Hgt magazine issue69 febmar 2016

Images on the Archipelago Presents:

L Forbes

March 11 Skidegate Kaay Centre 10am-10pm March 12 QC Hall 10am-10pm March 13 Port Clements Hall 10am-10pm March 14 Animation Workshop QC Teen Centre 9am-5pm Everyone Welcome!

HAIDA GWAII FILM FESTIVAL 2016 Tickets and programs available at the fundraiser and festival doors. For more information call

Dafne Romero @ 250-637-1489. haidagwaiifilmfestival@gmail.com www.haidagwaiifilmfestival.ca

Operation Refugees Haida Gwaii (ORHG)

We are a grassroots group of community members from all walks of life. The group came together moved by the suffering of refugees. We are actively fundraising to resettle them to Haida Gwaii.

One family will settle in Sandspit and the other in Queen Charlotte.

- have furniture, bedding, toys, clothing, appliances, household items, kitchen ware, food staples

- can help with health care, dental care or emotional support - can offer some time to visit with the families

- can volunteer with us or help with orientating the families with their transition - can assist with fundraising events

Please contact us at refugee.sponsors.hg@gmail.com

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Start up costs are furniture, household items, clothing, hook up costs, etc. Ongoing costs refers to housing for a year, transportation, living allowance.

Sponsors are responsible for the families’ reception, housing & basic necessities, settlement assistance (find health care provider, enrol children in school and adults in language classes, job training services, etc.), emotional and moral support, 6 months income support (the other 6 months covered by Citizenship & Immigration Canada through RAP income support).

Monetary contribution Online

chimp.net/groups/operation-refugees-haida-gwaii

Mail or Banking

Operation Refugees Haida Gwaii’s account is #7392087 with the Northern Savings Credit Union.

Cheque payable to ‘Operation Refugees Haida Gwaii’. Charitable donation receipts will be issued as long as the donor’s address is provided.

Mail your donation to Box 448, Queen Charlotte, V0T 1S0 attention: Operation Refugees Haida Gwaii.

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Proactive Ponderings about Common Challenges

What to do about the Sixty Two

by Shellene Van der Beke

According to the January 18th report An Economy For the 1% published by Oxfam, 53 male and 9 female uber rich folk, are as wealthy as half of the world’s population.

62 dudes and dudettes…an amount of people that will fit into a mid-sized school bus.

How about them apples? This gap between the few, over the top “haves” and the many “have nots” is a wealth distribution absurdity. I could go on an on about how seriously crazy this is, but I think it is best that I move quickly on to the goal of this monthly article: solutions. (Although I must admit to gritting my teeth with restraint.)

Solutions: Perspective is King:

Challenge: What can “little ol’ us” do about the fact that, as Bill Maher said in his “Beat the Rich With a Stick” 2011 article: Between the years 1980 and 2005, 80% of all new income generated in this country went to the richest 1% ?

(For those folk out there who have a bit more than the average Joe and got to where you are through hard work, talent and even a bit of good luck, kudos. This topic is not pointing a finger at you.)

 No Money, No Sunny?: Although money does make many things “go ‘round”, one cannot deny that no amount of moola can buy things like common sense, respect, integrity, trust, manners, character and love…the list is long.  The Mammoth Moxy of the Middle: the middle class generates 39 trillion dollars in wealth annually.

The truth is, what we in the middle say (with our voices and votes) has great power, especially when the majority of us get on the same page. What we buy defines and drives the marketplace.

Historically, us “folk in the middle” have acted as an agent of stability and prosperity. We have been at the heart of political movements and new consumption trends.

“What happens in technology or morality or culture or any other aspect of human life is that ordinary people interacting with each other is the source of most innovation, most change in the world.” Author Matt Riddley

Photo from Pixabay.com

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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 your local RCMP

Family Safety

Help your children identify threats to their safety.

The best protection a child carries is knowledge. Make sure that they know that:     

They can tell you anything.

Their body belongs to them.

It’s OK to say no.

They must never talk to strangers that approach them.

If they are scared, they should run and get help.

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

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Asylum

by Shellene Van der Beke Lately I have been reading about people disagreeing with hosting refugees in Canada…and some folk get downright nasty about it. Nasty, in my opinion, is rarely, if ever called for…and this is making me a bit feisty.

I admit I was questioning my own beliefs after watching a Ted Talks presentation whose main message that was that “Immigration does not work”. The fellow speaking made a very good point that many immigrants are “handpicked” based on their well-developed skills and intelligence…so that they are sure to be productive contributors in wherever they call their new home. He then went on to say that the “best of the best” should stay in their own countries so they can help their people at home. I see a small amount of truth in this line of thought. I also wholeheartedly agree that we need to take care of our own first…but at the expense of taking care of people other than our own? Who thinks up this stuff?

How’s about we care for many people and prioritize this over the trillions of tax dollars that go to things like mistargeted government expenditures whose recipients should not be entitled to one darn penny of our hard-earned dollars?

As Will Ferrell said in a recent comedy hit, “Most of us are anchor babies.” To say no to helping people in need outside of our borders is to say no to pretty much every person in Canada, indigenous people included. All humans since the dawn of time have been migratory by nature.

According to Amnesty International, just 2.6% of the Syrian refugee population have been offered resettlement places globally since the start of the Syria crisis. So, if we here on Haida Gwaii can raise enough funds to host just two families who have been shamefully misplaced due to the absurdities of war...I say yes to this kind and benevolent act of humanity.

“Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them humanity cannot survive.” Dalai Lama

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Taking Charge of Stress Donna Duffy, RN, BSN, MPH

Are you feeling stressed out? Or maybe you hear your friends and family say “I’m so stressed, I don’t know whether I’m coming or going!” In my nursing work, I often see the consequences of stress on health. The term “stress” was coined back in the 1930’s. Nowadays almost everyone is familiar with stress and its consequences. If it’s not managed, too much stress can lead to major health problems.

So what exactly is stress? For our purposes, it’s the response of the body to a “stressor”. A stressor is anything that challenges you physically or psychologically, forcing you to make some kind of adjustment.

Stressors can be physical—illness or injury for example. Stressors can also be psychological. A fearful thought, for example, will cause the same stress response as an actual physical threat. In the stress response, the brain signals the adrenal glands to release the hormone adrenaline into the blood. This triggers the release of another hormone, cortisol. These two hormones together produce a number of changes in the body. Heart rate speeds up, pupils dilate, digestion slows, blood vessels supplying blood to muscles dilate while other blood vessels constrict, muscle tension increases, blood pressure rises and so does blood sugar. This cascade of physical responses is geared to increase the chance of surviving a physical threat (you’ve no doubt heard of the “fight or flight” response). Stressors are not always negative or unpleasant. The excitement of winning the lottery for example can cause the same release of adrenaline and cortisol. For some, the adrenaline rush can actually become addictive, leading some to engage in high-risk activities like race car driving or skydiving.

Stress is not always a bad thing. A little bit of stress can actually be good, acting as a stimulant or motivating us to achieve. On the other hand, too much unmanaged stress over time can overwhelm your system, producing fatigue, irritability, depression, anxiety and physical symptoms like headaches. It can also bring on sleep issues, obesity, a compromised immune system, high blood pressure, heart disease and other health problems.

If unmanaged stress is the problem, how do we go about managing our stress so that it doesn’t do us harm?

Here are some tips that might help you to get a handle on managing your stress: Become aware of your stress response - A good place to start is to look at how you react to stressors. There are many ways that stress presents itself. What are your signs and symptoms? Do you get butterflies in your stomach? Sweaty palms? Do you act differently? It’s important to know yourself well enough to be able to identify when you are stressed.

Reduce your stressors wherever you can - Jot down a list of all the things in your daily life that make you feel stressed. Separate them into those that could be avoided and those that are unavoidable. Make a plan to get rid of those you can (sometimes just learning to say “no” is the answer). Next, examine your response to thoughts and events that trigger you. You actually have more power over how you react than you might think. Becoming aware of how you react to triggers is the first step. Meditation aimed at mindfulness can help you develop the skills to take charge of how you react to stressors. This works by limiting the stress response at its source.

Build effective stress management strategies - Identify your current stress management strategies. Are they healthy or unhealthy? Unhealthy strategies (like stress-eating or substance abuse) might provide temporary relief but they actually make the burden of stress worse down the road. Cultivate healthy stress management strategies that can work for you long-term. Anything that lowers your adrenaline levels will lower your stress.

Physical activity is very effective for lowering adrenaline levels. So is connecting with others. How is your social support system? Enlist support from friends and family. Breathing exercises also lower adrenaline levels and can be done anywhere. Focus your attention on your breathing, taking deep, slow breaths. Just a minute or two spent on focused breathing will calm your system. At especially troubling times, help from your family doctor, a nurse or mental health professional may be called for.

Take care of you - Eat right and avoid sugary foods (sugar magnifies stress). Get enough sleep, exercise, and allow time for relaxation. The healthier you are, the more resilient your body is to handling stress.

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The One Room Schoolhouse

by Heather Ramsay Mr. Ross, Mr. Carmichael and Mrs. Elliott remember going to class in the old schoolhouse that is now a thrift shop. The Thrift Shop can be found behind the Royal Canadian Legion [the old United Church].

The first classes in Queen Charlotte were held in Moore’s Pool Hall starting in September 1909 until a proper school was built later that year. A Mrs. Butler substituted for a time, but Mr. Cochrane was the first teacher hired. He soon quit to look after his more lucrative store.

Finding teachers was a challenge for the small community, as was finding pupils. Mr. Ross remembers being loaned out several times over his school years to the different one-room schoolhouses in the small communities up the coast to Tlell to make up the nine students necessary for a government subsidized teacher. “Otherwise parents had to dig up enough to pay the teachers,” he said.

Mr. Carmichael and his siblings would see fish jumping in the Inlet on their way to school and the teacher would insist they be identified as a part of the day’s lesson.

The building (top photo) and an addition were used for classes up to the 1950’s when a new two-room school was built on the grounds of the present-day school [west along Oceanview Drive].

This article was originally published in the “Village of Queen Charlotte Heritage Walking Tour” published by the Friends of the QC Visitor Centre. 2009. Photos courtesy of the Haida Gwaii Museum at Kaay Llnagaay. The QC Visitor Centre’s winter hours are Mon, Thursday& Friday from 11-5 and Saturday from 12-5 and can be reached at 250-559-8316. ________________________________________________________________________________________

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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Taking Care of Our Feathered Friends

On our property in Port Clements, birds are top shelf. We have several bird feeders and a stack of pallets around 20 feet tall and three times as long that act as a perfect shelter and play zone for many creatures of the wild. My Husband Ben faithfully spreads out mixes of bird seed, chicken scratch and mixed nuts two to three times per day. (We only have one child in our family and he has fur…and we consider the birds to be family as well!)

Plump and happy Juncos make up the

We receive periodical visits from a murder of Crows and the odd Raven will pop by to investigate what is going on. Last Summer, at least a dozen or so Pine Grosbeaks camped out for a few days in one of our Mountain Ash trees. They seemed to get a bit drunk on the feast, many with berry mash all over their beaks! (Not feathered, but worth mentioning, we also host a few, very tame and entertaining squirrels and at night, from one to three raccoons slink around munching on the day’s bird-feast leftovers.)

“Haida Gwaii has the largest migratory bird population in the world, many of which are rare.” - Leila Riddall majority of our bird population and they stay year round. The odd Pine Siskin appears in the winter and Blue Jays come in the Spring and stay until the Fall. Robins appear in the Spring and sit on the peaks of our shed like sentinels and we see the odd Varied Thrush, Winter Wren and Chickadee if we are lucky.

A hearty flock of Eurasian Collared-Doves appeared a couple of years ago and have never left. There are fourteen of them now.

My family and I love the birds so much I have stopped washing the outside of the windows so as to decrease the incidence of kamikaze, flying window collisions. Unfortunately, wounded birds do appear rather frequently.

Our resident Sharp-shinned hawk has figured out that if he makes a pass at the deck where the bird feeders are, he just might scare the little feather-creatures enough so that one or two will fly directly into our front window,

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knocking them out cold and making for an easy meal.

We also had what we thought was a single pigeon join the dove flock one day…and he had a terrible wound on one leg which had him hopping on the good leg to get around. We wondered what we could do to help him…so I called Leila Riddall, one of Haida Gwaii’s volunteer bird recovery/ rehabilitation champions. The bird retrieve/ release torch was passed onto Leila by Margo Hearne and Peter Hamel who took on this invaluable service for nearly 30 years!

Here is what Leila advises to do if you find a wounded bird: • Establish if the bird truly needs help.

Baby and courting birds often act a little loopy but they are not actually hurt. If it can fly, leave it be.

• If it is a larger bird, it is best to give Leila a call right away @ 250-6267576 and she will advise you further.

• If you have established that the bird truly does needs help, put on a pair of gloves and gently cover them with a blanket or sheet as that will calm it down.

• Put them into a box that has holes in it with a towel in the bottom and place the lid on the box to darken it.

• Keep the box in a quiet, dark and warm place. Heat the box with either a heating pad (set on low) placed on half of the bottom of the box or a wrap a bag or jar with hot water in it and place it in the box with the bird.

• Wash your hands.

• After a couple of hours, take the box (away from windows) to an open area near the woods or brush and open the lid. If it flies away, you have done a good job. If not, call Leila at the number above and she will advise you further.

A wounded bird that needs special care is attended to by an alarmingly large team of private citizens and local businesses, all volunteering their time and services to this worthy cause. Here on Haida Gwaii, Leila is

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Opposite Page and Right: Critter Care on Haida Gwaii / photos

by Leila Riddall Far Right: : Frigate bird / Photo from the Prince Rupert Wildlife Rehab Shelter

the key person who is kept very, very busy managing the care for not only wounded birds (small and large) but other creatures as well like muskrats, otter and deer, to name a few.

Because funds and facilities are in short supply on Haida Gwaii, wounded animals must often be shipped to other facilities such as the Prince Rupert Wildlife Rehab Shelter, the Ladner chapter of O.W.L. (for wounded predatory birds) or Critter Care located in Langley.

The Prince Rupert Wildlife Rehab Shelter, run for the past 27 years by Gunther and Nancy Golina, helped over 800 domestic and wild animals in 2015 and has an 80% release rate for the animals they take on. At one time they helped recover a Frigatebird (tropical seabird) that took refuge on the BC Ferries Queen of Prince Rupert and

after 3 days at their shelter, Hawkair helped to ship the recovered seabird to Vancouver where it was then flown to its final destination: the Tijuana River Delta!

Inland Air, Pacific Coastal Air and Hawkair all offer free cargo services for wounded birds heading to one of the above-mentioned facilities. Virginia McRae, Inland Air Office Manager, stated that they have, in the last 8 months, transported at least 2 Eagles and 3 Ravens from Haida Gwaii.

“We do not charge for the transfer on our flights,” says McRae “we definitely help out all we can by transporting injured birds and animals from the outlying areas and getting them to the wildlife shelter in Prince Rupert.”

Leila Riddall said that on average, only around 20% of the wounded birds tend to be saved. As this number startled me, I asked her if there is anything we humans can do to reduce the number of wounded animals and she answered with a resounding “Yes”.

“The biggest, unnatural cause of bird deaths is electrocution. 80% of these injuries could be avoided if people stopped dumping fish and/or deer carcasses high up on the beach or off to the side of the road, close to power lines.”

Easy solution: dump animal waste out of town, away from power lines and below the tide mark on the beach. By doing so, countless of our cherished

feathered friends can be saved. Birds are living treasures on Haida Gwaii - loved by so many of us who live here and revered by countless tourists who come from around the world to see them.

If you have a wounded animal that needs care, please call Leila Riddall at 250-626-7576 or email her at quikstix@hotmail.ca.

Donations to help care for wounded birds on Haida Gwaii are deeply appreciated and can be sent to the Delkatla Wildlife Sanctuary, attention Leila Riddall at PO Box 804, Masset, BC V0T 1M0

Inland Air’s Freight Manager, Zack Boulet, with an eagle from Masset / Photo courtesy Inland Air

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Love Haida Gwaii celebrating local, independently owned business

Haida Gwaii

GEORGIA BENNETT, RAVEN’S TAIL WEAVER OF OLD MASSETT - a Love Haida Gwaii success story “It’s very rare that I don’t have something being created on my loom and if I’m not weaving I’m spinning my own warp or surfing the net for good wool deals, I guess I can say that weaving is now a major part of my life.

Mind you I always make time for family.

My weaving success story begins with my weaving teachers Master Weaver Evelyn Vanderhoop and Master Weaver William White. For their priceless weaving knowledge they are willing to share I never forget to acknowledge them. Haawa, haawa, haawa for teaching me, I’m forever grateful and forever learning something new in my weaving career.

Love Haida Gwaii set me up with a professional photoshoot and a professional writer for my business profile. The one-time $50 fee covered all of the costs and I now have a business page on the Love Haida Gwaii website. I am able to use all of the beautiful pictures for promoting my business. I believe using this service has increased my little business tremendously.”

Georgia was a professional nail technician when she first tried her hand at the ancient art of raven’s tail weaving in 2004 under the instruction of notable Haida weaver Evelyn Vanderhoop. Her first piece, a pouch, became a gift for her sister and her first apron, a gift for her husband. A busy career caused her to set aside the hobby for a few years, but in 2009 she took up the art again, devoting more time and attention to honing her skills and soon found herself getting requests from people to create items for them. Georgia began making traditional dance regalia and head dresses, eventually adding many other items to her repertoire, including belts, pouches, aprons, dance robes and more.

250.626.5152 georgiadbennett@hotmail.com 202 Eagle Avenue, Old Massett

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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Reading is fun for the whole family

by Alex Rinfret

Our local libraries are filled with high quality children’s books, including old favorites like Curious George and Babar and new characters like Scaredy Squirrel and Pete the Cat. We have board books for babies, books to read to toddlers and books for kids who are just starting to read. Our collections are constantly replenished with brand new books, DVDs and CDs. What could be better than snuggling in with a caregiver for a cozy story time?

Libraries help build literacy skills for all ages. Step into one Snuggle time: Christine Cunningham has an enthusiastic audience as she reads a Babar story in the Port Library of our local branches and you might find teenagers doing homework or hanging out with friends, seniors learning new computer skills, neighbors talking about their new favorite author, visitors looking for information about local history, and people of all ages using our public computers or wifi.

Our branches are open four days a week!

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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This “Oil Head” symbol was used in 2004 when Islanders made their views known to the Priddle Panel at a demonstration held in Daajing Giids. The panel travelled the coast conducting a public review on lifting a 30-year moratorium on offshore oil and gas exploration.

Running out of coffin nails submitted by Haida Laas/Graham Richard

On January 13, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled that Enbridge’s proposed Northern Gateway Pipeline project must undergo a provincial environmental assessment.

Additionally, the Gitga’at and other First Nations along the proposed route must be properly consulted.

Citing a desire to eliminate redundancies BC entered into an ‘equivalency agreement’ with the federal government, signing over its responsibility to undertake an environmental assessment to the National Energy Board, the body assigned to conduct federal environmental reviews.

However, the Supreme Court of Canada found that BC’s environmental decisionmaking duty is enshrined in provincial constitutional law. While BC can agree to eliminate the redundancy of undertaking a provincial environmental assessment, it cannot surrender its duty to issue its own environmental approval of a pipeline project.

The court also found that BC failed to properly consult with the Gitga’at Nation.

The court recognized that the environmental assessment agreement between BC and the

NEB and the pipeline’s impacts on Gitga’at rights and title are separate concerns. BC must consult meaningfully with First Nations, in accordance with the Haida Nation v. British Columbia and Weyerhaeuser decision (TFL 39 case). In order to fulfill it’s obligation to consult the Gitga’at, BC would have needed to terminate the ‘equivalency agreement’ with the NEB. Until proper consultation and consideration is complete BC cannot make a decision to issue environmental approval for the proposed Northern Gateway Pipeline project.

Provincial environmental approval is central to the proposed pipeline’s construction and without it Enbridge cannot proceed.

Furthermore, while Enbridge received two federal certificates approving construction of a condensate pipeline, oil pipeline, and marine terminal in 2014, these certificates are set to expire on December 31, 2016. In addition

by July 1, 2016 Enbridge must show it has signed contracts with clients and suppliers to purchase 60 percent of Northern Gateway’s oil supply and provide 60 percent of the condensate it requires. As of February 2015

Enbridge has secured none of these contracts, due in part to ongoing legal challenges.

Unless Enbridge fulfills these requirements and begins building the pipeline its federally issued certificates of approval will expire on December 31, 2016.

The Gitga’at and Coastal First Nations worked together to bring this constitutional challenge forward. This ruling will affect Kinder Morgan’s proposed pipeline expansion project, which will also require meaningful consultation with First Nations and a provincial environmental assessment certificate.

New blog!

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

Like the Council of the Haida Nation Facebook page.

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Going to university without leaving home Living on Haida Gwaii can definitely pose a challenge when it comes to higher education, especially for islanders who already have jobs here and can’t afford to move away and become full-time students. Residents of larger centres can take advantage of evening classes or part-time studies to further their education, but that’s not usually an option for islanders.

For rural Graham Island resident Jennifer Pigeon, the solution to this dilemma has been online courses through Athabasca University, which specializes in online learning and offers a huge variety of university courses over the internet. Jennifer started her educational journey in 2012, with a year-long NorthWest Community College course in accounting. That sparked a desire to learn more, and she is now working towards a university certificate in accounting from Athabasca, one course at a time.

Jennifer explains that each course takes about six months to complete. She does her studies in the time left between running her own bookkeeping business and activities like working in her large garden. And while online courses are undoubtedly convenient, there are some challenges. Asking questions can involve lengthy email exchanges, and our slow internet is also a hurdle.

“It’s definitely challenging,” she says. “But I get to do my own schedule. I work when I want, and I can garden when I want.”

Jennifer Pigeon is working towards a university degree with help from Gwaii Trust.

DID YOU KNOW? The Gwaii Trust places a high priority on assisting all Haida Gwaii residents in their educational quests. Our education grants are intended to help islanders smooth over some of the significant hurdles they face accessing post-secondary education, trades education, and other education opportunities. We can provide up to $3,000 a year to help with tuition and course materials. Check out our website or talk to our staff for full details about these grants.

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Although she is only part-way through the certificate program, Jennifer has already learned new skills that she is using to help her bookkeeping clients, most of which are local small businesses and non-profits.

Gwaii Trust education grants have helped pay for her tuition and books, and Jennifer says this has made going back to school much easier. These grants are available to all islanders pursuing post-secondary education, whether on-island or off. “I really appreciate it,” she says. “It’s so great to have the opportunity to learn. It’s kind of crazy when you’re almost 40, but it’s very exciting too.”

GRANTS CAN BE USED FOR SHORT COURSES TOO! Queen Charlotte Secondary School student Liam Racz received a continuing education grant to attend the Gulf Islands Film and Television School, where he took part in a one-week course in 3D Computer Animation this past summer. Liam writes: “I thank you and the board for this amazing opportunity. The 3D Computer Animation course reaffirmed my plans to enroll in a postsecondary animation program once I graduate. I had never had the opportunity to collaborate on a creative project before and now know this is something I would enjoy doing for the rest of my life. The instructors, interns and other students were incredibly supportive throughout the film making process, and provided excellent advice on how to choose a post-secondary school. I’ve made friendships that have continued since leaving the Gulf Islands and have been asked by the school to intern there next year. Once again, thank you for this experience that would not have been possible without the financial assistance from the Gwaii Trust!”

elders and young people. Knowing what elders need to share their wisdom and skills and knowing what children need to grow into the potential they brought with their life.

The wise leader has empathy for future The Integrity of Life

generations to lead them into their greatness. It begins with sharing and using the wisdom of the whole community

All life is one. Before humans there was peace. Yes, animals, both leaders and followers did and still do kill their prey, but for sustenance, not war.

A great leader motivates, not with force but by being wise – going with the flow of life, knowing when to be still, when to move ahead, and when to withdraw. The peaceful leader knows the integrity of life is to heal through “knowing the way of all people.”

“The way of all people” is oneness and equality - values that do not cause division and separation. This knowledge and wisdom begins first with knowing what

to make decisions for future generations as though they were here today.

A wise leader knows from experience and foresight how essential it is for all people to be given equal opportunities to live a quality life.

In addition, it is simple and it is true: paying special attention to the care of our elders and youth is a key foundation to a better quality of life for all.

Each and every one of us must (now more than ever) hold all of our leaders accountable, to reach out with compassion and offer our elders platforms to speak and teach and our young people opportunities to become great as well.

people need. It is not material goods, or owning the biggest house.

For the wise leader, knowing the essentials of all people is to know what provides for an improving quality of life - especially for

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

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TEARAKAU HOUSTON (friends call him “Tee”) was raised on Haida Gwaii but then decided to see the world and traveled to New Zealand where he played rugby and along the way was also introduced to the concrete trade. He lived on the North Island of New Zealand in the Waikato area.

With 15 years of concrete experience under his belt, he formed his current business, COPPER BAY CONCRETE LTD., and was given an opportunity to secure a contract for the new QC Hospital…a perfect reason to return back to Haida Gwaii.

“I traveled back with my wife Jodie and 3 children to give them the same upbringing on Haida Gwaii as I did. I think this is the best place in the world for them to be brought up and start their journey in life.

As a family, we enjoy the outdoors with

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what Haida Gwaii has to offer from fishing and hunting to exploring.”

TeArakau’s family ties are from the north of New Zealand which is one of the most beautiful places on earth. “Haida Gwaii has its own unique beauty and culture” states TeArakau “which is similar to New Zealand but at the opposite end of the world!”

For more information about Copper Bay Concrete, call TeArakau’s cell phone: 250-377-5961 or the office at 250-571-6398 or email copperbayconcrete@outlook.com

Top: A family photo during a rare snow storm in Sandspit. Above: Whananaki Beach in New Zealand, where TeArakau’s family hails.

Below: TeArakau above Bearskin Bay All photos from Jodie Perrett

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Horoscopes for Feb. 15th to Mar. 15, 2016 Aries (March 20-April 19) I know that there is yearning in you to press forward, no matter what, with passion and decisiveness. And this makes for a fulfilled Aries. But right now is the time to stand still. Stand still long enough to receive the vision that is attempting to download.

You must be quiet enough and brave enough to hear the message that is whispered in your ear, and then act on it. But not before hearing it. Key Words: Visionary, Listen, Peace

Taurus (April 19-May 20) Dear Taurus, what goals lie just below the surface that you have not acknowledged yet in your life? How can you retain your authenticity as well as respect from your community? These are the key questions worth answering in your life now. Think about what you have left to attain, then meditate on how you will manifest it in your life. Key Words: Aspirations, Desire, Goals Gemini (May 20-June 21) It’s time to harvest your crops, dear Gemini, but what have you planted? If you have stayed aware, tended to your hopes and dreams and fed them what they needed, then now is the time to reap what you have sowed. If not, then it’s the time to determine what goals you hope to achieve.

You still have time to contemplate your future and listen carefully to what the next step is, then take it. Key Words: Results, Gather, Fruition Cancer (June 21-July 22) Shine the spotlight on yourself, dear Cancer. Probably not what the sensitive Cancer wants to hear, but there it is. Is there a way to shine brightly, perhaps in your career? To use creativity and inspiration by deeply viewing the world, then presenting your findings outwardly? However challenging this is, life is calling you to do it.

You can pop back into your shell another time. Today, make yourself presentable, and open the door and walk out into the sun. Key Words: Shine, Shimmer, Sparkle Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) Money issues may be playing a part in your life for the next few weeks. Your own as well as other people’s money. This does not indicate lack, only that resources are presenting themselves in your life. And with this comes a dose of confidence challenges. You are so capable of dealing with whatever comes your way, dear Leo, as long as you believe that you are. Don’t let a lack of selfconfidence rain on your parade. Key Words: Believe, Strive, Hope

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) Even though your tendency is to put your head down and plow that field, dear Virgo, these next few weeks will find you in the company of others. In order to accomplish the things on your list, you will need help, be willing to socialize and hang out with new and old friends who can and will help you. But in order for this to happen, you need to take enough time to play with others. Key Words: Connect, Communicate, Relate

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) What is it on this planet that inspires you; that makes you feel truly alive? I ask you, dear Libra, to look within and answer these questions. Answer them through meditation, through hiking in the forest, through playing with your kids. Find your answers in the little things that make you smile.

Then work hard to put them permanently in your everyday life.

Key Words: Passion, Inspiration, Creativity Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) This time in your life, sensitive Scorpio, finds you inspired and creative, but with a deeper purpose to life. In the next few weeks, you might notice yourself wanting to hole up in your house. This is an appropriate response for you right now. No need to make grandstands out in the public eye. Best to take up some crafting project that keeps you at the kitchen table for now.

Key Words: Homey, Rooted, Submerge Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) Dear Sagittarius, do you feel you have been hiding in your shell for the past several weeks? This has been appropriate in order to process all the information that has been coming your way and I will suggest that you may do this for a few more days. But I recommend that after that you take a shower, put on some nice clothes and step outside into the world.

Process your mega information download from outside the comfyness of home. Meet friends, take a class or go for a walk in the fresh air. Key Words: Learn, Enroll, Prepare Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) What are the simple truths in your life? We need food, shelter and water of course. But we also need to build up our confidence, self-reliance and determination to make our dreams come true. For the next several weeks, dear Capricorn, I want you to try and make your life simple and true for you. Release chaos and overbooking yourself and allow the simple truths to seep in. Key Words: Straightforward, Effortless, Light Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) The dilemma you have, dear Aquarius, is how to manage what you want with what your family wants for you. In the upcoming weeks it will be important to practice a little bit of selfishness. How can you walk forward in your life with purpose, assertiveness and passion? This is the question of the moment and one that needs to be answered with action, not just thoughts and words. Key Words: Lights, Camera, Action!

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Do the hard work now that is required in your career in order to evolve in your chosen .field. You have the ability to discipline yourself and stay focused through what looks like a tough time but could actually be quite a rewarding time. Feel your intuition, initiative and drive and decide that you are worth the effort it takes to make your feelings known. Key Words: Dynamic, Ambition, Vigor

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

4 Harmonicas. Two are Suzuki Bluesmaster A & D M. Two are Hohner Marine Band E & G $10 each. Call Fergus at (250) 626-5015 or email hecatebird@gmail.com Near New Women’s Sz 9 Bogs - mid height. Insulated. Approx. 1 month old. These have been worn a handful of times - there is no wear on the sole, but they are a little muddy - selling as is. These are a narrower fit than some of the other bogs - which is why I am selling them - they don’t fit me. These retail for $105 on bogsfootwear.ca $50 Call Bonnie at (250) 626-3311 or email bonniepryde@gmail.com Brand New Ladies Size 8 Kamik Low Rain Boots. Brand New - Still in the box, with tags on. Olive colour, mid height -Sharon model. These boots retail for $69 on kamik.com $50 Call Bonnie at (250) 626-3311 or email bonniepryde@gmail.com Kenmore Elegance Canister Vacuum Cleaner. Attachments include floor brush, crevice tool, and pet power mate.

Other parts and components include hose and handle assembly, telescoping wand, and combination brush. In excellent condition, lightly used. Bought from Sears within last 5 years. Current model MD Elegance is selling for $500. I paid $400 for mine. Will sell for $200. NOW REDUCED to $100. Email eve4534@yahoo.ca SOLO-FLEX Exercise Machine. Has all attachments including leg press. As new condition. $300 Call Raymond Wagstaff at (250) 6375464 or email ray_dw@hotmail.com Microwave range hood. NEW! Still in the box. Panasonic 2.0 cu.ft. , 1100 watts over the range microwave and range hood. Call Gord at (250) 637-5755 or email patngord@qcislands.ca 4 slice toaster. This Proctor Silex 4 slice toaster is used but works okay. It has extra wide slots and individual temperature controls. $5 Email sales@tostaba.com Enterprise Fawcett Oil Heater. NEW. Paid$900, 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 HOT TUB. A beautiful 4-person hot tub, lightly used. $7700 new in 2007. Supplies included. This tub is still in excellent shape. A very good deal. $3,300 Call Keith at (250) 557-4453 or email rka@qcislands.ca 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 Backpack. Used for 6 months, sturdy backpack has adjustable internal frame and well-padded strapping. Can be used as full pack or internal flap zips up to provide a smaller section at the bottom. Bottom section is accessible by outside zipper and top half has side zipper. Top pack section converts into hip pouch. Medium separate zippered pouch on back. Needs water proof cover for real rain. No tears-hasn’t needed repairs. I carried about 45lbs of gear in it. Lots of adjustable exterior strapping and loops for attaching stuff. Empty weight 5.6 lbs. $100 Call Lorrie at (250) 626-5587 or email l.joron@mhtv.ca Pro-Active digital Pedal Exerciser. Regular price $63. My husband can’t use it like he thought he could. Works great. In perfect shape. $40 Email bondd06@hotmail.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 Interior mahogany door and frame. With hinges and passage set. Painted white. $40 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@ qcislands.net Bathroom fan. 90 cfm low sonne. Used 4 months $40 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net

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OOTERBOX Cell phone cases. Defender series. Super protective case for iPhone 4. Two separate cases 1.Camo 2. Black $10 Call Maryanne at (250) 626-7555 or email Maryanne@maryannewettlaufer.com XBOX 360 Kinect Sensor, new in box. $75 Email acober@qcislands.net 19in LCD Widescreen Computer Screen. 19 inch Hanns-G LCD widescreen monitor, VGA connectivity. $50 Call Steve at (250) 637-1232 or email stevequ@gmail.com Antique books for sale. ‘Humourous Tales’ by Rudyard Kipling, hard cover, 1932. McMillian & Co. $35. Also 1931 edition of same book, illustrated by Reginald Cleaver $45. Call Toni at (250) 626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins.com Formal China set (slightly incomplete). Yamaka Japanese China Set “Wedding Rose”: 15 cups, 12 saucers, 1 sugar bowl, 1 large serving plate, 1 medium serving plate, 1 gravy boat, 2 large serving bowls, 11 soup bowls, 5 little bowls, 12 side plates, 12 salad plates, 11 dinner plates. Good condition, few pieces worn, very few pieces chipped. Many pieces in excellent condition. Call Andrew at (250) 626-3949 or email Andrewm@ mhtv.ca 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 Roper Heavy Duty Extra Large Washing Machine. Made by Whirlpool, top-loading machine. It is used, but works well and looks quite good. It will be available approximately the end of February 2016. $50 Email Fairness4@yahoo.ca Optimus Electric Oscillating Ceramic Tower Heater. Temperature Readout /Settings and with remote control. Model H-7328. I have not used the oscillations to save on wear and tear.

It is a dark red colour. It will be available approximately the end of February 2016. $20 Email Fairness4@Yahoo.ca Hardwood flooring. Beautiful solid 3/4 inch sugar white oak hardwood flooring. 22 sq. ft. per box 11 boxes. $75 Call Linda Berston at (250) 5574423 or email lgberston@gmail.com Plastic Cat Carrier with metal gate door that locks shut. Has a carrying handle 19” X 12” X 11” high can be disassembled. 25$ or will trade for large dog carrier. Call Dominic at (250) 626-7896 or email visceralorbit@gmail.com Raleigh Gel Mountain Bike Seat Cover. $20 Call Karen at (250) 5594255 or email karefoe@qcislands.net Flat screen TV. 32 inch flat screen TV for sale or trade for slightly smaller one. $200 Call Shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com Hot water tank. Used 40 gallon. 1 year use. I’m upgrading to a 60 gallon. $100 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Claw foot tub with faucet. 59” fiberglass tub with chrome claw feet and telephone-style brass faucet. New, they cost well over $1500 plus shipping.

I’ve found that I seldom use this tub so make me an offer. Call Shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com 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 Hamilton Beach Home Baker Bread Baking Machine. Brand spanking new, in original box, never been used. Wanted to bake my own whole grain bread, but have no time to worry about it. $75 Call Archie Stocker Sr. at (250) 626-3576 or email archievideo35@hotmail.com Solid Oak Desk. Solid oak office size roll top desk $300 Call Linda Berston at (250) 557-4423 or email lgberston@gmail.com Double sized Simmons mattress, box spring, steel frame bed. Mattress and box spring are very clean. Steel frame has wheels. Bed will be available approximately the end of Feb. $100 Email Fairness4@yahoo.ca Sony Bravia 52 inch Flat screen TV. $700 Email howle@qcislands.net

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Pure bred champion line Blue nose Pitbull *WITH PAPERS. Sadly I can no longer take care of my pup Biggie. He is 5 years old; his dad is an ABKC 1st place champion dog. I have raised him since he was 8 weeks old. He is a very smart dog. Biggie is an extremely healthy dog, he’s mellow when indoors and a great companion when on an outdoor adventure. He has very short fur which doesn’t shed much. He is a very protective and loyal dog. He has never been neutered so he is still able to be a sire. $1000. Call Captain S Stewart-Burton at (250) 626-7175 or email Cs-burton@ live.ca Large Gerry frame backpack. The aluminum frame is 29” high by 14 ½” wide The pack is 27” high by 14” There are 2 side pockets at the top, 2 on the bottom sides, and one at the bottom center. The main compartment has a zippered divider and a mesh bag for small stuff. It’s made of heavy nylon. It has good adjustments and a padded waistband. There are no rips or tears, but there is a small crack at one end of the tubing. $40. Email sales@tostaba.com Alpha Industries green flight jacket. Classic M1 flight jacket. Very good condition. Probably a size small. $40 Call Lisa at (250) 626-7733 or email Lisanfroese@gmail.com 10,000 BTU Heater For Sale. Portable, radiant style, kerosene heater for sale. 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 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) 559-4114 or email ngystle@ haidagwaii.net Hard to Find Breaker Box For Sale. Stabloc breaker box full of breakers for sale. This is a very hard to find item as they are no longer manufactured. $200 Call Manzanita Snow at (250) 557-8579 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com King Size Bed. Mattress, box spring, and metal frame. $200 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Sanyo 32” stereo colour television. Comes with manual and original packaging. Includes remote control. In perfect condition (barely used). Call PK at (250) 999-2362 or email pkail@runbox.com Green Wool Jacket. Ladies Size 10 (fits slightly larger). Worn only a few times, too large for me :) The quality is great and it is fully lined - a comparable jacket from the same company goes for $200USD - Asking $85 Call Keshia Chutter at (250) 626-7339 or email keshia.camp@hotmail.com Single bed with Frame and Two Mattresses for Sale. One single adult bed with two mattresses for sale. The frame is metal. Each mattress is approximately 4 inches high. Must sell as moving. $25 Call A. at (250) 559-4648 or email Fairness4@yahoo.ca

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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) 5578579 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Cosco Brand Playpen. Brand new - just taken out of box and never unfolded. $55 Email bondd06@hotmail.com Six shelf storage unit for sale. Made of canvas type material on three sides with open front.

Unit is 48” high; 11.5” wide and 11.75” deep. The unit hangs from a Velcro wrap-around hanging tab and can be used on a rod, such as in a closet. It is a light beige color with a narrow (est. 1/4 inch) dark brown trim on edges. It folds for storage. $5 Call A. at (250) 5594648 or email Fairness4@yahoo.ca Huawei 4” 3G phone for Telus or Kudo. Uses regular sim (mini sim).

3G capable, with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GSP functions. In excellent condition.

No scratches or dents. Comes with charger and USB cable. And a protective case too. $80 Call Sam at (250) 637-5653 or email purplesolution@ gmail.com Gooseberries for sale. Frozen vac-packed organic gooseberries. Great for jam or for even for smoothies. Home grown. Packed in bags between 4-6lbs $25 Call Maryanne at (250) 6267555 or email Maryanne@maryannewettlaufer.com Bed frame. Beautiful SOLID WOOD, queen size, with box spring. $600 Call Linda Berston at (250) 557-4423 or email lgberston@gmail.com Ladies coat. LL Bean all weather coat, lined, medium, black.Excellent shape. Call Keith at (250) 557-4491 or email rka@qcislands.ca Two George Thorogood tickets. Awesomeseats at CN Centre April 19th.

Section Y Row1, Seat 10 and11. $65 each, or both sold as a package $135 Email Sonia.rice6058@gmail.com Flooring. 6’×6’8” commercial vinyl flooring. $40 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Interior doors. 5 doors 3-36” R in swing solid jamb 1-36” L in swing solid jamb 1-30” reversible incomplete jamb (hinge side only) $200 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Dart Board in cabinet. Brand New Call Gord at (250) 637-5755 or email patngord@qcislands.ca Green Matt&Nat Shoulder Bag. Beautiful Green Matt&Nat Shoulder bag - in great condition. Vegan Leather ;) Asking $20 Call Keshia Chutter at (250) 626-7339 or email keshia.camp@hotmail.com Women’s Sweaters. Women’s Sweaters all fit size medium - $10 each In Masset Call Keshia Chutter at (250) 626-7339 or email keshia.camp@ hotmail.com

In the Yard & Workshop

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

Oak casings. Over 100 feet. 7 pcs. 9’ and 8 pcs. 3’ Additional random lengths $100 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Canvas Shop for sale. L85’ x W30’ x H16’ $5,000 Call Phil Shiels at (250) 637-5614 or email shiels@qcislands.net Bantams. 2 old English bantam hens, 1 old English bantam rooster, 1 cross bantam hen and her 2 chicks. All must go together. $40 Call Tammy Abbott at (250) 557-4417 or email tabbott6@hotmail.com

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Renovating tools. 7-1/4 Black and Decker skill saw with blade extension cord. Black and Decker 1/2” drill. Drill bits, finishing hand saw, 2 keyed passage sets. $100 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Tin wanted. Roofing tin wanted about 10 ft. by 10 ft. Email Sarahbwoods@gmail.com Folding crab trap for sale or trade. About 3’ x 4’; in good condition $50 Call Toni at (250) 626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins. 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 Gravermeister engraver. In great shape! Runs like new as it only has around 5 hours on it. Paid $1700 US for the machine plus pedal and another $500+ for the system 3 package. Asking $1500 OBO. Open to trade. Call Captain Stewart-burton at (250) 626-7175 or email Cs-burton@live.ca Looking for a Leaf Blower. Either gas or cordless. If you have one you aren’t using, let me know. Preferably running! Call Brock at (250) 637-1996 or email Magpie@haidagwaii.net 150w solar panel NEW. Never used, still in its box about 5 x 3 feet, startup kit with charge controller. Was made for an RV, I intended to use it on a boat, but it is too large for my needs. The price on this item was $699 pretax; asking$650 obo call or text preferred. Call Kate at (778) 260-0500 or email krsimonot@live.ca Roofing shingles. 40 year profiled roofing shingles. 20 bundles 500 square ft. $200 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Framing lumber. Left over concrete forming boards. 22pc 2x6-8 6pc 2x6-16 5pc 2x4-12 2pc 2x4-16 4pc 2x12-16.

Also About 15pc 2x6 approx. 10’ Pressure treat salvaged $350 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Slide. PVC slide for children’s jungle gym $50 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Horse bareback pad. Brand new, never used, tags still on. Girth included. $60 Call Shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com

On the Road

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

2003 Jimmy For Sale. 4 door, 4wd, auto, AM-FM plus CD. Air conditioning. Cherry red, runs great. Regular lube and oil and other servicing since new. Never driven on any beach, no river crossing. 173,000 km - full set of summer tires on rims and full set of winter tires on rims. Save $$$ on seasonal tire change-overs! Call Ron at (250) 559-7790 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Ride Rite Air Bags. Firestone Air Bag Kit #2250. Fits Chev Trucks 2001-2010. New Condition. $650 new, asking $400. Call Paul Powers at (250) 626-3330 or email d.andp.powers@gmail.com GPS. Comes with everything. You can even use a microchip in it for more storage. Works on land and water, just have to buy the ocean maps. With 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. $280 Call Danny at (250) 626-3336 or email dstewart@massett.ca Ladies motorcycle boots. Powerskin, size 39 (med). Little used in very good shape Call Keith at (250) 557-4491 or email rka@qcislands.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 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 VHF Radio. Comes with everything to hookup on truck or car. It has all the channels programmed on it already. $500 OBO Call Danny at (250) 626-3336 or email dstewart@massett.ca Quad Backrest/Storage. Waterproof compartment and comfortable back rest. $135 Call Ken at (250) 637-1179 or email kenuck@qcislands.net Norco Katmandu mountain bike. Men’s, brand new. Only ridden once - about 1km! Frame is 22” - is better for a taller man. $500 Call Dale at (250) 557-4235 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com One Michelin XGT Radial P175/65 R14 Tire. As is, might be suitable as a spare tire. Tread seems good according to the penny test; tread is deeper than the top of the queen’s head. $15 Call A at (250) 559-4648 or email Fairness4@yahoo.ca Yakima Roof Racks with Kayak adapters. Racks originally $100 and the adapter was $135. Both for $100obo Call Steve at (250) 6371232 or email stevequ@gmail.com

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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 265/40R 22inch 106H, Liquid metal brand rims + tires. 5 Star stud pattern. 10 ply tubeless tires. The rims & tires are a couple years old but have never been driven on; the condition is close to mint. Paid just over $2000 for the set. Asking $1100 OBO. Call Captain Stewart-Burton at (250) 6267175 or email Cs-burton@live.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 2001-2010 Silverado and Sierra Parts. Complete FirestoneRide Rite Airbag Kit #2250, used one week, $450. Front trailer hitch fits Chev Silverado or Sierra, like new $150. 8-Foot canopy for Chev Truck (white with sliding windows and new locks) $500. 4 New 10-ply Goodyear Wrangler Kevlar LT265/R16 Paid $400 ea, will take $250 ea. Camper brackets for Chev 2001-2010, 2500-3500 truck, like new, used one week $400 for front and back set. Call Paul Powers at (250) 626-3330 or email d.andp.powers@gmail.com Packasport System 90, It is in great shape! Can be painted to your liking.

Comes with hardware to attach to rack. This is the fiberglass kind not the plastic rooftop boxes; much nicer & sturdier. Built for all weather conditions. 21 cu.ft. Measurements: 89x36x12. Retails for $999 plus shipping & taxes What fits in it: Ski/Snowboards for 6, fishing rods, a bicycle and other gear, 4 surfboards, luggage etc.What it fits on: SUVs, mid-sized sedans, vans & station wagons. Call Kenny 778-260-7171 to view $500 Call Kenny Tsang at (778) 260-7171 or email kennytsanglive@yahoo.ca Rudsack ladies black leather motorcycle vest. Excellent shape, like new. Medium. Call Keith at (250) 557-4491 or email rka@qcislands.ca 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 2001 Dodge quad cab. 4X4 standard, 163000 km, new tires. $4,700 Call Randy at (250) 559-4255 or email karefoe@qcislands.net 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 $1,250 Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com Motorcycle tank top gear case. Call Keith at (250) 557-4491 or email rka@qcislands.ca Stormtech jacket. Large, red/black, light weight. Call Keith at (250) 5574491 or email rka@qcislands.ca Rain/wind jacket. Ladies First Gear jacket, excellent shape, label says Small, but likely a medium size. Call Keith at (250) 557-4491 or email rka@qcislands.ca

On the Water

In part or complete-Power Boats/Sail Boats

27’ bay liner. New rebuilt 454, needs to be installed. Volvo dual prop.

Needs a lot of tlc. $15000 obo. Call Bruce Stewart-burton at (250) 6263641 or email Cs-burton@live.ca 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

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Korkers Wading Boots. Almost new. Used only once! They are a size 7 men’s, but seem to fit one to two sizes smaller. So, possibly a woman’s 7.

Come with two interchangeable grips for the bottom of the boots. Felt and rubber. Paid $129, sell for $60. Call Kenny Tsang at (778) 260-7171 or email kennytsanglive@hotmail.com

Kids Zone

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

Nike Air Jordan - Size 6 Youth. In good used condition $30. Call Bonnie at (250) 626-3311 or email bonniepryde@gmail.com Boys Bogs - Brand New with Tags. Size US Youth 6.Green camo print.

These boots sell for $85 on bogsfootwear.ca $50 Call Bonnie at (250) 6263311 or email bonniepryde@gmail.com 100 % pure Merino Wool Sleep Sack. Go-go bag for babies aged 0-2 These retail for US$119 new on merinokidsusa.com. In excellent used condition $60 Call Bonnie at (250) 626-3311 or email bonniepryde@ gmail.com Baby Bogs -2 pairs. In good used condition - worn by 1 baby. Purple ones are baby size 4, pink ones are baby size 6. These sell for $55 each on bogsfootwear.ca. Selling both pairs together for $50 Call Bonnie at (250) 626-3311 or email bonniepryde@gmail.com Baby Padraig Slippers - 2 Pairs. In good used condition - worn by 1 baby. Rainbow Pair are size 5 (small baby) Pink-turquoise pair are size 7 (toddler). These retail for $40 each on padraigcottage.com. Both pairs for $30 Call Bonnie at (250) 626-3311 or email bonniepryde@gmail.com Baby Stuff. Crib Music and Lights player *NEW* - $20. Baby Sleep Sacks - Grobag Brand (pink size 0-6months) (blue size 6-18months) - $10 each. Box of baby clothes 12-18months (lots of fleece and warm clothes!)

-$15 In Masset Call Keshia Chutter at (250) 626-7339 or email keshia. camp@hotmail.com BABY MOCCS’. Hand stitched & designed by Elsie Gale with faux shearling, ultra-suede, fabric paint or beads. $60 Call Elsie Burton at (250) 637-1414 or email haidahuntress@hotmail.com Assortment of marbles. Large amount of assorted marbles. $35 Call Kyle Marshall at (250) 559-4577 or email kylemarshall1001@gmail.com

Wanted

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

ACREAGE WANTED. Looking for acreage with or without dwelling in the Port Clements - Tow Hill area. Please email me to arrange viewings. Thanks in advance! Email captjosh@ mac.com Seeking Living Room, Dining Room furniture. Operation Refugees Haida Gwaii is a grassroots group of community members from all walks of life moved by the suffering of refugees.

We are actively fundraising to resettle 2 families on Haida Gwaii. We welcome monetary contributions (a NSCU account is set up), and donations of goods to furnish 2 homes. We have received several beds, thanks to all donors, and are now seeking donations of living and dining room furniture. The items must be in good to excellent condition and clean. Pickup can be arranged. Your donations will be gratefully received. Email refugee.sponsors.hg@gmail.com 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 Wanted: Oceanfront Property. In Queen Charlotte or Port Clements. Email sminni@telus. net

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Looking for counter top, cedar shingles, etc. Hello, I am looking for about a 6’ piece of counter top material, any type, preferably non-porous. Also, I need a very small amount of cedar shingles, to cover an area of about 40 sq. feet. Also on the market for a small crystal chandelier. If you have, and are interested in selling any of these things, please contact me.

Call Genevieve at (778) 231-3632 or email genofeve1@gmail.com Old Stereo system. Hi, Looking for an old stereo system - amp and speakers. Needs to have phono input for record player. thanks Email jaygrow@yahoo.com Wanted: Turntable. ISO a record player. Preferably with the phono amp built in. Let me know if you have one that you don’t use anymore. Call Brandon Rim at (250) 566-5438 or email Beringo123@gmail.com Looking for a house to rent. We are a family of 9. We currently live in the Okanagan area.

We are looking to move to the island Feb. 1 of 2016. We hope to find a place that we can garden and have a family milking cow in our back yard. A sustainable little homestead. If you have a place or know of someone who does please email us, text us or call us. Warm regards, Steven and Yvonne.Call (250) 307-8192 or email tsadiyq@hotmail.com Volunteers needed on East Limestone Island! Laskeek Bay Conservation Society is looking for individuals to volunteer on East Limestone Island this summer for a week at a time. Depending on the week you choose, you may be capturing and weighing Ancient Murrelet chicks, embarking on a sea survey, or monitoring local song bird populations - all from our remote wilderness research station near Gwaii Haanas. There are no particular skills required, and all ages are welcome. For more info, go to www.laskeekbay.org Call Lindsay Seegmiller at (250) 559-2345 or email laskeek@laskeekbay.org Wanted - Cloth Pull Up Diapers. Looking to buy or rent or borrow a set of cloth pull up diaper training pants for my approx. 30 pound toddler.

Call Bonnie at (250) 626-3311 or email bonniepryde@gmail.com DRUMS WANTED. Bongo drums, conga, djembe, etc. Call Robin St. Amour at (778) 714-7756 or email robinst.amour1956@gmail.com WANTED. 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 Wanted - Rent to Own. Looking for an affordable home for a family between Tlell and Masset. Willing to consider properties that need work. We have permanent full time local employment. If your property has been for sale for a while and could use a caretaker that will contract to purchase over time call us. Rent-to-owns are great for a seller as you’ve got a guaranteed buyer instead of your property sitting on the market empty and neglected. Call Denis at (250) 626-8993 or email sebastienbach@outlook.com Working fridge. Need a working fridge a s a p. Call Toni at (250) 626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins.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 Wanted: Rental for Single Retired Person and Small Dog. Looking for home in Masset/Tow Hill area starting Feb 15 or asap. Recently arrived from Victoria/Mayne Island and planning to settle in Haida Gwaii for indefinite period, at least until Aug 2017. I’m an active senior woman, interested in getting involved in community and volunteering. Retired massage therapist and nurse, previously involved in varied issues, would like to help out with children, First Nations projects etc. Furnished or semi-furnished would be ideal. I’m also open to sharing if right combination presented itself. Call Susan at (250) 896-8827 or email squipp.896@ gmail.com Wanted working fridge or stand up freezer. Willing to pay up to $50. Call Pete at (250) 637-1023 or email Katinic@haidagwaii.ca

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Looking for House to Rent. My husband and I, and our small and very quiet dog, are looking for a house to rent in Queen Charlotte City or Skidegate from April 15 to July 15. Thanks!

Call Mallory at (604) 849-3456 or email mallorytonner@gmail.com Wanted: Peavey. Do you have an old Peavey sitting around? I would like to trade or purchase one. thanks, Kieran. Email riparian.banks@gmail.com ISO Washer. Old washer packed it in. Looking for a reasonably priced replacement in good working condition. Call Travis at (250) 637-1011 or email Bigfoot@haidagwaii.net Looking to rent a camperfor 10 days in July. Go fishing ever year at Rennell Sound would like to bring the wife and kids this time, but need more than the wall tent for them to come& I can’t bring my camper and boat at the same time. Will pay good money to make the family comfortable. Call Kyle at (780) 625-1071 or email medland4@hotmail.com Looking for someone to help me with Quicken 2013. I am having a difficult time trying to figure out some of my Canadian Quicken transactions and accounts. I am willing to pay someone who would be able to help me organize my Quicken data and correct the problems that I am having. Please pass this info on to someone you may know; even help by phone would be great. Call Karen at (250) 559-4255 or email karefoe@qcislands.net Wanted: Blacksmithing 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 Propane Tank. Looking to buy a 100 lb. propane tank. Please call or email if you have one.

Thanks. Call Bev or Terry at (778) 260-0059 or email bshannon60@hotmail.com Looking for help with raspberries. I need someone to dig up and help move some raspberry canes. Wage negotiable. Call Patricia at (250) 637-5755 or email patonmoresby@hotmail.com Ready to Relocate. Are you seeking a congenial, responsible, independent, financially stable, long-term renter for your unfurnished 2-3 bedroom house (in good repair), in the Tlell or Queen Charlotte area, who will treat your house and property with respect and the utmost of care? If so, we need to talk. Please contact me, Debbie, tel#250-849-5693, cell#250-6158106, or email pebbles_810@hotmail.com. I look forward to speaking with you at your earliest convenience.

Seeking Four auto tires. P185/65 R14 Call David Greenall at (250) 626-8930 or email woodjerks@hotmail.com

Freebies

Anything that just needs a new home!

FREE Bicycle. Needs work Call Toni at (250) 626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins.com FREE Firewood, easy access. Side of road. Come by 21 Jasper Avenue (Port Clements) and help yourself Call (250) 661-9012 or email Dustin@rushworthelectric.ca FREE Insulated pallet covers. We have several silver shinny insulated and padded pallet covers, anyone with a good idea on how to reuse them can have them. Tent, garden covers, space ship??? Come have a look at Ranch Feeds. Call Leslie at (250) 557-4276 or email rfeeds@qcislands.net Did you buy a rototiller? Don’t remember who it was that bought the small rototiller from us this spring but I have found more parts and manual for it. Call Mike Garrett at (250) 559-8439 or email doromike@qcislands.net

Real Estate & Rentals

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

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

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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 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 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 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 1-888-2861932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com 18 Acres Park and Ocean Property! 18 acres In Port Clements. The west side runs 700 feet along Bayview Drive, the east side borders the Port Clements Community Park. Beautiful greenscape, very private yet close to school, post office, library and grocery store. Minutes away from exceptional hunting, fishing, firewood, and all the wilderness has to offer. Water and sewer available. Sub dividable or leave as is. Potential amazing view of the ocean with spectacular sunsets. Some timber. Price $150,000 Call 250-557-4421 or email ccbeachy@gmail.com 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 harbor, overlooking Shingle Bay. 12,000sqft structure, with 16 two-room suites as well as managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accommodation and catering kitchen. Well suited to many business applications : motel, adventure lodge, B&B, or more! Price $659,000 Call 250 286 3293 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 Queen Charlotte View / 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. Call 250 559 7716 or email cai@islandnet.com 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 @ 250-559-8766 or email jayandjamie50@gmail.com

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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 1-778-828-9165 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 & 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 or 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca. Price $399,000 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 & 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 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 Price $Various Call 250 631-3055 or email vernonbyberg@gmail.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 Priced to Sell!! Home for Sale! 1620 Spruce Cr. Masset, BC MLS#: R2016576 Recently reduced from $77,900. to $74,900.!! 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. MLS#: R2016576 Call Brian to view toll free at 1-866-303-5286 or on my cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@ royallepage.ca.

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Lots for sale in Masset Two stunning Sanctuary View properties to choose from, with gorgeous summer sunsets. Priced to sell. Price $25,000 each Call (250) 668-2578 or email daryl@acdcmechanicalconsulting.ca 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. Price $200,000 Call 250-626-7443 or email info@ haidagwaiitrader.com For Rent at Skidegate Landing. One bedroom furnished apartment.

Quiet location. Nice and clean. $650 per month. Utilities included. No smoking. No pets. Call 250-626-8930 or email woodjerks@hotmail.com Masset Duplex for Sale Two fully furnished three bedroom units with six appliances each - great opportunity for the right persons interested in running accommodations and or fishing charters - for information call 1-855-622-353 or 250-626-3530 or email rosiedogwood@gmail.com Price $160,000 Call Riverfront Acreage for Sale! 9226 Tow Hill Rd MLS R2021211 Riverfront acreage. 15 minutes from Masset. World-class Coho fishing on the Sangan River! 10-minute walk to the beach. Surrounding properties have good water. Property is treed. Hydro at lot line. Good building sites. A must-see!! Call to view! Toll free 1-866-303-5286 or on his cell 604557-3597 or 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $149,000 Reduced!! House for Sale 1829 Cedar Cr. MLS N243672 This home is a great buy! Many recent renovations. Newer metal roof, kitchen cupboards and counters (2011), vinyl plank flooring in the living room and hallway (2011), new vinyl windows (2012), ceiling fan in the master bedroom, oil tank, rug on the stairs, bathtub and enclosure, dehumidifier in the basement. Close to downtown and the marina. Fenced, private backyard. To view call Brian at home 250-626-5286 or his cell @ 604-557-359 or 250626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $122,900 Beautiful Ocean Front Acreage for Sale!! 10987 Tow Hill Rd MLS N246579 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. To view call Brian at home toll free 1-866-303-5286 or on my cell 604-557-3597 or 250-6265286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca. Price $229,000 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. Prices are varied. Call 250-559-0014 or email gncorp1@ gmail.com 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 and living space down featuring exposed wood ceiling beams, large sandstone fireplace, oak flooring, maple counter tops, kitchen island & walk-in pantry. The home could use some TLC & updating. Outbuildings include: storage building, shed and chicken coop. Drilled well. Septic. Price $220,000 Call 1-888-286-1932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com Top Floor of House For Rent - Skidegate Reserve For Rent: upper floor of a beautiful house in Skidegate. 2 bedrooms. $700/month plus utilities. No smoking. No pets. References required. No emails please. Call: 604.984.2847 Mike

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House for rent in Masset $ 875 plus utilities. 3 bedroom duplex for rent in Masset, one and half bathroom. Clean, no smoking, no pets. Reference required. Available immediately. Email coastalp@citytel.net or phone 250 600 6637 705 5th QCC - Oceanfront 5 bedroom 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 SOLD! Three Bedroom House For Sale Three bedroom, one and a half bathroom, 1440 sq. foot home, with a private back yard. SOLD! Call 250559-4217 or email cmcguffie@hotmail.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 Harbor 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 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 and 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 and there is good road access & electrical service. Price $245,000 Call 1-888-286-1932 or email edhandja@ bcoceanfront.com Building with 2 Bachelor Suites For Rent - Skidegate Reserve For Rent: on the Skidegate Reserve, Tanu House, 2 separate bachelor suites are available immediately for rent for $700 each per month. Fully furnished.

Utilities extra. No smoking. No Pets. References required. Available immediately. No emails please. Cal Mike @ 604.984.2847 Apartment for rent in Queen Charlotte Furnished one-bedroom apartment in downtown Queen Charlotte. Deck with ocean view. $700/month, utilities included. Laundry room in building. No smoking. Available March 1 or earlier. Contact Don 250-557-4788 or turkey@haidagwaii.net Price $700 Call 250-557-4788 or email turkey@haidagwaii.net Roommate wanted Looking for clean Room mate to share house located in Masset on Pine Crescent. Two Storey House, three bedroom with two bathroom. Fully furnished washer/dryer included. Price $350 Call 506-229-0235 or email nikolasmidbo@gmail.com 4 Acres Beach Frontage Beautiful home on 5 acres. Approx. 4 acres beach frontage. Large, bright kitchen with dining room. Lots of cupboard space throughout home. Separate laundry room. Formal dining and living room. Pergo flooring in living room. Carpet in bedrooms. Fantastic view. Forest backdrop. Close to amenities and nature. 2 garages. Attached shop. Electric and wood stove heat. Price $360,000 Call 250 559 4247 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com 2 bedroom secluded home on a quiet hill 2 bedroom mostly furnished house located on a secluded road behind the secondary school in qcc, on the hill. Main floor has a bright foyer, bathroom, kitchen, Livingroom, access to large wired wood shed, and one large deck with access to main bedroom. Small deck off the second bedroom. Large wood stove and electric heat. Storage space under the house. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove.

Price $134,000 Call Kalina @250-559-0075 or email kalinagelinas@ hotmail.com

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Oceanfront Property for sale! Priced to Sell! 2255 Marwell Rd MLS R2027624 3.28 acres of old growth forest, 10 minutes from Masset. 10 minute walk to a beautiful secluded beach surrounded by sand dunes. Lots of level building sites and easy access to the property. This area is called South Beach dunes with all lots being two acres plus. This property is priced to sell @ $95,000.00 Call Brian to view cell 604-557-3597, MLS R2027624 Price $95,000 Call 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@ royallepage.ca Recently reduced! Oceanfront home for sale. 179 Bayview Port Clements MLS N240919 Oceanfront property with westerly exposure near downtown Port Clements. The salmon runs go right by in the fall! Amazing sunsets from this property, the inlet and mountain views are forever changing. Migratory birds and plenty of wild life viewing. The shop and house on the property are in need of some repair. They are port and beam cedar-style buildings. Call Brian to view toll free 866-303-5286 his cell 604-557-3597 or 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price: $79,900 Oceanfront property for sale! 2060 Marwell Rd MLS N228599 Small oceanfront cabin to stay in while you build. Great building site with ocean view and just feet from the beach. Very good driveway. All 10 min from Masset. Call Brian to view or for all your Real Estate needs toll free 866303-5286 his cell 604-557-3597 or 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@ royallepage.ca Price $209,000 Oceanfront home for sale! 1608 Delkatla Masset MLS N235063 Oceanfront home. The patio off the dining area has a great view of the harbor, and the fisherman wharf..beautiful view! The sauna is a wonderful features especially after a day out fishing or crabbing on North Beach.

This home has great re venue potential for a B&B or guest home. Both main exterior doors are carved cedar... very nice touch! The main entrance is also done in cedar. A must see! Give Brian a call to view. toll free 866-303-5286 his cell 604-557-3597 or 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $229,000 Home for Sale! #1 May Str, Port Clements MLS N235134 Very nice 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom home on 3 level lots centrally located in Port Clements. Great for either a revenue property, Bed & Breakfast or a very comfortable family home. Must be seen - modernly designed, open concept kitchen and dining room with a big living room. lots of room for parking, space for an RV site, boats and/or shop! 10x12 utility shed. Call Brian to view toll free 866-303-5286 his cell 604-557-3597 or 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $229,000 Oceanfront Acreage for sale! 10959 Tow Hill Rd MLS N245814 Oceanfront home on 1.996 acres. Drilled well 2 yrs old, good water, newly installed filter system. Newly painted interior. New laminate and tile flooring. Boiler recently serviced. Unbelievable view. Your own private beach access. Huge deck . Could not be replaced for asking price. To view call Brian toll free 866-303-5286 his cell 604-557-3597 or 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $495,000 3-4 bedroom apartment in QC For Rent Price $1200 per month. Call 250-557-4788 or email turkey@haidagwaii.net 3 Bedroom in Masset - For Rent Pine Cres. 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath duplex for rent. Good clean condition, unfurnished. Non-smoking. References required. Available immediately. $750 month plus utilities. Call 250-226-6886 to arrange viewing.

Port Clements House is updated. Wood stove. HW tank replaced 2014.

Includes 1000 sq ft shop with hydro, water, and washroom. Heated with wood stove. Also has 15 x 16 shed with concrete floor and wood shed Back yard has big fish pond and nice deck, fenced. 2 min drive to marina All appliances incl. photos avail upon request. Price $149,900 Call 250557-4697 or email shannongotthardt@gmail.com

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SANGAN RIVER UPLAND ACREAGE - HAIDA GWAII BC Spectacular 160 acres on Haida Gwaii close to the community of Masset.

Access to the excellent fly fishing of the Sangan River, moments from the sandy beaches along Tow Hill Road. Excellent recreational retreat property. Price $195,000 Call 604-664-7633 or email rich@landquest.com For sale at Skidegate Landing This house has an extra suite to help with the mortgage. Both suites are self-contained. The downstairs suite has 960 square feet with 2 bedrooms. The upstairs suite has 600 square feet with 1 bedroom. Four lots Well maintained. Quiet location next to the forest.

Spring water. Price $167,000 Call 250 626 8930 or email woodjerks@ hotmail.com View Property in Queen Charlotte 2 (or 3) bedroom trailer, comfortable and in good condition. Roof is being assessed, will adjust asking price is there is a problem. Great view of Bearskin Bay from ridge overlooking the main road, so relatively quiet. Generous sized rooms. Wood heat. Big windows, plenty of light. 203 Second Avenue. Call Jane 604 733 1253 to arrange a viewing or e-mail jkinegal@hotmail.com. Currently rented, tenants have agreed to show the place by appointment only.

Rural West Coast Style Home on 5 Acres – Nadu Road 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1375 sq. ft. house with extra square footage. 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 beautiful garden, fenced yard and a deck off the living room. Open concept living with hardwood floors throughout, vaulted ceilings and exposed beams; vaulted ceilings incorporate tongue and groove alder. Ample windows provide plenty of natural light and a lot of character in this spacious, airy home. Large kitchen with lots of counter space and a pantry for extra storage. 3 bedrooms and one bathroom are situated on the second level – great for a family. Water is on well system with a 2yr old inline pump installed. Washer/dryer/dishwasher/stove/fridges are included. Priced at $190,000; reasonable offers considered. Contact Sam at ismaysam@gmail.com or 250.922.4437.

Employment & Training

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

Janitorial Services- Annual Contract for the Village Of Queen Charlotte Youth Centre 924 - 3rd Avenue. Job Description: Floor care - sweeping, vacuuming, mopping. Surface care - dusting, sanitizing, glass/mirror cleaning, metal/wood polishing. Waste removal - empty trash and recycle bins. Washrooms -clean toilets and sinks. Kitchen – clean sink and counter tops. Rate of $20.00 hour for approximately 12 hours per month.

Closing date is February 17, 2016 at 3:00 PM. Please send cover letter and resume to: Sandra Brown Deputy Clerk, Village of Queen Charlotte Box 580, Queen Charlotte, BC V0T 1S0 Fax: 250-559-4742 E-mail: office@ queencharlotte.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 250-5594455 or drop your resume at the Taaw Naay Gas Station in Skidegate. Call Waneeta Richardson at (250) 559-0014 or email gncopman@gmail.com FISHING GUIDE. Fishing guides required for Local fishing Lodge. For upcoming 2016 Season, mid-May to Sept. Jet Boat and mechanical knowledge would be an asset. Must have the following valid certification: Small Vessel Operator Proficiency SVOP, Marine Emergency Duties MED A3, Marine Basic First AidMBFA and the Radio Operators Card ROC-M. Please forward your resume to: qcsafaris.bev@gmail.com Call Bev at (250) 637-1607 or email qcsafaris.bev@gmail.com

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Call For Artists. DEADLINE: MARCH 18TH, 2016. The Haida Gwaii Museum is inviting artists to submit solo and group exhibition proposals for presentation in 2016 or 2017. PROPOSAL GUIDELINES: To ensure that your proposal will be considered by the selection committee please include the following: • A clear, concise exhibition proposal (max 750 words), i.e. what you would like to show and why. Please provide information on the works to be displayed: medium/materials, number of works, sizes, and hanging/installation requirements. • An artist statement (max 750 words) relating your current and past work. Discuss aspects of your proposed work, i.e. philosophy, meaning, influence, intentions, and direction. • Curriculum vitae, résumé or a short statement about yourself – list art education and exhibitions • A minimum of 5 to a maximum of 10 digital images (on CD or emailed) of your most recent work and images or concept drawings of works proposed. Each image should be titled and/ or numbered. The museum will not be responsible for lost or damaged CDs. • An image list providing the titles, date of production, mediums and dimensions for each image provided. Please ensure your images are labelled in the same order as this image list. • For video or performance arts (ie music, dance, theatre): if your file is larger than 20MB please submit work on a flash drive, CD or DVD. • If you would like your proposal to be returned, please include a self-addressed envelope with sufficient postage.

A selection committee will review the proposals; final selections will be based on the applicant’s exhibition proposal, artist statement, demonstrated commitment to their practice and originality of work. All art practices will be considered. Exhibited artwork can be offered for sale if desired.

Artists are responsible for the delivery and pick up of their pieces. Final works must be “ready to hang.” Please contact the museum if you have any questions or would like assistance with your proposal. Proposals must be delivered/emailed/postmarked to the Haida Gwaii Museum no later than 5:00 pm Friday, March 18th, 2016. Call Scott Marsden at (250) 5594643 or email museum@haidagwaii.net Community Support Worker Position. Permanent Part time: 20 hrs. per week (4 hrs./day, 5 days/week) $16.33 -$19.01 (JJEP Wage Grid Level 10) Use of own automobile is required. This position requires Union membership. JOB SUMMARY: This position is to work with one individual; must be able to work effectively with that individual. This team member enhances and supports the quality of life for individuals by providing the opportunity for full involvement in community living. QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Knowledge: Diploma in a related human/social service field, and Emergency First Aid and CPR Certifications. Training and Experience: One (1) year of training and experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Call Brenda Byberg at (250) 626-4664 or email aa.hgspeace@mhtv.ca Early Childhood Educator Assistant. Position: Early Childhood Educator Assistant for Little Doves Daycare – Casual / Variable Rate of Pay: As per BCGEU Collective Agreement - (Grid level 6) $14.50 - $16.89 Hours: Monday – Friday as needed, to assist the current ECE Senior Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS: Current Early Childhood Educator Assistant (or Early Childhood Educator) certification. 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. email: aa.hgspeace@mhtv.ca mail: 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 Fuel Truck Operator Wanted. North Arm Transportation Ltd. - Masset Division is now accepting applications for FUEL TRUCK OPERATOR. Class 1 preferred. Mechanical/ maintenance experience a plus. Please send resume and current driver’s abstract to natanis@ northarm.bc.ca or drop off at our office on the Fuel Dock in Masset. Other contact info: Natanis LaBoucane - Division Manager 250-626-3328 or 250-626-7534

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Children Who Witness Abuse Program Coordinator. Hours: Part-time 17.5 hours per week to fill in for a Maternity leave (ASAP until November 9, 2016, or until return of incumbent) Rate of Pay: $21.28 to 24.80 (BCGEU). The employee is NOT required to use her automobile in the performance of her duties. Job Summary: This program provides individual and/or group counselling for children male or female ages 3 to 18 who have experienced sexual assault, violence or abuse. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related human/social service field or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. In-depth and up –to-date knowledge of theory/treatment in the field of trauma and feminist counseling. Training and Experience: 2 years counselling experience with a sound knowledge and understanding in the area of violence against women and children from a feminist perspective. To be considered, please submit cover letter, resume and 3 current references from supervisors. Call Brenda Byberg at (250) 626-4664 or email aa.hgspeace@mhtv.ca Seeking Full Time Work. I will be moving up to Masset/Tow Hill in Feb. and will be looking to keep busy. Very efficient, hard worker with experience in just about every general labour field ex: landscaping, gardening, roofing, carpentry, firewood, demolition, building maintenance, painting, pressure washing, etc. I am looking to find something steady but will take on odd jobs until that is found. Thanks, Mitch. Call Mitch Pridham at (250) 637-1349 or email mitch.pridham@gmail.com FISHING GUIDE. Fishing guides required for Local fishing Lodge. For upcoming 2016 Season, mid-May to Sept. Jet Boat and mechanical knowledge would be an asset. Must have the following valid certification: Small Vessel Operator Proficiency SVOP, Marine Emergency Duties MED A3, Marine Basic First AidMBFA and the Radio Operators Card ROC-M. Please forward your resume to: qcsafaris.bev@ gmail.com Call Bev at (250) 637-1607 or email qcsafaris.bev@gmail.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 Headliners! BUFFY SAINTE-MARIE! Mob Bounce, Busty and Bass, and so much more! Planning is underway. Contact me to volunteer. This festival is going to be massive! Help celebrate music, arts, land and song! Don’t miss out!!!

Call Janet Rigg at (250) 557-4242 or email sewnart@haidagwaii.net PC Youth Initiative was a huge success. The Port Clements Youth Group would like to extend their appreciation to those who contributed to our first youth-led initiative. The VOPC Fire Department has opened their space to our youth and as meetings continue and ideas come to fruition, we are so grateful for this opportunity. Laura Bishop of the Haida Gwaii Recreation Commission, Bev Lore of the VOPC Recreation Committee, And members of the Seniors’ Committee have already shown us kindness and support. We invite the community to keep us in mind as bottle and can collection will become a regular fundraising activity for this group. The group is currently being facilitated by Deputy Fire Chief and School District 50 IT Technician Ryan Brown. Thus far, the group has met and discussed policies, procedures, networking, partnerships, funding ideas and activities for youth and families in Port Clements and Tlell.

Some of these ideas are hiking, camping, climbing, paddling, wilderness survival, island exploration, sports and hosting community events like Earth Day in the Park on Saturday, April 23rd (stay tuned)! Other Youth Engagement initiatives that have also been discussed are Peer Facilitation Training, volunteering with the VOPC Recreation Committee, bringa-youth-to-work days, and invite a youth representative onto your committee, society or council. In the spirit of sharing our enthusiasm, the group has organized a Junior Valentine's Dance on February 12 at the PC Community Hall. The group has invited youth ages 10-14 from the North and the South. The group has raised funds to rent the Community Hall, purchase decorations, prizes and some snacks. The group has organized a music playlist with age appropriate music and many are arriving at the hall early Friday to decorate the hall. It has been a privilege to witness the impact these intelligent and talented young people have on the community. I am so optimistic about the future of the Port Clements Youth Group. Email concherella@gmail.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. The Museum also presents exhibition and public programming including; tours, artist’s talks and workshops, artist residency programs, and demonstrations. 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. Memberships to the Museum are available through the gift shop. 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

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FREE Small Business Webinars. Haida Gwaii Community Futures is partnering with Small Business BC to livestream webinars in our Masset office. February 29th is Marketing Essentials. March 3rd is Social Media& March 11th isTax Sense. Call Jayne at (250) 626-5594 or email office@haidagwaiifutures.ca for times and details.

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 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 2016 HG Film Festival March 11, 12 & 13. Come one! Come all! Come out and enjoy some amazing Canadian films!

March 11th Skidegate at the Kaay Centre,10 am to 10 pm. March 12th Queen Charlotte Community Hall (134 Bay Street), 10 am to 10 pm. March 13th Port Clements Community Hall (120 Bayview Drive) 10 am to 10 pm. Themes for 2016: Atmospheres of Democracy, Wild Web World, and Frame by Frame. March 14th Animation Workshop led by David Donar, QC Teen Centre (924 3rd Ave.) FESTIVAL PASSES: Festival Pass: $50. A Series of Films in one Block: $10. Family Festival Pass: $70. Elders Over 65 Years Old: Free. Day Pass: $30. Children under 12 years old: Free.For more info call Dafne Romero at (250) 637-1489, email haidagwaiifilmfestival@gmail.com or see www. haidagwaiifilmfestival.ca Port Clements Rod & Gun Club .22 Shoot. Everyone is welcome! Our next event is a .22 shoot on Sunday, March 6th from 2-4pm. Bring your own rifle or try one of ours! The Port Clements Rod and Gun Club is a community based club supporting local hunting and fishing interests. Members and guests welcome! Located on Juskatla Road (5 km Southwest of PC). Questions? Comments? Call Ron Haralson at (250) 557-4255 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Port Clements Museum. OPEN weekends 2 to 4 p.m. $3 admission adults, seniors & teens; free for members & children. We will open up if you ask. Call to arrange a special opening. Browse the photo albums, admire the gigantic machines, and be amazed by how it was. 45 Bayview Drive, Port Clements. Call Brigid Cumming at (250) 557-4576 or email pcmuseum@qcislands.ca Queen Charlotte Visitor Centre. Are you new to Haida Gwaii, just visiting, or need local info or gifts? The Queen Charlotte Visitor Centre is open during the winter months. Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Pop in for a visit! Call Maureen Weddell at (250) 559-8316 or email info@qcinfo.ca Book Club Readers Update! Join us in reading the Red Star Tattoo by Sonja Larsen. Twelve copies of Red Star Tattoo have arrived in Port Clements and the Book Club will meet on February 22, 2016 at 7:30 pm to discuss this book. This Book Club is inclusive and anyone can join. To view Book Club sets, check out the Vancouver Island Regional Library website address: www.virl.bc.ca. For more info on the club email Concherella@gmail.com 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 Transformational Yoga Retreat. Only 5 spots left for the May 25-30, 2016 Yoga retreat that we will be hosting at Haida House! Kick start your year by committing to an inspirational yoga retreat that will shift your mindset and change your life. All levels from beginner to advanced are welcome! All details for the retreat can be found on my website: www.jannormanyoga.com/haida-gwaii-2016/ or email jan.norman3@gmail.com 2016 HG Film Festival Fundraiser! All are welcome! Come out and enjoy a Spanish menu dinner followed by the movie: “Flamenco” by Carlos Saura and at the same time help support the HG Film Festival! Located at the Yakoun River Inn (117 Bayview Drive) Port Clements. Doors will open at 6pm. Dinner is at 6:30 and the movie starts at 7pm.

All funds will go to support the 2016 Haida Gwaii Film Festival. Call Dafne Romero at (250) 637-1489 or email haidagwaiifilmfestival@gmail.com

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Ride to the big smoke. Hi folks, I’m looking to find a ride to Vancouver. I’m hoping to get there around the 2nd or 3rd of March. Will pitch in for gas- unfortunately can’t help with the driving as I don’t have a driver’s license. If anyone is headed that way around that time let me know. Thanks Call Frances Bateham at (250) 673-1759 or email Haidagwaiiseasalts@gmail. com

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Business Services/Business Products

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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) 557-4593 or email crowsnest@haidagwaii.ca MARY KAY. Contact me today for a brochure and free samples (skin care to suit you with a colour card too) Top Quality products. Fragrance Free. Something for everyone! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee = No Buying Mistakes! I am on Haida Gwaii every 2-3 months, based out of Charlotte.

When I am not on Haida Gwaii I live on Bowen Island and am reachable by text, phone, e mail and website: www.marykay.ca/dbottay FREE SHIPPING on all mail orders over $50 *If you don’t already have a Mary Kay consultant please contact me for a free consultation. Call Donna (Durrance) Bottay at (778) 988-3854 or email dbottay@me.com MARY KAY. “Spring Special” free mascara with every $100 purchase!

Offer available now to end of March 2016. Ask about my customer loyalty card. To book an appointment, call today and try for free! Regina Williams Mobile (250)626-9009 or haidagwaiimk@gmail.com Energy Healing Services. I am a practitioner in Reiki and I am looking to share services. My rates are between 30 to 100 dollars based off what you can afford. I have a specialty in that I can work with deep tissue pain and cut the negative bonds people put onto us. And then I finish it off with a karma scrub so you feel all brand new and shiny. Call Trenton Terrance at (250) 526-0016 or email ttratz@telus.net 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 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! Call Shellene Van der Beke at (250) 557-2088 or email info@haidagwaiitrader. com Available for hire-work exchange. I have come to visit the islands and would like to stay, find work, permanent residence. I am from Alberta, capable and multi-talented. -Journeyman steel fabricator (4 yrs.) - Some training in heavy duty mechanics. - I hold an Alberta Class 1 w/air driving license, - private pilot’s license. - Spent 12 years working in oil and gas, operating leases and facilities, learning how to operate and maintain various pieces of mechanical process equipment. I have consulted and managed on facility design and construction, pipeline etc. - Have a pickup truck, will work as a contractor, work exchange for needs met, etc.

Thank you Call Brian at (780) 781-7279 or email brian@four32consulting.com

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Bear Sewing. Centrally located in Port Clements at The Golden Spruce Motel. bearsewing@hotmail.com Call Diana Kidd at (Cell) 250626-7059 or email qcidiana@gmail.com Island Joe’s Produce. Kale available at Isabel Creek Store. Email georgehpattison@gmail.com

Last Minute Ads

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Alto Saxophone with case and books. Model: Yamahiro Gs-110 It’s in a great condition and comes with all the necessities such as reeds, cork grease, strap and case. Two saxophone books and Hercules stand are included as well. $650 Call Brandon Rim at (250) 637-1446 or email Beringo123@gmail.com Deep fryer. Electric Deep fryer for sale. This item has been maintained well. Very clean and works just like new. $80 Call Brandon Rim at (250) 637-1446 or email Beringo123@gmail.com 1998 Ford Windstar. *2 new front tires *204,332 km *runs well Feel free to come take a look. Email or text me for more info. $2,500 Call Brandon Rim at (250) 637-1446 or email Beringo123@gmail.com GE Over-the-range microwave/range hood. Good working condition, we upgraded so no longer needed $50 Emailmonica@qcislands.net Computer desk and hutch. Older desk with upper cabinets $25 Call Gordon at (250) 637-5755 or email patngord@qcislands.ca

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Old Massett/Masset Masset Lectures Mondays, Feb 1, 29 & Mar 14 / 7pm-9pm / Northwest Community College Masset Campus / 2151 Tahayghen Dr (east entrance of Tahayghen Elementary School) / Part of an ongoing lecture series.

Port Clements – Cont.

2016 Haida Gwaii Film Festival Port Clements

Community members volunteer to present a lecture on a topic of their expertise, or on a topic that they wish to learn more about. This is an opportunity to learn from each other, and to support each other in our own learning. Topics cover anything relevant to life on Haida Gwaii, including natural history, human history, culture, local foods, outdoor activities, and practical skills. For more information contact Stu at 626-3868 th or stu.crawford@gmail.com. Feb 15 : “Writing Towards the Light” with Stephen Reid, & “Species at Risk: Where are we at?” with Berry Wijdeven. th th Feb 29 and Mar 14 topics and presenters to be announced.

Sun, Mar 13 / 10am-10pm / Port Clements Community Hall / 120 Bayview Drive / Come one, come all! Great films brought to you by the Images on the Archipelago Film Festival Society. Themes for 2016: ATMOSPHERES OF DEMOCRACY. Social justice, human rights, sociology, politics. WILD WEB WORLD. Environment, ecology of mind, philosophy. FRAME BY FRAME. Animation, non-narrative films. FESTIVAL PASSES: Festival Pass: $50 A Series of Films in one Block: $10 Family Festival Pass: $70 Elders Over 65 Years Old: Free Day Pass: $30 Children Under 12 Years Old: Free. For more information contact Dafne Romero at 250-637-1489 or haidagwaiifilmfestival@gmail.com or www.haidagwaiifilmfestival.ca

FREE Webinars Presented by

Port Clements Book Club

HaidaGwaii Community Futures, livestreamed in our office at 1587 McLeod, up-coming schedule as follows: Marketing Essentials Mon, Feb 29, 9am -12 noon/ This webinar is fast-paced and interactive, filled with examples to get entrepreneurial ideas flowing and leave you with solid next steps for your marketing.

Mon, Feb 22 / 7:30pm-9pm / Port Clements Multiplex / This group is inclusive and you are welcome to join anytime, we are meeting monthly. Check in to verify the location of the Book Club meeting as this may change. For more information contact Conch at concherella@gmail.com

Social Media and Online Marketing Thu, Mar 3 / 1 - 4pm This webinar focuses on understanding social media, how it’s connecting people and how it can work for your business.

Tax Sense Fri, Mar 11 / 9am-12 noon/ Find out about the different types of business structures and the tax benefits of each. Keep yourself, the bank, and the tax man happy For more information on any Webinar contact Allison at 250-559-4499 or www.meetup.com/Haida-Gwaii-Community-Futures

Port Clements Joan Macleod Playreading Sat, Feb 20 / 7:30-9pm / Port Clements Vancouver Island Regional Library / 21 Park Street / Join award winning playwright, Joan Macleod reading from her plays. For more information contact Josina Davis at 250557-4709 or josinadavis@gmail.com or hgartscouncil.ca

PC Historical Society Regular Meeting Tue, Mar 8 / 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

Regular Council Meeting Monday, Feb 15, Mar 7 / 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

Port Clements Rod and Gun Club - .22 Shoot Sun, Mar 06 / 2pm-4pm / Port Clements Rod and Gun Club, Juskatla Road / Everyone is welcome! Bring your own rifle or try one of ours!

The Port Clements Rod and Gun Club is a community based club supporting local hunting and fishing interests. Members and guests welcome!

Located on Juskatla Road (5 km Southwest of PC). For more information contact Ron Haralson at 250-557-4255 or info@haidagwaiitrader.com

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2016 Seedy Saturday Sat, Mar 12 / 11:00am-2:00pm / Port Clements Community Hall / 120 Bayview Drive / The Graham Island East Coast Farmers' Institute and Haida Gwaii Local Foods is proud to present this year's swap and shop for gardeners! Come one, come all!

Free admission! Lunch concession by the Port Clements grade 7 class. To reserve a table call Linda at 250-559-8975. While supplies last there will be seeds, strawberry plants, rhubarb, seed potatoes, goat milk soap, raspberry canes, fresh eggs, a seed exchange table by donation and much more! For more information contact Linda Louis at 250-559-8975 or sewwhat@qcislands.net

Volunteer Fire Department Wednesdays 7:30pm-9pm / PC Firehall / 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

Tlell Graham Island East Coast Farmers' Institute Annual General Meeting Thu, Feb 18 / 7:309pm / Tlell Fire Hall 36542 Highway 16 For those interested in food and learning more about how to grow and raise it. Come to our AGM and become a member of GIECFI! For more information contact Linda Louis at 250 559-8975 or sewwhat@qcislands.net or www.sites.google.com/site/giecfi/home

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

Skidegate 2016 Haida Gwaii Film Festival - Skidegate Fri, Mar 11 / 10am-10pm / Skidegate Performance House / Kay Centre / Come one, come all! Great films brought to you by the Images on the Archipelago Film Festival Society. Themes for 2016: ATMOSPHERES OF DEMOCRACY. Social justice, human rights, sociology, politics. WILD WEB WORLD. Environment, ecology of mind, philosophy. FRAME BY FRAME. Animation, nonnarrative films. FESTIVAL PASSES: Festival Pass: $50 A Series of Films in one Block: $10 Family Festival Pass: $70 Elders Over 65 Years Old: Free Day Pass: $30 Children Under 12 Years Old: Free.

For more information contact Dafne Romero at 250-637-1489 or haidagwaiifilmfestival@gmail.com or www.haidagwaiifilmfestival.ca

Skidegate – Cont.

All Islands’ Art Show Grand Opening Fri, Feb 19 / 7pm-9pm Haida Heritage Center / Ḵay Llnagaay /. The All Islands' Art Show is an annual event held to showcase the visual artists of Haida Gwaii. The adjudicated show is held at the Haida Gwaii Museum and welcomes artists working in a variety of media. Come celebrate and appreciate local artists at the All Islands' Art Show Grand Opening on February 19th. All are welcome. Artists are encouraged to donate appetizers. Exhibition runs from Feb 19 to March 19. For more information contact Allison at 250-637-1550 or allislandartshow@gmail.com or hgartscouncil.ca

Artists in Gwaii Haanas On now until April 30, 2016/ Haida Gwaii Museum at Kay Llnagaay / Artists spanning three decades in age have brought together three divergent practices from the recent artists residency program. Come out and see the latest collection of works by Kathy Pick (Queen Charlotte), Matthew Eric Miles (Victoria) & Rosa Quintana Lillo (Agassiz), including a collaborative installation. This exhibition is a collaborative effort between the Gwaii Haanas and the Haida Gwaii Museum. This exhibition runs until April 30, 2016. Museum is open Tues-Saturday, 10am - 5pm. For more information call 250-559-7885 or email museum@haidagwaii.net

Haala K'aajuu Guu Come Sing All Friday, Feb 26/10:30am-11:30am Strong Minds Building, across from the Skidegate Health Centre / Haala K’aajuu Guu is 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 250-559-4610

Queen Charlotte 2016 Haida Gwaii Film Festival Fundraiser Sat, Mar 5 / 6:30-10pm Queen Charlotte Legion / 202 2nd Avenue / All are welcome!

Come out and enjoy a Spanish menu dinner followed by the movie: "Flamenco" by Carlos Saura, and at the same time, help support the HG Film Festival! Doors open at 6pm.

Dinner is at 6:30 and the movie starts at 7pm. All funds will go to support the 2016 Haida Gwaii Film Festival. For more information contact Dafne Romero at 250-637-1489 or haidagwaiifilmfestival@gmail.com or www.haidagwaiifilmfestival.ca

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Registered Programs Alternate Fitness A FREE modified fitness class for those at risk for, or living with, chronic conditions such as diabetes, osteoporosis, and arthritis.

Masset When: Tuesdays & Thursdays (until March 17th) Where: Masset Legion Time: 12-12:45pm

Port Clements When: Thursdays (until March 10th) Where: Seniors Room at the Multiplex Time: 1-2pm

Circuit FitnessSandspit Come out and get fit! Modified exercises are available and encouraged, go at your own pace. Open to all fitness levels!

When: Mondays & Thursdays (until March 10th) Where: ALM Elementary Gym Time: Monday 7-8pm / Thursday 6:30-7:30pm Cost: $5 per class

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Shito Ryu Youth & Adult Karate – Skidegate Shito

Ryu Seiki Kai Karate is classical karate taught in the traditional Okinawan style. Come out and learn self-defense with a certified karate instructor!

Beginners are welcome! Wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Youth (ages 14 and under): When: Tuesdays & Thursdays until March 17th Where: Sk’aadgaa Naay Gym Time: 6 - 7:15 pm Cost: $30 per month

Adults (Youth age 15 & up) When: Tuesdays & Thursdays until March 17th Where: Sk’aadgaa Naay Gym Time: 7:30 – 8:30 pm Cost: $30 per month

HGREC’s After School Sports & Arts Initiative Programs Come Out, Have Fun, Learn and Play!

All programs are FREE & include a healthy snack for participants. General registration and waver for each child must be completed and can be found on the HGREC website.

Masset / Old Massett Acrodance, Textiles and Beadwork, Masset Jr. Rollergirls, Yoga Forest Climb, Surf and SUP Club, Old Masset Theatre, Pottery, Surf Club.

Port Clements Acrodance, Badminton and Surf Club

Skidegate Acrodance, Hoops & Art (grades K-3 and 4-7)

Hatha Yoga – Sandspit Port Clements Sewing, Dance and MultiSport

Learn to respect your body and discover its intelligence as you stretch, strengthen, open and relax. Instructor: Jennifer Pigeon When: Tuesdays (until April 26) Where: Multiplex Seniors Room Time: 1-2 pm Cost: Absolutely FREE

For all ASSAI program times and locations, check out our website at www.hgrec.com For more info. contact Laura Bishop at 250.626.9045 or email hgrecafterschool@gmail.com and identify which program and location you wish to register for.

Please note: Extenuating circumstances may result in unexpected program cancellations

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 The United Nations and Food – Soil and Pulses Some of you may already be aware that as we leave 2015 behind, we are also leaving behind the International Year of Soils as determined by the United Nations (UN).

Announced on December 5, 2014 coinciding with the first ever World Soil Day, the UN stated that healthy “lands and soils are of paramount importance to [humankind]. As a cornerstone of sustainable ecosystems, they play an essential role in the production of food and the availability of water and energy.

Yet, despite their critical role in sustaining life on our planet, they are one of the most undervalued and overlooked natural resources”. Declaring the International Year of Soils provided soils with a voice it otherwise would not have had. Next time you walk through the forest, consider the soil our deer walk on and our cedars grow from and our berries, carrots, and lettuce are nourished

from. Respect the soil that gives all this and therefore us - life.

You may now be asking – Jeepers, I wonder what the UN has determined 2016 to be the year of? Following a year which celebrates soil, the UN has declared 2016 to be the International Year of Pulses. Pulses include lentils, beans, dry peas, and chick peas. Pulses are a protein rich food source produced with less water and other resources in comparison to animal based protein. For more information on the International Year of Pulses, the history of pulses, and recipe ideas, go to: http://www.pulses.org/ - Submitted article by Ruth Wheadon “Almost all beans are difficult to grow here (due to problems with mildew and lack of heat) other than fava/broad beans, which grow well.”

- Avid gardener Dominic Legault of Masset

Photo of Fava/Broad Beans from Pixabay

FEATURED LOCAL FOOD EVENT SWAP ‘N’ SHOP FOR GARDENERS

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SARA’S SEEDY SATURDAY of course! Seedy Saturday in Port Clements provides you with lots of great information you need to get growing a healthy garden on Haida Gwaii.

This is a great opportunity to possibly pick up seeds and plant them for the summer. You can bring a friend along to listen to local gardeners outline effective ways to grow your own food. By attending this event you are supporting local farmers and contributing to the local eating initiatives in Haida Gwaii. Connect with your local community gardens networks. GIECFI memberships will be available as well.

Saturday, March 12 from 11am to 2pm at the Port Clements Community Hall admission is FREE! Lunch concession by the Port Clements Grade 7 class. To book a table call 250-559-8975 or email sewwhat@qcislands.net

Thank You Haida Gwaii Local Food Project Sponsors!

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New GIECFI logo was created by local graphic designer, Dominic Legault of Masset. The GIECFI is a supporter of the HG Local Foods Project, Tlell Fall Fair and other farm related events.

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