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An emergency protocol was in the process of being set up at the college and after the bomb threat Oct. 2, the process was put in place, said Saunders. The subsequent threats have been different kinds of threats but Saunders couldn’t give many details. Whoever made the bomb threat hasn’t been caught and there is nothing to show that the person is familiar with the college, he said. On Oct. 2, someone emailed a bomb threat to Northwest Community College, which led to the college being evacuated for the day. A bomb sniffing dog was called in and searched the buildings and residences but didn’t find anything.
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PRINCE RUPERT The City of Prince Rupert and the Prince Rupert School District have requested that the Ministry of Transportation install a traffic light at the crossing on McBride Street and 9th Avenue to ensure young Prince Rupert pedestrians are safe. City councillors and members of the board of education met recently
to discuss some of the shared issues between the two groups including a traffic light on McBride, which is part of the Yellowhead Highway. The City has sent a request to the Ministry of Transportation to consider putting in a light, following the increase in students crossing the highway with the amalgamation of the two high schools last year that left the lone high school on
the east side and created a middle school for students from grade six to grade eight on the west side at the former PRSS site. “Some sort of defined signal that would create more awareness [would be appropriate],” Mayor Jack Mussallem said. “We have a fair amount of students that go back and forth across there to the middle school and we have lots
of groups from [other schools] crossing there to go to the civic centre for different events,” Lynn Hauptman, Superintendent for S.D. 52, said. Hauptman also said the light would be helpful for traffic when the area is congested before and after school. “It would be helpful not only for the people walking to get safely across the road, but also for the people driving
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TERRACE - The Terrace Standard is once again offering people far and wide the opportunity to place Christmas greetings online. In conjunction with Valard, the main contractor on BC Hydro’s
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name. You’ll then be directed to an easy to use instructions page. Photos are also welcome. And once you’ve posted a greeting, don’t forget to visit regularly to see who else has posted a greeting. This is the ninth year
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Nechako farmers looking to Prince Rupert for hay exports By Cameron Ginn THE NORTHERN CONNECTOR
VANDERHOOF - Markets in Asia and the Far East are offering local farmers high prices for hay, also known as alfalfa. The domestic price of hay has long been stagnant, largely due to oversupply. But in highly populated, resource-scarce nations abroad, like China, the United Arab Emirates and Vietnam, hay is up to five times more valuable, according to Mel Gulbranson, a local producer of hay with more than 35 years of farming experience. Hoping to capitalize on the global roundup of animal forage, Gulbranson is building a plant west of Vanderhoof that processes hay for export to countries in Asia and the Middle East. Using a special baling machine, Gulbranson plans to compress hay into manageable sizes that can be loaded onto containers, transported to the port of Prince Rupert and
shipped overseas. “We’ve been looking into this for years,” he said. “We just needed to find a better market that would bring us farmers a decent return, and we finally found it. That was the hold up.” Sprawling with fertile agricultural land and less than nine hours away from the international shipping ports of Prince Rupert, the Nechako area is one of the most ideal logistical locations to build such a plant, as Robert Boelens, a provincial spokesman for the MOA, explained in an email. “As Canada’s Pacific Gateway, B.C. is the closest connection Asian markets have to North America, and our ports deliver hundreds of millions of dollars worth of B.C. food products each year to customers in China and Japan...The opportunities for growth are huge,” he said. “The new factories reflect the private sector’s investment and belief their business model will work. China offers the potential of anoth-
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er large market for B.C. alfalfa producers.” Jud Wu, a local businessman, is also jumping on the forage bandwagon. Using a compression machine and shipping containers, Wu is starting an operation east of Vanderhoof that processes only high-quality alfalfa for export to China. “When I was in Vanderhoof a few weeks ago, I met Mr. Jud Wu and learned of the work being done to compress and export alfalfa,” said B.C. Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick. “I am very optimistic that the combination of the high quality product and the proximity to the Chinese market will lead to success, and increased B.C. alfalfa exports to China.” The high-quality alfalfa, which offers between 10 and 20 per cent more protein than regular hay, will be used as forage for some of China’s 40 million dairy cows, a number that is increasing annually, said
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Interior farmers are planning to ship their hay through the Port of Prince Rupert. Wu. “They can not make enough feed for their cows,” he said. With a population of more than 1.34 billion people, China, like many other densely-populated Asian nations, lacks the land and water needed to produce enough high-protein feed for its dairy cows. “They need more from other parts of the world,” he said. “And we are the closest place to Asia that can grow good alfalfa.” Wu plans to send about 40,000
tons of alfalfa to Chinese ports annually, but it could take some time before BC farmers start producing the quantity and grade of hay that Wu desires. Right now, there is a shortage of high-quality alfalfa in the area, said Richard Martens, a seasoned farmer who was born and raised in the region. “The quality we have around here isn’t dairy quality, so it’s something we have to work towards producing,” he said.
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KITIMAT - People browse the selection at the Kitimat Humane Society Dinner and Auction on Nov. 24. It was one of their most successful fundraisers, raising more than $12,000, and still counting.
Kitimat’s Christmas Hamper ‘elves’ busy getting ready By Luella Froess FOR The Northern connector
KITIMAT - The 2012 Christmas Hamper Appeal is well under way and all the “elves” are busy ordering and organizing. The Sharing Tree is set up at Envision Financial Credit Union and waiting for gifts and non-perishable food items to be dropped off. They are also accepting and receipting cash donations. If it is more convenient, Thomas Cook Wings Travel will also accept cheques made out to the Food Bank Christmas Hamper Appeal and will receipt donations of $10 and over. Donations are trickling in. It should be mentioned that over the summer numerous boxes of gifts and non-perishable food items were brought to the Food Bank from Dairy Queen. For several years former manager Julie Mavros had been successfully encouraging their customers to donate to the Hamper Appeal on a year-round basis and the goodies were passed on to us by the owner prior to their starting renovations. Thank you to all the DQ customers who have generously supported our Appeal over the years. Over the past couple of weeks we have received five $20 gift certifications from the Kitimat Guides, Brownies and Sparkes and their leaders. Other donations include S. Krahn, $100; Anonymous, $300; Gyro Club of Kitimat, $400; T. Newton/L Gibson, $250; Anonymous, $25; R&S Reschke, $30 and D&D Kelly, $100 for a total of $1,205. We are off to a great start. Last year the citizens, community organizations, churches and school children as well as large and small businesses of Kitimat, Kitamaat Village and Terrace generously donated a
grand total of $46,992.91 plus gifts and non-perishable food. A reminder to those applying for hampers that the deadline for receiving completed request forms is quickly drawing near. All application forms must be received by today and may be picked up at the Social Service Office and Salvation Army Thrift Store during their regular hours or at the Food Bank, lower City Centre Mall, Tuesday and Thursday between 1:00-3:00 p.m. Completed forms are to be dropped off at the Salvation Army Thrift Store or the Food Bank (may be dropped through the mail slot if closed.) This year hampers will be delivered on Saturday, December 15, beginning at 10:00 a.m. until done. A responsible teen or adult must be at home to sign for the hamper or it will not be left and will be returned to the Food Bank — there is only one delivery. Thank you to those who have already donated and we know how generous people are when it comes to giving in Kitimat. Thank you to the media for their support - we could not get the word out if it were not for you.”
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TERRACE - Marjan Kriegl, ex-RCMP member, presents a cheque for $250 to Terrace Hospice Society Coordinator Penny Dobbin on behalf of the RCMP Veterans Association, Prince George and area division. With them are retired RCMP members Rick Meijer, left, and Gerry Brown, far right. This is the first year local association members have donated to a local organization.
Terrace chamber Helping you. Live your life. criticized for green award sponsorship By Staff Writer
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TERRACE - The Terrace and District Chamber of Commerce is going to talk to Enbridge about whether it wishes to repeat as a sponsor of a chamber award which recognizes “green” practices. The company’s sponsorship this year, part of the chamber’s overall Business Excellence awards, drew fire when all three nominees declined, saying it was wrong for a company such as Enbridge to sponsor such an award. SkeenaWild Conservation Trust, one of the three, was chosen, however, to be the winner and it then declined the award. It and other business excellence award winners were announced at a chamber banquet Nov. 24. Chamber executive director Carol Fielding said the practice of contacting sponsors to determine their plans for the next year is common. “Sometimes companies tell us what their plans are right away,” she said. “And whenever we have companies interested [in a sponsorship], we try to see how we can fit them in.” SkeenaWild, a conservation group aimed at the survival and growth of wild salmon populations, is one of the regional groups taking a lead role in opposing Enbridge’s plan to pump crude oil from Alberta to a marine terminal at Kitimat through the Northern Gateways pipeline. “It’s very clear that Enbridge is using sponsorship of community events as a public relations tool to help gain social licence for its project,” said SkeenaWild’s Julia Hill when it turned down the award. “We are not interested in being a pawn in their PR game.” The other two nominees were local clothier Urban Colour and the Lakelse Watershed Society, which works to increase and protect fish populations and habitat in the Lakelse Lake area. Hill did say the chamber’s annual
business excellence wards are important because the community is filled with businesses, organizations and people that deserve recognition for a job well done. “We really encourage the chamber to find someone to sponsor the green award that’s more in line with our community values,” said Hill. In a letter sent to the chamber, Hill said a local business had offered to be a sponsor this year or next year. Fielding said other local businesses have since suggested they might sponsor the green award. This is the second year Enbridge has sponsored the award. Last year the Terrace Beautification Society was named the winner. “Last year there was not a hint of a controversy,” said Fielding. “I really think this year it’s because of the winner. It’s because of who is involved.” The Green award itself is three years old. The first year it was offered was in 2010 with Northwest Community College as the sponsor and the K’san community greenhouse program was the winner. In a statement, Enbridge said it was is a proud member and supporter of the Terrace and District Chamber of Commerce. “The chamber’s annual Business Excellence Awards ceremony, which includes a Green Award, is part of our support because we believe it is important to recognize local business efforts and contributions to a healthy environment.” “However, we do not participate in the nomination or selection process of this award and we respect any local business owner’s personal decision to accept his or her own nomination,” the statement continued. Speaking afterward, Enbridge official Ivan Giesbrecht said it was too early to say what the company will do next year regarding the business excellence awards.
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PRINCE RUPERT - Below are some additional items of note from the Nov. 26 meeting of Prince Rupert city council. Doug Kerr field named favoured location for dog park Council unanimously decided to designate Doug Kerr field as a favoured site for a dog park in the community and to refer the cost of turning it into one to the 2013 budget. Doug Kerr field was selected because it would be the least expensive option for the city, and many members of the community are already using it as a place to take their dogs. The city won’t be designating it as a dog park officially until it’s in a state where the city isn’t in jeopardy of liability issues.
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November is now Adoption Awareness Month in Prince Rupert The city has declared November as Adoption Awareness Month in Prince Rupert. The Ministry of Children and Family Development sent a letter to council requesting to considering the proclamation, so the community can help raise awareness on the subject. November has already been proclaimed as Adoption Awareness Month in British Columbia.
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DEC. 8 – Pet Photos with Santa: get your furry friend’s picture taken with Santa from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Total Pet. A small donation gets you a cute pic to save and share. All proceeds go to helping homeless animals in our community! DEC. 8 – Metis Community Christmas Gathering, an appetizer or finger food potluck, from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. at #306–4546 Park Ave. (Trigo Building). Music, munchies, dancing and a language learning opportunity. Adults and children invited. For more details, call Beverly 635-6864. DEC. 11 – Terrace Hospice Society will be hosting its annual Celebrate-A-Life Ceremony at 7 p.m. at the Elks Hall (2822 Tetrault St.). This free non-denominational candlelight ceremony is an opportunity to remember and honour the loved ones we have lost. Everyone welcome. DEC. 12 – Terrace Toastmasters’ next meeting is at 7:30 p.m. at the Graydon Security Building on Keith Ave. Come for a fun evening of learning communication skills, featuring “word of the day,” inspiration, jokes, and more. Everyone has a chance to speak and be evaluated. Meetings usually up to two hours long. Have fun and develop new skills. New members always welcome. For more details, call Randy 635-2151 or Rolf 635-6911. DEC. 12 – Canadian Cancer Society - Relay For Life is looking for volunteers to help organize the 2013 Terrace event. Interested? Join us at 7 p.m. in the board room at the Terrace Public Library or call 6419954. Time to register your team for the Relay For Life, happening here May 4, 2013, at www.relaybc.ca/terrace2013. DEC. 14 – Family Caregiver Support Group, a free forum for education, information, sharing common experiences, tips, strategies and emotional support by videoconference from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the education room at Mills Memorial Hospital. Put on by the Alzheimer Society of BC. To register, call Leanne at 1-866-
564-7533. DEC. 16 – Kitselas Holiday Bazaar takes place from noon to 4 p.m. at Kitselas Community Hall. Just in time for gift giving season, come find a handmade gift made by one of our many talented members. Hosted by the Kitselas Treaty Office. For more details, call Geneva at 635-8882. ONGOING FROM DEC. 8 to 16, Terrace firefighters are asking for food donations to fill a trailer with non-perishable items for the Salvation Army Christmas Food Campaign. SALVATION ARMY Food Bank Drive: from Dec 1 to 24, bring a nonperishable food item to Denny’s for the Salvation Army food bank and get 20 per cent off your bill. One food item must be brought per person. DURING DECEMBER, the library invites the community to help “Fill Our Shelves.” Donations can be dedicated to someone and his/her name put up on the donation wall. Donations in any amount accepted and tax receipts issued for amounts of $10 and over. All proceeds will be used to support library programs and services. TERRACE FLU clinics will be held Dec. 7,
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KITIMAT DEC. 9 – The Harvest Church is hosting a free community dinner at the Eagle Centre at 5 p.m. All are welcome and there will be door prizes. DEC. 22 – The Kitimat Public Library’s annual puppet play “Balloon Tree,” is at 1 p.m. sharp! Kids of all ages are invited to our full production puppet play. No tickets required, although you should come early as seats and floor space fill up fast. ONGOING THE KITIMAT Girl Guides urgently need new leaders for the local groups. For more info call Lois at 250-6323446 or Nancy at 250632-0135. KITIMAT PUBLIC Library – StoryTime for pre-schoolers happens
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SILLY YAKS (CELIAC) SUPPORT GROUP supporting gluten free eating and helping people with celiac disease feel well and healthy. Participate in discussions around safe foods, foods to avoid, cross contamination, recipe ideas, etc. The first meeting will be held Aug. 23 from 7-8:30 p.m. in the multipurpose room at the Kitimat General Hospital. The group is open to anyone interested in learning about celiac disease. For more information please call 250-632-3063. KITIMAT PUBLIC LIBRARY — Book your free one-on-one introduction to computer tutorial. Want to learn how to use a computer? Brianna will show you, just call the library and book an appointment for a morning, afternoon or evening session at 250632-8985. KITIMAT SENIORS BAND is looking for new members. If you have time in the day and would love an opportunity to play music with others, you need us and we need you. Call 250632-3475 for more info.
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Terrace council orders derelict buildings torn down By Lauren Benn
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TERACE - Terrace city council has given owners of three derelict buildings on Little Ave. 60 days to tear them down and clean up the yards or the city will do it for them and send them the bill for the work. Two of the properties contain Second World War-era military housing and the third was once a hospital. The structures at 4520 Little Ave. owned by Sandra and Wayne Kirby, 4440 Little Ave. by Lloyd Wittkowski and 4450 Little Ave. by the estate of Bertha Vogel have been the subject of complaints and warnings by public officials of safety, health and nuisance hazards for years. The decisions reached by council Nov. 26 followed months of closed door sessions about what action to take. City officials prepared nearly 100 pages of information and photos for council to consider in reaching the three decisions. Little Ave., a graveled section of road or FAX changes 638-8432. barely one lane wide
and full of potholes, is located just east of the arena and aquatic centre and resembles more of a back lane than a city street. In the case of the Wittkowski property, city records indicate complaints going back to 1990. He didn’t acquire the property until the mid 2000s. “(There’s) a long history of issues on this property,” noted city official David Block. “The ground has pushed in a wall of the crawl space,” said an excerpt of one report on the structure. “Some of the strong smell in there is a result of (cats) presence and indicates an unsanitary situation.” No plumbing or heating is available in the building, electricity only services one light, stairs and landings are in poor and dangerous condition and the foundation has been affected by rot, said the report. “If fire were to spread, it would spread rapidly and potentially be life endangering,” said Block to council. “Reconstruction would not make viable sense.” After a round of letters demanding ac-
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sues were also recently noted by building inspectors. The last property reviewed by council was 4520 Little Ave., which was Terrace’s first hospital, and is now owned by Mike and Sandra Kirby. Complaints about this property date back to 1996 when a fire chief reported that “if not already, this building will pose a serious life safety concern.” Reports from a more recent site inspection show the building is in a state of disrepair like the others. “There are signs of structural issues evident … the interior of the building is very beat up … plumbing fixtures have been removed … ceilings are damaged and in some places removed … paint is peeling … due to humidity and lack of heat mold is present,” said a city report. Fire hazard currently pose risk to life and neighbouring properties. After a letter from the city earlier this year demanding action be taken, Wayne Kirby noted he intends to sell the property and secure the building or tear it down.
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One of three Little Ave. buildings ordered torn down by Terrace city council because of safety and fire hazards. But efforts to clean up the site have been slow moving, said Block, noting a demolition permit was taken out for an eastern portion of the building in February. While a substantial amount of the building has be torn down, some of it still stands, and demolition permits expire after 90 days, he explained. He added that council had more options for remedial action to be taken for this property, including that the city order the building be maintained and
secured or that staff continue to seek voluntary compliance from the owners. Councillor Bruce Bidgood added that as the owners had already started to demolish a portion of the building, he thinks it best the city order the rest to be boarded and secured. But councillor Marylin Davies pointed out owners had passed the 90-day mark, which means plenty of time for that to complete has passed. “This implies value and future use,” said councillor Brian
Downie. “I just don’t see the value in going through this over and over,” added councilor James Cordeiro. “These properties have been derelict for years.” In the end, council chose to treat all three buildings equally by ordering demolition within sixty days along with other property maintenance orders. Councillor Stacey Tyers left for two out of three votes due to conflict of interest. Each owner can appeal the order within 14 days of notice.
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PRINCE RUPERT Just under 20 Prince Rupert Harley Riders arrived all at once in the parking lot of the Salvation Army on the evening of Nov. 27. Riders disembarked to officially donate funds and toys collected for the 31st annual Toy Run held in October. This year 281 toys were collected, and $10,200 was raised for the Salvation Army Christmas Hamper program, which surpassed last year’s totals of 250 toys and $10,000. “[The Harley Riders] are like one big happy family,” said Norm Sklapsky, who has organized the event for four years, taking
over after long time event organizer and club president Mark Desautels passed away. “We like to go out and do our thing while raising money and collecting toys for the kids. That’s what it’s all about.” The Toy Run accumulates funds through the poker run, and dance afterward, selling t-shirts, with Donna Wing spearheading sales this year, and rounding up donations from local businesses and people. Toys are collected as part of the admission to the annual dances. Captain Sheils is forecasting 850 families, or 2,700 people, will use the Salvation Army’s Christmas Hamper program this
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Simulations conducted in varying weather conditions have shown that the largest tankers can be safely navigated without the help of tugboats. Still, Gateway is adding a tug-escort system as an additional safety measure. The Douglas Channel is already one of the deepest and widest inland waterways on North America’s west coast, and Gateway’s tug-escort
As another Gateway marine safety initiative, we’re introducing landbased radar to B.C.’s North Coast for the first time. This radar system will be bolstered by extra navigational aides such as lights and channel markers. These enhancements aren’t just for Gateway — they are for all vessels on B.C.’s North Coast. Groups who oppose this project use fear tactics. They’d have you believe an oil tanker spill is inevitable. It isn’t. But don’t take my word for it — visit our website and read for yourself about all the work that has gone into making Gateway’s marine operation one of the safest in the world. Then, decide for yourself what’s true.
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Safety starts with a tanker acceptance program that’s as stringent as any in existence — and includes an independent review of all tankers, weeks ahead of their scheduled arrival. Tankers mooring at the terminal will be double-hulled and no more than 20 years old, and will be required — by independent third parties, before they enter Gateway’s shipping channels — to show a sound maintenance and operational history. As they approach Kitimat, all vessels will be boarded and guided by B.C. Coast Pilots with expert knowledge of our coastal waters.
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Emma Louise Dugdale April 6, 1972 - December 5, 2011
When I look at your loving face, my heart just fills with pain. My arms will never hold you close never feel your love again. Each day it gets no better, Your smiling face is gone, If I could talk to you once more What words would I pass on? I loved you Darling Emma, I hope you knew how much; I have a hole within my soul That misses you, your touch. I try so hard to carry on To smile to act OK. But how can I just carry on When I miss you so each day? My life it changed so very much Back on that fateful day, But “Life goes on” they tell me so For others anyway. So here I sit sweet Emma, A part of me has gone. Until I hold you once again I know I’ll carry on.
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In Loving Memory of Our Daughter
Linda Geraldine Le Franc March 18, 1962 December 9, 1998
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Our hearts are filled with memories, we cherish them with care, the way you had to leave us, will always be unfair. One thing we have to tell you of which there is no doubt, you are wonderful to remember but so hard to live without. May the winds of love blow softly and whisper so you can hear, we will always love and miss you and wish that you were here. This day is remembered and quiety kept No words are needed, we will never forget.
Sadly missed and always remembered, by your family and friends
MANSON, Allan David May 29, 1954 – November 27, 2012
Family and friends are grateful to have been embraced by the life of Allan Manson who passed from us on November 27 at the age of 58. Always playing at his highest level, he took his competitive spirit to every challenge put before him, whether in business, sports and finally survival itself. Allan was born in Prince Rupert, British Columbia. Growing up he developed entrepreneurship and business acumen working in the family Jewellery and Hotel Resort businesses. Among other ventures he established Okanagan Seasons Resort in Kelowna. Allan was a strong athlete, beginning with rugby at Shawnigan Lake School. In later years he took up competitive tennis and golf where he met many of his life-long friends. Allan was a person with contagious energy, encouraging those around him to be the best that they could. He wanted others to win at life and helped many people along his journey. His final challenge was cancer which he faced with a deep energetic will to live a meaningful life, despite insurmountable odds. Hopeful to the end, he would not accept defeat. Predeceased by his father Elmer (Al) and his mother Mary (Bea) Manson. He will be dearly missed, forever loved and never forgotten by his loving companion Sue; sisters Vanny Palibroda and Valerie Blackstone (Jim), and all his loving family and friends. A private celebration of life was held in his honour. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to those who supported him: Lions Gate Hospital Foundation (Chemo Clinic), 231 East 15th St., North Vancouver, BC, V7L 2L7; Kelowna General Hospital Foundation 2268 Pandosy St., Kelowna BC; V1Y 1T2, BC Cancer Agency, 399 Royal Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 5L3. Condolences may be sent to the family by visitingwww.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.
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Leon V. Kirstein, born November 18, 1910, passed away peacefully in Kitimat, British Columbia, on November 18, 2012, marking his 102nd birthday. Leon is survived by his sister Karin Wilhelm of South Africa, and numerous nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews in South Africa, Australia, Norway, Canada and also extended family in Estonia. Family and friends would like to extend a big thank you to the staff at multi-level care in Kitimat for your kindness and caring for the past 12 years and to the wonderful ladies of the Kitimat General Auxillary and to Dr. Kay and Dr. Van Schalkwyk.
Rest in Peace Sophie & Rolf
Gone, but not forgotten, Although we are apart, Your spirit lives within us, Forever in our hearts. No farewell words were spoken, No time to say goodbye, Your were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why. If love could have saved you, You would have lived forever. We love you and miss you, Husband Doug & children Murray, Sean, Brett & Stephanie and Granddaughter, Cassidy, Mother Anne, Brother Brad & nephew Kadeyn, Sister Shelly & Ron
Missed always. Mom, Dad, Robert, Nathan, Derek and Elaina
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Anthony Paul Jankauskas March 21, 1932 - November 25, 2012
Tony passed away peacefully Sunday, November 25, 2012 with his family and friends by his side. He is survived by his beloved wife Betty; sons Jim and Steven (Laura); and grandchildren Brianna, Hunter, and Taylor. Our special thank you to Dr. Huang, the great nursing staff at Kitimat General Hospital, Glen and Carol Rosebush and all our beloved friends. Though his smile is gone forever And his hand we cannot touch, We still have so many memories of The one we loved so much. His memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part, God has him in his keeping We have him in our heart.
Sadly missed but never forgotten.
We are having a Memorial Service for our mother,
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Eagle Clan Tribal Feast will be held December 7, 2012 at 1 pm in the Prince Rupert Civic Centre Auditorium. The memorial service will be held December 7, 2012 at 7 pm in the Prince Rupert Civic Centre Auditorium. The funeral service will be held December 8, 2012 at 1 pm at the Anglican Church. Internment to follow at Fairview Cemetery Settlement feast after funeral at 5 pm location to be announced
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MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR/PLANNER Savona Specialty Plywood, located 40 km west of Kamloops, BC is the largest and most technologically advanced producer of overlaid MDO and HDO concrete forming panels in North America. With quality ďŹ r veneer produced at our Lillooet veneer plant, we are committed to producing panel products exceeding our customers’ expectations. We are currently seeking a Maintenance Supervisor/Planner in our Savona division. Reporting to the Site Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor/Planner will be responsible for supervision of the maintenance crew and the efďŹ cient and cost effective preparation of all maintenance projects. A key part of the role includes safety regulations and implementation, short and long term maintenance planning, liaison with internal and external professional organizations. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement practices. With a minimum of ďŹ ve (5) years of supervisory maintenance experience within the forest industry, the candidate will have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Strong computer skills are required. An Inter-Provincial trade designation (Millwright or Electrician) would be an asset. Savona Specialty Plywood offers a competitive compensation and beneďŹ ts package. Please submit your resume, in conďŹ dence, by December 18, 2012 to: Savona Specialty Plywood PO Box 127, Savona, B.C. V0K 2J0 Attention: J. Wilcock Fax: (250) 373-5665 Or email resumes to jobs.savona@apgroup.ca We thank all applicants who express interest; however only those selected for interview will be contacted.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Kitimat Valley Institute Employment Agency has proudly offered its services since 2006. This service assists employers with their manpower needs by providing them access to professional Human Resource services. Our customer in Kitimat is looking to hire a Temporary Worker for 40 hours per week for approximately one year. KVI Employment Agency is currently accepting applications for the following position:
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King Edward Hotel, Stewart BC Canada King Edward Hotel is looking to employ a kitchen manager with cooking experience. We’re looking for an individual that is motivated in promoting new ideas and culinary fare. We’re looking for someone that will show professionalism and display exceptional leader ship qualities to manage both the food service and kitchen operations in the hotel. The hotel food service includes a dining room, coffee shop - cafe and bar. This job is in a fast paced busy operation during the summer and during the off season can provide flexible time off. King Edward Hotel is located in a northern community that offers exceptional outdoor opportunities. King Edward Hotel offers competitive salaries, health benefits and bonus packages. Accommodation is available. Spousal employment is also available. Please respond with resume to Jim Hyslop: Jdhyslop@hotmail.com
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Comstock COMSTOCK CANADA LTD., a leading structural, mechanical and electrical construction company, requires personnel for the regional area of Kitimat B.C. in the following positions: • Quality Control Technicians • Schedulers • Project Field Coordinators • Document Control • Commissioning • Mechanical Completion Coordinators • Cost Accountants Excellent salary and benefits package available, commensurate with experience. Qualified persons are invited to apply to: Human Resources Comstock Canada Ltd. 326 City Centre Kitimat, B.C.V8C 1T6, or via fax at (250) 632-5492 We wish to extend our appreciation to all applicants; only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
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Ridley Terminals Inc. is currently seeking the following positions for their marine bulk handling terminal, located on the north coast of BC, approximately 16 km. from the City of Prince Rupert. Committed to a safe and healthy workplace, Ridley Terminals Inc. provides an excellent working environment for individuals who have a high degree of initiative and are able to assume responsibility. The Terminal is going through an extensive upgrade and build-out of the facility over the coming years and offers a signi¿cant opportunity to the successful candidates to be part of an expanding and thriving organization. FIELD SAFETY SPECIALISTS – Term Positions The successful candidates must have experience on an industrial site as safety professionals. The ideal candidate would have a CRSP designation or equivalent combination of education and experience. Training with regard to marine safety issues would be an asset as well as experience with con¿ned space, fall protection, respiratory protection and lockout. These positions would be for a one year term initially with the possibility of a one year extension. For a complete job description go to: www.rti.ca These positions offer a very competitive salary and bene¿ts package. The ability to work with a team to achieve results is essential. Candidates should also have an excellent health, safety and environmental record. 4XaOiÀeG candidates are invited to submit their resume by December 14, 2012 to: Ridley Terminals Inc. P. O. Bag 8000 Prince Rupert, BC V8J 4H3 Attention: Brenda Sparkes Or by e-mail to: jobs@rti.ca Or fax to: (250) 624-2389 Ridley Terminals Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
The Totem Ford Group is looking to fill two positions for Journeyman Automotive Technicians at Snow Valley Ford in Kitimat BC. Qualified applicants will receive an industry leading wage, benefit, pension and training package and will be working in a newly renovated modern facility. If you think you’ve got what it takes, and would like to join the fastest growing automotive retailer in the Northwest, send your resume and qualifications to: Bernd Kraft, Service Manager, Snow Valley Ford bernd@snowvalleyford.ca
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Automotive Sales Representative We seek a self motivated individual interested in above average earning potential, and a great working environment. Forward resume to Brian Kennedy General Manager Port City Ford Sales 970 Saskatoon Avenue Prince Rupert, BC V8J 4J2 250-624-3673 FAX: 250-624-3672 portcityford@citytel.net
The Bar and Grill at the beautiful Hirsch Creek Golf and Winter Club is under new management. We are welcoming applications for the positions of full & part time servers. If you are energetic, a team player, and committed to giving outstanding customer service, and have a valid “Serving it Right�, we look forward to your application. Experience is preferred but not necessary as training will be provided. For line cooks experience is necessary as well as food safe certification and references. Please apply in person Monday to Friday with resume and cover letter identifying which position you are applying for. Mount Layton Hotsprings has immediate openings for FT/PT Cook, Housekeeping and Barmaid/lounge server. Resumes may be faxed, emailed or dropped off in person to Mount Layton Hotsprings: (fax) 250-798-2478 desiree.mountlayton@yahoo.com No phone calls please
School District No. 52 (Prince Rupert) 634 – 6th Avenue East Prince Rupert, BC V8J 1X1 Maher Terminals Holding Corp –Fairview Container Terminal Maher Terminals Holding Corp in Prince Rupert is seeking qualified applicants for the following positions: Assistant Superintendent of Operations The successful candidate will supervise, plan and coordinate the activities of the unionized workforce. A full job description can be found at http://www.mahercanada.com/index.cfm/do/page.careers Assistant Superintendents are scheduled to cover all shifts in this 24/7 operation. The ideal candidate will have: r " QPTU TFDPOEBSZ EJQMPNB PS EFHSFF PS DPNNFOTVSBUF XPSL experience r 4USPOH PGà DF DPNQVUFS TLJMMT r 1SFWJPVT TVQFSWJTPSZ PS MFBEFSTIJQ FYQFSJFODF JO B XPSLQMBDF PS UIF DPNNVOJUZ QSFGFSBCMZ JO B VOJPOJ[FE XPSL FOWJSPONFOU r &YDFMMFOU XSJUUFO BOE PSBM DPNNVOJDBUJPO TLJMMT Clerical Assistant Responsibilities GPS UIJT SPMF JODMVEF CVU BSF OPU MJNJUFE UP 1BZSPMM 1SPDFTTJOH %BUB &OUSZ 4UBUJTUJDBM 5SBDLJOH (FOFSBM 0Gà DF %VUJFT BOE BTsist with projects when needed. Some of these duties will be shared with another individual. This position requires an individual with good computer skills who has FYQFSJFODF VTJOH .JDSPTPGU &YDFM 0VUMPPL BOE 8PSE 5IF JEFBM DBOEJEBUF TIPVME CF BCMF UP XPSL JOEFQFOEFOUMZ BT XFMM BT B UFBN CF BCMF UP multi-task and organize his/her workload. 0DDBTJPOBM 0WFSUJNF JT SFRVJSFE EVSJOH MPOH XFFLFOET Applications will be accepted at Fairview Container Terminal 3100 Scott Rd Prince Rupert PS CZ FNBJM BU FNQMPZNFOU!NBIFSUFSNJOBMT DPN Applications received up to and including December 21, 2012 will be DPOTJEFSFE 0OMZ UIPTF DIPTFO GPS JOUFSWJFXT XJMM CF DPOUBDUFE
Executive Assistant (Excluded Staff Position) Reporting to the Superintendent of Schools and the Secretary-Treasurer, the Executive Assistant will provide both administrative and secretarial support services for the Superintendent of Schools, the Secretary-Treasurer, the Board of Education and other senior staff. The successful applicant will be responsible for performing highly sensitive and confidential secretarial assignments while functioning in an environment with many time-sensitive issues. Applicants must be detail oriented and have an appreciation for accuracy. It is essential that the candidate has the ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision. The position requires confidentiality, diplomacy and superior information management skills. This is a part-time position, 20 hours per week, at the School District Administration office in Prince Rupert, BC. Salary is competitive and will be determined based upon experience and qualifications; the school district provides an extensive benefits package. The successful candidate will commence employment in this position as soon as possible at a mutually agreeable time as arranged by the candidate and the Director, Human Resources. A complete job description can be accessed on the School District No. 52 website at www.sd52.bc.ca Please forward your resume and supporting documents, including references, by 4:00 p.m, Friday, December 14, 2012 to: Ms. Kathy Gomez Director, HR School District No. 52 (Prince Rupert) 634 – 6th Avenue East Prince Rupert, BC V8J 1X1 Email: kgomez@sd52.bc.ca Fax: (250) 624-6517
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Home Care/Support Female Homecare Worker required by disabled female. Experience preferred. Permanent Part Time. Duties include personal care & meal preparation. References required. Leave message 250-638-0396
Home Share Providers Open your HEARTS & HOME to care for adults w/ developmental disabilities TCS, Thompson Community Services is hoping to find individuals in the immediate area who can help care for our clients that have a variety of needs but most simply need a home where people will care about them. They require supervision and need the support and stability that comes from living in a home. Knowledge around supporting individuals with developmental disabilities would be an asset. EXTENSIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES OFFERED! Contact Andrew Bell at (1)-250-624-9573 or email: abell@tcsinfo.ca or Website: www.thompson communityservices.com
Trades, Technical JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta) needs a few more good people. Busy, modern shop. $25. - $31./hour + bonus, benefits. Great community. Inquire or send resume. Fax 403-854-2845; or Email to: Chrysler@telusplanet.net
Services
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Nov 19 - 23 Nov 19 - 24 ROCMC or ROCM Nov 14 - 16 60T Chartwork Oct 22 - Nov 9 SEN-L Nov 26 - Dec 7 Ship Const.Stability- Dec 10-21 Course dates & times subject to change. Check website:
www.cappsmarine.com
Capp’s Marine Education
410-309 2nd Ave West Prince Rupert, BC (250) 627-1265
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Services Merchandise for Sale
Financial Services
Legal Services
DROWNING IN debts? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500
CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161. LOAN HELP - Consolidate all your credit cards, bank loans, income tax debt and payday loans into ONE small interestfree monthly payment. Contact us toll-free at 1.888.528.4920. M O N E Y P R OV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.
Commercial/ Industrial Property
PRINCE RUPERT
Dorothy Wharton
THIS COULD BE YOUR NEW HOME!
105 Raven Cres N217652 $255,000 333 11th Ave E N222755 $270,000
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LAST MINUTE MARKET
CHILLSPOT IS The Coolest Dog Bed-A new and innovative, thermodynamically cooled dog bed, that enhances the cool tile surfaces our pets rely on during the warm weather months. www.chillspot.biz
KITIMAT Townhouse close to downtown. Well-kept three storey, 4 bedroom, 2 full bath. Lots of updates. Fenced yard with great view. 250-632-5295 or 250-632-1409
Apartments
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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
For table rentals call Rosa 250-624-4787 or .athleen 250-624-5652.
FREEZER BURNT meat and fish for sled dogs, Terrace only. Will pick up. 250-635-3772.
The coffee is always on!
Community Newspapers
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Dog Grooming for small breeds. Call Vicki Kennedy @ Veterinary Hospital. 250-600-6206
Heavy Duty Machinery
Merchandise for Sale
A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Garage Sales KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Flea Market Sept. 22 Oct. 13 & 27 Nov 10 & 24 Dec 8 only
FOR SALE Kitimat - 2 futons in good condition. 250-632-7785
Craft items 1ative Arts Baking Silver Jewellery Beads Home Business & Yard Sale Items
Table Rental Proceeds Go To The Moose
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Misc. Wanted
Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town
236 Silversides Dr N223350 $399,000
2096 CHURCHILL DRIVE SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8 – 1-3 PM
2 bedrm. Rancher, 1525 sq. ft. with family room, rear deck, new owner needed.
$305,000
MLS
GO WITH EXPERIENCE 250-622-7653 www.princerupertproperties.com
COAST MOUNTAINS
RUSTY LJUNGH
250-638-2827
NEW HOUSE FOR SALE COMPLETED BY Dec 2012 3 bdrm, 2 full bath, full garage, Lg Lot, minutes from town. To view call 250-6158457 or 250-638-0734
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BEAUTIFUL family home on the Bench with stunning view, backing Terrace Mnt. Well maintained in quiet neighborhood on double ended cul du sac. Upstairs: 4 bedrooms, main ensuite, family bathroom. Main floor: Living room with natural gas fireplace, dining room, family room, kitchen, den and 1/2 bath. Basement: Bedroom with en suite, pool room/gym, TV room and crawl space. 3000sq.ft. approximate total size. Double garage, fenced backyard, extra parking. Lots of extras included. Asking $485,000. 3814 Hatton Street, Terrace. To view please call 250-638-7627
Renovated 1 & 2 bdrm Suites Furnished & Un-Furnished. Quiet Tenants. On Site Management. Gym, Hot Tub & Sauna.
Real Estate
1923 Willis Piano. Great Condition. $800 OBO. 250-6350783
Apt/Condo for Rent
119 Gull Cres N223539 $287,000
Houses For Sale Home for sale on 1/2 acre lot with large insulated shop. 200Amp wiring in shop. $139,900. Call Cora at 250615-0040
20 ACRES FREE! Buy 40-Get 60 acres. $0-Down, $168/mo. Money Back Guarantee. NO CREDIT CHECKS. Beautiful Views. Roads/Surveyed. Neaer El Paso, Texas. Call 1800-843-7537. www.sunsetranches.com
Musical Instruments
Oasis
FREE HEAT AND
HOT WATER
References Required.
250-627-5820 www.oasisaparts.com
GATEWAY APARTMENTS McBride & 8th Prince Rupert Unfurnished - Furnished (Furnished short Term Rentals Available) Close to downtown Adult-oriented No Pets
Bachelor 1 and 2 bedroom
627-7137
APARTMENTS Largest, Brightest Suites Shiny Hardwood Floors Unfurnished & Furnished Daily - Weekly - Monthly
HILLCREST PLACE APARTMENTS
ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIERS
RENT starting from $575 INCLUDES HEAT!
OCEANVIEW APTS
1631 Haisla Blvd. Kitimat, BC 2 bedroom suites security building New: dishwasher, appliances & cabinets. All New: windows, plumbing, electrical, drywall, kitchen & bathroom - sound insulated - electric heat. 1 yr lease Starting at $995 per month N/S, N/P For complete details or to request an application, please call 250.632.7814
(250)632-2822 Kitimat
Hillcrest Place Apartments Bachelor & two bedroom No Smoking, No Pets Starting at $475 monthly 250.632.7814 Kitimat
Skyline Manor 1200 Summit Ave.
Bachelor & 1 Bedroom Suites. Security Entrance, harbour views, balconies, storage, laundry facilities, hot water & heat included. Sorry no pets. Close to hospital, bus stop & downtown. References required. Contact our on site Manager at 250-624-6019
KITIMAT APTS BEST VALUE
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SANDPIPER APTS KITIMAT Newer Buildings Elevators Security Entrances Covered Parking Balconies www.kitimatapartments.com
250.632.4254
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Cars - Domestic
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Cars - Domestic
HOLIDAY CASH SALE
Rentals
Rentals
Rentals
Rentals
Apt/Condo for Rent
Duplex / 4 Plex
Homes for Rent
Suites, Upper
ROOSEVELT HEIGHTS APARTMENTS
Kitimat - 2 bedroom, fully furnished, newly renovated and available now. New F/S, M/W, stacking W/D and all utensils needed to start cooking. Move in ready! 250-639-6554. View online at peaceofmindlandlordservices.com
HOUSE FOR RENT Kitimat - 3060 sq.ft, 3 stories, 4 bdr, 3 bth, living room, family room, double garage, on 1.03 acres with out buildings. $1,600/mo. View at www.peaceofmindlandlordservices.com or call: 250-639-2275
3 bedroom apartments. Heat and hot water included.
KITIMAT - 3bdrms, 1.5 baths, 5 appliances, in Nechako 4-plex. $850/mo plus damage deposit. Ref. Req. No pets. 250.632.2569
No smoking. No pets $730 per month. References required.
2012
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7.6/5.1 L/100 KM (37/55 MPG) 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION HEATED SEATS ALLOY WHEELS AC • KEYLESS ENTRY TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
CX-9 GT AWD
NOW ONLY
BI-WEEKLY
WITH $0 DOWN
STK#12104-0M
CX7-GT 2013 • • • •
• LUXURY PACKAGE • LEATHER 7.7/6.1 L/100 KM (37/46MPG) • LOADED KEYLESS ENTRY ALLOY WHEELS SAVE AC • 6 $SPEED AUTO 4,000
CX5
AVAILABLE FOR RENT 1, 2, & 3 Bdrm Suites
Call for details 250-627-1715 or 250-624-5955
WITH $0 DOWN
STK#12036-0M
CX5 GS AWD CX7
20122013 • • • • •
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5 SPEED AUTO CD AC SUNROOF KEYLESS ENTRY
THE BEST HWY FUEL ECONOMY INCLUDING HYBRIDS IN CANADA STK#12036-0M
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STK#12055-0M
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House for Rent in Kitimat Nechako area. Close to Elem. & High schools, 3 bdrm, washer/dryer, fenced yard. 250-632-7312 or 250-632-1752
Cars - Domestic
Cars - Domestic
Your Home Of The ...Community Drive! $
TECHNOLOGY
PR: 1 bdrm hse, $600/mo; 3 bdrm lower duplex, $850/mo; 1 bdrm bsmt suite, $500/mo. Avail. immediately. Call 250624-4598. PR: 3 bdrm hse, elect. heat, near library, w/d pkg, Lrg yd, N/S, N/P. $600/mo. mapleenglishclub@yahoo.ca
Small Ads work! Rooms for Rent PR - Short-term Rentals. Furnished bedroom, shared kitchen & bathrooms, laundry, wifi. Close to downtown. From $245/wk (min. 2 week) or $499/mo. Call 250624-2334 www.pioneerhostel.com www.princerupertrooms.com
Rooms starting at $45/daily, $249/weekly, $699/monthly, Students $499/monthly. All-inclusive. 250-600-1680
84 MONTHS
BI-WEEKLY WITH $0 DOWN INC. TAX OAC
STK#12121-0M
Dealer #7041 Dealer HWY. 16 EAST, TERRACE, BC #7041 1-800-559-7288 WWW.THORNHILLMOTORS.COM 250-635-7286 HWY. 16 EAST, TERRACE, BC 1-800-559-7288
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NEWLY updated three bedroom townhouses with 1500 sq ft of usable space. Close to all services. Please call 250279-2727 for appointment.
PINE CREST 3 Bdrm. 2 Level T/H 1 ½ bath No pets Call Jenn 622-4304 PRINCE RUPERT Harbourview Apts. 2 & 3 Bdrm, 1 bath, Start at $600 No pets 627-6697 or 622-2699 TOWNHOMES in KITIMAT 3 bdrm, 1 ½ bath, carport Start $700. Sorry no Pets. Call Greg 639-0110
Transportation
Cars - Domestic
Available Jan 1/13 ONE bedroom suite suitable for single person ground level, N/P, N/S, near hospital, ref’s req’d, $575/mo incl.utilities. 250-6355963
1997 Subaru AWD Outback 238,000 km. Rebuilt Motor Tom’s Auto Detailing 250-639-9678
Cars - Sports & Imports
Cars - Sports & Imports
5 Spd, 4 door, A/C, C/C, KE, P/W, Tilt 12,000 kms
32,995
$
$13,995
#1442A
2002 Mazda Protege
O.A.C.
P/W, P/D, A/C, C/C, 5 Spd, Tilt, AM/FM/CD, 4dr Hatchback Only 85,890 kms
• $2500 DOWN PAYMENT
2009 GMC Canyon SLE
$
Townhouses NEW & Completely Renovated 2 Bedroom & 3 Bedroom two storey Townhomes with full height basement available for December 1st and January 1st. Starting from $850.00 per month......First months free rent to first 3 qualified tenant applicants. Call 604-725-4872 or visit our photo gallery at: http://www.housingdudes.com/properties_kitimat.asp
Suites, Lower
O.A.C.
2010 Ford F-150 FX4 • $248.00 BIWEEKLY
PR: Water-view, clean, quiet newly reno’d one bedroom suite. W/D, Parking, Satellite/wifi, N/S, N/P. Refs req. $750/mo. Call 250-627-1731
THIS WEEKS SPECIALS 2006 Honda Civic LX
38,995
• $295.00 BIWEEKLY
21,995
• $182.00 BIWEEKLY
SKYACTIV
e-mail hkholdings@hotmail.com
For Rent taking application on side by side duplex 3 bdrm, 2 bth, carport, shed in upper Thornhill n/p n/s Avail. Dec, 2 references required. 1,100/m plus utilities. Nechako - 3 bedroom duplex. f/s, w/d. Refs req. plus PNG approved. 250-279-0207
Nice 3 bdrm rancher on Southside. N/P, N/S, Good References Required. $950/mo. 250-638-8639.
• $2500 DOWN PAYMENT
• ALMOST 1000KMS PERHP TANK • 3.7L 273 V6 CX-93GT AWD • 58 MPG/5.0L/100KM • 6 SPEED SPORT AUTOMATIC
2012 2013
FRESHLY renovated 1600sq ft rancher, upper thornhill, Terrace. 3 bed, 2 bath, double car garage, lots of parking. Damage deposit required. References required. No smoking in home. $1,400 p/m, call 6159995.
2010 Ford Expedition Max Limited
BI-WEEKLY WITH $5000 DOWN INC. TAX OAC
84 MONTHS
FOR Rent Furnished executive home for rent. 4 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, beautiful view of the Douglas Channel from Albatross Ave. Hardwood and carpet throughout. $1500/ month, plus utilities. If interested, please contact Tim at (403) 730-6192. For a viewing, call Lorraine at (250) 632-9943
HOME FOR RENT 4 bdrm, 3 full bathrm,executive house quiet dead end st.Inc 5 appliances, ref’s req’d, avail immed $1,600/pm+util.N/S,N/P.
References required!
STK#12055-0M
TECHNOLOGY
CLEAN Houses and Townhouses for rent in Kitimat - Call Stan 780-974-3945 or email marps68@hotmail.com or www.rentboard.ca
1 BDRM Basement Suite, Located near town, share laundry, N/P, N/S. Good Ref’s Requ’d. Call 250-635-6122 3 bed, 1 1/2 bath, duplex in upper Thornhill. New carpet and paint, W/D, gas furnace,large yard. Quiet neighborhood close to Golf course and bus. $1000/mo. Quiet tenants, NS, good references required. Contact 250-635-6813
NOW ONLY
HOLIDAY CASH SKYACTIV 84 MONTHS BLOWOUT...
BUNGALOW FOR RENT Kitimat - 3 bedroom, garage, W/D, F/S. Walk to downtown. n/s n/p. Available immediately. Call 250.639.0568
Duplex / 4 Plex
6,000
$
STK#12121-0M
Homes for Rent
Kitimat 1,2,3 bdrms Clean & Quiet Heat & hot water included Call (250)632-2824 or email www.jasebudgel@hotmail.ca
• LUXURY PACKAGE • 7 PASSENGER • MOTORTREND TOP PICK (4/11) SAVE
HOLIDAY CASH BLOWOUT... 84 MONTHS
2012
Phone between 9am - 6pm 250-627-8123 VIEWPOINT APARTMENTS
HOUSE FOR rent or lease on preferred street in Kitimat,BC. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, F/S/D/W/D, double car garage, fenced yard, close to schools and all amenities. $1300 month plus utilities. References required. Availability immediately. 250-425-2900(H) or 250-401-8272. e-mail darlenesears@hotmail.com.
Kitimat - 1 bedroom suite available immediately. Ideal location. Recently renovated with berber carpet throughout. Living space backs onto patio. Must be seen to be appreciated. n/s, n/p. To view, please call after 6:30pm: 250-632-6659
$3,995
#2806A
2006 Toyota RAV4 Sport
O.A.C.
• $2500 DOWN PAYMENT
...Over $20,000 Raised So Far For Local Charities! TERRACE TOTEM FORD SALES LTD.
A/C, P/W, Auto, P/L, CD/AM/FM, C/C 85,000 kms
$16,995
#4146A
DEALER #7199
TERRACE TOTEM
4631 KEITH AVENUE, TERRACE
1.800.463.1128
250-635-7286
4912 Highway 16 West, Terrace, BC V8G 1L8
GRAHAM SCOTT
DIMITRI FILTZIAKIS
DANIELLE MISENER
250-635-6558 or 1-800-313-6558 DL#5957
www.terracetoyota.ca
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NEID ENTERPRISES LTD. Cars - Domestic 2004 Pontiac Montanna M16 8-seats, mint condition, runs great, 3.4L Engine, Auto, Air, cloth seats, keyless entry. Asking $5,500. Call 250-6002563. 2007 PT Cruiser, 29,000KM, as new, 5yr Ext. Warranty, new studded tires, asking $10,500. Phone 250-641-0006
Cars - Sports & Imports
Trucks & Vans
Trucks & Vans
PLUS
2 YEAR
LIMITED WARRANTY
“Your Recreation Specialist�
4921 Keith Ave., Terrace, B.C.
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Lax Kw’alaams Band 206 Shashaak Street, Lax Kw’alaams, BC V0V 1H0 Telephone: 250-625-3293 Fax: 250-625-3246
Your Northwest Distributor for
PREMIUM QUALITY TRUCK CANOPIES & TONNEAU COVERS!
Legal Notices Lax Kw’alaams Band Suite 150-110 1st Ave West Prince Rupert, V8J 1A8 Telephone: 250-627-5733 Fax: 250-627-5933
To the membership of Lax Kw’alaams
CALL JOHN COOPER TODAY! 250-635-4941 5004 Highway 16 West, Terrace
We have scheduled for an emergency public meeting with the Lax Kw’alaams Band membership in Prince Rupert to be held on Sunday, December 9, 2012 at the Highliner Inn upstairs conference
1997 Volkswagen Golf New engine. C/D. Mags. $3,000 obo. Kitimat 250-632-3589 2005 TDI Jetta Wagon, loaded, heated, leather sunroof, triptronic trans, over 800km per tank. very rare German built. Asking $9,500. Call 250600-2563.
Off Road Vehicles 96 Yamaha 350 ATV. Good shape mechanical & body. Mud Lite Tires. Winch. Great Hunting Bike. $2,700. Call Terry 250-635-5592
Trucks & Vans 1997 GMC Kitimat - 1/2 ton short box, sidestep. 4.3 litre, 6 cyl. 5 speed standard. Very reliable. Includes canopy and boat holder. $2,500 o.b.o. Contact John at: 250-632-3618 or 250-632-1725 2002 Ford Windstar Sport 210,000 km. $3,800 1988 Dodge Reg Cab Long box pickup. New front end. Best offer. Tom’s Auto Detailing 250-639-9678
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2013 Polaris 500 HO 4x4 SALE
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Motorcycles
Motorcycles
-automatic -electric start -hi/low range -includes 2500lb winch -includes cycle country 54’’ plow kit
KEN’S MARINE
Motorcycles
2013 Yamaha YS926 SNOWBLOWER SALE
369900*
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Motorcycles
Motorcycles
-electric strart -hydrostatic drive -50 plus feet blowing distance -2 stage auger -plastic auger liner -3 year warranty
4946 Greig Ave., Terrace 635-2909 TUESDAY - SATURDAY 8:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.
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Rampage pick up a win against Ice Demons By Shaun Thomas
THE NORTHERN CONNECTOR
PRINCE RUPERT - Perhaps it was the holiday spirit, but after participating in the Winterfest Parade and posing for photos with fans earlier in the day the Prince Rupert Rampage put on their strongest showing yet on Saturday night as they downed the powerhouse Kitimat Ice Demons 6-1. The Rampage opened the scoring in the game early, as captain Jared Meers put one by Kitimat’s Tyson Craven just 98 seconds into the game. Terry Whelan of the Demons responded less than two minutes later to tie things up at one, but the rest of the period and indeed the game would belong to Prince Rupert. With 10:15 to play in the first Justin Fontaine regained the lead for Prince Rupert and a shorthanded goal by Josh Kierce with just 1:05 left on the clock put the Rampage up 3-1 leading into the second period. In the second Rampage goalie Keano Wilson held his ground through an early Kitimat onslaught and just over halfway though the period
Kory Movold found the back of the net on the powerplay to make it 4-1 for Prince Rupert. That would be the only goal in the second, giving the fans at the Jim Ciccone Civic Centre plenty to cheer about heading into the final 20 minutes of play. In the third the Rampage continued to keep up the pressure on the western-division leading Demons. With 11:05 to play Meers scored his second of the night with a wrist shot from in front just before he was hauled down by the Demon defensemen. That fifth goal would spell the end of the night for Kitimat’s Craven, who was replaced between the pipes by Daniel Pellan. But not even Pellan could shut the door on Prince Rupert, as Kierce went low glove-side on the powerplay with 4:15 to go. When the final buzzer sounded the Rampage celebrated their first home win of the season in front of a raucous crowd and saluted their fans as they left the ice. The win puts the Rampage tied with the Houston Luckies at five points for the final playoff spot in the league, though there is still
SHAUN THOMAS / THE NORTHERN CONNECTOR
Kitimat defencemen can only look back as the puck gets by netminder Daniel Pellan to make it 6-1 for the Prince Rupert Rampage. a lot of hockey to play. The Smithers Steelheads remain undefeated so far this season and at 11-0 to lead the league
with 22 points, followed by the Ice Demons at 20 points and the Williams Lake Stampeders at 17 points.
The Rampage will take to the ice again this Saturday against division rivals the Terrace River Kings, who
were off last weekend but enjoy a four-point lead over Prince Rupert in the standings.
Marlins bring out their Terrace roller derby best at Prince George meet fundraiser a big success By Contributed
By Anna Killen
THE NORTHERN CONNECTOR
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KITIMAT - The Kitimat Marlins Swim Club were in Prince George recently for the Prince George Invitational swim meet. With teams from Quesnel, Chetwynd, Williams Lake, Smithers, Terrace, Prince Rupert and B.C. power house — the 200 swimmer Prince George team — competition was fierce. The Marlins competed well though, and every swimmer achieved personal best times. Two Marlins made breakthroughs and achieved their first AA Provincial qualifying standard. This allows them to compete at the AA Provincial Championships in Surrey this February. Madison Szmata (11) qualified in the 11 and under 50 meter freestyle as she took off a whopping two seconds in the sprint event and went under the standard by half a second. Ben Anker (14) achieved his AA Provincial time in the 14-year-old boy 100 meter
TERRACE - Terrace’s roller derby team, the North Coast Nightmares, hosted a gender-bending fundraiser at the Thornhill Community Centre last Saturday night—and raised enough money to cover the cost of home game as well as give nearly $1000 to charity. “I would definitely consider the event a huge success,” said Nightmare Tarea “Dream Warrior” Roberge, of the event that featured an all-male beauty pageant, auction, dinner, and dance. “In this one event we raised enough money for Terrace Roller Derby to be able to host a bout right here in Terrace and cover all of the costs related to a home game.” Roller derby is a burgeoning sport here in the northwest, and because it’s still in the beginning stages, costs can be steep. In order to host games in Terrace, the team needs to cover travel costs for the away teams who come here, not to mention cover their own travel costs. But while the team has been feeling the financial pressure, this hasn’t stopped them from pushing hard to make roller derby a sport to be reckoned with here in the northwest—and they’ve been using their know-how to help other northwest communities start teams to build up the
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The Marlins’ newest AA provincial qualifiers, Ben Anker and Madison Szmata. backstroke with a three second drop from his old personal best time and going one second under the AA Provincial time standard. Anker also had the biggest drop in time from his previous best time for the Marlins,
a 12.5 second improvement in his 100 IM. The Marlin swimmers Anker and Brander Pacheco (14) also did the very tough task of achieving 100 per cent personal best times in all eight of their races.
area league. Community support is crucial to the Nightmare’s success, and successful events like these make all of the difference, they say. “We are so excited to have the pressure (of hosting a home game) lifted from us and move forward with our great plans for local roller derby,” said Roberge. “We’d really like to thank the community and all the sponsors and volunteers,” she said. Nine men participated in the beauty pageant, dressing in evening-wear, Christmas-wear and, of course, derby-wear. Skeena MLA Robin Austin was one of the participants, as well as Jamie Mason and Trevor Lang from CFNR, Eric Lennert, Jonah Preston, Tom Middleton, who took first place, Kyle Ross, who took second, Sam Harling, who took third, and Tim Stephans, who came in fourth. The pageant auction, where the men auctioned off prizes like dinner for four, an hour on the radio, shovelling snow, and an oil change raised $615 dollars. This, combined with $195 raised from the auctioning of two paintings by local artists Sarah Zimmerman and Chancey Hall, and tips made at the bar, means the group raised over $900 for the Salvation Army Christmas Hamper—because as a group who relies on the community for support, they understand the value of giving back.
A24 www.bclocalnews.com /bc_north Friday, December 7, 2012 The Northern Connector
Northern Gateway will be one of the safest energy pipelines because it’s been designed by engineers, safety experts and the people of British Columbia.
Our every intention is to ma make ke the North ther ern n Ga Gate tewa way y Pi Pipe peli line ne the str tron ngest st and safestt of its kin nd in Can anad ada. ad a. And the people oof British Columbia have told us that we must exceed safety standards if it is to cross this beautiful province. We’ve heard their concerns and have continually incorporated their feedback into our plans. We have added $500 million in extra safety measures–like thicker pipe, more isolation valves, meticulous pipeline construction techniques, and plans for around the clock monitoring by real people, in real time, with sophisticated technology.
We will use thicker pipe...
We will have advanced monitoring and response systems...
Northern Gateway pipe will have
Constant, diligent monitoring is vital for safe pipeline operation. Northern
an average thickness of 0.80 inches.
Gateway will be monitored on-site and via the control centre 24/7, in
That’s 20% over and above current
real time to allow operators to rapidly respond to any incidents. As
Canadian safety standard requirements
well, extensive geotechnical investigation and route planning
for the Northern Gateway Project. The pipe
has taken place and this, combined with sophisticated
will be even thicker when it crosses major rivers and tributaries.
monitoring techniques, will provide protection against
It will be welded with exacting precision and its integrity checked
geotechnical and other natural hazards. Pump stations in
using ultrasonic inspection and hydrostatic testing methods. And
remote areas will be staffed around the
to ensure safe operation, the frequency of high resolution, in-line
clock. Dual leak detection systems
inspection surveys will be increased across the entire pipeline system
will be installed and remotely
by a minimum of 50% over and above current practices.
operated isolation valves will be used, increasing their number in BC by 50%.
We will respect wildlife habitats and migration routes... To address concerns from the public that the construction of the pipeline will affect the
We will practice and be prepared for incidents...
environment, we have pledged to build it in such a way that natural wildlife habitats,
Our goal is always zero spills. To help achieve that, the
migration routes and fish spawning sites will be respected. During the building phase,
pipeline will be monitored from the air and the ground and
disturbances will be kept to a minimum by having construction vehicles access most of
routinely inspected inside and out to identify and address
the pipeline using existing forestry roads. Instead of building all new bridge structures, it
any integrity issues. But that doesn’t mean we will not
will use existing watercourse crossings where possible. When construction is completed
prepare for an incident. We will adhere to world-leading
on each section, soil will be returned and shrubs and grasses native to the region will be
practices for oil spill response and recovery systems. Emergency response equipment
planted. If any large trees are removed to make way for the pipeline, a new tree will be
and training will be provided and constantly updated and upgraded. Training exercises
planted in another location as part of Enbridge’s commitment to plant a tree for every
with our own operations personnel and local emergency providers will be conducted on a
tree we remove to build our projects.
regular basis. Can we guarantee that there will never be a significant pipeline failure? Our original pledge to build a safe pipeline combined with further enhancements made after hearing the concerns of British Columbians puts us closer than any other pipeline system in the world to providing that guarantee.
Discover more about our rigorous design and safety standards and join the conversation at
safety.northerngateway.ca.
It’s more than a pipeline.
It’s a path to delivering energy safely.
©2012 Northern Gateway Pipelines Inc.
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