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Heart of our City: Mel Bishop Page A5
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There are now four candidates who have expressed their intention to fill the Mayor’s seat in Prince Rupert. The nomination period opened on Sept. 30 and, as of Monday, Oct. 6, only two mayoral candidates had filed their nomination papers: Antonio (Tony) Briglio and Sheila Gordon-Payne. However, both incumbent mayor Jack Mussallem and Lee Brain have announced their - Lee Brain intentions to run. - Antonio Briglio Five Rupertites Sheila Gordon-Payne had put their name - Jack Mussallem in for a councillor seat as of the beginning of the week. Among those running are current-councillors Anna Ashley, Gina Garon and Nelson Kinney while challengers Blair Mirau and Wade Neish, who ran in the 2014 by-election, have filed their papers.
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Business Real estate sales soaring in 2014 Page A10
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Rampage players swarm netminder Devon Gerrits after he stopped all three Kitimat shooters in the shootout to give the Rampage a 5-4 victory in their home-opener. For more on the game, see Page A14.
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Pacific Northwest LNG eliminates dredging Company redesigning terminal in response to community feedback
Riders hit the road for Toy Run BY SHAUN THOMAS Page A21 PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
Haida Gwaii Historic signing in Old Massett Page B1
Pacific NorthWest LNG has made changes to its terminal design that would eliminate the need for extensive dredging related to the marine berth. “Based on the feedback we heard from the local communities, First Nations and stakeholders, we are proposing to redesign the marine infrastructure associated with our project to eliminate the need for dredging at the marine terminal and significantly minimize the infrastructure immediately next to Flora Bank,” explained senior corporate affairs advisor Spencer Sproule. “We are proposing a combined suspension bridge and trestle. The suspension bridge
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“We are proposing to redesign the marine infrastructure ... to eliminate the need for dredging at the marine terminal.” - Spencer Sproule would not require any piling on Flora Bank and would connect to a trestle that would extend to the marine terminal. The marine terminal could be approximately 2.7 kilometres west of Lelu Island in naturally deep water in Chatham Sound. The proposed suspension bridge would provide at least 11.3 metres of
clearance at high tide, allowing enough room for all current fishing vessel traffic to continue their traditional marine use and travel under the suspension bridge to access Porpoise Channel.” As well as eliminating the need for dredging, the company has done away with plans for an on-island work camp that includes utility hookups, with any camp now being completely selfsufficient. However, the company said it still plans to have “a robust suite of health care providers onsite”. “Our potential engineering, procurement and construction contractors have advised us that there may not be sufficient room to comfortably and safely house temporary construction workers on Lelu Island,” said Sproule. See LNG on Page A2
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All Port Edward incumbents running ELECTIONS from Page A1 Three people filed their papers in hopes of filling a seat on the Prince Rupert School District board of education by Monday, including current trustee Bart Kuntz and newcomers James Horne and Kimberly Williams. The list of names that will make up Port Edward’s 2014 municipal election ballot is starting to take form as well. Many of the names will be familiar as most of the individuals currently sitting on council have confirmed they will be running again. This includes Coun. Christine McKenzie, who said she had been approached by a number of Port Edward residents who encouraged her to run for office again. - Dan Franzen “I enjoy the input and I love my community. I like to be on hand to help,” said McKenzie. Murray Kristoff is also planning to seek reelection for a councillor seat. “I want to see the continuation of the good relationship the current council has with the LNG proponents in the area, and worked toward that goal of having an LNG terminal here,” explained Kristoff. Coun. Dan Franzen also hopes to continue with the work currently being undertaken by council. “I’d like to see a lot of the projects that I’ve helped get started get finished, and hopefully make Port Edward more prosperous in the near future. There’s so much more to do here that I just feel we need to carry on with what we’re doing. We have a good group right now,” he said. As of Monday, both Port Edward Mayor Dave MacDonald and Coun. Knut Bjorndal had handed in their nomination papers, along with McKenzie.
“There is so much more to do here.”
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This rendering shows the revised design of the Pacific NorthWest LNG terminal on Lelu Island.
Workers to be moved off-site LNG from Page A1 “We will be working with our tobe-selected construction contractor and third party-owned and operated accommodation service providers to secure accommodations for our construction workforce,” said Sproule, pointing to a worker accommodation site in Port Edward. While the changes were submitted to the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office last month, Sproule said
“We continue to work ... to build a world-class LNG facility.” - Spencer Sproule the company does not anticipate the design changes to have any impact on the timeline for a final
investment i decision, which is still expected e to be made by the end of the t year. Pacific NorthWest LNG hosted open houses in Prince Rupert and Port P Edward on Monday and Tuesday T and said they continue to welcome w feedback. “We continue work with the local l communities, First Nations and all levels of government in an effort to build a world class LNG facility that will benefit the region for decades to come,” he said.
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Financial statements released by the Metlakatla Band show Chief Harold Leighton received less than $50,000 in remuneration and expenses during the last fiscal year. A report submitted as per the First Nations Financial Transparency Act show Leighton received $29,500 in remuneration and claimed $14,799 in expenses for a total of $44,299 during the fiscal year ending March 31, 2014. As with other bands, remuneration for councillors in Metlakatla varied. Coun. Alrita Leask and Coun. Cindy Smith received $19,500 over the 12 months; Coun. Alvin Leask received $18,500 over 12 months and Coun. James Nelson received $15,000. Coun. Wayne Haldane served for eight months and received $15,500 in remuneration; Coun. Alvin Bolton Jr. served five month and received $5,000; Coun. David Leask served two months and received $2,000 and Coun. Robert Nelson received $2,097 for his one month of service. In terms of expenses for full-year councillors, the amount varied from a high of $21,675 claimed by Alvin Leask to a low of $9,607 for Alrita Leask. Overall, council remuneration totalled $126,597 while council expenses totalled $107,403 for a total council cost of $234,000. As of Oct. 5, the Gitxaala is the lone North Coast band to not have released financial statements as required by the act.
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Paving work on the Sixth Avenue bridge was completed last week.
Man scammed out of $10,000 BY MARTINA PERRY PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
A Prince Rupert resident is urging online shoppers to thoroughly investigate any websites they plan to send money through after falling victim to an online scam that cheated him out of $10,000. The Rupertite, who asked his name not be used, said the scam began on a Vancouver-based buy and sell website where he saw a mini-excavator for sale for $10,000. The victim communicated with the scammer by email, and was told to send the money through a website that misrepresented both PayPal and
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Amazon.ca. The victim said he was in contact with the fake seller through email, with communication being friendly. He then sent the money to a fax number from the U.S., with communication ending after the payment was made. Const. Matt Ericson, spokesperson for the Prince Rupert RCMP, confirmed the detachment received a complaint regarding the incident and said it is currently being investigated by Prince Rupert RCMP. This incident is the 12th fraud case that Prince Rupert RCMP have dealt with this year, and the fourth to occur online. Ericson said people of all ages have been victims of scams this year,
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Metlakatla opens health centre BY MARTINA PERRY METLAKATLA / The Northern View
After five years in the making, the Village of Metlakatla celebrated the opening of its new health centre last week, also taking the opportunity to christen its new landing craft vessel. The Oct. 2 event kicked off with Metlakatla Coun. Alvin Leask christening the landing craft vessel, followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony at the health centre. “Five years ago this was just an idea. Now it’s blossomed into a centre to meet all of our health needs,” said Tara Leighton, Metlakatla health director. Architectural firm David Nairne and Associates worked on the building, which has both traditional and modern elements. The exterior consists of yellow cedar panelling extracted from the area and is heated by geothermal energy. The centre offers for a more private and confidential setting, with staff offering an array of services such as home care, immunizations and a new kitchen for the Meals on Wheels program to the Village of Metlakatla. Since the facility’s soft opening in spring, home care nurse Cynthia Reece has provided home care and assessments to residents. The centre was funded by Health Canada, the First Nations Health Authority and the
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Metlakatla Governing Council. Prior to the ribbon cutting ceremony, the Metlakatla Transport was unveiled and christened. Built for band operations, maintenance and community needs, the vessel can carry a limited amount of supplies and can be used for charters. The Metlakatla Transport was created in partnership with Broadwater Industries, and was completed at the end of August. It was funded by the Metlakatla Governing Council.
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The Gitxaala Nation of Kitkatla has taken another step forward in its legal challenge to the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline. The band announced on Sept. 26 that the Federal Court of Appeal had granted it leave to apply for judicial review to challenge the approval of the project, meaning the court will hear and decide on its lawsuit. Due to the number of lawsuits that have been filed and the number of parties involved, the Gitxaala say it is unlikely the court will hear any submissions for several months and may decide to hear all the cases together. But any delay will not deter the band from pursuing its legal challenge. “We’re in it for the long haul,” said acting
Chief Clarence Innis. “We played by Canada’s rules, but all of our concerns were ignored,” he said. “Canada has violated its own constitution. Section 35 of the constitution says the federal government has a duty to consult with First Nations and they haven’t done that.” The Gitxaala contend that the project would interfere with their economic, cultural and spiritual way of life as well as their jurisdiction, governance and Aboriginal title. Given what is at stake, Gitxaala lawyer Rosanne Kyle said the importance of being granted leave cannot be understated. “The issues raised by Gitxaala are so important to the cultural and economic existence of Gitxaala that it is critical that their challenge to the project’s approval be given a full judicial review,” she said.
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Legend thrives through adaptation BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
He’s been called “legendary” in the basketball scene by more than a few people who darn well know what they’re talking about. He’s played from age nine and transitioned from a forward to a point guard in university — one of, if not the most difficult positions to master in the sport. He’s played in Ontario, B.C., overseas in England and has picked up a few things in America, most recently in Santa Barbara, California where he helped coach a basketball summer camp for a few weeks during the summer over a span of 10 years. Mel Bishop needs no introduction in this city, or anywhere really, but the North Coast born-and-raised coach of Prince Rupert high school senior basketball for 35 years has earned every accolade thrust on him by soaking up knowledge of the game; of his players; of strategy; and by just getting it. The game of basketball is constantly changing, and Mel is quick enough to keep up with it. “I think with age, you get better,” said Mel last week in the weight room after school had ended for the day. “First of all, you never stop learning about the game, because with basketball there’s always a different kind of defence or zone attack or another offensive press break or a man-to-man attack. Your defensive philosophy could change, so the game – it’s always changing; always evolving.” The athlete grew up watching the latePete Maravich, an American NBA star who went to school at Louisiana State and later played for the Atlanta Hawks in the ‘70s. To this day, he holds the NCAA Division 1 scoring title with 3,667 career points. In basketball-crazed Prince Rupert, Charles Hays Secondary School (CHSS) coach Mel stands tall, literally and figuratively, in the markings Prince Rupert has made in the provincial scene and beyond. With the city, Mel played on some provincially powerful minor and school teams through Prince Rupert’s thriving and pioneering minor basketball programs. He was part of a B.C. third-place high school squad who fell to Abbotsford by seven points in the provincial semi-final during his Grade 11 year. After that, he headed east to Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ontario for four years before completing his schooling with the teacher’s college at Lakehead University in North Bay, Ontario from 1976 to 1977. That year, he led the team in scoring,
averaging 19.97 points per game in 33 games. “We finished second in the country in the CIAU (now CIS – Canadian Interuniversity Sport) and I was an All-Canadian (all-star) there,” said Bishop, whose Thunderwolves lost to the Acadia Axemen, 72-63, for the national championship in 1977. Bishop would play professionally in England with Cinzano Crystal Palace where Cinzano vermouth was the corporate sponsor for the team. “You were kind of as good as your sponsorship, so if it’s a good one, there’s a little bit of money around,” Mel said. While there, the player met his wife-tobe, Heather, and a couple of years into living in Europe, had to make the choice of a lifetime. “I was kind of at a crossroads ... there was a teaching job I knew was coming up and do you keep playing [in England] where everything’s a one-year contract, and if you get injured [that’s it for you]?” he recalled. The point guard made up his mind to head back home to Canada and teach at Dawson Creek, but didn’t stay long. “The winters were too brutal, so I came home [to Prince Rupert],” said Mel. Early on in his coaching career, Mel had the impulse to jump off the bench and onto the court to help his teams through some tough situations. “To be honest when I first started coaching, I would have much rather been a player. You’re only 26 or 27 years old, but I still liked the coaching. The thing about coaching is you can always improve your ability to teach your fundamentals and I think that’s the key to any game,” he said. And as he was beginning his coaching journey, youth didn’t stop the bench boss from being austere. “I was way too restricted,” he said. “We’d hardly ever shoot a long, perimeter shot; everything was pounded inside. We’d go for that two-inch shot. But I think kids have a little more freedom now, more creativity. I think they have more of a free mind. As an athlete, you can’t be worried about mistakes, you’ve just got to play.” Strength training, conditioning and fitness levels are the base components to being a regular contributor on a trademark Mel Bishop team. Whether they’re a small or tall group, slow or speedy, Mel’s athletes are athletes in the truest sense of the word. The Rainmakers coach even started a curriculum-approved basketball course a few years ago at CHSS. “It’s a phys. ed. credit ... and it’s in the weight room [to start off]. We do a ladder for quick feet ... and we’re working on explosive jumping and we have hurdles at the end of it,” said Mel.
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Mel Bishop is coaching Prince Rupert high school basketball for his 35th year this season.
“You never stop learning about the game ... It’s always changing; always evolving.” - Mel Bishop The Rupertite’s stress over fundamentals is well-documented in coaching circles among B.C. and is a proven technique to get the most out of his athletes, Mel finds. “It adds up ... if you have that fundamental grounding ... if you keep pounding fundamentals, by the end of the year, everything comes together,” he said. And it’s not just senior ball. Rupert kids all the way from middle school onwards are playing the same way. “[Junior CHSS basketball coach] Kevin [Sawka] does a great job and Cary Dalton – he’s 67 years old, he’s a career guy – he’s going back to coach the middle school so we’ve been lucky to have a coaching staff with the same kind of philosophy. That helps too as a senior coach,” said Mel. North Coast basketball icon Ken Shields provided the basis of Mel’s philosophy. The fellow Rupertite was coaching Laurentian University, which prompted Mel to attend school there in the ‘70s. Shields would later coach consecutive seven-time champions University of Victoria and even Team Canada’s national team from 1990 to 1994. “He’s a tremendous influence. Technically, he’s probably one of the best guys around,” said Mel. Among the highlights for the 35-year CHSS and Prince Rupert Secondary School veteran, Mel says his two championships in 1998 and 2001 are up there, along with last
year’s magical B.C. second-place finish, but coaching his two sons, even on the same team one year, has to be close to the top of his memories. “Brody, my youngest son, was on that [2001] team when we won it in Kamloops and about three years before that we won it again and [my older son] Ryan was a 10thgrader on that team. And then one of the best years was when I was coaching both sons on the same team – Brody was a 10thgrader and Ryan was a 12th so that was kind of neat. It wasn’t super smooth, it was probably harder on my own kids than the other guys,” said Mel. Ryan Bishop is now Mel’s assistant coach and fellow teacher at CHSS and Brody is the family’s resident fireman. The B.C. playing field isn’t exactly even and hasn’t been for awhile for Mel’s Rainmakers. Going up against private schools, like last year’s champions, St. Thomas More, Mel doesn’t have nearly the player base or recruitment tools some schools down south use. But still, the Rainmakers are a top-10 provincial team more often than not. “The beautiful thing about high school basketball is you’re not recruiting; guys come in to you. You have to make adjustments, so if it’s university, you can recruit to your system,” said Mel. “You have to adapt almost every year.”
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An important vote to cast
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e are only in the early stages of municipal campaign season, but this next election could be one of the most important in the history of the North Coast. Unlike years gone by, there appears to be a wide divide being created by the industrial suitors looking at developing our shores. For some, the idea of liquefied natural gas development on Lelu Island and Ridley Island is the catalyst to pick up the megaphone, take to the airwaves and decry the potential environmental impacts such development could bring to the region. In short, it’s a cause for concern. For others, the idea of liquefied natural gas brings about visions of a strong economy Shaun Thomas with high paying jobs for the young people of the region, a stronger municipal tax base and more infrastructure. In short, it’s a cause for celebration. City council may not have final say over what develops on Crown land, but the welcome business leaders receive when they touch down in Prince Rupert or Port Edward, and the bylaws they have to adhere to, will certainly play into their decisions. Make no mistake about it, the development of industry-related infrastructure will probably be the biggest issue of this coming campaign. When you couple the potential benefits with failing infrastructure and the potential risks with quality of life concerns, there can be no bigger decision ahead for the incoming council. Making the decision the electorate makes on Nov. 15 even that more critical is the fact that, for the first time, municipal leaders will serve four year terms instead of three. So if you don’t get the council or mayor you don’t like, you’re stuck with them for an extra year. Whatever your position is on industrial development on the North Coast, make sure you do everything you can to become informed about the candidates and their positions — not just on industry but on every facet of the life you love. An informed vote is something you owe not only to yourself, but to future generations of the North Coast.
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omething was wrong – real wrong. Grandpa and Grandma and the man went into the After a hushed phone call, she replaced the kitchen leaving the boy and his sister in the front room receiver and quickly dashed into a bedroom and with the T.V. closed the door. A bedroom that never had a closed A short time later, the man returned to the front door – until today. room and told the boy and his sister to mind their It was early afternoon, and shortly after the closing grandparents. of the bedroom door, he arrived home. “You’re going to stay with Grandpa and Grandma He never arrived home early. for a little while – Mom has to go into the hospital – be He opened the bedroom door and went inside. Again good,” he said. Todd Hamilton the door closed and the house became eerily silent. Grandma gave him a hug and the man left. Something was terribly wrong. A blurry several days later, the man returned to A 13-year-old boy stood in the kitchen and waited for the his parents’ place and called the boy and his sister into their bedroom door to open. The boy didn’t know what was going on, grandparents’ front room. but he did know whatever it was – it wasn’t good. “I have to tell you something,” he began. “Your mother has The bedroom door remained closed for a long time – an had an operation – the doctor found a lump – she’s okay – but eternity for a boy who had a penchant for getting himself into they had to – well, they took her breast – she’ll be okay – but they minor trouble. But even for a self-absorbed young teenager, he had to – it was cancer.” knew in his gut that this “wrong” wasn’t due to a bad report card It was the first time I ever saw my father cry. The year was or a broken window. 1978. This was different. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Prince Rupert The door finally opened and the boy and his younger sister and across the country. And while the Canadian Cancer Society were hustled into a 1975 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser parked in the continues its fight to eradicate this terrible disease and provide driveway – still running. hope, more importantly for me, on Oct. 20, I will be able call The man, who had hurried home early, drove his 13-year-old Vivian Hamilton and wish her a happy birthday. son and his 11-year-old daughter to his parents’ house across She is my mother and a breast cancer survivor. town. As the station wagon pulled in front, the boy’s grandparents Happy Birthday Mom – I love you. were on the front step ready to greet them. And to the Canadian Cancer Society – thank you for helping Something was really wrong. give that scared 13-year-old boy a chance to say happy birthday – Grandpa and Grandma hardly ever used the front door. Inside, now for 36 years in a row. an old RCA/Victor black and white television was turned on and amazingly for the first time in the boy’s memory his grandparents’ This column appeared in The Northern View in October 2012. old T.V. wasn’t showing the Lawrence Welk Show. It is being republished by request and was updated in October 2014.
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Are you concerned about the increase in rent and housing prices?
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“Yes, it’s a big problem in Terrace already.”
“Yes, a lot of low income families won’t be able to afford housing. I’m especially concerned with house costs.”
“Yes, I live with family because I can’t afford to live on my own. And I have a good paying job.”
“Yes, real estate is unbelievable right now.”
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Editor: As board Chair, I would like to join the rest of the trustees in recognizing our teachers in School District No. 52 (Prince Rupert) on this very special occasion – World Teacher’s Day, Oct. 5, 2014. I would also like to share some thoughts about the challenges and importance of teaching in today’s world. Education has changed immeasurably since many of us were in school. We expect our teachers to teach everything that seems familiar from our own education in addition to all that is new. It’s a tall order, but one that the teachers of SD52 are infinitely able to take on. Every day we are reminded of the enormity of their task as they build confidence in 20 or 30 students at a time in mathematics, science, language arts, the arts, health and physical education — not to mention keeping the students current with trends in technology and in learning how to be socially responsible human beings. They design and deliver instruction that helps students become self-regulated, collaborative, creative, and culturally aware.
“Education has changed immeasurably since many of us were in school.” - Tina Last We ask a lot of our teachers and they deliver. Our teachers practice ongoing professional development in order to keep abreast of the needs of our students in addition to collaborating and co-teaching with their peers. The work has become increasingly multifaceted as teachers strive to meet the individual needs of every student. Our classrooms are no longer “one size fits all” and the thoughtful, creative planning and delivery of complex curricula takes a very special kind of individual. Please join me in thanking our teachers for their efforts with our children. Tina Last Board Chair, SD No. 52 (Prince Rupert)
Check your smoke detector Editor: An important fire safety program is in place in communities across British Columbia throughout Fire Prevention Week from October 5-11, 2014, and extending over the entire month. I am writing to make all parents aware of the initiative and how they can help. Fire departments are working with teachers to educate children about the importance of properly functioning and installed smoke alarms. Watch for the “Test and Replace Your Smoke Alarm” homework kit in your child’s backpack, which includes a home fire escape plan and “Test and Replace” Fire Safety Checklist. The packages are designed to work in tandem with the website www.safeathome.ca/testandreplace. It is critical to know that working smoke alarms installed correctly throughout your home double the chances of surviving a catastrophic house fire. To ensure your families safety from fire, you must test your smoke alarms monthly to confirm they are in proper working order. Smoke alarm
“Working smoke alarms ... double the chances of surviving.” - Gordon Anderson batteries must be replaced with fresh ones at least once per year. Also, smoke alarms do not last forever. If your smoke alarm is more than 10 years old it must be replaced. Outdated alarms might not provide the protection you count on. Some new models feature 10-year lithium batteries which never need to be changed and last the full life of the alarm. Please be fire-safe and ‘Test and Replace Your Smoke Alarms’ this Fire Prevention Week. Gordon Anderson Fire Commissioner Ministry of Justice
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he Prince Rupert Port Authority is working to make its operations sustainable. This means committing to keeping our marine and foreshore environments safe and healthy for future generations. An important part of that commitment is the rigorous environmental assessments that designated proposed projects in PRPA’s jurisdiction must undertake. The process begins when a company presents a regulator, which for a federally-regulated EA is the Canadian Environmental Assessment Authority, with a project description for a development on port property. The project description is usually drafted after a feasibility study’s initial groundwork is completed. It can include a site examination, engineering surveys, ecological studies, and more. Depending on the scope of the project, the description may trigger the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012 (CEAA 2012). CEAA 2012 uses criteria to identify so-called “designated” projects. Projects such as the liquid natural gas export facilities proposed for Ridley and Lelu Islands are designated projects under the CEAA 2012. These new developments need to be thoroughly examined using a rigorous review process to address any environmental impacts. The detailed project description is provided to the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency which distributes it to interested groups. These include federal government agencies likely to have a regulatory responsibility or a special interest in the project—like Environment Canada, Transport Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Prince Rupert Port Authority. The Agency asks these organizations whether their respective federal legislation is invoked by the project, and whether they have a particular interest. Once all potential stakeholders have responded, a “working group” is formed that includes the interested participants and the company. The Canadian Environmental Assessment Authority coordinates the assessment. The working group defines the roles of each participant, establishes a schedule, and determines all the factors that should be considered. This may include requirements for additional technical studies or analysis. The group works to ensure that it has gathered all relevant and available environmental and socio-cultural data about the project. After each meeting of the working group, the company takes away the information the group has collected and works to answer outstanding questions and provide missing information. The working group continues its review of the project and gathers more information until all its questions and concerns are properly addressed. When the working group is satisfied that a determination can be made, a report is submitted to the Minister of the Environment for review. If the minister approves the project it proceeds to the permitting phase. This involves the acquisition of the necessary permits from all the agencies whose permission is required to proceed. The permitting agencies may require additional studies or data prior to issuance of permits. For example, Transport Canada could authorize the construction of a new dock if it is satisfied that the dock will not adversely impact navigation. Once the EA is complete and permits are issued, the Port Authority as landlord may authorize the project to proceed and the project begins—shaped by the input and requirements of the many stakeholders who participated in the Environmental Assessment. Re:port is a collaborative promotional venture by the Prince Rupert Port Authority and The Northern View.
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PRINCE RUPERT / Black Press
BY SHAUN THOMAS Deciding on boundaries for provincial electoral ridings is a delicate task because of low populations scattered over large geographical areas, said the chair of a commission given the job of recommending changes if necessary. One suggestion made to the B.C. Electoral Boundaries Commission when it was in Prince Rupert was to remove the Nass Valley from the Skeena riding and add it to the North Coast riding, said Tom Melnick. “But I think the direction we got from the people who presented are [that] these are already large areas that are difficult to service for an MLA, so please don’t make them any larger,” said Melnick. “The temptation might be to make the areas in the north bigger, to balance off the numbers in the south, but you can only do that so much until it becomes unmanageable and unworkable.” Skeena NDP MLA Robin Austin doesn’t think removing the Nass and placing it in the North Coast riding would be a good idea. “North Coast already is the number one most difficult constituency to represent,” said Austin. “The last thing I think they would want is more geography. The Nass was in the North Coast constituency for a short time, but it has always traditionally been in the Skeena riding. I think because the Nass Valley has only one road into it, and it comes down to Terrace.”
PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
While enrolment in the Prince Rupert School District has been on a steady decline over the past decade, figures released by the Canadian Parents for French show interest in French immersion programming has grown. Overall enrolment has dropped from 2,834 in the 2004/2005 school year to 2,103 in the 2013/2014 school year, while the French immersion enrolment rate has increased from 170 students 10 years ago to 176 last year. The result is a drop of 731 students compared to an increase of six French immersion students. “We believe French programs are popular in Prince Rupert because they are widely recognized by parents as providing young students with the tools and experiences that will enrich their lives and help them prepare for the future,” said Patti Holm, Canadian Parents for French B.C. and Yukon president. “We urge parents, educators, and local decision makers to work together to plan for French immersion growth
This graph illustrates the rise in French immersion enrolment contrasted by the overall decline experienced by the Prince Rupert School District.
“We encourage parents, educators and decision makers ... to work together to plan for French immersion.” - Patti Holm and to improve learning outcomes through standardized benchmarks and authentic learning experiences.” But it hasn’t been all smooth sailing
for the French immersion program in Prince Rupert. Enrolment dropped from 170 students to just over 150 students between 2004/2005 and 2006/2007 and dropped again from 174 students in 2009/2010 to 162 in 2012/2013 before rebounding to the current levels. Provincially, French immersion enrolment has steadily increased over the past decade, from 35,636 students to 49,450 students, while overall enrolment has fallen from 606,383 in 2004 to 558,985. School district enrolment for this year will not be known until midmonth due to the delayed startup of schools in B.C.
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Fairview Terminal volume continues to grow Overall port tonnage down BY MARTINA PERRY PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
Despite all operations but one within the Port of Prince Rupert seeing tonnage increases last month, the overall terminal tonnage declined last month. Fairview Terminal saw a 12.35 per cent increase in tonnage last month, with 474,490 tonnes being handled last month in contrast to 422,330 in September 2013. By September’s end, Fairview’s year to date total was 4,576,931.47 tonnes, increasing by nearly 14 per cent from the same duration of time when 4,016,657.11 was handled. As of September’s end 47,449 Twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) had moved through Fairview Terminal, which is up just under 12.5 per cent from the same time period in 2013 when 42,233 TEUs were moved through the terminal. This brings the year-to-date total to 457,131.75 TEUs, up 14 per cent from the first nine months of 2013 when 400,948.5 TEUs were handled at Fairview. In September 25,762.75 TEUS were imported through Fairview Terminal, down just over one per cent from September 2013’s total of 26,056.25 TEUs. By the third quarter of 2014, 269,109 TEUs were imported through
the operation, which is up more than 18 per cent from 2013’s year-to-date total of 227,696.5 TEUs. The number of loaded and empty TEUs exported through Fairview went up last month, with there being an overall increase of more than 34 per cent month over month. In September there was 21,686.25 TEUs exported in contrast to 16,176.75 in September 2013. This included an increase of just under 119 per cent in empty TEUs being exported, and a nearly five per cent decrease in loaded TEUs. So far this year exports have gone up more than 8.5 per cent, with 188,022.75 TEUs being moved in the first nine months of 2014 compared to 173,252 TEUs in the same period of time in 2013. There has been a 9.6 per cent increase in the number of loaded TEUs and a 6.66 per cent increase in empty TEUs. Prince Rupert Grain continued to see massive tonnage hikes last month. In September 379,456.47 tonnes were handed at the terminal, a jump of 131.57 per cent over September 2013 when 163,860 tonnes were moved. So far this year Prince Rupert Grain has experienced a 38 per cent increase in tonnage, with 4,928,494.38 tonnes going through the operation so far this year, in contrast to 3,570,994.23 in the same time
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Westview Terminal exported more than 30,000 tonnes of wood pellets in September.
period of 2013. Nearly 39 per cent more logs went through the harbour in September, with 63,078 tonnes being handled last month compared to 45,420 in September 2013. As of September, there had been a decrease in tonnage of just under three per cent at the harbour, with 296,295.35 tonnes being handled compared to 305,055.71 tonnages in the same time period of 2013. Ridley Terminals was the only operation within the Port of Prince Rupert that saw a decline last month, with 494,618 tonnes being handled compared to 1,270,080 tonnes in September 2013. By September’s end 5,904,090 tonnes
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TPR chair talks Rupert realty sales on the rise tourism season Only northwest town to increase
BY MARTINA PERRY PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
BY SHAUN THOMAS The onset of fall marks the end of the 2014 tourism season in Prince Rupert. Despite major setbacks with the cancellation of BC Ferries sailings on the North Coast, Tourism Prince Rupert chair Scott Farwell said the season was satisfactory. “Overall, I think it - Scott Farwell met our expectations. With that being said, we kind of lowered them after BC Ferries changed the schedule,” said Farwell, adding the reduction did have an impact on visitors coming through the community. Farwell said there was strength in the tourism marketplace this season, with charter fishermen still having a successful summer and the Visitor Information Centre seeing a slight increase in the number of people stopping by. “We also ran a regional campaign between here and Prince George, which they saw some results from,” he added. But Farwell said the link BC Ferries provides to international tourism is critical for Prince Rupert. “It makes our job a little bit more difficult every time they reduce a ferry,” said Farwell.
“I think it met our expectations.”
PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
The real estate market in Prince Rupert continues to be a hot one, with more properties sold for more money than last year. Numbers released by the B.C. Northern Real Estate Board show 263 properties worth $55.4 million were sold in the first nine months of 2014 compared to 206 properties worth $45 million through the first three quarters of 2013 — an increase of 57 properties and $10.4 million. So far this year there have been 192 single family homes sold, with half of those selling for less than $213,000, compared to last year when 154 single family homes sold for a median price of $196,215. The numbers from 2014 are a five-yearhigh for real estate sales in Prince Rupert and well above the low of 72 homes being sold for a median price of $185,149 back in the first three quarters of 2011. This year, homes took an average of 76 days to sell. At the end of September there were 176 property types still
Martina Perry / The Northern View
More properties sold for more money during the first nine months of 2014 compared to the first nine months of 2013.
for sale on the Multiple Listing Services. Real estate sales in Prince Rupert have bucked the trend of declining property sales in the Northwest. In Terrace, 288 properties worth $72.5 million sold in the first nine months of 2014 compared to 289 properties worth $65.1 million in the first three quarters of 2013. In Kitimat there were 128 properties worth $35.9
million sold by the end of September compared to 195 properties worth $47.7 million in 2014. However, Prince Rupert remains the most affordable option for families looking to locate in the region. The median selling price for homes in Terrace was $298,000 while the median selling price for a single family home in Kitimat was $323,000.
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Rampage win home-opening shootout thriller BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
If the Rupert Rampage were worried about providing enough excitement for their 2014-15 home opener, Saturday’s tilt versus the Kitimat Ice Demons should put those thoughts to rest. A scrappy, chippy affair saw the two evenly-matched teams force overtime in a 5-4 shootout win, with Rampage newcomer Tyler Bates providing the heroics for the hometown squad. After overtime solved nothing, Bates was coach Roger Atchison’s first choice in the shootout. The forward skated down the middle, cut left and slid a backhand shot in between Kitimat goaltender Shahar Moudahi’s five-hole to secure the win, the Rampage’s first season-opening victory at the Jim Ciccone Civic Centre since 2010. “I kind of had it planned out,” said Bates after the game of his deke. “I’ve been practicing it. I really only have one move, so that’s about it,” he joked. Bates was instrumental in the Rampage even making it to extra-time. With just over five minutes left in the game, and the Ice Demons leading the Rampage 4-3, Bates snuck in behind Kitimat’s defence with linemate Kory Movold and defenceman Marcus Atchison on a 3-on-1 break — one of their few oddman rushes of the game. Bates flipped the puck to Movold, who returned it in kind, and Bates didn’t miss for his first goal with the club. “I got the puck by our blueline and I saw a guy coming to me and I just chipped it over to Movold and he moved it over to me and it was just a quick shot and it seemed to go in,” said Bates. The equalizer sent the Rupert crowd into a frenzy. “I was playing a bit in university ... and I haven’t played hockey in about five years so it’s good to be back,” said the hero Bates. “It couldn’t have gone any better.” But it wasn’t smooth sailing for the club in the early-goings. Six seconds into Kitimat’s first powerplay, Ice Demons forward Ben Rumley walked into the centre slot and wristed a shot past Rupert netminder Devon Gerrits who was also playing in his first game as a
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Rampage forward Kory Movold dekes and prepares to score against the Kitimat Ice Demons in Saturday’s 5-4 shootout win.
“It was just a quick shot and it seemed to go in.” - Tyler Bates
starter, to give the away team the 1-0 lead. Then, with a powerplay of their own, Rupert struck on the man-advantage with three seconds left in Kitimat’s penalty when Tom Robinson threw it on net from the left wing half-wall and Devin Palmer got a stick on it to tip the puck past Moudahi for the 1-1 tie. More penalty trouble to Kitimat gave the Rampage the go-ahead goal on a 5-on3 power-play as Jordan Weir found a seam through Kitimat’s defencemen and wired a shot over the shoulder of Moudahi. The first period would end 2-1 for the home team. Not even two minutes into the second period, Movold was in alone on Moudahi. He stickhandled and deked the tender the wrong way and slid the puck in the net for the 3-1 lead but was cut in the face on the play. He was attended to and returned to action later in the period. But then came Kitimat’s comeback. Three consecutive goals put the Ice Demons on top, starting with a marker by
agitator Terry Whelan at the 8:50 mark of the second period, which led to a scrum after the whistle – one of many in the game. Just under two minutes later, a penalty to Greg Sheppard contributed to a 5-on3 powerplay for Kitimat and they didn’t waste any time tying the game at three.A goal coming off a goalmouth scramble by Ice Demon forward Nic Markowsky then put Kitimat up 4-3. That’s how it would stay until Bates’ goal with five minutes remaining in the game. Rumley would score his second of the night after a beautiful cross-ice feed from point-man Brad Laeck found Rumley for the wide-open cage, once again on the powerplay. Kitimat would score three of their four tallies on the man-advantage while Rupert converted two of their four in the same fashion. As for the shootout, it may have given the fans more than their money’s worth for the game, but it more often than not, leaves coaches with a few grey hairs. “It’s definitely stressful. Nobody wants to
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lose in a shootout and this time it turned our way,” said manager Ron German, adding he may bring it up to the Central Interior Hockey League (CIHL) to introduce five minutes of 4-on-4 hockey, followed by five minutes of 3-on-3 should the game go to overtime, similar to what B.C. junior games and the American Hockey League are doing. “I think the first period, we played great. I think we went with our plan and then we got into a lot of penalty trouble and you’re going to get scored on when you take penalties. It doesn’t matter who gets the penalties, somebody’s going to capitalize on that all the time,” said German. The Rampage next play in Terrace against the River Kings on Saturday before coming back home for an 8 p.m. game on Oct. 18 against Williams Lake followed by a matinee game on Oct. 19 versus Quesnel. AROUND THE LEAGUE The Terrace River Kings started the season with back-to-back wins, beating Kitimat 5-1 on Friday and downing Smithers 9-4 on Saturday. The Williams Lake Stampeders also started the season undefeated, besting the Quesnel Kangaroos 6-4 on Friday and downing Lac La Hache 6-4 on Saturday.
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Slubowski prepares for senior year BY KEVIN CAMPBELL MICHIGAN / The Northern View
The quickest way to get anywhere in sports is to win. It’s a harsh truism that Frank Slubowski knows all too well – and he’s dedicated to the cause for his senior year at Western Michigan University (WMU) as the Broncos’ hockey netminder. “I want to win,” he said on the weekend. “That’s the biggest thing for me. I want to get another championship – not just [in the] conference, but hopefully nationally. If we have that success as a team, I think individually the contracts will come and the success, individually, will come.” Slubowski will try and beckon the National Hockey League (NHL) to knock on his door, and with the added exposure of WMU being added to Division 1’s National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC) last year, the goalie will try and earn his contract in front of nightly professional scouts. The highest level of hockey in America aside from the NHL and its farm league, the American Hockey League, Division 1 college hockey demands the best of its members every night and Slubowski has gotten more used to the different aspects the NCHC brings. “The conference has a lot of skill and it’s pretty deep and the travel’s a little more hectic, but it’s a competitive league and I’m looking forward to it,” he said. In a media preseason poll, the pundits proclaimed North Dakota as the favourite to win the conference. Despite being their rivals, the Broncos’ Slubowski
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Frank Slubowski (1) dives for a loose puck during a Western Michigan Broncos game last year.
“I want to get another championship ... individually, the contracts will come.” - Frank Slubowski
likes to play there. “Their atmosphere [in the arena] is pretty wild. It’s always sold out and it has lots of energy. It’s crazy,” said the keeper. Slubowski is coming off a career low year in terms of team stats with his wins and goals against average (GAA). He had eight wins compared to his two previous seasons when he collected 17 and 19, though he did play only 20 matches, compared to 32 and 38 in 2011-12 and 2012-13 respectively. His GAA was 2.55 while he previously had 2.00 and 2.03 in his first two years.
However, his save percentage (SV%), a better reflection of individual play was the second-highest out of his three years – a .915, just .003 short of his .918 career high in 2012-13. To correct his mistakes, he went back to the basics. “I worked a lot with my goalie coach on Vancouver Island [over the summer] and we worked a lot on just simplifying my game. I think last year I was trying to do too much and that took away from my game. But this year, I worked on controlled movements and just
simplifying it – doing the basics,” he said. “It’s funny, watching the pro guys – they don’t do anything spectacular, they just do the basics really well and that’s what I learned playing with [them].” Slubowski came back to Prince Rupert for a couple of weeks over the summer and went fishing. “It was actually nice when I was there, so I enjoyed the weather,” he said. As for school, the goaltender is finding senior year to be a good fit. “It’s more challenging my freshman year [in terms of] balancing the hockeyschool schedule. As a senior, you’ve kind of figured it out and it’s way easier.” The Broncos play Canisius College in Buffalo this weekend before hosting Nebraska-Omaha in their conference home opener next Friday and Saturday. Last year, the Broncos finished in fourth place in the NCHC after losing to Denver in the semi-finals.
PRG gunning for BC Gymnastics licence BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
The Prince Rupert Gymnastics Association (PRG) has officially registered with the province to get the club up and running, but there are still a few hurdles to clear before they can operate. For starters, president Will Spat is still seeking a Gymnastics B.C. registration as a member club and, in order to do so, he’ll need to lay out the club’s plans
for coaching, board members, facilities and procedures. If approved, Prince Rupert would join the likes of Fort St. John, Kitimat, Prince George, Quesnel, Smithers, Terrace and Williams Lake as Northern B.C. clubs. Spat and the other board members are currently gathering equipment needs and looking to raise funds for newer equipment. The team must then inventory their stock for reference. “All elements must be in place before
“All elements must be in place before we can allow our athletes to hit the mats.” - Will Spat we can allow our athletes to hit the mats. We are working hard and can always use more help,” said Spat. The club will use the Jim Ciccone Civic
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“Octobeerfest” kicks off 2014-15 curling season BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
Summer was nice, but these folks are quite ready for the fall. The Prince Rupert Curling Club are ready to throw some rocks and it all started last weekend at the Open House Event “Octobeerfest” at the Seal Cove Curling Club where rocks and suds were the theme of the evening. Wheelhouse Brewery contributed its signature brew to the night where beginners could try their hand at curling and learn the mechanics of the sport. “This is actually a new initiative for us,” said club president Jamie Malthus. “It’s an open house event to try and attract new membership and new league players ... it’s something we’ve talked about for years, we just haven’t had the manpower to - Jamie Malthus coordinate the activities [until now].” Experienced curlers took newbies under their wing on Saturday and coached for the first hour. The club will continue their Wednesday night competitive league starting up just after Thanksgiving, with female and male teams, and a Friday night recreational league with teams of two males and two females. Some bonspiels for the upcoming year include the Sterling spiel in November and the Fisherman’s spiel in January/February and the ladies’ and men’s bonspiels in March. Among the changes for this year are new infrastructure improvements in the building such as new carpeting in the lounge and viewing area as well as new boards on the ice.
“Its something we’ve talked about for years, we just haven’t had the manpower.”
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Mason Di Leta grinds at the skatepark in preparation for a weather-delayed skateboard competition.
Skateboard competition is back BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
An annual, free skateboarding competition by Steve Newman, Marc Page and Loaded Sports is set to take place Sunday, Oct. 12 after being delayed by unfavourable weather during the past few weeks. Skateboarders under the age of 18 who are interested must have their parents sign a
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permission form and helmets are mandatory. A first aid attendant is also set to be on scene. The contest runs events in longest and highest ollie, best trick, best trick on the manual pad, best line challenge and a one-minute miniramp session. A game of S.K.A.T.E. may also be run after the events are over. The wealth of prizes will be donated by Loaded’s sponsors.
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Three KIJHL Rupertites off to strong starts
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Three Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) players from Prince Rupert have started the season strong in Junior B hockey, with all scoring a goal just a few weeks into the season. Tyler Ostrom (20) notched his first marker of the year when his Osooyos Coyotes played the Chase Heat on Sept. 13. He’s also almost matched his entire penalty minute total from last year through only seven games this season, including 12 PIMs in an 8-4 win versus the Columbia Valley Rockies. Ostrom has 24 PIMs compared to last year’s 27 in 37 games. Brady Ward (19), another Rupertite, recently scored against the Revelstoke Grizzlies with the 100 Mile House Wranglers. He recorded an assist on opening night against Grand Forks. Braydon Horcoff (20) also found the back of the net on Sept. 27 on the power-play, playing against Columbia Valley with the Beaver Valley Nitehawks in a 2-1 win. At Thompson Rivers University (TRU), Sarah McChesney is gearing up for her first meet with the Wolf Pack, the Kamloops Classic Swimming/TRU Inter-city Dual Meet on Oct. 10, a swim she said will be a real test to start her university career as everyone must swim 15 events over three days. Celina Guadagni from Rupert and Nate Vogstad from the Village of Queen Charlotte are practicing with their school’s basketball teams in preparation for the upcoming season. For Vogstad, he’ll suit up for the Simon Fraser University Clan and Guadagni is doing the same for Vancouver Island University.
Garin Gardiner of the Oldtimers Hockey League presents a $5,000 cheque to Prince Rupert Minor Hockey president Ron German to thank the program for supporting the sporting community by purchasing a new Zamboni and fixing the arena’s compressor. The Oldtimers used funds from their annual hockey tournament for the donation. Open spots are still available for Oldtimers Hockey.
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t is with heavy hearts that we announce Connie Kay Morse (Brunelle) passed away September 29, 2014 surrounded by the love of her close family. Connie was predeceased by her sister Donna and is survived by her husband Jim and her son Jay (Sarah), parents Myles (Buddy) and Beatrice, brother Gary (Marlene), sisters Cindy (Jeff) Mosdell, Terry (Jon) Bonneschranz, nephews and nieces Saul, Jacob and Sam, Dustin and Brandon, Kaylee and Dean, Kyle, Kirsten and Kelsey, Lauren and Jamie, Meagan, Lindsay, Tanner and Owen, Kate and Jake. Connie was born in Prince George on November 27, 1955. At the age of four she moved to Prince Rupert, where she became a Rupert girl for life. Her sense of humour and laugh never failed to raise the spirits of those around her, even during her last days. Connie will be deeply missed and loved forever. A celebration of Connie’s life will be held on Friday, October 10th from 3pm to 6pm, downstairs in the Ceremonial Room at the Museum of Northern BC, located at 100-1st Avenue West.
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Beginner band musicians wanted Music society launching program BY MARTINA PERRY PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
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The level of expertise isn’t important to the Prince Rupert and District Music Society — all that’s important is an interest in playing music. The music society is exploring the prospect of a beginner band to encourage novice musicians to continue playing and former players to whip the dust off their old instruments and start playing again. “We are looking at giving people a second chance to get into music,” said John Turner of the Prince Rupert and District Music Society, who added the idea was sparked by interest from community members. “We’re always looking for more people to participate in music. Obviously, we think it’s a good thing.” A list of people interested in
“We are looking at giving people a second chance to get into music.” - John Turner joining is currently being compiled, along with the instrument they are committed to playing. The society is hoping to find musicians playing brass instruments such as trumpet, trombone, french horn and baritone tuba, along with wood wind instruments such as flute, clarinet, saxophone and oboe, and a drummer for percussion. Turner encourages anyone who would like to pick up one of these instruments to get involved. “Ultimately, my goal would be to get people to a level where they can play with the existing community band,” he said.
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Former musicians who want to pick up their instruments again are being invited to join a beginner band.
The society will hold a meeting this week to look at what’s available and will then move forward with the creation of the band. Anyone interested is asked to email John Turner at joturner@citywest.ca.
Digby Towers looks for national exposure BY SHAUN THOMAS PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
The cast of Digby Towers is hoping strong community support could land them a spot on national television. The show, which was performed at Udderfest for the past two years and stars David Smook, Michael Gurney, Jeff Bill and Leah Jowe as roommates in Prince Rupert’s tallest apartment complex, has been submitted to the CBC Comedy Coup competition. If Digby Towers gets enough fan support, through people
registering to vote at www. comedycoup.cbc.ca, the Harbour Theatre alumni could win a 30-minute prime time special on CBC and $500,000 in funds to finance the production. Voting takes place over 10 weeks between Oct. 2 and Dec. 10, 2014. Smook said there are over 200 entries, with voting cutting the number of eligible winners down to a Top 100, Top 50 and a Top 15. The Final Five will make their case before a panel of experts in Toronto. The winner will be greenlit for production, with a primetime special airing next fall.
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Glen Irving clears the ice between the second and third periods.
Taylor and Kerry Northcott show off the commemorative programs for Saturday’s home-opener.
Brooklynn and Pauline Woodrow offer up team jerseys to Rampage fans.
Krysta Ostrom rings in an order at the concession stand.
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Join us Fri. Oct. 31, 2014 for our Community Hallowe’en Fest with games, tons of candy, free draws and a haunted house. It will be held at the Jim Ciccone Civic Centre from 6-8 p.m. Pool activities at Earl Mah Aquatic Centre Sun. Oct. 26 for children 12 and under from 3-5 pm; and Oct. 31 for teens 13 to 18 from 8-10 pm. Fireworks will be at 8:15 pm at the Doug Kerr fields. This is the 27th Annual event and assists community policing and fire/rescue departments. Students and adults are encouraged to volunteer to help make our community safe by calling 250-62-GHOST. (624-4678)
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Plans for Hallowe’en Fest 2014 are well underway and organizers need your help! This event attracts hundreds of children throughout the community and provides opportunity for Prince Rupert youth to engage in a positive, safe and fun Hallowe’en. Sponsors and volunteers are very proud to present this community celebration again this year. Ghosts and goblins of all ages are encouraged to attend Hallowe’en Fest 2014 which features a haunted house, games, prizes and candy, candy, candy. The event is held at the Jim Cic- Colour this picture and drop it off or mail it before 5 p.m. Oct 30 cone Civic Centre on Fri, Oct.31, 2014 from 6 pm to 8 pm and will be The Prince Rupert Northern View 737 Fraser St to win. followed by a community Fireworks demonstration. (weather permitting). The success of this event relies very heavily on volunteer support and more than 100 Name: __________________________________________________________ volunteers are required to plan, set up, take down and run the event. The Hallowe’en Fest Committee is looking for community minded individuals who are interested in dedicating a few hours of their time to enhancing public safety and Age: __________________ Phone Number ________________________ engaging youth in a positive way on Hallowe’en night. Anyone interested in assisting the organizers with this event on 31st are asked to call 62-GHOST Space Sponsored By (624-4678).
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Bikers hit the road for 2014 Toy Run BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
Pink foam monkeys, donuts and leather pants kicked off the merry season for the Prince Rupert Harley Riders Club, who helped raise thousands of dollars and hundreds toys during the 33rd Annual Toy Run over the weekend. Fifty-five riders came from as far as Kitimat and Prince George, an increase over 2013’s participant totals, to take part in the tradition that gives kids a chance to have a terrific holiday season and provide some entertainment for the Harley Riders to boot. Capt. Gary Sheils of the Salvation Army made some opening remarks before the riders took off down Fraser Street at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday for the poker run. “What an awesome day,� Capt. Sheils said to the masses gathered around the silver chrome and two-wheeled modern
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Riders in the Toy Run make their way down Fraser Street.
carriages. “I just want you to know how very thankful I am to each and every one of you for pitching in like this and for participating. It’s so important to what we do at this time of year ... you just refresh and warm my heart with all the help that you give us.� The Harley Riders rode with a patch honouring the memory of Jeff Adams, a
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club member who passed away recently. After the poker run, the riders held a dance at Fisherman’s Hall with live bands and sold commemorative T-shirts and tickets for door prizes at the venue. The exact totals raised for the Prince Rupert Salvation Army Christmas Hamper Program have yet to be revealed.
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Recycling dropoff opened BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
It was the grandest ribbon-cutting for a series of recycling bins in Prince Rupert’s history, but it also symbolized a greener and more sustainable future. As of last weekend, the Skeena — Queen Charlotte Regional District’s (SQCRD) 24-hour-per-day recycling transfer station is now open thanks to a funding partnership between the district, the Prince Rupert Port Authority, the Coast Sustainability Trust, the Government of Canada and the City of Prince Rupert. Mainland Solid Waste Management Committee member Jean Martin was on hand, along with SQCRD chair
Barry Pages to open up the facility to the public. “It’s a great honour and privilege to be here,� said Pages on Saturday. “Recycling has been an issue that the regional district has been discussing for a number of years and we’re proud of how [the transfer station] has turned out.� Martin prepared a few words for the opening as well, stating some figures and data she hopes will be higher in the future with the brand new station. “More than 500 Prince Rupert families recycle regularly and I hope this new drop-off facility will encourage much more participation,� said Martin. Also on hand to break in the new facility were Prince Rupert Mayor Jack
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Barry Pages and Jean Martin cut the ribbon at the recycling dropoff.
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On the morning of Oct. 1, a wounded fawn being pursued by two wolves swam to the Prince Rupert Port Authority’s patrol vessel in the waters off Ridley Island. Harbour Patrol crew members Darsen Skaar and Kaleb Fitzsimmons recovered the deer and transported it to the Prince Rupert Wildlife Rehab Shelter for care.
Derick Stinson is riding a wave of new economic activity in his hometown of Kitimat, as plant manager for Pyrotek High-Temperature Industrial Products Inc. Derick says that his UNBC education helped him get the job, and his dad Steven, who supported UNBC from the start, helped lay the groundwork.
Notes from the Seniors Centre BY DONNA PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
No university in Canada has a history like UNBC’s. Imagine 16,000 people calling on government to create a northern university. It happened here. Before UNBC was a university, it was a social movement that instilled a strong sense of ownership, purpose, and adventure in the region, which carries over to our students today.
The Seniors Centre will be closed Monday, Oct. 13 for Thanksgiving. We hope everyone has a wonderful holiday with family and/or friends. For those of you who play cards, the card players will be at the centre on Monday, doors open at 12:30 - no lunch service. Tuesday, Oct. 14 is our general meeting at 10 a.m. Please try and attend so we can have a quorum. I
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Haida Gwaii VOL. 9 NO. 41
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2014
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Charlotte’s first leader not running again BY MARTINA PERRY QUEEN CHARLOTTE / The Northern View
Queen Charlotte Mayor Carol Kulesha, who was the first and, to this day, only person to fill the position, has decided not to seek re-election in the upcoming municipal election. “It’s been a long journey. It was a very difficult decision to make because in many ways I love the work that I am doing, but I’ve been doing it a for a long time,” said Kulesha. Kulesha became the community’s first mayor in 2005 after it was incorporated. Prior to that, Kulesha served as Queen Charlotte’s regional district director, was a member - Carol Kulesha of the management committee and was on the community’s advisory planning committee. All together, Kulesha has been a prominent figure for the past 21 years. For Kulesha, one of the biggest highlights of her political career was being part of the incorporation of Queen Charlotte. “I was really pleased to see that it was going to come through, and that it would be a viable community,” she said. But after incorporation there was a lot of work to be done. Other highlights for Kulesha have been the creation of a Spirit Square and the start of construction on pedestrian walkways in the community. “I’m not leaving. I love it here; I love the people, the town and the area,” said Kulesha. “I’ll be looking to serve in other ways, but I want a bit more time for myself.”
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Haida Nation president Peter Lantin and Heiltsuk Chief Councillor Marilyn Slett sign the peace treaty during a Sept. 20. potlatch.
Haida Nation granted standing in challenge to Northern Gateway BY SHAUN THOMAS HAIDA GWAII / The Northern View
The Haida Nation will get its day in court as it continues the fight to stop the Enbridge Northern Gateway project. The Federal Court of Appeal ruled on Sept. 26 that the Council of the Haida Nation will be granted standing in its challenge to the federal cabinet approval of the pipeline. The news was welcomed by Haida Nation President Peter Lantin.
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Vigil remembers missing, murdered women Raising awareness for Highway of Tears BY MARTINA PERRY PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View
It has been years since Prince Rupert’s Tamara Chipman went missing on the Highway of Tears and, since then, little has been done to prevent more women from disappearing on the stretch of highway between Prince Rupert and Prince George. The North Coast Transition Society doesn’t want the victims of the Highway of Tears to be forgotten, holding the Take Back the Highway Sisters in Spirit Vigil on Friday in remembrance of the missing and murdered women along Highway 16 and across Canada, a large portion of whom were Aboriginal. Prince Rupert’s event was part of a national movement seeking to raise awareness for the more than 580 missing or murdered Aboriginal women and girls across the country, with 2,006 similar events being held in communities around Canada. In Prince Rupert, more than 20 people attended the Oct. 3 vigil. At the event Treena Decker, Stopping the Violence counsellor with the North Coast Transition Society, said she is saddened that the Highway of Tears hasn’t been recognized as the tragedy it is. “If we were talking about 580 middle and upper class white males that were missing from across Canada, we wouldn’t be pushing very hard. There would automatically be action being taken instead of us turning the blind eye,” said Decker. Those in attendance discussed the importance of not blaming the victims for hitchhiking, but instead laying
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Bonnie Nelson and Debbie Ridsdale leads the group in song during the vigil.
“One of the biggest things we can do is talk about what that safety looks like.” - Treena Decker the blame on the perpetrator of the horrendous crimes. “People are on the highway all of the time, so we have to make it safe for the people who pass. One of the biggest things we can do is talk about what that safety looks like and move forward on it,” said Decker, noting increased cell phone service has been selected as a viable solution. Bonnie Nelson and Debbie Ridsdale were two of
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GITGA’AT FIRST NATION SKILLS, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM UPCOMING PROGRAMS If you qualify for , you can apply at any time for support for a course or training program of your choice that meets program requirements.
YOU CAN ALSO APPLY NOW FOR THESE UPCOMING COURSES THIS FALL: MEDIC FOR THE GAS INDUSTRY
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Date: October 20 – November 08, 2014
Date: November 20, 2014
Prince Rupert, B.C. (Exact location to be advised)
Location: Northwest Community College, Prince Rupert, B.C.
Medics are in high demand on remote development sites and sites with large crews, and in large vessel operations. Qualified applicants learn from professional paramedics, registered nurses, emergency room attendants, and health teachers. 15 places are available to Gitga’at members: if you are interested in registering for this course you must contact Chris Bolton at 1-800-555-5555 or (250) 8412500, ext. 223 or email him chrisbolton@gitgaat.net.
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SVOP Date: November 03, 2014 Location: Northwest Community College, Prince Rupert, B.C. EaZVhjgZ VcY 8dbbZgX^Va KZhhZa DeZgVi^dch jcYZg +% Idc BVg^cZ 7Vh^X ;^ghi 6^Y ' YVnh HbVaa KZhhZa DeZgVidg 8Zgi^ÄXViZ ) YVnh GZhig^XiZY DeZgVidg 8Zgi^ÄXViZ BVg^i^bZ 8dbbZgX^Va ( YVnh HbVaa EVhhZc\Zg 8Vggn^c\ KZhhZa HV[Zin B:9 6' ( YVnh 15 places available to Gitga’at members: if you are interested in registering for this course you must contact Chris Bolton at (250) 841–2500 REGISTER EARLY TO ENSURE ACCEPTANCE Registration forms for all courses and detailed course information are available at www.gitgaattraining.com. Chris Bolton will be in Prince Rupert on Thursday October 10th, 2014 for interviews with interested applicants. Please contact Chris ahead of time to arrange an appointment at 1-800-555-5555 or (250) 841-2500, ext. 223 or email him chrisbolton@gitgaat.net.
FOR REGULAR UPDATES ON NEW COURSES AND OTHER INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE REGULARLY AT
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Full and Part time for Coastal Taxi Send resume & driver’s abstract to PO Box 56 Kitimat, BC V8C 2G6 No phone calls
December 5, 1927 October 8, 1989
THE Management of the Chatham Building is looking for a reliable and responsible individual to do light janitorial duties from 3 to 5 hours daily, during the day, 5 days a week. If you are interested in steady work at $18 an hour, please leave your resume at the front desk of the Museum of Northern BC (open Tuesday to Saturday) by Oct. 21.
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NISGA’A CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES A PROGRAM OF NISGA’A LISIMS GOVERNMENT Extend heartfelt gratitude and recognition to all foster parents for their commitment to maintaining the quality of life of Nisga’a children in care Foster parents enrich the life of a child with love, support, commitment and safety crucial to a healthy upbringing. For further information on how you may become a foster parent, contact a NCFS Resource Social Worker today! Nisga’a Child & Family Services (NCFS) P.O. Box 231, New Aiyansh, B.C. V0J 1A0 T 1-888-633 2603 • F (250) 633 2609 W www.nisgaanation.ca/foster-care
Employment Business Opportunities GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000 + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected Territories. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website www.tcvend.com.
Career Opportunities BUILDING INSPECTOR for the DISTRICT OF KITIMAT (Regular Full Time Position) Under the supervision of the Technical Services Manager processes building permit applications, performs inspections, reviews drawings and construction for conformance with legislation, regulations and standards. Explains and enforces municipal bylaws. The successful applicant will have BOABC or Canadian Registered Building Certification (preference will be given to Level 2 certification or higher) and a minimum Class 5 driver’s license. This bargaining unit position has a wage scale ranging from $37.94 - $45.90/hour (over 2 years) with a 35 hour work week. Submit detailed resumes, including references by: October 29, 2014 to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat BC V8C 2H7, Phone (250) 6328900,Fax (250) 632-4995, or e-mail dok@kitimat.ca. Community information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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MARINE PILOT FAMILIARIZATION PROGRAM The Pacific Pilotage Authority is accepting Expressions of Interest from qualified mariners interested in participating in a Marine Pilot Familiarization Program prior to examination as apprentice pilots. This program will run from January 2015 to January 2017. Applicants must be Canadian citizens and willing to undergo a medical examination. For information on Certification and Sea-time requirements please refer to the Pacific Pilotage Regulations, Sections 4 and 5. The regulations can be found on our webpage www.ppa.gc.ca under Corporate Information. Qualified applicants who are interested in this program and would like an application package, should apply in writing via email or post prior to 1530 hrs on Friday, October 24, 2014, to:
Director, Marine Operations Pacific Pilotage Authority 1000 - 1130 West Pender Street Vancouver, BC, V6E 4A4 email: famprogram@ppa.gc.ca
If tears could build a stairway, andand memories were a lane. memories a lane. We would walk right up to Heaven and bring you back again. No farewell words were spoken, No time to say “Goodbye”. You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why. Ourhearts heartsstill stillaches ache with Our withsadness, sadness, and secret tears still flow. lose you What it meant to love No one can ever know. But now we know you want us to mourn for you no more; To remember all the happy times life still has much in store. Since you’ll never be forgotten, We pledge to you today~ A hollowed place within our hearts is where you’ll always stay. Gone from our lives, but not from our hearts Brenda, Sharon, Neil, Elaine, Kevin and families
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EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Prince Rupert Grain Ltd operates a world-class, high-speed grain export terminal situated in Prince Rupert on the scenic north coast of British Columbia. The Maintenance department is currently seeking qualiŵed applicants for the following position.
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
You must possess exceptional organizational, analytical and planning skills, as well as strong leadership, supervisory, multi-tasking, communications and interpersonal skills. You will have as a minimum, an Electrical Trades Qualiŵcation (TQ) from a provincially recognized post secondary institution or another appropriate qualiŵcation/s such as an Electrical Engineering degree. Previous experience working with materials handling and process control equipment in a heavy industrial, union environment will be considered an asset. The primary role of the Maintenance Supervisor is supervising, planning and implementing all maintenance activities in the plant in order to maximize production while adhering to standard safe practices and procedures, environmental and legislative requirements. This position manages both in-house trades and contractors. You have a proven ability to motivate and direct crews in a safe, efŵcient and cost effective manner while developing and maintaining effective relationships with other supervisors, management and third parties. You will have experience working with RS view and new generation process controls such as AB control logix, PLC and wireless communications, high voltage motor controls, ŵre systems, locomotives, VFD’s and other electronic and electrical equipment. A strong commitment to safety, training, environmental protection will be considered assets. The successful applicant will be required to participate in a Company sponsored pre-employment medical examination. PRG offers a competitive compensation package that includes a comprehensive employee beneŵt program. Interested individuals who want to join our team are invited to submit your resumes in conŵdence by October 31, 2014 to: Human Resources Department Prince Rupert Grain Ltd. PO Box 877 Prince Rupert, BC V8J 3Y1 or Fax: (250) 627-8541 or email hr@prgrain.bc.ca Prince Rupert Grain LTD is an equal opportunity employer
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PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES: Troyer Ventures Ltd. is a privately owned energy services company servicing Western Canada. All job opportunities include competitive wages, comprehensive beneďŹ ts package and room for advancement. We are accepting applications at multiple branches for: Professional Drivers (Class 1, 3), and Mechanics. Successful candidates will be self-motivated and eager to learn. Experience is preferred, but training is available. Valid safety tickets, clean drug test, references and a drivers abstract are required. For more information and to apply, please visit our website at: Troyer.ca
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS needed! Employers seeking over 200 additional CanScribe graduates. Student loans available. Income-tax receipts issued. Start training today. Work from Home! Website: www.canscribe.com. Email: info@canscribe.com. Or call 1.800.466.1535.
PACIFIC TIMBER in Burns Lake is looking for MILLWRIGHT. Fabricating and electrical experience an asset. Does not need to be ticketed. Must have experience in sawmilling.
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The City of Prince Rupert Recreation Department is now accepting resumes for the following position:
Labourers • Recreation Coordinator – Permanent Full Time (40 hours per week)
LABOURERS Houston, BC DH Manufacturing in Houston BC is looking for labourers. Must be reliable, physically ďŹ t and willing to work shift work. Starting wage up to $16.75/hr. BeneďŹ t package after 3 months employment. Email dhmnfg@gmail.com
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We invite you to visit the City’s website for a complete copy of the job description at: www.princerupert.ca/cityhall/careers
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EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Prince Rupert Grain Ltd operates a world-class, high-speed grain export terminal situated in Prince Rupert on the scenic north coast of British Columbia. The Maintenance department is currently seeking qualiĹľed applicants for the following position.
ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGIST
The ideal candidate will have a high degree of troubleshooting experience, possess a superior technical background and have the desire to work in industrial maintenance setting. You will be familiar with RS view and new generation process controls such as AB control logix, VFD’s and communications networks and a variety of sensory equipment including electronic scales and modulating gate controllers. This opportunity is a union position and shift work will be required. The successful applicant will be required to participate in a Company sponsored pre-employment medical examination. Currently this position is paid $40.66/hr in addition, PRG offers a comprehensive hourly employee benežt program. Interested individuals who want to join a great team are invited to submit their resumes in conždence by October 24, 2014 to: Human Resources Department Prince Rupert Grain Ltd. PO Box 877 Prince Rupert, BC V8J 3Y1 or Fax: (250) 627-8541 or email hr@prgrain.bc.ca Prince Rupert Grain LTD is an equal opportunity employer
EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Prince Rupert Grain Ltd operates a world-class, high-speed grain export terminal situated in Prince Rupert on the scenic north coast of British Columbia. The Maintenance department is currently seeking qualiĹľed applicants for the following position.
MILLWRIGHT (INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC)
The ideal candidate should have a high degree of troubleshooting experience and possess the ability to resolve hydraulic system faults. Experience in fabrication would be a deĹľnite asset. You will be able to demonstrate a superior technical background and have the desire to work in industrial maintenance. Ideally the successful candidate will bring 10 years of experience performing general Millwright duties, with a proven safety and health record. You must hold a valid drivers license and an Interprovincial Red Seal Millwright ticket. Shift work will be required. Currently the position is paid $40.30/hr, in addition, PRG offers a comprehensive hourly employee beneĹľt program.
Applications must be submitted to the Director of Recreation, 1000 McBride Street, Prince Rupert, BC, V8J 3H2 by 4pm on October 17, 2014. We thank all applicants for their interest in the position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
CARRIERS WANTED 1st Ave W, 2nd Ave W & 3rd Ave W and Park Ave
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Prince Rupert Grain Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer
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The City of Prince Rupert is now accepĆ&#x;ng Resumes for a full Ć&#x;me LandÄŽll Scale House AĆŠendant at our Ridley Island LandÄŽll Site. If you are a highly moĆ&#x;vated, mulĆ&#x;tasking, enthusiasĆ&#x;c self starter with clerical and administraĆ&#x;ve experience, experience. please Please send your resume, by October 22, 2014, to:
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Certified Millwright Babine Forest Products is currently searching for a Certified Millwright to join our Burns Lake operation. The successful candidate will have substantial knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, use, repair and maintenance. You will have experience installing equipment, machines, wiring or programs to meet specifications. You will be confident in determining the appropriate tools or equipment needed to complete a job and must be able to troubleshoot efficiently and be proficient with mathematics. The demands of this position require that you are in good physical condition, are able to visualize how something will look after it has been moved or rearranged, have the ability to see details at close range and have excellent manual dexterity and coordination. Preferred qualifications would be a minimum of 5 years in a sawmill environment and certification from a recognized institution. Good verbal and written communication is also necessary for this position. Please forward your resume by October 20, 2014 to:
PR Blvd and Drake Crecent
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A pre-employment medical is required. Interested individuals who want to join a great team are invited to submit their resumes in conĹľdence to us by October 24, 2014: Human Resources Department Prince Rupert Grain Ltd. 1300 Ridley Island Road Prince Rupert, BC V8J 3Y1 or Fax: (250) 627-8541 or email hr@prgrain.bc.ca
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250-624-8088 737 Fraser St, Prince Rupert
Anne Currie, Human Resources Assistant Babine Forest Products Limited #HRCanada@hamptonaffiliates.com Confidential fax 503-291-5591 Babine Forest Products, working jointly with First Nations, provides equal opportunity for employment including First Nation status privileges. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and the potential for career advancement. We wish to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A relocation allowance is negotiable for the successful applicant.
Babine Forest Products Limited, Burns Lake BC
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Cook’s Jewellers
DORPER Cross Sheep ock for sale. 15 ewes and 25 lambs. $4500. Phone 250397-4126.
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Job Opportunity: Grant Researcher/Writer Summary: Researches, prepares, executes, submits, tracks, and reports all grant proposals seeking funding for various departments within the City of Prince and other not for profit organizations, on behalf of the City and the Skeena Queen Charlotte Regional District. Primary Duties: Under the direction of the Economic Development Officer and in conjunction with Skeena Queen Charlotte Regional District, the Grant Writer will be responsible for the following duties: x Research and identify grant opportunities; x Conduct pre-grant application meetings with appropriate team members to determine cost/benefits, timelines, responsibilities, criteria and application process; x Lead in grant writing process and submission; x Develop and maintain grant activity reporting system and related confidential files; x Convenes post grant acceptance meetings with appropriate staff to finalize implementation and reporting schedules and responsibilities; x Coordinate grant reporting schedules, reporting responsibilities and prepare necessary reports to comply with grant requirements; x Establish and maintain strong relationships with team members and grant funders, and; x Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge and Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft tools, excellent written & oral communication skills. Must possess excellent research, writing, proof reading, planning, organizing, conceptual and strategic thinking skills. Must be able to communicate in a compelling and succinct manner. Ability to work independently as well as with a team. Must be able to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and be flexible to changing priorities. Qualifications: x Completed or currently enrolled in an English or Business Admin post-secondary program; x Previous experience with non-profit fundraising; x Experience working in deadline-driven environments; x Able to work well in a team environment, handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines, and; x Able to monitor and meet income goals. Job Type: Full time, Temporary Start Date: ASAP End Date: 400 hours with potential for additional program beginning January 2015 Please submit resumes Attention: Paul Vendittelli to candice.campbell@princerupert.ca by October 15th, 2014. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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www.bandstra.com Bandstra Transportation Systems Ltd is looking for an experienced office administrator Offi ceassistant Administration and dispatch for its Prince Rupert location. The successful applicant will be responsible for answering phone calls, dealing with customers, general office work & Dispatch Assistant and data entry. In addition would assist with the supervising and dispatching of Prince Rupert, BC equipment and personnel to the proper work locations.
Bandstra Transportation Systems Ltd is looking for an experienced office administrator • Efficiently utilize computers andRupert variouslocation. softwareThe programs and dispatch assistant for its Prince successful applicant will be • Comfortable using electronic tracking system to locate freightgeneral office work responsible for answering phone calls, dealing with customers, and data entry. In addition with the and dispatching of • Highly organized andwould able toassist multi-task in asupervising fast paced environment equipment and personnel to the proper work locations.
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Financial Services LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
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Livestock DORPER Cross Sheep flock for sale. 15 ewes and 25 lambs. $4500. Phone 250397-4126.
Merchandise for Sale
Garage Sales Moving Sale. Everything has to go. 125 Cade Place Sat Oct. 11th 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Misc. for Sale HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? 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 or call 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS. Gift-card give-away! 20x22 $4,358. 25x24 $4,895. 30x30 $6,446. 32x32 $7,599. 40x46 $12,662. 47x72 $18,498. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 or visit us online: www.pioneersteel.ca
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Genealogy Club meets every first Tuesday at the Family History Centre on Pr. Rupert Blvd Phone Josie at 250-624-3279
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PR: 3 bdrm,1 1/2 bath, family room, workshop, storage room, off-street parking and is central. N/S, No Pets. Ref. req. 1 year lease. $1275 per mon. Call 250-624-4574.
Moving Sale. Everything has to go. 125 Cade Place Sat Oct. 11th 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Misc. for Sale HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? 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 or call 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS. Gift-card give-away! 20x22 $4,358. 25x24 $4,895. 30x30 $6,446. 32x32 $7,599. 40x46 $12,662. 47x72 $18,498. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 or visit us online: www.pioneersteel.ca
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250-624-9298
ROOSEVELT HEIGHTS APARTMENTS Exteriors renovated 3 bedroom apartments. Heat and hot water included. No smoking. No pets $850 per month.
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Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 778-281-0030. Local.
Real Estate For Sale By Owner
3 Bdrm Home for Sale by Owner. Located on East end of town. $245,000. For more info call 250-600-3756 after 6 pm.
References required.
Phone between 9am - 6pm 250-627-8123
Homes for Rent Executive suite with a view in Port Ed. 3 bdrm 2 full bath. Master bdrm has jacuzzie tub on-suite. Sunroom and outdoor decks. 5 appliances. N/S, pets negotiable. $2000/ mo. + utilities. Call 250-639-9757 or 778-629-5054
Real Estate
Community Hallowe’en Fest Can’t or don’t want to hand out candy at your door on October 31st? Then get your door donation sign at your local bank for a minimum donation to assist your 27th annual Community Hallowe’en Fest at the Civic Centre. And you’ll be supporting your local RCMP and Fire/Rescue with the safe and fun evening for children. Thank you very much! For further information call 250-62-GHOST (624-4678). The Prince Rupert Hospital Auxiliary Society is looking for new members. Meetings are held once a month,for further information please call Lila @250-627-1886.
FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928
Merchandise for Sale
ON GOING
STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
DORPER Cross Sheep flock for sale. 15 ewes and 25 lambs. $4500. Phone 250397-4126.
OCT 14 - 7 p.m. at the Legion across from Overwaitea, The Prince Rupert Garden Club is looking for new members, no experience necessary. This months topic - “How did your garden grow”. This months door price is a pot of planted bulbs. Refreshments served. Bring your mug.
PR Large spacious 3 Bedroom house 4th Ave E, waterveiw, recently renovated, electric heat, W/D included, N/S, N/P, ref required. $1,600 per month 250-627-9307. PR: Newly reno’s 4 bdrm house in Pineridge area. N/S, No Pets. $1200 per mon + utilities, D/D and ref. req. Call 250-627-9232 PR: Very Large 4 bedroom suite(3 up and 1 down) 2 1/2 bath, Rec. Room. Parking for 2 cars. Near the hospital. $2000 per mon. plus utilities. Avail. Nov. 1st. References Required. rupertrentals@gmail.com
Skyline Manor
1200 Summit Ave. Bachelor & 1 Bedroom Suites. Security Entrance, harbour views, balconies, storage, laundry facilities, hot water & heat included. Sorry no pets. Close to hospital, bus stop & downtown. References required. Contact our on site Manager at 250-624-6019
Suites, Lower PR: 1 bdrm suite for Rent @ Sloan Ave. Avail. immed. Call 250-624-5973.
Want to Rent WANTED to Rent: Professional couple with 2 well-behaved dogs, looking for nice/clean home to rent in Prince Rupert/ Port Ed area. References avail. Please call 250-701-5631.
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P.R. Royal Canadian Legion meets the 3rd Monday of every month. Come visit the Military Museum Thursday - Sunday from 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Call 250-622-2917 for more information. School District 52 Band Program is looking for donations of band instruments! Help us bring music to all students by donating that trumpet you have in your basement or the saxophone in your coat closet! If you have an instrument no one is playing, please call School District office @ 250-627-6717 for pick up. Meals on Wheels program needs volunteers to deliver hot meals to people in Prince Rupert on Mon. Wed. and Fri. from 11 am - 12 noon. Call Andrea Vogt 250-622-6375 for further info. Girl Guide Leaders needed immediately! Did you have a great experience with Girl Guides Canada? Are you available Thurs. evenings from 6:15 - 8:15? We need you. Adult females of any age are welcome, no experience needed, training provided, meet new friends, being a leader looks good on your resume. Contact Dawn 250-624-6450 or dquast@ citywest.ca North Coast Victim Services Act Now! Protect yourself and your household, avoid becoming a victim. Obtain a free home security package and a free home inspection. Call 250-627-7779
From Tears to Hope Prince Rupert’s Community Grief Support Group provides education and sharing. Meetings run 8 consecutive weeks, several times each year. Pre-registration is required. Contact 250-6277779 Become a member of the Prince Rupert Salmon Enhancement Society to get exciting hands on experience with Salmon at the Oldfield Creek Fish Hatchery and in their natural habitat. You will play a vital role in everything from community education to spawning, raising, and releasing Salmon to local streams. We welcome any level of experience and will provide the necessary training to turn you into a Salmon expert! Call 250-624-6733 or email oldfieldhatchery@gmail.com 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 250-627-8776. Cornerstone MB Church: Coffee mornings at 202-6th Ave. West. Tuesday & Wednesday 10 am - noon All are welcome! 250-627-1033 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. Cornerstone MB Church: Sunday Celebration every week @ 10:30 am, everyone welcome. Call 250627-1033 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 250-6271717, 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 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints invites you to visit mormon.org . Call the LDS Missionaries @ 250-600-3032 for info
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