GAZETTE NORTH ISLAND
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46th Year No. 09 THURS., MARCH 1, 2012
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PAGE 11 Port McNeill figure skating club holds its biannual ice carnival under the big top.
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Big Event a smokin’ success, says TV star What was your favourite part of The Big Community Event?
Kristi Walsh: “ That the whole community came out to support Hardy Buoys.”
Brittany Hogan: “There was music, good food and I got to meet Arlene Dickinson.”
Sergio Salas: “I got to meet Clifton Murray.”
Doug Johnson: “The pizza judging.”
CBC star Arlene Dickinson moments after arriving for the Big Community Event that Carol Dirom (r) organized for the new CBC show, the Big Decision. Sandy Grenier photo struggling, but established of non-alcoholic drinks of split the $5,000 prize. Both Mike D’Amour Canadian businesses to offer all types were given free teams donated the money to Gazette staff Port Hardy—In what was advice and maybe even cash to thirsty members of the local charities. The food bank also did arguably the biggest spec- to invest — if certain criteria crowd. In fact, all the food — well and received more than tacle on the North Island are met. In Carol’s case, she worked which included platter after 500-lbs of non-perishable during the past 50 years, the Big Community Event went with Arlene Dickinson and platter of candied, smoked food and $200 donated by off in grand fashion and was tasked organizing and salmon, salmon burgers, folks at the event. The event was vital in hosting a community event pizza and even some Asian without a hitch. determining whether Hardy “I was blown away by that would draw attention to food — was free. As was the entertainment Buoys gets a rejuvenating the turnout — I was over- the North Island. Based on that alone, Hardy that included two local jump start from Dickinson, whelmed by it,” said Carol Dirom, who, with husband Buoys would seem to be a bands, a First Nations’ dance who kept mum on what her display, face-painting and decision will be. Bruce, owns Hardy Buoys shoo-in to win. “I’m still mulling it over “I can’t really say what an appearance by Clifton Smoked Fish Inc. to be honest with you and It’s estimated more than happened,” Carol told the Murray. More than 22 teams I’m not going to play my 2,000 people showed at the Gazette Tuesday. “We don’t have all the entered the Big Flavour Face hand right here,” she said, Port Hardy Civic Centre to take part in the event, which details yet, but it was posi- Off, which saw that number moments before hopping was all part of the CBC show, tive (and) let’s just say Hardy whittled to eight for the final into a car to leave the Civic the Big Decision, that could Buoys will be around for a cook-off, which was won Centre.“But I can tell you by two teams, Tasty Tam’s I’m very appreciative of the save the distressed Hardy while yet.” So will memories of the Pizza, and the Executives — things they did do.” Buoys. Dickinson had high praise The Big Decision uses Big Event where more than a team of ladies sporting stars from its hit show, The 2,000 hot dogs were given Dickinson’s red locks with for the Diroms as well. Bruce and Carol are highly Dragons’ Den, to work with away. As well, thousands the shock of white — which
professional, highly motivated, highly ethical business people and I have appreciated the efforts they made — they’ve done a lot of the things I asked them to do,” she said. “Now I have just have to take closer look at some of the numbers and take a closer look at what the future looks like so I can make my decision.” At the end of the day Sunday, Dickinson said she was blown away by what Carol and the North Island pulled off. “This is an amazing community and you should be proud to live here,” she said. “I have travelled far and wide and have been all around the world and I have never seen the spirit I’ve seen right here in Port Hardy.” But Carol said she wasn’t surprised by the turnout. “There was never a doubt in my mind, I envisioned exactly what I’m seeing right now,” she said from the stage, overlooking the crowd. “There’s never a doubt in my mind that we as a community can do anything when we put our minds to it,” she said. “So, let’s not stop today, keep the momentum going — we’re not the only business on the North Island that has its share of struggles and if we can all help our friends and neighbours we can accomplish a lot.” The Big Decision begins airing in March, and the Hardy Buoys segment airs April 2 and there are plans to put it on the big screen at the Civic Centre. More on that in an upcoming Gazette as details become available. More pics on page 13.
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Producers of CBC’s Dragon’s Den listen to a pitch Thursday at Port Hardy’s Quarterdeck Inn and (right) Jon Korhonen, of Port Hardy, explained his idea of how to keep hockey ice cold and hard in southern and warmer climates. Mike D’Amour photos
Trial by fire at auditions Mike D’Amour Gazette staff They came, they saw, they pitched. Their ideas, that is, to the producers of the popular CBC television show, the Dragon’s Den. Only four people showed at the Quarterdeck Inn Thursday to pitch their ideas that could, somewhere down the road, earn them a spot on the Den to flog their ideas and products on camera. If the entrepreneurs get that chance, they will also have the opportunity to convince one or more of five millionaires, known as the Dragons, to invest their own money in the product or service. “We’re looking for ideas that are great for television and for
investment,” said Jeff Power, a CBC program assistant, and one of three people who judged the auditions. The entrepreneurs had about five minutes to pitch their products, and the judges’ committee offered advice on how to pitch to the Dragons, should they get the chance. First up was Linda Olsvik who was pitching Zipelos, unique, large oval-shaped zipper pulls that depict action and adventure activities. Olsvik told the judges she’s selling them at the local airport and other vendors, but noticed a market she didn’t initially anticipate. “I originally thought they’d be great for the five- to 25-year-old market,” she said. “But it looks like the age is a lot broader, I’m finding seniors
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like the big pulls.” Next up was Port Hardy’s own Jon Korhonen, who had an idea to help southern arenas keep their ice cold with a series of air tubes that blow onto the surface. Kelley Geisler wowed the panel with her chocolate bark, sold on the North Island as Kelley’s Chocolates. “They are the finest chocolates in all the land,” she told the judges. There was a last, late, presenter from Campbell River, but it’s unknown what product was pitched. “We had some really good auditions,” said Power. Now the people who pitched must wait until sometime later this month to see if they will move on to pitch their products in Toronto’s CBC studios.
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MLA says North Island forgotten in budget tion of using that kind of taxation to meet the real revenue Mike D’Amour needs of the province.” Gazette staff Falcon also announced a new seniors’ home renovation tax The Liberal government’s budget completely ignores the Mount Waddington district, said the North Island’s NDP credit offers up to $1,000 for upgrades and modifications that allow seniors to remain in their homes. MLA. B.C. Federation of Labour president Jim Sinclair blasted the “It ignored health care, forestry and education — there is really nothing there for the North Island,” Claire Trevena told housing bonus, which he said goes mainly to wealthy people the Gazette about last week’s budget that restricted spending who can afford new homes, while government services for increases and kept its small business income tax alive to meet seniors, forestry and other needs can’t keep up. “Right now we have the smallest public sector in the counits balanced budget target before the 2013 election. “On the 100th anniversary of the BC Forestry Service, and try, so obviously we’re struggling to meet those services,” in the wake of devastating reports on our forest health, it was Sinclair said. “The message of this budget is, if you’re the one per cent, disappointing to see no commitment to one of our most basic we’re going to take care of you, we’re going to make sure resources,” she said. “The fact that our new hospital did not make it into the you’re well off. And by the way, if you want to buy your seccapital budget list for health care shows that the government ond vacation home in Whistler, we’re going to give you a tax doesn’t see the needs for our communities — then to add deduction for that up to 10 grand.” But it’s not so much what the budget contains that’s madinsult to injury, there’s going to be a fire sale of our public assets, whether those are school buildings, parking lots or dening, said Trevena, it’s what’s not in the budget that frustrates her. crown land. It’s like selling the family silver.” “There are cuts to the forest service and absolutely no comFinance Minister Kevin Falcon presented his first budget North Island MlA Claire Trevena said budget is Tuesday, with a deficit of $969 million for the fiscal year start- mitment to seniors’ care,” she said. “Our seniors are like seniors everywhere, they want to spend “disappointing.” ing April 1, as B.C. pays to end the harmonized sales tax. His three-year plan predicts a $154 million surplus in 2013- more time in their own homes and not have their kids have to Gazette file photo mortgage those homes to look after them.” 14 and $250 million surplus the following year. Trevena said it’s “terrifying” the province To do that, the budget aims to hold government spending North Island Community Forest Ltd Partnership growth down to two per cent for three years, with most of it isn’t looking after the rural communities, OPEN HOUSE going to health and education. That leaves most other minis- especially when it comes to health care. February 4, 2012 “What we’re seeing is the MSP going tries with little or no increase for inflation, a restriction that is 1pm – 4pm at the Port Hardy District Office expected to reduce overall B.C. government staff from about up where it will cost a family $732 more a year,” she said. 27,000 this year to 25,000 by 2014-15. The Directors and Shareholders of the North Island Community Forest will be hosting an Open House for all community members to come and learn what has been going on over the past year When it comes down to it, Trevena said Falcon also reversed course on business taxes. in your Community Forest! The government has been promising for years that it would it appears the Liberal government has choPlease come out and discuss the North Island Community Forest with us. We will have displays eliminate the small business income tax this spring, after low- sen it appears the Liberal government has to view, information to review and food and beverages to snack on. ering it to the current 2.5 per cent. Now it will continue at 2.5 chosen to ignore the working people and This is also a chance for all to review and comment on any proposed operations within the the poor. per cent until B.C.’s financial picture improves. North Island Community Forest. “They spend millions advertising to tell That means the Liberal budget is more about political posiThe Open House will take place at the Port Hardy District Council Chambers located at 7360 tioning than managing the province’s books, said NDP finance people how good they’re doing, yet (the Columbia, Port Hardy, next to the Civic Centre from 1pm to 4pm on February 4th, 2012. If you critic Bruce Ralston, who called Falcon’s target of two per budget) has left people without hope.” are unable to attend this open house and wish to discuss the Community Forest with one of the Directors, please email info@nicf.ca to make an appointment. —with files from Tom Fletcher cent spending growth for three years “unrealistic.” Feel free to also write us a letter or send us information via: “When he was trying to win the HST campaign, North Island Community Forest LP he proposed an increase in general corporate taxation I wish to inform my patients that I Box 668 Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0 from 10 to 12 per cent,” Ralston said after Tuesday’s will be suspending my practice in Email: info@nicf.ca budget speech. Port Hardy as of March 1, 2012. “So when it’s politically advantageous, that prospect “A country of drawers of water and sewers is dangled, but I don’t think they have any real intenI sincerely apologize for the
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Stories of loneliness, fear, dominate hearing J.R. Rardon Gazette staff FORT RUPERT—More than two dozen former Indian Residential School students took steps toward healing while leaving a historic record for succeeding generations this week when the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada arrived on North Vancouver Island. The commission took both public and private testimony Monday and Tuesday at the Kwakiutl Band gymnasium, as cameras and voice recorders catalogued the grief, anger and demands for justice from the participants. “This is the beginning of your healing,” said Wata (Christina Joseph), who testified along with her daughter, residential school survivor Laura Joseph. “Some of us have never spoken of this before, to anybody. We are looking for some place to heal, and I hope the government doesn’t close the door on us.” The commission was formed in 2009 with a five-year mandate that will result in a final report of conclusions and recommendations in 2014. Through 2010 and 2011, it hosted a series of national events before launching into a tour of local hearings. Coincidentally, this week’s hearings in Fort Rupert came just three days after the commission released its interim report, a damning publication that described the residential schools as an assault on Aboriginal children, families and culture
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which included a list of 20 recommendations focussed heavily on both school and public education and on funding of mental health and wellness and early childhood education programs for survivors. Testimony from survivors across the country will be catalogued and archived for a historical record and may well be used by future scholars and educational programs in Canada’s schools. “This testimony is most useful when you have Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people together, wondering what this malaise is rooted in,” said Bobby Joe Joseph, who facilitated this week’s event. “Because it’s not in our genes. It’s rooted in mistreatment, abuse and pain spread over an entire generation of time.” Echoing the conclusions of the commission’s interim report, testimony gathered Wata (Christina Joseph) gestures with her fists Monday while testifying this week indicates the harmful effects of alongside daughter Laura Joseph at the Truth and Reconciliation hearings in the residential schools did not end when Fort Rupert. the students became adults or returned to J.R. Rardon photo their homes and families. the history of the residential school protestimony. One speaker after another spoke of conBut many speakers clearly retained anger gram, understand the trauma inflicted upon temporary issues with alcohol and sub- at the government and called for aid in its former students, and learn to recognize stance abuse and children removed to care, healing. and appreciate the basic humanity of their indicating the schools’ effects continue to “We’ve never had a place to go in our fellow citizens, regardless of cultural backimpact succeeding generations. area (for counselling),” said Wata. “And ground. “The details may vary from location when they send someone to us, that person “I guess I want something better for my to location,” said Commissioner Marie was never in residential school and don’t children, better than what I have,” said Wilson, who oversaw this week’s event. know what it was like. I think that’s very Nancy Wamiss of Quatsino. “But the broad themes are similar across important.” “And I hope that one the country, of separated families, of loneday we will all wake [more-online But there was also hope. liness, fear and humiliation.” Some speaker spoke of their dreams that up to see that, for our Grief and tears overspilled much of the one day all people of Canada would know kids. Gilakasla.” northislandgazette.com
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We would like to extend our many thanks to all the Ladies that attended the DIAMOND DINNER, held at Seven Hills Golf Course on Feb. 18, 2012. This event would not have been successful without you. Special thanks to Craig Murray and the Charlton Highland Dancers for the evening’s entertainment We would also like to thank all the businesses and vendors who donated their time and items for the prize pool. Andrew Hory, Sculptor Genie Alley, Artist Malones, Port Hardy The Sporty, Port Hardy Macandale’s, Port Hardy Port Hardy Bulldozing People’s Drugs, Port McNeill Roadranger Freight, Port McNeill Jockey Ladies Wear Sassy Shears, Port McNeill Christine Guindon, Avon Linda Wheeler, Tupperware Carmel Furney
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Hardy Buoys would like to thank everyone and the North Island for their generous support in making Sunday a great success. Vice Admiral Hardy (Dale Dorward) Epcor Clayton Stoner Willie Mitchell Tides & Tales Charters Telegraph Cove Resort Codfather Charters Port Hardy Bulldozing (Paul Tupper) Merrille Tognela-Coast Realty Pacific Coastal Airlines EJ Klassen Motorcade Keltic Seafoods K&K Electric Quarterdeck Inn Resort Great Bear Nature Tours Rotary Club of Port Hardy Overwaitea The Hobby Nook Port Hardy Lions Club North Island Transportation Cape Scott Wind Farm (Borea Construction) Marine Harvest
Serengetti Charters Jennifer Greenhorn Kwakuitl First Nations North Island Gazette The Port 1240 Radio Fox’s Disposal District of Port Hardy Port Hardy Chamber of Commerce Keta Cable The Hardy Buoys crew Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre Kelley’s Chocolates Jam Shack Araknids Nimmo Bay Resort West Coast Helicopters Port Hardy RCMP Port Hardy Fire Dept. BC Ferries Triport Renovations Flashpoint Custom Goldsmith Dr. Wong Busy B’s Distributing Westons
A big thank you to all the residents of the North Island. Your generous donations & support are truly appreciated. —Bruce and Carol Dirom & The Hardy Buoys Crew
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Special thanks to Sandra Boyd, Master of Ceremonies, Kurt Flesher, John Tidbury, the real hero behind the scenes. Cathie Poje and Debbie Huddlestan for making Arlene and CBC feel welcome and getting the entire town together by having businesses display signs on their windows. Sorry and thank you to anyone who we may have missed.
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Partners renew Aboriginal education pact J.R. Rardon Gazette staff FORT RUPERT— Hundreds of North Island students looked on Friday as Minister of Education George Abbott and local First Nations leaders and educators renewed a historic pact during a ceremony in the Kwakiutl Big House. The second Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreement will run through the 2016-17 school year. Signatories hope it will continue the successes of the initial agreement, which saw the six-year completion rate for Aboriginal students in public schools increase by 12 per cent. “These agreements have proven to be a powerful tool in support of Aboriginal students, and I applaud the school district and local First Nations for their success at improving Aboriginal student achievement,� said Abbott. “I am confident that this historic agreement will continue to strengthen the bond between First Nations and the Province of B.C. as we work together to support our students.� With a fire blazing at the centre of the floor, the minister and guests were treated to songs, dancing and greetings from First Nations leaders. The ceremony ended with a luncheon feast for the students who traveled from many North Island schools. “I believe the second Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreement marks a
the past decade. According to information provided by the Ministry of Education, B.C. has invested $63 million, or more than $1,100 per student, for Aboriginal education in public school for the current school year. Funds are used to
support Aboriginal language and culture programs, support service programs and other localized Aboriginal education programs. “Our community’s first agreement was in 2005 and was a major success,� said Leighton Wishart, who signed as
chair of SD85’s Board of Trustees. “We are thrilled to welcome this second agreement and are excited to build on past successes to ensure that our Aboriginal students feel supported and welcome in our schools.�
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Charles Willie, representing Sacred Wolf Friendship Centre, smiles as he signs the Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreement Friday in the Kwakiutl Big House. J.R. Rardon photo
greater commitment by First Nations and the school district to further our collective responsibilities to students and families,â€? said Kaleb Child, District principal for First Nations programs, initiatives and assessment. “And to build stronger relationships together in supporting and nurturing individual student success and achievement.â€? The agreement mandates four specific goals for Aboriginal education in public schools: • All Aboriginal students will experience a sense of belonging and respect through the recognition and honouring of their culture, history and values; • All partners will work towards increasing the level of aca-
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demic success for each Aboriginal student; • All students will experience Aboriginal content in all subject areas and at all grade levels; and • All partners will work together to foster success for Aboriginal students through relationship building and partnerships with parents, families and communities. Following the signing ceremony, Aboriginal students presented SD85 superintendent Scott Benwell with a large, framed poster signifying the agreement, which he held aloft to cheers as everyone was invited to the floor to dance. Other
participants were given smaller versions of the poster. The hosts had hoped to deliver Abbott to the Big House in a traditional canoe, but a storm bearing high winds and heavy, cold rain scrapped that plan. The agreement signing also took place under the shadow of an ongoing job action by British Columbia’s teachers, with Abbott scheduled to return to his office to direct drafting of legislation to end the standoff between the BCTF and the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association. Friday’s ceremony, though, focused on the partnership between the province and aboriginal communities in the education arena over
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Oh, buoy! Well, local business owners Bruce and Carol Dirom held up their end of the bargain. And North Island residents certainly held up theirs. Now it’s time to see what we can do with that momentum now that the lights, cameras and celebrities have rolled out of town. The Diroms, tasked by the CBC’s new reality show, The Big Decision, to put on a community event, certainly impressed show host Arlene Dickinson with Sunday’s extravaganza at the Civic Centre. A crowd of more than 2,000 — most from Port Hardy, but bolstered by attendance from other area communities — turned out for the free food, music, prize draws and, in all likelihood, a chance to get a snippet of face time onscreen when the show airs in April. But underlying the made-for-TV event is the harsh reality of a small business straddling the margin of viability in a small market. And the majority of North Island businesses, struggling or otherwise, are not in line for an infusion of sustaining funds from outside the area. It remains up to local residents to support their local businesses to keep them strong and to strengthen the communities they live in. By all means, let’s thank the Big Decision sponsor Domino’s Pizza for its contribution of $5,000 to local causes and its pallet of ingredients to Harvest Food Bank. But locals also donated, contributing $220 and more than 500 pounds of food. That’s the kind of support the North Island needs when the cameras are not rolling.
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Clifton Murray and Arlene Dickinson were absolutely superb with their fans and stopped to chat and sign many autographs.
We hope the teachers can soon strike a deal with the tight-fisted province to avoid a strike in a scenario where no one wins.
Taxing times for B.C. government Here’s a look at the main budget points and the arguments around them. The setting for Finance Minister Kevin Falcon’s first budget is what he dreaded when Premier Christy Clark handed him the job. Recovery is painfully slow, with mining and petroleum growing and forest products struggling to hold and build on gains made in Asia. This and the $3 billion dismantling of the HST moved Falcon to limit overall spending growth to an average of two per cent for the next three years. That means little or no increase to all areas except health care, education and social assistance. Despite holding the line on public service pay and not replacing 2,000 positions over the next three years, Clark and Falcon had to postpone the elimination of the 2.5-percent small business income tax to get to a balanced budget by 2013. And Falcon has again dangled the prospect of raising general corporate
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income tax from 10 to 11 per cent, but not until 2014. Experts applauded the hard line on spending, noting the contrast with Alberta’s big spending and Ontario’s big spending hangover. NDP finance critic Bruce Ralston says Falcon’s twoper-cent spending target is “unrealistic,” and the whole program is motivated mostly by two by-elections this year and a general election next year. He said the proposal to raise general business taxes is
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penny on a litre of gasoline, followed by a freeze and review of the whole climate program. NDP leader Adrian Dix vows to keep the carbon tax and its offsetting personal income tax cuts, direct carbon tax revenues to transit and rural energy-saving retrofits, and hike the general corporate tax rate from 10 to 12 per cent to pay for it. • HST. Asked what he would have done as finance minister, Ralston suggested getting rid of the HST sooner. Dix continues to misrepresent the HST as solely a transfer to big business, ignoring the small and medium-sized businesses that have a year left to take advantage of input tax credits. Simon Fraser University economist Jon Kesselman has estimated that poor people will be worse off when the HST ends, while the rest of us will see a very small net benefit. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews. com
a repeat of his effort to save the HST, and it won’t happen if the Liberals win in 2013. B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins made the bizarre claim it’s an NDPstyle “tax and spend” budget, and inaccurately accused Falcon of raising taxes on small business. He also joined the NDP chorus of outrage over ICBC, BC Hydro and medical premium increases. Some other hot topics: • Selling assets. The big one here is B.C.’s liquor wholesaling monopoly. Falcon insists the private sector does it more efficiently, and union contracts will be protected in a bidding process. The NDP argues selling off a monopoly puts this government cash cow at risk, and points to private retail stores with higher prices and lower wages. The proposed sale of 100 surplus Crown properties has raised cries of “selling the silverware to buy groceries.” • Carbon tax. The last scheduled increase goes ahead in July, adding another A member of
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Just for the halibut Dear editor: I am neither a commercial or recreational fisher, but as someone who enjoys eating fish I have been following the debates regarding halibut allocations. Much of the information out there seems biased and misdirecting. The split 85 per cent commercial and 15 per cent recreational is a three per cent change overall. Previously the split was 88/12. However, it actually represents a 25 per cent increase of the recreational sector’s total allowable catch. And this increase is not enough? Imagine a 25 percent gift increase in your salary. Woohoo! So there are 100,000 recreational halibut fishermen in Canada, but what about the other 30 million people, like myself, who can’t afford a boat, or an $800
per day charter trip? Recreational fishing is an elitist sport. What most of us Canadians can afford, and appreciate, is the opportunity to buy halibut from the store or at a restaurant. The halibut I eat is provided by the hard working commercial sector. I disagree with the taking of quota from the commercial fishermen, who make a living fishing and feed the masses with their catch. The recreational fishermen are doing it for a hobby, and have overfished their total allowable catch year after year. This year it was 270,000 pounds over without repercussions. The most important thing is responsibility and conservation of the resource so we can all enjoy halibut in the future. Chelsea Johnston Comox Valley
Dear editor:
ROR Much has been written about run-ofriver hydro projects over the past several most of it misguided, ignorant projects years, and misinformed. is run-of-river (ROR) a pera good fectNotfitonly for B.C.’s geography and climate, able to provide clean energy from an fit unendingly renewable resource, (but)
Power to the private sector Dear editor: I'm a big believer in the power of the private sector to accomplish things government and the public sector could never even dream of. The private sector does not get bogged down in special interest agendas or spin its wheels on protracted policy debates that lead nowhere. The private sector is pragmatic and flexible. The private sector simply sees opportunities, and unfulfilled needs, and responds with concrete action and cost-effective products and services. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the leadership of the private sector in developing innovative clean energy solutions. The private sector is not waiting around to see whether climate change is caused by
humans or not, or whether this country or that one will be the first to lower its GHG emissions. In an energy hungry world that has long understood the downsides of coal, clean energy simply makes sense. The groundswell of profound change underway in the energy sector is leaving governments and public policy in the dust. When it comes to clean energy, the competitive free enterprise forces that govern the private sector are definitely firing on all cylinders. And unlike the public sector, where risk is borne by taxpayers, the private sector is shouldering the risk and shielding taxpayers which is exactly how it should be. Christopher Law Coquitlam, B.C.
every drop of water used to generate electricity is returned to a river afterward. ROR projects are also located above natural fish barriers and therefore do not hurt salmon. Run-of-river projects also require more than 50 permits, licences, reviews and approvals from 14 local, provincial and federal authorities, along with
Why did it close? Dear editor: As a small business owner I'm compelled to write regarding your recent article on the ever increasing closures of businesses on the North Island. I wish to begin my letter with the disclaimer this is written without judgement to any of the businesses that are in this situation. When a business closes I always ask myself: Why? Did it lack community support? Did it have a succession plan? Was its time done? Did it need to diversify? Often the easy way is blaming the economy. Sometimes, no matter what you do, it is the economy. You're damned if you do and you’re damned if you don’t. A business owner must think outside of the box. You need to ask yourself what you can do to diversify, to survive. What can supplement the
extensive consultation and partnerships with First Nations. Because the regulations are so stringent the majority of run-of-river projects never get past the proposal stage. However, those that do return over a third of their revenue in taxes and fees to local, provincial and federal levels of government.
community and your business that is sustainable? Is it your customer service? It’s a fact people are traveling down island to do their shopping. I try as much as possible to keep my business on the North Island. What will keep me here is customer service. The big box stores have it and better prices. It's unrealistic to think you can always find the same deal here, but factor in your time, fuel and impulse buys and I guarantee the $100 pair of jeans is looking a heck of a lot more affordable! As consumers we need to change our mindset. As businesses owners we need to be even more vigilant. People have an option and we have a responsibility. If people are leaving to shop, let’s give them a reason to stay! Gaby Wickstrom Port McNeill
When you throw in the jobs and economic opportunity for rural areas and First Nations that are created by run-ofriver projects, the real ROR story is very compelling and it’s well worth taking the time to learn the facts and know the truth. Robert van Dyck Vancouver, B.C.
Every penny given goes to the good cause Dear editor: The other day I set up my little table and chair outside the Sointula Co-op store, looked up at the sign “Founded 1909” and couldn’t help thinking this town was built on the backs of wild salmon. I felt like a panhandler asking for donations for the defense of Don Staniford vs Mainstream/Cermaq, the Norwegian owned fish farm company operating in Canada. Another ex-fisher pulled up and asked me what I was up to. Looking at the poster she said “I’ve already donated on-line” but reached into her purse and yanked out a $20 throwing it into the hat. She said, “I can’t believe how many successful fisherman and companies made their livelihoods and supported their families off wild salmon. It’s time more of them opened up their wallets too.”
The choice has never been clearer; farmed or wild. It's been proven time and time again the two can’t coexist no matter how much propaganda they feed us stating they can. You can either sit back and watch the demise of the wild fish continue or step up to the plate and help in whatever way you can. I discovered two things I believe to be truth: The first is the DFO is a lying, deceitful disgrace to the people it serves and the resource it is mandated to protect. Their platform hasn’t changed over time, it remains deny and discredit all those who speak out to defend our resource and question their motives mismanaging it. The Cohen Inquiry illustrated that fact again most recently. Secondly, after being close to this issue now for so many years, I am convinced
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the truth is that salmon farms are indeed the smoking gun as referred to in the Cohen testimony. As a founding director of the Pacific Wild Salmon Society along with Alex Morton and several other very committed ladies, I would like to set the record straight about the work we do. It is definitely a nonprofit society and sole purpose is to protect the resource, wild salmon. No paychecks, salaries or corporate bonuses here, only a bunch of dedicated volunteers. Every penny you give goes to things like sampling costs, lab tests and, yes, a large sum goes to legal challenges all of which have been successful. There seems to be this myth our society is well-funded by wealthy American or foreign interests with underlying agendas. Not so. We are independent of CARR, SUZUKI,
Living Oceans, Sierra or any of the other big enviros none of which are looking at the fish. Findings are based on peer reviewed science without corporate persuasion or expensive, feel good, mistruth advertising. Presently the society’s coffers are empty. To carry on ISAV sampling and the expensive lab testing we need money from you. Or would you choose to believe that DFO or CIFA is safeguarding your wild salmon? The little fry are wriggling out of the gravel as I write this and the smolts from the legendary sockeye run of 2010 will be making their way to the ocean. Some of the team will be there sampling them and bringing you the results. Alex spends her days tirelessly fighting for this precious gift from nature. She lives, breathes, sleeps
wild salmon and is truly the inspiration and driving force that — along with your donations — keep us going. Our only funding is contributions from you and we applaud you for your continued support. We need it now more than ever. Keep up to date at www.alexandramortontypepad.com or www.salmonaresacred. org, the only two public forums for our society. So after sitting there at the store for the better part of the day I packed up my things and headed up to the town hall to say goodbye to an old time highliner, Pentti Kiiskila. I was feeling good about fundraising for an imperiled resource that fed him and his family, his entire life. John Dawson Pacific Wild Salmon Society Sointula, B.C.
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March 3 Bras for a Cause Fashion Show, come out and help support the fight against Breast Cancer. Men will be modelling the bras that were made for the Flower Shoppe’s Bras for a Cause contest in a men’s version of Victoria Secret’s Fashion Show. Beer and wine will be available. No minors. Get your tickets ($15) at Timberland Sports Centre, Dalewood Beer and Wine and Port McNeill Flower Shoppe. Limited tickets and they will not be sold at the door. March 4 Tsakis FC - Flea Market Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at U’Gwamalis Hall. Table rental $10, extra tables $5 each. Contact David McDougall 250-949-8830 or 250-2301772.
MEETINGS & ONGOING EVENTS • Port Hardy Museum & Gift Shop open Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 am to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. Swiss Army Knives exhibit until March 31. • Quatsino Museum & Archives is open Friday to Sunday from 1:00pm-2:00pm. Open daily July & August. FMI quatsino. museum@recn.ca • The German Edelweiss Cultural Club meets Thurs. at 7pm in PH Inn Pub. FMI 250-230-1376. • Lions Bingo every Thurs. @ Civic Centre. Doors open at 5:30pm. • Every other Tuesday: Footcare clinic at Hardy Bay Seniors 9-5pm. FMI 1-888-334-8531. • The North Island Networking Group meets Tuesdays at 7 pm at the PH Health Unit. (Entrance at rear). Call 250-902-0370 or visit the North Island Networking Group on Facebook to join us! • March 7: Filomi Days meeting at 7 pm, Eagle View School. All welcome. Debbie Huddlestan contact. 250-949-6888.
March 10 North Island Concert Society presents legendary West Coast folk/rocker Barney Bentall with multi-instrumentalist Eric Reid, 7:30 p.m., Port Hardy Civic Centre. Single tickets $25 on sale in Port Hardy at Cafe Guido, PH Museum, Hobby Nook; in Port McNeill at The Flower Shoppe; in Port Alice by calling Gail Neely at 250-284-3927. Visit niconcert.ca or call 250-902-2228 for more information. March 11 Spring Fling and Auction with a French twist. Avalon School from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Many exciting and enjoyable events. Concession will be serving quality food. March 11 Dinner and a movie at Port Hardy Baptist Church. Two showings: 3:30 p.m. (doors open at 3 p.m.) and 6:00 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.) Dinner is served between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. Cost is $4 per person and max. $15 per family. March 31 Port Hardy Chamber of Commerce Annual Business Awards and Social Gala. 6:30 p.m. at Port Hardy Civic Centre. Country and Western theme. $35 per cowpoke includes grub and live music. Silent Auction and Cash Saloon. Tickets now on sale at the Chamber office, The Hobby Nook and the Museum. April 8 Alert Bay Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary hosts Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Info, Donna, 250-974-2909.
April 8 Alert Bay Lion’s Club hosts its annual Easter egg hunt, 1-2 p.m. Info Casey Chapman, 250-974-2235. April 14 North Island Concert Society presents Infinitus, a classical string trio with a fresh, modern and sometimes humorous approach to the genre. Single tickets $25 on sale in Port Hardy at Cafe Guido, PH Museum, Hobby Nook; in Port McNeill at The Flower Shoppe; in Port Alice by calling Gail Neely at 250-284-3927. Visit niconcert.ca or call 250-902-2228 for more information. May 13 Alert Bay Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary hosts its annual Mother’s Day Tea, 1-4 p.m. Info Donna, 250-974-2909. May 26-27 Relay for Life 2012. 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Port Hardy High School track. Standard registration $20 until May 7, late registration $25 May 8 to May 25, youth $15 until May 25. For more information contact Sabrina Dent at 250949-3431 (w) or 250-949-8485 (h). www.northislandrelay@bc.cancer.ca. June 14-17 54th Annual June Sports in Alert Bay. First Nation soccer tournament, Salmon prince and princess pageant, parade, kids races and games, food, vendors and more. Info ‘Namgis Band office, 250-974-5556.
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More ER closures MT. WADDINGTON—The Port Hardy Hospital emergency department may experience temporary service reductions after March 1 due to a potential physician shortage. The Vancouver Island Health Authority, local physicians and local government representatives are very aware that Port Hardy and Mt. Waddington residents want continuous, 24-hour emergency room services at Port Hardy Hospital. While residents can be assured that tremendous efforts by these partners are continuing to recruit permanent and locum physicians to Mt. Waddington communities, until these efforts are successful, there may be gaps in after-hours on-call emergency services.
“We share the concerns of residents around consistency of health care services in Mount Waddington communities,” said Victoria Power, VIHA’s Director, Rural Health and Primary Health Care. “Significant work is underway to address and find solutions to these concerns in tandem with enormous efforts to recruit and retain physicians. While we are hopeful there will not be temporary service reductions, this is dependent on whether local physicians, with assistance from Mt. Waddington’s local leadership team and VIHA’s Physician Recruitment Office, can arrange call schedules and/or secure locums to fill any gaps in the on-call physician schedule at the Port Hardy Hospital emergency department.”
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The so called “monkey cage” at St. Michael’s Residential School in Alert Bay where children were locked as punishment. Submitted photo
Monkey cage memories Eric Joseph Special to the Gazette. (Ed. note the Truth and Reconciliation hearings happened at the Big House — U’Gwamalis Hall, Monday and Tuesday. See page 4 for full coverage) This picture is of St. Michael’s Residential School in Alert Bay. The small door is to a chamber called the “monkey cage” where children were locked up as punishment. My father —Wolkine’ — was taken from Guilford Village by RCMP when he was seven or eight-years-old. Prior to being taken, he was raised by his grandmother, a medicine woman who lived entirely from the resources of our land and water. Wolkine’ learned how to survive at this young age traveling with his grandmother and family by canoe on daily and seasonal excursions, harvesting year round. For a time he thought that they were poor when in fact they lived in abundance and wealth without concern for the white world and problems. They were descendants of prominence in a superior society that eventually would be taken from many of our forefathers by policies and acts of genocide.
His grandmother never needed or wore shoes; she paddled the canoe all over our territory, gathEric Joseph ering food and medicine to provide and heal many people. When my father was taken from this freedom he vowed at his young age to never allow them to break or change who he was. He would resist. In residential school he survived torture as a young boy; he was put in the monkey cage where there are no windows or light. He was put on the fire escape overnight, as physical punishment — it was an instrument of cruelty and inhumanity to change us and to kill the culture of Indians. Wolkine’ often ran away for weeks at a time, evading police and police dogs and surviving in the woods on sap from trees and raiding turnips and potatoes from the farm fields at the school. At the end of this month, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission will hold hearings in Port Hardy and in Campbell River, where many such stories will be heard.
Our will to survive and to sustain our culture and way of life comes from the strength and resistance of our survivors — what doesn’t break you will only make you stronger. There are many people today, including First Nations, who do not know the truth behind the genocide or understand what genocide is. Attawapiskat (a reserve in Ontario recently in the news after people there declared the housing situation is in a state of emergency) is only the tip of the iceberg of the continued policy of attrition by Canada to starve and remove the Indian from his homeland, and one of many human rights injustices that need to be exposed and recorded by history. I hope you will attend with your families, or pay attention to the hearings in Port Hardy and Campbell River in order that you will, or need to be, factors in learning, defining, and changing what is necessary to achieve reconciliation and real freedom of our culture. For healing and to end and devolve from Canada’s illegitimate control and unacceptable repressive policies that still seek to assimilate us to be noble savages of Canada. Eric Joseph lives in Kingcome Inlet, B.C.
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LIONS AND GYPSIES AND MIMES - OH, MY! Gazette staff PORT McNEILL—Led by ringmaster and 2012 grad Maddy Chester, the Port McNeill Figure Skating Club transformed Chilton Regional Arena into a three-ring circus for its biannual Ice Carnival, Under the Big Top. Nearly 100 skaters performed in solo and group numbers in three shows held Friday night and Saturday. Under the guidance of coaches Elizabeth Kines and Melanie Beech, choreographer Hanna Ray Rosback and a small army of volunteers, the skaters glided and jumped in a variety of circus-themed costumes, including a
tightrope walker, magicians, fortune tellers, a candy vendor and, of course, plenty of lions and clowns.
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Clockwise from top: Midway roadies Lexie Murgatroyd, Tyanna Laming and Karlie Shambrook glide; Kierra Shambrook heats up the ice to Firework; Brenna Jardine tries to reconnect with Natasha Grafton; little lion Chelsie Russell casts a big shadow; Whitney Murgatroyd takes a flying leap. J.R. Rardon photos
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Contract legislation looming Mike D’Amour Gazette staff As the Labour Relations Board gave B.C. teachers a green light to strike for up to three days next week, Education Minister George Abbott tabled legislation Tuesday that would suspend all strike action and could impose millions of dollars in fines per day if a strike persists. As the legislature debates the “Education Improvement Act,” the B.C. Teachers’ Federation could legally walk off the job as early as Monday. Teachers were to complete their own vote on that option Wednesday. The idea of teachers being forced into a legislated contract is just the latest slap from the province, said the president of the Vancouver Island North Teachers’ Association. “I think they were planning the legislation all along and I think it shows a complete lack of respect for teachers in that they are not willing to negotiate freely an agreement,” said Fred Robertson. “They could do something to come to an understanding, but they haven’t moved.” B.C. Education Minister George Abbott announced he intends to introduce legislation this week to end the dispute with public school teachers. The decision comes after labour ministry official Trevor Hughes reported a negotiated settlement between the B.C. Teachers’ Federation and the government’s bargaining agent, the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association, would be unlikely. B.C. Liberal house leader Rich Coleman said the legislation could be presented as early as mid-week, but the debate on the provincial budget would take precedence until next Thursday unless there is an emergency situation. Abbott said legislative options are being prepared that would reflect the government’s net-zero mandate of no wage increases for public sector employees. “We have three-quarters of public employees, with 100-plus contracts negotiated with the net zero mandate,” Abbott said. “We have to proceed on that basis.” Robertson said he’s not surprised by the move. “Abbott was talking about legislation in the spring, so it makes me wonder how serious they were about collective
Staff of Port Hardy Secondary School during a protest Monday. Submitted photo
bargaining,” he said. “We have proposals on the table and have said we’re always willing to negotiate — we’ve changed our package on a couple of different occasions, but they haven’t moved one inch.” The BCTF had proposed a three-year contract that would see teachers — who’ve been without a contract since June 2011 — given a 15 per cent increase over that span. Teachers across the province have been doing only essential service since September, refusing to meet with school administration, supervise students during breaks or complete report cards. BCTF president Susan Lambert said her earlier call for mediation in the dispute is an unusual step for any union. “Teachers are looking for fair alternatives, such as mediation or even arbitration, to help the parties find a resolution to this dispute,” she said. Abbott said he would consider mediation for non-monetary issues, but with the two sides $2
billion apart on wages and benefits, that approach would not work for the monetary dispute. He said arbitration that would “cut the loaf in half” would not be consistent with the net zero mandate and the government will not consider it. Abbott said he was disappointed and saddened to be faced with imposing a contract. Robertson said he doesn’t believe the province cares all that much about the students. “The members are teaching and the students are learning, but they’re not happy with what they’re seeing from the government; the lack of respect for teachers, students and parents, for that matter,” he said. “They’re not happy that this government is trying to destabilize and underfund education — which is what they’re doing.” Robertson said the potential for an escalated job action could happen, but more will be learned from a general teachers’ meeting, scheduled for Wednesday. —With files from Tom Fletcher.
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Pics wanted The Gazette is producing an eight-page commemorative keepsake of Sunday’s Big Community Event for our March 8 edition and want to include you. “Our readers always send us such great photos, and it would be wonderful to include them in our special pull-out,” said Gazette publisher, Sandy Grenier. We’re looking for anything and everything from Sunday. If you have photos of the Big Event you’d like to see included, just email them to editor@ northislandgazette.com, or drop them off at our office on Market Street, right across the road from Carrot Park. Deadline for submissions is 5 p.m. Friday, March 2.
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The Big Community Event Arlene Dickinson arrives at the Civic Centre where a crowd of thousands warmly welcomed the CBC celebrity. Mike D’Amour photo
The winning teams in the Big Flavour Face Off, The Executives and Tasty Tam’s Pizza, celebrate their $5,000 prize from Domino’s Pizza, which will be distributed to local charities.
Greg Smith is interviewed during the Big Flavour Face Off Challenge Sunday at the Civic Centre. J.R. Rardon photo
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Alfons Bauer wins the high toss award — if there were such an accolade — during the pizza face off. Sandy Grenier photo
Carol and Bruce Dirom react as announcer Sandra Boyd hands over the microphone. J.R. Rardon photo
Not everybody was ready for their close-up when CBC crews came to Port Hardy Sunday for the taping of The Big Decision. J.R. Rardon photo
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on deck Tell us about items of interest to the sports community. March 1-4 Curling Annual Hugh Fraser Memorial Men’s Open Bonspiel at Fort Rupert Curling Club, Port Hardy. Concession, lounge open. Game times tba. Info on Fort Rupert Curling Club Facebook page. March 2 Commercial hockey Islanders at Warriors, 9:15 p.m., Port Hardy. March 3 Minor hockey Port Hardy peewees vs. Gold River, 1:15 p.m., Port McNeill; Port McNeill peewees vs. Gold River, 4:45 p.m., Port McNeill. March 4 Hockey Port McNeill peewees vs. Gold River, 10 a.m.; Port McNeill peewees vs. RCMP exhibition, 2:30 p.m., Port McNeill. March 9 Commercial hockey Bulls at Islanders, 8 p.m., Port Alice; Mustangs at Warriors, 9:15 p.m., Port Hardy. March 10 Minor hockey Port McNeill peanut jamboree at Chilton Regional Arena. Concession, raffle table, 50/50 draws. Game schedule tba. March 11 Commercial hockey Warriors at Mustangs, 5:30 p.m., Port McNeill. March 16 Commercial hockey Warriors vs. Bulls, 9:15 p.m., Port Hardy March 17 Skiing Kids Fest slalom and obstacle course races, games and snow-sculpting at Mount Cain Ski Area. Registration beginning 9 a.m., races to follow, awards in lodge. Info, www.mountcain.com.
Bantams drop finals opener J.R. Rardon Gazette staff PORT McNEILL—In the first period of Saturday’s Tier 3 playoff hockey game, a wayward bird flew onto the ice of Chilton Regional Arena. It might have proven a better omen had the bird been an eagle. The North Island Eagles bantams jumped to the early lead on a pair of Matthew Cahill goals, but the Powell River Kings fought back for a 4-2 win that left the Eagles one game away from elimination in the Vancouver Island Championship series. The best-of-3 series now moves to Powell River, with game 2 scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Saturday. If the Eagles win, they would force a deciding game 3 Sunday at 8:45 a.m. on the Kings’ home ice. Both of the bantams’ playoff victories this season have come on the road. If they can extend that success with a win in Powell River, it will be the first for the squad in five tries this season. Both clubs played in Division 2 this season with several Tier 2 programs. Powell River finishing in second place, while the Eagles were 0-10 in last place. “We’re closing in on ‘em,” Eagles coach Dan Wilson said, noting an 8-1 blowout loss to the Kings in the teams’ first meeting. The second game was a 1-0 league loss in Port Alice. In the third meeting, dur-
North Island Eagles defenseman Matt Lingl and goalie Riley Mathieson eye a flying puck in front of the net during Saturday's Tier 3 playoff game against J.R. Rardon photo Powell River. ing the Vancouver Island others clicking later.” scoring on its first manNorth round-robin playoff, The Powell River program advantage chance, at 4:01 the Eagles led 2-1 into the moved down from Tier 2 to of the first period, and got third period before suffer- Tier 3 this year, and boast the game-winner on a texting a disastrous five-minute a more experienced and book power-play goal on a meltdown. deeper squad. Essentially, pass from behind the net The Eagles again led 2-1 Wilson said, the Kings have that found Colby Shelton in Saturday before the visitors more room for error than stride in the low slot for a tied it with a goal midway the Eagles, who must be on snap one-timer. through the second period the top of their game — as a The Eagles came out hard and went ahead to stay on a group — from start to finish. in the third period and had power-play goal with 7:19 “They have more legs,” several quality opportuto play in the period. Wilson said of the Kings. nities to tie the score, but “When we’re out on the ice “They just keep coming at were turned aside by Kings and all the guys are clicking you. They move the puck goalie Chase Krompacker together, we’re OK,” said well and they skate well.” and his defence. The visiWilson. “But too much of They were especially hard tors finally got an insurance the time we’ll have this guy on the bantams’ penalty kill- goal by turning the tables, clicking now, the a couple ers. Powell River opened using a long lead pass while
the Eagles were crowding the offensive zone to free Tristen Hackett for a breakaway goal at 13:16 of the third. “We had a good jump in the third period, but it always comes down to that next goal,” said Wilson. “If we go in and score there it’s a different game. But then they take the puck and put one in the other way, and it completely changes the momentum.” Cahill gave the Eagles the momentum to close out the first period, scoring twice to erase the Kings’ early lead. Darryl Coon and Alexander Stavrakov assisted on both goals as the bantams carried a 2-1 lead into the first intermission. The Eagles bounced back from their previous loss to Powell River by traveling to Kerry Park and upsetting the Islanders, the top seed in the Island’s South Division, in the semifinals. Earlier, they opened the playoffs with a 5-2 road win at Campbell River. They will need to find that road magic two more times to earn the Island’s berth into the Tier 3 provincial championships. The Eagles bantams have won the past two Vancouver Island Tier 3 titles, but only four players on the current team were part of last year’s provincial team. “These guys have made huge improvement from the start of the season,” Wilson said. “But there are still more steps to go.”
Youth soccer registration under way Gazette staff Registration is under way for the 2012 North Island youth soccer season, which will begin with the first week of practices April 10. The North Island Youth Soccer Association, which is coordinating registration and scheduling for all communities this year, is asking for new and returning volunteers to take part in its annual general meeting 6 p.m. April 2 at North Island
Secondary School. The deadline for players to register in all local associations is Mar. 27. Coaches and referees are urgently needed for all programs, and no experience is necessary. To volunteer or for more info, call Liza Furney in Port McNeill at 250-9563306 or Marc Grenier in Port Hardy at 250949-8928. In Port McNeill, forms may be picked
up and dropped off at Timberland Sports Centre. Fees are $25 for tots (born 2008), $60 for “mini” players (U-6 through U-10 age groups) and $70 for divisional players (U-12 through U-18 levels). Fees will include a pair of soccer socks and team and individual photo. A late charge of $25 will be strictly enforced after Mar. 27. Also, late registrations will not be guaranteed
team placement and may be placed on a wait list for team availability. Finally, any returning player who has not returned a uniform from last season will need to return the uniform or pay Port McNeill Youth Soccer a replacement fee before practicing or playing with their team. For Port McNeill registration info, call Tammy at 250-9564518. In Port Hardy, fees
are $55 for mini players and $65 for divisional-level. A tot program will be run only if sufficient players and coaches express an interest. Fees for tots would be $35. Port Hardy Youth Soccer is still seeking a site for registration, which will continue through Mar. 27. See next week’s Gazette for location, and in the meantime registration forms and information can be acquired by
calling Sarah at 250949-6687. In Port Alice, the registration contact is Tracy Roper. To register, email her at tracyd.roper@scotiabank.com or call 250284-3587. The tournament season begins with the annual Port McNeill Mud Bowl May 5-6, and wraps up with the Port Hardy Tournament June 23-24. Jamboree weekends will be introduced on the weekends of May 26-27 and June 2-3.
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Regulators, Harvey ladies win tourney
Albert Charlie of Skookum celebrates his tying goal in the closing seconds of the men's consolation final Sunday at the Harvey Walkus Memorial floor hockey tournament at Wakas J.R. Rardon photos Hall.
Bulls edge Islanders Gazette staff PORT ALICE—Curtis Martyn shot home the puck with 8:05 remaining, lifting the visiting Port Hardy Bulls to a 4-3 win over the Neucel Islanders in Commercial Hockey League play. The Bulls (4-13-2) jumped to a 3-0 lead in the opening 10 minutes behind two goals from Steve Verbrugge and one from Shawn Desrosiers. But the Islanders (7-10) tied it with a first-period goal from Jason Hodson and scores from Daniel Farrell and Rory Bondue in the second.
Gazette staff T S U L Q U AT E — T h e Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Regulators topped the Quatsino Roadrunners 12-8 Sunday to claim the men’s championship and the $1,800 top prize in the 11th annual Harvey Walkus Memorial Floor Hockey tournament at Wakas Hall. The women’s championship went to another team from the host community, with Harvey Memorial Team 2 defeating Koskimo of Quatsino 7-3. The event commemorated the memory of Harvey Walkus, who passed away in 1998. It drew 12 men’s and 10 women’s teams and had Wakas Hall packed with spectators throughout the weekend. “I think it was a really big success,” said organizer Gary Walkus, Harvey’s brother. “I was pleased with
Cassidy Walkus of Harvey Memorial Team 2 and Jasmine Hunt of Koskimo tangle during the women's final. all the people who showed cially impressed to see five up and showed their sup- Harvey Memorial teams port.” formed, comprised of 65 Walkus said he was espe- players who chose to play
in Harvey’s memory. For their title, the Harvey Memorial 2 ladies claimed a $1,200 prize. Runnerup Koskimo earned $600 and the Tofino Sharpshooters, one of four teams to travel from down-Island for the tourney, earned $200 for their third-place finish. The Roadrunners pocketed $800 as runnersup in the men’s tourney. Another $400 went to Skookum, which edged the Fort Rupert Roaches 7-6 in overtime to claim third place in Sunday’s most exciting final. After tying the game 6-6 with a goal in the final minute of regulation, Skookum’s Albert Charlie ended it just two seconds into the sudden-death overtime when he one-timed the ball off the faceoff into the net from beyond centre court.
Hardy midgets top McNeill Gazette staff PORT HARDY— The host Port Hardy Hawks got scoring from four different players while defeating North Island rival Port McNeill 4-2 in the seventhplace game of the Port Hardy Minor Hockey midget tournament last weekend at Don Cruickshank Memorial Arena. Terry Walkus, Cody Diotte, Brett Walker and Martin Walkus each scored for the winners,
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0 C.R. Cougars 8, Comox 5 C.R. Badgers 6, Poco Pirates 2 Cowichan 11, Port Hardy 3 Port Hardy goals: Walker 2, Diotte. Assists: Lomax, Tyler Sandeman, Mason Irvine. C.R. Badgers 9, Port McNeill 3 Port McNeill goals: Connor Scott 2, Swanson. Poco Pirates 6, Port Hardy 2 Port Hardy goals: Diotte, Jordan Thompson. Assist: Thompson. Comox 7, Port McNeill 2 Port McNeill goals: Adam Bastarache, Scott. Assist: Denzel Pausang. Cowichan 3, C.R. Cougars 3 Cowichan 9, Comox 5 Kerry Park 19, Port McNeill 0 Poco Pirates d. Kerry Park, score unavailable
Championship: Campbell River Badgers 7, Cowichan 1 3rd-4th: Poco Pirates 5, Kerry Park 4, shootout 5th-6th: Campbell River Cougars 3, Comox 3 7th-8th place: Port Hardy 4, Port McNeill 2 Port Hardy goals: Terry Walkus, Cody Diotte, Brett Walker, Martin Walkus. Assists: Diotte, Jace Lomax. Port McNeill goals: Zach Swanson, Zach Cameron. Round-robin results C.R. Badgers 12, Port Hardy 4 Port Hardy goals: M. Walkus 2, Jordan Thompson, Liam Ryan. Assists: Thompson, Chris Thorpe, Walker, Drew Robertson. Kerry Park 12, C.R. Cougars
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We often hear that we should drink eight cups of water a day...that’s about 2 litres. This isn’t necessarily so. Two litres of fluid per day is how we should describe our needs. That fluid includes coffee, tea, milk, fruits (which are 90% water) as well stews and soups. One sign of adequate fluid intake is light-yellow urine.
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When the walls of veins, usually in the legs, have weakened, a bulging above the skin surface occurs. This is called varicose veins. Crossing your legs all the time does not cause it, neither does smoking or high heels. Although the cause isn’t entirely known, standing for long periods of time can increase pressure on the veins plus there is a genetic component. Support stockings do help the condition. Passive watching of TV and videos is not good for children under the age of two. Pediatricians in the U.S. say that this practice harms the development of the child. This doesn’t apply to those interactive games designed for the young child. We are sometimes asked why newborns need so many vaccines so early in their lives. Antibodies from the mom provide some protection but this wears off quickly in a month or so. Since newborns are so small, getting sick will affect them much more seriously than older children. It is safe to give multiple injections of vaccine to infants and adults.
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AIRLINES ARE Hiring- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualiďŹ ed- Housing available. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783.
Alert Bay/ Kingcome
LOST: KEYS found on Hunt Street. Marine keys and a waterproof keychain holder. Pickup at the Gazette ofďŹ ce.
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
LEGALS
LEGALS
LEGALS
250-949-6033 or 250-974-5326
LOST AND FOUND
LOST NEAR CIVIC CENTRE: Pink plastic cosmetic bag with polka dots, containing manicure and pedicure tools. If found, please surrender it to reception desk at the swimming pool or call 250-9498416. Thank you.
PERSONALS ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Port Hardy meets every Wednesday & Saturday at the Upper Island Public Health Unit on Gray Street at 8pm. Sundays at the Salvation Army Lighthouse, 8635 Granville St., at 7pm. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Port McNeill meetings every Monday and Friday 8pm. Located at 737 Shelley Cres. (the old school room #3). DATING SERVICE. LongTerm/Short-Term Relationships, Free to try!!! 1-877-2979883. Live intimate conversation, Call: #7878 or 1-888-5346984. Live adult 1on1. Call: 1866-311-9640 or #5015. Meet Local Single Ladies. 1-877804-5381. (18+).
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TRAVEL
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LEGALS
LEGALS
Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that Probyn Log Ltd of New Westminster, British Columbia, intends to make application to Ministry of Natural Resource Operations, North Island-Central Coast Resource District for a Licence of Occupation (File1413665) – Log handling situated on Provincial Crown land located in the vicinity of Kwatsi and O’Brien Bays. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Jennifer Barolet, Ministry of Forests, North Island-Central Coast Forest District, PO Box 7000 Port McNeill BC, V0N 2R0 or emailed to: Jennifer.Barolet@gov.bc.ca. The public review period will extend for 30 days from ďŹ rst advertisement, ending on March 23rd, 2012. Ministry of Natural Resource Operations ofďŹ ce may not be able to consider comments received after this date. For more information, please contact Jennifer Barolet or visit the following website: www.al.gov.bc.ca/clad/land_prog_services/ programs.html 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 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.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS to Every Hunter in BC! Advertise in The BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis 2012-2014 publication. Increased circulation 250,000 copies! Tremendous Reach, Two Year Edition! Contact Annemarie at 1 800 661 6335 or hunt@blackpress.ca Be Your Own Boss! Attention Locals! People req. to work from home online. Earn $500$4500+ P/T or F/T. Toll Free 1.877.880.8843 leave mess.
CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS
Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that the District of Port Hardy of Port Hardy, BC, intends to make application to Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), West Coast Service Centre for a License - Commercial situated on Provincial Crown land located in the vicinity of Bear Cove. The Lands File Number that has been established for this application is File #1413713. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Section Head, Ministry of Natural Resource Operations at 142–2080 Labieux Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 6J9 or emailed to: AuthorizingAgency.Nanaimo@gov.bc.ca. Comments will be received by MFLNRO , + * until April 6, 2012. MFLNRO may not be - & able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit our website: http:// ( arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index. jsp for more information. ( ) * ! "# $ & '
bcjobnetwork.com 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 11/12
ST. COLUMBA ANGLICAN UNITED 9190 Granville St. Port Hardy Phone 250-949-6247 11:00 a.m. Sunday School and Service Wed., 1:00 pm Bible Study Everyone welcome Meeting rooms available columbac@uniserve.com 11/12
FULL GOSPEL CHURCH 2540 Catala Place Port McNeill (across from Firehall) Sunday 10:30 am - Morning Worship Church Office 250-956-4741 Pastor Stan Rukin Youth Pastor: Steve Taylor Cell: 250-527-0144 Office hours: 10am-4pm Mon-Thurs Visitors always welcome www.ptmcfullgospel.org 11/12
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 11/12
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 11/12
Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor.
North Island Church Services NORTH ISLAND CATHOLIC CHURCHES Sunday Masses St. Mary’s Port McNeill: 9am St. Bonaventure Port Hardy: 11am St. Theresa’s Port Alice: Saturdays 5:00pm Alert Bay: 1st & 3rd Saturdays 10am Father Roger Poblete 250-956-3909
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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 11/12
LIGHTHOUSE RESOURCE CENTRE s #HAPLAIN 3ERVICES s "IBLE 3TUDIES s 3PIRITUAL #OUNSELLING s 7EEKLY !! 'ROUPS (8635 Granville St. Port Hardy) 250-949-8125
PORT ALICE ANGLICANUNITED FELLOWSHIP Sunday Services - 4pm 1-250-949-6247 Box 159, Port Alice You are extended a special invitation to share in our Services
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ST. JOHN GUALBERT UNITED ANGLICAN CHURCH 250-956-3533 Email: gualbert@uniserve.com Sunday Worship - 9:00am All Welcome 175 Cedar Street Port McNeill 11/12
GWA’SALA-’NAKWAXDA’XW SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH at entrance to Tsulquate Village (8898 Park Dr) Saturday/Sabbath 10:00 am-Sabbath School 11:15 am-Worship Service Pastor Randy Elliott 250-230-1885 cell 11/12
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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 11/12
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HELP WANTED ASPHALT PAVING Personnel Required: Paving contractor in the beautiful BC Interior requires paving personnel for all aspects of Asphalt Lay-down. Applicants should have minimum 1 years’ experience in Highway, commercial and residential paving, although candidates with construction experience will be considered for training. Please forward resume to: paverswanted@yahoo.ca. ASPHALT PAVING Personnel required: Paving contractor in Kamloops area requires Foreman and personnel for Asphalt Lay-down. Applicants should have minimum 1 years’ experience in commercial and residential paving, although candidates with construction experience will be considered. Training and benefits will be available to the successful applicants. Please forward resume to: paverswanted@yahoo.ca.
HELP WANTED An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty Mechanic for field and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780723-5051
DIRECT SALES REPRESENTATIVES. Canada’s premiere home automation and Security Company is NOW hiring AprilAugust. No experience necessary. Travel Required. E-mail resume: kkurtze@vivint.com Visit: www.vivint.ca
CHILDREN
CHILDREN
CHILDREN’S MISCELLANEOUS
CHILDREN’S MISCELLANEOUS
We are pleased to announce our Kindergarten Open House on Thursday, March 8 between 10:00 and 11:30 am. We are also 640 Byng Road available by arrangement with staff to meet with other prospective students at other times for both kindergarten and grades one to ten. Enjoy: Small classes, a family atmosphere, quality Christian education, excellent and caring staff, a choice of full or half days, and free tuition. Please come and check us out and join us for hot lunch. Please contact the office when you make your plans to attend. Phone: Clifford or Jenny at 250 949 8243 or e-mail: wagonwoody2003@yahoo.ca
TRADES, TECHNICAL
TRADES, TECHNICAL
HELP WANTED
THE LEMARE GROUP has an opening for an Administrative Assistant/Receptionist. This is a permanent fulltime position located in Port McNeill. The position requires organization, accuracy and multitasking. Must be friendly, energetic and proficient with switchboards/computers. Full benefit package. Fax resumes to 250-9564888 or email: office@lemare.ca. PORT MCNEILL Black Bear Resort accepting resumes for on call/part-time Housekeepers. Experience an asset but not required. Apply in person. No phone calls. Only applicants short listed will be contacted. RENOVATION & Construction Want to learn? Or skilled already? Rate dependent on skill level. Must live in Port McNeil. Leave a message at 250-956-4068. SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net. Tremendous Opportunity! For career driven sales associate experienced in floor, window coverings. Interior design training, experience, portfolio an asset. Submit resume, references: Drawer # 765 McPhee Ave, Courtenay, BC, V9N 2Z7
INCOME OPPORTUNITY EARN EXTRA Cash! - P/T, F/T Immediate openings for men & women. Easy computer work, others positions are available. Can be done from home. No experience needed. www.HWC-BC.com HOME BASED Business. We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com
Looking for a NEW job?
Western Forest Products Inc. is currently seeking a Production Supervisor to join our Mid Island Forest Operation, located approximately 15 minutes north of Campbell River, BC. Reporting to the General Foreman, the Production Supervisor is responsible for leading company crews and ensuring that the highest standards of safety, production, and environmental protection are maintained. We are currently seeking an individual to fill a position at Mid Island Forest Operation. The position will work as part of a team of supervisors and will have direct responsibility for Dryland sort operations and crews. MIFO is a continuous harvest operation (6 X 3 shift) in an effort to harvest approximately 1.1 MM m³ annually and build about 140 kilometers of road. The job is located at Menzies Bay but much of the work will be located in the Kelsey Bay area. A complete and detailed job posting can be viewed at www.westernforest.com/careers/current_openings.php Western offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefit package and the potential to achieve annual performance rewards. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence: Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com Application Deadline: Thursday, March 15, 2012 Reference Code: Production Spvsor, MIFO As only short listed candidates will be contacted, WFP thanks you in advance for your interest in our company. Please visit www.westernforest.com for other career opportunities.
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
SALES
TRADES, TECHNICAL
FINANCIAL SERVICES
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT; An exciting opportunity now exists to join Ideal Protein! Due to growth of the company, we are searching for enthusiastic, hard-working, and driven Regional Development Consultants to join the Ideal Protein team! Job Description This job will require the qualified candidate to introduce our company’s products and services to potential clinics that operate in facilities run by Health Care Professionals. The Regional Development Consultant duties may include but are not limited to: Open new accounts on a monthly basis - Provide overall coordination of training and support in order to ensure business development - Participate in tradeshow exhibits and related promotional activities - Attend monthly conference calls and or training seminars - Provide monthly reporting to corporate to track activity and progress - Work to build a team to further develop and service the territory Requirements - Comfortable working in a 10-99 / commission only environment - Associate’s Degree or above - 2+ years of Outside Sales experience Sales background in pharmaceutical, medical, or Healthcare products/services - Outgoing personality with expertise at developing relationships (i.e., a “people person”) - Basic MS Office knowledge; computer software and internet proficiency - Excellent verbal/written communication, strong negotiation and presentation skills Highly disciplined, independent, entrepreneurial, confident, well organized self-starter Ideal Protein Offers - Aggressive compensation structure Unlimited earning potential Professional growth opportunities Here’s YOUR opportunity to capitalize on a genuine career opportunity! If you are a motivated, high energy individual who is looking to take the next step in their career, APPLY NOW! About Us Ideal Protein is an international company that manufactures and distributes products to health professionals. We are the only company in the weight loss industry that provides continuing education, development workshops and private and public lectures on weight loss, nutrition and the application of our products. This is a complete method and not just a simple product! We strongly emphasize education and understanding. When you follow our weight-loss method, you will learn why you gain weight and learn how to lose it. More importantly, we will give you the tools you need to keep the pounds off after your weight loss goal is achieved. Please contact: M. Galipeau (819) 664-6134 mgoffice@idealprotein.com
Required Immediately! Journeyman RV Technician for Kamloops largest RV Dealership. Jubilee RV Centre offers excellent wage compensation, medical & dental benefits, ongoing industry training and year round employment. Come join our team in sunny and warm Kamloops, where you will be appreciated, love our climate and enjoy all our outdoor activities! Please forward your resume to service@jubileerv.com Attention Steve Joyce - Service Manager
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STEEL OF a deal - building sale! 20X24 $4798. 25X30 $5998. 30X42 $8458. 32X58 $12,960. 40X60 $15,915. 47X80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.
Family Resource Service & Special Services Worker North Island Community Services is seeking highly motivated, organized and outcome-experience based individuals to work in the Family Resource Services Program and Special Services Program. Family Resource Service will provide counselling to youth and families. Knowledge/training in group facilitation and group processes are beneficial. Applicant must have a degree in social work or counselling and have at least 5 years experience with families and youth. Special Services Worker will work and support children and families to increase living skills, parenting skills, behaviour management and communication choices. The position may include routine crisis intervention. The majority of this service takes place in the client’s home. Preference will be given to applicants with post-secondary credentials and/or related human services experience. Previous work experience is an asset. Both positions are currently part-time. A valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle are necessary for both positions as travel will be required. A criminal record check will be required. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please forward resume with cover letter by March 23, 2012 to: North Island Community Services Society PO Box 1028, Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 nicsbc@telus.net
WEBCO LEDUC - division of Sun Media, requires Full-time Heatset/Coldset Journeyman Pressman. 15 unit Goss Community. Competitive rates and benefits. Email resume: et@webcoleduc.com. WEBCO LEDUC - division of Sun Media, requires Full-time Heatset/Coldset 1st & 2nd Pressmen. 15 unit Goss Community. Competitive rates and benefits. Email resume: et@webcoleduc.com.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
REAL ESTATE
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FOR SALE BY OWNER PORT MCNEILL ocean view 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath, 5 appl. Family room, laundry room, small workshop. Laminate flooring up, hot tub & lots of parking. $169,000. Call 250-956-3417.
HOUSES FOR SALE
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS SERVICES DENIED CANADA Pension plan disability benefits? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FUEL/FIREWOOD SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.
MEDICAL SUPPLIES CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-9815991
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
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GARAGE SALES
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT
STEEL BUILDINGS for all uses! Spring Deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands Now! Call for Free Brochure - 1-800-6685111 ext. 170.
GARAGE SALES
CA$H IN ON YOUR GARAGE SALE Planning a garage sale? Boost your profits with an ad in the Classifieds. It’s an easy and affordable way to bring more business to your door!
Come in and place your garage sale with us and you will get balloons and signs to put up around the community. For as little as $6.21 + HST 7305 Market St. Port Hardy NORTH ISLAND
GAZETTE
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!
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REAL ESTATE SERVICES
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
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 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.
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RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENT/CONDO
STORAGE
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 MARINA VIEW APTS Clean, quiet professional buildings. Beautiful ocean view. 2 bdr $700/mn. 3 bdr town home $900/mn. 250-949-0192. MARINA VIEW APTS Clean, quiet professional buildings. Beautiful ocean view. 2 bdr $700/mn. 3 bdr town home $900/mn. 250-949-0192.
PORT MCNEILL APARTMENTS Well managed 1 & 2Bdrm suites. Gym & sauna on site. Call for availability.
Phone Rick 250-956-4555 PORT MCNEILL3 Bdrm townhouse, close to schools & hospital. Avail now. 250-9563440 www.portmcneilltown houses.yolasite.com
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.
RENT TODAY! Fully Renovated Apartments Well Managed Building 2 Bdrm & 1 Bdrm Available Ask for the Move-in Special & the Seniors Discount! Quality Building for Quality Tenants!! Contact Us Today rentporthardy@gmail.com Tel:1-250-902-0351
SEAWIND ESTATES-2 bdr. condo for rent. Includes w/d. $700/mth. Avail. March 1st. Call 778-875-9840 or email grizeagl07@mail2blues.com
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
SHIPPING CONTAINERS 20’ or 40’. Buy or Rent. Safe and secure. Easymove Container Services. Serving Vancouver Island. 1-(888)331-3279
TOWNHOUSES PORT HARDY: Central, Seawind Estates, gated comm., like new, 2bdrm, W/D on suite, $700. Avail. immed. (604)4183626. trogen12@shaw.ca
TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING
APARTMENTS FURNISHED
DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
PORT HARDY Highland Manor •Bachelor •1 bdrm •1 bdrm furnished Move in incentive on approval References Call Jason 250-949-0192
1-800-910-6402
www.PreApproval.cc 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 NEED A Vehicle? Easy finance!! Low Payments! $99 Delivers 24 Hour Approval. We Deliver! 3,000 Vehicles to choose. Call Now! Marty 1888-414-8042. Big Discounts! www.eagleridgegmc.com.
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 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
WANT A Vehicle but stressed about your credit? Christmas in March, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888593-6095.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES DUPLEX RENTAL 3 bedroom in great Courtenay location. Beautiful back yard and one car garage. Available Mar 1 $975/mo phone 250-737-1697
MOBILE HOMES & PADS
CARS 2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 firm. 250-755-5191.
PORT MCNEILL Mobile Home Park Short walk to town. Pads for rent. Water, sewer and garbage included. $280.00/ month Call 250-956-2355
SCRAP BATTERIES Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 & up each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Toll Free 1.877.334.2288.
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
SEAHAVEN APARTMENTS 7070 Shorncliffe St. P.O. Box 222 Port Hardy, BC 2 bdr unit avail new kitchen and flooring includes Fridge/stove, blinds, private parking stall, locker, laundry on premises. Quiet, adult building, non smoking, no pets. References required. Inquiries contact Janet 250-230-1462 Appointment to view.
HOMES FOR RENT
TRUCKS & VANS
SOINTULA 315 KLAVAR RDOcean side 1 bath, 1 bdr + loft bdr. New bath, propane gas stove and heat. View of ocean, Very private. W/D, fridge and stove.$650/mth. Call(360)4246974.
FOR SALE: Excavating Company including excavators, dump trucks and skid steers. $250,000 O.B.O FOR SALE: Septic Pumping Company includes 2 trucks (one hydrovac, one pump truck) 250,000 O.B.O Email: jaydensunfire@yahoo.ca for more details.
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Wildlife area in the works Aleister Gwynne For the Gazette
T
he North Island will soon be home to a great Canadian first. Environment Canada revealed plans for the Scott Islands Marine Wildlife Area (MWA) at a public consultation at Port Hardy Civic Centre Monday night. The Scott Islands MWA will be the first of its kind in Canada. “There are many terrestrial areas, but this is the first marine one,” said Barry Smith, regional director for Canadian Wildlife Service (CWS). The Scott Islands are a group of five small islands just north of Cape Scott at the northern tip of Vancouver Island. The islands and the surrounding sea are a crucial seabird habitat, said Smith. “This is by far the most important seabird habitat in Canada, no other place comes close,” said Blair Hammond, CWS conservation manager.
Forty per cent of all seabirds that breed in B.C. nest there, including 90 per cent of all tufted puffins in Canada and 55 per cent of all Cassin’s Auklets in the world, according to Environment Canada’s website. Although the islands themselves are already protected, the surrounding sea, the birds depend on for food is not. The protected area will consist of approximately 11,950 sq-km, about 2.6 per cent of Canada’s Pacific territorial waters. The public consultation was intended to engage local public feedback. The presenters assured the audience current activities within the area such as fishing, recreation and shipping will not be affected as they are not shown to pose a threat to the marine ecosystem. “We factored in socialeconomic factors in how we drew the boundary,” said Hammond. The main environmental
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A map of the proposed marine wildlife area. Submitted photo
whatever they may be. “This is not a reactive process, this is a proactive process,” Hammond said. No fixed date for when the MWA will become a reality was given, but the presenters expressed hope that the project will be concluded during 2012.
concern at the moment is oil spills. Part of the project involves providing equipment to local emergency response services, such as the coast guard, with equipment to deal with oil spills. The Scott Islands project also has future threats in mind,
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