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All hands on deck A trio of Coast Guard vessels guide the U.S.-based trawler Rondys to the government dock in Port Hardy last Wednesday after the ship lost steering en route from Dutch Harbor, Ak., to the Lower 48. In all, four Coast Guard boats were involved in assisting the Rondys. The Joint Rescue Coordination J.R. Rardon Centre said repairs were completed in Port Hardy and the ship resumed its trip.
McNeill bows out of Hornsby hunt J.R. Rardon Gazette editor PORT McNEILL—The Town essentially removed itself from consideration — or at least deferred its chances — as the final display location for the historic Hornsby Steam Crawler Tractor, which was recently returned to the North Island from Surrey following a protracted legal battle. During deliberations in
its regular meeting Oct. 1, council declined to join the Regional District of Mount Waddington Heritage Registry, a precondition for hosting the RD’s historical artifacts. Joining the registry would cost the Town $2,500 per year, a cost councillors were not willing to accept at this time. “We’ve got the steam donkey here, and we’ve
got the burl,” coun. Shirley Ackland said. “We have heritage here we need to preserve. Before I would be willing to vote to put money into a regional plan, we need to look after the equipment we have here.” When the North Island Heritage Society last month invited proposals to house the Hornsby, which is in temporary storage at the Lemare Lake Logging yard
south of Port McNeill, the Town expressed a tentative interest. A volunteer group in Coal Harbour has taken the first steps toward what it hopes will be a new museum with the Hornsby as its centrepiece. Coun. Gaby Wickstrom, who was provided the RD’s information just two days earlier, informed council of the heritage bylaw require-
ment, kicking off a discussion that quickly made clear Port McNeill would not be a front-runner for the 100-year-old machine. “My personal feeling is we have enough on our plate without encouraging us to get into a situation where there’s even more expenditures to lay out,” Mayor Gerry Furney said. “The Hornsby was retrieved by the people of Coal
Harbour, and I have felt if Coal Harbour is interested in making a project of it, it would be a great attraction for them.” Wickstrom reminded council that the question was not one of hosting the century-old Hornsby, the only one of its kind
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Shining a light on loss Gazette staff PORT HARDY— Around a hundred people came out to the Sisters in Spirit vigil in Port Hardy last week. Sisters in Spirit is a campaign launched by the Native Women’s Association of Canada in 2004 to raise public awareness of the high rates of violence against aboriginal women in Canada. The campaign has grown each year and this year over 100 vigils were held across Canada. The vigil in Port Hardy made special mention of two local women; the recent murder victim Cindy Scow and the missing Angeline Pete. Scow, a mother of seven, was murdered last month in an abandoned house on Tsulquate Road and 19-year-old Dakota Johnny has been charged in the crime. Scow’s mother, Blanche Walkus, On a roll was present at the vigil Linda Archer of Port Alice dips sushi rolls in sesa- and made an emotional me seeds during last week’s Elder College lesson address to the assembled at the Community Centre. Shirley Scott crowd. Pete has been missing
A crowd gathered in Carrot Park last week for a candlelight vigil as part of Sisters in Spirit events across Canada. A O’Toole
since May 25, 2011, when she was last seen at her residence in North Vancouver. The 29-year-old is originally from Quatsino and her family and RCMP have been searching for her for more than a year. Family members have had no contact with her since her disappearance, something out of character for Pete, and they are concerned for her well-being.
Police have received many tips and possible sightings, and believe she may have hitchhiked to Alberta, but have no concrete leads on her whereabouts. Eileen Nelson, who raised Pete, held her picture up during the vigil as songs for healing were sung. The crowd, holding candles, then walked along the seawall from Carrot
Park to Tsulquate Park and back. Organizers explained to the crowd that the event was an opportunity for those assembled to slow down and feel, to honour missing and murdered Aboriginal women and girls, and to support their grieving families. The local candlelight vigil was planned by the Quatsino First Nation.
Wine Tasting & Titanic Dance Party Saturday, October 13, 2012 6:30pm to 1:00am Port Hardy Civic Centre
Get set for a wonderful evening where you will enjoy 6 fine Vancouver Island wines paired with tasters prepared by chef Alfons Bauer, then dance the night away to Celtic Chaos. The most common question is “What is a Titanic Dance Party?” - the answer is: Have you seen the part of the movie Titanic where Jack and Rose were dancing and swinging in steerage? That’s the kind of dancing we’ll be enjoying. Free short and easy lessons included! Tickets $40 and available now at Cafe Guido in Port Hardy and Port McNeill Flower Shoppe (cash/cheque only please)
Hosted by the Rotary Club of Port Hardy. Proceeds to Rotary International’s polio eradication efforts. Thanks for your support!
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Town seeks improved access to Old School J.R. Rardon Gazette editor PORT McNEILL— Council last week approved an application for a federal accessibility fund that could lead to improved access to the Old School for wheelchair-bound users. The motion was presented during council’s regular meeting Oct. 1 by coun. Gaby Wickstrom, who interviewed a number of citizens about the greatest accessibility needs facing both residents and visitors to Port McNeill. “Everyone I talked to that had accessibility issues uses this facility,” said Wickstrom, whose motion requests an application to fund a redesign of the entrance to the Old School with improvements to include a paved handicapped parking spot, a
paved sidewalk from the parking spot to the base of the existing wheelchair ramp, and an enlargement of the landing at the front door. The improvements could possibly included an automated door. The project was one of two recommended by Wickstrom, who also identified the need for a wheelchair-accessible public washroom at or near the waterfront. The downside to that project was a substantially higher cost, up to $50,000, of which the Town will need to pay 25 per cent. Coun. Chris Sharpe asked if the two projects could be rolled together into a single funding request, but Wickstrom noted the town has just come through some major projects, including replacement of its water line system, and the current fiscal year’s
Council Meeting Port McNeill budget is particularly tight. “If this (Accessibility Fund) is extended to 2013, we could get a really good proposal together,” she said. Coun. Shirley Ackland came down in favour of the Old School upgrades as a needed, yet affordable, project. “We have seniors using that facility, and the youth, and there are exercise classes,” Ackland said. “I think that would be the best bang for our buck, if we were to do anything.” The motion was approved unanimously. Arena lease OK’d Council unanimously approved a five-year lease for the Regional District of Mount
Waddington to continue operating Chilton Regional Arena on a town lot. The motion was approved without discussion after being given first, second and third readings during council’s previous meeting in September. The lease, for a token fee of $1, continues a series of such leases that have allowed the RD to maintain and operated the arena, which was originally constructed in Port McNeill in 1977. Tax bylaw advances Council approved first, second and third readings on Bylaw 639, which would approve exemptions on property taxes for six churches and several other properties run for non-profit service. Among the properties considered for
exemption under the bylaw, which could receive final approval at next Monday’s council meeting, are
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Registry includes Areas C, D from page 1 ever produced, but whether the Town was willing to join the Heritage Registry. Currently, only Electoral Area C — which includes Coal Harbour — and Area D, which is working to secure funding through the registry to explore restoration of steam locomotive 113 in Woss, are members of the registry. “If someone (in Port McNeill) did come forward with a proposal to display the Hornsby, we wouldn’t be in consideration,” Wickstrom said. “The question is whether we want to be part of the heritage registry at that cost, whether that crawler comes to us, or any other piece of machinery or equipment, for that matter.” No motion was called on the Heritage Registry issue, but Wickstrom noted the Town could always choose to join in the future, and suggested the matter warranted further research. “Seeing as you’ve done as much research as you have, would you
like to take that on as a committee?” Furney asked Wickstrom. Then he added through the general laughter that followed, “This is called administration.” Wickstrom said she would work with Town Administrator Sue Harvey on the issue.
“If someone did come forward with a proposal to display the Hornsby, we wouldn’t be in consideration.” Gaby Wickstrom
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Pumpkin Patch 2012 Enter the pumpkin patch at your own risk!!! Spooky sights and sounds abound along the sea walk on Thursday, Nov 1. at Carrot Park between 6pm-8:30pm. Enter thru the “graveyard” and be greeted by the Grim Reaper. Make your way through the pumpkin patch amidst all the lighted jack-o-lanterns. Complete your haunting journey with hot dogs and hot chocolate around a roaring bon fire. Please contact the Chamber of Commerce for information on how you can donate your Halloween pumpkin to the Patch. Your Chamber Despite the hard economic times, things are looking better for our Chamber. We are debt free and with your support we can continue
our involvement in event such as the Annual Business Awards & Gala, “Pitch-in Week” in April, Ocean Day, Filomi Days, Pumpkin Patch and Santa’s Parade. As business owners and friends of the Chamber we all know how important these events are to us and to the community. These programs and events don’t happen by themselves. We need you. We need not just your financial support but your ideas, comments and participation. Please join us whether you are an established business, a new business or a friend of the Chamber or a supplier of an area business. We are all in this together. Sometimes we hear people say “I don’t think the Chamber does anything for me”. A year ago a gentleman who owns a small one
person shop responded to this comment with “I don’t belong to Chamber because of what it can do for me; I belong for what I can do for it, and in the process, for my community”. Whatever we do as a group benefits the entire community and therefore every business. Submissions to Chamber Update Members can submit to Chamber Update by faxing or e-mailing to the Port Hardy & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-949-6653 or at phcc@cablerocket.com. Proudly Serving our Community For more information on the Chamber or to inquire about joining us call 250-949-7622 or visit our website: www. ph-chamber.bc.ca this message is sponsored by the
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Gazette staff An open house about a new marine partnership drew a modest turnout in Port Hardy last week. The Marine Planning Partnership has held
District of Port Hardy Zoning Bylaw Review Port Hardy Council wants to hear from the community about the future of land use regulations in Port Hardy and is asking residents to get involved. The current Zoning Bylaw is now being updated into a user friendly Bylaw that incorporates best practices, addresses known issues and reflects Port Hardy’s new Official Community Plan. Community Planners from Urban Systems will be available to answer questions and queries related to the Zoning Bylaw review. Your views about land use regulations in Port Hardy are important and appreciated.
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Thursday, October 11, 2012 several open-house events in coastal communities on Vancouver Island, and Port Hardy was its last stop in the series before drafting begins. The MaPP initia-
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Coal Harbour teacher honoured Gazette staff OTTAWA – Janice Prowse of Coal Harbour, an early childhood educator at Port Hardy’s Stepping Stones Childcare Centre, was among the recipients last week as Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the recipients of the 2012 Prime Minister’s Awards for Teaching Excellence and Excellence in Early Childhood Education. The Awards were presented at a ceremony in Ottawa Oct. 3, ahead of World Teachers’ Day on Oct. 5. “Good teachers help lay the foundation with which we interpret and navigate the world. They make a valuable contribution to Canadians being among the brightest and most innovative citizens in the world,” said the Prime Minister. “It is a real privilege today to honour educators who have imparted their knowledge and inspiration to us and our children, helping all of us become the best we can be.” The Prime Minister’s Awards for Excellence
North Vancouver Island MP John Duncan joins Coal Harbour’s Janice Prowse, who was honoured last week with the Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Early Photo submitted Childhood Education.
in Early Childhood Education honour exceptional earlychildhood educators who help build the foundation that young children need to make the best start in life. This year, awards were given to 94 teachers/ educators from across Canada, 27 of which travelled to Ottawa to receive their Certificates of Excellence (nationallevel) from the Prime Minister and attend three days of celebratory and
professional development activities. In addition to those Certificates of Excellence, 67 Certificates of Achievement will be awarded at a regional level. Five special awards honouring Aboriginal educators were also presented, as well as eight special awards for space science educators. The Prime Minister’s Awards for Excellence in Early Childhood
Education honour outstanding and innovative early childhood educators. Awards are selected by an external selection committee comprised of early childhood education experts from across Canada. These experts select recipients based on their innovative approaches and outstanding ability to foster and support the early development and socialization of children in their care, and on their overall commitment to the development of children and the early childhood education and care profession. Nominees are recognized for their excellence in the following areas: • support of child development; • innovation; • involvement with parents, families and the community; and • commitment and leadership in the field. Early childhood educators and teams of early childhood educators are eligible for two awards: the Certificate of Excellence (a national award) and the Certificate of
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Achievement (a regional award). All recipients receive a certificate and pin, along with a letter from the Prime Minister. Certificate of Excellence cash awards are worth $5,000 and are shared equally between the winning educators and their childcare settings. Certificate of Achievement awards are worth $1,000 and are given directly to recipients.
In Midweek Port McNeill Rotary Club President Kathy Nelson is joined by other club members and donors at the ribbon-cutting for the new Rotary Trail in Port McNeill. See inside Midweek for story. J.R. Rardon
Dr. Brian Bostrom is now accepting
NEW PATIENTS to his practice of dentistry at the Port McNeill Dental Clinic. Dr. Bostrom,a recent UBC grad, graduated in the top 5% of his class receiving awards in operative dentistry and prosthodontics. He is practicing all aspects of general dentistry and is planning on becoming a permanent resident of the North Island. Please call
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COMMENTARY Comments? Box 458, Port Hardy, B.C. V0N 2P0 250-949-6225 Fax 250-949-7655 or email us at editor@northislandgazette.com
Only you can aid fire fight The communities on Northern Vancouver Island are sustained by an extraordinary depth of volunteerism which keeps our standard of living so high despite our relative isolation. An essential part of that standard of living is the knowledge that when things go bad, there are groups of volunteers who will be there to catch us when we fall. The most prominent of these emergency volunteer organizations are our local fire departments — and most of them need your help immediately. Unfortunately, many of our departments are getting very thin both in numbers and, in some cases, their hairlines. A big challenge is members who work by day in the bush and are unable to respond to emergencies back home. Departments are trying to cope through mutual aid agreements between communities but this only partially meets the need. Our departments, particularly the rural stations, need men and women who work near their homes and are able respond at noon on a Thursday. A trained firefighter who is 120 lbs. can save lives whereas a 200-pound member stuck in Hushamu Creek can only fret about what is going on — if they even know what is happening. Please look at your current life and at your family and friends. Can you lend one evening a week to get some great training and meet some awesome people? Our departments will show you how to make a huge difference as they have with all their existing and previous members. They need you, and look forward to meeting some new faces — and hairlines — in the near future.
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Dix: skills training ‘our mission’ VICTORIA – My column on skills training a couple of weeks ago gave short shrift to the NDP position: tax the banks and hand out grants for women’s studies, sociology and other worthless pursuits, while skilled jobs go begging. That’s a pretty crude caricature, so I sat down with NDP leader Adrian Dix last week to get a better sense of his thinking on the subject. Dix has been devoting a lot of time lately to skills training, in trades particularly. Dix credits Premier Christy Clark and jobs minister Pat Bell with making some good moves recently, announcing equipment upgrades for vocational programs around the province. He says it’s because the NDP have been “pounding away at them for eight months” about freezing advanced education spending in their
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March budget. Dix calls that a crucial mistake and predicts the government will reverse it soon. “So I think, if we’re going to have a mission for four years as a government, if we’re elected, this is the mission: to start to address the skills shortage,” he told me. In his speech to the recent municipal convention, and again at an NDP provincial council meeting, Dix zeroed in on B.C.’s apprenticeship system.
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Since the B.C. Liberals took it from trade unions and set up a Crown corporation called the Industry Training Authority in 2004, the completion rate for apprentices has fallen to 37 per cent, he said. Speaking to the NDP executive, Dix referred to Phil Hochstein, president of the non-union Independent Contractors and Businesses’ Association, as the symbol of trades training decline. Not surprisingly, Hochstein has a different take. The 37 per cent figure is misleading, Hochstein said, because under the ITA there are currently twice as many apprentices as when it was union controlled. “What it does is impose union jurisdiction on the training system of the entire construction industry,” Hochstein said. “So multi-skilling, multi-tasking, organizing the work in the most efficient way is blown out of the water, and A member of
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it’s stuck in the old craft system of training.” The marketplace has spoken on that restrictive system, he said, and unionized construction is down to about five per cent of the market, based on payroll. Hochstein said the NDP talks a great game about getting more young people into trades. But when unions have the upper hand, they will always favour seniority. A quota of two apprentices per journeyman means another one can’t be hired. Dix agreed with me that the public school system has over-emphasized university, to the detriment of not just industrial trades but lab techs, chefs and other skilled workers. And would NDP student grants be targeted to need? Dix’s answer was a definite maybe. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter for Black Press. tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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LETTERS editor@northislandgazette.com
Health care resolution a long way off Dear editor, Since moving to Port Hardy in May 2010, I have been following the matter of poor medical services with much interest. Thanks to the multiple levels of government agencies involved any resolution seems years off. I think we lack strong local leadership to resolve some of the issues. I was hopeful our mayor was going to take the lead when a year
ago she convened an “emergency meeting” to attack the problem. Alas, we ended up with a committee to study the problem. This spring the committee sent its report to VIHA. They, of course, took it under advisement. At the recent forum, VIHA acknowledged the points in the study were worthy of action — but at least two years would be needed to implement them.
I note that the Gazette’s recent survey shows by 71% that the general population of Port Hardy feels that no action will be forthcoming. Back to my earlier point; our mayor should take the initiative and follow through on her pre-election promise to deal with this urgent problem. I have also been considering this matter from another point of view. Does Port
Hardy need more medical infrastructure? Our population is declining at a rapid rate and the future does not look great. It is trapped with providing services — medical and otherwise — to many consumers who do not contribute to the tax base or provide funds to support the District’s infrastructure. Maybe other political structures should be taking
on the challenge. If we were servicing only Port Hardy residents would two doctors be enough? Do we need a large hospital when there is another close by in Port McNeill? Our unique location makes us the service centre to other communities for which we seem to feel responsible. I think it’s time that those communities that surround Port Hardy step up to the
Funds were axed Dear editor, Tom Fletcher (Party leaders’ spin contest ends in a tie, North Island Gazette, Oct. 4) claims that a read of budgets shows that there have been no cuts to forest inventory work under the Liberals. However, Liberal forest minister Steve Thomson clearly disagrees. In budget estimates this spring, I asked the minister to contrast the amount spent on forest inventory work in the 11 years the Liberals have been in power to the 1990s under the New Democrats. Minister Thomson admitted that under the New Democrats, the budget for forest inventory work averaged $23.6 million, while under the Liberals, the average was roughly $8.5 million. By any measure, that’s a significant cut. More important than the dollar figures, however,
is the qualitative record of the Liberals on forest inventory. Independent experts, including the auditor general and the Forest Practices Board, have recently condemned the Liberal record on forest inventory and forest health. The auditor general said the Liberals had allowed a trillion-dollar asset – the publicly owned forested lands – to badly degrade, putting the future of our forest industry in jeopardy. Adrian Dix and the New Democrats believe that careful investment in our forests can serve to stabilize the forests today so that we can have stable industry in the future. The first step is recognizing the failings of the recent past – and the Liberal cuts to forest inventory work count as one of those failings. Norm Macdonald, MLA New Democrat critic for forests
table and take responsibility for their fair share of resolving this problem. They include, but are not limited to, the First Nations villages, Coal Harbour, Port Alice, Fish Camps, Logging communities and those areas reached by ferry services. The problem is not Port Hardy’s exclusively, others need to come to the table. Alan Wickens Port Hardy
Buckets and spades Port Hardy Public Works take down the wooden playground behind the Visitors Centre. The playground was beginning to rot and becoming a safety concern.
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Hardy gas a gouge on pockets Dear editor, I’ve been meaning to write this letter for the last 20 years or so but just never got around to it. I also hoped during that time our local service stations would come to their senses but that was a pipe dream on my part.
We travel a great deal during the year and it never ceases to amaze me that our gas prices here are nearly always the highest in western Canada. As I write this, gas down island is $125.9 while our two locals remain at a ridiculous $139.9. When I inquired why the
price was so high, I was informed that the two local stations compete against each other and I suppose that means a competition for the highest price they can get. I am tired of being ripped off just because we live in the North Island, and would like to hear from anyone else
who feels the same way, or am I the only one who feels scammed? A fifteen cent extra profit for every liter of gas sold is a huge amount to earn from the pockets of us who live here. Ross Stone Port Hardy
Duncan's food inspection policies sickening Dear editor: In June, MP John Duncan chose to make significant cuts to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency by voting in favour of the Conservative omnibus budget bill. Liberals voted against these cuts because Canadians deserve to feel confident that their food supply is protected just as our farmers and ranchers deserve safe and stable business. Unfortunately these cuts went ahead and undetected E. coli
contamination at the XL Foods facility in Brooks, Alberta, led to the largest meat recall in Canadian history, spanning all the provinces and territories, plus 41 states. Alarmingly, the outbreak was first detected by US food inspectors, not CFIA, and it took over two weeks for the first recall to be issued. At least 10 people have fallen ill. Conservative messaging that everything is fine is cold comfort
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to those who are sick or were exposed to E coli. Canadians expected the government to heed the lessons of the 2008 listeriosis crisis, which left 22 dead and 35 others gravely ill. Yet the comprehensive audit of our food safety system recommended by an independent review has yet to occur four years later. Not only a terrible human tragedy, this may turn out to be the worst crisis in our beef
industry since the discovery of BSE, or mad cow disease in 2003, which led to an immediate worldwide ban on all Canadian beef exports. Our cattlemen and food processors are at risk of another financial body blow, yet the Conservatives have just cut farm risk management programs, Agri Stability and Agri Invest. Why is Mr. Duncan cutting support for farmers in crisis? Why is he supporting cuts that
remove vital resources from food safety professionals and creating a space where the industry is responsible for more and more of its self-regulation? Waiting for Canadians to get sick is not a food safety strategy. Liberals support our scientists and professionals who are on the front line of food safety and call on Mr. Duncan to do the same. Frank Valeriote, MP Liberal Party Critic for Agriculture and Agri-Food
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October 9-11 Free curling clinic at Broughton Curling Club, Port McNeill, 7 p.m. each evening. Newcomers to the sport can get instruction from club veterans; equipment is provided. Returning members may use available ice to get in some preseason practice. Info, Nick, 250-956-2736. October 12 Fun Fair at Chesklakees Elementary School, 2853 Mine Rd, Port McNeill, 5-8 p.m. Cake walk, bowling, hockey, cotton candy, popcorn, balloons, concession stands and more. Funds being raised for the Huckleberry House Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre, for more info call 250-9563975 October 13 Port Hardy Rotary Club hosts a wine tasting and
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Fireworks volunteer ready for 19th show Gazette staff PORT HARDY— Nineteen years ago, Robert Johnsen offered to put on a Halloween night fireworks show at Storey’s Beach. He’s still at it, but the evening has turned out to be much more than a oneman show. “We do all this by donation from members and businesses of our town,” said Johnsen, whose sets up and sets off the fireworks with the help of a crew that includes Tim Thorpe, Ken Houghton, Dennis McGill, Ron and Val Hart and Erich Krawietz. By the end of September Johnsen had already taken possession of a large pallet of fireworks, and promised Robert Johnsen stands with a pallet of fireworks des- more were on the way. A donation from the tined for the 19th annual Halloween-night display at District of Port Hardy proStorey’s Beach. J.R. Rardon vided seed money, though
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Johnsen and his team are always on the lookout for more assistance. The District also contributes traffic-control and cleanup services; Jim Burgess of Spike Top Cedar donates wood for the bonfire and Fox’s Disposal helps with delivery; and George Ewald and the staff of Providence Place Inn will serve hot chocolate. This year’s event begins with the bonfire at 6:30 p.m., with the fireworks to begin at 8 p.m. sharp. To donate, call Johnsen at 250-902-2221 or 250949-0732. Port McNeill fireworks Port McNeill’s Volunteer Fire Department once again will host the community’s Halloween fireworks show at Centennial Ballpark, next to the Community Hall. As in Port Hardy, the
event will include a bonfire in the parking lot of the Community Hall, and free hot dogs and hot chocolate will be served before the show. Stage Fright in McNeill Port McNeill Lion’s Club is kicking off this Halloween season with a fund-raising evening of spooky magic by illusionist John Kaplan Friday, Oct. 26, at Sunset Elementary School. The event is a benefit for Sunset’s school breakfast program and for the Gazette Hamper Fund, and is the second he has performed in Port McNeill. Kaplan, a 30-year veteran of making magic across Canada, appeared at North Island Secondary School in the early days of his career, in 1984, in a fundraiser for the NISS student
council. Kaplan is a veteran magician and entertainer who has made a career of helping schools and organizations raise funds through his family oriented shows, which are often tailored for special occasions and holidays, including shows with Christmas and Halloween themes. This month’s Stage Fright show is described as “full of macabre magic, silly spookiness and twisted illusions,” accompanied by eerie music, a light show and special effects. Audience members are promised a chance to participate by helping choose who will assist in Kaplan’s famed guillotine illusion. The show begins at 7 p.m. in the school gymnasium. For information, call Pierre Le Gal at 250956-4296.
Thank you to all these generous donators. Without you Halloween fireworks would not happen for Port Hardy.
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Mainland Coast Forest Stewardship Plan Amendment #6 Western Forest Products Inc. gives notice and invites review and comment on the proposed Mainland Coast Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) Amendment. The proposed FSP amendment covers geographic areas known as forest development units, indicated on the map to the left and extends the term to April 28, 2018.
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Award lifts chopper company Gazette staff West Coast Helicopters picked up another award to add to a growing tally as the Port McNeill outfit was recognized by the BC Aviation Council. The BCAC announced this year’s Silver Wings Award winners, honouring outstanding contributors to the field of aviation in B.C. The BCAC is a charitable society entering its 75th year. Made up of 160 individual and corporate members, it promotes the shared interests of the aviation in B.C. Each year, it hosts its annual awards gala where the organization presents its Silver Wings Awards as well as scholarships to students in the fields of flying, engineering and aviation management programs in B.C.
This year the awards gala will be held at the Vancouver International Airport South Terminal on October 25. West Coast Helicopters will receive the Robert S. Day Award for its longterm commitment to safety, and for developing helicopter tourism on Vancouver Island and B.C.’s coast. The award will join other awards that the outfit has picked up in recent years. In January of this year WCH was awarded the forestry/ wood products Business Excellence on Vancouver Island Award in Nanaimo from the Business Examiner. This followed the Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of British Columbia’s TECHGreen Award in November of 2010. This award, which was in its inaugural year,
recognized West Coast Helicopters’ commitment to environmental leadership and involvement with sustainable best practices and energy conservation. Other winners at this year’s BCAC Silver Wings Awards have been announced as: •Entrepreneur of the Year: Conair Aviation, who have been innovative leader in aerial fire control services and products, and have developed new markets in the US, Australia and France. •Back and Bevington Air Safety: Victoria Harbour Master and Air Carrier Operators Team for developing safety procedures and materials key to the operation of the Victoria Water Aerodrome. •BCAC Environmental Award: Vancouver Airport
Authority for their firstin-Canada ground run-up enclosure to reduce noise impacts on the surrounding community. •Lifetime Achievement: Lynne Denison-Foster for her many years as a leading aviation educator at BCIT and Ron Price for his leadership of the Abbotsford International Airshow. •William Templeton Award: Canadian Rockies International Airport (Cranbrook) for aviation market deployment, community outreach and environmental initiatives. For more information about West Coast Helicopters check their website at www.westcoasthelicopters.com. For more on the BCAC or the Silver Wings Awards go to www.bcaviationcouncil.org.
Magic beans? Christine Snowdon and her daughter Selena pose beside what must surely be the biggest sunflower in Port Hardy at their Seaview Drive Photo submitted home.
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First Nations invited to geoscience course Gazette staff PORT HARDY—Geoscience BC will present a free short course titled “Mining — What’s It All About?” Oct 27-28, 2012 in Port Hardy. This free, interactive two-day workshop will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day. The first day will be a classroom session at North Island College; the second, a field trip to local geological sites. The workshop gives First Nation communities a look into modern geoscience, mineral exploration and mining. The workshop is being presented and sponsored in collaboration with Island Coastal Economic Trust and British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) as a part of the recently announced Northern Vancouver Island Geoscience Exploration
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personnel involved in land use and planning, community relations, and economic development officers are encouraged to attend. This knowledge will help support informed decision making for the benefit and well being of First Nations communities. Please note that local First Nations will get priority registration. If you are interested in learning more about this course, please download the course details by visiting www. geosciencebc.com/i/pdf/201210-27_MiningSC.pdf. This workshop follows the North Island Career Expo on October 26 at the Port Hardy Civic Centre, sponsored by the Mount Waddington Coordinated Workforce Initiative. For more information, please visit http://www. cfmw.ca.
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on deck Tell us about items of interest to the sports community. October 11 Curling Final day of free curling clinic at Broughton Curling Club, Port McNeill, 7 p.m. New curlers can get instruction from club members; equipment provided. Info, Nick 250-956-2736. October 12 Commercial hockey Bulls at Islanders, 8 p.m., Port Alice; Mustangs at Warriors, 9:15 p.m., Port Hardy. October 13 Rep hockey North Island Eagles midgets host Nanaimo, 2 p.m., Port McNeill; Eagles peewees host Cowichan Valley, 2:30 p.m., Port Hardy. B League hockey Stars vs. Pioneers, 4:45 p.m., Port Hardy. October 14 Rep hockey North Island Eagles midgets host Campbell River, 11 a.m., Port McNeill. B League hockey Oilers vs. Whalers, 8:45 p.m., Port Hardy. October 19 Commercial hockey Mustangs at Islanders, 8 p.m., Port Alice; Warriors vs. Bulls, 9:15 p.m., Port Hardy. October 21 Rep hockey North Island Eagles peewees host Campbell River, 11:45 a.m., Port Hardy. B League hockey West Coast Rookies at Pioneers, 7 p.m., Port McNeill; Stars vs. Oilers, 8:45 p.m., Port Hardy. October 24 Cross country Districtwide elementary school meet at A.J. Elliott School, Sointula, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Age groups: Tyke (grades 3-4), Pee Wee (grades 5-6); Bantam (grade 7) and Open (over grade 7). Girls and boys divisions.
Floor hockey tourney draws crowd Gazette staff A field of ten men’s teams and four women’s teams took to the floor of Wakas Hall last weekend for a floor hockey tournament in commemoration of Tom Joseph and Gil Walkus Jr. The tournament took place over three days and featured kids’ exhibitions and oldtimers games in addition to tournament play. The men lined up in two divisions with one women’s division, each competing in a roundrobin format league to determine standing for Sunday’s playoffs. Prizes were sponsored by local business and individuals, and presented to the winning teams, along with team all-stars, tour-
ney MVPs, top players in each position, as well as the most sportman-like players and teams. In the women’s playoffs, Gil’s Girls beat out the G&N Memorial team 7-1 to win, with Herbert Johnny Memorial in third and Faith Inspiration picking up the most sportsmanlike award. MVP in the women’s division went to Courtney Walkus of Gil’s Girls, who scored 10 goals and four assists in the playoffs. Gil’s Girls dedicated their win to the memory of Gil Walkus Jr. In the men’s divisions, Roaches and Storm went through from Gil’s Division to the playoffs, while Regulators and Gil’s
Guys went through from Tom’s Division. Regulators and Roaches progressed to face off in the men’s final, Regulators winning 7-6 at the whistle. Storm beat Gil’s Guys in the consolation game and the Bull Harbour Bulls took the most sportsman-like award. MVP for the men was Regulators’ Corey Swain, who scored twice and assisted on six others during the playoffs. The organizers said the event was in memory of Gil Walkus Jr. and Tom Walkus who both passed suddenly. They hoped that the event would let the community remember them and give the family a chance to heal.
Above; Gil's Guys clear the ball during their game against Quatsino. Left; The Faith Inspiration team sets up shop on the goal line as eventual winners Gil's Girls press forward. A O'Toole
Finale fireworks at Tri-Port Speedway Gazette staff The chill air Saturday night did nothing to deter fans from coming out to see the season’s finale at Tri-Port Speedway, as the drivers took advantage of the conditions to take to the circuit one last time. And they were glad they did as the drivers put on a show for the crowd. Four cars lined up for the four-lap trophy dash opener, with Paul Weeks sitting out to put some extra work into his car after Brock Shore set the fast time in the hot laps. Glen Day was able to pull ahead of Shore and Ryan Doyle after the first lap and went on to win the race. Weeks rejoined for the first heat, with orange flashes from under his car on the turns from the engine running rich. Weeks took advantage of the break at the intermission to get under the hood to try and adjust the mix. The five cars then came out for the thirty-lap main event to round out the season. Weeks led the pack from early on, aggressively defending his line as first Daniel Hovey then Day took turns trying to pass.
Paul Weeks provides the fireworks as Glen Day closes in out of the turn during the main event at A O'Toole the Tri-Port Speedway Saturday.
Day thought he had got his chance as he gunned ahead after rounding the turn outside of Weeks, but a flag had dropped behind him for a tire on the track and he restarted behind again. He got his chance two
laps later though and nipped inside before pulling ahead as Weeks had to keep one eye on the rapidly advancing Hovey. Hovey’s chance came soon after, as Weeks had to cut a corner after coming
too close to a tire on the inside. His loss of momentum allowed Hovey a clear run at the corner and he was able to clear the turn in time to take command of the inside line. The drama wasn’t over yet either, as Weeks slowed after the last turn and Doyle and Shore passed him on either side in a photo finish for third under the checkered flag. The cars lined up in front of the crowd in finishing order and smoked the tires, Weeks’ still over-rich engine throwing a cloud of smoke over the stands. Doyle then shouted to the crowd asking if he’d got third, the tower confirming that he had indeed squeaked ahead on the line. The drivers were then each awarded with a cash prize, the funds donated by race officials, volunteers and fans. The season’s standings were then totaled, and Day announced the season winner, receiving his trophy from the trophy girl in front of the stands. Race official Sonya Gullacher explained that the cash was a token of appreciation for the hard work the drivers put in each week. “It’s not a
cheap sport,” Gullacher said. “These guys come out each week and pay to race, pay for their fuel— it’s just a way to give something back.” The tower thanked everyone for coming out and said they were looking forward to seeing everyone next year. The appreciative fans gave the drivers a huge cheer for their night’s efforts and the tower called down over the tannoy, “Brock, light those tires one more time for these guys.” “I don’t know if it’ll even start after that,” came the quick-fire reply. Race results Fast time: Brock Shore Trophy Dash: Glen Day Main event: 1. Glen Day; 2. Daniel Hovey; 3. Ryan Doyle Day totals: 1. Daniel Hovey; 2. Glen Day; 3. Paul Weeks; 4. Brock Shore; 5. Ryan Doyle. Season standings 1. Glen Day 2. Daniel Hovey 3. Justin Reusch 4. Paul Weeks 5. Ryan Doyle 6. Brock Shore.
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Fast times net hot prizes at drag awards Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— Local drag racers were well-represented in the top 10, but the three big trophies went to down-Island drivers Saturday as the North Island Timing Association hosted its 2012 Rumble on the Runway wrap-up dinner at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 281. The dinner preceded an awards presentation for the six-race Rumble on the Runway series, held for the past three years on the eighth-mile strip at Port McNeill Airport. Eric Shields of Parksville won the top overall cash prize and a NITA jacket, and was also presented the winner’s trophy for the Super-pro class. Richard Spencer of Port Alberni was the Pro class champion and second overall in points, while Don Egan
the ceremony by announcing she was stepping down as organizer of the North Island races. “I agreed to help out with advertising and putting the first poster in 2009, and that was it,” said Anderson, who instead became Rumble on the Runway director, safety coordinator and security coordinator for the next four seasons. “Good luck, racers; keep the shiny side up.” The non-profit association also awarded a pair of $1,500 cheques to local groups who assisted with each of the races. Cassie Conley, Vanessa Hayward and Kirié McMurchy accepted one donation on behalf of the Port McNeill Teen Centre, and Dacen Brooks and Dean Tait accepted the other for the Port McNeill Volunteer Fire Department.
Eric Shields of Parksville, centre, is presented the Rumble on the Runway Super-pro series trophy by Tim Walton, last year's winner, and North Island Timing Association president Jeff Bowell, J.R. Rardon during Saturday's awards dinner.
of Courtenay won the Sportsman class and finished third overall. The next three spots in the top 10 were Port McNeill drivers Terry Mackay, Chris Sharpe
MacDonald of Port McNeill was 10th. Ray Harper was awarded a plaque as volunteer of the year by Maureen “Mo” Anderson, who closed
and 2011 points champion Tim Walton. Chris Beatty, a second-year competitor in the Sportsman class from Port Hardy, placed eighth overall and Bill
Youth sport, coach clinics set Gazette staff ALERT BAY— Young soccer players and those who work with and coach aboriginal youth have an opportunity to receive free instruction in the coming week, thanks to a partnership between the ‘Namgis First Nation and a Vancouver Island Aboriginal sport/recreation council. A pair of young athlete camps, featuring instruction by Cowichan Valley coach Dano Thorne, will take place Monday through
Friday at the Lawrence Ambers Memorial Rec Centre, adjacent to T'lisalagi'lakw School. The youth camps will be followed Saturday by a workshop for coaches and mentors of Aboriginal, Metís or Inuit youth. The youth camps and coaching modules are both sponsored by the Aboriginal Sport Recreation and Physical Activity Partners Council, which seeks to apply aboriginal cultural perspectives while motivating, inspiring and
974-5356 or jamieh@ namgis.bc.ca, or contact program coordinator Kim Leming in Courtenay at 250-3387792 ext. 223 or kleming@bcaafc.com. An additional oneday soccer camp, headed by Thorne, has been scheduled for Port Hardy Sunday, Oct. 21. The camp will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is open to all ages. The site is yet to be determined. For more info or to register, call Marc at 250-949-8928 or email msg1@telus. net.
be taken outside to the field if the North Island’s unseasonably mild weather continues. They are open to all youngsters, including those from neighbouring communities, and travel bursaries are available to those requiring assistance with travel costs. Pre-registration forms have been sent out to schools in the Mount Waddington region, said Jamie Hunt, the ‘Namgis Band coordinator for the camps and workshop. To register or for more information, contact Hunt at 250-
Sports Briefs leading youth toward a successful and meaningful lifestyle. Youth camp sessions for players 6-12 years old will take place Monday through Thursday from 3-5 p.m., following school, while a one-day camp for players 13-over will be held Friday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The camps have been scheduled indoors, in the rec centre, but some activities could
2012 Rumble on the Runway Drag racing awards Top overall place-winners 1. Eric Shields, Parksville 2. Richard Spencer, Port Alberni 3. Don Egan, Courtenay 4. Terry Mackay, Port McNeill 5. Chris Sharpe, Port McNeill 6. Tim Walton, Port McNeill 7. Tim Bartel, Campbell River 8. Chris Beatty, Port Hardy
9. Dave Deck, Duncan 10. Bill MacDonald, Port McNeill Series champions Super-pro: Eric Shields Pro: Richard Spencer Sportsman: Don Egan Volunteer of the Year Ray Harper Hard-luck driver Wade Lahaise, Ladysmith
ATHLETES Weekk A TH T HLE ETES TES off the h W GLEN DAY The Port Hardy driver clinched his second straight season championship at Tri-Port Speedway while winning the feature main Saturday night. J.R. Rardon file photo
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Bulls shut down Islanders for first win Gazette staff PORT HARDY— Cody Diotte and Richard Burgess each netted three points and the Port Hardy Bulls broke into the win column Friday with a 4-1 win over the Neucel Islanders of Port Alice in North Island Commercial Hockey League play at Don Cruickshank Memorial Arena. Diotte and Burgess each had a goal and two assists, and Bill Jacques scored for the Bulls (1-1-1) who lost their opener and then earned a tie in their second game before nailing down their first victory. The game was the season opener for the Port Alice squad, which has not had a chance to skate together as the ice in Port Alice Arena
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Find your inner Mother Goose at workshop Gazette staff PORT HARDY—Ever been a fan of the nursery rhymes of Mother Goose? Now you have a chance to be the revered literary figure, thanks to a free,
hands-on workshop this weekend hosted by the Mount Waddington Family Literacy Society and School District 85. Workshops will be held in both Port McNeill and
Port Hardy, offering young adults 17 and over a chance to learn the skills that could land them a job representing the Literacy Society in daycare centres, elementary school primary classrooms,
libraries and large public events. “It’s good for people who need part-time work, but need to get the training,” said Stephanie Nelson, program coordinator.
The first workshop will be held Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Old School in Port McNeill. On Sunday, it will take place in Port Hardy at Stepping Stones Daycare,
located in the Robert Scott School building, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch is provided free both days. For information or to register, call Stephanie Nelson at 250-230-8777.
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Shawn, of Quatsino, BC, passed away from natural causes while doing the work he lovedâ&#x20AC;Śbuilding logging road. Survived by mother, Penny Bush; father, David Addison; brother, Brian Keith Addison; sister, Darcie Addison; sons, Chris (Jocelyn) and Allan (Aly) and grandsons, Alexander and Nathan. The family would like to thank Western Forest Products Jeune Landing crews for their prompt, generous assistance. No service by request.
ST. COLUMBA ANGLICAN UNITED 9190 Granville St. Port Hardy Phone 250-949-6247 11:00 a.m. Sunday School and Service Wed., 1:00 pm Bible Study Everyone welcome Meeting rooms available columbac@uniserve.com 11/12
FULL GOSPEL CHURCH 2540 Catala Place Port McNeill (across from Firehall) Sunday 10:30 am - Morning Worship Church Office 250-956-4741 Pastor Stan Rukin Youth Pastor: Steve Taylor Cell: 250-527-0144 Office hours: 10am-4pm Mon-Thurs Visitors always welcome www.ptmcfullgospel.org 11/12
CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICAN Alert Bay Sunday Services - 10 am Reverend Lincoln Mckoen 1-250-974-5844 Warden Flora Cook 250-974-5945 Warden Joan Stone 250-974-2234 11/12
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 4680 Byng Rd. Port Hardy Pastor George Hilton 250-949-8925 or 250-949-8826 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone welcomeâ&#x20AC;? Saturday Services 9:30am - Bible Study groups 10:45am - Worship/Praise service Wednesday @ 7pm - Prayer meeting Avalon Adventist Jr. Academy Offering Christian Education 250-949-8243 11/12
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ST. JOHN GUALBERT UNITED ANGLICAN CHURCH 250-956-3533 Email: gualbert@uniserve.com Sunday Worship - 9:00am Reverend Wade Allen All Welcome 175 Cedar Street Port McNeill 11/12
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PORT HARDY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP at Providence Place, 7050 Rupert St Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 7 pm Tuesday Prayer 7:30 pm Midweek Biblestudies - Call the church for time and place 250-949-6466 Pastor George & Karen Ewald (home) 250-949-9674 E-Mail:pastorgeorge@providenceplace.ca 11/12
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PORT HARDY Woodgrove Gardens; 2 bdrms, fully furnished with brand new furniture, laundry, dishwasher, fridge & stove. Laminate flooring, new paint, new kitchen & new blinds. Close to all amenities. Asking $46,000 furnished, $40,000 unfurnished. Call Jason @ 250-949-1125.
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Civil Engineering Technologist II District of Kitimat, full time permanent - wage range $36.11 - $43.69, over 2 years. Civil Technologist diploma required. Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, duties include a variety of infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Candidates should be proficient in using electronic survey equipment, computer assisted design using AutoCad 3D, and MS Office. Valid BC driver’s licence required. Submit resumes by October 23, 4:30 pm, to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, Fax (250) 632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca
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PORT MCNEILL, small 2 bdrm, 1 bathroom, partial ocean view, new roof and flooring, easy care fenced yard, great starter or retirement home. Asking $135,000. Possible rent-to-own for qualified buyer. Call 250-956-2388 250-902-9582.
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PORT HARDY 2400 sq ft house has been totally revamped, all new wiring, heating, plumbing & all new appliances. Large private yard with good sized deck & patio. Ample room for RV’s, boats - has lots of potential. $255,000. Call 250-230-7540.
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Cabinets can look new Have you ever wanted to wave a magic wand and give your old kitchen and bathroom a sleek, modern look? Well you can, usually in less than three days and for a lot less than you think. If your kitchen layout is basically fine and the cases structurally sound, you should consider refacing instead of replacing and save yourself a ton of money. For a third of the cost of starting over from scratch, you can transform your kitchen with zero fuss and minimal downtime. Refacing means keeping what’s good and changing only the exterior components — the doors, drawer fronts, side panels and trim. Everything else stays just as it is. From an environmental perspective it’s the green thing to do. The old doors are recycled and nothing goes to the landfill. Makeover magic The difference is dramatic. And with the money you save, other projects can suddenly become much more affordable. You can select from B.C. hardwoods or man-made polymers in any style and colour — elegant raised centre panel, traditional Shaker or cool contemporary. Once you’ve decided on the look, exact measurements are taken and new doors, drawer fronts and end panels custom-sized to your kitchen’s specifications. Standard manufacturer warranties are five years. Even older-style face frame cabinets can be magically transformed by changing to concealed European hinges and ordering larger doors for that sleek seamless look. The creative touches needn’t stop there: With the money left over you can opt for a vertical pantry, roll-out shelves or pot drawers that won’t have you bending like a pretzel to access those lower shelves. Buying & selling Realtors agree that
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ing cabinets can be especially challenging so deal with refacing specialists who know what’s required and have the experience to do the job properly. Mark Brown is a cabinetmaker from Courtenay. He can be reached at mark@nicabinets.com.
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In a continued effort to encourage higher rates of recovery, BCUOMA has built a strong support network across the province. Today, participation includes 209 brand-owner members, 39 collectors and processors, 520+ return collection facilities and more than 4,000 generators. In addition, BCUOMA is reprising its successful ambassador program this summer – with two ambassadors touring the province to educate and raise awareness of the importance of used oil and antifreeze recycling.
Although it’s commonly accepted that oil and antifreeze are not household garbage we can simply throw out, more than one million litres of used oil ends up in BC landfills every year. When you consider that it only takes one drop of oil to contaminate a million drops of water, the problem is clear: there’s just too many drops to count, too many to ignore. BCUOMA is a non-for-profit organization that encourages British Columbians to responsibly recycle used oil, oil filters, oil containers, used antifreeze and antifreeze containers. Since the launch of the program in 2003, British Columbians have done an exceptional job of recycling their used oil materials.
Protecting our province from the harmful effects of used oil and antifreeze must be a responsibility we all share, together. So please, next time you look to dispose of used oil or antifreeze materials, find a collection facility near you. Here are three easy ways to do so:
ONE DROP MAKES A DIFFERENCE.
2011 RECOVERY RATES
By recycling your used oil and antifreeze products, you’re playing an important role in preserving our environment for future generations. As of July 1, 2011 antifreeze and antifreeze containers have been included within the broader recycling program. From the 10 million litres of automotive antifreeze sold in BC each year, about 45% will be available for collection and recycling. Please check for a collection facility near you.
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for the Lower Mainland To arrange for a bulk pick-up of used oil (more than 30 litres), please call 1.866.254.0555 Note: Please make sure to return your used oil materials during regular business hours for proper disposal and to avoid any spills and further contamination to the environment.
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Safety Tips • Install at least one smoke alarm outside each sleeping area. For improved safety, install a smoke alarm in every bedroom. • Check electrical appliances regularly: electric blankets, heating pads, curling irons, radios, televisions and irons. • Bedrooms should be non-smoking areas.
Port McNeill Junior Volunteer Firefighters
For service & dedication to our community… Heartfelt Thanks Port McNeill & District Chamber of Commerce
Port McNeill Volunteer Firefighters
Thank you to our local volunteer firefighters for their service and dedication to our community. 420 Pioneer Hill Dr. 250-956-4407
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Safety Tips •Fireplace: always use a fire screen, ensuring it is the appropriate size for the fireplace opening. • Do not overload electrical outlets or use extension cords in the place of additional outlets. • Smokers should check furniture for fallen cigarettes or embers, which can smoulder undetected for hours before bursting into flames.
Coal Harbour Volunteer Firefighters Thank you to the men and women off the Port Hardy Fire Department for volunteering your time to keep our community safe!
DAVE LANDON MOTORS DL # 5507
Proud sponsor of the Fire Prevention Week & thanks to our local firefighters for all their hard work & dedication!
250-949-6393 www.davelandonford.com
The Town of Port McNeill thanks all the volunteer firefighters for their services. We also appreciate their efforts in educating the public during fire prevention week.
Thank You The Regional District wants to thank all our Volunteer Fire Fighters for their time and service to our communities.
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Safety tips on avoiding carbon monoxide poisoning â&#x20AC;˘ Install at least one carbon monoxide detector in your home. â&#x20AC;˘ Ensure a wood or coal-burning stove is properly installed and vented. â&#x20AC;˘ Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t operate a gasoline-powered engine, kerosene stove or charcoal grill in a closed space. â&#x20AC;˘ Barbecue grills should never be operated indoors. â&#x20AC;˘ Check clothes dryer vents that open outside the house for lint. â&#x20AC;˘ Check forced air fans for proper ventilation.
Only a working smoke alarm can save your life! FIRE PREVENTION WEEK OCT. 7-14
Smoke alarms save lives â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fall backâ&#x20AC;? to smart home safety As most Canadians turn back the clocks on November 4, here are some timely smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) safety tips: s 7HEN YOU change your clocks, test your smoke arlam. s 9OU HAVE less than three minutes to escape a ďŹ re. So when smoke alarms sound, everyone must know what to do and where to go. Having and practising an escape plan is essential. s )NSTALL ONE SMOKE ALARM on every storey and outside BEDROOMS )NSTALL INSIDE bedrooms if you sleep with doors closed. s %NSURE ALL SMOKE ALARMS are fully powered. Never take out batteries or remove an alarm from ceiling due to a false alarm. s )F YOUR HOME HAS ANY fuel-burning devices such as a gas furnace, gas water heater, gas appliances, or an attached garage or carport, install at least one CSAapproved carbon monoxide outside all sleeping areas. One per storey is recommended.
s 2EPLACE SMOKE ALARMS EVery 10 years, and CO alarms every 7-10 years (depending on manufacturer) whether battery operated or hardwired into your homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s electrical system. Carbon monoxide is colourless, odourless and tasteless. So without a CO alarm, humans cannot detect its presence. Despite the average home having several potential sources of the deadly gas, studies show that nearly 60 per cent of Canadians have not INSTALLED A #/ ALARM )N ADdition to being impossible to detect, CO also has another nefarious trait. Symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure mimic the ďŹ&#x201A;u, without the FEVER )T IS ROUTINELY RESPONsible for thousands of clinic and hospital visits each year, and is commonly misdiagnosed. Prolonged or extreme exposure causes nausea, dizziness, confusion, the loss of physical mobility, brain damage and ultimately, death. More home safety resources can be found on the www. safeathome.ca web site.
Analysis was undertaken on almost 50,000 ďŹ res that occurred in Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario over a 5-year period involving 663 fatalities. The ďŹ ndings demonstrated that the death rate per 1,000 ďŹ res in the absence of a present, functioning smoke alarm was 74% greater than when a functioning smoke alarm was present.
In case of ďŹ re - GET OUT AND STAY OUT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; never go back into a burning building s #RAWL LOW NEAR THE mOOR TO the nearest exit maintaining contact with the wall. s 4EST THE DOOR BY FEELING IT WITH THE BACK OF YOUR HAND )F it is hot, do not open. Use an alternative route. s )F THE DOOR AND KNOB ARE cool, stay low with your shoulder against the door while opening slowly. Be ready to close the door if smoke and heat rush in. s )F TRAPPED PUT AS MANY
closed doors as possible between you and the ďŹ re, and seal all cracks in doors and windows with towels or bedding. s )F YOUR CLOTHING CATCHES ďŹ re, stop where you are, drop gently to the ground and cover your face with your hands while rolling back-and-forth to put out the ďŹ&#x201A;ames. s #OOL MINOR BURNS WITH cold water.
Many fatal ďŹ res start at night
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)NVESTIGATIONS into home ďŹ re deaths very often ďŹ nd that a smoke alarm did not sound. )T MAY HAVE been disconnected or not in working order. The batteries may have been dead, or someone may have taken them out. Smoke alone wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t necessarILY WAKE YOU UP )N FACT THE fumes could put you into an even deeper sleep. Often, victims never wake up. Se-
niors will often need assistance from family members to put safety measures into place. As well, family members are in the best position to reinforce the precautions necessary to help their loved ones prevent or respond to a ďŹ re. Focus on these six priorities to help aging family members protect themselves against ďŹ re in the home.
N INSTALL smoke alarms inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home, including the basement. N Larger homes may need ADDITIONAL smoke alarms to provide enough protection. N For the best protection, INTERCONNECT all smoke alarms so when one sounds they all sound. N An IONIZATION smoke alarm is generally more responsive to ďŹ&#x201A;aming ďŹ res and a PHOTOELECTRIC smoke alarm is generally more responsive to smoldering ďŹ res. For the best protection, both types of alarms or combination ionization and photoelectric alarms (also known as dual sensor alarms) are recommended. N Smoke alarms should be INSTALLED away from the kitchen to prevent false alarms. Generally, they should be at least 10 feet (3 meters) from a cooking appliance. N REPLACE all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old.
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Port Alice Volunteer Firefighters
Safety Tips â&#x20AC;˘ Keep cooking areas clear of combustibles and wear short or tight-fitting sleeves when you cook. Keep the handles of your pots turned inward so they do not over-hang the stove. If grease catches fire, carefully slide a lid over the pan and smother the flames, then turn off the burner. Types of fires: wood, paper, cloth, flammable liquids and electrical fires. If you intend to buy more than one, you may want to purchase a BC for the kitchen, an A for the living room and an ABC for the basement and garage. â&#x20AC;˘ Keep portable and space heaters at least 3 feet from anything that may burn. Never leave heaters on when you leave home or go to sleep. Children and pets should always be kept away from them. â&#x20AC;˘ If you have halogen lights, make sure they are away from flammable drapes and low ceiling areas. Never leave them on when you leave your home or office.
We proudly support the local
VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS serving our many communities.
Hyde Creek Volunteer Firefighters MACANDALEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S IS PRESSURE WASHER CENTRAL
The Village of Port Alice would like to thank Fire Chief Don Rethmeier and the Port Alice Volunteer Fire Fighters for their dedication to the safety of our residents.
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We would also like to extend our appreciation to the volunteer firefighters of these communities whose photos weren’t available at press time:
Holberg
Sointula
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ACTION FIRST
E.J. KLASSEN MOTORCADE
Thank You To all the dedicated volunteers!
Thank you Alert Bay Volunteer Fire Department for serving Cormorant Island!
FIRE AND SAFETY A Division of JM’s Mobile Welding Inc. 'OODSPEED 2D 0ORT (ARDY s 0H - Extinguisher refilling - Annual inspections
Fire Extinguisher Sales & Service: - Internal maintenance - Hydrostatic testing
We’ll help you pick the proper extinguisher for your situation
Type of fire and what extinguisher to use. Wood, paper & textile Flammable liquids Flammable gases Electrical contact Cooking oils & fats
Island Foods and the staff proudly support the local volunteer firefighters and all the community work they do.
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Thanks to all the volunteers for their service to our communities! DO YOUR OWN CHECK Fire Extinguisher Operating Smoke/CO2 Detectors
Safe Exit Plan Emergency Numbers Posted
Dunlop’s 8945 Granville St
250-949-8313
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Port Hardy Volunteer Firefighters
Alfons Bauer photo
The ABCD’s of Portable Fire Extinguishers A fire extinguisher is a storage container for an agent like water or chemicals. It is designed to put out a small fire, not a large one. Extinguishers are labelled ABC or D. Ensure you use the right extinguisher for the appropriate type of fire. A
Ordinary Combustibles – Fires started with paper, wood, drapes and upholstery require a Class A type extinguisher.
B
Flammable and Combustible Liquids – Fires originating from fuel, oil, gasoline, paint, grease in a frying pan, solvents and other flammable liquids require a Class B type extinguisher.
Zeballos Volunteer Firefighters
C
Electrical Equipment – Fires started with wiring, overheated fuse boxes, conductors, and other electrical sources require a Class C type extinguisher.
D
Metals – Certain metals such as magnesium and sodium require a special dry powder Class D type extinguisher.
A multi-purpose dry chemical labelled ABC puts out most types of fires: wood, paper, cloth, flammable liquids and electrical fires. If you intend to buy more than one, you may want to purchase a BC for the kitchen, an A for the living room and an ABC for the basement and garage.
From the staff of IGA…
We thank all our local volunteer firefighters for all their hard work and time they put in.
Thanks for being there when we need you! North Islanders!
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Port Hardy Fire-Rescue is hosting a Fire Prevention Week
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Saturday, Oct. 13 13:00 hrs - 16:00 hrs Fire Hall #1 in town - 8890 Central St. Burgers, hot dogs & drinks starting at 13:00 hrs Watch LIVE EXERCISES & DEMONSTRATIONS! Meet the volunteers who make our community a safer place to be. We are looking for more volunteer firefighters! Applications on hand for those who are interested in becoming part of the team. $3,000 Tax Credit for volunteer firefighters!