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◆ PINNACLE PELLET TERMINAL

Council wants public comment extension concerns about the effect dust and noise coming from the “I’m concerned about terminal will have on their Prince Rupert city council quality of life, and have been how quickly the environ- more than a little skeptical of is asking the Prince Rupert Port Authority and Pinnacle the port and the company’s mental assessment is Renewable Energy to extend assurances that these issues will the environmental assessment mitigated. being rushed through.” be greatly of a contentious wood pellet Last November the Prince terminal on the city’s waterfront Ken Shaw Rupert Port Authority sent so that the public is given more a letter out to the residents than three weeks to give their encouraging them to share their input on the project. views on the project during the They are also asking the port to work environmental assessment process. with the City to develop a waterfront plan “Simply put, your opinion matters. before the project moves ahead any further. If Pinnacle’s proposal proceeds to The pellet terminal has been met an environmental assessment, your with opposition from residents who live participation in community consultation will near the proposed site of the pellet facility be highly valued,” reads the port’s letter. at Westview Terminal. They have raised The environmental assessment report,

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which provides all the information on the project and its expected environmental impact, was uploaded to the Port Authority’s website on May 14, but residents only have until June 5 to make their comments on the project. There is also an open house for the public to attend scheduled for May 29. One of the neighbourhood residents, Ken Shaw, came to Prince Rupert city council on Monday to argue that three weeks was simply not enough time. He asked council to intervene on residents’ behalf and ask the port and Pinnacle Pellet to extend the time line, which council voted to do. “I’m concerned about how quickly the environmental assessment is being rushed through and that the community will not be able to fully assess and discuss the implications of this,” said Shaw. See Pellet, page 2

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◆ WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT

Pellet terminal review concerns council Continued from page 1 The port authority says that the public comment period is not being rushed and that three weeks is fairly typical for projects of this kind. “The three week period for public comment is what has been dictated by the environmental assessment working group in accordance with regulations, and we feel that it is sufficient,” said port representative Michael Gurney. Besides, he says, the port is just overseeing the assessment process as the regulatory authority. Any changes will have to be approved by the members of the working group, which includes the company and government agencies. This environmental assessment will not be the same as one that might be performed before allowing a new mining operation to go ahead. This assessment is known as a “screening” and it is considerably less indepth than the assessments most large new industrial operations must go through. But government regulations just don’t require anything more than a screening. While most new marine terminals projects do require a comprehensive study be done as part of the assessment, the regulations make an exception for projects that are being built on land that has historically been used for industry. Westview Terminal has been used off-and-on for industrial projects since 1910. “The technicalities in regards to

this project are being met. So the legal justification is there, but I think the moral justification is not,” said Shaw. Council did ultimately agree with Shaw’s request to ask the company and the port for an extension to the public comment portion of the environmental assessment process, saying that only giving the public three weeks notice to comment was “problematic”. But other than asking on behalf of residents, the City has no power to control anything the Port Authority decides to do. “We have no control over whether that project goes ahead or not and we don’t have the ability to rezone it, we don’t have any ability to have any impact on it,” said councillor Joy Thorkelson. Not according to the port authority. They say that they invited city council several times to be a part of the working group that overseas the environmental assessment of the project, but were turned down every time. If they had decided to join, they would have had the power to evaluate and study the noise and dust mitigation measures for themselves and consider the public comments. “It was our desire that the working group include input contributed by the City of Prince Rupert. We were disappointed that they decided not to join despite several invitations,” said Gurney. It’s not entirely clear why the city decided against joining the working

group. It has been suggested by Councillor Jennifer Rice that the city was hoping to keep their distance from the project so as to not appear to be endorsing it. What council wanted is to negotiate a waterfront plan with the port authority. This would lay out a mutually acceptable vision for waterfront development for both the port and the community. This is something that has been worked toward in the past but the City has no ability to compel the port to make one with them. Speaking only for herself, councillor Thorkelson says that the port has been avoiding a conversation that might put limits on what is considered acceptable development on the waterfront or impose new requirements on projects there. “My opinion is that the port authority has been very remiss in talking to us about how much social license they have and whether they should be moving forward without a development plan that is approved by the City,” said Thorkelson. “The port should not be going ahead – even if they can legally – without developing a waterfront plan with the City so that we can be able to talk about what kinds of things are acceptable on parts of the waterfront that are adjacent to residential areas.” Other council members agreed, and council is asking the port not to go ahead with the project until a waterfront plan has been established.

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◆ GROWING BUSINESS

CN’s general manager for northern BC talks to Chamber By Shaun Thomas The Northern View CN’s general manager for BC North was the guest speaker at the Prince Rupert and District Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, and spoke about the growth the company is seeing between Prince Rupert and Prince George. According to Doug Ryhorchuk, Prince Rupert is playing a key role in what is happening in the region. “Prince Rupert is right at the heart of this. With a shorter distance to Asia and the increased demand for Canadian products, more and more people are wanting to ship through Prince Rupert than other ports...We’re seeing it up here now more than ever, our customers are growing,” he said, noting the increased traffic going to Fairview Terminal, Ridley Terminals and Prince Rupert Grain. “At any given time there are about 18 trains running on the tracks in BC North. We’ve been growing at about 20 per cent per annum over the past several years, and we expect that growth to continue.” Along with the growth comes investment into the regional infrastructure. In 2012 CN expects to spend $47 million, with another $67 million to be spent between 2013 and 2015. This year the company will be expanding five more sidings between Prince Rupert and Prince George to maintain the speed of delivery. “Intermodal between Prince Rupert and Chicago takes about 97 hours. In order to maintain that and attract new customers, we as a company need to perform and we know that,” said Ryhorchuk.

“There is a lot of work to do this year and a lot of work to do in the future. But with a strategic plan, we have the resources needed to meet the needs of our customers.” To carry out the increased traffic and investments, CN has been hiring quite a few people in the northwest and plan to hire many more going forward. “Approximately 180 employees were hired in 2011 between Prince Rupert and Prince George. This year we might not reach 180, but I can tell you that we have hired 50 people so far this year, so we’re not slowing down,” he said. During the question period, Ryhorchuk addressed the lone level crossing left along the northern corridor, which is located between Prince Rupert and Terrace. However, at the moment there are no firm plans to address that issue or construct an overpass. “I was speaking with the Ministry of Transportation before I came up here. Obviously that is a concern for us...We are looking at it with the Ministry. Is it going to happen next year? Probably

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Doug Ryhorchuk, general manager of BC North for CN Rail, addresses members of the Prince Rupert and District Chamber of Commerce.

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◆ LAYOFFS POSSIBLE

Coast Guard getting modernized By Alan S. Hale The Northern View The Coast Guard’s communication monitoring station in Prince Rupert will be more important to ensuring the safety of seafarers. The Prince Rupert station will be one of only two “modernized” Coast Guard stations in the province – the other being in Sidney. The DFO is reducing the

number of stations responsible for monitoring radio communications coming from vessels for distress calls. They also regulate marine traffic and provide weather information, and navigational warnings. At the moment, there are 22 stations across the country performing these functions, the federal government is planning to reduce it down to 12; Prince Rupert will be one of those 12. The government is saying

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the reduction is a “modernization” and “streamlining” of the Coast Guard’s communication services. Prince Rupert and the other remaining stations are being promised additional staff and cutting-edge equipment that will allow the stations to be interconnected and thus better able to work over a larger area. The radio and radar equipment in place at the other stations will be staying where it is. “ I m p r o v i n g and integrating communications centres across the country will ensure that important information can be properly broadcast to mariners Alan S. Hale photo Colleen Hermanson and Simona Ionita came to the Prince Rupert and emergency calls Overwaitea store on Friday to give the staff a giant thank you card will be received under on behalf of the Kaien Island Anti-Poverty Society. Overwaitea has all circumstances,” said been donating fruit and vegetables they can no longer sell to the Minister of Fisheries antipoverty society since November, which the society then distriband Oceans, Keith utes for free to anyone who wants them. The food is then distributed Ashfield. for free at the anti-poverty society’s headquarters located in a BC While Prince Rupert Housing unit at 569 McKay street. The vegetables are completely and Sidney are being free-of-charge and anyone who shoes up between 11 a.m. and noon, spared from being shut Monday through Friday, can take their pick. down, the stations in Vancouver and Comox will not be. The Prince Rupert Northern View staff who maintain the navigational Cunningham, however, contacted both light stations doubts that all eight of the the Coast Guard are finding workers will lose their jobs, but and DFO to themselves on says that the lay-offs will have get some idea the chopping consequences. on how many block. “It means a lot of the work additional staff A c c o r d i n g they’re doing now won’t get the Prince to Bill done. They do a lot of work on the Rupert station Cunningham, the light stations, and a lot of it will can expect and president of the have to be contracted out,” said what the new local chapter of Cunningham. equipment the Public Sector Despite government assurances being promised Alliance of that the level of service being is, but have not (PSAC) provided to mariners will not Bill Cunningham Canada heard a reply so which represents be affected, many organizations far. those workers, across the country are questioning That said, eight support how it will affect response times not everyone staff members and what the implications of not who works at in Prince Rupert having radio operators who are Prince Rupert’s have been given not familiar with the waters they Coast Guard station can letters that say that they could be are monitoring will be on their breath a sigh of relief. Support laid-off. effectiveness.

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City sending the wrong message... Back in September Pinnacle Renewable Energy, for the first time in public, outlined their plans for a pellet export facility in Prince Rupert at the old Westview Terminal. City council was so supportive of the proposal that they voted to write a letter of support for the terminal right then and there without any further information. Fast-forward to Monday, and the City of Prince Rupert is now seeking an extension on an already-underway environmental assessment. That’s understandable to an extent, as three weeks does seem like a small window to properly research and prepare input on any concerns about the proposed pellet terminal and everything that a project of this size entails. But for the City to ask that the project be put on hold until a waterfront plan agreed upon by the City and the Prince Rupert Port Authority is in place is not only ridiculous but sends a seriously negative message to any potential investors. This is a company that has gone through all the proper channels in getting the project to the point where it is, that is looking to spend millions of dollars in the community and is looking to create new short-term and long-term jobs in a community that greatly needs it, and the City of Prince Rupert is asking them to put their plans on hold until the City gets what it wants from the Port Authority. By the time the City consulted with the Prince Rupert Port Authority, came up with a draft that was agreeable to both parties, took that draft to the public, got feedback, revised the draft, and voted on the new waterfront plan, the pellet plant

could be delayed many years while people in the community continue to look for work. This is even more negative in light of the fact that, whether they like it or not, the City of Prince Rupert has no control over what does or doesn’t go on along the waterfront. None. Whether or not you believe the Prince Rupert Port Authority

has the social license to pursue this development, the fact is they have the legal right to do it. And that is all they need. This whole thing doesn’t send a message to investors that Prince Rupert is open and inviting for new business, which is a message that the City should be putting out there for the world to see.

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Working together to make social media work for Rupert Last week Tourism Prince Rupert hosted a series of social media workshops with Think! Social Media for our members. Each workshop addressed the specific social media needs of different tourism sectors. It’s part of a push to make Prince Rupert’s tourism businesses successful in social media in order to strengthen our collective effort to market the Visit Prince Rupert brand. Social media has turned consumer marketing on its head. It’s obviously a global phenomenon, but let’s consider just the Canadian users who make up the bulk of our visitor and resident customers. Canadians are the most engaged online audience; and, in a rapidly-growing trend toward a constantly-connected consumer lifestyle, this is where our customers are choosing to spend their time. And specific to our needs, social media is becoming vital to every stage of the visitor experience – from awareness of Prince Rupert, to trip planning, to on-the-ground support and experience sharing.

According to a yearon the social media platform. Talking tourism are end report from comScore, Each has an average of 190 friends the leading digital business on Facebook – an important analytics firm, Canadians number in considering how a spend about 17 per cent more positive (or negative) message can time online than US users – spread online. an average of 43.5 hours per Twitter’s user base grew by 60 month – mostly accounted per cent to 5.4 million Canadians for by a 32 per cent jump in in 2011, while time spent on the social media usage. site was up 98 per cent. Tumblr Granted, there was a huge saw massive growth in 2011, BRUCE WISHART jump in social media use in both in users and amount of time the 18-to-24 age bracket, spent. Pinterest saw 364 per cent but the second highest growth came in users growth before the end of the year, even older than 55 – up 46 per cent in their use before its massive growth in 2012. YouTube of platforms such as Facebook and Twitter. also saw a huge surge, up by 170 per cent in Usage is very nearly split between male and 2012. female, though women spend a significantly Further to this trend smart phone and higher amount of time on social networks. mobile app usage is soaring – particularly There are roughly 18 million Facebook in the area of social media. comScore also users in Canada, a number that has grown by reported, as of February 2012, that the over a million in the past six months, meaning Canadian RIM (Blackberry) market share that almost 55 per cent of Canadians and is in freefall, while iPhone is poised to take almost 70 per cent of Canadian Internet users over the mobile market in Canada (Samsung

is a distant third). The Visit Prince Rupert website sees most of its traffic from iPad, followed by iPhone, with Android as a distant third. Twitter and Facebook are both in the top 15 mobile apps used by Canadians. These trends make it clear that there is an opportunity for every business to grow their market share by understanding where to find their customers in this complex world. Everything about advertising has changed, even the idea of it. In the world of social media, given the way that experiences spread between users, providing excellent customer service outranks traditional advertising in every way. Local business can further shape their online reputation by joining the social media conversation. Prince Rupert is well placed to take advantage of social media. We can offer stunning images of our scenery, wildlife and culture. We have endless stories to tell, and visitors frequently comment on our friendliness. By working together we can succeed in this new world.

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◆ NORTHERN GATEWAY

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already existing Environment Canada weather stations, as well as introduce radar to B.C.’s North coast. “There is no radar for the Douglas Channel at the moment.” According to Anderson, navigation is currently achieved by radio call in and with an automatic receiver system. “The automatic receiver system enables vessels to be seen from onshore monitoring stations.” He said however, that the automatic receiver has limitations as vessel captains may forget to turn it on and the system is not used in smaller ships. “A land based radar will allow onshore navigators to always see what is out there. There is radar in Vancouver, Victoria and Tofino already. It is just one more layer of safety for navigation on the North coast.” Other proposed marine safety initiatives to mitigate the potential of environmental damage will include a closed loading system to prevent the condensate vapor from escaping, as well as a boom around the vessel while it is being loaded. “This is part of the risk assessment

recommendation process because Mayor Luke Strimbold asked from span to span. The Douglas nothing is perfect,” he said. how navigating the Douglas Channel is 1,400 metres wide from Anderson said the addition of Channel compares with other span to span, which is 10 times escort tugs will mitigate the risk marine channels in Vancouver? the width of the second narrows in of any potential environmental “In Vancouver there is two Vancouver. The Douglas Channel disaster. ‘narrows’ - the first is 350 metres will also have one-tenth of the “The tugs will have spill wide, the second 120 metres wide traffic volume of Vancouver.” response equipment, including dispersant applicators and booms. If something goes wrong with the tanker, the tugs will be the first responders. There is response centres located in Kitimat, Prince Rupert and The Pinnacle Pellets Westview Terminal Shearwater ... a spill response Redevelopment Project plan was filed a year ago with the joint review panel.” The Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA), under the Canada Port According to Anderson a review of the report by Authority Environmental Assessment Regulations, is conducting Transport Canada did not an environmental assessment of the Pinnacle Pellets Westview identify any regulatory Terminal Redevelopment Project, Prince Rupert, BC. The PRPA concerns or require any new is hosting an open house on May 29, 2012 at the Crest Hotel from regulations to be considered. 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM to receive public comments to be considered “This doesn’t mean that they approve of the project, in the environmental assessment. just that they approved this report,” he added. The DRAFT Environmental Screening Report is available for Anderson said that he is review at the Prince Rupert Public Library, City Hall, and the confident that the marine PRPA office. An electronic copy can be downloaded from the aspect of the Northern PRPA website: www.rupertport.com/documents/pinnacle-pelletGateway project can be carried out safely. screening-report .

First Captain Chris Anderson, a master mariner joined with Colin Kinsley of the Northern Gateway Alliance to discuss several marine safety aspects of the Northern Gateway Pipeline project with Village of Burns Lake councilE. Anderson has been providing information for a marine shipping quantitative risk analysis for the Northern Gateway project. The 151 page technical report that took four years to complete was recently submitted as part of the project’s joint review process that is currently underway. The report has also been filed with the National Energy Board. “There are many existing marine oil terminals in Canada, two of them are in B.C.,” he said, adding that while there is already set marine standards, it is Enbridge’s goal to expand on these standards to mitigate the risk of an oil spill. “Double hulls, proper navigation equipment and training are all established international requirements that already have to be adopted and Canada has a Pilotage Act that introduces these regulations. Enbridge is going to add to those,” he said. 75/50 Club Anderson recently & travelled to Denmark Seafest Seniors Tea along with a number of marine pilots and a marine specialist and All resident and visiting Seniors and 75/50 Club Members are cordially invited to tea on Friday, June 8th at the Highliner Plaza Hotel from 1:30 participated in a tanker to 3:30 pm. Refreshments will be served and plaques will be presented simulation scenario to new 75/50 Club members in recognition of their contribution to our navigating the Douglas community. Channel. “This exercise was successful and If you or someone you know qualifies for membership in the 75/50 Club proves that tankers (If you are at least 75 years of age and have lived in Prince Rupert for can successfully go up 50 years or more) please contact Tina Murray, Administrative Assistant the Douglas Channel at 627-0937. unaided by tugs. Even so, there will be two The tea is organized by the Prince Rupert Special Events Society and tugs assisting a vessel Co-sponsored by the City of Prince Rupert. every time.” General Admission is $3.00 Enbridge will also install new weather For 75/50 Club Members Admission is Free. monitoring stations in addition to the

Written comments will be received by PRPA until 4:30 PM local time June 5th, 2012 Comments can be submitted by mail to: Prince Rupert Port Authority #200 – 215 Cow Bay Road Prince Rupert, BC V8J 1A2 Attention: Proposed Pinnacle Pellets Westview Terminal Redevelopment Project Or By email to: pinnaclepellet@feedback.rupertport.com Subject Line: Proposed Pinnacle Pellets Westview Terminal Redevelopment Project Or By submitting the written comments on the forms provided at the open house

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◆ EMPLOYMENT INSURANCE

Council asking feds to retain programs for seasonal workers By Alan S. Hale The Northern View Proposed changes to Employment Insurance rules being proposed – but not elaborated on – by the federal government has seasonal workers on both sides of the country in a tizzy, including fishery workers in Prince Rupert. President of the United Fisherman and Allied Workers Union, Irvin Figg came to the Prince Rupert city council last week to ask them to send a letter to the federal government asking them to reconsider changes to the EI system that Figg says will hurt

fish plant workers. “ Many workers in this town in the fishing industry and in other industries work on a seasonal basis. And when they’re not in their primary jobs they try to pick up work somewhere else, but that can be sporadic at best. Many of them are underemployed,” said Figg. The EI system has a number of programs in the EI system meant to make things easier for seasonal workers that are now going to be cut in this next federal budget. One of these is allowing workers to count the 14 best weeks from the working season when making

your EI claim rather than just the last 14 weeks of the season when a worker’s earnings are typically less than earlier in the season. The result of this program was that it allowed workers to make a bigger claim to EI and get more money per week to support themselves on. Another program to be changed is meant to be an incentive for getting another job. It allows workers who find a second job to earn 40 per cent of what their weekly EI claim is and still receive their full EI amount. Now that is being dropped to 25 per cent. The federal government is also ending the five week extension

in the duration that someone can claim EI benefits, put in place in 2009. The maximum will be 45 weeks again starting in September. Figg says that these changes will do tangible harm to those who work in the fishing industry. He points to one of his union’s members who calculated out how the changes will affect him personally. Figg says that between working in a fish plant and another part-time job this man earns $12,000 a year which allows him to claim $360 a week from EI. “With a stroke of a pen, they take these pilot projects away, he estimates – and I think he’s right –

that instead of a claim of $360 he’ll only get $250. With his part-time job he was getting an exemption of $146 a week he could earn before they took his EI away, now that is $63,” says Figg. “He’s going to lose $200 a week, $800 a month. That’s the difference between being able to pay the bills and having some quality food on the table. He’s done everything the government wants him to do.” Council decided that it would send a letter to Finance Minister Jim Flaherty acknowledging the “success of those programs” and asking the minister to extend them rather than cut them in the budget.

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driver was sober but because of the distracting and intoxicated passengers he was speeding. The vehicle hit the ditch, rolling numerous times before landing in a telephone pole and lighting up on fire. John did a great job with the presentation and the message hit home with a lot of the youths. “You could have heard a pin drop in the room filled with about 150 youths,” said Cpl. House of the audience who were so quiet and attentive during the presentation. This initiative was sponsored

by ICBC and is in collaboration with the Community Prevention Education Continuum (CPEC). There are numerous members of the Prince Rupert community who are working towards a common goal which is having healthy youths by providing initiatives about drug awareness and prevention to all the various grades in the schools. If you want to make a difference with the youths in your community or you think that perhaps an already existing project or initiative is in line with CPEC, please contact Cpl. Anne House at 250-627-2017.

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Port and architect take Cow Bay redesign to city council showing off their new vision of Prince Rupert’s Cow Bay area last week, giving a presentation to city council on Monday and The Prince Rupert Port Authority was an open house for the public on Tuesday. The meeting room at the Crest was filled last night as the Prince Rupert Port Authority hosted an open house 1740 Prince Rupert Blvd, Prince Rupert, BC 250 624-2859 to show the proposed development plan for the Cow Bay area. “We estimate there were about 75 people in attendance last night, which we were very pleased about,” said Prince Rupert Port Authority spokesperson Michael Gurney. The design was designed by MacFarlane Biggar Architects and involves new mixed-use buildings that will be built on three different sites: Mooby is a wonderful guy who is looking for his forever home. He is a friendly cat who where the parking lot across from loves attention and will even give high ¿ves. Atlin Terminal is now, the triangular lot on the corner of Cow Bay Road To clarify any misconceptions the SPCA does not bene¿t from the proceeds donated to the and Manson way, and the empty Paws and Claws Thrift Store. waterfront lot between Atlin Terminal and the cruise ship terminal. To view other adoptable please visit spca. The buildings are designed with bc.ca or like us on Facebook BC SPCA architectural features lifted from Prince Rupert Branch.. Pet food, blankets, comforters and cleaning supplies are industrial buildings from Prince always needed to help care for the animals at the shelter. Rupert’s history such as cannery Please drop off your donations or call the buildings simple triangular roofs and Shelter today. Toy donations also accepted at the use of glass in between columns This ad generously sponsored by on street-level which provide big windows for storefronts and make the new buildings look a little bit as though they’re built on piles. The designers hope that taking features from Prince Rupert’s past will give the area its own distinct feel going forward. “The intent, of course, is not to 975 Chamberlin Avenue recreate the past but rather allow

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◆ ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

Board passes one of two management recommendations other positions lost in trustee Bowles. argued that the $360,000 being given to the the district,” mentioned The next recommendation district for the Learning Improvement Fund The Northern View trustee Janet Beil, with discussed was adding two additional could be put towards a variety of things, in On Thursday, May 17, at the third in trustee Marty Bowles vice-principals in the district, which which the PRDTU could help choose upon. a series of special open board meetings echoing her concern. would cost $26,000, a $13,000 pay But in the end, more trustees were regarding the 2012/2013 school year budget, “Whenever you add to increase to two teachers who would opposed to the recommendation, with three School District 52’s board of education the top, you have to take apply for the job. voting in favour, and three voting against. passed one of Senior Management’s from the bottom,” said On this recommendation, both Beil suggested that the $90,000 of remaining recommendations, hiring an Bowles. trustees Beil and Louisa Sanchez reallocated surplus funds from the special assistant superintendent, but did not pass the H o w e v e r brought up the idea to compromise, needs bus go towards teachers, with the funds final recommendation to hire two additional Superintendent Lynn so that teachers would gain from the going towards working on composition or vice-principals. Hauptman explained budget as well. going towards hiring a psychologist for the The meeting started off with the first that there would in fact Since the last budget meeting, district. This idea will be considered at a recommendation, which was to add an be other positions lost, Trustee Janet Beil when the board had approved later date. assistant superintendent to the budget at a but those would be the to spend some surplus funds on cost of $70,000. This position would replace two part-time Director of purchasing a new special two part-time Director of Instruction jobs, Instruction spots. needs bus, the board found out Mother Goose one of which is Sandy Jones who also works “What we’re looking that the cost would be almost a program for babies aged 0-18 as a principal at Charles Hays Secondary at is taking the .5 Director of Instruction completely funded by the Ministry months and their caregiver(s) School, and the second, which was filled by position that Marcy VanKoughnett held, of Education. The district now has Starting on Thursday March 29th Marcy VanKoughnett before she moved out and taking the .5 that Sandy presently holds $90,000 of surplus reallocated into and running for 10 Thursdays of the district. and creating one position, eliminating the their budget. At first, many trustees expressed fear Director of Instruction jobs and creating a “I can’t even consider two more 10:00 am - 11:30 am Pineridge Strong Start over this new employment. new position,” she explained. vice-principal positions at this time 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm CHSS Strong Start “I think there’s a fear out there that by After much discussion, every trustee was unless the money that’s in this surplus Contact Kate, Success by 6 co-ordinator for info. @250-622-9458 us creating these positions, there will be in favour of the recommendation, aside from will be reallocated back in this budget A FREE PROGRAM goes back to our teachers in some PROVIDED BY: way. I think it’s only fair,” said Beil. 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reception in the Lester Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lobby where people will be able to mingle, listen to live music and look at artifacts of the centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history, such The Lester Centre of the Performing Arts is as photos and old programs brought in from the turning 25 -years-old this month, and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Prince Rupert Archives. At eight p.m. the show having a Gala on May 26 to celebrate itself will begin. a quarter-century of promoting The centre is expecting its the performing arts on the North 1,000,250th patron to come Coast. through the door that night, but â&#x20AC;&#x153;What weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to be doing is since they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know exactly who showcasing our fabulous local talent they are, there will be a draw and in a gala evening. We have all over the winner will be given a round a hundred local dancers, singers, trip to Vancouver courtesy of musicians and actors contributing, all HawkAir. putting their talents into a wonderful The gala is one of the Lester show for the community,â&#x20AC;? said Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest fundraising events Crystal Lorette the manager of the of the year. They have recently Lester Centre. replaced the carpeting in the lobby Performers include Spectrum Lester Centre manager and fixtures in the bathrooms over City Dance, the Prince Rupert the past year. They also put in a new Dance Academy and Mermaid Cafe. Crystal Lorette stage earlier this year with grant There will be vignettes and stand money from the Prince Rupert Port up performances as well. Jennifer Authority. Known as a sprung-stage, Kloppers and Doug Kydd will be it is suspended to minimize the emceeing the show. impact of landing on those using it. The show is being masterminded Unlike past years, by an old veteran of the Lester Center stage, Amber there were no injuries at the BC Annual Macereth, who is the grand daughter of Pete Lester Dance competition with the new stage in (the centre is named after he and his wife Mary place. Lester) and daughter of Teresa Macereth, who The centre is now hoping to turn its attention to was one of the founders of the BC Annual Dance replacing the stage curtains and lighting which are Competition. all as old as the building. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Amber pretty much grew up on the stage here. Tickets include the cost of the wine and cheese I remember her performing here when she was reception. They can be picked up at the Lester three and Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gone on to do some pretty big Centre box office or Cookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jewellers. things...She was even in the movie Chicago,â&#x20AC;? said Look for coverage of the Lester Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 25th Lorette. anniversary gala next week in the Prince Rupert The night will start with a wine and cheese Northern View. The Northern View

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Some tips to ensure you’re boating safely Every year, recreational boaters take to the waterways to soak up some sun and have fun on the water. Too often, however, recreational boating trips turn tragic, resulting in injury or even death. The importance of precautionary measures when boating is immeasurable, and boaters should heed the following safety advice whenever taking to the water, be it in the ocean or on a nearby lake or river. * Enroll in a boating skills course. Technology is forever advancing, and boating technology is not immune. Those new to boating should take a safety course before the sailing season begins. Even veteran sailors would be wise to take a boating skills and safety course at least every few years. This can help refresh their memory and keep boaters abreast of the latest technology. * Be mindful of the weather. Driving in bad weather can be dangerous, but boating in bad weather can prove fatal. Be especially mindful of the weather

when planning a boating trip. The National Weather Service provides daily boating reports as well as forecasts for the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Sailors should consult these reports before leaving the dock. * Make sure all boat passengers know how to swim. Surviving a capsized boat is never easy, but it’s nearly impossible for passengers who don’t know how to swim. Make sure all passengers know how to swim before heading out to sea. If it’s been awhile since you have taken to the water, refresh your memory with a swimming course and make sure passengers are physically capable of swimming. * Do not consume alcohol while operating a boat. Alcohol is the leading contributing factor in fatal boating accidents. Sixteen percent of boating deaths listed alcohol use as the leading contributor. Just because you’re on the water does not mean laws no longer apply. It’s illegal to operate a boat under the

influence of alcohol, not to mention considerably unsafe. Passengers might not know the first thing about operating a boat, so skippers must maintain their sobriety in the case of an accident or a mechanical problem. * Stock up on life jackets. One size does not fit all when it comes to life jackets. Adult-sized life jackets, for example, will not work for children. A child’s life jacket should fit snugly and not allow the child’s chin or ears to slip through. Test all life jackets for wear and buoyancy at least once per year, and discard any life jackets that are waterslogged, leaky or faded. Keep

extra life jackets aboard just to be safe. * Protect yourself and passengers from carbon monoxide. Exposure to CO is possible inside and outside the boat. Install a CO detector on the boat and maintain it properly, including checking it before sailing season begins to make sure it’s still functioning properly. It’s especially important to protect yourself and your passengers from CO, as the symptoms of CO exposure are similar to those of seasickness and alcohol intoxication. But prolonged

exposure to low concentrations of CO or quick exposure to high concentrations can be fatal. * Don’t allow swimmers near the boat’s exhaust pipe. Part of the fun of sailing is allowing passengers to take a dip or a swim when the boat has stopped moving. However, never let swimmers swim or wade near the engine’s exhaust pipe. Exhaust from a boat’s engine can be a deadly source of CO. Keep swimmers in sight at all times.

Some safety tips for those new to boating Learning to boat or sail is similar to learning to drive an automobile neither one happens overnight. Learning to get around on the water can be exciting, but it can also be intimidating to take over the reins of a boat for the first time. Though beginners might be apprehensive when they first start to boat or sail, there are some tips that can make it a little easier for those new to captaining their own ship. * Start small. Much like teenagers learning to drive are often more comfortable learning behind the wheel of a compact car, boating beginners might be

more comfortable learning to sail on a small boat. Smaller boats are easier to maneuver, making even the most nervous novice a little more comfortable. * Choose calm waters in which to practice. Though boating accidents in both the United States and Canada, where the Canadian government expected roughly 200 boaters to die on the water in 2009, have been on the decline, accident statistics illustrate just how dangerous it can be even for fully licensed and experienced sailors to operate a boat. That said, beginners should always practice in calm waters that don’t boast big

waves or lots of fellow boaters. This gives beginners the chance to learn the feel of the boat without the added pressure of handling choppy waters or traffic. * Read the weather reports. Veteran boaters struggle with inclement weather from time to time, so beginners should expect to struggle with adverse conditions as well. But don’t be caught off guard by bad weather. Always check the weather reports before going out, and be sure to bring along appropriate attire and gear. * Don’t go it alone. Boating and sailing come with their own terminology, which beginners

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First United Church Summer Market Saturdays June 16 through August 25, 9:00 a.m. until Noon Table rental $10 Please call our office at 250-624-2087 to book a table.

Planet Youth (ages 19-24) is looking to start a Youth Council. If you are a leader in your community and are interested in: Creating community events (music, arts, sports etc), creating recreation opportunities in the community, supporting a sustainable green community, establishing networks and opportunities for youth, travel and trips and more, we will be having an information session on May 17th at 4pm at the Friendship House in the third Floor Meeting room. Call 250-6271717 Ext For more information or e-mail christa@friendshiphouse.ca.

Kaien Island First Nation Elders from Friendship House are looking for volunteers to help out during special events; Seafest, National Aboriginal Day and Canada Day. Volunteers needed for the following duties: Set up and take down, Cook, Cashier, Transportation/Driver and Dishwasher. If you would like to volunteer for any of the above duties, please contact George Sampson at the Friendship House, 250-627-1717 ex 26,

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. Pls Contact planetyouth@friendshiphouse.ca or call 250-6271717 ext 58 of just drop in sign up

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 250-624-5031 ext. 226 for pick up.

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the Friendship House every Tuesday evening from 4-5pm. 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: 00 pm – 2:00 pm. Dates: April 16th – Annual Exams- Prevent Complications- Find out How. May 14th – Carb Counting Basics. June 11th – Foot Care – Protect Your Feet

The Heritage Advisory Committee is looking for new members, if you are interested please drop a note to: Heritage Advisory Committe, PO Box 181, Prince Rupert, BC, V8J 3P6

HIV Prevention Informational Sessions. Wednesdays, January 25 - March 28, 2012, 1:30-3:30pm @ Activity Rm of Friendship House. Create awareness, promotong Precautionary measures, Sharing Protection Resources, Promoting Risk and Management practices, Establish Contacts, Build Networks. Contact Carol @ 627-1717 ex 64 or visit 744 Fraser Street (Friendship House) or email aamagoot@friendshiphouse.ca

Knights of Columbus Flea Market - Table Rentals. We support 25-30 Charities and Institutions. Dates open Mar 24; April 14, 28.

Meals on Wheels Volunteer drivers needed immediately. 3x/week, 11:15am-12:30pm. Please call 250-622-6315 for Info.

Last Minute Market every Saturday 9:00 - 12:30 at the Moose Hall. Craft items, baking, home business and yard sale items. For table rentals call Rosa 250-624-4787 or Kathleen at 250-624-5652.

Prince Rupert Seniors Centre - Bingo every Friday 1:00 to 3:00 at the Seniors’ Centre. Everyone 19 of age and older welcome.

Scouts Canada - Scouting in Prince Rupert, Beavers aged 5-7 years old meet on Tuesday evening at Pineridge School in the Gym, 6:30 - 7:30pm. Cubs aged 8-11 yearls old meet on Wednesday evening at Pineridge School in the Gym, 7:00-8:30pm. Contact C. Green, 250-624-3370

Calling all Musicians! Prince Rupert Community Band and Choir are looking for new members. No Auditions necessary! PR Community Band meets Monday nights 7:30 - 9:00 Pm at the PRMS (formerly PRSS) Band Room.

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43. Roman alcoves 45. More crafty 47. Susan ____ of «All My Children» 51. Kind of coffee 53. Stage direction 55. Covered with fungi 57. Proud walk 59. Cowboy’s route 61. Mete out 62. Costa 64. Water plants 66. Llama doc 67. Ingest 71. Cut at an angle 73. Wingspread 74. Not clerical 76. Take sustenance 77. Hindu incantation 79. Roam aimlessly 81. Summer top 85. Word for Simon’s couple 86. Wane 88. Polynesian feast 90. Dwarf buffalo 91. Driving need 92. Goldblum film, with «The» 93. Bawdy 94. Rigel, e.g.

95. To be human 96. Perceive 97. Helm direction 98. Make more acute DOWN 1. Look over 2. «And Then There Were ____» 3. Lyrical 4. Rouse 5. Contests 6. Battle 7. Addled 8. Kiosk 9. Dark brew 10. Watchman 11. Farm babies 12. Dickey’s kin 13. Spring flowers 14. Consumer 24. Fresh 26. Positive response 28. Addition 30. Fusty 32. Polygraph’s catch 34. Sidewalk and yard 35. Pamphlet 36. Assignment 38. Sullen

39. Bounder 41. Aquarium fish 44. Musical sense 46. Scope 48. Adult scrod 49. Pungent spice 50. Lazed 52. Roll up 54. Inflexible 56. Notwithstanding 58. Like farmland 60. Freedom 63. Serpent 65. Bards’ sunsets 67. Gardener, at times 68. Traipse about 69. Hill resident 70. Toupee, e.g. 72. Discuss again 73. Struck 75. Showy lily 78. Umps 80. Showdown for two 82. «Long Day’s Journey ____ Night» 83. Reddish brown 84. Biblical weed 87. Word to Birdie 89. Flabbergast

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Ontario where he has resided since 2009. Despite suffering from dementia for the past few years, Karl remained cheerful and was as mischievous as ever. Karl was born in Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan on June 26, 1932 and lived most of his life in Prince Rupert, B.C. A determined young man, Karl’s travels took him to many locations in North America; on one of many trips to New York City, he was named Inventor of the Week. Seven of his 14 inventions were patented including one for a catalytic converter. A man of many talents, he worked in the Bering Sea as a mechanic on a Àshing boat, on the Dew Line in the early 60s and ran a bicycle shop. Karl always had a way of making the smallest of things amusing including using pet names, funny faces and playing games such as “Touched-you-last”. With their RV, he and Phyllis had many travelling and camping adventures, including summers spent as Campground Hosts. Karl had visited the Yukon a number of times and his love of the Yukon was so great that his wish was to have his ashes spread in Ross River, Yukon. Karl was predeceased by his loving wife, Phyllis Hoehn whom he had been married to since 1954. Karl is survived by his sons Birk (Nancy) of Kelowna BC and Cory (Cathy) of Whitehorse YT. He is preceded in death by his son Jed. He will be fondly remembered by his grandchildren Kyle, Natalie, Kramer, Jenna, Katie, Nicole and Erin as well as great-grandson, Maddoc. Karl’s children plan to gather in the Yukon this summer to honour Karl’s wishes.

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Saturday May 12th at Carlingview Manor March 17, 1934 – Julyin18,Ottawa, 2009 Ontario where he has resided since 2009. Despite suffering from dementia for the past few years, Karl remained cheerful and wasIt asis mischievous as ever. with great sadness we anPhyllis passed on away on Karl was born in Meadownounce Lake, that Saskatchewan June July in 18,Prince 2009, inRupert, Prince 26, 1932 and lived most Saturday, of his life B.C., surrounded by her B.C. A determined youngRupert, man, Karl’s travels took him family and close friends. She leaves to many locations in North America; on one of many to mourn her passing: Karl, her trips to New York City, husband he wasof named of 55 years; Inventor her sons Birk the Week. Seven inventions were (Nancy), Kelowna B.C. of andhis Cory14 (Cathy) Ottawa, Ont., andpatented daughterincluding for Ill.; a catalytic converter. A man of in-law Linda,one Chicago her grandchildren Kyle, Natalie (Colin), many he Erin, worked theher Bering asnu-a Kramer talents, (Paige), Nicole, Jenna, in Katie; sister MelvaSea Holm, mechanic on nephews a Àshing on many the Dew Line in the early merous nieces, andboat, cousins; dear and special friends. 60s and ran a bicycle shop. Karl always had a way of Phyllis wasthe sadly predeceased her youngest son Jed,including her sister making smallest ofbythings amusing Darlene, her parents Hilda and Walter Krock. games such as using petand names, funny faces and playing “Touched-you-last”. With their RV, he and Phyllis had A memorial service willadventures, be held: many travelling and camping including Wednesday, July 22, 2009, 7:30 P.M. summers spent as Campground Hosts. Karl had visited St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, the Yukon a number460 of times and his love of the Yukon McBride Street was so great that hisPrince wishRupert, was toB.C. have his ashes spread in Ross River, Yukon. be refreshments by to follow the church basement. KarlThere waswillpredeceased his inloving wife, Phyllis Hoehn whom he had been married to since 1954. Karl lieu of Áowers donations The Canadian Cancer Society would is Insurvived by his sonstoBirk (Nancy) of Kelowna BC be gratefully accepted. and Cory (Cathy) of Whitehorse YT. He is preceded in death by his son Jed. He will be fondly remembered by If tears could build a Kramer, stairway Jenna, Katie, his grandchildren Kyle, Natalie, a lane, Nicole and Erin asAnd wellmemories as great-grandson, Maddoc. I’d walk right up to Heaven Karl’s children plan to gather in the Yukon this summer And bring you home again. 2117 to honour Karl’s wishes.

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Employment Opportunity The Prince Rupert Visitor Centre is currently looking for an adult to Âżll the position of Visitor Councilor on the BC Ferry from June to September 2012. The Visitor Centre is looking for a highly responsible, professional, outgoing individual with a strong work ethic. This is a challenging position in that the person will work on the ferry for Âżve consecutive days and will have the full responsibility for providing wide-ranging, accurate and detailed travel information for people visiting Prince Rupert and the northern region. The person will need to be able to read and write at a grade 12 level, have strong organizational skills and be able to take direction in an efÂżcient manner. Experience with word, excel, e-mail and the internet is a requirement of the position. Previous experience in tourism services and/or customer service and a thorough knowledge of BC are considered assets.

SERVICE ADVISOR. Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chrysler Ltd. Westlock, Alberta is looking for an above average individual skilled in customer service. Duties to include: effective communication with customers, recommend scheduled maintenance and schedule work. QualiďŹ cations shall include: knowledge of vehicles and the automotive industry. Sales experience is considered an asset, strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, ability to work in a fast paced environment with tight time constraints, computer literate and posses a valid drivers licence. Apply to: Dale Marshall - Service Manager. Phone 1780-349-5566. Fax 1-780-3496493 or email: dalem@brownschrysler.com TABER TIMES/Vauxhall Advance is seeking an editor to lead a three-person newsroom. Candidate must be able to multitask, produce a quality newspaper and maintain online presence. Send covering letter and resume to: Coleen Campbell, Publisher. Email: ccampbell@abnewsgroup.com Deadline Thursday, May 31.

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The Port of Prince Rupert, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second largest West Coast port with the deepest natural harbour in North America, has opportunities for highly-motivated individuals to join the team as:

HARBOUR PATROL BOAT CAPTAIN (CASUAL) The Harbour Patrol Boat Captain acts as Boat Master aboard the Charles Hays and any other Port vessels as directed by the VP, Operations. The incumbent patrols the waters under PRPAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s jurisdiction, enforcing regulations, and policies and procedures as set out in the Canada Marine Act. In addition, the incumbent supports the Portâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities pertaining to harbour or at-sea access.

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HARBOUR PATROL BOAT DECK HAND (CASUAL) The Harbour Patrol Boat Deck Hand acts as Deck Hand aboard the Charles Hays and any other Port vessels as directed by the Boat Master/Captain. The incumbent assists the Boat Master/Captain in patrolling the PRPA jurisdiction, applying rules and regulations dictated in the Canada Marine Act, PRPA Policies and Procedures, and our letters patent. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with High School Diploma or equivalent education and some sea-time would be an asset. The ideal candidate would also possess strong spoken and written communication skills, and perform well individually as well as in a team environment. These are temporary, casual positions for the months of June to September 2012 when the Charles Hays will be operating longer hours.

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More details regarding these opportunities are available at the Portâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at: www.rupertport.com. Individuals of aboriginal descent are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates are requested to submit their application in conĂ&#x20AC;dence specifying which position they wish to be considered for by June 8, 2012, to: Human Resources Prince Rupert Port Authority 200 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 215 Cow Bay Road Prince Rupert, B.C., V8J 1A2 Fax: (250) 627-8980 Email: careers@rupertport.com

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WANT TO see scenic BC! Needed immediately . Experienced Feller Buncher Operator with Chipper Head/Mower to work around Hydro Transmission Lines. Must be willing to travel throughout BC (based out of Vanderhoof). $28-$34 per hour + Beneﬁts. For more info. e-mail: sbcjobs@hotmail.ca. Send Resume to: SBCJOBS Box 1136 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 or Fax: 250-567-2550

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Trades, Technical AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN. Journeyman Automotive Service Technician required. 45 minutes North of Edmonton, Alberta. Busy ﬂat rate Chrysler dealership. Above average wages to commensurate with training level achieved. Chrysler experience an asset but not essential. 4th year apprentice considered. Apply to: Dale Marshall - Service Manager. Phone 1-780-349-5566. Fax 1780-349-6493 or email: dalem@brownschrysler.com

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STEEL BUILDING - Blowout sale! 20x26 $5,199. 25x28 $5,799. 30x42 $8,390. 32x56 $11,700. 40x50 $14,480. 47x76 $20,325. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422.

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May 26, 2012 Saturday @ 10:00 am Topley, BC. @ Topley Garage, Hwy 16 & Junction Hwy 118 to Granisle VEHICLES Etc: 1988 Ford Motorhome (gas/propane), 20ft tandem axel car hauler trailer, 1956 GMC 6x6 Deuce & 1/2, miles tandem axle log trailer in good condition, 16 new 11R x 24.5 Continental truck tires, 2 sets new lightweight 24.5 single tire chains, set of Ford pickup mirrors, 3 sets new lightweight 24.5 triple tire chains, 4 16” hub caps, set 16” new tire chains, 86 Chevy repair quarter panels, camper jacks, RV water tank & pump, Suburban quarter panels, 4 small tires, 19 ft. KNC Cabin Cruiser w/ 6 cyl Mercury inboard tandem axel trailer 2, 9.9 Honda kicker, 21ft Fiber Form Cruiser, 250hp Mercury inboard w/ tandem axel trailer, 9.9 Honda 4 stroke long shaft outboard motor (10hrs), 1973 18’ West Wight sailboat w/ trailer. TOOL & EQUIPMENT: Miller gas Trailblazer 44G, Ingersoll Rand T-30 air compressor, Hotsy pressure washer, Ammco drum 7 rotor lathe, Snap-on tool Box, Beach tool boxes, Oxy Acetylene plate cutter, Clausing metal lathe & accessories, Delta drill press, 5hp military Briggs & Stratton, JD control valves & hydraulic pumps, Siou valve grinding machine, cable tugger, triangle reflector sets, electrical conduit, oxygen tank & gauge, 3000 gal Regal Enviro fuel double tank w/ 110 1/4hp fuel pump, nozzle, safety valve, complete on skids, 3000 gal water tank on skids - fits in back of dump truck, 500 gal RSF manufactured water tank for skidder, highway truck reflectors, electrical boxes, wooden snow shoes, Williams space heater, Coleman heater/oven, stove. CARPENTRY: Large selection of building materials, carpenters tools & lots of items for construction. Condition of Sale; Terms: Cash & Check with Identification, sorry no Credit Cards. Items are As Is condition ~ not responsible for accidents. Any question please contact:

Mike Steinebach @ (250) 694-3497 Cell (250) 692-6107 Or Egon Steinebach @ (250) 694-3319 Cell (250) 570-2055 E-Mail: mike@mikesauction.net & Website www.mikesauction.net BC LIVESTOCK is holding a ranch equipment auction Saturday May 26th 10:30A.M. For Craig Ervin of Lone Butte. Tractors, haying equipment, backhoe, trucks, tools, saddles & tack, skidoo’s, quads, lots, lots more. View website at www.bclivestock.bc.ca F.M.I. Call 250-573-3939

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PR: 1528 7th Ave East, 3bdrm, 3bath. Garage, Laundry, Gas Heat. No Pets. Perfect for a Family! $1100/mo. Avail June 1. Long Term Renter Preferred. Call 250-624-1461 PR: 2 Bdrm House, 755 7th Ave West, Avail June 1, Inquire @ 250-624-2725

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24th ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SALE sponsored by the Vernon Collectors Club at Vernon Curling Rink on Fri. May 25th from 3pm-8pm & Sat. May 26th from 10am-4pm. Approx. 125 tables.$3 admission is good for both days. GET FAST Restless Leg Syndrome and Leg Cramp Relief. safe with medication, all natural, proven results, guaranteed!!! Sold in 75 Countries. 1800-765-8660 EST. www.allcalm.com **HOME PHONE Reconnect** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? PR: One large chest freezer for sale $150.00 or trade for a small apt size freezer. One metal ofﬁce desk for sale $20.00 Call Don evenings 250-627-8303

1123-1137 Borden Street Adult-oriented. Quiet location with harbour view. Heat and hot water included. Minutes walking to downtown and hospital. References required. 1, 2, or 3 bedroom suites. Some furnished. Prince Rupert

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PR: 2 bedroom, clean, quiet apartments for rent includes TV.,Gym and Sauna, available now $550 to $650 call Lynn at Randall North RES 250-6271414. www.prince-rupert-realestate.com

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Address 1438 Overlook 1326 Pigott Ave 241 9th Ave East 310 6th Ave West 1507 8th Ave East 245 3rd Ave West 519 3rd Ave West 1600 8th Ave 1833 5th Ave 1001 PR Blvd 1643 Atlin Ave 102 Raven 108 Collart 1233 Conrad St 1235 7th East 1219 E 7th 1222 Beach Place 1418 Atlin Ave 1233 Conrad 1110 6th East 1433 Overlook St 105 Raven 1745 Sloan Ave

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Transportation

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97 Dodge 4x4 Diesel Needs Transmission 9ft Plow & Engine Mount Hydraulics Pump, Sander needs work 3600 Electrical Hydraulic Hoist Will sell Plow & Pump Assembly, Sander and Hoist separately. Will consider parting out truck

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Point of Sale under Warehouse Lien Act This is a notice to Folz, Christopher Robert of Edmonton Alberta your 2003 Ford Mustang VIN #1FAFP40403F340904 will be sold for repairs and storage in the amount of $9,700.00 with taxes under the Warehouse Lien Act in 21 days at SKB Auto Salvage in Prince Rupert.

Point of Sale under Warehouse Lien Act This is a notice to Smith, Gerald of Port Alberni your 1979 Dodge pick up VIN #D13JS9S196248 will be sold for towing and storage in the amount of $3,500.00 with taxes under the Warehouse Lien Act in 21 days at SKB Auto Salvage in Prince Rupert.

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◆ 34TH ANNUAL

Seafest activities announced, volunteers still needed By Martina Perry The Northern View In just over two weeks, starting Thursday, June 7, Prince Rupert will be celebrating the 34th annual Seafest celebration with lots of fun activities, entertainment and food. Joy Sundin of the Prince Rupert Special Events Society talked to the Prince Rupert Northern View about some of the activities, and the celebrations’ need for more volunteers. “This is our salute to the Canadian Coast Guard for their 50th anniversary year. We’re proud to be able to recognize them for all of the good work they do for our community and country,” said Sundin, mentioning that the Canadian Coast Guard will have a large display set up with interactive

activities to show people what they do. The 34th annual Seafest celebration will kick off on Thursday with a block party outside of City Hall, which will be weather dependant. At the block party there will be fun games such as “Minute to Win It”, as well as a bouncy castle, treats and live music. Then on Friday, the Seniors Tea will be occurring. Two naval ships, Nanaimo and Edmonton, will be berthed at Atlin Terminal, where people can take tours of the ships on both Friday and Sunday afternoon. On Saturday, Prince Rupert’s downtown core will be closed off for the annual parade, as well as

events and games including show and shine, arm wrestling competitions, the soapbox derby, three-onthree basketball tournament, fouron-four hockey tournament and Joy Sundin music at Mariner’s Park from seven to nine p.m., including Smithers’ band North of Dixie, and Prince Rupert bands Triple Bypass and Dylan Rysstad and the Rain Dogs. Sunday’s events will take place at the waterfront, and include the quick and daring races, sail-past, fly-past, the swim for survival, kayak races, the children’s bullhead fishing derby and closing off

“A couple of hours of your time would be marvelous to put towards...”

Seafest will be the annual sunset memorial service held at Mariner’s Memorial Park. Booth activities occurring the weekend will include touch tanks full of sea critters such as octopus, sea cucumbers, and more, put on by DFO, and a booth put on by the Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve full of games and the sites and sounds of Haida Gwaii. Sadly, this year popular events such as the youth blockstock and Seafest Gardens will not be occurring. Blockstock could not move forward because of a lack of youth bands, and the Prince Rupert Lions Club has issued a statement saying, “The Prince Rupert Lions Club proudly supports Seafest and regrets they are unable to participate in the 2012 with our

annual gardens. We look forward to participating again in the future.” The Prince Rupert Special Events Society is still in need of volunteers to help out on Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday, volunteers are needed to help man the parade barricades, help with the parade set-up at six a.m., as well as general set-up downtown and certified traffic controllers are needed to help with the parade route. On Sunday, volunteers are also needed for setting up booths and tents, garbage pick-up and take down. “A couple of hours of your time would be marvelous to put towards your community festival,” said Sundin. People are reminded that they must register for certain activities before hand.

◆ FIFTH ANNUAL

Smoltfest happening this Saturday at Oldfield hatchery By Martina Perry The Northern View The Prince Rupert Salmonid Enhancement Society will be holding the fifth annual Smoltfest on Saturday, May 26 starting at four p.m., a family event where members of the community help with the release of nearly 6,000 Coho Smolt Salmon. At Smoltfest, people will take smolt in a bucket (buckets should be brought from home) and release them into the Oldfield Creek, where

they will spend a short amount of time before starting their journey to the ocean. If everything goes right, the smolt will return in two or three years to spawn. Approximately 5,700 Coho Smolt Salmon will be released at the Oldfield Creek Fish Hatchery during the event. On top of the smolt releases, there will be fun events such as fish tossing, smolt races, educational booths, arts and crafts, as well as a delicious barbeque. Entrance will be by donation,

with all funds raised going towards the hatchery and the education centre that is currently being developed at the hatchery. The centre will be one of the few of its kind in British Columbia. The centre will be beneficial in assisting schools in the district that participate in the “Stream to Sea” program that aims to teach children about the life cycle of salmon, as well as their importance to the way of life in the north. The Prince Rupert

Salmonid Enhancement Society is a non-profit organization that started Smoltfest five years ago to help raise awareness and get the community involved with the Oldfield Hatchery.

The society is always in need of volunteers for the hatchery. Anyone interested in donating his or her time is encouraged to call the hatchery at 250-624-5127.

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The fifth annual Smoltfest will be occurring at the Oldfield Creek Fish Hatchery located on Wantage Road over the weekend. At Smoltfest people will release nearly 6,000 Coho Smolt Salmon into the creek, as well as fun activities, and barbequed goods. Entrance will be by donation, with funds collected going towards the hatchery and it’s education center.

www.thenorthernview.com and check out the Calendar on the left hand side of the page.

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dishwasher for large pots and pans?

8 PIECE LIVING ROOM SUITE!

free freezer, this could be the perfect fridge for you or your rental suite! ..................... $499

Queen Size Pocket Coil

Simmons is the makers of the world

Cubic Freezer

List $699 18

SENSATIONAL

included slats, rails, headboard and footboard! ........................................ $399 List $1,499 Xtra

Long Eurotrex Bed

Is your teen too tall for a regular bed? Eurotrex premium memory foam with extra support in the mid section ............................................. $499 List $3,499 King

Size Eurotrex Bed

King size Eurotrex memory foam mattress with 2 king size box springs (4 left) .............$1,699

HUNDREDS OF ITEMS NOT LISTED

THURSDAY 12 TO 12 Mackenzie Home Furnishings “Where the PRICE is Right and The QUALITY Better”

150 1st Avenue West Phone 250-624-4146 mackenziehomefurnishings.ca Thursday 12-12 Friday 10-6 Saturday 6-6

SPECIAL HOURS THURSDAY NOON TO MIDNIGHT