A Message from the Qualicum Beach

Chamber of Commerce Executive:

Please Join us in Welcoming

The Arrowsmith Community Justice Society

to the Chamber of Commerce!

Please join us in welcoming the Arrowsmith Community Justice Society to the ever-growing roster of Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce Members! The The ACJS has their office just outside of Parksville but works withing the communities of Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Region District of Nanaimo Areas E, F, G & H.

Here is a photo of the 100 Men Who Give a Damn organization donating $10,400 (way to go guys!) to the Alyssa Noble of the ACJS. We caught up to Alyssa and she was able to explain what function the ACJS performs for our community. She had this to say:

“Arrowsmith Community Justice Society is a local non-profit organization who provides a restorative justice program to the community. Restorative justice is an alternative to going through the traditional court system. When a crime is committed in our community, whether it be a minor offence or a first-time offence, it may be determined the incident is better suited to go through our program. We work with both the offender and the victim individually with the end goal of having everyone sit down together in what we call a community conference. During this conference we facilitate dialogue between the parties so they can share their perspectives, and determine what needs to be done to repair the harm.”

Oceanside's Best Patio Part 2!

Thanks for all your great comments on the many options for some great alfresco dining in our community. Last week we focused on the Patios in the Qualicum Beach Village and in our town Centre. But there are so many amazing patio options in the Oceanside Area. Here a re a few more for you to visit this weekend!

2023 Cycle of Life Tour, August 26 & 27th! Support Your Local Hospice!

The 2023 team rides to raise much needed funds for critical services provided by the Oceanside Hospice Society. Those services include grief counselling, support groups, one-to-one companioning, and delivery of medical equipment so that palliative people in our community are able to remain in the comfort of their homes for as long as possible. All of these services are offered at no charge in the Oceanside community. 

Your Friendly Neighbourhood Visitor Centre Manager Paul Trudeau has joined the Oceanside Wheelers to help raise money for Oceanside Hospice. Support him and Hospice by donating now! The link is just below!

What’s happening at the Career Centre in August?

Money Back on Training

Take advantage of the WorkBC Wage Subsidy Program while there is still opportunity! Sign up for a VIRTUAL Wage Subsidy Info Session on August 23 @ 2pm. Call 250.248.3205 to register.

Do you know of a youth looking to get into the electrical or carpentry trades?

The Pathway to Trades program starts September 25^th and provides a unique opportunity for young people to forge relationships, gain new skills and be supported as they work towards long-term employment or further education in the electrical and carpentry trades. This fully funded program will provide eight weeks of classroom training and four weeks of Trades Exploration delivered in partnership with Vancouver Island University. After completing class work and certifications (Occupational First Aid Level 1, WHMIS, Fall Protection, Confined Space Training), youth will participate in a four-week paid work experience.

Know of a youth aged 16 to 29 who is uncertain about their fall plans? Let them know about this terrific opportunity taking place entirely in Parksville.

Call 250.248.3205 to attend an Info Session.

Saahtlam Park - Detailed Design Park Plan 

Building on from the 2020 Conceptual Plan, the Town is now developing a Detailed Park Plan for Saahtlam Park (formerly known as St. Andrews Waterfront Park).

While the Conceptual Park Plan provided a preliminary plan with a general overview of the proposed park design, this Detailed Park Plan will now provide a more comprehensive and detailed roadmap for the park project, with specific information about the site, facilities, amenities, landscaping, and programming. 

Lanarc Consultants have been hired to facilitate this process and conduct public input to help inform the decision-making process. Public engagement opportunities are anticipated to commence in September 2023.

For more information on the project visit qualicumbeach.com/_standrews

Quialicum Beach Emergency Cooling Centre

 Location: Civic Centre Lions Room, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach

·        Date: Tuesday, Augus15 to Friday, August 18

·        Hours: 10 am to 6 pm  

  The Temporary Cooling Centre will provide an air-conditioned facility, with seating and cold water to support residents during the hottest hours of the day.

Coombs Rodeo: This Weekend August 19 & 20

The B.C. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure says Highway 4 will be closed for two days this month – Thursday, Aug. 17, and Thursday, Aug. 24.

The Thursday closures will last from 8:30 a.m. until 9 p.m.

Click HERE for more information on traffice closures on Highway 4A.

VIU Supports Newcomers to Canada

Pursue Trades Careers

Nanaimo, BC: Newcomers to Canada who want to pursue a career in the trades will get some extra help starting this September, thanks to a new program at Vancouver Island University (VIU).

Called Trades Pathways for Newcomers, the cohort-based bridging program supports newcomers looking for a career in the trades by ensuring they have the skills, knowledge and supports to successfully transition into the educational programs that will get them there. 



2023 Qualicum Beach Mile Swim

Aug 20, 2023

The Town of Qualicum Beach takes great pride in partnering with the Regional District of Nanaimo in hosting the annual Ocean Mile Swim event on Sunday August 20, 2023. Registration from 8am, and swim kickoff at 10am

This friendly competition, held at the picturesque Qualicum Beach waterfront, serves as a testament to the community's dedication in promoting active lifestyles. The event has garnered immense popularity over the years, drawing swimmers of all ages and abilities to showcase their skills in the one-mile course.

With 14 award categories, the Ocean Mile Swim offers a diverse range of opportunities for participants to strive for excellence. Whether a seasoned swimmer looking to push their limits or a newcomer eager to take part in a competition, there is a category for everyone.

Categories to participate in are:

• 1st overall

• 1st District 69

• 1st Female

• 1st Open Class

• Youngest Swimmer

• Most Senior Swimmer

• 1st - 13 & under

• 1st - 14 to 18 Yrs

• 1st - 19 to 25 Yrs

• 1st - 26 to 35 Yrs

• 1st - 36 to 45 Yrs

• 1st - 46 to 55 Yrs

• 1st - 56 to 64 Yrs

• 1st - 65 Yrs & over

• 1st - Senior Woman

Registrations open at 8am on the day of the event, and swimming kicks off at 10 am. Meet next to the Shores Restaurant, and stay until the trophy presentations at the end of the event.

Help Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club Choose a New Restaurant with this Short Survey!

The Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Course is initiating the process of exploring options for a new restaurant and operators, to be in place next fall. To help build the best options, Charles McQuade, Director of House & Bar of the QBMGC has created a short survey to canvass preferences from members of the course and all members of the community that they currently service.

Their goal is to reach as many golfers, community groups, tourists, visitors & guests as possible and would appreciate your feedback by taking this quick survey. The link is here:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/G86F77Y

PQB NEWS STORY THE WEEK

Qualicum Beach gets $289K to Help Replace Aging Airport Fuelling System



With assistance from the BC Air Access Program (BCAAP), the Town of Qualicum Beach has secured funding to replace its aging aviation gas fuel system.

The $289,294 in funding from BCAAP will help cover the $340,346 cost of replacement for the fuel storage system and dispensing unit to ensure safer operations and expanding storage capacity to meet the growing needs of the aviation community.

The new storage system and dispensing unit will feature an above-ground, double-walled containment tank, designed to provide a safe and reliable storage solution that mitigates the risk of leakage, and potential environmental damage.

The Latest News from the

Canadian Chamber of Commerce

Submission for the Pre-Budget Consultations in Advance of the 2024 Federal Budget

The Canadian Chamber of Commerce, on behalf of our broader membership of 200,000 Canadian businesses, has submitted our 2024 pre-budget recommendations to the federal government.

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Click HERE to read the entire blog

Qualicum Beach Time Capsule:

Snow White Motel

The Snow White Motel and Cottages were built in 1945, for a Mr. and Mrs. Laver. Its name signified that it had white sheets. From 1970 to 1975 it was owned by Jim and Irene Mitchell, and they emphasized the Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs theme. There were were seven units which they named after each of the dwarfs, and four cottages named Snow White, Prince Charming, Bambi and Thumper. The last owners were Jim and Jutta Storey. The buildings were sold in 1990 and replaced by a condominium. Pictured here is Snow White Motel, c. 1990.

(source: Brad Wylie: Qualicum Beach, A History; photo courtesy of Qualicum Beach Museum)

What's New at the Old School House?!?

This Week's tip from Ilana: Come check our new Merch!

TOSH now carries a wide variety of sweaters, hoodies , T - Shirts, tote bags and more! Come in and check them out! They make great gifts and of course, all the proceeds go towards supporting the Old School House Art Gallery!