March 10, 2011 by North Island Gazette

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Shops rise from ashes Ken Manning Gazette staff PORT HARDY – Four businesses that were damaged by the Jan. 31 fire at the corner of Market and Gray streets have risen from the ashes and are ensconced in new digs. All four are thankful to family, friends, and the public for their support and patience as they got back into business. The Bread Shed Since the fire, baker Kelly Smyth has moved his business to Providence Place on the corner of Granville and Rupert. He had only been in business for a few months when the fire put him out on the street. He said it had been a struggle just to get that first shop going and he was thrilled when they finally opened the doors. He still gets emotional when he talks about all the people that helped him open the old shop on a shoestring budget. Now, he is just as thankful for all the help he has received to get his new bakery and diner up and running at Providence Place, where he serves breakfast and lunch and sells loaves of his home-baked bread. Speaking about all the people who have helped and supported him, he said, “It’s typical Port Hardy. The folks at Captain Hardy’s, Jeremy

Sweet victory The bantam Eagles rep team celebrated winning the island championship this year after defeating the Victoria Hawks Saturday at Chilton Arena. The win qualifies the Eagles to compete at the provincials later this month. Above, team captain Curtis McCarrick waves the championship banner during a victory lap following the game. Right, a large crowd of enthusiastic fans cheered as the Eagles scored the first of 10 goals. Full story and more photos on page 15. Teresa Bird photos

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Taking care of local business COMMUNITY HELPS BUSINESSES GET BACK TO BUSINESS AFTER FIRE from page 1 and Lata Sandeman, have been super supportive. “It’s another miracle,” said Smyth. “I have a full kitchen here with two big ovens. Business is picking up. I’m going to have to hire help.” Hunter’s Barber Shop Chris Hunter was in the business of cutting hair for nearly eight years at the old place. That barber shop had been in continuous operation at that location for more than 30 years. But he is still easy to find, just across the street from the old location and already doing a brisk business. “You know what they say,” said Hunter, “people resist change. Still, compared to people in town who have real problems, like serious health problems, the fire was just a series of inconveniences for me. “The best part of being in a small town - people came up to me and said, ‘what do you need Chris, to get back up and running?’ We did it all with a handshake. Now all the papers are signed, but back then, I had people doing everything for me, insurance, cable, hydro, landlord, everything.” Taking time out to tell a joke, Hunter said,

“to be a successful barber you only need two of the three Cs. The three Cs are quality (cwality), convenience, and conversation. I’m convenient and I like to chat,” he said with a smile. “Life is going to happen to you no matter what,” said Hunter. “Ninety per cent of it is how you react to life.” Customer Ray Clair was getting his hair cut during the interview. Hunter says, four generations of the Clair family have their hair cut at his shop. Grier and Co. Lawyers Paul Grier relocated his law office to the top end of Market Street next to the old OK Tire building. Grier said he lost expensive equipment such as the photocopier and all the office furniture, but the paper files and his computer were saved. He thanked the Port Hardy fire department for getting the computer out safely. Grier said that the paper files are going through restoration. “They are cleaning the soot off and hopefully they will get some of the smell out of them,” he said. The positives that Grier draws from among the ashes are that none of the important documents were

destroyed and that his new location is on the ground floor giving clients a level entry. “I’ve already had a couple of people say, ‘Good, I don’t have to wallk up those stairs any more’.” Port Hardy Wine Christine Robitaille loves her new location on the east side of Market Street across from the bus depot. She thinks the public will agree. The shop is lighter and brighter than her previous shop. Robitaille has just received the new liquor license that she had been waiting on for three weeks. Having been in business for just six months before the fire, she kept the doors open but without a license she has been unable to sell any services or kits. “It’s a small town,” said Robitaille. “My customers have been very understanding. I’m happy to be back in business and looking forward to seeing everyone and thanking them in person for their help and patience.” Robitaille said she was overwhelmed by the support of customers and friends who, seeing her need, responded instantly to help her move more than 1,000 gallons of her customers’ wine

Christine Robitaille of Port Hardy Wine with just a few of her customers’ carboys full of wine that were spared damage in the fire. Ken Manning photo before it chilled and in the burned out buildkilled the yeast nec- ing had already moved essary to converting her business out of the sugar to alcohol. building and begun “Friends, customers, operations from home and family all helped to before the fire. get us set up in the new Gooding continues place,” said Robitaille. to sell Mars Toys and rent toys for parties Mars Toys from her home in Port Marlene Gooding Hardy. She invites cuswhose Mars Toys busi- tomers to call her at ness is a fifth storefront 250-949-0685.

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to all those who helped me get back up and running, my loyal clients, friends & local businesses. I couldn’t have done it without you. — Chris Hunter

We would like to thank the community, customers & friends for all your support, understanding & patience. A special thanks to all the volunteer firefighters. All your support is greatly appreciated. Kelly Smyth of The Bread Shed poses in his new kitchen. Ken Manning photo

Chris Hunter of Hunter’s Barber Shop gives Ray Clair a trim. Ken Manning photo

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Blow down With a windstorm blowing branches into the parking lot, Eagle View Elementary administrators, George Markides and Frank MacLean decided to keep students in school over the lunch hour Mar. 2. This tree fell into the school grounds at 12:25 p.m. The winds also downed trees and power lines leaving parts of the North Island without power for several hours and in Sointula, overnight. Ken Manning photo

Record-breaking weather Teresa Bird Gazette staff The last week of February was one of the snowiest and coldest in 50 years. All that snow and cold set at least two new records on the North Island. According to preliminary Environment Canada data, 12.8 cm

of snow fell at Port Hardy airport Feb. 27. That’s just a little more than the record snowfall back in 1955 at 12.7 cm. And on Feb. 25, the mercury dipped to -8.1C on the North Island, breaking a previous record of -7.2C set back in 1957. All told about 27

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enough to be measured for four of those days. The norm for snow on the ground is two days. For more information on historical and current weather data on the North Island, see the Environment Canada website at www.climate.weatheroffice.gc.ca/.

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The Canadian Brandowner Residual Stewardship Corporation (CBRSC), on behalf of the Canadian Toy Association and its members, have developed a Stewardship Plan outlining how the brandowners intend to collect unwanted electronic toys from the public and ensure that they are properly recycled and not sent to landﬁll. Go to www.cbrsc.ca to review the draft. Public meetings to accept comments will be held in: } Prince George: Coast Inn of the North Wednesday, March 9, 1 to 4pm } Kelowna: Ramada North Kelowna, Friday, March 11, 1 to 4pm } Surrey: Sheraton Guildford Tuesday, March 15, 1 to 4pm } Victoria: Sheraton Four Points Langford Thursday, March 17, 1 to 4pm Webinar will be held on Wednesday, March 23. Pre-registration is requested through www.cbrsc.ca or (604) 831-7203. Comments on the draft plan for Electronic Toys are welcome until the close of business April 25, 2011.

Local salmon farmer awarded top honour Port Hardy resident, Kelly Osborne, has been rewarded for his hard work and dedication to North Island communities during the 12th Annual BC Aquaculture Awards gala held last week in Campbell River. Osborne, a Production Manager at Marine Harvest Canada (MHC), was presented with the Outstanding Manager Performance Award. Nominations were held on-line for 4 weeks and resulted in hundreds Kelly Osborne (left) being presented the of well deserved candidates in Outstanding Manager Performance Award from seven separate categories. The award sponsor Wade Kaskiw at AKVA Group Outstanding Manager Award saw North America. twenty-one potential recipients of which three finalists were selected. Final nominees were selected by quality, then quantity of nominations. In his 24th year working as a salmon farmer in BC, Osborne is now manager of several farms in the waters East of Port McNeill. One nomination highlighted Osborne’s strong commitment to ensuring the local community benefits from his farming operations. “He has worked very hard to ensure staff and contractors are recruited from local communities such as Alert Bay and Port McNeill, as well as helping foster new relationships by organizing several First Nation elders tours to visit his salmon farms,” one nomination stated. “The Regional District of Mount Waddington is very pleased to see Marine Harvest focus on training and hiring local community members and it’s very nice to see employees like Kelly be rewarded for that commitment and effort,” commented Al Huddlestan, RDMW Chair. Marine Harvest Canada was well represented in the other categories as well with runner ups in the Environment and Leadership categories. Runner up for the Environment Award was MHC’s Environmental Sustainability Manager, Sharon DeDominicis. Runner up for the Leadership Award was Jason Swartz, Site Manager at Hardwicke Island farm site. The event is organized by Aquaculture Awareness, a grassroots group of industry suppliers and workers with a simple goal - to increase the awareness of BC’s aquaculture industries. “I was really surprised to receive the award, because there are so many people in this business who are very deserving,” said Osborne upon receiving the award, “But I’m really honoured and the fact that it was my peers who recommended me makes it that much more special.”

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Hit and run damages Hardy pickup truck Gazette staff On Feb. 16 at 3 p.m. the owner of a blue truck went into Overwaitea in Port Hardy. When she came out she found a large dent on

the passenger side of the box of her 1995 Chevrolet truck, B.C. license number CD0 031. No witnesses have come forward and the owner

has no idea who hit her. Damage indicates that the suspect vehicle is either a van or truck. Police encourage anyone that has any informa-

tion with respect to this crime to please call CRIME STOPPERS at 1-800-222TIPS (8477) or text in your information anonymous-

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Congratulations to all of the nominees! You have been recognized and honoured for your outstanding efforts and accomplishments by members of the community. Business of the Year: Marine Harvest, Keltic Seafood’s, Dunlop’s Home Hardware, Quarterdeck Inn, Overwaitea, Peoples Drug Mart, Providence Place and Hardy Buoys Small Business of the Year: JM’s Welding, Supreme Convenience, Graphic West, North Island Improvements, Market St. Café, Town Taxi, Café Guido, Malones Oceanside Bistro, Toudai Sushi, First Choice Fitness, West Coast Community Craft Shop, Captain’s Hardy and The Cove. New Business of the Year: The Bread Shed, Escape Bistro & Gallery, Tom’s Kitchen and Fireside Grill Volunteer of the Year Tracey Sutton, Elaine Spencer, Jackie Hildering,

Donna Gault, Stella Wozniak, Nils Nelson, PH Fire Department, Judy Ling, John Labatt, John Tidbury, Dean Hunchuk, Roberta Peabody, Lions Club, Pat Prestwich and Sharon Lyon. Don Cruickshank Community Spirit Award: PH Rotary Club, NI Concert Society, Bev Parnham, Lions Club, Filomi Days Society, Harvest Food Bank, Donna Gault, Bill Milligan, Rui Veloso and Mike McCulley Customer Service Award Debbie & Shaen Malone, Monks ladies, Natasha Home Hardware, Cheryl Pico – Overwaitea, Tracey Sutton – Providence Place, People’s Employees, Kari Watkins – Visitor Centre, Pam Shea – Quarterdeck Inn, Laura & Nicole – Scotia Bank, Michelle Tovsigo – Scotia Bank, Rob Tucker – Budget Car & Truck Rental and Lorna Thackrey – Peoples Drug Mart

Chamber Spirit Award Rainer Krawietz, James Emerson, John Tidbury and Sandra Boyd Senior of the Year: Ruth Botel, Andy Shurben, Stan McLennan and Roberta Peabody Youth of the Year: TBA Heritage Award: TBA Submissions to Chamber Update If you are celebrating an anniversary or would like to submit to the Chamber Update, members can submit by faxing or e-mailing to the Port Hardy & District Chamber of Commerce at 250949-6653 or at phcc@ cablerocket.com. Proudly Serving our Community For more information on the Chamber or to inquire about joining, us call 250-949-7622 or visit our website: www.ph-chamber.bc.ca

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Proposed fare increases spark furor Ken Manning Gazette staff Like a dock line mooring a boat, each B.C. ferry route ties islands large and small to each other and to mainland British Columbia. A recent statement by David Hahn, CEO of B.C. Ferries threaten to sever those important links for many island dwellers, particularly those on the smaller routes and northern routes, who can barely afford fares at current levels, say opponents. MLA Claire Trevena says the notion of doubling fares is, “terrifying. It really is terrifying. It’s going to hurt all our communities in the North Island. It’s going to have a huge impact on tourism with the ferry that runs from Port Hardy up the coast. It’s going to have an impact on the people of Sointula, Alert Bay and Port

McNeill. And it’s going to have and impact on everyone because so much of our produce comes from the Lower Mainland by ferry. I think it is extremely short-sighted to say the least and it’s going to make it very hard for people to continue to make life work on the islands.” The main impact on fares on North Island routes is the government’s contribution, say the Ferry Advisory Committee Chairs (FACC). “Only the provincial government can substantially reduce projected fares,” said the FACC, in an email to the Gazette. Provincial support for the ferry system has been pegged at $92 million for the past eight years, they say. “Like bridges, our coastal ferry service is an essential asset to

four years beginning in 2012. Consumers could see the current $560 oneway regular fare for a car plus driver travelling from Port Hardy to Prince Rupert more than double to $1,367. The $31.85 regular return fare for the same unit on the Port McNeill - Alert Bay Sointula route would The regular fare for a car and driver travelling from Port Hardy to balloon to $77.76. That Prince Rupert could more than double over the next four years route has already seen from $560 to $1,367. Ken Manning photo a 68 per cent increase all British Columbians nities is a significant prohibits profits from since 2003. Christy Clark, durto function in their economic engine in the the major routes being ing the run up to being day to day lives,” local economies,” said used to subsidize nonelected leader of the said Steven Waugh, Waugh. major routes. chair of the North and The FACC point to Hahn, faced with B.C. Liberal Party Mid-coast FAC, in an an incongruous regu- a projected $20 mil- and premier said in a email response to the lation governing B.C. lion loss next year, story reported in the Gazette. Ferries Corporation. appearing on a Shaw Gulf Islands Driftwood “The impact of Namely, the major TV program suggested that she would require increased ferry fares to routes and non-major that in the absence of Hahn to cover the fare North Island commu- route groups are treat- increased government increases by finding nities will undoubtedly ed as separate entities. subsidies ferry fares on savings within the ferry be negative. Whether The major routes make northern routes could corporation. The FACC said, tourist related, provi- a profit and are not be increased by 25 “Coastal communities sion driven or com- subsidized. Non-major per cent per year for muter traffic, ferry use routes need subsidies in all coastal commu- to exist. Legislation

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This open-house style event will be held on Saturday, March 12th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre. Vancouver Aquarium educators will be on-hand with interactive and educational displays of British Columbia’s invertebrates, ﬁsh, sharks and marine mammals. A 200-litre mobile touch table will be on-site which will let you get up-close and personal with cold-water marine invertebrates and ﬁsh. Don’t miss out on the props, activities and interactive games that will help make this educational experience fun for the whole family!

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COMMENTARY Comments? Box 458, Port Hardy, B.C. V0N 2P0 250-949-6225 Fax 250-949-7655 or email us at editor@northislandgazette.com

Burned, but not cooked Local businesses are vital to our communities and when a fire wipes out four of them in just a few hours, it is tough to recover. But not so on the North Island. There was no time wasted on fire sales or self pity. Within days, even hours, some of the four businesses were up and running again in new locations. And that is a testament to local customers who realize the value of local stores and services. The people who lent a helping hand are also the people who shop locally, who support local business people and the local economy. These folks rolled up their sleeves and helped business owners reclaim what they could from the ashes and get set up elsewhere. And some businesses are now in better locations than they were before, revitalized by a fresh start. Had these businesses been lost, the community would have lost too. And special kudos must go to the volunteer firefighters who made every effort to retrieve important equipment and documents, particularly from lawyer Paul Grier’s office, saving an enormous amount of time, money and aggravation for residents of the community. Seldom is a fire in the community a good news story. With help from the community, fate has turned to good fortune for four businesses who have had the opportunity to re-open for business.

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Ferry fares could rise on the North Coast and Tri-Islands routes unless changes are made to how BC Ferries is subsidized.

Time to enrich the poverty debate VICTORIA – A couple of readers responded indignantly to this column’s recent reference to the NDP “trumpeting distorted statistics” about child poverty. I was referring to the annual ritual that goes on here at the legislature, where an activist coalition named First Call issues its report that damns B.C. for the worst child poverty in Canada. The NDP pounds away for days, crying “shame” and demanding the Liberals eliminate child poverty. The “distorted statistics” I referred to are in a regular survey by Statistics Canada called the Low Income Cutoff, or LICO. This survey uses an arbitrary line, currently around $44,000 a year for a family of four, beneath which people are deemed to have “low income.” StatsCan points out in every LICO report that it is a relative measure and not a poverty line, but the activists ignore that.

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West VancouverCapilano B.C. Liberal MLA Ralph Sultan, a former bank economist, has taken this issue on. In November he published a math-heavy discussion paper called Child Poverty in West Vancouver: Fact or Fiction? When I spoke to Sultan last week, he said the weakness of LICO is easy to demonstrate. For one thing, StatsCan uses the same income level across Canada, without regard to the huge variations in cost

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of housing or other factors. The LICO ignores provincial services such as dental care for social assistance clients, because it’s not income. Sultan estimates that about 10 per cent of the B.C. budget is now spent on low-income supports. Not surprisingly, Sultan found that low income correlates mainly with single mothers, immigrants and aboriginal people on reserves. Another surprise is that aboriginal people do just as well as other people once they are off reserve, despite the relatively low educational achievement we hear so much about. Sultan cites a recent book by Harvard historian Niall Ferguson called Civilization: The West and the Rest. Ferguson identifies six ingredients in what he calls “the secret sauce of Western civilization” and its economic success. They are competition, modern science, the rule

of law and private property rights, modern medicine, the consumer society and the work ethic. Sultan says that list explains the difference between conditions on and off B.C. reserves. Helping single mothers get back to the workforce is his “personal cause at the moment,” and he says the new full-day kindergarten is a big step in the right direction. Readers who demand evidence that disputes the First Call finding might start with Sultan’s discussion paper. It’s posted on his website at www.ralphsultanmla.ca under “special studies.” It ends with a quote from another noted social activist named Jesus Christ: “The poor shall always be with us.” No one has proven him wrong in the past 2,000 years. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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LETTERS editor@northislandgazette.com

Two crisis lines serve North Island Dear editor, I am writing in response to your article published recently in the North Island Gazette under the heading, North Island Crisis Line funding restored. As you are aware, the Vancouver Island Health Authority, following a Request for Proposals process, consolidated the Island’s six crisis lines in March 2010. The Central

Vancouver Island Crisis Society (CVICS), which is accredited under the American Association of Suicidology, was the successful proponent. We have been very pleased with the services the CVICS has been providing Island wide. VIHA’s goal through consolidation of the six crisis lines was to reduce costs and increase effi-

ciency, while also enhancing service. Over the past two years, VIHA has reinvested $336,000 in funding for Mental Health and Addiction Services (MHAS) in Mount Waddington communities. A full-time social worker and a full-time rehabilitation worker are now working with VIHA’s Mount Waddington MHAS team. VIHA has also expanded

the part-time outreach nurse position to full-time. This reinvestment was, in part, a result of costsavings achieved through consolidation of the crisis lines. I would like to assure your readers that staff with the centralized line have, and will continue to make every effort to engage with Mount Waddington residents and local agen-

Thanks Dear editor, My brother and I would like to thank all those at Marine Harvest that donated their time and money to help me get to my father’s funeral in Bella Bella. It is comforting to know that in a time of crisis my Marine Harvest family was able to come together and help me wholeheartedly. This help was much appreciated. I would also like to thank the George family in Port Hardy for all their love and support, Harriet, and the Yates funeral home. Once again thank you for all your love and support. Hazel George Glenn Humchitt Jr. Port Hardy

cies. At the same time, we recognize that some local community members and agencies may have a deeper understanding of their local communities and needs. In recognition of this, VIHA will be entering into a new contract and funding arrangement with the North Island Crisis Line to provide services and crisis work. The Island wide crisis

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Dear editor, On Monday afternoon, Feb. 28/11, two vehicles stopped to help us between Woss and Sayward when we fishtailed off the road. Thank you to the tall man who had a towing strap and a shovel and who was the first one to help but his vehicle wasn’t big enough to tow us out. Then a second vehicle that stopped was a large one ton pickup truck with four wheel drive. Two kind Chinese men pulled us out but we didn’t get their names. Thank you very much to these three who very kindly stopped to help us. Our prayers are with you and God bless you. Please phone us at 250-248-5493. Thank you

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HST trial period proving critics wrong Dear editor, The provincial government is holding a referendum on the HST in September 2011, although Christy Clark has indicated she would prefer an earlier vote in June. Research conducted for the provincial HST Information Office indicates that many British Columbians are unclear about what the HST applies to and how the tax will benefit BC’s economy – and their own interests – in the long run. For example, some people think we are paying HST on food staples. But this isn’t true. Taxes on basic groceries haven’t changed – they weren’t taxed under the previous system and they aren’t taxed now. In fact, many people may not realize that the taxes on most of the goods they purchase haven’t

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changed. We paid a combined tax of 12 percent on everything from dish soap and DVDs to clothing and major appliances, and we still pay that under the HST. The only difference is that the HST appears alone on our receipts. Luckily, information about how the HST has affected British Columbians since its July 1, 2010, implementation date is beginning to roll in. Jonathan Kesselman, Canada Research Chair in Public Finance at Simon Fraser University, published a paper in February 2011 that analyses available data on the HST and presents a figure that should reassure many: the HST resulted in just a 0.6 of one percent increase in overall consumer prices in BC. As Professor Kesselman calculates, that translates to about one additional dollar for every $165

spent by the average consumer. Statistics like that should help British Columbians decide how to vote in the HST Referendum. But more support is coming. We’ve also got an independent panel – government appointed, but made up of non-partisan experts – working now to analyse and identify all the pros and cons of keeping the HST or returning to the old PST/GST system, including what the financial implications are for unwinding the HST. Most British Columbians want these facts. As British Columbians, we all benefit when BC’s economy is strong and growing. It’s not an exaggeration to call this referendum one of the most important choices that British Columbians of this generation can make, so we better make the right

one. Non-government economists who have already weighed into the HST debate have projected that the HST could generate up to $14 billion in new investments and well over 100,000 jobs in B.C. over the next 10 years. No other single decision that we can make can touch those figures for B.C. But, make no mistake: this decision will also affect all of us personally and individually. Professor Kesselman’s paper is available at the Business Council of B.C. website, www.bcbc.com. The independent panel’s report will be publicly available in April. If you haven’t made up your own mind about the HST, take time to consider all the facts. Paul Landry President & CEO BC Trucking Assoc.

line will remain in service, including in Mount Waddington communities, further enhancing services for residents by giving individuals in need access to two crisis lines, both of which will provide quality service to individuals in crisis. Allison Cutler, Executive Director Population and Community Health

Bill must not die Dear editor, Where is the legislation? The government of the day, through the Minister of Veterans Affairs has made several announcements and promises on Bills C-55 (New Veterans Charter), which has received first reading in the House of Commons but has not progressed to the Committee level. Similar announcements and promises have been made on Bill-480 by the Minister of Finance (Removal of GST from poppies and wreath purchases) for which no legislation has yet been tabled. As your readers know, the tabling and passage of these bills with Royal Assent will not be possible should the government decide to call an election. The Royal Canadian Legion has written to both ministers on the matters of legislative procedure and has received assurances that these matters are being looked into. These bills, however, may die on the order paper if an election is called and leave Canada’s disabled veterans, their families and The Royal Canadian Legion without the legislation they all need. The Royal Canadian Legion writes this letter because we care. Patricia Varga Dominion President Royal Canadian Legion

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March 11 In partnership with Small Business BC, Community Futures is offering a video conference seminar titled “Understanding Financial Statements” #14 - 311 Hemlock, Port McNeill. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Seating is limited so please register at 250-956-2220. More information at www.smallbusinessbc.ca. March 12 B.C. Hydro AquaVan visits The Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre in Port Hardy from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 8400 Byng Road. The AquaVan delivers award-winning aquatic programs featuring live animals, props, and activ-

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ities throughout the province. These programs inspire students to discover the connections between animals, environments and themselves. March 12 Business Awards Social Gala, Port Hardy Chamber of Commerce. Full costume Pirate party. Silent auction. 6:30 p.m. at the Civic Centre. Tickets are $35 available by calling 250-949-7622 or drop by the chamber office on Market St. March 13 Dinner and a Movie (a pre-release movie) at PH Baptist Church. Two showings: 3:30 pm and 6:00 pm. $3 per person. FMI www.porthardybaptistchurch.ca March 16 Market Safe Course. How to safely produce, package, preserve, distribute and sell local foods. Black Bear Resort, Port McNeill from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. No cost. Lunch served. RSVP to Reena Preece by email: reena. preece@viha.ca or call 250-902-6071 March 17 In partnership with Small Business BC, Community Futures is offering a video conference seminar titled “Branding - More than a Logo” #14 - 311 Hemlock, Port McNeill. 1 p.m to 4 p.m. Seating is limited so please register at 250-956-2220. More information at www. smallbusinessbc.ca. March 19 The Hardy Bay Seniors will be holding their annual

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Principal Kaleb Child, at Fort Rupert Elementary serves up ice-cream to some of his students. Child is a member of the Kwakiutl of Fort Rupert. Ken Manning photo

Schools need more aboriginal staff Ken Manning Gazette staff Thirty-three per cent of the school district’s students are aboriginal, but only four per cent of the employees are aboriginal, Superintendent of Schools Kathy Bedard told school trustees during their regular meeting Feb. 14. “There are many, many reasons why there should be aboriginal employees in the district,” said Bedard. “They are role models and the people of B.C. need to get a better understanding of this important group in our society.” Seeking the board’s direction on how to proceed with Letter of Understanding No. 6 that is part of the

collective agreement between the board and B.C. Teachers’ Federation the superintendent said that the letter, “...outlines the process that the board needs to follow should they decide to apply for exemption from the BC Human Rights Tribunal so we can put on our job advertisements, our postings, that we support and fund equity with respect to having aboriginal employees in our district either for teachers only or for teachers, support staff, and administrators district wide. The reason is that we have so many aboriginal students in the district and we do not have a representative group of aboriginal employees.” The superintendent

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2045 and the North Island Administrators Association (NIAA). Trustee Werner Manke would like to see the superintendent include all three employee groups. “This is going to be a long road and this may

slow it down more, but I find it difficult to separate out one group. I’d really like to see us do all the groups,” said Manke. Trustee Ann Hory said she supported Manke’s suggestion saying she didn’t want the board’s approach to be in “dribs and drabs.” Jeff Field, trustee for Port Hardy said, “As the superintendent says, the employee groups have to agree to this process so we will take if from there once we know what all our employee groups would like.” A motion instructing the superintendent to initiate discussions with all three employee groups received unanimous approval.

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Waste tranfer construction A block structure was completed in January and a 40-yard container delivered to the newly established Winter Harbour waste transfer station, Operations Manager Patrick Donaghy reported to the board. The first of two garbage trailers has also arrived. “I’m pleased to announce the transfer station is completed,” Wainwright said. “It’s a substantial beast. It looks like it should be well-suited to removing our community’s solid waste.”

General Board Meeting & Open House Wednesday, March 30, 2011 The Vancouver Island Health Authority Board of Directors is holding its regular General Board meeting: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at 10:30 am Parksville Community & Conference Centre 132 E. Jensen Avenue, Parksville, BC In addition to conducting its regular business, there will be a limited amount of time set-aside during the meeting for scheduled presentations from the public and to respond to questions from the floor, separate from the process of written questions described below. There will also be an opportunity to have questions addressed on an individual basis during the Open House. Presentation Guidelines: A written request is required to make a presentation to the Board. Requests should include the general nature and viewpoint of the presentation and groups/organizations must identify one individual as the spokesperson. Presentations will be limited to a maximum of 10 minutes.

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Harbour fees increased to cover power Teresa Bird Gazette staff PORT McNEILL – Visitors using the marina will pay a little more for electricity this

year. Harbour fees were increased after Harbour Manager Hiltje Ramsay submitted a report to Port McNeill Council.

“I have recently completed a review of the actual cost of the daily electrical service and compared it to what is recovered

in hydro charges. They are almost equal,” said Ramsay in her report. “In order to offset some of our maintenance and future electrical

infrastructure replacement, I propose that we increase the current day rates …” The increase would be felt mostly by tran-

sient summer pleasure boats, said Ramsay, and the fees are in line with those at other marinas. Most local users pay a monthly rate and would

not be affected. Council supported increasing 20-30 amp service one dollar and 50 amp service two dollars.

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Kids chronicle Kaouk

Ken Manning Gazette staff Students in Gail Henderson’s class at Sea View Elementary created a book titled Kaouk, the Trailer Park Sea Lion and dedicated it to the North Island’s Marine Detective, Jackie Hildering.

www.northislandgazette.com 11 The Grade 4/5/6 class wrote the book that blends the known facts of the case with their own theories on why the sea lion decided to take refuge in the trailer park. “The project would not have been possible without the help of Ardie Bazinet

who works at the school and has been a huge supporter of the project,” said Henderson. “We could not have done it without her.” Bazinet, who is also a councillor for the Village of Port Alice, arranged to have 50 copies of the book printed at no cost to the

students. The books sell for $10. A portion of the proceeds will go to support the Marine Mammal Rescue Centre that came to the aid of the young male sea lion. The remainder of the proceeds will go towards the students’ field trip to Victoria.

Port Alice residents wanting a copy of the book can come by the school and pick one up, said Henderson. People from other parts of the North Island can phone the school at 250-284-3315 to arrange to have a copy mailed to them.

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Massop Trio lets music do the talking A review by J.R. Rardon PORT HARDY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Once you filter out the neon glare of superstarsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; names on arena marquees and unplug the glossy marketing of hitmaking machinery, rock and roll comes down to the simple matter of making music. And thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just what the Theo Massop Trio delivered Saturday at Port Hardy Civic Centre in the fourth event on the North Island Concert Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2010-11 schedule. Massop, a Nanaimobased singer-songwriter, was joined by longtime collaborator Blaise Zhiam on bass and Pat Hetu on drums in an intimate performance stripped of gimickry and hi-tech hijinx. Massopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music has been described as roots, rock, country, Americana, folk, blues and various admixtures of those wide-ranging

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North Island Life

War Brides

Students from the PHSS Drama Club treated local audiences over the weekend to a performance of War Brides, a one-act play the club performed at the North Island Regional Drama Festival in Nanaimo. The play depicts the heartwrenching sorrow of the women in one family who lose their men to war. Besides performing the play for ajudication, the festival offers students workshops and the opportunity to meet other students interested in drama. Clockwise from above, Claire Jones comforts her pregnant daughter-in-law Hedwig (Leah Holmes) daughter Amelia (Kristen Walkus) after learning all of her sons have been killed. Jones peels potatoes to keep herself from thinking about her sons at war. Alex Howard (Hoffman) warns Hedwig to stop telling women not to marry soldiers. Jones says goodbye to her youngest son (Tiernan Case) as he heads off to Teresa Bird photos war.

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and live entertainment on the waterfront. For more information or to volunteer, see the Filomi Days 2010 Fa c e B o o k page or call Davida Hudson at West Coast Community Crafts at 250-9492650.

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on deck Tell us about items of interest to the sports community. Throughout March Youth soccer Port McNeill youth soccer registration, Mar. 7-28, Timberland Sports. Port Hardy soccer registration Mar. 10-25, Port Hardy Recreation Centre. (Details page 16) Today Hockey 32nd Annual Oscar Hickes Memorial Tournament, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Port Alice Arena. March 11 Hockey 32nd Annual Oscar Hickes Memorial Tournament, 4:30 p.m.-midnight, Port Alice Arena. March 12 Hockey 32nd Annual Oscar Hickes Memorial Tournament, Midnight to 10:30 p.m., Port Alice Arena. March 13 Hockey 32nd Annual Oscar Hickes Memorial Tournament, finals, 9 a.m.-4:15 p.m. March 18 Commercial hockey Warriors vs. Bulls, 9:15 p.m., Port Hardy. March 19 Skiing Annual Mount Cain Kidsfest, slalom, downhill, obstacle course and games, 9 a.m., Mount Cain Ski Area. Info, www. mountcain.com. Figure skating Annual Barbara Rasmussen Memorial Competition, 9 a.m.6:30 p.m., Chilton Regional Arena, Port McNeill.

Seventh man lifts Eagles J.R. Rardon Gazette staff PORT McNEILL — A large crowd of fans gathered at Chilton Arena Saturday with the intention of celebrating. The North Island Eagles bantam rep hockey team made sure they were not kept in suspense. Tyson Cadwallader scored a first-period hat trick and Curtis McCarrick duplicated the feat in the second as the Eagles romped to a 10-1 win over Victoria to clinch the Vancouver Island Hockey League Tier 3 championship. “When the guys came out of the tunnel they didn’t see the crowd,” coach Mike Bell said of his normally slowstarting team. “When they started doing their warmup laps they saw and went, ‘Holy cow!’ “We got the quick start we needed, and there was no looking back.” The bantams (23-11) swept the best-of-3 finals series against the Hawks to finish the Island playoffs with a 6-0 record. They now advance to the provincial championships Mar. 20-25 in Smithers. It will be the third straight provincials berth for the current group of second-year bantams — Cadwallader, McCarrick, Chad Bell, Coltton Slater, Riley Browne, Brandon Pelletier and Riley Mathieson. Defenseman Malcolm Browne, who missed the 2009 peewee provincials with a concus-

Player Proﬁle Number: 5 Position: Defence Hometown: Port McNeill Team: Brandon Pelletier Bantam

Eagles bantam Darryl Coon dives toward the puck after being hit from behind by Victoria's Mal Rokic during Saturday's Tier 3 playoff final at Chilton Regional Arena. J.R. Rardon photos Below, Curtis McCarrick beats Hawks goaltender Matt Rud.

sion, will be making his second straight trip. “I think the kids have gained a lot of confidence from (provincials),” Mike Bell said. “And knowing most of those teams going in this year — we’ve seen a lot of those teams —

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of Chad Bell, who assisted on five goals through the first two periods. Bell finally got his own goal at 5:29 of the third, and McCarrick wrapped up the scoring with an unassisted wrist shot from the slot with 12:13 left to play. The onslaught included even-strength, shorthanded and power-play goals, and Mathieson even got into the act with an assist when he caught Victoria on a shift change with a long clearing pass from his goal. Aside from a helper from McCarrick, the rest of the assists were spread among the team’s defensemen — Coltton Slater and Brandon Pelletier had two each and Nick Klein-Beekman, Malcolm Brown and Darryl Coon each had one assist. The Eagles will now turn to fund-raising to support the trip, including a bottle drive Saturday beginning at 10 a.m. at Island Foods in Port McNeill and a wood cut Saturday, if weather permits. To order wood in Port McNeill or Hyde Creek, call Sue at 250956-3472 or Lana at 250-956-4104. Supporters can also take part in 50/50 boards by contacting Lana in Port McNeill at 250956-4104 or Allison in Port Hardy at 250-9497119. Businesses and individuals may also contribute to the cause by mailing donations to PO Box 1554, Port McNeill, BC, V0N 2R0.

Player Proﬁle Number: 14 Position: Forward Hometown: Port Hardy Team: Matthew Cahill Bantam

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Late goal nets Bulls tie with Warriors Gazette staff PORT HARDY — Curtis Martyn broke free for a shorthanded goal with 3:12 to play Friday night, lifting the Port Hardy Bulls into a 5-5 tie with the Warriors in North Island Commercial Hockey League play at Don Cruickshank Memorial Arena. Shelby Cockell was in on all five goals for the Warriors (11-6-5), scoring a hat trick and adding two assists for the league-leaders. The Bulls (9-9-3) actually had the best of the early going, jumping to a 2-0 lead on first-period goals by Barney Wilson and Scott Williams. But Cole Morton and Cockell responded for the Warriors to force a 2-2 tie at intermission, and the Warriors jumped ahead 3-2 on Cockell’s unassisted tally in the opening minute of the second.

The Port Hardy Bulls' Scott Williams gets an elbow into the ribs of the Warriors' Trygg Carlson during their commercial league game Friday in Port Hardy. J.R. Rardon photo

The Warriors never trailed again, though the Bulls answered each time the host club scored to retake the lead. Martyn drew the Bulls even at 3-3 with his first goal, at 3:39

of the second period. Morton made it 4-3 for the Warriors three minutes later, but Richard Burgess needed less than a minute to find the net for the Bulls and knot the game at 4.

Cockell gave the Warriors their final lead off a Trygg Carlson assist at 7:58. Jason Saunders manned the goal for the Warriors, while Derek Le Boeuf was in net for

the Bulls for the first time since returning from a several-month stay overseas.

scored a hat trick, including two goals in a four-goal outburst that broke open a close game Saturday in Port Hardy. The Warriors led just 2-1 at intermission, but opened the second period with four unanswered scores to take control. Carlson added two goals, Chris Ranger found the net and Cockell had a goal to go with three assists. Saunders got the win in goal. Kurtis Grant scored both goals for the Ice Devils (11-8-2). The Devils would have leapfrogged the Warriors into the league lead with a victory. Devils 8, Islanders 3 No scoring informa-

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Extreme claim Midget A crown Gazette staff Port McNeill defenseman Samantha Dutcyvich and the rest of her North Island Extreme teammates are headed to the provincial hockey championships after rolling to the Female Midget A title in February. The Extreme blasted Kerry Park 10-1 in the first roundrobin game of the playoffs, then outlasted the South Island Breakers with three straight close wins — 3-2 in the round-robin, and 4-1 and 2-1 in a best-of-3 finals series — to claim the Female Midget A championship banner and a

berth at provincials. The provincial tournament will be held Mar. 20-25 in Invermere Valley. “We didn’t have a league to play in, so all year the coach and I scrambled to put together exhibition games,” said Kim Dutcyvich, manager for the Extreme program. “We’ve traveled to the States, been in an international tournament and a showcase in the States, played in a tournament in Cranbrook. “In the face of adversity like this, these girls were hugely successful.” The team is made up of

players from Port McNeill, Campbell River, Courtenay, Powell River, Port Alberni and Nanaimo, and played its “home” games in several arenas. When formed last fall, the squad expected to be slotted into a league with Tier 2 and 3 bantam teams, and did play exhibition games against several such teams on Vancouver Island. But the North Island Eagles bantams declined to face the Extreme in a non-hitting game, head coach Mike Bell saying it would be unfair to ask his team to dial back on

the style of play it was trained for. Coincidentally, the Eagles bantams also won their tier’s Island championship and will play in the provincial finals at the same time as the Extreme. The Extreme will get in one more exhibition game this weekend, against the Breakers, but will have to travel to Victoria to play it. “It’s been a challenging year,” Kim Dutcyvich said. “But it’s a great group of girls. They’ve handled it so well.”

ATHLETE of the Week NORTH ISLAND EAGLES BANTAMS

The rep hockey club, made up of players from Port Alice, Port Hardy and Port McNeill, claimed the Vancouver Island Tier 3 championship and earned a berth to the provincial championships with a 10-1 win over Victoria Saturday at Chilton Regional Arena.

Youth soccer registration begins Gazette staff Registration for the 2011 youth soccer season opened this week in both Port Hardy and Port McNeill, the two associations announced. Registration forms may be picked up and dropped off at Port Hardy Recreation Centre, during staffed hours, from today through Mar. 25. Cost is $55 for age groups U-6 through U-10 and $65 Tyler Roper and Cooper for divisional players U-12 McHady duel in last year's through U-18. A late fee will be assessed on registrations Port Hardy tournament.

submitted after Mar. 25. For more information, contact Sarah at 250-949-6687 or at 250-230-6687. In Port McNeill, registration began Monday and will continue through Mar. 28. Forms may be picked up and/ or dropped off at Timberland Sports. Cost is $60 for mini players (born 2001-2006) and $70 for divisional players (born 1993-2000), and includes one pair of soccer socks and an individual/team photo com-

bination. Discounts are available for families with three or more players, with the first two children at the full fee and additional (younger) children half-price. A $25 late fee will be assessed after Mar. 28, and players registered late cannot be guaranteed a spot on a team. Late registrants not rostered on a team will be placed on a wait list for potential roster openings. For more information, call Liza at 250-956-3306.

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Hickes tourney under way Gazette staff PORT ALICE — The field is set and the ice is ready as Port Alice hosts its annual homecoming/party/hockey tournament this week with the 32nd Annual Oscar Hickes Memorial at the arena. The tourney kicked off with a pair of games last night and will continue through Sunday’s finals. Sixteen teams will compete in Port Hardy skip Brad Zealand releases a shot during the A final Sunday in the Hugh Fraser Memorial Men's Open Bonspiel four divisions in the tournament, which commemorates the life of at Fort Rupert Curling Club. Below, Barry Evans barks orders to his sweepers after releasing a shot in the C final. J.R. Rardon photos the former Port Alice millworker and hockey standout. Two games will be played tonight beginning at 6:30 p.m., and the traditional marathon of hockey starts at 4:30 p.m. Friday was teamed with Karl J.R. Rardon and goes through 10:30 p.m. Wilson, Hank Bood and Gazette staff Saturday. Colin Hunko; May’s rink PORT HARDY — included Buck Briggs, One spectator watching Hockey Dave Odamura and Stu the annual Hugh Fraser Larson. Memorial Men’s Open Briefs In the C Final, Barry bonspiel Sunday called Evans built a big early curling a game of inches. The finals will begin Sunday lead, then hung on for a Local skip Brad Zealand at 9 a.m. and wrap up when the 7-5 win over Blair Dodd, learned the margins can be A division finalists square off at a visitor from Manitoba even smaller. 2:30 p.m. who skipped the rink of Bidding for a two-rock The tournament will feature Port Hardy curlers Dean pickup to force a tiebreakfull concession, multiple fundHunchuk, Mike McCulley ing extra end in the A final, raisers for Port Alice Minor and Dave Schmidt. Zealand sent his final takeHockey, North Island Secondary Evans, grouped with out attempt just a fraction School’s dry grad and others, fellow firefighters Luke wide and a shade heavy, and an adult beverage garden. Wiggins, Jason Ellington leaving his second stone and Earl Evans, made it just beyond the counter of to the C final by bestrival skip Ray Michell of ing Tasos Baroutis and his Courtenay. Port McNeill firefighting “It was close,” said crew in the C semifinals Michell, holding his thumb “We burned them,” Evans and forefinger about a Michell curled with joked of the match for fire centimetre apart. “Real lead Doug LaPointe, Jade hall bragging rights. close.” "It was just missed Jensen and John LaPointe. Gazette staff Michell’s 6-5 victory The Wayne Ellis rink, opportunities. It was a good The event drew 24 teams skipped by John Maday, Former Port McNeill skater and prevented a third straight game, though. Probably our from the North Island, won the D final 7-5 over current NHL pro Clayton Stoner victory by Zealand, who Campbell River and Port McNeill’s Mike will headline the Vancouver best game in three years." has become a fixture here Courtenay, and the quality Balcke, but secured Island Hockey School at Port with four trips to the A of competition was evi- the clinching point on McNeill’s Chilton Regional Brad Zealand final and three championdent in a finals round that ships in the last five years Maday’s final rock with Arena July 4-8. saw all four matches go The weeklong clinic for skaters at Fort Rupert Curling a shot every bit as close The turning point came a four-stone pickup, but his the full eight ends. The and goalies includes divisions for Club. “It was just missed in the fourth end. Zealand, rock rubbed an outlying B, C and D finals were as the one that decided ages 7-10, 11-13 and 14-16. Instruction includes both onopportunities,” said trailing 4-3, had four coun- guard and gave Michell a all won by rinks from the Zealand’s A final. local Fort Rupert Club. The Ellis rink was ice and hockey-specific dryland Zealand, who was teamed ters arranged in the house one-point steal. Doug McCorquodale rounded out by Mickey training from NHL, AHL and “We had our chances,” with lead Tim Renaud, before Michell found a brother Shaun Zealand as narrow lane through the said Smith, who curled snared the B final by Walker and Gary ECHL professionals, as well as a second and Andrew Smith guard to take out Zealand’s with Zealand when the crafting a 7-4 lead over Nicholson. Balcke, who goaltender video analysis. rink won A titles in 2007, Courtenay’s Rod May and faced Zealand in the 2010 Cost for the program is $395 as third. “It was a good shot rock. 2009 and 2010. “That forcing handshakes when A final, was joined by per player, and registration is With his hammer, game, though. Probably our best game in three Zealand had the same path four-point to one-point May ran out of stones in the Kevin Polkinghorn, Marlo available online at www.progreseighth end. McCorquodale Leblanc and Lee Mitchell. sivegoaltending.com. available for a takeout and swing was huge.” years.”

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INDEPENDENT REMOTE Fishing Lodge seeks F/T ďŹ shing guide for long term employment. Applicants must have minimum 3 yrs exp, SVOP, MEDA3 and ROC. Respond to: ďŹ rst-light@telus.net

FAIR REALTY has openings for agents on Vancouver Island. We offer 100 percent commission with monthly fees, starting from $50.00/mo. Contact Bob Wilson bob@fairrealty.com DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

DELIVER RV Trailers for Pay! Successful RV transport company seeking pickup owners to deliver RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s from US to Canada. Paying top rates! horizontransport.com/Canada DRIVERS/OWNER operators wanted. Truck contractors need drivers with log haul experience and clean driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract. Owner operators needed with 6, 7, 8 axle log trailers. Visit: www.alpac.ca or call 1-800-661-5210 ext. 8173 RTL-WESTCAN HAS openings for seasonal, rotational and full-time professional truck drivers to join our teams in various Western Canada locations. Minimum 2 years Class 1 experience. B-train experience/extended trailer length experience. Liquid or dry bulk product experience is an asset. Clean driving/criminal record. Pre-employment medical/substance testing. We offer: $1,400 weekly guarantee, Travel to/from employment location, Good operations bonus, returning bonus and more! Candidates for all positions apply online at www.westcanbulk.ca under the Join our Team section. Alternatively, e-mail careers@westcanbulk.ca or phone 1.888.WBT.HIRE for further details. Committed to the Principles of Employment Equity.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS 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

CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS Call 310.3535 LEGALS

CANADAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ONLY Harley Davidson Technician Training College also offers degree programs in Education, Music, Nursing, Science, Fine Arts and more. GPRC, Grande Prairie, Alberta. On campus residences, home town feeling, great instructors. 1-888539-4772; www.gprc.ab.ca. 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 LEARN FROM home, earn from home. CanScribe Career College offers online courses: Medical Transcription and Computers. Great work athome opportunities. Enrol today! 1-800-466-1535 www.canscribe.com info@canscribe.com LEARN SMALL engine repair. Hands-on training on ATVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, snowmobiles, personal watercraft. Excellent instructors and training aids. On-campus residences. Write apprenticeship exams. GPRC Fairview Campus. 1-888-999-7882; gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

HELP WANTED ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL Trainees Needed! Large & Small Firms Seeking CertiďŹ ed A&P Staff Now. No Experience? Need Training? Career Training & Job Placement Available. 1-888-424-9417 AUTOMOTIVE - Comox Valley Nissan, Courtenay is currently seeking an experienced Service Advisor and a Technician to join us immediately as we move into our new facility. If you are interested in joining us please email your resume jim@comoxvalleynissan.com BANNISTER GM requires Journeyman Automotive and Collision Technicians. Situated at the foothills of the Rockies, 1.5 hours to Edmonton or Jasper, Edson offers outdoor enthusiasts a great living opportunity. Signing bonuses, moving allowances and top pay for the right candidate. Contact dean@bannisteredson.com. CARETAKERS: LIVE-IN caretakers, couple preferred are required for the Hardy Bay Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Centre, Port Hardy. Starting date - April 4, 2011. For more information contact (250)-949-7107.

MISSED THE last economic boom? Be ready for the next one. Pre-employment Welder and Millwright programs at GPRC. 16 weeks and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll write the 1st year apprenticeship exam. On campus residences. Fall studies. 1-888999-7882; gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

MANAGER/BOOKKEEPER Part-time position for a nonproďŹ t Port Hardy Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Housing Society. Duties to start in March 2011. QualiďŹ cations: Knowledgeable with Simply Accounting Program, good computer skills & excellent communication skills. Duties Include: Collecting rent, working as liaison with tenants, general ofďŹ ce duties & supervising maintenance as required. Wages to be negotiated. Deadline for application to be received by March 15, 2011. Send resume to: Port Hardy Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Housing Box 126, Port Hardy, B.C. V0N 2P0. Or email bluecultus@yahoo.ca

NOT SURE what kind of trade is right for you? Trades investigation program. GPRC Fairview Campus. 7 weeks workplace skills, safety training. 12 week work practicum in trade of your choice. 1-888-9997882; gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

MECHANICS REQUIRED: Ag and light duty at Maple Creek, the Sask. banana belt. Catch the boom! Fax resume to Koncrete Construction Group: 306-662-2718. Email: info@koncrete constructiongroup.com

LEGALS

LEGAL, DENTAL, Oil and Gas OfďŹ ce Administration CertiďŹ cates. Go to your job interview with a specialization that will suit the employer. GPRC, Grande Prairie, Alberta. On campus residences, home town feeling, great instructors. 1-888-539-4772; www.gprc.ab.ca.

Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land File Number: 1413509 Take notice that Probyn Log Ltd. of New Westminster, BC, intends to make application to Ministry of Natural Resource Operations, North Island-Central Coast Resource District for a Log Handling and Storage permit situated on Provincial Crown land located at Wahkash Point in Knight Inlet. 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 April 11, 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. Please be sure to cite the Applicantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Bureauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s regional ofďŹ ce.

THE ALDERS Beach Resort is looking for an on-site manager for its 20 cottage rustic property in Merville. Responsibilities include maintenance of cottages, ďŹ nancial record keeping, marketing of off-season resort use, care-taking, etc. For the full job posting and job description, please visit www.aldersbeachresort.com

MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees Needed! Hospitals & Drâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Need Medical OfďŹ ce & Medical Admin staff! No Experience? Need Training? Local Career Training & Job Placement also Available! 1-888-778-0459

The Town of Port McNeill is seeking applications for the

2011 Summer Pool Supervisor Position

SHOP FOREMAN Lead hand required for heavy-duty truck and trailer repair shop. Journeyman and CVIP experience preferred. Send resume to 780-452-3499 or service@northwestspring.com

Further information and copies of the job description and qualiÂżcations can be obtained from the Town OfÂżce at 1775 Grenville Place, Port McNeill or on the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www. portmcneill.ca

HOMEMAKER NEEDED Port McNeill. Daily 7am - 9am for light housekeeping/ childcare. Call 250-956-2838

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. Friday March 18, 2011 at the Town OfÂżce.

EXPERIENCED DOG groomer wanted for a busy Parksville salon. Call 250-756-0285.

SMALL ADS, BIG DEALS! www.bcclassiďŹ ed.com

HELP WANTED

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE CONTRACTORS Are invited to bid on lawn and garden maintenance for our BC Hydro ofďŹ ce located on Byng Road, Port Hardy for upcoming 2011-2012 season. This tender closes on March 25th, 2011. All contractors must be registered with WorkSafe BC and carry Commercial Liability. Information and enquiries are available only at below contact: Sandra Huhn, Maintenance Coordinator Sandra.huhn@bchydro.com 250-755-4716

Handyman/ Maintenance Services Sointula Health Centre, Malcolm Island The Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) is looking to contract a handyman/maintenance service for the Sointula Health Centre. The services would be on an as needed basis as requested by the Sointula Nurse or the Rural Manager for Mount Waddington. s 4HE CONTRACTOR WILL PROVIDE ALL OF THE TOOLS REQUIRED TO PERFORM DUTIES s 6)(! WILL PURCHASE ALL SUPPLIES NEEDED s 4HE CONTRACTOR WILL PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING SERVICES ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS APPROXIMATELY n HOURS PER MONTH s #LEANING GUTTERS ONCE A YEAR s #LEARING BRUSH WEEDS FROM AROUND THE BUILDING s +EEPING PARKING STALLS AND SIDEWALKS CLEAR OF DERBIES s 3NOW AND ICE REMOVAL AS NEEDED s 0OWER WASHING SIDEWALKS STAIRS AND RAMP TWICE A YEAR s #LEANING EXTERIOR SIDE OF WINDOWS TWICE A YEAR s -INOR BUILDING REPAIRS MAINTENANCE s 0ERFORMING MAINTENANCE CHECKS ON ALL RETURNED EQUIPMENT )F YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PROVIDING THESE SERVICES PLEASE submit your resume to: !LISON -ITCHELL 3R -ANAGER 2URAL (EALTH -OUNT Waddington 0/ "OX 0ORT -C.EILL "# 6 . 2 &AX Email: Lesa.mollinga@viha.ca Closing Date: March 24, 2011, 4:00 pm, PST.

Please apply in writing to: Administrator, Town of Port McNeill Box 728, Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 or fax to 250-956-4300 or email to reception.portmcneill@telus.net

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

2011 Port McNeill Summer Employment Opportunity

Instructor, Health Care Assistant Posting #100164

Instructors, Practical Nursing Access Posting #s 100169-173 & 100166-168 Mount Waddington Regional Campus Please go to http://careers.nic.bc.ca for further criteria, required qualifications and information on how to apply to these postings.

Help Wanted The Town of Port McNeill Public Works Department is accepting applications for

Labourer/Operator The successful applicant must be qualiÂżed in the operation of single axle gravel truck with air brakes, front end loader and loader backhoe preferably with municipal experience. Also must be of good physical condition as the job entails extensive and physical outdoor work. A detailed job description may be picked up at the Town of Port McNeill ofÂżce or on the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.portmcneill.ca. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., Friday, March 18, 2011 at the Town ofÂżce. Please apply in writing, with rĂŠsumĂŠ, to: Administrator Town of Port McNeill Box 728, Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 or fax rĂŠsumĂŠ, with cover letter, to: 250-956-4300 or email to reception.portmcneill@telus.net

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Thursday, March 10, 2011 PERSONAL SERVICES

Stopping the Violence Counsellor Our progressive multi-services agency requires a Counsellor (20 hours per week for the Children Who Witness Abuse program and 13.5 hours per week for the Stopping the Violence program). The successful applicant will be knowledgeable about family violence and how it impacts children, youth and women. EfďŹ cient time, organizational and stress management skills in addition to excellent verbal and written communication are essential. It is critical that this person be able to demonstrate ethical thinking, respecting the diversity of our North Island community. A Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in counselling or related ďŹ eld or an appropriate combination of education and training will be considered. A valid Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License and own vehicle, as well as a successful completion of a criminal record check are required. As a member of our team you will receive an excellent beneďŹ ts package and work in a supportive, ďŹ&#x201A;exible environment. Resumes may be sent to: Program Manager North Island Crisis & Counselling Centre Society Box 2446, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 Fax: 250-949-8344 Email: reception@nicccs.org Deadline for applications is Tuesday, March 22, 2011

PERSONAL SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

HELP WANTED

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AUCTIONS

EARLY CHILD CARE EDUCATOR Beginning March 14, 2011 as full time temporary/possible permanent; 7 hours/day Mon. to Fri.; fax or bring your cover letter, resume & references to:

Outside Sales Rep. for ACR GROUP-Western Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leader in Rubber & Urethane Manufacturing. See website for details: www.acrgroup.ca/people

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RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT AUCTION - Sat., March 19, 11am. 455 - 2306 Hwy 6 Vernon. As new, only 8 months old. For complete list view photos at doddsauction.com 250-545-3259

Kwigwis Daycare: attention Betty-Jean Box 1440, Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0 99A Tsakis Way Phone/Fax: 250-949-9015 Job Summary â&#x20AC;˘Be a team player, implementing safe, developmentally and culturally appropriate activities â&#x20AC;˘Work with a positive attitude of respect and conďŹ dentiality â&#x20AC;˘Work within ECCE code of ethics, Provincial licensing regulations and Kwakiutl Band policies â&#x20AC;˘Flexible work schedule Job QualiďŹ cations â&#x20AC;˘Must be 19 years; ECCE certiďŹ cate; First aid certiďŹ cate â&#x20AC;˘Criminal record clearance;TB test; Immunization record â&#x20AC;˘Physicianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s note of good health; 2 personal references â&#x20AC;˘Good communications skills: written and oral

YOUR COMMUNITY, YOUR CLASSIFIEDS

Call 310.3535 HELP WANTED

Kwakiutl District Council Health

Call for Janitorial Services in Fort Rupert Community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Port Hardy The Kwakiutl District Council Health Centre in Fort Rupert/Port Hardy is looking for janitorial services; someone to maintain the cleaning of the Health Centre. Seasonal maintenance would consist of cleaning windows including window frames, maintaining landscaping including lawn mowing and weeding. Winter duties will include removal of ice and snow on sidewalks and entrances and salt as necessary. Janitorial Duties: Daily s 3WEEP DUST mOORS $AMP MOP AS NECESSARY s #LEAN ALL WASHROOMS AND KITCHEN FACILITIES WITH DISINFECTANT s 2ESTOCK WASHROOM SUPPLIES AS NECESSARY s %MPTY ALL GARBAGE RECEPTACLES CLEAN AND REPLACE GARBAGE LINERS s 7IPE DOWN DESKS COUNTERS AND TABLE TOPS s 3POT CLEAN ANY SOILED SURFACES s 2EMOVE LITTER FROM FACILITY AND THE SURROUNDING GROUNDS Weekly s #LEAN ALL mOOR COVERINGS WITH APPROPRIATE CLEANING SUBSTANCES s $UST AND DAMP WIPE ALL THE CHAIRS TABLES FURNISHINGS AND EQUIPMENT USED BY THE PUBLIC s $UST OFlCE FURNISHINGS s 6ACUUM CARPETS AND RUGS s $ISINFECT THE TELEPHONES Monthly s 6ACUUM ALL UPHOLSTERED FURNITURE s )NSPECT AND WASH AS REQUIRED ALL INTERIOR AND RECEPTION AREA WINDOWS s 7ASH MECHANICAL ROOM mOOR AND WIPE DOWN ALL MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT s -AINTAIN PROTECTIVE lNISH ON mOORING AS PRE MANUFACTURES DIRECTIONS Seasonal s #LEAN ALL OUTSIDE WINDOWS AND WINDOW FRAMES s -AINTAIN LANDSCAPING INCLUDING LAWN MOWING ON AS NEED BASIS s #LEAN ALL SNOW AND ICE FROM ALL OF THE SIDEWALKS AND ENTRANCES SALT AS NECESSARY Minor Repair Activities s 2EPORT ANY DAMAGES CAUSED BY ACCIDENTS OR VANDALISM TO THE RECEPTIONIST ON discovery. Other s -AINTAIN JANITOR ROOM s -AINTAIN CLEANING SUPPLIES AND INFORM RECEPTIONIST TO REORDER WHEN SUPPLIES ARE low. s 4HE +$# (EALTH PROVIDES THE BASIC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT SUCH AS 7INDEX CLEANER DISINFECTANT PAPER TOWELS TOILET PAPER SOAP GARBAGE BAGS mop, pail, air freshener, etc. ! CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PERSONS PROVIDING SERVICE UNDER THE Kwakiutl District Council Health. 0LEASE SUBMIT YOUR LETTER OF APPLICATION BY FAX MAIL TO THE ATTENTION Phyllis Jorgensen, Health Director Kwakiutl District Council Health ! $RAKE 2OAD #AMPBELL 2IVER " # 6 7 + &AX %MAIL ADMIN KDCHEALTH COM 4HE DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS Friday March 11, 2011

TRADES, TECHNICAL AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SHOP in Qualicum Beach requires a licence automotive mechanic with good diagnostic skills and work ethic. Competitive wage Fax resumes to 1250-752-3057.

IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that simple. Your credit / age / income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

LEGAL SERVICES Dial-A-Law offers general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1-800565-5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org audio avail.

CERTIFIED HEAD MARINE MECHANIC. Shuswap Lake. Great work environment! Start $25/hr+ Accommodation avail. Please contact 250.675.2250 gareth@shuswapmarina.com

LAWYER REFERRAL Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604687-3221 (Lower Mainland) or 1-800-663-1919 (Outside LM).

JOURNEYMAN MAZAK CNC MACHINIST Live, Work and Play in the Sunny Shuswap. Mazak exp. is an asset ( Mills and Lathes).

Competitive Wages & Full BeneďŹ ts Package. Fax: (1) 250-832-8950 Apply on-line at: www.accessprecision.com

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HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Namgis Community Services

Amlilas Programs Supervisor POSITION SUMMARY: To develop and implement child care services for parents and their children 1 to 6 years of age and to support the healthy development of children in the community. To work in the Head Start Program to implement an enrichment program for children 0 to 6 years of age. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: s -AINTAIN RECORDS AND REPORTS FOR (EAD 3TART 0ARENTS 4OTS 0ROGRAM AND THE Amlilas Daycare. s 0LAN IMPLEMENT LEARNING ACTIVITIES s $EVELOP OPPORTUNITIES FOR QUALITY EDUCATION FOR YOUNG CHILDREN IN PREPARATION for entrance into the school system. s 0ROVIDE SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE TO STAFF MEMBERS s 0ERFORM OTHER RELATED DUTIES BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE FAMILY THE PROGRAM AND the community. s %NSURE THE SIX COMPONENTS OF !BORIGINAL (EAD 3TART ARE IMPLEMENTED s 7ORK WITH PARENTS TO ENCOURAGE THEIR CHILDREN S DEVELOPMENT BY MODELING PARENTING SKILLS ASSESSING THE INDIVIDUAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN AND MAKING referrals to other services when necessary; develop a support network for PARENTS BY COORDINATING WITH OTHER RELEVANT COMMUNITY SERVICES PROVIDE INFORMATION TO PARENTS ABOUT EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT NUTRITION AND CHILD care issues. s 0ROVIDE DAILY ON THE mOOR HANDS ON SUPERVISION AND SCHEDULING OF STAFF s 0REPARE AND MANAGE THE ANNUAL BUDGET AND MANAGE CAPITAL ASSETS s $EVELOP POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR THE DAILY OPERATION OF THE (EAD 3TART AND Amlilas Daycare. s %NSURE THE OPERATIONS OF THE DAYCARE ARE IN COMPLIANCE WITH 0ROVINCIAL ,ICENSING REQUIREMENTS s !TTEND @.AMGIS #OMMUNITY 3ERVICES STAFF MEETINGS s !TTEND WORKSHOPS AND PARTICIPATE IN TRAINING RELATED TO CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND child care. s 0ROVIDE A SAFE STIMULATING AND NURTURING ENVIRONMENT FOR CHILDREN EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS: s 6ALID %ARLY #HILDHOOD %DUCATOR #ERTIlCATE OR $IPLOMA s 6ALID &IRST !ID #ERTIlCATE s -UST PROVIDE A CLEAR CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK WITHIN MONTHS s -INIMUM YEAR SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE IN A CHILD CARE SETTING s -INIMUM YEARS EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF YEARS IN a child care setting s &AMILIARITY WORKING WITHIN A &IRST .ATIONS ORGANIZATION s $EMONSTRATED COMMUNICATION SKILLS BOTH WRITTEN AND ORAL s +NOWLEDGE OF LOCAL SUPPORT SERVICEST s 3TRONG UNDERSTANDING OF HOW !BORIGINAL CULTURE AND HISTORY AFFECTS PARENTING and families SALARY RANGE: $22.56 to 26.94 per hour HOURS: HOURS PER WEEK -ONDAY TO &RIDAY TO CLOSING DATE: -ARCH PM 0LEASE SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO THE ATTENTION OF 7ENDY 7HITE %XECUTIVE $IRECTOR OF @.AMGIS #OMMUNITY 3ERVICES "OX !LERT "AY "# 6 . ! &AX %MAIL WENDYW NAMGIS BC CA Only those selected for an interview will be contacted

BUILDING SUPPLIES SAWMILLS - Band/Chainsaw - Cut lumber any dimension, anytime. Build anything from furniture to homes. In stock ready to ship. From $4190. NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-661-7747 Ext:400OT.

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MEDICAL SUPPLIES ATTENTION DIABETICS with Medicare. Get a FREE Talking Meter and diabetic supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, this meter eliminates painful ďŹ nger pricking! Call 888-449-1321. CANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! 1-866-981-5991.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 100% GUARANTEED Omaha Steaks - SAVE 64% on the Family Value Collection. NOW ONLY $49.99 Plus 3 FREE GIFTS & right-to-thedoor delivery in a reusable cooler. ORDER Today. 1-888702-4489 mention code 45069SVD or www.Omaha Steaks.com/family23 A FREE telephone service Get your ďŹ rst month free. Bad credit, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sweat it. No deposits. No credit checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines today Toll-Free 1-866-884-7464. DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No one refused! Low monthly rate! Calling features and unlimited long distance available. Call Phone Factory today! 1-877-336-2274 www.phonefactory.ca DISCOVER HOW To Get FREE Unlimited Cell Phone Service, & HUGE Residual ProďŹ ts! Get complete details by watching our FREE informational VIDEO online .... www.PhoneGoldRush.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com INVENTORY CLEARANCE! New quality prefab home packages 50% off! 1030sf, SacriďŹ ce only $13,975!! Originally $27,950 (other sizes) Factory direct! Hundreds shipped! Spring/Summer delivery. 1-800-871-7089. STEEL BUILDING sale. Specials from $4 to $11/sq.ft. Great pricing on absolutely every model, width and length. Example: 30x40x14 now $7995. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers 1-800-668-5422 STEEL BUILDINGS priced to clear - Holding 2010 steel prices on many models/sizes. Ask about free delivery call for quick sale quote and free brochure 1-800-668-5111 ext 170

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED WILL PAY CASH: looking for 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; or 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; good, used aluminum welded or riveted skiffs. Call Cliff 250-949-1988.

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RENTALS

ACREAGE

APARTMENT/CONDO

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

OWN 20 Acres $129/mo. $13,900 Near Growing El Paso, Texas (safest city in America!) Low down, no credit checks, owner ﬁnancing. Free Map/Pictures. 1-866-2547755. www.sunsetranches.com

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

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

KINGCOME MANOR

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

OWN 20 acres only $129/mo. $295/down near El Paso, Texas (safest city in America!) Money back guarantee, no credit checks, owner ﬁnancing, Free map/pictures 1-800-3439444 www.20acreranches.com

FOR SALE BY OWNER PORT HARDY Investors Alert! 160 acres located above ferry terminal. Raw land waiting for your development ideas or great holding property. Priced to sell! Call Gary for more details. Cell 250-230-7968.

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!

Call: 1-250-616-9053

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

TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING $0 DOWN & we make your ﬁrst payment at auto credit fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1877-792-0599. DLN 30309. www.autocreditfast.ca.

PORT HARDY 3 bdrms, 1 bath duplex. Byng Rd. Hardwood ﬂoors, washer & dryer. Fenced yard. Pets considered. $800/mo. Call 250-949-6068.

Port McNeill Available March 1 Brand new Duplex 4 Bdrms. Close to all amenities. $1250/mo. No Smoking, Credit check required. 250-956-2388

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

Phone Rick 250-956-4555

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

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

PORT MCNEILL MCCLURE APT’S. 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom apartments, furnished or non-furnished. Clean & quiet. Hot water & cable included. Call 250-956-3526 References a must.

CARS

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

1991 MERCURY Topaz $1000. Only 154k! Runs good, new mufﬂer, 4 cyl, good on gas. Auto, no rust, no dents. Call 250-230-6500 anytime! 1993 ACURA Legend. Good condition, needs rubber. $1500 ﬁrm. Ph. 250-902-0966.

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LOTS BIG BEAUTIFUL Arizona land $99/mo. $0 down, $0 interest, Golf course, Nat’l parks. 1 hour from Tucson Int’l Airport Guaranteed ﬁnancing, no credit checks. Pre-recorded msg. 800-631-8164 code 4057 www.sunsiteslandrush.com

HANDYMAN SPECIAL $139,000 ✸Easy Terms✸ Owner Financing! Fixer-Upper Rancher on 50x100 lot. LOW DOWN, SELLER WILL CARRY FOR 1 YEAR! 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 800sq ft, bsmt, garage+ shed. 1650 19th Avenue, Campbell River, BC MLS# 309500. www.wesellhomesbc.com

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MORTGAGES

PORT MCNEILL Walking distance to all amenities. Spacious studio apt. $400/mo. inclusive. Call 250-956-2355. 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

MODULAR HOMES

MOTORCYCLES

COAL HARBOUR: Ocean view, spacious 3 bdrm $500/mo. Call (250)830-7123

SHARED ACCOMMODATION GREATER PORT Hardy area. Available immed, 1 extra lrg bdrm in a newer, spacious shared home, awesome view, furnished, very quiet, across the street from beach. $350/mo + 1/3 utils. 250-9499970 Marie (phone anytime).

STORAGE Self Storage

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MARINE BOATS 12’ ALUMINUM boat w/ 15 hp Evinrude (older model, runs well), oars and fuel tank. $500 obo. Call Marc @ 250 949 8928

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TOWNHOUSES PORT HARDY: Central, like new, in gated comm., 3 bdrm, $800. Avail. Immed. (604)4183626 email trojan12@shaw.ca

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of the week. Janet Cesaretti and Nicole Handley of Port Hardy lent their support at the men’s curling bonspiel Sunday. J.R. Rardon photo

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