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Holding out hope for lost lover Knight’s girlfriend pushing on

Relay for Life hits fundraising record Page A7

BY JACKIE LIEUWEN PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

“When he told me he loved me that day, it wasn’t a goodbye.”

Feature Heart of our city: Joe Paolinelli Page A11

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The Lake Babine Nation Drum and Dance Group perform Saturday morning at the Prince Rupert Salmon Festival at the Jim Ciccone Civic Centre to celebrate the arrival of the first salmon.

Sports Soccer selects shine in Kamloops Page A13

Teacher lockouts begin as negotiations fail Extracurricular activities expected to be cancelled BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

Haida Gwaii Ferry cuts being felt around Masset Page B1

The amount of time teachers on the North Coast and around B.C. will be allowed to spend in school is being cut as the B.C. Public School Employers Association (BCPSEA) begins lockouts. Teachers in Prince Rupert and Haida Gwaii, who participated in rotating strikes yesterday, will not be permitted in schools until 45 minutes before the start of classes and will need to leave within 45 minutes of the final bell ringing and are being locked out during the lunch hour. BCPSEA is also cutting teachers’ salaries by 10 per cent.

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While RCMP may no longer be involved in the search for Jonathan Knight, Tina Spence is determined to find d answers about whatt happened to herr boyfriend. “I can’t give up p just because they y are giving up,” said d Spence, the girlfriend d of the man who wentt missing on May 7. “I just want to o - Tina Spence know that he’s safe.” RCMP suspended their search on May 20, believing Knight “may have chosen to live in the wilderness and may not wish to be located”. “If somebody is out in the wilderness and something happens to them, they’ll make clear they want to be found,” said Cpl. Dave Tyreman. See KNIGHT on Page A2

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“For the kids, the parents and everybody, I remain hopeful.” - Sandy Jones “Teacher strike action in the last month has included not attending meetings, not talking with principals and not supervising students outside of class time. This is BCPSEA saying they don’t feel teachers are doing 10 per cent of their work so they are reducing the salary by 10 per cent,” said Prince Rupert School District superintendent Sandy Jones, who said she hopes this is a short-term situation.

“These are big challenges and I know the two parties are very far apart at the table ... but for the kids, the parents and everyone I remain hopeful.” While Jones said extracurricular activities are voluntary by teachers and should not be impacted, Prince Rupert District Teachers Union president Kathy Murphy said that is not the case. “It is tough to volunteer when teachers are being locked out 45 minutes before and after school. To then come back 10 minutes later to volunteer and help with extra curricular activities is difficult,” she said. “This is just a justification to take 10 per cent of the teacher’s wages. They’re locking us out and preventing us from working with and helping the kids.”

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Housing among Disappearance raises questions most affordable BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

When it comes to affordable home ownership in Northern B.C., Prince Rupert is in the middle of the pack. Numbers released by the B.C. Northern Real Estate Board shows 30 per cent of household income goes to finance the cost of home ownership, which includes taxes, utilities, mortgage payments, user fees and insurances. That figure is below the calculated affordability in 100 Mile House — the highest at 47.6 per cent of household income — Prince George, Fort St. John and Smithers, but above the affordability in Quesnel, Mackenzie, Terrace, Williams Lake and Kitimat — the lowest at 21.5 per cent. The affordability in Prince Rupert is largely unchanged from last year and has been fairly consistent since a spike experienced in 2008. While Prince Rupert may be average when it comes to the affordability of home ownership in the north, the region is still one of the most affordable places to live. Approximately 31.9 per cent of household income north of 100 Mile House goes to pay for a house compared to 69.2 per cent for the rest of the province and 84.2 per cent in Vancouver. “This positive difference in affordability has persisted despite double digit increases in sales and prices of single family homes in Northern B.C.,” said the board in a statement.

Knight from Page A1 “They’ll come to the edge of the river, light a fire or leave arrows with logs, but we’re not finding these signs,” said Cpl. Dave Tyreman, adding that indicators show Knight may have wanted to live in the wilderness. Spence, however, does not believe Knight is simply living in the bush. “You don’t leave a two year relationship, desperate for something, to go into the bush. When he told me he loved me that day, it wasn’t a goodbye,” Spence said. “I don’t believe he was experienced enough or knew what he was getting into. I don’t believe he has landed on the other side.” Cpl. Tyreman said they have no indication the boat flipped as it was found upright with a paddle, pump and carrying bag inside. But Spence isn’t so sure. “No one goes into the bush and loses his only means of return. They don’t even think they’re looking for a body. They just assume that he went in somewhere,” she said, adding the boat was found with only one paddle and no personal items inside. “I’m emailing everybody I know, every fishing village from here to Vancouver trying to get his picture out… anybody fishing on the North Coast or mid-coast, please keep an eye

Jonathan Knight’s girlfriend, Tina Spence, said she doesn’t feel certain he made the trip across the Skeena River safely.

out for him.” Although not certain Knight made it across the Skeena, Spence is holding out hope he is still alive somewhere. “If he got hurt trying to get in the boat and got out on this side, he could be anywhere,” she said. Police are considering the trail cold and Tyreman said it comes down to one of two things. “Either somebody is looking for help or they may not want to be found,” he said, asking anyone on the river, the surrounding trails and the community to notify police if Knight is spotted. “We’ve put extensive resources into it

but right now we have no further place to go. It’s like hitting a dead end street. “We’ve suspended the search, but should we receive further information or a sighting ... then we’ll be back into it.” Spence and Knight’s family and friends are seeking information and help. She asks coastal fishers and those on the river to keep an eye out. They also ask that anybody with cabins in that area check for signs that someone has used their cabin, including something left behind like a shirt or a hat. Spence asks that anyone who finds anything related to Knight call her at 250-600-6170.

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Harris: Rupert must prepare now for LNG boom BY JACKIE LIEUWEN PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

Roger Harris says it’s time for Prince Rupert to brace for major changes as LNG investment proposals exceed $50 billion for the area. Harris, representing Harris Palmer Consulting, has advised government, industry and First Nations on LNG, pipelines and other topics. He told those at a Prince Rupert and District Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday that the proposed cluster of plants will draw businesses with component parts into the region as well. “If you have four plants built in Prince Rupert and Kitimat, you’ll become the second largest clustering of LNG plants in the world,” he said, adding it will bring a totally new level of investment in Rupert. “The domino effect here becomes very significant.” Harris said the most important thing is to know these projects are very realistic and are on track to happen. “It’s time to start to think about what happens when you get these plants here,” he said. Harris noted Prince Rupert can learn from the challenges facing Terrace and Kitimat. One of the big issues facing Kitimat right now is the huge influx

“Now is the time to prepare yourself.” - Roger Harris of people straining the infrastructure. Harris said this strain will come to Rupert during the construction phase as the proposed combined camp sizes for this area are in the magnitude of 6,000 to 7,000 people. “You’re talking the population of Rupert coming overnight. It’s a massive change,” Harris said. “What do you do in a town like Kitimat when you’ve got 3,000 people in a camp, which is one third of the population, and they all of a sudden want to go downtown to the Dairy Queen?” Another consideration coming to Rupert is escalating housing and rental costs, which is hitting Terrace now. One member of the audience from Terrace said in six months they went from regular rent and mortgages to basement suits costing $2,500. “That’s a huge problem people are trying to figure out,” he said. Citing concerns about homelessness in the community, North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice asked Harris for advice

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Roger Harris of Harris Palmer Consulting told the Prince Rupert and District Chamber of Commerce to prepare for a booming economy before it is too late.

about preparing for housing challenges. Harris said the key is to provide other options, because housing issues may impact policing, strain infrastructure with overuse and cut affordable rent. He said the solution may sit with higher levels of government. “I’m a big fan of revenue sharing,” he said. “The province has to be there to help with resources ... their plan here is to make a significant amount of revenue off of this. There’s no reason that they

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The time to get ready is now...

f you don’t think a positive final investment decision by Pacific NorthWest LNG at the end of the year will change the face of Prince Rupert forever, you need to give your head a shake. The message of Roger Harris was one that social service providers, businesses and local governments would be fools to ignore or doubt. The message, quite simply, was if you wait for an announcement to begin preparing for the changes it will bring than it is already too late. The proof Prince Rupert needs, and the proof Harris pointed to, rests with our neighbours in Kitimat and Terrace. Like Prince Rupert, both communities have struggled economically Shaun Thomas for the better part of a decade. But both are now booming to the extent that it is difficult to keep up. Housing prices are skyrocketing, tenants are being renovicted from their apartments, rents for basement suites and apartments are simply unattainable for many, small business employees are jumping ship to the greener pastures of industry-related business and new employees for growing businesses are all but impossible to find. Another consideration: Hotel rooms are almost impossible to find in both communities, something having an impact on sporting tournaments. Imagine the impact to Prince Rupert, host of the BC Annual Dance Competition and the All Native Basketball Tournament, if hotels were booked pretty much solid throughout the year... The scary thing about this is that it’s all being driven by the Kitimat Modernization Project, a $3.5 billion undertaking that requires approximately 1,500 direct workers. Should Pacific NorthWest LNG proceed, it is a project estimated to cost about three times as much and require at least twice as many workers during the terminal’s construction phase. People in Prince Rupert, justifiably so, have a mindset of “I’ll believe it when I see it” after being burned by a number of industry projects in the past. But in this case, by the time residents “see it” it will be far too late to adapt to what it means.

Aboriginal education or victim studies?

he B.C. School Trustees’ Association is Do Hansman’s allegations reflect the kind of attitude calling for a mandatory high school course that would lead to truth and reconciliation? Or are they on the history of residential schools set up to signs of another unfortunate legacy, that of the victim assimilate Aboriginal children into European culture. studies mentality that permeates our universities? Trustees propose a 25-hour course required for all Here’s a suggestion for this mandatory course. graduating students, using interviews with residential Students could spend a couple of hours on one of the school survivors, presentations by Aboriginal leaders definitive works of B.C. Aboriginal history, A Stó:lo and discussion of current events. This would build Coast Salish Historical Atlas. A long-term project of the on Aboriginal courses already in offered in B.C. Stól:lo Nation, the atlas has meticulously documented Tom Fletcher schools, and a public education effort that began with chapters on European contact and residential schools, Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s 2008 apology and and others that piece together oral histories and what compensation for Canada’s residential school policy. few written records there are of B.C. First Nations life at the B.C. Teachers’ Federation vice-president Glen Hansman time of European contact. gave a speech on the need for mandatory education to a 2012 A journal kept at Fort Langley from 1827 to 1830 documents teacher conference. He said current Aboriginal culture courses some of the raids between Aboriginal communities on the are poorly attended, and went on to denounce a school system Fraser River and Vancouver Island, corroborating elders’ he said is still based on “colonialism” and a “settler construct”. accounts. During those three years, Cowichan men attacked the “We need to acknowledge that racism is the norm in public Chilliwack Stó:lo community four times. In the same period, the schools – still today,” Hansman said. journal records 30 incidents of inter-community violence, some Is it really? He also claimed that the purpose and legacy of reaching down to present-day Washington state. the residential schools have been “deliberately hidden” from This is the seldom-discussed backdrop for the European school curriculum. settlement of British Columbia, the imposition of British law In lieu of evidence, Hansman recounted old anecdotes of and the later establishment of church-run residential schools. American-style stereotyping from his own schooling in Ontario. None of this is to excuse the forced removal of Aboriginal But mostly he demanded social engineering in schools that must children from their families, the horrendous abuse and neglect of course include more funding, more teacher professional or the multi-generational damage to a culture already weakened development time and an affirmative action program to recruit by waves of smallpox. But glossing over historical context and more Aboriginal teachers. presenting a guilt trip to students would serve no one well.

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May 28, 2014 • Northern View • A5

On the street

Do you think the city is prepared to handle social issues related to a potential influx of residents with industrial development?

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Photo courtesy Prince Rupert Port Authority NEW WAVE OF COMMERCE: An inbound COSCO container ship passes the Rachel Islands in Prince Rupert’s outer harbour, bringing a wealth of manufactured goods from Asia to markets throughout North American.

Letters to the editor

Import container trade A boom or a boondoggle? proved terminal value

Editor: There sure is a lot of excitement in town about the prospect of LNG coming to the North Coast. It promised to bring jobs in construction and operations, but I wonder if it is such a good thing. Don’t get me wrong, I would love for the city to be in a boom environment too. Just look at the places around the world that has had the so-called LNG boom. The LNG companies have pitted country against country to see who gets it. In the process, they have wanted concessions from those countries or have threatened to go somewhere else if they don’t get them. I read in Australia they demanded a onethird concession from the government for the construction costs. Then the construction cost, estimated to be $30 billion, ballooned to $100 billion so the government was on the hook for $33 billion (the original cost and possibly the real cost). Maybe the LNG people got their plant built entirely by government money. Oh, but there’s royalties you say… how many decades will it take to get $33 billion back in royalties? I’m guessing it will be a really long time. Meanwhile, the LNG companies reel in the profits because they had no construction costs because the government paid the cost. Is our government getting sucked into the same deal? Maybe. Why haven’t the plants been started yet? Maybe the B.C. government hasn’t

“The LNG companies have pitted country against country to see who gets it.”

- Joe Marvici signed the deal yet. But if there is so much money in LNG, why do you need concessions? Don’t believe me? The nature of foreign investment in Canada is to get concessions. The Chinese did it with the pulp mill and took the city to the edge of bankruptcy. And what’s going on in Alberta? More oil than ever before coming out of Alberta and the largest deficit in Alberta’s history. I fear we in B.C. are headed down the same road and what do you think gets cut when that happens? Education, health care, ferries and government services of all kinds. But when our politicians make bad decisions these are the things that suffer, not the politicians. Environmental concerns seem to dominate as the biggest detriment to LNG coming, but maybe people should start asking if LNG is going to put us in the poor house as well. Joe Marvici Prince Rupert

Feds plan nauseating Editor: I felt so nauseous after reading the federal Conservatives’ Conservation Plan that I nearly regurgitated my breakfast. Fortunately, my nausea soon turned to temporary laughter with their attempt to make it sound even more incredible by offering a free fact sheet entitled “Conservative Leadership on the Environment.” Anyone who actually believes any of this propaganda really ought to give their heads a shake. Here is a government that has demolished our environmental assessment legislation and is on a roll for removing protection of any species or habitat that stands in the way of pipeline projects. We, as a country, are criticized and ridiculed

“This stomach-churning plan is nothing more than a serious waste of tax dollars.” - Jane Thomsing worldwide ld id for f our dismal di l environmental i l and d conservation performance and this is certainly not going to help improve our record. This stomach-churning plan is nothing more than a serious waste of tax dollars that should come with a mandated health warning before reading it. Jane Thomsing, Port Coquitla

RE:PORT

hen Fairview Terminal was converted from a breakbulk facility to a container terminal in 2007, there was some skepticism among the shipping industry. Why would a small port on Canada’s northwest coast enter a fiercely competitive market at a time when world markets were suffering and other ports were seeing declining container traffic as a result? What those skeptics didn’t consider was the Port of Prince Rupert’s ability to make good on its geographic advantages. Prince Rupert’s geographic proximity to Asia and CN’s Class 1 railroad provided unprecedented time and cost savings in the trans-Pacific trade. For shippers targeting major distribution hubs like Toronto and Chicago, it means a supply chain that is shorter by one to six days compared to other west coast ports. Also, the Port’s purpose-built terminal employed industry-leading technology to give Prince Rupert new strategic advantages in efficiency and reliability, which modern shippers and logistics providers depend on as much as speed. Since its rebirth, Fairview Container Terminal has imported more cargo and containers than it has exported. Each year since 2008, approximately 56% of all container traffic at the terminal has been inbound, and nearly every one of those containers has been stuffed with manufactured products. They are the types of goods North American consumers use in their everyday lives—automobile engines, basketballs, video game consoles, and thousands of other products. With containerized trade accounting for roughly 90% of all non-bulk cargo worldwide, the range of items being transported in shipping containers around the world at any given moment is virtually limitless. The most common products imported through Prince Rupert fall under the category of textiles and accessories, and the majority of those goods come in the form of footwear and clothing. Furniture is also a common cargo, and includes items like sofas and recliners as well as bedroom and patio sets. In third place are automotive and transport products, which include everything from tires, brakes and wiper blades to generators and power transmissions. Building materials and components are the fourth most popular cargo, with items such as flooring, bricks, and lighting fixtures. Coming in at number five are household goods, which include duvets, picture frames, rugs and gardening supplies. Together, these five categories account for more than 70% of the containers imported through Fairview Container Terminal. More than 90% of the inbound container traffic through Prince Rupert originates in China, a country responsible for almost one-third of all container exports worldwide. On the other end of the supply chain are Canada and the United States. The U.S. dominates world consumption for a single nation; it is responsible for more than 17% of global containerized cargo imports. Over the last six years, Fairview Container Terminal has proven to be a leading gateway for many of the high value goods that North Americans depend on. Re:port is a collaborative promotional venture by the Prince Rupert Port Authority and The Northern View.

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What are LNG impacts? BY JACKIE LIEUWEN PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

At Your Service

What will LNG mean for our economy and society? How will it impact the environment? Are concerns about Salmon valid? These are some of the questions that will be addressed by Treaty 8 Chief Liz Logan and Dr. Barb Faggetter at Northwest Community College tomorrow at 6:30 p.m. Chief Logan is speaking about natural gas extraction in her territory and its economic impacts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She knows a lot about resource extraction and the economic issues,â&#x20AC;? said Luanne Roth of the Prince Rupert Environmental Society. Logan is â&#x20AC;&#x153;not against natural gas development, she just has knowledge about it: the good and bad parts,â&#x20AC;? Roth said. The Environmental Society invited Chief Logan because they want to hear from someone living in the Northeast and experiencing the impacts of LNG fracking and

exploration. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the ones being most affected by it. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know yet, we havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had anything here,â&#x20AC;? Roth said. The second speaker is Dr. Barb Faggetter, an expert in Salmon habitat and oceanography. Faggetter was recently funded by the NWCC to review the Pacific Northwest LNG application and how it will impact Lelu Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eelgrass beds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She knows about this particular eelgrass bed,â&#x20AC;? Roth said, adding that there is significant concern about the project and its proposed dredge in Flora Bank. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too big. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the largest dredge in Canadian history that theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re proposing, right alongside the important Lelu Island eelgrass bed.â&#x20AC;? The event is hosted by the Prince Rupert Environmental Society. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our group is not against LNG. We are just worried about this one site and want to learn about LNG,â&#x20AC;? said Roth.

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Prince Rupert Relay for Life posts best year yet BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

Not all the day’s moisture came from the skies on Saturday at the Prince Rupert Middle School track. There were few dry eyes as the time had come for organizers and participants as the Canadian Cancer Society’s 2014 Relay for Life kicked off and each one knew how much a day like this meant. “In terms of building a community, the best thing [one can do] is to be here and support all these people that have been touched by cancer,” said Relay organizer Sheila Seidemann at the school. “The money raised will go to help support the people living with cancer and their families and the concrete [use] of the funds will help the Kordyban in Prince George that last year served 70 Prince Rupertities. The money also goes towards research and we all want a cure and we all want prevention.” Saturday’s event kicked off with the survivor’s walk, which was eventually opened up to both survivors and supporters. The cancer-beaters were fitted in yellow t-shirts while the general entrants wore white. “Without them we couldn’t do this. They’re the ones raising funds and doing pledges and doing bake sales,” said Seidemann, who is participating for a close friend who was diagnosed

with breast cancer in 2001 and has been cancer-free since. More than 230 people and 31 teams took part in the Relay, up from 224 participants and 25 teams from last year. In total, the event raised $73,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society, which beat 2013’s $66,000 figure. “It was our best year ever,” said organizer Cathy Quane. Pink tutus and ribbons were strewn across people’s outfits and the Metlakatla First Nation drummers and dancers performed a piece as the walkers circled the track in the morning. Also included in the day’s festivities were a Zumba demonstration, dragon dancers and speaking engagements by oncologist Judy Rea and cancer survivor Iain Cullen, among others. Seidemann represented St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, one of the top donators for this year’s Relay The team received an award from the Canadian Cancer Society for their dedication to the eradication of cancer and their work to increase prevention. “It’s the community champion award,” said Seidemann. “It’s for fundraising, but it’s not just about fundraising, it’s about team spirit and we sit in our grossly under-decorated tent and we cheer for everyone that goes by,” she said motioning to the elaborate, balloon-fitted tent.

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The Canadian Cancer Society’s 2014 Prince Rupert Relay for Life event brought in $73,000 for cancer research and prevention efforts, totalling their best year ever.

“It’s a small town, we know a lot of people but some we don’t, and we cheer for them anyway. We’ve been a team for a long time.” Other top donors for the event included the groups, “Jazzy Dragons”, “Kicking Every Cancer - Walking for Miracles”, “Epic Squad” and “Ridley Coal Strollers”. To prepare for the event, Seidemann, Quane and the other organizers reached

out to previous attendees via phone and asked them if they’d like to take part in this year’s event. “Just to make that personal connection that email doesn’t do, and word of mouth is just incredible. I want to thank all of the volunteers,” said Seidemann. “They’re here for the day and they’ve said ‘do with me what you will’, which is great. We couldn’t do it without them,” she added.

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LNG developers forge alliance BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

As the eyes of the LNG world turn to the Northwest, four of the largest liquefied natural gas proponents have come together to push for the export of B.C. gas to Asia. The B.C. LNG Developers Alliance, formed earlier this month, includes Lelu Island terminal developers Pacific NorthWest LNG, Ridley Island LNG developers the BG Group, Shell-led LNG Canada and Chevron-led Kitimat LNG. Rod Maier, manager of external communications with Chevron Canada for LNG Canada, said the alliance is still very much in its infancy. “We have been having discussions and have created a framework for the alliance ... we are still working out the details around governance and hiring staff, so we have not gone live yet,” he said, noting a launch will happen once staff is in place. “Ideally the association would have been in place last year, but the launch will probably be in the coming months.” Although discussions continue, Maier said the alliance was undertaken to promote collaboration in areas of common interest. As well, the alliance plans to create a program to create more awareness of the industry. “Increasing education about our industry is a key component, along with establishing common best practices and goals,” said Maier. While the alliance aims to create a united voice for LNG, the companies will remain competitive in securing agreements and customers.

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Cote returning to northwest air Long-time pilot launches airline BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

A familiar face is returning to the skies of the North Coast, but this time flying under his own company banner. Ken Cote, who has been flying in the region for more than four decades, announced the launch of Ocean Pacific Air Services on May 16. Cote said there was one driving force behind his return to the air. “It is mainly because I still love the business. I still love flying and I still love the people,” he said, noting the business will put him back at the familiar confines of Seal Cove. “I started flying from Seal Cove with Transprovincial in 1984 ... it’s what I’ve done my whole life and I’ve spent most of my career there.” It’s taken eight months of paperwork to get Ocean Pacific Air Services off the ground, but the company is ready to begin offering flights aboard a six-passenger Dehavilland Beaver. “We’ll start with the one

Ken Cote has been flying around the North Coast for more than four decades and last week launched his own charter airline.

plane and then, as needed, add more,” explained Cote, adding the destinations being served are up to the clients. “We serve the North Coast, Haida Gwaii, the Mid-Coast and Southeast Alaska. You can charter us anywhere, and I have been to these places a

million times so it’s familiar territory.” In recognition of Cote’s connection with North Coast First Nations, when Ocean Pacific first takes flight it will do so with an original logo designed by emerging Gitga’at artist Kelli Clifton whose work is displayed at the Vancouver International Airport.

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Premier Christy Clark played up the province’s growing LNG industry in her keynote address at the International LNG in B.C. conference in Vancouver. She said she remains positive that construction will take place on some of the numerous proposals for projects, which has doubled since the first annual conference last year. Among other upcoming LNG successes, she pointed to was an agreement made during her last overseas trade mission which has set a Nov. 30 deadline to finalize a project development agreement with Petronas and Woodfibre LNG. Petronas, with a goal of

operating in Prince Rupert, is suggested by Clark to eventually be the first to reach a final investment decision,while Woodfibre may be the first LNG project in operation in B.C. “With both companies we agreed to finalize our project development agreement by Nov. 30 at the latest. That is the last step before getting to final investment decision,” she said. “It means B.C. will sit down with both companies and grind in to the detail so we can make sure we have absolute certainty of the numbers, absolute certainty on all the costs — all the costs that are under government control and that are specific to LNG. That includes certainty on all taxes and the cost of any regulatory requirements.”

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Swamp Point moving forward Highbank relying on future construction BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

Highbanks Resources is moving forward with its aggregate project that the company said is benefitting from being in the right place at the right time. The Swamp Point North Aggregate Project, approximately 125 kilometres north of Prince Rupert, has an estimated supply of 72 million tonnes of crushed rock that is the primary ingredient in concrete the company has initial off-take commitments of $22.50 per tonne. Although the project has been on the books for several years, president and CEO Victor Bryant said he expects 2014 to be a busy year at Swamp Point. In April, Highbank received permission from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans to construct a barge loading dock and ramp at the site and received confirmation the Nisga’a Nation has no conditions for the company’s barges to traverse their traditional territories. The company expects to receive a timber cutting permit by the middle of May and permit for barging operations shortly after. The environmental baseline study has been completed and will form the basis of an application to expand production in the future. The company is now finalizing the mine operating procedures, which are required prior to commencement of operations. “We anticipate being in commercial production by the end of August, 2014, achieving our annual production rate of 235,000 tonnes by November,” said Bryant. “It is our intention to employ as many

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qualified First Nation people as possible in equipment operation and camp logistics. We see this not only as smart business, but also as a symbiotic relationship.” To prepare for the commencement of operations, Highbank has already secured funding and equipment. “We have just completed a $2.7 million financing, which is the first tranche of $4 million to bring the property into production,” he said, noting the company also has a Memorandum of Understanding in place with the Metlakatla First Nation that will see the nation “participate in the economic benefits” of the project. “Those funds have been used to purchase two 35-ton trucks, a D-8 bulldozer, a 27 foot boat for personnel and supply transportation, a crusher and a washing plant and much ancillary equipment — basically everything we need to develop the site and start mining our at-surface aggregate.”

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Marching to his own drum Joe Paolinelli living his dream as his own boss BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

Joe Paolinelli’s life would have taken a much different path were it not for a family tragedy that put the young man in position of increased responsibility. Although most will recognize Joe as a life-long Rupertite, he was actually born in Italy and came to the North Coast at the age of four. “My father came over here looking for a job to build a house in Italy and he realized it was going to take a while so he brought the rest of the family over. Four more kids were born here and there were four from Italy so he had the whole family here with eight kids,” Joe said. “With eight kids you’re not going to save a lot of money, especially with our family as we were always involved in baseball, soccer, other sports and cubs and scouts.” Unlike some pending graduates, Joe had some concrete plans for his post-high school life. But fate had different plans that would put those of his own to rest and affect the young family forever. “I had already put an application in to join the RCMP or into the army because I wanted to leave Rupert. I had three plans, those were two of them, and the other was to leave with my older brother. He was going to go to Saskatchewan to work and I was going to go with him,” recalls Joe. “When I was just finishing school my older brother passed away in a hunting accident ... when he died, everything changed. I was the oldest kid at home at that time so I stayed home and I was helping raise the family. I was helping my mom and dad with finances, not the disciplinary stuff, that was their job. I just helped bring in the cash.” With six siblings to help care for, Joe turned to the high-paying pulp mill jobs to be found on Watson Island. With no trades training or post-secondary he was hired for manual labour, but one day Joe realized this work was simply not for him. “I was sweating like crazy doing my job this one time and one of my best friends came up to me and was watching me work while he was having coffee. I was thinking, something is definitely wrong here. We’re the same age, he has a trade and I don’t have anything and I am sweating while he’s not, so it was time to get a trade,” he said. “I decided ‘I don’t want to be a pulp mill worker’. I decided I would rather do something else. After the accident I decided that if I was going to be living in Prince Rupert I wanted a hand in my own destiny.” Joe now had a goal: to be his own boss and run his own business. With that in mind, he quit the pulp mill, finished his pre-apprenticeship training for auto body work and completed four years working with the Ford dealership. “At the end of four years I quit and my brother, who was a foreman at the mill at the time, quit and we opened A&G Autobody,” he said. “1975 was a big year. I got married and opened up A&G Autobody with my brothers.” Opening a new business in Prince Rupert was an experience unto itself as the Paolinellis found through

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Spending summers at Kloiya Bay is like being on vacation every day for Joe Paolinelli.

“When he died, everything changed.” - Joe Paolinelli their work with City Hall. “They opened up this new subdivision and marketed it as serviced lots ... when we went and hired the contractor to build the building, he comes and asks where the electricity is. I went to city hall and asked where the electricity is. He said, ‘we sold you a serviced lot. All we service is water and sewer, we don’t service hydro’,” Joe said. “So we had to bring power into the Yellowhead section and that cost us $11,000 to bring it in.” The autobody business was a solid source of income for the brothers, so much so that in 1986 they purchased Rainbow Chrysler. “That partnership lasted until 2002 by which time the pulp mill had gone down, the fishing had gone down, the logging had gone down and it was really tough times,” recalls Joe. After selling the business, Joe spent time working as a medic up north and working for Mackenzie Furniture, but he once again was bitten by the entrepreneurial bug. “I decided, again, I wasn’t going to go work for someone else. I was going to work for myself,” said the owner of Skeena Kayaking. “I bought 16 kayaks and started renting them because the company before me had folded and the partners went their separate ways. I changed the business plan, we’re very

relaxed and follow a good-neighbour policy I have always believed in. There is no percentage in fighting with people at all, so you try to get along with everyone and have fun.” Regardless of which business he was running, Joe has never shied away from giving back to the community. He is a former president and youth exchange officer of the defunct Hecate Strait Rotary Club and spent three decades involved in youth soccer in Prince Rupert. “The highlight of that was the Mexican exchange program we did. We brought youth teams from Mexico up to Canada and toured them throughout British Columbia. From that I ended up hosting a young girl from Mexico and today her family is like family to us,” he said. “We kept that bridge open both ways. Now her brother is getting married in February and our family is going down for that wedding.” But of all his work giving back to the community, there is perhaps none as special to Joe as the by-donation kayaking during the Seafest weekend. “The kayaking at Seafest is donated to the B.C. Children’s Hospital and that is because of my grandson, who was born with cerebral palsy. The work the Shriners have done for him, I could never pay it back so if I could pay back a little community work with the Shriners and Seafest then I am all for it,” he said. While others may be looking to warmer climates for retierment, Joe Paolinelli says Prince Rupert is in his blood for good. “I can go downtown and drop into a restaurant or coffee shop and have coffee with anybody because I know so many people ... That social structure is very important to me,” he said. “Rupert is my home. I’m going to die here.”

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New kids on the block notch wins in Kamloops

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It was David Armstrong’s (centre) and the Prince Rupert select under-12 boys’ and under-15 girls team’s first outing for the top-tiered Kamloops Slurpee Cup.

BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

The Prince Rupert Youth Soccer select teams didn’t play against the Vancouver Whitecaps, but they came awfully close. Both the under-12 boys’ team and the under-15 girls’ squad travelled to Kamloops from May 17 to 19 to take part in the 175-team Slurpee Cup, hosted by the Kamloops Youth Soccer Association, and against top-notch Lower Mainland competition the teams stole two wins each in their very first year attending. “So far above and beyond [the competition in the Northwest],” said under-15 team coach Gordon Armstrong. “[After our two wins] we basically lost to a Whitecaps program and we lost to a soccer academy from Vancouver Island, and those teams were so good. I think the coaches took so much away from that that we can teach ... the level of play was so high and the girls rose to the occasion.” The girls’ team defeated Williams Lake and Kootenay South and for them to even score was momentous for the newbies.

Armstrong spoke with another coach from Prince George who told the skipper it took three years before their squad could even put one behind an opposing goalkeeper at the tournament. “They were a little intimidated off the start but then by the second half [against Vancouver Island], they started attacking, they started really going after them and it paid off.” Brittany Waite shone for the team, while Suttira Johansen was dazzling in goal for the Rupertites, who showed up fashionably late for the tournament barbecue the Kamloops association hosted. “I think we were the last ones there,” said the coach. “Standard Prince Rupert. We’re the party kids while everyone else is at home sleeping.” Meanwhile, the under-12 boys’ side performed equally well, winning two matches against Rutland (2-1) and Quesnel (4-2), and losing two to Vernon (5-0) and Kamloops Blaze White (4-0). The latter teams being the high-calibre, Whitecapsbacked groups.

“The level of play was so high.” - Gordon Armstrong “It was amazing to see the way those kids passed and played and talked to each other, which is something that’s similar to the direction our kids need to go,” said boys’ coach Andree Michaud. Michaud was also impressed with the welcoming atmosphere the whole city had, as well as the dominating presence 175 teams brings to a city. “It was quite overwhelming when we arrived there and anywhere you went in town, although Kamloops is a big town, you could see soccer teams everywhere,” said Michaud. “The sportsmanship was incredible because [Vernon’s] team was way stronger than ours, but when we did play good and we got chances the other parents cheered

us on and that was really nice to hear.” The most important quality the kids learned, explained the coach was the concept of playing as a team. There’s no room for individualistic thinking on these well-oiled Lower Mainland machines. “They need to become a team, so they can’t skip practices. They need to understand when a coach works them hard and makes them run, that’s all for the good of the team, so they can have the endurance to play against these highcalibre teams so that’s very important,” said Michaud. Sherangad Sahai scored three goals during the weekend, including both tallies versus Rutland. Nolan Stava scored three as well and had a brace against Quesnel where he was named the MVP of the game. Curtis Swan and David Armstrong were also strong performers, with Armstrong claiming MVP honours in the Rutland match. Carsen Vibert performed admirably in goal in place of Dominic Strand, who broke his finger earlier in the season, and played defence in the tourney.

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Repeat winners take charity scramble BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

An incredible back nine by the winning squad in Cathy Horcoff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charity golf scramble lifted them to the title for the second year in a row, and first choice at the wealth of prizes available at the tournament-ending banquet Saturday night. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our first seven holes were all par going on to [hole] eight and then we went eagle, eagle and then after that we just decided to light it up,â&#x20AC;? said Devin Palmer, part of the winning team made up of himself, Dylan Palmer, Jared Andreesen and Bob Hays. â&#x20AC;&#x153;[On the back nine] we made two pars and the rest were birdies,â&#x20AC;? said Dylan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our first seven holes were pretty slow.â&#x20AC;? The four buddies, who were all born and raised in Prince Rupert, finished with a score of 60 and 10-under-par. Even then they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d take the tourney.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;There were a lot of good teams this year,â&#x20AC;? said Andreesen, part of the group who last year, shot 13-under-par, their best-ever score at the Prince Rupert Golf Club as a team. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When we shot that last year, we kind of walked off last year thinking, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t win with that...â&#x20AC;&#x2122;,â&#x20AC;? said Hays. The slim margin of error actually saw the group tie another team at 10-under, but Haysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; squad won on a count back. â&#x20AC;&#x153;[The win] goes to whatever you shot on the back nine and we were six-under on the back and they were only two, so thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the only reason we won. We tied them,â&#x20AC;? said Dylan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like them,â&#x20AC;? he added cheekily. The tournamentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s earnings went to the Prince Rupert Marine Rescue Society and each team paid $90 per person. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great tournament though, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s probably the best tournament of the year,â&#x20AC;? said Hays. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good charity and you get a

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Bob Hays, Dylan Palmer, Jared Andreesen and Devin Palmer shot 10-under-par to win.

tax receipt at the end of the year. I think they raised a ton of money for the Marine Rescue Society.â&#x20AC;? The scramble, which sees every player hit a shot in which the team then chooses the best one, seemed to benefit the team as each individual

might have a stronger long or short game so they compliment each otherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shortcomings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In this format, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s such a huge advantage, because these guys can hit the ball so far,â&#x20AC;? said Hays, who was playing with a sore wrist.

Rupert swimmers head south to California Seven PRASC representatives compete in Santa Clarita meet BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

Zach Dolan was sitting in the airport, waiting to head to Santa Clarita, California. A swimming pool awaited the 12-yearold, but so did a (possibly) drier Six Flags and Universal Studios. Dolan was one of seven Rupert kids heading to La-la-land last weekend to take part in Canyons Aquatic Memorial Day meet in Santa Clarita from the Prince Rupert Amateur Swim Club

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Prince Rupert FC victorious in Gitsegukla BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

For the second straight year, the Prince Rupert Football Club (PRFC) will return from Gitsegukla as Annual May Tournament champions, and they’re dedicating their nail-biting shootout victory to the memory of former player Adam Moore. PRFC, the area’s senior men’s notfor-profit soccer team, took to the pitch on May 16 and crept into the eightteam tournament final by winning the championship game in penalty kicks versus Kispiox. “It was a tight, tight game,” said tournament MVP Matt Anderson. “We actually had three shootouts [in the whole tournament].” Moore, who played in last year’s tourney was found deceased in his submerged car near Galloway Rapids in January. After a 2-1 squeaker against the Gitsegukla Tigers (one of three local teams to take part in the host community), PRFC took it to their eventual final opponents, Kispiox and won a decisive 2-0 affair, giving the squad a confidence boost heading into the championship match, knowing they had beaten them before. The only game they lost was a match against Hazelton and that one, again, needed a shootout to be decided. PRFC lost 2-1. They defeated teams from the region, and even claimed the title over a team from Saskatchewan, who Anderson said attends every year.

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The Prince Rupert FC squad defeated the Gitsegukla Tigers to claim their second straight Gitsegukla May Tournament title.

For their efforts, the club will collect $4,000 in prize money and that will go towards the club’s administration fees for travelling and jerseys. “We donate something at the end of the year [with the money]. Last year we donated it all towards Adam’s funeral,” said Anderson This is PRFC’s fourth year of existence after the team formed in 2011. They play during the summer and in indoor leagues when the fall and winter seasons hit. “Quite a few have returned [from last

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year]. It’s a pretty good core of guys,” said Anderson. PRFC collected a number of individual awards to go along with the championship. Mike De Lima, who scored the winning goal in the shootout in the tourney final was a tournament all-star, as was Taylor Baker and Marc Hrehirchek. The most inspirational player of the tournament was Jurgen Wagner and Dempsey Tsakonas was named the best forward of the tournament.

In celebration of their victory, the club will hold a barbecue with Moore’s father this week and present him with the trophies. “Up until the tournament we were practicing three nights a week,” said Anderson, who mentioned the club has 20 members with 16 attending the Gitsegukla tournament. “It’s good, it promotes healthy living, exercise and teamwork.” “Most of the guys have come through the minor soccer program.”

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PRASC school outreach program a success “It gets everybody in the water and not afraid.”

BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

The Prince Rupert Amateur Swim Club (PRASC) wrapped up their five-week elementary school outreach program on Saturday and had approximately 20 kids come out for the voluntary program finale. The partnership between PRASC and the school district saw more than 50 children take part in swimming lessons and games, led by their teachers and PRASC swim members. “Because it’s through the school, the kids don’t really have a choice, whether they’ve decided to take lessons or not,” said Roosevelt Park vice-principal Kerri Levelton. The students were separated into three groups – beginner, intermediate and advanced. The PRASC Rapids team members helped the kids swim laps in the pool during the morning with flotation tubes, held them up and instructed them on the proper forms of swimming. The students had come from all over the Northwest.

- Kerri Levelton “They’ll help the little ones kick and, if they need it, swim beside them as they race,” said Levelton, whose daughter Amy Leighton (13) was one of the helpers. “It gets everybody in the water and not afraid to swim.” The categories for the final day which was just meant for fun, were (in varying distances) flutter kicks with a partner, backstroke kick (with or without a board), freestyle, backstroke, senior partner kick, a mat relay, lifejacket relay and ‘fun’ relay. “There are four sessions for each school and my school had two classes that went,” explained Levelton. Before they kicked off the day, the team leaders made sure the kids stretched beside the diving boards to get them ready.

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Sarah McChesney (left) helps an area school swimmer during Saturday’s program finale.

Northern Credit shines in Friday matinee Nine goal outburst helps Gerritsen capture win as team’s goalkeeper BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

Xander Gerritsen doesn’t always play goal for under-12 Northern Savings Credit Union’s soccer squad. In fact, usually it’s Dominic Strand. But Strand broke a finger on his right hand after a rogue cleat squashed the tip of one of his digits earlier in the season, so Gerritsen took over for his second stint between the posts. And his teammates made sure he picked up the win. A nine-goal outburst from Northern Savings paced the side to a victory

against 3rd Ave. Car Wash. Curtis Swan produced many of the highlights for the team in white, and Strand even notched one himself, playing forward while his injured hand recovered. “Hopefully we go on a winning streak,” said Gerritsen after the victory, attributing the dry and sunny conditions to part of his success in goal. The closest 3rd. Ave came to tying the affair was when Ferryn Collins and Bradley Larose converted on their third goal, making the score at that point 5-3. Northern Savings was depleted in numbers and fielded seven players

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with no substitutions, plus Gerritsen, but still managed to pull out the win. “Sometimes [it’s hard to stay focused when the play is mostly in the opponents’ zone],” said Gerritsen. “I like playing goalie and defence best. Goalie you get to touch the ball with your hands, and [with] defence, you usually get these huge kicks.” A number of players in the league had just returned from action in Kamloops participating in the Slurpee Cup on the weekend, including Strand and Larose. The team won two games and lost two games while there. On Saturday and Sunday, a number of athletes travelled to Terrace to see if they could crack the soccer squad for the B.C. Summer Games in Nanaimo this July. The tryouts had open invitations, very similar

“I like playing goalie and defence. [With] goalie, you get to touch the ball with your hands, and [with] defence, you usually get these huge kicks.” - Xander Gerritsen to the open atmosphere the Prince Rupert Youth Soccer select teams play with. A number of players, including Rupert’s Sherangad Sahai, who participated in the Slurpee Cup, attended and will find out if they made the team in the coming weeks.

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13-year-old Hannah Stewart had a special haircut last week. After letting her hair to grow long enough to easily allow six or eight inches to be taken off, Stewart had her locks trimmed to donate to the Canadian Cancer Society so they can make a wig for cancer patients. She is also challenging other teens to do the same in support of the Canadian Cancer Society.

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A national conference aimed at restoring the hope of victims of abuse has found a way to include the less fortunate in the community. The Rising Above organization will be hosting its National Healing Conference in Prince Rupert from June 4-7 and Capt. Nancy Sheils of the Salvation Army said it will now be more inclusive. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Last Thursday, the planning committee came together and we had collectively been hearing an outcry from people who wanted to attend but couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afford to. We sat down, revamped it and can now offer the conference for free with the purchase of the conference handbook,â&#x20AC;? she said. Along with $25,000 coming from the Canadian Salvation Armyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mission Outreach Fund, Sheils said it was the business community that made the complimentary offering possible. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have had great support from the business community and have been able to raise more than $10,000 ... the neat thing about that is the donors arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t getting a lot of recognition because we want the focus to be on Rising Above and the businesses are more than willing to do that,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Rising Above organization has never seen businesses step up to support a conference like this, so they are blown away much like we are.â&#x20AC;?

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North Coast artists are celebrating ten years of art displays and professional development at the Ice House Gallery. Featuring all mediums of art from high-end oil paintings and photography to pottery, unique knitting, fibre art and jewellery, the Ice House has created major opportunities to the North Coast Artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Co-operative. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has meant something huge to the arts community in Prince Rupert,â&#x20AC;? said Laurie Gray, president of the Ice House board. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As artists we produce work and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to have an area where we can show the public, sell it, make some income and become professional artists. Having the gallery there has really raised the level of professionalism in presenting the art.â&#x20AC;? Gray said they get a lot of new and emerging artists who have never shown or sold their work and talking to customers really spurs them on. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It just encourages them to continue on to the next level,â&#x20AC;? she said. Robin Knox is one of those artists and said, to her, the gallery has meant everything. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Otherwise you have all these paintings at home and no one ever gets to see them. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just great to have people that appreciate it and make comments,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It keeps you motivated to keep producing more art because thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a place to exhibit it.â&#x20AC;? The gallery has 50 artists from Haida Gwaii to Telkwa who consistently feature their work, but

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Logger Sports Day celebrates five decades BY SHAUN THOMAS SANDSPIT / The Northern View

Every year people from across the Northwest make their way to Moresby Island for Logger Sports Day, which this year celebrates a half-century of fun on July 26. For those unfamiliar with Sandspit’s Logger Sports Day, it’s something that needs to be seen to truly appreciate. While there is a beer garden, kids’ activities and plenty of food throughout the day, the main attraction is the variety of competitions taking place in three divisions covering all ages that harken back to the golden days of logging. The men’s division includes competitions such as the choker race, axe throw, modified saw buck, standing chop, horizontal chop, obstacle pole buck, log burl and cross cut saw buck. The ladies, meanwhile, will be competing in the choker race, the axe throw, the molly hogan, the bowline cut, the peavey log roll, the nail drive, log burling and the crosscut saw. For the younger participants there are the novice boys and girls division, the junior division and younger peewee division. There are plenty of prizes to be won, regardless of which division people are competing in, while the main prize of the day is being crowned either the King or Queen Logger. For more information about the upcoming Logger Sports Day, email bcranmer@hotmail.com.

Cuts to BC Ferries service are already having “serious and dramatic effects” in every community on Haida Gwaii, according to Masset Mayor Andrew Merilees. Merilees was commenting on concerns raised about the lack of reservations for both commercial and private vehicles in light of reduced sailings and space required for the paving of Highway 16 between Masset and Port Clements. “It’s posed real problems for us on the island ... and it’s not just the things you would expect. Mail delivery is having problems, the propane company in town has told us welding supplies will require a one-month wait and even groceries are being effected. We don’t have the ability to have a stockpile of perishable items if a sailing is cancelled,” he said. “It’s something that has certainly been highlighted with two sailings per week during the winter. Now that we are getting into summer there will be five sailings per week, which is still down from six, but these problems were exacerbated during the winter.” Merilees said the lack of sailings has presented an unexpected and unique challenge for accommodation providers in Masset. “People are coming on a restricted schedule and one anecdotal thing I have heard is that rooms are getting booked full for a few nights. For example, the rooms are filled on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday but then are completely empty the other nights,” he said, noting some accommodation business revenues are down 50 per cent from last year. Outside of visitors to the island, Merilees said cuts to the route between Skidegate and Sandspit

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Mike Robertson, senior policy advisor for the Cheslatta Carrier Nation, shakes hands with Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad during a revenue sharing announcement on Wednesday in Vanderhoof. Rustad, the Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation, made the announcement at the beginning of the Minerals North Conference and it will see economic and community development agreements (ECDAs) enable Cheslatta Carrier First Nation, Nee-Tahi-Buhn Band, Skin Tyee Nation and Wet’suwet’en First Nation to receive a share of mineral tax revenues collected by the Province from the expansion of the Huckleberry Mine, located 123 kilometres southwest of Houston. Todd Hamilton / The Northern View

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Even the bad news was good. Despite a drop of about 30 per cent in exploration in 2013 and the temporary shutdown of a number of coal mines, the message delivered at the 2014 Minerals North Conference in Vanderhoof last week was one of optimism. In what amounted to a state of the industry address to delegates at the conference, Bill Bennett, Minister of Energy and Mines, said the start-up of three new mines and the anticipated June power-up of the Northwest Transmission Line, along with the commencement of operations at the $500 million Red Chris Mine north of Terrace, proves mining in northwest B.C. is on the rise, not decline. Although $474 million was spent in exploration in the province in 2013 and, of that $201 million in the Skeena (northwest B.C.) region, which was down approximately 30 per cent from 2012, delegates and presenters at the conference said the number is misleading. More than $600 million had been spent in 2012 and the 2013 numbers, while down, were still a record. “We’ve been doing really well in B.C. Both 2012 and 2013 were records for B.C., we need to sustain that ... we need not to rest on our laurels ... we need to figure out ways to make sure that trajectory continues to go up and that we continue to see more exploration investment in B.C. every year,” Bennett said. “In 2001 ... it was about $30 million.” Bennett said lower commodity prices were to blame for the drop from 2012’s record levels. Regardless, despite the halt to some coal production due to low prices, the numbers were encouraging. “I know the [mining] industry is going through one of the typical tough times or difficult times ... because of commodity prices right now,” he said.

“That $3 million of your tax money ... is one of the best investments we can make.” -Bill Bennett “Surprisingly, the number of jobs in the industry were actually up three per cent over last year because of the new mines ... we also produced and shipped more coal and ore this past year even though prices were down.” Bennett made specific mention of the Yellow Giant Gold Mine on Banks Island 120 kilometres south of Prince Rupert as one of the reasons for the increase in mining jobs. Skeena Regional geologist Jeff Kyba said the new mine has already produced in excess of 5,000 ounces of gold since operations at the small underground mine began. To further exploration, Bennett announced $3 million in funding for Geoscience B.C., a nonprofit organization mapping mineralization in the province. “That $3 million of your tax money that we’re putting into Geoscience B.C. is one of the best investments we can make.” The three-day conference opened with an announcement by Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad, Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation of four economic and community development agreements (ECDA) coming from mineral tax revenues collected by the province from the expansion of the Huckleberry Mine. The Cheslatta Carrier First Nation, Nee-Tahi-Buhn Band, Skin Tyee Nation and the Wet’suwet’en First Nation all signed onto the revenue sharing agreement.

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get her wish to parade the beauty at and we began working nights and weekends restoring it. My dad was not upcoming Mustang 50th anniversary a body man or mechanic and was selfcelebrations. trained but was handy, so we figured it The car will have its grand unveiling out as we went along. at the Vancouver Collector Car Show “I spent many hours passing tools to and Auction at the Pacific National my dad as he worked on the car. It is Exhibition grounds in June. some of the best hours of my life, true Over the next few weeks, we will quality time with my dad. I officialreveal that this is not just any Mustang ly received the car as a graduation By age four, Laura (one of only 453 built in 1967) and present.” Ballance already walk you through its restoration proLaura drove the car throughout grade cess. One that is a daunting experience 11 and 12 and during her early years as knew what a Ford a journalist. Mustang was and, as for many seasoned car collectors let “Eventually I purchased a new car alone a proud mother with a passion she approached 16, and my Mustang went into storage as for her old car. The world of automoshe wanted to own old cars often do. I got married, had tive restoration is fraught with probchildren and a 1967 Mustang wasn’t and drive one. lems; the one that comes to mind is conducive to car seats and strollers. the final invoice. An old rule of thumb by Nigel Matthews “The 50th anniversary of the Mustang for the realists has been to get an coincides with my oldest daughter estimate and then double or triple it! receiving her driving license in 2014, so for the past We will see how this exciting project plays out five years I’ve been looking for someone or a compabetween now and mid-June. ny to restore my Mustang.” One of her clients, Jason Heard, of the Vancouver Nigel Matthews is the director of sales and Classic Car Show and Sale, recommended 360 marketing for Hagerty Insurance Canada. Fabrication in Abbotsford. The boys at 360 are now working their magic on this rare car and Laura will nmatthews@hagerty.com

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The Odyssey When Honda launched its fourth generation Odyssey in 2011, it described the minivan as ‘the ultimate in family transportation’. Odyssey has become an industry benchmark for minivan interior versatility features, fuel economy and its agile driving dynamics. While the market for new Odyssey has minivans has been shrinkbecome an industry ing in recent years, it’s still sizeable in Canada. A used benchmark for Odyssey is a sought-after minivan interior premium product that will versatility features, probably cost a little more, but historically it also retains fuel economy and its value exceptionally well. its agile driving Compared to its predecessor, dynamics. the 2011 Odyssey offered improved fuel economy due Bob McHugh in part to a more aerodynamic shape that’s wider and includes a lower roofline. Offering seating for up to seven (or eight) occupants, this Odyssey also came with a new “3-mode” second-row seat design and an easier to use fold-away 60/40 split 3rd-row seat. Even its third row seat provides ample head and legroom for adults and a surprisingly high degree of comfort. Its stylish “lightning-bolt” body belt line, that zig-zags just aft of the sliding door, also cleverly provides third row passengers a larger window. A bigger part of the fuel economy improvement story was the new 3.5-litre i-VTEC V6 engine that came with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM). The VCM technology allows the engine to operate on just three or four of its six cylinders when power requirements are low, such as highway cruising. When linked with a six-speed automatic transmission in the Touring edition of Odyssey it can achieve best-

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Performance-oriented Volvo Sportswagon The words performance and Volvo rarely appear in the same sentence, but the new 2015 V60 Sportswagon R-Design should change the perception that the Swedish manufacturer is only capable of producing reliable and safety conscious products to the exclusion of excitement. This performance Taking the V60 oriented T6 AWD version at speed around the pumps out 325 horsepower, topping the base twisties along the Sea to Sky Highway T6 by 25 horses and a massive 75 more than demonstrated its the four-cylinder and fuel excellent road efficient base T5. holding and handling A week aboard this wagon showed it to be a capabilities. very sporty machine on Keith Morgan the highway and, at its utilitarian best, in the city. Combine some paddle shift action with the auto transmission in Sport mode and you can push the car

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from zero to 100 klicks in about six seconds. Taking the V60 at speed around the twisties along the Sea to Sky Highway demonstrated its excellent road holding and handling capabilities, courtesy of corner traction control. Ergonomic seats ensure the driver is also firmly gripped in those corners. Gee, I forgot I was in a Volvo. But before we run away with the idea that Volvo has abandoned what it is best known for; it should be mentioned that there is an option to add the world’s first Cyclist Detection and auto brake technology to the line! That most certainly makes it a Vancouver car, given that city’s love for all-thing-cycling. This coupe-like wagon looks good too. A wide grille greets you and the classic Volvo-V shaped sculpted hood is still there but cleaner contemporary styled lines that flow back towards the traditional taillights support it. Inside, the designers drew cues from contemporary Scandinavian furniture, featuring wood and leather. The rear seats fold down in three 40/20/40 segments adding still more space to the already generous 430 litres to the rear of the seats. Parents of young children will like the two-stage pop up integrated booster cushions. Volvo has 60 years of experience producing wagons and that shows in this line. The inclusion of the fun

The 2014 BMW X5: This all-new BMW X5 is the latest version of the mid-sized luxury SUV that helped the manufacturer expand into markets beyond those where luxury, performance sedans reside. Some younger readers might not remember a time when BMW, and other German makers, never had The inside of the SUVs. But it wasn’t X5 is a study in small too long ago that the original X5 came out changes that pay big and transformed the dividends. Bavarian automaker Zack Spencer into more of a full-line manufacturer. Ever since they started making SUVs, their sales have not retreated. As is stands right now, the X5 combines two classes of SUV the mid-size 5-seat market and the 7-seat marketplace. Truth be told, this should really be looked at as a 5-seater, there will be a new, bigger seven passenger BMW coming in the next year or so. Looks When you look at this new model, it is instantly recognizable with just small changes such as more accent lines. I had a chance to park it next to the smaller X3 and, other than the front grille and headlights, they share a striking resemblance to each other, this is just a bigger version of that wildly popular SUV. All X5 models come standard with 19inch wheels but BMW packages their products to be

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offered with bigger wheels depending on whether they want the sport package or not. Around the back, the same clamshell lift gate found on the last two versions remains intact. The top flips up and the bottom drops down. It makes it a reach to get inside the cargo area but many owners like this feature for sliding items in and out and being able to sit on the tailgate. Inside The inside of the X5 is a study in small changes that pay big dividends. The centre screen is huge, the iDrive controller is bigger and navigating around this system is much easier than it has been in past versions. The materials used inside the cabin are first rate. The wide and relatively flat dash makes the cabin feel huge and the big comfortable seats make for an effortless place to spend time. As mentioned, the X5 can be equipped with a third row of seats but they are not that great for space, the GL-Class from Mercedes is a much better option. When equipped with a just 5-seats the cargo space is vast, this is a big rig. Drive There are three different version of the X5, two that are very popular and the V8 version that is almost overkill. My test unit was the Xdrive 50 and it’s powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.4L V8 engine. This produces a whopping 445hp and 479 lb.-ft. of torque. And this thing flies, it is so fast and stable, it makes this big rig dance in every situation. In addition, there are various driving modes that setup the engine’s response, the steering feel and the suspension stiffness. Even in the most relaxed setting this V8 engine is always up a quick passing

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The 2015 V60 provides more than you would expect. factor in the R-Design version is a smart move for a company trying to win new friends among affluent car buyers. Make no mistake, these are prestige vehicles with a fitting price tag. The base four-cylinder models start at around $42,000 and the R-Design driven by your truly topped $51,000.

I’ve also driven – if briefly – other Volvos equipped with the new Drive-E four-cylinder engines, mated to 8-speed auto transmissions, and they are remarkable. They offer a performance more akin to a typical six. So, give the base models a shot if you are not looking for a pulsating ride in a Volvo. Did I just say that? keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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Changes to the BMW X5 for 2014 make it worth another look. manouevre. Yes this is a blast to drive but 445hp is a lot, maybe too much. For gasoline buyers the 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo model is more practical. With 300hp and 300 lb-ft. of torque, the XDrive 35 can make a run to 100km/h in just 6.6 seconds. Not bad for a 6-cylinder. The XDrive 35d turbo diesel should prove to be the most popular. The 3.0L diesel has 413 lb.-ft. or torque and sips fuel. The diesel X5 can make a run to 100km/h in 7.6 seconds but achieves just 8.7L/100km in mixed city and highway driving. All models come with an 8-speed automatic to help get the most out of each litre of fuel.

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Verdict All X5 models can be equipped with several different packages like sport packages, luxury packages and more. So starting at $63,000 and up, the base price can be a bit misleading. This is an expensive product but a superbly well designed and engineered one. To be honest, other than the price, there is a lot to like here, this is a great BMW. It is so well put together, it drives superbly and it comes with three equally good engines. If you are in the market for a big luxury SUV, the new X5 does a lot right. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

Jay Leno hits the Italian highway in rare Jag By Keith Morgan The famous Mille Miglia rally in Italy was packed full of famous cars and equally famous drivers this past week. But when it comes to prodigious competition histories paired with A-list names, the combination of Jaguar Heritage Racing’s 1951 Ecurie Ecosse XK 120 roadster with Jay Leno and Ian Callum was hard to beat. Well, maybe. Regular Driveway readers will recall that yours truly and my friend George Holt did the recent Hagerty Spring Thaw rally around B.C. in a 1954 XK 120 roadster. But I digress. Recently retired late night show host, Jaguar collector and classic car enthusiast Leno, and Jaguar Design Di-

rector, co-driver Callum, are legends of the automotive industry – and at the famous road endurance rally, the rare roadster complemented their presence. Prior to the event, Callum said: “As a Scotsman, Ecurie Ecosse is incredibly close to my heart – so the chance to drive this incredible XK 120 through Italy is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Factor in a co-driver who’s almost as much of a Jaguar man as me – and there’s no doubt I’m going to love every minute!” Leno commented: “I’m fortunate to have an XK 120 in my garage – not to mention a few other incredible cars from Coventry - but this Ecurie Ecosse XK 120 is one of the most beautiful Jaguars ever built. I absolutely adore it. It’s a real honour to be asked to drive it on the Mille Miglia and to be able to revel in

its history with someone like Ian is a true privilege.” One of the most valuable and important XK 120s in the world, ‘LXO 126’ is the only surviving example of three original cars built to launch the Scottish racing team in 1952. A race winner in its period, it is most famously associated with raffish Anglo-Scottish aristocrat Sir James Scott-Douglas. Scott-Douglas competed in a number of endurance races across Europe with Ecurie Ecosse and even went on to keep ‘LXO 126’ as a road car in 1953. In the same year, the car returned to the race track at the infamous Nurburgring; Ecurie Ecosse mechanics hastily converting it back into a competition car when one of the team’s C-type’s met with an accident. Since then the car has been the subject of a metic-

ulous restoration. Resplendent in the classic Flag Metallic Blue of the Ecurie Ecosse racing team, it was recently sold by Bonhams Auctions for more than $1-million at the end of 2013 and has been loaned to Jaguar Heritage Racing for the event. It wasn’t the only Ecurie Ecosse car in Italy for the event – the Ecurie Ecosse C-type and D-type the original Ecurie Ecosse racing transporter were also present at the start in Brescia. At press time, Jaguar Heritage Racing planned to tackle the legendary endurance event with a line-up of top-name drivers. The route includes more than 1,000 gruelling miles (1,600 kilometres), hence the name, from Brescia-Rome-Brescia in ten of the most revered and sought-after historic Jaguar cars ever produced.

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Randy was was born born in in Swift Swift Current, Current, Saskatchewan Saskatchewan Randy and also also lived lived in in aa number number of of other other places places growing growing up; up; and HighPrairie, Prairie,AB, AB,Grande GrandePrairie, Prairie,AB ABand andFort FortSt. St.James, James, High BC where where he he graduated graduated High High School. School. He He worked worked aa BC number of of jobs jobs aft after er high high school school but but found found his his true true number calling when when he he started started with with Pacifi Pacificc Northern Northern Gas Gas calling (PNG) in in 1982 1982 at at Prince Prince Rupert, Rupert, BC. BC. He He worked worked for for (PNG) PNG until until his his passing passing and and throughout throughout his his career career he he worked worked in in the the PNG communities of of Fraser Fraser Lake, Lake, Burns Burns Lake Lake and and eventually eventually back back in in Prince Prince Rupert Rupert where where communities all started. started. itit all While working working in in Prince Prince Rupert Rupert Randy Randy met met the the love love of of his his life life Sylvie Sylvie Kelly Kelly and and they they While went on on to to be be married married in in 1984 1984 followed followed by by two two beautiful beautiful children. children. Randy Randy enjoyed enjoyed went camping at at the the lake lake spending spending time time with with family family and and friends friends and and was was always always willing willing to to camping help anybody anybody out out as as he he was was quite quite the the handyman. handyman. help He is is predeceased predeceased by by his his father father Frank Frank Zacharias Zacharias and and his his Father Father in in Law Law Fred Fred Kelly. Kelly. He Randy is is survived survived by by his his wife wife Sylvie, Sylvie, daughter daughter Deidre, Deidre, son son Kyle, Kyle, mother mother Gwen, Gwen, Randy mother in in law law Lise, Lise, brother brother Kelly, Kelly, sister sister and and brother brother in in laws laws Nicole Nicole & & Michelle, Michelle, mother Dominic, Donald, Donald, Dina Dina & & Mark, Mark, Craig Craig and and Monica. Monica. Nephews Nephews and and nieces nieces Cort, Cort, Dominic, Monica, Chad Chad and and many many others. others. Monica, A Celebration Celebration of of the the Life Life of of Randy Randy Zacharias Zacharias will will be be held held Friday, Friday, May May 30th 30th from from A 5-8pm at at Chances Chances Casino Casino downstairs downstairs in in the the Grizzly Grizzly Room. Room. 240 240 West West First First Ave., Ave., 5-8pm Prince Rupert, Rupert, BC. BC. Th Thee family family would would like like to to invite invite all all those those that that Prince knew Randy Randy to to come come say say farewell. farewell. knew In In lieu lieu of of flflowers owers the the family family would would request request aa donation donation be be made made to to Muscular Muscular Dystrophy Dystrophy Canada Canada or or the the Heart Heart and and Stroke Stroke Foundation. Foundation.

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Merchandise for Sale

140 Montgomery Rd Built in 1991. 5 Bdrm 3 bath. Located in much desired cul de sac in Prince Rupert. Hardwood ďŹ&#x201A;oors in living and dining rooms. Lots of storage. 5yr old roof. $384,000 250-627-1139 inform140@hotmail.com

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PR: All household items, appliances, furn. and more. 354 Biggar Pl. May 31 & June 1 8am - 8pm until all items gone PR: Sat May 31 9am start 1413 Overlook Street. Variety of household items.

A- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;45â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Containers under $2500! Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders JD 892D LC excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? KILL BED bugs & their eggs! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate bugs- guaranteed. No mess, odorless, long lasting. Available at Ace Hardware & The Home Depot. SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.

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HOUSE FOR SALE 3300 sq ft, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom house on 7.4 acres, 3 minutes east of Burns Lake. Large kitchen with 2 islands and Jenn-Air cooktop stove. French doors leading to deck. Sunken living room and family room with ďŹ replace and sliding doors to deck. Maple and tile ďŹ&#x201A;oors throughout. 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; shop, 2 car garage attached to the house. Paved driveway. Minutes from world class mountain biking trails, incredible lakes and the most beautiful outdoor recreation area. Asking $345,000 obo. Call or text 250-692-0825/250-692-0506

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For Sale By Owner PR: 2 Bdrm Oasis Condo. $90,000. Call 778-884-6499 for info and viewings

Transportation

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Commercial/ Industrial

Cars - Domestic

Boats

LAKE FRONT, Francois Lake, B.C. 1600 sq. ft. home, 14 yrs. old, full basement, approved sewer, .63 acre. $305,000 (250) 694-3365.

Rupert Rentals / Commercial rupertrentals@gmail.com

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Rentals

* Two 2500 sq ft. OfďŹ ces available immediately. Central downtown location.

Apt/Condo for Rent

AVAILABLE

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ROOSEVELT HEIGHTS APARTMENTS Exteriors renovated 3 bedroom apartments. Heat and hot water included. No smoking. No pets $850 per month. References required.

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RENTALS

2009 PONTIAC VIBE excellent condition, 60,000 kms, fully loaded with a set of winter tires. Manual, front wheel drive. $9800

* Two 2500 sq ft. UnďŹ nished ofďŹ ces available. Will build to suit.

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3 Bdrm House. Family rm, Deck, spacious living rm. Laundry. Avail. June 15th. $1800/mon + util. rupertrentals@gmail.com PR: 3 bdrm 1 bath house. Bsmt and yard. Older Shape. $1150/mon. 1 year lease. Call 604-767-0252 PR: 4 bdrm 4 bath 1/2 duplex located in quiet neighborhood. Lrg laundry & storage. 2 full kitchens & living rooms, 2 ďŹ replaces. Avail. now. $2000 per mon. Call 604-788-7679. View more info & photos @ www.kijiji.ca/v-house-rental/ prince-rupert/beautiful-1-2duplex-home-on-sloan-avenue /595183787 PR: Very nice 3 bdrm apt. Bright and renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d in a quiet home. Lrg private sundeck, off street parking, full laundry, close to hosp. N/S, N/P. $1250/ mon. Avail. June 1st. Adult oriented. Call 250-6244848.

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Towing I will be in Prince Rupert within the next couple of weeks and am looking for a back haul heading south. I have a tilt deck tow truck. Call Dave @ 604-499-7380

Boats Brigg Baltic 13.9 ft inďŹ&#x201A;atable Zodiac. C/W 15 HP Evinrude, tank, paddles etc. Call 250639-0829 Asking $1800

HALIBUT QUOTA WANTED ANY AMOUNT @ $72.00/lb. MICHELLE (604)736-3600

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CITY OF PRINCE RUPERT NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROPERTY SALE In accordance with Sections 24, 26 and 94 of the Community Charter, the City of Prince Rupert gives notice of its intention to sell municipal property for less than market value as follows: The City intends to dispose to Prince Rupert Legacy Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of the City of Prince Rupert) (BN 809989031BC0001) (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Companyâ&#x20AC;?) the lands legally described as: PID: 014-961-130 District Lot 444 Range 5 Coast District Except Plans 1584 1586 1598 1822 and 4804 and PID: 014-967-031 Lot A (Plan 1584) District Lot 444 Range 5 Coast District (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Subject landâ&#x20AC;?). The Subject Land is located on the plan below as outlined in black and hatched, which forms part of this notice. The sale value of this property is $1.00. Any inquiries concerning the proposed disposition should be addressed to Rory Mandryk, Corporate Administrator, or sent via email to rory.mandryk@princerupert.ca fax 250-627-0999 no later than 4:30pm May 23rd, 2014.

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The Power of Experience 250.624.9298 Suite 6 - 342 3rd Ave W. info@gordonkobza.com www.gordonkobza.com

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M.V. Dawn Mist 40 ft Alum ex-prawn boat Large open deck 120 cu. ft. insulated ďŹ sh hold Shower head, galley Sleeps 3-5 Needs more work Offers at $9000 Call 778-884-7297

2009 Jeep Patriot â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Rocky Mountainâ&#x20AC;?, bought new in 2010, 1 yr powertrain warranty remaining, 34,000kms, plus winter tires, asking $10,995, call cell: 250-600-2983

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BUYING Coin Collections, Estates, Antiques, Native Art, Silver, Jewelry 778-281-0030 FIREARMS. ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. Please call 1.866.960.0045 or visit us online: www.dollars4guns.com.

Real Estate

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CLIFF SIDE APARTMENTS

Garage Sales

Misc. for Sale

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CROSSWORD JUNE 9 - 1 - 2 pm Diabetes Support group is meeting in Room 429 in the Prince Rupert Regional Hospital. JUNE 15 - 7 pm The Rupert Off-Road Cycling Club will be meeting at Cowpuccino’s Coffee House. For more information contact rupertmtbclub@gmail.com JUNE 7 - 2 pm - 4 pm The St. Andrews Anglican Church will be hosting a Strawberry Tea at 200 4th Ave West. JUNE 25 - 10 am - 9 pm The Seafarer’s Mission is hosting an open house to celebrate International Seafarer’s Day at 245 3rd Ave West. Everyone welcome. For more information call 250-624-6724 ONGOING The Prince Rupert Breast Cancer Support Group invites any woman living with cancer to attend our monthly luncheons every 3rd Saturday each month at 12 noon at the Crest Hotel.

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Prince Rupert’s 36th annual SEAFEST community festival will be held Friday June 13th to Sunday June 15th 2014. The theme is “Celebrating North Pacific Cannery’s 125th Anniversary” and parade entry forms are now available at www.prsecialevents. com. To organize an event or vendor service, please contact the Seafest Office. This event is coordinated by the volunteers of the Prince Rupert Special Events Society. For more information or to volunteer, please call Special Events at 250-624-9118 or email prspecialevents@citytel.net. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints invites you to visit mormon.org . Call the LDS Missionaries @ 250-600-3032 for more information. Prince Rupert Unemployed Action Centre provides a range of FREE services to unemployed/underemployed people in Pr Rupert and Northwest BC. Need help applying for CPP, Canada Disability Pensions, Old Age Security, EI, or WCB? Landlord or Social Service difficulties? We can help! Come see us Monday - Friday, 9 am- 5 pm 869 Fraser St. at Fisherman’s Hall or call 250627-8776. Cornerstone MB Church: Coffee mornings at 202-6th Ave. West. Tuesday & Wednesday 10 am - noon All are welcome! 250627-1033 Cornerstone MB Church: Sunday Celebration every week @ 10:30 am, everyone welcome. Call 250-627-1033 for details. Friendship House of Prince Rupert Hosts: AamaGoot Power Puff Girlz Club (ages 7-12) Tuesday 3 - 5 pm, 3rd floor meeting room. AamaGoot Ladyz Club (18 yrs. +) Learn new artistic designs through sewing, beading, etc. Fridays 1- 4 pm, 3rd floor meeting room. Call Carol Doolan at the Friendship House 250-627-1717, ext. 64 for more info. Calling all Musicians! Prince Rupert Community Band and Choir are seeking new members No Auditions necessary! PR Community Band meets Mon. 7:30 pm - 9 pm at PRMS (formerly PRSS) Band Room. PR Comm. Choir meets Wed. 7:30 - 9 pm at PRMS Band Room. Contact Peter Witherly at 250-624-9634

The Prince Rupert & District Hospice Society is dedicated to “The care and support of those experiencing the dying and grieving process” For more information, support or to become a volunteer please call 250-6226204 If you have knowledge or skills that you would like to share, we would like to meet you as we are always looking for new tutors. We offer a supportive environment and plenty of resources to coach and support new tutors. We offer individual and small group tutoring matching volunteer tutors with students. For more information, please contact Karen Buchanan and Sharon Jo Scott at 250-627-7166 ext.39 or by e-mail fslprces@citytel.net. BC Metis Federation of Prince Rupert meets the third Monday of every month at 1702 Atlin Ave. New people welcome. Refreshments provided. For more information call 250-627-4013 The Prince Rupert & District Hospice Society is once again sponsoring their 9 week support group “Journey though Grief”, Wednesday evenings from April 2nd-June 4th. This group is for adults 19+, who are grieving the death of a loved one. Learn what to expect and gain skills to manage your grief while connecting with others who share a similar journey. Pre-registration is required. For more information, to register, or for 1:1 support, please call the Hospice office @ 250-622-6204. Please leave your name and number and your call will be returned. This is not church! No expectations of financial support or service. Join us in a celebration of faith in Jesus Christ, Sundays 7 pm, for praise, prayer and proclamation at the Salvation Army, 25 Grenville Court. Fraser Street Literacy wants to help you acquire the skills, knowledge and confidence to participate fully in your life! If you would like tutoring or help to achieve your goals, visit our community classroom is open Monday - Friday in Room 190 at the NWCC from 11 am until 2:30 pm. If you are a student upgrading, we can help you with your studies. We also specialize in forms, applications and paperwork. Prince Rupert Seniors Centre Bingo Fridays 1- 3 pm. Everyone 19 years and older welcome. Women in Business breakfast meet on the 4th Wed each month, 7:30 am Highliner Plaza. We offer women in business an opportunity to network with other women in an informative and fairly informal environment. Interested in attending? Call the Chamber Office 250-624-2296 Prince Rupert Alcoholics Anonymous If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. Prince Rupert A.A, 250-627-1119 Narcotics Anonymous DRUG PROBLEM? We Can Help Mondays 8 - 9 pm, 223 4th Ave East, Presbyterian Church (side door). Kaien Anti-Poverty Society is seeking persons interested in becoming members of a group who wish to make positive changes for those living below the poverty line. For more info, call KAPS 250-627-5277, leave message.

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JUNE 2014 • VOL. 1 ISSUE 3

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2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500 HD

$34 900 $34,900 TBF238285

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$33 900 $33,900 TAJ140010

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$13 900 $13,900 00 CAF187656

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CHARLES HAYS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Commencement Class of 2014

Garrett Duffus

Sasha Enns

Kaytlin Fontaine

Celine Foote

Matthew Forrest

Alexandra Frizzell

Sophia Fumanti

Harjeevan Gill

Thomas Gould

Aaron Grant

Tyler Green

Brandon Gregorie

Riley Griffin

Celina Guadagni

Joshua Haggstrom

Nathan Haldane

Jonathan Hansen

Shelbie Hansen

Zoey Hellfors

Autumn Johanson

Kieran Kirkbright

Kyla Knott

Garrett Kobza

Jake Komadina

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to the TO ALL THE GRADUATES

OF 2014!

Graduating Class of 2014

Gordon Kobza

The Power of Experience 250.624.9298 Suite 6 - 342 3rd Ave W. info@gordonkobza.com

www.gordonkobza.com

“The most rewarding things in life are often the ones that look like they cannot be done”

CONGRATULATIONS Alexandra! For moving all your precious cargo Local & Long Distance 250-600-2125 • 1-866-624-4016

For your travel prices please call us. Terry or Paul Your Local Greyhound Representatives

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CHARLES HAYS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Commencement Class of 2014

Marcus Komadina

Kyle Korpi

Alexander Lewis

Jasmine Lindquist

Jeremiah MacMunn

Shawn Martin

Hannah McCarter

Sarah McChesney

Denise McLean

Kory McSorley

Rylie Miller

Stephen Misko

Savanna Naylor

Justin Nelson

Jenny Nguyen

Jessica Nguyen

Wishing the Graduation Class a Bright & Shiny Future

Congratulations 527 West Third Avenue Prince Rupert Phone: (250)624-5231

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“You’re off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting So... get on your way!” ~ Dr. Seuss

NSK CONTRACTING LTD. Excavators, Backhoe and Dump Trucks

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CHARLES HAYS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Commencement Class of 2014

Garrett Olmsted

Kyle Proksch

Brett Parnell

Kieran Payne

Alana Piche

John Polyck

Marina Ponzini

Meghan Postulo

Jason Prier

Alexander Proskiw

Connor Quane

Natalie Repole

Justuze Ridsdale

Kellie Ritson

Amber Robinson

Arnelda Robinson

Congratulations to the Grads of 2014

We wish you continued success in whatever path you choose!

• Over 200,000 quality parts available • Tools and light equipment • Hydraulic Hoses & Fittings

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We know not what the future holds, but we know who holds the future...

Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2014! JJennifer if Rice, Rii MLA North Coast

North Coast Constituency Office 818 3rd Ave W, Prince Rupert 250-624-7734 or 1-866-624-7734 jennifer.rice.mla@leg.bc.ca

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“Your satisfaction is the entire solution”

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You may never know what results come of your action. But if you do nothing, there will be no result. ~ Gandhi

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CHARLES HAYS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Commencement Class of 2014 No photo available

Margaret Robinson

Saul Rudderham

Jasmeen Sekhon

Sukhraj Sekhon

Nolan Ryan

Akash-deep Sharma

Sarah Sampson

John Sampson

Jasjot Sandhu

Taylor Savorelli

Manisha Sharma

Jay Shaw

Amrit Sidhu

Reika Silab

Reitmans • Wal-Mart • Mark’s Work Wearhouse H&R Block • TD Canada Trust • Naomi’s Grill • The Source Feilds • Home Hardware Building Centre • Express News Archibald Clarke & Defieux Insurance Services Ltd. • Dollarama Royal LePage Prince Rupert • Warehouse One The Jean Store Mr. Natural Natural Foods & Vitamins • Naked Sheep Yarn & Gifts RBC Financial Group • BC Lottery Centre Ravens Piercing Professional Piercing & Permanent Make-up No. 1 Fast Food • Shoppers Drug Mart • Quadra Travel • Stong Start

YOUR ONE STOP REPAIR SHOP!

Rev up for the future!

Congratulations from the team at Frank’s Auto

On behalf of our tenants 500 2nd Avenue West, Prince Rupert, BC

“Education is not filling a bucket, but lighting a fire.” ~ William Butler Yeats

Congratulations to you all from the Prince Rupert District Teachers’ Union

Cyrus Sobredo

FRANK’S AUTO REPAIR (1996)

Congratulation Graduates!

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Jesse Schaeffer

1045 Saskatoon Avenue, Prince Rupert 250-624-4707

There are many different ways of following through… Sometimes it’s about going there, not getting there. Sometimes it’s the journey that teaches you a lot about your destination. - Drake

Canfisco

Logic will get you from a to b. Imagination will take you everywhere. ~ Albert Einstein

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CHARLES HAYS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Commencement Class of 2014

Travis Stenset

Journey Stevens

Kennedy Thorson

Skylar Tuba

Congratulations to the Grads of 2014

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Andrew Stewart

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Kristopher Vanderwiel

Kirkland Stroud

Hunter Vanier

Billie Jo Swanson

Steven Vermeeren

Kate Tattersall

Nathan Ware

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to the Graduates of 2014!

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Graduation is only a concept. In real life everyday you graduate. Graduation is a process that goes on until the last day of your life. If you can grasp that, you’ll make a difference. ~ Arie Pencovici

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Graduating Class of 2014

No photo available

Corey Wesley

No photo available

Taryn Wesley

Christopher West

Aaron Wilson

Meagan Wilson

Tyler Winther

Dana Zak-Stewart

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Prince Rupert There is a good reason they call these ceremonies “commencement exercises” Graduation is not the end; it’s the beginning. -Orrin Hatch

A successful person is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks that others throw at him or her. ~David Brinkley PRINCE RUPERT 250-624-4357 250 -624-4357 Toll Free 1-855-604-4357

Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. - Nelson Mandela

Congratulations to our graduating staff Jacklyn & Michayla (not pictured Paige, Tamera)

The one who follows the crowd will usually get no further than the crowd. The one who walks alone, is likely to find himself in places no one has ever been. ~ Albert Einstein

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DISCOVER PRINCE RUPERT Editorial content by: Bruce Wishart Shaun Thomas Photos by: Shaun Thomas Lisa Thomas Martina Perry Todd Hamilton Chad Graham

TABLE OF CONTENTS An urban oasis in the wild....Page 4 Discover Nature Wildlife watching...Page 5 Sport fishing....Page 6 Outdoor fun....Page 7

Sales: Ed Evans Lisa Thomas Graphic design by: Lisa Thomas Shaun Thomas

Discover The City Three ways to shop....Page 8 Come celebrate....Page 10 Conferences and events....Page 12 Accommodations....Page 13

Publisher: Todd Hamilton

Discover History Connect with the past....Page 14 Connect with rich culture....Page 15 Discover Adventure By land, air and sea....Page 16 Discover Prince Rupert Walks, hikes and trails....Page 17 Our hidden treasures....Page 18

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AN URBAN OASIS ON THE WILD COAST Nestled on Kaien Island and right on the Pacific Ocean, the city of Prince Rupert offers visitors a unique experience that simply can not be replicated.

be found in this North Coast gem include fine dining, fast food, pubs and ethnic foods such as Chinese, Vietnamese, Italian, Greek and Japanese.

It’s a community where wilderness meets the urban experience and where recreation, the arts and culture flow together seamlessly.

Prince Rupert has a rich and varied history starting with the vision of Charles Melville Hays, who saw the city as a terminus for the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway. The region’s history is captured from pre-contact to present day, in the Museum of Northern B.C., the Kwinitsa Rail Museum, the Port Interpretive Centre and the North Pacific Cannery National Historic Site in Port Edward.

For those who enjoy spending time on the open waters, activities such as world-class sport fishing, whale watching, grizzly bear viewing and kayaking will provide a full day of memories for people of all ages. For those who prefer to keep their feet on firmer ground, Prince Rupert is home to a number of trails through the coastal rainforest, an 18-hole golf course, an outdoor gym and the Earl Mah Aquatic Centre. Shopping in Prince Rupert can be an experience unto itself, with three distinct shopping areas in town — Cow Bay, downtown and the Rupert Square Mall — and stores that run the gamut in terms of selection, price and uniqueness. And after a busy day shopping, there is a restaurant to suit any taste and budget. The selection of food that can

Residents of Prince Rupert are proud of their community and nowhere is that more evident than in the many festivals and activities that take place during the year. From dance festivals to a four-day Seafest celebration every June, the spirit of Prince Rupert is always on display. As well as Prince Rupert itself, the city serves as a gateway to even greater adventures through connections with BC Ferries to Haida Gwaii and Vancouver Island, the Alaska Marine Highway System, Via Rail and a variety of charter seaplane operators located in town. This year, we invite you to discover our nature.

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CREATE MEMORIES WATCHING WILDLIFE Prince Rupert offers endless wildlife viewing opportunities. Within the city limits, deer wander the streets and eagles seem to outnumber people. Spending a quiet moment watching boats along the waterfront is often rewarded by a glimpse of a harbour seal or one of many species of seabirds. If you’ve never been whale watching, it’s an adventure that words can’t describe. These massive mammals frequent the waters around Prince Rupert throughout the summer, with peak viewing for gray whales running from April to August and peak viewing for humpback whales starting in midJuly. Tour operators in the area have an uncanny ability to know just where to find them. Simply witnessing the tails and arched backs coming out of the water is something to see, but often times the humpback whales can be seen bubble-feeding, which entails a group of whales releasing bubbles to confuse their would-be food before all coming to the surface as one, mouths agape, to feast. You may even be fortunate enough to see one of these giants of the sea breach the surface, seeming to defy gravity as they launch several feet into the air. Tours leave daily during the summer.

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Just north of Prince Rupert is the Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary, where the majestic bears live in a pristine wilderness uninterrupted by human development. It is a place that isn’t accessible by land, but tour operators in Prince Rupert can take guests to the verge of the shoreline to view the grizzly bears in their natural habitat. And who knows, on the way to see the bears you may just see some of the larger whales, seals and orcas. The timing of your visit will determine the species you see. There is a good chance you’ll see more than whales or bears on your tour as harbour seals, stellar sea lions, porpoises, eagles and many more creatures are present in the area.

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A SPORT FISHING DESTINATION Place yourself aboard a fully equipped charter boat on the Pacific Ocean, feeling the salt spray and sea wind as you wait for the first strike on your line. From the beautiful island speckled waters of Chatham Sound to the wide open currents of the Hecate Strait to pristine steep mountainlined fjords, the opportunities to fish in stellar locations are endless.

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This is the fishing experience that awaits you in Prince Rupert, a sport fishing destination to rival any in the world. The waters around Prince Rupert are rich in the nutrients that support an abundant resident fish population and straddle the migratory salmon routes. All five species of salmon can be found in these waters: chinook, coho, chum, pink, and sockeye. You can also jig for halibut or lingcod and enjoy crab, prawns and shrimp. You can hire the services of one of several experienced and knowledgeable sport fishing guides for day or overnight trips.

The Skeena River is one of British Columbia’s most important salmon producers and is famous for its wild salmon and steelhead. The bar fishing is phenomenal.

Those who prefer freshwater angling will reap dramatic rewards.

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OUTDOOR FUN FOR ALL SEASONS The ability to get out in the great outdoors is easy in Prince Rupert. There are a number of paths and trails in Prince Rupert that allow a leisurely exploration of the harbour and the coastal rainforest. Don’t miss Butze Rapids, a groomed trail located five kilometres from Prince Rupert on Hwy. 16, offering an interpretive walk through second and old growth forest, and featuring reversing tidal rapids. The Metlakatla Wilderness Trail weaves the Tsimshian Peninsula, crossing inlets, streams, and marshes with boardwalks, suspension bridges, and a forest canopy viewing tower. The trail begins a short ferry ride from Prince Rupert in the First Nations community of Metlakatla. See Page 17 for details on the various trails in the region. For golf enthusiasts, it is uncommon to experience a round of golf at Prince Rupert Centennial Golf Course without a wildlife sighting. Always lush and vibrant, this wonderfully scenic North Coast course is admired for its natural beauty, high level of conditioning and strategic challenge. Some of the amenities include a putting green, pro-shop, golf lessons and a bar.

DISCOVER NATURE Kayaking is easy to master and is the perfect way to explore the coastal environment, allowing you to quietly study the wild coastline. For winter enthusiasts, skiing is a popular activity in Northern British Columbia. Shames Mountain, located between Terrace and Prince Rupert, offers not only deep powder but amazing panoramic vistas amidst the majestic Coast Mountain Range.

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A UNIQUE SHOPPING EXPERIENCE Cow Bay The most uniquely Prince Rupert shopping experience can be found in an area named Cow Bay, due to cows being loaded off boats in the area in the early days of the city. Here visitors can shop along the waterfront and enjoy the beautiful scenery offered by the harbour.

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As for the shopping, the selection in Cow Bay is as interesting as the place itself. You will find locally owned boutique shops carrying North Coast and Canadian gifts and trinkets located next to funky coffee shops and restaurants selling seafood, sushi and everything in between. Cow Bay is also the place for art lovers with the opening of the Ice House artist’s cooperative. The Atlin Market location features work from local artists in any medium you can imagine - from photography and paintings to knit clothing to glass and shell work to some things that need to be seen to be believed. Cow Bay is also home to the Port Interpretive Centre, which offers a glimpse into the role overseas shipping plays in Prince Rupert and how the operations work. Downtown Prince Rupert Prince

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stretches for eight blocks along Second and Third Avenue West starting on McBride Street — the entry to town. Walking along the sidewalk on Third Avenue you’ll pass thrift shops, electronics stores, restaurants, jewellery shops, coffee shops, clothing stores and banks. You’ll also pass City Hall, the historic Besner Block building, a statue of town founder Charles Hays and a totem pole. Along Second Avenue you can expect to see everything from gaming stores to a pet shop to a news stand to fishing tackle to restaurants, convenience stores, gas stations and everything in between. Many of the stores are locally owned

and operated business you won’t find elsewhere, but you’ll also see some familiar brand name chain stores, highlighting the variety of shopping in Prince Rupert. Rupert Square Mall If you prefer to find everything under one roof, the Rupert Square Mall is the place for you. The mall features brand name chains that carry clothing, hardware, electronics, shoes, cosmetics and much, much more beside restaurants and service businesses like insurance and banks. The Rupert Square Mall is THE one stop shopping location here on the north coast.

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COME CELEBRATE ON THE NORTH COAST Throughout the year, “Rupertites” gather to celebrate heritage, sports, culture and northern lifestyle in an ambitious schedule of festivals.

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The largest summer celebration is Seafest, held the second weekend of June. The four-day festival includes one of the largest parades in Northern B.C. as the Seafest Parade features dozens and dozens of entries, can last well over an hour and loops itself through seven blocks on 2nd and 3rd Avenue West where people are lined up three deep to see the different floats. Seafest also includes a full day of activities downtown on Saturday and a full day of activities along the waterfront on Sunday. On July 1, the volunteers of the Prince Rupert Special Events Society celebrate Canada’s birthday with a full day of activities in Mariner’s Memorial Park. Along with the traditional singing of O’ Canada and the raising of the flag, volunteers hand out flags, vendors tempt the palate with a variety of food and musicians, dancers and other artists entertain the crowd on the bandstand. For the kids, there is facepainting throughout the day, games like the sack race and the egg race and, if the weather is nice, a bouncy castle to play and expend some of their energy. The following month local actors take center stage, literally, for the annual

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Udder Theatre Festival. Held in midAugust, this will be the 16th annual Udderfest, the only fringe theatre festival in northwestern B.C. While there are some out of town performances, the majority of plays are written, directed and acted out by local theatre buffs who make up the Harbour Theatre Society. Ranging from improv to drama to comedy, the shows cover a broad range of genres and topics.

year thousands of fans join hundreds of players of all ages for competition in four different divisions.

Another iconic event in Prince Rupert is the All Native Basketball Tournament held every February. It is Canada’s largest First Nations basketball competition and the longest running event in Northern B.C. Every

Theatre performances at the Lester Centre of the Arts, bonspiels at the curling club, scrambles, tournaments at the golf course and other gatherings such as Smolt Fest round out the social calendar on the North Coast.

Depending on the timing of your trip, you may also find yourself joining residents in celebrating Winterfest on the first weekend of December, Children’s Festival in early March, Halloween Fest on October 31 or National Aboriginal Day on June 21.

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HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT IN RUPERT Make your next meeting unique by choosing Prince Rupert, an urban oasis in the coastal wilderness.

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From contemporary state-of-theart spaces with spectacular ocean views to unique meeting spaces in a museum setting, Prince Rupert adds atmosphere to your meeting. Excellent facilities and professional support services for your conference and event are just the beginning. Venues within the city range from those designed to host hundreds to those designed to host dozens, but each comes with everything you need to impress delegates. Enhance your event with pre-and-post conference activities. The opportunities are unique and vast. From legendary saltwater fishing, exceptional wildlife viewing, top-notch attractions and extensive outdoor activity options, you’ll be sure to find something to enrich your event. The selection of food and drink establishments in the city also lends itself to extracurricular social gatherings. Prince Rupert is easy to reach and, with air, road, ferry, and rail travel to choose from, the journey is sure to be memorable.

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STAY IN COMFORT Visitors to Prince Rupert will find a wide variety of accommodations including campsites, hostels, cabins, bed and breakfasts, hotels, motels and lodges. Most hotels and motels are located in or close to the downtown area while the bed and breakfasts are scattered throughout the city and in some of the outlying villages. Lodges are further away from the city and are usually accessed by boat or seaplane.

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With over 700 rooms in Prince Rupert, you’re sure to find one that meets your needs. Many have restaurants on the premises and some have kitchenettes. Some of our properties overlook the ocean or have harbour views. Our bed and breakfasts are as varied as the people who run them, and whichever you choose, you’re sure to enjoy a good night’s sleep and be treated to some local hospitality and a great breakfast in the morning. For the budget conscious visitor there are wonderful hostel facilities available in Prince Rupert. Enjoy your stay in a cozy environment where you can trade stories with other travellers. Many visitors to northern B.C. enjoy camping or have travelled by RV. There are camping and RV facilities in Prince Rupert, but space does usually fill up in the summer months so reservations are encouraged. Visitors to Prince Rupert may book with confidence when making a reservation at one of the properties listed in this guide as they have all received their Tourism BC Approved Accommodation designation.

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CONNECT WITH THE PAST To say that the city has a rich and varied history would be an understatement. Many visitors begin their exploration of the North Coast at the longhousestyle building that houses the Museum of Northern British Columbia. As you explore the museum galleries you will discover the rich diversity of North Coast nations and their unique ceremonial art — as well as Prince Rupert’s history in railway construction and the development of a port city. North

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established in 1889 and ran almost continuously for one hundred years until it was named a National Historic Site in 1989. North Pacific is the most complete remaining salmon cannery of the thousand that once dotted the west coast from California to Alaska. A visit to the museum, in its remarkable river setting, will transport you back to the hectic days of cannery life when large communities of diverse ethnic backgrounds gathered to harvest the salmon. A series of other museums explore the wealth of European history in the city. At the Kwinitsa Railway

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Museum, visitors can experience the life of early station agents and linemen who worked the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway at the turn of the century. The Firehall Museum features many artifacts demonstrating the history of the fire department since 1908, such as a rebuilt 1925 R.E.O. Speedwagon fire engine. Prince Rupert Archives, located at City Hall, offers a unique glimpse into the history of the community, while the Port Interpretive Centre, in Atlin Terminal, provides an interactive exploration of Prince Rupert’s vibrant seaport.

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CONNECT WITH A RICH CULTURE Prince Rupert lies at the heart of the traditional territory of the Tsimshian First Nation. Tsimshian territory is bordered by the traditional lands of the Gitxsan, Nisga’a, Haida and Heiltsuk people, many of whom today make their home in Prince Rupert as well as in their traditional communities along the coast. For countless generations Tsimshian communities presented the familiar line of post and beam houses along the forest’s edge in sheltered bays, with magnificent canoes drawn up on the beach and tall crest poles telling the story of each house and family. Today these first people bring rich traditions, including unique art and architecture, that are still part of our daily lives. As you explore Prince Rupert you will find many crest poles, or totem poles that bear witness to the ancient traditions of the First Nations. Many of the most famous Northwest Coast artists live and work in Prince Rupert. Throughout the community you will find original sculptures, prints and jewellery, and possibly

even be able to observe artists at work. The Northwest Coast of America came to European attention during the Age of Discovery, when Spain, England and Russia all competed to expand their influence on the Pacific coast, but it was trade that brought Europeans into direct and last contact with the First Nations of the coast. The fur trade led the newcomers to see that the real wealth here was salmon. By the end of the 19th century, dozens of cannery villages were scattered throughout this area to take advantage of the rich salmon runs of the Skeena and Nass rivers. The selection of Kaien Island as the terminus of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway, and the arrival of the first surveyors on the future site of Prince Rupert in 1906, was the beginning of Prince Rupert.

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Throughout the 20th century the little port city became known for its fishing, logging, and transportation activities.

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ARRIVE BY LAND, BY SEA OR BY AIR Prince Rupert is easily accessibly by road, ferry, rail, air, yacht or even cruise ship, and the journey is a big part of your visit.

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If you want to experience B.C.’s famous Inside Passage, BC Ferries and the Alaska Marine Highway System operate routes to and from Prince Rupert connecting to Port Hardy on Vancouver Island, Haida Gwaii (formerly the Queen Charlotte Islands), and Alaska. You can travel as a foot passenger or cruise with your vehicle. Once on board you will find attractive passenger lounges with viewing windows and outdoor observation areas to ensure you don’t miss the spectacular scenery. You will also find food services, cabins and gift shops to make sure your time on the ferry is enjoyable. Rail travel offers a relaxing way for visitors to experience VIA Rail’s Skeena Route, offering service between Prince Rupert and Jasper, Alberta, with an overnight stop at Prince George, B.C. This route allows guests to take in some of British Columbia and Alberta’s most impressive scenery. The train is equipped with comfortable passenger cars with on-board dining options, making rail travel an attractive option for many visitors.

Air travel is easy with daily flight connections from Vancouver. Two airlines provide service to Prince Rupert: Air Canada and Hawkair. Both airlines operate out of the Vancouver International Airport. Driving to Prince Rupert is one of the most scenic ways of getting here. Just outside of Prince Rupert, follow the famous Skeena River and take in the breathtaking views of the Coast Mountains rising straight up along the horizon. The 140 kilometre drive connecting Prince Rupert to Terrace is a must see for visitors driving through Northern B.C. Other highlights include

a labyrinth of secondary and forest roads and two ferry systems await those looking for the ultimate road trip. You will find awe-inspiring scenery and friendly people. Bring your camera, fishing gear, hiking boots and sense of adventure as it truly doesn’t get any better than this. Whether you’re travelling by car, RV, or organized bus tour, travelling north, south, east or west, circle tours allow you to move at your own pace and choose your own path. So set aside some time and join us in Prince Rupert as part of your life-changing adventure.

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EXPERIENCE NATURE ON THE COAST Being on the edge of the wilderness, there are hikes in town and on the outskirts that will appeal to people of all ages and abilities. In town there are a number of trails that can be accessed from the streets around town.

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McClymont Park, located across the street from the Jim Ciccone Civic Centre, starts out as a nice walk along a flat path that follows Hays Creek. Shortly after though it transitions into a thin trail through one of the city’s many patches of wilderness, going along rolling hills and following Hays Creek until it becomes a tidal pond near George Hills Way on the eastern side of town. Moresby Park, located on the west end of town across the 2nd Avenue bridge, takes visitors to a secluded pond that is looped by a nice gravel trail. With wild birds and other animals frequenting the pond, it’s an enjoyable walk through the wild for the whole family. Near the hospital, starting off Omenica Road, is the newly completed Mount Hays Connector trail. This trail includes a series boardwalks that takes the hiker from the top of the west side to Wantage Road, just at the base of Mount Hays. From there it is a short walk to the Lester Centre parking lot or, for those who really enjoy a challenge, a lengthy hike to the top of Mount Hays along an old access road. Also on Wantage Road, accessible from the parking lot of the Lester Centre of the Arts on the way into town, is Oldfield Creek Hatchery and the trails around the creek. These short trails go through the woods along the golf course and are easy for people of all ages. A new attraction to the North Coast, the Metlakatla Wilderness Trail is approximately 10 kilometres (20 kilometres return) and weaves through the forest along the Tsimshian Peninsula. It crosses inlets, streams, and marshes with boardwalks, suspension bridges, and a two-tiered interconnected forest canopy viewing tower. Access to secluded beaches and picnic spots can also be found along the trail. There is a fee to access the trail. Just down the highway is one of the most popular trails for residents and visitors alike. Built in 1992, Butze Rapids trail is located a short distance out of town, with its own parking lot. The 1.8 kilometre loop trail is well maintained crush that moves from lush forest through a wetland meadow filled with grasses and unique vegetation before winding along the ocean — offering

From top: Diana Lake Provincial Park, the reversing rapids at Butze, the pond at Moresby Park.

a perfect spot to catch some sun or have a picnic. On the way back to the parking lot, be sure to look for the reversing rapids, a phenomenon created by rising and lowering tides making their way through the narrow channel near Grassy Bay. Public transportation is available o the site. Further out, eight kilometres past Port Edward, is Diana Lake Provincial Park. Just past the first picnic area, also accessible from the parking lot, is a short trail that takes you down to where the overflow from the dam cascades into the creek before following the creek itself back to the road. And after a nice walk on a hot day,

there’s nothing better than a quick, refreshing dip in a lake. Fortunately, the North Coast has several lakes that are easily accessible. To soak up some sun, have a campfire and a picnic, the Diana Lake beach provides a great place for families. A sandy beach, covered shelter and plenty of picnic tables make this a choice destination. Across the highway from the Diana Lake entrance is Prudhomme Lake, which also has a few spots to pull out and go for a swim. And on the way to Terrace, near Rainbow Summit, there is a beach and boat launch at Rainbow Lake to use.

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is dedicated to those who lost their lives at sea. One of the most touching stories told here is of the fishing vessel Kazu Maru. Kazukio Sakamoto sailed aboard this vessel from Owase, Japan, and was tragically lost at sea. Two years later his boat was found and brought into Prince Rupert for identification. When it was realized that the Kazu Maru came from Owase, Prince Rupert’s sister city, the vessel was lovingly restored and given a position of honour in Mariners’ Park.

The Sunken Garden was originally excavated as the first foundation for the adjacent Provincial Court House, and served as munitions storage during the Second World War. Today the Sunken Garden includes walkways and benches for quiet contemplation amid local and exotic floral gardens, including a Japanese garden and butterfly garden.

a classic Art Deco building but with unique Tsimshian detail instead of the traditional Greco-Roman motifs. Watch for the booklet Heritage Walking Tours in bookstores for more information.

Murals Several businesses in Prince Rupert have been adding murals depicting coastal themes by artisi Jeff King. Watch for them throughout the downtown area and in Cow Bay. City Hall Hints of the Past

Kazu Maru Pacific Mariner’s Memorial Park

Prince Rupert features surprisingly diverse architectural styles. One of the most stunning examples is City Hall. Standing next to the flamboyant Besner Block, with its Spanish Colonial Revival style, City Hall is

At the Visitor Centre in the lobby of the Museum of Northern BC, you’ll find an evocative mask of a shaman surrounded by his healing spirits, by Nisga’a artist Ron Telek.

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TEN THOUSAND YEARS OF TRADE AND A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITY ALL IN ONE PLACE. Prince Rupert’s new Port Interpretive Centre is a place for exploration. Witness the history and operations of Canada’s leading-edge port through interactive multimedia, video, and displays. Meet the hard-working people and mammoth systems responsible for safely guiding ships and moving goods worth billions of dollars to destinations around the globe. This is your place to discover the Port of Prince Rupert: North America’s fastest-growing gateway to the Paciﬁc.

AT THE COW BAY WATERFRONT IN PRINCE RUPERT FREE ADMISSION · CALL 250 624-4559 FOR INFORMATION INDEPENDENT EXPLORERS WELCOME · ENGLISH & FRENCH TOURS AVAILABLE VISIT WWW.RUPERTPORT.COM/CENTRE FOR CURRENT HOURS

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Yes! You deserve it.

Scan QR code with your mobile phone to watch a video tour or visit cresthotel.bc.ca

CREST HOTEL 222 First Ave. W. Prince Rupert, BC 1800-663-8150 cresthotel.bc.ca