Hgt magazine issue67 dec2015 jan2016

Issue #67 Mid Dec 2015/Mid Jan 2016

Delmas Co-op 70 years

$2.75 (Incl. GST)

Haida Gwaii Animal Hospital

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pages 8-9

HG Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide

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Haida Gwaii Eyes…

Wide Open

Proactive Ponderings about Common Challenges

Cabin Fever Shmever

by Shellene Van der Beke

According to the ever popular virtual go to source for all kinds of information, Wikipedia (a self-administered compilation written by “Sages” from around the planet), cabin fever is an idiomatic term for a claustrophobic reaction that takes place when a person or group is isolated and/or shut in a small space, with nothing to do, for an extended period of time. It goes on to say that cabin fever describes the extreme irritability and restlessness a person may feel in these situations. Lack of patience, feeling tired, unmotivated, foggy thinking, and trouble sleeping are not uncommon at this time of year.

Challenge: Whether cabin fever is a bona fide precursor for seasonal affective disorder or just a figment of our imagination, wintertime, with its low light levels, extended periods of grey skies and cooler temperatures, can contribute to some pretty irrational thoughts, feelings and actions.

Solutions: Here are some common recommendations to lessen cabin fever’s “twitches, shivers and sweats”:  Vitamin D is good for thee: Spending more time outdoors is listed as one of the key solutions to staving off old man winter. Even though our weather is considerably temperate, none the less, it can be chilly and very often wet outside here on Haida Gwaii. A few layers, a good winter coat and a warm pair of shoes or boots are worth their weight in gold. Wearing them does not mean you are not cool, or a yellow belly. Nature is stunning at this time of year and who said carrying an umbrella is out of fashion? I say the bigger, the brighter the umbrella, the better. Rain gear is adorable.  Chews to beat the blues: Often easier said than done, it is still worth giving it a good go…limiting sugar, eating yummy things like eggs (with the yolk), nuts and seeds, fish, colorful veggies, and try a new recipe with an ancient grain (quinoa, millet, barley); all are touted to treat the winter pouts and bouts of blues.  Dandy deeds to dodge the down in the dumps dark days: To name just a few, play indoor games (puzzles, board & card games, etc.), try your hand at an art or craft project, if you have a workshop (you lucky duck), build something, read, bird and/or squirrel watch, take a nap, visit a museum, call or write a friend or family member (remember those things called letters?), clean or organize something (yes, some folks actually dig this), or simply quiet the mind with day dreaming or meditation. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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

Please send us your submission by the first of the month for publishing consideration. Email: info@haidagwaiitrader.com or mail: PO Box 222, Port Clements, BC V0T1R0 Questions? Comments? Call us at 250-557-2088

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Safe Communities/Haida Gwaii

Helpful crime prevention tips brought to you by Sergeant Stephan Drouin, Detachment Commander for Masset RCMP Don’t Drink and Drive – Enjoy a Long Life Your local RCMP focuses on making roads safer throughout the year by targeting aggressive driving and impaired enforcement, and during the holiday season there is an increased effort to keep impaired drivers off the road. Impaired driving is an entirely preventable cause of injuries and death. Members of both Masset RCMP and Queen Charlotte RCMP will be out in force this month to check for impaired drivers and to encourage safer choices.

If you are planning to drink, please do not drive. Find an alternate way to get home, plan ahead to have a designated driver or use a cab. If you fail to plan, plan to fail.

~Working together for safe communities~ ___________________________________________________________________________________ Masset Branch: 250-626-3991 Queen Charlotte Branch: 250-559-4421 Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-8477www.bcrcmp.ca

under “BCRCMP”

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That’s A Lot of Milk and Nails!

The popular, late 60’s marketing slogan, “You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby” is a perfect fit. First occupying a rented, 1600 square foot space back in 1945, the Delmas Cooperative has grown to today’s 27,300 square foot combined Masset and Skidegate food and hardware sales spaces!

Delmas Co-op 1945

As stated in the souvenir, 50th anniversary Delmas Co-Operative Association report, “There have been set-backs, growing pains, and, [after being in business for 12 years] a disastrous fire in 1957, all of which tested the skills of all those involved before us.”

1958

In this same report, a comical picture of how the co-op 1975 was in 1970 describes “From food to furnishings, groceries to gumboots, garden seeds to gadgets, each ‘department’ separated by aisles only, and one round of the store will take you through a half-a-dozen specialties. The aisles are not yet wide enough to permit a shopping-cart derby, so the men folk of the family might well brush up on their driving habits.”

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“Del” for Delkatla and “mas” for Masset, this long standing, local and member owned business has been providing essential services to our island communities for 70 years. Kudos!

Today

Excerpts of this article were adapted from the historical page of the Delmas Co-0p website which credits photos and information from the Dixon Entrance Maritime Museum in Masset. _________________________________________________________________________________________

Do you have a historical picture and short story you would like to share?

We would love to hear from you! Call us at 250-557-2088 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com

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Love Haida Gwaii celebrating local, independently owned business

Haida Gwaii

HAIDA GWAII STAYCATION Stay at home. Save money. Shop Local

HIELLEN LONGHOUSE VILLAGE (North Beach) Staycation offer #1: The Hiellen Longhouse Village offers a local resident rate of $75 per night The Hiellen Longhouse Village offers seven traditional style Haida longhouse cabins and a main Haida longhouse. Each cozy cabin has a queen bed and a single bunk bed and sleeps 4. Small longhouses include a gas stove, small fridge, cooking utensils, three piece bathroom, barbeque and a wood-burning fireplace.

PO Box 175, Tow Hill, BC / 250.626.3337 / gwen.brown@mhtv.ca

AMBER’S SPA (Queen Charlotte) Staycation offer #2: Month of December - Buy a $50 (or more) gift certificate and get a free pedicure Month of January – Get gel nails from $30 and facials for $40 Amber’s Spa believes everyone deserves a little pampering now and then. A relaxing massage, a soothing facial or pretty manicure or pedicure can lift your spirits when you need a pick-me-up.

604 First Avenue, Queen Charlotte, BC / 250.640.8741 / ahorwood@shaw.ca

SANDSPIT INN Staycation offer #3: Local residents stay at the Sandspit Inn for $60 per night (year round).

The Sandspit Inn is located just steps from the Sandspit Airport and within walking distance of area hiking trails and beaches. The inn features 20 rooms, each with two double beds and ensuite washroom. Pass-through/adjoining rooms are available for family or group stays. Guests can enjoy a delicious, expertly-prepared meal or drinks at the on-site restaurant featuring a dining hall and bar. #1 Airport Road, Sandspit, BC / 250.637.5377 / thesandspitinn@gmail.com

lovehaidagwaii.com Love Haida Gwaii showcases locally owned and operated businesses and is funded by Northern Development Initiative Trust & Misty Isles Economic Development Society. To list your business on the Love Haida Gwaii website or for more information call 250-559-8050 or email admin@mieds.ca

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Today’s library: the living room of the community

Today’s library is not the hushed, silent space of decades past. Our community libraries are vibrant and cozy - places where children play while adults socialize, use our free wifi (no library card needed for free wifi), browse our collections of books, CDs and DVDs, or learn new computer skills. It’s a place where everyone is welcome, whether they’re doing serious research or just need a place to get out of the rain and see some friendly faces.

Haida Gwaii is home to four branches of the Vancouver Island Regional Library, with libraries in Masset, Port Clements, Queen Charlotte and Sandspit. All residents of Haida Gwaii are eligible to get a library card and use the library services – completely free.

Our libraries are open four days a week!

Howlan Clements displays the “tower of stuffies” he built at the Port Clements branch.

Queen Charlotte: Tuesday 10-12 and 1-5, Wednesday 1-4 and 5-8, Friday 12:30-5 pm and 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 and Saturday 10-2

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Richardson Ranch – Home of the Udderly Awesome –

Founded by Eric Richardson, a grain farmer from Vermilion, Alberta, Richardson Ranch is located in sunny “Where the sun always rises out of the Hecate Strait” Tlell and has been selling beef since 1919. Seven generations later, the family farm has grown to include a Guest House, fully stocked feed store, boarding kennel, worldwide sales of Registered Polled Herefords and cattle genetics including bull semen and Hereford embryos. Driving through Tlell, you will see this award-winning herd grazing on the estuary of the Tlell River.

The Richardson Ranch family business does not stop there. On the ranch property in Tlell, Dr. Don Richardson, Eric’s great grandson, established the first and only veterinary facility, the Queen Charlotte Islands Animal Hospital, on June 1st, in 1980. Dr. Don became a vet in 1978 and at first he practiced in Prince Rupert and came over to the then named Queen Charlotte Islands every couple of months. “When he first started working in the clinic,” Leslie remembers, “Don wore white shoes and a tie! In those days, when you came out of vet school, they were very

One of the greatest challenges of being a vet here on the islands, Don affirmed “Being on call - I’ve been on call for 35 years.” sensitive about your uniforms.” When asked about one of the greatest challenges of being a vet here on the islands, Don affirmed “Being on call…I’ve been on call for 35 years.”

Now, the passionate torch of caring for our island community’s creatures is being passed on to Don’s son Dane Richardson. After acquiring a BSc from the University of Northern BC in 2008, and then a DVM from University of Saskatchewan’s Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 2013, Dane spent two years of practice at KamVet in Kamloops, BC. He has now returned to Haida Gwaii to head the ultramodern and newly named Haida Gwaii Animal Hospital. Dr. Don will continue to provide back-up as the

By Shellene Van der Beke

new clinic’s Office Manager and cover off some of Dane’s on call and vacation times.

After a year of planning and construction, all are invited to the new clinic’s inaugural OPEN HOUSE on Monday, December 21st from 10-4 where tours of the facility will be given. Ranch Feeds, normally

“Our clinic has gone from the pre-historic to the space age!” closed on Mondays, will also be open on this day – handy for any last minute Christmas shopping!

“Our clinic has gone from the pre-historic to the space age!” jokes Leslie Richardson, who started working at Richardson Ranch as a Ranch Hand back in 1978. She and Don’s Dad, Doug Richardson, turned a woodshed into the first QC Animal Hospital building. Leslie worked alongside Dr. Don in the original veterinary clinic for many years, cupid’s arrow struck Leslie, and she and Don have helped build Richardson Ranch to where it is today…one of the most beloved and successful businesses on Haida Gwaii and beyond.

The clinic will now be offering digital radiography and dental x-rays, an in-house lab with chemistry and hematology services (they will not have to send blood out anymore) and in-hospital ultrasounds. Some of the impressive new clinical equipment includes an oxygen generator and oxygen cages, state-of-the-art anesthetic machine and vital signs monitor, IV pumps and fully networked computers (supporting a more paperless operation). The original boarding kennels (which will remain open) are now complemented with several indoor and outdoor surgery recovery kennels in the updated facility.

Other family news: Don and Leslie’s daughter, Jamie Richardson, recently moved to Fraser Lake, BC, and along with her husband Bill Lloyd, is managing to own the Copper-T Ranch. Jamie and Bill are the proud new parents of Jesse Donald Lloyd. What a lucky little fellow to be born into a family so richly connected to the land and whose work ethics are second to none.

To book an appointment with the HG Animal Hospital, call 250557-4468 or email dr.danerichardson@ gmail.com. The clinic is open Tuesdays to Fridays from 9-4 and Saturdays from 9–noon. The clinic is closed Sundays and Mondays. (If the doors are locked during business hours, they might be busy with surgery or an emergency, please ask for assistance at Ranch Feeds next door.)

Doug, Alice and Baby Don Richardson selling meat from their panel truck in Queen Charlotte City circa 1954. L: Dane and Jamie Richardson feed new calves.

Photos provided by Richardson Ranch

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Clockwise: New surgery suite, with a view. Beautiful new reception area.

HG Animal Hospital, new clinic storefront-hand carved sign by local woodcarver Benjamin Van der Beke. Dane and Jamie doing some equine dentistry.

Photos by Shellene Van der Beke and provided by Richardson Ranch.

Chatting with Dr. Dane Richardson Having grown up on a farm, did you always want to be a vet?

Having grown up on a farm with a river running through it, I always wanted to be a fisherman!

How long did you have to study to become a vet? Where did you study?

10 years. A 4 year BSc in Natural Resource Management and 2 years of pre vet at UNBC then 4 more years at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan to get my DVM. What is it like to be back on Haida Gwaii?

It’s good to be home!

What do you love about Haida Gwaii?

I love the people and sense of community but more than anything I love the solitude. It’s something that is becoming increasingly hard to find these days.

What is it like to have a state of the art clinic?

I have worked in a lot of different clinics. It is really neat to be able to design what we wanted and to now have the up to date diagnostic tools and equipment to provide the best standard of care we can.

Do you have a funny vet story to tell?

Without going in to too much detail, it involves removing a pair of women’s underwear from a dog’s intestines that did not belong to any of the women in the house. The wife didn’t think it was funny...

What is your favourite thing about being a vet?

Being able to give back to my community in the best way I know how. It’s also really rewarding to work with organizations like the SPCA, Animal Help Line and local cat rescues that have an amazing group of dedicated volunteers that give so much of them selves to help animals in need. Working with wildlife is also a huge perk of the job.

What is one of the greatest challenges?

There are many but money is number one. Veterinary care is very expensive to provide and not everyone has money to care for their pets. Cost is often what dictates what level of care we are able to provide and I hate that. There is nothing worse than knowing you could do something to help an animal but it is beyond the clients means. It is very important to us as the only Veterinary Clinic on Haida Gwaii, to strike the balance between providing the highest level of care possible while keeping it accessible and affordable for everyone.

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A well camouflaged juvenile abalone, about the size of a thumbnail, sits atop an abalone condo.

Poach no more

submitted by Haida Laas/Aggie Cangardel

A billowing haze rises from a crowd of spiral shaped shells assembled on the ocean-floor.

Gulguhlyaan Northern abalone have gathered in a stack to spawn. Each female adds 11.56 million eggs to the thickening fog drifting in the water column.

Inside the cloud, billions of sperm careen about, whirling around to navigate in the cold waters. The very few sperm that survive will be the first to ‘smell’ their way to one of the eggs that veil this isolated ocean-corner.

Many billions more will miss the mark and be swept away by the indifferent currents of the open sea.

Gulguhlyaan are broadcast spawners, meaning they gather in crowds then cast their sperm and eggs into open water at the same time. Once fertilized the egg drift for 10-14 days in the ocean currents and then

settle to the sea floor. Without a high enough density of animals, not enough eggs will be fertilized to sustain their population. Because gulguhlyaan only take 10-14 days to settle on the sea floor, their distribution is also limited by their brief time drifting in ocean currents.

In the 1970s, new harvesting technology led to gulguhlyaan overfishing. Between 1977 and 1990, Haida Gwaii contributed a total of 752 tonnes to the fishery’s reported catch, driving the population down by 7580%. The fishery was closed in 1990 due to a collapsed population. When gulguhlyaan failed to recover the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada officially listed them as a threatened species in 1999.

Sixteen years later, some populations are showing signs of recovery and in recent years Haida Fisheries’ dive teams report higher

To report suspicious activity you can contact: Haida Fisheries, Gaaw Old Massett at 250.626.3302 Haida Fisheries, HlGaagilda Skidegate at 250.559.4468 DFO on the OBSERVE, RECORD and REPORT line at 1.800.465.4336.

All reports will be kept anonymous.

numbers of juvenile gulguhlyaan. However, while recovery strategies have improved survival rates, poachers continue to threaten the animal’s future. Numbers are still so low that even moderate poaching activity can significantly destabilize populations.

To address the problem, the Haida Gwaii Marine Stewardship Group formed CoastWatch in 2004. The program recruits vessel operators, business owners, watchmen and volunteers to become part of a coastwide network that protects abalone stocks by reporting suspicious activities.

The pockets of gulguhlyaan that survived mismanagement are scattered throughout the rugged coast, making them difficult to watch over. That’s why in order to ensure gulguhlyaan have a place in the future, coastal communities need to keep their eyes open while they are out on the water.

Poaching activity is easy to identify: 1. Poachers need to dive to reach gulguhlyaan, and SCUBA gear may be visible on the decks of poaching vessels.

2. Poachers use tools like screwdrivers and metal bars to pry gulguhlyaan off of rocks.

3. Divers use bags made from net or mesh to collect the animals underwater.

4. If a vessel quickly leaves an area after being spotted, it may be a poaching vessel trying to avoid detection.

If you feel uncomfortable with a situtation, any of these indicators is a good enough reason to report suspicious activity. To protect recovering gulguhlyaan populations, gather as much information about suspicious vessels and the people on board as you can and tell someone about it.

Gulguhlyaan is the Gaaw Old Massett spelling for abalone and in HlGaagilda Skidegate it is spelled galgahlyan.

New blog!

Check out the Council of the Haida Nation’s new blog at < haidanation.wordpress.com > Keep up to date with the most recent stories!

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gwaiitrust.com Old Massett: 1-800-663-2388 | Skidegate: 1-877-559-8883

Meet the Gwaii Trust’s chief operating officer

Our new chief operating officer, Carla Lutner, started working at the Gwaii Trust on December 1.

Carla is looking forward to getting out in the community and hearing from islanders about how the Gwaii Trust can best contribute to making Haida Gwaii a good place to live. Many of you might have already met her: Carla has worked Gwaii Trust’s new chief operating officer, Carla Lutner for Northern Savings Credit Union for Photos & story by Alex Rinfret. the past 15 years, and has lived on Haida Gwaii since 1999. She has served a term as Carla lives in Miller Creek with her community engagement and overseeing the school trustee for South Graham Island husband Rick McDiarmid and their two the wide variety of projects the Trust and represents Queen Charlotte on the sons. The whole family enjoys living off the administers.

Haida Gwaii Community Futures board. land as much as possible and are often out Our executive director Errol Winter hunting, fishing and crabbing. will continue on in his role of investment Although she wasn’t looking for a management oversight, but will now also new job, Carla said the ad for a chief be able to devote a portion of his time operating officer caught her eye because towards developing the many boardEach community on Haida she has always had a positive impression driven initiatives currently underway.

Gwaii receives $10,000 of the Gwaii Trust. “Once I looked at the at this time of year for position, I thought it would be a good Christmas celebrations. fit with what I had been doing,” she said.

Some communities use their “I’ve always been interested in community improvement – and there’s so much grant to buy turkeys for opportunity with the Gwaii Trust to make a every household, while others difference.”

DID YOU KNOW?

host holiday gatherings or dinners. The Christmas grant is one of our longest-running programs.

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Carla will be working out of both our offices, in Old Massett and Skidegate.

She will be managing the day-to-day operations of the Gwaii Trust, including staff management, member relations,

Wishing a Wonderful Christmas and Joyous New Year to all!

From the Gwaii Trust board of directors and staff.

important to us to become the equal of anyone else.

Here is the important point: these six values define us as being human. That seems like a

On Being Fully Human In the last article, “Same Values — Different Interpretations,” we discussed the common values of all humanity for all time. Those values define the Homo sapiens species, which is all of us, of all races, cultures, ethnicities, nationalities, and genders. The values that have sustained

very simple point, doesn’t it? If you are fully human, then you strive to fulfill these values, according to your interpretation, and want the same for everyone else.

Now, just to shock you into seeing a BIG difference of values, “What values does a community have that would make them prejudiced against any other group?” The answer is that they value themselves more than they value

our species are

quality of life, growth, and equality. The secondary core value-emotions empathy, compassion, and “Love” are borne out of equality.

“Love” is defined as caring for all of humanity as we care for our self, individually, because each of us is a member of humanity.

These three primary values have supported the survival and sustainability of our species for many tens of thousands of years. The three secondary value-emotions are what make us

other groups of people. They see themselves as separate from other people.

If being human is sharing values that are common to our species, how would we interpret Photo from Pixabay

a group of people

who value being separate from other groups?

My personal interpretation, using the logic of social sustainability, is that the separate group is not fully human because they put themselves outside of the family of humanity.

In other words, being prejudiced makes a statement of being inhumane, not human.

human — humane. In other words, if you want a better quality of life, you know you will need to grow in some way to get a better quality of life; and you want to have a better quality of life as anyone else, which is

Writer, author, publisher and principal of Daniel Ph.D. Consulting, Daniel can be reached @ daniel.raphaelphd@gmail.com

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The Little Bird Song

by Kika The wind may blow and the rain may fall I huddle for shelter, in green cedars tall But with the sun I fly down to Her call and there I see Her sprinkle seeds all

Society of Cannibals

by Kaywinnet Sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;jet-Spiff K_ung clambers from the sea to beckon to the dead Coho kin ascend their ladders there to stir the gravel beds A host of silver sg_aaga tumble up their paths to die They are following K_ung Jaada, they are reaching for the sky When the alders shed their skins and all their lustrous leaves are gone Their orange ink like marbles grows again beneath the stones And winks on silken wires strung out before the sinking sun And keeps space between the spots on the timid cloak of every fawn

golden and waiting for me All the seeds golden, and waiting for me

And licks the little, pensive waves who shiver in the glower As they reach out to the clouds and push their toes into the shore Then the silver ghosts awaken and follow K_ung once more Their cannibal society to sweep the riverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s floor

Then comes the snow the hail and the ice The cold of the winter shuts down like a vice

Again to stir the gravel, chase their mother, and move the tides As are the trees, the August seas, the moths, and you and i

But She always will call and I fly down to see All the seeds golden, and waiting for me Though its months to the spring with no seeds to be found With the sun we all sing in the trees all around

Society of Cannibals / Artist notes:

For the seeds that are golden will help us to see spring's flowers and berries, and sun on the sea

K_ung means moon and K_ung Jaada means Moon Woman. A Sg_aaga is an old powerful healing doctor.

And She in sun golden singing with me

Coho sometimes eat one another when they are hungry...

In sunshine all golden singing with me

Moths follow the moon...i guess they don't move tides or shift sand...but there was room for a couple syllables...

- For my Mother, with love always, Kika

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Horoscopes for Dec. 15th, 2015 to Jan. 15, 2016 Aries (March 20-April 19) Current issues may feel huge to you, dear Aries, as we end this year and ring in the new one. The past wants you to look at it one last time and make the needed changes to move forward. The problem is, looking back without purpose is just regret. Be willing to heal whatever ails you, allowing yourself to burst forward into the future with less baggage than what you started with.

Key Words: Healing, Public Eye, Career vs. Home Taurus (April 19-May 20) Your career, dear Taurus, is screaming for transformation in some form. This doesn’t mean that you have to quit your job, although this is one of your options. Rather, in order to live your highest self, it’s important to shift your awareness about what is working in your mission in life and what needs a boost. Make the changes needed for you to feel honestly satisfied at work and home. Key Words: Honesty, Power, Career Gemini (May 20-June 21) Life is asking you, dear Gemini, to experience deep bonding and deeper healing. This is never your strong suit, as Gemini’s spend a lot of time in their heads, not their hearts. But here’s what you can do to satisfy your curiosity as well as look deeply within. Choose an activity where you can practice mindfulness, be it a class, meditating, walking your dog or laying on the couch reading a great book. You might read a book that allows you to feel what the reader went through, not just intellectualize it. Key Words: Philosophy, Meaning, Belief Cancer (June 21-July 22) Dear Cancer, this time in life is about family and friends for everybody. But especially for you. I would ask you to be vigilant about protecting your space as you are going to feel more vulnerable than usual. Of course, it’s great to spend time with family and friends, but this does mean allowing them to impose their beliefs on you or give you their anger to manage. This is your mantra now: Whose problem is it?

If the answer is yours, then make the necessary changes. If not, then let them have the power to change their problems and you step aside. Key Words: Sensitivity, Honesty, Love Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) I know this is not sexy or fun to say, dear Leo, but now is the time to work hard to make the changes that are needed inside you. This does not imply drudgery or boredom; on the contrary. How can you work hard by finding the grandest way to deal with it creatively?

You have the creative means to really change up your life if you are willing to fight for it by never giving up. Key Words: Determination, Diligence, Mentoring

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) With most people, dear Virgo, I don’t have to ask them to play more. But with you this is different. Please, take some time to recreate and enjoy what life has to offer. The lists can wait, you don’t have to always be “doing” something, it’s ok to just “be”. Especially as you ring in the New Year, dedicate yourself to experiencing the pleasures and joys of life. Key Words: Pleasure, Creative, Laugh

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) Celebrating the New Year may feel a little hollow to you, dear Libra. That’s because this is the time for you to really sink your teeth into your inner core experience. What are the deep truths that you have been too afraid to believe? Now is the time to bring them up to the light of day and examine them. It may feel a bit scary but it’s also invigorating and meaningful! Key Words: Self-Examination, Home, Emotional Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) While some of us are barely holding on and stuck in a rut, you dear Scorpio are having an easier time multitasking then the rest of us. Siblings or family members may be playing a key role in your life right now and it’s time to follow your curiosity wherever it may lead. You will be happiest when you turn that curiosity into deeply learning something that you can utilize for life. Key Words: Open-Minded, Intellect, Learn Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) Are there any money concerns that are plaguing you now, dear Sagittarius? It may seem like there is a lack of something in your life but I ask you to do this for me; decide that you are not your possessions, not your toys, not the numbers in your bank accounts. Choose to be self-inspired and self-confident in spite of what may be happening externally in your world. After all, you can’t take it with you in the end anyway. Key Words: Self-Worth, Determination, Loyalty Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) In the next few weeks, dear Capricorn, it is time to prioritize. And by this I mean, prioritize yourself first. No one truly knows what motivates you, what brings you joy and what inspires you, but you! You have a right to take up space even if this just means that you get to pick the movie that the family will watch tonight. Act a little bit selfish, just for a month!

You deserve to choose your happiness, whatever it is. Key Words: Passion, Decisive, Strong Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) What you planted a year ago is now coming to fruition, dear Aquarius. What are your future goals and aspirations and what is your plan to achieve them? These are your questions for the next few weeks.

Answer these, then step back and watch your vision turn into reality. Be sure to do the necessary work to achieve your bright future. Key Words: Community, Service, Networking .

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) I know it’s difficult for a Pisces to continually be in the spotlight but for the next few weeks it’s important to do so. How do you see your mission if life manifesting and where would you like it to take you?

Answer these important questions to fulfill your dreams.

Creativity plays a key role in your future so the more you can recreate and enjoy life, the easier it will be to receive your vision for the future. Key Words: Harvest, Power, Play Sage Advisor is a professional astrologer and has been since 2007. She is passionate about helping clients develop the tools of awareness and purpose for their lives.

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

Great Christmas Gift Idea!

NordicTrack Treadmill **New Price** C900 Pro model. Lightly used, mint condition. 3.0 CHP motor, commercial grade 20 x 60 tread belt, space saving option, quadflex cushioning, IFIT compatible, built in speakers for iPod and fan. Moving, must sell! Transport on ferry from Prince Rupert can be arranged. $600 Call Kim Cey at (250) 6242950 or email kimcey9@hotmail.com Walking Dead DVDs & Blu Ray. Season 1 on DVDs. Season 2 on Blu Ray Season 3 on DVDs. $50 Call Lorne at (250) 626-7752 or email Missybell1973@gmail.com Enterprise Fawcett Oil Heater. NEW. Paid $900.00 asking $500 Call Kim Abrahams at (250) 626-9532 or email carol_brown8@hotmail. com Canucks tickets for sale. Most games, sec 327 pair in row 2 and pair in row 4 $85 Call Barry at (250) 626-7768 or email bpages@mhtv.ca Women’s Size 8 Merrell Shoes. Like new, Ortho Light Air Cushion winter runners. New price $180, selling for $50 Call Debra Uliana at (250) 637-1785 or email ulianadebra@gmail.com ***Reduced Price! ***Weber Grand Piano. 6’2, perfect in every way. Beautiful action leading to tone and shading of a much larger grand. I have had it since new; 11 years. Only professionally maintained. Cost $24,000.

Will sell or trade for only $4000!. I will move it and set it up. Call Andrew at (250) 626-6030 or email info@ haidagwaiitrader.com Brown Blundstone Boots. Worn once. Size 7 1/2 men’s or 10 women’s. Tube of Nikwax for leather included. $175 Call Kim Larocque at (250) 557-4692 or email Kimmy@qcislands.net Beige with green stripe handmade felted purse. $30 Call Regina Williams at (250) 626-5676 or email scoutts@ mhtv.ca Beige handmade felted purse. $29 Call Regina Williams at (250) 626-5676 or email scoutts@mhtv.ca Winter’s coming - New baseboard heater. Stelpro commercial grade 2500W baseboard heater. It is white, 8-1/2 feet long, and still in the box. It’s rated 2500W at 240 volts. Clean efficient heat and easy to install. Made in Canada. $50 Contact Jack by email sales@tostaba.com Epson Stylus Photo 1280 Ink Jet Printer. Great value - brand new - never used! Extra ink included $250 Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com Boutique dress (semi-formal or formal). Only worn once for a formal function. It’s made out of satiny, purple material with a blue/indigo sheen and its bodice has black velvet designs. Invisible side-zip. Knee length. Spaghetti straps and back sash that ties. No sure of size, but I’m 5’7” with an athletic build and it fits me perfectly. It has been stored hung, in clean, dry, ventilated area. It was bought new for just over $140.

Selling for $85 Call Reina Fennell at (250) 557-2460 or email reinafennell@gmail.com Stay warm this winter! Heaters For Sale. **1. Oil filled radiator, non-digitized: $50 **2. New, stand up oscillating tower heater, used for only one week: $60. **3. Floor heater encased in wood, new, worth $500: Only $100 Call Manzanita Snow at (250) 557-8579 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Phone Tablet. Brand and Model - Cube Talk 9 (U39GT 3G) CPU - MTK8389T Quad Core 1.5GHz OS - Android 4.2.2 Screen - 9inch IPS PLS Retina 1920 x 1280 Memory - 1GB RAM, 16GB ROM Camera - Back camera: 5.0MP, Front camera: 2.0MP Bluetooth - 4.0 WIFI - 802.11 b/g/n Phone - 2G, 3G micro Sim, compatible with Telus and Koodo accessories - USB cable, charger, earbuds, protective cover $200 Call Sam at (250) 637-5653 or email purplesolution@gmail.com Hot Tub Heaven. A great Christmas gift to yourself. Banish the winter cold away! Excellent condition, and the cover is also (the cover itself is about $600 new). Purchased from Twilight Spas in Terrace. Complete with everything you need to get started. I’m moving and can’t take it with me. Compare this to new prices in B.C. (plus shipping). NOTE: From Friday Dec. 11 to January 4 I’m away, so contact via email. $3,300 Call Keith at (250) 557-4491 or email rka@qcislands.ca

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Canucks Watch. $50 Call Lorne at (250) 626-7752 or email Missybell1973@gmail.com Xbox 360. Works Perfectly. With two controllers (wireless), 250 G.B. memory, Wi-Fi enabled. Programs included:, Red Dead Redemption, Wolfenstien, Fallout 3 (game of year edition), Fable 3, Just Dance, 4, Kinect Sports 2 & 3, Wipeout and Adventures. The Kinect addition is included. $100 Call Bruce at (250) 559-8344 or email bic@qcislands.net Appliances need new home. Thanks for giving the fridge and stove a new home. All that remains, is a lonely, but working, built in dishwasher. Call Leslie at (250) 557-4348 or email rfeeds@qcislands.net Solotone Accordion (Full Size). Made in Italy $100 Email mitch. pridham@gmail.com Antique Treadle Sewing Machine. Beautifully crafted Raymond. Canadian made by the Guelph Manufacturing Co, Ontario. Ornate original painted designs, folds down into a fully restored walnut hutch and it still works! $250 Call Robin Pozer at (250) 559-4282 or email robinpozer54@gmail.com XBOX 360 Kinect Sensor. New in box. $75 Email acober@qcislands.net Blank dvds and cds. 25 DVD-Rs and 15 DVD-RWs 3 CD-Rs 26 jewel cases never used Call Shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com Dobro Hound Dog Resonator Guitar. Very good condition. $500 Email mitch.pridham@gmail.com Roll-away cot. Steel frame, c/w foam mattress. Folds up to store. Suitable for 1 person up to 150 lbs. weight. Frame in good condition, mattress okay. Call after 4 pm or weekends. $60 Call J. Ames at (250) 559-8865 or email jo_ames@yahoo.ca Assorted Wet Suits. Various sizes. Come w/ hoods and booties. $75 each.

Inquire for size. Call Kim Cey at (250) 624-2950 or email kimcey9@hotmail.com GUITARS AND AMPS. Ibanez 5 string bass with soft case, $400.

Les Paul solid body imitation, guitar, $125 Ibanez AS73- BS hollow body electric guitar with hard case, $550. Amp, Dyna bass, 10” speaker, $150. Vox amp, practice guitar amp, 12 volt compatible, $125.

Studio chorus 70 guitar amp with foot pedal, $200. Call Keith at (250) 559-8207 or email anvilcove@haidagwaii.net Insulated chimney sections. 8” x 3’ insulated chimney sections - each $45. Call Debra at (250) 637-1785 or email ulianadebra@gmail.com Wood Stove For Sale. 1100 pl Napoleon wood stove $1490.90 includes shipping. We also have heavy wall, welded seam black stove pipe. Call Mark at (250) 559-4501 or email baggaley@qcislands.net Blaze King Sorocco 30 Wood Stove. Brand new in the crate and boxes. With ash pan, fans, fresh air kit, chimney and all flashing and mounts. It is here, no freight. $4,200 Call Gord at (250) 637-5755 or email patngord@qcislands.ca New Bluetooth Keyboard (small). Still in the packaging. Dimensions: 8x3 inches Designed for an iPad or iPhone. Brand name: rapoo. Comes with usb cord. Wireless and w/ bluetooth capabilities. $45 OBO Call Reina Fennell at (250) 557-2460 or email reinafennell@gmail.com Expedition Space Heater. Never been used, uses diesel fuel, from 10-30,000 btu. Approx. 1 liter per hour on high. No electricity needed, perfect for shop, cabin, back-up heat, camp etc. New price is $895 plus tax & shipping, I will sell this unit delivered to Haida Gwaii for $650. $650 Call Channing at (778) 884-3483 or email esss@qcislands.net Cat Carrier. Plastic with metal gate door that locks shut. Has a carrying handle 19” X 12” X 11” high can be disassembled. $25 or will trade for large dog carrier. Call Dominic at (250) 6267896 or email visceralorbit@gmail.com Raleigh Gel Mountain Bike Seat Cover. $20 Call Karen at (250) 559-4255 or email karefoe@qcislands.net Recumbent Bike. Ezee-3 trike, fun and easy to ride, stable, great exercise. I have another one so I am looking for a new home for this one. $350 Call Kris Leach at (250) 557-4223 or email rkleach@ qcislands.net

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Professional Kitchen Equipment. Rancillo “Epocha” two-head Cappuccino machine. $4500 Hobart 30-quart mixer, $2,500 Anvil $2000 Call Kris Leach at (250) 557-4223 or email rkleach@qcislands.net Beautiful Piano-PRICED TO SELL! Strauss upright piano. Very good condition. Purchased brand new and we always took very good care of it. You pick up. Alternate phone number is 250-559-8298. Was $2000, now priced to sell at $1000! Call Shirley at (250) 559-8388 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Sony 50” LCD Projection TV. Center of screen has an area with slight tint. $200 Call Peter at (250) 626-7875 or email pm@mhtv.ca 32” Hitachi Television. Excellent working condition. $75 Call Peter at (250) 626-7875 or email pm@mhtv.ca King size box spring. Like new and only used for a short period of time. $50 Call Vern at (250) 626-3308 or email vernonbyberg@gmail. com Laser 73 heater with oil tank. $1,000 Call Christine or Terry at (250) 626-7229 or email cartys@mhtv.ca 4 x 8 Oak Pool Table. 1/4” slate includes new balls, cues and felt. Transportation can be arranged via Ferry. $1,200 Call Kim Cey at (250) 624-2950 or email kimcey9@hotmail.com Marley redemption headphones. Hardly used original price $200. Comes in original box and carrying case, great sound, great buy! $95 Call Regina Williams at (250) 626-5676 or email scoutts@mhtv.ca Google Nexus 7 Tablet. A 2012 Wi-Fi. 8GB storage. Runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow). Unlocked. Rooted with TWRP Recovery. In very good condition. $90 Call Sam at (250) 637-5653 or email purplesolution@gmail.com Shoes. Size 38UK or 7US, women’s. Brand new. $100 Contact Carmen by email carm2276@hotmail.com New Wall Mount Mirror. Surround Light dual-sided light, swivel wall mount, 1X & 10X magnification, dual arm extends 14” wide & closes to 9”, 100 watt fluorescent bulb included, dimmable switch in base, polarized wall plug. $50 Call Stephany at (250) 559-8917 or email egypt319@gmail.com Sirius Radio Vehicle Kit. Sirius Radio Vehicle Kit $50 Email howle@qcislands.net

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New Sony Vaio 15” laptop. 8Gb RAM, 1 Tb Hard drive, Dual intel 5 1.8 GHz, CX HDD Graphics, backlit French Canadian Keyboard, Windows 8.

This laptop is a warranty replacement. The laptop itself is new; the power cord is from the returned model. Comes with paperwork/ documentation. $500 Call Sanne at (250) 626-6099 or email sanne.koenig12@gmail.com Sony Bravia 52 inch Flatscreen TV. $700 Email howle@qcislands.net 10,000 BTU Heater For Sale. Portable, radiant style, kerosene fuel. Still in the box -never used. Bought at North Coast Supply store. $295 Call Leonne Lavoie at (250) 626-3682 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Men’s Caravelle Watch. Gold Color. Great xmas present! $150 value. Sell for $100 Email howle@qcislands.net Ladies Caravelle Watch. Silver and Rhinestones. Great xmas gift $150 value, sell for $100 Email howle@qcislands.net IPad 2. Second generation 32gb. In good condition. Comes with a charger. $250 Call Liam at (250) 922-4323 or email Lromaas@hotmail.com Brother MFC-490 CW Colour printer & fax. Includes tons of ink cartridges. Works well. (We could not seem to get the scanner to work, but you might!) $475 new, selling for $200 Call Kay Watson at (250) 5594114 or email ngystle@haidagwaii.net Attention cat owners. Cat stuff’ for sale. 22 cans salmon dinner, 4 packets of cat treats, 3 boxes of cat litter, 2 litter boxes (used, 1 not shown) $50 Call Alvin at (250) 559-8797 or email acober@qcislands.net Stabloc Breaker Box For Sale. Full of breakers. 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 HP 920XL Ink for Sale. My printer died leaving me with extra ink. Brand new in box - 2 complete sets (XL black, Yellow, Blue, Pink), 1 Yellow, 1 Blue, new not in box 1 XL Black, 1 Yellow $100 Email lisap@haidagwaii.net Clothes. Knitted green sweater Men’s Large, Down vest ladies – XL, Grey jacket Ladies – Large. Call Mary at (250) 626-3533 or email mary.disney@ gmail.com Large Bird Cage For Sale. Brand new condition, very roomy. Suitable for all large birds such as Parrots, African Greys, Macaws etc. Height 59”, width 45”, depth 28”. Many openings and 4 feeding/water bowls. Easy to clean.

On swivel casters for easy movement. Slide out racks and trays. Swing out doors for easy access. Can deliver anywhere on Haida Gwaii. Price Reduced: $650 Call Al or Sian at (250) 637-5754 or email algrosve@telus.net Baffin Winter Work Boots. Men’s Size 8 steel toe & plate, insulated inner boot, up to -50 degrees **Like New** Only worn for 2 weeks of work. $220 new, selling for $150 Call Sarah at (250) 626-7836 or email sarahraggedyanne@gmail.com Pine Wood Bunk Beds. Single size. Can be used separately or stacked. Come with side rails and hardware. No mattresses. Call after 4 pm weekdays or on weekends or e-mail. $135 Call J. Ames at (250) 559-8865 or email jo_ames@yahoo.ca Great Xmas Gifts! Jewelry For Sale. **1. Quetzal bird, handmade silver earrings: $30 **2. One of a kind, cast, solid silver pendant with lapis lazuli gem, made by Manzanita Snow: $150 **3. Handmade filigree pendant, pure silver, made by Manzanita Snow: $150 **4. Hand knotted (hangs beautifully) rose quartz beaded necklace: $50 **5. Morgan Bristol knuckle duster ring, silver and brass: $100 **6. Phillip Janze silver ring with hummingbird carving: $100 **7. Silver, heavy duty amethyst ring, for a man or woman: $60 **8. Antique glass and rhinestone necklace: $90** 9. Morgan Bristol silver brooch, one of a kind: $100. Call Manzanita Snow at (250) 557-8579 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Work out DVDs. Gsp work out DVDs $50 Call Lorne at (250) 626-7752 or email Missybell1973@gmail.com

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Crystal Cabin • Handmade Glass Decorations 1 • Crystals & Gemstones 2 778A Richardson Ranch Rd, Tlell 250-557-4383 Hours 12-5, Seven days/week

Made With Love Craft Supplies / Be Crafty! Stop-In! • Craft Kits 3

Longhouse Gift Shop • Haida Gwaii Hoodies & Sweats 5

• Decorations (Bells, Ribbons and more!) 4

• Haida Gwaii Jewellery 6

1971 Trumpeter Dr., Masset 250-626-3220 Open Mon to Sat 1-5 pm Please call

107 Front Street, Skidegate 250-559-8013 Hours 11-5: 30ish

North Coast Supply Co. Ltd.

Sarah’s Haida

Charlisle Clothiers Ltd.

• Hidden Jewel Candles & Soaps 31 • West Coast Design Polished Aluminum & Steel Wall Art 32 104 Causeway, QC 250-559-8444 Mon 2 - 5:30, Tues-Sat 10 - 5:30 Xmas Open House - Dec. 13th 1-5

QC Liquidation • Video Games (XBOX 1 & 360, PS3, etc) 29 • Music Headphones 30 622 Oceanview Drive • 250-559-4749 Hours Mon – Sat 10-5:30

Funk It! Furniture

Gallery & Oddities • Organic Bedding 27 • Bamboo Towels 28 3208 Wharf St., QC 250-559-4573 Tues – Sat 10-5

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Art & Jewellery

• Cell Phones 26

• Haida Design Winter Jackets 23 • Men & Ladies Haida Design Dress Shirts 24

1498 Main St., Masset 250-626-5559 Hours Mon-Sat 8:30-6 and Sundays 11-4

387 Eagle Ave., Old Massett 250-626-5560 Monday – Saturday 11-5 Sunday 1-5

• Tools

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Delmas Co-op

• Gift Baskets 7 • Star Wars

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Main Street, Masset 250-626-3933 Winter Hrs: 9-6 seven days/week

Nanaay’s LNT Bakery

• Dinner Buns 9 • Bread (7 grain whole wheat, white) 10 472 Skidegate Heights 250-559-4519 or Mobile 250-637-1407

Sitka Studio • Great Reads by Canadian Authors 11 • Beautiful Blankets 12 845 Richardson Rd., Tlell 250-557-4241 Hours Tues-Sat 10-5 Sundays 12-4

Bayview Market • Christmas Baked Goods (mmm shortbread) 13 • Stocking Stuffers a’ Plenty! 14 92 Bayview Drive, Port Clements 250-557-4331 • Hours Mon – Sat 10-6

Crow’s Nest

Country Cafe & Store

• Knitted Mittens 15 • Cozy Leg Warmers 16 35770 Hwy. 16, Tlell / 250-557-4593 Hours 10-7 • 7 days per week

Islandwise Essentials

Bridgeview Marine • Downrigger

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• Fishfinder 22 537 Beach Rd., Sandspit / 250-637-5432 / Hours Mon – Fri 8:30-5

• Sage & Cedar Beer Soap 17 • SodaStream 19 • Bradley Smoker 20 706 Oceanview Dr., QC 250-559-4417 Hours: Monday – Saturday 9-5

• Bordeaux Blush Lip Tint 18 Available at Green Gaia, Masset, Crow’s Nest, Tlell, Isabel Creek, QC & Sandspit Visitor Centre 250-626-3768

Haida Gwaii Shop Local illustration

by Kara Sievewright

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Floor Tiles. Four 333 x 333 mm new floor tiles $10 Call Debra Uliana at (250) 637-1785 or email ulianadebra@gmail.com Staples Bubble Cushion Mailers # 4. A pack of 12, self-sealing, inner size 9-1/2 x 13-1/2. $6 Call Sam at (250) 637-5653 or email purplesolution@gmail.com BE WARM. Toyo laser heater and fuel tank for sale $1,500 Call Leslie at (250) 557-434 or email rfeeds@qcislands.net MediaSonic ProBox - Hard Drive Storage. This is a BRAND NEW unit! Support up to 4 - 3.5” SATA I/II/III hard disk drives up to 4TB per drive. Transfer rate up to 480Mbps via USB 2.0, 3.0Gbps via eSATA Power off in synchronization with PC Switch USB 2.0 or eSATA interface by pressing one button. Smart Fan function with built-in Thermal-Sensor, auto & manual modes and 3 speed levels. $150 Call Rolf at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail. com Paintable wallpaper. Debbie Travis paintable textured wallpaper, 1 roll “swirled cubes”, and 6 rolls “thin stripe.” Rolls are .52m x 10m. Call Shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com Wharfedale Diamond 10.7 Speakers. About 3 years old and in good shape. I replaced the spike feet with rubber feet which are close to the same height. Will include the spikes and they are easy to swap. Nice sounding speakers. I would not try to use them with less than 80 watts. If you google them you will find lots of information. With tax and shipping they would be over $1000 new on Haida Gwaii. Selling for $575 Call Dave Crossley at (250) 559-8208 or email dcrossley@haidagwaii.net Drums & Bass Guitar. One 9 piece set of Westbury percussion drums. Ready to rock, awesome starter kit. Comes complete with extra set of skins and plastic cowbell. $650 One Fender Squire electric bass with hard case. In good condition. $250. Call Jason at (250) 557-2451 or email boxofox@yahoo.ca Commercial Propane Range. Made by ‘U.S. Range’ 6 burner top putting out plenty of BTU’s. Extra-large oven will fit the biggest turkey you can find. Made with commercial grade stainless steel and heavy duty cast iron. Has a new regulator. $800 Call Jason at (250) 557-2451 or email boxofox@yahoo.ca Used Computer Monitor. $5 Call Debra Uliana at (250) 637-1785 or email ulianadebra@gmail.com Body Trac Rowing machine. Like new, fully assembled and ready to use. Christmas Day delivery available! $200 Call Shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com Diver watch. Paid $775. Sell for $200 obo. Call Lorne at (250) 626-7752 or email Missybell1973@gmail.com

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Pellet stove: Quadra-Fire 1000. Good working order. Includes thermostat, video manual, printed installation guide and chimney. Produces a good steady heat and starts automatically. Pellets are available locally, & parts ordered online if necessary. I can put you in touch with a professional installer if needed. Cash sale or *SWAP FOR WOOD STOVE*. $1,500 Email pkail@runbox.com

In the Yard & Workshop

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

Attention Deer Hunters. If you have shot a deer, and can’t track/find it, I would be happy to assist you with my trained tracking dog- no charge- really want to just keep him working. Remember, don’t destroy the sign/scent at the site of the shot, and clearly mark where the deer was standing. Call Wayne at (250) 557-2434 or email mwnicol@qcislands.net Rubber Cork boots. Size 10, in good condition. Need corks. Some surface scratches and do not leak. Comes with a pair of size 36 nylon padded falling padded pants, worn but decent shape with bagged out suspenders and whistle. $50 Email lvasilinda@gmail.com Brush rake. Near new rake to fit 120 size machine. 60 inch wide. $2,800 Call Dave Ellis at (250) 559-4747 or email drellis@qcislands.net Chainsaw. Older 090 Stihl Chainsaw. Not running. 36” bar and chain. Call Gord at (250) 6375755 or email patngord@qcislands.ca For Sale: Husky Portable Generator. Powered by Yamaha MZ300 motor, 7125 starting watts 5700 running watts. This used generator has been stored inside and is in good running order. $525 Call Ian MacLean or Sue Newman at (250) 626-7477 or email susanwillanewman@gmail.com Jet Packs. 1 L jugs. 1 for oil and 2 for gas, the tanks are in good condition. $75 Call Danny at (250) 626-3336 or email dstewart@massett.ca Chainsaws. Two Husqvarna saws for sale. One is 390xp. with 33inch bar. 70% on 404 chain. Good condition. $450. Other one is 394 with 36inch bar. 80% on 3/8 milling chain. Minimal use since pot & piston were replaced at Rocky’s. Very good condition. $550 Call Jason at (250) 557-2451 or email boxofox@yahoo.ca Screen deck. 3 by 6 Kolman double screen deck mounted in frame New eccentric shaft, bearings and seals. Comes with stand. $5,000 For more info or to view call Dave Ellis at (250) 559-4747 or email drellis@qcislands.net ISO Foredom. Does anyone have a Foredom, Foredom hand pieces or attachments, or a Foredom kit that needs some love and a good home? :) I’m looking for an SR or a TX, (1/6 or 1/3 HP), for wood/ stone/ and or jewelry carving. Thank you! Call Judy McKinley at (250) 626-5192 or email jmcksisterti@gmail.com Router, Table and Stand. Craftsman router table, fence and stand $100 Call Bret Johnston at (250) 626-7250 or email fishmasset@gmail.com Three Sheets of Shelving 2ft x 8ft $30 each. Call Bret Johnston at (250) 626-7250 or email fishmasset@gmail.com Horse bareback pad. Brand new, never used, tags still on. Girth included. $60 Call Shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com GPS. Comes with everything. Using the antenna attachment you get within 9 feet of your site or your tag. Works well in the under-bush or the under-the-tree canopy. $300 Call Danny at (250) 626-3336 or email dstewart@massett.ca

On the Road

Great Christmas Gift Idea!

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

Truck Canopy. 63x81 inches. Outside measurement. Small truck. Nice canopy. Lots of windows. A bit dirty. $150 Call Max at (250) 882-5798 or email Wonderous_duck@hotmail.com

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Full Suspension Mountain Bike. Kona ‘Stinky’, selling as is: Marazocchi 888 RC3 EVO front forks, hydraulic disk brakes, solid frame with oil injection rear shock, new tires and rims. Will need new bracket as current one starting to slip. (Approx. $40 at MEC) $500 (forks alone worth more than that.) Call Luke at (250) 638-2843 or email borserio@unbc.ca Motorhome & Appliances. 1978 GMC 350 V8 with hydromatic transmission in excellent condition – make as offer on the whole motorhome or contact me about purchasing appliances and parts separately. Call G.S. Johnson at (250) 557-4475 or email gsj@qcislands.net Toyota Floor Mats. Full set of black mats new in package. $45 Email Sonia.rice6058@gmail. com Cheap motor bike. (1982) 650 Yamaha shaft drive 45 000 kms. This bike is on the road Great ride, drive as is or improve it over the winter. $600 Call Gavin at (250) 922-5673 or email Gavin_hooton@yahoo.ca Raider Brand - Pickup Cap. Fits 1997 Chevy/GMC Standard Box. Fiberglass. Rear is higher Opening windows with bug screens Both locks still work $250 Call Rolf at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com 2005 Honda 650L. One owner, low kms, street legal, upgraded exhaust and tires, spare set of Enduro tires, riding gear negotiable if wanted. This is a very impressive machine that I bought new and have taken very good care of it. $5000 obo. Call Morten at (250) 641-6678 or email mfeddersen@live.com Standard Honda Civic 2001. (REDUCED) Great Car Ultra cheap on gas.

Parts that have just been replaced include: all around bearings, brakes, rotors, suspension, ball joints. It is a standard and has 200,000k on it. No engine problems! Runs and drives like a dream! Comes with snow tires on rims and another set of low profile rims. $2800 firm. Call Justin at (250) 637-1103 or email Lanthose@gmail.com Four tires and rims. Toyo M/T open country tires 35 x 12.50R20LT load range E. Mounted on 20” Ion Chrome rims. 8 bolt fits Chevy or Dodge $1,000 Call Matt at (250) 559-8811 or email mattme71@hotmail.com All Season Radial Tires - New Set of 4. 235/55 R 17 99H $450 Call Debra Uliana at (250) 637-1785 or email ulianadebra@gmail.com Fixer upper. 1989 Nissan Pathfinder, 2 Door, needs new ignition. Reasonable shape for age.

Good project vehicle, great for clam digging or back road hunting. New front brakes spring 2015. Cash or trade. $250 Call J. Ames at (250) 559-8865 or email jo_ames@yahoo.ca New 9000 Lb. Warn Winch. Brand new XD9000i, still in box, never used. Bought it when I had a good back; can’t even split wood in my old age. Wish that I could use it. $500 Call Greg at (250) 559-8193 or email gmartin@qcislands.net 1995 Suburban 4x4 Diesel. 1995 GMC Suburban 4x4 - 6.5L Turbo Diesel with 3/4 ton suspension, in great condition! New starter, alternator, battery, brake calipers and pads, sway bar links etc. Runs and drives great. Also comes with spare set of aluminum rims and tires w/ 90% tread. $4800 obo Call Matt at (250) 637-1968 or email mattme71@hotmail.com 2011 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport package. 88,000 k. Waxed every year.

All original parts (except the new tires - Toyo Open Country.) Double cab v6 automatic 5 speed. Speedway Blue colour. 17” alloy wheels, 6’ bed with a rubber bed mat, interior mud mats, matching blue neoprene seat covers, built in 115V 400w ac outlet, D-rings and adjustable tie-downs. Tow hitch with a 7 pin connector, built in 6 cd stereo, Sirius radio and auxiliary jack. Rear view camera, c/w an ARE canopy. Includes he original tires that still have tread left on them & extra filters & brake pads. $30,000 Call Justin at (250) 637-1103 or email Lanthose@gmail.com 1990 Chevy Van 20. Only 100k miles on it. Great for camping, back bench seat folds down to bed. Brakes done recently. Must see. Make an offer. $2,900 Call Sidney at (604) 741-7823 or email salishc@gmail.com

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Heavy Duty Tire A/T. 1 Brand New - never used except as a “Spare”. Firestone LT 245/75E16 $100 Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com

WEST END AUTO SALES

On the Road - cont.

Garmin Nuvi 270 GPS. This is a 2007 vintage automotive GPS with installed maps of N. America, Europe and Costa Rica. A fantastic little unit. Downside: no map updates, as they cost a lot.

Like new shape. Guided me flawlessly around 9 European countries in 2008, and later through Costa Rica, after an extra map purchase. If you’re worried about missing out on map updates for all of the new roads that haven’t been built, this isn’t for you. $30 Call Greg at (250) 559-8193 or email gmartin@qcislands.net 2004 red Malibu max (hatchback). Not sure about mileage around 190,000. Was running when I parked it, but making clinking grinding noises, not a mechanic so don’t know what’s wrong with it. Battery is also dead from sitting so long. Also has 3 recalls that GM will fix for free, brake light malfunction, electrical power steering assist, and transmission shift cable fracture. As is. Located at 516 Skidegate Properties. $5,000 Email Carmen at carm2276@hotmail.com

2008 Dodge Ram SXT2500 4dr/4x4/longbox/108,000km/Stk#6128

$20,500

VHF Base Radio. Comes with everything to hookup on truck or car. It has all the channels programmed on it already. $800 Call Danny at (250) 6263336 or email dstewart@massett.ca Jeep Tires. 4 Brand new Cooper A/T all terrain all season tires. Never been mounted and still have the tags on them. Size 225/70R15. Fit Jeep Cherokee and any vehicle with the same wheel pattern. Cost $ 900 new, a great deal at $600 Call Matthew Bolton at (250) 559-8651 or email fungophile@gmail.com Truck Bed Liner and Tailgate Protector. Heavy Corrugated Industrial Plastic fits standard Box, currently in 1996 Chevy/GMC Protect your investment! $200 Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com

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

$15,995

2004 Chevrolet Impala 4 Dr sedan. V6 240kms. Grey leather interior. Car has only been on island for over a month. No rust. Runs excellent. Seats six.

Looking for a 4x4 for the beach. $3000 obo. Excellent tires. Great on gas.

Email Fisherspoon5@gmail.com 16 Ft Cargo Trailer. 16 Ft. V-nose single axle enclosed trailer with roof racks, year-2010, GW 2990lbs. $3,200 obo. Call Steve at (250) 557-4414 or email mountainremoteyukon@hotmail.com

2013 Chevy Spark Auto/13,000km/Stk#6093

$12,995

2009 Chrysler Sebring Auto/58,000km/Stk#5595

$7,495

No Reasonable Offer Refused!

West End Auto Sales

605 Ocean view Drive, Queen Charlotte

250 559 4641

Or Toll Free 1 877 559 4641 Email:

citires@qcislands.net Dealer #9152

TOYOTA RAV 4 All Season Tires. “Open Country” 225/65 R17 2 brand new, 2 used - still in good shape, no rims. $300 Call Rolf at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com 1998 Mazda MPV (2 wheel drive). Workhorse firewood van with roof racks, trailer hitch, rear chairs removed and plywood floor installed. 192,000km .New starter. Water pump. Brakes and brake lines. Radiator. Rear tires and battery. Needs muffler work and I have parts vehicle to fix it. Is my daily driver but am leaving island so must sell! $700 Call Daniel at (778) 260-1150 or email sailingsamsara@gmail.com VW Jetta Wagon TDI. Over 300,000 kms. and in “fine” condition all around. Second owner, fully loaded everything works. First owners really looked after this car and there is a 1/2” thick file here with receipts and a vehicle report. Zero rust, all original, straight and driven softly. Winter tires fair and summers are tired. $6,000 obo. Call Brett at (778) 884-1217 or email brett_mackenzie@owfg.com Classic 1978 Honda CT90. Front tire has slow leak but in great condition other than that. Passed down from father-in-law with no papers. $1,000 Email mitch.pridham@gmail.com 14 inch tires & rims for sale. One full set of Bridgestone insignia sl p195/75/R14 on 4-hole steel rims. Balanced & ready to mount, 70%+ tread. $300. One full set of Winterforce STUDDED tires. p185/70/R14, 85% tread. $300. Call Jason at (250) 557-2451 or email boxofox@yahoo.ca 1996 CHEVY PICKUP 4X4 1500. Has 3/4 ton rear springs Only 144,478 km. Engine always maintained and runs very well, very limited body rust, front-end needs welding, never been on the beach. Interior is clean, aftermarket seat covers, heavy duty floor mats 4 heavy duty tires A/T Firestone LT 265/75E16 Minimal tread wear, 1 Brand New - never used as a “Spare”.

Raider Brand Pickup Cap, industrial plastic truck bed liner and tailgate protector $1,500 Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@ hotmail.com

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On the Water

In part or complete-Power Boats/Sail Boats

Anchor & Stabilizers. Anchor with chain and braided rope for 30 to 40 foot boat. $200. Aluminum stabilizer wings for 40 to 60 foot boat. $100. Call Cliff Bell Brown at (778) 884-7297 or email cliffbellbrown@gmail.com Islander Reels. 2 slightly used Islander LX 3.6 reels, black with 250 yds 20 lb backing. $ 600 each or $ 1,100 for both. Pouches, warranty cards included. Please leave a message. Call Gary at (250) 957-7747 or email shearh2o@telus.net Two Surfboards. 6’2 Wabisabi in like-new condition with a new stomp pad 6’2 X 18 7/9 X 2 ½ is $200 (or $225 with board bag). 6’1 shaped in California with stomp pad and fins lots of ding repair done but it’s water tight 6’1 X 20 1/2 X 2 ½ is $150. Email ravicamire@gmail.com Stohlquist drysuit. Stohlquist drysuit. XL, though I am 6ft, thin, and only found it a little big. Rarely used, like new. Gaskets it good shape. Bought for kayaking and realized I didn’t need it early on. Paid $650 Yours for $350 firm.

Email riparian.banks@gmail.com Abel reel with sage rod package. Abel Super 12W solid reel with solid bronze finish and rosewood handle. This was a $1000 reel. Included is a 12 foot Sage SA 4120 rod, built for salmon fishing - a $600 rod. This is an awesome rod and reel combo. All it needs is your choice of line and you’re ready to catch that big one! $750 Email brian.mulvany@hotmail.com 14 ft. aluminum Lifetimer. Great condition, few scratches. Evinrude engine with low hours due to lack of use, both boat and engine are 1994. Comes with trailer that just had new tires put on, and gas tank. $4,500 Email shelbyharding@live.com 32 ft. Sailboat: parts for sale. Bought a Ferro cement boat and crushed the hull. Selling entire collection of parts including: aluminum mast, sails, rigging, anchors, rope, radar, winches, diesel stove, fittings and Volvo MD2002 marine diesel including controls and Campbell Sailor prop. $3,000 Email sailingsamsara@gmail.com Heavy Duty Outboard motor bracket. Garelick OB Mtr Brkt Offshore 7.5-30 hp Rated for 169lbs max. New price is $388 from Steveston Marine. I will deliver to Haida Gwaii. $200 Call Channing at (778) 884-3483 or email esss@qcislands.net Honda 9.9 Motor. Electric start, 10A charging, low hours, extra-long shaft, comes w/ fuel tank.

Located in PR but transportation via BCF can be arranged. $1,500 Call Kim Cey at (250) 6242950 or email kimcey9@hotmail.com Men’s L wetsuit brand new. O’Neill Epic 5/4, tags on. Ordered it online and it was too big for me. Selling for the price I bought it for including shipping. $270 Call Sarah at (250) 637-1268 or email sarahbwoods@gmail.com

Excel rash guard. Never worn! Size 6, xs, uv protection, upf 50+. $19 Call Regina Williams at (250) 636-5676 or email scoutts@mhtv.ca Custom trailer for hauling large boats. 30 Ft steel trailer made on island in the 70s for launching a 42 ft. fiberglass boat. Was converted to an 8 ton sailboat trailer and now needs a new owner to convert it to something else. Dual airplane landing tires with inner tubes. Needs welding on wheel axle and hemlock timber replaced. $2,000 Call Daniel at (778) 260-1150 or email sailingsamsara@gmail.com 26 aluminum boat. Two gas motors, not running, no trailer included. $15,000 Email Clint@ infinitywest.ca Scuba gear for sale. Dacor-AER900 Regulator, cold water. C/W octopus, 2lp hoses, gauge console. Sherwood regulator 1st stage plus lp hose. Sherwood BC, size M. 80 cuft &50 cuft Alum tanks-need hydro. Wet suit, never used 1/4 inch size 130-145lbs 2pc. Weights 2-6lbs 1pr ankle weights. Assorted hoods, boots gloves, fins, hoses and accessories. Call or text Ralph Lamorie at (250) 626-8919 or email rw.lamorie@gmail.com

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Room Rental Wanted. Hello, I am looking for a room to rent 2-3 nights/week (Tues, Wed and Thurs nights) in Queen Charlotte, from April 26th to June30th. I will be living in Masset and commuting to work in Queen Charlotte during this time, and would rather rent a room than commute 3 days a week. I wouldn’t be bringing much with me and wouldn’t be leaving anything during the days I’m not there. I would like to find a place where I could cook some meals in the evening and sleep in a private room. Please contact me with a price and any questions. Thanks, Email mallorytonner@gmail.com

Wanted

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

Doors and Windows Wanted. Looking for exterior and/or interior doors and vinyl clad windows. Decent condition only please. Call Joel Horst (250) 557-4579 Deep Freeze Wanted Wanting to buy a used, deep freeze in good condition. Please call 250-557-4569 Looking to buy 1980’s GI Joe action figures and vehicles. I do collect other action figures from the 80’s but GI Joe is the primary focus. Please give me a call if you have any you would like to sell. Thank you and have a great day! Call Berek at (250) 857-2867 or email berekc@hotmail. com Davies pottery (bottle & jug stamp). You know, the classic essential Haida Gwaii pottery. Often has a fish or plant design. Sometimes birds or words or plain. Hoping for any you might be willing to part with in exchange for $ or trades (firewood, yardwork etc.). Usually stamped with a bottle and jug. Phone calls or texts are best. Thanks! Call Max at (250) 882-5798 or email Wonderous_duck@hotmail.com Antlers wanted. Looking to antlers to buy or barter! Call Robin St. Amour at (778) 714-7756 or email robinst.amour1956@gmail.com Casio Type Keyboard Wanted. Small keyboard in working condition. Call Colin at (250) 626-7631 or email colindoane@gmail.com Wanted Used Doors and Windows Looking for exterior or interior doors and/or vinyl clad windows. Decent condition please. Call Joel at 250557-4579 Oceanfront Property. Looking to buy oceanfront property in Queen Charlotte or Port Clements. Email sminni@telus.net Rental or house-sit wanted. Couple looking for a long term house-sit or a rental in QC/Skidegate for the winter. We are quiet and responsible, and both work full time. We don't have pets and don't smoke. We're building our house and need somewhere else to live in the meantime. Call Viv and Ryan at (250) 888-1332 or email vivianpattison@gmail.com Propane bbq burner needed. Similar to one shown. Will pay if in good shape Call Toni at (250) 626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins.com ISO FLOORING. Renovating & looking for flooring for up to 1,500 sq. ft. I am looking for a super deal! Neutrals are the best but am open to variety; vinyl, laminate, tiles etc. Call Elsie Burton at (250) 637-1414 or email haidahuntress@hotmail.com ISO LARGE VINYL WINDOW. ISO of a large vinyl window, preferably with some opening option. Call Elsie at (250) 637-1414 or email haidahuntress@hotmail.com Wanted: Plasma Cutter Email vividant1@hotmail.com Wanted Looking for empty glass jars. Pints, quarts or anything larger. Please call Matthew at 250-557-4696 Long/Short Term Rental Desired. As has happened to many I arrived in Haida Gwaii for a visit and now want to stay. I am a mature professional single smoke-and-pet-free woman looking for a place to hang my hat for a while. If you have anything you may deem suitable in the Tlell to Masset areas of the Island please contact me. Thank you. Call Glenda Saruga at (867) 335-6055 or email chezcalf@hotmail.com Anyone need a house/pet sitter? Hey! I came here a couple weeks ago on vacation and now I’m hoping to stay a while. Just wondering if anyone has need for a sitter of sorts, while I try to get myself situated. Yours in cleanliness and responsibility, Alana. (647) 515-8903 or email alanaawwortsman@gmail.com Wanted: Property on Moresby Island. With or without a home. Call Martin at (780) 777-1121 or email ma-trucking@hotmail.com Rental Wanted - Mid-December to June. Looking for a home in Queen Charlotte! Moving to Haida Gwaii mid-December, working at the L&L School until the end of June (possibly longer). My partner will be joining me in April so we are looking for a place that will house a couple.

Clean, responsible, baking and crafting outdoor enthusiasts. We come with a little bike with a sidecar too (i.e. somewhere with sheltered storage would be a huge bonus for us). Semi-furnished small house or room in a house would be ideal. If you have a place for us (or know of a place) please contact us by email wtsai1210@gmail.com Armoire Wanted. Looking for a used armoire or wardrobe for clothing. Call Lynda Dixon at (250) 637-1609 or email l.brassica1960@gmail.com Wanted: Blacksmithing Anvil. I am looking for an anvil in decent shape. I would prefer one 150 pounds or larger. Please give me a call if you have one for sale. Call Peter at (250) 626-7875 or email pm@mhtv.ca Wanted used rear bike wheel. Hi, I am repairing a bicycle for a friend and I need to replace the 26”, 7-speed rear wheel. Thanks. Call Ron Gates at (250) 626-9066 or email rongates@mhtv.ca Looking for kayak gear! Just a paddle and a skirt to fit a single kayak. Anyone selling one or know of anywhere that sells kayak gear, please let me know. Thanks Call Rachel at (250) 559-8744 or email rach_rumak@hotmail.com Long-term Rental. Hi. I am a mature professional looking for a long-term rental in QC, Skidegate, or Tlell. A small house or large apartment would be great. I am a non-smoker and have no pets. I can be reached at (250) 637-1272. Thanks. Email kimberlyn382@yahoo.ca Panniers Wanted. Looking for panniers and mount for a road bike. Call anytime. Call Matt at (250) 559-8651 or email fungophile@gmail.com Looking for kayak gear! Just a paddle and a skirt to fit a single kayak. Anyone selling one or know of anywhere that sells kayak gear, please let me know. Thanks Call Rachel at (250) 559-8744 or email rach_rumak@hotmail.com

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Freebies

Anything that just needs a new home!

FREE Chicken/rabbit house. Very solid small house will house 3-4 chickens or rabbits comfortably, Large window on one side, nesting box on other, pull out tray for droppings underneath.

Needs new roof. Free! Call Shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com FREE Stove. Everything works, free to the first person that picks it up Call Bret at (250) 6267250 or email fishmasset@gmail.com FREE Wine bottles. Free wine bottles for bottling your own wine. Mostly 2 Litre. Call Shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com FREE Bicycle. Needs work Call Toni at (250) 626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins.com

Real Estate & Rentals

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

14 Acres For Sale-Just North of Port Clements 14 Acres located 10 minutes north of Port Clements on the inlet side of the highway. Year round stream. Road into property with a bridge over the creek. Low taxes. Motivated sellers. Price $75,000 Call 250-557-4445 or email adecock@qcislands. net Inlet View Heritage Home 205 Bay Street, Queen Charlotte. 2 BR, 1 Bath (with 1918 cast iron bathtub). 2.5 storey home built in 1909. Bright, open concept on ground level. Unsurpassed views throughout home. Close to all amenities in beautiful downtown QC. 50’ x 100’ city lot on very good well water. $200,000 Call George at 250-626-7443 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Best Value Beachcabins Secluded oceanfront/rainforest off-grid cabins, furnished and equipped kitchens, private parking. Visit our website at www. beachcabins.com Price $90-120 per night Call 250-626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins.com New Price 16320 Tow Hill Road, Masset MLS#N229942 102 rural acres located east of Masset on Tow Hill Rd. It is a nice, level acreage with a slight rise in elevation on the SE corner from where you can have ocean views over the sand dunes of North Beach & the waters of Hecate Strait.

This is the only remaining privately owned substantial acreage in the area.

There is a modest older cabin on the property & there is good road access & electrical service. Price $245,000 Call 1-888-286-1932 or email edhandja@ bcoceanfront.com Lots for sale in Masset Two stunning Sanctuary View properties to choose from, with gorgeous summer sunsets. Priced to sell. Price $15,000 each Call (250) 668-2578 or email daryl@acdcmechanicalconsulting.ca Home for Sale in QC Cozy, affordable 900 sq. ft. 3 bedroom home. Corner ocean view lot. Vegetable garden, shop, new deck and new roof. Appliances included. Asking $110,000. Contact Jamie and Jay at 250-559-8766 or email jayandjamie50@gmail.com For Rent: Whole House A Frame Suitable for Family! 2 story, half covered “A” frame half log with split level, open concept. Covered carport, storage shed, 3 brand new decks put in last April. Three bedroom, 2 bathrooms, washer/dryer room. Walk in pantry dry goods canning room.

Covered woodshed connected to the back door. Fresh water creek running along the north edge ,of the property. Cedar roof. $1200/month Call 604753-5092 or email davidhuntercreative@gmail.com Home for Sale! 1620 Spruce Cr. Masset, BC MLS#: R2016576 Great starter home for a young family. Quiet cul-de-sac close to elementary school.

Large private fenced backyard. Clean and move-in ready. Peek-a-boo ocean view from top floor, Call Brian to view Price $88,900 Call 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca

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NEW PRICE! 35550A Hwy 16, Tlell MLS# N230190 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 & 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 & chicken coop. Drilled well. Septic. Price $220,000 Call 1-888-286-1932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com 705 5th QCC - Oceanfront 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home on 2 large waterfront lots. Central Queen Charlotte with a private yard. 2 car garage and separate boatshed. Full interior reno in 2009. Well insulated with double paned windows, heated by woodstove, Toyo laser heater (very efficient) or electric baseboards. Launch your own small boat at high tide and fish for pinks and coho from the lawn! This property also gets full sun exposure with sunsets over Sleeping Beauty Mountain. Too much too list, a must see! Price $285,000 Call 250-637-1365 or email slynnvank@gmail.com 2293 Harrison, Masset BC New improvement: 5 & 6 foot cedar good neighbor fence with pwf posts and concrete footings going in now! Fully serviced, level building lot in Masset. Ocean view of Masset Harbour is always changing. West facing and fairly protected from most big winds, this lot gets lots of sun and is protected from the cool northerly winds. 65â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 120â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Tons of potential! Price $47,500 Call 250-637-1365 or email slynnvank@gmail.com 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 Reduced Price! Partially Furnished HALF - DUPLEX For Sale - including appliances. Quiet neighborhood in park-like setting. Fenced and landscaped front and back yards with decorative arbor. Berry bushes, fruit trees, terraced flower beds, garden area, waterfall, separate workshop, and more. Custom improvements inside house, including hickory kitchen cabinets. New living room addition with skylights, beautiful wood stove and hardwood floors. Not interested in renting. Serious inquiries and reasonable offers only. NEW PRICE....$106,000. For details contact Jim or Anne Scott at...250-838-0600 email anjimscott@gmail.com Price $106,000 Call 250838-0600 or email anjimscott@gmail.com Yakoun River Inn 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. MLS# N4507475 Price $375,000 Call 1-888-286-1932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com Ocean Front Acreage for Sale. 10987 Tow Hill Rd Great well kept oceanfront building site. Driveway, electricity, and 286 ft well that delivers good water. Very private with big spruce trees, large mowed lawn, walk onto beach from front yard. Priced to sell, a rare find on a paved road 15 minutes from Masset. MLS# N246579 Price $229,000 Call 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Three Bedroom House For Sale Three bedroom, one and a half bathroom, 1440 sq. foot home, with a private back yard. Price $159,000 Call 250-5594217 or email cmcguffie@hotmail.com

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18 Acres-REDUCED PRICE! 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. Subdividable 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 $29,900.00. OBO Owner is open to serious inquires - email: rollie@mhtv.ca or phone 709 243 2488 or cell phone at 709 458 8811. Price $29,900 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 Counter tops, 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@mhtv.ca or phone 709 243 2488 or cell phone at 709 458 8811. Price $139,900 455 Beach Road, Sandspit MLS# C8000624 Established full-service lodging accommodation business in Sandspit. 1.7 acres semi-oceanfront, near airport and harbour, overlooking Shingle Bay. 12,000sqft structure, with 16 two-room suites as well as manager’s accommodation and catering kitchen.

Well suited to many business applications : motel, adventure lodge, B&B, or more! Price $749,000 Call 2502863293 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront. com Masset: Well-Kept Family Home with a View 3BR/2bath; lg. kitchen; dining/sunroom; sheltered deck; lg. part. Finished basement; workshop; garage, paved driveway. Fenced yard with beautiful trees, cherries, berries and room to play + garden in sunny backyard.

View of the Delkatla Sanctuary. 20 minute walk across the sanctuary to the beach. New, energy-efficient furnace, washer, dryer, hot water heater; newer steel roof. Spacious living room with bay window, local wood flooring, fireplace w/custom river rock hearth.

Can sell furnished. Price $193,000 Call 250.559.4252 or email andrea@ haidagwaii.net SOLD!!! River and Ocean Frontage on Tlell River Beautifully forested, level, 7 acre building lot on Beitush Road, Tlell, with private access to the ocean. Catch salmon and trout in the river at the end of your driveway. The property already has a 12x16 insulated cedar cabin with 16x24 covered carport, hydro and telephone that allows you to live on site while you build.

A 20ft wide panhandle provides access to the endless sand beach. Call 705286-0216 or email isabel_rob@hotmail.com Queen Charlotte View Property Cleared property. Spectacular view of Bearskin Bay. Access from 3rd Ave down to Oceanview Drive. Approx 2/5 of an acre. Within walking distance of downtown core. Partial services to property line. Private and quiet. Price $ Call 2505597716 or email cai@ islandnet.com Oceanview Home for Sale! 3502 3RD AVE Queen Charlotte This is a 3000+ sq foot well built home on appr. 1 acre of land. Wrap around glass railed deck to enjoy the spectacular ocean views! Lots of paved parking, also two bay 1500 sq ft garage with a 1500 sq ft insulated upstairs and cold room.

Sky light in foyer. Too many features to list! A must see! MLS R2012769 Price $295,000 Call 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca

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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. Price $135,000 Call 1-778828-9165 or email oneeyein@gmail.com Ocean Front Acreage For Sale 35140 Hwy 16 Tlell MLS N248110 17 acre oceanfront property in sunny Tlell boasts the best combo of beach living and sheltered privacy! 1750 sq’ w/18’ ceiling shop attached to a 3 bdrm,3 bath house. Efficient wood-fired boiler heats the floor for rich radiant heat &amp; hot water for all household needs. Great drainage on property!

Guest cabin located on private ponds. Utility building w/400 amp service.

Deep artesian well provides great tasting reliable water. Call Brian toll free 866-303-5286 or cell 604-557-3597. Price $399,000 Call 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca **SOLD!** Quality Custom-Built Home Spacious, bright, easy-to-maintain, quality home for single or couple. Architect-designed, solid construction, built with quality craftsmanship. Local wood trims, custom yellow cedar kitchen and dining nook, cedar deck. One bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, electric heat, HRV, six appliances. In a quiet neighborhood within walking distance of downtown. Half-acre of land, some flat yard for garden or lawn, terraced down to a gulley with trees full of birds. Views overlooking the ocean and the forest. Price $SOLD! Call 250-559-4254 or email ljohnson@ spruceroots.org House and Shop For Sale Buy a profitable convenience store business with a separate house for your own accommodation or rent it out. Live in the 4 bedroom house and operate your business adjacent to the house. House has 1.5 baths, W/D and F/S. Shop includes deep freezes, commercial fridges, shelves and DVD rental service. Both shop and house sit on a land size of 6,000 square feet. Call for more details about this investment. Price $270,000 Call 250-559-8298 or email samshirl@qcislands.net Own a Piece of Paradise on Haida Gwaii! View our premium freehold acreages available within Naikoon Provincial Park! Spectacular oceanfront and Sangan Riverfront lots in Phase II of our Naikoon &amp; Dixon Estates, remote quarter sections and rare Mayer Lake frontage. Wake up to the sound of waves crashing against the backdrop of the majestic Pacific Ocean, explore the natural delights of North Beach, wrestle your trophy catch into your boat or test your rod and reel on the nearby rivers. See more at www. niho.com. Price $134,250 (Starting at) Call 604-606-7900 or email sales@ niho.com Offices For Rent There are two offices for rent in the Haida Heritage Centre at Kay’Llnagaay. For enquiries, please contact the Gwaalagaa Naay office.

Call 250-559-0014 or email gncorp1@gmail.com Business For Sale MISTY ISLANDS U-BREW, a complete Ferment-on-Premise Business, operating successfully for 17 years. The store is open 16 hours/week. As owner/operator, hours can be 20-25 hrs/week.

It is a fun, lucrative business (and your cellar is never empty). Will train.

Can be operated from the present location or moved. Price: $35,000, Plus assessed value of Inventory on day of sale ($10-15,000). Webpage Link: lovehaidagwaii.com - Shops & Services - Food & Beverage - Queen Charlotte - MISTY ISLANDS U-BREW Call 250-559-8609 or email mistybru@ qcislands.net River Front Property for Sale!! LOT 8 W TOW HILL RD MLS# N248215 The best building acreage on Tow Hill Rd. Good solid driveway into Riverfront property, also solid beautiful building site. Old-growth forest still intact. Park-like setting and only feet from some of the best Co-ho fishing in the world! Approximately 1000 feet to the ocean, but without the wind and still lots of sun. 1.93 Acres. A must-see! Price $279,000 Call 250-6265286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca

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Rural West Coast Style Home on 5 Acres - Nadu Road 3 bed, 2 bath, 1375 sq.ft. House with additional 565 sq.ft. Enclosed Japanese style timber frame, plus a detached 990 sq.ft. Shop on 5 acres. Heat pump, private treed acreage with a garden, fenced yard and deck. Open concept living with Hardwood floors throughout, vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. Water is on well system with a 2yr old inline pump. Washer/dryer/dishwasher/stove/fridges included. Priced at $190,000; reasonable offers considered. Call 250.922.4437 or email ismaysam@gmail.com 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 House for Sale! 2038 Pintail Cr Masset MLS# N238544 Clean well kept home in a quiet Crescent with peek a boo view of sanctuary. 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 fibreglass shingles on house & garage 2010. 5 windows upstairs replaced 2010. Recently replaced hot water tank & sliding glass doors to back yard. Price $209,000 Call 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca

Employment & Training

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

Seasonal Business. Sandspit Taxi and Charters is a seasonal business from May to October, or you could run the taxi all year long. We also do charters and tours for other boat tour companies.

There are 7 boat tour companies, plus we also do charters for other companies. This is a great business for someone who wants to work part of the year. We are willing to show you the ropes and give you all the help you need to get going. Price $10,000 includes 2 Passenger Transportation plates and 1 general license. If interested, please call Dan MacNeil at (250) 637-1546 or email doghousedanmac@gmail.com Early Childhood Educator Assistant. For Little Doves Daycare – Casual / Variable Rate of Pay: As per BCGEU Collective Agreement $14.50$16.89 Hours: Monday – Friday as needed, to assist the current ECE Senior Manager. For complete job description or more information please contact: aa.hgspeace@mhtv.ca To be considered, please submit cover letter, resume and 2 current job references to: Haida Gwaii Society for Community Peace; P.O. Box 811, Masset, B.C. V0T 1M0 FAX: 250-626-4662 hand deliver: 2132 Collison Avenue, (across from the Library) Call Brenda Byberg at (250) 626-4664 or email aa.hgspeace@mhtv.ca Part-time Cashier/Gas Attendant. Taaw Naay Gas Station is looking for people to hire on a part-time or on-call basis for the position of gas station attendant/cashier. You must be willing to work days/evenings during the week or weekends and be willing to report to work with short notice. If you are interested please contact the manager of Taaw Naay at 250-559-4455 or drop your resume at the Taaw Naay Gas Station in Skidegate. Call Waneeta Richardson at (250) 559-0014 or email gncopman@gmail.com Full Time Cook Position Available. Beach side pub with a fun atmosphere is looking for full time cook to join our team. Food Safe and references are required. Accommodation is available if needed. Please email your resume to Ann Decock at adecock@qcislands.ca or call 250-5574445. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Employment Opportunity. We are seeking a full time Branch Manager for our Queen Charlotte branch. The primary purpose of this position is to manage the overall operation of a retail branch that includes financial planning and commercial department. For a detailed description of the skills and experience required please see the “Current Job Postings” in the Careers section (tab at top) of the Northern Savings website at www.northsave.com.

Travel is a requirement of this position. Contact: Santa Slubowski at (250) 627-3658 or email info@northsave.com

Community Service Listings Not For Profit Groups/Organizations/Societies

Historical Stories Wanted! Do you have a historical story to share? History about Haida Gwaii is especially awesome. HG Trader wants to hear from you. 350 words max. Up to three pictures.

Email us at info@haidagwaiitrader.com or mail to PO Box 222, Port Clements, V0T 1R0 Call Shellene Van der Beke at (250) 557-2088 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Haida Gwaii Museum Memberships. The Haida Gwaii Museum plays an important role in making arts and heritage more accessible and raising awareness 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. Community support is critical in helping maintain the quality programming for which our museum is nationally recognized. By supporting the museum you can help build our collections, encourage and present Haida and All-Island artists, and offer made-in-Haida Gwaii public programming. Membership allows unlimited access to the museum 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, Students -$10, Family Annual Membership - $40, Lifetime Membership - $250. Haida members are exempt from membership. Please call the museum gift shop at (250) 559 4643 or by email at haidagwaiimuseum@skidegate.ca Queen Charlotte Community Hall Rentals. 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 250-559-4792. or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Great Gift Idea! Visit Funk It! in QCC, Ladybird Boutique in Masset, and Crow’s Nest in Tlell to get your EOTW merchandise should you or a friend have missed it this year! Hoodies, adults and kids, t-shirts, and tank tops all with the amazing logo designed by Rose Williams! We’d like to welcome our new board for the 2016 festival! We have some new faces and good QCC representation! Looking forward to a great festival in 2016! Call Janet Rigg at (250) 557-4242 or email sewnart@haidagwaii.net HG Rec Weight Rooms. In order to utilize the Port Clements or Queen Charlotte weight rooms you must first take an orientation through HG Rec. Our orientations normally run once a month at QCSS and by demand in Port Clements, and are free of charge. Port Clements weight room: 35 Cedar Ave. West-southwest, ground level side of the Fire Hall. Hours: 5am-11pm, 7 days per week. Next orientation TBA. Queen Charlotte weight room: West side of QC Secondary School, 107 3rd Ave. Hours: Weekdays from 6-8am and 5-10pm and weekends & stat holidays 6am-10pm. Next orientation TBA. Sandspit weight room: 406 Copper Bay (ALM school). Hours of operation are: Mon/Tues: 5 – 8am & 5-11pm. Wed: 5- 8am & 8-11pm.

Thurs: 5– 8am & 5–11pm. Next orientation TBA. Call HG Recreation at (250) 626-5652 or toll free at 1-888-557-4418 or email qcirec@gmail.com Call HG Recreation at (250) 626-5652 or email qcirec@gmail.com

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Port Clements Museum. CLOSED Christmas weekend, Saturday December 26, Sunday December 27. Otherwise OPEN weekends 2 to 4 p.m. $3 admission adults, seniors & teens; free for members & children 12 & under.

We will open up if you ask. Call or e-mail to arrange a special opening.

Browse the photo albums, admire the gigantic machines, be amazed by how it was. 45 Bayview Drive, Port Clements Haida Gwaii Breastfeeding Mamas Peer Support Group. Support. Connections. Information.

Meeting the first Tuesday of the month at the QC Youth Centre. 6-8pm Dinner provided. All are welcome! A peer support group for breastfeeding mamas and those who would like to learn more about breastfeeding. Also join our Facebook page for discussions, support and weekly topics!

For more info: Please call Tonya Robitaille at (250) 626-9077 or email dooly23@hotmail.com Daycare Spaces and Waitlist Available. Our Licensed Childcare Facility (1588 McDonald Street, Masset) has several full-time childcare spaces available. Shared-space and casual care are also available. Space in a licensed multi-age daycare facility such as Little Doves Daycare is dependent on the age categories of children needing care. We keep an ongoing waitlist, and encourage any family in need of childcare to fill out a Request for Service form and return to ldd.hgspeace@mhtv.ca. Call Donna Douglas, ECE Senior Manager at 626-3265 or 626-3266 or email ldd.hgspeace@mhtv.ca Express Yourself! The HGT magazine has started a “Poetry Corner”. If you or anyone you know writes short poems, prose, limericks, etc. please submit them via email: info@haidagwaiitrader.com or mail to PO Box 222, Port Clements, V0T 1R0. Here are some guidelines: * 200 words max (if you have a piece that is longer and are really keen on publishing it, feel free to send it in for consideration.) * submissions are to be sent either in the body of an email, attached as a Word document or mailed, typed out. * Please include the title for your piece. * Include your full name, the published name you desire (if different from your given name), your phone number, address and email contact if you have one for our files. * If you desire a particular image with your submission, please send this to us as well for consideration. * Of course, not all poems received are guaranteed to be published. Thanks a bunch! Call Shellene Van der Beke at (250) 557-2088 or email info@ haidagwaiitrader.com

Ride & Ship Share

Request a Ride/Offer a Ride/Request a Shipment/Offer a Shipment

Need a ride to ferries from Queen Charlotte. Hello, I am working in Queen Charlotte Monday to Thursday and will be living in Sandspit for the month of February. I was wondering if anyone taking the 6:10pm ferry from Queen Charlotte who would be willing to take me along, or who would just be willing to drive me there? I have a ride on the other side. Thank you! Call Emily at (250) 637-1468 or email emilyxrose7@outlook.com Bicycle transport to Vancouver Island/Vancouver? Anyone driving to Vancouver Island in December or to Vancouver before Dec. 14? I have a bicycle that I’m hoping to get shipped down the coast. I have a bike rack that will fit on the back bumper of any car. Will pay you for it!

Thanks :) Call Ian Cruickshank at (778) 966-1652 or email ian.cruickshank@telus.net Shipping Space Available! We have a 53’ trailer in Nanaimo coming up through Vancouver all the way to Prince Rupert bound for the Queen Charlottes about mid-January. (We also have storage in Nanaimo if you need storage services.) Please contact us if you have any freight you need transported. Alternate phone number: 250-323-1718 Call Joanne Ikert at (250) 559-4141 or email jikert@qcislands.net

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At Your Service

Business Services/Business Products

MARY KAY PRODUCTS. Learn how easy it is to get younger-looking skin. A simple daily program with TimeWise skin care helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Skin looks firmer. And feels softer.

You love choices! With the latest shades, age-fighting skin care and great gift ideas, I can show you beautiful products suited just for you. Try TimeWise and others MK products for free! Call me today to find more ways to look good and feel great! Call Regina at (250) 626-9009 or email haidagwaiimk@ gmail.com Space for Lease. Crow’s Nest is seeking expressions of interest. We are considering offering a space for lease. This space will be approximately 12 X 15 and would have its own entrance. There could also be an adjoining door if wanted. We are keen to talk further with anyone who may be interested. This space would be available Mid-March 2016. Call Jason or Anne at (250) 5574593 or email crowsnest@haidagwaii.ca

MARY KAY. Book a no obligation appointment with me and a free gift is yours just for trying these Top Quality products. 100% Satisfaction Guarantee = No Buying Mistakes! Simple Customizable Skincare and Natural Glamour, Look and Feel Fabulous! I am on Haida Gwaii every 2-3 months. Based out of Charlotte and set up for you to me or me to you.

When I am not on Haida Gwaii I live on Bowen Island and am reachable by text, phone, email and website: www.marykay.ca/dbottay FREE SHIPPING on all mail orders over $50. Call Donna (Durrance) Bottay at (778) 988-3854 or email dbottay@me.com Loving Hands Bodywork. Let yourself find relaxation, healing and restoration in my Loving Hands! Offering mobile massage to your home!

Available every weekday evening 5-9pm & Weekends 9-9 $60/h Your choice of Swedish Relaxation, Deep Tissue or Acupressure Massage, Eldercare Massage, Prenatal Massage, Traditional Thai Yoga Massage, or Reiki. I am unable to accept MSP billing-- I accept cash or I am always happy to barter/trade. I look forward to serving you! (Charlotte, Skidegate, Lawn Hill, Sandspit, Tlell) Call Tonya at (250) 626-9077 or email dooly23@hotmail.com Bark Mulch For Sale! For sale: 1” minus fir bark mulch/ lovely red/ brown color/helps suppress weeds. And it looks awesome! Use it 3” thick on weed free soil around trees, shrubs, perennials and annual plantings.

Keep 1” away from trunks or stems. 1-4 cubic yard order: $75 per yard, 5-9: $71.25, 10-19: $67.50, 20-plus: $63.75. Plus taxes/delivery fee extra.

We will be scheduling a pick up day soon. Call Shellene at (250) 557-2088 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com 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 Gin Kuyaas Haida Art Studio & Gifts. Haida jewelry, new custom apparel coming soon (tees, hoodies, joggers), designer wool, leather and silk accessories, Haida designed chocolate and key chains, organic honey and candles, Haida designed blankets, custom notebooks, etc. Customer Appreciation draws for purchases over $50 starting Dec. 4th for Gift Certificates of $50-$75-$100! Draw Dec. 24th at 8pm! Have a safe holiday season and we thank you for your patronage from Lisa, Jordon and family!

Christmas Hours: Christmas Eve 11-8 pm for your convenience. Closed Dec.25-27 and Jan. 1-4 Winter hours: Jan 5- Mar 31, 2016. Tues - Sat 11-5 pm Call Lisa White at (250) 626-5530 or email lisa_white01@hotmail. com

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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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;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.â&#x20AC;? Email darrenlowe1222@gmail.com First Time Subscribers, Save 30%! Haida Gwaii Trader monthly magazine annual subscriptions are now available! They can now be delivered right to your post box, and if you are a first time subscriber, you will receive a 30% discount off the retail price! ($22 plus GST for the year) Just call (250-557-2088) or email us (info@haidagwaiitrader. com) with your full name, mailing address, email and phone number and we will mail or email you an invoice. Thank you all for your awesome patronage!

Loving Hands ~ Mothering the Mama. Gentle, experienced birth support and postpartum doula care. Prenatal massage, private individualized prenatal education, breastfeeding support, bellycastings & blessingways! Call Tonya at (250) 626-9077 or email dooly23@hotmail.com

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HG Trader Community Calendar Dec 15/15 to Jan 15/16 Do you have an event you want to advertise?

Go to www.haidagwaiitrader.com and post your event free of charge!

Old Massett/Masset

Tlell – Cont.

Tlell Last Minute Christmas Market

Live reading of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

Sat, Dec 19 / 11am-2pm / Tlell Farmers Market Off Hwy. 16, beside the soccer field Join us for the

Thursday, Dec 17 / 7-8 pm / Saint Paul’s Anglican Church / Collison Ave. Entry : food or monetary donation for local food bank. For more

last of the season market where you will find winter veggies, home baked bread, preserves, pickles, cheese and much more! For more info. call Elizabeth Condrotte at 250-557-4323

information contact Louise van der Linden at 250 626 3193 or llinden09@gmail.com

Wednesday Women's Open Skate Wednesday Dec 16 / 57:30pm John Lalonde Roller Rink / Behind the Village Office $2 dropin for skates, safety gear, basic skills training, and skate maintenance. For more information contact Masset Rollergirls at massetrollergirls@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/masset.rollergirls

Skidegate A Very Kay Christmas

Port Clements PC Historical Society Regular Meeting Tue, Jan 12 / 7pm / Port Clements Museum / 45 Bayview Drive Support local history by joining the Port Clements Historical Society. Regular monthly meeting at the museum, all welcome. For more information contact Port Clements Historical Society at 250.557.4576 or pcmuseum@qcislands.ca or www.portclementsmuseum.ca

Volunteer Fire Department Wednesdays 7:30pm-9pm / PC Fire Hall / 35 Cedar Ave West Weekly training meetings. New members are welcome!

Come out and join our firefighting team! For more information contact Craig Beachy at 250-557-4421 or ccbeacy@gmail.com

Regular Council Meeting Monday, Dec 21st 7-9pm/ Council Chambers @ PC Multiplex Everyone is welcome to attend a Regular Council Meeting and see what is happening in our community. For more information contact Kim Mushynsky at 250-557-4295 or cao@portclements.ca or www.portclements.ca

Sat, Dec 19 / noon - 5pm / Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay / #2 Second Beach Come join us for a day of family fun at the Haida Heritage Centre. Pictures with Santa, Christmas crafts, workshops and craft/sweet treat vendors.

For more information contact Sara Pryce at 250559-0014 or gncasst@gmail.com or www.HaidaHeritageCentre.com

A Musing of Manga (in the Museum) Now until Jan 3, 2016/ Haida Gwaii Museum at Kay Llnagaay Come out and enjoy the works of Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas. This exhibition runs until rd January 3 , 2016. Museum is open Tues-Saturday from 10am to 5pm. For more information call 250-5597885 or email haidaheritagecentre@gmail.com

Iraq to Haida Gwaii – a Story of Conflict and Healing by Farah Nosh Now until Jan 9, 2016/ Haida Gwaii Museum at Kay Llnagaay Exhibit in the Haida Gwaii Museum Gallery # 2. For more info contact Nika Collison at nika@skidegate.com

Tlell

Haala K\'aajuu Guu Come Sing All Fri Dec 18, & Fri Jan 15 /10:30am-11:30am Strong Minds Building, across from the Skidegate Health Centre Haala K’aajuu Guu is

Taoist Tai Chi Tuesdays 7-9pm and Thursdays 10:30 am – 12 noon/ Tlell Firehall-Meeting room / 36542 Highway 16 Everyone welcome! Open practice. For more information call 250-559-8458 or haidagwaii@taoist.org or www.@taoist.org Facebook.

a group experience for parents and their babies and young children. The program introduces adults and children to the pleasures and power of using rhymes, songs, and stories together.

Children benefit from enjoyable, healthy early experiences with language and communication. For more information contact Nadine Jones at 250-5594610

Queen Charlotte Read Shakespeare Out Loud Sun, Dec 27 / 5:30pm-11pm / Queen Charlotte Legion / Downtown All welcome to take part in reading The Tempest out loud or just listen. Parts will be assigned randomly at the start of the evening. Holiday social time to follow. Bring your own copy of the play and some food to share. For more information contact Alex Rinfret at 250-557-4788 or turkey@haidagwaii.net

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Queen Charlotte – Cont.

Ukulele Jam Wednesdays / 5:30-7:30pm / Seniors' Room / QC Community Hall All levels welcome. Informal instruction provided; no experience necessary; extra ukuleles available.

Small donation towards photocopying appreciated.

Bring your favorite song and let's uke! Please note:. There will be no jams on Wednesday Dec.23rd or 30th. For more information contact Michelle at 250559-8586 or Mlmscott@yahoo.ca

Annual General Meeting HGAC Sun, Jan 10 / 1:00pm-3:30pm Queen Charlotte Visitor Information Centre / 3220 Wharf Street Come and join our dynamic board of individuals who are keen on arts events in this community. January 10th, 2016 13:00 -15:30 Queen Charlotte Visitor Information Centre Cheese, Chocolate will help us along For more information contact Haida Gwaii Arts Council at info@hgartscouncil.ca or www.hgartscouncil.ca

School District 50: Regular Board Meeting Tue, Dec 15 / 7-9pm / School District No. 50 Administrative Office / 107 3rd Ave For more information contact School District No.50 at 250-559-8471

Taoist Tai Chi Mon 12-1, Wed 7-9pm and Sat 9-11am QC Community Hall/134 Bay St. Taoist Tai Chi™ internal arts are specifically aimed at cultivating health and vitality and were developed by Master Moy Lin-shin, a Taoist monk. Everyone welcome! For more info. call 250-559-8252 or haidagwaii@taoist.org

Sandspit Taoist Tai Chi Mondays and Thursdays/7-8pm/Sandspit Airport / 1 Airport Road Taoist Tai Chi™ internal arts are specifically aimed at cultivating health and vitality and were developed by Master Moy Lin-shin, a Taoist monk. Everyone welcome! For more info. call 250-637-5463 or haidagwaii@taoist.org

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Haida Gwaii Recreation would like to wish all of our program participants, volunteers and staff a very

and a Joyous New Year!

We look forward to providing Haida Gwaii with tons more fun and fabulous leisure and recreation opportunities for 2016!

Box 187, Masset, BC V0T 1M0 Phone: 250-626-5652/1-888-557-4418 Email: qcirec@gmail.com

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HAIDA GWAII LOCAL FOODS PROJECT Graham Island East Coast Farmers’ Institute

Submitted by Ruth Wheadon

Gardening and farming on Haida Gwaii is supported by the Graham Island East Coast Farmers’ Institute (GIECFI). The GIECFI has been serving the island’s farmers since May 23, 1912. Some of the work we do includes: • Advocating for agriculture.

• Supporting the four local farmers markets with an island wide membership to the BC Farmers Market Association.

• Renting and maintaining implements for farmers such as chicken pluckers.

• Providing space and facilitating construction of a central food storage facility funded through a Produce Availability in Remote Communities

Initiative grant, which housed apples and pears for the Haida Gwaii Local Food to School Program this year.

• Coordinating the Tlell Fall Fair.

The GIECFI meets on the third Thursday of every month at the Tlell Fire Hall at 7:30 pm where all are welcome. For more information, call Linda Louis at 250-559-8975 or email sewwhat@qcislands.net In 2014, in recognition of their efforts made to support local food sources on Haida Gwaii, the Graham Island East Coast Farmer’s Institute was awarded the Century Farm Award given out by BC Ministry of Agriculture to honor pioneers whose farm, ranch or agricultural organization have been active in BC for 100 years

Local Food in the winter? You Bet! Tlell Last Minute

Christmas Market

Saturday, December 19th from 11-2 at the Tlell Farmer’s Market (off Hwy. 16, beside the soccer field).

Winter veggies, home baked bread, preserves, pickles, cheese and much more!

For more info call Elizabeth Condrotte at 250-557-4323

The Berry Farm

Island Acres Butcher Shop

The Lavoie Family Farm

(3 miles north of Port Clements, on the left hand side of Hwy. 16, look for the “Frozen Berries” sign) Beautiful, locally grown, frozen blueberries and strawberries, $7 per pound.

For more information call James at 250-557-4579

(3 miles north of Port Clements, on the right hand side of Hwy. 16) Majoring in quality country meat. Beef roasts, steaks and ground; pork chops, seasoned sausage and bacon and choice chicken and turkey.

For more information call Roger at 250-557-4569

Is in Masset (across from NSCU) every Friday selling their fresh, local carrots, onions, potatoes, squash, pumpkin, rutabaga, daikon radish, etc. For more info. call Gerald at 250-557-4568

Thank You Haida Gwaii Local Food Project Sponsors!

Also: Masset Farmers Market, Queen Charlotte Farmers Market & Moresby Market

To become a sponsor of the Haida Gwaii Local Foods Project or to be added to the Haida Gwaii Producer List, please call 250-557-2088 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com