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Slain man will be remembered Erin Haluschak Black Press COURTENAY—Friends and family are preparing to say their last goodbyes to a former Port Hardy man who was allegedly killed by a teen in a weekend knife attack. A celebration of James Denton’s life is planned for Saturday, exactly one week after police say he was stabbed to death by a 16-year-old male, who cannot be identified because of provisions under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. The accused made his first court appearance Monday in Courtenay where emotions ran high inside and outside the courtroom. Grieving family members couldn’t restrain their emotions as the 16-year-old, looking stoic and unemotional, was formally read his charge by provincial court Judge Peter Doherty, who noted the court’s position is to seek an adult sentence for the suspect if found guilty. Family members of the accused sitting in the front rows of the gallery, burst into tears as the charge was read. Family members of Denton and friends of the alleged assailant got into a shouting match outside the courthouse. “He killed my boy — he murdered by son,” yelled

Brenda Denton, mother of James. “I want justice for my son.” She later added, “He died sticking up for a friend.” David Denton, hugging his wife while surrounded by friends and family, wondered aloud why his son died. “He died for nothing,” he said.. The teen was arrested Saturday night following the stabbing about 11:30 p.m. near the entrance to G.P. Vanier Secondary School in Courtenay as a crowd dispersed from a music festival at the nearby Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. Denton, 19, later died at St. Joseph’s General Hospital in Comox. Denton was raised in Port Hardy, but moved down island several years ago where he attended Highland Secondary School in Comox. James’ uncle, Leon Cake, described Denton as a straight-A student who just started a full time job with for BC Hydro. “He got what he did not deserve ... he was just wanting to go his way,” he said while struggling to hold back tears. “No reasons ... he was an innocent 19-year-old kid.” Comox Valley RCMP said the accused has no previous history of violence.

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James Denton in happier days doing one of the things he loved best. The 19-year-old former Port Hardy resident was allegedly killed by a knife-wielding 16-year-old soon after a Courtenay music festival ended Saturday. —Photo supplied

“James was the person he was because of the love and support his family gave him,” said long time pal, Quinn Mellow. “After he moved away he frequently came back to Port Hardy to visit, go fishing and just hang out.” Added another friend, Carly Heavenor: “You would never catch James without a smile on his face,

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and he had a positive attitude towards everything in life.” Heavenor and Denton’s close pal, Ryan Fedorak, penned a letter to the Gazette about their friend. “James blew everyone away with his fearless attitude towards biking,” they wrote. “James was, for a short time, a member of Nitro,

at the Government Dock when the 28-year-old suspect allegedly stabbed a 25-year-old victim in the leg. “Luckily (the victim) wasn’t seriously injured,” said Port hardy RCMP Cpl. Ryan Netzer,

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In fact, Denton was recently in town for the Filomi Days celebration. “He came up to visit all of his Port Hardy friends and to go fishing — it was a great time with James, as always.” The celebration of James’ life is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday at Courtenay’s Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton Ave.

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Motor homers play Santa to area’s needy Mike D’Amour Gazette staff When the Vancouver Islanders roll into a town, they usually leave something good behind. During a recent visit to Storey’s Beach, nearly two dozen motorhomes filled the parking lot of the famous beach and held their version of Christmas in July. When they were done, the area’s needy had seven full boxes of food and close to 300 bucks — all of which was handed over to Port Hardy Harvest Food Bank manager Cheryl Elliott. The Vancouver Islanders is a 180-member chapter of the international Family Motor Coach Association and do several trips a year with varying number of motor homes. “We do about four trips a year,” said Art Jackson, a member from Victoria. The group at Storey’s Beach

seemed to have a blast. Food was cooking on a massive barbecue, folks were laughing and telling stories. The participants held a 50/50 draw that raised about $280 for the local food bank after the winner, an unidentified woman, donated the cash to the food bank. Laurel Macanley, a member of the motor-home club from Nanoose Bay, said giving to the communites they visit makes everyone feel good. “I know we feel good donating food and other things, and I hope the people who receive it feel a little better knowing people out here care.” The group’s next trip takes it to Buttle Lake, in the Campbell River area. “I know we’ll do something for the community while we’re there, I’m just not sure what it is yet,” said Jackson.

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Marathon of hope doomed in Woss? carrying on where he left off.” just that raising $24.1 million. The 31st Annual Terry Fox Run If interested in getting involved, please contact Donna Since that period more than $500 is in danger of not taking place this million has been raised through the White at The Terry Fox Foundation either by email at year in Woss Lake, if a volunteer Terry Fox Foundation’s initiatives, bcyukon@terryfoxrun.org or by phone at 1-888-836run organizer is not found. such as The Terry Fox Run, founded 9786. “It would be such a shame for For more information about the Foundation, please visit by Isadore Sharp, founder of the Four the people of Woss Lake to miss Season Hotels and Resorts, who had a www.terryfox.org. out on an opportunity to keep vision of his own. Terry’s legacy alive as every com“We will ask every munity no matter how big or small city and town across can make a huge impact, just Canada to join in on the I call upon the governments for immediate action. Supply as Terry learned when a small same day so that you the basic needs for every person in the geographically town of 10,000 people raised over will be running in our resource-huge country. This is the action of a desperate $10,000” said Donna White, proman, an immigrant in the country now 60 years; 21 hearts and minds every in Germany. Freedom from want: Churchill/Roosevelt vincial director for B.C. and Yukon year until the battle is (Atlantic Charter, 1941) Albert Schweitzer: “Reference for of the Terry Fox Foundation. won.” White, herself a cancer survivor, life”. Albert Einstein: “I believe in a God who manifests The Terry Fox Run Himself in the harmony of all human beings.” Albert is a testament to the difference began more than thirty Einstein: “If I had known where this nuclear stuff leads, research is making in the fight I years ago with more I would have been a carpenter.” Scientists did not wish against cancer. than 760 sites in Canada to develop the bomb once they knew Germany did not “The fact is if Terry were alive today instead of being given a 30 Terry Fox raised millions for cancer and around the world, develop it. attracting 300,000 par- James Forestall went mentally ill and committed suicide per cent chance to live, he would research. ticipants and raising just prior before he ran away from a friend’s house and be looking at a 90 per cent sur$3.5 million. vival rate,” explained White. shouted: “The Russians are coming, the Russians are Wilhelm Waldstein The Terry Fox Foundation is looking for coming.” There was never a missile gap and the Russians “And what’s wonderful about his legacy is it’s not just about the type of cancer Terry had, or cancers affect- an enthusiastic individual to continue the were never a threat and had to rebuild a destroyed Soviet Union, against the USA. (Read: The ing youth, or men, or women — the Foundation funds tradition in Woss Lake on Sunday, Sept. House of War/The Pentagon/The Disastrous Rise of American Power by James Carroll, Catholic priest who married and became a writer. He wrote the book to help save mankind from a research in to all kinds of cancer believing, as Terry did, 18. As long-term organizer, Elaine Marlon- nuclear holocaust. He did it because he loved his country and did not want to see his country that we need to conquer this disease once and for all for Lambert on Mayne Island, learned: “It’s going bankrupt over defence spending, for which there was no reason. everybody,” she said. “When I started this Run, I said that if we all gave one amazing how many times people and busi- Wars are not won anymore with battleships and modern jet ﬁghters and bombers but by dollar, we’d have $24 million for cancer research, and nesses want to help if you mention Terry’s ideology and offering every human being a decent existence. I don’t care, man, there’s no reason that isn’t possible.” name. Walk around Port Hardy (and this is the case in every northern town among the Natives: the “He was such an inspiration and it’s unemployment and poverty! They have no money to feed themselves properly. stated Terry Fox. During his Marathon of Hope in 1980, Terry Fox did really a privilege to be able to work on We must produce essential goods and services and not useless goods and services that pollute and use up resources – no dirty oil to China to keep us unemployed and reduce the planet to garbage dumps. (Read E. F. Schumacher’s Small is Beautiful and Good Work, and Erich Fromm’s books on how to overcome the tyranny of money. (You can produce a billion and more of DVDs to make money but this does not feed us, or the “Indians,” helpless in those northern communities without the land base to feed themselves.

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Immediately increase the welfare payments to a decent level above starvation level, and/ or establish immediately soup kitchens in every town and village and not leave it to religious organization to do a little band aid damage control, as laudable as this may be. (Jesus: “love thy neighbour as thyself”; “and those who believed were together and had all things common.” Acts 2/44 When I see a family coming out of Owikeeno and they do not have the money to buy something to eat from A & W or Subway here in Port Hardy, a divine anger overcomes me, similar to when Jesus drove out the money lenders from the Lord’s house. Abolish all weapons of mass destruction from the face of the earth and there will be sufﬁcient for every human being to be fed and housed and clothed. (Read Galbraith’s The Good Society) Here is a poem by Thomas Hardy, so the truth be known why the people fought in World War One and Two, not because they cared about freedom and democracy – a man cares about feeding his family.

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The Man He Killed “Had he and I but met By some old ancient inn, We should have sat us down wet Right many a nipperkin! “But ranged as infantry, And staring face to face, I shot at him as he at me, And killed him in his place. I shot him dead – because Because he was my foe, Just so: my foe of course he was; That’s clear enough; although – He thought he’d list, perhaps Off-hand like – just as I – WAS OUT OF WORK – HAD SOLD HIS TRAPS – No other reason why. Yes; quaint and curious war is! You shoot a fellow down, You’d treat if met where any bar is, Or help to half-a-crown.” Isaiah 2/4 Turning weapons into ploughshares. Let me repeat: Read: The House of War, the most important book of our time if you love your children. Submitted, Wilhelm Waldstein (To be continued) (Schweitzer wanted to make people think to make them better.) (Jails are not a good investment.)

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Cabins create controversy Mike D’Amour Gazette staff PORT HARDY—Don Orr said he had no idea his plans to build a few cabins would create such an uproar within the North Island hospitality industry. “I did anticipate some opposition, but not that much,” said the man who owns the five-acre Port Hardy RV Resort — the former Sunny Sanctuary — at 8080 Goodspeed Rd. “Nobody wants to see more competition, but it’s just the nature of the beast.” Several people got up to speak at a July 12 public hearing on the matter, before the regular District of Port Hardy council meeting, and many more wrote letters opposing the cabins. Donna Harvey wrote in a letter to council that she and her partner have no trouble with a little competition. “We just feel, at this time, Port Hardy has many accommodations that are not being utilized,” wrote Harvey who, with Dan Zimmerman, owns Ecoscape Cabins. Harvey pointed to the abandoned and derelict Seagate Hotel as an example of what could happen if council does allow Orr to build the cabins. “Some of the older hotels are just making it as it is and with 20 potential less rooms per night they could end up closing their doors and end up being another eye sore in our community.” But Orr said he doesn’t plan to build 20 cabins at once. He originally put in a proposal to do 20 “middle of the road, nothing super fancy, nice little self-contained” cabins because he believed the district was asking how many he wanted to do overall. “People were saying at the meeting I was immediately building 20 cabins and that it would devastate the economy, so I wanted to clarify I only wanted to do four to six at this particular time and see how things went — pretty simple, I thought.”” he said. “If the need was there I’d build some

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more, but if the need wasn’t there for another two or three years, or if it never arrived, I wouldn’t build anymore.” But Shannon Dayley, of Bear Cove Cottages Resort, said the addition of any extra rental accommodations would be “a great burden” on her business. “In recent years Port Hardy’s hotel and B&B industry has been hit hard with the Queen of the North sinking in 2006 and the global economic crisis that we still face today,” she wrote in a letter to Port Hardy council. “We do realize it is every person’s right to prosper and have success (but) in this case there simply seems to be too many businesses and livelihoods at stakes.” Karl Thomas, of the Quarterdeck Resort, agreed and said competition is the last thing Port Hardy’s hospitality industry needs right now. “We feel Port Hardy has enough accommodations to serve our current market,” he also wrote in a letter to Port Hardy council. “Although it is good to see the town attracting local investment, this particular area of business is at capacity already.” And Tony Choi of the Airport Inn said it doesn’t make sense to add new rooms for rent. “In the past six years we have seen a decrease in summer BC Ferry traffic, sports fishermen as well as tour operators,” he wrote. “With the economic downturn we are seeing less business travellers and meeting attendees to fill our rooms. It is our opinion that this would be detrimental for all accommodations in Port Hardy.” The land is currently zoned Tourist Commercial, T-1 with a commercial land use designation. Orr said he applied, at the urging of District staff, to apply for a rezone to C-3, which allows campgrounds combined with hotels or motels.

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The campground where owner Don Orr wants to build cabins, despite opposition from others in the hospitality industry. Miike D’Amour photo

“All I wanted to do was put in a couple of cabins, but was told the zoning wasn’t right,” said Orr, who also owns Port McNeill’s Black Bear Resort, a 40-room resort and spa. “So they said well, we’ll change it to C-3.” But at the July 12 meeting, council decided to toss all that and look at rezoning as an amended T-1 to include cabins, motels and hotels. “(Council) wanted to put all the tourist stuff into the tourist commercial, which makes sense to me,” said Orr.

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Check out our annual Craft Fair F along the boardwalk at Telegraph Cove. Numerous island crafters will display their talents 10am to 4pm! U Salmon barbecue 11am to 2:30pm U Hot Corn on the-Cob & Hot Dogs-ALL DAY!

on Sunday, July 31st Take part in our annual Fishing Derby!

From dawn until 4pm the bite is ON! (Top) Some folks pose after a tour of the Senior’s Housing the Rotary Club spear-headed several years ago, Ernie Rose and Nigel Parr enjoy the ups and downs of maturity in Rotary Park. photos supplied

PORT HARDY— After a tour of a few of the projects that the Rotary Club of Port Hardy has contributed to over the years, its new executive team for the 2011-2012 year was recently and officially sworn in by outgoing assistant district governor Dave Nelson. New President Rebecca Olesen said she is thrilled to lead the extraordinarily dedicated group of volunteers that make up the Rotary Club of Port Hardy. “Last year our club contributed approximately 3000 hours of volunteer time, and spent more than $43,000 to improve the lives of those in our community and around the world,” said Olesen. “Our biggest community project was resurfacing the tennis courts and installing new nets — they’re now in great shape if anyone is up for a challenge.” Other projects supported by the Rotary Club of Port Hardy last year included $4,000 for Jeneece Place,

which provides accommodation for parents while their children receive medical care in Victoria; $5,000 for playground equipment at Eagleview School; and donations to the Santa Parade, Filomi Days, the Pumpkin Patch Walk, the Gazette

Hamper Fund, and the Japan Walk. On the international front, the eradication of polio is a major focus of Rotary International and the busy club also recently organized a performance of Roman Danylo, host of Canada’s Comedy Inc.

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Too violent, too soon James Denton was at an age when most teens at the far edge of that classification are shaking off remnants of childhood to become the adults they were meant to be. Yet one part of his childhood the 19-year-old had no intentions of leaving behind was Port Hardy. All the friends who spoke to the Gazette — and there were many — said Denton loved to return to fish, bike or continue to explore the wilderness he loved. He just started a new life, as novel as a new job can make it. It was just a short while ago the guy with the ready smile and penchant for making friends — who’re still loyal pals years after they learned their ABCs together — took a job with BC Hydro. That’s the kind of career job every kid out of electrician school dreams about, and Denton achieved it. That was surely only the beginning for Denton. But we’ll never really know because his life ended far too soon in a violent, senseless act at the hands of another teen, just 16 himself. Denton is described by his pals as as an easy going, stand up guy who didn’t start trouble, but would be there in an instant to back up his friends who were in the middle of it. Until something else is known, it seems that’s exactly what happened in the scenario that claimed Denton’s life. The fact that is was a kid who ended Denton’s life is doubly tragic. One young man who will be remembered in the best possible way, and another young man who will do his time, then slither back into society where he will be largely unknown.Until, of course, the next time he picks up a knife.

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Seems the idiots are at it again — several flowers and trees were recently uprooted on Granville Street for no apparent reason.

HST horror stories fade away The B.C. government has released its audited public accounts for what Bill Vander Zalm enthusiasts strain to depict as Year One of the Harmonized Sales Tax Apocalypse. So let’s survey this allegedly bleak landscape of shuttered hair salons and seniors hoarding pet food, waiting for Belgian bureaucrats to come calling. Retail sales increased 5.3 per cent in 2010. Growth has softened so far this year, but there’s no evidence it’s due to the HST. The provincial deficit dropped by nearly a billion dollars, even though spending on government services continued its relentless rise with another billion-dollar increase. That’s four per cent spending growth, the same as the growth rate of the economy. But as usual, two thirds of it is health-care spending, growing closer to twice that fast.

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My barber voted No to Vander Zalm. His accounting is simpler, his price is still reasonable and customers aren’t prepared to start cutting their own hair. Restaurant association head Ian Tostenson predicted thousands of restaurants would close because of HST, and then mused about running for premier. Fortunately, we were spared from both. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon put out some spin

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claim the tax was promised to be revenue neutral. That finance ministry estimate was only for the first year, and it proved pessimistic. It looks as if going back to the old provincial sales tax will cost the treasury about $600 million in revenue the next few years. HST rate cuts are made up by economic growth. Or we can return to a retail sales tax developed for a post-war, pre-service economy, and continue a B.C. political debate that revolves around 30-yearold socialist ideology. So if your HST referendum envelope is still in the bottom of your recycling bin, you might consider fishing it out and casting a No vote. They have to be delivered to Elections BC by Aug. 5. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com, tfletcher@blackpress.ca

about how tight-fisted spending control brought the deficit down from the 10-figure range. Prudence, he called it. It was economic growth that paid the bills, with mills and mines opening and consumers spending. Former premier Bill Bennett’s observation still applies: B.C. is a small, open resource economy in a volatile world market. A skilled labour shortage already exists in the B.C. northeast and is forecast to spread across the province. The government’s latest labour market survey estimates that B.C. will be in a labour shortage by 2016, and there will be one million job openings by 2020. One third of these will come from economic growth, two thirds from retiring baby boomers. The public accounts also confirm what we found out last fall, that HST revenues have run ahead of expectations. HST haters like to A member of

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She likes Filomi, she really, really likes it Dear editor: I am writing this to express my gratitude about some recent events in Port Hardy and our area. The Music Festival at Cluxewe was awesome, and I was proud to have

my granddaughter and daughter with me as well. They too, enjoyed it immensely and my granddaughter was dancing in the rain, totally oblivious to it. We, as adults could take notes

from this free-spiritedness. A more beautiful setting could not be found, and I look forward to next year's. A huge thank you to all the folk involved; I am aware of all of the work done behind

the scenes to bring us such a variety of musicians. My family came up again for the Filomi Days celebrations to have fun with parade watching (especially the candy part!), activities, food and

music that can only be presented with a small town feel of camaraderie and warmth. I appreciate the commitment of the groups of people who can pull this off, especially the nice weather part!

To sit and listen to music is so relaxing and to be in such a beautiful, natural surrounding is truly a gift that I take for granted too often. To hear the children laughing, see them eating mini donuts, walking

about with fresh tattoos and balloon hats connects with the child in me. These days are our children's good ol' days and thanks again for all of the work done to give it to them. Please, everyone,

give yourselves a big pat on the back for a good job well done! Thank you Port Hardy! I get a sense that there is more to come? Bring it on! Betty-Jean Dziekan Port Hardy

What happened to climate change? Dear editor: Climate change is one of the key challenges of our time, but it seems to have dropped off people’s radar in the last year or so. Are people simply overwhelmed by the enormity of the issue, or have the big emitters of greenhouse gases managed to convince people that climate isn’t happening? Maybe it’s a bit of both, and that’s truly unfortunate. Denying that climate change is happening is not going to make it go

away. It will only make things worse in the long run. We need to recognize that climate change is occurring and turn quickly to energy sources that don’t emit the greenhouse gases responsible for the problem. The signs that climate change is occurring are there for all to see. The coming century is going to be a crucial one for humankind, and if we hope to survive as a species we must make the change to energy sources

that are clean, renewable and sustainable. We can rise to the challenge climate change and show ourselves to be the infinitely adaptable, clever species we’ve proven to be throughout history and pre-history. Or we can become the dodo birds of the twentyfirst century. The choice is ours, and I know which choice I will make. How about you? Pamela Gardner Burnaby, B.C.

Taxed to death Dear editor: BC Liberal Caucus retreat in Harrison Hot Springs, tax payers pick up the tab once again. I speculate that the cost of this venue will be very expensive and will be another example of how our tax dollars are being spent. A few questions for the Liberals, how much did it cost, you forgot to provide us with a financial break down. A paid vacation at an expensive resort

is something that most of us can’t afford because we are being taxed to death or have limited disposable income. Next time you might consider paying your own way, we are tired of “Dutch Treat” at the tax payers’ expense. Lead by example, be frugal with our money and if you insist that we pay for it, consider renting a local community centre and bring your own lunch. Wayne Mossman Qualicum Beach, B.C.

It's a gas, but not long term Dear editor: No one can disagree that natural gas produces fewer GHG emissions than coal or oil. Likewise, there is no point questioning the fact that natural gas can play a role in transitioning the world away from more carbon intensive fossil fuels. However, I would disagree with anyone who believes we can build a long

term clean energy strategy around natural gas. In fact, if we place too much emphasis on natural gas, it will invariably slow the development of the renewable clean energy sources we really need, just as a report from David Suzuki recently pointed out. Natural gas has a place in reducing GHG emissions. It’s also a major revenue

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source for the province. However, our province’s clean energy resources could also become a major revenue source if we were to develop them, and the revenue they could potentially generate could surpass the revenue being generated by our non-renewable natural gas resources. Fred Reemeyer Coquitlam B.C.

Just a little more ... Rick Snowdon puts the finishing touches on a greenhouse while other members of the Grassroots Garden Society work party prepares raised beds recently at the community garden on Park Drive in Port Hardy. J.R. Rardon photo

Carrots and sticks for electric cars? Dear editor: Electric cars have been around since the 1830’s and 1840’s, and production models have been around since the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. There’s really not much new about the electric car concept other than the 21st century technology now being used to get them back onto our streets in a big way to reduce emissions. The media have given electric cars some good exposure, and modern electric cars are definitely creating interest and excitement. But I can’t help wondering what it’s really going to take for us to lose our collective attachment to the internal combustion engine and the fossil fuels they run on. After all, we’re paying through the nose for gas at the pump and you would think this alone would propel a lot of people toward electric car dealerships. To me it seems crazy that we’re powering our cars with gasoline made from oil that’s pumped out of the ground mostly

outside BC’s borders when we’re living in the clean electricity capital of the world. Not only is it crazy to be importing this oil, we’re also exporting jobs and revenues in the process. If we can shift the majority of vehicles on our city streets to clean electricity it would obviously keep those jobs and revenues inside this province while also reducing emissions. Let me say that I’m certainly not in favour of governments mandating what we can drive and/or where we can drive. But I also can’t help wondering what carrots and sticks are still needed to make electric vehicles the norm on our city streets. If high gas prices haven’t already done the trick, then perhaps some stronger motivators are needed to drastically reduce vehicle emissions and keep jobs and revenues in the province? Michael McBratney Port Moody, B.C.

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The new, with a nod to the ancient Government of Canada, the Island Coastal Economic Trust and the North Vancouver Island Aboriginal Training Society. “This grand opening of our boardwalk and these awagwas represents a ‘Namgis ‘Na’mima,” said Chief Bill Cranmer. “This is a positive step towards enhancing our waterfront and more importantly our culture,” he said. “I hope these awagwas will bring our community and our nation closer together and I am eager to see our people utilizing these structures as our past hereditary leaders did, as our elders did.” The enhanced waterfront will feature a new boardwalk that connects the Cormorant Island ferry terminal to the world famous U’Mista Cultural Centre. It will also feature five traditional awak’was — each awak’was represents one of the five founding namimas (families) of the ‘Namgis First Nation.

CORMORANT ISLAND, B.C.—The ‘Namgis First Nation was proud to celebrate the grand opening of their new waterfront boardwalk and five traditional awak’was. “Our Government is happy to support British Columbia’s coastal communities whose economies have relied heavily on seasonal fishing industries,” said Aboriginal Affairs Minister John Duncan, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification. Awak’was means a “place to sit and talk” in the Kwakwala language and represent the five ‘Na’mima — clans — of the ‘Namgis Nation. The Awak’was were the summer seats where ‘Namgis Chiefs met, women often gave small potlatch gifts out to other ladies and was a general place to meet, discuss and make decisions for the people. The new look was made possible because of a partnership with the

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North Island Life 2 0 1 1 Saturday started out with a drizzle, but the day warmed as visitors poured into the island town to take in the sights and sounds of the 29th annual Alert Bay Seafest. (Clockwise from top) Isadora Datt paints a mask at the Visitor’s Centre, Giselle Alfred has her face painted, also at the Visitor’s Centre, people mingle inside the entrance to the Alert Bay Art Loft, sisters Meadow (front) and Julia Austin dance up a storm to Sointula’s Backbone Road, Barb Cranmer hosts a game of Retro Alert Bay-style Family Feud at the Town Square, the line was busy at the food booth and Seafest visitors check out the booths along the boardwalk All photos by Elena Rardon, except bottom middle by David Faren

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Daytripping I’m just looking at the space I have to write this story and know I don’t have anywhere near the room I need to adequately tell you about the Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre. It’d be easy if we didn’t have all these pictures to go with the story — and if I quit wasting valuable space whining about the lack of space. Simply and cliche-ly put, the Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre is an absolute jewel for the North Island. It’s a first-rate, world class facility we’re lucky to have. Ken Fuller, the extraordinarily knowledgeable manager of the centre, said the place all started in the early 1980s with a few Atco trailers no one else wanted. Fast forward to my recent visit to the new facility that underwent a $1.6 million facelift with an eye towards education and another towards aesthetics. The Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre is operated by the Northern Vancouver Island Salmonid Enhancement Association — a non-profit organization dedicated to salmon conservation and education on northern Vancouver Island — whose directors wanted an educational element to this working hatchery that helps put millions of salmon into three of our rivers each year. “Everything we do is stock enhancement for conservation and, ultimately, harvest opportunities,” said Fuller. “Fish taken from a particular river are returned to the same river.” Fuller said his crews don’t do “any Johnny Appleseed-type” programs. “We do Quatse River, Cluxewe River and Waukwaas River.” Most impressive is the interpretive centre of Quatse that has several notable features, not the least of which is a 10-ft. doughnut-shaped aquarium that was loaded with wee coho during a recent visit. There is plenty for kids to do and much of the interpretive centre seems to have been built for them, but the kid in you will come out while you’re there, guaranteed. Outside the facility is the two fire pit pavilion, which is free for public use, and the head of the spectacular Quatse Loop, a three-kilometre trail perfect for those casual sunny days we’ve all heard so much about. As well, the compound boasts a 62 campsite campground — 42 are full service. When you add in a full meal deal conference facility that can easily host upwards of five dozen people, it’s obvious this place has it all. Guided tours are available and truly, people of all ages will love the experience. —story and photos by Mike D’Amour

Clockwise from top: A model orca goes after a similarly frozen-in-time salmon, centre manager Ken Fuller at the doughnut-shaped aquarium, some of the scenery from the Quatse Loop, Fuller in the midst of fry tanks, one of the many signs around the facility to let you know what’s happening and the background photo is Corey’s Sea Wall, with items supplied by the late Corey Hayes’ parents.

Important stuff HOW TO GET THERE: The centre is just a couple of klicks west on Byng Road off the highway. COST: Cheap — Five bucks for adults, two dollars for kids and seniors, under five free, and families get in for $10.All proceeds generated at the centre and campground fund salmon conservation efforts on Northern Vancouver Island. WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE

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July 25-29 Soccer Annual World Cup Soccer Camp at NISS track field. Session 1 ages 6-8; session 2 ages 9-12; session 3 ages 13-16. Tournament Friday 9 a.m.-noon. Info, Sandy at 250956-4306 or Liz at 250-949-7965. www. worldcupsoccercamp. com July 30-31 Fish derby 6th Annual Quatsino Fishing Derby. Info, Gwen at 250-949-7960 or quatsino.museum@ recn.ca July 30-August 1 Drag racing North Island Timing Association hosts points series drags at Port McNeill Airport. Golf Annual Don McLeod Golf Tournament at Port Alice Golf and Country Club. Everyone invited for fun-format tourney; no scorecards allowed. Barbecue, prizes. Info, 250-284-3213. July 31 Fishing Annual Telegraph Cove fishing derby. Info, 250-928-3131. August 1 Golf Don MacLeod Memorial Golf Tournament at Port Alice Golf and Country Club. Scramble format with prizes and barbecue. 8:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. start. For info, call clubhouse at 250-284-3213. August 19-21 Slo-pitch Annual OrcaFest SloPitch Tournament in Port McNeill. Game times TBA; locations at Centennial Field, Mantic Field, Hyde Creek Ballpark. Info, Orma at 250-956-3345.

Hyde Creek infielder Tom Cessford tags out Port McNeill baserunner Tyler Berry on an attemped steal of third during the teams' first-round game in the North Vancouver Island Baseball League playoffs July 20. (Below) Hyde Creek baserunner Scott Fisher leaps but can't avoid the tag of Port Hardy Cubs catcher Chris Lamothe during the NVIBL semifinals Saturday at Hyde Creek Ballpark. J.R. Rardon photos only one runner beyond began, started Sunday’s final added another homer in the and picked up the win on J.R. Rardon first base after escaping a after catching back-to-back fourth inning and finished the mound while collecting Gazette staff HYDE CREEK—The bases-loaded jam in the first games Saturday. He ran into with three RBIs and three six strikeouts through six Hyde Creek Hillbillys cred- inning Sunday. “I felt good. immediate trouble, serving runs, and Moore plated two innings of work. Hillbillys 18, Rangers 8 ited an infusion of youth I just went out and had fun; up a leadoff walk and an runs with a single and also In Wednesday’s firstfor their run to the finals of that was the plan from the RBI double to Galeazzi. scored a run while drawing round game, Hall homered A hit batter and two more three walks. the North Vancouver Island get-go.” in his first three trips to the Cubs 12, Rangers 6 West was backed by error- walks produced another Baseball League playoffs. Lamothe snapped a 1-1 tie plate, later added a basesBut it was one of the free defense. Up the middle Hyde Creek run, and Glenn grizzled vets who led the behind him were a trio of Moore capped the five-run with a two-run triple in the loaded double and finished squad to a 14-0 win over youngsters from Woss — inning with a two-out, two- third inning of Saturday’s with 10 RBI as the Hillbillys the top-seeded Port Hardy rookies Taylor Galeazzi run single and eventually elimination game, and the overcame an early 8-2 defiCubs Sunday in the league in center field and Curtis came around to score on a Cubs went on to score 10 cit. Rushton and Cessford runs in the inning. Jason scored four runs each and championship game at the Carmen at second base and throwing error. The Hillbillys added sin- Hodson’s bases-clearing West was 3-for-3 with an third-year shortstop Ryan local ballpark. Jason West, who sports a Rushton, who recruited the gle runs in three innings to double was the other big RBI double and two runs. Tyler Berry reached base salt-and-pepper beard and other two after an extended push the lead to 8-0, and put blow in the frame, from the game away with a six- which the Rangers (2-10) four times and scored twice jokingly refers to himself lobbying effort. for the Rangers, who scored “It took three years to run seventh as Lamothe ran never recovered. as “an amateur silverback," Romas finished 3-for-4 all of their runs in the first pitched a seven-inning, get this guy,” Rushton said, out of gas. “My arm’s toast,” said with three RBI and two runs three innings. complete-game shutout and pointing at Galeazzi. “And added a two-run home run as it took halfway through the Lamothe, who wore an ice pack on his pitching shoulthe Hillbillys (9-4) claimed season.” The three paid dividends der for the post-game bartheir second straight league in the team’s playoff run last becue at the adjacent comtitle. Hyde Creek coaches week. Carmen threw a community hall. He's played were prepared, if necessary, plete game in the Hillbillys’ three seasons through a torn to relieve West in the late 8-1 semifinal win Saturday rotator cuff in the shoulder stages of the game, but the over Port Hardy (8-5). but said he plans to finally hurler was at his best at the Galeazzi hit two home runs have surgery on it, “as soon end, allowing just one bas- and raced to the wall in left- as possible.” West and Moore each erunner over the final three center field to rob the Cubs’ innings and getting two of Chris Lamothe of a potential finished 2-for-4 with three his five strikeouts in the bot- tying grand slam homer with RBIs, Ivan Hall scored Hyde Creek leading 5-1 in three runs and Galeazzi and tom of the seventh. It was the second playoff the fifth inning. Rushton had Carmen each had a pair of win for West, who pitched six infield assists without hits. Hillbillys 8, Cubs 1 four innings of scoreless a bobble in the final. “The Tom Cessford and relief in the Hillbillys’ 18-8 key to this season was those comeback win over the Port extra young guys Ryan Galeazzi led off Saturday’s McNeill Rangers in the first recruited,” said coach Bill semfinal with back-to-back Cessford. Lamothe, who was home runs, and that would round last Wednesday. “I’m confident in what I presented the league MVP be all the Hillbillys would do,” said West, who scattered award based on a vote by all need to clinch a spot in three singles and allowed players before the playoffs Sunday’s final. Galeazzi

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Provincial gaming review underway

A review of how the province shares its gambling profits with community groups must restore slashed grants to former levels and curtail Victoria's ability to interfere in the future, charity advocates say. The Community Gaming Grant Review, recently announced by Premier Christy Clark, is to deliver a top-to-bottom assessment of the system and determine options to "create certainty and sustainability" for affected non-profit groups and charities.

THE NORTH ISLAND EAGLES REP HOCKEY ASSOCIATION

Justin Reusch in No. 88 battles it out with three other drivers — Daniel Hovey in No. 7, Kevin Doucette in No. 11 and Glen Day in No. 77 — for position during Saturday night's races at Tri-Port Speedway. (Below) Hovey and Reusch get up close and personal during a scrap for first place and (bottom) the flagman signals the race is done. Mike D'Amour photos

Is now accepting coaching applications for Midgets for the 2011/2012 hockey season. Without a Midget coach the Midget division will not run. Please express interest to Vadim Stavrakov at 250-956-4836 or vs4836@telus.net

It will be headed by former Kwantlen University president Skip Triplett. Many groups were outraged in 2009 when the province cut grants to community groups from $156 million to $120 million a year. That was raised to $135 million this spring after Clark took office. Susan Marsden, president of the B.C. Association for Charitable Gaming, said many non-profit groups are "on life support" after cutting staff .

THE NORTH ISLAND EAGLES is now accepting registration forms for rep tryouts! Registration deadline for Bantam and Midget August 1st! Past member’s registrations will be mailed to your home. Contact Tanya Kellar 250-956-4836 or registrar.northislandeagles@yahoo.ca There will be no registrations taken the day of tryouts. Registrations must be completed in advance.

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BC Ferries offering refunds cards online, and read and agree to the terms and conditions of the product before they can purchase it, so everyone will clearly acknowledge the tickets have a two-year expiry and are non-refundable.” Assured loading passes give priority travel on BC Ferries’ three major routes when presented on the three major Lower Mainland-Vancouver Island routes.

They are only sold in groups of 10, for $1,250, and are good for one regular-sized vehicle and driver. “If a customer does not have a need for 10 assured loading trips in a two-year period, we strongly recommend that they not purchase this product and use BC Ferries reservation system instead,” BC Ferries said in a statement announcing the refunds.

BC Ferries’ new coastal-class ferries at the dock at Swartz Bay.

District of Port Hardy Notice of Public Hearing Per section 892 (1) of the Local Government Act, the District of Port Hardy hereby gives notice of a Public Hearing to be held on Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 7360 Columbia Street, Port Hardy, B.C. V0N 2P0 to seek public input on Bylaw 08-2011, a bylaw to amend the District of Port Hardy Zoning Bylaw No. 10-2006. This amendment proposes to change the zoning of Lot A, Sec. 22, Tp. 6, Rupert Dist., Plan VIP85579 from Mobile Home Park Residential: R-3 to Single Family Residential: R-1. The street address of this parcel is 5056 Peel Street, Port Hardy, B.C.

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Chamber Update submitted by Yana Hrdy Port Hardy & District Chamber of Commerce Manager P New member welcome Cindy Rose is the owner of newly renovated Reflections Restaurant located at Glen Lyon Inn on 6435 Hardy Bay Road. Delicious food is prepared by a professional chef, open for breakfast at 6:30 am; a daily lunch special runs from 11:00 am. Dinner menu from 4:00 pm till 9:00 pm. Call 250-949-9290 for reservations Do you need gift for your visitor? Our Visitor Centre located at the famous Carrot Park has a big variety of Port Hardy T-shirts, coffee mugs, ball caps, black bear toys and much more. Just come and see it for yourself at 7250 Market Street Ideas? Got something to say? We’re listening! Send your ideas and comments to phcc@cablerocket. com Membership Benefits/ Advertising Are you interested in more opportunities to promote your business through Port Hardy Chamber of Commerce & Tourism or discuss your membership benefits? Call Yana at 250-949-7622. The Port Hardy & District Chamber of Commerce brings together all the elements of the business community into a single, influential and respected voice. The Chamber

of Commerce is the “Voice of Business” in Port Hardy. In order to have a strong voice, we need the support of the businesses of Port Hardy & area. I am enclosing some information on Chamber membership, including the Group Insurance Plan available to Chamber members, Merchant Visa and Master Card Rates and other Chamber benefit offerings. Once you become a Chamber member we will market your business for you through our Internet website. As a member we also promote and refer your business first; both at the Chamber of Commerce and at the Visitor Centre. This is what we’ll do for you New Resident Listing: Many people relocating to Port Hardy call the Chamber for community information. As a member, you will receive racking of a business card or brochure (size specific) at the Port Hardy Visitor Info Centre at 7250 Market Street, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 Promotional Opportunities: The Chamber offers a variety of effective opportunities to connect your business to the community residents and business leaders. Business Contacts: Through the many Port Hardy Chamber activities and programs, you will have an opportunity to

meet potential customers and clients. Business Referrals: The Chamber office receives a large volume of calls requesting goods and services -- we refer our Chamber members. Business Seminars/ Workshops: The Chamber offers programs directed towards business development as well as personal growth as a business leader. GM Luncheon offer members the opportunity to exchange business cards, network and socialize with other Chamber members. Business Directory: Your business will be listed in the Chamber’s Business Directory, which is on the Port Hardy & District Chamber of Commerce website.

Per section 892(1) of the Local Government Act, the District of Port Hardy hereby gives notice of a Public Hearing to be held in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office located at 7360 Columbia Street, Port Hardy, BC on Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. to seek public input on Bylaw 13-2011, a bylaw to amend the District of Port Hardy Zoning Bylaw 10-2006. This amendment proposes to change the zoning of Lot 2, Section 24, Township 9, Rupert District, Plan 42801 from General Commercial to Commercial Animal Services. The civic address of this parcel is 5040 Pioneer Place, Port Hardy, BC. A copy of the proposed bylaws and relevant background documents may be inspected at the Municipal Office on any business day between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday inclusive, except Statutory Holidays, to August 9, 2011 or on the District website at www. porthardy.ca.

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All persons who deem their interest in property to be affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard in person, by attorney or by petition on all matters contained in the proposal. Signed, written submissions should be sent to Gloria Le Gal, District of Port Hardy, PO Box 68, 7360 Columbia Street, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 or by email to glegal@porthardy.ca. Please note that legal considerations prevent Council from hearing any representation made after the time of the Public Hearing. Gloria Le Gal Director of Corporate Services

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By Tom Fletcher Black Press BC Ferries is offering refunds for assuredloading passes that have expired. BC Ferries CEO David Hahn announced Tuesday that the company will provide a one-time refund to customers who purchased assured loading tickets between 1984 and July 25, 2011. For a 90-day period, from today to October 24, 2011, BC Ferries will provide a onetime cash refund to any customer who has an expired assured loading ticket. BC Ferries phased out printed passes for assured loading last year and enforced a two-year expiry that canceled about 15,000 trips that had been paid for. The move sparked protests and efforts to organize a class-action lawsuit to recover the money. Hahn said even if customers no longer have their expired assured loading tickets, if they can produce the credit card that purchased them, refunds can be arranged. “The reason why we are going to offer timelimited refunds for assured loading is to clarify any confusion about this particular product once and for all,” Hahn said. “From now on, all customers must register their

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In a slower economy, does it make sense to start learning a trade? Absolutely! And if you’re new to trades, there’s no better time to start. Provincial estimates show that by 2019, British Columbia will need 134,000 more skilled workers to ﬁll demand in trades. 28,250 of those jobs include cooks, welders, carpenters, cabinetmakers, automotive service

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Employee Price Adjustment..................$1,600* Delivery Allowance...................................$5,000*

Total Eligible Price Adjustment...$6,600*

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Employee Price Adjustment..................$3,621* Delivery Allowance...................................$6,000*

Total Eligible Price Adjustment...$9,621*

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Employee Price Adjustment..................$8,395* Delivery Allowance...................................$5,500*

Total Eligible Price Adjustment...$13,895*

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WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. ^Employee Pricing (“Employee Pricing”) is available from June 16/11 to August 31/11 (the “Program Period”) on the purchase or lease of most new 2011/2012 Ford/Lincoln vehicles (excluding all chassis cab and cutaway body models, F-150 Raptor and Mustang BOSS 302). Employee Pricing refers to A-Plan pricing ordinarily available to Ford employees (excluding any CAW negotiated program or other periodic employee special offer). The new vehicle must be delivered or factory ordered during the Program Period from your participating Ford Dealer. This offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Employee Pricing is not combinable with, CPA, GPC, CFIP, Daily Rental Allowance, A/X/Z/D/F-Plan and A/Z-Plan Loyalty program incentives. *Purchase a new 2011 Ranger Super Cab Sport 4X2/2011 F-150 Super Cab XLT 4X2/2011 F-350 Super Crew Lariat Diesel 4X4 for 14,849/$25,328/$55,904 after Total Eligible Price Adjustments of $6,600/$9,621/$13,895 deducted (Total Eligible Price Adjustment is a combination of Employee Price adjustment of $1,600/$3,621/$8,395 and Delivery Allowance of $5,000/$6,000/$5,500). Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Employee Price Adjustments and Delivery Allowances have been deducted. Offers include freight and air tax of $1,450/$1,550/$1,550 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. Delivery Allowances can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Delivery Allowances are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. ▼Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR, non-hybrid. Estimated fuel consumption ratings for the 2011 F-150 4X2 3.7L V6 SST: 12.8L/100km city and 8.9L/100km hwy based on Transport Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading and driving habits. ◆Maximum towing capacity of 24,400 lbs. on F-450 when properly equipped with 5th wheel/goose neck. GVWR. Maximum payload capability of 7,070 lbs. on F-350 when properly equipped. Class is Full-Size Pickups over 8,500 lbs. GVWR. **Estimated fuel consumption ratings for the 2011 Ranger FEL 4X2 2.3L I4 5-Speed manual transmission: [10.0L/100km (28MPG) city, 7.7/100km (37MPG) hwy] / 2011 Ranger 4X2 4.0L V6 5-speed Manual transmission (model priced): [13.5L/100km (21MPG) City, 9.8L/100km (29MPG) Hwy]/ 2011 F-150 4X2 3.7L V6 6-speed Automatic transmission: [12.9L/100km (22MPG) City, 8.9L/100km (32MPG) Hwy]. Fuel consumption ratings based on Transport Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading and driving habits. ††Remember that even advanced technology cannot overcome the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. ‡‡Some mobile phones and some digital media players may not be fully compatible – check www.syncmyride.com for a listing of mobile phones, media players, and features supported. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford recommends that drivers use caution when using mobile phones, even with voice commands. Only use mobile phones and other devices, even with voice commands, not essential to driving when it is safe to do so. SYNC is optional on most new Ford vehicles.

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fifth annual State of the Island Economic Summit at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre. The summit attracts more than 400 business and community leaders from all over the Island. For more information about VIEA and about sponsoring and attending the upcoming Summit, please visit www.viea.ca or e-mail summit@ viea.ca.

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COMING EVENTS

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

SUNNY SUMMER Specials At Floridaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Best Beach-New Smyrna Beach Stay a week or longer Plan a beach wedding or family reunion. www.NSBFLA.com or 1-800541-9621.

AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualiďŹ ed- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783.

CALL FOR ENTRIES 9TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Artisan Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting SEPT 3,4 & 5 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca or phone 250-338-6901

INFORMATION ATTENTION RESIDENTIAL School Survivors! If you received the CEP (Common Experience Payment), you may be eligible for further Cash Compensation. To see if you qualify, phone toll free 1-877988-1145 now. Free service!

CRISIS LINE 250-949-6033 or 250-974-5326

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PERSONALS ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Port Hardy meets every Wednesday & Saturday at the Upper Island Public Health Unit on Gray Street at 8pm. Sundays at the Salvation Army Lighthouse, 8635 Granville St., at 7pm. DATING SERVICE. LongTerm/Short-Term Relationships, Free to Try!!! 1-877297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call: #4011 or 1888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call: 1-866-311-9640 or #4010. Meet Local Single Ladies. 1-877-804-5381. (18+).

LOST AND FOUND FOUND: LADIES eye glasses/reading glasses on the corner of Creekside Apts/Highland Drive in Port Hardy. Call to claim at 250-949-6225. FOUND: WOODEN cross on a thin cord at the western end of the North Coast Trail (Nissen Bight) Ken: 403-862-2394.

TRAVEL TIMESHARE CANCEL YOUR Timeshare No Risk Program. STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Free Consultation. Call Us Now. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248. SELL/RENT Your TimeShare For Cash! Our Guaranteed Services will Sell/Rent Your Timeshare For Cash! Our Guaranteed Services will Sell/ Rent Your Unused Timeshare for CASH! Over $95 Million Dollars offered in 2010! w w w. B u y AT i m e s h a r e . c o m (888)879-7165.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BE YOUR Own boss with Great Canadian Dollar Store. New franchise opportunities in your area. Call 1-877-3880123 ext. 229 or visit our website: www.dollarstores.com today. COKE & CANDY Vending Route. Local Hi-TrafďŹ c Locations. Earn $40+ per year. Fast & Safe Investment Return. Secure Your Future- Be the Boss! Factory Direct Pricing. 1-888-579-0892. Must Sell! GRAVEL TRUCKING Company for sale. Trucks, loaders, hoe, crusher, seven pits, two yards, 3-bay shop, ofďŹ ce. Serious inquiries. Call Larry 780333-4726, Swan Hills, Alberta.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

Basic Chainsaw Operator Training- 2011. The BC Forest Safety Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basic chainsaw operator course provides handson training to everyone from new to experienced chainsaw operators. Learn how to safely maintain and handle a chainsaw for most non-falling applications. Key topics covered include creating a personal safety plan, chain sharpening, identifying tension and binds and how to safely make your cuts. This two-day course is endorsed by the BC Forest Safety Council and provides participants with training and competency evaluation in a form acceptable to WorkSafeBC. Numerous sessions of chainsaw training are scheduled around the province starting in August, 2011. To learn more and to obtain an enrollment form, visit our website at www.bcforestsafe.org or call toll free 1-877-741-1060, Monday to Friday, 8am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5pm.

ADMIN ASSISTANT Trainees needed! Large & small ďŹ rms seeking certiďŹ ed A & P staff now. No Experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888512-7116.

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assist. Funding Avail. www.iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

James David DENTON Born October 1, 1991 in Nanaimo, BC. James was a beloved son taken too soon from his family and friends on July 24, 2011. James spent his early years in Port Hardy where he learned to enjoy the outdoors hunting and fishing. Later the family moved to Comox, BC where he graduated from Highland Secondary. James had a drive to succeed rarely seen in a person so young. James attended North Island College to pursue a career as an electrician beginning his apprenticeship with Canem Systems and recently BC Hydro. James was a truly happy young man with such potential for an amazing future. James will be terribly missed by his loving mother Brenda, father David, brother Shane, grandmother Peggy Olson, many aunts, uncles, cousins and wonderful friends. There will be a celebration of Jamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; life on Saturday, July 30, 2011 at 2 p.m. at the Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton Ave., Courtenay. Flowers gratefully declined. A bursary in Jamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; name will be established at a later date.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

LEGALS

DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN Pest Management Plan # 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Western Forest Products Inc. Holberg Forest Operation Western Forest Products Inc.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (WFP) Holberg Forest Operation (HFO) is renewing a Pest Management Plan (PMP), which includes a description of proposed Integrated Pest Management practices for managing problem brush, including the use of pesticides within the PMP area. The PMP will apply to forest lands managed by HFO within Tree Farm Licence 6, Forest License A19240, Forest Licence A19244 and WFPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s private lands. The PMP covers an area generally located north of Quatsino Sound to south of Cape Scott and extends eastward to near Nahwitti Lake. The communities of Holberg, Winter Harbour and Quatsino are located within this geographical area. The pesticides proposed for use under the PMP are glyphosate (trade names Vision, Vision Max and Vantage) and triclopyr (trade name Release). Proposed application methods are ground based foliar spray, stem injection, and cut stump treatment. The proposed term of the PMP is from October 2011 to October 2016. A copy of the PMP may be examined in detail during regular business hours at WFPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Holberg ofďŹ ce. Information can also be provided by email. A person wishing to contribute information or inquiries relevant to the development of the Pest Management Plan, may contact the applicant at the address above within 30 days of the publication of this notice.

David Poilievre, RPF Mike Pitre, RPF Western Forest Products Inc. Holberg Forest Operation #1 Main Street, Holberg, B.C. V0N 1Z0 Telephone: 288-3233; Fax: 288-3764 email: dpoilievre@westernforest.com or mpitre@westernforest.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Take Your Career To The Next Level At Transport Canada Are you an experienced Airport Maintenance and Operations Specialist seeking a challenging opportunity? Transport Canada is ORRNLQJ IRU TXDOLÂżHG LQGLYLGXDOV WR ÂżOO SHUPDQHQW WHPSRUDU\ DQG DQWLFLSDWRU\ SRVLWLRQV LQ 3HQWLFWRQ 3RUW +DUG\ DQG 6DQGVSLW %& Airport Maintenance and Operations Specialist (GL-MDO-06) Reference #: MOT11J-010681-000010 Airport Maintenance Specialist (GL-MAN-05) Reference #: MOT11J-010681-000011 Airport Maintenance and Operations Supervisor (GL-MDO-08) Reference #: MOT11J-010256-000010 /HDUQ PRUH DERXW WKHVH SRVLWLRQV DQG KRZ WR DSSO\ DW ZZZ MREV JF FD E\ UHIHUHQFLQJ WKH QXPEHUV LGHQWLÂżHG DERYH RU E\ FDOOLQJ -RLQ WKH 7UDQVSRUW &DQDGD WHDP :H DUH LQQRYDWLYH HIIHFWLYH DQG DFFRXQWDEOH :H YDOXH SURIHVVLRQDO H[FHOOHQFH WHDPZRUN GLYHUVLW\ DQG PXWXDO UHVSHFW DQG RIIHU RXU HPSOR\HHV Â&#x2021; D VWDEOH ZRUNLQJ HQYLURQPHQW WKDW YDOXHV ZRUN OLIH EDODQFH Â&#x2021; FRQWLQXRXV OHDUQLQJ RSSRUWXQLWLHV Â&#x2021; DWWUDFWLYH SHQVLRQ DQG EHQHÂżW SODQV DQG Â&#x2021; D VDIH DQG KHDOWK\ ZRUNLQJ HQYLURQPHQW Interested? ,I \RX PHHW UHTXLUHPHQWV DQG OLYH LQ &DQDGD RU \RX DUH D &DQDGLDQ FLWL]HQ UHVLGLQJ DEURDG SOHDVH DSSO\ RQOLQH EHIRUH August 12, 2011 'LVFRYHU WKH EHQHÂżWV RI D FDUHHU LQ WKH 3XEOLF 6HUYLFH RI &DQDGD DW KWWS MREV HPSORLV JF FD FHQWUHV H[SHULHQFH HQJ KWP

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HELP WANTED

MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s need medical ofďŹ ce & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1888-748-4126.

ONLINE, COLLEGE Accredited, web design training, administered by the Canadian Society for Social Development. Learn web design from the comfort of your home! Visit: www.ibde.ca Apply today!

TWO, TWO, Two years in one. New Heavy Equipment CertiďŹ cate program at GPRC, Fairview campus. Receive 1st and 2nd year HET Apprenticeship technical training. Intense hands-on shop experience, Fairview, AB. Affordable residences. 1-888-999-7882.

CONCRETE FINISHERS. Edmonton-based company seeks experienced concrete ďŹ nishers for work in and out of town. Subsistence and accommodations provided. Phone 780660-8130. Fax 780-444-4258; John@RaidersConcrete.com.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

ARCTIC CO-OPERATIVES Limited provides management expertise and business support to 31 member-owned Coops in Nunavut and Northwest Territories. We are currently recruiting for the following positions: General Managers Assistant Managers - Relief Managers - Hotel Cooks. Please forward your resume to: HumanResources@ArcticCo-op.com, or fax to: 1-204632-8575. Please visit www.arcticco-op.com and www.innsnorth.com for more information.

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Short Term Contract Position Start Date â&#x20AC;&#x201C; August 15, 2011 2001 Completion Date - September 30, 2011

The Sacred Wolf Friendship Centre and partners have received a Community Action Initiative to help help plan plan a a project project Initiative (CAI) (CAI) grant grant to on helping vulnerable vulnerable youth youth on the the topic topic of of helping transition with an an innovative, innovative, transition into into adulthood, adulthood, with community collaborative, culturally culturally community based, based, collaborative, safe that promotes promotes mental mental health health safe approach approach that and prevents harmful use of substances. and prevents harmful use of substances. Job Facilitator/proposal writer writer Job description description â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Facilitator/proposal s 7ORK IN COLLABORATION WITH THE #!) s 7ORK IN COLLABORATION WITH THE #!) committee facilitate focus focus groups groups in in a a committee to to facilitate number of different communities in the number of different communities in the Mount Waddington Regional District. Mount Waddington Regional District. s !NALYZE THE DATA COLLECTED s !NALYZE THE DATA COLLECTED s 7RITE A GRANT PROPOSAL s 7RITE A GRANT PROPOSAL Please submit letter of interest and resume Please submit letter of interest and resume electronically to edswfs@telus.net by electronically to edswfs@telus.net by August 5, 2011 August 5, 2011 For more info on the Community Action For more info go on to thetheir Community Action Initiative website at Initiative go to their website at www.communityactioninitiative.ca www.communityactioninitiative.ca

COMING EVENTS

PORT HARDY BAPTIST CHURCH Corner of Trustee & Highland Morning Service 11:00 am Plus regular family activities Office: 250-949-6844 www.porthardybaptistchurch.ca Pastor: Kevin Martineau 11/11

ST. COLUMBA ANGLICAN UNITED 9190 Granville St. Port Hardy Phone 250-949-6247 11:00 a.m. Sunday School and Service Wed., 12:00 noon Bible Study 11:00 am Midweek Eucharist Everyone welcome Meeting rooms available Rev. Rob Hutchison columbac@uniserve.com 11/11

FULL GOSPEL CHURCH 2540 Catala Place Port McNeill (across from Firehall) Sunday 10:30 am - Morning Worship Church Office 250-956-4741 Pastor Stan Rukin Youth Pastor: Steve Taylor Cell: 250-527-0144 Office hours: 10am-4pm Mon-Thurs Visitors always welcome www.portmcneillfullgospel.org 11/11

CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICAN Alert Bay Sunday Services - 10 am Reverend Lincoln Mckoen 1-250-974-5844 Warden Flora Cook 250-974-5945 Warden Joan Stone 250-974-2234

SHIFT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR (afternoons)

WFP is currently seeking a Shift Maintenance Supervisor (afternoons) to join our Mid Island Forest Operation in Campbell River, British Columbia. We require an individual with heavy duty mechanical experience, a comprehensive knowledge of air and hydraulic systems and an appreciation for the timely repair and turnaround of mobile equipment. You are considered to be a good leader with excellent communication skills and shift work is not a problem for you.

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CONTROLLER A well established Kelowna based, underground utilities /road contractor has an immediate requirement for a controller. The successful applicant will have over ďŹ ve years of experience in the construction ďŹ eld after completion of their accounting designation, CA, CGA. They will be required to perform all aspects of accounting cycle up to and including ďŹ nancial statements. We are an aggressive company and require a strong aggressive person that is ready to take on new challenges and grow with the company. Remuneration complete with beneďŹ t package will be consummate with experience. Please reply to the Administrator by fax at 250-7659603, or phone 250-7659601.

CLEAR ENVIRONMENTAL is seeking individuals to join our team. Responsibilities: Water and soil sample collection and ďŹ eld analysis, drilling waste sampling, analysis, disposal supervision. Pre and post site assessments. QualiďŹ cations: Post secondary degree or diploma. OilďŹ eld experience is an asset. Required equipment is a reliable 4X4, lap top computer, GPS, camera. Send resume to: hr@ceslp.ca referencing contract Environmental Field Technicians in the subject line.

EXPERIENCED log truck drivers on Queen Charlotte Islands. 5 days per week. Will help with accommodation. Fax resume to 250-5574306 or email obracct@qcislands.net

HELP WANTED

A detailed job posting can be viewed at http://www.westernforest.com/careers/current_openings.php WFP offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive beneĂ&#x20AC;t package and the potential to achieve annual performance rewards. If you believe that you have the skills and qualiĂ&#x20AC;cations that we are looking for, please reply in conĂ&#x20AC;dence to: Human Resource Department Facsimile: 250.748.3177 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

COMING EVENTS

North Island Church Services SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 4680 Byng Rd. Port Hardy Pastor George Hilton 250-949-8925 or 250-949-8826 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone welcomeâ&#x20AC;? Saturday Services 9:30am - Bible Study groups 10:45am - Worship/Praise service Wednesday @ 7pm - Prayer meeting Avalon Adventist Jr. Academy Offering Christian Education 250-949-8243 11/11

NORTH ISLAND CATHOLIC CHURCHES Sunday Masses St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Port McNeill: 9am St. Bonaventure Port Hardy: 11am St. Theresaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Port Alice: 1st & 2nd Sundays 9am 3rd, 4th, & 5th Sunday 1:30pm Alert Bay: 2nd & 4th Sundays 10am Father Roger Poblete 250-956-3909 11/11

PORT MCNEILL BAPTIST CHURCH 2501 Mine Road Sunday 9:45 am (Sept-June) - Sunday School 11:00 am - Worship Service 7:00 pm - Evening Fellowship Youth Group Wed - 7:00 pm Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Programs & Adult Bible Studies are scheduled throughout the year. For information contact 0ASTOR $AVE 0URDY s 11/11

LIGHTHOUSE RESOURCE CENTRE s #HAPLAIN 3ERVICES s "IBLE 3TUDIES s 3PIRITUAL #OUNSELLING s 7EEKLY !! 'ROUPS (8635 Granville St. Port Hardy) 250-949-8125

PORT HARDY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP at Providence Place, 7050 Rupert St Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 7 pm Tuesday Prayer 7:30 pm Midweek Biblestudies - Call the church for time and place 250-949-6466 Pastor George & Karen Ewald (home) 250-949-9674 E-Mail:pastorgeorge@providenceplace.ca

COOK Duties include: cooking, food ordering, kitchen cleaning and participation in A&Wâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s training program. Must be mature, responsible and able to work ďŹ&#x201A;exible hours. Wage starts at $9.35/hour. Please apply in person with resume at A&W Port Hardy, Thunderbird Mall

JOIN OUR TEAM

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PORT ALICE ANGLICANUNITED FELLOWSHIP Sunday Services - 4pm Reverend Rob Hutchison 1-250-949-6247 Box 159, Port Alice You are extended a special invitation to share in our Services 11/11

ST. JOHN GUALBERT UNITED ANGLICAN CHURCH 250-956-3533 Email: gualbert@uniserve.com Summer hours Sunday Worship - 10:00am except August 28th - 9:00 All Welcome 175 Cedar Street Port McNeill 11/11

GWAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;SALA-â&#x20AC;&#x2122;NAKWAXDAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;XW SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH at entrance to Tsulquate Village (8898 Park Dr) Saturday/Sabbath 10:00 am-Sabbath School 11:15 am-Worship Service Pastor Randy Elliott 250-230-1885 cell 11/11

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A&W Port Hardy is seeking a

This is a full-time permanent position.

Application Deadline: Wed., August 31, 2011 Reference Code: Shift Maintenance Supervisor, MIFO

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ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP â&#x20AC;&#x153;A non-traditional connecting point for North Island Christiansâ&#x20AC;? - Monthly â&#x20AC;&#x153;large groupâ&#x20AC;? gatherings - Food, Fellowship & Encouragement - Home-Group gatherings and studies now underway! Go to www.MyNewChurch.ca or phone Pastor Rick Ivens at 250-230-5555 for more info. Time for a change in your life? Everyone is welcome!

HELP WANTED

Contract Administrative Assistant Port McNeill/Port Hardy A part time contract Administrative Assistant position is available supporting our Broughton and Port Hardy Production Areas. Your responsibilities will include organizing meeting logistics, records keeping, and general administration duties supporting the Production Managers. QualiďŹ cations include high school graduation plus 3-5 years of relevant work experience in an administrative role. Candidates must be highly organized, have a strong attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communications skills, ability to multitask, a positive attitude, and excellent computer skills. If you have the skills and experience we require and want to join a progressive company, please view the full posting on our website at www.marineharvestcanada.com and apply as directed.

HELP WANTED CASCADE Energy Services has immediate openings available for the following positions at their Grande Prairie AB, Fort St John, Hudson Hope, Dawson Creek, Tumble Ridge Divisions: Tank Truck Drivers, Hydro Vac Operators, Hot Oiler Operators, Pressure Truck Operators, Swampers. The successful candidates will be organized individuals with excellent personal skills and experience in a related ďŹ eld will be a deďŹ nite asset. Knowledge of the industry, as well as the service area will also be taken into consideration. Current H2S and Level 1 First Aid, tickets will be required, as well as a current acceptable driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract. Pre-employment drug screening is mandatory. Competitive wages and beneďŹ ts package will be offered. Please send resume complete with references and driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract to Cascade Services at 3, 9302-144 Avenue, Grande Prairie Alberta T8V 8E4, or by fax to (780)8320459, or by email to: hrgp@cascade-energy.ca We apologize but only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted. Cotterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Home Inspiration Society is looking for a home-support worker for 2 mentally challenged adults. This is a permanent/parttime position for Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4pm9am. Applicants must be female and have a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. An oncall/casual position is also available. Applicant must be female and have a valid drivers license. For particulars of position contact Deb McNabb by phone: 250-949-6135 or by email: debmcn@uniserve.com. EXPERIENCED PARTS Person required for progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full beneďŹ ts and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000 sq.ft. store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send Resumes to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net. GENERAL LABOUR. Must be physically ďŹ t and reliable. Job entails raking of top soil. Phone: 250-949-7414 or 250902-9110. GUSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PUB in Port McNeill is looking for 2 full time cooks. Please drop by with resume and see Tasos. Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following jobs: 1)Heavy Duty Mechanic. 2)Processor Operator. Fax resumes to 250-287-9259 INDUSTRIAL PAINTER: Required Immediately! Do All Metal Fabricating-Estevan SK. Seeking an applicant to paint in an industrial setting. QualiďŹ cations & Duties:-Must have knowledge of how to run/maintain an airless painter,enamel and epoxy products, working knowledge with Endura paint (sprayed preferably)We offer Competitive Wages, BeneďŹ ts & RRSP programs. Apply by email kswidnicki@doallmetal.com or fax 1-306-634-8389. JOURNEYMAN MECHANIC required immediately, Grande Prairie, (NW) Alberta. Heavy Duty position, Caterpillar experience, competitive wages, beneďŹ t plan. More info: www.ritchiebr.com. Fax 780351-3764. Email: info@ritchiebr.com. Medical OfďŹ ce Trainees Needed! Hospitals & Drâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s need Medical OfďŹ ce & Medical Admin staff!! No Experience? Need Training? Career Training & Job Placement Available! 1-888-778-0459 N.I. SPORTSMAN in Port McNeill. Now hiring servers. Please apply in person & ask for Arta or Yannis.

The Lemare Group is currently seeking a heavy duty mechanic for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca or fax to: 250-956-4888.

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Thursday, July 28, 2011 PERSONAL SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

HELP WANTED

MEDICAL/DENTAL

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

North Island Community Services Society is now accepting applications for the following Huckleberry House positions. •Daycare Supervisor •Daycare Assistant Supervisor •Woss Strong Start Qualifications: Valid provincial ECE/ECE assistant certificate, First Aid Certificate and minimum of two years experience working with children 3-5 years of age. Closing date: August 19, 2011, please forward application on or before 5:00pm to: North Island Community Services Society PO Box 1028 Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 Email: nicsbc@telus.net Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

MEDICAL ofﬁce assistant (MOA) required for a new specialist physician in Vernon, BC. Full time; remuneration equivalent to experience. drinkpen@gmail.com. 902-2200808

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RAINBOW CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP LTD. Prince Rupert, BC has an immediate opening for a Journeyman Technician Chrysler experience preferred, will consider 3rd or 4th year apprentice. Top wages and relocation bonus to the right candidate. Apply by email: ckontzie@rainbowchrysler.ca, FAX (250)624-3214 Attn Service Manager, or by mail 1105 Chamberlin Ave, Prince Rupert, BC , V8J 4J5 DL#24707

• BRIDGEMAN/PILE DRIVER (bridgeman & welding exp.) • CONVENTIONAL CRANE OPERATOR (Cert.)

Required for Gadd Marine. Wages commensurate with experience. Please Fax: 1-250-754-3073 or e-mail: gadmar@telus.net

Heavy Duty / Commercial Mechanic or Apprentice Mechanic P & R Truck Centre requires Full - Time Heavy Duty / Commercial Mechanic or Apprentice Mechanic for our Duncan location. Possession of an Authorized Motor Vehicle Inspection ticket would be an asset. Excellent Wage & Beneﬁt Package. Please e-mail resume to michele@prwstar.com or fax to 250-746-8064

PERSONAL SERVICES HEALTH PRODUCTS BERGAMONTE- THE Natural Way To Improve Your Glucose, Cholesterol & Cardiovascular Health! Call today to ﬁnd out how to get a free bottle with your order! 1-888-4705390.

HOLISTIC HEALTH The Lemare Group is currently seeking contract Highway Truckers; Owners/Operators. Total volume to move is 65,000 cubic metres for Northern Vancouver Island (Schoen Lake Area), accommodations available. For more details, please call Jennifer at 250591-0067 or email: ofﬁce@lemare.ca.

Healing Touch for relief of pain and symptoms of stress. Port Hardy and Port Alice Call Sharon: 250-230-4562

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FUEL/FIREWOOD SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ﬁrewood producer offers ﬁrewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords, fast delivery. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com or 1877-902-WOOD.

FURNITURE BRAND New LUXURY Queen Size Pillow Top Mattress Set (in original Package) left over from LARGE hotel order.800 coils. MSRP$1299.00 Liquida- tion Price $490.00 tax inc. (11 available) Kings $790.00. Includes both boxspring/ mattress.. Delivery available. text or call1 250 334 7527 to reserve a set.

GARAGE SALES

ACREAGE 20 ACRE Ranch Foreclosures Near Booming El Paso, Texas Was $16,900, Now $12,900, $0 Down, take over payments, $99/mo. Beautiful views, owner ﬁnancing, FREE map/pictures 800-755-8953. TEXAS LAND Foreclosures! 20/40 acre tracts. Near growing El Paso- Was $16,900 (USD) now $12,900 (USD) $0 down, take over payments, $99/mo (USD) Beautiful views, owner ﬁnancing, free map/pictures. 866-484-0857 (US)

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OLDER HOME in Port McNeill, on 2 lots with ocean view, over 3100 sq ft, must be seen, please phone 250-9563546 for viewing.

#5 & #8 Central Estates. July 30-31 and August 1st 9am-2pm. No early birds. TV’s plus stands & receivers. Lots of goodies incl. furniture, framed pictures & misc. Adults only. Do not park in lane, use Central St. and Rupert St.

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HOUSES FOR SALE

FOR SALE: •Trailer hitch (class 3) for Ford Ranger/Mazda truck, 8 months old. $200. •Grade 80, 20’ tow chain with hooks (new) $80. Call 250-949-8928 FUTON COUCH/BED $100, oak coffee table w/ 2 end tables $250, New adult hockey bag with mens used gear & skates size 8/9? $50. Call 250902-8208 or 250-902-8202. GET FREE Vending machines. Customers play them like Legal VLT’s. Can earn income of $100,000.00 plus. 100% Canadian Owned. Details at www.tcvend.com Or CALL 1-866-668-6629

BC Day

The ofﬁce will be closed August 2. Deadlines: Classiﬁeds-Friday, July 29 @ 4pm Display-Thursday, July 28 @ 5pm Enjoy the holiday.

GAZETTE NORTH ISLAND

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? RED ENVELOPE - Unique & Personalized Gifts for All Your Friends & Family! Starting at $19.95. Visit: www.redenvelope.com/Jewel for an extra 20% off or Call 1888-473-5407. SALE $2000 NEW 8X10 GREENHOUSE 6 auto gas ﬁlled adj. vents 2 6’6” slide doors opt. shelf alum. heat cured powder coat box style frame system 250-210-1648

WEST PARK MANOR & LINDSAY MANOR in Port Hardy Large one & two bedroom suites, some with a great view, all clean and in excellent condition. Also elegantly furnished executive suites available. Well maintained secure & quiet buildings. Close to shopping. 2 year rental history and credit check required. Friendly onsite resident managers. Linda & Bruce. Call 250-949-9030 or email for info & pictures: wpark_lindsay@ cablerocket.com

MORTGAGES Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and reﬁnances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

3 BDRM, 1 bath, 2 additions, great street for kids, drive by 2550 Cassiar Place. Call to view at 250-230-0276. $129,000 obo.

PORT HARDY 7550 W. Glacier Cres. Renovated 3 bdrms up, 2 bdrms down, 1.5 baths, deck (up & down). All appliances, oil furnace, inspected woodstove. 2 ﬂat driveways, shed big enough for 17’ boat on trailer. Large wood shed. Ready to move in. Must see! $190,000. Call 250-902-8208 or 250-902-8202 to view.

ALL MUST GO: Dining room table w/6 mahogany color chairs. New metal bunkbed w/2 single bed mattresses (almost new). 2 car seats, headboard. Black-cat side table lamp. Bud light NHL Stanley Cup Champion poster w/frame. Toddlers bike w/training wheels. Heavy duty garden hose. 2 bedroom side lamps (almost new). Bouncy castle (almost new ﬁts 3-5 kids ages 3-9) If interested please call 250-902 -1373.

PORT HARDY TRAILER FOR SALE 1680sq ft, 4 bdrms , lrg yard Highview Trailer Park #68. $20,000 needs TLC. (250)949-8568.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

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T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. Position comes with a competitive beneﬁt package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Joe Fornari. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250-286-9502 Email: JoeFornari@t-mar.com

We are currently seeking a marine mechanic. Specializing in Honda and Yamaha is an asset. Full time position with beneﬁts. Wages dependant on credentials and experience. Apply in person to Colleen or e-mail resume to: macandal@telus.net.

REAL ESTATE NEED CASH TODAY?

SEAHAVEN APARTMENTS 7070 Shorncliffe St. P.O. Box 222 Port Hardy, BC 2 bedroom unit available. Fridge, stove, balcony, blinds, laundry on premises. Quiet, adult building, non smoking, no pets. References required. Inquiries contact Janet 250-949-8501 Fax 250-902-0690 seahavenapartments@ gmail.com

EXQUISITE SANCTUARY Fabulous 2.26 private acres with creek in beautiful Alberni Valley. Enchanting 3600 sq.ft. 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom custom built 1995 home. Outstanding 57x40 shop with own bathroom, lots of parking. Features hardwood, tile throughout, custom cabinetry. Gas ﬁreplaces, stove, heat and hot water; ensuite with soaker tub. Thinking of a life style change? Move to Port Alberni, the Salmon Capital of the World! Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this “one of a kind” property. Asking $649,000 RE/MAX Mid Island Realty Port Alberni, B.C. John Stilinovic 250-724-4725 Toll Free 1-877-723-5660

HOMES WANTED

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LOTS COAL HARBOUR, large serviced ocean view lot, near Port Hardy, $120,000. Call 250949-1223.

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS 3-BDRM MOBILE home, 1.5 baths, large deck with great view! 720 Patterson Way. $89,000. (250)230-1121.

APARTMENTS FURNISHED STOP into our ofﬁce to pick up your detailed catalogue of all listed properties on the North Island. We can show you any listed property regardless of the listing agent!! Let’s make it at your convenience! 250-949-7231 www.hardyrealty.ca www.realtor.ca hardyltd@telus.net

PORT HARDY Furnished elegantly or unfurnished executive style, 1 or 2 bedroom suites. Quiet, clean, excellent views. Call 250-949-9698

PORT HARDY Highland Manor •Bachelor •1 bdrm •1 bdrm furnished References Call Jason 250-949-0192

RENTALS

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

ACREAGE

RENTALS SUITES, LOWER PORT MCNEILL oceanview for rent. Lower level, newly renovated 1 bedroom, 1 bath, fenced yard, shared laundry, pet-friendly. $600 per month. Available Aug 1. Call Joanna: 250-999-6011.

TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING

FREE CASH back with $0 down at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877792-0599 DLN 30309. Free Delivery. www.autocreditfast.ca. WANT A Vehicle but stressed about your credit? Last week 21 out of 25 applications approved! We fund your future not your past. Any credit. Receive a $500 gift card. 1-888593-6095. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

1979 CLASS C 24’ motor home. Interior redone, fridge, roof & beams, batteries, front tires, awning all replaced last couple of years. Must see! Asking $6995. 250-949-8803.

82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available. www.bchomesforsale.com/ view/lonebutte/ann/

PORT ALICE SHOPPING CENTRE Business is Great! We have a number of units of various sizes for lease. 300 sq. ft. & up. Contact Steve Edwards at Colyvan Paciﬁc 604-683-8399

2006 ROYAL Heavy Duty enclosed cargo trailer, white, 13,800lb capacity 8.5wx16.5lx82”h, 16” tires, twin 7000lb axles, no rivets. Asking $7500, obo. (250)9324309.

MALCOLM ISLAND: 2 ten acre lots starting at $159,000. Well treed, picturesque. Contact 250-702-7252 or malcolmisland@gmail.com.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

MARINE

APARTMENT/CONDO HADDINGTON COURT APARTMENTS PORT MCNEILL Newly renovated apartments for rent. Clean & quiet building. Free cable. Furnished suites available. Call Ron & Linda 250-956-3365 KINGCOME MANOR

PORT MCNEILL NEWLY RENOVATED Bach, 1 or 2 bedrooms. Newly furnished available. Please call for availability & inclusions. Includes free cable. Phone Ron and Linda 250-956-3365

PORT MCNEILL APARTMENTS Well managed 1 & 2Bdrm suites. Gym & sauna on site. Call for availability.

Phone Rick 250-956-4555 PORT HARDY 2 bdrm apt, Airport Rd. Pets? N/S, ref. req. $525. Call 250-949-6319.

PORT MCNEILL MCCLURE APT’S. 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom apartments, furnished or non-furnished. Clean & quiet. Hot water & cable included.

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PORT HARDY $700/mo. Storey’s Beach Huge 3 Bdrm, 1.5 bath Light, Bright & Modern Decks, ﬁreplace, f/s, w/d Security system Quiet, professional bdg. Non smoking, Pet? Prefer 1 year agreement Discounts available 1-250-335-3313 or 1-877-773-7173

MOBILE HOMES & PADS PORT MCNEILL Mobile Home Park Short walk to town. Pads for rent. Water, sewer and garbage included. $258.00/ month Call 250-956-2355

HOMES FOR RENT 3 BDRM RANCHER ON ACREAGE, 1 BATH, WOOD STOVE, SHARED HYDRO, MINUTES FROM COW RIVER/TRIAL, 15 MINS TO DUNCAN. 250-7493188

PORT HARDY Rent to own, 2 bdrm/2 bath house. Single detached garage. N/S, N/P. $900/mo. Call 250-902-9511 or 250-924-7879. PORT MCNEILL oceanview home for rent. Upper level, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, fenced yard, covered parking, new deck, pet-friendly and ideal for family - $800/month. Available immed. Call Joanna: 250-9996011.

UTILITY TRAILERS

BOATS OCEAN GOING Sailboat. The ideal vessel to cruise local waters this winter, a warm comfortable closed wheelhouse cutter, 50 feet on deck. One owner last 40 years, vessel is well taken care of, right down to meticulous housekeeping and spares kits. Painted, varnished and clean. No rust. Beautifully ﬁtted galley, built-in freezer and sep. fridge. Roller furling jib, staysail. main and storm sails, most about two years old and immaculate. All rigging stainless. Engine room to eat from, new Kubota 67hp diesel gives 6 knots at about 1600 revs. Wagner autopilot: the best steersman on board. Radar. Bunks for eight; luxury for two. One electric head. Two ninety-gallon stainless water tanks and a 65 gallon utility tank. Ready to sail with complete charts and GPS, fuel in tanks, and the best moorage in West Vancouver. This is one of the ferro boats worth seeing. Photos on-line through Harbour Yachts, Fisherman’s Cove, West Van. Comes with dinghies etc., new life jackets, too much to mention. Was $140, now $90. Talk to Dan about the “Talofa Lee”, 604921-7428

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STORAGE

Call 250-956-3526, 250-230-0079. References a must. PORT MCNEILL Walking distance to all amenities. Spacious studio apt. $400/mo. inclusive. Call 250-956-2355.

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hris Bush has a bone to pick with cancer. In the last few years, cancer has taken his mother, aunt and three friends, the latter of whom were all close to Bushâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s age of 53. His aunt, who died in June, is described by Bush, a Black Press photographer based in Nanaimo, as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;vibrant woman with no reason to shut down at all.â&#x20AC;? Not one to normally Special participate in the feature seemingly weekly five-kilometre Black Press local runs for newspapers on cancer, Bush Vancouver Island decided over will publish this many months special feature to participate in page spotlighting something a little police officers bigger â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the 2011 taking part Canadian Cancer in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society Cops for Canadian Cancer Cancer Tour de Society Rock. Cops for Cancer The bicycle Tour de Rock. journey will take Bush and 21 Island teammates from Port Hardy to Victoria from Sept. 24 to Oct. 7 to raise money for Camp Goodtimes, a retreat for children with cancer, and pediatric cancer research. Some of Bushâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reasons for participating are selfish, some are to help others, while others still are to do his part to dropkick cancer into the history books. He wants to do it while he still can. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m grateful at my age to be able to do this. A lot of people canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t,â&#x20AC;? said Bush, the oldest member of the team. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always wanted to cycle the Island and this is a great opportunity. At the same time,

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Chris Bush, with teammate Sandra Holman, hopes to raise $25,000 in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Canadian Cancer Society Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m helping kids and getting a better understanding of what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to overstate how neat this experience has been so far.â&#x20AC;? The training rides are gruelling â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one in mid-July included a ride up the 18-kilometre Strathcona Parkway to Mt. Washington â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but necessary to prepare the riders for the 1,000-kilometre tour that visits nearly every village, town and city along the way. Hard work, long drives to get to training sites and late dinners aside, Bush said the experience is worth it. To balance home, work and Tour de Rock responsibilities, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s had to lean on his network

of supporters, mostly his wife Laurie. He has also forged many friendships on the team, a group of people he describes as committed and interesting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You really get to like your teammates a lot,â&#x20AC;? he said. Team members are made up of police, auxiliary police and media, all of whom need to raise a minimum of $5,000. Along with training rides, team members are asked to participate in community events leading up to the tour, the most notable for Bush being a visit with children at Camp Goodtimes last week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be interesting,â&#x20AC;? he said, before leaving for the

camp. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be emotional. Any time youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re confronted with kids in a difficult situation itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tough. I wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll react until I get there.â&#x20AC;? Until the tour officially begins, Bush said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to continue to keep pace with the increasing demands that come with being a tour rider. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll continue to put the kilometres in, do his best to fundraise to meet his goal of $25,000 and continue to have fun. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You only get one shot at this and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s it,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m feeling healthy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; healthy as Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever been. My clothes are loose, my lungs are healthy, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m tired but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good tired.â&#x20AC;?

ON TOUR: This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tour de Rock begins in Port Alice on Saturday, Sept. 24 and ends Friday, Oct. 7 in Victoria. Tour de Rock raises funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research and programs.

HELP OUT: Donations to Tour de Rock can be made at www.copsforcancer.ca.

FIND OUT: To catch up on all the Tour de Rock news, including rider profiles, please go online to:

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Whale Watching Guidelines for BC Under the Fisheries Act, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans is responsible for the management and protection of marine mammals. The Marine Mammal Regulations specifically prohibit the disturbance of whales. The DFO has developed guidelines for whale watching in Johnstone Strait, where killer whales

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are found on a daily basis each summer. It is strongly recommended that vessel operators follow these guidelines for all whale species. Diving or swimming with whales constitutes a type of approach to whales and falls under these guidelines and regulations. It is illegal to hunt, chase, disperse, drive or herd pods

or individual whales. Be conscious of the effect of your actions on the whales. Be familiar with the distances required and activities that will disturb and interfere with whales. Whale watching activities should not take place in Robson Bight (Michael Bigg) Ecological Reserve.

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Approach whales from the side, not from the front or the rear. Approach no closer than 100 metres and shift your motor into neutral or idle. Keep noise levels down - no horns, whistles or racing of motors. Start your motor only after the whales are more than 100 metres from your vessel. Leave the area slowly, gradually accelerating when you are more than 300 metres from the whales. Approach and depart slowly, avoiding sudden changes in speed or direction. Do not "leapfrog." Avoid disturbing groups of resting whales. Maintain low speeds and constant direction if travelling parallel to whales. When whales are travelling close to shore, avoid crowding them near the shore or coming between the whales and the shore. Limit the time spent with any group of whales to less than 30 minutes at a time when within 100 to 200 metres of whales. If there is more than one vessel at the same observation site, be sure to avoid any boat position that would result in encircling the whales. Minimize the time spent and the number of vessels with any one group of whales. Limit time, as above, and then move out to allow other vessels access to good viewing positions. Coordinate activities by maintaining contact with other vessels, and ensure that all operators are aware of the whale watching guidelines.

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Watch for tugboats Tugs may be towing barges or other vessels on a long tow-line astern. Often, the length of the tow is so great the tow-line hangs below the surface of the water and is nearly invisible. If a small craft were to strike the submerged tow-line, it could capsize and be run down by the barge. Never pass between a tug and its tow and be alert for special lights displayed by vessels towing barges, other vessels or objects. The towing vessel is usually more visible than its tow. The tow’s navigation lights do not include masthead lights and are often much dimmer than those of the towing vessel. In the case of a powerdriven vessel t o w i n g another vessel from its stern, the towing vessel must exhibit the following: • Sidelights and sternlight • To w i n g l i g h t (yellow light with the same characteristics as the sternlight) • Two masthead lights in a vertical line – three of these lights if the tow exceeds 200 m (656’) • A diamond shape where it can best be seen, if the tow exceeds 200 m (656’) – day signal In the case of a vessel being towed, it must exhibit the following: • Sidelights and sternlight • A diamond shape where it can best be seen, if the tow exceeds 200 m (656’) • If impractical for the vessel being towed to comply with the lights stated above, it must carry one all-around white light at fore and aft.

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Fact Sheet on Aquaculture on the North Island â&#x20AC;˘ Port Hardyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five leading aquaculture industries provide nearly $16 million in wages annually to North Island employees. â&#x20AC;˘ Port Hardy ranks number one for groundfish landings for all of BC, with Prince Rupert second and Ucluelet third; Port Hardy accounts for 46% of all landings. â&#x20AC;˘ Port Hardy ranks an impressive second for aquaculture landings, with Prince Rupert first and Vancouver third. â&#x20AC;˘ Dr. Mark Sheppard (Veterinarian, Aquatic Animal Health, Ministry of Agriculture and Lands, Government of British Columbia) reports that his agency alone is responsible for completing audits and monitoring the industry fish farms approximately 150 times a year. In other words, the fish health staff are on the salmon farms, on average, more than 12 times per month. He also states that some farms are as far apart as 50 km while others are within 3 km of each other. â&#x20AC;˘ To put the numbers into perspective on the importance of aquaculture to the North Island economy, Marine Harvest Scotland reports that the Regional District of Mt. Waddington alone accounts for 37,000 tons of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farmed salmon; Scotland accounts for 40,000 tons. â&#x20AC;˘ Over 23% of the population in Port Hardy alone either work directly in aquaculture or industries providing services to aquaculture. â&#x20AC;˘ At peak season, up to 55% of Keltic's work force is First Nations. Cards Aquaculture employs approx. 85% First Nations, and pays an average wage of $16 per hour. â&#x20AC;˘ Hardy Buoys has nearly tripled the size of its operations in the last two years, with primary exports to the United States and Switzerland. â&#x20AC;˘ Marine Harvestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Port Hardy plant is a showcase for advanced technology, offering one of the most state-of-the-facilities for aquaculture processing plants in the world. â&#x20AC;˘ Port Hardy serves as an industry hub for aquaculture with Marine Harvest, Keltic, Hardy Buoys, Cards Aqua, and James Walkus Fishing Co. located within the municipality.

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Be prepared when sea kayaking Paddling a sea kayak is easy to learn, perhaps too easy. A novice can easily paddle into many situations a more knowledgeable kayaker would avoid that could require expert paddling skills to survive. In skilled hands kayaks are extraordinarily seaworthy craft. Sea kayaking has proven to be a safe form of recreation for those who have taken the time to learn the basic skills and understand the potential hazards. The most important factor to safe sea kayaking is having the knowledge and experience to judge the level of potential danger and the ability to accurately compare it to your groups capabilities leaving adequate margin for error. The most likely fatal accident is due to hypothermia following a capsize and subsequent failure to execute a rescue. Winds and/or rough seas will cause the capsize, the rescue failure will be due to lack of practice, insufficient rescue equipment, inadequate flotation in the kayak, or separation from the kayak or paddles. Most often the victim is paddling alone and carrying no distress signals or an entire group is in trouble making it impossible for the paddlers to take care of each other. Be Prepared • You must have skills, knowledge, and equipment adequate for whatever conditions you might encounter. • You need a clear understanding of the potential hazards and you must stay alert for them. This includes knowing the latest weather forecast. • You must practice in advance with safety equipment and rescues. • You should be able to swim and know when not to swim (when the water is under 60 degrees F.) • If capsized on a windy day you must never lose a firm grip on your kayak and paddle. Losing them is frighteningly easy as your kayak can blow away faster than you can swim. • You should have a plan of action (and a back-up plan) worked out in advance for any emergency including capsize and separation from your kayak or separation from your group. A plan will help prevent the panic and feeling of helplessness that can immobilize the unprepared. • You should be wary of goals which may be clouding your judgment. Getting to work on time or preventing your friends from calling the Coast Guard is not worth the risk to life. You should get a comfortable life jacket and wear it whenever you paddle. You must have plenty of secure flotation in both ends of your kayak.

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