GAZETTE NORTH ISLAND
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45th Year No. 27 THURS., JULY 7, 2011
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Angler watches as salmon flies Mike D’Amour Gazette staff The next time Steve Hoag fishes North Island waters, it’s likely he’ll be keeping a wary eye pointed to the skies. That after an eagle “with a bald head and the yellow eyes of a devil bird,� snatched part of the Washingtonian’s catch while he was cleaning a different fish. “It was an interesting experience, but it scared me half to death,� the 66-yearold told the Gazette. Hoag and a couple pals drove from Stanwood, Wash. last week to fish our fertile waters. After a successful early morning June 28, they hit the dock of the Scotia Bay Resort about 9 a.m. to offload their catch. Hoag had a couple of springs and put them both on the dock. “I was cleaning one and the other was real close,� said Hoag, who estimated he was about a metre from the second fish, which he reckoned to be about
on, I could see the silver of the fish about 10 feet down, which was real good because the water was murky,� said Masales. She retrieved the fish and not a moment too soon, judging by the hungry starfish that had to be pulled from it. Hoag said he feels fortunate he kept the salmon. “If you’re going to have an eagle grab your catch, just make sure it’s a bigger fish,� he joked. “But next time, the fish will be in the ice chest or I’ll be hugging it.�
There seems to be a minor discrepancy between fisherman Steve Hoag and Scotia Bay B&B owner Sandra Masales about the exact size of the fish an eagle swiped from the American angler’s catch. Mike D’Amour photo
18lbs. That’s when an adult eagle swooped down and, without landing, grabbed the fish. Hoag watched helplessly as his catch flew away.
The bird would have gotten away with the theft, but the fish proved to be too heavy. “The bird flew just a short distance, perhaps a couple metres, before it dropped
it,� recalled the shocked angler. The fish hit the water with a splash and sank quicker than Hoag’s hopes of retrieving the salmon. But he was in luck —
B&B owner Sandra Masales happens to be an accomplished diver. She quickly threw on a wet suit and headed for the water. “When I put my mask
Calling all anglers! If you have an unusual fish tale to tell — and who doesn’t? — we’d love to hear it. All we ask is the story be true and that it was an incident that happened this year. The winning story, as determined by our austere judges, will earn the author a nifty prize package. Drop off your stories, or fax them to 250-949-7655, or email them to editor@northislandgazette.com.
Teachers call for work action in September Gazette staff Vancouver Island North Teachers’Association members joined their colleagues across B.C. in voting to take job action if there is no progress in collective bargaining by the beginning of next school year. Ninety per cent of teachers voted yes in a province-wide strike vote — that took place June 24, 27 and 28. In all, 28,128 teachers — including about 120 in the local association — cast their ballots, when 25,282 voted yes. BCTF President Susan Lambert said the strong yes vote shows teachers are united and are prepared to take action to achieve their
goals of improved teaching and learning conditions, fair improvements to salary and benefits, and restoration of local bargaining rights. “Facing a concerted campaign by the government and the employer to turn back the clock on teachers’ rights and reverse hard-won provisions on due process, we have no choice but to take a stand for ourselves, our students, and our profession,� Lambert said. “The employer is offering nothing and at the same time demanding we make many significant concessions. That’s not collective bargaining. It’s just bullying.� Fred Robertson, president of the Vancouver Island North Teachers’ Association, echoed
Lambert’s statement. “Our school district and districts across the province have been significantly underfunded for the past decade,� he said. “Teachers have been under increasing pressure to provide services for all students with fewer resources, leading to crushing workload issues.� Robertson said teachers have watched for the past decade as learning conditions for students eroded and undo stress was placed on the system. “The proposals we have seen from this government will continue to erode education in our district and our province,� he said.
“The proposals this government has tabled are an attack on education and teachers.� Failing progress in bargaining, job action in the form of a “teach-only� campaign would begin on Sept. 6, the first day of the next school year. Robertson reassured students and parents that teachers will maintain full commitment to students, but will stop doing administrative tasks. “This initial job action is designed to put pressure on the employer and the government, but to maintain regular classroom instruction for students and ongoing communication with parents,� he said.
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Nominations open Gazette staff If you know someone who is a champion for multiculturalism in their community, nominate them for a 2011 Provincial Nesika Award. Nominations are now open for the awards, which recognize indi-
viduals, organizations and businesses that make outstanding contributions to promoting cultural diversity and Aboriginal heritage in B.C. Winners in each of three categories receive $5,000 to be donated to an organizational pro-
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Terry and Vera Smyth originally moved to Port Hardy in 1980 with their family, Stewart, Nigel and Kyla. Terry managed the Robinson’s store in the K&R Mall when business was booming locally with mining, logging and fishing in full swing. They moved to Alberta in 1982 and purchased their first Macleod’s Hardware Store, but missed Port Hardy so much they returned in 1986 to purchase the local Macleod’s Hardware, which became True Value in 1992 Over the years, they have enjoyed and apreciated the quality of life on the North Island. Terry and Vera would like to express their gratitude to their longtime employees — Sheryl McLaughlin, Gina Hales and Susan Hanuse. Hard work, loyalty and dedication to customer service has made True Value the success it is now. The 25th anniversary celebration begins Friday. Please join us Saturday for a cookout in the parking lot, where hamburgers, hot dogs, pop and chips will be served. All proceeds go to the Royal Canadian Legion’s Port Hardy branch. Also, enter to win one of several prizes in our Saturday afternoon draw: First prize - Return airfare for two between Port Hardy and Vancouver, courtesy of Pacific Coastal Airlines; Second prize - Toshiba 32” HDTV Third prize - Danby 3.1cu bar fridge Fourth prize - Danby .7cu microwave Check out our flyer for great anniversary specials in this edition of the Gazette.
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Insurance relief for abused spouses, others Gazette staff Innocent victims of the wrongful actions of another person under the same insurance contract can now no longer be denied coverage, said Finance Minister Kevin Falcon. Historically, if a couple owned a house together and one spouse intentionally damaged it or burned it down, the other spouse the innocent co-insured under the same contract could be denied coverage. “Victims of damage intentionally caused by a spouse or child, for instance, will no longer be denied insurance coverage for their portion,� said Falcon. “Although this situation doesn’t happen very often, when it does it is very tragic. This protection is meant to specifically support innocent victims in difficult and often abusive situations.� The changes, that were recently approved, allow the innocent person to recover losses proportionate to their share of the insured property, while only the guilty party is denied coverage. There is a catch, though: the person making a claim must co-operate with the insurer and submit to an examination under oath on request, and the statutory amendment only applies to natural persons making an individual claim, not corporations. The requirement balances the rights of the victim with insurers’ concerns about fairness and the possibility of fraud.
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Carriers oof the Month Lyam Donetz & Jimmy Dawson - Port Hardy Lyam & Jimmy successfully brought in the most new/renewal subscriptions for the month of June. For their accomplishments they will receive a CD from ShopRite, 2 video rentals from Supreme Convenience, a burger and a drink from A&W and a gift from the NI Gazette.
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Mt. Waddington Youth Shelter Pilot Project Project Summary: Lack of youth housing has been identified as an issue in the Mt. Waddington communities, with youth sometimes finding themselves homeless - temporarily or longer-term. Mt. Waddington Youth Shelter Project (MTYSP), as a pilot program, seeks to provide short-term housing and support to access health and social services for vulnerable youth aged 13-18 years. The project will also provide referrals to support services for those aged 19 and 24. The project is funded form a grant from VIHA through the Mount Waddington Regional Hospital District and Health Network. The Youth Housing Advisory Committee (YHAC), a subcommittee of Mount Waddington Health Network (MWHN), will provide guidance, consultation, and supervision for the operation. As a pilot project, the project will continue to evolve and be extended or modified as determined and agreed by the parties. The successful proposal will demonstrate: s PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IN DEVELOPING AND MAINTAINING PARTNERSHIPS s )NNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO REACHING OUT TO HOMELESS YOUTH AND ASSISTING THEM TO MAKE the transition to independent living s EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS IN KEEPING CONlDENTIAL CLIENT RECORDS s HOW THE SERVICE CAN BE DELIVERED IN A WAY TO BENElT YOUTH THROUGHOUT THE REGION including ways to identify potential community resources and possible barriers to youth housing s ABILITY TO KEEP lNANCIAL RECORDS AND OPERATE WITHIN A LIMITED BUDGET s APPROACHES TO ASSESS THE NEED AND AVAILABILITY OF YOUTH HOUSING SERVICES IN -T Waddington with the collection of appropriate data. s METHODS TO EXPLORE AND IDENTIFY SUSTAINABLE FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE PROGRAM s %XPERIENCE IN CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES s ABILITY TO ENGAGE YOUTH AND MAXIMIZE THEIR PARTICIPATION Issue Date: June 29, 2011 Closing Date and Time: Friday July 29, 2011, 4:00pm PST For Complete Information Packages Contact: Hiroko Sakai, Youth Housing Advisory Committee %MAIL HIROKO SAKAI VIHA CA Phone: 250-902-6051 ext. 66934 PROPOSAL SUBMISSION: Proposals must be sent by electronic mail. Proposals should be clearly marked with the name and address of the proponent and the project title. Proposal electronic copy must be in Portable Document File (.pdf) Format. Facsimile and mail submissions will not BE ACCEPTED AND LATE PROPOSALS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED !LL QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS 2&0 should be directed to Hiroko Sakai via electronic mail.
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Graffiti artists and vandals to be in the lens Mike D’Amour Gazette staff Smile taggers — you could be caught on one of several Port Hardy cameras and if you are, it’s going to cost you. Fed up with having to clean the mess left by punks with spray cans, District of Port Hardy council opted last week to install several mobile, infrared surveillance cameras in various places around town. “Every year vandals cost taxpayers thousands of dollars in property damage and theft,” Port Hardy Mayor Bev Parnham said in a release to the Gazette. “Because of this it has become necessary to install the surveillance cameras, which use infrared technology, to capture sound and movement on the darkest nights.” Parnham said within the last couple of weeks, vandals have
sprayed graffiti on the new Welcome To Port Hardy sign near the airport, used the Estuary Pavilion railing for firewood and swiped bedding plants — some rare — from the Stink Creek garden at the corner of Rupert and Granville streets. “The Storey’s Beach Pavilion, which was built by our Rotary and our civic organizations, are very active and do everything from Filomi Days, Canada Day and take on these events for the town and have put money into things like the pavilion and to see their work continually destroyed, well, in the end it costs us all money and time,” said Patti Smedley, Port Hardy’s economic and community development coordinator. “The last time we ran the reward, the (thefts) stopped for a while.” Now the hope is the cameras will be a solid solution and a deter-
rent that would last much longer. “We did have a couple of the cameras in stock and we have them up (in their hidden locations),” said Smedley. “They’re a little better grade than the kind you can buy on the street to record wildlife.” The cameras — which operate in a stealth mode with no flashing or constant lights — will not be monitored. Instead, if vandalism occurs, the recording device is pulled from the camera’s shell. “We’ve had an ongoing problem here for the last couple of years,” said Smedley, who added the majority of people respect what is being done for community pride and tourism, but it’s the actions of a few who are doing the damages. It cost thousands of dollars to replace the items and repair
the damage, said the mayor, who noted she hopes the cameras will put an end to the senseless damages. The district is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to the Cameras could end graffiti like this near the PH medical clinic. arrest and conviction J.R. Rardon photo of anyone destroying or removing municipal property. As well, the courts An Addictions and Recovery Service Plan is in the process of being developed can levy $2,000 fines for the same offenses. in the Mt. Waddington region. The cameras will be We want to know: What is your vision for an addictions and supportive rotated through various areas, including recovery services plan in your community? Storey’s Beach — and Come out to one of the following Community Forums to get an update on the its washrooms — the baseball fields and Plan and to share your voice in the process! dugouts, the Estuary Pavilions and the comMonday, July 18 Tuesday, July 19 Wednesday, July 20 Thursday, July 21 munity’s many garQuatsino/ Coal Harbour Cormorant Island Fort Rupert Gwa'SalaͲNakwaxda'xw dens. Alert Bay Council Hall, 15 Health Centre, 99 Tsakis Nation “(The) camera tech- Health Centre Way, Fort Rupert Location: Elders’ Centre nology allows these 305 Quattishe Road, Coal Maple Rd. Time: 1:00Ͳ3:00pm Time: 10:00Ͳ12:00pm Time: 10:00amͲ12:00pm surveillance units to Harbour go undetected while Time: 1:30Ͳ3:30pm Port Alice Port McNeill offering a clear snap- Port Hardy shot of events occur- Community Room at NI Community Centre Board Town Council Chambers, ring in these areas,” College, 9300 Trustee Rd. Room, 951 Marine Dr. 1775 Grenville Place Time: 7:00Ͳ9:00pm Time: 7:00Ͳ9:00pm Time: 7:00Ͳ9:00pm said Parnham. To report vandalism, Please RSVP to Janice.Urquhart@viha.ca or call Reena at (250) 902Ͳ6071 call 250-949-6335.
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Grousing about stupid chickens
Our Backyard with Lawrence Woodall Have you ever wondered why there are so many grouse? When you consider their behaviour patterns, you’d think there would be fewer, but somehow they seem to thrive. The mating seasons of the ruffed and blue grouses ended on Vancouver Island the last month or so and calling them out isn’t much of a challenge. Listen for the ventriloquistic courtship call of the blue, or the throbbing put-put-putpurr of the ruffed, then follow up with your own practised rendi-
tions of mating calls to be challenged, honing in on their hooting or drumming log. With the blue use your throat or, for the ruffed, thump the ground with your fist to stimulate a challenge. Both blue and ruffed will come out to challenge in full bloom. They will literally walk up and, somewhere in their decision making process, realize they’re overmatched and wander back to their log. For young birders they’re reasonably easy calls to learn and the enjoyment on the kids’ faces when the males approach is a thrill. Female birds with young have a range of behaviour patterns; the ruffed pretends to have a broken wing to draw you away from the chicks. Or the blue, which on occasion will freeze on the spot much like its cousin the spruce grouse, referred to as a “fool hen” or, in
Alaska, referred to as “stupid chickens.” They’ll also fly up into your face to distract you from the chicks. Coming from Woss the other day we spotted a hen with six chicks frozen alongside the road. We were literally on top of the hen when it attacked our grill, it was a virtual atomic explosion of feathers. Pulling over, knowing there was no chance of survival, it was still shocking to discover no body, just feathers. We observed, with dread, the chicks scurry away into the underbrush. We knew their fate was sealed, but part of us wanted to believe the hen had somehow survived and they would live happily ever after. That assisted in soothing the guilt. Fifty per cent of the world’s blue grouse population resides in B.C. in numbers ranging from 500,000 to 1.5
million, with the greatest abundance found on Vancouver Island. Blue grouse are vertical migrators like mountain caribou, not as spectacular as the porcupine caribou migration, but if you ever wander upon one, it’s a thrill nonetheless. Surrounded sometimes by hundreds of birds, it’s something you will never forget. During summer months hens and chicks will forage on berries and plants until late in the season. Then they’ll begin to migrate towards heavy forested areas, the movement of one group triggers others to follow; it becomes a smorgasbord of grouse. Again interesting behaviour: in winter, when grouse are burrowed in the snow to protect themselves from the elements, they’ll attack snowmobiles — it’s happened twice to this camper. Stupid chickens.
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Painting a bleak picture There’s something out there called: “The Broken Windows theory.” Social scientists James Q. Wilson and George L. Kelling coined the phrase in a 1982 article that stated: Consider a building with a few broken windows. If the windows are not repaired, the tendency is for vandals to break a few more. Eventually, they may even break into the building and, if it’s unoccupied, perhaps become squatters or light fires inside. The basic premise is if the window is not fixed, it’s a clear sign no one cares and the place ultimately goes to hell. That’s why we applaud the District of Port Hardy for its aggressive stance on graffiti and the thefts of publicly-owned items. These kinds of crimes need to be dealt with quickly and harshly — it’s the only way to stop punks with spray cans from becoming a problem that many cities that were slow to act are now trying to deal with. The people responsible for the graffiti and the petty thefts — c’mon, flowers? — deface our towns and contribute nothing. Some may argue graffiti “artists” are just that, artists. Granted, we’ve seen some work with spraypaint that has amazed with technique and subjects. Unfortunately, none of that kind of work is apparent here in our towns. And when you steal, you’re a thief, period.
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We’re about ready to take out a contract on the weatherman. Surely there is some sunshine in our future? We’re not asking much, just a few rays.
A decade on, treaty no panacea There were high hopes and harsh words in 2000 when the provincial and federal governments signed Canada’s first modern-day treaty with the Nisga’a people of northwestern B.C. While Canada’s financial support continues to flow, the Nisga’a Nation is nearing the stage where it must begin to collect taxes and become self-sustaining. A new study by the Winnipeg-based Frontier Centre for Public Policy offers a unique look behind the scenes of this remote experimen — and judging by the hostile response of the Nisga’a government to the findings, it may be the last one for some time. Is the Nisga’a Nation ready to support itself? The short answer is no, according to polling data and extensive interviews with “key informants” who are not identified. Co-author Joseph Quesnel told me he interviewed 15 influential people, both supporters and critics of
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the treaty, since he first visited the region last fall. A larger phone survey found that more people trust the Nisga’a government compared to the old Indian Act regime. But divisions remain, particularly over giving up aboriginal tax exemptions. Quesnel said he met people who have left the Nisga’a villages for nearby Tsimshian communities, before sales and income taxes take effect in 2013.
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In his statement, Stevens described the code of conduct for Nisga’a officials and the complaint process people can use to hold them accountable for decisions. The president dismissed the “colourful commentary” of a few “key informants” who didn’t expect to be quoted. Quesnel says despite the slow progress, he remains convinced the Nisga’a treaty is a positive step. Now investors have only one government to deal with, and the region has electricity, mining and gas development on the drawing board. And there are lessons to be learned by other aboriginal communities, such as tackling dependency and addiction problems before a treaty is signed, and bringing in outside experts to set up businesses. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca twitter.com/tomfletcherbc
According to the study, a culture of dependency that grew up during a century of colonial-style rule remains pervasive. The authors report many of the same problems that plague Indian Act reserves, such as willful damage to housing, accusations of nepotism and failed business investment. “More than one key informant observed old attitudes and mentalities persist regarding public services,” the report states. Nisga’a Lisims President Mitchell Stevens issued a statement rejecting the report’s findings, citing two factual errors and denying that he had participated. Quesnel, a Quebec Metis with a background in journalism, said he was welcomed on his initial visit and was even invited to attend a Nisga’a Lisims executive meeting. But he said Stevens and other officials “stopped responding” as the project progressed. A member of
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Salmon farm ad claims need scrutiny Dear editor: I received a very large fish farm ad in my mailbox yesterday from the B.C. Salmon Farmers. I am writing to ground-truth this advertisement. They say: Salmon farming provides thousands of year-round jobs. Fact: B.C. salmon farming is highly mechanized with only 1,250 employees (BCMAL 2010). They say: BC farm-raised salmon is grown according to some of the strictest regulations in the world. Fact: Canada’s aquatic resources are vulnerable to devastation by the introduction or spread of diseases and exporters cannot meet foreign export requirements. Canada’s regulatory infrastructure lags behind international standards for
aquatic animal health control measures (CFIA regulatory Impact Analysis Statement http://www.gazette.gc.ca/ rp-pr/p2/2010/2010-1222/html/sor-dors296-eng. html#REFa scroll 2/3 way down the site). They say: Salmon farming helps ease the world’s reliance on our ocean’s natural fish supply. Fact: Salmon farms waste very large ocean fisheries by allowing all waste to smother the sea floor when they could reuse it to produce plant crops that could feed people. They deplete one ocean, pollute another and waste ocean resources. They say: Our diligence has successfully prevented the importation of any disease to B.C.’s salmon farms. Prove it. I challenge
Why single out Duncan?
Forest was long time in coming
Dear editor, In a letter to the editor on June 9, 2011, Shirley Ackland wanted an explanation as to why John Duncan MP closed his office in Port McNeill. For two weeks the Gazette has stated with a thumbs down that they are waiting for a reply from Mr. Duncan. I called our MP office this morning and was informed that your inquiry was replied to by email at your first request. Has anyone questioned why Claire Trevena closed her Port Hardy office or is all this just silly NDPs conservative media? When one sees both offices closing, maybe in consideration of tax dollars and the amount of traffic coming through the offices, it was decided the best thing to do. Sharon Whitehead Port Hardy
Dear editor, Last week’s dinner between the directors and shareholders of the North Island Community Forest was long awaited. In 2004, then Forest Minister Mike DeJong offered mayors Larry Pepper of Port Alice; Gerry Furney of Port McNeill, and Harry Mose of Port Hardy (a.k.a. Larry, Gerry and Harry) the opportunity for each of their communities to apply for a community forest license. Well, times were different then. Larry Pepper was keen to start a community forest but the mill
"What is our federal fisheries doing promoting salmon farming when we are paying them to look after wild fish? Alexandra Morton
Marine Harvest, Mainstream and Grieg to test every salmon farm and hatchery right now for the lethal marine influenza virus ISAv, using chain of custody and report the results to the people of British Columbia. They say: Please view this video link where Laurie Jensen, communications manager for Mainstream tells a video camera that Alex Morton is a corporation, funded by Americans! This has gone way too far there has to be some accountability (http://www. youtube.com/watch?v=6g
had just started up again in Port Alice. Port Hardy and Port McNeill were taking care of other business and, besides, they just couldn’t agree on this community forest thing. Fast forward to 2006, when Andrew Ashford and Tim Chester of the Ministry of Forests decided they needed to fan the community forest flame once more to see if they could spark interest among the North Island communities. Tim Chester took his road show — and his flow chart that showed the process of what had to be done to get a CF license — to each of the
Xrd16IH1o&feature=shar e). Please tell us that the two research facilities shown in the ad in Nanaimo and West Vancouver on the map labelled: “A snapshot of BC’s Salmon Farming Industry”are not actually the federal Pacific Biological Station and West Vancouver Lab, paid for through public taxes. The B.C. salmon farmers are throwing millions at convincing British Columbians salmon from Norway, in pens that post “no trespassing,” fed fish shipped from
councils in Port Alice, Port Hardy and Port McNeill. If there wasn’t one community that could start a community forest, perhaps all three could. In December of 2009, the mayors of Port Alice, Port Hardy, and Port McNeill met and decided to give it a go. A steering committee was struck and that committee’s first task was to find nine directors who would work at producing an application for a community forest. Choosing the directors was without doubt the best decision our three communities made. Over
HST is A-OK Dear editor: I have stated in the past that I am tired of the rhetoric from both the yes and no sides of the HST debate. I am especially tired of the ideological rhetoric and fortune-telling. Who really knows what spending activity in three
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years will be? The simple fact remains, the government, whoever it may be, will be more than two billion dollars short on revenue if the HST is extinguished. That is why I’m voting no. Jock McKenzie Port McNeill
Chile is sustainable. Think about it — as soon as the price of fuel rises they are going to fold and leave B.C. with their piles of waste, laughing all the way to the bank. They want us to believe the few low-paying jobs are worth the risk. They demand we become beggars at the table we once owned and they do it with ad campaigns like these. What is our federal fisheries doing promoting salmon farming when we are paying them to look after wild fish? (Read exhibit 661, http://www.cohencommission.ca/en/Schedule/ April 5.) Sure jobs are important, but so are far more jobs that depend on wild salmon. If you take Norway out of the picture and recreate a Canadian land-based
the last 14 months Gord Glover, Dennis Swanson, Paul Grier, Ione Brown, Stu Ellis, Jon Lok, Irene Paterson, Derek Koel, and Mike Murray met and worked tirelessly to produce a management plan for our proposed CF. This 276-page document was submitted to the Ministry in October of 2010. After patiently waiting, on May 19 the Ministry of Forests approved License # K3Z, the North Island Community Forest Limited Partnership that our directors now manage. In true North Island fashion — like the Mount
industry that re-cycles the farm waste to grow plant crops, we get jobs, a sustainable food source, and wild salmon (http://www. cultures-aquaponiques. com/). Why wouldn’t we do this? You want to know the truth about salmon farms? Aug. 25 to Sept. 9 are the aquaculture hearings, Cohen Inquiry into the sockeye decline. Be there, observe people under oath, send a representative, don’t let a million dollar ad campaign pull the wool over your eyes. You are paying millions for this inquiry use it to save your community, this coast and a piece of this world for your children. Alexandra Morton Echo Bay
Waddington Health Network and the North Island Crisis and Counseling Centre before us — the North Island Community Forest showcases our communities’ ability to work together on behalf of all. Well done Us! Shirley Ackland On behalf of the Shareholders: Gail Neely, Mayor and Council, Village of Port Alice Bev Parnham, Mayor and Council, District of Port Hardy Gerry Furney, Mayor and Council, Town of Port McNeill
Editorial tarnishes fisherman's memory Dear editor: While I feel I must thank you for a fine front page coverage of my dear friend of many years, “Jigger” Bob Davis, upon reading further in the Commentary sec-
tion I was appalled at the way you used my recently departed friend and neighbour as a chastising element in your article. Have you no compassion towards his wife Janice and family, not to
mention his church? I would say that you should print an apology to all, along with a personal begging of forgiveness from Janice Davis. Bud Young Port Hardy
The goal is to publish every letter, so keep them brief, clear and to the point. Be hard on the problem, not the person; skip quotes except where readily confirmable; accept editing for length and legality. Include full name and home community (plus phone number to confirm authorship). Mail, fax, email or drop off c/o the editor by 4:00 pm Friday.
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June 21-July 21 Watercolour and painting exhibit by artist Yvonne Maximchuk at West Coast Community Craft Shop and Cafe Guido in Port Hardy. Painting cover the length of Canada from Maximchuk’s 2009 cross-country trip. July 9 100 Years of BC Parks celebration, 10:30 a.m., Cape Scott parking lot near San Josef. Ribbon-cutting for new park facilities, interpretive tours, free lunch. Limited transportation available by booking through Port McNeill Chamber of Commerce, 250-956-3131.
MEETINGS & ONGOING EVENTS • Are you interested in being part of the team? Join the PH Fire Dept. dropin meeting every Thursday at 7 p.m. at the fire halls. • Port Hardy Museum open daily 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Temporary Fossil Exhibit. • Quatsino Museum & Archives is open Friday to Sunday from 1:00 -2:00. Open daily July & August. FMI quatsino.museum@recn.ca • PH Youth Health Clinic: Tues 3-5pm drop in. Family Place (back door). • PM Youth Health Clinic: Thurs 3-5pm drop in. Public Health office (beside town office). • Every 1st & 3rd Saturday at 7pm: Coal Harbour Activity Centre Game Night. Bring a friend. Free. FMI 250-949-0575. • PH Lions Club Bingo every Thursday. Doors open at 5:30pm. • The German Edelweiss Cultural Club meets Thurs. at 7pm in PH Inn Pub. FMI 250-230-1376. • Free Women's Yoga at Family Place PH. Thursdays @ 2:30-4:30. Please bring a mat/towel and wear comfortable clothing. • Footcare clinic at Hardy Bay Seniors first & third Tuesday of every month 9-5pm. FMI 250-949-7252. • July 9: 116th Haviland Reunion. FMI David 519-879-6657 or haviland@ ican.net.
July 11-15 Stepping Stones Summer Camp: “Time Travellers�, 3-5 years 9:30-11:30 a.m., 5-9 years 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration $50, 250-949-3031 or niecds@telus.net
July 16 Sointula Farmer’s Market, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. rain or shine. Follow the signs to #25 2nd Street. Artisans, bakers, gardeners, more. Info, Sally at 250-973-6593.
July 13 Open house and invitation to comment meeting on Cape Scott Wind Farm project, 5-8 p.m., Providence Place in Port Hardy.
July 18-22 Kids camp at Port Hardy Baptist Church for ages 5-11, 9 a.m.-noon each day. Cost $10 per child. To register or for info, 250-949-6844.
July 15 Family Movie night (a pre-release movie) 7:00 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm) at PH Baptist Church. Cost is FREE. FMI www.porthardybaptistchurch.ca
July 18-22 Stepping Stones Summer Camp: “Sports�, 3-5 years 9:30-11:30 a.m., 5-9 years 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration $50, 250-949-3031 or niecds@telus.net
July 15-17 Annual Filomi Days celebration in Port Hardy; theme “Glory Days� recalls the glory of its fishing, logging and mining heritage. Filomi sailboat exhibition, street hockey tournament, volleyball, rubber duckie race, much more. Volunteers still encouraged to take part. FMI, Debbie Huddlestan, 250-949-6888. For table rentals, call Tara McCart 250-949-7697.
July 19 Vancouver Island Regional Library Summer Reading Club entertainment with Glenn Kachmar, Woss Library, 3 p.m. and Port McNeill Library, 6:30 p.m. Info at www. virl.bc.ca
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August 8-12 Stepping Stones Summer Camp: “Forest Explorers�, 3-5 years 9:30-11:30 a.m., 5-9 years 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration $50, 250-949-3031 or niecds@telus.net August 13 Sointula Farmer’s Market, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. rain or shine. Follow the signs to #25 2nd Street. Artisans, bakers, gardeners, more. Info, Sally at 250-973-6593. August 15-19 Stepping Stones Summer Camp: “Crazy Science�, 3-5 years 9:30-11:30 a.m., 5-9 years 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration $50, 250-949-3031 or niecds@telus.net August 20 Orcafest in Port McNeill; theme: “Scales and Tales ... and other fish stories!� Parade, market stalls and food vendors, library book sale, logger sports, slo-pitch tournament. Parade entry forms and booth rentals available through Chamber of Commerce office. August 27 Sointula Salmon Day celebration and farmer’s market at the ballfield, beginning at 10 a.m. Barbecue, games, artisans, bakers, gardeners, more. Info, Sally at 250973-6593. September 3 Hyde Creek Day returns after four-year absence. Parade, horseback demonstrations, kids games and petting zoo, vendors, firewood sale, 50/50 draw and more. Proceeds to Hyde Creek Community Recreation Association. To reserve vendor table call Guylaine, 250956-3622.
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Gate swings open at Gate House Theatre J.R. Rardon Gazette staff PORT McNEILL — A large turnout made the grand re-opening of Port McNeill’s theatre a success Friday. Founding members of the Gate House Community Association hope the people will keep coming out. The non-profit society recently took over the former Pioneer Theatre and used the town’s Canada Day celebration to unveil its new look and introduce
the new proprietors. “We hope this theatre will be a gathering place for all those interested in the arts,” said Terry Ruth Eissfeldt, who was joined by founding society members Chris and Karen Stewart, Kathy Martin and Mei-Ling Trevor for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. “We hereby declare the Gate House Theatre open,” Eissfeldt said with a snip of the scissors. The event featured three cakes decorated with the
association’s name and logo, a sign-up sheet for residents interested in joining the society, and brochures advertising its first planned activity — a Drama Day Camp for youths aged 6-12 the first week of August. After the festivities, patrons moved into the 258-seat theatre to watch Rio, the animated family film. A second feature, the action film Sucker Punch, followed. Gate House Community
Association will continue to present three movies each week, but the association wants the theatre to be much more than a part-time movie theatre. The group’s mission is to promote an appreciation of and provide support, education and a showcase for the arts including drama, film, music, dance, visual and written arts. More information on Gate House Community Association members Meithe society and upcoming Ling Trevor, Terry Eissfeldt, Chris Stewart, Karen movie listings can be found Stewart and Kathy Martin cut the ribbon at Gate at gatehouseca.org. J.R. Rardon photo House Theatre Friday.
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Duck Race - Tsulquate River Bridge - Sunday, 12pm Prizes to be won: • Kayak & Paddle: Marine Harvest, Quarterdeck Marine, Port Hardy InsuranCentre • Half-Day Fishing Charter: Codfather Charters • $50.00 Gift Certificate: EJ Klassen Motorcade • Case of Salmon: Scarlet Point Seafoods • $50.00 Gift Certificate (for custom processing or smoking): Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish • Tri-Port Dragon Boat Recreational Membership: Tri-Port Dragon Boat Society • BC Ferries Pass (car, driver, passenger): BC Ferries • Accommodation for Two (October to April): Glen Lyon Inn • Control Centre for Electronics: ShopRite • Dust & Dash Interior Car Cleaning: Dave Landon Motors • Stainless Wet/Dry Vacuum: Hardy Builders • $50.00 Gift Certificate: Macandale’s • Camcorder: The Source • $50.00 Overwaitea Gift Card: Overwaitea • Tackle Box: Jim’s Hardy Sports • Portable DVD Player: Keta Cable • BC Ferries Pass (car, driver, passenger): BC Ferries • 2-Night Stay: Bear Cove Cottages • Framed Photograph: Scotiabank • Laptop Bag: The Cove • Computer Reboot: Web World • Trip for 2 to North Coast Trail: Cape Scott Water Taxi • Gift Basket: Kelley’s Chocolates • Framed Print: Natural Impressions • $50.00 Gift Certificate: EJ Klassen Motorcade • $50.00 Gift Certificate (for custom processing or smoking): Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish
Fishing Derby Friday & Saturday 6am-7pm Sunday - 2pm
Adopt a Duck: 1 Duck - $2 • 3 Ducks - $5 Tickets available at: Jim’s Hardy Sports, Hardy Buoys, Port Hardy Chamber of Commerce, West Coast Community Craft Shop & The Hobby Nook
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Sunday, July 17
Family Movie Night - Port Hardy Baptist Church 7am-11am: NI Eagles Much Music Teen Dance - Port Hardy Arena 8am-12pm: 10am: 10:30am: 12pm: 12pm-5pm: The Port Radio on sight 12pm-10pm: 7am-11am: Providence Pancake Breakfast - Providence Place 12pm-5pm: 9am-6pm: Brian Burns Memorial Street Hockey Tournament 12pm-3pm: Hastings Street 2pm: 10am-4pm: Hardy Buoys Crab Races - Carrot Park 10pm: 11am-1pm: Popcorn Sale - Coastal Community Credit Union
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Food & Entertainment - Carrot Park Kinsmen Refreshment Garden - Carrot Park Kids’ Fest in the Park - Carrot Park Funtastic Sports Volleyball Tournament - Carrot Park Filomi Strong Man Competition - Carrot Park First Annual Filomi Fun Sail in Hardy Bay NI Eagles Adult Much Music Dance - Port Hardy Arena
There are prizes for largest salmon/halibut and ling cod
Providence Pancake Breakfast - Providence Place Masons’ Kids’ Fishing Derby - Seagate Wharf Before & After Renos Soap Box Derby - C&N Hill Community Church Service - Carrot Park Duck Race - Tsulquate Bridge Food & Entertainment - Carrot Park Kinsmen Refreshment Garden - Carrot Park Kids’ Fest in the Park Home Hardware Boat Building & Race - Carrot Park Home Hardware Bird House Building - Carrot Park Live Music & Fireworks Spectacular - Carrot Park
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By the time the last month of pregnancy comes around, new mothers-to-be often feel the baby grows by many pounds. In actual fact, the average fetus gains about 250 grams (a little more than half a pound) during the last month of gestation. When we talk about exercise in this column, walking is often mentioned. However, one we haven’t mentioned is ballroom dancing. Walking is boring to some people but dancing is fun and good for your heart. It also helps to improve your coordination and balance, strengthen your legs and even help you lose weight. Body-Mass Index (BMI) is a ratio of your weight to height. It gives an idea of the amount of fat in your body. The result should be 25 and under. A new method is being introduced that may be more accurate. It is Body Adiposity Index (BAI). This index relates hip size to height. You’ll hear more about this in the future. At this time of year, some people experience heel ďŹ ssures which can be caused by wearing openheeled shoes and sandals. To prevent this sometimes painful condition, wear closed heel shoes and use a pumice stone to smooth some of the rougher areas. You can also apply a skin moisturizer. Look for those containing ingredients like urea, lactic acid or glycolic acid.
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Rain can’t dampen festival spirits J.R. Rardon Gazette staff C L U X E W E RESORT — Todd Butler rested one arm on his guitar and used his other hand to shield his eyes as he peered through a curtain of water to the crowd arrayed below. “Welcome to the Port McNeill Rain Festival,” joked Butler, a Courtenay-based songwriter and comedian. The rain played a costarring role but did little to dampen the spirits of the audience as nearly 300 people turned out for the inaugural Tri-Port Music Festival at this scenic seaside campground. “You people deserve a round of applause,” said Joey Clarkson, another Courtenay musician who performed with her trio. “This is great to see.” The feeling seemed mutual, even if fans spent much of the day huddled under umbrellas, trees and, in the case of one hardy patron, a tarp. Others availed themselves of the adjacent pavilion, where the festival’s beer garden was set up. While there were quite a few no-shows, festival promoter Dave Stevenson said the 400 available tickets did sell out, and he and resort owner Dale Peeler are already looking to bring back the event next year, possibly as a two-day festival. Produced by C e n t e r p i e c e Productions and the North Island Concert Society, the festival featured a range of Vancouver Island acts, including local singersongwriter Richelle Andre, Stevenson’s blues-rock cover quartet Swing Shift, and Sointula’s Backbone Road, which performed bluegrass in four-part harmony. “This is wonderful,” Backbone Road bassists Stephanie Eakle said. “Hopefully it can be an annual event.” “Maybe next time we can have it in the summer,” mandolin
player Michèle Meisler quipped. The rain was a constant throughout the day, though it stopped briefly as the Victoria alt-rock group Xanthic Blue played a highenergy set of original songs. By the time Victoria’s
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Turnpike Bandits took the stage to close the show with its rollicking “Outlaw Country” originals, it was a full downpour and most of
the remaining crowd had retired to the covered beer garden. Still, a dozen or so people did take to the grass in front of the covered stage for some vigorous dancing. More coverage is available at www.northislandgazette.com.
Protecting our province from the harmful effects of used oil and antifreeze must be a responsibility we all share, together. So please, next time you look to dispose of used oil or antifreeze materials, find a collection facility near you. Here are three easy ways to do so:
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In a continued effort to encourage higher rates of recovery, BCUOMA has built a strong support network across the province. Today, participation includes 207 brand-owner members, 37 collectors and processors, 480+ return collection facilities and more than 4,000 generators. In addition, BCUOMA is reprising its successful ambassador program this summer – with two ambassadors touring the province to educate and raise awareness of the importance of used oil and antifreeze recycling.
Although it’s commonly accepted that oil and antifreeze are not household garbage we can simply throw out, more than 1.3 million litres of used oil ends up in BC landfills every year. When you consider that it only takes one drop of oil to contaminate a million drops of water, the problem is clear: there’s just too many drops to count, too many to ignore. BCUOMA is a non-for-profit organization that encourages British Columbians to responsibly recycle used oil, oil filters, oil containers, used antifreeze and antifreeze containers. Since the launch of the program in 2003, British Columbians have done an exceptional job of recycling their used oil materials.
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on deck Tell us about items of interest to the sports community. Today Baseball Hyde Creek vs. Port Hardy in NVIBL league action, 6:45 p.m., Hyde Creek Ballpark. July 9 Motor sports Stock car racing at TriPort Speedway, 7 p.m. In case of rain, will move to 1 p.m. July 10. July 10 Baseball Port Hardy vs. Hyde Creek, 6 p.m., Hyde Creek Ballpark. July 11-15 Hockey camp Lou Lemire Summer Hockey Skills Camp at Chilton RegionalArena, Port McNeill. Power skating, individual skills and off-ice strength and stability training sessions. Ages 6-up, $425. Online registration at www. loulemirehockeycamp. com July 14 Baseball Port McNeill vs. Port Hardy, 6:45 p.m., Hyde Creek Ballpark. July 14-17 Slo-pitch Filomi Days slo-pitch tournament at Beaver Harbour Park. Wood bats only, scheduled around parade and other Filomi Days events. Info, David, 250-949-7221. July 16 Golf Ladies Open Tournament at Seven Hills Golf and Country Club, 8:30 a.m. Registration deadline July 8. To register call Seven Hills, 250-9499818. Street hockey Brian Burns Memorial Street Hockey Tournament, Hastings Street in Port Hardy. Divisions for youths 5-8 years, 9-12, 13-16, 17-over and ladies. Registration $50 per team, deadline July 10. Forms available at North Star Cycle and Sports. Info, Sue, 250949-7617.
NHL player a hit in return Gazette staff PORT McNEILL — A local boy made good has returned to share his knowledge with the North Island’s next generation of hockey hopefuls. Clayton Stoner, who grew up in Port McNeill and now plays hockey for the NHL’s Minnesota Wild, is putting local skaters through the paces this week in the first Clayton Stoner Vancouver Island Summer Hockey Clinic at Chilton Regional Arena. The clinic, which features a separate goalie component and another half-dozen coaches and staff, has provided area players on-ice and off-ice training, lecture sessions, and photos and autographs with Stoner and other staffers. In addition to the goalie clinic, which has three coaches dedicated to the netminders, two different sessions are being held, with players separated by age level. The camp will run through Clayton Stoner shares a word of advice with Ethan Bono during drills in Stoner's Vancouver Island tomorrow and wrap up with final Summer Hockey Clinic at Chilton Regional Arena Monday. Below left, Nyck Ruel makes a save during autograph and photo sessions. J.R. Rardon photos the goalie session. At right, Stoner keeps an eye on the action. Stoner, whose family still lives in Port McNeill’s Hyde Creek neighbourhood, recently attended the school awards day and presented the top athlete trophies at Sunset Elementary School, which he attended as a youngster. The clinic is the second of three consecutive hockey camps being held while summer ice is in at the arena. Last week, the North Island Eagles rep hockey program hosted a player skills camp. Next week, Lou Lemire returns for the third straight year with his Lou Lemire Summer Hockey Skills Camp. Registration for the camp is still available online at loulemirehockeycamp.com.
Kissin' Cod
Chelsea Noel, left, kisses her rock cod before it was released Friday during the Canada Day Kids Fishing Derby in Port McNeill. Natasha Grafton and Tristan Mardell, above, were the Kathy Martin photos girls and boys winners.
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Sports & Recreation
Sign up or miss out Gazette staff Registration deadlines for several upcoming North Island sports activities are fast approaching, and prospective participants are urged to sign up promptly or risk missing out on the competition.
Clayton, meet Clayton
Clayton Stoner presents Clayton Bono with the Sunset Elementary School junior boys athlete trophy as Sunset principal Rena Sweeney looks on last week at Sunset. Stoner, who now plays hockey for the NHL's Minnesota Wild, was the first recipient of the trophy when it debuted at Sunset in 1996.
Hockey camp The third Lou Lemire Summer Hockey Skills Camp in Port McNeill will take place Monday through Friday at Chilton Regional Arena, and online registration is encouraged as soon as possible to ensure a spot in the camp. The camp features a focus on individual skills and includes power skating, off-ice strength and stability training
Sports Briefs for players age six and over. Registration for the week is $425 and includes a camp jersey. Info and online registration at www. loulemirehockeycamp. com. Ladies Golf Seven Hills Golf and Country Club will host the one-day Ladies Open Saturday, July 16, and the deadline to register is tomorrow afternoon. The open includes a light breakfast starting at 7:30 a.m., and play begins with a shotgun start at 8:30. Players of all skill levels are encouraged to take part; no handicap is
necessary. Registration fee is $45 and includes meal. Reserve your spot by calling the Seven Hills pro shop at 250-9499818. Street hockey The Brian Burns Memorial Street Hockey Tournament returns to the Filomi Days athletic schedule Saturday, July 16, and teams must be signed up by Sunday, July 10, so that organizers can determine divisions and scheduling for the tourney. Competition is available in several categories, including 5-8 years, 9-12 years, 13-16 years and 17-over. A ladies division will also be contested if enough teams are signed up.
Registration is $50 per team, and forms may be picked up at North Star Cycle and Sports on Market Street in Port Hardy. For more info, call Sue at 250-949-7617 or Dave at 250-949-7221. Stock cars return The Tri-Port Motor Sports Club returns to action at Tri-Port Speedway this weekend for one final tuneup in advance of its Filomi Days race show. Racing is scheduled for Saturday at 7 p.m. on the dirt-and-clay oval off Bronze Road. In case of a rain-out, the races will be moved to Sunday at 1 p.m. On July 16, the drivers will compete in the Filomi Days races beginning at 5 p.m.
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Cubs face Hillbillys Gazette staff After a final break for the Canada Day long weekend, the North Vancouver Island Baseball League returns to action tonight and begins the final push to its league championship tournament later this month. The surging Hyde Creek Hillbillys (4-3) will face the leagueleading Port Hardy Cubs (4-2) at 6:45 at Hyde Creek Ballpark with a chance to take over first place with a victory. North Vancouver Island Baseball League Standings Through July 6 Team W L Port Hardy 4 2 Hyde Creek 4 3 Port McNeill 2 5
Pct GB .667 — .571 .5 .286 2.5
Thursday, July 7 Hyde Creek vs. Port Hardy, 6:45 p.m. Sunday, July 10 Port Hardy vs. Hyde Creek, 6 p.m. Thursday, July 16 Port McNeill vs. Port Hardy, 6:45 p.m. All games at Hyde Creek Ballpark
The two teams will square off again Sunday evening at 6, and the regular season will wrap up next Thursday when Port McNeill (2-5) faces Port Hardy. The double-elimination playoff tournament will follow a week later. Prior to the holiday hiatus, the Hillbillys used a seven-run fourth inning to snap a scoreless tie and rolled to
a 12-1 win over Port McNeill. It was Hyde Creek’s third straight win after a 1-3 start to the season. Glenn Moore reached base five times in the win, Ivan Hall went 3-for-4 with an RBI and two runs, and Ryan Rushton scored three times while collecting two hits and two walks. Ed James reached four times and scored for the Rangers.
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North Island Life Happy day, Canada!
Residents throughout the North Island celebrated Canada Day last Friday. Clockwise from top left: Pilot Bill Velie looks on as Malarry Smith waves during kids’ plane rides at Port McNeill Airport; a patriotic Riley Kahn, with mom, Melissa, of Port Hardy, takes in some of the sights and sounds of celebrations at Storey’s Beach; members of Port Hardy’s Sacred Wolf Dance Troupe perform at Storey’s Beach; Morgan VanderMey of Port McNeill, 2, runs for a closer look at the air show in Port McNeill; Sarah McDowell of Port McNeill shows her spirit. Photos by Mike D’Amour and J.R. Rardon
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Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that International Forest Products Ltd. of Campbell River, BC, intends to make application to Ministry of Natural Resource Operations, North Island-Central Coast Resource District for a Licence of Occupation – Log Handling – File 1413513 situated on Provincial Crown land located at Simoon Sound. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Cyndy Grant, Ministry of Forests, North Island-Central Coast Forest District, PO Box 7000 Port McNeill BC, V0N 2R0 or emailed to: Cyndy.Grant@gov.bc.ca. The public review period will extend for 30 days from ďŹ rst advertisement, ending on August 15, 2011. Ministry of Natural Resource Operations ofďŹ ce may not be able to consider comments received after this date. For more information, please contact Cyndy Grant or visit the following website: http://www.al.gov.bc.ca/ clad/land_prog_services/programs.html under the link: Applications & Reasons for Decision.
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Please be sure to cite the Applicant’s name, ďŹ le number and the location of the proposed activity for reference. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at Integrated Land Management Bureau’s regional ofďŹ ce.
HSSE SUPERVISOR Competition #BU11-0078 We have an immediate opening for a Health, Safety, Security & Environment Supervisor. The successful candidate can be located in either the lower mainland or Okanagan area. You will be responsible for providing Health, Safety, Security & Environment support to our Ready Mix, Aggregate, Asphalt and Landscape divisions in Metro Vancouver, Okanagan Valley, the Shuswapp and Central BC, but not limited to these locations. Duties: promoting job safety and environment awareness; implementation of acceptable working methods and practices; compliance with Safety & Environmental responsibilities; and act as champion on deďŹ ned HSSE topics. Successful applicant will have 5 years of HSSE experience. QualiďŹ cations should include: Construction Safety OfďŹ cer and a combination of education and experience. Extensive travel will be required. Submit your resume by quoting competition number by July 12, 2011 to: BURNCO Rock Products Ltd Fax: (403) 440-3454 Attention: Human Resources OR E-mail: careers@burnco.com www.burnco.com We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
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COTTER’S HOME Inspiration Society is looking for home support worker for 2 mentally challenged adults. This an oncall/casual position that could lead to permanent/part-time work. Applicants must be female and have a valid driver’s license. For particulars of position please contact Deb McNabb @ 250-949-6135 or email: debmcn@uniserve.com
The Lands File Number that has been established for this application is 1413566. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Section Head, Ministry of Natural Resource Operations, at Suite 142, 2080 Labieux Road, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 6J9, or emailed to: authorizingagency.nanaimo@gov.bc.ca. Comments will be received by MFLNRO until 51 days. MFLRNO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit our website at “http://arfd.gov. bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index. jsp� for more information. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor.
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PUBLIC NOTICE Rogers Communications Inc. (Rogers) is proposing to locate a new telecommunications facility on the southern portion of the Port McNeill Public Works Yard off Mine Road in Port McNeill, BC. The proposed tower location is approximately 250 metres south of Mine Road, coordinates Latitude: 50° 34’ 36.24”, Longitude: -127° 04’ 22.9”. The site will be comprised of a 100.0m guyed tower structure with a walk-in equipment cabinet within a fenced compound. The public may comment on this proposal, in writing, within 30 days of this notice, (July 31, 2011) by mail to: Attn: Chad Marlatt, Standard Land Company Inc. (Agents for Rogers), 610 - 688 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1P1 or by e-mail to: CommentsBC@standardland.com.
The Lemare Group is currently seeking a hoe chucker/loader operator, and a boom man for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Fax resume to 250-956-4888 or email: office@lemare.ca.
The Lemare Group is currently seeking a heavy duty mechanic for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to office@lemare.ca or fax to: 250-956-4888.
Would You Like Help In Starting Your Own Business? The North Island Self Employment Program could be the support you have been looking for. You may be able to receive E.I. Benefits or living supports for up to 48 weeks to help you get started. Participants of the Program will receive free business training workshops. To receive a full orientation about the Program and to see if you qualify to receive assistance, please call our office to set up an appointment. Phone: 956-2220 ext: 223 Website: www.cfmw.ca Email: nisep@cfmw.ca
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District of Port Hardy Notice of Public Hearing As 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, July 12, 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. As 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, July 12, 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 09-2011, a bylaw to amend the District of Port Hardy Zoning Bylaw No. 10-2006. This amendment proposes to change the zoning of Blocks 2 & 3, Section 30, Township 6, Plan 810 from Tourist Commercial: T-1 to General Commercial: C-3. The street address of this parcel is 8080 Goodspeed Road, Port Hardy, B.C. Bylaws 08-2011 and 09-2011, the applications and all relevant documents may be inspected at the District of Port Hardy Municipal Office, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding statutory holidays, to July 12, 2011. Documents are also available on the District website at www.porthardy.ca.
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Are you looking for a quality academic education for your children with high social and moral standards? Please call Clifford at Avalon Adventist Junior Academy: 250-949-8243, email: wagonwoody2003@yahoo.ca or check our website: www.aaja.ca COMING EVENTS
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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 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
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Motel MGR. Min of 3-5 yrs of managerial exp. in hospitality industry, F/T $16.50/hr. Duties: supervise day-to-day operations, front desk operation, accounting, marketing & housekeeping. Pioneer Inn 8405 Byng Rd. Port Hardy. Fax: 250-949-7334.
TECHS LIVE Large in Western Canada! Go Auto has 23 dealerships/18 brands. Journeymen can earn $120K+. Specialists can earn $150K+. Full benefits. Investment Program. Moving/training/tool allowances. Apply now! careers@goauto.ca or www.goauto.ca.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL DIAMOND Drillers Wanted. We are currently looking for Sr. Drillers to provide services for our Sr. Clients programs in Gold, Zinc, Coal, and Copper drilling projects. Projects will be located near towns in the South and Interior of BC. Clean Safety and Performance references are mandatory. Apply via Fax at 250-314-4865, Email at admin@scsdrilling.com or by phone at 250-572-2614.
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E CONSTRUCTION Ltd. is one of Western Canada’s largest paving contractors. Currently seeking experienced Finish Grader Operators for Ft. McMurray. Competitive wages, medical and dental benefits, employer matched pension plan. E-mail Human Resources at hrecltd.ca or fax: 780-743-5946. www.ecltd.ca EDMONTON STEEL Fabrication shop requires Structural Steel Fitters, up to $32.72/ hour; CWB FCAW Welders, to $31.68/hour. Overtime, benefits, relocation/accommodation assistance. Resume to fax: 780-939-2181 or Email: careers@garweld.com. LOUISIANA-PACIFIC Canada Ltd. requires an experienced Jour- neyman Electrician for our EWP Operation in Golden B.C. Email resume to: Audra.Stanton@LPCorp.com or fax to 250-344-8859.
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North Island Church Services SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 4680 Byng Rd. Port Hardy Pastor George Hilton 250-949-8925 or 250-949-8826 “Everyone welcome” 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
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NORTH ISLAND CATHOLIC CHURCHES Sunday Masses St. Mary’s Port McNeill: 9am St. Bonaventure Port Hardy: 11am St. Theresa’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 Children’s Programs & Adult Bible Studies are scheduled throughout the year. For information contact 0ASTOR $AVE 0URDY s 11/11
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ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP “A non-traditional connecting point for North Island Christians” - Monthly “large group” 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!
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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 11/11
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
GWA’SALA-’NAKWAXDA’XW SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH at entrance to Tsulquate Village (8898 Park Dr) Saturday/Sabbath 10:15 am-Sabbath School 11:30 am-Worship Service Pastor Randy Elliott 250-230-1885 cell 11/11
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GARAGE SALES Honda 02’ XR70R motorbike $750, antique oak dressing table $350. Call 250-949-7085. MOVING/GARAGE SALE 2695 Cardena Cres, Pt. McNeill. Sat., July 16th-10am!
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FOR SALE BY OWNER OLDER HOME in Port McNeill, on 2 lots with ocean view, over 3100 sq ft, must be seen, please phone 250-9563546 for viewing. PORT HARDY Newly reno’d home. 3 bdrms, roughed in for 2 more bedrooms & family room. Close to schools. $255,000. Call 250-230-7540. PORT MCNEILL 1300 sq. ft. modular, centrally located. $141,500. Call 250-956-3441 or 250-956-8283. PORT MCNEILL Ocean view 3 bdrms, 1 1/2 baths, 5 appl. Bright kitchen, dining & living area with laminate flooring. Hot tub & lots of parking. $189,000. Call 250-956-3417.
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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
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Band Manager Position The Kwakiutl Band is inviting applications for the position of Band Manager. The Kwakiutl Band is a First Nations Community with approximately 700 members and is located on Northern Vancouver Island. Working under the direction of the Kwakiutl Band Council, the Band Manager administers programs and services for the band. The successful candidate will have a solid background and professional knowledge in Administration. The person will possess leadership, supervisory, interpersonal, and financial management skills. Current criminal record must be provided. For a complete job description, please visit our website at www.kwakiutl.ca Please forward a letter of application and a resume complete with salary expectations and three references to: Hiring Committee – Kwakiutl Band Council PO Box 1440, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 manager@kwakiutl.bc.ca Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview Closing date July 22, 2011 at 4:00 pm
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Previous experience in a fish plant is not required but candidates should have relevant experience in a highvolume production environment. If you possess the attributes we desire and want to join a progressive company in a dynamic industry, view the posting on our website at www.marineharvestcanada.com and apply as directed.
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We are currently seeking a Parts Person and a Marine Mechanic. Full time positions with benefits. Wages dependant on experience and credentials. Apply in person to Colleen Cox or e-mail resume to macandal@telus.net. Phone 250-949-8442.
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Publisher
The Morning Star in Vernon, B.C. has an opening for the position of Publisher. The Morning Star, one of Canada’s leading community newspapers, is published every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday and has an extensive distribution network throughout the North Okanagan. More than 33,000 homes and businesses are reached in the communities of Vernon, Coldstream, Armstrong, Enderby, Lumby, Cherryville, Oyama, Spallumcheen, Grindrod, Falkland and Silver Star.
The Morning Star is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with over 150 community, daily and urban newspapers located in BC, Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii.
Marine Harvest is the world’s leading producer of farmed salmon. We are currently seeking a Maintenance Manager for our Port Hardy Processing Plant on beautiful Vancouver Island, a location that combines unparalleled recreational opportunities with an affordable cost of living. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will manage all maintenance for the production line and building facility.
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Customer Service Representative A part-time term role with Service BC for a confident initiative-taker— Port Hardy (Geographically Restricted) Working on an as-and-when-required basis, you’ll be the frontline contact for Service BC customers, providing information and guidance—in person, online or over the phone—about government programs and services. Efficient, adaptable and customeroriented, you’ll be a valued contributor to a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment. Your background includes four years’ clerical experience in addition to the above capabilities. An analytical thinker who’s computer proficient and a stickler for accuracy, you’re also accustomed to handling financial transactions.
The Morning Star is the No.1 news source in the North Okanagan and has been committed to serving its communities with in-depth local news, sports, entertainment, events and happenings since 1988.
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Black Press is seeking a proven leader with an impressive track record in newspaper management, to build on the considerable growth the Morning Star has experienced over the past 23 years.
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Ideally, you should have a good understanding of all facets of newspaper operations with emphasis on sales, marketing and financial management. As publisher, you will be instrumental in developing a multi platform strategy for the newspaper and its online initiatives, as it continues to serve a rapidly expanding and diverse marketplace. If you are a critical thinker, customer driven and possess strong entrepreneurial skills, Black Press wants to hear from you. Please send your resume by July 22, 2011 to: Bruce McAuliffe, President Black Press BC South c/o Kelowna Capital News 2495 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, B.C. V1X 7K2 Email: brucem@blackpress.ca
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PORT HARDY Furnished elegantly or unfurnished executive style, 1 or 2 bedroom suites. Quiet, clean, excellent views. Call 250-949-9698
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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 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)
RENTALS 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 MCNEILL MCCLURE APT’S. 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom apartments, furnished or non-furnished. Clean & quiet. Hot water & cable included.
Call 250-956-3526, 250-230-0079. References a must. 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 SEAWIND ESTATES Port Hardy, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths $800/mo. Also 2 bedrooms $700/mo. Completely renovated townhouse in gated community. N/P, Ref. required. Call 250-949-9723.
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
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Thursday, July 7, 2011 RENTALS HOMES FOR RENT
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STOREY’S BEACH - oceanfront property for rent. Original pioneer home on Storey’s Beach. House located directly on Storey’s Beach. 3 bdrms, appliances, lawn care included. 1 1/2 bath. Rent plus utilities. Ref. req. Available furnished by arrangement. Avail August 1, 2011. For more information contact: patolczak@rogers.com.
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.
STORAGE
SPORTS & IMPORTS TOWNHOUSES PORT HARDY 3 bdrms, 1 1/2 baths, 5 appliances, garage, walking distance to all facilities. Some furniture. Owner downsizing. Southern exposure, 5 min to beach. Must see, appt only. 250-949-6076. $130,000.
WANTED TO RENT WANTED TO rent 3 bedroom furnished house in Port Hardy area. Call 506-226-1411.
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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 HOUSE for Rent - 3 lrg bdrms, 2 baths, 2 car grg, Stories Beach, incl sattelite pkg, Lrg bsmnt for storage, ref.s, $1100 250-902-8850 Port Hardy
OKANAGAN’S Largest Used Car Super Store. Always open online at: w w w. b c m o t o r p r o d u c t s. c o m 250-545-2206 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
LAKEFRONT Properties, For Sale 20 minutes from Qualicum www.hornelake.bc.ca
MARINE BOATS 1999 BAYLINER 19 foot Capri Runabout and Trailer $11,775 Excellent condition 4 cyl 3.0 litre MerCruiser in/outboard. Canopy, open front seating, lifejackets, lights, full cover, fishfinder, bumpers, AMFMCD, new water pump, low hours, galvanized Escort trailer with new tires. Reliable ski or fishing boat-ready for fun this summer! 250 743 9882. BARGE: WOOD Camp 131’LX38’4.5”WX9’8.5” D. c/w: Atco trailer complex mounted on barge deck, 20 rooms, kitchen, pantry, dining room, head, shower facilities, laundry, small repair shop, twin Cummins 60Kw diesel gensets. Survey available. Location: Zeballos. $95,000. For more details, 250-703-3551.
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INSTANT AUTO Credit. Buying a used car is hard enough without having to worry about financing! Get approved for your car loan in minutes: www.NanaimoCars.com WANT A Vehicle but stressed about your credit? Last week 23 out of 27 applications approved! We fund your future not your past. Any Credit. Receive a $500 Gift Card. 1-888593-6095.
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
CITY LIVING in a Westcoast setting! Beautiful rentals available now in Wesbrook Village at UBC. Studios, 2-bedrooms and Townhouses. Call 604-228-2025 today, or e-mail DiscoverWesbrook@ ubcproperties.com. www.DiscoverWesbrook.ca/bcy
TRANSPORTATION
Apt/Condo for Rent fill Central location, 3rd floor, Port Hardy: 3 bdrms, 1/5 baths, clean suite with many upgrades. Includes heat & hot water. Building has zero tolerance for crime. N/P, N/S, available August 1, 2011 $700/mo. Call 250-664-7439 or lisahagar74@yahoo.ca
smile... of the week. Amelia Green of Port McNeill, 14 months, didn’t let a little rain spoil her fun at the TriPort Music Festival. J.R. Rardon photo
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registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers valid to August 31, 2011. Limited timeoffers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the BC GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. GMCL, Ally Credit or TD Financing Services may modify, extend or terminate this offer in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See Chevrolet dealer for details. x$8,000 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on 2011 GMC Sierra Ext 2WD (tax exclusive) for retail customers only. Other cash credits available on most models. See your GM dealer for details. ††Variable rate financing for 84 months on 2011 Sierra Ext on approved credit. Bi-Weekly payment and variable rate shown based on current TD Finance prime rate and is subject to fluctuation; actual payment amounts will vary with rate fluctuations. Example: $10,000 at 3% for 84 months, the monthly payment is $132. Cost of borrowing is $1,099, total obligation is $11,099. Down payment and/or trade may be required. Monthly payments and cost of borrowing will also vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Biweekly payments based on a purchase prices of $23,252 with $2,299 down on Sierra, equipped as described. ¥Offer available to retail customers in Canada between June 6, 2011 and August 31, 2011. Applies to new 2011 and 2012 GM vehicles, excluding Chevrolet Volt, Sonic, Orlando, Express and GMC Savana at participating dealers in Canada. Employee price includes freight, excludes license, insurance, registration, fees associated with filing at movable property registry/PPSA fees, duties, marketing fees and taxes. Dealer may sell for less. Limited quantities of 2011 models available. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details. WBased on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide ratings. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. IThe Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license. *†2010 GMC Sierra with the 5.3L engine and 6 speed transmission and competitive fuel consumption ratings based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Excludes hybrids and other GM models. ¥¥Dependability based on longevity, as sourced from R. L. Polk Canada, Inc.; Canadian Vehicle in Operation registrations as of July 1, 2009 (Model Years 1988 to 2008) and Total New Vehicle Registrations for the full-size light-duty pickup truck segment, including chassis cabs. Based on % of vehicles remaining in operation, weighted on age of vehicle **Offer applies to new 2011 MY Silverado/Sierra Heavy Duty Models delivered between June 6, 2011 and August 31, 2011 at participating dealers in Canada. Dealer order or trade may be required. This offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See your GM dealer for details.
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ber that wildfires can start in an instant,” said Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson. Compliance and enforcement officers, conservation officers and recreation officers will be on patrol ensuring people are following campfire safety regulations. Campfires cannot be larger than .5 metres in height and .5 metres in diameter.
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Call E.J. Klassen Motorcade at 250-949-7442, or visit us at 9045 Granville Street, Port Hardy. [License #7983]
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