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Workers secure straps before a crane lifts a modular housing unit on Grenville Place in Port McNeill Wednesday, Nov. 2. See story on Page J.R. Rardon photo 2.

J.R. Rardon Gazette staff PORT McNEILL — Even organizers were shocked by the response to two separate events held to benefit a cancer-stricken young family from Port Alice Saturday. A silent auction at the Guide/Scout Hall in Port McNeill raised approximately $9,000 for 26-yearold Jessika Roberts, who has begun a second round of treatment for cancer after having been in remission following an initial diagnosis less than two years ago. The first Bob Bailey Memorial Benefit hockey game was played later that evening in Port Alice and raised another $5,000 for the married mother of three young children. “That just wasn’t anything we were expecting,” said Melissa Legacy of Port McNeill, who teamed with Ashley Flanagan of Port Hardy to put on the auction. “Our donations were amazing. We were just going to do a home-based business auction and expected 10 or 12 items, but it turned into 140 donations.” And, despite the event being held the same weekend as the Rotary Club’s large annual fundraising auction, crowds packed the Guide/Scout Hall to

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Shoppers peruse tables of donated items during the silent auction held at the Port McNeill Guide/Scout Hall to benefit cancer victim Jessika J.R. Rardon photo Roberts Saturday.

peruse the offerings on the tables and place their bids. A donation tin stood on one table for those who wished to contribute, and a bake sale with goodies by donation kept visitors from going hungry. “This is the best part about living in a small community,” said Kate Hosken, Legacy’s mother and a volunteer at the auction. “You don’t get this in a big city. We had our own loss to cancer 11 years ago and received amazing support from the community, so we’re paying it forward.” Tami Kernachan of Port Alice said that was her motivation as she browsed the auction tables. Kernachan

said she was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent treatment at the same time as Roberts during her initial battle. With the event promoted on Facebook and in the media, Legacy and Flanagan received offers of donations from well beyond Vancouver Island. A baby’s teething blanket was contributed by a supporter in Alberta, and a caller from California offered to contribute after reading about the auction in the Gazette online. “We were hoping to get maybe two or three thousand dollars,” Legacy said. “I’m just blown away by the community response.”

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Thursday, November 10, 2011 One of six lowincome housing units from B.C. Housing is placed by a crane during construction on Grenville Place in Port McNeill last week. At right, a worker helps guide one of the units after it was lifted. J.R. Rardon photos

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Homes find new home J.R. Rardon Gazette staff PORT McNEILL — With a twirl of the finger from the foreman, a long, narrow house lifted into the air over Grenville Place last week. After a short swing at the end of a crane’s cable, it was gently placed on a waiting foundation as construction workers moved in to secure it to a neighboring unit. With that action, the Town of Port McNeill moved another step closer to opening six new low-income housing units, a process nearly two years in the making. The units were provided and delivered by B.C. Housing, with Abernethy Contracting

of Port McNeill and subsequently talked to volunteers from Port B.C. Housing and they McNeill Rotary Club apparently got too high of a quotation providing site preparation video-online] to move the and additional northislandgazette.com housing from Vancouver to labour. Port McNeill Mayor here, and they decided Gerry Furney, working we would move to the on behalf of a society back of the line.” The units have finalcreated to work for lowcost senior housing in ly made it to the North the town, learned near- Island, but even after ly two years ago that the construction crews B.C. Housing would made quick work of be supplying low-cost moving them from housing units to com- truck trailers to the munities throughout waiting foundation, they are not precisely the province. “I put in an applica- move-in ready. “As you can see, tion right away, and it turns out I was the first the six units are here one to apply,” Furney and they’re in good said after walking the shape,” he said. “But short distance from there are no appliances the Town office to the in them, and they’ve worksite to observe given everyone else the installation. “We appliances. I’m going

to talk to B.C. Housing again about treating us as fairly as everyone else.” Otherwise, the occasion of the homes’ arrival was treated as a positive in the community. Several Rotarians dropped by to watch the crane move the homes, along with Councillor Shirley Ackland and some members of the original senior housing society. And both laborers and spectators enjoyed the day in comfort, as unseasonably sunny skies prevailed. “We had the weather committee working today and they got the sun shining, so everything is working out really good,” Furney said.

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Civic Election November 19, 2011

Port Hardy CANDIDATES WERE ASKED THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: 1. Do you support the installation of water meters and if yes, who should pay for them? 2. Because Port Hardy has experienced a marked decline in population in recent years should we cut the number of councillors from six to four and why or why not? 3. More than 50 per cent of Port Hardy pool users are from outside the district yet we fund the entire operation. How can we recoup some of the costs? 4. Why should people vote for you? 1. I do not support the installation of residential water meters at this time. Our priority should be replacement of supply pipes that are prone to leaks after 35 years in service. 2. I believe Port Hardy is about to see a steady increase Al Huddleston in population due to developing opportunities in the resource and tourism sectors. With six councillors, we have the benefit of a broader cross section of interests and expertise. 3. Although all pool users contribute to the operation and maintenance costs, the fact is that revenues don’t even come close to expenses. It’s time to negotiate maintenance and capital funding contribution agreements with neighbouring communities who make frequent use of the facilities. 4. I am committed to ensuring we get the maximum benefit from every tax dollar. We need councillors who are dedicated and passionate about the North Island. Having served on council for 13 years, I have a deep appreciation for my town and the people who make it a great place to live. Your current mayor and council have made great progress on many fronts. Much needed upgrades to our marine facilities, roads, sidewalks, sewer, and water systems to name a few have contributed to enhancing our community.

1. Not at this time. In some areas we have water pipes that are over 40 years old which are conservatively losing 10 per cent of our water. Replacing these pipes is a much higher priority. If in the future we decide to install meters, it should be done with grant funding. Eric Ralph 2. If the 2011 census indicates the population is stabilizing then I believe we should stay at six councilors. One thing to consider is the total budget for Port Hardy is $13.3 million. The cost of two councilors is $24,000 or two-tenths of 1 per cent of the budget. I believe the value of broader based representation in the decision making process is worth the expenditure. 3. The residents of Port Hardy decided long ago to have a pool. The fact that many people outside the district use that facility helps with our operational costs. If there comes a time when we are faced with major capital costs, then I think it is only fair that we approach the regional district and the local Bands to share in that cost. 4. In my first term as councilor I have attended every regular council meeting. I have done my best to be informed and objective. I have been a council representative on several committees including: Operational Services, Legislative Review, Health Network Steering, Community Forest, Planning Harbour Commission and Tsulquatie Watershed. I will bring all that knowledge and experience to the next term. I also bring 28 years experience in the forest industry, two years in the tourist industry and two 1. We need more information years in the fishing industry. My wife, three grown iin order to look at both sides children and grandchildren live in Port Hardy. I oof this issue. The homeowners, want to make this a better place to live. who will be affected, need to w kknow how they will benefit from tthe installation of water meters. 1. While we seem to have more water than we want at times in IIt would be nice to know the Port Hardy, the clear and very bbase line and the rates for water drinkable water coming from our John Tidbury uusage.. I believe this is an impor- taps today (thank you EPCOR) ttant issue and one that should not has been treated and of course, be decided by council, but taken to referendum so that costs money and we should all be mindful of unnecessary the people of Port Hardy can decide. 2. I still believe that six is a good number. It use and leaks. Education about Janet Dorward provides diversity and a broader outlook on issues responsible consumption should that matter, which should make for better decision be the first option but the costs and benefits of metering versus nott metering should making. be explored. 3. If we wish to attract people to our commu- 2. A quick review of similar-sized BC towns nity we need to have the amenities to keep them shows that many have six councillors. Our town is here. If we want the town to grow, pools, arenas, somewhat uniquely diverse in its facilities, econoschools and hospitals are essential. The cost of mies, and geography so we need enough councillors running recreational facilities needs to be covered to bring information to the table from all sectors to in the most cost effective way without making ensure full and fair representation of all stakeholdthem inaccessible. They contribute to the overall ers .I suggest our community is best served with six positions. enjoyment of living in the North Island. 4. My family and I are long time members 3. The costs of operating this important facility are basically the same regardless of where our pool of the North Island. I am an active member of users come from. We can improve the health and fitthe community and involved in many different ness of North Islanders while increasing income by groups. If elected you can expect hard work, encouraging more use of it by everyone. experience and dedication. I am interested in see- 4. My Port Hardy roots run deeper than the carrot ing the town grow through industry, resources and in the park where I was born. I’ve worked, lived, tourism. Jobs are very important to me. I would played and raised my children here. I’ve witnessed like to show the world that we are open for busi- our town on economic upswing and on the downness providing the proposal meets environmental turn. I am passionate about Port Hardy and have standards. I look forward to working as a member plenty of energy to use my experience and management skills to serve our town and maximize the of a team to help Port Hardy move forward. opportunities available to our community.

1 - 3. I’ve researched the r issues in questions i 1 to 3 and I find all a of the issues to be b very interesting ones. o Jamaine Campbell I do however believe these are b questions betq ter suited to experienced council members. These are people whose job it has been for at least the past 3 years to consider these things thoroughly and repeatedly. So comparatively my answers would certainly be lacking or illinformed. But like I mentioned, they are all very interesting issues and I’m thrilled at the prospect of

examining them and hundreds of others should I get voted in. 4. I am an artist. Therefore I want to take a creative approach to dealing with the task of being a port hardy councillor. I’ve also got years of varied experience doing everything from construction to film acting. Most relevant though is my experience as an academic. I love to think things through thoroughly and am not swayed just because an idea is popular. I am young and I’ve got the pulse of my generation and want to represent it in council. One day my generation is going to be tasked with running Canada’s political system and I would like a chance to step up and begin to do my Part.

1. No. Water conservation t work at the Council table the is the stated purpose for the I am involved in committ installation of meters, there tees: Measuring Up, Heritage S are other options. Our access Society, Health Network, T to water should remain a Transportation, C2C/First N function of a public utility. Nations relations, and Housing. W Meters are designed for a When I ran for Council I said I w user pay system which is would work toward identifying Nikki Shaw a meeting the housing needs appropriate for industry and and o all Port Hardy citizens. We institutions but not for resiof dences. This important issue ddeserves now hhave a regional housing commita public forum/debate and a water tee; I am the Chair. We have received conservation strategy/management significant financial and expert supplan. port from the Province. We are on 2. No. Each member of council the road to success in housing, but participates on council and in numerit will take time, persistence and a ous committees according to their personal knowledge, interests, abili- vision. You should vote for me for my ties, and time constraints. Cutting the experience and dedication to Council, number of council members to four so I can continue with my committee would limit the scope of ideas and work, and so I can remain as Chair the sharing of knowledge required of the Housing and Homelessness to make informed decisions for the Committee. community. 3. The pool is a valuable amenity to the District and the region. Perhaps we could do more to promote the services offered, perhaps we could seek corporate donations, contriCouncillor, Port Hardy butions from those who benefit from our provision of this amenity, and continue to apply for grants. We should also rethink the long summer pool closure and either reschedule or stagger the work if feasible. t Seniors _ 3PUBSZ 4FOJPST )PVTJOH 4. First, thank you Port Hardy. I truly enjoy t Youth _ 4LBUFCPBSE 1BSL the challenges of being t First Nations _ $MBN CFBDI DMFBOVQ a member of Council and prepare myself for all matters that come Russ Hellberg for Mayor @russhell41 before us. Aside from

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Port Hardy continued ... I. I support programs — like water metering — that promote sustainability, as long as we communicate about such programs and get community input Jessie Hemphill on how they should be funded and implemented. 2. Council size would be a great topic for public debate. Our current council

+ offers good community representation, but if it’s too expensive to have six councillors, an alternative might be to invite delegates from community groups. 3. If our current user fees aren’t enough to cover costs we could look for more funding from other government sources instead of charging people more. We should really focus on attracting more users by asking the community what they want from their pool. 4. I am Local with a capital L! I’ve lived in Port Hardy since I was a baby

1. I don’t suppport the installation of water meters at this time due to economic conditions. When elected to council, I plan to revisit this initiative. 2. Even with the marked decline in population, I don’t think we should reduce the Alan Wickens number of councillors. These positions are largely volunteer with little cost to the district. Fewer councillors would mean more work for each and would discourage people from running. 3. I’m a strong believer in user pay, but I’m not sure that pool users could afford a much higher fee. Regional contributions may have to come into play. 4. I’m asking Port Hardy residents to vote for me because I bring a fresh approach to guiding the business side of the district. I also bring a wealth of experience from my time volunteering on boards of local and national not-for-profit organizations. And finally because of my accounting background and audit experience I bring a strong business approach to the day-to-day running of the district. Over the past several years I’ve seen Port Hardy struggle to find an identity. At times we’ve tried to be a tourist destination, not with great success. Logging has become highly mechanized with lower demand for manpower. I think we are a transportation hub. We have a ferry terminal, an airport, wharves, taxi service, float planes, trucking, water taxis, coast guard, pilot boats, a bus service and support facilities for each.Perhaos there is something we’re missing in Port Hardy. a regional 1. Not for pool, why households and p not approach small businessn the Regional es. Yes for large t District of Mount users. D Waddington. 2. I think W 4. As a long council should resident discuss that. I’m Rick Marcottte time t of not opposed to a o Port Hardy, I have been a smaller council, but I think the commit- member or involved tees may have to be cut in the Royal Canadian Legion, Port Hardy as a result. 3. I know other areas Branch No. 237, foundcharge more for non ing member of Seven residents, but I’m not Hills golf course, past sure we should do that president and director of the old-timers hockey here. Most from outside the and Vancouver Island district also shop while Regional Library. I would like to put my in town and support energies into our town’s local businesses. Do we want to dis- business and do what I courage them? Why are can to make Port Hardy there not more local pool a safe, busy and clean users? If it’s become town.

and am committed to this town. I have significant experience in leadership roles locally, regionally, and federally, through volunteering, serving on committees, speaking, and working as a community planner. I’m a quick learner and a good listener. I am pleased to represent youth, First Nations and women, groups often absent from the ballot. With a background in communications I can help improve dialogue between council and citizens which would support an informed, empowered community.

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CANDIDATES WERE ASKED THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: 1. What would you do to resolve the teacher’s job action? 2. What can SD 85 do to keep schools open in the face of potential funding cuts? 3. Is SD 85 undercutting private business by renting out a publicly supported property, Robert Scott elementary school? 4. Why should people vote for you? 1. I would join other trustees to put pressure on the British Columbia Public Schools Employer Association (BCPSEA) to resolve the current teacher’s job action. Danita Schmidt 2. Lobby the MLA so the provincial government increases funding to public education. 3. Renting out the school offsets the costs and prevents closure of schools. At the same time, there is the potential of private businesses closing and taking school-aged children out of the district which further exacerbates the situation. 4. I am a parent of two elementary school children who is very invested in what happens in SD85. As an active member of PAC and District PAC (DPAC), I am an advocate for public education, but by being a trustee, I will represent the needs of a rural community. The children in SD85 should have the same educational opportunities as those living in urban areas. However, we might have to work harder to make our voices heard but I am willing to put effort forth until our voices are heard. 1. The School Board has only one employee, the superintendent of which a trustee has only one vote. School trustees have no say or input into any matter to do Mike Schnurr with teachers. 2. To my knowledge there are not any schools closing or funding cuts for SD 85. 3. I believe a business person who decides to move that business to a location that would be better for the customers is entitled to do so. Should Robert Scott Elementary be the only available location with showers and a proper gym for a Fitness Studio, SD85 would not be undercutting private business. 4. I chose to run in the Western Zone as there were already three incumbents running in Port Hardy for two seats. I believe I can make a positive contribution to SD85 as a trustee. I was the PAC Chair at PHSS, I started the District PAC and served as the chair, and I was the PAC chair at Eagle View Elementary. I served on the board of governors for North Island College for six years and I am very familiar with policy governance. I’ve served on the FiLoMi days committee and was the chair of the Advisory Planning/Harbour Commission for Port Hardy. I have lived in Port Hardy for sixteen years and had three daughters go through the school system and currently have one daughter in PHSS.

1. The teachers’ job action needs to be resolved through collective bargaining. Trustees need to respect the barJeff Field gaining process and maintain positive relations with teachers to ensure quality education in the classrooms of SD85. 2. Trustees must lobby the provincial government to provide adequate funding for rural school districts where enrolment has declined. Locally, we must continue to operate as efficiently as possible without cutting direct service to children at the classroom level. 3. No. Last year we made $21,267 in rental income from Robert Scott School, but spent more than $70,000 on utilities and equipment alone. We receive no direct funding to maintain a school once it is closed yet we have to maintain the building. Because we purchase supplies and services from local businesses. 4. I have the educational training and experience to understand the issues trustees have to deal with. I also have the time and commitment to devote to the position. I bring a practical, problem solving approach to dealing with school board business and I believe school board business must be conducted in an open and transparent manner.

1. This is not a local issue that will be dealt with by School Board 85 and we should not attempt to interfere with the process. Rather we should encourage the negotiating teams for Lawrie Garrett the BC Public School Employers’Association and the BC Teachers’ Federation to reach a new collective agreement that addresses the needs of delivering quality education across the province. 2. Look for opportunities to utilize excess space for community groups that encourage healthy activities covering a cross section of activities such as fitness, the arts, dance, culture, cooking and first aid making the schools active public buildings. 3. In order to be fair, the school district should charge rents that reflect current market rates for commercial use. 4. I want to represent the students and their families from the Eastern Zone at the School Board 85 level to best achieve their learning potential. I hope the skills I bring to the position would help with a team approach to problem solving looking for alternative solutions. At the same time my current work with small businesses across the North Island communities gives me a regional perspective. The education system needs to constantly evolve in order to meet the goal of preparing well rounded young people to take advantage of opportunities in their future.

1. Urge the provincial negotiating team to do all in their power, and urge the minister of education to provide reasonable funding for a negotiated settlement. This is a provincial matter, and it would be false to say school boards have any power to directly affect change. 2. Review all areas of the district’s operations for possible Werner Manke further cuts without affecting the delivery of educational opportunities for the greatest number of students. Involve the communities affected as well as the local MLA to seek ministry and corporation grants. 3. There are areas at Robert Scott, like the gym, that are not available elsewhere in the community. Strong Start is required to operate at a school. Closing a school does not eliminate all costs of operation. 4. My belief is all our children deserve the best education, and as trustee I am accountable to the communities I represent. I have six years experience as trustee. During that time many tough decisions had to be made. The years ahead will continue to be challenging for boards of education. My background is in education as teacher, principal and director of instruction. Having fought hard to keep schools open in the past, I will continue to do so while maintaining a stand on fiscal responsibility.

1. The obstacle to successful negotiations is local trustees have limited input at the table. The present system of “them or us” is serving neither teachers nor school boards. Long term, focus should be Rod Sherrell on a return to local bargaining. Short term, trustees need to ensure the employer negotiating team follows their direction in seeking solutions. 2. Again local control has been replaced with a centralized “one fits all” formula for financing our schools. Rural school districts experience greater challenges under this system. Funding needs to provide for basic programs as well as student population. Key areas we need to reinstate are pre-apprenticeship programs so our students can access some of the potential trades positions resulting from B.C.’s new shipbuilding potential. 3. I wouldn’t consider this as a key question to address re: the needs of students in the district. It is not unreasonable for the district to try to recover costs for maintaining vacant facilities until future use becomes clear. Generally these facilities are utilized buy various community groups which shouldn’t impact on local business. Whatever policy is established should be administered equally throughout the district. 4. My decision to place my name forward for the position of trustee was based on my familiarity with the parents and students of the community, my extensive experience in education and my concern about the continued erosion of local control of our schools. I have taught both elementary and secondary students in regular classroom and special ed. assignments. I have also taught at the university level and served on boards related to teacher qualifications and personnel practices at the local, provincial and national level. One thing that has remained constant in B.C. education is top down changes, imposed on districts by various provincial governments of both political parties. I feel the next three years can have a significant impact on the direction of education in our communities. I believe my background will serve me well in advocating for the students and schools of our district.

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Mostly candidates The more astute readers will notice we have a heavy, heavy focus on the municipal elections this week. However, instead of our reporters putting together the stories that might sway your vote, we’re letting the candidates do that, all in their own words. We invited them all, from Port Alice, Port McNeill, Alert Bay, Port Hardy, and Zeballos. We also asked candidates running for the school board and the regional district to take part. The questions were the same for all candidates in the same riding and were edited only for spelling errors and, in some cases, because of space restrictions. We did everything in our power to make sure all the candidates had a chance to tell you where they stood on particular issues. We talked to most and managed to, at the very least, leave messages for all the candidates. There are some candidates missing, however. We know of one who was unavailable because she was on a cruise, another who simply refused and yet another candidate who’s baffled us by not responding to our requests via email, telephone and even Facebook. Whatever the reasons, we want to restate every single candidate was given the opportunity to appear in this week’s paper to promote themselves for the Nov. 19 race. And we’re expecting races in several areas, not the least of which is in Port Hardy where it was standing room only at the Civic Centre Monday night where Port Hardy and School District 85 candidates met the public. It was great to see, given the abysmal number of folks who turned out to vote three years ago.

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The response of North Islanders to fundraising events for a Port Alice family overwhelmed organizers and raised $14,000.

Vandals struck again last week. It doesn’t mattter where because the crimes are becoming more common with no real solutions in sight.

‘Occupy’ is just another squat VICTORIA – A full three weeks after the Occupy Wall Street protest camp sprang up in New York City, a few stragglers announced they were almost ready to “Occupy Maple Ridge” and “Occupy Revelstoke.” Perhaps other pathetic protests are still being dreamed up around B.C. But most have already packed up, and in places such as Prince George, these anti-capitalist rallies never led to an illegal squat. Let’s be clear about our squats, the ones in Canada and particularly B.C. They are explicitly anti-capitalist and statist in their message, which is presumably why they were funded by government unions. Despite the free food, power and porta-potties, these squats quickly became filthy and dangerous as the chronic street drug population replaced the spoiled young drummers and hula-

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hoopers who camped out to curse corporations on their iPhones. And yes, squats are still illegal here, following a unanimous October decision of the B.C. Court of Appeal against David Arthur Johnston. This pretend-homeless guy’s antics are at the root of the latest squatter outbreak. Victoria and its courts caved in to Johnston and allowed camping on public property at night. But he demanded 24-hour

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At Occupy Victoria, which I visited a few times before it descended into another needle park, signs warned against “chem trails,” smart meters and corporations. Campers were urged to “nationalize finance, energy and food” industries. Five-year plan for tractor production, anyone? Nationalizing banks is also at the top of Occupy Vancouver’s long, pretentious list of demands. Why is this stale leftist ideology so pervasive? Here’s a hint. The union representing these kids’ teachers is demanding higher corporate taxes to pay for their typically selfserving, financially illiterate contract demands. In B.C.’s most “progressive” cities, we’re getting used to encountering public areas fouled by vomit, feces and used needles. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter for Black Press. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

squatting rights, because some supposedly homeless people are supposedly insomniacs too. Turns out there were plenty of shelter beds on which to snooze away the day or night, and his vague claim of a constitutional right to camp on public property was summarily dismissed. I had a brief exchange with an Occupy Vancouver “organizer,” one Min Reyes, as she tried to rouse the reluctant radicals of Maple Ridge. Reyes defines herself in her Twitter profile as “Flirting with Anarchism while making love to Socialism,” which sums up B.C.’s occupy movement as well as anything. After majoring in Marxism at SFU, she moved on to BCIT’s journalism program, but dropped out after a couple of weeks because her studies “compromised my personal values.” Turns out BCIT is all about “skills” to get a “job.” Bummer. A member of

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LETTERS editor@northislandgazette.com

Fish farms, DFO not to be believed Dear editor, In response to the letter by Ian Roberts of Marine Harvest (Nov 3 Gazette: Salmon virus not traced to B.C); his claim his industry never had ISA in their B.C. farms holds no assurance it is not here, for when did the province, the DFO, or the industry last tell the truth? That the industry’s farm fish vet, Dr. Gary Marty, has not replied to repeated requests that he let independent researchers know what tests he performed on 4,700 farmed salmon he claims didn’t have the virus is moot. Further, the province stated this year no foreign eggs are imported into B.C., although mil-

lions of imported eggs are the norm. Worse, their fish farm disease data wrested from secrecy at the Cohen Inquiry shows they imported eggs from a facility in Iceland not up to required Canadian Import standards. And who waived the requirement at the industry’s demand? None other than DFO’s Laura Richards. Further data showed a batch of eggs coming into Canada from this facility had to be destroyed. Meanwhile, ex-minister Gail Shea has assured us repeatedly all eggs coming into B.C. are screened vigilantly, and refuses all warnings to stop the

"... when did the province, the DFO or the industry last tell the truth?"

practice. The untruthfulness never ends, because expansion agendas require it. Why will it be any different with ISA threatening to bring down their house of cards? If the truth were its goal, why did not DFO request another test be done on those two stricken sockeye in tandem with Dr. Fred Kibenge at the renowned OIE

(World Animal Health Organization), lab also recognized for its excellence. This would have avoided wasted time and doubt as to the truth of the matter. Now, with the probability ISA is shedding an estimated 60,000 pathogens an hour into our waters, DFO is taking absolutely no precautionary measures to contain it. No testing in the rivers, nor the lake the stricken

sockeye came from, nor on any wild salmon while they are still spawning in the rivers. All the fish gathered to date for analysis have been brought in by independent researchers fighting to keep our wild salmon coming home. Mr. Roberts’ industry tries to shift the blame onto Atlantics introduced into B.C. in the early 1900s, insinuating they could be responsible for ISA being here, a specious argument. In the first place, those Atlantics did not survive the experiment. In the second place, even if they had, being uncaged and free in the ocean would have protected them from the stress and resultant immunity suppression that invites infec-

tion and virulent mutant strains. Thirdly, in nature sick fish are picked off by predators as they fall ill, curbing natural outbreaks. Nature does not fool around with her principles for survival. The agenda and practices by this industry in B.C., aided and abetted by DFO, are proving to the public neither can be trusted even off the porch. Let us hope that other countries will come forth to help show this industry how to behave in no uncertain terms, and swiftly — lest our teeming north Pacific and its magnificent tribes be lost forever to graft and greed. Mary Russell Port Hardy

Why smash Keep Port McNeill's culture our pumpkins? Dear editor, Dear people who smashed our pumpkins: Mrs. Keuber grew us pumpkins in her garden. She shared her pumpkins with us. We measured the pumpkins. We weighted them. Aren’s sister came and helped us clean out the pumpkins. We counted the seeds in groups of ten. Then we carved our Jack-o-Lanterns. We took pictures and recorded how many seeds were in our pumpkins. Our teacher took the pumpkins to Byng Road and she put them in the bushes beside the road. Last night someone smashed our Jack-oLanterns! We are sad because people smashed our Jack-oLanterns! Please don’t do this again. Why would you smash OUR Jack-o-Lanterns? Mrs. Soltau-Heller’s K-Grade 1 Class Eagle View Elementary, Port Hardy

Letters to the editor

Dear editor, The election for mayor and town council is fast approaching for Port McNeill. Having read the information put out by the candidates running for office, a lot of it appears to be just hollow rhetoric. Our

town has been exceptional compared to many others — stable and economically healthy. Change for the sake of change can be a very dangerous thing. Port McNeill started out

as a logging camp and has a culture and heritage to be proud of but there appears to be a swing towards the Green Movement and disregard for the importance of forestbased industries in favour of eco-tourism.

Voters should be mindful of protecting our logging culture, heritage and rural way of life. Murray Cantelon Port McNeill

Help wean China off dirty coal Dear editor: With China poised to become the world’s largest economy, and India’s middle class already larger than Canada’s entire population, the strategy to expand B.C.’s trading relationship with Asia is more than just sound, it’s essential to B.C.’s future. However, from an environmental perspective, China

is also the world’s largest consumer of coal with about 70% of their electricity coming from burning coal. At their current rate of economic growth and coal consumption, China’s carbon dioxide emissions could potentially equal the world’s entire current carbon dioxide output by 2030. To their credit, the Chinese

government is investing heavily in renewable energy. China has the world’s largest solar and wind production industry and the most installed wind energy in the world. Unfortunately, it’s just not enough yet to keep up with China’s massive, growing need for electricity. Increased trade with the Asia Pacific is essential. But

for all our sakes, and for future generations, trade with the Asia Pacific should also include a generous amount of B.C.’s expertise in renewable energy technology to help China and other Asia Pacific countries move away from coal and clean up their energy supplies. Marney Hogan Langley

The goal is to publish every letter, so keep them brief, clear and to the point. Be hard on the problem, not the person; skip quotes except where readily confirmable; accept editing for length and legality. Include full name and home community (plus phone number to confirm authorship). Mail, fax, email or drop off c/o the editor by 4:00 pm Friday.

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Civic Election November 19, 2011 1. Having worked and still No photo done on the side and fronts of buildings, drawing people to work with youth in Alert Bay I know there just isn’t enough available cover the entire island. 3. This is no longer about recreational activities for them Kim Mercer me or you its about us, as out there. citizens. More programs can be We must support our local services or offered up at the community hall, like we’ll lose them. a youth club with no capital costs. We have to support our locals busi2. We need to continue to work with the ‘Namgis First Nations in develop- nesses or they are going to go. I believe in this island, I believe and ing and promoting all kinds of tourism here, such as eco-tourism, recreational know that I could make a difference given the opportunity. and even eductional tourism. I will get the job done. I would love to see huge murals

Alert Bay CANDIDATES WERE ASKED THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: 1. What’s the No. issue in Alert Bay 2. What would you do or propose to bolster Alert Bay’s sluggish economic situation? 3. Why should people vote for you?

sector that will provide a 1. The number one issue wider range of goods and continues to be how to build services to our residents a new economy for a comand visitors alike. munity that was for many 3. I am a 7-year resident decades reliant solely on the of Alert Bay who wishes to commercial fishing industry. Doug Aberrly give back to the communiOur challenge has been to ty where I live. I would be set the stage for economic a second term Councilor revitalization through the building of strategic new infrastruc- who has learned a great deal over ture, and by building a collaborative a first three years in office. I have local economic development agenda served as Deputy Mayor and as the with our neighbours, the ‘Namgis appointed Alert Bay representative to the Regional District of Mount First Nation. 2. First, we must continue to Waddington. My goals would be to smartly operate our municipal gov- work closely with Mayor Berry to ernment in a way that works to both complete projects that are already maintain and carefully improve the on the go, and to continue to seek all quality of life for all residents of possible outside financial resources our island community. And second, to implement a creative agenda of we must support the growth of a additional cost-effective improvemore stable and diverse businesses ments to our resilient community.

Casey Chapman

1. The economy. I believe we must support business within the village as best we can without creating an undue burden on the other rate payers. 2. This has proven a delicate balancing act. Attracting new businesses to the Bay in the present economic climate is difficult but I believe we’re beginning to see some gains. The present council has achieved

much in it’s last term and there is much left to do. Through grants from both the provincial and federal government, we’ve been able to start a number of impressive infrastructure projects with very little cost to the local tax payers. 3. I am proud of what council has achieved thus far and am looking forward to continuing this work.

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supported property, Robert 1. I encourage Scott elementary school? BCPSEA and BCTF to Robert Scott Elementary negotiate in good faith needs to be heated and with a view of a settlecleaned on a regular basis so ment in the near future the building doesn’t deterioand forget all the sherate and renting out the gym nanigans. and other rooms helps cover 2. What can SD 85 Leightan Wishart some of the costs. do to keep schools open 4. I have been on the North in the face of potential Island for 20 years and on the funding cuts? At this point we are not expecting Board of Education for the past nine funding cuts this year, but trustees years. I am committed to getting continue to lobby the Ministry of the most education for the students Education to find a funding formula from the funding we receive from, that works for Boards of Education and I continue to lobby for more and the children of the north island. stable funding so we can offer better 3. Is SD 85 undercutting private learning environments with more business by renting out a publicly choices.

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Port Alice CANDIDATES WERE ASKED THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

1. Having an understanding of municipal structure and financial management, my biggest challenge will be to bring other council Beth Thompson members “up to speed” regarding the Village’s jurisdictional responsibilities, and financial position. 2. The imbalance cannot be solely viewed from a financial perspective, as “value for money” must be measured for the social and community value that this facility represents. The arena is to be maintained and protected, as the village would never

1. With a nearly full turnover on council, what challenges will you face? 2. The arena has a quarter-million dollar annual operating budget, but realizes only a fraction of that in revenue. What can be done to offset the imbalance? be able to recreate this facility. 3. Port Alice is experiencing a dwindling number of families. What can be done to entice more 3. Promote, recruit, and mentor people to move to Port Alice? small business, as well as diverse 4. Why should people vote for you? industries, ensuring that the prospective put out to the “world” is that Port Alice is open for business; that new ventures will succeed. 4. We need accountability, and leadership to make important choices for our future. The skills of all community members must be appreciated and utilized, bringing many visions to the table. My past success in “public serBuilding a vice” in the capacity of municipal greener tomorrow services, coupled with my years of owning and operating businesses, From material to design, JELDequips me with the required skills WEN is paving the way for a more to provide the stability that will be energy-efﬁcient, healthier and required sustain our community.

3. At the same time as we 1. I would like to assist are seeing some families in getting new council up not willing to live in Port to speed on how to deal Alice we are seeing some with business at committee that are quite happy to call meetings and council meetPort Alice their home. We ings in a timely manner. are also seeing many young 2. This has been a probfamilies in Port Alice and lem for many years in Port Don Vye it won’t be too many years Alice yet in a small comand there will be a need to munity the arena is a valuopen more classrooms. able recreational asset. I 4. I believe I bring a fair and hondon’t believe that Port Alice is the only North Island community that is est approach to Village Council. I heavily subsidizing their arena and have served two terms on council I think the solution needs to be a and I would like to continue working for the people of Port Alice. North Island solution.

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November 9 Port Alice Business Fair, 7-9 p.m., Community Centre. No table fee, network, advertise, meet employers and drum up new business. To register or FMI, call the Community Centre at 250-284-3912.

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November 11 Sointula Museum will be opening from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. to honour our veterans. Everyone is invited to view the exhibits. If you have any family memorabilia that you could loan us for the day please call Sue at 250-9732316. Refreshments will be served.

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November 19 35th Annual Sointula Winterfestival, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the community halls. Free admission, just a five-minute walk from the ferry dock. Info, Carmen at 250-9732005. November 19 Annual Pie Auction, 6 p.m., Avalon Adventist Junior Academy of Port Hardy. November 19 Rick James, author of West Coast Wrecks & Other Maritime Tales, presentation & book signing at the Port Hardy Museum. Light refreshments. 1 p.m. November 20 Port Alice Christmas Creations Craft Fair at the community centre, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Hand-made treasures from crafters throughout the Island, delicious food, festive atmosphere. Balloons and day-care for the kids. To register table space or for more info, call the community centre eves at 250-284-3912.

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November 20 Hardy Bay Seniors hamburger/hot dog sale, 11 a.m.2:30 p.m. at the Seniors Centre, 9150 Granville St. Cost by donation. November 26 The Reel North Island Film Festival continues with a presentation of The Guard, 7:30 p.m., Port Hardy Secondary School Theatre. Doors open 7 p.m. Tickets $8.50, available at Cafe Guido and Fort Rupert General Store. November 26-27 Mount Waddington Highland Dance Association presents the sixth annual Celtic Christmas, Highland dancing with a contemporary, holiday twist. Shows Saturday at 6:30 p.m., Gatehouse Community Theatre, Port McNeill; and Sunday at 1 p.m. at Port Hardy Secondary School Theatre. Raffle baskets, concession. Tickets $10, available in advance at A&W and at Cafe Guido in Port Hardy and at The Flower Shoppe in Port McNeill. Info, Shelley, 250-956-4662 or Brenda, 250-949-7650. December 2 Port Alice Gingerbread House Decorating & Ornament Making - A fun filled night for the whole family as we officially kick off the Christmas season! 6:30 p.m. at the Port Alice Community Centre. Info, community centre at 250-284-3912.

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December 2-3 Portside Academy of Performing Arts third annual presentation of the Nutcracker ballet, 7 p.m. both days at Sunset Elementary School. Tickets $10, available in advance at Portside’s Studio on Cedar Street in Port McNeill. Info, Alana 250-230-0825. December 3 Christmas Showcase 2011. Previous exhibitors will receive application forms in mid-summer. Contact Lioness Anne Dumonceaux by email: marcanne@telus. net or phone 250-956-3770. December 4 Second Annual Santa Claus Parade 4 p.m. FLOATS NEEDED! Please contact Angie Clance at 250-9497248, or email aclance@monk.ca. December 4 Annual Christmas Tree Lighting in Port Alice, 7 p.m. at Port Alice Fire Hall. Hot chocolate, carol singing and goodies. Info, community centre, 250-284-3912.

December 5 Ladies Dessert Night at the Port Alice Community Centre. A great way to kick off Christmas for all the ladies in town! December 10 Hardy Bay Seniors annual Christmas Bake Sale, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the seniors centre, 9150 Granville St. Come out and support the seniors.

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Port Alice cont. ... 1. It is more of a challenge to stay still in these complex and rapidly changing waters. New councillors will provide a new course for the village, kept afloat by the staff, and with our compass, the people, we will succeed. Marc Brackett 2. The arena is central to our identity and recreation. We cannot increase costs to most arena users, so I see few changes. We can promote to increase use, but at the end of the day the arena stays. 3. Blessed with natural beauty and resources our village will prosper despite short term declines. In the long term we need to encourage entrepreneurs and development; in the short term we must keep the services here by using them ourselves and working with input from the village’s employers. Immediately we have to elect young councillors! 4. I’ll listen and keep listening to those I represent. I’ll work for transparency; without it our bureaucracy is little more than a mechanism for evading responsibility. I’ll focus on ensuring the recreational and services are here to stay and on building our village in a way that ensures its long term success. I will work hard for you. Please vote for me.

1. We all will have a steep learning curve. 2. Promoting higher usage, finding new usage outside of the box. That way is preferable to the alternative of higher usage fees. This will also be helped by attracting, and keepScott Roberts ing in the community, more people, especially young families. 3. Promoting the strengths of the community, and finding ways to offer more opportunities for all members of the community. This is especiallyimportant for the youth and the spouses and children of those who come here for a job. We have a challenge to get all people engaged in community life and activities. 4. I believe in transparency and honesty, if asked a question I will answer it or tell you why I can’t or am not allowed to answer it. I want to see the community thrive and grow and feel this will happen if we are successful at attracting new people and young families. I do not want this to become a community of transients that are just here for a job. I don’t have all the answers or ideas. Public service to me means just that, I will serve the public. If elected I will work for the people of Port Alice.

Semi-auto swiped Aleister Gwynne Gazette staff A high-powered rifle is just one of the items swiped from a lakeside cabin. The robbery occurred sometime between Sep. 1 and Nov. 1 and stolen items include a red Honda generator and a new Norinco SKS 762 semi-automatic high powered rifle with bayonet. Police said they’re are not con-

cerned the rifle could be used in additional crimes because no ammo was stolen, said Port Hardy RCMP staff Sgt. Anna Marie Mallard. “We have had no new developments,” she said. Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact Port Alice RCMP at 250-284-3353 or, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477. You call is anonymous.

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North Island Life There’s no biz like Port McNeill biz Gazette staff PORT McNEILL — Progressive Diesel was named Business of the Year and Dynamic Massage earned Small Business of the Year honours to highlight the annual Port McNeill and District Chamber of Commerce 2011 awards gala Saturday at the Community Centre. The event featured a dinner catered by Sportsman’s Grill and accompanied by pianist Kate Pineda. Afterward, attendees were treated to the humour and homespun stylings of Generation Gap, a trio made up of local musicians Gordon Henschel, Ron Mollinga and Craig Murray. Chris Sharpe and Jason Wachter accepted the Business of the Year plaque from chamber president Sharon Barratt on behalf of Progressive Diesel, capping off a list of category winners recognized throughout the evening. In other business and group service catagories, the Public Safety Award was accepted by Aaron Frost for the Coast Guard Auxiliary;

Terry Ruth Eissfeldt accepted the New Business Award on behalf of Gatehouse Theatre; and Julie York collected the Small Business Award for Dynamic Massage on behalf of her daughter, proprietor Nicole York. Several individuals were also honoured in the event, which was emceed by Chuck Lok and included a historical presentation by Annie Leblanc. Alyson HaganJohnson was named Senior of the Year; Debbie Anderson was selected Volunteer of the Year; Riley Bateman of Marketplace IGA was presented the Customer Service Excellence Award; Environmentalist Jackie Hildering, who presented a slideshow of her Marine Dectective photos early in the evening, was given the Green Award; Cheryl Jorgenson was honoured with the Chamber Spirit Award; and Ron Downey won the Professional Merit Award, which was accepted by his son, Mackenzie Downey.

Clockwise from left: Jackie Hildering accepts the Green Award from Port McNeill Chamber of Commerce president Sharon Barratt during the chamber’s annual awards dinner and gala Saturday at the Community Centre; Ron Mollinga, Gordon Henschel and Craig Murray entertain onstage; Terry Ruth Eissfeldt and Barratt pose for a photo as Eissfeldt accepts the New Business of the Year award for Gatehouse Theatre; Cheryl Jorgenson becomes emotional while being presented the Chamber Spirit Award by Chris Sharpe; Riley Bateman accepts the Customer Service Excellence Award; Mackenzie Downey stands in for his father, Ron Downey, to accept the Professional Merit Award. J.R. Rardon photos

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Silent Auction Paintings The works of art will be displayed in many places on the North Island and will be rotated from time to time so everyone can have an opportunity to bid on them. For 31 years the North Island Hamper Fund has been providing those in need with a traditional Christmas dinner and presents for the children. Each hamper is tailored to the

size of the family and the age and gender of all children, so that there is enough to go around and each family’s holiday is special and unique. We serve every community in the North Island region, over the years you’ve helped us raise hundreds of thousands of dollars, money that’s helped thousands of North Island people have a better Christmas.

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Just call them the North Island’s own group of seven. In an incredibly generous move, seven of the North Island’s top artists have donated eight pieces of work to be sold in a silent auction, with all proceeds to go to the Gazette’s Hamper Fund. The pieces include: • Mt. Cain, Autumn Blueberries by the Gazette’s own Gordon Henschel. • Jessie Roland’s painting of San Jo. • Mammalilaculla Island Totem- by Heather Brown. • Shirley Dougall’s Cathedral Grove. • Heron on the Move by Lyn Barton. • Rainforest and Ryan’s Pickup, both prints by Bob Hemphill. • Rita Grier’s Magnolia.

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Dancers take stage Gazette staff Young North Island dancers will brighten the holidays and show off their skills in a pair of upcoming events in Port Hardy and Port McNeill. On Nov. 26-27, the Mount Waddington Highland Dance Association will pres-

Three-time JUNO-Award winner David Francey is flanked by guitarists Chris Coole and Mark Westberg during Saturday’s concert at Port Hardy Civic Centre. Below, Francey gestures while telling a story. J.R. Rardon photos

Folk icon delivers A review by J.R. Rardon PORT HARDY — First and foremost, David Francey is a consummate storyteller. He just happens to have an uncanny ability to set those stories to memorable and accessible melody and deliver them in a voice as warm and comfortable as a favourite old sweater. Folk music fans on the North Island Saturday were treated for the first time to Francey’s aural alchemy Saturday as the North Island Concert Society kicked off its 14th season at the Civic Centre. Francey, who was backed by Mark Westburg on guitar and by Chris Coole on banjo and guitar, has toured throughout North America and Europe in the nine years since walking away from a career in carpentry to take up music full-time. But, while the three-time JUNO Award-winner has previously played on Vancouver Island, it was his first visit to Port Hardy. “I’ve never been this far up the Island. The GPS said, ‘Here there be dragons,’” Francey joked before launching into an a cappella version of Borderlands, one of two vocal-only

“I’ve never been this far up the Island. The GPS said, ‘Here there be dragons.’” David Francey

pieces he shared with an audience of more than 200 appreciative fans. The vocal pieces were fitting, as Francey does his songwriting without an accompanying instrument. On the other hand, the sublime fretwork and picking of Westberg and Coole created a perfect counterpoint to his Scotsaccented vocal on a range of songs from his nine-album catalogue. Much like his recordings, a Francey concert is a no-frills exercise in music. Without the benefit of an instru-

ment to lean on — or hide behind — Francey stands alone at a microphone, hands in his pockets or folded behind his back as he delivers tales of love, loss, travel, workingclass life and, especially, reflections on the news. The trio is currently touring in support of his latest release, Late Edition, which came out in April. Port Hardy was the 35th stop out of 50 scheduled on what his playing companions jokingly refer to as the “Tour de Francey”. Each song is intro-

duced by a story, which may or may not directly describe the tune in question. Francey began his introduction to Grateful, one of several songs from Late Edition, by describing it as a love song for his wife Beth. But by the time he wrapped up the intro and Westberg plucked out the opening notes on his guitar, Francey’s tale had veered from Beth’s formidable gardening skills to the hand-digging of a koi pond to trapping a feral cat in his barn — followed by a sales pitch to the audience for a great deal on a slightly used, ill-tempered cat. At no time did the crowd grow restless, however, and it coaxed a pair of encore tunes from the trio before Francey and his mates retired to sign CDs and chat with the patrons on their way out into the rain. The NICS will take a break through the holidays before returning with the second event in its five-concert, 201112 series Jan. 14, featuring the Afro-Cuban and latin rhythms of Adonis Puentes and his band. More information on the society is available at niconcert.ca; for music and info on David Francey, visit davidfrancey.com.

ent its sixth annual Celtic Christmas, with a 6:30 p.m. show Friday at Gatehouse Theatre in Port McNeill and a 1 p.m. Saturday matinee at Port Hardy Secondary School theatre. Tickets are $10 and available in advance at Cafe Guido and A&W in Port Hardy and The

Flower Shoppe in Port McNeill. On Dec. 2-3, Portside Academy of Performing Arts presents its third annual Nutcracker ballet, at 7 p.m. each night at Sunset Elementary School. Tickets are $10 at The Flower Shoppe or by calling Alana at 250-230-0825.

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Mount Waddington RD 1. What’s the No.1 issue in Area C? 2. What do you plan to do in office? 3. Why should people vote for you? 1. Area C has the greatest population and highest number of communities of any area in the Regional District. In addiRod Sherrell tion to the specific needs of each community are regional services such as our transit system, health network and waste management. It’s important to ensure all communities have a voice in how the services are developed and maintained. 2. Initially I would get staff to update me on status of things and then attend upcoming APC and LCC meetings. I would also make myself available to attend council meetings of the First nations com1. Area C is composed of six diverse communi- munities. 3. As a former director ties, but all of them are facing the same issues as for Area C and chair of the the rest of the region: lack of employment opportunities, lack of health services, limited educa- regional board, I’m aware tional opportunities, services for seniors and First of the responsibilities of the position as well as the opporNations representation on the Regional District. 2. Continue with the projects I’ve been working tunity it provides to promote the growth of our communion during my first term. Norm Prince 3. I work hard for my constituents, at the local ties. I look back with satisfacand Provincial level. I have a strong level of com- tion at the work accomplished mitment at the community level, two examples are during my last terms. These include the water treatment MADD North Island and Ragged Edge Community Network. Using my leadership and organizational skills, I believe that I can plant for Coal Harbour, estabbe an asset to the North Island during a time of economic and social lishment of sewer service area change. I can collaborate to make our Regional District Board stron- for Hyde Creek, location for ger and more visionary which in turn benefits all of our North Island the Quatsino museum and the introduction of the regional communities. transit service. 1. Communication and trust. People need to know issues will be dealt with openly and fairly, concerns will be met with courtesy, and decisions are going to be made up front where everyone can see. 2. As director my initial step would be to make sure I’m available and accessible. Gathering input from the six Area C comAndrew Hory munities is essential if we are to work as a team to prioritize and address the outstanding concerns in each of these unique locations. 3. I work hard to be fair and I care about people as individuals. I don’t need people to agree with me in order to respect and work well with them. I have proven in my role on the Coal Harbour LCC and the Coal Harbour Fire Department that I understand the roles of local government, that I stand up for issues that matter, and that I work hard for the community. I have the strength and kindness to lead diverse communities and opinions to working solutions. I recognize that at the end of the day it is not about what I can do, but what we can do together.

Zeballos Julie Colborne

1. What’s the No.1 issue in Zeballos? I believe the number one issue in Zeballos is community involvement. Sure, the economy is bad, people are losing jobs or having to leave their homes for extended periods to go to work, our infrastructure is getting old, the road coming in etc, etc, but I feel that when there is a good community spirit in a place and people are connected to each other, it makes all of these issues much easier to handle. 2. What would you do to bolster the sluggish economic situation? There is no one answer for this question…It will take hard work, determination and some thinking out of the box to make positive change in our economic situation. Buying locally is something that everyone can do. Using the services available in your own community is important. 3. Why should people vote for you? This has been my first term as a councillor, and the learning curve is huge. There is so much to learn, and I believe I have finally hit my stride and now have enough knowledge about local government to be able to represent my community with confidence. I have found my voice. I believe people in my community find me approachable and so they can to come to me to get answers to their questions or get issues put on the table and discussed. My work here is not yet done and I would like the opportunity to continue as councillor.

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on deck Tell us about items of interest to the sports community. November 11 Commercial hockey Warriors at Islanders, 8 p.m., Port Alice; Devils at Bulls, 9:30 p.m., Port Hardy. November 11-13 Minor hockey Port Hardy atom tournament at Don Cruickshank Memorial Arena. Games begin 5 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. Sunday. Concession, raffle table, puck toss, 50/50 draws. November 12 Girls hockey Port McNeill peewees host Campbell River, 12:30 p.m., Port McNeill. Rep hockey North Island Eagles atoms host Campbell River, 4 p.m., Port McNeill. Co-ed hockey Talons vs. Wildtimers, 8 p.m., Port McNeill.

Girls hockey team takes ice J.R.Rardon Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— It’s not exactly A League of their Own, but the young ladies of the TriPort Minor Hockey Association will have the spotlight to themselves for the first time Saturday. The newly formed TriPort peewee girls team will host the Campbell River Tyees at 12:30 p.m. at Chilton Regional Arena in the first all-girls game for the local association. The team was assembled and is coached by Boni Sharpe with managing assistance from Miles Trevor. The 15 players are a mix of Port McNeill, Port Hardy and Port Alice

skaters who also practice and compete with the boys in their local house programs. “It was a big commitment for all the girls and their families because they’re playing with their other teams,” said Sharpe, who is also the head coach for TriPort Minor Hockey. “They’ve all bought into it; there was not a blink of an eye about the commitment.” The team practices every other Sunday in Port McNeill, and had its first tune-up for Saturday’s game in a fun scrimmage last Thursday against the boys of the Port McNeill peewee squad. “That was our first get-together time actu-

"We're treating it almost as a pilot program and seeing how the numbers are." Boni Sharpe

ally playing on the ice,” said Sharpe. “I couldn’t believe how well they worked together; it was magic.” The girls led for part of the game and actually controlled play before losing by one goal. But Sharpe believes the die has been cast for expanded opportunities for local girls in the sport. “There’s been a big push through BC Hockey to get this up

and running,” Sharpe said. “For so many years it’s been girls playing on mixed teams and not having any other options.” Local female skaters have competed on all-girls teams in recent years. Ashlynne Moore, Kaileigh Wilson and Samantha Duytcyvich of Port McNeill and Carly and Emily Heavenor of Port Hardy were among the local players who skated with competi-

tive midget girls teams made up of players from the Comox Valley, Campbell River and the North Island. But this is the first time a recreational club has been made up entirely of TriPort girls players. For this year, the skaters will play only in exhibition games, but if the program can be maintained and expanded, it has the opportunity to compete in a regular schedule with as many as eight or nine other girls-only teams on the Island. “We’re treating it almost as a pilot program, and seeing how the numbers are,” said Sharpe, who looked into starting such a team a year ago. “We want to

be sure it doesn’t hurt our house teams.” Since word got out about the team’s formation, Sharpe has received almost daily calls or emails from other programs interested in playing the peewees. They have already been scheduled into a nine-team girls tournament in Oceanside during Christmas break. And Sharpe hopes seeing the girls compete in exhibitions like Saturday’s game in Port McNeill will spark interest among other potential players on the North Island. “We’re hoping at registration next year we have double the interest,” she said.

November 13 Rep hockey North Island Eagles atoms host Campbell River, 8 a.m., Port McNeill. B League hockey North Islanders vs. Smokers, 8:45 p.m., Port Hardy. November 18 Commercial hockey Islanders at Warriors, 9:15 p.m., Port Hardy. November 18-20 Minor hockey Port McNeill bantam tournament at Chilton Regional Arena. Concession, raffle table, 50/50 draws. Game schedule tba. November 19 Rep hockey North Island Eagles atoms host Comox, 12:45 p.m., Port Alice; Eagles midgets host Kerry Park, 2:30 p.m., Port Alice. November 19 Minor hockey Port Hardy peanut jamboree. Concession, raffle table, more.

Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Team 2 goalie Ken Brown eyes the bouncing ball after making a save last Thursday during the Friendship Soccer Tournament at Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw School in Port Hardy. Below, students try to place cones on their heads during the halftime games; and Madyson Harris gets off a kick against Norman Charlie. J.R. Rardon and Sandy Grenier photos

How to have a ball Gazette staff PORT HARDY—Once again, the Fun Soccer Tournament at Gwa’sala’Nakwaxda’xw School lived up to its name. For three days, elementary school students from throughout the North Island filled the school gym with highflying action, laughter and, of course, smiles. Broken into sessions

by age group, the tournament featured one day of play for grade 2-3 players, another for grades 4-5 and a final round for grade 6-7 students. Each day featured halftime activities, including team relay races, silly games, “hot shots” with a radar gun and dribbling and ball trick demonstrations.

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From left: Port McNeill's Ethan Hunt strains to reach the puck after losing his footing during last weekend's Port McNeill Minor Hockey novice tournament at Chilton Regional Arena; Port Hardy's Koen Harwood plots his next move after losing his stick; Port McNeill's Tynan Klein-Beekman moves in from behind the net; Port Hardy goalie Skylar Warnock watches the puck bounce off the goalpost. J.R. Rardon photos

Tourney season kicks off Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— The host Port McNeill Minor Hockey novice program brought the most quantity to last weekend’s house tournament. They also did pretty well in the quality department. Split into two teams due to large turnout this season, the Port McNeill program failed to go unbeaten only because the two teams played each other in the five-team, round-robin tournament at Chilton Regional Arena. The Port McNeill Penguins went 4-0 against the Campbell River Bears and Eagles

teams and the Port Hardy Jets. The Orcas finished 2-1-1, with a 9-4 loss to the Penguins and an 8-8 tie against the Bears the only blemishes on their record. One of the best games of the tournament came when the unbeaten Penguins faced off with the winless Jets of Port Hardy, made up of many firstyear novices and quite a number of first-year skaters. Facing their toughest competition, the Jets put on their best effort before falling 7-6 to the Penguins. Ethan Bono had a hat trick and Joey Grant added a pair of goals

Sports Scoreboard 2011 Port McNeill Minor Hockey Novice Tournament Nov. 5-6 results Port McNeill Penguins 9, Port McNeill Orcas 4 Penguins goals: Joey Grant 6, Tristan Mardell 2, Ethan Hunt. Assists: Connor Van Will, Daunte McKinney. Orcas goals: Matthew Datos 2, Tyler Roper, Aiden Watson. Campbell River Bears 9, Campbell River Sharks 5 Port McNeill Penguins 7, Port Hardy 6 Penguins goals: Ethan Bono 3, J. Grant 2, Van Will, Skyler McGraw. Assists: Grant. Port Hardy goals: Zachary Noel 2, Keenan Saunders 2, David Klatt 2. Port McNeill Orcas 9, C.R. Sharks 3 Orcas goals: Roper 5, Kai Verbrugge 2, Tynan KleinBeekman, Watson. C.R. Bears 12, Port Hardy 6 Port Hardy goals: Saunders

2, Klatt, Sagel Wilson, Griffin Handley. Port McNeill Penguins 10, C.R. Sharks 7 Penguins goals: Bono 6, J. Grant 3, McKinney. Assists: McKinney, Kayden Jones. Port McNeill Orcas 8, C.R. Bears 8 Orcas goals: Roper 4, Verbrugge, Thomas Tenney, Watson, Cole Klughart. Assists: Roper 3, Chelsea Noël, Xander Rutherford. C.R. Sharks 6, Port Hardy 3 Port Hardy goals: Saunders 2, Koen Harwood. Port McNeill Penguins 10, C.R. Bears 6 Penguins goals: J. Grant 5, Bono 2, Mardell, William Grant. Assists: Mannie Browne 2, Justin Hilts 2, Bono 2, Van Will. Port McNeill Orcas 10, Port Hardy 1 Orcas goals: Roper 4, Klughart 2, Klein-Beekman 2, Watson 2. Assists: Klughart 3, Roper. Port Hardy goal: Saunders. Assist: Noel.

for the Penguins. The Jets were paced by two goals each from Zachary Noel, Keenan Saunders and David Klatt. The North Island tournament season con-

tinues this weekend as the Port Hardy Minor Hockey Association hosts its annual atom tournament at Don Cruickshank Memorial Arena.

Play begins at 5 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. Saturday and 8:30 a.m. Sunday. The tourney features a raffle table, 50/50 draws, concession and a puck toss Saturday.

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Notice to Port McNeill Residents Phase 6 of the Watermain Replacement Project has started. The streets affected in the phase are as follows: 1) Beach Drive from the Ferry Terminal to stairway to Broughton Boulevard 2) Cypress Street 3) Pine Street 4) Bayview Drive 5) Quatsino Crescent 6) Hemlock Street 7) Nimpkish Crescent 8) Cedar Street from McNeill Road to Campbell Way 9) Lower part of Pioneer Hill Drive 10) A small section of lower Campbell Way from Pioneer Hill Drive to Realty Office 11) Shelley Crescent There may be times when you do not have access to your driveway or off street parking for a day or so. Residents affected will be notified a day in advance. We are sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience. Port McNeill Public Works

ATHLETE of the Week CLAYTON BONO

The Port McNeill skater scored on a breakaway with 17 seconds remaining Sunday to lift the North Island Eagles atom development team to a 4-3 win over Peninsula and a sweep of their ﬁrst weekend road trip.

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Peewees fall, atoms sweep on road Gazette staff PORT HARDY — The scoring woes continued for the young North Island Eagles peewee rep hockey team Saturday. Unfortunately, that was coupled with an uncharacteristically soft defensive performance as the peewees absorbed a 9-2 defeat to the Nanaimo Clippers in Vancouver Island Hockey League Division 4 play at Don Cruickshank Memorial Arena Saturday. After spotting the visitors two goals each in the first period and the first half of the second period, the Eagles got on the scoreboard on a goal by Kenton Browne that sent the teams to intermission at 10:40 of the second. Another Clippers goal after ice-cleaning was followed by Browne’s sec-

ond tally of the game to make it 5-2, but that was all the offence the squad could muster and Nanaimo walked away by potting the final four goals of the game. Sean Pineda had two assists and Clayton McDonald contributed a helper for the Eagles in the loss. Browne, Pineda, goalie Nyck Ruel and defenseman Tyrell Davidson are the only second-year players back from last season’s peewee squad. With the North Island program having gone without an atom development program for the past two seasons, the rest of the roster is made up of skaters in their first year of rep hockey, most of them as first-year peewees who spent last year playing atom

North Island Eagles peewee Tyrell Davidson tries to stay with the puck after being upended J.R. Rardon photo Saturday in Port Hardy.

house hockey. Atoms sweep Clayton Bono’s break-

away goal with 17 seconds remaining Sunday lifted the surprising Eagles atom development team to a 4-3

win over Peninsula and a sweep of their first road trip in Division 3 league play. On Saturday, the Eagles edged the Saanich Braves 5-4 to kick off the trip. The road wins promptly lifted the Eagles to the top of the Division 4 standings, tied with Comox with a 2-0 record. The atoms will play a pair of exhibition games against Campbell River in Port McNeill this weekend. Against Saanich Saturday, the Eagles out-chanced the hosts throughout the contests but were stymied by a solid goaltender. Trailing 4-3 entering the third period, they atoms finally broke through with the tying and go-ahead goals over the final 20 minutes. On Sunday at Peninsula, the Eagles never trailed but found themselves locked in a tie and back on their heels for much of the final period.

Cockell paces Warriors Gazette staff PORT HARDY — Shelby Cockell scored back-to-back goals to snap a second-period tie and finished with a hat trick as the Port Hardy Warriors topped

the crosstown Bulls 6-3 in North Island Commercial Hockey League play Friday at Don Cruickshank Memorial Arena. The Bulls tied the contest 3-3 on a score

Avalon leaps into lead Gazette staff PORT HARDY— After helping Cheslakees Elementary School of Port McNeill to last year’s Charlie Cup checkers championship, Stephanie Lacasse was back at it last week with a new school. Lacasse, now a student at Avalon Adventist Academy in Port Hardy, was one of four winners from the school last week during checkers games held at the Friendship Soccer Tournament at Gwa’sala’Nakwaxda’xw School. Kaisha Cook, Kira Corsi and Seryna Hanuse also claimed wins for Avalon by sweeping five-game matches against tournament host David Lyon of Sointula. The four wins vaulted

Avalon to the top of the standings with four points to one each for Sunset Elementary and for Wagalus School of Fort Rupert. Grace Dawson of Wagalus produced the first winner during last week’s soccer tournament, besting Lyon during the grade 2-3 games Wednesday. Lacasse followed with her win Thursday during the grade 4-5 tourney, and the other winners came on Friday as the grade 6-7 students took their turn. C h e s l a k e e s Elementary of Port McNeill was converted to a kindergarten and early learning centre after winning its third straight Charlie Cup championship last spring, with its grade 1-5 students folded into Sunset Elementary.

by Barney Wilson at 10:19 of the second period. Cockell followed with the game-winner at 12:40 and added an insurance score at the 15:11 mark to push the

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Bantams swept Flying high after opening the preseason with a 6-0 record in exhibition and placement-round games, the Eagles were brought back to earth, last weekend with a 6-3 loss at Oceanside followed by a stinging 12-2 defeat Sunday in Comox.

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“We spent the last two minutes of the third (period) in our end, desperately trying to get the puck out and blocking shots,” atoms head coach Marty Gage said. “Then Bono pokes the puck past the defenseman and goes in on a breakaway.” Gage credited strong positional play and the work of goaltenders Michael McLaughlin and Avary Miller with a pair of welldeserved road wins. “Those kind of victories are what brings teams together, and I’m proud of the kids.”

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Rembrance Day activities scheduled Port Alice Parade marshalling at the Community Centre at 10:40 a.m., followed by an 11 a.m. ceremony at the Legion Cenotaph. Hot dogs and hot chocolate for the kids and luncheon for the adults to follow inside the legion. Everyone Welcome.

Port McNeill Parade starts 10:30 a.m. at the Port McNeill Legion to the cenotaph, across from the McNeill Road medical

clinic, for the official ceremony. Adults are invited to the legion afterwards and there will be a lunch served for youth at North Island Secondary School. Port Hardy The parade assembles near the liquor store and marches to the cenotaph at 10:40 a.m. for Remembrance Day cer-

emonies. Afterwards, there’s an open house at the legion where the Ladies Auxiliary will

serve a free lunch, while kids can enjoy hot dogs and sodas at the Civic Centre, courtesy of the

Lions Club. Alert Bay Will have its Remembrance ceremony

inside the legion starting at 10:30 a.m. A free lunch for all follows the laying of the wreaths.

AROUND TOWN We’re moving! Coastal Community is pleased to announce that we are moving our Port McNeill Credit Union and Insurance branch to a new location. Starting mid-November you can find us at: 1597 Broughton Boulevard

From zero to 1,500

Members of the North Island Timing Association presented a $1,500 cheque to Port McNeill Fire Department Friday during its annual awards dinner at the Legion Hall. From left: Terry Mackay, Chris Sharpe, firefighter Dacen Brooks, Maureen Anderson, firefighter Dean Tait, NITA president J.R. Rardon photo Jeff Bowell and John Scott.

Following the move, you will continue to enjoy the same caring and helpful service and expert advice you have come to expect from us. The re-location allows us to offer a more integrated service approach to our valued members and clients. We look forward to welcoming you in our new location.

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Just For You! Thank You

On behalf of the Mt Waddington Highland Dance Association we would like to congradtulate the following winners and thank everyone else who participated in our raffle draw.

In Loving Memory of Donald Richard Gordon Your presence I miss, Your memory I treasure, Loving you always, Forgetting you never.

September raffle 1st prize Kathy Smith of Port Hardy 2nd prize Serge Martell of Port McNeill 3rd prize Rob Brand of Port Hardy

Pat & Alta Johnstone (wonderful neighbours) Jason & Windsor staff

November raffle 1st prize Craig Ferguson of Port Hardy (donated 250.00 back) 2nd prize Dan Parohl of Port Hardy 3rd prize Dave McLaughlin of Port Hardy

Phil Kelly Roxel Barroso JUNE 2, 1948 TO NOVEMBER 15, 2009

Courtesy of Island Foods you receive a free pop with every Just for You Placed in the Gazette!

On behalf of Code 3 Charters, we would like to thank those who made this yearÕs Haunted House a success.

Sadly missed along life’s way; Quietly remembered eveyday. No longer in my life to share; But in my heart Don You are always there. —Love always Mavis & Family

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Don’t give a break to B&E crooks Gazette staff Sure, the numbers show there’s less crime in B.C. these days. The Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General wants people to know break and enter

thefts from our homes and workplaces remain all too common, even as B.C.’s overall reported crime rate is at its lowest level in decades. Taking a walk around your

• Stow away tools and ladders that could become the means of entry. • Install deadbolts or interlocking bolt locks on exterior doors. • Do not leave a spare key on

home — with the following tips in mind — might help prevent it from happening to your family. *** • Lock up bicycles and other outdoor valuables.

the property. Leave one with a friend or trusted neighbour. • Treat your garage door clicker like a key - do not leave it in the car.

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All offers expire December 14, 2011. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. See Service Advisor for complete details. Applicable taxes and provincial levies not included. Dealer may sell for less. †† In order to receive a competitor’s advertised price: (i) tires must be purchased and installed at your participating Ford Dealer; (ii) customer must present the competitor’s advertisement (containing the lower price) which must have been printed within 30 days of the sale; and (iii) the tires being purchased must be the same brand, sidewall, speed and load ratings as shown in the competitive advertisement. Offer only available at participating Ford dealerships. This offer is valid on the cost of the tire only and does not include labour costs, valve stems, mounting, balancing, disposal, and taxes. Offer does not apply to advertised prices outside of Canada, in eBay advertisements, by tire wholesalers (including Costco) and online tire retailers, or closeout, special order, discontinued and clearance/liquidation offers. Offer may be cancelled or changed at any time without prior notice. See your Service Advisor for details. ‡‡ Rebate offers are manufacturer’s mail-in rebates. Rebates available on select Goodyear, Michelin, Bridgestone (AMEX branded prepaid card), Dunlop, BFGoodrich, Continental, Pirelli, and Yokohama tires. Offers are valid on qualifying sets of four tires, purchased and installed at participating locations during the respective promotion periods for each tire brand. Offer is valid on the cost of the tire(s) only and does not include labour costs, valve stems, mounting, balancing, disposal, and taxes. Amount of rebates, start dates and expiration dates vary depending on tire manufacturer. It is the responsibility of the customer to submit the required claim forms and proof of purchase to the relevant tire manufacturer with sufficient postage by the required deadline for that rebate offer. See your Service Advisor for complete details and claim forms. °Dealer may sell for less. Additional parts and service charges may apply. Excludes installation. Valid on most vehicles, makes, and models. Wheel compatibility is dependent on vehicle model and optional accessories. Please see your Dealer for fitments and pricing. **Storage term is at the dealer’s sole discretion, up to a maximum of one year. ‡Applies to single rear wheel vehicles only. Diesel models not eligible. ▼Based on a Ford Fusion V6 automatic that has a fuel consumption rating of 10L/100 km in combined city/highway driving (properly tuned), a one-year driving distance of 24,000 km and $1.02 per litre for gasoline. Improved fuel efficiency and emission reduction levels depend on model, year and condition of vehicle. *Up to 5 litres of oil. Disposal fees may be extra. Does not apply to diesel engines. ▲Ford Protection Plan is only available for non-commercial cars and light trucks. If an eligible Ford, Motorcraft® or Ford-approved part fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, wear out or rust through, it will be replaced at no charge as long as the original purchaser of the part owns the vehicle on which the part was installed. Labour is covered for the first 12 months or 20,000 km (whichever occurs first) after the date of nstallation. Emergency brake pads are not eligible under this plan. See Service Advisor for complete details and limitations † Offer applies to single rear wheel vehicles. Taxes and disposal fees extra. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) excluded. Dual rear wheel models qualify at additional cost. Up to 16 litres of oil. Disposal fees extra. ^While supplies last. Limit one (1) bottle per Diesel Works Fuel Economy Package service. “5 Shot” Anti-Gel & Performance Improver (PM-23-B) treats 473 litres of fuel. ■While supplies last. Limit of one (1) set of Motorcraft® Wiper Blades per Motorcraft® Brake Pads or Shoes service.

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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.

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Warehouse Lien Sale Please be advised that Dave Landon Motors will sell a 2005 Ford Mustang, serial number 1ZVFT82HX55160316, registered to a Ms. Rachel Hunt of Box 1686 Port Hardy, under the terms of the warehouse lien act to recover costs incurred of $2,046.59. The sale will take place on November 30, 2011 at Dave Landon Motors, located at 7150 Market St. Port Hardy, BC.

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

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

Dave was born on November 6, 1942 in Calgary, Alberta and passed away, surrounded by his family, on November 1st, 2011 in the Port McNeill Hospital at the age of 68 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Valerie; his children Candie (Don) of Port McNeill, Robyn (Jim) of Campbell River, and David (Melissa) also of Port McNeill; his grandchildren Christine, Kimberly, Kathleen, David, Jade, Jake and Mackenzie. Dave also leaves to mourn his brothers Henry and Chris; his sister Gerry (Curtis); Nicole Brooks; and many family and friends. Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s loves included hockey, camping, boating, wood working, and walking the beach at Cluxewe collecting shells to put in his garden. Dave was able to add a little more brightness to the world with his collection of solar lights. A Celebration of Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life will be held on Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 2 pm in the Lions Hall, 2897 Mine Road Port McNeill, BC. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, memorial donations to the Campbell River Hospital Cancer Care Clinic, 375 - 2nd Avenue, Campbell River, BC V9W 3V1 or to the Port McNeill Hospital Palliative Care Unit, 2750 Kingcome Place, Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 would be appreciated by the family. Dave will be missed by all who had the privilege of meeting him. Messages of condolences for the family may be left at www.suttonsfuneralhome.com Suttonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Campbell River Funeral Home 250-287-4812

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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PORT HARDY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP at Providence Place, 7050 Rupert St Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 7 pm Tuesday Prayer 7:30 pm Midweek Biblestudies - Call the church for time and place 250-949-6466 Pastor George & Karen Ewald (home) 250-949-9674 E-Mail:pastorgeorge@providenceplace.ca 11/11

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

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

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

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

PLANNING / PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

WFP is currently seeking a Planning / Production Assistant to join our Mainland Coast Operation located approximately 20 minutes north of Campbell River. This full-time 18 month term position may include some travel to the coastal islands and inlets.Reporting to the Operation’s Planner, this role will be an integral part of all business functions at the operation, aligned to support the overall success of the organization. Critical skills and experience will include all aspects of ofﬁce and data administration, reporting and analysis, accounts payables and receivables, in addition to admin. tasks necessary to support engineering,forestry, and production functions. Data management, invoicing and accounting functions will also be primary duties. A complete and detailed job posting can be viewed at: http: //www.western forest.com/careers/current _openings.php

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Alberta earthmoving company requires a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will work in a modern shop and also have mechanics truck for ﬁeld work. The job is at Edson, Alberta. We require that you have experience on Cat crawlers and or Deere excavators. Call Lloyd at (780)723-5051.

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PROCESSOR OPERATOR WANTED to run a Waratah dangle head 320 Cat. Work on site in our post and rail yard in beautiful Southern BC. Great working conditions, competitive wage, beneﬁts, proﬁt sharing, 10 hour days, 4 days a week. This is a F/T permanent position. Email or phone: g_zieske@xplornet.ca Gary at 250-295-7911 ext. 102

CONSTRUCTION COMPANY requires Dispatch Manager Central Interior. Must ensure smooth, efficient scheduling of material delivery & perform operational tasks for truck fleet. Candidates will be organized, proactive and work well under stress. Experience in trucking an asset. Forward resumes to paverswanted@yahoo.ca. JASPER CONSTRUCTORS is hiring HR/Labour Relations Advisors for Vancouver and Kelowna to oversee staff recruitment, deployment, and workforce planning of field labour. Receive full benefits! Please apply online at www.applyfirst.ca/job27830 N.I. SPORTSMAN in Port McNeill. Now hiring servers. Please apply in person & ask for Arta or Yannis. SEEKING ENTHUSIASTIC applicants to work in newly renovated, successful established business. Server, line cook, dishwasher. Assets: experience, bartending, Serving it Right & Foodsafe. Contact Denny: 250-949-8381, Seto’s Wok & Grill, 9040 Granville St. Port Hardy.

WESTERN FOREST OFFERS COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION THAT INCLUDES CORE VACATION HEALTH BENEFITS WITH THIS POSITION. If you believe that you have the skills and qualiﬁcations that we are looking for, please reply in conﬁdence to: Human Resource Department Facsimile: (1)866.840.9611 Email: resumes@ westernforest.com Application Deadline: Thursday, November 24, 2011 Reference Code: MCO Admin

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.’s need medical ofﬁce & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1888-748-4126. TRAIN TO Be an Apartment/Condominium Manager at home! We have jobs across Canada. Thousands of graduates working. 31 years of success! Government certiﬁed. www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-6658339, 604-681-5456.

THE LEMARE GROUP is currently seeking: • Chaser • Hook Tender • Off Highway Logging Truck Driver • Boom Man • Loader Operator • Hoe Chucker • Heavy Duty Mechanic • 2nd Loader Bucker man All positions are camp-based for the Northern Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Fax resumes to : 250-956-4888 or email office@lemare.ca. We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051.

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PROGRAM MANAGER The Nuyumbalees Society is currently seeking an enthusiastic, articulate and diplomatic individual to take on the role of Program Manager. The Program Manager reports to the Nuyumbalees Society Board of Directors and is responsible for executing a Liqwala/Kwak’wala language documentation and preservation project. The program manager will be responsible for regular communication of the progress of the project to funding agencies and the Liqwala speaking First Nation communities. Knowledge of the language and cultural practices is required along with solid experience with Microsoft Ofﬁce products. Accreditation and proposal writing skills would be an asset. For more information, visit us online at www.nuyumbalees.com Nuyumbalees Society P.O. Box 8 Quathiaski Cove, BC, V0P 1N0 Email: cultural @nuyumbalees.com Deadline for application is November 15, 2011.

SALES SALES Representative A Port Kells industrial engine distributor requires a full time inside/ outside sales representative. Job consists of a great variety of duties. Mechanical aptitude, good phone skills and computer knowledge are required. Reply to: resume2011@shaw.ca

TRADES, TECHNICAL EXPERIENCED Machinist needed for a busy shop in Penticton. Must be able to weld and line bore in addition to machining. Contact us at: (250)492-2412 or ashley@bandlmachine.com

HEAVY DUTY / COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT MECHANIC Preferably with MVI Ticket for Cullen Diesel Power Ltd, Nanaimo BC. Detroit Diesel & Allison experience would be considered an asset.

We offer Full Beneﬁts, Union Shop, Factory Training, Flexible Shifts. Fax resume’s to: (1)-250-758-9151 or E: fcp@cullendiesel.com

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Help Wanted The Town of Port McNeill invites applications for the position of Finance Assistant. The successful candidate will have a minimum of two years experience with a working knowledge of accounts payable and receivable practices, will be able to deal courteously and effectively with the public and demonstrate an ability to organize workload and meet established deadlines. A detailed job description may be picked up at the Town of Port McNeill ofﬁce or on the Town’s website: www.portmcneill.ca Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., Monday November 14, 2011 at the Town Ofﬁce. Please apply in writing, with resume, to: Town of Port McNeill Box 728 Port McNeill BC V0N 2R0 Or fax resume, with cover letter to 250-956-4300 Or email to pmassist@telus.net

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The Lemare Group located in Port McNeill is currently seeking a highly motivated Administrative Assistant/Receptionist. The successful applicant should be proﬁcient in MS Ofﬁce applications, with excellent communication and organizational skills. Please fax resumes to 250-956-4888 or email: jcornin@lemare.ca

HELP WANTED Full time position available to provide bookkeeping and ofﬁce assistance to the management of the Quatsino First Nation Economic Development corporation and related entities. This person will be required to provide a full range of bookkeeping expertise for a number of entities through the use of Simply Accounting and Excel. In addition this person should have strong interpersonal skills and initiative. Research skills and forestry experience would be an asset. The wage is commensurate with education and experience. Please apply with a cover letter, resume and no less than three references by email, fax or to: QFNEDC – Attn: Irene M Paterson CGA CAFM 322 Quattishe Road Coal Harbour BC V0N 1K0 manager@qfnedc.ca Fax 250-902-0638

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We require processor and feller buncher operators, plus owner operators and truck drivers. Work in the Vanderhoof, Fort St. James & Prince George areas. Call or send your resume. This can be a career for the right person. Jared Gulbranson Gulbranson Logging Ltd. 250-567-4505 or 250-5675446 Cell:250-570-2261 Fax: 250-567-9232 email: jgulbranson@gulbranson.ca

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The Nuyumbalees Society is currently seeking two enthusiastic, articulate and diplomatic individuals to take on the role of Interviewer/Transcriber for the execution of a Liqwala/Kwak’wala language documentation and preservation project. The interviewers will be responsible for engaging in conversation with Liqwala/Kwak’wala speaking Elders and inspire them to share their knowledge. Knowledge of the language and cultural practices is required along with solid experience with Microsoft Ofﬁce products and a willingness to operate audio/visual recording equipment. Nuyumbalees Society, P.O. Box 8, Quathiaski Cove, B.C. V0P 1N0; Email: cultural@nuyumbalees.com. Deadline for application is November 15, 2011

On Call Custodians School District #85 is accepting applications for callout custodians for the Port Hardy, Port McNeill, Port Alice, Woss, Sointula and Alert Bay areas. Recent institutional custodial experience is an asset. Job requires good health and ﬁtness and stamina to perform a variety of routine cleaning tasks. Successful applicants are subject to a criminal record check. Rate of pay: $20.52 per hour. Application forms are available at North Island schools, the School Board ofﬁce or online at www.sd85.bc.ca For further information, please contact Darby Gildersleeve at 250-949-8155 (ext. 222)

On Call School Bus Drivers School District #85 is accepting applications for on call school bus drivers for the Port Hardy, Port McNeill, Port Alice, Woss, Sointula and Alert Bay areas. Requirements include a clean driver’s abstract, Class 2 driver’s license with air brake endorsement. Successful applicants are subject to a criminal record check. Rate of pay: $22.56 per hour. Application forms are available at North Island schools, the School Board ofﬁce or online at www.sd85.bc.ca For further information, please contact Darby Gildersleeve at 250-949-8155 (ext. 222)

Nanny Wanted Christian family with 4 beautiful boys seeks a long term live-in nanny to take over from current nanny who has ﬁnished. We are looking for someone loving and willing to become part of the family. The children are all at school from 8-3:30 pm Monday-Friday so main child care will be before and after school. The family lives just a train ride away from central London, which is great for weekends. Salary is 500 pounds a month. A driver is preferred but not essential, start date is December. A 24 month contract is preferred. To apply please send a short e-mail to Samantha Jorgenson (Current nanny) at billabong980@hotmail. com and she will pass on details or answer any and all questions about the job to interested applicants.

Ministry of Forests, Lands & Natural Resources

TEMPORARY POSITION Administrative Assistant $19.99/hr to $22.62/hr December, 2011 to December, 2012 Come and join our team! North Island – Central Coast Resource District is looking for an individual to ﬁll a temporary position in our Clerical Department. The job duties will include but may not be limited to: data entry, correspondence, records management and front ofﬁce coverage. Experience and/or training in word processing, spreadsheets and other computer applications would be an asset. As well the applicant should have good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Please email cover letter and resume to: Melody.Wilson@gov.bc.ca Applications will be accepted until November 22, 2011 16:30.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

REAL ESTATE

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HOUSES FOR SALE

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FREE ITEMS WANTED: A loving home for a cute, potty trained house bunny. Lola is a small brown lopear rabbit, loves to be scratched behind the ears and on the jaw, spayed, 6 years old. Call 604-989-5994.

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APARTMENT/CONDO COURTENAY Condo at Puntledge Terrace 2 bdrm, 2BR, available immediately. $800/month ph 780 467 2744 or brenday@telus.net

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of the week. Chloe Noël of Port McNeill and her sock monkey are ready for the puck toss during last weekend’s novice hockey tournament at Chilton Arena. J.R. Rardon photo

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL GROUND ﬂoor retail space for lease Ganges, Salt Spring Island Grace Point Square. Visit our website saltspringisland.net or contact Matt Barr at mjbarr@saltspringisland.net.

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

HYDE CREEK - Waterfront 1bdrm furnished apt./w shop. $500/mo. Can work off some rent. Call 360-790-5733. PORT HARDY Furnished elegantly or unfurnished executive style, 1 or 2 bedroom suites. Quiet, clean, excellent views. Call 250-949-9698

PORT HARDY Bachelor suite Includes hydro, laundry, sat tv & wireless internet. N/P References required Avail. Dec. 1st $650/mo. Call 250-949-6754.

HARBOUR VIEW Apts., lovely 3 bdrm unit, $675 mo, incls heat & hot water. Call 250286-0110 ask for Roy. KINGCOME MANOR

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

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

Phone Rick 250-956-4555 PORT HARDY Large 3 bdrm condo, NP/,N/S, heat & hot water included. W/D in unit. Avail imm. $725/mo. Ref. req. Call 250-949-7085 after 5pm. 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. SEAHAVEN APARTMENTS 7070 Shorncliffe St. P.O. Box 222 Port Hardy, BC 2 bdr unit avail Nov. 1 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 250-949-8501 Appointment to view. 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

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PORT HARDY Highland Manor •Bachelor •1 bdrm •1 bdrm furnished Move in incentive on approval References Call Jason 250-949-0192

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

TOWNHOUSES PORT HARDY: Central, like new, 2 bdrm, $675. Avail. Immed. (604)418-3626 or email: trojan12@shaw.ca PORT HARDY: Central, like new, in gated comm., 3 bdrm, $800. Avail. Immed. (604)4183626 email trojan12@shaw.ca

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CARS 2003 CHEVY Cavalier. Runs great. Asking $2700. Call 250949-8841.

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This fall, a new generation of veterans are returning home, and your gift has never been so important. Veterans will turn to the Legion for affordable housing, career counseling & trauma relief.

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PORT MCNEILL 1/2 duplex 2 bdrms, large yard, n/p, all appls, $700/mo, refs req. Avail immediately. Call 250-9021133. PORT MCNEILL 2-bdrm duplex with view, newly reno’d. $650. Call (250)956-3664.

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See Chevrolet dealer for details. â&#x20AC; 1.99% purchase financing offered on approved credit by Ally Credit for 48 months on new or demonstrator 2011 Chevrolet Cruze LS/2011 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab 4WD LS. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 1.99% APR, the monthly payment is $216.91 for 48 months. Cost of borrowing is$411.56, total obligation is $10,411.56. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight ($1,450) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers only. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. â&#x20AC;Ą Based on a 24 month lease. Rate of 0.8% advertised on new or demonstrator 2011 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab 4WD LS equipped as described. Annual kilometer limit of 20,000km, $0.20 per excess kilometer OAC by FinanciaLinx Corporation. Monthly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. Down payment or trade of $3,649 and security deposit may be required. Total obligation is $10,030. Option to purchase at lease end is $18,335 plus applicable taxes. Other lease options available. Applies only to qualified retail customers in Canada. Freight & PDI ($1,450), registration, $350 acquisition fee, air and tire levies and OMVIC fees included. License, insurance, PPSA, dealer fees, excess wear and km charges, and applicable taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Dealer order or trade may be required. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. x$9,250 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on 2011 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab 4WD LS (tax exclusive) for retail customers only. Other cash credits available on most models. ÂĽNo purchase necessary. Contest open to Canadian residents with a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license who have reached the age of majority in their province of residence. Contest runs from November 1, 2011 to January 16, 2012. Credit Awards include applicable taxes and can only be applied to the purchase or lease of a new 2011 or 2012 MY GM vehicle delivered from dealer stock, excluding Chevrolet Volt on or before January 16, 2012. 20 Vehicle Awards consist of either a 2012 GMC Terrain SLE2 FWD + 18â&#x20AC;? Machined Aluminum Wheels, Chrome Appearance Package and Rear Cargo Security Cover or a 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 2LT FWD + 18â&#x20AC;? Machined Aluminum Wheels. 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Have a shot of this cake I came up with this recipe in direct relation to my need to bake for my husband every week so he has treats for his lunch and the fact that I was getting bored out of my mind making the same treats over and over again. We had gone down island and just happened Appetiteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to come across the grand Delight opening of Shelter Point Distillery which makes with Kellie Dukes an amazing five years aged pot distilled single grain whiskey. I am drooling just thinking about this stuff! As I also love pound cake, cherries and chocolate, I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help but put them together. I hope you like it as much as my husband does.

Whiskey Soaked Cherry Chocolate Pound Cake (Makes two cakes) â&#x20AC;˘ 1 cup dried cherries â&#x20AC;˘ Â˝ cup rye whiskey â&#x20AC;˘ 2 Âź cups all purpose flour â&#x20AC;˘ 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder â&#x20AC;˘ 1 tablespoon salt â&#x20AC;˘ 1-lb. softened butter, plus more for pans â&#x20AC;˘ 2 cups white sugar â&#x20AC;˘ 1 tsp left over whiskey from soaked cherries â&#x20AC;˘ 9 large eggs at room temperature â&#x20AC;˘ 1 cup whipping cream Drained whiskey

In a small bowl pour whiskey over cherries and place in the microwave. Heat for one minute and leave in the microwave until the rest of the ingredients are ready. Preheat the oven to 325ÂşF. Butter two 5-in x 9-in loaf pans. Combine flour, cocoa and salt in a bowl. Set aside. Cream the butter and sugar in the mixer on high for eight minutes. Remove cherries from microwave and drain, but reserve the whiskey. Scrape down sides of mixing bowl. Reduce speed to medium and add whiskey from cherries. Lightly beat eggs and add to mixing bowl in four additions, mixing well after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl. Once most of the liquid is drained from the cherries, toss the cherries in the flour mixture to coat. Reduce mixer speed to low and add flour and cherry mixture in four additions, mixing until just incorporated. Divide batter between pans and smooth the tops. Bake until toothpick inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean, about 60 -65 minutes. Let cool in pans on a wire rack for 30 minutes then remove from pans and cool completely on the wire rack. To serve for dessert, combine the rest of the whiskey that the cherries were soaked in with whipping cream and beat until stiff. Place a slice or two of the pound cake on a plate and top with the cherry whiskey whipped cream. Delightful!

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LEST WE FORGET Members of the Canadian Forces fallen in Afghanistan April 18, 2002 - Pte. Nathan Smith 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry April 18, 2002 - Pte. Richard Green 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry April 18, 2002 - Cpl. Ainsworth Dyer 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry April 18, 2002 - Sgt. Marc D. Leger 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry October 2, 2003 - Sgt. Robert Alan Short 3rd Battalion Royal Canadian Regiment October 2, 2003 - Cpl. Robbie Christopher Beerenfenger 3rd Battalion Royal Canadian Regiment January 27, 2004 - Cpl. Jamie Brendan Murphy 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment November 24, 2005 - 3WH %UDXQ 6FRWW :RRGÀHOG 2nd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment January 15, 2006 - Mr. Glyn Berry Foreign Affairs Canada March 2, 2006 - Cpl. Paul Davis 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry March 5, 2006 - M. Cpl. Timothy Wilson 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry March 29, 2006 - Pte. Robert Costall 1st Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry April 22, 2006 - Lieut. William Turner 20th Field Artillery Regiment April 22, 2006 - Cpl. Randy Payne 1 Garrison Military Police Company April 22, 2006 - Bdr. Myles Stanley John Mansell 5th Field Artillery Regiment April 22, 2006 - Cpl. Matthew David James Dinning 2 Military Police Platoon May 17, 2006 - Capt. Nichola Kathleen Sarah Goddard 1st Royal Canadian Horse Artillery July 9, 2006 - Cpl. Anthony Joseph Boneca Lake Superior Scottish Regiment July 22, 2006 - Cpl. Jason Patrick Warren Black Watch Royal Highland Regiment of Canada July 22, 2006 - Cpl. Francisco Gomez 1st Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry August 3, 2006 - Cpl. Christopher Jonathan Reid 1st Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry August 3, 2006 - Cpal. Bryce Jeffrey Keller 1st Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry August 3, 2006 - Sgt. Vaughan Ingram 1st Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry August 3, 2006 - Pte. Kevin Dallaire 1st Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry August 6, 2006 - M. Cpl. Raymond Arndt Loyal Edmonton Regiment August 9, 2006 - M. Cpl. Jeffrey Scott Walsh 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry August 11, 2006 - Cpl. Andrew James Eykelenboom 1st Field Ambulance August 22, 2006 - Cpl. David Braun 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry September 3, 2006 - Sgt. Shane Stachnik 2 Combat Engineer Regiment September 3, 2006 - WO Richard Francis Nolan 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment September 3, 2006 - WO Frank Robert Mellish 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment September 3, 2006 - Pte. William Jonathan James Cushley 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment September 4, 2006 - Pte. Mark Anthony Graham 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment September 18, 2006 - Cpl. Keith Morley 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry September 18, 2006 - Cpl. Shane Keating 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry September 18, 2006 - Pte. David Byers 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry September 18, 2006 - Cpl. Glen Arnold 2 Field Ambulance September 29, 2006 - Pte. John Klukie 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment October 3, 2006 - Cpl. Robert Thomas James Mitchell Royal Canadian Dragoons October 3, 2006 - Sgt. Craig Paul Gillam Royal Canadian Dragoons October 7, 2006 - Tpr. Mark Andrew Wilson Royal Canadian Dragoons October 14, 2006 - Pte. Blake Neil Williamson 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment October 14, 2006 - Sgt. Darcy Scott Tedford 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment November 27, 2006 - Cpl. Albert Storm 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment November 27, 2006 - CWO Robert Girouard 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment March 6, 2007 - Cpl. Kevin Megeney 1st Battalion, Nova Scotia Highlanders April 8, 2007 - Pte. Kevin Vincent Kennedy 2nd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment April 8, 2007 - Pte. David Robert Greenslade 2nd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment April 8, 2007 - Cpl. Aaron Edward Williams 2nd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment April 8, 2007 - Cpl. Christopher Paul Stannix Princess Louise Fusiliers April 8, 2007 - Cpl. Brent Donald Poland 2nd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment April 8, 2007 - Sgt. Donald Lucas 2nd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment April 11, 2007 - Tpr. Patrick James Pentland Royal Canadian Dragoons

April 11, 2007 - M. Cpl. Allan Stewart Royal Canadian Dragoons April 18, 2007 - M. Cpl. Anthony Klumpenhouwer Canadian Special Operations Forces Command May 25, 2007 - Cpl. Matthew McCully 2 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group HQ & Signals Squadron May 30, 2007 - M. Cpl. Darrell Jason Priede Army News Team, 3 Area Support Group June 11, 2007 - Tpr. Darryl Caswell Royal Canadian Dragoons June 20, 2007 - Pte. Joel Wiebe 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry June 20, 2007 - Cpl. Stephen Frederick Bouzane 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry June 20, 2007 - Sgt. Christos Karigiannis 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry July 4, 2007 - Pte. Lane William Thomas Watkins 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry July 4, 2007 - Cpl. Cole D. Bartsch 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry July 4, 2007 - M. Cpl. Colin Stuart Francis Bason Royal Westminster Regiment July 4, 2007 - Capt. Matthew Jonathan Dawe 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry July 4, 2007 - Cpl. Jordan Anderson 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry July 4, 2007 - Capt. Jefferson Clifford Francis 1 Royal Canadian Horse Artillery August 19, 2007 - Pte. Simon Longtin 3rd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment August 22, 2007 - MWO Mario Mercier 2nd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment August 22, 2007 - M. Cpl. Christian Duchesne 5th Field Ambulance August 29, 2007 - Maj. Raymond Mark Buckpaul Royal Canadian Dragoons September 24, 2007 - Cpl. Nathan Hornburg King’s Own Calgary Regiment November 17, 2007 - Cpl. Nicholas R. Beauchamp 5th Field Ambulance November 17, 2007 - Pte. Michel Jr. Levesque 3rd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment December 30, 2007 - Gnr. Jonathan Dion 5th Light Artillery Regiment of Canada January 6, 2008 - Cpl. Eric Labbe 2nd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment January 6, 2008 - WO Hani Massouh 2nd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment January 15, 2008 - Tpr. Richard Renaud 12th Armoured Regiment of Canada January 23, 2008 - Cpl. Etienne Gonthier 5 Combat Engineer Regiment March 2, 2008 - Tpr. Michael Y. Hayakaze Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians) March 11, 2008 - Bdr. Jeremie Ouellet Royal Canadian Horse Artillery March 16, 2008 - Sgt. Jason Boyes 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry April 4, 2008 - Pte. Terry John Street 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry May 6, 2008 - Cpl. Michael Starker 1st Field Ambulance June 3, 2008 - Cpt. Richard Steven Leary 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry June 7, 2008 - Capt. Jonathan Sutherland Snyder 1st Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry July 4, 2008 - Cpl. Brendan Anthony Downey 17 Wing Military Police July 5, 2008 - Pte. Colin William Wilmot 1 Field Ambulance July 18, 2008 - Cpl. James Hayward Arnal 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry August 9, 2008 - M. Cpl. Joshua Brian Roberts 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry August 11, 2008 - M. Cpl. Erin Doyle 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry August 20, 2008 - Sgt. Shawn Allen Eades 1 Combat Engineer Regiment August 20, 2008 - Cpl. Dustin Roy Robert Joseph Wasden 1 Combat Engineer Regiment August 20, 2008 - Spr. Stephan John Stock 1 Combat Engineer Regiment September 3, 2008 - Pte. Chadwick James Horn 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry September 3, 2008 - Cpl. Michael James Alexander Seggie 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Lt Infantry September 3, 2008 - Cpl. Andrew Paul Grenon 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry September 7, 2008 - Sgt. Prescott Shipway 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry December 5, 2008 - Pte. Demetrios Diplaros 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment December 5, 2008 - Cpl. Mark Robert McLaren 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment December 5, 2008 - WO Robert Wilson 1st Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment December 13, 2008 - Pte. John Michael Roy Curwin 2nd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment December 13, 2008 - Pte. Justin Peter Jones 2nd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment December 13, 2008 - Cpl. Thomas James Hamilton 2nd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment December 26, 2008 - Pte. Michael Freeman 3rd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment December 27, 2008 - WO Gaetan Roberge 2nd Battalion, Irish Regiment of Canada

December 27, 2008 - Sgt. Gregory John Kruse 2 Combat Engineer Regiment January 7, 2009 - Tpr. Brian Richard Good 3rd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment January 31, 2009 - 6SU 6HDQ 'DYLG *UHHQÀHOG 2 Combat Engineer Regiment March 3, 2009 - Cpl. Kenneth Chad O’Quinn 2 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group HQ & Signals Squadron March 3, 2009 - Cpl. Dany Olivier Fortin 425 Tactical Fighter Squadron March 3, 2009 - WO Dennis Raymond Brown Lincoln and Welland Regiment March 8, 2009 - Tpr. Marc Diab Royal Canadian Dragoons March 20, 2009 - Tpr. Corey Joseph Hayes Royal Canadian Dragoons March 20, 2009 - Tpr. Jack Bouthillier Royal Canadian Dragoons March 20, 2009 - Cpl. Tyler Crooks 3rd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment March 20, 2009 - M. Cpl. Scott Francis Vernelli 3rd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment April 13, 2009 - Cpl. Karine Bais 12th Armoured Regiment of Canada April 23, 2009 - Maj. Michelle Mendes Defence Intelligence June 8, 2009 - Pte. Alexandre Peloquin 3rd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment June 14, 2009 - Cpl. Martin Dube 5 Combat Engineer Regiment July 3, 2009 - Cpl. Nicholas Bulger 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry July 4, 2009 - M. Cpl. Charles-Phillippe Michaud 2nd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment July 6, 2009 - Cpl. Martin Joannette 3rd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment July 6, 2009 - M. Cpl. Patrice Audet 430 Tactical Helicopter Squadron July 16, 2009 - Pte. Sebastien Courcy 2nd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment August 1, 2009 - Cpl. Christian Bobbitt 5 Combat Engineer Regiment August 1, 2009 - Spr. Mathieu Allard 5 Combat Engineer Regiment September 6, 2009 - Maj. Yannick Pepin 5 Combat Engineer Regiment September 6, 2009 - Cpl. Jean-Francois Drouin 5 Combat Engineer Regiment September 13, 2009 - Pte. Patrick Lormand 2nd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment September 17, 2009 - Cpl. Jonathan Couturier 2nd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment October 28, 2009 - Lieut. Justin Boyes 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry October 30, 2009 - Spr. Steven Marshall 1 Combat Engineer Regiment December 23, 2009 - Lieut. Andrew Richard Nuttall 1st Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry December 30, 2009 - Sgt. George Miok 41 Combat Engineer Regiment December 30, 2009 - Sgt. Kirk Taylor 84 Independent Field Battery, Royal Canadian Artillery December 30, 2009 - Cpl. Zachery McCormack Loyal Edmonton Regiment December 30, 2009 - Pte. Garrett William Chidley 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry January 16, 2010 - Sgt. John Faught 1st Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry February 10, 2010 - Capt. Frank Paul 28 Field Ambulance February 12, 2010 - Cpl. Joshua Caleb Baker Loyal Edmonton Regiment March 20, 2010 - Cpl. Darren James Fitzpatrick 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry April 11, 2010 - Pte. Tyler William Todd 1st Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry May 3, 2010 - PO2 Craig Blake Fleet Diving Unit (Atlantic) May 13, 2010 - Pte. Kevin Thomas McKay 1st Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry May 18, 2010 - Col. Geoff Parker Land Forces Central Area Headquarters May 24, 2010 - Tpr. Larry Budd Royal Canadian Dragoons June 6, 2010 - Sgt. Martin Goudreault 1 Combat Engineer Regiment June 21, 2010 - Sgt. James Patrick MacNeil 2 Combat Engineer Regiment June 26, 2010 - Pte. Andrew Miller 2 Field Ambulance June 26, 2010 - M. Cpl. Kristal Giesebrecht 1 Canadian Field Hospital July 20, 2010 - Spr. Brian Collier 1 Combat Engineer Regiment August 30, 2010 - Cpl. Brian Pinksen Royal Newfoundland Regiment December 18, 2010 - Cpl. Steve Martin 3rd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment March 27, 2011 - Cpl. Yannick Scherrer 1st Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment May 27, 2011 - Bdr. Karl Manning 5th Light Artillery Regiment of Canada June 25, 2011 - M. Cpl. Francis Roy Canadian Special Operations Regiment

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