May's "Must-See" Events in Oceanside

Oceanside Taxi is off to a great start and we're looking forward to May - the start of the tourist season and some big, annual events here in Oceanside.

But first, an update on our "quest" for an accessible taxi licence (since some of you have been asking): the PTB is now reviewing the application and submissions from the community.  We're not sure how long this process is going to take but we'll keep you posted.  In the meantime, please help us thank a few of the individuals and groups that offered their encouragement and support letters:  the Society of Organized Services, Michelle Stilwell (Paralympic gold medalist), Dorothy with Driving Miss Daisy, the Town of Qualicum, ETHOS Career Management Group, Nancy Whelan (of local "Williwaw" fame) and Gerry Price with the Measuring Up Committee (there are more - and we thank you, too - but too many to list here).  We've been blessed to be included in a community that is so passionate about giving everyone, no matter what the circumstances, a chance to fully enjoy and participate in all that Oceanside has to offer.  If you want sand between your toes and don't mind getting it in your... wheelchair... then we're hoping that you'll soon be able to travel in one of our accessible taxis to one of the beautiful Oceanside beaches.

On to May "mentions"... have you made plans for Mother's Day, yet?  It's this Sunday the 8th (all day, men, with no hockey breaks) and the taxis are ready to go.  Flower deliveries are a big hit at this time of year, too (we'll do the delivery!).  But what about the Fire and Ice Festival in Qualicum or one of the newly opened Farmers Markets?  We don't want anyone to miss out on these events so we'll have our cars and van out in these areas on Saturday May 7th.  The annual Joint Chamber Meeting with Parksville and Qualicum is coming up on the 12th (Oceanside Taxi has RSVP'd) at the Parksville Community & Conference Centre (we think we'll take a cab to this event). Our family is also looking forward to Family Days (we love a good parade) in Qualicum on the 29th - hope we see you there!

Parksville and Qualicum have some great groups working to let you know what's going on in the community so we thought we'd share a few of their online links with you...

Qualicum Beach and Parksville Tourism
Parksville Chamber of Commerce
Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce
Harbour Living