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Four suitors for Grassy Point LNG site
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Why Prince Rupert relays for life. Page A6
BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
“Proposals are currently under review.”
Business Doleman reports on credit union’s health. Page A9
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A cheer goes up in the Dark Forest as the king (Corbin Parnell) banishes the evil queen (Kelsey Casavant) from the kingdom during Missoula Children’s Theatre production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs on Saturday at the Lester Centre. For more on the production, see Page A14.
Sports The skating grace of Candyland Page A11
An additional four companies are looking to locate LNG terminals near Prince Rupert, the B.C. Ministry of Energy announced on Wednesday. According to the Ministry, the government released an Expression of Interest for development on Crown land at Grassy Point near the entrance to Work Channel. Those interested had to show the financial capacity to develop a terminal, experience in the development of LNG facilities and ownership of a source of LNG. The province also asked for the companies to include a project description, a plan for First Nations and community consultation and potential partnerships. See LNG on Page 2
Prince Rupert is not going bankrupt Media reports of impending doom misleading BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
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The City is not going bankrupt. Despite repeated media reports of impending bankruptcy in 13 months, the City is not heading over a financial cliff — at least, not yet. Prince Rupert Mayor Jack Mussallem has said if the deal with Watson Island Development Corporation (WatCo), a group of potential buyers for Watson Island, had not been done for WatCo to take over maintenance costs, the City would then, and only then,
“It’s hard to deal with.” - Mayor Jack Mussallem have been in a financial predicament that could lead to bankruptcy. When Prince Rupert seized the site from Sun Wave Forest Products in 2009 for unpaid taxes, the City had to pay monthly maintenance fees on the site. But when WatCo came
forward as a potential purchaser for the site that changed. As part of the purchase deal outlined by the company, WatCo is providing “a monthly payment to allow Prince Rupert to maintain the site”. Chief Financial Officer Dan
Rodin said the company has been giving the City money since October 2011 and currently the company pays $90,000 per month. That is up from the $55,000 “in holding and maintenance costs while the transaction is pending” claimed by the Lax Kw’alaams band in a Nov. 4 court filing A Nov. 9, 2012 court filing from the City of Prince Rupert put the cost of maintenance around $80,000 per month with the City spending $400,000 since taking over the site in 2009. See WATSON ISLAND on Page 2
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Skaters put on a show
BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
Skaters of all age groups and skill levels put their talents on display on Saturday night for the Prince Rupert Figure Skating Club’s yearend gala, Candyland. The evening alternated between soloists and group performances, with music ranging from classical to modern hits like What Makes You Beautiful by One Direction to music from eras past like Tutti Frutti by Little Richard. Over the course of the night many of the performers pulled double or even triple duty, taking to the ice as soloists and as part of a group. The show began with a solo by senior skater Mikaela Ward, who set the stage for a night of great performances. During the first half the crowd was treated to solos from Amy McNabb, Kennedy Ferguson, Emily Mair, Renata Venturini, Destiny Salm and Skye Olmstead, who closed out the first half, and to group performances that ranged from five senior skaters performing to Lady Marmalade to a large ensemble the youngest members of the program skating in their first gala performance to the classic Lollipop by the Cordettes. In the second half soloists included Mikayla Rose, Brianna Hagen, Cassidy Campbell, Cassandra Groves and Becca Phillips while group performances included the Jr. Test Line skating to Day-O to the Jr. and Sr. Test lines combining for a performance to Candyman by Christina Aguilera. The night ended with all of the members of the Prince Rupert Figure Skating Club taking to the ice for the grand finale.
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Runners in the half marathon leave the Lester Centre of the Arts on Sunday afternoon.
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Half marathon starts running season BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
A total of 89 runners took to the highway on Sunday for the 32nd Annual Half Marathon, taking advantage of the sunny skies to start the new season. The event consisted of an eightkilometre run and half marathon, either individually or as part of a team. In the 8K women’s open division Amber Sheasgreen finished first with a time of 35:41, the fastest time of all women, followed by Lia Wallace at 38:09 and Shawna Duncan at 38:50. Jenifer Ferguson won the women’s 40-49 division with a time of 47:56, followed by Andrea Nelson at 48:14 and Signi Solmundson at 48:20. The 50-59 women’s division was won by Paddy Jones with a time of 45:57, while Susan Enns finished second at 51:34 and Lori McWilliams placed third at 55:01.
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On the men’s side of the 8K, Charles Tree won the open division with a time of 36:06, followed by Joshua McDonald at 37:45 and Sheldon Wiebe at 40:05. Carl Kafka in the 40-49 men’s age group finished with the fastest overall time of all runners at 35:20, and he was followed in his age group by John Farrell at 49:04 and Jeff Baturin at 1:10:54. In the 50-59 age group, Gary Pettipas took the top spot with a time of 38:57, followed by Jeffrey Brown at 44:53 and Bob Cuthbert at 49:15. There was one over-60 entry, with Kurt Schlegel finishing in 58:53. The overall fastest woman in the half marathon and the winner of the women’s open division was Nicole Calame with a time of 1:41:48, just ahead of Tammy Kingston at 1:42:20 and Kerstim Bertin at 1:43:37. Kim Goffic won the 40-49 age group at 1:59:51, followed by Bonnie Baker at 2:09:22, and the lone woman in the 50-59 division
was Gail Bennett with a time of 1:57:20. Judson Rowse, the lone male in the 40-49 age group, was the fastest overall runner in the half marathon with a time of 1:34:22. The men’s open division was won by Dean Bertlin at 1:35:19, followed by Van Mason-Guy at 1:56:56, while the lone male over 60, Dale White, finished with a time of 2:12:48. Runners also competed in two relay division for the half marathon, with one for mixed teams and won for women. The women’s relay division was won by Erin McMurtie and Gillian Grant with a time of 1:46:55, followed by Cindy Mah and Janice Fudger at 1:50:51 and Angela Boutilier and Leah Malo at 1:59:12. The mixed division was won by Tianna Wright and Shawn Carl at 1:44:41, followed by Aisha Kennedy and Troy O’Toole at 1:50:58 and Monica Clifton and Michael Cote at 2:17:32.
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Bif Naked returning with stripped down show Rupert acts to open all-acoustic set
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It’s been nearly 20 years since Bif Naked released her first self-titled album, evolving immensely in that time. The Canadian singer-songwriter, actress and motivational speaker will be traveling to Prince Rupert to put on an acoustic performance with Jacen Ekstrom at the Lester Centre of the Arts. The show isn’t part of a tour, but instead a special performance set up specifically for Prince Rupert. Bif performed a set at the anti-Northern Gateway rally hosted by the Hartley Bay First Nation in 2012, where she promised to return to Prince Rupert. “We’re very grateful to be coming back to the community of Prince Rupert. We believe it’s a very scared land. It’s our esteemed honour to come and perform. We hope everyone has a really good time,” Bif Naked told to The Northern View. Bif made the switch from electric-high energy shows to acoustic performances approximately five years ago, after being diagnosed with breast cancer. “When I was still recovering from breast cancer treatment I just didn’t enjoy doing the rock shows,” the multi-platinum singer said. “The culture had changed, everyone seemed to be watching the concert through their iPhones... I felt like I had lost something special that I liked about my audience.”
Bif said she began to appreciate performing at smaller venues instead of the large shows she was accustomed to. “[People] weren’t there to see the dancing cancer monkey; I felt more connected to them. I encouraged people to come on the stage with us and share their story,” she said. Bif noticed her fans changed as well. “There were cancer patients that came to the shows, people with disabilities that needed extra seating... It became more important to me than the drunken rocker crowd. It seemed more honouring for them, and more selfhonouring for me,” she said. “I appreciate my background. I have had a long, long career and I love mosh-pits, but after breast cancer I couldn’t take one more guy yelling ‘show us your [breasts]’,” Bif said. In Prince Rupert, Bif and her band will be performing songs from her latest record, Bif Naked Forever; Acoustic Hits and Other Delights, which was released in December. The album contains new songs like So Happy I Could Die, and old classics recorded acoustically like Spaceman, Lucky and Moment of Weakness. “The reason we did the record was because we played so many acoustic shows people kept asking for those songs, so finally we sat down and recorded them,” Bif said, adding the transition was easy because she had always written her songs acoustically. Fans can expected to continue hearing new material
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from the Juno-winning artist in the future, with Bif currently working on an array of new material. “One record is more acoustic folk, we’re doing a death metal record, and a record I already have waiting to be released is a dance-house record,” she said. “I put dance and rap songs on my very first record, and all the records that followed were a real hodgepodge of musical genres. I’ve been really lucky to be able to kind of seamlessly flip back and forth,” said Bif. Bif Naked will perform at the Lester Centre of the Arts in Prince Rupert on Saturday, April 27 with the performance starting at 8 p.m. Prince Rupert’s Assault with a Plastic Weapon and Josh Comeau will open the show. Tickets are available at Cooks Jewellers in Prince Rupert, or through the Facebook page Bif Naked “Live and Acoustic”.
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“Even the survivors didn’t have any idea of the impact residential schools had on us...” • Louisa Smith is going to allow people to feel part of what people in residential schools went through... The more we understand about history, the more we understand about who we are now as Aboriginal people.” The box and tiles will be presented to the Government of Canada during a Day of Healing and Reconciliation by students Noah Allison, Marina Ponzini, Kimberly Aksidan and Thomas Lavigne, all who played a role in its creation. “When you travel to Ottawa, you are travelling with all of us and we know you will do well as you share this gift from the Tsimshian territory,” said aboriginal education principal Debbie Leighton-Stephens. “These four students are going to witness a part of history. We will all be able to read about it in the future, but these four will get to experience it,” said CHSS principal Sheila Wells. A second bear statue will be taken to the BC Teacher’s Federation Vancouver office in recognition of their support of the project.
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Crumbling infrastructure worries city Light at the end of legal battle tunnel WATSON ISLAND from Page 1 WatCo is also funding and facilitating the development of a remediation plan to address the many chemicals left on the site. But Mussallem said the whole ordeal has been a tough one. “I wouldn’t wish this circumstance on any municipality in British Columbia. It’s hard to deal with,” Mussallem told council last week. “This council has been dealing with this for an extended amount of time. We’re trying to find our way through it.” As published by The Northern View on March 27, Quinn Bender’s extensive report on the state of the former Skeena-Cellulose pulp mill has spawned a number of media reports about the island’s burden on the city. WatCo, meanwhile has been patiently waiting for legal battles with Sun Wave to cease so the group can purchase the site for $5 million, but because of legal woes the City doesn’t have a clear title of the property, leaving the sale at a standstill. The Skeena-Cellulose pulp mill was never decommissioned, and still contains 1.5 million gallons of black liquor, 500
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The clock is ticking to remediate Watson Island. Vast quantities of toxic chemicals stored in aging containers has Prince Rupert council worried of a potentially catastrophic spill into Porpoise Harbour.
tonnes of pulp, 23 tonnes of sulphur, caustic soda, 30,000 barrels of C fuel oil, 50,000-cubic metres of hog fuel, as well as PCBs, nuclear devices, and plenty of asbestos. “The City certainly needs to deal with the chemicals before anything out there on land or water gets poisoned that will affect the other livelihoods in our area,” Mussallem said. “The tide out there runs anywhere between four to six knots, so it wouldn’t take very long if there was a seizable spill to contaminate the waters around Prince Rupert, Watson Island, Port Edward, Lelu Island, Ridley Island, Coast Island, and
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even out toward east and west Kenahan and even up into our harbour.” However potential relief is in the horizon. Mussallem announced court dates on the subject are approaching, with dates anticipated to take place in the early part of the summer. “We are optimistic that we’ll see some resolve with regards to the chemicals... we’re hoping we can satisfy a variety of the concerns and get that property creating some employment,” he said during his report at the April 8 meeting. The City has had a series of meetings to try and conclude the matter, including meeting with the Counsel General of the
People’s Republic of China to discuss its concerns. “They pointed out to us that Sun Wave Forest Products, albeit owned by a Chinese entity, was a private company that they would ask to meet with us,” Mussallem said. Shortly after, the City met with a representative from Sun Wave Forest Products. “While Sun Wave did not say anything definitive, they did understand the circumstances. We’re hoping to be able to work with them,” Mussallem said. -with files from Martina Perry
Four giants lined up for LNG terminal near Rupert Only one Canadian company interested LNG from Page 1 The result was four companies from around the globe submitting proposals. Australian energy giant Nexen was joined by the largest producer of oil and gas in China and a Japanese petroleum company, in its proposal. Australia’s largest independent oil and gas company, Woodside Petroleum Ltd., expressed their interest, as did SK E&S, a Korean-based gas and electricity company. There was only one Canadian firm expressing interest, which was a partnering of Imperial Oil and ExxonMobile Canada. While it was widely reported that four new LNG projects were proposed for Prince Rupert, the Ministry said that at the moment there is no certainty whether or not more than one will move forward at the location. With the proposals in hand, the government said it is now moving to the next stage of the process. “Proposals are currently under review. The Province may choose to enter into further discussions with one or more of the proponents who submitted a proposal. Submissions will be evaluated based on the detail provided
“The location is well-suited for LNG export operations.” as requested, including a proponents ability to finance a LNG project, experience with LNG operations, and plans to source the natural gas required to support LNG exportation,” said a Ministry spokesperson, noting that access to the site would be up to the company. “Proponents have, or will need to, outline the details of the development they believe to be required. The location is well suited for LNG export operations, including space, deep water offshore and a foreshore that can accommodate marine infrastructure.” The EOI process was initiated in late February, following conversations with First Nations. The EOI was officially closed on March 18, 2013. Calls to Lax Kw’alaams mayor Garry Reece were unreturned as of press time.
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And then there were three... Arendt, Fraser, Rice begin North Coast battle By SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
While the writ may not have dropped to formally start the election process last Friday, the first all-candidates forum on the North Coast took place at Northwest Community College. Organized by the Northwest Community College Student’s Union, the forum included recently named Green Party candidate Hondo Arendt and NDP candidate Jennifer Ricer, with B.C. Liberal candidate Judy Fraser unable to attend but submitting an opening comment read by organizers. Rice opened the discussion, pointing to her experience as an advocate in the community. “I have been campaigning for a number of things for a number of years... I have been working full-time to oppose [the] Enbridge pipeline and oil tankers since 2008,” said Rice, who added part of her motivation to run was her belief political institutes have failed people and created a sense of disillusionment in young people. “I am passionate about the green economy, which is creating jobs while maintaining a healthy environment.” Through the moderator, Fraser outlined her volunteer work in making
the region a better place and her desire for growth. “I have been active in the riding for 13 years. I am very familiar with the region and understand regional concerns... I am also a true Rupert booster and very involved in the community,” she said. “I am excited about economic development in the region and would like to see it continue. I will say YES to responsible development.” Arendt, who entered the race the same day as the forum, said his party is more than a one-issue party. “The Green Party gets pigeonholed into the environment party, and that is part of it, but that environmentalism stems from a number of backgrounds,” he said, noting concerns such as poverty and changing the political agenda. “Governments often look at this quarter or this year, rarely do parties look at the 40-year picture... Changing priorities is a big Green issue.” Questions included the cost of post-secondary, with both candidates saying reduced tuition fees would be a priority given the emphasis on skilled workers, increasing transit and the Enbridge Northern Gateway, which both candidates spoke vehemently against. One area the two candidates did differ on was the development of LNG.
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Green Party candidate Hondo Arendt and NDP candidate Jennifer Rice faced off on Friday in an all-candidates debate at the Northwest Community College. B.C. Liberal candidate Judy Fraser was unable to attend.
Rice said she is not opposed to development in the region, nor is her party. “I have never opposed LNG, but I am always going to stick to my values that it needs to be done responsibly and respectfully. That includes paying attention to the needs and desires of First Nations that are impacted. I also believe we have to be careful. There are now nine or 10 proposals between here and Kitimat and I don’t think that is realistic,” she said, adding that the market will decide how many happen. “The BC NDP believes we have room for LNG on the North Coast, but it needs to be done responsibly. We have agreed
though, should we be elected, we will immediately look at the upstream effects of fracking and examine the potential impacts from that.” Arendt pulled no punches when it came to his thoughts on development. “The natural gas industry in general is probably my least-favourite industry, not because it is the absolute worst but because it is being sold as much better than anything else,” he said. “We are not planning on shutting down any industry, we certainly envision the natural gas industry being part of B.C.’s economy for years to come, we are certainly not supportive of expanding the export and production of natural gas.”
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A potential LNG terminal at Grassy Point can only be considered good news for the North Coast. For those unfamiliar with the location, Grassy Point is located at the entrance to Work Channel at the end of Dixon Entrance. It’s pretty much kitty-corner to Lax Kw’alaams and significantly closer to Asian markets than any terminal in Kitimat would be. It’s also a pretty remote location, with no road or dock access to the site. To develop any type of project out there would require the construction of a road out to the site. Such a road would do something that the City has been trying to do for years on end, and that is to open up access to the Shaun Thomas Tsimshian Peninsula. Whether that road is the one envisioned by the City – connected to Prince Rupert through a ferry to Digby Island and a bridge to the Peninsula – or something else – like a bridge crossing near Shawatlan Lake – is fairly insignificant. The bottom line is that people living in Lax Kw’alaams would be able to more-readily access services and job opportunities in Prince Rupert and Rupertites would be able to access the outdoor opportunities in Lax Kw’alaams. Inter-community access aside, this announcement has the potential to open up a huge patch of land for future residential, business and industrial development. Imagine a new subdivision along the waterfront near Shawatlan Lake and what that could do in terms of the housing stock in Prince Rupert and attracting new professionals to town. If nothing else, the government’s announcement reinforces the message to the world that Prince Rupert is the place to be if you want to access Asia. It’s a message that people here have been sending for the past five years and it seems to have taken root given the international nature of the four companies looking at the area. If Prince Rupert is on the map now, just wait until a Grassy Point development moves forward.
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ankrupt is a mighty powerful word. Mussallem continues to say that maintenance Whether Mayor Jack Mussallem fees from Watson Island are crippling the city. was taken out of context or not, once a A Nov. 9, 2012 court filing from the City of municipality leader utters the B-word, eyebrows Prince Rupert said the City has spent $400,000 since are raised and pocketbooks slam shut. taking over the site in 2009 and maintenance comes Recently, Quinn Bender of The Northern View in at about $80,000 per month. did a four-page extensive report on the state of As confirmed by Rupert CFO Dan Rodin, since Watson Island. Soon after publication, many October 2011, the Watson Island Development other members of the media tuned in again to Company (WatCo), has been paying those Rupert’s island of dreams and nightmares. maintenance fees, currently $90,000 per month. During at least one of those reports, Mussallem To boil it down, for the past 18 months uttered the B-word. Mussallem has been crying bankruptcy despite Todd Hamilton “I wouldn’t wish this on any municipality in the fact the City of Prince Rupert hasn’t even been British Columbia. If this matter does not get paying these maintenance fees. resolved in a positive way, and the City can not Under no circumstance can one argue that what get rid of the monthly maintenance costs, and we cannot Sun Wave has done out there is proper or the circumstance get participation from good, honest, forthright people who Prince Rupert finds itself in is fair. Additionally, the horrid state are interested in seeing this project move forward, it could of disrepair and possible catastrophe from a spill at Watson bankrupt the City of Prince Rupert in a 13-month period,” Island are real. And finally, make no mistake, Mussallem is Mussallem was quoted in a CFTK television report. absolutely correct that remediation of the island must take place The next thing you know, Vancouver media are lining up immediately. That the legal challenges must stop. to do in-depth examinations of Prince Rupert’s desperate However, let’s not perpetuate the decade-long economic moves to avoid bankruptcy. doom and gloom scenario by frivolously throwing around The simple fact of the matter is, Prince Rupert may have threats of impending bankruptcy. a $500,000 operating shortfall that can be rectified by either It does not reflect reality and harms this city’s credibility and higher taxes or cuts... but bankruptcy is not inevitable. reputation.
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On the street
Should there be bus service operating on Sundays?
With Shaun Thomas
STEVEN D. WESLEY
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“Yes, because that way families getting groceries won’t have to walk with them.”
“A lot of people use the bus, so they should offer service on Sunday.”
“Yes, for the people that go to church.”
“No, not on Sunday.”
Photo courtesy Prince Rupert Port Authority OPEN-BOOK EXAMINATION: Steve Robin (at left), Supervisor of Marine Operations for the Prince Rupert Port Authority, inspects the ship records of the KM Singapore, a bulk carrier that visited the Port of Prince Rupert last week.
Ship inspections help Refinery financing questioned keep harbour clean
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Editor: Now we have Jim Shepard promoting the Liberal pipe-dream of the Kitimat Oil Refinery concept to refine Northern Gateway Pipeline product. This is the same (insider, former personal policy adviser) Jim Shepard guy, volunteering as Christy Clark’s pit-bully orchestrating all the multi-million-dollar personal attack ads on radio and TV against the NDP. You know those nauseating dumb ads that cause you to change the station/channel immediately. They have had the opposite results actually increased the NDP’s ratings. We were led to believe that millionaire B.C. businessman David Black was researching the feasibility of such a refinery. Well it looks like we taxpayers funded an expensive feasibility study paid for through the ‘Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training’. The study was done by a California firm ‘Navigant Consulting Inc.’, is titled ‘Review of the Proposed Kitimat Refinery Project’, ‘Technical Assessment and Asian Supply / Demand Analysis’. Black didn’t get where he is by being stupid. The Liberals are trying to hype this as another big utopian lotto like LNG, then we can all hold debt-free hands and sing Kumbaya.
“It looks like we taxpayers funded an expensive feasibility study paid for through the ‘Ministry of Jobs’.”
It’s in a very preliminary research stage with no identified supply or market and the odds of it proceeding appear slim, hope and prayer. Mr. Black’s financing through the ‘Oppenheimer Investments Group’ appears mysterious, and since it’s being used as an election issue, demands transparency. The NDP indicate it’s another desperate Liberal PR stunt that Rich Coleman is being willingly duped in promising jobs by promoting this. It appears the BC Liberals are grasping at straws trying to get some traction for the election. Roland Seguin Langley, BC
Catch and release works Editor: In the past few weeks, a number of letters to the editor have exaggerated the mortality of fish caught and released. The fact is that if properly done, most fish caught and released by anglers survive. That steelhead certainly survive was proven to me by Mike Whelpley and crew who one fall in the ‘80s released more than a dozen fish after inserting radio tags the size of a man’s finger. Mike tracked those fish all winter until they spawned the following spring. Mortality rates for released fish have been studied for years. A review of 118 studies by the Ontario Natural Resources Ministry found an average mortality rate of 16 per cent for a number of species caught using a variety of angling methods including barbed hooks, bait, fly, etc. In Idaho, a study on lake fishing found 20 per cent mortality for released rainbows. Warm water and the wrong kind of net (removed protective fish slime) contributed to this high rate. Studies have found that deep throat and gill
hooked fish had high mortalities so think about the type of gear you use and consider not using it if it results in this kind of hooking. Studies done on river trout in the northwest U.S. found three per cent mortality in barbless fly or lure angling. Five percent was the figure for released salmon on the Dee River in Scotland. In Norway, the Animal Welfare Society found a mortality rate of zero to six percent in rivers. Study after study shows that if released properly, fish survive, especially those in our cold water rivers. To ensure the best results, play your fish rapidly, keep it in the water, and if deeply hooked, cut your leader, leaving the hook in place (it will eventually fall out). Catch and release is widely accepted by B.C. anglers. The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC states that, from a survey done in 2005, anglers in B.C. released 74 per cent of the 8,000,000 fish they caught. Doug Webb, Terrace, B.C.
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s he climbs aboard the large bulk carrier anchored just off Lucy Island in Prince Rupert’s outer harbour, Steve Robin visually inspects the hull and deck of the vessel. He’s looking for any signs that the ship may be posing risks to the marine environment. It’s one of his regular duties as Supervisor of Marine Operations with the Prince Rupert Port Authority. Random ship inspections are one of the programs in place to better understand and monitor the impact of operations within the Port of Prince Rupert. Over the last three years, Steve has boarded over one hundred of the commercial vessels that called on Prince Rupert. The work he does is complementary to Transport Canada’s Inspection and Operations Standards division, which targets a percentage of ships at all major ports and conducts inspections through its Marine Safety Branch. These inspections are extremely thorough and can take as long as six hours to complete. PRPA’s boarding and inspections are less intensive than Transport Canada’s. They ensure that a ship is complying with the port’s practices and procedures and is not at risk of polluting the harbour. Once aboard a vessel, Steve begins an inspection by sitting down with the ship’s Chief Officer and Captain. They review documents that include ballast water management reports, air pollution prevention certificates and sewage plant certificates. He then presents a “welcome package” containing relevant practices and procedures. The package also includes information about where crew members can go for shore leave, standby radio channels, and emergency contacts. This is followed by a physical inspection inside the ship to ensure the incinerators are off and not burning anything while in port. It concludes with a visual check of the outside decks to determine there isn’t any garbage or waste that could contaminate the environment. This can be anything from organic matter that marine life could ingest to pollutants that could wash off into the ocean with rainfall. Another important part of Steve’s inspection is meeting with a ship’s Chief Engineer. They visit the engine control room and ensure the engine discharge pumps are sealed and locked and that the bilge pumps are clean. Steve also collects copies of bunker receipts that document where a ship acquired its fuel. These receipts give insight into the sulphur content of its fuel, which varies throughout the world. The type of fuel a vessel is burning can be used to calculate the average emissions for ships using Prince Rupert’s gateway. It helps the Port Authority prepare initiatives to further reduce the environmental impact of operations. “Part of being a leader in marine safety and environmental stewardship is going above and beyond what is required,” said Gary Paulson, Harbour Master for the Prince Rupert Port Authority. “Our vessel inspection program gives us firsthand accounts and records of compliance for a significant number of the foreign vessels in our harbour. This is the kind of initiative that we hope gives the community even more comfort and confidence in the safety and security of the traffic in our own backyard.” Re:port is a collaborative promotional venture by the Prince Rupert Port Authority and The Northern View.
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This is why we relay... St. Paul’s Lutheran Church BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
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It is difficult in this day and age to find a family that hasn’t been impacted by cancer. The members of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Relay for Life team know this only too well. Cancer has hit not only their relatives, but the members of the church family as well. In fact, among the team members gathered in the basement of the church following service on April 13 are four who have beaten cancer. Some, like Tero Paavola, have been cancer free for 35 years while others, like June Adams, are celebrating six months cancer free. “I started because a number of people, including my father and my friend Lori, have had that connection with cancer. As years go by, your reasons for being involved come and go. In the past I’ve been a supporter, and this year I will be back on the track as a survivor so that takes on a new meaning... As a survivor I am looking forward to it because it is important to have that support. It is so nice to see people out there walking for this cause,” said an emotional Adams. “I am a 12-year survivor and I am touched that so many have started being involved in the Relay for Life for me. I think it is great as a church to be out there for people to see we support each other and others who have been affected by cancer,” said Lori Wilson, whose name was brought up frequently when asked why the members relay year after year. For other survivors the Relay for Life shows not only how committed people are to finding a cure for cancer, but that others have shared their experience. “The most I get out of it is to see how many survivors there are in the yellow shirts. I have seen people I’ve known for years who I didn’t know were survivors.
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St. Paul’s Lutheran Church team members, from left, Oliver Senum, Sheila Seidemann, James Nelson, Sarah Whaley, June Adams, Sharon Paavola, Erin Seidemann, Tero Paavola, Morris Kaarda, Sarah Aasheim, Jay Ritson-Rogers, Lori Wilson, Sherri Ritson-Rogers.
It puts more meaning into the Relay for Life and makes you feel like you’re not alone,” said Oliver Senum, who has been cancer free for four years but whose father passed away from prostate cancer. For those who have been fortunate enough not to have to battle the disease head-on, seeing how deadly cancer is provides more than enough motivation to take to the track. “I started because I wanted to support people who have had cancer. We have several in our congregation, but I also wanted to support everyone who has been affected... I think every family has been touched by cancer,” said Sheila Seidemann, who played a key role in organizing the first team and has seen support for the relay grow. Some on the team have been doing the Relay for Life year-in and yearout through wind and rain, like Erin Seidemann who will once again walk all 12 hours of the Relay for Life, while other members will be making their first
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April 17, 2013 • Northern View • A7
Metlakatla concerned about expansion
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A new sign leading people to the community centre, community school and district offices was erected in Port Edward on April 9.
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City upset with Enbridge The City will be writing to Enbridge’s Northern Gateway Project stating the City was dismayed to learn the company had not consulted any mariners from Prince Rupert or surrounding communities regarding the topic of safety and navigation. Thorkelson spoke at the safety and navigation round of the Joint Review Panel, and was concerned that Northern Gateway hadn’t approached any Prince Rupert and surrounding community mariners, First Nations people who travel by vessel or any representatives from First Nations ferry systems. Northern Gateway Project representatives only talked to coast pilots, Thorkelson said. “They should be ashamed of themselves,” she said. MARINE LABORATORY FOR RUPERT? Mayor Jack Mussallem asked council to consider funding a marine laboratory and the
staff for it as a priority community project. Mussallem said the idea was triggered by corporate entities considering Prince Rupert as a location for their shipping terminuses who have been inquiring about community projects. Mussallem said the laboratory would help reestablish the shellfish industry in Prince Rupert and support its growth by allowing testing of shellfish year-round, so when testing is positive harvesting could continue. SUNDAY BUS SERVICE A total of 60 people were involved with a meeting on social service work in Prince Rupert. Councillor Nelson Kinney, who attended the meeting along with councillor Gina Garon, noted the biggest request from people in attendance was to have buses running on Sundays, a topic Kinney has been looking into for about six months. -Martina Perry
Metlakatla chief councillor Harold Leighton said his Nation has concerns about Prince Rupert’s plans to expand its municipal boundary. Part of the City’s expansion plans include land on the Tsimshian Peninsula, just outside of Metlakatla’s borders. Leighton said the band just received the information and is reviewing it internally, but some of the plan set off flags right away. “It falls within the core of our traditional lands. We’re in negotiations for a treaty with the Government of Canada and the province, and the land the City is trying to claim falls within the lands being discussed as part of a treaty,” he said. “These lands are very important for Metlakatla in terms of archaeology and culture. They are also important as some have
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April 17, 2013 • Northern View • A9
Credit union reflects on a year of hope and challenge Net earnings drop from 2011 BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
Northern Savings Credit Union finished last year with $57 million less in cash and cash equivalents and lower net earnings than 2011. However, the drop from $79.32 million to $22.43 million was part of a business review that determined the institution had way more money on hand than was needed due to commercial and wholesale deposits from operations outside of the northwest. “In manufacturing terms, you have inventory that you use to create something. We have deposits, and we use those deposits to manufacture loans... If we have too much inventory on hand, then we face additional expenses because of that,” explained president and CEO Ken Doleman, noting that wholesale deposits were flat during the year while member deposits were up. “Our retail branches saw growth in deposits of 8.5 per cent and that is very exciting. It is a good harbinger of things to come.” The credit union also saw loans increase year-over-year by 2.73 per cent, jumping from $656,981 to $674,900. While the majority of that comes from mortgage and investment
“We are in a strong and stable capital position going forward.” - Ken Doleman operations, Doleman said that sector was flat last year while retail loans grew. In terms of capital and member equity, Northern Savings increased from $36 million last year to $38 million. Doleman said that was a good sign given the current environment. “We’re on the cusp of a number of exciting things.... That being said, in 2012 we did experience slow economic recovery that is starting to pick up as we enter 2013,” he said, noting the global economy is still recovering from bottoming out in 2010. “Our net earnings were $1.9 million in 2012. Given the economic environment, the size of the organization and the compressed interest rates, it was a very solid performance in 2012... We are in a strong and stable capital position going
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Northern Savings Credit Union CEO Ken Doleman addresses members during the April 10 AGM.
forward with room for growth in the northwest.” As well as hiring Doleman, 2012 saw the credit union introduce online banking for small business and a fee-free chequing account for students. In 2013, the credit union will be developing a five-
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Pacific Northwest LNG enters EA phase BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency has commenced a federal environmental assessment for the proposed Pacific Northwest LNG project. The Agency invites the public to comment on which aspects of the environment may be affected by this project and what should be examined during the environmental assessment. “We are now in that phase of a Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency assement whereby the federal “terms of reference” for the CEAA environmental assessment will be finalized in consultation with First Nations, stakeholders and the public. The ‘scope’ of the assessment will be finalized and then we can go about our work preparing the environmental impact statement,” explained Pacific Northwest LNG president Greg Kist, who said this is a significant milestone for the project. The document can be viewed at the District of Port Edward offices, the Prince Rupert Port Authority office or the Prince Rupert Library. The company is planning further community engagement when it comes to the project as the environmental assessment advances. “We are already engaged with First Nations within the scope of the CEAA assessment and are actively engaged with the community, local government and other parties. We will continue to communicate and plan a second suite of Open Houses in the area in the coming months,” said Kist.
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The graduating students of Charles Hays Secondary School beat the Grade 9-11 team by a final score of 3-2 in the annual Grad Hockey Game on Thursday evening.
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Ravens players and coaches gather at the end of a mini-tournament held in Prince Rupert that included competitors from neighbouring Terrace.
The Prince Rupert Ravens wrapped up their inaugural season this past week. The team practised once a week at the Civic Centre starting in January. In March, the Ravens traveled to Terrace to take on the Terrace team and then hosted Terrace in Rupert for a mini-tournament. The Ravens came out on top in all their meetings with Terrace. Many of the team’s fans came out to the tournament in town and organizers are
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hopeful next season there will be more teams from the North. The next closest Special Olympics team in the North is in Prince George. The team also invited the RCMP out to play and mixed up the players for a fun game. Basketball will soon be an official sport in the Special Oylmpics. Coaches for all sports are always welcome. Contact Rudy Kelly or Kristin Webster at kwebster@specialolympics.bc.ca if you are interested in volunteering.
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Rupert children bring Snow White to the stage SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
Performers in the Missoula Children’s Theatre presentation of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs prove that a lot can be done in a week. Auditions for the play were held on April 8, and on April 13 the youth took to the stage for two performances at the Lester Centre of the Arts. The students didn’t miss a beat as they told the story of Snow White (played by Grace Stewart) and the lengths the evil queen (played by Kelsey Casavant) would go to become the fairest in the land. When Snow White’s father the king (Corbin Parnell), who can only say the opposite of what he means following the death of his first wife, brings in an evil queen and her henchmen (Johnathon Lundman and Crystal Vallee), the fun stops for the woodland creatures and Witless the Woodsman (Chelsea Rudisill). Told by her mirror (Amber Linquist) that Snow White is indeed
fairer, Witless leads Snow White into the woods where she comes across seven dwarfs (Laura Urbanowski, Aoiffe Carberry, Shade Arendt, Jillian Lepisto, Natalia Cunha, Aaliyah Mahboubi and Jordyn Carter) with names like Whiney, Humpty, Dumpty, Tambourise, Doc Spectacles and more. Snow White is tricked into combing her hair with the comb of eternal sleep only to be awakened, in an interactive audience moment, when the whole crowd cross their fingers, cross their toes, wiggle their nose and plead with Snow White to awaken. The queen returns with a poison apple and is awakened when Fernando Frog (Jeremy Angus) is turned into a prince and kisses her awake. The king, struck straight with the sight of his sleeping daughter, banishes the queen to the delight of the dancing creatures. While the focus is on the stage, Lester Centre general manager Crystal Lorette said the Missoula program is about more than the performance.
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The seven dwarfs (Laura Urbanowski, Aoiffe Carberry, Shade Arendt, Jilliam Lepisto, Natalia Cunha, Aaliyah Mahboubi and Jordyn Carter) stand over Snow White (Grace Stewart) after the queen put her to sleep.
“Participating teaches kids more than acting. Boys and girls are equal, the disabled become abled, the shy become social and the kids learn is that they need
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Dan Abbott and Randy Friesen of Abfam Enterprises Ltd are joined by are joined by Northern Savings Credit Union commercial accounts manager Barry Pages and Old Massett chief Ken Rae as the mill prepares to ramp up production.
New jobs in Port Clements as Old Massett partners with Abfam Plans to modernize mill would add a second shift BY SHAUN THOMAS HAIDA GWAII / The Northern View
Dozens of new jobs are being created in Port Clements as the Abfam saw mill ramps up production. On April 10 Abfam finalized an agreement with the Village of Old Massett to create a joint venture called Haida Forest Products and are now working to finalize an agreement on a timber supply source with Taan Forest Products. The plan is to bring the crew on board and start increased production at the mill this Friday. “We’ve been operating at about 20 per cent capacity for the past 20 years, and now we want to move closer to capacity... Once the mill is up and we’ve had a chance to modernize it, we may look at adding a second shift,” explained Jim Abbott of Abfam, noting there will be approximately 30 new jobs created in the first phase of revitalizing the mill. “The whole of the island has been losing jobs, and we’re hoping this will start to change that.” The joint venture has been in the works for more than a year, but Old Massett chief councillor Ken Rae said the mill has been on their radar for a while. “We’re pretty excited. Village council has been trying to acquire the mill for many, many years. A recent opportunity presented itself and that is the wood supply controlled by HaiCo and the Council of the Haida Nation. Having that wood supply, we can take it, put it into the mill and put some of our guys into work,” he said, adding the initial plan was to finance the mill and the needed upgrades.
“Village council has been trying to acquire that mill for many, many years.” - Ken Rae “We simplified our plan and decided to keep the mill as it is, do what we have to do and get our guys back to work and then reinvest to modernize it... The more we modernize, going forward, it makes a better case for the mill.” Port Clements mayor Wally Cheer said he’s excited to see the mill up and running after being essentially shut down for some time. “We hope it is successful enough and generates enough revenue to upgrade the mill because it is quite old,” he said, noting the logging industry in town is fairly busy and contractors are still looking for workers. “We believe that having the mill running will help support the viability of our community in the future.” Financing for the project was secured through Northern Savings Credit Union. “Northern Savings Credit Union worked diligently to create a workable package that was accepted by all parties and we are grateful for their assistance in making this venture come to fruition,” said Rea.
The Provincial Government has decided to wait until March 31, 2014 before making a decision on cutbacks to BC Ferries routes around the province, including service to Skidegate. This is great news for those on the islands who depend on the ferry, with the government previously expecting cuts to be seen after the May election. The decision came after the Ministry of Transportation and Highways held consultation meetings in 30 communities last fall and decided more time was needed before a decision could be made. “The consultation summary is a very detailed report. We’ll be taking time to review it and to consider the feedback before making decisions about next steps. We have also committed to having further consultations with affected communities prior to making any specific service reductions,” Kate Trotter, public affair officer for the Ministry of Transportation, said. Many of the people surveyed during the consultation process stated routes are part of the province’s highway system so service cuts shouldn’t be one of the cost-savings measures, and if fees weren’t so high ferry ridership would go up. These points were brought up by individuals during the consultation meeting held in Queen Charlotte in November. “Would we consider closing a highway that existed in the Interior? Would we consider removing a bridge because it costs too much? Would we consider snow removal only for every second storm? I don’t think we would, and the point that we keep driving home is that this is our highway,” Mark Salzl said. “We on Haida Gwaii have been paying toll on our marine highway ever since it was initiated, and the tolls are getting more and more, and surprise, surprise, the ridership is getting less and less,” Elizabeth Condrotte said. In the mean time, the Province has provided $1.7 million to BC Ferries to offset the foregone savings of not making further cuts. The Province will provide more than $180 million to BC Ferries this year. North Coast MLA Gary Coons said the announcement is good news, however for the past decade BC Ferries has been a “rudderless ship” without a longterm vision.
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Carolyn Schooner, Queen Charlotte Islands Hospital Physician; Carol Kulesha, Village of Queen Charlotte Mayor; Mary Polak, MLA Langley; and Jane Lindstrom, Northern Health Vice President Human Resources and Corporate Services for Northern Health, stand at the site of the new hospital.
Full steam ahead for hospital By Shaun Thomas HAIDA GWAII / The Northern View
Work on the replacement of the hospital in Queen Charlotte is moving full steam ahead, director of development services with Northern Health Peter Kallof said. “We did a Request for Qualifications and received 10 submissions. We narrowed that down to three and issued Requests for Proposals in December. We have conducted four meetings with each group since then, and we are to receive their design proposals on April 25,” he explained, noting Northern Health will be reviewing the designs over the next month to ensure they all meet the requirement to house all services in one building. “If all three have qualified, we will invite them to submit a financial proposal on June 7. The lowest bidder wins at that point.”
Kallof expects construction to begin on the site in late July or early August, but before that happens the current hospital will have to be torn down and Naikoon Contracting of Vancouver will have to complete site preparation, including road access. With the current building being torn down, work is underway by Vector Projects to renovate space in the “city centre” building to accommodate a clinic until the hospital is complete. “We expect to move into that space on August 8 of this year,” said Kallof. Such a major project will bring a bit of an economic boom to the community, with people interested in being part of the project encouraged to visit the Misty Isles Economic Development Society website at www.mieds.ca. “Everyone is excited. We have had the three companies come independently, and they’re looking at lodging, food services and workers for the project,” said Kallof.
MLA: Plan needed for ferries “This is another sign that this Liberal government has never had a plan with BC Ferries. They continue to duck and cover,” Coons said. “Before we look at any cutbacks to services to any route, we’ve got to sit down and basically do a forensic audit of BC Ferries, and look at the inefficiencies where we can save money... And move forward on that and move forward with the longterm vision.” Coons said with seaplane flights to Haida Gwaii being cutback, any ferry cutbacks would have a serious impact on people on the islands. “There’s a responsibility from both the provincial government and federal government through the subsidies they put into BC Ferries to ensure there’s reliable, affordable and safe transportation and it’s treated as part of the highway network. What we’ve seen over the last 10 or 12 years under this government is a ripping up of the social economic contract that we’ve had with communities, like those on Haida Gwaii,” he said. At this time, whether or not Haida Gwaii sees its ferry service cutback is left to be seen. “We are not prepared to speculate on what cuts are likely. There will be further discussions with affected communities prior to implementing specific cuts,” Trotter said. The Ministry cutback services on major routes last year, which resulted in savings
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Preventative maintenance adds years to vehicle life Many motorists bemoan the myriad costs associated with owning a vehicle. Any vehicle owner knows, that sticker price is only the beginning. The cost of maintaining a vehicle and keeping it on the road is not exactly small potatoes. As the economy begins to rebound, a significant percentage of motorists have resolved to keep their vehicles on the road longer in an effort to stretch their automobile dollars. That’s a sound resolution, and one that is not necessarily difficult to accomplish. Contrary to popular belief, cars are built to last, and it’s often a vehicle owner’s poor habits that reduce a car’s life expectancy as opposed to the vehicle manufacturer’s shoddy product. Drivers looking to lengthen their vehicle’s lifespan can employ preventive maintenance that should keep a car running strong for years to come. Air Filter When examining the vehicle’s air filter (check the vehicle manual for location), look for dirt or dust buildup. If the filter is filthy, simply replace it. Auto parts stores sell air filters, and most drivers shouldn’t have trouble replacing a filter by themselves. A dirty air filter can negatively effect fuel economy and make it seem as though a vehicle is constantly going uphill in a stiff wind. When a dirty air filter is replaced, drivers will notice an instant impact in how the car drives
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The return of warm weather marks the return of road trips for millions of motorists across the country. Whether going to the beach or heading off to parts unknown, hitting the open road with the windows down is a time-honored tradition for drivers of all ages. But such road trips can prove disastrous if drivers don’t take the right steps to prepare their vehicles for spring and summer travel. The following are a few ways motorists can ensure their car is ready to tackle the open road. * Tighten things up. Loose parts, such as exhaust clamps, license plates, and interior trim panels, can create rattles and cause parts to get damaged or fall off. What’s more, rattling sounds can be a noisy nuisance for drivers and passengers alike. * Wash your car. A newly washed car not only looks good, but it’s often much safer as well. Take your car to a car wash a few days before the trip and have the vehicle thoroughly cleaned. A thorough cleaning will remove dirt and grime from the vehicle’s undercarriage, not to mention unsightly bird droppings and water spots or salt stains leftover from winter. * Fix foggy headlight lenses. Many spring and summer road trippers travel at night so their days can be spent
soaking up some sun at the beach or lake. Before heading off for parts unknown, motorists should inspect their headlight lenses to reduce risk of accident. If the lenses are yellowed and foggy, that’s likely because salt, ozone and road debris has dulled them to a point where vision can be impaired, placing drivers and their passengers at risk. But foggy lenses don’t mandate an expensive headlight replacement. * Check the battery. Over time, battery terminals and cables will start to corrode. Such corrosion will eventually eat away at the battery’s parts, creating a bad connection that sooner or later will require the battery be replaced. Check the battery before your trip and remember to clean the battery periodically as part of routine vehicle maintenance. * Address windshield nicks and bullseyes. Nicks and chips in the windshields are a common problem regardless of the season. But such damage is most prevalent in the winter because of the extra debris that’s on the road. These nicks and cracks need to get fixed as soon as possible to prevent them from spreading and resulting in the need for a windshield replacement. Oftentimes, motorists can address nicks and bullseyes in their own driveways in a matter of minutes.
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Vehicle myths revealed The following are some of the most common myths and misconceptions about vehicles. Myth 1: Higher octane fuel causes all cars to run better. Fuels are rated according to how they prevent detonation in the engine. Higher performance engines generally have higher compression ratios and are more prone to detonation. They require high-octane fuel to prevent this. Other engines have different compression rates and usually require a lower-octane fuel. Unless a driver hears engine pinging or knocking, switching to a higher octane will not improve performance due to the engine design. Drivers can save their money and stick with “regular.” Myth 2: Idling uses less gas than restarting the engine. Drivers don’t have to sit idling, wasting gas and contributing to added emissions. Restarting a warm engine does not use more fuel than idling a car. Myth 3: All wheel drive (AWD) makes a vehicle invincible in inclement weather. AWD can provide some added traction going up a snowy hill or coming out of a turn on a rainslicked surface, but it doesn’t
make a vehicle invincible. AWD will do little to help a driver avoid road hazards or grip the pavement in corners. Tires, suspension and driver skill are essential as well. Myth 4: Side mirrors are properly adjusted when a driver can see the side of the car in each. In fact, they are improperly adjusted if the sides of the car can be viewed. Moving out the mirrors just a bit more reduces the need to look over a shoulder to check for blind spots, which takes a driver’s eyes off the road. Myth 5: All-season tires offer more traction in the rainy seasons. Unless a person lives in a locale with conisderable snowfall, it’s best to avoid all-season tires. A standard tire has more grip, both wet and dry, than an equivalent all-season tire. Myth 6: Antilock braking systems were designed to create shorter stopping distances. ABS actually was created to enable a driver to steer out of danger and not spin out while braking. Shorter stopping distances may occur, but they’re a side effect of the system’s design.
Car enthusiasts will tell you that one of the best ways to maintain that new car look is to keep up with a frequent washing schedule. Removing road grime and other plagues of automotive paint on a routine basis keeps a car looking its best. There are some rules of the road when maintaining the exterior of a vehicle to ensure the finish remains in pristine condition. Keep in mind these dos and don’ts. DO use products specifically designed for automobiles. Household cleansers may be good at removing dirt, but they may also strip off the protective wax on the car. DON’T wash the car while it is hot, after it’s been sitting out in the sun a while or directly after it’s been driven. The warmth can cause the water and soap to dry faster, leaving unsightly deposits. DO wash off dead insects, road salt, mud, etc., as soon as possible. Otherwise these substances may stick to the paint and cause erosion. DON’T assume the rain will clean the car. In areas with acid rain, it’s actually essential to rinse a vehicle off after it rains to prevent damage. DO move the sponge lengthwise along the vehicle. Swirling the sponge may cause tiny scratches.
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Picking the right place to have your oil changed Dealership There are certain reasons a person may want to go to a dealership to have an oil change. It is typical of dealer service stations to train their mechanics in the specific design of the automobiles they are servicing. That means they’ll have first-hand knowledge and be familiar with the design of the engine and the characteristics of the make and model of the car better than anyone else. This can give drivers peace of mind that they are getting the right parts and that the service work is being done in accordance with their service warranty. Some dealerships also offer service
plans that discount the cost of oil changes if done at the dealer service station. This service package might even be part of a finance deal, so the cost of the oil changes could already be paid for. The oil changes may be done in conjunction with other service work, including tire rotation. Third-party station One of the main advantages to using a private lube-type company is that they are usually less expensive than services provided by a dealership. Quick lube stations typically have access to manufacturers’ data to ensure the correct type of oil and filter are used.
Larger companies may have an extensive training program that goes over the latest technology and the models of cars. Another benefit to a lube station is that an appointment is not always necessary, which may not be the case with a dealership. With a number of service bays and substantial staff on hand, there also could be a shorter wait time, which is a boon to busy individuals. Self-service Doing an oil change at home is obviously the most cost-effective option. But it’s the most labor-intensive as well. You also will need to have specific tools for the job, as well as five to six quarts of
motor oil on hand. Jacking up the car to have access to the underside of the engine will be necessary so that you can reach the engine pan plug to drain the old oil. Wrenches as well as buckets to drain the oil are other tools to keep on hand. Used motor oil is not something that can simply be tossed in the trash or poured down a drain. It must be carefully contained and recycled to avoid harming the environment. Because of the work involved in an oil change at home, many people opt to have it done elsewhere. Remember, while there are many places that are qualified, it’s up to the driver to decide where to go.
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Simple tips to get the most from your gas tank The economy might be slowly recovering, but saving money is still foremost on the minds of many people. Men and women have looked to save money in a variety of ways, including at the gas pump. While there’s little drvivers can do to reduce the cost of a gallon of gas, there are ways they can make the gas last a little longer. Improving fuel economy is nothing new to many motorists, but some might still be surprised at the myriad ways they can get more bang for their buck with regards to fuel costs. * Don’t break the law. Obeying the speed limit might save your life, and it can also save you money. Typically, fuel economy decreases rapidly as a car reaches and surpasses 96 kilometres per hour. Going faster means spending more money on fuel as you drive * Empty the trunk. Though it might be more convenient to keep your golf clubs in the trunk of your car, extra and unnecessary cargo in a vehicle’s trunk drastically reduces fuel economy. An extra 100 pounds in a vehicle can mileage by as much as two per cent, so keep a trunk free of items that aren’t absolutely necessary. * Stop idling. Many people let their car idle for several minutes on cold
mornings. But today’s newer vehicles don’t really need to idle to warm up, and idling can be very taxing on fuel economy. Depending on the size of the car, idling can use between a quarter to a half gallon of fuel per hour. If you still insist on letting the vehicle idle, a few seconds of idling should be enough to warm the engine up. * Embrace cruise control on long drives without lots of stopping and starting. Maintaining a constant speed, which a vehicle does when drivers utilize cruise control, can help save fuel, as it’s less taxing on an engine to continue at one speed then it is to constantly switch back and forth between high and low speeds. * Inflate the tires. Poorly inflated tires lower gas mileage and also pose a safety hazard. The DOE notes that properly inflated tires can improve gas mileage by as much as 3 percent. Ideal tire pressure is different for each vehicle, so check your vehicle’s owner’s manual for recommended tire pressure. Some vehicle manufacturers also include the recommended tire pressure on the vehicle itself, be it in the driver’s side door jamb or in the vehicle’s glove compartment. Tire pressure printed on the tire’s sidewall might not be the ideal tire inflation for your particular vehicle, so always adhere to the manufacturer’s recommendation
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instead. * Drive the car you need, not the car you want. Drivers who truly need to save money at the pump should consider the type of vehicle they’re driving, and whether it’s the car they need or the car they want. For instance, office workers who own a pickup truck
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SALE 1 April 20, 2013 Saturday @ 10:00 am. Francois Lake Hall, Francois Lake, B.C. South of Burns Lake @ Intersection of Hwy 35 south & Colleymount Road. ANTIQUES: The sale will have some of the nicest antique furnishings ever offered by us at auction. We have a beautiful selection of large antique furnishings such as: Tables, sete, couch, sideboards, piano stool w/ bear claw feet, end tables, side tables, curio cabinets, grandfather clock, buffet, bedroom suites, dining room suites, marble top satin wood wash stand, antique oak table 6 chairs, buffet & hutch suite, misc. antique dining room chairs and other occasional chairs. This sale will have a beautiful selection of Victorian & Eastlake antiques and other beautiful antique Oak & Mahogany furnishings. ANTIQUE HORSE GEAR: There is a very large selection of antique horse gear that includes sleigh bells, spreaders, scotch tops, bridles, and hames etc. NATIVE & TRADITIONAL ART: Nice selection of native art including hides, drums, face masks, leather art & clothing, moccasins, paddles (exact items will be posted on the website). HOUSE HOLD & MISC COLLECTABLEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: Very large selection of hockey, baseball & football cards, clocks, lamps, candelabraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, brass, pewter, wrought iron collectableâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, plate ware, glassware, china & vases, sword, coal oil lamps, very old antique leather horse collectable, violin, banjo. Sale will include a few modern furnishings, deep freeze, fridge & furnishings. ANTIQUE TOOLS & MISC: Antique tools, antique survey transit, large antique brass gold scale in glass cabinet, antique bamboo fly rod. This Sale has a large & excellent selection of antiques & collectableâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. This is a partial listing, so look for future advertising as there are more items & consignments to come. Please view website for pictures of exact items and a list of all of our scheduled auctions. Consignments welcome! If you would like to consign any items contact Mikes Auction. Condition of Sale. Terms: Cash & cheque with identification, sorry no credit cards. Items are as is condition ~ not responsible for accidents. There will be a concession on Site. SALE 2 INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT & TOOL AUCTION May 25, 2013 Saturday @ 10:00 am. Topley Garage, Topley, B.C. Intersection of Hwy 16 & Hwy 118 to Granisle. SALE 3 ANTIQUES, FURNISHINGS & COLLECTIBLES AUCTION June 8th, Saturday @ 10:00 am. George Dawson Motor Inn, Banquet Room, Dawson Creek, B.C. Any question Please Contact: Mike Steinebach
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Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 10 a.m. Decker Lake Hall. Large selection of good furniture. Large dining room set, patio furniture, antiques & collectableâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Limited edition prints. Large commercial freezer. Snowblower, tools, tack, vehicles and equipment.
For more information: Richie at (250) 698-7377 or (250) 698-7351 Watch future papers for more details.
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PR: 1 bdrm, 1 bath character home for rent. Close to dwntwn. $850/mo incl util. Ref. req. N/S. Call 250-624-5241
CLIFFSIDE APARTMENTS 1123-1137 Borden Street Adult-oriented. Quiet location with harbour view. Heat and hot water included. Minutes walking to downtown and hospital. References required. 1, 2, or 3 bedroom suites. Some furnished. Prince Rupert
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PR: 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 1200 sq. ft. house, completely renovated. $995/mo plus utilities. Avail. Mid-May or June 1st. Tel 604-781-9110 or davesnell@shaw.ca PR: Furnished 3 Bedrooms. Starting At $895 Per Room. All-Inclusive. Contractors Welcome. Available May lst. Call Cynthia 250-624-9742 PR: Seven bdrm, 2 bath home located in dwntwn area. N/S. Ref. req. Avail Apr. 1. $1200/mo. Call Randall North 250-627-1414 to view.
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Townhouses PINE CREST 3 Bdrm. 2 Level T/H 1 ½ bath No pets Call Jenn 622-4304 PR: 3 bdrm townhouse for rent in quiet complex. Recently renovated, Located near Civic Centre/Pool. N/S, N/P. $950/mo. Hydro not incl. Avail. May 1st. Call 250-628-9433
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