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TERRACE - Local MP Nathan Cullen might not be the leader of the federal NDP party — but his third-place ranking in last week’s leadership race means he was one of the top contenders. Of seven vying for the leadership role to the federal Conservatives’ official opposition, Skeena-Bulkley Valley MP Cullen’s popularity climbed past what had first been expected by political pundits in Canada. He was dubbed a wild-card contender March 24th when he made it to the third ballot alongside long-time NDP organizer Brian Topp and now leader Thomas Mulcair, a Montreal MP. Votes of support for various contenders rolled in during last Saturday’s NDP leadership convention held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Cullen was eliminated from the race after the third ballot — after which he could have directed his supporters toward either remaining contender. Instead, he released them to choose for

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After the fourth ballot, Mulcair became the newest leader of the federal NDP party since Jack Layton’s death August 22, 2011. And while Cullen might not be leader, his third-place ranking is still a victory said many after the race, including the NDP president of the Skeena-Bulkley Valley riding Arjunna Miyagawa. “Regardless of the outcome, this is a huge win for Nathan Cullen,� said Miyagawa. “He has ultimately raised the profile of the Skeena-Bulkley Valley riding and the issues of Canadians across the country,� he said. Terrace’s mayor Dave Pernarowski agrees. “Everywhere he went he talked about northwestern B.C.,� he said. “I think Nathan did a wonderful job. “He is clearly a candidate that has shown a great deal of honesty and integrity throughout the campaign.� Late federal NDP leader Jack Layton’s widow Olivia Chow also congratulated Cullen on his campaign, saying he was “such a class act,� who championed the environment, oceans, food security and the economy.

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Kitimat short acute beds overflow from acute care — the regular hospital beds. Right now the 22 acute care beds are filled and up to four beds in ER have basically become almost permanent acute beds. But Goffinet said that is the result of a trickle down effect because acute beds are being occupied by patients who should be in the multi-level care wing. He then revealed that the NHA is only funding for 17 acute care nurses, five less than the actual number of beds in the hospital. Asked when the last time was that acute beds were empty, Goffinet said, “We’re led to believe they’re full about all the time.� He also noted that if all beds are full, elective surgery cannot be scheduled and that in turn means waiting lists get longer. [Elective surgery includes orthopaedic surgery such as joint replacements.] Pointing out Kitimat was trying to persuade people to retire here - “and it’s working� - Goffinet said that potentially posed a longer term problem. While these retirees were active now, down the road their health would inevitably fail and the pressure on the hospital would become even greater.

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KITIMAT - Kitimat Health Advocacy Group chairman Rob Goffinet had some good news for members at their latest meeting. And a revelation. Goffinet said the Northern Health Authority (NHA) has committed to upgrading the emergency wing “to make it better able to serve the increasing emergency room demand.� Goffinet explained the influx of workers on the Kitimat Modernisation Project sees them using the emergency room instead of a General practitioner. As a result, doctors and KHAG continue to push for at least two emergency room nurses being on duty at all times. “The emergency room is being overtaxed and one emergency nurse is unacceptable.� He also noted some help is being considered by Rio Tinto Alcan and other companies considering construction camps here in the future by upgrading their medical stations to “an intermediate care facility to head off as many people as possible so they don’t come to the ER.� Goffinet said a continuing problem with the ER is one created by an

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TERRACE - Teachers are winding down extracurricular activities as they decide what to do now that legislation has halted their job action. “That’s one of the very few options that we have left under Bill 22,� said president of the Terrace and District Teachers’ Union Karen Andrews of legislation that requires teachers to take up work duties they’ve been refusing to perform since September. A province-wide vote will be held by teachers on April 17 and 18 to determine their next step in response to Bill 22, or The Education Improvement Act, which extends Teachers’ former collective agreement while a mediator is appointed to find a new one. Some of the things that will be voted on by teachers at that time are the withdrawal of extracurricular activities, along with the possibility of a second vote which would decide on a full withdrawal of teaching services, says

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cause they say it leaves important issues – such as class sizes and the number of special needs students in each class unaddressed. Those issues and a 15 per cent wage increase over a three-year period have been the major sticking points between the two parties in negotiations. While the government is sticking to its netzero mandate on wages, the Education Improvement Act does add $165 million over three years to improve services for special needs students.

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SQCRD tows a “status quo” budget for 2012 By Alan Hale THE NORTHERN CONNECTOR

PRINCE RUPERT -The Skeena – Queen Charlotte Regional District approved its 2012 budget last Friday, meaning now the municipalities can begin their own budgeting processes. The regional district’s budget is essentially a status quo budget with no projected surpluses or deficits for the year. In short, the district plans to break even. That said, the regional district is modestly increasing its tax revenues to keep up with increasing costs; they will be receiving an additional $22,999 in property tax revenues collected by the provincial government – an overall budget increase of 1.92 per cent over last year. An increase of that size doesn’t seem like much, but the district’s municipalities will see their share of the budget tax-revenue increase $41,460 (a 5.7 per cent overall increase) in order to make up for reductions in tax revenues from the electoral areas on the Haida Gwaii (municipalities on the islands are seeing their share going up however). Prince Rupert’s share of the district’s tax revenues will increase by $28,751 up to a total of $509,953; an increase of 5.97 per cent. The regional district’s general expenses for 2012 are expected to be $831,511 an increase of about $55,000 from last year. Most of that number can be attributed to the purchase of new digital money management system for local governments earlier this year known as VADIM,

which cost the district a one-time expense of $52,740. The district’s total revenues do not cover all of these expenses, but what would be a deficit of $83,172 is being covered by surplus money left over from last year to break even. Residential taxes will have to be increased slightly to pay for the district’s general administration expenses. The 2012 rate will be $16.59 per every $100,000 of assessed property value, which is a $1.01 increase from last year’s rate. Prince Rupert tax revenues make up 72.6 per cent of the district’s tax requisitions. Other than that there hasn’t been many other significant changes to the district’s administration costs this year. The budget for the Prince Rupert Regional Archives is being increased slightly by $702 to cover an unexpected deficit from last year for that amount. Other than that, the archive’s expenses remain at the usual level of $68,004 a year and is budgeted to break even in 2012. Prince Rupert provides 90.1 per cent of the tax revenue for the archive’s budget, and the property tax rate to cover the archive’s expenses is being increased by 1 cent this year to $3.80 per every $100,000 of assessed property values. The budget for the North Pacific Cannery is also effectively the same as last year, with costs holding steady at the usual amount $88,200. The district is spending $297 less than that amount and using an unexpected surplus of the same amount from last year in order to break even.

Prince Rupert and Port Edward each provide 40 per cent of the taxes used to fund the cannery and the residential tax rates for both communities to gather their contributions are actually going down. Prince Rupert’s is dropping 5 cents to 2.18 per 100,000 and Port Ed’s is dropping $1.20 to $42.21 per $100,000. Prince Rupert’s recycling depot may have gone well over -budget last year, but it still ended up with an unexpected surplus of $19,817 for 2011. Because of this, the regional district is putting a total of $21,846 aside for later equipment purchases – a big change from the $2,029 put aside last year – while still keeping a balanced budget for the recycling depot which is expected to have $585,801of expenses this year. Putting all that money in reserve for equipment purchases will be a controversial decision for some recyclers who wanted to see the district increase the Saturday hours increased instead. The tax revenue portion of the depot’s budget is still being increased over last year’s by about $10,000 to $182,317. Prince Rupert residents provide 90.1 per cent of this amount and the residential tax rate to support the depot is being increased by 41 cents to $10.72 per every $100,000.

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KITIMAT - Last month loud laughter was heard in Kitimat at the Stand Up For Charity event hosted by the Kitimat Kinsmen Club. The evening was a great success and fun was had by all. Comedians Mike McGuire, Chris James and headliner Carter Hortie brought great humour and antics to a sold-out audience. From the proceeds of that event, the Kinsmen were able to donate $1,000 to the Kitimat General Hospital Foundation. Above, Foundation chairman Corinne Scott (left) accepts the cheque from Sarah Crampton. Left to right are Kinsmen (back row) Dan Stenson, Ron Skuggedal and Jason Escaler, (middle) Rachel Stelmacker, Christine Dielschneider and Stephen Ong and in front Sharole Bell and Foundation director Doug Read. The Kinsmen hope to make this an annual event.

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School board considers longer break, public will be asked for its comments TERRACE - The Coast Mountains school district will be asking the public what it thinks about adopting a twoweek spring break for next school year. At its March 14th school board meeting, the board approved taking the current standard school calendar and an adjusted calendar, which would include a two-week spring break, to consultation with the public. “We are sitting down

with people to discuss the difference between the two calendars,” said board chair Art Erasmus. “We are going to take that out there, and see how people feel for next year.” Currently spring break runs from March 18 – 22; in the adjusted calendar it would run from March 18 – 29. As March 29 next year is a holiday because of Good Friday, only four days of instructional time would be missed,

which would be made up by adding six minutes to each school day. Erasmus said twothirds of school districts in the province operate on the extended break schedule. He said the benefits of this is that families can use this time for extended travel; a disadvantage would be families who don’t have the resources to arrange an extra week of childcare. Erasmus said the new calendar was not

brought on to be of any financial benefit, although non-teaching employees who are paid by the hour will need to be consulted as they will lose four days of work. Meetings will be held in Terrace at the school board offices on April 4th and in Kitimat at Mount Elizabeth Secondary school on the same day. A third meeting will be held April 5th in Hazelton at Hazelton Senior secondary school.

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Slap with fish leads to family dispute TERRACE - On March 20, police received a report of a family dispute over someone being slapped with a fish. On March 27, police said there would not be any charges as the slap was accidental and the parties involved were able to come to a peaceful resolution.

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Departing editor leaves a legacy of reporters Jeff Nagel and Derrick Penner The lights are going out all over Kitimat. Yes, long-serving Northern Sentinel editor Malcolm Baxter is retiring. And from Vancouver to Toronto, those who once worked with him are raising a toast to a journalistic presence that is celebrated far beyond the Aluminum city. “As a young reporter working in the same newsroom as Malcolm – back when photos were shot on film, there was beer in the office fridge and most of the staff smoked as they typed – I tried to soak up everything he said,” recalls Jeff Nagel, formerly of the Terrace Standard and now reporting at the Surrey Leader. Those who worked with him invariably remember news meetings at the pub, where Malcolm would hold court with local politicians who knew where to find him and impart more wisdom to his younger scribes over a pint. Most would say he had a certain cunning in predicting the ebbs and flows of the political tides. And he was relentless in holding local decision-makers to account, preferably through intense scrutiny of a budget or report culminating in the ah-ha discovery of a

nugget of news. “I don’t think I would have got where I did in newspapering without him,” Nagel said. “He reinforced early that no story is too small, hard work is essential and that you have to keep your inner compass trained on what’s right.” Those who advanced from Baxter’s tutelage to much larger papers include Vancouver Sun business reporter Derrick Penner, and Mary Vallis, the Toronto Star’s Canada editor, formerly of the National Post. Excited to join the Sentinel for her first job in journalism, Vallis showed up in Baxter’s office two days early, while the latest edition was closing. Baxter made the eager cub reporter sit in a chair and read back issues until deadline – and then he took her to his real office, the pub. “I didn’t expect the editor to work in a Sonic the Hedgehog T-shirt, but that’s how Malcolm rolled,” Vallis said. Baxter threw her a bone by allowing her to interview union leader Buzz Hargrove when he came to town. Looking at Penner, Baxter said: “Lamb to the wolves.” “I’d never thought of myself as a wolf before,” Vallis said, laughing. “He gave me a chance. That counted for a lot, and it got me hooked on journalism.”

Many a great Baxter yarn dated from his student days in Britain. “My favourite story was the one where he got Margaret Thatcher drunk,” recalls Penner. “That was the tabloid headline, which catches you by surprise. The details though were far more plausible than the announcement of what was to come.” It was the early 1970s and Baxter was on the executive of the Conservative club of his university, which had occasion to host Thatcher, who was a junior minister at the time and long before becoming the “Iron Lady.” “They were students, and Malcolm acknowledged they were perhaps too good of hosts when it came to the wine, which led to to the horrifying realization that Madam Thatcher was a little tipsy. I’m a little hazy on the exact sequence, but I remember something about Maggie being extracted with graceful aplomb.” The moral of the story – as was the moral of so many Baxterisms – was that no political figure, no matter how mighty, was beyond being human. Penner and Baxter worked together at the Sentinel for three eventful years in the community, which could be summed up as equal parts reporting, story-telling during endless “editorial meet-

Malcolm Baxter, shown here brainstorming another one of his many scathing editorials. File photo ings” at the Ol’ Keg, and fishing. “Malcolm essentially left me to run with my curiosity and figure out for myself what was important,” Penner said. “It was the kind of encouragement I needed at the time, for which I’ll be forever grateful.” All good things have to come to an end though, and

when Penner felt the call to move on, accepting a job in Campbell River, Baxter sent him off with the understanding he’d prepared another reporter for the wider world. “Before we first formally met, I knew who Malcolm was,” Penner said. “But when he rolled up to the Ol’ Keg in that big blue Mercury Cougar, I still half-expected some

Terrace Standard editor weighs in Rod Link It was an easy decision to steal away Malcolm Baxter from then-rival The Northern Sentinel when The Terrace Standard started publishing in Terrace in early 1988. Having someone of Malcolm’s experience, knowledge and background gave The Terrace Standard the solid news base it needed in order to do the job at hand. I remember former Terrace mayor Jack Talstra’s grin when he named former city councillor Darryl Laurent as “city council’s watchdog,” someone to keep a close eye on City of Terrace happenings. Perhaps so. But we knew who

was also on the job - Malcolm. If it was easy to lure Malcolm away in 1988, it was equally as easy for Malcolm to become the editor of The Northern Sentinel in 1995. His connection to Kitimat runs as deep as anyone’s. His father, Basil Baxter, was on the first Kitimat municipal council and there’s a Baxter Avenue in Kitimat. Malcolm’s knowledge has served the community well in explaining the intricacies of everyday life and of larger issues affecting the community and the northwest. He’s brought humour, wit and wis-

dom to community newspaper journalism which at the best of times is a challenge of trying to satisfy competing interests while wrestling with that ever-present monster called a deadline. Who else could have thought up the perfect April Fool’s joke for both Kitimat and Terrace? It was moving the respective city halls to a new and joint location on Hwy37 halfway between the two municipalities. It’s a privilege to have Malcolm as a friend and colleague. Fortunately he’ll be setting up residence in Terrace so those gardening and English horse racing tips won’t be far away.

six-foot-two guy to get out. It was a car that suited his outsized personality, perhaps, more than his stature.” “And while he may be retiring, Mayor Monaghan better not think she’s getting off the hook, I’m sure he’ll keep a close eye on what’s going on and a sharp pen to continue commenting from the sidelines.”

News is serious business Jennifer Lang, editor of the Cloverdale Reporter, said Baxter may have held news meetings in the pub, but he took his role – and the role of a community newspaper – seriously. “Malcolm is a great friend, mentor, and yes – role model. He respects and understands his readers, never underestimating their intelligence – or their right to a really awesome local newspaper,” she said. “I draw inspiration for his undimmed passion for the craft, his inexhaustible curiosity, and will forever remain envious of his ability to think of fresh story angles.”

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PRINCE RUPERT Construction at Ridley Terminals In Prince Rupert continues at a steady pace as the project enters its second year of development. The first year included the installation of two dumper barrels in December 2011, which marked the first actualized capacity growth at the terminal since it was commissioned in 1983. 2011’s planned works wrapped up when Arctic Construction finished clearing 44 acres of additional lands for improvement. The second year will involve site civil works, upgrades of the existing stacker/reclaimers, delivery of a third stacker/ reclaimer, installation of additional conveyance, and installation and upgrade of nearly 14 km of rail infrastructure. After a competitive bidding process Adventure Paving of Prince Rupert, BC was awarded the contract for the site civil works. They mobilized and began work mid-March. Sandvik will be delivering the

nals Capacity realization project will cost approximately $200 million and is funded entirely by revenue from operations. The project is expected to require an approximate total of 690,000 person hours, or 350 person years, during the construction period. In 2007 Ridley Terminals employed 48 employees, today the number of employees totals 131. Ridley Terminals has added 19 permanent full-

time positions since August 2011, and more positions will be added as capacity continues to increase through 2014. “RTI’s federal government mandate to operate in a commercial manner, embraced by our workers, has lifted productivity; made us profitable; and enabled a Benefits Agreement with First Nations. This expansion stage is a major positive result from those changes,” noted RTI Chair Bud Smith.

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PRINCE RUPERT - While not largely acknowledged, March 23, 1972, would play a major role in the development and future of Prince Rupert It was on this day the National Harbours Board assumed title of federally owned land and water lots in Prince Rupert and the Prince Rupert Port Authority was created to administer and manage local port activities. In the last 40 years, the growth of Prince Rupert as a port has been quite spectacular, says president and CEO Don Krusel. “Prince Rupert called itself a port in 1972, but it was not really much of a port. Since then it’s astounding to see where we came from. At the time Fairview terminal didn’t exist, Prince Rupert Grain didn’t exist - although there was a government grain terminal that was struggling - we didn’t have the coal terminal and we certainly didn’t have a cruise terminal,” said Krusel, who will have been with the Port Authority for 25 years this December and has served as CEO for the last 20 years. “If one were to graph the progress of the port, it would be a gradual rise for the first 20 years, then it would get much steeper. In the last five years it would get even steeper...I think the slow rise was the struggle of Prince Rupert

to gain recognition of its potential. We have to thank the early pioneers, like Dr. Hick and Joe Scott, who pressured the government and other industry to recognize Prince Rupert.” That lobbying effort resulted in the opening of Prince Rupert Grain and Ridley Terminals in the 1980s, which joined Fairview bulk terminal that opened in 1977. But Krusel said the biggest turning point of the past 40 years happened with the opening of the new Fairview Terminal in 2007. “With the opening of Ridley Island with a grain and coal terminal, it put Prince Rupert on a new plain of recognition, but the huge turning point was Fairview Terminal being converted to a container terminal. Until then, one could say that Prince Rupert was a regional port...We had no international recognition and unless you were a shipper of someone buying the product you knew nothing of Prince Rupert,” he said. “Once it became a container facility, Prince Rupert was known around North America and literally around the world...Because of that success and that recognition, it adds to our ability to attract more customers and more business to Prince Rupert.” When asked if he could have envisioned what the Port of Prince Rupert would become, Krusel said he and others who worked with the Prince Rupert Port Authority in the past 40 years felt something like this was possible.

“If you look at the strategic plans 15 years ago, there is talk that our time was coming. There was talk about the growth in China and Asia, and about Prince Rupert being the closest port to those markets. It took longer to realize that potential than envisioned, but we’re now harvesting that potential,” he said. “For the longest time the talk was about a port of potential, but one that was always falling short. Now we are the port of prosperity and we’re realizing that potential...Back then the challenge was how to harvest that potential and grow. Now the challenge is how to hold on to this racing horse that’s galloping down the track.” With 40 years now come and gone, Krusel said people on the North Coast can expect much more to come in the decades ahead. “We have the land, the efficiency and the economy to capitalize on our potential. The stage is set for a dramatic increase... We’ve been focussed for the last 20 years on growing. Now that the growth is coming we have to look at how we grow. We don’t want growth just for growth’s sake,” he said, adding that growth should be done securely, safely and sustainably. “You won’t recognize this port 20 years from now. Barring a world economic catastrophe, the stage is set for Prince Rupert to play a key role in trade between North America and Asia.”

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Terrace ranks poorly on list of best places to live in country By Margaret Speirs THE NORTHERN CONNECTOR

TERRACE - Terrace ranks low for another year on the Money Sense magazine Best Places to Live List. Terrace comes in at No. 169 out of 190, placing us in the bottom 10 per cent. That’s compared to our 164th place out of 179 last year, in the bottom eight per cent. “After the last report from this magazine, I invited the writer and management from the publication to come visit Terrace for a first hand look. “They have not taken me up on that offer yet,” said mayor Dave Pernarowski, adding that in his view Terrace will al-

ways be Number 1. The list compiles data from municipalities and Statistics Canada information and other sources, said the magazine on its website, where the list is located. The list includes cities and towns with populations of more than 10,000. Cities are ranked according to 22 categories and given an overall rating. Categories included walk/bike to work, weather, population growth, unemployment, household income, new cars, crime, doctors, transit and amenities. “There is more to a community than just statistics on a page. Those stats don’t accurately measure what Terrace

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Terrace and the entire region.” Other northwest cities on the list include Quesnel at 172, Prince Rupert at 179 and Williams Lake at 189. The highest ranked B.C. city is Saanich at 15th place. The top city for the third year in a row is Ottawa. New this year are three more lists: Best Places to Retire (Terrace No. 80), Best Places to Raise Kids (Terrace No. 158) and Best Places for Jobs (Terrace No. 148).

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Atoms take home the gold By Martina Perry THE NORTHERN CONNECTOR

PRINCE RUPERT - Prince Rupert Minor Hockey Association’s own Atom Seawolves earned themselves gold medals after winning every game they played during the Shane Davis Memorial hockey tournament held earlier this month. The Prince George Minor Hockey Association hosted the tournament that started on Friday, March 16, and ran until Sunday, March 18,

with 18 teams competing for the top title. The Prince Rupert hockey team won that title after winning six consecutive games in a row. “We played very well defensively,� said Coach Derek Northcott of the mixed-gender team. “There was a pretty solid team effort all around.� Prince Rupert’s own Brett Fudger was named the MVP player of the Atom Shane Davis Memorial tournament.

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Thornhill Jr. bands prepare for farewell By Margaret Speirs THE NORTHERN CONNECTOR

TERRACE - At this year’s Pacific Northwest Music Festival, Thornhill Jr. Secondary bands will be performing for the last time as the school is scheduled to close at the end of June. For band teacher Michael Wen, who has been teaching at the school for 25 years, he isn’t thinking about it as the last time. “I was thinking more about the preparation of the performance and the performance itself, and it never occurred to me to think of it as the last time, perhaps on reflection I will,” he said about Thornhill Junior performing with Skeena Junior and Caledonia Senior bands at the recent Music Extravaganza. When he began teaching at Thornhill Jr., only 16 students were

in band and he built the program from there. The school received its first invitation to MusicFest Canada in 1991 but didn’t go until 1995, he said. The bands go to Ottawa this year for their 12th time at the festival, he said. Last year in Richmond, the concert band won gold and the jazz band won silver, he said. There’s been lots of memorable band moments. They include the first time the concert band won gold in 1996, the first time the jazz band won gold in 2001, a couple of years both bands won gold and a nomination for an international band award. Students’ behaviour is another highlight. “At MusicFest Canada 2009, the kids were so excited about winning the gold, when I announced it, I think we were on the bus in the

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We know a smile we would love to see, A loving face so dear, We know a hand we would love to hold A voice we long to hear. We know a heart thoughtful and true; We know them all because we love you. Words are few and thoughts are deep, Memories of you We will always keep.

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FAIRBAIRN

Catherine (Flo) Nicholson With Sincere Thanks & Appreciation

Happy 50th wedding Anniversary - March 31st

We would like to extend our thanks to Dr. Tse, Dr. Kloppers, and all the wonderful staff at the hospital, the Manor and the Assisted Living Residence for their kindness and care shown to our mother. Her suffering was much lessened because of them. To the First United Church Minister Derry Bott, church choir, and volunteers, a big thank you for the luncheon and the wonderful heartfelt service. And of course to our cherished family and friends who gave us much needed emotional support through this difÀcult time, Thank you. Our mother, grandmother and friend will always be forever in our hearts.

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Don, Marj & Family

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March 26, 2012 Love, Your Family!

Cards of Thanks Mr. & Mrs. William Grant Nelson

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ATTENTION BUSINESS owners. Fully automated Payday Loan Kiosks now available. Minimum investment $14,995 Visit www.Qcash.ca or call toll free at 1-855-279-9442.

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Prince Rupert Skating Club Annual General Meeting Thursday April 11, 2012, 7:30pm at the Civic Centre Raven Room. All Positions Vacant Nomination Forms available in the PRSC Office.

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We sadly announce the passing of Don Collison Loving Husband, Father & Friend; on March 11, 2012 he will be greatly missed by all.

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On December 10, 2011 in Prince Rupert at the age of 68. Kit Fairbairn, beloved husband of Eliza; passed away. The family will celebrate his life at the Moose Hall on April 4, 2012 from 12:30 to 4:00 pm. All are welcome. Service will be ofÀciated by Dick Knox at 1:00 pm.

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Sunday, April 1 10:30 Worship Service Rio Chico Team Report April 6 10:30 am Good Friday Communion Service

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Passion Sunday “Christ became obedient for us even to death, dying on the cross. Therefore God raised him on high and gave him the name above all every name.” Philippians 2:8-9

Sunday April 1 9:00 am & 11:15 am Celebration of the Eucharist

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Full Gospel Bible Fellowship ALL ARE WELCOME Pastor Mickeal Hoffman 1340 Kingfisher Avenue - Church Ph. 250-632-5623

Sunday, April 1, 2012 10:30 am Morning Worship Service Where everyone is someone, and Jesus is LORD!

Haisla Pentecostal Assembly

FIRST UNITED CHURCH 1180 Kingfisher Ave. • Ph. 250-632-7149 Email: kituc@telus.net • Rev. Larry Scott www.kitimatunitedchurch.ca/index.html

April 1 Palm Sunday 11 am “The Passion Revisited” April 5 Maunday Thursday Meditative Service between 7 and 9 pm April 6 Good Friday 11 am “When Death Prevails”

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 840 Columbia Ave. – Ph. 250-632-6014 Email: kitimatfbc@telus.net Rev. Paul Stade - Rev. Tim Coleman

1103 Tweedsmuir Avenue, Kitimat Phone 250.632.6074

Sunday, April 1, 2012 “Bible Connections” for all ages 9:30 am with light breakfast Worship 11:00 am “Jesus Needs a Donkey” Mark 11:1-11 Good Friday 11 am (Communion)

Sunday, January 8 Service 11:00 am REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH

CONGREGATION OF LUTHERAN CHURCH CANADA

Pastor Clint Magnus • ph. 250-632-6962 KITIMAT 1474 Nalabila Blvd.

11:00 am Sunday Worship 9:45 am Bible Study and Sunday School

Easter Week Services Sunday, April 1 Service - Sermon “The Covenants of the Lord” Good Friday Service 11:00 Sermon “It Is Finished.” Easter Sunday Sermon “He is Risen.”

Pacific Cornerstone Baptist Church Join us

Sunday Mornings at 11am Kitimat Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 2109 Forest Ave.

Messages by Pastor John Piper via DVD Salvation by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, to the glory of God alone! For more information phone 250-632-4924

Christ Church Anglican All are Welcome

1739 Gyrfalcon • Ph. 250-632-7812 kitimatchristchurchanglican.awardspace.com

Sunday April 1 Passion Sunday 10:30 am April 5 Maunday Thursday 6:30 pm April 6 Good Friday 10:30 Eucharist with Fr. Luke Anker

The Harvest THE HARVEST MINISTRIES CANADA

Held at the Eagle Centre Theater, 193 Nechako Centre Ph. 250-632-5501 email: the-harvest@live.ca www.harvestministriescanada.com View live webstreaming of Saturday Services at: www.ustream.tv/channel/eagle-broadcast

Saturday Night Services Saturday, March 31 - Fellowship Pre-Service Prayer 7:00 pm Service 7:30 pm

Everyone welcome!!!

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Full and Part time for Coastal Taxi. We are also hiring part time dispatchers. Send resume & drivers abstract to PO Box 56 Kitimat, BC V8C 2G6 No phone calls

Baker Hughes Alberta based oilďŹ eld services company is currently hiring;

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KITIMAT - JITTERS CAFE is looking for an Honest, Reliable, Hardworking, Mature person available to work part time, all shifts. Must have Food Safe. Apply in Person to Jitters Cafe, Upper City Centre Mall.

KITIMAT - P/T WAITRESS wanted. Food Safe & Serving it Right preferred. Drop off resume at Chop Suey Kitchen 424 Enterprise Ave. after 4 p.m. Call 250.632-6666 Looking for a live in caretaker for an 80 suite apartment block in Kitimat. Maintenance skills a must. Please email: robert.herman@sterlingmgmt.ca or fax resume to 250.785.2852 Attention: Robert MARDEN AUTO HAULING LTD. a Salmon Arm based small trucking company. Seeking Heavy Duty Mechanic Welding, hydraulic exp necessary Own tools. Competitive wages, Class1 driver, towing carrier, exp. an asset. Resume/abstract. fax 250-8040680, email: patlabr@telus.net Moby Dick Hotel is taking applications for front desk & waitress positions. Drop off resume at the lobby. No Phone calls please.

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Drivers/Courier/ Trucking DRIVERS WANTED: TerriďŹ c career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Experience Needed!! Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 wks. vacation & beneďŹ ts pkg. Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License with air brake endorsement. High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver DO NOT FILL IN CITY or STATE

Education/Trade Schools AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualiďŹ ed- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 1(877)818-0783. APPLY NOW: Pennywise Scholarship For Women to attend Journalism certiďŹ cate course at Langara College in Vancouver. Deadline May 30, 2012. More information: www.bccommunitynews.com EMPLOYERS SEEK out CanScribe grads. Contact us today. 1-800-466-1535 info@canscribe.com www.canscribe.com TRAIN TO be an Apartment/Condominium Manager at home! We have jobs across Canada. Thousands of graduates working. 31 years of success! Government certiďŹ ed. www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-6658339, 604-681-5456.

Help Wanted CLARK FREIGHTWAYS This growing and well established Coquitlam based LTL carrier in business for over 50 years is looking for an individual to support our CORE Values for future success at our Prince Rupert Terminal. We are currently hiring for the following positions: P/T Company Town Driver/Warehouseman. This position requires a Class 1 license with air and involves both driving and warehouse work. Variable shifts and start times. Minimum starting wage of $19.10/hour. P/T On call Branch Clerk; Must have excellent data entry and typing skills, good command of the English language, and a strong attention to detail. Pref. given to those candidates with prev. exp. in the transportation industry. Please send resume, cover letter and abstract to: 341 Kaien Road, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 4B7 or Fax (250) 624-5084, Attn: Doug MacKenzie HELP WANTED lounge servers/Bartenders, front desk clerks, housekeeping & restaurant cooks. Full & Part time positions available. Training provided Lounge & Kitchen Staff must have Serving it Right CertiďŹ cates. Call Desiree at 250-798-2214 or email desiree.mountlayton@yahoo.com

KITIMAT - FORTUNE KITCHEN is hiring a full time delivery driver. Must have own vehicle. Drop resume to 410 Enterprise Ave or email evasieu@telus.net Phone 250.632.3838

3rd or 4th apprentice or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics with their Red Seal and CVIP License to work in Red Deer & Hinton. Please call 250-718-3330 or Fax: 1-888-679-0759 For more information or send your resume & current drivers abstract to: driverclass1@shaw.ca

PR: CertiďŹ ed Security Licensed Guards, Security Workers Required. Send proof of certiďŹ cation with Resume. SPR Security, PO Box 1036, Prince Rupert, V8J 4B7

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WE are looking for Servers. Please drop down your resume to Shan Yan Restaurant at 4606 Greig Ave, Terrace. No phone calls please.

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Medical Laboratory Technologist LIFELABS TERRACE Duties: Hematology/urinalysis tests. Specimen Mgmt. Process & release patient results. Req’s: CSMLS registered. Apply at www.lifelabs.com

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Busy Import Dealership In Beautiful Terrace BC Immediate Opening for a

Parts and Service Counterperson The ideal candidate will have: Have Excellent Computer skills Have Excellent Communication Skills Time Management skills Vehicle knowledge Be able to work in a fast paced environment In In-House Training, Competitive Wages and BeneďŹ ts

Automotive Lot Attendant

We require a reliable person for our detail department Must have a valid drivers license Able to work in a fast paced environment Some Vehicle/mechanical knowledge and asset Experienced Preferred Apply to: Mark DeJong, General Manager mark@thornhillmotors.com Fax 250-635-3075 NO PHONE CALLS

Fax resume to 250-635-1625 We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

TL&T Electric Ltd. SMITHERS PARTS AND SERVICE

TRANSPORT MECHANIC Position available immediately for a Commercial Transport and/or Heavy Duty Mechanic. Competitive wages and full beneÀt package.

Please email resume to: Northern Sentinel 626 Enterprise Avenue Kitimat, BC V8C 2E4

Experience with Bombardier or KTM is an asset. Position is full time, wages based on experience.

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Applicants must have a working knowledge of the basic fundamentals of motorcycles, ATV’s and snowmobiles.

dgrootsps@telus.net Or by Fax: (250) 847-5048

Trigone International Consulting Group Inc. is presently building a bank of candidates to participate in the design and writing of the training material for a major construction project in Kitimat. If you have technical training and/or training in adult education, this may be for you.

Instructional Designers The Instructional Designers, under the responsibility of the General Manager, will design, create and write a variety of training material: trainer’s guides, exercise books, theoretical and practical reviews, job aids, etc., so that the material is ready for the training and start up of the new facilities. Main Responsibilities: • Evaluate the design time; • Research, select, and synthesize the technical information; • Write course objectives using competency based approach; • Design, create and write all the necessary training material; • Work in collaboration with Subject Matter Experts and assigned training advisors. Required QualiďŹ cations: • University degree in adult training strategies and/or relevant technical training and experience (technical training being a plus); • 3 to 5 years experience in one of the following ďŹ elds: process, mechanical or electrical maintenance; • Strong English writing skills; • Strong skills using MS Word, Execl, PowerPoint, Visio • Superior analytical skills; • Ability to methodically and rigorously synthesize information; • Team worker. We offer advantageous and very competitive work conditions. You’re interested? Send your resume to: Mr. Sabin Simard, General Manager ssimard@groupetrigone.com www.groupetrigone.com

TL&T Electric, located in Kitimat, British Columbia for over 40 years, is seeking an individual to join their team in the position of:

RECEPTIONIST / OFFICE ASSISTANT The work environment is high tempo and diverse in nature and requires an individual who is a self starter and enjoys working in a team environment. TL&T Electric Ltd. is seeking a person with a strong accounts payable background who is also proficient in computer programs such as Word and Excel. Payroll experience would be an asset. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must. Duties will include reception, payables, and other office duties as required or assigned. Renumeration for this position will be based on experience and performance. Should you wish to apply for this position in conďŹ dence, please do so via email to: TL&T Electric Ltd. 724 Enterprise Avenue Kitimat BC V8C 2E6 Email: llazar@tltelectric.com We thank all applicants in advance but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Archibald, Clarke & Defieux Insurance Services has an opening in their Prince Rupert office for a personal lines / autoplan representative. This is a full time position consisting of 35 hours per week and benefits are included after three months of employment. Salary is based on qualifications and / or experience. Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. The successful candidate should be well organized, well spoken and be fluent in English. The right individual who may be interested in a career, this position could be an excellent opportunity for advancement and training in the insurance industry. If you are interested in joining our office staff, please submit your resume and references to our office located in the lower level of Rupert Square Mall to the attention of Rita Van Summeren office manager or by email to rvansummeren@acdinsurance.com. No phone calls please. Closing date for this position is March 30, 2012

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Controller have openings for the following positions to meet the needs of our growing operations in the Kitimat and Terrace Area • Heavy Duty Mechanic - Kitimat/Terrace • Concrete Truck Drivers - Kitimat • Concrete Q.C. Technician - Kitimat We are a union company affiliated with the Operating Engineers and Teamsters. Qualified applicants can submit resumes by Email: Kentron - kentron@ycs.bc.ca Terrace Paving - kadanic@ycs.bc.ca Or by Fax: Kentron - 250-632-5048 Terrace Paving - 250-635-4121 Only those shortlisted will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Coastal ShellÀsh Corporation is a fast-paced, young business operating on the North Coast with a central ofÀce in Prince Rupert. The business is a partnership with the Coastal First Nations and a leading Chinese shellÀsh aquaculture company. Coastal ShellÀsh is undertaking a major expansion to become BC’s largest, fully integrated shellÀsh company with a hatchery already established in Prince Rupert and shellÀsh farms under development on Haida Gwaii and in the Prince Rupert region. The company is looking for an experienced Controller to be responsible for all accounting functions, reporting to the CEO. Candidates for this position should be extremely well organized, have excellent computer skills and prior experience as a senior level controller.

The Crest Hotel is growing and we are currently seeking a service minded individual to join our team as Executive Housekeeper.

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This full time supervisory position will entail overall supervision of our from 10:30am - 5:30pm Housekeeping department. Ensure outstanding cleanliness, detail, care and maintenance of guestrooms, along with public areas through hands on supervisory direction. The successful candidate will be committed to We’re our Crest Family on toa ensure cruisetheon building a teamtaking by supporting, coaching and training highest the “Inside Passage” withand Doug Davis standards of cleanliness, maintenance safety& areDebbie achieved throughout the hotel. of Adventure Tours to celebrate our

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The Crest Hotel offers a competitive salary, a medical and dental plan, and fantastic summer season! performance incentives If you are interested in joining our award winning customer service team, please submit your resumeRestaurant to Operations & Manager Paula Amorim at the The Waterfront Charley’s Lounge Crest Hotel 222 1st Ave. West Prince Rupert, BC. V8J 1A8.

will re-open on Sunday October 3rd at 5:30pm.

222 West First Avenue, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 1A8 tel 250.624.6771 fax 250.627.7666 info@cresthotel.bc.ca www.cresthotel.bc.ca

Only those candidates with relevant qualiÀcations and experience will be contacted for an interview. Please email or fax a resume and cover letter before April 16th to: Coastal ShellÀsh Corporation 206 – 100 McBride Street Prince Rupert, BC V8J 3E8 Fax (250) 622-0747 sam.bowman@coastalshellÀsh.com

GITKSAN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION IS SEEKING AN: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR You are an energetic, self-motivated, task-oriented individual who enjoys varied responsibilities as the senior representative and service delivery authority. The Executive Director is responsible for implementing of programs, goals and objectives as set by the Board, staff and community development. Management, administrative and financial experience is essential. Basic Requirements: • Significant experience and understanding of organizational, community, Board and proposal development; • Knowledge and understanding of current local and provincial political climate; • must possess excellent organizational, written and verbal skills; • ability to plan, guide and direct Commission programs in social, economic, finance, technical services, housing, lands and membership; • above average interpersonal relationship skills; • working knowledge of band administration, Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development reporting requirements and program guidelines; • Post Secondary Degree in Administration/ Management is a definite asset; • Knowledge of Gitksan culture and language is an asset; • Must possess a valid driver’s license; • Criminal Record check to be carried out. Should you possess the necessary skills and qualifications to fill this position please submit a covering letter, resume and at least three references to: Gitksan Government Commission P.O. Box 335, HAZELTON, B.C. V0J 1Y0 Phone: 250-842-2248 or Fax: 250-842-6299 OR E-mail: diane.mcrae@ggc.gitxsan.com Phone: 250-842-0041 A detailed job description may be obtained from the same address. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

Optometric Assistant A full time position is available for 3 to 5 days per week starting immediately. Successful applicant should have excellent communication skills and previous experience working with the public. The applicant should enjoy working in a fast paced professional environment and be prepared to be trained in all areas of the office operation. Prior experience will help determine wage rate. Please submit resume and hand written cover letter to: Park Optometry 558 Mountainview Square Kitimat BC V8C 2N2 Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Branch Manager Major Canadian Scaffold Company requires an energetic, outgoing, organized, business minded individual for our new Terrace, B.C. branch. We require someone who can take our business from zero to the top. We want someone with a passion for excellence and the desire to succeed. Scaffold experience is not necessary yet preferred. Industrial construction experience is a definite asset. Previous management experience would also be an asset. A working knowledge of the Terrace, Kitimat, and Prince Rupert construction business would be most advantageous. We offer a competitive salary, bonus opportunity, benefits package and a company vehicle. If you think you have what it takes to run a successful branch operation then apply now! Please forward your resume to: onlyostrich@me.com

SUCCESS BY 6 COORDINATOR: ABORIGINAL ENGAGEMENT AE Coordinator: Prince Rupert Success By 6 Prince Rupert Success By 6 is a local initiative that supports the healthy growth and development of children aged 0-6. Working with a multi-sectoral leadership team, the Aboriginal Engagement (AE) Success By 6 coordinator will strengthen community capacity in Aboriginal communities to respond to the developmental needs of young children, including: • Raising community awareness of developmental importance of the early years (0-6) • Raising cultural sensitivity amongst service providers and community • Working in partnership with the existing Success By 6 Coordinator and Council of Partners • Building relationships and local resources to ensure that young children in our communities have the support they need to thrive • Supporting Aboriginal communities in mapping of existing services and identifying gaps in services for children 0-6 and their families • Planning and implementing culturally relevant initiatives that support early child development Coordinator Skills, Abilities and Experience: The Prince Rupert Success By 6 Aboriginal Coordinator brings solid experience with community capacity building and a passionate commitment to young children and their families. The coordinator is a conÀdent, self-motivated professional, with the ability to foster collaborative relationships among people and organizations in diverse settings. Experience with community planning processes, group facilitation, public presentations, and resource development is an asset. A good understanding and appreciation of local Aboriginal history, language and culture is beneÀcial. In addition, the coordinator will have: • Excellent project coordination and management skills and be able to handle several tasks concurrently; • Superior interpersonal and communication skills, including public relations and chairing meetings; • Demonstrated ability to develop excellent working relationships with staff, volunteers, local employers and businesses, and participants from diverse sectors of the communities; • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, and support the goals and objectives of a project; • Strong writing skills; will submit monthly reports Education and experience: • Relevant education or equivalent related experience • Experience with leadership and collaboration in diverse community sectors including the non-proÀt sector • A knowledge of resources in the Prince Rupert area • Experience working with Aboriginal communities Additional requirements: • Valid BC Driver License and access to transportation (there will be travel to outlying communities) • Flexibility regarding availability • Applicant will be expected to have regular open communication with the Success By 6 coordinator Council of Partners and Lead Partners • The successful applicant will report to the Council of Partners • The successful applicant will be responsible for the deliverables of the contract This is a contracted 1 year salaried position. Flexible hours and travel required, and evening, weekend, and out of town commitments are necessary. Please submit a letter of interest and resume no later than 3:00 pm Monday, April 9, to: Marilyn Bryant 317 9th Ave West Prince Rupert BC V8J 2S6

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Call For Contractor: SPECIAL EVENTS CONTRACTOR Contract value: $5000.00 - $10,000.00 Duration: April 15, 2012 to December 31, 2012 The Kermode Friendship Society offers culturally sensitive, quality programs and services to the Aboriginal community members and community-at-large in the Terrace and surrounding areas. Contractor Responsibilities Kermode Friendship Society is seeking an Independent Contractor to: Plan, Coordinate, Promote and Finalize Major Community Events in which Kermode is Lead Host: t National Aboriginal Day (George Little Park) June 23, 2012 t International FASD Day(George Little Park) September 9, 2012 t National Addictions Awareness Week November 18-24 2012 t Annual Community Christmas Dinner December 10, 2012 Mandatory Duties/Requirements t Experience in Events Planning t Oversee the coordination of a variety of events including assisting in the sourcing venues and contracts for all events, obtain quotes and conduct site visits. t Administer event budget and ensure it is maximized for the events. t Organize and manage Kermode’s Events department, both in the run-up, on-site and postevent. t Liaise with event contractors, including exhibition builders, caterers, invite and liaise with speakers, exhibitors and delegates. t Maintain detailed and accurate event ďŹ les, e.g. exhibitor databases, recording contact and ďŹ nancial information. t Co-ordinate delivery of Kermode’s materials to events, internal and external. t EfďŹ cient, consistent team player with excellent attention to detail; t Proven marketing and promotional skills. t Innovative Problem solving skills. t Excellent Time management skills; an out-going, people-oriented personality. t Fundraising experience an asset. REPORTING/AUTHORING RELATIONSHIP t Reports Directly to The Executive Director t Include detailed project reports with invoicing Closing Date: April 6th, 2012 4:30pm Please Hand Deliver 2 copies of Resume & Letter of Interest in a Sealed Envelope to: Human Resources – Special Events Contractor 2nd oor 4643 Park Avenue Fax: 250 635 6748 No phone calls please

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Now Taking Applications for “Part-time Caretaker� duties to include regular building and outdoor maintenance for a 95 apartment building complex. This job would be on weekends and to cover time off and holidays for the resident building caretakers. Cut off for applications would be March 31, 2012 mail resumes to: Summit Square Apts., #1108-2607 Pear Str. Terrace, BC V8G 4V5

Now Taking Applications for “Resident Building Caretakers.� Duties to include regular building and outdoor maintenance for a 95 apartment complex, enforcing by-laws, collecting strata fees, submitting bills to accountant, any knowledge of repairs would be an asset. Couples would be preferred. Cut off for applications will be March 31, 2012. Please mail resume to: Summit Square Apts., #1108-2607 Pear Str. Terrace, B.C. V8G 4V5

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Cabo Drilling Corp, one of Canada’s larger mineral drilling services companies, is searching for seasoned Surface Diamond Drillers for projects in Alaska, British Columbia, Yukon, and Central America. Your ability to drill in various terrains, and through various ground conditions, is complemented by your proven adaptability and ability to work as a team player. These positions offer a competitive base wage and production bonuses. Canadian based employees are eligible to participate in group bene¿ts. Experienced helpers are encouraged to apply. Please forward resume in con¿dence to: jamesg@cabo.ca

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Data Entry / Information Clerk Position Summary Reporting to the Executive Director and Finance Administrator, the Data Entry / Information Clerk is responsible for the ef¿cient provision of support to the Finance Department. Major Position Accountabilities 1. Provides support services to the Finance Department, by maintaining an organized ¿ling system, and preparing a variety of correspondence and reports 2. Maintains good public relations, both in person and on the telephone 3. Provides backup assistance to the Receptionist, when needed. Formal Education • Post-secondary education preferred Related Experience • One to three years’ experience in an of¿ce setting • One to three years’ experience with Microsoft Of¿ce • Experience working in an aboriginal environment is an asset Other Requirements • Multitask with good spoken, written and organizational skills • Attention to details, good judgment and tact dealing with sensitive issues and con¿dential information • Good relationship building skills. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all employees. • Enthusiastic and self-motivated. Works well individually as well as in a team environment The Metlakatla Governing Council is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals of aboriginal descent are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates are requested to submit their application in con¿dence to: Finance Administrator Metlakatla Governing Council PO Box 459 Prince Rupert, BC V8J 3P6 Email: info@metlakatla.ca

SNOW VALLEY FORD KITIMAT has an opening for a “SERVICE ADVISOR� This is a full time position & requires excellent interpersonal & communications skills. We are an equal opportunity employer so if you have what it takes to deliver a superior “CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE� we want to hear from you. bring your resume to 405 Enterprise Ave in Kitimat. Attn. Brad or Ed

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PIZZARAMA in Kitimat is now hiring Cooks & Drivers. Must be able to multi task, have good communication skills & work well in a fast paced environment. Bring resume to PIZZARAMA 171 Nechako Centre after 2pm. No phone calls please

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Kitimat Requires a “part-Time Receptionist/OfďŹ ce Manager. Duties include: phone call receiving & direction, cash reconciliation, bank deposits, bookkeeping etc. Great communication skills required. Knowledge of computerized accounting systems and previous bookkeeping experience is an asset, drivers license required. We will train the right person. Apply in person with resume to Brad or Ed at Snow Valley Ford in Kitimat Sujitra’s Suds & Seams has an opening available for a permanent part time Counter person/Laundry attendant. Sewing skills preferred but not essential. Please drop off resume to 172 Nechako Centre during business hours. No phone calls please. Kitimat

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Help Wanted T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. Position comes with a competitive beneďŹ t package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250-286-9502. Email:tysonlambert@t-mar.com

Home Care/Support DISABLED woman seeks female home care worker, experience preferred 250-638-0396

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services KITIMAT - PEDRO’S GRILL has openings for a Kitchen Prep person & a Waitress. Must be available during the day. Apply in person to Pedro’s Grill, 342 City Centre, Kitimat. No phone calls please

Income Opportunity EARN EXTRA Cash! - P/T, F/T Immediate openings. Easy computer work, other positions are available. Can be done from home. No experience needed. www.HWC-BC.com

Medical/Dental Dental Assistant required Reply to Dr. Harvey Thompson, #22-665 Front St., Quesnel, BC V2J5J5. 250-992-3771

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Massage (Reg Therapist) Colleen Zitala Registered Massage Therapist has opened a new practice here in Terrace. OfďŹ ce located at 3802 Spring Creek Drive. For an appointment please call 250-638-6266 or e-mail to massage9@telus.net

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AUCTION #1 - MAY 26, 2012 @ TOPLEY’S GARAGE This sale will include a good selection of antiques, a very large selection of tools, vehicles and equipment. To consign to the sale early in order for us to get your merchandise advertised, call Mike’s Auction Limited as soon as possible. AUCTION #2 - JUNE 2, 2012 @ FORT ST. JAMES This a auction will be a very large tool and equipment sale - approximately 2,000 lots. If you would like to consign large equipment or vehicles, please contact Mike’s Auction Limited. Please note that we cannot take any small items at this already extremely large sale.

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Cleaning Services HOUSE Cleaning Service. Call Anna 250-615-9614 Available on week-days, mornings preferred. Ref. avail. $17/hr. Carpet cleaning available,$18/hr

Landscaping KITIMAT LAWN CARE & SNOW REMOVAL SERVICE Mowing & Trimming from $25 Power Sweeping & Lawn Cleanup De thatching, Edging & Tilling Hedge Trimming & Tree Pruning Call today!!!!

778.631.2093 Reasonable Rates

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay HAY for sale. $70/ton. Please call 250-846-5855

Pets BLACK LABRADOR PUPS. Dew claws removed, first shots and worming. Available April 20th. Only 3 remaining. $550 (250) 615-2883 or tseax@telus.net

DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES

Starting April 15. Call for more information 250.638.7929 Terrace or 250.632.6274 Kitimat For Sale: Purebred New Zealand rabbits 5 Does, 2 Bucks $15.00ea, cages also for sale 250-635-7921 Puppies for Sale:Born March 2nd; 5 females, 1 male. Ready to go April 27th. 1/2 toy poodle cross. Can meet in Smithers or Terrace if necessary. For pics email :sugar_pie@live.ca or call 250-849-5351 for more info. $150 ea. Purebred yellow & black lab puppies available with first shots and de worming done, $500ea. 250-635-4600

MIKES AUCTION LTD. (250) 694-3497 or Cell: (250) 692-6107 or Egon (250) 694-3319 Cell: (250) 570-2055 Email: mike@mikesauction.net As soon as possible Watch future papers for complete listings. HUGE RANCH & Farm Equipment Auction. Saturday April 14, 11am for Allan Smashnuk at 6188 Vla Road, Chase BC, Tractors, Haying Equipment, Livestock Equipment, Welding Equipment, etc. Phone: BC Livestock (250)573-3939 Restaurant Auction Kelowna Sandwich Restaurant Newer quality equip. Apr 5th @ 6pm 243 Bernard Ave Kelowna. (250)545-3259, View photo at doddsauction.com

Garage Sales Antique and Vintage Furniture, Home Decor and Household Items. March 31, 9-11am. March 30 by appointment only, szaboange@gmail.com, 1431 6th Ave East, Prince Rupert

Heavy Duty Machinery A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Misc. for Sale CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-9815991. For Sale:Entertainment center $100.00 or OBO, 20” T.V. $75.00 or OBO, 2 end Tables $30ea or OBO shoe storage cabinet $75 or OBO, phone 250-635-5503 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? KITIMAT - FOR SALE Free Spirit Treadmill. User capacity 275lbs. Excellent condition. $500 obo. Call 250.632.5775 or 250.639.6437 KITIMAT - MEDICAL BED FOR SALE. Power up, down, recline. Mattress like new. Paid $4500, asking $2000. Call 250.632.6009 KITIMAT - MOVING SALE Lots of furniture, livingroom, Diningroom. 2 Single beds & lots of misc. items including small appliances and some tools. Call 250632.2768 PR: Firewood, Alder Rounds, Approx 1 chord, Best offer. 250-627-5554, evenings STEEL BUILDINGS For all uses! Spring deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands now! Call for free brochure. 1-800668-5111 ext. 170.

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PR: Hide-a-bed, sandy brown, good con. $250; older china cabinet, $250 OBO; double bed frame w/ box spring + mattress, $125; ladies 27” Oyrx 10 speed bicycle, never used, $100. Call 250-6246801 PR: Roll of 4’ Galv. fencing, $50; Utility trailer frame w/ springs, axle and small wheels, $150; Amp, sound system w/ 2 speakers mics and stands $350. 250-6241914 SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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250-627-5820 www.oasisaparts.com 2 & 1 bdrm apts&1suite, new flooring and paint available now, $725&625&475/mo 2 ref’s req’d, also shared accommodation trailer for rent with option to buy 250-635-9333, 250-635-1799, or 250-6411534 cell 2 BEDROOM TERRACE APARTMENT FOR RENT. Fully renovated. Balcony, large in-suite storage, security building. No pets, no smokers. References required. $750/month available immediately. Call Erika Langer Royal LePage Terrace 250-635-2404 to view.

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STEEL OF a deal - building sale! 20x24 $4798. 25x30 $5998. 30x42 $8458. 32x58 $12,960. 40x60 $15,915. 47x80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

Misc. Wanted LOCAL Coin Collector, looking to buy collections, Mint & Proof sets, Accumulations, Olympic, Gold, Silver Coins Etc. Any amount. Please Call Chad at 250-863-3082. PR: Need Chevy Small Block Headers, Preferably Shorties or Block Huggers. 250-6004250

Musical Instruments Moving must sell Lesage spinet Piano medium colored wood $1000 (250) 638-7713

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in Kitimat’s newest subdivision. Lot #9 on #26 Wozney St. Backs onto park area. 36m front by 41 & 43m sides with a total of 11636 sq ft. All services at lot line. $58,900. NO HST ON THIS LOT Phone 250.632.5537 Kitimat

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FOR SALE 21 ft Alum custom build riverboat,455 inboard(Marine). Jet swimgrit with clean out Alum floor,incl trailer .Asking $35000.Call 250-638-1185

KITIMAT INCOME PROPERTY FOR SALE 4 bedroom, 2 bath fourplex in Nechako area with good long term renter in place. Great investment, close to schools. Asking $67,900 Call 780.231.4861 for information

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1/2 Duplex close to school & downtown, N/S, N/P, minimum 1 year, committment $1200/mo + util, D&D, refs req (250) 6388066 Terrace

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5 BDRM HOME IN TELKWA FOR SALE 3200 sq ft, 4 bath, includes washer & dryer, fridge & stove, dishwasher hot tub, natural gas, contact 250-845-3315

KITIMAT - FOR SALE BY OWNER. Well located 4 bedrooms up & 3 bedroom legal suite down. This home is a great investment opportunity. Well kept, very spacious rooms & comes with double car garage. For appointment, call 250.632.7712

Largest, Brightest Suites Shiny Hardwood Floors Unfurnished & Furnished Daily - Weekly - Monthly

PARK MANOR: 1 & 2 bedrm apt. $640/740 heat & hot water incl. N/S, N/P, two ref’s req’d., (250)641-3034

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APARTMENTS

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BEST PLACE TO LIVE Now taking applications for 1,2, & 3 bdrm suites. If you are looking for clean, quiet living in Terrace and have good references, please call: 250-638-0799

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GATEWAY APARTMENTS McBride & 8th Prince Rupert Unfurnished - Furnished (Furnished short Term Rentals Available) Close to downtown Adult-oriented No Pets

627-7137 HILLCREST PLACE APARTMENTS 1651 Haisla Blvd. Kitimat, BC 2 bedroom suites security building New: dishwasher, appliances & cabinets. All New: windows, plumbing, electrical, drywall, kitchen & bathroom - sound insulated - electric heat. 1 yr lease Starting at $995 per month N/S, N/P For complete details or to request an application, please call 250.632.7814

Hillcrest Place Apartments Two bedrooms No Smoking, No Pets Starting at $675 monthly 250.632.7814 Kitimat

Hillcrest Place Apartments Two Bedrooms No Smoking, No Pets Starting at $675 monthly 250-632-7814 Kitimat K&C APARTMENTS 423-3rd Ave. West. in Pr. Rupert. 2 blocks from college. One bedroom apartments. Hardwood floors. Laundry services, heat incl. Security entrance. Rent $550/mo.. Phone 250-624-6746

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Starting at $550 Balconies Security Entrances Cameras for your safety Now includes basic cable Email: www.apartments.com Phone: 250.632.APTS (2787)

KULDO COURT APARTMENTS in Kitimat 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apts. Heat & Hot Water Incl. Laundry Facilities References Required

250 632-7729 email: sterlng@telus.net

MIDTOWN APARTMENTS Free heat & Free hot water, Furnished & unfurnished. 1 & 2 bdrms Security entries. No pets. No Smoking (250)632-7179 Kitimat PR: 1 BDRM $400/mo., 2 bdrm w/O.V. $600/mo. on westside. Walking distance of downtown. Call 250-720-5580 PR: 1 Bdrm Ground Level Walk-in. Close to Downtown, Elec Heat, Pet’s Ok, $500/mo + Utilities. Call Joe 250-6244598

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PR: Quiet,clean 2 bdrm Apt. avail now for working persons. Ground floor entry, Sauna, Basic TV and WIFI is incl w/ rent. Hydro heat is not included. Parking for one, close to CHSS. Call Randall North Real Estate Services at 250-627-1414. Or visit

2 bedrm house + 3 bedrm trailor in Thornhill close to schools with shed + garden area, all new appliances + flooring rents are $850 house and $825 for trailor + utilities. Avail. April 1st, phone Rob 250-635-5652 Available April 1st, newly renovated 2 bedrm house to mature person or professional couple. N/S, N/Pets, Ex. Ref Req. $750 + utilities, 250-6388745 FOR RENT basement suite totally reno’d, horseshoe area, $780/m shared utilities, free cable and internet, 730sq feet 2Bdrm, N/S, N/P, No parties, Ref Req. 250-718-3453 or 778-634-3439 For Rent: looking for working prof. or family (NO SMOKING) 4 bed house, large fenced yard, dog ok, newer appl. F/S, W/D, D/M, close to school ref. required $1250.00 avail.imed. 778-971-0991

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Downtown location Balconies Security Entrances Some furnished suites Call for an appointment 250.632.4511 www.kitimatapartments.com

ROOSEVELT HEIGHTS APARTMENTS 3 bedroom apartments. Heat and hot water included. No smoking. No pets $730 per month. References required.

Phone 250-627-8123 SANDPIPER APTS KITIMAT

Newer Buildings Elevators Security Entrances Covered Parking Balconies www.kitimatapartments.com 250.632.4254

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Kitimat 1,2,3 bdrms Clean & Quiet Heat & hot water included Call (250)632-2824 or email www.kitimatrentals.com

KITIMAT House for rent 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. W/D, F/S. Fenced yard, close to school. No pets or Parties. $750 per month plus utilities. Ref. Req. Call (604)928-2381 LAKELSE LAKE home for lease, Hwy side on property with water features & scenic beach view. 3bdrm (2+1), 2bath, separate garage/storage, sauna, recently renovated. Avail. April 1st $1600/mo + utilities. Minimum 1yr lease Ref’s Req’d. Call (250)542-0409 in Vernon. One bdrm suite in tri-plex, close to downtown, cable, washer & dryer & utilities included. References required, N/S (250)635-4777

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Duplex / 4 Plex 4PLEX: taking applications for a clean, quiet, renovated 2 bdrm, 5 appliances. Adult oriented, $900 + utilities,no smoking, no pets, two ref’s required. Ph 250-615-7543

AVAILABLE FOR RENT 2 Bdrm, S/S Duplex, $600/mo. 1 Bdrm Suite

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Rooms starting at $39/daily, $199/weekly, $599/monthly, Students $499/monthly. All-inclusive. 250-600-1680

KITIMAT - 3 bedroom Furnished Duplex. N/S, N/P, References Required. Call 250.632.6274 for more information.

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Bachelor & 1 Bedroom Suites. Security Entrance, harbour views, balconies, storage, laundry facilities, hot water & heat included. Sorry no pets. Close to hospital, bus stop & downtown. References required. Contact our on site Manager at 250-624-6019

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Misc for Rent Room For Rent: In a four bedroom house. Share rest of home. Available now, walking distance to town. On bus route. $320.00 p.m. Includes utilities. Working person preferred. (250) 635-3126

Mobile Homes & Pads 3 Bedrm Mobile Home for Rent In Thornhill, F/S, W/D references will be checked, $600 avail. June 615-7010

Homes for Rent 1 bdrm suite. Includes utilities, internet, Star Choice,color TV, laundry service, N/P, N/S, no partying. Avail April 1. References. $775/mo. Call 250-6413533 2 bdrm/1 bath house with EXTRA LARGE Master bdrm for rent, avail. immed. $850/month. 250-639-6129 Sm 2 Bdr Unit in Thornhill $450. month + utilities. Adults only. No parties, no dogs, ref. required. 250-635-9028

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Townhouses EXECUTIVE Townhouse 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl. N/S. Located on Mtn. Vista. Call for appt. to view. 250-638-0076 KITIMAT - 2 & 3 Bedroom Townhomes with full basement & Large Sundeck. F/S, W/D included. Reno’d and Clean. Walk to downtown & shopping. Call 250.632.5198 or 250.632.1264

NALABILA TOWNHOUSES

3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths Newly renovated Fully Furnished, Utilities, Internet, Cable & Laundry INCLUDED!! Ready to move in Call Larry 250.632.7413 http//:www.kitimat accommodations.com

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2002 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX SE

Mature Couple Looking For a Long Term Rental In Terrace. We will need to make it our home no later than September 1st but with respect, no earlier than May 1st. Please call: 250638-5769

190,000km’s Runs Great and Looks Good Asking $3500obo Please call after 6pm 250.632.4369 Kitimat

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PR: New, beautiful, bright spacious, 1 bdrm Suite. Off street parking. Utilities Incl. Non Smoking, Suitable for single wrking person. Small dog or cat okay. $550/mo. Call 250624-6047

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PR: Large newly reno’d 1 bdrm suite, ideal for couple, near CHSS, quiet Cul de Sac. Avail Apr 1, incl util, W/D, F/S, $600/mo. satellite hook up negotiable. 250-600-4250

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Suites, Lower PR: 1 Bdrm Suite, laminated wood flooring, $600/mo. + DD, incl heat and lights. N/S, N/P, off street prkg. Looking for quiet working couple. Ref. Req’d. Call Maggie 250-6246049

Skyline Manor

Commercial/ Industrial NEWLY renovated office space for lease with views. Please call 250-635-7677 ext 221 cell 250-615-7583 or email Loralie@timberbaron.ca

THREE separate three bedroom houses available to rent in Kitimat from April 1st 2012. Seven separate three and four bedroom houses available to rent in Kitimat from May 1st 2013. One year lease agreements preferred. Rents ranging from $ 1,000 - $1,800 + utilities, per calendar month. Pet owners and smokers welcome. Call Stan on 780 974 3945 or email at marps68@hotmail.com

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2012 HONDA CIVIC EX

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2007 FORD FOCUS ZX-3

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2007 MAZDA MX-5

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20,499

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2008 GMC1500 CREW

Convertible GT 6spd

21,699

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2010 GMC SIERRA

20,999

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2010 DODGE CARAVAN

2007 DODGE CARAVAN SE

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19,399

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2010 NISSAN ALTIMA ‘S’ 45Km, LOADED

Auto, Like Brand New! Only 2,000 kms

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2008 CRF 450X , bought new in 09, lots of extras, $5500 (250)638-0855

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2 slides, large awning. Winter pkg. Solar panel. A/C with heat strip. This unit is stored under cover and was bought new in 2010. Excellent condition. Will consider trades. $27,950.00 250-632-9974 Kitimat

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**MSRP is $19,135 including freight and PDI of $1,395. For all offers license, insurance, applicable taxes and registration are extra. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be required. #Limited time lease offers based on a new 2012 Civic Sedan LX 5MT model FB2E4CEX. Lease example based on new 2012 Civic Sedan LX 5MT Civic model FB2E4CEX available through Honda Canada Finance Inc. *1.99% lease APR for 48 months O.A.C. Monthly payment, including freight and PDI, is $179. Downpayment of $2,817.09, first monthly payment, environmental fees and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $11,409.09. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 96,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometer. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be required. **/#/* Offers valid from March 1st, 2012 through March 31st, 2012 at participating Honda retailers. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

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1989 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

1988 Bayliner Trophy Offshore

KITIMAT - like new 2008 TRAVEL TRAILER, 25’, sleeps 7 comes with a/c full washroom, automated appliances & warranty. Must sell. Asking $17,500. Call 250.632.7712

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KITIMAT - 2009 TOYOTA MATRIX AWD, 2.4 litre auto., 59,000kms, A/C P/W, P/D, power mirrors & locks. Keyless entry, roof rack. Economical & Reliable. Asking $14000. Call 250.632.5211

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1-250-624-1375

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equipment. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288

2007 Ford Ranger FX4 Supercab 4X4 offroad w/canopy + canoe rack 54,000 Km, automatic, 4.0L 6 cyl. Perfect condition, $15,000 OBO phone 250-638-1987

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2000 GMC SAFARI SLX V6, Power Steering, Power Brakes, A/C Cruise, AM/FM CD, Rear Heat, Block Heater, Towing Package. 165,000km’s, lady driven. $6500. Call 250.639.9359 Kitimat

2005 Harbercraft 1975SK. 175 sport jet with only 90 hours on it. At least 60 of those hours are on the lake. 2 sideways facing storage seats installed when new. All servicing up to date and performed at Kens Marine. This boat won’t last long at this price, selling due to getting a lake boat, and Wife says can’t have both. $24,000 250-615-1077 PR: Optimax 2 stroke performance marine oil~125 litres including pump & barrel deposit. $600 obo. 250-600-0389 txt/ph

Manual, Lots of Extras, 48,509 kms WAS $15,995

$14,995

2009 Tacoma Db Cab, 4WD, Auto, AC, Dbl CD, PL, C/C, PM, PW & Tilt, CD 28,650 kms - WAS $31,995 28

$28,995

2009 Highlander Hybrid, 4WD, LOADED 52,965 kms - ONLY

$32,995

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5 ltr, V8 brand new heads,freshwater cooled King Cobra Leg VHF, sounder, stereo, Furuno Radar Electronic anchor winch/320 ft anchor system Full swim grid with boarding ladder Hot water cabin heater forced air On demand pressure washdown system Live well and fish locker Rod holders 9.9 h.p. longshaft oil injected kicker with Ezee Steer set up Wire rigged for Scotty electric downriggers Dual Batteries with selector switch Spare alternator Sleeps 4 Everything is in excellent condition and is well cared for All owners manuals and receipts available

$18,000 OBO comes with trailer 250-624-1375

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26.5’ Bayliner Ciera Diesel Re powered with a 260 HP Mercruiser Diesel, Bravo 3 leg & 15 HP Mercury Kicker all 2004. Cruises at 30 MPH at 5.5 GPH. New canvas & New aluminum fuel tanks in 09. Hull (1992) in as new condition. Fully equipped for fishing: Lowrance GPS, Electric Downriggers, Scotty Black Box and much more on a 05 dual axle galvanized trailer. $40,000 Call 250.632.2176 KITIMAT WANTED 23-26 ft welded alum. boat,with or with out power. ph. 250-650-9795

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Coming Events is complimentary service by The Northern Connector for non-profit groups or organizations who do not charge admission for their events and meetings. Submissions are published on a space available basis. Our deadline is Monday 3 p.m. each week.

TERRACE MARCH 30 to APRIL 1 – Free Storytelling Festival: Friday is Story Games at 7 p.m. with location to be announced. Play with words, objects and your imagination. Saturday is Stories from Around the World from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Skeena Diversity Centre. Stories and hands-on activities for children and their families. At 2:30 p.m. is a Scavenger Hunt at Skeena Diversity Centre. Piece together a story of your town through clues and riddles; one version for families and one for youths. At 7 p.m. is a Coffee House at Cafenara. Join local musicians for a great evening of music storytelling. Put on by Caledonia Interact Group who is fundraising for Haiti. Sunday is Liar Liar Pants of Fire Potluck Brunch at 11:30 a.m. at Skeena Diversity Centre. Celebrate April Fool’s Day with a gathering to poke fun of our perception of reality and each other. We promise that nobody will be harmed during this event. MARCH 30 – Artists and graphic designers: the Terrace and District Arts Council Logo Contest deadline is today. MARCH 31 – Seedy Saturday goes from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Terrace Health Unit Auditorium. APRIL 5 to MAY 10 – Chronic Pain SelfManagement Program (CPSMP) takes place from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Healthy Terrace Program (4634 Park Ave.). The CPSMP is for people experiencing any type of chronic pain and those that provide support for someone living with chronic pain. Workshops meet once a week on Thursdays for 2.5 hours for six weeks and are facilitated by two local trained leaders – one or both are living with chronic pain and/or other chronic health conditions. Workshop size is 10 to 16 participants. It’s free but you must preregister. For more, call 635-5533, email selfmgmt@uvic.ca or go to www.selfmanagementbc.ca. APRIL 6 – A community Good Friday service will be at the Terrace Evangelical Free Church at 10:30 a.m. Everyone

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welcome to come remember Christ’s death together. APRIL 7 – The second annual Easter Egg Hunt springs into action at Heritage Park Museum. At 2 p.m., there will be a five-and-under hunt, and an all-ages hunt will begin at 2:30 p.m. Egg dyeing, face painting, refreshments, and more eggs. Please bring your own basket. Admission is by donation. APRIL 8 – Free Pancake Breakfast and Egg Hunt at Zion Baptist Church (beside All West Glass). Breakfast from 9 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Egg hunt for kids with more than 1,000 eggs! Easter egg decorating and prizes for kids. As well, please feel free to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection with us during our Celebration Service at 10:15 a.m. Bring your family and friends – we want to serve you! APRIL 10 – The next monthly meeting of the Pacific Northwest Music Festival is at 7:30 p.m. at the Terrace Academy of Music, in the basement of Knox United Church. The committee is preparing for the 47th annual music festival April 12 to 28. If you would like to volunteer to help out, please come to the meeting or call Fiona at 635-9089. APRIL 11 – Terrace Toastmasters meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Graydon Security Building on Keith Ave. Please come out for a fun evening of learning communication skills, featuring “Word of the day”, inspiration, jokes, table topics and special speeches. Everyone has a chance to speak and be evaluated. Meetings are usually up to two hours long. Have fun and develop new skills at the same time. We always welcome new members. For more details, please call Randy 635-2151 or Rolf 635-6911. APRIL 13, 14 – The Skeena Diversity free second annual Health Fair for all ages starts Friday at 6 p.m. Come enjoy two days of health-related and informative activities to promote health and healthcare resources for the community, connecting primarily with newcomers to Canada by removing barriers to health

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care. For more details, call Jolene at 635-0314, email healthfair@skeenadiversity.com or see skeenadiversity.com.

APRIL 13 to 22 – The Terrace Public Library is holding a fundraising book sale starting at 5 p.m. the first day. Please drop by and support your library. Great books! Great prices! All proceeds are used to support library programs and services. ONGOING STARTING APRIL 5, is Moms and Tots, a free group for new moms and their babies at the Women’s Centre from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and continuing on Thursdays. Moms and Tots is a place you can come to get out of the house, relax and exchange information with other moms. Moms will be encouraged to bring questions, tips and/or information based on a weekly theme. The group is an inclusive, non-judgmental community where all moms can come together to support, learn and socialize. For more details, call 638-0228.

KITIMAT MARCH 30 – The Council of Senior Citizens’ Organizations is offering a free two-hour workshop on osteoporosis, the silent thief at the Snowflake Seniors Centre from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Absolutely no cost to participate. APRIL 3 – Kitimat Public Library is happy to welcome award-winning author, gardener, and activist, Des Kennedy to the Library. Former columnist of CBC’s Midday program, Des visits at 7 p.m. for an engaging evening of discussion. APRIL 5 – Art Club of Kitimat meets at 7 p.m. in Room 403 at MESS. Easter Theme: bring pertinent still life objects and your choice of medium. For more info, contact Eileen at 250632-2423 or Penny at 250-632-3428.

Please call 632 – 8985 to register.

APRIL 18 – Pre-kindergarten/kindergarten immunization clinic at the health unit, 9:30 a.m.3:30 p.m., for all children born in the year 2007. Please call 250632-3181 to book an appointment. APRIL 18 – Kitimat General Hospital Foundation will be holding its AGM at 7 p.m. in the multi-purpose room at the hospital. All welcome. ONGOING KITIMAT SENIORS Band is looking for new members. If you have time in the day and would love an opportunity to play music with others, you need us and we need you. Call Lisa Frazer at 250-632-3475 for more information. KITIMAT PUBLIC Library presents Mother Goose Storytime for pre-schoolers. Fridays 11-11:30 a.m. It’s free! Join us for story books, felt plays, songs, and fun! Registration not required. CHILD DEVELOPMENT CentRE Family Fun Spot Drop-In Monday and Friday afternoons 1-3 p.m., Wednesday mornings 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Ages 0-5 welcome “A Great place for families to meet over coffee and toys!” Contact 250-632-3144 for more information. KITIMAT FIBRE Arts Guild: Interested in knitting, spinning, weaving, or any other fibre? For more information phone Maureen 250-632-5444. KITIMAT MULTIPLE sclerosis - I have M.S. but M.S. does not have me. You are not alone, male or female, and the Kitimat M.S. group would like to be here for you. Total confidentiality. For more information contact Mary at 250-639-6016.

APRIL 5 – Kitimat Seniors Branch 129 holds its monthly meeting at the Snowflake Seniors Centre at 1 p.m.

AGLOW OF Kitimat: All are welcome at our Care Group and Bible Study for men and women, singles or married, Thursdays at 7 p.m. For information phone Brenda at 250-632-5771 or Wendi at 250-632-5673.

APRIL 7 – Kitimat Public Library presents a free hour of Easter Crafts for kids! From 1 2 pm, all ages welcome.

DID YOU know that literacy is more than just being able to read? The Kitimat Adult Literacy Program provides

FREE tutoring services for adult interested in improving their reading, writing, math, communication, and information technology skills. Is English NOT your first language? We provide FREE tutoring and small group English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. For more information please call Brandi at 250-632-7393 or to see what’s happening at the Community Corner check us out at www.kitimatcommunityservices. ca/KALP.html or find us on facebook.

PRINCE RUPERT MARCH 31 - Prince Rupert Skating Club Presents Ice Gala 2012 “Artist Medleys”. Jim Ciccone Civic Center Arena. Showtime at 7pm, Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets will be available at Oceanside Sports or at the door. APRIL 1 - Easter Craft Fair, in the Jim Ciccone Civic Centre Auditorium in Prince Rupert, Sunday, from 11am - 4pm. Tables are available to rent by contacting Shawna at SKontzie@citytel. net. APRIL 2 - Author Des Kennedy will be reading at the Prince Rupert Library at 7 p.m. Des is an award-winning writer, gardener and activist, with four books of essays, three novels and a recent memoir. He has appeared on radio, television and as a columnist for gardening magazines, as well as leading garden tours in many areas of the world. And he is funny! APRIL 6 - The churches of Prince Rupert and area are hosting a Community Good Friday Service at 10 a.m. at the Lester Centre of the Arts. Clergy and congregation members from a variety of denominations will be leading worship together. The theme of the 2012 Community Good Friday Service is “Here is your King.” All are welcome to attend. For further information go to www.prministerial.ca. APRIL 10 - “Language Revitalization: How Can We Keep Aboriginal Languages Alive?” Presented by University Credit faculty Judy Thompson. At Northwest Community College, we have a passion for educational leader-

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ship. We foster excellence in instruction and learning in a unique and spectacular environment. Open to the public. 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. APRIL 13 - 14 - Skeena Diversity invites all families and community members to come out and enjoy the 2nd Annual Diverstiy Health Fair. For further information visit www.skeenadiversity.com APRIL 27-28 - A Giant Garage Sale will be held at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 5h & McBride on Friday from 6 - 9pm and on Saturday from 9am - noon. For pick up of donation articles phone 250 624 4164. ONGOING ARE YOU between the ages of 19 and 24? Do you like canoeing? Join us for the 2012 Canoe Journey to Hartley Bay. We will be spending 10 days in the great outdoors camping, cooking on fires and paddling together. Training starts in April to prepare. All training, food and camping gear is included. We are also looking for volunteer support workers. All are welcome. Contact planetyouth@ friendshiphouse.ca or call 250-627-1717 ext. 58 or drop in to sign up on our sign up sheet! SCHOOL DISTRICT 52 Band Program is

looking for donations of band instruments! Help us bring music to all students by donating that trumpet you have in your basement or the saxophone in your coat closet! If you have a band instrument that no one is playing, please call Sandy Jones at 250624-5031 ext. 226 for pick up. DO YOU want to try yoga? Planet Youth is offering free yoga for youth aged 19-24 at the Friendship House every Tuesday evening from 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Also, every Tuesday join Planet Youth for Food As Medicine cooking night. Bring an empty stomach and be prepared to cook a delicious meal. Planet Youth is accepting registration for people wanting to try scuba-diving. Training will take place at the aquatic centre. Once training is complete, successful participants will have the opportunity to ocean dive. PLEASE JOIN us at the Diabetes Support Group Prince Rupert Hospital Room 430; 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Dates: March 12 – Medications Prescribed and Over the Counter – Tracy Moraes Pharmacist. April 16 – Annual Exams – Prevent Complications – Find out How. May 14 – Carb Counting Basics. June 11 – Foot Care – Protect Your Feet.

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Skidegate wins All Native Provincials Contributed THE NORTHERN CONNECTOR

HAIDA GWAII - The Skidegate Saints from Haida Gwaii captured the top spot at the Junior All Native Basketball Tournament in Port Alberni, March 23, defeating the Heiltsuk Nation (Bella Bella) 66-62 in a riveting final game. Twenty-two boys’ teams and 21 girls’ teams from First Nations communities all across B.C. travelled to Port Alberni to play in the tournament. The girls’ championship went to Ahousat Mystic Sunz. After losing 85-82 on Wednesday to the Okanagan Nation Syilx, the Saints played a grueling four games on Thursday – defeating the Gingolx Sons (Kincolith) 73-36, Lax kw’alaams Hoyas (Port Simpson) 58-29, Ahousaht Wolf Pack (Vargas Island in Clayoquot Sound) 73-57 and the Prince Rupert Friendship House Beavers 76-43 – for a back door re-entry to the winners side of the tournament. On the last day in the semi final, the Saints defeated Syilx 79-32 to go to the final against Heiltsuk. Saints forward Trevor Casey and guard Nathan Vogstad were named to the all star roster while forward Joel Richardson was chosen as Tournament MVP. Vogstad contributed 20 points in the final game, with Casey adding 19 and Richardson 12. Vogstad was the tournament high scorer with 154 points in nine games for an

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average of 17.1 a game. Chase Samuels was named as the Tournament’s 6th Man for his contributions off the bench. “The boys played nine games altogether, and after their one loss to Sylix, they showed how bad they really wanted it,” said Coach Duane Alsop. “Not only did they have to play four games in one day, but another two games on the final day...They sure didn’t let all that time go to waste. It was a true demonstration of pride that they displayed in representing their community and nation as this was essentially for them. Without the support of our community and the Haida Nation, it would be impossible for them to even attend this tournament. “ This was the second provincial title in two weeks for Casey whose high school team, the Terry Fox Secondary School Ravens of Port Coquitlam, defeated the Walnut Grove Gators 75-74 to win the AAA Boys High School Basketball Championships at the Langley Event Centre March 17. Casey was named a first all star in that contest as well. The Saints’ coaches are also enjoying their second provincial title this season. Desi Collinson and Duane Alsop, playing alongside Trevor’s older brother Jared Casey, won the Senior Division of the All Native Basketball Tournament in Prince Rupert February 11. Collinson garnered MVP honours at that tournament.

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TERRACE - Terrace’s Marcus MacKay goes for a block during the 2012 BC High School Boys Basketball Association’s provincial tournament in Langley, March 13-16. Terrace came 16th out of 20 teams at the event.

Kitmat swimmers splash to second at regional meet

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TERRACE - Suwilaawks Community school hosted a girls vs. boys basketball game to celebrate the end of the season, March 16. Left to right is Gurleen Dhesi, Jamie Gosnell and Elijah Azak.

KITIMAT - Fifteen swimmers from the Kitimat Marlins travelled to Smithers the weekend before last to compete at the Bulkley Valley Otters Wavemaker regional swim meet. Teams from Terrace and Prince Rupert were also in attendance. With some excellent individual and relay results the Marlins finished second in overall points behind host club the Bulkley Valley Otters, who had more than double the number of swimmers competing. Marlins girl power played a huge role in the Marlins success as the Marlins 10-under, 12-under, and 15-over relays won five out of the six races they entered, and Marlins girls took home four medals for overall points including three golds. Amanda Craft, 15, took her first regional gold medal for overall points in the 15-over girls category with first place finishes and personal best times in all six of her races. Kleanza Cathers, 12, took home the gold medal for overall points in the girls 11-12 division with first place finishes and personal best times in

all six of her races. Paige Collier, 14, won the gold medal for overall points in the girls 13-14 division with first place finishes in five of six races. Collier also had the largest one swim improvement out of all the Marlins in attendance with a 43 second drop in time in her 1500 metre freestyle. Rounding out the Marlins girls medalists, Hannah Bilash, 12, took home the silver in the 1112 girl division. The Marlins also had three boys take medals for overall points. In the 15-over boys division Arthur Firmino, 18, took the silver medal while Kyler Cordeiro, 16, nabbed the bronze. In the 11-12 boys division Hayden Dobbin, 12. took the bronze medal for overall points. Swimmers from the Marlins who swam 100 per cent personal best times in all six of their races other than those mentioned above were Ben Anker ,13, Raychel Davies, 11, Leah Desousa, 9, Hannah Pearson, 9, Rosemary Reschke, 10, and Nolan Striker, 11. The Marlin swimmers’ next swim meet will be the first long course meet (50 metre pool) of the year in mid-April in Prince George.

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IS CHANGING FOR THE PAST SEVERAL MONTHS, ROB AND CONSTANCE EBY OF MACKENZIE COUNTRYWIDE IN PRINCE RUPERT, HAVE BEEN WORKING TIRELESSLY TO REDESIGN AND IMPROVE THEIR STORE. THEY ARE NOW IN THE HOME STRETCH, AS EVERYTHING MUST BE READY

FOR THE GRAND REOPENING ON MARCH 31. After 15 years as a member of the Countrywide banner, MacKenzie Furniture has chosen to partner with Brandsource Canada, a large North American group of retailers who specialize in the home furnishings sector. “With Mackenzie’s entering its 90th year of serving Prince Rupert, the retail furniture industry has changed significantly so we must change as well,” says owner/manager Rob Eby. “Our clients have evolved as well,” stated Constance Eby. “They are more informed and have a better sense of what they are looking for: we have to be able to meet their expectations and needs. With our new Brandsource association, I have all the tools I need to offer my clients the home furnishing products they desire, at very competitive prices.” “With over 4,500 retailers in the group, we benefit from tremendous buying power, and receive the support of a team of professionals specialized in marketing, merchandising and technology,” adds Rob. “But the best part about this new association is that the independent owner remains at the heart of the client promise. We have always been very involved in our community going back to the stores original owner Alexander Mackenzie way back in 1923.” “We are passionate about our work and we know our clients. We will continue to offer them the products and the brands they prefer based on the latest market trends but, more importantly, we will continue to provide our customers with personalized service.” “Our reputation is built on our commitment to service, and this is what sets us apart from the competition.”

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