HGT Magazine #85 July 2017

A WALK THROUGH

A THOUSAND

YEARS OF

HISTORY ISLANDS OF LIGHT The Haida Gwaii Vibe

WHAT DO

AGATES

MEAN TO YOU? Haida Gwaii gems explained

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by Crystal Cabin

Gratitude is Good Medicine BioBlitz 2017 Seafood Wars Solar: A Bright Future Totems in the Forest

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Haida Gwaii Eyes…Wide Open

Proactive Ponderings about Common Challenges

by Shellene Van der Beke

Ever a Challenge: Building a Better BC June 29th, 2017: two women, the Queen’s representative, Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon and Premier of British Columbia, Christy Clark, met and decided the political future of BC. BC Legislative Chambers in 1921 | Wikimedia Commons

The result: for the first time in Canada since 1926, the request of the elected government was denied.

Proactive Solutions: What’s next?

The BC NDP/ BC Green minority government is formed: Once premier-designate John Horgan is sworn in, for the first time in 16 years, the government will be led by the NDP. Although not a coalition, the Green Party has agreed to support the NDP in running the BC government together. Optimism reigns for possible progress on issues such as electoral reform, a different approach to BC Ferries, protecting our environment and fair economics.

Getting things done: With the NDP having to select someone from their party to be the next Speaker, this will mean every single vote in the legislature may be 43/43 (the NDP/Green have 44 minus 1 person as the Speaker=43 which equals the same number of Liberal MLAs). More than any time in history, the question is, can our political representatives work together for positive change? The next point will play a BIG role in this.

The importance of our participation: Haida Gwaii has only had a Member of the Legislature on the side of the government in power for 16.5 of the last 45 years. We here at Haida Gwaii Trader urge every single one of our readers to write our North Coast MLA, Jennifer Rice, to share their ideas on how BC can be better, and if you wish, send us a copy too. We’d love to read about the dreams and hopes of our neighbours here on Haida Gwaii. Email Jennifer Rice at Jennifer.Rice.mla@leg.bc.ca and Haida Gwaii Trader at info@haidagwaiitrader.com “One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your inferiors.” –Plato ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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

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

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

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IN THIS ISSUE

10 1000 Years

13 Agates Also: Your Ripple Effect................................................6

16 Islands of Light

Rice Noodle Salad.............................................14 Feathers and Wings......................................... ..21 Totems in the Forest...........................................25 Classifieds..................................................... 30 On the Cover: An unfinished canoe hidden in the forest.

Photo by Pete Moore

About Haida Gwaii Trader Magazine Editor: Shellene Van der Beke Country bumpkin at heart, Shellene believes in finding the good in people, places and things and reflecting it back to this amazing place we call home. info@haidagwaiitrader.com Assistant Editor: Peter Moore Born and raised on Haida Gwaii, Pete returned home with a degree in Journalism from UVic. pmoore@haidagwaiitrader.com Admin Assistant: Jenna Keshavjee Jenna is a 2016 UVic graduate with a degree in Visual Arts and a Minor in Commerce. Originally from Calgary, now calling the West Coast home. jennakeshavjee@gmail.com Graphic Designer: Dominic Legault Dominic has lived on Haida Gwaii for 13 years and runs Octopus Designs

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Gratitude is Good Medicine What are you grateful for? “Are you kidding me? I’m stressed at work, the kids are sick again, and our cat just died!” Agreed, that’s all tough, but in the midst of all those challenges, is there one thing you feel grateful for? “Well, at least the sun is shining today.”

Feel the difference that one positive statement makes?

The act of searching for one or two things you are grateful for, and then expressing that gratitude, can change your brain chemistry in a similar way that antidepressant medications do. Gratitude also increases our immunity, lowers blood pressure, and increases our feelings of joy, optimism and social connection. Gratitude is good medicine!

To be grateful doesn’t mean we deny reality or sugar coat past traumatic events. But it does help us remember to look at our lives with a different lens where we can start to see opportunities and growth that come with loss and pain.

To learn from a past difficult situation, ask yourself: What lessons did this experience teach me? What ability did the experience draw out of me that surprised me? How am I now more the person I want to be because of it? Has the experience removed an inner barrier so that I now can feel grateful?

To be grateful is a choice, albeit a hard one, to make when things are really stressful or painful. It helps us take the larger life perspective instead of only zooming in on what is going so badly.

When times are good, it’s easy to take people and circumstances in our life for granted. When things go wrong, we feel powerless and vulnerable. That’s when we might choose to feel grateful for what we had, and still have.

In fact, it is essential for coping. Gratitude is an energizer, it brings hope and has the power to heal.

There are three ways to grow gratitude. First, write three to five things each day or week for which you are grateful; little or big things that might include seeing a rainbow, getting a compliment, or your car not needing a new transmission after all. Secondly, write a gratitude letter to an important person in your life whom you have never properly thanked.

If you can, deliver that letter in person. Both of you will feel a surge of well-being and increased connectedness and possibly a desire to pay the kindness forward. Thirdly, say thank you when ever you can.

Gratitude also helps us realize it’s not all about us; that the positive events in our lives often come from the actions of others. It can be humbling to remember we need each other and that we are all inter-connected.

This article was inspired (with gratitude) from the book, “Gratitude Works! : A 21-Day Program for Creating Emotional Prosperity”, by Robert Emmons.

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

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Reading on the Rock Lots to Celebrate this Summer at your Local Library!

Vancouver Island Regional Library branches on Haida Gwaii will be hosting lots of fun summer initiatives this July and August for all ages.

• Adult Summer Reading Challenge: from July 4 to August 22.

Sign up for our annual summer program for adults and read your way through the summer! Challenge yourself with new formats, new topics, new titles. For each of the 13 tasks you complete, come in to get your booklet stamped and receive a draw slip to enter to win a prize. Visit your local library to sign up.

• Summer Reading Club for Kids: runs through July and August, for kids 12 and under. Sign up at the library starting in late June and receive your summer reading package. There will be weekly prize draws and a grand prize awarded at the end of the summer.

• Canada 150+ Booklist: To commemorate the 150+ anniversary of Canada, we put together a list of 150 Canadian books. Swing by your branch to pick up a copy of the list or download it online.

• Canada 150+ Poetry Anthology: Submit your Canada-themed poem to creativitycommons@virl.bc.ca by August 31 for a chance to be published in 150 by 39: A Vancouver Island Regional Library Poetry Anthology. Nanaimo’s new Poet Laureate Tina Biello will help collect and curate one poem from each of our 39 branches to appear in an anthology to be published by the end of the year in our book machine in the Creativity Commons of the Nanaimo Harbourfront branch.

• Get in Touch with Canada: Ready, set, texture! Pick up a copy of our Canada 150+ scavenger hunt. Take it with you to your backyard, local park or other outdoor space and search for the textures listed. Once completed, fill out a draw slip at your local library for your chance to win a prize.

Weekly Summer Reading Club programs for kids on Haida Gwaii!

These programs run between July 4 and August 22.

• Port Clements offers reading club programs on Wednesdays from 1:30-2:30 pm. They include stories, crafts, and book walks.

Call 250-559-4518 for more info, or email: lparker@virl.bc.ca.

• Reading club programs at the Masset Branch happen on Thursdays from 4–5 pm. They include stories, crafts, and book walks. Call 250-559-4518 for more info, or email: lparker@virl.bc.ca.

• In Queen Charlotte, reading club programs happen on Fridays from 10:30-11:30 am, and will include literature-based crafts. Call 250-559-4518 for more info, or email: lparker@virl.bc.ca.

• Sandspit reading club programs will be on Wednesdays from 10:30-11:30 am, and will include literature-based crafts. Call 250637-2247 for more info, or email: lparker@virl.bc.ca.

OPEN HOURS Queen Charlotte

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

Masset

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

Port Clements

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

Sandspit

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

The Vancouver Island Regional Library – Haida Gwaii is now on facebook!

Give our page a “like” and get the latest information about library events and services right here on Haida Gwaii.

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Great Eats

at the OV!

By Yvonne Smith

One of my favourite places to eat has always been the Ocean View Restaurant and Pizzeria in Queen Charlotte, now at their new location overlooking the QC Harbour. The food and the view are worth checking out.

Recently, I had the pleasure of being invited to a fun food tasting event that the OV hosted which featured dishes created by their new Chef, Joshua Higgins.

Chef Higgins served up seven dishes, one at a time, and we were asked to rate them on a scale of 1 to 10 in addition to providing our thoughts and comments on each dish.

The dishes included Curried Chicken Flatbread, Reduced Balsamic Spinach and Feta Flatbread, Seared Salmon (or Halibut) over Cold Roasted Gratin with Barbecued Corn and Broccoli, Prawn Sunomono Salad, and my favourite, Chicken Francese.

Prior to moving to Haida Gwaii, Chef Higgins lived in Victoria where he worked at a restaurant called “10 Acres”.

Before that he told me he followed a girl to France and got a job there on a food truck! This is where he developed an interest in cooking French and Italian foods. He then came to Haida Gwaii, on request from a friend, Jason Hovde, the General Manager of the Ocean View Restaurant, and he hopes to incorporate more seafood and locally harvested food into the menu. This includes fresh caught salmon, halibut,crabs and his favorite - mussels and clams.

The tasting winners, which can now be ordered from the Ocean View’s menu, are the Balsamic and Feta Flat Bread and the Seared Salmon or Halibut dishes. Happy dining to all!

Pictured above: Chef Joshua Higgins Pictured left: reduced balsamic, spinach, and feta flat bread Find Ocean View Restaurant on Facebook for specials and updates

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Z T I L B O BI

By Pete Moore

June 25th was the first ever Gwaii Haanas BioBlitz, a full day of outdoor exploring, learning, and most of all, FUN! The event was one of many BioBlitz’s that Parks Canada has held across the country this year. Over the day, there was an estimated 165+ people that attended!

The morning kicked off with a Beach Blitz at 2nd Beach in Skidegate, just in front of the Haida Heritage Centre. There, participants got to explore the evervast world of the Haida Gwaii intertidal zone. Various local experts engaged the group in an array of activities, including trying different kelps, saying a prayer to the ancestors, and taking samples inside to check out under microscopes.

After a quick lunch, the group moved over to the Spirit Lake Trail to follow guided tours with experts such as Linda Tollas, Stu Crawford, Sean Young, Kiku Dhanwant, and Aline Lachapelle. These tours included identifying some of Haida Gwaii’s foliage and what is edible, talking about the history of the forests, and explaining the evolution of the landscape.

If you couldn’t make it, check out Gwaii Haanas’ other programming they have on this summer at the Haida Heritage Centre. Orientation sessions are held 9am Monday to Saturday from July 1 - August 12.

Photos by Parks Canada/Victoria Leslie

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A WALK THROUGH 1000 YEARS

OF HISTORY Story by Pete Moore After a quick phone call to confirm, I begin packing my bag in preparation for a day out in the bush. June hasn’t been a particularly friendly month weather-wise, so I am sure to pack a rain jacket and some rain pants. But the next day, as morning comes, it’s what seems to be the first nice day in weeks; the rain gear won’t be necessary.

At Queen B’s I’m met by Dale Lore, my guide for the day. Up until this point, the parameters of the adventure we are about to embark on have been somewhat ambivalent. But if you know Dale, you’ll understand that when he called me up to say “I have a story for ya,” I couldn’t resist the offer.

Dale Lore has lived on Haida Gwaii for over 30 years, and served for many years as Counsellor and then Mayor of Port Clements. During that time, Dale made a historic move in siding with the Haida Nation over logging disputes on the islands.

In recent years, however, Dale has begun doing tours for visitors, taking them out to see remnants of the many walks of life that have history on Haida Gwaii, from animal and plant, to Haida, to pioneer and industrial.

After a quick stop at Bayview Market to pick up some sandwiches, we make our way down the rest of the paved road until we hit dirt. We are absolutely flying down the back roads, and Dale is doing so with a command that leaves me confident he could avoid the potholes with his eyes closed. Dale spent 20 years helping to build the back roads around Port Clements, and as a result his knowledge of the roads is encyclopedic.

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We come to the end of the road and he instructs me to walk about 50 yards in said direction, but not without some forewarning: “There will come a point where you will most certainly get a chill down your back,” he says. “When I come in, I’ll ask you why you think that is.” I pace forward, and as I near the 50 yard point, I turn a corner: a shiver rockets its way down my entire body.

There’s no cell service for about an hour in all four directions.

No Google Maps out here, just Dale.

The first stop we take on the tour is one that Dale has been building up to the whole drive. To make a point, however, he lets me walk right past it, just to illustrate how easy it is to miss these things. It’s a culturally modified tree (CMT), which always have stories to tell. This one has a large, rectangular patch of bark removed, which was likely used for a blanket. At the base of the tree is a small hole, evidence that it was used for holding trap lines in later years. But that is not all the tree has to tell, for the other side of the tree is covered in deep scratches and the bark is worn away. The tree has been used by many beings over the years.

We continue down a path and come up to an old logging camp near the water. The moss-coated, wooden frame that barely still supports the collapsing roof is a declining reminder of an economy and a way of life that is shifting. Like old ruins, the infrastructure of the past speaks for itself and tells its own story.

There, hidden under a blanket of thick moss, is a nearly finished canoe. The way it presents itself along this trail is indescribable. After a moment, Dale follows behind me and begins to define why you are guaranteed to feel a chill in the presence of this site. There are two main reasons: the first is that smallpox was brought to Haida Gwaii before the canoe could be finished. “They would not get this far on a canoe just to leave it behind,” explains Dale, elaborating that the canoe likely dates back to the 1860’s since the smallpox epidemic was around 1862. The second reason is much more pragmatic: the creek that runs parallel to the canoe carries cold air down with it, and so you are exposed to a sudden draft as you approach the site. “I like to tell people that if you don’t feel shivers, you don’t have a soul,” says Dale.

Again, we’re blasting down the roads. This time, Dale hangs a left down a path barely reminiscent of a road; we pause to fold in the side mirrors to protect them from the alder trees that crowd the roadside. At this point he tells me that he never buys new trucks, “I’m lucky if a truck lasts me 3 years before I absolutely wreck it,” he says.

The stage is now set for what we are walking among, and we continue onward to Dale’s next stop. We pull off to the side of the road, and try to find a decent entry point through the dense foliage that covers the sides of the road. After a tight slog through some thick salal and marshy underfoot, the landscape opens up and we are walking through a forest of skyscraping July 2017 11

cedar trees. It seems everywhere you turn there is another massive cedar towering above, and almost every time there is yew tree growing nearby. The Haida used yew for many of their tools, and would have used it to harvest cedar in various ways; its position near the large cedars is serendipitous.

It isn’t long before we come across a site, this time another canoe, only in a less completed state. In these cases, you can tell what you are looking at is man-made in a few different ways, but the most obvious is to follow the tree back to the stump. If it’s a tree that’s been cut down, its a CMT. The area is decorated with different colours of flagging tape.

The mountainside was proposed as both a potential logging area and mining area but was not used due to the unstable wet ground. The area was also surveyed by the Council of the Haida Nation. Although there are different colours of tape scattered around, one stands out among the rest: bright yellow with red polka dots. “That’s Captain Gold,” says Dale.

CMTs are in every direction. Some test holes, some bark stripping, some fallen trees for canoes or poles. As we walk through this area, and I see the evidence of human activity all around me, I realize I am walking among a thousand years of history. In this mindset, I spot a new site along our descent.

It’s very old, in a further-along state of decay compared to the other ones that we’ve looked at. The stump looks like it could have been cut, but looks different than others we’ve seen.

Furthermore, a midsection of the log is missing. After some examination and discussion, we decide the best bet is to take some pictures and take them to Captain Gold.

Captain Gold, one of the island’s top knowledge holders, has surveyed all across the island (including the area we were in) as part of a volunteer archaeology program in the mid 70’s and 80’s. “I was just trying to get the history recorded,” he says to me as I am pulling up the pictures on my computer to show him. At the time, Haida Gwaii was being targeted for resource extraction, as per the aforementioned logging and mining proposals. It was up to the locals to prove that the Haida were more than just a coastal people – CMT’s and partially finished canoes on the top of a mountain, in the middle of the island, definitely help to prove this. “It’s just common sense,” says Captain Gold. He tells of accounts from early fur traders saying that the Haida’s were scared to go into the forest, yet they had longhouses made from massive cedars. When I show Captain Gold the pictures, he points out the missing midsection likely means the tree was used for a mortuary pole, which are shorter than house frontal poles.

When adventuring, there’s a certain rush you get when you think to yourself that maybe no one else has ever stood in the exact spot that you’re standing in. You feel a sense of validation, like you are surmounting uncharted territory. After that day, however, that rush is pale in comparison to the rush you feel following in the footsteps of those before you. Weaving through the massive cedars, examining the carvings in the landscape, following game trails, spotting the flagging tape that jumps out as dots of unnatural colour, seeing the ruins of a recent past; all elements of a walk through history.

Photos by Chris Bellamy Photo of canoe by Pete Moore.

WEAVING THROUGH THE MASSIVE CEDARS, EXAMINING THE CARVINGS IN THE LANDSCAPE, FOLLOWING GAME TRAILS, SPOTTING THE FLAGGING TAPE THAT JUMPS OUT AS DOTS OF UNNATURAL COLOUR, SEEING THE RUINS OF A RECENT PAST; ALL ELEMENTS OF A WALK THROUGH HISTORY. 12

WHAT DO AGA T

ES

MEAN TO YOU

Submitted by April Dutheil and Abigail Mitchell from Crystal Cabin Did you know that Haida Gwaii is one of the few places in Canada where you can find agates right on the beach? Agate is a local stone of microcrystalline quartz with bands and translucent properties. These stones were formed over 62 million years ago during the islands’ volcanic past.

While the geological origin of agates is known, for many, agates hold special stories connecting us to Haida Gwaii and each other.

To further explore the story of agates, we reached out through social media to ask “What do agates mean to you?”

Over 20 responses were received, with many stories shared in the 700+ member Facebook group, Beachcombing Haida Gwaii.

Each story shared, from using agates as beautiful tributes, to memorializing a special moment or person, or even as weight to fill a fishing boat ballast - helps us to understand more, while we marvel and contemplate the meaning behind these magical stones.

A former resident of Haida Gwaii shared how agates brought him to the islands, “Someone showed me a pamphlet on Haida Gwaii and their ‘agate strewn beaches’ - and that sealed my destiny. At one point, I tried to raise the cash (unsuccessfully) to buy a pretty little double-ender fishing boat - partly because the original owner had filled the hold with agates for ballast.”

A local Haida weaver shared her connection to agates: “I like to collect the tiny, very clear ones and use them for my weaving. To me, the clear agates are sacred and represent purity.”

One visitor told us how agates helped her to keep the memory of Haida Gwaii alive, “Agates to me represent all of my memories and time spent on the beautiful serene beaches of Haida Gwaii. I’ve been to the islands six times and always bring some agates home.” Some told us that they still have the first agate they ever collected!

Agate collecting has been remarked by many as a special way to create memories with families: “Agates bring our family together. We have friendly competitions to see who can find biggest, most beautiful, most red, orange, or blue, etc.” shared a local parent.

With many hours spent on this local pastime, parents can rest assured that their children will inherit and carry-on the “agate-eye.”

Agates are also believed to have metaphysical properties: “Agate’s grounding, calming and gentle energy embraced me as I walked my first beach in Haida Gwaii,” shared another.

Even if you don’t feel a connection to this stone, it’s hard to dispute that the physical act of agate hunting is an unparalleled experience. You can spend many hours silently walking the beaches, eyes never leaving the ground, as you quietly collect these gifts from Mother Nature.

You can learn more about the agates of Haida Gwaii in Crystal Cabin’s new pocket guide, “Agate Collecting with Dutes: Your Guide to Finding Agates on Haida Gwaii.”

Want to learn more about Haida Gwaii’s geological story?

You can attend Rock Talks at 11am every Friday at Crystal Cabin (info@crystalcabingallery.ca / 250-557-4383) in Tlell until August 25, 2017!

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Tow Hill | Photo by Guy Kimola

Haida Gwaii -

Islands of Light

By Shellene Van der Beke

Since moving to Haida Gwaii eleven years ago, I have talked with many people that say a certain “something” has either drawn them here or kept them here. Whether they have lived here for many generations, only for a few years or are visiting for the first time, they commonly acknowledge that this area has an inarguable yet rather hard to nail down energy or “vibe”; something extraordinary.

With a job, a talented and handsome man, and an adventure presenting themselves all at the same time, I was in like Flynn.

And so, Ben, his dog Scrappy and I sailed off to Haida Gwaii.

No word of a lie - the name of Ben’s sailboat? Déjà Vu.

We arrived at this exact time of year in 2006 and…well, we never left. We have since married, purchased a house and Most everyone has met a person they swear they’ve known property and are proud to call these magical islands home. before. It’s also not uncommon for people to experience an My Grandmother, before meeting Ben, told me of her dream of uncanny sense of familiarity or lure for a specific place. Déjà a man, taller than me with blue eyes. She said she knew it vu? There is no denying that people, places or even things can was him the moment she saw him. often resonate with some sort of “energetic vibe”. Some make you feel good…others, not so much. Juju?

Eleven years later, I was sorting through some family mementos and came upon an envelope with my My Experience with the Haida Gwaii Vibe name on it. Inside were various cards, letters and poems I had sent my dearly departed Many years ago, I worked at a wholesale grower of plants Grandmother and Grandfather ever since I native to the Pacific Northwest and I was offered the job to was a little girl. Among them was a neatly travel to Skidegate, Queen Charlotte Islands - now Haida Gwaii folded 1985 Kamloops newspaper clipping - to assist with a native plant installation at Skidegate’s newly dated November 14th. My birthday. The constructed Haida Heritage Centre. Even though I was born and clipping was a review of “South Pacific”, raised in BC, I hadn’t even heard of the Charlottes/Haida Gwaii a play I had performed in, and on the opposite side of the clipping was an before. article that made the hair stand up on my arms. The article’s title: Simultaneously, I met a dashing, blue-eyed sailor and woodcarver named Ben who, after studying Haida carver Bill “Haidas”. It was a report of the Lyell Island blockade. Over 30 Reid in college, yearned to sail to the mysterious islands that inspired Mr. Reid’s exquisite creations. Deciding to check off years after my Grandmother cut the clipping out. this item on his bucket list, Ben asked if I might join him on his exciting sailing trip. Destination: Haida Gwaii.

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A Scientific Perspective of the Haida Gwaii Vibe Recently, I had the pleasure of interviewing Neil Blacklock, Doctor of Natural Medicine and Acupuncture. It turns out, Dr. Blacklock was also drawn to Haida Gwaii quite by chance.

In a gift shop at an airport in Calgary, he happened to purchase and read the book “The Golden Spruce: A True Story of Myth, Madness and Greed” by John Vaillant.

As an acupuncturist, Dr. Blacklock has always been interested in subtle energies that create and animate life at all levels.

“The geometry of acupuncture is the geometry of light and the flow of this life force can be seen everywhere in nature,” Dr. Blacklock explains. “I had been researching the harmonic grids of the Earth [Earth Acupuncture or Geo-Meridian Theory] for a number of years and all this time, Haida Gwaii’s link to these grids had remained hidden.” That is, until about a year ago, when after reading “The Golden Spruce” his research unexpectedly changed direction and Haida Gwaii came clearly into his view.

Since then, most of Dr. Blacklock’s available research time has centered on the sacred geometry of Haida Gwaii and last month, he and his wife Christine visited our magical island communities for the very first time. While here, Dr. Blacklock

appeared as a guest presenter at the Crystal Cabin’s “Tlell Stone Circle, 15th Year Celebration” and spoke about how Haida Gwaii resonates with the geometry of light.

Geometry of light? I can feel my eyes squinting and my brow beginning to furrow. No doubt I look like a deer in the headlights. I ask Dr. Blacklock if he can explain it in simpler terms.

“The geometry of light is like when you switch on a light bulb,” he explains. “We can see that light because the filaments or the gas in there is vibrating at a particular frequency. The geometry of that energy has a shape and a wavelength; a distance and a height. When you pluck a string on a guitar, it gives off a particular frequency that we can hear because it has a particular shape. If the string is tuned correctly, it will sound pure. It is pure because it is tuned to the correct note, frequency, shape and geometry. A perfectly tuned note will resonate beautifully and be very pleasant to hear and for many even feels wonderful. However, if the string is not tuned, the sound can be very unpleasant and can make a person flinch.

This is exactly the same as the geometry of landscapes. Some places are so uniquely formed; they have a pure, harmonic resonance, which can be determined by the mapping of geometric formulas – this is the research I am doing.”

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around the world, both natural and man-made. Many of which have been identified as sacred. Buildings built long ago or ruins of them such as England’s Stonehenge, Egypt’s Great Pyramid, and Saudi Arabia’s Mecca to name but a few. They are places of power and peace. Places that have been activated by the consciousness of people who revered them, respected them, listened to them and align with them. Places, as Dr. Blacklock’s research affirms, like Haida Gwaii.

Dr. Neil Blacklock

There is a wisdom resonating from the original people of the world; ancestors to us all. Like the people who have called Haida Gwaii their home for time immemorial, they did so by living in accordance with it. Taking directly from it their sustenance and, at the same time, giving back to the land the respect and care it needs to sustain itself.

Renowned Mycologist Paul Stamets who, for decades, has studied the science of how plants thrive by working together, believes that the task that we face today is to understand the language of nature. “We need to have a paradigm shift in our consciousness,” affirms Stamets, “I believe nature is a force of good. Good is not only a concept, it is a spirit and so hopefully the spirit of goodness will survive.”

When asked why it is important for us to know about sacred places, Dr. Blacklock responds, “Because they have the potential to help us at every level - the physical, mental, and spiritual - by raising the vibration of our consciousness and awareness.”

As part of his field work, Dr. Blacklock hopes to visit Haida Gwaii again soon, and he wishes to extend an invitation to anyone who has a deeper understanding of the sacred nature of the history of the land of Haida Gwaii and its spiritual roots to contact him by email nblack333@gmail.com or phone 403678-1765.

“Some places are so uniquely formed, they have a pure, harmonic resonance.”

– Dr. Neil Blacklock

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Q. What is 8’ tall, 28’ long and has 14

stamps on it?

A. An envelope on the south wall of the post office in Masset!

This describes phase 1 of a mural project that I am painting for Canada Post. It uses existing stamps, from various dates, depicting some of the precious life of Haida Gwaii. Fortunately for me, there are many bird stamps to choose from! Sandhill crane, loons, peregrine falcon, Leach’s storm-petrel, raven, great blue heron, and in phase 2, northern goshawk, belted kingfisher, and Canadian geese. Part of the scene includes animals and fish also: harbour porpoise, sea otter, orca, and pacific halibut. Great painting pleasure was had working on the Bill Reid stamps of “Peace on Earth / xiid llageegahl dlaayadaa” and “Spirit of Haida Gwaii”, along with Emily Carr’s “Big Raven”. A simplified boat design, assembled from aspects of local marine craft, is “printed” on the envelope. 2’ diameter date stamps punctuate the collage with the date set at 2017-07-01, Canada Day. Using a play on words to provide a humorous touch, the sender is a Mr. Al Batross who addresses his letter to a Ms. Sal Monroe.

As an art piece it playfully borrows from Pop Art by taking every day common forms and cultural artifacts and transforms them with paint. But, rather than making comment on the ugliness and futility of our post-millennium culture, the intent here is to showcase and highlight the natural beauty, importance of meaningful communication, and the necessity of our shared oneness. Andy Warhol’s Marilyn is Emily Carr’s raven, Lichtenstein’s frame from a comic is an awesome orca, and Balloon Rabbit by Jeff Koons is the bronze canoe full of fantastic creatures. By increasing the size of an object like a stamp to 3’ x 4’, our perception can shift. Close up we have abstracted colour fields and shapes, and then, from across the street, the postage stamp size forms again. In life we can use the gifts that contemplating artworks give us as a substance and dependency free, nonaddictive way of shifting our world view. Like the electric car bumper sticker of recent times says…”Shift Happens”.

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

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

OUR YOUTH BOARD IS AWESOME!

One of the unique features of the Gwaii Trust is our Youth Board. We established this board in 2011 to give young people living on Haida Gwaii a bigger say about the programs that affect them, and to give them the opportunity to take on leadership roles. We also had an eye on the future - we believe that giving local young people experience on a board increases the possibility they will end up serving as Gwaii Trust directors down the road, or serving their communities in other ways.

The Youth Board mirrors our regular board, with eight directors and eight alternates representing the communities of Haida Gwaii, all between the ages of 13 and 21. They meet throughout the year to make decisions on applications for youth grants, talk about issues facing young people on Haida Gwaii, and come up with new ideas. Each year, they award approximately $100,000 worth of grants for educational and/or recreational projects aimed at youth. The Youth Board

OUR YOUTH DIRECTORS 2016-17 • • • • •

Teanna Russ & Taylor Lantin, representing CHN Old Massett Mary Williams & Isaac Hill, representing CHN Skidegate Dion Lewis & Sol Reynolds, representing Graham Island North Sarah Adams & Bella Perry, representing Graham Island Central Destiny Davidson & Mary Edgars, representing Old Massett Village Council • Alexis Buxton & Jenna Shelford, representing Skidegate Band Council • Annika Martynuik & Isabelle Romas, representing Graham Island South • Morgan Chisholm & MeiLin Precourt, representing Moresby Island

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is interested in funding projects that build relationships, support opportunities for youth in sports, culture, arts and outdoor activities, reduce barriers to participation, and promote youth leadership, and they are especially interested in applications from young people themselves. In addition to our regular Youth Grants, our 30 Under 30 program provides $30,000 a year (up to $5,000 per community) for projects spearheaded by islanders under the age of 30.

INTERESTED? Some of these directors are graduating this year and moving on to post-secondary studies, which means we are now looking for new directors to take their places - specifically for Graham Island South, Moresby Island, CHN Massett and CHN Skidegate. If you’re interested in this opportunity, check our website, contact your local director, or call our office for more information about how to apply!

celebrating local

independently owned businesses

Meet Sheila Gordon of

Sheila’s Sugar Shack in Queen Charlotte

Sheila is a professionally-trained cake baker. She started decorating at the tender age of 11 years old.

Her mother was a chef and decorator and she took Sheila under her wing and taught her everything she knew.

Cake-making for Sheila is just art that involves food instead of canvas, paints or clay. She originally began making cakes for fun and for close friends and relatives. But as word spread she was getting requests from all kinds of people, and her business just naturally evolved from there. Sheila shares that ‘in my arsenal of equipment there is an edible image printer perfect for adding company logos, and personal photos to your cake’. She adds that she loves making custom cakes that reflect the personality of the person it is for.

Choose your flavours, colours and accessories.

Whatever your theme, Sheila will impress you and your guests with cakes and cupcakes designed just for the guest of honour. You can view more of Sheila’s past designs on the Sheila’s Sugar Shack Facebook page.

Sheila’s Sugar Shack is open from Wed-Sat and has a minimum order of $100. Sheila often has bookings 1-2 weeks in advance (or more) so you’ll want to plan with her for your wedding, birthday or business celebrations well in advance.

Sheila’s Sugar Shack 1018 2nd Ave, Queen Charlotte, BC 250-559-4433 www.facebook.com/Sheilas-Sugar-Shack

LOVEHAIDAGWAII.COM | LOVENORTHERNBC.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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Exciting Solar Announcement!

Solar: A Bright Future, works to reduce the camps’ environmental footprint, showing youth and local communities that we can be environmental stewards and positively shape our energy future.

The solar installations demonstrate Haida Gwaii’s commitment to work towards a renewable and environmentally sustainable future. It is a symbolic shift marking a transition away from fossil-fuel power towards small-scale, local clean energy. The solar project offers an example that renewable energy is possible on Haida Gwaii.

Swiilawiid Sustainability Society (“Swiilawiid”) is thrilled to announce Solar: A Bright Future, a series of solar installations to take place on Haida Gwaii this summer. Swiilawiid will work with the ReDiscovery Haida Gwaii Program, Swan Bay Rediscovery Program, and Mount Moresby Adventure Camp to install solar panels at their remote youth summer camps.

Youth who attend the camp will have the opportunity to learn about solar power and see first-hand that small-scale clean energy is possible.

Solar: A Bright Future is an opportunity for local people to learn more about energy systems on Haida Gwaii and it embraces the leadership and initiative in the transition to renewable energy.

With support from:

We’re so excited to be putting up solar panels at our camp this year! Being off-grid, this will be a great opportunity to teach our youth about energy. We’re so used to walking into a room, flicking on a switch and having light. We’re totally unaware of where our electricity comes from.

– Rosemary Hart, Steering Committee Member, Haida Gwaii Rediscovery - rediscoveryhg.com

Swan Bay Rediscovery is dedicated to helping young people learn about the Haida stewardship laws that are founded in the cultural concept of yah’guudang (respect for all things and all things are connected and depend upon each other). This requires caring for the land and sea and not wasting. The solar panels will provide an opportunity to add renewable energy curriculum to our sessions.

– April Churchill, Manager, Swan Bay Rediscovery - swanbayrediscovery.ca As an off-grid facility, Mount Moresby desires to minimize its impact on the environment through reducing diesel consumption for its lights and food systems. – Geoff Horner, Associate Coordinator, Mount Moresby Adventure Camp - mountmoresbyadventurecamp.ca This project is really meaningful to me. I went to Haida Gwaii Rediscovery when I was a teenager and it was so transformative. We are so excited to be helping foster the next generation of environmental leaders.

– Valine Crist, Project Coordinator, Swiilawiid Sustainabilty Society – swiilawiid.org

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Totems in the Forest

Examing the past and present of totem poles at Hiellen

By Pete Moore

June 21st, the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, and National Aboriginal Day, was celebrated in monumental fashion at the Hiellen village site this year. The Solstice Pole, carved by master carver Christian White and eight apprentices was raised as the first pole erected in the area in nearly 200 years.

At an astonishing 51 feet, the pole stands above the trees that surround it, and is the tallest pole on Haida Gwaii. As the first pole to be raised in the area in a long time, it harkens back to the history before it, and is modeled after a prior totem that stood in the forest.

The pole on the left was raised in 1820 on the east side of the Hiellen River (same as the Solstice Pole), and stood until about 1920. Comparing the two, you can spot a number of similarities in the design, including some repeated figures and crests (especially near the mid section on each).

Althought White’s pole is based on a pole of the past, it has plenty of its own unique elements a intricacies.

The monumental pole commands an impressive stature amidst the trees that surround it.

Top: Photo by Pete Moore Left: Photo courtesy of the Haida Gwaii Museum Right: Photo by Hannah Ohman July 2017 25

The Zolas David Beckingham Joey Stylez DiRTY RADiO DJ Shub

Iskwé Carsen Gray Manik1derful Out of the Blue JSB | The Natural Honey Brown Dub Jackson Band Exit Strategy Rez-Necks Kitty & The Rooster Jason Camp and the Posers Brass Knuckle Society GiG Old Soul Rebel John Kirby The Racket Maiya Robbie 26

Friday August 11

Saturday August 12

Gates open at 3pm

Gates open at 10am

Opening Ceremony Badfish Brass Knuckle Society Honey Brown Rez-Necks Carsen Gray Kitty & The Rooster JSB | The Natural Iskwé The Racket DiRTY RADiO

Sandlanee Gid Raven Ann The Leftovers Maiya Robbie Brass Knuckle Society We Ride Bicycles Oliver Swain Long Time Coming John Kirby Manik1derful

Dub Jackson Band Out of the Blue Old Soul Rebel David Beckingham Jason Camp and the Posers Joey Stylez The Zolas DJ Shub

Sunday August 13 Gates open at 11am GiG Exit Strategy Kids Camp Iskwé John Kirby Old Soul Rebel The Racket David Beckingham Closing Ceremony

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This schedule is not fixed and is subject to change. For the most up to date schedule, please visit edgefestival.ca or get a program guide at the gate.

THE FESTIVAL IS A FAMILY EVENT. No alcohol or drugs are permitted on the festival site. Intoxicated behavior, violence of any kind, and vandalism will result in immediate expulsion from the festival grounds for the remainder of the weekend. KEEP IT SAFE AND KEEP IT FUN!

Every year EOTW presents a Kids’ Music Camp for the children of Haida Gwaii. This year, Maiya Robbie, performing on the Main Stage, will be leading the camp with two assistants Travis Weir and Mia Harris. Local children get the opportunity to learn about basic instrumentation and song composition, culminating in a Sunday performance on the Main Stage. Register now to secure your child’s spot!

TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE! Limited tickets - buy early to avoid missing out.

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Horoscopes for July, 2017

Aries (March 20-April 19) Even though, dearest Aries, you might feel like a bit of a homebody this month, take care to thoroughly enjoy what you are doing. Work in the garden, paint the shed or develop a new recipe and cook it for your family and friends. Creativity is the key to your happiness this month.

Key Words: Imagination, Inspiration, Inventiveness

Taurus (April 19-May 20) What unique passions await you

once you get quiet enough to hear them? Summer is typically a time

of increased activity, but for you dearest Taurus, this month asks you to slow down just a bit and smell the roses. This allows you the opportunity to see the path ahead, clearly and distinctly.

Key Words: Internal, At Ease, Balance

Gemini (May 20-June 21) Although you are the royalty of multitasking, I’m going to ask you to do it with the deepest intentions this month, dearest Gemini. Think passionately about what you are trying to accomplish, and then go for it. Flailing about without knowing your purposeful path only wastes energy that could be focused and directed precisely to your intended target. Hit your bull’s eye! Key Words: Aim, Spotlight, Unwind

Cancer (June 21-July 22) Your past is coming to highlight

the balance between home and family and career pursuits. What is so important to you, dearest Cancer, that you cannot stop thinking about it? And what people can help you realize this dream? It’s important to allow your confidants to help you when you need it and not try to do 100% of it yourself.

Key Words: Initiative, Dynamic, Spunk

Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) You might feel like you are going it alone, this month dearest Leo. But know that you have emotional support whenever you need it. It’s the month of endings followed by surprising beginnings. Don’t despair. You have a chance to create and expand on something that is bigger and brighter then you could even have imagined. Be okay not knowing what that is and just embrace where you are now. Stay thankful. Key Words: Oneness, Individuality, Expansive

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) Let the harvest begin. It’s time to

realize, dearest Virgo, that what you are currently dealing with is the

accumulation of the energy you have put into your past experiences and relationships. If everything feels easy and free, then replant

those same seeds for a future harvest. If not, re-evaluate the direction

to go, and you will reshape your life for the future.

Key Words: Unfolding, Gather, Destination

Monica Caulfield is a professional astrologer

and has been since 2007. She is passionate about helpingclients develop the tools of awareness and purpose in life. For further information, check out monica@healingforlifeastrology.com

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) Wow, talk about expansive and motivating energy this month, dearest Libra. For someone who can be indecisive, this is not the month for that. You are shining brightly out in the public eye and you have a lot of brilliant ideas and opinions. Take this power and use it for your good and the good of others. Your vitality may feel like it’s at an all time high. Enjoy it for what it is.

Key Words: Intensity, Ambition, Pizzazz

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) If possible, dearest Scorpio, try and find the time and resources to step outside your box. Discover other

cultural experiences; be it the new Vietnamese restaurant down the

street or travel to a different country. It’s important now to not get

caught up in believing everything you think. Instead, stay open-minded

to the possibility that you can still learn something surprising that you were not expecting to see or feel.

Key Words: Realize, Understand, Visualize

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) Sometimes, dearest Sagittarius, we are just now ready to see some issues that we have not had enough time to address or not been ready to look at. Now is that time for you. Although it is not always the easiest thing to do, it can be the greatest fulfilling experience as it frees you up for future beautiful times. Let yourself witness the healing within you that may occur this month, when you process a challenging issue. With your intention, replace it with a passionate purpose for your future. Key Words: Clean House, Fierceness, Strength

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) There is no way around the fact

that this month you need advice and guidance from others. One of your archetypes, dearest Capricorn, is the hermit. You typically need the

down time to recover and process in your life. But not this month. To

flourish and evolve, this month it takes a village. It’s not weakness to

ask for help, it’s actually strength. To know that you don’t have to go it alone will allow you to complete your daily missions. And we know you like to do that. Key Words: Compromise, Consideration, Agree

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) Finding your “right” work is

important now dearest Aquarius, whether you volunteer at a local

shelter, have a high-powered job or mentor young people. As long

as you feel that you are doing meaningful work, this is all that

matters. It doesn’t have to be attached to your career but it can be.

Just realize that if “right” work is something that you feel you are

lacking, now is the perfect time to change it.

Key Words: Relevant, Worthwhile, Useful

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) What feels right for you this month, dearest Pisces, is creating something from nothing. Maybe this looks like art, maybe it’s taking a new class, or maybe you’ve finally realized that your opinion matters and you are going to be who you are, without apologizing for it. Whatever direction this . takes, just know that now is your time to embrace the life you came here to live. Key Words: Humor, Ecstasy, Frolic

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In the Home & Office

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

The Natural World 8 DVD set. Still in original unopened packaging. Produced by the Discovery Channel. PAL *not* NTSC. $25 Call PK at (250) 984-8916 or email pkail@runbox.com Pioneer M-10X Stereo Power Amp. This is a nice little amplifier. Bought from a clean home a couple years ago and used lightly since. It is in very good shape. Most suitable for bookshelf or efficient speakers. Rated at 70 Watts into 8 Ohms and 100 Watts into 4 Ohms. These ratings seem to be conservative. The pictures are from the internet, but you will be able to see it before you purchase. I sold the speakers I was using it for, which is why I am selling the amp. The highest and lowest prices I found online are $280 and $197, but living on Haida Gwaii one would have to add another $50 for shipping. There is lots of info online if you google. Asking $180. Call Dave Crossley at (250) 559-8208 or email dcrossley@haidagwaii.net Gerry frame backpack. This is a classic 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. $20 Call Jack at (250) 626-3436 or email sales@tostaba.com

Kirby Vacuum. Includes cleaning solutions. If you like Kirby this is for you, selling because I don’t like cords! Barely used!! Call Bev at (778) 260-0059 or email bshannon60@hotmail.com NOMA Backup Power System. NOMA Backup Power System Output power 1800 W, size: 18.5x8.5x10.5”, 55 lbs. Lightly used. Original cost $800 - for sale $200. Call Debra at (250) 637-1785 or email ulianadebra@gmail.com Lightweight cement stone. Want to do a stone fireplace? or just face something with stone? or another project? We have 100 sq ft of rock. includes 32 linear ft of corner rock. You can add in your own local rocks for a unique look. This will be uninstalled and available mid to late June. Value approx $2400. Selling for $300. Call Bernie or Shari at (250) 559-8600 or email howle@qcislands.net Epson Stylus - Photo 1280 Inkjet Printer. Excellent Photo Premium Printer. Great value; paid over $899. Brand New - never out of the box! $250 Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com Suitcase-American Crew. Vintage American Crew suitcase - brown faux leather Material interior. $65 Call June at (604) 848-4946 or (250) 557-4312 or email jev.june@gmail.com TJI truss joist. 4 truss joists 20’ long and 12” tall. $100 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Small Folding Table / iHome Docking Stations. iHome Docking Station For Apple devices with 30-pin connector Battery chargeable, comes with adapter (Shown working with power, volume and charging indicators). Great sound, perfect for living space or deck - pop your Apple device into it and instant sound projected with forward facing speaker Remote compatible (avail online) and aux speaker jack. $20 for set of 2 units Call June at (604) 848-4946 or (250) 5574312 or email jev.june@gmail.com Hinges for Jackknife RV sofa or futon. In excellent but used condition. We did a little bit of a re-do in our Camper and deconstructed the RV flip down sofa. These hinges would be excellent for DIY futon etc. I did a search and could not find a manual, however, they would be installed almost the same as you would for making a futon. (which directions and tutorials are abundant on the web) These sell new for $80/pair. Great idea for the smaller house diy’er. $30 Call, text, or email Cathy Camp at (250) 626-7734 or email gumboot@massett.ca Matching 9/piece Vintage Chandelier set. Also 1/pendant, 4/sconces, 3/flush wall mounts. $500 Call Debbie at (250) 557-4560 or email ddreindl@qcislands.net

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Powerware 1500WA UPS for computer. This Powerware PW9125 1500 is a sophisticated UPS designed for protecting computer equipment and servers. It is rated at 1500 VA, 1050 W. Some of the features are: advanced power management with software for graceful shutdowns and power monitoring, sequential shutdown and load management, pure sine wave output, network transient protection for modems, fax machines, etc, remote emergency shutdown, 6 outlets, and start-on battery capability.

It can be rack mounted or set up as a standalone cabinet. Replacement batteries are inexpensive and easily available. The unit has never been in service and comes with all documentation and software, and rack mount kit. It has a brand new set of 4 batteries. Original list price $1549. A valuable investment to protect your sensitive equipment and data. $375 Call Jack at (250) 626-3436 or email sales@tostaba.com Nova Cruiser Deluxe Junior Walker. The NOVA Cruiser Deluxe Junior Rolling Walker is ideal for more petite users with a lower handle height adjustment and seat height. The Cruiser Deluxe Junior comes with 6” wheels, a deluxe seat with a built-in pad, locking hand brake and removable front basket. The sleek frame is so easy to fold and comes with the Lock n’ Load to keep it closed for transport and storage. When it folds up it fits in the trunk of a car or the back seat. The color is Walker Blue. It comes with a zippered nylon carrying case for travel and airline baggage.

It is in excellent used condition and working well. There are marks on the paint and some tape residue. Weight Capacity / Wt Cap: 300 lb 6” wheels Weight 16.5 lbs Width Between Handles: 17” Approximate User Height: 4’11”-5’5” Basket / Bag Dimensions: 15.5”w x 7.25”d x 6”h Overall Dimensions When Folded: 38.25”-43.25”l x 22.75”w x 13.5”d Seat Height: 19.75 Seat Dimensions: 16.75”w x 12.5”d Seat: padded Storage: basket Handle Height Adjustment: 30.5”-34.75”. $100 Call Jack at (250) 6263436 or email sales@tostaba.com Art and wildlife books. Variety of glossy hard cover books with beautiful large pictures of wildlife - great for drawing. A selection of art and other books $2 each. Call Maryanne at (250) 626-7555 or email Maryanne@ maryannewettlaufer.com

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Fishing Tackle. Various spoons, flashers, rods and reels etc in new unopened and near new condition. Call Lyla at (250) 626-3526 or email wjlm@mhtv.ca Skateboard. Brandon Biebel Girl skateboard. 7.75 x 31.5 Royals spitfires used, no cracks. $80 OBO Call Russell at (902) 304-5013 or email myosoke@gmail.com Music Equipment - Best offer takes it all!. Forman crossover, ross rx-155 equalizer, yorkville p2000 balanced sound processor, pv 900w amp, and yamaha 150II powered mixer also included but not in pictures two yorkville elite bass bins . Take it all, all in good shape, just needs cleaning. Best offer takes it all. I am out of storage space! OBO Call Bernie or Shari at (250) 559-8600 or email howle@qcislands.net Yamaha Guitar with hardcase.. I am selling my acoustic Yamaha guitar with a hard case and a tuner. Asking $275 OBO (was $420 when new with case). Call Darren at (250) 500-2900 or email skyrock@mailbolt.com HP Laserjet Print Cartridge. For Sale 85A Black HP Laserjet Pro - Print Cartridge, still in the box. $50 Call LaVerne Davies at (250) 559-4637 or email pescador@live.ca Brand New - 4 GB RAM Chips for Sale. 1866 MHz DDR3 Matched and Guaranteed full length DIMM[s] 4 pcs. X 4 GB, DIMMs. 16 GB in total $30 each or all 4 for $100. Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com Stuff. 2 Air pumps for blow up beds - $10. 1 Used double kitchen sink (workshop or cabin) $20. 1 Older computer desk - Free. 1 Used 200 Amp Square-D Panel - $20. Call Gordon Usher at (250) 637-5755 or email patngord@qcislands.ca Looking for Desk. I am looking for a tiny little desk with at least 2 drawers in it to buy or take off your hands. Call Darlene at (250) 559-9034 or email bondd06@hotmail.com

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Sewing and Knitting. Lots of Material $4 a meter Knitting, crochet etc. Call Diane at (250) 559-8246 or email ladybug@gmail.com Toyo Stove For Sale. Toyo Laser 56 stove for sale. Comes with a fuel tank with $300 worth of fuel in it. Complete package: $575 Call Paul at (250) 557-4255 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Sunbeam Heated Mattress Pad. The pad is quilted, so it’s cozy and warm. Works great. $60 Call Dawn-Ann at (250) 637-1212 or email dawn_ann_s@hotmail.com Life 9500HR Elliptical Trainer. Club standard, Elliptical trainer Or best offer. Over 10 years old. New Battery (recharges during use). New Polar Heart Rate receiver. HR monitor pickups not working on handles, but sale includes a Polar HR chest strap. It looks like most online sales go for $1600 - $2000 used for these items. Contact to have a look and have a spin. $900 Call Peter at (506) 371-8773 or email plake@haidagwaii.net 1500 Watt Infrared Heater with Hepa Filter. Classic infrared heater 1500 Watts PTC heat source. Electronic thermostat has a range from 16°C to 32°C. Sleep mode feature, Auto on after power outage. HEPA filter removes 99.5% particles small as 0.5 microns PCO cell kills bacteria in the airflow. Purifier can be used without the heater function turned on. Room settings of small/medium/large. Tilt over auto off safety switch. Built in cut off thermostat 24 hour timer that can be preset to turn on the unit or turn it off. Timer cannot be set to run both on and off at the same time. Covers up to 1000 square feet. INCLUDES: Remote control and battery. $125 Call Bev at (778) 260-0059 or email bshannon60@ hotmail.com Vintage Laura Ashley Party Dress. Gorgeous 1980s Laura Ashley strapless party dress. Two tier green taffeta with black velvet top. Size 14, worn once and stored in a garment bag. All proceeds from sale go to the Masset Animal Helpline. $45 Call Anne Marie at (250) 626-5126 or email tobeadragon@gmail.com Table. I have a very old dining table - comes with 2 leafs - without leafs will seat about 6 - 8 people and with the 2 leafs will seat 14 - 16 people and of course you can use 1 leaf at a time instead of both - perfect big family table - it was well used - you can give it some TLC - me l like the natural wear of wood I’ve had this for as long as I can remember with my large family - now it’s just us 2 - so am selling and need it gone soon - my price is FIRM. Very nice grain in the table if wanting to refinish it. $300 Call Darlene at (250) 559-9034 or email bondd06@hotmail.com File Cabinet. 4 drawer tall file cabinet. $50 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net

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NEW Intel E97378-001 CPU Cooler for LGA 1155 / 1156 / 1150. Haswell stock 3.5” CPU cooler. Never used or installed. Compatibility: Intel Core i7/ Core i5/ Core i3/ Pentium/ Celeron/ Xeon Processors; Supports up to 95W TDP Fan: Speed: 1200 - 2800 RPM Noise Level: 22 dBA Bearing Type: Hydraumatic Directions: 4 PWM Function: Yes Rated Voltage: 12 VDC Rated Current: 0.2A Connector: 4pin Dimensions: 92.0 x 92.0 x 32.0 mm Heatsink: Material: Aluminum + Copper insert Dimensions: 87.0 x 87.0 x 19.0 mm Weight: 280.0 g $20 Call Brian at (778) 928-4339 or email brian.mulvany@hotmail.com Horizon treadmill. Horizon fitness CT9.1 treadmill. $200 Call Deb Taggart at (250) 6265543 or email htaggart@island.net Gas Cook Top. 36” 5 burner gas cook top. Used only one year then replaced with full range. $250 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Bissell spot carpet cleaner. New puppy? Carpets? You probably need this little machine. The BISSELL® Little Green® ProHeat® is equipped with a built-in water heater that heats tap water up to 25 degrees hotter Includes a Tough Stain Tool and Crevice Tool for cleaning hard-to-reach areas like carpet edges, stairs, and upholstery. Small but mighty, this compact carpet cleaner is equipped with powerful spray and suction to clean up spills, stains, and pet accidents. BISSELL® Little Green® ProHeat® makes it easy to tackle stains and pet messes on carpets, upholstery, stairs, area rugs, auto interiors, and more. 48 oz dirty tank capacity $100 Call shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com Freezer. Apartment size freezer $250. Call Shirley Smith at (250) 626-6051 or email Barbara.

Sly@northernhealth.ca Kitchen table with four chairs. Kitchen table has an additional leaf with four wooden chairs $250 Call Shirley Smith at (250) 626-6051 or email Barbara.Sly@northernhealth.ca Churidaar Pant Suit. Traditional Indian wear for women. Bought in Dubai. Top never worn, pants, only once. Size Eur 40 but didn’t fit size 14 body. Drawstring pants with matching trim to tunic. Lovely turquoise and brown. Matching scarf is available but it is much more worn. $20 Call Lorrie at (250) 626-5587 or email l.joron@mhtv.ca 52MM spitfires. New 52MM spitfires $30. Call Russell at (902) 304-5013 or email myosoke@gmail.com BVLGARI sunglasses. New luxury sunglasses by BVLGARI. Bought from sunglass hut, never used. -Polarized Sunglass hut regular price was $700. Asking $450 Call Russell at (902) 304-5013 or email myosoke@gmail.com John Pilger 16 DVD set. ‘Heroes’: DVD set of the films of John Pilger between 1970 and 2007. Includes the book “Breaking the Silence” by Anthony Haywood. PAL *not* NTSC. $65 Call PK at (250) 984-8916 or email pkail@runbox.com Programmable thermostats. Two NOMA programmable thermostats for electric heat (baseboards, etc.) Seven day programming (separate programs for Sat & Sun) 3,500 watt rating, 240 volts AC Save money on your electric bill by automatically turning down the heat when you’re away or asleep. Asking $20 each, or $30 for both. Call George at (250) 559-7899 or email grstein@qcislands.net Tartaro Single Hole Mount Bathroom Vanity Faucet in Chrome F. Tartaro Single Hole Mount Bathroom Vanity Faucet in Chrome Finish We have two of these, from Home Depot.. we’ll eat the taxes! Brand new still in box. $142 each Call Bernie or Shari at (250) 559-8600 or email howle@qcislands.net Shelves. $5 Call Maryanne at (250) 626-7555 or email Maryanne@maryannewettlaufer.com Guitar stand for sale. I have a QUIKLOK guitar stand for sale. It holds 7 guitars, never used. The stand retails for approx. $100. Selling for $60. Call Shelagh at (250) 626-7042 or email massetshelagh@gmail.com Pearls. Fresh water pearls. Several strands, various colors, lengths and sizes. Starting at 100”.

Private viewing. Call Jasmine at (250) 559-2349 or email dbpoema@yahoo.ca

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Battery UPS and surge protector. APC Back-UPS, 900VA, 480 watts. New-in-box, unopened. Has 9 outlets on battery backup, 3 on surge-only. $60 firm. (Retails $140). Call Tracy at (250) 637-1846 or email zenbro@gmail.com Danby Portable Air Conditioner. Works good! Selling because we have heat pumps. $150 Call Bev at (778) 260-0059 or email bshannon60@hotmail.com Canon Camera Batteries and free camera. I dropped my newer Canon Powershot SX260 HS camera with the lens open and it died with the zoom lens open. The camera is free if you want to try to fix or know someone However there are 5 batteries, NB-6L, that are entirely usable and fit other Canon Cameras as well. Of the 5 batteries, one is Canon Brand and the others generic. Two battery charges are included, one Canon Brand. I purchased 2 of the batteries last year for say $45. First caller takes newer camera, 2 battery chargers, 5 batteries for $15! A whopper of a Haida Gwaii Trader deal!! Call Brion Bailey at (250) 626-7360 or email chinooklodge@mhtv.ca Clear Plastic counter top brochure display holder. 9 inch wide clear display bins. Free standing new in plastic fits 8.5”X11” flyers or brochures or magazines. $10 Call Maryanne at (250) 626-7555 or email Maryanne@ maryannewettlaufer.com Glass collection. Blue glass collection. $40 Call Jasmine at (250) 559-2349 or email dbpoema@yahoo.ca Arts and Crafts. Small embossing machine. Design cards. To make bookmarkers, etc. $100 Call Jasmine at (250) 559-2349 or email dbpoema@yahoo.ca Laptop Carry-on Bag. Rugged 13 X 17 in. Dell Laptop Carry-on Bag in good condition. $20 Call Germain at (250) 557-4240 or email germain@qcislands.net Couch and loveseat. Free couch and loveseat (non-matching.) Couch folds down to make a bed, is brown vinyl with beige upholstery. loveseat is off-white fabric. Call Shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com 14” laptop. An Asus U43F (Bamboo) with 14” screen, Core i5 processor, 2gb memory, 640gb hard drive, Windows 8 (not upgradable to Windows 10). $150 Call Sam at (250) 637-5653 or email purplesolution@gmail.com Cream coloured Chaise. Great condition. $650 Call Debbie at (250) 557-4560 or email ddreindl@qcislands.net 2/Tapestry Wall hanger with Rod. Other pattern is Floral $30 Call Debbie at (250) 5574560 or email ddreindl@qcislands.net GBC Shredmaster strip paper shredder. Model SC32 this is for personal use (or home office) strip shreds works great. $25 Call, text or email Cathy Camp at (250) 626-7734 or gumboot@massett.ca Beautiful QUEEN BED w/frame and protector. Beautiful *like new* Queen bed and box spring, pillow top -Simmons Queen mattress -Simmons Triton boxspring Phoenix Mattress protector included K/Q Bed Frame (metal) included Only 9 months of use - Purchased brand new Aug 2016 Always used with mattress protector and rotated at 3 month intervals $570 **Ready for pickup** --OR-- $620 curbside delivery to Skidegate, Masset, QC, Port. Evening contact number: 250-557-4312 Sorry, no personal cheques. Call June or Jevan at (604) 848-4946 or email jev.june@gmail.com Asus external DVD-RW. Brand new, still in box never used. Compatible with MacBook $30 Call Russell at (902) 304-5013 or email myosoke@gmail.com

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In the Yard & Workshop

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

Tyvek Coveralls cases of 25. DuPont Tyvek Coveralls with Elastic Cuffs and Hood. We have four boxes of 25. Two of them are sized 2x, and two are sized 3x. Ideal for asbestos removal, general clean-up, paint spraying, dry particulate protection and maintenance. Rugged fabric resists snags, tears and punctures. $15 for each suit. $250 for a case of 25. Call Terry Tollestrup for details, or email. Home Phone # 250-559-4595 Email yrretct@gmail.com Culvert. 12 "culvert 4 meters long. Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Camp/hiking Stool. Lightweight stool, ideal for backpacking or travelling light - nice to keep your butt off the ground around the campfire. $5 Call Maryanne at (250) 626-7555 or email Maryanne@maryanmewettlaufer.com Heavy duty 2 speed breast drill. Hand breast drill great for horizontal drilling, or when you need some extra force. Adjustable for 2 speeds. Has a 3/8 3 blade chuck. It’s 16” long. There’s some surface rust but it works smoothly. Bearings and gears in fine shape. $50 Call Jack at (250) 6263436 or email sales@tostaba.com Table Saw For Sale - Price Reduced!. 10” Craftsman compound mitre cut-off saw. Brand new, still in the box. Was $400, now only $350! Call Ron at (250) 559-7790 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Electric Service. 200 amp tec cable 21 ft long Weather head Dual meter base. $100 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Women’s Size 8 Baffin Steel Toe gumboot. Excellent used condition.

Only worn a few times in the garden. CSA approved. Very good treaded sole. They say size 7 but I wear a women’s 8 to 9 so perhaps this is a men’s 7 - have no idea. $25 Call or text Cathy Camp at (250) 626-7734 or email gumboot@massett.ca Aluminium Headache Rack.. Aluminium headache rack for sale. $200 or best offer. Contact Terry at: Home# 250 559 4595 Cell# 250 637 1758 Email yrretct@gmail.com Top soil. $50/yd. I can load your pick-up or delivery available. Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Hammock Spreader bars. Feeling creative? Make or sew your own hammock! Solid wood 1 meter in length each in excellent condition. $30 Call or text Cathy Camp at (250) 626-7734 or email gumboot@massett.ca Concrete post block. 11 post blocks. Good used. $100 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@qcislands.net Aluminium Stash Box for Truck.. Aluminium stash box. Fits most pickup trucks. $200 Contact Terry at: Home# 250 559 4595 Cell# 250 637 1758. Email yrretct@gmail.com 18 Feet of Heavy Duty Electrical Cable. 18 feet of 4 Conductor #1 Aluminium electrical wire. Selling for: $50 for the whole thing. Valued at $100. Great for 100Amp Sub Panel. $50 Call Terry Tollestrup at (250) 559-4595 or email yrretct@gmail.com Sako 75 rifle for sale. Hate to do this but I am selling my main hunting rifle. This is a Sako 75 in stainless synthetic and is in the rare, hard to find calibre of .280 (only Sako 75 I have seen in this configuration). It has been hunted a lot but it still functions and shoots beautifully. The rifle comes with the following: Two five shot stainless detachable magazines. Some premium reloaded bullets The rifle could come with the following extra bits for some more $: Sako optilok stainless rings ($125) Two die sets (RCBS and Lee collet) ($65 for both) Lots of brass (used and new) (negotiable) Zeiss conquest 3-9x50mm scope ($425). Or you just take the bare rifle with the 2 mags for $1150 Must have PAL. Call Gerry at (250) 557-2475 or email gerrym@galaxymail.ca JamesTown Pellet Stove For Sale. Winter is coming!! Older Pellet stove for sale. Manual light. Great for heating shop or basement. Check it out before I unhook it. Call Dave Whitehead at (250) 626-5098 or email davewhitehead@shaw.ca

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WEST END AUTO SALES

2007 Jeep Wrangler 4x4/5spd/Stk#6180

$13,995

2010 Dodge Caravan 27,000km/Stk#6055

$13,995

2015 Hyundai Accent 4dr/30,000km/Stk#6192

$14,995

22014 Nissan Versa 4dr/60,000km/Stk#6155

S13,995

No Reasonable Offer Refused!

West End Auto Sales

605 Ocean view Drive, Queen Charlotte

250 559 4641

Or Toll Free 1 877 559 4641 Email:

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Tim-bor wood treatment for powder-post beetles, termites etc. Tim-bor wood treatment for powder-post beetles, termites, carpenter ants, etc. 50lb bag of dry powder. This is a very effective product for protecting wood from boring insects especially in unheated crawlspaces and other areas. It is a boron based chemical that has a low toxicity if used properly. It is mixed with water and can be sprayed or brushed on new construction or wood with insects present. It is also effective against certain types of fungus. $100 Call Jack at (250) 626-3436 or email sales@tostaba.com Portable Sawmill Bandsaw Blades. I have 2 boxes with 5 blades in each box of Lenox bandsaw blades for a portable sawmill. The dimensions are: 18’6” length, 2” width, and 035 thickness with 1” teeth. Brand new, still in the box. Will sell for $50 each or $200 per box of 5. Call Shelagh at (250) 626-7042 or email massetshelagh@gmail.com

On the Road

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

2011 Mazda 3 GS. 2011 Mazda 3 GS for sale Asking $11,500 OBO 80,275km Well kept and reliable 4 door sedan model, brought from off island and stored in garage to protect from salt rust. Maintained by Mazda maintenance schedule. Luxury Package: - leather seats - heated front seats - leather wrapped steering wheel - leather wrapped shift knob Comfort Package: - air conditioning - power door locks - keyless entry with trunk release - anti-theft alarm Bluetooth capability, CD player, Aux input, USB plugin, engine immobilizer, ABS, traction control and power moonroof. All season tires and winter tires included. Block heater installed.

All-weather mats as well as lightly used carpet mats are included. I hate to see this vehicle go but it’s just too small for our family. $11,500 Call Natasha N at (587) 435-7254 or email natasha_mathews_88@hotmail.com 2007 Dodge Caliber. 2007 Dodge Caliber Running condition, 227 kms, as is. $2000 OBO, open to trades. Call Cherie Wilson at (250) 626-7346 or email cab2606@gmail.com 1942 Ford. 1942 Ford (Stock/Classic). Ready for Summer cruising. Serious inquires only. $15,000 Call Mimi or Ryan at (250) 637-1473 or email mmpaquette@outlook.com Sliptank for sale. 500liter L shape sliptank for sale. Comes with three new filters. Can email for additional pics if needed. Willing to trade for gun etc. or something equal value. $700 Call at (250) 557-4777 or email: only_me23@msn.com 2009 GMC W5500 Isuzu Diesel Flatdeck.2009 GMC W5500HD Cabover Flatdeck Isuzu NQR RWD 6-speed auto transmission(dbl O/D) Engine: 5.2L Isuzu diesel 4HK1-TC(turbocharged) Manual tilt-cab Anti-lock brakes P/W, PDL GVW 8100 KG (approx 17,000 LB) Front axle: 6800 lbs Rear axle: 14000 lbs (h/d) Ratio: 5.125 Exhaust Brake Driver’s License: Class 5 + NOTE: inspections NOT REQUIRED. Wheelbase: 34W Deck length: 14 ft Total length: 21 ft All Tires good tread; rear duals Overhead load supports for carrying lumber, ladder etc Mileage: 596,000 KM 97% of KM is highway Used as light-duty vehicle transporting smaller loads Service records available, well-cared for overall excellent condition.

Reasonable offer considered. $13,700 Call Jevan at (604) 848-4946 or email WLG647@GMAIL.COM Toyota air filter. Air filter fits Toyota trucks 1989-95; new in box. $10 Call George at (250) 559-7899 or email grstein@qcislands.net Wheel for trailer. Solid wheel. Includes clamp. Capacity 500 lbs. $25 Call Paul at (250) 9848916 or email pkail@runbox.com OIL PAN. Looking for oil pan for 350 Chevy.Call Sam Brown at (250) 626-3763 or email carol_brown8@hotmail.com

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Men’s Mountain Bike For Sale. One, Norco Katmandu mountain bike. Men’s. Brand new.

Only ridden once about 1km! Frame is 22”, is better for a taller man. For more information on options, $500 Call Dale at (250) 557-4235 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Saturn For Sale. 2001 Saturn SL1 with 213,000km. 4 new tires, new brakes, brake lines, ball joints, tie rod ends and engine head. $1,800 Call Manzanita at (250) 557-8579 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com TOYOTA TUNDRA 2007. Excellent condition. Runs beautifully.

177,600 kms, mostly highway (Chilliwack--Vancouver--Haida Gwaii).

RWD automatic, 5.7 litre V8. Dark Green w beige interior. Full Double Crew Cab (5 passengers), 4-door, 8-ft long box with matching canopy.

SR5 w Tow Package. Great for hauling boats or trailers. Air conditioning.

Power locks, seats, mirrors, steering & windows. Cruise control and tilt steering. Rear folding seats w storage. Tons of 12V outlets. CD and mp3/4 AM/FM stereo. Rear winter tires included. Never driven on beaches or backroads. Good highway mileage. Scheduled maintenance done at the same Toyota dealer for the entire life of the truck. Serious inquiries only please. $10,000 Call Tal at (778) 839-9633 or email 108.hi.hello@gmail.com 1995 Toyota T100 4x4 Parts truck For Sale. *$500 OBO* 417,000km brand new radiator front brakes and master cylinder installed spring 2016 new clutch installed. 2015 tires in good condition. Still runs, but water pump and timing belt need replacing. $500 Call Sarah at (250) 626-7836 or email sarahraggedyanne@gmail.com Stop-Slow Traffic control paddle. STOP/SLOW traffic control safety paddle $25 Call Jevan at (604) 848-4946 or alternate # 557-4312, or email jev.june@gmail.com Family Cruiser. Available soon: 2005 Dodge Caravan with 184000 kms. Lived all its life in the interior and driven most of its life by a retired gentleman. Comes with summer and winter tires, brand new brakes and battery, DVD player for the kids. Arriving on island mid-August. $4200 OBO Call Mark at (250) 994-3211 or email tlell@yahoo.com *price drop* Set of tires on Toyota rims. 4 x GT Radial Adventuro A/T3 tires with 95% tread and same size Dunlop spare never used. 235/75/R15 or 29 x 9 inch. On steel rims that are somewhat rusty but perfectly serviceable. Bolt pattern is 6 x 139.7. Off a Toyota but pattern the same as nissan, mitsubishi, and chevy 6 bolt...and maybe newer fords? Should fit those, depending on offset and hubs etc. These are $180 each plus tax at fountain tire. $520 Call Max at (250) 882-5798 or email Wonderous_duck@ hotmail.com

Truck. 2007 Chevy Silverado automatic 4x4 extended cab regular box.

100000km. Minor body damage. $15,000 Call Jennifer Jarvis at (604) 250-8149 or email jarvisceral@gmail.com

2000 Ford Taurus For Sale. Good condition. Could use a wee front end alignment. A few personality traits of an older car but lots of juice left in her... around 178,000km. Great little car. $1800 Call Shellene at 250-557-2088 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com

On the Water

In part or complete-Power Boats/Sail Boats

Boston Whaler for Sale. 1987 20ft Boston Whaler for sale by owner.

2004 Mercury 225 and 2004 EZ Loader trailer. $19,900 Call Matt Ravlic at (250) 219-7790 or email ravlicmatt@gmail.com “Legend” Kayak in excellent condition. I’m selling my single kayak to buy a double so can go paddling with my son. This kayak is best suited for intermediate to advanced paddlers wishing to own a high-end expedition kayak. Great boat in the surf and yet still packs lots of gear for extended trips. The kayak has been diligently kept out of the sun and has minimal scratches on hull. Boat has a custom reinforced hull for extra strength, installed when I commissioned it to be built direct from the Seaward Kayak Factory. Also includes marine deck compass and neoprene skirt (also in excellent condition). Would recommend replacing the rubber hatch covers within the next year (this is reflected in the price). $1,700 Call Joel Lagasse at (250) 559-0095 or email joel.lagasse@gmail.com

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40ft Tollycraft For Sale. Located in Masset, this 40ft Tollycraft TriCabin would make a great charter vessel, rental, airbnb, or live aboard. In the kitchen you will find a double sink, propane stove and oven, and fridge.

There are two bedrooms, each have there own head and shower. the vessel sleeps 6, but can carry up to 13 people. Steering controls in two locations: cabin and bridge. Clean engine room, with regularly maintenanced twin 454’s Mercruisers. 15 Gross tonnage. $50,000 Call Laina or Kirt Holland at (250) 626-3277 or email laina.bell31@gmail.com Mini Jack Plate. Mini jack plate - never used. Safely mount a long-shaft outboard onto a boat which has a transom which was designed for shortshaft engine. Includes full instructions and wooden block to aid mounting.

Uses 6 x 3/8� bolts. $150 Call PK at (250) 984-8916 or email pkail@ runbox.com Boat and RV Storage. Secure and fully enclosed year round boat and RV storage available in a fenced compound. Located 200M from boat launch in Masset. Available in August. Contact Wayne for further info. Call Wayne at (250) 626-7138 or email pacificwindfishing@hotmail.com

Kids Zone

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

Infantino Activity Gym. This is the grow with me, 2 in 1 activity gym and ball pit. Comes with most of the balls, and toys included. Clean non smoking home. $50 Call Dawn-Ann Schneider at (250) 637-1212 or email dawn_ann_s@hotmail.com Baby Clothes. Baby Girls Wardrobe Size 0-3 months. Over 100 items, all in beautiful condition, from a non smoking home. High end brand names only. BONUS 4 piece Crib bedding set in white, new 2 magic swaddling blankets, new. $100 Call Dawn-Ann at (250) 637-1212 or email dawn_ann_s@hotmail.com

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Dolls of the World. Well mostly dolls of Europe. Vintage. Collection mostly in 1975. All in good condition with arm/leg strings replaced as needed. Sold as a lot or separately. Countries: Spain (flamenco dancers), Germany (2 pairs), Italy, Scotland (2 males), Haiti, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Russia (3 nesting dolls-made in USSR sticker), Poland, and Liechtenstein. Not really play dolls but collectors items. $100 Call Lorrie Joron at (250) 626-5587 or email l.joron@mhtv.ca

Wanted

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

Wanted For Spare Parts. Hi, I’m looking for spare parts for my trusty Husqvarna 2101 and 266 chainsaws. If you have any bits and pieces you no longer require I am interested and have some cash to pay you. Thanks for your time looking and thinking ‘bout it. Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com Looking for a Toyo Laser 73 Stove. Hi, if you’ve switched to a heat pump and you happen to have a Laser 73 you no longer require, I’d be interested in buying it at a reasonable price.

Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com Wanted to rent/borrow. Our Grandson is coming for his first visit to Haida Gwaii!! We are looking to borrow or rent a few items for a couple weeks while he and his Mom are here. If you have any of the following please let us know, he is nearly 2 years old and is very cute and weighs around 30 lbs. High Chair, Stroller, Car Seat, PFD (so we can take him out in the boat) and Potty Trainer. Thanks. Call Dave Whitehead at (250) 626-5098 or email davewhitehead@shaw.ca Single cup coffee maker with pods. I am looking for a pod type coffee maker. Will pay reasonable price for it. If anyone has one they don’t use, it is for a woman who is bedridden and needs bedside on coffee table. A thermos type coffee server is also a potential solution for this elderly woman. Call Adele Kupp at (250) 557-4405 or email adelekupp123@gmail.com Property wanted. Wanted: Property in the Tow Hill road area. Call gael at (604) 483-4912 or email gaeljoh@telus.net Needed ASAP Vacuum Cleaner. I am looking for a vacuum cleaner, any type that works well for a reasonable price. Call Peter at (250) 557-9322 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com ISO Keyboard Stand. Looking for a keyboard stand like in the image.

Open to any price. Let me know. Call Peter Moore at (778) 679-3821 or email peterm00r3@gmail.com Old Polaroid cameras wanted. I need some old Polaroid cameras, working or not, for an art project. If you have some kicking around, please let me know. We can work out a price or trade, depending what you have. Call Jack at (250) 626-3436 or email sales@tostaba.com Outboard Wanted. Wanted: 30 HP Yamaha, 2 stroke, long shaft, outboard, pull start tiller for 16’ skiff. Willing to pay up to $3000 for one with low hours and in good condition. Call Please leave a message at (250) 557-2004 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Wanted-House that can be moved. Looking for a single story, 1 to 2 bedroom house that can be moved to Tlell. Cost must include move. Call Linda at (250) 557-4699 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com

Couple looking to purchase home. Mature professional couple looking to purchase home on the island, would prefer within reasonable (10-20 mins +/- ) to either Queen Charlotte city or Masset. Little bit of acreage and smaller house if available, only stipulation is has to have consistent and relatively fast internet access available. Howping to make a trip over sometime soon and trying to see whats available. Thanks in advance. Email mike@hadden.ca Wanted: SUP board/paddle, surf board, baby bicycle chariot. Hi everyone, I am looking for the following used items: - SUP board and paddle for someone between 5’ and 5’5” - Surf board/wetsuit (sizes between 5’-5’5”) - Baby bicycle chariot (attaches to back of bike). If you have any of these items or know of someone who does, please feel free to give me a shout at 604-328-4574 (call/text) or at raynetarasiuk@gmail.com Thanks!

Long term rental home. Rent long term family Mother and Daughter, and service dog (golden retriever adult), interested to rent. Good references and non smoking. To start a soon as possible. Call Sarah Alter at (206) 414-2430 or email hadaandfamily@gmail.com

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Wanted - cont.

Steno Chair Wanted. Steno chair In good condition. Please attach photo before responding.

Email Michael Brown at mdbrown@qcislands.net Shredded Paper Share list. Last week distributed at least a dozen bags of shredded paper: Old Massett, Village of Masset, Port Clements, Skidegate and Village of Queen Charlotte. How’aa have 4 bags left please contact me if you want to be added to free list. CHN Energy Department thank you all. Call Kevin Brown at (250) 626-5252 or email kevinbrown7872@gmail.com

Freebies - cont.

Free Mint Plants from my Garden. I am weeding my garden today and my mint has SPREAD and if you are interested in regular mint (not spearmint etc), then please drop by 2042 Maple today or Father’s Day. Maybe still available for a few days later. Call Brion at (250) 626-7360 or email chinooklodge@mhtv.ca Dog house. Poppy is moving to Saskatoon and would like to give her little dog house to another small dog as she’ll be living in an apartment and won’t need it there. Call Margaret at (250) 557-8547 or email rapscalions3@icloud.com

Real Estate & Rentals

Residential, Commercial, Lots, For Rent, Rent to Own, Shared Accomodation South Beach Dunes “SOUTH BEACH DUNES” is offering three beautiful exclusive oceanfront and seven upland acreage estates on the South Beach, on the north end of Haida Gwaii /Queen Charlottes. These are very special properties with exceptional beach and dune environment. South Beach Dunes offers exceptional value with prices for ocean front land well below anywhere else on the west coast of North America. Acreage sizes range from 4.64 acres and prices are from $40,000. If living in this unique environment appeals to you please contact us there are a very limited number of properties of this caliber available for sale. For more details visit our Website - www.southbeachdunes.com Call 250 631-3055 or email vernonbyberg@gmail.com Best Value Beachcabins Secluded oceanfront/rainforest off-grid cabins, furnished and equipped kitchens, private parking. Call/Text Toni at 250-626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins.com. Visit our website at www.beachcabins.com Price $90120 per night. Call 250-626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins.com DL847A Masset MLS# R2080908 160 acre property on the north-east end of Graham Island within the Naikoon Provincial Park. Mix of indigenous vegetation and water courses which meander throughout the property. This is a remote, rural acreage that is hike-in access only. Walking distance is approximately three miles from the end of Tow Hill Rd. There are no services. The Naikoon Provincial Park is an area of 72,640 hectares that takes in the entire northwest tip of Graham Island. Price $80,000 Call 2502863293 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com Home for sale! 1829 Cedar Cr Masset MLS#N243672 Recently Reduced to 99,000! This home is a great buy! Many recent renos. Newer metal roof, kitchen cupboards and counters, vinyl plank flooring in the living room and hallway, new vinyl windows (2012), oil tank, rug on the stairs, bathtub and enclosure, dehumidifier in the basement. Close to downtown and the marina. Fenced, private backyard. A must-see! Call Brian to view and for all your Real Estate needs! Toll free 866-303-5286 (local 250-626-5286) or his cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $99,000 Home for sale! Great buy! 2038 Pintail Cr Masset MLS#N238544 Clean well kept home in a quiet Crescent. Deck & backyard are very private, fenced with lots of trees! Wood stove can heat whole house with 2 yrs wood supply! Carbon monoxide alarm. Bedrooms each have cable, phone and fire alarms. Suite possible. Master bdrm has reading, workout room & large bathroom! 30+yr fiberglass shingles on house & garage 2010. 5 windows upstairs replaced 2010. Recently replaced hot water tank & sliding glass doors to back yard. A must see! Call Brian to view. Price $199,000 Call 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Offices For Rent in Skidegate Two side-by-side offices for rent together or separately located in the Haida Heritage Centre in the ‘Link’ hallway. Call 250-559-0014 or email gncorp1@gmail.com

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

It is ideally placed as a gateway to the varied recreational opportunities offered

by Haida Gwaii. This 0.25 acre lot is relatively level with 66.27ft of walk-on waterfront. City services are available at the lot line. The property offers sweeping views across the Masset Inlet. Access to the Queen Charlotte Islands is by ferry from Prince Rupert on the BC mainland, by air from Vancouver to Sandspit and by air from Prince Rupert to Sandspit. Chartering of private planes or boats is also an option. Price $69,000 Call 1-800-286-1932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com Riverfront Acreage for Sale! Great Buy!! 355 Sangan Dr Masset Rural MLS#R2031108 Riverfront property on 2.018 acres. Partially built home; built to lock up 2010. Tenant live in the cottage on property. Beautiful property, Coho run is awesome in this river. 12x16 power shack, 200 amp service. Chicken coop.

Great potential. Perfect place to raise a family. A must-see!! Call to view!! Call Brian to view or for all your Real Estate needs on Haida Gwaii. Toll free 1-866303-5286 or his cell @ 604-557-3597 Or email him @ brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Your Only Local Realtor! Price $179,000 Newly Renovated Home For Sale! Located at 2135 Teal Blvd, Masset. 5 Beds, 2 Baths, 8 Appliances, Separate Laundry Rm and Family Rm. This furnished house has recent upgrades with Laminate flooring, New Kitchen Cabinets and Countertops, New Bath fixtures and Tub, along with a fully chain link fenced in back yard, two out sheds and more. Recently reduced price and owner is motivated to sell.

Adjacent vacant lot also available for sale, either separate or included with house.

A must see. Owner is open to serious inquires - email: rollie@bellaliant.net or phone 709 243 2488 or cell phone at 709 458 8811. Price $139,900 Skidegate Landing 3 Bedroom rental with a great view! Spacious, partially furnished, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom ground level suite in Skidegate Landing. Amazing view. $1200 per month-includes heat and utilities. Please leave a message at 250-637-1348 or (707) 980-8467 or email elliemfraser@yahoo.ca

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Home on Acreage for Sale! 986 Nadu Rd Rural, HWY 16 This is a nice piece of property located between Port Clements & Masset off Hwy 16 on Nadu Rd. Nice quiet secluded area. Great potential for an awesome homestead with open sunny areas perfect for gardens and greenhouses.

The house is in need of some TLC. MLS® Number: R2134787 To view all of Brian’s listings go to Royal LePage Prince Rupert web site. Call Brian to view 250-626-5286 or his cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Your Only Local Realtor! Price $129,000 Ocean view Home for Sale! 140 Bayview Dr MLS R2140417 Quaint ocean view cottage. Close to shopping, marina and school. Within walking distance of a pub and restaurant. Good starter home. Call Brian to view & for all your Realtor needs - Your only on Island Realtor - toll free at 1-866-303-5286 or on my cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@ royallepage.ca Price $89,000 Ocean Access Lot for sale! 2255 Marwell Rd MLS® R2027624 3.28 acres of old growth forest, 10 minutes from Masse! 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. To view all Brian’s listing go to Royal LePage Prince Rupert web site. Your Only Local Realtor! Call Brian to view 250-626-5286 or his cell 604-5573597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca. Price $79,500 Amazing Business Opportunity! Successful and profitable business for over 40 years, the Cow Bay Pioneer Guesthouse is located in the downtown area of Prince Rupert known as the Cow Bay District. Only 2 blocks from the waterfront, Tourist Info Office and grocery market, the 17 bedroom and 10 bathroom Pioneer Guesthouse is conveniently situated for travelers and a wonderful business opportunity.

Call 250-624-2334 or email pioneer@citywest.ca Price $999,000 Home for Sale! 1838 Balsam Cr Masset MLS® R2156700 Stylish home w/ many upgraded features. Addition with lrg master bdrm , 3 pcs bathroom w/dbl sinks & lrg closet. Dining room has wet bar area w/ water filtration in both wet bar & kitchen. 2 built in dishwashers & ovens. Living room has wood stove. Hardwood & tile floors. 2 laundry rooms. Upgraded windows. Alarm system. Covered decks front & back. Low maintenance landscaping front & back. Huge dbl garage/ shop. Many other features...too many to list. Call Brian for more info. Price $279,000 Call 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Home with a View and Oceanside Newly renovated 3 bedroom home with heat pump, 2 bath, 2 bedrooms and master bedroom with ensuite, hardwood on main floor and newly renovated separate studio. Situated on 2.4 acres including beautiful and private ocean frontage. Price $370,000 Call 778-260-0279 or email sheilakarrow@gmail.com 2 Cottages for sale! 3419 Hwy 33 Q.C. MLS® # R2164426 There are two cottages on the property. They are similar except that one has a 5’ crawl space in lieu of a basement suite. These are very rentable - two cottages with ocean view and (one) a basement suite. Both were pre-manufactured by Winton Global (the Kispiox model). Both have metal roofs, tongue/grove ceilings, and wraparound, partially covered decks. Built in 2009. Good revenue, great location. Amazing ocean views! A rare find on the island! Call Brian to view @ 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $449,000 House with Guest Cottage on Acreage 4 acre property w/main house, guest cottage & shop. Main house is post & beam style with split levels, constructed with local solid woods. Spacious open concept interior, including a mix of hardwood and laminate floors, wood paneling w/drywall, 10 ft ceilings and vaulted wood paneled ceiling upstairs. 5 skylights, large deck off master bedroom. Well built cozy guest cottage/small office has rented for $450+/mo. Private location within a short walking distance of McIntyre Bay (150 metres) and approximately 3 km from Masset. Space for livestock, garden/green and other uses. Sub-dividable into second lot. Zoned for multiple uses. Additional pictures/full brochure available.

Serious enquiries only. Price $299,000 Call 916-730-9764 or email pefbuck@ comcast.net Duplex for Sale - Masset Duplex for sale in Masset, Haida Gwaii. Two fully furnished three bedroom units with six appliances each. Great opportunity for the right persons if interested in running accommodation and/or fishing charters. For more information, please call 250-626-3530 or 1-855-622-3530 or email rosiedogwood@gmail.com

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SOLD! 192 Bayview Drive, Port Clements Mobile home on its own land for sale at 192 Bayview Drive in Port Clements. Comes with Fridge, Stove, Washer and Dryer. Partial Water and Mtn Views. Listed at $29,500 for a quick sale.

SOLD!

Hippy Hill Lane 620 2nd Avenue. A 1026 sqft, 1 and 1/2 story house with 2 bedrooms and an open concept living room/kitchen/dining room.

New siding, roofing, foundation and a deck have all been added within the last 5-7 years. Bamboo hardwood floors plus ceramic tile. Has a heat pump and baseboard heaters with option of adding wood (chimney already installed). House comes with 5 major appliances all in great shape. Price $165,000 Call 250-637-1567 or email Bobbileechatelaine@trentu.ca Newly Renovated Duplex For Sale-Masset A beautiful three bedroom, one and a half bathroom, recently renovated duplex for sale by owner. Open concept main floor, updated kitchen, all new appliances, laundry room, storage room, recreation room in the basement, all bedrooms are upstairs. This duplex is fully furnished including a completely equipped kitchen. This is a very modern total Reno.

Any inquiries can be made to Sherri at 250-626-7503 or Mick at 250-794-6080 or email sherri_dick@ hotmail.com. Price $150,000 5 acre property & 1800sft log home for sale Big private yard on Nadu road outside of Masset with greenhouse and big built up cranberry patch, large woodshed and a few out buildings. Roof, water system and septic all redone with in the last 5 years. Big blaze king wood stove and Toyo laser furnace. Call 250-626-7588 or email nadenmitchbraman@hotmail.ca Price $199,000 Lot for Sale! 2129 Teal blvd MLS® # R2177382 Lot for sale in Masset! Cleared level lot ready for building. Call Brian to view and for all your Real Estate needs!! Toll free 866-303-5286 his cell 604557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca To view all Brian’s listing go to Royal LePage Prince Rupert web site. Your Only Local Realtor! Price $24,000 Ocean view acreage for Sale! 98961 Hwy 16, Masset ML#R2174375 Great Ocean view!! Located just outside Masset on a 1 acre parcel. Legal 2nd building site would also have a ocean view. Adjacent to park land. Lots of trees for privacy.

Appliances could be included. A rare find. Call Brian to view and for all your Real Estate needs! 250-626-528 Cell 604-557-3597, or email him brianbussiere@ royallepage.ca To view all Brian’s listing go to Royal LePage Prince Rupert web site. Your Only Local Realtor! Price $169,000 Yakoun River Inn MLS# N4507475 This local Pub and gathering spot is situated on the oceanfront in Port Clements on Graham Island in Haida Gwaii. Long established, popular with locals and visitors alike. 3,300 sqft building on a corner location, adjacent to government dock facilities, licensed for 100 patrons. Permitted uses also include lodging and adjacent properties can be available for anyone interested in expanding the business. MLS# N4507475 Price $337,500 Call 1-888286-1932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com 2 Acres For Sale in Masset 2 acres of cleared, industrial land. Close to the Masset Airport. Side by each, two, 1 acre lots. 2033 and 2037 Penna Road, parallel to Hwy. 16. Serviced with power and water.

For Sale sign is posted on the property. $50,000 for both. Call 250-557-4555 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Haida Gwaii Accommodations (Masset and Port Clements) Now accepting applications for Masset and Port Clements accommodations: updated 2, 3 and 4 bedroom places coming available soon. Call 250-661-9012 or text or email sitkaw@telus.net 2 Houses - Ready to Move in! One property with two residences in Sandspit.

Backed by forest and amazing ocean views in the front. The first house (with the green roof) has 5 bed/2bath, a Fisher wood stove, tons of floor to ceiling storage space and a large deck. Once run as a successful bed and breakfast, this house comes with all furniture and appliances! The second house has 3 bed/2 bath and a huge kitchen. 2 large carports and 3 large sheds. Amazing listing at an amazing price. Price $250,000 Call 778-899-7176 or email juicystellla@yahoo.com.au 4 bedroom Ocean View Home 2 story home with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms (10 jet Jacuzzi tub upstairs), fenced front yard, large crush gravel drive way/parking. Very large open concept kitchen, living room/dining area with beautiful views of Skidegate Inlet, Robertson Island, and Sleeping Beauty Mountain. Completely renovated in 2007-new kitchen cabinets, new insulation, new drywall, new siding, new flooring upstairs and downstairs, new full basement/first floor, new windows, covered outdoor storage. New metal roof/2007 Call 250-637-1776 or email mandaj_21@hotmail.com Price $260,000

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7 Bedroom Home For Sale in Sandspit Affordable Family Home. 368 Christina Place, Sandspit, B.C. Located on Haida Gwaii / Queen Charlotte Islands off the west coast of British Columbia. A beautiful family home on a quiet street in Sandspit. Close to school, shopping, airport and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation including renowned world-class fishing, beautiful beaches, sight-seeing tours, hiking, and golfing. This 2500 sqft, 7 bedroom, 3 bath home, on two levels, was once operated as a bed and breakfast. The top floor has a bright kitchen, large living room with fireplace, three bedrooms with a fourth possible bedroom or office, and a large sun room. The lower floor features a separate three bedroom suite that can be rented providing a good source of income. The owner will consider selling the home furnished. The house is situated on a beautiful 0.5 acre lot with a well maintained, landscaped yard featuring numerous flowering shrubs, patio, fish ponds, greenhouse, berry bushes, flower gardens, and is forested in the back for privacy. Price has been reduced to $189,000 for quick sale Call Jo or Brad at 250 559-2399 to view or email jbrunsden@gmail.com. For more details and photos, please see http://368christinaplace.wordpress.com/ Income Generating Apartment. Motivated Sale $210, 000 reduced to $180,000 Three story apartment with three separate apartments. Two bedroom unit, one bedroom unit and bachelor unit. Steady tenancy with all units. Each unit has full bathroom and kitchen. Panoramic views of Bearskin Bay from 2 bedroom and bachelor units. Shared W/D area for all units to use. Contact seller for income specifics. Price $180,000 Call 250-637-1179 or email kenuckemail@gmail.com Home for Sale! 1186 Williams St., Masset MLS® R2174626 Nice home in good shape. Move in ready. Great starter home. Quiet neighborhood. Large yard.

Call Brian to view toll free 866-303-5286 or his cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca. Your Only On Island Realtor!! Price $119,000 Home for Sale! 2023 Fir Cres. MLS R2178112 Nicely renovated; a 3 bedroom made into a 2 bedroom - now there is a huge master bedroom with a walk in closet. Laminate flooring, island in kitchen, now has a opening in wall between dining room and living room, metal roof. Newer 200amp service. Electric furnace.

Upgraded windows. Great deal. Call Brian to view. Call Brian for all your Real Estate needs; cell 604-557-3597 or home 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@ royallepage.ca Price $129,000

Employment & Training

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

Housekeeper Wanted. We are seeking a part time housekeeper to fill in from time to time for our existing housekeeper. We are one of the largest accommodation providers in Masset and historically have paid premium rates and provide great work environments and fortunate to have had great people who have worked for us over the years as the longest continuously owned accommodation provider in Masset. It would be an asset to have housekeeping experience and be able to work unsupervised and be bondable. The part time housekeeper normally would rotate to the position of housekeeper over a period of time. Call Brion at (250) 626-7360 or email chinooklodge@mhtv.ca 3 Jobs Available. Hiring for three positions *Certified auto or heavy duty mechanic *Basic Laborer and Carpenter and *Mechanic’s Helper. Good Pay. Would prefer to hire for full time positions. Contact J.P by text 250-637-1216 or email jppineault1216@gmail.com Opening for Log Truck Drivers. Wanted- Experienced log truck drivers. Class 1 required.

Call Dave Pottinger at (250) 557-8556 or email slimpickings.haidagwaii@gmail.com Visitor Centre Manager. We are seeking a new manager for our year round operation of the Queen Charlotte Visitor centre. If you have a background in tourism, business management, retail management, financial management or any combination of the above you may be the right fit for this busy organization. Project management skills and computer literacy are required. Contact us for a complete job description. Resumes accepted to July 15, 2017 at 5 PM by email manager@qcinfo.ca or by mail to PO Box 819 Queen Charlotte BC V0T 1S0. Start Date is in August. Call Maureen Weddell at (250) 559-8316.

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Store Clerk/Management Opportunity. Store Clerk. With option to advance to Management duties, which would include wage increase, bonuses and benefits. Must be willing and capable of doing all duties pertaining to keeping store up and running, including, but not limited to, inventory, freight, cash handling, till operation, excellent customer service skills and other basics. Ability to work days, with occasional night shifts if needed.

Must have Serving it Right. Apply with resume and availability. Call Bernie or Shari at (250) 559-8600 or email howle@qcislands.net Employment Opportunity. Northern Savings Credit Union has an opening for a Full Time Member Services Representative for our Masset branch. This would appeal to an outgoing individual interested in providing excellent customer service and a career in sales. General Duties: • Processes member transactions. • Recognizes member needs and promotes and cross sells credit union products and services to members by explaining basic credit union products and services, and referring more complex requests for information and assistance to appropriate branch staff. Minimum Qualifications: - Secondary School Diploma required. Previous Sales & Service experience preferred. For more information or to apply visit www.northsave.com. Call Santa Slubowski at (250) 627-3658 or email santaslubowski@northsave.com

Home Shared-LIving Provider Contract(s). Haida Gwaii Society for Community Peace is seeking several interested and skilled parties to share their homes and lives with persons with developmental disabilities. Shared living providers welcome an individual into their home and offer a warm and inclusive living environment. Both parties are matched according to their strengths, needs, experience, interests, and personalities. The successful candidate must be committed to follow the values and principles of Community Living BC along with providing a home that supports a person’s needs, goals and dreams. For information about contract details including compensation please contact Kimberly Shantz, Community Living Contract Manager at 250-626-4664 or clcm.hgspeace@mhtv.ca . If you have a stable, caring home please submit your cover letter and resume. Please include: • A short description of yourself, • Your family (if applicable) • And your home. • Include any work/life experience with individuals with developmental disabilities. This is a contracted position and will require (or willingness to obtain): • A current First Aid ticket • A valid driver’s license including (Drivers abstract) and • A clear Criminal Record Check. Call Kimberly Shantz at (250) 626-4664 or email clcm.hgspeace@mhtv.ca Brushcutting. Need salmon berries, salal, and small alder mowed down, asap. Own transportation and machine preferred. Call Toni at (250) 626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins.com Cleaner wanted. Bright, energetic, fit gal wanted to clean cabins part time for the summer.

Cleaning experience, attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness required. Must have own transportation.? Call Toni at (250) 626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins.com

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Transition House Support Worker. Classification: Transition House Support Worker, Temporary Part-time Rate of Pay: $16.33 – 19.01 (JJEP Wage Grid Level 10) Hours: 0.75 Position (28 hours/week). Temporary part-time for the period August 1 2017 – July 31, 2018. Position is shift work, 3 days on and 3 days off (mornings 8:00-16:00; afternoons 16:0024.00; evenings 24:00-8:00). The employee is NOT required to use her automobile in the performance of her duties. This position requires Union membership; accepted applicant will need to join BCGEU. JOB SUMMARY: provide support, security, information, education, crisis intervention and referrals to residents and Help-line callers. Also responsible for the general upkeep and daily operation of the Transition House. QUALIFICATIONS: • Diploma in a related human / social service field: o One (1) year related human/social service experience o Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. • Must have a valid certification in Standard First Aid (2-day course) with a CPR-C component • Food-Safe Certification • BCSTH Foundations in Violence Against Women Training (online) completed • BCSTH Introduction to Transition House Work Module 1 (online) completed • BCSTH Introduction to Transition House Work Module 2 (online) completed • Completion of all 5 modules of Support Worker training an asset • Completion of additional internal trainings offered through HGSCP an asset (ie. Cultural Competency Training, Domestic Violence Safety Planning etc) PREFERRED SKILLS • Good written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to be effective with clients. • Able to monitor clients and household for safety and security.

• Ability to adhere to directives while allowing clients their autonomy. • Able to deal appropriately with upset, angry or demanding clients. To be considered, please submit cover letter, resume and 3 current job references by: 5pm Monday July 17, 2017 Email: aa.hgspeace@mhtv.ca Mail: Haida Gwaii Society for Community Peace; P.O. Box 811, Masset, B.C. V0T 1M0 In Person: 2132 Collison Avenue, (across from the Library) Call Tammy Muller, Transition House Coordinator at (250) 626-4664 or email aa.hgspeace@mhtv.ca

Community Service Listings Not For Profit Groups/Organizations/Societies

Hall For Rent. The Port Clements Community Hall is available for rentals. Located mid-island it is a great place to hold your event, be it a meeting, wedding, concert or any other function. Our hall has a full kitchen and Bar area and can host up to 150 persons. For booking please call 250-557-4313 and leave us a message. Call Please leave a message at (250) 557-4313 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Queen Charlotte Community Hall Rentals. The Queen Charlotte Community Hall located on Bay Street, has the EA Ross room (meeting room that seats up to 70 people), mail hall, stage and kitchen-all available for rent. Also available for rent are: * wooden tables ($5 each per day) * wooden chairs ($1 each per day) * a complete place setting for 225 people * water goblets & wine glasses * cups & cutlery * white & black linen tablecloths, etc. The kitchen is also available to rent on a daily basis for prepping for larger events. For more information, call Reine Pineault at 250-559-4792. Call Reine Pineault at (250) 559-4792 or email info@ haidagwaiitrader.com Military Arms Shoot. Everyone is welcome! Our next event is a Military Arms Shoot and is on Sunday, July 16th from 2-4pm. Bring your own gun or try one of ours! The Port Clements Rod and Gun Club is a community-based club supporting local hunting and fishing interests. Members and guests welcome! Located on Juskatla Road (5 km Southwest of PC).

Questions? Comments? Call Ron at (250) 557-4255 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com

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Saahlinda Naay ~ Saving Things House Haida Gwaii Museum. The Haida Gwaii Museum plays an important role in making arts and heritage more accessible and raising awareness of the importance of heritage and history on Haida Gwaii. Through our collections, the museum acquires, preserves and presents objects, archeological artifacts, art works and settler material culture all connected to the human and natural history of Haida Gwaii. New! Check out the museum archives online! Visit www. haidagwaiimuseum.ca, click on “eMuseum” to experience Haida Gwaii through thousands of historical photos. We house a unique and comprehensive collection of historical and post-contact archival materials, made accessible to the public within a setting that evokes the community identities of both Haida and settler communities on Haida Gwaii. Our collection includes ancestral and contemporary Haida works, both utilitarian and ceremonial, settler pieces, audio recordings of Haida songs, histories and stories as given by Haida elders in both Haida and English languages, and a plethora of photographs. Memberships to the Museum are available through the gift shop. Membership allows access to the museum free for one year, 10% discount on regularly priced items in the gift shop, notification of special events and exhibits featured at the Museum. Regular Annual Membership - $30, Senior Annual Membership (65+) - $10, Family Annual Membership - $40, Lifetime Membership - $250. Please call the museum gift shop at (250) 559 4643. Check us out on Facebook! Call Scott Marsden at (250) 559-4643 or email museum@haidagwaii.net Queen Charlotte Community Hall Rentals. The Queen Charlotte Community Hall located on Bay Street, has the EA Ross room (meeting room that seats up to 70 people), mail hall, stage and kitchen-all available for rent. Also available for rent are: * wooden tables ($5 each per day) * wooden chairs ($1 each per day) * a complete place setting for 225 people * water goblets & wine glasses * cups & cutlery * white & black linen tablecloths, etc. The kitchen is also available to rent on a daily basis for prepping for larger events. For more information, call Reine Pineault at 250-559-4792. Call Reine Pineault at (250) 559-4792 or email info@ haidagwaiitrader.com

Tai Chi Classes Haida Gwaii. Start a path of training intended to develop a body that is strong & supple, a mind that is clear & calm. Village of Queen Charlotte: 250-559-8252 or 250-631-9160. Tlell: 250-557-9362.

Sandspit: 250-637-5463. Our Aims and Objectives assure everyone receives the same quality of instruction and dedicated leadership. They are: • To make the Taoist Tai Chi® arts available to all. • To promote the Taoist Concept of Health through practice of the Taoist arts • To promote cultural exchange • To help others. Call Beatie Maxen at (250) 631-9160 or email wendy@xplornet.com The Last Minute Market. Looking for something to do when in Prince Rupert? Why not check out The Last Minute Market; Prince Rupert’s only year round indoor market! You will find an assortment of crafts, arts, home business, baking and lots more. We also encourage visits from travelling artists, crafter’s and home business owners with very reasonable table rental fees and a friendly atmosphere. If you are travelling to Prince Rupert, bring your crafts with you and give us a call! You can find us at the Moose Hall, across from the Highliner, Saturdays from 9-12:30. Proceeds from our table rentals are donated to our local Loyal Order of the Moose.

Call Miranda Kessler at (250) 600-0006 or email merrymoberry@gmail.com Buyer/Seller Beware! If you ever receive an email response to any of your HGT classified ads that look very odd, are written with very poor English or ask you for personal information or prepayment, DO NOT RESPOND and forward the email to HGT at info@haidagwaiitrader.com

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Weekly Rock Talks at Crystal Cabin! Join us this summer every Friday at 11am for Rock Talks at Crystal Cabin! In this 30 minute fun and interactive weekly tour expect to learn about Haida Gwaii’s unique geological history, including: - Introduction to Stones from Haida Gwaii - Geological Formation of the Islands - Tlell Stone Circle Tour - Identify Agates and Learn How They are Formed - Bring your rock questions! After the tour there will be the chance to have your rock finds identified! Date: 11AM, every Friday for Summer 2017 (last Rock Talks on August 25) Location: Crystal Cabin, 778A Richardson Road, Tlell, BC, V0T 1Y0 Contact: 1-250-557-4383 Price: By donation What are Guests Saying about Rock Talks? “Thank you so much for providing this opportunity to learn about the geology of Haida Gwaii. I’ve walked by the Tlell Stone Circle many times on my visits to Crystal Cabin and it’s great to learn what it’s all about!” - Shirley L, Haida Gwaii Local “Really interesting! We were amazed to learn the age of the stones from these islands. Especially the 200 million year old fossil. Quite impressive,” Rob and Cindy, Visiting from Calgary, Alberta “I found this tour fascinating!” Jenny G, Haida Gwaii Local “Thank you for setting me straight on finding agates. After the talk I found my first beach agate!” Susan M, Visiting from Vancouver, British Columbia Call April at (250) 557-4383 or email info@crystalcabingallery.ca

Ride & Ship Share

Rides, car pool, transportation, shipping.

Seeking Cargo Service / Will Pay. Wanted - a ride for two wooden chairs - one a rocking chair - from Vancouver to Queen Charlotte. Would be happy to help pay expenses. Please email jkinegal@hotmail.com WANTED: Ride Share from Haida Gwaii to South West Coast. Hello!

I’m posting this way in advance but I’m hoping to confirm a ride as soon as I possibly can! My name is Shaunna - me and my dog Benson and friend Kate are sailing up to Haida Gwaii in the beginning of July. I can unfortunately only stay for a short time on Haida Gwaii before I have to return back to my home on Salt Spring Island. I would like to avoid putting my dog on the ferry from PR to Port Hardy as much as I possibly can, and flights are quite expensive so I’m looking to catch a ride back down to the south-west coast. I’m looking to leave from Haida Gwaii sometime in the last week of July. I can help with driving as well as costs of gas.

Benson and I are both great company. Please be in touch. Thank you! Call Shaunna at (778) 402-4687 or email inheryouth@hotmail.com Room for freight? I am looking for a truck returning from south coast with room for my food order. Call Lynda Dixon at (250) 637-1609 or email l.brassica1960@gmail.com

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Information, Gifts & Art. Make the Queen Charlotte Visitor centre your first stop on Island for visitor information, updates on local events, excursions to Gwaii Haanas, local trail info and maps. We also carry one of the best selections of local art and giftware on island. Open summer hours 7 days a week June to September. Call Maureen Weddell at (250) 559-8316 or email info@qcinfo.ca

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Tiny Houses For Sale. 20’ Tiny House Features and Specifications: • Built on a brand new 20’ Rainbow Excursion trailer which is made in Canada and features 6” channel frame and hitch, radial tires, electric brakes, stone guarding, and high quality black topcoat. • Floor securely fastened to trailer, lined with aluminum sheeting, insulated with 3.5” of ridged foam insulation, sealed with spray foam and topped with 5/8” tongue and groove plywood. • Walls and ceiling insulated with 3” of closed cell spray foam insulation installed by a professional insulator to give an R value of 20. • Westform Duraclad metal roof in charcoal grey. Custom metal facia, window drip edges, and base drip edge also in charcoal grey and installed. Call Daniel Chimko at (250) 632-2228 or email dchimko@ citywest.ca Every Saturday! Yoga with Rose in the Tlell Stone Circle. Join us this summer, every Sunny Saturday (weather dependent)* at 11:11am for Yoga with Rose outside in the Tlell Stone Circle! In this weekly hour-long class, Moksha Yoga Instructor Rose Cortez will lead participants in a Yin Yoga Inspired class. Date: 11:11AM - 12:12PM every Sunny Saturday for Summer 2017 Location: Crystal Cabin in Tlell Price: $15 Materials: Wear comfy clothing!

Some yoga mats will be provided - bring your own if possible! *The last Yoga session to take place on Saturday, August 26. **There will be no Yoga Session August 12 due to the Edge of the World Music Festival in Tlell.You can learn more on our website! www.crystalcabingallery.com. Call April at (250) 557-4383 or email info@crystalcabingallery.ca

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1. Agate Man 2. Berry picking 3. Swimming 4. Logger Sports Day 5. Kayaking 6. Hiking 7. Skidegate Days 8. Sleeping Beauty 9. Live music 10. Tlell Fall Fair 11. Picnic 12. Barbecue 13. Gardening BONUS: Edge of the World Music Festival

Jennifer Rice MLA – North Coast

Working to build a better BC for you and all British Columbians For help with provincial matters contact my office at: 1-866-624-7734 818 3rd ave. West Prince Rupert, B.C. V8J 1M6 www.JenniferRice.ca

Jennifer.Rice.mla@leg.bc.ca

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