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Hydro outage a shot in the dark Gazette staff PORT HARDY—The power outage that left the North Island dark for nearly 12 hours last week was caused by vandalism, a BC Hydro spokesman said. “Our crews found that someone had shot out an insulator at a trans-

former north of Port McNeill,” said Ted Olynyk. “This isn’t the first time, either; we also had an outage in 2009 as the result of a shot-out insulator.” Local RCMP are asking anyone with information to contact its Crimestoppers hot line or BC

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Hydro. The incident occurred at or near BC Hydro’s Keogh substation, near the Highway 19 junction to Port Alice, at about 1:30 p.m. Aug. 26. The outage left more than 7,000 customers across the North Island without power, disrupt-

ing businesses and sending hydro crews scrambling to locate and repair the damage. Residents were initially give an estimate of 3 p.m. for comple-

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Parents and teachers set up for a rally and picket outside the offices of School District 85 in Port Hardy Tuesday morning. A O’Toole

No deal; strike continues Aidan O’Toole Gazette staff School supplies were put to use crafting picket signs this week as parents joined striking teachers on the line outside the School District 85 office in Port Hardy. While the bell rang on schedule at First Nations band and private schools across the North Island, public schools saw a return to the picket line for teachers after eleventh-hour mediation attempts collapsed over the weekend. The teachers’ union and government representatives have been at an impasse over wage and funding issues since the full strike began June 17, each side blaming the other for the stalled talks. The government’s position is that the British Columbia Teachers’ Federation has made unrealistic demands which are out

of line with other public-sector agreements. Minister of Education Peter Fassbender released a statement on the weekend saying, “The (teachers’) union made no substantive effort to get anywhere near the zone on wages and benefits. Their moves were so small that their compensation demands remain nearly double what 150,000 other B.C. public-sector workers have settled for. They even insist on a special $5,000 signing bonus that no one else received.” BCTF President Jim Iker, meanwhile, accused the government of being unwilling to negotiate. “After two days of work with (mediator) Vince Ready, it has

See page 4 ‘No end in sight” Mum Sarah Puglas takes a snap as Grade 1s Dylan and Dallas Puglas and Grade 5 Louis Walkus prepare for the first day of A O’Toole the new term at Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw School.

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Fall Fair is afoot Gazette staff PORT HARDY— Coming off their biggest event in recent memory, organizers of the Mount Waddington Regional Fall Fair hope to up the ante with the help of some added features this weekend. The Fall Fair, themed “Casting a Net — Capturing the Arts of the North Island”, will take place Sept. 6-7 in Port Hardy at the Civic Power to the North Island was cut for nearly 12 hours last week after a vandal shot out Centre and at Don an insulator at the Keogh substation near the junction of Hwy. 19 and Hwy. 30. J.R. Rardon Cruickshank Memorial

Arena. In addition to regular displays, entertainment and food, the fair is returning several popular features introduced in the last few years, including the dog show and an appearance by the North Island Farmer’s Market — complete with scarecrow-making for kids. In keeping with the marine theme, the fair will also hold a seafood chowder contest, with recipes to be cre-

ated and judged on site. Also, entertainment coordinator Brian Hicks brings back the Saturday evening “coffee house” with afterhours entertainment. For details on these and other fair highlights, see our insert in this edition of the Gazette. The fair is open Saturday from 10 a.m.6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., followed by trophies and prize presentations.

Tips sought in Hydro attack from page 1 tion of repairs, a time frame then changed to 8 p.m. and, finally, 11 p.m. Power was restored shortly before 1 a.m. Aug. 27. BC Hydro scrambled a helicopter for an air search to support ground crews that worked overtime to locate and repair the damage. “It’s amazing someone would do this,” said Olynyk. “It has an impact on the safety of our crews, the economic loss that local busi-

ed on site throughout the afternoon for the power to be restored. The Hyde Creek Petro Canada station and the Swiftsure Esso in Port Hardy were able Ted Olynyk to remain open under generator power, and nesses suffer, and the both had steady queues safety of all residents of customers at their gas pumps and cash in the community. “This is a very seri- registers throughout ous piece of vandal- the day. Police were notified ism.” Grocery stores and when evidence of the other businesses in vandalism was discovPort Hardy and Port ered, but due to the McNeill were closed nature of the emergency PATTERN CHANGE Hydro crews prioriwhileTRAFFIC employees wait- BC

“This is a very serious piece of vandalism.”

tized repairs over preservation of evidence. “By the time we were called they had fixed it and taken everything away,” said Sgt. Craig Blanchard of Port McNeill RCMP. “They cleaned everything; there are no tire prints left.” The file is held by Port Hardy RCMP. Anyone with information on the incident is urged to call the detachment at 250-949-6335 or the toll-free Crimestoppers line at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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No end in sight for teachers’ strike from page 1 become clear that the government is not prepared to find a fair settlement that will get B.C.’s students and teachers back in classrooms. The BCTF team tried to kick-start meaningful talks by dropping some proposals entirely and reducing others substantially. In total, our moves today reduced our package by $125 million. Unfortunately, the government did not indicate they were willing to make any meaningful moves in return.” Unfortunately for those in the crossfire, an agreement seemed a distant prospect this week. “We could be looking at a very protracted negotiation,” Vancouver Island North Teachers’ Association President Sean Gough admitted at Tuesday’s rally. “We’d much rather be

in school right now but the government just isn’t willing to move.” The key sticking point in the impasse seems to be the language proposed on class size and composition. In 2002 the government removed the teachers’ union’s ability to bargain on this issue. Subsequent B.C. Supreme Court hearings have twice ruled that this was illegal, but the government has once again appealed that decision. Gough explained the possibility exists of putting that issue to one side and coming to an agreement on the remaining differences, allowing a return to the classroom. But exactly how that key issue is put aside has driven a wedge between the sides. Gough said that, in essence, the government’s proposal is that the union agrees that the court decisions

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would apply only to past agreements while the sides await the decision on the current appeal; something the union sees as signing away hard-won rights and jeopardizing future decisions. “I think we spend too little time with the kids as it is,” teacher Gail Monckton said from the picket line

at Sunset Elementary School in Port McNeill Tuesday morning. “It’s heartbreaking.” Even if a way to postpone those negotiations can be agreed upon, Gough said, a return to the classroom was unlikely this week. Parent Starla Burton said she was disgusted at the way teachers

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understand is that they won’t see any of this money until the strike is settled. They have to sign up now and then there’ll be one lumpsum when it’s over. But that money is earmarked for public education and that’s not really where it’s going.” He was quick to point out that he wasn’t criticizing parents who signed up for the subsidy, merely questioning the government’s handling of the funds. One parent who didn’t sign up was Burton. “I’m not taking that $40 a day,” she said. “I think that money should be going to education.” A town hall-style meeting on the negotiations was scheduled for the evening of Tuesday, September 2, after the Gazette went to press. See more online at www.northislandgazette.com and in next week’s paper.

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were being treated and so put out a call via Facebook for parents to come out and show solidarity with the educators. “Everybody’s complaining about (the strike) but no one is doing anything,” she explained, “so I thought we should get out there and show the teachers our support.” Burton has two chil-

dren that should have been in school this week, and described the government’s handling of the negotiations as “a joke,” saying that she would like to see a much bigger investment into education. “These (children) are our doctors, our lawyers,” she said. “We should be giving the teachers what they’re asking for.” Burton said that she would also like to see a bigger investment into teaching assistants and special needs workers to reduce the load on teachers. Both Gough and Burton questioned the government’s plan to give $40 per day to parents of students 12 and under affected by the strike. “I’ve spoke to a lot of people, a lot of parents on this and I haven’t spoken to anyone who’s in favour of it,” said Gough. “What I don’t think parents

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Mediation fails to break strike impasse Jeff Nagel Black Press Pickets were brandished instead of pencils at public schools Tuesday after an attempt at mediated talks to resolve the teachers strike collapsed over the weekend, ending

hopes classes could start on schedule. School district administrators warned parents of children requiring alternate child care to plan for a lengthy shutdown of schools and to not assume the labour dispute will be

resolved in a matter of days. Veteran mediator Vince Ready walked away from the exploratory negotiations Saturday, saying the two sides were at “an impasse” and simply too far apart – particularly on

wages and benefits – for mediation to be productive. Another challenge to a negotiated settlement remains the government’s pending appeal of a B.C. Supreme Court ruling that it violated the union’s

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closed. The lump sum payments are scheduled to come after the strike ends and consume all the $12 million a day in strike savings the government would have amassed going forward.

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Labour pains, but shouldn’t

It is nothing more than a coincidence of the calendar, but there was an obvious lesson in the timing of the last-ditch “negotiations” between the B.C. Teachers’ Federation and the province over Labour Day weekend. Labour Day, for those who neither know nor care what it is about, was established to remember and recognize the efforts of those who fought nearly a century ago for worker rights and benefits most take for granted today. In some cases, those early organizers literally gave their life for a cause that eliminated child labour, life-threatening working conditions and lack of redress by employers who maintained almost serf-like control of their workers. OK, so those struggles involved private companies rather than public agencies. And nobody is claiming B.C.’s teachers are fighting for their very lives, with contract proposals that include benefits like extended leave times and massages. But those are expendable demands, merely sugar coating on the bitter pill of very real grievances dating back to at least 2002. And they obscure the bigger picture here, the age-old battle between profit and people, between cost and benefit. Regrettably, the trenches of that battle seem to have moved from the negotiating room to the court of public opinion, where spinmeisters work their divide-and-conquer magic on the populace. Literacy in tea leaves is not required to see the fortunes of workers in North America (and, yes, it is far worse in The States, so far) have been backsliding for years. This aided by an ascendent view that declining unions are gobbling up all the money and benefits, leaving none for the rest of us. The truth is “the rest of us” were never better off than when unions were at their strongest, fighting for all workers’ rights. In any case, we’d like to see a little more labour put into actual negotiations, and somewhat less applied to press conferences and spin, thank you. In case everybody’s forgotten, our kids are counting on it.

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One hooligan with a single shot was enough to bring the North Island to a standstill and make unnecessary work for BC Hydro crews.

Bleak summer for ferry remake VICTORIA – There was an uproar in the B.C. legislature this spring when Transportation Minister Todd Stone went ahead with $19 million in cuts to low-usage coastal ferry routes. The plan targeted sailings where ridership was in the low teens or even single digits. Despite the cries of doom, most of the sailing reductions have been managed – with one glaring exception. The Discovery Coast Circle Tour route saw its ferry from Port Hardy to Bella Coola replaced, using the smallest vessel in the BC Ferries fleet, the opendecked Nimpkish. This move wasn’t a direct response to low usage, it was to avoid ordering a replacement for the Queen of Chilliwack, which sailed directly between Port Hardy and Bella Coola. This summer the first leg was consolidated with the Northern Expedition. At Bella Bella, after a lay-

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over of a couple of hours, the Nimpkish took over with space for 16 standard vehicles on its deck and a midnight arrival time in Bella Coola. The direct route had been mainly used by European tourists, who sailed from the Lower Mainland to Victoria, drove the length of the Island, ferried to Bella Coola and drove through the rugged Chilcotin to Williams Lake and back down south to complete the circle tour.

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Warnings came early. “That’s where 90 per cent of the (BC Ferries) money is being lost, on the milk runs, and that’s the part they are keeping,” Petrus Rykes, a tourism operator at Anahim Lake for 40 years, said in March. “The part they’ve cancelled was at 70 per cent capacity, the second highest of all the fleet routes.” The changes meant bookings couldn’t be made until April, too late for most international travelers. A survey by Bella Coola Valley Tourism in midsummer found most operators losing business, from 10 to 90 per cent. Stone and his family took the new route themselves in early August, with the minister offering sunny reports on his blog. Stone summed up his experience this way: “At the end of the day, my assessment is that the Nimpkish is a good tourism product if tourists are A member of

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made fully aware as to the type of service it provides. If correct expectations are set, I believe the Nimpkish can be marketed as a valuable tourism component of the Discovery Coast Circle Tour. “The decision to do this rests squarely on the shoulders of the tourism industry and tourism operators who need to decide whether or not they want this service to work, to grow and to be viable in order to capture a share of the thousands of international tourists looking for exactly the kind of adventure the Nimpkish provides.” Got that, Discovery Coast tourism folks? If this milk run doesn’t work next year, it will be your fault. Heck, the Nimpkish has free snacks and drinks for your 10-hour voyage, much of it in the dark. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@ blackpress.ca.

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High-quality education should be a priority Dear editor, Providing public education of the highest quality is the responsibility of the Government of B.C. To do so, government depends on the BCTF, which represents the teachers employed by the government. For the most part, these two entities work closely together on a day-today basis, providing (historically) some of the best public education in the world. So why the strike? Because over the past 12 years, public education

and the teaching profession in B.C. have both suffered financial losses. At the same time, both have become more complex and demanding as student-centred (learning-centred) supports and conditions disappear. Parents and other members of the public may think a strike is the worst thing that could happen to education; in fact, the worst thing is chronic underfunding. Teachers are on strike because every other avenue to end the chronic under-

funding has failed. If we do not take this stand, those losses will continue and, most likely, increase. B.C. teachers have been patient with government. We have even trusted them, signing short-term contracts, in the hopes of larger gains in the future. Those gains were rarely granted, and if they were, were not funded. Our resolve to hold government accountable to B.C. children and their teachers is strong. It is also painful and expensive. Although

the courts have twice ruled that the government’s stripping of learning conditions was illegal, the government is stalling any restorative action by appealing what the law has declared. That these court cases were even necessary is shameful. And they continue to be costly: the BCTF has spent a large portion of its teachers’ union dues; the government, on the other hand, continues to spend your tax money (and mine) to hire lawyers to argue

against appropriately funding education, preferring to give money to the courts instead of classrooms. How can B.C., let alone your child, continue or begin to prosper when high-quality public education is not a priority in our province? Our government collects more school taxes on more properties with higher values than ever before — so why is public education considered a burden (as the government so often declares public education to be) instead of

a hallmark of good governance? Our children’s education is one of the best investments our government and families can make. It is the only way our province, and our children and their future families, will prosper in the future. Currently, teachers are sacrificing their family incomes for this fight; that’s how dire we see the situation in B.C. schools. What are you doing? Heather Johnson Port Alice

Dear editor, To the Hon. Peter Fassbender, Minister of Education: I work as a lunch supervisor with the school district, making a paltry $300 a month, speaking in support of teachers whose paycheques are exponentially larger than mine. Not only that, but I also happen to have a master’s degree in art education. If only I would do my student teaching requirement, I would be able to work in the school system for a starting salary of about $50,000 a year (before considerable deductions) — but I say no, thank you. Life is too short to spend living with such stress and frustration at any price! As far as I’m concerned, $100,000 a year is not even enough to compensate for the complications of teaching in present day classrooms. I have about 10 years worth of teaching experience as a community art instructor. Interestingly, the classes I taught at the municipal centres had a maximum enrolment of 12. I seem to remember the odd class of 15, possibly of older kids, but I mostly worked with younger age groups. Even when I was less experienced, I never had any “discipline problems” with the kids. I never had to send anyone to the director’s office because they were disrupting the class. I never had to take a

child off to the side and give him or her a talk about his/ her behaviour. I never had to say, “Your behaviour is inappropriate.” I never had to yell, threaten, punish, give students detentions, write their names on the board, or talk to their parents after class…as so often happens in public schools. Why? The main reason: the teacher/student ratios were reasonable. I was able to maintain discipline by keeping the children busy at all times, and I used plenty of redirection and positive reinforcement. I made sure I had enough activities planned, so my students would not have time to think about acting out. I made sure to include something tantalizing with the lesson, like a special “fun” material to work with or an inspiring game to make my students naturally want to participate. If a child looked like he or she was getting into a situation that would lead to trouble, I would redirect him/her to a more positive activity, then offer praise for succeeding at it. If any children looked distracted, I would bring them back with strategic questions about the lesson, a change of pace or activity, or by getting directly involved in their projects. If a child was being purposefully disruptive to get attention, I would ignore him/her and the behaviour would dissipate because the

student was not getting the desired response. I felt that if I looked frazzled, frustrated, angry or even a little uneasy that I would be giving the potentially disruptive child what he/she wanted — a feeling of power, and it would cause the bad behaviour to escalate. I would direct my attention to children who were behaving appropriately, giving them the limelight instead. To do this I had to be able to actually physically see each of my students all at the same time and anticipate their possible next moves. This is feasible in a class of 12 or 15. This is absolutely impossible to do with a class of 20 or 30 or 40 or more… at least, for mere mortals. I am of a certain vintage that I remember the day when there was a strap hanging from a nail on the wall behind the teacher. Compared to what I see today, we were reverent of authority and remarkably obedient. I only recall the teacher using the strap on someone once. But, of course, that was all that was needed to make the rest of us fearful and behave ourselves most of the time. Since I’ve been working for schools, I have witnessed some astounding examples of fearless defiance and unruliness. The strap was abolished over 40 years ago, but classroom sizes have not been adjusted to the new reality. Instead of

being controlled with outdated, threatening class-management strategies, students need to be kept busy and involved with their lessons, and for that, a lower teacher/ student ratio is needed. The net result of this resistance to change, I believe, is what I would call an “epidemic of misbehaviour.” Teachers don’t have time to give individual attention to students to keep them on track and out of trouble. They are forced to maintain an authoritarian, somewhat threatening stance. But of course, teachers of today don’t have the power that teachers of yesteryear did. Fearful of losing control of their very large classes, teachers will right away react to any act of “misbehaviour,” large or small, deliberate or accidental, in the hope of “suppressing” it. What happens instead, I believe, is that by trying to suppress misbehaviour, they are actually, unwittingly, reinforcing it! By drawing attention to students’ undesirable behaviour and then broadcasting it to the rest of the class, teachers are instructing children how to behave the next time they want to get on someone’s nerves. In my off-the-beaten-path experience with children, I’ve found that they are not naturally defiant. I feel they are only defiant because they believe it is expected of them, because that is

what adults tend to respond to most readily, because that is what brings the most “drama.” I’ve also discovered that if you treat children with the utmost respect, they will give it back to you in spades, and then some. Children are so malleable that they can be anything we want them to be. If they are angels or devils it is because of the way adults respond to them. I also feel that children naturally want and need to learn. When they aren’t feeding their rapidly developing brains through learning or play, that is when there are problems. Boredom and stagnation are like death to a child. If children can’t get the mental stimulation they need from their lessons, they will get it by trying to cause a disruption. A lower teacher/student ratio will provide students with more challenge, more activity and the mental stimulation that they so desperately need, leaving little room for defiance. Even in the day-care world there is a much healthier view of supervision. In the B.C. government’s own child-care licensing regulations, child-care centres that have kindergarten and grade one children enrolled must have one staff member per 12 children (there’s that magic number). In child-care centres that don’t have kindergarten or grade one students, the limit can be raised to one staff member per 15 children

(another magic number)… not 20, not 30, not 40 and certainly not 60! If day cares only have to keep the kids occupied and safe and there are such controls on adult/ child ratios, why, in school classrooms — where children not only have to be occupied and safe but also taught — do teachers have to work with double or triple the amount of kids? Why is something that is illegal in the “real world” allowed to go on in schools? When school teachers have salaries that make some people envious, yet they are always going on strike, you have to suspect that there is something is terribly wrong with the school system. The present classroom size and composition situation is simply a hangover from the days when violent punishments were the norm in classrooms. Education now has to make a 180 degree turn and make learning appealing and satisfying to children. Teachers have to be child learning supporters, rather than ineffective classroom police. All tactics that are damaging to children’s innocence, motivation and self-esteem must be eliminated. The only way to do that is to adjust teacher/ student ratios to match the staff/child ratios outlined in your own day-care licensing regulations. Yours truly, Debra Lynn Port Alice

Classroom ratios need a second look

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Offroading kids need to be transported As a parent, I know that children will do things that they are not supposed to, even after you caution them not to and explain what the consequences might be for disobeying. It takes effort and a sense of responsibility to follow up and make sure that the rules are followed. However, after watching some young motorcyclists in Ladysmith the other day, I began to wonder how often out of sight, out of mind was the way some parents operate. We are very fortunate that we can buy — or even that our children can afford to own — a motorcycle or ATV. Even more fortunate are those children whose parents care enough to participate in the use of these machines and ensure that they are used properly and lawfully. If your property is not large enough, then the machines and their riders need to be legally transported to a place that is. Given the number of times that I have seen incidents involving bikes over the years, it is clear that some parents simply turn their children loose to ride as they choose and don’t consider the consequences. We may think about them

getting hurt, or perhaps being fined for improper use, but the possibilities don’t end there. If these riders were to cause a collision on the highway

they are not insured, and the victims or the courts may expect the parents to pay. The next time your child sets out on their motorcycle or other

Traffic talk ATV you need to know where they are going and how they

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Fall schedule to follow soon! A Big OrcaFest THANK-YOU! The Port McNeill & District Chamber of Commerce would like to thank everyone for coming out and enjoying our annual OrcaFest! It was great to see “community” in action and enjoying the day! Special thanks to all of the volunteers who contributed to the success of the event. A grateful thank you to the OrcaFest Committee and to the student staff of the Port McNeill Visitor Centre 2014- You’re the best! Appreciation to the Town of Port McNeill and General Properties for their continued support of this event. This event is a product of the Port McNeill & District Chamber of Commerce. Thanks to our sponsors … BC Hydro, Lemare Lake Logging, Stubbs Island Whale Watching, Western Forest Products Ltd., Fox’s Disposal, Peoples Drug Mart, Supervalu, Island Foods, Town of Port McNeill, Nimmo Bay Resort, Black Bear Resort, Strategic Natural Resource Consultants Ltd., Marine Harvest, Cermaq Canada, Telegraph Cove Marina, The Clothes Inn, Brookfield, Orca Sand & Gravel, Pacific Coastal Airlines and Delta Hotels.

OrcaFest Market … Over 40+ vendors! OrcaFest Stage … Better and better! Thanks to the Port McNeill & Port Hardy Lions for supplying the canopies and chairs. 2014 General Local Election - Port McNeill - Nominations packages for Mayor, Councillor or School Board Trustee are available for pick-up at the Town Office, 1775 Grenville Place from Friday, August 22nd, 2014 until October 10th, 2014. Nominations will be accepted at the Town Office, 1775 Grenville Place from 9:00 am September 30th, 2014 until 4:00 pm October 10th, 2014. Port McNeill’s Strategic Economic Development Plan continues forward movement. Please see www.portmcneill.ca for information. Stay engaged Port McNeill!

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A life with the salmon

Elena Rardon Gazette staff PORT HARDY—A local writer brought the past back to life during a reading of her award-winning novel at the Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre Saturday. Diane “Honey” Jacobson—who goes by her maiden name, Diane Alfred, outside of publishing—read passages for an audience from her new novel My Life with the Salmon. The book is an autobiographical account of her experience working for the Gwa’ni Hatchery. Jacobson, a ‘Namgis author from Alert Bay, worked at the hatchery off and on from the 1970s to 1999. The novel is dedicated to Bert Svanvik, Jacobson’s former boss, who passed away

“It’s about learning to respect the river, respect the valley, and respect the water at all times.” Diane “Honey” Jacobson

in 2007. Her goal in publishing the story was to promote a love and appreciation for the salmon and the ‘Namgis valley, but also to commemorate Bert by setting down events of the past. “It brought Bert back to life in print,” she said Saturday. She talked briefly about the devastating effect that climate change and colonization have had on local salmon populations, as well as the hatcheries. “I try to stay away from politics,” she

warned at the beginning of her reading. “But it’s very hard to keep it out entirely.” Jacobson has had her share of adventures at the hatchery, from river rafting to a close encounter with a family of elk, and so My Life with the Salmon is packed with action. But there is also heart—Jacobson’s writing style is infused with a warmth and humour, but also a sense of wonder of the natural world around her. “It’s about learning

to respect the river, respect the valley, and respect the water at all times,” she said. She tried to thread an Aesop’s Fables aspect into the story, with each tale offering a life lesson. My Life with the Salmon is Jacobson’s second novel with Theytus Books, a pub- North Island author Diane “Honey” Jacobson reads from her most lishing house based recent book, My Life With the Salmon, during an event at the out of Penticton that Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre Saturday afternoon. Elena Rardon promotes Indigenous authors, illustrators and artists. Jacobson’s first novel, a memoir called My Life in a Kwagu’l Big House, was picked up as an educational resource by Simon Fraser University, while My Courtesy of Island Foods Life with the Salmon is you receive a free pop the winner of the 2012 Independent Publisher with every Just for You Book Award. Jacobson placed in the Gazette! currently has a third novel underway with Theytus Books.

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Matilpi pegs crib win Gazette staff PORT HARDY— When the Salvation Army hosted a cribbage tournament a year ago, it was simply a fun way to promote a healthy lifestyle and reward some of its regular Port Hardy clients. Last month, though, it became an annual tradition. The second crib tournament drew more than a dozen competitors for two days of competition and fun, culminating in the Aug. 22 “finals” featuring the last eight qualifiers. Alfred Matilpi came out with top honours and the prize of a $30 gift card donated by Overwaitea Foods,

but each of the finalist earned prizes ranging from gift cards to A&W food to homemade bannock, bread and syrup donated by Cathy Swain. “We’re going to try to do it annually,” said Michael Winter, Port Hardy’s Salvation Army community coordinator. “They all laugh and smile and have a good time.” After the final games, the finalists gathered for a group photo and congratulated each other on their prize presentations. “Thanks, everybody,” Matilpi said after claiming the final prize. “It was a good gathering.”

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• Pacific Coastal - Round trip flight Grade for A,2Fresh, 13.21/kg - Port Hardy/Vancouver 94625-1

• Sightseeing flight with West Coast Helicopters

Chicken Breast Tenders

Also Cutlets or Stir Fry, Boneless, Skinless, Fresh, 11.00/kg 92612-1

5 4

Fresh, 4.39/kg 90025-8

Tomatoes

Large, No. 1 Grade, Hot House Grown, B.C. Grown, 4.39/kg 41050-6

Thanks to all our prize donors!

Appliances, tools, woodstoves and more

EVERY ITEM ON THE MENU IS $

FIND US IN THE CIVIC CENTRE AT THE FALL FAIR

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A fun and inexpensive stop at the Fall Fair and great way to support local enterprise plus scrumptious food!

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Local dancers step up for Hardy comp Gazette staff PORT HARDY— The Civic Centre will soon fill with the sound of the pipes as the Mount Waddington Highland Dancing Association draws dancers to Port Hardy for its Fall Competition and Workshop, September 20 and 21. The competition, a Scotdance Canadasanctioned event, will kick off Saturday, with cash prizes for the top dancers across a variety of classes. Jill Young and Laureen McLaren-Geib, both from Calgary, will make the trip from Calgary to judge the event. On Sunday the judges will host a highland workshop in Port McNeill with Pre-premier from 9 – 10:30 a.m. and Premier Highland – New Championship steps 9 a.m.–noon. The Civic Centre represents a change of venue for the annual event, which has previously alternated each year between North Island Secondary School in Port McNeill and Port Hardy Secondary School. Entry forms and registration information for dancers can be found at the Mt. Waddington Highland Dancing Association’s website, www. mwhda.org. Dancers

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are encouraged to return their completed forms as soon as possible and reminded of the first to enter, last to dance format. For changes in categories or other questions contact Brenda McCorquodale at 250-949-7650 or storeysbeach@gmail. com. Dance Events Saturday September 20 Morning Events (9:30 a.m. start): Primary: 1. Pas de Basques; 2. Pas de Basques and Highcuts; 3. Fling; 4. Sword Beginner: 5. Fling (4); 6. Sword (2&1); 7. Seann Truibhas (3&1); 8. Lilt (4); 9. Flora (4). Novice: 10. Fling (4); 11. Sword (2&1); 12. Seann Truibhas (3&1); 13. Lilt (4); 14. Flora (4). Afternoon events (12 p.m. start): Choreography: 15. Solo choreography; 16. Group choreography. Intermediate: 17. Fling (4); 18. Sword (2&1); 19. Seann Truibhas (3&1); 20. Laddie (4); 21. Lilt (4); 22. Challenge Hornpipe (4). Premier: 23. Fling (4); 24. Sword (2&1); 25. Seann Truibhas (3&1); 26. Blue Bonnets (4); 27. Irish Jig (3&1) 28. Challenge Hornpipe (6).

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Hogs roll for pig roast and toy run Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— The long-awaited return of the rain to the North Island dampened turnout but not enthusiasm as the annual Toy and Rod Run returned to benefit local children. Motorcycle riders from across the Island carried toys and other gifts on the Saturday jaunt from Port McNeill to Port Hardy. They returned to gather at the pub at the Dalewood Inn, which recently has been purchased and renovated by Annie Leblanc and Dawn Harilstad, co-

Left: A rider rolls into Hyde Creek following Saturday’s annual Toy and Rod Run from Port McNeill to Port Hardy. Right: Albert Blackwell of Oregon ladles up corn on the cob at the end of the buffet line at the annual Pig J.R. Rardon Roast and Stomp in Hyde Creek Saturday. organizers of the Toy gathered up to be given the Gazette Christmas draiser followed at annual Pig Roast and to the local Lions Club hampers. Leblanc’s Hyde Creek Stomp, featuring a and Rod Run. An additional fun- home with the ninth meal of roast pig and There, the toys were for distribution with

salmon and followed by live music by the Jam Shack Araknids. “Attendance was great, considering the weather,” said Leblanc. Money from ticket sales is donated to local beneficiaries. To date, the Pig Roast and Stomp has raised more than $22,000 for causes ranging from Port McNeill Hospital to cancer victims to Civil Air Search and Rescue and the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue Unit 50. “Wherever the need is,” said Leblanc.

Left: VINTA president Shawn Gough, left, looks on as volunteer firefighter Gavin Texmo helps himself to lunch after responding to a false alarm during a teachers’ barbecue at Robert Scott School Friday afternoon. Right: Students at Stepping Stones Day Care enjoy frozen treats after being evacuated by the alarm. J.R. Rardon

Smoke but no fire as school alarm sounds J.R. Rardon Gazette editor PORT HARDY—The youngsters at Stepping Stones Day Care were treated to an unscheduled fire drill Friday afternoon when smoke from a barbecue held by the Vancouver Island North Teachers’ Association drifted into the building they share. “It was surprising, but the kids handled it very well,” Stepping Stones director Christina Cheetham said. “It was good practice.” Stepping Stones occupies space in the former Robert Scott Elementary School building. VINTA’s office is also located in the building, and VINTA president Shawn Gough said the teachers were holding a “morale-building” barbecue on the final day before the Labour Day weekend and the first day of school — which was in jeopardy due to

the ongoing teachers’ strike. The grill was set up on the school’s deck, just outside an open door to the hallway. The alarm was apparently activated when smoke drifted inside. A member of Port McNeill’s volunteer fire department, Dacen Brooks, was attending the barbecue with his wife, Sunset Elementary teacher Sarah Brooks, and spoke to dispatchers who called Port Hardy Fire Rescue. As the alarm continued to ring, Gavin Texmo, a Port Hardy volunteer firefighter working nearby, attended the site and concurred with Brooks that there was no fire inside the building. The alarm was finally shut off when School District 85 maintenance supervisor Darby Gildersleeve cross the street from the adjacent SD85 offices to access the main

panel downstairs in the school. “Usually when (the alarm) goes off, it turns off right away,” said Cheetham, who noted Stepping Stones practices fire drills each month. “This time it just kept going.”

Shannon Berry, the grandmother of two of the youngsters in their final day at the day care, had just arrived with ice cream treats and popsicles for the kids when the alarm rang. After they and their adult supervisors filed

out to the field behind the school, they enjoyed the treats outdoors during a welcome break in the day’s periodic rain showers. Texmo did not leave empty-handed, either. After checking the building, he took up

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DAVID FARRANT David Farrant lost his battle with cancer August 25, 2014. He was born in 1938, and was third oldest of the Farrant kids. (Mary, Marvin, David, Charlotte, Edward, Helen, Allan) He lived in the North Island most of his life, and was good at anything that he put his hand to. He was an avid woodsman, and fisherman. He endeared himself to the public as he exercised his skill as a power saw and marine mechanic, always able to successfully repair their problems. He has three children, David, Helen, Brenda and seven grandchildren â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Johnathon, Christina, Natasha, Laura, Travis, Jordan and Kirsten. A lasting tribute to his memory is the trail that he built from Telegraph Cove to Blinkhorn. This has become a real attraction to the visitors to the Cove, and now the trail bears his name. He will be missed by his family, and his many friends in the Port McNeill area. His wish is for the family to scatter his ashes at Blinkhorn at a future date. The family would like to thank Dr. Armogam and the staff at the Port McNeill Hospital for their care of David. No service by request.

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NORTH ISLAND CATHOLIC CHURCHES Father Scott Whittemore 250-9563909 Sunday Masses St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 430 Chapel St.,Port McNeill: 9am St. Bonaventure 4750 Byng Rd., Port Hardy: 11am St. Theresaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s corner of Nigei St. and Marine Dr., Port Alice: Saturdays 5:00pm Alert Bay: 65 Hemlock St., 2nd & 4th: Saturdays 10am 11/14

ST. COLUMBA ANGLICAN UNITED Reverend Wade Allen 9190 Granville St. Port Hardy Phone 250-949-6247 11:00 a.m. Sunday School and Service Wed., 1:00 pm Bible Study Everyone welcome Meeting rooms available columbac@uniserve.com 11/14

FULL GOSPEL CHURCH 2540 Catala Place Port McNeill (across from Firehall) Sunday 10:30 am - Morning Worship Church Office 250-956-4741 Pastor Stan Rukin Youth Pastor: Steve Taylor Cell: 250-527-0144 Office hours: 10am-4pm Mon-Thurs Visitors always welcome www.ptmcfullgospel.org 11/14

CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICAN Alert Bay Sunday Services - 10 am Reverend Lincoln Mckoen 1-250-974-5844 Warden Flora Cook 250-974-5945 Warden Joan Stone 250-974-2234 11/14

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 4680 Byng Rd. Port Hardy Pastor George Hilton 250-949-8925 or 250-949-8826 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone welcomeâ&#x20AC;? Saturday Services 9:30am - Bible Study groups 10:45am - Worship/Praise service Wednesday @ 7pm - Prayer meeting Avalon Adventist Jr. Academy Offering Christian Education 250-949-8243 11/14

PORT MCNEILL BAPTIST CHURCH 2501 Mine Road Sunday 9:45 am (Sept-June) - Sunday School 11:00 am - Worship Service 7:00 pm - Evening Fellowship Youth Group Wed - 7:00 pm Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Programs & Adult Bible Studies are scheduled throughout the year. For information contact Pastor Dave Purdy â&#x20AC;˘ 250-956-4737 11/14

LIGHTHOUSE RESOURCE CENTRE â&#x20AC;˘ Chaplain Services â&#x20AC;˘ Bible Studies â&#x20AC;˘ Spiritual Counselling â&#x20AC;˘ Weekly AA Groups (8635 Granville St. Port Hardy) 250-949-8125 11/14

PORT HARDY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP at Providence Place, 7050 Rupert St Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 7 pm Tuesday Prayer 7:30 pm Midweek Biblestudies - Call the church for time and place 250-949-6466 Pastor George & Karen Ewald (home) 250-949-9674 E-Mail: pastorgeorge@providenceplace.ca 11/14

PORT ALICE ANGLICANUNITED FELLOWSHIP Reverend Wade Allen Sunday Services - 4pm 1-250-949-6247 Box 159, Port Alice You are extended a special invitation to share in our Services 11/14

ST. JOHN GUALBERT UNITED ANGLICAN CHURCH 250-956-3533 Email: gualbert@uniserve.com Please call for worship times Reverend Wade Allen All Welcome 175 Cedar Street Port McNeill 11/14

GWAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;SALA-â&#x20AC;&#x2122;NAKWAXDAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;XW SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH at entrance to Tsulquate Village (8898 Park Dr) Saturday/Sabbath 10:00 am-Sabbath School 11:15 am-Worship Service Pastor Randy Elliott 250-230-1885 cell 11/14

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DISTRICT OF PORT HARDY General Insurance Broker - Request For Proposal RFP 1220-20-487-2014

DISTRICT OF PORT HARDY

The District of Port Hardy (the “District”) is seeking proposals from qualified firms to manage and place the general insurance for the District. The appointment will commence January 1, 2015 and will be renewed on an annual basis up to 5 years in total at the sole discretion of the District. Proposal documents may be obtained • by email request to general@porthardy.ca • on the District of Port Hardy website http://www.porthardy.ca/your-municipal-hall/tenders • at the Municipal Hall, 7360 Columbia Street, P.O. Box 68, Port Hardy, BC, V0N2P0 telephone 250 949-6665 fax 250-949-7433 Sealed proposals clearly marked General Insurance Broker RFP 1220-20-487-2014 will be accepted at the District office up to 4:00 pm Friday, October 17, 2014. Submissions by Facsimile or Email will not be accepted. The District reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to accept the proposal that is deemed most favorable to the interests of the District.

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2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS DISTRICT OF PORT HARDY NOTICE OF NOMINATION NŽƟĐĞ ŝƐ ŚĞƌĞďǇ ŐŝǀĞŶ ƚŽ ƚŚĞ ĞůĞĐƚŽƌƐ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ŝƐƚƌŝĐƚ ŽĨ WŽƌƚ ,ĂƌĚǇ ƚŚĂƚ ŶŽŵŝŶĂƟŽŶƐ ĨŽƌ ƚŚĞ ŽĸĐĞƐ ŽĨ͗ MĂǇŽƌ ʹ ŽŶĞ ƚŽ ďĞ ĞůĞĐƚĞĚ CŽƵŶĐŝůůŽƌ ʹ Ɛŝǆ ƚŽ ďĞ ĞůĞĐƚĞĚ ^ĐŚŽŽů TƌƵƐƚĞĞ ʹ ƚŚƌĞĞ ƚŽ ďĞ ĞůĞĐƚĞĚ ; ^ĐŚŽŽů ŝƐƚƌŝĐƚ NŽ͘ ϴϱ Ͳ TƌƵƐƚĞĞ EůĞĐƚŽƌĂů AƌĞĂ ϭͿ ǁŝůů ďĞ ƌĞĐĞŝǀĞĚ ďǇ ƚŚĞ CŚŝĞĨ EůĞĐƟŽŶ OĸĐĞƌ Žƌ Ă ĚĞƐŝŐŶĂƚĞĚ ƉĞƌƐŽŶ͕ Ăƚ ƚŚĞ ŝƐƚƌŝĐƚ ŽĨ WŽƌƚ ,ĂƌĚǇ MƵŶŝĐŝƉĂů ,Ăůů ůŽĐĂƚĞĚ Ăƚ ϳϯϲϬ CŽůƵŵďŝĂ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ͕ WŽƌƚ ,ĂƌĚǇ͕ ĚƵƌŝŶŐ ƚŚĞ ŶŽŵŝŶĂƟŽŶ ƉĞƌŝŽĚ ǁŚŝĐŚ ĞǆƚĞŶĚƐ ĨƌŽŵ ϵ͗ϬϬĂ͘ŵ͘ ŽŶ TƵĞƐĚĂǇ͕ ^ĞƉƚĞŵďĞƌ ϯϬ͕ ϮϬϭϰ ƵŶƟů ϰ͗ϬϬƉŵ ŽŶ FƌŝĚĂǇ͕ OĐƚŽďĞƌ ϭϬ͕ ϮϬϭϰ͘ NŽŵŝŶĂƟŽŶ ĚŽĐƵŵĞŶƚƐ ĂƌĞ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ Ăƚ ƚŚĞ MƵŶŝĐŝƉĂů ,Ăůů ĨƌŽŵ ϴ͗ϯϬĂ͘ŵ͘ ƚŽ ϰ͗ϯϬƉ͘ŵ͕͘ MŽŶĚĂǇ ƚŚƌŽƵŐŚ FƌŝĚĂǇ͕ ĞǆĐĞƉƚ ƐƚĂƚƵƚŽƌǇ ŚŽůŝĚĂǇƐ͘ QUALIFICATIONS A ƉĞƌƐŽŶ ŝƐ ƋƵĂůŝĮĞĚ ƚŽ ďĞ ŶŽŵŝŶĂƚĞĚ ĨŽƌ͕ ďĞ ĞůĞĐƚĞĚ ƚŽ͕ ĂŶĚ ƚŽ ŚŽůĚ ŽĸĐĞ ĂƐ MĂǇŽƌ͕ CŽƵŶĐŝůůŽƌ Žƌ SĐŚŽŽů TƌƵƐƚĞĞ ŝĨ ƚŚĂƚ ƉĞƌƐŽŶ ŝƐ͗ ͻ Ă CĂŶĂĚŝĂŶ ĐŝƟǌĞŶ͖ ͻ ϭϴ ǇĞĂƌƐ ŽĨ ĂŐĞ Žƌ ŽůĚĞƌ ĂƐ ŽĨ ŐĞŶĞƌĂů ǀŽƟŶŐ ĚĂǇ ;NŽǀĞŵďĞƌ ϭϱ͕ ϮϬϭϰͿ͖ ͻ Ă ƌĞƐŝĚĞŶƚ ŽĨ ƌŝƟƐŚ CŽůƵŵďŝĂ ĨŽƌ Ăƚ ůĞĂƐƚ ϲ ŵŽŶƚŚƐ ŝŵŵĞĚŝĂƚĞůǇ ďĞĨŽƌĞ ƚŚĞ ĚĂǇ ƚŚĞ ŶŽŵŝŶĂƟŽŶ ŝƐ ĮůĞĚ͖ ĂŶĚ͕ ͻ ŚĂƐ ŶŽƚ ďĞĞŶ ŶŽƚ ĚŝƐƋƵĂůŝĮĞĚ ďǇ ƚŚĞ LŽĐĂů 'ŽǀĞƌŶŵĞŶƚ AĐƚ͕ SĐŚŽŽů AĐƚ Žƌ ĂŶǇ ŽƚŚĞƌ ĞŶĂĐƚŵĞŶƚ͕ ĨƌŽŵ ďĞŝŶŐ ŶŽŵŝŶĂƚĞĚ ĨŽƌ͕ ďĞŝŶŐ ĞůĞĐƚĞĚ ƚŽ͕ Žƌ ŚŽůĚŝŶŐ ŽĸĐĞ͘ FŽƌ ĨƵƌƚŚĞƌ ŝŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶ͕ ƉůĞĂƐĞ ĐŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ :Ğī LŽŶŐ͕ CŚŝĞĨ EůĞĐƟŽŶ OĸĐĞƌ Žƌ SƵƐĂŶ ũĂƌŶĂƐŽŶ͕ ĞƉƵƚǇ CŚŝĞĨ EůĞĐƟŽŶ OĸĐĞƌ ŝƐƚƌŝĐƚ ŽĨ WŽƌƚ ,ĂƌĚǇ͕ ϳϯϲϬ CŽůƵŵďŝĂ SƚƌĞĞƚ͕ WO Žǆ ϲϴ͕ WŽƌƚ ,ĂƌĚǇ͕ C sϬN ϮWϬ TĞů͗ ϮϱϬͲϵϰϵͲϲϲϲϱ FĂǆ͗ ϮϱϬͲϵϰϵͲϳϰϯϯ EŵĂŝů͗ ƌĞĐĞƉƟŽŶΛƉŽƌƚŚĂƌĚǇ͘ĐĂ

VILLAGE OF PORT ALICE

2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS NOTICE OF NOMINATION Public Notice is given to the electors of the Village of Port Alice that nominations for the offices of: Mayor: One (1) to be elected Councillors: Four (4) to be elected will be received by the Chief Election Officer or a designated person, as follows: By hand, mail or other delivery service to: Village of Port Alice From: 9:00 am September 30th, 2014 1061 Marine Drive To: 4:00 pm October 10th, 2014 PO Box 130, Port Alice, BC V0N 2N0 Excluding statutory holidays and weekends Nomination forms are available at the Village Office at 1061 Marine Drive as of 9:00 am August 22, 2014 to the close of the nomination period.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: • Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older on general voting day November 15, 2014; • resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law. FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting: Madeline McDonald, Chief Election Officer 250 284-3391 Bonnie Danyk, Deputy Chief Election Officer 250 284-3391 Madeline McDonald, Chief Election Officer

The District of Port Hardy invites proposals for the removal of stumps and material/debris from the new public works yard site located at Trustee Road and Douglas Street. Please submit the proposals to Trevor Kushner, Director of Operational Services, Municipal Hall, 7360 Columbia Street, Box 68, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 no later than 4:00pm September 19, 2014. A mandatory site meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at 10:00am on site. Questions may be directed to Trevor Kushner at 250-949-7779. INFORMATION

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REGIONAL DISTRICT OF MOUNT WADDINGTON COAL HARBOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY COMMISSION 2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS

For further information please contact: Allison McCarrick, Director of Finance Phone (250) 949-6665 or alli@porthardy.ca INFORMATION

REMOVAL AND TRANSPORT OF STUMPS AND DEBRIS

NOTICE OF NOMINATION Public Notice is given to the electors of the Regional District of Mount Waddington that nominations for the office of: One (1) Regional Director – Electoral Area “A” – including Malcolm Island, Simoom Sound, Echo Bay, Wakeman Sound, the unincorporated area of Cormorant Island (‘Namgis FN) and the Mainland including Kingcome, New Vancouver and Gilford Village. One (1) Regional Director – Electoral Area “B” – including Holberg, San Josef, Winter Harbour, Mahatta River and Cleogh Creek. One (1) Regional Director – Electoral Area “C” – including Quatsino, Coal Harbour, Victoria Lake, Hyde Creek, Nimpkish Heights and the unincorporated area surrounding Port Hardy (Fort Rupert Reserve, Quatsino Reserve and Tsulquate Reserve). One (1) Regional Director – Electoral Area “D” – including Springhill Road, Telegraph Cove, Nimpkish Camp and Woss. Four (4) Commissioners – Coal Harbour Local Community Commission, Coal Harbour. TwoWADDINGTON (2) School Trustees – Area 2 – Village of Alert Bay, the Village of Port MT. REG. DIST.--NOTICE OF NOMINATION and Area A, including the Reserves of the ‘‘Namgis First Nation and 3Alice, x 648.00 Whe-La-La-U Area Council. 6629658 INFORMATION for a four (4) year term, will be received by the Chief Election Officer or a designated person, at the following location: Regional District of Mount Waddington Office 2044 McNeill Road, Port McNeill, British Columbia 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Tuesday, September 30, 2014 to Friday, October 10, 2014 (excluding weekends and statutory holidays) Nomination documents are available at the Regional District of Mount Waddington Office or on the RDMW’s website at http://www.rdmw.bc.ca QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE A person is qualified to be nominated, elected and hold office as a member of Local Government and School District if they meet the following criteria: • Canadian Citizen; • 18 years of age or older; or turning 18 on or before General Voting Day • Resident of British Columbia for past six (6) months immediately preceding today’s date; • Be a resident in the municipality or regional district electoral area for past 30 days; • Not disqualified by any enactment from voting in a Local Government election or be otherwise disqualified by law. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: LIETTE PATTERSON, CHIEF ELECTION OFFICER – 250-956-3301 SHANA SHAMBROOK, DEPUTY CHIEF ELECTION OFFICER – 250-956-3301

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sustainable aquaculture SALTWATER ASSISTANT SITE MANAGER - Campbell River

Reporting to the Site Manager, you would lead your team on all site activities at your sea site. Your objective is to optimize production while maintaining or exceeding regulatory compliance. Application requirements â&#x20AC;˘ At least one complete cycle of experience working on a farm sea site, including smolt entries, bloom season, and harvesting (other aquaculture production experience will be considered) â&#x20AC;˘ Strong leadership skills and the ability to foster an efĹľcient and safe team â&#x20AC;˘ Critical and creative problem solving skills â&#x20AC;˘ Able to adjust and adapt quickly and efĹľciently to changes â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent computer skills, particularly the use of Microsoft OfĹľce â&#x20AC;˘ Preference will be given to candidates with a diploma or degree in aquaculture or a related Ĺľeld of study. â&#x20AC;˘ Must be legal to work in Canada at the time of application. This is a camp-based position with 8 days on-shift and 6 days off. Prerequisites to hiring are a Ĺľtness test and a criminal record check How to apply: If you have the skills we are looking for, and would like to become part of our dynamic team, please forward a resume by e-mail to: careers.canada@cermaq.com Please state Assistant Site Manager in the subject line.

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Home & Community Care Coordinator RESPONSIBILITIES: â&#x20AC;˘ Coordination of patient / client services within the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Namgis Health Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Home & Community Care Department â&#x20AC;˘ Managing and administration of the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Namgis Home & Community Care Program. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: â&#x20AC;˘ Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing preferred with three years experience in health programs management and/or home care nursing OR â&#x20AC;˘ Diploma in Nursing with four years in experience in health programs management and/or home care nursing â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge of First Nations health and social issues â&#x20AC;˘ A member in good standing with the Registered Nursesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Association of BC The â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Namgis Health Centre, a modern facility which offers a range of health and social services. Health Centre staff includes: two physicians, nurses, mental health workers, infant development workers, community health representatives, and substance abuse counselors. The community of Alert Bay has a population of 1500 people (Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal). Located in Johnstone Strait, off the northeast tip of Vancouver Island, we offer some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best fishing, whale watching, kayaking, and other outdoor pursuits. The community is also a growing centre for Aboriginal artistic expression in all forms including carving, dance, and other traditions. Salary: BCNU Salary Wage Grid, plus generous benefits package Deadline for Applications: September 12, 2014 For more information on the position, please contact: Georgia Cook, Administrator P.O. Box 290, Alert Bay, B.C. V0N 1A0 ph: (250) 974-5522, fax: (250) 974-2736 email: GeorgiaC@namgis.bc.ca

TOWN OF PORT MCNEILL Position: Part Time Cashier/ Receptionist and Relief Clerk The Town of Port McNeill is seeking a motivated individual for the part time position of cashier/receptionist and relief clerk. Reporting to the Administrator, the cashier/receptionist will perform skilled secretarial and clerical tasks of a complex and often confidential nature. The successful candidate will show courteous and effective communication skills while acting as a liaison between the Municipality and the public, other levels of government and business contacts. They must also have the ability to multi-task, be detail oriented and prioritize a varying workload with shifting priorities. A detailed summery of duties and job qualifications is available at the Town of Port McNeill office. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Friday September 12, 2014. Please forward your resume to the attention of: Sue Harvey, Administrator Email: pmassist@telus.net â&#x20AC;˘ Mail: Box 728, Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 or Deliver by hand: 1775 Grenville Place, Port McNeill, BC All applications and enquiries will be treated in strict confidence. We thank all applicants for their interest.

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Accident on Hwy 19 near Woss We are seeking witnesses, or information from any person, with respect to a motor vehicle accident that happened on July 14, 2014 at approximately 9:00 a.m. along Hwy 19 near the turn-off to Woss. A southbound blue coloured Jeep was heavily damaged. If you have any information please contact: Brian McAllister MacIsaac & Company 3rd Floor - 1117 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1T7 Toll Free: 1-800-663-6299

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Port Hardy meets every Wednesday & Saturday at the Upper Island Public Health Unit on Gray Street at 8pm. Sundays at the Salvation Army Lighthouse, 8635 Granville St., at 7pm. Contact Ed at 250902-0310 or 250-949-9655

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TOWN OF PORT MCNEILL

2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS NOTICE OF NOMINATION Public Notice is given to the electors of the Town of Port McNeill that nominations for the offices of: Mayor One (1) will be received by the Chief Election Officer or a designated person, as follows: Nomination packages are now available for pick up at the Town Office.

Councillor Four (4)

By hand, mail or other delivery service: Town of Port McNeill 1775 Grenville Place Box 728, Port McNeill, B.C. V0N 2R0 By fax to:

250-956-4300

By email to:

pmassist@telus.net

QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: â&#x20AC;˘ Canadian citizen; â&#x20AC;˘ 18 years of age or older on general voting day November 15, 2014; â&#x20AC;˘ resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; â&#x20AC;˘ a person or the commander of an armed forces unit who has been granted freedom of the municipality, if that person is a Canadian citizen; and â&#x20AC;˘ not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.

School Board Trustee Two (2) Tuesday, September 30, 2014 to Friday, October 10, 2014 From 9:00 am To 4:00 pm Excluding statutory holidays and weekends Tuesday, September 30, 2014 to Friday, October 10, 2014 From 9:00 am To 4:00 pm Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Officer by 5:00 pm on Friday, October 17, 2014.

LIST OF REGISTERED ELECTORS Beginning September 30, 2014 until the close of general voting for the election on November 15, 2014, a copy of the list of registered electors will be available for public inspection, at the Town of Port McNeill office in Port McNeill, during regular office hours, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Before inspecting the list, a person must sign a statement that they will not inspect the list or use the information included in the list except for the purposes of Part 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Electors and Elections of the Local Government Act. An elector may request that their address or other information about them be omitted from or obscured on the list of electors.

OBJECTION TO REGISTRATION OF AN ELECTOR An objection to the registration of a person whose name appears on the list of registered electors may be made in accordance with the Local Government Act until 4:00 pm on October 10, 2014. An objection must be in writing and may only be made by a person entitled to be registered as an elector of the Town of Port McNeill and can only be made on the basis that a person whose name appears on the list of electors has died or that a person whose name appears on the list of electors is not qualified to be registered as an elector of the Town of Port McNeill.

FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting: Sue Harvey, Chief Election Officer 250-956-3111 | Karen Cessford, Deputy Chief Election Officer 250-956-3111

B.C. Ferry Authority B.C.for Ferry Authority Call Nominations

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The Coastal Ferry Act mandates a role for the Regional District of Mount Waddington, and other coastal regional districts, in the nomination process the of a Directors the B.C. Ferry Authority.The The Coastalfor Ferry ActBoard mandates role for the of Regional District of Mount Waddington, and other Regional District of Mount Waddington is seeking expressions coastal regional districts, in the nomination process for the Board of Directors of the B.C. Ferry of interest from qualified individuals who wish to be considered Authority.The Regional District of of Mount seeking of interest from for positions as members theWaddington Board of is the B.C. expressions Ferry Authority, commencing April 2015. qualified individuals who1,wish to be considered for positions as members of the Board of the

B.C. Ferry Authority, commencing April 1,Waddington 2015. The Regional District of Mount in collaboration with the Skeena-Queen Charlotte, Kitimat-Stikine and Central Coast Regional The Regional District of Mount Waddington with theto Skeena-Queen Charlotte, Districts will be nominating three in tocollaboration five individuals the B.C. Ferry Authority for consideration as members of be the Board. three to five individuals to Kitimat-Stikine and Central Coast Regional Districts will nominating

Please replace this BC Ferry ad with correctly the B.C. Ferry Authority for consideration as members of the Board. website at www. Information is available on the B.C. Ferry Authorityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bcferryauthority.com. adat www.bcferryauthority.com. Information is available on the B.C. Ferrysized Authorityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s4x5 website Individuals interested in being considered for nomination are requested to complete a nomination form available on the B.C. Ferry Authority Individuals interested in being considered for nomination are requested to complete a website at www.bcferryauthority.com.

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Completed nomination forms will be accepted until the close of business on October 10, 2014. Completed nomination forms will be accepted until the close of business on October 10, 2014.

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We thank you for your interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will We thank you for your interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. be contacted.

Completed nomination forms should beshould forwarded Completed nomination forms beto: forwarded to: Regional District of Mount Waddington Regional District of Mount Waddington Attention: Greg Fletcher, Administrator Attention: P.O. BoxGreg 729Fletcher, Administrator Port McNeill, BC V0N P.O. Box 729, Port McNeill, BC2R0 V0N 2R0 Tel: 250-956-3301 Tel: 250-956-3301 Fax: 250-956-3232 Fax: 250-956-3232 Email: mtonkin@rdmw.bc.ca Email: mtonkin@rdmw.bc.ca

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APPLICATION FOR PESTICIDE USE Pesticide Use Permit (PUP) application # 869-0002-14/17 Applicant: Marine Harvest Canada Inc. Contact: Clare Backman 1334 Island Highway, Suite 124 Campbell River, BC V9W 8C9, (250) 850-3276 or fax (250) 850-3275

The pest control product Interox Paramove 50 (active ingredient Hydrogen Peroxide) will be used in the marine environment for the topical removal of sea lice from aquaculture finfish.

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Paramove 50 will only be used in accordance with the directions as per the product label and the PMRA. Paramove 50 will be administered by either using a well boat or enclosed tarpaulins. Tarpaulin treatments will require fish to be seined and placed into tarpaulin lined confines to contain the required bath volume with product administered as quickly as possible to attain the prescribed concentration. A maximum thirty (30) minute treatment with oxygen monitoring will ensure optimal efficacy. Tarpaulins will be removed after the timed treatment allowing sea water to neutralize the bath. Monitoring will be conducted by fish health staff ensuring treatment success and fish wellbeing. Well boat treatments will require fish to be seined and transferred to a bath pool located aboard a designated vessel. Treatment will be monitored and target a maximum (30) thirty minute dwell time. Fish will then be removed and returned to pens. Treatment water will be neutralized with sea water and released. The treatment locations are Crown land leases located in the Quatsino Sound area in the vicinity of the town of Coal Harbour. The Crown land leases files Ref # Crown Land Lease Ref # 1406961, 1406960, 1407385, 1401722, 1407743. The proposed total treatment area will be 4.99 hectares. InteroxTM ParamoveTM 50 Guarantee: Hydrogen Peroxide 50% For the Control of Sea Lice on Salmon in Fish Farms Registration Number: 29783 Pest Control Products Act PMRA The proposed treatment start date is October 1st 2014. The treatments will be veterinarian prescribed with intermittent use. The proposed duration of use is three years, ending September 30th 2017. Detailed maps of the specific treatment areas can be examined at Marine Harvest Canada Inc. (address above), in Coal Harbour at (Quatsino Band Office), or visit marineharvestcanada.com A person wishing to contribute information about the treatment site for the evaluation of this permit application must send copies of the information to both the applicant at the address above and the administrator under the Integrated Pest Management Act at Ministry of Environment, Coastal Region10470 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 152 Street, Surrey B. C. V3R 0Y3 within 30 days of this notice.

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Notice is given that a Pesticide Use Permit application for the control of sea lice on aquaculture finfish has been forwarded to the Ministry of Environment for authorization.

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WE ARE looking for young enthusiastic carriers to expand our current paper routes in PORT HARDY, PORT MCNEILL, HYDE CREEK and PORT ALICE. A great way to gain experience with your first job and to earn a little extra spending money! Call the office at 250-949-6225 and ask for Circulation.

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EDMONTON BASED Company seeks qualified & experienced Buncher, Skidder Operator & Processor Operator. Fort McMurray, camp work, 21/7 rotation, flight in/out provided, safety tickets and drivers abstract required. Fax 780488-3002; or email resume to: jobs@commandequipment.com

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HELP WANTED

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

APARTMENT/CONDO

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

PORT HARDY

PORT MCNEILL Mobile Home Park Pads for rent. Short walk to shopping, school & ocean. $300/ month Call 250-758-4454

The â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Namgis Health Centre is seeking a Practice Manager for the Doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office DUTIES: Under the direction of the physician, the Practice Manager will be responsible to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office including managing information, financial, and organizational systems. EXPERIENCE: â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum two years experience working in a doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office or comparable managerial setting. â&#x20AC;˘ Demonstrated experience developing office systems and protocols. â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum six months experience working with Wolf Medical Systems, data base systems, and other applicable computer software. â&#x20AC;˘ Effective communication skills. QUALIFICATIONS and RESPONSIBLITIES: â&#x20AC;˘ Medical Office Assistant Certificate or equivalent. â&#x20AC;˘ Familiarity with the BCMA Guide to Fees and MSP Payment Schedule. â&#x20AC;˘ Medical terminology course. â&#x20AC;˘ Thorough knowledge of Wolf Medical Systems and Teleplan / PC software, Excelleris, PACs, Microsoft Word and Excel software. â&#x20AC;˘ Ensure that billings are processed, reconciliation of accounts receivable, billing reports and payment summaries. â&#x20AC;˘ Preparation of on call schedules and submission to Island Health Authority for disbursement of funds. APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 12, 2014 Please send applications to: Georgia Cook, Administrator, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Namgis Health Centre georgiac@namgis.bc.ca P.O. Box 290, Alert Bay, B.C. V0N 1A0 ph: (250) 974-5522 fax: (250) 974-2736 The community of Alert Bay has a population of approximately 1500 people (Aboriginal and Non-aboriginal). Located in Johnstone Strait, off the northeast tip of Vancouver Island, we offer some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best fishing, whale watching, kayaking, and other outdoor pursuits. The community is also a growing centre for Aboriginal artistic expression in all forms including carving, dance, and other traditions.

Job Posting: Book keeper/Comptroller and office Manager Full-time (35 hrs. /wk.) Starting immediately The full-time Bookkeeper and Office Manager will join a dynamic and growing team dedicated to excellence, efficiency and flexibility as KEDC evolves. Working with the CEO and the Board of Directors as needed, the position is responsible for the following: Specific responsibilities: â&#x20AC;˘ High level of competency in SAGE and/or ACCPAC accounting systems â&#x20AC;˘ Carry out all bookkeeping responsibilities including A/R, A/P and payroll â&#x20AC;˘ Follow established procedures for all government reporting requirements such as GST, PST, payroll tax, board reports, WCB â&#x20AC;˘ Administer employee benefits package â&#x20AC;˘ Working with the CEO: a) Follow established procedures for financial reporting on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis b) File annual Board report c) Completion of annual audit d) File annual PST & GST remittance â&#x20AC;˘ Have knowledge and ability to set up electronic/paper filing systems â&#x20AC;˘ Along with CEO and approved by the Board of Direcors, assist in development of the annual operating budget â&#x20AC;˘ Proven track record of performance in audits and report generating â&#x20AC;˘ Extremely high work ethic and confidentiality

Office Management: â&#x20AC;˘ Manage relationships with all outside vendors and services â&#x20AC;˘ Order and manage office and cleaning supplies, including photocopier and printers Reports to: CEO Skills/ experience required â&#x20AC;˘ At least 5 years of proven bookkeeping and accounting experience â&#x20AC;˘ Strong understanding of accounting practices and principals â&#x20AC;˘ High level of competency in SAGE and/or ACCPAC accounting systems â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to work within deadlines â&#x20AC;˘ Strong presentation and communication skills â&#x20AC;˘ Self-motivated while still part of a team â&#x20AC;˘ Must be bondable Remuneration: Commensurate with qualifications and experience Closing: September 12, 2014 To apply: Interested individuals should submit their resume, including 3 references, by email to the following; ecdev@gwanak.info

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PORT HARDY Well maintained 6-plex Great investment $385,000 Call Noreen 250-949-6319 imagine.it@cablerocket.com

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS MOBILE HOME Furn 68x12, Campbell River. 55 plus park w/ dist to d/town. $38500. 250286-1552 leave msg.

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO KINGCOME MANOR

PORT MCNEILL

NEWLY RENOVATED Bach, 1 or 2 bedrooms. Newly furnished available. Free sat tv, over 300 channels. Phone Ron and Linda 250-956-3365 NEW HORIZON Apartments, Port Hardy- 1 bdrm, H/W incldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. $450-$475. Call Jim 250-949-6074. PORT HARDY: Airport Rd. 2 bdrm, quiet. NS/NP. Refs. $550. Call 250-949-6319. Port Hardy, BC West Park Manor & Lindsay Manor 1/2 month free for selected suites! Large one & two bedroom suites, some with a great view, all clean and in excellent condition. Also elegantly furnished executive suites available. Well maintained secure & quiet buildings. Close to shopping. Friendly onsite resident managers. Call Renee toll free 1-877-227-7888 or email for info: comehome@pineridgevillage.ca

PORT HARDY SEAHAVEN APARTMENTS 7070 Shorncliffe St. Oceanview 2 bdrm suite. Fridge/stove, balcony, blinds, private parking stall, locker, laundry on premises. Quiet, adult building, non smoking, no pets. References required. Inquiries contact 250-230-1462 or 250-949-8501

HELP WANTED

Very clean & bright. 2 bdrms, 5 appliances, patio. On site manager. Available Sept 1st. $645./mo. NS/NP. Call Rosaline

250-949-7074 PORT MCNEILL APARTMENTS Well managed 1 & 2 Bdrm suites Gym & sauna on site Call for availability

Phone Rick 250-956-4555 PORT MCNEILL MCCLURE APTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S.

New Management 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom apartments. Competitive prices.

Call 250-956-3526. TWO OCEANS IN COAL HARBOUR

Large fully furnished 2 bdrm Apartments include stove, fridge, washer, dryer & micro. Clean, comfy, quiet & upgraded. Rural setting overlooking harbour. Satellite TV channels included ($90 value). Available Now. $850 inclds hydro or $650+ hydro with a 1 year lease. Pets considered. Call 1250-949-8855. www.twoceans.com

SUITES, LOWER PORT HARDY Ground level entry 2 bedroom suite, 6 appliances, Beaver Harbour Rd. Avail immediately. $750/mo. N/S, N/P. 250-949-7814, 250902-1236. PT.McNEIL- 1-BDRM with all appliances. 1.5 baths. Ocean view, fenced yard. Priv. entrance. N/S, N/P. Avail now. Call (250)956-4593.

TOWNHOUSES PORT HARDY: Seawind Estates, gated community, like new 2 bdrm, $675. (604)4183626, trojan12@shaw. ca PORT HARDY: Seawind Estates, gated community, 3 bdrm, $800 avail. now 604418-3626, trojan12@shaw.ca

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APARTMENTS FURNISHED PORT HARDY Highland Manor â&#x20AC;˘Bachelor â&#x20AC;˘1 bdrm suites Move in incentive on approval References Call Jason 250-949-0192

COTTAGES PORT McNEILL- Hyde Creek furnished 1 bdrm suite, selfcontained with kitchen, private entrance, country setting. Amazing ocean views, very clean, cozy & warm. Laundry, hydro, TV incldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. N/S facility. N/P. Refs reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Avail Sept 30 - May 31. $750./mo. Call 250956-2737. PORT McNEILL: Hyde Creek furnished 2 bdrm cottage, private country setting. Amazing ocean views, very clean, cozy and warm. Laundry, D/W, Hydro & TV included. N/S, N/P. Refs reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Avail end of Sept. May 31. $800./mo. Call (250)956-2737.

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MAINTENANCE OPERATOR Port McNeill, BC - Reference number â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 14-BRP-249

Reporting to the Lead Maintenance Operator, you will have an electrical background and assist in all aspects of operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of the Kokish hydro generating station near Port McNeill, BC. While the primary skill set requirement is electrical, the position is multi-disciplinary. An interest and aptitude for mechanical and physical labour will be required. Other tasks include, but are not limited to: inspection, maintenance and repair of turbine and generators, high voltage switchyard, remote dams, and intake and control gates. The candidate will work on systems used in electronics, programming and electrical networks, such as, but not limited to, PLC, substation equipment, electrical lines, electrical protection, meters, communication links, SCADA systems and technical drawings. Duties also include standby and emergency call out, on a rotating basis and consequently, you must reside within a 30-minute drive from the Kokish hydro generating station. Candidate ProĹľle â&#x20AC;˘ Electrical trade certiĹľcation and 5+ years of related experience. â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent working knowledge of PLCs, electronic and communication equipment, SCADA systems, and electronic relay protection. â&#x20AC;˘ A minimum of Ĺľve (5) years of experience in industrial electricity, preferably in hydroelectric power stations; â&#x20AC;˘ Working knowledge of safety regulations, generation and transmission systems as well as their controls and operations, an asset. â&#x20AC;˘ Sound knowledge of process control for turbo-alternator groups and PLC systems; â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills; â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to work effectively without supervision while collaborating in a teamwork-based environment; â&#x20AC;˘ Desire and aptitude to gain additional skills and knowledge; â&#x20AC;˘ Strong verbal and written communication skills. All interested candidates should apply in conĹľdence to: cv-corporate@brookĹľeldrenewable.com For more information, please visit www.brookĹľeldrenewable.com.

CARS FOR SALE: 2003 Chevy Impala $6500. 2, 1990 Corvette Convertible. For more info call: 250-949-7814. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

25.5 FT 2009 SANDPIPER 5th wheel. Excellent condition. Only used 3 seasons. Incl. hitch and stand. Call 250-9497814.

MARINE BOATS BOAT / RV STORAGE Safe secure storage in N Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest storage facility. 5 acres + chainlink-fenced yard. 15000 sqft inside storage, low rates. Port McNeill. 250-956-4757 or 250-9490227.

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recreation

Submit results to 250-949-6225 Fax 250-949-7655 or email us at sports@northislandgazette.com • Deadline 10 am Monday

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Tell us about items of interest to the sports community. September 6 Motor sports Stock car racing season finale at Tri-Port Speedway, 6 p.m. Concession, kids play area, more. $5 adults, $3 youth, $2 seniors. In case of rain, make-up will be run Sunday at 1 p.m.

September 6-7 Golf Annual Men’s Open championship at Seven Hills Golf & Country Club. 36 holes, dinner each day and prizes included. Registration $140 per player; to register or for info call the pro shop at 250-9499818. September 8-16 Hockey North Island Eagles rep hockey tryouts, daily at Chilton Regional Arena, Port McNeill. Schedule to be announced. For info, call Eagles head coach Andrew Laming at 250-9562942 or email treetech8@hotmail.com. September 13 Golf Port Alice Golf & Country Club hosts its annual Loggers vs. Pulp Mill tournament. FMI 250-284-3213. October 10-12 Motocross Vancouver Island Club Series racing at Tri-Port Motocross Track. Practice round Friday followed by series Round 5 Saturday and Round 6 Sunday, beginning 10 a.m. each day. Concession open.

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Above: Tony Knighton of Load 'em Up belts a three-run home run in the fourth inning of Sunday's championship victory over Multiple Scoregasms at the Port Alice Labour Day Slo-pitch Tournament. Right: Ryan Handley of Load 'em Up (25) reaches for a throw as Multiple Scoregasms runner Chris Brennan approaches second base on a fielder's choice in the tourney final. J.R. Rardon

Load 'em Up hits Port Alice hat trick J.R. Rardon Gazette editor PORT ALICE—Port Hardy’s Load ‘em Up had a special incentive to win the championship of the annual Fred Donaldson Memorial Labour Day Slo-pitch Tournament. The team needed the trophy back in order to engrave its previous two wins here. Jim Clair homered twice and drove in six runs and Tony Knighton added a home run and four RBI as Load ‘em Up ran away with a 23-10 win over Multiple Scoregasms of Port Alice to earn their third straight tourney title. “This one gives us a hat trick,” joked man-

ager Steven Clair. “It was a great weekend. And we needed to get that trophy back. We never put our names on it for the last two.” The Blue Sox of Port Hardy snared the B Division with a win over Bams, another Port Alice club. The C Division went to Dirty Mike’s Boys, a multi-generational assemblage of players from Port Alice, Hyde Creek and Port McNeill, who topped Storm & ½ in Sunday’s finals. But the day, like much of the 2014 tournament season, belonged to Load ‘em Up. Sunday’s championship was its fifth this season. The team also went undefeated

in the recent OrcaFest Slo-pitch tourney, but was relegated to the B Division by the tourney’s tiebreaker formula and settled for the B title. They wasted no time getting on the sticks in Port Alice, scoring the limit of five runs in the top of the first sparked by Knighton’s RBI double. The Scoregasms rode tworun home runs by both Eric Kennelly and Joe Ruiz to stay within 5-4 in the bottom half, but the hosts could not maintain the offensive momentum as Load ‘em Up pulled away to a 13-4 lead in the fourth inning. Bubba Nelson and Luke Wiggins added home runs for the win-

ners, while Knighton had two doubles and Ryan Handley added a double and drove in a run. And the Load ‘em Up women had their say, accounting for almost all of the team’s scoring in a five-run sixth. After Nelson led off the inning with a solo homer, Raylene Clair drove in a run with a single, Nikki Richards belted a tworun double over the head of Port Alice centre-fielder Chris Brennan to hoots from the crowd, and Arlene Clair closed out the scoring when she reached on an error that allowed Richards to scoot home with the inning-ending run. “Everyone played

great,” Steven Clair said. “The bats were alive, which was good to see.” Multiple Scoregasms made a late push at the plate to forestall the mercy rule. Brennan got a measure of redemption with a two-run homer in the bottom of the sixth, Ruiz added his second two-run blast, and Mark Inglis and Katie Senciw added RBIs to provide the final margin. It just wasn’t enough on a day Load ‘em Up got hits from every batter in its lineup in a 23-hit attack. “We needed to score runs to get back in it, and just didn’t have the hitting,” said Ruiz, who noted his team

was missing players to both injury and shift work at the local mill. Load ‘em Up dodged its own injury scare when Arlene Clair landed hard after hitting first base awkwardly on an infield single in the third inning. She was helped off the field favouring her right knee, but managed to return to finish out the game. Asked after the game how she was feeling, Clair said, “Oh, everything hurts now.” Having the tourney trophy for another year should help ease the pain. And allow another 12 months to get that engraving done. See results in Scoreboard, page 23.

Eagles drop puck on tryouts Monday Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— The ice goes in at Chilton Regional Arena this weekend and another season of hockey kicks off Monday when the North Island Eagles hockey program begins tryouts for

its 2014-15 season. The Eagles hope to fill teams in the midget, bantam and peewee divisions, as well as an atom development program. Last week, Tri-Port Minor Hockey announced the B.C. Provincial Tier 3 bantam

Sports Briefs hockey championships will be held on the North Island in March, 2015, with a guaranteed spot for the host team. Tryouts begin Sept. 8 and

continue through Saturday, Sept. 20, with intrasquad scrimmages typically featured at the end of the camp. Tiering round games will likely begin the following week. To register or for

registration info, contact registrar Lito Pineda at 250956-5234. To inquire about volunteering in the coming season or for other program information, contact Eagles head coach Andrew Laming at 250-956-2942 or by email at treetech8@hotmail.com.

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Top-notch training for soccer standouts Gazette staff PORT HARDY—Some local soccer standouts could soon be rubbing shoulders with Europe’s elite after impressing coach John Soares. Soares is the technical director and coach for the International Futbol Scouting Academy, which came to Port Hardy last week to offer high-calibre soccer coaching and assessments to top North Island players. During a successful playing career Soares developed relationships with some of the bastions of European football — marquee clubs like Barcelona and Benfica. Now he travels Canada, passing on his knowledge and looking for those with the potential to try out for the first-rate youth programs hosted by those bigname clubs. And last week he may just have found some. Soares said several players of the 15 participating had potential, with three senior boys in particular catching his eye as possible candidates for European tryouts. But they’ll have to work for it, with Soares handing out instructions on areas of the game they need to work on.

Left: Emma Mitchell fires in a shot as Molly Johnson tackles the gates during an International Futbol Scouting Academy soccer drill last week at Gwa'sala-'Nakwada'xw School. Right: Coach John Soares provides pointers to goalie Freya Reed during last week's soccer coaching session. A O'Toole

“I’ll come back around spring break and then we’ll see,” he said. “They can all do it, but the attitude has to be right.” It wasn’t just the boys who shone during the soccer camp, Soares said, with several of the girls showing the potential for universitylevel play — provided their grades are up to scratch. “They’ll need the grades,”

he said. “It’s the difference between paying $20,000 and getting a $50,000 scholarship.” Soares said that even the experience of trying out would benefit the players and their game. “We’re talking about the elite,” he said. “When you play with top players you learn more, you have to push (yourself).”

The coach stressed that he was not an agent or broker — he receives no percentage of any deals made by successful players, and his program is simply a way of connecting top clubs with top players. The participants were put through their paces in a series of drills and exercises based on the professional standards Soares himself

experienced as a player. Each of the participants in the program received a personalized assessment highlighting strengths and areas to work on, as well as a nutritional guide and a Futbol Academy kit. The coach ran a pilot program last December on the North Island and was impressed enough with the standard to return last week.

Soares explained then that he had been on the North Island 10 years ago, when he was involved with a program in Port McNeill and saw the potential in local players. “Small places always produce great players,” he said. Soares and his program will return in spring for another round of training and assessment.

Black 6-over in B.C. PGA

Kevin Black

Gazette staff Kevin Black, manager and head pro at Seven Hills Golf & Country Club, finished in a 21stplace tie last week in the 2014 Titleist/FootJoy PGA of BC golf championship. Black fired a 6-overpar 150 in the two-day,

36-hole tourney at Point Grey Golf & Country Club, earning a $275 payout. The tournament was won by Gordon Scutt of Olympic View Golf Course, with a 4-under 140. He finished in a tie with Lindsay Bernakevitch of Victoria

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Golf Club through 36 holes but sank a 12-foot birdie putt on the first playoff hole to claim the trophy. Black opened with a first-round 74 Monday to hold a share of 15th place, then followed with a 76 in the final round Tuesday.

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SLO-PITCH Fred Donaldson Memorial Labour Day Tournament at Port Alice Aug. 29-31 A Division Championship: Load ‘em Up 23, Multiple Scoregasms 10.

Crazy.

Semifinals: Load ‘em Up d. Deadliest Catch; Multiple Scoregasms d. Woodchuckers.

C Division 1. Dirty Mike’s Boys; 2. Storm & ½; 3. Aces; 4. Boozers.

Quarterfinal: Deadliest Catch d. Pitches Be

B Divison 1. Blue Sox; 2. Bams; 3. Ump Yours; 4. Storm.

Most Sportsmanlike Team: Bams.

Black will be back at work this weekend as Seven Hills hosts its premier event of the season, the annual Men’s Open Championship. The two-day, 36-hole tournament tees off Saturday at 9 a.m. and continues through Sunday.

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athLete of the Week Load ‘em up

The Port Hardy squad rolled to the championship of the annual Port Alice Labour Day slo-pitch tournament. J.R. Rardon

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Winterfest windfall

Gazette staff SOINTULA—A government grant to the tune of $2,200 has helped boost the coffers ahead of the 38th installment of Sointula’s Winterfestival. The investment, made through the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program, will help fund the annual arts extravaganza on Malcolm Island, scheduled this year for November 13-18. “ S o i n t u l a Winterfestival weaves the community’s creative, social and economic threads together by offering a means for local artists to connect with their audience, by enhancing the quality of life for residents and by providing a unique cultural experience for visitors,” said Carmen Burrows, Artistic Director of the Sointula Recreation Association. “Funds gratefully

received from Canadian Heritage will further grow and enhance this unique cultural experience by continuing to increase the various ways of engaging people to the arts, artists and local culture.” “Winterfestival has been educating and entertaining the community for 38 years, and has become a local tradition on the North Island,” noted MP John Duncan. “The countless volunteers who help make this event happen highlight the important role of arts and culture in bringing our communities together.” The Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program provides Canadians with more opportunities to take part in activities that present local arts and culture and celebrate local history and heritage.

Scaling new heights

A pink salmon catches some air between a fisherman and a group of recreational paddlers near the Port Hardy sea plane dock on a sunny day in late August.

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