINES 4UESDAYĂĽ%DITIONĂĽ 8PSE "ET &RIDAYx xPM %JTQMBZ "ET 4HURSDAYx xPM 4HURSDAYĂĽ%DITIONĂĽ 8PSE "ET 7EDNESDAYx xAM %JTQMBZ "ET x4UESDAYx xAM -!*/2ĂĽ#!4%'/2)%3ĂĽ).ĂĽ /2$%2ĂĽ/&ĂĽ!00%!2!.#% &!-),9x!../5.#%-%.43 #/--5.)49x!../5.#%-%.43 42!6%,x #(),$2%.x%-0,/9-%.4 0%23/.!,x3%26)#%3 "53).%33x3%26)#%3x 0%43x x,)6%34/#+ -%2#(!.$)3%x&/2x3!,% 2%!,x%34!4% 2%.4!,3 !54/-/4)6% -!2).%
!'2%%-%.4
)Tx ISx AGREEDx BYx ANYx $ISPLAYx ORx #LASSIÙEDx !DVERTISERx REQUESTINGx SPACEx THATx THEx LIABILITYx OFx THEx PAPERx INx THEx EVENTx OFx FAILUREx TOx PUBLISHx ANx ADVERTISEMENTx SHALLx BExLIMITEDxTOxTHExAMOUNTxPAIDxBYx THEx ADVERTISERx FORx THATx PORTIONx OFx THEx ADVERTISINGx OCCUPIEDx BYx THEx INCORRECTxITEMxONLYxANDxTHATxTHEREx SHALLx BEx NOx LIABILITYx INx ANYx EVENTx BEYONDxTHExAMOUNTxPAIDxFORxSUCHx ADVERTISEMENT x 4HEx PUBLISHERx SHALLx NOTx BEx LIABLEx FORx SLIGHTx CHANGESx ORx TYPOGRAPHICALx ERRORSx THATxDOxNOTxLESSENxTHExVALUExOFxANx ADVERTISEMENT BCCLASSIÙED COMx CANNOTx BEx RESPONSIBLEx FORx ERRORSx AFTERx THEx ÙRSTx DAYx OFx PUBLICATIONx OFx ANYx ADVERTISEMENT x.OTICExOFxERRORSxONx THEx ÙRSTx DAYx SHOULDx IMMEDIATELYx BEx CALLEDx TOx THEx ATTENTIONx OFx THEx #LASSIÙEDx $EPARTMENTx TOx BEx CORRECTEDx FORx THEx FOLLOWINGx EDITION BCCLASSIÙED COMxRESERVESx THExRIGHTxTOxREVISE xEDIT xCLASSIFYxORx REJECTx ANYx ADVERTISEMENTx ANDx TOx RETAINx ANYx ANSWERSx DIRECTEDx TOx THEx BCCLASSIÙED COMx "OXx 2EPLYx 3ERVICEx ANDx TOx REPAYx THEx CUSTOMERxFORxTHExSUMxPAIDxFORxTHEx ADVERTISEMENTxANDxBOXxRENTAL
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
COMING EVENTS
INFORMATION
INFORMATION
INFORMATION
LOST AND FOUND
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CALL FOR ENTRIES 12TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Art & Bloom Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting May 17, 18 and 19 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901
ADVERTISE in the LARGEST OUTDOOR PUBLICATION IN BC The 2014-2016 BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis
Denied Long-Term Disability BeneďŹ ts or Other Insurance?
INFORMATION
The most effective way to reach an incredible number of BC Sportsmen & women. Two year edition- terrific presence for your business.
Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 email: ďŹ sh@blackpress.ca
IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, that’s your business. Want to STOP, we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous. 1-800-883-3968
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
DEATHS
DEATHS
William (Bill) Starling A Celebration of Life will be held on
Sunday, February 9th from 12pm-2pm at 330 1st. Ave West Qualicum Beach, BC
Please come and share your memories.
#/092)'(4
#OPYRIGHTx AND ORx PROPERTIESx SUBSISTx INx ALLx ADVERTISEMENTx ANDx INx ALLx OTHERx MATERIALx APPEARINGx INx THISx EDITIONx OFx BCCLASSIÙED COM x 0ERMISSIONx TOx REPRODUCEx WHOLLYxORxINxPARTxANDxINxANYxFORMx WHATSOEVER x PARTICULARLYx BYx Ax PHOTOGRAPHICx ORx OFFSETx PROCESSx INxAxPUBLICATIONxMUSTxBExOBTAINEDx INxWRITINGxFROMxTHExxPUBLISHER x!NYx UNAUTHORIZEDxREPRODUCTIONxWILLxBEx SUBJECTxTOxRECOURSExINxLAW !DVERTISEÖACROSSÖ6ANCOUVERÖ )SLANDÖANDÖ"RITISHÖ#OLUMBIAÖ INÖTHEÖBEST READ ÖMOSTÖTRUSTEDÖ COMMUNITYÖNEWSPAPERS
and protect your right to compensation. 778.588.7049 Toll Free: 1.888.988.7052 Julie@LawyersWest.ca www.LawyersWest.ca
DID YOU KNOW? BBB is a not-for-profit organization committed to building relationships of trust in the marketplace. Look for the 2013 BBB Accredited Business Directory Eedition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at www.blackpress.ca. You can also go to http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2013 BBB Accredited Business Directory
LEGALS
NEW to the area? Call for your FREE package of info, gifts & greetings. Bev: 250-248-4720 PV Ann: 250-248-3390 QB Pat: 250-248-7119 NANOOSE The most Famous Baskets in the World! www.welcomewagon.ca
PERSONALS
Lost Sept 2013, ladies 14k yellow & white gold diamond ring, set with three princess cut diamonds & 14 round brilliant cut diamonds. Please if you have found or know anything about the whearabouts of my ring, please call me at 250-7521130. Has extreme sentimental value. REWARD OFFERED for return!
TRAVEL LADY 74 looking for companionship, (Qualicum Beach), e-mail: madux@shaw.ca
LEGALS
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The Estate of Meryl Deanna Hipperson also known as Meryl D. Hipperson and Meryl Hipperson, deceased, formerly of 1607 Brunt Road, Nanoose Bay British Columbia
Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Meryl Deanna Hipperson also known as Meryl D. Hipperson and Meryl Hipperson are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor at c/o Karen E. Stewart 101-191 Jensen Avenue East, P.O. Box 454 Parksville, British Columbia V9P 2G6 on or before March 6, 2014, 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.
GETAWAYS ITALY- beautiful countryside, friendly locals, village house for rent. Anita, 250-655-4030. LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Winter Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891
"59).'Ă– Ă–2%.4).' Ă– 3%,,).' $BMM VT UPEBZ UP QMBDF ZPVS DMBTTJmFE BE
The Career Centre
in Parksville has an opportunity for an experienced Specialized Employment Consultant / Case Manager to join our team. We offer a desirable working environment and a competitive compensation package. See a complete description of duties and application procedures as posted on our website: http://www.careercentre.org/ pdfs/SECCaseManager.pdf
HELP WANTED THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Camp Cooks (Red Seal Chef an asset) • Camp Bull Cooks Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
DEATHS
DEATHS
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Shaemus Riley Webber February 1, 1997 – January 26, 2014
$)3#2)-).!4/29 ,%')3,!4)/.
!DVERTISERSx AREx REMINDEDx THATx 0ROVINCIALx LEGISLATIONx FORBIDSx THEx PUBLICATIONxOFxANYxADVERTISEMENTx WHICHx DISCRIMINATESx AGAINSTx ANYx PERSONxBECAUSExOFxRACE xRELIGION x SEX x COLOUR x NATIONALITY x ANCESTRYx ORxPLACExOFxORIGIN xORxAGE xUNLESSx THEx CONDITIONx ISx JUSTIÙEDx BYx Ax BONAx ÙDEx REQUIREMENTx FORx THEx WORKxINVOLVED
If YES, call or email for your
FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION
LUFF, James A. July 16, 1914- January 8, 2014 Jim passed away peacefully Jan. 8, 2014 in Chemainus care home, just 6 months short of his 100th Birthday and 3 months short of his 75th wedding anniversary. He is survived by his wife Elida of 74 years, four children, Robert [Betty], Mary, Phyllis and Jacqueline, 11 grandchildren 17 great grandchildren and 6 great, great, grandchildren. Jim was born in Victoria to Jessie and Augustus Luff, pioneer settlers from England. Most of his schooling was in Parksville BC, active in badminton and baseball teams as a youth. Work took him in many directions and places. Diaries show 32 different addresses. His first work was as a predator hunter of cougars, then logging on Van. Is. and in the Cariboo, gillnet fishing for the Cassier Cannery, and in 1952 he moved to Horsefly BC to try his hand at cattle ranching (while still fishing in the summer months). He bought the Fred Myers farm on the 108 road, where he managed a herd of about 200 Herefords. He returned to Van. Is. 1967 to Mill Bay where he built his 3rd house, and a new boat, the White Rock II, and continued fishing and prawning. His passions were building, gardening, garage sells and property development. Jim was predeceased by his parents, sisters Amy and Dorothy and son Gordon. SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212
In loving memory of Shaemus Riley Webber who was born February 1, 1997 and left us too soon on January 26, 2014. Shaemus was predeceased by his grand dad, Terry Webber. He will be sadly missed by his mother, Chris Webber; father, Rob Webber; brothers, Skyler and Craig Webber; grand parents, aunts, uncles; extended family and many friends. He was a MS in Sea Cadets and was very actively involved in the community. Rest In Peace My Son We Will Love You Always And Forever A Service of Remembrance will be held at 1:00 pm on Sunday, February 9, 2014 at Branch #49 of the Royal Canadian Legion, 146 Hirst Avenue in Parksville. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Shaemus’ memory to the Navy League of Canada – Oceanside Branch, #116 – 425 East Stanford Avenue, Parksville, BC V9P 2N4. To send a condolence to the family please visit www.yatesfuneral.ca YATES FUNERAL SERVICE & CREMATORIUM (250-248-5859) in care of arrangements.
NOW HIRING Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed the safety of employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results.
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC (Northern Vancouver Island)
AREA FORESTER
(Mainland Coast Forest Operations) Detailed job postings can be viewed at
www.westernforest.com/business-value/our-people-employment/careers
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive beneĂ°ts package. If you believe that you have the skills and qualiĂ°cations, and want to experience the special West Coast lifestyle reply in conĂ°dence to: Human Resources Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com
The Parksville Thursday, February 6,6,2014 ebruary 6, 2014 Qualicum Beach News Thursday, 2014 HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES TRADES,LABOURERS TECHNICAL
COMPUTER MEDICAL/DENTAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES TRADES, PAINTING TECHNICAL
MERCHANDISE HOME/BUSINESS FOR SALE SERVICES
MERCHANDISE HOME/BUSINESS FOR SALE SERVICES
FUEL/FIREWOOD COMPUTER SERVICES
MISCELLANEOUS PAINTING FOR SALE
CEDA is Hiring! FARMLabourers WORKERS Shutdown & NEEDED Operators
MEDPRO Respiratory Care isPOIRIER CEDA PAINTING: is Hiring! ResiWEST COAST Firewood. POIRIER DOWNSIZING PAINTING: ResiBUYDENS a Home oxygen and Sleep ap-dential /Shutdown Commercial. Labourers Fully in& Seasoned fiBUYDENS rewood. Volume dential / Commercial. Fully innea therapy provider. We are sured, Guaranteed Operators Workmandiscount. 1-877-380-9663. Hand sured, & Electric Guaranteed Tools WorkmanComputer Services Computer Services accepting resumes for a Clientship, WCB, Call Dan at #25010 xship, 5 Billiard WCB, Slate CallTable Dan at #250at Bergen Farms to Offering PC Repair Offering PC Repair QualiďŹ cations include: QualiďŹ cations include: Service Technician respon-240-3528. 240-3528. start middemanding May 2014. 40 • Physically • Physically demanding FURNITURE and Personal Tutoring and Personal Tutoring sible for the introduction, set100 lb Lino Roller - 60driver’s hrs./wk $10.33/hr. • Clean abstract • Clean driver’s abstract up, Nanoose and ongoing maintenance Carpet Cutter From to Deep Bay From Nanoose to Deep Bay • Travel Alberta planting, • TravelPETS within Alberta PETS Workwithin includes DELUXE GOLDEN Breeza, of home oxygen equipment for 2 briefcases • Class 1/3 driver’s license har• Class 1/3 driver’s license power-lift recliner, Call Kevin Call Kevin tan leather. weeding, pruning, our clients living North of DunWine Corboy Lifter • MED 3 boating license • MED 3 boating license New at $3100; Sell $2200 obo. 250-240-7372 can. 250-240-7372 The suitable candidate 6â€?x20â€? Timber Steel Rollers vesting fruit and other (250)754-3703. PET CARE SERVICES PET CARE SERVICES must be a self-starter, have Lrg.Cap. Sawdust Vaccum To submit To submit resume farm work.resume excellent communication and Tooled Saddle, Mens jewellry please visit online: please visit online: DRYWALL DRYWALL Work is outdoors in all MOVING SALE. Matching interpersonal skills and beCAT SITTING AndCAT more! SITTING in my home. www.cedagroup.com www.cedagroup.com in my home. oval glass top tables (two) technically minded. ApplicantsSafe, loving environment. No 250-248-4495 weather conditions & Safe, loving environment. No $150. Matching 3-seat sofa & Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. Taping/ Texturing/ Painting. should be physically fi t and cages. 7day to long term stay. cages. 7day to long term stay. physically demanding. JOURNEYMAN HEAVY JOURNEYMAN HEAVY armchair 250-586-7655, Reno & to Repair Reno $450. & Repair Specialist. 30HOTLimited able moveSpecialist. medical 30 equip-Limited space. TUB space. (SPA)250-740-5554 COVERS. DUTY250-740-5554 MECHANICS DUTY Fax MECHANICS resumes French Creek. years of fast friendlyup service. years of fast friendly service.Best price. Best quality. All ment weighing to 70lbs. Fort McMurray & Leduc Alberta Fort McMurray & Leduc Alberta to: 250-752-7566. Wayne 250-752-4658 QB Wayne 250-752-4658 QB Must have a valid driver’s lishapes & colours available. Gladiator Equipment Ltd. Gladiator Equipment DOG TRAINING in Nanoose in NanooseLtd.PILLOWTOP QUEEN MATcense with clean abstract andDOGhasTRAINING 1-866-652-6837 has immediate positions for Bay. I am a small dog specialBay. I amimmediate a small dogpositions special- forTRESS SET. Brand new. criminal record check. Experiwww.thecoverguy.com/ Journeyman Heavy Duty, off Journeyman Heavy Duty, off ist, but larger dogs are welist, but larger dogs are welGARDENING GARDENING $200. ence in healthcare is an asset. newspaper? roadHANDY CertifiedHusband Mechanicsfor forHire. road Certified Mechanics forNeed to sell ASAP! come. (250)821-1983. www. come. (250)821-1983. www. Custom fi rewood I cut, split or (250)713-9680 Please forward your resume work in Fort McMurray and Lework in Fort McMurray and Letrainingwithjayne.weebly.com your Excellent logs. I dowages what you to: smcculloch@medprores-trainingwithjayne.weebly.com LAZY-BOY Reclining Love duc,stack Alberta. duc, Alberta. Excellent wages ORCA TREE & TREE & piratory.com WHITE ORCA CABINET, custom Seat leather burgundy in good and don’t benefiwant ts. to. Homeowner and and benefits. builder for over 35 years. made, base 30â€? high, 8 feet LAWN CARE LAWN CARE condition. $200. KENMORE www.gladiatorequipment.com www.gladiatorequipment.com MERCHANDISE FOR SALE MERCHANDISE FOR SALE Home and property cleanup, long, top piece is 60â€? high. side by side door fax 1-780-986-7051. fax 1-780-986-7051. Lawns - Irrigation Lawns maintenance and haul away. $400 - Irrigation firm. CallFridge/Freezer, water & ice hr@gladiatorequipment.com hr@gladiatorequipment.com Asking Call Glen 250-752-0807 Maintenance Maintenance (250)586-3339. dispensers. A1 Condition. ANTIQUES/VINTAGE 250-468-7909 Pruning - Landscaping Pruning - Landscaping $100. Call ANTIQUES/VINTAGE
9OURĂ–&5452%Ă– ISĂ–AĂ–CLICKĂ–AWAY Call anytime
PERSONAL SERVICES
#HOOSEĂ–THEĂ–*/"Ă–YOUĂ–LOVE
(250)752-5815
FINANCIAL SERVICES
HANDYPERSONS
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
DON the HANDYMAN CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
No Job to BIG No Job to SMALL Home & Yard Care I will take care of your home and your yard Choose like it a is career my own! where Semi retired carpenter people matter! Phone 250-586-3330 Serving Oceanside since 1977 Islandflyfishing@gmail.com
The Good Samaritan Society is one of Western Canada’s largest voluntary, not-for-profit, care giving providers. HAULING AND SALVAGE We are currently accepting applications at our Wexford Creek location in Nanaimo for a: HAUL AWAY Junk, washers & dryers, furniture, garden, yard waste & wood. Free Estimates. FULL TIMECall 250-240-1116.
MAINTENANCE WORKER
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Requirements: Bills? Unemployed? Must have a Builders Operations WAYNE’S HAUL-AWAY. Will Need Money? We Lend! If you haulCertificate. away unwanted whatevCertificate or BC- 5th A minimum own your own home you Class er. working Bondable. 250-752-1639. three years experience in a commercial qualify. of Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. or institutional setting is required. Equivalencies to 1-877-987-1420 & STORAGE education or experience may beMOVING considered. www.pioneerwest.com
We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefit 2 BURLEY MEN MOVING.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES $85/hr for 2 men (no before packages and opportunities for advancement.
or after travel time charges on local moves. Pleaseand call Scott To apply please submit your resume Joshua, (250)951-0010. CLEANING SERVICES covering letter toorcareers@gss.org.
ALL CLEAN House Cleaners. Visit our website at www.gss.orgPAINTING to learn more Exp. Reliable about & Insured. The Good Samaritan Society. Please Call: 250-668-4642 or A STROKE ABOVE Painting email: info@allclean4you.ca LTD- Liven up your space with a splash of colour! Book an InEXCELLENT QUALITY terior Job and receive 10% off Housecleaning. Hard working, invoice. Commercial & Resireliable, over 10 yrs. exp. Ref’s dential. WCB. Insured. Call avail. 250-586-3060. Dave, 250-240-2310.
#,!33)&)%$Ă–!$3Ă–7/2+
ASTONISHING PAINTING CO. Residential/Commercial/Repainting. 25 yrs. experience. Call Mike 250-248-8569
FUNDAMENTALS LOGGING TRAINING
www.pqbnews.com A35 www.pqbnews.com A35
www.pqbnews.com A35
PERSONAL SERVICES
ANTIQUE LAMPS, crystal, ceramic smalls, tables, framed prints, dressers. daily FINANCIAL View SERVICES 1pm-4pm. (250)754-3389.
APPLIANCES All White-Good Working Order Fridge 18 cu ft. $100 , 30� Self Cleaning Range-$100., Under the counter D/W-$75. Microwave $25. Call 1-204-981-6243
BELLEVUE RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES
GARAGE Call SALES anytime
QUALICUM(250)752-5815 BAY Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. Feb 9, HANDYPERSONS (8-12). Pancake breakfast & market. Entertainment - small animal DON swap.the HANDYMAN Tables $10. Rain or Shine. No JobPhone to BIG 778424-9900 orNo email: Job to SMALL info@communityhall.ca. Home & Yard Care
I will take care of your home
your yard HOBBIESand& CRAFTS
like it is my own! Semi retired GRINSHEEP FIBREcarpenter Productions. 1265Phone Leffl250-586-3330 er Rd. (across Serving Oceanside 1977 from the Wildlife Centresince in Eryfishing@gmail.com rington)Islandfl Offering felting, spin-
ANTIQUE crystal, ceMOVING SALELAMPS, - MUST SELL ramic tables, Round pinesmalls, table w/4 chairsframed & prints, corner dressers. cushions, unit View (pine),daily 1pm-4pm. (250)754-3389. lamps,2 oil filled space heaters, new 4000 watt generator, antique gramma-phone; tall cabinet type. APPLIANCES Antique oak cabinet 44�w x 18�d. Misc lamps, All White-Good Working Order mirrors etc. Call 250-757-2007 Fridge 18 cu ft. $100 , 30� Self Cleaning Range-$100., Under the counter D/W-$75. Microwave $25. Call 1-204-981-6243
BELLEVUE
RECONDITIONED ning, knitting & weaving supplies atHAULING reasonable rates. APPLIANCES AND SALVAGE Open Tues - Sat., 1 - 5 or by Sales & Service. Sales & Service. appt. Call 250-248-6306 or FULL WARRANTY. FULL WARRANTY. HAUL AWAY Junk, washers email: grinsheep@gmail.com Large Showroom Large Showroom & dryers, furniture, garden, 1040 BELLEVUE ROAD 1040GARDEN BELLEVUESHEDS ROAD yard waste & wood. Free Esti-QUALITY MEDICAL SUPPLIES Parksville 250-248-8251 Parksville 250-248-8251 mates. Call 250-240-1116. Gazebos, pergolas, follies, greenhouses, studios, storage GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad & more. Call 250-951-0855 credit? Bills? Unemployed? WAYNE’S HAUL-AWAY. Will Need UNDER Money?$300 We Lend! If you UNDER $300 haul away unwanted whatevown your own home - you Queen Box Spring, Mattress & er. Bondable. 250-752-1639. qualify. Pioneer Frame. Cedar Chest, bed, Antique LOVE SEAT/Sofa bed,Acceptance excelLOVE SEAT/Sofa excelMember$225. BBB. Tea lent Wagon & Desk. $225. 2 Casual Call lent Corp. condition, Call condition, 1-877-987-1420 Arm Chairs, BBQ & Misc Items MOVING & STORAGE (250)752-4400. (250)752-4400. www.pioneerwest.com Excellent Condition. Call 250-954-1771 2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. FREE ITEMS SERVICES BRAND FREE ITEMS NEW HOME/BUSINESS $85/hr for 2 menWheelchair (no before orUPHOLSTERY SELL OUT!! $2000, Walkertime$150. after travel chargesand on lo-Shop closing. All of goods/ FREE TOW Away of unwantFREE TOW Away unwantshower stool $40., or $2000 cal moves. Please call Scotttools/machines/benches/cabied vehicles. We SERVICES also pay ed vehicles. We also pay for all obo. 250-248-4064 or3, Joshua, (250)951-0010. CLEANING nets/etc. to for go at highestof of$Cash$ for vehicles of value. $Cash$ vehicles value. fer(s). closureTowing due & Call anytime. Norms Towing & Call Business anytime. Norms FORTRESS 2000 Scooter, ALL CLEAN House Cleaners. to family illness. View at Salvage 250-757-8911 or 250Salvage 250-757-8911 or 250PAINTING $4,000. SellExp. (cell). Reliable & Insured.used 42hrs. New: #4-147 Fern (cell). Rd. E. (behind 954-7543 954-7543 Please Call: 250-668-4642 oring: $2900 obo. Call (250)754Windsor Rentals) Phone 2503703. A STROKE ABOVE Painting240-3091. email: info@allclean4you.ca LTD- Liven up your space with FRIENDLY FRANK FRIENDLY FRANK WALKER with Book basket, a splash of colour! an InEXCELLENT QUALITYNEXUS near new condition, $175 obo. terior Job and receive 10% off Housecleaning. Hard working, WOODEN PRIVACY screen, WOODEN PRIVACY screen, (250)802-8244. Commercial & Resiover 10 yrs. exp. Ref’sCall invoice. $90.reliable, (250)594-5996. $90. (250)594-5996. dential. WCB. Insured. Call avail. 250-586-3060. Dave, 250-240-2310. MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
FUEL/FIREWOOD
#,!33)&)%$Ă–!$3Ă–7/2+
COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).
1 ASTONISHING OMEGA juicer (Model PAINTING #8003) CO. $200, Residential/Commer1 CPAP breathing cial/Repainting. machine, like new, 25 yrs. $350. experiCall ence. (250)933-3900. Call Mike 250-248-8569
3-!,,Ă–!$3Ă– '%4Ă– FUEL/FIREWOOD #*(Ă–2%35,43
COASTAL MOUNTAIN FIREWOOD- Call 250-468-9660. 1-866-768-8886 (Nanoose).
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
FUEL/FIREWOOD
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
WEST COAST Firewood. Seasoned firewood. Volume discount. 1-877-380-9663.
FURNITURE DELUXE GOLDEN Breeza, power-lift recliner, tan leather. New at $3100; Sell $2200 obo. (250)754-3703. MOVING SALE. Matching oval glass top tables (two) $150. Matching 3-seat sofa & armchair $450. 250-586-7655, French Creek. PILLOWTOP QUEEN MATTRESS SET. Brand new. Need to sell ASAP! $200. (250)713-9680 WHITE CABINET, custom made, base 30� high, 8 feet long, top piece is 60� high. Asking $400 firm. Call (250)586-3339.
GARAGE SALES QUALICUM BAY Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay. Feb 9, (8-12). Pancake breakfast & market. Entertainment - small animal swap. Tables $10. Rain or Shine. Phone 778424-9900 or email: info@communityhall.ca.
DOWNSIZING Hand & Electric Tools 10 x 5 Billiard Slate Table 100 lb Lino Roller Carpet Cutter 2 briefcases Wine Corboy Lifter 6�x20� Timber Steel Rollers Lrg.Cap. Sawdust Vaccum Tooled Saddle, Mens jewellry And more! 250-248-4495 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? LAZY-BOY Reclining Love Seat leather burgundy in good condition. $200. KENMORE side by side door Fridge/Freezer, water & ice dispensers. A1 Condition. $100. Call 250-468-7909 MOVING SALE - MUST SELL Round pine table w/4 chairs & cushions, corner unit (pine), lamps,2 oil filled space heaters, new 4000 watt generator, antique gramma-phone; tall cabinet type. Antique oak cabinet 44�w x 18�d. Misc lamps, mirrors etc. Call 250-757-2007
HOBBIES & CRAFTS GRINSHEEP FIBRE Productions. 1265 Leffler Rd. (across from the Wildlife Centre in Errington) Offering felting, spinning, knitting & weaving supplies at reasonable rates. Open Tues - Sat., 1 - 5 or by appt. Call 250-248-6306 or email: grinsheep@gmail.com
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
QUALITY GARDEN SHEDS Gazebos, pergolas, follies, greenhouses, studios, storage & more. Call 250-951-0855 Queen Box Spring, Mattress & Frame. Cedar Chest, Antique Tea Wagon & Desk. 2 Casual Arm Chairs, BBQ & Misc Items Excellent Condition. Call 250-954-1771
BRAND NEW Wheelchair $2000, Walker $150. and shower stool $40., or $2000 for all 3, obo. 250-248-4064 FORTRESS 2000 Scooter, used 42hrs. New: $4,000. Selling: $2900 obo. Call (250)7543703. NEXUS WALKER with basket, near new condition, $175 obo. Call (250)802-8244.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 1 OMEGA juicer (Model #8003) $200, 1 CPAP breathing machine, like new, $350. Call (250)933-3900.
UPHOLSTERY SELL OUT!! Shop closing. All goods/ tools/machines/benches/cabinets/etc. to go at highest offer(s). Business closure due to family illness. View at #4-147 Fern Rd. E. (behind Windsor Rentals) Phone 250240-3091.
3-!,,Ă–!$3Ă– '%4Ă– #*(Ă–2%35,43
Contact Pauline at The Parksville Qualicum Beach News: 250-905-0012 SERVICE DIRECTORYSERVICE DIRECTORY Contact Pauline at The Parksville Qualicum Beach News: 250-905-0012
“You name it ... we can do it.� www.westernforest.com/business-value/our-people/employment/careers Professional Home & Business Renovations & Improvements
Thank you for your interest, however only short listed •Renovations/Additions/Repairs candidates will be contacted.Specializing in •Custom Bathrooms & Kitchens 25 Yrs Exp Cedar Products •Interior/Exterior Painting Quality Fencesisandan Installation Services Inc. • Tiling &Western All Flooring Forest Products Canadian forestGates products •Windowintegrated & Door Installations • Arbours located on Vancouver Island •Decks &company Fences Sheds • Repairs •Hardiplank & Vinyl Siding that is committed to the safety of our All Products Build to Suit •Generalemployees, Contracting/Consulting the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results. Free Estimates Tony Albanese 250.951.6289
Dave: 250-954-8650
t-albanese@hotmail.com
PR L LRENOVATING O
YARD A
& PAINTING INC.
•Hedges •Trimming •Shrub Removal •Renovations/Additions/Repairs Soil/Mulch •Custom•Sea Bathrooms & Kitchens •Interior/Exterior Painting •Gutters Cleaned • Tiling & All•Leaf Flooring Raking •Window & Door Installations •Haul Away •Decks & Fences •OddSiding Jobs •Hardiplank & Vinyl
“You name it ... we can do it.� Professional Home & Business Renovations & Improvements
•General Call Contracting/Consulting Don at
Free Estimates 250-752-2064
Dave: 250-954-8650
wolskidk2@gmail.com
& Garden GET Lawn READY FOR YOUR FEBRUARY SERVICE BLAIR’S & DIRECTORY FENCING Fence Installers •Hedges Fencing Fencing
T R
Specializing in Specializing in
cedar panels, 25 Yrs Exp Cedar Products
farm & Services Quality Fences and fencing Installation chain link.
Gates • Arbours 14 yrs.•expereience. Sheds Repairs Free estimates. All Products Build to Suit
250-240-4615
Tony Albanese 250.951.6289 FAST, FRIENDLY, RELIABLE t-albanese@hotmail.com QUALITY WORK AT A FAIR PRICE.
YARD
Delivered to •Trimming almost 16,000•Shrub homes Removal •Sea Soil/Mulch
Call •Gutters Pauline Cleaned
•Leaf Raking •Haul Away •Odd Jobs
Call Don at
250-905-0012 250-752-2064 TODAY!
wolskidk2@gmail.com
MAINTENANCE
PR L LRENOVATING O visit us at: T&R More Information AFor & PAINTING INC. Fence Installers
Lawn Renovations & Garden
MAINTENANCE
Western Forest Products Inc. is seeking applications from individuals who would like to be considered for positions in one of three 7-week Fencing programs in 2014. Renovations This unique training opportunity is targeting individuals interested in a career in the logging industry.
Fencing
BLAIR’S FENCING Specializing in cedar panels, farm fencing & chain link.
GET READY FOR YOUR FEBRUARY SERVICE DIRECTORY Delivered to almost 16,000 homes Call Pauline
14 yrs. expereience. Free estimates.
250-240-4615
250-905-0012
FAST, FRIENDLY, RELIABLE QUALITY WORK AT A FAIR PRICE. CONTRACTORS
Your Best Source Your Best Source For Local Jobs! For Local Jobs!
• Additions • sun Rooms • BAthRooms • CommeRCiAl
TODAY!
• KitChens • deCKs/PAtios • WindoWs/dooRs • Custom millWoRK
FREE ESTIMATES
Construction - Remodeling 752-8403 Toll Free: 1-800-841-3766
24
A36 www.pqbnews.com A36 www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February February 6, 6, 2014, 2014 The Thursday, TheParksville ParksvilleQualicum QualicumBeach BeachNews News
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
APARTMENT/CONDOS
APARTMENT/CONDO
HOMES FOR RENT
SUITES, UPPER
CENTRAL QUALICUM BEACH- in quiet civilized building, bachelor suite in excellent condition. Balcony, fully equipped bathroom & kitchen, parking. $645/mo. Please call Bill (250)752-6997.
DOWNTOWN NANAIMO: 355 Stewart. Beautiful top floor, ocean view, 2bdrm, 2bath. 1100sq.ft.; vaulted ceilings, block to sea wall & Yacht Club. Complete reno, engineered maple flooring & tiles, granite countertops, new stainless appli’s, slate FP; 2 patios, and 2 underground prkg stalls. $249,900. (250)591-7572
VICTORIA 2 BDRM CONDO 1380 sq ft. Quiet 55+ bldg near Hillside Mall & Jubilee Hospital. No-step entry. $195,000. Call Claire 1-250858-6775.
FOR SALE BY OWNER
1478 SQ.FT. RANCHER. 6 yrs young. 3bdrm, 2.5bath. Dbl + attached garage, heat pump, 14x40 deck. Bowser/ Deep Bay area. 250-757-8757. 1800 sq ft Cottage Rancher on level, sunny 1/4 acre lot in Heart of Qualicum Beach. See www.cottagerancher.com for full details and contact info.
EMERALD ESTATES- 245 McVickers. Bright & sunny, spotless,2 bed/2 bath patio home in secure seniors independent living complex. Close to all amenities. Wkly hskpng incl’d and an optional evening dining program is available. Single occupancy $1250. Double $1300. Ph. (250) 248-2143
MOILLIET MANOR 2 bdrm, storage room in suite, on bus route, clean, quiet, secure. heat/hot water included. $875/mo N/S, N/P. Call 250 248-9322 PARKSVILLETOTALLY renovated 2 bdrm apts with assorted floor plans. Free storage & parking, quiet bldg, heat/hot water included. Quiet tenants need only apply! Refs req’d. Available Feb 1. $800. Call 250-248-3350.
NORTH NANAIMO- 107 Harpooner Place (off McGirr) 2100sq ft, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, ocean mtn views, cul-de-sac, close to schools, lrg fenced yrd, new kitchen & roof, beautiful deck, lot size 7600sqft. $389,000. (250)756-6125.
PARKSVILLE- Furnished sm cottage. Private, quiet area. NS/NP. Avail Feb 15 or Mar 1. $650 inclusive (250)248-4902
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES DOWNTOWN QUALICUM- 3 bdrms, 3 bath sxs Duplex. 5 appls, storage shed. NS/NP. Available Mar 1. $950./mo. Call (250)752-9821.
MOBILE HOMES & PADS AVAIL IMMEDIATELY. 2 Bdrm newer mobile, not in a park. Hilliers, mountain view. $800./mo. NS/NP. Call (250)752-3425.
FRENCH CREEK- 3 bdrm, 2 bath renovated. 5 appl’s, carport, landscaped, across from beach. $1600./mo. Avail. Feb. 1st. 1-(905)634-9144 or mikemacneil937@hotmail.com NANOOSE BAY-3 bedrooms. Call 250-230-4072 NORTH QUALICUM Village, 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath UP & Finished in-law-suite down with 1 bdrm. F/s, n/s,d/w, ref’s req’d. $1200. Call 250-954-0550 or 250-240-4644.
OUR PROPERTIES ARE 100% FULLY RENTED Your Rental Management Specialists for the Oceanside Area. If you have a property needing to be rented call our Licensed property professional Allison at 250-586-1100 or email us:
www.thekerrgroup.ca
#,!33)&)%$3Ă–7/2+Ă–(!2$
Ron Limer Managing Broker Val Lambert Property Manager
PARKSVILLE: 3 bdrm, 2 bath rancher by Wembley Mall, F/S, gas F/P, D/W, W/D, garage, NS/NP, ref’s. Avail. Feb. 15. $1150+ dep. (250)296-0178. SANDPIPER AREA: Family home, 4 bdrm, 3 full baths, 2 family rms, living room, bright kitchen, ample parking for RV. $1500./mo + util’s. Damage dep., ref’s req’d. Serious enquires only please. Avail. March 1st. 1(250)723-8510. WEST COAST STYLE South facing 3 bed/2bath house on scenic mountainview acreage. Errington. Pets ok. $1200/mo. N/S.Available immediately. Call 250)954-0018.
TRANSPORTATION AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
WINTER TIRES, 4 mounted. 205/70R-15 Champion 96T Ice Pro. $275. (250)758-7145
101-897 W. Island Hwy Parksville, B.C., V9P 2E9
AUTO FINANCING Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
OFFICE/RETAIL QUALICUM BEACH. Great private office space, Approx. 100 sq. ft. Ground floor, shared reception area. Avail. now. Call (250)240-4751 for more info & to view.
RECREATION
COTTAGES
WANTED TO RENT CONTRACTOR Relocating to area, between Ladysmith & Port Alberni. Will exchange renovation for tenancy. References. (250)240-8755.
250-248-1071 1-888-243-1071 propmgmt@remax-ďŹ rstbc.ca
QUALICUM BEACHFRONT 1 bdrm, furnished suite, bright. Available until May. NS/NP. $725 inclds utils/internet. Call 250-757-8682, 250-752-9252.
property@thekerrgroup.ca
PARKSVILLE: 3 bdrm remodeled home w/ legal in law/rental suite and 2.5 car garage w/separate driveway ideal for a home based business. Immaculate inside and out, great landscaping, garden shed & small studio. Priced to sell at $349,900. Call (250)954-0227.
View current rentals On our website: www.remax-ďŹ rst-bc.ca
SMALL DETACHED office is available, located in an Industrial Park. Ample parking & storage. $475. 250-716-6797.
HOMES FOR RENT
NANAIMO 3 HOUSES. Gorgeous Ocean & City views. Easy to buy. Reasonable Down! Owner will carry mortgage. 250-753-0160
RENT YOUR HOME! Owner & Tenant Management Services Nanoose to Bowser
QUALICUM- 1 bdrm apt w/ocean view, parking at the door. $700/mo inclds heat, lights, water. Available now. Call 250-752-3333.
PARKSVILLE: 2-BDRM duplex. Central location. 302 Meadowview Plc. NP/NS, Refs. Available now. $975./mo. 250-724-6082. LADYSMITH: OCEAN view updated home on 6.5 acres. 3bdrm up, unfinished basement. Zoned R1. 5111 Brenton Page Road. $429,000. (250)245-8950
EAGLECREST batchelor suite rancher. Separate entry $650/mo. plus hydro. Contact Richard 250-248-7777
RV RESORT ON THE LAKE
Spots available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly, monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking, fishing, Pickle Ball Court. Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area. www.resortonthelake.com 250-754-1975 or
continued from page a1
RV PADS
SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING EMERALD ESTATES- (Parksville). 55+ independent living, 1 bdrm spacious, bright condo. Patio, new carpet. Homemaker & laundry included. Meals optional. NS/NP. $1150./mo + utils. Call 250-248-9249.
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.
CARS 1988 CAMRY- excellent maintenance, records available, new tires and winter tires. Great gas mileage. Suitable for Student or great 2nd car. $2500. (250)586-4716.
SPORTS & IMPORTS 2011 SUBARU. Legacy Sedan. 35K. Silver. Navigation Package, Leather Seats. Back up camera. $22,500. 250-752-8462
TRUCKS & VANS 2006 DODGE Caravan, 7 passenger, 96,000 km, great shape. $6,900 obo. Located in Port Alberni. Call (250)7233393.
SUITES, LOWER ERRINGTON 1-YR-OLD unfurn. 950 sq.ft. private sunny Carriage House/Suite on 10 acres. 1 bdrm, quiet secluded bush setting, large deck, all appliances and garage incl. Hydro, Cable, Wi-Fi, Phone extra. NS/NP Available Now. Refs Req. $875/mo. Call: 250248-5381 FRENCH CREEK 1 bdrm, 1 bath. Avail Mar. 1. Nice neighbourhood, very clean, hydro, water & cable included. Laundry serv., avail. N/S, N/P. $825/mo. Call 250-927-1958 email chrisevans1@shaw.ca NORTH NANAIMO: 1bdrm private suite. New floors & paint. Shared laundry. Secure, covered parking. FREE cable. N/S, No Partiers. $800/mo. 250-756-9746. QUALICUM BEACH, Lower, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, W/D,F/P,D/W, Microwave. Private entry, ocean views,blocks from town. N/S. $1050. incl all utils. Call: 250-951-8488
ďŹ l here ROLL ENDS please AVAILABLE For sale at our front counter
SUITES, UPPER 3-BDRM SUITE centrally located in Parksville. 2 baths, F/S, W/D, front porch, patio, fireplace. $1300./mo inclds utils. Avail Feb. 15th. Call Eric at (250)248-5540.
Dunakin described how the ser“It’s good for the earth, it’s good vice works. A business, resident or for the goats and it’s good for the municipality rents a herd of goats communities where they go,� from the company, which shows up said Dunakin. “They are kind of with enough goats to to the job re- a no-brainer to green vegetation quired. The goats are enclosed in an management.� In response to a question from electric security fence and a “herder� is stationed near the goats, liv- Coun. Marc Lefebvre, Dunakin said variations in ing 24/7 in a trailthe size of land er until the job is It’s good for the earth, it’s completed. good for the goats and it’s that needs clearDunakin listgood for the communities ing, and the corresponding size ed all the weeds where they go of the goat herd the goats can take tAMMY dunAKin required to do the care of, and she job, make it diffialso said the plan cult to provide exworks best on terrain where traditional machines act prices for the service, as well cannot access easily. She said the as what the market would pay here goats will munch blackberries, ivy, compared to the U.S. In the Seattle Scotch Broom, knotweed, morn- area, Dunakin charges US $250/ ing glory, holly, nuisance trees and day for a 15-goat herd to clear a saplings, nettle, thistle, grasses, quarter acre, which she said usualhorsetail and more. She also said ly takes seven-10 days. For more information about the the goats’ digestive system sterilizes any seeds, reducing the risk of business, visit: www.goatsonthespreading weeds to other locations. hoof.com
Mercer Report, Bud ad were filmed near here
admin@resortonthelake.com
PARKSVILLE AREA- Spacious RV site in the woods. $440./mo. utils incld’d. Call (250)927-5623.
Goats eat broom
continued from page a1
#4-154 Middleton Avenue PARKSVILLE
INfilm says 25 productions were and Al Greir killed Powell-Davidfilmed here (basically from Dun- son’s motion Monday night. Mayor can to Port Hardy) in 2013, includ- Chris Burger and Coun. Peter Moring portions of Dawn of the Planet rison were in favour of the motion. of the Apes, a Budweiser commer“I would love to be sold on it but cial and television shows like The I’m not sold on it at this point,â€? said Mercer Report, Fish ‘n Canada and Neufeld. Hawg Quest. “I don’t see this as something In a letter to council asking for that’s demanding at this time,â€? said financial support, INfilm com- Greir. missioner Joan Miller said she has Briefly in other council news been promoting the city to poten- from Monday night’s meeting: tial producers. • Council approved a four-per“In good faith, cent increase in I want us to put some INfilm continues water rates, to be money in the pot and to include Parksput into effect for be a player ville in our market the March, 2014 cARRie PoWeLL-dAVidSon campaigns to the utility billing. film and media • Amendments industry,â€? Miller wrote. “Over the to the development cost charges years we have shot and loaded 128 bylaw was given second and third unique locations and 2,560 indi- reading (read more about this, and vidual images of your community. the water utility rate increase, in We have had success and continue upcoming editions of The NEWS. to scout and include Parksville in • Council defeated a motion our client packages.â€? (only Powell-Davidson was in faPowell-Davidson said INfilm vour) to support an increase in commissioner Joan Mercer should the number of nominators (12 get the support of Parksville tax- from two) one needs to become a payers. candidate in the next election. In “Now that the film industry is the same defeated motion was a extremely busy there’s going to be suggestion to implement a $100 big demand for locations all over refundable deposit for those who the place and I want Parksville to be want to run for municipal office. top of the line,â€? said Powell-David• Council adopted a memoranson. “I want us to put some money dum of understanding with Vanin the pot and be a player. She (Mill- couver Island University regarding er) has the reputation, she has the the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere connections, she has the contacts, Reserve. she is everywhere the film industry • Council approved a developis. And she has been representing ment permit and encroachment our area for years with no financial agreement for renovations and contribution (from the city).â€? the addition of a second story to ‘No’ votes by councillors Bill the Bodyworks Fitness building on Neufeld, Sue Powell, Marc Lefebvre Morrison Avenue.
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
Sports &Rec
www.pqbnews.com
www.pqbnews.com
A37
Do you have local sports news? contact: Tyson Taylor, Sports Reporter email: sports@pqbnews.com phone: 250-951-3809
VIJHL Hockey
Gens hope to end season with pride With three games left, some players are already looking to their next hockey move T yson Taylor sports@pqbnews.com
The Save-On-Foods Oceanside Generals are going to try and salvage whatever they can out of their remaining three games, starting this Saturday night at home against the Saanich Braves. Coming off back-to-back losses last weekend where the Generals gave up six goals in each game, the Gens will look to get back on track against the eighth and final team into the VIJHL playoffs, the Saanich Braves. “It would be nice to see us go out there and play with some pride, try and prove that we’re not just going to roll over and let these teams beat us that easy,” Carlos Grouchy said. “We just have to keep moving forward with it all and try to finish the season off on a high note.” The Generals goaltender Liam Giroux has been called up by the Alberni Valley Bulldogs of the BC Hockey League in place of their goaltender who suffered a broken collarbone recently. There’s a chance Giroux could return to the Generals this weekend but he could also stick with the Bulldogs, who are on a road trip to Prince George on Friday and then Merritt on Saturday. Saturday night could see the Generals short handed as they’ve lost four players for the remainder of the season and forward Mikey Markland will be suspended
Tyson TayLor PHoTo
Evgeuni Makarski works on positioning as Logan Savard snaps a shot on net during Generals practice.
for two more games thanks to a fight he had against Taylor Bowman of the Comox Valley Glacier Kings. The Gens lost
forwards Carl Provencher, Nate Fitzpatrick and Devin Warfield, as well as defenseman Connor McNary, all of which have
left the club to continue playing their season elsewhere. “There’s nothing really we can do about them leaving. It’s their choice and at the end of the day we’re still going to have to go out there on the ice and play no matter if they’re here or not,” said defenseman Liam Peel. “It’s not an ideal situation but at this point it’s not really going to do much for us either way.” With the end of the season in sight, some Generals are looking to improve and prepare for next season while others are trying to impress the teams they have affiliate player status with. “We’ll see how things go with these remaining games,” said Ryan White, a 19 year old from Port Alberni.” “It’s been a tough year overall but it’s been an experience for sure. We’ve gone through a few coaches so it’s been interesting for sure, being able to learn different things from each coach. I’d like to come back here again next season too so I’ll be doing what I can to show that I can play here again next year.” Puck drop is at 7:30 p.m. as the Generals host the Saanich Braves on Saturday night at Oceanside Place. The Gens will once again face Saanich the following Friday night, this time in Saanich. The Generals will then close out the season at home against the Campbell River Storm on Feb. 15, with the puck drop at 7:30.
oceansIde mInor basebaLL
Baseball season is just around the corner T yson Taylor
sports@pqbnews.com
It’s time to dust off the cleats and grab your glove; baseball season is just around the corner. Oceanside Minor Baseball Association registration is now open. Register before April 1 for an early bird discount. You can register at www. oceansidebaseball.ca by clicking the “Register” button. Visa, Mastercard and Paypal are accepted.
You can also register in person at Save-On-Foods, Wembley Mall on Feb. 16 and March 9, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. If your child is new to baseball, bring their birth certificate. Winter Baseball is also open this year to players in the mosquito (born 2003 & 2004) and peewee (2001 & 2002) divisions. Winter ball is comprised of in-door practice and mini-game
sessions at Qualicum Beach Middle School (QBMS) and Arbutus Meadows. Players should bring their own batting helmets, gloves, water and appropriate gymnasium footwear for QBMS. Rubber cleats are permitted at Arbutus Meadows. Space is limited and no drop-ins will be permitted. There are seven open spots for the pee wee winter ball, which
runs 6:30 to 8 p.m. starting Feb. 5 at QBMS. E-mail Angela Hinz at angela@oceansideminorbaseball.ca for more information. There will also be a coaching clinic for those interested with instructor and UBC Thunderbirds men’s baseball head coach Terry McKaig on April 8, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Kwalikum Secondary School. All tadpole and mosquito players and coaches, assistant
coaches and parent helpers are encouraged to attend. The clinic will focus on first time coaches. OMBA, sponsored by SaveOn-Foods, is also looking for a new bantam division coordinator for the 2014 season. The bantam coordinator organizes house teams and helps with scheduling and player evaluations. Contact Mike Parlow at mike@oceansidebaseball.ca for information.
FLOORING BLITZ BLITZ FLOORING
FLOORING BLITZ HELD OVER SAVE UNTIL FEB.12TH Dealer address 2014 and imprint area
UP TO
%
Earn AIR MILES Reward Miles on your purchases!
Financing options available! See store for details.
Dealer address and imprint area
#4-287 Martindale Road, Parksville • 250-248-4664 www.parksvillefloors.com
www.unitedfloors.ca
A38
www.pqbnews.com
NEXT HOME GAME
Featured in today's flyer 7 ¼” Circular Saw Blade
Oceanside Generals SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8
• 40 tooth • Carbide tipped • Anti-kickback
Puck Drop - 7:30pm Oceanside Place
Limited 5 per customer
Proudly sponsored by
Dan Jack $
#7664162
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
250-954-7111
2.97
W HITECAP Parksville Oceanside
Norman Bruce’s
Travel Slide Shows Cuba, Greek Islands, Northern Italy, Iceland, India-South & North, bring Hungary/Poland/Czech Republic, African Safari/Kenya, Laos/ Please a donation for the food Vietnam/Cambodia, Peru/Ecuador/Galapagos & more… bank! Sidney
Wednesday, Feb. 12, from 1:00 - 3:00pm Star Cinema, 9842 3rd Street (come & enjoy the new comfy seats!)
FREE! No need to register 1-800-939-9920 BC reg # 3379 • Victoria, BC
Victoria
Thursday, Feb. 13, from 7:00 - 9:00pm Comfort Hotel, 3020 Blanshard Street
Parksville
Friday, February 14, from 1:00 - 3:00pm Quality Resort Bayside, 240 Dogwood St
www.royalheights.com
Podium of life
Freestyle in Ontario
Mt. Washington skiers compete in Canadian series Teal Harle, Grade 11 at Podium of Life Snow Sports Academy, and Todd Heard, Grade 9 in Duncan, travelled to Ontario to compete in the Canadian open series in half pipe and slope style. Both of these events will be in the Olypmics this year. The event was open to all ages, with a few semi-professionals competing. The first day, skiers performed in the half pipe where Harle qualified for the finals, but Heard did not. After the judges submitted their scores, Harle ended up in fifth position. The second day was the slope style event, where skiers ride rails and hit jumps, spinning and flipping and grabbing. Harle did not throw down a clean run and did not
T yson Taylor
join us for a fun upcoming event
–
Be part of Origin at Longwood’s Swing into Motion month at our –
Argentine Line Dance
Join us in a demonstration and group participation of an Argentine Line Dance. Taught by Caroline Beecraft, this dance is senior-friendly and will get the blood flowing, all while having a blast and learning something new!
Thursday, February 13, 2014 | 2:00 pm For more information or to R.S.V.P., please contact Melanie Johnson at 250-751-7755
BRING THIS AD IN TO BE ENTERED FOR OUR MONTHLY DRAW OF A TABLET*
progress. But Heard finished nineth. “I was quite happy with my half pipe run because I did not get much of a chance to train it,” Garle said. “I did not stomp my slope style run this time, which was a let down.
Qualicum Legion 76 Flyers scored a rare 20-13 home win over the Legion 49 Arrows, as Peter Spinks and Joe Frykberg were both good on four out of five starts. Jack Wakefield and Garth Hardy both added three wins from their five games for the home side. Angie Kienas won five out of six games and Anita Hopps won three out of six for the visitors. Legion 49 Bristle Bashers also won at home by a score of 20-13 over the Straight Arrows. Tedd Ducker won five of six starts and Don Enockson added four wins from six games for the home side. Pat McIlhargey won four of five games and Louie Schaaf was
good on three out of five for the visitors. The scheduled games between Oceanside Eagles and Eagle Shooters were post
Wins
Losses
%
383
211
64.5
Cutting Edge Dragons
347
214
61.9
Oceanside Eagles
335
226
59.7
Straight Arrows
315
279
53.0
Short Sighted Crew
295
266
52.6
Legion 49 Arrows
255
339
42.9
Eagle Shooters
207
354
36.9
Legion 76 Flyers
165
429
27.8
Legion 49 Bristle Bashers
...at the Community Watershed Monitoring Network results session! This session about our local streams will include: 2013 water quality monitoring results 4:00—4:45 PM Three year trends observed by this program 4:45—5:30 PM Volunteer thank‐you ceremony 5:30—5:45 PM An open house to meet and interact with environmental stewardship groups in your community! 5:45—7:00 PM
Thursday, February 13th, 2014 Parksville Community Conference Centre 132 Jensen Ave. East If you have any ques�ons or would like to learn more, please contact the RDN Drinking Water & Watershed Protec�on program or visit:
www.DWWP.ca
6205 Oliver Rd.( at Uplands)
PQ-F2014
250-751-7755 www.originlongwood.ca
poned, as was the match between the Short Sighted Crew and the Cutting Edge Dragons. These games will be played at a later date.
Everyone is welcome
*Limited time offer. Must be presented to Longwood Leasing Team. Limit one per person. No cash value. E. & O. E.
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE COMMUNITY
But there will be other competitions.” These placings were pretty good for such a big event. Both boys fly to Prince George this week to compete in the B.C. Timber Tours. — Submitted by Podium of Life
League play darts results sports@pqbnews.com
Central Vancouver Island’s Premier Active Lifestyle Community
Photo submitted by Podium of life
Teal Harle freestyle skier.
Nanaimo Area: 250‐390‐6560 Parksville/Qualicum Beach Area: 250‐954‐3792 Toll Free in BC: 1‐877‐607‐4111 Email: watersmart@rdn.bc.ca
Join us at any �me throughout the evening.
Refreshments will be provided.
The Parksville Qualicum Beach News Thursday, February 6, 2014
www.pqbnews.com
A39
Mt. Washington
Island racers dominate Apex Mid-Isle ski racers win two gold and two silver at Enquist Cup
NATURAL & CHINESE MEDICINE
Mount Washington Ski Club racers travelled to Apex Mountain near Penticton last weekend to take part in the Enquist Cup Slalom Races. These races are normally hosted at Mount Seymour but were re-located due to the lack of coastal snow. This meant that the level of competition was elevated with the addition of racers from the strong Okanagan region. The Mt. Washington team was composed of Campbell River athletes Cole Anderson and Maja Nymann, Kole Harle and Calvin Cotton from Mount Washington, and Liam Gilchrist of Nanaimo. Nymann, who won a gold medal in Whistler a few weeks ago, continued her podium visits. On the first day she accepted a silver medal and on the second day she took gold. The combined results from the two days meant she also won the coveted Enquist Presidents Cup. These are pretty remarkable results from this Grade 10 Podium of Life student. She has been in the top two positions in almost all of the races this year. Coincidentally, Nymann was the first Island athlete to win this trophy since 2007 when it was won by Krystal Francisty of Duncan who has been one of Nymann’s coaches over the past 4-5 years. On the boys’ side, Anderson earned
Osteo-Arthritic Joints, Shoulders, Back, Hips & Knees, Digestive, Respiratory, Circulation, Post Knee/Hip Replacement, Inflammation/ Pain Fatigue & Immune, Facial Rejuvenation, Stroke, Paralysis, Spinal Stenosis, Depression, Anxiety & Insomnia.
20 years of experience successfully treating:
1842 B Comox Ave, Comox toll free: 250-738-0082 www.EvolveWithDesera.com
STANFORD PLACE CARE CAMPUS Licensed Complex Care & Assisted Living
24 Hour Nursing Care Assisted Living Respite Photo subMitted by PodiuM of Life
Liam Gilchrist, Kole Harle and Cole Cotton did well in Penticton.
gold the first day in the under 18 category and was also the third fastest male skier of the day. Unfortunately, Anderson did not finish the course the second day which is common in slalom where the athletes have to play the fine line between taking risks and controlling speed. Kole Harle was also unable to finish the first day after breaking a ski pole but rallied on day two to come home with a silver medal. Calvin Cotton, a first year racer in
the under 16 category, had consistent finishes placing 19th and 21st. Liam Gilchrist of Nanaimo finished 17th on the second day of competition after not finishing the day before. The team will stay and train at Apex for a few days before returning to Mount Washington where four of the five attend Podium of Life Ski Academy. Although the mountain is not open for skiing, they will spend their time training at the Vancouver Island Mountain Centre and the nordic centre.
• Beautiful Grounds • Large Bright Rooms • Daily Activities • Entertainment • Hair Salon • Art Studio & More
FOR INFORMATION OR TO BOOK A TOUR CALL:
250.951.0811 www.stanfordplace.ca Residential Care the Family Way
250 Craig Street, Parksville
Discover Plenty to Do at Amica What’s your pleasure? A calendar full of entertainment, cultural and local activities for you to choose from is just one of the many pleasures of living at our all-inclusive rental retirement communities. Our full time Wellness & Vitality™ Coordinators are much like cruise ship directors, planning and arranging activities that appeal to a wide variety of tastes. Yet if heading out to your favourite shopping spot or visiting friends is in your plans, you can do that too! It’s always your choice.
Amica at Beechwood Village A Wellness & Vitality™ Residence 2315 Mills Road Sidney, BC V8L 5W6 250.655.0849
Amica at Douglas House A Wellness & Vitality™ Residence 50 Douglas Street Victoria, BC V8V 2N8 250.383.6258
Amica at Somerset House A Wellness & Vitality™ Residence 540 Dallas Road Victoria, BC V8V 4X9 250.380.9121
• Independent Rental Retirement Living • All Inclusive • Full Service Fine Dining • Wellness & Vitality™ Programs Canadian Owned
and Operated • www.amica.ca
114-0069
Join us for an upcoming event or participate in one of our Wellness activities! Call for more information.
A40
www.pqbnews.com
Thursday, February 6, 2014 The Parksville Qualicum Beach News
FEEL THE LOVE FROM HARRIS OCEANSIDE NEW 2013 CLEAROUT
2013 CHEVY SPARK ✓ Auto ✓ A/C
2013 CHEVY EQUINOX AWD 2013 GMC SIERRA 2500 ✓ Auto HD 4x4 ✓ A/C ✓ Auto ✓ A/C ✓ Diesel ✓ Leather ✓ OnStar
✓ Bluetooth ✓ Rear Camera ✓ Chrome Wheels
Stk# 13049
ONLY
14,900
$
Stk# 13104
ONLY
28,625
Stk# 13101
$
ONLY
54,750
$
USED VEHICLE SPECIALS
2012 BUICK VERANO
2013 CHEVY CRUZE LTZ TURBO
2011 BUICK ENCLAVE AWD
✓ 6 Speed ✓ Auto ✓ A/C ✓ Climate Control
✓ 6-speed Auto ✓ Climate Control ✓ ABS Brakes ✓ Alloy Wheels ✓ Navigation
✓ AWD ✓ 1 Owner ✓ 2nd Row Captain Chairs
Stk# 13218A
Stk# 1466
Stk# 1442
ONLY
19,500
$
ONLY
24,995
$
ONLY
2013 DODGE RAM 2500 SLT 2013 GMC SIERRA 1500 DIESEL 4x4 EXTENDED WT ✓ A/C ✓ Auto ✓ Cruise Control ✓ ABS Brakes ✓ Electric Mirrors ✓ MP3 Player
✓ A/C ✓ Cruise Control ✓ ABS Brakes ✓ Split Rear Seats
Stk# 1478
Stk# 1465
ONLY
44,950
$
2012 GMC SIERRA 4x4 ✓ A/C ✓ Power Group ✓ Bluetooth ✓ OnStar ✓ Navigation Stk# 13029A
ONLY
32,900
$
ONLY
2012 GMC YUKON 4x4 ✓ Auto ✓ 6 Speed ✓ Power Group ✓ Cruise Control ✓ Roof Rack Stk# 1481
19,995
$
ONLY
2011 GMC SIERRA 1500 4X4 CREW CAB SLT ✓ A/C
33,900
$
48,900
$
2002 CHEVY SILVERADO DIESEL 4x4
✓ Fully Equipped ✓ Cruise Control ✓ ABS Brakes ✓ Alloy Wheels
✓ Power & Tilt Steering ✓ A/C ✓ ABS Brakes ✓ Local ✓ One Owner
Stk# 13442A
Stk# 13149A
ONLY
35,995
$
ONLY
18,900
$
All prices do not include fees or admin charge of $399.
2013 &2014
DEALER OF THE YEAR FOR BC
AUTOMOTIVE BUSINESS 2014 OF THE YEAR Business Examiner for Vancouver Island
PARKSVILLE CHAMBER of COMMERCE 2012 OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD
Richard Stewart
1-800-723-5714
512 EAST ISLAND HWY, PARKSVILLE, BC V9P 2G7
HarrisOceansideGM.com
Making a great deal better... every day!