HG Trader Magazine Issue #80 February 2017

100 YEARS

YOUNG

An interview with Sergius de Bucy

TUNING IN! Radio on Haida Gwaii has begun

THE BEAST Haida Gwaii is headed to the North American Indigenous Games

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All Island Art Show Skidegate Brass Band Living and Learning Venison Chili The Boon Docs

Haida GwaII

Eyes Wide Open

Proactive ponderings about Common Challenges

TOW HILL ROAD

FOREVER Dear Haida Gwaii residents, past, present, and future.

Submitted by Rich Schultz

Dear Haida Gwaii residents, past, present, and future. I am certain that all concerned will agree that Tow Hill Road is a major tourist attraction. This needs to be repeated – Tow Hill Road is a major tourist attraction and has been for the last 30 years, or since tourists first started coming to the island. This statement is past all debate or argument and is a fact. Many islanders make a living, one way or another, off of the tourist industry. I have been renting cabins to tourists for about 35 years. I actually personally talk to them and can say with absolute certainty that they all love the Tow Hill Road experience. Never have I been told that the road needs improvement or widening or more speed.

It is the experience of driving through a virgin old-growth rainforest with moss and dappled sunlight that inspires literally thousands of photographs yearly by the hundreds of tourists who drive the road. That said, every few years there is a threat to this jewel in the Haida Gwaii crown. And each time this happens, there is discord, and tempers heat.

I believe strongly the way to solve this ongoing problem is to designate Tow Hill Road a heritage road and thus inviolate to change. There are heritage houses and heritage parks... no reason not to include a heritage road in this list. If anyone can

show that there is a more beautiful or unique road in Canada or anywhere else, I will eat my hat – brim and all.

The road was evaluated some years ago by the Dept. of Highways and deemed safe for cars to pass anywhere on the road, so that is a non-issue. From my contact in the Ministry of Transportation, I’m told that this is possible, even simple. His, and my, suggestions are to: 1. Contact our MLA Jennifer Rice to start the ball rolling; she will know who to speak to and why.

2. Contact the Parks Dept. to get on board as it is in their jurisdiction and mandate.

3. Have all city mayors state their support for this designation.

4. Bring public support (via letters, etc.), as well as petitions to our MLA to show general popular support.

5. Ensure all of this same information and support be sent to the proper persons in the Dept. of Tourism, BC, and even Tourism Canada.

Let’s start there, and let’s preserve this beauty for our children and grand-children’s children. Tow Hill Road Forever!

Do you have solution-based thoughts you would like to share?

Please send us your submission by the 15th of the month for publishing consideration.

Questions? Comments? We would love to hear from you! Call us at 250-557-2088 Or email: info@haidagwaiitrader.com or mail: PO Box 222, Port Clements, BC V0T1R0

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IN THIS ISSUE

9 Haida Gwaii Radio

14 100 Years Young Also: Your Ripple Effect................................................4 Roots.............................................................10

17 Living & Learning

Love Haida Gwaii..............................................13 Food for Thought...............................................18 Classifieds..................................................... 23 On the Cover: Sergius de Bucy smiles from his deck on a sunny day in Queen Charlotte.

Photo by Shellene Van der Beke

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Grief:

A Threshold We are over the hump! Daylight teases us with a few seconds more light each week. Spring is coming! But for those who feel the deep loss of a loved one, a marriage, a job or good health, the promise of spring can pale in comparison to the dark well of sorrow in which they find themselves.

the floor, afraid I would break into pieces or go crazy. But no. Soon, the sobbing stopped. I was emptied out, peaceful and ready to handle the day. If we suppress or numb out our sadness, anger, or fear, we also numb out our joy, hope and compassion.

Grief and loss will touch us all. But it is very hard for us to feel and express our grief and vulnerability in our western, death-phobic culture that says, “Get over it and get back to normal.”

Another condition is to express grief creatively. Draw, dance and write it. Sing/howl your story to the forest or the ocean.

There is no getting back to normal, because that former life is gone. Loss and grief takes us into completely new territorybetween what was and the new life that is yet to unfold. It can be scary and lonely to feel so disoriented. The options for navigating this new land are sadly, few. Many of us suffer alone, in silence. We may numb out with TV, video games, social media, work, alcohol and drugs, food or shopping.

“The main thing is welcome grief. Give it a place in your life...

It doesn’t need to be depressing”, said Weller.

“We are most alive at the threshold between loss and revelation” of the new person we are becoming.

“But all emotions have vitality to them and that is our work – to feel them and be alive”. This is the guidance offered by psychotherapist Frances Weller in his book, “The Wild Edge of Sorrow”. He says, “Grief is not a problem to be solved but... an essential experience of being human”. He adds that the real problem is when we don’t have the conditions needed to help us work with our grief.

So what conditions are needed? Time for one. Ancient cultures supported the grieving person to withdraw from a normal, productive life and dedicate a year to their grieving journey. So give yourself the time and space you need.

Community is another condition. We need our family and friends to listen to our stories, to make it safe for us to feel and express our deepest emotions. One friend who lost her sister recently said, “The best thing someone can say to me is ‘Tell me about your sister!’ ”

Finally, get professional support if you need it.

We need to cry and know our tears are not a sign of weakness, but a natural release. I remember in the early days of my divorce many years ago, I would drive my children to school and then return home, sometimes finding myself sobbing on

Liz Wouters is a Certified Coach, and trained in Conflict Management, Psychology, and Adult Education. For individual or group coaching sessions on work, life or interpersonal issues, please contact her at lwoutersca@yahoo.ca

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Golden-Crowned Kinglet

A pocket of mediumsized hemlock and spruce around the garden are still standing due in part to the Golden-crowned Kinglet. It seems that each time I stand in front of the trees and contemplate cutting them down to provide a little more light, I hear the birds approaching. Calls of “tsee tsee tsee” announce their presence as they flit and hover in an acrobatic style while searching for spiders or flies in a very focused manner. Often accompanied by Chestnut-backed Chickadees, these groups of very small birds change my perspective from “green objects in the way” to one of seeing them as an integral part of the ecosystem of one of my favorite birds.

It is difficult to say why I find the Kinglet so endearing. Perhaps it is the delicate purr of their soft wings in juxtaposition with the spiky spruce; the beautiful vibrant golden-orange crowns outlined with black, like a tiny fire burning amongst the olivegrey feathers and foliage; or is it imagining their nest (built by the female) of deep thick moss and lichen, bound with spider webs, lined with fine rootlets and feathers, suspended under the tip of a spruce branch 60’ above the ground. They certainly are symbols of a healthy forest.

Multidisciplinary artist Thomas Arnatt specializes in murals inspired by birds, nature & meditation. His studio is located in the beautiful Tow Hill Road community on Haida Gwaii. For commissions and/or more information, Thomas can be reached by email at rayvantric@gmail.com

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Presenting Janice Tanton

Full time Human Being and this year’s All Islands’ Art Show Adjudicator

by Jamie Mcdonald, Coordinator of the 2017 AIAS The All Islands’ Art Show (AIAS) is an annual event showcasing artists of Haida Gwaii working in a variety of media. The adjudicated show is held in the Temporary Exhibit space at the Heritage Centre, from March 10th to April 8th.

Every year, a professional artist is selected to present their work, facilitate a workshop and adjudicate the art. This year, Janice Tanton was chosen for this role. Janice is an interdisciplinary artist, with a focus on painting.

She is no stranger to Haida Gwaii, having participated in the Gwaii Haanas Artist in Residency program in 2012. At the time, a serious illness cut her time here short. With her health recovered, she is eager to return to Haida Gwaii: “I do consider Haida Gwaii very much my second home and would really love to serve its artists and communities”. Following her residency here, she established several scholarships at the Banff Centre for interested Haida leaders to participate in the Indigenous Leadership programs. As an artist in residence at the Banff Centre, she is currently working on a painting project designed to confront racism and foster intra-cultural relationships. For information, visit www.janicetanton.ca/ On April 1st, Janice will be facilitating a full day Egg Tempera workshop. This painting technique has been used for centuries and is most often identified with the work of Andrew Wyeth and older religious iconography works.

Egg tempera paint consists of three ingredients: pigment, egg yolk and water. If done right, the final product has jewel-like, durable qualities that last through the ages. Interested in learning more? Register for the workshop, where you can explore the broad range of artistic possibilities of this handy, luminous medium.

For more information on the show, presentation and workshop, visit www.hgartscouncil.ca/all-island-artshow/

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“This comic is based on a true story.

This very thing almost happened to me when I was doing a locum in Squamish, many moons ago. Luckily there were two sets of sliding doors and the quick-witted nurse locked the inner ones just in time, before the young, curious bear could pull out its Care Card...!”

The Boon Docs

the comic side of small town medicine

by cashoo

2017 All Islands' Art Show $10 fee

Call for artists

Register online & art drop-off

march 3 10 - 5

march 4 11 - 3

Grand Opening

March 10th

Egg

Tempera

$40

Facilitated by

fee

Workshop

Facilitated by Janice Tanton

April 1st 9-5

Bill reid room, HHC

For more information www.hgartscouncil.ca/all-island-art-show allislandartshow@gmail.com or 250.559.4649 7

THE BEAST

Zoey the Beast Collinson smiles at the Skidegate Saints Jr. Girls practice.

Photo: Natasha Collinson. submitted by Haida Laas/Rhonda Lee McIsaac

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he Collinson family are no strangers to the basketball court.

Their athletic builds, high spirits and their keen interest make them quintessential sports enthusiasts.

Natasha Collinson played basketball in her youth and is now coaching and assisting the Skidegate Saints Jr. Girls team in their drive towards the championships at the Jr. All Native in Kelowna this March. Collinson is no stranger to sitting on the basketball sidelines supporting her family in their hoop dreams. Tymeko, nine, has shown interest in playing and can be seen practicing alongside her sisters and family, and Lakye, six, loves to practice her dribbling. Natasha’s son Jhett has been playing since he was 10 years but is currently recovering from an injury and husband Wade, has been playing basketball for over 30 years and today is coaching the Jr. Girls team.

“We are probably here practicing five or six times a week for two hours at a time once basketball season starts,” says Natasha.

The Skidegate Saints Jr. Girls are on the court pounding lay-up drills and Collinson stresses the importance of preventing injury during practice and games.

“Make sure you warm up your body by running or riding the bike,” she reminds the team, adding that their warmups are usually followed by stretching for 10-15 minutes. Collison is diligent in making sure the young players don’t get injured.

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“Even landing right” is important Natasha Collinson stresses as injuries to the knees, ACL, MCL and meniscus, and ankles can be prevented by practicing jumps and landing properly. Landing softly is a learned skill and always something to be mindful of while in the heat of the game, along with the other skills needed to play safely while on the hardwood.

Watching Zoey Collinson practice with the team you notice how she is always smiling and talking with her fellow team mates. She is not unlike the others but you do see how leadership follows her on the court whether she is running a drill or passing the ball to her team mates.

Zoey Collinson has been playing basketball since she was eight.

Now at 12, she says playing with the Skidegate Saints Jr. Girls team “is fun” and that she gets to develop close relationships with her team mates, some who are her best friends; Stacey Edinger, Kalei McDonald and Ryleigh Brennan.

Zoey’s skill set is such that she tried out for a place on Team BC’s basketball team this past December. This is her first time trying out and she learned the bittersweet reality of winning and losing in competitive sports.

“It was fun because I got to meet new people,” in Kamloops at the Thompson Rivers University gymnasium. But it was also “nerve wracking” she says, because “I didn’t want to get cut”.

Zoey Collinson; a Skidegate Saints Jr. Girls point guard, was chosen in round one of province wide try outs to play for Team BC. As point guard, she is responsible for running the ball up the court for the team.

Zoey smiles widely and her eyes shine brightly when asked about her new team membership and says she is “excited to play” at the provincial level.

As part of Team BC, Zoey will be heading to the North American Indigenous Games in Toronto, Ontario from July 16-23, 2017. Her experience so far has taught her to “work with others” and also to acknowledge that “I won’t always win”, and “to be prepared” for all situations.

“I’m really excited about going to the North American Indigenous Games,” exclaims Zoey ‘The Beast’ Collinson, beaming as her eyes dart towards the practice on court and like a released caged animal she bounds back to the court when the interview is concluded.

Heading to the North American Indigenous Games

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Haida Gwaii Radio Society

The clan tournament was only the beginning

By Pete Moore

James McGuire, Daniel McNeil, and Cal Westbrook The weekend of January 19th to the 21st was the 17th annual Clan Tournament in Skidegate, a weekend of basketball in which Haida clans from all over the island form teams and compete. The tournament was jam-packed with thrilling action with the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and finals all coming down to just a few points. The finals between Skedans-Yahgujaanaas and Ts’aahl had the audience on the edge of its seat until the last moments of the game, which saw Skedans-Yahgujaanaas pulling ahead to beat Ts’aahl. The atmosphere in the George Brown Recreation Centre (GBRC) was ecstatic, and a thrill to be a part of.

Luckily, for the first time ever, even those who were not in the gym could be a part of the atmosphere thanks to an audio live stream that broadcast the games all weekend. The idea for the stream came from volunteer James McGuire.

Players from the tournament called the play by play and analysis with a professional flair. All of this was thanks to the newly formed Haida Gwaii Radio Society, which officially formed just a week prior to the event.

“We had met as a group on and off over the last two years, but found the momentum and desire in the last six months to actively move forward with the project,” says Ryan Barber. Barber has been spearheading the radio initiative, alongside a few other directors. The board of directors is intentionally small at this time to “bootstrap the process,” says Barber.

The primary objective behind the Radio Society is to unite the communities across the island through a shared radio station. “I have always felt a lack of awareness about (and connection with) other communities on the islands and I believe radio is the right medium to bridge this gap,” says Barber. The clan tournament was an early example of this, as the stream allowed people all over Haida Gwaii (and beyond) to tune into the games as if they were right there in the GBRC. Although this was the society’s first big event, Barber assures that they will continue moving at full force. “The clan tournament was an absolute blast and we’re looking forward to more basketball games, and maybe a few softball games if we can find some enthusiastic announcers,” he says. The society has also begun broadcasting the monthly Haida Gwaii Coffee House in Queen Charlotte.

To make this happen, the Haida Gwaii Radio Society is going to need the support of the communities and enthusiastic volunteers. In order to create a station run by the people of Haida Gwaii, the society is always looking for more keeners to get involved.

“We’re dreaming of getting some scheduled shows running: surf report from North Beach, weekly Haida language from SHIP, some evenings of music, mornings of yoga over the radio? Right now, the possibilities are endless.”

Daniel McNeil and Duane Alsop

If you’re interested in hearing or recording local radio on Haida Gwaii, please connect with the HGRS on Facebook, at haidagwaiiradio,org, or contact Director Ryan Barber directly: ryan.barber@haidagwaiiradio.org

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The Skidegate Brass Band A different case of music on Haida Gwaii

By Pete Moore

Music is one of the most profound aspects of Haida culture.

Drums, rattles, and boxes, as well as the voices of the singers, have carried the spirit and power of music through Haida culture for centuries. However, Haida music has evolved over time and has not been limited to these; one of the earliest examples of this was the Skidegate Brass Band.

Formed in the early 1900’s by Haida William H. Russ, the Skidegate Brass Band was one of the many brass bands among BC First Nations during that time. Skidegate had at least 2, but the standout was the Skidegate Concert Band, that had 3 consecutive victories at the Gray Cup, a competition of First Nations teams in Prince Rupert much like the All Native Basketball Tournament. One of the brass band’s trophies can still be spotted in the trophy case at the

George Brown Recreation Centre. On the team were many family names still present in Skidegate’s population today.

To help propel the band to this level was their band master Arthur Solomon, who was originally from Victoria. He gained quite the reputation and caused a fair amount of controversy during his time in Skidegate. At the 1913 Royal Commission, Solomon’s residency was brought into question as a result. This was a serious issue because it would compromise Skidegate chances as a band at the tournaments in Prince Rupert.

During this time - the Victorian Period - brass band orchestral music was seen as high art. Although implemented with a colonial intention, these bands were truly celebrated and enjoyed by most everyone.

The Skidegate Brass Band is a modern piece of musical history on Haida Gwaii, and is a testament to their musical proficiency.

These photos are courtesy of the Haida Gwaii Museum at Kay Llnagaay. They can be reached by calling 250-559-4643.

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Venison Chili

with Asiago, Jalapeño Cornbread One of the first things you learn while living as a local on Haida Gwaii is about the abundance of food available to us. A favorite to most locals is the Sitka Black-Tailed Deer.

Hunting is huge on Haida Gwaii. Hunters come to the Island from everywhere to shoot the tasty venison. In fact, the deer were introduced to the Island in the 1890s for sport hunting as well as for their excellent food source. Due to the absence of wolves on the Island, the deer became abundant. Not only is the lean venison tasty and versatile, it can be incorporated into just about any dish that involves meat.

To me, the trick to cooking this lean meat is not to overcook it.

I treat it like any lean meat, adding seasonings and marinades before cooking. Since the meat is so lean, it can taste dry if it’s overdone. In addition, you can create extra flavor by adding other fats to your dishes.

I’m cooking my chili in one of my favorite cast iron pans. I like the cast iron because it allows me to add cornbread to the top of my chili and then I can transfer the whole pan to the oven in order to cook the cornbread. Add the cornbread after the chili has cooked on your stove top for at least I hour and then transfer it to the oven until the cornbread is fully cooked (it will be a light golden color).

Chili Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 strips of bacon, sliced; 1 to 2 pounds of ground deer meat; 1 onion; 3 garlic cloves; 2 stocks of celery; 2 carrots; 2 green chilies; 1 can of canned tomatoes; 1 can tomato paste; 3 cans of beans, mixed (I like to use kidney, baked brown and black); 1/4 cup red wine; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 bay leaf Chili Directions: On medium heat, add the olive oil to your saucepan, add the bacon, and saute until browned. Add the chopped onion and cook until tender. Add the minced garlic. Cook 1 minute. Add the ground deer meat and cook just long enough to get a little color to the meat. Add the veggies and saute until tender, about 2 minutes.

Push meat and veggies aside and add the tomato paste in one area, cook for a few minutes and then mix with your veggies. This is when I like to add the spices: bay leaf, cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper. Add 1/4 cup of red wine and reduce to half. Add the canned tomatoes and beans. Let your chili cook for about 1 hour.

For the cornbread, preheat your oven to 375°F. Cornbread Ingredient: 1/2 cup flour; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 cup cornmeal (fine ground); 1/4 cup wheat germ; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 2/3 cup buttermilk; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 large egg; 1 cup grated Asiago cheese; 1 chopped fresh Jalapeño Cornbread Directions: Mix all dry ingredients in a medium sized bowl.

Mix buttermilk, vegetable oil and the egg together in a small bowl.

Mix and then add to the dry ingredients. Add cheese and the chopped Jalapeño. Mix until combined.

Place large spoonfuls of the cornbread mixture around your chili.

Place in the oven and cook for about 20-25 minutes.

Yvonne Smith, born and raised on Haida Gwaii, is passionate about harvesting and cooking local, seasonal and readily available food.

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SHARING LOCAL FOOD STRENGTHENS COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

Food security is a hot topic these days.

More and more, islanders are talking and thinking about our food – asking questions about where it comes from, how nutritious it is, and how to prepare it. Making use of local food instead of processed items shipped from the mainland benefits our health and is building connections between school students, other community members, and food providers.

Just a generation ago, it was common for schools to serve boiled hot dogs in white buns for a “special” lunch. Today, schools are serving their students regular meals of locally-caught and preserved foods like salmon and halibut, or carrots and chanterelles. Local food banks are distributing meat and vegetables from Haida Gwaii, and adult day programs are serving seniors lunches made of local ingredients.

Many organizations and people have been working through a variety of programs to make the shift to local food possible. The Gwaii Trust recognizes that food security – making sure everyone in our community has access to healthy food – is a an important issue. Working with representatives from local food banks,

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adult day programs, the Local Food to School programs, and others involved in this issue, we have committed significant funds to this area for the past several years, including $181,000 spent in 2016.

For this year, 2017, we have set aside $185,000 for Food Security initiatives.

Money from the Gwaii Trust has helped provide food for the north and south end food banks, school lunches, greenhouses and gardens, a soup kitchen, meals on wheels, and has helped hire pantry coordinators for both ends of the islands. The Local Foods Pantry program, for example, has been running for the past year and a half. This innovative project was developed by the Local Foods to School Program with funding from the Gwaii Trust and Northern Health. Pantry coordinators Sarah Stevenson and Jenn Dysart have been working with schools, young people, food harvesters, food teachers, elders, farmers and community organizations to support more eating, sharing and learning about local food. For example, at Sk’aadgaa Naay elementary, the south end pantry team worked with others to develop learning experiences for 40 students in kindergarten and grade 5, such as juicing and drying carrots; cleaning, sautéing and freezing chanterelles;

and baking pumpkin muffins. Yum! This program has also helped organize several field trips, giving students opportunities to learn first-hand about food harvesting and growing.

Students from GidGalang Kuuyas Naay Secondary had the chance to check out Island Joe’s tomato greenhouses, travelled to Copper Bay to learn about salmon fishing and processing, and spent an afternoon near Kagan Bay picking chanterelles. At Gudangaay Tlaats’gaa Naay Secondary, students worked with Marina and David Jones and Old Massett to process and smoke chum, and helped dig out a garden of rhubarb plants.

That’s not all. The Pantry Coordinators have helped with hot lunch programs at local schools, coordinated bulk purchases from farmers and wild food harvesters, processed and stored local food so it is available for public programs, helped seed gardens and greenhouses, and facilitated food processing workshops for members of the public.

These exciting programs are continuing to develop and work towards a sustainable food system on Haida Gwaii.

For more information about Gwaii Trust grants and programs, please visit our website at gwaiitrust.com.

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Consulting Skidegate in

Pacific Chiton Consulting (PCC) is a writing and consulting business, catering to the needs of the northern region.

While capacity may be limited for a variety of organizations, PCC provides expertise in project management, grant writing, report development, research and more. With a focus on academic writing, PCC seeks to work with health authorities and other local stakeholders to build capacity and assist with projects as required. The activities of PCC are broad and work has ranged from improving non-profit capacity to creative writing projects, health reports and project management.

Being able to work from a rural and remote community on projects that benefit the local community and region is rewarding. Having the opportunity to still work on smaller creative and academic writing projects while maintaining contracts within the region, is a result of the community support that Love Haida Gwaii helps to create.

Love Haida Gwaii has promoted Pacific Chiton Consulting beyond Haida Gwaii, and the professional photo opportunity really helped with the online social media and website presence!

Pacific Chiton Consulting will be expanding over the next few years to include Technical Writing services, a niche of writing that software developers use for their products and services (i.e. online FAQs, manuals, etc.).

Writing is a passion and can take on a variety of forms!

Contact Alissa to discuss your project and how we can fit!

Alissa at Pacific Chiton Consulting can be reached by phone at: 778-349-4219 or by email at: pacificchiton@gmail.com

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Sergius de Bucy

Kind, Wise, and 100 Years Young

By Shellene Van der Beke

It was a beautiful sunny day in Queen Charlotte. While munching on homemade gingersnaps and surprisingly yummy frozen bananas, I had the honor of chatting with Haida Gwaii’s brand new centenarian, Sergius de Bucy. Yes indeed, on February 22nd, Sergius will be 100 years young.

Astoundingly, for 96 of his 100 years (other than for a short Army leave) Sergius was raised, went to school, married, brought up his family, worked and is now retired right here on Haida Gwaii! In no time I realized I was speaking with a very kind, humble and happy soul. When asked about his life here on the islands, Sergius said, with a genuine smile and a twinkle in his eye, “I look upon everybody much the same”…words that support a happy life, for sure.

Born in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, Sergius was raised by his Mother, Sybil de Bucy, and in 1921 when

Gathering firewood at the Pesuta shipwreck/ 1928 / Sybil de Bucy on the ground, Ken Richardson and friend waving from the very top

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Sergius was just four years old, they moved to Tlell and onto her brother, Eric Richardson’s family farm, then and still known as Richardson Ranch. Sergius remembers milking cows and helping out in the garden. To be closer to where he could attend the little 8-10 student school, Sybil purchased a cabin for $75 in Skidegate Landing. She worked at various jobs to keep food on the table for her and her young son, one being the famous Hippa Island Bakery that she ran in 1925 with her friend and partner Mary Sinclair.

Sergius and his Mom later moved to Lawn Hill where, together, they purchased and ran their own farm.

He proudly remembers working the land with their two oxen Sambo and Moses. “If you didn’t work, you didn’t eat,” he recalls matter-of-factly.

When asked for a positive memory from this time in his life, he fondly recalled the jazz-swing, dance music of The Harmony Boys big band orchestra. Made up of numerous talented, local musicians such as Fred Williams, his brother Lloyd

Sergius de Bucy / 1931 Richardson Ranch /14 years old

“With the help of so many people, from every community, I’ve lived this long.”

- Sergius de Bucy

Sergius, a neighbor and Oxen, Sambo and Moses / 1937 Lawn Hill

and six-foot three Jack Dempsey, they played instruments such as the piano, accordion, drums, saxophone, trumpet, violin, banjo and guitar. It was heartwarming music with plenty of hip-swaying, thigh-slapping and foot-stomping fun.

In the early 40’s Sergius met and later married his wife of 28 years, Christina McKenzie. They had four children, Kathy, Wendy, Janice and Roger. Chris worked in the school, the library and helped with Sergius’ taxi business where he drove a bus (that looked like an ambulance) between Queen Charlotte and Port Clements. Sergius also operated a water taxi service to and from Sandspit. Chris’s brother, Stan McKenzie, partnered in business with Sergius over a span of more than 40 years doing many different things such as hand logging, hauling gravel and clearing land, to name only a few.

Marg’s Café / 1962 / Ron Krug, Sergius de Bucy , Al Porter and Marg Ramsay

I asked Sergius if he had any favorite jokes and his response had me in tears. He said “There were two ladies in Port gossiping on the street. One said to the other ‘You know, those dang neighbors, they were so lazy they brought the toilet right into the house!’” Wait for it… Ha! Ha! Good one! (Back in the day, everyone had an outhouse!)

Today, Sergius and his longtime sweetheart, retired Tahayghen schoolteacher Mavis Mark, enjoy nearly daily visits to their favorite coffee shop, Queen B’s, and admire ongoing seascape marvels from the view outside of their lovely waterfront home.

Of course, I could not leave without asking for a few of Sergius’ words of wisdom. He was happy to oblige saying “Most problems in life are the ones you make yourself,” along with “We’re all in the same boat, let’s all row together.”

Wise words indeed.

Sergius de Bucy’s 100th Birthday Open House!

Wednesday, Feb. 22nd from 2-4pm at the Eric Ross Room located at the back of the QC Community Hall.

Open to everyone who would like to drop by and wish Sergius a Happy Birthday!

Come one! Come all!

Photos are courtesy of Sergius de Bucy

Sergius de Bucy and Mavis Mark / mid-90’s

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LIVING & LEARNING Community-based learning on Haida Gwaii

By Pete Moore

Raising a child on Haida Gwaii has its pros and cons.

Unfortunately, staples of a Canadian childhood, such as pee wee hockey and Tim Horton’s hot chocolate, are not a shared experience for the born and raised Haida Gwaii kids. FORTUNATELY, put in place of these are things like growing up with a forest as your backyard, having your version of an I Spy book be the endless beaches, and getting to be a part of a small, but tightly knit and supportive community.

The Living and Learning School, located in Queen Charlotte, fully embraces these opportunities that Haida Gwaii presents. “[The school] started as a group of parents who were homeschooling their children getting together and has evolved into what it is today,” explains Denise Husband, the Principal of the school and the teacher of the grades 8 and 9 classroom. The school formed over 20 years ago and has maintained a goal to thoroughly incorporate the community into their students’ learning.

Now located on a piece of beachfront property, the Living and Learning School takes full advantage of their surroundings. “As much as we can, we focus our education around the outdoor environment, students have daily physical activities outdoors. I think we are most likely the only school on Haida Gwaii with a school set of hip waders and dip nets,” says Husband.

The 2016/2017 year has seen some exciting growth for the chool. Erica Ryan-Gagne, who is currently enrolled in the UNBC Language Program, has been sharing her knowledge of the Haida language with the students. Harold Williams has also been contracted to offer a hands-on carpentry style workshop for interested students. The school has also expanded all of the way up to grade 9, and is working on publishing a book, called “Humans of Haida Gwaii”, for which the students are conducting interviews. A trip to Prince Rupert for the elementary students, a YMCA trip to Toronto for the senior students... the list goes on.

“Haida Gwaii is perhaps one of the most amazing places to be educated.

Where else can you learn to harvest your food, interact with talented artists, learn Haida language directly from elders and participate in hands-on biology projects like project Limestone?”

- Denise Husband

The Living and Learning School is funded partly by the Ministry of Education and is required to fully cover the regular curriculum that public schools do, but they aim to do so in a unique way that matches each and every student.

“Some of the past students of the Living and Learning School are now parents and we are looking forward to welcoming a 2nd generation of children into our school in the next few years,” says Husband. “It is quite exciting to see where some of the Living and Learning alumni is today.”

Photos are courtesy of L&L School staff Winnie Tsai (teacher) and Kamila Mlynczak (educational assistant). Contact the school at (250) 559-8757 or email: qcyes@qcislands.net

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Wonderful Watercress Watercress, curly cress, upland cress and garden cress are the most common of the cresses but there are actually more that twenty varieties. They all taste remarkably similar with a delightful pleasant peppery zing to them. It is a member of the mustard family and is closely related to nasturtiums.

There is proof that cress has been eaten for over three thousand years, but it probably was a dietary staple much earlier than that. Persians, Greeks and Romans, who were very fond of cress, attribute magical and medicinal properties to it. It was said to be an excellent hair tonic and a hangover cure. Served with vinegar it was thought to cure insanity. Eating cress is said to help you make good decisions. It was also used to keep Army’s strong and to cleanse the blood. The one thing that these ancients believed that cress is capable of that is proven legitimate is that it helped prevent and cure scurvy.

Cress is a good source of calcium, potassium, manganese, vitamin A and C. A serving provides over 200% of your daily vitamin K requirement. If you are taking a blood

thinner and wish to eat cress it should be introduced slowly and carefully because of its high vitamin K content.

Cress is very good in salads, sandwiches, wraps, soup, scrambled eggs, omelets and pasta sauce. During the 1st and 2nd world wars food was very limited in England. In those times supper often consisted of cress, vinegar and bread. When things improved after the wars, cress soup became popular and remains so to this day. Here is the recipe so you can try it yourself.

Watercress Soup 2 potatoes 2 onions 2 cloves garlic 2 cups chicken or veggie stock 1 bag of cress* Peel and roughly chop the potatoes, onions and garlic. Saute in a large saucepan until translucent.

Add the stock and simmer until the potatoes are cooked. Chop and add the cress. Cook for a further three to four minutes. Blend until smooth. Serve with a dollop of sour cream in each bowl and a fresh warm bun or baking powder biscuit. * Available year round at the QC Farmers Market Pat Fricker has lived on these islands that she adores for over 30 years.

She loves gardening, greenhousing, and cooking. She also enjoys the superior flavor of fresh fruit and veggies that are on the table shortly after picking.

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Reading on the Rock What’s Happening at Your Library?

In Masset

Preschool Storytime Every Tuesday from 1 to 1:30 pm Join us at the Old Massett Family Centre for circle stories and songs. Suitable for children 2-5 years old.

Library Storytime Every Thursday from 10 to 10:30 am Join the K-2 classes at the library for seasonal stories and circle games. Homes choolers and visitors welcome. Suitable for children 5-8 years old.

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tutorials. We can help with everything from learning to surf the internet to digging deep into library e-Resources. All ages welcome.

In Sandspit

Preschool Storytime Every Thursday from 10:30 to 11 am Join us at the A.L. Mathers Strong Start for circle stories and songs. Suitable for children 2-5 years old.

Computing Made Easy Every Thursday from 1-3 pm Drop into the branch to improve your computer skills with one-on-one tutorials. We can help with everything from learning to surf the internet to digging deep into library e-Resources. All ages welcome.

In Port Clements

Preschool Storytime Every Tuesday from 10 to 10:30 am Join us at the Port Clements Strong Start for circle stories and songs. Suitable for children 2-5 years old.

Computing Made Easy Wednesdays February 1 and 15 from 3-5 pm Need help with a computer issue? Make an appointment with a librarian to see if we can help. Call 250-557-4402.

In Queen Charlotte

Babytime Mondays: February 6, 20, 27 from 10 to 10:30 am Bouncing, dancing, singing, tickling fun for babies and caregivers. Ages 0-2 years.

Computing Made Easy Every Friday from 2-4 pm Drop in to improve your computer skills with one-on-one

OPEN HOURS Queen Charlotte

Tuesday 10-12 and 1-5, Wednesday 1-4 and 5-8, Friday 12:30-5 Saturday 10-12 and 1-5

Masset

Tuesday 10-12 and 1-5, Thursday 1-4 and 5-8, Friday 1-5, and Saturday 10-2

Port Clements

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 3-8, Saturday 10-12 and 1-5

Sandspit

Tuesday 10-12 and 1-5, Wednesday 10-2, Thursday 1-4 and 5-8 Saturday 10-2

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Radical Self-Care Self-care? Hmph. “Wishy washy, hippy dippy buzzword,” some may scoff. “Bah…buck up, get over it, suck it up, don’t rock the boat, and come on now, take one for the team.”

One may ask, “If I care for myself, won’t people call me selfish, or arrogant, or think I have a skewed sense of entitlement?” Well, yes, some will. But, let’s ask ourselves: might I be scheduling too many activities into my day to accommodate the needs of others? Do I give too much at the expense of myself? If your answer is even a partial yes, please read on.

Brazilian lyricist and novelist Paulo Coelho says it well: “When you say ‘YES’ to others, make sure you are not saying ‘NO’ to yourself.” Nowadays, various forms of overload are becoming commonplace. The minds of men, women and even children are full of unnecessary clutter. People go on vacations only to find themselves more exhausted upon their return. Day to day stress, sleep disorders, forgetfulness and general feelings of being unwell are at an all-time high. OY. I’m starting to get stressed just writing about this. (As Editor of this magazine, stress and I hang out with each other frequently.) So, what is selfcare, let alone, radical self-care all about?

In the book “The Art of Extreme Self-Care”, author Cheryl Richardson (worth ordering a copy from your local library) points out how stress in today’s world has become a strangely normal way of life and is actually defining people’s identity and self-worth. Being superwoman or superman has become the “noble” thing to be. OY times ten. (Now this is starting to hit very close to home.) “The practice of Extreme Self-Care forces us to make choices and decisions that honor and reflect the true nature of our soul. While the notion of this might seem selfish or self-centered, doing so actually allows us to make our greatest contributions to the world,” states Richardson. She continues with “By caring deeply for ourselves: • We naturally begin to care for others – our families, our friends, and the world – in a healthier and more effective way.

• We tell the truth.

• We make choices from a place of love and compassion instead of guilt and obligation.

• We begin to understand – on a visceral level – that we’re all connected, and that our individual actions affect the greater whole in a more profound way than we ever imagined.

So what does living a life of extreme or radical self-care look like?

• Working in a soul-nurturing environment.

• Developing a greater appreciation for, and connection with, nature.

• Doing work that provides an opportunity to express your greatest gifts and talents.

• Caring for your emotional, physical, and spiritual health in a way that’s aligned with who you are and what you most need.”

Eloquently written and with many thought-provoking and action-inspiring exercises, “The Art of Extreme Self-Care” is a worthwhile read. Richardson is wise to note that, as with anything worth doing, self-care takes patience, commitment and practice but could very well be the greatest gift you give to yourself and the greatest gift you give to others.

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Horoscopes for February, 2017 Aries (March 20-April The early part of this year finds you, dear Aries, trying to keep yourself from feeling disassociated with the world. I know life can be challenging, but the more you engage with society, and specifically your society, the better off everyone will feel. Volunteer in your community, hang out with your friends or do anything where you feel that you “belong.”

Key Words: Brotherhood, Intention, Fellowship

Taurus (April 19-May 20) Say what you mean and mean

what you say, dearest Taurus. The time is ripe with anticipation

about how you can speak and think outside the box, while also contributing to your community at large. Decide that the best course of action is working along side the other geniuses during group participation. You can’t do it all alone, so don’t try to.

Key Words: Duty, Assembly, Congregation

Gemini (May 20-June 21) Are you feeling pulled between your career and family life, dearest Gemini? Which one is taking all of your time? Because this is the season to practice balancing polar opposites. Something that a Gemini can wrap their head around. All that’s required is the awareness of what is and the determination to change course as needed.

Key Words: Experience, Expertise, Capable

Cancer (June 21-July 22) Take a stand for what you believe in, dearest Cancer. And don’t be afraid to show your cards of perception. No one will ostracize you if they have your best interests at heart. Even though speaking out is challenging, the world needs to hear from you now. You have something important to say.

Key Words: Understanding, Postulate, Conclude

Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) Even though you are quite the individual, dearest Leo, at the moment you need the help and compassion of others, to get you through the day. A good leader has the ability to delegate as well as consider the consequences of both sides’ view. And you are nothing, if not an excellent leader. So lead by example; consider all sides before your final answer.

Key Words: Affiliation, Networking, Commission

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) This is your time to prove to yourself, just what you can achieve, dearest Virgo. You feel inspired to help others, mentor the young and learn some hard won wisdom from your elders. It’s never too late to accomplish the un-accomplishable. Go for it!

Key Words: Productive, Fulfill, Actualize

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astrologer and has been since 2007. She is passionate about helping clients develop the tools of awareness and purpose for their lives. sageadvisor2u@gmail.com

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Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) Feisty comes to mind when thinking about you, dearest Libra. You have the ability to kick butt and take names, for the start of this New Year. Just remember that it’s good to laugh and carry on like life can be a bowl of cherries. Try not to take anything too serious. Key Words: Satisfaction, Joy to the World, Delight

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) Your power mixed with words, stands out now, dearest Scorpio. As the New Year has dawned, you

may be feeling like staying in and nesting. This is perfectly acceptable as long as you eventually go outside and breathe the fresh air. It’s good to take some time now with family and friends, knowing that rejuvenation is key to your overall health. Relax and then re-start. Key Words: Unwind, Simmer-down, Hang-Loose Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) Your thoughts have run off with you, dearest Sagittarius. But not for long. Your opportunity in the next several weeks, is to stay grounded, feel determined, then make a plan to move forward. This may look like organizing your finances, deciding to stay open-minded in spite of it all, or go get a massage. It’s important to feel like you have a right to take up some space. Even if you are cleaning the house! Key Words: Money, SelfConfidence, Animal-Instinct

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) It’s been a bit of a confusing

time, dear Capricorn. But just around the corner, it’s all going to

make better sense. You may see that your body feels more

energized and it’s easier to bend with the changing times. Wouldn’t

it be nice to feel refreshed and more alive? All you need to do to

achieve this is commit to it. Then you are committing to yourself, which translates as self-love. Key Words: Lead the Way, Best Practices, Powerful-Purpose

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) If this isn’t your season, I’m

not sure what is, dear Aquarius. There’s a rebellion in the air

and it’s coming out of your mind. Think pro-active now. Don’t

just be stuck in your head, move those thoughts into concrete

decisions, then go from there. What gives you that fuzzy feeling of passion and purpose? Strive to be the person you’ve always imagined. Key Words: Determination, Ability, Shine!

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) You’re feeling the pressure of

what’s left to do, dearest Pisces, when really you’d just like to . walk up a mountaintop and check out the view. It’s easy to do

both, if you play your cards right. As you walk in meditation, become open to what’s coming up next in your life. When you clear your mind, you make room for new, innovative ideas to surface. So practice this. Key Words: Transition, Progress, Believe

Looking to post a free* classified, event or ride/ship share ad? It’s super easy! Simply log onto www.haidagwaiitrader.com, click on the category tab for the type of ad you wish to place and the site will then guide you each step of the way. Need a hand? Do not hesitate to contact us. Prefer mail? Our mailing address is PO Box 222, Port Clements, BC, V0T 1R0. Please note: The deadline for new and/or updated classified ads to appear in the September /October issue is September 10th at noon. *Post your private (except for real estate & rentals), personally owned and non-business postings free of charge! For real estate, rentals or business product/service/employment ads, a small fee will apply.

In the Home & Office

Furniture/Appliances/Electronics/Clothing(not kids or baby)/Jewelery/ Collectables/Books/Music/Computers and Computer Accessories/For Sale-Misc

2 stereos for sale. Sony bookshelf stereo 3 disc CD player for $100. Sony mini stereo with CD player for $40. Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com Clip in. Natural Black curly clip in ponytail. $20 Call Bev at (778) 260-0059 or email bshannon60@hotmail.com Pioneer M-10X Stereo Power Amp. This is a nice little amplifier. Bought from a clean home a couple years ago and used lightly since. It is in very good shape. Most suitable for bookshelf or efficient speakers. Rated at 70 Watts into 8 Ohms and 100 Watts into 4 Ohms. These ratings seem to be conservative. The pictures are from the internet, but you will be able to see it before you purchase. I sold the speakers I was using it for, which is why I am selling the amp. The highest and lowest prices I found online are $280 and $197, but living on Haida Gwaii one would have to add another $50 for shipping. There is lots of info online if you google. Asking $180. Call Dave Crossley at (250) 559-8208 or email dcrossley@haidagwaii.net Men’s Adidas size 10. Never worn. $30 Call Sonia Rice at (250) 626-9049 or email sonia.rice6058@gmail.com Camera. Fujifilm X-S1-large sensor super-zoom bridge camera. In excellent condition, complete with SD card. Ready to use. $200 Call John at (250) 557-4523 or email mostlybirds@haidagwaii.net Epson Stylus - Photo 1280 Ink Jet Printer. Excellent Photo Premium Printer. Great value; paid over $899.00 Brand New - never out of the box! $250 Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com Proactiv set for Sale. Brand new in boxes. Includes skin smoothing exfoliator (177.4 ml), pore targeting solution (89 ml), and complexion perfecting hydrator (89 ml). $60 Call Maria at (250) 626-5236 or email maria_lyn_emerson@yahoo.com Homemade soap for sale. Melt and pour soap $7/each. Raspberry swirl soap, lavender soap, vanilla honey soap. Call Maria at (250) 626-5236 or email maria_lyn_emerson@yahoo.com Relax at home. Lightly used Obus Forme electric neck massage. $25 Call Margaret Davies at (250) 557-8547 or email rapscalions3@icloud.com Weights For Sale. Weights and bench for sale. Dumb-Bell Bar. Two Free Weight Bars. Six 15LB Weights. Three 10LB Weights. Bench.

Please call Terry Tollestrup for enquiries, or email. $100 Call at (250) 637-1758 or email echobay@hgqci.org Baby stuff. Lightly used, in good condition. Graco Fast Action Fold stroller, $85. Baby Trend adjustable high chair, $85. Nursery Center portable playpen, $85. Also baby monitor, $25. Have manuals for all. Call Colin at (250) 6267402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com Desk lamp. Small desk lamp will trade for or cash for a lamp that will fit on my headboard $20 Call Karen Foerter at (250) 559-4255 or email karefoe@qcislands.net Mat and Nat purse. Red Samsara (Mat and Nat’s vegan line) purse. Lightly used, no damage. Outside zip, inside zip and inside pockets. $40 Call Lisa at (250) 626-7733 or email lisanfroese@gmail.com Electric Heater. Well kept, working electric heater for sale. Asking $650 or a reasonable offer. Call Jean at (250) 626-3236 or email workbc-mass@hseds.ca

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Moonstone Gold Ring. A Crystal Cabin original, size 7, carved moonstone gold ring. Proceeds of sale will go to the Animal Helpline, Thank you, Cheryl. $400 Call Anne Marie at (250) 626-5126 or email tobeadragon@gmail.com Hard to Find Breaker Box For Sale. Stabloc breaker box full of breakers for sale. This is a very hard to find item, as they are no longer manufactured. $200 Call Manzanita Snow at (250) 557-8579 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Beds. Two single beds. One bed has a rolling metal frame, the other has a factory wood frame. Both Posture-Pedic and Spinal-Pedic mattresses were bought new, are spotless and in very good condition. $300 Call Steve at (250) 559-2353 or email ardev@qcislands.net Professional mixer 350 Watt. 5x more power than kitchenmixer, 3 years old, barely used, $80. Email Robert at robkybu@gmail.com Medical chair for sale. Medical Chair for sale with removable ring and bowel $250 Obo. Call Joanne Perreault at (250) 301-3271 or email j. perreault@bouygues-construction.com Sketcher Memory-foam sandals - Ladies 8. Excellent used condition, only worn inside a couple of times. Comfy memory foam insole with Cork bottoms (similar to a Birk but much more cushion) Adjustable Black Suede cotton lined straps. Text or email please. $60 Call Cathy Camp at (250) 626-7734 or email gumboot@massett.ca Two Woodstoves For Sale. First is a Napolean 1100ML EPA woodstove, black cast door, $1,782. Second is a Napoleon 1450 EPA woodstove, black cast door, $1,819. Call Mark at (250) 559-4501 or email baggaley@ qcislands.net Mirrors. Picture frame mirror $35. Round 3 mirror set $25. Square 5 mirror set $20. Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@ gmail.com 5 String Schecter Bass. Diamond Series ‘Hellraiser’ Brand new with case list price $1400 asking $800 or best offer good deal! Call Ron at (250) 559-8191 or email ronsouza@qcislands.net Vintage Laura Ashley Party Dress. 1980s Laura Ashley strapless party dress. Two tier green taffeta with black velvet top. Size 14, worn once and stored in a garment bag. All proceeds from sale go to the Masset Animal Helpline. $50 Call Anne Marie at (250) 626-5126 or email dragon@mhtv.ca Cash Register and Interact Machine. Casio Cash Register $50. Ingonico Interact Machine $50. Call Michael at (250) 626-7873 or email northbeach@mhtv.ca Leather recliner chair. Purchased leather rocker recliner chair, two years ago, for $1,590. Like new. Selling for $700. Pick up only. Call Percy Crosby at (250) 637-1944 or email Pcrosby@haidagwaii.net 2005-06 Upper Deck Black Diamond NHL Hockey. Factory Sealed Box. 5 cards per pack x 25 packs per box. Averaging 2 jersey cards per box and 4 rookie cards. (as stated on box). Asking $175 per box. Three boxes available. Call Kristi at (250) 637-1967 or email kristi@haidagwaii.ca Freezer. Apartment size freezer $250 Call Shirley Smith at (250) 626-6051 or email Barbara.Sly@northernhealth.ca Kitchen table with four chairs. Kitchen table has an additional leaf with four wooden chairs $250 Call Shirley Smith at (250) 626-6051 or email Barbara.Sly@northernhealth.ca Electric skillet for sale. 11 inch Proctor Silex electric skillet for sale. Brand NEW. Still in the box. I bought it at the Co-op for $79, Selling for $50. Call Margaret Davies at (250) 557-8547 or email rapscalions3@icloud.com Stay warm this winter. Sunbeam electric heated shawl for sale, Never used. Selling for $30 Call Margaret Davies at (250) 557-8547 or email rapscalions3@icloud.com

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Asus laptop. It is an Asus U43F (Bamboo). Specification: 14in led wide screen format 1366 x 768 Display i5 450M Processor 2.26 G Hz 4GB RAM 640GB Hard Drive DVD+/-RW Drive 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, LAN Front Camera 2 USB 2.0 1 USB 3.0 HDMI port Multi card reader Windows 8 Come with Installation Disc and Product Key. Good enough for everyday use. Cannot be upgraded to Windows 8.1 or Windows 10. Battery still holds charge. The DVD drive face plate is not original. A small piece of plastic is missing from the side. $250 Call Sam at (250) 637-5653 or email purplesolution@gmail.com ISO Interior Doors. Looking for two interior doors - flexible on size as it’s for a new build. Willing to refinish if necessary and can pickup. Prefer low cost or free. Thanks! Call Amber at (250) 640-4289 or email afaktor86@gmail.com Living room furniture. Sofa and loveseat in excellent condition $800, Lamps $40/pair. Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com Telus Smart Hub. Have made the switch from Telus Smart Hub to satellite internet. We didn’t have any problems with the hub. Only switched because the cell signal strength isn’t as good at our new house. You just need to add a Telus sim card ($15, no activation fee), and you will be ready to go. Asking $100 (buy now price on newer version is $300). Telus will say our communities aren’t on the list, but as long as you have a good cell signal it works. Call Kristi at (250) 6371967 or email kristi@haidagwaii.ca Silver and Gold Raven Ring. Sterling silver and 14 carat gold Raven ring, artist is Carmen Goetzen. Width 3/8”, size 7. Proceeds of sale will go to the Animal Helpline Thank you, Cheryl. $400 Call Anne Marie at (250) 626-5126 or email tobeadragon@gmail.com Seeking office space in or around Masset. I would like the space to be clean and comfortable. I am willing to do some small upgrades if necessary. I don’t need much room, 200 square feet would do. I need a private entrance. Thank you. Call Meghan Wallace at (250) 4337026 or email mwallace@meghanwallacelaw.com NAPA/Belden Primary Wire. 12 Gauge and 10 Gauge Primary Wire, in 25 Foot / 8 Metre Coils. 12 AWG - $12.50 per coil 4 coils available. 10 AWG - $15 per coil 2 coils available. Less than 1/2 the new price. These were used for indoor speaker wire so they are clean and in good condition. The 12 AWG makes good speaker wire, up to about 20 feet long. The 10 AWG can be used as speaker wire but is best used for its original auto/marine purposes. Call Dave Crossley at (250) 559-8208 or email dwcrossley4@yahoo.ca

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Inflatable beds. Columbia “Anywhere Bed” with electric pump $100.

Electric pump $40. Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com Fans. 2 - 12” Oscillating 3 speed fans $20. Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com Used hardware & lighting. Silver door handles: 5 passage, 4 privacy, 2 entrance. 8 sets of door hinges 3-1/2” 1 track light 28” 1 ceiling light 11” 10 white floor vents for 10” x 4” opening $100 Call Colin at (250) 6267402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com Video Games and Consoles. Selling a PS3 and XBOX 360 both with games although mostly PS3 games. Will sell XBOX 360 with games, controller, and headsets for $150 Will sell PS3 with games and two controllers for $200. Call Owen Jones at (250) 626-3431 or email oj@massett.ca Oster Versa BLENDER 1100 Series. Brand new still wrapped in plastic shipping wrap. $160 Call Sonia Rice at (250) 626-9049 or email sonia. rice6058@gmail.com 10metres 3C1/0 1000v copper teck cable. We have 10 metres of this cable left over. This is the heavy duty underground cable. $400 Call bonnie/kc at (250) 626-3311 or email bonniepryde@gmail.com Woodstove water heating system. Stainless steel 40 gallon hot water tank with all fittings welded in for feed-ins. Painted butter yellow but can be re-painted if on display in your home, comes with the finely crafted “Water Jacket” - also heavy duty stainless steel with the (copper pipes inside) also with fittings - to supply you with free hot water off your wood stove.... it will gravity feed. No electricity needed. The system is new - bought from a long-standing Mennonite stove company in Ontario.

Free hot water for on or off-grid living. Plus, the hot water tank acts a giant heat radiator in the night when your stove goes out. $675 Call Janice Holdershaw at (250) 559-2341 or email janiceh@qcislands.net

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Garden Equipment and Supplies/Hobby Supplies/Tools/Building Materials/ Pet and Pet Supplies

Burls. A pile of dry burls. Turns out I’m not a burl kinda guy. Call Ryan at (250) 250-2500 or email rfb@skyscraper.nu Table Saw For Sale - Price Reduced! 10” Craftsman compound mitre cut-off saw. Brand new, still in the box. Was $400, now only $350! Call Ron at (250) 559-7790 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com ATV Snow Plow System for Sale - Brand New. New ATV Standard Snow Plow System (Brand: Warn). With bracket for Honda ATV includes kit & all pieces needed to attach to your ATV. Purchased brand new from Rocky’s for $600. All metal plow pieces, screws and winch still in plastic bags/boxes. Heavy duty, colour black with plow measuring 47.5 inches wide. To view, drop by Crystal Cabin in Tlell from 12-5pm. Includes Honda bracket, but can fit any ATV with the purchase of additional bracket. $400 Call April Dutheil at (250) 557-4383 or email aprildutheil@gmail.com Garlic. Organically grown, plant it or eat it. 10$ bags and 20$ bags. Text or phone Dominic at 250 626-7896 or email visceralorbit@gmail.com.

Greenhouse parts. Plastic parts used to connect glass to make a small greenhouse. $20 or best offer. Call Paul at (250) 984-8916 or email pkail@runbox.com Narrow trailer doors /w frame. 23” or so. 4 available, one without frame. Take them all please. Call Ryan at (250) 250-2500 or email rfb@skyscraper.nu

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Push mower. Husky push mower. Call Ryan at (250) 250-2500 or email rfb@skyscraper.nu Here come the Chicks! Ranch Feeds: the best place to pick up your chicks! Please order your chicks by March 7th for pickup March 30th, April 11th for pickup by May 4th and May 30th for pickup by June 22nd. Call Leslie at 250-557-4276 or email rfeeds@qcislands.net Anvil. Looking for an anvil. Call Michl Koenig at (250) 626-6099 or email northbeachmichl@gmail.com Engine Stand. Napa Engine stand with 1250lb capacity. Used once. Excellent condition. $100 Call Terry at (250) 637-1758 or email yrretct@gmail.com Wood working book. All about making router jigs for woodworking projects $5 Call Maryanne at (250) 626-7555 or email Maryanne@maryannewettlaufer.com Spades and Shovels. For Sale: 3 spades (straight edge) $10 each or 2 for $15, 3 for $20.

Proceeds of sale go to the Dixon Entrance Maritime Museum in Masset. Call Anne Marie at (250) 626-5126 or email tobeadragon@gmail.com Rifles for sale. Two rifles to sell: One is a bolt action Ruger American Stainless Steel Rifle in excellent condition .223. Has a rotary detachable mag. Comes with rings bases and 6-24 X 44 scope as pictured at top $700. 2nd rifle: Older (1969-1971 DOM) Belgium made Browning Bar semi-auto rifle in 30-06 in fair overall condition. Also has a detachable magazine and sights. Will also come with some ammo. $600 for just the rifle. I will include the vortex sparc 2moa red dot with mounting system and rail base and 1x magnifier for another $200 or for a total of $800. I will not sell the red dot separately. Rifle is very accurate with this scope. Buyer must have valid PAL. Call Gerry at (250) 557-2475 or email gerrym@galaxymail.ca

On the Road

In part or complete-Cars/Trucks/Vans/Campers/RV’s/ATV’s/Heavy Equipment

Trailer Tire. Brand new 175/80R13 $50 Call Remi at (250) 637-1326 or email remi. levesque@skidegate.ca

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Tires For Sale. Goodyear Wrangler SR-A 265 70R17, Dodge Ram OEM, less than 3000km’s $400. Email Mitch at entrypoint.mitch@gmail.com On sale: dodge grand caravan. Dodge grand caravan year: 2006. KM: 185,000 Dark Blue $1200. Email Robert at robkybu@gmail.com Handy little truck! 2007 Chevrolet pick-up, 98,000km, one driver only. $7,500 Call Laura at (778) 260-0434 or email laura.dutheil@hotmail.com Winter Tires - 195/70R14 - used. Winterforce studded winter tires 5x100 bolt pattern 2 tires have only 1 winter of use. $225 Call Alvin at (250) 559-8797 or email acober@qcislands.net

2007 Jeep Wrangler 4x4/5spd/107,000km/Stk#6180

$13,995

Winter Tires - 195/60R15 - used. Winter Quest studded winter tires 4x108 bolt pattern (off Ford) $175 Call Alvin at (250) 559-8797 or email acober@qcislands.net Toyota air filter. Air filter fits Toyota trucks 1989-95; new in box. $10 Call George at (250) 559-7899 or email grstein@qcislands.net Toyota Hubs For Sale. Set of two Aisin hubs for a Toyota 4x4. Will fit 1989-95. Convert from ADD to freewheeling front wheels. Asking $100 for the set - cheaper than eBay! Call George at (250) 559-7899 or email grstein@qcislands.net

2010 Dodge Grand Caravan 27,000km/Stk#6055

Sale! $13,995

2013 Ford F150 Ext. Cab/Stk#6117

$27,995

Wheel for trailer. Solid wheel. Includes clamp. Capacity 500 lbs. $25 Call Paul at (250) 9848916 or email pkail@runbox.com 89 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera. Nice comfy Oldsmobile. 154,000 kms.

New starter, solenoid and a battery. Good tread on BFG tires Drivers window works but that’s about it (power windows). Runs and drives quite well. Selling for my Ma who bought it in Vancouver a couple months back. $900 Call Max at (250) 882-5798 or email wonderous_duck@ hotmail.com Men’s Mountain Bike For Sale. Norco Katmandu mountain bike. Men’s.

Brand new. Only ridden once about 1km! Frame is 22”, is better for a taller man. For more information on options, $500 call Dale at 250-557-4235 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Mini Cooper Soho. 2006 soho in excellent condition, low mileage, 54,300 km, leather. An FM, CD player, sunroof, 3 door, excellent winter tires, Chrome rims with summer tires, two owners. Manuel transmit ion. Fun car to drive serious offers only, thanks $10,500 Call Reg Davidson at (250) 626-3764 or email Ya.butt@massett.ca

On the Water 2008 Jeep Liberty 4x4/70,000km/Stk#6037

Sale! $13,995

In part or complete-Power Boats/Sail Boats

Lowrance portable fish finder. Great for small boats and large boats. $95 Call Karen Foerter at (250) 559-4255 or email karefoe@qcislands.net

No Reasonable Offer Refused!

West End Auto Sales

605 Ocean view Drive, Queen Charlotte

250 559 4641

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Outboard dolly/stand. Bought last year and used about three times. $40 Call Paul at (250) 984-8916 or email pkail@runbox.com Fishing rods. 1 is brand new and never used the other one was used once - and is still in brand new shape. I’m just used to a different reel and don’t like these. Price is firm. $150 Call Misty at (250) 559-9034 or email bondd06@hotmail.com Inflatable Boat and Trailer. 12’ Inflatable boat for sale. Hard bottom, down rigger, rod holders, two swivel seats and oars. Comes with EzeeLoad trailer. Trailer is like new condition with ATV box on front. Price is firm. $3500 Call Larry at 250-557-2426 or email lhein57@gmail.com

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Looking for used single kayak to buy. Hi folks, I’m looking for an older beater but still usable single kayak. Doesn’t have to be fancy. Just needs to be seaworthy and not a complete piece of junk. Thanks. Call Frances at (250) 637-1759 or email Haidagwaiiseasalts@gmail. com

Kids Zone

From infants to toddlers-Clothing/Toys/Books/Games

Swing. Kids Ladybug swing for a tree or even in the house - super cute.

Brand new $10 Call Misty at (250) 559-9034 or email bondd06@hotmail.com Rubber mats. 24” x 24” connecting rubber mats. 2 red, 2 blue, 2 green, 2 yellow. $20 Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@ gmail.com Earrings. I Bought a set of Sleeper earrings and realized after they were too small for me and are a child’s earring. Brand new and never taken off its package. 14K gold. $20 Call Misty at (250) 559-9034 or email bondd06@hotmail.com Large kids toys. These are not Ride Em toys, they are for Barbies, etc.

Price is for the both of them – great deal. $50 Call Misty at (250) 5599034 or email bondd06@hotmail.com Airsoft Gun. Light airsoft gun with flashlight and regular scope. Holds about 12 to 20 airsoft BB’s. The firing rate is roughly 300 feet per second.

Manual load for firing. Recommend using biodegradable BB’s. Under the age of 18 needs parental consent and presence for purchase and use. $100 Call Evan at (250) 559-8439 or email doromike@qcislands.net

Wanted

Miscellaneous Wanted Items/Lost/Found/ Wanted Information/Real Estate

Wanted - exercise bike. Looking for a reasonable quality exercise bike for my husband’s physio program. Call Charley at (250) 626-3644 or email charleyjolley@gmail.com Wanted Lawn and garden equipment. Lawn mower, weed wacker, splitting maul, etc.

Don’t mind doing repairs if needed. Also looking for a freezer. Call Joel at 250-557-4589.

House Fire Furniture Replenishment. Wanted: kitchen table and chairs, dressers, recliner, rocking chair and kitchen hutch. Affordable pricing please. Call Jonathan Hershberger at (250) 557-4588 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Stovepipe Piece Wanted. Looking for a 6” roof collar/jack for a 6” stovepipe. Do you have one kicking around you might sell? Call Pete at (250) 557-4205 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com ISO Property For Sale. My family and I are headed up to HG next week for an extended stay. We are looking to purchase a property in the Masset - Tow Hill area. The property can be bare land or with a cabin, house, etc. We are familiar with real estate listings with the major agencies (Remax and Royal Lepage), and are searching for private sales or anything you might be considering to sell but may not be listed as of yet. From one islander to another, thanks in advance for your help! Call Josh at (250) 266-1987 or email captjosh@me.com Wanted for spare parts. I’m looking for spare parts for my trusty Husqvarna 2101 and 266 chainsaws. If you have any bits and pieces you no longer require I am interested and have some cash to pay you. Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com Twin bed. Looking for twin bed in good condition. Call Josh at (778) 254-2246 or email Jrls@mail.com

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Wanted - Short Term Rental. Hi, I’m looking for a short term rental in the Port Clements, Tow Hill or Tlell area with a minimum of three bedrooms for six or seven weeks starting in mid-January. Thanks in advance! Call Josh at (250) 266-1987 or email captjosh@mac.com Wanted Used interior or interior doors and vinyl clad windows. Decent condition only please. Call Joel at 250-557-4578 Skates. Looking for boy’s skates, sizes 2 and 4. Hoping someone has a couple of dusty pairs that were just waiting for this winter to arrive, and that are looking for a new home. Call Catherine Rigg at (250) 557-8515 or email crigg@haidagwaii.net Looking for a room to rent. Hi there, I’m looking for a long term rental in QC starting in March. Able to provide references. Currently out of the country traveling, so my cell phone is out of commission. Please email. Thanks in advance. Call Mandy Cummings at (905) 9215134 or email maplemandy@gmail.com Outboard Wanted. Wanted: 30 HP Yamaha, 2 stroke, long shaft, outboard, pull start tiller for 16’ skiff. Willing to pay up to $3000 for one with low hours and in good condition. Please leave a message at (250) 5572004 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Housesit. For late May/all of June (2-3 weeks within this time period, flexible): We are a small family (two adults, two 20 month olds) who live in Hazelton. We are looking to housesit in the Masset/Tow Hill area. If you are planning a trip somewhere and would like your place looked after, let us know. We are responsible and respectful. Good with animals and/or chores. Call Ryan at (250) 842-6913 or email nayr@resist.ca Want to buy a rowboat. I would really love to buy a rowboat - a wooden one would be awesome but I am also open to a tinner that has oars. If you have something available please let me know! Call Julian Napoleon at (604) 345-4541 or email napoleonjulian@gmail.com Kefir grains! Greetings all. My partner and I recently arrived on Haida Gwaii safe and sound. Unfortunately I cannot say the same for our kefir grains. If you have some to spare we promise to take better care of them and not bring them on any multi-day road trips in subzero temperatures. We would love both milk and water kefir grains. Many thanks! Call Julian Napoleon at (604) 345-4541 or email napoleonjulian@gmail.com Looking for 3+ bedroom house to rent. Quiet 4-person family with well behaved dog looking for a long term rental beginning as early as February. Three bedrooms, or large 2 bedroom, unfurnished in Queen Charlotte or Skidegate area ideally. We have good references.

Call Allison Sinkins at (867) 688-2207 or email allisonsinkins@gmail.com Kefir grains. Hello, I’ve been trying to purchase some milk kefir grains online – unsuccessfully. Just wondering if anyone might have some extra they would part with. Thanks email Kim at HygienistKim@gmail.com Need 3” pellet stove pipe. I’m looking for a T and some straight pipe.

A 90 bend would be ok too. I’ll probably take whatever you got, thanks!

Call Ross at (250) 637-1855 or email granola@granolaboy.net

Freebies

Anything that just needs a new home!

Free garbage bags. Free extra-sturdy large plastic feed bags. Stop in at Pawsitive Spin to pick up. Expect to have an ongoing supply. Call Shane Windatt at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com

Xplornet Satellite Dish for free. I am no longer using the Satellite Dish, so come pick it up! There is lots of hook up wire to go with it! Call Stephany at (778) 260-8917 or email egypt319@gmail.com

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Residential, Commercial, Lots, For Rent, Rent to Own, Shared Accomodation

South Beach Dunes “SOUTH BEACH DUNES” is offering three beautiful exclusive oceanfront and seven upland acreage estates on the South Beach, on the north end of Haida Gwaii /Queen Charlottes. These are very special properties with exceptional beach and dune environment. South Beach Dunes offers exceptional value with prices for ocean front land well below anywhere else on the west coast of North America. Acreage sizes range from 4.64 acres and prices are from $40,000. If living in this unique environment appeals to you please contact us - there are a very limited number of properties of this caliber available for sale. For more details visit our Website - www.southbeachdunes.com Call 250 631-3055 or email vernonbyberg@gmail.com Yakoun River Inn MLS# N4507475 This local Pub and gathering spot is situated on the oceanfront in Port Clements on Graham Island in Haida Gwaii. Long established, popular with locals and visitors alike. 3,300 sqft building on a corner location, adjacent to government dock facilities, licensed for 100 patrons. Permitted uses also include lodging and adjacent properties can be available for anyone interested in expanding the business. Price $337,500 Call 1-888-286-1932 or email edhandja@ bcoceanfront.com SOLD! 35550A Hwy 16, Tlell MLS# N230190 ***SOLD!*** 15 semi-oceanfront acres situated south of the Tlell River with easy access to excellent sand & gravel beaches. The property is mostly level, partially cleared with some nice forested areas, some slight rises & ocean views.

1968sqft custom designed 2storey home with 2bedrooms upstairs and living space down featuring exposed wood ceiling beams, large sandstone fireplace, oak flooring, maple counter tops, kitchen island & walk-in pantry. The home could use some TLC & updating. Outbuildings include: storage building, shed and chicken coop. Drilled well. Septic. Price $SOLD! Call 1-888-286-1932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com Maude Island Retreat MAUDE ISLAND RETREAT - HAIDA GWAII Very special 17.5 acres, over 2,000 ft frontage on Skidegate Inlet - easy access to the west coast thru Skidegate Narrows. Log lodge accommodates 8, has 3 bdrm, 2 bath, lounge, dining room, patio, fire pit, hot tub, caretaker residence. Outbuildings and dock. BC’s ultimate private lodge location. Price $775,000 Call 604-664-7633 or email rich@landquest.com Best Value Beachcabins Secluded oceanfront/rainforest off-grid cabins, furnished and equipped kitchens, private parking. Call/Text Toni at 250626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins.com Visit our website at www. beachcabins.com Price $90-120 per night.

DL847A Masset MLS# R2080908 160 acre property on the north-east end of Graham Island within the Naikoon Provincial Park. Mix of indigenous vegetation and water courses which meander throughout the property. This is a remote, rural acreage that is hike-in access only. Walking distance is approximately three miles from the end of Tow Hill Rd. There are no services. The Naikoon Provincial Park is an area of 72,640 hectares that takes in the entire northwest tip of Graham Island. $80,000 Call 250 286 3293 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com Ocean front home for sale!! 1608 Delkatla Str Masset MLS#R2070936 Ocean front home. The patio off the dining area has a great view of the harbour, and the fisherman wharf ... beautiful view! The sauna is a wonderful feature especially after a day out fishing or crabbing on North Beach. This home has great potential for a B&B or guest home.

Both main exterior doors are carved cedar...very nice touch! The main entrance is also done in cedar. Call Brian to view and for all your Real Estate needs. Your Only Local Realtor!! Cell 604-557-3597 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $229,000

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Home for sale! 1829 Cedar Cr Masset MLS#N243672 Recently Reduced! This home is a great buy! Many recent renos. Newer metal roof, kitchen cupboards and counters, vinyl plank flooring in the living room and hallway, new vinyl windows (2012), oil tank, rug on the stairs, bathtub and enclosure, dehumidifier in the basement. Close to downtown and the marina. Fenced, private backyard. A must-see! Call Brian to view and for all your Real Estate needs! Toll free 866-303-5286 (local 250626-5286) or his cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage. ca Price $102,000 Home for sale! Great buy! 2038 Pintail Cr Masset MLS#N238544 Clean well kept home in a quiet Crescent. Deck & backyard are very private, fenced with lots of trees! Wood stove can heat whole house with 2 yrs wood supply! Carbon monoxide alarm. Bedrooms each have cable, phone and fire alarms. Suite possible. Master bdrm has reading, workout room & large bathroom! 30+yr fiberglass shingles on house & garage 2010. 5 windows upstairs replaced 2010. Recently replaced hot water tank & sliding glass doors to back yard. A must see! Call Brian to view. Call 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $199,000 Ocean front Home for sale! 614-5th Ave Village of Queen Charlotte MLS#R2033372 Oceanfront 4 bdrm home with amazing ocean, mountain views & amazing sunsets! Garage 24’x12’ concrete floor. Wired wood shed 23’6x10, utility shed 6x6. Fruit trees. 26x16 sundeck with ocean view. Both bedrooms on 2nd floor have walk-in closets. Master bedroom has 2 walk-in closets and an 2 pc ensuite bathroom. Perfect family home.

A must see!! Call Brian to view toll free 866-303-5286 (local 250-6265286) or his cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $289,000 Ocean view & River front acreage for sale!! Lot 2 Tow Hill Rd MLS#R2081395 Beauty acreage! River on one side of the property and an amazing ocean view on the other side! Coho fishing on your own property. Neighboring acreage has an artisan well with lots of clean good tasting water! Short drive to town (Masset). Treed, very private setting. A must see. To view call Brian toll free 866-303-5286 his cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Your Only Local Realtor! To view all Brian’s listing go to Royal LePage Prince Rupert web site. Price $129,000 DL834A Masset R2090133 Located on the north-east end of Graham Island within the Naikoon Provincial Park, this 160 acre property has a relatively level topography with a mix of indigenous vegetation, a small lake and water courses which meander throughout the property. This is a remote, rural acreage that is hike-in access only. Walking distance is approximately one mile in from Tow Hill Rd, two miles before Tow Hill.

Price $80,000 Call 1-888-286-1932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com SALE PENDING! Great Starter Home in Port Clements! Do you like to fish, hunt, hike, and/or camp? This might be the perfect home for you!

Close to the school, post office, library, Bayview Market and the beach!

Large workshop. Quiet and peaceful location in Port Clements, not a far drive to Tlell, Skidegate, Queen Charlotte or Masset. Great starter home for a young family. Lovely neighborhood. Call 250-557-2460 or email eaglec@qcislands.net Income generating Apartment Reduced Price ! Three story apartment with three separate apartments. Two bedroom unit, one bedroom unit and bachelor unit. Steady tenancy with all units. Each unit has full bathroom and kitchen. Panoramic views of Bearskin Bay from 2 bedroom and bachelor units. Shared W/D area for all units to use. Contact seller for income specifics. Price $210,000 Call 778-895-2730 or email bshpak@hotmail.com

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Home and Acreage For Sale Newly renovated 3 bedroom home with 75 acres of timbered hillside and walking trails. Property also includes newly renovated art studio with napolean stove as well as an ocean front cedar and wood interior cabin available for daily, weekly and monthly rent. The cabin has a small kitchen, loft, shower and bathroom, and uses a rainwater collection system and composting toilet with hydro. There are many beautiful ocean views on this property and private ocean frontage. Price $525,000 Call 778-260-0279 or email sheilakarrow@gmail.com Beautiful Home in Lawn Hill with 9 Acres 4 acres of privately owned, beautiful, beach frontage located across the highway from where the home and another 5 acres are located. Many recent upgrades. Large, bright kitchen. Lots of cupboard space throughout the home. Separate laundry room. Dining area and living room. Fantastic view. Forest backdrop.

Close to amenities and nature. 2 garages. Attached shop and root cellar.

Electric and wood stove heat. For more information call 250-559-7786 or 250-559-4637 or email: pescador@live.ca Price $360,000 2 BUILDING LOTS 2 Building lots for sale 605 2nd Ave includes 4 village services. Also includes 12 wide mobile home (2 bedroom), large work shop, small cabin, and trailer with addition (2 bedroom). Asking $130,000. Phone 250 559 7866 *SOLD* Unique Home For You (Former Church) Listing is for a former church converted to a home. Features vaulted ceiling on the main floor, lots of potential as a studio/gallery, or a church. Front porch provides view of Masset inlet. Has full kitchen and bathroom. 2nd bathroom plumbed in. Footprint is 1486 sqft (per floor), plus a small attic. Concrete foundation. Steel roof. Lots of potential here. Zoned US1, so you can live in it as well as have a part-time business. No reasonable offer refused.

Call 1-778-828-9165 or email oneeyein@gmail.com SOLD

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191 Bayview Drive, Port Clements MLS#2127730 This offering is for a residential oceanfront lot overlooking Masset Inlet in Port Clements. Port, as the community is known, is a village of approx. 400 people centrally located on Graham Island, the largest island in Haida Gwaii on BC’s west coast. The community offers most amenities and services, as well as government dock and moorage facilities. It is ideally placed as a gateway to the varied recreational opportunities offered by Haida Gwaii.

This 0.25 acre lot is relatively level with 66.27ft of walk-on waterfront.

City services are available at the lot line. The property offers sweeping views across the Masset Inlet. Access to the Queen Charlotte Islands is by ferry from Prince Rupert on the BC mainland, by air from Vancouver to Sandspit and by air from Prince Rupert to Sandspit. Chartering of private planes or boats is also an option. Price $69,000 Call 1-800-286-1932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com For Sale: 18 Acres - Park and Ocean Property! 18 acres In Port Clements. The west side runs 700 feet along Bayview Drive, the east side borders the Port Clements Community Park. Beautiful greenscape, very private yet close to school, post office, library and grocery store. Minutes away from exceptional hunting, fishing, firewood, and all the wilderness has to offer. Water and sewer available. Sub dividable or leave as is. Potential amazing view of the ocean with spectacular sunsets. Some timber.

Price $150,000 Call 250-557-4421 or email ccbeachy@gmail.com Vacant Lot For Sale! Fully serviced 60’x 120’ cleared lot located at 2129 Teal Blvd Masset. This lot is ready to build on. It is located close to the Delkatla Bird Sanctuary in a very quiet area of town. It is already fenced in on 1 side and the back and has a buffer tree line on the other side. Great buy!! Ask $29,900. OBO. Owner is open to serious inquires - email: rollie@mhtv.ca or rollie@bellaliant.net or phone 709 243 2488 or cell phone at 709 458 8811.

Riverfront Acreage for Sale! Great Buy!! 355 Sangan Dr Masset Rural MLS#R2031108 Riverfront property on 2.018 acres. Partially built home; built to lock up 2010. Tenant live in the cottage on property. Beautiful property, Coho run is awesome in this river. 12x16 power shack, 200 amp service. Chicken coop. Great potential. Perfect place to raise a family. A must-see!! Call to view!! Call Brian to view or for all your Real Estate needs on Haida Gwaii. Toll free 1-866-303-5286 or his cell @ 604-5573597 Or email him @ brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Your Only Local Realtor! Price $179,000 River Front Acreage for Sale! 9226 Tow Hill Rd MLS#R2021211 Nice riverfront acreage(2.65 acres). 15 minutes from Masset. World-class Coho fishing on the Sangan River! 10-minute walk to the beach. Surrounding properties have good water. Property is treed. Hydro at lot line.

Good building sites. A must-see!! Call Brian to view 250-626-5286 or his cell 604-557-3597. Your Only Local Realtor! Price $134,000 Home for sale! 1610 Spruce Cr Masset MLS#R2096889 Newer high end renos complete. Bay window in living room. 100 amp service. Newer tile floor upstairs. Newer windows & hot water tank. New fuel tank (painted for weather protection). New lights. Fully furnished. Newer appliances. Kitchen fully equipped. Open concept, lots of cupboard space. New bathrooms. Basement has rec room w/new flooring, laundry room, storage room, and laundry room. Call Brian to view cell 604-557-3597 or home 250-626-5286 brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $150,000 House For Sale- Queen Charlotte one bedroom house in QC house has electric heat and includes w/d f/s call for info. Price $99,900 Call 250637-1255 or email kross1211@hotmail.com

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Newly Renovated Home For Sale! Located at 2135 Teal Blvd, Masset. 5 Beds, 2 Baths, 8 Appliances, Separate Laundry Rm and Family Rm. This furnished house has recent upgrades with Laminate flooring, New Kitchen Cabinets and Countertops, New Bath fixtures and Tub, along with a fully chain link fenced in back yard, two out sheds and more. Recently reduced price and owner is motivated to sell. Adjacent vacant lot also available for sale, either separate or included with house. A must see. Owner is open to serious inquires - email: rollie@bellaliant.net or phone 709 243 2488 or cell phone at 709 458 8811. Price $139900 Home for Sale! 1812 Alder Cr, Masset. MLS#R2106422 Reno has been done to open up between kitchen & living room. New furnace in 2015.

Nicely landscaped fenced back yard. Newer greenhouse & storage shed.

Includes appliances and window coverings. Newer light fixtures, laminate floors & tub surround. Partially finished basement. Clean, very well kept home. Call Brian to view & for all your Realtor needs - Your only on Island Realtor - toll free at 1-866-303-5286 or on my cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage Price $139,000 Lots For Sale in Masset - Blowout sale! Selling for assessed value. $25,000 each. Two beautiful and stunning Sanctuary View properties to choose from ! The choice is yours and their priced to sell. Each lot is just under a 1/4 acre, Lot B is partially forested and Lot C is completely forested with good usable wood. This Location is simply superb !!

Although both of these properties back on to each other , they still both ENJOY a Full View of the Delkatla Bird Sanctuary located directly across the street. With gorgeous summer sunsets to enjoy these properties are some of the most desirable available building lot’s in Masset. Imagine your dream home in a world away from all the hustle and bustle !! So much to enjoy, 5 minutes to the Airport , North Beach and Golf Coarse 2 minutes from Seaplane Base, Boat Launch and Moorage. 3 minutes from Downtown Masset and 20 minutes from world-renown Tow Hill and Agate Beach. Making it a great place for nice walks and hikes along the Beach or up to Tow Hill and Agate Beach while taking in the stunning scenery and the local wildlife. Great place for beach-coming, kayaking, surfing, fishing, exploring and great views of Alaska from the beaches. So many amenities, School’s, Hospital, Recreation, Restaurant’s, Building Supplies, Grocery Stores and Shopping, Coffee Shops, Museum, Churches and Community Facilities. The current property taxes are approximately $286.00 The properties can viewed on PropertyGuys.com Call (250) 6682578 or email daryl@acdcmechanicalconsulting.ca Oceanfront Acreage for Sale! 10909 Tow Hill Rd MLS® R2114391 Ocean front home on 2.799 acres. Unbelievable ocean view! Your own private beach access. Huge deck. Drill well 4yr old, good water. Newer water filter system. Newer painted interior. Newer laminated and tile flooring. Boiler recently serviced. This home could not be replaced for asking price. Call Brian to view toll free 866-303-5286 or his cell 604557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Your Only On Island Realtor! Price $495,000 River front acreage for sale! 8170 Tow Hill RD MLS® N238550 River front property with three homes, separate driveways. Each home is private from each other. Short walk to a beach (ocean) across trail. Large wired work shop and separate car garage on a paved driveway. Great Coho fishing in the river right in your back yard! Large smoke house also in the huge back yard. Short drive to downtown Masset. Call Brian to view & for all you on island Realtor needs! Toll free 1-866-303-5286 or on my cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $360,000

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Masset inlet Ocean view 3 bedroom house Rare opportunity to buy a home in Masset in a prime location. This home is 2000 square feet. 3 bedroom upstairs. Price $275,000 Call 250-661-5368 or email yabogwaii@ yahoo.ca Business For Sale: La Belle Cosmetics Includes all inventory and displays. $55,000 Call Claudette at 250-559-8646 or email labellecosmetics@hotmail.com Cozy 3 Bedroom Trailer 4 Sale A great family home or rental-income property (currently rented). 3 BDRM + storage room. Wood heated. Large, covered deck. 8x10 Shed. A very nice home that has served my family, and our renters, very well. Price $50,000 Call 250-557-2009 or email christine.d.hann@gmail.com House For Rent in QC (for 3 months only) 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath house for rent in Queen Charlotte. Available for Feb/March and April only. Unfurnished. References required.

Please email only to jkinegal@hotmail.com Price $975/mth Call Please email jkinegal@ hotmail.com or email Jane Kinegal 2 Br House For Sale or Rent - Skidegate Beautiful newly renovated house located in a very quiet neighborhood. New floors, appliances and lighting. Completely painted in modern colors. The house is well insulated to keep the cost of heating down. Master bedroom has a partial ocean view. Rent $900/mth plus utilities. No pets, no smoking. References.

Price $110,000 Call 250 637 1745 or email yvonnegs@hotmail.ca Trailer For Rent For rent: comfortable 2 bedroom trailer with large addition. Fully furnished, wood stove, washer and dryer. $800 per month, available immediately. call 250- 559-8234, Price $800 Call 1-250-5598234 or email moresbymntstudio@yahoo.ca

Employment & Training

Help Wanted/Work Wanted/Businesses for Sale/Business Opportunities/ Education/Opportunities/Training Programs or Seminars

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR Staff. For Little Doves Daycare Masset, Haida Gwaii, BC - Permanent Positions The Haida Gwaii Society for Community Peace is seeking qualified applicants for Early Childhood Educator staff for a combination of part-time positions at the Little Doves Daycare Little Doves Multi Age Daycare offers 8 children under 5 years an engaging, safe, and developmentally appropriate educational environment where children have the opportunity to develop cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills. Positions: Early Childhood Educator Senior Manager and Early Childhood Educator Assistant for Daycare. Permanent Rate of Pay: Wages based on education and experience Hours: Flexible part-time with the potential for full-time if desired These positions require Union membership; accepted applicants will need to join BCGEU. Qualifications: Current ECE certification preferred, ECE experience preferred.

Looking for energetic, responsible applicants with a strong work ethic and a caring and accepting attitude. Will consider applicants who are working toward their ECE certification. For complete job descriptions with required skills & certifications please visit our website at www.hgpeace.ca To apply, please submit cover letter, resume and 3 current job references. email: aa.hgspeace@mhtv.ca, phone: 250-626-4664 mail: Haida Gwaii Society for Community Peace; P.O. Box 811, Masset, B.C. V0T 1M0.

Caulking job. Looking for someone to do a small caulking job on a tub surround. The job can lead to other house maintenance jobs. The job is at my rental house in town. Call mark at (604) - or email markjohnston70@yahoo.com

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Offering my services. I am looking for work for the winter & spring. I have experience and interest in working casually in the following areas: - home care - assistance in building projects - chair massage - gardening - cooking/catering - cleaning - grant writing - office work (including basic accounting) - driving (cars or vans) - translation (English/French/ Spanish) - proof reading - nannying - customer service. I will be living in Queen Charlotte but am available to work all over the island. I am equipped to work from home but am flexible to work elsewhere as well. I am fully mobile. Only looking for part-time, casual work contracts. Call Jamie Mcdonald at (514) 238-7953 or email planetjamie@yahoo.ca Need training? Looking for work? Need an employee? Visit our Hecate Strait Office; We work to assist community members in achieving their employment needs and provide an array of WorkBC programs!

Our weekly workshops can help you hone your work search skills. Each location has a resource centre equipped to service you to in your work search! Make an appointment with one of our Case Managers at either location, and let us help and assist you in your job pursuit! Masset Office: 250.626.3236 Queen Charlotte Office: 250.559.0049 or email workbc-mass@hseds.ca Childcare needed. Looking for childcare for March-May. Long days, 4-5 days/week, Easy (almost) 4 year old, full on 8 month old. 250-626-7419 Call Amy at (250) 626-7419 or email Amyclairemotteram@gmail.com Looking for employment. If you need any casual labour or assistance doing any construction jobs. We can negotiate terms. I’m in need of cash, food, and firewood. Call Bradley at (877) 712-7377 or email bradleyday83@outlook.com Canadian Firearms Safety Course. Prerequisite for a Possession and Acquisition License. Location: Gudanguaay Tlaats’ga Naay (Masset High School). Starts Feb. 13th and runs Feb. 13, 14, 20 and 21 from 7-10pm.

Fee: $180. To book your seat or for more information, call Ron at 250557-4255 or email rib@qcislands.net LOOKING FOR WORK BEFORE TRIP TO MEXICO. High school student desperately looking for work before trip to Mexico. Willing to do yard work/cleaning, pretty much any task that’s needs doing. Experience: Ocean View restaurant/OV pizza: dishwasher, pizza chef, general cleaning duties. Haida Media Network: producing and editing video, event photography. Call Taj Olson at (250) 559-8434 or email Olson.taj@gmail.com

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Community Service Listings Not For Profit Groups/Organizations/Societies

Hall For Rent. The Port Clements Community Hall is available for rentals. Located mid-island it is a great place to hold your event, be it a meeting, wedding, concert or any other function. Our hall has a full kitchen and Bar area and can host up to 150 persons. For booking please call Brock Storry @ 250-557-4313 and leave us a message or email info@ haidagwaiitrader.com Fall/ Winter hours. Visitor Services, the best selection of gifts and local art on island - open fall hours - Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Call Maureen Weddell at (250) 559-8316 or email info@qcinfo.ca Saahlinda Naay ~ Saving Things House Haida Gwaii Museum. The Haida Gwaii Museum plays an important role in making arts and heritage more accessible and raising awareness of the importance of heritage and history on Haida Gwaii. Through our collections, the museum acquires, preserves and presents objects, archeological artifacts, art works and settler material culture all connected to the human and natural history of Haida Gwaii. We house a unique and comprehensive collection of historical and post-contact archival materials, made accessible to the public within a setting that evokes the community identities of both Haida and settler communities on Haida Gwaii. Our collection includes ancestral and contemporary Haida works, both utilitarian and ceremonial, settler pieces, audio recordings of Haida songs, histories and stories as given by Haida elders in both Haida and English languages, and a plethora of photographs. Memberships to the Museum are available through the gift shop.

Membership allows access to the museum free for one year, 10% discount on regularly priced items in the gift shop, notification of special events and exhibits featured at the Museum. Regular Annual Membership - $30, Senior Annual Membership (65+) - $10, Family Annual Membership - $40, Lifetime Membership - $250. Please call the museum gift shop at (250) 559 4643 or email museum@haidagwaii.net. Check us out on Facebook!

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Port Clements Historical Society. Museum is open Sat & Sun 2PM to 4PM. Admission $4 for adults, seniors & teens; free for members & children 12 & under. Browse the photo albums, admire the gigantic machines, and be amazed by how it was. 45 Bayview Drive, Port Clements. We will open up if you ask - e-mail pcmuseum@qcislands.ca two or three weeks in advance to arrange a special opening, or fax 250-557-4576 when the museum is closed. Call Museum Attendant at (250) 557-4576 or email pcmuseum@qcislands.ca HAIDA GWAII PROPOSED LAND USE OBJECTIVES AMENDMENT ORDER. Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to section 93.4 of the Land Act, section 4 of the Haida Gwaii Reconciliation Act, and section 5 of the Haida Stewardship Law, some land use objectives in the Haida Gwaii Land Use Objectives Order, which were established in December of 2010 and amended in April 2014, are proposed to be amended. The proposed amendments to the land use order are the result of monitoring of the implementation of the order since 2010.

The Haida Gwaii Management Council is considering these proposed amendments in order to meet the objectives for ecosystem integrity and Haida cultural values, while maintaining timber harvest opportunities. The proposed amendments deal with objectives for Haida traditional forest features, aquatic habitats, fish habitat, black bear dens, and Northern goshawk.

Other amendments include changes to schedules, refining definitions, and the addition of a new objective regarding the submission of digital data for the purpose of monitoring. These objectives will be binding for the purposes of the Forest and Range Practices Act. The public is invited to comment on the proposed amendments to the order for a 60-day review period, commencing February 3, 2017 and ending April 4, 2017. Comments may be submitted to the Haida Gwaii Management Council by email at admin@haidagwaiimanagementcouncil. ca Copies of the amended draft order, associated schedules and further information can be accessed from: http://www.haidagwaiimanagementcouncil.ca/land_use_orders.html Call Haida Gwaii Management Council at (250) 626-6058 or email admin@haidagwaiimanagementcouncil.ca

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Queen Charlotte Community Hall Rentals. The Queen Charlotte Community Hall located on Bay Street, has the EA Ross room (meeting room that seats up to 70 people), mail hall, stage and kitchen-all available for rent. Also available for rent are: * wooden tables ($5 each per day) * wooden chairs ($1 each per day) * a complete place setting for 225 people * water goblets & wine glasses * cups & cutlery * white & black linen tablecloths, etc. The kitchen is also available to rent on a daily basis for prepping for larger events. For more information, call Reine Pineault at 250-559-4792or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com .22 Shoot. Everyone is welcome! Our next event is a .22 shoot on Sunday, February 19th from 2-4pm. Bring your own gun or try one of ours! The Port Clements Rod and Gun Club is a community-based club supporting local hunting and fishing interests. Members and guests welcome! Located on Juskatla Road (5 km Southwest of PC). Questions? Comments? Call Ron at (250) 557-4255 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Tai Chi Classes Haida Gwaii. Start a path of training intended to develop a body that is strong & supple, a mind that is clear & calm. Village of Queen Charlotte 250-559-8252, 250-631-9160 Tlell 250-557-9362 Sandspit 250637-5463 Our Aims and Objectives assure everyone receives the same quality of instruction and dedicated leadership. They are: To make the Taoist Tai Chi arts available to all. To promote the Taoist Concept of Health through practice of the Taoist arts. To promote cultural exchange. To help others.

Call Beatie Maxen at (250) 631-9160 or email wendy@xplornet.com Buyer/Seller Beware! If you ever receive an email response to any of your HGT classified ads that look very odd, are written with very poor English or ask you for personal information or pre-payment, DO NOT RESPOND and forward the email to HGT at info@haidagwaiitrader.com

Ride & Ship Share

Rides, car pool, transportation, shipping.

Seeking Transport Service. Looking to transport 2 wooden chairs (one is a rocking chair) and 4 or 5 boxes from Vancouver to Queen Charlotte sometime before May, 2017. Email jkinegal@hotmail.com

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At Your Service

Business Services/Business Products

WRITING AND PROOFREADING. 25+ years of experience writing letters and preparing documents in government, at churches and for law firms - no job too small - from a one page resume to a 600 page manuscript - research projects - fact-checking - proofreading papers - writing family histories - drafting correspondence - very reasonable rates. Darren Lowe darrenlowe1222@gmail.com “His work is in all respects excellent. Darren is an intelligent person who approaches his work with common sense and initiative. He is extremely diligent and efficient in everything he does and he produces a top quality product. He obviously takes great pride in what he does.” Email darrenlowe1222@gmail.com

Last Minute Ads

Too late to fit into their respective categories but squeaked in before we went to print!

Samsung 10” Tablet. 10.1” Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Tablet, comes with case, wall charger, USB cable and 32Gb SD card. $100 Call Matt at (250) 637-1968 or email mattme71@hotmail.com

35mm Olympus Camera. OLYMPUS IS-10 Super DLX High Resolution 28-110 35mm AF Film Camera. Comes with case and 24exp roll of 35mm film. $25 Call Matt at (250) 637-1968 or email mattme71@hotmail.com Paper Shredder. Selling a six sheet paper shredder. Needed a larger one, selling smaller one at a low price. $10 Call Terry Tollestrup at (250) 6371875 or email echobay@hgqci.org

Wall Mounted Propane / Electric Oven. 12+ year old propane / electric oven. Wall mounted Norge brand. Pick-up only. Asking $200. Email valine.crist@gmail.com

24” Whirlpool dishwasher. In fine working condition, appx. 12+ years old. Pick-up only.

Email valine.crist@gmail.com Thick Stainless steel container. Thick Stainless steel container was part of a milking machine from the 50’s.called “Surge Milker” made by Babson Bros. no flaws, can be used for canning or cooking main belly is 15” across, 7” high, weighs about 6 lbs. $50 Call Dominic at (250) 626-7896 or email visceralorbit@gmail.com Goat Milking machine. Hoegger Goat Milking Machine runs great - makes milking easier - includes industrial thickness Stainless Steel milking pail (approximately 1 gallon) - hoses and suction tubes replaced 3 years ago (cost was over 120$) - complete package specially designed for milking goats, ready to go cost of this machine new is: 1840 $ US = 2400 $ CAD Here is one for sale used in the US for 1600$ CAD http://phoenix. craigslist.org/nph/grd/5958357087.html This one is $1000 Call Dominic at (250) 626-7896 or email visceralorbit@gmail.com Wanted wood planer. Wanting to buy a used wood planer. Call Brenda at (250) 264-8755 or email waldorfbrenda@gmail.com

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The Career Fair will be held in our two office locations on Haida Gwaii:

Masset: Feb.28, 2017 1563 Main Street

Queen Charlotte: March 1, 2017 QC Community Hall

Fair Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The focus of our Fair is to ‘BRING IT HOME’ Utilize your Training & Work Local! It will provide prospective employees / students with information on the skills & education needed to work in your business or field.

It is a great opportunity to introduce you to future customers & network with other businesses to strengthen contacts on Haida Gwaii as well as across the region.

Questions please contact our Masset office:

Phone: 250-626-3236 Toll Free 1-877-626-3236 workbc-mass@hseds.ca

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HAIDA GWAII LOCAL FOODS PROJECT LOCAL, ORGANIC VEGGIES Delivered to your door!

Located in Skidegate Inlet, on Maude Island, where a year-round creek tumbles down the south-facing hillside, is the Maude Island Farm (MIF). Co-owner Lynda Dixon and her team take the responsibility of caring for their farm seriously; growing without chemical fertilizers and pesticides, rotating crops and protecting and building the soil with cover crops and more.

Growing organic produce on Haida Gwaii since 1994, MIF became officially certified as organic in 2006. “The certification process is stringent and expensive,” reports Dixon, “requires a lot of paperwork, and involves bringing a verification officer to inspect the farm every three years.”

Dixon fell in love with Maude Island the first time she saw it while kayaking in Skidegate Inlet in 1988. “Maude has an amazing amount of deep, black soil,” states Dixon. “A recent soil test indicated that it contains about 20% organic matter after 23 years of intensive market gardening. Many a farmer would be happy with 5%.”

Famous for their sweet Maude Island carrots, they also grow salad greens, garlic, beets, potatoes and some herbs, tomatoes, cucumbers and squash. Most of their produce is sold through a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA), Bag-A-Week veggie delivery program which delivers a variety of seasonal veggies right to the customer’s door. CSA is a pay up front business model which helps farmers with the upfront costs of purchasing seeds and soil amendments. Customers get healthy, nutritious, delicious and local produce and farmers can pay for their expenses.

A win-win for all!

Maude Island Farm produce can be found at the QC Farmers’ Market on Saturdays between 11am-2pm, Isabel Creek and various restaurants and businesses. To sign up for their Bag-A-Week veggie delivery program, call them at 250-637-1609 or email l.brassica1960@gmail.com

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Also: Queen Charlotte Farmers’ Market and Moresby Market Thank you HGLFP sponsors! To become a sponsor or for more info call 250-557-2088 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com