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A 1912 Port Alberni trophy has been discovered at a garage sale, but no one knows what it’s for.

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Alex Spencer, left, and Bill Andrews have a mystery on their hands: a 1912 Port Alberni challenge trophy that was discovered at a garage sale in Keremeos, B.C. earlier this year.

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MLA pressures gov’t on Hwy 4

Alberni-Pacific Rim MLA Scott Fraser put pressure on Minister of Transportation Todd Stone during a session the legislature last week for alternate access to Port Alberni than Highway 4.

Fraser said with major initiatives in the works for the deep-sea port, a second access to the Alberni Valley has become even more critical.

Stone said he “shares the member’s excitement for the potential that exists with that port”, and added that Alberni Valley community groups should “stay tuned” for details relating to the upcoming Vancouver Island transportation strategy.

The Island transportation plan will be part of the BC Liberal government’s 10-year transportation vision, Stone added.

Chowder garners more awards

Starboard Grill owner and chef Brad DeClercq continues to collect awards for his candied salmon chowder.

DeClercq won both the people’s choice and judges’ choice awards at the Pacific Rim Chowder Chow Down in Ucluelet during the Pacific Rim Whale Fest in March.

Snowbirds head west for spring

The Snowbirds aerial demonstration team and the CF-18 air demonstration squadrons will return to 19 Wing Comox for their annual spring training on Thursday, April 17 and fly until May 7. The CF-18 will arrive in Comox on April 24.

Both teams will practice twice a day, varying in times and location depending on location and weather. The CF-18 will not fly on Sundays, according to a 19 Wing press release.

The demos will be visible from around 19 Wing Comox.

No information was given on a public show, as the teams have provided in the past.

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Aaron Colyn of Twin City Brewing hopes to turn his home-brewing hobby into a small craft brewery in Port Alberni.

City buzzed over craft brewerySUSAN QUINN

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Port Alberni resident Aaron Colyn is hoping to turn his hobby of making home-brewed beer into a successful small craft brewery. And he has med school to thank for it.

Colyn was enrolled in Vancouver Island University, on track to attend medical school when he took a course on the microbiology of fermentation. And what better examples of fermentation but beer and wine?

“It was basically a class on how beer is made,” says Colyn. When the class was finished he set up his own home-brewing system, and that set the course for his future.

“Instead of going to med school I ended up buying a whole bunch of home brewing equipment.”

Now he’s getting serious about craft beer. Last Friday Colyn put up a Facebook site for Twin City Brewing, and within hours had almost 500 likes. By the end of the first day of his crowdfunding campaign, which started Monday, Colyn had already raised 11 per cent of his total.

“I had no idea the response would be so immediate,” he said.

“We chose to launch

the Facebook page before starting the fundraising campaign to generate some buzz and I think it’s been met with a lot of intrigue.”

He has 60 days in which to raise $6,800 to cover the costs of a small-scale, all-grain brewing system. It is the first step in his business plan of opening a craft brewery in Port Alberni.

Colyn graduated from VIU in 2012 and has been working steadily in Nanaimo. He plans to keep his full-time job while starting his brewery

project, for now. “I would love to go into (brewing) full time; anything close to brewing to learn more about it,” he said.

Colyn frequented the Longwood Brew Pub in Nanaimo, where brewmasters were only too happy to explain the finer points of craft brewing.

Colyn has already created several of his own recipes, including Hop Mess IPA featured in his promotional video.

Others include a blond, an IPA, Belgian witbier, dunkelweizen and pumpkin spice.

He makes his experimental brews five gallons at a time.

The all-grain brewing system he would like to purchase with his crowdfunding monies is a 62-litre electric brewing system.

Continued / A7

TWIN CITY: | Alberni man crowdfunds for small-scale brewery.

Sauve, Dhaliwal campaign for council

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The municipal election isn’t until November, but a pair of Alberni Valley citizens are already campaigning for spots on Port Alberni city council.

Denis Sauve and Seva Dhaliwal have organized their campaigns, established social media sites and continue to attend council meetings to keep apprised of local issues.

Sauve retired from the Port Alberni RCMP on Jan. 18, after nearly three decades of serving various com-munities. He declined his final move with the RCMP, deciding he wants to stay in Port Alberni.

Now he wants to serve his community with a seat on city council.

“This has been in the works since I arrived in Port Alberni 10 years ago,” Sauve said. “It’s always been a wish. I’ve worked general duty policing, VIP, UN duties; I’ve done everything I wished to do by serving my community or serving my country.”

Sauve will focus on financial issues and seniors’ care among other issues for his platform.

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‘We chose to launch the Facebook page before starting the fundraising

campaign to generate some buzzand I think it’s been met with a lot of intrigue.’

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Mystery remains over sporting trophy

Bill Andrews, left, and Ken McRae display the challenge cup upon Andrews’ return from Penticton. Both competed with the Alberni Athletics in their youth.

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A silver trophy denoting a bygone era

in the Alberni Valley has been rescued from a garage sale in Keremeos and repatriated back to Port Alberni.

Alberni Athletic Association president Larry Spencer gave a glimpse of the trophy on Tuesday.

The trophy stands approximately one foot high. Scrawled in ornate letters are the words “Challenge Trophy. The gift of the Alberni Land Company to the Port Alberni Athletic Association. July 1912”.

“It’s a good feeling knowing that we were able to return a bit of the Valley’s history back here,” Spencer said. “And it’s 100 years old and in mint condition.”

The mystery of the trophy began on Valentine’s Day this year. Spencer was on vacation when he received an e-mail from Port Alberni City Manager Ken Watson about the matter.

“He said that someone had been in touch with the mayor about it, saying that they bought this trophy at a garage sale in Keremeos,” Spencer said. “It was on the verge of being sold and melted down.”

When Spencer returned to Port Alberni he raised the matter at the annual

general meeting of the Alberni Athletic Association. “No one knew that it existed or even knew what it was,” he said. “We all thought it was important though so we gave the go-ahead to try and get it.”

Spencer contacted an intermediary for the seller and told him the association was willing to pay the $850 price tag and bring the trophy back to Port Alberni. “Then they upped the price by $500,” he said. An anonymous donor helped the society buy the trophy.

Athletic association member Bill Andrews volunteered to drive to Penticton to repatriate the piece of history from a precious metal dealer.

“I thought about it all the way up there and it was quite something when I first saw it and read the inscription,” Andrews, 75, said. “Every once in awhile on the way back I’d take it out of

the box then just look at it in wonder.”

The cup is back in Port Alberni physically, but little is known about it. “I showed it around to some old timers in town and they don’t even know much about it,” Spencer said. “A lot of them weren’t even around yet when the cup was made (1912).”

Few clues about the trophy’s provenance can be found on the cup itself. The cup was a “challenge trophy” gifted to the Port Alberni Athletic Association by the Alberni Land Company in July 1912.

Alex Spencer, 80, doesn’t remember the cup itself and never saw it while growing up in Port Alberni.

But he does remember the association and the era it came from.

“It comes from the time when Port Alberni used to be two different towns,” Alex Spencer said. “The

Port Alberni Athletic Association was the association for the guys over in Port Alberni. The Alberni Athletic Association was for the Alberni guys.”

There used to be a clear social distinction between people from the two towns, Andrews said. “The dividing line was Roger Creek. It was like a demilitarized zone,” he said. “I’m kidding. There was a rivalry but it was a friendly one.”

The Port Alberni Athletic Association used to be located at what is now the city hall property on Argyle Street, Alex Spencer said. The trophy likely had to do with competitions between the two associations in basketball, soccer or badminton.

“We had the Athletics and they had their own team—the Port Alberni Cubs,” Alex Spencer said. “We had a rivalry with the Cubs and used to beat them, pretty regularly too.”

The Port Alberni Athletic Association Hall burned down sometime in the late 1930s or 1940s. It was never rebuilt, and its members and joined the Alberni Athletic Association, Alex Spencer said.

The Alberni Valley Museum wanted to acquiring the piece but couldn’t because it has no acquisition budget, director Jamie Morton said.

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While some information is known about the Alberni Land Company trophy, little is known about the Challenge it was awarded for.


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From / A3“Many breweries use

a similar small-scale system to test recipes and new styles of beer before ramping up to a full-size batch. We want to start with a top-notch small-scale system and show the people of Port Alberni that we have what it takes to bring high quality, hand-crafted ales and lagers to the Valley.”

Once he puts the

new system in place he can start perfecting recipes, but he will be a long way from opening a craft brewery. And he won’t be allowed to sell or distribute the small batches of brew.

The licensing process for alcohol manufacturing is onerous. Colyn is still working on his business plan and looking into location, zoning and licensing

requirements. “There are a lot of steps involved,” he said.

Meanwhile, his online fundraising campaign can be found on the online crowdfunding website IndieGOGO.com.

“The focus of our campaign on social media and through the fundraising process is to identify the public’s interest, while keeping them involved every step

along the way,” says Colyn.

The online campaign makes use of “perks” to thank contributors for supporting the initiative, including things like T-shirts, coasters and a bottle opener key-chain in the shape of Vancouver Island. To learn more about the Twin City Brewing initiative visit twincitybrewing.ca.

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No surplus? No problem

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A new Ministry of Education capital project funding guideline isn’t expected to have an immediate impact in School District 70.

According to the MOE, school districts will be required to ante up 50 per cent of the cost of future capital projects and seismic upgrades, and will be expected to do so out of their cash surplus funds.

The policy change stems from a 2010, Auditor General report which noted that there is too much cash in public sector agencies like school districts than is needed for operational purposes.

In the subsequent 2014 provincial

budget, the Ministry of Finance launched the ‘Cash Management Strategy’ which requires school districts to help underwrite the cost of capital projects. The plan won’t affect school operating grants.

“It will save taxpayer money by reducing government borrowing for capital projects,” a MOE spokesperson said.

Funds already earmarked by school districts for other projects won’t be affected. And provincial funding for capital projects in districts without significant cash surpluses will remain unchanged, the spokesperson added.

The ministry will evaluate future capital projects on a case-by-case basis with school districts, the spokesperson said.

The policy won’t have an immediate effect

in School District 70, superintendent Cam Pinkerton said, because the district doesn’t have a cash surplus.

The district only has one capital project, the Ucluelet Elementary and Secondary schools replacement. But it was already on the books and therefore won’t be affected, Pinkerton said.

“We have a letter about this from the ministry and they’ve indicated that they’re only looking at school districts that have surpluses,” he said.

School districts dipping into surplus funds to ante up for capital and seismic work raises broad fundamental questions, said Teresa Rezansoff, president of the BC School Trustees Association.

The first question involves how the ministry is treating the term “surplus”.

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Rezansoff, districts incur surpluses for various reasons. They may have received funds at the end of the year prior to closing their books and before earmarking the funds. They could be saving for future projects. Or they could be trying to pay unfunded liabilities that arise, she said.

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The new policy undermines school boards by hindering their budget management and long-term planning processes.

“To have local governments now come in and question local spending decisions is very troublesome,” she said. “It feels like an interference with our role as elected decision makers.”[email protected]

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Sherri Cook presents Alberni Athletic Hall president Larry Spencer with a donation of $2,885 the family raised for the elevator project.

Family donates to hall

Three generations of the Cook family have competed in various sports at the Alberni Athletic Hall. Now they have given back to the hall that has rewarded them with so many memories.

The family raised $2,885 for the elevator fund through a raffle.

Sherri Cook said attending a potlatch at the hall demonstrated to her how important the elevator will be to future events. “None of the elders could go up higher; they were stuck on the floor.”

The new elevator will officially open on Monday.

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Port Alberni city council got a formal introduction to the Valley’s newest pediatrician.

West Coast General Hospital site administrator Ellen Brown introduced Doctor Kofi Affram to mayor and council at their March 24 meeting.

The married father of three joins Dr. Chris McCollister and Dr. Rhiannon Hughes in the hospital’s pediatric department.

“This is still all very new to me. This is very special. I’ve never had this before,” said Affram

after being presented with a gift from councillors.

Affram worked as a doctor in London, England, as well as in Ghana prior to coming to Port Alberni.

A friend of local doctor Kennedy Fadey, Affram was familiar with Port Alberni before he arrived.

He’d expressed an interest in moving to Canada and had incentive to work in Port Alberni, Brown said.

“We’re happy that he wanted to work in Canada. We were lucky to get him and are happy to have him,” Brown [email protected]

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Homeschooled students Allison Otis, above from left, Tasha Dol, Isaac Wynans, Dominic Wynans, Riley Dol and Baeden Dol relax on the play equipment at Blair Park after spending half an hour taking photos for their very first ‘assignment’ for the Alberni Valley News, Friday afternoon.

Counter-clockwise from left: Dominic captures a basketball hoop from below; Allison, who takes piano, captures her fingers on the toy keyboard; and Isaac has fun with his reflection in a puddle.


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during the public periods of council meetings, especially when councillors voted in their own raises.

“I wasn’t for it,” he said. “Our taxes at that time were hovering at five per cent...it’s not that they’re not deserving; the fact is it wasn’t the right time. A lot of us are facing cutbacks.”

Sauve said council is in need of some innovation if the city is to progress. “We came back the last election that we wanted something new and we wanted to get rid of the old-school politics. Was it right? It doesn’t really matter. We do need experience on council; but we need fresh ideas.”

This is Dhaliwal’s second time running for city council; she also ran in 2011 but failed to gain a seat.

Jobs and agriculture are two important things that Dhaliwal is campaigning for in 2014. On her Facebook site, she advocates attracting different post-secondary education opportunities for Port Alberni, such as a satellite campus for the B.C. Institute of Technology (BCIT) here in Port Alberni. She is in favour of the port authority’s proposed trans-

shipment hub and LNG export facility, as she feels these projects would create jobs in the region.

The Alberni Valley is a fertile agricultural region, and ag-based endeavours should be supported, she said. Dhaliwal would like to see a cannery built here, and said the area would be ideal to grow mustard plants.

The municipal election is slated for Nov. 15.

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Hupacasath files FIPPA appealWAWMEESHG. HAMLTON

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The Hupacasath First Nation is headed

back to court to try and keep the federal government from ratifying the Canada-China Foreign Investment Promotion Protection Act (FIPPA).

Tribal officials filed an appeal with the Federal Court of Appeals and expected the Crown to file by March 17.

“This is an incredibly important case for First Nations. FIPPA could have serious impacts on our rights, title and resources,” Hupacasath spokesperson Brenda Sayers said.

The tribe is appealing for two reasons, Sayers said. One, that Chief Justice Paul S. Crampton didn’t fully comprehend the impact FIPPA would have on the Hupacasath’s right to self-government. And

two, that the court set the bar too high when setting the legal test that would determine when the duty to consult with First Nations is triggered.

The definition of resource extraction is very different under Canadian domestic and international laws. “No court has ever ruled on when and how the Canadian government

is required to consult with First Nations on international treaties,” Sayers said.

The Canada-China investor protection deal was finalized in September 2012. It protects and promotes Canadian

investment abroad through legally binding provisions.

The agreement contains sections that interfere with governments’ policies around the environment and resource extraction,

something that greatly troubles Sayers.

In Hupacasath territory, the fallout could arise if the tribe didn’t want resources extracted from a sacred tribal site.

If China had an interest in a logging company that wanted to log a tribal sacred site the tribe would oppose it. Under terms of the agreement China could then sue Canadafor loss of revenue.

The case puts Canada and foreign companies on notice that First Nations rights and title better be respected, Hupacasath Chief Councillor Steven Tatoosh said.

“We don’t want Chinese companies having more rights than individual Hupacasath citizens in our own territory,” he [email protected]



Brenda Sayers and Hupacasath First Nation Chief Councillor Steven Tatoosh are appealing a FIPPA court decision.


Boom timeA waterfront worker prepares a log boom at the Port Alberni Port Authority’s wharf as the log ship Global Striker takes on a load of raw lumber at the end of March.

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V ICTORIA – Have you got one of the new B.C. driver’s

licences yet?By now most drivers

have the one with the unsmiling black and white mug shot, to conform to passport standards so it could be used for border identification with the magnetic swipe strip on the back.

About one million of us now have the newest version, with a credit-card style digital chip that proves your residence and eligibility for our famously “free” medical care.

The motor vehicle office started issuing them about a year ago, as five-year licences expire. They replace the old “CareCard” that has no expiry date. Over the years there were more than nine million CareCards issued, twice the population of B.C., as people held onto their access to our defenseless,

overworked medical system from wherever they moved to.

Positive identification is only the start for this card. Each will be assigned a password that gives access to online medical records, so when patients show up at an ER, their eligibility is confirmed and any previous conditions or medications are accurately matched. (Note that medical information is not stored on the card, just an access code that goes with the password.)

Patients will be able to call up their own files at home, book medical appointments and even renew prescriptions, which is where the efficiency comes in. In-person visits for routine prescription renewals are a cash cow for today’s doctors, generating guaranteed billings but often little or no health benefit.

Most people will

still think of it as a driver’s licence, but it’s intended as an all-purpose government ID. If you don’t drive, you are spared the $75 licence renewal fee, and within a couple of years the cards will start providing online access to a wide range of government services.

Andrew Wilkinson, minister of technology, innovation and citizens’ services, says a public consultation has shown most people are comfortable using a system they

already trust for their banking.

By the end of 2015, Wilkinson says about two million people will have the new cards, roughly half of B.C.’s population. Application forms converted to online access will include student loans, birth, death and marriage certificates, voter registration and even criminal record checks.

All this will be costly to set up, but the savings from having customers do their own data entry are well known, as any banker or supermarket owner can tell you.

“You can understand that if you’re in the vital statistics office and this can all be done from places like Telegraph Creek and Horsefly remotely, that actually saves them a lot of money,” Wilkinson said. “There will be conversion of existing services where you have to go into an office and wait around and fill out forms. Those will be converted to online services.”

It also means a decline in the number of government office jobs, and the potential for further outsourcing of services, as we have seen with Medical Services Plan administration and the back-office functions of BC Hydro.

Some older readers won’t be thrilled to hear about this. They don’t want a “smart phone,” just a phone.

Continued / A11

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EDITORIAL

ICF’s future looks bleak

We believe many, if not all, members of the Island Corridor Foundation’s board of directors have genuine, positive intentions when it comes to re-starting rail service on Vancouver Island.

Which is why the contrived, back-patting, no-news conference they staged Wednesday in Nanaimo is troubling.

Who, exactly, did they think they were going to fool? Why, exactly, would they stage such an event with no real progress to report?

Earlier this week in Nanaimo, Parksville Coun. Marc Lefebvre introduced a motion to the Regional District of Nanaimo’s board of directors expressing non-

confidence in the ICF and calling for a task force to re-examine how, or if, rail could be re-started on Vancouver Island.

This is not a good development for the ICF and its CEO Graham Bruce. Regional district funding (about $900,000) is contingent upon a return of passenger rail service to where it was before it was shut down due to safety reasons.

Wednesday’s no-news conference shed absolutely zero light on that contingency. So, if it was the ICF’s or Bruce’s plan to save that funding through the announcement of a supposed “tentative agreement” neither party (Southern Railway and VIA) would confirm, they failed.

We believe a functioning railway to move freight and passengers would be a boost to Vancouver Island’s tourism potential and economy. Some may see it as a romantic, foolish notion, but we see it as an important cog in the Island’s future economy.

It would be more reassuring if we felt the ICF had a handle on these matters and wasn’t trying to play political games.

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Letters should be no longer than 300 words and will be edited. Include your address and phone number (although those won’t be published) and a first name or two initials. We won’t publish anonymous letters, or letters to third parties.We regret that, due to the volume of letters we receive, not all will be printed.

Mailbag: It’s all about common sense

Money Sense makes sense

To the Editor,The Money Sense

rankings which place Port Alberni as a very poor place in which to live are essentially correct and focus on our high unemployment, high crime rate, and low household income.

Yet our “leaders” specialize in reality avoidance. One comment, for example, is that the new high school is “one of the best” in Canada despite the facts that it’s ugly, too small, and that some of its facilities are inadequate. The writer then goes on to refer to our “modern, full-facility hospital” which isn’t full facility and is too small. Where’s the advocacy to increase the acute-care beds to 60 at WCGH? Certainly not from the chamber of commerce, which limps on in an aging community that has at least 50 vacant stores south of Dunbar Street.

As regards the idiocy of an LNG plant here, the facts are that both Prince Rupert and Kitimat are two shipping days closer to Asia and that the costs of building new pipelines from

northeast B.C. to here are prohibitive.

There’s an outside chance that the trans-shipment hub down the inlet may become a reality.

As regards Canal Beach, why spend almost $500,000 to put a walkway on the pilings there? There’s no view and no real purpose.

A pile driving company will remove the pilings for free.

Money would be better spent on acquiring the Esso property beside Harbour Quay, which has a lovely little beach from which you can swim and an area which could be grassed over.

The facts are that we’ve lost about 6,000 high-paying jobs in the forest industry alone (now just over 300 employed at the paper mill which once had 1,500, for example), and there will be no economic renaissance here.

The good old days are gone.

Yet city council has raised our taxes by more than 50 per cent in the last five years (compounding included) and handed out absurd pay increases in a severely depressed economy.

Richard Berg,Port Alberni

Worst place to live? Nonsense

To the Editor,In radio’s Golden

Age, Art Linkletter’s show : “Kids Say The Darndest Things” was a favourite world-wide; apparently some of those cute motor-mouthed kids grew up to be editors.

Imagine, I scribbled a humorous parody lampooning our prime minister’s attempts to play Beatles songs, only for an editor to reject it for having “too many references to hate”. If that was not the darndest and most incredulous thing heard in a long time, then it would be bettered by “MoneySense”.

That magazine’s editor inconceivably ranked Port Alberni as 201st in a list of the 201 most liveable municipalities in Canada. Obviously he/she had never had the pleasure of a visit to West Coast General Hospital, as I did recently.

I was concerned about having a delicate procedure in an unmentionable cavity in my nether region. However, several marvellous people took care of me at the ultra-modern full-service facility.

I’m so grateful for the expertise of surgeon Dr. Vijayanayagam coupled with the kindness of operating room nurse Rita, all under the friendly and watchful eye of anesthesiologist Dr. Rozwadowski; then into the recovery room for constant care from nurses Sue, Cindy, and the Jolly Welsh Giant Daniel.

Residents of Port Alberni must lift their heads high to have such a wonderful hospital with such magnificent people in their community, and Parksvillians must be very grateful it is only a short drive away.

The errant editor who oversaw that darndest and most incredulous survey should rename the magazine “NonSense”.

Bernie Smith,Parksville

ICF going down wrong track

To the Editor,Counting on Via Rail

to provide any kind of passenger service here on Vancouver Island is like trying to hitch up some dinosaurs to a plow.

Never again will we be able to make a good business case for heavy rail transport on

the island. As to passenger service the idea of using the Budd cars is unworkable: they are too old and too expensive to maintain and so will be broken down most of the time.

Via rail is not able to move far enough from their “train” thinking to even consider the idea of the light rapid transit needed to make passenger service possible and economically feasible. We need to move people quickly, efficiently and on schedules that will make sense. Couple that with the addition of courier services and light freight and the passenger portion of the business becomes the gravy after the expenses are met.

Technology has come a long way in the last decade, we can have solar powered pop up LED crossing barriers that won’t be damaged even if driven over, cameras at crossings that activate when the train is a half kilometre out.

All of this must be considered in order to have a speedy, efficient and useful service. I don’t think Via Rail can do it.

Alan MacKinnon,Nanaimo

From / A10But they will also

see their great-grandchildren becoming adept with tablet computers before they can even speak. Seniors will get the hang of it pretty quickly, and their lives will become easier.

• A correction to last week’s column on the Agricultural Land Commission. I erroneously said

regional panel members were appointed from outside the region. They are local residents, and the new legislation formalizes a cabinet appointment process for them.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.

Twitter: @tomfletcherbc

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We have a gas stove/fireplace in the living room upstairs so of course Ollie lies in the front of the gas stove when it is operating and worships the gas fire god. Now it seems that is not close enough for Mr. Ollie to commune with his gas god so he decided to jump on top of the stove and lie down, with occasional peeks over the edge to make sure that the fire god is doing his job.

I shot Ollie with my wife Les’s Nikon P7100 using fill flash. The ISO was 400, the aperture was f4.2, the shutter speed was 1/60 of a second. In Photoshop I straightened the image, lightened it a smidgen as well as slightly increased the contrast using levels.

I wanted to photograph the moon in its fullness. So on the next cloudless full moon sky, off I went to the front yard gate armed with tripod, Nikon D300S with a 70-200 f2.8 lens, and remote shutter release. The specs were ISO 2000, aperture f7.1, shutter speed 1/200 of a second, using the electronic shutter release.

In Photoshop I darkened the foreground so that the houses would not be prominent, and

burned in the moon (made it darker) so that it would pop in the sky.

Now that the days are longer and warmer I have insured the VV (Vespa Virgin). So far I have been to the new beach (driving through the mill grounds), Harbour Quay, the fishing boat marina, Victoria Quay and the Cancer Society office. Using a wide-angle lens, I got some very different photos at the fishing boat marina, and some boring shots of people standing around at the new beach.

If you see someone riding a white Vespa with a camera slung over his chest in a racing slouch ( just kidding), that is me.

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Impala leaps impressively to the topThe 2014 Chevrolet Impala is the best domestic sedan ever, really?That was the question front of mind when I heard such a boast from a General Motors execu-tive recently. Well, he’s paid to say that, I thought, but then he backed up the assertion with something that surprised me more. The hypercritical Consumer Re-ports organization had just given the full-size sedan a 95-point score: No other domestic car had ever topped the sedans ratings in 20 years of rating cars by bothsegment and style. And, just to offer a bit more perspective to this remarkable score: the four-door was just behind the expen-sive Tesla Model S ultra-luxury hatchback with 99 points and the BMW 1 Series coupe at 97. After spending a week in an Impala, I have to admit it softened my cynicism to the point of almost buying the hype. Explanation of my continued reservations to follow.It wouldn’t take much imagination for designers to turn out a more handsome Impala than its predecessor. But this long-looking car manages to look sharp and streamlined but not so overly aggressive in stance, which is more often the

contemporary style favoured by many competitors. Its lines actu-ally lean closer towards classy, rather than sporty.Let’s open the driver’s door. As its outward appearance suggests, it is roomy inside with Business Class legroom in the rear! And the business class theme continues with the use of quality materials throughout. Controls are logically placed and easy to operate with one exception. The standard infotain-ment system, which features an eight-inch touch screen, is not nearly as intuitive as I would like. I would need to spend an hour with the manual to get it to per-form for me. The reason I don’t

do that ahead of time is because I want to test these systems against my iPad/iPod. Apple is the benchmark. Get over it, guys! Mimic Apple rather than try to reinvent the wheel and come up with a pale imitation. There’s a nifty secu-rity feature offered though that I must praise. The screen emerges from the dash, revealing a small storage bin that can be secured with a four-digit code.Let’s roll. The tester was equipped with a 3.6-litre V6 DI with FlexFuel capability, including

variable valve timing, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The two base engines available are a solid 2.4-litre four-cylinder and a 2.5 version, both of which are likely adequate for commuter use.I headed straight for Highway One and it positively purred along the long, clear stretches open to the daytime driver. Great acceleration in take-off and passing with limited lean and sway when cornering at speed. Back in urban madness, it offered a good view of fast encroaching vehicles from side streets and the rear. I mention this because I expected the sleek window profiles might hinder views, especially to the rear. Hence, it was also not as much of a beast to park at the supermarket as I had feared. Light steering also assisted in that manouevre. On the urban performance front, the transmis-sion took the annoyance out of stop-go traffic. Have to think it was gulping gas though in smoothing out the urban trek.The Impala with the V6 starts at $32,945 (around $3,000 more than the 4-cylin-der-equipped versions) but the test car options, which included rear park assist, rear vision camera, collision and lane departure alerts, pre-mium audio, sunroof, added another $7,000. It will compete with the Dodge Charger and Ford Taurus domestically and a host of imports.Now to my reservations: the fuel economy for the V6 is 11.1/6.9L 100km (city/highway) and while that is not bad for a large car, it’s not the best in its segment. The four-cylinder eco version is impressive at 8.7/5.8L 100km (city/highway). That said,I don’t think fuel economy will be a deal breaker for most people. My continued reservations really boil down to reliability. It’s a brand new car and we should wait a couple or three years before anointing this car as the best domestic sedan ever. That caution should not stop you from taking one for a [email protected]

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“I didn’t tell him the camper was way too heavy to be safe.”

Thank goodness, the stolen vehicle was behind me. Did I feel bad? Yes. Does it make me a bad person for selling a stolen vehicle? Probably. But to outsiders, my life hasn’t changed. I’m still the same old Walt. Oh, if they only knew.I was on a roll. To my disbelief, I’d sold seven cars already. I guess you could say it was a part of me now – I “fl ip” cars on the side.And, I was branching out – with a truck and camper. The truck had been rebuilt. It was roadworthy again. I even had the inspection records to prove it. And the camper? That was marketing genius.When I put it up for sale, I fi bbed. But only a little bit.“Truck for sale. Fixed after fender bender, looks new. Includes camper. It’s been in an accident, so I’m selling both for a low price. Great for family adventures. Call if interested.”Shortly after, I got a call. The man had a distinct, charming accent. He asked me what a “fender bender” was. I explained that it was a small accident. He seemed pleased and asked to meet me the next day. I assumed he was relatively new to the country, so I thought this would be an easy sale. Boy was I wrong!He’d gone to “new immigrant” welcome classes, where they shared information about life in Canada.I think this was where he developed an interest in camping Canadian style.He knew all the right questions to ask. But, I

gave him all the wrong answers. And, I didn’t tell him the camper was way too heavy for the truck to be safe.He also asked for a vehicle history report. I pulled the CarProof report out. I mean, I had nothing to hide. He asked me what “rebuilt*”meant. I told him that, because of the small accident, the transmission needed to be rebuilt. Oh, but I’d altered the sections detailing the amount of damage. Judging from his English skills, I’m sure he didn’t understand the difference. At least he was trying. He got an “A” for effort. I hope he fi gures out that the truck and camper would be unsafe on the road when he gets it fully loaded with passengers, fuel and gear. Good thing I have my “no returns” policy! Yes, I know what you’re all thinking. This is the lowest of the low.But you have to understand. I was slightly manic about this whole thing. At this point, I would do anything to make a sale and get myself another wallet full of cash.

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For 2014, all Fiesta models get a minor facelift with a new front grille and headlights. The ST is easy to spot because of the black honeycomb grille with an ST badge, bigger alloy wheels, a rear spoiler hang-ing over the rear window, a bigger rear air diffuser with twin exhaust tips and blacked out trim around the windows. The base ST at $24,999 comes very well equipped and is ready to cause some trouble.InsideThe first thing that pops right out on the ST interior are the two heavily bol-stered Recaro sports seats. These are not meant for big people, you just won’t fit. They are snug and support-ive but lack some simple, yet important adjustments. The front of the seat sits much higher than the back so your backside is very low with your knees pointing up. This produces a sporty feel initially but on longer trips, the lack of adjustment prevents the driver from being able to stretch their legs. The dash has been updated to include a MyFord Touch screen for radio, phone, navigation and climate

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SPORTSSpring in swing at Alberni Golf

It’s still early in the season, but for an open day we had a good turnout on Sunday.

The closest to the pin winners were Bill Barrett on No, 2, the Charity closest to the pin on No. 4 was won by Kyle Luchinski who pocketed $34, on No. 13 it was Steve White and Sam Parhar took the prize on No. 17.

Low gross for the day, shooting a 74 was Tyler Ruel, great game Tyler.

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Sheep finish fourth

The Port Alberni Black Sheep will start their B.C. Rugby Union Vancouver Island Cowichan Cup playoffs on the road after losing 25-22 to Nanaimo Hornets on Saturday.

“A very disappointing result,” Black Sheep head coach Jas Purewal said. The loss put the Sheep in fourth place; they head to Cowichan to play the first place Piggies on Saturday. The Black Sheep were ahead 22-17 with six minutes left in their game on Saturday when Nanaimo took advantage of a loose ball out of a Black Sheep ruck to run 50 metres and score the winning try.

“You need to score on your opportunities and that was one thing we didn’t do,” Purewal said.

The Port Alberni Black Sheep were swarmed by the Nanaimo hornets in a game last Saturday. The sheep lost 25-22. The sheep play Cowichan Piggies in the B.C. Rugby Union Vancouver Island Cowichan Cup on April 12.

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The monthly rent for each unit is $272.50 plus GST.

An information package providing more detailed information and showing the location of these new units is available from City Hall or on the City’s website at www.portalberni.ca.

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Alberni also placed third in the team standings in Juvenile Men’s Greco Roman Championships.

Grade 12 wrestlers Jesse and Jordan Wagner capped off their high school wrestling careers with medal winning performances at the meet.

Jesse won the bronze medal in the 54 kilogram Juvenile Men’s Division. Jesse’s only loss came from multiple national champion Phillip Le from Ontario in the semi-final. He took bronze medal after pinning his opponent in the semi-final.

Jordan finished fourth in the Juvenile Men’s 58 kilogram weight class in the freestyle tournament. Jordan was beaten by returning champ

Nathan Galan, but scored two wins against other opponents to take the bronze.

Jesse also won silver in the Greco Roman event at the tournament at the event. “Greco Roman is a style of wrestling where you cannot attack or touch

the legs below the waist,” coach James Messenger said.

In the gold medal final Jesse took an early lead but fell behind after getting penalized for a rule violation. “We don’t wrestle Greco much in our program but our wrestlers wanted to give it a

try,” commented Alberni Coach James Messenger. “Jesse rose to the challenge and had some fun with the upper body moves.”

Jordan won a silver medal in the Greco Roman division. He dominated his opponents in his preliminary matches. In the final, he took an early lead but got caught in a turn that allowed his opponent to earn the win.

Alberni wrestler Michel Kurucz wrestled her way to a silver medal in the 56 kilogram division in Greco Roman. The tournament was the first time females competed in the style of wrestling. Known for her upper body throws, Michel’s wrestling style fit well with Greco.

The trip to Guelph was not without disappointment for Alberni. Two time national champion Nolan Badovinac was forced to withdraw from the tournament

after sustaining a concussion in a preliminary match. Badovinac had just been cleared to wrestle after missing the majority of the season after sustaining a knee injury that required surgery.

“Nolan has faced a lot of adversity this season. He worked hard to rehab his knee and did everything he could to be prepared,” Cross said. “When you are talking about something as serious as a concussion we were not willing to take the risk.”

The Nationals brings an end to the Alberni club’s competitive season. The club’s focus now turns to active rest for athletes and fundraising for events next year. “Kids at this age will be better athletes if they do multiple sports,” Messenger said. “A break from the mats is a good thing but I don’t just want them sitting on the couch.”

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Alberni’s Jesse Wagner, standing far right, earned a bronze medal at the National Wrestling championship in Guelph, Ontario.

Golfing weather never predictable

We sure lucked out with golf today, it had called for rain but we had sunshine.

In nine hole ladies play, low handicap group, LaDonna Knutson won low gross for the second week in a row, congratulations LaDonna.

Kathy Stolth took the low net while Sharon Hillman won the lowest putts.

In the high handicap group, Louise Berlinski had a good day taking both low gross and low net. Lauralee Edgell won the lowest putts.

LaDonna had a par and Lauralee Edgell and Kath Stolth both had chip ins.

In the 18 hole ladies division, Carol Bouchard won the low gross with a 93. Barb Sheare won the low net.

For the closest to the pins on the

second shot (K P’s) Carol Bouchard won on hole No. 2 and Barb Sheare won on No. 17.

Barb Sheare challenged Kathy White for the pin and Sheare won, Patsy Gauthier will challenge Sheare next week.

Ladies golf actually started last Tuesday but it was rained out.

Last week, we had a 45 minute frost delay. You have to love the Alberni Valley, never predictable.

Nine hole ladies Low Handicap

group: Low gross went to

LaDonna Knutson Low net was won by

Carol Jaworski Low putts was won

by Marie Swain High Handicap

group: Low gross and low

putts went Kath Stolth Low net was won by

Nancy Blair Lorraine Wilson had

a par. We had three new

members.

KATHYWHITE

Pitch n’ Putt

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THE ARTSTHE ARTS SCENE & HEARD / The scoop. A24–25

Hai Kur Mamášu Cis

By Ursula and Cristina Calderon

West Coast author Jacqueline Windh translates stories from the last remaining pure-blood Yagan person in Patagonia, Cristina Calderon.

The Yagan, or Yamana, of Patagonia are the southernmost indigenous people in the world. They are also the most endangered indigenous people, says noted author Jacqueline Windh.

Hai Kur Mamasu Chis (I want to tell you a story) is a collection of tales from the last remaining speaker of the Yagan language. Windh translated the book into English.

The Yagan were a canoe-going people, with traditional territory in the cold and turbulent waters south of Tierra del Fuego and the islands southward all the way to Cape Horn.

Windh has prepared a slide show and reading of some of the stories from the book for Monday, April 14, 8 p.m. at Char’s Landing on Argyle Street (doors open at 7 p.m.).

Other readings will take place in Nanaimo (Sunday, April 13, 2 p.m. in the Harbourfront Library) and Tofino (Wednesday, April 16, 7 p.m. at Darwin’s Cafe).

Published by: Ediciones Pix, Ukika, Chile

List price: $18

words worth noting

By the book New exhibit opens at Rollin Art Centre

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Sarah Elizabeth and Doug Koyama put a new spin on a cappella music.

A cappella at Char’s April 11

Sarah Elizabeth & Doug Koyama perform a cappella at Char’s Landing on Friday, April 11 from 8–10 p.m.

Elizabeth’s songs drift from the humorous to the heartbreaking. Sometimes there’s a ukulele thrown in the mix, and on occasion a glockenspiel.

Koyama’s a cappella improvised with a loop pedal is compelling.

Advance tickets are $10 at Gayle’s Fashions & Rollin Art Centre (drop-ins add $3).

FMI: 250-730-1636.

Stop by the Rollin Art Centre starting April 11 for our next Art exhibit, featuring Shayne Lloyd, titled, Past, Present & Future, The Various Works of Shayne Lloyd. Shayne will be showcasing his wide range of talents, including drawings, paintings and wood burning on furniture.

Don’t miss this exciting exhibit which starts April 11~May 8th at the Rollin Art Centre Gallery. Come and meet Shayne at his artist reception, Saturday, April 19 from 1-3 p.m. in the gallery. Join us for refreshments.

Music of Lent for Easter

Music of Lent and Easter, an organ concert of seasonal

music, with David Cox on Trinity Church’s Allen organ. Time: 7 p.m. on April 16. Place: Trinity Church 4766 Angus Street at 5th Avenue. Admission by donation. Contact: David Cox, 250-723-8362.

Timbre! sings for mothers

What better way to

celebrate Mother’s Day than to attend the final Timbre! concert of the season which is entitled “The Peacemakers”.

The concert will be held Sunday, May 11 at 2:30 p.m. at the ADSS Theatre on Roger Street. Don’t hesitate to buy your tickets early as many people were disappointed when they couldn’t

purchase a ticket to the Christmas concert, which was sold out two weeks before the performance.

Timbre! gratefully acknowledges the support from the staff of the ticket outlets which include Rollin Art Centre, Echo Centre and Salmonberry’s. Tickets are now available at these

three locations for $15 - Seniors and Adults and $5 for Students and Children.

Players back onstage

Portal Players dramatic Society presents the next performance at the Capitol Theatre. Come Back to the Five and Dime Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean tickets are now on sale at the Rollin Art Centre and box office. This performance will run from May 1–17. Tickets: Adults: $15 and Seniors/Students $13 in advance.

Choir rocksthe country

The Barkley Sounds Community Choir presents their annual spring concert, Sunday April 27 at 2:30 p.m. at ADSS Theatre. Tickets are $10 in advance and

available at Rollin Art Centre, Blue Fish Gallery and Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce.

Art Rave seeks new artists

Alberni Art Rave has an opportunity for artists to showcase their work. This year’s 11-day show is to be held in Port Alberni’s historic train station.

This year’s show revolves around Henry David Thoreau’s quotation “What would human life be without forests, those natural cities”. Artists will design a project/art piece that depicts their creative reaction to the quote. FMI: visit our Facebook page; Alberni Art Rave, or e-mail [email protected].

Melissa Martin is the Rollin arts administrator.

MELISSA MARTIN

Arts Around

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Shayne Lloyd’s pyrographic artwork is featured at Rollin Art Centre.

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Suddenly and tragically on the morning of April 6, 2014, Zakk was taken from his family and friends.

Born December 7th, 1991 in Port Alberni, BC, Zakk was predeceased by his two grandfathers, Richard Coss and Maurice Blake and is survived by his loving parents, mother Kimberly Blake and fa-ther Reese Coss; brothers Neil (Lora) Ward, Dallas (Cara) Ward, his extended brothers Ben (Steph-anie) Rollheiser, Andrew Rollheiser and Nolan Ward, extended sister Tammy Ward and long-time companion Brittney Olsen, nephews Maddux and Jayce, niece Layla, Gramma Jone, Gramma Mary and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Zakk graduated from A.D.S.S. and worked at Fairway Market and was currently employed at 2K Forestry in Alberni; he loved bushwork, always sharing the scenery he was fortunate enough to be a part of.

Early in his life Zakk enjoyed volunteer work, usually with his mother. He was a WW 11 buff and became a printed author at 12 years of age, writ-ing a poem about Remembrance Day. He loved politics and had a genuine interest in Olympic history; his biggest love would turn out to be music and fortunately lifelong friends shared that same love, which would evolve into “North By Nature”. Zakk leaves behind in “North By Nature” his music brothers Ryan Adhira, Mike Story and Nick Vance.

A Celebration of Zakk’s life will be held on Saturday, April 12th, 2014 – 1:00 PM at the Italian Center – 4065 Sixth Avenue, Port Alberni. Food and refreshments will be served.

In lieu of fl owers, donations in Zakk’s name may be made to the A.D.S.S. Music Department. Stories and condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.yatesfuneral.ca

ZAKKAREE THARREN MIKEY COSS

NOW HIRINGWestern 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.

Detailed job postings can be viewed atwww.westernforest.com/business-value/our-people-employment/careers

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive bene ts package.

If you believe that you have the skills and quali cations, and want to experience the special West Coast lifestyle reply in con dence to:

Human Resources DepartmentFacsimile: 1.866.840.9611Email: [email protected]

Non-Union Positions

FIELD FORESTERAREA ENGINEER

AREA PLANNER (Silviculture)Union Positions

CERTIFIED HAND FALLERSLOG TRUCK DRIVER

GRAPPLE YARDER OPERATORHEAVY DUTY MECHANICS

Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results. Nootka Forest Operation is located in Gold River, B.C. and harvests approximately 550,000 m³ annually.Reporting to the General Foreman, the Woods Foreman will be responsible for leading company logging crews and ensuring that the highest standards of safety, production, and environmental protection are maintained.

A detailed job posting and application requirements can be viewed at

http://www.westernforest.com/business-value/our-people-employment/careers/

WOODS FOREMAN(Nootka Forest Operation)

The family of the lateEdna Clara Kennedy would like to thank family & friends for their sympathy & support, fl owers, food, cards & donations in mom’s name.

Bev, Trevor & their families

Thank You

HUMAN RESOURCE ASSISTANTTOFINO, BC

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and hardworking person to join our team as an HR Assistant in our Tofi no offi ce. This is a full-time permanent position.

Cermaq Canada Ltd. is based in Campbell River, BC on Vancouver Island and one of the largest aquaculture companies in Canada. Cermaq Canada produces approximately 25,000 metric tonnes of fresh, farmed Atlantic salmon annually at 27 sea sites. The company operates four hatcheries and two processing plants (one under contract).

As part of the fi ve member HR team, you would report to the HR Manager in Campbell River with these position objectives:• Manage the recruitment process from advertising

through to orientation for the west coast operations including saltwater and the processing plant

• Be the point of contact for employees seeking human resource support and services

• Provide guidance and coaching to management on employee relations issues performance management and disciplinary action

• Coordinate training to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety and employee development opportunities

• Prepare reports and recommendations that ensure monitoring and progress towards established goals whether on an individual or company wide workforce

• Support the planning and implementation of the new human resource strategy

Skills and requirements• A team player who understands that quality relationships

and great service are the foundation of human resource solutions

• Completed post-secondary education with a focus on human resources management and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in human resources

• Certifi ed Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation considered an asset.

If you have the skills we are looking for and you would like to become part of our team, please forward a resume to [email protected] before April 25, 2014 with Human Resource Assistant in the subject line.

SERVICE MANAGERCAMPBELL RIVER, BC

BRAND NEW LOCATION! We are currently seeking an individual to run an ef cient and pro table truck & equipment service department in our new shop through productive staf ng, customer retention, cost controls, achievement of objectives and maintenance of all service records. Preference will be given to candidates with technical knowledge of heavy duty trucks & equipment and proven leadership skills. The Inland Group is an industry-leading group of heavy truck & equipment dealerships in business since 1949 with 1,200 employees and 23 locations in North America. Further details can be found under Canada, Job Opportunities at www.inland-group.com.

Resumes & cover letters should be emailed toLori Willcox at [email protected] or

faxed to 604-608-3156

COMING EVENTSCOMING EVENTSCOMING EVENTS

FIREARMS SAFETY Courses offered and fi rearms pur-chased by Certifi ed Instructor Terry Lee (250)723-9768.

MEET SINGLES right now! No paid operators, just real peo-ple like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and con-nect live. Try it free. Call now: 1-800-712-9851.

CARDS OF THANKS CARDS OF THANKS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESCAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES



CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

ATTENTION CRAFTERS the 25th Annual Nanaimo Profes-sional Craft Fair, Beban Park,Nanaimo, is on Nov 7, 8, &9th, 2014. Register by May30th to get a discount. Call250-797-6544. www.nanaimoprofessionalcraftfair.com

TRAVEL

GETAWAYS

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

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Building Inspector IDistrict of Kitimat, full time permanent bargaining unit position - wage range $36.33/hr - $43.63/hr, over 2 years. Duties include plan checking reviews, inspec-tions and enforcement func-tions related to building con-struction to ensure conformance with legislation, regulations and standards, and explaining and enforcing municipal bylaws. Preferred applicants will have a Tech-nology Certifi cate related to building construction or equivalent; BOABC level 2 certifi cation and a Class 5 driver’s license. Submit ap-plications by April 30, 2014, 4:30 p.m., to Personnel, Dis-trict of Kitimat, 270 City Cen-tre, Kitimat B.C. V8C 2H7, Tel 250-632-8900, Fax 250-632-4995, or by e-mail at [email protected]. Community information can be obtained from our website at www.kiti-mat.ca. Only those candi-dates selected for further consideration will be contact-ed.

HELP WANTED

CLUXEWE RESORT MAN-AGER needed at KwakiutlBand in Port Hardy. Competi-tive salary and free accommo-dations. Deadline midnight April 15. Email [email protected] forjob description and to apply.

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTSFAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Port Alberni Meals on Wheelsseeks proposals from operators of

commercial kitchens to provide approximately 850 fresh hot dinner

meals each month Monday to Friday,for delivery by volunteer drivers to clients.

Closing date is April 23, 2014.Contact 250-730-0390

for RFP details & additional info

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Experienced servers and cooks

• Round Wood table, (1 leaf) w/ 4 Leather Chairs• Brown Velour Love Seat• Dark Stained, Leather Topped Office Desk• 10” Radial Arm Saw• 10” Chop Saw• 9” Table Saw• Bench Model Jig Saw• Numerous Small Power Tools• 7200 Watt Generator• Patio Furniture

DOWN SIZING SALE

All in Excellent Condition!No Reasonable Offer Refused!

Appointment OnlyPhone: 250-723-2597 6

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Carrier of the WeekBONNIE LINDSAY

250-723-6399

CARRIERSCCCCCCCCC

SOUTH PORT3002 – China Ck & 15th (65)3007 – Strathern & 6th (45)3008 – North Cres & 9th (54)3024 – Neill & 4th (64)3028 – Hilton & Scott (42)3031 - Comox & 14th (53)3034 – Cameron & Gibson (37)3035 – View & 7th (48)

Don’t see your neighbourhood here? Call us to be placed on a waitlist!

Carriers of the Week get Black Press merchandise and a $10 gift card from

Bonnie has been delivering her Alberni Valley News routes since August 2013. Bonnie likes to spend her spare time playing sports, walk-ing, going to Bingo and camping. She spends her earnings on gas for her van and on her grandkids. The best things about delivering the News are getting excellent exercise and meeting the people on her routes as she is such a people person.

NORTH PORT1012 – Glenside & Regina (45)1020 – Mary & Brown (58)1026 – Burke & Gertrude (45)1032 - Strathcona & Cedar (65)

We are looking for permanent carriers on the following routes. Call for more information!

WANTED: SERVICE TECHNICIAN - SUNNY THOMPSON REGION. Kamloops dealership is currently accepting applications for full-time Journeyman & Apprentice RV Technicians. All applicants must have direct RV experience, possess own tools, have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and take great pride in the work they perform. It is our goal to provide an exceptional customer experience for all our cli-ents. We place great emphasis on customer satisfaction and quality workmanship and need people who will help us maintain this goal. We truly care about our employees and provide a positive, happy work envi-ronment with competitive wages and benefi ts. Requirements: - Pos-sess Own Tools - Be Journey-man/Red Seal or period 1, 2, 3 Registered Apprentice RV Techni-cian - Possess Valid Class 5 BCDL (Air/51 Endorsement an asset) - Ex-cellent attendance - Self-motivated team player - Keen attention to de-tail - Maintain a positive attitude un-der pressure - Committed to lifelong learning If this sounds like a good fi t and you possess the above men-tioned qualifi cations we want to hear from you. How to Apply: With resume and references to: Atten-tion: Service Manager By Email: [email protected] By Fax: (250) 851-9775 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

HELP WANTED

TELEGRAPH COVE RESORT

is now accepting resumes for the following positions:

Front Desk General Maintenance

CookWaitress

BartenderDishwasher

BaristaPlease forward your resume

by email to [email protected]

or fax 250-928-3105

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

MEDICAL/DENTAL

PHARMASAVE Qualicum Beach is seeking a full time pharmacy assist-ant/delivery person to join our team. Excellent people skills are a must. We offer a competitive wage and many opportunities for learning. Du-ties include blister packing, delivery, prescription intake and fi lling, as well as other technical activities when required. . If you would like to be part of a fun, progressive work-place, please forward your resume to [email protected]

HELP WANTED


OFFICE SUPPORT CLERK

A building materials supply compa-ny has an immediate opening for a full-time administrative assistant. This person needs to be reliable, friendly, polite, and a self starter. Responsibilities: Applicant will be responsible for coordinating ship-ments, data entry, answering tele-phones and responding to customer inquiries, communicating with ven-dors, creating and fi ling purchase orders, website updates, answering telephones in a courteous manner, maintaining a positive attitude to-ward customers and team mem-bers, and other miscellaneous tasks. Great benefi ts and salary is commensurate with experience. Forward resumes [email protected].

SALES

Sales Representative required to market recreational proper-ty. Property located in Comox Valley and ready to sell. Expe-rience selling real estate, time shares, quarter shares an as-set. Contacts and marketing provided. Weekend work re-quired. Base salary & commis-sion. Send resume:info@paci-fi cplaygrounds.com

TRADES, TECHNICAL

ATTENTION: Utility Tree Workers. Quad L Enterprises Ltd. is looking for Certifi ed Utility Arborists and Slasher Operators. Full time work. Email [email protected] or fax 780-532-1250

PERSONAL SERVICES

ART/MUSIC/DANCING

MUSIC LESSONS all ages & styles at Triangle Music. Alber-ni Valley’s full-line music store and teaching studios. Private instruction guitar, piano/key-board, voice, drums & bass at our fabulous downtown studi-os. Register at Triangle Music 2960 3rd Ave, or Call (778)421-3333.

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LEGAL SERVICES

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

FURNITURE

PILLOWTOP MATTRESS: Brand new, queen size set for sale. Never opened. $200. (250)713-9680


HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

SAWMILLS FROM only $4,897 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

STEEL BUILDINGS. Hot sav-ings - Spring sale! 20x24 $4,348. 25x24 $4,539. 30x30 $6,197. 32x36 $7,746. 40x46 $12,116. 47x72 $17,779. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. Or on-line: www.pioneersteel.ca

STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for bal-ance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

TUB & TUB Surround & fi x-tures, in excellent cond. $250. (250)723-8050.

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

SCRAP METAL; Fridges, freezers, washers, dryers, electric/wood stoves, lawn mowers & other recyclable metal, free pick up. Call Rich-ard 250-723-0855.

NEW TO YOU

BEAUTIFUL long length mink coat, size 14, dark colour, w/hat, $750. (250)723-0944.

ELECTRIC SCOOTER 2007 Biswift like new 330 lbs ca-pacity, new batts. $1100 obo Call (250)723-9806.

JOHN DEERE lawn mower, antique coal burner wood stove, dining room hutch and buffet. Call (250)724-5504.

NORGE SIDE by side fridge, water & ice maker, bisque col-our, excellent condition. $250. Call (250)723-3700.

REAL ESTATE

APARTMENT/CONDOS

NANAIMO WATERFRONT 2nd fl oor condo. 1500 sq.ft. LR/DR/2bdrms with view, den, gas FP, secure bldg. 2 under-ground parking spaces. Main-tenance fee includes hot wa-ter/gas/landscaping. 1 pet OK. View anytime. $339,900 Re-duced to $329,000. (250)753-9123

REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

$225,000. Great neighborhood two story home, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Completely renovated. See for details.:www.arrowsmithlistings.ca

SPROAT LAKE; Newly reno’d 3 bdrm+den mobile home, pri-vate beach & boat slip. Lrg deck & fenced yard. Must Sell! $89,900, 1st reasonable offer. Call 1-250-735-0649 .

OTHER AREAS

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RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

PORT ALBERNI: Carmoor Building at the Harbour Quay, deluxe adult oriented 1 bdrm loft Apts for lease. 10’ ceilings, F/S, D/W, microwave, W/D, A/C, gas F/P. No pets, no smokers, ref’s req’d. Call (250)724-5040.

PORT ALBERNI- nice, quiet, 2 bdrm 3rd storey apt, near multi-plex, back deck, cover parking and free shared laun-dry. $600+ utils. Call (250)735-3016.

HOMES FOR RENT

HOUSES AND apts starting at $450/mo & wkly rates for con-tractors. Call 250-735-0649.

PORT ALBERNI- 3 bdrm house, full bsmt, lrg yrd, near schools, quiet neighbourhood, NS/NP, W/D hook-up. May 1. $1100+ utils. (250)724-4383.

PORT ALBERNI- 4 bdrms, ful-ly fenced, D/W, F/S, dbl gar-age optional. Close to all amenities. NP/NS, ref’s req’d. $1100+ utils. Avail June 1. Call (250)723-1536.

PORT ALBERNI: Small 1 bdrm 850 sq ft house at Sproat Lake, year round lease avail, responsible persons, sundeck and private fl oat, N/P, N/S, non partier, avail June 1, $850/mo. Call 250-723-3139.

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

Spots available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly,

monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking,

fi shing, Pickle Ball Court. Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area.

www.resortonthelake.com250-754-1975 or

[email protected]

RENTALS

SUITES, UPPER

2-BDRM near schools & shop-ping. D/W, W/D. Fully fenced yard. $750. + utils. N/S, N/P. Ref’s. May 20. 250-723-1536.

SPROAT LAKE. Furnished suite, April 1 - June 30. $600./mo includes all services. N/P, N/S. Ref’s req’d. Call 250-724-2092 or lv message.

WANTED TO RENT

EXECUTIVE RETIRED couple want to rent or lease for long term house or townhouse. Ideal renters for high-end property. Call 250-248-7825

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO ACCESSORIES/PARTS

AUTO FINANCING

TRANSPORTATION

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 VOLKSWAGENTOUAREG- V8, All-wheel drive Volkswagen Touareg, leather interior, auto transmis-sion, VW trailer package fortowing, newer brakes & tiresensors, extremely well main-tained clean vehicle, amazingsafe ride in all conditions,heated seats, censored wip-ers, air, amazing sound sys-tem, plus many more extras.Locally purchased and ser-viced Call John 250-816-7368.

VTRUCKS & ANS

2008 FORD F350 Diesel Lari-at. Crew cab, 6’ box. Loaded,with extras. 1002 TOYOTA ex-tra cab, V6, 5-speed, 31” tires,extremely low kms. Call(250)723-8152.

MARINE

BOATS

33’ CONVERTED Trawler with 6 cylinder Isuzu diesel enginewith 2100 hours. Ready to fi shor cruise. Good electronics,Survey valued at $25,000. Sellfor $7,500. Call Jim at(778)421-1310 or Ted at(250)723-8089, Pt. Alberni.For more info or viewing.

GARAGE SALES

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PORT ALBERNI- 3713 San Mateo Dr, Sat. Apr 10, 8am-12. Utility trailer, sewing no-tions, household goods.

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GIDEON’S INTERNATIONAL FUNDRAISING DINNERfor SCRIPTURES FOR BRAZILWednesday, April 2, 2014

Top left: Paulette Nichelle sang at the Gideon dinner at the Best Western Barclay Hotel banquet room on Wednesday April 3.

Top right: Guest speaker for the evening was Craig Hussey of Global Development Outreach.

Bottom left: Pastors of many denominations were called to the front and presented with a New Testament Bible from the Gideons.

Cherie Williams and Anne Noel of Scotiabank present Port Alberni Rotary Club president Ken Watson with a cheque for $5,000, matching funds raised at Rotary’s annual dinner dance in February. The funds raised will support breakfast programs in Alberni Valley schools. Teresa Bird photo

Standing L to R: Earl Johnson, George Pell, Keith Davies, Bruce Greenwood, Brian RobertsonFront L to R: Mrs. Zvonar and husband David Zvonar, Leah Robertson

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Right: In 1920’s style Debra Luecke and Norelle Ritchie, 7, made a cute pair on the runway at the fashion show on Saturday.

Left: Michael Booth and Hannele Talkio strike up a pose before hitting the runway at the Fifty Years of Fash-ion show at Echo Centre.

Steve Connah of Steve’s Hair Studio volunteered to style the models hair at the fashion show at Echo Centre on Saturday April 5. He is seen here styling Ocean Barkhouse’s hair.

Paula Sogge looks striking in this vintage wedding dress on Saturday at Echo Centre.

Dorothy King looked smashing in this look of years gone by.

Victoria Roscoe-Roumanis in 1920’s fashion at the Fifty Years of Fashion show on Saturday


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From/ A6Morton didn’t know

about the trophy or its history, but he did know about the agency that bequeathed it to the Port Alberni Athletic Association.

After the establishment of Indian reserves, the Alberni Land Company owned title to land in the city under the provincial land system of the time, Morton said.

The company

evolved out of the Anderson Company which owned a mill that closed in 1865.

“The company held onto the land afterward, speculating that the Valley would grow,” Morton said.

The company subdivided the town into Alberni first in 1880 then Port Alberni later in the early 1900s. Alberni was an agricultural area and service centre.

When Port Alberni was established it had

the waterfront, mills, and railway.

“The talk then was that it was better and there was more going on there but it never really worked,” he said.

The trophy was likely a booster tool for the Alberni Land Company as a way to enmesh themselves with the population, but also to foster a sense of competitiveness between the two communities, Morton

said. “The ironic thing

is that they owned the lands in both communities,” he added.

Back at the new Alberni Athletic Hall, the cup will remain tucked away for now but there are future plans for it, Larry Spencer said.

“We hope to have it enshrined at the athletic hall at some point.”[email protected]


Company played both sides

Spring clean up

City of Port Alberni worker Mary Sanh tend to some early weeding along Victoria Quay on a Tuesday afternoon.



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4353 Virginia Rd $225,000

Saturday, April 12 11:00-12:00pmEleanor Coffey in attendance

GREAT LOCATION• 4 Bedrooms, 2 bath, 2 � replaces• Spacious family home w/alley access• Partially � nished detached garage

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5054 Cherry Creek $199,900

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$179,900

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$219,000Saturday, April 12 1:30-2:30pm#115-5555 Grandview Rd

55+ QUIET RETIRED LIVING• 3 bedrooms, 1 bath• Deck, plenty of space• Pets welcome • Fenced yard

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5010 Cherry Creek Rd

DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL• Very high pro� le location• 0.46 acre corner lot• Solid 3,000 sq. ft. building

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SL#1 & SL#2• New construction• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms• Half duplex in upper North Port

$240,000 each

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3088 3rd Avenue

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$1800 per month

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67 – 10325 Lakeshore

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2747 5th Ave

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• 3 bedroom rancher• newer roof• fruit trees

$124,900

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2733 5th Ave

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$174,900

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2895 Highmoor Road

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$199,900

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5592 Woodland Crescent East

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$295,000

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4172 Clegg Cres N

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$269,900

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2607 7th Ave

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$159,900

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115 – 5555 Grandview Rd

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32 Headquarter Bay

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9221 Central Lake Rd

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$309,900

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3817 Morgan N Cres

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$329,900

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3572 McKnight St

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Residential

8673 Faber Rd

PRISTINE SPROAT LAKE• Beautiful lakefront property• 2,590 sq.ft. of quality materials• 4 bedrooms & 3 bathroom

$799,000

The Fenton Team

380 Cape Beale Trail

WEST COAST RETREAT• 4 cabins, duplex, caretaker cabin• 160’ of oceanfront with docks• Over 4,250 sq.ft. of living area

$749,000

Chris Fenton & Joe Van Bergen

33-4935 Broughton

WELL CARED FOR 55+ PARK• 2 bdrm mobile• Walking distance to Paci� c RimCentre and casino

$39,900

Dena Wickman

4844 Strathern Street

INCOME PRODUCER• Central location• Low maintenance yard

$82,000

Craig Filipchuk

8600 Bland Road

COUNTRY ACREAGE• 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom• 1 acre lot

$97,000

Kat Dwolinsky

2688 Anderson Ave

Dell McConnell

HANDY MAN SPECIAL• 2 bdrm,1 bath Fixer-Upper• Ideal starter or rental on level lot.• Close to city transit, schools, shopping, etc.

$99,000 10-4110 Kendall Ave

TOWNHOME• 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom• Wood � oors• Cat and family friendly

$99,900

Dena Wickman

#3- 4110 Kendall Ave

ECHO ESTATES• 3 bedrm, 2 bath 1134 sq ft.• Close to city trans, parks, recreation & schools.• Move right in w/ fresh paint, new carpet on main.

$99,900

Dell McConnell

102-5170 Angus St

WALK-OUT CONDO• 2 bedrooms & full bathroom• Open concept w/ gas � replace• Parking & storage unit included

$108,900

The Fenton Team

4534 Lathom Rd

STARTER/ INVESTMENT PROPERTY• Thermal windows• Close to all amenities• Hardwood � oors

$109,900

Alease or Chris Arcus

15-5558 Beaver Creek Rd

• 2 bdrm extensively updated mobile• 55+ park• bonus sunroom

$119,900

Dena Wickman

3772 6th Ave.

INCOME PRODUCER• Good tenant in place• 2 bedroom, 1 bath• Updated roof, windows

$123,900

Joe Van Bergen

77-5558 Beaver Creek Rd

LIKE NEW• 2012 one owner home• Sits on a 44” crawl space• Great location in Creek’s Edge

$124,900

The Fenton Team

5535 Broadway Blvd.

LOCATION! LOCATION!• Beautiful, private fenced yard• Covered carport• 3 bedrooms

$124,900


2465 Hilton Ave

AMAZING VIEWS• Updated throughout• Half basement• Quiet neighborhood

$129,000


104-2825 3rd Ave.

THE GOOD LIFE• Two bedroom condo• Spacious and well cared for• Gas � replace & balcony

$129,900

The Fenton Team

4217 8th Avenue

BARCLAY ESTATES• 2 bdrm 2 bath updated townhouse, new windows• No rentals, 1 pet under 20 lbs. allowed

with strata approval

$129,000

Maureen Mackenzie

5203 Gertrude St.

SPENCER PARK• 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths• 3 level townhouse in North Port• Covered deck & laundry area

$124,900

Kat Dwolinsky

6440 Walker Road • 250-724-4488

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#4-5131 Gertrude St.

RETIREMENT LIVING• Kitsuksis Manor• 900 sq.ft rancher• 2 bedroom & full bathroom

$159,900

The Fenton Team

4318 Dunbar St.

NICE HOME• Renovated 3 bedroom rancher• Hickory kitchen with island• 200 amp electrical panel

$155,000

Dena Wickman

2868 3rd Avenue

NEWER KITCHEN & ROOF• 2 bedroom, 1 bath, move in ready• Hardwood � oors, spacious rooms• Wheelchair access, fenced back yard

$149,000

Sonja Sutton

3571 Veldham

CHERRY CREEK• 3 bedroom, 1 bath rancher•.43 of an acre, low taxes• Carport/shop, close to town

$155,000

Sonja Sutton

4934 Locke Rd

SWEET LOCATION• Central rural location• 3 Bedrooms and full bathroom• Updated septic and furnace

$140,000

The Fenton Team

NEW PRICE

3805 China Creek Rd

INHERENT ATTRACTION• Sits beautifully on large lot• Heat pump & newer roof• Wired 26’ x 23’ workshop

$205,000

The Fenton Team

4463 8th Avenue

WELL BUILT HOME• 3bdrm 2 bath 1944 sq. ft.• Newer windows and hot water tank• Centrally located, detached garage

$178,000

Maureen Mackenzie

3704 - 5th Ave

CLEAN AND SPACIOUS• Updated 5 bedroom• 2 bedroom in law suite

$189,900

Lukh Saran

5223 Gertrude Street

CAREFREE LIVING• 3 storey, 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhouse• clean and spacious• private backyard garden

$155,900

Gary Gray

3142 McNaughton

OWNER WANTS HOUSE SOLD NOW!• Listed below assessed value.• 4 bedrms, 3 bath family home• Choice residential neighbourhood.

$214,900

Dell McConnell

NEW PRICE2658 Anderson Ave.

SOLID HOME• 3 bdrm 2 bath home, spacious kitchen• Newer roof, all thermal windows• New carpet & some lighting � xtures

$219,000

Kat Dwolinsky

4639 10th Ave.

FAMILY HOME W/SHOP• 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home• Detached shop• Quiet neighborhood

$219,900


4353 Virginia Road

NORTH PORT RANCHER• 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, great location• Garage with workshop/carport, newer roof• Quick possession, move in ready

$225,000

Sonja Sutton

4073 Kendall Ave.

LOCATION! LOCATION!• 3 bdrm full basement family home• 2 baths; 2 gas � replaces• Newer roof, f/a gas furnace• Separate garage, fenced back yard

$197,900

Pat & Gerry Hickey

2780 7th Avenue

IMMACULATE CHARACTER HOME• Three bedroom, two bathrooms• Coved ceilings, � r � oors• Updated electrical and plumbing systems

$199,500

Gary Gray

NEW PRICE

2640 - 3rd Avenue


INCOME PROPERTY• 3 bedroom suite up/ 1 down• Shared laundry• $1300 month total rents

$169,000

NEW PRICE

NEW PRICE5054 Cherry Creek Rd.

GREAT LOCATION• 4 bedrooms, 2 bath, 2 � replaces• Spacious family home w/alley access• Partially � nished detached garage

$199,900

Sonja Sutton

2479 10th Ave.

UPDATED 3 BDRM HOME• New roof, thermal windows• Move in ready• Detached garage and RV parking

$194,900

Dena Wickman

NEW PRICE

Lot 21 Gilbert Plc.

LARGE LOT• Redford Estates Subdivision• .23 acre corner lot• Water and mountain views

$139,900

Kat Dwolinsky

SL 1&2 2541 4th Ave

NEW CONSTRUCTION DUPLEX• Income producing $28,000 -$30,000 potential• Strata duplexes, in-law suite

$192,000 ea.

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4566 Beale St

HOME SUITE HOME• 5 bdrm, 3 bath home, single car garage• 1 bedroom in-law suite• Renovated throughout...too much to list

$229,900

Sonja Sutton

7833 Wardrop Rd.

COUNTRY LIVING• Half acre• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms• Full basement

$229,000

Craig Filipchuk

5535 Woodland Cres. E.

BEST LOCATION - BEST NEW PRICE• Multi-unit building site• Space for shop or pool• Green belt for privacy

$229,000

Joe VanBergen & Craig Filipchuk

6064 Renton Rd. South

BEAUTIFUL CHERRY CREEK CHARMER• 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths• .88 acre, no thru rd, 24x24 wired shop• New kitchen, bathrooms, new windows

$229,900

Sonja Sutton

4612 North Cres.

IN-LAW SUITE• 3 beds, updated features throughout• Separate wired 22X31 ft. garagewith 2 piece bath

$240,000

Jim Robertson

3192 12th Avenue

IDEAL “HOME- BASED BUSINESS” OPPORTUNITY!• Professional 24’ x 45’ shop on leg lot, central loc.• 2+1 bedrm, den, 2 bath, 1-1/2 storey , full bsmt.• Hardwood,Elect. furnace, Heat Pump/AC

$297,700

Dell McConnell

2586 2nd Avenue

CANAL VIEW• Custom designed 3 bdrm & den• Full basement, detached garage off alley

$244,900

W. Earl Engstrom

#8 4951 Burke Road

UPSCALE PATIO HOME• large open living space• two bedrooms, two baths• quality � nish throughout

$238,800

Gary Gray

6200 Malabar Road

PROVEN HOBBY FARM• 3 bedroom rancher on 2 acres• Large living room with ef� cient wood burning FP• Detached workshop and outbuildings

$284,900

Gary Gray

3743 Bishop Cres

PERFECT NORTH PORT RANCHER• 3 Bedroom + den, 1.5 Bath rancher• Family room, large deck, FP with insert, fully fenced• Back yard, rv parking, two storage sheds

$285,000

Sonja Sutton

4151 Steede Avenue

HOME WITH A VIEW• 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, custom built• Great location, outstanding views• Heat pump

$299,900

Gary Gray

6321 Ferguson Road

AMAZING CEDAR HOME• 1,100 sqft cedar log home• Beautiful 1.66 fertile acres• Lovingly restored

$299,900

The Fenton Team

2159 Rita Road

MILLION DOLLAR VIEW• 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom rancher• Double detached shop• Fully fenced yard

$299,900


3180 7th Avenue

UNIQUE FAMILY HOME – MULTI LEVELS• 4 bedrooms, 4 bathroom, basement home• Detached garage, alley access, workshop• Solarium, new roof, fenced yard, vaulted ceilings• Stroll to the Harbour Quay for great shopping

$235,000

Sonja Sutton

2428 7th Avenue

Gary Gray

SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME• large great room and kitchen• four bedrooms, two baths• full � nished basement

$237,500 3731 Argyle St

MUST SEE!• 3 bedrm, 2 bath on main, rear covered deck.• 2 � replaces, lrg. rumpus/fam rm. & den down• Laminate, thermal vinyl windows.

$239,900

Dell McConnell

2171 Anderson Ave.

STYLISH QUALITY• 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms• Lovingly maintained & updated• Heat pump & vinyl windows

$234,900

The Fenton Team

2220 11th Ave

SOUTH PORT 2 STOREY• 3 beds, 1 bath, 2250 sq ft• Updated kitchen, granite & S/S/appliances• Stylish new bath with heated tile � oor

$227,000

Maureen Mackenzie

3908 Dunsmuir

TIMELESS CHARACTER• Private up North Port on No Thru Street• 3 bdrm, 2 bath with attached carport• 15’ x 24’ detached shop with high ceiling

$249,900

W. Earl Engstrom

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3619 12th Ave

EXECUTIVE HOME• Oak � oors & gas � replaces• 2225 quality sq.ft.• Walk out in-law suite

$319,900

The Fenton Team

2556 2nd Ave.

LOTS OF TREES & PRIVATE• 6 plex on a park like RM2 Zoned lot• Lots of trees, very private• 4-2 bedroom units & 2-1 bedroom units

NOW is $328,000

W. Earl Engstrom

2661 2nd Ave

MILLION DOLLAR VIEWS!• 5 bdrm + den 3 bath• Updated Character style home• Lots of parking

$329,900

Kat Dwolinsky

5694 Mersey Road

3 OVER HEIGHT CARPORTS• Well cared for 2200 square foot home• Three bedroom two bath,heat pump• .95 of an acre,1900 square shop

$350,000

Craig Filipchuk & Jim Robertson

7171 Beaver Creek Rd

COUNTRY ACRAGE• Imaculate 1600 square foot modular home• heated and wired shop

$346,900

Craig Filipchuk

4771 Leslie Ave.

GRAND CHARACTER HOME• Heritage home on 80x120 view lot• 3 bdrms, 3 baths, lg master w/ensuite• Oak kit. w/nook & lg patio off nook

$349,900

W. Earl Engstrom

3547 McKnight St

PERFECT RANCHER W/BONUS ROOM• 3 beds, 2 baths, 2,220 sq ft• Gourmet kitchen w/granite countertops• 3 entertaining rooms, College Estates

$437,900

Maureen Mackenzie

Lot B Leslie Ave.

BEYOND COMPARE• Brand new under construction 1 plus 3 bdrm• Two story spacious family home• Main level entry/open living concept

$425,000

Pat Hickey

2600 Burde St.

CUSTOM FAMILY HOME• 5 bedrooms, 4 bathroom• Over 4700 sq.ft, .45 acre in the city• Trade potential, Partially � nished bsmt

$485,000

Maureen Mackenzie

2541-4th Ave.

Craig Filipchuk

SL#1 & 2• Duplex new construction• Trades considered or lease to own• Good income producer

$375,000

5984 Margot

SOPHISTICATED ELEGANCE• 3 beds, 2 baths 3289 sq. ft. open plan• Granite, Cherry wood � oors, heated tile• Grand entrance, waterfall feature & much more

$544,900

Maureen Mackenzie

5607 Kitsuksis Street

ACREAGE WITH CHARACTER!• Original character throughout• 2 Acres• Private setting

$339,900


3935 Port Alberni Hwy

QUALITY BUILT FAMILY HOME• 3 bedroom plus den, 2.5 baths• 1 bedroom cottage• Great of� ce location

$329,900

Sonja Sutton

3588 Swordfern

• 3 bed, 2 bath, 1568 sq ft• Built in 2011, heat pump• Granite counter tops, wood � oors

$359,000

Maureen Mackenzie

6435 Cypress Blvd

CHERRY CREEK ACREAGE• Built in 2008• 5 bed, 3 bath• 1.98 Acres

$529,000


5371 Falls St.

6 PLEX*4-2 Bedroom Units*2-1 bedroom units

$550,000


5250 Darnley Rd

DELIGHTFUL HOME ON 1 ACRE• 3 beds, 3 bath, 2,726 sq ft• Quality � nishes throughout• 1 acre, det. shop, pool, built in 2005

$595,000

Maureen Mackenzie

2595/2593 2nd Ave.

SIDE BY SIDE DUPLEX• Completely renovated, like new• Both sides 1820 sq.ft.• 2 bedrooms, new kit., 4 pce. bath

$309,000

W. Earl Engstrom

3503 Frank Street

BEAUTIFUL LIVING• 3 +1 bedroom, 3 bathrooms• 2 � replaces, 2 decks, vaulted cedar ceiling• Spacious & open � oor plan

$319,900

Pat & Gerry Hickey

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4459 Arrowsmith

NORTH PORT LOT• Level 40x84 lot• Close to all amenities• Price to go!

$45,000


5175 Cleary Rd

• Building lot in quiet location• level .22 acre lot• water, sewer and storm drain alreadyconnected

$87,500

Dena Wickman

4007 Shaughnessy

IDEAL BUILDING LOT!• Located in upper North Port• This serviced level building lot is in aquiet neighbourhood on a no thru street.

$89,000

Gary Gray

5165 Golden St.

ONE OF A KIND• Over 1 acre in city• All city services• Privacy & green view

$149,000

Joe Van Bergen

Lot 4 Traves Road

NEW DEVELOPMENT• 2.57 acre development site• No through road• Great for your future home!

$162,900

Gary Gray

Lot A Tebo Ave.

LIGHT INDUSTRIAL LOT• .47 acre level lot, Upper North Port• Great opportunity• Zoned M1

$169,900

Lukh Saran

432 Pachena Road

Craig, Pat or Gerry

BAMFIELD ACREAGE• 6.06 acres• Possible subdividable• Harbour view

$260,000 5350 Falls Road

RM 1 ACREAGE• 1200 ft. of riverfront• 5.84 acres• Hwy. 4 exposure

$1,600,000


302 Tower Rd

PORT DESIRE OCEANFRONT• Modern 2,450 sq.ft. home• Ground level suite• Private dock, walk-in freezer

$674,900


6 South Bam� eld Rd

1000’ OF OCEANFRONT• Spectacular 1.73 acre• 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms• 60’ deep safe moorage

$999,999


294 South Bam� eld Rd

PRIDE OF THE COAST• 5.72 acre oceanfront• 5,140 sq.ft. executive home• Over 200’ of moorage

$2,950,000


23 Michelsens Ln

WEST BAMFIELD’S BEST• 15 year old home• 0.92 acre lot• Ocean views

$329,000


14 Headquarters Bay

OCEAN FRONT• 5 acres waterfront strata• 860 sq. ft. cabin to lock up• Septic installed

$299,000

Craig Filipchuk

180 Cape Beale Tr

NESTLED IN THE FOREST• 1,680 sq.ft. west coast cottage• Built in 1994 to R2000 standard• Vaulted ceilings & woodstove

$299,000


Bam� eld& Inlet

3790 Meares Drive

TOP OF THE TOWN• Over .3 acre view lot• Location of � ne homes, fully serviced• Nicely sloped for daylight basement

$149,900

Craig Filipchuk & Joe Van Bergen

2201-11th Ave.

Lot 2 Cempthorn Ave

CHERRY CREEK LOT - PRICED TO SELL!• Level .9 acre lot ready to build on• Private with nice stand of trees• On no thru road w/ newer homes

$239,000

$99,000

W. Earl Engstrom

AREA OF QUALITY HOMES• 1.67 acre lot is a choice location• Great holding property for future subdivision• Previously pre-approved for 6 lot subdivision

Lots 32, 33 & 34 Arvay Rd

FANTASTIC & QUIET AREA• 3 lots creating .34 of an acre• Low taxes, no through road• In amongst beautiful homes

$99,900

Maureen Mackenzie

30 Uchucklesit Inlet

WATERFRONT PROPERTY• 1400 square foot � oat cabin• Sleeps 12 to 14 people• Private location, large � oat

$97,000

Craig, Pat & Gerry Hickey

Lot 1 Franklin River Rd.

THE PERFECT SETTING• 32 acres• Bare land• Private and secluded

$229,000

Dena Wickman

Lot 22 Ferguson Rd.

PRISTINE WATERFRONT• 5 acres along Somass River• Salmon/steelhead � shing year round• Build your dream home 7 mins. from town

$229,900


SL 36 Haggard Cove

RECREATION DREAM HOME• Well cared for 2 bedroom rancher• Pine interior, vaulted ceilings, wood stove• Move in ready complete with furniture and appliances

$429,900

Pat & Gerry Hickey

Lot R Cheeyah Island

WATERFRONT PROPERTY• Just under 2 acres in Uchucklesit Inlet• Offers best � shing, Diving and canoeing

$250,000

Craig, Pat or Gerry

468 Pachena Rd

WEST COAST QUALITY• 4 bedroom & 4 bathroom home• Built in 1992• Open concept w/ � replace

$349,000


18 Headquarters Bay

PANORAMIC OCEANFRONT• Nearly 180 degree views• Neat as a pin cottage• 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms

$389,900


Lot O Cheeyah Island

WATERFRONT PROPERTY• Just under 3 acres in Uchucklesit Inlet• Offers best � shing, diving & canoeing• Perfect location & summertime retreat

$180,000

Craig, Pat or Gerry

Lot 1 Michelsens Ln

SWEEPING OCEAN VIEWS• 0.23 acre building lot• Sitting atop a bluff• Walk to boat moorage

$199,000


4510 Burde Street

CENTRAL PORT• Corner 45 x 122 lot• City and mountain views• Affordable location for your dream home

$44,900

Pat Hickey

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4985 Johnston Road

FUTURE LEASE OPPORTUNITY• of� ce, storefront, shop space• off street parking• high traf� c location, great visibility• lots of potential uses

$4,200 pm

Gary Gray

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Maureen Mackenzie

Commercial& Investment

4356 Gertrude Sreet

COMMERCIAL BUILDING LOT• High visibility location• approx 2/3rds of an acre

$399,000

Craig Filipchuk& Joe Van Bergen

2984 3rd Avenue

SOUTH PORT INVESTMENT• 20,000 sq. ft. building• Two long term Tenants in place

$439,000

Pat & Gerry Hickey

3218-3rd Ave.

COMMERCIAL MULTI-UNIT BUILDING• C3 Zoning, warehouse included• Separate gas/hydro meters• room to increase revenue

$539,000

Lukh Saran

137 Winter Harbour Rd.

Craig Filipchuk & Joe Van Bergen

LOYAL CLIENTELE• Turn key � shing lodge• Accommodates up to 20 guests plus staff• Includes 4 - 22 ft aluminum boats equipped for charters

$699,000 #8-3749 10th Ave.

WELL ESTABLISHED SHOPPING CENTRE• High foot and vehicle traf� c• C2 Zoning allows wide range business uses• Building waiting for your business

LEASE $12.75 sq.ft.


4984 Johnston Rd

• large, commercial service bay withadjoining of� ce• lots of potential uses• great visibility

$1,000 pm

Gary Gray

10298 South Dr

SPROAT LAKE AREA• 82’ x 265’ building lot• Lake access nearby• Quiet wooded area

$114,900

The Fenton Team

8720 Stirling Arm Dr

SPROAT LAKE BEAUTY• 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,760 sq ft• In � oor heating, built in 2003• 3 car garage, 1.55 acres, 100 ft of beach

$869,000

Maureen Mackenzie

4746 Johnston Road

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY C2 SALON• turn key business opportunity• great location, good visibility and parking• growing client base, loads of potential• leased premises, equipment included

$29,500

Gary Gray

16-4935 Broughton

FABULOUS LOCATION• Double wide mobile,55+ park• 2 large bedrooms, 3 pce ensuite• Large yard, carport and RV space

$63,500

Craig Filipchuk

3107 2nd Ave.

ZONED C3• 1750 sq.ft. building• 33 x 60 rear fenced compound• Mostly lg. open space w/small of� ce

$124,900

W. Earl Engstrom

2966 3rd Avenue

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY• well maintained, two storey building• two tenants, good potential cash� ow• great visibility• prime “uptown” location

$355,000

Gary Gray

4905 Cherry Creek Rd.

DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY• Opportunity on approx. 3.24 acres• Zoned for commercial• Close to Paci� c Rim shopping

$325,000

Gary Gray

#9 3761 10th Ave

WELL ESTABLISHED SHOPPING MALL• C2 Zoning allows for wide range ofbusiness uses• 1100 square feet

$12.75 Sq Ft


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$8.50 sq. ft.

Pat & Gerry Hickey

GREAT PARKING AND VISUAL EXPOSURE• 6000 sq. ft. for retail or service • Lease space can be reduced to suit

A – 4658 Adelaide Street

COMMERCIAL• North Port• 5100 sq. ft. of store front• Easy access, level entry, parking

$5,000

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