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J.R. RardonGazette staffPORT McNEILL —
Nobody was injured
when an unoccupied
pickup truck rolled from
a parking lot through
a four-foot chain link
fence, over a rock wall
splashed down in the
harbour last week.
“It was probably just
a case of mechanical
failure,” RCMP Staff
Sgt. Phil Lue said. “The
owner said he’d left the
truck in reverse (gear),
and when the truck was
pulled from the water it
was still in reverse.
“Nobody was injured,
luckily. When you have
a vehicle go over an
embankment that high
and land on its roof
like that, if somebody
is inside you could be
looking at serious inju-
ries.”
The owner of the vehi-
cle, who was not named,
was on his boat nearby.
The incident was wit-
nessed by several people,
including tourists and a
number of passengers
who were waiting to
board the Quadra Queen
II at the adjacent BC
Ferries dock.
“It drew quite the
crowd,” said Lue.
Lue said two RCMP
officers were just depart-
ing the ferry after its
return from Sointula
when the truck flipped
into the water.
They reached the site
immediately and jumped
into the water before
breaking out one of the
truck’s windows to deter-
mine whether anybody
was inside, and found
the vehicle unoccupied.
Truck rolls into harbour
The axeman cometh
Matt Mooney shows off his one-hand form in the finals of the axe throw during the Second Annual L u m b e r j a c k Competition in Port McNeill Saturday. More coverage on page 15 and online at www.nor thislandga-zette.com.
J.R. Rardon photo
Mike D’AmourGazette staffA Coal Harbour woman hopes
stitches in time, together with
some North Island kindness,
will help ease some suffering
overseas
Holly Eden said she’s wanted
help people in the Somalian
area of East Africa after being
overwhelmed by what she saw
on a television news program
that reported millions of people
are starving as famine spreads
across the region because of war
and drought.
“Twenty-nine thousand chil-
dren under the age of six have
died in the last month and-a-half
and there are 1,000 people going
into the two refugee camps every
week,” said Eden.
“There is no sanitation, no
medical supplies; there is noth-
ing and the temperatures are
50c with no rain and apparently
50 per cent of the refugees are
malnourished.”
Eden is a quilter and her idea
is to create “beautiful, inno-
vative lap throws, pillows and
wall hangings that could later
be raffled with all the proceeds
going through established aid
agencies towards humanitarian
efforts in East Africa.
“I’ve been making squares but
I‘m looking for two or three
squares from anyone who can
quilt,” said Eden.
Eden is hoping for help with
a crazy quilt as the raffle show-
piece.
“A crazy quilt is a specific pat-
tern, it’s a very busy kind of pat-
tern that used to be covered with
embellishments,” she explained.
“It was crazy, it came from
the Victorian age when it was
made from velvets and the most
expensive fabrics women had
back then — it was almost a
show-off piece with the best
fabrics.”
Eden said she envisions putting
together a simpler, hidden trea-
sure design using background
pieces, maybe putting appliques
on top instead of embroidery.”
“I want to make a piece that will
be beautiful, even in a contempo-
rary living room,” she said.
Eden said it takes 70 squares
to make a lap throw.
“To do a big project like this
on your own is huge because we
also need backing and batting.”
Eden has reached out for some
help.
“I’ve sent letters out to my
friends on the mainland, but what
I’d like to do is to have anyone
interested in helping to phone
or email me and I will get the
patterns to them and any instruc-
tions they may need to make it.”
If you can help, contact Eden
at 250-619-0612 or at holly-
eden_dawntreader@hotmail.
com
Coal Harbour’s Helen Eden is looking for help to make quilts and other goods to be raffled to raise funds to help Somalian refugees
Mike D’Amour photo
Boom is placed around a pickup that rolled into Port McNeill Harbour last week.
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J.R. RardonGazette staffPORT McNEILL —
Expanded cell phone
coverage for North
Vancouver Island
received a boost when
the Regional District
of Mount Waddington
Board of Directors
voted last week to
approve the installa-
tion of a communica-
tions tower by Rogers
Communications, Inc.
in Port McNeill.
Prior to the vote,
directors listened to a
presentation by Chad
Marlatt, senior project
manager for Standard
Land Company, Inc., a
consultant to Rogers.
The location proposed
for the Port McNeill
tower is off Mine Road,
behind the town’s pub-
lic works yard.
Port McNeill council
has not yet voted on
approval, but the town
has been in discus-
sions with Rogers and
Standard Land regard-
ing the installation.
“I believe it had to
go to regional district
first because of the area
(Rogers) had to cover,”
Port McNeill councillor
Shirley Ackland said.
“It will likely come
to us to vote on, but
it hasn’t come up for
approval at this point.”
Rogers previously
received approval from
the District of Port
Hardy to install a tower
in Port Hardy.
Currently, the region
receives coverage
only through Telus
C o m m u n i c a t i o n s
Company.
Though the site of
the proposed tower
is on property owned
by the Town of Port
McNeill, the vote of the
Regional District Board
during its regular meet-
ing Aug. 16 acknowl-
edged Standard Land
Co. having completed
its public consulta-
tion process, required
under Industry Canada
regulation. That pro-
cess included notifying
all residents of prop-
erty within 300 metres
of the tower, or three
times its proposed 100-
metre height.
“As far as we can
determine, the location
is ideal for (Rogers),
and it’s ideal for us,”
Port McNeill Mayor
Gerry Furney said.
“Due to the size and
location of the tower
and other towers Rogers
is proposing, it would
give a greater coverage
area for everybody.”
The towers proposed
for Port Hardy and Port
McNeill are part of a
broader, long-term plan
being developed by
Rogers. The details of
that plan have not been
finalized and remain
confidential, the com-
pany said.
“We are always evalu-
ating new opportunities
to expand our network
and bring great wire-
less service to more
Canadians,” Rogers
communications spe-
cialist Marina Guy
said in an email to the
Gazette. “Vancouver
Island is among several
markets where we are
exploring new oppor-
tunities.”
Permits approvedDirectors approved
an amendment to the
regional district’s zon-
ing bylaws that will
allow the issuing of
temporary use per-
mits in the Regional
District’s rural areas.
The amendment
arose from the district’s
efforts earlier this year
to approve a one-time,
temporary-use permit
regulating the con-
struction activities of
a landowner in Coal
Harbour.
Bylaw 821 estab-
lishes conditions under
which temporary use
permits may be issued,
and sets a maximum
limit of three years on
any such permit.
Committee namedDirectors approved
four members to a
public/technical advi-
sory committee for
the upcoming pro-
cess to update the
Regional Solid Waste
Management Plan.
Wayne Gauthier of
Alert Bay, Keir Gervais
of Port Alice, Greg Fox
of Port Hardy and Norm
Prince, representing
Area B and C, make up
the committee.
Can you hear me now? Cell tower approved
Island life is good.
So says Dr. Richard
Stanwick, chief medical health
officer for the Vancouver
Island Health Authority, who
released his report on the
Health Status of Vancouver
Island Residents.
“Overall, residents in our
region have higher rates of
physical activity and healthy
eating compared to other
regions,” he said.
The report provides data
on the health status of VIHA
residents over the past decade
and captures a broad array of
health indicators and socio-
economic factors, such as
unemployment, that impact
long-term health status.
Stanwick said our region
has also experienced reduc-
tions in smoking rates and
premature deaths over the
past decade.
“Unfortunately, the glob-
al economic downturn has
impacted our region’s socio-
economic conditions which
can undermine long-term
health status,” he said.
To help counter possible
long-term effects, Stanwick
highlighted the need to con-
tinue to focus on prevention
programs. “For example, our
premature mortality rates are
higher than the provincial
average,” he said.
“These rates are due to sui-
cides, motor vehicle crashes
and diseases, many of which
are associated with alcohol
abuse and smoking which are
entirely preventable.”
Stanwick noted VIHA also
has a higher concentration of
seniors than any other juris-
diction in Canada.
“With the imminent silver
tsunami, this region will expe-
rience significant pressure on
our acute and residential care
systems before any other area
in Canada,” he said. “Keeping
seniors active and healthy to
avoid and/or manage chronic
diseases and minimize unnec-
essary hospitalizations is so
important.”
VIHA also has higher rates
of teen pregnancies compared
to the provincial average.
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J.R. RardonGazette staffPORT McNEILL —
The replacement of Port
McNeill’s public water
infrastructure moved into
its next phase when council
voted during its regular
meeting Aug. 15 to award
the contract for Phase V
of the project to Windley
Contracting Ltd.
The project to replace
aging underground pipes
started in 2010, and is
expected to wrap up late
this fall with a total price
tag of approximately $4.2
million.
Phase V, the last major
phase of construction,
was bid for $929,263 to
Windley, which recently
completed Phase IV of
the pipe replacement on
Campbell Way and Mine
Road.
Two smaller phases to
complete the project will
follow.
“It will change the water
system for the majority of
Port McNeill, which has had
these pipes in the ground
for close to 50 years,”
Mayor Gerry Furney said.
“The water quality, which
is drawn from four wells, is
excellent. But the old pipe-
line was asbestos cement
and that eventually starts to
break down.”
Windley was one of seven
contractors that submitted
tenders by the July 22 dead-
line, and came in with the
lowest bid.
“Windley did a fabu-
lous job on the work up
McNeill hill, and they were
so quick,” coun. Shirley
Ackland said. “I’m pleased
they’ve submitted the pro-
posal for this phase.”
Phase V will include work
on Broughton Boulevard
and Haddington Crescent.
Previous phases includ-
ed work on Beach Drive,
McNeill Way, Campbell
Way and Mine Road, and
involved the installation of
both new underground pipe
and new fire hydrants.
“We first decided we
would start converting it
little by little as we could
afford it,” said Furney. “But
with the granting of $2.8
million from the feds and
the provincial government,
we’ll tackle the whole
thing.”
Last Wednesday, North
Vancouver Island MP
John Duncan visited and
met with local dignitaries
to review progress on the
water system thus far.
Tax due date setCouncil approved a bylaw
that fixes the due date for
property taxes each year as
the first working day in July
and the accrual of unpaid
tax penalty additions as the
end of the first working day
in July.
The primary effect of the
new bylaw is on language,
rather than on the due date
or penalty date. Previously,
the town had to update its
forms and mailers to reflect
a specific day. The new lan-
guage will allow the town to
use the same forms, regard-
less of calendar changes
from year to year.
“This will save us the cost
of printing new forms every
year,” Mayor Gerry Furney
said.
Art in a boxCouncil approved allow-
ing local artist Heather
Brown to paint one of
several BC Hydro power
kiosks on Beach Drive with
the idea of having artwork
applied to additional power
boxes in the future.
The vote followed the
approval of BC Hydro,
on the condition that the
town take responsibility for
cleanup of any grafitti that
might appear on its boxes.
The town can apply for a
$1,000 grant toward the
painting project.
Coun. Shirley Ackland,
noting the artwork on BC
Hydro kiosks in Port Hardy,
had suggested Brown paint
three or more of the kiosks
in Port McNeill, and Brown
submitted a series of sug-
gested themes to council.
But Coun. Shelley Downey
was concerned that one art-
ist be singled out for the
project at the exclusion of
other local artists.
“I didn’t know an indi-
vidual councillor was going
around asking artists to do
this,” said Downey. “If I
had known, I might have
asked some artists, too.”
After discussion, council
agreed to allow Brown to
paint the first kiosk, then
see if other artists come
forward.
The artists will not be
paid for the work, but coun-
cil did agree to pay for
specialized materials neces-
sary for the outdoor paint-
ing projects.
“We’re looking for good
volunteers,” Furney said.
Tour de Rock prizesCouncil voted to approve
one boat launch pass and
one harbour parking pass as
prize donations for the Cops
for Cancer Golf Tournament
Sept. 17 at Seven Hills Golf
and Country Club.
Mike D’AmourGazette staffAfter listening to
advice from those clos-
est to him — including
his doctor — 46-year-
old Ben Perlini has
decided to abandon his
quest to win another
boxing title.
“I am now leery to
get back in the ring
after speaking to my
family, best friends
and family physician,”
the former Canadian
heavyweight champ
told the Gazette.
Perlini, who held
the championship belt
in the late 1990s for
six months — rather
than the four that was
reported — said despite
the fact he feels he’s in
great shape, the wis-
est move right now is
to concentrate on other
things, like motivating
others to achieve their
goals and writing chil-
dren’s books.
To say Perlini’s in
shape is a bit of an
understatement — he
won the light-heavy-
weight strongman con-
test at the recent Filomi
Days in Port Hardy
on just a few minutes
notice.
“I was still wet from
the shower when they
called me to come out
to it,” he said.
“I did that just to see
if this old man had the
strength and the eye of
the tiger to compete in
a young man’s com-
petitive sport.”
However, Perlini prob-
ably won’t be out of the
spotlight for long.
There’s a move afoot
to nominate the former
champ into the BC
Boxing Hall of Fame.
Look to the Gazette
for more on that story
as it unfolds.
McNeill water project moves ahead
Hardy fighter abandons ring comeback attempt
Dog Wash Fundraiser this Saturday 10-2pm
Chamber Updatesubmitted by Yana Hrdy
Port Hardy & District Chamber of Commerce ManagerP
this message is sponsored by the
Thank YouWe would like to send a
Very Special Thank You
to the Prestwich family
for loaning some of
their museum collection
(previously Sunny
Sanctuary) to the Port
Hardy & District Chamber
of Commerce & Visitor
Centre for the summer of
2011. We had tremendous
success with the display;
the wolf is the most
photographed animal in
our office. Come and see
the collection with your
own eyes – it is beautiful.
The collection includes:
One year-old black bear
cub
Young adult cougar
Adult wolf
Elk antler with mink,
Steller’s Jay & Kingfisher
Adult bald eagle
Snowy owl, Saw Whet owl
& mouse
All the Canadian animals/
birds are accidental death
from Northern Vancouver
Island.
Dog Wash FundraiserThe floors in our Chamber
offices are in big despair;
and need to be fixed very
badly. Our summer student
Robyn came with a fun
idea to raise money for it
by doing a Dog Wash &
Hot Dog Roast.
Grab your pooch and join
us this Saturday August
27th, from 10-2 at the
Visitor Centre parking lot
You won’t get any growls
from us!
Goodbye to our summer students
I have heard nothing
but praise from all our
visitors. The students were
well prepared to handle
over 10,000 visitors in
just two short months.
Everyone felt that you
did a superb job. Robyn
Johansson, Leah Holmes,
Caitlyn Renfors and Eddie
Hunt - You did a fantastic
job of keeping the visitors
informed. Kari and I will
miss your humour and
dedication to our Visitor
Centre.
Ideas?Got something to say?
We’re listening! Send
us your ideas and
comments to phcc@
cablerocket.com
Board & Executives meeting is September 7th at the Chamber
Board Room
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Are you interested in more
opportunities to promote
your business through
Port Hardy Chamber of
Commerce & Tourism or
discuss your membership
benefits?
Call Yana at 250-949-
7622
Submissions to Chamber Update
Do you have an event
planned? Tell us about
it and we will help you
to promote it. Submit by
faxing or e-mailing to
the Port Hardy & District
Chamber of Commerce at
250-949-6653 or at phcc@
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Mike D’AmourGazette staffA former Port Hardy man is looking to
his North Island friends and neighbours
to help him get the life-saving surgery he
needs, but says he is being denied.
Bruce Melan, who now lives in Langley,
B.C., was turned down by BC Healthcare
for surgery in Seattle, WA., his sister told
the Gazette.
“He was advised that there are doctors in
BC that can do his surgery, but no doctors
in Vancouver will take his case,” Lennie
Trapp said. Melan, said his worried sister,
has a deadly infection and needs immedi-
ate surgery.
“We are afraid he will not survive on IV
antibiotics for the long term,” she said.
“He has already suffered from renal fail-
ure and is now being treated with antibiot-
ics that are flushed through his liver — he
is running out of options and hope.”
Melan is a 50-year-old former com-
mercial fisherman who broke his tailbone
in 2000. He ballooned to 550-lbs, but has
since lost much of that weight, said his sis-
ter, who added despite the weight loss her
brother is still morbidly obese.
Now, he’s contracted a deadly infection,
an umbilical hernia and large pannus — a
flap of skin and flesh that forms an abdom-
inal apron that hangs below Melan’s knees
— that continues to breed the infections.
“He was put forward to BC Healthcare
for bariatric surgery for morbid obesity in
Seattle, Wash., but the doctors said the bar-
iatric surgery isn’t what’s required now, he
requires immediate surgery to remove the
pannus and repair the umbilical hernia that
contains the infection,” said Trapp.
“The doctors that he consulted in Seattle,
in conjunction with his doctors in Langley
and Surrey, agree that this is the course of
action that needs to be addressed.”
Trapp said when her brother’s Langley
doctor attempted to get Melan transferred
to Vancouver General Hospital, no doctors
there would take a consultation with him.
Stephen May, spokesperson for the
Ministry of Health, said they are sympa-
thetic to Melan’s plight.
“We recognize the stress they’re going
through and the challenges this case pres-
ents,” he said.
We want folks to know MSP (medical
services plan) is working with Mr. Melan’s
specialist and physician on this case.”
May said panniculectomies — the sur-
gery to remove part of the abdominal apron
— and hernia operations are
procedures regularly performed
in B.C. and are not subject for
out-of-country procedures.
“It’s up to the patient’s doctor
and surgeon to set the urgency
in timing for any surgery.”
May added a Fraser Health
medical director will contact
Melan to determine the best
course of action.
“And that’s where we are at
this point,” May said Monday.
Former Port Hardy man looking for support
Bruce Melan with sons (l to r) Chad and Mark, and niece Janelle. Melan needs life-saving surgery, that the province won’t pay for, said his sister.
photo supplied
Land Act:Notice of Intention to Apply for a
Disposition of Crown LandTake notice that BC Timber Sales, Seaward (tlasta) Business Area in Port McNeill
advertises that the successful bidder for timber sale license TSL A80078 will make
application to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, North
Island – Central Coast District Offi ce in Port McNeill for a License of Occupation –
Industrial Log Handling, File Number 1413636 situated on Provincial Crown land
located in Havannah Channel, East Cracroft Island.
For a copy of the application or to make written comments, please contact Tenures
Forester Cyndy Grant, Box 7000, 2217 Mine Rd, Port McNeill, BC, V0N 2R0 –
[email protected] or Forest Technician Darrell Lissell, Box 7000,
2217 Mine Road, Port McNeill, BC, V0N 2R0 – [email protected].
The application will be available for review and comment for 30 days from
August 25, 2011. Comments will be received until 4:30 PM September 26, 2011.
The district offi ce may not be able to consider comments received after this date.
Comments can also be posted at: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp?PrimaryStatus=pending
Please be sure to cite the Applicant’s name and the location of the proposed activity
and File Number for reference.
Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the
public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at the
distrct offi ce.
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Lindsay ChungBlack PressCOURTENAY—The 16-year-
old suspect charged with first-
degree murder in the stabbing
death of 19-year-old James
Denton will make his next court
appearance Oct. 6.
Comox Valley lawyer Robert
Yeo acted as agent for Victoria-
based defence lawyer Michael
Mulligan last week and asked
the case be adjourned for more
than a month to receive full dis-
closure from the Crown.
Denton, who spent a better
part of his youth in Port Hardy,
was stabbed about 11:30 p.m.
July 23 near the entrance to
G.P. Vanier Secondary School
as a crowd dispersed from the
Rhythm on the Rock festival
at the nearby Comox Valley
Exhibition Grounds.
He later died in Comox at St.
Joseph’s General Hospital.
The 16-year-old suspect cannot
be named due to provisions in the
Youth Criminal Justice Act.
Friends and family gathered
Thursday on the lawn of the
Courtenay courthouse, holding
signs and sporting Justice for
James T-shirts before filling the
gallery of the courtroom.
The suspect will make his
next appearance by video.
Meanwhile, the victim’s
grieving family is making sure
Denton’s name will live on with
the establishment of a bursary
in his name.
His parents and younger
brother have set up the James
Denton Memorial Bursary —
administered through School
District 71 — to honour him
and to help a needy student pay
for a post-secondary education.
It will be presented annually
to a student graduating from
Highland Secondary School
who is going into college or
university and is interested in
the trades.
James’s father David would
like to see the bursary help
someone who is from a lower-
income family who needs some
help getting a post-secondary
education.
“It’s an opportunity for some-
one who would never have that
opportunity,” he said. “There
are lots of kids thinking, ‘I
really can’t afford that.’ When
it comes to going to school,
it costs a lot of money,” said
Denton, who added his deceased
son would would have liked his
family to help others.
“James was going to be very
successful,” said his dad.
“I know if he was successful,
he’d be helping his buds out
whenever he could.”
James’s younger brother,
Shane, agrees.
“He wanted everybody else
to do as good as he was doing,”
he said.
Family friend Brian Norman
says James was a real role
model.
“He was a great example
for all his friends,” he said.
“That was the coolest part about
James — he lived his life as an
example. He didn’t tell people
what to do, he just showed
them.”
“He was well liked, never
missed a day and never showed
up late,” said David. The Denton
family is very grateful to their
friends and family and to the
community for supporting them
at such a hard time.
“Their support has been
amazing,” said James’s mother,
Brenda.
Those who want to contribute
to the bursary can mail a cheque
to the James Denton Memorial
Bursary, care of School District
No. 71, Comox Valley, 607
Cumberland Rd., Courtenay,
B.C., V9N 7G5.
“Hopefully we can pick one
person out each year who will
get something out of it, and it
might change their life,” sad
David.
“I know (James) would be
happy we’re helping someone
somewhere,” he said.
“We just want his name to live
on and people to know what he
stood for.”
Victim’s name will live on
The accused killer of James Denton will make his next court apearance in October. Meanwhile, a bursary has been set up in the victim’s name.
2,000-km on a bicycle built for twoMarried couple Daren Fluke and Lisa Brady stopped in Port Hardy Monday as they began their 2,000-km journey from Anchorage, Alaska — where they purchased a tandem bicycle — to their home in Boise, Idaho. The couple reckons the leisurely trip will take between four and five weeks. Follow their progress at www.tandemrevolutions.com.
Mike D’Amour photo
www.northislandgazette.com Thursday, August 25, 2011
VICTORIA—He would
never quite admit it, but
former premier Gordon
Campbell’s push for self-
sufficiency in clean elec-
tricity has always looked
like a long-term strategy to
export hydroelectric power.
But the recent review of
BC Hydro operations dis-
cusses how the prospects
for exports have changed
since Campbell’s 2007
energy plan.
The government instruct-
ed BC Hydro to wean itself
off power imports by 2016,
even in drought years, and
obtain new capacity mostly
from outside sources with
net zero greenhouse gas
emissions. Nuclear plants
were formally ruled out.
The review of BC Hydro
by three top bureaucrats
acknowledged government
directions have “placed
pressure on BC Hydro to
increase their energy sup-
ply through increased long-
term agreements with inde-
pendent power producers
(IPPs).”
The report puts the aver-
age price paid for IPP
power at $63.85. Compare
that with the projected cost
of $87 to $95 for power
from Site C, the proposed
third dam on the Peace
River that will be BC Hydro
owned and operated.
The $124 figure includes
other costs, notably extend-
ing the electricity grid to
connect IPPs. (Further evi-
dence that current NDP
energy policy is nonsense:
MLA John Horgan opposes
Site C based on an assump-
tion of little or no growth
in mines, mills or other
industries such as lique-
fied natural gas, which an
NDP government would
be a good bet to deliver.
He’s against smart meters
for the same reason he’s
against the HST — because
it looks like a popular pose
right now.)
When it comes to elec-
tricity exports, the impor-
tant point is not what power
sells for today, but what
it will be worth a decade
from now. Conventional
wisdom right now is that
carbon taxes and cap and
trade programs are, if not
dead, at least dormant in
North America. Climate
change has fallen off the
front page as the U.S. and
Europe grapple with eco-
nomic troubles.
So I was surprised to find
that this month Powerex,
BC Hydro’s electricity trad-
ing company, wrote to the
California Air Resources
Board asking for clarifica-
tion of the state’s proposed
changes to its greenhouse
gas reporting and cap and
trade rules. California
wants to prevent suppliers
from engaging in “resource
shuffling,” where a supplier
such as B.C. might import
coal power from Alberta
for its own use, while sell-
ing supposedly clean power
for export.
Considering that restric-
tion, B.C.’s self-sufficiency
rule starts to make more
sense. If B.C. is not import-
ing power, its supply must
be clean.
Also, a meta-analysis on
climate effects came out
last week in the journal
Science, detailing world-
wide species migration due
to warming.
Clean energy sales to
California are a way off,
but it would be a mistake to
reject the possibility.
Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com [email protected] twitter.com/tomfletcherbc
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PUBLISHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sandy Grenier
EDITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mike D’Amour
REPORTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JR Rardon
SALES MANAGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carrie Stone
OFFICE MANAGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sandy Grenier
PRODUCTION MANAGER . . . . . . . . . . . Marlene Parkin
CIRCULATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Julie Meredith
STUDENT REPORTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elena Rardon
COMMENTARY
A barber shop, a grocery store, a pub and a funeral
home are all things most one stoplight towns possess.
The North Island is bigger and better than any jerk-
water out there, yet we can’t even hang onto our one
funeral parlour (re: Aug.18 Gazette; Port Hardy funeral
home shut down).
Yep, it was the owner’s decision to ignore the rules,
which forced the province to revoke his licence and the
guy can do what he likes with his own company.
And funeral homes rarely come up in conversation,
unless of course we need one.
Still, no one would argue businesses that are making
money tend to stick around.
Our North Island community contains about 11,500
residents (according to the latest 2006 census figures
which are inaccurate by now) and one would assume we
die off with some regularity. Natural occurrences that
would require the services of a funeral home.
We can only assume we are not dying at a rate high
enough to sustain the home, or there are other reasons?
We may never know, but the truth is the home seems
to be part of an exodus out of the area.
A quick glance around shows “for rent” signs in store
fronts and a general lessening of members in our com-
bined business community.
It’s at times like this we look to our elected leaders, not
so much for answers, but for solutions.
Does our future lie in somehow attracting more indus-
try to the area, bending over backwards to accommodate
what they might need?
Or do we focus on the natural beauty of our surround-
ings and decide the road ahead is not only paved, but
bumper-to-bumper with out-of-province licence plates?
Whatever our officials decide, they’s better do it quick-
ly while we still have the barbers and the pubs.
The crowds for log-
ger sports at OrcaFest
overfl owed the stands,
proving once again the
popularity of the sport
on the North Island.
It seems more and more people just can’t hit the public trash cans. C’mon folks, littering went out with granny glasses and lava lamps.
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Fighter should turn effort to new projectDear editor,
I just skimmed through
the last issue of our Gazette
and re-read your editorial
dissuading Ben Perlini from
making another attempt
for fame and fortune and I
couldn’t agree more with
your advice.
It is understandable that a
man who has savoured the
taste of fame and fortune
can feel frustrated in not
getting anywhere while rac-
ing towards old age.
Ben, remember our
Biblical exhortation: What
shall it benefit a man if he
gain the whole world and
lose his soul. By all means
translate that also into “and
if he loses his self-respect,
health, honour", the reader
likes to add.
There are many challeng-
es a man/woman can take
on to find his niche in life.
Right now I am compar-
ing the area of Germany
I left, Upper Franconia,
(Oberfranken) with about
7000 square kilometres
in geographic extent with
one million people inhabit-
ing that area and its peo-
ple doing very well. This
area compares to our area
of North Vancouver, from
about Woss to Holberg.
Small cities and villages
are interspersed with farms
and forests and I see in this
a pattern for future devel-
opment when I notice the
ever-increasing native pop-
ulation that appears in Port
Hardy, emerging from their
forest villages on the coast.
Ben, apply for a govern-
ment grant. Seek a chal-
lenge with a group that
looks into future economic
development, so all these
young people growing up
in our area do not have to
apply to emigrate to China
to find employment!
A 46 year old needs to be
reminded that his health is
much more important than
a temporary relief from
boredom and feeling under-
appreciated.
That sport, in my opinion,
should be outlawed and I
know the medical people
have made several attempts
over the years to do that.
I have never been in
favour of a sport where one
man has to dash in the head
of another to entertain peo-
ple. My respect for human
beings, created in the image
of God, is too real to ever
forget that.
Wilhelm WaldsteinPort Hardy
Layton legacy is secure
Dear editor:
Many political strategists
will judge Jack Layton’s
achievements by the num-
ber of seats he won for
his party over the years,
but behind those elector-
al victories was a leader
who remained steadfastly
committed to his principles
above all.
I met Jack Layton shortly
after his arrival in Ottawa
as leader of the NDP, and
watched him in the years
that followed as he became
a good friend of the peace
movement.
He spoke up for diplo-
matic efforts and dialogue
with insurgents to end the
war in Afghanistan, years
before it became a fashion-
able position. At the time, he
was derided by his critics,
taunted and called names
by Conservative Party
members, and even had his
patriotism questioned.
But today, Layton’s vision
is shared widely in capitals
around the world as the
only workable solution in
that strife-torn region.
There are many other sto-
ries like this where Jack
endured shameful attacks
from his political oppo-
nents while he stood by his
principles.
I am certain that Jack
Layton will be remem-
bered as second only to
Tommy Douglas himself:
one of Canada’s greatest
Canadians.
Steven StaplesRideau Institute,
Ottawa
Charlie Cup celebrates 30 years of checkersDear editor:
It seems hard to believe
that I have been doing
the championship for the
Charlie Cup or North
Island Schools Checker
Championship now for year
30 coming up this autumn.
It will be the usual free
entry to North Island school
students from preschool to
grade 12.
What students need to
remember is that it will
begin at the Port Alice
Labour Day events and
run until Father’s Day eve-
ning.
The school with the most
points will be declared the
winners of the Charlie Cup
and that school will have the
Most Valuable Player and
Most Inspirational Player
and the Best Sport will be a
student chosen from one of
the other schools that didn’t
win the cup.
Students can only enter
just once during the cham-
pionship.
If a student manages to
win five out of five games
without either losing or
tying one they pick up a
school point plus a small
prize and keeper picture of
them receiving their prize.
The usual prize is either
an old used mystery book
or homemade CD, likely
my friend’s special music
such as the piano or harp.
Since this is the 30th
annual championship I
have decided to commem-
orate this with a good used
laptop and desktop com-
puter, and a spare working
mid-1920’s classical era
radio.
The Most Valuable Player
gets to choose first then the
Most Inspirational Player
next and the Best Sport
gets the last remaining big
prize.
Smaller prizes may be
given if certain students
should merit one at the end
of the championship.
Students will get their
chance to play during com-
munity events, longer ferry
trips that I am on board
with the board set up for
entries, and many schools
have me set up during
noon-hour sessions.
Students who wish to
play should let their school
teachers staff and principal
know so we can make sure
they get their chance before
Father’s Day 2012 comes
and goes.
Lastly, the Charlie Cup
has been relocated will
be updated. We will try to
have it at some of the big-
ger events so students know
what it looks like and how
the MVP annually gets rec-
ognized on the plate on it.
If anyone has any ques-
tions they can request their
school to contact me to help
them out.
David LyonSointula
Oh, my deer
Two young pedestrians pause to take a picture of a deer crossing the sidewalk on Campbell Way in Port McNeill recently.
J.R. Rardon photo
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August 26Gate House Theatre presents Hangover Part 2, 7
p.m. All tickets $5. Info, www.gatehouseca.org
August 27Second annual Tour de Rock/Cops for Cancer fish-
ing derby at Kelsey Bay in Sayward. It costs 25 bucks a rod and goes from dawn until 4 p.m. The day also includes a free kids’ fishing derby — with prizes — off the government dock, beer garden that opens at noon and a raffle for a Glen Greensides woodcarving among other events. For more, log onto www.say-wardfishingderby.webs.com or call 250-282-5522.
August 27Gate House Theatre Saturday matinee showing
of Kung Fu Panda 2, 2:30 p.m. All tickets $5. Info, www.gatehouseca.org
August 27Port Hardy Chamber of Commerce and Visitor
Centre dog wash and hot dog roast 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at Visitor Centre. Ten per cent off all merchandise in centre. Info, 250-949-7622.
August 27Coffee house and karaoke night, 7 p.m., St.
Columba’s Anglican United Church basement, Port Hardy. Everyone invited for an evening of music, song and fun. Free admission.
August 27-28Sointula Salmon Days. Saturday parade through
town beginning 11:30 a.m., followed by live music, food vendors, games, beer garden, farmer’s market
and traditional salmon dinner at the ballfield. Dance to Big Fun, 9 p.m., F.O. Hall. On Sunday, pancake breakfast, dragon boating and art studio tours. For info or to reserve a table call Myrna, 250-973-6985.
August 28Tour de Rock golf tourney, 10 a.m., Rainbow’s End
golf course in Sayward. Registration of $55 includes 18 holes in best-ball format and a hot lunch. Prizes and a beer garden will also be on hand.
August 30Gate House Theatre presents American Graffiti, 7
p.m., as part of Classic Tuesdays Summer Blockbusters month. All tickets $5. Info, www.gatehouseca.org
September 2-4Renshinkan Dojo hosts Akido and tactical martial
arts seminar at Robert Scott Elementary School gym-nasium, featuring sensei Dr. Frank Gallo. Training open to students of any martial art or rank, from any organization or dojo. Sessions Friday 6-9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3-6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration $125, forms and waivers available from Renshinkan dojo, Room 4, Robert Scott Elementary. Info, Arnet Hales at 250-949-9542.
September 2Gate House Theatre presents Mr. Popper’s Penguins,
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tions, kids games and petting zoo, vendors, firewood sale, 50/50 draw and more. Proceeds to Hyde Creek Community Recreation Association. To reserve ven-dor table call Guylaine, 250-956-3622.
September 3Gate House Theatre Saturday matinee showing of
Pebble and the Penguin, 2:30 p.m. All tickets $5. Info, www.gatehouseca.org
September 3-4North Island Harley Owners Group Toy and Rod
Run and Stomp. Toy and Rod Run Saturday leaves Community Hall in Port McNeill 11 a.m. and leaves Port Hardy at noon. Pig Roast and Stomp with live music from Steelhead follows in Hyde Creek, Eagleridge Rd. H.O.G. Poker Run Sunday.
September 6Gate House Theatre presents To Sir With Love,
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September 9Gate House Theatre presents Midnight in Paris, 7
p.m. All tickets $5. Info, www.gatehouseca.org
September 10Tri Port Dragon Boat Society’s second annual
dragon boat regatta, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the waterfront in Port Hardy. Dragon boat races, benefit auction, entertainment, beer garden and vendors. Info, Cora 250-949-7867 or [email protected]
September 10Sointula Farmer’s Market, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., rain or
shine. Follow the signs to #25 2nd Street. Artisans, bakers, gardeners, more. Info, Sally at 250-973-6593.
September 10Gate House Theatre Saturday matinee showing of
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September 10 and 11Mt. Waddington Regional Fall Fair at Port Alice
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September 13Gate House Theatre presents In the Heat of the
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September 16Gate House Theatre presents Fast Five, 7 p.m. All
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September 17North Island Cops for Cancer benefit tourney, 10
a.m., Seven Hills Golf and Country Club. $60 per person, 18 holes, 4-person best-ball format, followed by dinner, prizes, silent auction to benefit Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock. Info, Cpl. Ryan Netzer 250-949-6335 or [email protected]
September 17An art show by the North Island Artists' Society.
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September 17Gate House Theatre Saturday matinee showing of
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Tourists are lining up at U.S. border
crossings instead of heading to B.C.’s
favourite coastal getaways, and summer
traffic on BC Ferries is down about four
per cent as a result.
BC Ferries is running its full summer
schedule of sailings and CEO David
Hahn estimates the lighter traffic means
the corporation will probably take a loss
of about $20 million on the year. But
Hahn rejects the suggestion that rising
ferry fares are keeping people away,
because Statistics Canada figures show
U.S. visits have slumped across Canada
while traffic south has soared.
“The strength of the Canadian dollar,
the price of fuel, has driven Canadians
across the board, not just in B.C., down
into the United States … it’s a reverse of
what happened in 2003 and 2004,” Hahn
told CKNW radio Thursday.
“I guarantee the people with the big
motorhomes in Alberta are thinking
twice about coming west. They’re going
south because they can buy a lot more
fuel for a lot less money down in the
States.”
In 2001, a vehicle with two passengers
cost about $50 to travel from the B.C.
mainland to Vancouver Island. That’s
up to about $75 today, with proportion-
ally larger increases on smaller routes.
Hahn said BC Ferries’ fuel costs
have tripled to $120 million a
year since was appointed CEO
in 2003.
Foot traffic on the ferries is up as
travellers occasionally find sailing
waits for walk-on passengers.
Transportation Minister Blair
Lekstrom put a cap on ferry fare
increases this spring, one of sever-
al moves billed as part of Premier
Christy Clark’s “families first”
agenda. Fare increases of up to
eight per cent on northern and
smaller routes were capped at
4.15 per cent while the B.C. Ferry
Commissioner reviews rates and
makes recommendations to the
government by early 2012.
Hahn noted that vehicle travel to the
U.S. is up across Canada, and airport
figures are showing the same trend.
Passengers to Vancouver airport peaked
in 2008 with more than 17 million pas-
sengers, but have not recovered com-
pletely from the U.S.-led economic cri-
sis, even in the Olympic year of 2010.
Ferry traffic down as tourists go south
Mike D’AmourGazette Staff While mature students are
benefitting with Elder College
in Port Alice, North Island
College is also looking at
helping the less educated in a
program that’s a B.C. first.
“One of the challenges we
face in the Mount Waddington
Region is really low literacy
and numeracy levels that’s
prevented a lot of people
from accessing trades train-
ing,” NIC’s regional director,
Karsten Henriksen, said.
“So, what we’ve done is
we’ve gone back to the draw-
ing board and redesigned a
curriculum that’s recognized
by the Industry Training
Authority as a qualification
program for first-year carpen-
try.”
“It’s significantly longer, 10
months, but in that program
we’re blending hands-on
upgrading,” said Henriksen.
“What we’re doing is put-
ting students in the classroom
and we’re actually taking them
into the shop and showing
them how what they learned
in the classroom is applied
to what they will do in their
careers.”
The program — the
Carpentry Access Program
— is the first of it’s kind in
the province, and perhaps in
Western Canada.
“A huge number of the stu-
dents who come to us that
want to do something are scor-
ing below the eighth grade
level,” said Henriksen.
“That really leads us to hav-
ing to do a lot of upgrading
with the students and upgrade
and really be creative ion how
we deliver programming.”
NIC hammers out unique course
BC Ferries passengers watch a pod of killer whales swim through Active Pass on the Tsawwassen-Swartz Bay route.
Tom Fletcher photo
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Clockwise from top: Brandon Cheetham of Port Hardy interacts while daughter Jerzie and son Jayce play in the Bounce-a-rama dur-ing the 12th annual OrcaFest celebration in Port McNeill; Sophia Downey sports a fang-filled smile; Alec Nielson strains against his bun-gee vest; the Rotary Club float had a good day fishing; Willow Baker covers her ears against fire truck sirens.
J.R. Rardon photos
turns 12
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ON TOUR: This year’s Tour de Rock begins in Port Alice on Saturday, Sept. 24 and ends Friday, Oct. 7 in Victoria. Tour de Rock raises funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research and programs.
HELP OUT: Donations to Tour de Rock can be made at www.copsforcancer.ca.
FIND OUT: To catch up on all the Tour de Rock news, including rider profiles, please go online to: www.tourderock.ca
Auren RuvinskyBlack Press
When the Oceanside RCMP detachment’s Tour de Rock riders are out in full gear, they attract a lot of attention with people waving, honking and stopping them on the side of the road to chat.
Const. Rochelle Carr and auxiliary officer Bill Peppy from the Parksville-based detachment take the interruptions in good spirit, aware the point is to get as much attention as possible as they train hard for their 1,000-kilometre cycle down Vancouver Island in September.
“I love to work with kids,” said Carr, who has been in Parksville about one year, coming from three years at her first post in Tofino.
She said that while Parksville isn’t exactly the Lower Mainland, it feels like a large, populated area compared to her time covering four blocks in Tofino.
Growing up in the busy Fraser Valley she imagined Island communities would be too small for her, but she said she has come to enjoy the small-town atmosphere and loves how smaller communities come together
for events like the Tour.Peppy, on the other hand, is used to
smaller communities, having been in Parksville since 1999 and coming from the Cowichan Valley.
He has volunteered with the RCMP since 2006, the year he and his wife Debbie took over organizing the Cops for Cancer golf tournament. They have been heavily involved in the Tour for years and last year even helped out with some of the cooking.
“My wife has been the biggest supporter of the Tour. She’d be riding if she could,” he said, pointing out she’ll get to do more of the tournament organizing this year.
“It’s about going to the next level of giving back,” he stressed.
Peppy, bakery operations manager for Country Grocer in Nanaimo, has two children, Kurtis, 20, and Lindsey, 16. In his spare time is also head instructor of the
Oceanside Martial Arts School in Parksville.The team is out training on local roads
and appearing at numerous public events in the next couple months under the guidance of previous Parksville riders Pam Bolton and Dave Kokesch as they gear up
for the trip. Carr, Peppy and the rest of the 22-member team of law enforcement, media and military personnel will ride as much as 150 km a day, on top of scheduled public events in communities from Port Hardy to Victoria.
Oceanside RCMP officers garnering plenty of attention in lead-up to Tour de Rock ride
Special feature
Black Press newspapers on Vancouver Island will publish this special feature page spotlighting police officers taking part in this year’s Canadian Cancer Society Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock.
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Const. Rochelle Carr and auxiliary officer Bill Peppy from Oceanside RCMP in Parksville will ride up to 150 kilometres per day, starting on Sept. 24, as they complete a 1,000-km bike journey across the Island to raise money for pediatric cancer research.
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Mike D’AmourGazette StaffSOINTULA—A small group of Malcolm Island
kids are a little wiser about the ways of the sea
after they participated in an inaugural sailing
course hosted by a former Calgary cop.
“I originally thought about getting together with
other sailors to have a fun sailing day with the
kids,” said Skipper Jim MacDougall, who, as a
youngster, spent countless hours sailing with his
father on the Great Lakes. “Then I thought, ‘Why
not have a sailing camp?’”
MacDougall did just that and Saturday the four
kids in the five-day course attended a graduation
barbecue at MacDougall’s sea shore home he
shares with wife, Ivana, and Portuguese water
dog, Bailey.
Skipper Jim spent 26-years as a Calgary police
officer, retiring a few years ago with the rank of
detective.
He moved to the island and chartered on the
west coast where he completed cruising and
navigation courses through the Canadian Yachting
Association.
The class he offered the kids is his way of shar-
ing his love for the sea and his two male and two
female students spent much of their time aboard
Skipper Jim’s fully restored, 1971 Pearson 39
sloop, the Sea Jays, which he charters through his
company, Islay Mist Sailing Charters.
“I put together the course that really focuses a
lot on boat safety,” said Skipper Jim, who noted
all his students were well-versed in things
like where the safety equipment is, how to
use it, safe and proper anchoring and man
overboard recovery situations.
The kids also learned about rights of
ways, collision avoidance, leaving and
entering a harbour safely, working a wind-
lass and things like learning to read tide
and current tables.
“Those things are very important up
here, but most important was to have fun”
said the skipper, who also noted every
student got plenty of time at the helm of
the Sea Jays.
“Most of these kids have grown up on
the water, motorboating and fishing, but
most have never been on a sailboat,” said
Skipper Jim.
“The sailing part was the most fun,” said
Skipper Jim student, 13-year-old Bessy
Prevost.
“I really liked learning different parts of
the sail and I’d like to do it again.”
She may get her wish because Skipper
Jim said he’s looking to expanding the
course next year.
“This was a start-up year, but I’d like
to do a Level II course for the kids who
graduated Level 1,” he said.
For more information, log onto
http://www.islaymistsailing.com.
It was sails ho for a group of Sointula teens who learned the basics of sailing in a new course last week. Top photo (left to right) Twelve-year-old Dexter Lash-Burrows takes a turn at the helm of the Sea Jays while Molly Lash-Burrows, also 12, and the 13-year-olds Bessy Prevost and Robert Burgess-Griffith, await their turns. (Left) The Sea Jays under full sail.
Photos courtesy Jim MacDougall
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Port Hardy Youth Soccer
Association would like to thank
the following for making our
2011 soccer season successful
without your help & support, soccer would
not happen in Port Hardy!! Soccer is a positive, healthy activity for the youth of port hardy,
so please continue to support the young people
by helping out where you can!
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PH Youth Soccer Referees, especially Gerry TregerNutrilite Soccer FestStrait Shooter PhotographyParent Volunteers& anyone we may have inadvertently omitted
Finally, we wish to thank Kristen Baroutis, our team captains and volunteers from the Port McNeill Lions Club for your fantastic support!
The North Vancouver Island Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada raised $3,050 at our Port McNeill Scotiabank MS Walk on May 15th. Proceeds will be used to provide local programs and services to people affected by MS and allow us to make a donation to national research to find a cure for MS.
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VICTORIA—New
guidelines have been
released to help B.C.’s
coastal communities
update floodplain area
maps and adapt to ris-
ing sea levels.
The Coastal
Floodplain Mapping
Guidelines and
Specifications recom-
mends standards for
topographic mapping
and identifies engi-
neering requirements
for establishing build-
ing elevations in coast-
al areas.
It also includes a
sample floodplain
map showing potential
floodplain areas to the
year 2100, along with
an engineering design
brief.
This information will
help urban planners
and local government
officials incorporate
rising sea levels into
flood-hazard area land-
development deci-
sions, such as official
community plans, zon-
ing, subdivisions and
building permits.
The work has
been made possible
by a $60,000 con-
tribution from the
Province and Natural
Resources Canada’s
Regional Adaptation
Collaborative Program,
which facilitates cli-
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planning and decision-
making at the regional
level.
The new guidelines
complement a report
released last May on
how rising sea levels
will affect coastal B.C.
over the next century,
titled Climate Change
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Land Use.
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New mapping could help avoid flooding like this that occurred last year.
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August 27-28Drag racing
North Island Timing Association hosts Rumble on the Runway III points series drags at Port McNeill Airport. 10 a.m. time trials, 1 p.m. heat races each day. Concession, pit passes available. Info, Maureen, 250-230-2005.
September 2-4Slo-pitch
Labour Day Slo-pitch Tournament in Port Alice. Game times tba.
September 3-4Motor sports
Stock car racing at Tri-Port Speedway, 7 p.m. Saturday, 1 p.m. Sunday. Sunday is second round of Dust Bowl trophy series. Tickets $5 adult, $3 youth, $2 children.
September 3-4Motocross
Tri-Port Motorbike and ATV Club hosts Vancouver Island Motocross fall series racing at 7 Mile Track. 10 a.m. start both days.
September 6-18Hockey
North Island Eagles rep tryouts at Chilton Regional Arena. Time schedule tba. Info, Tanya, 250-956-4836.
September 10Dragonboating
Triport Dragonboat Society regatta, Rotary Park, Port Hardy 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Dragon boat races, vendors, entertainment, beer garden. Info, Cora at
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Port Hardy Slo-pitch Indian Summer Tournament at Beaver Harbour Park. Orthodox format men’s tourney; women’s slo-pitch division if sufficient interest. For info or to register a team, call David at 250-949-7221.
Angus Brown leaps from a log after losing his balance in the novice obstacle pole competition. Below, Brad Delosa takes a cut in the spring-board event. J.R. Rardon photos
J.R. RardonGazette staffPORT McNEILL — Even
with a head start, the other
competitors in the second
annual OrcaFest Lumberjack
Competition couldn’t catch
Brad Delosa.
The Australian won his
second straight male logger
title Saturday at the exhibi-
tion grounds off Broughton
Boulevard, including besting a
field of eight competitors in the
crowd-pleasing handicap under-
hand chop.
The event uses each competi-
tor’s finish time in the open and
novice events, completed earlier
in the day, and gives the slower
choppers a head start.
Starting 41 seconds after the
first logger, Delosa nonetheless
churned through his log first,
moments before the other com-
petitors began to finish their
own logs, just seconds apart.
“It’s an event they do in
Australia,” said Nick Russell,
co-organizer of Saturday’s
event hosted by the Port
McNeill Logger Sports Society.
“You see the same guys win-
ning every competition, and this
gives everyone a chance.”
Delosa, who also won the
open underhand chop and who
claimed the Canadian champi-
onship in the open springboard
chop, agreed.
“In Australia, we do a lot
of handicap events,” he said.
“It gives the younger guys and
newer guys a chance to compete
with the pros.”
While the open competition
was held in heats of three chop-
pers at a time, the handicap
chop saw the entire field lined
up in front of the large crowd
that spilled beyond the bleach-
ers set up at the waterfront site.
While Delosa waited patiently
at one end of the line, each of
his rivals started chopping one
by one as event announcer Paul
Mackenzie counted up to 41
and he could start in. Delosa
was asked whether seeing his
opponents get a head start cre-
ated any nerves or extra rush of
adrenaline.
“I just focus on the job at
hand,” he said. “If I make my
cuts and don’t make any mis-
takes, the competition will take
care of itself.”
Delosa finished with 22
points in the Canadian Loggers
(Canlog) sanctioned event.
A trio of challengers, Derek
Pouchnik, Bobby Dowling and
Dave McLeod, tied for second
with 19 points each.
Anita Jezowski was the top
female logger with 12 points,
one better than runner-up
Brenda Pouchnik.
In the novice division, a new
addition to the Port McNeill
Lumberjack Games this year,
Brian Gagne totaled 11 points
to edge Brad Laviolette (10)
and Phil Howe (9).
Local loggers had their share
of success in the event, which
was recorded by camera crews
for the second year for airing on
TSN’s Lumberjacks series.
Port McNeill’s Roger Briscoe
won the Grand Prairie Accuracy
Cut and Russell was first in
the choker race. Aleta Rushton
of Port McNeill teamed with
Dowling to win the Jack-and-
Jill double-buck sawing event.
“This is a good, little competi-
tion, and very well-run,” Delosa
said after his second appearance
in Port McNeill. “And it’s a
good tuneup for the Stihl U.S.
National Championships next
week in Salem (Oregon).”
Results appear in Scoreboard, page 16.
Loggers let the chips fly
Aleta Rushton competes in single buck sawing.
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LOAD ‘EM UPThe Port Hardy slo-pitch team cruised to the A division title in the 12th annual OrcaFest Slo-pitch tournament with a 19-7 win over the Woss Brewers Sunday in Port McNeill.
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A DivisionFinal: Load ‘em Up 19, Woss Brewers 7. Third place: Adrenaline Rush. Fourth: Politically Incorrect.Male most sportsmanlike: Bubba Nelson, Load ‘em Up. Female: Tanya Munroe, Adrenaline Rush.
B DivisionFinal: Dustmen 10, Canadian Eh’s 7. Third: Fort Rupert Generals. Fourth: Bandits.Male most sportsmanlike: Jeffery Tam, Bandits; Female: Leigh Deans, Canadian Eh’s.
C DivisionFinal: Woodchuckers 17, Fanny Bay T&B 13. Third: Sportsmen. Fourth: Comtech Crushers.Male most sportsmanlike: Craig Smith, Comtech Crushers; Female: Debbie Balcke, Sportsmen.
D DivisionFinal: Port Alice def. Hi Vis (no score available). Third: Rez. Fourth: B.C. Buds.Male most sportsmanlike: Kelly Jones, Hi Vis; Female: Jen Nelson, Rez.
E DivisionFinal: Timberland 23, Ballerz 8. Third: Slippery Kittens. Fourth: Team Awesome.Male most sportsmanlike: John Friman, Timberland; Female: Bree Healey, Slippery Kittens.
F DivisionFinal: Loose Change 17, Brew Crew 16Male most sportsmanlike: Vince Norris, Loose Change; Female: Ashley Relkie, Brew Crew.Most sportsmanlike team: Fanny Bay T&B
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2011 Dust Bowl - Day 1Saturday, Aug. 20
Trophy dash: 1. Donnie Lawrence; 2. Glen Day; 3. Brock Shore; 4. Daniel Hovey.Heat 1: 1. Lawrence; 2. Day; 3. Hovey; 4. Shore.
Heat 2: 1. Hovey; 2. Lawrence; 3. Shore; 4. Day.Main event: 1. Hovey; 2. Lawrence; 3. Shore.
LOGGER SPORTS
2nd annual OrcaFest Lumberjack Competition
Saturday, Aug. 20Overall Male Logger
1. Brad Delosa, 22 points; 2 (tie). Derek Pouchnik, Bobby Dowling and Dave MacLeod, 19.
Overall Female Logger1. Anita Jezowski, 12; 2. Brenda Pouchnik, 11; 3. Sarah Mooney, 8.
Overall Novice Logger1. Brian Gagne, 11; 2. Brad Laviolette, 10; 3. Phil Howe, 9.
Individual event resultsLadies Axe Throw
1. Sarah Mooney, 12 points; 2. Brenda Pouchnik, 11; 3. Anita Jezowski, 9; 4. Sarah Russell, 7.
Men’s Axe Throw1. Derek Pouchnik, 15; 2. Brad Delosa, 13; 3. Dave MacLeod, 12; 4. Matt Mooney, 12.
Novice Axe Throw1. Brian Gagne, 12; 2. Phil Howe, 11.
Choker Race1. Nick Russell, 15.84 seconds; 2. Dennis Yarjau, 17.09; 3. Dave MacLeod, 17.435; 4. Brad Laviolette, 20.18.
Men’s Double-buck1. Derek Pouchnik-Bobby Dowling, 6.88; 2. Roger Briscoe-Dave MacLeod, 9.515; 3. Nick Russell-Doug Folkins, 9.980; 4. Brad Delosa-Matt Mooney, 11.29; 5. Kevin Steward-Anita Jezowski, 19.065; 6. Troy Lambert-Brian Gagne, 21.9.
Novice Double-buck1. Jordan Mulherin-Pete Wright, 16.285; 2. Phil Howe-Brad Laviolette, 22.06; 3. Aleta Rushton-Chantelle Ryan, 22.875; 4. Angus Brown-Micky Brown, 25.31; 5. Robert Gagnon-Alfred Gagnon, 25.985; 6. Craig Bordeleau-Derik Hutchison, 28.615.
Jack & Jill Double-buck1. Aleta Rushton-Bobby Dowling, 10.325; 2. Brenda Pouchnik-Derek Pouchnik, 10.48; 3. Anita Jezowski-Dave MacLeod,
11.365; 4. Sarah Mooney-Matt Mooney, 12.15; 5. Sarah Russell-Nick Russell, 14.89; 6. Heather Laviolette-Troy Lambert, 17.125.
Grand Prairie Accuracy Cut1. Roger Briscoe, 18.07; 2. Eddie Braun, Jr., 26.445; 3. Dave MacLeod, 38.17.
Hot Saw1. Brad Delosa, 9.760; 2. Dave MacLeod, 11.335; 3. Kevin Steward, 12.87; 4. Angus Brown, 29.095; 5. Nick Russell, 31.14.
Obstacle Pole - Open1. Dave MacLeod, 14.84; 2. Doug Folkins, 18.99; 3. Nick Russell, 19.13; 4. Eddie Braun, 22.67; 5. Kevin Steward, 27.3.
Obstacle Pole - Novice1. Brad Laviolette, 16.155; 2. Brian Gagne, 19.165; 3. Phil Howe, 25.580; 4. Bobby Dowling, 49.77.
Single Buck - Ladies1. Brenda Pouchnik, 21.56; 2. Anita Jezowski, 23.3; 3. Sarah Mooney, 26.775; 4. Aleta Rushton, 40.29; 5. Sarah Russell, 47.39; 6. Chantelle Ryan, 1:51.835.
Single Buck - Men1. Bobby Dowling, 13.845; 2. Brad Delosa, 14.76; 3. Matt Mooney, 19.46; 4. Nick Russell, 20.07; 5. Dave MacLeod, 22.455; 6. Troy Lambert, 23.485.
Springboard1. Brad Delosa, 1:05.53; 2. Derek Pouchnik, 1:30.98; 3. Bobby Dowling, 1:37.725; 4. Nick Russell, 1:48.19; 5. Dennis Yarjau, 2:12.69; 6. Dave MacLeod, 2:15.52.
Echo Challenge Stock Saw - Ladies
1. Anita Jezowski, 10.25; 2. Brenda Pouchnik, no time.
Echo Challenge Stock Saw - Men
1. Brad Delosa, 8.78; 2. Derek Pouchnik, 9.66; 3. Bobby Dowling, 11.725.
Underhand Chop - Novice1. Angus Brown, 31.345; 2. Brian Gagne, 40.97; 3. Brad Laviolette, 49.41; 4. Phil Howe, 1:02.2; 5. Jordan Mulherin, 1:05.09; 6. Eddie Braun, Jr., 1:23.59.
Underhand Chop - Handicap1. Brad Delosa, 58.94; 2. Derek Pouchnik, 1:03.06; 3. Dennis Yarjau, 1:03.25; 4. Bobby Dowling, 1:04.25; 5. Nick Russell, 1:07.71; 6. Dave MacLeod, 1:10.89.
Drivers fit to be tied in Dust BowlJ.R. RardonGazette staffPORT HARDY — Daniel
Hovey was running on
only six of his eight cyl-
inders when he took the
track for the main event
Saturday evening at Tri-
Port Speedway.
By the end of the night,
none of them were work-
ing.
Still, Hovey got just
enough from his stock car
to pick up the victory in the
10-lap main event and split
a series of two-lap “grudge
match” races with fellow
driver Donnie Lawrence on
opening night of the Tri-
Port Motor Sports Club’s
Dust Bowl weekend.
“I don’t know, it seemed
like I was dropping (cylin-
ders) the whole time,” said
Hovey, whose car finally
died in the pits as he was
preparing to join driver
Brock Shore in a tire burn-
out against the wall front-
ing the track’s main grand-
stand. “I think it’s done
now. It won’t start.”
Then Hovey turned away
with a shrug. “I’ve got
another motor.”
Hovey will have time
to install it, if necessary.
Sunday’s second Dust Bowl
session was rained out,
and will be run at Tri-Port
Speedway Sunday, Sept. 4
at 1 p.m.
The split event could
work out for the better, as
Saturday’s racing drew a
small field of drivers and
one of the smallest crowds
of the season at the track.
“We’re not closing the
book on the Dust Bowl
yet,” organizer Theresa Lee
said. “The guys want to run
the second day of races,
and we had a rain make-
up date available on (Sept.)
fourth.”
Several of the club’s reg-
ular drivers were missing
Saturday due to travel or
broken cars. But Lee said
all of them are expected to
return in early September to
vie for the Dust Bowl per-
petual trophy, other keeper
trophies and prizes.
The drivers will be chas-
ing Hovey and Lawrence,
who finished Saturday tied
in Dust Bowl points.
Lawrence, appearing
on the track for the first
time since piloting Robbie
Robbins’s car to the main
event win on opening day
this spring, claimed the
opening trophy dash and
the first heat race, with
Glen Day placing second in
each race.
But as the two resumed
their duel in the second heat,
Lawrence suffered a flat and
spun in front of Day com-
ing out of turn two. The
front left edge of his bumper
punctured Day’s grill, push-
ing the radiator into the fan
blade and opening a gash
that quickly led to Day over-
heating and missing out on
the main event.
Hovey took advantage,
holding off Lawrence and
Shore after a restart to win
the second heat. Hovey then
passed Lawrence early in
the main event and nursed
his sputtering engine to the
checkered flag, despite a
competition yellow flag that
allowed Lawrence a restart
with three laps to go.
“When Glen hit me I bent
the A-arm about three inch-
es,” Lawrence said of his
left front steering assembly.
“After that, it handled like
a tank. Otherwise, I felt
pretty good about today.
The car felt strong.”
Daniel Hovey (7) recovers from a slide in turn 3 as Glen Day and Donnie Lawrence give chase Saturday in the first round of the Dust Bowl at Tri-Port Speedway. J.R. Rardon photo
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It’s that time of year again! Port Hardy Minor Hockey will be taking registrations for the 2011-2012 season.
I have registration for players who played last year, so please contact me for those. If you are new this year I will also have registration forms for those as well.
All fees that are still outstanding must be cleared up before child can play this year. I will also leave registration forms at Jim’s Hardy Sports, please see Nita for those. Any questions and concerns please feel free to contact me.
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We are also looking for coaches and managers. Please contact Graham at 250.949.9588.
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Load 'em Up a trophy J.R. RardonGazette staffPORT McNEILL —
After the show Load
‘em Up put on to reach
the A final of the 12th
annual OrcaFest Slo-
pitch Tournament, the
championship game
was somewhat anticli-
mactic.
The Port Hardy club
pounded five home
runs in the first three
innings and rolled to
a 19-7 win over the
Woss Brewers to clinch
the tourney trophy in a
game shortened to five
innings by the 10-run
“mercy” rule.
Sunday’s title win
came a year after
Load ‘em Up fell one
run short in a loss to
Adrenaline Rush of
Campbell River in the
A final. This time, the
two teams met in the
semifinals, with Load
‘em Up eliminating the
three-time defending
champs with a 15-4
win that also invoked
the mercy rule.
“Redemption,” Load
‘em Up manager
Stephen Clair said.
“That was a sweet vic-
tory.”
Catcher Ruth
Jacobson agreed.
“That was the most
important game,” she
said.
As impressive as the
two playoff bracket
wins were, Load ‘em
Up would not even
have reached the A
Division had it not
parlayed a four-run
rally in the bottom
of the seventh inning
into a 14-13 win over
Politically Incorrect of
Duncan in what was
likely the game of the
tourney.
In its final round-
robin game Saturday,
Load ‘em Up trailed
13-10 heading into
the bottom of the final
inning and had already
reached its per-game
limit of five home runs
for the contest. But the
team rallied with a sta-
tion-to-station inning
that ended on an RBI
hit by Brian Texmo.
“That was quite an
intense game,” said
Clair.
Load ‘em Up entered
the A playoff bracket
as the second-seed-
ed team. As the final
against the top-seeded
Brewers began, Clair
took up his station in
the third-base coach’s
box and implored his
players to save their five
home runs for a similar
late-game charge.
But Texmo launched
a two-run shot in a
five-run first inning,
Mitchell Blackmore
and Jim Johnson added
solo shots and Jake
Colborne hit a three-
run bomb in the sec-
ond, and Bubba Nelson
hit a two-run blast with
nobody out in the third
to put the team at its
limit.
Nelson’s shot gave
the team a 12-2 lead,
which was more than
enough.
Colborne finished
with three hits, three
RBI and four runs,
Jacobson had three hits
and drove in a pair,
Arlene Clair had two
RBI on a single and a
sacrifice fly, and Tony
Knighton had two hits
and two runs scored.
“It was a good effort
by everyone,” Stephen
Clair said of the week-
end. “Our girls were
real strong. It was a
great tournament. This
was our year.”
Greg Fox of the Dustmen lunges to tag a sliding Raymond Clair of the Canadian Eh's in the B Final of the annual OrcaFest Slo-pitch Tournament in Port McNeill Sunday. Below, Alison Gurney of the Woss Brewers reaches for the ball as Load 'em Up baserunner Brian Texmo slides into second in a spray of mud in the A Final. J.R. Rardon photos
Motocross club invites youth riders
Gazette staffPORT McNEILL — The Triport Motorbike
and ATV Club is offering youngsters and local trail riders a chance to take part in its next big race at Seven Mile Motocross Track Sept. 3-4.
The Triport club will host the 3rd and 4th races in the Vancouver Island Motocross Association fall season at the 1.9-kilometre track between Port Hardy and Port McNeill, with racing beginning at 10 a.m. each day.
Club president Mark Ellis said a special clinic and exhibition race will be offered during the lunch break both days for 50cc peewee riders and for 70cc and 80cc youth riders who want to get a taste of the action on the jumps, hills and berms of the track.
“We’ve got some excellent riders on the North Island, and some guys who are ready to take the next step (in competition),” said Ellis. “But we’re hoping to recruit some younger rid-ers. Boys and girls are welcome.”
The cost for the clinic and track ride is $10 per rider.
The Triport club is also seeking flaggers to assist on both race days, and will pay for the service.
To sign up for flagging duty or for more information, call Ellis at 250-956-9873. To pre-register for the youth ride, call Ellis or, in Port Hardy, call Martin and Marnie Northey at 250-949-9951.
Tour de Rock golf tourneyPlayers of any skill level are invited to golf
for a cause in the first North Island Cops for Cancer benefit golf tournament Sept. 17 begin-ning at 10 a.m. at Seven Hills Golf and Country Club.
The registration fee of $60 per person includes 18 holes of play in a 4-person best-ball format, followed by dinner, prizes, and a silent auction to benefit Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock.
To register or for more info, contact Cpl. Ryan Netzer 250-949-6335 or [email protected]
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life film and videog-
raphers are invited to
submit their work to
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film festival showcas-
ing local wildlife-in-
spired short films and
documentaries.
“We are really excit-
ed about the launch of
this first ever annual
film festival,” said Gina
Bugslag, BC SPCA
events coordinator for
Vancouver Island.
“The purpose of the
festival is to promote
awareness, knowledge
and understanding of
wildlife, habitat, peo-
ple and nature, through
excellence in film,
television, and other
media,” she said.
“We’re inviting all
Western Canadian film-
makers — first timers,
amateurs or pros — of
any age to submit their
take on the diversity of
wildlife in this part of
the world and the chal-
lenges they face.”
Film categories
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Entry fee is $10;
films made in any style
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Oct. 15.
Nominated films will
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the Oct. 31 to Nov. 5
Victoria festival, with a
screening Nov. 3 when
the public will be able
to vote for their favou-
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Online viewing and
voting will run from
Oct. 31 to Nov. 5.
Viewing and voting is
by donation (suggested
donation $10).
Prizes will be award-
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films and winning
films will be featured
in BC SPCA promo-
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Films can portray
Western Canadian
wildlife at play, engag-
ing in interesting
behaviour, at home in
their natural habitat or
adapting to life in an
urban environment.
“Wildlife” encom-
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mammals, amphib-
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insects.
For detailed informa-
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Human presence in many
of our natural areas has
had negative impacts on
the landscape.
This environmental damage
will not only affect vegetation and
wildlife, but also human visitors,
both present and in the future.
No trace, or low-
impact, camping plays
a major role in protect-
ing that which we value
and basically means
when you finish with
a campsite, leave it in
such a condition that
nobody would know
you’ve been there.
Individual judgement
is important, we can not
always rely on rules,
regulations and man-
agement to protect the
environment, you just have to
look at what’s happening in B.C.
today.
A general guideline is to live as
carefully as possible — it’s a mat-
ter of lifestyle.
Planning prior to a trip is essen-
tial from both a low-impact stand-
point as well as having an enjoy-
able trip.
Part of the fun is in the actu-
al planning, the anticipation of
getting away from our everyday
mundane tasks, it actually places
you in the vacation euphoria even
though you’re not on vacation
yet.
Even in large land areas, use
is usually concentrated in small
areas, along trails, scenic views,
and designated campsites to name
a few.
There is a general tendency to
go where others have traveled;
trails, access points, etc.
Concentrated use results in trail
damage, mainly erosion and loss
of vegetation.
Some of the common prob-
lems include widening of paths
by detouring around muddy sec-
tions. (Real men
love mud, it’s those
girly-boys who
don’t want to get
muddy that create
this problem.)
Then there’s the
informal and/or
multiple trails cre-
ated by indiscrimi-
nate use, the ‘bull
in the china shop’
mentality.
There’s a good
reason for keeping
to the trail, and I’ve always won-
dered why hikers buy multi-hun-
dred dollar hiking boots that are
waterproof, water-resistant and
yet when they come to a stream
or puddle they dance around like
a little girly boy.
Areas are even more vulnerable
to disturbance during wet periods
such as spring thaw,
Living in a coastal rainforest
area makes it doubly crucial in
selection of footgear, try to avoid
lug soles that move a lot of earth
and tear up thin vegetation/duff
layers.
Second to this issue is the weight
of lug boots, they’re usually a lot
heavier then earth sensitive soles,
and on a long hiking trip this will
make a lot of difference in your
performance.
For those of us who do a lot
of off-trail, cross-country travel,
the method of travel will depend
upon the area, circumstances and
size and skill of your group.
When traveling cross-country
with a group, spread out in an
attempt to avoid trampling to
reduce the impact on vegetation
and reduce potential for erosion.
This will be less likely to leave
a discernable trail for others to
follow.
Your ethics and attitudes play a
major role in the preservation of
the wilderness, there will always
be those that don’t give a hoot,
they will go about their business,
education is for those who are
willing to learn.
Over the years I’ve found the
ratio gap is narrowing as more
and more folks are attempting to
reconnect with their heritage.
The problem is, they have
removed themselves from the
equation, indulging in video and
computer games, far removed
from the real world of the wilder-
ness.
Even with their best intentions
they are destroying the wilder-
ness.
Lawrence Woodall is a long-time naturalist who lives in Port McNeill.
Harmony tips for backcountry travel
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Human caused fires are an extreme example of how care-less some hikers can be.
Th is summer couldbe a scorcher.
Nearly half of wildfi res in British Columbiaare caused by human carelessness. Please prevent
and report wildfi res. To report a wildfi re,call *5555 on your cell.
For more information, visitwww.BCforestfi reinfo.gov.bc.ca
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It is with sadness that we announce that George Humeston, passed away suddenly at the Jubilee hospital
on August the 18th. He is survived by his loving wife Gwen, who shared with him 64 years wonderful years.
Except for his military service in Europe, Dad spend his life on Vancover Island. George was born in Victoria
at the Jubilee on May 11th, 1919. He was raised on a farm in Gordon Head and from hearing stories was quite mischievous in his youth. He was a second WW Veteran serving Canada in Italy. Dad’s studies in opera singing
in Seattle, Wash., were interrupted when he returned to Canada to enlist in the PPCLI.
Dad met Mum in Eastbourne, England during the war where they became engaged. After the war, Mum came to
Canada settling with Dad in Victoria where they raised four children. In the early sixties Dad began a career in the logging industry moving his family to the North of Vancouver Island, to start a new adventure, residing in
Port Hardy and Port McNeill.
Dad is predeceased by his brother Martin, sister Dorothy, and daughter, Linda. George is survived by Gwen, their
children, Lorraine (David), Wendy (Ralph), and Kenneth (Tannis), grandchildren Tanya (Todd), Carlyle (April), Grant (Jessica), Jennifer, Shaun and Jordan and great-
grandchildren, Bryce, Alexander, Halle, Breena, and Cassie.
Dad, your beautiful smile and charming personality will be sadly missed by all your family, dear friends,
and wonderful care workers at the West Shore Lodge, Alexander Mackie Lodge, and Selkirk Place. We wish to
also thank the caring Handy Dart staff.
A service will be held at First Memorial Services, 4725 Falaise Drive, in Victoria, B.C. , on Saturday, August 27th,
at 10:00 a.m.
George HumestonMay 11, 1919-August 18, 2011
Bob passed away in his sleep surrounded by family. He was predeceased by his baby brother Frank, father
George and mother Hannah.
Bob was born in Kaslo. When he finished school, Bob tried banking for a year but he needed the outdoors. He cruised timber for Reid Collins and M&B but it was his love of airplanes that was his true calling. In 1968 Bob began flying and in 1973 he got his first job as a pilot
in Pelican Narrows, Sask and from there it was a cross country trek to Alert Bay, Port Hardy, back to Lynn
Lake, Manitoba and finally settling back in Port Hardy to fly for Gulf Air. In 1977 he started with Whonock Industries (later Interfor) until he retired from flying.
After leaving Interfor, he went into business for himself milling timber.
He is survived by Susan, his wife of 44 years, daughters Jennifer (Vince) Case, Rhonda, son Gerald (Shawna),
grandchildren Tiernan, Sarah and Robert, brother Cecil (Glenda) and many cousins, aunts, nieces and nephews.
We would like to thank Dan Carter, Pat Rollinson and life long friend Morris McNally for their help
and support this past year and Dr. Lee, Dr. Douglas, Michelle and the staff at Port Hardy Hospital.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Port Hardy Royal Canadian Legion on Saturday, August 27th from
1:30-3:30pm.
Robert Edward MortonAugust 15, 1940-August 19, 2011
PRENTICE Robert Wilson - R.C.N.V.R.
Bob passed away peacefully on August 4th at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Comox. Born in 1913 in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Bob moved to Vancouver Island in the late 1940’s, settling in the Sayward / Kelsey Bay area.A skilled machinist by trade, Bob worked for “Mac-Blo” for many years, and was a tireless steward and safety man for the International Woodworkers of America.Bob served in the Navy during WWII, his mechanical expertise keeping ship’s engines in top shape. He was an avid fi sherman, hunter, craftsman, and champion cribbage player. He loved railroad travel, and had a keen interest in locomotives of the steam era.Bob always attributed his long life to “Clean Living and Clean Thinking” and refused to die “to save funeral expenses”– a true Scot. Phrases such as “You burn your arse, you sit on the blister” and “If you don’t like my gate, don’t swing on it” wove their way through his conversations many times.In accordance with Bob’s wishes, there is no visitation, and cremation has taken place. To Bob’s friends and acquaintances, a request: Thank a Veteran; Play a game of cribbage with a friend; Hold a door open for a stranger, and take your hat off in a restaurant or place of business. Bob always did. – The Prentice family. Please call Cliff ord at Avalon Adventist Junior Academy:
250-949-8243, email: [email protected] or check our website: www.aaja.ca
Are you looking for a quality academic education for your children with high social and moral standards?
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CALL FOR ENTRIES9TH ANNUAL
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Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show.
Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting SEPT 3,4 & 5
Applications for Artisans are available at
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INFORMATION
CRISIS LINE
250-949-6033or
250-974-5326Alert Bay/Kingcome
PERSONALS
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Port Hardy meets every Wednesday & Saturday at the Upper Island Public Health Unit on Gray Street at 8pm. Sundays at the Salvation Army Lighthouse, 8635 Granville St., at 7pm.
DATING SERVICE. Long-Term/Short-Term Relation-ships, Free to Try!!! 1-877-297-9883. Live intimate con-versation, Call: #4011 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call: 1-866-311-9640 or #4010. Meet Local Single La-dies. 1-877-804-5381. (18+).
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
LOST AND FOUND
LOST G10 camera in Port McNeill or nearby area week of July 20/11. If found please call 604-763-5404.
STOLEN from corner of Gla-cier Cre. and Park Dr. Two cement ducks, approx. 2 ft. tall and 30lbs. Please return, no questions asked. Contact Teresa at 250-949-2623.
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LONG BEACH - Ucluelet - Deluxe waterfront cabin,
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If you need help getting started to open your own
business, The North Island Self Employment Program
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If you qualify you can:• Receive living support for
up to 48 weeks• Receive business related
workshops.
To fi nd out more and to fi nd out if you qualify, please call our offi ce to speak with the
NISEP coordinator.
Phone: 250-956-2220 ext:223
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Dynamic Rail Services has animmediate opening for aTrack Maintenance Foremanworking out of our Vernon, BCoffi ce. The successful appli-cant will have a minimum of 5years experience working onall aspects of track work andhave experience as a TrackForeman. Please submit resumes including education,training and references [email protected].
GUS’S PUB in Port McNeill islooking for 2 full time cooks.Please drop by with resumeand see Tasos.
It is with sadness that we announce that George Humeston, passed away suddenly at the Jubilee hospital
on August the 18th. He is survived by his loving wife Gwen, who shared with him 64 years wonderful years.
Except for his military service in Europe, Dad spend his life on Vancouver Island. George was born in Victoria at the Jubilee on May 11th, 1919. He was raised on a
farm in Gordon Head and from hearing stories was quite mischievous in his youth. He was a second WW Veteran serving Canada in Italy. Dad’s studies in opera singing
in Seattle, Wash., were interrupted when he returned to Canada to enlist in the PPCLI.
Dad met Mum in Eastbourne, England during the war where they became engaged. After the war, Mum came to
Canada settling with Dad in Victoria where they raised four children. In the early sixties Dad began a career in the logging industry moving his family to the North of Vancouver Island, to start a new adventure, residing in
Port Hardy and Port McNeill.
Dad is predeceased by his brother Martin, sister Dorothy, and daughter, Linda. George is survived by Gwen, their
children, Lorraine (David), Wendy (Ralph), and Kenneth (Tannis), grandchildren Tanya (Todd), Carlyle (April), Grant (Jessica), Jennifer, Shaun and Jordan and great-
grandchildren, Bryce, Alexander, Halle, Breena, and Cassie.
Dad, your beautiful smile and charming personality will be sadly missed by all your family, dear friends,
and wonderful care workers at the West Shore Lodge, Alexander Mackie Lodge, and Selkirk Place. We wish to
also thank the caring Handy Dart staff.
A service will be held at First Memorial Services, 4725 Falaise Drive, in Victoria, B.C. , on Saturday, August 27th,
at 10:00 a.m.
George HumestonMay 11, 1919-August 18, 2011
Thursday, August 25, 2011 www.northislandgazette.com 21
North Island Church ServicesPORT HARDY BAPTIST CHURCHCorner of Trustee & Highland
Morning Service 11:00 am Plus regular family activities
Office: 250-949-6844www.porthardybaptistchurch.ca
Pastor: Kevin Martineau11/11
ST. COLUMBA ANGLICAN UNITED
9190 Granville St. Port HardyPhone 250-949-6247
11:00 a.m. Sunday School and ServiceWed., 12:00 noon Bible Study11:00 am Midweek Eucharist
Everyone welcomeMeeting rooms available
Rev. Rob Hutchison [email protected]
11/11
FULL GOSPEL CHURCH2540 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: 250-527-0144Office hours: 10am-4pm Mon-Thurs
Visitors always welcomewww.portmcneillfullgospel.org
11/11
CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICANAlert Bay
Sunday Services - 10 amReverend Lincoln Mckoen
1-250-974-5844Warden Flora Cook
250-974-5945Warden Joan Stone
250-974-223411/11
ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP“A non-traditional connecting point
for North Island Christians”- Monthly “large group” gatherings
- Food, Fellowship & Encouragement- Home-Group gatherings and studies
now underway! Go to www.MyNewChurch.ca or phone Pastor Rick Ivens
at 250-230-5555 for more info. Time for a change in your life?
Everyone is welcome!11/11
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
4680 Byng Rd. Port HardyPastor George Hilton
250-949-8925 or 250-949-8826“Everyone welcome”
Saturday Services9:30am - Bible Study groups
10:45am - Worship/Praise serviceWednesday @ 7pm - Prayer meeting
Avalon Adventist Jr. Academy Offering Christian Education
250-949-824311/11
NORTH ISLAND CATHOLIC CHURCHES
Sunday MassesSt. Mary’s Port McNeill: 9am
St. Bonaventure Port Hardy: 11amSt. Theresa’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 RoadSunday
9:45 am (Sept-June) - Sunday School11:00 am - Worship Service
7:00 pm - Evening FellowshipYouth Group Wed - 7:00 pm
Children’s Programs & Adult Bible Studies are scheduled throughout the year.
For information contact
11/11
LIGHTHOUSE RESOURCE CENTRE
(8635 Granville St. Port Hardy)250-949-8125
11/11
PORT HARDYCHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
at Providence Place, 7050 Rupert St
Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 7 pmTuesday Prayer 7:30 pm
Midweek Biblestudies - Call the church for time and place
250-949-6466Pastor George & Karen Ewald
(home) 250-949-9674E-Mail:[email protected]
11/11
PORT ALICE ANGLICAN- UNITED FELLOWSHIP
Sunday Services - 4pm
Reverend Rob Hutchison1-250-949-6247
Box 159, Port AliceYou are extended a special invitation to
share in our Services11/11
ST. JOHN GUALBERT UNITEDANGLICAN CHURCH
250-956-3533
Email: [email protected]
Summer hours
Sunday Worship - 10:00am
except August 28th - 9:00
All Welcome
175 Cedar Street Port McNeill11/11
GWA’SALA-’NAKWAXDA’XW SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST
CHURCHat 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 cell11/11
Take notice that Mill & Timber Products Ltd., of Port Hardy, BC, intends to make application to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (FLNR), North Island – Central Coast Resource District for a Tem-porary Permit – Log Handling – File 1413637, situated on Provincial Crown land located at Nugent Sound.
For a copy of the application or to make written com-ments, please contact Jennifer Barolet, Ministry of FLNRO, North Island – Central Coast Resource District, PO Box 7000 Port McNeill BC, V0N 2R0 or email to [email protected]. The public review period will extend for 30
days from August 25, 2011, ending on September 26, 2011. Ministry of Natural Resource Operations may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Comments can also be posted at: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/Application-Posting/index.jsp?PrimaryStatus=pending
Please be sure to cite the Applicant’s name, le number and the location of the proposed activity for reference.
Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at the FLNRO of ce.
LAND ACT:Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land
Land and Water Act:
Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown LandTake notice that International Forest Products Ltd. of Campbell River, BC, intends
to make application to Ministry of Natural Resource Operations (FLNR), North
Island-Central Coast Resource District for a Licence of Occupation – Industrial Log Handing – File Number 1413511 situated on Provincial Crown land located at
Mereworth Sound.
For a copy of the application or to make written comments, please contact: Jennifer
Barolet, RPF - North Island-Central Coast Resource District - PO Box 7000 Port
McNeill BC, V0N 2R0 email [email protected] OR Tifany Wyatt, RFT –
1250A Ironwood Street, Campbell
River, BC, V9W 6H5 email
[email protected]. The
application will be available for
review and comment for 30 days
from August 17, 2011. Comments
will be received until September 17, 2011. FLNR office may not be
able to consider comments received
after this date. Comments can also
be posted at: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp?PrimaryStatus=pending
Please be sure to cite the Applicant’s
name and the location of the
proposed activity and File Number
for reference.
Be advised that any response to this
advertisement will be considered
part of the public record. For
information, contact the Freedom of
Information Advisor at FLNR office.
Ministry of Children and
Family Development
Cherise Dawn Shireen WALLACE, Marlon James WADHAMS and Murray William HUMCHITT,
this is your official notice that at 9:30 a.m. on
August 31, 2011 in Port Hardy Courthouse, 9300
Trustee Road, Port Hardy, British Columbia,
the Director of Child, Family and Community
Service will apply to the court for a Three-month Temporary Transfer of Custody to Other,
pursuant to Section 41(1)(b) of the Child, Family and Community Service Act, in connection with
your children: S.M.W., born January 20, 2008; D.W., born September 18, 2009, and; B.Z.H.,
bornNovember 9, 2010.You have the right to be present in court and to be
represented by legal counsel. Cherise Dawn Shireen WALLACE, Marlon James WADHAMS and
Murray William HUMCHITT or anyone knowing
their whereabouts, please contact Leah Brunet, Social Worker, Ministry of Children and Family
Development, 8755 Gray Street, Port Hardy,
British Columbia.
Telephone: 250-949-8011 | Fax: 250-949-8936
HELP WANTED
MARINE MECHANICrequired. Specialized in Honda or Yamaha outboards. $25 to $30 per hour plus benefi ts. Apply in person to Colleen Cox or e-mail resume to Port Hardy to:[email protected].
MARINE MECHANICrequired. Specialized in Honda or Yamaha outboards. $25 to $30 per hour plus benefi ts. Apply in person to Colleen Cox or e-mail resume in Port Hardy to: [email protected]
HOOKTENDERWFP is currently seeking a fully qualifi ed Hooktender to join our Holberg Forest Operation. This is a perm. USW hourly union position required on a full time basis.
If you believe that you have the skills and
qualifi cations that we are looking for, please reply
in confi dence: Marty Gage - General Foreman
Facsimile: 250.288.2764 Email: mgage@
westernforest.comFor more info.
Visit: www.westernforest.com
INFORMATION
COMING EVENTS
HELP WANTED
FULL-TIME CERTIFIED Heavy Duty Mechanic required by Bailey Western Star & Freightliner. Experience in ser-vice & repair of trucks, trailers & equipment. Fax resume to 250-286-0753 or email:[email protected]
N.I. SPORTSMAN in Port McNeill. Now hiring servers. Please apply in person & ask for Arta or Yannis.
PROFESSIONAL LIVE-IN couple w/customer service and marketing skills to man-age midsize motels Comox Valley. Hotel/Motel exp. Sala-ry/accommodation provided. Resume [email protected]. Fax 604-515-9773. Ph: 604-760-5972
INFORMATION
COMING EVENTS
HELP WANTED
SALMON Hatchery Techni-cian. Quatse River Hatchery, Port Hardy. Full time position, Aquaculture & Fisheries Tech-nology diploma or equivalant facility experience, Assets in-clude Swift water rescue, First Aid, species identifi cation, val-id drivers licence, swim enu-meration experience, public tours, good physical health. Reply to Ken Fuller, Manager, NVISEA, 250-949-9022, [email protected], fax 250-949-5195 Closes September 12
INFORMATION
COMING EVENTS
HELP WANTED
The Canadian Red Cross is seeking a
Lead Technician for their North Island Health
Equipment Loan Program based out of
Courtenay. For details please go to:
www.redcross.ca/bccoastal Employment section.
INFORMATION
COMING EVENTS
HELP WANTED
The Lemare Group is currently seeking a heavy duty me-chanic for the North Vancou-ver Island area. Full time, un-ion wages. Email resume to offi [email protected] or fax to: 250-956-4888.
We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfi eld con-struction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have construct-ed oilfi eld 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.
LEGALS
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
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COAL MOUNTAIN Fabrica-tors are hiring experiencedticketed welders in TumblerRidge. Shift is 7 on 7 off (12hrdays). Journeyman rate is$35/hr with benefi ts. Accom-modations negotiable. If inter-ested in joining a dynamicteam in a fast paced environ-ment please send resumes to: [email protected] ph: 250-242-9353.
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Ministry of Children and
Family Development
Cherise Dawn Shireen WALLACE, Marlon James WADHAMS and Murray William HUMCHITT,
this is your official notice that at 9:30 a.m. on
August 31, 2011 in Port Hardy Courthouse, 9300
Trustee Road, Port Hardy, British Columbia,
the Director of Child, Family and Community
Service will apply to the court for a Three-month Temporary Transfer of Custody to Other,
pursuant to Section 41(1)(b) of the Child, Family and Community Service Act, in connection with your
children: S.M.W., born January 20, 2008; D.W., born September 18, 2009, and; B.Z.H., born
November 9, 2010.You have the right to be present in court and to be
represented by legal counsel. Cherise Dawn Shireen WALLACE, Marlon James WADHAMS and
Murray William HUMCHITT or anyone knowing
their whereabouts, please contact Leah Brunet, Social Worker, Ministry of Children and Family
Development, 8755 Gray Street, Port Hardy,
British Columbia.
www.northislandgazette.com
www.northislandgazette.com Thursday, August 25, 201122
WFP is currently seeking a Shift Maintenance Supervisor (afternoons) to join our Mid Island Forest Operation in Campbell River, British Columbia.
We require an individual with heavy duty mechanical experience, a comprehensive knowledge of air and hydraulic systems and an appreciation for the timely repair and turnaround of mobile equipment. You are considered to be a good leader with excellent communication skills and shift work is not a problem for you.
A detailed job posting can be viewed athttp://www.westernforest.com/careers/current_openings.php
WFP offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive bene t package and the potential to achieve annual performance rewards. If you believe that you have the skills and quali cations that we are looking for, please reply in con dence to:
Human Resource Department Facsimile: 250.748.3177Email: [email protected]
Application Deadline: Wed., August 31, 2011Reference Code: Shift Maintenance Supervisor, MIFO
SHIFT MAINTENANCESUPERVISOR
(afternoons)
Western Forest Products Inc is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island delivering unique, quality products to our customers in a safe, sustainable environment.
We are currently seeking fully experienced:H.D. Mechanic, Hooktender, Grapple Yarder Operator,
Chaser, Hydraulic Log Loader Operator, Stacker Operator, Front End Log Loader Operator,
Bandit Operator, Boom Man.Please forward resumes to:
Operations Administrator, PO Box 220Gold River, BC, V0P 1G0, Fax: 250-283-7222.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
WESTERN FOREST PRODUCTS INC. NOOTKA FOREST OPERATION
GAZETTENORTH ISLAND
Carrie StoneSales Rep
Did you know…My business is to help
you grow your business.
To fi nd out how I can help you
increase sales, give me a call at
250-949-6225 or 250-230-2007or email me at:
ASSISTANT PRODUCTION ADMINISTRATORTHE POSITION:WFP is currently seeking, for a one-year-term, a forestry professional to join our Timberlands Team.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:Reporting to the Production Administrator, the Assistant Production Administrator will be responsible for providing vacation and overfl ow coverage for WFP’s LIMS log scale processing functions at Western's various Vancouver Island operations. Primarily based in Port McNeill, British Columbia, the position will require extensive travel, chiefl y in the Northern Vancouver Island area.
The ideal candidate will have: • A strong background in processing scale data; • Experience with the LIMS application would be ideal but is not mandatory; • Profi ciency in PC & MS Offi ce skills, in addition to related business
applications are compulsory.
THE COMPANY:Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results.
WFP offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefi t package and the potential to achieve annual performance rewards. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifi cations that we are looking for, please reply in confi dence:
Human Resource Department Facsimile: 250.748.3177Email: [email protected] Application Deadline: Monday, August 29, 2011Reference Code: Ass’t PA, Forestry
As only short listed candidates will be contacted, WFP thanks you in advance for your interest. Please visit www.westernforest.com about other opportunities with our Company
Dawn Briscoe and Tessa
Russell of Port McNeill
watched as their parents
competed in the logger
sports competition.
J.R. Rardon photo
smile...of the week.
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FUEL/FIREWOOD
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GARAGE SALES
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE: August 20 - starts 8am. 5250 Beaver Harbour Mobile Park.
GARAGE SALE #8-8805 Central St., near RCMP-Port Hardy. 10-1pm. Early birds pay double!
HEAVY DUTY MACHINERY
SAWMILLS FROM only $3997. Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw-mills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-5991.
DO-IT-YOURSELF STEEL buildings Priced to Clear - Make an Offer! Ask About Free Delivery, most areas! Call for Quick Quote and Free Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.
FOR SALE: •Trailer hitch (class 3) for Ford Ranger/Mazda truck, 8 months old. $200.•Grade 80, 20’ tow chain with hooks (new) $80.
Call 250-949-8928
HELP WANTED
TRADES, TECHNICAL
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/news-paper?
RED ENVELOPE- Unique & Personalized Gifts for All Your Friends & Family! Starting at $19.95. Visit www.redenvelope.com/Jewelfor an extra 20% off or Call 1-888-473-5407
STEEL BUILDING sale... “”Rock bottom prices”” 25x40x12 $7350. 30x60x15 $12,700. 35x70x16 $15,990. 40x80x16 $20,990. 47x100x18 $25,800. 60x140x20 $50,600. End walls included, doors op-tional. Pioneer Steel Manufac-turers Direct 1-800-668-5422.
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED
WANTED- 4 burner and oven propane stove for ski cabin. In good working condition. Rea-sonably priced(cash basis). Call Bob at 250-956-4516.
REAL ESTATE
ACREAGE
82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available.
www.bchomesforsale.com/view/lonebutte/ann/
FOR SALE BY OWNER
OLDER HOME in Port McNeill, on 2 lots with ocean view, over 3100 sq ft, must be seen, please phone 250-956-3546 for viewing.
OPEN HOUSE
Sat Aug 27th & Sun Aug 28th 1 - 3pm 4693B Cruickshank
Ave. Beautiful East Courtenay duplex, close to Costco &
Aquatic Centre. View photos www.lloydrussell.blogspot.com
Call Lloyd 250-703-0890Asking price $249,900
HOUSES FOR SALE
Situated on quiet cul-de-sac in Hyde Creek, Pt McNeill. 3 bdrm, 2 bath double wide w/full addition & solarium sunroom. 2239 sq ft on 2 acres. W/shop & outbuild-ings. $230,000
Call 250-923-9414
THIS HOME HAS IT ALL! This 16 year old custom built 3600 sqft, 3 storey home fea-tures 4 bdrms, 4 baths, fabu-lous kitchen, roomy living room, natural gas fi replace, master bdrm with 4 pce en-suite. Great rec room (31x14) in fi nished basement. Com-pletely fi nished 40x57 deluxe shop with separate bath. Prop-erty is 2.26 gorgeous, well kept acres.
Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this
“one of a kind” property.Asking $649,000
RE/MAX Mid Island RealtyPort Alberni, B.C.John Stilinovic250-724-4725
Toll Free 1-877-723-5660
BUYING - RENTING- SELLING
Call us today to place your classifi ed ad
Call 310.3535
REAL ESTATE
HOMES WANTED
WE BUY HOUSESDamaged House?
Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale?
We will Buy your HouseQuick Cash & Private.Mortgage Too High and
House won’t sell?Can’t make payments?
We will Lease Your House,Make your Payments
and Buy it Later!
Call: 1-250-616-9053www.webuyhomesbc.com
MORTGAGES
Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refi -nances, immediate debt con-solidation, foreclosure relief,and equity loans. Free, fast,friendly, private consultations.
Call 1888-685-6181www.mountaincitymortgage.ca
REAL ESTATE SERVICES
STOP into our offi ce to pick up your detailed catalogue of
all listed properties on the North Island.
We can show you any listed property regardless of the listing agent!! Let’s make it
at your convenience! 250-949-7231
www.hardyrealty.cawww.realtor.ca
RECREATIONAL PROPERTY
RARE OPPORTUNITY: wa-terfront property on beautifulJim Lake, 0.83-acre with 360sq ft insulated cabin, locatednear Green Lake/Watch Lake.Rare privacy, only three lotson the lake, good fi shing forrainbows to 10 lbs, nice swim-ming, surrounded by crownland. Great trails for hiking,ATV and snowmobile. Sea-sonal 10-km back road accessin 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO.$230,000. 250-395-0599. (Please see bchomesfor-sale.com/70mile/frank.)
RENTALS
APARTMENT/CONDO
COAL HARBOUR near Pt. Hardy
2 Bdrm apts., Furnishedavailable Sept. 1. Clean, quiet,renovated & upgraded. Ruralsetting, overlooking harbour.$500./mo., References req’d.1-250-949-8855 or email: [email protected]
HADDINGTON COURTAPARTMENTS
PORT MCNEILL Newly renovated
apartments for rent. Clean & quiet building.
Free cable.Furnished suites available.
Call Ron & Linda 250-956-3365
KINGCOME MANOR
PORT MCNEILLNEWLY RENOVATED
Bach, 1 or 2 bedrooms.Newly furnished available.Please call for availability
& inclusions.Includes free cable.
Phone Ron and Linda250-956-3365
PORT MCNEILLAPARTMENTS
Well managed 1 & 2Bdrm suites. Gym & sauna on site. Call for availability.
Phone Rick250-956-4555
PORT HARDY 2 bdrm apt,Airport Rd. Pets? N/S, ref. req.$525. Call 250-949-6319.
PORT MCNEILL: 2 bdrm aptin quiet 4-plex. New laminatefl ooring, stove and electric F/PFresh paint throughout. Incldshydro, satellite TV, W/D.$800./mo. (250)956-2324.
Your Community, Your Classifi eds. Call 310-3535
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APARTMENT/CONDO
PORT MCNEILLMCCLURE APT’S.
1, 2 & 3 Bedroom apart-ments, furnished or non-fur-nished. Clean & quiet. Hot water & cable included.
Call 250-956-3526, 250-230-0079.
References a must.
SEAHAVEN APARTMENTS7070 Shorncliffe St.
P.O. Box 222 Port Hardy, BC
2 bedroom unit available.Fridge, stove, balcony,
blinds, laundry on premises.Quiet, adult building,
non smoking, no pets.References required.
Inquiries contact Janet 250-949-8501Fax 250-902-0690
SEAWIND ESTATES Port Hardy, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths $800/mo. Completely renovat-ed townhouse in gated com-munity. N/P, Ref. required. Call 250-949-9723.
SENIORS ONLY - Cubbon Apart-ments and Wetherby Apartments for Seniors - 55+ only please. We currently have a selection of 1 and 2 bedroom suites in our seniors only rental buildings in Victoria, B.C. Rents range from $800 for a 1 bedroom to $1100 and up for a 2 bedroom. Please call the following staff for information: Cubbon- 1035 North Park Street - 250-383-1162 and/or Wetherby Apartments - 3205 Wetherby Road - 250-598-1650
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 residentmanagers.
Linda & Bruce. Call 250-949-9030 or email
for info & pictures: [email protected]
RENTALS
APARTMENTS FURNISHED
PORT HARDY Furnished ele-gantly or unfurnished execu-tive style, 1 or 2 bedroom suites. Quiet, clean, excellent views. Call 250-949-9698
PORT HARDY Highland Manor
•Bachelor •1 bdrm •1 bdrm furnished
References Call Jason
250-949-0192
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
PORT ALICESHOPPING CENTRE
Business is Great! We have a number of units of various sizes for lease.
300 sq. ft. & up.Contact Steve Edwards at
Colyvan Pacifi c 604-683-8399
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
UNIQUE Rental Opportunity in Ma-ple Bay - Flawless 2 bedroom 2 bathroom ground fl oor suite - fully renovated - beautifully decorated - high end fi ttings and appliances. 1750 sq. ft. - views of ocean and garden. $1850/mo. - NS, Pets neg. WC accessable. Avail. Sept. 1. Phone 250-715-7590.
MOBILE HOMES & PADS
PORT MCNEILLMobile Home ParkShort walk to town.
Pads for rent. Water, sewer andgarbage included.$258.00/ month
Call 250-956-2355
HOMES FOR RENT
HYDE CREEK/Port McNeill, 2 bdrm trailer on acreage, available immediately, pets ok. $800/mo. Call 250-230-1493.NICE 3 bedroom, 2 bath home at 9485 Mayors Way, Port Hardy for rent. Professional couples, NS, No Pets. $900/mo plus utilities. Available mid September. Call 289 876-9513 or email [email protected]
RENTALS
STORAGE
SUITES, UPPER
PORT HARDY- 3 bdrm suite beside Avalon School. $550. (250)288-3652.
TOWNHOUSES
PORT HARDY: Central, like new, 2 bdrm, $675. Avail. Immed. (604)418-3626 or email: [email protected]
PORT HARDY: Central, like new, in gated comm., 3 bdrm, $800. Avail. Immed. (604)418-3626 email [email protected]
WANTED TO RENT
PORT HARDY Nurse seeking rental accommodations. Start-ing Sept. 15. Must be fully furnished. Need phone, cable, internet. Will consider apart-ment, suite, mobile home, r.v. or room. Please call 250-902-0911.
TRANSPORTATION
AUTO FINANCING
TRANSPORTATION
AUTO FINANCING
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SPORTS & IMPORTS
OKANAGAN’S Largest Used Car Super Store. Always open online at: www.bcmotorproducts.com 250-545-2206
VTRUCKS & ANS
2004 CHEV 1500 4x4. Std. 6cyl. S/box. Red. Exc. Cond. 34,000km. $10,000 Call 250-956-2175.
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PRE-OWNED BLOWOUT!!ALL UNITS CLEARLY MARKED WITH A RED TAG WILL BE SOLD AT COST!
HUGE SAVINGS
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